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The Parable of the PRODIGAL.
The Parable of the PRODIGAL.
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LUKE 15. 11, &c. 11. A certain man had two Sons.
LUKE 15. 11, etc. 11. A certain man had two Sons.
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12. And the younger of them said to his Father, Father, give me the portion of goods that falleth to me.
12. And the younger of them said to his Father, Father, give me the portion of goods that falls to me.
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And he divided unto them his Living.
And he divided unto them his Living.
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13. And not many days after, the younger Son gathered all together, and took his journy into a far Country,
13. And not many days After, the younger Son gathered all together, and took his journey into a Far Country,
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and there wasted his substance with riotous living. 14. And when he had spent all, there arose a mighty famine in that Land,
and there wasted his substance with riotous living. 14. And when he had spent all, there arose a mighty famine in that Land,
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and he began to be in want.
and he began to be in want.
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15. And he went and joined himself to a Citizen of that Countrey, and he sent him into his fields to feed swine, &c.
15. And he went and joined himself to a Citizen of that Country, and he sent him into his fields to feed Swine, etc.
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THis Chapter consists of three Parables, all of them tending to one scope and issue, though distinct in their special matter and object.
THis Chapter consists of three Parables, all of them tending to one scope and issue, though distinct in their special matter and Object.
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The first Parable is of a Sheep, from vers. 4. to vers. 8. The second of a piece of Silver, from vers. 8. to vers. 11. The third of a Child, from vers. 11. to the end.
The First Parable is of a Sheep, from vers. 4. to vers. 8. The second of a piece of Silver, from vers. 8. to vers. 11. The third of a Child, from vers. 11. to the end.
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All of these agree in two conditions;
All of these agree in two conditions;
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One, of Loss, the Sheep was lost, the Groat was lost, and the Child was lost:
One, of Loss, the Sheep was lost, the Groat was lost, and the Child was lost:
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Secondly of Recovery; the Sheep that wandred, is brought home; the Groat which was lost, is found out;
Secondly of Recovery; the Sheep that wandered, is brought home; the Groat which was lost, is found out;
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and the Son who departed, is returned and accepted.
and the Son who departed, is returned and accepted.
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There be who undertake the Reasons of these Parables or dark similitudes, under which Christ doth couch some special Lesson;
There be who undertake the Reasons of these Parables or dark Similitudes, under which christ does couch Some special lesson;
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as, why man is compared to a Sheep, viz. because of our Creation, wherein God made us, and not we our selves;
as, why man is compared to a Sheep, viz. Because of our Creation, wherein God made us, and not we our selves;
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we are the sheep of his pasture. we Are the sheep of his pasture.
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Psal. 100. And why man is then compared to a Groat; because of that singular image of God which was stamped in man at his creation;
Psalm 100. And why man is then compared to a Groat; Because of that singular image of God which was stamped in man At his creation;
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as the royal image of a King is stamped upon such a piece of Coin. And then,
as the royal image of a King is stamped upon such a piece of Coin. And then,
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why man is compared to a Son; because of that near relation which he had to God, being once able to call him Father.
why man is compared to a Son; Because of that near Relation which he had to God, being once able to call him Father.
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And then, why in every one of these, to a lost Sheep, a lost Groat, a lost Son,
And then, why in every one of these, to a lost Sheep, a lost Groat, a lost Son,
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because of his revolt and departure from God by sin:
Because of his revolt and departure from God by since:
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Nay, and if it were lawfull to put and use free conceits on Parables, (as I am sure some of the Ancients do,
Nay, and if it were lawful to put and use free conceits on Parables, (as I am sure Some of the Ancients doe,
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as St. Austin, Gregory, &c.) what if in this threefold Parable, you might espie a threefold cause of mans fall.
as Saint Austin, Gregory, etc.) what if in this threefold Parable, you might espy a threefold cause of men fallen.
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" In the sheep wandring, Satans suggestion; " In the Groat lost by the woman, the womans yielding; " In the Sons departing, Adams voluntary revolting, and spending of his happy estate and condition.
" In the sheep wandering, Satan suggestion; " In the Groat lost by the woman, the woman's yielding; " In the Sons departing, Adams voluntary revolting, and spending of his happy estate and condition.
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But these and such like observations, though to some they seem more acute and pleasant, yet to me they are frothy and unprofitable.
But these and such like observations, though to Some they seem more acute and pleasant, yet to me they Are frothy and unprofitable.
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Touching the Parable therefore, concerning which I am to treat, there are several conjectures about the sense and intention of it.
Touching the Parable Therefore, Concerning which I am to Treat, there Are several Conjectures about the sense and intention of it.
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Concerning the Father of the two Sons, they all agree; but about the two Sons, they differ.
Concerning the Father of the two Sons, they all agree; but about the two Sons, they differ.
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Some by the two Sons understand Angels and Men: The Angels, they were the elder Son;
some by the two Sons understand Angels and Men: The Angels, they were the elder Son;
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Man the younger, being created after them.Man the younger, being created After them.
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The Angels abode at home with their Father, Man had the stock put into his own hands,
The Angels Abided At home with their Father, Man had the stock put into his own hands,
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and in a quick time lost himself and it. This opinion you see hath some kind of Vicinity or correspondency;
and in a quick time lost himself and it. This opinion you see hath Some kind of Vicinity or correspondency;
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sensus pius (as Aquinas speaks of it) but not proprius. And there is one pregnant Reason against it in the Text;sensus Pius (as Aquinas speaks of it) but not proprius. And there is one pregnant Reason against it in the Text;
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for that the elder Son in this place, is described to be grieved and sad at the acclamations and welcome testimonies of the younger Brothers return;
for that the elder Son in this place, is described to be grieved and sad At the acclamations and welcome testimonies of the younger Brother's return;
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but the Angels rejoice and are glad at the conversion or return of a sinner.
but the Angels rejoice and Are glad At the conversion or return of a sinner.
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2. Others by the two Sons understand the Jews and the Gentiles; the Jews were the elder, the Gentiles the younger;
2. Others by the two Sons understand the jews and the Gentiles; the jews were the elder, the Gentiles the younger;
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the Jews kept home, as it were;
the jews kept home, as it were;
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of all the Nations of the Earth, they seemed to be the inclosure for God and his service;
of all the nations of the Earth, they seemed to be the enclosure for God and his service;
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and the Gentiles were as it were excluded, rejected, wandring sheep, a lost people;
and the Gentiles were as it were excluded, rejected, wandering sheep, a lost people;
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yet at length God through Christ looks after these lost sheep, (the other sheep of his fold, as Christ speaks, Joh. 19.) and returns and accepts of the Gentiles, which did much provoke the Jew, (as the elder Son was here provoked at the repentance and acceptance of the younger,
yet At length God through christ looks After these lost sheep, (the other sheep of his fold, as christ speaks, John 19.) and returns and accepts of the Gentiles, which did much provoke the Jew, (as the elder Son was Here provoked At the Repentance and acceptance of the younger,
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and kept out.) they were provoked to jealousie by those who once were not a people.
and kept out.) they were provoked to jealousy by those who once were not a people.
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This interpretation pleaseth S. Austin and Cyril, and some others; and indeed it bears a fair congruity with the Parable in most respects.
This Interpretation Pleases S. Austin and Cyril, and Some Others; and indeed it bears a fair congruity with the Parable in most respects.
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3. But the third and general opinion is, that by the elder Son is meant the Scribes and Pharisees, (and under them any Justitiaries) persons too conceited and confident of their own works, service, righteousness,
3. But the third and general opinion is, that by the elder Son is meant the Scribes and Pharisees, (and under them any Justiciaries) Persons too conceited and confident of their own works, service, righteousness,
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as this elder Son who had been (as he said) thus long in his Fathers house and never transgrassed any of his Commandments, but served him carefully;
as this elder Son who had been (as he said) thus long in his Father's house and never transgrassed any of his commandments, but served him carefully;
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which indeed was the opinion of the Scribes and Pharisees, who trusted to and boasted of their own righteousness:
which indeed was the opinion of the Scribes and Pharisees, who trusted to and boasted of their own righteousness:
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And that by the younger Son is meant the Publicans and Sinners, persons more notoriously riotous and infamous in sinning, utterly forsaking of God,
And that by the younger Son is meant the Publicans and Sinners, Persons more notoriously riotous and infamous in sinning, utterly forsaking of God,
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as it were, and living without him.
as it were, and living without him.
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And the end of this Parable was to convince the proud and envious Scribes and Pharisees, (who in vers. 1. and 2. of this Chapter, murmured against Christ for receiving Publicans and Sinners:) Now Christ tells them, that though these notorious sinners were despised by them,
And the end of this Parable was to convince the proud and envious Scribes and Pharisees, (who in vers. 1. and 2. of this Chapter, murmured against christ for receiving Publicans and Sinners:) Now christ tells them, that though these notorious Sinners were despised by them,
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yet he came to call them to repentance, and that God would be most indalgent and gracious to them;
yet he Come to call them to Repentance, and that God would be most indalgent and gracious to them;
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though they had been great transgrassors, yet now being penitent, he would receive them into singular mercy and favour, and that with much joy;
though they had been great transgrassors, yet now being penitent, he would receive them into singular mercy and favour, and that with much joy;
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and therefore little reason had they to snarl at his respect and desires towards Publicans and great sinners.
and Therefore little reason had they to snarl At his respect and Desires towards Publicans and great Sinners.
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Thus for the scope of the Parable, which is, To declare the singular readiness of God in and through Christ,
Thus for the scope of the Parable, which is, To declare the singular readiness of God in and through christ,
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even to receive the most notorious sinners, proving penitent. Now the Parable consists, or rather comprehends two estates of the Prodigal Son. even to receive the most notorious Sinners, proving penitent. Now the Parable consists, or rather comprehends two estates of the Prodigal Son.
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1. Of Sin and Luxury, where are considerable, 1. The Occasion of it, v. 12. Father, give me the portion of goods that salleth to me.
1. Of since and Luxury, where Are considerable, 1. The Occasion of it, v. 12. Father, give me the portion of goods that salleth to me.
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He would have the estate in his own hands: He lost himself, by de•iring to be Lord of himself.
He would have the estate in his own hands: He lost himself, by de•iring to be Lord of himself.
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2. The Sin it self, called riotous living, v. 13. lightly come, and lightly gone, which quickly wasted all the substance.
2. The since it self, called riotous living, v. 13. lightly come, and lightly gone, which quickly wasted all the substance.
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Now whether this substance were those good Qualities in Creation, or good Gifts of mind or estate afterward, it is somewhat disputed;
Now whither this substance were those good Qualities in Creation, or good Gifts of mind or estate afterwards, it is somewhat disputed;
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upon which I shall consider in its time and place. 3. The event of it: That estate being spent, he bethinks of an other course;
upon which I shall Consider in its time and place. 3. The event of it: That estate being spent, he bethinks of an other course;
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indeed, now he should have thought of coming back to his Father, but he did not;
indeed, now he should have Thought of coming back to his Father, but he did not;
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nay, he tries all conclusions before he resolves on that: Therefore again observe, upon the Loss and consumption of his Estate,
nay, he tries all conclusions before he resolves on that: Therefore again observe, upon the Loss and consumption of his Estate,
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First, his earthly policy, He joyns himself with a Citizen of that Countrey, v. 15. By whom some understand the Devil;
First, his earthly policy, He joins himself with a Citizen of that Country, v. 15. By whom Some understand the devil;
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so S. Ambrose, Civis iste est istius mundi Princeps. Others, some kind of earthly or worldly employment:
so S. Ambrose, Civis iste est This mundi Princeps. Others, Some kind of earthly or worldly employment:
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But being joyned with him, his service is sordid, for he is sent into the fields (no house shall hold him who forsakes Gods house) to feed the swine; he is made a servant of the nastiest beast, who would not continue the servant of the best Father and God.
But being joined with him, his service is sordid, for he is sent into the fields (no house shall hold him who forsakes God's house) to feed the Swine; he is made a servant of the nastiest beast, who would not continue the servant of the best Father and God.
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Secondly, his extreme misery; this shift did no way help him: Nothing supplies, when God forsakes;
Secondly, his extreme misery; this shift did no Way help him: Nothing supplies, when God forsakes;
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and no way is comfortable, when we prove sinfull. He would fain have filled his belly with the husks which the swine did eat,
and no Way is comfortable, when we prove sinful. He would fain have filled his belly with the husks which the Swine did eat,
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and no man gave him to eat. v. 15. Ah, what a change doth sin make!and no man gave him to eat. v. 15. Ah, what a change does since make!
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Here is one, whiles he continued with his Father, enjoyed excellent society, tender love, compleat plenty;
Here is one, while he continued with his Father, enjoyed excellent society, tender love, complete plenty;
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but now forsaking his Father, he keeps company with the swine, is extremely pinched with hunger, glad would he have been served after the very hogs,
but now forsaking his Father, he keeps company with the Swine, is extremely pinched with hunger, glad would he have been served After the very hogs,
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and no man regarded him in this misery and want;
and no man regarded him in this misery and want;
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so that now there is a loss of all his happiness, and a certainty of famishing and perishing,
so that now there is a loss of all his happiness, and a certainty of famishing and perishing,
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if he returns not, and hereupon comes forth.
if he returns not, and hereupon comes forth.
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The second estate of him, which was of his Conversion and Penitency: Where you have three things observable.
The second estate of him, which was of his Conversion and penitency: Where you have three things observable.
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1. His Consultation, set forth by a double act of reflection. 1. Positively. First, f himself, ver 17. He came to himself Secondly of others, his fathers servants,
1. His Consultation, Set forth by a double act of reflection. 1. Positively. First, f himself, for 17. He Come to himself Secondly of Others, his Father's Servants,
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and their condition. 2. Comparatively, wherein he compares his present condition with theirs, in the utility or conveniency of it;
and their condition. 2. Comparatively, wherein he compares his present condition with theirs, in the utility or conveniency of it;
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They have bread, but I have none: Quantity of it, They have bread enough, but I hunger. They have bred, but I have none: Quantity of it, They have bred enough, but I hunger.
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Reedundancy of it, They have enough, and to spare, but I perish with hunger:
Reedundancy of it, They have enough, and to spare, but I perish with hunger:
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yea the meanest in my fathers house, the servants, the hired servants, yea all in my fathers house,
yea the Meanest in my Father's house, the Servants, the hired Servants, yea all in my Father's house,
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though many, they have bread enough;
though many, they have bred enough;
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what, and shall I a son famish and perish? Surely if my father hath bread enough for servants, he will have some for a child;
what, and shall I a son famish and perish? Surely if my father hath bred enough for Servants, he will have Some for a child;
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and if he hath to spare for hired servants, he will have some to spare for a famishing child.
and if he hath to spare for hired Servants, he will have Some to spare for a famishing child.
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2. His Resolution; and indeed upon the sense of his own famishing misery, and his fathers bounty and clemency, he is resolved now what course to take.
2. His Resolution; and indeed upon the sense of his own famishing misery, and his Father's bounty and clemency, he is resolved now what course to take.
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And me thinks he turns off an objection which might spring in his mind;
And me thinks he turns off an objection which might spring in his mind;
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yea my father hath plenty at home, and for hired servants, but then they are obedient and careful,
yea my father hath plenty At home, and for hired Servants, but then they Are obedient and careful,
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but I have been a wastful prodigal, a riotous spender, a departing and unkind child: To which hee gives ansiver;
but I have been a wasteful prodigal, a riotous spender, a departing and unkind child: To which he gives ansiver;
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'Tis true, yet for all that I am resolved to change this course, and I will home to my father.
It's true, yet for all that I am resolved to change this course, and I will home to my father.
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Nothing, no not the greatest sinnings must hinder our penitentil turning to God our Father.
Nothing, no not the greatest sinnings must hinder our penitentil turning to God our Father.
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Now in this Resolution of his, there are four things which he did firmly purpose and intend:
Now in this Resolution of his, there Are four things which he did firmly purpose and intend:
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1. Aversion, to relinquish and quit that base and miserable life and course, [ ver. 18. I will arise ] q. d.
1. Aversion, to relinquish and quit that base and miserable life and course, [ ver. 18. I will arise ] q. worser.
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I will rest here, dwell here no longer; live thus, no, not a day more. 2. Conversion, to return to his father [ and go to my father ].
I will rest Here, dwell Here no longer; live thus, no, not a day more. 2. Conversion, to return to his father [ and go to my father ].
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3. Confession, to acknowledge 1 His sin. 2. His unworthiness. If my father, thinks he, tell me that I have gone away from him;
3. Confessi, to acknowledge 1 His since. 2. His unworthiness. If my father, thinks he, tell me that I have gone away from him;
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and have offended him, why and I will prevent him, I will confess as much; I will not defend, nor excuse, nor mitigate, nor mince the matter;
and have offended him, why and I will prevent him, I will confess as much; I will not defend, nor excuse, nor mitigate, nor mince the matter;
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I will say, Father, I have sinned against heaven and before thee, ver. 18. And if my father tell me, I deserve never to be looked on,
I will say, Father, I have sinned against heaven and before thee, ver. 18. And if my father tell me, I deserve never to be looked on,
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and there is no reason on my part why hee should look on me as a son,
and there is no reason on my part why he should look on me as a son,
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or speak to me as a son;
or speak to me as a son;
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why, and I will confess that too, that my courses have been so sinful and vile, that I am not worthy to be called his son;
why, and I will confess that too, that my courses have been so sinful and vile, that I am not worthy to be called his son;
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not onely to be a son, but to be called a son.
not only to be a son, but to be called a son.
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4. Supplication; to intreat his Father, that yet he would look upon him, and own him, and accept of him.
4. Supplication; to entreat his Father, that yet he would look upon him, and own him, and accept of him.
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Make me as one of thy hired servants. q. d.Make me as one of thy hired Servants. q. worser.
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If I cannot obtain a sons place, yet I will beg hard of a servants place;
If I cannot obtain a Sons place, yet I will beg hard of a Servants place;
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and if I cannot get a choicer servants place, yet I will put in for an hired servants place;
and if I cannot get a choicer Servants place, yet I will put in for an hired Servants place;
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and if I cannot get any servants place, yet I will get to be as one of the servants,
and if I cannot get any Servants place, yet I will get to be as one of the Servants,
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as one of the hired servants; which shewed the humility of his heart, and also the vehemency.
as one of the hired Servants; which showed the humility of his heart, and also the vehemency.
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When the heart is truly broken and humbled, any near relation to God, any owning from God will be acceptable to the soul;
When the heart is truly broken and humbled, any near Relation to God, any owning from God will be acceptable to the soul;
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if God will look on the lowliness, on the unworthiness of the sinner, how pleasing is it to him
if God will look on the lowliness, on the unworthiness of the sinner, how pleasing is it to him
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3. Thirdly follows the life of all, namely the practical execution of all this.
3. Thirdly follows the life of all, namely the practical execution of all this.
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This counsel enlarged it self to a resolution, and this resolution is crowned with an actual performance:
This counsel enlarged it self to a resolution, and this resolution is crowned with an actual performance:
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for verse 20. He arose, and came to his father. Where again observe, 1. Some things or passages on his Fathers part, viz. 1. His quick observation;
for verse 20. He arose, and Come to his father. Where again observe, 1. some things or passages on his Father's part, viz. 1. His quick observation;
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his Father saw him, ver. 20. nay, he saw him when he was yet a great way off.
his Father saw him, ver. 20. nay, he saw him when he was yet a great Way off.
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The very intentions and secret motions and close purposes of our Repentance are known to God:
The very intentions and secret motions and close Purposes of our Repentance Are known to God:
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in this sense, he sees our thoughts afar off;
in this sense, he sees our thoughts afar off;
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many times God will not see the sinner quickly, but he will at all times quickly see the penitent.
many times God will not see the sinner quickly, but he will At all times quickly see the penitent.
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I have seen him, and will heal him, &c. I have seen him, and will heal him, etc.
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2. His present commiseration, [ His father saw him, and had compassion on him ] When Ephraim repented,
2. His present commiseration, [ His father saw him, and had compassion on him ] When Ephraim repented,
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and returned and lamented, why the Lord saith, My bowels are troubled for him, I will surely have mercy on him:
and returned and lamented, why the Lord Says, My bowels Are troubled for him, I will surely have mercy on him:
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So here, the father not only sees but compassionates.
So Here, the father not only sees but compassionates.
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q. d. Look, the poor child is at length come back, he hath smarted enough, he shall be welcom, I will forgive him all.q. worser. Look, the poor child is At length come back, he hath smarted enough, he shall be welcome, I will forgive him all.
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3. His gracious Acceptation, expressed in three particulars: One of speedy readiness [ The father ran.
3. His gracious Acceptation, expressed in three particulars: One of speedy readiness [ The father ran.
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] Mercy must speed to embrace a penitent: Swift are the feet of mercy to a returning sinner.] Mercy must speed to embrace a penitent: Swift Are the feet of mercy to a returning sinner.
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A second of wonderful tenderness [ The father fell on his neck ]. How open are the arms of mercy to take a penitent sinner into the bosom.
A second of wondered tenderness [ The father fell on his neck ]. How open Are the arms of mercy to take a penitent sinner into the bosom.
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Mercy hath not onely feet to meet us, but arms also to clasp and receive us, if we be penitent.
Mercy hath not only feet to meet us, but arms also to clasp and receive us, if we be penitent.
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A third of strong affectionateness [ His Father kissed him ]. God hath not onely arms, but lips;
A third of strong affectionateness [ His Father kissed him ]. God hath not only arms, but lips;
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he hath not naked mercies for a penitent, opening themselves in manifold promises onely;
he hath not naked Mercies for a penitent, opening themselves in manifold promises only;
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but also sugred mercies, mercie sealed with the kisses of his lips, with a sweet testimony that he doth accept of,
but also sugared Mercies, mercy sealed with the Kisses of his lips, with a sweet testimony that he does accept of,
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and is reconciled to a penitent and returning soul.
and is reconciled to a penitent and returning soul.
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2. Some things on the Childs part, which is the real acting of his former resolution in an actual confession, vers. 21. And here observe a strange interruption on his fathers part:
2. some things on the Child's part, which is the real acting of his former resolution in an actual Confessi, vers. 21. And Here observe a strange interruption on his Father's part:
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1. He staies not to hear all the confession and petition intended, though he have purposed to have said more [ and make me as one of thy hired servants. ]. Why!
1. He stays not to hear all the Confessi and petition intended, though he have purposed to have said more [ and make me as one of thy hired Servants. ]. Why!
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the father stops him, prevents him; we propose a method many times, but God suddenly comes in with his mercies.
the father stops him, prevents him; we propose a method many times, but God suddenly comes in with his Mercies.
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2. He cannot confess so much, but the father, though not in words, yet really doth much more;
2. He cannot confess so much, but the father, though not in words, yet really does much more;
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Fetch forth, saith he, 1. The best ro•e. 2. The pretious ring, and 3. The comely shoo's. We can bring nothing to God,
Fetch forth, Says he, 1. The best ro•e. 2. The precious ring, and 3. The comely shoo's. We can bring nothing to God,
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but yet he can find enough for the whole soul:
but yet he can find enough for the Whole soul:
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And 4. The fatted Calf. Ah! how infinitely different is the penitent condition from the impenitent:
And 4. The fatted Calf. Ah! how infinitely different is the penitent condition from the impenitent:
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Now the child hath garments, hath ornaments, hath necessaries, hath comfortables; when we once truly turn to God, we shall find no lack;
Now the child hath garments, hath Ornament, hath necessaries, hath comfortables; when we once truly turn to God, we shall find no lack;
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there is a complete happiness now come to this returning son, who adventured on the gracious disposition of his father:
there is a complete happiness now come to this returning son, who adventured on the gracious disposition of his father:
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and there is a great gladness now in the father, for the penitential returning of his son.
and there is a great gladness now in the father, for the penitential returning of his son.
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Our condition is best, and God is most pleased, when we turn penitents, vers. 21, 22. Let us eat and be merry;
Our condition is best, and God is most pleased, when we turn penitents, vers. 21, 22. Let us eat and be merry;
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for this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found. for this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found.
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Thus briefly have you the sense of the Parable, with a division of the chief heads thereof:
Thus briefly have you the sense of the Parable, with a division of the chief Heads thereof:
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I will nov proceed to pick out the moral observations which are couched in it, they may be reduced to three general head. 1. A Sinners digression, or aversion from God. 2. A Penitents regression, or conversion unto God. 3. A Penitents acceptation and favorable entertainment with God.
I will nov proceed to pick out the moral observations which Are couched in it, they may be reduced to three general head. 1. A Sinners digression, or aversion from God. 2. A Penitents regression, or conversion unto God. 3. A Penitents acceptation and favourable entertainment with God.
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In the first, you see the sinners going from God to misery; In the second, you see him returning unto himself by true penitency;
In the First, you see the Sinners going from God to misery; In the second, you see him returning unto himself by true Penitency;
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In the third, you see God returning to him in mercy:
In the third, you see God returning to him in mercy:
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In the first you see him losing himself, in the second you see him finding himself, in the third you see God finding of him.
In the First you see him losing himself, in the second you see him finding himself, in the third you see God finding of him.
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Sin loses us, repentance finds us, and then God owns us.
since loses us, Repentance finds us, and then God owns us.
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I begin with the Sinners d•gression or aversion from God, which is set forth unto us in v. 12, 13, 14, 15, 16. under the similitude of a young man, who would have all in his own hands,
I begin with the Sinners d•gression or aversion from God, which is Set forth unto us in v. 12, 13, 14, 15, 16. under the similitude of a young man, who would have all in his own hands,
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and so he left his Father, took his pleasure in Travels, soon consumed all, and shortly brought himself to extreme necessity and misery.
and so he left his Father, took his pleasure in Travels, soon consumed all, and shortly brought himself to extreme necessity and misery.
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This is the literal part of the Parable: But the Moral part comprehends (if I mistake not) these Propositions.
This is the literal part of the Parable: But the Moral part comprehends (if I mistake not) these Propositions.
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That Sin is a departing from God. That since is a departing from God.
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The young Prodigal, he must leave his Father, he must be gone, what doth it imply,
The young Prodigal, he must leave his Father, he must be gone, what does it imply,
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but the sinner is a departer? Sinning is a departing; we leave God when we betake our selves to a course of sinning.
but the sinner is a departer? Sinning is a departing; we leave God when we betake our selves to a course of sinning.
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Thus is it stiled in Scripture, Esai. 1. 4. Ah sinfull Nation, a people laden with iniquity, a seed of evil doers, children that are corrupters;
Thus is it styled in Scripture, Isaiah. 1. 4. Ah sinful nation, a people laden with iniquity, a seed of evil doers, children that Are corrupters;
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they have forsaken the Lord, they have gone away backward. they have forsaken the Lord, they have gone away backward.
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Here sin is called a forsaking the Lord, and a going away, and a revolting, ye will revolt more and more:
Here since is called a forsaking the Lord, and a going away, and a revolting, you will revolt more and more:
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which is a falling off untrustily from God. Jer. 2. 14. They have forsaken me the fountain of living waters.
which is a falling off untrustily from God. Jer. 2. 14. They have forsaken me the fountain of living waters.
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Heb. 3. 12. An evil he art of unbelief, in departing from the living God. There is a two-fold Departing;
Hebrew 3. 12. an evil he art of unbelief, in departing from the living God. There is a twofold Departing;
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One is real, when he turns away from the place or presence of another, as Jonathan arose and departed from his father Saul.
One is real, when he turns away from the place or presence of Another, as Johnathan arose and departed from his father Saul.
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Thus no man can depart from God; for he being omnipresent, is with us in every place:
Thus no man can depart from God; for he being omnipresent, is with us in every place:
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Another is moral, which is, when the heart or soul departs;
another is moral, which is, when the heart or soul departs;
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and thus the sinner departs from God, when his soul and affections leave him, and cleave to sin.
and thus the sinner departs from God, when his soul and affections leave him, and cleave to since.
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And it cannot be but that sinning should be such a departing, for as much as God and sin are most contrary,
And it cannot be but that sinning should be such a departing, for as much as God and since Are most contrary,
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so that the soul cannot enjoy them both; if you will love and follow your sins, you must leave God;
so that the soul cannot enjoy them both; if you will love and follow your Sins, you must leave God;
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and if you will love and follow the Lord, you must leave your sins; for what communion can there be betwixt light and darkness, God and sin.
and if you will love and follow the Lord, you must leave your Sins; for what communion can there be betwixt Light and darkness, God and since.
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The Use of this may inform us of the madness and folly of a sinner, He will live in such or such a sin,
The Use of this may inform us of the madness and folly of a sinner, He will live in such or such a since,
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and with greediness he follows the inticements thereof: Well! thou enjoyest thy sin, but consider that thou losest thy God;
and with greediness he follows the enticements thereof: Well! thou enjoyest thy since, but Consider that thou losest thy God;
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and what doest thou get in all thy delights, which are but lying vanities, whilest thou forsakest the God of thy mercies? Thy exchange is miserable, to leave a God, and embrace a sin;
and what dost thou get in all thy delights, which Are but lying vanities, whilst thou forsakest the God of thy Mercies? Thy exchange is miserable, to leave a God, and embrace a since;
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to depart from the chiefest good and happiness, and to make choice of the basest objects of sin, which is worse then hell it self.
to depart from the chiefest good and happiness, and to make choice of the Basest objects of since, which is Worse then hell it self.
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A second moral observation is this, that A sinner doth voluntarily, of his own accord, depart from God.
A second moral observation is this, that A sinner does voluntarily, of his own accord, depart from God.
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Here the Prodigal makes choice of his own way and course, and desires to be left to himself,
Here the Prodigal makes choice of his own Way and course, and Desires to be left to himself,
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and to take his own course.
and to take his own course.
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God compels no man to a sinfull course, nor is he the cause thereof, nor can Satan compel the heart.
God compels no man to a sinful course, nor is he the cause thereof, nor can Satan compel the heart.
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A man in this regard is said to tempt and entice himself, and with Ahab to sell himself to work wickedness.
A man in this regard is said to tempt and entice himself, and with Ahab to fell himself to work wickedness.
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And therefore, The sinner is utterly inexcusable before God, his mouth is for ever stopped, his sin and perdition is of himself.
And Therefore, The sinner is utterly inexcusable before God, his Mouth is for ever stopped, his since and perdition is of himself.
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God is cleared in Judgment, who punishes the wicked who is the actor, contriver, and sole cause of his own sinnings.
God is cleared in Judgement, who Punishes the wicked who is the actor, contriver, and sole cause of his own sinnings.
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Take any sinner who delights himself in a way of wickedness, why! he is voluntary in it:
Take any sinner who delights himself in a Way of wickedness, why! he is voluntary in it:
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'Tis true, in dispute he pretends an insufficiency or inability, but the real cause of his sinning is his own will,
It's true, in dispute he pretends an insufficiency or inability, but the real cause of his sinning is his own will,
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for he loves Darkness rather then Light, and had rather serve his Lusts then God;
for he loves Darkness rather then Light, and had rather serve his Lustiest then God;
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he makes choice of them before God, as the multitude did of Barrabas before Christ; and when Life and Death, God and Sin are propounded,
he makes choice of them before God, as the multitude did of Barabbas before christ; and when Life and Death, God and since Are propounded,
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yea, and that with the true rewards from the one, and severe wrath from the other,
yea, and that with the true rewards from the one, and severe wrath from the other,
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yet he like Issachar bowes down under the burthen, and loves rest; he had rather go on in his sins, and will not leave them:
yet he like Issachar bows down under the burden, and loves rest; he had rather go on in his Sins, and will not leave them:
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And therefore we alone are guilty of our own bloud, God is innocent as well as just, our condemnation is but a due guerdon or paiment for our own voluntary departings from God.
And Therefore we alone Are guilty of our own blood, God is innocent as well as just, our condemnation is but a due guerdon or payment for our own voluntary departings from God.
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A third moral Observation is this, that The pleasures of sinning will quickly end, and the end of them is extreme misery.
A third moral Observation is this, that The pleasures of sinning will quickly end, and the end of them is extreme misery.
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The Prodigal here will be gone, he must have pleasure, his Fathers house was too strict;
The Prodigal Here will be gone, he must have pleasure, his Father's house was too strict;
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well, he begins his •iotous living, but then you read that he quickly consumed and wasted all his substance,
well, he begins his •iotous living, but then you read that he quickly consumed and wasted all his substance,
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and brought himself into such extreme necessities, that he became a servant to the swine,
and brought himself into such extreme necessities, that he became a servant to the Swine,
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and fain would have fed his belly with the husks which they left, but none gave unto him.
and fain would have fed his belly with the husks which they left, but none gave unto him.
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This point I intend more fully to press, which contains in it two branches: 1. That the pleasures of sinning are but short. 2. That though delights and pleasures begin a sinfull course,
This point I intend more Fully to press, which contains in it two branches: 1. That the pleasures of sinning Are but short. 2. That though delights and pleasures begin a sinful course,
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yet extreme necessity and misery or streights do end it. 1. The pleasures and delights of sinning are but short: yet extreme necessity and misery or straights do end it. 1. The pleasures and delights of sinning Are but short:
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The riotous life of the Prodigal was a present consumption of his estate.
The riotous life of the Prodigal was a present consumption of his estate.
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The pleasure of sin is like a Candle, which in the very burning and lighting burns and consumes away. The pleasure of since is like a Candle, which in the very burning and lighting burns and consumes away.
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It is in Scripture compared to the crackling of thorns, which is but a speedy blaze;
It is in Scripture compared to the crackling of thorns, which is but a speedy blaze;
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and to the Lightning, which is but a glance and a flash and away;
and to the Lightning, which is but a glance and a flash and away;
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and to a season, the pleasures of sin for a season, Heb. 11. which is a very inch of time, a NONLATINALPHABET, a little article of time;
and to a season, the pleasures of since for a season, Hebrew 11. which is a very inch of time, a, a little article of time;
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for though time be long, yet a season is but a short space.
for though time be long, yet a season is but a short Molle.
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In Job the pleasure of sin is compared to a sweet morsel; a morsel is no great quantity,
In Job the pleasure of since is compared to a sweet morsel; a morsel is no great quantity,
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and though it be sweet, yet it slips quickly away from the tongue and palate. And the Apostle compares it to a bait wherewith a fish is taken;
and though it be sweet, yet it slips quickly away from the tongue and palate. And the Apostle compares it to a bait wherewith a Fish is taken;
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the fish looks on, and nibbles a little, and takes it down, and then away goes the bait.
the Fish looks on, and nibbles a little, and Takes it down, and then away Goes the bait.
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Cain pleased himself a while, but not long; for the sin of murther presently pursued and cried against him:Cain pleased himself a while, but not long; for the since of murder presently pursued and cried against him:
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And Adam before him, had but one taste of the forbidden tree, it quickly set his teeth on edge:
And Adam before him, had but one taste of the forbidden tree, it quickly Set his teeth on edge:
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Gehazi 's gold and garments, and Achan 's wedge, as they were stoln waters, and though sweet, yet short.Gehazi is gold and garments, and achan is wedge, as they were stolen waters, and though sweet, yet short.
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So was it with Ahab, he got Naboths vineyard sinfully, but he scarce ever enjoyed it;
So was it with Ahab, he god Naboth's vineyard sinfully, but he scarce ever enjoyed it;
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he met with a mighty curse from God presently upon him.
he met with a mighty curse from God presently upon him.
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But here observe, that the pleasures of sin may be said to be short, 1. In respect of estimation: when the hearts of men judge of them as false, unlawfull, and short.
But Here observe, that the pleasures of since may be said to be short, 1. In respect of estimation: when the hearts of men judge of them as false, unlawful, and short.
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Thus Moses esteemed of them, and therefore refused the pleasures of sin, which were but for a season.
Thus Moses esteemed of them, and Therefore refused the pleasures of since, which were but for a season.
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2. In respect of duration: For if Life itself be not long, the pleasures of sin must needs be short.
2. In respect of duration: For if Life itself be not long, the pleasures of since must needs be short.
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It is true, that as long as the impenitent soul hath a being, the guilt of his sin shall have a being and consistence in the soul,
It is true, that as long as the impenitent soul hath a being, the guilt of his since shall have a being and consistence in the soul,
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but at the utmost sinful pleasures extend not beyond our life, their date then of necessity must be expired,
but At the utmost sinful pleasures extend not beyond our life, their date then of necessity must be expired,
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though usually they are extinguished or interrupted before, and life is a very short tale, hour, moment. 3. In comparison with eternity; though a man should live in the pleasures of sin 20, 40, 60 years,
though usually they Are extinguished or interrupted before, and life is a very short tale, hour, moment. 3. In comparison with eternity; though a man should live in the pleasures of since 20, 40, 60 Years,
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yet what is that space of time to an eternity of sorrows and bitterness. Compare the longest time with eternity, it is scarce a considerable moment.
yet what is that Molle of time to an eternity of sorrows and bitterness. Compare the longest time with eternity, it is scarce a considerable moment.
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But you may demand, Why should the pleasures of sin be so short? Sol. Nay you might rather demand,
But you may demand, Why should the pleasures of since be so short? Sol. Nay you might rather demand,
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Why they should be at all? for indeed real pleasure cannot arise out of sinful acts,
Why they should be At all? for indeed real pleasure cannot arise out of sinful acts,
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yet a carnal and sensual pleasure there is, which is nevertheless short: Because
yet a carnal and sensual pleasure there is, which is nevertheless short: Because
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1. Sin is never so pleasant, but it breeds that which is unpleasant; nay the more pleasure we find in it, the more displeasure it works;
1. since is never so pleasant, but it breeds that which is unpleasant; nay the more pleasure we find in it, the more displeasure it works;
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like a draught of beer, which the more fully and pleasantly drops down, the more danger is added to the patient:
like a draught of beer, which the more Fully and pleasantly drops down, the more danger is added to the patient:
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So is it with sin, it seems a delightful thing to you to follow your lusts, your evil waies;
So is it with since, it seems a delightful thing to you to follow your Lustiest, your evil ways;
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but the more you sin, the more you increase your guilt; and guilt is but a sword to cut the throat of your sinful pleasures;
but the more you since, the more you increase your guilt; and guilt is but a sword to Cut the throat of your sinful pleasures;
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It is like sweet poison, which goes down easily and delightfully, but it will suddenly disturb and crack the body.
It is like sweet poison, which Goes down Easily and delightfully, but it will suddenly disturb and Crac the body.
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2. God hath cursed the waies of sin;
2. God hath cursed the ways of since;
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and therefore though they seem pleasant for a while, yet that shall not be long, he hath hedged it with thorns, threatned all evil, miserable and judicial evil against it.
and Therefore though they seem pleasant for a while, yet that shall not be long, he hath hedged it with thorns, threatened all evil, miserable and judicial evil against it.
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And look as when a good man earnestly presses God upon his promises, his sorrowes shall not stay long,
And look as when a good man earnestly presses God upon his promises, his sorrows shall not stay long,
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but sighs and tears shall flie away: So when a wicked man provoketh God by his sinnings, his pleasures shall be short,
but sighs and tears shall fly away: So when a wicked man provokes God by his sinnings, his pleasures shall be short,
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for the Lord will perform his threatnings against him.
for the Lord will perform his threatenings against him.
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3. The pleasures of sin must necessarily be short, because conscience cannot be long quiet: If you should wound and wound a man, he will begin to feel, and to complain;
3. The pleasures of since must necessarily be short, Because conscience cannot be long quiet: If you should wound and wound a man, he will begin to feel, and to complain;
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even your pleasant sinnings are the most grievous woundings of conscience, and conscience will not bear, it will awake with blood trickling,
even your pleasant sinnings Are the most grievous woundings of conscience, and conscience will not bear, it will awake with blood trickling,
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and will be revenged of you with most bitter expostulations, severe accusations, unsufferable gnawings, and then where are the pleasures of your sins? Who can stand before envy? said Solomon; so against conscience, the wounds thereof,
and will be revenged of you with most bitter expostulations, severe accusations, unsufferable gnawings, and then where Are the pleasures of your Sins? Who can stand before envy? said Solomon; so against conscience, the wounds thereof,
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yea and her woundings by it, who can bear? thy delights will sink and flie off,
yea and her woundings by it, who can bear? thy delights will sink and fly off,
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yea thy heart will fail thee utterly, when conscience ariseth to accuse and condemn thy sinful pleasures.
yea thy heart will fail thee utterly, when conscience arises to accuse and condemn thy sinful pleasures.
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4. They raise up manifold afflictions and calamities which shorten our pleasures and delights. But I proceed to the opening of the second branch, viz. the endings of sin.
4. They raise up manifold afflictions and calamities which shorten our pleasures and delights. But I proceed to the opening of the second branch, viz. the endings of since.
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That though a sinful course may begin in many pleasures, yet it shall end in many miseries, extremities, and straits.
That though a sinful course may begin in many pleasures, yet it shall end in many misery's, extremities, and straits.
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There are diverse sorts of ending of things:
There Are diverse sorts of ending of things:
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some end by way of annihilation, as the souls of the beasts, they shall cease to be, they are resolved into nothing;
Some end by Way of annihilation, as the Souls of the beasts, they shall cease to be, they Are resolved into nothing;
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some end by way of perfection, as the souls and waies of holy men, Glory and Salvation is their end;
Some end by Way of perfection, as the Souls and ways of holy men, Glory and Salvation is their end;
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some end by way of corruption, as when the beauty of a thing is marred, or a goodly body is turned;
Some end by Way of corruption, as when the beauty of a thing is marred, or a goodly body is turned;
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and ends in a loathsome carkass, or sweet Wine turns to sharp Vineger. After this manner doth sin end, or a sinful course end:
and ends in a loathsome carcase, or sweet Wine turns to sharp Vinegar. After this manner does sin end, or a sinful course end:
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as it was with the day in which Sodom was destroied, it began with the pleasant light of the Sun, but it ended in fire and brimstone:
as it was with the day in which Sodom was destroyed, it began with the pleasant Light of the Sun, but it ended in fire and brimstone:
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Thus was it with those sinners, their delightful flames of lust ended in horrid flames of Vengeance.
Thus was it with those Sinners, their delightful flames of lust ended in horrid flames of Vengeance.
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There are two sorts of sorrow and trouble: one Penitential, and the other Judicial; one of these sin must end in.
There Are two sorts of sorrow and trouble: one Penitential, and the other Judicial; one of these since must end in.
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Achans wedge pleased his eie, but it lost his life.Achans wedge pleased his eye, but it lost his life.
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Ahabs desire was satisfied to get Naboths Vineyard, but his blood paid for it in the portion of Jezreel. Gehazi obteined the garments and talents, and at the end a Leprosie to his dying day.Ahabs desire was satisfied to get Naboth's Vineyard, but his blood paid for it in the portion of Jezrael. Gehazi obtained the garments and Talents, and At the end a Leprosy to his dying day.
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Judas gets favour with the chief Priests, and money to betray his Master, but he got horrour of conscience, final despair and damnation for his treachery.Judas gets favour with the chief Priests, and money to betray his Master, but he god horror of conscience, final despair and damnation for his treachery.
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The young man in the Proverbs is inticed with the filthy flattery of the Whore, her bed was perfumed with Myrrhe, but her house is the way to hell, going down to the chambers of death; The young man in the Proverbs is enticed with the filthy flattery of the Whore, her Bed was perfumed with Myrrh, but her house is the Way to hell, going down to the chambers of death;
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those chambers of delight prove chambers of death. But to open this in some particulars:
those chambers of delight prove chambers of death. But to open this in Some particulars:
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Quest. 1. To what extreme miseries and streits may sin bring the sinner? Sol. 1. To those of Body; sin may be rottenness of his bones, and may infect him with the most nasty, irking, painful diseases, that he shall have no rest in his flesh: Quest. 1. To what extreme misery's and streits may since bring the sinner? Sol. 1. To those of Body; since may be rottenness of his bones, and may infect him with the most nasty, irking, painful diseases, that he shall have no rest in his Flesh:
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it may so poison his marrow, inflame his spirits, corrupt his humors, that many times the body, which was the instrument of sin, proves to be the great torment of the sinner. 2. To those of Estate; sinning may eat out a goodly estate,
it may so poison his marrow, inflame his spirits, corrupt his humours, that many times the body, which was the Instrument of since, Proves to be the great torment of the sinner. 2. To those of Estate; sinning may eat out a goodly estate,
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as the worm which is gnawing at the root of a tree, disrobes it, disflourishes it, pines and shrivels it:
as the worm which is gnawing At the root of a tree, disrobes it, disflourish it, pines and shrivels it:
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though a man hath quick parts, ample dealings, yet if he has secret waies of sinning, his sins will blast him, they will be as the Moth which eats out the garment,
though a man hath quick parts, ample dealings, yet if he has secret ways of sinning, his Sins will blast him, they will be as the Moth which eats out the garment,
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or as the canker to the brass or iron.
or as the canker to the brass or iron.
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How many by such & such sinnings are quickly stript, laid low, brought to a morsel of bread,
How many by such & such sinnings Are quickly stripped, laid low, brought to a morsel of bred,
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and are cloathed in rags, as the Prodigal here in the tex wasted himself out of all. 3. To those of Name, which is one of the three precious and tender things;
and Are clothed in rags, as the Prodigal Here in the tex wasted himself out of all. 3. To those of Name, which is one of the three precious and tender things;
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viz. a mans Eye, a mans Conscience, and a mans Name. This is a precious ointment, a mans life is as his name is, viz. a men Eye, a men Conscience, and a men Name. This is a precious ointment, a men life is as his name is,
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yet sinning casts a flie into that ointment, a blur upon that copie, it procures reproach and shame,
yet sinning Cast a fly into that ointment, a blur upon that copy, it procures reproach and shame,
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an hissing, a Proverb, a by-word, an odious name, a name that shall perish. 4. To those of Conscience, which are streits indeed,
an hissing, a Proverb, a Byword, an odious name, a name that shall perish. 4. To those of Conscience, which Are streits indeed,
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so that a man is almost distracted, knows not which way to turn himself either to God or man, day nor night, is weary of life, and yet afraid to die;
so that a man is almost distracted, knows not which Way to turn himself either to God or man, day nor night, is weary of life, and yet afraid to die;
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he fears God, he fears man, he fears himself, he fears the shadows of things. 5. To those of the imagining and thinking part of man;
he fears God, he fears man, he fears himself, he fears the shadows of things. 5. To those of the imagining and thinking part of man;
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a mans heart shall do nothing but meditate terrour, apprehend guilt;
a men heart shall do nothing but meditate terror, apprehend guilt;
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see the form• of bitter sinnings, and the Idea's of infinite wrath kindling from God against him,
see the form• of bitter sinnings, and the Idea's of infinite wrath kindling from God against him,
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so that he shall be still amazed at the representation of his former sinnings, or at the expectation of future judgments. 6. To those of the affecting part: all his a•fections shall rise up as a tumult within him;
so that he shall be still amazed At the representation of his former sinnings, or At the expectation of future Judgments. 6. To those of the affecting part: all his a•fections shall rise up as a tumult within him;
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burthens of cruel fear, tremblings of a fainting grief, and thick throws of hopeless despair.
burdens of cruel Fear, tremblings of a fainting grief, and thick throws of hopeless despair.
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Quest. 2. But why is it that sins, or sinful courses, end in such extreme miseries and streits? Sol. Reasons thereof are many:Quest. 2. But why is it that Sins, or sinful courses, end in such extreme misery's and streits? Sol. Reasons thereof Are many:
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1. Because though the beginning of sin be from a deceived heart, yet the ending of sin is from a just God. 1. Because though the beginning of since be from a deceived heart, yet the ending of since is from a just God.
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The corrupt heart begins sin, deluded thereto by sinful pleasure, but God puts a period to the sin in just judgment, in wrath and tribulation upon every soul that does evil.
The corrupt heart begins since, deluded thereto by sinful pleasure, but God puts a Period to the since in just judgement, in wrath and tribulation upon every soul that does evil.
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What we conceive about sin is one thing, and what God will do to the sinner is another thing;
What we conceive about since is one thing, and what God will do to the sinner is Another thing;
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we make it sweet, but God will make it bitter at the latter end;
we make it sweet, but God will make it bitter At the latter end;
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The intentional way of theft is with delight, but the judicial end of theft is death;
The intentional Way of theft is with delight, but the judicial end of theft is death;
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so is it in all sinnings, the intention of the sinner is to please his own corrupt heart,
so is it in all sinnings, the intention of the sinner is to please his own corrupt heart,
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but the judicial end of it (which belongs to God, he being the righteous Judg offended) is misery. 2. The true effects of sin must be made manifest.
but the judicial end of it (which belongs to God, he being the righteous Judge offended) is misery. 2. The true effects of since must be made manifest.
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Men would not onely question the Righteousness of God, but the unlawfulness of sin, if sinning should end peaceably.
Men would not only question the Righteousness of God, but the unlawfulness of since, if sinning should end peaceably.
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Well might they say with him, I have cleansed my heart in vain, if sin should end in peace and blessing;
Well might they say with him, I have cleansed my heart in vain, if since should end in peace and blessing;
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but God by this dolefull Catastrophe of sin doth convince man, that sin deceives them while it pretends so much pleasure, delight, contentment,
but God by this doleful Catastrophe of since does convince man, that since deceives them while it pretends so much pleasure, delight, contentment,
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and at length repays them with shame, loss, horrour and despair. 3. Hereby men should learn that there is a difference twixt them who fear God,
and At length repays them with shame, loss, horror and despair. 3. Hereby men should Learn that there is a difference betwixt them who Fear God,
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and such as fear him not. For indeed, in this, among many other things, do godly ways and the ungodly differ:and such as Fear him not. For indeed, in this, among many other things, do godly ways and the ungodly differ:
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The Godly begin oft times in sorrow, in trouble, but the end of them is peace at the last;
The Godly begin oft times in sorrow, in trouble, but the end of them is peace At the last;
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we see and meet with the worst of our journey at the first, as the Israelites did with the Wilderness and Sea,
we see and meet with the worst of our journey At the First, as the Israelites did with the Wilderness and Sea,
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but they came to Canaan at length;
but they Come to Canaan At length;
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but the Ungodly ways yield their best at first, their vanity, delights, like painted colours, fall off,
but the Ungodly ways yield their best At First, their vanity, delights, like painted colours, fallen off,
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and their worst is hidden, and appears at last:
and their worst is hidden, and appears At last:
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Alas, thou doest not imagine that hell which thy sinnings are kindlings, or that sword which it is unsheathing,
Alas, thou dost not imagine that hell which thy sinnings Are kindlings, or that sword which it is unsheathing,
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or that death which it is breeding, or that horrour which it is maing within thee against thee;
or that death which it is breeding, or that horror which it is maing within thee against thee;
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these are now hid from thy eyes, but yet they are the end of thy sinnings.
these Are now hid from thy eyes, but yet they Are the end of thy sinnings.
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I now come to the application of this point.
I now come to the application of this point.
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Is the entrance of sin pleasant, and is that pleasure but short, and ends that pleasure in miserable extremity, then 1. for
Is the Entrance of since pleasant, and is that pleasure but short, and ends that pleasure in miserable extremity, then 1. for
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1. Information; We may hence be informed, That all things are not right and safe, which yet are pleasant.
1. Information; We may hence be informed, That all things Are not right and safe, which yet Are pleasant.
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The ways of a man seem right in his own eyes, said Solomon, and the motives of sin seem pleasant to our corrupt hearts; The ways of a man seem right in his own eyes, said Solomon, and the motives of since seem pleasant to our corrupt hearts;
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yet sinfull ways are false, and sinfull pleasures are nought and short.
yet sinful ways Are false, and sinful pleasures Are nought and short.
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The first demand of any in point of opinion should be, how true, not how plausible;
The First demand of any in point of opinion should be, how true, not how plausible;
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and of affection or action, should be, How good, and the next, how pleasant; not first how delightfull, but first how lawfull.
and of affection or actium, should be, How good, and the next, how pleasant; not First how delightful, but First how lawful.
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We may not do about our moral acts, as we do in our civil, ask what fine Stuffs, but first, what good.
We may not do about our moral acts, as we do in our civil, ask what fine Stuffs, but First, what good.
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The Apple, the forbidden Apple, which if tasted had death in it, was yet goodly to to look on, it was pleasant to the eyes.
The Apple, the forbidden Apple, which if tasted had death in it, was yet goodly to to look on, it was pleasant to the eyes.
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And the Wine of which Solomon speaks, though it bit like a Serpent, and stung like an Adder, yet it looked red, and gave its colour in the cup.
And the Wine of which Solomon speaks, though it bit like a Serpent, and stung like an Adder, yet it looked read, and gave its colour in the cup.
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As all sins have after their commission something to back them, so they have before their commission something to enter them:
As all Sins have After their commission something to back them, so they have before their commission something to enter them:
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After our sinning, there are corrupt defences and reasonings; and before our sinnings, there are corrupt pleasures and delights:
After our sinning, there Are corrupt defences and reasonings; and before our sinnings, there Are corrupt pleasures and delights:
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As in the sewing of a Garment, there is a Needle to make way, and then a Thred to keep fast;
As in the sewing of a Garment, there is a Needle to make Way, and then a Thread to keep fast;
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so it is in the constitution of a sinfull course, there is pleasure to make way for the sin,
so it is in the constitution of a sinful course, there is pleasure to make Way for the since,
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and then there is love and defence which keeps fast the sin.
and then there is love and defence which keeps fast the since.
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Therefore we must in this be informed, not to entertain any thing because it doth please and delight us,
Therefore we must in this be informed, not to entertain any thing Because it does please and delight us,
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for usually that is sinfull which at first is delightfull; it is not how it pleaseth me, but how it pleaseth God:
for usually that is sinful which At First is delightful; it is not how it Pleases me, but how it Pleases God:
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The soul of man naturally is very corrupt, and as it is with some stomacks which are foul, the worst diet is most delightfull,
The soul of man naturally is very corrupt, and as it is with Some stomachs which Are foul, the worst diet is most delightful,
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so it is with our souls being evil, therefore that which is evil suits bests with them and pleaseth them most.
so it is with our Souls being evil, Therefore that which is evil suits bests with them and Pleases them most.
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Pleasures of any thing must be judged by 1. A Word of truth; for if they be not good,
Pleasures of any thing must be judged by 1. A Word of truth; for if they be not good,
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as well as pleasant, they are sins factors;
as well as pleasant, they Are Sins Factors;
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and 2. by the respondency they have to a nature, not as corrupt, but as renewed.
and 2. by the respondency they have to a nature, not as corrupt, but as renewed.
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2. That sin is not onely bad, but politick; not onely unlawfull, but deceitfull.
2. That since is not only bad, but politic; not only unlawful, but deceitful.
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As it is with some faces which have natural wrinkles, these are dawbed over with painted glosses;
As it is with Some faces which have natural wrinkles, these Are daubed over with painted Glosses;
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or with some bodies which are crooked, these are bolstred out with secret stiffnings; or as with rotten wares, these are glazed over with gaudy dyings:
or with Some bodies which Are crooked, these Are bolstered out with secret stiffnings; or as with rotten wares, these Are glazed over with gaudy dyings:
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So is it with sin, in it self a foul thing, a loathsome and odious thing (therefore in Scripture called an abomination, a filthiness, a vile thing, a disease, a rottenness, a sore, putrifying sore, &c.) yet it draws on the sinner by pleasure and delight.
So is it with since, in it self a foul thing, a loathsome and odious thing (Therefore in Scripture called an abomination, a filthiness, a vile thing, a disease, a rottenness, a soar, Putrifying soar, etc.) yet it draws on the sinner by pleasure and delight.
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Sin doth not move us nakedly as sinfull, but cunningly as delightfull;
since does not move us nakedly as sinful, but cunningly as delightful;
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it doth not tempt the young man to uncleanness, and tell him, that whoremongers and adulterers God will judge;
it does not tempt the young man to uncleanness, and tell him, that whoremongers and Adulterers God will judge;
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but come, let us take our fill of love, I have perfumed my bed, &c. as the strumpet in the Proverbs:
but come, let us take our fill of love, I have perfumed my Bed, etc. as the strumpet in the Proverbs:
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It doth not tempt the person to drunkenness, and tell him that no drunkard shall inherit the Kingdome of God,
It does not tempt the person to Drunkenness, and tell him that no drunkard shall inherit the Kingdom of God,
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and that there is a woe belonging unto him;
and that there is a woe belonging unto him;
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but it shews him the redness and colour of the Wine, and suggests the sweetness thereof unto him.
but it shows him the redness and colour of the Wine, and suggests the sweetness thereof unto him.
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So in sins of murther, it doth not shew that revenge which God threatens, but that acceptable revenge and way of ease which the sinner delightfully thinks on.
So in Sins of murder, it does not show that revenge which God threatens, but that acceptable revenge and Way of ease which the sinner delightfully thinks on.
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As Balak sent to Balaam the rewards of Divination, and then desired him to curse Israel: And that Apocalyptical whore had in her hand a golden cup, and within that the wine of fornication: So deals our sin with us when it tempts us, it doth hide the hook, and shews the bait;
As Balak sent to balaam the rewards of Divination, and then desired him to curse Israel: And that Apocalyptical whore had in her hand a golden cup, and within that the wine of fornication: So deals our since with us when it tempts us, it does hide the hook, and shows the bait;
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it conceals the obliquity, and represents the beauty; it covers the misery, and shews onely the pleasure, to draw and insnare our souls.
it conceals the obliquity, and represents the beauty; it covers the misery, and shows only the pleasure, to draw and ensnare our Souls.
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3. That all sinners are extremely mocked and deluded. They may more safely say of their sins what •sau spake of Jacob;
3. That all Sinners Are extremely mocked and deluded. They may more safely say of their Sins what •sau spoke of Jacob;
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Thy name is rightly called Jacob, for these two times thou hast deceived or supplamed me. Thy name is rightly called Jacob, for these two times thou hast deceived or supplamed me.
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So may sinfull men say of their sins, Not twice or thrice, but always ye still mock and deceive me.
So may sinful men say of their Sins, Not twice or thrice, but always you still mock and deceive me.
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I remember, that when Josephs brethren had cast him into the pit, Reuben anon returns thither, but finds him not;
I Remember, that when Josephs brothers had cast him into the pit, Reuben anon returns thither, but finds him not;
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he was newly there, but he was quickly taken thence, and he said, The child is not, and I, whither shall I go? So may a man say of the pleasure of his sin,
he was newly there, but he was quickly taken thence, and he said, The child is not, and I, whither shall I go? So may a man say of the pleasure of his since,
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Even now they were, but now they are not:
Even now they were, but now they Are not:
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And instead of that pleasure, he may now be wringing of his hands, and cry out;
And instead of that pleasure, he may now be wringing of his hands, and cry out;
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The pleasure is gone and is not, the sin remains and here sticks; the draught is gone, but the poison is not gone;
The pleasure is gone and is not, the since remains and Here sticks; the draught is gone, but the poison is not gone;
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the delight is gone, but the guilt is present; the delight is fallen off, but the grief is present:
the delight is gone, but the guilt is present; the delight is fallen off, but the grief is present:
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And I, now I, whether shall I go? Conscience galls me, fears crush me, God abhors me, the world doth not help, friends cannot ease me;
And I, now I, whither shall I go? Conscience galls me, fears crush me, God abhors me, the world does not help, Friends cannot ease me;
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what I feel is bitter, and what I fear is worse:
what I feel is bitter, and what I Fear is Worse:
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Ah my sins, you said I should have pleasures still, you said that I should not see misery, you said that God would be easily mercifull, you said these were nothing, you said that to morrow should be as to day, and much more abundantly:
Ah my Sins, you said I should have pleasures still, you said that I should not see misery, you said that God would be Easily merciful, you said these were nothing, you said that to morrow should be as to day, and much more abundantly:
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Ah that ever I trusted you, believed you, yielded unto you; you have deceived me;
Ah that ever I trusted you, believed you, yielded unto you; you have deceived me;
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by a little pleasure I am now brought into, and left in the midst of all misery:
by a little pleasure I am now brought into, and left in the midst of all misery:
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Ah, you sins which were once so pleasant, can you not deliver me? can you not comfort me? do ye forsake me? is this your kindness? is this your delightfulness? where is it? I am bereaved of your pleasures,
Ah, you Sins which were once so pleasant, can you not deliver me? can you not Comfort me? do you forsake me? is this your kindness? is this your delightfulness? where is it? I am bereft of your pleasures,
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and by you, you alone, am I now sunk into the most soul-cutting and anguishing distresses.
and by you, you alone, am I now sunk into the most soul-cutting and anguishing Distresses.
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4. That though sins be temporally pleasant, yet they are certainly dangerous: They end miserably, though they begin sweetly;
4. That though Sins be temporally pleasant, yet they Are Certainly dangerous: They end miserably, though they begin sweetly;
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like a River which begins in a quiet Spring, but ends in a tumultuous Sea. There are these dangers in the pleasures of Sin; like a River which begins in a quiet Spring, but ends in a tumultuous Sea. There Are these dangers in the pleasures of since;
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1. They are apt to draw and entice us, 2. to bewitch and entangle us. 3. to enlarge the spirit of transgression within.
1. They Are apt to draw and entice us, 2. to bewitch and entangle us. 3. to enlarge the Spirit of Transgression within.
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4, to hinder all true pleasures, 5. to sear up the 〈 ◊ 〉 conscience against all holy counsel and remedy.
4, to hinder all true pleasures, 5. to sear up the 〈 ◊ 〉 conscience against all holy counsel and remedy.
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But I pass to a second Use, which shall be of Caution, to take heed of being deluded any longer with the pleasures of sin:
But I pass to a second Use, which shall be of Caution, to take heed of being deluded any longer with the pleasures of since:
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me thinks Eliphaz spake punctually, and to the purpose;
me thinks Eliphaz spoke punctually, and to the purpose;
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Let not him that is deceived trust (any more) in vanity, for vanity shall be his recompence. Let not him that is deceived trust (any more) in vanity, for vanity shall be his recompense.
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Though sin be a while pleasant, yet hearken not unto it, suffer not thy self to be deceived by it:
Though since be a while pleasant, yet harken not unto it, suffer not thy self to be deceived by it:
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Wine is a mocker, and strong drink is raging, and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise. Wine is a mocker, and strong drink is raging, and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise.
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The like he speaks of the unclean woman, whose heart is snares and nets, (still dressing them to catch the bird) and her hands are bands.
The like he speaks of the unclean woman, whose heart is snares and nets, (still dressing them to catch the bird) and her hands Are bans.
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The same may be said of any sins whatsoever.
The same may be said of any Sins whatsoever.
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But now to move and quicken your hearts to take heed of sinning, though mixt with pleasures and delights; Consider these motives.
But now to move and quicken your hearts to take heed of sinning, though mixed with pleasures and delights; Consider these motives.
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1. What thing that is wherein thou doest take pleasure? Why! 1. What thing that is wherein thou dost take pleasure? Why!
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what is it, O man, that hath enticed thee? and what is it, O man, which in thee is so enticed? It is sin that hath enticed thee, what is it, Oh man, that hath enticed thee? and what is it, Oh man, which in thee is so enticed? It is since that hath enticed thee,
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and it is thy soul which is thus enticed by sin. Sin enticeth thee, then which no evil is worse;
and it is thy soul which is thus enticed by since. since entices thee, then which no evil is Worse;
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thy soul is enticed, then which no part in thee is so precious.
thy soul is enticed, then which no part in thee is so precious.
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And wilt thou adventure that precious soul, that immortal soul, which must live for ever, wilt thou adventure it for a sin,
And wilt thou adventure that precious soul, that immortal soul, which must live for ever, wilt thou adventure it for a since,
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for one draught of sinfull pleasure? Wouldest thou adventure all thy earthly estate for one draught of Beer, (as Esau did his for one mess of pottage?) Thou wouldest not:
for one draught of sinful pleasure? Wouldst thou adventure all thy earthly estate for one draught of Beer, (as Esau did his for one mess of pottage?) Thou Wouldst not:
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Yet wilt thou adventure the eternal being of thy soul for one minutes pleasure of sin.
Yet wilt thou adventure the Eternal being of thy soul for one minutes pleasure of since.
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Though thy sins be pleasant in thine eyes, yet they are odious in Gods sight,
Though thy Sins be pleasant in thine eyes, yet they Are odious in God's sighed,
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though thy sins do delight thee, yet they do grieve him, they do incense and provoke him:
though thy Sins do delight thee, yet they do grieve him, they do incense and provoke him:
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Hast thou nothing to take pleasure in, but that which provokes thy God, and will damn thy so•l!
Hast thou nothing to take pleasure in, but that which provokes thy God, and will damn thy so•l!
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2. Thou mayest enjoy thy pleasures without sin.
2. Thou Mayest enjoy thy pleasures without since.
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Hast thou not a Wife to delight thee, an Husband, Children, many outward comforts, not a God, not a Promise, not a Christ, that thou longest onely for forbidden fruit?
Hast thou not a Wife to delight thee, an Husband, Children, many outward comforts, not a God, not a Promise, not a christ, that thou longest only for forbidden fruit?
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3. Is sin a thing to take pleasure in? did it not shed the bloud of Christ? doth it not break a righteous Law? transgress an holy Will? grieve the Spirit of God? cast the clouds of threatnings over our heads? bring down all our Judgements on body? kindle our terrours in Conscience? heap up all our wrath against the day of wrath? is this the thing of thy pleasure? call you this a delight!
3. Is since a thing to take pleasure in? did it not shed the blood of christ? does it not break a righteous Law? transgress an holy Will? grieve the Spirit of God? cast the Clouds of threatenings over our Heads? bring down all our Judgments on body? kindle our terrors in Conscience? heap up all our wrath against the day of wrath? is this the thing of thy pleasure? call you this a delight!
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If one should say unto thee, Be drunk, commit filthiness, and within an hour after, thy whole body shall be roasted in a fire,
If one should say unto thee, Be drunk, commit filthiness, and within an hour After, thy Whole body shall be roasted in a fire,
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or thy skin shall be flead off thee, or every bone in thy body should be distinctly broken in pieces, wouldst thou now sin? And what are these punishments to sins themselves? and what are these punishments to those of Conscience,
or thy skin shall be flayed off thee, or every bone in thy body should be distinctly broken in Pieces, Wouldst thou now since? And what Are these punishments to Sins themselves? and what Are these punishments to those of Conscience,
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or to that of Hell?
or to that of Hell?
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4. God can easily shorten thy pleasures of sin, and he hath many waies to do it. First, Is not his Word of mighty power? is it not a discerner of the thoughts and intentions of the heart? can it not divide twixt the marrow and the joint? Is it not a light,
4. God can Easily shorten thy pleasures of since, and he hath many ways to do it. First, Is not his Word of mighty power? is it not a discerner of the thoughts and intentions of the heart? can it not divide betwixt the marrow and the joint? Is it not a Light,
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and a fire? Is it not the sword of God, a two-edged sword, able to pierce,
and a fire? Is it not the sword of God, a two-edged sword, able to pierce,
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and that with quickness, and that with sharpness? Or, Secondly, if yet thou be able to maintein thy sins,
and that with quickness, and that with sharpness? Or, Secondly, if yet thou be able to maintain thy Sins,
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and by the strength of sensual pleasures to beat off the purest convictions, and revelations,
and by the strength of sensual pleasures to beatrice off the Purest convictions, and revelations,
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and pursuits of the Word, cannot the Spirit of God drive home the sharp displeasure of God? cannot he break through the midst of all thy resolutions and delights,
and pursuits of the Word, cannot the Spirit of God drive home the sharp displeasure of God? cannot he break through the midst of all thy resolutions and delights,
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and so enter into thy conscience? can he not in a moment awaken that drouzie conscience? can he not inliven that seared conscience? can he not injoin it to stand up and act its accusing power,
and so enter into thy conscience? can he not in a moment awaken that drowsy conscience? can he not enliven that seared conscience? can he not enjoin it to stand up and act its accusing power,
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when he hath irresistably inlightned it, and set the great sins of thy delight before thee? and when conscience is deeply wounded, where then are all thy pleasures? O, it will be as bitter then unto thee as hell:
when he hath irresistible enlightened it, and Set the great Sins of thy delight before thee? and when conscience is deeply wounded, where then Are all thy pleasures? O, it will be as bitter then unto thee as hell:
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the wrath of God felt, and the guilt of sin felt, and the terrors of Conscience felt, O how will they drown thy pleasures, sink thy spirits,
the wrath of God felt, and the guilt of since felt, and the terrors of Conscience felt, Oh how will they drown thy pleasures, sink thy spirits,
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and (if God be not the more merciful) confound thy soul! Yet this God can do, and he can easily do it;
and (if God be not the more merciful) confound thy soul! Yet this God can do, and he can Easily do it;
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if he saith but the word, My wrath be upon him, Con•cie•ce arise and accuse him, it is done,
if he Says but the word, My wrath be upon him, Con•cie•ce arise and accuse him, it is done,
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and then where are thy d•lights? Those sins of thine, unto which thou hast been en•iced by a little false pleasures,
and then where Are thy d•lights? Those Sins of thine, unto which thou hast been en•iced by a little false pleasures,
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even they alone shall rise up, and be the sufficient punishment for all their pleasures.
even they alone shall rise up, and be the sufficient punishment for all their pleasures.
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Or, Thirdly, He can shorten thy pleasures by many Judgements; he can lay such a disease upon thy body,
Or, Thirdly, He can shorten thy pleasures by many Judgments; he can lay such a disease upon thy body,
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or such a loss on thy estate, or such a rottenness on thy name, or such a vexation upon thy spirit,
or such a loss on thy estate, or such a rottenness on thy name, or such a vexation upon thy Spirit,
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or such a madness in thy mind, or such a cross in thy delight, that thou shalt find no more pleasure in any thing.
or such a madness in thy mind, or such a cross in thy delight, that thou shalt find no more pleasure in any thing.
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Or, Fourthly, Can he not send forth the King of Fears, that which thou least thinkest of, and which will make thy joynts to tremble, Death it self upon thee? Hath not He the Keys of Life and Death;
Or, Fourthly, Can he not send forth the King of Fears, that which thou least Thinkest of, and which will make thy Joints to tremble, Death it self upon thee? Hath not He the Keys of Life and Death;
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and when life is gone, where then are the pleasures of thy sin? Sin makes way for death,
and when life is gone, where then Are the pleasures of thy since? since makes Way for death,
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and death to a wicked man, though it makes not an end of his sinning, yet it makes a full end of the pleasures of sinning;
and death to a wicked man, though it makes not an end of his sinning, yet it makes a full end of the pleasures of sinning;
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thou shalt never rejoyce in the way of thy wickedness more, thou shalt never taste delight more,
thou shalt never rejoice in the Way of thy wickedness more, thou shalt never taste delight more,
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neither lawfull delight, nor unlawfull delight.
neither lawful delight, nor unlawful delight.
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And cannot God do this suddenly? and art thou able to withstand him? art thou greater then he?
And cannot God do this suddenly? and art thou able to withstand him? art thou greater then he?
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5. Thy pleasures of sin will end in bitterness.
5. Thy pleasures of since will end in bitterness.
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Read the Scripture, see whether it be not so, and I beseech thee tell me, hast thou not found it so already? canst thou not say, That thy sin hath been an evil thing,
Read the Scripture, see whither it be not so, and I beseech thee tell me, hast thou not found it so already? Canst thou not say, That thy since hath been an evil thing,
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and bitter? Canst thou not say, What fruit have I in those things whereof I am now ashamed? Two things remember, There is a certainty of bitterness for former sinnings, Eccl. 11. 9. Rejoyce O young man in thy youth,
and bitter? Canst thou not say, What fruit have I in those things whereof I am now ashamed? Two things Remember, There is a certainty of bitterness for former sinnings, Ecclesiastes 11. 9. Rejoice Oh young man in thy youth,
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and let thy heart chear thee in the days of thy youth, and walk in the ways of thy heart,
and let thy heart cheer thee in the days of thy youth, and walk in the ways of thy heart,
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and in the sight of thine eyes; but know thou, that for all these things God will bring thee into judgment. and in the sighed of thine eyes; but know thou, that for all these things God will bring thee into judgement.
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2. Thou knowest not the manner of that bitterness. The sinning, that is thy work; but the punishing of thy sins, that is Gods work:
2. Thou Knowest not the manner of that bitterness. The sinning, that is thy work; but the punishing of thy Sins, that is God's work:
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thou hast taken the pleasures which sin delivered unto thee, and thou must now take the bitterness which God will inflict on thee.
thou hast taken the pleasures which since Delivered unto thee, and thou must now take the bitterness which God will inflict on thee.
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And canst thou tell. 1. When the Lord will begin to account with thee, either to night,
And Canst thou tell. 1. When the Lord will begin to account with thee, either to night,
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or to morrow? thou art not secure a moment.
or to morrow? thou art not secure a moment.
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Secondly, How the Lord will begin with thee, whether in thy body, or in thy soul,
Secondly, How the Lord will begin with thee, whither in thy body, or in thy soul,
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or in both, in conscience, or estate? Thirdly, How far the Lord will extend the cup unto thee;
or in both, in conscience, or estate? Thirdly, How Far the Lord will extend the cup unto thee;
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perhaps it shall be in thy hand a cup of fury, and trembling, and amazing horrour,
perhaps it shall be in thy hand a cup of fury, and trembling, and amazing horror,
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and whether he will have thee to drink to the lowest dregs of his wrath,
and whither he will have thee to drink to the lowest dregs of his wrath,
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how knowest thou? This bitterness after thy pleasures may be purely judicial, which shall not be tempered with any comfort,
how Knowest thou? This bitterness After thy pleasures may be purely judicial, which shall not be tempered with any Comfort,
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nor yet at all with the hope of any mercy, it may be an endless displeasure from God.
nor yet At all with the hope of any mercy, it may be an endless displeasure from God.
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Object. Yea, but we mean to repent hereafter, and so we will prevent all that bitterness.Object. Yea, but we mean to Repent hereafter, and so we will prevent all that bitterness.
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Sol. 1. You cannot repent at pleasure, though you sin at pleasure; nay, the more pleasant thy sins are, the more they do disable thee to repent;Sol. 1. You cannot Repent At pleasure, though you sin At pleasure; nay, the more pleasant thy Sins Are, the more they do disable thee to Repent;
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for they by thy delights do hold thy affections more firm, and increase •hy sinfull acts more often;
for they by thy delights do hold thy affections more firm, and increase •hy sinful acts more often;
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and both of these do cross repentance. 2. But suppose thou shouldest repent, yet must thy sins be bitter unto thee;
and both of these do cross Repentance. 2. But suppose thou Shouldst Repent, yet must thy Sins be bitter unto thee;
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though thou mayest believe with joy, yet thou must repent with sorrow: Repentance is a mourning weed, a sad lamentation, a reformation with tears.
though thou Mayest believe with joy, yet thou must Repent with sorrow: Repentance is a mourning weed, a sad lamentation, a Reformation with tears.
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3. And believe me, thy penitential work will be the more sowr, by how much the more sweet thy sinnings have been.
3. And believe me, thy penitential work will be the more sour, by how much the more sweet thy sinnings have been.
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In Physick (if I mistake not) they hold, that Dulcia cito vertuntur in bilem, the sweet meats are most easily turned into bitter choler;
In Physic (if I mistake not) they hold, that Dulce Quick vertuntur in bilem, the sweet Meats Are most Easily turned into bitter choler;
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so shalt thou find experimentally, thy sweetest sins to prove (even if thou doest repent) thy sharpest burthens and griefs.
so shalt thou find experimentally, thy Sweetest Sins to prove (even if thou dost Repent) thy Sharpest burdens and griefs.
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Davids adultery cost him more tears, then any sin of his that we read of.Davids adultery cost him more tears, then any since of his that we read of.
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A third Use shall be of Direction: If any man of us hath been enticed, that we have taken the sweet bait, that sin hath insnared us by its pleasures, my advice is, Let him vomit up the morsels again,
A third Use shall be of Direction: If any man of us hath been enticed, that we have taken the sweet bait, that since hath Ensnared us by its pleasures, my Advice is, Let him vomit up the morsels again,
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and no more to embrace the sin for the pleasure, but to abhor the pleasure for the sins sake.
and no more to embrace the since for the pleasure, but to abhor the pleasure for the Sins sake.
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The rules which I would prescribe, are these, 1. Presently to imbitter those sinfull pleasures: Do you your self begin the work, defer it not to God;
The rules which I would prescribe, Are these, 1. Presently to embitter those sinful pleasures: Do you your self begin the work, defer it not to God;
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if you begin it in a penitential way, God will spare you in a judicial way.
if you begin it in a penitential Way, God will spare you in a judicial Way.
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Judge yourselves, and ye shall not be judged of the Lord. See and consider what thou hast done;Judge yourselves, and you shall not be judged of the Lord. See and Consider what thou hast done;
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True, I have had the pleasure, but by sinning God hath had the dishonour, much dishonour, great dishonour, frequent dishonour.
True, I have had the pleasure, but by sinning God hath had the dishonour, much dishonour, great dishonour, frequent dishonour.
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Oh grieve for this, that thou shouldest ever delight in that which grieves thy God; that sin should be pleasant to thee, which is so dishonourable unto him;
O grieve for this, that thou Shouldst ever delight in that which grieves thy God; that since should be pleasant to thee, which is so dishonourable unto him;
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Afflict thy soul, and do this presently, take down thy sins the second time with bitter herbs, which at the first thou swallowedst down with sweet delights;
Afflict thy soul, and do this presently, take down thy Sins the second time with bitter herbs, which At the First thou swallowedst down with sweet delights;
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or rather cast them out with hearty sorrow, which thou didst hastily take in with vain pleasure.
or rather cast them out with hearty sorrow, which thou didst hastily take in with vain pleasure.
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2. For time to come, let two thoughts lodge between thine eyes; viz. 1. Former sins have been bitter though pleasant;
2. For time to come, let two thoughts lodge between thine eyes; viz. 1. Former Sins have been bitter though pleasant;
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2 Future sins, be they never so pleasant, will prove more bitter.
2 Future Sins, be they never so pleasant, will prove more bitter.
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O let these be engraven in thy soul, never believe thy thoughts, thy hopes, thy confidences,
Oh let these be engraven in thy soul, never believe thy thoughts, thy hope's, thy confidences,
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nor Satan any more, nor thy own false heart; sin was pleasant heretofore, but it ended bitterly;
nor Satan any more, nor thy own false heart; since was pleasant heretofore, but it ended bitterly;
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if thou any more hearken unto it, it will be less pleasant, and much more terribly bitter;
if thou any more harken unto it, it will be less pleasant, and much more terribly bitter;
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the second surfeits of sin do either breed more stupefaction, or more confusion in the conscience.
the second Surfeits of since do either breed more stupefaction, or more confusion in the conscience.
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3. Study to find and taste that pleasure which ariseth from an entire communion with God,
3. Study to find and taste that pleasure which arises from an entire communion with God,
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and a conversation which is upright. Talk what thou wilt, the soul will have some pleasure or other; and a Conversation which is upright. Talk what thou wilt, the soul will have Some pleasure or other;
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if it pitcheth not on God, for it, it will stray aside to sin for it.
if it pitcheth not on God, for it, it will stray aside to since for it.
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Now then strive to take pleasure in the Lord, and in his work, and in his way,
Now then strive to take pleasure in the Lord, and in his work, and in his Way,
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and in his Graces, and in his Christ: This shalt thou find of spiritual pleasure. 1. It is more sweet a thousand times then that of sin:
and in his Graces, and in his christ: This shalt thou find of spiritual pleasure. 1. It is more sweet a thousand times then that of since:
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One glass of Spring-water is more sweet then a Caldron of Sea-water;
One glass of Spring-water is more sweet then a Caldron of Seawater;
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though the Sea be larger, it is fouler and mixt. 2. It is more lasting and durable: though the Sea be larger, it is Fowler and mixed. 2. It is more lasting and durable:
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Ah, thou needest not to repent of it; it is a Spring, and not a Puddle, and its foundation is constant;
Ah, thou Needest not to Repent of it; it is a Spring, and not a Puddle, and its Foundation is constant;
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never forsake thy mercies, for lying vanities. 3. It is more affecting then the other:
never forsake thy Mercies, for lying vanities. 3. It is more affecting then the other:
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That of sin goes not beyond the sense and affections, but this of God enters into the conscience, which is the seat of truest comfort or saddest misery. 4. It will drown your sinfull pleasures:
That of since Goes not beyond the sense and affections, but this of God enters into the conscience, which is the seat of Truest Comfort or Saddest misery. 4. It will drown your sinful pleasures:
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Oh, thou shalt find such a real value, such a surpassing excellency, such a full contentment in the all-sufficient God, that thou mayest well say as Ephraim, What have I to do any more with Idols!
O, thou shalt find such a real valve, such a surpassing excellency, such a full contentment in the All-sufficient God, that thou Mayest well say as Ephraim, What have I to do any more with Idols!
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So thou with the vain, piercing, false, short, pleasures of sin. Therefore set thy heart not on sin, but holiness;
So thou with the vain, piercing, false, short, pleasures of since. Therefore Set thy heart not on since, but holiness;
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though it may fall out, that at the beginning the ways of God and holiness may seem bitter unto thee,
though it may fallen out, that At the beginning the ways of God and holiness may seem bitter unto thee,
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yet know, 1. This bitterness either is by reason of thy former pleasant sins, or thy present sinfull nature: 2. That assuredly thy delights in holiness will bring thee at last to that right hand where there are pleasures for evermore;
yet know, 1. This bitterness either is by reason of thy former pleasant Sins, or thy present sinful nature: 2. That assuredly thy delights in holiness will bring thee At last to that right hand where there Are pleasures for evermore;
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for as sin, though pleasant in entrance, is bitter in conclusion, so holiness, though it sets forth with a storm, shall land safely in a calm.
for as since, though pleasant in Entrance, is bitter in conclusion, so holiness, though it sets forth with a storm, shall land safely in a Cam.
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And when he had spent all, there arose a mighty famine in that Land, and he began to be in want. And when he had spent all, there arose a mighty famine in that Land, and he began to be in want.
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And he went and joyned himself to a Citizen of that Countrey, and he sent him into his fields to feeds swine. And he went and joined himself to a Citizen of that Country, and he sent him into his fields to feeds Swine.
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The Prodigal hath done with his Estate, and all the pleasures of it; The Prodigal hath done with his Estate, and all the pleasures of it;
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now we are to consider him both in his streights, and in the immediate use which he made of them.
now we Are to Consider him both in his straights, and in the immediate use which he made of them.
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Touching the former, I shall say little;
Touching the former, I shall say little;
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onely you may observe, 1. The occasion of it, a great famine: 2. His sence of it, he began to be in •ant.
only you may observe, 1. The occasion of it, a great famine: 2. His sense of it, he began to be in •ant.
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Touching the latter, you may observe two things, 1. His practice under his streights, And he went and joyned himself to a Citizen of that Countrey:
Touching the latter, you may observe two things, 1. His practice under his straights, And he went and joined himself to a Citizen of that Country:
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2. His success or reward, And he sent him into the field to feed swine. By the Citizen generally is expounded, the Divel; by the Countrey, the World; by Swine, wicked Men.
2. His success or reward, And he sent him into the field to feed Swine. By the Citizen generally is expounded, the devil; by the Country, the World; by Swine, wicked Men.
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There are two Propositions which I would hence observe, viz. 1. That though sin brings men into straits,
There Are two Propositions which I would hence observe, viz. 1. That though since brings men into straits,
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yet straits do not always bring men from sin. yet straits do not always bring men from since.
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2. That the further men go on in sin, the worse work they shall find it to prove.
2. That the further men go on in since, the Worse work they shall find it to prove.
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That though sin brings men into straits, yet straits do not always bring men from sin. You see here the prodigal is pincht with famine, That though since brings men into straits, yet straits do not always bring men from since. You see Here the prodigal is pinched with famine,
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and yet he comes not home to his Father, but goes on further in his own ways.
and yet he comes not home to his Father, but Goes on further in his own ways.
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For the opening of this Assertion a little, you must distinguish betwixt, 1. Possibility, ut medium, and Infallibility, ut remedium.
For the opening of this Assertion a little, you must distinguish betwixt, 1. Possibility, ut medium, and Infallibility, ut remedium.
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2. Betwixt Representation of sin, and Reformation of sin.
2. Betwixt Representation of since, and Reformation of since.
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Straits and miseries are ordinarily the Looking-Glasses, wherein we may see the face of our sinnings,
Straits and misery's Are ordinarily the Looking-glasses, wherein we may see the face of our sinnings,
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but they are not always the Physick-Glasses, wherein we find the cure of our sins; they are more often an eye-salve, than an heart-salve;
but they Are not always the Physick-Glasses, wherein we find the cure of our Sins; they Are more often an eyesalve, than an heart-salve;
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they may be a qualm to bring sin to sence, when yet they are not a potion to bring off the sinner from wandring.
they may be a qualm to bring since to sense, when yet they Are not a potion to bring off the sinner from wandering.
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3. Again, twixt impediment to sin, and twixt amendment of sin.
3. Again, betwixt impediment to since, and betwixt amendment of since.
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Miseries and straits may be a Dam to stop the Current, when yet they are not like the Prophets salt, effectual to heal the waters. Misery's and straits may be a Dam to stop the Current, when yet they Are not like the prophets salt, effectual to heal the waters.
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A Lock may stop a Thief, but not alter him.
A Lock may stop a Thief, but not altar him.
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When the the Prophet Eliah met Ahab with a sharp message about Naboth 's blo•d and Vineyard, it made him go softly, it cooled his spirit, but did not change it.
When the the Prophet Elijah met Ahab with a sharp message about Naboth is blo•d and Vineyard, it made him go softly, it cooled his Spirit, but did not change it.
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Miseries more ordinarily (for the present) make men less forward and bold in sin (as Jupiter 's Log did quash the noise of the Frogs) when yet they make them not so good as to turn them from sin:
Misery's more ordinarily (for the present) make men less forward and bold in since (as Jupiter is Log did quash the noise of the Frogs) when yet they make them not so good as to turn them from since:
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They do (like a shower of rain and hail) make the Traveller to stand a while under the Tree, who yet intends to hold on his journey again.
They do (like a shower of rain and hail) make the Traveller to stand a while under the Tree, who yet intends to hold on his journey again.
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4. Again, twixt Declamation and Declination. A sinner under misery may play the Oratour, and yet never prove the Penitentiary;
4. Again, betwixt Declamation and Declination. A sinner under misery may play the Orator, and yet never prove the Penitentiary;
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he may both indite and accuse the sin, which yet by no means he intends to condemn and execute. he may both indite and accuse the since, which yet by no means he intends to condemn and execute.
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It is one thing to confess, that my sins do now hold me in bonds of affliction,
It is one thing to confess, that my Sins do now hold me in bonds of affliction,
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and thereupon to profess a discharge of such inmates;
and thereupon to profess a discharge of such inmates;
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and it is another thing, really to repent and to forsake those sins, yea, the very those which a man more then suspects as patrons of his misery.
and it is Another thing, really to Repent and to forsake those Sins, yea, the very those which a man more then suspects as Patrons of his misery.
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So that straits may bring sin to sight, and the sinner to a stand, and to a confession,
So that straits may bring since to sighed, and the sinner to a stand, and to a Confessi,
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yet not always to repentance and to conversion; which is true,
yet not always to Repentance and to conversion; which is true,
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1. Of inward straits; those manacling and severe fetters of conscience, to which no distresses are comparable.
1. Of inward straits; those manacling and severe fetters of conscience, to which no Distresses Are comparable.
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The boylings of conscience may be but like the boylings of the Sea:
The boilings of conscience may be but like the boilings of the Sea:
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a person may have many guilts fretting there like a Leprosie, and gnawing there like death,
a person may have many guilts fretting there like a Leprosy, and gnawing there like death,
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and flaming there like hell it self, and yet not be brought off from sin.
and flaming there like hell it self, and yet not be brought off from since.
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As Judas, who betrayed his Master (O think of that sin!) and fell into quick horrours of conscience,
As Judas, who betrayed his Master (Oh think of that since!) and fell into quick horrors of conscience,
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and these cured him not, but he proceeded to despair, and then to selfmurther
and these cured him not, but he proceeded to despair, and then to Self-murder
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2. Of outward straits; which do never come without cause, but many times go off without remedy;
2. Of outward straits; which do never come without cause, but many times go off without remedy;
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they may in all the sorts of them say oft times, as they did of Babylon, We would have healed Babylon,
they may in all the sorts of them say oft times, as they did of Babylon, We would have healed Babylon,
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and she would not be healed. and she would not be healed.
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They find us evil, and they leave us worse, as we do our friends upon their dying-beds;
They find us evil, and they leave us Worse, as we do our Friends upon their dying-beds;
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Ye revolt more and more, why should ye be smitten any more? Isa. 1. 5. This is evident in Pharaoh, whose hardnings increased (like the iron) with the stroaks.You revolt more and more, why should you be smitten any more? Isaiah 1. 5. This is evident in Pharaoh, whose hardnings increased (like the iron) with the Strokes.
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Or like the Snake which, Salvian spake, did multiply by occision.
Or like the Snake which, Salvian spoke, did multiply by occision.
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It was no better with Saul and Ahab, nor with that King Ahaz, who is blackt and fingred out amongst all the Kings of Judah, because he sought not to the Lord in his distress,
It was no better with Saul and Ahab, nor with that King Ahaz, who is blacked and fingered out among all the Kings of Judah, Because he sought not to the Lord in his distress,
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but trespassed yet more against the Lord; This is that King Ahaz. but trespassed yet more against the Lord; This is that King Ahaz.
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2 Chron. 28. 22. Thus it was with the Israelites many a time, who felt the scourage,
2 Chronicles 28. 22. Thus it was with the Israelites many a time, who felt the scourage,
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but mended not their work, but with bleeding shoulders oft times went away to sin;
but mended not their work, but with bleeding shoulders oft times went away to since;
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and no sooner were the Assizes past, but they adventured the way to the prison again.
and no sooner were the Assizes past, but they adventured the Way to the prison again.
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If you now demand the Reasons why straits or miseries do not always bring men off from sins? I answer,
If you now demand the Reasons why straits or misery's do not always bring men off from Sins? I answer,
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1. Because, that onely true Grace is it which brings men off from sins.
1. Because, that only true Grace is it which brings men off from Sins.
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Afflictions may be considered two ways, either immediately and solitarily, so they are not forcible to bring any man o•f from his sinfull course;
Afflictions may be considered two ways, either immediately and solitarily, so they Are not forcible to bring any man o•f from his sinful course;
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no punishment whatsoever is an immediate Agent, and sufficient to turn a sinner.
no punishment whatsoever is an immediate Agent, and sufficient to turn a sinner.
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Mediately and concomitantly as they are sanctified, (i.) either as they light upon an heart sanctified,Mediately and concomitantly as they Are sanctified, (i.) either as they Light upon an heart sanctified,
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or as sanctifying Grace, with them, or by them is wrought in the soul, and so they may bring off the heart from sin;
or as sanctifying Grace, with them, or by them is wrought in the soul, and so they may bring off the heart from since;
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not the naked afflictions, but grace in the heart afflicted, turns the heart; for nothing turns the heart from sin, bu• that which is contrary unto sin:
not the naked afflictions, but grace in the heart afflicted, turns the heart; for nothing turns the heart from since, bu• that which is contrary unto since:
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now though miseries are contrary to the sinner, yet not to the sin; they are contrary to the sinners ease and way,
now though misery's Are contrary to the sinner, yet not to the since; they Are contrary to the Sinners ease and Way,
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but not to the affection and delight of sin, which may, and oft times doth live and remain even under extreme miseries.
but not to the affection and delight of since, which may, and oft times does live and remain even under extreme misery's.
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Now then, many men are in miseries by reason of sin, yet they turn not from sin,
Now then, many men Are in misery's by reason of since, yet they turn not from since,
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because they want true grace, by the strength of which alone men come off from sin,
Because they want true grace, by the strength of which alone men come off from since,
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for that it is which changeth the sinfull heart. You know that Physick ordinarily works as the body is, into which it is received;
for that it is which changes the sinful heart. You know that Physic ordinarily works as the body is, into which it is received;
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there must be some strength of nature to help it, else it will not work; the Philosophers rule being true, Quicquid recipitur, recipitur ad modum recipientis.
there must be Some strength of nature to help it, Else it will not work; the Philosophers Rule being true, Quicquid recipitur, recipitur ad modum recipientis.
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The heat which melts the wax, hardens the clay;
The heat which melts the wax, hardens the clay;
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and the juice which goes into the Rose makes it sweet, but that which goes into the Nettle makes it stink;
and the juice which Goes into the Rose makes it sweet, but that which Goes into the Nettle makes it stink;
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so it is with miseries, they work as he is on whom they fall;
so it is with misery's, they work as he is on whom they fallen;
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if true grace be not in the heart, what good use can an evil heart make of them?
if true grace be not in the heart, what good use can an evil heart make of them?
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2. Secondly, Because straits and miseries are sometimes meerly judicial, onely the strokes of revenging Justice.
2. Secondly, Because straits and misery's Are sometime merely judicial, only the Strokes of revenging justice.
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You know, that there is a great deal of difference 'twixt a whip which causeth smart,
You know, that there is a great deal of difference betwixt a whip which Causes smart,
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and a plaister which causeth healing:
and a plaster which Causes healing:
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All miseries which befall us are not healing plaisters, sometimes they are judicial lashes, they are not the wounds of a friend, but of an enemy.
All misery's which befall us Are not healing plasters, sometime they Are judicial Lashes, they Are not the wounds of a friend, but of an enemy.
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God is said in Job, to distribute sorrows in wrath, and then they are not remedial effects, but exitial;
God is said in Job, to distribute sorrows in wrath, and then they Are not remedial effects, but exitial;
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they come not then with their teaching and recovering assistance, but are the beginnings of a greater judgment yet to come.
they come not then with their teaching and recovering assistance, but Are the beginnings of a greater judgement yet to come.
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You know that God plagued Pharaoh in a judicial way, the miseries which befel him were as sharp,
You know that God plagued Pharaoh in a judicial Way, the misery's which befell him were as sharp,
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and great, and many, and came as thick as most that ever befel any man of whom we ever read;
and great, and many, and Come as thick as most that ever befell any man of whom we ever read;
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nevertheless they were so far from reclaiming of him from his sins, that still he hardned his heart, and exalted himself;
nevertheless they were so Far from reclaiming of him from his Sins, that still he hardened his heart, and exalted himself;
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If you should demand why it should be thus with him, that no, not quick,
If you should demand why it should be thus with him, that no, not quick,
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nor great, nor many plagues did him any good? I answer, One cause, amongst many, is this,
nor great, nor many plagues did him any good? I answer, One cause, among many, is this,
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Because they came onely in a judicial way;
Because they Come only in a judicial Way;
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they did not come out of the hand of a mercifull Father, but of a provoked and revenging Judge:
they did not come out of the hand of a merciful Father, but of a provoked and revenging Judge:
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If there be not grace in the heart to joyn with, and to improve the affliction,
If there be not grace in the heart to join with, and to improve the affliction,
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and if there be not mercy to send out and bless the affliction, it will then never do us good, it will not turn us from our Sins.
and if there be not mercy to send out and bless the affliction, it will then never do us good, it will not turn us from our Sins.
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3. Thirdly, The Heart of a Sinner may be above his miseries:
3. Thirdly, The Heart of a Sinner may be above his misery's:
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There is not such a power in miseries alone, as to over-rule the heart, or to mend it.
There is not such a power in misery's alone, as to overrule the heart, or to mend it.
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As it was with Gallio, when the Jews did beat Softhenes, and kept a stir, the Text saith, He cared not for any of those things: (i.) they made no prevailing impression on him,
As it was with Gallio, when the jews did beatrice Softness, and kept a stir, the Text Says, He cared not for any of those things: (i.) they made no prevailing impression on him,
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so as to divert his purpose:
so as to divert his purpose:
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In like manner may it be with the miseries which personally befal a man, his heart (notwithstanding) may not regard them,
In like manner may it be with the misery's which personally befall a man, his heart (notwithstanding) may not regard them,
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neither may he lay things to heart, they may be thrown off, in respect of any beneficial impression, as water from a rock;
neither may he lay things to heart, they may be thrown off, in respect of any beneficial impression, as water from a rock;
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as is evident in Pharaoh, and in the Jews, see Isa. 42. 25. He hath powred upon him the fury of his anger,
as is evident in Pharaoh, and in the jews, see Isaiah 42. 25. He hath poured upon him the fury of his anger,
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and the strength of battel, and it hath set him on fire round about, yet he knew it not;
and the strength of battle, and it hath Set him on fire round about, yet he knew it not;
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and it burned him, yet he laid it not to heart. and it burned him, yet he laid it not to heart.
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Here was anger, and fury of anger, and poured out, and so as to set him on fire,
Here was anger, and fury of anger, and poured out, and so as to Set him on fire,
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and to burn him, yet he laid it not to heart.
and to burn him, yet he laid it not to heart.
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If you should take dross and corrupt stuff, and put it into the fire, you shall never refine it, it is to no purpose, the founder in such a case would melt but in vain, Jer. 6. 29. so in this case:
If you should take dross and corrupt stuff, and put it into the fire, you shall never refine it, it is to no purpose, the founder in such a case would melt but in vain, Jer. 6. 29. so in this case:
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For the proper operation of all miseries is onely moral, and rather re•resentative then effective (i.) they can of themselves do nothing;
For the proper operation of all misery's is only moral, and rather re•resentative then effective (i.) they can of themselves do nothing;
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perhaps they may point a man to his sins, but his heart may effectually resist that evidence of sin by the rod of God,
perhaps they may point a man to his Sins, but his heart may effectually resist that evidence of since by the rod of God,
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as well as by the word of God.
as well as by the word of God.
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Look as it is with the Light of the Sun, though great and gentle, yet it never opened a blind mans eyes;
Look as it is with the Light of the Sun, though great and gentle, yet it never opened a blind men eyes;
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nor yet the Lightning, which runs swiftly in the time of Thunder: For that natural privation exceeds the strength of such Agents.
nor yet the Lightning, which runs swiftly in the time of Thunder: For that natural privation exceeds the strength of such Agents.
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So it is with a sinner, his heart may so cleave to sin, that neither the Light of the Sun, I mean the blessed Word of God,
So it is with a sinner, his heart may so cleave to since, that neither the Light of the Sun, I mean the blessed Word of God,
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nor yet the Lightnings and Thunders of afflictions may divorce him;
nor yet the Lightnings and Thunders of afflictions may divorce him;
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so great may the power of sinfull love be, that not the kindest mercies, nor the sharpest miseries (alone) shall ever be able to melt him, or turn him.
so great may the power of sinful love be, that not the Kindest Mercies, nor the Sharpest misery's (alone) shall ever be able to melt him, or turn him.
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The love of sin may increase even an incorrigible and desperate perversness in the Will;
The love of since may increase even an incorrigible and desperate perverseness in the Will;
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such perversness, that the afflicted sin•er (possibly) may be so far from leaving his sins, that therefore he will cleave to his sins the more,
such perverseness, that the afflicted sin•er (possibly) may be so Far from leaving his Sins, that Therefore he will cleave to his Sins the more,
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and in a proud despite will forsake God;
and in a proud despite will forsake God;
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as that prophane person, This evil is of the Lord, why should he wait for him any longer? 2 Kin. 6. 33.
as that profane person, This evil is of the Lord, why should he wait for him any longer? 2 Kin. 6. 33.
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4. Lastly, Miseries do not always bring men off from their sins, because Men hate holiness and a godly life, more then miseries: (i.) There is a greater contrariety twixt their sinfull natures and holiness, then twixt them and miseries;
4. Lastly, Misery's doe not always bring men off from their Sins, Because Men hate holiness and a godly life, more then misery's: (i.) There is a greater contrariety betwixt their sinful nature's and holiness, then betwixt them and misery's;
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it is confessed, that misery, in some respect, is contrary to nature, at least to the peace and ease of nature;
it is confessed, that misery, in Some respect, is contrary to nature, At least to the peace and ease of nature;
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yet misery is not so distastfully contrary to a wicked nature, as holiness and godliness.
yet misery is not so distastefully contrary to a wicked nature, as holiness and godliness.
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Sin can live and rule whiles the sinner is under misery, but it never can do so when he is under grace.
since can live and Rule while the sinner is under misery, but it never can do so when he is under grace.
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You know that a man never can turn from sin, but when he loves holiness;
You know that a man never can turn from since, but when he loves holiness;
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now holiness is that which many a sinfull heart, like Paul before his conversion, persecutes to the death. Why!
now holiness is that which many a sinful heart, like Paul before his conversion, persecutes to the death. Why!
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if some sinfull hearts will venure the loss of heaven, rather then they will be holy, will they not rather then endure the loss of friends and estate? &c. and if they will adventure the pains of hell rather then they will come off unto an holy life, will they not rather endure some temporal distresses? &c. and doth not this shew, that some had rather be passive in misery, then active in holiness?
if Some sinful hearts will venure the loss of heaven, rather then they will be holy, will they not rather then endure the loss of Friends and estate? etc. and if they will adventure the pains of hell rather then they will come off unto an holy life, will they not rather endure Some temporal Distresses? etc. and does not this show, that Some had rather be passive in misery, then active in holiness?
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Now I proceed to the usefull Applications of all this to our selves:
Now I proceed to the useful Applications of all this to our selves:
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Where 1. for Information. Do not straits and miseries always bring men off from their sins? then
Where 1. for Information. Do not straits and misery's always bring men off from their Sins? then
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1. An afflicted condition is no infallible testimony of a safe condition.
1. an afflicted condition is no infallible testimony of a safe condition.
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Some people are of an opinion, that if God doth punish them in this life, in crosses, losses, sicknesses, penuries, &c. they have all their portion of misery already, and undoubtedly shall besaved.
some people Are of an opinion, that if God does Punish them in this life, in Crosses, losses, Sicknesses, penuries, etc. they have all their portion of misery already, and undoubtedly shall besaved.
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To which I reply, 1. Though as the Israelites came at length to Canaan through the Red Sea, and through the wilderness;
To which I reply, 1. Though as the Israelites Come At length to Canaan through the Read Sea, and through the Wilderness;
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so a person may after many afflictions and miseries come to heaven:
so a person may After many afflictions and misery's come to heaven:
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Heaven can admit of a poor Lazarus, and of a distressed Job, and of a pursued David. 2. Yet it is not always so:
Heaven can admit of a poor Lazarus, and of a distressed Job, and of a pursued David. 2. Yet it is not always so:
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A person may be under many miseries, and notwithstanding them, he may never be happy: the meer presence of miseries is of common providence, and not a distinguishing priviledge;
A person may be under many misery's, and notwithstanding them, he may never be happy: the mere presence of misery's is of Common providence, and not a distinguishing privilege;
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by what is before us, whether outward good, or outward evil, we can know neither love nor hatred;
by what is before us, whither outward good, or outward evil, we can know neither love nor hatred;
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but as it is with the Ships at sea, whether of the Kings Loyal subjects,
but as it is with the Ships At sea, whither of the Kings Loyal subject's,
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or of hostile pirats, either of them are exposed to winds and storms, to leaks and rocks, and sands;
or of hostile pirates, either of them Are exposed to winds and storms, to leaks and Rocks, and sands;
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so is it with good men and bad men, each of them are exposed to outward calamities,
so is it with good men and bad men, each of them Are exposed to outward calamities,
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as each of them are capable of outward mercies;
as each of them Are capable of outward Mercies;
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there may be a change in their outward condition, when yet there is no change in their inward dispositions.
there may be a change in their outward condition, when yet there is no change in their inward dispositions.
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Job may hold fast his uprightness under all his miseries, and Pharaoh may retain his hardness under all his Judgments.Job may hold fast his uprightness under all his misery's, and Pharaoh may retain his hardness under all his Judgments.
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And where the sinful affection and practice is still retained, he shall not be free, because of his present miseries, but for ever rejected, because of his continued iniquity.
And where the sinful affection and practice is still retained, he shall not be free, Because of his present misery's, but for ever rejected, Because of his continued iniquity.
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2. That the Conjunction twixt Sin and the sinful soul is very strong: For as much as very great straits and miseries effect nothing many times.
2. That the Conjunction betwixt since and the sinful soul is very strong: For as much as very great straits and misery's Effect nothing many times.
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You see here, that though the Prodigal had spent all, and a famine, yea, a great famine arose over the Land in which he was,
You see Here, that though the Prodigal had spent all, and a famine, yea, a great famine arose over the Land in which he was,
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yet he is so far from returning and giving over his sinful course, that he does not so much as think of it or mind it:
yet he is so Far from returning and giving over his sinful course, that he does not so much as think of it or mind it:
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assuredly, the Covenant of affection is very firm, which cannot be untied with the fairest promises, nor with the severest indurances.
assuredly, the Covenant of affection is very firm, which cannot be untied with the Fairest promises, nor with the Severest endurances.
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When the Lord shall come to a sinner, meet him in his course and way,
When the Lord shall come to a sinner, meet him in his course and Way,
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and because of his contempts and rebellions, distrein his estate and goods, and then lay an Attachment of sickness on his body,
and Because of his contempts and rebellions, distrain his estate and goods, and then lay an Attachment of sickness on his body,
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and more then this, indite him for his life by the summons of death;
and more then this, indite him for his life by the summons of death;
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And yet neither the loss of all the Mercies which once he had, nor the presence of all the Evils which now he feels;
And yet neither the loss of all the mercies which once he had, nor the presence of all the Evils which now he feels;
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neither the poverty of his Table, nor the rags on his Back, nor shivering in his Bones,
neither the poverty of his Table, nor the rags on his Back, nor shivering in his Bones,
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nor anguish in his Conscience, no, nor appearance of Death, nor yet the ro•r•sentations of Hell, do turn him from his sinful affections and courses;
nor anguish in his Conscience, no, nor appearance of Death, nor yet the ro•r•sentations of Hell, do turn him from his sinful affections and courses;
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judge, whether the tree be not tough, which no Wedge can cleave; and the disease be not deep, which no Potion can remove;
judge, whither the tree be not tough, which no Wedge can cleave; and the disease be not deep, which no Potion can remove;
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and sin doth not sit close and strong to the heart, which no not extreme miseries can occasionally and effectually discharge and quit.
and since does not fit close and strong to the heart, which no not extreme misery's can occasionally and effectually discharge and quit.
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There are no penalties so grievously and unspeakably afflicting and miserable as those in Hell, which cause weeping and gnashing of teeth;
There Are no penalties so grievously and unspeakably afflicting and miserable as those in Hell, which cause weeping and gnashing of teeth;
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and yet these, though highest for intention, and endless for duration, never are able to turn the sinning soul:
and yet these, though highest for intention, and endless for duration, never Are able to turn the sinning soul:
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so madly and excessively is the person enthralled, that the greatest Calamities effectually avail not to bring him off from the least course of Iniquities.
so madly and excessively is the person enthralled, that the greatest Calamities effectually avail not to bring him off from the least course of Iniquities.
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3. Not to wonder if some men make ordinary Revolts after ordinary miseries:
3. Not to wonder if Some men make ordinary Revolts After ordinary misery's:
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Some persons may (like some stones which yield a sweat in change of weather) somewhat reflect on themselves,
some Persons may (like Some stones which yield a sweat in change of weather) somewhat reflect on themselves,
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and relent, and confess, and profess what they will be and do if God will take off his heavy hand.
and relent, and confess, and profess what they will be and do if God will take off his heavy hand.
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And may I not appeal to many of you this day, whose hearts have been visited with the plague, that thus then it was with you, &c. Yet when the plague is off,
And may I not appeal to many of you this day, whose hearts have been visited with the plague, that thus then it was with you, etc. Yet when the plague is off,
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and the smart and fear gone, the bitterness of death is past, that health succeeds the sickness,
and the smart and Fear gone, the bitterness of death is past, that health succeeds the sickness,
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and plenty succeeds the want, and strength succeeds the weakness, good Lord!
and plenty succeeds the want, and strength succeeds the weakness, good Lord!
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what are they? how live they? what do they? what mind they? what affect they? what work they? Do they leave their sins? ah,
what Are they? how live they? what do they? what mind they? what affect they? what work they? Do they leave their Sins? ah,
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as the Pharisees made their proselites twice as much more the children of the Devil then before,
as the Pharisees made their Proselytes twice as much more the children of the devil then before,
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so these men become more vile, more profane, more careless, more rebellious against the truth of God, more earthly, sensual then ever.
so these men become more vile, more profane, more careless, more rebellious against the truth of God, more earthly, sensual then ever.
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Brethren, if as Solomon spake in another case, When thou seest a violent perverting of judgment and justice in a Province, marvel not at the matter:
Brothers, if as Solomon spoke in Another case, When thou See a violent perverting of judgement and Justice in a Province, marvel not At the matter:
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So if thou seest a man to pervert the judgments of the Lord, to pervert his afflicting hand, to go on in his sins after he is punished for his sins;
So if thou See a man to pervert the Judgments of the Lord, to pervert his afflicting hand, to go on in his Sins After he is punished for his Sins;
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I say, in this case do not much marvel at the matter, for miseries alone cannot make any saving impression, or sanctified alterations.
I say, in this case do not much marvel At the matter, for misery's alone cannot make any Saving impression, or sanctified alterations.
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If men may hold fast their sins even under their miseries (as a Thief may steal under the Gallows) what marvel then if they go on in their sins after their miseries? And what cause have we to think, that any pious semblances and pretences should hold long, which did owe themselves to such temporary causes,
If men may hold fast their Sins even under their misery's (as a Thief may steal under the Gallows) what marvel then if they go on in their Sins After their misery's? And what cause have we to think, that any pious semblances and pretences should hold long, which did owe themselves to such temporary Causes,
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as were never able to alter the sinners heart, though they were in some degree able to stop the sinning person?
as were never able to altar the Sinners heart, though they were in Some degree able to stop the sinning person?
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But I proceed to a second Use, which shall be a little to reflect on our own hearts and wayes,
But I proceed to a second Use, which shall be a little to reflect on our own hearts and ways,
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and to enquire how it is with us, notwithstanding the miseries and straits that are upon us,
and to inquire how it is with us, notwithstanding the misery's and straits that Are upon us,
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as Solomon spake concerning sin, Who can say, My heart is clean? that I may speak this day concerning punishment of sin, Who can say, I have been free? As it was in Egypt, upon the departure of the Israelites,
as Solomon spoke Concerning since, Who can say, My heart is clean? that I may speak this day Concerning punishment of since, Who can say, I have been free? As it was in Egypt, upon the departure of the Israelites,
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so it hath been of late with most of us, there is scarce an house of us where at least one hath not been dead.
so it hath been of late with most of us, there is scarce an house of us where At least one hath not been dead.
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I may confidently affirm, That either death in opposition to Life, or death in opposition to Livelihood, to some one kind or degree of outward comfort, hath within this year befallen most of us that are now here this day.
I may confidently affirm, That either death in opposition to Life, or death in opposition to Livelihood, to Some one kind or degree of outward Comfort, hath within this year befallen most of us that Are now Here this day.
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Nevertheless, I pray you tell me, Can you shew your repentance yet, as you can relate your straits and miseries still? Have not we, the Ministers of God, faithfully and plainly told you of your sins? have not your miseries and straits been clear Glasses to represent your sins? have not your Consciences delivered up your sins,
Nevertheless, I pray you tell me, Can you show your Repentance yet, as you can relate your straits and misery's still? Have not we, the Ministers of God, faithfully and plainly told you of your Sins? have not your misery's and straits been clear Glasses to represent your Sins? have not your Consciences Delivered up your Sins,
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and said as Jonah, I know that for my sake (so they for our sake) this great Tempest is upon you, Jon. 1. 12. Were you not in great fears, in great griefs and troubles of mind? need I say, in great Protestations and Purposes? But now I demand of you, Have your great straits brought you off from your great sins? did they not find thee in a sinful way,
and said as Jonah, I know that for my sake (so they for our sake) this great Tempest is upon you, Jon. 1. 12. Were you not in great fears, in great griefs and Troubles of mind? need I say, in great Protestations and Purposes? But now I demand of you, Have your great straits brought you off from your great Sins? did they not find thee in a sinful Way,
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and do they not now leave thee walking in that path? Ah! and must the Lord say of you, They refuse to receive instruction? they turn not to him that smites,
and do they not now leave thee walking in that path? Ah! and must the Lord say of you, They refuse to receive instruction? they turn not to him that smites,
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yet have they not returned to me; they will know no shame; they are reprobate silver;
yet have they not returned to me; they will know no shame; they Are Reprobate silver;
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they are not refined nor purged; their scum is not departed; wherefore should they be smitten any more? they revolt more and more. they Are not refined nor purged; their scum is not departed; Wherefore should they be smitten any more? they revolt more and more.
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Well, if it be thus with thee, yet remember, 1. That this continuance in sin (notwithstanding our miseries) may give us just suspicion to sear that our Corrections come not from mercy, because they go off with impenitency.
Well, if it be thus with thee, yet Remember, 1. That this Continuance in since (notwithstanding our misery's) may give us just suspicion to sear that our Corrections come not from mercy, Because they go off with impenitency.
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You need not ascend into heaven, to pry whether your chastisements come out of the land of Indulgence or of Vengeance:
You need not ascend into heaven, to pry whither your chastisements come out of the land of Indulgence or of Vengeance:
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when they come from a merciful hand, they are assisted ••th some recovering and curing blessing.
when they come from a merciful hand, they Are assisted ••th Some recovering and curing blessing.
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The Prophet saith, That the Lord did not smite his people as he smote others: and in two respects he manifests the difference;
The Prophet Says, That the Lord did not smite his people as he smote Others: and in two respects he manifests the difference;
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one of Proportion, He did debate with them in measure, ver. 8. Another of Operation, v. 9. By this shall the iniquities of Jacob be purged; and this is all the fruit to take awy his sins.
one of Proportion, He did debate with them in measure, ver. 8. another of Operation, v. 9. By this shall the iniquities of Jacob be purged; and this is all the fruit to take awy his Sins.
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God never strikes in mercy, but he in some measure betters the sinner.
God never strikes in mercy, but he in Some measure betters the sinner.
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Look as every outward good, if it comes in mercy, it proves a step unto more holiness;
Look as every outward good, if it comes in mercy, it Proves a step unto more holiness;
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so every outward misery, if it come in mercy, it proves a stop, nay an abatement of more sinfulness. 2. We may justly fear that our hearts are hardned;
so every outward misery, if it come in mercy, it Proves a stop, nay an abatement of more sinfulness. 2. We may justly Fear that our hearts Are hardened;
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for the soft heart will tremble with Josiah, at a correction in a threatning, and much more will it melt and amend when it is in execution,
for the soft heart will tremble with Josiah, At a correction in a threatening, and much more will it melt and amend when it is in execution,
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as he in Job 34. 31. I have born chastisement, I will not offend any more.
as he in Job 34. 31. I have born chastisement, I will not offend any more.
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But when the heart can feel wrath, as well as hear of it;
But when the heart can feel wrath, as well as hear of it;
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and receive the stroaks with stoutness, and strike God by sinning, when God strikes it by punishing;
and receive the Strokes with stoutness, and strike God by sinning, when God strikes it by punishing;
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is it not hardned, unsensible, I had almost said, desperace? And is an hardned condition, a good or safe condition? 3. Do we not treble our accounts unto God by not coming off from sins which have brought on our miseries? Now we must answer 1. For the sins which brought down our corrections: 2. For the continuing in those sins still. 3. For doing this, being corrected thus for our sins;
is it not hardened, unsensible, I had almost said, desperace? And is an hardened condition, a good or safe condition? 3. Do we not triple our accounts unto God by not coming off from Sins which have brought on our misery's? Now we must answer 1. For the Sins which brought down our corrections: 2. For the Continuing in those Sins still. 3. For doing this, being corrected thus for our Sins;
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not onely thy sins, but Gods punishments (being thus abused) come into the account, the Vineyard was reckoned with for the pruning, as well as the withering. 4. And lastly, What can we look for from God,
not only thy Sins, but God's punishments (being thus abused) come into the account, the Vineyard was reckoned with for the pruning, as well as the withering. 4. And lastly, What can we look for from God,
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when former miseries bring us not off from former sins? Christ said, Sin no more, least a worse thing befall thee; when former misery's bring us not off from former Sins? christ said, since no more, lest a Worse thing befall thee;
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and will not a worse judgment then attend us for worse sinnings? It is with divine punishments,
and will not a Worse judgement then attend us for Worse sinnings? It is with divine punishments,
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as with the messengers of a displeased King, who in his name summons us to yield and become loial;
as with the messengers of a displeased King, who in his name summons us to yield and become loyal;
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and if you despise a few messengers, they indeed may return, but then more and greater are sent, perhaps not to parley, but to destroy:
and if you despise a few messengers, they indeed may return, but then more and greater Are sent, perhaps not to parley, but to destroy:
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If one punishment brings not off from sin, it doth onely go back to fetch a greater;
If one punishment brings not off from since, it does only go back to fetch a greater;
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and thou canst not tell but that the next messenger may be death itself, and then somthing worse then dearh.
and thou Canst not tell but that the next Messenger may be death itself, and then something Worse then dearh.
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The last use which I will observe from this point, is, since miseries do not alwaies bring men off from sins,
The last use which I will observe from this point, is, since misery's do not always bring men off from Sins,
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therefore to apply our selves to such waies, and to get those things under our miseries, which may bring us off from our sins.
Therefore to apply our selves to such ways, and to get those things under our misery's, which may bring us off from our Sins.
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In the general, two things are available hereto: 1. A sanctified heart; until the heart be sanctified, can it possibly break off from sin? 2. A sanctified use; you must not be sensless,
In the general, two things Are available hereto: 1. A sanctified heart; until the heart be sanctified, can it possibly break off from since? 2. A sanctified use; you must not be senseless,
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nor yet impatient, but under every hand of God seek for direction and blessing from God:
nor yet impatient, but under every hand of God seek for direction and blessing from God:
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Secondly, in particular, I conjecture these things mainly conduce: 1. Repentance, which you know takes into it these branches: 1. Serious consideration of the present condition,
Secondly, in particular, I conjecture these things mainly conduce: 1. Repentance, which you know Takes into it these branches: 1. Serious consideration of the present condition,
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and of the end of present afflictions.
and of the end of present afflictions.
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2. Solid humiliation. 3. Earnest praier. 4. Effectual reformation 2. Love of God, and more intire communion and delight in him, and with him.
2. Solid humiliation. 3. Earnest prayer. 4. Effectual Reformation 2. Love of God, and more entire communion and delight in him, and with him.
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Afflictions will drive you off from God, unless you love him.
Afflictions will drive you off from God, unless you love him.
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Even a small stroke is enough to mend and bring in a loving child. 3. Faith to believe our pardon and acceptance.
Even a small stroke is enough to mend and bring in a loving child. 3. Faith to believe our pardon and acceptance.
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Nothing more avails with the soul to leave the course of sin, then when it can be assured if it comes back to God it shall receive the pardon of sin.
Nothing more avails with the soul to leave the course of since, then when it can be assured if it comes back to God it shall receive the pardon of since.
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Therefore God generally propounds to his afflicted people, an hope of mercy, as the great motive to bring them home from sin to himself by true repentance, Joel, 2, &c. All which are wrought by the Spirit of God in the use of the Word,
Therefore God generally propounds to his afflicted people, an hope of mercy, as the great motive to bring them home from since to himself by true Repentance, Joel, 2, etc. All which Are wrought by the Spirit of God in the use of the Word,
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and shall be given unto us, if under our miseries and straits we do earnestly crie and pray unto the Lord.
and shall be given unto us, if under our misery's and straits we do earnestly cry and pray unto the Lord.
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And he sent him into his fields to feed Swine ] You have heard of the Prodigals design under his misery to relieve himself;And he sent him into his fields to feed Swine ] You have herd of the Prodigals Design under his misery to relieve himself;
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he did not return to his father, but joined himself to a citizen of a far country.
he did not return to his father, but joined himself to a citizen of a Far country.
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Now yee are to hear of the success of this design, how much it mended his poor and famished condition, viz. nothing at all;
Now ye Are to hear of the success of this Design, how much it mended his poor and famished condition, viz. nothing At all;
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and that will appear in two particulars: One in the basestness of his service. That citizen sent him into his fields to feed swine.
and that will appear in two particulars: One in the basestness of his service. That citizen sent him into his fields to feed Swine.
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Of all creatures the most nasty and filthy, these must he serve, and none but these:
Of all creatures the most nasty and filthy, these must he serve, and none but these:
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his whole service was to be base, and therefore he is sent into the fields to perform it;
his Whole service was to be base, and Therefore he is sent into the fields to perform it;
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any houshold-service and homeservice (though mean) had been tolerable. Another, in the nothingness of his reward or wages;
any houshold-service and homeservice (though mean) had been tolerable. another, in the nothingness of his reward or wages;
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he did the basest service, and without the least husk of paiment:
he did the Basest service, and without the least husk of payment:
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for it follows in vers. 16. That he fain would have filled his belly with the husks that the swine did eat,
for it follows in vers. 16. That he fain would have filled his belly with the husks that the Swine did eat,
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and no man gave unto him. and no man gave unto him.
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If he had had any thing afforded, either to have nourished, or to have procured nourishment,
If he had had any thing afforded, either to have nourished, or to have procured nourishment,
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though it had been but mean, nay the meanest; but to have nothing at all, for the fordidest service of all;
though it had been but mean, nay the Meanest; but to have nothing At all, for the fordidest service of all;
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yet this was the fruit of his sinful design, that he was set upon a most base work,
yet this was the fruit of his sinful Design, that he was Set upon a most base work,
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and without any profit or relief at all;
and without any profit or relief At all;
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whence I conjecture we may ohserve this second conclusion, That the further men go on in sin, the worse work they shall find it to prove.
whence I conjecture we may ohserve this second conclusion, That the further men go on in since, the Worse work they shall find it to prove.
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You see it a manifest truth here in the Prodigal, his sin drew down his penury;
You see it a manifest truth Here in the Prodigal, his since drew down his penury;
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notwithstanding this, he proceeds to his sins, and now he is sent to the Swine, &c. For the better opening of this Assertion, premise with me some few particulars.
notwithstanding this, he proceeds to his Sins, and now he is sent to the Swine, etc. For the better opening of this Assertion, premise with me Some few particulars.
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1. A supposition, viz. That wicked men do use to go on in sin.
1. A supposition, viz. That wicked men do use to go on in since.
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They are said in Scripture to proceed from evil to worse, and to add drunkenness to thirst, and to fill up the measure of iniquity, and to know no shame, and to revolt more and more, and to grow Worse and worse, 2 Tim. 3. 13. therefore is sin in them compared to a Canker, which frets from place to place,
They Are said in Scripture to proceed from evil to Worse, and to add Drunkenness to thirst, and to fill up the measure of iniquity, and to know no shame, and to revolt more and more, and to grow Worse and Worse, 2 Tim. 3. 13. Therefore is since in them compared to a Canker, which frets from place to place,
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or eats up from part to part;
or eats up from part to part;
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and to a fretting Leprosie, which diffuseth it self from a lesser to a larger compass;
and to a fretting Leprosy, which diffuseth it self from a lesser to a larger compass;
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and to a Plague, which by degrees seizeth on all the spirits; and to Leaven, which spreads over all the lump.
and to a Plague, which by Degrees seizes on all the spirits; and to Leaven, which spreads over all the lump.
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And this is verified of them every way, whether they live in ease, or live in misery;
And this is verified of them every Way, whither they live in ease, or live in misery;
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prosperity and ease do but flesh them the more, adversi•y and punishments do not turn them at all;
Prosperity and ease do but Flesh them the more, adversi•y and punishments do not turn them At all;
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smiles or frowns, word or rod, mercy or misery, neither of them do alter, but after both they yet put forth, they will lanch further:
smiles or frowns, word or rod, mercy or misery, neither of them do altar, but After both they yet put forth, they will launch further:
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As he in the Proverbs concerning his Wine, When I shall awake, I will seek it yet again, that may be said of evil men;
As he in the Proverbs Concerning his Wine, When I shall awake, I will seek it yet again, that may be said of evil men;
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though they have felt many a smart blow from God for the•r sinnings already, yet they will look back to this trade again, they will still deal unjustly:
though they have felt many a smart blow from God for the•r sinnings already, yet they will look back to this trade again, they will still deal unjustly:
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What David spake in another case, they will fully act in this of Sin, I will be yet more vile.
What David spoke in Another case, they will Fully act in this of since, I will be yet more vile.
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2. A Posi•ion, which is this, Though after punishment they will be progressive in sin, yet they shall never be successfull in sin:
2. A Posi•ion, which is this, Though After punishment they will be progressive in since, yet they shall never be successful in since:
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They may renew their work, but they shall never amend their wages; they may set up again, but they shall break again; They may renew their work, but they shall never amend their wages; they may Set up again, but they shall break again;
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if they, after so great a shaking, will build upon the same foundation, they shall find their future labours to end in the same ruine: Nay, that's not all;
if they, After so great a shaking, will built upon the same Foundation, they shall find their future labours to end in the same ruin: Nay, that's not all;
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but as Joshuah 's curse upon the man who should again build the City Jericho, was, that He should lay the foundation thereof in his first-born,
but as Joshua is curse upon the man who should again built the city Jericho, was, that He should lay the Foundation thereof in his firstborn,
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and in his youngest son he set up the gates of it, Jos. 6. 26. So will it prove to the person whose sins God did strive to demolish,and in his youngest son he Set up the gates of it, Jos. 6. 26. So will it prove to the person whose Sins God did strive to demolish,
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and overthrow by former punishments, if he again will presume to set up the gates of them, recover them to their strength by future love, and further progress;
and overthrow by former punishments, if he again will presume to Set up the gates of them, recover them to their strength by future love, and further progress;
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he shall be so far from being hereby more successfull, that his condition doth become more fearfull;
he shall be so Far from being hereby more successful, that his condition does become more fearful;
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he doth lay his foundation again in the ruine of his soul, and shall build up the gates with a greater curse from God.
he does lay his Foundation again in the ruin of his soul, and shall built up the gates with a greater curse from God.
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Therefore you read of such who are entangled again, That their latter end is worse then their beginning.
Therefore you read of such who Are entangled again, That their latter end is Worse then their beginning.
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2 Pet. 2. 20. Men are entangled again, when (either by the vigour of conscience,
2 Pet. 2. 20. Men Are entangled again, when (either by the vigour of conscience,
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or sharpness of affliction, &c.) they have made a pause or stop; but, like the restrained River, which climbs over the Dam, so they get over these,
or sharpness of affliction, etc.) they have made a pause or stop; but, like the restrained River, which climbs over the Dam, so they get over these,
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unto their course of sinning again:
unto their course of sinning again:
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Now saith the Apostle, these men shall never better their estates, nay, they make them the worse;
Now Says the Apostle, these men shall never better their estates, nay, they make them the Worse;
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the latter end of them, or with them, is worse then the beginning.
the latter end of them, or with them, is Worse then the beginning.
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Thirdly, know, That by progress in sin, after punishment, the estate is worse, Formally, Judicially, Eventually.
Thirdly, know, That by progress in since, After punishment, the estate is Worse, Formally, Judicially, Eventually.
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1. Formally worse: For, if sin be it which makes the estate bad, then more sinning must needs be that which makes the estate worse;
1. Formally Worse: For, if since be it which makes the estate bad, then more sinning must needs be that which makes the estate Worse;
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as on the contrary, the additionals and incrementals of Grace, (i.) when a man doth add one degree of grace to another,
as on the contrary, the additionals and incrementals of Grace, (i.) when a man does add one degree of grace to Another,
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and riseth in a better, and a stronger, and fuller acting of grace, hereby the moral perfection of his soul is much more bettered and perfected;
and Riseth in a better, and a Stronger, and fuller acting of grace, hereby the moral perfection of his soul is much more bettered and perfected;
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so when the habits of sin admit of more love of sin, more exercise of sin, that a man doth go on from one sin to another, by way of addition,
so when the habits of since admit of more love of since, more exercise of since, that a man does go on from one since to Another, by Way of addition,
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or in the frequent practise of the same sins, by way of iteration, he cannot but make his sinfull nature much more sinfull, more filthy, and more vile;
or in the frequent practice of the same Sins, by Way of iteration, he cannot but make his sinful nature much more sinful, more filthy, and more vile;
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as, when a man doth twine one thread upon another, or one cord upon another, he adds a greater strength unto it;
as, when a man does twine one thread upon Another, or one cord upon Another, he adds a greater strength unto it;
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so, when a man shall rowl and file one sin upon another, &c. by further progress in sin, the very pollutions are more spread,
so, when a man shall roll and file one since upon Another, etc. by further progress in since, the very pollutions Are more spread,
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and more established, and more enlarged, by it a man is always more under the pollution of sin,
and more established, and more enlarged, by it a man is always more under the pollution of since,
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and more under the dominion of sin, as the Proselytes were made ten times more the children of the Devil.
and more under the dominion of since, as the Proselytes were made ten times more the children of the devil.
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2. Judicially worse; which appears in two particulars, viz. 1. In a Dereliction on Gods part; he doth more sadly leave such a soul, give it up to its own lusts,
2. Judicially Worse; which appears in two particulars, viz. 1. In a Dereliction on God's part; he does more sadly leave such a soul, give it up to its own Lustiest,
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and its own vile affections, and unto Satan, to rule mightily and efficaciously in such a child of disobedience, who loves to adventure in a known way of curse and misery,
and its own vile affections, and unto Satan, to Rule mightily and efficaciously in such a child of disobedience, who loves to adventure in a known Way of curse and misery,
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so that the Lord may withdraw himself, and desert that progressively sinning soul, and not aid and assist it in case of most horrible lusts,
so that the Lord may withdraw himself, and desert that progressively sinning soul, and not aid and assist it in case of most horrible Lustiest,
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or of most hideous temptations. 2. In Condemnation on Consciences part: For the progress in sinnings,
or of most hideous temptations. 2. In Condemnation on Consciences part: For the progress in sinnings,
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as at any time, so after the time of punishment for sin, will make and raise a louder cry,
as At any time, so After the time of punishment for since, will make and raise a Louder cry,
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and a fiercer sentence from the conscience.
and a fierce sentence from the conscience.
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A man who will not repent for the lashes on his back, shall by his continuance in sin, quickly feel the lashes of Scorpions in his soul;
A man who will not Repent for the Lashes on his back, shall by his Continuance in since, quickly feel the Lashes of Scorpions in his soul;
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as more guilt doth arise from sinfull practices, so more horrour doth ensue upon more guilt;
as more guilt does arise from sinful practices, so more horror does ensue upon more guilt;
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more guilt is but like a great storm at Sea, or like a great raging of a disease.
more guilt is but like a great storm At Sea, or like a great raging of a disease.
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3. Eventually worse: My meaning is, that by his continued sinnings, he shall not onely continue,
3. Eventually Worse: My meaning is, that by his continued sinnings, he shall not only continue,
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but much more enlarge his outward miseries, and straits, and punishments. I will punish you yet seven times more.
but much more enlarge his outward misery's, and straits, and punishments. I will Punish you yet seven times more.
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Levit. 26. Pharaoh still hardned his heart, but God still followed him with sorer Judgments, destruction of his fields,
Levit. 26. Pharaoh still hardened his heart, but God still followed him with Sorer Judgments, destruction of his fields,
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and then of his cattel, and then of his children, and at length of his own life.
and then of his cattle, and then of his children, and At length of his own life.
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As it is with a Bird in a Net, the more she flutters and stirs, the more is she hamper'd and involved;
As it is with a Bird in a Net, the more she flutters and stirs, the more is she hampered and involved;
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so it is with the sinner, the more he stirs on in a sinfull way, the more doth he enwrap,
so it is with the sinner, the more he stirs on in a sinful Way, the more does he enwrap,
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and intrap too, himself with greater mischief.
and entrap too, himself with greater mischief.
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The Israelites did begin to murmur against God, and God then as it were did privately correct and chastize them;
The Israelites did begin to murmur against God, and God then as it were did privately correct and chastise them;
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afterwards they did revolt from God, and then he did let loose some of the Canaanites and Midianites upon them, who did greatly distress them;
afterwards they did revolt from God, and then he did let lose Some of the Canaanites and midianites upon them, who did greatly distress them;
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at length they grew common in Idolatry, and very audacious in their Rebellions against God,
At length they grew Common in Idolatry, and very audacious in their Rebellions against God,
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and then they were carried away captive by the Babylonian Armies: So that if you read the History of them, you shall evidently discern, that every further sinning of theirs, was nothing else but a further engaging of themselves unto greater calamities,
and then they were carried away captive by the Babylonian Armies: So that if you read the History of them, you shall evidently discern, that every further sinning of theirs, was nothing Else but a further engaging of themselves unto greater calamities,
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and as it were an adding to more cords wherewith they were more held and beaten.
and as it were an adding to more cords wherewith they were more held and beaten.
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If you now demand the Reasons, or causes, why that the further men go on in their sinning after punishment, the worse work they shall find it to prove:
If you now demand the Reasons, or Causes, why that the further men go on in their sinning After punishment, the Worse work they shall find it to prove:
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I answer, the Reasons thereof may be these. 1. Sin is a most barren and unprosperous thing.
I answer, the Reasons thereof may be these. 1. since is a most barren and unprosperous thing.
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Who hath hardned himself against God, and prospered? said Job 9. 4. his meaning is this, that sinning is no prosperous and thriving way. Who hath hardened himself against God, and prospered? said Job 9. 4. his meaning is this, that sinning is no prosperous and thriving Way.
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It cannot be, that a man should go on in sin, and yet meet with prosperity and good success;
It cannot be, that a man should go on in since, and yet meet with Prosperity and good success;
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and therefore Solomon saith expresly, He that hardneth his heart, shall fall into mischief.
and Therefore Solomon Says expressly, He that Hardeneth his heart, shall fallen into mischief.
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Pro. 28. 14. So that sinning is not onely not prosperous, but it is also mischievous;
Pro 28. 14. So that sinning is not only not prosperous, but it is also mischievous;
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it will do a man a mischief somtime or other. Can a man gather grapes of thistles? said our Saviour: It cannot be;
it will do a man a mischief sometime or other. Can a man gather grapes of thistles? said our Saviour: It cannot be;
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for thistles produce blossomes according to their kind, of a filthy and sharp quality:
for thistles produce blossoms according to their kind, of a filthy and sharp quality:
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But as for Grapes, which are of a sweet and refreshing and delighting nature and virtue, they come not from such a root as a Thistle.
But as for Grapes, which Are of a sweet and refreshing and delighting nature and virtue, they come not from such a root as a Thistle.
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Comfort, and blessing, and peace, and prosperity, and good success, these cannot grow from a sinfull course;
Comfort, and blessing, and peace, and Prosperity, and good success, these cannot grow from a sinful course;
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the land of sin is always a land of famine and barrenness, and watered onely with clouds of wrath,
the land of since is always a land of famine and Barrenness, and watered only with Clouds of wrath,
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and set with thorns of vengeance, a land wherein a person must not look to see good.
and Set with thorns of vengeance, a land wherein a person must not look to see good.
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So that what the Lord said of Coniah, Write that man childless, the same may be affirmed of every sinfull way;
So that what the Lord said of Coniah, Write that man childless, the same may be affirmed of every sinful Way;
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It is a barren, an accursed, an unprofitable, an unsuccessfull way:
It is a barren, an accursed, an unprofitable, an unsuccessful Way:
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No way to better, but the onely way to increase wrath and punishment to the sinner.
No Way to better, but the only Way to increase wrath and punishment to the sinner.
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2. Nay, sin is not onely a barren thing, unable to produce any good or blessing,
2. Nay, since is not only a barren thing, unable to produce any good or blessing,
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but sin is also a very wicked thing, and provoking. The sinnings of men, are the provocations of God to wrath and punishment,
but since is also a very wicked thing, and provoking. The sinnings of men, Are the provocations of God to wrath and punishment,
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and the more sinnings, are still the greater provocations.
and the more sinnings, Are still the greater provocations.
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How long (saith God to Moses of the Israelites) Will they provoke me? Look as the froward and perverse walking of a child provokes the parent (i.) stirs up his displeasure and anger:How long (Says God to Moses of the Israelites) Will they provoke me? Look as the froward and perverse walking of a child provokes the parent (i.) stirs up his displeasure and anger:
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So the sinnings of men, they do provoke the Lord by them unto jealousie and wrath,
So the sinnings of men, they do provoke the Lord by them unto jealousy and wrath,
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and stir up his displeasure against them;
and stir up his displeasure against them;
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therefore it cannot be, but that if men go on further in sinning, they should find a worse thing of it;
Therefore it cannot be, but that if men go on further in sinning, they should find a Worse thing of it;
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for every sinning is but as it were a further kindling of the fire, and a new incensing and provoking of the Lord;
for every sinning is but as it were a further kindling of the fire, and a new incensing and provoking of the Lord;
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and the more that the Lord is provoked against a sinner, the more misery and punishment is the sinner like to feel from God.
and the more that the Lord is provoked against a sinner, the more misery and punishment is the sinner like to feel from God.
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3. No punishment which any sinner hath already felt, is a discharge, but onely a part of greater punishment yet due unto him.
3. No punishment which any sinner hath already felt, is a discharge, but only a part of greater punishment yet due unto him.
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As the first-fruits were a pledge of the crop.
As the Firstfruits were a pledge of the crop.
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We may not think, that because God doth for precedent sinnings afflict and judge the sinner in some particular kind,
We may not think, that Because God does for precedent sinnings afflict and judge the sinner in Some particular kind,
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therefore he is now secured and discharged for the time to come, as if God did not intend to reckon wi•h him for after sinnings:
Therefore he is now secured and discharged for the time to come, as if God did not intend to reckon wi•h him for After sinnings:
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But this we must know, viz. 1. That infinite and full wrath is the due debt of the transgressing soul;
But this we must know, viz. 1. That infinite and full wrath is the due debt of the transgressing soul;
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not one or two punishments, but all the testimonies and degrees of wrath. 2. That particular demonstrations of Gods wrath, are no acquittances,
not one or two punishments, but all the testimonies and Degrees of wrath. 2. That particular demonstrations of God's wrath, Are no acquittances,
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but rather certificates of a fuller wrath yet behind.
but rather certificates of a fuller wrath yet behind.
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If ye yet shall walk contrary unto me (saith God to the Israelites, Lev. 26. 21.) I will punish you seven times more for your sins. q. d.If you yet shall walk contrary unto me (Says God to the Israelites, Lev. 26. 21.) I will Punish you seven times more for your Sins. q. worser.
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If ye will go on in sinning, I will surely rise higher in punishing, I have greater punishments yet behind;
If you will go on in sinning, I will surely rise higher in punishing, I have greater punishments yet behind;
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so that if you consider that debt unto sin, which is the full latitude of punishment, it must be, that if the sinner goes on in sin, he shall not thrive, but still become more miserable.
so that if you Consider that debt unto since, which is the full latitude of punishment, it must be, that if the sinner Goes on in since, he shall not thrive, but still become more miserable.
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4. Nay, do but consider the Nature of divine Justice, and this will clear it to be so.
4. Nay, do but Consider the Nature of divine justice, and this will clear it to be so.
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Divine Justice appears in two things, one in an Homogeneous Retribution, if I may so phrase it, according to the quality of actions and persons.
Divine justice appears in two things, one in an Homogeneous Retribution, if I may so phrase it, according to the quality of actions and Persons.
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If thou dost well, shalt thou not be accepted? and if thou dost ill,
If thou dost well, shalt thou not be accepted? and if thou dost ill,
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sin lyeth at the door, said God to Cain; there is an acceptance upon well doing, and vengeance for evil doing.since lies At the door, said God to Cain; there is an acceptance upon well doing, and vengeance for evil doing.
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The just God will recompence every man according to the quality of his work;
The just God will recompense every man according to the quality of his work;
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so that in this regard the sinning person, who doth not change his sinful work, must look for no other pay from God at any time,
so that in this regard the sinning person, who does not change his sinful work, must look for no other pay from God At any time,
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but the wages for sinful work, which the Apostle assures us in Rom. 2. is tribulation and anguish.
but the wages for sinful work, which the Apostle assures us in Rom. 2. is tribulation and anguish.
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Another is, A proportionable Retribution according to the extension of actions or works;
another is, A proportionable Retribution according to the extension of actions or works;
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and therefore you read of more stripes according to the greatness of the fault in the knowingly disobdient servant.
and Therefore you read of more stripes according to the greatness of the fault in the knowingly disobdient servant.
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Now, as it were against the natural retribution of Justice, to give unto the wicked as unto the righteous;
Now, as it were against the natural retribution of justice, to give unto the wicked as unto the righteous;
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so it were against the proportionable retribution of Justice, to repay either no punishment to a greater sinner,
so it were against the proportionable retribution of justice, to repay either no punishment to a greater sinner,
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or less punishment for greater sinnings;
or less punishment for greater sinnings;
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That when he continues worse in sinning, he should either prosper at all, or that the punishment should be more mittigated,
That when he continues Worse in sinning, he should either prosper At all, or that the punishment should be more mitigated,
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when the offence is more raised and aggravated.
when the offence is more raised and aggravated.
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5. Lastly, God would hereby teach all men, that no time, whatsoever, is safe to sin:
5. Lastly, God would hereby teach all men, that no time, whatsoever, is safe to sin:
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Before punishment come, it is not safe to sin;
Before punishment come, it is not safe to sin;
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for we see that sinners do pluck down punishments, and as it is with the winds, which bring the clouds, and fly away; for we see that Sinners do pluck down punishments, and as it is with the winds, which bring the Clouds, and fly away;
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yet the clouds pour themselves down on the earth;
yet the Clouds pour themselves down on the earth;
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so the sins which bring out the threatnings of God, though in respect of particular facts, they are gone,
so the Sins which bring out the threatenings of God, though in respect of particular facts, they Are gone,
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yet the threatnings pour down many a curse and misery upon sinners:
yet the threatenings pour down many a curse and misery upon Sinners:
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and when punishments are off, it is not a safe time to sin, forasmuch as God is still as ready to punish,
and when punishments Are off, it is not a safe time to since, forasmuch as God is still as ready to Punish,
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as men are forward to sin;
as men Are forward to since;
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as we may see in the Israelites, whose pride and murmuring caused the earth to open her mouth, and to swallow up Corah, Dathan, &c. And the next day when they murmured again, God presently sent the Plague amongst them, which swept away many thousands of them;
as we may see in the Israelites, whose pride and murmuring caused the earth to open her Mouth, and to swallow up Corah, Dathan, etc. And the next day when they murmured again, God presently sent the Plague among them, which swept away many thousands of them;
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for as time is not allowed to sin, so no time can at all secure the sinner from punishment.
for as time is not allowed to since, so no time can At all secure the sinner from punishment.
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Object. But now against all this truth it may be objected, That we do not allwayes see it so: Object. But now against all this truth it may be objected, That we do not always see it so:
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that men after punishment, making progress in sin, find it to prove a worse work, in respect of greater miseries and straits.
that men After punishment, making progress in since, find it to prove a Worse work, in respect of greater misery's and straits.
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Nay, Secondly, We see oftentimes the contrary. Sol. I answer to the first part of the Objection, That you must distinguish,
Nay, Secondly, We see oftentimes the contrary. Sol. I answer to the First part of the Objection, That you must distinguish,
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1. 'Twixt immediate punishment, and twixt certain punishment: It cannot be denyed, but granted, that a worse punishment cometh not alwayes immediately unto the adventurous sinner:
1. Betwixt immediate punishment, and betwixt certain punishment: It cannot be denied, but granted, that a Worse punishment comes not always immediately unto the adventurous sinner:
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Indeed sometimes God doth shoot an other arrow of punishment, as soon as the sinner shoots up a second arrow of rebellion;
Indeed sometime God does shoot an other arrow of punishment, as soon as the sinner shoots up a second arrow of rebellion;
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as you read in the Israelites case of murmuring; I say, sometimes God doth thus, but alwayes he doth not so.
as you read in the Israelites case of murmuring; I say, sometime God does thus, but always he does not so.
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Sometimes he doth so, that sinners might know his Justice can be quickly even, and meet with a daring sinner;
Sometime he does so, that Sinners might know his justice can be quickly even, and meet with a daring sinner;
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but alwayes he doth not so, because that even great sinners might confess somewhat of his great patience.
but always he does not so, Because that even great Sinners might confess somewhat of his great patience.
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Nevertheless, there is a certainty of a worse misery unto the progressive sinner; for as when God defers a Mercy, it usually comes down in a cluster;
Nevertheless, there is a certainty of a Worse misery unto the progressive sinner; for as when God defers a Mercy, it usually comes down in a cluster;
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so when God defers a Judgment, it ordinarily falls down in a thunder:
so when God defers a Judgement, it ordinarily falls down in a thunder:
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he is therefore in the Psalms said to whet his sword. The whetting of the sword is but a time of preparation,
he is Therefore in the Psalms said to whet his sword. The whetting of the sword is but a time of preparation,
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and a putting on a sharper edge to give the deeper wound;
and a putting on a sharper edge to give the Deeper wound;
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so, &c. and he is said to be righteous in recompensing vengeance, therefore there is a certainty of a worse punishment.
so, etc. and he is said to be righteous in recompensing vengeance, Therefore there is a certainty of a Worse punishment.
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2. Twixt Visible punishment, and Real punishment:
2. Betwixt Visible punishment, and Real punishment:
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though to the eye of others, a man may seem either not to be punished at all,
though to the eye of Others, a man may seem either not to be punished At all,
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or less now in his continued sinnlngs then before: yet the person may be more really punished then before;
or less now in his continued sinnlngs then before: yet the person may be more really punished then before;
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the misery upon him may be a greater misery, not for the quantity of the thing,
the misery upon him may be a greater misery, not for the quantity of the thing,
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but for the quality of his affection to the thing;
but for the quality of his affection to the thing;
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for that evil is alwayes most grievously miserable unto us, which meets us in our highest way of Love, or closest suspicion of fear.
for that evil is always most grievously miserable unto us, which meets us in our highest Way of Love, or closest suspicion of Fear.
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And again, the greatness of the punishment is as God mingles more wrath in the conscience at the time.
And again, the greatness of the punishment is as God mingles more wrath in the conscience At the time.
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Even a little outward misery, if it be joyned with a greatly accusing and condemning conscience, is a misery, more then all other miseries besides.
Even a little outward misery, if it be joined with a greatly accusing and condemning conscience, is a misery, more then all other misery's beside.
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Object. Yea, but we do see, that wicked men, who do continue their sinnings more after their punishment, that their conditions are so far from being worse, that they are most merry and prosper? Sol. 1. This is not always true, Object. Yea, but we do see, that wicked men, who do continue their sinnings more After their punishment, that their conditions Are so Far from being Worse, that they Are most merry and prosper? Sol. 1. This is not always true,
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but onely in some, and but for some time. 2. These very things prove to them very sore judgments; but only in Some, and but for Some time. 2. These very things prove to them very soar Judgments;
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for by the abuse of them (like an ill stomach, which gathers a surfeit upon good meats) they do more increase their sinnings,
for by the abuse of them (like an ill stomach, which gathers a surfeit upon good Meats) they do more increase their sinnings,
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and the wrath of God. 3. First or last they shall know that it shall not be well with the wicked, and that between a former punishment and a greater there may step in many mercies,
and the wrath of God. 3. First or last they shall know that it shall not be well with the wicked, and that between a former punishment and a greater there may step in many Mercies,
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as twixt the fits of a Fever, some real slumbers and pauses.
as betwixt the fits of a Fever, Some real slumbers and pauses.
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Now I proceed to the Application of this Point, which shall be for Conviction. 1. Of the vanity and deluding presumption in the heart of sinners, who imagine, that worse they cannot be,
Now I proceed to the Application of this Point, which shall be for Conviction. 1. Of the vanity and deluding presumption in the heart of Sinners, who imagine, that Worse they cannot be,
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and as much misery is befallen them as can be, and therefore they will on to their sins again.
and as much misery is befallen them as can be, and Therefore they will on to their Sins again.
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Let us not deceive our selves;
Let us not deceive our selves;
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that God with whom we are to deal, is of infinite power and wrath, and the conscience of a guilty sinner is capable of infinitely many miserable impressions.
that God with whom we Are to deal, is of infinite power and wrath, and the conscience of a guilty sinner is capable of infinitely many miserable impressions.
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The Bee may leave her sting in the flesh, and so be disabled, &c. Therefore let no man say as Agag, Surely the bitterness of death is past;
The Bee may leave her sting in the Flesh, and so be disabled, etc. Therefore let no man say as Agag, Surely the bitterness of death is past;
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you know Samuel presently hewed him in pieces before the Lord in Gi•gal. Alas! thou knowest not the wrath which is yet behind.
you know Samuel presently hewed him in Pieces before the Lord in Gi•gal. Alas! thou Knowest not the wrath which is yet behind.
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God doth never fully manifest his wrath upon any sinner in this life;
God does never Fully manifest his wrath upon any sinner in this life;
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nor doth he punish him so in any kind, but that a greater judgement, a worse thing, as Christ spake to him in the Gospel, may yet befal him.
nor does he Punish him so in any kind, but that a greater judgement, a Worse thing, as christ spoke to him in the Gospel, may yet befall him.
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Consider, that as greater judgments are yet behind all the punishments which we have felt;
Consider, that as greater Judgments Are yet behind all the punishments which we have felt;
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so it is Gods method to begin low, but to end his work of Judgement heavily:
so it is God's method to begin low, but to end his work of Judgement heavily:
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he doth by some lighter afflictions skirmish with a person, or a Nation, and if they yield not,
he does by Some lighter afflictions skirmish with a person, or a nation, and if they yield not,
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then he will bring the great Army of his Plagues and Judgements.
then he will bring the great Army of his Plagues and Judgments.
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And again, know, that multiplication of sins is a just cause for the addition of Judgements.
And again, know, that multiplication of Sins is a just cause for the addition of Judgments.
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Renewed sinnings are alwayes the more hainous, and strong in deserts;
Renewed sinnings Are always the more heinous, and strong in deserts;
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but renewed sinnings after punishment for sin, are yet of a deeper dye, because They relish much of Presumption;
but renewed sinnings After punishment for since, Are yet of a Deeper die, Because They relish much of Presumption;
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though God hath already testified his displeasure, yet the sinner will adventure on his wrath, and provoke him again.
though God hath already testified his displeasure, yet the sinner will adventure on his wrath, and provoke him again.
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They receive universal condemnation, the sinner now sins against all the waies of recovery; the Word of God which called upon him to be wise, and to receive instruction,
They receive universal condemnation, the sinner now Sins against all the ways of recovery; the Word of God which called upon him to be wise, and to receive instruction,
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and to return unto him that smote;
and to return unto him that smote;
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The punishment or rod, which did tender him the sins which brought this upon his back;The punishment or rod, which did tender him the Sins which brought this upon his back;
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The mercy of God which drew off the wrath, and though it might have been a destroying sword at once, that destruction should not have risen up the second time,
The mercy of God which drew off the wrath, and though it might have been a destroying sword At once, that destruction should not have risen up the second time,
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yet it so wrought with the master, that he would try the sinner yet a little longer, thou mightst have been among the dead,
yet it so wrought with the master, that he would try the sinner yet a little longer, thou Mightest have been among the dead,
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yea among the damned for thy former sinnings, yet mercy hath so tempered justice, that time is left thee to repent,
yea among the damned for thy former sinnings, yet mercy hath so tempered Justice, that time is left thee to Repent,
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and this space thou abusest to sin again;
and this Molle thou abusest to since again;
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yea, though justice met with thee for them already, yea though mercy released thee yet a little longer,
yea, though Justice met with thee for them already, yea though mercy released thee yet a little longer,
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yea though thou didst confess these sins, yea though thou wert greatly troubled for these sins,
yea though thou didst confess these Sins, yea though thou Wertenberg greatly troubled for these Sins,
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yea though thou didst resolve against these sins;
yea though thou didst resolve against these Sins;
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and if thou thus sinnest more, will not thy punishment be greater? Doth not God hate sins now as well as then? Or if thou be greater in transgressions, will he be less in justice? Canst thou expect mercy should come more easily,
and if thou thus Sinnest more, will not thy punishment be greater? Does not God hate Sins now as well as then? Or if thou be greater in transgressions, will he be less in Justice? Canst thou expect mercy should come more Easily,
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when sin is raised more deeply.
when since is raised more deeply.
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He that being often reproved hardneth his neck (saith Solomon, Prov. 29. 1.) shall suddenly be destroied, and that without remedy: He that being often reproved Hardeneth his neck (Says Solomon, Curae 29. 1.) shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy:
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The same may be affirmed of being punished; usually perseverance in sin after punishment, brings a sudden and a sore destruction.
The same may be affirmed of being punished; usually perseverance in since After punishment, brings a sudden and a soar destruction.
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God hath many arrows which flie over the heads, and after that hee hath arrows to wound the hearts of his enemies.
God hath many arrows which fly over the Heads, and After that he hath arrows to wound the hearts of his enemies.
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You know that there be not onely warning-pieces, but murdering-pieces in the roial artillery.
You know that there be not only warning-pieces, but Murdering-pieces in the royal Artillery.
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The punishment which a man hath already felt for his sins, are but so many warning-pieces to repent, to return from sin;
The punishment which a man hath already felt for his Sins, Are but so many warning-pieces to Repent, to return from since;
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but if men will harden their hearts, there are murdering-pieces; God can so deeply strike, that destruction shall not rise up the second time.
but if men will harden their hearts, there Are Murdering-pieces; God can so deeply strike, that destruction shall not rise up the second time.
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2. The second conviction shall be of Duty: If the further men go on in sin, the worse rhey shall speed;
2. The second conviction shall be of Duty: If the further men go on in since, the Worse rhey shall speed;
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then let us learn a double duty;
then let us Learn a double duty;
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1. To avoid such things as will occasion a further progress in sin after punishment. 2. To apply our selves to such waies as may take us off from sinning being punished. 1. Vitanda, The things which we must avoid as occasioning a further progress in sin are these 1. Ignorant Misconstruction; as if Gods arrows did flye out as his, who shot at an adventure,
1. To avoid such things as will occasion a further progress in since After punishment. 2. To apply our selves to such ways as may take us off from sinning being punished. 1. Vitanda, The things which we must avoid as occasioning a further progress in since Are these 1. Ignorant Misconstruction; as if God's arrows did fly out as his, who shot At an adventure,
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and lighted on Ahab, so that our punishments are but meer casual things; naked acts, but no lessons.
and lighted on Ahab, so that our punishments Are but mere casual things; naked acts, but no Lessons.
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Nay brethren, if we had but an ear to hear, every affliction and punishment hath a voice to speak;
Nay brothers, if we had but an ear to hear, every affliction and punishment hath a voice to speak;
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this may be said of every punishment, what Ehud said to •glon; I have a message unto thee from God.
this may be said of every punishment, what Ehud said to •glon; I have a message unto thee from God.
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2. Atheistical pride; as Pharaoh, who is the Lord, that I should let Israel go? When a person will exalt himself in the times of wrath,
2. Atheistical pride; as Pharaoh, who is the Lord, that I should let Israel go? When a person will exalt himself in the times of wrath,
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and will not tremble nor fear before the Lord, but slights the operation of his hands,
and will not tremble nor Fear before the Lord, but slights the operation of his hands,
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and for all this will not lay to heart the hand of God, alas, this makes way for sinning.
and for all this will not lay to heart the hand of God, alas, this makes Way for sinning.
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3. Froward Impatience: when persons are sensible of punishment, but vex against God, who strikes so close,
3. Froward Impatience: when Persons Are sensible of punishment, but vex against God, who strikes so close,
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yea and like that King in the strait, This evil is of the Lord, why should I wait on the Lord any longer? When men will forsake God because hee doth punish them, this is a further sin,
yea and like that King in the strait, This evil is of the Lord, why should I wait on the Lord any longer? When men will forsake God Because he does Punish them, this is a further since,
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and makes way for more sinning.
and makes Way for more sinning.
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The soul, which is most apt through a murmuring impatience to question God, will be apt through a presumptuous confidence to sin against God;
The soul, which is most apt through a murmuring impatience to question God, will be apt through a presumptuous confidence to sin against God;
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in the dead sea there is least sailing, and in the raging sea, there is most ship-wracking.
in the dead sea there is least sailing, and in the raging sea, there is most shipwrecking.
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4. Empty confessions, when persons satisfie themselvs with words, and a meer form of Repentance, putting on for the time a grave countenance,
4. Empty confessions, when Persons satisfy themselves with words, and a mere from of Repentance, putting on for the time a grave countenance,
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and fetching a sigh, and dropping a tear, and acknowledging that all is not well;
and fetching a sighs, and dropping a tear, and acknowledging that all is not well;
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but all this while they search not to the root, they do not strive to examine their hearts, to humble them, to cleanse and reform them;
but all this while they search not to the root, they do not strive to examine their hearts, to humble them, to cleanse and reform them;
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and what then can be expected, but upon some convenient occasion the old heart should return to its old waies and courses? Pharaoh confessed that he and his people had sinned, but still he hardned his heart,
and what then can be expected, but upon Some convenient occasion the old heart should return to its old ways and courses? Pharaoh confessed that he and his people had sinned, but still he hardened his heart,
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and would not let Israel go:
and would not let Israel go:
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Hypocritical humiliation or repentance, because rising from mutable causes, lasts not long, nor changes the disposition of the soul.
Hypocritical humiliation or Repentance, Because rising from mutable Causes, lasts not long, nor changes the disposition of the soul.
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The sore which is but covered and not cured, will break out again.
The soar which is but covered and not cured, will break out again.
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5. Negligent remissions: An heart which likes not to change its course, may ye for the obtaining some special good, give out unto the doing of much good,
5. Negligent remissions: an heart which likes not to change its course, may you for the obtaining Some special good, give out unto the doing of much good,
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and for the removal of some evil, make a stop of much sin.
and for the removal of Some evil, make a stop of much since.
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You may observe, that sometimes in the heat of a punishment, how our hearts (perhaps) fall down before the Lord,
You may observe, that sometime in the heat of a punishment, how our hearts (perhaps) fallen down before the Lord,
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and we are very urgent on him, and very diligent;
and we Are very urgent on him, and very diligent;
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spend much time in his service, and a kind of watchful tenderness is come upon us against sin,
spend much time in his service, and a kind of watchful tenderness is come upon us against since,
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but then we let fall our hands, and our candle quickly burns more dimly, our task abates, our affections grow slack, our purposes, our services wear away,
but then we let fallen our hands, and our candle quickly burns more dimly, our task abates, our affections grow slack, our Purposes, our services wear away,
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and we begin to grow as forward to our sins as before:
and we begin to grow as forward to our Sins as before:
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the liking of God, and of his waies and services cool, and sinful occasions grow as pleasing and acceptable.
the liking of God, and of his ways and services cool, and sinful occasions grow as pleasing and acceptable.
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Remember it, that man will be quickly bad, who grows negligently good, and the soul which is weary of Gods service, is ready for sins work.
remember it, that man will be quickly bad, who grows negligently good, and the soul which is weary of God's service, is ready for Sins work.
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6. Partial reservations; when men in or after punishment will profess against the great bulks of sin;
6. Partial reservations; when men in or After punishment will profess against the great bulks of since;
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and as Pharaoh (at length) was willing to let the people go, but to stay the little children,
and as Pharaoh (At length) was willing to let the people go, but to stay the little children,
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so we wil bid defiance, and seem to take resolution against our former great iniquities, in the greatness of them,
so we will bid defiance, and seem to take resolution against our former great iniquities, in the greatness of them,
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but yet we will keep back and not part with such and such things, which perhaps formally are not sinful,
but yet we will keep back and not part with such and such things, which perhaps formally Are not sinful,
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but occasionally they may (to our corrupt affections) prove so. Why!
but occasionally they may (to our corrupt affections) prove so. Why!
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how can it be but such a soul should make yet a progress in sin, who reservs still an incendiary motive, a quick and captivating incentive unto sin? The river will quickly over-spread and fill the channel if you give it way:
how can it be but such a soul should make yet a progress in since, who reservs still an incendiary motive, a quick and captivating incentive unto since? The river will quickly overspread and fill the channel if you give it Way:
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spare but your self in occasions, and they will bring on first the lesser trials of sin,
spare but your self in occasions, and they will bring on First the lesser trials of since,
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and the lesser trials will quickly ingage you to greater adventurings, and some adventurings will easily bring you to your old courses.
and the lesser trials will quickly engage you to greater adventurings, and Some adventurings will Easily bring you to your old courses.
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In the second place let us apply our selvs to such waies as may take us off from sinning,
In the second place let us apply our selves to such ways as may take us off from sinning,
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yet more after punishment, which you have heard doth make the condition yet worse. The directions which I would commend unto you, are these:yet more After punishment, which you have herd does make the condition yet Worse. The directions which I would commend unto you, Are these:
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1. In all punishment for sinning follow the writ, open it, and see whose name is in it;
1. In all punishment for sinning follow the writ, open it, and see whose name is in it;
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my meaning is, enquire into thy self, search diligently for whose sake this evil befals thee;
my meaning is, inquire into thy self, search diligently for whose sake this evil befalls thee;
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as the Mariners in Jonah concerning the tempest, they did cast lots, that they might know for whose cause that evil was upon them;
as the Mariners in Jonah Concerning the tempest, they did cast lots, that they might know for whose cause that evil was upon them;
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so should we in the presence of our punishment, when Gods hand is in any kind upon us, search and lift up our hands unto God, to shew us the special reasons of his wrath and indignation;
so should we in the presence of our punishment, when God's hand is in any kind upon us, search and lift up our hands unto God, to show us the special Reasons of his wrath and Indignation;
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for though earthly parents do many times inconsiderately in passion chastize their children after their own pleasure,
for though earthly Parents do many times inconsiderately in passion chastise their children After their own pleasure,
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yet God doth it wisely and never without cause;
yet God does it wisely and never without cause;
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we may say of all our punishment what the Prophet saith to the Israelites, Jer. 4. 18. Thy way and thy doings have procured these things unto thee, this is thy wickedness, &c. Punishments never prove reformations, until first they be informations;
we may say of all our punishment what the Prophet Says to the Israelites, Jer. 4. 18. Thy Way and thy doings have procured these things unto thee, this is thy wickedness, etc. Punishments never prove reformations, until First they be informations;
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they never cure the heart, unless first they clear the eye: We must first spell the Lesson, before we can take it forth;
they never cure the heart, unless First they clear the eye: We must First spell the lesson, before we can take it forth;
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therefore this do, if thou canst not find the specialty of thy provocations, 1. Look thy afflictions and punishments well in the face;
Therefore this do, if thou Canst not find the specialty of thy provocations, 1. Look thy afflictions and punishments well in the face;
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perhaps thou mayest in them see the very feature of thy sin which hath caused God to punish thee;
perhaps thou Mayest in them see the very feature of thy since which hath caused God to Punish thee;
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very usually, that punishment which is a Rod, is also a Glass, it shews us the fault for which we are lashed. 2. Observe thy self in the estate when thy punishment doth come;
very usually, that punishment which is a Rod, is also a Glass, it shows us the fault for which we Are lashed. 2. Observe thy self in the estate when thy punishment does come;
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do but recal thy bent of heart, course, ways, imagination, devices;
do but Recall thy bent of heart, course, ways, imagination, devices;
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sometimes a man is taken by the punishment, when he is dealing in a way which doth more especially provoke God. 3. Peruse the Word,
sometime a man is taken by the punishment, when he is dealing in a Way which does more especially provoke God. 3. Peruse the Word,
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and well consider what sins have brought down such kind of punishment. God doth many times keep his course of the same punishments with the same sins;
and well Consider what Sins have brought down such kind of punishment. God does many times keep his course of the same punishments with the same Sins;
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else the Apostles dehortation of the Corinthians from Idolatry and Uncleanness, which was the Israelites sins,
Else the Apostles dehortation of the Corinthians from Idolatry and Uncleanness, which was the Israelites Sins,
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for fear of the like punishments, were somwhat vain. 4. Lastly, Regard the first and more frequent verdicts of thy own conscience.
for Fear of the like punishments, were somewhat vain. 4. Lastly, Regard the First and more frequent verdicts of thy own conscience.
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There are two times when Conscience deals more home and faithfully with us: One is, when we are to die;
There Are two times when Conscience deals more home and faithfully with us: One is, when we Are to die;
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Another is, when we are to suffer;
another is, when we Are to suffer;
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in a time of judgment and affliction, we find, as Josephs brethren did, the remembrance of former evils, Surely this is befallen us because of our brother, &c. said they:
in a time of judgement and affliction, we find, as Josephs brothers did, the remembrance of former evils, Surely this is befallen us Because of our brother, etc. said they:
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So our hearts tell us, Well, assuredly this comes upon me for my Swearing, for my Drunkenness,
So our hearts tell us, Well, assuredly this comes upon me for my Swearing, for my drunkenness,
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for my Uncleanness, for my Covetousness, &c.
for my Uncleanness, for my Covetousness, etc.
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2. When your sins are brought to light, that you can say, Here is my punishment, and there are my sins;
2. When your Sins Are brought to Light, that you can say, Here is my punishment, and there Are my Sins;
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then go to God with them, to him that smote thee, By most humble and broken Confession, that thou hast done wickedly,
then go to God with them, to him that smote thee, By most humble and broken Confessi, that thou hast done wickedly,
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but the Lord hath dealt most righteously; acquit him, but condemn thy self: Accuse and indite thy sinning soul;
but the Lord hath dealt most righteously; acquit him, but condemn thy self: Accuse and indite thy sinning soul;
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O Lord, thus and thus have I sinned and provoked thee, &c. Deal ingenuously with the Lord,
Oh Lord, thus and thus have I sinned and provoked thee, etc. Deal ingenuously with the Lord,
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and freely confess unto him, and never leave, until thy soul be afflicted for sinning, as well as thy body;
and freely confess unto him, and never leave, until thy soul be afflicted for sinning, as well as thy body;
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until thou canst grieve a thousand times more for thy sins, than for thy punishment;
until thou Canst grieve a thousand times more for thy Sins, than for thy punishment;
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for the dishonour which God hath felt by thy sinnings, than for the smart which thou feelest under thy punishments.
for the dishonour which God hath felt by thy sinnings, than for the smart which thou Feel under thy punishments.
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By most vehement and constant Petition; and that for two things especially, viz. 1. Reconciliation with that God whom thou hast so much provoked by thy sinnings: By most vehement and constant Petition; and that for two things especially, viz. 1. Reconciliation with that God whom thou hast so much provoked by thy sinnings:
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As Moses said to Aaron, Take a Censer, and put fire therein from off the Altar,
As Moses said to Aaron, Take a Censer, and put fire therein from off the Altar,
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and go quickly to the Congregation, and make an attonement: and go quickly to the Congregation, and make an atonement:
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So let us speedily strive to reconcile our selves unto the Lord, beseeching him to love us freely, to receive us graciously, to pardon us for his own sake, to remember our sins no more, not to contend with us for ever,
So let us speedily strive to reconcile our selves unto the Lord, beseeching him to love us freely, to receive us graciously, to pardon us for his own sake, to Remember our Sins no more, not to contend with us for ever,
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but to cast our sins into the depths of the Sea, and mercifully to be our God.
but to cast our Sins into the depths of the Sea, and mercifully to be our God.
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And in this business of reconciling our selves with God, take notice, 1. Of the meritorious cause of it, which is the bloud of Christ, called therefore our attonement, Rom. 5. and our Propitiation, 1 Joh. 2. 1. Now beseech the Lord to look on thee in Christ,
And in this business of reconciling our selves with God, take notice, 1. Of the meritorious cause of it, which is the blood of christ, called Therefore our atonement, Rom. 5. and our Propitiation, 1 John 2. 1. Now beseech the Lord to look on thee in christ,
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and to remember the bloud of the everlasting Covenant, which was shed for the remission of sins, and to make peace:
and to Remember the blood of the everlasting Covenant, which was shed for the remission of Sins, and to make peace:
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Beseech him to be reconciled unto thee in and through Christ, and do thou stedfastly trust unto him by faith for it. 2. Of the means of it. To the Word, to Prayer:
Beseech him to be reconciled unto thee in and through christ, and do thou steadfastly trust unto him by faith for it. 2. Of the means of it. To the Word, to Prayer:
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O be earnest for such dispositions upon which the Lord will •eal mercy and forgiveness.
Oh be earnest for such dispositions upon which the Lord will •eal mercy and forgiveness.
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He will be gracious to the cry of the mournfull soul, Isa. 30. 19. and to the penitent, 2 Chron. 7. 14.
He will be gracious to the cry of the mournful soul, Isaiah 30. 19. and to the penitent, 2 Chronicles 7. 14.
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2. Sanctification: Alas, if the Lord should lay upon thee as many and as great plagues as he did on Pharaoh, and should they come as thick on thee as on him,
2. Sanctification: Alas, if the Lord should lay upon thee as many and as great plagues as he did on Pharaoh, and should they come as thick on thee as on him,
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or any that ever thou didst read of;
or any that ever thou didst read of;
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yet if the Lord did not give thee a sanctified heart, or if the Lord did not co-operate with the afflictions in a sanctifying way, thou wilt be so far from desisting, that thy heart after a while will grow as wicked as before.
yet if the Lord did not give thee a sanctified heart, or if the Lord did not cooperate with the afflictions in a sanctifying Way, thou wilt be so Far from desisting, that thy heart After a while will grow as wicked as before.
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It is not absolutely the punished soul, nor is it absolutely the troubled conscience, nor is it absolutely all that we can see or say which will divert our future course of sinning;
It is not absolutely the punished soul, nor is it absolutely the troubled conscience, nor is it absolutely all that we can see or say which will divert our future course of sinning;
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but it is the sanctified heart, the new heart, which will make us to leave old sins, and live new lives:
but it is the sanctified heart, the new heart, which will make us to leave old Sins, and live new lives:
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Therefore to the Lord must we go under our afflictions, and beseech him to open our ear to discipline,
Therefore to the Lord must we go under our afflictions, and beseech him to open our ear to discipline,
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and to purge away our iniquities, and to make us partakers of his holiness, and so to cause us to bring forth the more peaceable fruits of righteousness:
and to purge away our iniquities, and to make us partakers of his holiness, and so to cause us to bring forth the more peaceable fruits of righteousness:
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and note this, That all this must be done not in a fit, for a little time, but habitually;
and note this, That all this must be done not in a fit, for a little time, but habitually;
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we must not cease confessing, until we can heartil• mourn; we must not cease confessing, mourning, praying, until we find the Lord reconciled unto us,
we must not cease confessing, until we can heartil• mourn; we must not cease confessing, mourning, praying, until we find the Lord reconciled unto us,
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and our hearts changed and renewed.
and our hearts changed and renewed.
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Now those sanctified Qualities, which more specially a punished sinner should beg, to divert him from progress in sin,
Now those sanctified Qualities, which more specially a punished sinner should beg, to divert him from progress in since,
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and to turn him off from sin, I conjecture are these; 1. Hearty contrition for sins past:
and to turn him off from since, I conjecture Are these; 1. Hearty contrition for Sins past:
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He who is a merry Penitent, proves an easie Delinquent; if former sinnings be no Grief, future sinnings will be no Fear;
He who is a merry Penitent, Proves an easy Delinquent; if former sinnings be no Grief, future sinnings will be no fear;
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he will never with stedfastness learn a good Course, who can without mournfulness come off from a bad Way.
he will never with steadfastness Learn a good Course, who can without mournfulness come off from a bad Way.
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Beg of God for ever to make thee sensible and mournful. 2. Real Conversion: That the very frame of the Mind, Will and Affections be changed;
Beg of God for ever to make thee sensible and mournful. 2. Real Conversion: That the very frame of the Mind, Will and Affections be changed;
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the Frame more then the Form:
the Frame more then the From:
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that thou become a new Creature, get a new heart and Spirit. 3. A sincere love of God: If thy heart knows not yet how to love God, it never forgat how to go on in Sin;
that thou become a new Creature, get a new heart and Spirit. 3. A sincere love of God: If thy heart knows not yet how to love God, it never forgot how to go on in since;
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there is nothing which heals the Soul of Sin, so as the Love of God:
there is nothing which heals the Soul of since, so as the Love of God:
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this sets the heart on him and makes it to cleave unto him, and tender to please him. 4. Solid fear of God: A reverent awe, both of his goodness and of his greatness;
this sets the heart on him and makes it to cleave unto him, and tender to please him. 4. Solid Fear of God: A reverend awe, both of his Goodness and of his greatness;
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this will strike off security, and hardness, and presumption, and set us in Gods presence, and keep the conscience tender, and increase humbleness, &c. 5. Watchfulness over our special corruptions;
this will strike off security, and hardness, and presumption, and Set us in God's presence, and keep the conscience tender, and increase humbleness, etc. 5. Watchfulness over our special corruptions;
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which, if any, will make us to halt soonest.
which, if any, will make us to halt soonest.
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Do not forget how much they did provoke God already, and how assuredly bitter they will prove, if thou dost resume them.
Do not forget how much they did provoke God already, and how assuredly bitter they will prove, if thou dost resume them.
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And he fain would have filled his belly with the busks that the Swine did eat, And he fain would have filled his belly with the busks that the Swine did eat,
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and no man gave unto him. These words comprehend in them two things, and no man gave unto him. These words comprehend in them two things,
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First, The utmost design of the sinful Prodigal, He would fain have filled his belly with the husks that the Swine did eat. First, The utmost Design of the sinful Prodigal, He would fain have filled his belly with the husks that the Swine did eat.
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Secondly, The utmost disappointment, of that utmost design, And no man gave unto him. According to either of these, there are two Propositions observable by us;Secondly, The utmost disappointment, of that utmost Design, And no man gave unto him. According to either of these, there Are two Propositions observable by us;
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viz. That a sinner will go through, and try the utmost extremities and wayes ere he will return from his sins. 2. That nothing shall avail the shuffling and trying sinner,viz. That a sinner will go through, and try the utmost extremities and ways ere he will return from his Sins. 2. That nothing shall avail the shuffling and trying sinner,
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untill he doth return from his sins. When the Lord forsakes a man, nothing avails to help a man.
until he does return from his Sins. When the Lord forsakes a man, nothing avails to help a man.
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That a sinner will try all wayes, and go through the utmost extremities, ere he will return from his sins. That a sinner will try all ways, and go through the utmost extremities, ere he will return from his Sins.
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The Prodigal here spends all, yet he returns not; he is pinched with famine, yet he returns not;
The Prodigal Here spends all, yet he returns not; he is pinched with famine, yet he returns not;
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he joyns himself with a Citizen, and he sends him to feed Swine, yet doth he not return:he joins himself with a Citizen, and he sends him to feed Swine, yet does he not return:
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if he could have got but the husks which the Swine did eat; husks are but poor, empty, light things, miserable nourishment;
if he could have god but the husks which the Swine did eat; husks Are but poor, empty, Light things, miserable nourishment;
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but if he could have made any shift, any way to have supported himself, he would not have returned unto his Father.
but if he could have made any shift, any Way to have supported himself, he would not have returned unto his Father.
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Thus you read of Pharaoh, that though there were a Climax of plagues upon him,
Thus you read of Pharaoh, that though there were a Climax of plagues upon him,
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and wonders of ruine upon his Land, and Cattel, and Servants, rising like a Tide and Flood,
and wonders of ruin upon his Land, and Cattle, and Servants, rising like a Tide and Flood,
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yet till it came to his first-born, and the next stroke was to reach his own life, he would not obey the Voice of the Lord in letting of Israel go;
yet till it Come to his firstborn, and the next stroke was to reach his own life, he would not obey the Voice of the Lord in letting of Israel go;
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like obstinate defendants in a City, which will lose one Outwork after another, and suffer the Undermining of their Walls, ere they will come to terms of Capitulation.
like obstinate defendants in a city, which will loose one Outwork After Another, and suffer the Undermining of their Walls, ere they will come to terms of Capitulation.
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So we read of the Israelites before the Captivity, how extremely they did endure a very succession of Judgments,
So we read of the Israelites before the Captivity, how extremely they did endure a very succession of Judgments,
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and variety of strange punishments before they would return? Amos 4. 6. Cleanness of teeth, and want of bread;
and variety of strange punishments before they would return? Amos 4. 6. Cleanness of teeth, and want of bred;
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yet have they not returned to me, saith the Lord. Ver. 7. Rain was withheld, and great scarcity was there of water;yet have they not returned to me, Says the Lord. Ver. 7. Rain was withheld, and great scarcity was there of water;
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yet, Ver. 8. Have ye not returned to me.
yet, Ver. 8. Have you not returned to me.
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Ver. 9. Smiting, with blasting, and mildew, and the Palmer worm, yet, &c. Ver. 10. Pestilence after the manner of Egypt, and the Sword; yet have ye not returned.
Ver. 9. Smiting, with blasting, and mildew, and the Palmer worm, yet, etc. Ver. 10. Pestilence After the manner of Egypt, and the Sword; yet have you not returned.
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Ver. 11. Overthrowing some of them as God overthrew Sodom and Gomorrha, and pulling some of them as a firebrand out of the burning;
Ver. 11. Overthrowing Some of them as God overthrew Sodom and Gomorrha, and pulling Some of them as a firebrand out of the burning;
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yet have ye not returned unto me, saith the Lord. yet have you not returned unto me, Says the Lord.
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And thus was it with them after the Captivity, all the famine and miseries, which they suffered in the Siege, where the mothers were forced to eat their children of a span long, Lam. 2. And all the merciless devourings of the sword,
And thus was it with them After the Captivity, all the famine and misery's, which they suffered in the Siege, where the mother's were forced to eat their children of a span long, Lam. 2. And all the merciless devourings of the sword,
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and all the kinds of destroying sicknesses, did not turn them to the Lord against whom they had sinned;
and all the Kinds of destroying Sicknesses, did not turn them to the Lord against whom they had sinned;
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but after all, they spend the utmost of their pollicies for safety, running into Egypt, flying unto Ashur; they tryed all sorts of fruitless confidences,
but After all, they spend the utmost of their policies for safety, running into Egypt, flying unto Ashur; they tried all sorts of fruitless confidences,
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before they would return unto the Lord, therefore doth the Lord threaten to hedge their ways with thorns,
before they would return unto the Lord, Therefore does the Lord threaten to hedge their ways with thorns,
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and to make a wall that they shall not find their paths. and to make a wall that they shall not find their paths.
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Hos. 2. 6. (i.) he would cast them upon such a condition that they should not go any further,
Hos. 2. 6. (i.) he would cast them upon such a condition that they should not go any further,
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or if they did, they should have little ease, they should walk as upon thorns, upon continual prickings and woundings;
or if they did, they should have little ease, they should walk as upon thorns, upon continual prickings and woundings;
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and all this must be done before they will return to their first husband, vers. 7. Now for the clearer opening of this Assertion, consider of these particulars:
and all this must be done before they will return to their First husband, vers. 7. Now for the clearer opening of this Assertion, Consider of these particulars:
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1. That it is to be understood of the natural temper of the sinner. The sinner may be considered two wayes under extremities:
1. That it is to be understood of the natural temper of the sinner. The sinner may be considered two ways under extremities:
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As effectually assisted by the preventing grace of God, which is of surpassing vertue to renew the soul, As effectually assisted by the preventing grace of God, which is of surpassing virtue to renew the soul,
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and to conquer its stubbornness and aversness, and effectually to perswade and draw in the heart to yield unto God,
and to conquer its stubbornness and averseness, and effectually to persuade and draw in the heart to yield unto God,
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and to give up its weapons of lusts. The which grace (if God infuseth) at any time whether before, or under,
and to give up its weapons of Lustiest. The which grace (if God infuseth) At any time whither before, or under,
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or after afflictions, then the sinner doth not wander in the paths of perversness, nor doth he hold out so long,
or After afflictions, then the sinner does not wander in the paths of perverseness, nor does he hold out so long,
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but in stead of trying all ways to continue in his sins, he will speedily assay all the ways to be freed from them.
but in stead of trying all ways to continue in his Sins, he will speedily assay all the ways to be freed from them.
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As left unto his own corrupt spirit, and the projects, contrivances and ways thereof.As left unto his own corrupt Spirit, and the projects, contrivances and ways thereof.
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And thus it is with him, like a besieged enemy, which will retreat from hold to hold,
And thus it is with him, like a besieged enemy, which will retreat from hold to hold,
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and dispute every inch of ground, before he will give up the City:
and dispute every inch of ground, before he will give up the city:
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So is it with the sinner, his heart will devise one defence after another, and he hath yet another shift,
So is it with the sinner, his heart will devise one defence After Another, and he hath yet Another shift,
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though he be many times hardly beset in his name, or in his estate, or in his body, yea, or in his conscience.
though he be many times hardly beset in his name, or in his estate, or in his body, yea, or in his conscience.
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And God doth narrowly watch over him, and doth spoil him of his many false confidences,
And God does narrowly watch over him, and does spoil him of his many false confidences,
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and deals more smartingly with him to yield and return;
and deals more smartingly with him to yield and return;
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yet he hath not onely much subtilty of spirit behind to delude all, but also he hath exceeding stubbornness of spirit to oppose all the means which are used for his conversion.
yet he hath not only much subtlety of Spirit behind to delude all, but also he hath exceeding stubbornness of Spirit to oppose all the means which Are used for his conversion.
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2. We must distinguish of the ways whereby God doth deal with a sinner; which are of two sorts:
2. We must distinguish of the ways whereby God does deal with a sinner; which Are of two sorts:
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Some are Victorious ways, wherein the Lord undertakes the conquest of the heart himself by the immediate power of his own grace, to pluck down strong holds,
some Are Victorious ways, wherein the Lord undertakes the conquest of the heart himself by the immediate power of his own grace, to pluck down strong holds,
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and to cast down high imaginations;
and to cast down high Imaginations;
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upon which, as the conversion of a sinner doth infallibly ensue, so likewise presently and speedily;
upon which, as the conversion of a sinner does infallibly ensue, so likewise presently and speedily;
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for this way exceeds the strength of rebellion in sin, and in despite of it overcomes the heart.
for this Way exceeds the strength of rebellion in since, and in despite of it overcomes the heart.
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It is the stronger man dispossessing, and the stronger hand pulling us out of the powers of darkness.
It is the Stronger man dispossessing, and the Stronger hand pulling us out of the Powers of darkness.
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Others are Moral wayes, which consist onely in external means;
Others Are Moral ways, which consist only in external means;
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not in the infusing of grace, but rather in the proposal of it, and invitations thereto by counsel, reproof, threats, rewards,
not in the infusing of grace, but rather in the proposal of it, and invitations thereto by counsel, reproof, Treats, rewards,
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and seconding this proposal with some or many miseries:
and seconding this proposal with Some or many misery's:
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the Proposition, That a sinner will use all the wayes and methods ere he will return from his sins, is to be understood onely,
the Proposition, That a sinner will use all the ways and methods ere he will return from his Sins, is to be understood only,
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when God deals with him in a moral way, by the presence of means onely, (not otherwise) for which his corrupt heart may be too strong.
when God deals with him in a moral Way, by the presence of means only, (not otherwise) for which his corrupt heart may be too strong.
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3. We must distinguish of turning from sin: It is two-fold, either Hypocritical, and feigned;
3. We must distinguish of turning from since: It is twofold, either Hypocritical, and feigned;
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and thus many times at the first, upon the very denunciation of a Judgement, as Ahab; or upon the perception of it,
and thus many times At the First, upon the very denunciation of a Judgement, as Ahab; or upon the perception of it,
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as Jeroboam, when his hand was struck;
as Jeroboam, when his hand was struck;
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evil men may seem to confess, and to grieve, and to forsake sin, and to seek unto the Lord, and pretend to serve him. Real, and solid;
evil men may seem to confess, and to grieve, and to forsake since, and to seek unto the Lord, and pretend to serve him. Real, and solid;
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when the heart is truly affected with a sound detestation of sin, and the occasions thereof;
when the heart is truly affected with a found detestation of since, and the occasions thereof;
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and with a sincere affection of love to God, and endeavour of new obedience.
and with a sincere affection of love to God, and endeavour of new Obedience.
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Though the former may be acted by the sinner without the applying of himself to the utmost extremities, yet the latter is not.
Though the former may be acted by the sinner without the applying of himself to the utmost extremities, yet the latter is not.
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4. There are two sorts of sins in a person:
4. There Are two sorts of Sins in a person:
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Some which are more useless, either for the profit, or for the pleasure of the sinner; they are not the favourites:
some which Are more useless, either for the profit, or for the pleasure of the sinner; they Are not the favourites:
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Others are more special, which are wrought into singular affection;
Others Are more special, which Are wrought into singular affection;
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the custome of practise, and the much experience of their damnable delights and revenues have exceedingly indeared the soul unto them.
the custom of practice, and the much experience of their damnable delights and revenues have exceedingly endeared the soul unto them.
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Though a sinner might more easily be upon parting terms with an unprofitable servant, an unserviceable sin;
Though a sinner might more Easily be upon parting terms with an unprofitable servant, an unserviceable since;
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yet when the divorce is to be made twixt him and his special lust, the sin of his love and affection, the sin which lies in his bosome, this he will not easily part with.
yet when the divorce is to be made betwixt him and his special lust, the since of his love and affection, the since which lies in his bosom, this he will not Easily part with.
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A man will endure much pain ere he will part with his right hand, or suffer his right eye to be pluckt out;
A man will endure much pain ere he will part with his right hand, or suffer his right eye to be plucked out;
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he will stir much, and rage much, and project much, and adventure much, ere he will be perswaded to let this Benjamin go from him.
he will stir much, and rage much, and project much, and adventure much, ere he will be persuaded to let this Benjamin go from him.
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5. There are two kinds of subsistence:
5. There Are two Kinds of subsistence:
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One is comfortable, wherein a person hath many supports, even of a chearfull and a plentifull living, his cup runs over,
One is comfortable, wherein a person hath many supports, even of a cheerful and a plentiful living, his cup runs over,
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and his head is anointed with oil. Another is ubsolute, when there is no more then to keep soul and body together:
and his head is anointed with oil. another is ubsolute, when there is no more then to keep soul and body together:
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The proposition is true, even in this latter sense, That a sinner, though God doth shave off and suspend all the comforts of his life,
The proposition is true, even in this latter sense, That a sinner, though God does shave off and suspend all the comforts of his life,
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and doth reduce him so short, that there remains no more then upon what he can live,
and does reduce him so short, that there remains no more then upon what he can live,
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if there remains but any one sprig on which he can take hold, if he can devise any one method of safety,
if there remains but any one sprig on which he can take hold, if he can devise any one method of safety,
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so that he may imagin I shall yet live and be safe, though I go on in sin, he will not turn in unto God now,
so that he may imagine I shall yet live and be safe, though I go on in since, he will not turn in unto God now,
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and leave his sins, but will live the basest of lives, rather then he will relinquish the worst of lives (a sinful life) he will walk in rags,
and leave his Sins, but will live the Basest of lives, rather then he will relinquish the worst of lives (a sinful life) he will walk in rags,
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and beg his bread, and leave all his friends, and become an out-cast, and a comparison of the most ignoble and infamous wretches, rather then, &c. 6. This proposition holds true of all sorts of extremities: Inward, in those of conscience;
and beg his bred, and leave all his Friends, and become an outcast, and a comparison of the most ignoble and infamous wretches, rather then, etc. 6. This proposition holds true of all sorts of extremities: Inward, in those of conscience;
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a sinner oft-times will rather endure the sharp edge of the Word, which speaks nothing but wrath and bitterness,
a sinner ofttimes will rather endure the sharp edge of the Word, which speaks nothing but wrath and bitterness,
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yea he will live under the galling Items, severe frowns, bitter accusations, intolerable scourgings, and terrours and condemnations of his conscience,
yea he will live under the galling Items, severe frowns, bitter accusations, intolerable scourgings, and terrors and condemnations of his conscience,
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though his conscience many times upbraids him in society, amazeth him asleep, terrifies him in the dark, condemns him for a wretch,
though his conscience many times upbraids him in society, amazes him asleep, terrifies him in the dark, condemns him for a wretch,
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and claps on him the apprehensions of Hell, which makes the foundation of his soul to quake,
and claps on him the apprehensions of Hell, which makes the Foundation of his soul to quake,
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yet it falls out frequently that he will not turn from his sinful course. Outward in all the kinds of misery.
yet it falls out frequently that he will not turn from his sinful course. Outward in all the Kinds of misery.
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A mans sinful wayes may be like the putrifyings of the hody which beget the worms, that eat it out, and consume it:
A men sinful ways may be like the putrifyings of the Hody which beget the worms, that eat it out, and consume it:
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so the sinnings of a person many times do rot and consume his name, yea, all his estate; yea, all his amity;
so the sinnings of a person many times do rot and consume his name, yea, all his estate; yea, all his amity;
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yea, all his strength, and yet through the affectionate combination of his heart with sin, he may rather indure infamy, scorns, poverty, desertion of friends, famine and nakedness, any thing rather then he will leave his sin; the wicked know no shame.
yea, all his strength, and yet through the affectionate combination of his heart with since, he may rather endure infamy, scorns, poverty, desertion of Friends, famine and nakedness, any thing rather then he will leave his since; the wicked know no shame.
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Pharaoh did not set his heart for all this, &c.Pharaoh did not Set his heart for all this, etc.
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7. Lastly, This is true not only in a transcient and passionate sense, when through the rage of some present distemper and fury, a person will hear no counsel (this is true of Nations as well as Persons) nor regard any dealing,
7. Lastly, This is true not only in a transcient and passionate sense, when through the rage of Some present distemper and fury, a person will hear no counsel (this is true of nations as well as Persons) nor regard any dealing,
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but is violently on a sudden carried away with the strong tide, or storm rather, of his foolish mind and passions:
but is violently on a sudden carried away with the strong tide, or storm rather, of his foolish mind and passion:
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But it holds true likewise in a more permanent and deliberate sense:
But it holds true likewise in a more permanent and deliberate sense:
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When a sinner is exempted from the times of rashness, and is able to see and judge of his wayes and courses to be sinful.
When a sinner is exempted from the times of rashness, and is able to see and judge of his ways and courses to be sinful.
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Yet is it possible, that he may suffer not a little, but much evil; not in one kind, but in manifold kinds;
Yet is it possible, that he may suffer not a little, but much evil; not in one kind, but in manifold Kinds;
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not for a short time, but for some long duration;
not for a short time, but for Some long duration;
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many weeks, yea, perha•s many years, ere his heart doth yield to return from his sinful wayes to God.
many weeks, yea, perha•s many Years, ere his heart does yield to return from his sinful ways to God.
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Thus briefly have you the Explication of the Assertion. Now I will touch two things more, and so proceed to the Application.
Thus briefly have you the Explication of the Assertion. Now I will touch two things more, and so proceed to the Application.
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One, how this may be manifested to be true: Another, why it is, or should be thus with a sinful heart.
One, how this may be manifested to be true: another, why it is, or should be thus with a sinful heart.
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Quest. 1. How it may appear, that a sinful person will try all, &c. ere he will return?
Quest. 1. How it may appear, that a sinful person will try all, etc. ere he will return?
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Sol. It may manifestly appear, if you consider these particulars.Sol. It may manifestly appear, if you Consider these particulars.
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1. The patient continuation of spiritual means, without any fruit of Conversion: God hath used incessant means,
1. The patient continuation of spiritual means, without any fruit of Conversion: God hath used incessant means,
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and followed and pressed upon sinners by his Servants, the Messengers of his Word many times,
and followed and pressed upon Sinners by his Servants, the Messengers of his Word many times,
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and for a long time, yet they repented not, nor turned from their sins. 2 Chr. 36. 15. The Lord God of their fathers sent to them by his Messengers, rising up betimes and sending:
and for a long time, yet they repented not, nor turned from their Sins. 2 Christ 36. 15. The Lord God of their Father's sent to them by his Messengers, rising up betimes and sending:
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he did send, and send again. Ver. 16. But they mocked the Messengers of God, and despised his words, and misused his Prophets, until there was no remedy.
he did send, and send again. Ver. 16. But they mocked the Messengers of God, and despised his words, and misused his prophets, until there was no remedy.
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So Matth. 23. 37. O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that killest the Prophets, and stonest them which are sent unto thee;
So Matthew 23. 37. Oh Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that Killest the prophets, and Stonest them which Are sent unto thee;
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how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as an Hen gathereth her chickens under her wings,
how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as an Hen gathereth her chickens under her wings,
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and ye would not? Rom. 10. 21. And to Israel he saith, All the day long I have stretched forth my hands unto a disobedient and gainsaying people. and you would not? Rom. 10. 21. And to Israel he Says, All the day long I have stretched forth my hands unto a disobedient and gainsaying people.
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2. The large expectations of God, for the returning of sinners, without any success: Luke 13. 7. Behold, these three years I come seeking fruit on this figtree, and find none.
2. The large Expectations of God, for the returning of Sinners, without any success: Luke 13. 7. Behold, these three Years I come seeking fruit on this Fig tree, and find none.
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Num. 14. 11. The Lord said unto Moses, How long will this people provoke me? and how long will it be ere they believe me,
Num. 14. 11. The Lord said unto Moses, How long will this people provoke me? and how long will it be ere they believe me,
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for all the signes which I have shewed among them? Ver. 27. How long shall I bear with this evil Congregation which murmur against me? Jer. 4. 14. O Jerusalem, wash thine heart from wickedness, that thou mayest be saved;
for all the Signs which I have showed among them? Ver. 27. How long shall I bear with this evil Congregation which murmur against me? Jer. 4. 14. Oh Jerusalem, wash thine heart from wickedness, that thou Mayest be saved;
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how long shall thy vain thoughts lodge within thee. how long shall thy vain thoughts lodge within thee.
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Hos. 8. 5. How long will it be ere they attain to innocency? Jer. 13. 27. O Jerusalem, wilt thou not be made clean? when shall it once be?
Hos. 8. 5. How long will it be ere they attain to innocency? Jer. 13. 27. Oh Jerusalem, wilt thou not be made clean? when shall it once be?
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3. The long and exceeding complaints of God concerning sinners: That he is forced still to bear with them;
3. The long and exceeding complaints of God Concerning Sinners: That he is forced still to bear with them;
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insomuch that their continual sinnings have grown (as it were exceeding of Gods patience) too much for God to bear any longer;
insomuch that their continual sinnings have grown (as it were exceeding of God's patience) too much for God to bear any longer;
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Amos 2. 13. I am pressed under you, as a Cart is pressed that is full of Sheaves.
Amos 2. 13. I am pressed under you, as a Cart is pressed that is full of Sheaves.
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Jer. 15. 6. Thou hast forsaken me, saith the Lord; thou art gone backward, therefore will I stretch out my hand against thee; I am weary of repenting.
Jer. 15. 6. Thou hast forsaken me, Says the Lord; thou art gone backward, Therefore will I stretch out my hand against thee; I am weary of repenting.
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Isa. 43. 24. Thou hast made me to serve with thy sins; thou hast wearied me with thine iniquities.
Isaiah 43. 24. Thou hast made me to serve with thy Sins; thou hast wearied me with thine iniquities.
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4. The Non-plusses (if I may so phrase it) that wicked and obstinate persons, by continuing in their sins, have put God unto:
4. The Nonplusses (if I may so phrase it) that wicked and obstinate Persons, by Continuing in their Sins, have put God unto:
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Hos. 6. 4. O Ephraim, what shall I do unto thee? O Judah, what shall I do unto thee? for your goodness is as a morning cloud, Hos. 6. 4. Oh Ephraim, what shall I do unto thee? O Judah, what shall I do unto thee? for your Goodness is as a morning cloud,
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and as the early dew it goeth away. This is an Antropopathy, a speech after the manner of men.and as the early due it Goes away. This is an Antropopathy, a speech After the manner of men.
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Not that God doth not know what to do;
Not that God does not know what to do;
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but he expresseth himself after the manner of a person who hath used all the wayes and means to reclaim another,
but he Expresses himself After the manner of a person who hath used all the ways and means to reclaim Another,
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and yet the other, though sometimes cunningly he pretends a reformation, falls away again.
and yet the other, though sometime cunningly he pretends a Reformation, falls away again.
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Now, saith a father, such and such wayes have I used, and such wayes, and nothing doth avail;
Now, Says a father, such and such ways have I used, and such ways, and nothing does avail;
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my son still is wicked, he runs on from evil to worse;
my son still is wicked, he runs on from evil to Worse;
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I know not what to do with him, I can think of no course, &c. So, Isa. 5. 4. What could have been done more to my Vineyard, that I have not done in it? wherefore when I looked for grapes, brought it forth wild grapes.
I know not what to do with him, I can think of no course, etc. So, Isaiah 5. 4. What could have been done more to my Vineyard, that I have not done in it? Wherefore when I looked for grapes, brought it forth wild grapes.
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5. Nay, the kinds of Despair (as it were) which God hath conceived after many dealings, to do any good, or to reclaim them from sinful wayes:
5. Nay, the Kinds of Despair (as it were) which God hath conceived After many dealings, to do any good, or to reclaim them from sinful ways:
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Hos. 5. 15. I will go and return to my place.
Hos. 5. 15. I will go and return to my place.
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Isa. 1. 5. Why should ye be stricken any more, ye will revolt more and more? Jer. 23. 29. I will utterly forget you, and I will forsake you;
Isaiah 1. 5. Why should you be stricken any more, you will revolt more and more? Jer. 23. 29. I will utterly forget you, and I will forsake you;
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reprobate silver shall men call them. Reprobate silver shall men call them.
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6. Yea, those dying knells and farewel wishes and resolutions of God, because of the impenitency of persons, demonstrates this ttuth.
6. Yea, those dying knells and farewell wishes and resolutions of God, Because of the impenitency of Persons, demonstrates this ttuth.
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Expostulations upon utmost terms, Why will ye dye? And, You shall dye in your sins; and I will forsake you;
Expostulations upon utmost terms, Why will you die? And, You shall die in your Sins; and I will forsake you;
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and I will utterly destroy you. Luke 19. 41. He beheld the City, and wept over it; and I will utterly destroy you. Luke 19. 41. He beheld the city, and wept over it;
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Ver. 42. O that thou hadst known, even thou, at the least in this thy day, the things which belong unto thy peace:
Ver. 42. Oh that thou Hadst known, even thou, At the least in this thy day, the things which belong unto thy peace:
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but now they are hid from thine eyes. Gen. 6. 3. My Spirit shall not alwayes strive with him. but now they Are hid from thine eyes. Gen. 6. 3. My Spirit shall not always strive with him.
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7. Lastly, It may appear that sinners will try all wayes ere they turn, and endure much, By the multiplication of many Judgments, and repetition of manifold calamities.
7. Lastly, It may appear that Sinners will try all ways ere they turn, and endure much, By the multiplication of many Judgments, and repetition of manifold calamities.
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The many wedges which are knockt in one after another, shew that the wood is tough and unyielding:
The many wedges which Are knocked in one After Another, show that the wood is tough and unyielding:
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this giving pill after pill, shews that the corrupt humor is strongly rooted, Mic. 6. 13. I will make thee sick in smiting thee, because of thy sins.
this giving pill After pill, shows that the corrupt humour is strongly rooted, Mic. 6. 13. I will make thee sick in smiting thee, Because of thy Sins.
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So that when all is done and suffered, God must say and do what he promises in Isa. 57. 17. I was wroth with him,
So that when all is done and suffered, God must say and do what he promises in Isaiah 57. 17. I was wroth with him,
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and smote him, I hid me, and was wroth, and he went on frowardly in the way of his heart. and smote him, I hid me, and was wroth, and he went on frowardly in the Way of his heart.
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Ver. 18. I have seen his wayes and will heal him.
Ver. 18. I have seen his ways and will heal him.
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When all is done, one thing more God must do, he must come into the heart,
When all is done, one thing more God must do, he must come into the heart,
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and over-rule, and heal, and turn it, and then it shall be turned.
and overrule, and heal, and turn it, and then it shall be turned.
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Qu. 2. Now for the second Question, Why it should be thus, that sinners should try all the wayes,Qu. 2. Now for the second Question, Why it should be thus, that Sinners should try all the ways,
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and indure to the utmost rather then to turn from their sinful courses?
and endure to the utmost rather then to turn from their sinful courses?
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I answer, It is not either, 1. Because sin is such an Excellent thing, or really beneficial to the soul;
I answer, It is not either, 1. Because since is such an Excellent thing, or really beneficial to the soul;
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by reason of which excellency and use, a man might be moved to endure much in his body,
by reason of which excellency and use, a man might be moved to endure much in his body,
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for the preservation and defence of it: for sin is an evil thing, and therefore worthless.
for the preservation and defence of it: for since is an evil thing, and Therefore worthless.
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Or, 2. Because any sin is less evil then misery; and therefore this shall be endured rather then that shall be forsaken.
Or, 2. Because any since is less evil then misery; and Therefore this shall be endured rather then that shall be forsaken.
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But, 1. The sinner doth exceedingly love his sin: The heart of a sinner is set on his sin;
But, 1. The sinner does exceedingly love his since: The heart of a sinner is Set on his since;
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he hath made a Covenant with death, and an agreement with hell.
he hath made a Covenant with death, and an agreement with hell.
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He loves darkness, and is held fast with the bonds and cords of his sinful affections.
He loves darkness, and is held fast with the bonds and cords of his sinful affections.
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A person doth many times suffer pains sharper then death, because he doth exceedingly love life:
A person does many times suffer pains sharper then death, Because he does exceedingly love life:
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Why? a sinner loves his sin as he loves his life;
Why? a sinner loves his since as he loves his life;
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nay, more then his life, the which he doth often hazard for ever to preserve his sin. 2. The sinner is a Fool:
nay, more then his life, the which he does often hazard for ever to preserve his since. 2. The sinner is a Fool:
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Put a fool never so oft in the Stocks, it doth him no good; he understands not the cause nor end of it.
Put a fool never so oft in the Stocks, it does him no good; he understands not the cause nor end of it.
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Evil men are chastized and punished by God, but they know not nor understand;
Evil men Are Chastised and punished by God, but they know not nor understand;
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they know not that their sins are the cause thereof, and that Conversion from sin is the end thereof. 3. There is a marvellous stout Spirit of pride in the sinner;
they know not that their Sins Are the cause thereof, and that Conversion from since is the end thereof. 3. There is a marvellous stout Spirit of pride in the sinner;
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who is therefore said to fight against God, and to resist him;
who is Therefore said to fight against God, and to resist him;
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and though he be smitten, yet to refuse to return, and wilfully to transgress, and that they will not hearken. Stifnecked are they called;
and though he be smitten, yet to refuse to return, and wilfully to transgress, and that they will not harken. Stiffnecked Are they called;
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and foreheads have they which cannot be ashamed, and faces that cannot blush. 4. A vain presumption, that yet their sinful wayes shall be well at last:
and foreheads have they which cannot be ashamed, and faces that cannot blush. 4. A vain presumption, that yet their sinful ways shall be well At last:
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It is but bearing a while, and at length their calamities will off.
It is but bearing a while, and At length their calamities will off.
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He who goes on in a sinful way, is never without some sinful project and chimeraes;
He who Goes on in a sinful Way, is never without Some sinful project and chimaeras;
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silly fancies of some good, and some support and wearing out of his troubles, &c. 5. There is a bitter contrariety twixt the wayes of God and the sinners heart.
silly fancies of Some good, and Some support and wearing out of his Troubles, etc. 5. There is a bitter contrariety betwixt the ways of God and the Sinners heart.
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Light and darkness are not more opposite;
Light and darkness Are not more opposite;
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hence is it that in Job they say unto God, Depart from us, we desire not the knowledg of the Almighty.
hence is it that in Job they say unto God, Depart from us, we desire not the knowledge of the Almighty.
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And in Psal. 2. They break the cords in sunder. And Heb. 10. They are said to offer despight unto the Spirit of Grace. Holiness and holy walking, ah!
And in Psalm 2. They break the cords in sunder. And Hebrew 10. They Are said to offer despite unto the Spirit of Grace. Holiness and holy walking, ah!
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it is that which their hearts hate more then hell; they will adventure their damnation, before they will affect and practice holiness;
it is that which their hearts hate more then hell; they will adventure their damnation, before they will affect and practice holiness;
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no greater burden and torment to them then it. 6. And sometimes Unbelief may be a special cause,
no greater burden and torment to them then it. 6. And sometime Unbelief may be a special cause,
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why a sinner doth thus shift and try.
why a sinner does thus shift and try.
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The guilt of his sins under his afflictions may lie heavy upon his conscience, and he may be so wholly taken up with the apprehension of wrath and judgment and an implacability in God towards him, that God will never shew him mercy, who hath been so much and so long provoked, that it is in vain to return,
The guilt of his Sins under his afflictions may lie heavy upon his conscience, and he may be so wholly taken up with the apprehension of wrath and judgement and an implacability in God towards him, that God will never show him mercy, who hath been so much and so long provoked, that it is in vain to return,
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now there is no hope. 7. The Vanity of a corrupt Judgment, which deludes the sinner,
now there is no hope. 7. The Vanity of a corrupt Judgement, which deludes the sinner,
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as if he could be sinful and safe; or that he could subsist well enough without returning to God.
as if he could be sinful and safe; or that he could subsist well enough without returning to God.
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Now I proceed to the Application of this point; the Uses are many, 1. For Conviction of Error in Judgment.
Now I proceed to the Application of this point; the Uses Are many, 1. For Conviction of Error in Judgement.
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1. That it is an easie work to Repent, and to leave sin. When I am sick, or come to dy, then I will think of that work. 1. That it is an easy work to repent, and to leave since. When I am sick, or come to die, then I will think of that work.
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No, brethren, if the heart of man be of so subtil a temper, and so perverse a frame, can afflictions do it of themselves? if the love of sin be so strongly in grain, that many waters of afflictions cannot wash it out,
No, brothers, if the heart of man be of so subtle a temper, and so perverse a frame, can afflictions do it of themselves? if the love of since be so strongly in grain, that many waters of afflictions cannot wash it out,
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nor many beams of mercy melt and turn it;
nor many beams of mercy melt and turn it;
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you must then imagine it not to be an easie work to turn the heart from sin,
you must then imagine it not to be an easy work to turn the heart from since,
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if it will adventure the loss of heaven, and the endurance of hell, and the actual presence of many sore calamities;
if it will adventure the loss of heaven, and the endurance of hell, and the actual presence of many soar calamities;
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confess then, That the descents into sin are easie, but the returns from it are not ordinary or facile.
confess then, That the descents into since Are easy, but the returns from it Are not ordinary or facile.
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Where all the means, tending to the Conversion of a sinner, are opposed, and, as it were, wholly defeated and frustrated, there the heart is not so easily wrought upon to ret•rn. 2. That no more is required to Convert a sinner, but External and Congruous Grace; Where all the means, tending to the Conversion of a sinner, Are opposed, and, as it were, wholly defeated and frustrated, there the heart is not so Easily wrought upon to ret•rn. 2. That no more is required to Convert a sinner, but External and Congruous Grace;
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as if the heart were like a Fish upon the hook, which might be drawn at pleasure to the shore;
as if the heart were like a Fish upon the hook, which might be drawn At pleasure to the shore;
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or, like Wax prepared, and it were no more but to put on the Seal: or, as if to Convert a sinne, were no more then to report a History,
or, like Wax prepared, and it were no more but to put on the Seal: or, as if to Convert a sin, were no more then to report a History,
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or to offer a man a Purchase.
or to offer a man a Purchase.
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Nay, but there must be likewise Impressions as well as Invitations; not only Means, but Grace it self;
Nay, but there must be likewise Impressions as well as Invitations; not only Means, but Grace it self;
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not only the Rod and Word, but likewise the Spirit of God, and his mighty Operation;
not only the Rod and Word, but likewise the Spirit of God, and his mighty Operation;
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not only a Voice saying, This is the way, but also the Spirit of God which must cause us to walk in that way:
not only a Voice saying, This is the Way, but also the Spirit of God which must cause us to walk in that Way:
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there must be healing Medicines put within the Soul by the hand of God himself,
there must be healing Medicines put within the Soul by the hand of God himself,
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or else all the means in the world, the Word, the Sacraments, the afflictions, and miseries,
or Else all the means in the world, the Word, the Sacraments, the afflictions, and misery's,
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and examples may say and complain with the Prophet, Isa. 49. 4. I have laboured in vain:
and Examples may say and complain with the Prophet, Isaiah 49. 4. I have laboured in vain:
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I have spent my strength for nought. I have spent my strength for nought.
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2. For Information. 1. Of that excessive stubbornness and madness in the hearts of us sinners. Good Lord!
2. For Information. 1. Of that excessive stubbornness and madness in the hearts of us Sinners. Good Lord!
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what an hand hath sin over us.
what an hand hath since over us.
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That terrors should arise like an horrible tempest within the conscience for sinning, and drive a man to his feet;
That terrors should arise like an horrible tempest within the conscience for sinning, and drive a man to his feet;
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yea, to the dust, yea, almost as low as hell. That his sinning should pull down one calamity after another;
yea, to the dust, yea, almost as low as hell. That his sinning should pull down one calamity After Another;
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take away the dayes of peace, of plenty, of safety, of health, and darken them with war, and tumults; with scarcity, and indigence; with danger, and trouble; with losses, and diseases;
take away the days of peace, of plenty, of safety, of health, and darken them with war, and tumults; with scarcity, and indigence; with danger, and trouble; with losses, and diseases;
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cloath a mans body with rags, fill a mans body with rottenness, obscure a mans name with infamy,
cloth a men body with rags, fill a men body with rottenness, Obscure a men name with infamy,
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and yet, yet after all, and under all that a person should hold fast his wickedness, which is the cause of all and will not let it go, he will not be weaned from it, nor charmed.
and yet, yet After all, and under all that a person should hold fast his wickedness, which is the cause of all and will not let it go, he will not be weaned from it, nor charmed.
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No Mercy, nor Justice, nothing can dissolve the Covenant twixt his heart and sin;
No Mercy, nor justice, nothing can dissolve the Covenant betwixt his heart and since;
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but llke that Athenian Commander (if I forget not the story) who when he was threatned to let go the Ship, held it;
but llke that Athenian Commander (if I forget not the story) who when he was threatened to let go the Ship, held it;
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when one hand was cut off, he held it with the other; when both were cut off, he held it with his teeth.
when one hand was Cut off, he held it with the other; when both were Cut off, he held it with his teeth.
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The Lord be merciful to us, thus is it with us, though God threatens, yet we sin;
The Lord be merciful to us, thus is it with us, though God threatens, yet we sin;
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though he strikes us in one ki•d, yet we sin; though in many kinds, yet we sin;
though he strikes us in one ki•d, yet we sin; though in many Kinds, yet we sin;
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though losses though crosses, though death be in our doors, though it riseth on our bodies,
though losses though Crosses, though death be in our doors, though it Riseth on our bodies,
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though we lose earth, life, heaven, all, yet we still sin, and return not, but stand it out, 2. Of the admirable patience and goodness of God.
though we loose earth, life, heaven, all, yet we still since, and return not, but stand it out, 2. Of the admirable patience and Goodness of God.
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Not without reason is he stiled a God of long-suffering, and to endure with much long-suffering the vessels of wrath:
Not without reason is he styled a God of long-suffering, and to endure with much long-suffering the vessels of wrath:
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and his Goodness, the riches of Goodness. Rom. 9. 22. Rom. 2. 4. That he should look after a sinner,
and his goodness, the riches of goodness. Rom. 9. 22. Rom. 2. 4. That he should look After a sinner,
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nay, speak, nay, strike, nay, wound, nay, almost take away his life to save his life;
nay, speak, nay, strike, nay, wound, nay, almost take away his life to save his life;
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that he should run after a proud and resisting sinner, though a sinner doth contrive the ways of opposing,
that he should run After a proud and resisting sinner, though a sinner does contrive the ways of opposing,
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and cunningly strives against all the methods of mercy;
and cunningly strives against all the methods of mercy;
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yet that God should not desert him, and give him over, but try again and again,
yet that God should not desert him, and give him over, but try again and again,
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and be actively ready to give grace to an unwilling, to a resisting, to an obstinate, foolish sinner!
and be actively ready to give grace to an unwilling, to a resisting, to an obstinate, foolish sinner!
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who but a vile sinner would obstinately abuse such great mercy? who but a God would endure the same with so much patience? It is not that the Lord seeth not the ways of a sinner (for he is Omniscient;) It is not that he approves or likes the ways of a sinner, (for he is most Holy;) It is not that he will not recompence the ways of a sinner, (for he is most Just;) It is not that he wants power to execute his wrath and displeasure, (for he is Almighty:) No, no, that he all this while spares and holds up, ariseth onely from his nature, which is delighted rather to shew mercy,
who but a vile sinner would obstinately abuse such great mercy? who but a God would endure the same with so much patience? It is not that the Lord sees not the ways of a sinner (for he is Omniscient;) It is not that he approves or likes the ways of a sinner, (for he is most Holy;) It is not that he will not recompense the ways of a sinner, (for he is most Just;) It is not that he Wants power to execute his wrath and displeasure, (for he is Almighty:) No, no, that he all this while spares and holds up, arises only from his nature, which is delighted rather to show mercy,
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and which is slow to wrath, and of much long-suffering. 3. Of the freeness of Gods grace. It is not of him that willeth,
and which is slow to wrath, and of much long-suffering. 3. Of the freeness of God's grace. It is not of him that wills,
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nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy, Rom. 9. 16. Alas!nor of him that Runneth, but of God that shows mercy, Rom. 9. 16. Alas!
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what is it that the Pelagians scribled of Merits, and Papists of Deserts and Congruities? Lo here!
what is it that the Pelagians scribbled of Merits, and Papists of Deserts and Congruities? Lo Here!
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naturally we run from God, and naturally we are fighters against God, we resist the motions of his Spirit, the counsels of his Word, the lessons of many Afflictions;
naturally we run from God, and naturally we Are fighters against God, we resist the motions of his Spirit, the Counsels of his Word, the Lessons of many Afflictions;
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and could we any how subsist, we would never lay down our weapons. Did not the Lord shew more compassion to us, then we do unto our selves;
and could we any how subsist, we would never lay down our weapons. Did not the Lord show more compassion to us, then we do unto our selves;
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did he not enquire after us, and follow us, and as it were beset us on every side,
did he not inquire After us, and follow us, and as it were beset us on every side,
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and in a sort surprize us by the goodness and strength of his own Grace, we should perish in our bloud, die in our folly, and be lost for ever;
and in a sort surprise us by the Goodness and strength of his own Grace, we should perish in our blood, die in our folly, and be lost for ever;
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but this commends the exceeding graciousness of his Grace towards us, that though we be not onely enemies by nature,
but this commends the exceeding graciousness of his Grace towards us, that though we be not only enemies by nature,
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but rebellious also by practice, yet the Lord shews pity to our wandring souls, will forgive our proud rebellions,
but rebellious also by practice, yet the Lord shows pity to our wandering Souls, will forgive our proud rebellions,
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and will heal our foolish and gainsaying hearts.
and will heal our foolish and gainsaying hearts.
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It is great mercy for him to spare us, who might for our manifold sinnings so often have cond•mned us;
It is great mercy for him to spare us, who might for our manifold sinnings so often have cond•mned us;
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and it is the greatest mercy, that he doth not onely not leave and damn us,
and it is the greatest mercy, that he does not only not leave and damn us,
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but pities, converts, and saves us.
but pities, converts, and saves us.
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3. For Caution: And this is the main Use which I desire to insist on, To take heed of shuffling with God, and digging after pits, which will hold no water,
3. For Caution: And this is the main Use which I desire to insist on, To take heed of shuffling with God, and digging After pits, which will hold no water,
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when God calls upon us by his Word, or by his Corrections, to return from our sins unto him,
when God calls upon us by his Word, or by his Corrections, to return from our Sins unto him,
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and not to hold them fast, or to withstand the Lord, and hold him off. Here I shall propound two things: 1. Some Motives, or Arguments to hearken unto this;
and not to hold them fast, or to withstand the Lord, and hold him off. Here I shall propound two things: 1. some Motives, or Arguments to harken unto this;
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2. Some Rules and Directions to guide us.
2. some Rules and Directions to guide us.
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The Motives may respect us either, 1. in the evil of thus shuffling with, and delaying of God, 2. in the good on the contrary. I will mingle them together. Consider therefore,
The Motives may respect us either, 1. in the evil of thus shuffling with, and delaying of God, 2. in the good on the contrary. I will mingle them together. Consider Therefore,
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1. It is a most precious thing which the Lord offers unto us, when at first he calls upon us to leave our sins, and to return unto him.
1. It is a most precious thing which the Lord offers unto us, when At First he calls upon us to leave our Sins, and to return unto him.
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A thing may be reputed precious, partly, in respect of the necessity of it, when it doth so nearly concern us, that we are undone without it.
A thing may be reputed precious, partly, in respect of the necessity of it, when it does so nearly concern us, that we Are undone without it.
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Now what shall become of us, unless we come off from our sins? What is it that we so shuffle for,
Now what shall become of us, unless we come off from our Sins? What is it that we so shuffle for,
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and will not let it go? What! is it a good in it self,
and will not let it go? What! is it a good in it self,
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or a cause of good to us? and what is it that we so hold off from? is it not Grace and Salvation? I shall perish with hunger, saith the Prodigal.
or a cause of good to us? and what is it that we so hold off from? is it not Grace and Salvation? I shall perish with hunger, Says the Prodigal.
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So mayest thou truly say, Unless I do accept of this offer of Grace, if I do thus hold on in my sinfull ways,
So Mayest thou truly say, Unless I do accept of this offer of Grace, if I do thus hold on in my sinful ways,
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if I shuffle never so long, yet if I continue thus, I shall at length perish for ever, Exod. 10. 7. Knowest thou not that Egypt is destroyed? so, &c. to go on thus is the way of death, to return and submit is the onely way of life:
if I shuffle never so long, yet if I continue thus, I shall At length perish for ever, Exod 10. 7. Knowest thou not that Egypt is destroyed? so, etc. to go on thus is the Way of death, to return and submit is the only Way of life:
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I cannot be saved unless I repent:
I cannot be saved unless I Repent:
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It is not a vain thing for which the Lord strives with me, it is to give grace and life to my poor soul.
It is not a vain thing for which the Lord strives with me, it is to give grace and life to my poor soul.
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In respect of the excellency of it: Excellent things are truly precious.
In respect of the excellency of it: Excellent things Are truly precious.
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Now every grace is excellent, it hath a native beauty in it, and makes us a choice and estimable people.
Now every grace is excellent, it hath a native beauty in it, and makes us a choice and estimable people.
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Do throughly weigh a penitent and converted condition, how in it we are partakers of the Divine nature;
Do thoroughly weigh a penitent and converted condition, how in it we Are partakers of the Divine nature;
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what a communion we have thereby with God; what a fellowship with Jesus Christ;
what a communion we have thereby with God; what a fellowship with jesus christ;
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how we pass from death to life, are made the sons of God, and become the heirs of glory,
how we pass from death to life, Are made the Sons of God, and become the Heirs of glory,
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and will we then thus devise and flie from our best good; Why!
and will we then thus devise and fly from our best good; Why!
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when the Lord offers grace to a sinner, what doth he therein but offer himself to be his God, offer Christ to be his Saviour, offer the pardon of all his sins, offer all the comforts of his Spirit, the blessings of his promises,
when the Lord offers grace to a sinner, what does he therein but offer himself to be his God, offer christ to be his Saviour, offer the pardon of all his Sins, offer all the comforts of his Spirit, the blessings of his promises,
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and the hopes of eternal life;
and the hope's of Eternal life;
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and if this be not an excellent thing, what is? can a better or greater matter be tendred to you.
and if this be not an excellent thing, what is? can a better or greater matter be tendered to you.
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2. The Lord will not alwaies be calling upon us, nor tendring repentance unto life, and which brings forth salvation, as the Apostle speaks;
2. The Lord will not always be calling upon us, nor tendering Repentance unto life, and which brings forth salvation, as the Apostle speaks;
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My Spirit shall not alwaies strive, saith God, Gen. 6. God strives, when he comes close in any means. 2. When hee continueth and multiplieth means.My Spirit shall not always strive, Says God, Gen. 6. God strives, when he comes close in any means. 2. When he Continueth and multiplieth means.
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And to day if ye will hear his voice, harden not your hearts, as in the provocation, Heb. 3. God did deal often with the Israelites by wonders, by words, by corrections;
And to day if you will hear his voice, harden not your hearts, as in the provocation, Hebrew 3. God did deal often with the Israelites by wonders, by words, by corrections;
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but you know that though he bore long with them, yet he did not bear for ever;
but you know that though he boar long with them, yet he did not bear for ever;
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at length he consumed and made an end of them, he would not continue to seek after them for ever.
At length he consumed and made an end of them, he would not continue to seek After them for ever.
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I will ease me of mine adversaries; Cut it down, why cumbers it the ground. If we will not become obedient, he can quickly destroy us for our disobedience.I will ease me of mine Adversaries; cut it down, why cumbers it the ground. If we will not become obedient, he can quickly destroy us for our disobedience.
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There is a day wherein God offers himself to be ours in grace and peace, how long or how short that day is, I cannot justly determine;
There is a day wherein God offers himself to be ours in grace and peace, how long or how short that day is, I cannot justly determine;
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onely of this we may bee sure, that God may in justice refuse us for ever, if we refuse him once.
only of this we may be sure, that God may in Justice refuse us for ever, if we refuse him once.
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Note these Scriptures, and they may perhaps awaken and recall us, Ezek. 24. 12. She hath wearied her self with lies,
Note these Scriptures, and they may perhaps awaken and Recall us, Ezekiel 24. 12. She hath wearied her self with lies,
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and her great s•um went not forth out of her, her scum shall be in the fire. and her great s•um went not forth out of her, her scum shall be in the fire.
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v. 13. In thy filthiness is lewdness, because I have purged thee (by afflictions,) and thou wast not purged (by repentance,) thou shalt not be purged from thy filthiness any more, till I have caused my fury to rest upon thee Ver. 14. I the Lord have spoken it, it shall come to pass,
v. 13. In thy filthiness is Lewdness, Because I have purged thee (by afflictions,) and thou wast not purged (by Repentance,) thou shalt not be purged from thy filthiness any more, till I have caused my fury to rest upon thee Ver. 14. I the Lord have spoken it, it shall come to pass,
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and I will do it, I will not go back, neither will I spare, neither will I repent:
and I will do it, I will not go back, neither will I spare, neither will I Repent:
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aocording to thy waies, and according to thy doings shall they judge thee, saith the Lord God, Luke 19. ver. 42. Oh! if thou hadst known,
aocording to thy ways, and according to thy doings shall they judge thee, Says the Lord God, Lycia 19. ver. 42. Oh! if thou Hadst known,
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even thou at the least in this thy day the things which belong unto thy peace,
even thou At the least in this thy day the things which belong unto thy peace,
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but now they are hid from thine eies. but now they Are hid from thine eyes.
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Hebr. 3. ver. 10. I was grieved with that generation, and said, they do alwaies err in their hears,
Hebrew 3. ver. 10. I was grieved with that generation, and said, they do always err in their hears,
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and they have not known my waies. Vers. 11. So I sware in my wrath, they shall not enter into my rest. and they have not known my ways. Vers. 11. So I sware in my wrath, they shall not enter into my rest.
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Psal. 81. ver. 11. But my people would not hearken to my voice, and Israel would none of me.
Psalm 81. ver. 11. But my people would not harken to my voice, and Israel would none of me.
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v. 12. So I gave them up to their own hearts lusts, and they walked in their own counsels.
v. 12. So I gave them up to their own hearts Lustiest, and they walked in their own Counsels.
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These four places do afford us four sad things, which may befal persons refusing to return from their sins,
These four places do afford us four sad things, which may befall Persons refusing to return from their Sins,
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and deluding that work. 1. That the Lord will not still be usi•g of means. 2. That he will draw off the means. 3. He will leave such sinners,
and deluding that work. 1. That the Lord will not still be usi•g of means. 2. That he will draw off the means. 3. He will leave such Sinners,
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and give them up to themselves. 4. They shall never enter into his rest; and this the Lord binds with an Oath.
and give them up to themselves. 4. They shall never enter into his rest; and this the Lord binds with an Oath.
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Every one of these is a Judgment sufficiently fearfull;
Every one of these is a Judgement sufficiently fearful;
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for, what shall become of the sinner, when the Lord shall (judicially) draw off the means of his Conversion? or if the means be continued in common to others,
for, what shall become of the sinner, when the Lord shall (judicially) draw off the means of his Conversion? or if the means be continued in Common to Others,
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yet he will not work any more upon that person through them;
yet he will not work any more upon that person through them;
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but he shall despise the counsels of the Word, and slight the message of all Afflictions;
but he shall despise the Counsels of the Word, and slight the message of all Afflictions;
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and that a person should run so far and so high in a way of wickedness, that the Lord gives him over as a desperate, hopeless,
and that a person should run so Far and so high in a Way of wickedness, that the Lord gives him over as a desperate, hopeless,
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and forlorn wretch, to walk in his own counsels, and after the lusts of his own heart;
and forlorn wretch, to walk in his own Counsels, and After the Lustiest of his own heart;
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and when the Lord seals him up by his Oath, that this is a person who shall never see my face;
and when the Lord Seals him up by his Oath, that this is a person who shall never see my face;
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though many a sinner shall be pardoned and saved, yet this sinfull Transgressor shall never enter into my rest:
though many a sinner shall be pardoned and saved, yet this sinful Transgressor shall never enter into my rest:
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Now what doth the sinner know, who seeks new ways to secure his sinning, and opposeth thereby all the ways which God useth for his converting, I say,
Now what does the sinner know, who seeks new ways to secure his sinning, and Opposeth thereby all the ways which God uses for his converting, I say,
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how doth he know, but that the Lord will deal thus with him. God hath dealt so with some, for dealing thus with him;
how does he know, but that the Lord will deal thus with him. God hath dealt so with Some, for dealing thus with him;
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he closed up the day upon Jerusalem, and left the Israelites to their own hearts lusts,
he closed up the day upon Jerusalem, and left the Israelites to their own hearts Lustiest,
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and never answered Saul any more, neither by Prophets, nor by Dreams, and threatens to remove the Candlestick, Revel. 2. 3. Consider, That if the Lord should shew almost the Miracle of his Goodness towards such a shuffling sinner, his Conversion will be 1. the Harder, 2. the more Bitter.
and never answered Saul any more, neither by prophets, nor by Dreams, and threatens to remove the Candlestick, Revel. 2. 3. Consider, That if the Lord should show almost the Miracle of his goodness towards such a shuffling sinner, his Conversion will be 1. the Harder, 2. the more Bitter.
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It will be the Harder, for as much as all further degrees and steps in sinning, do engage the heart more to the love of sin,
It will be the Harder, for as much as all further Degrees and steps in sinning, do engage the heart more to the love of since,
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and naturally infers more hardness of heart, and resistance against the motions of Grace.
and naturally infers more hardness of heart, and resistance against the motions of Grace.
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When a Skaine of Thread is more and more clotted and entangled, it will be the harder to clear it;
When a Skain of Thread is more and more clotted and entangled, it will be the harder to clear it;
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and a Cord may be so knotted, that you cannot undo it, but by cutting it asunder:
and a Cord may be so knotted, that you cannot undo it, but by cutting it asunder:
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Though the work of Conversion be not difficult to God, yet the far running sinner shall find it,
Though the work of Conversion be not difficult to God, yet the Far running sinner shall find it,
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for his part, a more intricate and hitching thing, to wind his heart from those acts and paths of iniquity, into which it hath been so long accustomed.
for his part, a more intricate and hitching thing, to wind his heart from those acts and paths of iniquity, into which it hath been so long accustomed.
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However, it will be the Harsher; the child which sticks so often in the birth, causeth the birth to be more sharp and dolorous.
However, it will be the Harsher; the child which sticks so often in the birth, Causes the birth to be more sharp and dolorous.
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Usually, the more sinfull a man hath been, and the longer he hath held off God, his soul is more cut;
Usually, the more sinful a man hath been, and the longer he hath held off God, his soul is more Cut;
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partly with Fears, for now he hath many doors to unlock ere he can fasten on grounds of comfort;
partly with Fears, for now he hath many doors to unlock ere he can fasten on grounds of Comfort;
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not onely that he hath held on a course of sin so long, but also that he hath so subtilly and frequently withstood the tenders of grace,
not only that he hath held on a course of since so long, but also that he hath so subtly and frequently withstood the tenders of grace,
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and Gods manifold dealings with him already.
and God's manifold dealings with him already.
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Though the person may have grace truly wrought in him, to make him see all this vileness,
Though the person may have grace truly wrought in him, to make him see all this vileness,
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yet it may be long ere his faith shall be able comfortably to apprehend Gods mercy to forgive it.
yet it may be long ere his faith shall be able comfortably to apprehend God's mercy to forgive it.
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He may have doubts, not onely of mercy, but of the truth of his conversion, as if it seemed rather to be compulsive;
He may have doubts, not only of mercy, but of the truth of his conversion, as if it seemed rather to be compulsive;
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God may long withhold from him the testimony of his love, who hath a long time perversly withheld the consent of his heart from returning unto him.
God may long withhold from him the testimony of his love, who hath a long time perversely withheld the consent of his heart from returning unto him.
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Partly with Shame: It will be an exceeding reproach and confusion of face unto this person,
Partly with Shame: It will be an exceeding reproach and confusion of face unto this person,
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when ever the Lord converts him, that he should deal with the Lord thus, resist his Spirit so much,
when ever the Lord converts him, that he should deal with the Lord thus, resist his Spirit so much,
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and withstand that great kindness of God intended to him by the many means which he hath used.
and withstand that great kindness of God intended to him by the many means which he hath used.
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Surely, after that I was turned, I repented, saith Ephraim, and after that I was instructed I smote upon my thigh, I was ashamed, Surely, After that I was turned, I repented, Says Ephraim, and After that I was instructed I smote upon my thigh, I was ashamed,
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yea, even confounded, because I did bear the reproach of my youth, Jer. 31. 19. Then shall ye remember your own evil ways,
yea, even confounded, Because I did bear the reproach of my youth, Jer. 31. 19. Then shall you Remember your own evil ways,
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and your doings that were not good, and shall loath your selves in your own sight,
and your doings that were not good, and shall loath your selves in your own sighed,
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for your iniquities, and for your abominations. Ezek. 36. 31. Ah! how it will rent and press the soul!for your iniquities, and for your abominations. Ezekiel 36. 31. Ah! how it will rend and press the soul!
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Such a fool, such a beast was I, to pursue my own ruine, to reject my own mercies, to slight so great salvation, to vex so good a God,
Such a fool, such a beast was I, to pursue my own ruin, to reject my own Mercies, to slight so great salvation, to vex so good a God,
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and to be so infinitely, unthankfully base, that if I could have found any means of support, I would never have submitted unto him, and left my sinfull course:
and to be so infinitely, unthankfully base, that if I could have found any means of support, I would never have submitted unto him, and left my sinful course:
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Ah! how doth the Lord take this at my hands? how unacceptable may my returning now be, which may seem rather to be forced through extremity,
Ah! how does the Lord take this At my hands? how unacceptable may my returning now be, which may seem rather to be forced through extremity,
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than to spring out of any ingenuity. So that you see, by our sinfull shiftings, either God may deny us converting grace,
than to spring out of any ingenuity. So that you see, by our sinful shiftings, either God may deny us converting grace,
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or else we shall make our Conversion much less easie and comfortable.
or Else we shall make our Conversion much less easy and comfortable.
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Object. But some may say, What can we help it? can we turn our own hearts? it must be the Lord who must do that;Object. But Some may say, What can we help it? can we turn our own hearts? it must be the Lord who must do that;
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and he might do it at the first as well at at the last, if he would.
and he might do it At the First as well At At the last, if he would.
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Sol. And is this excuse to pass for currant? hath not God dealt with thee often? didst not thou more often harden thine own heart, willingly withdraw thy self, Sol. And is this excuse to pass for currant? hath not God dealt with thee often? didst not thou more often harden thine own heart, willingly withdraw thy self,
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and all out of a love to sin? 2. Though thou couldst not convert thine own heart yet this thou mightest have done in the times of afflictions, &c. considered, what might move the Lord thus to deal with thee;
and all out of a love to since? 2. Though thou Couldst not convert thine own heart yet this thou Mightest have done in the times of afflictions, etc. considered, what might move the Lord thus to deal with thee;
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all, or some of the causes which thy own conscience did freely suggest, and the ends which God pointed thee to, to reform them;
all, or Some of the Causes which thy own conscience did freely suggest, and the ends which God pointed thee to, to reform them;
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And then to have gone to him by vehement prayer, to convert thy heart from thy sins, to teach it righteousness, to submit to his instructions:
And then to have gone to him by vehement prayer, to convert thy heart from thy Sins, to teach it righteousness, to submit to his instructions:
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Thou mightst thus have gone to him who can convert, and have waited on him in the means of conversion;
Thou Mightest thus have gone to him who can convert, and have waited on him in the means of conversion;
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but thou didst nor desire after him, nor delightedst to seek him, &c.
but thou didst nor desire After him, nor delightedst to seek him, etc.
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2. But What may we do to prevent this shuffling, and assaying of means to support us in sinning,
2. But What may we do to prevent this shuffling, and assaying of means to support us in sinning,
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when the Lord deals with us, and calls upon us for the leaving of sin?
when the Lord deals with us, and calls upon us for the leaving of since?
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Sol. I would commend these five Directions. 1. Strive to be convinced of this, That as long as the Course is a sinfull Course, it can never be a safe Course. Sol. I would commend these five Directions. 1. Strive to be convinced of this, That as long as the Course is a sinful Course, it can never be a safe Course.
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We may weary our selves in the multitude of our imaginations and ways, but run what course you please,
We may weary our selves in the multitude of our Imaginations and ways, but run what course you please,
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and pursue your own devices, yet this ye shall reap of the Lord, you shall lie down in your shame and sorrow;
and pursue your own devices, yet this you shall reap of the Lord, you shall lie down in your shame and sorrow;
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you may run to new experiments, but misery will follow your sins the next time as well as this,
you may run to new experiments, but misery will follow your Sins the next time as well as this,
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and in every way as well as one way: Your sins will find you out;
and in every Way as well as one Way: Your Sins will find you out;
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and as long as you carry your sins with you, you cannot keep off calamities from you.
and as long as you carry your Sins with you, you cannot keep off calamities from you.
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2. Of necessity you must return or perish: Your sinfull course is a by-path, and leads to death.
2. Of necessity you must return or perish: Your sinful course is a bypath, and leads to death.
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It is sinfull, and you know it; and being sinfull, it must be miserable.
It is sinful, and you know it; and being sinful, it must be miserable.
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To what end doth the Patient excuse the taking of the Receipt, the wholsome Balm? he must die if he doth not receive it:
To what end does the Patient excuse the taking of the Receipt, the wholesome Balm? he must die if he does not receive it:
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So consider, To what end do I thus vary my paths, and shuffle and seek supports? there is nothing strong enough to secure a sinner;
So Consider, To what end do I thus vary my paths, and shuffle and seek supports? there is nothing strong enough to secure a sinner;
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and let me sadly consider, that I must one time or other leave these sinnings, or else farewel my Soul and Salvation.
and let me sadly Consider, that I must one time or other leave these sinnings, or Else farewell my Soul and Salvation.
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3. It cannot but be best, the sooner it is: I must return, or perish; too soon I cannot return, and the sooner the better.
3. It cannot but be best, the sooner it is: I must return, or perish; too soon I cannot return, and the sooner the better.
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A Souldier of a middle age, a Counsellor of a grave age, and a Penitent of a young age, are still the best.
A Soldier of a middle age, a Counsellor of a grave age, and a Penitent of a young age, Are still the best.
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The work which must be done, is best done when soonest: Best, for Safety; for, thy life is very uncertain;
The work which must be done, is best done when soonest: Best, for Safety; for, thy life is very uncertain;
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and if thou doest not leave thy sins to day, thou mayest be in Hell (for ought thou knowest) for thy sins to morrow:
and if thou dost not leave thy Sins to day, thou Mayest be in Hell (for ought thou Knowest) for thy Sins to morrow:
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For Acceptance; the Lord likes it best, when one word of Mercy can cause us to trust, For Acceptance; the Lord likes it best, when one word of Mercy can cause us to trust,
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and one shaking of the Rod can cause us to tremble, and when one command sufficeth to turn us;
and one shaking of the Rod can cause us to tremble, and when one command Suffices to turn us;
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when upon the first Arrest, we give up our Weapons, it pleaseth Soveraignty best:
when upon the First Arrest, we give up our Weapons, it Pleases Sovereignty best:
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For Quietness; for we do hereby deliver not onely our Souls, but Bodies also, from many troubles, the sooner we do repent, and plainly yield; why! For Quietness; for we do hereby deliver not only our Souls, but Bodies also, from many Troubles, the sooner we do Repent, and plainly yield; why!
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Conscience speaks peace the sooner, and God commands mercies the faster; strong Sins, breed long afflictions;
Conscience speaks peace the sooner, and God commands Mercies the faster; strong Sins, breed long afflictions;
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but give up the Sins, and God gives up the Quarrel; throw over Bichri 's head to Joab, and he will presently remove the siege.
but give up the Sins, and God gives up the Quarrel; throw over Bichri is head to Joab, and he will presently remove the siege.
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If a man had health, he might take sleep the better; but as long as the body is diseased, it is unquiet.
If a man had health, he might take sleep the better; but as long as the body is diseased, it is unquiet.
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4. Strive against those diverting Principles, which do draw thee from the right and onely way,
4. Strive against those diverting Principles, which do draw thee from the right and only Way,
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and put thee on by-thoughts and by-paths, and a vain assayment of means to support us:
and put thee on by-thoughts and bypaths, and a vain assayment of means to support us:
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As 1. Presumption, either of Mercy, though thou doest add drunkenness to thirst, and still findest out thine own inventions;
As 1. Presumption, either of Mercy, though thou dost add Drunkenness to thirst, and still Findest out thine own Inventions;
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or thine own Power: Thou mayest be hindred of the time which thou doest project, and mayest want strength to execute thy purposes:
or thine own Power: Thou Mayest be hindered of the time which thou dost project, and Mayest want strength to execute thy Purposes:
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For sinfull practises do altogether weaken our power, whilest they delude us with a conceit of strength hereafter. 2. Stoutness and pride of spirit:
For sinful practises do altogether weaken our power, whilst they delude us with a conceit of strength hereafter. 2. Stoutness and pride of Spirit:
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Do not, in a bravery of villany, dispute with the Almighty God;
Do not, in a bravery of villainy, dispute with the Almighty God;
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it may prove a sad Victory to thee that thou art able to reject good counsel,
it may prove a sad Victory to thee that thou art able to reject good counsel,
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and to quench all good motions. 3. Delight in sin, which drowns the errand of all afflictions, &c.
and to quench all good motions. 3. Delight in since, which drowns the errand of all afflictions, etc.
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5. Beseech the Lord, at the very first, to circumcise the stubbornness of your hearts, and to give you the understanding ear, and the obedient spirit;
5. Beseech the Lord, At the very First, to circumcise the stubbornness of your hearts, and to give you the understanding ear, and the obedient Spirit;
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that when in the Word he calls upon you to turn from your sins, your hearts may fall down,
that when in the Word he calls upon you to turn from your Sins, your hearts may fallen down,
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and cry out, O Lord, turn me;
and cry out, Oh Lord, turn me;
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and when by afflictions he calls upon you to turn, you may presently humble your hearts,
and when by afflictions he calls upon you to turn, you may presently humble your hearts,
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and cry out, O Lord, pardon me; O Lord, heal me; O Lord, turn and save me:
and cry out, Oh Lord, pardon me; Oh Lord, heal me; Oh Lord, turn and save me:
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Let us all think of this;
Let us all think of this;
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You know that the Lord is displeased with us, and we have hitherto hardened our hearts against the Lord;
You know that the Lord is displeased with us, and we have hitherto hardened our hearts against the Lord;
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God hath dealt with us once, twice, often, in publick, in private ways, and still we seek our own ways, delude the work of Repentance, set nothing to heart,
God hath dealt with us once, twice, often, in public, in private ways, and still we seek our own ways, delude the work of Repentance, Set nothing to heart,
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nor repent of our evil doings.
nor Repent of our evil doings.
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I I. Now I proceed to the Second thing, which is, The final disappointment of the Prodigals assays and designs, in these words, [ And no man gave unto him. ] Whence I observe,
I I Now I proceed to the Second thing, which is, The final disappointment of the Prodigals assays and designs, in these words, [ And no man gave unto him. ] Whence I observe,
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That nothing shall avail the shuffling sinner, until he doth turn from his sins; That nothing shall avail the shuffling sinner, until he does turn from his Sins;
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but God will disappoint all his projects, batter down all his confidences, frustrate all his expectations, drive him out of all his harbours,
but God will disappoint all his projects, batter down all his confidences, frustrate all his Expectations, drive him out of all his harbours,
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and overthrow all the means and ways which he flies unto. and overthrow all the means and ways which he flies unto.
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Before I confirm this Assertion, let me premise a few particulars, that so you may rightly conceive the scope of it. Thus then.
Before I confirm this Assertion, let me premise a few particulars, that so you may rightly conceive the scope of it. Thus then.
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1. I intend the Assertion, of a sinner whom God doth intend to convert; others he may leave to prosper in their imaginations:
1. I intend the Assertion, of a sinner whom God does intend to convert; Others he may leave to prosper in their Imaginations:
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For you see it raised from the disappointment of a Prodigal, one whose conversion at length attended his manifold afflictions,
For you see it raised from the disappointment of a Prodigal, one whose conversion At length attended his manifold afflictions,
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and as manifold contrivances to keep up his sinfull conversation:
and as manifold contrivances to keep up his sinful Conversation:
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though such a person knows not it, nor thinks on it, yet God is secretly against him,
though such a person knows not it, nor thinks on it, yet God is secretly against him,
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and thrusts him off from all the Cities of Refuge, unto which he flies;
and thrusts him off from all the Cities of Refuge, unto which he flies;
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which way soever he turns, and what course soever he applies himself unto, whatsoever vessel he puts himself into, it shall be like Jonah 's ship, which will not be quiet until he be cast out,
which Way soever he turns, and what course soever he Applies himself unto, whatsoever vessel he puts himself into, it shall be like Jonah is ship, which will not be quiet until he be cast out,
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until he doth come to consider of his doings, and return.
until he does come to Consider of his doings, and return.
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2. I intend the Assertion, of an eventual, not of an instantaneous disappointment: (i.) Though for the present,
2. I intend the Assertion, of an eventual, not of an instantaneous disappointment: (i.) Though for the present,
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and some short space, the cunning sinner may quietly possess the fruits of his projects, and solace himself in some carnal securities;
and Some short Molle, the cunning sinner may quietly possess the fruits of his projects, and solace himself in Some carnal securities;
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yet at length, sooner or later, God will again besiege him, and take him off. As it was with Adonijahs guests, though for some minutes they did feast and rejoyce,
yet At length, sooner or later, God will again besiege him, and take him off. As it was with Adonijahs guests, though for Some minutes they did feast and rejoice,
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yet on a sudden they were all amazed, fled and dispersed;
yet on a sudden they were all amazed, fled and dispersed;
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or as it is with the Fowls which are pursued, though they light, as they think, upon a prey,
or as it is with the Fowls which Are pursued, though they Light, as they think, upon a prey,
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yet the Piece is discharged, and they are all driven away:
yet the Piece is discharged, and they Are all driven away:
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So is it with the sinner (whom God intends to convert) though he may contrive a way (as he thinks) and quietly and safely go on in his sinfull course,
So is it with the sinner (whom God intends to convert) though he may contrive a Way (as he thinks) and quietly and safely go on in his sinful course,
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and begin to sit down, yet thither also will the Hue and Cry come, and he shall be forced away;
and begin to fit down, yet thither also will the Hue and Cry come, and he shall be forced away;
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all that also shall be dashed in pieces; there will come down a Writ of Ejection, and cast him out of the house,
all that also shall be dashed in Pieces; there will come down a Writ of Ejection, and cast him out of the house,
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as it did Ahab out of the Vineyard which he had unjustly possessed;
as it did Ahab out of the Vineyard which he had unjustly possessed;
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so that he shall not settle long upon any way or course, without some special and effectual disturbance from God.
so that he shall not settle long upon any Way or course, without Some special and effectual disturbance from God.
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3. The shuffling projects of a sinner may be reputed invalid, either, when that every thing or way which he contrives is rased and slighted:
3. The shuffling projects of a sinner may be reputed invalid, either, when that every thing or Way which he contrives is rased and slighted:
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As a Ca••le, unto which the Souldiers fly, is demolished;
As a Ca••le, unto which the Soldiers fly, is demolished;
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so when the Lord takes off that Friend, or utterly blasts that course of Living, that way of Trade and Imployment wherein a sinner trusted all his hopes with:
so when the Lord Takes off that Friend, or utterly blasts that course of Living, that Way of Trade and Employment wherein a sinner trusted all his hope's with:
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Or, When that which the sinner contrived as his help and strength, shall shut the gate against him, not admit him into harbour:
Or, When that which the sinner contrived as his help and strength, shall shut the gate against him, not admit him into harbour:
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Or, when that which he hath with much art and pains contrived, is so far from proving an help, that it augments his grief and trouble:
Or, when that which he hath with much art and pains contrived, is so Far from proving an help, that it augments his grief and trouble:
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There is, as it were, an evil spirit, put in twixt the plotting heart, and the obtained help,
There is, as it were, an evil Spirit, put in betwixt the plotting heart, and the obtained help,
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so that it proves a bitter enemy instead of a friend, and a further misery instead of a comfort. One of these ways doth God make the shuffling projects of a sinner unavailable;
so that it Proves a bitter enemy instead of a friend, and a further misery instead of a Comfort. One of these ways does God make the shuffling projects of a sinner unavailable;
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either by blasting that vain Gourd which delightfully shadowed him;
either by blasting that vain Gourd which delightfully shadowed him;
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or by turning off the sinner from the Horns of those Altars, unto which he flies in times of misery;
or by turning off the sinner from the Horns of those Altars, unto which he flies in times of misery;
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or else by making the land of Egypt, into which he flies for Bread and Corn, to become an House of cruel Bondage;
or Else by making the land of Egypt, into which he flies for Bred and Corn, to become an House of cruel Bondage;
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I mean, by turning his desires into, if not Curses, yet intollerable Crosses.
I mean, by turning his Desires into, if not Curses, yet intolerable Crosses.
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4. Whether the cause why the sinner doth shuffle, be inward, or whether it be outward; whether it be the strokes of Conscience, or whether it be the stripes of Affliction; he shall neither keep down the one, nor keep off the other, but the inward wounds shall ever and anon be renewed.
4. Whither the cause why the sinner does shuffle, be inward, or whither it be outward; whither it be the Strokes of Conscience, or whither it be the stripes of Affliction; he shall neither keep down the one, nor keep off the other, but the inward wounds shall ever and anon be renewed.
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As all the endeavours of the Mariners could not calm the Sea, until Jonah was cast out of the ship;
As all the endeavours of the Mariners could not Cam the Sea, until Jonah was cast out of the ship;
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so until the sinner forsakes his evil ways, there is no escaping the one or the other.
so until the sinner forsakes his evil ways, there is no escaping the one or the other.
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The Proposition being thus explicated, I shall briefly confirm it, by resolving two things; 1. How it may appear to be true? 2. Why it is so?
The Proposition being thus explicated, I shall briefly confirm it, by resolving two things; 1. How it may appear to be true? 2. Why it is so?
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Quest. 1. How it may appear to be a truth, that nothing shall avail the shuffling sinner,
Quest. 1. How it may appear to be a truth, that nothing shall avail the shuffling sinner,
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until he returns from his sins?
until he returns from his Sins?
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Sol. Thus: 1. The Lord doth many times make all the helps and means which the sinner useth, to be vain, and unable, and insufficient. Sol. Thus: 1. The Lord does many times make all the helps and means which the sinner uses, to be vain, and unable, and insufficient.
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This is imported in that phrase, Jer. 3. 23. Truly in vain is salvation hoped for from the hills, This is imported in that phrase, Jer. 3. 23. Truly in vain is salvation hoped for from the hills,
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and from the multitude of mountains. and from the multitude of Mountains.
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The Israelites were distressed by reason of their sins, they were besieged and surprized by the Babylonians; their proper work now had been to have returned unto the Lord:
The Israelites were distressed by reason of their Sins, they were besieged and surprised by the Babylonians; their proper work now had been to have returned unto the Lord:
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But they still go on, and think to salve and secure themselves by the help of Syria; but all in vain, they could not preserve them, they were not able.
But they still go on, and think to salve and secure themselves by the help of Syria; but all in vain, they could not preserve them, they were not able.
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So the Prophet, Hos. 5 13. When Ephraim saw his sickness, and Judah his wound,
So the Prophet, Hos. 5 13. When Ephraim saw his sickness, and Judah his wound,
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then went Ephraim to the Assyrian, and sent to King Jarib, yet could he not heal you,
then went Ephraim to the assyrian, and sent to King Jarib, yet could he not heal you,
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nor cure you of your wound. He alludes to a sick patient, and an impotent Physitian, who cannot possibly heal.nor cure you of your wound. He alludes to a sick patient, and an impotent physician, who cannot possibly heal.
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See, all the strength unto which they repaired, could not deliver or secure them;
See, all the strength unto which they repaired, could not deliver or secure them;
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though they did undertake the cure, the safety, yet they could not perform it. 2. That shame which hath covered the faces of sinners after all their cunning experiments, confirms this truth also, That nothing avails, &c. The Israelites tried the help of Assyria, but that was too weak a Bow;
though they did undertake the cure, the safety, yet they could not perform it. 2. That shame which hath covered the faces of Sinners After all their cunning experiments, confirms this truth also, That nothing avails, etc. The Israelites tried the help of Assyria, but that was too weak a Bow;
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then they have another project, they will make use of Egypt; nor should this prosper, when they had tried it, they were ashamed of it; they had propounded great matters,
then they have Another project, they will make use of Egypt; nor should this prosper, when they had tried it, they were ashamed of it; they had propounded great matters,
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and boasted much, how able they should now be, and how safe; but when all came to all, nothing at all came of it.
and boasted much, how able they should now be, and how safe; but when all Come to all, nothing At all Come of it.
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J•r. 2. 36, Why gaddest thou about so much to change thy way? thou also shalt be ashamed of Egypt, J•r. 2. 36, Why gaddest thou about so much to change thy Way? thou also shalt be ashamed of Egypt,
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as thou wast ashamed of Assyria. v. 37. Yea, thou shalt go forth from him, and thine hands upon thy head;
as thou wast ashamed of Assyria. v. 37. Yea, thou shalt go forth from him, and thine hands upon thy head;
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for the Lord hath rejected thy confidences, and thou shalt not prosper in them. for the Lord hath rejected thy confidences, and thou shalt not prosper in them.
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3. The Lord hath pulled the sinners out of their sanctuaries and helps unto which they have fled;
3. The Lord hath pulled the Sinners out of their sanctuaries and helps unto which they have fled;
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yea, hath pulled them out like sheep, Jer. 12. 3. and taken them away as with fish-hooks, Amos 4. 2. 4. He hath dashed in pieces the refuges on which they trusted;
yea, hath pulled them out like sheep, Jer. 12. 3. and taken them away as with fishhooks, Amos 4. 2. 4. He hath dashed in Pieces the refuges on which they trusted;
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blown down the house which they took up to lodge in;
blown down the house which they took up to lodge in;
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as is evident in the cracking of the King of Egypt, unto whom the Israelites in their captivities fled;
as is evident in the cracking of the King of Egypt, unto whom the Israelites in their Captivities fled;
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but the Lord brought on him the Army of the Chaldeans, which utterly overthrew him.
but the Lord brought on him the Army of the Chaldeans, which utterly overthrew him.
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As it was with Jonah, who fled from the Lord, and got into a ship for •arshish; the Lord sent a wind and storm, which did never leave working, till it purged Jonah out of the ship.
As it was with Jonah, who fled from the Lord, and god into a ship for •arshish; the Lord sent a wind and storm, which did never leave working, till it purged Jonah out of the ship.
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So that strength, and secure defence, unto which the sinner betakes himself, God doth as it were besiege him therein,
So that strength, and secure defence, unto which the sinner betakes himself, God does as it were besiege him therein,
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and never leaves, until he hath demolished it, and brought him to terms of capitulation afresh. 5. By making his sinfull contrivances to prove his stronger and harder fetters;
and never leaves, until he hath demolished it, and brought him to terms of capitulation afresh. 5. By making his sinful contrivances to prove his Stronger and harder fetters;
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that that way, and that comfort which the sinner took up as a shadow from the storm and heat, hath (like some hired Souldiers in the day of battel) wheel'd about,
that that Way, and that Comfort which the sinner took up as a shadow from the storm and heat, hath (like Some hired Soldiers in the day of battle) wheeled about,
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and become the strongest snare, and bitterest burden.
and become the Strongest snare, and Bitterest burden.
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As David complained of some of his friends, that they did prove his most enraged and cutting enemies;
As David complained of Some of his Friends, that they did prove his most enraged and cutting enemies;
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Or as the Prophet speaks, The men of thy Confederacy have brought thee even to the border;
Or as the Prophet speaks, The men of thy Confederacy have brought thee even to the border;
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the men that were at peace with thee, have deceived thee; they that did eat thy bread, have laid a wound under thee. the men that were At peace with thee, have deceived thee; they that did eat thy bred, have laid a wound under thee.
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Obad. 7. So the Lord hath so over-ruled it, that he hath driven the sinner to a miserable stand,
Obadiah 7. So the Lord hath so overruled it, that he hath driven the sinner to a miserable stand,
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even when he hath pursued the wyaes (as he thought) of his own contentment;
even when he hath pursued the wyaes (as he Thought) of his own contentment;
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in the pursuing whereof, he hath onely followed a smiling River, into a most unquiet and troublesome Sea. 6. By a most perfect beleagring (as it were) of a projecting sinner: hedging up all his ways with thorns,
in the pursuing whereof, he hath only followed a smiling River, into a most unquiet and troublesome Sea. 6. By a most perfect beleaguering (as it were) of a projecting sinner: hedging up all his ways with thorns,
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or immuring of him as in a Castle, Hos. 2. and shutting of him up, that there shall be no going out or coming in.
or immuring of him as in a Castle, Hos. 2. and shutting of him up, that there shall be no going out or coming in.
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Now for the second Question, Why nothing shall avail the shuffling sinner, until he repents?
Now for the second Question, Why nothing shall avail the shuffling sinner, until he repents?
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I conjecture these Reasons may be rendred. 1. That unhappy quality of sin which makes every way unsuccessfull.
I conjecture these Reasons may be rendered. 1. That unhappy quality of since which makes every Way unsuccessful.
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It is like some weeds which mar every dish they come into; or like some servants, under whose hand nothing prospers: So is it with sin;
It is like Some weeds which mar every dish they come into; or like Some Servants, under whose hand nothing prospers: So is it with since;
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it is an unprosperous thing, and mars all;
it is an unprosperous thing, and mars all;
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the worm in our gourd, arms every creature against us, it alone were enough to batter down the strongest Castle,
the worm in our gourd, arms every creature against us, it alone were enough to batter down the Strongest Castle,
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and to blast our sweetest comforts;
and to blast our Sweetest comforts;
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it thrusts in a secret curse upon all our undertakings. 2. Whiles the Lord is against a man, nothing can be sufficient to help him.
it thrusts in a secret curse upon all our undertakings. 2. While the Lord is against a man, nothing can be sufficient to help him.
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What can prove a friend, while the Lord is an enemy? all things come on,
What can prove a friend, while the Lord is an enemy? all things come on,
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or fall off, as God draws near, or stands off from us;
or fallen off, as God draws near, or Stands off from us;
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we can never establish our selves by our own hand, nor against Gods. You may read in Hos. 5. 13. that Ephraim and Judah in their distress betook them to the Assyrians, b•• they could do them no good.
we can never establish our selves by our own hand, nor against God's You may read in Hos. 5. 13. that Ephraim and Judah in their distress betook them to the Assyrians, b•• they could do them no good.
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V. 14. For I will be unto Ephraim as a Lion, and as a young Lion to the house of Judah;
V. 14. For I will be unto Ephraim as a lion, and as a young lion to the house of Judah;
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I, even I, will tear, and go away; I will take away, and none shall rescue him. I, even I, will tear, and go away; I will take away, and none shall rescue him.
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But now whiles a man goes on, shuffling, in a sinful way, the Lord is against him. 3. The sinner would never turn to God,
But now while a man Goes on, shuffling, in a sinful Way, the Lord is against him. 3. The sinner would never turn to God,
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if any of his own waies could avail. If the ship could any way hold out, the men would not come to shore; if any of his own ways could avail. If the ship could any Way hold out, the men would not come to shore;
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but when it is all split, and they must perish if they swim not, now they make to the shore: So is it here;
but when it is all split, and they must perish if they swim not, now they make to the shore: So is it Here;
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the Lord must wholly unbottom the sinner, he must strip him of all hopes and confidences,
the Lord must wholly unbottom the sinner, he must strip him of all hope's and confidences,
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yea he must hold him as it were over the flames of hell, before he will turn unto him;
yea he must hold him as it were over the flames of hell, before he will turn unto him;
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Oh! the heart of a sinner hath made a covenant with sin, which will not easily be disannul•ed;
Oh! the heart of a sinner hath made a Covenant with since, which will not Easily be disannul•ed;
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ordinarily, till the very life comes to it, that a man sees he must presently be damned,
ordinarily, till the very life comes to it, that a man sees he must presently be damned,
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if he doth not repent, he will stand it out against God. Now to proceed to the Application of this:
if he does not Repent, he will stand it out against God. Now to proceed to the Application of this:
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Shall nothing help the shuffling sinner till he repents? then certainly the Lord shews great mercy unto him; it is one of the greatest judgments,
Shall nothing help the shuffling sinner till he repents? then Certainly the Lord shows great mercy unto him; it is one of the greatest Judgments,
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when the Lord lets the sinner alone, to go on and prosper;
when the Lord lets the sinner alone, to go on and prosper;
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a miserable thing it is, when the patient is given over, and no Physician will meddle with him;
a miserable thing it is, when the patient is given over, and no physician will meddle with him;
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so on the contrary, It is a great mercy, when the Lord doth not give over the sinner,
so on the contrary, It is a great mercy, when the Lord does not give over the sinner,
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but still follows him, and still disappoints his counsels, and undermines as it were his projects,
but still follows him, and still disappoints his Counsels, and undermines as it were his projects,
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and is too hard for him in all his waies. Thou doest oft times take it heavily, that the Lord should stand against thee thus,
and is too hard for him in all his ways. Thou dost oft times take it heavily, that the Lord should stand against thee thus,
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and pull away this comfort, and stop up that way, and disappoint and defeat one enterprise after another: Why!
and pull away this Comfort, and stop up that Way, and disappoint and defeat one enterprise After Another: Why!
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now consider, were it kindness to let thee make up thy works to hold out against God? Were it a mercy to thee, to let thee grow strong in a way of damnation? The Lord is still against me, saiest thou, I can set on no way,
now Consider, were it kindness to let thee make up thy works to hold out against God? Were it a mercy to thee, to let thee grow strong in a Way of damnation? The Lord is still against me, Sayest thou, I can Set on no Way,
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but I find him my adversary; I cannot settle on any thing, but he plucks it off:
but I find him my adversary; I cannot settle on any thing, but he plucks it off:
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I answer, The Lord is not so much against thee, as thou art against thy self;
I answer, The Lord is not so much against thee, as thou art against thy self;
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it is true, the Lord hath not yet done with thee; Why!
it is true, the Lord hath not yet done with thee; Why!
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because thou hast not yet done with sin? and his hand is still stretched out against thee,
Because thou hast not yet done with since? and his hand is still stretched out against thee,
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Why? because thy hand is still stretched out against him; he doth by variety of afflictions and crosses still pursue thee;
Why? Because thy hand is still stretched out against him; he does by variety of afflictions and Crosses still pursue thee;
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but let me tell thee one thing, It is better he should pursue thy sins, then thy soul;
but let me tell thee one thing, It is better he should pursue thy Sins, then thy soul;
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let the afflictions be what they will, they are better then damnation;
let the afflictions be what they will, they Are better then damnation;
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all that God intends unto thee is onely this, he will never leave thee, untill he hath overcome thee;
all that God intends unto thee is only this, he will never leave thee, until he hath overcome thee;
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as they in the war take one out-work after another, untill the besieged do yield up:
as they in the war take one outwork After Another, until the besieged do yield up:
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So is it with the Lord, he will drive thee out of all thy holds,
So is it with the Lord, he will drive thee out of all thy holds,
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as he did Nebuchadnezzar out of his Kingdom, untill he hath brought thee to humble thy self for thy sins, and repent.
as he did Nebuchadnezzar out of his Kingdom, until he hath brought thee to humble thy self for thy Sins, and Repent.
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And what is all this, but a most tender mercy which doth thus pursue thee, onely that it may save thee.
And what is all this, but a most tender mercy which does thus pursue thee, only that it may save thee.
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2. Then it is in vain to strive against God, to hold out, for nothing shall avail:
2. Then it is in vain to strive against God, to hold out, for nothing shall avail:
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Are we stronger then he, said the Apostle? Can our counsels lie hid from his wisdome? or can we set upon the waies where his eie cannot find us? Can we grasp the comfort at all, which his hand cannot instantly pull from us? Can we command ourown safeties, are we Stronger then he, said the Apostle? Can our Counsels lie hid from his Wisdom? or can we Set upon the ways where his eye cannot find us? Can we grasp the Comfort At all, which his hand cannot instantly pull from us? Can we command ourown Safeties,
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whilst he is displeased with us? or prosper at all while he saies, Cursed is every fruit of thy labour? Can any way of thine enable thee against him who can crack a whole world at once? thou canst repose thy self on none but creatures,
while he is displeased with us? or prosper At all while he Says, Cursed is every fruit of thy labour? Can any Way of thine enable thee against him who can Crac a Whole world At once? thou Canst repose thy self on none but creatures,
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and hadst thou them all, what were they, could they secure thee against their Lord? Is there any creature a Castle strong enough to retein a sinful traitor against God.
and Hadst thou them all, what were they, could they secure thee against their Lord? Is there any creature a Castle strong enough to retain a sinful traitor against God.
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3. Lastly, then let us speedily return, and at once take forth the lesson of all Gods dealing with us;
3. Lastly, then let us speedily return, and At once take forth the Lesson of all God's dealing with us;
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that which he aims at is our repentance; Let former times and denials and subtilties suffice us;
that which he aims At is our Repentance; Let former times and denials and subtleties suffice us;
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doth God strike off all thy friends, and lay them aside? doth he pull thee out of every harbor? do all the means on which thou trustedst forsake and fail thee? O then return unto the Lord;
does God strike off all thy Friends, and lay them aside? does he pull thee out of every harbour? do all the means on which thou trustedst forsake and fail thee? O then return unto the Lord;
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all this befalls thee, purposely to bring thee home to thy father;
all this befalls thee, purposely to bring thee home to thy father;
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It is because the Lord would have thy heart, thy love, thy joy, thy fear, thy hope, thy confidence, thy obedience, &c.
It is Because the Lord would have thy heart, thy love, thy joy, thy Fear, thy hope, thy confidence, thy Obedience, etc.
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Luke 15. 17. And when hee came to himself, he said, How many hired servants of my father have bread enough, Lycia 15. 17. And when he Come to himself, he said, How many hired Servants of my father have bred enough,
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and to spare, and I perish with hunger? ver. 18. I will arise and go to my father, &c. These words contain in them the happy fruits of sharp afflictions, the dawning of the day after a stormy night, the quicknings of a dead man, the penitential recovery of a sinful Prodigal.and to spare, and I perish with hunger? ver. 18. I will arise and go to my father, etc. These words contain in them the happy fruits of sharp afflictions, the dawning of the day After a stormy night, the quickenings of a dead man, the penitential recovery of a sinful Prodigal.
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We must not despair of men, though they be great sinners; a prodigal, riotous, luxurious person begins here to return;
We must not despair of men, though they be great Sinners; a prodigal, riotous, luxurious person begins Here to return;
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nor must we be quick and peremptory in our final censures of them, though (like a ship in many storms) they hold on their sinful courses after many dealings,
nor must we be quick and peremptory in our final censures of them, though (like a ship in many storms) they hold on their sinful courses After many dealings,
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for the power which converts is mighty, and the season to convert is different;
for the power which converts is mighty, and the season to convert is different;
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God doth as it were nurse up some from their youth in grace, others he leaves to conquer in battel;
God does as it were nurse up Some from their youth in grace, Others he leaves to conquer in battle;
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when their deseases are grown to age and strength, yet he can over-master and heal them, as here the Prodigal.
when their diseases Are grown to age and strength, yet he can overmaster and heal them, as Here the Prodigal.
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Concerning whose penitent estate (which was the second General) you may he pleased to consider a double act: 1. One of his Judgment, described in this vers. 17. 2. Another of his Will, described in vers. 18. the former is an act of inspection, in the viewing of his bad life;
Concerning whose penitent estate (which was the second General) you may he pleased to Consider a double act: 1. One of his Judgement, described in this vers. 17. 2. another of his Will, described in vers. 18. the former is an act of inspection, in the viewing of his bad life;
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the other is an act of resolution, to change and leave it; that is, (if I may so call it) the fundamental work of Repentance,
the other is an act of resolution, to change and leave it; that is, (if I may so call it) the fundamental work of Repentance,
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and this is the formal work of it; the one is the framing, the other is the launching of the ship.
and this is the formal work of it; the one is the framing, the other is the launching of the ship.
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I must treat next on the first work, which is the judgment of the Prodigal. Some call it an act of Consideration, which is such an effect of right reason, whereby we rightly understand and judge of things;
I must Treat next on the First work, which is the judgement of the Prodigal. some call it an act of Consideration, which is such an Effect of right reason, whereby we rightly understand and judge of things;
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Others conjecture it an act of Consultation, wherein he did deliberate and debate his way and condition throughly in his mind, in comparing it with another opposite condition;
Others conjecture it an act of Consultation, wherein he did deliberate and debate his Way and condition thoroughly in his mind, in comparing it with Another opposite condition;
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so then in this judicious working of his you have:
so then in this judicious working of his you have:
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First, A serious consideration [ he came to himself ] (i.) now he began to bethink where he was, and what he had done;First, A serious consideration [ he Come to himself ] (i.) now he began to bethink where he was, and what he had done;
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like a mad man before he still raged, and ran on, never minded any thing but his sins,
like a mad man before he still raged, and ran on, never minded any thing but his Sins,
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but now his reason comes into joint again, hee soberly and in good earnest considers of his course and estate. Secondly, A wise consultation:
but now his reason comes into joint again, he soberly and in good earnest considers of his course and estate. Secondly, A wise consultation:
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Ah! thinks he, I have brought my self into a miserable condition, I am even ready to perish with hunger;
Ah! thinks he, I have brought my self into a miserable condition, I am even ready to perish with hunger;
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I have gone on so far in sin, that if I return not, I am lost for ever;
I have gone on so Far in since, that if I return not, I am lost for ever;
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I have tried all the waies that I can imagin, but they prosper not;
I have tried all the ways that I can imagine, but they prosper not;
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die and perish I would not, is life to be had no where? Where might such a poor famisht creature find a bit of bread to save his life;
die and perish I would not, is life to be had no where? Where might such a poor famished creature find a bit of bred to save his life;
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Now I think on it, I have a father living, and he hath bread enough, even his meanest servants have enough, and to spare;
Now I think on it, I have a father living, and he hath bred enough, even his Meanest Servants have enough, and to spare;
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he hath bread for servants, will he have none for a child? they have enough, I have none at all;
he hath bred for Servants, will he have none for a child? they have enough, I have none At all;
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they have to spare, and I hunger, I perish with hunger, my condition is most miserable, their condition is most plentiful;
they have to spare, and I hunger, I perish with hunger, my condition is most miserable, their condition is most plentiful;
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Well! thus I will not rest, I will arise and go to him, &c. Before I handle that Assertion which the text will immediately afford, there may be many not unuseful observations, which occasionally and collaterally fall in:
Well! thus I will not rest, I will arise and go to him, etc. Before I handle that Assertion which the text will immediately afford, there may be many not unuseful observations, which occasionally and collaterally fallen in:
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I will but mention them unto you, and then sit down upon the principal intention of the Verse.
I will but mention them unto you, and then fit down upon the principal intention of the Verse.
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1. That great afflictions may end in a sweet conversion;
1. That great afflictions may end in a sweet conversion;
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or, the sharpest miseries, may prove a means to bring us to the sweetest mercies: Storms, or, the Sharpest misery's, may prove a means to bring us to the Sweetest Mercies: Storms,
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though they be to some shipwracks, yet they landsome;
though they be to Some Shipwrecks, yet they landsome;
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the prodigal met with famine, and that brought him back to his fathers house for bread.
the prodigal met with famine, and that brought him back to his Father's house for bred.
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I had perished, said one, unless I had perished; so may many a man say, Had I not been afflicted, I had been damned;I had perished, said one, unless I had perished; so may many a man say, Had I not been afflicted, I had been damned;
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my great losses have proved my greatest gain;
my great losses have proved my greatest gain;
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I never fell into the love of God, untill I came under the scourge of God.
I never fell into the love of God, until I Come under the scourge of God.
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2. That even a great sinner is not uncapable of mercy or grace;
2. That even a great sinner is not uncapable of mercy or grace;
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a luxurious prodigal, who spent all among Harlots, is now returning home to his father, a penitent and grieved child: and the reason is this;
a luxurious prodigal, who spent all among Harlots, is now returning home to his father, a penitent and grieved child: and the reason is this;
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Though the sins of a man be great, yet the mercies of a God be free,
Though the Sins of a man be great, yet the Mercies of a God be free,
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and mercy advanceth its own glory, when it shines on the greatest sinners. Sin is great, but grace is stronger, it can quicken dead men.
and mercy Advanceth its own glory, when it shines on the greatest Sinners. since is great, but grace is Stronger, it can quicken dead men.
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As the knottiest wood, when it is squared, proves of strongest service;
As the knottiest wood, when it is squared, Proves of Strongest service;
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so the vilest sinner, once converted, proves the faithfullest and activest instrument of glory to God;
so the Vilest sinner, once converted, Proves the Faithfullest and activest Instrument of glory to God;
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and lastly, God doth extend grace to great sinners, that no sinners might despair.
and lastly, God does extend grace to great Sinners, that no Sinners might despair.
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3. That God doth many times permit the sinner to try to the utmost, and then converts him.
3. That God does many times permit the sinner to try to the utmost, and then converts him.
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A long season ere some return:
A long season ere Some return:
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as Paul to breath out persecutions, and to get authority to bind all, &c. and then he is struck down; as Paul to breath out persecutions, and to get Authority to bind all, etc. and then he is struck down;
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hereby he magnifies his patience, and more demonstrates his mercies and goodness, that after all, hee will yet accept of such a sinner, and pardon him.
hereby he Magnifies his patience, and more demonstrates his Mercies and Goodness, that After all, he will yet accept of such a sinner, and pardon him.
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4. That an Ʋnconverted man is a mad man, he is besides himself.
4. That an Ʋnconverted man is a mad man, he is beside himself.
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Sin bereavs the sinner of the right use of reason, and he never comes to be sober, to be himself, until he doth repent;
since bereaus the sinner of the right use of reason, and he never comes to be Sobrium, to be himself, until he does Repent;
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whatsoever fury of spirit, wildness of fancies, rendings of cloaths, tearings of bonds, untameableness, ragings, inconsiderations, are extant in madness, the same are to be found in a meer sinful heart and life:
whatsoever fury of Spirit, wildness of fancies, rendings of clothes, tearings of bonds, untameableness, ragings, inconsiderations, Are extant in madness, the same Are to be found in a mere sinful heart and life:
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all these propositions are observable and useful, but that which I intend to insist on, is this:
all these propositions Are observable and useful, but that which I intend to insist on, is this:
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That a serious Consideration, and the right Comparison of the miserable estate of a sinful Condition, with the happy estate of a Converted condition, are the prime steps and occasions of a true and speedy Repentance. That a serious Consideration, and the right Comparison of the miserable estate of a sinful Condition, with the happy estate of a Converted condition, Are the prime steps and occasions of a true and speedy Repentance.
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For the Explication of this point, I must open some particulars; 1. Concerning a Serious Consideration of a Sinful Condition:
For the Explication of this point, I must open Some particulars; 1. Concerning a Serious Consideration of a Sinful Condition:
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It is an Intentive work of the Judgment, wherein it doth narrowly and diligently meditate on the whole estate of sin.
It is an Intentive work of the Judgement, wherein it does narrowly and diligently meditate on the Whole estate of since.
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It is called in Scripture, a remembring of our wayes;
It is called in Scripture, a remembering of our ways;
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and sometimes a bethinking of our selves, and a seeing what we have done, a pondring of our paths.
and sometime a bethinking of our selves, and a seeing what we have done, a pondering of our paths.
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It is opposed not only to Ignorance and Nescience, but also to Negligence; yea, to rashness and suddenness;
It is opposed not only to Ignorance and Nescience, but also to Negligence; yea, to rashness and suddenness;
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and indeed it is a very deep searching, and minding, and weighing of matters:
and indeed it is a very deep searching, and minding, and weighing of matters:
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When a man sits down and museth, so that his mind and thoughts are throughly imployed, he makes it a special business, he bends all his strength rightly to inform himself, to bring himself to a right understanding of his estate; this is a proper consideration.
When a man sits down and museth, so that his mind and thoughts Are thoroughly employed, he makes it a special business, he bends all his strength rightly to inform himself, to bring himself to a right understanding of his estate; this is a proper consideration.
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There be two kinds of thoughts and mindings:
There be two Kinds of thoughts and mindings:
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some are only Intuitive; they are but the cast of the eye, a glancing, lightning motion. Others are Discursive, fully searching;
Some Are only Intuitive; they Are but the cast of the eye, a glancing, lightning motion. Others Are Discursive, Fully searching;
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the mind in them doth throughly insist on the Natures, Kinds, Circumstances, Occurrences and Issues of things, it is taken up with it as a business.
the mind in them does thoroughly insist on the Nature's, Kinds, circumstances, Occurrences and Issues of things, it is taken up with it as a business.
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The serious consideration of a mans sinfulness, falls into this latter;
The serious consideration of a men sinfulness, falls into this latter;
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it is not a confused work, or a light overly sight of sin, it is a setled and deep pondering of the estate in the Qualities, Acts and Fruits of it; Nature, Number, Circumstances, Danger:
it is not a confused work, or a Light overly sighed of since, it is a settled and deep pondering of the estate in the Qualities, Acts and Fruits of it; Nature, Number, circumstances, Danger:
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v. g. When I seriously consider of my sinful estate, I reflect on my self, what kind of life I lead, what are those qualities, what those wayes which I find and walk in:v. g. When I seriously Consider of my sinful estate, I reflect on my self, what kind of life I led, what Are those qualities, what those ways which I find and walk in:
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my Thoughts, my Affections, my Speeches have been thus; and thus my actions, and thus my course of Life.
my Thoughts, my Affections, my Speeches have been thus; and thus my actions, and thus my course of Life.
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I have many bonds upon me to serve the Lord, and not to sin against him;
I have many bonds upon me to serve the Lord, and not to sin against him;
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but, Wretch that I am, I see all my ways (which I took for pleasures and profits) have been sinful and vile.
but, Wretch that I am, I see all my ways (which I took for pleasures and profits) have been sinful and vile.
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By them all I have violated a righteous Will, dishonored and provoked a great God (whose wrath is a consuming fire) I have (to satisfie them) lost all my comforts, caused many evils to others, brought many miseries on my self, put Christ to death,
By them all I have violated a righteous Will, dishonoured and provoked a great God (whose wrath is a consuming fire) I have (to satisfy them) lost all my comforts, caused many evils to Others, brought many misery's on my self, put christ to death,
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and, if God be not merciful, lost my miserable soul for ever. These wayes (will I not believe mine own eyes?) are extremely sinful,
and, if God be not merciful, lost my miserable soul for ever. These ways (will I not believe mine own eyes?) Are extremely sinful,
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and therefore (should I not believe the Scriptures) are damnable: many a year have I run this course, and often times under checks of Conscience;
and Therefore (should I not believe the Scriptures) Are damnable: many a year have I run this course, and often times under Checks of Conscience;
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very much evil hath already been upon me, and all for sin; some troubles of Conscience:
very much evil hath already been upon me, and all for since; Some Troubles of Conscience:
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And that wrath which God threatens and is behind, is terrible. If I go on thus, I perish for ever;
And that wrath which God threatens and is behind, is terrible. If I go on thus, I perish for ever;
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for whilst I keep my sins, the least sin of them, I must necessarily part with God, and lose my soul.
for while I keep my Sins, the least since of them, I must necessarily part with God, and loose my soul.
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Tell me, O my vainly deluded soul, can that be good which God hates, or safe, which God doth curse? Wouldst thou dye thus? O then thou dyest for ever;
Tell me, Oh my vainly deluded soul, can that be good which God hates, or safe, which God does curse? Wouldst thou die thus? O then thou Dies for ever;
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and why then wilt thou live thus any longer? O thou hast presumed too far already;
and why then wilt thou live thus any longer? O thou hast presumed too Far already;
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perhaps Patience will bear no longer, and Mercy being often abused, may be for ever recalled;
perhaps Patience will bear no longer, and Mercy being often abused, may be for ever Recalled;
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and then, thou, O my Soul, then whither wilt thou go? No, no, we must no more of these forbidden fruits,
and then, thou, Oh my Soul, then whither wilt thou go? No, no, we must no more of these forbidden fruits,
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and no longer must we trade in the paths of death;
and no longer must we trade in the paths of death;
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there is a God who hath lookt on thee all this while, and hates thy wayes,
there is a God who hath looked on thee all this while, and hates thy ways,
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and hath sealed his implacable wrath with an Oath if thou return not:
and hath sealed his implacable wrath with an Oath if thou return not:
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Come, my soul, think aright of God, of thy past acts, of thy present estate, of thy future condition;
Come, my soul, think aright of God, of thy past acts, of thy present estate, of thy future condition;
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believe me, thy Guilts are many, thy Accounts will be bitter; God hath been still dishonoured, he will not be mocked;
believe me, thy Guilts Are many, thy Accounts will be bitter; God hath been still dishonoured, he will not be mocked;
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let us return, for we are out of the way of Heaven, and are even upon the brink of Hell.
let us return, for we Are out of the Way of Heaven, and Are even upon the brink of Hell.
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2. Concerning the right Comparison of the miserableness of a sinful, with the happiness of a penitent Condition, I need say but little:
2. Concerning the right Comparison of the miserableness of a sinful, with the happiness of a penitent Condition, I need say but little:
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It is nothing else, but after a distinct view of either, to set the one against the other in the Nature, Kinds, Qualities, Concomitants, Ends and Issues, v. g. Thus base and foul is an In penitent estate;
It is nothing Else, but After a distinct view of either, to Set the one against the other in the Nature, Kinds, Qualities, Concomitants, Ends and Issues, v. g. Thus base and foul is an In penitent estate;
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thus excellent and glorions is a Converted estate; That how opposite to God, This how suitable;
thus excellent and glorious is a Converted estate; That how opposite to God, This how suitable;
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That how odious to God, This how acceptable; That how covered with threats ▪ This how inriched with promises;
That how odious to God, This how acceptable; That how covered with Treats ▪ This how enriched with promises;
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That is a cloud of thunder, This a river of delight; That is a path of misery, This a way of mercy:
That is a cloud of thunder, This a river of delight; That is a path of misery, This a Way of mercy:
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in that God Abhors me, in this God loves me;
in that God Abhors me, in this God loves me;
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in that I feel his Frowns and strokes, in this I feel his Smiles and comforts;
in that I feel his Frowns and Strokes, in this I feel his Smiles and comforts;
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that brings down all Curses on me, this all Blessings on me;
that brings down all Curses on me, this all Blessings on me;
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In that I shew my self a Rebel, and do nothing but dishonour God, in this a Servant,
In that I show my self a Rebel, and do nothing but dishonour God, in this a Servant,
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and in some measure bring him Glory;
and in Some measure bring him Glory;
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if I continue in that, farewell all Mercy and happiness, I perish with hunger, I am lost for ever;
if I continue in that, farewell all Mercy and happiness, I perish with hunger, I am lost for ever;
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if I attain to this, God is mine, Christ is mine, Mercy, Pardon, Favour, Comfort, Grace, Heaven, Happiness, I sha•l be saved for ever.
if I attain to this, God is mine, christ is mine, Mercy, Pardon, Favour, Comfort, Grace, Heaven, Happiness, I sha•l be saved for ever.
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Now, O my Soul, thou seest both Estates in their Nature, in their Fruits, in their Ends;
Now, Oh my Soul, thou See both Estates in their Nature, in their Fruits, in their Ends;
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yea, thou hast felt the bitterness of the one, say, Is not Mercy better then Misery? is not God better then Sin? is not Heaven better then Hell? is not Plenty better then Famine? Life,
yea, thou hast felt the bitterness of the one, say, Is not Mercy better then Misery? is not God better then since? is not Heaven better then Hell? is not Plenty better then Famine? Life,
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then Death? O then, arise, up, be gone, relinquish thy course of Sin, of Misery, of Death, of Hell,
then Death? O then, arise, up, be gone, relinquish thy course of since, of Misery, of Death, of Hell,
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and arise and go by true Repentance unto God, unto Christ, unto Grace, unto new Obedience,
and arise and go by true Repentance unto God, unto christ, unto Grace, unto new obedience,
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unto Mercy, unto Joy, unto Blessing, unto Life, unto Eternal Life, and that most happy, &c.
unto Mercy, unto Joy, unto Blessing, unto Life, unto Eternal Life, and that most happy, etc.
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3. The third thing is to clear it, How these two are prime steps to Repentance; viz. A Consideration that a sinful course is most miserable,
3. The third thing is to clear it, How these two Are prime steps to Repentance; viz. A Consideration that a sinful course is most miserable,
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and a penitent is most happy and comfortable;
and a penitent is most happy and comfortable;
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are steps, &c. Only premise a difference twixt a Cause, and twixt an Occasion of Repentance.
Are steps, etc. Only premise a difference betwixt a Cause, and betwixt an Occasion of Repentance.
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The Spirit of God is the Cause, these considerations are Occasions, and work by way of argument or means.
The Spirit of God is the Cause, these considerations Are Occasions, and work by Way of argument or means.
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1. That they do so, appears by Scripture, 1 King. 8. 47. If they shall bethink themselves in the Land whither they were carried Captive, and repent. 1. That they do so, appears by Scripture, 1 King. 8. 47. If they shall bethink themselves in the Land whither they were carried Captive, and Repent.
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Ezek. 18. 28. Because he considereth and turneth away from all his Transgressions, &c. Nay,
Ezekiel 18. 28. Because he Considereth and turns away from all his Transgressions, etc. Nay,
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if inconsideration be given as a proper reason, why some repented not (no man repented, saying, What have I done?) then è contra, Consideration of our sins must be a right step unto Repentance:
if inconsideration be given as a proper reason, why Some repented not (no man repented, saying, What have I done?) then è contra, Consideration of our Sins must be a right step unto Repentance:
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Here you see clearly, that solid consideration is, as it were, the Foundation of true Conversion;
Here you see clearly, that solid consideration is, as it were, the Foundation of true Conversion;
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there it begins and takes rise: there is a Bethinking of sin, before a Repenting from sin.
there it begins and Takes rise: there is a Bethinking of since, before a Repenting from since.
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2. Nay, and it is evident in Example too:
2. Nay, and it is evident in Exampl too:
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I thought on my wayes (said David, Psal. 119. 59.) and turned my feet unto thy Testimonies: Like a Traveller, who in a Journey stands still and considers with himself, I Thought on my ways (said David, Psalm 119. 59.) and turned my feet unto thy Testimonies: Like a Traveller, who in a Journey Stands still and considers with himself,
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surely this way is wrong, I am out of my way, and then he turns about and gets him into the right way again.
surely this Way is wrong, I am out of my Way, and then he turns about and gets him into the right Way again.
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So in this case, the like may be said for comparison of an Unconverted course, with the happiness of a Converted and penitent condition, Hos. 2. 7. Then shall she say, I will go and return to my first husband,
So in this case, the like may be said for comparison of an Unconverted course, with the happiness of a Converted and penitent condition, Hos. 2. 7. Then shall she say, I will go and return to my First husband,
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for then was it better with me then now. for then was it better with me then now.
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The condition in which the Church then was, was a condition of much misery and affliction;
The condition in which the Church then was, was a condition of much misery and affliction;
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her way of sin was hedged up with thorns, vers. 6. and the way of obedience she considered of to be a path of mercy, and much prosperity;
her Way of since was hedged up with thorns, vers. 6. and the Way of Obedience she considered of to be a path of mercy, and much Prosperity;
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and comparing the one condition with the other, hereupon resolves, to return to her first husband (i.) to turn unto God by true Repentance.
and comparing the one condition with the other, hereupon resolves, to return to her First husband (i.) to turn unto God by true Repentance.
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3. It may be cleared by Argument and Reason, that these two, viz. Solid Consideration, and Right Comparison, are steps unto Repentance. 1. For Solid Consideration, thus:
3. It may be cleared by Argument and Reason, that these two, viz. Solid Consideration, and Right Comparison, Are steps unto Repentance. 1. For Solid Consideration, thus:
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If inconsideration be the cause of impenitency (or of going on in a sinful course) then Consideration is a proper means and way for Repentance;
If inconsideration be the cause of impenitency (or of going on in a sinful course) then Consideration is a proper means and Way for Repentance;
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for as much as these two are contraries, and contrary causes produce contrary effects;
for as much as these two Are contraries, and contrary Causes produce contrary effects;
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but inconsideration is a cause of impenitency, so the Prophet, Jer. 8. 6. No man repented him of his Wickedness, saying, What have I done? every one turned to his course,
but inconsideration is a cause of impenitency, so the Prophet, Jer. 8. 6. No man repented him of his Wickedness, saying, What have I done? every one turned to his course,
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as the horse rusheth into the battel. as the horse Rushes into the battle.
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They minded not what they did, whether lawful, or unlawful, or what would be the issue of these things;
They minded not what they did, whither lawful, or unlawful, or what would be the issue of these things;
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but like the horse, which without fear or wit rusheth into the battel among swords and pikes.
but like the horse, which without Fear or wit Rushes into the battle among swords and pikes.
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2. Consideration of sin, removes many qualities which keep the heart in impenitency; therefore it is a good step and way unto Repentance.
2. Consideration of since, removes many qualities which keep the heart in impenitency; Therefore it is a good step and Way unto Repentance.
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There are three qualities which hold fast the soul from returning:
There Are three qualities which hold fast the soul from returning:
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1. Ignorance; therefore darkned understandings, and hearts alienated from the life of God, are conjoined, Eph. 4. 18. a blind mind,
1. Ignorance; Therefore darkened understandings, and hearts alienated from the life of God, Are conjoined, Ephesians 4. 18. a blind mind,
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and a wicked life, are inseparable;
and a wicked life, Are inseparable;
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yea, greediness to sin, and ignorance, are there also coupled, vers. 18, 19. no man so forward to sin,
yea, greediness to since, and ignorance, Are there also coupled, vers. 18, 19. no man so forward to since,
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as he who knows it not.
as he who knows it not.
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Now solid Consideration removes ignorance, it opens the eies of our understanding, and makes us to see and behold that evil in sin which we never saw before;
Now solid Consideration removes ignorance, it Opens the eyes of our understanding, and makes us to see and behold that evil in since which we never saw before;
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in a right consideration there is 1. Lumen scientiae. 2. Conscientiae. 3. Experientiae. 2. Security; for presumptuous men will never leave sin, if they may be safe.
in a right consideration there is 1. Lumen scientiae. 2. Conscientiae. 3. Experientiae. 2. Security; for presumptuous men will never leave since, if they may be safe.
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He who fears not miserable evil, will not be perswaded to forsake his sinful evil: He who thinks that he may be wicked and safe, will be wicked still;
He who fears not miserable evil, will not be persuaded to forsake his sinful evil: He who thinks that he may be wicked and safe, will be wicked still;
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nay, he adds drunkenness to thirst who presumes of peace. No evill shall befall us, said they who despised all warnings to Repentance;
nay, he adds Drunkenness to thirst who Presumest of peace. No evil shall befall us, said they who despised all Warnings to Repentance;
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but solid consideration removes this security and presumption;
but solid consideration removes this security and presumption;
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it makes the soul to see, that as sin is an evil thing, so it will prove a bitter thing;
it makes the soul to see, that as since is an evil thing, so it will prove a bitter thing;
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and that the way which is sinful (of all wayes) is the most fearful:
and that the Way which is sinful (of all ways) is the most fearful:
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it makes the sinner to behold the Angel with the sword drawn in the way of sin;
it makes the sinner to behold the Angel with the sword drawn in the Way of since;
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my meaning is, to behold God exceedingly displeased, the Wrath of God revealed against all Unrighteousness, severely threatning,
my meaning is, to behold God exceedingly displeased, the Wrath of God revealed against all Unrighteousness, severely threatening,
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and one who will assuredly execute his wrath to the utmost, if sinners will not hearken and return;
and one who will assuredly execute his wrath to the utmost, if Sinners will not harken and return;
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by no means acquit•ing the guilty:
by no means acquit•ing the guilty:
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Except ye repent ye shall perish. 3. Hardness of heart: That brawny Rockiness which is ever accompanyed with an impudent resolution, casting off,
Except you Repent you shall perish. 3. Hardness of heart: That brawny Rockiness which is ever accompanied with an impudent resolution, casting off,
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and slighting all means, and which is gainsaying, or frustrating all the Lessons of Mercies, Afflictions, Ordinances, &c. they made their hearts as an Adamant stone, least they should hear the Law, &c. Zach. 7. 12. But solid consideration helps much against this unsensible temper;
and slighting all means, and which is gainsaying, or frustrating all the Lessons of mercies, Afflictions, Ordinances, etc. they made their hearts as an Adamant stone, lest they should hear the Law, etc. Zach 7. 12. But solid consideration helps much against this unsensible temper;
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it is of great force towards the melting of the heart, working strongly upon the affections, as Peter thought thereon and wept bitterly.
it is of great force towards the melting of the heart, working strongly upon the affections, as Peter Thought thereon and wept bitterly.
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Then shall ye remember your wayes, and shall loath your selves: Then shall you Remember your ways, and shall loath your selves:
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For now a man sees indeed that he is in a very evil condition, and lost for ever,
For now a man sees indeed that he is in a very evil condition, and lost for ever,
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if the Lord be not the more merciful to him;
if the Lord be not the more merciful to him;
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and this will startle him somewhat, pierce him, make him, with them in Acts 2. cry out, Men and brethren, what shall I do?
and this will startle him somewhat, pierce him, make him, with them in Acts 2. cry out, Men and brothers, what shall I do?
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3. Solid Consideration of sin, makes sin appear to the soul in its own proper nature, colours and effects:
3. Solid Consideration of since, makes since appear to the soul in its own proper nature, colours and effects:
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As we are drawn to •ommit sin, so likewise to continue in it:
As we Are drawn to •ommit since, so likewise to continue in it:
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through falshood and error, we are deceived and err in our hearts, and therefore we continue in sinful wayes;
through falsehood and error, we Are deceived and err in our hearts, and Therefore we continue in sinful ways;
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but as Truth doth rise in the mind, so Reformation will appear in our hearts and wayes;
but as Truth does rise in the mind, so Reformation will appear in our hearts and ways;
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know therefore that sin appears unto us two wayes;
know Therefore that since appears unto us two ways;
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either Erroneously, as invested and clothed with pleasures, profits, much serviceableness to our ends, and as satisfactions of our desires;
either Erroneously, as invested and clothed with pleasures, profits, much serviceableness to our ends, and as satisfactions of our Desires;
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as Judas lookt on his sin in the money, and went on;
as Judas looked on his since in the money, and went on;
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and thus they tend to impenitency, they keep us fast in an evil way, because of sensible sweetness.
and thus they tend to impenitency, they keep us fast in an evil Way, Because of sensible sweetness.
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Or, Properly, and nakedly as sin;
Or, Properly, and nakedly as since;
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as the Violation of a most holy Will, dishonour of a great God, and separation from a good God,
as the Violation of a most holy Will, dishonour of a great God, and separation from a good God,
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and as exposing us to the wrath of God, curse of the Law, and pains of Hell and all outward Calamities.
and as exposing us to the wrath of God, curse of the Law, and pains of Hell and all outward Calamities.
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And thus apprehended, new Arguments and Reasons of hatred and Detestation arise within the Soul:
And thus apprehended, new Arguments and Reasons of hatred and Detestation arise within the Soul:
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Should I love that, or live in that, which is Gods dishonour, and will prove mine own damnation? My troubles, losses, fears come all from my sins;
Should I love that, or live in that, which is God's dishonour, and will prove mine own damnation? My Troubles, losses, fears come all from my Sins;
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these are my sins and my doings, they are the cause of all this trouble, inward and outward:
these Are my Sins and my doings, they Are the cause of all this trouble, inward and outward:
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But solid consideration makes sin to appear as sin in its own nature and true effects;
But solid consideration makes since to appear as since in its own nature and true effects;
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therefore it occasioneth hatred of sin, and consequently Repentance.
Therefore it occasioneth hatred of since, and consequently Repentance.
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2. For Comparison of the misery of a sinful, with the happiness of a penitent and converted condition;
2. For Comparison of the misery of a sinful, with the happiness of a penitent and converted condition;
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that this likewise is a stept and way to Repentance, may be thus proved: 1. This Comparison breeds sound Judgment in us of things that differ:
that this likewise is a stepped and Way to Repentance, may be thus proved: 1. This Comparison breeds found Judgement in us of things that differ:
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All corrupt works are rooted in a corrupted mind; like ill rhumes in the Head, which come from ill qualities in the Stomack;
All corrupt works Are rooted in a corrupted mind; like ill rheums in the Head, which come from ill qualities in the Stomach;
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or rather like some ill diseases and irregularities in the Lambs, Arms and Feet, which come from unsound humours in the Brain.
or rather like Some ill diseases and irregularities in the Lambs, Arms and Feet, which come from unsound humours in the Brain.
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So it is in this case, men go on confidently in sin, and are taken excessively with those poor baits of sensual pleasure and profit,
So it is in this case, men go on confidently in since, and Are taken excessively with those poor baits of sensual pleasure and profit,
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as if there were no other pleasure, delight, gain, acquirable, or to be found, but in the wayes and service of sin;
as if there were no other pleasure, delight, gain, acquirable, or to be found, but in the ways and service of since;
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as they in hell, think there is no other heaven:
as they in hell, think there is no other heaven:
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Or as foolish children, who conceive no other sport or delight like a rattle or dirting their hands, &c. But now,
Or as foolish children, who conceive no other sport or delight like a rattle or dirting their hands, etc. But now,
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when by a comparison and true survey of either estate, it shall appear unto the soul that all these sinful pleasures and profits are but stolen waters,
when by a comparison and true survey of either estate, it shall appear unto the soul that all these sinful pleasures and profits Are but stolen waters,
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and at the best but for a season, they will end bitterly;
and At the best but for a season, they will end bitterly;
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and on the contrary, That Repentance from sin makes way for the most precious fountains of the most living comforts;
and on the contrary, That Repentance from since makes Way for the most precious fountains of the most living comforts;
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that it enables a man for a nearer conjunction with the truest happiness, and fulness of most infinite goodness,
that it enables a man for a nearer conjunction with the Truest happiness, and fullness of most infinite Goodness,
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and lets in to such pleasures and joyes which pass all understanding, &c. Now the soul is reduced to a right judgment,
and lets in to such pleasures and Joys which pass all understanding, etc. Now the soul is reduced to a right judgement,
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and begins to contemn those false, vain, deluding temptations by sin, and is carried off to another course or way which will afford the real, solid, superlative advantages in happiness and comfort, &c. 2. This Comparison will win our love and affection to a Converted and penitent condition:
and begins to contemn those false, vain, deluding temptations by since, and is carried off to Another course or Way which will afford the real, solid, superlative advantages in happiness and Comfort, etc. 2. This Comparison will win our love and affection to a Converted and penitent condition:
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It is true, that as long as the heart loves sin, it will never leave it;
It is true, that as long as the heart loves since, it will never leave it;
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for love is an iron clasp, a strengthning quality, a strong and tenacious quality; but if a mans love be changed, then his sinfull wayes will quickly be changed;
for love is an iron clasp, a strengthening quality, a strong and tenacious quality; but if a men love be changed, then his sinful ways will quickly be changed;
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for that way doth the heart and life go, that love do•h go;
for that Way does the heart and life go, that love do•h go;
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they are not out who say that Amor is Radix actionum, as well as Passionum. Now by a right comparison of estates, there will appear in a converted and penitent condition the sole and sufficient causes of Love;
they Are not out who say that Amor is Radix actionum, as well as Passionum. Now by a right comparison of estates, there will appear in a converted and penitent condition the sole and sufficient Causes of Love;
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viz. Good, and the best good, and only good, and most proper and sutable good;viz. Good, and the best good, and only good, and most proper and suitable good;
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all which is apt to draw love, and consequently Repentance, for as much as Conversion from sin, begins in love to God.
all which is apt to draw love, and consequently Repentance, for as much as Conversion from since, begins in love to God.
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3. This comparing of estates, in the wofulness of the one, and in the happiness of the other;
3. This comparing of estates, in the wofulness of the one, and in the happiness of the other;
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that the one is death, and the other is life (as Moses propounds it to the Israelites) occasionally stirs up the heart to fly unto God by prayer,
that the one is death, and the other is life (as Moses propounds it to the Israelites) occasionally stirs up the heart to fly unto God by prayer,
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and in the use of other means, for grace and ability to leave the paths of death,and in the use of other means, for grace and ability to leave the paths of death,
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and to walk in the wayes of life; for naturally men do affect life and happiness, and are afraid of death and misery.
and to walk in the ways of life; for naturally men do affect life and happiness, and Are afraid of death and misery.
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The first Use which I would make of this shall be for Information. You here see the Cause why many are yet in their sins;
The First Use which I would make of this shall be for Information. You Here see the Cause why many Are yet in their Sins;
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that they repent not, though we preach, though God punisheth, though man counsels.
that they Repent not, though we preach, though God Punisheth, though man Counsels.
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Surely they never yet did search their hearts and wayes, they never did consider of what they have done;
Surely they never yet did search their hearts and ways, they never did Consider of what they have done;
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they are like the Laodiceans, who thought themselves to be rich and increased, and to stand in need of nothing;
they Are like the Laodiceans, who Thought themselves to be rich and increased, and to stand in need of nothing;
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but they never yet saw their blindness, nakedness, and extreme poverty and misery.
but they never yet saw their blindness, nakedness, and extreme poverty and misery.
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There are many duties unto which men will be perswaded, as to hear the Word, receive the Sacrament, give some Almes, say some Prayers,
There Are many duties unto which men will be persuaded, as to hear the Word, receive the Sacrament, give Some Alms, say Some Prayers,
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and now and then to confer of some good;
and now and then to confer of Some good;
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but of all the duties which do so nearly concern them, they are hardly perswaded to this, viz. to consider of their sins:
but of all the duties which do so nearly concern them, they Are hardly persuaded to this, viz. to Consider of their Sins:
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'tis true, they will confess, That all men are sinners, and themselves too, but as some do with their debts, they care not to see and view them;
it's true, they will confess, That all men Are Sinners, and themselves too, but as Some do with their debts, they care not to see and view them;
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so many with their spiritual estates, they have no mind to search into them, to look them over, to meditate of the Vileness of them.
so many with their spiritual estates, they have no mind to search into them, to look them over, to meditate of the Vileness of them.
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Consider these things, 1. That this inconsideration leaves many a sin already committed upon a sad account.
Consider these things, 1. That this inconsideration leaves many a since already committed upon a sad account.
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God doth consider them, though we will not;
God does Consider them, though we will not;
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they are in his book and before his eye, though we will not think and look on them. 2. That it ripens sin exceedingly:
they Are in his book and before his eye, though we will not think and look on them. 2. That it ripens since exceedingly:
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The heart which will not consider of past, will break out into sin future; it will be high in sinning, if negligent in considering;
The heart which will not Consider of past, will break out into since future; it will be high in sinning, if negligent in considering;
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he will venture deeply, who knows not the nature nor the merit of sinning. 3. All the work of Repentance will lye flat and dead:
he will venture deeply, who knows not the nature nor the merit of sinning. 3. All the work of Repentance will lie flat and dead:
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Why? where can be that brokenness of heart? that filial lamentation for sinning? that remorse of spirit? that indignation, that detestation of it? that resolution against it? that watchfulness and fear? until by a sound consideration we come to see the vileness and miserableness of sinning, &c. He who thinks his way right, will not turn aside;
Why? where can be that brokenness of heart? that filial lamentation for sinning? that remorse of Spirit? that Indignation, that detestation of it? that resolution against it? that watchfulness and Fear? until by a found consideration we come to see the vileness and miserableness of sinning, etc. He who thinks his Way right, will not turn aside;
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and that man who knows no better, will never leave, or change, a bad course. 4. You advantage Temptations exceedingly: You are under the edge and power of them all,
and that man who knows no better, will never leave, or change, a bad course. 4. You advantage Temptations exceedingly: You Are under the edge and power of them all,
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for you see nothing to hinder you;
for you see nothing to hinder you;
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the motions to sin will pass without any contradiction, for you know not the evil nor misery of being impenitent.
the motions to since will pass without any contradiction, for you know not the evil nor misery of being impenitent.
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Great sins will seem but little, little will seem none;
Great Sins will seem but little, little will seem none;
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how easie is he to sin, who considers not the great evil in sin? 5. All the edge of the Ordinances is blunted and dulled by inconsideration;
how easy is he to since, who considers not the great evil in since? 5. All the edge of the Ordinances is blunted and dulled by inconsideration;
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they are but water on the Tiles, which passe away:
they Are but water on the Tiles, which pass away:
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For what are Threatnings against sin? what operation have they on us to make us tremble and humble our hearts,
For what Are Threatenings against since? what operation have they on us to make us tremble and humble our hearts,
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whiles we hear them as Pieces discharged at others, not at our selves? And so, what force have the Precepts for new Obedience,
while we hear them as Pieces discharged At Others, not At our selves? And so, what force have the Precepts for new obedience,
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or the Promises for much mercy to the Penitent, until we see that we are the men (as Nathan said to David) whom all this concerns. 6. You will never prize Christ aright,
or the Promises for much mercy to the Penitent, until we see that we Are the men (as Nathan said to David) whom all this concerns. 6. You will never prize christ aright,
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nor the love of God in giving of Christ, nor will you ever seek him to purpose (with hungrings and thirstings) until you do seriously consider of your sinful estates:nor the love of God in giving of christ, nor will you ever seek him to purpose (with hungerings and thirstings) until you do seriously Consider of your sinful estates:
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A man, if whole, will not seek to the Physician, and if he hath but a scratch, will not send to the Chyrurgion:
A man, if Whole, will not seek to the physician, and if he hath but a scratch, will not send to the Chirurgeon:
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No, sense, or slight sense of sin, hath no influence on ou• affections;
No, sense, or slight sense of since, hath no influence on ou• affections;
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but let a man sadly view and find out that he is bad indeed, out with God, ready for Hell, must perish for sin, this man will cry out, Is there no Balm in Gilead? is there no hope for us sinners? He will enquire for a Saviour,
but let a man sadly view and find out that he is bad indeed, out with God, ready for Hell, must perish for since, this man will cry out, Is there no Balm in Gilead? is there no hope for us Sinners? He will inquire for a Saviour,
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and when he knows him, he will with tears beseech him (O the hope of Israel and the Saviour thereof in the time of Trouble!) Master, have mercy on me or else I perish:
and when he knows him, he will with tears beseech him (Oh the hope of Israel and the Saviour thereof in the time of Trouble!) Master, have mercy on me or Else I perish:
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if thou canst do any thing, save me. 7. You will never come to any true setledness,
if thou Canst do any thing, save me. 7. You will never come to any true settledness,
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nor grounded assurance of peace with God, nor in your own Consciences, until you do throughly consider of your sinful conditions and estates: nor grounded assurance of peace with God, nor in your own Consciences, until you do thoroughly Consider of your sinful conditions and estates:
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For how know you whether you be good or bad? in Covenant, or out of Covenant with God? that he will save you or condemn you? what shall become of you when you die? Untill you by solid Consideration find out the vileness and miserableness of your sinful condition, out of which you must indeed be translated,
For how know you whither you be good or bad? in Covenant, or out of Covenant with God? that he will save you or condemn you? what shall become of you when you die? Until you by solid Consideration find out the vileness and miserableness of your sinful condition, out of which you must indeed be translated,
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if ever you would be saved, or know assuredly that you shall be saved. 8. You will not know how to make special requests unto God:
if ever you would be saved, or know assuredly that you shall be saved. 8. You will not know how to make special requests unto God:
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For you know not the nature nor danger of that pride, of that hypocrisie, of that uncleanness, of that envy and malice, &c. which are in you:
For you know not the nature nor danger of that pride, of that hypocrisy, of that uncleanness, of that envy and malice, etc. which Are in you:
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When we do not know what our selves are, what our estates are, we can never make special requests for the supply of special wants;
When we do not know what our selves Are, what our estates Are, we can never make special requests for the supply of special Wants;
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either we make no prayers at all, or only general, and faint, and flat Petitions. 9. Lastly, If you will not think on your wayes with a Penitential Consideration, you must one day think on them with a Judicial Consideration:
either we make no Prayers At all, or only general, and faint, and flat Petitions. 9. Lastly, If you will not think on your ways with a Penitential Consideration, you must one day think on them with a Judicial Consideration:
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Tis better to consider of them now and Repent, then to feel them and find them in Hell and be Damned.
This better to Consider of them now and repent, then to feel them and find them in Hell and be Damned.
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Object. But you'l say, We are Ignorant, and it belongs to such as have Learning to consider throughly of their sinful estates. Object. But You'll say, We Are Ignorant, and it belongs to such as have Learning to Consider thoroughly of their sinful estates.
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Sol. 1. It doth indeed belong to the Learned, but not only to them: A learned conscience is necessary for every sinner, though not a learned head:
Sol. 1. It does indeed belong to the Learned, but not only to them: A learned conscience is necessary for every sinner, though not a learned head:
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the Subject who should consider, is not the learned man, but the lamed sinner;
the Subject who should Consider, is not the learned man, but the lamed sinner;
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art not thou one? 2. God hath given thee a Reflexive Faculty, a conscience, a memory inabling thee to review what hath been done;
art not thou one? 2. God hath given thee a Reflexive Faculty, a conscience, a memory enabling thee to review what hath been done;
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thou hast these still in thee, and thou canst make use of them for other businesses;
thou hast these still in thee, and thou Canst make use of them for other businesses;
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why not in this? 3. But then, study the Word more, that thou mayest thence be inlightned to conceive of sin aright, &c. get knowledg, get understanding, &c.
why not in this? 3. But then, study the Word more, that thou Mayest thence be enlightened to conceive of since aright, etc. get knowledge, get understanding, etc.
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Obj. But we are not at Leisure, we have so much business to do, &c. Sol. 1. This is a most necessary work, it deserves thy pains and time: Object But we Are not At Leisure, we have so much business to do, etc. Sol. 1. This is a most necessary work, it deserves thy pains and time:
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What, not at leisure to save thy soul? at leisure to eate, to drink, to play, to be idle, to sin,
What, not At leisure to save thy soul? At leisure to eat, to drink, to play, to be idle, to since,
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and not at leisure to consider of sin? to repent of sin? to save thy self from sin? Have you leisure to go to Hell,
and not At leisure to Consider of since? to Repent of since? to save thy self from since? Have you leisure to go to Hell,
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and none to goe to Heaven? 2. It is a most Beneficial work:
and none to go to Heaven? 2. It is a most Beneficial work:
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it will deliver thee from Hell, and make way for Heaven. 3. It is the m•st excellent work that thou canst spend time upon, the change of thee from Sin, to Grace;
it will deliver thee from Hell, and make Way for Heaven. 3. It is the m•st excellent work that thou Canst spend time upon, the change of thee from since, to Grace;
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from a sinful, to an holy condition; it is a glorious change, even into the Image of God in Christ.
from a sinful, to an holy condition; it is a glorious change, even into the Image of God in christ.
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Object. But it will make me nothing but mourn, and sigh, and despair, and fear. Object. But it will make me nothing but mourn, and sighs, and despair, and Fear.
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Sol. 1. So Satan tells thee; so doth not God nor his Word tell thee. 2. If consideration of Sin, breeds godly sorrow for Sin;
Sol. 1. So Satan tells thee; so does not God nor his Word tell thee. 2. If consideration of since, breeds godly sorrow for since;
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and Godly sorrow, Repentance unto Salvation, thou hast little cause to grieve to be thus grieved.
and Godly sorrow, Repentance unto Salvation, thou hast little cause to grieve to be thus grieved.
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3. Nay, the neglect of timely consideration, that is the cause indeed of such fear and despair. O, say men!
3. Nay, the neglect of timely consideration, that is the cause indeed of such Fear and despair. Oh, say men!
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had we thought of this course, known this heretofore, we had never run on so, we had never come into this extremity of horror, &c. It is with sin as it is with diseases,
had we Thought of this course, known this heretofore, we had never run on so, we had never come into this extremity of horror, etc. It is with since as it is with diseases,
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if taken or not taken in time.
if taken or not taken in time.
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Another Use which I would make of this Point, shall be of Satisfaction to settle and relieve troubled Souls, who fear much whether they have ever throughly and rightly considered thus of sin or no;
another Use which I would make of this Point, shall be of Satisfaction to settle and relieve troubled Souls, who Fear much whither they have ever thoroughly and rightly considered thus of since or no;
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and consequently, fear the truth of their Repentance.
and consequently, Fear the truth of their Repentance.
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For the fuller satisfying of them I will propound some Cases, the Resolution of which may afford more clear light:
For the fuller satisfying of them I will propound Some Cases, the Resolution of which may afford more clear Light:
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1. How a Christian may know that his consideration of sin is right and penitential? I conjecture thus,
1. How a Christian may know that his consideration of since is right and penitential? I conjecture thus,
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1. If it work in him a Condemnation of sin: Before a man consider aright of sin, he is ready to call the proud happy;
1. If it work in him a Condemnation of since: Before a man Consider aright of since, he is ready to call the proud happy;
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he knows how to commit sin, and to approve it, and defend it, and plead for it.
he knows how to commit since, and to approve it, and defend it, and plead for it.
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Sin seems his daintiest bit, and choicest bait; as if nothing else bore delight and contentment but sin:
since seems his daintiest bit, and Choicest bait; as if nothing Else boar delight and contentment but since:
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but when the heart is brought rightly to ponder and to consider of sin, he is enabled not only to condemn sin in the general, (thus,
but when the heart is brought rightly to ponder and to Consider of since, he is enabled not only to condemn since in the general, (thus,
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sin is an evil thing;) but also in particular (these my sins are vile and evil things;
since is an evil thing;) but also in particular (these my Sins Are vile and evil things;
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I have done exceeding foolishly, said David;) O that I should ever open my mouth for them, that ever I should love them, follow them as I have done;I have done exceeding foolishly, said David;) Oh that I should ever open my Mouth for them, that ever I should love them, follow them as I have done;
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I now behold them as the only dishonour of God, grief of his Spirit, Violations of his Righteousness, Injuries of his patience, abuses of his goodness and mercies;
I now behold them as the only dishonour of God, grief of his Spirit, Violations of his Righteousness, Injuries of his patience, Abuses of his Goodness and Mercies;
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the speares in the heart of Christ, the spots in my soul, the wounds in my conscience, &c. It is one thing to look upon sin as a meer Object, and it is another thing to look upon sin as a vile Object: to look on sin as a meer Object, this is but the natural act of the understanding, which,
the spears in the heart of christ, the spots in my soul, the wounds in my conscience, etc. It is one thing to look upon since as a mere Object, and it is Another thing to look upon since as a vile Object: to look on since as a mere Object, this is but the natural act of the understanding, which,
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like the eye, is ready to see all colours;
like the eye, is ready to see all colours;
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but to look on sin as a vile Object, this is the work of a penitential understanding, wherein a person sees so much intolerable and excessive foulness in his sinful wayes, that he now condemns and judgeth those wickednesses and abominations;
but to look on since as a vile Object, this is the work of a penitential understanding, wherein a person sees so much intolerable and excessive foulness in his sinful ways, that he now condemns and Judgeth those Wickednesses and abominations;
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and himself too for highest folly and madness for love, service and obedience to them. 2. If it work in him humiliation for sin;
and himself too for highest folly and madness for love, service and Obedience to them. 2. If it work in him humiliation for since;
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we read of Peter that he considered, or thought on the words of Jesus (and through them, of his great sin in the denial of master) but how did he consider of them? What, only by his simple reflection, that Christ had forewarned him,
we read of Peter that he considered, or Thought on the words of jesus (and through them, of his great since in the denial of master) but how did he Consider of them? What, only by his simple reflection, that christ had forewarned him,
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and that he had done evil in denying him? Surely thus he thought, but the matter went further then his thoughts;
and that he had done evil in denying him? Surely thus he Thought, but the matter went further then his thoughts;
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he considered it in an affecting, or rather, in an afflicting way;
he considered it in an affecting, or rather, in an afflicting Way;
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for the Text saith, That when he had thought thereon, he went out and wept bitterly.
for the Text Says, That when he had Thought thereon, he went out and wept bitterly.
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There is a fourfold consideration of sin:
There is a fourfold consideration of since:
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One is only a consideration of sin; when a man thinks of sin as he hears a Sermon, hear it only:
One is only a consideration of since; when a man thinks of since as he hears a Sermon, hear it only:
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so, think of it only, and that's all; this is an empty consideration.
so, think of it only, and that's all; this is an empty consideration.
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Another is, a sinful consideration only; when a man considers of sin in a sinful way, either to boast of it,
another is, a sinful consideration only; when a man considers of since in a sinful Way, either to boast of it,
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or to excite his heart to more delight and propension to sin; this is a guilty consideration.
or to excite his heart to more delight and propension to since; this is a guilty consideration.
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A third is a Judicial consideration, which ariseth from the promptings and suggestions of a conscience awakened,
A third is a Judicial consideration, which arises from the promptings and suggestions of a conscience awakened,
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now accusing, and condemning, and pursuing the sinner, both with the remembrance of former sins, and with the evidence of Gods present and future indignation.
now accusing, and condemning, and pursuing the sinner, both with the remembrance of former Sins, and with the evidence of God's present and future Indignation.
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A fourth is, a Penitential consideration; wherein, upon the evidence of sinning, the soul is sensible, not to despair, which breeds hopeless terror,
A fourth is, a Penitential consideration; wherein, upon the evidence of sinning, the soul is sensible, not to despair, which breeds hopeless terror,
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yet to repentance, wherein it is exceedingly grieved, and troubled, and displeased for the sins committed.
yet to Repentance, wherein it is exceedingly grieved, and troubled, and displeased for the Sins committed.
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If the consideration of sin be a dry act, such an act as sets where it riseth (only in the mind) and hath no influence upon the affections;
If the consideration of since be a dry act, such an act as sets where it Riseth (only in the mind) and hath no influence upon the affections;
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if it be not a sympathizing act (.i.) such an act as works grief in the soul,
if it be not a sympathizing act (i) such an act as works grief in the soul,
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as well as discovery of evil in the mind, it is but a vain thing and never conduceth to repentance;
as well as discovery of evil in the mind, it is but a vain thing and never conduceth to Repentance;
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for as it is with mercies received, unless the apprehension of their kindness and goodness descends to the affections, they never stir up thankfulness;
for as it is with Mercies received, unless the apprehension of their kindness and Goodness descends to the affections, they never stir up thankfulness;
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and as it is with the promises, unless their excellency and sutableness come down from the mind to the will, they never excite faith: so is it with sin;
and as it is with the promises, unless their excellency and suitableness come down from the mind to the will, they never excite faith: so is it with since;
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unless, besides the consideration of it, there be not an operation and influence upon the heart to grieve and mourn, it will never prove right and penitential.
unless, beside the consideration of it, there be not an operation and influence upon the heart to grieve and mourn, it will never prove right and penitential.
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Thou sayest, thou knowest thy sins as well as any man can tell thee:
Thou Sayest, thou Knowest thy Sins as well as any man can tell thee:
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Be it so, but if thy heart remain hard, not humbled, abased, broken, grieved for these sins, alas!
Be it so, but if thy heart remain hard, not humbled, abased, broken, grieved for these Sins, alas!
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as their unworking faith, Jam. 2. so thy unaffected speculation of sin, is vain:
as their unworking faith, Jam. 2. so thy unaffected speculation of since, is vain:
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but findest thou this, that upon the serious consideration of thy sins, thy heart is humbled and abased in thee? that thou art cast down in the sense of thy exceeding vileness? O wretched man that I am!
but Findest thou this, that upon the serious consideration of thy Sins, thy heart is humbled and abased in thee? that thou art cast down in the sense of thy exceeding vileness? Oh wretched man that I am!
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O Lord to me belongs nothing but shame and confusion! O Lord to me belongs nothing but shame and confusion!
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and that thy heart is grieved within thee and afflicted? that bitter mournings arise because of bitter sinnings? my soul hath them in remembrance and is humbled within me;
and that thy heart is grieved within thee and afflicted? that bitter mournings arise Because of bitter sinnings? my soul hath them in remembrance and is humbled within me;
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Lam. 3. Thy heart melts before the Lord; I assure thee, this is a right and blessed consideration of sin.Lam. 3. Thy heart melts before the Lord; I assure thee, this is a right and blessed consideration of since.
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3. If it work in him Detestation of sin.
3. If it work in him Detestation of since.
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Griefe seemes to be more passionate, but hatred is a more fixed quality, as I may so phrase it, Ezek. 36. 31. Ye shall remember your own evil wayes and your doings that were not good (here is the consideration we speak of) and ye shall loath your selves in your own sight for your Iniquities and your abominations (here is detestation, the proper effect of true consideration;) for in a right consideration, the singular causes or reasons of hatred do arise:
Grief seems to be more passionate, but hatred is a more fixed quality, as I may so phrase it, Ezekiel 36. 31. You shall Remember your own evil ways and your doings that were not good (Here is the consideration we speak of) and you shall loath your selves in your own sighed for your Iniquities and your abominations (Here is detestation, the proper Effect of true consideration;) for in a right consideration, the singular Causes or Reasons of hatred do arise:
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v. g. Excess of evil, absolute repugnancy to our best good, effectual prejudice, and greatest injury.v. g. Excess of evil, absolute repugnancy to our best good, effectual prejudice, and greatest injury.
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Repugnans & Offendens, the Schoolmen make the two chief grounds of hatred. Vide Summistas in 1. 2dae. q. 29. But I will not prosecute that.Repugnans & Offendens, the Schoolmen make the two chief grounds of hatred. Vide Summistas in 1. 2dae. q. 29. But I will not prosecute that.
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Now then peruse thy self, Hast thou considered of thy sinnes aright? if thou doest not hate them, thou hast not;
Now then peruse thy self, Hast thou considered of thy Sins aright? if thou dost not hate them, thou hast not;
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Seest thou sinne, and art thou brought to hate it? Let me but propound a few things unto thee, that thou mayest see whether thou loathest and hatest sin, or no.
See thou sin, and art thou brought to hate it? Let me but propound a few things unto thee, that thou Mayest see whither thou loathest and Hatest since, or no.
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" Is it peace, or is it war? If sin lies quietly in the soul, it is peace, it is not hatred;" Is it peace, or is it war? If since lies quietly in the soul, it is peace, it is not hatred;
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hatred breeds variance, enmity, opposition, conflict.
hatred breeds variance, enmity, opposition, conflict.
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Paul hated sin, Rom. 7. 15. and wars with it, v. 23. " Is it a deadly war? is it for life? will this suffice thee, that sin doth not terrifie thy conscience;Paul hated since, Rom. 7. 15. and wars with it, v. 23. " Is it a deadly war? is it for life? will this suffice thee, that since does not terrify thy conscience;
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or wilt thou not be satisfied, till sin be mortified and crucified in the lusts and affections thereof? " Is it like Davids war, wherein he left not one Amalekite to escape and carry tidings;
or wilt thou not be satisfied, till since be mortified and Crucified in the Lustiest and affections thereof? " Is it like Davids war, wherein he left not one Amalekite to escape and carry tidings;
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and not like Sauls, to kill some, and spare the rest? Canst thou say, Lord, I hate the thing that is evil? Psal. 97. 10. and I hate every false way? Oh,
and not like Saul's, to kill Some, and spare the rest? Canst thou say, Lord, I hate the thing that is evil? Psalm 97. 10. and I hate every false Way? O,
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if there be raised in thee, upon the consideration of sin, a deadly enmity and defiance with it,
if there be raised in thee, upon the consideration of since, a deadly enmity and defiance with it,
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an implacable, general dislike, abomination, resistance, and desire to root it out; happy art thou; thy consideration of sin is rightly and effectually penitential.
an implacable, general dislike, abomination, resistance, and desire to root it out; happy art thou; thy consideration of since is rightly and effectually penitential.
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4. If it work in him, Reformation of sin:
4. If it work in him, Reformation of since:
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Do you not read in Psal. 119. 59. that David considered and thought on his wayes? I thought on my ways, saith David, (so do many, many indeed do so, but not as David did;
Do you not read in Psalm 119. 59. that David considered and Thought on his ways? I Thought on my ways, Says David, (so do many, many indeed do so, but not as David did;
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for after he had said, I thought on my ways, he addeth,) and turned my feet unto thy testimonies.
for After he had said, I Thought on my ways, he adds,) and turned my feet unto thy testimonies.
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He so thought of his ill ways, that he left them, and betook himself unto good ways.
He so Thought of his ill ways, that he left them, and betook himself unto good ways.
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If thinking on sin doth not produce leaving of sin, it is nothing;
If thinking on since does not produce leaving of since, it is nothing;
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if thinking of sin doth not breed leaving of sin, then going on in sin will make you leave thinking of sin:
if thinking of since does not breed leaving of since, then going on in since will make you leave thinking of since:
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And though we think of an ill way, yet if we do not enter into, and walk in a good way, it is nothing.
And though we think of an ill Way, yet if we do not enter into, and walk in a good Way, it is nothing.
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There is a two-fold leaving of sin, one which is proper to the condition of Glory;
There is a twofold leaving of since, one which is proper to the condition of Glory;
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another which is proper to the condition of Grace. I speak not of the former, which is the absolute dissolution of sin;
Another which is proper to the condition of Grace. I speak not of the former, which is the absolute dissolution of since;
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but of the latter, which is an imperfect (though true) separation from sin; consisting, in Affection, wherein the Will is alienated from sin;
but of the latter, which is an imperfect (though true) separation from since; consisting, in Affection, wherein the Will is alienated from since;
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the evil which I would not do, saith the Apostle: In Mourning; O wretched man!
the evil which I would not do, Says the Apostle: In Mourning; Oh wretched man!
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who shall deliver me from this body of death? In Endeavour; willing, or endeavouring to live honestly, Heb. 13. 18. There is a purpose to walk in new obedience,who shall deliver me from this body of death? In Endeavour; willing, or endeavouring to live honestly, Hebrew 13. 18. There is a purpose to walk in new Obedience,
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and an hearty desire so to do, and not to serve sin any longer;
and an hearty desire so to do, and not to serve since any longer;
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and also an active endeavour to put off the former conversation, and to crucifie the flesh, with the affections and lusts thereof.
and also an active endeavour to put off the former Conversation, and to crucify the Flesh, with the affections and Lustiest thereof.
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To consider of sin, and yet still to love it, and still to live in it, to study to fulfil the lusts of it, to give up our selves to the service of it, to walk in darkness, to be the same in our affections to it,
To Consider of since, and yet still to love it, and still to live in it, to study to fulfil the Lustiest of it, to give up our selves to the service of it, to walk in darkness, to be the same in our affections to it,
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and in our obedience unto it, this is not onely a vain, but a fearfull consideration:
and in our Obedience unto it, this is not only a vain, but a fearful consideration:
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But if, when we have throughly considered of sin in the vileness of it, we are effectually wrought upon to arise from our sinfull course; O Lord!
But if, when we have thoroughly considered of since in the vileness of it, we Are effectually wrought upon to arise from our sinful course; Oh Lord!
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I have sinned exceedingly, and done very foolishly; I am resolved to leave this sinfull way; Lord!
I have sinned exceedingly, and done very foolishly; I am resolved to leave this sinful Way; Lord!
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help thou me, give me thy grace; turn thou me, and I shall be turned; turn away my heart and eyes, cause me to put off my old conversation;
help thou me, give me thy grace; turn thou me, and I shall be turned; turn away my heart and eyes, cause me to put off my old Conversation;
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enable me to walk and live in newness of life. This is an happy Fruit, especially if it hath two other Effects accompanying it, viz.
enable me to walk and live in newness of life. This is an happy Fruit, especially if it hath two other Effects accompanying it, viz.
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1. Fervent Supplication; if it carries the soul to God in Christ for mercy, for grace, for strength.
1. Fervent Supplication; if it carries the soul to God in christ for mercy, for grace, for strength.
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The resolution to reform, if it goes no further than the strength of the soul, it will easily cool, and quickly fail us;
The resolution to reform, if it Goes no further than the strength of the soul, it will Easily cool, and quickly fail us;
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if ever it prove right, it must carry us to Christ, for as much as it is by his strength,
if ever it prove right, it must carry us to christ, for as much as it is by his strength,
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and by his grace, that we get our hearts turned from sin, or that we are able to forsake our sins.
and by his grace, that we get our hearts turned from since, or that we Are able to forsake our Sins.
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Hast thou considered of thy sins? why and doest thou not discern such infinite guilt in them,
Hast thou considered of thy Sins? why and dost thou not discern such infinite guilt in them,
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as makes thee for ever accursed, if thou hast not mercy in Christ? and doest thou hereupon apply thy self, in all humbleness of heart, to the Throne of mercy? O Lord be mercifull to me a sinner;
as makes thee for ever accursed, if thou hast not mercy in christ? and dost thou hereupon apply thy self, in all humbleness of heart, to the Throne of mercy? Oh Lord be merciful to me a sinner;
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according the multitude of thy tender mercies, blot out my transgressions: Behold me through the bloud of Christ, yea, O Lord! heal my sinfull soul; O Lord! change my heart; O Lord!according the multitude of thy tender Mercies, blot out my transgressions: Behold me through the blood of christ, yea, Oh Lord! heal my sinful soul; Oh Lord! change my heart; Oh Lord!
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dissolve the powers of sin in me, by thy mighty power subdue my iniquities; turn me from all sin, make me a servant of righteousness.
dissolve the Powers of since in me, by thy mighty power subdue my iniquities; turn me from all since, make me a servant of righteousness.
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2. Diligent application of our selves to the Means, private and publick, ordinary and extraordinary;
2. Diligent application of our selves to the Means, private and public, ordinary and extraordinary;
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through the right use of which, we may expect sufficient grace from God to work Repentance never to be repented of.
through the right use of which, we may expect sufficient grace from God to work Repentance never to be repented of.
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Hast thou rightly considered of sin, why!
Hast thou rightly considered of since, why!
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what art thou now doing? where mayest thou now be found? what course doest thou take to leave sin? what helps doest thou apply thy self unto? what occasions of sin doest thou decline? what furtherances of a new life dost thou regard and use? If there be no watchfulness over thy spirit, no restraint to thy flesh, no stoutness of resolution, no separation from the occasions of sin, no humble study and respect to the Word, no fruitfull converse with holy society,
what art thou now doing? where Mayest thou now be found? what course dost thou take to leave since? what helps dost thou apply thy self unto? what occasions of since dost thou decline? what furtherances of a new life dost thou regard and use? If there be no watchfulness over thy Spirit, no restraint to thy Flesh, no stoutness of resolution, no separation from the occasions of since, no humble study and respect to the Word, no fruitful converse with holy society,
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how is it that thou sayest thou hast considered thy sins?
how is it that thou Sayest thou hast considered thy Sins?
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Whether the consideration of sin may be right, and available to Repentance, when yet there are some sins which a man thinks not on? To this, I conjecture it may be thus answered. 1. That actual or particular inconsideration,
Whither the consideration of since may be right, and available to Repentance, when yet there Are Some Sins which a man thinks not on? To this, I conjecture it may be thus answered. 1. That actual or particular inconsideration,
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if it be voluntary and affected, doth prejudice Repentance: if it be voluntary and affected, does prejudice Repentance:
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For it is to be supposed, that he who will not take the pains to think of his sins, hath 〈 ◊ 〉 yet found an heart or a will to leave his sins.
For it is to be supposed, that he who will not take the pains to think of his Sins, hath 〈 ◊ 〉 yet found an heart or a will to leave his Sins.
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Therefore consider, that actual inconsideration may arise, either, From want of light or evidence;
Therefore Consider, that actual inconsideration may arise, either, From want of Light or evidence;
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the eyes of the mind are not yet so fully opened, they are not so perfectly acquainted with the Law, which discovers sin;
the eyes of the mind Are not yet so Fully opened, they Are not so perfectly acquainted with the Law, which discovers since;
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much sin they see, but not all; not that they would not, but because they cannot;
much since they see, but not all; not that they would not, but Because they cannot;
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so a weak eye hath not such clear and full sight:
so a weak eye hath not such clear and full sighed:
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Or, From hypocrisie of will; when means of evidence are present, and commands of consideration are urged;
Or, From hypocrisy of will; when means of evidence Are present, and commands of consideration Are urged;
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but either from a secret love of sin, or from a laziness of spirit, the person will not take pains to consider throughly of his manifold sins, this kind of inconsideration being wilfull and affected will be interpreted for Impenitency,
but either from a secret love of since, or from a laziness of Spirit, the person will not take pains to Consider thoroughly of his manifold Sins, this kind of inconsideration being wilful and affected will be interpreted for Impenitency,
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because the person will not endeavour faithfully the wayes of Repentance. 2. That the latitude of the Object considered, doth not so immediately discover and decide,
Because the person will not endeavour faithfully the ways of Repentance. 2. That the latitude of the Object considered, does not so immediately discover and decide,
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as the efficacy and influence flowing from consideration it self. Though I am not able to find out every particular wherein I do offend;as the efficacy and influence flowing from consideration it self. Though I am not able to find out every particular wherein I do offend;
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yet if by the consideration of those sins, which I do consider of, my heart doth melt and mourn,
yet if by the consideration of those Sins, which I do Consider of, my heart does melt and mourn,
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and strives to loath and forsake them, because they are sinfull: If these drive me out of my self unto Christ;
and strives to loath and forsake them, Because they Are sinful: If these drive me out of my self unto christ;
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if these occasion me earnestly to acquaint my self with God, to beg for Reconciliation,
if these occasion me earnestly to acquaint my self with God, to beg for Reconciliation,
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for Grace, for Mercy, for Strength, &c. though there be many sins which I have not actually thought on,
for Grace, for Mercy, for Strength, etc. though there be many Sins which I have not actually Thought on,
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yet this may be a right and penitential consideration. Another Case may be this;
yet this may be a right and penitential consideration. another Case may be this;
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Whether the Consideration of sin, tending to Repentance, must be frequent? or, Whether a single Consideration may be sufficient? For the resolution of this Case, thus. 1. Divines distinguish of Repentance, that it is either Initial, or Gradual:
Whither the Consideration of since, tending to Repentance, must be frequent? or, Whither a single Consideration may be sufficient? For the resolution of this Case, thus. 1. Divines distinguish of Repentance, that it is either Initial, or Gradual:
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The Initial Repentance is, the first turning from sin, nay, the very first will and desire so to do, with a purpose and endeavour to effect it:
The Initial Repentance is, the First turning from since, nay, the very First will and desire so to do, with a purpose and endeavour to Effect it:
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The Gradual Repentance is, the ripening and perfecting of Repentance in the degrees of all the parts of it. 2. Again, There is a two-fold consideration of sin:
The Gradual Repentance is, the ripening and perfecting of Repentance in the Degrees of all the parts of it. 2. Again, There is a twofold consideration of since:
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One is solemn, wherein the soul sequesters it self, earnestly searcheth into the Law of God,
One is solemn, wherein the soul sequesters it self, earnestly Searches into the Law of God,
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and into its own spirit, and into the ways of Life;
and into its own Spirit, and into the ways of Life;
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perusing and reviewing the sinfull condition all over, in the parts and kinds, in the hainous circumstances and agravations;
perusing and reviewing the sinful condition all over, in the parts and Kinds, in the heinous Circumstances and aggravations;
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and hereupon solemnly indites it self before the Lord, by confessing, judging, &c. Another is ordinary; which is a daily looking over the Book,
and hereupon solemnly indites it self before the Lord, by confessing, judging, etc. another is ordinary; which is a daily looking over the Book,
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and perusing of the sinfull Accounts from time to time. 3. You must distinguish twixt the Grace or quality of Repentance, and twixt the Act or exercise of Repentance; the Grace is wrought onely by Gods Spirit;
and perusing of the sinful Accounts from time to time. 3. You must distinguish betwixt the Grace or quality of Repentance, and betwixt the Act or exercise of Repentance; the Grace is wrought only by God's Spirit;
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the Exercise or operation is wrought ▪ and occasioned by consideration. These things being premised, I conjecture thus much.
the Exercise or operation is wrought ▪ and occasioned by consideration. These things being premised, I conjecture thus much.
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1. That solemn Consideration is necessary to initial Repentance.
1. That solemn Consideration is necessary to initial Repentance.
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The Heart is not effectually excited to the actual leaving of sin, until it doth first seriously examine and try it self, find out and ponder the vileness of its sinning and transgression; The Heart is not effectually excited to the actual leaving of since, until it does First seriously examine and try it self, find out and ponder the vileness of its sinning and Transgression;
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slight thoughts work no more then slight confessions, That we are all sinners, and there's an end;
slight thoughts work no more then slight confessions, That we Are all Sinners, and there's an end;
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but the heart must look on sin in the kinds, circumstances, hellish vileness of its thoughts,
but the heart must look on since in the Kinds, Circumstances, hellish vileness of its thoughts,
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if ever it will repent indeed. 2. That ordinary consideration is necessary to gradual Repentance.
if ever it will Repent indeed. 2. That ordinary consideration is necessary to gradual Repentance.
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If ever you would perfect your Repentance, you must ever think of your sins, those that are past, those that are present.
If ever you would perfect your Repentance, you must ever think of your Sins, those that Are past, those that Are present.
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By ordinary consideration, I do not mean, a slight and perfunctory view of them;
By ordinary consideration, I do not mean, a slight and perfunctory view of them;
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but a daily view, though not in length of time, yet having the same disposition of heart to condemn and abhor them,
but a daily view, though not in length of time, yet having the same disposition of heart to condemn and abhor them,
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and quickning us more fervently to seek God for strength, and to decline the occasions of sin,
and quickening us more fervently to seek God for strength, and to decline the occasions of since,
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and to grow more watchfull and tender, &c. If you do not ordinarily consider of the vileness of sin, you will be ordinarily insnared by the deceitfulness of sin;
and to grow more watchful and tender, etc. If you do not ordinarily Consider of the vileness of since, you will be ordinarily Ensnared by the deceitfulness of since;
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if you would enjoy constant victory and deliverance, you must admit of frequent consideration.
if you would enjoy constant victory and deliverance, you must admit of frequent consideration.
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As for the solemn Consideration, that I conjecture is not necessary at all times, but upon special occasions:
As for the solemn Consideration, that I conjecture is not necessary At all times, but upon special occasions:
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Either 1. Before we enter into some weighty business: 2. When we lie under some weighty afflictions: 3. When we are to die,
Either 1. Before we enter into Some weighty business: 2. When we lie under Some weighty afflictions: 3. When we Are to die,
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and make straight our weighty accounts: 4. When we are more solemnly to meet the Lord and renew our Covenan•s with him;
and make straight our weighty accounts: 4. When we Are more solemnly to meet the Lord and renew our Covenan•s with him;
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as in the day of Humiliation, or when we are to come unto the Sacrament.
as in the day of Humiliation, or when we Are to come unto the Sacrament.
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Now are we more solemnly and seriously to consider of our sins, partly, 1. Because now the Lord considers them who come into his special presence,
Now Are we more solemnly and seriously to Consider of our Sins, partly, 1. Because now the Lord considers them who come into his special presence,
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how you come. 2. Because you are seriously to renew your Repentance, which you cannot seriously do, without serious consideration. 3. Because you are to renew your Covenants with God, to keep a more serious watch, &c. Therefore now let us search our hearts, try,
how you come. 2. Because you Are seriously to renew your Repentance, which you cannot seriously do, without serious consideration. 3. Because you Are to renew your Covenants with God, to keep a more serious watch, etc. Therefore now let us search our hearts, try,
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and consider of our ways, renew our Repentance, turn with all our strength unto the Lord, put away iniquity far from us, humble our selves low before the Lord, confess our sins, judge our selves;
and Consider of our ways, renew our Repentance, turn with all our strength unto the Lord, put away iniquity Far from us, humble our selves low before the Lord, confess our Sins, judge our selves;
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thus if we do, we shall find more strength in our Repentance, more peace in our Consciences, more sweetness in the Sacrament, more confidence towards Christ,
thus if we do, we shall find more strength in our Repentance, more peace in our Consciences, more sweetness in the Sacrament, more confidence towards christ,
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and may comfortably expect the pardon of our sins, and salvation by his bloud.
and may comfortably expect the pardon of our Sins, and salvation by his blood.
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The third and last Use shall be for Exhortation, to set upon these two works of Consideration and Comparison.
The third and last Use shall be for Exhortation, to Set upon these two works of Consideration and Comparison.
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Here let me propound two things unto you, respecting the practical exercise of them.
Here let me propound two things unto you, respecting the practical exercise of them.
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Qu. 1. What is required to enable a person rightly to consider, and to compare? &c. I conceive thus. 1. There must be knowledge: Right Consideration and Comparison, are works of an illightened mind;
Qu. 1. What is required to enable a person rightly to Consider, and to compare? etc. I conceive thus. 1. There must be knowledge: Right Consideration and Comparison, Are works of an enlightened mind;
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to understand the proper nature and distinction of things, necessarily requires knwoledge: For Ignorance can neither consider nor distinguish;
to understand the proper nature and distinction of things, necessarily requires knwoledge: For Ignorance can neither Consider nor distinguish;
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therefore study the Word, and other Books, to understand what objects are, of which you are to consider. 2. There must be some Wisdome: For every Understanding cannot find out things, nor is able to make their differences of vileness or excellency;
Therefore study the Word, and other Books, to understand what objects Are, of which you Are to Consider. 2. There must be Some Wisdom: For every Understanding cannot find out things, nor is able to make their differences of vileness or excellency;
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as David said of the Works of God, that a brutish man understands them not, &c. Psal. 92. 5, 6. that we say of persons onely enlightened, That if they have not spiritual Wisdome, to compare things,
as David said of the Works of God, that a brutish man understands them not, etc. Psalm 92. 5, 6. that we say of Persons only enlightened, That if they have not spiritual Wisdom, to compare things,
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or to consider of them, they will never, by the evidence of the vileness of Sin,
or to Consider of them, they will never, by the evidence of the vileness of since,
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or excellency of Grace, be drawn to Repentance. 3. There must be Retiredness, or Sequestration: You must separate your selves, as Solomon speaks. Tumults of business.
or excellency of Grace, be drawn to Repentance. 3. There must be Retiredness, or Sequestration: You must separate your selves, as Solomon speaks. Tumults of business.
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or violence of noise, distract the thoughts, and alienate them, utterly disabling to consider. 4. You must gather your selves together: You must strive against division in mind;
or violence of noise, distract the thoughts, and alienate them, utterly disabling to Consider. 4. You must gather your selves together: You must strive against division in mind;
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be carefull to unite and to center your thoughts, not suffering your selves to be scattered,
be careful to unite and to centre your thoughts, not suffering your selves to be scattered,
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or blown away from your self. 5. You must pray unto God to open your eyes to see,
or blown away from your self. 5. You must pray unto God to open your eyes to see,
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and to give a judgment to discern, and to unite your hearts, and enable them to go through the work;
and to give a judgement to discern, and to unite your hearts, and enable them to go through the work;
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for verily you shall find much reluctancy and opposition of spirit, to such a work.
for verily you shall find much reluctancy and opposition of Spirit, to such a work.
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Quest. 2. In what manner we are to consider, and to compare, &c. I Answer, 1. The Rules for a right consideration, so as to occasion Repentance, are these. 1. Do it in a free time; there are times, wherein a man is most unapt for such a work as this, Quest. 2. In what manner we Are to Consider, and to compare, etc. I Answer, 1. The Rules for a right consideration, so as to occasion Repentance, Are these. 1. Do it in a free time; there Are times, wherein a man is most unapt for such a work as this,
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as when very sick in body, or under some passion of grief, or fear, or loss:
as when very sick in body, or under Some passion of grief, or Fear, or loss:
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Now the soul is in a Tumult, it cannot see things aright, nor judge aright.
Now the soul is in a Tumult, it cannot see things aright, nor judge aright.
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Take a calm time for all works of moment, either to know, or to judge thy Estate. 2. Do it with a full time: The matter is weighty, not the work of a day,
Take a Cam time for all works of moment, either to know, or to judge thy Estate. 2. Do it with a full time: The matter is weighty, not the work of a day,
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as they spake concerning the separation in Ezra, it was not a work to be done in one day.
as they spoke Concerning the separation in Ezra, it was not a work to be done in one day.
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Nor is this of sound Consideration, a business which can be hastily done, and well done;
Nor is this of found Consideration, a business which can be hastily done, and well done;
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you must do it deliberately and seriously;
you must do it deliberately and seriously;
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for there are many sins, and many circumstances to be considered of, and to be weighed and judged, &c. 3. Do it throughly: Do not begin a little, and then give over;
for there Are many Sins, and many Circumstances to be considered of, and to be weighed and judged, etc. 3. Do it thoroughly: Do not begin a little, and then give over;
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leave not till you come to the bottome;
leave not till you come to the bottom;
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see the worst of it, and the utmost of it, if ever you will see the good of it:
see the worst of it, and the utmost of it, if ever you will see the good of it:
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You are never a jot the worse, by seeing how bad you are; but you may be the better all the dayes of your life for it.
You Are never a jot the Worse, by seeing how bad you Are; but you may be the better all the days of your life for it.
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You must be faithfull to your own soul, not to pass over any sin that you can well conceive your self guilty of. 4. You must do it orderly: Consider not of all sins in a Lump, but break your thoughts:
You must be faithful to your own soul, not to pass over any since that you can well conceive your self guilty of. 4. You must do it orderly: Consider not of all Sins in a Lump, but break your thoughts:
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And as they in Judgment consider of one Cause, and then of another; so do you of your sins;
And as they in Judgement Consider of one Cause, and then of Another; so do you of your Sins;
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what are your chief sins, in affection, or practice, or inclination, and so go to other, &c. in their order, time, place, &c. 5. You must do it so long, until your heart begin to relent, and grows tender and soft:
what Are your chief Sins, in affection, or practice, or inclination, and so go to other, etc. in their order, time, place, etc. 5. You must do it so long, until your heart begin to relent, and grows tender and soft:
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Ah! how vile, and abominable, and wretched, &c. and then strike in with God by Prayer and Confession, &c. And this is a way to bring you to Repentance.
Ah! how vile, and abominable, and wretched, etc. and then strike in with God by Prayer and Confessi, etc. And this is a Way to bring you to Repentance.
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Secondly, the Rules for Comparison. If you would so compare the miserableness of the sinfull, with the happiness of a converted condition,
Secondly, the Rules for Comparison. If you would so compare the miserableness of the sinful, with the happiness of a converted condition,
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so as to be brought to Repentance, then 1. You must compare them in their proper natures and effects;
so as to be brought to Repentance, then 1. You must compare them in their proper nature's and effects;
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not by that which is accidental, but by that which is natural;
not by that which is accidental, but by that which is natural;
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there may be some trouble to a converted estate, and some delight upon an unconverted estate;
there may be Some trouble to a converted estate, and Some delight upon an unconverted estate;
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these then are preternatural, they arise not from the things themselves, but are contingent accidents:
these then Are preternatural, they arise not from the things themselves, but Are contingent accidents:
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But compare the real natures and fruits of the one with the other, and then you shall see reason to leave the one,
But compare the real nature's and fruits of the one with the other, and then you shall see reason to leave the one,
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and to choose the other. 2. You must compare them by a proper Rule: not standing, in point of definitive sentence, what your own heart, or what the World approves;
and to choose the other. 2. You must compare them by a proper Rule: not standing, in point of definitive sentence, what your own heart, or what the World approves;
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but onely what God in his Word doth sentence to be most vile and miserable, and what he pronounceth to be most good and comfortable.
but only what God in his Word does sentence to be most vile and miserable, and what he pronounceth to be most good and comfortable.
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The Rule of Comparison must ever be pure, impartial and perfect. 3. You must have so much faith also,
The Rule of Comparison must ever be pure, impartial and perfect. 3. You must have so much faith also,
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as to believe what God saith of either estate: For though you should refer the decision unto him, as to believe what God Says of either estate: For though you should refer the decision unto him,
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yet if upon his resolving, you are resolved to quarrel against it, and dispute the truth and validity,
yet if upon his resolving, you Are resolved to quarrel against it, and dispute the truth and validity,
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and say yet, It is otherwise, we will not believe that our sinfull course is so bad and so dangerous; alas!
and say yet, It is otherwise, we will not believe that our sinful course is so bad and so dangerous; alas!
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you will never repent while you live:
you will never Repent while you live:
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But you must resolve of this, that the Word shall captivate your thoughts, and shall discover,
But you must resolve of this, that the Word shall captivate your thoughts, and shall discover,
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1813
and set the differences of estates;
and Set the differences of estates;
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1814
and so you may be occasioned to repent. 4. You must take an humble and firm resolution to take and follow that way which God discovers unto you for the best;
and so you may be occasioned to Repent. 4. You must take an humble and firm resolution to take and follow that Way which God discovers unto you for the best;
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and to decline that way which God discovers to be bad and damnable:
and to decline that Way which God discovers to be bad and damnable:
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(i.) You will betake your selves industriously and stedfastly unto all the ways and means by which you may be strengthened to leave your sins,(i.) You will betake your selves industriously and steadfastly unto all the ways and means by which you may be strengthened to leave your Sins,
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and to walk with God in newness of obedience.
and to walk with God in newness of Obedience.
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LUKE 15. 18. I will arise, and go to my Father.
LUKE 15. 18. I will arise, and go to my Father.
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These words contain in them, the other fundamental part of Repentance appearing in the Prodigal, viz. The Resolution of his Will. To apprehend evil, is somthing;
These words contain in them, the other fundamental part of Repentance appearing in the Prodigal, viz. The Resolution of his Will. To apprehend evil, is something;
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but to leave it, is the safest thing;
but to leave it, is the Safest thing;
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1821
to see a better condition, shews that the eye is opened, but to go to our Father, this shews that the heart is changed.
to see a better condition, shows that the eye is opened, but to go to our Father, this shows that the heart is changed.
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This Resolution of the Prodigal, is set forth, partly by the 1. Matter of it, which is very compleat;
This Resolution of the Prodigal, is Set forth, partly by the 1. Matter of it, which is very complete;
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it contains as much as Repentance requires, (Surgam & ibo,) I will arise, I will go.
it contains as much as Repentance requires, (Surgam & ibo,) I will arise, I will go.
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1824
St. Austin is something facetious upon the words; Surgam, I will arise, quia jacebat, for the Prodigal was down before:
Saint Austin is something facetious upon the words; Surgam, I will arise, quia jacebat, for the Prodigal was down before:
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Sin is a fall, and Repentance is a rising:
since is a fallen, and Repentance is a rising:
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and ibo, I will go to my Father, quia longe aberat, for the Prodigal was far from home:
and ibo, I will go to my Father, quia long aberat, for the Prodigal was Far from home:
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1827
Sin is a long travel, a wandring rather; and Repentance is a sweet returning: We go abroad when we sin, we come home when we repent.
since is a long travel, a wandering rather; and Repentance is a sweet returning: We go abroad when we sin, we come home when we Repent.
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And Chrysostome upon Ibo ad patrem, I will go home to my Father, wittily compares the motions of Repentance to those of a journey.
And Chrysostom upon Ibo ad patrem, I will go home to my Father, wittily compares the motions of Repentance to those of a journey.
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That though which I do most conjecture at in the words, is, The Prodigals compleat Resolution for the matter of Repentance.
That though which I do most conjecture At in the words, is, The Prodigals complete Resolution for the matter of Repentance.
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Repentance is a motion twixt two terms, and is made of Aversio and Conversio; Aversion from a sinfull course,
Repentance is a motion betwixt two terms, and is made of Aversio and Conversion; Aversion from a sinful course,
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and that is in Surgam, I will arise;
and that is in Surgam, I will arise;
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Conversion to God, and this is in Ibo ad patrem, I will go to my Father. 2. The Manner or Form of it:
Conversion to God, and this is in Ibo ad patrem, I will go to my Father. 2. The Manner or From of it:
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It is not votum, a wish, nor yet velleitas, a woulding, nor yet volitia de futuro, I will hereafter:
It is not Votum, a wish, nor yet velleitas, a woulding, nor yet volitia de futuro, I will hereafter:
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1834
But his Resolution to arise and to go home, is as compleat as the Matter on which he doth resolve;
But his Resolution to arise and to go home, is as complete as the Matter on which he does resolve;
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1835
I will arise, I will go: I will arise, I will go:
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It was a strong and peremptory and present Resolution. 3. The Motive or Inducement to it, and that is in the word [ my Father. ] The apprehensions of a Father, work most to the return of a sinner.
It was a strong and peremptory and present Resolution. 3. The Motive or Inducement to it, and that is in the word [ my Father. ] The apprehensions of a Father, work most to the return of a sinner.
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1837
That I shall find a Father of God, prevails much to make a penitent Child of men.
That I shall find a Father of God, prevails much to make a penitent Child of men.
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1838
There are many excellent Propositions observable out of the words; some I will onely point at, the rest I will insist upon. Thus then.
There Are many excellent Propositions observable out of the words; Some I will only point At, the rest I will insist upon. Thus then.
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1. That Repentance is a Gradual thing in working. Though the habitual implantation of it be instantaneous, (for it is a Grace infused, 1. That Repentance is a Gradual thing in working. Though the habitual implantation of it be instantaneous, (for it is a Grace infused,
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and therefore admits not of space and leisure,) yet the actual operation of it is successive, and by degrees;
and Therefore admits not of Molle and leisure,) yet the actual operation of it is successive, and by Degrees;
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as here in the Prodigal, 1. He came to himself. 2. He considers of his perishing condition.
as Here in the Prodigal, 1. He Come to himself. 2. He considers of his perishing condition.
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3. Then compares it with the happy condition of those in his fathers house. And then 4. Resolves to leave his sins, and go home to his fathers house.
3. Then compares it with the happy condition of those in his Father's house. And then 4. Resolves to leave his Sins, and go home to his Father's house.
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2. That Repentance is an Active thing; it will make a sinner to leave his place and to find his feet:
2. That Repentance is an Active thing; it will make a sinner to leave his place and to find his feet:
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rising and going are active motions. He who repents indeed, is doing indeed;
rising and going Are active motions. He who repents indeed, is doing indeed;
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it is not an an indifferent, cold, grave, dull nothing, but the Soul stirs indeed against sin,
it is not an nias indifferent, cold, grave, dull nothing, but the Soul stirs indeed against since,
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and strives indeed to enjoy and please God. Ephraim defiles his graven Images, and will no more have to do with them;
and strives indeed to enjoy and please God. Ephraim defiles his graved Images, and will no more have to do with them;
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and readily come unto the Lord, Behold we come unto thee, for thou art the Lord our God.
and readily come unto the Lord, Behold we come unto thee, for thou art the Lord our God.
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And therefore S. John saith, Bring forth fruits meet for repentance.
And Therefore S. John Says, Bring forth fruits meet for Repentance.
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Repentance is a working Grace, it sets the judgment, the will, the affections, the whole man on work.
Repentance is a working Grace, it sets the judgement, the will, the affections, the Whole man on work.
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3. That sound resolution is requisite to sound Reformation. The Prodigal here is peremptory, I will arise, I will go to my Father:
3. That found resolution is requisite to found Reformation. The Prodigal Here is peremptory, I will arise, I will go to my Father:
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This is a point of great consequence, and very proper to the Text, and therefore I will insist upon it, by inquiring, 1. What this sound resolution is? 2. Why it is requisite to a sound Reformation? 3. Then what useful Application of this to our selves?
This is a point of great consequence, and very proper to the Text, and Therefore I will insist upon it, by inquiring, 1. What this found resolution is? 2. Why it is requisite to a found Reformation? 3. Then what useful Application of this to our selves?
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Quest. 1. What solid Resolution is?
Quest. 1. What solid Resolution is?
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Sol. It is a well grounded, strong, constant and active purpose of the Will of a penitent sinner, wherein he is peremptorily bent to forsake a sinful course,
Sol. It is a well grounded, strong, constant and active purpose of the Will of a penitent sinner, wherein he is peremptorily bent to forsake a sinful course,
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and to lead a holy and a better life. 1. It is a purpose or bent of the Will: and to led a holy and a better life. 1. It is a purpose or bent of the Will:
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So it is called, Act. 11. 23. A purpose of heart: when matters of faith or fact are only discovered unto us, the work of the mind about them is called Apprehension;
So it is called, Act. 11. 23. A purpose of heart: when matters of faith or fact Are only discovered unto us, the work of the mind about them is called Apprehension;
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when they are debated and disputed there, this is called Deliberation:
when they Are debated and disputed there, this is called Deliberation:
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and when the will is fully inclined and wrought upon, that it is with it as with the body carried to the Center, the natural Inclinations poyse and bend it thither;
and when the will is Fully inclined and wrought upon, that it is with it as with the body carried to the Centre, the natural Inclinations poise and bend it thither;
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So the very Spirits, as it were, of the will, the Pondus of it, is carryed about the work, it is set upon it; this is called Resolution.
So the very Spirits, as it were, of the will, the Pondus of it, is carried about the work, it is Set upon it; this is called Resolution.
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2. To forsake a sinful course: You must distinguish twixt Intermissions, and Excisions; twixt pausing and forsaking.
2. To forsake a sinful course: You must distinguish betwixt Intermissions, and Excisions; betwixt pausing and forsaking.
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In solid resolution the will is purposed not to make only a stop, or to admit of some interruption,
In solid resolution the will is purposed not to make only a stop, or to admit of Some interruption,
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but also to make a divorce, an utter separation:
but also to make a divorce, an utter separation:
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What have I to do with idols any more? said Ephraim; and this separation is not only in respect of a particular or personal act;What have I to do with Idols any more? said Ephraim; and this separation is not only in respect of a particular or personal act;
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1863
as thus, I will do this evil this time, or for so long a time; but also in respect of course, I am purposed to relinquish it, both in part,
as thus, I will do this evil this time, or for so long a time; but also in respect of course, I am purposed to relinquish it, both in part,
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and in whole, both now and for ever: there is difference betwixt 1. Absteining. 2. Forsaking. 3. Stopping.
and in Whole, both now and for ever: there is difference betwixt 1. Abstaining. 2. Forsaking. 3. Stopping.
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Non propono peccare, sed propono non peccare. Non propono Peccare, sed propono non Peccare.
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Isai. 30. 22. Thou shalt cast them away as a menstruous cloath, and say, get thee hen•e. Isaiah 30. 22. Thou shalt cast them away as a menstruous cloth, and say, get thee hen•e.
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1867
In the extent and latitude, though they have been Mulu utilia, jucunda & chara. 3. And to lead a Holy or Godly Life:
In the extent and latitude, though they have been Mulu Useful, Jucunda & chara. 3. And to led a Holy or Godly Life:
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And in this respect, this resolution is called sometimes, a choosing of the way of God, sometimes a cleaving to the Lord, sometimes a serving of the Lord, sometimes a Covenant to serve the Lord,
And in this respect, this resolution is called sometime, a choosing of the Way of God, sometime a cleaving to the Lord, sometime a serving of the Lord, sometime a Covenant to serve the Lord,
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and to walk with him, and somtimes a readiness to hear what the Lord will speak;
and to walk with him, and sometimes a readiness to hear what the Lord will speak;
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1870
I and my house will serve the Lord. Psal. 119. 106. I have sworn and will, &c. The sum of all is this,I and my house will serve the Lord. Psalm 119. 106. I have sworn and will, etc. The sum of all is this,
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Then is it a resolution of the will, when a person attains thus far; This is an evil way, I am heartily purposed never to walk in it more;
Then is it a resolution of the will, when a person attains thus Far; This is an evil Way, I am heartily purposed never to walk in it more;
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this is an holy and good way, I am heartily purposed to walk therein for ever;
this is an holy and good Way, I am heartily purposed to walk therein for ever;
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these sins I will follow and serve no longer; but this God shall be my God, his Lawes shall be my rule, and guide,
these Sins I will follow and serve no longer; but this God shall be my God, his Laws shall be my Rule, and guide,
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and his wayes shall be my wayes in the which I will walk.
and his ways shall be my ways in the which I will walk.
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4. In the discription consider the properties of this Resolution, which are four. 1. It is a well grounded purpose of the will;
4. In the description Consider the properties of this Resolution, which Are four. 1. It is a well grounded purpose of the will;
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1876
it is not a house without a foundation, nor a ship without a bottom, nor yet with a weak bottom;
it is not a house without a Foundation, nor a ship without a bottom, nor yet with a weak bottom;
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It is not raised, I know not how, or on a sudden, in an irrational and humorous way, or in all hast:
It is not raised, I know not how, or on a sudden, in an irrational and humorous Way, or in all haste:
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Ordinarily, he who will leave an ill course in hast, comes off from it (indeed) with too much leisure;
Ordinarily, he who will leave an ill course in haste, comes off from it (indeed) with too much leisure;
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but it is such a purpose, as is throughly bottomed upon such grounds as can give life,
but it is such a purpose, as is thoroughly bottomed upon such grounds as can give life,
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and maintain the bent and inclination of the will. It doth arise from, and depend upon mature consideration, and upon deep conviction:
and maintain the bent and inclination of the will. It does arise from, and depend upon mature consideration, and upon deep conviction:
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1881
The sinner doth first look into, and seriously peruse and weigh an impenitent and sinful course,
The sinner does First look into, and seriously peruse and weigh an impenitent and sinful course,
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and seeth the strongest, and forciblest, and justest causes to renounce it for ever;
and sees the Strongest, and forciblest, and Justest Causes to renounce it for ever;
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and also upon due trial, and searching, and weighing in the ballance of the Sanctuary, he doth find the wayes of new obedience to be the 〈 ◊ 〉 and only wayes of life, to which if he doth not turn, he cannot please God, nor be saved;
and also upon due trial, and searching, and weighing in the balance of the Sanctuary, he does find the ways of new Obedience to be the 〈 ◊ 〉 and only ways of life, to which if he does not turn, he cannot please God, nor be saved;
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and unto which if he doth turn, then he is under the best God, and in the most excellent and saving condition:
and unto which if he does turn, then he is under the best God, and in the most excellent and Saving condition:
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1885
and hereupon begs of God for grace and strength; and so resolves, &c. In a Word, the Resolution is well grounded;
and hereupon begs of God for grace and strength; and so resolves, etc. In a Word, the Resolution is well grounded;
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when it followes serious deliberation, and is raised upon divine assistance, and entred into with earnest supplication;
when it follows serious deliberation, and is raised upon divine assistance, and entered into with earnest supplication;
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for our strength cannot bring forth, nor maintain so great a work as reformation. 2. It is a strong purpose of the will:
for our strength cannot bring forth, nor maintain so great a work as Reformation. 2. It is a strong purpose of the will:
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The operations of the will are reputed strong, when either they are not divided, but united;
The operations of the will Are reputed strong, when either they Are not divided, but united;
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or when they are rooted in an habit or principle, and not only in an occasion and accident;
or when they Are rooted in an habit or principle, and not only in an occasion and accident;
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or when they are absolute, and not conditional:
or when they Are absolute, and not conditional:
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If the operations be divided, they are weak as Rivers, &c. so when a man partly wills this, and partly that;
If the operations be divided, they Are weak as rivers, etc. so when a man partly wills this, and partly that;
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he is inclined somewhat to leave his sin, and yet he is inclined to keep it;
he is inclined somewhat to leave his since, and yet he is inclined to keep it;
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this division hinders right resolution, which is not so indifferent, so indeterminate, so divided, but centers the inclination of the will, only one way, viz. to a peremptory rejection of evil,
this division hinders right resolution, which is not so indifferent, so indeterminate, so divided, but centers the inclination of the will, only one Way, viz. to a peremptory rejection of evil,
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and a peremptory election of good; the soule goes down, and it is not a grain which will turn it:
and a peremptory election of good; the soul Goes down, and it is not a grain which will turn it:
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Again, if the operations of the will arise only from occasions which is busied in alterable circumstances, they can never be strong;
Again, if the operations of the will arise only from occasions which is busied in alterable Circumstances, they can never be strong;
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as the colour in the face, which ariseth from violent exercise only, goes off presently;
as the colour in the face, which arises from violent exercise only, Goes off presently;
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so that resolution (if it may be so called) which ariseth from changeable impressions, is alwayes weak and fading; a deceitful bow, unstedfast.
so that resolution (if it may be so called) which arises from changeable impressions, is always weak and fading; a deceitful bow, unsteadfast.
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In their afflictions they will seek me early, but, &c. Hos. 6. 4. But to the production of a penitential resolution (which makes a strong purpose in the will) there must be an habit which will set the heart,In their afflictions they will seek me early, but, etc. Hos. 6. 4. But to the production of a penitential resolution (which makes a strong purpose in the will) there must be an habit which will Set the heart,
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and incline it so, that it will not be taken off;
and incline it so, that it will not be taken off;
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as in Ruth to Naomi, Intreat me not, &c. there was a strong principle of love, which made up this strong purpose to cleave unto her.
as in Ruth to Naomi, Entreat me not, etc. there was a strong principle of love, which made up this strong purpose to cleave unto her.
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Again, if the operations of the will be conditional, they can never be so strong, as when they are absolute;
Again, if the operations of the will be conditional, they can never be so strong, as when they Are absolute;
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for a supposition and case, where the will may put off and dispence with it self, cannot make the act of the will so firm as where the case is absolute (for now the whole bent of the will is carried without any check or diminution.) If a man saith, I will leave such a sinful course, in case I may have the countenance of such friends,
for a supposition and case, where the will may put off and dispense with it self, cannot make the act of the will so firm as where the case is absolute (for now the Whole bent of the will is carried without any check or diminution.) If a man Says, I will leave such a sinful course, in case I may have the countenance of such Friends,
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or the benefit of such an estate;
or the benefit of such an estate;
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and I will lead a godly life, in case I may hold correspondence and esteem in the world, &c. purposes upon variable conditions are variable.
and I will led a godly life, in case I may hold correspondence and esteem in the world, etc. Purposes upon variable conditions Are variable.
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These conditions do diminish the strength of Resolution;
These conditions do diminish the strength of Resolution;
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but when a person is carryed in an absolute way, come what will come, friendship or enmity, greatness or poverty, life or death, I will change my course;
but when a person is carried in an absolute Way, come what will come, friendship or enmity, greatness or poverty, life or death, I will change my course;
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this is a strong purpose of will, and a right Resolution. 3. It is a constant purpose, or continued:
this is a strong purpose of will, and a right Resolution. 3. It is a constant purpose, or continued:
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The •hylosophers do well distinguish twixt Passions, which are but the soul in a mood, and a fit, and twixt Qualities, which are setled tempers and Constitutions, as it were.
The •hylosophers do well distinguish betwixt Passion, which Are but the soul in a mood, and a fit, and betwixt Qualities, which Are settled tempers and Constitutions, as it were.
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Resolution is not a transient passion, but it is a fixed quality. Not that it is not interrupted, but that it is not renounced and given over, but is still maintained.
Resolution is not a Transient passion, but it is a fixed quality. Not that it is not interrupted, but that it is not renounced and given over, but is still maintained.
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Nor that it is not assaulted, but that it is not changed.
Nor that it is not assaulted, but that it is not changed.
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A twisted Cord, Propositi tenax, that is a resolute man, & sibi constans, but a double minded man,
A twisted Cord, Propositi tenax, that is a resolute man, & sibi constans, but a double minded man,
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an unstable spirit, a will, though strong as Passion, yet if unstable as water (hot in the first assault,
an unstable Spirit, a will, though strong as Passion, yet if unstable as water (hight in the First assault,
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as if we would be stronger then Men, and flat in the succeeding assaults, as if we were weaker then Women) these humours are rather some complements, which still shrink at the acting,
as if we would be Stronger then Men, and flat in the succeeding assaults, as if we were Weaker then Women) these humours Are rather Some compliments, which still shrink At the acting,
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then resolutions for change of Life: Passions are violent, but not constant, as the Galathians to Paul.
then resolutions for change of Life: Passion Are violent, but not constant, as the Galatians to Paul.
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4. Lastly, It is an active purpose:
4. Lastly, It is an active purpose:
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for as it is a vain thing to deliberate much, and to resolve on little at length,
for as it is a vain thing to deliberate much, and to resolve on little At length,
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so it is a vain Resolution which purposeth great things, but doth nothing.
so it is a vain Resolution which Purposes great things, but does nothing.
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If I resolve to take Physick for my health, and never take any, what avails that Resolution? Like Antigones, I will give, but never gave.
If I resolve to take Physic for my health, and never take any, what avails that Resolution? Like Antigones, I will give, but never gave.
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So, if a man resolve to leave his sins, but the day is still to morrow;
So, if a man resolve to leave his Sins, but the day is still to morrow;
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he sets not upon it indeed, but yet a little slumber, yet a little sleep, as S. Austin spake of himself, cras, cras, this is vain.
he sets not upon it indeed, but yet a little slumber, yet a little sleep, as S. Austin spoke of himself, cras, cras, this is vain.
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But true resolution is stirring and striving;
But true resolution is stirring and striving;
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it puts a man upon the work, as the Prodigal, I will arise and goe to my Father, who indeed did thereupon arise and go.
it puts a man upon the work, as the Prodigal, I will arise and go to my Father, who indeed did thereupon arise and go.
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I am resolved to confess my sins, to judge my self, to seek unto God by prayer;
I am resolved to confess my Sins, to judge my self, to seek unto God by prayer;
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and I do indeed do so, I do confess, judge, pray, use the means, &c. Quest. 2. Why this Resolution is requisite to a sound Reformation?
and I do indeed do so, I do confess, judge, pray, use the means, etc. Quest. 2. Why this Resolution is requisite to a found Reformation?
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1. Because Reformation of our wayes cannot be performed without much Opposition: As when Nehemiah began to repair the walls, was wi•h much opposition.
1. Because Reformation of our ways cannot be performed without much Opposition: As when Nehemiah began to repair the walls, was wi•h much opposition.
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If you will not serve sin as a Lord, you must expect to hear of sin as an Enemy;
If you will not serve sin as a Lord, you must expect to hear of sin as an Enemy;
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if you will not serve its Lusts, you shall be hindred and molested with its Lusts. Stronger rowing is requisite against a strong Tide:
if you will not serve its Lustiest, you shall be hindered and molested with its Lusts. Stronger rowing is requisite against a strong Tide:
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So for Satan, he will not easily be dispossest; if you will not follow his Counsels, you shall feel his Dar•s;
So for Satan, he will not Easily be dispossessed; if you will not follow his Counsels, you shall feel his Dar•s;
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and the world will wonder at you, and reproach you, and vilifie you; temptations on the right hand, and on the left.
and the world will wonder At you, and reproach you, and vilify you; temptations on the right hand, and on the left.
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Now, all these shocks and brunts, will not be sustained without a firm Resolution.
Now, all these shocks and brunts, will not be sustained without a firm Resolution.
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It must be an house strongly built, upon an unmoveable Rock, which will stand against all winds and waves.
It must be an house strongly built, upon an Unmovable Rock, which will stand against all winds and waves.
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2. Because sin hath been very dear unto us, and is beyond measure subtile to perswade and entice us.
2. Because since hath been very dear unto us, and is beyond measure subtle to persuade and entice us.
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It is not an easie thing (though death otherwise be threatned) to make a man willing to have his Arm or Leg cut off.
It is not an easy thing (though death otherwise be threatened) to make a man willing to have his Arm or Leg Cut off.
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Sin is as our members ot us, it is called our self, born and bred with us.
since is as our members It us, it is called our self, born and bred with us.
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The separation is not easie where the Conjunction is Natural, and hath been more familiar: It will not be done by reasoning or intreaty, but Resolution is necessary.
The separation is not easy where the Conjunction is Natural, and hath been more familiar: It will not be done by reasoning or entreaty, but Resolution is necessary.
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Again, Sin is most subtile to alure us, to entice us, to put out our thoughts of Reformation.
Again, since is most subtle to allure us, to entice us, to put out our thoughts of Reformation.
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How often doth it untwist the Cord and propound delights and pleasures (some sweet baits or other) which take us quite away from our private intentions? How extremely doth it fill the heart with Unbelief, that the Reformation of such a sin can never be? and if we set upon it,
How often does it untwist the Cord and propound delights and pleasures (Some sweet baits or other) which take us quite away from our private intentions? How extremely does it fill the heart with Unbelief, that the Reformation of such a since can never be? and if we Set upon it,
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how strangely doth it amaze us, that there is no hope of mercy, and therefore we were better enjoy some pleasure a while,
how strangely does it amaze us, that there is no hope of mercy, and Therefore we were better enjoy Some pleasure a while,
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then bitterness and anguish for ever. 3. The heart is naturally deceitful, and apt to turn or be turned:
then bitterness and anguish for ever. 3. The heart is naturally deceitful, and apt to turn or be turned:
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A small thing will make the eye to shut, and the very imagination of danger is enough to discourage many a man, A small thing will make the eye to shut, and the very imagination of danger is enough to discourage many a man,
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and to make him to recoyl: A cunning man must be tyed in firm bonds. We think that we will do much, and suffer any thing;
and to make him to recoil: A cunning man must be tied in firm bonds. We think that we will do much, and suffer any thing;
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but this we find, that if the way be good, we do not easily like it;
but this we find, that if the Way be good, we do not Easily like it;
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if it be long, we are quickly weary of it; if it be harsh, we are ready to forsake it.
if it be long, we Are quickly weary of it; if it be harsh, we Are ready to forsake it.
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Now occurrents and accidents do ordinarily put on us new Intentions and Byasses.
Now occurrents and accidents do ordinarily put on us new Intentions and Byasses.
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4. If you consider the frame and disposition of that new course of Godly walking, you will confess that a resolution is necessary;
4. If you Consider the frame and disposition of that new course of Godly walking, you will confess that a resolution is necessary;
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for, 1. It is spiritual, and wholly heavenly. 2. It is strict, and must be ordered by rule:
for, 1. It is spiritual, and wholly heavenly. 2. It is strict, and must be ordered by Rule:
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no room for any one sinful lust or way, strait is the gate. 3. It is opposite and contrary to that nature and will which is corrupt in us, it is supra & contra. 4. It is difficult and very high;
no room for any one sinful lust or Way, strait is the gate. 3. It is opposite and contrary to that nature and will which is corrupt in us, it is supra & contra. 4. It is difficult and very high;
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grace and supernatural works are hard, to deny our selves, our own righteousness, &c. 5. It is capable of such dangers, which will not easily be digested, even loss of life it self. 6. It is very laborious, it must cost a man much study and search, much care and watchfulness, much prayers,
grace and supernatural works Are hard, to deny our selves, our own righteousness, etc. 5. It is capable of such dangers, which will not Easily be digested, even loss of life it self. 6. It is very laborious, it must cost a man much study and search, much care and watchfulness, much Prayers,
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and many tears, much self-denial, and mortification;
and many tears, much self-denial, and mortification;
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much going out of himself, and adventuring upon pure promises. 7. Of necessity, the soul must undergoe much,
much going out of himself, and adventuring upon pure promises. 7. Of necessity, the soul must undergo much,
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if it will lead a godly life; if it will led a godly life;
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many violent temptations from Satan, inward conflicts with the love of sin, outward persecutions from the world, They that will live godly must suffer persecution.
many violent temptations from Satan, inward conflicts with the love of since, outward persecutions from the world, They that will live godly must suffer persecution.
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Now tell me whether a firm resolution be not necessary, when a man changeth to a course which is very spiritual and holy,
Now tell me whither a firm resolution be not necessary, when a man changes to a course which is very spiritual and holy,
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whereas before he lived in a course that was sensual and impure;
whereas before he lived in a course that was sensual and impure;
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again, into a course very strict and contrary to him in great part, and very difficult,
again, into a course very strict and contrary to him in great part, and very difficult,
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and very dangerous, and wherein he must be very industrious, and go through many a sharp trial and brunt.
and very dangerous, and wherein he must be very Industria, and go through many a sharp trial and brunt.
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All the use which I shall make of this assertion shall be reduced unto two heads. 1. Of Exhortation. 2. Direction.
All the use which I shall make of this assertion shall be reduced unto two Heads. 1. Of Exhortation. 2. Direction.
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1. The Ex•ortation is, that as we do desire a real reformation of our sinful wayes,
1. The Ex•ortation is, that as we do desire a real Reformation of our sinful ways,
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so we strive to bring our hearts to a solid resolution against them. Two things I will propound as motives to edge this exhortation. 1. The folly and inconvenience of an irresolute and tottering and hovering spirit viz. 1. Till you attain to a firm resolution, you will never be free from strong temptations: Faint denials are interpretative Encouragements;
so we strive to bring our hearts to a solid resolution against them. Two things I will propound as motives to edge this exhortation. 1. The folly and inconvenience of an irresolute and tottering and hovering Spirit viz. 1. Till you attain to a firm resolution, you will never be free from strong temptations: Faint denials Are interpretative Encouragements;
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as it is with the ill humours of the body, they flock and resort to a crazy part;
as it is with the ill humours of the body, they flock and resort to a crazy part;
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So it is with Satans temptations, they will ever be frequent where the heart is ready to embrace, or not resolved to resist:
So it is with Satan temptations, they will ever be frequent where the heart is ready to embrace, or not resolved to resist:
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why shouldest thou expect that Satan should fall off, when thou art yet irresolved to resist him? that he should not be backward to tempt,
why Shouldst thou expect that Satan should fallen off, when thou art yet irresolved to resist him? that he should not be backward to tempt,
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when thou art not resolved not to yield? 2. Till you attain to a firm resolution, you will never come to a firm peace;
when thou art not resolved not to yield? 2. Till you attain to a firm resolution, you will never come to a firm peace;
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Conscience cannot be clear in its testimony, when we are indifferent in our purpose against sin.
Conscience cannot be clear in its testimony, when we Are indifferent in our purpose against since.
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Paul could say, the evil that I would not doe; thou canst not say so:Paul could say, the evil that I would not do; thou Canst not say so:
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The decision of that estate will be under a cloud, and you will be struck with more suspicions of hypocrisie and wrath,
The decision of that estate will be under a cloud, and you will be struck with more suspicions of hypocrisy and wrath,
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while you come to be plain-hearted and resolute, I will serve no sin any longer. 3. Till you attain to a firm resolution, you will be subject to the frequent intanglings of sin;
while you come to be plainhearted and resolute, I will serve no since any longer. 3. Till you attain to a firm resolution, you will be Subject to the frequent entanglings of since;
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weak resolutions are like a weak child, or a feather, or like weak walls, through which any bullet will flye:
weak resolutions Are like a weak child, or a feather, or like weak walls, through which any bullet will fly:
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Thou hast no armour on, till thou be resolved;
Thou hast no armour on, till thou be resolved;
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any sinful occasion or opportunity is too hard for him, whose heart is not clad with a peremptory denial:
any sinful occasion or opportunity is too hard for him, whose heart is not clad with a peremptory denial:
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How can he be stedfast, who is not •ound? a •ame Legg is apt to ••ll;
How can he be steadfast, who is not •ound? a •ame Legg is apt to ••ll;
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or what shock can a weak body sustein? it cannot be, but thou shouldest be under the guilt of much corruption, who art not determinately fixed in thy resolves against all sinful suggestions:
or what shock can a weak body sustain? it cannot be, but thou Shouldst be under the guilt of much corruption, who art not determinately fixed in thy resolves against all sinful suggestions:
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Thou wondredst at it, that perhaps after many Prayers, and much hearing, yet some sin or other still prevails:
Thou wondredst At it, that perhaps After many Prayers, and much hearing, yet Some since or other still prevails:
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but can it well be expected, that Sin should not be thy Conqueror, when as yet, thou art not resolved to be its enemy? 4. Till you attain to a firm resolution you will but shuffle in a good course, off and on, sometimes much, sometimes little, sometimes nothing:
but can it well be expected, that since should not be thy Conqueror, when as yet, thou art not resolved to be its enemy? 4. Till you attain to a firm resolution you will but shuffle in a good course, off and on, sometime much, sometime little, sometime nothing:
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A doubleminded man is unstable in all his wayes, saith St. James 1. 8. every business will withdraw you,A doubleminded man is unstable in all his ways, Says Saint James 1. 8. every business will withdraw you,
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and any occasion will excuse you from Gods service, while you are indifferent unto it;
and any occasion will excuse you from God's service, while you Are indifferent unto it;
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every wind drives through thy Boat, and every frost will nip thy Bud. 5. Nay, Irresolution will prove a bitter root of apostacy:
every wind drives through thy Boat, and every frost will nip thy Bud. 5. Nay, Irresolution will prove a bitter root of apostasy:
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if dangers surprize thee on the left hand, or temptations on the right hand;
if dangers surprise thee on the left hand, or temptations on the right hand;
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it is a thousand to one, but thou wilt deny the faith, and make Shipwrack of conscience.
it is a thousand to one, but thou wilt deny the faith, and make Shipwreck of conscience.
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1980
There lies much of our hopeful constancy in Religion as we set forth;
There lies much of our hopeful constancy in Religion as we Set forth;
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1981
if we begin with faint and irresolved hearts, we shall fall back with wounded and broken Souls;
if we begin with faint and irresolved hearts, we shall fallen back with wounded and broken Souls;
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1982
he cannot be long good, who is not resolvedly good. 6. Flat and poor communion with God:
he cannot be long good, who is not resolvedly good. 6. Flat and poor communion with God:
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1983
You will make no prayer, or but cold indifferent Prayer: Austin was affraid that God would hear him.
You will make no prayer, or but cold indifferent Prayer: Austin was afraid that God would hear him.
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1984
2. The benefits and comforts o• a firm Resolution, which are many. 1. It will be a great Testimony unto you, that your hearts are upright.
2. The benefits and comforts o• a firm Resolution, which Are many. 1. It will be a great Testimony unto you, that your hearts Are upright.
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1985
He who will not resolve against a sinful course, either his heart hath a flaw of hypocrisie, or a sink of impiety;
He who will not resolve against a sinful course, either his heart hath a flaw of hypocrisy, or a sink of impiety;
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1986
he loves sin, or would not yet le•ve it: the greatest part of our integ•ity lies in the hearts frame and purpose:
he loves since, or would not yet le•ve it: the greatest part of our integ•ity lies in the hearts frame and purpose:
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1987
that man who is resoled to part with all sin, hath an heart who loves all good;
that man who is resoled to part with all since, hath an heart who loves all good;
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1988
it is only sound grace which breeds sound resolution. 2. It will be a great apology, in case of falling, that yet it is not presumptuous, but of In•irmity. (The evil that I would not do, that do I, &c. Rom. 7.) and rather an affect of a strong temptation,
it is only found grace which breeds found resolution. 2. It will be a great apology, in case of falling, that yet it is not presumptuous, but of In•irmity. (The evil that I would not do, that do I, etc. Rom. 7.) and rather an affect of a strong temptation,
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1989
then of any secret affection of the heart to sin;
then of any secret affection of the heart to sin;
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1990
for where the purpose and resolution of the heart is set against a sin, and makes its resistence;
for where the purpose and resolution of the heart is Set against a since, and makes its resistance;
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1991
though the sinning may be great, yet it is not presumptuous. Four effects this firm Resolution worketh about sin;
though the sinning may be great, yet it is not presumptuous. Four effects this firm Resolution works about since;
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1992
either it doth, 1. Cease the motions of it;
either it does, 1. Cease the motions of it;
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1993
or 2. Abates and lessens them; or 3. Disappoints and frustrates them; as Joseph about his mistress:
or 2. Abates and lessens them; or 3. Disappoints and frustrates them; as Joseph about his mistress:
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1994
or else, 4. It mitigates and corrects them in the degree of guilt;
or Else, 4. It mitigates and corrects them in the degree of guilt;
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1995
either it keeps me sound, or else causeth that the wound is less. 3. Such a man may confidently go to God for help and assistance. If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear my prayer (said David) but verily, God hath heard me, he hath attended to the voice of my Prayer, Psal. 69. 18, 19. Thou shalt not struggle with sin in vain,
either it keeps me found, or Else Causes that the wound is less. 3. Such a man may confidently go to God for help and assistance. If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear my prayer (said David) but verily, God hath herd me, he hath attended to the voice of my Prayer, Psalm 69. 18, 19. Thou shalt not struggle with since in vain,
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1996
nor cry unto God in vain;
nor cry unto God in vain;
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1997
if once thou couldst be firmly resolved against sin, thou shouldst more confidently repair to Christ,
if once thou Couldst be firmly resolved against since, thou Shouldst more confidently repair to christ,
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1998
and shouldst assuredly find more Victory over it, as Paul, Rom. 7. 24, 25. What have I to do any more with idols? I have heard him, and observed him;
and Shouldst assuredly find more Victory over it, as Paul, Rom. 7. 24, 25. What have I to do any more with Idols? I have herd him, and observed him;
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1999
I am like a green Fir-Tree, from me is thy fruit found. Hos. 14. 8. 4. And more confidently, expect the remission of sins past; I am like a green Fir-Tree, from me is thy fruit found. Hos. 14. 8. 4. And more confidently, expect the remission of Sins past;
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2000
with what face can a m•n embolden himself before the Lord? O Lord I beseech thee to pardon such or such a sin,
with what face can a m•n embolden himself before the Lord? O Lord I beseech thee to pardon such or such a since,
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2001
and I trust thou wilt do it, but I am not yet resolved to leave it.
and I trust thou wilt do it, but I am not yet resolved to leave it.
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2002
And when a person can come before the Lord, and say, Search and tell me, O Lord,
And when a person can come before the Lord, and say, Search and tell me, Oh Lord,
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2003
if there be any way of wickedness, which I know and allow against, which I am not resolved and strive.
if there be any Way of wickedness, which I know and allow against, which I am not resolved and strive.
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2004
Now O Lord, thou art a gracious God, I beseech thee for thy mercies sake, forgive my sins, blot them out, I hate them with an unfeigned hatred, do thou for thine own sake pardon and subdue them. 5. You shall much free your selves from the ancient suggestions of Satan, about particular Sins:
Now Oh Lord, thou art a gracious God, I beseech thee for thy Mercies sake, forgive my Sins, blot them out, I hate them with an unfeigned hatred, do thou for thine own sake pardon and subdue them. 5. You shall much free your selves from the ancient suggestions of Satan, about particular Sins:
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2005
Resist the Divel and he will flee from you, Jam. 4. 7. Where there is no hope of Victory, there will be little encouragement to fight; Resist the devil and he will flee from you, Jam. 4. 7. Where there is no hope of Victory, there will be little encouragement to fight;
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2006
firm resolutions are like rocks, against which the waves may beat and strike, but cannot move nor alter;
firm resolutions Are like Rocks, against which the waves may beatrice and strike, but cannot move nor altar;
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2007
Satan may indeed somewhat molest, but the heart is in a sort impregnable, which is stedfastly resolved.
Satan may indeed somewhat molest, but the heart is in a sort impregnable, which is steadfastly resolved.
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2008
Christiana sum, said she, I am a Christian, who was much assaulted to deny the Faith;Christian sum, said she, I am a Christian, who was much assaulted to deny the Faith;
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2009
and so silenced all threats and allurements for the abnegation of Christ. When they saw Paul's resolution fixed for Jerusalem, they gave off their importunity:
and so silenced all Treats and allurements for the abnegation of christ. When they saw Paul's resolution fixed for Jerusalem, they gave off their importunity:
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2010
so Temptations will slack when our Resolutions are settled. It is in vain, I will not hearken;
so Temptations will slack when our Resolutions Are settled. It is in vain, I will not harken;
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2011
thou mayest molest me, Satan, but I will never yield unto thee. 6. You will be less interrupted in your holy services.
thou Mayest molest me, Satan, but I will never yield unto thee. 6. You will be less interrupted in your holy services.
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2012
Whilest the heart is any thing indifferent and flexible, sinfull motions, like the Birds, will return and flock about the Corn,
Whilst the heart is any thing indifferent and flexible, sinful motions, like the Birds, will return and flock about the Corn,
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if the Watchman be now there, and anon removed. When the Minister is speaking to your ear, Sin will be speaking to your heart;
if the Watchman be now there, and anon removed. When the Minister is speaking to your ear, since will be speaking to your heart;
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and when your tongues are speaking to God, your thoughts will be busied in giving Sin an answer, or the World:
and when your tongues Are speaking to God, your thoughts will be busied in giving since an answer, or the World:
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2015
But if the heart were more resolved against sin, it would be more united in duty;
But if the heart were more resolved against since, it would be more united in duty;
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the thoughts, and mind, and affections would be more collected and center'd upon the NONLATINALPHABET, the work in hand;
the thoughts, and mind, and affections would be more collected and centered upon the, the work in hand;
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it would not scatter so much, it would not follow that which it cares not for, but peremptorily abhors.
it would not scatter so much, it would not follow that which it Cares not for, but peremptorily abhors.
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The next Use shall be for Direction, and that in two particulars: 1. How to raise a solid Resolution: 2. How to keep and maintain it.
The next Use shall be for Direction, and that in two particulars: 1. How to raise a solid Resolution: 2. How to keep and maintain it.
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First, The Means to raise it.
First, The Means to raise it.
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There are some things of which you must take heed and strive against, as being vigorous impediments to the rearing of this frame,
There Are Some things of which you must take heed and strive against, as being vigorous impediments to the rearing of this frame,
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and twisting of this firm cord. 1. A secret favouring of sin.
and twisting of this firm cord. 1. A secret favouring of since.
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As long as your hearts cunningly connive at, and harbour your lusts (those evil Inmates) you will never throughly come to a Resolution to cast them off.
As long as your hearts cunningly connive At, and harbour your Lustiest (those evil Inmates) you will never thoroughly come to a Resolution to cast them off.
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For love will untwist many arguments, and prevail against strong Motives; it will let down your mind, as fast as reasons do raise it up.
For love will untwist many Arguments, and prevail against strong Motives; it will let down your mind, as fast as Reasons do raise it up.
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It is the best Friend, and strongest Advocate that sin hath.
It is the best Friend, and Strongest Advocate that since hath.
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You see a Parent (perhaps David against Absalom) resolved to exile his Child from his presence;
You see a Parent (perhaps David against Absalom) resolved to exile his Child from his presence;
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but natural affection turned him, and wrought so, after a while, that David longs for Absalom again.
but natural affection turned him, and wrought so, After a while, that David longs for Absalom again.
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As a Spring will work out that which is cast in;
As a Spring will work out that which is cast in;
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so will a secret affection to sin, work off the impression of all Arguments, and any such preposterous Resolves against sin.
so will a secret affection to since, work off the impression of all Arguments, and any such preposterous Resolves against since.
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2. A tenderness or delicacy of spirit: I mean, an inordinate self-love:
2. A tenderness or delicacy of Spirit: I mean, an inordinate Self-love:
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Love of sin, and so also the love of our selves, both of them are adversaries to a penitential Resolution:
Love of since, and so also the love of our selves, both of them Are Adversaries to a penitential Resolution:
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If a man will go to Heaven asleep, have his ease, and his friends, and his liberty,
If a man will go to Heaven asleep, have his ease, and his Friends, and his liberty,
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and his safeties, and his quiet, and his pleasures, and great matters, he will never come to a through Resolution.
and his Safeties, and his quiet, and his pleasures, and great matters, he will never come to a through Resolution.
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God likes no such bargain, no condition;
God likes no such bargain, no condition;
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as, I am willing to serve thee, but I am resolved never to suffer for thee;
as, I am willing to serve thee, but I am resolved never to suffer for thee;
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I will be good, if I may be safe; I will go to sea, but on condition I shall meet with no storms;
I will be good, if I may be safe; I will go to sea, but on condition I shall meet with no storms;
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I will enter into the war, but on condition that I will have no blows.
I will enter into the war, but on condition that I will have no blows.
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We must be at a point for all things except what is good, if we be resolved to be good indeed;
We must be At a point for all things except what is good, if we be resolved to be good indeed;
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no, not Life it self must be dearer to us, than that which is far better than Life.
no, not Life it self must be Dearer to us, than that which is Far better than Life.
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3. A perversness of spirit, on self-wilfulness;
3. A perverseness of Spirit, on self-wilfulness;
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if you do resolve to be your own Master, you can never resolve to be Gods Servant;
if you do resolve to be your own Master, you can never resolve to be God's Servant;
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2041
if your hearts be not disposable to his will, they will never be flexible and fixed on his work.
if your hearts be not disposable to his will, they will never be flexible and fixed on his work.
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You must in many things be contented to deny your own thoughts, and to captivate your own judgments and reasonings,
You must in many things be contented to deny your own thoughts, and to captivate your own Judgments and reasonings,
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and to submit both your judgment and will to a Divine Rule, and there take forth directions for your lives,
and to submit both your judgement and will to a Divine Rule, and there take forth directions for your lives,
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how contrary soever to your own conceits and delights.
how contrary soever to your own conceits and delights.
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4. A faintness of spirit. If you make the work absolutely impossible, you do but cool and quash resolutions.
4. A faintness of Spirit. If you make the work absolutely impossible, you do but cool and quash resolutions.
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There is a need of bellows, not waters, for tender sparks;
There is a need of bellows, not waters, for tender sparks;
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for no man will attempt a hopeless work, or that which he knows will certainly prove fruitless.
for no man will attempt a hopeless work, or that which he knows will Certainly prove fruitless.
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Do not side with such thoughts as these; I shall never be able to get victory over such strong sins, and long corruptions:
Do not side with such thoughts as these; I shall never be able to get victory over such strong Sins, and long corruptions:
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Or, I shall never be able to do what the Lord requires, so much, and with such affections;
Or, I shall never be able to do what the Lord requires, so much, and with such affections;
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nor shall I ever bear such reproaches, losses, disgraces, indignities.
nor shall I ever bear such Reproaches, losses, disgraces, indignities.
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Never consult with flesh and bloud in a case of holy Resolution, nor credit Satan about the leaving of sin:
Never consult with Flesh and blood in a case of holy Resolution, nor credit Satan about the leaving of since:
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but if thou wilt consult with what may fear and dishearten thee, consult also with what may encourage and quicken thee.
but if thou wilt consult with what may Fear and dishearten thee, consult also with what may encourage and quicken thee.
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Though thy sins be strong, yet they are conquerable, (onely true Grace is invincible.) It is possible for a sinfull nature to be altered and renewed,
Though thy Sins be strong, yet they Are conquerable, (only true Grace is invincible.) It is possible for a sinful nature to be altered and renewed,
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and therefore it is not impossible for any sin to be subdued: Though thy own strength be insufficient, yet Christ's is not;
and Therefore it is not impossible for any since to be subdued: Though thy own strength be insufficient, yet Christ's is not;
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He who hath commanded thee to combat with Sin, hath likewise promised to conquer sin;
He who hath commanded thee to combat with since, hath likewise promised to conquer since;
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if thy duty be active, he is able to work in thee both to will and to do;
if thy duty be active, he is able to work in thee both to will and to do;
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if thy duty be passive, he can give thee not onely to do, but to suffer for his sake;
if thy duty be passive, he can give thee not only to do, but to suffer for his sake;
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if thou must not be less then a Sufferer, he can make thee more than a Conqueror:
if thou must not be less then a Sufferer, he can make thee more than a Conqueror:
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Thy helps are far greater than thy discouragements, there are more with thee than against thee: Therefore fear not to resolve;
Thy helps Are Far greater than thy discouragements, there Are more with thee than against thee: Therefore Fear not to resolve;
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'tis a vanity to talk of another, or fitter season;
it's a vanity to talk of Another, or fitter season;
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you will be more unwilling to leave sin, the more time you take to commit sin.
you will be more unwilling to leave since, the more time you take to commit since.
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II. There are some things which you must, in some measure possess, if ever you would be brought to a penitential Resolution.
II There Are Some things which you must, in Some measure possess, if ever you would be brought to a penitential Resolution.
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1. Get as distinct a knowledge of sin, as clear conviction as you can. It is our blindness which keeps us in service;
1. Get as distinct a knowledge of since, as clear conviction as you can. It is our blindness which keeps us in service;
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and the Will is usually perverse, because the Judgment is greatly dark:
and the Will is usually perverse, Because the Judgement is greatly dark:
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Did we know sin aright, (truly, fully, experimentally,) you have attained to Reasons enough,
Did we know since aright, (truly, Fully, experimentally,) you have attained to Reasons enough,
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why you should resolve against it. Sin carries its own condemnation with it:
why you should resolve against it. since carries its own condemnation with it:
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Sometimes the particular effects of sin do half perswade us to be Christians, to leave the service of sin;
Sometime the particular effects of since do half persuade us to be Christians, to leave the service of since;
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a stroke or two upon the Conscience, do thus far prevail, as to pause and stop;
a stroke or two upon the Conscience, do thus Far prevail, as to pause and stop;
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If then we knew sin in the latitude of its bitter effects, and in the intensiveness of them (beyond all thoughts) for bitterness and perpetuity,
If then we knew since in the latitude of its bitter effects, and in the intensiveness of them (beyond all thoughts) for bitterness and perpetuity,
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as also that extreme vileness in the formal nature of it, which is the vast womb and Ocean, out of which these bitter waters do flow;
as also that extreme vileness in the formal nature of it, which is the vast womb and Ocean, out of which these bitter waters do flow;
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if we did know sin as the darkest blot, and loathsome blur, opposite to the truest Glory of purest Holiness;
if we did know since as the Darkest blot, and loathsome blur, opposite to the Truest Glory of Purest Holiness;
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and as the most deformed and highest Rebellion to the most equal Laws and Rules of Divine Soveraignty;
and as the most deformed and highest Rebellion to the most equal Laws and Rules of Divine Sovereignty;
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and as the very Eclipse, and utter Inconsistence with all real Happiness; and as the infallible and unavoidable Precipice of our intollerable and eternal Damnation:
and as the very Eclipse, and utter Inconsistence with all real Happiness; and as the infallible and unavoidable Precipice of our intolerable and Eternal Damnation:
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At least, this would be an occasional excitation, if not a strong foundation, upon which to raise a Resolution to quit and forsake it.
At least, this would be an occasional excitation, if not a strong Foundation, upon which to raise a Resolution to quit and forsake it.
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Sure I am, the defect of this, that men know not sin, makes them bold and venturous, obstinate, and tenacious;
Sure I am, the defect of this, that men know not since, makes them bold and venturous, obstinate, and tenacious;
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they will not desist from the practice of sin, because they know not the evil of sin.
they will not desist from the practice of since, Because they know not the evil of since.
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2. You must get an hatred of sin, else you will never truly and effectually resolve against it:
2. You must get an hatred of since, Else you will never truly and effectually resolve against it:
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All the actions of our lives are fed by the affections of the will;
All the actions of our lives Are fed by the affections of the will;
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these are (in morals) principia immediate & vincentia; and of all the affections (as the Anatomists observe in the body, two master-Veins, Vena cava, & vena aorta;) so in the soul, there are two which are Soveraign, and bear sway;
these Are (in morals) principia immediate & Vincentia; and of all the affections (as the Anatomists observe in the body, two master-Veins, Vena cava, & vena aorta;) so in the soul, there Are two which Are Sovereign, and bear sway;
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one is Love, and the other is Hatred; that bears sway in matters elegible and practicable, this in matters sinfull and declinable.
one is Love, and the other is Hatred; that bears sway in matters elegible and practicable, this in matters sinful and declinable.
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Resolutions against sin, not rooted in hatred, will slack like a deceitfull Bow;
Resolutions against since, not rooted in hatred, will slack like a deceitful Bow;
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and Resolutions to a better course, not raised from love, will be but as the morning dew:
and Resolutions to a better course, not raised from love, will be but as the morning due:
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It is hatred which makes us bent and peremptory againct evil, and it is love which mak•s us resolute and stedfast for good.
It is hatred which makes us bent and peremptory against evil, and it is love which mak•s us resolute and steadfast for good.
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Hatred hath three properties in it against an evil Object, Enmity, Flight, and Irreconcileableness: And Love hath two properties in it, Union, and Adhaesion;
Hatred hath three properties in it against an evil Object, Enmity, Flight, and Irreconcilableness: And Love hath two properties in it, union, and Adhesion;
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Ruth clave in love to Naomi, and was se•ed in it, never to leave her:Ruth clave in love to Naomi, and was se•ed in it, never to leave her:
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And Ephraim was strong in detestation, and therefore peremptorily in resolution, What have I to do any more with Idols?
And Ephraim was strong in detestation, and Therefore peremptorily in resolution, What have I to do any more with Idols?
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3. There must be Faith, and then there will be Resolution.
3. There must be Faith, and then there will be Resolution.
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Faith, 1. To believe the Word of God, discovering and threatning an evil condition and course; Faith, 1. To believe the Word of God, discovering and threatening an evil condition and course;
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2. To believe the excellency of a good Condition, and Life, and Rewards.
2. To believe the excellency of a good Condition, and Life, and Rewards.
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If thou didst indeed believe that sin would damn thee, wouldst not thou resolve against it? if thou didst indeed believe that the holy life were the happy life, couldst thou by Faith see him that is invisible,
If thou didst indeed believe that since would damn thee, Wouldst not thou resolve against it? if thou didst indeed believe that the holy life were the happy life, Couldst thou by Faith see him that is invisible,
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and the beauties of holiness, which are hid from the World, and those great consolations and rewards reserved for a pious heart and conversation, thou wouldst quickly turn the Scale, m•ke the cho•ce,
and the beauty's of holiness, which Are hid from the World, and those great consolations and rewards reserved for a pious heart and Conversation, thou Wouldst quickly turn the Scale, m•ke the cho•ce,
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and resolve, 'Tis true, I must leave my sins, but I shall gain my God; their pleasures, but I shall gain his delights;
and resolve, It's true, I must leave my Sins, but I shall gain my God; their pleasures, but I shall gain his delights;
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I may forfeit the love of Friends, but I shall find kindness of God; I quit Earth, but I shall get Heaven;
I may forfeit the love of Friends, but I shall find kindness of God; I quit Earth, but I shall get Heaven;
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I leave but filthiness, but guilt, but misery, but Hell; I shall get holiness, and peace, and Christ, and Comfort, and Heaven;
I leave but filthiness, but guilt, but misery, but Hell; I shall get holiness, and peace, and christ, and Comfort, and Heaven;
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I am insufficient, but God is sufficient.
I am insufficient, but God is sufficient.
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4. Vehement Prayer, that the Lord would give a heart willing to forsake sin, and willing to choose him and his ways:
4. Vehement Prayer, that the Lord would give a heart willing to forsake since, and willing to choose him and his ways:
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For the purposes of our hearts are from him.
For the Purposes of our hearts Are from him.
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Resolution should be a Pos•e of Prayers, steept in prayer, blown up by the breath of Heaven;
Resolution should be a Pos•e of Prayers, steeped in prayer, blown up by the breath of Heaven;
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Psal. 119. 5. O that my ways were directed to keep thy statutes. v. 8. I will keep thy statutes; O forsake me not utterly: Psalm 119. 5. Oh that my ways were directed to keep thy statutes. v. 8. I will keep thy statutes; Oh forsake me not utterly:
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What you undertake without prayer, you will forsake without c•mfort: All resolutions are best made, which are made upon the knee of prayer.
What you undertake without prayer, you will forsake without c•mfort: All resolutions Are best made, which Are made upon the knee of prayer.
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Secondly, The means to maintain and keep up this Resolution. If you would attain to a solid and permanent Resolution, then,
Secondly, The means to maintain and keep up this Resolution. If you would attain to a solid and permanent Resolution, then,
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1. Let your Resolution not be presumptuous, but humble:
1. Let your Resolution not be presumptuous, but humble:
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If you raise your Resolutions upon your own strength, you will shortly quit them by your own weakness.
If you raise your Resolutions upon your own strength, you will shortly quit them by your own weakness.
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No spiritual frame or work is safe or strong, which is reared upon it self alone;
No spiritual frame or work is safe or strong, which is reared upon it self alone;
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it must not be less than a rock higher than our selves, upon which we must build.
it must not be less than a rock higher than our selves, upon which we must built.
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The wings bear the body of the flying Fowl, but this they cannot do without air to spread and bear up those wings.
The wings bear the body of the flying Fowl, but this they cannot do without air to spread and bear up those wings.
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I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me. I can do all things through christ that strengthens me.
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Philip. 4. There must be some strength in us to advance a Resolution, but then there must be another Strength, upon w•ich both that Resolution and that Strength must depend:
Philip. 4. There must be Some strength in us to advance a Resolution, but then there must be Another Strength, upon w•ich both that Resolution and that Strength must depend:
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And therefore as a Warrant is of no force, if it goes not out in the Kings name;
And Therefore as a Warrant is of no force, if it Goes not out in the Kings name;
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so a Resolution is too recoiling, which begins not in Christs power:
so a Resolution is too recoiling, which begins not in Christ power:
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As David encountred Goliah, not with his own Sword, but in Gods Name; so we must resolve against our sins, with Gods strength assisting of us;
As David encountered Goliath, not with his own Sword, but in God's Name; so we must resolve against our Sins, with God's strength assisting of us;
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otherwise, our sins may rerly to us, as the Devils to the sons of Sceva, •esus I know,
otherwise, our Sins may rerly to us, as the Devils to the Sons of Sceva, •esus I know,
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and Paul I know, but who are ye? A ship, though well built, must have wind to drive it, and set it forward;and Paul I know, but who Are you? A ship, though well built, must have wind to drive it, and Set it forward;
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and a Christian needs more strength than his own, to forsake a bad, or to follow a good course.
and a Christian needs more strength than his own, to forsake a bad, or to follow a good course.
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It is a wise course, in lendi•g of Money, to joyn another party in the Bond, who is more able and sure than the borrower:
It is a wise course, in lendi•g of Money, to join Another party in the Bound, who is more able and sure than the borrower:
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Doest thou resolve against such a sinfull way, or for a holy life? t•ke not single Bond; (thy own heart,
Dost thou resolve against such a sinful Way, or for a holy life? t•ke not single Bound; (thy own heart,
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though to thy thinking well furnisht and stock• with resolution, is yet but a creature,
though to thy thinking well furnished and stock• with resolution, is yet but a creature,
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and may deceive thee, and m•ke thee to break:) but take double Bond, beseech the Lord to be bound for thee, to give thee his strength, which is indeed sufficient to preserve, and to perpetuate thy resolutions.
and may deceive thee, and m•ke thee to break:) but take double Bound, beseech the Lord to be bound for thee, to give thee his strength, which is indeed sufficient to preserve, and to perpetuate thy resolutions.
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2. You must be sure that you get a mournfull heart for what is past, or else you will never get a resolute heart for the future:
2. You must be sure that you get a mournful heart for what is passed, or Else you will never get a resolute heart for the future:
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if the heart be not broken for sin, sin will quickly break the resolution of the heart;
if the heart be not broken for since, since will quickly break the resolution of the heart;
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He who will without any more adoe be joyously good, I fear, least after a while, you see him earnestly bad.
He who will without any more ado be joyously good, I Fear, lest After a while, you see him earnestly bad.
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We seldome observe, that an unbroken heart is stedfast;
We seldom observe, that an unbroken heart is steadfast;
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that his foot stands sure, whose eyes remains dry, (i.) who can leap into a good way,
that his foot Stands sure, whose eyes remains dry, (i.) who can leap into a good Way,
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yet never was truly grieved for a bad.
yet never was truly grieved for a bad.
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Peter 's Resolution to confess his Master, held out better after his tears, than after his confidence:Peter is Resolution to confess his Master, held out better After his tears, than After his confidence:
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The mournfull remembrance of a bad life, wherein God hath been so much dishonoured, and his spirit so often grieved, it excites and quickens,
The mournful remembrance of a bad life, wherein God hath been so much dishonoured, and his Spirit so often grieved, it excites and quickens,
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and doubles our hatred, and fears, and cares, and resolves, Should I any longer continue thus? should I thus offend again? Paul doth frequently remember his sinfull persecutions of Christ,
and doubles our hatred, and fears, and Cares, and resolves, Should I any longer continue thus? should I thus offend again? Paul does frequently Remember his sinful persecutions of christ,
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and then is inflamed, with a more zealous resolution and industry, to preach and advance him:
and then is inflamed, with a more zealous resolution and industry, to preach and advance him:
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Nothing daunts him, in the righting of that good Lord and Christ, whom before he had so much wronged.
Nothing daunts him, in the righting of that good Lord and christ, whom before he had so much wronged.
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3. Be active against sin, and that is the way to keep up your Resolutions against it:
3. Be active against since, and that is the Way to keep up your Resolutions against it:
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My meaning is this, you must endeavour to mortifie an evil heart, if you would hold up your resolutions against an evil course:
My meaning is this, you must endeavour to mortify an evil heart, if you would hold up your resolutions against an evil course:
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The heart is all in all for Life or Death, for a good, or for a bad way;
The heart is all in all for Life or Death, for a good, or for a bad Way;
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kill the root, and the branches will soon wither; diminish the Spring, and the Streams will fail;
kill the root, and the branches will soon wither; diminish the Spring, and the Streams will fail;
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weaken the Spirits, and the Limbs will be useless.
weaken the Spirits, and the Limbs will be useless.
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It is a foolish thing to say, I will not have the fit of the Ague again,
It is a foolish thing to say, I will not have the fit of the Ague again,
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unless you receive something to alter the evil humour which causeth it: I will never sin thus again!
unless you receive something to altar the evil humour which Causes it: I will never sin thus again!
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thus how often do we resolve, and yet break out again! why? because we would restrain effects, without surprizing their causes.
thus how often do we resolve, and yet break out again! why? Because we would restrain effects, without surprising their Causes.
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Be more earnest with God, for a sober heart, and for a chast heart, and for an humble heart,
Be more earnest with God, for a Sobrium heart, and for a chaste heart, and for an humble heart,
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and a heavenly heart, and a meek and quiet heart:
and a heavenly heart, and a meek and quiet heart:
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Thou shouldest not onely resolve, but prevail against evil acts, if thou didst vehemently strive with God, to season the Springs, to alter the nature, to better and strengthen the heart, that fountain whence these arise and flow;
Thou Shouldst not only resolve, but prevail against evil acts, if thou didst vehemently strive with God, to season the Springs, to altar the nature, to better and strengthen the heart, that fountain whence these arise and flow;
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for all things are strongest in their causes, and the strength of the cause is the strength of the effect.
for all things Are Strongest in their Causes, and the strength of the cause is the strength of the Effect.
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An occasion may be vigorous to produce a resolve, but alteration is required to make it firm and effectual;
an occasion may be vigorous to produce a resolve, but alteration is required to make it firm and effectual;
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it is health which breeds strength. 4. Let it be watchfull, and not careless: They are not the many Souldiers which keep the City, but the watchfull Souldiers;
it is health which breeds strength. 4. Let it be watchful, and not careless: They Are not the many Soldiers which keep the city, but the watchful Soldiers;
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the City which is got by strength, may be lost by carelesness. the city which is god by strength, may be lost by carelessness.
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To be active and inquisitive how to make resolutions against sin, and af•erwards to be negligent of our hearts, this is to make a strong door,
To be active and inquisitive how to make resolutions against since, and af•erwards to be negligent of our hearts, this is to make a strong door,
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but not to mind whether it be lockt or no.
but not to mind whither it be locked or no.
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Our hearts (take them at the best) are very untrusty and deceitfull (at least in part) and are quickly weary of spiritual bonds;
Our hearts (take them At the best) Are very untrusty and deceitful (At least in part) and Are quickly weary of spiritual bonds;
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and as an untoward Servant, after all warnings and threatnings, is hankering to whisk out after his old companions;
and as an untoward Servant, After all Warnings and threatenings, is hankering to whisk out After his old Sodales;
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so our hearts, after all resolutions, are yet inclining to evil.
so our hearts, After all resolutions, Are yet inclining to evil.
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Therefore let us not onely enjoyn our spirit to take heed of sinfull courses, but guard them, set a guard upon them,
Therefore let us not only enjoin our Spirit to take heed of sinful courses, but guard them, Set a guard upon them,
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as David, Psal. 39. 1. A man may quickly stumble, who hath an able foot, if yet he hath a careless eye;
as David, Psalm 39. 1. A man may quickly Stumble, who hath an able foot, if yet he hath a careless eye;
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the eye and the foot must go together to keep us upright. 5. If you would still keep up your Resolutions, then often review and renew them.
the eye and the foot must go together to keep us upright. 5. If you would still keep up your Resolutions, then often review and renew them.
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Our resolutions come to be strengthened by frequent enquiry, how they are performed. Daily accountings with the servant, may be the means to keep him faithfull.
Our resolutions come to be strengthened by frequent enquiry, how they Are performed. Daily accountings with the servant, may be the means to keep him faithful.
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If we did daily sequester our selves, and commune with our spirits, and take an account of them;
If we did daily sequester our selves, and commune with our spirits, and take an account of them;
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O my soul, thou hast seen the vileness of such sinfull courses, and hast felt the bitterness of them,
Oh my soul, thou hast seen the vileness of such sinful courses, and hast felt the bitterness of them,
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and hast solemnly protested against them before the Lord, and resolved to prosecute them no more;
and hast solemnly protested against them before the Lord, and resolved to prosecute them no more;
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thou hast given thy Word and Bond for this unto the great God:
thou hast given thy Word and Bound for this unto the great God:
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Well! how hast thou performed this purpose? art thou still willing? hast thou been faithfull to thy self,
Well! how hast thou performed this purpose? art thou still willing? hast thou been faithful to thy self,
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and to thy God? wast thou no way surprized this day? though thou didst not break,
and to thy God? wast thou no Way surprised this day? though thou didst not break,
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yet didst not thou bow to day? though thou didst not fall, didst not thou trip? did nothing come from thee to undo,
yet didst not thou bow to day? though thou didst not fallen, didst not thou trip? did nothing come from thee to undo,
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or else to weaken thy resolution? Such evil motions sprang from thy heart to sin again, didst thou abhor them,
or Else to weaken thy resolution? Such evil motions sprang from thy heart to sin again, didst thou abhor them,
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and cry unto God against them? such temptations presented themselves unto thee, didst thou reject and stoutly resist them? or hast thou not found an heart somewhat hearkning, somewhat yielding, somewhat venturing? If so,
and cry unto God against them? such temptations presented themselves unto thee, didst thou reject and stoutly resist them? or hast thou not found an heart somewhat Harkening, somewhat yielding, somewhat venturing? If so,
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then humble thy self, and as David to Joab, 2 Sam. 11. 25. Make thy battel more strong against the City;
then humble thy self, and as David to Joab, 2 Sam. 11. 25. Make thy battle more strong against the city;
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so do thou, bewail thy failings, and renew thy resolution again more strongly and carefully. 6. If your Resolutions be any thing impaired, let them be presently repaired.
so do thou, bewail thy failings, and renew thy resolution again more strongly and carefully. 6. If your Resolutions be any thing impaired, let them be presently repaired.
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It is possible, notwithstanding our Resolutions against evil courses, to be surprized with evil acts, and now we are apt to give up the Resolutions themselves; but do not so:
It is possible, notwithstanding our Resolutions against evil courses, to be surprised with evil acts, and now we Are apt to give up the Resolutions themselves; but do not so:
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Though the winds drive back the Mariner, yet he holds fast his resolution still for such a Cape;
Though the winds drive back the Mariner, yet he holds fast his resolution still for such a Cape;
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and if a man falls in his journey, yet he will rise and be going again: So let us do;
and if a man falls in his journey, yet he will rise and be going again: So let us doe;
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if we have not answered our Resolutions, let us not end them, but mend them:
if we have not answered our Resolutions, let us not end them, but mend them:
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Above all, search the causes of impairing thy Resolutions, and then thou mayest see thy reparations.
Above all, search the Causes of impairing thy Resolutions, and then thou Mayest see thy reparations.
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Say seriously, 1. Didst not thou relie too much upon thy Resolution, as if therefore thou wert safe,
Say seriously, 1. Didst not thou rely too much upon thy Resolution, as if Therefore thou Wertenberg safe,
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because resolved? 2. Didst not thou grow weaker in Prayer, when thou grewest strong in Resolution? or, 3. Hast thou not been more venturous upon occasions? hast thou not been tampering with sinfull occasions, such acts, ways, objects,
Because resolved? 2. Didst not thou grow Weaker in Prayer, when thou grewest strong in Resolution? or, 3. Hast thou not been more venturous upon occasions? hast thou not been tampering with sinful occasions, such acts, ways, objects,
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as thou knowest have powder to irritate and inflame Lust? Consider seriously how thou camest to violate thy purpose and intention,
as thou Knowest have powder to irritate and inflame Lust? Consider seriously how thou camest to violate thy purpose and intention,
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and penitently confess it before the Lord, and take up thy Resolution again upon right grounds.
and penitently confess it before the Lord, and take up thy Resolution again upon right grounds.
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7. Let your Resolutions be accompanied with the use of all holy means which will strengthen and perfect them.
7. Let your Resolutions be accompanied with the use of all holy means which will strengthen and perfect them.
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Doth not the strong man grow weak by fasting, as well as by sickness? How is it possible but that thy Bow should slack, (i.) thy Resolution, should start aside,
Does not the strong man grow weak by fasting, as well as by sickness? How is it possible but that thy Bow should slack, (i.) thy Resolution, should start aside,
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when thou art a negligent Hearer, and an inconstant Petitioner? why!
when thou art a negligent Hearer, and an inconstant Petitioner? why!
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where lies thy strength to perform? why doest thou put off thy helps? what!
where lies thy strength to perform? why dost thou put off thy helps? what!
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art thou alone? He who hath not strength to fight, how shall he have power to conquer? wouldst thou stand? wouldst thou resolve? wouldst thou resolve so as to reform? Be much in Prayer;
art thou alone? He who hath not strength to fight, how shall he have power to conquer? Wouldst thou stand? Wouldst thou resolve? Wouldst thou resolve so as to reform? Be much in Prayer;
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Keep thy servant, O Lord, uphold me by thy Word, preserve me by thy Spirit;
Keep thy servant, Oh Lord, uphold me by thy Word, preserve me by thy Spirit;
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work in me the will and the deed, work thine own works in me, finish what thou hast wrought;
work in me the will and the deed, work thine own works in me, finish what thou hast wrought;
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shew thy power in my weakness, let thy Grace be sufficient for me; leave me not, nor forsake me;
show thy power in my weakness, let thy Grace be sufficient for me; leave me not, nor forsake me;
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incline my heart to thy testimonies, turn away mine eyes from vanity. And so for the Ordinances, attend them;
incline my heart to thy testimonies, turn away mine eyes from vanity. And so for the Ordinances, attend them;
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they are the Strength of God for thee;
they Are the Strength of God for thee;
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they work holy qualities, holy motions, holy convictions, holy excitations, holy affections, desires, a fear lest we depart, and fall from our stedfastness;
they work holy qualities, holy motions, holy convictions, holy excitations, holy affections, Desires, a Fear lest we depart, and fallen from our steadfastness;
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and they kindle more and more our purposes to walk with God, and to shun iniquity.
and they kindle more and more our Purposes to walk with God, and to shun iniquity.
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Oh, how admirably the heart under them is caused to burn with ardent love of God! with desires and resolutions to keep closer to him,
O, how admirably the heart under them is caused to burn with Ardent love of God! with Desires and resolutions to keep closer to him,
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how is it stirr'd up with more detestation of sin? how often do they melt the heart? recover the heart, restore the heart,
how is it stirred up with more detestation of since? how often do they melt the heart? recover the heart, restore the heart,
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and send it away with this resolution, Well! by the grace of God I will never go on in such a sinful course, &c.
and send it away with this resolution, Well! by the grace of God I will never go on in such a sinful course, etc.
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The last Use shall be for Exhortation unto us, though we have taken ill courses formerly,
The last Use shall be for Exhortation unto us, though we have taken ill courses formerly,
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yet now to resolve against them, to arise and go home to our Father;
yet now to resolve against them, to arise and go home to our Father;
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What shall I say to move and persuade us here to consider. 1. Either you must resolve to leave your sins, or be damned for them, why wil• thou lose thy pretious soul for ever. 2. Whether is better to come back and find God a Father, or to depart still from him, and feel him a Judge.
What shall I say to move and persuade us Here to Consider. 1. Either you must resolve to leave your Sins, or be damned for them, why wil• thou loose thy precious soul for ever. 2. Whither is better to come back and find God a Father, or to depart still from him, and feel him a Judge.
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If mercy be better then wrath, if heaven be better then hell, resolve to arise and leave thy sinful waies,
If mercy be better then wrath, if heaven be better then hell, resolve to arise and leave thy sinful ways,
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and return unto a God and Father. 3. Hast thou not found thy sinful courses to be evil and bitter unto thee already:
and return unto a God and Father. 3. Hast thou not found thy sinful courses to be evil and bitter unto thee already:
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why wilt thou serve an evil master for evil wages, the which also will still be more fearful and heavie, by how much the longer thou continues sinful and wicked;
why wilt thou serve an evil master for evil wages, the which also will still be more fearful and heavy, by how much the longer thou continues sinful and wicked;
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thy terrours will not shorten, while thou dost lengthen thy sins, nor maiest thou expect that thy latter daies will be peace,
thy terrors will not shorten, while thou dost lengthen thy Sins, nor Mayest thou expect that thy latter days will be peace,
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when all thy daies have been wickedness;
when all thy days have been wickedness;
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if thou livest in sin, thou must lie down in sorrow. 4. Sin is an hateful object,
if thou Livest in since, thou must lie down in sorrow. 4. since is an hateful Object,
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and a conquerable enemy, therefore resolve against it.and a conquerable enemy, Therefore resolve against it.
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It onely hath the most absolute reasons of the strongest hatred, as being completely evil and vile;
It only hath the most absolute Reasons of the Strongest hatred, as being completely evil and vile;
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it is the basest of all objects, and is thine highest enemy, there is nothing which can undo thee but sin;
it is the Basest of all objects, and is thine highest enemy, there is nothing which can undo thee but since;
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and yet i is a conquerable enemy, it is very possible that a sinner may be changed. 5. If thou once couldst but get an heart to resolve against sin, thou shouldst find the work more easie.
and yet i is a conquerable enemy, it is very possible that a sinner may be changed. 5. If thou once Couldst but get an heart to resolve against since, thou Shouldst find the work more easy.
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Saint Austin professeth, that though the thoughts of leaving his sins were once a great burthen to him,
Saint Austin Professes, that though the thoughts of leaving his Sins were once a great burden to him,
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yet at length being peremptorily resolved he found it a most easie and delightful thing to live without them. 6. A new course of obedience; O this is lise indeed.
yet At length being peremptorily resolved he found it a most easy and delightful thing to live without them. 6. A new course of Obedience; Oh this is lise indeed.
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Now ar• thou alive from the dead, if thy heart be truly resolved, I may say 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 as Christ to Zacheus, This day is salvation come to thine house;
Now ar• thou alive from the dead, if thy heart be truly resolved, I may say 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 as christ to Zacchaeus, This day is salvation come to thine house;
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〈 ◊ 〉 holy life and course is the most excellent, is the most easie, is the most peaceable, is the most gainful, it is the best, it is the sweetest, it is the happiest life;
〈 ◊ 〉 holy life and course is the most excellent, is the most easy, is the most peaceable, is the most gainful, it is the best, it is the Sweetest, it is the Happiest life;
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it begins in Grace, it will end in Glory.
it begins in Grace, it will end in Glory.
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LUKE 15. v. 18, 19. And will say unto him, Father, I have sinned against Heaven,
LUKE 15. v. 18, 19. And will say unto him, Father, I have sinned against Heaven,
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and before thee, and am no more worthy to be called thy Son; make me as one of thy hired servants.
and before thee, and am no more worthy to be called thy Son; make me as one of thy hired Servants.
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You have heard of the Prodigals penitential consideration of his sinful estate, and of his penitential resolution, to forsake that condition and course, I will arise and go to my father:
You have herd of the Prodigals penitential consideration of his sinful estate, and of his penitential resolution, to forsake that condition and course, I will arise and go to my father:
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now you are to hear his penitential confession, And will say unto him, Father, I have sinned against Heaven, &c. In which words you have considerable. 1. Who doth confess; I. 2. What he doth confess, I have sinned.
now you Are to hear his penitential Confessi, And will say unto him, Father, I have sinned against Heaven, etc. In which words you have considerable. 1. Who does confess; I 2. What he does confess, I have sinned.
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3. To whom he doth confess, Father, I have sinned, 4. How he doth confess, Against Heaven and before thee; In to & coramte:
3. To whom he does confess, Father, I have sinned, 4. How he does confess, Against Heaven and before thee; In to & coramte:
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There is no difficulty in the word; and therefore I will proceed to the intent of it, which is this:
There is no difficulty in the word; and Therefore I will proceed to the intent of it, which is this:
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That true Repentance for sin against God, will bring forth true Confession of Sin unto God. That true Repentance for since against God, will bring forth true Confessi of since unto God.
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This is evident almost in all persons, whether single or conjoyned, who are set out for penitents in Scripture.
This is evident almost in all Persons, whither single or conjoined, who Are Set out for penitents in Scripture.
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David, his heart bleeds, and his tongue acknowledgeth, I have sinned, 2 Sam. 12. upon Nathans conviction.David, his heart bleeds, and his tongue acknowledgeth, I have sinned, 2 Sam. 12. upon Nathans conviction.
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The Publican, Lord be merciful to me a sinner; he stood afar off, smiting his brest, and inditing himself for his sins:The Publican, Lord be merciful to me a sinner; he stood afar off, smiting his breast, and inditing himself for his Sins:
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A whole Church in Ezra, in Nehemiah, in Daniel, all at once confessing, We have sinned, we have done wickedly, our sins are gone over our heads.
A Whole Church in Ezra, in Nehemiah, in daniel, all At once confessing, We have sinned, we have done wickedly, our Sins Are gone over our Heads.
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For the better explication of the assertion; know, That there is a threefold confession of sin;
For the better explication of the assertion; know, That there is a threefold Confessi of since;
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1. Auricular, or Sacramental, which the Church of Rome doth injoyn, but not the Scripture.
1. Auricular, or Sacramental, which the Church of Room does enjoin, but not the Scripture.
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Confiteri•ora & singula peccata mortalia, to confess all, and every mortal Sin, quorum memoria cum debita & diligenti premeditatione habeatur; Confiteri•ora & singula Peccata mortalia, to confess all, and every Mortal since, quorum memoria cum Debita & diligenti premeditatione habeatur;
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which a diligent, and industrious memory can recal etiam occulta, even your secret sins, & que sunt contra duo ultima decalogi praecepta;
which a diligent, and Industria memory can Recall etiam Hidden, even your secret Sins, & que sunt contra duo ultima Decalogue praecepta;
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Nay, those which are committed against the two last commandments, & circumstancias, yea, and all the circumstances of your sins;
Nay, those which Are committed against the two last Commandments, & circumstancias, yea, and all the Circumstances of your Sins;
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this is the confession which the Church of Rome in the Trent Council doth injoin upon pain of Anathema to be made unto the Priest.
this is the Confessi which the Church of Room in the Trent Council does enjoin upon pain of Anathema to be made unto the Priest.
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Sess. 14. Can. 7. but without any warrant from the Scripture, or averment from true Antiquity;Sess. 14. Can. 7. but without any warrant from the Scripture, or averment from true Antiquity;
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for Scripture assures us, that confession of sin made to God alone, obtained remission of sins and favour, Psal. 32. 5. I said, I will confess my sins unto the Lord,
for Scripture assures us, that Confessi of since made to God alone, obtained remission of Sins and favour, Psalm 32. 5. I said, I will confess my Sins unto the Lord,
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and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. Lo!and thou forgavest the iniquity of my since. Lo!
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here confession to God alone, not to a Priest, and upon it remission of sins by God himself;
Here Confessi to God alone, not to a Priest, and upon it remission of Sins by God himself;
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dares any Popish Priest reverse this absolution or confession, because not made to man, which yet is accepted with God. Saint Chrysostome speaks strange words;
dares any Popish Priest reverse this absolution or Confessi, Because not made to man, which yet is accepted with God. Saint Chrysostom speaks strange words;
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Let God onely see thee confessing.
Let God only see thee confessing.
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And again upon Hob. 12. Hom. 31. NONLATINALPHABET, Reveal thy way unto the Lord, NONLATINALPHABET, Confess them before God:
And again upon Hob. 12. Hom. 31., Reveal thy Way unto the Lord,, Confess them before God:
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and again, NONLATINALPHABET, Confess thy sins before thy Judge; and Saint Austins tongue needs to be clipped;
and again,, Confess thy Sins before thy Judge; and Saint Austins tongue needs to be clipped;
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Quid mihi cum hominibus, ut audiant confessiones nostras quasi ipsi sanaturi sint omnes languores meas? What have I to do with men, that they should hear my confessions, Quid mihi cum hominibus, ut Audient confessiones nostras quasi ipsi sanaturi sint omnes languores meas? What have I to do with men, that they should hear my confessions,
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as though they could heal all my diseases? Saint Basil saith, that the groans of his heart did suffice for a Confession.
as though they could heal all my diseases? Saint Basil Says, that the groans of his heart did suffice for a Confessi.
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Surely here was no absolute necessity to confess all to the Priest:
Surely Here was no absolute necessity to confess all to the Priest:
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but yet again observe, there is a use of Confession in case of 1. Injury. 2. Anxiety. 3. Scandal to the Church, as in the next particular. 2. Christian and prudential Confession;
but yet again observe, there is a use of Confessi in case of 1. Injury. 2. Anxiety. 3. Scandal to the Church, as in the next particular. 2. Christian and prudential Confessi;
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and this is the acknowledging of sins to men, either in case of notorious scandal, which the primitive Churches much urged and used;
and this is the acknowledging of Sins to men, either in case of notorious scandal, which the primitive Churches much urged and used;
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or else in case of trouble; and thus we deny not but any person may lawfully,
or Else in case of trouble; and thus we deny not but any person may lawfully,
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and warrantably go unto a faithful, godly, skilful, compassionate Minister, and confess his sins, either to obtain counsel out of the Word of God for the remedy of sins, to recover or prevent them;
and warrantably go unto a faithful, godly, skilful, compassionate Minister, and confess his Sins, either to obtain counsel out of the Word of God for the remedy of Sins, to recover or prevent them;
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or to be imformed aright concerning his present estate, or to have his conscience quieted and settled.
or to be imformed aright Concerning his present estate, or to have his conscience quieted and settled.
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3. Penitential, which is made onely to God: this the Scripture doth command, and this wee hold as absolutely necessary;
3. Penitential, which is made only to God: this the Scripture does command, and this we hold as absolutely necessary;
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when wee do repent, then to make confession of our sins to God. Secondly, This penitential confession may be considered, either in respect of the material part onely,
when we do Repent, then to make Confessi of our Sins to God. Secondly, This penitential Confessi may be considered, either in respect of the material part only,
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and so it consists of words whereby we acknowledge wherein we have transgressed, Hos. 4. ver. 1, 2. Or of the formal part also, and thus it conteins these ingredients which specifie and dist•nguish it from all superstitious, or hypocritical, or false confessions.
and so it consists of words whereby we acknowledge wherein we have transgressed, Hos. 4. ver. 1, 2. Or of the formal part also, and thus it contains these ingredients which specify and dist•nguish it from all superstitious, or hypocritical, or false confessions.
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1. It is an hearty acknowledgment, no• nuda confessio; feigned or meerly verbal confession:
1. It is an hearty acknowledgment, no• nuda confessio; feigned or merely verbal Confessi:
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It is affectionate, the lips do u•ter the mind of the heart in it, cum sensu peccati & miseriae, as a sick man opens his disease, here I feel it, &c. The publican smote upon his breast, and confessed.
It is affectionate, the lips do u•ter the mind of the heart in it, cum sensu peccati & miseriae, as a sick man Opens his disease, Here I feel it, etc. The publican smote upon his breast, and confessed.
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True confession is the language of the very soul, being very sensible of sin. 2. It is voluntary, not coacta confessio; the Thief may confess upon the rack:
True Confessi is the language of the very soul, being very sensible of since. 2. It is voluntary, not coacta confessio; the Thief may confess upon the rack:
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though there were no wrath in God, no rack in conscience, no flames in hell, yet the true penitent will confess:
though there were no wrath in God, no rack in conscience, no flames in hell, yet the true penitent will confess:
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When there is no other cause of confession of sin but that which is penal, it is not then truly penitential.
When there is no other cause of Confessi of since but that which is penal, it is not then truly penitential.
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Pharaoh confessed under the plagues, and Judas under the stings of conscience, it was an extorted confession,Pharaoh confessed under the plagues, and Judas under the stings of conscience, it was an extorted Confessi,
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but penitential confession is voluntary, it is an act that ariseth from an inward displicence with,
but penitential Confessi is voluntary, it is an act that arises from an inward displicence with,
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and detestation of sin, though there be no apprehension of hell, no sense of wrath,
and detestation of since, though there be no apprehension of hell, no sense of wrath,
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yet the penitent confesseth even to a Father, I have sinned. Many of the Saints did I shut up in prison,
yet the penitent Confesses even to a Father, I have sinned. Many of the Saints did I shut up in prison,
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and when they were put to death I gave my voice against them.
and when they were put to death I gave my voice against them.
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I punished them oft in every Synagogue, Acts 26. 10, 11. 3. It is distinct, and not confused:I punished them oft in every Synagogue, Acts 26. 10, 11. 3. It is distinct, and not confused:
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the penitent hath special bills of inditement: he knows his sins, and wherein he hath exceeded and failed:
the penitent hath special bills of indictment: he knows his Sins, and wherein he hath exceeded and failed:
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such sins as he hath most delighted in, such as he hath most walked in, such as he hath most dishonoured God by, such as cleave most unto his nature, such as conscience may be most clogged with, these he doth more especially confess unto God,
such Sins as he hath most delighted in, such as he hath most walked in, such as he hath most dishonoured God by, such as cleave most unto his nature, such as conscience may be most clogged with, these he does more especially confess unto God,
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and indite and condemn himself for small sins as well as great;
and indite and condemn himself for small Sins as well as great;
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Sauls lap, as well as Ʋriahs murther, antient sins as well as present, secret sins as well as open.Saul's lap, as well as Ʋriahs murder, ancient Sins as well as present, secret Sins as well as open.
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But must our confession of sins be particular? Sol. Either explicitly so, or virtually so;
But must our Confessi of Sins be particular? Sol. Either explicitly so, or virtually so;
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the heart hath a particular intention or affection;
the heart hath a particular intention or affection;
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the more particular, the better, to humble our hearts, to obtein mercies, to make us fervent.
the more particular, the better, to humble our hearts, to obtain Mercies, to make us fervent.
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As David, though hee did give a touch at all his sins in the beginning of the 51 Psalm, yet at length brancheth his confession into particulars, into that of Adultery, and the other of Blood. So doth Paul often uncover his special sins of Persecuting the Church, and Blaspheming, and of Injuriousness:
As David, though he did give a touch At all his Sins in the beginning of the 51 Psalm, yet At length branches his Confessi into particulars, into that of Adultery, and the other of Blood. So does Paul often uncover his special Sins of Persecuting the Church, and Blaspheming, and of Injuriousness:
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Judas cryed out of Blood, but not of Covetous•ess and Hypocrisie. 4. It is Humble, and not proud (as Benhadads servants, with ropes, &c.) done with Contrition of Heart, not with Ostentation of Spirit. Judas cried out of Blood, but not of Covetous•ess and Hypocrisy. 4. It is Humble, and not proud (as Benhadad's Servants, with ropes, etc.) done with Contrition of Heart, not with Ostentation of Spirit.
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Like a flash of Lightning, breaks out of a cloud rented; and Josephs garment was shewed to his father rent and dipt in blood.
Like a flash of Lightning, breaks out of a cloud rented; and Josephs garment was showed to his father rend and dipped in blood.
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Anciently, when they did confess their sins to God, they did it with Sack•loth and Ashes; and the opening of their sins is termed, The pouring out of water before the Lord (I am vile, Job 40. 4. Not worthy, &c. Luke 15.) because when they p•ured out their sins in confession of Tongue, they likewise poured out contrition of Heart;
Anciently, when they did confess their Sins to God, they did it with Sack•loth and Ashes; and the opening of their Sins is termed, The pouring out of water before the Lord (I am vile, Job 40. 4. Not worthy, etc. Luke 15.) Because when they p•ured out their Sins in Confessi of Tongue, they likewise poured out contrition of Heart;
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their tears of Grief, spake as much as the words of their Lips:
their tears of Grief, spoke as much as the words of their Lips:
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I will declare mine Iniquities, and be sorry for my sin, Psal. 38. The Papists indeed have as course a Garment,I will declare mine Iniquities, and be sorry for my since, Psalm 38. The Papists indeed have as course a Garment,
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and as severe a Garb in penitential confession as any, but underneath they have dainty Linnen;
and as severe a Garb in penitential Confessi as any, but underneath they have dainty Linen;
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there lies great pride under all this pretended Humiliation, as if all this did merit at the hands of God;
there lies great pride under all this pretended Humiliation, as if all this did merit At the hands of God;
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the Voice is humble Jacob 's, but the pride upon the act is proud Esau ' s.
the Voice is humble Jacob is, but the pride upon the act is proud Esau ' s.
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If they saw the wrong which they did by sinning, how could they so proudly challenge God upon their confessing (what doth the murtherer deserve because he confesseth?) But truly Penitential Confession is accompanied with grief in the heart,
If they saw the wrong which they did by sinning, how could they so proudly challenge God upon their confessing (what does the murderer deserve Because he Confesses?) But truly Penitential Confessi is accompanied with grief in the heart,
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and with shame in the face, and with acknowledgment, That by reason of our sins there belongs nothing to us but •hame and confusion, Daniel 9. 5. It is mixt with some Faith, not overcome with Despair:
and with shame in the face, and with acknowledgment, That by reason of our Sins there belongs nothing to us but •hame and confusion, daniel 9. 5. It is mixed with Some Faith, not overcome with Despair:
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If the confession of sin be not mixed with some hope of pardon, it is not penitential but desperate:
If the Confessi of since be not mixed with Some hope of pardon, it is not penitential but desperate:
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Cain, in some measure confessed, but fled into the Land of Nod, and reputes his offence Unpardonable, beyond the power or intention of Mercy to pardon him.Cain, in Some measure confessed, but fled into the Land of Nod, and reputes his offence Unpardonable, beyond the power or intention of Mercy to pardon him.
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Judas likewise utters his sin in particular, I have sinned in betraying innocent. Blood; But then he goos out and hangs himself: Judas likewise utters his since in particular, I have sinned in betraying innocent. Blood; But then he goose out and hangs himself:
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But if the confession be truly penitential, it acknowledgeth sin fully, yet believingly;
But if the Confessi be truly penitential, it acknowledgeth since Fully, yet believingly;
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not to a meer Judge, who out of the mouth of the Confessor condemneth, but to a father (Father, I have sinned, saith our Prodigal) who knows how to absolve and forgive him, that knows how to accuse and condemn himself.
not to a mere Judge, who out of the Mouth of the Confessor Condemneth, but to a father (Father, I have sinned, Says our Prodigal) who knows how to absolve and forgive him, that knows how to accuse and condemn himself.
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As you must in Confessions acknowledg, O Lord my sins are very great; so likewise must you relieve your selves, O Lord, thy mercies are exceeding many;
As you must in Confessions acknowledge, Oh Lord my Sins Are very great; so likewise must you relieve your selves, Oh Lord, thy Mercies Are exceeding many;
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thus have I sinned, but thou canst pardon; I deserve wrath, but thou canst freely shew me mercy;
thus have I sinned, but thou Canst pardon; I deserve wrath, but thou Canst freely show me mercy;
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I am a sinner, yet, Lord, be merciful to me a sinner. 6. It is Sincere and not fraudulent:
I am a sinner, yet, Lord, be merciful to me a sinner. 6. It is Sincere and not fraudulent:
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then is the Confession sincere, not only when the heart acts in it, but when also it acts plainly and plenarily in it.
then is the Confessi sincere, not only when the heart acts in it, but when also it acts plainly and plenarily in it.
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We are but Flesh and Blood, it is my nature, I cannot help it; I am not the first that did so;
We Are but Flesh and Blood, it is my nature, I cannot help it; I am not the First that did so;
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it was company that drew me. I did eat, said Adam, but the woman gave it me to eat.
it was company that drew me. I did eat, said Adam, but the woman gave it me to eat.
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I did eat, said the woman, but the Devil tempted me. I did offer Sacrifice, said Saul, but I was afraid of the Philistims.
I did eat, said the woman, but the devil tempted me. I did offer Sacrifice, said Saul, but I was afraid of the philistines.
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These are fraudulent Confessions, when either a part is knowingly and willingly kept back; or if all comes forth, it is extenuated as much as may be.
These Are fraudulent Confessions, when either a part is knowingly and willingly kept back; or if all comes forth, it is extenuated as much as may be.
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Not that any person is to accuse himself of more then he is guilty, but that he is not to extenuate and mince any thing wherein he is faulty,
Not that any person is to accuse himself of more then he is guilty, but that he is not to extenuate and mince any thing wherein he is faulty,
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but therein to set out himself to the full;
but therein to Set out himself to the full;
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Of whom, I am chief, said Paul: And the Prodigal here, I have sinned against heaven, and before thee. Of whom, I am chief, said Paul: And the Prodigal Here, I have sinned against heaven, and before thee.
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7. It must be joyned with desire and endeavour of Reformation:
7. It must be joined with desire and endeavour of Reformation:
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Therefore forsaking of sin (at least in Voto & conatu) is annext to confession, Prov. 28. 13. Saul confessed his sinful injuries to David his Son in Law, 2 Sam. 24. 16. Ch. 26. 2. and wept,
Therefore forsaking of since (At least in Voto & conatu) is annexed to Confessi, Curae 28. 13. Saul confessed his sinful injuries to David his Son in Law, 2 Sam. 24. 16. Christ 26. 2. and wept,
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but then he pursued him again:
but then he pursued him again:
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So did Pharaoh, Exod. 9. 27, 34. but then he hardned his heart, and sinned yet more.
So did Pharaoh, Exod 9. 27, 34. but then he hardened his heart, and sinned yet more.
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They loved ease, but not cure; but David desires medicine as much as quiet; Grace to heal, as well as Mercy to quiet:
They loved ease, but not cure; but David Desires medicine as much as quiet; Grace to heal, as well as Mercy to quiet:
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he did not open his wounds, and then make more, but desires those which are made, that they might be bound up and healed.
he did not open his wounds, and then make more, but Desires those which Are made, that they might be bound up and healed.
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So did Shecaniah, not only confess their trespasse, in taking of strange wives, Ezra 10. 2, 3. but intends reformation:
So did Shecaniah, not only confess their trespass, in taking of strange wives, Ezra 10. 2, 3. but intends Reformation:
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Now therefore let us make a Covenant with God to put them all away. Now Therefore let us make a Covenant with God to put them all away.
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These ingredients I do conjecture that they make up the very form and vitals of a penitential Confession.
These ingredients I do conjecture that they make up the very from and vitals of a penitential Confessi.
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But why should true penitents make confession of their sins to God? 1. There is a necessity so to do:
But why should true penitents make Confessi of their Sins to God? 1. There is a necessity so to do:
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Necessitas ex parte Dei, & ex parte rei. 1. Ex parte Dei, God requireth you so to do:Necessity ex parte Dei, & ex parte rei. 1. Ex parte Dei, God requires you so to do:
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Acknowledge thine Iniquity, that thou hast transgressed against the Lord thy God, and hast scattered thy wayes to the Strangers under every green tree, Jer. 3. 13. So Hos. 14. 1. Return to the Lord thy God. Acknowledge thine Iniquity, that thou hast transgressed against the Lord thy God, and hast scattered thy ways to the Strangers under every green tree, Jer. 3. 13. So Hos. 14. 1. Return to the Lord thy God.
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Ver. 2. Take with you words, and turn to the Lord, and say unto him, Take away all Iniquity, and receive us graciously.
Ver. 2. Take with you words, and turn to the Lord, and say unto him, Take away all Iniquity, and receive us graciously.
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2. Ex parte Rei: When the heart is penitentially changed, it cannot but confess sin will lye so heavy;
2. Ex parte Rei: When the heart is penitentially changed, it cannot but confess since will lie so heavy;
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as when health comes in, pain is felt: There is such an abundant sense of sin, that the heart cannot contain it self.
as when health comes in, pain is felt: There is such an abundant sense of since, that the heart cannot contain it self.
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If the affection be full, it must vent it self, Joseph could not refrain:
If the affection be full, it must vent it self, Joseph could not refrain:
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So is the heart of a penitent overcharged with the iniquities of his Life, and Indignity by him cast on God, a gracious God.
So is the heart of a penitent overcharged with the iniquities of his Life, and Indignity by him cast on God, a gracious God.
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2. There is Ʋtility in so doing: Though true confession of sin doth not at all merit,
2. There is Ʋtility in so doing: Though true Confessi of since does not At all merit,
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yet it is a way or means to obtain three singular things; viz. 1. Remission of Sins: This is a most sweet and surpassing mercy;
yet it is a Way or means to obtain three singular things; viz. 1. Remission of Sins: This is a most sweet and surpassing mercy;
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David accounts him Blessed whose iniquities are covered: David accounts him Blessed whose iniquities Are covered:
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but Confession is the means for Remission, which may evidently appear, 1. By Gods direction of his people to take this course, that so they might be pardoned, Jer. 3. 12, 13. 2. By his special Promise, upon their true confession,
but Confessi is the means for Remission, which may evidently appear, 1. By God's direction of his people to take this course, that so they might be pardoned, Jer. 3. 12, 13. 2. By his special Promise, upon their true Confessi,
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for to pardon them their sins, Prov. 28. 13. He that confesseth and forsaketh his sins, shall find mercy.
for to pardon them their Sins, Curae 28. 13. He that Confesses and Forsaketh his Sins, shall find mercy.
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1 Joh. 1. 9. If we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us our sins. 3. By frequent experience:
1 John 1. 9. If we confess our Sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us our Sins. 3. By frequent experience:
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David said, I will confess my Transgressions, and thou for gavest the Iniquity of my sin, Psal. 32. 5. The Publican penitentially confessed,
David said, I will confess my Transgressions, and thou for Gavest the Iniquity of my since, Psalm 32. 5. The Publican penitentially confessed,
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and went home Justified, Luk. 18. 13, 14. 2. Power against sins: By hearty confession to uncover sins, is a way not only to get God to cover them by Justification,
and went home Justified, Luk. 18. 13, 14. 2. Power against Sins: By hearty Confessi to uncover Sins, is a Way not only to get God to cover them by Justification,
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but also to cure them by Sanctification.
but also to cure them by Sanctification.
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You must take off Vulnerati tegumentum, if you will obtain Medici Emplastrum, as S. Austin alludes upon the Psa. 32. When you open the wound,
You must take off Vulnerati tegumentum, if you will obtain Medici Emplastrum, as S. Austin alludes upon the Psa. 32. When you open the wound,
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then you make way for the healing Plaister;
then you make Way for the healing Plaster;
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and therefore S. John doth not only say, If we confess our sins God is faithful to forgive us our sins;
and Therefore S. John does not only say, If we confess our Sins God is faithful to forgive us our Sins;
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but also addeth, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 3. Peace of Conscience:
but also adds, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 3. Peace of Conscience:
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You may see this manifestly in David, who being distressed in spirit for sin, is much disquieted,
You may see this manifestly in David, who being distressed in Spirit for since, is much disquieted,
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and roars, and his moisture is turned into the drought in Summer, Psal. 32. 3, 4. His silence raised his Impatience and Trouble,
and roars, and his moisture is turned into the drought in Summer, Psalm 32. 3, 4. His silence raised his Impatience and Trouble,
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but as soon as he confessed his sins, he recovered his peace, ver. 5. I acknowledg my sin unto thee,
but as soon as he confessed his Sins, he recovered his peace, ver. 5. I acknowledge my since unto thee,
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and mine iniquity have I not hid:
and mine iniquity have I not hid:
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I said I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord, and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. Selah.I said I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord, and thou forgavest the iniquity of my since. Selac.
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So Job 33. 27. If any say, I have sinned, and perverted that which is right, and it profited me not;
So Job 33. 27. If any say, I have sinned, and perverted that which is right, and it profited me not;
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Ver. 28. His life shall see the light: It is one of the Windows to let in the beams of heavenly comfort.
Ver. 28. His life shall see the Light: It is one of the Windows to let in the beams of heavenly Comfort.
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3. Lastly, God is much Glorified when the penitent doth humbly and truly confess his sins:
3. Lastly, God is much Glorified when the penitent does humbly and truly confess his Sins:
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David acknowledgeth his sins, That thou mightst be justified when thou speakest, and be clear when thou judgest, so Psal. 51. 4. q. d. Lord, thus have I sinned; David acknowledgeth his Sins, That thou Mightest be justified when thou Speakest, and be clear when thou Judges, so Psalm 51. 4. q. worser. Lord, thus have I sinned;
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and whatsoever punishment thou hast inflicted, or mayest inflict, I must quit thy Justice in all thy proceedings;
and whatsoever punishment thou hast inflicted, or Mayest inflict, I must quit thy justice in all thy proceedings;
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thou canst not but be Righteous, for I confess my self to be sinful:
thou Canst not but be Righteous, for I confess my self to be sinful:
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Nay, his Justice only is not glorified, but his Wisdom, that he knows all our sins and wayes;
Nay, his justice only is not glorified, but his Wisdom, that he knows all our Sins and ways;
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and his Power, that he is able to Judge and condemn us;
and his Power, that he is able to Judge and condemn us;
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yea, and his Mercy too, that we hope yet he will pardon and forgive the sins which we confess unto him.
yea, and his Mercy too, that we hope yet he will pardon and forgive the Sins which we confess unto him.
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If true Repentance brings forth true Confession, then by this it will appear, That there are very few true penitents, because very few who do truly and aright confess their sins.
If true Repentance brings forth true Confessi, then by this it will appear, That there Are very few true penitents, Because very few who do truly and aright confess their Sins.
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1. Some may say of sin, what Pilate did of truth, What's Truth? So they, What's Sin? They are so ignorant, that they know not what is evil, or when they do evil.
1. some may say of since, what Pilate did of truth, What's Truth? So they, What's since? They Are so ignorant, that they know not what is evil, or when they do evil.
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Now, how can any confess or acknowledg that sin to God, which is not known at all to himself.
Now, how can any confess or acknowledge that since to God, which is not known At all to himself.
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2. Others are so far from confessing themselves to be sinful, that they (like the proud Pharisee) justifie themselves to be righteous;
2. Others Are so Far from confessing themselves to be sinful, that they (like the proud Pharisee) justify themselves to be righteous;
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talk of their good meanings, purposes, •ust dealings, &c. Sana membra ostendebat (saith S. Austin of that Pharisee) vulnera tegebat; I am no Extortioner, no Adulterer, &c. Ask some persons, Do you acknowledg One only God, who is most Merciful, Just, Holy, Omnipotent, Faithful, Long-suffering, 〈 ◊ 〉 of Goodness and Truth, &c. Yes, that do they, God forbid else, &c. Ask them again, Are you Idolaters? make you no Idols? or did you ever worship them? Who they!
talk of their good meanings, Purposes, •ust dealings, etc. Sana membra ostendebat (Says S. Austin of that Pharisee) vulnera tegebat; I am no Extortioner, no Adulterer, etc. Ask Some Persons, Do you acknowledge One only God, who is most Merciful, Just, Holy, Omnipotent, Faithful, Long-suffering, 〈 ◊ 〉 of goodness and Truth, etc. Yes, that doe they, God forbid Else, etc. Ask them again, are you Idolaters? make you no Idols? or did you ever worship them? Who they!
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nay, they defie them, and all such trumpery.
nay, they defy them, and all such trumpery.
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But do you not use to swear, and take the Name of God in vain? Nay,
But do you not use to swear, and take the Name of God in vain? Nay,
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for swearing, of all sins they cannot away with that; a man gets no good by swearing.
for swearing, of all Sins they cannot away with that; a man gets no good by swearing.
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But do you remember to keep holy the Sabbath? Yea, all their neighbours can bear witness, that they keep to the Church constantly.
But do you Remember to keep holy the Sabbath? Yea, all their neighbours can bear witness, that they keep to the Church constantly.
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Ask them again, Did you never injure your Parents? O, they were always dutifull Children.
Ask them again, Did you never injure your Parents? O, they were always dutiful Children.
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But did you never play the whore, or the adulterer, or the thief? Nay,
But did you never play the whore, or the adulterer, or the thief? Nay,
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now they will talk no longer with you, if you be so uncharitable as to imagine such guilt. Why, O thou ignorant sinner!
now they will talk no longer with you, if you be so uncharitable as to imagine such guilt. Why, Oh thou ignorant sinner!
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why doest thou deceive thy soul? if thou art thus righteous, thou needest not to repent;
why dost thou deceive thy soul? if thou art thus righteous, thou Needest not to Repent;
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and if thou art free from all sin, how canst thou confess thy sins (as a true penitent ought to do) to God?
and if thou art free from all since, how Canst thou confess thy Sins (as a true penitent ought to do) to God?
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3. But some others there are, who do both know and acknowledge their sin; but how? onely in a formal, cold, indifferent manner.
3. But Some Others there Are, who do both know and acknowledge their since; but how? only in a formal, cold, indifferent manner.
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True, we are all sinners, God help us, and there is no man but he sins,
True, we Are all Sinners, God help us, and there is no man but he Sins,
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yea, the best of them all; Never considering, That great Justice of God which is provoked by their sins;
yea, the best of them all; Never considering, That great justice of God which is provoked by their Sins;
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nor that vile and abominable nature in their sins; nor that infinite wrath unto which their guilt doth oblige them;
nor that vile and abominable nature in their Sins; nor that infinite wrath unto which their guilt does oblige them;
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nor the excellency and necessity of pardoning mercy, which we should earnestly sue out when we confess our sins.
nor the excellency and necessity of pardoning mercy, which we should earnestly sue out when we confess our Sins.
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4. There is another sort, who do more distinctly, and perhaps somewhat feelingly and freely, confess their sins;
4. There is Another sort, who do more distinctly, and perhaps somewhat feelingly and freely, confess their Sins;
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but then they keep Benjamin back: And as Rachel hid the images under her, so they reserve some one special lust;
but then they keep Benjamin back: And as Rachel hid the Images under her, so they reserve Some one special lust;
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they do not bring all the Prisoners forth unto the Bar:
they do not bring all the Prisoners forth unto the Bar:
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There is a sin which they hide close because it is sweet, as Zophar speaks, Job 20. 12. Now this argues, 1. Hypocrisie and guile of heart, a secret love to sin;
There is a sin which they hide close Because it is sweet, as Zophar speaks, Job 20. 12. Now this argues, 1. Hypocrisy and guile of heart, a secret love to since;
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it is made, in Job 20. 12. the guise of an Hypocrite, to hide his sin. 2. Extreme folly and vanity of spirit;
it is made, in Job 20. 12. the guise of an Hypocrite, to hide his since. 2. Extreme folly and vanity of Spirit;
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for, canst thou conceal any sin from that God, who is acquainted with all thy paths,
for, Canst thou conceal any since from that God, who is acquainted with all thy paths,
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and knows thy thoughts afar off, and to whose eyes all things are naked? will not the Lord discover the sin (which thou doest cover) before Men and Angels, to thy eternal infamy and condemnation? assuredly,
and knows thy thoughts afar off, and to whose eyes all things Are naked? will not the Lord discover the since (which thou dost cover) before Men and Angels, to thy Eternal infamy and condemnation? assuredly,
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though thou wilt not set thy sins in order before him, yet he will set thy sins in order before thee,
though thou wilt not Set thy Sins in order before him, yet he will Set thy Sins in order before thee,
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and will reprove thee for them, Psal. 50. (i.) he will publish them, and he will everlastingly punish thee for them.and will reprove thee for them, Psalm 50. (i.) he will publish them, and he will everlastingly Punish thee for them.
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5. Others do confess all their sins, but this onely in times of wrath, and judgment, and death;
5. Others do confess all their Sins, but this only in times of wrath, and judgement, and death;
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not like Penitents, but as Malefactors, (as men make their Wills upon a death-bed;) not out of an hatred of sin,
not like Penitents, but as Malefactors, (as men make their Wills upon a deathbed;) not out of an hatred of since,
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but out of meer sense or fear of punishment;
but out of mere sense or Fear of punishment;
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it is not filial, ingenuous, free, but onely extorted, involuntary, and servile, and therefore not truly penitential:
it is not filial, ingenuous, free, but only extorted, involuntary, and servile, and Therefore not truly penitential:
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They do not go and confess their sins, as they to John the Baptist, but cry out and confess their sins;
They do not go and confess their Sins, as they to John the Baptist, but cry out and confess their Sins;
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it is that, not which they would do, but which they cannot avoid: Conscience, like an over-charged stomack, doth so over-press and pain them, that they cannot hold,
it is that, not which they would do, but which they cannot avoid: Conscience, like an overcharged stomach, does so overpress and pain them, that they cannot hold,
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but out it comes, what oppression, injustice, usurious, injurious, beastly, filthy, swinish sins they have lived in.
but out it comes, what oppression, injustice, usurious, injurious, beastly, filthy, swinish Sins they have lived in.
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6. Others seem to be more ingenuous and voluntary, or ready to confess their sins;
6. Others seem to be more ingenuous and voluntary, or ready to confess their Sins;
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but then this is with such pretences, colours, shiftings, shuffling, as if they were, like Lawyers, to mitigate and colour a bad cause.
but then this is with such pretences, colours, shiftings, shuffling, as if they were, like Lawyers, to mitigate and colour a bad cause.
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S. Austin complains of some, who would impute their sins to Fate, to Fortune, to the Devil, nay, to God himself:
S. Austin complains of Some, who would impute their Sins to Fate, to Fortune, to the devil, nay, to God himself:
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The complaint may well suit with us;
The complaint may well suit with us;
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generally, we have some device or other, either to deny, or to extenuate our sinfull facts;
generally, we have Some device or other, either to deny, or to extenuate our sinful facts;
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rather to plead for our selves, than to plead against our iniquities. It was company, and we are but flesh and bloud, and it is not usual,
rather to plead for our selves, than to plead against our iniquities. It was company, and we Are but Flesh and blood, and it is not usual,
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or (which is contrary) it is my nature, and the Devil was strong with me, others do worse, &c.
or (which is contrary) it is my nature, and the devil was strong with me, Others do Worse, etc.
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7. But of all men, they are most contrary to penitential Confession, who •all evil good, and darkness light,
7. But of all men, they Are most contrary to penitential Confessi, who •all evil good, and darkness Light,
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and that make a a mock, and a sport of sin;
and that make a a mock, and a sport of since;
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whereas they should, with grief of heart, and shame of face, mournfully, penitently, humble themselves before the Lord,
whereas they should, with grief of heart, and shame of face, mournfully, penitently, humble themselves before the Lord,
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and acknowledge their iniquities, instead thereof.
and acknowledge their iniquities, instead thereof.
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They boast themselves of their iniquites, and make but a jest of that which cost the bloud of Christ;
They boast themselves of their iniquities, and make but a jest of that which cost the blood of christ;
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It is but a trick of Youth, and good Fellowship, and Handsomness, and Complement, and discreet Thrift;
It is but a trick of Youth, and good Fellowship, and Handsomeness, and Compliment, and discreet Thrift;
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thus do they phrase their Uncleanness, their Drunkenness, their Pride, their Lying, their Covetousness.
thus do they phrase their Uncleanness, their drunkenness, their Pride, their Lying, their Covetousness.
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8. Lastly, to mention no more, They are defective too about the true penitential confession, who are assiduous to confess, but desiduous to forsake; frequent to acknowledge and declare their sins,
8. Lastly, to mention no more, They Are defective too about the true penitential Confessi, who Are assiduous to confess, but desiduous to forsake; frequent to acknowledge and declare their Sins,
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but negligent in forsaking and leaving of them: Discovery sufficeth, but Recovery they mind not.
but negligent in forsaking and leaving of them: Discovery Suffices, but Recovery they mind not.
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This is most ordinary with us, that we make our confession of sins to God, rather an act of our Memory,
This is most ordinary with us, that we make our Confessi of Sins to God, rather an act of our Memory,
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than a work of our Conscience: it sufficeth us to deliver in the tale, to number our transgressions;
than a work of our Conscience: it Suffices us to deliver in the tale, to number our transgressions;
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but then we wrestle not with the Lord in prayer, for his Spirit of Grace to heal our hearts,
but then we wrestle not with the Lord in prayer, for his Spirit of Grace to heal our hearts,
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and to turn us from the sinfull ways unto which we find our hearts so apt and forward.
and to turn us from the sinful ways unto which we find our hearts so apt and forward.
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But I will no longer insist upon the Convicting part, I proceed to another Use.
But I will no longer insist upon the Convicting part, I proceed to Another Use.
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Which shall be, Not to hide our sins, but to declare and acknowledge them in a right penitential manner before the Lord, that so we may declare our selves true Penitents.
Which shall be, Not to hide our Sins, but to declare and acknowledge them in a right penitential manner before the Lord, that so we may declare our selves true Penitents.
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This exhortation you see consists of two parts; Not to Cover, To Discover. I. Not to hide and cover our sins.
This exhortation you see consists of two parts; Not to Cover, To Discover. I Not to hide and cover our Sins.
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There is a two-fold Covering of our sin;
There is a twofold Covering of our since;
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One is natural, which is that Vail of Ignorance and blindness drawn over the soul by Original sin, keeping the mind in spiritual darkness, not able to see it self, nor acts, nor wayes aright:
One is natural, which is that vail of Ignorance and blindness drawn over the soul by Original since, keeping the mind in spiritual darkness, not able to see it self, nor acts, nor ways aright:
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This is such a Cover, wherein we our selves are hid from our selves.
This is such a Cover, wherein we our selves Are hid from our selves.
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There is another Covering, which is voluntary and artificial; wherein we dig deep to hide our counsels, intentions, delights, actions from the Lord, cunningly contriving and feigning a secrecy,
There is Another Covering, which is voluntary and artificial; wherein we dig deep to hide our Counsels, intentions, delights, actions from the Lord, cunningly contriving and feigning a secrecy,
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as if we could put a curtain or a cloud twixt Gods eyes, and our actions;
as if we could put a curtain or a cloud betwixt God's eyes, and our actions;
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doing evil, and saying, None shall see it:
doing evil, and saying, None shall see it:
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And when it is done, never bringing that forth by a penitential confession, which we did bring out by a sinfull commission.
And when it is done, never bringing that forth by a penitential Confessi, which we did bring out by a sinful commission.
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Oh take heed of this, though we be forward to sin, beware lest we be artificial to conceal it.
O take heed of this, though we be forward to sin, beware lest we be artificial to conceal it.
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If we cannot have eyes to foresee, and strength to prevent evil; yet let us have hearts to bewail, and tongues to confess it. Consider seriously
If we cannot have eyes to foresee, and strength to prevent evil; yet let us have hearts to bewail, and tongues to confess it. Consider seriously
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1. This hiding quality is a very ill quality; it is an embleme of an heart, that will not yet be rid of sin:
1. This hiding quality is a very ill quality; it is an emblem of an heart, that will not yet be rid of since:
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As Beggars, that will not be cured of their sores; for if thou wouldst be cleansed, why concealest thou thy disease?
As Beggars, that will not be cured of their sores; for if thou Wouldst be cleansed, why concealest thou thy disease?
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2. It adds much to your sin:
2. It adds much to your since:
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To commit a sin may be an act of infirmity, but to hide and conceal it argues either strong Atheism, that the sinner thinks God regards it not though it be vile;
To commit a since may be an act of infirmity, but to hide and conceal it argues either strong Atheism, that the sinner thinks God regards it not though it be vile;
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or else perverse wilfulness, he will not humble, he will not turn unto the Lord. 3. It adds nothing to our safety:
or Else perverse wilfulness, he will not humble, he will not turn unto the Lord. 3. It adds nothing to our safety:
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Adam hid himself in the thicket, what got he by it? what if you keep the fire close in the thatch? You may put gold in a secret place, Adam hid himself in the thicket, what god he by it? what if you keep the fire close in the thatch? You may put gold in a secret place,
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and perhaps it may be under a safer custody;
and perhaps it may be under a safer custody;
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but he who will hide his sin, doth but put a fair cloth upon a dangerous wound, which now rankles, gangrenes, kills.
but he who will hide his since, does but put a fair cloth upon a dangerous wound, which now rankles, Gangrene, kills.
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Of all sins, those do most endanger the soul, for which we are not truly humbled,
Of all Sins, those doe most endanger the soul, for which we Are not truly humbled,
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or do not seriously confess them unto God.
or do not seriously confess them unto God.
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Why should God shew thee mercy, who wilt not acknowledge thy self guilty? and how can sin but be fiercely reigning, where it is most willingly harboured and concealed?
Why should God show thee mercy, who wilt not acknowledge thy self guilty? and how can sin but be fiercely reigning, where it is most willingly Harboured and concealed?
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4. Nor doth it add to our secrecy:
4. Nor does it add to our secrecy:
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For all things are naked and bare before God, &c. God can easily discover thy sin. 1. He sees it, he has an all-seeing eye. 2. He can make thy conscience the rack of torment at confession. 3. And will at the last day;
For all things Are naked and bore before God, etc. God can Easily discover thy since. 1. He sees it, he has an All-seeing eye. 2. He can make thy conscience the rack of torment At Confessi. 3. And will At the last day;
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Nothing is hid that shall not be made manifest. In two things doth the inconfitent sinner much prejudice himself by hiding of his sins:Nothing is hid that shall not be made manifest. In two things does the inconfitent sinner much prejudice himself by hiding of his Sins:
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One, that he contrives himself for a sore punishment; another, that he reprieves himself for an open shame.
One, that he contrives himself for a soar punishment; Another, that he reprieves himself for an open shame.
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It is Gods disposition, this, that when we discover our sin, and condemn our selves,
It is God's disposition, this, that when we discover our since, and condemn our selves,
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then will he cover those sins, and not judge our persons. 1 Cor. 11. 31. If we would judge our selves, we should not be judged.
then will he cover those Sins, and not judge our Persons. 1 Cor. 11. 31. If we would judge our selves, we should not be judged.
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But when we with wile and guile contrive to keep them close, God then will publish and manifest them;
But when we with wile and guile contrive to keep them close, God then will publish and manifest them;
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for there is nothing (in this kind) secret, which shall not be made manifest:
for there is nothing (in this kind) secret, which shall not be made manifest:
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Nay, simply, manifestation is not all; judiciary is it;
Nay, simply, manifestation is not all; judiciary is it;
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he will so discover them, as to question, as to arraign, as to convict, as to sentence, as to condemn your sins.
he will so discover them, as to question, as to arraign, as to convict, as to sentence, as to condemn your Sins.
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Object. But sinners are ready to object;Object. But Sinners Are ready to Object;
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Who is able to confess his sins? Doth not David say, Who knoweth how oft he offendeth? Psal. 19. Sol. It is true, every particular, numerical thought and act of sin, is not possible to be cited and confessed;
Who is able to confess his Sins? Does not David say, Who Knoweth how oft he offends? Psalm 19. Sol. It is true, every particular, numerical Thought and act of since, is not possible to be cited and confessed;
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but who urgeth that? This belongs to thee; 1. To study thy heart and life;
but who urges that? This belongs to thee; 1. To study thy heart and life;
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2. To observe what the Lord forbids and commands; 3. To hear what thy Conscience will speak for kinds and acts;
2. To observe what the Lord forbids and commands; 3. To hear what thy Conscience will speak for Kinds and acts;
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4. To give diligence to find out as many of thy sins as thou canst, and by no means to omit thy special sins;
4. To give diligence to find out as many of thy Sins as thou Canst, and by no means to omit thy special Sins;
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and so to spread all of them, with humble, hearty, and mournfull acknowledgment before the Lord.
and so to spread all of them, with humble, hearty, and mournful acknowledgment before the Lord.
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Object. This is the way to breed despair, to see an Army of sins on a sudden raised up in the soul.Object. This is the Way to breed despair, to see an Army of Sins on a sudden raised up in the soul.
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Sol. 1. See them you must, first, or last; either now to your humiliation, or hereafter to your confusion;Sol. 1. See them you must, First, or last; either now to your humiliation, or hereafter to your confusion;
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better see them now, when you have time to get God to pardon them, then after life,
better see them now, when you have time to get God to pardon them, then After life,
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when it is Gods time onely to condemn you for them. And 2. He who bids thee to see thy sins, bids thee to confess them;
when it is God's time only to condemn you for them. And 2. He who bids thee to see thy Sins, bids thee to confess them;
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and he who bids thee to confess them, hath promised also to pardon them. Object. But I shall be ashamed to confess them, so many, so foul transgressions.
and he who bids thee to confess them, hath promised also to pardon them. Object. But I shall be ashamed to confess them, so many, so foul transgressions.
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Sol. 1. If it were to Man, then thou mightst blush and fear;Sol. 1. If it were to Man, then thou Mightest blush and Fear;
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he might wonder at thee, and perhaps incompassionately censure and blab. 2. But it is to a God onely;
he might wonder At thee, and perhaps incompassionately censure and blab. 2. But it is to a God only;
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One who is very mercifull and will keep counsel, he is very ready to pity and to spare thee. 3. The commission of sin should be a shame,
One who is very merciful and will keep counsel, he is very ready to pity and to spare thee. 3. The commission of since should be a shame,
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but the confession of it is an honour;
but the Confessi of it is an honour;
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it is an honourable thing that a sinner will glorifie God, and confess and forsake his sins.
it is an honourable thing that a sinner will Glorify God, and confess and forsake his Sins.
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Let the disease be what it will, thou wilt discover it to the Physitian; why then this sinfull modesty to reveal thy sins to God? And 4. especially,
Let the disease be what it will, thou wilt discover it to the physician; why then this sinful modesty to reveal thy Sins to God? And 4. especially,
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if thou considerest thus much, that thy confession is not to give him knowledge of any fact with which he is not acquainted,
if thou Considerest thus much, that thy Confessi is not to give him knowledge of any fact with which he is not acquainted,
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but to yield a testimony of thy obedience, and repentance, and grief, and to get thy acquittance and discharge.
but to yield a testimony of thy Obedience, and Repentance, and grief, and to get thy acquittance and discharge.
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II. But discover and confess them: and to move you to this, consider 1. Though it be a shame to commit sin,
II But discover and confess them: and to move you to this, Consider 1. Though it be a shame to commit since,
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yet it is an honour to confess it. My son, give glory to the God of Israel,
yet it is an honour to confess it. My son, give glory to the God of Israel,
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and confess unto him, said Joshua, cap. 7. 19. to Achan. and confess unto him, said joshua, cap. 7. 19. to achan.
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2. Though the commission of sin brings heavy guilt, yet the confession of it brings peace and ease:
2. Though the commission of since brings heavy guilt, yet the Confessi of it brings peace and ease:
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It is the letting out of corrupt & ulcerous matter, which rages, and swelleth, and boils in the conscience.
It is the letting out of corrupt & ulcerous matter, which rages, and Swells, and boils in the conscience.
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3. Is it so great a matter, being greatly guilty, freely and humbly to confess? If the Prophet had bid thee to have done some great thing, &c. so if the Lord had required of thee some great matter, proper and high satisfaction for the wrongs thou hast done unto him, thousands of rams,
3. Is it so great a matter, being greatly guilty, freely and humbly to confess? If the Prophet had bid thee to have done Some great thing, etc. so if the Lord had required of thee Some great matter, proper and high satisfaction for the wrongs thou hast done unto him, thousands of rams,
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or ten thousand rivers of oyl, &c. But when he saith, Be grieved for what thou hast done, do so no more, onely acknowledge thine iniquity, that thou hast transgressed against the Lord thy God, Jer. 3. 13. 4. It shall surely find mercy. O pardoning mercy!
or ten thousand Rivers of oil, etc. But when he Says, Be grieved for what thou hast done, do so no more, only acknowledge thine iniquity, that thou hast transgressed against the Lord thy God, Jer. 3. 13. 4. It shall surely find mercy. O pardoning mercy!
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how necessary, how sweet for a sinner!
how necessary, how sweet for a sinner!
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But who shall have it? He that confesseth and forsaketh his sins, shall find mercy, Prov. 28. I said, I will confess my sins unto the Lord,
But who shall have it? He that Confesses and Forsaketh his Sins, shall find mercy, Curae 28. I said, I will confess my Sins unto the Lord,
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and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin, Selah, Psal. 32. 5. Nondum pronuntiat, sed promittit se pronuntiaturum,
and thou forgavest the iniquity of my since, Selac, Psalm 32. 5. Nondum pronuntiat, sed Promittit se pronuntiaturum,
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& ille dimittit, saith Saint Austin, ibid. And again; Vox nondum in ore erat, sed auris Dei in corde erat: & Isle Dimittit, Says Saint Austin, Ibid. And again; Vox Nondum in over erat, sed Auris Dei in cord erat:
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So was it with the Prodigal; he purposeth to confess, and his Father seeth him a far off.
So was it with the Prodigal; he Purposes to confess, and his Father sees him a Far off.
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LUKE 15. 19. And am no more worthy to be called thy Son; make me as one of thy hired Servants.
LUKE 15. 19. And am no more worthy to be called thy Son; make me as one of thy hired Servants.
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These words contain in them, a continuation of the Prodigals humble Confession;
These words contain in them, a continuation of the Prodigals humble Confessi;
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he had in the former Verse acknowledged his sinfulness, and in this he confesseth his unworthiness, [ And am no more worthy to be called thy Son. ] 2. A modest supplication, [ Make me as one of thy hired Servants.
he had in the former Verse acknowledged his sinfulness, and in this he Confesses his unworthiness, [ And am no more worthy to be called thy Son. ] 2. A modest supplication, [ Make me as one of thy hired Servants.
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] There are three Propositions which these two parts do afford us, viz. 1. That penitent persons are humble and lowly persons. ] There Are three Propositions which these two parts do afford us, viz. 1. That penitent Persons Are humble and lowly Persons.
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[ I am no more worthy. ] 2. That unworthiness is no just prejudice to supplication.
[ I am no more worthy. ] 2. That unworthiness is no just prejudice to supplication.
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[ I am not worthy, yet make me, &c. ] 3. That penitent persons earnestly desire some relation to God.
[ I am not worthy, yet make me, etc. ] 3. That penitent Persons earnestly desire Some Relation to God.
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[ Make me as one of thy hired Servants. ] That penitent persons are humble and lowly persons.
[ Make me as one of thy hired Servants. ] That penitent Persons Are humble and lowly Persons.
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[ I am no more worthy. ] Look on every word almost in the Text, and you shall see in it the blush of humility; [ I am no more worthy. ] Look on every word almost in the Text, and you shall see in it the blush of humility;
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I am not worthy. ] The language of Pride is, I am not as other men;I am not worthy. ] The language of Pride is, I am not as other men;
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the voice of Humility is, I am not worthy; what I have is of meer mercy, what I crave is not of my merit;
the voice of Humility is, I am not worthy; what I have is of mere mercy, what I crave is not of my merit;
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God may give what he pleaseth, and I may receive what he giveth, but I am unworthy of both;
God may give what he Pleases, and I may receive what he gives, but I am unworthy of both;
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I dare not expostulate nor challenge, I have sinned, and what mercy can I then deserve.
I Dare not expostulate nor challenge, I have sinned, and what mercy can I then deserve.
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No more worthy. ] Was he ever worthy? No. Why then no more worthy? q. d. O Lord, I deserve nothing, no, nothing at all;No more worthy. ] Was he ever worthy? No. Why then no more worthy? q. worser. Oh Lord, I deserve nothing, no, nothing At all;
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so vile a wretch have I been, that it's singular mercy if thou look at all upon me.
so vile a wretch have I been, that it's singular mercy if thou look At all upon me.
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To be thy Son. ] A Son, thy Son, O it is a high Relation, an high Digni•y!To be thy Son. ] A Son, thy Son, Oh it is a high Relation, an high Digni•y!
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for a Vassal of Wrath to be made a Vessel of Glory!
for a Vassal of Wrath to be made a Vessel of Glory!
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for a Slave to Sin, to be translated to a Son of God! Who am I? it is that which I want, it is that though which is too great for me to ask;
for a Slave to since, to be translated to a Son of God! Who am I? it is that which I want, it is that though which is too great for me to ask;
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I am not worthy to be thy Son, nay, not worthy to be called thy son, ] the very title and name is too good for me:
I am not worthy to be thy Son, nay, not worthy to be called thy son, ] the very title and name is too good for me:
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that so debauched and luxurious a sinner as I, should have that honour from thee, to be mentioned or spoken of, to be in any sort reputed among those of so singular Relation unto thee;
that so debauched and luxurious a sinner as I, should have that honour from thee, to be mentioned or spoken of, to be in any sort reputed among those of so singular Relation unto thee;
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I who have sinned so much against thee, that I should in any kind be owned as a Son by thee, this is an eminency;
I who have sinned so much against thee, that I should in any kind be owned as a Son by thee, this is an eminency;
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I am not worthy to be called thy Son. Thus you see his humbleness in confession;
I am not worthy to be called thy Son. Thus you see his humbleness in Confessi;
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Not worthy, utterly unworthy to be a Son, nay, to be called thy Son: See some steps of it in his Petition;
Not worthy, utterly unworthy to be a Son, nay, to be called thy Son: See Some steps of it in his Petition;
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Make me as one of thy hired servants. ] A low request, but it is the modest breath of a lowly spirit.Make me as one of thy hired Servants. ] A low request, but it is the modest breath of a lowly Spirit.
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If I may be thy servant, I shall be glad of that; not thy onely servant, but one of thy servants;
If I may be thy servant, I shall be glad of that; not thy only servant, but one of thy Servants;
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not the chiefest of thy servants, but any one of thy servants, thy hired servant: And perhaps even that is too good for me, to be a servant, to be an hired servant, to be one of them;
not the chiefest of thy Servants, but any one of thy Servants, thy hired servant: And perhaps even that is too good for me, to be a servant, to be an hired servant, to be one of them;
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I shall count my self happy, if I may be as one of the meanest servants,I shall count my self happy, if I may be as one of the Meanest Servants,
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if I may be but a servant to the meanest of thy servants that serve thee.
if I may be but a servant to the Meanest of thy Servants that serve thee.
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And Father, I beg for this too, make me as one of thy hired servants; I am not worthy of the least place, nor of the meanest Relation;
And Father, I beg for this too, make me as one of thy hired Servants; I am not worthy of the least place, nor of the Meanest Relation;
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I challenge it not, onely be thou pleased to bestow it upon me.I challenge it not, only be thou pleased to bestow it upon me.
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He is not worthy to desire the greatest, and he doth modestly intreat for the lowest Relation;
He is not worthy to desire the greatest, and he does modestly entreat for the lowest Relation;
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both which shew the humbleness of his penitential spirit. Thus was it with Paul after his conversion;
both which show the humbleness of his penitential Spirit. Thus was it with Paul After his conversion;
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how he sinks his thoughts and estimation of himself!
how he sinks his thoughts and estimation of himself!
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When he is to speak of his sins, 1 Tim. 1. 15. then Primus peccatorum, I am the chief of sinners;
When he is to speak of his Sins, 1 Tim. 1. 15. then Primus peccatorum, I am the chief of Sinners;
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Nemo prior, none exceeded me, nemo pejor, I was worse then any:Nemo prior, none exceeded me, nemo pejor, I was Worse then any:
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And when he spake of Gods mercy to him, then, minimus Apostolorum, I am the least of the Apostles, 1 Cor. 15. 8. & indignissimus, not worthy to be called an Apostle.
And when he spoke of God's mercy to him, then, minimus Apostolorum, I am the least of the Apostles, 1 Cor. 15. 8. & indignissimus, not worthy to be called an Apostle.
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Nay, he falls lower than this, Ephes. 3. 8. Minimus sanctorum minor minimo, less than the least of all Saints, is this grace given, &c, Do you not see this also in the penitential Publican? He stood afar off, and would not so much as lift up his eyes to heaven, but smote upon his brest, saying, God be mercifull to me a sinner.
Nay, he falls lower than this, Ephesians 3. 8. Minimus sanctorum minor minimo, less than the least of all Saints, is this grace given, etc., Do you not see this also in the penitential Publican? He stood afar off, and would not so much as lift up his eyes to heaven, but smote upon his breast, saying, God be merciful to me a sinner.
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He judges those feet unworthy to carry him unto God, which so often carried him from God;
He judges those feet unworthy to carry him unto God, which so often carried him from God;
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and those eyes unworthy to look on his holiness, which had been so frequently cast upon sinfulness;
and those eyes unworthy to look on his holiness, which had been so frequently cast upon sinfulness;
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and whereas the Pharisee spreads his hands abroad, he turns them upon his brest, his contrite brest,
and whereas the Pharisee spreads his hands abroad, he turns them upon his breast, his contrite breast,
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and doth not boast of his righteousness, but cries out of his sins; and justifies not himself, but humbly begs, Lord, be mercifull to me a sinner.
and does not boast of his righteousness, but cries out of his Sins; and Justifies not himself, but humbly begs, Lord, be merciful to me a sinner.
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Thus was it with Mary Magdalene upon her repentance, Luc. 7. 38. She stood at the feet of Jesus, behind him, weeping,
Thus was it with Marry Magdalene upon her Repentance, Luke 7. 38. She stood At the feet of jesus, behind him, weeping,
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and began to wash his feet with tears, and wiped them with the hairs of her head,
and began to wash his feet with tears, and wiped them with the hairs of her head,
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and kissed his feet, and anointed them with ointment. Mark it; all her service is lowly;and kissed his feet, and anointed them with ointment. Mark it; all her service is lowly;
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she stood, she did not sit; sitting was a posture of familarity, standing of humility: and she stood behind;
she stood, she did not fit; sitting was a posture of familiarity, standing of humility: and she stood behind;
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to look after Christ was enough, to look upon him she was unworthy:
to look After christ was enough, to look upon him she was unworthy:
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And then she stood at his feet, the humblest posture, and there all her work is acted:
And then she stood At his feet, the Humblest posture, and there all her work is acted:
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Stood at his feet, wept at his feet, washed his feet, wiped his feet, kissed his feet, anointed his feet.
Stood At his feet, wept At his feet, washed his feet, wiped his feet, kissed his feet, anointed his feet.
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But now for the opening of this Proposition, I will briefly discuss, 1. What this lowly humbleness is, which accompanies true Repentance? 2. The Causes why true Penitents are so humbly lowly? 3. Some usefull Application of this.
But now for the opening of this Proposition, I will briefly discuss, 1. What this lowly humbleness is, which Accompanies true Repentance? 2. The Causes why true Penitents Are so humbly lowly? 3. some useful Application of this.
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Quest. 1. What that humble lowliness is, which is to be found in the true penitnnt? Quest. 1. What that humble lowliness is, which is to be found in the true penitnnt?
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Sol. It is not a promiscuous familiarity with every body; such an humbleness becomes Solomon 's fool;Sol. It is not a promiscuous familiarity with every body; such an humbleness becomes Solomon is fool;
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nor is it an affected garb of complemental dissimulation, that was Absalom 's treacherous stirrup to mount up himself into the Throne;
nor is it an affected garb of complemental dissimulation, that was Absalom is treacherous stirrup to mount up himself into the Throne;
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nor is it a slavingly abasing of a mans self to acts incongruous with the dignity of his place and calling;
nor is it a slavingly abasing of a men self to acts incongruous with the dignity of his place and calling;
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this were to be the Tom of a Parish;
this were to be the Tom of a Parish;
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nor is it a denial of those gifs and graces that God hath bestowed upon us, this is a modest lie, it is not lowliness;
nor is it a denial of those gifs and graces that God hath bestowed upon us, this is a modest lie, it is not lowliness;
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nor is it passive humiliation, wherein the spirit may be crackt as low as Hell, and yet be still as proud as Hell;
nor is it passive humiliation, wherein the Spirit may be cracked as low as Hell, and yet be still as proud as Hell;
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nor is it a rejecting of Gods promises, because we can bring no worth unto them:
nor is it a rejecting of God's promises, Because we can bring no worth unto them:
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But Humbleness which accompanies Repentance, It is a Grace of Gods Spirit, whereby the penitential person, from right knowledge, becomes low in his own eyes, and judgeth himself most unworthy in his addresses unto God.
But Humbleness which Accompanies Repentance, It is a Grace of God's Spirit, whereby the penitential person, from right knowledge, becomes low in his own eyes, and Judgeth himself most unworthy in his Addresses unto God.
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1. It is a Grace of Gods Spirit.
1. It is a Grace of God's Spirit.
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] It is one of the Pearls in the Chain which the Apostle would have us to put on, Col. 3. 12. an humble spirit is a spiritual ornament. ] It is one of the Pearls in the Chain which the Apostle would have us to put on, Col. 3. 12. an humble Spirit is a spiritual ornament.
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Some Graces are more visible and stirring, as Faith and Charity;
some Graces Are more visible and stirring, as Faith and Charity;
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others are more reserved and hidden (like Soul among the stuff) as Patience and Humility.
Others Are more reserved and hidden (like Soul among the stuff) as Patience and Humility.
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But a Grace it is, being a supernatural Quality, not born with us, but added unto us.
But a Grace it is, being a supernatural Quality, not born with us, but added unto us.
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In our first Birth, we come out with very high and stout Spirits; in our second Births, with very lowly and humble Spirits;
In our First Birth, we come out with very high and stout Spirits; in our second Births, with very lowly and humble Spirits;
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in our low Birth, with high Spirits; in our high and excellent Birth, with lowly Spirits.
in our low Birth, with high Spirits; in our high and excellent Birth, with lowly Spirits.
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2. Making us low in our own eyes:
2. Making us low in our own eyes:
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] Behold, saith Job, 40. 4. I am vile, (.i.) nothing worth, base, What shall I answer thee? I am as a weaned child, said David, Psa. 131. 2. I have not the Understanding of a man, said Agur, Pro. 30. 2. Not as if I had yet attained, saith the Apostle, Phil. 3. Hence is it that in Scripture humble persons are called Little, (one of these little ones, saith Christ) little, not only in the proud contempt of the World, ] Behold, Says Job, 40. 4. I am vile, (i) nothing worth, base, What shall I answer thee? I am as a weaned child, said David, Psa. 131. 2. I have not the Understanding of a man, said Agur, Pro 30. 2. Not as if I had yet attained, Says the Apostle, Philip 3. Hence is it that in Scripture humble Persons Are called Little, (one of these little ones, Says christ) little, not only in the proud contempt of the World,
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but little in their own humble estimation of themselves. As David is said to be little in his own eyes;
but little in their own humble estimation of themselves. As David is said to be little in his own eyes;
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one who set a very low rate and value on himself.
one who Set a very low rate and valve on himself.
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And they are said to be poor, poor in spirit; they have indeed very rich Graces,
And they Are said to be poor, poor in Spirit; they have indeed very rich Graces,
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but very poor opinions and conceits of themselves;
but very poor opinions and conceits of themselves;
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I, who am but dust and ashes, saith Abraham: a worm and no man, said David. Excellencies they have,I, who am but dust and Ashes, Says Abraham: a worm and no man, said David. Excellencies they have,
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but they are not puffed up by them. God doth raise them, but they raise not themselves;
but they Are not puffed up by them. God does raise them, but they raise not themselves;
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they are precous and honorable in his sight, but vile and nothing in their own; they have an high Calling, and high Graces, and high Priviledges, but still low hearts:
they Are precous and honourable in his sighed, but vile and nothing in their own; they have an high Calling, and high Graces, and high Privileges, but still low hearts:
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when they look on their Natural frame, that's as low as Earth; when they look on their sinful frame, that's as low as Hell;
when they look on their Natural frame, that's as low as Earth; when they look on their sinful frame, that's as low as Hell;
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when they look on their Spiritual frame, then how little; it is but some saith, Oh, that God would help my Unbelief!
when they look on their Spiritual frame, then how little; it is but Some Says, O, that God would help my Unbelief!
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that sorrow is but a drop, that love but a spark, that knowledge but a dawning light, their strength but weakness;
that sorrow is but a drop, that love but a spark, that knowledge but a dawning Light, their strength but weakness;
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others have more, they have but little; still they complain of defects, infirmities, failings; what they have is nothing to the much they want:
Others have more, they have but little; still they complain of defects, infirmities, failings; what they have is nothing to the much they want:
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No Vines so unfruitful, no servants so unprofitable as they. Judging themselves unworthy in their addresses to God:
No Vines so unfruitful, no Servants so unprofitable as they. Judging themselves unworthy in their Addresses to God:
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] Thy Saints, said Moses, humble themselves at thy feet; unworthy to come before God, unworthy to obtain any thing from God: ] Thy Saints, said Moses, humble themselves At thy feet; unworthy to come before God, unworthy to obtain any thing from God:
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the Publican dares not lift up his eyes to heaven; Ezra is ashamed and confounded to look up:
the Publican dares not lift up his eyes to heaven; Ezra is ashamed and confounded to look up:
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the very Majesty and Purity of God do dazle, and sometimes silence their thoughts;
the very Majesty and Purity of God do dazzle, and sometime silence their thoughts;
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and when they do worship towards his holy place, then mark how their Petitions run, Not for my sake, O Lord, not in my own name, not for my righteousness, shame and confusion belong to me;
and when they do worship towards his holy place, then mark how their Petitions run, Not for my sake, Oh Lord, not in my own name, not for my righteousness, shame and confusion belong to me;
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but do it for thine Own sake, for thy Mercies sake, for thy Truths sake, for thy Christs sake, O Lord:
but do it for thine Own sake, for thy mercies sake, for thy Truths sake, for thy Christ sake, Oh Lord:
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If thou shewest me no Mercy, I deserve none; if thou givest me any Mercy, it is only of thy abundant Mercy. Arising from a right knowledg:
If thou shewest me not Mercy, I deserve none; if thou givest me any Mercy, it is only of thy abundant Mercy. Arising from a right knowledge:
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] As Pride is rooted in Ignorance and Error (it is but the corrupting of our Text, a foolish blast and mistake) so Humbleness is grounded in right Knowledg and true Judgment. ] As Pride is rooted in Ignorance and Error (it is but the corrupting of our Text, a foolish blast and mistake) so Humbleness is grounded in right Knowledge and true Judgement.
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1. Of God: Humble persons do more exactly apprehend him (what He is, what his Will is) in his perfections of Holiness,
1. Of God: Humble Persons do more exactly apprehend him (what He is, what his Will is) in his perfections of Holiness,
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and Mercy, and Justice, and thereupon are abased in their own sense.
and Mercy, and justice, and thereupon Are abased in their own sense.
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To compare our selves with our selves may be dangerous, and to compare our selves with others inferior to us in gifts,
To compare our selves with our selves may be dangerous, and to compare our selves with Others inferior to us in Gifts,
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and graces, and services, it may be a speedy way to puff us up.
and graces, and services, it may be a speedy Way to puff us up.
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But a comparison of our selves with God, O how short are we? how nothing are we in comparison of that infinite fulness of excellency in him? The Stars make a twinkling in the night,
But a comparison of our selves with God, Oh how short Are we? how nothing Are we in comparison of that infinite fullness of excellency in him? The Stars make a twinkling in the night,
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but when the Sun appears they hide their faces and Veile themselves.
but when the Sun appears they hide their faces and Veil themselves.
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Our Graces may seem to cast their Rayes, their Beams, and to have some Lustre in our eyes,
Our Graces may seem to cast their Rays, their Beams, and to have Some Lustre in our eyes,
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whilst we compare them with others, or our selves in darkness;
while we compare them with Others, or our selves in darkness;
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but when we look on God, that Sun, that fulness of all Holiness, then we are ashamed, may hang down our heads,
but when we look on God, that Sun, that fullness of all Holiness, then we Are ashamed, may hang down our Heads,
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and, with the Angels, cover our Faces: Our Features are but as Deformities, and our Fulness but Poverty, in comparison of him:
and, with the Angels, cover our Faces: Our Features Are but as Deformities, and our Fullness but Poverty, in comparison of him:
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And therefore when Job had a while conferred with God, he then confesseth his folly and ignorance,
And Therefore when Job had a while conferred with God, he then Confesses his folly and ignorance,
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and abhors himself, and will speak no more.
and abhors himself, and will speak no more.
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2. Of our selves, both in Evil and in Good. For Evil: It is discerned in the proper nature, forms, colours, deserts of it.
2. Of our selves, both in Evil and in Good. For Evil: It is discerned in the proper nature, forms, colours, deserts of it.
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Oh, how much hath God already been dishonoured by me? How often? how highly? Any one Transgression, rightly apprehended, may serve to abase us all our dayes.
O, how much hath God already been dishonoured by me? How often? how highly? Any one Transgression, rightly apprehended, may serve to abase us all our days.
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But then I still feel a corrupt nature, apt to rebel, to step aside, to break out.
But then I still feel a corrupt nature, apt to rebel, to step aside, to break out.
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Oh, how wonderfully do unbelief, hardness, security, dulness, distraction, hypocrisie, vain-glory, unthankfulness, folly, indispositions, evil thoughts, corrupt affections cleave unto me,
O, how wonderfully do unbelief, hardness, security, dullness, distraction, hypocrisy, vainglory, unthankfulness, folly, indispositions, evil thoughts, corrupt affections cleave unto me,
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though under many mercies, opportunities, helps, assistances;
though under many Mercies, opportunities, helps, assistances;
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what am I worthy of? It is pure mercy that I am not almost every hour thrown into Hell, by reason of continual sinnings? For Good; look on it in all respects, and know it aright:
what am I worthy of? It is pure mercy that I am not almost every hour thrown into Hell, by reason of continual sinnings? For Good; look on it in all respects, and know it aright:
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you may see cause of humbleness: 1. Look on it in the Qualities or Habits: at the best very weak, things rather of desire, then of possession;
you may see cause of humbleness: 1. Look on it in the Qualities or Habits: At the best very weak, things rather of desire, then of possession;
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we know but in part, believe with fear, trust with doubtings, see but as in a glass; we rather imitate then apprehend.
we know but in part, believe with Fear, trust with doubtings, see but as in a glass; we rather imitate then apprehend.
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As Prosper spake of the joyes of Grace, Ipsa & virtutum gaudia vulnus habent, that is true of the very Graces,
As Prosper spoke of the Joys of Grace, Ipsa & Virtues Gaudia Wound habent, that is true of the very Graces,
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even our wine is mixt with water; and like Jacobs speckled Sheep, so is it with our souls, some of all graces,
even our wine is mixed with water; and like Jacobs speckled Sheep, so is it with our Souls, Some of all graces,
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yet but alittle, and accompanied with the reliques of all, and too much sinfulness. 2. Look on it in the Acts and Fruits: We cannot go without a Staff,
yet but alittle, and accompanied with the Relics of all, and too much sinfulness. 2. Look on it in the Acts and Fruits: We cannot go without a Staff,
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and, too like Jacob, halting to our dying day;
and, too like Jacob, halting to our dying day;
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either we want minds to good, or wills or power, not able of our selves to ha•ch one good thought,
either we want minds to good, or wills or power, not able of our selves to ha•ch one good Thought,
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and when the will is present, yet we find not power to perform; and though sometimes we do good, yet evil is present with us:
and when the will is present, yet we find not power to perform; and though sometime we do good, yet evil is present with us:
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like Beer which runs low with the liquor, there runs out much muddy grounds; or like Abrahams Sacrifice, many Birds lighting on it;
like Beer which runs low with the liquour, there runs out much muddy grounds; or like Abrahams Sacrifice, many Birds lighting on it;
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or like Solomons Ointment, in which is some dead Flie; or like a Candle, which burns with a Snuff;
or like Solomons Ointment, in which is Some dead Fly; or like a Candle, which burns with a Snuff;
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or like the fire, which ascends with much smoke.
or like the fire, which ascends with much smoke.
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Our actions are like the Arrows which are shot, one is too far, another is too short, another is too wide, not one of an hundred that hits the mark;
Our actions Are like the Arrows which Are shot, one is too Far, Another is too short, Another is too wide, not one of an hundred that hits the mark;
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so is it with us, many Duties and Services are performed by us, but which amongst them all is performed with that reverence of Spirit, faith on Christ, integrity of Affection, unitedness of Soul,
so is it with us, many Duties and Services Are performed by us, but which among them all is performed with that Reverence of Spirit, faith on christ, integrity of Affection, unitedness of Soul,
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and sole fidelity of intention to Divine Glory.
and sole Fidis of intention to Divine Glory.
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Our excellencies are weak, and the Lord be merciful unto us, how often do we weaken them? our work is but little that we do, very little;
Our excellencies Are weak, and the Lord be merciful unto us, how often do we weaken them? our work is but little that we do, very little;
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take aside the aversness, the indispositions, the formalities, the coldness, the distractions, the unbelief, the weariness, the inconstancy, the infinite infirmities which accompany them, what poor things will they then appear? may we not fall down and say, having done our best, We are but unprofitable servants.
take aside the averseness, the indispositions, the formalities, the coldness, the distractions, the unbelief, the weariness, the inconstancy, the infinite infirmities which accompany them, what poor things will they then appear? may we not fallen down and say, having done our best, We Are but unprofitable Servants.
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Nay, and that which being known may likewise abase us, is this, we may justly say of all our poor excellencies,
Nay, and that which being known may likewise abase us, is this, we may justly say of all our poor excellencies,
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as the Widow of her Vessels, They are but borrowed ware;
as the Widow of her Vessels, They Are but borrowed ware;
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What have we which we have not received? Every Gift and Grace which we have, is but a Beam born of the Sun, a drop coming from another Fountain then our Natures:
What have we which we have not received? Every Gift and Grace which we have, is but a Beam born of the Sun, a drop coming from Another Fountain then our Nature's:
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all our good is but free Gift; take the borrowed feathers from the Crow, it is then a most black creature alone.
all our good is but free Gift; take the borrowed Feathers from the Crow, it is then a most black creature alone.
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So that consider our good aright, either in the initial cause of it, viz. Divine and free Grace;
So that Consider our good aright, either in the initial cause of it, viz. Divine and free Grace;
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or in the upholding cause of it, Divine assistance; or in the qualities of it, how weak and imperfect;
or in the upholding cause of it, Divine assistance; or in the qualities of it, how weak and imperfect;
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or in the acts of it, how rare and uneven;
or in the acts of it, how rare and uneven;
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all these are the springs as it were, which feed humbleness of heart in the true Penitent.
all these Are the springs as it were, which feed humbleness of heart in the true Penitent.
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Quest. 2. Now I proceed to the next inquiry, Why true Penitents Why true penitents are humble persons. Quest. 2. Now I proceed to the next inquiry, Why true Penitents Why true penitents Are humble Persons.
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are such humble and lowly persons? I am not worthy to be called thy Son. Are such humble and lowly Persons? I am not worthy to be called thy Son.
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Sol. The reasons are most of them insinuated already; I will either express them again, or add more to them:Sol. The Reasons Are most of them insinuated already; I will either express them again, or add more to them:
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thus then. 1. Conversion necessarily infers an alteration in the whole man: Though it doth not destroy Substances, yet it changeth Qualities;
thus then. 1. Conversion necessarily infers an alteration in the Whole man: Though it does not destroy Substances, yet it changes Qualities;
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of unholy, it makes us holy; of ignorant, knowing; of filthy, clean; of obstinate, flexible; of unquiet, meek;
of unholy, it makes us holy; of ignorant, knowing; of filthy, clean; of obstinate, flexible; of unquiet, meek;
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of proud and lofty, humble and lowly;
of proud and lofty, humble and lowly;
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therefore penitent persons, who are converted persons, must needs be lowly, ex natura rei; this is forcible. 2. They never did experimentally know themselves till they began to repent:
Therefore penitent Persons, who Are converted Persons, must needs be lowly, ex Nature rei; this is forcible. 2. They never did experimentally know themselves till they began to Repent:
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Sin was but a delight, or a mock, or a meer discourse unto them before;
since was but a delight, or a mock, or a mere discourse unto them before;
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the vileness of it, the contagious pollution of it, the stinging guilt of it, the terrible effects of it, both in respect of God and themselves, they never savv it till novv;
the vileness of it, the contagious pollution of it, the stinging guilt of it, the terrible effects of it, both in respect of God and themselves, they never saw it till now;
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they see that of sin vvhich they savv not before, both for the filth and the guilt of it;
they see that of since which they saw not before, both for the filth and the guilt of it;
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and they see it with other eyes then they savv it before; no marvel then that they become low in their own eyes.
and they see it with other eyes then they saw it before; no marvel then that they become low in their own eyes.
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Should they not be very vile in their own eyes, who perceive themselves guilty of that vvhich is most and only vile in Gods? I have sinned what shall I say unto thee, O thou preserver of men? 3. They never saw till now how short they came in that good of duty which they owe to God,
Should they not be very vile in their own eyes, who perceive themselves guilty of that which is most and only vile in God's? I have sinned what shall I say unto thee, Oh thou preserver of men? 3. They never saw till now how short they Come in that good of duty which they owe to God,
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and how unanswerable they are to the many bonds of obedience: and how unanswerable they Are to the many bonds of Obedience:
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I have done nothing for God all my dayes, nor to him in any Service and Honour.
I have done nothing for God all my days, nor to him in any Service and Honour.
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They never knew till now how injurious they have been unto God, to the kindness of his Love, to the counsel of his Spirit, to the righteousness of his Will;
They never knew till now how injurious they have been unto God, to the kindness of his Love, to the counsel of his Spirit, to the righteousness of his Will;
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how unworthily and stubbornly they have resisted, despised him, abused all his mercies: Thus for the Explication of the point.
how unworthily and stubbornly they have resisted, despised him, abused all his Mercies: Thus for the Explication of the point.
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Now for the Application of it to our selves;
Now for the Application of it to our selves;
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Doth true Repentance produce humble lowliness of Spirit, then let us reflect on our own hearts, and judge what solidity of Repentance is wrought in us by that lowliness and sense of unworthiness which is to be found in true penitents.
Does true Repentance produce humble lowliness of Spirit, then let us reflect on our own hearts, and judge what solidity of Repentance is wrought in us by that lowliness and sense of unworthiness which is to be found in true penitents.
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Consider Pride, and loftiness, and self-worthiness are very natural to us:
Consider Pride, and loftiness, and selfworthiness Are very natural to us:
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though we be born wholly naked, not any external ornament is upon us, no inward excellency,
though we be born wholly naked, not any external ornament is upon us, no inward excellency,
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yet our natures are puft with wind and a haughtiness;
yet our nature's Are puffed with wind and a haughtiness;
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and could we be rifled and stript of every sin, we should find this of pride (so opposite to lowliness) most intimately cleaving to us:
and could we be rifled and stripped of every since, we should find this of pride (so opposite to lowliness) most intimately cleaving to us:
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Paradise was not free of it: What do I speak of it? nay, Heaven it self was troubled with it;
Paradise was not free of it: What do I speak of it? nay, Heaven it self was troubled with it;
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the Divels, who are cast into the lowest darkness, fell thither by reason of their proud loftines•.
the Devils, who Are cast into the lowest darkness, fell thither by reason of their proud loftines•.
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Look over all sorts of persons, it's a wonder almost to find one truly humble-hearted sinner.
Look over all sorts of Persons, it's a wonder almost to find one truly humble-hearted sinner.
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If a man hath parts, the Apostle tells us that knowledge puffeth up; the the wind gets into the bladder:
If a man hath parts, the Apostle tells us that knowledge Puffeth up; the the wind gets into the bladder:
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as it was with Diotrephes, &c. Who is the Lord, said Pharaoh? if a man have dignities,
as it was with Diotrephes, etc. Who is the Lord, said Pharaoh? if a man have dignities,
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how rare is it to see greatness stooping, and lowliness of heart with highness of honor.
how rare is it to see greatness stooping, and lowliness of heart with highness of honour.
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If a man have riches, he needs an Apostles charge, Not to be high-minded. If a man be poor, he is like Diogenes, trampling upon the Philosophers chair with greater pride.
If a man have riches, he needs an Apostles charge, Not to be High-minded. If a man be poor, he is like Diogenes, trampling upon the Philosophers chair with greater pride.
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Generally the scum is most light, and vu•gar spirits most censorious and insolent.
Generally the scum is most Light, and vu•gar spirits most censorious and insolent.
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If a man be ignorant, yet Laodicea thinks her self rich, and increased, and to have need of nothing;
If a man be ignorant, yet Laodicea thinks her self rich, and increased, and to have need of nothing;
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though indeed she be poor, and blind, and miserable, and naked. 2. If habitually and predominantly proud, thou art as yet impenitent;
though indeed she be poor, and blind, and miserable, and naked. 2. If habitually and predominantly proud, thou art as yet impenitent;
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'tis true that Conversion doth not give an absolute cessation to sin, yet it do•h take off dominion, and causeth diminution.
it's true that Conversion does not give an absolute cessation to since, yet it do•h take off dominion, and Causes diminution.
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It cannot be, that a man should have an heart rightly sensible of sin, and set against it,
It cannot be, that a man should have an heart rightly sensible of since, and Set against it,
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and yet be high in the opinion of his own excellencies and worth. The mountains are cast down into a valley, and the high imaginations brought into captivity;
and yet be high in the opinion of his own excellencies and worth. The Mountains Are cast down into a valley, and the high Imaginations brought into captivity;
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the swellings of our corrupt spirits are in great measure abated and let out, when once Grace enters our hearts,
the swellings of our corrupt spirits Are in great measure abated and let out, when once Grace enters our hearts,
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and Repentance hath opened our eies.
and Repentance hath opened our eyes.
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Though you may be free from many other actual and gross exorbitancies, if yet the spirit of pride (be it in Spirituals,
Though you may be free from many other actual and gross Extravagancies, if yet the Spirit of pride (be it in Spirituals,
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or Naturals, or Civils, or Morals) dwell within you, and rule over you, it may be said of you what the Prophet spake of the stout-hearted, They were far from righteousness.
or Naturals, or Civils, or Morals) dwell within you, and Rule over you, it may be said of you what the Prophet spoke of the stouthearted, They were Far from righteousness.
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3. Few men use the means to make them humble, they seldom are at home, they are so studious of other mens sins, that they neglect their own.
3. Few men use the means to make them humble, they seldom Are At home, they Are so studious of other men's Sins, that they neglect their own.
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This is a most ordinary truth, that they who are so prying after the faults of others, seldom search themselvs,
This is a most ordinary truth, that they who Are so prying After the Faults of Others, seldom search themselves,
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and hereby onely enable their own pride, but disable themselvs for humbleness. It is not forreign, but experimental knowledge which makes us lowly.
and hereby only enable their own pride, but disable themselves for humbleness. It is not foreign, but experimental knowledge which makes us lowly.
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But you may reply, How may it bee known that our hearts are not lofty,
But you may reply, How may it be known that our hearts Are not lofty,
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but lowly, that so we may judge our repentance not to be be formal, but sound.
but lowly, that so we may judge our Repentance not to be be formal, but found.
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Sol. Premise a word or two and then I have done, that I speak onely of Lowliness, as it is to be found in Christians in this life, which is not a state of perfection, but imperfection.Sol. Premise a word or two and then I have done, that I speak only of Lowliness, as it is to be found in Christians in this life, which is not a state of perfection, but imperfection.
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Secondly, as it in conflict and combate, not as absolute and free.
Secondly, as it in conflict and combat, not as absolute and free.
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Now then 1. If you be truly lowly, then you live altogether upon free and meer mercy.
Now then 1. If you be truly lowly, then you live altogether upon free and mere mercy.
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Every mercy is an alms unto you, and is sued out not upon desert, but upon promise: Every mercy is an alms unto you, and is sued out not upon desert, but upon promise:
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you can find no mony to buy corn, but all must be free gift:
you can find no money to buy corn, but all must be free gift:
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you will be content to buy without mony, and to receive without price. 2. You will then be more patient under delays:
you will be content to buy without money, and to receive without price. 2. You will then be more patient under delays:
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it is but a proud beggar who will be served at first knock, or else will be gone.
it is but a proud beggar who will be served At First knock, or Else will be gone.
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It is a very ill sign when we are so quick with God, that he shall lose our service if he doth not presently send out his answers.
It is a very ill Signen when we Are so quick with God, that he shall loose our service if he does not presently send out his answers.
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Were we indeed sensible of our own unworthiness, we would hold it no disparagement to wait at heaven gates;
Were we indeed sensible of our own unworthiness, we would hold it no disparagement to wait At heaven gates;
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he will patiently wait for some mercy, who humbly knows that he deservs none.
he will patiently wait for Some mercy, who humbly knows that he deservs none.
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Even an humble heart may urge God to make haste, but it is our proud heart which accuseth and quarrels with him for delay. 3. You will be silent in denials and withdrawments.
Even an humble heart may urge God to make haste, but it is our proud heart which Accuseth and quarrels with him for Delay. 3. You will be silent in denials and withdrawments.
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Doth not God answer me? Why! I deserv no look nor answer.
Does not God answer me? Why! I deserve no look nor answer.
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Doth he not give what I ask, but take away what he hath given? Why it is the Lord, let him do with his own what he pleaseth.
Does he not give what I ask, but take away what he hath given? Why it is the Lord, let him do with his own what he Pleases.
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It is mercy that I have yet any mercy: I am unworthy to enjoy any good, who am most worthy to enjoy all evil.
It is mercy that I have yet any mercy: I am unworthy to enjoy any good, who am most worthy to enjoy all evil.
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When we are our selves, this will be our temper, if we be humble, God shall use his own authority and pleasure to dispose of the mercies which we crave,
When we Are our selves, this will be our temper, if we be humble, God shall use his own Authority and pleasure to dispose of the Mercies which we crave,
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and of the mercies also which we have; we will be more patient in denials, and silent in losses;
and of the Mercies also which we have; we will be more patient in denials, and silent in losses;
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What can we say who are unworthy of all? 4. You will be very thankful for any answer, or the least mercy.
What can we say who Are unworthy of all? 4. You will be very thankful for any answer, or the least mercy.
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If nothing will content us but great mercies, assuredly we are not humble, but have too great spirits.
If nothing will content us but great Mercies, assuredly we Are not humble, but have too great spirits.
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He who indeed judgeth himself not worthy of the least of all the mercies and truth which God shews unto him, will take up a great misery with quietness,
He who indeed Judgeth himself not worthy of the least of all the Mercies and truth which God shows unto him, will take up a great misery with quietness,
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and a little mercy with thankfulness.
and a little mercy with thankfulness.
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The body of man if it bee sound, can stoop for a pin, as well as for a piece;
The body of man if it be found, can stoop for a pin, as well as for a piece;
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and the heart, if it be humble, can bless for little mercies, as well as for great.
and the heart, if it be humble, can bless for little Mercies, as well as for great.
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The touch of the little finger, as well as of the great, will make a well-tuned stringed instrument speak,
The touch of the little finger, as well as of the great, will make a well-tuned stringed Instrument speak,
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and even the whisperings of the voice are ecchoed back in an exact concave.
and even the whisperings of the voice Are echoed back in an exact concave.
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The least drops of mercy affect the lowly heart, which can awake upon the least noise.
The least drops of mercy affect the lowly heart, which can awake upon the least noise.
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The proud heart like the mountain yields a poor crop after a shower of mercies,
The proud heart like the mountain yields a poor crop After a shower of Mercies,
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but the humble heart, like the Gardens, yields plenty of sweet smelling sacrifices, after the least dews or drops of merciful blessings and answers from God.
but the humble heart, like the Gardens, yields plenty of sweet smelling Sacrifices, After the least dews or drops of merciful blessings and answers from God.
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Now say, How do you plead with God when you approach unto him? what can you shew for the mercies that you ask? onely his own mercie, no worth in you to move him:
Now say, How do you plead with God when you approach unto him? what can you show for the Mercies that you ask? only his own mercy, no worth in you to move him:
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And how are you when God delaies, or denies, or removes his mercies? can you then be in dust and ashes,
And how Are you when God delays, or Denies, or removes his Mercies? can you then be in dust and Ashes,
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and not in fire and flames? can you yet quietly serve him, wait on him, depend on him, submit to him upon this ground? Ah! I am a sinner;
and not in fire and flames? can you yet quietly serve him, wait on him, depend on him, submit to him upon this ground? Ah! I am a sinner;
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I have wronged the Father of mercies; abused all his mercies; am not worthy of the least of mercies:
I have wronged the Father of Mercies; abused all his Mercies; am not worthy of the least of Mercies:
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It is mercy that ever I had mercy, that now I have any, that which is lost and denied, I am not worthy of them;
It is mercy that ever I had mercy, that now I have any, that which is lost and denied, I am not worthy of them;
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that which I have, I am not worthy of. And when God answers you either in spirituals, to your souls;
that which I have, I am not worthy of. And when God answers you either in spirituals, to your Souls;
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or in temporals, to your outward man, How do you look upon his answers? Do you look a squint on them as he upon Solomons Cities? Are you able to abuse great mercies,
or in temporals, to your outward man, How do you look upon his answers? Do you look a squint on them as he upon Solomons Cities? are you able to abuse great Mercies,
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and slight the least? 5. If you bee truly humble, then the more mercies and answers from God, will still add and make you more humble and lowly.
and slight the least? 5. If you be truly humble, then the more Mercies and answers from God, will still add and make you more humble and lowly.
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Not onely the sense of your iniquities, but the experience of Gods mercies will make you low in your eies.
Not only the sense of your iniquities, but the experience of God's Mercies will make you low in your eyes.
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Mercies have two effects upon humble hearts, they make them more humble, and more fruitful.
mercies have two effects upon humble hearts, they make them more humble, and more fruitful.
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David in 2 Sam. 7. when God gave him the advouzon, and, as it were, confirmed and added to his former Charter,David in 2 Sam. 7. when God gave him the advouzon, and, as it were, confirmed and added to his former Charter,
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an intention of greater mercy to his posterity, Why!
an intention of greater mercy to his posterity, Why!
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this casts David down, ver. 18. Then went King David in, and sa•e before the Lord, and he said, Who am I, O Lord God,
this Cast David down, ver. 18. Then went King David in, and sa•e before the Lord, and he said, Who am I, Oh Lord God,
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and what is my house, that thou hast brought me hitherto. The more corn is in the ear, the more it hangs down the head;and what is my house, that thou hast brought me hitherto. The more corn is in the ear, the more it hangs down the head;
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and the tree bends most, when laden with fruit. But if mercies make us forget God, as afflictions make us forget our selves;
and the tree bends most, when laden with fruit. But if Mercies make us forget God, as afflictions make us forget our selves;
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if it be with us as with the Arrow, which when the Bow is most bent and drawn, it flies farthest from us;
if it be with us as with the Arrow, which when the Bow is most bent and drawn, it flies farthest from us;
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Or as with the Dial which casts the shortest shadow, when the Sun is highest; or as with some grounds, which yields the rankest corn after the fullest tillage:
Or as with the Dial which Cast the Shortest shadow, when the Sun is highest; or as with Some grounds, which yields the rankest corn After the Fullest tillage:
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we grow careless of God, of his Ordinances in publick, of his worship in private, scornful of heavenly reproof, admonition, obedience; alas!
we grow careless of God, of his Ordinances in public, of his worship in private, scornful of heavenly reproof, admonition, Obedience; alas!
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this shews we are not humble.
this shows we Are not humble.
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If upon due search we find our hearts lifted up with an opinion of our own worth and excellencies,
If upon due search we find our hearts lifted up with an opinion of our own worth and excellencies,
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and far from penitential humblings, We should be humbled for want of this humbleness:
and Far from penitential humblings, We should be humbled for want of this humbleness:
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as Hezekiah, though his heart was lifted up, yet the text saith, He humbled himself for the pride of his heart, 2 Chron. 32. 25, 26, 27. And use the means by which we may become humbly sensible of our own great unworthiness. v. g. 1. Study our selves more. Alas!
as Hezekiah, though his heart was lifted up, yet the text Says, He humbled himself for the pride of his heart, 2 Chronicles 32. 25, 26, 27. And use the means by which we may become humbly sensible of our own great unworthiness. v. g. 1. Study our selves more. Alas!
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what are we? but dust and ashes; nay, but sin and corruption:
what Are we? but dust and Ashes; nay, but since and corruption:
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We cannot say of our sins, as the Prophet spake of the fore-running calamities, Gray hairs are here and there upon him.
We cannot say of our Sins, as the Prophet spoke of the forerunning calamities, Grey hairs Are Here and there upon him.
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No, no, but as David, Who can tell how oft he offends? if we knew our selves, we would abhor our selves. 2. Study the Law more, the perfection and excellency of it,
No, no, but as David, Who can tell how oft he offends? if we knew our selves, we would abhor our selves. 2. Study the Law more, the perfection and excellency of it,
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and bring thy many blots to that purity, thy many crookednesses to that plainness.
and bring thy many blots to that purity, thy many crookednesses to that plainness.
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Paul was alive before the Law came, but when the Commandement came, sin revived, and he died. 3. Study your own performances better. Paul was alive before the Law Come, but when the Commandment Come, since revived, and he died. 3. Study your own performances better.
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'Tis true, something is done, but there is more undone, then done: thy best services have more in them to humble, then to puff thee;
It's true, something is done, but there is more undone, then done: thy best services have more in them to humble, then to puff thee;
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thou canst not do at all, unless God aids thee (but art like a Mill without water,
thou Canst not do At all, unless God aids thee (but art like a Mill without water,
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or a Dial without the Sun) and when thou dost go, it is like Mephibosheth, lame on both feet.
or a Dial without the Sun) and when thou dost go, it is like Mephibosheth, lame on both feet.
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When thou hast made the best praier, thou maiest well bow the knee, and pray again, that God would forgive thee the much dullness, the many distractions, the infinire unbelief in thy prayer.
When thou hast made the best prayer, thou Mayest well bow the knee, and pray again, that God would forgive thee the much dullness, the many distractions, the infinire unbelief in thy prayer.
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4. Study the creatures better, which are the bellowes to blow up your self-conceits and high thoughts.
4. Study the creatures better, which Are the bellows to blow up your self-conceits and high thoughts.
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What is thy beauty but a fading dye, a changeable tincture, which one blow or one disease may dash!
What is thy beauty but a fading die, a changeable tincture, which one blow or one disease may dash!
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if it escape both, yet time will unvarnish the house newly painted? What are riches but a labour,
if it escape both, yet time will unvarnish the house newly painted? What Are riches but a labour,
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an heap of vanity, and a vexation of spirit; they are a Tree long in growing, and quick in fading:
an heap of vanity, and a vexation of Spirit; they Are a Tree long in growing, and quick in fading:
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Solomon compares them to a Bird ready to flye; Paul reputes them uncertain, and David wonders who shall enjoy them. What are cloathes but a few Garments of Trees, of Beasts, somewhat trimmed up? And our Honours, bu• the breath of the People, a vain aire and wind at the best, quickly stirred, easily turned about and allayed? And our bodies, but a piece of clay, a wall of earth? Our heads are but earthly Globes,Solomon compares them to a Bird ready to fly; Paul reputes them uncertain, and David wonders who shall enjoy them. What Are clothes but a few Garments of Trees, of Beasts, somewhat trimmed up? And our Honours, bu• the breath of the People, a vain air and wind At the best, quickly stirred, Easily turned about and allayed? And our bodies, but a piece of clay, a wall of earth? Our Heads Are but earthly Globes,
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and our eyes but wasting Candles, and our feet but decaying Pillars, &c. 5. Study God more, in his excellencies of holiness, of justice, of mercy,
and our eyes but wasting Candles, and our feet but decaying Pillars, etc. 5. Study God more, in his excellencies of holiness, of Justice, of mercy,
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and then you will abhor your selves in dust and ashes. Now I proceed to the second Proposition, viz.
and then you will abhor your selves in dust and Ashes. Now I proceed to the second Proposition, viz.
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That personal unworthiness is not prejudicial to spiritual supplication; [ I am not worthy, yet make me as. That personal unworthiness is not prejudicial to spiritual supplication; [ I am not worthy, yet make me as.
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] Of this Proposition, I will give you 1. The sense. 2. Arguments to confirm it. 3. Some useful Applications.] Of this Proposition, I will give you 1. The sense. 2. Arguments to confirm it. 3. some useful Applications.
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Touching the sense or Explication of it, premise these particulars. 1. There is a twofold unworthiness; Privative;
Touching the sense or Explication of it, premise these particulars. 1. There is a twofold unworthiness; Privative;
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when there is no quality or act which the person can shew to God, as a meritorious cause,
when there is no quality or act which the person can show to God, as a meritorious cause,
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why he should accept of him or his services.
why he should accept of him or his services.
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Negative; when there is no meetness or fitness of capacity in the subject, enabling of him to receive any thing from God:Negative; when there is no meetness or fitness of capacity in the Subject, enabling of him to receive any thing from God:
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for as there is a double dignity or worthiness; One of Causality to deserve good, another of Receptivity to obtain good;
for as there is a double dignity or worthiness; One of Causality to deserve good, Another of Receptivity to obtain good;
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so answerably there is a double unworthiness, one which consists in the defect of merit, another which consists in the defect of meetness:
so answerably there is a double unworthiness, one which consists in the defect of merit, Another which consists in the defect of meetness:
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I speak only of the former, not of the latter, for a person may not be unworthy, (.i.) unfit or uncapable to receive good, who yet is unworthy, (.i.) unable to deserve and merit it.
I speak only of the former, not of the latter, for a person may not be unworthy, (i) unfit or uncapable to receive good, who yet is unworthy, (i) unable to deserve and merit it.
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2. There is an absolute and plenary unworthiness, wherein as there is no cause of good,
2. There is an absolute and plenary unworthiness, wherein as there is no cause of good,
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so there is effectual cause to hinder it; this may be called a moral unworthiness;
so there is effectual cause to hinder it; this may be called a moral unworthiness;
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And this a natural, a restrictive and partial unworthiness, when there are qualities in, or actions by a person, against which strict justice might make exceptions,
And this a natural, a restrictive and partial unworthiness, when there Are qualities in, or actions by a person, against which strict Justice might make exceptions,
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yet through a gracious indulgence they avail not to the pre•udice of the person.
yet through a gracious indulgence they avail not to the pre•udice of the person.
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David saith in Psal. 66. 18. If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me; David Says in Psalm 66. 18. If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me;
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and the blind man cured, said well, Joh. 9. 31. We know that God heareth not sinners.
and the blind man cured, said well, John 9. 31. We know that God hears not Sinners.
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When people have not onely sin living in them, but themselvs living in sin;
When people have not only since living in them, but themselves living in since;
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when they know and affect their sins, have means to leave them, but will not have hearts to forsake them;
when they know and affect their Sins, have means to leave them, but will not have hearts to forsake them;
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this now imprints an absolute unworthiness, (i) such an unworthiness, as doth effectually prejudice their access and confidence to God in praier.
this now imprints an absolute unworthiness, (i) such an unworthiness, as does effectually prejudice their access and confidence to God in prayer.
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Nevertheless there may be the presence of many corruptions for quality and fact (which the sinner knows,
Nevertheless there may be the presence of many corruptions for quality and fact (which the sinner knows,
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and bewails, and judges) and though in strict justice they are a sufficient prejudice;
and bewails, and judges) and though in strict Justice they Are a sufficient prejudice;
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yet through a divine graciousness, they prove not effectual hinderances to the presenting 〈 ◊ 〉 accepting of Praier.
yet through a divine graciousness, they prove not effectual hindrances to the presenting 〈 ◊ 〉 accepting of Prayer.
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3. The privative and natural or restrictive unworthiness may be considered again two waies:
3. The privative and natural or restrictive unworthiness may be considered again two ways:
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Either in respect of the matter of it, which is some kind or kinds of sinfulness, either in nature, 〈 ◊ 〉 fact:
Either in respect of the matter of it, which is Some kind or Kinds of sinfulness, either in nature, 〈 ◊ 〉 fact:
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for nothing makes us unworthy but sin, this abaseth us, and keeps us at a distance:
for nothing makes us unworthy but since, this abaseth us, and keeps us At a distance:
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Or, of the sense and apprehension of it; when the sinfulness which doth make us so unworthy, is discerned by us;
Or, of the sense and apprehension of it; when the sinfulness which does make us so unworthy, is discerned by us;
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and so discerned, that by reason thereof we do judge out selves not worthy of the least of mercies.
and so discerned, that by reason thereof we do judge out selves not worthy of the least of Mercies.
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In neither respect is it prejudicial to spiritual supplication, (i) though there be sinfulness in us,
In neither respect is it prejudicial to spiritual supplication, (i) though there be sinfulness in us,
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and upon us, and we know it, and that by reason of it wee are neither worthy to speak with God,
and upon us, and we know it, and that by reason of it we Are neither worthy to speak with God,
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nor to prevail with God, yet we may present our supplications unto him. 4 Praier may be considered in a threefold respect;
nor to prevail with God, yet we may present our supplications unto him. 4 Prayer may be considered in a threefold respect;
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Either, As a Duty to be acted; As a Duty acting; As a Duty acted. Either, As a Duty to be acted; As a Duty acting; As a Duty acted.
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The sense of our unworthiness should not be any prejudice to praier in any of those respects. 1. Not to take us off from performing the duty of praier:
The sense of our unworthiness should not be any prejudice to prayer in any of those respects. 1. Not to take us off from performing the duty of prayer:
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We may offer up our sacrifice, though we cannot offer up our worthiness; we may bring our gift, though we cannot bring our merit;
We may offer up our sacrifice, though we cannot offer up our worthiness; we may bring our gift, though we cannot bring our merit;
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though vve cannot buy heaven, yet vve may beg it. Poverty doth not hinder, but a man may be a fit beggar;
though we cannot buy heaven, yet we may beg it. Poverty does not hinder, but a man may be a fit beggar;
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and sin doth not hinder, but a person may be a fit petitioner to God.
and since does not hinder, but a person may be a fit petitioner to God.
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David was sensible of his sins, Psal. 40. 12. Innumerable evils have compassed me about, mine iniquities have taken hold upon me, David was sensible of his Sins, Psalm 40. 12. Innumerable evils have compassed me about, mine iniquities have taken hold upon me,
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so that I am not able to look up; they are more then the hairs of my head, therefore my heart saileth me: so that I am not able to look up; they Are more then the hairs of my head, Therefore my heart saileth me:
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Yet he makes his Supplication presently in the next verse, v. 13. Be pleased, O Lord, to deliver me;
Yet he makes his Supplication presently in the next verse, v. 13. Be pleased, Oh Lord, to deliver me;
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O Lord make haste to help me. Oh Lord make haste to help me.
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So did Ezra, c. 9. 6. and Daniel, c. 9. 2. Nor take off Considence in the time of Performance:
So did Ezra, c. 9. 6. and daniel, c. 9. 2. Nor take off Confidence in the time of Performance:
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An Unworthy person may lawfully bee an earnest Suiter. He may put up requests, and also believe that God will grant them: See it in the Church;
an Unworthy person may lawfully be an earnest Suitor. He may put up requests, and also believe that God will grant them: See it in the Church;
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Isa. 64. 6. We are all as an unclean thing, and all our righteousnesses as filthy rags, &c. Ver. 8. But now, O Lord, thou art our Father. Isaiah 64. 6. We Are all as an unclean thing, and all our Righteousness as filthy rags, etc. Ver. 8. But now, Oh Lord, thou art our Father.
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Ver. 9. Be not wrath very sore, O Lord, neither remember iniquity for ever; behold, see, we beseech thee, we are all thy people.
Ver. 9. Be not wrath very soar, Oh Lord, neither Remember iniquity for ever; behold, see, we beseech thee, we Are all thy people.
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So Psal. 25. 11. For thy Names sake, O Lord, pardon mine iniquity, for it is great.
So Psalm 25. 11. For thy Names sake, Oh Lord, pardon mine iniquity, for it is great.
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He was sensible of the greatness of his sin, yet puts up a believing Petition for pardon. 3. Nor yet take off our expectation of the success and fruit of Prayer: Though a man hath sown his seed with an hand perhaps foul or lame, yet he expects an Harvest.
He was sensible of the greatness of his since, yet puts up a believing Petition for pardon. 3. Nor yet take off our expectation of the success and fruit of Prayer: Though a man hath sown his seed with an hand perhaps foul or lame, yet he expects an Harvest.
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We may expect a most gracious, and proper, and seasonable answer to our ptayers, though we be most unworthy of the mercy or blessing which we do desire.
We may expect a most gracious, and proper, and seasonable answer to our ptayers, though we be most unworthy of the mercy or blessing which we do desire.
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Though we know nothing in our selves to commend us to God, yea, though we know enough in our selves to condemn us before God, to non-suit all our prayers,
Though we know nothing in our selves to commend us to God, yea, though we know enough in our selves to condemn us before God, to nonsuit all our Prayers,
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if the answers were to be given according to our deserts, yet we may not only request the Lord,
if the answers were to be given according to our deserts, yet we may not only request the Lord,
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but should by Faith rely on God;
but should by Faith rely on God;
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yea, and expect an answer what the Lord will answer us, and when he will perform his promise to us.
yea, and expect an answer what the Lord will answer us, and when he will perform his promise to us.
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2. But you may demand, Why should not the sense of our unworthiness prejudice our prayings?
2. But you may demand, Why should not the sense of our unworthiness prejudice our prayings?
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Sol. I will give you divers Reasons for it:Sol. I will give you diverse Reasons for it:
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1. Because though we cannot Sue in our own name, yet we may Sue in the Name of Christ: 1. Because though we cannot Sue in our own name, yet we may Sue in the Name of christ:
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There may be a worthiness For us though not In us.
There may be a worthiness For us though not In us.
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In the Old Law it was a dangerous presumption for any man to offer a Sacrifice without a Priest, Lev. 17. 3, 4, 5. such a person was to be cut off:
In the Old Law it was a dangerous presumption for any man to offer a Sacrifice without a Priest, Lev. 17. 3, 4, 5. such a person was to be Cut off:
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in like manner it is most dangerous for any man to offer up his prayers to God without Christ:
in like manner it is most dangerous for any man to offer up his Prayers to God without christ:
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to come in his own name, it is the way to cut off our prayers.
to come in his own name, it is the Way to Cut off our Prayers.
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God will not take any petition from us, unless it come out of the hands of our Master of requests (.i.) Christ Jesus.
God will not take any petition from us, unless it come out of the hands of our Master of requests (i) christ jesus.
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And again, in the Old Law, if the Priest did offer up the Sacrifice, though it were not a rich sacrifice of a Bullock or a Sheep,
And again, in the Old Law, if the Priest did offer up the Sacrifice, though it were not a rich sacrifice of a Bullock or a Sheep,
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if it were but a pair of Turtle Doves;
if it were but a pair of Turtle Dove;
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nay, if it were but the tenth part of an Ephah of fine flour, it was available for the person, it was accepted, Levit. 5. intim•ting unto us, That it is not our own names, not any excellencies in us, which make way for the acceptance or the answer of our prayers, they are accepted for his sake in whom our persons are accepted;
nay, if it were but the tenth part of an Ephah of fine flour, it was available for the person, it was accepted, Levit. 5. intim•ting unto us, That it is not our own names, not any excellencies in us, which make Way for the acceptance or the answer of our Prayers, they Are accepted for his sake in whom our Persons Are accepted;
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and therefore you read in Rev. 8. 3. of the Angel that stood at the Altar, having a golden Censer, who had much incense, which he offered with the prayers of all Saints upon the golden Altar which was before the Throne.
and Therefore you read in Rev. 8. 3. of the Angel that stood At the Altar, having a golden Censer, who had much incense, which he offered with the Prayers of all Saints upon the golden Altar which was before the Throne.
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The golden Altar, and the golden Censer, and much Incense make all accepted;
The golden Altar, and the golden Censer, and much Incense make all accepted;
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and ver. 4. The smoke of the incense, which came with the prayers of the Saints, ascended up before God out of the Angels hand.
and for. 4. The smoke of the incense, which Come with the Prayers of the Saints, ascended up before God out of the Angels hand.
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It was the Angels Incense which made even the prayers of the Saints to ascend (.i.) the meritorious intercession of Christ, which giveth acceptance and audience to our Petitions;
It was the Angels Incense which made even the Prayers of the Saints to ascend (i) the meritorious Intercession of christ, which gives acceptance and audience to our Petitions;
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as he is a sufficient Redeemer, so is he a sufficient Intercessour, and therefore our own Unworthiness must not prejudice or discourage us,
as he is a sufficient Redeemer, so is he a sufficient Intercessor, and Therefore our own Unworthiness must not prejudice or discourage us,
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for as much as the name of Jesus Christ is enough to implead God withall.
for as much as the name of jesus christ is enough to implead God withal.
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2. Secondly, When we come to God in Prayer, we come to one who is of a most liberal and gracious Nature, therefore our unworthiness should not discourage our petitions.
2. Secondly, When we come to God in Prayer, we come to one who is of a most liberal and gracious Nature, Therefore our unworthiness should not discourage our petitions.
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That God is of a liberal Nature, is unquestionable, he is abundant in goodness and truth, so Moses.
That God is of a liberal Nature, is unquestionable, he is abundant in Goodness and truth, so Moses.
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He will give grace and glory, so David.He will give grace and glory, so David.
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He giveth to all men liberally and upbraideth not, so Jam. 1. 5. Water comes not from the clouds as from a Pump;He gives to all men liberally and upbraideth not, so Jam. 1. 5. Water comes not from the Clouds as from a Pump;
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a bountiful and noble Nature stands not on desert, it finds principles enough within it self to shew kindness.
a bountiful and noble Nature Stands not on desert, it finds principles enough within it self to show kindness.
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But which is yet more, the Lord hath not only a nature full of goodness,
But which is yet more, the Lord hath not only a nature full of Goodness,
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and most propense to give, but also he hath a gracious Nature which dispenseth all good upon free terms, not for our sake who receive,
and most propense to give, but also he hath a gracious Nature which dispenseth all good upon free terms, not for our sake who receive,
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but for his own sake only who gives.
but for his own sake only who gives.
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As Gods liberality appears in giving many times before we ask, and sometimes in giving more then we ask,
As God's liberality appears in giving many times before we ask, and sometime in giving more then we ask,
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and sometimes in giving a better thing then we ask;
and sometime in giving a better thing then we ask;
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so his graciousness appears in not considering how worthy we are, what Causes and Arguments we can bring,
so his graciousness appears in not considering how worthy we Are, what Causes and Arguments we can bring,
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but in a a free dispensation of his mercies to us, without all desert or causality on our parts:
but in a a free Dispensation of his Mercies to us, without all desert or causality on our parts:
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The whole cause of the mercy, is only in mercy, as in Deut. 9. 6. The Lord thy God doth not give thee this good land to possess it,
The Whole cause of the mercy, is only in mercy, as in Deuteronomy 9. 6. The Lord thy God does not give thee this good land to possess it,
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for thy righteousness, for thou art a stiffnecked people: The gift then was gracious, no desert of it;for thy righteousness, for thou art a Stiffnecked people: The gift then was gracious, no desert of it;
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nay, a desert of the contrary. Come, saith the Prophet, ye that have no mony, come ye, buy and eat;
nay, a desert of the contrary. Come, Says the Prophet, you that have no money, come you, buy and eat;
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yea, come buy wine and milk without mony and without price, Isay 55. 1. If God doth not sell any of his mercies,yea, come buy wine and milk without money and without price, Saiah 55. 1. If God does not fell any of his Mercies,
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if he will take none of our coyn;
if he will take none of our coin;
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if he doth not stand upon a price, but only upon the asking and on the acceptation of his gifts,
if he does not stand upon a price, but only upon the asking and on the acceptation of his Gifts,
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then our Unworthines doth not prejudice our prayers.
then our Unworthiness does not prejudice our Prayers.
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3. We do not only advance the name of Christ, and the name of divine Grace by comming with a sense of our Unworthiness,
3. We do not only advance the name of christ, and the name of divine Grace by coming with a sense of our Unworthiness,
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but it is the necessary concomitant of acceptable prayer. There are two singular Graces which must exercise themselves in prayer;but it is the necessary concomitant of acceptable prayer. There Are two singular Graces which must exercise themselves in prayer;
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one is Faith, by which we go in the name of another; another is Humility by which we go out of our selves.
one is Faith, by which we go in the name of Another; Another is Humility by which we go out of our selves.
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When Abraham prayes, his form was humble, I who am but dust and ashes.
When Abraham prays, his from was humble, I who am but dust and Ashes.
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When Jacob prayes his form was humble, I who am not worthy of all the goodness and truth, &c. He hears the desire of the humble;
When Jacob prays his from was humble, I who am not worthy of all the Goodness and truth, etc. He hears the desire of the humble;
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This poor man cried unto the Lord and he heard him. When we pray to God, we are said to fall down at his footstool;This poor man cried unto the Lord and he herd him. When we pray to God, we Are said to fallen down At his footstool;
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not only our bodies but our souls also must fall down at his footstool:
not only our bodies but our Souls also must fallen down At his footstool:
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And when do our soules fall down? Then when they are fully affected with the sense of their own unworthiness.
And when do our Souls fallen down? Then when they Are Fully affected with the sense of their own unworthiness.
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If we would pray acceptably, we must pray humbly. If we would pray humbly, we must be sensible of our own Unworthiness.
If we would pray acceptably, we must pray humbly. If we would pray humbly, we must be sensible of our own Unworthiness.
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4. God hath rejected the Prayer of such who have rested upon their own worthiness: The Pharisee was rejected upon this account.
4. God hath rejected the Prayer of such who have rested upon their own worthiness: The Pharisee was rejected upon this account.
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Jam. 4. 6. God resisteth the proud (.i.) he regards them not, he rewards them not;Jam. 4. 6. God Resisteth the proud (i) he regards them not, he rewards them not;
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the humble he doth, but the proud he doth not:
the humble he does, but the proud he does not:
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He hath filled the hungry with good things, and the rich he hath sent empty away, so Mary, Luk. 1. 53. A confidence of our Worthiness makes us uncapable,He hath filled the hungry with good things, and the rich he hath sent empty away, so Marry, Luk. 1. 53. A confidence of our Worthiness makes us uncapable,
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therefore a sense of our Unworthiness makes us not uncapable. An empty Stomack will receive, but a full Vessel will admit of nothing;
Therefore a sense of our Unworthiness makes us not uncapable. an empty Stomach will receive, but a full Vessel will admit of nothing;
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you shall never find a rich God, if you come to him with rich Spirits: The Pharisee he goes up to pray;
you shall never find a rich God, if you come to him with rich Spirits: The Pharisee he Goes up to pray;
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and what doth he discover in his prayers? I am not as other men; I am no Extortioner, I am no Adulterer, I fast twice in the week.
and what does he discover in his Prayers? I am not as other men; I am no Extortioner, I am no Adulterer, I fast twice in the Week.
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He conceales his sins, and displayes his perfections; he stands upon his worthiness, but he loseth his acceptance;
He conceals his Sins, and displays his perfections; he Stands upon his worthiness, but he loses his acceptance;
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he justified himself, but God did not justifie him, accept him, acquit him.
he justified himself, but God did not justify him, accept him, acquit him.
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5. None ever found more mercy then such who have come unto God in the sense of their own Ʋnworthiness;
5. None ever found more mercy then such who have come unto God in the sense of their own Ʋnworthiness;
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I will give you some instances for this out of Scripture.
I will give you Some instances for this out of Scripture.
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Matth. 8. The Centurion was so sensible of his unworthiness, that he durst not himself presume to invite Christ to the help of his servant;Matthew 8. The Centurion was so sensible of his unworthiness, that he durst not himself presume to invite christ to the help of his servant;
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and when he had intreated him, he did not think his house worthy of Christs presence, I am not worthy that thou shouldst come under the roofe of mine house, ver. 8. yet he prayes, Speak the word only, and my servunt shall be healed, and he speeds;
and when he had entreated him, he did not think his house worthy of Christ presence, I am not worthy that thou Shouldst come under the roof of mine house, ver. 8. yet he prays, Speak the word only, and my servunt shall be healed, and he speeds;
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his Faith is applauded, and his prayer fully granted; ver. 13. His servant was healed the same hour.
his Faith is applauded, and his prayer Fully granted; for. 13. His servant was healed the same hour.
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Mar. 5. 25. The poor woman, who was so sensible of her unworthiness, ver. 33. she came fearing, and trembling, and fell down;
Mar. 5. 25. The poor woman, who was so sensible of her unworthiness, ver. 33. she Come fearing, and trembling, and fell down;
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she durst not either immediately or mediately speak to Christ, only her Faith spake at her fingers ends;
she durst not either immediately or mediately speak to christ, only her Faith spoke At her fingers ends;
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for she said, If I may but touch his cloaths, I shall be whole, ver. 28. How doth this speed? ver. 29. Straightway the fountain of her blood was dryed up.
for she said, If I may but touch his clothes, I shall be Whole, ver. 28. How does this speed? ver. 29. Straightway the fountain of her blood was dried up.
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What should I speak of the woman of Canaan, who confessing her self to be as a Dog, and thereupon craving for crumbs, was presently fed and answered with a great mercy? Or, what should I speak of the Publican, a penitent all in sighs, all in tears, altogether unworthy,
What should I speak of the woman of Canaan, who confessing her self to be as a Dog, and thereupon craving for crumbs, was presently fed and answered with a great mercy? Or, what should I speak of the Publican, a penitent all in sighs, all in tears, altogether unworthy,
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and he knew it, and therefore Stands afar off, dares not lift up his eyes to heaven, sm•tes on his brest,
and he knew it, and Therefore Stands afar off, dares not lift up his eyes to heaven, sm•tes on his breast,
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and cryes out, Lord, be merciful to me a sinner? Here was a deep sense of Unworthiness;
and cries out, Lord, be merciful to me a sinner? Here was a deep sense of Unworthiness;
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here was nevertheless a fervent prayer, and upon it a most gracious answer, He went home justified.
Here was nevertheless a fervent prayer, and upon it a most gracious answer, He went home justified.
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6. Lastly, Sense of our unworthiness, it is a strong principle and furtherance of prayer: We are most barren and idle in prayer,
6. Lastly, Sense of our unworthiness, it is a strong principle and furtherance of prayer: We Are most barren and idle in prayer,
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when we are least sensible of our sins;
when we Are least sensible of our Sins;
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and we are more diligent to prayer, more spurred on, and are more zealously fervent and importunate when we are most sensible of our own vileness and unworthiness.
and we Are more diligent to prayer, more spurred on, and Are more zealously fervent and importunate when we Are most sensible of our own vileness and unworthiness.
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For indeed the true sense of our unworthiness, is a special part of our spiritual poverty,
For indeed the true sense of our unworthiness, is a special part of our spiritual poverty,
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and poverty of spirit breeds the strongest desires, even hungring and thirsting after righteousness, and both of them have promises of a most full and exceeding great reward,
and poverty of Spirit breeds the Strongest Desires, even hungering and thirsting After righteousness, and both of them have promises of a most full and exceeding great reward,
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as you may see in Mat. 5. 3, 6. And thus briefly for the Explication and Comfirmation of the Doctrine.
as you may see in Mathew 5. 3, 6. And thus briefly for the Explication and Confirmation of the Doctrine.
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Now I proceed to the useful Application of it:
Now I proceed to the useful Application of it:
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The Uses which I will make of this point shall be. 1. To try our selves whether we be sensible of our unworthiness in our Addresses unto God. 2. Then to encourage our hearts, notwithstanding our unworthiness to draw near to the Throne of Grace. 1. For Examination. Are we sensible of our unworthiness in our approaches unto God? that we deserve nothing at all? that we come not to buy,
The Uses which I will make of this point shall be. 1. To try our selves whither we be sensible of our unworthiness in our Addresses unto God. 2. Then to encourage our hearts, notwithstanding our unworthiness to draw near to the Throne of Grace. 1. For Examination. are we sensible of our unworthiness in our Approaches unto God? that we deserve nothing At all? that we come not to buy,
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but to beg? not to deserve, but to receive? There be many reasons why I put you upon this search.
but to beg? not to deserve, but to receive? There be many Reasons why I put you upon this search.
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1. Because many pervert this Doctrine of personal unworthiness: they utterly mistake it; they do profess that nothing that is in them can deserve any thing with God,
1. Because many pervert this Doctrine of personal unworthiness: they utterly mistake it; they do profess that nothing that is in them can deserve any thing with God,
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and therefore trample upon all holiness of heart, and godliness of life, as if there were no use of Grace but to merit;
and Therefore trample upon all holiness of heart, and godliness of life, as if there were no use of Grace but to merit;
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or Gold were of no use but in a Crown.
or Gold were of no use but in a Crown.
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But these are a loathsome people, who would link great mercies and a wicked life together:
But these Are a loathsome people, who would link great Mercies and a wicked life together:
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To be sensible of our unworthiness is not to rest in an evil condition, nor is it to run on in an evil conversation,
To be sensible of our unworthiness is not to rest in an evil condition, nor is it to run on in an evil Conversation,
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nor is it to slight holy duties for thy performances, nor is it to disregard habitual or actual Grace:
nor is it to slight holy duties for thy performances, nor is it to disregard habitual or actual Grace:
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this argues an unsensible and seared conscience:
this argues an unsensible and seared conscience:
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But this it is, to strive against sin, to strive after all holiness, to be careful and watchful to pious performances,
But this it is, to strive against since, to strive After all holiness, to be careful and watchful to pious performances,
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yet with all, and after all, to cast those Crowns to the ground, not in their names,
yet with all, and After all, to cast those Crowns to the ground, not in their names,
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but in the name of Christ, and free mercy to expect answer and help.
but in the name of christ, and free mercy to expect answer and help.
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Though imperfect holiness in the habits or acts cannot justifie men, yet they may glorifie God;
Though imperfect holiness in the habits or acts cannot justify men, yet they may Glorify God;
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and though they put not dignity into the hand, yet they put a capacity into the hand;
and though they put not dignity into the hand, yet they put a capacity into the hand;
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a fitness to receive, though not a worthiness to claim. 2. Because many tender Christians are not yet rightly sensible of their unworthiness;
a fitness to receive, though not a worthiness to claim. 2. Because many tender Christians Are not yet rightly sensible of their unworthiness;
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they are very apt to insist and adhear unto themselvs. Two things do evidently shew, that,
they Are very apt to insist and adhear unto themselves. Two things do evidently show, that,
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like Jacob 's Sons, who went down with money in their Sacks, and would not go without Benjamin;
like Jacob is Sons, who went down with money in their Sacks, and would not go without Benjamin;
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so these Christians would bring something to buy out their requests with God;
so these Christians would bring something to buy out their requests with God;
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One is this, that all the promises of free Grace and mercy do not satisfie them, though God hath said he will love freely,
One is this, that all the promises of free Grace and mercy do not satisfy them, though God hath said he will love freely,
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and pardon sin for his own sake, yet they are not contented to accept, to receive;
and pardon since for his own sake, yet they Are not contented to accept, to receive;
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they are most hardly perswaded that the Sun will shine so freely, that God will accept such a vile sinner upon such easie terms,
they Are most hardly persuaded that the Sun will shine so freely, that God will accept such a vile sinner upon such easy terms,
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and without any more adoe pass by all transgressions.
and without any more ado pass by all transgressions.
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Another is, that they are frequent in digging after reasons and causes of good in themselves;
another is, that they Are frequent in digging After Reasons and Causes of good in themselves;
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If they could bring Hearts more broken, Graces more strong, Affections more melting, Conversations less tainted;
If they could bring Hearts more broken, Graces more strong, Affections more melting, Conversations less tainted;
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then they could be perswaded that God would hear and grant them the mercy or good which they do desire:
then they could be persuaded that God would hear and grant them the mercy or good which they do desire:
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I confess that we must strive after perfection in all Grace; enlarged desires, an humble complaint, a fervent endeavour in the use of all sacred means;
I confess that we must strive After perfection in all Grace; enlarged Desires, an humble complaint, a fervent endeavour in the use of all sacred means;
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all of these are commendable practices, yet herein we fail, and exceedingly to, if we pluck back the hand from receiving, because we are not full;
all of these Are commendable practices, yet herein we fail, and exceedingly too, if we pluck back the hand from receiving, Because we Are not full;
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that we will not suck the brests, because we are empty;
that we will not suck the breasts, Because we Are empty;
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that we would find any causes of good in our selves, who at our best are unprofitable and unworthy.
that we would find any Causes of good in our selves, who At our best Are unprofitable and unworthy.
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3. Because it is a very dangerous thing to stand upon our personal worthiness, when we approach unto the Lord;
3. Because it is a very dangerous thing to stand upon our personal worthiness, when we approach unto the Lord;
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For, Now we come without Christ, we do sacrifice alone, we take the Office of our high Priest out of his hands;
For, Now we come without christ, we do sacrifice alone, we take the Office of our high Priest out of his hands;
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Nay, we frustrate the worthiness of Christ, for we cannot joyn our worthiness and his together;
Nay, we frustrate the worthiness of christ, for we cannot join our worthiness and his together;
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if we plead in our own names, we make void his:
if we plead in our own names, we make void his:
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As it is in the point of Justification, if we stand to our own righteousness, we make void the righteousness of Christ:
As it is in the point of Justification, if we stand to our own righteousness, we make void the righteousness of christ:
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So is it in the matter of supplication, if we stand to our own worthiness, and will be heard for our own sake, we exclude the merit of Christs intercession;
So is it in the matter of supplication, if we stand to our own worthiness, and will be herd for our own sake, we exclude the merit of Christ Intercession;
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we may as well be our own redeemers, as our own intercessours: We meet with pure justice;
we may as well be our own redeemer's, as our own intercessors: We meet with pure Justice;
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for if we stand upon personal dignity, then our qualities and actions must necessarily have equality to justice;
for if we stand upon personal dignity, then our qualities and actions must necessarily have equality to Justice;
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God must dispence to us according to our own deserts; when we stand upon our own worthiness, then God deals with us in justice;
God must dispense to us according to our own deserts; when we stand upon our own worthiness, then God deals with us in Justice;
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if we renounce it, then room is made for the mercy-seat.
if we renounce it, then room is made for the mercy-seat.
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Quest. But then you will demand, how may we know, that we are rightly sensible of our unworthiness, in our approaches unto God? Sol. I conjecture thus: Quest. But then you will demand, how may we know, that we Are rightly sensible of our unworthiness, in our Approaches unto God? Sol. I conjecture thus:
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1. If you are sensible of your own Unworthiness, when you pray unto the Lord, Then Jesus Christ will be your greatest plea;
1. If you Are sensible of your own Unworthiness, when you pray unto the Lord, Then jesus christ will be your greatest plea;
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you will begin to move in his Name, and you will urge and prosecute it in his Name, you will begin to move in his Name, and you will urge and prosecute it in his Name,
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and you will shut it up with an expectation in his Name:
and you will shut it up with an expectation in his Name:
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Thou wilt not say, I am now in an excellent soft temper, and for its sake shall I prevail;
Thou wilt not say, I am now in an excellent soft temper, and for its sake shall I prevail;
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and I have carried the day through now with more affections, and less distractions, therefore for this shall I prevail;
and I have carried the day through now with more affections, and less distractions, Therefore for this shall I prevail;
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As Leah said, I have born my husband this son, therefore my husband will love me.
As Leah said, I have born my husband this son, Therefore my husband will love me.
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But in all thy sacrifices and services, thou wilt fly unto a Mediator, and still plead his Title, his Worth, his Merit;
But in all thy Sacrifices and services, thou wilt fly unto a Mediator, and still plead his Title, his Worth, his Merit;
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Lord, help me to pray for Christ's sake; Lord, give me mercy and grace for Christ's sake;
Lord, help me to pray for Christ's sake; Lord, give me mercy and grace for Christ's sake;
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Lord, hear, accept, answer, do me good, for thy Christ's sake.
Lord, hear, accept, answer, do me good, for thy Christ's sake.
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2. Then the Covenant of Grace will put heart into you, and draw you on alone to your performances;
2. Then the Covenant of Grace will put heart into you, and draw you on alone to your performances;
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as the wind alone will stir the Mill, or the tide alone will drive the Boat:
as the wind alone will stir the Mill, or the tide alone will drive the Boat:
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I assure you, that if you be rightly sensible of your Unworthiness, you will look after a Mercy-Seat,
I assure you, that if you be rightly sensible of your Unworthiness, you will look After a Mercy-Seat,
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and after a Throne of Grace;
and After a Throne of Grace;
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you will be inquisitive, upon what terms Grants of Mercy and of Grace are issued out of the Court of Heaven.
you will be inquisitive, upon what terms Grants of Mercy and of Grace Are issued out of the Court of Heaven.
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Nor will it seem a small thing in thine eyes, that the Lord will do good to an unworthy sinner for his own sake,
Nor will it seem a small thing in thine eyes, that the Lord will do good to an unworthy sinner for his own sake,
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yea, that he hath affirmed as much, and obliged himself thereto in a firm Covenant.
yea, that he hath affirmed as much, and obliged himself thereto in a firm Covenant.
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This will breed in thee, Thankfulness; it will be, not onely a support to thy soul,
This will breed in thee, Thankfulness; it will be, not only a support to thy soul,
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but a joy to thy heart, thy case is yet hopefull; for, though thou be not worthy, yet God will do thee good readily and freely:
but a joy to thy heart, thy case is yet hopeful; for, though thou be not worthy, yet God will do thee good readily and freely:
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And Ʋsefulness; thou wilt be readily content to accept of mercy upon the terms of mercy:
And Ʋsefulness; thou wilt be readily content to accept of mercy upon the terms of mercy:
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A beggar ready to starve, will be glad to take an Alms, he will put out his hand to receive it, and thank you too.
A beggar ready to starve, will be glad to take an Alms, he will put out his hand to receive it, and thank you too.
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As the Servants of Benhadad catcht the word, Thy servant, &c. so will you the word of promise;
As the Servants of Benhadad catched the word, Thy servant, etc. so will you the word of promise;
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Respect, Lord, for thy Covenant sake.
Respect, Lord, for thy Covenant sake.
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At this door of free Grace, there you shall have the sinner sensible of his unworthiness, standing night and day expecting when the Scepter shall be held out:
At this door of free Grace, there you shall have the sinner sensible of his unworthiness, standing night and day expecting when the Sceptre shall be held out:
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Gods own arguments and motives of doing good (which are to be found onely in the Covenant of Grace) they are such as you will accept of with all your hearts, to plead with God.
God's own Arguments and motives of doing good (which Are to be found only in the Covenant of Grace) they Are such as you will accept of with all your hearts, to plead with God.
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The second Use is for Encouragement: That though we be sensible of our Unworthiness, either to approach unto God,
The second Use is for Encouragement: That though we be sensible of our Unworthiness, either to approach unto God,
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or to speak unto God, and much more to deserve any thing from God;
or to speak unto God, and much more to deserve any thing from God;
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yet not to be discouraged, but humbly and confidently to draw near to the Throne of Grace, expecting grace and mercy to help in time of need:
yet not to be discouraged, but humbly and confidently to draw near to the Throne of Grace, expecting grace and mercy to help in time of need:
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And to excite you thereto, consider. 1. It is not our merit, but our duty that we must look unto:
And to excite you thereto, Consider. 1. It is not our merit, but our duty that we must look unto:
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'Tis not thousands of Rams, or ten thousand Rivers of Oyl;
It's not thousands of Rams, or ten thousand rivers of Oil;
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it is not the Pearls of the Sea, or the Treasures of the Earth, or the Excellencies of Angels;
it is not the Pearls of the Sea, or the Treasures of the Earth, or the Excellencies of Angels;
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alas, God puts us not to that to deserve his mercies, to deserve his graces;
alas, God puts us not to that to deserve his Mercies, to deserve his graces;
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if so, what one sinner should ever receive mercy or grace? no flesh righteous can be justified in his sight;
if so, what one sinner should ever receive mercy or grace? no Flesh righteous can be justified in his sighed;
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and if he should mark what is amiss, who should stand before him. But the Lord puts us upon our duty, Ask, and you shall receive;
and if he should mark what is amiss, who should stand before him. But the Lord puts us upon our duty, Ask, and you shall receive;
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knock, and it shall be opened unto you. Ho, every one that thirsts, come, drink of the water of life freely. knock, and it shall be opened unto you. Ho, every one that thirsts, come, drink of the water of life freely.
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2. It is not our worthiness that we must plead, but Gods promise, when we pray unto him.
2. It is not our worthiness that we must plead, but God's promise, when we pray unto him.
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Remember the word upon which thou hast caused thy servant to hope, said David, Psal. 119. Remember thy Covenant with Abraham, Isaac,
remember the word upon which thou hast caused thy servant to hope, said David, Psalm 119. remember thy Covenant with Abraham, Isaac,
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and Jacob, said Moses, Exod. 32. Thou saidst that thou wouldst do me good, said Jacob, Gen. 32. Mercies come to thee, not for thy worthiness sake, but for his promise sake;and Jacob, said Moses, Exod 32. Thou Said that thou Wouldst do me good, said Jacob, Gen. 32. mercies come to thee, not for thy worthiness sake, but for his promise sake;
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not ex dignitate petentis, but ex dignatione donantis.
not ex dignitate petentis, but ex dignatione donantis.
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3. You can never be so worthy, but that Justice may take exceptions against you; nor yet so unworthy,
3. You can never be so worthy, but that justice may take exceptions against you; nor yet so unworthy,
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but mercy may fill your mouth with arguments.
but mercy may fill your Mouth with Arguments.
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Though I were righteous, yet would I not answer thee, but I would make supplication to my Judge, saith Job, chap. 9. 15. And, Though I am poor and needy,
Though I were righteous, yet would I not answer thee, but I would make supplication to my Judge, Says Job, chap. 9. 15. And, Though I am poor and needy,
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yet the Lord thinks upon me, said David, Psal. 40. 17. The proudest Pharisee may find enough to stop his mouth,yet the Lord thinks upon me, said David, Psalm 40. 17. The proudest Pharisee may find enough to stop his Mouth,
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and the humblest Publican may find enough to open it.
and the Humblest Publican may find enough to open it.
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No, not the most righteous can stand at the Bar of Justice, and yet the most dejected sinner may humbly plead at the Throne of Mercy;
No, not the most righteous can stand At the Bar of justice, and yet the most dejected sinner may humbly plead At the Throne of Mercy;
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there are Arguments enough in mercy, for any sinner to plead mercy. 4. You are not to pray in pride, but in faith;
there Are Arguments enough in mercy, for any sinner to plead mercy. 4. You Are not to pray in pride, but in faith;
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And then what is thy condition, that Faith cannot deliver up to God through Christ? Thou knowest that it is the office of Faith, not to present thy worthiness, but thy wants:
And then what is thy condition, that Faith cannot deliver up to God through christ? Thou Knowest that it is the office of Faith, not to present thy worthiness, but thy Wants:
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It looks on arguments for thee; not how good thou art, but how much good thou needest;
It looks on Arguments for thee; not how good thou art, but how much good thou Needest;
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not what thou canst deserve, but it looks on what God will bestow.
not what thou Canst deserve, but it looks on what God will bestow.
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Is it the many sins thou hast committed, which present an utter unworthiness to thy conscience? why Faith will teach thee to confess the debt,
Is it the many Sins thou hast committed, which present an utter unworthiness to thy conscience? why Faith will teach thee to confess the debt,
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and yet to crave for pardon.
and yet to crave for pardon.
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Is it the hardness or vileness of thy heart which makes thee afraid? Oh! the Lord is of purer eyes than to look on such a dead dog,
Is it the hardness or vileness of thy heart which makes thee afraid? Oh! the Lord is of Purer eyes than to look on such a dead dog,
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so vile a wretch as I: Why! Faith will teach thee, that though the Lord be lofty, and high are his habitations;
so vile a wretch as I: Why! Faith will teach thee, that though the Lord be lofty, and high Are his habitations;
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yet of all people he looks after the humble and contrite, and hath respect unto them,
yet of all people he looks After the humble and contrite, and hath respect unto them,
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and looks on such through the bloud of the Covenant; and that he will give Grace as readily as he will give Mercy;
and looks on such through the blood of the Covenant; and that he will give Grace as readily as he will give Mercy;
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and as freely bestow on thee a new heart, as a gracious pardon. 5. God onely must have the glory to be the Giver of Good:
and as freely bestow on thee a new heart, as a gracious pardon. 5. God only must have the glory to be the Giver of Good:
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and therefore be not thou discouraged, if thou be admitted onely to be the receiver of good.
and Therefore be not thou discouraged, if thou be admitted only to be the receiver of good.
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To be King, no way befits the Subject; the King honours the Subject highly, if he make him the Kings Receiver.
To be King, no Way befits the Subject; the King honours the Subject highly, if he make him the Kings Receiver.
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O Christian, let it suffice thee, let God alone find gifts to bestow, do thou study more for hands to receive them:
O Christian, let it suffice thee, let God alone find Gifts to bestow, do thou study more for hands to receive them:
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if ever thou wouldst have mercy, get such an humble and believing heart, as to be willing to receive any mercy, upon any of Gods terms.
if ever thou Wouldst have mercy, get such an humble and believing heart, as to be willing to receive any mercy, upon any of God's terms.
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LUKE 15. 20. And he arose and came to his Father:
LUKE 15. 20. And he arose and Come to his Father:
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But when he was yet a great way off, his Father saw him, and had compassion,
But when he was yet a great Way off, his Father saw him, and had compassion,
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and ran and fell on his neck, and kissed him. These words contain in them two parts.
and ran and fell on his neck, and kissed him. These words contain in them two parts.
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1. The very Life of true Repentance: Which consists not in a bare Resolution, but in an active and real Execution:
1. The very Life of true Repentance: Which consists not in a bore Resolution, but in an active and real Execution:
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I will arise, said the Prodigal, and here he did arise; I will go to my Father, and here did come unto his Father;I will arise, said the Prodigal, and Here he did arise; I will go to my Father, and Here did come unto his Father;
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[ He arose and came unto his Father. ] 2. The gracious Acceptance of a real Penitent. [ He arose and Come unto his Father. ] 2. The gracious Acceptance of a real Penitent.
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The Graciousness of it appears, 1. In the present observation of him; (when he was yet a great way off, his Father saw him:) the very intentions, much more the present actings of repentance, are quickly eyed and observed by a mercifull God. 2. In a present affection to him; (and had compassion:) the bowels of mercy will stir, when the heart of a sinner is penitentially touched. 3. In a present Application: His Father saw him, and his Father pitied him;
The Graciousness of it appears, 1. In the present observation of him; (when he was yet a great Way off, his Father saw him:) the very intentions, much more the present actings of Repentance, Are quickly eyed and observed by a merciful God. 2. In a present affection to him; (and had compassion:) the bowels of mercy will stir, when the heart of a sinner is penitentially touched. 3. In a present Application: His Father saw him, and his Father pitied him;
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but this is not all, [ His Father also ran, and fell on his neck, and kissed him.
but this is not all, [ His Father also ran, and fell on his neck, and kissed him.
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] Mercy runs, and Mercy embraceth, and Mercy cheareth the penitent sinner. The first part affordeth us this Proposition, viz. ] Mercy runs, and Mercy Embraceth, and Mercy Cheereth the penitent sinner. The First part affords us this Proposition, viz.
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That penitent intentions and resolutions should be accompanied with present executions and performances. The Text properly yields this; That penitent intentions and resolutions should be accompanied with present executions and performances. The Text properly yields this;
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for the words of it are but the lively and written copy of the Prodigals private and conceived purpose, to leave his sinfull courses,
for the words of it Are but the lively and written copy of the Prodigals private and conceived purpose, to leave his sinful courses,
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and to come back to the obedience and service of his Father.
and to come back to the Obedience and service of his Father.
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It is observed of Hezekiah, 2 Chron. 29. 3. That he opened the doors of the house of the Lord in the first year,
It is observed of Hezekiah, 2 Chronicles 29. 3. That he opened the doors of the house of the Lord in the First year,
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and in the first moneth of his reign, and repaired them. The publick Reformation was the principal work, and it was the prime work too.and in the First Monn of his Reign, and repaired them. The public Reformation was the principal work, and it was the prime work too.
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So must it be with a true Penitent;
So must it be with a true Penitent;
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as soon as God sets up a Throne of Grace in him, presently to act that Grace, in purging out of sin,
as soon as God sets up a Throne of Grace in him, presently to act that Grace, in purging out of since,
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and walking in the paths of righteousness.
and walking in the paths of righteousness.
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We read this in Josiah, as soon as ever he heard the threatnings of God out of the Law, his heart melted, and humbled it self, 2 Chron. 34. 19, 27. and instantly he gathered all the Elders of Judah and Jerusalem, v. 29. and made a Covenant, v. 31. and they took away all the abominations out of all the Countreys,
We read this in Josiah, as soon as ever he herd the threatenings of God out of the Law, his heart melted, and humbled it self, 2 Chronicles 34. 19, 27. and instantly he gathered all the Elders of Judah and Jerusalem, v. 29. and made a Covenant, v. 31. and they took away all the abominations out of all the Countries',
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and turned back to serve the Lord their God, v. 33. This you see in Practise;and turned back to serve the Lord their God, v. 33. This you see in practice;
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you may see the same likewise in Precept, Joel 2. 12. Therefore, now turn unto me with all your heart,
you may see the same likewise in Precept, Joel 2. 12. Therefore, now turn unto me with all your heart,
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and with fasting, and with weeping, and with mourning. The Duty is charged upon them for fu•ness in all the parts of Repentance;and with fasting, and with weeping, and with mourning. The Duty is charged upon them for fu•ness in all the parts of Repentance;
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and for quickness, Now, turn, &c. For the better opening of this Assertion, premise with me a few particulars.
and for quickness, Now, turn, etc. For the better opening of this Assertion, premise with me a few particulars.
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1. That the execution of a penitential resolution, is nothing else but an acting course, or the very practise of Repentance.
1. That the execution of a penitential resolution, is nothing Else but an acting course, or the very practice of Repentance.
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When not onely the Judgement approves of the parts and rules of Repentance, and the Will embraceth them with consent and desire,
When not only the Judgement approves of the parts and rules of Repentance, and the Will Embraceth them with consent and desire,
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but the Endeavour also doth, as it were, copy them forth in the Conversation. I exercise my self to have a good conscience, said the Apostle:
but the Endeavour also does, as it were, copy them forth in the Conversation. I exercise my self to have a good conscience, said the Apostle:
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So when the sinner doth exercise Repentance, when he doth hate sin indeed, and flies from it, and forsakes it indeed;
So when the sinner does exercise Repentance, when he does hate since indeed, and flies from it, and forsakes it indeed;
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and when he doth indeed walk in the ways of new obedience, becomes a very servant of righteousness,
and when he does indeed walk in the ways of new Obedience, becomes a very servant of righteousness,
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and works the work of God, this is the execution, or the performance of a penitential purpose and resolution.
and works the work of God, this is the execution, or the performance of a penitential purpose and resolution.
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As walking is to a journey, or as writing is to a copy, or as fighting is to a war, that is penitential execution to penitential resolution.
As walking is to a journey, or as writing is to a copy, or as fighting is to a war, that is penitential execution to penitential resolution.
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It is but the Theory (as it were) drawn down and put forth; It is as the tree shooting out into blossoms and fruits:
It is but the Theory (as it were) drawn down and put forth; It is as the tree shooting out into blossoms and fruits:
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It is repentance in life, which is the life of repentance.
It is Repentance in life, which is the life of Repentance.
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2. That presentness of Execution is an undelayed acting. Our actions fall vvithin three spaces of time;
2. That presentness of Execution is an undelayed acting. Our actions fallen within three spaces of time;
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either of the vvhich is past (as vvhat vve have done;) or of that vvhich is future (as that vvhich shall be done;) or of that vvhich is present (as that vvhich is doing.) Look as true Marriage, it is not a future, but a present acceptation:
either of the which is past (as what we have done;) or of that which is future (as that which shall be done;) or of that which is present (as that which is doing.) Look as true Marriage, it is not a future, but a present acceptation:
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So true Repentance is not a delayed, but a present reformation.
So true Repentance is not a delayed, but a present Reformation.
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Or as in Writing, the motion of the Pen and the forming of the Letter are simultaneous:
Or as in Writing, the motion of the Pen and the forming of the letter Are simultaneous:
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Or as in a Clock, the vvheel doth move and the finger doth move: So in the business of Repentance;
Or as in a Clock, the wheel does move and the finger does move: So in the business of Repentance;
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the purpose of amendment, should at the same time drop out into the change of heart and vvays.
the purpose of amendment, should At the same time drop out into the change of heart and ways.
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To have repentance onely in our purposes, is onely to have water in a cloud, or physick in a glass, it is not yet to do it.
To have Repentance only in our Purposes, is only to have water in a cloud, or physic in a glass, it is not yet to do it.
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Resolutions may be for the future, but Executions are for the present act; an hearing while it is to day, and not hardning of the heart.
Resolutions may be for the future, but Executions Are for the present act; an hearing while it is to day, and not hardening of the heart.
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As St. Paul, being called, vvent immediately up to Jerusalem; so present execution of repentance is,
As Saint Paul, being called, went immediately up to Jerusalem; so present execution of Repentance is,
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vvhen we do not defer the penitential work;
when we do not defer the penitential work;
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a not allowing of our selves in giving vvay to our sins, no, not an hour,
a not allowing of our selves in giving Way to our Sins, no, not an hour,
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as the Apostle spake in another case. 3. That there is a two-fold present execution of penitential purposes:
as the Apostle spoke in Another case. 3. That there is a twofold present execution of penitential Purposes:
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One is immediate; or vvhen the purpose and the acting (vvithout distance of time) succeed one the other, there being no predominant impediment to the instantaneous execution of that penitential purpose.
One is immediate; or when the purpose and the acting (without distance of time) succeed one the other, there being no predominant impediment to the instantaneous execution of that penitential purpose.
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Another is seasonable; vvhere, though twixt the purpose and the acting there may be some distance of time,
another is seasonable; where, though betwixt the purpose and the acting there may be Some distance of time,
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yet the apprehension of the next occasion may truly make the execution or practise to be present.
yet the apprehension of the next occasion may truly make the execution or practice to be present.
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As in the case of penitential restitution, it may so fall out, either through the inability of the estate,
As in the case of penitential restitution, it may so fallen out, either through the inability of the estate,
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or the subjection of the person, that he cannot immediately restore;
or the subjection of the person, that he cannot immediately restore;
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yet because the penitent person in such a case layes hold on the next opportunity and occasion, his resolution may be said to be acted presently, (i.) upon the next present time when God enables h•m to act his purpose of restoring:
yet Because the penitent person in such a case lays hold on the next opportunity and occasion, his resolution may be said to be acted presently, (i.) upon the next present time when God enables h•m to act his purpose of restoring:
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So that penitential Resolution produceth present Execution; either for immediateness, as in most cases; or for seasonableness, as in some cases.
So that penitential Resolution Produceth present Execution; either for immediateness, as in most cases; or for seasonableness, as in Some cases.
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4. That there is again a double penitential Execution of penitential Resolution:
4. That there is again a double penitential Execution of penitential Resolution:
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One consists in endeavour and application; when the person, without delays, addresseth or applieth himself to the ways by which sins may be subdued and forsaken:
One consists in endeavour and application; when the person, without delays, Addresseth or Applieth himself to the ways by which Sins may be subdued and forsaken:
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Another consists in victory and assecution, wherein the Penitent doth in some more eminent degree lead captivity captive.
another consists in victory and assecution, wherein the Penitent does in Some more eminent degree led captivity captive.
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That penitential Execution whereof I speak, properly and naturally consists in the former. though it must aim and strive after the latter also;
That penitential Execution whereof I speak, properly and naturally consists in the former. though it must aim and strive After the latter also;
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(i.) when a person doth indeed resolve to leave his sins, and to serve the Lord in newness of life;(i.) when a person does indeed resolve to leave his Sins, and to serve the Lord in newness of life;
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this Resolution doth actively excite him to be much in Prayer unto the Lord, and diligently to hearken to,
this Resolution does actively excite him to be much in Prayer unto the Lord, and diligently to harken to,
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and observe his Word, and to decline the occasions which may give strength to his corruptions:
and observe his Word, and to decline the occasions which may give strength to his corruptions:
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It causeth him to resist evil motions, and to bewail them;
It Causes him to resist evil motions, and to bewail them;
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it sets him upon all sorts of Duties and Ordinances, so that the person is now really working against sin, and throughly working for God;
it sets him upon all sorts of Duties and Ordinances, so that the person is now really working against since, and thoroughly working for God;
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he is in the ways of God, and according to the measure of grace received, working the works of God.
he is in the ways of God, and according to the measure of grace received, working the works of God.
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But why should penitential Intentions be accompanied with present Executions or performances?
But why should penitential Intentions be accompanied with present Executions or performances?
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Sol. Reasons for it are many. 1. That God who commands us to repent, commands us presently to repent. Sol. Reasons for it Are many. 1. That God who commands us to Repent, commands us presently to Repent.
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The Time is under Precept, as well as the Work.
The Time is under Precept, as well as the Work.
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Some Precepts bind us semper, but not ad semper; other Precepts bind us semper & ad semper too:
some Precepts bind us semper, but not ad semper; other Precepts bind us semper & ad semper too:
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When the Lord commands any man to repent, this is a Duty which concerns the whole course of his life;
When the Lord commands any man to Repent, this is a Duty which concerns the Whole course of his life;
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it takes hold of him as soon as ever he lives, and is become a sinner;
it Takes hold of him as soon as ever he lives, and is become a sinner;
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and concerns him, not onely in his latter days, but all his days. 2. It is very dangerous to defer our penitential Executions or actings:
and concerns him, not only in his latter days, but all his days. 2. It is very dangerous to defer our penitential Executions or actings:
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Whether we consider, 1. The Resolutions themselves; they are but accidental, and not natural things;
Whither we Consider, 1. The Resolutions themselves; they Are but accidental, and not natural things;
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not such qualities (or rather motions) which arise from an in-bred principle, but are forensical to our natures,
not such qualities (or rather motions) which arise from an inbred principle, but Are forensical to our nature's,
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and being not presently cherished by acting, like little sparks of fire, may easily vanish, languish, and extinguish.
and being not presently cherished by acting, like little sparks of fire, may Easily vanish, languish, and extinguish.
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We read of the Israelites, that they were an unstedfast people in Covenant, and like a deceitfull Bow. Naked Resolutions will never ripen and abide;
We read of the Israelites, that they were an unsteadfast people in Covenant, and like a deceitful Bow. Naked Resolutions will never ripen and abide;
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if you will not go beyond your Resolutions, you will quickly fall from your Resolutions. 2. Our own hearts, ah! how deceitfull are they! how full of rebellion! how averse to all good!
if you will not go beyond your Resolutions, you will quickly fallen from your Resolutions. 2. Our own hearts, ah! how deceitful Are they! how full of rebellion! how averse to all good!
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Like the cold hearth to a little fire; how cunning to keep up Sin in the Throne!
Like the cold hearth to a little fire; how cunning to keep up since in the Throne!
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how willing to break asunder all the bands of Obedience! with much adoe resolving, with little adoe dissolving those resolves again.
how willing to break asunder all the bans of obedience! with much ado resolving, with little ado dissolving those resolves again.
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Volebam (saith St. Austin) & nolebam; I would, and yet I would not; one while I would, and by and by I wouldnot.Volebam (Says Saint Austin) & nolebam; I would, and yet I would not; one while I would, and by and by I wouldnot.
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It is the Genius of cur sinfull hearts, to apprehend the present time for sin, and to crave the future time for repentance:
It is the Genius of cur sinful hearts, to apprehend the present time for since, and to crave the future time for Repentance:
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Our worst work we would do instantly, our best work we would do negligently:
Our worst work we would do instantly, our best work we would do negligently:
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Good motions are like a Bird falling into our hands, which if we presently catch not, she instantly flees away.
Good motions Are like a Bird falling into our hands, which if we presently catch not, she instantly flees away.
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Gracious purposes in our hearts, are like warmth in the water; the impression requires some degrees, and some blowing; but the recession is easie;
Gracious Purposes in our hearts, Are like warmth in the water; the impression requires Some Degrees, and Some blowing; but the recession is easy;
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the natural coldness in the water will instantly rise up and expel that heat:
the natural coldness in the water will instantly rise up and expel that heat:
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if you be not watchfull, &c. 3. Extinguishing occasions. Repentance, in all the parts of it, hath many enemies and hinderances, some within us, some without us:
if you be not watchful, etc. 3. Extinguishing occasions. Repentance, in all the parts of it, hath many enemies and hindrances, Some within us, Some without us:
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the Resolutions are weak, but the Occasions are strong.
the Resolutions Are weak, but the Occasions Are strong.
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Let the ship alone, and if the Pilot hath onely a resolution to sail with, the next tide,
Let the ship alone, and if the Pilot hath only a resolution to sail with, the next tide,
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or the next wind may carry the ship away.
or the next wind may carry the ship away.
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How ordinary is the experience, That the strength of occasions have beaten back, and put to flight many and many a resolution? like a cross wind, which hath carried back the ship unto the very harbour whence it came forth.
How ordinary is the experience, That the strength of occasions have beaten back, and put to flight many and many a resolution? like a cross wind, which hath carried back the ship unto the very harbour whence it Come forth.
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Meer resolutions are but unarmed Souldiers, or as unwalled Cities.
Mere resolutions Are but unarmed Soldiers, or as unwalled Cities.
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You shall find much of this truth, That meet resolutions are too weak for proper and sudden occasions. 4. Or the assistance of Grace To resolve,
You shall find much of this truth, That meet resolutions Are too weak for proper and sudden occasions. 4. Or the assistance of Grace To resolve,
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and not to act, is one way whereby we quench the Spirit. The Spirit, you know, may be quenched many ways:
and not to act, is one Way whereby we quench the Spirit. The Spirit, you know, may be quenched many ways:
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Positively, as when we will walk in paths expresly contrary to his motions; this is to throw water upon the fire:Positively, as when we will walk in paths expressly contrary to his motions; this is to throw water upon the fire:
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Negatively, when we do not follow nor cherish his motions;Negatively, when we do not follow nor cherish his motions;
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as you quench the fire, if you do not stir it, or blow it, or add more unto it.
as you quench the fire, if you do not stir it, or blow it, or add more unto it.
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So when the Spirit of God shall deal thus far with us, as to convince us that our course is evil,
So when the Spirit of God shall deal thus Far with us, as to convince us that our course is evil,
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and yet further, to excite a purpose in our hearts to desist;
and yet further, to excite a purpose in our hearts to desist;
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but then we let the work lie still, we do not st against that evil way, this may cause the Spirit of God to withdraw, to desert the sinner who doth desert his counsel;
but then we let the work lie still, we do not Saint against that evil Way, this may cause the Spirit of God to withdraw, to desert the sinner who does desert his counsel;
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who will be a Counsell our to him, who will walk in no counsel but his own.
who will be a Counsel our to him, who will walk in no counsel but his own.
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3. Penitential Executions, if present, will be more easie, and more comfortable. 1. They will be more easie.
3. Penitential Executions, if present, will be more easy, and more comfortable. 1. They will be more easy.
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St. Austin had almost wasted his spirits with resolutions and conflicts;
Saint Austin had almost wasted his spirits with resolutions and conflicts;
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Quamdiu, cras, cras, &c. and he thought it many times impossible for him ever to be rid of such an inmate as sin:Quamdiu, cras, cras, etc. and he Thought it many times impossible for him ever to be rid of such an inmate as since:
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But when his resolution brake out into practise, then Facile & suave, the work grew easie and sweet.
But when his resolution brake out into practice, then Facile & suave, the work grew easy and sweet.
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When we come to the acting part, then the Lord will exert and put forth his power in our weakness:
When we come to the acting part, then the Lord will exert and put forth his power in our weakness:
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the acting and doing Christian partakes of most assistance.
the acting and doing Christian partakes of most assistance.
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Do we not find it thus in Prayer, and in many other Duties, which perhaps we look upon with much fear and suspition? But when we are acting of them,
Do we not find it thus in Prayer, and in many other Duties, which perhaps we look upon with much Fear and suspicion? But when we Are acting of them,
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how singularly doth the Lord enlarge our thoughts and affections? Why! this holds in the very Duty of Repentance;
how singularly does the Lord enlarge our thoughts and affections? Why! this holds in the very Duty of Repentance;
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seta against thy sins in good earnest, set upon a holy course in good earnest, thou shalt expermentally find, that it was thy owne deceitfull heart which represented the work with more difficulty;
seta against thy Sins in good earnest, Set upon a holy course in good earnest, thou shalt expermentally find, that it was thy own deceitful heart which represented the work with more difficulty;
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but now having taken upon thee the yoke of Christ, thou shalt find it easie,
but now having taken upon thee the yoke of christ, thou shalt find it easy,
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and that God can as well work in thee to do, as to will. 2. They will be more comfortable. Meer purposes cannot spring up such comforts as actings;
and that God can as well work in thee to do, as to will. 2. They will be more comfortable. Mere Purposes cannot spring up such comforts as actings;
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nay, even weak actings yield a thousand times more comfort than strong resolutions:
nay, even weak actings yield a thousand times more Comfort than strong resolutions:
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All the sap in the root doth not make the flower to smell sweet, unless that sap comes to a blossome.
All the sap in the root does not make the flower to smell sweet, unless that sap comes to a blossom.
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We cannot say our resolutions are solid, if unactive.
We cannot say our resolutions Are solid, if unactive.
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If they do not alter the course, for ought as we know yet, they may be but false flashes, occasional impressions, not springing from renewing Grace, (which will break out into practise,) but from servile causes, which may be sufficient to stop a sinner,
If they do not altar the course, for ought as we know yet, they may be but false flashes, occasional impressions, not springing from renewing Grace, (which will break out into practice,) but from servile Causes, which may be sufficient to stop a sinner,
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and with Saul, to profess he will persecute David no more:
and with Saul, to profess he will persecute David no more:
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But when Execution attends Resolution, now the heart may be confident, that there is a renewing Principle implanted, which carries the soul from one degree to another;
But when Execution attends Resolution, now the heart may be confident, that there is a renewing Principle implanted, which carries the soul from one degree to Another;
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from convictions to resolutions, from resolutions to actions, from actions to courses with stedfastness and fruitfulness.
from convictions to resolutions, from resolutions to actions, from actions to courses with steadfastness and fruitfulness.
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4. The Soul gets no ground by meer Resolutions: It doth neither alter the inward frame, nor mend the outward life;
4. The Soul gets no ground by mere Resolutions: It does neither altar the inward frame, nor mend the outward life;
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that which is of no influence, is of no furtherance: if the resolution be on•y a resolution, it is but a dead thing.
that which is of no influence, is of no furtherance: if the resolution be on•y a resolution, it is but a dead thing.
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Now I come to the Application of all this to our selves: You have seen that penitent resolutions should fall into present executions;
Now I come to the Application of all this to our selves: You have seen that penitent resolutions should fallen into present executions;
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good purposes should be turned into quick practices The great enquiry will hence be, What do we? it is observed of some Nations, that they are too soon in the Field, good Purposes should be turned into quick practices The great enquiry will hence be, What do we? it is observed of Some nations, that they Are too soon in the Field,
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and of others, too long on the bench; too quick in action, and too long in consultation.
and of Others, too long on the bench; too quick in actium, and too long in consultation.
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I confess, that Repentance should begin •n deliberation, and it should descend to resolution; but there is more required to building then a preparation of wood and stone.
I confess, that Repentance should begin •n deliberation, and it should descend to resolution; but there is more required to building then a preparation of wood and stone.
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Thou hast resolved to leave such and such a sin (Oh! in thy last sickness, in thy last cross, in thy last distress of conscience;
Thou hast resolved to leave such and such a since (Oh! in thy last sickness, in thy last cross, in thy last distress of conscience;
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at the last Sermon, didst thou not resolve upon it, I will never serve such a lust more, I will walk more conscienciously before the Lord?) But what is done? shew me thy Repentance in the acting part,
At the last Sermon, didst thou not resolve upon it, I will never serve such a lust more, I will walk more conscientiously before the Lord?) But what is done? show me thy Repentance in the acting part,
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as well as in the contriving part;
as well as in the contriving part;
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thou art still held fast with the Cords of the same lusts, and art wallowing still in the same mire,
thou art still held fast with the Cords of the same Lustiest, and art wallowing still in the same mire,
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and art lingering yet, and hastes not to come out of thy sinful wayes. Zacheus made haste, and came down at once;
and art lingering yet, and hastes not to come out of thy sinful ways. Zacchaeus made haste, and Come down At once;
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do we do so? David thought on his wayes, and turned his feet unto Gods Testimonies; he made haste and delayed not to keep his Commandments;
do we do so? David Thought on his ways, and turned his feet unto God's Testimonies; he made haste and delayed not to keep his commandments;
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But may not the Lord say of us, as he did of the Israelites, How long will it be ere they believe me? so,
But may not the Lord say of us, as he did of the Israelites, How long will it be ere they believe me? so,
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how long will it be ere we turn indeed from our sins to God? 'Tis true, some resolutions there are working in us, oftentimes,
how long will it be ere we turn indeed from our Sins to God? It's true, Some resolutions there Are working in us, oftentimes,
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but like the goodness of Ephraim and Judah:
but like the Goodness of Ephraim and Judah:
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Oh, Ephraim what shall I do unto thee? Oh, Judah what shall I do unto thee? for your goodness is as a Morning Cloud, and as the early Dew it goeth away: O, Ephraim what shall I do unto thee? O, Judah what shall I do unto thee? for your Goodness is as a Morning Cloud, and as the early Due it Goes away:
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So is it with many of us, we purpose and profess, but we fall back to our sins still;
So is it with many of us, we purpose and profess, but we fallen back to our Sins still;
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what we were, that we are;
what we were, that we Are;
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The time is not yet come (said they) to build the house of God, Hag. 1. Our purposes are past,The time is not yet come (said they) to built the house of God, Hag. 1. Our Purposes Are past,
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but our executions are still, still to come:
but our executions Are still, still to come:
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Consider of a few things. 1. Why do you resolve at all, when yet you execute and act nothing at all.
Consider of a few things. 1. Why do you resolve At all, when yet you execute and act nothing At all.
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Resolutio est opus imperfectum & Ordinabile; doth not resolution tend to action? will God be mocked with meer purposes? or think you to charm and satisfie your consciences alwayes upon frequent sinnings, to multiply resolutions only? Alas ▪ if Repentance be not now done, it is not yet begun; Resolution est opus imperfectum & Ordinabile; does not resolution tend to actium? will God be mocked with mere Purposes? or think you to charm and satisfy your Consciences always upon frequent sinnings, to multiply resolutions only? Alas ▪ if Repentance be not now done, it is not yet begun;
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so much as thou dost, thou repent'st; if sin be yet to be left, as yet it is not left;
so much as thou dost, thou Repentest; if since be yet to be left, as yet it is not left;
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and then where art thou as yet, but in an impetitent condition? 2. Is not Repentance a great work? Why,
and then where art thou as yet, but in an impetitent condition? 2. Is not Repentance a great work? Why,
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then is it not thy present work? Thy Soul is embarked in that Vessel; eternity depends upon a moment: then is it not thy present work? Thy Soul is embarked in that Vessel; eternity depends upon a moment:
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That which must be done, why is it not quickly done? and if it be not presently done, we may be eternally undone;
That which must be done, why is it not quickly done? and if it be not presently done, we may be eternally undone;
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why do we defer the doing of that? the best work should have the best time and place. 3. Is not thy life a shortest breath? a thinnest vapour? a flying Post? a gleaning shadow? every moment we are dying;
why do we defer the doing of that? the best work should have the best time and place. 3. Is not thy life a Shortest breath? a thinnest vapour? a flying Post? a gleaning shadow? every moment we Are dying;
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eat and dye, sleep and dye:
eat and die, sleep and die:
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Should not our last work be our present work, when our last work may be our next work? 4. It cannot be less then presumption, to put off the practical part of Repentance: Either you must presume upon future life (which yet is a Cord that thou canst not lengthen;) or you must presume on future strength (which is a marrow still wasted by a lingring disease;) or you must presume on Divine Grace, which may be an hand justly withdrawn,
Should not our last work be our present work, when our last work may be our next work? 4. It cannot be less then presumption, to put off the practical part of Repentance: Either you must presume upon future life (which yet is a Cord that thou Canst not lengthen;) or you must presume on future strength (which is a marrow still wasted by a lingering disease;) or you must presume on Divine Grace, which may be an hand justly withdrawn,
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because it was a mercy unjustly referred and delayed. 5. You will but harden your hearts the more, and skill the way of hypocrisie the more;
Because it was a mercy unjustly referred and delayed. 5. You will but harden your hearts the more, and skill the Way of hypocrisy the more;
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for thus to untwist your Cords, wherewith you have so often bound your selves, makes you to venture,
for thus to untwist your Cords, wherewith you have so often bound your selves, makes you to venture,
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and venture yet a little further; yet once more, till a little and a little inflames your Souls to much evil,
and venture yet a little further; yet once more, till a little and a little inflames your Souls to much evil,
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and the custome of sinning wears out both the sense of sin, and resolutions against it. 6. Lastly, You do but aggravate your sins the more, by naked and empty resolutions against them; you do not hinder the course of it,
and the custom of sinning wears out both the sense of since, and resolutions against it. 6. Lastly, You do but aggravate your Sins the more, by naked and empty resolutions against them; you do not hinder the course of it,
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and you do intensively raise the gult of it; for sinning against resolution in a sinning against express light, and against a condemning light:
and you do intensively raise the gult of it; for sinning against resolution in a sinning against express Light, and against a condemning Light:
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A person who hath resolved to leave such a course, it is supposed that he not only knows it to be evil,
A person who hath resolved to leave such a course, it is supposed that he not only knows it to be evil,
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but likewise condemns it as evil: Now it is a great aggravation of sin to continue in it, with light revealing, and accusing, and cutting.
but likewise condemns it as evil: Now it is a great aggravation of since to continue in it, with Light revealing, and accusing, and cutting.
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Obj. But some may say, We hope, that though our Executions are not so full, yet they are real;Object But Some may say, We hope, that though our Executions Are not so full, yet they Are real;
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the quality is there, though• the equality be not; something we do, though not so much.
the quality is there, though• the equality be not; something we do, though not so much.
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Sol. To this I answer. 1. That it is most evident, that many persons do not by practise and execution answer their resolutions at all; Sol. To this I answer. 1. That it is most evident, that many Persons do not by practice and execution answer their resolutions At all;
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their resolution arise from such grounds as will not hold out to an execution and practice:
their resolution arise from such grounds as will not hold out to an execution and practice:
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If one should demand, what are become of the many sick-bed resolutions? of those that you made,
If one should demand, what Are become of the many sickbed resolutions? of those that you made,
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when the hand of God was upon you? you vowed much unto God (as he did in a storm, &c.) but as the King said of Mordecai, What hath been done to Mordecai for this? so what have you done to make good your resolutions? I believe your hearts are speechless, your consciences do condemn you, that health hath been the time of more sinning,
when the hand of God was upon you? you vowed much unto God (as he did in a storm, etc.) but as the King said of Mordecai, What hath been done to Mordecai for this? so what have you done to make good your resolutions? I believe your hearts Are speechless, your Consciences do condemn you, that health hath been the time of more sinning,
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though sickness was the time of more resolving.
though sickness was the time of more resolving.
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The same may be said for others, whose consciences have been more actively and fiercely stirring;
The same may be said for Others, whose Consciences have been more actively and fiercely stirring;
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Oh! if the Lord would abate that wrath, and cool that inflamed spirit, &c. yet what are the fruits of many such resolutions.
Oh! if the Lord would abate that wrath, and cool that inflamed Spirit, etc. yet what Are the fruits of many such resolutions.
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As the Divel said of Job, But now stretch forth thy hand, and he will curse thee of thy face;
As the devil said of Job, But now stretch forth thy hand, and he will curse thee of thy face;
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so here on the contrary, as soon as the Lord takes off his hand, these are as ready to continue and proceed on in their sins,
so Here on the contrary, as soon as the Lord Takes off his hand, these Are as ready to continue and proceed on in their Sins,
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as the Israelites were, when they were delivered out of the Land of Egypt, from the fiery furnace: Yea, and of others;
as the Israelites were, when they were Delivered out of the Land of Egypt, from the fiery furnace: Yea, and of Others;
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is it not manifest that they are fare enough from present executions, when they voluntarily defer the acting part of Repentance to old age? Hereafter is time enough, &c. 2. Others perhaps do act and execute presently, yet they are exceedingly out:
is it not manifest that they Are fare enough from present executions, when they voluntarily defer the acting part of Repentance to old age? Hereafter is time enough, etc. 2. Others perhaps do act and execute presently, yet they Are exceedingly out:
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For 1. Though it be presently, yet it is partially; they act resolutions, as Saul did his Sword, upon the meanest and poorest, not upon the greatest;
For 1. Though it be presently, yet it is partially; they act resolutions, as Saul did his Sword, upon the Meanest and Poorest, not upon the greatest;
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they do not answer their resolutions to the full.
they do not answer their resolutions to the full.
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Deal kindly with the young man for my sake (said David) So when many persons come to execute their Resolutions against sin, they fail, they falter, they do not execute Agag; some pleasant corruption (which will mar all) finds favour. 2. Though it be presently, yet it is but presently; the present execution of the purpose is but a present, a transient execution,Deal kindly with the young man for my sake (said David) So when many Persons come to execute their Resolutions against since, they fail, they falter, they do not execute Agag; Some pleasant corruption (which will mar all) finds favour. 2. Though it be presently, yet it is but presently; the present execution of the purpose is but a present, a Transient execution,
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an hanging down the head for a day or for a week;
an hanging down the head for a day or for a Week;
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a busie and earnest reformation for a while, but this Assize (like ours here) is but for a few dayes, it breathes away;
a busy and earnest Reformation for a while, but this Assize (like ours Here) is but for a few days, it breathes away;
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the heart turns again to sin, and the next convenient occasion is too prevalent, it carries away the Soul.
the heart turns again to since, and the next convenient occasion is too prevalent, it carries away the Soul.
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2. But to draw nearer to our selves; however we have been defective to answer our manifold resolutions by present executions and practices;
2. But to draw nearer to our selves; however we have been defective to answer our manifold resolutions by present executions and practices;
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yet now let us for the time to come, as he said of words, so I of purposes, vertere proposita in Opera; Not be like Clouds, seeming to be full of Water, but to pour down:
yet now let us for the time to come, as he said of words, so I of Purposes, vertere proposita in Opera; Not be like Clouds, seeming to be full of Water, but to pour down:
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Let us act the parts of Penitents, as the Prophet said to the hovering Israelites, if God be God, serve him;
Let us act the parts of Penitents, as the Prophet said to the hovering Israelites, if God be God, serve him;
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so here, if Repentance be a necessary duty to be performed, let us then act it, act it presently.
so Here, if Repentance be a necessary duty to be performed, let us then act it, act it presently.
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For this, I will only propound two things. 1. The Motives. 2. The Means for a present Execution. 1. The Motives.
For this, I will only propound two things. 1. The Motives. 2. The Means for a present Execution. 1. The Motives.
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1. A present Execution is the truest part of Repentance: At the best, you are but in a preparation, in a meer disposition towards Repentance, until you act it;
1. A present Execution is the Truest part of Repentance: At the best, you Are but in a preparation, in a mere disposition towards Repentance, until you act it;
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it is not so much what you would be, as what you are;
it is not so much what you would be, as what you Are;
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what you intend, as what you practise, that will give the most real testimony of your Repentance. 2. A present execution, it is the safest part of repentance:
what you intend, as what you practise, that will give the most real testimony of your Repentance. 2. A present execution, it is the Safest part of Repentance:
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Of the two, he is in the more sure condition, who resolves to leave a wicked life, and doth indeed forsake it;
Of the two, he is in the more sure condition, who resolves to leave a wicked life, and does indeed forsake it;
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and resolves to lead a holy life, and doth indeed enterprize it; than he who resolves on both, but practiseth neither.
and resolves to led a holy life, and does indeed enterprise it; than he who resolves on both, but Practiseth neither.
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The doer of good is a thousand times more sure then the resolver: something in some cases may be said to stay a person from his resolutions;
The doer of good is a thousand times more sure then the resolver: something in Some cases may be said to stay a person from his resolutions;
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yet if nothing comes of the resolutions, I assure you the scales will hang trembling:
yet if nothing comes of the resolutions, I assure you the scales will hang trembling:
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but action doth more fully determine the estate, and the Scripture is more clear for the spiritual estate,
but actium does more Fully determine the estate, and the Scripture is more clear for the spiritual estate,
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as it lies in practise, then as it lies in purpose. 3. A present execution, it is the comfortablest part;
as it lies in practice, then as it lies in purpose. 3. A present execution, it is the comfortablest part;
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While repentance lies only in resolution, it is but as a Tree in the Winter, perhaps well rooted, but it lives dry;
While Repentance lies only in resolution, it is but as a Tree in the Winter, perhaps well rooted, but it lives dry;
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but when repentance breaks out into action, it is as a Tree in the Spring, well rooted, well flowered, and well smelling too.
but when Repentance breaks out into actium, it is as a Tree in the Spring, well rooted, well flowered, and well smelling too.
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There is more comfort to do, then to intend to do;
There is more Comfort to do, then to intend to do;
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indeed to cease a sinful course, and indeed to walk an holy life, this opens all the comforts of of the promises, draws down the favour of God, assures us more of interest in Christ, excuseth more in the conscience, reviveth more in all occurrences. 4. A present execution, it is the wisest part;
indeed to cease a sinful course, and indeed to walk an holy life, this Opens all the comforts of of the promises, draws down the favour of God, assures us more of Interest in christ, excuseth more in the conscience, revives more in all occurrences. 4. A present execution, it is the Wisest part;
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we cannot say what we shall do to morrow, when we cannot assure our selves, what,
we cannot say what we shall do to morrow, when we cannot assure our selves, what,
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and where we shall be to morrow:
and where we shall be to morrow:
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He is wisest for Divine Glory, and for his own happiness, who acts an immediate duty of salvation, upon present terms.
He is Wisest for Divine Glory, and for his own happiness, who acts an immediate duty of salvation, upon present terms.
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There are four things which declare wisdome; One to sow in season; Another, to sail in season;
There Are four things which declare Wisdom; One to sow in season; another, to sail in season;
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A third, to accept and receive the Word of Grace in season; A fourth to act repentance in season, even now while it is called to day.
A third, to accept and receive the Word of Grace in season; A fourth to act Repentance in season, even now while it is called to day.
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2. The means: If we would execute our pen•tential resolutions, then we must 1. Take heed of the impediments of this present Execution. 2. Make use of the helps and furtherances of it.
2. The means: If we would execute our pen•tential resolutions, then we must 1. Take heed of the impediments of this present Execution. 2. Make use of the helps and furtherances of it.
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1. The impediments of a present execution are many. 1. Imbecility of resolution: Debile fundamentum fallit opus;
1. The impediments of a present execution Are many. 1. Imbecility of resolution: Debile fundamentum Falls opus;
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if the foundation be weak, how can the building be strong? the house which was built on a Rock, did stand;
if the Foundation be weak, how can the building be strong? the house which was built on a Rock, did stand;
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but that which was erected on the Sands, fell down:
but that which was erected on the Sands, fell down:
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Where resolutions are either weakly raised on strong grounds, or suddenly raised on weak and mutable occasions, there is either no execution, or uncertain;
Where resolutions Are either weakly raised on strong grounds, or suddenly raised on weak and mutable occasions, there is either no execution, or uncertain;
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for no effect doth exceed the virtue of his cause: Thou hast almost perswaded me to be a Christian;
for no Effect does exceed the virtue of his cause: Thou hast almost persuaded me to be a Christian;
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this left King Agrippa still in Heathenisme.
this left King Agrippa still in Heathenism.
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You will never go through with the work, if you attain not to a thorow resolution;
You will never go through with the work, if you attain not to a thorough resolution;
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when you have an heart that goes and comes, you will have only fits of repentance, which will come and go:
when you have an heart that Goes and comes, you will have only fits of Repentance, which will come and go:
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Of two things be sure, if ever you would penitentially act to purpose;
Of two things be sure, if ever you would penitentially act to purpose;
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One that you see strong and prevalent reasons to change your course of life, such as may not be over topped by any arguments that sin may suggest hereafter;
One that you see strong and prevalent Reasons to change your course of life, such as may not be over topped by any Arguments that since may suggest hereafter;
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they are the spirits in the brain, which confer to motion in the Hands and Legs:
they Are the spirits in the brain, which confer to motion in the Hands and Legs:
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Another, that you resolve not on deceitful and fallible grounds. If your resolutions be upon Motives, either mutable, or conditional;
another, that you resolve not on deceitful and fallible grounds. If your resolutions be upon Motives, either mutable, or conditional;
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you may be troubled with much temptation, but you will never advance in much penitential actions.
you may be troubled with much temptation, but you will never advance in much penitential actions.
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2. Servile fear: When we so exalt the opinions of men, and their Tongues, and their Power;
2. Servile Fear: When we so exalt the opinions of men, and their Tongues, and their Power;
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what will they think of me? how will they nick-name, and disgrace me? what may befall me? who can tell what mischief they may do unto me? These are the Frosts which nip the buds,
what will they think of me? how will they nickname, and disgrace me? what may befall me? who can tell what mischief they may do unto me? These Are the Frosts which nip the buds,
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and the Winds which bind the Ship, and the Remora's which hold the Children still in the birth.
and the Winds which bind the Ship, and the Remora's which hold the Children still in the birth.
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We love the opinions of men, to be well thought on; and the Tongues of men to be well spoken of;
We love the opinions of men, to be well Thought on; and the Tongues of men to be well spoken of;
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and the respects of men to be countenanced, and encouraged: A cross way makes us start;
and the respects of men to be countenanced, and encouraged: A cross Way makes us start;
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Zedekiah would not obey the Lord, least the Princes should laugh at him;Zedekiah would not obey the Lord, lest the Princes should laugh At him;
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and many of the Jews durst not confess Christ, for fear of the Scribes and Pha•isees.
and many of the jews durst not confess christ, for Fear of the Scribes and Pha•isees.
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For a man who enjoyes friends, and ease, and estate, and abundance in all sorts, to thrust out into a Sea, to enter into a holy and strict course of Life, wherein he shall be sure to be scorned as the off-scouring of the world, be trampled upon as the more in the streets, be torne in his name by the teeth of wild beasts, suffer ship-wrack in his liberty, in his plenty, in his body;
For a man who enjoys Friends, and ease, and estate, and abundance in all sorts, to thrust out into a Sea, to enter into a holy and strict course of Life, wherein he shall be sure to be scorned as the offscouring of the world, be trampled upon as the more in the streets, be torn in his name by the teeth of wild beasts, suffer shipwreck in his liberty, in his plenty, in his body;
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Why? these apprehensions are e•ough to quell and to keep in all forwardness, all action;
Why? these apprehensions Are e•ough to quell and to keep in all forwardness, all actium;
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as Spira confesseth, That they wrought on him when he denyed the profession of the Truth of Christ.
as Spira Confesses, That they wrought on him when he denied the profession of the Truth of christ.
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Therefore if you would descend into the present execution of penitential purposes, you must not be slavishly affected unto man;
Therefore if you would descend into the present execution of penitential Purposes, you must not be slavishly affected unto man;
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you must not fear the power of man, nor be a•hamed of the Cross of Christ;
you must not Fear the power of man, nor be a•hamed of the Cross of christ;
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you must put your shoulder under the Cross, and the contempts of men under your feet:
you must put your shoulder under the Cross, and the contempts of men under your feet:
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I am ready (saith Paul, Acts 21. 13) not to be bound only, but also to dye at Jerusalem for the Name of the Lord Jesus. I am ready (Says Paul, Acts 21. 13) not to be bound only, but also to die At Jerusalem for the Name of the Lord jesus.
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If ye be reproached for the Name of Christ, happy are ye, for the Spirit of glory and of God resteth upon you, saith S. Peter, 1 Pet. 4. 14. I will not fear what man can do unto me, said David. Who art thou, that thou shouldst be afraid of a man that shall die,
If you be reproached for the Name of christ, happy Are you, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you, Says S. Peter, 1 Pet. 4. 14. I will not Fear what man can do unto me, said David. Who art thou, that thou Shouldst be afraid of a man that shall die,
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and of the son of man who shall be made as grass? and forgettest the Lord thy Maker,
and of the son of man who shall be made as grass? and forgettest the Lord thy Maker,
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and hast feared continually because of the fury of the oppressor, as if he were ready to destroy? and where is the fury of the oppressor? Isa. 51. 12, 13. 3. Despair of performance: Why, say we, as good never a whit as never the better. and hast feared continually Because of the fury of the oppressor, as if he were ready to destroy? and where is the fury of the oppressor? Isaiah 51. 12, 13. 3. Despair of performance: Why, say we, as good never a whit as never the better.
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It is not possible that ever we should get hands to conquer all these sins,
It is not possible that ever we should get hands to conquer all these Sins,
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or feet to walk in all these wayes which are so holy, so many, so strict, so difficult.
or feet to walk in all these ways which Are so holy, so many, so strict, so difficult.
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We cannot find words to pray, nay, God knows, sometimes not hearts; the motions of sin are thick and strong, and ableevery moment to lead us captive;
We cannot find words to pray, nay, God knows, sometime not hearts; the motions of since Are thick and strong, and ableevery moment to led us captive;
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we have made some assay, but alas, the work proves so harsh, so uncomfortable, so unprosperous;
we have made Some assay, but alas, the work Proves so harsh, so uncomfortable, so unprosperous;
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we are without all strength, we shall never break all these bonds of sin, nor tread through all these pathes of holy duties.
we Are without all strength, we shall never break all these bonds of since, nor tread through all these paths of holy duties.
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Thus as death closeth up our eyes, so doth despair shut up all our actions; where there is no hope to finish, there will be no heart to begin:
Thus as death closeth up our eyes, so does despair shut up all our actions; where there is no hope to finish, there will be no heart to begin:
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But let us reject such despairing delusions; what hath been done may be done; what God commands to do, he can enable to do;
But let us reject such despairing delusions; what hath been done may be done; what God commands to do, he can enable to do;
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and what he promiseth that we shall do, that he will make and cause us do:
and what he promises that we shall do, that he will make and cause us doe:
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But God hath commanded us to leave all our sinful courses, and to lead a life of holiness;
But God hath commanded us to leave all our sinful courses, and to led a life of holiness;
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God hath promised grace sufficient to forsake an evill way and to walk in a good way, I will put my Spirit within you,
God hath promised grace sufficient to forsake an evil Way and to walk in a good Way, I will put my Spirit within you,
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and cause you to walk in my statutes, and you shall keep my judgments and do them, Ezek. 36. 27. If God gives strength to work,and cause you to walk in my statutes, and you shall keep my Judgments and do them, Ezekiel 36. 27. If God gives strength to work,
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why should we with-hold hearts to work? Da Domine quod jubes, & jube quod vis, said S. Austin: Lord, give what thou commandest,
why should we withhold hearts to work? Dam Domine quod jubes, & jube quod vis, said S. Austin: Lord, give what thou Commandest,
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and then command what thou wilt.
and then command what thou wilt.
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Seriously consider any one penitential work, for which God hath not promised grace and strength to perform.
Seriously Consider any one penitential work, for which God hath not promised grace and strength to perform.
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Many have travelled in this penitential Work, and have found it very feisable and passable:
Many have traveled in this penitential Work, and have found it very feisable and passable:
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How many are this day in heaven? and how many are walking towards heaven? all of them prove, that it is not impossible to execute penitential resolutions.
How many Are this day in heaven? and how many Are walking towards heaven? all of them prove, that it is not impossible to execute penitential resolutions.
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4. Hypocrisie and guile of heart: Where the heart is false, there the performance is faint;
4. Hypocrisy and guile of heart: Where the heart is false, there the performance is faint;
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if the work be not done in the heart, it will never be done in the life;
if the work be not done in the heart, it will never be done in the life;
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the work is best done in the life, which is first done in the heart.
the work is best done in the life, which is First done in the heart.
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They in Jeremiah had rotten hearts, they did not cordially intend to leave their own wayes,
They in Jeremiah had rotten hearts, they did not cordially intend to leave their own ways,
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and therefore when they were put to it indeed, they would not yield to walk in the wayes which God prescribed.
and Therefore when they were put to it indeed, they would not yield to walk in the ways which God prescribed.
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Where an holy way is not throughly approved, and where an evil way is not throughly hated, there may be many flashes,
Where an holy Way is not thoroughly approved, and where an evil Way is not thoroughly hated, there may be many flashes,
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but there will never be solid performances or courses:
but there will never be solid performances or courses:
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Yet a little sleep, yet a little slumber, yet a little folding of the hands, said the Sluggard, who loved sleep and idleness, Prov. 6. 10. So where our affections are hank•ing about a sin, there is ever, at the least, a slowness to leave that sin:Yet a little sleep, yet a little slumber, yet a little folding of the hands, said the Sluggard, who loved sleep and idleness, Curae 6. 10. So where our affections Are hank•ing about a since, there is ever, At the least, a slowness to leave that since:
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Modo, modo, said S. Austin, when motions came into him to forsake his •nclean Lusts, they answered, Shortly, shortly; Hereafter, hereafter;Modo, modo, said S. Austin, when motions Come into him to forsake his •nclean Lustiest, they answered, Shortly, shortly; Hereafter, hereafter;
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and this modo, modo, vvas sine modo; this putting off from day to day, would have continued so all the dayes of his life.
and this modo, modo, was sine modo; this putting off from day to day, would have continued so all the days of his life.
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Therefore if you vvould execute your penitential resolutions, take heed of corrupt affections;
Therefore if you would execute your penitential resolutions, take heed of corrupt affections;
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if they again prevail upon you, they vvill assuredly intangle and hinder you, they mar the judgment,
if they again prevail upon you, they will assuredly entangle and hinder you, they mar the judgement,
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and close vvith temptations, and hinder actions.
and close with temptations, and hinder actions.
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Oh how suddenly vvill they quench your spirits, alter your judgments, put aside your duties, extenuate your purposes, bring you into further bondage, confirm your unwillingness, excite your fears, raise up discouragements,
O how suddenly will they quench your spirits, altar your Judgments, put aside your duties, extenuate your Purposes, bring you into further bondage, confirm your unwillingness, excite your fears, raise up discouragements,
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and all to frustrate the present executions of your former resolutions.
and all to frustrate the present executions of your former resolutions.
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Corrupt affections are the very gates of sin, the Bane of holiness, the Quenchers of resolutions,
Corrupt affections Are the very gates of since, the Bane of holiness, the Quenchers of resolutions,
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and the Impediments of all good performances.
and the Impediments of all good performances.
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5. Worldly cares: Our Saviout saith, That the seed which fell among thornes was chaoked, Luke 8. 7. And what was it which did choa• it? see vers. 14. The cares,
5. Worldly Cares: Our Saviour Says, That the seed which fell among thorns was chaoked, Lycia 8. 7. And what was it which did choa• it? see vers. 14. The Cares,
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and riches, and pleasures of this Life, There are two things which worldly cares do choak viz. Heavenly directions of the word,and riches, and pleasures of this Life, There Are two things which worldly Cares do choke viz. Heavenly directions of the word,
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and Heavenly resolutions of the heart;
and Heavenly resolutions of the heart;
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so that neither the one nor the other do come unto perfection, Holy performance or action, it is the end or perfection of all knowledg and resolution, and worldly cares stifle both.
so that neither the one nor the other do come unto perfection, Holy performance or actium, it is the end or perfection of all knowledge and resolution, and worldly Cares stifle both.
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You have many a man who comes to the word, and hears the terrours of God and his wrath revealed against his unrighteounsness, insomuch that his soul (with Felix) trembles under the strokes of divine justice;
You have many a man who comes to the word, and hears the terrors of God and his wrath revealed against his unrighteounsness, insomuch that his soul (with Felix) trembles under the Strokes of divine Justice;
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Or he hears how happy and blessed the condition and life of holiness is;
Or he hears how happy and blessed the condition and life of holiness is;
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what heavens of mercies, what rivers of comforts, what excusations and peace of Conscience, what blessings in life, what supports in death, what rewards after death it shall procure to persons;
what heavens of Mercies, what Rivers of comforts, what excusations and peace of Conscience, what blessings in life, what supports in death, what rewards After death it shall procure to Persons;
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upon the one and the other he is stirred up to the sense of his sins, to the admiration of Holiness;
upon the one and the other he is stirred up to the sense of his Sins, to the admiration of Holiness;
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to a condemnation of his evil course, to a resolution for a better.
to a condemnation of his evil course, to a resolution for a better.
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But then it is with him as with some ship, sometimes as soon as it is putting out of the Harbor, it strikes upon a rock,
But then it is with him as with Some ship, sometime as soon as it is putting out of the Harbour, it strikes upon a rock,
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or falls into the sands, and loseth all the precious lading:
or falls into the sands, and loses all the precious lading:
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Or as with Corn sown and let fall in an open and solid place, where the Birds come down and instantly pick it up;
Or as with Corn sown and let fallen in an open and solid place, where the Birds come down and instantly pick it up;
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so is it here with this man, the world meets him again at the Church door,
so is it Here with this man, the world meets him again At the Church door,
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or at his own door, and all these impressions and resolutions are spilt and gone; Worldly engagements take present possession of his thoughts, and all the service of his affections,
or At his own door, and all these impressions and resolutions Are spilled and gone; Worldly engagements take present possession of his thoughts, and all the service of his affections,
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so that he hath no time to consider what God did speak or work in him;
so that he hath no time to Consider what God did speak or work in him;
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no time secretly to beg of God to write those truths in his heart, to keep all this in the purpose of his heart, to give him the Spirit of Grace and strength to walk in the wayes of God revealed now unto him.
no time secretly to beg of God to write those truths in his heart, to keep all this in the purpose of his heart, to give him the Spirit of Grace and strength to walk in the ways of God revealed now unto him.
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When you turn the course of the water another way, the Mill cannot stir;
When you turn the course of the water Another Way, the Mill cannot stir;
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so when men turn the course of their thoughts and affections to secular and vain imployments, all resolutions stand still, they have nothing now to elicit or draw them on and out into any holy or careful diligence of obedience and performance:
so when men turn the course of their thoughts and affections to secular and vain employments, all resolutions stand still, they have nothing now to elicit or draw them on and out into any holy or careful diligence of Obedience and performance:
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The Oxen and the Farm, &c. took them quite off, and they made excuses (.i.) for the present they had other engagements:The Oxen and the Farm, etc. took them quite off, and they made excuses (i) for the present they had other engagements:
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therefore take heed of worldly cares.
Therefore take heed of worldly Cares.
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It is impossible that you should be much in the actings of any Grace, if you be very much in the service of worldly cares.
It is impossible that you should be much in the actings of any Grace, if you be very much in the service of worldly Cares.
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6. Lastly, Presumptuous Confidence is also an Impediment to the present executions of good resolutions; whether it be of future time, hereafter shall serve the turn;
6. Lastly, Presumptuous Confidence is also an Impediment to the present executions of good resolutions; whither it be of future time, hereafter shall serve the turn;
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it is not wisdom to be so forward; soft and fair will go far; we have day enough yet before us;
it is not Wisdom to be so forward; soft and fair will go Far; we have day enough yet before us;
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a year, two or ten hence;
a year, two or ten hence;
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after such a business is effected, or (which is worse) after the pleasures of such a sin is a little more tasted.
After such a business is effected, or (which is Worse) After the pleasures of such a since is a little more tasted.
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Or of Future ability: This is a work which we will do at pleasure and at leisure:
Or of Future ability: This is a work which we will do At pleasure and At leisure:
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when we see the scouts, the forerunners of the army, then we will buckle on our armor:
when we see the scouts, the forerunners of the army, then we will buckle on our armour:
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when we espy the harbingers of death approaching, old age, sickness, weakness, diseases, then we will think of heaven, and forsake hell:
when we espy the harbingers of death approaching, old age, sickness, weakness, diseases, then we will think of heaven, and forsake hell:
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what need we be troubling our selves to be doing of that a long time, which we can dispatch at any time? if we have but time to say, Lord have mercy upon me, what would ye more? Or of Future Mercy: Wherefore hath God Mercy but for sinners? and he hath said, That if at any time a sinner convert he will have mercy:
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We have found him kind unto us all our dayes, and doubt not of his fatherly compassion at the last.
We have found him kind unto us all our days, and doubt not of his fatherly compassion At the last.
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Thus do men post of all penitential executions, and for ever endanger their souls. Alas!
Thus do men post of all penitential executions, and for ever endanger their Souls. Alas!
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for future time, whose is it? Seneca the Heathen could see more truth then this:
for future time, whose is it? Senecca the Heathen could see more truth then this:
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Solum tempus presens nostrum: No time is ours but the present.Solum Tempus Presents nostrum: No time is ours but the present.
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Thou carriest thy life in thy hands, thy breath in thy nostrils, and seest more Graves made for the young then for the aged.
Thou carriest thy life in thy hands, thy breath in thy nostrils, and See more Graves made for the young then for the aged.
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And as for thy future ability, why dost thou so grosly befool thy self? knowest thou not that present Neglects cause stronger Indispositions? Qui non est hodie, cras minus aptus erit, the Schoolboy will teach thee.
And as for thy future ability, why dost thou so grossly befool thy self? Knowest thou not that present Neglects cause Stronger Indispositions? Qui non est hodie, cras minus Apt erit, the Schoolboy will teach thee.
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Every man by more sinning grows more sinful, and therefore most unapt and averse to good.
Every man by more sinning grows more sinful, and Therefore most unapt and averse to good.
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And then Future Mercy, it is of all things the most uncertain to pardon sin, where present mercy leaves us not to repentance from sin:
And then Future Mercy, it is of all things the most uncertain to pardon since, where present mercy leaves us not to Repentance from since:
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it is all one as if thou shouldst thus argue, God will hereafter pardon me, and therefore for the present I will sin against him, disobey, dishonour, vex, and grieve, and abuse him.
it is all one as if thou Shouldst thus argue, God will hereafter pardon me, and Therefore for the present I will sin against him, disobey, dishonour, vex, and grieve, and abuse him.
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These are the principal impediments to a present expectation of penitential resolutions, and are to be declined by us.
These Are the principal impediments to a present expectation of penitential resolutions, and Are to be declined by us.
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I now proceed to the helps and furtherances to a present execution of penitential• resolutions, which are these, amongst many.
I now proceed to the helps and furtherances to a present execution of penitential• resolutions, which Are these, among many.
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1. Solid Conviction of a sinful estate: This will put us upon a present Execution.
1. Solid Conviction of a sinful estate: This will put us upon a present Execution.
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When the Soul is brought to an experimental sense of the vileness and bitterness of sin, it will not then lye hovering;
When the Soul is brought to an experimental sense of the vileness and bitterness of since, it will not then lie hovering;
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Were I best to give up this course, or shall I go on in it still? No,
Were I best to give up this course, or shall I go on in it still? No,
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but when the Soul is indeed wounded, the wayes shall without delay be reformed;
but when the Soul is indeed wounded, the ways shall without Delay be reformed;
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take a person in some judicial, and close conviction of sin, upon a sick and dying bed,
take a person in Some judicial, and close conviction of since, upon a sick and dying Bed,
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how forward is a person then to change and better his courses;
how forward is a person then to change and better his courses;
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much more do solid and evangelical convictions sweetly dispose, and incline the heart to the forsaking of an evil,
much more do solid and Evangelical convictions sweetly dispose, and incline the heart to the forsaking of an evil,
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and walking in a good way.
and walking in a good Way.
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They in Acts 2. 37. were pricked in their hearts, and what did this work in them? they cry out presently, Men and brethren what shall we do? So Saul was struck to the ground,
They in Acts 2. 37. were pricked in their hearts, and what did this work in them? they cry out presently, Men and brothers what shall we do? So Saul was struck to the ground,
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and was astonished, and trembled, and then presently cries out, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? Act. 9. 4, 6. Outward afflictions you see many times do put on men to alter and reform their wayes;
and was astonished, and trembled, and then presently cries out, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? Act. 9. 4, 6. Outward afflictions you see many times do put on men to altar and reform their ways;
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of much greater force are inward afflictions of spirit. Go on yet in sin! God forbid!
of much greater force Are inward afflictions of Spirit. Go on yet in since! God forbid!
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shall I continue in sin any longer, who, if I make not haste, may lose all mercy,
shall I continue in since any longer, who, if I make not haste, may loose all mercy,
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and drop into Hell it self? what I feel is much, what I deserve, I cannot bear.
and drop into Hell it self? what I feel is much, what I deserve, I cannot bear.
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2. Holy Wisdome: To know times and seasons, is an high part of Wisdome;
2. Holy Wisdom: To know times and seasons, is an high part of Wisdom;
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Walk not as fools, but as wise, redeeming the time, (saith the Apostle) Eph. 5. 15, 16. There are four things which solid Wisdome teacheth a man;Walk not as Fools, but as wise, redeeming the time, (Says the Apostle) Ephesians 5. 15, 16. There Are four things which solid Wisdom Teaches a man;
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One is, to look to the best part; Another, to make choice of the best good;
One is, to look to the best part; another, to make choice of the best good;
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A third, to walk in the best wayes; A fourth is to do all this in the first place, and surest time:
A third, to walk in the best ways; A fourth is to do all this in the First place, and Surest time:
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Have I any thing more near to me, then my soul? more concerning my soul then God? more concerning God,
Have I any thing more near to me, then my soul? more Concerning my soul then God? more Concerning God,
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then walking before him? Where am I, if I lose my Soul? what am I,
then walking before him? Where am I, if I loose my Soul? what am I,
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if I enjoy not God? whether run I, if I continue in sin? if my soul be nearest,
if I enjoy not God? whither run I, if I continue in since? if my soul be nearest,
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and God choicest, and his wayes safest, why do I demur? what, should I take time,
and God Choicest, and his ways Safest, why do I demur? what, should I take time,
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or put off the doing of that which is ever best done, when it is done? If I will live yet in sin,
or put off the doing of that which is ever best done, when it is done? If I will live yet in since,
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for ought I know, I may then dye in sin; and if I dye in sin, I must for ever perish for sin;
for ought I know, I may then die in since; and if I die in since, I must for ever perish for since;
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Why should I not? Do I not admit the present loss of that, which else may be the eternal loss of my Soul? But if I set into an holy life, this is the very path of God, the image of Glory, the Ark of safety,
Why should I not? Do I not admit the present loss of that, which Else may be the Eternal loss of my Soul? But if I Set into an holy life, this is the very path of God, the image of Glory, the Ark of safety,
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and the pledg of an happy eternity. Why should I be so safety, and the pledg of an happy eternity.
and the pledge of an happy eternity. Why should I be so safety, and the pledge of an happy eternity.
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Why should I be so foolish, to be miserably bad, who in a moment may be assuredly blessed? any wisdome will teach me to leave a wicked life, for an holy and good;
Why should I be so foolish, to be miserably bad, who in a moment may be assuredly blessed? any Wisdom will teach me to leave a wicked life, for an holy and good;
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which hath made me to know, that mercy is beter then misery; and that Heaven is better then Hell.
which hath made me to know, that mercy is beter then misery; and that Heaven is better then Hell.
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3. Christian Courage: If we will not act the wayes of Heaven, till we see all difficulties removed,
3. Christian Courage: If we will not act the ways of Heaven, till we see all difficulties removed,
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and all dangers secured, we shall never enter into those wayes:
and all dangers secured, we shall never enter into those ways:
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but when the love of Christ hath inflamed our hearts with a right zeal of his Glory, assuredly, we will be ding:
but when the love of christ hath inflamed our hearts with a right zeal of his Glory, assuredly, we will be ding:
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Modo magnificetur Christus, I must bring some Glory to my God, &c. Luther feared not to go to the Diet at Worms, had there been as many divels, as tiles on the houses:Modo magnificetur Christus, I must bring Some Glory to my God, etc. Luther feared not to go to the Diet At Worms, had there been as many Devils, as tiles on the houses:
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What do you tell S. Paul of bonds, or speak to the couragious Christian of discouragements;
What do you tell S. Paul of bonds, or speak to the courageous Christian of discouragements;
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I have sworn, and will perform it (saith David) that I will keep thy righteous statutes. I have sworn, and will perform it (Says David) that I will keep thy righteous statutes.
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S. Jerom would not only renounce, but throw off, and trample upon father and mother for Christ:
S. Jerome would not only renounce, but throw off, and trample upon father and mother for christ:
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What do you speak of poverty, of disgraces, of losses, of want, of selfdenials in ease, in pleasures? &c. He who will be good, can lose nothing but that which will lose him;
What do you speak of poverty, of disgraces, of losses, of want, of Self-denials in ease, in pleasures? etc. He who will be good, can loose nothing but that which will loose him;
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and get that which he should never have gotten, had he not been good indeed. 4. A precious estimation and affection after Gods honour:
and get that which he should never have got, had he not been good indeed. 4. A precious estimation and affection After God's honour:
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Ah! did we in any holy measure comprehend the height, and bredth, and depth of his favour in Christ;
Ah! did we in any holy measure comprehend the height, and breadth, and depth of his favour in christ;
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would we not strive to enter in at the strait Gate? should not the Kingdome of Heaven suffer violence? What to sand upon a sinful pleasure,
would we not strive to enter in At the strait Gate? should not the Kingdom of Heaven suffer violence? What to sand upon a sinful pleasure,
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or profit, or way, and to lose a good, gracious, bountiful God:
or profit, or Way, and to loose a good, gracious, bountiful God:
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What sinful lust, pleasure, way would we stand upon? What holy course or way would we set upon? would we be slow to see the face of God,
What sinful lust, pleasure, Way would we stand upon? What holy course or Way would we Set upon? would we be slow to see the face of God,
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and live? would we not speedily set our selves in the wayes of his countenance? Zacheus being desirous to see Christ, upon his call, made haste and came down. Luke 19. 6. 5. A tender fear of God:
and live? would we not speedily Set our selves in the ways of his countenance? Zacchaeus being desirous to see christ, upon his call, made haste and Come down. Luke 19. 6. 5. A tender Fear of God:
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This also causeth a present execution of our purposes. You read what it wrought in Josiah, in Noah, in others.
This also Causes a present execution of our Purposes. You read what it wrought in Josiah, in Noah, in Others.
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When the heart apprehends its way to be evil, and the displeasure of God to hang over it,
When the heart apprehends its Way to be evil, and the displeasure of God to hang over it,
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and his threatnings all in armour, &c. Oh, I dare not go on to offend any longer!
and his threatenings all in armour, etc. O, I Dare not go on to offend any longer!
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6. A right belief in God:
6. A right belief in God:
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Whether you take it in the threats, as they of Niniveh believed the preaching of Jonah, and presently humbled and reformed themselves and wayes, chap. 3. 5. Promises of sweetest mercy made unto real penitents, that full, free, soon mercy shall be had:
Whither you take it in the Treats, as they of Nineveh believed the preaching of Jonah, and presently humbled and reformed themselves and ways, chap. 3. 5. Promises of Sweetest mercy made unto real penitents, that full, free, soon mercy shall be had:
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Why? if those be believed, they will draw off the soul from a sinful course unto a good course.
Why? if those be believed, they will draw off the soul from a sinful course unto a good course.
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The Apostle therefore beseecheth the Romans, by the mercies of God to be transformed, Rom. 12. 1. O this, that God offers and assures me of mercy,
The Apostle Therefore Beseecheth the Roman, by the Mercies of God to be transformed, Rom. 12. 1. O this, that God offers and assures me of mercy,
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and now I may have it if I will now reform, a puts the soul to the present work;
and now I may have it if I will now reform, a puts the soul to the present work;
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To day I will hear his voice, for to day is the day of mercy, this is an acceptable season,
To day I will hear his voice, for to day is the day of mercy, this is an acceptable season,
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now I may be made happy for ever.
now I may be made happy for ever.
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LUKE 15. 20 And he arose and came to his father.
LUKE 15. 20 And he arose and Come to his father.
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But when he was yet a great way off, his father saw him, and had compassion,
But when he was yet a great Way off, his father saw him, and had compassion,
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and ran and fell on his neck, and kissed him. These words contein in them two parts,
and ran and fell on his neck, and kissed him. These words contain in them two parts,
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1. The real practice of Repentance;
1. The real practice of Repentance;
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which consists not in a bare Resolution, but in a sincere Execution (I will arise, said the Prodigal) this was Motus volentis; (and he did arise,) this was opus penitentis. I will go to my father;
which consists not in a bore Resolution, but in a sincere Execution (I will arise, said the Prodigal) this was Motus volentis; (and he did arise,) this was opus penitentis. I will go to my father;
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and here [ He arose and came to his father. ]
and Here [ He arose and Come to his father. ]
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2. The comfortable issue of real Repentance [ But when he was yet a great way off, &c. ] Wherein you have considerable, 1. The quick observation of this penitents Father, [ His father saw him, yea, when he was yet a great way off:
2. The comfortable issue of real Repentance [ But when he was yet a great Way off, etc. ] Wherein you have considerable, 1. The quick observation of this penitents Father, [ His father saw him, yea, when he was yet a great Way off:
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] Even in this sense God sees our thoughts afar off;] Even in this sense God sees our thoughts afar off;
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God many times is unwilling to see the sinner, but he is at all times very willing to espy the penitent. 2. His present commiseration, [ His father saw him,
God many times is unwilling to see the sinner, but he is At all times very willing to espy the penitent. 2. His present commiseration, [ His father saw him,
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and had compassion on him ] Wicked men look on a penitent with derision; penitent persons look on themselves with abomination, but God looks on them with compassion:and had compassion on him ] Wicked men look on a penitent with derision; penitent Persons look on themselves with abomination, but God looks on them with compassion:
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he looks on the penitent sinner with a pitiful affection:
he looks on the penitent sinner with a pitiful affection:
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When Ephraim repented, and turned, My Bowels (saith God) are troubled for him, I will surely have mercy on him:
When Ephraim repented, and turned, My Bowels (Says God) Are troubled for him, I will surely have mercy on him:
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As soon as ever the Prodigal looks back, mercy looks out.
As soon as ever the Prodigal looks back, mercy looks out.
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q. d. Ah! is he returned indeed? I pity him, I will receive him, I will forgive him. 3. His gracious acceptation expressed in three particulars;q. worser. Ah! is he returned indeed? I pity him, I will receive him, I will forgive him. 3. His gracious acceptation expressed in three particulars;
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1. One of speedy readiness: [ The Father ran ] The Son doth go, the Father ran.
1. One of speedy readiness: [ The Father ran ] The Son does go, the Father ran.
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Mercy hath not only a quick eye, but foot also; it posts, it speeds, it runs to embrace a penitent:
Mercy hath not only a quick eye, but foot also; it posts, it speeds, it runs to embrace a penitent:
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God is very slow to punish a sinner, but he is very ready to relieve and accept of a returning sinner.
God is very slow to Punish a sinner, but he is very ready to relieve and accept of a returning sinner.
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2. A second, Of wonderful tenderness: [ The Father fell on his neck ] To have looked on him, was it not enough? to have given order for his usage, had it not been well? to have taken him by the hand, had it not been too much? but the Father did more then all this [ He fell on his neck.
2. A second, Of wondered tenderness: [ The Father fell on his neck ] To have looked on him, was it not enough? to have given order for his usage, had it not been well? to have taken him by the hand, had it not been too much? but the Father did more then all this [ He fell on his neck.
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] Divine mercy will not only meet a penitent, but embrace him.] Divine mercy will not only meet a penitent, but embrace him.
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That sinner whom the hands of justice would have everlastingly confounded, if he be penitent, the arms of mercy will lovingly clasp, &c.
That sinner whom the hands of Justice would have everlastingly confounded, if he be penitent, the arms of mercy will lovingly clasp, etc.
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A third, Of strong affectionateness: [ And kissed him ] Here are eyes to behold the returning Son,
A third, Of strong affectionateness: [ And kissed him ] Here Are eyes to behold the returning Son,
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and an heart to pity him, and feet to meet him, and armes to embrace him,
and an heart to pity him, and feet to meet him, and arms to embrace him,
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and lips also to kiss him:
and lips also to kiss him:
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Naked mercies are not enough (in Gods account) for a true penitent, he must have sealed mercies too.
Naked Mercies Are not enough (in God's account) for a true penitent, he must have sealed Mercies too.
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God doth not think it enough that he is reconciled unto hm, unless also he doth testifie and make it known that he is so.
God does not think it enough that he is reconciled unto him, unless also he does testify and make it known that he is so.
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There are many excellent Propositions observable out of these words. v. g. That the very Initials of true Repentance are seen by God:
There Are many excellent Propositions observable out of these words. v. g. That the very Initials of true Repentance Are seen by God:
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The penitent Prodigal was in the way, but yet it was a great way off; The penitent Prodigal was in the Way, but yet it was a great Way off;
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and his Father saw him, and had compassion, I said, I will confess my trangressions unto the Lord,
and his Father saw him, and had compassion, I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord,
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and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin, Psal. 32. 5. Vox n•ndum in ora erat & Auris Dei in corda erat, So. S. Austin in Locum.and thou forgavest the iniquity of my since, Psalm 32. 5. Vox n•ndum in ora erat & Auris Dei in Corda erat, So. S. Austin in Locum.
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Isai. 66. 2. To this man will I look even to him that is poor and of a contrite spirit, and trembles at my word.
Isaiah 66. 2. To this man will I look even to him that is poor and of a contrite Spirit, and trembles At my word.
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Repentance may be considered in three degrees, 1. In the Impression of it: ANd this is when so much grace is implanted,
Repentance may be considered in three Degrees, 1. In the Impression of it: ANd this is when so much grace is implanted,
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as to turn the heart. 2. In the expression of it: and this is, when so much Grace appears, as to enter into a new path,
as to turn the heart. 2. In the expression of it: and this is, when so much Grace appears, as to enter into a new path,
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and do new works. 3. In the progression of it:
and do new works. 3. In the progression of it:
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And this is, when a greater Victory is obtained over our sins, and appears in our course of new obedience.
And this is, when a greater Victory is obtained over our Sins, and appears in our course of new Obedience.
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Now the Initials of true Repentance, I conjecture, to consists partly in the Conversion of the heart;
Now the Initials of true Repentance, I conjecture, to consists partly in the Conversion of the heart;
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when the mind, and will, and affections are healed, and turned: and partly, in the reformation of the life;
when the mind, and will, and affections Are healed, and turned: and partly, in the Reformation of the life;
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when the person out of an hatred of sin, and love of God, sets upon another course of obedience, and service.
when the person out of an hatred of since, and love of God, sets upon Another course of Obedience, and service.
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It is just like a Ship, that is going out, or like a Shop that is newly set up;
It is just like a Ship, that is going out, or like a Shop that is newly Set up;
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things are very raw, there is much dross with the little Silver; a little health, and much lameness;
things Are very raw, there is much dross with the little Silver; a little health, and much lameness;
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a great journey, and but a few steps; the work is rather in desire, and much in complaints;
a great journey, and but a few steps; the work is rather in desire, and much in complaints;
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and though perhaps little be done, yet all is heartily endeavoured to be done; this I call the Initials of Repentance.
and though perhaps little be done, yet all is heartily endeavoured to be done; this I call the Initials of Repentance.
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There are six things shew that Repentance is begun in truth.
There Are six things show that Repentance is begun in truth.
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1. One is Condemnation: When the judgement looks upon all sin after another manner then formerly, sentencing it as the most vile, 1. One is Condemnation: When the judgement looks upon all since After Another manner then formerly, sentencing it as the most vile,
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and accursed of all evils, and no sin (knowingly) finds favour. 2. Another is Aversation: When the will flies, and shuns it,
and accursed of all evils, and no since (knowingly) finds favour. 2. another is Aversation: When the will flies, and shuns it,
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as that, which is most contrary to all goodness, and happiness. 3. A third is Weariness: When the Soul is as weary of Sin,
as that, which is most contrary to all Goodness, and happiness. 3. A third is Weariness: When the Soul is as weary of since,
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as any Porter can be of his Burthen, or as a sick-man is of his Bed. Psal. 51. 17. The sacrifices of God, are a broken spirit;
as any Porter can be of his Burden, or as a Sick man is of his Bed Psalm 51. 17. The Sacrifices of God, Are a broken Spirit;
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a broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise. a broken and a contrite heart, Oh God, thou wilt not despise.
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4. A fourth is Lamentation: That the Soul cannot yet be rid of the unruly motions, and insolencies of sin;
4. A fourth is Lamentation: That the Soul cannot yet be rid of the unruly motions, and insolences of since;
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It is grieved, that Life and Death, Hell and Heaven, Grace and Sin should thus be together. 5. A fifth is Resistance, or conflict:
It is grieved, that Life and Death, Hell and Heaven, Grace and since should thus be together. 5. A fifth is Resistance, or conflict:
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The Soul doth use the best means it can, to separate more from sin, and all sinfull wayes,
The Soul does use the best means it can, to separate more from since, and all sinful ways,
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and to walk only in all holy pathes, in the pathes of righteousness. And the sixth is an active Inctination, to obey God in all things;
and to walk only in all holy paths, in the paths of righteousness. And the sixth is an active Inctination, to obey God in all things;
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a thirsting and striving, an aiming, a writing after the Copy.
a thirsting and striving, an aiming, a writing After the Copy.
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And there are four things, which do shew that Repentance is but begun, it is only initial. 1. One is Impotency, or weakness of operation: And there Are four things, which do show that Repentance is but begun, it is only initial. 1. One is Impotency, or weakness of operation:
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When the penitential parts do move and stir, yet like a child, who begins to go very feebly.
When the penitential parts do move and stir, yet like a child, who begins to go very feebly.
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There is as much appears in the course, as declares another spring or principle, and rule, by which the Soul strives to walk,
There is as much appears in the course, as declares Another spring or principle, and Rule, by which the Soul strives to walk,
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but the performance is very tender and feeble; like a young Tree that hath but tender branches, and small fruit:
but the performance is very tender and feeble; like a young Tree that hath but tender branches, and small fruit:
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The person doth mourn, and confess, and pray, and live, and obey, but with weakness. 2. A second is efficacy of Temptation: When Temptations do easily beset and discourage the Soul;
The person does mourn, and confess, and pray, and live, and obey, but with weakness. 2. A second is efficacy of Temptation: When Temptations do Easily beset and discourage the Soul;
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as when the Tree is but a young plant, the Winds to toss it, and make it reel;
as when the Tree is but a young plant, the Winds to toss it, and make it reel;
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so when Temptations do, as it were, drive the Soul, and are apt to raise quick fears, and discouragements:
so when Temptations do, as it were, drive the Soul, and Are apt to raise quick fears, and discouragements:
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Oh! I shall be overcome again, I shall hardly hold on, I cannot well see how I shall be able to perform,
Oh! I shall be overcome again, I shall hardly hold on, I cannot well see how I shall be able to perform,
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and preserve in these wayes which I have chosen.
and preserve in these ways which I have chosen.
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A third is the Validity of present Corruption; which though it be truly hated, and bewailed,
A third is the Validity of present Corruption; which though it be truly hated, and bewailed,
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yet it is very apt upon occasions to assault and prevail;
yet it is very apt upon occasions to assault and prevail;
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when every little stone is apt to make one stumble, it argues that the strength is weak. 4. Necessary presence of many helps:
when every little stone is apt to make one Stumble, it argues that the strength is weak. 4. Necessary presence of many helps:
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When a Man cannot go, but with two Crutches; and a Child must lean upon many props, and a penitent upon many sensible encouragements.
When a Man cannot go, but with two Crutches; and a Child must lean upon many props, and a penitent upon many sensible encouragements.
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Now that these Initials of Repentance are graciously accepted of God, may be thus manifested. 1. The Lord doth respect the truth of Grace,
Now that these Initials of Repentance Are graciously accepted of God, may be thus manifested. 1. The Lord does respect the truth of Grace,
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as well as the degrees of it, every quality as well as the quantity.as well as the Degrees of it, every quality as well as the quantity.
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Are not thine eyes upon the truth? The Goldsmith hath his eye on the very thin raies of Godl, are not thine eyes upon the truth? The Goldsmith hath his eye on the very thin rays of Godly,
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as well as on the great knobs and pieces;
as well as on the great knobs and Pieces;
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Grace is excellent and amiable at the lowest, though then admirable when at highest. 2. The main thing that God looks upon, is to the heart; (My Son, give me thy heart:) All that is done,
Grace is excellent and amiable At the lowest, though then admirable when At highest. 2. The main thing that God looks upon, is to the heart; (My Son, give me thy heart:) All that is done,
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if the heart be not in it, it is of little or no estimation with God;
if the heart be not in it, it is of little or no estimation with God;
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but if the heart be right, this the Lord prizeth exceedingly, and so much, that for its sake, he passeth by many infirmities.
but if the heart be right, this the Lord prizeth exceedingly, and so much, that for its sake, he passes by many infirmities.
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The good Lord pardon every one that prepareth his heart. The good Lord pardon every one that Prepareth his heart.
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&c. 2 Chro. 30. 19. Now in the Initials of Repentance, the heart is set right;
etc. 2 Chro 30. 19. Now in the Initials of Repentance, the heart is Set right;
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it is set on God, and towards God in truth. 3. Even the Initials of Repentance are his own Gifts (special gifts of his blessed Spirit) it is he that worketh in us to will and to do, Phil. 2. 13. The spirituall will,
it is Set on God, and towards God in truth. 3. Even the Initials of Repentance Are his own Gifts (special Gifts of his blessed Spirit) it is he that works in us to will and to do, Philip 2. 13. The spiritual will,
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and the spiritual deed (though both be imperfect) yet are they the genuine effect of Gods own spirit;
and the spiritual deed (though both be imperfect) yet Are they the genuine Effect of God's own Spirit;
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sparks out of his fire, works of his own hands:
sparks out of his fire, works of his own hands:
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Now as in the Creation, God looked upon all that he made, and saw that it was good, he liked it well.
Now as in the Creation, God looked upon all that he made, and saw that it was good, he liked it well.
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So is it in our Renovation;
So is it in our Renovation;
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all that good which God works in us, he doth accept and approve, he doth not despise his own image, which though it shine more fairly in progressive Repentance,
all that good which God works in us, he does accept and approve, he does not despise his own image, which though it shine more fairly in progressive Repentance,
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yet is it truly stampt in our initial Conversion. 4. T•at which comes not only from a person, having faith,
yet is it truly stamped in our initial Conversion. 4. T•at which comes not only from a person, having faith,
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but from faith it self, that the Lord will graciously accept. but from faith it self, that the Lord will graciously accept.
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For as our actions do not please him without faith (it is impossible without faith to please God:) So on the contrary,
For as our actions do not please him without faith (it is impossible without faith to please God:) So on the contrary,
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when the actions do come from faith, they do please the Lord.
when the actions do come from faith, they do please the Lord.
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Abels Sacrifice presented in Faith, did please him, when Cains presented without faith, was not regarded;Abel's Sacrifice presented in Faith, did please him, when Cains presented without faith, was not regarded;
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faith puts a value and acceptance on our actions. But even initial Repentance comes from faith;
faith puts a valve and acceptance on our actions. But even initial Repentance comes from faith;
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the person is by faith united to Jesus Christ, from whom he hath received strength and grace to forsake his sins,
the person is by faith united to jesus christ, from whom he hath received strength and grace to forsake his Sins,
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and to become a servant of righteousness. 5. The Lord hath said, that he will not despise the day of small things;
and to become a servant of righteousness. 5. The Lord hath said, that he will not despise the day of small things;
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nor quench the smoaking flax, nor break the bruised reed: What Husbandman doth despise the little plant which he hath set? Or what father doth despise the little child he hath begoten? Why! nor quench the smoking flax, nor break the Bruised reed: What Husbandman does despise the little plant which he hath Set? Or what father does despise the little child he hath begotten? Why!
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that God who hath appointed all the meanes and ordinances, to cherish, and prop, and comfort,
that God who hath appointed all the means and ordinances, to cherish, and prop, and Comfort,
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and nourish, and perfect the initials of Repentance;
and nourish, and perfect the initials of Repentance;
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doth not he graciously accept of it? have we not reason to believe that he doth countenance these beginnings, who presently makes all provision for the nursing and supplies of it?
does not he graciously accept of it? have we not reason to believe that he does countenance these beginnings, who presently makes all provision for the nursing and supplies of it?
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To make some Application of this. 1. It convinceth the common obloquies and aspersions cast upon religion and religious courses to be meer injuries and falsities.
To make Some Application of this. 1. It Convinces the Common Obloquies and Aspersions cast upon Religion and religious courses to be mere injuries and falsities.
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viz. that if once you begin to be religions and penitential, then farwel all comfort; as if the grave of sin were the Resurrection of Griefe;viz. that if once you begin to be Religions and penitential, then farewell all Comfort; as if the grave of since were the Resurrection of Grief;
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or of necessity, men must be everlastingly pensive, if once truly, and seriously penitential: But this is false, no course so good, so comfortable, as the penitential;
or of necessity, men must be everlastingly pensive, if once truly, and seriously penitential: But this is false, no course so good, so comfortable, as the penitential;
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mercy to invite you, mercy to receive you, mercy to pardon you, and mercy to save you.
mercy to invite you, mercy to receive you, mercy to pardon you, and mercy to save you.
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As soon as ever we begin to be good, and to be penitent, and are entred into the way of new obedience, presently the merciful eye and favour of God is upon us; mercy looks after us;
As soon as ever we begin to be good, and to be penitent, and Are entered into the Way of new Obedience, presently the merciful eye and favour of God is upon us; mercy looks After us;
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and though we have been foul Transgressours, and have now but the very seeds and implantations of repentance (mixt with exceeding imperfections) yet the Lord will benignly and graciously accept of us, and love us.
and though we have been foul Transgressors, and have now but the very seeds and implantations of Repentance (mixed with exceeding imperfections) yet the Lord will benignly and graciously accept of us, and love us.
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And as it doth convince that errour, of the sadness of entring into a good course;
And as it does convince that error, of the sadness of entering into a good course;
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so also another errour, of the austerity and harshness of God towards poor Penitents, as if nothing would please the Lord but quantity, and great measures of Grace.
so also Another error, of the austerity and harshness of God towards poor Penitents, as if nothing would please the Lord but quantity, and great measures of Grace.
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Oh, if I had so much sorrow for sin! if I had so much hatred! if I had so much power over my corruptions! Why!
O, if I had so much sorrow for since! if I had so much hatred! if I had so much power over my corruptions! Why!
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it were well if thou hadst, and thou doest not well, if thou strivest not beyond all the measure of grace which thou doest attain:
it were well if thou Hadst, and thou dost not well, if thou Strivest not beyond all the measure of grace which thou dost attain:
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But then to think, that onely great grace is in grace with God, and not little grace;
But then to think, that only great grace is in grace with God, and not little grace;
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Repentance grown, and not Repentance begun; that God will not look on drops, but rivers; not on weakness, but strength onely;
Repentance grown, and not Repentance begun; that God will not look on drops, but Rivers; not on weakness, but strength only;
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that a poor, contrite, broken, troubled soul, which prizeth grace above heaven, and hates sin above hell,
that a poor, contrite, broken, troubled soul, which prizeth grace above heaven, and hates since above hell,
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but yet is troubled with the presence of much corruption, and is apprehensive of manifold wants in all kinds of grace, that the Lord will never look upon such a thin, new, weak Christian, unless with austerity and distance:
but yet is troubled with the presence of much corruption, and is apprehensive of manifold Wants in all Kinds of grace, that the Lord will never look upon such a thin, new, weak Christian, unless with austerity and distance:
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Why do we thus belie the Lord? and falsifie the graciousness of the Almighty? who doth so love holiness,
Why do we thus belie the Lord? and falsify the graciousness of the Almighty? who does so love holiness,
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and delight in the conversion of a sinner, that as soon as ever the sinner begins truly to repent, the Lord hath thoughts of mercy and peace for him, he is observed and accepted, (Ananias is presently sent to Paul,) messengers of peace are presently dispatched, Patents of mercy are sealed for him.
and delight in the conversion of a sinner, that as soon as ever the sinner begins truly to Repent, the Lord hath thoughts of mercy and peace for him, he is observed and accepted, (Ananias is presently sent to Paul,) messengers of peace Are presently dispatched, Patents of mercy Are sealed for him.
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And thirdly, It doth justly abase that unworthy, proud, and censorious harshness and strangeness, which many (who would take it ill,
And Thirdly, It does justly abase that unworthy, proud, and censorious harshness and strangeness, which many (who would take it ill,
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if they be not in your opinion set up in the highest form of Piety,) do sinfully or foolishly express, either in condemning, or in contemning such as fall very short (in the penitential work) of others, or of themselves;
if they be not in your opinion Set up in the highest from of Piety,) do sinfully or foolishly express, either in condemning, or in contemning such as fallen very short (in the penitential work) of Others, or of themselves;
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yea, and will shun tender society with them, till they see some further perfections and ripenesses. Alas, what do we!
yea, and will shun tender society with them, till they see Some further perfections and ripenesses. Alas, what do we!
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by what rule do we walk? whose example do we look upon? We must be wise, it's true;
by what Rule do we walk? whose Exampl do we look upon? We must be wise, it's true;
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and what wisdome is it to leave tender buds to the frost, which we might have covered and enlarged with heat and warmth? I beseech you, let us pause a while: 1. Are all in our Family Men? Are there not some Children, perhaps new-born Babes? Are all in the Flock strong Sheep? are there not some Lambs (perhaps) newly yeaned? Are all the Stars in the Heaven of the same magnitude? some are greater, others are less, yet all in the Heavens.
and what Wisdom is it to leave tender buds to the frost, which we might have covered and enlarged with heat and warmth? I beseech you, let us pause a while: 1. are all in our Family Men? are there not Some Children, perhaps newborn Babes? are all in the Flock strong Sheep? Are there not Some Lambs (perhaps) newly yeaned? are all the Stars in the Heaven of the same magnitude? Some Are greater, Others Are less, yet all in the Heavens.
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Do you despise Children? reject the Lambs? or slight the Moon, because of her spots,
Do you despise Children? reject the Lambs? or slight the Moon, Because of her spots,
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and lesser light than that of the Sun? Why! we read of the like disparity in the heavenly course:
and lesser Light than that of the Sun? Why! we read of the like disparity in the heavenly course:
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St. John tells us of Fathers, and of Young-men, and of Chidren too, yea, and of Babes; and Christ advised Peter 's respects,
Saint John tells us of Father's, and of Young men, and of Children too, yea, and of Babes; and christ advised Peter is respects,
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as well unto the Lambs, as unto the Sheep. 2. Were not we Beginners once our selves? Was our Sun at the top? our Gold so exquisitely pure? did not we then need compassions and helps in times of infancy, weakness, conflicts, temptations? What is our present strength,
as well unto the Lambs, as unto the Sheep. 2. Were not we Beginners once our selves? Was our Sun At the top? our Gold so exquisitely pure? did not we then need compassions and helps in times of infancy, weakness, conflicts, temptations? What is our present strength,
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but some help to former weakness? Time was, we could hardly go or stand, although now we can walk and run:
but Some help to former weakness? Time was, we could hardly go or stand, although now we can walk and run:
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What a childishness is it, for the Artist in Grammar to slight the Youth who is now spelling his Letters,
What a childishness is it, for the Artist in Grammar to slight the Youth who is now spelling his Letters,
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when this was the first Line of his own Learning, the first step whereby he went to his height? 3. And did God despise us in our beginnings? Did not he gently lead those that were with young, and carried the Lambs in his arms? as the Prophet speaks.
when this was the First Line of his own Learning, the First step whereby he went to his height? 3. And did God despise us in our beginnings? Did not he gently led those that were with young, and carried the Lambs in his arms? as the Prophet speaks.
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How often hath he laid our fainting and weak souls to the brests of consolation? comforted us in our fears? strengthened our feeble hands? answered our doubts? 4. Nor doth he now slight them, whom he tenderly owns upon the very entrances into a new and holy course, sees them afar off, and hath compassion:
How often hath he laid our fainting and weak Souls to the breasts of consolation? comforted us in our fears? strengthened our feeble hands? answered our doubts? 4. Nor does he now slight them, whom he tenderly owns upon the very entrances into a new and holy course, sees them afar off, and hath compassion:
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Why then do we so slight and neglect them, and put them from us, who have as good a God as our selves, (and if we be good,) the same, the same Christ,
Why then do we so slight and neglect them, and put them from us, who have as good a God as our selves, (and if we be good,) the same, the same christ,
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and also the same truth and reality of Repentance? And is not Minimum Christi amabile? But they are indiscreet? Surely, they are no true penitents that are very fools:
and also the same truth and reality of Repentance? And is not Minimum Christ amabile? But they Are indiscreet? Surely, they Are no true penitents that Are very Fools:
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No man so wise as he who is wise for his soul. But they have many failings? And not one of them approved, all bewailed.
No man so wise as he who is wise for his soul. But they have many failings? And not one of them approved, all bewailed.
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But they come short in Duties, alas they are very short? In expressions, which the vilest hypocrite may excel in;
But they come short in Duties, alas they Are very short? In expressions, which the Vilest hypocrite may excel in;
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not in affections, which the true penitent onely abounds in. Therefore repent of your pride and state:
not in affections, which the true penitent only abounds in. Therefore Repent of your pride and state:
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Seest thou a penitent higher than thy self, honour him, and imitate; seest thou a penitent lower than thy self, honour and cherish him:
See thou a penitent higher than thy self, honour him, and imitate; See thou a penitent lower than thy self, honour and cherish him:
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God will meet him with much mercy, do thou meet him with much love and pity.
God will meet him with much mercy, do thou meet him with much love and pity.
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And take these Ten Evidences, that a mans Repentance is true, though weak; and real, though but initial. 1. He is much in Grief, though little in Strength: And take these Ten Evidences, that a men Repentance is true, though weak; and real, though but initial. 1. He is much in Grief, though little in Strength:
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He will grieve for sinning, though he should never be damned for sin;
He will grieve for sinning, though he should never be damned for since;
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and sin is his daily grief, as it is his daily temptation. 2. He hates sin, though he cannot be rid of it:
and since is his daily grief, as it is his daily temptation. 2. He hates since, though he cannot be rid of it:
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His soul loaths not onely the actions, but nature also of sin. 3. He conflicts with sin, though he cannot conquer it;
His soul Loathes not only the actions, but nature also of since. 3. He conflicts with since, though he cannot conquer it;
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is an Enemy to it, though not a Conquerour over it, though much assaulted by it;
is an Enemy to it, though not a Conqueror over it, though much assaulted by it;
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fears Sin more than Hell. 4. He will not be a Servant, though sometimes he is forced to be a Captive:
fears since more than Hell. 4. He will not be a Servant, though sometime he is forced to be a Captive:
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His Will and Love are unconquerable. 5. He cries out for help, though he be not yet delivered; O Lord, help:
His Will and Love Are unconquerable. 5. He cries out for help, though he be not yet Delivered; O Lord, help:
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Laments his condition, because so pestered with sinfull motions. 6. He must have God reconciled, though he much questions it:
Laments his condition, Because so pestered with sinful motions. 6. He must have God reconciled, though he much questions it:
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He must have Christ, and Mercy, &c. 7. He would obey God in all things, though he falls very short of it.
He must have christ, and Mercy, etc. 7. He would obey God in all things, though he falls very short of it.
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8. He prizes more Grace, and strives after it, though he enjoyes very little of it.
8. He prizes more Grace, and strives After it, though he enjoys very little of it.
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9. He holds up his purpose to walk with God, though he be not able, in every thing,
9. He holds up his purpose to walk with God, though he be not able, in every thing,
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and at all times, to make it good. and At all times, to make it good.
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10. What he wants in the heights of Repentance, is made up in the depths of Humbleness and Mournfulness.
10. What he Wants in the heights of Repentance, is made up in the depths of Humbleness and Mournfulness.
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A fourth Use of this Point shall be for Comfort and Support, to such as have though but the initials of Repentance in them:
A fourth Use of this Point shall be for Comfort and Support, to such as have though but the initials of Repentance in them:
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The fountain of Godly sorrow drops, though but a little, and the journey of an holy life is but begun;
The fountain of Godly sorrow drops, though but a little, and the journey of an holy life is but begun;
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they have newly (within these few dayes) set the first foot in the paths of God.
they have newly (within these few days) Set the First foot in the paths of God.
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What shall I say to such persons? Surely, 1. Let them not be discouraged at all:
What shall I say to such Persons? Surely, 1. Let them not be discouraged At all:
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Though it be but a little grace, Repentance newly planted and begun; yet if it be true Grace, 1. It is worth a who•e world:
Though it be but a little grace, Repentance newly planted and begun; yet if it be true Grace, 1. It is worth a who•e world:
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One mans Soul is worth the World, much more is Grace; Grace (even in the least degree of it) is of an invaluable allay:
One men Soul is worth the World, much more is Grace; Grace (even in the least degree of it) is of an invaluable allay:
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The Lord hath shewn thee mercy indeed, if he has bestowed any grace on thee;
The Lord hath shown thee mercy indeed, if he has bestowed any grace on thee;
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it is more worth than if he had given thee all the Kingdomes of the World;
it is more worth than if he had given thee all the Kingdoms of the World;
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more, in respect of Excellency, and in respect of Consequence. 2. As little as it is, it is as much as ever any Penitent had at the first. 'Tis true, our improvements of Grace are very different in the course of our lives,
more, in respect of Excellency, and in respect of Consequence. 2. As little as it is, it is as much as ever any Penitent had At the First. It's true, our improvements of Grace Are very different in the course of our lives,
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but the habitual implantations of grace are alike and equal:
but the habitual implantations of grace Are alike and equal:
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Thou hast as much now as ever any had at first, who are now gone to heaven. 3. As little as it is, it shall pull down,
Thou hast as much now as ever any had At First, who Are now gone to heaven. 3. As little as it is, it shall pull down,
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and work out the strongest sin that ever did cleave unto thee; though not at once, yet by degrees;and work out the Strongest since that ever did cleave unto thee; though not At once, yet by Degrees;
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a beam of Light which appears in the morning seems no great matter to deal with all the darkness in the ayr,
a beam of Light which appears in the morning seems no great matter to deal with all the darkness in the air,
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yet depending upon such a strong principle and fountain as the Sun, it doth by degrees chase away, &c. 4. As little and as weak as it is, it shall never cease, till it hath brought thee to heaven:
yet depending upon such a strong principle and fountain as the Sun, it does by Degrees chase away, etc. 4. As little and as weak as it is, it shall never cease, till it hath brought thee to heaven:
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The Ark and many tossings, and thy weak Grace shall have many assaults;
The Ark and many tossings, and thy weak Grace shall have many assaults;
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but thy weak Grace is in the sure hands of a strong God, who by it will make thee more than Conquerour, through him that loved thee. 5. As weak as it is now, it shall be stronger and stronger: God hath but begun his work in thee, the which he will finish;
but thy weak Grace is in the sure hands of a strong God, who by it will make thee more than Conqueror, through him that loved thee. 5. As weak as it is now, it shall be Stronger and Stronger: God hath but begun his work in thee, the which he will finish;
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the Foundation is laid, but the Covering is to come: The seed is but sown, which will arise and spread;
the Foundation is laid, but the Covering is to come: The seed is but sown, which will arise and spread;
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the fire kindled, which will be blown and flaming: God doth not leave any gracious work, until he hath made it glorious;
the fire kindled, which will be blown and flaming: God does not leave any gracious work, until he hath made it glorious;
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and having given truth, will also enlarge it to a just measure, sufficient for thy soul, and place, and salvation.
and having given truth, will also enlarge it to a just measure, sufficient for thy soul, and place, and salvation.
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2. Nay, let them be encouraged and rejoice: Even a little Grace may be just cause of great joy.
2. Nay, let them be encouraged and rejoice: Even a little Grace may be just cause of great joy.
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The Mother rejoyceth much if the Child be born: Though your Repentance wants much, in respect of gradual perfection;
The Mother Rejoiceth much if the Child be born: Though your Repentance Wants much, in respect of gradual perfection;
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yet being real and true, 1. All the sins that you have committed, are pardoned:
yet being real and true, 1. All the Sins that you have committed, Are pardoned:
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The promise of pardon or remission of sins, presently and assuredly opens to every true Penitent;
The promise of pardon or remission of Sins, presently and assuredly Opens to every true Penitent;
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as soon as the wicked forsakes his ways, and the unrighteous man his thoughts, and turns to the Lord, he will have mercy, and abundantly pardon.
as soon as the wicked forsakes his ways, and the unrighteous man his thoughts, and turns to the Lord, he will have mercy, and abundantly pardon.
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He who doth more perfect and polish his repentance, it is confessed, that he hath the more assurance and comfort of his pardon;
He who does more perfect and polish his Repentance, it is confessed, that he hath the more assurance and Comfort of his pardon;
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but the right unto, and grant of pardon, immediately appertains to a person upon the very entrance of his repentance.
but the right unto, and grant of pardon, immediately appertains to a person upon the very Entrance of his Repentance.
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Now pardon of sins is a testimony of Gods highest Love, and therefore a cause of most exceeding joy. 2. If you should now die, you should be saved. The first fruits you know were a pledge of the full harvest;
Now pardon of Sins is a testimony of God's highest Love, and Therefore a cause of most exceeding joy. 2. If you should now die, you should be saved. The First fruits you know were a pledge of the full harvest;
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though you have but as it were the first fruits of Repentance, yet these are sure pawns of fullest glory.
though you have but as it were the First fruits of Repentance, yet these Are sure pawns of Fullest glory.
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Godly sorrow worketh repentance of salvation. Christ saith, Blessed are the poor in spirit; Godly sorrow works Repentance of salvation. christ Says, Blessed Are the poor in Spirit;
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for theirs is the Kingdome of Heaven, Matth. 5. 3. Though you have but some lower, weaker stock of Graces,for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven, Matthew 5. 3. Though you have but Some lower, Weaker stock of Graces,
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so that you are in your own opinion poor, scarce worth any thing, or enjoying of any thing,
so that you Are in your own opinion poor, scarce worth any thing, or enjoying of any thing,
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yet the weakest Christian shall have an Heavenly Kingdome. 3. Your persons are dear unto God.
yet the Weakest Christian shall have an Heavenly Kingdom. 3. Your Persons Are dear unto God.
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Jer. 31. 18. I have surely heard Ephraim bemoaning himself;
Jer. 31. 18. I have surely herd Ephraim bemoaning himself;
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Is Ephraim my dear son? is he my pleasant child? &c. So Isa. 66. To this man will I look,
Is Ephraim my dear son? is he my pleasant child? etc. So Isaiah 66. To this man will I look,
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even to him that is poor, and of a contrite spirit. 4. Your weak services are accepted: even to him that is poor, and of a contrite Spirit. 4. Your weak services Are accepted:
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God hears your groans, considers your sighs, puts your tears into his bottel. 5. By reason of that reality in your repentance, the Lord will pass by many infirmities and imperfections:
God hears your groans, considers your sighs, puts your tears into his Bottle. 5. By reason of that reality in your Repentance, the Lord will pass by many infirmities and imperfections:
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Infirmities shall not hinder, where a reality of Grace and Repentance is begun. They in the time of Hezekiah did truly repent and prepare before the Passover;
Infirmities shall not hinder, where a reality of Grace and Repentance is begun. They in the time of Hezekiah did truly Repent and prepare before the Passover;
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and though they were very defective, yet the defects did not prevail to hinder the effects and acceptance of their service.
and though they were very defective, yet the defects did not prevail to hinder the effects and acceptance of their service.
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I will spare them, as a man spareth his own son that serveth him, Mal. 3. 17. How indulgent is the tender father to the obedient child,I will spare them, as a man spares his own son that serves him, Malachi 3. 17. How indulgent is the tender father to the obedient child,
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though he can do but very little, and very weakly? Where the Lord seeth that the heart is rightly set;
though he can do but very little, and very weakly? Where the Lord sees that the heart is rightly Set;
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O Lord, I would not offend thee; O Lord, I would obey thee;
Oh Lord, I would not offend thee; Oh Lord, I would obey thee;
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then he is very mercifull to pass by our failings, and to accept of our weak beginnings, and very weak endeavours.
then he is very merciful to pass by our failings, and to accept of our weak beginnings, and very weak endeavours.
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Now I come to a second Proposition, which is, That God is very ready and quick to shew all kinds of mercy to the true Penitent.
Now I come to a second Proposition, which is, That God is very ready and quick to show all Kinds of mercy to the true Penitent.
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I said I will confess, and thou forgavest me. I said I will confess, and thou forgavest me.
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You see here in the Text, what tender, what affectionate, what speedy, what free mercy is shewed to the returning Prodigal (His Father saw him afar off,
You see Here in the Text, what tender, what affectionate, what speedy, what free mercy is showed to the returning Prodigal (His Father saw him afar off,
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and had compassion, and ran, and fell on his neck, and kissed him.) What could he do more? There is a great difference twixt Gods coming to punish a sinner,and had compassion, and ran, and fell on his neck, and kissed him.) What could he do more? There is a great difference betwixt God's coming to Punish a sinner,
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and his coming to shew mercy to a Penitent:
and his coming to show mercy to a Penitent:
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(Tardus ad vindictam,) when he is to inflict punishment, then he walks and deliberates,(Tardus ad vindictam,) when he is to inflict punishment, then he walks and deliberates,
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as it were, there is a kind of strife within him;
as it were, there is a kind of strife within him;
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How shall I give thee up, O Ephraim? how shall I deliver thee up, O Israel? how shall I make thee as Admah? how shall I set thee as Zeboim? Mine heart is turned within me, my repentings are kindled together, Hos. 11. 8. He is slow to wrath, Nah. 1. 3. but then he is velox ad misericordiam, swift, quick and ready to shew mercy.How shall I give thee up, Oh Ephraim? how shall I deliver thee up, Oh Israel? how shall I make thee as Admah? how shall I Set thee as Zeboim? Mine heart is turned within me, my repentings Are kindled together, Hos. 11. 8. He is slow to wrath, Nah. 1. 3. but then he is Swift ad misericordiam, swift, quick and ready to show mercy.
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He runs here in the Text to accept of the penitent Prodigal.
He runs Here in the Text to accept of the penitent Prodigal.
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As soon as ever Ephraim said, I repented, Jer. 31. 19. instantly it follows, I will surely have mercy upon him saith the Lord, v. 20. I have sinned, saith David; Nathan hath it in Commission presently, 2 Sam. 12 13. The Lord hath done away thy sin.
As soon as ever Ephraim said, I repented, Jer. 31. 19. instantly it follows, I will surely have mercy upon him Says the Lord, v. 20. I have sinned, Says David; Nathan hath it in Commission presently, 2 Sam. 12 13. The Lord hath done away thy since.
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The Prophet Esay, c. 30. 18. hath a singular phrase; The Lord will wait that he may be gracious unto you.
The Prophet Isaiah, c. 30. 18. hath a singular phrase; The Lord will wait that he may be gracious unto you.
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He doth even watch, and listen, and hearken for the first hint and occasion to shew mercy;
He does even watch, and listen, and harken for the First hint and occasion to show mercy;
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I hearkened and heard, Jer. 8. Why will ye die, O house of Israel! I harkened and herd, Jer. 8. Why will you die, Oh house of Israel!
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Ezek. 18. 31. What an expression is that? q. d. Lo here's mercy for you,
Ezekiel 18. 31. What an expression is that? q. worser. Lo here's mercy for you,
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if you will but leave your sins: I pray you draw not confusion on your selves;
if you will but leave your Sins: I pray you draw not confusion on your selves;
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mercy is better than wrath, turn you and live; do not refuse mercy:
mercy is better than wrath, turn you and live; do not refuse mercy:
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I stand not upon what is past, so that you will repent, I had rather shew you mercy.
I stand not upon what is past, so that you will Repent, I had rather show you mercy.
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For the opening of this excellent Assertion, premise these particulars. 1. What it is to shew mercy. 2. What it is to be ready and quick, &c. 1. To shew mercy to a Penitent, imports many things, v. g. Pitifull Compassion, Acceptance into Grace and Favour, abundant Pardon, withdrawment of Wrath and Evil, collation of any Good;
For the opening of this excellent Assertion, premise these particulars. 1. What it is to show mercy. 2. What it is to be ready and quick, etc. 1. To show mercy to a Penitent, imports many things, v. g. Pitiful Compassion, Acceptance into Grace and Favour, abundant Pardon, withdrawment of Wrath and Evil, collation of any Good;
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all this is shewing of mercy;
all this is showing of mercy;
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when God doth pity a man, bring him into favour, remit offences, take off judgments, pour down blessings;
when God does pity a man, bring him into favour, remit offences, take off Judgments, pour down blessings;
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thus is the Lord ready to do to the true Penitent, if a man repents (indeed) of his sins.
thus is the Lord ready to do to the true Penitent, if a man repents (indeed) of his Sins.
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The Lord, 1. Will pity him: He will have compassion on us, saith the Church, Mic. 7. 19. and will pity him as a Father doth the Child, Psal. 103. 13. 2. Will accept him into favour: (i.) He will be reconciled unto him,
The Lord, 1. Will pity him: He will have compassion on us, Says the Church, Mic. 7. 19. and will pity him as a Father does the Child, Psalm 103. 13. 2. Will accept him into favour: (i.) He will be reconciled unto him,
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and will be highly well pleased with him;
and will be highly well pleased with him;
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He shall pray unto God, and he will be favourable unto him, and he shall see his face with joy; He shall pray unto God, and he will be favourable unto him, and he shall see his face with joy;
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said Elihu, Job 33. 26. When they in Isa. 1. did cease to do evil, and learn to do well, Come now, saith the Lord, and let us reason together: q. d.
said Elihu, Job 33. 26. When they in Isaiah 1. did cease to do evil, and Learn to do well, Come now, Says the Lord, and let us reason together: q. worser.
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We are now very good friends, all is well, I love you, I am pacified towards you. 3. Will pardon him: (i.) discharge him of all the guilt, that it shall not be redundant;
We Are now very good Friends, all is well, I love you, I am pacified towards you. 3. Will pardon him: (i.) discharge him of all the guilt, that it shall not be redundant;
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he will blot out his iniquities, and remember them no more;
he will blot out his iniquities, and Remember them no more;
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and though they be sought for, yet they shall not be found, Jer. 50. 20. If the wicked forsake his ways, and his thoughts, God will abundantly pardon him, Isa. 55. 7. 4. Will withdraw his wrath: And therefore it is said, that he reserves not wrath for ever, and it is but for a moment:
and though they be sought for, yet they shall not be found, Jer. 50. 20. If the wicked forsake his ways, and his thoughts, God will abundantly pardon him, Isaiah 55. 7. 4. Will withdraw his wrath: And Therefore it is said, that he reserves not wrath for ever, and it is but for a moment:
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He breaks off the shackles and bolts, Mic. 7. 18. Mine anger is turned away from him, saith God of penitent Israel, Hos. 14. 4. Lastly, Will bestow any Covenant blessings upon him:
He breaks off the shackles and bolts, Mic. 7. 18. Mine anger is turned away from him, Says God of penitent Israel, Hos. 14. 4. Lastly, Will bestow any Covenant blessings upon him:
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If you consent and obey, you shall eat the good of the Land, Esa. 1. 19. And Hos. 2. 21. The Lord will hear the heavens,
If you consent and obey, you shall eat the good of the Land, Isaiah 1. 19. And Hos. 2. 21. The Lord will hear the heavens,
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and the heavens shall hear the earth, and the earth shall hear the corn and the wine,
and the heavens shall hear the earth, and the earth shall hear the corn and the wine,
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and all these shall hear Jezreel. and all these shall hear Jezrael.
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2. To be ready to shew mercy, is opposite to dulness and slowness, and imports a speedy aptness, and quickness, and chearfulness.
2. To be ready to show mercy, is opposite to dullness and slowness, and imports a speedy aptness, and quickness, and cheerfulness.
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There is a four-fold readiness in this kind. 1. One is of apprehension, which consists in a quick observation of the misery and need that a sinner lies under:
There is a fourfold readiness in this kind. 1. One is of apprehension, which consists in a quick observation of the misery and need that a sinner lies under:
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Such a readiness to mercy there is in God to a penitent sinner.
Such a readiness to mercy there is in God to a penitent sinner.
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I have heard Ephraim bemoaning himself, Jer. 31. 18. Ephraim did grieve for sin, was much troubled,I have herd Ephraim bemoaning himself, Jer. 31. 18. Ephraim did grieve for since, was much troubled,
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and ashamed, and confounded, (Alas, I have sinned, I have offended the Lord:) Well, saith God, I have heard Ephraim bemoaning himself;
and ashamed, and confounded, (Alas, I have sinned, I have offended the Lord:) Well, Says God, I have herd Ephraim bemoaning himself;
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q. d. I take special notice of him.q. worser. I take special notice of him.
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Or as he expresseth it in Hos. 14. 8. I have heard him, and observed him.
Or as he Expresses it in Hos. 14. 8. I have herd him, and observed him.
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2. Another is of Commiseration, (that is) God takes the condition of the Penitent to heart.
2. another is of Commiseration, (that is) God Takes the condition of the Penitent to heart.
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He doth look on him with tender affections, (my bowels are troubled for him, Jer. 31. 20.) As when a Parent beholds a Child falling down and begging for acceptance with flouds of tears, this goes to the very heart of him, it stirs his affections, &c. 3. A third is of Resolution: I will surely have mercy upon him.
He does look on him with tender affections, (my bowels Are troubled for him, Jer. 31. 20.) As when a Parent beholds a Child falling down and begging for acceptance with floods of tears, this Goes to the very heart of him, it stirs his affections, etc. 3. A third is of Resolution: I will surely have mercy upon him.
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The nature of God doth presently incline him to pass by offences, and to accept of the Penitent, to think thoughts of peace and mercy towards him. 4. A fourth is, of Expression: (i.) the Lord is very ready, not onely to intend mercy,
The nature of God does presently incline him to pass by offences, and to accept of the Penitent, to think thoughts of peace and mercy towards him. 4. A fourth is, of Expression: (i.) the Lord is very ready, not only to intend mercy,
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but to manifest it unto the penitent person;
but to manifest it unto the penitent person;
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and therefore as soon as ever any soul doth repent, God doth send unto him by the Ministry of the Gospel,
and Therefore as soon as ever any soul does Repent, God does send unto him by the Ministry of the Gospel,
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and assures him by all his loving promises, that there is mercy for him. Isa. 40. 1. Comfort ye my people. Act. 2. 39. The promise is to you, and to your children.
and assures him by all his loving promises, that there is mercy for him. Isaiah 40. 1. Comfort you my people. Act. 2. 39. The promise is to you, and to your children.
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'Tis thus spoken presently upon their Repentance.
It's thus spoken presently upon their Repentance.
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The Promises of Pardon are Letters Patents of Graciousness, and are sealed by the very Truth of God,
The Promises of Pardon Are Letters Patents of Graciousness, and Are sealed by the very Truth of God,
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and left open for any penitent person to behold Gods abundant mercy to forgive him, and to accept of him.
and left open for any penitent person to behold God's abundant mercy to forgive him, and to accept of him.
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3. God is not onely ready to shew mercy to the Penitent, but all kinds of mercy. You may read in Scripture of several qualifications (as it were) of mercy;
3. God is not only ready to show mercy to the Penitent, but all Kinds of mercy. You may read in Scripture of several qualifications (as it were) of mercy;
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1. There is Free mercy; which is an acceptance of, and a remission or discharge, without any desert in the party receiving;
1. There is Free mercy; which is an acceptance of, and a remission or discharge, without any desert in the party receiving;
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though he hath no•hing to deserve mercy, nay, though he hath enough to deserve wrath, yet the Lord will freely forgive him;
though he hath no•hing to deserve mercy, nay, though he hath enough to deserve wrath, yet the Lord will freely forgive him;
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such a kind of mercy hath God for the Penitent;
such a kind of mercy hath God for the Penitent;
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and therefore he saith of such, I will love them freely, Hos. 14. 4. and that he forgives them for his own sake, Esa. 43. 2. There is Abundant mercy: God is said to be rich in mercy, to be plentifull in compassion, to have manifold mercies,
and Therefore he Says of such, I will love them freely, Hos. 14. 4. and that he forgives them for his own sake, Isaiah 43. 2. There is Abundant mercy: God is said to be rich in mercy, to be plentiful in compassion, to have manifold Mercies,
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even multitudes of mercy, and to pardon abundantly. Though the penitent hath many sins to be pardoned, and many necessities to be supplied,
even Multitudes of mercy, and to pardon abundantly. Though the penitent hath many Sins to be pardoned, and many necessities to be supplied,
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yet the Lord is very ready to multiply pardons unto him; not to forgive some sins onely, but all the sins committed:
yet the Lord is very ready to multiply Pardons unto him; not to forgive Some Sins only, but all the Sins committed:
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It is not the quantity of sins for number, nor the quality of sins for kind,
It is not the quantity of Sins for number, nor the quality of Sins for kind,
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nor the aggravations of sins by circumstances, which hinders mercy, if a a man be penitent;
nor the aggravations of Sins by Circumstances, which hinders mercy, if a a man be penitent;
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but though the sins were as red as Scarlet, they shall be as white as Snow;
but though the Sins were as read as Scarlet, they shall be as white as Snow;
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and though they have been like Crimson, they shall be as Wool, Esa. 1. 18. 3. There is Tender mercy: Tenderness consists in an easiness of Compassion, and forward willingness to help. and though they have been like Crimson, they shall be as Wool, Isaiah 1. 18. 3. There is Tender mercy: Tenderness consists in an easiness of Compassion, and forward willingness to help.
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The tender Mother easily draws out the brests. Such a tenderness of mercy is there in God to the Penitent;
The tender Mother Easily draws out the breasts. Such a tenderness of mercy is there in God to the Penitent;
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he is most willing to forgive, he rejoyceth to shew mercy, and doth it with his whole heart.
he is most willing to forgive, he Rejoiceth to show mercy, and does it with his Whole heart.
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Nor doth he upbraid and grieve the sinner when he sheweth mercy; but in the shewing of mercy, onely shews mercy;
Nor does he upbraid and grieve the sinner when he shows mercy; but in the showing of mercy, only shows mercy;
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he will forgive sins, and never mention them any more to the forgiven Penitent. 4. There is Sure mercy: A penitent person may be unsure of many things of his earthly comforts, of his worldly friends, of his own life;
he will forgive Sins, and never mention them any more to the forgiven Penitent. 4. There is Sure mercy: A penitent person may be unsure of many things of his earthly comforts, of his worldly Friends, of his own life;
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but of two things he may be sure, of Heaven hereafter, and of Mercy presently;
but of two things he may be sure, of Heaven hereafter, and of Mercy presently;
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as soon as ever his heart is taken off from sin, his faith may look on mercy:
as soon as ever his heart is taken off from since, his faith may look on mercy:
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Though he hath reason to be grieved for sins, yet he hath no reason to doubt the pardon of his sins;
Though he hath reason to be grieved for Sins, yet he hath no reason to doubt the pardon of his Sins;
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for that God who hath promised to pardon abundantly, hath also said, I will surely have mercy on him, Jer. 31. 20. 5. There is Loving and reviving mercy, such as takes off the turbulency of the Conscience, settles,
for that God who hath promised to pardon abundantly, hath also said, I will surely have mercy on him, Jer. 31. 20. 5. There is Loving and reviving mercy, such as Takes off the turbulency of the Conscience, settles,
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and composeth, and speaks peace unto it, and admirably refresheth it by the impression of Divine consolations.
and composeth, and speaks peace unto it, and admirably refresheth it by the impression of Divine consolations.
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even such mercy is God ready also to give to the penitent, even to bind up their bruised spirits,
even such mercy is God ready also to give to the penitent, even to bind up their Bruised spirits,
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and to give them beauty for ashes, the oyle of joy for mourning, and the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness.
and to give them beauty for Ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and the garment of praise for the Spirit of heaviness.
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Isa. 61. 1, 2. He will create lips of peace, and words of comfort, Speak comfortable to Jerusalem, say unto her, that her sins are pardoned. Isa. 40. 〈 ◊ 〉.
Isaiah 61. 1, 2. He will create lips of peace, and words of Comfort, Speak comfortable to Jerusalem, say unto her, that her Sins Are pardoned. Isaiah 40. 〈 ◊ 〉.
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But why is God so ready to shew mercy to the penitent person? Sol. There are reasons, partly respecting God, and the penitent.
But why is God so ready to show mercy to the penitent person? Sol. There Are Reasons, partly respecting God, and the penitent.
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1. In respect of God. 1. It is his nature to be the Lord, the Lord God, gracious, merciful, abundant in goodness and truth, forgiving iniquity, transgression, and sin; therefore called a Father, 1. In respect of God. 1. It is his nature to be the Lord, the Lord God, gracious, merciful, abundant in Goodness and truth, forgiving iniquity, Transgression, and since; Therefore called a Father,
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and the Father of mercies, a Husband, Friend, Physician: Every nature is apt to produce, or send out such acts as lye within it,
and the Father of Mercies, a Husband, Friend, physician: Every nature is apt to produce, or send out such acts as lie within it,
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and are suitable unto it, The Fire is apt to heat, and the Sun to shine, and the Water to moisten:
and Are suitable unto it, The Fire is apt to heat, and the Sun to shine, and the Water to moisten:
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The liberal man, it is his nature to be apt to give, and the courteous man to speak kindly;
The liberal man, it is his nature to be apt to give, and the courteous man to speak kindly;
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the nature of the Lord is merciful, and therefore no wonder, that he is ready to shew mercy. 2. It is his promise to shew mercy to the penitent;
the nature of the Lord is merciful, and Therefore no wonder, that he is ready to show mercy. 2. It is his promise to show mercy to the penitent;
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his nature is ready to pity any man in misery, and to offer him mercy and help;
his nature is ready to pity any man in misery, and to offer him mercy and help;
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but besides this, he is ready to make good his promises, he hath passed his holy word of truth, that he will have mercy on the penitent;
but beside this, he is ready to make good his promises, he hath passed his holy word of truth, that he will have mercy on the penitent;
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the promises are so many that I cannot mention them, See Isai. 55. Ezek. 18. &c. 3. It is his delight to shew them mercy;
the promises Are so many that I cannot mention them, See Isaiah 55. Ezekiel 18. etc. 3. It is his delight to show them mercy;
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he delighteth in mercy. Mic. 7. 18. What any delights in, that he is ready to do;he delights in mercy. Mic. 7. 18. What any delights in, that he is ready to do;
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there is nothing more facile to action, or more abundant in action, or more unweariable in action, then delight; delight is no burden:
there is nothing more facile to actium, or more abundant in actium, or more unweariable in actium, then delight; delight is no burden:
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when God shews mercy, he is doing that, wherein he delights. Two things God delights in, One is, a penitent soul (there is joy in heaven for his conversion,) and another is, to shew mercy to that Soul. Jer. 33. 8. I will pardon all their iniquities, whereby they have sinned against me.
when God shows mercy, he is doing that, wherein he delights. Two things God delights in, One is, a penitent soul (there is joy in heaven for his conversion,) and Another is, to show mercy to that Soul. Jer. 33. 8. I will pardon all their iniquities, whereby they have sinned against me.
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v. 9. And it shall be to me a name of joy.
v. 9. And it shall be to me a name of joy.
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4. It is his glory: is it the glory of a man to pass by an offence,
4. It is his glory: is it the glory of a man to pass by an offence,
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and is it not the glory of a God mercifully to pass over transgressions? you get by it, and God gets by it.
and is it not the glory of a God mercifully to pass over transgressions? you get by it, and God gets by it.
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Isai. 30. 18. Therefore will he be exalted, that he may have mercy upon you; Isaiah 30. 18. Therefore will he be exalted, that he may have mercy upon you;
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there be many things which do exalt God, (set his glory on high;) our humility doth it, our faith doth it,
there be many things which do exalt God, (Set his glory on high;) our humility does it, our faith does it,
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and his own mercies do it.
and his own Mercies do it.
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Jer. 33. 9. This shall be to me a name of joy and praise, and an honour before all the nations of the earth; Jer. 33. 9. This shall be to me a name of joy and praise, and an honour before all the Nations of the earth;
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who shall hear all the good that I do unto you. who shall hear all the good that I do unto you.
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When he pardons a sinner and shews him mercy, why now he gets him a Name;
When he Pardons a sinner and shows him mercy, why now he gets him a Name;
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Who is a God like unto thee, forgiving iniquity, transgression and sin? God gets him a name three wayes;Who is a God like unto thee, forgiving iniquity, Transgression and since? God gets him a name three ways;
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sometimes by Omnipotent acts, as when he works wonders: never was the like seen in Israel.
sometime by Omnipotent acts, as when he works wonders: never was the like seen in Israel.
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Sometimes by Vindictive acts, as when he over rules and confounds the great enemies of his people;
Sometime by Vindictive acts, as when he over rules and confounds the great enemies of his people;
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so he got him a name upon Pharaoh. Sometimes by his Gracious acts, as when he pardons a sinner.
so he god him a name upon Pharaoh. Sometime by his Gracious acts, as when he Pardons a sinner.
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Paul sets it down for all posterity to look on that mercy which was shewed unto him.Paul sets it down for all posterity to look on that mercy which was showed unto him.
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The Lord gives the Penitent mercy, and hereby he gets unto himself much Glory. 5. His love is great to Penitents, and therefore his mercy is ready for penitents:
The Lord gives the Penitent mercy, and hereby he gets unto himself much Glory. 5. His love is great to Penitents, and Therefore his mercy is ready for penitents:
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his general Love, his Philanthropie inclines him thus far as to reveale mercy, and to offer mercy,
his general Love, his Philanthropy inclines him thus Far as to reveal mercy, and to offer mercy,
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and to beseech by mercy, even the unkindest Impenitents, Why will ye dy? turn and live:
and to beseech by mercy, even the unkindest Impenitents, Why will you die? turn and live:
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When shall it once be? O then what must his special love produce? if he be ready to shew mercy to enemies, is he not ready to shew it to sons? If to Rebels,When shall it once be? Oh then what must his special love produce? if he be ready to show mercy to enemies, is he not ready to show it to Sons? If to Rebels,
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surely then to friends? if to them that disobey him, how much to them who do humble themselves at his footstool? who repent,
surely then to Friends? if to them that disobey him, how much to them who do humble themselves At his footstool? who Repent,
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for whose souls he gave the blood of his Son?
for whose Souls he gave the blood of his Son?
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Secondly in respect of the penitent themselves, God is very ready to shew them mercy. 1. There is nothing in the World that they need like mercy:
Secondly in respect of the penitent themselves, God is very ready to show them mercy. 1. There is nothing in the World that they need like mercy:
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It is the only Plaister for their wound, and Anchor for their Ship; if they have not mercy, they are undone.
It is the only Plaster for their wound, and Anchor for their Ship; if they have not mercy, they Are undone.
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Usually there is in every condition some one thing, which the heart of man doth most need;
Usually there is in every condition Some one thing, which the heart of man does most need;
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if he be sick, then health; if poor, then sufficiency; if dejected, then comfort; Christ tells Martha of one thing that was necessary:
if he be sick, then health; if poor, then sufficiency; if dejected, then Comfort; christ tells Martha of one thing that was necessary:
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and David he hath one thing to desire of the Lord;
and David he hath one thing to desire of the Lord;
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and the penitent person he hath one needful request too, O that God would be merciful to me a sinner, so the Publicane. 2. If God were not ready to shew mercy to the penitent, he might be swallowed up with despaire.
and the penitent person he hath one needful request too, Oh that God would be merciful to me a sinner, so the Publican. 2. If God were not ready to show mercy to the penitent, he might be swallowed up with despair.
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Isa. 57. 16. I will not contend for ever, neither will I be alwaies wroth, lest the spirit should fail before me:
Isaiah 57. 16. I will not contend for ever, neither will I be always wroth, lest the Spirit should fail before me:
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Do your know what belongs to a wounded Conscience, to the sence of sin and the wrath of God? how great,
Do your know what belongs to a wounded Conscience, to the sense of since and the wrath of God? how great,
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how sharp, how bitter? Is it a small thing, think you, to dwell with everlasting burnings? to see nothing but sin,
how sharp, how bitter? Is it a small thing, think you, to dwell with everlasting burnings? to see nothing but since,
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and Hell? No, No, the Lord knows what the severity of his wrath is,
and Hell? No, No, the Lord knows what the severity of his wrath is,
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and he knows what the Impotency of the soul is, and he knows what the terrour of a troubled conscience is,
and he knows what the Impotency of the soul is, and he knows what the terror of a troubled conscience is,
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how it sinks, and cracks if no hope of mercy appears;
how it sinks, and cracks if no hope of mercy appears;
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and therefore he is very ready to shew mercy to the penitent, lest despair should overwhelm them:
and Therefore he is very ready to show mercy to the penitent, lest despair should overwhelm them:
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despair is ready to rise in two cases; One is when there is exceeding tenderness and sensibleness of sin;
despair is ready to rise in two cases; One is when there is exceeding tenderness and sensibleness of since;
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Another is, when there is a long absence and improbability of mercy;
another is, when there is a long absence and improbability of mercy;
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for what hath the soul now to rest on, and to support it? Now off all persons living there are none so sensible of sin,
for what hath the soul now to rest on, and to support it? Now off all Persons living there Are none so sensible of since,
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as true penitents; (we may say of other people, as the Apostle did, the rest are hardned) and of all penitent people, they are most tender in conscience,
as true penitents; (we may say of other people, as the Apostle did, the rest Are hardened) and of all penitent people, they Are most tender in conscience,
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and apprehensive of sin, and fearfull about mercy, who are newly converted from a sinful way:
and apprehensive of since, and fearful about mercy, who Are newly converted from a sinful Way:
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O how hard is it to keep them above water, to perswade them that any mercy belongs to them? and therefore the Lord is ready to shew them mercy, that their spirits might not fail before him, nor be overwhelmed with despair.
Oh how hard is it to keep them above water, to persuade them that any mercy belongs to them? and Therefore the Lord is ready to show them mercy, that their spirits might not fail before him, nor be overwhelmed with despair.
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Is the Lord so ready to shew all kind of mercy to the penitent? Thence may we be instructed unto two things. 1. To the approbation. 2. To the application of our selves to a penitentiall Course.
Is the Lord so ready to show all kind of mercy to the penitent? Thence may we be instructed unto two things. 1. To the approbation. 2. To the application of our selves to a penitential Course.
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1. To the Approbation of a penitential Course:
1. To the Approbation of a penitential Course:
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Why are ye so averse, and accuse, and condemn it? They have a saying, that Finis dat amabilitatem Mediis: the end doth make the means lovely, it doth give spirit and encouragement to the use of means.
Why Are you so averse, and accuse, and condemn it? They have a saying, that Finis that amabilitatem Mediis: the end does make the means lovely, it does give Spirit and encouragement to the use of means.
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Repentance is in it self a most excellent and peculiar grace, a singular gift of God, and therefore desirable;
Repentance is in it self a most excellent and peculiar grace, a singular gift of God, and Therefore desirable;
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But besides that (Behold thy son liveth, &c.) it brings the soul to partake of mercy (of the choicest mercy in God) pardoning mercy, which is of most immediate concernment and influence to the everlasting salvation of man:
But beside that (Behold thy son lives, etc.) it brings the soul to partake of mercy (of the Choicest mercy in God) pardoning mercy, which is of most immediate concernment and influence to the everlasting salvation of man:
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nay, it brings mercy and salvation presently, This day is salvation come unto thy house:
nay, it brings mercy and salvation presently, This day is salvation come unto thy house:
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'Tis granted, many persons do accuse a penitential course of much vexation, and sadness, and grief,
It's granted, many Persons do accuse a penitential course of much vexation, and sadness, and grief,
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as if it were the grave of all delight (whereas indeed it is only the sepulchre of our Lusts,
as if it were the grave of all delight (whereas indeed it is only the Sepulchre of our Lustiest,
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and of lustful pleasures.) And others cry out upon the difficulty of it, as if it were an heavy yoke, and an intolerable burden.
and of lustful pleasures.) And Others cry out upon the difficulty of it, as if it were an heavy yoke, and an intolerable burden.
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But judge not of duties by the opinion of ignorant and graceless men; nor by the folly and error of your own sinful and inexperienced hearts.
But judge not of duties by the opinion of ignorant and graceless men; nor by the folly and error of your own sinful and inexperienced hearts.
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No, but judge of them by what the Word pronounceth of them, in themselves, and by their ends.
No, but judge of them by what the Word pronounceth of them, in themselves, and by their ends.
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Is Salvation a desireable thing? is mercy an excellent thing? Why, then Repentance must be an excellent thing, which brings us unto mercy, and unto Salvation.
Is Salvation a desirable thing? is mercy an excellent thing? Why, then Repentance must be an excellent thing, which brings us unto mercy, and unto Salvation.
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Object. But there must be brokenness of heart for sin, and there must be a diligent endeavour to leave all sin,Object. But there must be brokenness of heart for since, and there must be a diligent endeavour to leave all since,
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and there must be strict care to walk with God.
and there must be strict care to walk with God.
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Sol. And what of all this, It is as if thou shouldest say, O but I must not be wicked, I must become a new man, I must leave that which will damn me, I must hink well of such a course as will bring me to find saving mercy with God;Sol. And what of all this, It is as if thou Shouldst say, Oh but I must not be wicked, I must become a new man, I must leave that which will damn me, I must hink well of such a course as will bring me to find Saving mercy with God;
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there cannot be a worse estate and more fearful end then Impenitency, and there cannot be a better and more soul-saving estate then Repentance.
there cannot be a Worse estate and more fearful end then Impenitency, and there cannot be a better and more Soul-saving estate then Repentance.
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2. To the quick application of our selves to a Penitential course:
2. To the quick application of our selves to a Penitential course:
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I beseech you at length, if there be any understanding in you, any sense in you, any credence of a hell and heaven, any belief of a God or happiness, seriously consider with me that, 1. You must perish for ever, if you have not mercy: I beseech you At length, if there be any understanding in you, any sense in you, any credence of a hell and heaven, any belief of a God or happiness, seriously Consider with me that, 1. You must perish for ever, if you have not mercy:
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If Mercy does not save you, Justice must damn thee;
If Mercy does not save you, justice must damn thee;
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what shall become of thy soul, if thy sins be not pardoned? they cannot but be condemnation unto thee, without gracious and merciful Remission.
what shall become of thy soul, if thy Sins be not pardoned? they cannot but be condemnation unto thee, without gracious and merciful Remission.
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Therefore new, saith the Lord, turn unto me, &c. Joel. 3. 12. & Heb. 3. 15. Whiles it is said to day, harden not your hearts. Therefore new, Says the Lord, turn unto me, etc. Joel. 3. 12. & Hebrew 3. 15. While it is said to day, harden not your hearts.
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Repentance is a present duty, Now God commands every one to repent, Act. 17. 30. 2. Are you sinners,
Repentance is a present duty, Now God commands every one to Repent, Act. 17. 30. 2. are you Sinners,
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or are you not? if you be not sinners, then I confess you need no pardoning mercy;
or Are you not? if you be not Sinners, then I confess you need not pardoning mercy;
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but if you be sinners, then mercy must be your plea and anchor:
but if you be Sinners, then mercy must be your plea and anchor:
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Save me for thy mercies sake, and blot out my transgressions, according to the multitude of thy mercies, saith, David, Psal. 6. 51. Ah wretches that we are!Save me for thy Mercies sake, and blot out my transgressions, according to the multitude of thy Mercies, Says, David, Psalm 6. 51. Ah wretches that we Are!
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we are sinners by Nature, and sinners by Life;
we Are Sinners by Nature, and Sinners by Life;
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who can say, My heart is c•e•n? We lie down in our sins every moment;
who can say, My heart is c•e•n? We lie down in our Sins every moment;
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so that we need mercy, much mercy, all mercy. 3. Ʋnless you do practically repent, (.i.) indeed for sake your sinful wayes,
so that we need mercy, much mercy, all mercy. 3. Ʋnless you do practically Repent, (i) indeed for sake your sinful ways,
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and walk in newness of obedience, you shall never have mercy; Except you repent, ye shall all likewise perish, said Jesus Christ.
and walk in newness of Obedience, you shall never have mercy; Except you Repent, you shall all likewise perish, said jesus christ.
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It is the unchangeable Decree of God, and the revealed pleasure of God, that no man shall have his mercy but the Penitent:
It is the unchangeable decree of God, and the revealed pleasure of God, that no man shall have his mercy but the Penitent:
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It were an unreasonable thing, that he should have mercy to pardon sin, who will not have an heart to leave sin.
It were an unreasonable thing, that he should have mercy to pardon since, who will not have an heart to leave since.
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I know very well, that the Lord is very rich in measure, and delights in mercy,
I know very well, that the Lord is very rich in measure, and delights in mercy,
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and is ready to shew mercy, and is able to pardon abundantly; God forbid that any should straighten the Mercy Seat at all.
and is ready to show mercy, and is able to pardon abundantly; God forbid that any should straighten the Mercy Seat At all.
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But O thou vainly presumptious soul, look over all the Bible, read it often, and tell me, where doest thou find, that God will be thus merciful to any one sinner,
But Oh thou vainly presumptuous soul, look over all the bible, read it often, and tell me, where dost thou find, that God will be thus merciful to any one sinner,
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but him who is truly penitent? It is not to him who is civil, but penitent;
but him who is truly penitent? It is not to him who is civil, but penitent;
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it is not to him that saith he is a sinner, but who doth forsake his sins;
it is not to him that Says he is a sinner, but who does forsake his Sins;
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this is he that shall find mercy. 4. Yea, and consider one thing more; how utterly inexcusable you Thou art Inexcusable if thou do not Repent.
this is he that shall find mercy. 4. Yea, and Consider one thing more; how utterly inexcusable you Thou art Inexcusable if thou do not repent.
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and before God and men, if you doe not repent: ah!and before God and men, if you do not Repent: ah!
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what a sad and shameful appearance wilt thou make before the Lord, when he shall at the last day judg thee for all thy sinfulness? when thou shalt be set in the presence of Christ,
what a sad and shameful appearance wilt thou make before the Lord, when he shall At the last day judge thee for all thy sinfulness? when thou shalt be Set in the presence of christ,
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and Angels, and men, and devils;
and Angels, and men, and Devils;
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And the Lord shall say, This is the person to whom I have offered the saving blood of my son,
And the Lord shall say, This is the person to whom I have offered the Saving blood of my son,
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and all my pardoning mercies, if that he would but have left his sinful wayes.
and all my pardoning Mercies, if that he would but have left his sinful ways.
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Thy own conscience will condemn thee for ever, that ever thou shouldst exalt the lust of thy sin before the mercy of God;
Thy own conscience will condemn thee for ever, that ever thou Shouldst exalt the lust of thy since before the mercy of God;
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yea, the very Devils will cry shame of thee;
yea, the very Devils will cry shame of thee;
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they may say, If we had had such mercy offered, we could not have been worse then have refused it;
they may say, If we had had such mercy offered, we could not have been Worse then have refused it;
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thou hadst mercy offered to pardon thee, and yet thou wouldest go on in thy sins.
thou Hadst mercy offered to pardon thee, and yet thou Wouldst go on in thy Sins.
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Know, O man, thouart inexcusable before God, thou canst make no apology at all. Two things let them be for every ingraven in your brests;
Know, Oh man, Thou art inexcusable before God, thou Canst make no apology At all. Two things let them be for every engraven in your breasts;
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One is, that if mercy will not bring in your souls to repentance, nothing will do it;
One is, that if mercy will not bring in your Souls to Repentance, nothing will do it;
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I affirm it, that if you were in hell it self, the to•ments of it wo•ld not incline you to repent,
I affirm it, that if you were in hell it self, the to•ments of it wo•ld not incline you to Repent,
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if the mercies of God now upon earth will not prevail with you:
if the Mercies of God now upon earth will not prevail with you:
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Another, if mercy do not lead you to repentance, there remains nothing but a fearfull expectation of the fiery indignation of God;
another, if mercy do not led you to Repentance, there remains nothing but a fearful expectation of the fiery Indignation of God;
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thou art as sure to be dam•ed as thou now livest, if thou doest not repent thee of thy sins.
thou art as sure to be dam•ed as thou now Livest, if thou dost not Repent thee of thy Sins.
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A second Use shall be of Caution:
A second Use shall be of Caution:
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Since the Lord is so ready to shew all mercy to the penitent, therefore take heed that you keep not off from repentance by despairing of mercy.
Since the Lord is so ready to show all mercy to the penitent, Therefore take heed that you keep not off from Repentance by despairing of mercy.
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There are three sorts of sinners:
There Are three sorts of Sinners:
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Some whose hearts are hard•ed as the Adamant, through an habitual itera ion by sin, and 〈 ◊ 〉 infl•med affection unto sin;
some whose hearts Are hard•ed as the Adamant, through an habitual itera ion by since, and 〈 ◊ 〉 infl•med affection unto since;
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who like that unjust Judg fearing neither God nor man, so they are sens•ble neither of the vileness of sion,
who like that unjust Judge fearing neither God nor man, so they Are sens•ble neither of the vileness of sion,
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nor of the goodness of mercy;
nor of the Goodness of mercy;
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Some whose hearts are mollifyed, graciously altered, have seen the evil of their wayes, and forsaken them,
some whose hearts Are mollified, graciously altered, have seen the evil of their ways, and forsaken them,
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and are turned unto the Lord, seeking him with mourning, and with supplication, to whom the Scepter of Mercy hath been graciously stretched forth,
and Are turned unto the Lord, seeking him with mourning, and with supplication, to whom the Sceptre of Mercy hath been graciously stretched forth,
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and they have effectually touched that Scepter with believing hearts, and are returned with much peace and joy unspeakable:
and they have effectually touched that Sceptre with believing hearts, and Are returned with much peace and joy unspeakable:
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Others there are twixt both these; they are not so low as the first, for their consciences are awaked and troubled;
Others there Are betwixt both these; they Are not so low as the First, for their Consciences Are awaked and troubled;
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nor yet so high as the last, for they cannot believe any mercy will reach unto them;
nor yet so high as the last, for they cannot believe any mercy will reach unto them;
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their souls cannot discern any intention of mercy towards them, and all the promises of mercy seem to them as restrictive,
their Souls cannot discern any intention of mercy towards them, and all the promises of mercy seem to them as restrictive,
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nay, as exclusive proclamations, denying unto them (though grantting unto others) the priviledg of their Books,
nay, as exclusive Proclamations, denying unto them (though granting unto Others) the privilege of their Books,
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and the P•alm of mercy, and so are apt to despair; mercy seems to them a far off, and slow, and long a coming.
and the P•alm of mercy, and so Are apt to despair; mercy seems to them a Far off, and slow, and long a coming.
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Therefore now, to such persons who are awakned in their consciences, to see the vileness of their sinful ways, and their lost condition;
Therefore now, to such Persons who Are awakened in their Consciences, to see the vileness of their sinful ways, and their lost condition;
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my advice is, by no means to despair of mercy. Reasons why I thus advise are these. 1. Despair is a very heinous sin;
my Advice is, by no means to despair of mercy. Reasons why I thus Advice Are these. 1. Despair is a very heinous since;
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It is one of the highest impeachments of Gods greatest glory and delight: there is nothing wherein God doth more magnifie himself in the eyes of the world,
It is one of the highest impeachments of God's greatest glory and delight: there is nothing wherein God does more magnify himself in the eyes of the world,
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or more glory in, then to sit upon his mercy-seat:
or more glory in, then to fit upon his mercy-seat:
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Now despair is not every diminution, and eclipse of mercy, but it is (in its kind) a very extinction of all the love,
Now despair is not every diminution, and eclipse of mercy, but it is (in its kind) a very extinction of all the love,
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and kindness, and mercifulness in God; it gives, 1. The lye to the promises. 2. Reproach to Gods nature;
and kindness, and mercifulness in God; it gives, 1. The lie to the promises. 2. Reproach to God's nature;
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and particularly to the attribute of mercy, that it is not, 1. Kind enough. 2. Willing enough. 3. Full enough. 4. Free enough. 2. It is a sore enemy to Repentance;
and particularly to the attribute of mercy, that it is not, 1. Kind enough. 2. Willing enough. 3. Full enough. 4. Free enough. 2. It is a soar enemy to Repentance;
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of no hope of mercy, then no care to repent, I can but be damned. 2. And then it is the most uncomfortable sin: Other sins afford some (though ungrounded and poor) contentment either in profit or pleasure:
of no hope of mercy, then no care to Repent, I can but be damned. 2. And then it is the most uncomfortable since: Other Sins afford Some (though ungrounded and poor) contentment either in profit or pleasure:
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But despair being the grave of mercy, it is also the very night, and funeral of all comfort;
But despair being the grave of mercy, it is also the very night, and funeral of all Comfort;
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and, as S. Austin spake of an evil conscience, that is true of despair, It is its own torment; for taking the soul off from all remedy, it must necessarily afflict it with the most exquisite sense of fear and horrour. 3. Satan is very apt to fall in with an awakened conscience, and there to aggravate sin above all measure, thereby to incline it to despair of mercy;
and, as S. Austin spoke of an evil conscience, that is true of despair, It is its own torment; for taking the soul off from all remedy, it must necessarily afflict it with the most exquisite sense of Fear and horror. 3. Satan is very apt to fallen in with an awakened conscience, and there to aggravate since above all measure, thereby to incline it to despair of mercy;
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if he cannot make us dye in a senseless Ca•m, his next aim is to make us perish in an unquiet and despairing storm;
if he cannot make us die in a senseless Ca•m, his next aim is to make us perish in an unquiet and despairing storm;
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either to undervalue our sins, and so to slay us with security;
either to undervalue our Sins, and so to slay us with security;
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or else to undervalue mercy, and so sink us with distrust. 4. Yea, and no conscience is more propense to suspect divine •avour,
or Else to undervalue mercy, and so sink us with distrust. 4. Yea, and no conscience is more propense to suspect divine •avour,
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and to credit false suggestions, then a newly awakened conscience: and to credit false suggestions, then a newly awakened conscience:
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Indeed while our hearts are totally seared, and past feeling (much sin being not at all felt) here is an easie ground to delude our selves, that mercy will quickly bend unto us, who do take our selves to be good enough,
Indeed while our hearts Are totally seared, and past feeling (much since being not At all felt) Here is an easy ground to delude our selves, that mercy will quickly bend unto us, who do take our selves to be good enough,
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and not much to need it;
and not much to need it;
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but when many sins shall be laid to our charge, and great ones too, with that wrath which a just and holy God hath threatned,
but when many Sins shall be laid to our charge, and great ones too, with that wrath which a just and holy God hath threatened,
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and we feel the burnings of the wrath begun with us;
and we feel the burnings of the wrath begun with us;
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I assure you, it will be most difficult to withhold that Soul from despairing of mercy, which at once sees much guilt,
I assure you, it will be most difficult to withhold that Soul from despairing of mercy, which At once sees much guilt,
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and feels much wrath. 5. There is infinite mercy is God: It is his nature, and he can forgive iniquity, transgression, and sin;
and feels much wrath. 5. There is infinite mercy is God: It is his nature, and he can forgive iniquity, Transgression, and since;
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Est in misericordia divina, divina Omnipotentia; Est in misericordia Divine, Divine Omnipotentia;
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Therefore this I say unto you, any of you, whose consciences God has awakned to the sight and sense of your sins (whether by the Ministry of his Word,
Therefore this I say unto you, any of you, whose Consciences God has awakened to the sighed and sense of your Sins (whither by the Ministry of his Word,
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or of his rod) as you desire not utterly to cast dishonour, extreemest dishonour to God,
or of his rod) as you desire not utterly to cast dishonour, extreemest dishonour to God,
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and to draw the saddest, and yet most fruitless anguish, on your own spirits;
and to draw the Saddest, and yet most fruitless anguish, on your own spirits;
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and yet again, as you tender the welfare of your Souls, your everlasting safety, by repentance and faith;
and yet again, as you tender the welfare of your Souls, your everlasting safety, by Repentance and faith;
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do not despair of finding mercy with God, but come in unto him by solid repentance,
do not despair of finding mercy with God, but come in unto him by solid Repentance,
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and you shall find him, even unto you a God ready to forgive iniquity, transgression, and sin.
and you shall find him, even unto you a God ready to forgive iniquity, Transgression, and since.
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Ob. Yea, but though the Lord be merciful, yet is he just, he will by no means clear the guilty, Exod. 34. 7. I have refused mercy; I cannot pray; Ob. Yea, but though the Lord be merciful, yet is he just, he will by no means clear the guilty, Exod 34. 7. I have refused mercy; I cannot pray;
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I cannot be heard or answered! How then can I? I, who have sinned so much, now expect any mercy!
I cannot be herd or answered! How then can I? I, who have sinned so much, now expect any mercy!
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Sol. To this I answer briefly: There are two kinds of sinners, whom God will not clear.Sol. To this I answer briefly: There Are two Kinds of Sinners, whom God will not clear.
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One is, Who do not see their sins, yet love them. Another, Who do not see their sins, and yet go on in them.
One is, Who do not see their Sins, yet love them. another, Who do not see their Sins, and yet go on in them.
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Psal. 11. 5. The wicked, and him that loveth violence, his soul doth hate. Psalm 11. 5. The wicked, and him that loves violence, his soul does hate.
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And Psal. 68. 21. He will wound the head of such as still go on in their wickedness.
And Psalm 68. 21. He will wound the head of such as still go on in their wickedness.
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If you be such sinners, who do see your sins, and will love them, and not forsake them, be confident, that remaining thus, there remains nothing for you,
If you be such Sinners, who do see your Sins, and will love them, and not forsake them, be confident, that remaining thus, there remains nothing for you,
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but an expectation of wrath and just judgment from the righteous God:
but an expectation of wrath and just judgement from the righteous God:
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But if you see your sins, and desire to repent, to bewail them, to forsake them with all your heart, to turn from your evil wayes; why!
But if you see your Sins, and desire to Repent, to bewail them, to forsake them with all your heart, to turn from your evil ways; why!
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the Lord hath mercy for you, he is very ready to pardon and accept of you:
the Lord hath mercy for you, he is very ready to pardon and accept of you:
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If we confess our sins, 1 Joh. 1. 9. he is faithful to forgive us our sins. If we confess our Sins, 1 John 1. 9. he is faithful to forgive us our Sins.
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Obj. But do ye not read the threatnings of God? as Jonah 1. 3. Yet fourty dayes, and Ninive shall be destroyed. Sol. Remember one thing as a Preservative, that all Gods threatnings against our sins, are to be understood in sensu composito, as the schools speak, viz. thus,Object But do you not read the threatenings of God? as Jonah 1. 3. Yet fourty days, and Nineveh shall be destroyed. Sol. remember one thing as a Preservative, that all God's threatenings against our Sins, Are to be understood in sensu composito, as the Schools speak, viz. thus,
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if we continue im•enitent, and not otherwise; not in sensu diviso, if we return from them:
if we continue im•enitent, and not otherwise; not in sensu diviso, if we return from them:
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like a Kings proclamation of death, if the Traitors do not lay down their Weapons, but if they do, he offers and assures them of his pardon. Obj. I, this is it!
like a Kings proclamation of death, if the Traitors do not lay down their Weapons, but if they do, he offers and assures them of his pardon. Object I, this is it!
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I had mercy offered in the Kings Proclamation, if I would lay down my Weapons; but I did not yield when mercy was tendered: I had mercy offered in the Kings Proclamation, if I would lay down my Weapons; but I did not yield when mercy was tendered:
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If I had repented, when God formerly offered me mercy, there had been hope; but I continued in sin, where grace abounded, and since mercy was offered;
If I had repented, when God formerly offered me mercy, there had been hope; but I continued in since, where grace abounded, and since mercy was offered;
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therefore now too late, in vain.
Therefore now too late, in vain.
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Sol. To this also, let me give answer. 1. Indeed it was thy duty to have repented, upon the very first proposal of grace and mercy; Sol. To this also, let me give answer. 1. Indeed it was thy duty to have repented, upon the very First proposal of grace and mercy;
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and it was thy sin (at all) to stand out, yea, and thy sinnings contract a deep guilt by commission after the tender of divine mercy, (sin is more sinful, where the offer of mercy is more plentiful.) But secondly,
and it was thy since (At all) to stand out, yea, and thy sinnings contract a deep guilt by commission After the tender of divine mercy, (since is more sinful, where the offer of mercy is more plentiful.) But secondly,
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Though the precedent refusals of mercy make the course of sin more guilty, yet they do not make the condition of the sinner to be hopeless, and utterly uncapable of mercy:
Though the precedent refusals of mercy make the course of since more guilty, yet they do not make the condition of the sinner to be hopeless, and utterly uncapable of mercy:
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For 1. Mercy is able to pardon, even sins against mercy;
For 1. Mercy is able to pardon, even Sins against mercy;
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as it is the antidote for sins against the Law, so likewise the salve for sins against the Gospel:
as it is the antidote for Sins against the Law, so likewise the salve for Sins against the Gospel:
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There is so much mercy in God, as can rejoice against judgment, yea, and that can rejoice over sins against mercy too;
There is so much mercy in God, as can rejoice against judgement, yea, and that can rejoice over Sins against mercy too;
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my meaning is, that Gods goodness is so natural to him, and great, that it can pass by the evils, against his goodness,
my meaning is, that God's Goodness is so natural to him, and great, that it can pass by the evils, against his Goodness,
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and kindness. 2. And that, God is willing and ready so to do, it may appear by this, that he continues his invitations,
and kindness. 2. And that, God is willing and ready so to do, it may appear by this, that he continues his invitations,
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and offers of mercy, though formerly neglected;
and offers of mercy, though formerly neglected;
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How often would I have gathered thee? saith Christ of Jerusalem: and let it yet alone one year, of the Tree.How often would I have gathered thee? Says christ of Jerusalem: and let it yet alone one year, of the Tree.
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And then know that this is certain;
And then know that this is certain;
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as long as God continues a suit of mercy unto thee, neither is the date of thy mercy expired, nor doth thy former refusal justly prejudice thy present right to or acceptance of mercy.
as long as God continues a suit of mercy unto thee, neither is the date of thy mercy expired, nor does thy former refusal justly prejudice thy present right to or acceptance of mercy.
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If the King renews his Proclama ion of favour to those who have formerly despised it, it is now lawfull and safe for them to come in and accept of it:
If the King renews his Proclama ion of favour to those who have formerly despised it, it is now lawful and safe for them to come in and accept of it:
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But since thy former refusal, God hath, as it were, renewed the Embassage;
But since thy former refusal, God hath, as it were, renewed the Embassy;
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He hath sent other servants unto thee, to proclaim unto thee Mercy, if thou wilt return;
He hath sent other Servants unto thee, to proclaim unto thee Mercy, if thou wilt return;
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yea, and hath assured thee, that he will pardon all former rebellions in all kinds; if now thou wilt hear his voice, thou shalt live, and not die:
yea, and hath assured thee, that he will pardon all former rebellions in all Kinds; if now thou wilt hear his voice, thou shalt live, and not die:
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Therefore now turn unto the Lord;
Therefore now turn unto the Lord;
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this day doth Mercy beseech thee to leave thy sins, and saith, If thou wilt forsake them, I am thine.
this day does Mercy beseech thee to leave thy Sins, and Says, If thou wilt forsake them, I am thine.
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Object. But surely the Lord hates me, and hath no delight towards I have been a vassal of sin, Object. But surely the Lord hates me, and hath no delight towards I have been a vassal of since,
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and now must be a vessel of destruction.
and now must be a vessel of destruction.
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Sol. Ah foolish and sensless sinner, who pleasest thy self with the arguings of an unbelieving spirit; Doth God hate thee!Sol. Ah foolish and senseless sinner, who pleasest thy self with the arguings of an unbelieving Spirit; Does God hate thee!
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or doth he delight in thy destruction!
or does he delight in thy destruction!
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Had this been so, what wants there that hou hadst not been irrecoverably sent to the place of the damned long ere this? How easily could he, (if he had delighted in thy confusion and destruction) struck thee at once? Doest thou not see, that when thou wast mad in renewing thy sins,
Had this been so, what Wants there that how Hadst not been irrecoverably sent to the place of the damned long ere this? How Easily could he, (if he had delighted in thy confusion and destruction) struck thee At once? Dost thou not see, that when thou wast mad in renewing thy Sins,
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then did his repentings kindle within him? When he had just, and many, and strong occasions and provocations,
then did his repentings kindle within him? When he had just, and many, and strong occasions and provocations,
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yet he hath spared thee to this day;
yet he hath spared thee to this day;
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would he have done so, had he desired to have destroyed thee? 2. And what is the end of all this patience and forbearance? Doest thou so ill interpret it an intention of revenge, which is altogether a fruit of his great mercy? No, no, it is not thy destruction,
would he have done so, had he desired to have destroyed thee? 2. And what is the end of all this patience and forbearance? Dost thou so ill interpret it an intention of revenge, which is altogether a fruit of his great mercy? No, no, it is not thy destruction,
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but thy repentance and conversion which he delights in: See Ezek. 33. 11. Not the ruine of thy person, but corruptions:
but thy Repentance and conversion which he delights in: See Ezekiel 33. 11. Not the ruin of thy person, but corruptions:
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He delight not in the death of a sinner, but rather that he should turn from his wickedness and live. He delight not in the death of a sinner, but rather that he should turn from his wickedness and live.
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Object. But I cannot repent, and I cannot turn mine own heart. Sol. Pray unto him, Turn me, and I shall be turned. Object. But I cannot pray. Sol. Sigh then, and grieve; Object. But I cannot Repent, and I cannot turn mine own heart. Sol. Pray unto him, Turn me, and I shall be turned. Object. But I cannot pray. Sol. Sighs then, and grieve;
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pray that you may pray, and mourn because you cannot mourn. And therefore leave these false surmizes of God, and sinfull, foolish, unworthy reasonings;
pray that you may pray, and mourn Because you cannot mourn. And Therefore leave these false Surmises of God, and sinful, foolish, unworthy reasonings;
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set upon the work of repentance indeed, and thou shalt quickly find, that God is so far from hating thee, that he will meet thee with loving kindness, and great mercies.
Set upon the work of Repentance indeed, and thou shalt quickly find, that God is so Far from hating thee, that he will meet thee with loving kindness, and great Mercies.
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Object. O no, never such a sinner as I have been a sinner above measure sinfull,Object. Oh no, never such a sinner as I have been a sinner above measure sinful,
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so wholly sinfull, so onely sinfull, so continually sinfull.
so wholly sinful, so only sinful, so continually sinful.
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To this also a word. 1. Greatness of sinning it not an absolute impediment to Gods readiness in pardoning;
To this also a word. 1. Greatness of sinning it not an absolute impediment to God's readiness in pardoning;
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for as much as great sinners are called upon to repent, as well as lesser sinners;
for as much as great Sinners Are called upon to Repent, as well as lesser Sinners;
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and if the duty of Repentance concerns them, then there is a capacity of mercy for them. 2. God doth upon repentance promise to pardon great sinners.
and if the duty of Repentance concerns them, then there is a capacity of mercy for them. 2. God does upon Repentance promise to pardon great Sinners.
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Cease to do evil, learn to do well, Isa. 1. 16. Come now, and let us reason together, saith the Lord. Cease to do evil, Learn to do well, Isaiah 1. 16. Come now, and let us reason together, Says the Lord.
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V. 18. Though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wooll.
V. 18. Though your Sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be read like crimson, they shall be as wool.
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Istiduo colores sunt valde tenaces & mansivi quibus intelligitur peccata quantumque sint gravia ex genere & habituata ex consuetudine, divina gratia purgabuntur, saith Lyra well upon that place:Istiduo colores sunt Valde tenaces & mansivi quibus intelligitur Peccata quantumque sint Gravia ex genere & habituata ex Consuetudine, Divine Gratia purgabuntur, Says Lyram well upon that place:
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Yea, though they have been peccata sanguinea, so S. Jerome upon the same place. 3. Great sinnings, upon repentance, have found greater mercies:
Yea, though they have been Peccata sanguinea, so S. Jerome upon the same place. 3. Great sinnings, upon Repentance, have found greater Mercies:
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Adam 's sin, very great, (whether you consider it formally or causally,) yet upon repentance, mercy pardoned it, David 's sin of murther, (it was a crying sin,) and of adultery, (it was a wounding sin;) yet, upon his repentance, both pardoned by mercy.Adam is since, very great, (whither you Consider it formally or causally,) yet upon Repentance, mercy pardoned it, David is since of murder, (it was a crying since,) and of adultery, (it was a wounding since;) yet, upon his Repentance, both pardoned by mercy.
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What should I speak of Manasses in the Old Testament, or of Paul in the New? 4. The greater sinnings should ever prove the quicker reasons of repentance, and not be made the causes of despair, or more sinning: If thy sinnings had not been so high, it had been better;
What should I speak of Manasses in the Old Testament, or of Paul in the New? 4. The greater sinnings should ever prove the quicker Reasons of Repentance, and not be made the Causes of despair, or more sinning: If thy sinnings had not been so high, it had been better;
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but being so, thy remedy is not an addition of a worse sin, or a continuance in the same sins,
but being so, thy remedy is not an addition of a Worse since, or a Continuance in the same Sins,
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but to pray unto the Lord to turn thee, and to forgive thee.
but to pray unto the Lord to turn thee, and to forgive thee.
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Object. Why, I have prayed, and yet I can get no mercy, not see any hopes or appearance of mercy; Object. Why, I have prayed, and yet I can get no mercy, not see any hope's or appearance of mercy;
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therefore, surely God will not be so ready to shew me mercy.
Therefore, surely God will not be so ready to show me mercy.
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Sol. This is a sore Objection, and usually troubled Consciences are enthralled with it, and many times receive great discouragement because of the silence of mercy to their tears and prayers: Sol. This is a soar Objection, and usually troubled Consciences Are enthralled with it, and many times receive great discouragement Because of the silence of mercy to their tears and Prayers:
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But let us see how we may instruct and support persons in this case. 1. God is ready God is ready to hear prayer. to hear prayer.
But let us see how we may instruct and support Persons in this case. 1. God is ready God is ready to hear prayer. to hear prayer.
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Psal. 65. 2. O thou that hearest prayer. Before they call, I will answer;
Psalm 65. 2. Oh thou that Hearst prayer. Before they call, I will answer;
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and while they are speaking, I will hear, Isa. 65. 2. Of all mens prayers, he is most ready to hear the prayer of afflicted Most ready to hear the prayer of the affl•cted. persons. and while they Are speaking, I will hear, Isaiah 65. 2. Of all men's Prayers, he is most ready to hear the prayer of afflicted Most ready to hear the prayer of the affl•cted. Persons.
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Psal. 18. 27. Thou wilt save the afflicted.
Psalm 18. 27. Thou wilt save the afflicted.
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Psal. 22. 24. He hath not despised nor abhorred the afflictions of the afflicted, neither hath he hid his face from them;
Psalm 22. 24. He hath not despised nor abhorred the afflictions of the afflicted, neither hath he hid his face from them;
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but when he cried unto him, he heard him: but when he cried unto him, he herd him:
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Of all the Prayers which he is ready to hear, there are none which he doth more feelingly and compassionately tender,
Of all the Prayers which he is ready to hear, there Are none which he does more feelingly and compassionately tender,
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than the Prayers of afflicted people, especially such as are inwardly afflicted in their souls and consciences for their sins.
than the Prayers of afflicted people, especially such as Are inwardly afflicted in their Souls and Consciences for their Sins.
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No people are more apt to fear that the Lord doth not hear their Prayers, and yet no Prayers doth God sooner hear than theirs;
No people Are more apt to Fear that the Lord does not hear their Prayers, and yet no Prayers does God sooner hear than theirs;
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for as much as the Lord doth exceedingly delight in the sacrifices of a broken spirit,
for as much as the Lord does exceedingly delight in the Sacrifices of a broken Spirit,
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and he is full of pitifulness and bowels towards them;
and he is full of pitifulness and bowels towards them;
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I have surely heard Ephraim bemoaning himself, Jer. 31. 18. When Ephraim smote upon the thigh, I have surely herd Ephraim bemoaning himself, Jer. 31. 18. When Ephraim smote upon the thigh,
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and was confounded and ashamed, why! you know the Lord could not contain his affections;and was confounded and ashamed, why! you know the Lord could not contain his affections;
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Is Ephraim my dear son? is he a pleasant child? for since I spake against him, I do earnestly remember him still: Is Ephraim my dear son? is he a pleasant child? for since I spoke against him, I do earnestly Remember him still:
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therefore my bowels are troubled for him; I will surely have mercy upon him, saith the Lord.Therefore my bowels Are troubled for him; I will surely have mercy upon him, Says the Lord.
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David, you find him much afflicted and distressed in his soul, Psal. 32. 3, 4. he did no sooner acknowledge his sin,David, you find him much afflicted and distressed in his soul, Psalm 32. 3, 4. he did no sooner acknowledge his since,
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but God did express his mercy, v. 5. The like you may see of him, in Psal. 6. 1, 2. compared with v. 8, 9. The Lord hath heard the voice of my weeping, the Lord hath heard my suplication, the Lord hath received my Prayer.
but God did express his mercy, v. 5. The like you may see of him, in Psalm 6. 1, 2. compared with v. 8, 9. The Lord hath herd the voice of my weeping, the Lord hath herd my supplication, the Lord hath received my Prayer.
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So true is that of the Prophet, Isa. 30. 19. He will be very gra•ious unto thee at the voice of thy cry;
So true is that of the Prophet, Isaiah 30. 19. He will be very gra•ious unto thee At the voice of thy cry;
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when he shall hear it, he will answer thee. when he shall hear it, he will answer thee.
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But then know we, that there may be sometimes some special Reasons, why the Lord doth not presently make known his mercy to the troubled and seeking soul.
But then know we, that there may be sometime Some special Reasons, why the Lord does not presently make known his mercy to the troubled and seeking soul.
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The Reasons may be either on their part, or on Gods part. 1. Quick mercy must first see quickned fervency:
The Reasons may be either on their part, or on God's part. 1. Quick mercy must First see quickened fervency:
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Though God be ready to hear their Prayers, yet there may be some reasons, why he doth not presently give them sensible tokens that they are heard.
Though God be ready to hear their Prayers, yet there may be Some Reasons, why he does not presently give them sensible tokens that they Are herd.
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If you pray for pardoning mercy, as Austin did for repentance;
If you pray for pardoning mercy, as Austin did for Repentance;
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if you pray with a careless, dull, flat, formal, neglecting sprit, not esteeming of Gods mercy and favour as your lives, nay, above your lives;
if you pray with a careless, dull, flat, formal, neglecting Spirit, not esteeming of God's mercy and favour as your lives, nay, above your lives;
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if you seek not the Lord in this with all your hearts.
if you seek not the Lord in this with all your hearts.
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Pardoning mercy is the greatest mercy for the soul, and must be desired with the greatest affections of the soul, with cries, with importunities:
Pardoning mercy is the greatest mercy for the soul, and must be desired with the greatest affections of the soul, with cries, with importunities:
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If you do not mightily wrestle with him, as David in Psal. 6. and as Daniel in c. 9. No marvel that cold Suits have slow Answers;
If you do not mightily wrestle with him, as David in Psalm 6. and as daniel in c. 9. No marvel that cold Suits have slow Answers;
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though you be afflicted in your consciences, yet if those inward afflictions cannot raise the price of mercy,
though you be afflicted in your Consciences, yet if those inward afflictions cannot raise the price of mercy,
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and set a stronger edge upon your affections, if the burnings of your consciences do not kindle flames of affections for mercy, you may wait for your answer.
and Set a Stronger edge upon your affections, if the burnings of your Consciences do not kindle flames of affections for mercy, you may wait for your answer.
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2. As it must be a quickned affection which must find quick mercy, so it must be a pure affection.
2. As it must be a quickened affection which must find quick mercy, so it must be a pure affection.
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I will that men pray every Or a pure affecction.
I will that men pray every Or a pure affecction.
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where, lifting up pure hands, 1 Tim. 2. 8. Art thou sure that no iniquity cleaves unto thee,where, lifting up pure hands, 1 Tim. 2. 8. Art thou sure that no iniquity cleaves unto thee,
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and is an impedit to thy suit for mercy? Thou art troubled with the grossness of some one of thy sins,
and is an Impediment to thy suit for mercy? Thou art troubled with the grossness of Some one of thy Sins,
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but doest not thou connive at the shreds of the same sin? the limbs of it afflict thee,
but dost not thou connive At the shreds of the same since? the limbs of it afflict thee,
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but do not the leaves and the twigs hang on still? If we do not purely and entirely put off our sins,
but do not the leaves and the twigs hang on still? If we do not purely and entirely put off our Sins,
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why should we complain, that God doth not let down his mercy? If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me, Psal. 66. 18. If you favour your known sin, in any part,
why should we complain, that God does not let down his mercy? If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me, Psalm 66. 18. If you favour your known since, in any part,
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or the least degree of it, where now hath God promised to shew thee favour or mercy? Or suppose thou shakest off one crying sin,
or the least degree of it, where now hath God promised to show thee favour or mercy? Or suppose thou shakest off one crying since,
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and yet retain some other sin; put off one servant, and take another; be troubled for one transgression, and yet live in another;
and yet retain Some other since; put off one servant, and take Another; be troubled for one Transgression, and yet live in Another;
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is this repentance? Thou doest not change thy course, but thy sin, and how then canst thou expect mercy? But if thou prepare thine heart,
is this Repentance? Thou dost not change thy course, but thy since, and how then Canst thou expect mercy? But if thou prepare thine heart,
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and stretch out thine hands towards God, and •utst iniquity far from thee, then shalt thou lift up thy face without spot, said Zophar, Job 11. 13, 14. If thou thus return to the Almighty,
and stretch out thine hands towards God, and •utst iniquity Far from thee, then shalt thou lift up thy face without spot, said Zophar, Job 11. 13, 14. If thou thus return to the Almighty,
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and putst away iniquity, Job 22. 23. thou shalt make thy prayer unto him, and he shall hear thee, v. 27. As your prayers must be servent,and puttest away iniquity, Job 22. 23. thou shalt make thy prayer unto him, and he shall hear thee, v. 27. As your Prayers must be servient,
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so they must be the fervent prayers of a righteous man, which do prevail much:
so they must be the fervent Prayers of a righteous man, which do prevail much:
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Not that he who prays must have no sin, but that he must love and connive at none.
Not that he who prays must have no since, but that he must love and connive At none.
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3. Thy heart is troubled with the guilt of sin, but doth it morn for the viteness and filth of thy sin? Thou seekest for a Cordial,
3. Thy heart is troubled with the guilt of since, but does it morn for the viteness and filth of thy since? Thou Seekest for a Cordial,
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but doest thou pray for Salve too? Vehement thou art for Mercy, but what for Grace? Where guilt onely troubles, it may make me earnest for mercy to ease me, that is involuntary;
but dost thou pray for Salve too? Vehement thou art for Mercy, but what for Grace? Where guilt only Troubles, it may make me earnest for mercy to ease me, that is involuntary;
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would not be troubled but is troubled because he is troubled:
would not be troubled but is troubled Because he is troubled:
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But where the filthiness of sin troubles me, now I do not onely importune in prayer,
But where the filthiness of since Troubles me, now I do not only importune in prayer,
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but mourn also, and amas desirous of healing as I am of pardoning, this is voluntary;
but mourn also, and amas desirous of healing as I am of pardoning, this is voluntary;
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he would mourn, and mourns because he can mourn no more:
he would mourn, and mourns Because he can mourn no more:
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If thou seekest the Lord with a mourning heart, as well as with a troubled heart, the fountain is set upon for transgressions and sins, Zach. 13. 1. and if the fountain be opened for thee, it cannot be long ere mercies will swim unto thee.
If thou Seekest the Lord with a mourning heart, as well as with a troubled heart, the fountain is Set upon for transgressions and Sins, Zach 13. 1. and if the fountain be opened for thee, it cannot be long ere Mercies will swim unto thee.
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4. And with what faith hast thou prayed? Thy troubled Conscience would trouble thee if thou didst not pray,
4. And with what faith hast thou prayed? Thy troubled Conscience would trouble thee if thou didst not pray,
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and therefore hast thou prayed to give it a little quiet, as we do a crying child the brest to still it:
and Therefore hast thou prayed to give it a little quiet, as we do a crying child the breast to still it:
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What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that you receive them, and ye shall have them:
What things soever you desire, when you pray, believe that you receive them, and you shall have them:
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Hast thou, and doest thou consider and ponder the promises of Gods mercy made over the penitent persons? Hast thou considered of his mercifull nature, tender love in and through Christ? of his commands to broken and afflicted souls to come unto him for Balm and Oyl? Hast thou found how proper his mercifull promises are to thy condition? (every way good and convenient;) and doest confess this word of promise a gracious and a good word? and judgest him to be faithfull who hath promised,
Hast thou, and dost thou Consider and ponder the promises of God's mercy made over the penitent Persons? Hast thou considered of his merciful nature, tender love in and through christ? of his commands to broken and afflicted Souls to come unto him for Balm and Oil? Hast thou found how proper his merciful promises Are to thy condition? (every Way good and convenient;) and dost confess this word of promise a gracious and a good word? and Judges him to be faithful who hath promised,
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and thy self unworthy of mercy? and thereupon, in the Name of the Lord Jesus, hast bended thy heart and knees to the God of mercy, trusting through him to find grace and mercy to help in time of need,
and thy self unworthy of mercy? and thereupon, in the Name of the Lord jesus, hast bent thy heart and knees to the God of mercy, trusting through him to find grace and mercy to help in time of need,
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and those his promises to be Yea and Amen to thy soul through Christ? Joh. 14. 13. Whatsoever ye ask in my Name, that will Ido.
and those his promises to be Yea and Amen to thy soul through christ? John 14. 13. Whatsoever you ask in my Name, that will Ido.
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According to your faith (said Christ to the blind men, Matt. 9. 29.) so be it unto you. Alas!According to your faith (said christ to the blind men, Matt. 9. 29.) so be it unto you. Alas!
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thy prayers have not found the way to Gods Mercy-seat all this while, because they have not had faith for their Guide;
thy Prayers have not found the Way to God's Mercy-seat all this while, Because they have not had faith for their Guide;
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if our Messenger lose their way, no marvel if we stay long for an answer. Lastly;
if our Messenger loose their Way, no marvel if we stay long for an answer. Lastly;
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Why hast thou called home the Embassadors, those prayers of thine which were Leigers at Heaven? In a fit of proud impatience, Why hast thou called home the ambassadors, those Prayers of thine which were Leigers At Heaven? In a fit of proud impatience,
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and fruitless vexation, and bold presumption, thou hast limited the holy One of Israel to a day:
and fruitless vexation, and bold presumption, thou hast limited the holy One of Israel to a day:
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And if at such another prayer God did not sensibly answer thee, thou wouldest and hast restrained seeking of him.
And if At such Another prayer God did not sensibly answer thee, thou Wouldst and hast restrained seeking of him.
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What doest thou mean to beg, and yet to prescribe? Alas!
What dost thou mean to beg, and yet to prescribe? Alas!
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that there should be so much pride yet in an heart, which we would think humbled as low as Hell!
that there should be so much pride yet in an heart, which we would think humbled as low as Hell!
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That it should profess it self to deserve a thousand damnations, and yet quarrel with God,
That it should profess it self to deserve a thousand damnations, and yet quarrel with God,
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for not being quick in a present expedition of mercy! Thou art too quick with God.
for not being quick in a present expedition of mercy! Thou art too quick with God.
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Judge how these answer one the other: O Lord, I do not deserve the least mercy, I deserve never to find mercy;
Judge how these answer one the other: Oh Lord, I do not deserve the least mercy, I deserve never to find mercy;
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and yet if the Lord doth not presently shew me mercy, I will not seek unto him any more.
and yet if the Lord does not presently show me mercy, I will not seek unto him any more.
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As you must get humbled hearts, so you must get humble hearts; He hears the desires of the humble.
As you must get humbled hearts, so you must get humble hearts; He hears the Desires of the humble.
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Your Prayers must be patient, as well as •ervent: Mercy, pardoning mercy, is worth the waiting for:
Your Prayers must be patient, as well as •ervent: Mercy, pardoning mercy, is worth the waiting for:
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It is the most excellent of mercies, and most sure to the patient Petitioner;
It is the most excellent of Mercies, and most sure to the patient Petitioner;
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Psal. 40. 1. I waited patiently for the Lord, and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. Psalm 40. 1. I waited patiently for the Lord, and he inclined unto me, and herd my cry.
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Blessed are all that wait for it, Isa. 30. 18.Blessed Are all that wait for it, Isaiah 30. 18.
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Or there may be Reasons on Gods part, why he doth a while suspend or hold up the demonstration of his mercy to a troubled soul and seeking. 1. To give us some taste, what it is to provoke him, and sin against him.
Or there may be Reasons on God's part, why he does a while suspend or hold up the demonstration of his mercy to a troubled soul and seeking. 1. To give us Some taste, what it is to provoke him, and since against him.
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Jer. 2. 19. Thine own wickedness shall correct thee, and thy back-slidings shall reprove thee:
Jer. 2. 19. Thine own wickedness shall correct thee, and thy backslidings shall reprove thee:
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know therefore, and see, that it is an evil and a bitter thing, that thou hast forsaken the Lord thy God. know Therefore, and see, that it is an evil and a bitter thing, that thou hast forsaken the Lord thy God.
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As we have had years to bath our selves in the delights of sin, so we must have some minutes to taste the proper fruits, the bitterness of sin:
As we have had Years to both our selves in the delights of since, so we must have Some minutes to taste the proper fruits, the bitterness of since:
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Thou wouldst not believe the Gall and the Wormwood, &c. Lam. 3. 2. To alienate or work off our affections wholly from sin; Thou Wouldst not believe the Gall and the Wormwood, etc. Lam. 3. 2. To alienate or work off our affections wholly from since;
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which now is so deadly a sting, so smart a wound, so noisome a prison, which fills us with such horrible terrours,
which now is so deadly a sting, so smart a wound, so noisome a prison, which fills us with such horrible terrors,
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and costs us almost our lives to obtain pardon and mercy: Thou wouldst not easily part with sin.
and costs us almost our lives to obtain pardon and mercy: Thou Wouldst not Easily part with since.
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Who would love sin any more, which 1. raiseth so great terrours, 2. utterly depriveth of mercy, 3. or hinders it,
Who would love since any more, which 1. Raiseth so great terrors, 2. utterly depriveth of mercy, 3. or hinders it,
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and makes it slow to answer. 3. To abase us more in our own eyes, that so his mercy may exalt us, and we may exalt his mercy;
and makes it slow to answer. 3. To abase us more in our own eyes, that so his mercy may exalt us, and we may exalt his mercy;
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to value the excellency of mercy, to confess our unworthiness of mercy, to enlarge our desires of mercy. 4. Nay, not onely to exalt his mercy, but retain his mercy;
to valve the excellency of mercy, to confess our unworthiness of mercy, to enlarge our Desires of mercy. 4. Nay, not only to exalt his mercy, but retain his mercy;
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not easily forfeit the excellency and sweetness of mercy, by any future sinning.
not Easily forfeit the excellency and sweetness of mercy, by any future sinning.
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The Church which had much adoe to find Christ, she then caught him, and would not let him go.
The Church which had much ado to find christ, she then caught him, and would not let him go.
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The pardoning mercies of God ordinarily yield us most sweetness, and abide in their strength with us,
The pardoning Mercies of God ordinarily yield us most sweetness, and abide in their strength with us,
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after deepest humiliations, and difficultest fruitions of them. 5. Perhaps the Lord will make thee a great Instance of mercy,
After Deepest humiliations, and difficultest fruitions of them. 5. Perhaps the Lord will make thee a great Instance of mercy,
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and a great Instrument to comfort others; and a great Instrument to Comfort Others;
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and therefore suffereth thee to lie a long time in darkness and silence, and at length will relieve thee.
and Therefore suffers thee to lie a long time in darkness and silence, and At length will relieve thee.
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Object. Yea, but how shall a troubled soul be supported in the the interims, until mercy, pardoning mercy doth come, and prayers therein be answered fully. Object. Yea, but how shall a troubled soul be supported in the the interims, until mercy, pardoning mercy does come, and Prayers therein be answered Fully.
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Sol. I answer to this also;Sol. I answer to this also;
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1. If thou canst not have comfort to feed on, yet thou hast duty to work on:
1. If thou Canst not have Comfort to feed on, yet thou hast duty to work on:
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Every Christian may either find it an Autumn to gather fruit, or else a Spring to set it. Every Christian may either find it an Autumn to gather fruit, or Else a Spring to Set it.
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It is a great mercy that thou art at the gates of Mercy;
It is a great mercy that thou art At the gates of Mercy;
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it is a great mercy, 1. to enjoy, 2. to beg, 3. to wait for mercy;
it is a great mercy, 1. to enjoy, 2. to beg, 3. to wait for mercy;
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a comfort, to have such an heart to come so near to mercy;
a Comfort, to have such an heart to come so near to mercy;
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thou hast a time to search thy heart more, and to review thy estate, and to peruse thy prayers, to mend and continue all.
thou hast a time to search thy heart more, and to review thy estate, and to peruse thy Prayers, to mend and continue all.
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All which are but thy improvements in grace, and will eventually prove the enlargements of thy mercy and peace.
All which Are but thy improvements in grace, and will eventually prove the enlargements of thy mercy and peace.
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No man can make a better progress in his repentance, but he doth thereby prepare for the greater,
No man can make a better progress in his Repentance, but he does thereby prepare for the greater,
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for the sweeter, for the longer mercies. 2. Though you have not experience to support you, yet you have faith.
for the Sweeten, for the longer Mercies. 2. Though you have not experience to support you, yet you have faith.
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It is written, and sealed, though not delivered as yet, Whosoever doth truly repent, (mourn for sin, forsake it, endeavour to walk with God, &c.) though he have not the joy of his pardon in his conscience, It is written, and sealed, though not Delivered as yet, Whosoever does truly Repent, (mourn for since, forsake it, endeavour to walk with God, etc.) though he have not the joy of his pardon in his conscience,
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yet he hath the assurance of his pardon in the promise. Now Gods Word should support us as much as Gods Testimony;
yet he hath the assurance of his pardon in the promise. Now God's Word should support us as much as God's Testimony;
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his Word should be as good to our faith, as his Testimony is sweet to our sense and feeling. 3. The dawnings of pardoning mercy (which are rising upon you) may also support you: Though you cannot read your Pardon under the Broad Seal,
his Word should be as good to our faith, as his Testimony is sweet to our sense and feeling. 3. The dawnings of pardoning mercy (which Are rising upon you) may also support you: Though you cannot read your Pardon under the Broad Seal,
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yet you may find it passing the Privy Seal.
yet you may find it passing the Privy Seal.
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For 1. Upon your humble praying for pardoning mercy, you do feel your consciences more quieted and setled and revived with better confidence and expectation of mercy. 2. You find your hearts more enflamingly resolved, that you will never give over;
For 1. Upon your humble praying for pardoning mercy, you do feel your Consciences more quieted and settled and revived with better confidence and expectation of mercy. 2. You find your hearts more enflamingly resolved, that you will never give over;
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you will now follow on to know the Lord and his mercies.
you will now follow on to know the Lord and his Mercies.
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It was a sign (anciently) that God regarded prayers, when •ire came down upon the sacrifice, as 1 Kin. 18. 24. 2 Chro. 7. 1. so is it a singular argument that God accepts of your prayers for mercy or grace,
It was a Signen (anciently) that God regarded Prayers, when •ire Come down upon the sacrifice, as 1 Kin. 18. 24. 2 Chro 7. 1. so is it a singular argument that God accepts of your Prayers for mercy or grace,
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when upon your prayers he doth enlarge and enliven you more earnestly to seek him in those kinds.
when upon your Prayers he does enlarge and enliven you more earnestly to seek him in those Kinds.
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If God doth himself hold up thy suit, he will not long hold off his answer;
If God does himself hold up thy suit, he will not long hold off his answer;
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when we will have no Nay, then, Be it unto thee as thou wilt. If he prepare thine heart, he will at length incline his •ar.
when we will have no Nay, then, Be it unto thee as thou wilt. If he prepare thine heart, he will At length incline his •ar.
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And fell on his neck and kissed him. And fell on his neck and kissed him.
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] You have seen already, the Eyes of Mercy to espie a returning Penitent, and the Feet of Mercy, its speedy pace to meet a returning Penitent, the Father ran; and of the Bowels of Mercy, He had compassion on him. ] You have seen already, the Eyes of Mercy to espy a returning Penitent, and the Feet of Mercy, its speedy pace to meet a returning Penitent, the Father ran; and of the Bowels of Mercy, He had compassion on him.
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In all which, we have discovered that singular readiness which is in God to shew mercy to a true Penitent.
In all which, we have discovered that singular readiness which is in God to show mercy to a true Penitent.
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Now there yet remain, 1. The Arms of Mercy, Amplexus misericordiarum, [ And he fell on his neck.
Now there yet remain, 1. The Arms of Mercy, Amplexus Misericordiarum, [ And he fell on his neck.
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] 2. The Sealings of all this mercy, though not verbally, yet most significantly expressed towards the returning Prodigal, [ and kissed him. ] What they say of Scire, that though we do know,] 2. The Sealings of all this mercy, though not verbally, yet most significantly expressed towards the returning Prodigal, [ and kissed him. ] What they say of Scire, that though we do know,
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yet this satisfies us not, unless another doth know that we do know; the same is true of Love and Mercy;
yet this Satisfies us not, unless Another does know that we do know; the same is true of Love and Mercy;
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though we have loving affections and mercifull intentions towards any, yet this is not enough to the party,
though we have loving affections and merciful intentions towards any, yet this is not enough to the party,
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unless he be made to know the same. Therefore here are singular expressions, as well as admirable intentions;
unless he be made to know the same. Therefore Here Are singular expressions, as well as admirable intentions;
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the Box of Ointment is opened;
the Box of Ointment is opened;
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Joseph cannot contain himself, but cries out, I am Joseph: The Father of the Prodigal doth forgive and accept of him,Joseph cannot contain himself, but cries out, I am Joseph: The Father of the Prodigal does forgive and accept of him,
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and testifies all this, by falling on his neck and kissing of him. There be divers Kisses:
and Testifies all this, by falling on his neck and kissing of him. There be diverse Kisses:
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Not to speak of the Kiss of Subjection and Reverence, which David calls for, Psal. 2. 12. Nor of the Kiss of Incivility and Filthiness, the whorish kiss, of which Salomon speaks, Prov. 17. 13. Nor of the Kiss of Falshood and Treachery, Judas-kiss, Matth. 26. 49. Nor of the Kiss of Courtesie, common to all friends, the Heathens used it, as Xenophon and Herodotus relate:
Not to speak of the Kiss of Subjection and reverence, which David calls for, Psalm 2. 12. Nor of the Kiss of Incivility and Filthiness, the whorish kiss, of which Solomon speaks, Curae 17. 13. Nor of the Kiss of Falsehood and Treachery, Judas-kiss, Matthew 26. 49. Nor of the Kiss of Courtesy, Common to all Friends, the heathens used it, as Xenophon and Herodotus relate:
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Nor of the Kiss of Charity, used among the primitive Christians, especially before the Lords Supper.
Nor of the Kiss of Charity, used among the primitive Christians, especially before the lords Supper.
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The Kiss in the Text is a Kiss of Merciful Affection; and it is given unto the Prodigal by his Father, in signum Reconciliationis, that He and his Father were now friends,
The Kiss in the Text is a Kiss of Merciful Affection; and it is given unto the Prodigal by his Father, in signum Reconciliationis, that He and his Father were now Friends,
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and in a state of love and kindne•s: In signum Pacis, to take off all fears and doubts, all was exceeding well;
and in a state of love and kindne•s: In signum Pacis, to take off all fears and doubts, all was exceeding well;
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and in signum Laetitiae, to intimate unto him, what a welcome child he now was.
and in signum Laetitiae, to intimate unto him, what a welcome child he now was.
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His Father was not more grieved at his sinfull departure, but he is now much more gladded at his penitential return.
His Father was not more grieved At his sinful departure, but he is now much more gladded At his penitential return.
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The proper Observation from this I conjecture is, That God is pleased, not onely to be reconciled, The proper Observation from this I conjecture is, That God is pleased, not only to be reconciled,
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but also to manifest and declare himself as one reconciled to penitent people. Joh. 14. 21. I will love him, and manifest my self unto him. but also to manifest and declare himself as one reconciled to penitent people. John 14. 21. I will love him, and manifest my self unto him.
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Rev. 3. 20. If any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him,
Rev. 3. 20. If any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him,
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and will sup with him, and he with me. and will sup with him, and he with me.
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Rev. 2. 17. To him that overcometh will I give to •at of the hidden Manna:
Rev. 2. 17. To him that Overcometh will I give to •at of the hidden Manna:
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and I will give him a white Stone, and in the Stone a new name written, which no man knoweth, saving he that receiveth it. and I will give him a white Stone, and in the Stone a new name written, which no man Knoweth, Saving he that receives it.
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Rom. 5. 5. The love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the holy Ghost which is given unto us.
Rom. 5. 5. The love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the holy Ghost which is given unto us.
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This is a Proposition of deep consequence, and also of some difficulty, and therefore must be the more warily opened and attended.
This is a Proposition of deep consequence, and also of Some difficulty, and Therefore must be the more warily opened and attended.
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For the sense and meaning of it premise these particulars: 1. That Gods reconciled favour is a thing demonsirable to a fitted soul; For the sense and meaning of it premise these particulars: 1. That God's reconciled favour is a thing demonsirable to a fitted soul;
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(.i.) it is not besides the nature of Divine favour, to open it self so that it may be apprehended, no more then it is against the nature of Light, to reveal it self.
(i) it is not beside the nature of Divine favour, to open it self so that it may be apprehended, no more then it is against the nature of Light, to reveal it self.
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Nor is it beyond the capacity and proportion of a penitential soul tobe cognoscitive, (i.) to be able to look on, and know Divine favour.
Nor is it beyond the capacity and proportion of a penitential soul tobe cognoscitive, (i.) to be able to look on, and know Divine favour.
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In Universali, the Papists and others do grant, as, That God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself:
In Universali, the Papists and Others do grant, as, That God was in christ reconciling the world to himself:
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but more then this, I affirm in particulars, There is not only a Notional knowledge in the general,
but more then this, I affirm in particulars, There is not only a Notional knowledge in the general,
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but there may be an Experimental knowledg in particular of Divine favour. By this, saith David, I know thou favourest me.
but there may be an Experimental knowledge in particular of Divine favour. By this, Says David, I know thou favourest me.
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And S. Paul of Christ, Who loved me. God hath actually manifested his love and favour to his people of old;
And S. Paul of christ, Who loved me. God hath actually manifested his love and favour to his people of old;
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Son, be of good comfort, thy sins are for given thee, Mat. 9. And Rom. 8. Paul had it,Son, be of good Comfort, thy Sins Are for given thee, Mathew 9. And Rom. 8. Paul had it,
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and all the Saints had it: And he doth manifest it, and will manifest it to all true penitents. But then,
and all the Saints had it: And he does manifest it, and will manifest it to all true penitents. But then,
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2. There is a double manifestation of his favour;
2. There is a double manifestation of his favour;
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One is Natural, and this is when God doth imprint such qualities on the soul, which are the sole fruits of a reconciled Love,
One is Natural, and this is when God does imprint such qualities on the soul, which Are the sole fruits of a reconciled Love,
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as when he bestowes on it the sanctifying graces of his Spirit;
as when he bestows on it the sanctifying graces of his Spirit;
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Another is Formal, wherein he doth evidently make over the goodness of his Love, (i.) make us directly to know that he doth love us, and is reconciled unto us:
another is Formal, wherein he does evidently make over the Goodness of his Love, (i.) make us directly to know that he does love us, and is reconciled unto us:
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which is done two wayes, either, 1. By the Testimony of the Word apprehended by faith;
which is done two ways, either, 1. By the Testimony of the Word apprehended by faith;
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2. By the Testimony of his Spirit, causing in us an express evidence and sense of Gods love,
2. By the Testimony of his Spirit, causing in us an express evidence and sense of God's love,
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as a witness, and as a seal.
as a witness, and as a seal.
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Now one of these wayes God is pleased to manifest his reconciled favour, or to evidence it unto the penitential soul, and sometimes both.
Now one of these ways God is pleased to manifest his reconciled favour, or to evidence it unto the penitential soul, and sometime both.
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3. The time which God taketh to declare or make known (in a more formal way of evidence) his reconciled love unto the penitential soul, is not necessary and determinate, but arbitrary and free. It is not restrained to the very birth or hour of our Conversion,
3. The time which God Takes to declare or make known (in a more formal Way of evidence) his reconciled love unto the penitential soul, is not necessary and determinate, but arbitrary and free. It is not restrained to the very birth or hour of our Conversion,
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nor limitted to any one part of time after it more then an other. But God is pleased differently to make himself known, and his loving favour known.
nor limited to any one part of time After it more then an other. But God is pleased differently to make himself known, and his loving favour known.
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Lydia partaked of Joy as soon s the partaked of Grace;Lydia partaked of Joy as soon s the partaked of Grace;
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but with other Christians it may be, perhaps, as with Simeon, that their eyes do not see their Salvation till near their death in the latter end.
but with other Christians it may be, perhaps, as with Simeon, that their eyes do not see their Salvation till near their death in the latter end.
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4. The measure of Gods dispensation in this particular, is also very different and various: •very Penitent hath not one and the same degree that another hath;
4. The measure of God's Dispensation in this particular, is also very different and various: •very Penitent hath not one and the same degree that Another hath;
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and he who hath most of it in evidence, hath it but mixt and imperfect. A Declaration there is to every penitent soul that God loves it, but not equall, nor absolute.
and he who hath most of it in evidence, hath it but mixed and imperfect. A Declaration there is to every penitent soul that God loves it, but not equal, nor absolute.
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5. This Declaration of Divine Love, though it be very comfortable, yet it is very separable, especially in the sense and feeling of it:
5. This Declaration of Divine Love, though it be very comfortable, yet it is very separable, especially in the sense and feeling of it:
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For it is (for the duration of it) an effect of meer favour, which is let out ad Bene placitum only,
For it is (for the duration of it) an Effect of mere favour, which is let out ad Bene placitum only,
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and it is not an essential to the Christian condition, therefore it may go off.
and it is not an essential to the Christian condition, Therefore it may go off.
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So that this is the sum of the Proposition, That Gods reconciled favour is a thing which may be known,
So that this is the sum of the Proposition, That God's reconciled favour is a thing which may be known,
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and God is pleased to make it known to all penitents either Naturally or Formally, at some time or other, in some measure or other,
and God is pleased to make it known to all penitents either Naturally or Formally, At Some time or other, in Some measure or other,
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so long as he himself shall judge best.
so long as he himself shall judge best.
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The Reasons where of are these: 1. His promise is not only to love his people, but likewise to make known his love to them;
The Reasons where of Are these: 1. His promise is not only to love his people, but likewise to make known his love to them;
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not only the affection, but the declaration of it is in promise, Ezek. 34. 30. They shall know that I the Lord their God am with them,
not only the affection, but the declaration of it is in promise, Ezekiel 34. 30. They shall know that I the Lord their God am with them,
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and that they, even the house of Israel, are my people, saith the Lord God. 2. It is the thing which the penitential people of It is the thing which Gods people desire.
and that they, even the house of Israel, Are my people, Says the Lord God. 2. It is the thing which the penitential people of It is the thing which God's people desire.
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God do exceedingly crave and desire. Psal. 4. 6. Lord lift up the light of thy Countenance upon me. God do exceedingly crave and desire. Psalm 4. 6. Lord lift up the Light of thy Countenance upon me.
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Psal. 4. 6. Lord lift up the light of thy Countenance upon me. Psal. 17. 7. Shew thy marvellous loving kindness.
Psalm 4. 6. Lord lift up the Light of thy Countenance upon me. Psalm 17. 7. Show thy marvellous loving kindness.
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Psal. 106. 4. Remember me, O Lord, with the favour thou bearest unto thy people, O visit me with thy salvation.
Psalm 106. 4. remember me, Oh Lord, with the favour thou bearest unto thy people, Oh visit me with thy salvation.
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Psal. 119. 132. Look upon me, and be merciful unto me, as thou usest to do unto those that love thy Name.
Psalm 119. 132. Look upon me, and be merciful unto me, as thou usest to do unto those that love thy Name.
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Cant. 1. 2. Let him kise me with the kisses of his mouth, for thy love is better then Wine.
Cant 1. 2. Let him kise me with the Kisses of his Mouth, for thy love is better then Wine.
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Now I pray consider two things, that, 1. The prayers which God commands his people to make. 2. The things which God promises to grant:
Now I pray Consider two things, that, 1. The Prayers which God commands his people to make. 2. The things which God promises to grant:
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where promises are made, and commands are made, there if prayers be made, God will fulfil them.
where promises Are made, and commands Are made, there if Prayers be made, God will fulfil them.
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The manifestation of Gods favour is that which the people of God are commanded to seek;
The manifestation of God's favour is that which the people of God Are commanded to seek;
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(Seek ye my •ace, Psal. 27. 8.) and God hath promised to declare his loving favour to them,(Seek you my •ace, Psalm 27. 8.) and God hath promised to declare his loving favour to them,
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and therefore if they seek it, he will. 3. It is the thing which they do exceedingly need:
and Therefore if they seek it, he will. 3. It is the thing which they do exceedingly need:
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Though not sim-ply to their esse, yet respectively to their Bene esse. The loving kindness of God it is their life, and it is the Joy of their salvation, and it is their reviving, it is the binding up of their wounds, the setling of their fears, the strength of their soul, the peace of their conscience, the anchor of their ship, the Ark of rest ▪ 4. The Lord will grant unto his people,
Though not sim-ply to their esse, yet respectively to their Bene esse. The loving kindness of God it is their life, and it is the Joy of their salvation, and it is their reviving, it is the binding up of their wounds, the settling of their fears, the strength of their soul, the peace of their conscience, the anchor of their ship, the Ark of rest ▪ 4. The Lord will grant unto his people,
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even in this life, the first fruits of their glorious life: even in this life, the First fruits of their glorious life:
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though hereafter they shall see him face to face, yet here they shall know him as through a Glass;
though hereafter they shall see him face to face, yet Here they shall know him as through a Glass;
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here they shall tast how good he is, that they may more earnestly look after a full and Beatifical fruition of him. 5. And likewise to let them know the difference twixt a sinful, and penitent course; in the one they shall know how just he is in wrath, to hate, and punish sin;
Here they shall taste how good he is, that they may more earnestly look After a full and Beatifical fruition of him. 5. And likewise to let them know the difference betwixt a sinful, and penitent course; in the one they shall know how just he is in wrath, to hate, and Punish since;
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in the other how gracious, and merciful he is, to comfort, and revive a penitent. 6. Yea,
in the other how gracious, and merciful he is, to Comfort, and revive a penitent. 6. Yea,
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yet more, he doth declare his reconciled favour to them that they likewise may distinguish twixt these poor, false, miserable, jollities,
yet more, he does declare his reconciled favour to them that they likewise may distinguish betwixt these poor, false, miserable, Jollities,
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and pleasures, which they had by sin; and pleasures, which they had by since;
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and twixt those soul reviving transcendently affecting comforts, unspeakeable joies, unconceivable peace which arise to them, upon the knowledg of God reconciled to them in and through Christ:
and betwixt those soul reviving transcendently affecting comforts, unspeakable Joys, unconceivable peace which arise to them, upon the knowledge of God reconciled to them in and through christ:
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That there is not that juice, that support, that delight, that singularity of contentment in any way, as in a good way;
That there is not that juice, that support, that delight, that singularity of contentment in any Way, as in a good Way;
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nor the like life and spirit to be drawn from any sinful or earthly springs, as from the goodness and kindness of his loving favour:
nor the like life and Spirit to be drawn from any sinful or earthly springs, as from the Goodness and kindness of his loving favour:
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that a God reconciled is the only happiness of the soul.
that a God reconciled is the only happiness of the soul.
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Doth the Lord manifest unto penitential persons his reconciled favour? Then you who take your selves to be converts and penitents, satisfie not your selves, be not contented until you find the SEals and tokens of Gods favour.
Does the Lord manifest unto penitential Persons his reconciled favour? Then you who take your selves to be converts and penitents, satisfy not your selves, be not contented until you find the Seals and tokens of God's favour.
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You have (I know) his Word and Bond for your reconciliation, and your condition really is the state of reconciliation;
You have (I know) his Word and Bound for your reconciliation, and your condition really is the state of reconciliation;
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you do love the Lord, and the Lord doth love you:
you do love the Lord, and the Lord does love you:
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But yet advance somwhat farther, strive to find the kisses, the gracious expressions and evidences from God, that he is reconciled unto you.
But yet advance somewhat farther, strive to find the Kisses, the gracious expressions and evidences from God, that he is reconciled unto you.
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The Motives to excite you hereto, are many and forcible.
The Motives to excite you hereto, Are many and forcible.
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1. The differences twixt God and you have been very great and high, such as have much provoked the Lord; 1. The differences betwixt God and you have been very great and high, such as have much provoked the Lord;
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and they have been of long continuance, such as have deserved ten thousand Hells:
and they have been of long Continuance, such as have deserved ten thousand Hells:
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No• why will you not strive to make it out of doubt that God hath pardoned you,
No• why will you not strive to make it out of doubt that God hath pardoned you,
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and is in Christ graciously reconciled unto you? If there have been differences betwixt us and a man of place, we will use all the means to take up the controversie,
and is in christ graciously reconciled unto you? If there have been differences betwixt us and a man of place, we will use all the means to take up the controversy,
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and get a release of all things; how much more having to do with God?
and get a release of all things; how much more having to doe with God?
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2. This Reconciled Love is worth the suing out: No love like it; partly, because it doth so immediately concern the soul of a Christian.
2. This Reconciled Love is worth the suing out: No love like it; partly, Because it does so immediately concern the soul of a Christian.
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It is a love which accepts of a sinner, and makes the sinner accepted; it is more to him then the Princes pardon to a Traitor:
It is a love which accepts of a sinner, and makes the sinner accepted; it is more to him then the Princes pardon to a Traitor:
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Indeed, it is his passing from death to eternal Life. What should become of a sinner;
Indeed, it is his passing from death to Eternal Life. What should become of a sinner;
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if the Lord were not reconciled to him? If the Lord be his enemy and holds distance, the soul can never stand before him in Judgment:
if the Lord were not reconciled to him? If the Lord be his enemy and holds distance, the soul can never stand before him in Judgement:
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Farewel Peace, farewel Heaven without it. Partly, because it is the choicest & chiefest Love that God doth bestow:
Farewell Peace, farewell Heaven without it. Partly, Because it is the Choicest & chiefest Love that God does bestow:
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There is no one whom he doth imbrace with the love of friendship and reconciliation, but Elect persons, and such as he intends for Glory.
There is no one whom he does embrace with the love of friendship and reconciliation, but Elect Persons, and such as he intends for Glory.
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Therefore this Love is called, the ancient Love, great Love, Eph. 2. and the free Love, and the Love of his chosen, and a Love which is sure,
Therefore this Love is called, the ancient Love, great Love, Ephesians 2. and the free Love, and the Love of his chosen, and a Love which is sure,
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and a Love which neither Powers, nor principalities, nor world, nor life, nor death, nor things present,
and a Love which neither Powers, nor principalities, nor world, nor life, nor death, nor things present,
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nor things to come, can extirpate or abolish. nor things to come, can extirpate or Abolah.
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You may partake of his common Love, and the common effects of that Love, yet you may be his very enemies, and vessels of wrath.
You may partake of his Common Love, and the Common effects of that Love, yet you may be his very enemies, and vessels of wrath.
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Partly, because it frees you from the sorest fears, and sharpest torments.
Partly, Because it frees you from the Sorest fears, and Sharpest torments.
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You know that there are no troubles like those in Conscience, nor fears like those concerning our eternal Conditions.
You know that there Are no Troubles like those in Conscience, nor fears like those Concerning our Eternal Conditions.
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What• if I be one whom the Lord hates? what if I should dye,
What• if I be one whom the Lord hates? what if I should die,
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and then be damned? what if I be not in favour with the Lord? what if such or such a sin be not yet pardoned? Now the evidence that God is reconciled to you, doth silence these fears,
and then be damned? what if I be not in favour with the Lord? what if such or such a since be not yet pardoned? Now the evidence that God is reconciled to you, does silence these fears,
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and eases the conscience of these tormenting suspicions:
and eases the conscience of these tormenting suspicions:
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The Lord is my light (said David, Psal. 27. 1.) whom shall I fear? And, I will lay me down in peace, Psa. 4. 8. 3. It is one of the most admirable comforters of the soul in any condition. The Lord is my Light (said David, Psalm 27. 1.) whom shall I Fear? And, I will lay me down in peace, Psa. 4. 8. 3. It is one of the most admirable Comforters of the soul in any condition.
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If your condition be prosperous, why, the assurance that God is reconciled unto you, makes all your outward comforts the more comfortable unto you: If your condition be prosperous, why, the assurance that God is reconciled unto you, makes all your outward comforts the more comfortable unto you:
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It is like health to a good complexion, which sprinkles it over, and inamels the face with a fair beauty;
It is like health to a good complexion, which sprinkles it over, and inamels the face with a fair beauty;
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or like the light to colour, which unveils and discloseth all their art; or like the dew to the herbs, which makes them the more fragrant;
or like the Light to colour, which unveils and discloseth all their art; or like the due to the herbs, which makes them the more fragrant;
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when a man can say, I have all things, and God is reconciled to me too;
when a man can say, I have all things, and God is reconciled to me too;
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I have such a Lordship, and the King is my friend too;
I have such a Lordship, and the King is my friend too;
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such honours, friends, estate, and the Lord hath accepted of me too, and I know that all is pardoned;
such honours, Friends, estate, and the Lord hath accepted of me too, and I know that all is pardoned;
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is not this a comfort, when all is pleasant on earth, and all is right in heaven:
is not this a Comfort, when all is pleasant on earth, and all is right in heaven:
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whereas, if the Lord be not reconciled to a man, what avails all the world? If your conditions be calamitous, yet the assurance that God is reconci•ed to you, is an admirable cordial.
whereas, if the Lord be not reconciled to a man, what avails all the world? If your conditions be calamitous, yet the assurance that God is reconci•ed to you, is an admirable cordial.
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You read in Mat. 9. 2. Of a man sick with a dead Palsey, (a disease which exceedingly dejects the spirits;) Christ comes unto him, and gives him a Cordial;
You read in Mathew 9. 2. Of a man sick with a dead Palsy, (a disease which exceedingly dejects the spirits;) christ comes unto him, and gives him a Cordial;
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what was it, think you? why this, Son be of good comfort, thy sins are forgiven thee.
what was it, think you? why this, Son be of good Comfort, thy Sins Are forgiven thee.
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You will think this an improper comfort to a man in such a disease, but it was not;
You will think this an improper Comfort to a man in such a disease, but it was not;
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the assurance that our sins are pardoned, and that God is reconciled, revives, and cheers up the heart, nothing more.
the assurance that our Sins Are pardoned, and that God is reconciled, revives, and cheers up the heart, nothing more.
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So S. Paul speaks of Tribulation, Di•ress, Persecution, Famine, Nakedness, Peril, Sword, Yea, of Death it self, Rom. 8. 35, 36. and addeth.
So S. Paul speaks of Tribulation, Di•ress, Persecution, Famine, Nakedness, Peril, Sword, Yea, of Death it self, Rom. 8. 35, 36. and adds.
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v. 37. In all these things we are more then conquerours: he made light of them all, they were as nothing.v. 37. In all these things we Are more then conquerors: he made Light of them all, they were as nothing.
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How so? whence came this? why! from assurance of Gods love;
How so? whence Come this? why! from assurance of God's love;
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for (saith he, v. 38, 39.) I am perswaded, that neither death nor life,
for (Says he, v. 38, 39.) I am persuaded, that neither death nor life,
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nor any Creature shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lard.
nor any Creature shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in christ jesus our Lard.
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If your condition be pious, this evidence is the main thing which makes it most comfortable;If your condition be pious, this evidence is the main thing which makes it most comfortable;
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all the habits of graces are no actual comforts, unless they become evident;
all the habits of graces Are no actual comforts, unless they become evident;
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and so far do they comfort you, as they are true and real evidences of Gods reconciled love and favour unto you.
and so Far do they Comfort you, as they Are true and real evidences of God's reconciled love and favour unto you.
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4. It will be an unspeakable stay unto you in death; you know the day of death will shortly overtake every one of us: Here is no abiding City;
4. It will be an unspeakable stay unto you in death; you know the day of death will shortly overtake every one of us: Here is no abiding city;
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and what temptations may befall us then, we cannot assure our selves; we know not what Satan or conscience may raise up against us:
and what temptations may befall us then, we cannot assure our selves; we know not what Satan or conscience may raise up against us:
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When our souls are ready to depart, then either to be determinate;
When our Souls Are ready to depart, then either to be determinate;
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God is not yet reconciled to me, (that just God, before whom I must immediately appear to answer,
God is not yet reconciled to me, (that just God, before whom I must immediately appear to answer,
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and make accounts;) or to be indeterminate;
and make accounts;) or to be indeterminate;
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It may be, I am reconciled, it may be I am not, I never had any solid evidence of it;
It may be, I am reconciled, it may be I am not, I never had any solid evidence of it;
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how distracting a thing is this, that the soul, one minute hopes the best, and presently, it doubts the worst? Now I think I shall go to Heaven;
how distracting a thing is this, that the soul, one minute hope's the best, and presently, it doubts the worst? Now I think I shall go to Heaven;
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and by and by, I fear lest I shall be cast into Hell:
and by and by, I Fear lest I shall be cast into Hell:
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But if you had obtained to an evidence of Gods reconciled favour unto you, that the Lord had pardoned all the sins of your life,
But if you had obtained to an evidence of God's reconciled favour unto you, that the Lord had pardoned all the Sins of your life,
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and had graciously accepted of you in Christ, though death it self appears, you would not much be moved.
and had graciously accepted of you in christ, though death it self appears, you would not much be moved.
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I know that my redeemer lives, said Job c. 19. And we know, that if our earthly house be dissolved, we have a building of God, I know that my redeemer lives, said Job c. 19. And we know, that if our earthly house be dissolved, we have a building of God,
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an house eternal in the heavens, (saith the Apostle) 2 Cor. 5. 1. 5. It is of all the most quickning and forwarding thing to the heart, for the performance of all sorts of holy duties: an house Eternal in the heavens, (Says the Apostle) 2 Cor. 5. 1. 5. It is of all the most quickening and forwarding thing to the heart, for the performance of all sorts of holy duties:
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We oftentimes complain, what dull and slow hearts we have to Prayer; were we more assured that God is reconciled to us, we should quickly find hearts more affected, and more enlarged for Prayer;
We oftentimes complain, what dull and slow hearts we have to Prayer; were we more assured that God is reconciled to us, we should quickly find hearts more affected, and more enlarged for Prayer;
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though we be afraid, and flye from an angry and just God, yet we would •hye in,
though we be afraid, and fly from an angry and just God, yet we would •hye in,
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and speed unto a reconciled, and gracious God. Psal. 63. 1. Thou art my God; (here he discerns that whereof we speak.
and speed unto a reconciled, and gracious God. Psalm 63. 1. Thou art my God; (Here he discerns that whereof we speak.
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sc. God reconciled;) and then it followes, early will I seek unto thee. sc. God reconciled;) and then it follows, early will I seek unto thee.
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Again, we wonder at our listnesses of our spirits to the word, that we do not mind it, long after it, affect it more;
Again, we wonder At our listnesses of our spirits to the word, that we do not mind it, long After it, affect it more;
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were you more assured of Gods love, being more affected with him, we should certainly grow more affected with his word.
were you more assured of God's love, being more affected with him, we should Certainly grow more affected with his word.
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They, in 1 Pet. 2. 2. must desire the sincere Milk of the Word, as new born Babes (.i.) with much eagerness, and delightfulness;
They, in 1 Pet. 2. 2. must desire the sincere Milk of the Word, as new born Babes (i) with much eagerness, and delightfulness;
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but how might this apprehension be wrought in them. Why! v. 3. If so be, that you have tasted, that the Lord is gracious, q. d.
but how might this apprehension be wrought in them. Why! v. 3. If so be, that you have tasted, that the Lord is gracious, q. worser.
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a tast (an experience, an assurance) that God is your gracious God, that is it which will whet an edge and appetite after the word;
a taste (an experience, an assurance) that God is your gracious God, that is it which will whet an edge and appetite After the word;
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I say no more but this, you will serve the Lord with more willing hearts,
I say no more but this, you will serve the Lord with more willing hearts,
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and cheerful, then ever you did in all your lives, if so be you could get assurance that God is reconciled.
and cheerful, then ever you did in all your lives, if so be you could get assurance that God is reconciled.
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6. It makes your hearts most confident on God in evil times;
6. It makes your hearts most confident on God in evil times;
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when afflictions are upon you, when dangers arise, when distractions are in the world, when any near calamity breaks in; when afflictions Are upon you, when dangers arise, when distractions Are in the world, when any near calamity breaks in;
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these are like Land-floods, which carry away all, or like the deluge in Noah 's time, which exceeded all the mountains,
these Are like Land-floods, which carry away all, or like the deluge in Noah is time, which exceeded all the Mountains,
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so do these drown all the vain hopes, and confidences of evil men, that are not reconciled to God;
so do these drown all the vain hope's, and confidences of evil men, that Are not reconciled to God;
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they know not in the world what to do, they have no heart to go in unot God,
they know not in the world what to do, they have no heart to go in unot God,
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for their consciences now tell them plainly, that they are in the estate of enmity, and wrath.
for their Consciences now tell them plainly, that they Are in the estate of enmity, and wrath.
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But even now, though the foundations of the earth be shaken, the assured person, who knows God is reconciled to him, knows also that his foundation of love stands sure and firm,
But even now, though the foundations of the earth be shaken, the assured person, who knows God is reconciled to him, knows also that his Foundation of love Stands sure and firm,
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and through all, does he make his address unto the God of his mercies, and shall find acceptance with him.
and through all, does he make his address unto the God of his Mercies, and shall find acceptance with him.
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7. Lastly, It is that which will wonderfully inlarge your graces;
7. Lastly, It is that which will wonderfully enlarge your graces;
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the Apostle delivers it in the general, that the knowledg of the love of Christ, is a means by which we come to be filled with all the fulness of God. the Apostle delivers it in the general, that the knowledge of the love of christ, is a means by which we come to be filled with all the fullness of God.
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Eph. 3. 19. See but Luke 7. 38. You shall find that much was there forgiven;
Ephesians 3. 19. See but Lycia 7. 38. You shall find that much was there forgiven;
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the woman, though a great sinner, was graciously reconciled;
the woman, though a great sinner, was graciously reconciled;
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what followes on this, she loved much, she wept much, she humbled her self much, her affections to Christ;
what follows on this, she loved much, she wept much, she humbled her self much, her affections to christ;
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her tears for her sins, her humility of spirit, all of them are set down as exemplary copies;
her tears for her Sins, her humility of Spirit, all of them Are Set down as exemplary copies;
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this is it, which will make the light of our Moon, to be as the light of the Sun;
this is it, which will make the Light of our Moon, to be as the Light of the Sun;
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and our light of the Sun, as the light of seven dayes. and our Light of the Sun, as the Light of seven days.
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You may perhaps reply unto me, this evidence that God is reconciled to us (which is so excellent in it self,
You may perhaps reply unto me, this evidence that God is reconciled to us (which is so excellent in it self,
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and produces such effects) were a very heaven upon earth, if we could attain unto it.
and produces such effects) were a very heaven upon earth, if we could attain unto it.
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But what means should we use, that we may at length enjoy it: I con•ecture thus, that the means of obtaining it, are twofold, Internal, External.
But what means should we use, that we may At length enjoy it: I con•ecture thus, that the means of obtaining it, Are twofold, Internal, External.
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The Internal means are three, viz. Conscience, the Spirit of God, and Faith; for all these have in them a reflexive, and an evidencing virtue or power.
The Internal means Are three, viz. Conscience, the Spirit of God, and Faith; for all these have in them a reflexive, and an evidencing virtue or power.
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1. Then, you must get your consciences renewed:
1. Then, you must get your Consciences renewed:
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Conscience, absolutely considered, hath a reflexing power, it can look on our natural acts and conditions;
Conscience, absolutely considered, hath a reflexing power, it can look on our natural acts and conditions;
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but it must be conscience renewed, which must testifie of the spiritual estate, and that God is reconciled to you.
but it must be conscience renewed, which must testify of the spiritual estate, and that God is reconciled to you.
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The testimony or evidence of conscience renewed, is (you know) syllogistical, and nothing else but the eccho of the word, v. g. whosoever truly repents of sin, the Lord is reconciled to him;
The testimony or evidence of conscience renewed, is (you know) syllogistical, and nothing Else but the echo of the word, v. g. whosoever truly repents of since, the Lord is reconciled to him;
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this is the proposition of the word, as you may read in Hos. 14. 1, 2, 3. They are described,
this is the proposition of the word, as you may read in Hos. 14. 1, 2, 3. They Are described,
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as acting the parts of true penitents; and then v. 4. I will love them freely:
as acting the parts of true penitents; and then v. 4. I will love them freely:
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So Jer. 31. 19. Ephraim is turned, and repents, and then v. 20. Ephraim is a dear child, and a pleasant Son;
So Jer. 31. 19. Ephraim is turned, and repents, and then v. 20. Ephraim is a dear child, and a pleasant Son;
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he is earnestly remembred, and sure mercy is his; (.i.) Ephraim is reconciled, and dearly loved of God.
he is earnestly remembered, and sure mercy is his; (i) Ephraim is reconciled, and dearly loved of God.
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Here renewed conscience assumes, But I do unfainedly repent, I do truly mourn, and forsake sin;
Here renewed conscience assumes, But I do unfeignedly Repent, I do truly mourn, and forsake since;
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and now with assurance, it concludes by way of evidence and testimony, Therefore the Lord is reconciled unto me, he doth freely and surely love me.
and now with assurance, it concludes by Way of evidence and testimony, Therefore the Lord is reconciled unto me, he does freely and surely love me.
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Obj. But it is objected, Conscience may be deceived; it may assume without ground, and so deludingly conclude the matter.Object But it is objected, Conscience may be deceived; it may assume without ground, and so deludingly conclude the matter.
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Sol. I grant that conscience may be erronious in its grounds, but conscience as renewed, and concluding as a renewed conscience, will not delude you, nor err;Sol. I grant that conscience may be erroneous in its grounds, but conscience as renewed, and concluding as a renewed conscience, will not delude you, nor err;
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for conscience renewed, concludes not upon an empty imagination, but upon a solid examination of the heart and life.
for conscience renewed, concludes not upon an empty imagination, but upon a solid examination of the heart and life.
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It finds that integrity in the heart, and that uprightness in ordering the life, which doth answer the word of God;
It finds that integrity in the heart, and that uprightness in ordering the life, which does answer the word of God;
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And reading that the Lord loves the upright, and that he will shew his salvation to him that orders his conversation aright:
And reading that the Lord loves the upright, and that he will show his salvation to him that order his Conversation aright:
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Now upon search, finding this habitual and actual uprightness, it concludes, Surely I am the person whom the Lord loves,
Now upon search, finding this habitual and actual uprightness, it concludes, Surely I am the person whom the Lord loves,
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and to whom he is reconciled. 2. You must get the spirit of God:
and to whom he is reconciled. 2. You must get the Spirit of God:
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The Apostle in Rom. 5. 5. saith, that the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the holy Ghost;
The Apostle in Rom. 5. 5. Says, that the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the holy Ghost;
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so that if ever you would know the love of God unto you, you must have the spirit of God:
so that if ever you would know the love of God unto you, you must have the Spirit of God:
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the spirit of God hath many operations given unto him, as that he inlightens the mind, humbles the heart, sanctifies it,
the Spirit of God hath many operations given unto him, as that he inlightens the mind, humbles the heart, Sanctifies it,
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and then that he sealeth and comforteth it; and as these effects, so the order of them is observable;
and then that he Sealeth and comforts it; and as these effects, so the order of them is observable;
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he doth not first of all seal or assure, and then inlighten, and then sanctifie, and then humble;
he does not First of all seal or assure, and then inlighten, and then sanctify, and then humble;
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but he first inlightens, humbles, sanctifies and converts the soul, and then assures and comforts it:
but he First inlightens, humbles, Sanctifies and converts the soul, and then assures and comforts it:
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Peruse Rom. 8. you shall find, that the witness of the spirit that we are the children of God, v. 16. followes the spirit of bondage,
Peruse Rom. 8. you shall find, that the witness of the Spirit that we Are the children of God, v. 16. follows the Spirit of bondage,
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and of adoption, and of supplication, v. 15. and the quickning of the spirit, v. 11. and a leading of the spirit, v. 14. So that if ever you would be assured that the Lord is reconciled to you, you must get his spirit convincing, humbling, renewing, and leading you;and of adoption, and of supplication, v. 15. and the quickening of the Spirit, v. 11. and a leading of the Spirit, v. 14. So that if ever you would be assured that the Lord is reconciled to you, you must get his Spirit convincing, humbling, renewing, and leading you;
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so much evidence as you have of holiness, so much assurance you may build on of Gods reconciled favour unto you.
so much evidence as you have of holiness, so much assurance you may built on of God's reconciled favour unto you.
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Obj. But here also it is objected, we may thus be cozened with Enthusiasms, taking a fond dream and delusion,Object But Here also it is objected, we may thus be cozened with Enthusiasms, taking a found dream and delusion,
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for a witnessing or testimony of Gods spirit. Sol. I answer, this is a fond and ridiculous exception;
for a witnessing or testimony of God's Spirit. Sol. I answer, this is a found and ridiculous exception;
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for the spirit of God (as S. Ambrose speaks) can neither deceive, nor be deceived.
for the Spirit of God (as S. Ambrose speaks) can neither deceive, nor be deceived.
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The sealing or assuring testimony of Gods Spirit, is never Nudum nor Nudatum testimonium; but as it is a seal to a deed drawn, (I mean an heart first written over with renewing graces;) so in the sealing, it alwayes produceth more tender and lively operations of holiness, in all good works.
The sealing or assuring testimony of God's Spirit, is never Nudum nor Nudatum testimonium; but as it is a seal to a deed drawn, (I mean an heart First written over with renewing graces;) so in the sealing, it always Produceth more tender and lively operations of holiness, in all good works.
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3. Lastly, If you would get assurance of Gods love reconciled unto your souls, you must get Faith. Faith is the eye, by which we look on God,
3. Lastly, If you would get assurance of God's love reconciled unto your Souls, you must get Faith. Faith is the eye, by which we look on God,
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and it is that light, by which we see God looking on us:
and it is that Light, by which we see God looking on us:
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How did Simeon see Christ to be his Saviour? Or Paul know that Christ loved him, but by Faith? There are two wayes by which Faith can and will bring the soul to see or know God reconciled unto it:
How did Simeon see christ to be his Saviour? Or Paul know that christ loved him, but by Faith? There Are two ways by which Faith can and will bring the soul to see or know God reconciled unto it:
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One is, by and in Christ; there is no seeing of a reconciled God, but in a Mediator,
One is, by and in christ; there is no seeing of a reconciled God, but in a Mediator,
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and therefore Christ is called so often our Peace, our Atonement, our Reconciler:
and Therefore christ is called so often our Peace, our Atonement, our Reconciler:
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The other is, by and through the Promises, which is therefore called the Covenant of Grace;
The other is, by and through the Promises, which is Therefore called the Covenant of Grace;
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q. d. sets forth, and presents God unto us, as graciously reconciled.q. worser. sets forth, and presents God unto us, as graciously reconciled.
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If you have so much faith as will bring you to Christ, to know him, to embrace and accept of him, to rely on him, you may with safest confidence conclude and be perswaded, that God is your reconciled God:
If you have so much faith as will bring you to christ, to know him, to embrace and accept of him, to rely on him, you may with Safest confidence conclude and be persuaded, that God is your reconciled God:
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For God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself. For God was in christ reconciling the world to himself.
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2. The external means of obtaining assurance are: 1. Conscionable and diligent application of our selves to the Word.
2. The external means of obtaining assurance Are: 1. Conscionable and diligent application of our selves to the Word.
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The word of God is both the instrument of our Regeneration, and of our Consolation; and is not only productive of faith,
The word of God is both the Instrument of our Regeneration, and of our Consolation; and is not only productive of faith,
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as it is an adherence, but able also to produce it, as it is an evidence:
as it is an adherence, but able also to produce it, as it is an evidence:
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and therefore, as you read that faith in acceptance depends on the word, Rom. 10. 17. so we read that faith in assurance flowes likewise from it. 1 Joh. 5. 13. These things have I written unto you that believe on the Name of the Son of God, that ye may know that ye have eternal life.
and Therefore, as you read that faith in acceptance depends on the word, Rom. 10. 17. so we read that faith in assurance flows likewise from it. 1 John 5. 13. These things have I written unto you that believe on the Name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have Eternal life.
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And as the Word is oftentimes called a Word of Faith, so it is sometimes called a Lip of Peace.
And as the Word is oftentimes called a Word of Faith, so it is sometime called a Lip of Peace.
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Isa. 57. 19. q. it produceth an assurance from which that peace doth flow. 2. And to the Sacrament. The Sacrament hath, I confess, many ends; Isaiah 57. 19. q. it Produceth an assurance from which that peace does flow. 2. And to the Sacrament. The Sacrament hath, I confess, many ends;
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and it is (as the Word of God is) an Organ or Instrument of the Divine spirit,
and it is (as the Word of God is) an Organ or Instrument of the Divine Spirit,
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for much good unto believing souls.
for much good unto believing Souls.
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Among the rest, it hath a singular virtue to breed assurance of Gods love, and therefore it is called, a Seal in Ro. 4. 11. In it Christ Jesus (in whom God is reconciled) is most distinctly represented in his Passion,
Among the rest, it hath a singular virtue to breed assurance of God's love, and Therefore it is called, a Seal in Ro. 4. 11. In it christ jesus (in whom God is reconciled) is most distinctly represented in his Passion,
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as making peace by his blood for our souls:
as making peace by his blood for our Souls:
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In it the same Christ Jesus is particularly offered and applyed unto us, with all the benefits and efficacies of his person:
In it the same christ jesus is particularly offered and applied unto us, with all the benefits and efficacies of his person:
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Take, eat, this is my body which was given for you, 1 Cor. 11. 24. As if God should say,Take, eat, this is my body which was given for you, 1 Cor. 11. 24. As if God should say,
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As surely as I give thee this bread and wine, so I give thee my Son,
As surely as I give thee this bred and wine, so I give thee my Son,
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and the purchase of his death, even reconciliation, and pardon, and mercy. A believing celebration of the Sacrament is a most admirable means to remove our doubts,
and the purchase of his death, even reconciliation, and pardon, and mercy. A believing celebration of the Sacrament is a most admirable means to remove our doubts,
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and to establish our hearts with an assurance that God is reconciled unto us. 3. Fervent and patient Prayer; prizing the favour of God,
and to establish our hearts with an assurance that God is reconciled unto us. 3. Fervent and patient Prayer; prizing the favour of God,
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as David did, Psal. 63. 3. Hungring and thirsting after it, as he hid, Psal. 106. 4, 5. And thus continuing to seek with diligence, being withall tenderly careful in our hearts and wayes to please the Lord;
as David did, Psalm 63. 3. Hungering and thirsting After it, as he hid, Psalm 106. 4, 5. And thus Continuing to seek with diligence, being withal tenderly careful in our hearts and ways to please the Lord;
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we shall have the desires of our Souls crowned with the testimonies of his love here,
we shall have the Desires of our Souls crowned with the testimonies of his love Here,
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and with the full glory of his face, and favour hereafter.
and with the full glory of his face, and favour hereafter.
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Luke 15. 21, 22, 23. 21. And the Son said unto him, Father, I have sinned against heaven,
Luke 15. 21, 22, 23. 21. And the Son said unto him, Father, I have sinned against heaven,
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and in thy sight, and am no more worthy to be called thy Son.
and in thy sighed, and am no more worthy to be called thy Son.
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22. But the Father said to his servants, Bring forth the best Robe, and put it on him,
22. But the Father said to his Servants, Bring forth the best Robe, and put it on him,
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and put a Ring on his hand, and Shoes on his feet. and put a Ring on his hand, and Shoes on his feet.
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23. And bring hither the fatted calf, and kill it, and let us eat, and be merry.
23. And bring hither the fatted calf, and kill it, and let us eat, and be merry.
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These words contain in them. 1. The real acting of a penitential intention:
These words contain in them. 1. The real acting of a penitential intention:
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The matter whereof, in his humble and sad confession, I have insisted on already, when I touched on v. 18, 19. Now I shall observe a little more from the circumstance and manner of it. 2. The strange alteration of his condition:
The matter whereof, in his humble and sad Confessi, I have insisted on already, when I touched on v. 18, 19. Now I shall observe a little more from the circumstance and manner of it. 2. The strange alteration of his condition:
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The heart of man never alters from sin to its prejudice; the best courses ever draw after them, the best comforts.
The heart of man never alters from since to its prejudice; the best courses ever draw After them, the best comforts.
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While he was a prodigal, he had neither bread to eat, nor Rags to cloath him,
While he was a prodigal, he had neither bred to eat, nor Rags to cloth him,
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nor house to lodg him, much less Jewels to adorn him, and feasts to entertain him:
nor house to lodge him, much less Jewels to adorn him, and feasts to entertain him:
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But now he becomes a penitent, here is a Father to admit him into a house, to put the best Robe on his back,
But now he becomes a penitent, Here is a Father to admit him into a house, to put the best Robe on his back,
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and the Ring on his finger, and Shoes on his feet, and likewise to provide meat,
and the Ring on his finger, and Shoes on his feet, and likewise to provide meat,
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even the choicest for his belly.
even the Choicest for his belly.
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Before I touch on these, distinctly and particularly, there are some Propositions, which I will briefly touch on, v. g.
Before I touch on these, distinctly and particularly, there Are Some Propositions, which I will briefly touch on, v. g.
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Doct. That, no not the kindest expressions of mercy do silence a truly penitential heart, from an humble confession of sin;
Doct. That, no not the Kindest expressions of mercy do silence a truly penitential heart, from an humble Confessi of since;
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Kindest mercies draw out humblest confessions: The Father pities, meets, embraces, kisseth this penitential Prodigal.
Kindest Mercies draw out Humblest confessions: The Father pities, meets, embraces, Kisses this penitential Prodigal.
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What doth he? rise up and slight all that hath been evil? Oh no! mercy melts him down,
What does he? rise up and slight all that hath been evil? O no! mercy melts him down,
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and he confesseth with tears, Father I have sinned, &c. q. d. What is this, that thou shouldst so easily,
and he Confesses with tears, Father I have sinned, etc. q. worser. What is this, that thou Shouldst so Easily,
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so freely, so m•rcifully behold so sinful, so unworthy a wretch as I have been? As David, when God declared unto him the intentions of his further mercies, for him and his posterity:
so freely, so m•rcifully behold so sinful, so unworthy a wretch as I have been? As David, when God declared unto him the intentions of his further Mercies, for him and his posterity:
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He sate before the Lord, and said, Who am I, O Lord God? and what is my house that thou hast brought me hitherto? So is it with the true penitent, upon the Declaration of pardoning and accepting mercy.
He sat before the Lord, and said, Who am I, Oh Lord God? and what is my house that thou hast brought me hitherto? So is it with the true penitent, upon the Declaration of pardoning and accepting mercy.
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Now, O Lord God, who am I? I, who have done so wickedly, yet to be remembred so graciously? The same you find in Paul, who,
Now, Oh Lord God, who am I? I, who have done so wickedly, yet to be remembered so graciously? The same you find in Paul, who,
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though he received a testimony of his pardon and acceptance, by a messenger graciously dispatched from Jesus Christ himself, Acts 9. 17. Yet he doth most frequently,
though he received a testimony of his pardon and acceptance, by a Messenger graciously dispatched from jesus christ himself, Acts 9. 17. Yet he does most frequently,
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and humbly acknowledg and confess the kinds and greatness of his former transgressions.
and humbly acknowledge and confess the Kinds and greatness of his former transgressions.
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There is (for the time) a twofold Confession. 1. Antecedent, which is that humbling way, which God designs for the assecution of mercy.
There is (for the time) a twofold Confessi. 1. Antecedent, which is that humbling Way, which God designs for the assecution of mercy.
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See Prov. 28. 13. & 1 Jo. 1. 9. To make us indite, and condemn our selves, that he may acquit and pardon us. 2. Consequent; which is that judging,
See Curae 28. 13. & 1 John 1. 9. To make us indite, and condemn our selves, that he may acquit and pardon us. 2. Consequent; which is that judging,
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and self-condemning way, after mercy is obtained: The sight of mercy breeds four notable effects in a true penitent;
and self-condemning Way, After mercy is obtained: The sighed of mercy breeds four notable effects in a true penitent;
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1. Much Admiration, (Oh, that God should look on me!) 2. Much Detestation, (Oh, that God should ever pardon me!) 3. More contrition, (Oh, that I should sin against such a God;) 4. More Confession, (I have sinned,
1. Much Admiration, (O, that God should look on me!) 2. Much Detestation, (O, that God should ever pardon me!) 3. More contrition, (O, that I should sin against such a God;) 4. More Confessi, (I have sinned,
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and done very foolishly to sin against a God much in mercy.)
and done very foolishly to sin against a God much in mercy.)
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2. This consequent confession, which followes the expressions or testimonies of pardoning mercy hath these qualities. 1. It is an acknowledging of sin, with more compunction of spirit:
2. This consequent Confessi, which follows the expressions or testimonies of pardoning mercy hath these qualities. 1. It is an acknowledging of since, with more compunction of Spirit:
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Sight of pardon doth not only open our lips, but our eyes, and fetcheth forth not only words but tears;
Sighed of pardon does not only open our lips, but our eyes, and Fetches forth not only words but tears;
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the heart doth break out, when mercy breaks forth:
the heart does break out, when mercy breaks forth:
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The heart never confesseth sin with more filial grief, then when it apprehends sin, much sin discharged with a paternal love:
The heart never Confesses since with more filial grief, then when it apprehends since, much since discharged with a paternal love:
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the wind breaks the clouds, but the Sun melts them most into showers, so &c. 2. It is an acknowledging of sin, with more indignation: The grea•er mercy makes a penitent to be the sharper Judg;
the wind breaks the Clouds, but the Sun melts them most into showers, so etc. 2. It is an acknowledging of since, with more Indignation: The grea•er mercy makes a penitent to be the sharper Judge;
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the more God is now pleased with him, the more is he displeased with himself, for sinning against him.
the more God is now pleased with him, the more is he displeased with himself, for sinning against him.
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When God remembred his Covenant, Ezek. 16. 60. then did the penitential Israelites remember their wayes with shame.
When God remembered his Covenant, Ezekiel 16. 60. then did the penitential Israelites Remember their ways with shame.
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v. 61. And when he made it known to them, that he was pacifyed towards them,
v. 61. And when he made it known to them, that he was pacified towards them,
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then were they confounded, and never opened their mouths more, v. 63. 3. It is an acknowledging of sin with more aggravation: Servile confessions are usually more deceitful and partial; then were they confounded, and never opened their mouths more, v. 63. 3. It is an acknowledging of since with more aggravation: Servile confessions Are usually more deceitful and partial;
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as Adam did acknowledg his sin, but puts it on Eve; no co•fessions are so free and full,
as Adam did acknowledge his since, but puts it on Eve; no co•fessions Are so free and full,
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as such which arise from the apprehension of mercies. David got his pardon for a great transgression;
as such which arise from the apprehension of Mercies. David god his pardon for a great Transgression;
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but then ho• exact is he in the distinct accusation of himself, and humble acknowledgment of his sin, in all the articles and circumstances of it? Psal. 51. 4. It is an acknowledgment of sin, with more detestation. Evidence of pardon produceth two effects:
but then ho• exact is he in the distinct accusation of himself, and humble acknowledgment of his since, in all the Articles and Circumstances of it? Psalm 51. 4. It is an acknowledgment of since, with more detestation. Evidence of pardon Produceth two effects:
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One is, more ardent affection of love to God;
One is, more Ardent affection of love to God;
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Another is (which necessarily followes) a deeper hatred of sin, which opposed so gracious a goodness.
another is (which necessarily follows) a Deeper hatred of since, which opposed so gracious a Goodness.
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All that good which God mentions in the Covenant, Ezek. 36. 25. to the end of v. 30. produced a better remembrance of former evils,
All that good which God mentions in the Covenant, Ezekiel 36. 25. to the end of v. 30. produced a better remembrance of former evils,
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and also a deeper loathing of themselves for their iniquities, v. 31. As Job upon Gods appearing to him,
and also a Deeper loathing of themselves for their iniquities, v. 31. As Job upon God's appearing to him,
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and conferring with him, now abhors himself in dust and ashes:
and conferring with him, now abhors himself in dust and Ashes:
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So the penitent upon the manifestation of divine favour, doth more acknowledg his vileness, judg his follies, and abhor his iniquities;
So the penitent upon the manifestation of divine favour, does more acknowledge his vileness, judge his follies, and abhor his iniquities;
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it is ever true, that the greatest mercies set the heart at greatest distance with sin. But now it is demanded;
it is ever true, that the greatest Mercies Set the heart At greatest distance with since. But now it is demanded;
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Why should the expressions of mercy elicite confession of sin, if it be pardoned? why any more confession? Reasons though hereof be many. 1. Piety in man is not opposite, but only subordinate to Pity in God.
Why should the expressions of mercy elicit Confessi of since, if it be pardoned? why any more Confessi? Reasons though hereof be many. 1. Piety in man is not opposite, but only subordinate to Pity in God.
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Divine love doth not destroy, but increase duty: Assurance followes the habits, and alwayes advances the acts of grace:
Divine love does not destroy, but increase duty: Assurance follows the habits, and always advances the acts of grace:
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As it is our duty to seek our pardon by confession, so also to carry away the same with continued confessions;
As it is our duty to seek our pardon by Confessi, so also to carry away the same with continued confessions;
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confession of sin is not a transient, but a constant duty;
Confessi of since is not a Transient, but a constant duty;
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As the Mathematicians speak of a Line, That it is not punctum, but fluxus punctorum; so I say of any duty, It is not one indivisible act only, but an act repeated:
As the Mathematicians speak of a Line, That it is not punctum, but fluxus punctorum; so I say of any duty, It is not one indivisible act only, but an act repeated:
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to believe is a duty, in which one act only is not enough, for I must still keep my eye upon Christ.
to believe is a duty, in which one act only is not enough, for I must still keep my eye upon christ.
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So to confess sin, is a duty not done altogether, because once done; but still to be done, because a duty to be done:
So to confess since, is a duty not done altogether, Because once done; but still to be done, Because a duty to be done:
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though God be pleased to forget, yet it is our duty to remember.
though God be pleased to forget, yet it is our duty to Remember.
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But secondly, By confession of sin, after remission and testimony, mercy is now acknowledged to be mercy:
But secondly, By Confessi of since, After remission and testimony, mercy is now acknowledged to be mercy:
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What a man may speak in straights is one thing, what in free circumstances, when extra aleam, is another.
What a man may speak in straights is one thing, what in free Circumstances, when extra aleam, is Another.
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Many a man cryes out for mercy, who perhaps scarce will give mercy all the glory afterward.
Many a man cries out for mercy, who perhaps scarce will give mercy all the glory afterwards.
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But when we are pardoned, and yet confess sin, we do really profess, That it was not Worthiness in us,
But when we Are pardoned, and yet confess since, we do really profess, That it was not Worthiness in us,
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but only Goodness in God, that pardoned.
but only goodness in God, that pardoned.
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No man can more fully give the glory of his pardon to sole mercy, then he who doth confess his sins after mercy:
No man can more Fully give the glory of his pardon to sole mercy, then he who does confess his Sins After mercy:
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What is this confession of sin, but as if the person should say, O Lord, to me, indeed, nothing did belong but shame and confusion;
What is this Confessi of since, but as if the person should say, Oh Lord, to me, indeed, nothing did belong but shame and confusion;
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for I, for my part, have thus and thus sinned against thee, and deserved thy wrath,
for I, for my part, have thus and thus sinned against thee, and deserved thy wrath,
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but it was meer mercy that saved and pardoned me? 3. The more pardoning mercy God shews, The more humility is thereby wrought in the heart;
but it was mere mercy that saved and pardoned me? 3. The more pardoning mercy God shows, The more humility is thereby wrought in the heart;
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for who can behold much pardon, but withal must know, it was much sin that hath that much pardon? He hath greater cause of shame, for who can behold much pardon, but withal must know, it was much since that hath that much pardon? He hath greater cause of shame,
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because all this while a God of such mercy hath been offended:
Because all this while a God of such mercy hath been offended:
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So that here is more cause for the heart to abase it self and to confess its own vileness. 4. Upon gracious remission, more, and new grounds of Confession do arise:
So that Here is more cause for the heart to abase it self and to confess its own vileness. 4. Upon gracious remission, more, and new grounds of Confessi do arise:
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Before I am pardoned, I confess my sins, because God requires confession, and also because he doth upon a right confession promise Remission.
Before I am pardoned, I confess my Sins, Because God requires Confessi, and also Because he does upon a right Confessi promise Remission.
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When I am pardoned, more reasons of Confession are upon mercy, namely, mercy granted, and mercy sealed. O then!
When I am pardoned, more Reasons of Confessi Are upon mercy, namely, mercy granted, and mercy sealed. O then!
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have I not more cause to confess my sinful vileness, having tasted of most unspeakable goodness in the pardon of it?
have I not more cause to confess my sinful vileness, having tasted of most unspeakable Goodness in the pardon of it?
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Doth the penitent person humbly confess his sins after the pardon of them? Why, let us (if any of us think that we are pardoned) do so too:
Does the penitent person humbly confess his Sins After the pardon of them? Why, let us (if any of us think that we Are pardoned) do so too:
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Tis a truth, that of all things we are most willing to forget our sins;
This a truth, that of all things we Are most willing to forget our Sins;
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we have much adoe to keep our thoughts on them in a penitential way (its death almost to some men to think on their sins thus) and in case if by a little duty we have got the least hope of pardon, we ordinarily put those sins off from any future solemn Confessions.
we have much ado to keep our thoughts on them in a penitential Way (its death almost to Some men to think on their Sins thus) and in case if by a little duty we have god the least hope of pardon, we ordinarily put those Sins off from any future solemn Confessions.
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This I conceive ariseth from two causes;
This I conceive arises from two Causes;
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the one is the sensible influence which sin (often to be thought on) imprints on the conscience. After considerations of sin, we have usually most bitterness and trouble, which we willingly would not feel.
the one is the sensible influence which since (often to be Thought on) imprints on the conscience. After considerations of since, we have usually most bitterness and trouble, which we willingly would not feel.
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Another is an ignorance of the power and use of pardoning mercy; which as it brings Rest, Peace, so most hearty grief and confession:
another is an ignorance of the power and use of pardoning mercy; which as it brings Rest, Peace, so most hearty grief and Confessi:
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I will say to men presuming on pardon, and yet failing in an after confession of their sins, 1. It is suspicious whether ever they had any pardon at all, or real assurance thereof;
I will say to men presuming on pardon, and yet failing in an After Confessi of their Sins, 1. It is suspicious whither ever they had any pardon At all, or real assurance thereof;
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forasmuch as they fail in this after effect of confession, which is alwayes the more increased by the greater evidence of divine mercy. 2. It is suspicious whether they ever truly repented or no;
forasmuch as they fail in this After Effect of Confessi, which is always the more increased by the greater evidence of divine mercy. 2. It is suspicious whither they ever truly repented or no;
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for as much as true repentance doth incline us to go over and perfect all the acts and branches of Repentance, whereof confession, in a right manner performed, is not the least.
for as much as true Repentance does incline us to go over and perfect all the acts and branches of Repentance, whereof Confessi, in a right manner performed, is not the least.
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But for our parts, if any of us upon a penitential course have been so far blessed as to see the face of God with peace,
But for our parts, if any of us upon a penitential course have been so Far blessed as to see the face of God with peace,
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and have found any testimony of his pardoning mercy, let us never cease to bless that mercy,
and have found any testimony of his pardoning mercy, let us never cease to bless that mercy,
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and with mournful and self-judging hearts to iterate and continue our confession of the sins for which we have found mercy.
and with mournful and Self-judging hearts to iterate and continue our Confessi of the Sins for which we have found mercy.
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Motives hereunto are these, 1. We shall hereby the better prolong and increase our assurance of divine mercy:
Motives hereunto Are these, 1. We shall hereby the better prolong and increase our assurance of divine mercy:
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I conjecture that you shall in your experience find this truth, viz. That assurance lives longest in a believing Eye,
I conjecture that you shall in your experience find this truth, viz. That assurance lives longest in a believing Eye,
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an humble Spirit, and in a Soul accustomed to the strict exercise of Repentance:
an humble Spirit, and in a Soul accustomed to the strict exercise of Repentance:
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the way to get assurance of pardon, is ever the best way to preserve and inlarge it. 2. Hereby our Consciences shall most acquit us for the sincerity of our confession:
the Way to get assurance of pardon, is ever the best Way to preserve and enlarge it. 2. Hereby our Consciences shall most acquit us for the sincerity of our Confessi:
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Antecedent acts do not alwayes yield unto us that solid ground as subsequent acts:
Antecedent acts do not always yield unto us that solid ground as subsequent acts:
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As about our outward mercies, after prayers do more denominate the celestial frame then former prayers,
As about our outward Mercies, After Prayers do more denominate the celestial frame then former Prayers,
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because those may be depending on self-love and necessity, but the other springs out of spiritual love and piety, and respects to divine glory.
Because those may be depending on Self-love and necessity, but the other springs out of spiritual love and piety, and respects to divine glory.
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So is it in the business of confession of sin;
So is it in the business of Confessi of since;
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to confess under the beams of mercy is a better temper then to confess under the strokes of Justice;
to confess under the beams of mercy is a better temper then to confess under the Strokes of justice;
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it argues a more holy Ingenuity to acknowledg and bewail our vileness, being discharged of wrath and punishment,
it argues a more holy Ingenuity to acknowledge and bewail our vileness, being discharged of wrath and punishment,
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then only to exclaim either upon the Rack, or upon hopes to be taken off.
then only to exclaim either upon the Rack, or upon hope's to be taken off.
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3. Hereby the frame of the heart is kept more tender against sin, as Ezra 9. 14. Should we again break thy Commandments? Continued sense of sin produceth four singular effects, and with much addition too;
3. Hereby the frame of the heart is kept more tender against since, as Ezra 9. 14. Should we again break thy commandments? Continued sense of since Produceth four singular effects, and with much addition too;
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Most cordial Thankfulness, Most tender Fearfulness, Most diligent Fruitfulness, Most careful Tenderness. Most cordial Thankfulness, Most tender Fearfulness, Most diligent Fruitfulness, Most careful Tenderness.
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The daily judger of his former sins by a penitential confession, he is the man who abounds most with the thankful Lip, the watchful Heart, the fruitful Hand and tender Conscience. Two things make us hardned and careless;
The daily judger of his former Sins by a penitential Confessi, he is the man who abounds most with the thankful Lip, the watchful Heart, the fruitful Hand and tender Conscience. Two things make us hardened and careless;
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Forgetfulness of Mercies from God, and of Sins against God. But no more of this Assertion.Forgetfulness of mercies from God, and of Sins against God. But no more of this Assertion.
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There is another implicit Observation from the carriage of the Father to this penitential Prodigal upon his Confession.
There is Another implicit Observation from the carriage of the Father to this penitential Prodigal upon his Confessi.
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It is this, As there is nothing in the Sons thoughts and expressions but his Sins,
It is this, As there is nothing in the Sons thoughts and expressions but his Sins,
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so there is nothing in the Fathers Intentions and expressions but Kindness.
so there is nothing in the Father's Intentions and expressions but Kindness.
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The Son he thinks of his sins, intends to leave his sins, and to confess them, and so he doth;
The Son he thinks of his Sins, intends to leave his Sins, and to confess them, and so he does;
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The Father he thinks of mercies and compassions, intends to accept and pardon him;
The Father he thinks of Mercies and compassions, intends to accept and pardon him;
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and when he comes, he doth not speak a word of his sins, but every expression is mercy, and peace, and kindness;
and when he comes, he does not speak a word of his Sins, but every expression is mercy, and peace, and kindness;
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Fetch the best Robe, put on the Ring, &c. Whence I conjecture this Proposition is observable;Fetch the best Robe, put on the Ring, etc. Whence I conjecture this Proposition is observable;
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That God takes no notice of our sins upon our true Repentance, but wholly expresseth himself in love and kindness. That God Takes no notice of our Sins upon our true Repentance, but wholly Expresses himself in love and kindness.
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There are two Branches of this Assertion; 1. One, that God takes no notice of former sins upon our true Repentance.
There Are two Branches of this Assertion; 1. One, that God Takes no notice of former Sins upon our true Repentance.
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There is a threefold notice of sin in respect of God;
There is a threefold notice of since in respect of God;
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1. Notitia Intuitiva; which is his all observing eye of Omniscience, from which nothing can be hid;
1. Notitia Intuitiva; which is his all observing eye of Omniscience, from which nothing can be hid;
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but every Creature, and operation of the Creature, whether open or secret, is visible and manifest unto God:
but every Creature, and operation of the Creature, whither open or secret, is visible and manifest unto God:
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that distinction of known and unknown, secret and open, hath no place in God, to whose eye all things are naked.
that distinction of known and unknown, secret and open, hath no place in God, to whose eye all things Are naked.
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In this respect the former sins of a penitent fall within Gods notice;
In this respect the former Sins of a penitent fallen within God's notice;
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for the goodness of Divine Mercy doth not blind-fold the eye of Divine Omniscience. 2. Notitia Charitativa; which is a notice of sins,
for the Goodness of Divine Mercy does not blindfold the eye of Divine Omniscience. 2. Notitia Charitativa; which is a notice of Sins,
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as a kind Creditor takes notice of Debts owing unto him, and set down in his book, his eye is on them,
as a kind Creditor Takes notice of Debts owing unto him, and Set down in his book, his eye is on them,
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and his Pen also to cross and dash them out.
and his Pen also to cross and dash them out.
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And in this respect also God takes notice of former sins, namely, so as out of rich love, and gracious favour to cross and forgive them:
And in this respect also God Takes notice of former Sins, namely, so as out of rich love, and gracious favour to cross and forgive them:
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unless we will fondly imagine that God forgives sins by hap-chance, at an adventure, never seeing and considering what he doth. 3. Notitia Vindictiva; which is a Judiciary notice,
unless we will fondly imagine that God forgives Sins by hap-chance, At an adventure, never seeing and considering what he does. 3. Notitia Vindictive; which is a Judiciary notice,
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as a Judge takes notice of the evil facts of a Malefactor to Condemn him, or to trouble and vex him.
as a Judge Takes notice of the evil facts of a Malefactor to Condemn him, or to trouble and vex him.
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In this respect, upon true Repentance, God takes no notice of former sins, (.i.) either to condemn the penitent person for them, or, to upbraid him and dishearten him by casting them into his dish,
In this respect, upon true Repentance, God Takes no notice of former Sins, (i) either to condemn the penitent person for them, or, to upbraid him and dishearten him by casting them into his dish,
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or hitting of him in the teeth, as we speak Proverbially.
or hitting of him in the teeth, as we speak Proverbially.
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Hence those phrases in the Scripture upon supposition of Repentance, Jer. 31. 34. I will forgive their iniquity,
Hence those phrases in the Scripture upon supposition of Repentance, Jer. 31. 34. I will forgive their iniquity,
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and I will remember their sin no more. Not that Repentance makes God forgetful (for he is no:and I will Remember their since no more. Not that Repentance makes God forgetful (for he is not:
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capable of such a defect as Oblivion) but that when men cease to sin, God will cease to argue and speak with them after a Judicial manner for their sins.
capable of such a defect as Oblivion) but that when men cease to since, God will cease to argue and speak with them After a Judicial manner for their Sins.
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So Ezek. 18. 21. If the wicked will turn from all his sins that he hath committed;
So Ezekiel 18. 21. If the wicked will turn from all his Sins that he hath committed;
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ver. 22. All his transgressions which he hath committed, they shall not be mentioned unto him;
for. 22. All his transgressions which he hath committed, they shall not be mentioned unto him;
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he means, in any harsh, judicial, and cutting way.
he means, in any harsh, judicial, and cutting Way.
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More such phrases there are, as, that he will cover our sins, cast them into the depths of the sea,
More such phrases there Are, as, that he will cover our Sins, cast them into the depths of the sea,
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and cast them behind his back; and though they be sought for, yet they shall not be found.
and cast them behind his back; and though they be sought for, yet they shall not be found.
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The second Branch is, that he expresseth himself wholly in love and kindness; the which is most evident in Jer. 31. 19. when Ephraim repented and confessed his sin, all the expressions now from God are full of tender Love, Is Ephraim my dear son? is he a pleasant child? I do earnestly ▪ remember him still, (Ephraim thinks that I have forgotten him, that I regard him not,
The second Branch is, that he Expresses himself wholly in love and kindness; the which is most evident in Jer. 31. 19. when Ephraim repented and confessed his since, all the expressions now from God Are full of tender Love, Is Ephraim my dear son? is he a pleasant child? I do earnestly ▪ Remember him still, (Ephraim thinks that I have forgotten him, that I regard him not,
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but there is no such matter;) my bowels are troubled for him, I will surely have mercy on him.
but there is no such matter;) my bowels Are troubled for him, I will surely have mercy on him.
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Hos. 14. 2, 3. Israel is repenting, and confessing, and praying, and how doth God answer him? See v. 4. I will heal their back-slidings, I will love them freely,
Hos. 14. 2, 3. Israel is repenting, and confessing, and praying, and how does God answer him? See v. 4. I will heal their backslidings, I will love them freely,
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for mine anger is turned away from him. Ver. 5. I will be as the dew unto Israel. for mine anger is turned away from him. Ver. 5. I will be as the due unto Israel.
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Yet here we must distinguish, 1. Twixt Gods expressions, which are alwayes very gracious, gentle, closing up, comforting and reviving of the penitent.
Yet Here we must distinguish, 1. Betwixt God's expressions, which Are always very gracious, gentle, closing up, comforting and reviving of the penitent.
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And the penitents apprehensions, which by reason of several principles in him, are sometimes misplaced and mistaken:
And the penitents apprehensions, which by reason of several principles in him, Are sometime misplaced and mistaken:
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God is just, and he is a sinner; he is a penitent sinner, and God is merciful:
God is just, and he is a sinner; he is a penitent sinner, and God is merciful:
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Now whiles the penitent apprehends his Sins only, and not his Repentance;
Now while the penitent apprehends his Sins only, and not his Repentance;
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or Gods Justice only, and not his Mercy, that tender graciousness and loving kindness, is not so acquitted by him in his apprehensions.
or God's justice only, and not his Mercy, that tender graciousness and loving kindness, is not so acquitted by him in his apprehensions.
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Not that God is not really tender to him, but that he, through mistake and error, apprehends it not so.
Not that God is not really tender to him, but that he, through mistake and error, apprehends it not so.
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2. Again, you must distinguish Gods tender love and kindness as it is considerable, in Divine promise, and in Humane sense and feeling: You can no sooner repent,
2. Again, you must distinguish God's tender love and kindness as it is considerable, in Divine promise, and in Humane sense and feeling: You can no sooner Repent,
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but God is wholly in termes of tender love, if you will behold his behaviour towards you in his Promises:
but God is wholly in terms of tender love, if you will behold his behaviour towards you in his Promises:
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In them indeed you have the Idea, as it were, of his mind and affection; they are the right glasse to behold the face of his mercifulness in;
In them indeed you have the Idea, as it were, of his mind and affection; they Are the right glass to behold the face of his mercifulness in;
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through which, if you look, you shall not find any one harsh word, or look, or intention towards a penitent, but all his thoughts in them are thoughts of peace,
through which, if you look, you shall not find any one harsh word, or look, or intention towards a penitent, but all his thoughts in them Are thoughts of peace,
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and all his words in them are lips of peace.
and all his words in them Are lips of peace.
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Though the Samamaritan poured both Oile and Vinegar into the wound, yet God, through his promises, pours out only the Oile of gladness.
Though the Samamaritan poured both Oil and Vinegar into the wound, yet God, through his promises, pours out only the Oil of gladness.
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But if you consult with his sense and feeling (which is out of the roade of Faith) then indeed this gracious tenderness is not so evident,
But if you consult with his sense and feeling (which is out of the road of Faith) then indeed this gracious tenderness is not so evident,
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but we are apt, through incredulous hastiness, and ungrounded mis-judgings, to exclaime with Zion, But my God hath forgotten me;
but we Are apt, through incredulous hastiness, and ungrounded mis-judgings, to exclaim with Zion, But my God hath forgotten me;
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or with David, He hides away his face from me:
or with David, He hides away his face from me:
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or with Job, (it was in the fits of impatience) He writes bitter things against me.
or with Job, (it was in the fits of impatience) He writes bitter things against me.
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3. Thirdly, You must distinguish of the penitent behaving himself, either, ad modum penitentis, as a penitent, ad modum peccantis, as a delinquent.
3. Thirdly, You must distinguish of the penitent behaving himself, either, ad modum penitentis, as a penitent, ad modum Sinners, as a delinquent.
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Let him repent and keep on in the wayes of repentance, he shall meet with nothing from God but sweetness of love and mercy;
Let him Repent and keep on in the ways of Repentance, he shall meet with nothing from God but sweetness of love and mercy;
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every step of righteousness is a path of peace and joy;
every step of righteousness is a path of peace and joy;
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but if he step aside, if he goes to a by-Lane, he may quickly lose the sight of the City;
but if he step aside, if he Goes to a by-Lane, he may quickly loose the sighed of the city;
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if the arm or foot slip out of joynt, then indeed there is ache and pain, instead of ease and quiet;
if the arm or foot slip out of joint, then indeed there is ache and pain, instead of ease and quiet;
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so, if a penitent person do what is sinful, he must not think that God will appear in that amiableness;
so, if a penitent person do what is sinful, he must not think that God will appear in that amiableness;
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for as God will frown on no man which is in a good way, so will he smile on no man,
for as God will frown on no man which is in a good Way, so will he smile on no man,
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if found in an evil path.
if found in an evil path.
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4. Lastly, You must distinguish of Gods expression of himself, and either Satans or our own unbelieving hearts representations of God:
4. Lastly, You must distinguish of God's expression of himself, and either Satan or our own unbelieving hearts representations of God:
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Before we repent our own hearts and Satan represent God all in mercy to us,
Before we Repent our own hearts and Satan represent God all in mercy to us,
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and when we do repent, so far as our hearts are sinful, they are still guileful,
and when we do Repent, so Far as our hearts Are sinful, they Are still guileful,
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and conjoyn with Satan to represent God unto us all in Justice and terror.
and conjoin with Satan to represent God unto us all in justice and terror.
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But a natural and proper representation is one thing, and a preternatural and corrupt representation is another thing.
But a natural and proper representation is one thing, and a preternatural and corrupt representation is Another thing.
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How the dispositions and actions of men may present me in their due and real Entity to a man, is one thing;
How the dispositions and actions of men may present me in their due and real Entity to a man, is one thing;
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and how the cunning lies, and artificial devices of an envious enemy may report me, this is another thing.
and how the cunning lies, and artificial devices of an envious enemy may report me, this is Another thing.
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This then is the sense of the assertion, That when any person doth truly repent, God will not only not upbraid,
This then is the sense of the assertion, That when any person does truly Repent, God will not only not upbraid,
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and object unto him his sins, but will graciously pass them over;
and Object unto him his Sins, but will graciously pass them over;
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and for his part, the penitent behaving himself like a penitent, and judging of him aright, according to his nature and promises, shall find all in love, graciousness,
and for his part, the penitent behaving himself like a penitent, and judging of him aright, according to his nature and promises, shall find all in love, graciousness,
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and kindness to him and for him. Reasons whereof are these;
and kindness to him and for him. Reasons whereof Are these;
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1. Ʋpon true repentance sin is pardoned: Repent, saith S. Peter, that your sins may be blotted out, Acts 3. And he that forsakes his sin shall find mercy, Prov. 28. And Isa. 55. 7. Let the wicked forsake his way, and I will abundantly pardon:
1. Ʋpon true Repentance since is pardoned: repent, Says S. Peter, that your Sins may be blotted out, Acts 3. And he that forsakes his since shall find mercy, Curae 28. And Isaiah 55. 7. Let the wicked forsake his Way, and I will abundantly pardon:
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Whence I infer, If sin be pardoned, then there is no voice from heaven to be heard but that of Love and kindness.
Whence I infer, If since be pardoned, then there is no voice from heaven to be herd but that of Love and kindness.
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Indeed while we continue in sin, like Adam, we hear the voice of God and are afraid;
Indeed while we continue in since, like Adam, we hear the voice of God and Are afraid;
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for then it is the voice of his wrath and threatnings:
for then it is the voice of his wrath and threatenings:
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but sin being pardoned, wrath is removed, God is reconciled, and his voice now is only the sweet voice of the Gosp•l;
but since being pardoned, wrath is removed, God is reconciled, and his voice now is only the sweet voice of the Gosp•l;
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not the thunders of Sinai, but the glad tydings of Sion: Therefore, 2. God hath said, That he will not break the bruised reed, and takes it ill from any to add afflictions to the afflicted.
not the Thunders of Sinai, but the glad tidings of Sion: Therefore, 2. God hath said, That he will not break the Bruised reed, and Takes it ill from any to add afflictions to the afflicted.
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Now there is no expression more observed by a penitent then Gods. Gods expressions are bruising or raising;
Now there is no expression more observed by a penitent then God's God's expressions Are bruising or raising;
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all is for comfort or discomfort, as it comes from God;
all is for Comfort or discomfort, as it comes from God;
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the least harshness from him would set back the penitent into an overwhelming multitude of terrors, fears, and distractions, and discouragements;
the least harshness from him would Set back the penitent into an overwhelming multitude of terrors, fears, and distractions, and discouragements;
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the which the Lord likes not, having made the soul •it for his mercies. 3. Comfort is the proper expression for the penitent:
the which the Lord likes not, having made the soul •it for his Mercies. 3. Comfort is the proper expression for the penitent:
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As threatnings are the most proper for an impenitent person, so comfort for a penitent. It were a dangerous mistake to give a Vomit when a Cordial is proper;
As threatenings Are the most proper for an impenitent person, so Comfort for a penitent. It were a dangerous mistake to give a Vomit when a Cordial is proper;
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binding up is proper for the broken in heart, and comfort for mourners, and reviving for the contrite.
binding up is proper for the broken in heart, and Comfort for mourners, and reviving for the contrite.
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Gracio•s expressions from God, are the very thing which the penitent needs, his spirit cannot else live and uphold it self.
Gracio•s expressions from God, Are the very thing which the penitent needs, his Spirit cannot Else live and uphold it self.
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There are two things under which the spirit of man cannot well bear up and sustain it self;
There Are two things under which the Spirit of man cannot well bear up and sustain it self;
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One is, near and strong afflictions without Divine strength; Another is, the quick sense of sin without the gracious sight of mercies.
One is, near and strong afflictions without Divine strength; another is, the quick sense of since without the gracious sighed of Mercies.
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As they are needful, so are they seasonable, for as much as 1. Satan is most ready to fall f•ul upon the Soul, upon its Repentance, with strongest accusations, falsest suggestions and oppressions, to overwhelm it with despair,
As they Are needful, so Are they seasonable, for as much as 1. Satan is most ready to fallen f•ul upon the Soul, upon its Repentance, with Strongest accusations, falsest suggestions and oppressions, to overwhelm it with despair,
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as on him in the Corinthians. 2. The Heart at such a time is most apt to fear the worst, to suspect its own soundness and Gods kindness. 3. Nothing would settle and quiet the Spirit of the penitent person more then Gods gracious expressions:
as on him in the Corinthians. 2. The Heart At such a time is most apt to Fear the worst, to suspect its own soundness and God's kindness. 3. Nothing would settle and quiet the Spirit of the penitent person more then God's gracious expressions:
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This is light in darkness, life in death, the only Restorative to a sensible sinner, and a languishing soul. Therefore,
This is Light in darkness, life in death, the only Restorative to a sensible sinner, and a languishing soul. Therefore,
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The first Use of this Point, shall be to imitate God in this kindness of expression, and goodness of oblivion:
The First Use of this Point, shall be to imitate God in this kindness of expression, and Goodness of oblivion:
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When we see persons truly penitential for former sins, as we must not call Evil, Good, so neither must we call Good, Evil; if God will not mention former sins to a penitent,
When we see Persons truly penitential for former Sins, as we must not call Evil, Good, so neither must we call Good, Evil; if God will not mention former Sins to a penitent,
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how dare we to do it? It is an usual way of a sly and malicious person in his detractations;
how Dare we to do it? It is an usual Way of a sly and malicious person in his detractations;
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Yea, he is so and so now indeed, but what was he heretofore? And thus he digs up those old rotten corruptions with his malicious tongue, which the penitent hath long buryed with many tears,
Yea, he is so and so now indeed, but what was he heretofore? And thus he digs up those old rotten corruptions with his malicious tongue, which the penitent hath long buried with many tears,
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and God hath covered with much mercy.
and God hath covered with much mercy.
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It is an argument that thou art of a beastly nature, who art still in the wounds and not on the sound parts.
It is an argument that thou art of a beastly nature, who art still in the wounds and not on the found parts.
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Speak against sin, and condemn it as well in thy self as in others, with all •it zeal,
Speak against since, and condemn it as well in thy self as in Others, with all •it zeal,
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but spare at least the converted and penitent sinner:
but spare At least the converted and penitent sinner:
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Never open a wound which God hath healed, nor shamefully blaze the sin which God hath mercifully pardoned. 2. You see the way to have your sins covered and hid: Men upon sinful commissions devise many shifts,
Never open a wound which God hath healed, nor shamefully blaze the since which God hath mercifully pardoned. 2. You see the Way to have your Sins covered and hid: Men upon sinful commissions devise many shifts,
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and colours, and arts to keep their sins close and hid, as if the Sun could be muffled,
and colours, and arts to keep their Sins close and hid, as if the Sun could be muffled,
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or the Fire sti•led, or the Wound not cured, would not break out;
or the Fire sti•led, or the Wound not cured, would not break out;
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No, truly repent of sins, and that is the best way for to get sins concealed as well as pardoned.
No, truly Repent of Sins, and that is the best Way for to get Sins concealed as well as pardoned.
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Now the Lord will not mention them;
Now the Lord will not mention them;
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but if we continue impenitent, the Lord will set our sins in order, they shall break out to our shame as they have broken out to his dishonour.
but if we continue impenitent, the Lord will Set our Sins in order, they shall break out to our shame as they have broken out to his dishonour.
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But the Father said to his servants, Bring forth the best Robe, and put it on him,
But the Father said to his Servants, Bring forth the best Robe, and put it on him,
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and put a Ring on his hand, and Shoes on his feet.
and put a Ring on his hand, and Shoes on his feet.
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These words are a List of the special favours which were conferred upon the penitential Prodigal;
These words Are a List of the special favours which were conferred upon the penitential Prodigal;
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where you have, 1. The Number of them, 1. The R•be, 2. The Ring, 3. The Shoes;
where you have, 1. The Number of them, 1. The R•be, 2. The Ring, 3. The Shoes;
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a suit large enough from top to toe.
a suit large enough from top to toe.
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We need a compleate furniture, and God here bestows it. 2. The Quality of them; 1. The Robe is the best;
We need a complete furniture, and God Here bestows it. 2. The Quality of them; 1. The Robe is the best;
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and 2. The Ring is precious; and 3. The Shoes are proper, and fit, and the best.
and 2. The Ring is precious; and 3. The Shoes Are proper, and fit, and the best.
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God gives unto his people what is most excellent, and what is most useful. 3. The Order of them; first the Robe, and then the Ring;
God gives unto his people what is most excellent, and what is most useful. 3. The Order of them; First the Robe, and then the Ring;
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because if the Allusion be to a Marriage, the Wedding Garment is ever put on before the Wedding Ring.
Because if the Allusion be to a Marriage, the Wedding Garment is ever put on before the Wedding Ring.
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Or else because the Garment (which is the Robe) is alwayes more necessary then the Ornament (which is the Ring.) Or which is choicest,
Or Else Because the Garment (which is the Robe) is always more necessary then the Ornament (which is the Ring.) Or which is Choicest,
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because Interest in Christ, precedeth our Benefits by Christ. Again, as the Robe before the Ring, so the Ring before the Shoes;
Because Interest in christ, precedeth our Benefits by christ. Again, as the Robe before the Ring, so the Ring before the Shoes;
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not because the Hands are more estimable then the Feet, but because our Feet can never tread well with Shoes of Patience,
not Because the Hands Are more estimable then the Feet, but Because our Feet can never tread well with Shoes of Patience,
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untill we first finger the Ring of Faith; we can never go well, nor bear well, unless first we believe well.
until we First finger the Ring of Faith; we can never go well, nor bear well, unless First we believe well.
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I begin with the first of these, the prime Favour bestowed on the Prodigal;
I begin with the First of these, the prime Favour bestowed on the Prodigal;
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in which you have observable, 1. The matter of that favour, called a Robe, and the Best Robe. What this Robe is,
in which you have observable, 1. The matter of that favour, called a Robe, and the Best Robe. What this Robe is,
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and why called the Best, whether for Order, or for Dignity, or for Necessity, or all, we shall presently discuss. 2. The Author of this favour The Father said ▪ Why that phrase, the Father? why not, God said? Surely because our mercies, choicer mercies, come out of the hand of a reconciled God;
and why called the Best, whither for Order, or for Dignity, or for Necessity, or all, we shall presently discuss. 2. The Author of this favour The Father said ▪ Why that phrase, the Father? why not, God said? Surely Because our Mercies, choicer Mercies, come out of the hand of a reconciled God;
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they come from the Father of mercies, who is also the God of all grace.
they come from the Father of Mercies, who is also the God of all grace.
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And why no more then, The Father said? &c. because saying from God is enough, it is as good as doing:
And why no more then, The Father said? etc. Because saying from God is enough, it is as good as doing:
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his Imperative saying, is a Causative saying; if he speaks the word, we are made whole;
his Imperative saying, is a Causative saying; if he speaks the word, we Are made Whole;
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and we, though naked, are cloathed. 3. The manner of conferring it, [ He said to his servants, Bring it forth,
and we, though naked, Are clothed. 3. The manner of conferring it, [ He said to his Servants, Bring it forth,
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and put it 〈 … 〉 think the servants here are the Angels; Others 〈 … 〉 them to be the Ministers of the Gospel.and put it 〈 … 〉 think the Servants Here Are the Angels; Others 〈 … 〉 them to be the Ministers of the Gospel.
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But why, saith he, to his servants, bring it forth, and put it on? is he not able to do it himself? True, God alone is able;
But why, Says he, to his Servants, bring it forth, and put it on? is he not able to do it himself? True, God alone is able;
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but he who for power is able alone to confer any grace, being Lord of all, in wisdome thinks fit to confer and dispence Grace by the Ministry of servants, that so the use of means should alwayes accompany the dependance on his power:
but he who for power is able alone to confer any grace, being Lord of all, in Wisdom thinks fit to confer and dispense Grace by the Ministry of Servants, that so the use of means should always accompany the dependence on his power:
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But why, saith he not, let the Prodigal put it on himself? I conjecture, because, as God only hath Grace, so he only can invest us with it;
But why, Says he not, let the Prodigal put it on himself? I conjecture, Because, as God only hath Grace, so he only can invest us with it;
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we can no more dress our selves with spiritual abilities, then the child that is newly born:
we can no more dress our selves with spiritual abilities, then the child that is newly born:
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God finds the Garment, and he also finds the hands to put it on; gives Christ, and an hand of Faith to put him on;
God finds the Garment, and he also finds the hands to put it on; gives christ, and an hand of Faith to put him on;
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gives grace, and a will also to receive it.
gives grace, and a will also to receive it.
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If the Prodigal had been naturally able, as the Pelagians clamour it, it had been enough that the Ga•ment had been brought forth,
If the Prodigal had been naturally able, as the Pelagians clamour it, it had been enough that the Ga•ment had been brought forth,
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and shewed unto him as the best, and then he could have of himself put it on,
and showed unto him as the best, and then he could have of himself put it on,
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but there is no such matter;
but there is no such matter;
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the Prodigal wanted not only a Robe to wear, but strength also to put it on,
the Prodigal wanted not only a Robe to wear, but strength also to put it on,
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and therefore the Robe is by his Fathers will, both represented to him, and he invested with it by a Forinsecal Induition.
and Therefore the Robe is by his Father's will, both represented to him, and he invested with it by a Forinsecal Induition.
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So that you have at this time, 1. The gift and the excellency of it. 2. The Author,
So that you have At this time, 1. The gift and the excellency of it. 2. The Author,
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or cause of it. 3. The means, or manner of Application of it. Touching the first, two questions crave our resolution:or cause of it. 3. The means, or manner of Application of it. Touching the First, two questions crave our resolution:
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1. What this Robe or Garment is, which is here bestowed on the returning Prodigal? Sol. There is, you know, a forefold Garment. 1. Natural: Our Skin is the Garment that swathes our flesh and body.
1. What this Robe or Garment is, which is Here bestowed on the returning Prodigal? Sol. There is, you know, a forefold Garment. 1. Natural: Our Skin is the Garment that swathes our Flesh and body.
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Job seemeth to insinuate this, to be as a motheaten Garment, c. 13. 28. and a changeable suit, c. 30. 18. The Text speaks not of it. 2. Civil: Such as we, wear for use and distinction;Job seems to insinuate this, to be as a motheaten Garment, c. 13. 28. and a changeable suit, c. 30. 18. The Text speaks not of it. 2. Civil: Such as we, wear for use and distinction;
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nor of this doth the Text speak. 3. Evil: The Apostle calls it a Garment spotted with the flesh, Jude v. 23. and the Prophet stiles it a menstruous cloath, and S. Paul adviseth us to put it wholly off, Eph. 4. 4. Spiritual: Which is of that regardand concernment to the Soul,
nor of this does the Text speak. 3. Evil: The Apostle calls it a Garment spotted with the Flesh, U^de v. 23. and the Prophet stile it a menstruous cloth, and S. Paul adviseth us to put it wholly off, Ephesians 4. 4. Spiritual: Which is of that regardand concernment to the Soul,
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as a civil Garment is to the body; this is the garment of which the Text doth speak.
as a civil Garment is to the body; this is the garment of which the Text does speak.
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This again is twofold, either 1. Imputed righteousness. 2. Or Inherent righteousness, both of these are in Scripture expressed as Garments,
This again is twofold, either 1. Imputed righteousness. 2. Or Inherent righteousness, both of these Are in Scripture expressed as Garments,
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and we are often called to put them on, as Rom. 13. Eph. 4. and 〈 … 〉 in the Revelation is said to be cloathed with the Sun.
and we Are often called to put them on, as Rom. 13. Ephesians 4. and 〈 … 〉 in the Revelation is said to be clothed with the Sun.
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The Robe, though as I conjecture in this place, is, that of imputed righteousness, namely, the active and passive obedience of Jesus Christ, which we then put on,
The Robe, though as I conjecture in this place, is, that of imputed righteousness, namely, the active and passive Obedience of jesus christ, which we then put on,
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when by faith we receive Jesus Christ;
when by faith we receive jesus christ;
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and it is well compared to a Robe or Garment. 1. For necessity; though all sorts of Garments be not necessary,
and it is well compared to a Robe or Garment. 1. For necessity; though all sorts of Garments be not necessary,
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yet some are, partly, to cover our shame and nakedness, and defects, that they appear not:
yet Some Are, partly, to cover our shame and nakedness, and defects, that they appear not:
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before the fall of Adam, nakedness was a badg of innocency, but after it, a reproach and shame;
before the fallen of Adam, nakedness was a badge of innocency, but After it, a reproach and shame;
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and therefore God made our first paren•s Garments to cover their shame:
and Therefore God made our First paren•s Garments to cover their shame:
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In like manner, if we would have our sinful, naked Souls, which are shameful in the eyes of God and man, covered from the revenging eye of his justice, that our nakedness appear not, Rev. 3. 18. Of necessity, we must be cloathed with the Robe of Christs righteousness:
In like manner, if we would have our sinful, naked Souls, which Are shameful in the eyes of God and man, covered from the revenging eye of his Justice, that our nakedness appear not, Rev. 3. 18. Of necessity, we must be clothed with the Robe of Christ righteousness:
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Partly, To protect us from injuries of extreme cold in the Winter, and violent heat in the Summer, &c. Of the same virtue, is the Robe of Christs righteousness to secure the Soul from the scorch••g flames of divine wrath,
Partly, To Pact us from injuries of extreme cold in the Winter, and violent heat in the Summer, etc. Of the same virtue, is the Robe of Christ righteousness to secure the Soul from the scorch••g flames of divine wrath,
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and the piercing terrours of a guilty and accusing conscience; by the shadow of it, we enjoy peace unspeakable, and most delightful tranquillity:
and the piercing terrors of a guilty and accusing conscience; by the shadow of it, we enjoy peace unspeakable, and most delightful tranquillity:
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To preserve and cherish natural heat and life; To preserve and cherish natural heat and life;
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our Garments are the warm Bed we walk in, and somewhat answerable to food for preservation:
our Garments Are the warm Bed we walk in, and somewhat answerable to food for preservation:
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•uch is Jesus Christ, in respect of justifying righteousness, a very quickning spirit, our life, and the stay thereof, and the spring of our sweetest comforts, and refreshings in conscience;
•uch is jesus christ, in respect of justifying righteousness, a very quickening Spirit, our life, and the stay thereof, and the spring of our Sweetest comforts, and refreshings in conscience;
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for what is justification but life from the dead, mercy at the bar, pardon to a condemned person, God at one with us,
for what is justification but life from the dead, mercy At the bar, pardon to a condemned person, God At one with us,
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and we estated into his favour and happiness? 2. For Ornament, Therefore you read of costly Apparel, of Purple,
and we estated into his favour and happiness? 2. For Ornament, Therefore you read of costly Apparel, of Purple,
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and soft Raiment, of Cloathing of wrought Gold, and Raiment of needle work, all which are beautiful adornings,
and soft Raiment, of Clothing of wrought Gold, and Raiment of needle work, all which Are beautiful adornings,
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and set us out in a kind of Majesty and State.
and Set us out in a kind of Majesty and State.
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Doth not the righteousness of Christ do so? it is our comely and glorious Ornament, which for the glory of it, is called the cloathing of the Sun, and beautiful Ornaments;
Does not the righteousness of christ do so? it is our comely and glorious Ornament, which for the glory of it, is called the clothing of the Sun, and beautiful Ornament;
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•uch as make us altogether comely, and lovely, without spot or wrinkle, and very pleasant and precious:
•uch as make us altogether comely, and lovely, without spot or wrinkle, and very pleasant and precious:
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It is the choicest Jewel which the Christian can wear. 3. For distinction: Nations you know, are distinguished by their habits;
It is the Choicest Jewel which the Christian can wear. 3. For distinction: nations you know, Are distinguished by their habits;
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and so amongst us, the orders of Callings are, or should be differenced by variety of Garments.
and so among us, the order of Callings Are, or should be differenced by variety of Garments.
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Thus our profession of, and reliance only on the righteousness of Christ, doth distinguish us from all In•idels, Jews, Papists, who either deny the thing,
Thus our profession of, and reliance only on the righteousness of christ, does distinguish us from all In•idels, jews, Papists, who either deny the thing,
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or else rely on something else.
or Else rely on something Else.
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2. But why is this Garment called the best Robe? Some think it is called Best, by reason of its antiquity; and therefore they expound NONLATINALPHABET, Stotam primum, the first Robe,
2. But why is this Garment called the best Robe? some think it is called Best, by reason of its antiquity; and Therefore they expound, Stotam primum, the First Robe,
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as if Adam had wore this Garment before his Fall;
as if Adam had wore this Garment before his Fallen;
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but how he should get Christs Garment (who in that estate neither had, nor did need his person) I cannot yet conceive:
but how he should get Christ Garment (who in that estate neither had, nor did need his person) I cannot yet conceive:
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Others interpret the Bestness of this Robe, not so much by the antiquity, as by the excellency; for it is a garment more excellent then any other in all the world:
Others interpret the Bestness of this Robe, not so much by the antiquity, as by the excellency; for it is a garment more excellent then any other in all the world:
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To shew its precedency, in respect of our ordinary Garments, is a meer idle and vain labour;
To show its precedency, in respect of our ordinary Garments, is a mere idle and vain labour;
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for indeed there is no comparison twixt them, because of different kinds, and of vast disproportion.
for indeed there is no comparison betwixt them, Because of different Kinds, and of vast disproportion.
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But frame the comparison with Garments, which have some excellency in them, yet, as Solomon spake of the daughter, she surmounted them all; so here, &c.
But frame the comparison with Garments, which have Some excellency in them, yet, as Solomon spoke of the daughter, she surmounted them all; so Here, etc.
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First, Compare it with that Garment which Adam had in Inn•cency, yet this of Christs is better:
First, Compare it with that Garment which Adam had in Inn•cency, yet this of Christ is better:
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Better if you consider the subjects, Christ and Adam; or the duration, for stability, or vigour, for our benefit:
Better if you Consider the subject's, christ and Adam; or the duration, for stability, or vigour, for our benefit:
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The first Adam was a perfect man, but the second Adam was perfect God as well as man;
The First Adam was a perfect man, but the second Adam was perfect God as well as man;
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the righteousness in the one, though it was perfect pro statu, yet it was both mutable, and incommunicable:
the righteousness in the one, though it was perfect Pro Statu, yet it was both mutable, and incommunicable:
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Adam might, and did lose it, nor did he derive it in the virtue and benefit of it to another,Adam might, and did loose it, nor did he derive it in the virtue and benefit of it to Another,
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or in the matter it self: But Christs righteousness is immutable, and also communicable;
or in the matter it self: But Christ righteousness is immutable, and also communicable;
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it is a Garment for the head, and for the members, and not in our keeping, but in his own;
it is a Garment for the head, and for the members, and not in our keeping, but in his own;
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and therefore not a changeable Suit, but a Garmēnt which shall never wax old.
and Therefore not a changeable Suit, but a Garmennt which shall never wax old.
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Secondly, Compare it with the Garments which the high Priest did wear, it is far more excellent then any of them.
Secondly, Compare it with the Garments which the high Priest did wear, it is Far more excellent then any of them.
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The Ephod, which the high Priest was to wear, was made of white Linnen, and it was large, The Ephod, which the high Priest was to wear, was made of white Linen, and it was large,
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and set with many precious stones;
and Set with many precious stones;
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and so also was the Brest-plate of judgmentvery precious, and the Robe of the Ephod, which had the Pomgranats, and the Bells of Gold;
and so also was the Breastplate of judgmentvery precious, and the Robe of the Ephod, which had the Pomegranates, and the Bells' of Gold;
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as also the Embroidered Coat which was curiously wrought of most precious matter, and cunning workmanship.
as also the Embroidered Coat which was curiously wrought of most precious matter, and cunning workmanship.
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But far inferiour to this Garment of Christs righteousness, of which all those Garments were but types and shadowes,
But Far inferior to this Garment of Christ righteousness, of which all those Garments were but types and shadows,
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but a Ceremonial adumbration of his substantial perfection, suggesting that more admirable perfection, and excellency which was to be believed,
but a Ceremonial adumbration of his substantial perfection, suggesting that more admirable perfection, and excellency which was to be believed,
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and found in Christ and his righteousness. Or thirdly, Compare it with that holiness which we call inherent, because existing in us;
and found in christ and his righteousness. Or Thirdly, Compare it with that holiness which we call inherent, Because existing in us;
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though this be a rare and distinguishing, and excellent Garment; yet it is not comparable to that of Christs righteousness: though this be a rare and distinguishing, and excellent Garment; yet it is not comparable to that of Christ righteousness:
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Because 1. It wants much of perfection: It is not the Sun, but a twinkling Star;
Because 1. It Wants much of perfection: It is not the Sun, but a twinkling Star;
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there be many holes to be pickt in this Coat, it falls short for length and breadth;
there be many holes to be picked in this Coat, it falls short for length and breadth;
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much corrup ion clings about it;
much corrup ion clings about it;
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we know, and believe, and love, and obey, but in part. 2. It wants exceedingly in respect of dignity and merit;
we know, and believe, and love, and obey, but in part. 2. It Wants exceedingly in respect of dignity and merit;
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we cannot get the blessing for its sake;
we cannot get the blessing for its sake;
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though it be via yet it is not causa. But the righteousness of Christ, it is a most absolute and compleat thing, and also eminently meritorious;
though it be via yet it is not causa. But the righteousness of christ, it is a most absolute and complete thing, and also eminently meritorious;
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it is a full price, and deserves Heaven it self for us; we stand perfect, recti in curia, before God in it;
it is a full price, and deserves Heaven it self for us; we stand perfect, recti in curia, before God in it;
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it covers all our defects, and represents us altogether acceptable before the judgment-seat. In a word, to sum up all concerning this Garment:
it covers all our defects, and represents us altogether acceptable before the judgment seat. In a word, to sum up all Concerning this Garment:
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It is the best in respect, Of Divine Designation; the wisdome of God appoints it as the choicest and chiefest:
It is the best in respect, Of Divine Designation; the Wisdom of God appoints it as the Choicest and chiefest:
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Of Divine acceptation; He looks upon it with more favour then any other righteousness: Of Comparison, with all others, as I have shewed:Of Divine acceptation; He looks upon it with more favour then any other righteousness: Of Comparison, with all Others, as I have showed:
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And of our Condition, there is not so proper, and so useful, and so meritorious a Garment for any Christian to put on, as this.
And of our Condition, there is not so proper, and so useful, and so meritorious a Garment for any Christian to put on, as this.
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Thus briefly of the excellency of the Gift.
Thus briefly of the excellency of the Gift.
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Now I proceed to the second Branch, which contains the Author or Giver thereof, [ The Father said, Bring forth ] as also the manner of Application of it.
Now I proceed to the second Branch, which contains the Author or Giver thereof, [ The Father said, Bring forth ] as also the manner of Application of it.
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[ He said to his servants, Put on. ] [ He said to his Servants, Put on. ]
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1. The Author of this Righteousness (which is the best Robe) is God, and therefore it is frequently called the Gift of righteousness, Rom. 5. 17. and the righteousness of God, Phil. 3. 9. Because it is a righteousness of his giving.
1. The Author of this Righteousness (which is the best Robe) is God, and Therefore it is frequently called the Gift of righteousness, Rom. 5. 17. and the righteousness of God, Philip 3. 9. Because it is a righteousness of his giving.
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God is the cause of it, By giving of Christ to be our righteousness, who is expresly said, of God to be made unto us wisedome and righteousness, 1 Cor. 1. 30. By giving unto us the means by which that righteousness is communicated, viz. Word and Sacraments:
God is the cause of it, By giving of christ to be our righteousness, who is expressly said, of God to be made unto us Wisdom and righteousness, 1 Cor. 1. 30. By giving unto us the means by which that righteousness is communicated, viz. Word and Sacraments:
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By blessing these means to work in us Faith to receive Jesus Christ, and so become partakers of his righteousness;
By blessing these means to work in us Faith to receive jesus christ, and so become partakers of his righteousness;
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by imputing that righteousness of Christ unto us, upon our believing, and so accepting of us to eternal life.
by imputing that righteousness of christ unto us, upon our believing, and so accepting of us to Eternal life.
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2. The manner of Application: Put it on him, saith the Text. There is a threefold Application of this Robe of righteousness unto sinners: One, ex parte donantis, which is God, the prime cause, who applies it to us by Imputation, as you may evidently see in Ro. 4. R•. 5. A second, ex parte ministrantis, which are the means, through which the righteousness of God is revealed,
2. The manner of Application: Put it on him, Says the Text. There is a threefold Application of this Robe of righteousness unto Sinners: One, ex parte donantis, which is God, the prime cause, who Applies it to us by Imputation, as you may evidently see in Ro. 4. R•. 5. A second, ex parte ministrantis, which Are the means, through which the righteousness of God is revealed,
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and likewise (by the effectual concomitancy of the Spirit) applied unto us: The Ordinances of God are the Orb which carry the Sun of righteousness.
and likewise (by the effectual concomitancy of the Spirit) applied unto us: The Ordinances of God Are the Orb which carry the Sun of righteousness.
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A third is, ex parte recipientis: and the Application, or putting on of this robe of righteousness on our part, is partly Sacramental, when we are baptized into Christ,
A third is, ex parte recipientis: and the Application, or putting on of this robe of righteousness on our part, is partly Sacramental, when we Are baptised into christ,
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and profess publickly to receive him:
and profess publicly to receive him:
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partly Spiritual, which belongs to that faith (which God alone implants) inabling us to put on Christ,
partly Spiritual, which belongs to that faith (which God alone implants) enabling us to put on christ,
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as the Scripture often expresseth it. I will now bring down all this to our selves, in some useful Applications:
as the Scripture often Expresses it. I will now bring down all this to our selves, in Some useful Applications:
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All that I will in•ist on at this time, shall be reduced unto two heads. 1. For Examination; whether this best Robe be put upon us, All that I will in•ist on At this time, shall be reduced unto two Heads. 1. For Examination; whither this best Robe be put upon us,
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yea or no. 2. For Direction. 1. How to get it, 2. How to use and wear it.
yea or no. 2. For Direction. 1. How to get it, 2. How to use and wear it.
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Examine your selves what Wardrobe you have? You have, I perceive, many fassions, many habits;
Examine your selves what Wardrobe you have? You have, I perceive, many fashions, many habits;
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we know not how to call them, whether civil, or uncivil, you shift so often: there is such a vanity in man, that disposeth his fancy to alterations;
we know not how to call them, whither civil, or Uncivil, you shift so often: there is such a vanity in man, that Disposeth his fancy to alterations;
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and besides that, there is an extream pride in persons, they must be in brave cloathing,
and beside that, there is an extreme pride in Persons, they must be in brave clothing,
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and mistake their conditions, and abilities:
and mistake their conditions, and abilities:
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though they lose their Reputation and their Estate for it, They will wear after the best.
though they loose their Reputation and their Estate for it, They will wear After the best.
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Wel, if you have such a mind to rich Garments, what say you to the best Robe that ever any sinful person did wear? what say you to the righteousness of Christ? have you put it on, yea or no? Consider
Well, if you have such a mind to rich Garments, what say you to the best Robe that ever any sinful person did wear? what say you to the righteousness of christ? have you put it on, yea or no? Consider
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1. It is such a Garment, that of all other thou needest most:
1. It is such a Garment, that of all other thou Needest most:
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Our best Garments are many times superfluous, we need them not, we can attire our selves, well enough without them;
Our best Garments Are many times superfluous, we need them not, we can attire our selves, well enough without them;
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but this best Robe is the most needful; thou canst not live without it, nor mayst thou dye without it:
but this best Robe is the most needful; thou Canst not live without it, nor Mayest thou die without it:
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How naked art thou with thy filthiness, before the eyes of a pure God? And how at once may his wrath pour out it self like fire,
How naked art thou with thy filthiness, before the eyes of a pure God? And how At once may his wrath pour out it self like fire,
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and consume thee, having no covering at all to shelter thee? Friend (said he) to that intruder in the Gospel, How camest thou in here without thy Wedding Garment? When thou goest to Prayer,
and consume thee, having no covering At all to shelter thee? Friend (said he) to that intruder in the Gospel, How camest thou in Here without thy Wedding Garment? When thou goest to Prayer,
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or steps to the Sacrament, or art giving up thy Soul into the hands of God,
or steps to the Sacrament, or art giving up thy Soul into the hands of God,
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and hast no covering for any of thy sins; may not God in the same way of judgment say unto thee, and bespeak thee:
and hast no covering for any of thy Sins; may not God in the same Way of judgement say unto thee, and bespeak thee:
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How dost thou present thy self before me with all this sinfulness? thou knowest that I am a God of purer eyes then to behold sin,
How dost thou present thy self before me with all this sinfulness? thou Knowest that I am a God of Purer eyes then to behold since,
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and there is no communion twixt light and darkness: I tell thee, that there is, No acceptance of thy person without this Robe;
and there is no communion betwixt Light and darkness: I tell thee, that there is, No acceptance of thy person without this Robe;
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the Lord cannot abide the sight of thee without it, for thou canst not but provoke him,
the Lord cannot abide the sighed of thee without it, for thou Canst not but provoke him,
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as oft as thou appears before him in thy nakedness and vileness: No respect unto thy services;
as oft as thou appears before him in thy nakedness and vileness: No respect unto thy services;
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not that the Lord do•h dislike any duty, but that the person must be first covered with the righteousness of Christ,
not that the Lord do•h dislike any duty, but that the person must be First covered with the righteousness of christ,
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if he would have his offering to be accepted. 2. By nature we are born naked, utterly destitute of this precious Robe.
if he would have his offering to be accepted. 2. By nature we Are born naked, utterly destitute of this precious Robe.
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As for the nativity (said God to Jerusalem) in the day that thou wast born, thy Navel was not cut, As for the Nativity (said God to Jerusalem) in the day that thou wast born, thy Navel was not Cut,
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neither wast thou washed in Water to supple thee, neither wast thou salted at all, nor swadled at all. neither waste thou washed in Water to supple thee, neither waste thou salted At all, nor swaddled At all.
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Ezek. 16. 4. Or as Christ to the Church of Laodica, Thou art wretched, and miserable,
Ezekiel 16. 4. Or as christ to the Church of Laodica, Thou art wretched, and miserable,
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and poor, and blind, and naked: and poor, and blind, and naked:
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So we by nature, cloathed only with raggs of corruption (with filthy raggs, Isa. 64. 6.) and,
So we by nature, clothed only with rags of corruption (with filthy rags, Isaiah 64. 6.) and,
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as Joshua in Zach. 3. 3. Cloathed with filthy Garments, destitute of God, of Christ, of all righteousness:
as joshua in Zach 3. 3. Clothed with filthy Garments, destitute of God, of christ, of all righteousness:
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as if you should see a naked child, born with Sores, and Boils, and Plagues,
as if you should see a naked child, born with Sores, and Boils, and Plagues,
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and Leprosies, running and spreading from top to toe. 3. You are of no excellency without this Robe:
and Leprosies, running and spreading from top to toe. 3. You Are of no excellency without this Robe:
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Then only we come to excellent Ornaments when this is put on.
Then only we come to excellent Ornament when this is put on.
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All the Robes you get on you, are but the shrouds of dead men, or like Velvet cast over an Herse.
All the Robes you get on you, Are but the shrouds of dead men, or like Velvet cast over an Hearse.
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As Solomon said of beauty in a foolish woman, it is but as a Jewel in a swines snout:
As Solomon said of beauty in a foolish woman, it is but as a Jewel in a Swine snout:
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So we say of all other Garments, they are Ornaments put on a base dead and loathsomesoul. 4. The Robe of Christs righteousness, there is none like it, for thy good and benefit:
So we say of all other Garments, they Are Ornament put on a base dead and loathsomesoul. 4. The Robe of Christ righteousness, there is none like it, for thy good and benefit:
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For 1. It is an Ornament as well as a Garment:
For 1. It is an Ornament as well as a Garment:
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All our acceptance before God is as we are cloathed with it, then are we cloathed with the Sun,
All our acceptance before God is as we Are clothed with it, then Are we clothed with the Sun,
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now are we precious in his eyes;
now Are we precious in his eyes;
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it makes us beautiful and lovely, and accepted in the eyes of God. 2. It is armour as well as Ornament: For the preciousness of it, it is a vesture of pure Gold;
it makes us beautiful and lovely, and accepted in the eyes of God. 2. It is armour as well as Ornament: For the preciousness of it, it is a vesture of pure Gold;
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and for the strength of it, it is as a Coat of Mail:
and for the strength of it, it is as a Coat of Mail:
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Let us put on the Armor of Light, Rom. 13. 12. We may by it, keep off the strongest accusations of Satan,Let us put on the Armour of Light, Rom. 13. 12. We may by it, keep off the Strongest accusations of Satan,
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and stand even before the judgmentseat.
and stand even before the judgmentseat.
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I am black but comely, saith the Church, Cant. 1. 5. though in her self black, yet in this righteousness comely.I am black but comely, Says the Church, Cant 1. 5. though in her self black, yet in this righteousness comely.
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It can answer all our own imperfections, and all that Satan can object against us, or the Law, or our own fearful hearts:
It can answer all our own imperfections, and all that Satan can Object against us, or the Law, or our own fearful hearts:
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Sins and imperfections, and defects, cannot answer God;
Sins and imperfections, and defects, cannot answer God;
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but a perfect righteousness can. 3. It is a Garment for warmth as well as for sight:
but a perfect righteousness can. 3. It is a Garment for warmth as well as for sighed:
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When we look on our selves and our own righteousness, our spirits may dye within us;
When we look on our selves and our own righteousness, our spirits may die within us;
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but peace and comfort •low from the righteousness of Christ, it was perfect, and meritorious, and accepted;
but peace and Comfort •low from the righteousness of christ, it was perfect, and meritorious, and accepted;
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and this will chear the heart above all, if we be found in Christ having his righteousness.
and this will cheer the heart above all, if we be found in christ having his righteousness.
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There goes wonderful virtue from the hem of this Garment, both to satisfie God, and to pacifie the conscience;
There Goes wondered virtue from the hem of this Garment, both to satisfy God, and to pacify the conscience;
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as Jacob got the blessing with the elder Sons Garment, so do we get all our mercies,
as Jacob god the blessing with the elder Sons Garment, so do we get all our Mercies,
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and comforts, and blessings, by being cloathed with the Robe of Christs righteousness.
and comforts, and blessings, by being clothed with the Robe of Christ righteousness.
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But how may we know that we have put on this best Robe? Sol. I will instance but in three particulars to discover this. 1. If we have put on Christs Robe, we have put off our own Rags; But how may we know that we have put on this best Robe? Sol. I will instance but in three particulars to discover this. 1. If we have put on Christ Robe, we have put off our own Rags;
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(we have put them off, 1. Affectu. 2. Conatu.) As it was with Joshua, Zach. 3. 4. His filthy Rags were taken away,
(we have put them off, 1. Affectu. 2. Conatu.) As it was with joshua, Zach 3. 4. His filthy Rags were taken away,
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and then he was cloathed with change of Raiment: and then he was clothed with change of Raiment:
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So here, no man can assure himself that he is cloathed with Christs righteousness, unless he doth dismantle himself of his own unrighteousness.
So Here, no man can assure himself that he is clothed with Christ righteousness, unless he does dismantle himself of his own unrighteousness.
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Eph. 4. 21. If ye have been taught as the truth is in Jesus;
Ephesians 4. 21. If you have been taught as the truth is in jesus;
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v. 22. Put off concerning the former conversation, the old man which is corrupt according to the deceitful lusts.
v. 22. Put off Concerning the former Conversation, the old man which is corrupt according to the deceitful Lustiest.
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v. 23. And put on that new man, &c. Rom. 13. 12. Cast off the Works of Darkness,
v. 23. And put on that new man, etc. Rom. 13. 12. Cast off the Works of Darkness,
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and put on the Armor of light: and put on the Armour of Light:
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For a man to imagine that he hath the Robe of Christs righteousness, and yet to walk in the paths of unrighteousness, in chambering and want•nness, in strife and envying, in all voluptuousness,
For a man to imagine that he hath the Robe of Christ righteousness, and yet to walk in the paths of unrighteousness, in chambering and want•nness, in strife and envying, in all voluptuousness,
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and beastliness, &c. No man, saith Christ, soweth a piece of new Cl•ath to an old Garment, Mark 2. 21. 'Tis true, that none but sinners are cloathed with this Robe;
and beastliness, etc. No man, Says christ, Soweth a piece of new Cl•ath to an old Garment, Mark 2. 21. It's true, that none but Sinners Are clothed with this Robe;
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but then it is as true, that no sinners are cloathed with it, but strive with all their might, to put off their sinful rags by hearty contrition,
but then it is as true, that no Sinners Are clothed with it, but strive with all their might, to put off their sinful rags by hearty contrition,
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and confession, and conversion. 2. Only •aith puts on this Robe; And therefore, as this Robe is called the righteousness of God, both for designation, imputation, and acceptation;
and Confessi, and conversion. 2. Only •aith puts on this Robe; And Therefore, as this Robe is called the righteousness of God, both for designation, imputation, and acceptation;
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So it is also called the righteousness of Faith: Not that Faith in a formal sense is our righteousness:
So it is also called the righteousness of Faith: Not that Faith in a formal sense is our righteousness:
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For Faith did not dye for us, no• can Faith of it self merit for us;
For Faith did not die for us, no• can Faith of it self merit for us;
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nor is Faith of it self compleat, but imperfect:
nor is Faith of it self complete, but imperfect:
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but because it is the instrument which apprehends Christ and his righteousness, and by which we put on Christ with his righteousness.
but Because it is the Instrument which apprehends christ and his righteousness, and by which we put on christ with his righteousness.
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Have you Faith, or have you not? Nay, but deceive not your selves, The Faith which puts on this righteousness, must be able, 1. To deny our own righteousness, to take of all confidence in the flesh;
Have you Faith, or have you not? Nay, but deceive not your selves, The Faith which puts on this righteousness, must be able, 1. To deny our own righteousness, to take of all confidence in the Flesh;
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Faith cannot put on Christs righteousness, until it hath put off your own. 2. To see a need of this righteousness;
Faith cannot put on Christ righteousness, until it hath put off your own. 2. To see a need of this righteousness;
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and to prize and desire to be found in it, above and before all other;
and to prize and desire to be found in it, above and before all other;
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the Laodiceans must see that they are naked, and then buy Raiment, Rev. 3. 3. To unite us to Jesus Christ:
the Laodiceans must see that they Are naked, and then buy Raiment, Rev. 3. 3. To unite us to jesus christ:
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It must work in us, both estimation (for our judgments) and acceptation (for our wills;) so that it must make us one with Christ,
It must work in us, both estimation (for our Judgments) and acceptation (for our wills;) so that it must make us one with christ,
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and so we come to be cloathed with the Garment of Christ: But perhaps you can rest upon your own good meanings, works, innocency.
and so we come to be clothed with the Garment of christ: But perhaps you can rest upon your own good meanings, works, innocency.
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You are rich, and need not to borrow any Garment;
You Are rich, and need not to borrow any Garment;
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you are united to your lusts, and will not part with them for Christ, nor for all his Ornament. 3. This Robe of righteousness, and that other of holiness are inseparable:
you Are united to your Lustiest, and will not part with them for christ, nor for all his Ornament. 3. This Robe of righteousness, and that other of holiness Are inseparable:
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It is granted, that inherent holiness is not formally the same with imputed righteousness; it is granted, that the one is in Christ, the other is in us;
It is granted, that inherent holiness is not formally the same with imputed righteousness; it is granted, that the one is in christ, the other is in us;
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that the one is perfect, the other is imperfect;
that the one is perfect, the other is imperfect;
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that the one is meritorious, the other though it be precious, yet it is not meritorious:
that the one is meritorious, the other though it be precious, yet it is not meritorious:
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Yet as the light, and heat of the Sun, though the one be not the other, yer they go together;
Yet as the Light, and heat of the Sun, though the one be not the other, year they go together;
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so the Robe of righteousness, and the Robe of holiness go together; the new Garment is only to be seen upon the new man.
so the Robe of righteousness, and the Robe of holiness go together; the new Garment is only to be seen upon the new man.
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Therefore you read, that Christ is made not only Righteousness, but also Sanctification: Righteousness, this is a grace without us, whereby we are advanced;
Therefore you read, that christ is made not only Righteousness, but also Sanctification: Righteousness, this is a grace without us, whereby we Are advanced;
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Sanctification, this is a grace wrought within us, by which we advance and glorifie God; that respects the State, this the nature of the person:
Sanctification, this is a grace wrought within us, by which we advance and Glorify God; that respects the State, this the nature of the person:
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As Grace must reign through righteousness to eternal life, Ro. 5. 21. So also holiness must reign to everlasting life, Ro. 6. 22. The one as a cause, the other as a means.As Grace must Reign through righteousness to Eternal life, Ro. 5. 21. So also holiness must Reign to everlasting life, Ro. 6. 22. The one as a cause, the other as a means.
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Now then, as if thou canst discern any light in the morning, thou concludest that the Sun is risen,
Now then, as if thou Canst discern any Light in the morning, thou concludest that the Sun is risen,
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so if thou canst discover any true holiness in thy heart, thou maist conclude that the Sun of righteousness is risen:
so if thou Canst discover any true holiness in thy heart, thou Mayest conclude that the Sun of righteousness is risen:
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the appearing of holiness is a sign of the rising of righteousness.
the appearing of holiness is a Signen of the rising of righteousness.
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Yea, the Prophet speaking of the Sun of Righteousness, saith, He shall arise with healing in his wings, Mal. 4. 2. to intimate, That where righteousness comes, there holiness comes.
Yea, the Prophet speaking of the Sun of Righteousness, Says, He shall arise with healing in his wings, Malachi 4. 2. to intimate, That where righteousness comes, there holiness comes.
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Ah! dost thou find no change in thy Nature, in thy Judgment, in thy Mind, in thy Will, in thy Affections? why (as sure as the Lord lives) thou hast not yet put on this Robe of righteousness.
Ah! dost thou find no change in thy Nature, in thy Judgement, in thy Mind, in thy Will, in thy Affections? why (as sure as the Lord lives) thou hast not yet put on this Robe of righteousness.
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Doth Christ present thy person unspotted before God? and doth he (thinkst thou) leave thy heart with all its spots and filthiness?
Does christ present thy person unspotted before God? and does he (Thinkest thou) leave thy heart with all its spots and filthiness?
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[ And put a Ring on his Hand. ] This is the second favour conferred on the penitent Prodigal by his Father.[ And put a Ring on his Hand. ] This is the second favour conferred on the penitent Prodigal by his Father.
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A Ring is such a piece of substance which is put on the finger, partly for Ornament,
A Ring is such a piece of substance which is put on the finger, partly for Ornament,
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and partly to testifie Nuptial union and conjunction.
and partly to testify Nuptial Union and conjunction.
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S. Chrysostom doth conjecture, that the Ring in this place is, Nuptiarum insigne quibus Christus Ecclesiam Sponsat, an embleme of the Espousals twixt Christ and his Church.
S. Chrysostom does conjecture, that the Ring in this place is, Nuptiarum insigne quibus Christus Church Sponsat, an emblem of the Espousals betwixt christ and his Church.
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So that then we have this Proposition to insist on:
So that then we have this Proposition to insist on:
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That God gives unto the penitent person a precious Faith, by which he is Espoused or Married unto Christ. That God gives unto the penitent person a precious Faith, by which he is Espoused or Married unto christ.
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There are three things, which being explained, will give up unto us the full sense of this Assertion: 1. What it is to be married unto Christ. 2. That Faith doth Espouse and Marry a person unto Christ;
There Are three things, which being explained, will give up unto us the full sense of this Assertion: 1. What it is to be married unto christ. 2. That Faith does Espouse and Marry a person unto christ;
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and what faith that is, and in what respect. 3. That the penitent person hath this faith.
and what faith that is, and in what respect. 3. That the penitent person hath this faith.
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Quest. 1. For the first of these;Quest. 1. For the First of these;
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What it is to be Espoused or Married unto Christ? (which is here signified by putting on the Ring.) Sol. They who write of Marriage do conjecture that these six things concur unto it, 1. Mutuus Consensus, a mutual Consenting. 2. Mutuus Contractus, a mutual Contracting; What it is to be Espoused or Married unto christ? (which is Here signified by putting on the Ring.) Sol. They who write of Marriage do conjecture that these six things concur unto it, 1. Mutuus Consensus, a mutual Consenting. 2. Mutuus Contract, a mutual Contracting;
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3. Mutua Obligatio, a mutual Obliging; 4. Mutua Conjunctio, a mutual Union and Conjunction; 5. Mutua Potestas, a mutual faculty or Right;
3. Mutua Obligatio, a mutual Obliging; 4. Mutua Conjunction, a mutual union and Conjunction; 5. Mutua Potestas, a mutual faculty or Right;
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6. Mutua Societas, a mutual use or Society.
6. Mutua Societas, a mutual use or Society.
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Translate this from a Civil to a Spiritual consideration, and then to be married to Christ implyes, 1. A Consent to take or accept of Christ:
Translate this from a Civil to a Spiritual consideration, and then to be married to christ Implies, 1. A Consent to take or accept of christ:
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Though knowledg of persons be necessary and •it, yet it is not sufficient to marriage without con•ent;
Though knowledge of Persons be necessary and •it, yet it is not sufficient to marriage without con•ent;
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for marriage ought to be a voluntary transaction of persons, and in it we do, in a sort, give away our selves;
for marriage ought to be a voluntary transaction of Persons, and in it we do, in a sort, give away our selves;
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but then this is not without our selves;
but then this is not without our selves;
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yea, and therein we do elect & make choice for our selves, and therefore consent is a necessary concurrence to marriage.
yea, and therein we do elect & make choice for our selves, and Therefore consent is a necessary concurrence to marriage.
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Now this consent is nothing else but a free and plain act of the will, accepting of Jesus Christ,
Now this consent is nothing Else but a free and plain act of the will, accepting of jesus christ,
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before all other, to be its Head and Lord.
before all other, to be its Head and Lord.
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Christ offers himself in the Gospel unto a person, I am the only Saviour of sinners,
christ offers himself in the Gospel unto a person, I am the only Saviour of Sinners,
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and Lord of all, designed to be Priest, Prophet and King;
and Lord of all, designed to be Priest, Prophet and King;
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art thou willing to accept of me? canst thou like of me before all others? dost thou so? dost thou make choice of me for thy Saviour and Lord? 2. A Contracting of the Soul with Christ:
art thou willing to accept of me? Canst thou like of me before all Others? dost thou so? dost thou make choice of me for thy Saviour and Lord? 2. A Contracting of the Soul with christ:
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4468
Contractus is nothing else but consensus explicatus, a contract is a consent expressed in words; but then they must be words proper to make Marriage. Contract is nothing Else but consensus explicatus, a contract is a consent expressed in words; but then they must be words proper to make Marriage.
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They must not be verba dubia, dubious words; as, I will marry none but you; but verba clara & affirmativa, affirmative, I will marry you:
They must not be verba Dubia, dubious words; as, I will marry none but you; but verba Clara & Affirmative, affirmative, I will marry you:
pns32 vmb xx vbi fw-la fw-la, j n2; c-acp, pns11 vmb vvi pix cc-acp pn22; cc-acp fw-la fw-la cc fw-la, j, pns11 vmb vvi pn22:
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4470
for the Rule of the Casuists is good, Consensus non datur per meram negationem.
for the Rule of the Casuists is good, Consensus non datur per Meram negationem.
c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbz j, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la.
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4471
And as they must not be verba dubia, but affirmativa, so they must not be verba futura & conditionata, hereafter,
And as they must not be verba Dubia, but Affirmative, so they must not be verba futura & conditionata, hereafter,
cc c-acp pns32 vmb xx vbi fw-la fw-la, p-acp fw-la, av pns32 vmb xx vbi fw-la fw-la cc fw-la, av,
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4472
or upon such a condition, but verba de presenti, I now accept or take, &c. Then a man is Married unto Christ,
or upon such a condition, but verba de presenti, I now accept or take, etc. Then a man is Married unto christ,
cc p-acp d dt n1, cc-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, pns11 av vvi cc vvi, av av dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1,
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4473
when he doth freely, and absolutely, and presently receive the Lord Jesus.
when he does freely, and absolutely, and presently receive the Lord jesus.
c-crq pns31 vdz av-j, cc av-j, cc av-j vvi dt n1 np1.
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4474
Not, I would have Christ if it did not prejudice my worldly estate, ease, friends, &c. Or, hereafter I will accept of him,
Not, I would have christ if it did not prejudice my worldly estate, ease, Friends, etc. Or, hereafter I will accept of him,
xx, pns11 vmd vhi np1 cs pn31 vdd xx vvi po11 j n1, n1, n2, av cc, av pns11 vmb vvi pp-f pno31,
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4475
when I come to dye, and be in distress;
when I come to die, and be in distress;
c-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc vbb p-acp n1;
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4476
but now when Salvation is offered, now while Christ tenders himself, I now yield up my heart and life unto him. 3. An obliging of the Soul to Christ;
but now when Salvation is offered, now while christ tenders himself, I now yield up my heart and life unto him. 3. an obliging of the Soul to christ;
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4477
for, ex contractu oritur vinculum; some call this traditio, or, resig•atio: and therefore Marriage is a Knot or Tye, wherein persons are mutually limitted and bound each to other in a way of Conjugal separation from all others;
for, ex contractu oritur vinculum; Some call this Tradition, or, resig•atio: and Therefore Marriage is a Knot or Tie, wherein Persons Are mutually limited and bound each to other in a Way of Conjugal separation from all Others;
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4478
and this in Scripture is called a Covenant.
and this in Scripture is called a Covenant.
cc d p-acp n1 vbz vvn dt n1.
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4479
So when any one Marries Christ, he doth therein discharge himself in affection and subjection from all that is contrary to Christ;
So when any one Marries christ, he does therein discharge himself in affection and subjection from all that is contrary to christ;
av c-crq d pi vvz np1, pns31 vdz av vvi px31 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d cst vbz j-jn p-acp np1;
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4480
and solemnly Covenants and binds himself to Christ alone:
and solemnly Covenants and binds himself to christ alone:
cc av-j n2 cc vvz px31 p-acp np1 av-j:
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4481
He will have no Saviour and no Lord but Christ, and to him will he cleave for ever;
He will have no Saviour and no Lord but christ, and to him will he cleave for ever;
pns31 vmb vhi dx n1 cc dx n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp pno31 vmb pns31 vvi p-acp av;
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4482
Simpliciter & indissolubiliter, & persona, & statu, & tempore: Simpliciter & indissolubiliter, & persona, & Statu, & tempore:
fw-la cc fw-la, cc fw-la, cc fw-la, cc fw-la:
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4483
It is not every apprehension, nor every transcient approbation, but the Will must come to an obligation, binding it self in a perpetual Covenant to Christ alone. 4. An Union or Conjunction with Christ: Before Marriage the persons were distinct,
It is not every apprehension, nor every transcient approbation, but the Will must come to an obligation, binding it self in a perpetual Covenant to christ alone. 4. an union or Conjunction with christ: Before Marriage the Persons were distinct,
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(13) part (DIV2)
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4484
and had no other relation but what was common to Nature;
and had no other Relation but what was Common to Nature;
cc vhd dx j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq vbds j p-acp n1;
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4485
but upon Marriage two are made one flesh, 1 Cor. 6. 16. This is bone of my bone,
but upon Marriage two Are made one Flesh, 1 Cor. 6. 16. This is bone of my bone,
cc-acp p-acp n1 crd vbr vvn crd n1, vvn np1 crd crd d vbz n1 pp-f po11 n1,
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4486
and flesh of my flesh, said Adam of his Wife, Gen. 2. So when the soul is married unto Christ, not only in respect of affection (for love unites) but likewise in respect of nature;and Flesh of my Flesh, said Adam of his Wife, Gen. 2. So when the soul is married unto christ, not only in respect of affection (for love unites) but likewise in respect of nature;
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4487
he that is joyned to the Lord is one Spirit, saith the Apostle, 1 Cor. 6. 17. That Nature which is in Christ, it is participated of by him that is married unto Christ;
he that is joined to the Lord is one Spirit, Says the Apostle, 1 Cor. 6. 17. That Nature which is in christ, it is participated of by him that is married unto christ;
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4488
so that there doth arise, upon this marriage, the nearest and dearest relation of union that is in all the world. 5. A faculty of right or interest:
so that there does arise, upon this marriage, the nearest and dearest Relation of Union that is in all the world. 5. A faculty of right or Interest:
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4489
Indeed Christs faculty over us is, facultas Dominii, & facultas Influ•ntiae;
Indeed Christ faculty over us is, facultas Dominii, & facultas Influ•ntiae;
av npg1 n1 p-acp pno12 vbz, n2 np1, cc fw-la fw-la;
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4490
a faculty of Dominion (he hath a right to rule and guide us) and a faculty of Influence, he hath a right to teach and heal us: a faculty of Dominion (he hath a right to Rule and guide us) and a faculty of Influence, he hath a right to teach and heal us:
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4491
Such a faculty of Soveraignty we have not over Christ;
Such a faculty of Sovereignty we have not over christ;
d dt n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vhb xx p-acp np1;
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4492
yet we have •acultatem Juris, a faculty of Right or Interest, which they call Jus in re, or as others, a faculty of propriety.
yet we have •acultatem Juris, a faculty of Right or Interest, which they call Jus in re, or as Others, a faculty of propriety.
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(13) part (DIV2)
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4493
Though the Wife hath not a power of authority over her Husband, yet she hath a power of propriety in her Husband;
Though the Wife hath not a power of Authority over her Husband, yet she hath a power of propriety in her Husband;
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4494
that as he can say, This is my Wife, so she can say, This is my Husband.
that as he can say, This is my Wife, so she can say, This is my Husband.
cst c-acp pns31 vmb vvi, d vbz po11 n1, av pns31 vmb vvi, d vbz po11 n1.
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4495
In like manner, whosoever is marryed unto Christ, he hath an interest in the person, in the condition of Christ;
In like manner, whosoever is married unto christ, he hath an Interest in the person, in the condition of christ;
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4496
there hath passed such an intire, and proper, and peculiar, and mutual resignation, that he may say as the Church in the Canticles, My Beloved is mine, and I am his:
there hath passed such an entire, and proper, and peculiar, and mutual resignation, that he may say as the Church in the Canticles, My beloved is mine, and I am his:
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4497
The married unto Christ gives up the right of his soul and body unto Christ;
The married unto christ gives up the right of his soul and body unto christ;
dt j-vvn p-acp np1 vvz a-acp dt n-jn pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1;
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4498
O Lord Jesus, all that I am, all that I have, all that I can do, is thine and for thee. 6. Lastly, There is Society and •se: As marriage infers with it Co-habitation and Co-interest, they dwell together,
Oh Lord jesus, all that I am, all that I have, all that I can do, is thine and for thee. 6. Lastly, There is Society and •se: As marriage infers with it Cohabitation and Cointerest, they dwell together,
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4499
and make use of either, both persons and estates.
and make use of either, both Persons and estates.
cc vvi n1 pp-f d, d n2 cc n2.
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Thus is it when any person is married unto Christ, there is a holy society and fellowship of him with Christ;
Thus is it when any person is married unto christ, there is a holy society and fellowship of him with christ;
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Christ dwels in him, and he dwels in Christ; Christ delights in him, and he delights in Christ;
christ dwells in him, and he dwells in christ; christ delights in him, and he delights in christ;
np1 vvz p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vvz p-acp np1; np1 vvz p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vvz p-acp np1;
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4502
Christ makes use of him, and he makes use of Christ:
christ makes use of him, and he makes use of christ:
np1 vvz n1 pp-f pno31, cc pns31 vvz n1 pp-f np1:
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If he wants grace, or mercy, or strength, or peace, or comfort, why, saith Christ, I am thine, I have them for thee, make use of me:
If he Wants grace, or mercy, or strength, or peace, or Comfort, why, Says christ, I am thine, I have them for thee, make use of me:
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4504
And if Christ would use him in any service, Lord, saith the soul that is married to Christ,
And if christ would use him in any service, Lord, Says the soul that is married to christ,
cc cs np1 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp d n1, n1, vvz dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp np1,
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4505
If thou wilt have me to speak for thee, I will speak for thee; If thou wilt have me to do for thee, I will do for thee;
If thou wilt have me to speak for thee, I will speak for thee; If thou wilt have me to do for thee, I will do for thee;
cs pns21 vm2 vhi pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno21; cs pns21 vm2 vhi pno11 pc-acp vdi p-acp pno21, pns11 vmb vdi p-acp pno21;
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4506
if thou wilt have me to suffer for thee, I will suffer for thee; if thou wilt have me to dye for thee;
if thou wilt have me to suffer for thee, I will suffer for thee; if thou wilt have me to die for thee;
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4507
I will dye for the Name of Christ, said Paul. So that you see what the Ring in the Text may import,
I will die for the Name of christ, said Paul. So that you see what the Ring in the Text may import,
pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd np1. av cst pn22 vvb r-crq dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi,
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4508
namely, the marriage of the soul unto Christ, and what that is.
namely, the marriage of the soul unto christ, and what that is.
av, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, cc r-crq d vbz.
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4509
Quest. 2. The next thing to be discussed is, What that is which marryeth us unto Christ? and that I told you was Faith: The principal cause of this match is the Spirit of Jesus Christ, Quest. 2. The next thing to be discussed is, What that is which Marrieth us unto christ? and that I told you was Faith: The principal cause of this match is the Spirit of jesus christ,
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4510
but the internally instrumental cause is Faith. I know you know the several acceptations of the word Faith;
but the internally instrumental cause is Faith. I know you know the several acceptations of the word Faith;
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4511
I take it in the Habitual sense, not in the Doctrinal, and there too in the choice and eminent part;
I take it in the Habitual sense, not in the Doctrinal, and there too in the choice and eminent part;
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4512
I mean, as restrained to Justifying and Saving:
I mean, as restrained to Justifying and Saving:
pns11 vvb, c-acp vvn p-acp vvg cc vvg:
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of all other Graces in man, this is it which makes the match and draws up the marriage twixt the Soul and Christ.
of all other Graces in man, this is it which makes the match and draws up the marriage betwixt the Soul and christ.
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4514
And the manner how it doth effect it, I conceive may be thus: 1. By discovering the preheminent excellencies of Christ:
And the manner how it does Effect it, I conceive may be thus: 1. By discovering the preeminent excellencies of christ:
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4515
For till the soul can discern a better excellency in Christ then in any other thing, it will never yield to match it self unto him. Now Faith hath two Virtues;
For till the soul can discern a better excellency in christ then in any other thing, it will never yield to match it self unto him. Now Faith hath two Virtues;
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4516
One is, to make the mind rightly to judge all sinful and worldly things as base and vile, dr•ss and dung (Phil. 3.) in comparison of Christ. Another is, to represent unto the soul the real and surpassing excellencies of Christ.
One is, to make the mind rightly to judge all sinful and worldly things as base and vile, dr•ss and dung (Philip 3.) in comparison of christ. another is, to represent unto the soul the real and surpassing excellencies of christ.
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4517
It is the Jacobs Staff which makes us to take the heigth, and depth, and breadth of the excellency of Christ;
It is the Jacobs Staff which makes us to take the heighth, and depth, and breadth of the excellency of christ;
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4518
that there is no Beloved like Christ; he is the Choicest of ten thousand; such a one in whom the God-Head dwels bodily; full of Grace; the holy One of God;
that there is no beloved like christ; he is the Choicest of ten thousand; such a one in whom the God-Head dwells bodily; full of Grace; the holy One of God;
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4519
the brightness of the Fathers Image; the Lord of Life; the Prince of Glory;
the brightness of the Father's Image; the Lord of Life; the Prince of Glory;
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4520
the most excellent in himself, and most complete and absolute for the Redemption and Salvation of a sinner.
the most excellent in himself, and most complete and absolute for the Redemption and Salvation of a sinner.
dt av-ds j p-acp px31, cc av-ds j cc j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1.
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4521
2. By subjecting the Judgment to the assent and approbation of this excellent truth, That none is like Christ for a sinner;
2. By subjecting the Judgement to the assent and approbation of this excellent truth, That none is like christ for a sinner;
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4522
That he is the only Saviour and Redeemer;
That he is the only Saviour and Redeemer;
cst pns31 vbz dt j n1 cc n1;
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4523
and that such an offer of Jesus Christ unto a sinner, is worthy of all acceptation;
and that such an offer of jesus christ unto a sinner, is worthy of all acceptation;
cc cst d dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp dt n1, vbz j pp-f d n1;
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4524
the sinner is made for ever if he can get Christ, and he perishes for ever if he enjoyes him not.
the sinner is made for ever if he can get christ, and he Perishes for ever if he enjoys him not.
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480
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4525
As a woman in a disposition to Marriage, she considers of the person, and his qualities,
As a woman in a disposition to Marriage, she considers of the person, and his qualities,
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4526
and condition, and thinks often, This man hath choice parts in him, a good estate, I cannot better my self if I refuse him, I see I may do very well if I match unto him.
and condition, and thinks often, This man hath choice parts in him, a good estate, I cannot better my self if I refuse him, I see I may do very well if I match unto him.
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4527
Answerable effects doth Faith work in the soul, it doth make the minde of a man to see the superlative excellency of Jesus Christ,
Answerable effects does Faith work in the soul, it does make the mind of a man to see the superlative excellency of jesus christ,
j n2 vdz n1 vvi p-acp dt n1, pn31 vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1,
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4528
and to fall in liking of him and them. Come, I need a Saviour; Christ is he, and none else;
and to fallen in liking of him and them. Come, I need a Saviour; christ is he, and none Else;
cc pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg pp-f pno31 cc pno32. np1, pns11 vvb dt n1; np1 vbz pns31, cc pix av;
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he is the Prince of my peace, the Lord of my life; his Nature is excellent, Redemption sufficient and proper, Laws righteous and good;
he is the Prince of my peace, the Lord of my life; his Nature is excellent, Redemption sufficient and proper, Laws righteous and good;
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it is my wisdome, it is my safety, it is my salvation to accept of him,
it is my Wisdom, it is my safety, it is my salvation to accept of him,
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and to bestow my soul on him. 3. By inclining the will to consent and embrace the Lord Jesus:
and to bestow my soul on him. 3. By inclining the will to consent and embrace the Lord jesus:
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For true Faith is not a meer notion, but an operating grace; it is as light in the mind, and as heat in the will;
For true Faith is not a mere notion, but an operating grace; it is as Light in the mind, and as heat in the will;
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there it is a singular representation, and here it is an effectual inclination.
there it is a singular representation, and Here it is an effectual inclination.
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It is granted, that to embrace, or to be willing, or to consent, are the acts of the will;
It is granted, that to embrace, or to be willing, or to consent, Are the acts of the will;
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but to embrace Christ with a conjugal consent, to be willing to bestow our selves on him, this comes from faith enabling the Will so to will.
but to embrace christ with a conjugal consent, to be willing to bestow our selves on him, this comes from faith enabling the Will so to will.
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Not by way of coaction, for the Will cannot be compelled;
Not by Way of coaction, for the Will cannot be compelled;
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nor doth Faith work in a violent way, though it works in an effectual way, enabling the Will to a free election of Christ before all others, (i.) predominant causes in Christ, to accept of him,
nor does Faith work in a violent Way, though it works in an effectual Way, enabling the Will to a free election of christ before all Others, (i.) predominant Causes in christ, to accept of him,
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and to resign up to him, rather than to sin, or world, or any thing else;
and to resign up to him, rather than to sin, or world, or any thing Else;
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and when the Will is wrought upon, so as to accept of Christ in his Person,
and when the Will is wrought upon, so as to accept of christ in his Person,
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and Offices, and Estates, the soul is now matched or married to Christ by Faith.
and Offices, and Estates, the soul is now matched or married to christ by Faith.
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It bestows it self, and gives Christ all the right, and cleaves unto him in an indissoluble bond of affection and service.
It bestows it self, and gives christ all the right, and cleaves unto him in an indissoluble bound of affection and service.
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Quest. 3. The third resolveable is, concerning the Subject of this faith, who hath it? The Text resolves that, by telling us, that the Ring was put on the returning Prodigals finger, Quest. 3. The third resolvable is, Concerning the Subject of this faith, who hath it? The Text resolves that, by telling us, that the Ring was put on the returning Prodigals finger,
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so that the penitent person is he who wears the Ring, (i.) who is an espoused or married person by Faith unto Christ:
so that the penitent person is he who wears the Ring, (i.) who is an espoused or married person by Faith unto christ:
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You may be married to your Lusts, and to the World, though you be impenitent; yet none but Penitents are married unto Christ by Faith.
You may be married to your Lustiest, and to the World, though you be impenitent; yet none but Penitents Are married unto christ by Faith.
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Not that Repentance goes before Faith in Christ, (for no Grace habitually considered, is in time before another,
Not that Repentance Goes before Faith in christ, (for no Grace habitually considered, is in time before Another,
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though in operation it be:) Nor that Repentance is the cause of Faith;
though in operation it be:) Nor that Repentance is the cause of Faith;
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for it is a most improper Assertion, to make one Grace to be the cause of another Grace,
for it is a most improper Assertion, to make one Grace to be the cause of Another Grace,
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when as every Grace doth come onely from the Spirit of Christ as the cause.
when as every Grace does come only from the Spirit of christ as the cause.
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But because, 1. The penitent person is only the subject of Faith which doth marry us to Christ;
But Because, 1. The penitent person is only the Subject of Faith which does marry us to christ;
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no person is a believer, who is not a penitent person: The Prodigal, while onely a Prodigal, he hath neither Garment nor Ring;
no person is a believer, who is not a penitent person: The Prodigal, while only a Prodigal, he hath neither Garment nor Ring;
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but when he is a returning Prodigal, then he hath both, and not till then. 2. Onely penitent persons can evidence their faith and espousal unto Christ:
but when he is a returning Prodigal, then he hath both, and not till then. 2. Only penitent Persons can evidence their faith and espousal unto christ:
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Another, who is impenitent, can no more evidence his interest or title to Christ, then an Alien that never heard of this Land, can evidence or conclude his title and right to any Goods or Chattels of yours.
another, who is impenitent, can no more evidence his Interest or title to christ, then an Alien that never herd of this Land, can evidence or conclude his title and right to any Goods or Chattels of yours.
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The title to Christ is proper onely to the Penitent; for them he lived, and for them onely he died.
The title to christ is proper only to the Penitent; for them he lived, and for them only he died.
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Now if any should yet further demand, Why the Lord should give unto penitent persons a precious faith to espouse them to Christ? I conjecture, briefly, that these may be the Grounds or Reasons. 1. To convince all the world, that there is no loss in leaving of sin.
Now if any should yet further demand, Why the Lord should give unto penitent Persons a precious faith to espouse them to christ? I conjecture, briefly, that these may be the Grounds or Reasons. 1. To convince all the world, that there is no loss in leaving of since.
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Abjice tectum & tolle coelum, said one. The repentant person forsakes his sins, but presently finds a Saviour; abjice tectum & Take coelum, said one. The repentant person forsakes his Sins, but presently finds a Saviour;
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he is divorced from that which would damn him, and by faith is espoused unto one that will save him. 2. To support the soul of the penitent, which of all other is most sick and heavy laden:
he is divorced from that which would damn him, and by faith is espoused unto one that will save him. 2. To support the soul of the penitent, which of all other is most sick and heavy laden:
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It is most sensible of sin, and guilt, and Gods displeasure, on all which it cannot long look alone.
It is most sensible of since, and guilt, and God's displeasure, on all which it cannot long look alone.
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If the penitent person had not faith to see a Mediatour, he would not long have an eye to look upon his transgressions.
If the penitent person had not faith to see a Mediator, he would not long have an eye to look upon his transgressions.
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It is a truth, that Repentance could never act it self, unless the penitent person had faith to act it self too.
It is a truth, that Repentance could never act it self, unless the penitent person had faith to act it self too.
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The sorrow in Repentance would infinitely sink into despair, and the forsaking of sin would turn into a forsaking of God,
The sorrow in Repentance would infinitely sink into despair, and the forsaking of since would turn into a forsaking of God,
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if Faith saw not a Mediatour for Transgressions, and a mercifull God through him. 3. Lastly;
if Faith saw not a Mediator for Transgressions, and a merciful God through him. 3. Lastly;
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The Lord intends singular mercy to the penitent persons; to perform many precious promises of pardon and grace and comfort unto them, The Lord intends singular mercy to the penitent Persons; to perform many precious promises of pardon and grace and Comfort unto them,
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and therefore gives them Faith, unto which all the Promises are made. The promises may be considered two ways;
and Therefore gives them Faith, unto which all the Promises Are made. The promises may be considered two ways;
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either in respect, 1. of Intention, so they look unto the Penitent;
either in respect, 1. of Intention, so they look unto the Penitent;
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of Application, so onely Faith is the Hand in the Penitent which actively applies the Promises.
of Application, so only Faith is the Hand in the Penitent which actively Applies thee Promises.
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Again, you know that the Promises of God are Yea, and Amen in Christ, (i.) they are all sealed by him,
Again, you know that the Promises of God Are Yea, and Amen in christ, (i.) they Are all sealed by him,
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and made good unto us by him;
and made good unto us by him;
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so that first we must have Christ, before the Promises made good unto us by Christ:
so that First we must have christ, before the Promises made good unto us by christ:
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And therefore God gives unto the penitent person the Grace of Faith to espouse him unto Christ, that so he may settle upon him all the Dowry (upon the Marriage) of the rich mercy and good in his precious Promises.
And Therefore God gives unto the penitent person the Grace of Faith to espouse him unto christ, that so he may settle upon him all the Dowry (upon the Marriage) of the rich mercy and good in his precious Promises.
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The main Use which I will make of this assertion, is, To try our selves, whether we have this precious Ring of Faith, (a Ring more precious than that of Gold,) put on our fingers, yea, or no.
The main Use which I will make of this assertion, is, To try our selves, whither we have this precious Ring of Faith, (a Ring more precious than that of Gold,) put on our fingers, yea, or no.
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It is as necessary a demur as ever you were put unto all your dayes, whether you consider, 1. The paucity of true believers.
It is as necessary a demur as ever you were put unto all your days, whither you Consider, 1. The paucity of true believers.
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All men have not faith, saith the Apostle: All men? nay, very few; Who hath believed our report? said the Prophet:All men have not faith, Says the Apostle: All men? nay, very few; Who hath believed our report? said the Prophet:
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We preach, we offer Christ unto you, we beseech you to accept of the Lord of Life, to give up your hearts and lives unto him;
We preach, we offer christ unto you, we beseech you to accept of the Lord of Life, to give up your hearts and lives unto him;
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but who believes our report? We tell you that Christ is better than all the world, his bloud is better than sin, it's better to love and serve him than world or sin;
but who believes our report? We tell you that christ is better than all the world, his blood is better than since, it's better to love and serve him than world or since;
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but who believes our report? Men care not to know the excellencies of Christ, they prize him not, they care not to hear him speak in his Ordinances, they will in no wise consent and yield to his terms and conditions. 2. The Ʋtility of it. To the Sacrament of the Lords Supper,
but who believes our report? Men care not to know the excellencies of christ, they prize him not, they care not to hear him speak in his Ordinances, they will in no wise consent and yield to his terms and conditions. 2. The Ʋtility of it. To the Sacrament of the lords Supper,
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if we come without our Wedding-Ring, it will be as sad a day to us, as to him who came without his Wedding Garment.
if we come without our Wedding-ring, it will be as sad a day to us, as to him who Come without his Wedding Garment.
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We do not onely receive no good at the Sacrament;
We do not only receive no good At the Sacrament;
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for we have neither hand nor mouth to take and eat, if we have not Faith;
for we have neither hand nor Mouth to take and eat, if we have not Faith;
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not title at all to the intrinsecal benefits by Christ, if we have not faith in him.
not title At all to the intrinsical benefits by christ, if we have not faith in him.
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Nay, we occasion much evil and Judgment upon our selves, we adventure to eat and drink our own damnation, not discerning the Lords body: And righteously may the Lord judge us for coming to his Sacrament without Faith,
Nay, we occasion much evil and Judgement upon our selves, we adventure to eat and drink our own damnation, not discerning the lords body: And righteously may the Lord judge us for coming to his Sacrament without Faith,
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for as much as in so doing, we do not onely presume against an express prohibition that we should hold off,
for as much as in so doing, we do not only presume against an express prohibition that we should hold off,
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but also we do (at the least interpretatively) assay to make God a Liar,
but also we do (At the least interpretatively) assay to make God a Liar,
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and a favourer of all villany, as if he would put his Seal of Pardon and mercy,
and a favourer of all villainy, as if he would put his Seal of Pardon and mercy,
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and for all the good of his Covenant in Christ, to a wicked, impenitent, and unbelieving sinner. 3. The Hypocrisie of our hearts, so apt to deceive themselves with shadows in stead of substances, not considering, that Satan can delude a man with the shew of any grace.
and for all the good of his Covenant in christ, to a wicked, impenitent, and unbelieving sinner. 3. The Hypocrisy of our hearts, so apt to deceive themselves with shadows in stead of substances, not considering, that Satan can delude a man with the show of any grace.
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Every Ring is not a Ring of Gold; nor is every Faith a precious and unfeigned Faith:
Every Ring is not a Ring of Gold; nor is every Faith a precious and unfeigned Faith:
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There is a thing called Presumption, which is bold enough, but it is not Faith;
There is a thing called Presumption, which is bold enough, but it is not Faith;
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and there is Knowledge of Christ, as revealed in the Word, which a man may have,
and there is Knowledge of christ, as revealed in the Word, which a man may have,
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and utter too, and yet not have Faith;
and utter too, and yet not have Faith;
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there is Profession of Faith, for the truth against errours, and yet the Grace of Faith is another thing.
there is Profession of Faith, for the truth against errors, and yet the Grace of Faith is Another thing.
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A man may have so much faith as to believe that there is a Christ,
A man may have so much faith as to believe that there is a christ,
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and to confess his excellencies, and in some sort to see his own necessities of Christ,
and to confess his excellencies, and in Some sort to see his own necessities of christ,
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yea, he may begin to article and capitulate as the Young-man, and yet break off,
yea, he may begin to article and capitulate as the young man, and yet break off,
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and be far enough from a Faith which doth indeed espouse and marry his soul unto Christ. 4. Lastly, The misery and danger: Suppose you do deceive your selves,
and be Far enough from a Faith which does indeed espouse and marry his soul unto christ. 4. Lastly, The misery and danger: Suppose you do deceive your selves,
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and in the event it appears that you are not espoused to Jesus Christ by Faith, that you never gave your hearts unto him, that there never was any conjugal Union and Bond twixt you;
and in the event it appears that you Are not espoused to jesus christ by Faith, that you never gave your hearts unto him, that there never was any conjugal union and Bound betwixt you;
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if thou indeed shouldst live Christless, and die Christless, what helpless, hopeless, happyless person art thou?
if thou indeed Shouldst live Christless, and die Christless, what helpless, hopeless, happyless person art thou?
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But you will reply, We trust that we are truly penitent persons, and that God hath given unto us such a Faith, whereby we are really married unto Christ. Sol. Well;
But you will reply, We trust that we Are truly penitent Persons, and that God hath given unto us such a Faith, whereby we Are really married unto christ. Sol. Well;
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if that be so, you have great cause to bless the Lord:
if that be so, you have great cause to bless the Lord:
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And that you may not be deceived therein, I will deliver unto you, some proper effects which that Faith produceth in every soul that is indeed married unto Christ. There are four Qualities produced by an espousing Faith. 1. Estimation: Let the Wife see that she reverence her Husband, saith the Apostle, Ephes. 5. She must both acknowledg him as a Head,
And that you may not be deceived therein, I will deliver unto you, Some proper effects which that Faith Produceth in every soul that is indeed married unto christ. There Are four Qualities produced by an espousing Faith. 1. Estimation: Let the Wife see that she Reverence her Husband, Says the Apostle, Ephesians 5. She must both acknowledge him as a Head,
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and honour him as a Lord, ju••e and esteem of him (in a relative consideration) above all other.
and honour him as a Lord, ju••e and esteem of him (in a relative consideration) above all other.
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The like effect doth Faith produce, if it espouseth us to Christ, it sets up Christ above all, accounts of him as most excellent, judgeth of all other things but as dross and dung in comparison of him, will part with all for to get Christ:
The like Effect does Faith produce, if it espouseth us to christ, it sets up christ above all, accounts of him as most excellent, Judgeth of all other things but as dross and dung in comparison of him, will part with all for to get christ:
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The beauties of Christ are glorious in the eyes of every believer; Christ doth not seem a mean thing, an ordinary or common thing;
The beauty's of christ Are glorious in the eyes of every believer; christ does not seem a mean thing, an ordinary or Common thing;
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but he is the Pearl, the Sun of Righteousness:
but he is the Pearl, the Sun of Righteousness:
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My Lord, and my God, saith Thomas. In a word, Faith (if right) exalts the Excellency of Christ, and the Authority of Christ;My Lord, and my God, Says Thomas. In a word, Faith (if right) exalts the Excellency of christ, and the authority of christ;
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the Excellencies of his Person, and the Authority of his Will and Laws. 2. Election: We make choice of Christ before all other.
the Excellencies of his Person, and the authority of his Will and Laws. 2. Election: We make choice of christ before all other.
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Though sins, though the pleasures and profits of the world, proffer themselves, yet, as the Martyr at the stake, None but Christ: Or as Paul, I desire to know nothing but Christ crucisied:
Though Sins, though the pleasures and profits of the world, proffer themselves, yet, as the Martyr At the stake, None but christ: Or as Paul, I desire to know nothing but christ Crucified:
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So the true believer, Give me Christ, I have enough, I have that which is best of all;
So the true believer, Give me christ, I have enough, I have that which is best of all;
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he is the the Optimum and the Ʋnicum to Faith. 3. Affection: Conjugal Faith ever produceth conjugal Love.
he is the the Optimum and the Ʋnicum to Faith. 3. Affection: Conjugal Faith ever Produceth conjugal Love.
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It were a monstrous evil, for a woman to marry a man, and no• love him;
It were a monstrous evil, for a woman to marry a man, and no• love him;
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and it were an adulterous thing, for her to love any more then her own Husband.
and it were an adulterous thing, for her to love any more then her own Husband.
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Marriage doth, by way of Duty, infer and draw with it two qualities of Love;
Marriage does, by Way of Duty, infer and draw with it two qualities of Love;
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one is exclusive, and it is an unity of Love; the other is intensive, and it is a redundancy of Love: Thus is it with us;
one is exclusive, and it is an unity of Love; the other is intensive, and it is a redundancy of Love: Thus is it with us;
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if Faith hath espoused us unto Christ, it do•h kindle in us a love unto Christ;
if Faith hath espoused us unto christ, it do•h kindle in us a love unto christ;
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not a divided love, a love to Christ, and a love to sin; a love to Christ, and a love to the world;
not a divided love, a love to christ, and a love to since; a love to christ, and a love to the world;
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but an united love; none is by us esteemed and loved as our Lord, but Christ:
but an united love; none is by us esteemed and loved as our Lord, but christ:
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Nor doth it satisfie it self with a remiss and diminutive love, which may serve any inferiour object;
Nor does it satisfy it self with a remiss and diminutive love, which may serve any inferior Object;
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but as Christ is in himself the most excellent object, so Faith produceth such a degree of love which bears some proportion with that object, viz. a superlative love, a love of Christ above all, and more then all;
but as christ is in himself the most excellent Object, so Faith Produceth such a degree of love which bears Some proportion with that Object, viz. a superlative love, a love of christ above all, and more then all;
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more set on Christ than on any other object, which yet may lawfully be loved more than our father,
more Set on christ than on any other Object, which yet may lawfully be loved more than our father,
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or mother, or wife, or children.
or mother, or wife, or children.
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Do we find this love in our hearts to Christ, against all, and above all? Nay again, True conjugal love infers with it a Love, 1. of Complacency, to delight in the thing loved;
Do we find this love in our hearts to christ, against all, and above all? Nay again, True conjugal love infers with it a Love, 1. of Complacency, to delight in the thing loved;
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2. of Society, to be with the person loved:
2. of Society, to be with the person loved:
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Is it so with us? what delght have we in Christ? in his person, in his excellencies, in his works, in his ord••ances? Is it our best joy to hear him, to see him, to speak with him. 4. Subjection: I confess that marriage doth not make the woman a slave,
Is it so with us? what delght have we in christ? in his person, in his excellencies, in his works, in his ord••ances? Is it our best joy to hear him, to see him, to speak with him. 4. Subjection: I confess that marriage does not make the woman a slave,
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yet by vertue thereof she is bound to submission or subjection;
yet by virtue thereof she is bound to submission or subjection;
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she doth in a sort give away her self unto the disposal of another in the Lord:
she does in a sort give away her self unto the disposal of Another in the Lord:
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Thy desire, saith God, Gen. 3. 16. shall be to thy husband, and he shall rule over thee. Thy desire, Says God, Gen. 3. 16. shall be to thy husband, and he shall Rule over thee.
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If thou hast a Faith which doth espouse thee unto Christ, that Faith brings thy heart into the obedience and subjection of Christ.
If thou hast a Faith which does espouse thee unto christ, that Faith brings thy heart into the Obedience and subjection of christ.
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It subjects thy will to Christs will, and thy judgment to his truths, and thy desire to his rule,
It subject's thy will to Christ will, and thy judgement to his truths, and thy desire to his Rule,
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and thy works to his laws.
and thy works to his laws.
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If Christ would have thee be and do one thing, and thou wilt be and do another, that thy will is still contradicting of Christs will,
If christ would have thee be and do one thing, and thou wilt be and do Another, that thy will is still contradicting of Christ will,
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and thy way is still contrary to his way:
and thy Way is still contrary to his Way:
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Though a man may be married to such a stubborn and perverse piece, yet Christ is not;
Though a man may be married to such a stubborn and perverse piece, yet christ is not;
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for all that are married unto him by Faith, have in some measure wrought in them,
for all that Are married unto him by Faith, have in Some measure wrought in them,
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an obediential spirit, desirous to know the mind of the Lord, and willing to live godly in Christ Jesus.
an obediential Spirit, desirous to know the mind of the Lord, and willing to live godly in christ jesus.
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Now this subjection which is the effect of an espousing Faith, hath these properties in it, viz. 1. Ʋniversality; the wife is subject in all things: 2. Diligence; we must take care to please him: 3. Delightfulne••; it must be no burthen: 4. Constancy; as long as we live, we must be subject to the will of our Lord.
Now this subjection which is the Effect of an espousing Faith, hath these properties in it, viz. 1. Ʋniversality; the wife is Subject in all things: 2. Diligence; we must take care to please him: 3. Delightfulne••; it must be no burden: 4. Constancy; as long as we live, we must be Subject to the will of our Lord.
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The last Use shall be for Exhortatiou, That in case you find this Ring of Faith, by which you are espoused unto Christ, given unto you,
The last Use shall be for Exhortation, That in case you find this Ring of Faith, by which you Are espoused unto christ, given unto you,
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then be very carefull to wear it, and to bring it along with you to this next Sacrament.
then be very careful to wear it, and to bring it along with you to this next Sacrament.
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We usually put on our Robes and our Rings, when we come to any solemn Feasts:
We usually put on our Robes and our Rings, when we come to any solemn Feasts:
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The Sacrament of the Lords Supper is a Feast of good things, there is Christ, and mercy, and redemption, and sanctification, and what not for the soul;
The Sacrament of the lords Supper is a Feast of good things, there is christ, and mercy, and redemption, and sanctification, and what not for the soul;
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but bring your Ring with you;
but bring your Ring with you;
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Christ looks that you should come with it, and you can do no good at the Sacrament,
christ looks that you should come with it, and you can do no good At the Sacrament,
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if you have not the Ring on your hand:
if you have not the Ring on your hand:
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Though you put forth your hand, yet if the Ring be not on it, the hand may take the bread,
Though you put forth your hand, yet if the Ring be not on it, the hand may take the bred,
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but the Ring is it which onely can take Christ; therefore bring Faith with you to the Sacrament.
but the Ring is it which only can take christ; Therefore bring Faith with you to the Sacrament.
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Josephs Brethren must bring Benjamin with them, or else they must not see his face, nor should get food.Josephs Brothers must bring Benjamin with them, or Else they must not see his face, nor should get food.
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And let your faith work upon Christ all along;
And let your faith work upon christ all along;
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on the love of Christ, on the sufferings of Christ, of the Covenant of God with you in Christ, of the offer of Christ unto you, (now under seal that he is yours;) seal with your Ring, put your Seal to the Covenant and Deed of Christ and God;
on the love of christ, on the sufferings of christ, of the Covenant of God with you in christ, of the offer of christ unto you, (now under seal that he is yours;) seal with your Ring, put your Seal to the Covenant and Deed of christ and God;
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and feed on him, believe on him, draw from him;
and feed on him, believe on him, draw from him;
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This is my Lord, this is my Saviour, this bloud was shed for me, my Christ will do me good, I shall be saved by his bloud, reconciled by his bloud, healed and preserved by his Spirit.
This is my Lord, this is my Saviour, this blood was shed for me, my christ will do me good, I shall be saved by his blood, reconciled by his blood, healed and preserved by his Spirit.
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And shoes on his Feet. This is the third Favour which is bestowed upon the repenting Prodigal;
And shoes on his Feet. This is the third Favour which is bestowed upon the repenting Prodigal;
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his Lips were kissed, his Back was clothed, his Hand was adorned, and now his Feet are shod;
his Lips were kissed, his Back was clothed, his Hand was adorned, and now his Feet Are shod;
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the penitent person is onely the compleat person.
the penitent person is only the complete person.
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But what these Feet are, and what the Shoes which are put-on them, is a point differently conjectured of by Interpreters.
But what these Feet Are, and what the Shoes which Are put-on them, is a point differently conjectured of by Interpreters.
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Sol. Not to waste time, both the Words are Metaphorically to be understood for some things which do in some respects answer to Feet, and Shoes.Sol. Not to waste time, both the Words Are Metaphorically to be understood for Some things which do in Some respects answer to Feet, and Shoes.
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Feeet are taken sometimes, 1. for the springs of our actions and courses;Feeet Are taken sometime, 1. for the springs of our actions and courses;
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as for our Will and Affections, so Eccles. 5. 1. 2. For the actions and courses themselves, which Solomon calls the path of our feet, Prov. 4. 26. And in this sense David saith, Wilt thou not keep my feet from falling? Psal. 56. 13. and God is said to guide the feet of his People,
as for our Will and Affections, so Eccles. 5. 1. 2. For the actions and courses themselves, which Solomon calls the path of our feet, Curae 4. 26. And in this sense David Says, Wilt thou not keep my feet from falling? Psalm 56. 13. and God is said to guide the feet of his People,
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and to preserve the feet of his Saints, 1 Sam. 2. 9. And Shoes on the feet, are also diversly taken in a metaphorical sense: 1. Sometimes for a mortified disposition to the world, as the shoes keep the feet at a distance from the earth,
and to preserve the feet of his Saints, 1 Sam. 2. 9. And Shoes on the feet, Are also diversely taken in a metaphorical sense: 1. Sometime for a mortified disposition to the world, as the shoes keep the feet At a distance from the earth,
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and with them we trample upon the earth. 2. Sometimes for strength against passive injuries and evils;
and with them we trample upon the earth. 2. Sometime for strength against passive injuries and evils;
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as feet shod can pass upon sharp thorns and stones;
as feet shod can pass upon sharp thorns and stones;
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this is called, Feet shod with the preparation of the Gospel of Christ, Ephes. 6. 3. Sometimes for a •it ability in all walking;
this is called, Feet shod with the preparation of the Gospel of christ, Ephesians 6. 3. Sometime for a •it ability in all walking;
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for the shoes do not onely adorn the feet, but strengthen them in and unto motion:
for the shoes do not only adorn the feet, but strengthen them in and unto motion:
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From all which we may, I think, observe this Proposition.
From all which we may, I think, observe this Proposition.
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That God doth enable a penitent person with grace and strength for a better and singular walking or course of Life and Obedience. That God does enable a penitent person with grace and strength for a better and singular walking or course of Life and obedience.
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The Prodigal before his Conversion walked with naked feet, wildly, loosely, disgracefully, dangerously; but upon his repentance, he hath shoes put on his feet;
The Prodigal before his Conversion walked with naked feet, wildly, loosely, disgracefully, dangerously; but upon his Repentance, he hath shoes put on his feet;
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not onely his Heart is altered, but his Life; not onely his disposition, but condition; not onely his condition, but his conversation:
not only his Heart is altered, but his Life; not only his disposition, but condition; not only his condition, but his Conversation:
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He was another man, and now walks as another man. The same you see in Paul, before his Conversion, and after it:
He was Another man, and now walks as Another man. The same you see in Paul, before his Conversion, and After it:
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Before his Conversion, his feet were swift to shed bloud, he persecuted the Saints and Members of Christ to the death;Before his Conversion, his feet were swift to shed blood, he persecuted the Saints and Members of christ to the death;
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but after his Conversion, he exalts Jesus Christ, and is endeared in highest affection unto him and his servants, prizeth Christ above all, loves Christ above all, strives for the propagation and for the obedience of the Gospel above all,
but After his Conversion, he exalts jesus christ, and is endeared in highest affection unto him and his Servants, prizeth christ above all, loves christ above all, strives for the propagation and for the Obedience of the Gospel above all,
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and his feet carry him to most places and persons for the service of Christ:
and his feet carry him to most places and Persons for the service of christ:
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And this alteration in the course of life, Paul expresseth to be in all that are effectually called and converted, that they do not now walk as other Gentiles, Ephes. 4. 17. nor as they themselves once did, in darkness and voluptuousness,
And this alteration in the course of life, Paul Expresses to be in all that Are effectually called and converted, that they do not now walk as other Gentiles, Ephesians 4. 17. nor as they themselves once did, in darkness and voluptuousness,
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but do put off their old Conversation, Ephes. 4. 22. and walk as children of the light, Ephes. 5. 8. and become servants of righteousne••, Rom. 6. 18. and have their fruits unto •oliness. v. 22.
but do put off their old Conversation, Ephesians 4. 22. and walk as children of the Light, Ephesians 5. 8. and become Servants of righteousne••, Rom. 6. 18. and have their fruits unto •oliness. v. 22.
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But the Question may be, What that singular course of living or walking is, unto which God doth enable penitent persons? Sol. I conjecture of it thus. 1. It is an heavenly and spiritual walking. In Abraham this is called, a walking before God; and in Noah, a walking with God; in the Galatians, a walking in the Spirit;
But the Question may be, What that singular course of living or walking is, unto which God does enable penitent Persons? Sol. I conjecture of it thus. 1. It is an heavenly and spiritual walking. In Abraham this is called, a walking before God; and in Noah, a walking with God; in the Galatians, a walking in the Spirit;
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in others, a walking in Christ; in the Phillippians, a conversation in heaven. Before our conversion, we mind nothing,
in Others, a walking in christ; in the Philippians, a Conversation in heaven. Before our conversion, we mind nothing,
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and endeavour after nothing, and imploy our selves in nothing but sinfull, sensual, vain things and courses:
and endeavour After nothing, and employ our selves in nothing but sinful, sensual, vain things and courses:
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But when the soul is truly made penitential, now our hearts mind a God, and his Word, and his Glory;
But when the soul is truly made penitential, now our hearts mind a God, and his Word, and his Glory;
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now they meditate on his Will and Laws, now they crave after Grace and heavenly strength,
now they meditate on his Will and Laws, now they crave After Grace and heavenly strength,
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now they busie and endeavour, What shall we do to be saved? Now our feet can bring us to the Courts of God,
now they busy and endeavour, What shall we do to be saved? Now our feet can bring us to the Courts of God,
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and now we can conscionably prize and use communion with God;
and now we can Conscionably prize and use communion with God;
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we take more delight a thousand times to read his Word, than all Play-books, and merry Histories;
we take more delight a thousand times to read his Word, than all Playbooks, and merry Histories;
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to hear the voice of Christ, to be reforming of what is evil, to be much in Prayer,
to hear the voice of christ, to be reforming of what is evil, to be much in Prayer,
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and all the works of holy Obedience, than in any wicked or vain way whatsoever.
and all the works of holy obedience, than in any wicked or vain Way whatsoever.
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2. It is a regular course of life: The feet, when shoes are on them, are then restrained, as it were, and confined;
2. It is a regular course of life: The feet, when shoes Are on them, Are then restrained, as it were, and confined;
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they are kept to a size, and do not •qu•nder and expatiate: So is it with the course of a man who is made a true Penitent;
they Are kept to a size, and do not •qu•nder and expatiate: So is it with the course of a man who is made a true Penitent;
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it is not now loose and wild, guided by the season of every company, nor by the examples of every man,
it is not now lose and wild, guided by the season of every company, nor by the Examples of every man,
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nor by the course of the world, nor by the lusts of his own heart; what others do, is no rule to him;
nor by the course of the world, nor by the Lustiest of his own heart; what Others do, is no Rule to him;
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and what others applaud, is no rule to him; and what others decide, is no rule to him;
and what Others applaud, is no Rule to him; and what Others decide, is no Rule to him;
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and what his own heart suggests, is no rule to him:
and what his own heart suggests, is no Rule to him:
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But he hath a sure rule unto which he takes heed, and according to which he orders his conversation, and walks.
But he hath a sure Rule unto which he Takes heed, and according to which he order his Conversation, and walks.
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If the Word of God saith, Go, he goeth; if that say, Come, he cometh:
If the Word of God Says, Go, he Goes; if that say, Come, he comes:
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If that, like the Cloud before the Israelites, moves by Precept, he riseth up, and endeavours to follow it;
If that, like the Cloud before the Israelites, moves by Precept, he Riseth up, and endeavours to follow it;
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if that, like the same Cloud, doth rest and forbid, he sits down, and dares not do it:
if that, like the same Cloud, does rest and forbid, he sits down, and dares not do it:
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He doth not do what he will, but what he may; live after an Humour, but after a Law;
He does not do what he will, but what he may; live After an Humour, but After a Law;
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he would have every action, not bad, but good;
he would have every actium, not bad, but good;
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and that it may be so, first consults with the Word, Is it lawfull? and then resolves to practise it, because it is so.
and that it may be so, First consults with the Word, Is it lawful? and then resolves to practise it, Because it is so.
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3. It is an even and upright course of life; as the shoes keep the feet up on either side.
3. It is an even and upright course of life; as the shoes keep the feet up on either side.
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Such feet doth God bestow upon penitent people, as the living creatures had, their feet were straight feet, Ezek. 1. 7. not like the Images feet in Daniel 2. 33. which were part of Iron, and part of Clay.
Such feet does God bestow upon penitent people, as the living creatures had, their feet were straight feet, Ezekiel 1. 7. not like the Images feet in daniel 2. 33. which were part of Iron, and part of Clay.
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A conversation that is like the Prophets cake, which was not turned, Hos. 7. 8. Doughbaked bread on the one side, and dough on the other;
A Conversation that is like the prophets cake, which was not turned, Hos. 7. 8. Doughbaked bred on the one side, and dough on the other;
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so P•ous in one part, and Impious in another; publickly Religious, and secretly Prophane; in one society Angelical, in another Diabolical;
so P•ous in one part, and Impious in Another; publicly Religious, and secretly Profane; in one society Angelical, in Another Diabolical;
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in one place a Doctrine, and in an other an Use of Confutation:
in one place a Doctrine, and in an other an Use of Confutation:
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like a Fish, to give a frisk into the Aire, and then to plunge into the Ocean of Lusts. Such a Leopard-like life, spotted course is ignoble;
like a Fish, to give a frisk into the Air, and then to plunge into the Ocean of Lusts. Such a Leopard-like life, spotted course is ignoble;
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when the Christian runs, like that Beast with two feet of different length, with a general unevenness in his wayes;
when the Christian runs, like that Beast with two feet of different length, with a general unevenness in his ways;
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but strait feet are those which the Penitent walks withal:
but strait feet Are those which the Penitent walks withal:
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as he hath not an heart and an heart, so he hath not a foot and a foot:
as he hath not an heart and an heart, so he hath not a foot and a foot:
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Tis granted, he may be sometimes lam• and trip;
This granted, he may be sometime lam• and trip;
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frailties and infirmities befal the best, but an even, equal tenour is yet to be found in the main bulk of his paths.
frailties and infirmities befall the best, but an even, equal tenor is yet to be found in the main bulk of his paths.
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He hath no Artificial shoes, wider and lesser, made on purpose, but in the bent of his heart and endeavours, desires to have a good conscience in all things, void of offence to God and man.
He hath no Artificial shoes, wider and lesser, made on purpose, but in the bent of his heart and endeavours, Desires to have a good conscience in all things, void of offence to God and man.
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The Philosopher doth distinguish twixt a Complexion which ariseth from Passion, and that which buds out from an Habitual temper;
The Philosopher does distinguish betwixt a Complexion which arises from Passion, and that which buds out from an Habitual temper;
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when a person occasionally blusheth, though he be of a pale Complexion, yet colour ariseth in his face;
when a person occasionally blusheth, though he be of a pale Complexion, yet colour arises in his face;
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but the Sanguine temper is still of a ruddy face: Passionate actions are rare and unequal, but natural are frequent and even.
but the Sanguine temper is still of a ruddy face: Passionate actions Are rare and unequal, but natural Are frequent and even.
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The penitent, in the whole course of his conversation, is homo quadratus, square, and uniform, and beautiful, and comely in the expression of holiness.
The penitent, in the Whole course of his Conversation, is homo quadratus, square, and uniform, and beautiful, and comely in the expression of holiness.
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4. It is Ingenious and single: His life moves not by several Rules, nor yet runs by several Principles,
4. It is Ingenious and single: His life moves not by several Rules, nor yet runs by several Principles,
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nor yet is carryed unto opposite Ends. The Mariner he spends his life at Sea for Profit,
nor yet is carried unto opposite Ends. The Mariner he spends his life At Sea for Profit,
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and the Scholar he spends his life in Study for Knowledg, and the Ambitious man he follows the Court for Honour,
and the Scholar he spends his life in Study for Knowledge, and the Ambitious man he follows the Court for Honour,
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and the Hypodrite he trades in Duty for applause: but the true Penitent, he is careful, and watchful, and diligent over all his wayes,
and the Hypodrite he trades in Duty for applause: but the true Penitent, he is careful, and watchful, and diligent over all his ways,
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and in all the duties of piety, for Divine glory. Gregory Nazianzen distinguisheth of three sorts of men;
and in all the duties of piety, for Divine glory. Gregory Nazianzen Distinguisheth of three sorts of men;
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some are Mercenaries, who work to get a good reward; others are Servants, who work to avoid punishment;
Some Are Mercenaries, who work to get a good reward; Others Are Servants, who work to avoid punishment;
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others are Sons, and these labour for the highest good, to enjoy God, and to set out his Glory:
Others Are Sons, and these labour for the highest good, to enjoy God, and to Set out his Glory:
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Whether we live, we live unto the Lord, saith the Apostle. The Christian lives by the Lord;Whither we live, we live unto the Lord, Says the Apostle. The Christian lives by the Lord;
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By the Grace of God, I am that I am, said Paul. And he lives upon the Lord, The life that I now live, I live by the Faith of the Son of God, saith S. Paul again.By the Grace of God, I am that I am, said Paul. And he lives upon the Lord, The life that I now live, I live by the Faith of the Son of God, Says S. Paul again.
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And he lives unto the Lord, both to his approbation and to his honour, So that Christ may be magnified, saith Paul yet again:
And he lives unto the Lord, both to his approbation and to his honour, So that christ may be magnified, Says Paul yet again:
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his intentions are such as have the glory of God most principally in them;
his intentions Are such as have the glory of God most principally in them;
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so that if you could unbowel the wayes of a Christian to discern their scope, you should find in them this Inscription, To the Glory of God.
so that if you could unbowel the ways of a Christian to discern their scope, you should find in them this Inscription, To the Glory of God.
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And the actions themselves (for the course of them) are such as respect the glory of God, they are all of them Holiness to the Lord, God is magnified by them.
And the actions themselves (for the course of them) Are such as respect the glory of God, they Are all of them Holiness to the Lord, God is magnified by them.
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5. It is a profitable Walking: The impenitent man is a dead man, and his life is a deadly life,
5. It is a profitable Walking: The impenitent man is a dead man, and his life is a deadly life,
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like the Plague, which is an infecting disease; like the Prophets girdle, rotten, and good for nothing.
like the Plague, which is an infecting disease; like the prophets girdle, rotten, and good for nothing.
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Either he is a dead letter, barren to any good, or he is a killing letter, doing much evil;
Either he is a dead Letter, barren to any good, or he is a killing Letter, doing much evil;
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either he is a rotten stick, good for nothing, or else he is a fire-brand, causing much wickedness.
either he is a rotten stick, good for nothing, or Else he is a firebrand, causing much wickedness.
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But• when a person becomes penitent, now his heart is made go•d, and his life becomes profitable.
But• when a person becomes penitent, now his heart is made go•d, and his life becomes profitable.
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As Paul wrote of Onesimus to Philemon, That in time past he was unprofitable to him,
As Paul wrote of Onesimus to Philemon, That in time passed he was unprofitable to him,
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but now, saith he, profitable to thee and me. There is good to be got by him that is made good;but now, Says he, profitable to thee and me. There is good to be god by him that is made good;
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blood runs through all the veins of his Conversation;
blood runs through all the Veins of his Conversation;
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one may get heat at his fire, and light at his candle, and refreshing at his streams, and clothing by his fleece;
one may get heat At his fire, and Light At his candle, and refreshing At his streams, and clothing by his fleece;
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one may melt by his tears, go by his light, learn to trust by his faith, to fear by his tenderness, to live by his obedience.
one may melt by his tears, go by his Light, Learn to trust by his faith, to Fear by his tenderness, to live by his Obedience.
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Oh how he strives to convert others, with S. Austin; to give knowledg to others, with S. Paul; to warn and beseech others, with Lot; to profit thesouls of others,
O how he strives to convert Others, with S. Austin; to give knowledge to Others, with S. Paul; to warn and beseech Others, with Lot; to profit thesouls of Others,
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and help the bodies of others. In his general calling he is diligent, and in his particular he is active;
and help the bodies of Others. In his general calling he is diligent, and in his particular he is active;
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his counsels are savoury, and his walkings are heavenly, such as may save himself and those about him,
his Counsels Are savoury, and his walkings Are heavenly, such as may save himself and those about him,
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if they be so humble and wise as to apprehend and learn. 6. Lastly, It is a comely walking;
if they be so humble and wise as to apprehend and Learn. 6. Lastly, It is a comely walking;
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how beautiful are thy feet withshoes, saith Christ of the Church, Ca•t. 7. 1. (Congruous to the condition of his place, of Grace;) the walkings of a penitent are beautiful walkings, such as adorn his profession, such as become the Gospel of Christ, such as set out the tru•h of Grace, which he hath received, how beautiful Are thy feet withshoes, Says christ of the Church, Ca•t. 7. 1. (Congruous to the condition of his place, of Grace;) the walkings of a penitent Are beautiful walkings, such as adorn his profession, such as become the Gospel of christ, such as Set out the tru•h of Grace, which he hath received,
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and the hope of glory which he expects, like so many Stars which are the glory of heaven:
and the hope of glory which he expects, like so many Stars which Are the glory of heaven:
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so are his particular actions inamelled with that Ornament of Me•kness, with that Crown of Wisdome, with that Tenderness of Cireumspection, with that Sweetness of Charity, with that Gracefulness of Piety, that no only the mouths of some are stopped,
so Are his particular actions enameled with that Ornament of Me•kness, with that Crown of Wisdom, with that Tenderness of Cireumspection, with that Sweetness of Charity, with that Gracefulness of Piety, that no only the mouths of Some Are stopped,
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but likewise the mouths of others are opened, by beholding the uniform light of his new Conversation, to glori•ie our father which is in heaven.
but likewise the mouths of Others Are opened, by beholding the uniform Light of his new Conversation, to glori•ie our father which is in heaven.
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2. Quest. Thus you see what that better and singular course of life is, unto which God enables penitent persons:
2. Quest. Thus you see what that better and singular course of life is, unto which God enables penitent Persons:
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Now let us consider the Reasons why God doth enable them thus to walk.
Now let us Consider the Reasons why God does enable them thus to walk.
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It cannot but be thus, if you consider 1. The principle which is implanted in them: As things are in being, so they are in working; It cannot but be thus, if you Consider 1. The principle which is implanted in them: As things Are in being, so they Are in working;
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that nature which is most predominant in any, hath still the command of the actions in him.
that nature which is most predominant in any, hath still the command of the actions in him.
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Doth the penitent now live an heavenly life? Why, God hath given unto him a spiritual, and heavenly nature;
Does the penitent now live an heavenly life? Why, God hath given unto him a spiritual, and heavenly nature;
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He is made pertaker of the Divine Nature, which of all others is most holy, and spiritual, and heavenly.He is made partaker of the Divine Nature, which of all Others is most holy, and spiritual, and heavenly.
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Doth he order his life by the rule of the Word? Why, the Word of God is ingraffed in him,
Does he order his life by the Rule of the Word? Why, the Word of God is Ingrafted in him,
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and abides in him in the virtues and efficacies of it, so that he was converted by it,
and abides in him in the Virtues and efficacies of it, so that he was converted by it,
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and will now be guided by it.
and will now be guided by it.
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Doth he lead an upright life? Why, the Lord hath taken from him the spirit of guile and deceitfulness,
Does he led an upright life? Why, the Lord hath taken from him the Spirit of guile and deceitfulness,
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and hath given unto him an One heart, a plain, sincere, perfect, or upright heart;
and hath given unto him an One heart, a plain, sincere, perfect, or upright heart;
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a right heart which cannot abide doubling, and dividing, and hollowness, but it is of the truth;
a right heart which cannot abide doubling, and dividing, and hollowness, but it is of the truth;
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there is truth in the inward parts, and therefore there is truth in the outward acts.
there is truth in the inward parts, and Therefore there is truth in the outward acts.
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Doth he lead a single life for Divine Glory? Why, he hath received real grace from God, which will work only for God;
Does he led a single life for Divine Glory? Why, he hath received real grace from God, which will work only for God;
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the Waters which come from the Sea, will run into the Sea again. Doth he live a profitable life? Why, it is the nature of true grace,
the Waters which come from the Sea, will run into the Sea again. Does he live a profitable life? Why, it is the nature of true grace,
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and true repentance to make us as active in a good way, as we were violent in a bad;
and true Repentance to make us as active in a good Way, as we were violent in a bad;
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the nature of Good is to be diffusive, as the nature of fire is to heat,
the nature of Good is to be diffusive, as the nature of fire is to heat,
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and of the Sun is to give light:
and of the Sun is to give Light:
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The love of Christ constraineth me (saith Paul.) Doth he adorn his holy profession with an answerable conversation? Why!The love of christ constrains me (Says Paul.) Does he adorn his holy profession with an answerable Conversation? Why!
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how can it be otherwise, but that gracious habits, should breed gracious acts;
how can it be otherwise, but that gracious habits, should breed gracious acts;
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and glorious qualities, should breed glorious effects? It is the nature of a Star to shine,
and glorious qualities, should breed glorious effects? It is the nature of a Star to shine,
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as it is the nature of dirt to defile;
as it is the nature of dirt to defile;
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and it is the nature of a Diamond to sparkle, as it is of the earth to be b•ack, &c. 2. The peculiar disposition of Repentance.
and it is the nature of a Diamond to sparkle, as it is of the earth to be b•ack, etc. 2. The peculiar disposition of Repentance.
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Repentance in the proper nature produceth two effects. 1. One in newness of life: It is against the truth of Repentance for a man to live the same life, to keep on the same course, for this is impenitency; not conversion, but continuation;
Repentance in the proper nature Produceth two effects. 1. One in newness of life: It is against the truth of Repentance for a man to live the same life, to keep on the same course, for this is impenitency; not conversion, but continuation;
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not a regress, but a progress; not a change of life, but a course of the same life:
not a regress, but a progress; not a change of life, but a course of the same life:
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But when Repentance comes, change comes;
But when Repentance comes, change comes;
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for what is repentance but the new purpose for a new life? A man must be what he was not,
for what is Repentance but the new purpose for a new life? A man must be what he was not,
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and do that which he never did, and run an other course quite contrary to what he did;
and do that which he never did, and run an other course quite contrary to what he did;
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put off the old conversation, and put on a new; Cease to do evil, and learn to do well; put off the old Conversation, and put on a new; Cease to do evil, and Learn to do well;
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put off the service of unrighteousness, and become the servant of holiness:
put off the service of unrighteousness, and become the servant of holiness:
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this is to be a penitent. 2. Another is revenge: you know the Apostle makes this one of the fruits of godly sorrow and repentance;
this is to be a penitent. 2. another is revenge: you know the Apostle makes this one of the fruits of godly sorrow and Repentance;
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yea what revenge? 2. Cor. 7. Now this revenge, as it consists in many other things, so in this especially;yea what revenge? 2. Cor. 7. Now this revenge, as it consists in many other things, so in this especially;
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that as we have imployed our soules and bodies in wicked acts to serve against the Lord to his dishonor,
that as we have employed our Souls and bodies in wicked acts to serve against the Lord to his dishonour,
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so now we imploy and improve them in holy services to the proper glory of God;
so now we employ and improve them in holy services to the proper glory of God;
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now we busy them, to know him, to love him, to obey him, to honour him:
now we busy them, to know him, to love him, to obey him, to honour him:
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The penitent person is so sensible of the infinite dishonour which God hath had by his sinful life, that if he had now a thousand souls and bodies,
The penitent person is so sensible of the infinite dishonour which God hath had by his sinful life, that if he had now a thousand Souls and bodies,
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and ten thousand lives, all were little enough in all holiness of Conversation to redeem those dishonours, and repair them.
and ten thousand lives, all were little enough in all holiness of Conversation to Redeem those dishonours, and repair them.
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3. The peculiar intentions which God hath towards penitent persons. 1 He doth intend much glory to himself by them:
3. The peculiar intentions which God hath towards penitent Persons. 1 He does intend much glory to himself by them:
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for these are the people whom he doth form for his glory, and raise up to declare his praise,
for these Are the people whom he does from for his glory, and raise up to declare his praise,
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as is evident in Paul, and all other singular penitents, they have been the great instruments of his glory;
as is evident in Paul, and all other singular penitents, they have been the great Instruments of his glory;
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but they cannot bring him glory unless they be enabled to live better lives then before.
but they cannot bring him glory unless they be enabled to live better lives then before.
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If they be alienated from the life of God, they necessarily are alienated from the glory of God.
If they be alienated from the life of God, they necessarily Are alienated from the glory of God.
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Right believing, and right living, these are our methods to display the glory of God. 2. He doth intend much peace and joy unto their Consciences; a peace which passeth all understanding,
Right believing, and right living, these Are our methods to display the glory of God. 2. He does intend much peace and joy unto their Consciences; a peace which passes all understanding,
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and a joy which passeth all expression;
and a joy which passes all expression;
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even that which springs from his gracious favour and reconciliation with them in Christ, which both pacifies the conscience,
even that which springs from his gracious favour and reconciliation with them in christ, which both pacifies the conscience,
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and also quickens and revives it. But this could not be, unless he enabled them to new and better lives;
and also quickens and revives it. But this could not be, unless he enabled them to new and better lives;
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the life of holiness is the only path of peace, that of wickedness is a way which knows not peace;
the life of holiness is the only path of peace, that of wickedness is a Way which knows not peace;
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there is no peace unto wicked men, nor unto wicked wayes.
there is no peace unto wicked men, nor unto wicked ways.
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And for Joy, that only breeds joy in conscience, which makes the conscience not to accuse, but excuse; not to torment, but comfort;
And for Joy, that only breeds joy in conscience, which makes the conscience not to accuse, but excuse; not to torment, but Comfort;
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only the new life is the properly joyful and comfortable life;
only the new life is the properly joyful and comfortable life;
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there are no spirits in the life which is not spiritual. 3. He doth intend much outward mercy to them:
there Are no spirits in the life which is not spiritual. 3. He does intend much outward mercy to them:
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See how full the field of blessings is to the penitent; but it is upon this condition, If his life be obedient;
See how full the field of blessings is to the penitent; but it is upon this condition, If his life be obedient;
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as it were upon his good behaviour, If ye consent and obey ye shall eat the good of the Land. 4. He doth intend them Glory before men,
as it were upon his good behaviour, If you consent and obey you shall eat the good of the Land. 4. He does intend them Glory before men,
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and Glory with himself in heaven: For the penitent he makes to be the excellent on earth; and Glory with himself in heaven: For the penitent he makes to be the excellent on earth;
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his refined pieces of gold, a choice people whom Nations shall honour, and the people shall call blessed.
his refined Pieces of gold, a choice people whom nations shall honour, and the people shall call blessed.
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When a man leaves a sordid and ignominious course of sinning, he then becomes honourable in the eyes of God,
When a man leaves a sordid and ignominious course of sinning, he then becomes honourable in the eyes of God,
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and reputable in the eyes of men.
and reputable in the eyes of men.
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Now the spots of Leprosie fall off from Naoman, and his flesh grows clear and fair;
Now the spots of Leprosy fallen off from Naaman, and his Flesh grows clear and fair;
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but how should this Sun break out, if the clouds still remaine? Of necessity the life must alter,
but how should this Sun break out, if the Clouds still remain? Of necessity the life must altar,
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if we would have the opinions of men to alter;
if we would have the opinions of men to altar;
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yea, and to what purpose is it to imagine an eternal life hereafter, unless we here first live an holy life, without which no man shall see God?
yea, and to what purpose is it to imagine an Eternal life hereafter, unless we Here First live an holy life, without which no man shall see God?
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Doth God inable the true penitent to a new and better life or walking? then let us reflect on our wayes and lives.
Does God inable the true penitent to a new and better life or walking? then let us reflect on our ways and lives.
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How do we live? What kind of life is that which we do now live? Is it the life of a penitent or no? Never talk that thy heart is as good to God-ward as any mans though thy life be vile; thou deludest thy self;
How do we live? What kind of life is that which we do now live? Is it the life of a penitent or no? Never talk that thy heart is as good to Godward as any men though thy life be vile; thou deludest thy self;
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if thy life be evil, assuredly thy heart is not good: The Tree, sayes our Saviour, is known by his fruits;
if thy life be evil, assuredly thy heart is not good: The Tree, Says our Saviour, is known by his fruits;
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for a person to talk of a penitent heart, and what terror he hath had for sin,
for a person to talk of a penitent heart, and what terror he hath had for since,
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and in some particulars to mak• a little semblance of godliness, when yet all this while he goes on in a course of drunkenness,
and in Some particulars to mak• a little semblance of godliness, when yet all this while he Goes on in a course of Drunkenness,
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or of uncleanness, of riotousness, or of lying, or of pride, or of covetousness, or of injustice,
or of uncleanness, of riotousness, or of lying, or of pride, or of covetousness, or of injustice,
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or of scoffing, &c. What a monstrous and wilful deceit is this of a mans soul? Thou a penitent, who art still a servant of Lust!
or of scoffing, etc. What a monstrous and wilful deceit is this of a men soul? Thou a penitent, who art still a servant of Lust!
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Thou a penitent, who still walkest in darkness!
Thou a penitent, who still walkest in darkness!
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Thou a penitent whose very course of life is nothing but a confutation of repentance, a trade in sin!
Thou a penitent whose very course of life is nothing but a confutation of Repentance, a trade in since!
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Knowest thou not, O sinner, that where the heart is changed, the life will change? If thou hast once put off thy corrupt nature, thou wilt easily put off thy corrupt conversation.
Knowest thou not, Oh sinner, that where the heart is changed, the life will change? If thou hast once put off thy corrupt nature, thou wilt Easily put off thy corrupt Conversation.
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Who doth as he did, if he be not as he was? No, real repentance turns us,
Who does as he did, if he be not as he was? No, real Repentance turns us,
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and that is, from the love of sin in the heart, and from the course of sin in the life;
and that is, from the love of since in the heart, and from the course of since in the life;
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as it suffers thee not to be an hypocrite, so it abhors that thou shouldst be profane;
as it suffers thee not to be an hypocrite, so it abhors that thou Shouldst be profane;
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if thy life be bad, question it not, thy heart is bad;
if thy life be bad, question it not, thy heart is bad;
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that filthy speech comes from thy filthy Nature, that haughty look from thy proud Nature, that griping hand from thy cruel Nature, that fraudulent tongue from thy cousening Nature. 2. As much are they deceived who go on gently and gravely in their old, formal, cold, negative way of repentance;
that filthy speech comes from thy filthy Nature, that haughty look from thy proud Nature, that gripping hand from thy cruel Nature, that fraudulent tongue from thy cosening Nature. 2. As much Are they deceived who go on gently and gravely in their old, formal, cold, negative Way of Repentance;
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deeming themselves no less then Penitentiaries, who have this only to plead, They never in all their lives did wrong or harm, &c. But remember, O self-deceiver,
deeming themselves no less then Penitentiaries, who have this only to plead, They never in all their lives did wrong or harm, etc. But Remember, Oh Self-deceiver,
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if ever God gives to thee repentance indeed, thou wilt find other sinful courses to be left besides those of Commission;
if ever God gives to thee Repentance indeed, thou wilt find other sinful courses to be left beside those of Commission;
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thou wilt find thine Omissions to be a highly guilty course of sin, that thou frequently omits calling upon God, hearing of his Word, reading of his Word, examining of thy heart, humbling of thy soul, walking in an holy,
thou wilt find thine Omissions to be a highly guilty course of since, that thou frequently omits calling upon God, hearing of his Word, reading of his Word, examining of thy heart, humbling of thy soul, walking in an holy,
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and heavenly, and exact manner, &c. Thou often criest out, What bad course am I in? I demand of thee, what holy course art thou in? what other course of life leadest thou then ever, &c. Well, I will say no more but this;
and heavenly, and exact manner, etc. Thou often Christ out, What bad course am I in? I demand of thee, what holy course art thou in? what other course of life Leadest thou then ever, etc. Well, I will say no more but this;
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but if other and better lives be the arguments of true Repentance, the Lord be merciful to us, there are then but very few penitents;
but if other and better lives be the Arguments of true Repentance, the Lord be merciful to us, there Are then but very few penitents;
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the same oaths, the same cursings, the same worldliness, the same pride, the same drunkenness, the same uncleanness, the same neglects of God and spiritual duties;
the same Oaths, the same cursings, the same worldliness, the same pride, the same Drunkenness, the same uncleanness, the same neglects of God and spiritual duties;
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we are not others then we were, we live not otherwise then we have done.
we Are not Others then we were, we live not otherwise then we have done.
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But secondly, If any of you take your selves to be penitents, I beseech you then, let us carefully shew it by our lives and conversations.
But secondly, If any of you take your selves to be penitents, I beseech you then, let us carefully show it by our lives and conversations.
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Consider to this purpose, 1. If there be truth of Repentance, there will be newness of Conversation:
Consider to this purpose, 1. If there be truth of Repentance, there will be newness of Conversation:
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A monstrous taing to see a man start up and walk with his Coffin and Gravecloaths.
A monstrous taing to see a man start up and walk with his Coffin and Gravecloaths.
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If it be light it will shine, and if it be fire it will heat, and if it be salt it will season;
If it be Light it will shine, and if it be fire it will heat, and if it be salt it will season;
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if thy heart be purged indeed, thy life will also be reformed indeed.
if thy heart be purged indeed, thy life will also be reformed indeed.
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If ye have been taught as the truth is in Jesus: put off, concerning the former conversation, the old man. 2. The Lord •esus hath purchased thy Life as well as thy Soul, and redeemed thy Conversation as well as thy Nature; If you have been taught as the truth is in jesus: put off, Concerning the former Conversation, the old man. 2. The Lord •esus hath purchased thy Life as well as thy Soul, and redeemed thy Conversation as well as thy Nature;
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He did dye not only to recover thy inward Man, but also to cure thy outward Man; He did die not only to recover thy inward Man, but also to cure thy outward Man;
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that as thy Heart should not be profane, so thy Conversation should not be vain:
that as thy Heart should not be profane, so thy Conversation should not be vain:
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Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, that we should no longer live the rest of our time in the flesh, 1 Pet. 4. 1, 2. Christ hath dyed for thee, that now thou shouldst live unto him. 3. The honour of Religion lyes upon thy Life: Thy heart may be a secret, a closet of much good or evil, we leave it to the Searcher of hearts; christ hath suffered for us in the Flesh, that we should no longer live the rest of our time in the Flesh, 1 Pet. 4. 1, 2. christ hath died for thee, that now thou Shouldst live unto him. 3. The honour of Religion lies upon thy Life: Thy heart may be a secret, a closet of much good or evil, we leave it to the Searcher of hearts;
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but thy life is a publick Letter, an audible Voice, a common Object:
but thy life is a public letter, an audible Voice, a Common Object:
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The profession of truth and holiness is an honourable thing in it self, but a good and answerable Conversation adds and reflects a greater honour to it.
The profession of truth and holiness is an honourable thing in it self, but a good and answerable Conversation adds and reflects a greater honour to it.
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As the Heaven is a beautiful Creature, but it is the more beautified by the shining of the Stars:
As the Heaven is a beautiful Creature, but it is the more beautified by the shining of the Stars:
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So is it with Religion, it is an Excellency in it self, and is made the more excellent by an excellent Conversation.
So is it with Religion, it is an Excellency in it self, and is made the more excellent by an excellent Conversation.
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But a lewd, rude, foolish, boystrous, incongruous, fowl, uneven, evil life, makes Religion to look like Gold in the dirt,
But a lewd, rude, foolish, boisterous, incongruous, fowl, uneven, evil life, makes Religion to look like Gold in the dirt,
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or like a Jewel in a Swines snout, or like Beauty in a Whore.
or like a Jewel in a Swine snout, or like Beauty in a Whore.
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It is the very scandal of Religion, and as a death verse upon an holy profession:
It is the very scandal of Religion, and as a death verse upon an holy profession:
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What is it, that thou now and then fillest the eyes of men with a little gravity,
What is it, that thou now and then Fillest the eyes of men with a little gravity,
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and the ears of men with a little piety, when still thou, by thy wicked life, armes the hearts of men to scorn,
and the ears of men with a little piety, when still thou, by thy wicked life, arms the hearts of men to scorn,
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and the tongues of men to blasphe• the Name of God and Professors? The more pretence thou hast to repentance, the more odious art thou, by thy impenitent life, to the profession thereof.
and the tongues of men to blasphe• the Name of God and Professors? The more pretence thou hast to Repentance, the more odious art thou, by thy impenitent life, to the profession thereof.
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The strictest eyes are upon the strictest professors, and no miscarriages take so soon with men,
The Strictest eyes Are upon the Strictest professors, and no miscarriages take so soon with men,
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or damp Religion more ▪ 4. The souls of men lie much upon their life:
or damp Religion more ▪ 4. The Souls of men lie much upon their life:
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What Greg. Nazianz. said of the Painter, That he teacheth not by his language, but by his hand;
What Greg. Nazianz said of the Painter, That he Teaches not by his language, but by his hand;
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and Chrysostom of the Minister, That his first part is to Live well, and then to Teach well;
and Chrysostom of the Minister, That his First part is to Live well, and then to Teach well;
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that is true of every penitent Christian, for his inward affections come not so into our scales as his outword actions:
that is true of every penitent Christian, for his inward affections come not so into our scales as his outword actions:
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We judge of him, and imitate him not by what lies hid in his heart, but by what appears in his life;
We judge of him, and imitate him not by what lies hid in his heart, but by what appears in his life;
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and of all men we are most confident to imitate the actions of those who pretend most against sin.
and of all men we Are most confident to imitate the actions of those who pretend most against since.
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Now then, if thou who pretendest to repent of all sin, by thy sinful life should•t multiply sinners amongst men,
Now then, if thou who pretendest to Repent of all since, by thy sinful life should•t multiply Sinners among men,
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or strengthen the hearts of sinners from returning, O how bitter, O how dismal, how fearful,
or strengthen the hearts of Sinners from returning, Oh how bitter, Oh how dismal, how fearful,
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how an amazing account, that thou even under a forme of Repentance, shouldst keep men in an estate of impenitency, to damn their souls by thy continual sinnings? Sins in conversation are alwayes of more publick danger then those of disposition,
how an amazing account, that thou even under a Form of Repentance, Shouldst keep men in an estate of impenitency, to damn their Souls by thy continual sinnings? Sins in Conversation Are always of more public danger then those of disposition,
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as a Feavor or a Plague ▪ 5. The comfort and peace of thy Conscience lies much in it:
as a Favour or a Plague ▪ 5. The Comfort and peace of thy Conscience lies much in it:
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A good Life is the best Commentary of an upright heart, and uprightness is a comfort: A good Life is the best Commentary of an upright heart, and uprightness is a Comfort:
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A good Life is the best Star to clear up Gods glory; and to bring him glory, is to bring our selves comfort.
A good Life is the best Star to clear up God's glory; and to bring him glory, is to bring our selves Comfort.
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Conscience will judge thee more for evil in life, as more perfected, more hurtful, than for that within.
Conscience will judge thee more for evil in life, as more perfected, more hurtful, than for that within.
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A good life is the only Plaister, by which we heal others; the only Pilot by which we direct others;
A good life is the only Plaster, by which we heal Others; the only Pilot by which we Direct Others;
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the only Hand, by which we hold up others: We may think good, but this circumscribes it self with our selves;
the only Hand, by which we hold up Others: We may think good, but this circumscribes it self with our selves;
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we may desire good, but this also con•ines it self with our selves. The good life is the life only which doth good to others;
we may desire good, but this also con•ines it self with our selves. The good life is the life only which does good to Others;
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and the more good we do, the more comfort still we have ▪ 6. The reward will be great to the life that is good:
and the more good we do, the more Comfort still we have ▪ 6. The reward will be great to the life that is good:
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Its true, that God in his future retribution hath respect to the inward graces and dispositions,
Its true, that God in his future retribution hath respect to the inward graces and dispositions,
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but he takes publick notice of the operations of them in our lives, as for acting themselves,
but he Takes public notice of the operations of them in our lives, as for acting themselves,
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and therefore pronounceth the reward to the doer, and the kingdom unto him that cloaths, and feeds, and visits, &c. What! an eternal life for a good life!
and Therefore pronounceth the reward to the doer, and the Kingdom unto him that clothes, and feeds, and visits, etc. What! an Eternal life for a good life!
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7. But lastly, Look on all who are truly penitent, or have been so, how tender and circumspect they have been of their lives and walkings:
7. But lastly, Look on all who Are truly penitent, or have been so, how tender and circumspect they have been of their lives and walkings:
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How extremely circumspect was David of his tongue, Psa. 39. and as exceedingly pensive for any unbeseeming word or fact, much more for any scandalous evo•;
How extremely circumspect was David of his tongue, Psa. 39. and as exceedingly pensive for any unbeseeming word or fact, much more for any scandalous evo•;
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such a fool, such a beast was I, Psa. 51. So the Apostles, both in their wayes and in their directions unto all the Saints, pressing earnestly,such a fool, such a beast was I, Psa. 51. So the Apostles, both in their ways and in their directions unto all the Saints, pressing earnestly,
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and that by the Lord Jesus, that they live and walk as becometh Saints, and as becometh the Gospel,
and that by the Lord jesus, that they live and walk as Becometh Saints, and as Becometh the Gospel,
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and that the Name of Christ be not blasphemed;
and that the Name of christ be not blasphemed;
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and as as who hath called them is holy, so should they be holy in all manner of conversation.
and as as who hath called them is holy, so should they be holy in all manner of Conversation.
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Quest. But how should our lives be so led, that it may appear we are Penitents indeed? Sol. For the manner of life which the truly Penitent should lead, either it respects, 1. God, in duties of Piety. Quest. But how should our lives be so led, that it may appear we Are Penitents indeed? Sol. For the manner of life which the truly Penitent should led, either it respects, 1. God, in duties of Piety.
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And here these adjuncts of Life are necessary: 1. Solid, and not formal performances of Religious Services; in the main Duties;
And Here these adjuncts of Life Are necessary: 1. Solid, and not formal performances of Religious Services; in the main Duties;
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not an empty cloud, a naked vizard, a life without life. 2. Adequate, and not partial ways of obedience,
not an empty cloud, a naked vizard, a life without life. 2. Adequate, and not partial ways of Obedience,
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like and dislike. 3. Constant, and not light and changeable exercises of holy acts; without wavering and unsetledness.
like and dislike. 3. Constant, and not Light and changeable exercises of holy acts; without wavering and unsettledness.
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Secondly, Men: And here the walking or conversation must be, 1. Wise, and not ridiculous; 2. Meek and gentle, and not turbulent;
Secondly, Men: And Here the walking or Conversation must be, 1. Wise, and not ridiculous; 2. Meek and gentle, and not turbulent;
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3. Pro•itable, and not vain or evil; 4. Mercifull, and not cruel; 5. Humble, and not censorious;
3. Pro•itable, and not vain or evil; 4. Merciful, and not cruel; 5. Humble, and not censorious;
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6. Just, and not scandalous and injurious; 7. In all things circumspect without offence. Thirdly, Those in relation to us:
6. Just, and not scandalous and injurious; 7. In all things circumspect without offence. Thirdly, Those in Relation to us:
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And here the life must be an Observance, without contempt and slighting of those to whom honour is due;
And Here the life must be an Observance, without contempt and slighting of those to whom honour is due;
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2. Affection with love and pity, without scorn or rigour; 3. A Care, with furtherance of their souls, without neglect and weariness.
2. Affection with love and pity, without scorn or rigour; 3. A Care, with furtherance of their Souls, without neglect and weariness.
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For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found:
For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found:
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And they began to be merry, These words seem to be an Abridgement of the whole Parable of the Prodigal Child.
And they began to be merry, These words seem to be an Abridgement of the Whole Parable of the Prodigal Child.
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And they comprehend in them, 1. His natural, sinfull, or unconverted condition; [ This my son was dead, and was lost.
And they comprehend in them, 1. His natural, sinful, or unconverted condition; [ This my son was dead, and was lost.
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] A natural man is a dead man, and a lost man;] A natural man is a dead man, and a lost man;
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either of these expresses a sad misery, but both of them conclude him compleatly miserable. 2. His supernatural, changed, or converted condition;
either of these Expresses a sad misery, but both of them conclude him completely miserable. 2. His supernatural, changed, or converted condition;
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[ and is alive again, and is found. ] No man lives, till he be a converted man.[ and is alive again, and is found. ] No man lives, till he be a converted man.
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Fuit (said Seneca) non vixit; & ab eo tempore censemur, ex quo in Christo renascimur, saith Hierome. 3. The joy, comfort,Fuit (said Senecca) non vixit; & ab eo tempore censemur, ex quo in Christ renascimur, Says Jerome. 3. The joy, Comfort,
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and delight of that altered condition; [ And they began to be merry. ] Joy is a drop distilled from Grace;
and delight of that altered condition; [ And they began to be merry. ] Joy is a drop distilled from Grace;
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the condition is then comfortable, when it is godly. I begin with the first part, and there with the lost estate of the Prodigal; where observe,
the condition is then comfortable, when it is godly. I begin with the First part, and there with the lost estate of the Prodigal; where observe,
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That every sinfull or unconverted man is a lost man. [ This my son was lost. That every sinful or unconverted man is a lost man. [ This my son was lost.
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] There are two sorts of sinners in Scripture, who are stiled lost. 1. Finally impenitent: These are irrecoverably lost; lost, and never found. Thus Judas was lost; ] There Are two sorts of Sinners in Scripture, who Are styled lost. 1. Finally impenitent: These Are irrecoverably lost; lost, and never found. Thus Judas was lost;
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None of them is lost, but the son of perdition, Joh. 17. 1. And of such the Apostle speaks, If our Gospel be hid, 'tis hid to them that are lost. None of them is lost, but the son of perdition, John 17. 1. And of such the Apostle speaks, If our Gospel be hid, it's hid to them that Are lost.
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2 Cor. 4. 3. 2. Temporary wanderers; who quantum ad statum presentem are lost, but quoad decretum de futuro shall be found:
2 Cor. 4. 3. 2. Temporary wanderers; who quantum ad Statum presentem Are lost, but quoad decretum de futuro shall be found:
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To these that saying seems to refer, in Luk. 19. 10. The Son of Man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.
To these that saying seems to refer, in Luk. 19. 10. The Son of Man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.
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Again, One may be said to be lost, 1. who is stept out of the way:
Again, One may be said to be lost, 1. who is stepped out of the Way:
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Every sinning is a straying, and every straying is a kind of lostness; thus even a converted man is many times lost.
Every sinning is a straying, and every straying is a kind of Lostness; thus even a converted man is many times lost.
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I have gone astray (saith David, Psal. 119. 170.) like a lost sheep. 2. Who is not as yet come into the way: I have gone astray (Says David, Psalm 119. 170.) like a lost sheep. 2. Who is not as yet come into the Way:
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Thus the unconverted man is lost. Psal. 58. 3. The wicked are estranged from the womb;
Thus the unconverted man is lost. Psalm 58. 3. The wicked Are estranged from the womb;
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they go astray as soon as they be born. And Psal. 14. 3. They are gone aside.
they go astray as soon as they be born. And Psalm 14. 3. They Are gone aside.
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And Rom. 9. 12. They are all gone out of the way. Now an unconverted man may be called a lost man, in eight respects.
And Rom. 9. 12. They Are all gone out of the Way. Now an unconverted man may be called a lost man, in eight respects.
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Because, 1. He hath lost his God: Every man (at the first) had God to be his God;
Because, 1. He hath lost his God: Every man (At the First) had God to be his God;
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but man sinned, and by sin every man lost God: We never lose our selves, but when we lose our God;
but man sinned, and by since every man lost God: We never loose our selves, but when we loose our God;
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and we never lose our God, but by sinning. There was one once, who lost his Kingdome for a draught of Water;
and we never loose our God, but by sinning. There was one once, who lost his Kingdom for a draught of Water;
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and we, in Adam, lost our God for rhe taste of an Apple. This is a great loss, to lose our God.
and we, in Adam, lost our God for rhe taste of an Apple. This is a great loss, to loose our God.
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A Child may lose his Father, and yet live; the Mariner may lose his Anchor, and yet sail:
A Child may loose his Father, and yet live; the Mariner may loose his Anchor, and yet sail:
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But if the World doth lose the Sun, it loseth all;
But if the World does loose the Sun, it loses all;
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But if Man loseth his God, he loseth him who is better than All. There are four great losses in that one loss of God:
But if Man loses his God, he loses him who is better than All. There Are four great losses in that one loss of God:
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There is a loss, 1. of the Image of God, that Royal Crown is gone; 2. of the Favour of God, that friendly look is gone;
There is a loss, 1. of the Image of God, that Royal Crown is gone; 2. of the Favour of God, that friendly look is gone;
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3. of the Society of God, that sweet fruition is gone; 4. of the Happiness of God, that onely life is gone:
3. of the Society of God, that sweet fruition is gone; 4. of the Happiness of God, that only life is gone:
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A Just God remains still, and a Mighty God remains still; but the Gracious God is lost, but the Blessed God is lost.
A Just God remains still, and a Mighty God remains still; but the Gracious God is lost, but the Blessed God is lost.
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2. He hath lost his Paradise: Paradise was the garden of blessings, and of all delights;
2. He hath lost his Paradise: Paradise was the garden of blessings, and of all delights;
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and some conjecture, that all happiness consists in delight; but the impenitent, wandring, unconverted sinner, is •ar from blessing or comfort.
and Some conjecture, that all happiness consists in delight; but the impenitent, wandering, unconverted sinner, is •ar from blessing or Comfort.
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The child of disobedience is only an heir of the curse;
The child of disobedience is only an heir of the curse;
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Write that man childless, said God of Coniah; so may it be said of an unconverted sinner, Write that man comfortless.Write that man childless, said God of Coniah; so may it be said of an unconverted sinner, Write that man comfortless.
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Or as Jeremiah said of Pashur, Thou shalt be called Magor-missabib, terrour round about;
Or as Jeremiah said of Pashur, Thou shalt be called Magor-missabib, terror round about;
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the same may be affirmed of this sinner, He is exiled from all comfort and blessing, there is no peace unto him, no blessing;
the same may be affirmed of this sinner, He is exiled from all Comfort and blessing, there is no peace unto him, no blessing;
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he cannot justly expect one crop of mercy, not one good day all his days;
he cannot justly expect one crop of mercy, not one good day all his days;
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the womb is a prison, the world a sea, sin a grave, life a wilderness, death an hell, to a wicked man.
the womb is a prison, the world a sea, sin a grave, life a Wilderness, death an hell, to a wicked man.
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3. He hath lost his soul:
3. He hath lost his soul:
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And what is left when my soul is lost? There are divers kinds of losses;
And what is left when my soul is lost? There Are diverse Kinds of losses;
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some Losses are Gain to us, (such was Pauls loss, Phil. 3.) Some Losses are a Pain to us, a little diminution,
Some Losses Are Gain to us, (such was Paul's loss, Philip 3.) some Losses Are a Pain to us, a little diminution,
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an excire onely of this or that comfort; some lose Sin, and get Christ; some lose Earth, and get Heaven;
an excire only of this or that Comfort; Some loose since, and get christ; Some loose Earth, and get Heaven;
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but no loss like the loss of the Soul: Now every unconverted man hath lost this Jewel, this Soul of his:
but no loss like the loss of the Soul: Now every unconverted man hath lost this Jewel, this Soul of his:
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He hath lost his Soul, 1. To Satan, who hath the dominion and use of it, he rules,
He hath lost his Soul, 1. To Satan, who hath the dominion and use of it, he rules,
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and he works mightily in it, and over it;
and he works mightily in it, and over it;
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a wicked mans soul is the Devils slave, he takes it captive at his pleasure: 2. To a condemning and revenging God;
a wicked men soul is the Devils slave, he Takes it captive At his pleasure: 2. To a condemning and revenging God;
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The soul that sins shall die; the Lease is forfeited;The soul that Sins shall die; the Lease is forfeited;
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sin forfeits the soul into the hands of a condemning God, and there it is stayed for ever,
since forfeits the soul into the hands of a condemning God, and there it is stayed for ever,
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unless a price be paid by the bloud of Christ to ransome and recover it. 4. He hath lost his Excellencies: His Glory is departed.
unless a price be paid by the blood of christ to ransom and recover it. 4. He hath lost his Excellencies: His Glory is departed.
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Sinfull man doth not know what is become of created man;
Sinful man does not know what is become of created man;
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yea, he hath lost these so long, that he knows not whether ever he had any of them, or no;
yea, he hath lost these so long, that he knows not whither ever he had any of them, or no;
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whether he ever had such an eye or Lamp of exquisite knowledge, whether he ever had such a vesture of righteousness,
whither he ever had such an eye or Lamp of exquisite knowledge, whither he ever had such a vesture of righteousness,
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whether he ever had such a stock of ability and sufficiency for Obedience.
whither he ever had such a stock of ability and sufficiency for obedience.
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As he once could not find Rome in Rome, nor they know Jezabel to have been Jezabel; just so is it with a poor sinner.
As he once could not find Room in Room, nor they know Jezebel to have been Jezebel; just so is it with a poor sinner.
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He once was a child of Light, a son of Obedience, he was created holy and righteous:
He once was a child of Light, a son of obedience, he was created holy and righteous:
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But what is become of all his created stock? But man dieth, and man giveth up the ghost,
But what is become of all his created stock? But man Dieth, and man gives up the ghost,
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and where is he? Job 14. 10. So here, man hath sinned, and man hath lost all his excellencies,and where is he? Job 14. 10. So Here, man hath sinned, and man hath lost all his excellencies,
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and where is he? Adam, where art thou? said God:
and where is he? Adam, where art thou? said God:
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A sad question, Where art thou? An hour since, Adam was Adam; but upon his sinning, Adam, where is Adam? Where is righteous Adam? Where is Adam, who had power to believe, to love, to obey all my will? Where is he? and where is all this? All is lost.
A sad question, Where art thou? an hour since, Adam was Adam; but upon his sinning, Adam, where is Adam? Where is righteous Adam? Where is Adam, who had power to believe, to love, to obey all my will? Where is he? and where is all this? All is lost.
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5. He hath lost his way, his way home: Every sinfull man is a wandring Meteor, a very Planet on earth;
5. He hath lost his Way, his Way home: Every sinful man is a wandering Meteor, a very Planet on earth;
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he is gone from the fold, as a silly sheep; he is gone from his Fathers house, as a silly Child;
he is gone from the fold, as a silly sheep; he is gone from his Father's house, as a silly Child;
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he is gone out of the right path, like a silly Traveller in the Wilderness. Sin puts us into a Maze, into a Labyrinth;
he is gone out of the right path, like a silly Traveller in the Wilderness. since puts us into a Maze, into a Labyrinth;
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we go from one sin to another sin, out of one by-path into another by-path;
we go from one since to Another since, out of one bypath into Another bypath;
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and the further we go in sinfull paths, the more still we go out of the way:
and the further we go in sinful paths, the more still we go out of the Way:
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But the right path which leads back to our God, O the sinner hath not an eye to see it;
But the right path which leads back to our God, Oh the sinner hath not an eye to see it;
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and when he hath light to see it, yet he hath not an heart to turn unto it,
and when he hath Light to see it, yet he hath not an heart to turn unto it,
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nor feet to walk in it. Rom. 3. 12. They are all gone out of the way;
nor feet to walk in it. Rom. 3. 12. They Are all gone out of the Way;
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v. 17. The way of peace they have not known.
v. 17. The Way of peace they have not known.
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Psal. 95. 10. It is a people that do err in their hearts, and they have not known my ways.
Psalm 95. 10. It is a people that do err in their hearts, and they have not known my ways.
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The lost sinner hath an erring mind, and an erring heart, and erring affections.
The lost sinner hath an erring mind, and an erring heart, and erring affections.
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There is but one way to come back to God, which is by Christ, (I am the way, &c.) but the lost sinner knows not Christ, nor the way unto Christ.
There is but one Way to come back to God, which is by christ, (I am the Way, etc.) but the lost sinner knows not christ, nor the Way unto christ.
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6. He hath lost his Ability:
6. He hath lost his Ability:
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He who once had power to fall, being fallen, hath now no power to rise any more;
He who once had power to fallen, being fallen, hath now no power to rise any more;
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a self-deliverance is as impossible as a self-creation: It must be light which finds that which is lost, but sinfull man is darkness;
a self-deliverance is as impossible as a self-creation: It must be Light which finds that which is lost, but sinful man is darkness;
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it must be strength which raiseth up one who is fallen, but lost man is less than weakness.
it must be strength which Raiseth up one who is fallen, but lost man is less than weakness.
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He who loseth himself by sin, must come back again by grace;
He who loses himself by since, must come back again by grace;
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but the natural man hath no grace, no not a desire of it, no not a thought of it, no nothing of all of it.
but the natural man hath no grace, no not a desire of it, no not a Thought of it, no nothing of all of it.
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What Sin casts down, Faith must set up; but the unconverted man doth not, nay, cannot believe; of himself he cannot:
What since Cast down, Faith must Set up; but the unconverted man does not, nay, cannot believe; of himself he cannot:
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As all our powers were at first in Adams hands, so all our powers now are in Christs hands.
As all our Powers were At First in Adams hands, so all our Powers now Are in Christ hands.
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7. The sinner is also lost in respect of his Title and Plea, and in respect of his Liberty and Freedome,
7. The sinner is also lost in respect of his Title and Plea, and in respect of his Liberty and Freedom,
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so that now every sinner is a very slave and bondman.
so that now every sinner is a very slave and bondman.
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Obj. But how comes man to be a lost man? I answer, Man came to be a lost sinner, Object But how comes man to be a lost man? I answer, Man Come to be a lost sinner,
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First, By Temptation: The Devil lost his own happiness, and by his cunning seducements, Man lost his happiness too. Four things he used for this: 1. He raised a suspition and jealousie in our hearts of God;
First, By Temptation: The devil lost his own happiness, and by his cunning seducements, Man lost his happiness too. Four things he used for this: 1. He raised a suspicion and jealousy in our hearts of God;
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2. Then a dislike of our present condition; 3. Then an affectation of an higher condition;
2. Then a dislike of our present condition; 3. Then an affectation of an higher condition;
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4. A false perswasion of Gods threatning.
4. A false persuasion of God's threatening.
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Secondly, By his own will. And there were (besides our original Liberty ad utrumlibet) four principal sins which brought us into our Lostness: 1. Pride, 2. Ʋnbelief, 3. Presumption, 4. Discontentment.
Secondly, By his own will. And there were (beside our original Liberty ad utrumlibet) four principal Sins which brought us into our Lostness: 1. Pride, 2. Ʋnbelief, 3. Presumption, 4. Discontentment.
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Object. But how may a man know that he is as yet in a lost condition? Sol. This may be resolved by these Queries: 1. Where is thy Home? 2. What is thy way? 3. When didst thou return? 1. Every lost man is a man afar off. Object. But how may a man know that he is as yet in a lost condition? Sol. This may be resolved by these Queries: 1. Where is thy Home? 2. What is thy Way? 3. When didst thou return? 1. Every lost man is a man afar off.
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In longum abiit, he is gone far from home, from his Father: In Longum Abiit, he is gone Far from home, from his Father:
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When the Prodigal was lost, where was he then? The Text saith, That he was gone into a far Countrey.
When the Prodigal was lost, where was he then? The Text Says, That he was gone into a Far Country.
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When the Ephesians were lost, where were they? Afar off, Ephes. 2. 17. When the Israelites were lost, where were they? They are gone away far from me, Jer. 2. 5. A natural man is far from God, (take me right,) you can never find God and a wicked man together;
When the Ephesians were lost, where were they? Afar off, Ephesians 2. 17. When the Israelites were lost, where were they? They Are gone away Far from me, Jer. 2. 5. A natural man is Far from God, (take me right,) you can never find God and a wicked man together;
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his nature is far from God, and his thoughts are far from God, and his affections are far from God:
his nature is Far from God, and his thoughts Are Far from God, and his affections Are Far from God:
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O, he cannot endure the presence of God, he cannot endure Holiness, he cannot endure holy Ordinances,
Oh, he cannot endure the presence of God, he cannot endure Holiness, he cannot endure holy Ordinances,
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nor holy Services, nor holy Admonitions, nor holy Reproofs, nor any holy Communion; the further he is from these, the better doth he think his condition to be.
nor holy Services, nor holy Admonitions, nor holy Reproofs, nor any holy Communion; the further he is from these, the better does he think his condition to be.
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A man is never at home till he hath a God, and till he stands in Gods presence,
A man is never At home till he hath a God, and till he Stands in God's presence,
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and till he hath communion with his God:
and till he hath communion with his God:
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But the natural man, &c. 2. Every lost man is in a false way, in a by-way; his ways are sinfull ways:
But the natural man, etc. 2. Every lost man is in a false Way, in a byway; his ways Are sinful ways:
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The lost man, he is out of the common and known Road;
The lost man, he is out of the Common and known Road;
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he is in the Woods, in the Ditches, in the Deserts, in the Fields, and he goes from one strange place to another strange place. O man!
he is in the Woods, in the Ditches, in the Deserts, in the Fields, and he Goes from one strange place to Another strange place. O man!
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whilest thou walkest after thy sins, whilest thou runnest from sin to sin, whiles thy way and course of Life is in the fulfilling and following of thy Lusts, assuredly thou art a lost man. 3. Didst thou ever yet return to God? If not,
whilst thou walkest After thy Sins, whilst thou runnest from since to since, while thy Way and course of Life is in the fulfilling and following of thy Lustiest, assuredly thou art a lost man. 3. Didst thou ever yet return to God? If not,
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then as yet thou art in a lost condition.
then as yet thou art in a lost condition.
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O consider this, consider it seriously, When didst thou return? How didst thou return? Wherein didst thou return back unto thy God? Is not he lost, who is still losing of himself? who still goes on in his Wilderness? And this thou doest;
O Consider this, Consider it seriously, When didst thou return? How didst thou return? Wherein didst thou return back unto thy God? Is not he lost, who is still losing of himself? who still Goes on in his Wilderness? And this thou dost;
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where thou wast twenty years ago, there thou art still. That a lost sinner may be found.
where thou wast twenty Years ago, there thou art still. That a lost sinner may be found.
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[ This my son was lost, and is found ] In Scripture there is a two-fold finding. 1. We are said to find God: [ This my son was lost, and is found ] In Scripture there is a twofold finding. 1. We Are said to find God:
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Seek the Lord, while he may be found, Isa. 55. 6. I found him whom my soul loveth, Cant. 3. 4. 2. God is said to find us.Seek the Lord, while he may be found, Isaiah 55. 6. I found him whom my soul loves, Cant 3. 4. 2. God is said to find us.
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Now God finds a sinner two ways: 1. Judicially, and in wrath, ad evertendum; 2. Graciously,
Now God finds a sinner two ways: 1. Judicially, and in wrath, ad evertendum; 2. Graciously,
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and in mercy, ad convertendum. Here three Questions offer themselves to be discussed.
and in mercy, ad convertendum. Here three Questions offer themselves to be discussed.
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Quest. 1. Who is it that finds a lost sinner? Sol. The Answer is easie; It is God onely.
Quest. 1. Who is it that finds a lost sinner? Sol. The Answer is easy; It is God only.
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I will seek that which was lost, Ezek. 34. 16. It was he who found Abraham in Caldea amongst the Idolaters,I will seek that which was lost, Ezekiel 34. 16. It was he who found Abraham in Chaldea among the Idolaters,
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and David among the sheep-folds, and Manasses among the thorns and bushes, and Paul in the way to Damascus, and Matthew at the receit of Custome,
and David among the sheepfolds, and Manasses among the thorns and Bushes, and Paul in the Way to Damascus, and Matthew At the receipt of Custom,
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and the Israelites in their bloud, and Mary Magdalene in her uncleanness. The sinner cannot find himself;
and the Israelites in their blood, and Marry Magdalene in her uncleanness. The sinner cannot find himself;
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he can lose himself, but he cannot find himself; he can wander, but he cannot return of himself:
he can loose himself, but he cannot find himself; he can wander, but he cannot return of himself:
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Avertere a De•, man can do that; but convertere ad Deum, man cannot do this. Man loves to wander;Avertere a De•, man can do that; but convertere ad God, man cannot do this. Man loves to wander;
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but to come back, man hath neither will nor power. No man can •ind a lost sinner.
but to come back, man hath neither will nor power. No man can •ind a lost sinner.
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He may find a lost sinner, by way of discovery, but he cannot find him by way of recovery;
He may find a lost sinner, by Way of discovery, but he cannot find him by Way of recovery;
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I may discover, but not recover; 2. Bewail, but not prevail; 3. give Counsel, but not give Grace: I may see one running from God,
I may discover, but not recover; 2. Bewail, but not prevail; 3. give Counsel, but not give Grace: I may see one running from God,
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but I cannot bring him back to God;
but I cannot bring him back to God;
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I may see him wandring to Hell, but I cannot set his heart to turn back to Heaven;
I may see him wandering to Hell, but I cannot Set his heart to turn back to Heaven;
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and I may bewail a lost sinner, yet I cannot prevail upon a lost sinner;
and I may bewail a lost sinner, yet I cannot prevail upon a lost sinner;
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and I can give him counsel to come home, but I cannot give him grace to come home:
and I can give him counsel to come home, but I cannot give him grace to come home:
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It is God, God onely, who can find a lost sinner.
It is God, God only, who can find a lost sinner.
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Quis ovem perdicam requirere debeat, nonne qui perdidit, quis perdidit? nonne qui habuit? Quis habuit, nonne qui •ecit. Quis ovem perdicam requirere debeat, nonne qui perdidit, quis perdidit? nonne qui Habuit? Quis Habuit, nonne qui •ecit.
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So Tertullian appositely, He onely that made man, he onely it is who can find the sinner.
So Tertullian appositely, He only that made man, he only it is who can find the sinner.
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Quest. 2. How God finds a lost sinner? Sol. There are seven Acts of God, which are conversant about the finding of a lost sinner. 1. He is moved with compassion towards him;
Quest. 2. How God finds a lost sinner? Sol. There Are seven Acts of God, which Are conversant about the finding of a lost sinner. 1. He is moved with compassion towards him;
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the Lord pities such a sinner:
the Lord pities such a sinner:
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Alas, saith God, this poor, ignorant, foolish man, is gone from me, the fountain of his life;
Alas, Says God, this poor, ignorant, foolish man, is gone from me, the fountain of his life;
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lo, how his lusts deceive him, how Satan rules him, how he wanders up and down in vanity;
lo, how his Lustiest deceive him, how Satan rules him, how he wanders up and down in vanity;
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he is quite out of the way of his happiness; he is running towards hell, but perceives it not;
he is quite out of the Way of his happiness; he is running towards hell, but perceives it not;
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he is undoing and destroying his immortal soul, but observes it not; he knows not whether he goes;
he is undoing and destroying his immortal soul, but observes it not; he knows not whither he Goes;
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he is undone for ever, if I stay him not, if I turn him not. 2. He intends good to this particular lost sinner.
he is undone for ever, if I stay him not, if I turn him not. 2. He intends good to this particular lost sinner.
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I will surely have mercy on him.
I will surely have mercy on him.
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I have seen his ways, and will heal him. I know the thoughts that I think towards him, thoughts of good, and not of evil. I have seen his ways, and will heal him. I know the thoughts that I think towards him, thoughts of good, and not of evil.
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I will glorifie all my mercy and goodness in this very sinner;
I will Glorify all my mercy and Goodness in this very sinner;
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I will not suffer him to run on thus, I will look after him, I will bring him home to my self,
I will not suffer him to run on thus, I will look After him, I will bring him home to my self,
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and save him. 3. He sends out after him; one servant, and another servant; one Minister, and another Minister:
and save him. 3. He sends out After him; one servant, and Another servant; one Minister, and Another Minister:
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Go, saith God, to such a Parish, and to such a Family, and preach, and make enquiry, Is there not such a miserable sinner here? is there not such a lost man there? one that is gone from his Fathers house? one that hath spent all in riotous living? Is there never a man here, who hath departed from God, lived without God, run all his life in sinfull, loose, base courses of disobedience,
Go, Says God, to such a Parish, and to such a Family, and preach, and make enquiry, Is there not such a miserable sinner Here? is there not such a lost man there? one that is gone from his Father's house? one that hath spent all in riotous living? Is there never a man Here, who hath departed from God, lived without God, run all his life in sinful, lose, base courses of disobedience,
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and would now be glad of mercy? This is the general seeking of a lost sinner. 4. He makes a privy search after him;
and would now be glad of mercy? This is the general seeking of a lost sinner. 4. He makes a privy search After him;
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for (perhaps) the general Hue and Cry will not find the sinner, and therefore the Lord makes a privy search:
for (perhaps) the general Hue and Cry will not find the sinner, and Therefore the Lord makes a privy search:
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As to find out Achan, there was Tribe searched by Tribe, and Family by Family, and Person by Person;
As to find out achan, there was Tribe searched by Tribe, and Family by Family, and Person by Person;
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and thus doth the Lord in finding of a lost sinner; He comes more distinctly, and his Word or Afflictions draw after this sinner more personally;
and thus does the Lord in finding of a lost sinner; He comes more distinctly, and his Word or Afflictions draw After this sinner more personally;
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they light at his door, (upon his person) and knock, and enquire, Art not thou the man? doth not the lost sinner abide here? Art not thou he who hast lived ignorantly,
they Light At his door, (upon his person) and knock, and inquire, Art not thou the man? does not the lost sinner abide Here? Art not thou he who haste lived ignorantly,
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or pro•anely, and gone astray from thy God? 5. He lights on him at length:
or pro•anely, and gone astray from thy God? 5. He lights on him At length:
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And then the Lord lights on a lost sinner, when he actuates and quickens Conscience in him, which now can be silent no longer,
And then the Lord lights on a lost sinner, when he actuates and quickens Conscience in him, which now can be silent no longer,
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but cries out, Lord, here he is;
but cries out, Lord, Here he is;
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Here is the Swearer, Drunkard, Whoremonger, Sabbath-breaker, &c. And now out comes the lost sinner, with a trembling heart,
Here is the Swearer, Drunkard, Whoremonger, Sabbath breaker, etc. And now out comes the lost sinner, with a trembling heart,
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and a guilt-smiting spirit, Lord, who is it that you look for? do you look after a sinner, a lost sinner? I am the man you look for:
and a guilt-smiting Spirit, Lord, who is it that you look for? do you look After a sinner, a lost sinner? I am the man you look for:
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Oh I have sinned, I have wandred, I have been lost all my Oh I have sinned, I have wandred, I have been lost all my days;
O I have sinned, I have wandered, I have been lost all my O I have sinned, I have wandered, I have been lost all my days;
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What shall I say unto thee, O thou preserver of men? or what shall I do? Oh! if thou takest not pity on me,What shall I say unto thee, Oh thou preserver of men? or what shall I do? Oh! if thou Takest not pity on me,
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if thou shewest not mercy unto me, I perish, I die, I am lost for ever.
if thou shewest not mercy unto me, I perish, I die, I am lost for ever.
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6. He deals with this sinner to return and come back unto him. Hos. 14. 1. O Israel, return unto the Lord thy God;
6. He deals with this sinner to return and come back unto him. Hos. 14. 1. Oh Israel, return unto the Lord thy God;
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for thou hast fallen by thine iniquity. for thou haste fallen by thine iniquity.
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And there are four ways which the Lord useth to prevail upon a lost sinner, to turn back unto him:
And there Are four ways which the Lord uses to prevail upon a lost sinner, to turn back unto him:
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1. By Expostulation: What have I been unto thee, or what have I done unto thee, 1. By Expostulation: What have I been unto thee, or what have I done unto thee,
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or what iniquity hast thou found in me, that thou hast all this while departed from me? Was not I the God that formed thee? the Father that brought thee forth? the Master that fed thee,
or what iniquity hast thou found in me, that thou hast all this while departed from me? Was not I the God that formed thee? the Father that brought thee forth? the Master that fed thee,
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and took care of thee? Was there not goodness, and kindness, and fulness enough in me? why hast thou dealt thus unkindly with me? 2. By Conviction of his wandring condition, with the baseness and miserableness thereof.
and took care of thee? Was there not Goodness, and kindness, and fullness enough in me? why hast thou dealt thus unkindly with me? 2. By Conviction of his wandering condition, with the baseness and miserableness thereof.
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These are thy ways, and these have been thy doings, and what profit hast thou by those things whereof thou art or mayest be now ashamed? Why!
These Are thy ways, and these have been thy doings, and what profit hast thou by those things whereof thou art or Mayest be now ashamed? Why!
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what hast thou got by all thy sinfull wandrings? See how naked thou art of all spiritual good,
what hast thou god by all thy sinful wanderings? See how naked thou art of all spiritual good,
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how shamefull thy course hath been: Is the Wilderness a place for a Child? How poor and undone thou art! Thou hast spent all;
how shameful thy course hath been: Is the Wilderness a place for a Child? How poor and undone thou art! Thou hast spent all;
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and if thou continuest in thy sinfull ways, thou wilt certainly perish with hunger: Sin hath been thy loss;
and if thou Continuest in thy sinful ways, thou wilt Certainly perish with hunger: since hath been thy loss;
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and if thou return not, it w•ll certainly be thy ruine.
and if thou return not, it w•ll Certainly be thy ruin.
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Return, O lost Sinner, return, return, why wilt thou die and perish for ever? 3. By Propositions of Mercy: As S. John ran after that young lost man of Jerusalem, crying unto him, Return, my son, return;
Return, Oh lost Sinner, return, return, why wilt thou die and perish for ever? 3. By Propositions of Mercy: As S. John ran After that young lost man of Jerusalem, crying unto him, Return, my son, return;
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Christ will yet accept of thee, Christ will yet shew thee mercy. So doth the Lord God, when he would bring back a lost sinner;
christ will yet accept of thee, christ will yet show thee mercy. So does the Lord God, when he would bring back a lost sinner;
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Return, saith he, and live, return and live. Return, Says he, and live, return and live.
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Ezek. 18. 32. Though thou hast forgot the Duty of a Child, yet I have not put off the Affection of a Father:
Ezekiel 18. 32. Though thou hast forgotten the Duty of a Child, yet I have not put off the Affection of a Father:
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I am that Father, in whose house there is bread enough, and to spare; Do but come back unto me, and all shall be well:
I am that Father, in whose house there is bred enough, and to spare; Do but come back unto me, and all shall be well:
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Canst thou live without Bread? canst thou live without my Mercy? Mercy shall be thine,
Canst thou live without Bred? Canst thou live without my Mercy? Mercy shall be thine,
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if thou wilt return from thy lost and sinfull courses. 4. By directing him into the way of coming back:
if thou wilt return from thy lost and sinful courses. 4. By directing him into the Way of coming back:
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As 1. With mournfull confession of his sins. Hos. 14. 2. Take with you words, and return unto the Lord;
As 1. With mournful Confessi of his Sins. Hos. 14. 2. Take with you words, and return unto the Lord;
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say unto him, Take away iniquity, and receive us graciously. 2. With penitential reformation. Isa. 55. 7. Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts,
say unto him, Take away iniquity, and receive us graciously. 2. With penitential Reformation. Isaiah 55. 7. Let the wicked forsake his Way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts,
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and let him return unto the Lord, and he will have mercy on him, and to our God,
and let him return unto the Lord, and he will have mercy on him, and to our God,
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for he will abundantly pardon. 3. With believing application: Thou must go, saith God, to my Son;for he will abundantly pardon. 3. With believing application: Thou must go, Says God, to my Son;
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for he is the way and the life, and he came to seek and to save that which was lost. Seventhly:
for he is the Way and the life, and he Come to seek and to save that which was lost. Seventhly:
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Now, notwithstanding all this, the lost sinner is not perfectly found, and therefore the Lord doth one thing more; Now, notwithstanding all this, the lost sinner is not perfectly found, and Therefore the Lord does one thing more;
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he doth with this lost sinner, as the shepherd did with the lost sheep, who took him on his shoulders, and brought him home:
he does with this lost sinner, as the shepherd did with the lost sheep, who took him on his shoulders, and brought him home:
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So the Lord lays hold on this poor lost soul, by his Almighty Spirit of Grace,
So the Lord lays hold on this poor lost soul, by his Almighty Spirit of Grace,
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and puts into him a returning heart, an other heart, and makes him willing and glad to leave his sinfull wayes,and puts into him a returning heart, an other heart, and makes him willing and glad to leave his sinful ways,
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and to return to himself, and to implore his reconciled favour and acceptance in Jesus Christ:
and to return to himself, and to implore his reconciled favour and acceptance in jesus christ:
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Which being done, now is the lost sinner found indeed;
Which being done, now is the lost sinner found indeed;
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for then, and then onely is a lost sinner found, when he, in truth, turns back to God,
for then, and then only is a lost sinner found, when he, in truth, turns back to God,
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and enjoys him as his reconciled God in Christ. Jer. 3. 22. Return, ye back-sliding children:
and enjoys him as his reconciled God in christ. Jer. 3. 22. Return, you backsliding children:
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Behold, we come unto thee, for thou art the Lord our God. Behold, we come unto thee, for thou art the Lord our God.
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Quest. 3. Why doth God thus look after and find a lost sinner? Sol. The Reasons may be these. 1. Although the sinner be not worth the looking after, yet the soul of a sinner is worth the looking after.
Quest. 3. Why does God thus look After and find a lost sinner? Sol. The Reasons may be these. 1. Although the sinner be not worth the looking After, yet the soul of a sinner is worth the looking After.
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The sinner is the Devils creature, but the soul is Gods creature, (The soul that I have made, saith God, Isa. 57. 16.) The lost sheep was worth the looking after,
The sinner is the Devils creature, but the soul is God's creature, (The soul that I have made, Says God, Isaiah 57. 16.) The lost sheep was worth the looking After,
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and so was the lost groat; surely then a lost soul is worth the looking after, which is, at least, of as much value as a lost Groat.
and so was the lost groat; surely then a lost soul is worth the looking After, which is, At least, of as much valve as a lost Groat.
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Christ (saith Theophylact on Matth. 18.) was the man who left the Ninety nine sheep, christ (Says Theophylact on Matthew 18.) was the man who left the Ninety nine sheep,
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and lookt after one lost sheep;
and looked After one lost sheep;
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he left the the society of Angels in Heaven, to find one lost Soul on Earth.
he left thee the society of Angels in Heaven, to find one lost Soul on Earth.
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O, the Soul of Man is a precious, a valuable Substance, made only by God,
O, the Soul of Man is a precious, a valuable Substance, made only by God,
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and fit only to match and converse with God. 2. As God knows the worth of a soul, so God knows the loss of a Soul: O Sirs!
and fit only to match and converse with God. 2. As God knows the worth of a soul, so God knows the loss of a Soul: Oh Sirs!
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we make little account of losing souls; but verily no loss like the loss of a soul:
we make little account of losing Souls; but verily no loss like the loss of a soul:
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As Christ spake of the fall of that house, The fall thereof was great, that's true of the loss of a soul, the loss thereof is very great.
As christ spoke of the fallen of that house, The fallen thereof was great, that's true of the loss of a soul, the loss thereof is very great.
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A man, in the event, loseth nothing, though he loseth all the world, if his soul be not lost:
A man, in the event, loses nothing, though he loses all the world, if his soul be not lost:
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But if the soul be lost, all is lost, all is lost to an eternity; and therefore the Lord, out of unspeakable pity, looks after a lost sinner.
But if the soul be lost, all is lost, all is lost to an eternity; and Therefore the Lord, out of unspeakable pity, looks After a lost sinner.
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3. Jesus Christ hath laid down a price for some souls, and Jesus Christ shall see of the travel of his soul, he shall have his purchase to the full value. 4. God will have some to magnifie the riches of his glorious Grace, and Love, 3. jesus christ hath laid down a price for Some Souls, and jesus christ shall see of the travel of his soul, he shall have his purchase to the full valve. 4. God will have Some to magnify the riches of his glorious Grace, and Love,
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and Kindness, and Mercy, yea, and to enjoy eternal Glory with himself; therefore he will find some lost sinners:
and Kindness, and Mercy, yea, and to enjoy Eternal Glory with himself; Therefore he will find Some lost Sinners:
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For no sinner but a found sinner, can either glorifie God, or be glorified with him.
For no sinner but a found sinner, can either Glorify God, or be glorified with him.
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The first Use shall be for Examination of our selves, Whether our lost souls be found thus of God,
The First Use shall be for Examination of our selves, Whither our lost Souls be found thus of God,
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or no? I will propound unto you, 1. Some Arguments or Motives to put you upon this Trial. 2. Then the Trials or Characters of a person whom God in mercy hath found.
or no? I will propound unto you, 1. some Arguments or Motives to put you upon this Trial. 2. Then the Trials or Characters of a person whom God in mercy hath found.
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The Arguments which may move us to a serious Trial, whether we be found persons, or no, are these: 1. Every man is lost, but every man is not found:
The Arguments which may move us to a serious Trial, whither we be found Persons, or no, Are these: 1. Every man is lost, but every man is not found:
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All are lost, but few are found; the way of sin is general, but the way of mercy is special:
All Are lost, but few Are found; the Way of since is general, but the Way of mercy is special:
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Mat. 7. 13. Wide is the gate, and broad is the way that leadeth to destruction, Mathew 7. 13. Wide is the gate, and broad is the Way that leads to destruction,
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and many there be that go in thereat. and many there be that go in thereat.
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v. 14. But strait is the gate, and narrow is the way that leadeth unto life,
v. 14. But strait is the gate, and narrow is the Way that leads unto life,
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and •ew there be that •ind it. You read of a general complaint, They are all gone out of the way; and •ew there be that •ind it. You read of a general complaint, They Are all gone out of the Way;
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but you read not of a general acclamation, They are all returned into the way.
but you read not of a general acclamation, They Are all returned into the Way.
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Take the way of finding a lost sinner, and bringing him home to God, either 1. by Repentance: Why!
Take the Way of finding a lost sinner, and bringing him home to God, either 1. by Repentance: Why!
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the number of sinners is exceeding large, but the number of repenting sinners is very scant.
the number of Sinners is exceeding large, but the number of repenting Sinners is very scant.
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As he said once of an Army, Here are many Men, but few Souldiers; so may it be said in this case:
As he said once of an Army, Here Are many Men, but few Soldiers; so may it be said in this case:
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Sinners are like the Sands in the sea, very numerous;
Sinners Are like the Sands in the sea, very numerous;
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but Penitent Sinners are like Pear•s in thesea, very rare and precious. 2. By Faith: All are sinners,
but Penitent Sinners Are like Pear•s in Theseus, very rare and precious. 2. By Faith: All Are Sinners,
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but few, very few are •rue believers: Historical Faith, though it be a common faith, yet it is not very common;
but few, very few Are •rue believers: Historical Faith, though it be a Common faith, yet it is not very Common;
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Who hath believed our report? They are the •ewest part of the world, who do credere Christum, believe that there is a Christ;Who hath believed our report? They Are the •ewest part of the world, who do Believe Christ, believe that there is a christ;
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but how few, even of these, do credere in Christum, believe in Christ? And Men are never found, till Faith be found in them.
but how few, even of these, do Believe in Christ, believe in christ? And Men Are never found, till Faith be found in them.
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2. It is a very bad, and a very sad condition, not to be found out of, but to be found still in a lost condition:
2. It is a very bad, and a very sad condition, not to be found out of, but to be found still in a lost condition:
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If it were no more but this, That such a person cannot find himself under the clasp or compass of any saving mercy, this were heavy:
If it were no more but this, That such a person cannot find himself under the clasp or compass of any Saving mercy, this were heavy:
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To be in a D•sert, and not to know that ever he shall come alive out of it;
To be in a D•sert, and not to know that ever he shall come alive out of it;
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to be in the Ocean, and not to know that ever he shall come safe to Land;
to be in the Ocean, and not to know that ever he shall come safe to Land;
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to be in a sinfull condition, and not to know whe•her ever Divine Mercy will pull him out of this condition:
to be in a sinful condition, and not to know whe•her ever Divine Mercy will pull him out of this condition:
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Yet this is the case of a lost sinner; he cannot tell whether ever Divine Mercy will look after him, or no;
Yet this is the case of a lost sinner; he cannot tell whither ever Divine Mercy will look After him, or no;
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perhaps it will, perhaps it will not.
perhaps it will, perhaps it will not.
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But besides this, let's consider what may find that lost sinner, whom Divine Mercy hath not yet effectually and graciously found. 1. All external miseries may suddenly •ind him.
But beside this, let's Consider what may find that lost sinner, whom Divine Mercy hath not yet effectually and graciously found. 1. All external misery's may suddenly •ind him.
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Adam run away from God, and what did he find? and Jonah, and what did he find? All losses may speedily befal a lost person; Adam run away from God, and what did he find? and Jonah, and what did he find? All losses may speedily befall a lost person;
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Safety is at home, and Dangers abroad:
Safety is At home, and Dangers abroad:
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In how many dangers is the lost sheep upon the mountains? In how many perils is the lost man in the wilderness? they may become an easie prey to all devouring beasts,
In how many dangers is the lost sheep upon the Mountains? In how many perils is the lost man in the Wilderness? they may become an easy prey to all devouring beasts,
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and are oft times forced to eat up themselves to preserve themselves. A lost, impenitent, unconverted sinner, is sure of no mercy;
and Are oft times forced to eat up themselves to preserve themselves. A lost, impenitent, unconverted sinner, is sure of no mercy;
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and he is naked, and exposed to all misery.
and he is naked, and exposed to all misery.
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In the fulness of his sufficiency (saith Zophar, Job 20. 22.) he shall be in streights, every hand of the wicked shall come upon him, v. 23. When he is about to fill his belly, God shall cast the fury of his wrath upon him,In the fullness of his sufficiency (Says Zophar, Job 20. 22.) he shall be in straights, every hand of the wicked shall come upon him, v. 23. When he is about to fill his belly, God shall cast the fury of his wrath upon him,
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and shall rain it upon him while he is eating. 2. A guilty and amazing Conscience may quickly find him;
and shall rain it upon him while he is eating. 2. A guilty and amazing Conscience may quickly find him;
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that inward Hell, as one speaks:
that inward Hell, as one speaks:
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The glistring Sword cometh out of his Gall, terrours are upon him, Job 20. 25. When Judas had lost himself,
The glistering Sword comes out of his Gall, terrors Are upon him, Job 20. 25. When Judas had lost himself,
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how quickly did he find a guilty Conscience? It is an heavy thing, to be found out by that which,
how quickly did he find a guilty Conscience? It is an heavy thing, to be found out by that which,
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as Bernard speaks, is Bailiff, and Jailor, and Witness, and Jury, and Sheriffs, and Judge, and Executioner too.
as Bernard speaks, is Bailiff, and Jailor, and Witness, and Jury, and Sheriffs, and Judge, and Executioner too.
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Every man that finds me will kill me, said Cain, Gen 4. 3. And Death may find thee; Every man that finds me will kill me, said Cain, Gen 4. 3. And Death may find thee;
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to which thou wilt say, as Ahab to the Prophet, Hast thou found me, O mine enemy? And Death may return the Prophets answer unto thee, Yea, I have found thee,
to which thou wilt say, as Ahab to the Prophet, Hast thou found me, Oh mine enemy? And Death may return the prophets answer unto thee, Yea, I have found thee,
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because thou hast sold thy se•f to work evil in the sight of the Lord, 1 Kin. 21. 20. 4. And Gods condemning Judgment will find thee. If thou, O lost sinner, be not now found to thy conversion, God will one day find thee to thy subversion; Because thou hast sold thy se•f to work evil in the sighed of the Lord, 1 Kin. 21. 20. 4. And God's condemning Judgement will find thee. If thou, Oh lost sinner, be not now found to thy conversion, God will one day find thee to thy subversion;
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if Mercy finds thee not to come back to God, Justice shall find thee to cast thee quite away from God.
if Mercy finds thee not to come back to God, justice shall find thee to cast thee quite away from God.
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3. It is an unspeakable joy, if thou canst find that God hath in mercy •ound thy l•st soul.
3. It is an unspeakable joy, if thou Canst find that God hath in mercy •ound thy l•st soul.
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O there are many precious mercies which a found soul doth and may find. 1. Rescuing mercy: He is delivered from Sin and Satan.
Oh there Are many precious Mercies which a found soul does and may find. 1. Rescuing mercy: He is Delivered from since and Satan.
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Is it not a mercy to be freed of a Disease, of a Prison? O what then to be delivered from Sin, from Satan!
Is it not a mercy to be freed of a Disease, of a Prison? O what then to be Delivered from since, from Satan!
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2. Pardoning mercy. That of the Prophet is certainly verified of thee, in Jer. 50. •0. In those days,
2. Pardoning mercy. That of the Prophet is Certainly verified of thee, in Jer. 50. •0. In those days,
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and in that time, saith the Lord, the iniquity of Israel shall be sought for, and there shall be none;
and in that time, Says the Lord, the iniquity of Israel shall be sought for, and there shall be none;
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and the sins of Judah, and they shall not be found: for I will pardon them, &c. 3. Reconciled communion with thy God: and the Sins of Judah, and they shall not be found: for I will pardon them, etc. 3. Reconciled communion with thy God:
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Thou who wast found in Jail before, mayest now be found in thy Fathers house; thou who wast a Vagabond before, art now a Son;
Thou who wast found in Jail before, Mayest now be found in thy Father's house; thou who waste a Vagabond before, art now a Son;
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God hath accepted of thee, thou hast found favour in his eyes, and mayest find free access unto his presence ▪ 4. Nay, If God hath found thee in mercy, it will not be long ere that soul of thine shall be found in Glory.
God hath accepted of thee, thou hast found favour in his eyes, and Mayest find free access unto his presence ▪ 4. Nay, If God hath found thee in mercy, it will not be long ere that soul of thine shall be found in Glory.
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4. Many men do reckon upon it, that they are found, when yet they remain in a lost condition.
4. Many men do reckon upon it, that they Are found, when yet they remain in a lost condition.
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There are three things which discover the mistake of men in this kind. 1. Though they say, that they have found out their sinfull condition,
There Are three things which discover the mistake of men in this kind. 1. Though they say, that they have found out their sinful condition,
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yet still they remain in their sinfull condition. 2. Though they say, that they have found out the true way of life,
yet still they remain in their sinful condition. 2. Though they say, that they have found out the true Way of life,
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yet they cannot be found walking in that way of life. 3. Though they say that God hath found them,
yet they cannot be found walking in that Way of life. 3. Though they say that God hath found them,
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yet you cannot find them to fear this God, nor to love this God, nor to honour and exalt this God;
yet you cannot find them to Fear this God, nor to love this God, nor to honour and exalt this God;
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all the marks of Lostness are upon them, ignorance, blindness, superstition, profaneness, vile wayes, &c.
all the marks of Lostness Are upon them, ignorance, blindness, Superstition, profaneness, vile ways, etc.
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But will some say, How may one know, that God hath found (in converting mercy) his lost soul? This leads me to the second thing, which comprehends the Trials or Characters of a lost soul truly found:
But will Some say, How may one know, that God hath found (in converting mercy) his lost soul? This leads me to the second thing, which comprehends the Trials or Characters of a lost soul truly found:
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And there are Nine infallible Evidences of a lost person graciously found.
And there Are Nine infallible Evidences of a lost person graciously found.
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1. When a lost sinner is found by God, he doth then •ind himself to be utterly lost. Ʋnclean, unclean, said the Leper. 1. When a lost sinner is found by God, he does then •ind himself to be utterly lost. Ʋnclean, unclean, said the Leper.
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Undone, undone, God be mercifull to me a sinner, said the Publican. In me there dwels no good, I am the greatest of sinners, said Paul. God finds us by making us to find our selves.
Undone, undone, God be merciful to me a sinner, said the Publican. In me there dwells no good, I am the greatest of Sinners, said Paul. God finds us by making us to find our selves.
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There is a vast difference twixt 1. A vulgar confession, I am a sinner, all men are sinners;
There is a vast difference betwixt 1. A Vulgar Confessi, I am a sinner, all men Are Sinners;
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2. An experimental conviction, I am the lost sinner, these sins, these my sins have undone me;
2. an experimental conviction, I am the lost sinner, these Sins, these my Sins have undone me;
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I am undone and lost for such a sin, and for such a sin; I perish, I perish, if I get not out of this condition;
I am undone and lost for such a since, and for such a since; I perish, I perish, if I get not out of this condition;
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my God is lost, and my soul will be lost; I am gone from God, I am out of the way of life;
my God is lost, and my soul will be lost; I am gone from God, I am out of the Way of life;
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if I stay here, I die: I perish for hunger, said the found Prodigal. Thou lookest on thy self and state, but how? as sinfull! well;
if I stay Here, I die: I perish for hunger, said the found Prodigal. Thou Lookest on thy self and state, but how? as sinful! well;
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but doest thou look on that thy sinfull estate, as a perishing, as thy perishing condition? as a condition, not a day, not an hour, not a moment more to be stayed in? Doest thou look on it as on the Leak in the Ship,
but dost thou look on that thy sinful estate, as a perishing, as thy perishing condition? as a condition, not a day, not an hour, not a moment more to be stayed in? Dost thou look on it as on the Leak in the Ship,
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as a sinking Leak, as a splitting Rock, as a soul-destroying, murthering, ruining condition? The Lord never finds any man,
as a sinking Leak, as a splitting Rock, as a soul-destroying, murdering, ruining condition? The Lord never finds any man,
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but he finds him and brings him back, so as he shall acknowledge who hath found him, (even a God,) and what hath found him, (even his mercy;) and this will never be acknowledged,
but he finds him and brings him back, so as he shall acknowledge who hath found him, (even a God,) and what hath found him, (even his mercy;) and this will never be acknowledged,
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until God makes us first to see how utterly lost we were;
until God makes us First to see how utterly lost we were;
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that the found sinner may say, 'Twas mercy that pitied me, 'twas mercy that looked after me, 'twas mercy that lighted on me, 'twas mercy which dealt with me, wooed me, overcame me, brought me back, saved me; meer mercy;
that the found sinner may say, 'Twas mercy that pitied me, 'twas mercy that looked After me, 'twas mercy that lighted on me, 'twas mercy which dealt with me, wooed me, overcame me, brought me back, saved me; mere mercy;
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for I was utterly lost, I had perished, if mercy had not recovered me, &c. 2. When God finds a lost sinner, that sinner finds himself without all strength to come back to God.
for I was utterly lost, I had perished, if mercy had not recovered me, etc. 2. When God finds a lost sinner, that sinner finds himself without all strength to come back to God.
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Though you find your selves to have lost your God, yet if you can find strength of your own to bring you back unto your God, assuredly your lost souls are not found:
Though you find your selves to have lost your God, yet if you can find strength of your own to bring you back unto your God, assuredly your lost Souls Are not found:
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For (to speak punctually) no man finds himself lost, who as yet can find any thing in himself to set up himself;
For (to speak punctually) no man finds himself lost, who as yet can find any thing in himself to Set up himself;
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if I yet possess strength, I am not yet lost:
if I yet possess strength, I am not yet lost:
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But a truly and experimentally lost soul, feels in it self not onely a loss of God,
But a truly and experimentally lost soul, feels in it self not only a loss of God,
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but also of power to come forth, to come back to God;
but also of power to come forth, to come back to God;
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Rom. 5. Without strength. It knows not, by its own light, one foot of the way;Rom. 5. Without strength. It knows not, by its own Light, one foot of the Way;
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and when it is made known, alas, it finds no power to stir;
and when it is made known, alas, it finds no power to stir;
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nay, if I might have mercy and heaven upon the freest terms, but for coming home, I am not able to do it.
nay, if I might have mercy and heaven upon the Freest terms, but for coming home, I am not able to do it.
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O how a found lost soul complains! It complains as much of an impotent heart, as of a wandring heart:
O how a found lost soul complains! It complains as much of an impotent heart, as of a wandering heart:
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I cannot come, I cannot turn this wandring heart into the right way; come back to my God I should, but come I cannot;
I cannot come, I cannot turn this wandering heart into the right Way; come back to my God I should, but come I cannot;
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go to Christ I should, but go I cannot;
go to christ I should, but go I cannot;
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if Christ doth not come to me, I shall never be able to come to him;
if christ does not come to me, I shall never be able to come to him;
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if he doth not seek me, I shall never seek him;
if he does not seek me, I shall never seek him;
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i• he finds not me with strength, I shall never find him with comfort and safety.
i• he finds not me with strength, I shall never find him with Comfort and safety.
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3. If God hath indeed found thee, Thou wilt, above all things, desire to be found in Christ.
3. If God hath indeed found thee, Thou wilt, above all things, desire to be found in christ.
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The found soul presently finds a need of Christ, Paul, as soon as mercy found him, would by no means be found in himself,
The found soul presently finds a need of christ, Paul, as soon as mercy found him, would by no means be found in himself,
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but by all means be found in Christ;
but by all means be found in christ;
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That I may be found in him, saith Paul, Phil. 3. 9. There was a Nobleman (one Elyearius) who was supposed to be lost,That I may be found in him, Says Paul, Philip 3. 9. There was a Nobleman (one Elyearius) who was supposed to be lost,
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and his Lady sent up and down to find him;
and his Lady sent up and down to find him;
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One at length meets with him, and tels him how sollicitous his Wife was to find him out;
One At length meets with him, and tells him how solicitous his Wife was to find him out;
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O (answered he) commend me to my Wife, and tell her, That if she desires to find me, she must look for me in the heart of Jesus Christ,
Oh (answered he) commend me to my Wife, and tell her, That if she Desires to find me, she must look for me in the heart of jesus christ,
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for there onely am I to be found.
for there only am I to be found.
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And verily, there is no poor soul, whom God is finding and bringing home to himself, on whom he hath imprinted a true sense of his lostness,
And verily, there is no poor soul, whom God is finding and bringing home to himself, on whom he hath imprinted a true sense of his Lostness,
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but presently the soul cries out, What shall I do? what shall I do to be saved? O that I might have Christ!
but presently the soul cries out, What shall I do? what shall I do to be saved? O that I might have christ!
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and O that I might be found in Jesus Christ!
and Oh that I might be found in jesus christ!
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Remember two things: 1. That the Lord will bring back to himself no soul, but by Jesus Christ:
remember two things: 1. That the Lord will bring back to himself no soul, but by jesus christ:
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Christ is the sinners way to the Father; he is the door by which you are admitted: christ is the Sinners Way to the Father; he is the door by which you Are admitted:
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If ever the Lord casts an eye on thee, or take thee by the hand, it is for his Christ's sake. 2. A lost soul, which is found, finds an absolute need of Jesus Christ:
If ever the Lord Cast an eye on thee, or take thee by the hand, it is for his Christ's sake. 2. A lost soul, which is found, finds an absolute need of jesus christ:
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Nothing out of Christ can make peace, can justifie, can reconcile, can set us straight, can make us accepted.
Nothing out of christ can make peace, can justify, can reconcile, can Set us straight, can make us accepted.
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Had I all other things, and had not Christ, I were still a lost person: Had I the righteousness of Angels, yet if I had not Christ, I were lost;
Had I all other things, and had not christ, I were still a lost person: Had I the righteousness of Angels, yet if I had not christ, I were lost;
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could I mourn, could I repent, could I pray, could I live holily, could I walk exactly, yet I am lost;
could I mourn, could I Repent, could I pray, could I live holily, could I walk exactly, yet I am lost;
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I am still lost, until I get into Christ.
I am still lost, until I get into christ.
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I count all things but loss, for the excellency of the knowledge of Jesus Christ my Lord. I count all things but loss, for the excellency of the knowledge of jesus christ my Lord.
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God will look on me as my Judge, he will look on me as his enemy, he will not own me as a Father,
God will look on me as my Judge, he will look on me as his enemy, he will not own me as a Father,
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as a reconciled Father, but in Christ.
as a reconciled Father, but in christ.
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4. If thy lost soul be truly found, then Jesus Christ may be found in that lost soul of thine.
4. If thy lost soul be truly found, then jesus christ may be found in that lost soul of thine.
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They report of Ignatius, that the Letters of Jesus were found written in his heart:
They report of Ignatius, that the Letters of jesus were found written in his heart:
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This I dare affirm, That the Picture of Christ, the Graces of Christ, the Life of Christ, is to be found in every found man.
This I Dare affirm, That the Picture of christ, the Graces of christ, the Life of christ, is to be found in every found man.
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Paul, Lydia, the Jailor, Christ was sought by them, and found in them.Paul, Lydia, the Jailor, christ was sought by them, and found in them.
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It cannot be, that a sinner should be found, if Christ be not to be found in him. Why!
It cannot be, that a sinner should be found, if christ be not to be found in him. Why!
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if thou be a Christless man, who doubts it, but that thou art a lost man? Now do not deceive thy soul;
if thou be a Christless man, who doubts it, but that thou art a lost man? Now do not deceive thy soul;
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thou canst say, that Christ once was to be found in the Temple, and ▪ Christ once was to be found on the Cross,
thou Canst say, that christ once was to be found in the Temple, and ▪ christ once was to be found on the Cross,
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and Christ is still to be found at the right hand of his Father;
and christ is still to be found At the right hand of his Father;
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but is there not one place more where thou canst find him? hast thou not a heart? Is Christ to be found there, I say, there, in thy heart? I find him in thy Ear when thou hearest,
but is there not one place more where thou Canst find him? hast thou not a heart? Is christ to be found there, I say, there, in thy heart? I find him in thy Ear when thou Hearst,
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and I find him in thy mouth when thou speakest, and thou findest him in thy mind when thou thinkest;
and I find him in thy Mouth when thou Speakest, and thou Findest him in thy mind when thou Thinkest;
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but still I ask, Dost thou find him in thy heart? which loves, which fears, which joys, which delights, which embraceth? O, is Christ in thy heart!
but still I ask, Dost thou find him in thy heart? which loves, which fears, which Joys, which delights, which Embraceth? O, is christ in thy heart!
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what? a found man, and nothing of Christ to be found in thee! I know not, perhaps wilt thou reply.
what? a found man, and nothing of christ to be found in thee! I know not, perhaps wilt thou reply.
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Why this is strange, that Christ should be in thee, and thou never know it! Christ dwels in the broken heart, in the believing heart;
Why this is strange, that christ should be in thee, and thou never know it! christ dwells in the broken heart, in the believing heart;
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Christ lives in him, who onely lives upon Christ.
christ lives in him, who only lives upon christ.
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Christ was a crucified Christ, doth he cru•ifie thy heart? He was a holy Christ, doth he purifie thy heart? He was an humble Christ, doth he abase thy heart? He was a tender Christ, doth he mollifie thy heart? He was a satisfying Christ, doth he pacifie thy heart? He was an obedient Christ, doth he command, doth he lead, doth he rule thy heart? He did for thee, canst thou do for him? He died for thee, canst thou suffer for him? He loved thee, canst thou delight in him?
christ was a Crucified christ, does he cru•ifie thy heart? He was a holy christ, does he purify thy heart? He was an humble christ, does he abase thy heart? He was a tender christ, does he mollify thy heart? He was a satisfying christ, does he pacify thy heart? He was an obedient christ, does he command, does he led, does he Rule thy heart? He did for thee, Canst thou do for him? He died for thee, Canst thou suffer for him? He loved thee, Canst thou delight in him?
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5. If the Lord hath graciously found thy lost soul, and indeed brought it home unto himself, Then thou wilt •ind sufficiency,
5. If the Lord hath graciously found thy lost soul, and indeed brought it home unto himself, Then thou wilt •ind sufficiency,
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an enough at least, in thy Fathers house. an enough At least, in thy Father's house.
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There is enough in God, to allure and draw a sinner home, to keep a sinner at home that he needs not wander abroad, mercy and pleasures for evermore:
There is enough in God, to allure and draw a sinner home, to keep a sinner At home that he needs not wander abroad, mercy and pleasures for evermore:
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This the Prodigal discover'd afar off, even in the birth of his finding; There is bread enough, and to spare.
This the Prodigal discovered afar off, even in the birth of his finding; There is bred enough, and to spare.
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God seems a poor thing, a mean thing, an insufficient thing to a lost man;
God seems a poor thing, a mean thing, an insufficient thing to a lost man;
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and therefore he wanders up and down, and serves his lusts, and begs from the Creatures to make him out some delight, some pleasure, some profit, some subsistence, some contentment:
and Therefore he wanders up and down, and serves his Lustiest, and begs from the Creatures to make him out Some delight, Some pleasure, Some profit, Some subsistence, Some contentment:
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But God is a rich thing, a Fulness; He alone is enough;
But God is a rich thing, a Fullness; He alone is enough;
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One God is enough for my one soul, if my soul indeed be found of him:
One God is enough for my one soul, if my soul indeed be found of him:
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O, he hath Mercy enough for me to save me, Love enough for me to delight me, Pleasure enough for me to comfort me, Dignity enough for me to advance me, Help enough for me to preserve me;
Oh, he hath Mercy enough for me to save me, Love enough for me to delight me, Pleasure enough for me to Comfort me, Dignity enough for me to advance me, Help enough for me to preserve me;
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Happiness enough for me, to save me. If I want Grace, he is the God of Grace;
Happiness enough for me, to save me. If I want Grace, he is the God of Grace;
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if I want Peace, he is the God of Peace; if I want Mercies, he is the Father of Mercies;
if I want Peace, he is the God of Peace; if I want mercies, he is the Father of mercies;
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if I want for Earth, the Earth is the Lords; if I would have Heaven, he is the God of my Salvation.
if I want for Earth, the Earth is the lords; if I would have Heaven, he is the God of my Salvation.
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Now, friend, what say you? hath God found your lost soul? and what hath your soul found in your God? What canst thou say of this God, of his Mercy, Love, Entertainment, Communion? With thee the fatherless findeth mercy;
Now, friend, what say you? hath God found your lost soul? and what hath your soul found in your God? What Canst thou say of this God, of his Mercy, Love, Entertainment, Communion? With thee the fatherless finds mercy;
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Thy favour is better than life; It is good for me to draw near unto God; Thy favour is better than life; It is good for me to draw near unto God;
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canst thou say thus? is there bread enough for thee in thy Fathers house? If so,
Canst thou say thus? is there bred enough for thee in thy Father's house? If so,
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why doest thou yet run away? run abroad to Sin for delight, to the Creature for satisfaction?
why dost thou yet run away? run abroad to since for delight, to the Creature for satisfaction?
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6. If God hath graciously found thee, and brought thee out of thy lost and wandring condition, Thou wilt be afraid to lose thy self again, to wander again, to go astray again from thy God who hath found thee.
6. If God hath graciously found thee, and brought thee out of thy lost and wandering condition, Thou wilt be afraid to loose thy self again, to wander again, to go astray again from thy God who hath found thee.
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There are six things which the found and recovered person doth apprehend: 1. The great iniquity in his formerly lost and wandring course of life. 2. His great vanity all that while, to forsake his own mercies, to sow the wind, and reap the whirlwind.
There Are six things which the found and recovered person does apprehend: 1. The great iniquity in his formerly lost and wandering course of life. 2. His great vanity all that while, to forsake his own Mercies, to sow the wind, and reap the whirlwind.
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What profit had ye in those things whereof ye are now ashamed? Rom. 6. 3. The great kindness and love which God hath manifested towards his lost soul, in bringing him back to himself,What profit had you in those things whereof you Are now ashamed? Rom. 6. 3. The great kindness and love which God hath manifested towards his lost soul, in bringing him back to himself,
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and now to own him as a Father doth a Son ▪ 4. The great ingratitude, to displease that mercy which was pleased to find him. 5. The madness of folly, to return to an experimental misery,
and now to own him as a Father does a Son ▪ 4. The great ingratitude, to displease that mercy which was pleased to find him. 5. The madness of folly, to return to an experimental misery,
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and to forfeit sweet mercy, which he hath liberally tasted since he was found. 6. The great hazard, whether mercy will ever look after him any more, who hath so presumptuously abused mercy received. O no;
and to forfeit sweet mercy, which he hath liberally tasted since he was found. 6. The great hazard, whither mercy will ever look After him any more, who hath so presumptuously abused mercy received. O no;
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the found sinner hath found such freeness, fulness, sweetness of entertainment;
the found sinner hath found such freeness, fullness, sweetness of entertainment;
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such rich mercy, such free love, such wonderfull kindness, that as Peter in another case, (it is good for us to be here;) or as the returning Church, (it is best being with my first Husband;) or as Paul about his being with Christ,
such rich mercy, such free love, such wonderful kindness, that as Peter in Another case, (it is good for us to be Here;) or as the returning Church, (it is best being with my First Husband;) or as Paul about his being with christ,
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so he about continuing and complying with his God, It is best of all.
so he about Continuing and complying with his God, It is best of all.
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And therefore he cries out against all temptations, Shall I return to folly, when God hath spoken peace? shall I sin again,
And Therefore he cries out against all temptations, Shall I return to folly, when God hath spoken peace? shall I sin again,
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since Gad hath given me such a deliverance as this? O no, O no;
since Gad hath given me such a deliverance as this? O no, Oh no;
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Canaan is better then Egypt, Paradise is better then a wilderness, a Fathers House is better then to serve Swine, plenty is better then famine;Canaan is better then Egypt, Paradise is better then a Wilderness, a Father's House is better then to serve Swine, plenty is better then famine;
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Now God smiles on me, and shall I raise his frowns? Now conscience speaks peace, shall I turn this oyle into a Sword? O let me never unjoynt the Bones which mercy at length hath set;
Now God smiles on me, and shall I raise his frowns? Now conscience speaks peace, shall I turn this oil into a Sword? O let me never unjoint the Bones which mercy At length hath Set;
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O let me never darken the Sun, which shines so comfortably; O let me never feed on husks, who may still feed on bread;
Oh let me never darken the Sun, which shines so comfortably; Oh let me never feed on husks, who may still feed on bred;
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O let me never run from a Pallace to a Prison: It was Gods mercy, and my happiness to be rescued out of a lost condition;
Oh let me never run from a Palace to a Prison: It was God's mercy, and my happiness to be rescued out of a lost condition;
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let it never be my sin and curse, to throw my self out of Heaven, to cast my self out of Paradise again,
let it never be my since and curse, to throw my self out of Heaven, to cast my self out of Paradise again,
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for a sins sake which formerly lost me, to depart from mercy, which hath graciously found me.
for a Sins sake which formerly lost me, to depart from mercy, which hath graciously found me.
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7. If a found person doth stray, he cannot be quiet until he be found, and come back again to his God.
7. If a found person does stray, he cannot be quiet until he be found, and come back again to his God.
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I sal. 119. 176. I have gone astray like a lost sheep, seek thy servant: There is this difference twixt the strayings of the Godly, and of the wicked;
I sal. 119. 176. I have gone astray like a lost sheep, seek thy servant: There is this difference betwixt the strayings of the Godly, and of the wicked;
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when a wicked man strayes he is then at home, (sin is his home, and sinful paths are the paths in which he loves to wander;
when a wicked man strays he is then At home, (since is his home, and sinful paths Are the paths in which he loves to wander;
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the mire and dirt are the delightful home of the Swine) and therefore he delights to be abroad,
the mire and dirt Are the delightful home of the Swine) and Therefore he delights to be abroad,
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and cares not to come back again:
and Cares not to come back again:
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But a Godly man, if he strayes, if he sins, he is now from home, he seeth some steps of lostness in every step of sinfulness, his heart is apt presently to smite him for it; Alas!
But a Godly man, if he strays, if he Sins, he is now from home, he sees Some steps of Lostness in every step of sinfulness, his heart is apt presently to smite him for it; Alas!
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what have I done? whether am I going? shall I go again from my Fathers House? what ayled me thus to step aside? I cannot rest thus, I will home again what ever comes of it.
what have I done? whither am I going? shall I go again from my Father's House? what ailed me thus to step aside? I cannot rest thus, I will home again what ever comes of it.
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And back he comes with an ashamed heart, as Ephraim did; and with a mourning heart, as Peter did;
And back he comes with an ashamed heart, as Ephraim did; and with a mourning heart, as Peter did;
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and with a self-judging heart, as David did: O my God, O my Father, I, even I have sinned, sinned again;
and with a Self-judging heart, as David did: Oh my God, Oh my Father, I, even I have sinned, sinned again;
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yet for Christs sake, accept of me again.
yet for Christ sake, accept of me again.
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Me thinks it is with him, just as it is with a poor Child, whom evil company hath seduced from home;
Me thinks it is with him, just as it is with a poor Child, whom evil company hath seduced from home;
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his heart akes, and he slips from them, and under a Bush he sits, and there bethinks himself,
his heart akes, and he slips from them, and under a Bush he sits, and there bethinks himself,
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and sighs, and weeps as if his heart would break; after which he riseth, and home he comes, and steals to the door, and listens, and knocks softly;
and sighs, and weeps as if his heart would break; After which he Riseth, and home he comes, and steals to the door, and listens, and knocks softly;
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and the Servants comes forth, and, say they, where have you been all this while? O, your Father wonders at you!
and the Servants comes forth, and, say they, where have you been all this while? O, your Father wonders At you!
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and hath been much troubled that you have dealt thus with him: Now the child takes on, and is cut to the heart;
and hath been much troubled that you have dealt thus with him: Now the child Takes on, and is Cut to the heart;
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and will not my Father be pacifyed? I know that I have oftended him, and dealt unkindly with him:
and will not my Father be pacified? I know that I have oftended him, and dealt unkindly with him:
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Never had a Child so good a Father; I pray you, speak for me, and tell him, I am without.
Never had a Child so good a Father; I pray you, speak for me, and tell him, I am without.
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Let him come in, saith his Father:
Let him come in, Says his Father:
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In he comes, and falls down, and with floods of tears acknowledges his strayings, and humbly intreats his Father to pass by this wandring,
In he comes, and falls down, and with floods of tears acknowledges his strayings, and humbly intreats his Father to pass by this wandering,
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and to own him again, and to look on him as he was wont to do:
and to own him again, and to look on him as he was wont to do:
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O Sir, (saith he) I cannot live without your favour, nor will I live out of your house.
Oh Sir, (Says he) I cannot live without your favour, nor will I live out of your house.
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Even thus is it with a found Child of God, if he happens to stray and sin, his heart smites him,
Even thus is it with a found Child of God, if he happens to stray and since, his heart smites him,
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and his heart akes; (O saith he) what have I done to deal thus with my good God and Father, I am ashamed and grieved;
and his heart akes; (Oh Says he) what have I done to deal thus with my good God and Father, I am ashamed and grieved;
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To one Minister he goes, and perhaps to another;
To one Minister he Goes, and perhaps to Another;
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Do you think that the Lord will be merciful to me again? Yea, to God he goes,
Do you think that the Lord will be merciful to me again? Yea, to God he Goes,
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and confesseth all, and beseecheth him to deal with him like a Father:
and Confesses all, and Beseecheth him to deal with him like a Father:
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Lord, (saith he) it hath been a woful and bitter time to me, I cannot stand it out;
Lord, (Says he) it hath been a woeful and bitter time to me, I cannot stand it out;
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I come in unto thee, sin is my burthen, and thy displeasure is my burthen: I beseech thee to pardon the trespass of thy servant, and be reconciled unto me,
I come in unto thee, since is my burden, and thy displeasure is my burden: I beseech thee to pardon the trespass of thy servant, and be reconciled unto me,
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and own me with thy favour and mercy once again.
and own me with thy favour and mercy once again.
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8. He who is truly found by Gods Grace and Mercy, doth desire and endeavour to find others,
8. He who is truly found by God's Grace and Mercy, does desire and endeavour to find Others,
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or that others may also be found; J•. or that Others may also be found; J•.
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1. 43, 45. Christ finds Philip, and Philip finds Nathaniel: There is no good man who would pertake of Grace and Heaven alone;
1. 43, 45. christ finds Philip, and Philip finds Nathaniel: There is no good man who would partake of Grace and Heaven alone;
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and there is no wicked man who would enjoy sin and hell alone: Wicked men are like those that are drowning, who catch hold on others;
and there is no wicked man who would enjoy since and hell alone: Wicked men Are like those that Are drowning, who catch hold on Others;
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and every good man is like a Candle, which being lighted holds out light to others;
and every good man is like a Candle, which being lighted holds out Light to Others;
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or like a stick of fire, which being kindled, would kindle more sticks: Good Lord, the same Mercy, the same Grace, the same Christ, the same reconciled God,
or like a stick of fire, which being kindled, would kindle more sticks: Good Lord, the same Mercy, the same Grace, the same christ, the same reconciled God,
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and Father for my poor Child too, and for my poor Husband too, and for my poor Parents too:
and Father for my poor Child too, and for my poor Husband too, and for my poor Parents too:
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O Lord, pity them too, they are lost, and they know not the misery of a lost condition,
Oh Lord, pity them too, they Are lost, and they know not the misery of a lost condition,
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nay, the happiness of a found condition: Good Lord, open their eyes, and bring them home to thy self in Christ.
nay, the happiness of a found condition: Good Lord, open their eyes, and bring them home to thy self in christ.
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And to his friends he goes; O continue not in this condition, you are lost, I was so;
And to his Friends he Goes; Oh continue not in this condition, you Are lost, I was so;
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Return to God, you know not the sweetness of his mercy, of his love. 9. If God hath found thee indeed, Then thou mayst be found in Gods wayes:
Return to God, you know not the sweetness of his mercy, of his love. 9. If God hath found thee indeed, Then thou Mayest be found in God's ways:
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The wayes or course of life which a man leads, plainly discovers whether he be found or lost;
The ways or course of life which a man leads, plainly discovers whither he be found or lost;
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a man that is still lost, he continues in wayes which are loose and lost, which will bring him to everlasting perdition and loss:
a man that is still lost, he continues in ways which Are lose and lost, which will bring him to everlasting perdition and loss:
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A man that is found by Grace, is now, in such wayes as brings Glory to him which finds,
A man that is found by Grace, is now, in such ways as brings Glory to him which finds,
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and also brings him to Glory who is found;
and also brings him to Glory who is found;
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What! talk of being found by Gods mercy, and yet wallowing in thy lusts, still running on in thy sinful base wayes! what!
What! talk of being found by God's mercy, and yet wallowing in thy Lustiest, still running on in thy sinful base ways! what!
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brought back to God, and still running away from God! Assuredly, the found man is to be found in new wayes, in the paths of righteousness and holiness;
brought back to God, and still running away from God! Assuredly, the found man is to be found in new ways, in the paths of righteousness and holiness;
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he is a shamed of his old wayes, and forsakes them:
he is a shamed of his old ways, and forsakes them:
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Paul is not persecuting now, but humbling himself for it, and praying, and preaching, and living to Christ.Paul is not persecuting now, but humbling himself for it, and praying, and preaching, and living to christ.
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The next Use shall be of Exhortation unto a twofold Duty.
The next Use shall be of Exhortation unto a twofold Duty.
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1. To find out your lost condition. 2. To get out of a lost condition. 1. Labour to find out your lost condition: 1. To find out your lost condition. 2. To get out of a lost condition. 1. Labour to find out your lost condition:
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Be convinced, that naturally you are lost men.
Be convinced, that naturally you Are lost men.
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There are two Reasons which may move you to this. 1. The extream pride and self-conceitedness;
There Are two Reasons which may move you to this. 1. The extreme pride and Self-conceitedness;
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the self-conceit, and self-deceit in every sinner; there is no sinner thinks himself so safe and well as the lost sinner:
the self-conceit, and self-deceit in every sinner; there is no sinner thinks himself so safe and well as the lost sinner:
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I have need of nothing (said Laodicea.) I was alive once (said Paul,) We were never in bondage (said the Jews.) 2. You will never seek unto the Lord to bring you out of a lost condition, I have need of nothing (said Laodicea.) I was alive once (said Paul,) We were never in bondage (said the jews.) 2. You will never seek unto the Lord to bring you out of a lost condition,
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until you •ind your selves lost: until you •ind your selves lost:
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Who seeks his bread but the hungry? or asks the way, who thinks himself in the way? or comes home, who is not gone abroad?
Who seeks his bred but the hungry? or asks the Way, who thinks himself in the Way? or comes home, who is not gone abroad?
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Obj. But you will say, how may a man be convinced that his condition is lost? Sol. I answer, there are seven special convictions of it. 1. The fall of mankind in Adam:Object But you will say, how may a man be convinced that his condition is lost? Sol. I answer, there Are seven special convictions of it. 1. The fallen of mankind in Adam:
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Our nature was like a stock deposited in his hand, what he had, we had; what he kept, we kept; when he fell, we fell;
Our nature was like a stock deposited in his hand, what he had, we had; what he kept, we kept; when he fell, we fell;
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and what he lost, we also lost; his condition was not personal, but natural; not particular, but Universal:
and what he lost, we also lost; his condition was not personal, but natural; not particular, but Universal:
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Oh, that Ship is split, that Tree is fallen, that Stock is spent. 2. The Observation of our wayes and pathes:
O, that Ship is split, that Tree is fallen, that Stock is spent. 2. The Observation of our ways and paths:
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do but eye them, and judg of them:
do but eye them, and judge of them:
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As when God opened the eyes of the Syrians, they saw themselves to be in the midst of Samaria; so if God ever open thine eyes, thou wilt see and confess that all thy wayes are but wandrings,
As when God opened the eyes of the Syrians, they saw themselves to be in the midst of Samaria; so if God ever open thine eyes, thou wilt see and confess that all thy ways Are but wanderings,
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and all the time of thy life hath been lost in iniquity, and vanity. 3. The study of the Law:
and all the time of thy life hath been lost in iniquity, and vanity. 3. The study of the Law:
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Ah! When wilt thou read thy self in it!
Ah! When wilt thou read thy self in it!
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thou wilt find thy self many a thousand mile from home, and to have been a long, very long wanderer, a lost and undone person.
thou wilt find thy self many a thousand mile from home, and to have been a long, very long wanderer, a lost and undone person.
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Rom. 7. 9. When the Commandment came, sin revived, and I dyed. 4. A conscience inlightned and quickned:
Rom. 7. 9. When the Commandment Come, since revived, and I died. 4. A conscience enlightened and quickened:
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There is no one faculty in man, which can discover his present condition to him, so certainly and so clearly as Conscience;
There is no one faculty in man, which can discover his present condition to him, so Certainly and so clearly as Conscience;
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Men speak, fancy speaks, corrupted judgment, and reason speak, yea, but what doth conscience speak, in private, on a sick bed, in an imm•ent judgment? 5. The judgment of Godly and experienced Christians, who have known experimentally a lost condition,
Men speak, fancy speaks, corrupted judgement, and reason speak, yea, but what does conscience speak, in private, on a sick Bed, in an imm•ent judgement? 5. The judgement of Godly and experienced Christians, who have known experimentally a lost condition,
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and a found condition. 6. The un-inclination of his spirit to all Communion with God:
and a found condition. 6. The un-inclination of his Spirit to all Communion with God:
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Nay, the very aversness of it thereto. 7. The absolute inexperience of his soul, in the family of God, never yet knowing what such a fathers house doth me•n.
Nay, the very averseness of it thereto. 7. The absolute inexperience of his soul, in the family of God, never yet knowing what such a Father's house does me•n.
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Secondly, When you have found out your lost condition, then strive to get out of it:
Secondly, When you have found out your lost condition, then strive to get out of it:
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O, do not continue in it, either through presumption, that you can quickly come home, or through despair, that God now will never look after you, nor regard you;
Oh, do not continue in it, either through presumption, that you can quickly come home, or through despair, that God now will never look After you, nor regard you;
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But pray the Lord in mercy to turn thy heart, to give thee an heart to come back unto him.
But pray the Lord in mercy to turn thy heart, to give thee an heart to come back unto him.
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Obj. But I have wandered so long, that I shall never be accepted, nor welcomed, although I should come back. Sol. Say not so:Object But I have wandered so long, that I shall never be accepted, nor welcomed, although I should come back. Sol. Say not so:
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But consider well of these ensuing particulars. 1. The Lord saith, That he hath been found of them that sought him not;
But Consider well of these ensuing particulars. 1. The Lord Says, That he hath been found of them that sought him not;
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and will he not then be found of them that return and seek him? Si peccanti, quid penitenti, si erranti quid qu•renti? If he looks after thee then, will he not look on thee now? 2. There was never awandering lost Soul, that ever returned back to his Fathers House,
and will he not then be found of them that return and seek him? Si Sinning, quid penitenti, si erranti quid qu•renti? If he looks After thee then, will he not look on thee now? 2. There was never awandering lost Soul, that ever returned back to his Father's House,
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but the door hath been opened to him, and he hath found mercy;but the door hath been opened to him, and he hath found mercy;
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the Prodigal here, Manasses, Paul &c. 3. If thou hast a heart to turn home, it is a certain sign that God intends thee mercy;
the Prodigal Here, Manasses, Paul etc. 3. If thou hast a heart to turn home, it is a certain Signen that God intends thee mercy;
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he hath put returning thoughts in thee, because he hath already contrived thoughts of mercy towards thee.
he hath put returning thoughts in thee, Because he hath already contrived thoughts of mercy towards thee.
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We love him, because he loved us first; We love him, Because he loved us First;
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we turn to him, because he first turned to us. 4. The Lord God hath sent Jesus Christ from Heaven, to look after,
we turn to him, Because he First turned to us. 4. The Lord God hath sent jesus christ from Heaven, to look After,
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and to find, and to save that which was lost: Now, though thou canst not expect to find the door opened for thine own sake;and to find, and to save that which was lost: Now, though thou Canst not expect to find the door opened for thine own sake;
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yet thou shalt see the door open, and the Armes of Mercy open to thee,
yet thou shalt see the door open, and the Arms of Mercy open to thee,
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for Christs sake. 5. How many messengers and servants hath God, and doth God still send after, which cry earnestly unto thee, Come back, return and live? Thus the Gospel cries,
for Christ sake. 5. How many messengers and Servants hath God, and does God still send After, which cry earnestly unto thee, Come back, return and live? Thus the Gospel cries,
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thus Conscience cries, thus all thy mercies cry, thus all thy afflictions cry: If God be yet seeking after thee, thou mayst yet be found;
thus Conscience cries, thus all thy Mercies cry, thus all thy afflictions cry: If God be yet seeking After thee, thou Mayest yet be found;
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and if thou wilt seek, and wait a while, thy poor lost soul shall also be found. 6. God hath chalked out the wayes and steps of returning home to him. 7. God hath found men in their blood,
and if thou wilt seek, and wait a while, thy poor lost soul shall also be found. 6. God hath chalked out the ways and steps of returning home to him. 7. God hath found men in their blood,
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and hath said unto them, Live. Ezek. 6.and hath said unto them, Live. Ezekiel 6.
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For this my Son was dead, and is alive again. These words do hold forth a pithy description of a sinners conversion;
For this my Son was dead, and is alive again. These words do hold forth a pithy description of a Sinners conversion;
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that is, a passage from death to life; or a mutation from a dead condition, into a living condition;
that is, a passage from death to life; or a mutation from a dead condition, into a living condition;
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the estate of sin is a dead estate, yea, a deadly estate; and the state of Grace, is a living estate, yea, a lively estate.
the estate of since is a dead estate, yea, a deadly estate; and the state of Grace, is a living estate, yea, a lively estate.
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There any many Doctrinal Propositions, which are couched in these words: As 1. That an impenitent, or unconverted man, is a dead man:
There any many Doctrinal Propositions, which Are couched in these words: As 1. That an impenitent, or unconverted man, is a dead man:
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[ This my Son was dead ] 2. That when a sinner is converted, he is then made a live:[ This my Son was dead ] 2. That when a sinner is converted, he is then made a live:
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[ And is alive ] 3. That God doth sometimes convert a very great and notorious sinner:[ And is alive ] 3. That God does sometime convert a very great and notorious sinner:
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[ This, this my Son ] 4. That great afflictions are sometimes the means of a great sinners Conversion:[ This, this my Son ] 4. That great afflictions Are sometime the means of a great Sinners Conversion:
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[ This my Son was ] 5. That there is an almighty power, required to convert or change a sinner [ As much as to make a dead man to live.[ This my Son was ] 5. That there is an almighty power, required to convert or change a sinner [ As much as to make a dead man to live.
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] 6. That true Conversion is a very great and conspicuous alteration: (No change is like that from death to life.) 7. That true Conversion is an inward, or a soul-alteration;
] 6. That true Conversion is a very great and conspicuous alteration: (No change is like that from death to life.) 7. That true Conversion is an inward, or a soul-alteration;
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not of cloaths, or painting: (It is the putting of life into a dead man.) 8. That a sinner contributes nothing at all towards his Conversion,
not of clothes, or painting: (It is the putting of life into a dead man.) 8. That a sinner contributes nothing At all towards his Conversion,
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but Conversion of a sinner, is the sole work of a God; (for it is God only, who can quicken the dead, no dead man can make himself alive.) 9. That the Lord takes notice of every condition of man (of the Prodigals former condition, he was dead, and of his present condition,
but Conversion of a sinner, is the sole work of a God; (for it is God only, who can quicken the dead, no dead man can make himself alive.) 9. That the Lord Takes notice of every condition of man (of the Prodigals former condition, he was dead, and of his present condition,
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but he is alive again.) 10. That the Lord doth own every converted person, as a Father owns a Son: [ This my Son. ]
but he is alive again.) 10. That the Lord does own every converted person, as a Father owns a Son: [ This my Son. ]
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1. That an impenitent or unconverted man is a dead man [ This my Son was dead ] The sinner is in Scripture sometimes stiled, A fallen man.
1. That an impenitent or unconverted man is a dead man [ This my Son was dead ] The sinner is in Scripture sometime styled, A fallen man.
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Hos. 14. 1. Thou hast fallen by thine iniquity: Yea, but this fall is a deadly fall;Hos. 14. 1. Thou hast fallen by thine iniquity: Yea, but this fallen is a deadly fallen;
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not like Eutychu 's Fall, Acts 20. 29. in whom yet there was life, vers. 10. But like Ahaziah 's Fall, which was deadly to him, 2 Kings 1. 4. A diseased man, (Isa. 1. 6. From the sole of the soot even to the head, there is no soundness) but this disease is a deadly disease;
not like Eutychu is Fallen, Acts 20. 29. in whom yet there was life, vers. 10. But like Ahaziah is Fallen, which was deadly to him, 2 Kings 1. 4. A diseased man, (Isaiah 1. 6. From the sole of the soot even to the head, there is no soundness) but this disease is a deadly disease;
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and therefore sin is called the Plague of the heart, 1 Kings 8. No disease is so deadly as the Plague,
and Therefore since is called the Plague of the heart, 1 Kings 8. No disease is so deadly as the Plague,
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and no Plague is so deadly as the Plague in the heart.
and no Plague is so deadly as the Plague in the heart.
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A wounded man (Luk. 10. 30. A certain man fell among Theeves, who wo•nded him.) But this wound is a deadly wound,
A wounded man (Luk. 10. 30. A certain man fell among Thieves, who wo•nded him.) But this wound is a deadly wound,
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like that which the King of Babilon gave to Pharaoh, which made him groan with the groanings of a deadly wounded man, Ezek. 30. 24. An inthralled man. 2 Pet. 2. 19. Of whom a man is overcome, of the same he is brought in Bondage;
like that which the King of Babylon gave to Pharaoh, which made him groan with the groanings of a deadly wounded man, Ezekiel 30. 24. an enthralled man. 2 Pet. 2. 19. Of whom a man is overcome, of the same he is brought in Bondage;
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But this Bondage is a deadly Bondage;
But this Bondage is a deadly Bondage;
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whether of sin unto death (saith the Apostle) of the servants of sin, Rom. 6. 16. A dead man;whither of since unto death (Says the Apostle) of the Servants of since, Rom. 6. 16. A dead man;
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and this is the highest, unless you say, a damned man; frequently doth the Scripture Phrase this way.
and this is the highest, unless you say, a damned man; frequently does the Scripture Phrase this Way.
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Psalm 106. 28. They did eat the sacri•ices of the dead, because offered to dead Idols, and by dead Idolaters.Psalm 106. 28. They did eat the sacri•ices of the dead, Because offered to dead Idols, and by dead Idolaters.
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Prov. 21. 16. The man that wandreth out of the way of understanding, shall remain in the Congregation of the dead, (.i.) of the ungodly, wicked, impenitent:Curae 21. 16. The man that wanders out of the Way of understanding, shall remain in the Congregation of the dead, (i) of the ungodly, wicked, impenitent:
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The Ephesians, what were they before their conversion? See Chap. 2. 1. Dead in sins and trespasses.
The Ephesians, what were they before their conversion? See Chap. 2. 1. Dead in Sins and Trespasses.
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The Colossians, what were they before their conversion? See Chap. 2. 13. And you being dead in your sins, &c. 1 Pet. 4. 6. The Gospel was preached to them that were dead, (.i.) to wicked and impenitent persons;
The colossians, what were they before their conversion? See Chap. 2. 13. And you being dead in your Sins, etc. 1 Pet. 4. 6. The Gospel was preached to them that were dead, (i) to wicked and impenitent Persons;
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nay, Jude, v. 12. speaks of some that were twice dead; dead in respect of Original Sin, and dead in respect of Actual sin; or, dead in respect of corruption,
nay, U^de, v. 12. speaks of Some that were twice dead; dead in respect of Original since, and dead in respect of Actual since; or, dead in respect of corruption,
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and dead in respect to their former profession.
and dead in respect to their former profession.
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I grant, that an unconverted sinner may be alive. 1. In respect of his own opinion: I was once alive (said Paul Rom. 7. 9.) but when the Commandment came, sin revived, and I dyed.
I grant, that an unconverted sinner may be alive. 1. In respect of his own opinion: I was once alive (said Paul Rom. 7. 9.) but when the Commandment Come, since revived, and I died.
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2. In the opinion of men. Rev. 3. 1. Thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead;
2. In the opinion of men. Rev. 3. 1. Thou hast a name that thou Livest, and art dead;
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So Christ of the Church of Sardis. 3. To sinful works; he lives in them, and lives with them, and lives to them;
So christ of the Church of Sardis. 3. To sinful works; he lives in them, and lives with them, and lives to them;
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but this life is death, this life is a sign that he is dead, that unto spirituals he is dead.
but this life is death, this life is a Signen that he is dead, that unto spirituals he is dead.
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This is a great Point, of which I am now discoursing, and hath been the subject of much dispute,
This is a great Point, of which I am now discoursing, and hath been the Subject of much dispute,
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as in former Ages, so in this latter Age. There have been some that have denyed (utterly) this death of a sinner;
as in former Ages, so in this latter Age. There have been Some that have denied (utterly) this death of a sinner;
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others have held sinful men to be wounded, and to be half dead:
Others have held sinful men to be wounded, and to be half dead:
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The Pelagians go this way, so do all the Papists, and verily the Arminians come not much short herein;
The Pelagians go this Way, so do all the Papists, and verily the Arminians come not much short herein;
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yea, most men pre•me that though they be sinners, yet that they are not altogether dead,
yea, most men pre•me that though they be Sinners, yet that they Are not altogether dead,
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but some life still remains in them, or some power.
but Some life still remains in them, or Some power.
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Favour me therefore, to o•en the point with some distinctions, and then I shall confirm the truth delivered, both with Scripture and Arguments,
Favour me Therefore, to o•en the point with Some Distinctions, and then I shall confirm the truth Delivered, both with Scripture and Arguments,
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and wind up the rest with some profitable Applications to our selves. 1. For the first of these I distinguish thus;
and wind up the rest with Some profitable Applications to our selves. 1. For the First of these I distinguish thus;
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Man is considerable under a threefold estate. 1. Of Institution, or Creation:
Man is considerable under a threefold estate. 1. Of Institution, or Creation:
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Wherein he was alive, and had a power to live or dye. 2. Of Destitution, or Degeneration:
Wherein he was alive, and had a power to live or die. 2. Of Destitution, or Degeneration:
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In this estate every man living is dead. 3. Of Restitution, o• Regeneration: And here he is born again, and is made alive again.
In this estate every man living is dead. 3. Of Restitution, o• Regeneration: And Here he is born again, and is made alive again.
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Again, man in his degenerate or fallen estate, may be considered in relation to actions, and objects, either, 1. Natural: To these he is alive;
Again, man in his degenerate or fallen estate, may be considered in Relation to actions, and objects, either, 1. Natural: To these he is alive;
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the soul in man is no dead, but living thing, and is able to understand, will, desire, discourse, and reason;
the soul in man is no dead, but living thing, and is able to understand, will, desire, discourse, and reason;
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and this man can eat, drink, sleep, &c. 2. Political: Here also life is found in him;
and this man can eat, drink, sleep, etc. 2. Political: Here also life is found in him;
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even a wicked man (destitute of all Grace) is alive to trade, to bargain, to buy, to sell, to plant, to build. 3. Theological, or Spiritual:
even a wicked man (destitute of all Grace) is alive to trade, to bargain, to buy, to fell, to plant, to built. 3. Theological, or Spiritual:
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Now here the impe•itent, or unconverted man is plane mortuus; stark dead.
Now Here the impe•itent, or unconverted man is plane Mortuus; stark dead.
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An understanding (I confess) he still hath, but none that is able to know God aright,an understanding (I confess) he still hath, but none that is able to know God aright,
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or Christ, or any saving truth (without Divine aid or Grace.) 2 Cor. 3. 5. We are not sufficient of our selves, to think any thing as of our selves, If we (Apostle and regenerate) be not sufficient, who is!
or christ, or any Saving truth (without Divine aid or Grace.) 2 Cor. 3. 5. We Are not sufficient of our selves, to think any thing as of our selves, If we (Apostle and regenerate) be not sufficient, who is!
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if not to think, then to what!
if not to think, then to what!
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to think, is the lowest act of po•er, 1 Cor. 2. 14. The natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God,
to think, is the lowest act of po•er, 1 Cor. 2. 14. The natural man receives not the things of the Spirit of God,
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for they are foolishness unto him; neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned. for they Are foolishness unto him; neither can he know them, Because they Are spiritually discerned.
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John 1. 5. The light shineth in darkness, and the darkness comprehended it not.
John 1. 5. The Light shines in darkness, and the darkness comprehended it not.
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A •ill also I grant unto the natural and unconverted man, for he could not be a man,A •ill also I grant unto the natural and unconverted man, for he could not be a man,
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if he had not a will, but this will (without Grace) cannot do any spiritual good,
if he had not a will, but this will (without Grace) cannot do any spiritual good,
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nor chuse it, nor love it, nor desire it: Non potest home aliquid velle nisi adjuvetur ab eo, qui malum non potest velle:
nor choose it, nor love it, nor desire it: Non potest home Aliquid velle nisi adjuvetur ab eo, qui malum non potest velle:
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So S. Austin against Pelagius, Tom. 3. De spiritu & Litera cap. 3. Without me (saith Christ) ye can do nothing, Joh. 15. 5. No man comes to me,
So S. Austin against Pelagius, Tom. 3. De spiritu & Letter cap. 3. Without me (Says christ) you can do nothing, John 15. 5. No man comes to me,
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except the Father draw him, Joh. 6. 44. It is God who works in us to will and to do (saith the Apostle) Phil. 2. 13. And Works, I grant un•o this man,except the Father draw him, John 6. 44. It is God who works in us to will and to do (Says the Apostle) Philip 2. 13. And Works, I grant un•o this man,
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but spiritual work I deny to them. Quid boni petest perditus nisi in quantum à perditione liberatus:
but spiritual work I deny to them. Quid boni petest Perditus nisi in quantum à perdition Liberatus:
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Austin in Enchirid. c. 30. They that are in the flesh cannot please God, saith the Apostle, Rom. 8. 8. An evil Tree cannot bring forth good fruit, so our Saviour, Mat. 7. 18. Without saith it is impossible to please God, Hebr. 11. 6. 2. But let us proceed further, and search what Reasons may be produced to demonstrate the Assertion:
Austin in Enchiridion c. 30. They that Are in the Flesh cannot please God, Says the Apostle, Rom. 8. 8. an evil Tree cannot bring forth good fruit, so our Saviour, Mathew 7. 18. Without Says it is impossible to please God, Hebrew 11. 6. 2. But let us proceed further, and search what Reasons may be produced to demonstrate the Assertion:
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That the natural, or unconverted man is spiritually dead, and as to spirituals altogether dead;
That the natural, or unconverted man is spiritually dead, and as to spirituals altogether dead;
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Thus then, 1. He who hath no Communion at all with the principles of spiritual life, is (in a spiritual sense) altogether dead;
Thus then, 1. He who hath no Communion At all with the principles of spiritual life, is (in a spiritual sense) altogether dead;
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for where there is no principle of life, there cannot be any thing but death: Tolle animam, tolle vitam;
for where there is no principle of life, there cannot be any thing but death: Take animam, Take vitam;
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but the impenitent and unconverted sinner, hath no communion with any one principle of spiritual life:
but the impenitent and unconverted sinner, hath no communion with any one principle of spiritual life:
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Therefore, &c. There is a twofold principle of this life. 1. A primitive conjunction with God, in the estate of Innocency;
Therefore, etc. There is a twofold principle of this life. 1. A primitive conjunction with God, in the estate of Innocency;
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but this is lost. 2. Arenewed Conjunction with God by Christ; but yet this is not attained to by an unconverted sinner.
but this is lost. 2. Arenewed Conjunction with God by christ; but yet this is not attained to by an unconverted sinner.
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It is a confessed truth, that Jesus Christ is the Author of spiritual life to the sinner:
It is a confessed truth, that jesus christ is the Author of spiritual life to the sinner:
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He that hath the Son, hath life, and he that hath not the Son, hath not life, Joh. 5. 17. And the sinner hath it partly by Faith, which taking Christ, takes life from him;He that hath the Son, hath life, and he that hath not the Son, hath not life, John 5. 17. And the sinner hath it partly by Faith, which taking christ, Takes life from him;
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by the Spirit of Regeneration, which renews, and makes him alive; but the unconverted sinner, hath neither the one, nor the other;
by the Spirit of Regeneration, which renews, and makes him alive; but the unconverted sinner, hath neither the one, nor the other;
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had he either, he were then converted.
had he either, he were then converted.
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2. Original sin (whilst reigning) is a compleat cause of spiritual death: But original sin reigns in the impenitent and unconverted sinner, therefore he is dead.
2. Original since (while reigning) is a complete cause of spiritual death: But original since reigns in the impenitent and unconverted sinner, Therefore he is dead.
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The Fathers have diversly Phrased Original sin;
The Father's have diversely Phrased Original since;
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some call it Venenum Syerpentis, so Cprian; others Plagam serpentis, so Ireneus; others Vitium parentum, so Pau•inius in Austin; the Apostle Paul calls it, sometimes, the body of sin, sometimes, the body of death, sometimes, the Law of sin and death, sometimes, the Ʋncircumcision of the heart.
Some call it Venenum Syerpentis, so Cyprian; Others Plague serpentis, so Irenaeus; Others Vitium Parents, so Pau•inius in Austin; the Apostle Paul calls it, sometime, the body of since, sometime, the body of death, sometime, the Law of since and death, sometime, the Ʋncircumcision of the heart.
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Our Divines generally conceive two things in it, viz. In Original sin, there is 1. A total deprivation of original righteousness:
Our Divines generally conceive two things in it, viz. In Original since, there is 1. A total deprivation of original righteousness:
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The Faculties remain, but the Rectitude is gone.
The Faculties remain, but the Rectitude is gone.
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It is reported of an excellent Philosopher, that he fell into a Disease, which dashed out all the Learning that ever he acquired,
It is reported of an excellent Philosopher, that he fell into a Disease, which dashed out all the Learning that ever he acquired,
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so that he forgat even his own Name. Original sin is like the extinguishing of a Candle;
so that he forgot even his own Name. Original since is like the extinguishing of a Candle;
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the Candle remains still, but the Light is gone: Or like the quenching of red Iron;
the Candle remains still, but the Light is gone: Or like the quenching of read Iron;
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the Iron remains, but the fiery redness is all gone: Or like a Tree, the Limbs remain, but the Life is gone. It is an Universal spoil;
the Iron remains, but the fiery redness is all gone: Or like a Tree, the Limbs remain, but the Life is gone. It is an Universal spoil;
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it hath robbed us of all our supernaturals; worse to us than the Devil to Job, who took away all that he had, yet spared his Life:
it hath robbed us of all our supernaturals; Worse to us than the devil to Job, who took away all that he had, yet spared his Life:
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But Original Sin not onely took away Paradise and Righteousness, but all self-power so much as to desire to be good. 2. A total depravation of all the man. Seges ubi Troia:
But Original since not only took away Paradise and Righteousness, but all self-power so much as to desire to be good. 2. A total depravation of all the man. Sedges ubi Troy:
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The Soul of Man was once like a Garden, fully set with the sweetest Flowers of Righteousness;
The Soul of Man was once like a Garden, Fully Set with the Sweetest Flowers of Righteousness;
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but now it is become like a Wilderness run over and filled with Briars and Thorns:
but now it is become like a Wilderness run over and filled with Briers and Thorns:
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Or it is like a Face, which once was the most curious of features, (every part expressing most amiable sweetness;) now it is like the same Face, most deformed with the clusters of the Pox,
Or it is like a Face, which once was the most curious of features, (every part expressing most amiable sweetness;) now it is like the same Face, most deformed with the clusters of the Pox,
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and the very shame and reproach of it self.
and the very shame and reproach of it self.
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There is not a Faculty in the Soul, but it is like the Bough of a fruitfull Tree, thickly laden with Iniquity:
There is not a Faculty in the Soul, but it is like the Bough of a fruitful Tree, thickly laden with Iniquity:
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It is a Spring, bubling out nothing but aversation, enmity, resistance to spiritual good; and readiness, inclination, eagerness, unsatiableness to all that is evil:
It is a Spring, bubbling out nothing but aversation, enmity, resistance to spiritual good; and readiness, inclination, eagerness, unsatiableness to all that is evil:
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God saw that every imagination of the thoughts of the heart of man was onely evil continually, Gen. 6. 5. The best of men complain of blindness, of dulness, of deadness;God saw that every imagination of the thoughts of the heart of man was only evil continually, Gen. 6. 5. The best of men complain of blindness, of dullness, of deadness;
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Alas then, what, or how is it with the worst of men? Paul could not do good, a wicked man would not do good:
Alas then, what, or how is it with the worst of men? Paul could not do good, a wicked man would not do good:
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Paul complains for want of power; what then may an unconverted man do!Paul complains for want of power; what then may an unconverted man doe!
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By all this (I think) it manifectly appears, That the unconverted man is spiritually dead,
By all this (I think) it manifectly appears, That the unconverted man is spiritually dead,
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because Original Sin reigns in him; (if in any, then in him;) and where Original Sin reigns, there is a total privation or absence of all spiritual Life,
Because Original since reigns in him; (if in any, then in him;) and where Original since reigns, there is a total privation or absence of all spiritual Life,
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and total corruption or presence of spiritual Death in the Soul.
and total corruption or presence of spiritual Death in the Soul.
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3. The Terms used in Scripture to express a sinners conversion, do seem sufficiently weighty, to prove, That before his conversion he was spiritually dead:
3. The Terms used in Scripture to express a Sinners conversion, do seem sufficiently weighty, to prove, That before his conversion he was spiritually dead:
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For it is set forth sometimes, By the Resurrection of the dead; Ephes. 5. 14. Awake, thou that sleepest, and arise from the dead.
For it is Set forth sometime, By the Resurrection of the dead; Ephesians 5. 14. Awake, thou that Sleepest, and arise from the dead.
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By the Generation of a person. Of his own good will begat he us with the word of truth, Jam. 1. 18. By Creation. 2 Cor. 5. 17. If any man be in Christ, he is a new creature. Now observe;
By the Generation of a person. Of his own good will begat he us with the word of truth, Jam. 1. 18. By Creation. 2 Cor. 5. 17. If any man be in christ, he is a new creature. Now observe;
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if Conversion be a Resurrection, a spiritual Resurrection, then the soul before Conversion was spiritually dead;
if Conversion be a Resurrection, a spiritual Resurrection, then the soul before Conversion was spiritually dead;
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if Conversion be a Regeneration, then a new life is brought into the soul, which it totally wanted before:
if Conversion be a Regeneration, then a new life is brought into the soul, which it totally wanted before:
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If Conversion be a Creation, and the converted man qua talis be a new creature, then he had no spiritual being before.
If Conversion be a Creation, and the converted man qua Talis be a new creature, then he had no spiritual being before.
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If spiritual Life be a creature onely of Christ's making, then, &c. 4. To me, those spiritual Promises which God makes, of giving a spiritual being and life, do abundantly clear, that man is dead:
If spiritual Life be a creature only of Christ's making, then, etc. 4. To me, those spiritual Promises which God makes, of giving a spiritual being and life, do abundantly clear, that man is dead:
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As, of pouring forth the Spirit of Grace, giving his Spirit, taking away the heart of Stone,
As, of pouring forth the Spirit of Grace, giving his Spirit, taking away the heart of Stone,
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and giving the heart of Flesh, of giving Knowledge, Love, Fear, &c. Such kinds of Promises imply three things: 1. Our total want and need;
and giving the heart of Flesh, of giving Knowledge, Love, fear, etc. Such Kinds of Promises imply three things: 1. Our total want and need;
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2. Gods undertaking to bestow them; 3. A free and total donation of them to us on Gods part.
2. God's undertaking to bestow them; 3. A free and total donation of them to us on God's part.
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5. S. Austin useth the Duty of Prayer, to prove this Assertion against the Pelagians; Petenda à Deo bona omnia, ergo nihil boni ex nobis possumus.
5. S. Austin uses the Duty of Prayer, to prove this Assertion against the Pelagians; Petenda à God Bona omnia, ergo nihil boni ex nobis possumus.
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And in an Epistle to Vitalis, he saith, Prorsus non oramus Deum, sed orare nos singimus si nos ipsos non illum credimus facere quod oramus.
And in an Epistle to Vitalis, he Says, Prorsus non oramus God, sed orare nos singimus si nos ipsos non Ilum Credimus facere quod oramus.
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6. I will add but one Argument more, viz. That man is totally dead, (quantum ad spiritualia,) who cannot so much as prepare himself, no not remotely, no not in any degree unto the life of Grace:
6. I will add but one Argument more, viz. That man is totally dead, (quantum ad spiritualia,) who cannot so much as prepare himself, no not remotely, no not in any degree unto the life of Grace:
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But, the Unconverted man cannot (virtute propria, and without supernatural aid,) in the least degree prepare himself, &c. for, without that aid, he cannot desire deliverance out of his sinfull estate,
But, the Unconverted man cannot (virtute propria, and without supernatural aid,) in the least degree prepare himself, etc. for, without that aid, he cannot desire deliverance out of his sinful estate,
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nor mourn over it, nay not feel it, nay not spiritually know it.
nor mourn over it, nay not feel it, nay not spiritually know it.
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The Use which I desire to make of this Point, I shall reduce unto, 1. Information, 2. Trial, 3. Instruction.
The Use which I desire to make of this Point, I shall reduce unto, 1. Information, 2. Trial, 3. Instruction.
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1. For Information. Is every natural and unconverted man a spiritually dead man? Hence we may be informed of several Truths. 1. That the unconverted man is, of all men on the earth, in the saddest, vilest, miserablest condition:
1. For Information. Is every natural and unconverted man a spiritually dead man? Hence we may be informed of several Truths. 1. That the unconverted man is, of all men on the earth, in the Saddest, Vilest, miserablest condition:
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Why? Because he is spiritually dead, dead, spiritually dead.
Why? Because he is spiritually dead, dead, spiritually dead.
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A wounded man is in a tedious condition, and a diseased man is in a languishing condition;
A wounded man is in a tedious condition, and a diseased man is in a languishing condition;
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but what is a wound to death? what is a disease to death? Me morienti mori; Death is the Sun-set of all comfort;
but what is a wound to death? what is a disease to death? Me morienti Mori; Death is the Sunset of all Comfort;
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Death is the drowning of a little world; Death is the very Hermitage of forgetfulness and loathsome corruption:
Death is the drowning of a little world; Death is the very Hermitage of forgetfulness and loathsome corruption:
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Death is the lowest and vilest condition; what then is a spiritual Death? No Death like the spiritual Death.
Death is the lowest and Vilest condition; what then is a spiritual Death? No Death like the spiritual Death.
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O my friends, consider spiritual Death, either in comparison, in its proper complexion, or in the consequents of it,
O my Friends, Consider spiritual Death, either in comparison, in its proper complexion, or in the consequents of it,
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surely, no Death, no condition is so dismal as it. 1. In comparison with any other Death: This is the worst, this is the heaviest.
surely, no Death, no condition is so dismal as it. 1. In comparison with any other Death: This is the worst, this is the Heaviest.
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There is the Death of our Goods and Estate, (into which Job fell;) of our Name and Reputation, (into which David fell;) of our Bodies and natural Life, (into which Lazarus fell;) of the Soul, the immortal soul of man, into which every unconverted sinner is fallen:
There is the Death of our Goods and Estate, (into which Job fell;) of our Name and Reputation, (into which David fell;) of our Bodies and natural Life, (into which Lazarus fell;) of the Soul, the immortal soul of man, into which every unconverted sinner is fallen:
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Now what is a dead Estate to a dead Soul? Or what is a dead Name to a dead Soul? Or what is a dead Body to a dead Soul? It is not so much as the death of a Dog to the death of a Man. Every unconverted man hath a dead soul;
Now what is a dead Estate to a dead Soul? Or what is a dead Name to a dead Soul? Or what is a dead Body to a dead Soul? It is not so much as the death of a Dog to the death of a Man. Every unconverted man hath a dead soul;
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a converted man may have a troubled soul, but the unconverted man hath a dead soul,
a converted man may have a troubled soul, but the unconverted man hath a dead soul,
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sin hath slain his precious soul;
since hath slave his precious soul;
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If the soul be dead, what is alive? What is that man whose soul is dead? In all other deaths, something is alive;
If the soul be dead, what is alive? What is that man whose soul is dead? In all other death's, something is alive;
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if Goods be gone, the Name lives; if the Name be gone, the Body lives; if the Body be gone, the Soul lives:
if Goods be gone, the Name lives; if the Name be gone, the Body lives; if the Body be gone, the Soul lives:
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But if the Soul also be gone, what lives? 2. In it self: Why spiritual Death is a total privation of God, of Christ, of Grace;
But if the Soul also be gone, what lives? 2. In it self: Why spiritual Death is a total privation of God, of christ, of Grace;
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no life of God, no life of Christ, no life of Grace is there in any unconverted person; none at all. Ah poor wretch!
no life of God, no life of christ, no life of Grace is there in any unconverted person; none At all. Ah poor wretch!
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what art thou, and what is thy condition, who art thus dead? A total corruption, diffusion, possession with sin.
what art thou, and what is thy condition, who art thus dead? A total corruption, diffusion, possession with since.
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S. Austin affirms, That the very Vertues of the Heathens were but splendida peccata, meer flowers on a dead man:
S. Austin affirms, That the very Virtues of the heathens were but splendida Peccata, mere flowers on a dead man:
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And Solomon, The sacrifices of the wicked are an abomination to the Lord.
And Solomon, The Sacrifices of the wicked Are an abomination to the Lord.
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What a gastly s•ght would it be, to open a grave, and see the dead body run over with crawling worms,
What a ghastly s•ght would it be, to open a grave, and see the dead body run over with crawling worms,
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and a general putrefaction over all the parts! And truly, so it is with the soul of an unconverted person;
and a general putrefaction over all the parts! And truly, so it is with the soul of an unconverted person;
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it is the filthiest, nastiest, corruptedst, may I say, C•••on. Luther said once, So many sins, so many hells;
it is the filthiest, nastiest, corruptedst, may I say, C•••on. Luther said once, So many Sins, so many Hells;
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surely, I may then say, So many Sins, so many Deaths. The unconverted man is full of sin:
surely, I may then say, So many Sins, so many Death's. The unconverted man is full of since:
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his heart is full of evil, so Soloman; He is filled with all unrighteousness, so Paul affirmeth.his heart is full of evil, so Solomon; He is filled with all unrighteousness, so Paul Affirmeth.
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Job was filled with botches, yea, but he was not filled with sins; and Lazarus was filled with sores, yea, but he was not filled with sins;Job was filled with botches, yea, but he was not filled with Sins; and Lazarus was filled with sores, yea, but he was not filled with Sins;
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and Davids soul was filled with complaints, and Christs soul was filled wich sorrow, yea, but it was not filled with sin.
and Davids soul was filled with complaints, and Christ soul was filled which sorrow, yea, but it was not filled with since.
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Every unconverted mans dead soul is filled with living sins, as a good mans soul is filled with dying and dead sins;
Every unconverted men dead soul is filled with living Sins, as a good men soul is filled with dying and dead Sins;
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and a soul full of living sins, is much like a soul filled up with Hel-fire.
and a soul full of living Sins, is much like a soul filled up with Hell-fire.
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There is no evil so evil as sin, and no sin so evil as living sin,
There is no evil so evil as since, and no since so evil as living since,
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and no living sin so evil as a fulness and an onliness of living sin. 3. In the consequents of it:
and no living since so evil as a fullness and an onliness of living since. 3. In the consequents of it:
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I will name but three of them, 1. All the guilt of all those sins lie on him alone. 2. All the wrath of God looks on him, the sentence of curse. 3. An eternal death may soon befal him.
I will name but three of them, 1. All the guilt of all those Sins lie on him alone. 2. All the wrath of God looks on him, the sentence of curse. 3. an Eternal death may soon befall him.
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2. Then no marvel, that publick and private admonitions, counsels, reproofs, prevail not with the most of men.
2. Then no marvel, that public and private admonitions, Counsels, reproofs, prevail not with the most of men.
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We Ministers preach, and we think we preach Religion, and with evidence enough of Reason, and deliver things fairly and plainly and convincingly;
We Ministers preach, and we think we preach Religion, and with evidence enough of Reason, and deliver things fairly and plainly and convincingly;
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and now we wonder at it, that men should hear such clear and undeniable truths, and not be moved and perswaded!
and now we wonder At it, that men should hear such clear and undeniable truths, and not be moved and persuaded!
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And Parents give admirable counsels and instructions to their Children, and no good comes of them!
And Parents give admirable Counsels and instructions to their Children, and no good comes of them!
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&c. Why Sirs, are not unconverted men dead men? And what can all our undertakings (alone considered) do unto dead men? Assuredly,etc. Why Sirs, Are not unconverted men dead men? And what can all our undertakings (alone considered) do unto dead men? Assuredly,
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unless the Lord of Life himself will speak these counsels and these admonitions unto sinfull men, they will never hear them so as to be stirred,
unless the Lord of Life himself will speak these Counsels and these admonitions unto sinful men, they will never hear them so as to be stirred,
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so as to be moved, so as to be converted by them; they will remain in their sinfull condition and obstinate wayes to eternity.
so as to be moved, so as to be converted by them; they will remain in their sinful condition and obstinate ways to eternity.
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3. Then it is of Gods meer mercy, and pity, and power, if ever thy poor soul be converted:
3. Then it is of God's mere mercy, and pity, and power, if ever thy poor soul be converted:
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Never ascribe it to thy excellency, (what excellency is there in a dead man?) to thy power, (what power is there where there is no life?) to thy self preparations, (what active disposing or preparation can a dead man afford?) The dead sinner is the meer object of purest mercy,
Never ascribe it to thy excellency, (what excellency is there in a dead man?) to thy power, (what power is there where there is no life?) to thy self preparations, (what active disposing or preparation can a dead man afford?) The dead sinner is the mere Object of Purest mercy,
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and the dead sinner is without all strength;
and the dead sinner is without all strength;
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if ever his souls lives, then to Christ must that life own it self, and to Divine Mercy, and Power, &c. The next Use shall be for Trial or Examination.
if ever his Souls lives, then to christ must that life own it self, and to Divine Mercy, and Power, etc. The next Use shall be for Trial or Examination.
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Since every unconverted man is spiritually dead; let's therefore search our hearts, in what a condition they are:
Since every unconverted man is spiritually dead; let's Therefore search our hearts, in what a condition they Are:
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Are not many of us yet dead in sins and trespasses? spiritually dead men? There are four Tokens of a man spiritually dead. 1. Ʋnsensibleness: Where there is no life, there is no sense;
are not many of us yet dead in Sins and Trespasses? spiritually dead men? There Are four Tokens of a man spiritually dead. 1. Ʋnsensibleness: Where there is no life, there is no sense;
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of all sinners, the unsensible sinner is in the most deadly condition.
of all Sinners, the unsensible sinner is in the most deadly condition.
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Tanto pejor quanto insensibiliter, saith Austin. Do what you will to a dead man, he is unsensible of it; Tanto pejor quanto insensibiliter, Says Austin. Do what you will to a dead man, he is unsensible of it;
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call to him, he hears not; put the sweetest perfumes to him, he smels not; kick him, cut him, burn him, he feels not;
call to him, he hears not; put the Sweetest perfumes to him, he smells not; kick him, Cut him, burn him, he feels not;
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although he be full of loathsomness, he perceives it not. Now I beseech you mind this Trial;
although he be full of loathsomeness, he perceives it not. Now I beseech you mind this Trial;
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for verily, if spiritual unsensibleness prevail upon you, you are spiritually dead:
for verily, if spiritual unsensibleness prevail upon you, you Are spiritually dead:
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If spiritual sense be the first evidence of Life, then è contra, spiritual unsensibleness is a sure evidence of Death:
If spiritual sense be the First evidence of Life, then è contra, spiritual unsensibleness is a sure evidence of Death:
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And what spiritual sensation is yet wrought in you? There are sins upon sins (mountains upon mountains) in your hearts, the least of them hath been an heavy burthen to a living soul,
And what spiritual sensation is yet wrought in you? There Are Sins upon Sins (Mountains upon Mountains) in your hearts, the least of them hath been an heavy burden to a living soul,
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but what hast thou ever felt of thy sinfull heart and life? There is in the Ministry of the Gospel, no less than riches of Mercy, freeness of Love, glories of Heaven tendred to you;
but what hast thou ever felt of thy sinful heart and life? There is in the Ministry of the Gospel, no less than riches of Mercy, freeness of Love, Glories of Heaven tendered to you;
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but what do you perceive in it? Didst thou never yet feel and cry out of a body of Death? O here, here is a dead heart,
but what do you perceive in it? Didst thou never yet feel and cry out of a body of Death? O Here, Here is a dead heart,
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an ignorant heart, a proud heart, an unbelieving heart, an heart in which there is no good, in which is all evil.
an ignorant heart, a proud heart, an unbelieving heart, an heart in which there is no good, in which is all evil.
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Ah poor man, thou art a dead man;
Ah poor man, thou art a dead man;
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no feeling, no complaining, no crying out of thy heart against all those many many vile and notorious sins.
no feeling, no complaining, no crying out of thy heart against all those many many vile and notorious Sins.
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2. An universal and constant coldness. If life be gone, heat is gone; the Feet are cold, and the Hands are cold, and the whole Body is cold,
2. an universal and constant coldness. If life be gone, heat is gone; the Feet Are cold, and the Hands Are cold, and the Whole Body is cold,
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and the very Heart is cold too:
and the very Heart is cold too:
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A living man may have cold hands and feet, but he never hath a cold heart;
A living man may have cold hands and feet, but he never hath a cold heart;
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for life is there, and heat is there. Why! there is no one converted man under heaven, but he hath some heat in him;
for life is there, and heat is there. Why! there is no one converted man under heaven, but he hath Some heat in him;
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though not much in some of his actions, yet certainly some in his heart:
though not much in Some of his actions, yet Certainly Some in his heart:
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O, saith he, I approve of what is good, and I would do good, and I delight in the Law of God after the inward man;
Oh, Says he, I approve of what is good, and I would do good, and I delight in the Law of God After the inward man;
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I believe, Lord help my unbelief. But now, an unconverted man hath, 1. A cold heart unto any spiritual good.
I believe, Lord help my unbelief. But now, an unconverted man hath, 1. A cold heart unto any spiritual good.
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Suppose he be at Prayer, and at Sermon; why!
Suppose he be At Prayer, and At Sermon; why!
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but he hath no heart to or in these duties, he hath no mind to these works, no delight in them,
but he hath no heart to or in these duties, he hath no mind to these works, no delight in them,
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or in the Sabbath, or in a Fast;
or in the Sabbath, or in a Fast;
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and though his body be present, yet his heart is afar off, it goes after his covetousness. 2. And this Coldness is universal: There is not any one spiritual Duty,
and though his body be present, yet his heart is afar off, it Goes After his covetousness. 2. And this Coldness is universal: There is not any one spiritual Duty,
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unto which his heart is not dead or cold. He will tell you when he hears Catechizing, I should like Preaching;
unto which his heart is not dead or cold. He will tell you when he hears Catechizing, I should like Preaching;
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and so when he hears Preaching, I could like Praying; and so when Praying comes, I could like Reading;
and so when he hears Preaching, I could like Praying; and so when Praying comes, I could like Reading;
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and when Reading comes, I could like Meditating; and when that comes, I could like Practising;
and when Reading comes, I could like Meditating; and when that comes, I could like Practising;
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and when Practising comes, I could like Understanding: But he dissembles, he loves not one Duty at all;
and when Practising comes, I could like Understanding: But he dissembles, he loves not one Duty At all;
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his heart to these is like a sick stomack, that seems to like any thing but what it hath,
his heart to these is like a sick stomach, that seems to like any thing but what it hath,
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but indeed likes no meat. 3. And it is also constant:
but indeed likes no meat. 3. And it is also constant:
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I confess, even a good and converted heart may find sometimes more actual indispositions to good than at other times,
I confess, even a good and converted heart may find sometime more actual indispositions to good than At other times,
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and sometimes a greater measure of dulness and deadness;
and sometime a greater measure of dullness and deadness;
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but an heart constantly cold, from one end of the year to another, all the life long, still to loath spiritual services, never to attain unto a delightfull and affectionate communion with God, This is a Token of a dead soul.
but an heart constantly cold, from one end of the year to Another, all the life long, still to loath spiritual services, never to attain unto a delightful and affectionate communion with God, This is a Token of a dead soul.
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3. Where the Word preached is but a dead Letter unto the hearer, certainly that man is in a dead condition.
3. Where the Word preached is but a dead letter unto the hearer, Certainly that man is in a dead condition.
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If our Gospel be hid, 'tis hid to them that are lost, saith the Apostle:If our Gospel be hid, it's hid to them that Are lost, Says the Apostle:
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So may I say, If our Gospel be dead, it is so onely to them that are dead.
So may I say, If our Gospel be dead, it is so only to them that Are dead.
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The Gospel is the great Trumpet of Christ, the Silver Trumpet by which he raiseth the dead;
The Gospel is the great Trumpet of christ, the Silver Trumpet by which he Raiseth the dead;
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as, at the last, he shall raise the dead by the Voice of the Trumpet;
as, At the last, he shall raise the dead by the Voice of the Trumpet;
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this is that by which Jesus Christ quickens and pulls a soul out of its sinfull condition. 1. It lets in light to see that condition: 2. It affects Conscience to feel it: 3. It puts in Faith to go to Christ to fetch life:
this is that by which jesus christ quickens and pulls a soul out of its sinful condition. 1. It lets in Light to see that condition: 2. It affects Conscience to feel it: 3. It puts in Faith to go to christ to fetch life:
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Yet many men are not wrought on at all by the Gospel preached: Unmoveableness is the token of a dead man.
Yet many men Are not wrought on At all by the Gospel preached: Unmovableness is the token of a dead man.
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4. A delight in dead things, and in dead works, plainly declare a dead condition. Paul, in Ephes. 2. 1. tels the Ephesians, that they were once dead; but how did that appear? See vers. 2. In time past ye walked according to the course of this world.
4. A delight in dead things, and in dead works, plainly declare a dead condition. Paul, in Ephesians 2. 1. tells the Ephesians, that they were once dead; but how did that appear? See vers. 2. In time passed you walked according to the course of this world.
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And vers. 3. Ye had your conversation in the lusts of the flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind. 1. In dead things:
And vers. 3. You had your Conversation in the Lustiest of the Flesh, fulfilling the Desires of the Flesh and of the mind. 1. In dead things:
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Dead men are heavy, and descend to the earth; worldly things are the Optima and the Ʋltima of an unconverted heart.
Dead men Are heavy, and descend to the earth; worldly things Are the Optima and the Ʋltima of an unconverted heart.
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Who will shew us any good? Psal. 4. If that of Paul (Col. 3. 1, 2. If ye be risen with Christ, Who will show us any good? Psalm 4. If that of Paul (Col. 3. 1, 2. If you be risen with christ,
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then seek those things that are above, and set your affections on things that are above,) be a true sign of a living raised man,then seek those things that Are above, and Set your affections on things that Are above,) be a true Signen of a living raised man,
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then è contra, to seek, to settle affections on things below, is a true sign of a dead man. 2. In dead works: These opera mortua & mortifera. And truly, nothing doth more discover a spiritual death,
then è contra, to seek, to settle affections on things below, is a true Signen of a dead man. 2. In dead works: These opera Mortua & Deadly. And truly, nothing does more discover a spiritual death,
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than a delight, and a service of sin; certainly, such a man is yet an unconverted man.
than a delight, and a service of since; Certainly, such a man is yet an unconverted man.
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The last Use shall be for Instruction unto several Duties.
The last Use shall be for Instruction unto several Duties.
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I will but glance a them. 1. Have as little society with wicked men as may be; for they are dead men:
I will but glance a them. 1. Have as little society with wicked men as may be; for they Are dead men:
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Would any man living have a dead man to be his companion? There is a two-fold Society with men: 1. One is necessary, in respect of our Relations,
Would any man living have a dead man to be his Companion? There is a twofold Society with men: 1. One is necessary, in respect of our Relations,
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or of our Commerce and Trade, which cannot well be avoided: 2. Another is arbitrary, in respect of our Election;
or of our Commerce and Trade, which cannot well be avoided: 2. another is arbitrary, in respect of our Election;
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avoid this, do not make choice of wicked society. There are two Reasons to hearken to this advice:
avoid this, do not make choice of wicked society. There Are two Reasons to harken to this Advice:
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One is, You shall never get any spiritual good by their society; a wicked man is an unprofitable man;
One is, You shall never get any spiritual good by their society; a wicked man is an unprofitable man;
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Can any one gather Figs of Thorns, or Grapes of Thistles? Who is the better for a dead man? Another is, You shall receive much hurt by such society:
Can any one gather Figs of Thorns, or Grapes of Thistles? Who is the better for a dead man? another is, You shall receive much hurt by such society:
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The Jews were unclean, if they did but touch a dead body.
The jews were unclean, if they did but touch a dead body.
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It was the practice of a Tyrant once, to tie a dead man to a living man, that the filthy savour of the dead man might infect and destroy the life of the living man.
It was the practice of a Tyrant once, to tie a dead man to a living man, that the filthy savour of the dead man might infect and destroy the life of the living man.
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O you who are to marry your children, take heed of marrying them to the dead;
O you who Are to marry your children, take heed of marrying them to the dead;
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and you who are Free-men, take heed of embracing society with the dead.
and you who Are Freemen, take heed of embracing society with the dead.
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There are three notorious mischiefs will ensue hereupon: 1. Dead society will, by degrees, bring you into a deadness of heart;
There Are three notorious mischiefs will ensue hereupon: 1. Dead society will, by Degrees, bring you into a deadness of heart;
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wicked company will certainly abate your zeal and holy affections, as waters do the flaming fire: 2. Dead society will quench your Life in spiritual Duties;
wicked company will Certainly abate your zeal and holy affections, as waters do the flaming fire: 2. Dead society will quench your Life in spiritual Duties;
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they will not onely interrupt, but mitigate your sweet and wonted society with God ▪ and good men: 3. Dead society will, in time, corrupt you to dead works: Remember Solomon.
they will not only interrupt, but mitigate your sweet and wonted society with God ▪ and good men: 3. Dead society will, in time, corrupt you to dead works: remember Solomon.
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2. Lament and bewail thy unconverted Friends and Kindred.
2. Lament and bewail thy unconverted Friends and Kindred.
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You read that David wept for Absalom, O Absalom, my son, my son, &c. and you read, that Christ wept for Lazarus, being dead; You read that David wept for Absalom, Oh Absalom, my son, my son, etc. and you read, that christ wept for Lazarus, being dead;
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and you read, of both of these weeping also for those that were spiritually dead:
and you read, of both of these weeping also for those that were spiritually dead:
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David, Psal. 119. Rivers of tears run down mine eyes, because men keep not thy Law. David, Psalm 119. rivers of tears run down mine eyes, Because men keep not thy Law.
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Christ came near to Jerusalem, and wept over it, saying, Oh if thou hadst known, even thou, at the least in, &c. Wouldst not thou weep to see thy Fathers, christ Come near to Jerusalem, and wept over it, saying, O if thou Hadst known, even thou, At the least in, etc. Wouldst not thou weep to see thy Father's,
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or Mothers, or Sisters, or Brothers dead body carrying out to the grave? and say, Alas my Father, alas my Brother, alas my Child? How then canst thou refrain tears for their dead souls? Why doest not thou pity the dead and unconverted soul of thy Father? &c. At a Funeral Feast, there is no mirth,
or Mother's, or Sisters, or Brother's dead body carrying out to the grave? and say, Alas my Father, alas my Brother, alas my Child? How then Canst thou refrain tears for their dead Souls? Why dost not thou pity the dead and unconverted soul of thy Father? etc. At a Funeral Feast, there is no mirth,
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because the Master of the house is dead: Ah, weep over thy Father, over thy Son;
Because the Master of the house is dead: Ah, weep over thy Father, over thy Son;
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the Master of the house is dead, his precious soul is dead:
the Master of the house is dead, his precious soul is dead:
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Thy pity can do a dead body no good, but it may do a dead soul some good, especially,
Thy pity can do a dead body no good, but it may do a dead soul Some good, especially,
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if you take in the next Duty, which is, 3. Pray for the dead: I mean not in the Popish sense;
if you take in the next Duty, which is, 3. Pray for the dead: I mean not in the Popish sense;
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they, you know, pray for souls departed, supposing them to be in Purgatory, where the pains,
they, you know, pray for Souls departed, supposing them to be in Purgatory, where the pains,
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as they say, are intollerable, equal to them in Hell, and the souls are deprived of the vision of God;
as they say, Are intolerable, equal to them in Hell, and the Souls Are deprived of the vision of God;
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and therefore their Priests and others often pray for them;
and Therefore their Priests and Others often pray for them;
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and upon the Graves they inscribe, Pray for the soul of such a one, and on his soul Jesu have mercy:
and upon the Graves they inscribe, Pray for the soul of such a one, and on his soul Jesu have mercy:
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But this is a wicked superstition.
But this is a wicked Superstition.
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We acknowledge no Purgatory, and no need of Prayers for souls departed, yet we hold Prayers requisite for one another,
We acknowledge no Purgatory, and no need of Prayers for Souls departed, yet we hold Prayers requisite for one Another,
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whiles we are upon the earth. And because some are dead whiles they live, O pray to the Lord for them;
while we Are upon the earth. And Because Some Are dead while they live, Oh pray to the Lord for them;
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Lord Jesu, have mercy upon the soul of my Husband, Child, Wife;
Lord Jesu, have mercy upon the soul of my Husband, Child, Wife;
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O convert them, quicken them from the dead, suffer them not, their poor souls, to die for ever.
Oh convert them, quicken them from the dead, suffer them not, their poor Souls, to die for ever.
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When Steven was to die, he prayed for those that were spiritually dead: When Christ was dying, he also prayed for them:
When Steven was to die, he prayed for those that were spiritually dead: When christ was dying, he also prayed for them:
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And Monica, the Mother of Austin, prayed for him; and all of them were heard. Object. But I have prayed, but yet no good comes of it. Sol. Pray still;
And Monica, the Mother of Austin, prayed for him; and all of them were herd. Object. But I have prayed, but yet no good comes of it. Sol. Pray still;
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as long as there is life, and as long as there is prayer, there is hope:
as long as there is life, and as long as there is prayer, there is hope:
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It will be an excellent comfort to thee, and eternal happiness to thy friend, if thou canst, at length, by thy prayers, prevail with God to deliver that one soul from death.
It will be an excellent Comfort to thee, and Eternal happiness to thy friend, if thou Canst, At length, by thy Prayers, prevail with God to deliver that one soul from death.
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4. If the Lord hath opened any of your eyes but to see what your spiritual condition is, that you are yet in your graves, 4. If the Lord hath opened any of your eyes but to see what your spiritual condition is, that you Are yet in your graves,
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yet dead in tre•passes and s••s;
yet dead in tre•passes and s••s;
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my advice unto you is this, Go, use the means by which your dead souls may be quickned. Object. Why!
my Advice unto you is this, Go, use the means by which your dead Souls may be quickened. Object. Why!
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but this is ridiculous, to bid a dead man do work, go, stir, do any thing.
but this is ridiculous, to bid a dead man do work, go, stir, do any thing.
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Sol. I answer, 1. There is a difference twixt a man corporally dead, and a man spiritually dead:Sol. I answer, 1. There is a difference betwixt a man corporally dead, and a man spiritually dead:
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The former can do no action whatsoever, neither spiritual, nor civil, nor natural; the latter, though he can do nothing in spirituals, yet for the other, he may,
The former can do no actium whatsoever, neither spiritual, nor civil, nor natural; the latter, though he can do nothing in spirituals, yet for the other, he may,
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and can. 2. You must distinguish twixt a spiritual action, and an action which brings to a spiritual means:
and can. 2. You must distinguish betwixt a spiritual actium, and an actium which brings to a spiritual means:
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He cannot convert his own heart, yet he hath power to hear the Word, which can.
He cannot convert his own heart, yet he hath power to hear the Word, which can.
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'Tis true, that a wicked unconverted man cannot exert any one spiritual action; nevertheless, he hath liberty and power to go to Church, and hear a Sermon: Why!
It's true, that a wicked unconverted man cannot exert any one spiritual actium; nevertheless, he hath liberty and power to go to Church, and hear a Sermon: Why!
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use this power, and this liberty, to come to the Pool where the Angel stirs;
use this power, and this liberty, to come to the Pool where the Angel stirs;
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to come to the Ordinances, where God is pleased to quicken and raise the dead. 3. When thou art under a spiritual Ordinance, thou art under the voice of Christ himself, who hath said, That the dead shall hear the voice of the Son of God, and live.
to come to the Ordinances, where God is pleased to quicken and raise the dead. 3. When thou art under a spiritual Ordinance, thou art under the voice of christ himself, who hath said, That the dead shall hear the voice of the Son of God, and live.
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And truly, let me tell thee, That the Voice of Jesus Christ in his Word, hath not only a power to find a lost man,
And truly, let me tell thee, That the Voice of jesus christ in his Word, hath not only a power to find a lost man,
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but also to quicken a dead man.
but also to quicken a dead man.
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I have finished the first Proposition out of these words, viz. That the unconverted man is a dead man:
I have finished the First Proposition out of these words, viz. That the unconverted man is a dead man:
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I now proceed to the second, which is this; That every converted man is a living man.
I now proceed to the second, which is this; That every converted man is a living man.
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When the sinner is converted, he is then made alive. Conversion is a Sinners Life. So the Text, This my son is alive again.
When the sinner is converted, he is then made alive. Conversion is a Sinners Life. So the Text, This my son is alive again.
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It is reported of Similis, Captain of the Guard to the Emperour Adrian, that he retired from the Court into the Countrey seven years before his death,
It is reported of Similis, Captain of the Guard to the Emperor Adrian, that he retired from the Court into the Country seven Years before his death,
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and caused this to be written on his Tomb, Hi• jacet Similis cu•us aet as multoru• annorum •uit, ipse septem duntaxat annos vixit:
and caused this to be written on his Tomb, Hi• jacet Similis cu•us aet as multoru• Annorum •uit, ipse September duntaxat annos vixit:
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For so many years only was he converted.
For so many Years only was he converted.
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We count the length of our lives from the time of our birth, and we must count the life of our souls from the time of our new birth, said Hierom. It is frequent in Scripture, to stile converted persons living persons,We count the length of our lives from the time of our birth, and we must count the life of our Souls from the time of our new birth, said Hieronymus It is frequent in Scripture, to style converted Persons living Persons,
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or persons made alive, Rom. 6. 13. Yield your selves unto God, as those that are alive from the dead.
or Persons made alive, Rom. 6. 13. Yield your selves unto God, as those that Are alive from the dead.
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Chap. 8. v. 10. If Christ be in you, the spirit is life because of righteousness.
Chap. 8. v. 10. If christ be in you, the Spirit is life Because of righteousness.
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Gal. 2. 20. I live, saith Paul. Col. 2. 13. You who were dead in your sins hath he quickned.
Gal. 2. 20. I live, Says Paul. Col. 2. 13. You who were dead in your Sins hath he quickened.
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For the advantagious discussion of this Point, I shall briefly open unto you, 1. What Life that is, which the converted sinner attains unto? 2. How it may appear that he is invested with such a Life? and why? 3. Then the useful Application of all this ▪ unto our selves.
For the advantageous discussion of this Point, I shall briefly open unto you, 1. What Life that is, which the converted sinner attains unto? 2. How it may appear that he is invested with such a Life? and why? 3. Then the useful Application of all this ▪ unto our selves.
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1. What Life that is, wherewith the converted man is invested? Sol. I speak only of that Life incident unto man, which is four-fold. 1. Life natural, which is a power to move and act.
1. What Life that is, wherewith the converted man is invested? Sol. I speak only of that Life incident unto man, which is fourfold. 1. Life natural, which is a power to move and act.
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I count not my life dear unto me, said Paul, Act. 20. 24. All that a man hath he will give for his life, Job 1. This is the Life of Nature,I count not my life dear unto me, said Paul, Act. 20. 24. All that a man hath he will give for his life, Job 1. This is the Life of Nature,
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and every man, good or bad, enjoys it. 2. Life connatural; which is a prosperous fruition of our Lives with peace, contentment,
and every man, good or bad, enjoys it. 2. Life connatural; which is a prosperous fruition of our Lives with peace, contentment,
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and comfortable successes, in the external matters and affairs of our life:
and comfortable Successes, in the external matters and affairs of our life:
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This also is possibly incident to all sorts of men. 3. Preternatural; which is a death, rather than a life:
This also is possibly incident to all sorts of men. 3. Preternatural; which is a death, rather than a life:
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A sinfull life, a life acted under the power and motion of sinfull lusts.
A sinful life, a life acted under the power and motion of sinful Lustiest.
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I was alive once, said Paul, Rom. 7. In this respect, wicked and ungodly men only are alive. 4. Supernatural; a divine life, a new life, a life in Christ, I was alive once, said Paul, Rom. 7. In this respect, wicked and ungodly men only Are alive. 4. Supernatural; a divine life, a new life, a life in christ,
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and from Christ, and to Christ:
and from christ, and to christ:
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Of which there are two parts, and they are proper only to converted persons. 1. There is the Life of Grace, which they enjoy in this world: 2. There is the Life of Glory, which they enjoy in the world to come, called often in Scripture, eternal life. The Text speaks of the first of these;
Of which there Are two parts, and they Are proper only to converted Persons. 1. There is the Life of Grace, which they enjoy in this world: 2. There is the Life of Glory, which they enjoy in the world to come, called often in Scripture, Eternal life. The Text speaks of the First of these;
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The converted sinner is invested with the Life of Grace:
The converted sinner is invested with the Life of Grace:
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And this again is branched into the life of, 1. Justification; for when a sinner is justified, he is then in the condition of life:
And this again is branched into the life of, 1. Justification; for when a sinner is justified, he is then in the condition of life:
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The unjustified man is a dead man, (for he lies under the sentence of death;) and the justified man is a living man, he is passed from death to life;
The unjustified man is a dead man, (for he lies under the sentence of death;) and the justified man is a living man, he is passed from death to life;
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the Lord takes off the sentence of eternal death from him;
the Lord Takes off the sentence of Eternal death from him;
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He shall not die for the sins which he hath committed, for I have pardoned all his sins,
He shall not die for the Sins which he hath committed, for I have pardoned all his Sins,
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and now he shall live, and not die, saith the Lord. 2. Sanctification: When a sinner is sanctified, he is then made alive.
and now he shall live, and not die, Says the Lord. 2. Sanctification: When a sinner is sanctified, he is then made alive.
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At this, I suppose, the Text doth principally aim.
At this, I suppose, the Text does principally aim.
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This Life is considerable, 1. In the Cause of it, which is no other but the Spirit of Jesus Christ, who unites Christ and the Soul together;
This Life is considerable, 1. In the Cause of it, which is no other but the Spirit of jesus christ, who unites christ and the Soul together;
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and upon this union, the Soul is quickned with the life of Christ.
and upon this Union, the Soul is quickened with the life of christ.
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I live by the faith of the Son of God, Gal. 2. 20. 2. In the Nature of it; I live by the faith of the Son of God, Gal. 2. 20. 2. In the Nature of it;
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it is a novum & spirituale esse, which doth regenerate the man, and, as it were, create him again.
it is a novum & spiritual esse, which does regenerate the man, and, as it were, create him again.
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The Scripture stiles this quality, a new creature, and the new man: It is an holy living principle.
The Scripture stile this quality, a new creature, and the new man: It is an holy living principle.
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In a word, this life is nothing else but the Grace of the Spirit, regenerating, and renewing the whole soul of a sinner.
In a word, this life is nothing Else but the Grace of the Spirit, regenerating, and renewing the Whole soul of a sinner.
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It is saving light set up in the Mind, and saving wisdome set up in the Judgment,
It is Saving Light Set up in the Mind, and Saving Wisdom Set up in the Judgement,
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and saving grace set up in the Will and Affections, which alter the old sinfull nature in man,
and Saving grace Set up in the Will and Affections, which altar the old sinful nature in man,
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and are a new spiritual inclination to matters that are spiritual, yea, and a new spiritual ability or power in the whole soul of man to work that is spiritual:
and Are a new spiritual inclination to matters that Are spiritual, yea, and a new spiritual ability or power in the Whole soul of man to work that is spiritual:
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Whereas the Understanding could not know the things of God, now it is enabled to know them,
Whereas the Understanding could not know the things of God, now it is enabled to know them,
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and to admire them, and to study them:
and to admire them, and to study them:
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whereas the Will was both unable to good, and unwilling to good, and only set on what was evil;
whereas the Will was both unable to good, and unwilling to good, and only Set on what was evil;
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now, being quickned by Grace, it is drawn off from that affectionate inclination to evil,
now, being quickened by Grace, it is drawn off from that affectionate inclination to evil,
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and it is bent and inclined, and in some measure enabled to desire Christ, to love Jesus Christ, to fear God, to obey God, and to walk with God:
and it is bent and inclined, and in Some measure enabled to desire christ, to love jesus christ, to Fear God, to obey God, and to walk with God:
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And when this comes into the heart of a sinner, he is said to be alive again.
And when this comes into the heart of a sinner, he is said to be alive again.
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Shall I draw out my thoughts of this Subject more clearly unto you? Take me then thus.
Shall I draw out my thoughts of this Subject more clearly unto you? Take me then thus.
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When any sinner is made spiritually alive, 1. Jesus Christ applies himself to the Soul, and he breaths into it the Spirit of Life.
When any sinner is made spiritually alive, 1. jesus christ Applies himself to the Soul, and he breathes into it the Spirit of Life.
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He doth with a poor dead soul, much like as Eliah did with the Shunamites dead child; who lay upon the child,
He does with a poor dead soul, much like as Elijah did with the Shunamites dead child; who lay upon the child,
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and put his mouth upon the childs mouth, and his eyes upon the childs eyes, and his hands upon the childs hands;
and put his Mouth upon the child's Mouth, and his eyes upon the child's eyes, and his hands upon the child's hands;
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and he stretched himself upon the child, and the flesh of the child waxed warm:
and he stretched himself upon the child, and the Flesh of the child waxed warm:
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So the Lord Jesus applies himself by his Spirit to the soul of a sinner, (to all the soul of a sinner,) and works mightily in it, producing knowledge in a blind mind,
So the Lord jesus Applies himself by his Spirit to the soul of a sinner, (to all the soul of a sinner,) and works mightily in it, producing knowledge in a blind mind,
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and feeling in an hard heart, and faith in an unbelieving spirit, and all his Graces in the whole Soul. 2. Which gracious principles are all of them living principles;
and feeling in an hard heart, and faith in an unbelieving Spirit, and all his Graces in the Whole Soul. 2. Which gracious principles Are all of them living principles;
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and alter all the soul, and incline it spiritually:
and altar all the soul, and incline it spiritually:
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So that the man who cared not for God, nor Christ, nor Grace, nor holy Duties heretofore;
So that the man who cared not for God, nor christ, nor Grace, nor holy Duties heretofore;
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now his soul bends to these, and he minds these, and he is never better than when he is thinking of God,
now his soul bends to these, and he minds these, and he is never better than when he is thinking of God,
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and mourning for his sins, and thirsting for Christ, and praying to God, and hearing of the Word of God;
and mourning for his Sins, and thirsting for christ, and praying to God, and hearing of the Word of God;
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this is his desire, and this is his delight. 3. There is a power in these principles of spiritual life. A power against his sins;
this is his desire, and this is his delight. 3. There is a power in these principles of spiritual life. A power against his Sins;
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so that now he can hate them, and say, What have I to do any more with Idols? Get ye hence.
so that now he can hate them, and say, What have I to do any more with Idols? Get you hence.
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And a power in his affections;
And a power in his affections;
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so that now he is able to love God above all, and able to fear God, and not displease him willingly.
so that now he is able to love God above all, and able to Fear God, and not displease him willingly.
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And a power in his will;
And a power in his will;
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so that now he is able to come to Christ, and cleave to Christ, as his onely happiness.
so that now he is able to come to christ, and cleave to christ, as his only happiness.
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And a power to spiritual actions;
And a power to spiritual actions;
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so that he is now able to hear and understand, to pray and wrestle, to pray and believe, to believe and repent.
so that he is now able to hear and understand, to pray and wrestle, to pray and believe, to believe and Repent.
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Quest. 2. How it may be evidenced, that the converted man is thus made spiritually alive. Sol. Thus, 1. Every converted man hath a living union with Jesus Christ;
Quest. 2. How it may be evidenced, that the converted man is thus made spiritually alive. Sol. Thus, 1. Every converted man hath a living Union with jesus christ;
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he is brought into fellowship with Christ.
he is brought into fellowship with christ.
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Now Jesus Christ is a living Head, and all his members are living Members. 1 Joh. 5. 12. He that hath the Son, hath life.
Now jesus christ is a living Head, and all his members Are living Members. 1 John 5. 12. He that hath the Son, hath life.
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And Joh. 6. 51. I am the living bread, if any man eat of this bread, he shall live for ever.
And John 6. 51. I am the living bred, if any man eat of this bred, he shall live for ever.
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〈 ◊ 〉 2. All true grace is of a living nature: False grace is a dead thing, it hath no life, and can give no life; but true grace is living. 〈 ◊ 〉 2. All true grace is of a living nature: False grace is a dead thing, it hath no life, and can give no life; but true grace is living.
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True •aith is a living faith, I live by the faith of the Son of God, Gal. 2. 20. And true hope is a living hope;
True •aith is a living faith, I live by the faith of the Son of God, Gal. 2. 20. And true hope is a living hope;
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1 Pet. 1. 3. God hath begotten us to a lively hope. 3. Every converted man is the child of the living God;
1 Pet. 1. 3. God hath begotten us to a lively hope. 3. Every converted man is the child of the living God;
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he is born of the Spirit, who is the Spirit of life. God is not the God of the dead, but of the living;
he is born of the Spirit, who is the Spirit of life. God is not the God of the dead, but of the living;
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and God as a Father never begets any dead Children: All his children are begot after his own image;
and God as a Father never begets any dead Children: All his children Are begotten After his own image;
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they are partakers of the Divine nature, and that is a living nature. 〈 ◊ 〉 4. The converted man lives the rest of his life unto God.
they Are partakers of the Divine nature, and that is a living nature. 〈 ◊ 〉 4. The converted man lives the rest of his life unto God.
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1. Pet. 3. 2. None of us liveth to himself;
1. Pet. 3. 2. None of us lives to himself;
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for whether we live, we live unto the Lord, Rom. 14. 8. Can he possibly live unto the Lord,for whither we live, we live unto the Lord, Rom. 14. 8. Can he possibly live unto the Lord,
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until he be made alive by the Lord? What glory can God get by the life of a dead sinner? The living, the living, he shall praise thee,
until he be made alive by the Lord? What glory can God get by the life of a dead sinner? The living, the living, he shall praise thee,
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as I do this day, said Hez•kiah, Isa. 38. 19. God must have much glory from the converted man;as I do this day, said Hez•kiah, Isaiah 38. 19. God must have much glory from the converted man;
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not only passive glory on him, (this he hath on wicked men,) but active glory from him, glory from his believing,
not only passive glory on him, (this he hath on wicked men,) but active glory from him, glory from his believing,
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and glory from his obedience, which cannot be unless he be made alive, spiritually alive.
and glory from his Obedience, which cannot be unless he be made alive, spiritually alive.
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The Use of this Doctrine shall be to draw you into a searching acquaintance with your spiritual condition.
The Use of this Doctrine shall be to draw you into a searching acquaintance with your spiritual condition.
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There is not a business which can possibly concern you more nearly than this, Whether you be children of Death,
There is not a business which can possibly concern you more nearly than this, Whither you be children of Death,
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or of Life? Whether yet dead in sins, or quickned by the life of grace? Can it be said of us as here of the Prodigal, This my Son was dead,
or of Life? Whither yet dead in Sins, or quickened by the life of grace? Can it be said of us as Here of the Prodigal, This my Son was dead,
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but is alive? So we were sometimes disobedient, ignorant, proud, vile, serving divers lusts: but after that the grace of God hath appeared, we are alive;
but is alive? So we were sometime disobedient, ignorant, proud, vile, serving diverse Lustiest: but After that the grace of God hath appeared, we Are alive;
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we have put off those lusts, and have other Principles, other Natures, other Lives. Let me offer unto you four Motives, to try your souls about their spiritual Life.
we have put off those Lustiest, and have other Principles, other Nature's, other Lives. Let me offer unto you four Motives, to try your Souls about their spiritual Life.
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1. You have enjoyed the means of Life, The Gospel is often called, the Word of Life, a quickning and regenerating Word;
1. You have enjoyed the means of Life, The Gospel is often called, the Word of Life, a quickening and regenerating Word;
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it carries Christ in it, the Author of Life;
it carries christ in it, the Author of Life;
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and the Apostle calls it, the Ministration of Life: And perhaps it hath been so to some poor man and woman,
and the Apostle calls it, the Ministration of Life: And perhaps it hath been so to Some poor man and woman,
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and to some of thy children.
and to Some of thy children.
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But O how long hast thou heard it? how often hast thou come to this Bread of Life? to these Waters of Life? What! and yet dead in thy sins? not yet quickned and made alive? Why!
But Oh how long hast thou herd it? how often hast thou come to this Bred of Life? to these Waters of Life? What! and yet dead in thy Sins? not yet quickened and made alive? Why!
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thou art a reproach to the Gospel;
thou art a reproach to the Gospel;
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and thy sins have not only given, death to thy soul, but death to the Gospel of Christ, the Gospel is made by them a dead Letter;
and thy Sins have not only given, death to thy soul, but death to the Gospel of christ, the Gospel is made by them a dead letter;
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it is not so in it self, but thou hast made it so:
it is not so in it self, but thou hast made it so:
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And how wilt thou answer God, for killing thy soul, and killing his Christ, and killing his Gospel?
And how wilt thou answer God, for killing thy soul, and killing his christ, and killing his Gospel?
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2. Many have a name that they live, but (like the Angel of the Church of Sardis) they are dead, Revel. 3. 1. Oh Sirs!
2. Many have a name that they live, but (like the Angel of the Church of Sardis) they Are dead, Revel. 3. 1. O Sirs!
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Spiritual life, (the life of grace,) is a rare thing, and a difficult thing.
Spiritual life, (the life of grace,) is a rare thing, and a difficult thing.
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Every man loves his life, but few love this life:
Every man loves his life, but few love this life:
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No man hates his own life (almost,) but most men hate this life of grace,
No man hates his own life (almost,) but most men hate this life of grace,
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because it is destructive to this life of sin:
Because it is destructive to this life of since:
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And many think they have it, and others think so too, and yet they have it not.
And many think they have it, and Others think so too, and yet they have it not.
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You know, it is one thing to put Flowers upon a dead body, and another thing to put life into a dead man:
You know, it is one thing to put Flowers upon a dead body, and Another thing to put life into a dead man:
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It is one thing for the Sun to convey light, another thing for the Sun to convey life.
It is one thing for the Sun to convey Light, Another thing for the Sun to convey life.
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I might shew you, that m•n mistake spiritual life exceedingly:
I might show you, that m•n mistake spiritual life exceedingly:
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Education in a person may lead him far, and so may an enlightned and generous Conscience,
Education in a person may led him Far, and so may an enlightened and generous Conscience,
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and so may restraining Grace, and so may Art, and so may the common gifts of the Spirit;
and so may restraining Grace, and so may Art, and so may the Common Gifts of the Spirit;
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they may enable a man to strange conceptions, and strange affections, and strange actions, and yet the man may be spiritually dead:
they may enable a man to strange conceptions, and strange affections, and strange actions, and yet the man may be spiritually dead:
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Not any of these flow from a gracious principle of spiritual life: Why! common Gifts may lead up the soul far, and Education may lead to Duties much,
Not any of these flow from a gracious principle of spiritual life: Why! Common Gifts may led up the soul Far, and Education may led to Duties much,
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and Conscience may awe sin exceedingly, and Art or Hypocrisie may counterfeit the very life of Grace (as a Stage-player doth a King) wonderfully.
and Conscience may awe sin exceedingly, and Art or Hypocrisy may counterfeit the very life of Grace (as a Stage-player does a King) wonderfully.
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O therefore, look to it, that you have more than a name of life; that you live indeed.
O Therefore, look to it, that you have more than a name of life; that you live indeed.
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3. If you should deceive your selves, and when you come to die, you find that you have been dead all your lives,
3. If you should deceive your selves, and when you come to die, you find that you have been dead all your lives,
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and never were spiritually made alive; Oh! in what a condition will thy poor trembling soul be!
and never were spiritually made alive; Oh! in what a condition will thy poor trembling soul be!
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To die, and see nothing but death!
To die, and see nothing but death!
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I thought there was life in my heart, and life in my strong faith, and life in my troubles of spirit, and life in my obedience;
I Thought there was life in my heart, and life in my strong faith, and life in my Troubles of Spirit, and life in my Obedience;
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but alas, I never lived, I never enjoyed Christ, never enjoyed grace, &c. 4. If the Lord hath made thee alive from the dead, I do not know any man living on the earth, that hath such cause of joy unspeakable and glorious.
but alas, I never lived, I never enjoyed christ, never enjoyed grace, etc. 4. If the Lord hath made thee alive from the dead, I do not know any man living on the earth, that hath such cause of joy unspeakable and glorious.
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I will mention but three particulars unto thee. 1. Hereby thou mayest be assured of thy interest in the richest mercy,
I will mention but three particulars unto thee. 1. Hereby thou Mayest be assured of thy Interest in the Richest mercy,
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and greatest love of God to thy poor soul. Read but the Apostle in Ephes. 2. 4. But God, who is rich in mercy,
and greatest love of God to thy poor soul. Read but the Apostle in Ephesians 2. 4. But God, who is rich in mercy,
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for his great love wherewith he loved us, v. 5. even when we were dead in sins, hath quickned us. for his great love wherewith he loved us, v. 5. even when we were dead in Sins, hath quickened us.
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2. Thou mayest palpably discover the tokens and vertues of Jesus Christ upon thy soul, the very Effigies of the saving works of Christ;
2. Thou Mayest palpably discover the tokens and Virtues of jesus christ upon thy soul, the very Effigies of the Saving works of christ;
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that which Paul so longed to know, even the power of the death and of the resurrection of Christ, Philip. 3. 10. In thy death to Sin,
that which Paul so longed to know, even the power of the death and of the resurrection of christ, Philip. 3. 10. In thy death to since,
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and in thy life of Grace, doth the power of Christs death, and of Christs resurrection appear. 3. Thou mayest certainly know, that Heaven shall be the place of thy rest hereafter.
and in thy life of Grace, does the power of Christ death, and of Christ resurrection appear. 3. Thou Mayest Certainly know, that Heaven shall be the place of thy rest hereafter.
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Spiritual life comes from Heaven, and bends to Heaven, and shall bring to Heaven:
Spiritual life comes from Heaven, and bends to Heaven, and shall bring to Heaven:
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It prepares for Heaven, and it is a part of Heaven, and it shall be perfected and filled up in Heaven. O what things are these! who would miss of these!
It prepares for Heaven, and it is a part of Heaven, and it shall be perfected and filled up in Heaven. O what things Are these! who would miss of these!
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For Christs sake, search throughly whether you be made alive.
For Christ sake, search thoroughly whither you be made alive.
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Now me thinks I hear some soul secretly longing to know how it may be cleared un•o it, That God hath quickned it from the dead;
Now me thinks I hear Some soul secretly longing to know how it may be cleared un•o it, That God hath quickened it from the dead;
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That as it was once dead, yet it is now alive. Sol. There are many things which may clearly declare it;
That as it was once dead, yet it is now alive. Sol. There Are many things which may clearly declare it;
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for indeed, life is such an active thing, (especially spiritual life,) that it may easily appear, sometimes or other, to him who hath it.
for indeed, life is such an active thing, (especially spiritual life,) that it may Easily appear, sometime or other, to him who hath it.
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1. If sin be alive, then thou art still dead; and if sin be dead, thou art certainly alive.
1. If since be alive, then thou art still dead; and if since be dead, thou art Certainly alive.
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I will open both these par•s. 1. If sin be alive, then the man is dead;
I will open both these par•s. 1. If since be alive, then the man is dead;
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for it is impossible that the same man should be alive and dead under the same consideration.
for it is impossible that the same man should be alive and dead under the same consideration.
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Spiritual Life and spiritual Death are incompatible at the same time in the same subject: And therefore, if sin be alive, questionless you are spiritually dead.
Spiritual Life and spiritual Death Are incompatible At the same time in the same Subject: And Therefore, if since be alive, questionless you Are spiritually dead.
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Now there are four things which manifest sin to be alive in any mans soul. 1. The flaming bents, and in•atiable desires of the heart,
Now there Are four things which manifest since to be alive in any men soul. 1. The flaming bents, and in•atiable Desires of the heart,
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after things forbidden in the Word. After things forbidden in the Word.
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Ephes. 4. 19. we read of sin with greediness 2. The universal and easie authority, law, or command that it hath over the soul and body;
Ephesians 4. 19. we read of since with greediness 2. The universal and easy Authority, law, or command that it hath over the soul and body;
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that it can use them in the service of lusts, when, and as it pleaseth, Ephes. 2. 2, 3. 3. The joyfull contentation and satisfaction which the heart takes in evil things;
that it can use them in the service of Lustiest, when, and as it Pleases, Ephesians 2. 2, 3. 3. The joyful contentation and satisfaction which the heart Takes in evil things;
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as we do in meat and drink. 4. The customary trade and course of our life in sinfull ways;
as we do in meat and drink. 4. The customary trade and course of our life in sinful ways;
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a walking in them, a living in them.
a walking in them, a living in them.
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O, if these be yet found in thee, sin is alive still, and thou art dead still. 2. But if sin be dead, thou art certainly alive.
O, if these be yet found in thee, since is alive still, and thou art dead still. 2. But if since be dead, thou art Certainly alive.
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I confess, sin may be restrained, and a man not alive; and sin may be troublesome in some respects, and a man not yet alive: I confess, since may be restrained, and a man not alive; and since may be troublesome in Some respects, and a man not yet alive:
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But if it be dead, the man is spiritually alive; for sin in thee can never come to be dead, but by spiritual life.
But if it be dead, the man is spiritually alive; for since in thee can never come to be dead, but by spiritual life.
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Now sin is dead in thee, if thou canst find two things. 1. If it hath lost thy affections:
Now since is dead in thee, if thou Canst find two things. 1. If it hath lost thy affections:
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If love to sin be gone, and hatred of sin be come; if delight in sin be quenched, and sorrow for sin be implanted. Oh Sirs!
If love to since be gone, and hatred of since be come; if delight in since be quenched, and sorrow for since be implanted. O Sirs!
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the love of sin is the life of sin;
the love of since is the life of since;
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and if the hatred of sin doth live, then the love of sin is dead. 2. If it hath lost its Authority, its free and uncontrolled power;
and if the hatred of since does live, then the love of since is dead. 2. If it hath lost its authority, its free and uncontrolled power;
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although it molests still, and tempts still, yet it rules not, thou art not a slave to it,
although it molests still, and tempts still, yet it rules not, thou art not a slave to it,
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and subject to it, thou wilt not serve it, obey it any longer:
and Subject to it, thou wilt not serve it, obey it any longer:
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If thou hast Christ for thy Lord, the Law of Christ for thy Rule, and Sin for thy Enemy, thou art alive.
If thou hast christ for thy Lord, the Law of christ for thy Rule, and since for thy Enemy, thou art alive.
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2. A second sign of spiritual life is, a spiritual sense of spiritual wants. This is an undoubted truth, That where there is life, there is sense;
2. A second Signen of spiritual life is, a spiritual sense of spiritual Wants. This is an undoubted truth, That where there is life, there is sense;
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and where there is sense, there is life:
and where there is sense, there is life:
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If the life be a spiritual life, then the sense is a spiritual sense, a feeling of our spiritual wants.
If the life be a spiritual life, then the sense is a spiritual sense, a feeling of our spiritual Wants.
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When the Prodigal began to live, he began to feel; to feel; to feel his nakedness, to feel his poverty, to feel his wants:
When the Prodigal began to live, he began to feel; to feel; to feel his nakedness, to feel his poverty, to feel his Wants:
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And when Paul began to live, he began to see his wants; Rom. 7. 14. The law is spiritual, but I am carnal, sold under sin:
And when Paul began to live, he began to see his Wants; Rom. 7. 14. The law is spiritual, but I am carnal, sold under since:
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I know that in me there dwelleth no good thing; how to perform that which is good, I find not. I know that in me there dwells no good thing; how to perform that which is good, I find not.
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O when God gives grace unto the heart, that grace, though never so weak; affords two operations: 1. It gives you a clearer sight of sin;
Oh when God gives grace unto the heart, that grace, though never so weak; affords two operations: 1. It gives you a clearer sighed of since;
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2. it gives you a fuller sight of your wants. It is Learning which makes us to see how much Learning we want;
2. it gives you a fuller sighed of your Wants. It is Learning which makes us to see how much Learning we want;
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it is Health which makes you see how much Health you want;
it is Health which makes you see how much Health you want;
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it is Grace which makes you see how little Grace you have, and how much you still need:
it is Grace which makes you see how little Grace you have, and how much you still need:
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No man rightly feels the want of more Faith, but by some Faith; the want of more Softness, but by some Softness.
No man rightly feels the want of more Faith, but by Some Faith; the want of more Softness, but by Some Softness.
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Object. But now the Question may be, How a man may know, that the sense of his wants be a spiritual sense of them? for many men say that they want such and such spiritual Graces, Object. But now the Question may be, How a man may know, that the sense of his Wants be a spiritual sense of them? for many men say that they want such and such spiritual Graces,
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and yet they have not a spiritual life in them.
and yet they have not a spiritual life in them.
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Sol. I answer• There are four things which declare the sense of our spiritual wants to be a true spiritual sense: 1. Ordinarily, it follows after a deep Conviction of sin; Sol. I answer• There Are four things which declare the sense of our spiritual Wants to be a true spiritual sense: 1. Ordinarily, it follows After a deep Conviction of since;
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that man deceives himself, who talks of spiritual wants, and yet never saw his spiritual fulness of sin.
that man deceives himself, who talks of spiritual Wants, and yet never saw his spiritual fullness of since.
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The Lords ordinary way in Conversion is, To strip us wholly of our selves;
The lords ordinary Way in Conversion is, To strip us wholly of our selves;
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and therefore, 1. He opens our eyes to see how rich we have been in sin;
and Therefore, 1. He Opens our eyes to see how rich we have been in since;
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2. To see how poor and nothing we are in Grace. 2. If it be a spiritual sense, it is an humbling sense: He who can see much sin in himself,
2. To see how poor and nothing we Are in Grace. 2. If it be a spiritual sense, it is an humbling sense: He who can see much since in himself,
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and not be troubled, is not rightly sensible of sin;
and not be troubled, is not rightly sensible of since;
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and he who can see much want of grace in himself, and not be humbled, is not spiritually sensible of his spiritual wants.
and he who can see much want of grace in himself, and not be humbled, is not spiritually sensible of his spiritual Wants.
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What! and yet so little Knowledge! yet so little Faith! and yet so little Love of Christ!
What! and yet so little Knowledge! yet so little Faith! and yet so little Love of christ!
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yet no more strength to pray, to deny my self, to overcome my sins! And now he mourns and weeps.
yet no more strength to pray, to deny my self, to overcome my Sins! And now he mourns and weeps.
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3. If it be a living spiritual sense, it is an humb•e sense. The presence of Grace (though little) breeds an high conflict with all sin,
3. If it be a living spiritual sense, it is an humb•e sense. The presence of Grace (though little) breeds an high conflict with all since,
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and a lowly spirit under all wants.
and a lowly Spirit under all Wants.
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This man admires at other Christians Graces, and prizes them, and goes home, and confesseth, Lord, I am less then the least of all Saints.
This man admires At other Christians Graces, and prizes them, and Goes home, and Confesses, Lord, I am less then the least of all Saints.
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4. If it be a spiritual sense, then it is a careful and an active sense:
4. If it be a spiritual sense, then it is a careful and an active sense:
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It would have these wants supplied;
It would have these Wants supplied;
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it is full of inquiry, what shall I do? and it is full of Prayer, I believe, Lord, help my unbeliefe:
it is full of inquiry, what shall I do? and it is full of Prayer, I believe, Lord, help my unbelief:
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The sense of want will not cease but in the sense of supply. 3. A spiritual appetite is a sign of spiritual life;
The sense of want will not cease but in the sense of supply. 3. A spiritual appetite is a Signen of spiritual life;
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You know that life seeks its own preservation; the living man must have food, and will have food:
You know that life seeks its own preservation; the living man must have food, and will have food:
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As soon as ever a child is born, if it be living, nature prompts it to crave the brests;
As soon as ever a child is born, if it be living, nature prompts it to crave the breasts;
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and verily, so it is with every new born Christian;
and verily, so it is with every new born Christian;
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As new born babes desire the sincere milk of the word, 1 Pet. 2. 2. As soon as the Prodigal began to be spiritually alive, he presently thought of food;As new born babes desire the sincere milk of the word, 1 Pet. 2. 2. As soon as the Prodigal began to be spiritually alive, he presently Thought of food;
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O, (saith he) there is bread enough in my Fathers house, and to spare:
Oh, (Says he) there is bred enough in my Father's house, and to spare:
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As there is bread for life, so there is bread of life; and as there are waters for life, so there are waters of life;
As there is bred for life, so there is bred of life; and as there Are waters for life, so there Are waters of life;
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there is spiritual bread, and spiritual water:
there is spiritual bred, and spiritual water:
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Corpus Christi est pabulum fidei, The Lord Jesus and his Ordinances are the spiritual food of the soul;Corpus Christ est pabulum fidei, The Lord jesus and his Ordinances Are the spiritual food of the soul;
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and when a man receives a spiritual life, he cannot live without them, but depends on them as for the nutrition and preservation of his life.
and when a man receives a spiritual life, he cannot live without them, but depends on them as for the nutrition and preservation of his life.
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Here again it may be demanded, How a Christian may know that his appetite is a truly spiritual appetite, flowing from life? To which I answer thus:
Here again it may be demanded, How a Christian may know that his appetite is a truly spiritual appetite, flowing from life? To which I answer thus:
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If it be an appetite flowing from spiritual life. 1. Then it is a strong appetite; the Scriptures call it an hungring and thirsting, the strongest and fiercest of all appetites:
If it be an appetite flowing from spiritual life. 1. Then it is a strong appetite; the Scriptures call it an hungering and thirsting, the Strongest and Fiercest of all appetites:
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O Sirs, There is an appetite dainty, and there is an appetite hungry;
Oh Sirs, There is an appetite dainty, and there is an appetite hungry;
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there is a difference twixt a want on empty desire, and an hungring, or an appetite for life.
there is a difference betwixt a want on empty desire, and an hungering, or an appetite for life.
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Give me children, or else I dye; Give me children, or Else I die;
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the word is to such a man, more then his appointed food. 2. It is an Ʋniversal Appetite: Some men have a stomack to the Word, but not to the Sacrament;
the word is to such a man, more then his appointed food. 2. It is an Ʋniversal Appetite: some men have a stomach to the Word, but not to the Sacrament;
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and some have a stomack to the Sacrament: (O, that they must have) but not to the Word;
and Some have a stomach to the Sacrament: (Oh, that they must have) but not to the Word;
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and some have a stomack to this part of the Word, not to that part of the Word,
and Some have a stomach to this part of the Word, not to that part of the Word,
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and to it as thus dressed, and another way dressed; New Dishes for dainty stomacks: But a Christian in whom the life of Grace is wrought, why!
and to it as thus dressed, and Another Way dressed; New Dishes for dainty stomachs: But a Christian in whom the life of Grace is wrought, why!
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he is for the Word, and he is for Sacrament, and he is for all Christs Ordinances, and all Christs truths:
he is for the Word, and he is for Sacrament, and he is for all Christ Ordinances, and all Christ truths:
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Why! (saith he) I have a proud heart, and such a truth will humble it;
Why! (Says he) I have a proud heart, and such a truth will humble it;
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and I have a troubled heart, and such a truth will comfort it; and I have a doubtful heart, and such a truth will direct it;
and I have a troubled heart, and such a truth will Comfort it; and I have a doubtful heart, and such a truth will Direct it;
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and I have a weak heart, and such an Ordinance will strengthen it;
and I have a weak heart, and such an Ordinance will strengthen it;
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so that he sees food in all of them, and he hath an appetite to all of them. 3. It is a constant appetite: Give a living man food in the morning,
so that he sees food in all of them, and he hath an appetite to all of them. 3. It is a constant appetite: Give a living man food in the morning,
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and Life looks for some at night; he can feed to day, and he can feed to morrow too.
and Life looks for Some At night; he can feed to day, and he can feed to morrow too.
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Thus it is with a living man; though when a man is dying, his stomack dies in him, and leaves him:
Thus it is with a living man; though when a man is dying, his stomach die in him, and leaves him:
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One Sermon a moneth, or a year, will satisfie.
One Sermon a Monn, or a year, will satisfy.
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A living Christian, he takes in provision every market day (every Sabbath) for his soul,
A living Christian, he Takes in provision every market day (every Sabbath) for his soul,
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and he longs for the market day again: O, when will the Sabbath come again! O, when shall I appear before God again!
and he longs for the market day again: Oh, when will the Sabbath come again! O, when shall I appear before God again!
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O, when shall I sit down, and be entertained at Christs Table again!
O, when shall I fit down, and be entertained At Christ Table again!
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O, I could hear of Christ, of Faith, of Mortification, of the Love of God, of newness of Obedience, &c. still I need more heavenly nourishment for my Graces, &c. 4. Spiritual Growth is a sign of Spiritual Life:
O, I could hear of christ, of Faith, of Mortification, of the Love of God, of newness of obedience, etc. still I need more heavenly nourishment for my Graces, etc. 4. Spiritual Growth is a Signen of Spiritual Life:
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You know that living men do grow, until they attain unto that proportion and measure, which Nature (say the Philosophers,) God (say we) allots unto them.
You know that living men do grow, until they attain unto that proportion and measure, which Nature (say the Philosophers,) God (say we) allots unto them.
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Therefore living Christians are compared to a sucking and thriving child, which sucks and growes by sucking:
Therefore living Christians Are compared to a sucking and thriving child, which sucks and grows by sucking:
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And to living branches that grow into more strength;
And to living branches that grow into more strength;
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and in Scripture, True Grace (which is the same with spiritual life) it is of an increasing and growing nature;
and in Scripture, True Grace (which is the same with spiritual life) it is of an increasing and growing nature;
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Christ compares it to a grain of Mustard-seed, which is little at first, but in time growes and spreads exceedingly;
christ compares it to a grain of Mustard seed, which is little At First, but in time grows and spreads exceedingly;
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and Solomon compares it to the Sun, which riseth more and more to the perfect day.
and Solomon compares it to the Sun, which Riseth more and more to the perfect day.
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Paul commends the Corinthians, that they did abound in all Grace; and praies for the Philippians, that their love might a bound yet more and more in knowledg, and in all Judgment; Paul commends the Corinthians, that they did abound in all Grace; and prays for the Philippians, that their love might a bound yet more and more in knowledge, and in all Judgement;
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And he himself forgat what was behind, and pressed forward, and counted himself not to have apprehended. O you!
And he himself forgot what was behind, and pressed forward, and counted himself not to have apprehended. Oh you!
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who take your selves to be alive, do you grow in grace? Many men grow worse and worse under the means of Grace;
who take your selves to be alive, do you grow in grace? Many men grow Worse and Worse under the means of Grace;
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many grow in notions, but they do not grow in Grace; many grow into new opinions, but they do not grow in holy affections.
many grow in notions, but they do not grow in Grace; many grow into new opinions, but they do not grow in holy affections.
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But do you grow in Grace? and do you grow in all Grace? and do you grow according to the means of Growth? Alas!
But do you grow in Grace? and do you grow in all Grace? and do you grow according to the means of Growth? Alas!
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many men decay apace, and many men, like pictures, retain the same dimensions; sin is no more weakned after forty years living, then at the first;
many men decay apace, and many men, like pictures, retain the same dimensions; since is no more weakened After forty Years living, then At the First;
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their old sins retain their old strength, and their faith receives no augmentation;
their old Sins retain their old strength, and their faith receives no augmentation;
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they are no more able to trust on God for their bodies, nor to rely on Christ for their souls then heretofore.
they Are no more able to trust on God for their bodies, nor to rely on christ for their Souls then heretofore.
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The barrenness and unfruitfulness of Christians, is an unspeakable dishonour to the Gospel, and an evident testimony, that they have but a form of Godliness without the power of it;
The Barrenness and unfruitfulness of Christians, is an unspeakable dishonour to the Gospel, and an evident testimony, that they have but a from of Godliness without the power of it;
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I might now have shewn you, that true spiritual Growth is 1. Especially an inward Growth. 2. And a general Growth. 3. And the Growth comes in by the Growth of Faith. 4. And appears best in the Growth of humili•y.
I might now have shown you, that true spiritual Growth is 1. Especially an inward Growth. 2. And a general Growth. 3. And the Growth comes in by the Growth of Faith. 4. And appears best in the Growth of humili•y.
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5. A spiritual cry or breath, is another sign of spiritual life: If a man can but groan and breath, that man is a living man.
5. A spiritual cry or breath, is Another Signen of spiritual life: If a man can but groan and breath, that man is a living man.
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When Paul was converted, Ananias was sent unto him, as to a chosen Vessel, Behold (said God unto him) he prayeth: in Zach. 12. 10. The Spirit of Grace, and of Supplication are joyned,
When Paul was converted, Ananias was sent unto him, as to a chosen Vessel, Behold (said God unto him) he Prayeth: in Zach 12. 10. The Spirit of Grace, and of Supplication Are joined,
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for the one never goes without the other: But will some reply, This cannot be a sure sign of spiritual life;
for the one never Goes without the other: But will Some reply, This cannot be a sure Signen of spiritual life;
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for a wicked man may pray, and cry to God; we read of their Prayers and cries in Scripture often.
for a wicked man may pray, and cry to God; we read of their Prayers and cries in Scripture often.
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I grant it, But 1. There is a difference twixt a spiritual cry, and a natural cry;
I grant it, But 1. There is a difference betwixt a spiritual cry, and a natural cry;
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their cries arise from natural principles, but not from a spiritual principle. 2. It is the cry of a distressed man,
their cries arise from natural principles, but not from a spiritual principle. 2. It is the cry of a distressed man,
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but not of a renewed man. 3. It is a cry for natural and outward good,
but not of a renewed man. 3. It is a cry for natural and outward good,
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but not for spiritual and everlasting good. 4. And when they cry for mercy and heaven;
but not for spiritual and everlasting good. 4. And when they cry for mercy and heaven;
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it is not that mercy may bring them into an holy communion with God, but only that mercy may keep them from wrath and Hell.
it is not that mercy may bring them into an holy communion with God, but only that mercy may keep them from wrath and Hell.
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6. Lastly, A spiritual manner of working is an infallible evidence of a spiritual quickning• When the Lord converts a man and makes him spiritually alive, he now works spiritual work. 1. By Spiritual Rules. 2. From Spiritual Principles in the strength of Christ, by Faith,
6. Lastly, A spiritual manner of working is an infallible evidence of a spiritual quickning• When the Lord converts a man and makes him spiritually alive, he now works spiritual work. 1. By Spiritual Rules. 2. From Spiritual Principles in the strength of christ, by Faith,
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and from love. 3. With Spiritual Affections, willingly, cheerfully, and delightfully. 4. For Spiritual ends. 1. By Spiritual Rules; To as many as walk according to this Rule, peace be on them, Gal. 6. 16. A dead and unconverted man lives by the Rules of his sensual Lusts,
and from love. 3. With Spiritual Affections, willingly, cheerfully, and delightfully. 4. For Spiritual ends. 1. By Spiritual Rules; To as many as walk according to this Rule, peace be on them, Gal. 6. 16. A dead and unconverted man lives by the Rules of his sensual Lustiest,
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or the customes of the World, or the wisdome of carnal policy; sin rules him, and men rule him, and his profits and pleasures rule him:
or the customs of the World, or the Wisdom of carnal policy; since rules him, and men Rule him, and his profits and pleasures Rule him:
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But when the man is converted, now God rules him;
But when the man is converted, now God rules him;
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he stands in awe of Gods Word ▪ and lives, as 1 Pet. 4. 2. To the Will of God:
he Stands in awe of God's Word ▪ and lives, as 1 Pet. 4. 2. To the Will of God:
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His actions, intentions, desires, steps are measured by the word;
His actions, intentions, Desires, steps Are measured by the word;
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tis not An libet, but An licet; The word lets him out, and brings him in:
this not an libet, but an licet; The word lets him out, and brings him in:
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Whether the living Creature went, thither the Wheeles went, so, &c. 2. From spiritual Principles: O Sirs, a man may do much work (which we call spiritual) from a Carnal and low principle; Whither the living Creature went, thither the Wheels went, so, etc. 2. From spiritual Principles: Oh Sirs, a man may do much work (which we call spiritual) from a Carnal and low principle;
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self-Love, vain-Glory, Education, a quick Conscience, may set out much: But the living Christians work arises from union with Christ;
self-Love, vain-Glory, Education, a quick Conscience, may Set out much: But the living Christians work arises from Union with christ;
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all is done in the strength of Christ, and Faith fetcheth strength from Christ to pray,
all is done in the strength of christ, and Faith Fetches strength from christ to pray,
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and to preach, and to mourn, and to repent, &c. 3. With spiritual affections: There is a connaturalness twixt a spiritual heart, and a spiritual work.
and to preach, and to mourn, and to Repent, etc. 3. With spiritual affections: There is a connaturalness betwixt a spiritual heart, and a spiritual work.
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Thy word was the rejoycing of my heart;
Thy word was the rejoicing of my heart;
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I was glad (said David) when they said unto me, let us go to the House of the Lord. I was glad (said David) when they said unto me, let us go to the House of the Lord.
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I delight (saith Paul) in the Law of God after the inward man: It is good for •e to draw near to God: I delight (Says Paul) in the Law of God After the inward man: It is good for •e to draw near to God:
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There are affections in the works of a living man;
There Are affections in the works of a living man;
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his works drop out of his heart, another mans fall out of his parts. 4. For spiritual ends; So that Christ may be glorifyed:
his works drop out of his heart, Another men fallen out of his parts. 4. For spiritual ends; So that christ may be glorified:
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we live unto the Lord, unto him that dyed for us; Whatsoever ye do, do it to the Glory of God;
we live unto the Lord, unto him that died for us; Whatsoever you do, do it to the Glory of God;
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that God in all things may be glorifyed through Jesus Christ, 1 Pet. 4. 11. Obj. But will some say, if these be signs of the life of Grace; that God in all things may be glorified through jesus christ, 1 Pet. 4. 11. Object But will Some say, if these be Signs of the life of Grace;
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of one being made spiritually alive, then I am in a sad condition:
of one being made spiritually alive, then I am in a sad condition:
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For 1. I find much sin still living in me. 2. And I find very dull, if not dead affections;
For 1. I find much since still living in me. 2. And I find very dull, if not dead affections;
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and I find, 3. Exceeding impotency to what is good. 4. And I cannot find that old appetite,
and I find, 3. Exceeding impotency to what is good. 4. And I cannot find that old appetite,
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and those old •ervent crie• of Prayer which here 〈 ◊ 〉 I found. 5. And as for grow hunder spiritual means, O, my heart sinks to behold the rich seasons of Grace,
and those old •ervent crie• of Prayer which Here 〈 ◊ 〉 I found. 5. And as for grow Hunder spiritual means, Oh, my heart sinks to behold the rich seasons of Grace,
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and my barrenness and unfruitfulness under them.
and my Barrenness and unfruitfulness under them.
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Sol. I should be •••th that any truly living Soul should go away with a sad heart; Sol. I should be •••th that any truly living Soul should go away with a sad heart;
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therefore give me leave to answer thy fears, 1. Generally. 2. Then distinctly.
Therefore give me leave to answer thy fears, 1. Generally. 2. Then distinctly.
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1. Generally thus: 1. Such complaints as these (ordinarily) are the language not of the dead, but of the living:
1. Generally thus: 1. Such complaints as these (ordinarily) Are the language not of the dead, but of the living:
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When shall you hear such indit•ments from a base, lewd, sin-loving, and serving person? O no, these are the complaints of an heart that is spiritually sensible,
When shall you hear such indit•ments from a base, lewd, sin-loving, and serving person? O no, these Are the complaints of an heart that is spiritually sensible,
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and spiritually tender, and spiritually jealous, and which would not be deceived in its spiritual condition. 2. If such complaints as these be attended with inward humblings,
and spiritually tender, and spiritually jealous, and which would not be deceived in its spiritual condition. 2. If such complaints as these be attended with inward humblings,
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and abasings of the heart, and with desires and endeavours of help, assuredly they are the Testimonies of a living man:and abasings of the heart, and with Desires and endeavours of help, assuredly they Are the Testimonies of a living man:
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Who shall deliver me, O wretched man! Who shall deliver me, Oh wretched man!
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was the complaint of living Paul. 3. If thou canst not at all times find every one of the forenamed Symptomes of life; yet if at any time thou canst find any one of them, it is a sign that thou livest;
was the complaint of living Paul. 3. If thou Canst not At all times find every one of the forenamed Symptoms of life; yet if At any time thou Canst find any one of them, it is a Signen that thou Livest;
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if the child doth not go, yet if it sucks, this shews life; if it doth not speak, yet if it cry, it is alive;
if the child does not go, yet if it sucks, this shows life; if it does not speak, yet if it cry, it is alive;
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if it doth not cry, yet if it breath, it is a sign of life: If there be groanings under the burden of sin, and •ighings, for help, for grace,
if it does not cry, yet if it breath, it is a Signen of life: If there be groanings under the burden of since, and •ighings, for help, for grace,
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for Christ, &c. they are a sign of life.
for christ, etc. they Are a Signen of life.
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O Christian, the spiritual life is sometimes more open, and full, and lively, and quick in actions;
O Christian, the spiritual life is sometime more open, and full, and lively, and quick in actions;
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and sometimes it is reduced to desires, to a will, to a complaint, to a tear, to a sigh, to a groan;
and sometime it is reduced to Desires, to a will, to a complaint, to a tear, to a sighs, to a groan;
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O, that I could pray, O, that I could believe. 2. Dictinctly to the particular Cases.
Oh, that I could pray, Oh, that I could believe. 2. Dictinctly to the particular Cases.
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Obj. 1. Thou fearest that thou art not alive, because much sin is yet living in thee: Object 1. Thou Fearest that thou art not alive, Because much since is yet living in thee:
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To which I answer. 1. It is with the Christian made alive by Grace, as it was with Lazarus made alive by Christ, who had for a while his grave cloathes on him,
To which I answer. 1. It is with the Christian made alive by Grace, as it was with Lazarus made alive by christ, who had for a while his grave clothes on him,
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and he was bound hand and foot, and yet he was made alive;
and he was bound hand and foot, and yet he was made alive;
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so there may be many sinful corruptions, yet cleaving to that soul, which is indeed quickned with spiritual life.
so there may be many sinful corruptions, yet cleaving to that soul, which is indeed quickened with spiritual life.
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Nay, if thou didst feel no sinful corruptions, I should question whether yet thou wer• made alive,
Nay, if thou didst feel no sinful corruptions, I should question whither yet thou wer• made alive,
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for spiritual life or grace doth give unto the soul, 1. The clearest sense of sin. 2. And the greatest grief for sin. 3. And the strongest combate and conflict with sin. 2. There is a difference twixt a feeling of sin still stirring in us,
for spiritual life or grace does give unto the soul, 1. The Clearest sense of since. 2. And the greatest grief for since. 3. And the Strongest combat and conflict with since. 2. There is a difference betwixt a feeling of since still stirring in us,
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and of the life of sin still ruling in us: Thou feelest sin living in temptation, but dost thou feel sin living in thy affection;and of the life of since still ruling in us: Thou Feel sin living in temptation, but dost thou feel since living in thy affection;
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Thou feelest sin molesting of thee as a Tyrant, but dost thou acknowledg sin ruling over thee as a King. 3. And what doest thou, when thou findest sin thus working? Dost thou dye daily? If thou feelest sin as if it were alive, doth not this humble thee? and doth not this hasten thee by Faith unto Christ, for more crucifying virtue?
Thou Feel sin molesting of thee as a Tyrant, but dost thou acknowledge since ruling over thee as a King. 3. And what dost thou, when thou Findest since thus working? Dost thou die daily? If thou Feel sin as if it were alive, does not this humble thee? and does not this hasten thee by Faith unto christ, for more crucifying virtue?
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Obj. 2. Thou fearest that yet thou art not alive, because thou discernest m•ch spiritual dulness, and deadness in thy affections and operations. Object 2. Thou Fearest that yet thou art not alive, Because thou discernest m•ch spiritual dullness, and deadness in thy affections and operations.
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Sol. I answer. 1. Even the living have so•nd too much spiritual deadness in their hearts:
Sol. I answer. 1. Even the living have so•nd too much spiritual deadness in their hearts:
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Davids soul was heavy, and cast down, and indisposed, and a deadness possessed him, and he prayes of en•;Davids soul was heavy, and cast down, and indisposed, and a deadness possessed him, and he prays of en•;
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O Lord quicken me. 2. But is there not a difference twixt deadness and death;
Oh Lord quicken me. 2. But is there not a difference betwixt deadness and death;
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death is the total privation of life (where there is spiritual death? there is not so much as the habit of grace) but deadness is some diminution,
death is the total privation of life (where there is spiritual death? there is not so much as the habit of grace) but deadness is Some diminution,
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or some damp upon the habit of grace, that it steps not out to its acts, with that liberty,
or Some damp upon the habit of grace, that it steps not out to its acts, with that liberty,
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and that alacrity as it was wont, and such a deadness may be in a living soul.
and that alacrity as it was wont, and such a deadness may be in a living soul.
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And thirdly, Thou feelest this deadness, and thou dislikest it, and thou bewailest it, and thou prayest, how often, how earnestly:
And Thirdly, Thou Feel this deadness, and thou dislikest it, and thou bewailest it, and thou Prayest, how often, how earnestly:
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Lord quicken this dead heart of mine:
Lord quicken this dead heart of mine:
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Is it thus where death prevails? do dead men do thus? 4. The actions of life are various;
Is it thus where death prevails? do dead men do thus? 4. The actions of life Are various;
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Let the action for the quantity be what it will, greater or lesser, quick or dull, free or checked, and interrupted;
Let the actium for the quantity be what it will, greater or lesser, quick or dull, free or checked, and interrupted;
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yet if what thou dost be done in the strength of Christ, if it be wrought with an humble and an upright heart;
yet if what thou dost be done in the strength of christ, if it be wrought with an humble and an upright heart;
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assuredly, thou art not a dead sinner, but a living (though perhaps troubled) Christian.
assuredly, thou art not a dead sinner, but a living (though perhaps troubled) Christian.
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Obj. 3. But I have no power to do any good; I cannot believe, I cannot pray, I cannot mourn.Object 3. But I have no power to do any good; I cannot believe, I cannot pray, I cannot mourn.
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Sol. 1. What, no Power at all? never any power, no power from thy self, nor any power from Christ;
Sol. 1. What, no Power At all? never any power, no power from thy self, nor any power from christ;
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no power perhaps to this work;
no power perhaps to this work;
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but what, no power to any spiritual work? no power (perhaps at this time) to an eminent act,
but what, no power to any spiritual work? no power (perhaps At this time) to an eminent act,
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but then is there not a power to pray for power? Though power appears not in the work, doth not power yet appear in the will and desire? Rom. 7. 18. I know that in me (that is in my flesh) dwelleth no good thing.
but then is there not a power to pray for power? Though power appears not in the work, does not power yet appear in the will and desire? Rom. 7. 18. I know that in me (that is in my Flesh) dwells no good thing.
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For to will is present with me; but to perform that which is good I find not: For to will is present with me; but to perform that which is good I find not:
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I cannot do it, but I would do it. 2. If there be a power living in the will, it is the best sign of life:
I cannot do it, but I would do it. 2. If there be a power living in the will, it is the best Signen of life:
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A wicked man doth often the good which his will is against, and the good man often doth not the good, cannot do the good, which his will is yet for.
A wicked man does often the good which his will is against, and the good man often does not the good, cannot do thee good, which his will is yet for.
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Now God looks upon the will, more then upon the work:
Now God looks upon the will, more then upon the work:
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If gracious acts be couchant in the will, life is in thee. 3. However, although thou hast not power (sometimes) let down for spiritual work; yet thou hast so much power still remaining,
If gracious acts be couchant in the will, life is in thee. 3. However, although thou hast not power (sometime) let down for spiritual work; yet thou hast so much power still remaining,
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as to lif• up weak hands for more power: as to lif• up weak hands for more power:
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Though thou canst not believe, nor repent, nor mourn as thou thinkest, yet there is an heart to seek unto God in Christ for this power to believe, &c.
Though thou Canst not believe, nor Repent, nor mourn as thou Thinkest, yet there is an heart to seek unto God in christ for this power to believe, etc.
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Obj. 4. But my old lively affections are gone, my old estimations, my old hungrings and thirstings, my old delightful communion with God in prayer, and in his ordinances. Object 4. But my old lively affections Are gone, my old estimations, my old hungerings and thirstings, my old delightful communion with God in prayer, and in his ordinances.
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Sol. To this I would only say thus much. 1. There is a difference twixt the intensive swiftness, or flash of affections, and the intensive strength, and weight of the affections. A young Christian is most in the former,Sol. To this I would only say thus much. 1. There is a difference betwixt the intensive swiftness, or flash of affections, and the intensive strength, and weight of the affections. A young Christian is most in the former,
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an old Christian (who acts more upon Judgment and Faith) is most in the latter. 2. The case seems rather to be of a living man, like to dye, then dead:
an old Christian (who acts more upon Judgement and Faith) is most in the latter. 2. The case seems rather to be of a living man, like to die, then dead:
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Of a man decaying in Grace, rather then totally deprived of grace;
Of a man decaying in Grace, rather then totally deprived of grace;
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of a sick Christian, rather then of a dead Christian. 3. And therefore seriously search the causes of the remission of thy first love, of thy ancient favour in holy communion:
of a sick Christian, rather then of a dead Christian. 3. And Therefore seriously search the Causes of the remission of thy First love, of thy ancient favour in holy communion:
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O, look whether a dead flye be not fallen into the ointment, whether some insnaring lust, fleshly,
Oh, look whither a dead fly be not fallen into the ointment, whither Some ensnaring lust, fleshly,
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or worldly hath not robbed thee of thy strength. 4. If so, Be humbled greatly, and repent, and do thy first work.
or worldly hath not robbed thee of thy strength. 4. If so, Be humbled greatly, and Repent, and do thy First work.
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Obj. 5. But where there is life, there is growth, but I find it not. Sol. A word to this: Object 5. But where there is life, there is growth, but I find it not. Sol. A word to this:
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The denial of growth may be either 1. Negative, Never any at all;
The denial of growth may be either 1. Negative, Never any At all;
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this is impossible if life be wrought. 2. Comparative; Not so much as another, not so much as I have found under such, or such means;
this is impossible if life be wrought. 2. Comparative; Not so much as Another, not so much as I have found under such, or such means;
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not so much as I desire; and this may be where there is life. I have finished two Proposition from this Text:
not so much as I desire; and this may be where there is life. I have finished two Proposition from this Text:
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One respecting the death, and the other respecting the life of a sinner:
One respecting the death, and the other respecting the life of a sinner:
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I now proceed to a third, which is, That a very great and notorious sinner may be (at length) converted and changed.
I now proceed to a third, which is, That a very great and notorious sinner may be (At length) converted and changed.
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[ This my Son was dead, and is alive again: ] This Son! and who was he, or what was he;[ This my Son was dead, and is alive again: ] This Son! and who was he, or what was he;
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in the precedent Verses, you may see his picture, you may read the History of him;
in the precedent Verses, you may see his picture, you may read the History of him;
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he was one, who would be gone from his Fathers House, and into a far Country he went,
he was one, who would be gone from his Father's House, and into a Far Country he went,
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and there he did waste his substance with riotous living.
and there he did waste his substance with riotous living.
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He made an end of all of it, and in the basest of wayes, amongst Harlots;
He made an end of all of it, and in the Basest of ways, among Harlots;
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and then betakes himself to •ordid shifts:
and then betakes himself to •ordid shifts:
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He offered himself to •eed Swine, and would have fed with the Swine, nay, would have lived upon the Offals and Husks which the Swine left:
He offered himself to •eed Swine, and would have fed with the Swine, nay, would have lived upon the Offals and Husks which the Swine left:
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He stood it out to the last;
He stood it out to the last;
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if he could possibly have subsisted, if he could but have lived, he would never have come back to his Father:
if he could possibly have subsisted, if he could but have lived, he would never have come back to his Father:
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Yet this Son, this Son at length comes back, at length is converted, and is alive again.
Yet this Son, this Son At length comes back, At length is converted, and is alive again.
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But I obtained mercy (said Paul, 1 Tim. 1. 13.) Misericordia• donantem, mercy of Conversion; misericordiam condonan•em, mercy of remission: I obtained mercy! Why!But I obtained mercy (said Paul, 1 Tim. 1. 13.) Misericordia• donantem, mercy of Conversion; misericordiam condonan•em, mercy of remission: I obtained mercy! Why!
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what was he more then another, that he does so emphatically speak of himself, I obtained mercy!
what was he more then Another, that he does so emphatically speak of himself, I obtained mercy!
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Yea, there was reason to set it off thus with an Emphasis;
Yea, there was reason to Set it off thus with an Emphasis;
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for he was a notorious sinner, I was (saith he) a Blasphemer, and a Pers•cuter and Injurious, yet I, I obtained mercy!
for he was a notorious sinner, I was (Says he) a Blasphemer, and a Pers•cuter and Injurious, yet I, I obtained mercy!
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Some of you know that it hath been an ancient question and debate about the equality or inequality of sin;
some of you know that it hath been an ancient question and debate about the equality or inequality of since;
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I think thus, 1. That Original sin (quantum ad se) is equally divided amongst all men, there is aequalis carentia debiti, and aequalis inhaerentia Indebiti (as touching the nature of Original sin) in every man;
I think thus, 1. That Original since (quantum ad se) is equally divided among all men, there is aequalis Carentia debiti, and aequalis inhaerentia Indebiti (as touching the nature of Original since) in every man;
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in respect of it, one sinner is not a greater sinner then another. 2. Yet the actual exercise of that sin, may be more in one man, then in another;
in respect of it, one sinner is not a greater sinner then Another. 2. Yet the actual exercise of that since, may be more in one man, then in Another;
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and hence it is, that some sinners we call them lesser, and others we call them greater:
and hence it is, that Some Sinners we call them lesser, and Others we call them greater:
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By a great sinner, I mean one who exceeds another very much in sinful wayes and guilt.
By a great sinner, I mean one who exceeds Another very much in sinful ways and guilt.
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And one may be called a great, a very great sinner in four respects; nevertheless they have not hindered conversion.
And one may be called a great, a very great sinner in four respects; nevertheless they have not hindered conversion.
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1. One may be called a very great sinner, whose single sin is of an amazing quality; 1. One may be called a very great sinner, whose single since is of an amazing quality;
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such as not only Scripture condemns, but even nature shrinks at it, as Incest and Sodomy; there is a kind of reluctancy,
such as not only Scripture condemns, but even nature shrinks At it, as Incest and Sodomy; there is a kind of reluctancy,
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and abhorrency in nature against those, and the very Heathens start at them: Yet God hath converted some men guilty of these sins.
and abhorrency in nature against those, and the very heathens start At them: Yet God hath converted Some men guilty of these Sins.
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The incestuous Corinthian, whom Paul would have delivered to Satan, was wrought upon, and converted, and repented;The incestuous Corinthian, whom Paul would have Delivered to Satan, was wrought upon, and converted, and repented;
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and 1 Cor. 6. 9. Some of them who were abusers of themselves with mankind, v. 11. Were yet washed, and sanctifyed and justifyed.
and 1 Cor. 6. 9. some of them who were Abusers of themselves with mankind, v. 11. Were yet washed, and sanctified and justified.
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2. One may be called a very great sinner, whose kinds of sinning are very many,
2. One may be called a very great sinner, whose Kinds of sinning Are very many,
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and all of them exceedingly provoking: When they are as a volly of poysoned arrowes, all of them levelled at, and all of them exceedingly provoking: When they Are as a volley of poisoned arrows, all of them leveled At,
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and shot into the very face of God;
and shot into the very face of God;
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every one of them, like Saul, is higher by the head then other sins, which in comparison are of a lower stature:
every one of them, like Saul, is higher by the head then other Sins, which in comparison Are of a lower stature:
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Such a great sinner was Manasses; he was one of the highest Idolaters that ever we read of,
Such a great sinner was Manasses; he was one of the highest Idolaters that ever we read of,
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and a witch, and dealt with the Devil, and offered some of his children to the Devil, 2 Chron. 33. 3, 4, 6. and shed much innocent bloud: Yet this notorious sinner at length humbled himself greatly, and was converted:
and a witch, and dealt with the devil, and offered Some of his children to the devil, 2 Chronicles 33. 3, 4, 6. and shed much innocent blood: Yet this notorious sinner At length humbled himself greatly, and was converted:
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See vers. 12, 13. 3. One may be called a very great sinner, who hath continued a long time in the course and practise of great sins, perhaps twenty, forty, fifty years:
See vers. 12, 13. 3. One may be called a very great sinner, who hath continued a long time in the course and practice of great Sins, perhaps twenty, forty, fifty Years:
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Abraham continued a long time in his Idolatry, and at length was called and converted:Abraham continued a long time in his Idolatry, and At length was called and converted:
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The Ephesians walked according to the course of this world, and had their conversation in times past in the lusts of the flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh,
The Ephesians walked according to the course of this world, and had their Conversation in times passed in the Lustiest of the Flesh, fulfilling the Desires of the Flesh,
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and of the mind, Chap. 2. vers. 2, 3. yet at length were quickned and converted, vers. 5. 4. One may be called a great sinner, whose sinnings are very greatly circumstanced: Circumstances, you know, give a very great accent unto moral actions. and of the mind, Chap. 2. vers. 2, 3. yet At length were quickened and converted, vers. 5. 4. One may be called a great sinner, whose sinnings Are very greatly circumstanced: circumstances, you know, give a very great accent unto moral actions.
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Quest. But how may it appear, that a very great sinner may be converted? Sol. There are four Reasons of it, Quest. But how may it appear, that a very great sinner may be converted? Sol. There Are four Reasons of it,
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or Demonstrations for it. 1. Because some great sinners belong to the Election of Gods Grace:
or Demonstrations for it. 1. Because Some great Sinners belong to the Election of God's Grace:
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Paul was (as you have seen) a very great sinner; yet saith God of him, Act. 9. 15. He is a chosen vessel unto me. Paul was (as you have seen) a very great sinner; yet Says God of him, Act. 9. 15. He is a chosen vessel unto me.
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There are two things (amongst many other) which belong to the Divine Election. 1. It is a free Act, and if I may use the word without offence,
There Are two things (among many other) which belong to the Divine Election. 1. It is a free Act, and if I may use the word without offence,
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an Independent Act, raised only from the good pleasure of the Divine Will, and not from the condition of the Object.
an Independent Act, raised only from the good pleasure of the Divine Will, and not from the condition of the Object.
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Rom. 9. 15. I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I will have compassion. Rom. 9. 15. I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I will have compassion.
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Vers. 16. It is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy.
Vers. 16. It is not of him that wills, nor of him that Runneth, but of God that shows mercy.
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If God will choose foolish things, and base things, &c. 1 Cor. 1. 27, 28. 2. It is an infallible Decree:
If God will choose foolish things, and base things, etc. 1 Cor. 1. 27, 28. 2. It is an infallible decree:
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I mean, such a Decree which God will certainly fulfil. In Election, God doth decree or ordain a person unto salvation;
I mean, such a decree which God will Certainly fulfil. In Election, God does Decree or ordain a person unto salvation;
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and this person God will certainly bring unto salvation, by those means which he hath appointed for that purpose:
and this person God will Certainly bring unto salvation, by those means which he hath appointed for that purpose:
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And therefore, if a great sinner be within the compass of Gods Election, him in time will God convert;
And Therefore, if a great sinner be within the compass of God's Election, him in time will God convert;
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Act. 13. 48. As many as were ordained to eternal life, believed. 2. Because the Conversion of a Sinner is an omnipotent work: Act. 13. 48. As many as were ordained to Eternal life, believed. 2. Because the Conversion of a Sinner is an omnipotent work:
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It belongs to God, to whom nothing is too hard;
It belongs to God, to whom nothing is too hard;
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he can pardon great sins as well as little, and convert great sinners as well as ordinary sinners.
he can pardon great Sins as well as little, and convert great Sinners as well as ordinary Sinners.
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There is as much power put forth to convert a sinner, as there was to make a world, yea, and more:
There is as much power put forth to convert a sinner, as there was to make a world, yea, and more:
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For in Creation, there was nothing in the Subject created to resist and withstand;
For in Creation, there was nothing in the Subject created to resist and withstand;
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but when a Sinner is to be converted, there is an exceeding great resistance, such a resistance,
but when a Sinner is to be converted, there is an exceeding great resistance, such a resistance,
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as is able to put by all the strength and power of a moral Agent. No created and finite power can convert a sinner: An infinite power is required;
as is able to put by all the strength and power of a moral Agent. No created and finite power can convert a sinner: an infinite power is required;
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and if that be put forth, the stoutest and strongest sinner must and doth yield. If the Sun riseth, then the thickest darkness flees away and vanisheth:
and if that be put forth, the Stoutest and Strongest sinner must and does yield. If the Sun Riseth, then the thickest darkness flees away and Vanishes:
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If Christ speaks the word, then Lazarus, who had been dead four dayes, lives again. Steven preaches, and not only Paul slights his Sermon, but consents also to his death:
If christ speaks the word, then Lazarus, who had been dead four days, lives again. Steven Preaches, and not only Paul slights his Sermon, but consents also to his death:
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But when Jesus Christ spake only a few words unto him, Paul now quakes, and trembles,
But when jesus christ spoke only a few words unto him, Paul now quakes, and trembles,
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and yields, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do.
and yields, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do.
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3. Because the Lord God hath the absolute dominion over the heart; he can dispose, fashion, alter, turn it,
3. Because the Lord God hath the absolute dominion over the heart; he can dispose, fashion, altar, turn it,
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as he pleaseth, and when he pleaseth: He hath the command of the heart and grace.
as he Pleases, and when he Pleases: He hath the command of the heart and grace.
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Take the heart (as usually we do) for any or all the faculties of the soul,
Take the heart (as usually we do) for any or all the faculties of the soul,
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yea, as corrupted by nature and custome, yet God hath a dominion over it, and he can make new impressions,
yea, as corrupted by nature and custom, yet God hath a dominion over it, and he can make new impressions,
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and divine alterations and inclinations upon it.
and divine alterations and inclinations upon it.
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The Understanding naturally is blind and dark, unable to unfold and apprehend the morality of conditions, actions, objects;
The Understanding naturally is blind and dark, unable to unfold and apprehend the morality of conditions, actions, objects;
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but God can turn it from darkness to light;
but God can turn it from darkness to Light;
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he can imprint on it the clearest light, whereby it shall be able to behold what is good, and what is evil.
he can imprint on it the Clearest Light, whereby it shall be able to behold what is good, and what is evil.
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The Judgment naturally is erroneous, it mistakes good for evil, and evil for good;
The Judgement naturally is erroneous, it mistakes good for evil, and evil for good;
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judgeth sinfull evil as the best and sweetest way, condemneth good as most contrary to us, to our delights, courses, ends:
Judgeth sinful evil as the best and Sweetest Way, Condemneth good as most contrary to us, to our delights, courses, ends:
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But God is able to imprint on mans Judgment, a discerning and righteously sentencing ability, that a man shall not only see his sinfull nature and life,
But God is able to imprint on men Judgement, a discerning and righteously sentencing ability, that a man shall not only see his sinful nature and life,
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but condemn it (I was mad, saith Paul; such a fool, a beast was I.
but condemn it (I was mad, Says Paul; such a fool, a beast was I.
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They shall remember their evil wayes, and loath themselves, Hos. 2. 7.) as his greatest evil and misery;They shall Remember their evil ways, and loath themselves, Hos. 2. 7.) as his greatest evil and misery;
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and conclude, that a new holy penitent life is the best of all lives, and that for himself.
and conclude, that a new holy penitent life is the best of all lives, and that for himself.
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The Conscience is either sleepy or seared naturally: But God can awaken it, and imprint on it a power to feel sin;
The Conscience is either sleepy or seared naturally: But God can awaken it, and imprint on it a power to feel since;
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to complain, accuse, indite, wound, and slay the sinner, that he shall have no rest as long as he lies in his sinfull condition:
to complain, accuse, indite, wound, and slay the sinner, that he shall have no rest as long as he lies in his sinful condition:
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Sin revived and I died, Rom. 7. The Will is naturally averse, and perverse; it is set against all spiritual good, and set upon evil:since revived and I died, Rom. 7. The Will is naturally averse, and perverse; it is Set against all spiritual good, and Set upon evil:
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But cannot God alter this Will? He can easily turn it about;
But cannot God altar this Will? He can Easily turn it about;
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let him but drop in the least degree of Grace, and the Will presently wheels about,
let him but drop in the least degree of Grace, and the Will presently wheels about,
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and is as ready, and desirous, and cleaving to good, as ever it was to evil:
and is as ready, and desirous, and cleaving to good, as ever it was to evil:
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Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? Act. 9. So for the Affections, the Lord hath the dominion over them:Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? Act. 9. So for the Affections, the Lord hath the dominion over them:
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He can make them to love him as much and more than ever they loved sin;
He can make them to love him as much and more than ever they loved since;
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and to grieve, and to hate, and to fear sin, &c. Get thee hence; what have I any more to do with Idols?
and to grieve, and to hate, and to Fear since, etc. Get thee hence; what have I any more to do with Idols?
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4. The Lord doth sometimes convert a great sinner to glorifie his own Grace. 1. The power of it, that it is able to cure great and strong diseases.
4. The Lord does sometime convert a great sinner to Glorify his own Grace. 1. The power of it, that it is able to cure great and strong diseases.
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If ordinary sinners onely were converted, men would imagine but a common and vulgar power lay in converting Grace;
If ordinary Sinners only were converted, men would imagine but a Common and Vulgar power lay in converting Grace;
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where there is a lesser opposition, there a weaker strength may suffice to do the work:
where there is a lesser opposition, there a Weaker strength may suffice to do the work:
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But if sin be strong, now the power of Grace appears, in rescuing the soul even from the Gates of Hell,
But if since be strong, now the power of Grace appears, in rescuing the soul even from the Gates of Hell,
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and from the Powers of Darkness. 2. The riches of it: When all the world knows,
and from the Powers of Darkness. 2. The riches of it: When all the world knows,
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and the man himself knows, That there was nothing in him, but a vilest heart, and lewdest course, and yet Divine Grace hath converted him;
and the man himself knows, That there was nothing in him, but a Vilest heart, and lewdest course, and yet Divine Grace hath converted him;
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O, saith he, this was rich Mercy and Grace indeed.
Oh, Says he, this was rich Mercy and Grace indeed.
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The Apostle saith, That God quickned the dead Ephesians, that he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace, chap. 2. vers. 7. O, saith the great sinner, (now converted,) never was there such a gracious and such a mercifull God, such a kind and loving God;
The Apostle Says, That God quickened the dead Ephesians, that he might show the exceeding riches of his grace, chap. 2. vers. 7. O, Says the great sinner, (now converted,) never was there such a gracious and such a merciful God, such a kind and loving God;
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I was dead, and he hath made me alive; I was the greatest of sinners, and I have yet obtained the sweetest of mercies;
I was dead, and he hath made me alive; I was the greatest of Sinners, and I have yet obtained the Sweetest of Mercies;
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I was the greatest Enemy, and yet God would be my kindest Friend; overcome by Sin, and now overcome by Grace;
I was the greatest Enemy, and yet God would be my Kindest Friend; overcome by since, and now overcome by Grace;
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falling down into Hell, and now lifted up to Heaven;
falling down into Hell, and now lifted up to Heaven;
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so bad, that Justice might have had much Glory to damn me, yet God hath been so good, that Mercy shall have the Glory to save me.
so bad, that justice might have had much Glory to damn me, yet God hath been so good, that Mercy shall have the Glory to save me.
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and distressed Conscience. You shall find by experience these two Truths: 1. That whiles men are in a dead, lost, vile, and distressed Conscience. You shall find by experience these two Truths: 1. That while men Are in a dead, lost, vile,
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and unsensible condition, they then imagine that their sins are little, and mercies great, and they have power to turn to God when they please: 2. That when they come to be truly sensible of their hearts and ways,
and unsensible condition, they then imagine that their Sins Are little, and Mercies great, and they have power to turn to God when they please: 2. That when they come to be truly sensible of their hearts and ways,
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then their sins appear exceeding great, and the mercy and grace of God seem little;
then their Sins appear exceeding great, and the mercy and grace of God seem little;
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O! they have withstood the offers of grace, and all self-power is gone, and the greatness of their sinning is an absolute bar to their conversion.
OH! they have withstood the offers of grace, and all self-power is gone, and the greatness of their sinning is an absolute bar to their conversion.
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And there are eight Reasons, why a man (made sensible of his great sinnings) inclines to think that God will never convert him. 1. Because he hath been one who hath exceedingly provoked God to wrath against him:
And there Are eight Reasons, why a man (made sensible of his great sinnings) inclines to think that God will never convert him. 1. Because he hath been one who hath exceedingly provoked God to wrath against him:
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He sees great wrath in God, and that he hath, by his continual sinnings, incensed the Lord.
He sees great wrath in God, and that he hath, by his continual sinnings, incensed the Lord.
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O, saith he, it is mercy that must convert;
O, Says he, it is mercy that must convert;
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but I have turned a mercifull God into a just God, and a kind God into an angry God;
but I have turned a merciful God into a just God, and a kind God into an angry God;
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my great sins have put me into the hands of his great wrath. 2. Because such a person sees his condition lying under the threatnings of God,
my great Sins have put me into the hands of his great wrath. 2. Because such a person sees his condition lying under the threatenings of God,
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and out of the reach of the promises of God; and out of the reach of the promises of God;
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God threatning him, Warrants issued out to take and arrest him, an Arrow levell'd at him;
God threatening him, Warrants issued out to take and arrest him, an Arrow leveled At him;
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God hath said, That he will wound the hairy scalp of him that goes still on in his iniquities;
God hath said, That he will wound the hairy scalp of him that Goes still on in his iniquities;
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and that he who hardens his heart, being often r•proved, shall be destroyed without remedy;
and that he who hardens his heart, being often r•proved, shall be destroyed without remedy;
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Now I have been that sinner. 3. Because such a person feels the impressions of Gods displeasure on his Conscience:
Now I have been that sinner. 3. Because such a person feels the impressions of God's displeasure on his Conscience:
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He is in the very hands of wrath;
He is in the very hands of wrath;
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Conscience tells him, Thou art the man, and these have been thy sinnings, these have been thy ways and thy doings;
Conscience tells him, Thou art the man, and these have been thy sinnings, these have been thy ways and thy doings;
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and Conscience condemns him for one who hath delighted himself in evil, and secretly goes and smites him with unavoidable fears and terrours.
and Conscience condemns him for one who hath delighted himself in evil, and secretly Goes and smites him with unavoidable fears and terrors.
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Now when a man feels wrath, 'tis an hard thing to perswade him, that God hath any thoughts and intentions of mercy and grace for him. 4. Such a person ordinarily looks more upon the examples of destruction,
Now when a man feels wrath, it's an hard thing to persuade him, that God hath any thoughts and intentions of mercy and grace for him. 4. Such a person ordinarily looks more upon the Examples of destruction,
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than upon the instances of conversion; rather what God hath done against them, than for any of them.than upon the instances of conversion; rather what God hath done against them, than for any of them.
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O, saith he, God in Scripture hath often left such and such great sinners to their own hearts lusts,
O, Says he, God in Scripture hath often left such and such great Sinners to their own hearts Lustiest,
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and he hath given them up to Satans delusions, and to a reprobate mind and sense,
and he hath given them up to Satan delusions, and to a Reprobate mind and sense,
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and would not have mercy on them, he would deal with them no more. 5. The distance twixt his greatly sinning soul,
and would not have mercy on them, he would deal with them no more. 5. The distance betwixt his greatly sinning soul,
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and converting grace, seems to him wondrously large: If I had been but sick and weak!and converting grace, seems to him wondrously large: If I had been but sick and weak!
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but can a dead man live? should a Rebel be embraced? can a Blackmore be made white? It is great grace to convert a little sinner,
but can a dead man live? should a Rebel be embraced? can a Blackmore be made white? It is great grace to convert a little sinner,
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but what grace is sufficient to convert so great a sinner? 6. He measures the disposition of Divine Grace, by the indisposition of his own heart.
but what grace is sufficient to convert so great a sinner? 6. He measures the disposition of Divine Grace, by the indisposition of his own heart.
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O, saith he, I have been, how long, how stubbornly unwilling to receive grace, how violent to oppose grace!
Oh, Says he, I have been, how long, how stubbornly unwilling to receive grace, how violent to oppose grace!
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If I had neglected it only, but I have rejected it;
If I had neglected it only, but I have rejected it;
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I have been so long unwilling, despising, will Grace be pleased and so willing to one so unwilling? Grace will not be willing to smile on him who hath frowned on it;
I have been so long unwilling, despising, will Grace be pleased and so willing to one so unwilling? Grace will not be willing to smile on him who hath frowned on it;
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Grace will not stoop to him who hath trampled upon Grace: Can Divine Grace and I be so easily friends!
Grace will not stoop to him who hath trampled upon Grace: Can Divine Grace and I be so Easily Friends!
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What, forty years lying in Hell, and now to think I shall go to Heaven!
What, forty Years lying in Hell, and now to think I shall go to Heaven!
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all my life to serve the Devil, and yet now to think that God will take me, or make me his servant!
all my life to serve the devil, and yet now to think that God will take me, or make me his servant!
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7. Such a man sees his sins in another manner than ever before: The face of sin is unvailed, like so many spears in the heart of Christ,
7. Such a man sees his Sins in Another manner than ever before: The face of since is Unveiled, like so many spears in the heart of christ,
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like so many wounds given to sweetest Mercy, like so many cups of poyson that he hath drunk,
like so many wounds given to Sweetest Mercy, like so many cups of poison that he hath drunk,
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and so many cups of wrath which he hath made Christ to drink, and as so much dung cast upon the Beauties of Holiness. 8. Yea, and he feels his sins in another manner.
and so many cups of wrath which he hath made christ to drink, and as so much dung cast upon the Beauty's of Holiness. 8. Yea, and he feels his Sins in Another manner.
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O, saith he, I feel my proud heart still, and my adulterous heart still, and my covetous heart still;
Oh, Says he, I feel my proud heart still, and my adulterous heart still, and my covetous heart still;
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and when any good ariseth, it is surprized, it it resisted, it is quenched by a thousand evil motions:
and when any good arises, it is surprised, it it resisted, it is quenched by a thousand evil motions:
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And though I hear, and though I seek God, yet it is thus with me.
And though I hear, and though I seek God, yet it is thus with me.
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O! my sins have been so great, that God will never undertake my conversion, my change;
OH! my Sins have been so great, that God will never undertake my conversion, my change;
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had I been more civil, had I been less evil, perhaps he would.
had I been more civil, had I been less evil, perhaps he would.
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Now I would say six things to this great sinner. 1. Great sinnings should be reasons of great humblings,
Now I would say six things to this great sinner. 1. Great sinnings should be Reasons of great humblings,
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but they should never be the causes and helps of unbelief. Grandia delicta, fletus grandes. but they should never be the Causes and helps of unbelief. Grandia Delicta, Tears grandes.
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Because thou hast found an heart which could sin exceedingly, beseech God to give thee an heart to mourn exceedingly;
Because thou hast found an heart which could sin exceedingly, beseech God to give thee an heart to mourn exceedingly;
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and think not, that God cannot do much good, because thou hast done much evil. 2. Great sinnings should work a self-despair,
and think not, that God cannot do much good, Because thou hast done much evil. 2. Great sinnings should work a self-despair,
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but they should never work a God-despair. but they should never work a God-despair.
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Great sinnings shew a great fulness of sin, which cannot be overcome, but by a great God.
Great sinnings show a great fullness of since, which cannot be overcome, but by a great God.
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Thou art a great sinner, but God is a great God; there is no sinner like to thee, and there is no God like to him:
Thou art a great sinner, but God is a great God; there is no sinner like to thee, and there is no God like to him:
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He is great in power, (if he were not able to convert a great sinner, he were not great in power;) and he is great in mercy and love, (he were not great in mercy to pardon,
He is great in power, (if he were not able to convert a great sinner, he were not great in power;) and he is great in mercy and love, (he were not great in mercy to pardon,
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nor great in love to save, if he did not pardon great sinners, and convert great sinners:) Therefore,
nor great in love to save, if he did not pardon great Sinners, and convert great Sinners:) Therefore,
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as the least sinner should despair of his own power, so no sinner, no not the greatest, should despair of Gods power. 3. God hath converted great sinners.
as the least sinner should despair of his own power, so no sinner, no not the greatest, should despair of God's power. 3. God hath converted great Sinners.
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Usually, the sinners whom God hath converted, they have been of the greatest rank of sinners:
Usually, the Sinners whom God hath converted, they have been of the greatest rank of Sinners:
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He hath passed by many an hundred civil righteous persons, and his converting Grace hath laid hold on the notorious sinner.
He hath passed by many an hundred civil righteous Persons, and his converting Grace hath laid hold on the notorious sinner.
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Thou art not the first Idolater, the first Thief, the first Whore, the first Adulterer, the first Drunkard, the first Swearer, the first Sodomite, the first Persecutor, the first Unbeliever and refuser of Grace, that Divine Grace hath assayed and converted:
Thou art not the First Idolater, the First Thief, the First Whore, the First Adulterer, the First Drunkard, the First Swearer, the First Sodomite, the First Persecutor, the First Unbeliever and refuser of Grace, that Divine Grace hath assayed and converted:
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They had no more power to contribute towards their conversion; there was no more reason in them to move the Lord to look upon them,
They had no more power to contribute towards their conversion; there was no more reason in them to move the Lord to look upon them,
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than there is in thy self;
than there is in thy self;
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yet God did convert them. 4. Though a person can say, that God hath not hitherto converted him;
yet God did convert them. 4. Though a person can say, that God hath not hitherto converted him;
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yet no sinner (living under the means of Grace) can safely say, that God will never convert him: yet no sinner (living under the means of Grace) can safely say, that God will never convert him:
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For no sinner can know his eternal Reprobation, this is a secret counsel which is reserved in the bosome of God;
For no sinner can know his Eternal Reprobation, this is a secret counsel which is reserved in the bosom of God;
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can know the season, the very designed season when God will convert him; for the Lord reserves the power of conversion, and the season of conversion to himself;
can know the season, the very designed season when God will convert him; for the Lord reserves the power of conversion, and the season of conversion to himself;
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he converts some at one time, some at another:
he converts Some At one time, Some At Another:
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God never revealed to any man, that at such a time, at such an hour he would convert him;
God never revealed to any man, that At such a time, At such an hour he would convert him;
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Consequenter, a man may know the hour of his conversion, but Antecedenter, he could not know that God would then (just then) convert him. 5. There is more probability that God will convert thee (thus sensible, &c.) than that he will not. Consequently, a man may know the hour of his conversion, but Antecedent, he could not know that God would then (just then) convert him. 5. There is more probability that God will convert thee (thus sensible, etc.) than that he will not.
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For 1. The clearing of thy great sinfulness unto thee, and the setting of thy great sins in order before thine eyes;
For 1. The clearing of thy great sinfulness unto thee, and the setting of thy great Sins in order before thine eyes;
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2. The quicknings of thy Conscience to feel the burthen and weight of thy great transgressions;
2. The quickenings of thy Conscience to feel the burden and weight of thy great transgressions;
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3. The great perplexities and fears in thy heart because of these great sins, are no evil signs at all:
3. The great perplexities and fears in thy heart Because of these great Sins, Are not evil Signs At all:
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Of the two, the troubled Conscience is much more hopefull than the •eared Conscience. Vicinior saluti est dolor patientis quam stupor non sentientis, as Austin well.
Of the two, the troubled Conscience is much more hopeful than the •eared Conscience. Vicinior Saluti est dolour patientis quam stupor non sentientis, as Austin well.
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Though trouble in Conscience be not alwayes an infallible Argument of Life, yet it is an ordinary Antecedent unto Spiritual Life:
Though trouble in Conscience be not always an infallible Argument of Life, yet it is an ordinary Antecedent unto Spiritual Life:
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The still Voice came after the Whirlwind, and Christ came after the storm, and Canaan came after the Wilderness, the Spirit of Adoption comes after the Spirit of Bondage. 6. But what if the Lord hath already converted thee? What if God have done that work in thee which thou fearest he will never work further? Assuredly,
The still Voice Come After the Whirlwind, and christ Come After the storm, and Canaan Come After the Wilderness, the Spirit of Adoption comes After the Spirit of Bondage. 6. But what if the Lord hath already converted thee? What if God have done that work in thee which thou Fearest he will never work further? Assuredly,
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if thou art greatly ashamed of thy great trangressions; if thy soul can now loath it self for all its abominations;
if thou art greatly ashamed of thy great transgressions; if thy soul can now loath it self for all its abominations;
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if thy heart can remember them, and bitterly mourn over them; if thy cries be great to be delivered from them;
if thy heart can Remember them, and bitterly mourn over them; if thy cries be great to be Delivered from them;
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if thy fears be great to sin no more; if thy heart will not be content without a new heart;
if thy fears be great to sin no more; if thy heart will not be content without a new heart;
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if thou and God must be reconciled; if thou hast received an heart willing to be converted;
if thou and God must be reconciled; if thou hast received an heart willing to be converted;
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What shall I say? Thou art indeed converted.
What shall I say? Thou art indeed converted.
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] Remember two supports which I leave with thee: 1. No poor sinner can be so ready and willing to be converted by God,
] remember two supports which I leave with thee: 1. No poor sinner can be so ready and willing to be converted by God,
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but God is much more ready and willing to convert him; 2. A willingness to be converted, is conversion begun;
but God is much more ready and willing to convert him; 2. A willingness to be converted, is conversion begun;
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the first stroke of conversion lights upon the Will of a sinner, and the greatest part of conversion appears in the change and conversion of the Will;
the First stroke of conversion lights upon the Will of a sinner, and the greatest part of conversion appears in the change and conversion of the Will;
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it is from the will of Gods grace, that thou art willing to have grace.
it is from the will of God's grace, that thou art willing to have grace.
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A second Use shall be of Caution. Let no man presume to continue in great sins, or to remain secure and careless,
A second Use shall be of Caution. Let no man presume to continue in great Sins, or to remain secure and careless,
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because he hears that a great sinner may be changed and converted:
Because he hears that a great sinner may be changed and converted:
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For 1. Although God doth convert some great sinners, one Abraham, one Paul, one Mary Magdalene, yet there are many of them whom he never converts. 2. Perhaps he may convert, perhaps he may not;
For 1. Although God does convert Some great Sinners, one Abraham, one Paul, one Marry Magdalene, yet there Are many of them whom he never converts. 2. Perhaps he may convert, perhaps he may not;
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and what if he do•h not? It is but contingent to thee: Perhaps he will convert thee, this should move thee to seek him;
and what if he do•h not? It is but contingent to thee: Perhaps he will convert thee, this should move thee to seek him;
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perhaps he will not, this may affright thee to stand out any longer against him.
perhaps he will not, this may affright thee to stand out any longer against him.
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Therefore, to be bold in sin, because God can, and sometimes doth convert a great sinner, may move thee rather to conclude, he will not, he intends not to convert thee, than that he doth.
Therefore, to be bold in since, Because God can, and sometime does convert a great sinner, may move thee rather to conclude, he will not, he intends not to convert thee, than that he does.
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When Divine Goodness is made encourageable to sin against that Goodness; when it is not a melting Sun, but an hardning Sun;
When Divine goodness is made encourageable to sin against that goodness; when it is not a melting Sun, but an hardening Sun;
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it is a presage rather of a mans subversion, than of his conversion. 3. Though God can, and doth sometimes convert a great sinner,
it is a presage rather of a men subversion, than of his conversion. 3. Though God can, and does sometime convert a great sinner,
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yet usually the greater sinner comes off with the sharper conversion. yet usually the greater sinner comes off with the sharper conversion.
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The great Malefactor sometimes hath his Book and his Life too, but he is burned in the Hand, and in the Shoulder.
The great Malefactor sometime hath his Book and his Life too, but he is burned in the Hand, and in the Shoulder.
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Paul was a great sinner, and was converted;Paul was a great sinner, and was converted;
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but his great sins, which were a troubling to Christ, did prove a trembling to his heart.
but his great Sins, which were a troubling to christ, did prove a trembling to his heart.
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God puts such a sinner upon the Rack;
God puts such a sinner upon the Rack;
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he strikes and wounds him, that all the Countrey shall hear of the troubles which his Conscience feels for his sinnings against God:
he strikes and wounds him, that all the Country shall hear of the Troubles which his Conscience feels for his sinnings against God:
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God doth, as it were, singe him with the flames of Hell, before he meets him with the kisses of Heaven. 4. Most usually, those great and notorious sinners whom God converts, are such who have thus sinned under their ignorance.
God does, as it were, sing him with the flames of Hell, before he meets him with the Kisses of Heaven. 4. Most usually, those great and notorious Sinners whom God converts, Are such who have thus sinned under their ignorance.
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I was a blasphemer, &c. saith Paul, but I did obtain mercy, for I did it ignorantly, and through misbelief. I was a blasphemer, etc. Says Paul, but I did obtain mercy, for I did it ignorantly, and through misbelief.
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He did not know what he did, he thought he had been in the right: You seldome read of one knowing Pharisee, who persecuted Christ, that was converted;
He did not know what he did, he Thought he had been in the right: You seldom read of one knowing Pharisee, who persecuted christ, that was converted;
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yet you read of many of the Jews, and of the Elders, that were converted; for they did not know Jesus Christ to be the Lord of Glory.
yet you read of many of the jews, and of the Elders, that were converted; for they did not know jesus christ to be the Lord of Glory.
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I will not say, that no knowingly notorious sinner shall ever be converted;
I will not say, that not knowingly notorious sinner shall ever be converted;
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but certainly, Conversion is very rare, where Knowledge holds the Candle to long and great works of Darkness.
but Certainly, Conversion is very rare, where Knowledge holds the Candle to long and great works of Darkness.
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Those sinners who go on against the workings of an enlightning Spirit, fall very rarely within the favour of the converting Spirit:
Those Sinners who go on against the workings of an enlightening Spirit, fallen very rarely within the favour of the converting Spirit:
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Therefore let no man gather poyson from this honey, &c. The last Use shall be a word of Direction to any great and notorious sinner, whom God hath been pleased mightily and graciously to convert.
Therefore let no man gather poison from this honey, etc. The last Use shall be a word of Direction to any great and notorious sinner, whom God hath been pleased mightily and graciously to convert.
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I would commend these Advisoes unto him. 1. Let him take much pains to get his Acquittance fairly writ and sealed;
I would commend these Advises unto him. 1. Let him take much pains to get his Acquittance fairly writ and sealed;
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I mean, to be well assured that his sins are pardoned.
I mean, to be well assured that his Sins Are pardoned.
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Believe it, no man shall find his title so questioned, his heart so assaulted with often doubts and fears of pardon,
Believe it, no man shall find his title so questioned, his heart so assaulted with often doubts and fears of pardon,
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as one who hath been a great sinner:
as one who hath been a great sinner:
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The Provocations have been great, and Conscience hath been boistrous, and Satan can lay in shrewd exceptions, &c. 2. Let Conscience be exceeding tender:
The Provocations have been great, and Conscience hath been boisterous, and Satan can lay in shrewd exceptions, etc. 2. Let Conscience be exceeding tender:
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O awake it not, displease it not by new adventurings; all the old wounds will bleed afresh:
Oh awake it not, displease it not by new adventurings; all the old wounds will bleed afresh:
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A little new sin committed, will raise up the old ghosts;
A little new since committed, will raise up the old Ghosts;
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it will revive the sense of all the old great sins, which although they be pardoned,
it will revive the sense of all the old great Sins, which although they be pardoned,
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yet thou wilt now think they are not.
yet thou wilt now think they Are not.
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A person who before his Conversion lived as if he had been in Hell, should after his Conversion live as if he were in Heaven.
A person who before his Conversion lived as if he had been in Hell, should After his Conversion live as if he were in Heaven.
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〈 ◊ 〉 3. Love much, and do much; do some great thing for Gods Glory.
〈 ◊ 〉 3. Love much, and do much; do Some great thing for God's Glory.
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This my Son was dead, and is alive again. Alive again!
This my Son was dead, and is alive again. Alive again!
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but how came this about? what was the occasion of this Prodigals Conversion? look back unto v. 15, 16. he was brought so low as to feed Swine,
but how Come this about? what was the occasion of this Prodigals Conversion? look back unto v. 15, 16. he was brought so low as to feed Swine,
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and would have been glad of the Husks, but no man gave unto him, and he is ready to perish with hunger;
and would have been glad of the Husks, but no man gave unto him, and he is ready to perish with hunger;
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and now returning thoughts came into his mind; now he resolves to come back again unto his Fathers house: Whence observe,
and now returning thoughts Come into his mind; now he resolves to come back again unto his Father's house: Whence observe,
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That great afflictions are sometimes an occasion of the Conversion of a great sinner. There are two sorts of afflictions, 1. Inward, which set upon the conscience; That great afflictions Are sometime an occasion of the Conversion of a great sinner. There Are two sorts of afflictions, 1. Inward, which Set upon the conscience;
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these are sometimes an occasion of Conversion: A troubled conscience doth many times end in a renewed conscience;
these Are sometime an occasion of Conversion: A troubled conscience does many times end in a renewed conscience;
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troubles of heart are oftentimes closed with change of heart. The great storms occasion the Traveller to come in for shelter:
Troubles of heart Are oftentimes closed with change of heart. The great storms occasion the Traveller to come in for shelter:
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The biting Serpents occasioned the Israelites to look to the brasen Serpent; the avenger of blood made the guilty person to flye to the City of refuge; The biting Serpents occasioned the Israelites to look to the brazen Serpent; the avenger of blood made the guilty person to fly to the city of refuge;
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and a condemning conscience oftentimes makes a poor troubled Soul to come in unto Jesus Christ for ease and rest. 2. Outward, which light upon the body and estate of a sinner;
and a condemning conscience oftentimes makes a poor troubled Soul to come in unto jesus christ for ease and rest. 2. Outward, which Light upon the body and estate of a sinner;
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these also sometimes serve to fetch in a sinner; as he once said, periissem nisi periissem, I had perished unless I had perished.
these also sometime serve to fetch in a sinner; as he once said, periissem nisi periissem, I had perished unless I had perished.
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Josephs brethren had never found Joseph, and craved food of him, unless a famine had befallen them.Josephs brothers had never found Joseph, and craved food of him, unless a famine had befallen them.
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If God had not deprived some men of their wordly goods, they had never come in to seek heavenly Treasures:
If God had not deprived Some men of their wordly goods, they had never come in to seek heavenly Treasures:
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We may say of them that if they had been fed, they had been famished;
We may say of them that if they had been fed, they had been famished;
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and if they had not been famished, they had never been fed with the bread of life.
and if they had not been famished, they had never been fed with the bred of life.
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Again, these outward afflictions may be considered two wayes, either 1. Simply, and nakedly in themselves;
Again, these outward afflictions may be considered two ways, either 1. Simply, and nakedly in themselves;
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so they cannot convert any sinner, no more then the pool of Bethesda (alone) could heale a diseased Person,
so they cannot convert any sinner, no more then the pool of Bethesda (alone) could heal a diseased Person,
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or Elijahs salt could heal the Waters. 2. Concomitantly, as accompanied with, and sanctifyed by Gods Spirit:
or Elijahs salt could heal the Waters. 2. Concomitantly, as accompanied with, and sanctified by God's Spirit:
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It is not the hammer, but the fire which softens the iron;
It is not the hammer, but the fire which softens the iron;
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It was not the Water, but the Angel that stirred the water, which made the water medicinal:
It was not the Water, but the Angel that stirred the water, which made the water medicinal:
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It is not the Rope, but the strength of the hand upon the Rope, which draws in the Bo•t.
It is not the Rope, but the strength of the hand upon the Rope, which draws in the Bo•t.
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Afflictions in themselves are privations of a comfortable good; but if God sanctifies them, they may then be a means of our everlasting good:
Afflictions in themselves Are privations of a comfortable good; but if God Sanctifies them, they may then be a means of our everlasting good:
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God can use them as a bridle, not only to stop us running out of the way,
God can use them as a bridle, not only to stop us running out of the Way,
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but also to turn us into the right way. Hos. 2. 14. I will allure her, and bring her into the wilderness.
but also to turn us into the right Way. Hos. 2. 14. I will allure her, and bring her into the Wilderness.
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By alluring, he means a gracious and effectual perswasion, a prevailing even to Conversion; but then he will bring her into the wilderness;
By alluring, he means a gracious and effectual persuasion, a prevailing even to Conversion; but then he will bring her into the Wilderness;
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God brings men into the Wilderness (into a barren, desolate miserable condition) and then allures or converts them.
God brings men into the Wilderness (into a barren, desolate miserable condition) and then allures or converts them.
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Manasses was a great sinner, and yet God humbled him greatly, and (as it is thought) converted him;Manasses was a great sinner, and yet God humbled him greatly, and (as it is Thought) converted him;
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but what means did he use for this? See 2 Chro. 33. 11. The Lord brought upon him the captains of the host of the King of Assyria, who took Manasseh among the Thorns, and bound him with fetters,
but what means did he use for this? See 2 Chro 33. 11. The Lord brought upon him the Captains of the host of the King of Assyria, who took Manasses among the Thorns, and bound him with fetters,
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and carryed him to Babylon. v. 12. And when he was in affliction, he besought the Lord his God, and humbled himself greatly.
and carried him to Babylon. v. 12. And when he was in affliction, he besought the Lord his God, and humbled himself greatly.
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Nebuchadnezzar was a proud and lofty sinner, and therefore God puld him down;Nebuchadnezzar was a proud and lofty sinner, and Therefore God pulled him down;
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he did drive him from men, and he did eat Grass as Oxen, and his body was wet with the Dew of Heaven; he did drive him from men, and he did eat Grass as Oxen, and his body was wet with the Due of Heaven;
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and having thus abased him, he wrought upon him to acknowledg and praise the true God, Dan. 4. 33, 34.
and having thus abased him, he wrought upon him to acknowledge and praise the true God, Dan. 4. 33, 34.
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Quest. How may it appear that, &c. Sol. There are four things attending upon sanctifyed afflictions, Quest. How may it appear that, etc. Sol. There Are four things attending upon sanctified afflictions,
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and all of them contribute to Conversion. 1. Afflictions (sanctifyed) are the souls Looking-Glass, wherein a man may see his sins, which are the causes of afflictions;
and all of them contribute to Conversion. 1. Afflictions (sanctified) Are the Souls Looking-Glass, wherein a man may see his Sins, which Are the Causes of afflictions;
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there are divers Glasses in which we may see the face of our sins. 1. The Glass of the Word. 2. The Glass of Reproof. 3. The Glass of Conscience. 4. The Glass of Afflictions:
there Are diverse Glasses in which we may see the face of our Sins. 1. The Glass of the Word. 2. The Glass of Reproof. 3. The Glass of Conscience. 4. The Glass of Afflictions:
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Affliction is a Glass wherein a person first sees his own sins; Ocules quam culpa claudit pena aperit.
Affliction is a Glass wherein a person First sees his own Sins; Ocules quam culpa Claudit pena Aperitif.
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We were verily guilty of the blood of our brother (said Joseph 's Brethren;) and as I have served others,
We were verily guilty of the blood of our brother (said Joseph is Brothers;) and as I have served Others,
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so the Lord hath served me (said Adonibezeck,) 2. Sees them as sinners. In prosperity we see the pleasures of sin, but in adversity the bitterness of sin;so the Lord hath served me (said Adoni-bezek,) 2. Sees them as Sinners. In Prosperity we see the pleasures of since, but in adversity the bitterness of since;
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in the one we see them as our friends, in the other as our enemies:
in the one we see them as our Friends, in the other as our enemies:
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An evil and bitter thing that we have forsaken the Lord (so Jeremiah speaketh.) 3. Sees them with a serious look; an evil and bitter thing that we have forsaken the Lord (so Jeremiah speaks.) 3. Sees them with a serious look;
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sees them, and thinks of them; sees them, and layes them to heart: Thy wickedness hath procured these things unto thee.
sees them, and thinks of them; sees them, and lays them to heart: Thy wickedness hath procured these things unto thee.
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Now when a person is brought to a right sight of sin, to see his own sins,
Now when a person is brought to a right sighed of since, to see his own Sins,
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and as sins, and seriously considers of them; this is a way tending to his Conversion:
and as Sins, and seriously considers of them; this is a Way tending to his Conversion:
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I considered my wayes (said David) and turned my feet unto thy testimonies. 2. Afflictions (sanctifyed) work much upon the Conscience; I considered my ways (said David) and turned my feet unto thy testimonies. 2. Afflictions (sanctified) work much upon the Conscience;
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they are the rods of God upon the Soul;
they Are the rods of God upon the Soul;
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they are the Waters of Marah, bitter Waters, and they stir up conscience to speak bitter words unto us:
they Are the Waters of Marah, bitter Waters, and they stir up conscience to speak bitter words unto us:
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These were thy wayes, and these were thy doings;
These were thy ways, and these were thy doings;
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thou wouldst not be warned, thou wouldst not hearken, and now see whither thy sins do tend,
thou Wouldst not be warned, thou Wouldst not harken, and now see whither thy Sins do tend,
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now see into what straits they have brought thee, now thou wilt believe that God is displeased with thee:
now see into what straits they have brought thee, now thou wilt believe that God is displeased with thee:
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When conscience is stirred, when the burden of afflictions turn into the burden of conscience, two things ordinarily ensue thereupon. 1. A mans carnal security is broken:
When conscience is stirred, when the burden of afflictions turn into the burden of conscience, two things ordinarily ensue thereupon. 1. A men carnal security is broken:
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The man thought himself safe and secure before; but now he sees his condition to be very sad, unsound, unsafe, and miserable;
The man Thought himself safe and secure before; but now he sees his condition to be very sad, unsound, unsafe, and miserable;
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not only my goods are gone, but my God also is gone. 2. The heart comes to be humbled:
not only my goods Are gone, but my God also is gone. 2. The heart comes to be humbled:
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O, A working conscience, a smiting conscience is the Hammer of God, by which he breaks and bows the soul.
Oh, A working conscience, a smiting conscience is the Hammer of God, by which he breaks and bows the soul.
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Afflictions now stir up the Gall and the Wormwood, and the soul is humbled by them;
Afflictions now stir up the Gall and the Wormwood, and the soul is humbled by them;
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and when the soul is brought to see sin, and to consider of sin, and to be humbled for sin, it is now in a fair way of Conversion.
and when the soul is brought to see since, and to Consider of since, and to be humbled for since, it is now in a fair Way of Conversion.
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3. Afflictions (if sanctifyed) are gales to Prayer: Lord, in trouble have they visited thee;
3. Afflictions (if sanctified) Are gales to Prayer: Lord, in trouble have they visited thee;
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they powred out a Prayer, when thy chastening was upon them, Isai. 26. 10. In their afflictions, they will seek me early, Hosea 5. It is almost natural for an afflicted man to pray, they poured out a Prayer, when thy chastening was upon them, Isaiah 26. 10. In their afflictions, they will seek me early, Hosea 5. It is almost natural for an afflicted man to pray,
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and afflictions put an edge of zeal on Prayer;
and afflictions put an edge of zeal on Prayer;
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we are seldome more frequent and more fervent in that duty, then in the times of our distress.
we Are seldom more frequent and more fervent in that duty, then in the times of our distress.
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But then observe, that as afflictions are apt to quicken prayer;
But then observe, that as afflictions Are apt to quicken prayer;
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so if they have occasioned a sense and trouble in the heart for sin, Then 1. Ʋsually they stir up Prayer for pardon of sin, and for conversion from sin.
so if they have occasioned a sense and trouble in the heart for since, Then 1. Ʋsually they stir up Prayer for pardon of since, and for conversion from since.
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Blot out my transgressions, praies afflicted David. Turn thou me, and I shall be turned, praies distressed Ephraim, Jer. 31. 18 These are the two great desires of a distressed soul. 2. Usually God hears these Prayers, The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; Blot out my transgressions, prays afflicted David. Turn thou me, and I shall be turned, prays distressed Ephraim, Jer. 31. 18 These Are the two great Desires of a distressed soul. 2. Usually God hears these Prayers, The Sacrifices of God Are a broken Spirit;
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a broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise, Ps. 51. 17. A poor sinner cannot put up a more acceptable request unto God then this:a broken and a contrite heart, Oh God, thou wilt not despise, Ps. 51. 17. A poor sinner cannot put up a more acceptable request unto God then this:
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Lord, I beseech thee, change and turn my heart, subdue mine iniquities! let not sin have dominion over me!
Lord, I beseech thee, change and turn my heart, subdue mine iniquities! let not sin have dominion over me!
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I beseech thee, suffer me not to dishonour thee any more! So that now you see that afflictions have brought the Soul and God together;
I beseech thee, suffer me not to dishonour thee any more! So that now you see that afflictions have brought the Soul and God together;
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the afflicted Person sees a need of Mercy and Grace, and unto God he applies himself who is the only Author of a sinners Conversion, the only Physician of a sinful soul.
the afflicted Person sees a need of Mercy and Grace, and unto God he Applies himself who is the only Author of a Sinners Conversion, the only physician of a sinful soul.
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4. Afflictions (if ▪ sanctifyed) incline us unto converting Ordinances:
4. Afflictions (if ▪ sanctified) incline us unto converting Ordinances:
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You shall observe that men under their afflictions are 1. More willing to hear. 2. More attentive in hearing. 3. More tractable and pliable, (.i.) more easie to be wrought upon in hearing: You shall observe that men under their afflictions Are 1. More willing to hear. 2. More attentive in hearing. 3. More tractable and pliable, (i) more easy to be wrought upon in hearing:
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When a man is chastned with pain, and his flesh consumed away, and his soul draws near to the Grave; When a man is chastened with pain, and his Flesh consumed away, and his soul draws near to the Grave;
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then he will make use of a Messenger, of an Interpreter, of one among a thousand to shew unto him his uprightness, Job 33. 19. to 23. Oh, what a Divine influence and authority hath the Word over such a man? he can be content to have his sins ript open,then he will make use of a Messenger, of an Interpreter, of one among a thousand to show unto him his uprightness, Job 33. 19. to 23. O, what a Divine influence and Authority hath the Word over such a man? he can be content to have his Sins ripped open,
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and he can hear and weep, Oh, a sinner!
and he can hear and weep, O, a sinner!
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and he longs to hear of some word of hope, and when he hears it, Oh,
and he longs to hear of Some word of hope, and when he hears it, O,
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how good is God! and he catcheth greedily at the word of direction; and when he hears it, Oh, when shall I be this! when shall I do this!
how good is God! and he Catches greedily At the word of direction; and when he hears it, O, when shall I be this! when shall I do this!
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Lord, give grace, give strength unto thy poor servant; the man in his prosperity would not know the Lord, nor hearken to him;
Lord, give grace, give strength unto thy poor servant; the man in his Prosperity would not know the Lord, nor harken to him;
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he was above counsel and instruction, but now his ear is opened to discipline, and instruction is sealed unto him, Job 33. 16. Now it is, Lord, that which I see not, teach thou me;
he was above counsel and instruction, but now his ear is opened to discipline, and instruction is sealed unto him, Job 33. 16. Now it is, Lord, that which I see not, teach thou me;
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and if I have done iniquity, I will do no more, Job ▪ 34. 32.and if I have done iniquity, I will do no more, Job ▪ 34. 32.
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The first Use shall be for Trial of our selves, what the fruit of all our afflictions is; I think there is no man almost in all the Kingdome,
The First Use shall be for Trial of our selves, what the fruit of all our afflictions is; I think there is no man almost in all the Kingdom,
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but God hath of late some way or other afflicted him. Many have lost all their estates, not an House is left to them, nor Land,
but God hath of late Some Way or other afflicted him. Many have lost all their estates, not an House is left to them, nor Land,
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nor a Rag to their backs; many have lost their Husbands or their Children in the War;
nor a Rag to their backs; many have lost their Husbands or their Children in the War;
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many have lost some of their Family with the Plague lately;
many have lost Some of their Family with the Plague lately;
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who hath not been some way or other afflicted? Now consider, 1. It is the saddest affliction, to be no way bettered by afflictions;
who hath not been Some Way or other afflicted? Now Consider, 1. It is the Saddest affliction, to be no Way bettered by afflictions;
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No misery like that, to love the sins, and continue still in the sins which brought our misery:
No misery like that, to love the Sins, and continue still in the Sins which brought our misery:
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Oh, to be as far from our friends (as before) and as far from our God as before;
O, to be as Far from our Friends (as before) and as Far from our God as before;
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to be thrust out of an earthly possession, and not yet to get an heavenly inheritance;
to be thrust out of an earthly possession, and not yet to get an heavenly inheritance;
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to lose our Lands, and not yet to get Christ; to have no home to go to here, nor any home to go unto hereafter;
to loose our Lands, and not yet to get christ; to have no home to go to Here, nor any home to go unto hereafter;
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to lose our estates, and keep our sins; to lose the world, and to lose the soul too;
to loose our estates, and keep our Sins; to loose the world, and to loose the soul too;
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to lose all our comforts, and yet not to lose the cause of all our discomforts.
to loose all our comforts, and yet not to loose the cause of all our discomforts.
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It was a miracle that the three children were in a fiery furnace, yet not one hair of their heads was singed;
It was a miracle that the three children were in a fiery furnace, yet not one hair of their Heads was singed;
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It was a miracle that Moses bush was burning, and not consumed:
It was a miracle that Moses bush was burning, and not consumed:
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Oh, it is a sad wonder that so many afflictions are upon men, and not one sin troubled, not one sin consumed, mortifyed!
O, it is a sad wonder that so many afflictions Are upon men, and not one since troubled, not one since consumed, mortified!
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2. Many persons, though much afflicted, and long afflicted, yet are not converted;
2. Many Persons, though much afflicted, and long afflicted, yet Are not converted;
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God complained of old, they return not to him that smites them; and in another place, yet have ye not returned to me, saith the Lord.
God complained of old, they return not to him that smites them; and in Another place, yet have you not returned to me, Says the Lord.
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There are eight sorts of men, whose afflictions have not been effectual to their Conversion. 1. Stupid Sinners, who know not from whom afflictions are sent, nor for what end:
There Are eight sorts of men, whose afflictions have not been effectual to their Conversion. 1. Stupid Sinners, who know not from whom afflictions Are sent, nor for what end:
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Wherefore hath all this evil befallen us, said they. 2. Desperate Sinners, who forsake God in their afflictions:Wherefore hath all this evil befallen us, said they. 2. Desperate Sinners, who forsake God in their afflictions:
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They cry not when he bindeth them, Job. 30. 13. This evil is of the Lord; They cry not when he binds them, Job. 30. 13. This evil is of the Lord;
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why should I wait upon the Lord any longer? said he in 2 Kin. 6. 33. 3. Bold sinners, who grow worse and worse under their affliction;why should I wait upon the Lord any longer? said he in 2 Kin. 6. 33. 3. Bold Sinners, who grow Worse and Worse under their affliction;
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as the Anvile by blows is more hardened;
as the Anvil by blows is more hardened;
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like Ahaz in his distresses who sinned yet more, 2 Chr. 28. 22. 4. Proud Sinners, who repine,
like Ahaz in his Distresses who sinned yet more, 2 Christ 28. 22. 4. Proud Sinners, who repine,
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and murmur, and complain against God, fretting against him, and perhaps cursing of God, as they in I•. 8. 21. 5. Careless Sinners, who regard not the operations of Gods hands, and lay nothing to heart:
and murmur, and complain against God, fretting against him, and perhaps cursing of God, as they in I•. 8. 21. 5. Careless Sinners, who regard not the operations of God's hands, and lay nothing to heart:
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The unjust knows no shame, Zep. 3. 5. 6. Politick Sinners, who think to make up their losses by any temporizing compliances. 7. Despairing Sinners, who sink under the burden of worldly losses and crosses; The unjust knows no shame, Zep. 3. 5. 6. Politic Sinners, who think to make up their losses by any temporizing compliances. 7. Despairing Sinners, who sink under the burden of worldly losses and Crosses;
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a worldly sorrow doth seize on them, even unto death, and crush them as Rachel, &c. 8. Hypocritical Sinners, who seem to turn unto God in Prayer and Fasting,
a worldly sorrow does seize on them, even unto death, and crush them as Rachel, etc. 8. Hypocritical Sinners, who seem to turn unto God in Prayer and Fasting,
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but it is like Judah, friendly not with their whole hearts;
but it is like Judah, friendly not with their Whole hearts;
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at the best they doe but stop in sinning, but they do not forsake their sins;
At the best they do but stop in sinning, but they do not forsake their Sins;
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their righteousness is but as the morning dew, Hos. 6. I will but say three things to all these men. 1. It is a sure sign, that the afflictions are whips of wrath,
their righteousness is but as the morning due, Hos. 6. I will but say three things to all these men. 1. It is a sure Signen, that the afflictions Are whips of wrath,
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and not rods of love, they come not from a Father, but from a Judg. 2. It is a sure sign that greater afflictions are to follow, I will chastise you seven times more, Lev. 26. 21. or else, which is worse, eternal destructio•.and not rods of love, they come not from a Father, but from a Judges 2. It is a sure Signen that greater afflictions Are to follow, I will chastise you seven times more, Lev. 26. 21. or Else, which is Worse, Eternal destructio•.
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Reprobate Silver shall they be called: Reprobate Silver shall they be called:
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Because I would have purged thee, and thou wast not purged, thou shalt not be purged till I cause my fury to rest upon thee. 3. It is a sign that men are very wicked, drowned in the love of sin,Because I would have purged thee, and thou wast not purged, thou shalt not be purged till I cause my fury to rest upon thee. 3. It is a Signen that men Are very wicked, drowned in the love of since,
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or the World, or that a spirit of Atheism prevails and reigns in them. I now proceed to another Proposition, which is implyed in these words:
or the World, or that a Spirit of Atheism prevails and reigns in them. I now proceed to Another Proposition, which is employed in these words:
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That there is an Almighty Power required to convert or change a sinner, no less then is requisite to quicken a dead man: (This my Son was dead, That there is an Almighty Power required to convert or change a sinner, no less then is requisite to quicken a dead man: (This my Son was dead,
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and is alive again;) To awaken a man out of sleep, needs no great power; (a word, a call, a cry, a little stiring may do it;) but to quicken a dead man, here calls,
and is alive again;) To awaken a man out of sleep, needs no great power; (a word, a call, a cry, a little stirring may do it;) but to quicken a dead man, Here calls,
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and cries, and stirrings will not do it, all the power of Men and Angels will not do it.
and cries, and stirrings will not do it, all the power of Men and Angels will not do it.
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In Acts 2. 41. you read of three thousand converted at one Sermon.
In Acts 2. 41. you read of three thousand converted At one Sermon.
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And in Acts 4. 4. of five thousand converted at another Sermon, so many, so quickly converted;
And in Acts 4. 4. of five thousand converted At Another Sermon, so many, so quickly converted;
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certainly the Power that wrought this must be Almighty.
Certainly the Power that wrought this must be Almighty.
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Jesus Christ himself must come, and he must cry, and he must cry with a loud voice;
jesus christ himself must come, and he must cry, and he must cry with a loud voice;
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Lazarus, come forth, Joh. 11. 43. The Apostle speaks of the exceeding greatness of Gods Power, towards them that believe,
Lazarus, come forth, John 11. 43. The Apostle speaks of the exceeding greatness of God's Power, towards them that believe,
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and of the working of his mighty Power, Ephes. 1. 19. Even such a Power as God wrought in Christ,
and of the working of his mighty Power, Ephesians 1. 19. Even such a Power as God wrought in christ,
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when he raised him from the dead, v. 20. There is a twofold opinion about the power which is put forth in a sinners Conversion. 1. Some hold it to be Moral only, because this is most congruous to the will of man, which is a moral subject. when he raised him from the dead, v. 20. There is a twofold opinion about the power which is put forth in a Sinners Conversion. 1. some hold it to be Moral only, Because this is most congruous to the will of man, which is a moral Subject.
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God (they imagine) doth offer and propound such Objects, with such Arguments which do wooe,
God (they imagine) does offer and propound such Objects, with such Arguments which do woo,
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and allure, and prevail with the will of a sinner. Sol. It is true that the outward means work only after a moral way.
and allure, and prevail with the will of a sinner. Sol. It is true that the outward means work only After a moral Way.
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The word (which is the ministry for Conversion) it doth offer to the sinner Arguments of life, and death;
The word (which is the Ministry for Conversion) it does offer to the sinner Arguments of life, and death;
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It reveales, and commands, and promiseth and threatneth: But a moral suasion (as they call it) is not sufficient to convert:
It reveals, and commands, and promises and threatens: But a moral suasion (as they call it) is not sufficient to convert:
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And there are four Reasons which to me seem very strong and unanswerable against it, 1. The very Phrases by which a sinners Conversion is expressed in Scripture, do surmount a moral suasion:
And there Are four Reasons which to me seem very strong and unanswerable against it, 1. The very Phrases by which a Sinners Conversion is expressed in Scripture, do surmount a moral suasion:
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There is no less power to convert a sinner then there was 1. To create man at the first. 2. There shall be to raise the dead at the last;
There is no less power to convert a sinner then there was 1. To create man At the First. 2. There shall be to raise the dead At the last;
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when a sinner is converted, he is said to be created again, to be born again, to be regenerated;
when a sinner is converted, he is said to be created again, to be born again, to be regenerated;
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his heart is said to be opened, and circumcised; his strong heart is taken away, an heart of flesh is given unto him;
his heart is said to be opened, and circumcised; his strong heart is taken away, an heart of Flesh is given unto him;
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surely all this is more then a moral power. 2. This moral suasion must necessarily presuppose some power and abilities in him with whom it deals;
surely all this is more then a moral power. 2. This moral suasion must necessarily presuppose Some power and abilities in him with whom it deals;
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as if you counsel a man, you suppose something in him to incline him to hearken;
as if you counsel a man, you suppose something in him to incline him to harken;
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if you do not suppose such a power, then it must be supposed that your counsel is in vain;
if you do not suppose such a power, then it must be supposed that your counsel is in vain;
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as if you should counsel an Ethiopian to change his skin, or a blind man to see;
as if you should counsel an Ethiopian to change his skin, or a blind man to see;
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this were in vain, for there is no power in them to do these. 3. The conversion of a sinner in respect of God should be then contingent;
this were in vain, for there is no power in them to do these. 3. The conversion of a sinner in respect of God should be then contingent;
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It might be, and it might not be;
It might be, and it might not be;
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Though God intends to convert a man, yet he may fail and miss of the event,
Though God intends to convert a man, yet he may fail and miss of the event,
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for as much as a moral work is resistable, and may easily be put by. How often would I have gathered your children, and you would not;
for as much as a moral work is resistable, and may Easily be put by. How often would I have gathered your children, and you would not;
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yee alwayes resist the Holy-Ghost. 4. Yea, the Conversion of a sinner should in the event depend more upon the will of man,
ye always resist the Holy ghost. 4. Yea, the Conversion of a sinner should in the event depend more upon the will of man,
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then on the will of God. The grace offered is common, and it is made peculiar, and differential by mans will;then on the will of God. The grace offered is Common, and it is made peculiar, and differential by men will;
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the right use of grace is not of grace, but of free will;
the right use of grace is not of grace, but of free will;
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so that discrimen siliorum Dei & seculi, is a natura, not ex gratia. The moral suasion is presented unto two sinners, the suasion is alike;
so that discrimen siliorum Dei & Seculi, is a Nature, not ex Gratia. The moral suasion is presented unto two Sinners, the suasion is alike;
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why doth it bring this man and not the other man to Conversion? There can be no reason given but this, that the one would hearken to it, the other would not;
why does it bring this man and not the other man to Conversion? There can be no reason given but this, that the one would harken to it, the other would not;
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so that the effect of Conversion (by this opinion) is manifestly placed in the liberty of a sinners will,
so that the Effect of Conversion (by this opinion) is manifestly placed in the liberty of a Sinners will,
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whereas the Scripture plainly ascribes it to the will of him who calls, not to the will of him who is called. 2. Others hold it to be much beyond this;
whereas the Scripture plainly ascribes it to the will of him who calls, not to the will of him who is called. 2. Others hold it to be much beyond this;
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To be a most High Power, a Creating Power, a Divine Power, an Almighty Power, such a Power as overpowers all the sinful power in man, bears it down, To be a most High Power, a Creating Power, a Divine Power, an Almighty Power, such a Power as overpowers all the sinful power in man, bears it down,
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and overcomes a proud, stubborn, resisting heart; though it doth not totaliter eradicare, yet it doth actualiter predominari & vincere resistentiam voluntatis.
and overcomes a proud, stubborn, resisting heart; though it does not totaliter eradicare, yet it does actualiter predominari & vincere resistentiam voluntatis.
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Now that no less power is sufficient, effectually to convert a sinner, may be cleared by these Arguments. 1. If you consider the nature of Conversion it self:
Now that no less power is sufficient, effectually to convert a sinner, may be cleared by these Arguments. 1. If you Consider the nature of Conversion it self:
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there are two things which Conversion doth denote;
there Are two things which Conversion does denote;
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One is an immediate work of God, renewing man, or giving unto him a new birth;One is an immediate work of God, renewing man, or giving unto him a new birth;
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this cannot be done without an almighty Power.
this cannot be done without an almighty Power.
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Our Divines in the Synod of Dort, call this Mirabilem operationem; Prosper calls this Grace Bonorum in nobis creatricem: This is the creating work, to bestow a Soul upon the Soul, a Spirit of life upon a spirit;
Our Divines in the Synod of Dort, call this Mirabilem operationem; Prosper calls this Grace Bonorum in nobis Creatricem: This is the creating work, to bestow a Soul upon the Soul, a Spirit of life upon a Spirit;
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this must be the work of an almighty God indeed, Omnipotentissima potestas inclinandi humanorum cordium:
this must be the work of an almighty God indeed, Omnipotentissima potestas inclinandi humanorum cordium:
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Austin de Cor. & Gra. c. 14. No man nor Angel can make a creature, only a God can make creatures, and new creatures:
Austin de Cor. & Gra. c. 14. No man nor Angel can make a creature, only a God can make creatures, and new creatures:
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The Ethiopian cannot change his skin, and can any but a God, change the heart, the nature of a sinner? Another is, A work of man by Faith,
The Ethiopian cannot change his skin, and can any but a God, change the heart, the nature of a sinner? another is, A work of man by Faith,
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and Repentance, turning himself unto God;and Repentance, turning himself unto God;
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some term the former conversionem primam, and the latter conversionem secundam; these two in the order of time cannot scarce be distinguished,
Some term the former conversionem primam, and the latter conversionem secundam; these two in the order of time cannot scarce be distinguished,
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but in order of causality they are, the work of God converting man is before, and it is a cause of the action in man converting unto God:
but in order of causality they Are, the work of God converting man is before, and it is a cause of the actium in man converting unto God:
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Now Conversion in this sense depends upon an almighty Power; even the believer cannot believe without Gods mighty Power;
Now Conversion in this sense depends upon an almighty Power; even the believer cannot believe without God's mighty Power;
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there is a wonderful Power required to draw out the act of believing:
there is a wondered Power required to draw out the act of believing:
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Oh, how much power is necessary to make any troubled broken heart actually to come unto Christ, actually to believe, to embrace Jesus Christ!
O, how much power is necessary to make any troubled broken heart actually to come unto christ, actually to believe, to embrace jesus christ!
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how many Seas must be divided first? how many Mountains levelled and removed out of their places first? It must come from the Father,
how many Seas must be divided First? how many Mountains leveled and removed out of their places First? It must come from the Father,
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if any do come unto the Son. See Jo. 6. 37. 45. Ʋnto you it is given to believe.
if any do come unto the Son. See John 6. 37. 45. Ʋnto you it is given to believe.
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(NONLATINALPHABET) Faith is the gift of God, and the act of Faith is the gift of God too;
() Faith is the gift of God, and the act of Faith is the gift of God too;
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a renewed will is from God, and when it is renewed, even now to will is from God:
a renewed will is from God, and when it is renewed, even now to will is from God:
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God works in you to will and to do of his good pleasure, Phil. 2. 13. there must be his good will to make us will good,
God works in you to will and to do of his good pleasure, Philip 2. 13. there must be his good will to make us will good,
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and his NONLATINALPHABET for our NONLATINALPHABET, his work to make us to work. 2. If you consider the strength of sin in mans nature:
and his for our, his work to make us to work. 2. If you Consider the strength of since in men nature:
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we look upon two things in sin; the guilt of it;
we look upon two things in since; the guilt of it;
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Oh, this was so great, so mighty that it could never be expiated but by an almighty satisfaction,
O, this was so great, so mighty that it could never be expiated but by an almighty satisfaction,
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even the blood of the Son of God; the filth and corruption of it, why!
even the blood of the Son of God; the filth and corruption of it, why!
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thus considered, it is of that strength in the Soul, that no Power but what is Divine can overcome it,
thus considered, it is of that strength in the Soul, that no Power but what is Divine can overcome it,
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an almighty Power is necessary to this, it must be a stronger then the strong that must dispossess this strong man;
an almighty Power is necessary to this, it must be a Stronger then the strong that must dispossess this strong man;
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they are no weak weapons, but mighty weapons; and mighty through God, which must pull down these strong holds;
they Are no weak weapons, but mighty weapons; and mighty through God, which must pull down these strong holds;
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the heart of man is full of evil, saith Solomon;the heart of man is full of evil, Says Solomon;
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it is desperately wicked, saith Jeremy: I beseech you pause a while upon two Considerations. 1. There is an exceeding strength in Sin, it is desperately wicked, Says Jeremiah: I beseech you pause a while upon two Considerations. 1. There is an exceeding strength in since,
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even in the Regenerate, and converted Person:
even in the Regenerate, and converted Person:
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Paul cries out, I am sold, I am led captive. David is weeping for no less sins then of Adultery, and Murder: Peter weeps bitterly for no less sin then denying of Christ, then for swearing and cursing.Paul cries out, I am sold, I am led captive. David is weeping for no less Sins then of Adultery, and Murder: Peter weeps bitterly for no less since then denying of christ, then for swearing and cursing.
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In the very best the flesh lusteth against the Spirit;
In the very best the Flesh Lusteth against the Spirit;
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So that they cannot do the Good they would, and cannot overcome the evil that they hate.So that they cannot do the Good they would, and cannot overcome the evil that they hate.
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Now mark, if there be so much strength in sinful nature dying, how great is the strength in sinful nature living? If there be so much power in a broken arm,
Now mark, if there be so much strength in sinful nature dying, how great is the strength in sinful nature living? If there be so much power in a broken arm,
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how great is the power in a perfect, strong unbroken arm? If all the Christians Grace he hath be sometimes too weak for his sinful inclination, assuredly then all external counsels, advises, reproofs are too weak to alter the whole sinful nature;
how great is the power in a perfect, strong unbroken arm? If all the Christians Grace he hath be sometime too weak for his sinful inclination, assuredly then all external Counsels, advises, reproofs Are too weak to altar the Whole sinful nature;
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for the quality of Grace is much more strong, then the exhortation unto Grace.
for the quality of Grace is much more strong, then the exhortation unto Grace.
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2. That there is such a strength in sin, that all the degrees of Grace unto which a converted person can possible attain in this life, are not able totally to rid the soul of it.
2. That there is such a strength in since, that all the Degrees of Grace unto which a converted person can possible attain in this life, Are not able totally to rid the soul of it.
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Till the mud-wall be quite pulled down, some of the Ivy will stick unto it; Jacob went halting unto his grave.
Till the mudwall be quite pulled down, Some of the Ivy will stick unto it; Jacob went halting unto his grave.
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Till death makes an end of our lives, Grace cannot make an end of our sins.
Till death makes an end of our lives, Grace cannot make an end of our Sins.
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Is it thus with the converted person, that neither Counsels, nor Exhortations, nor Grace received can utterly extirpate sin? nay is sometimes too weak for sin? verily then there can be no conversion of a sinner without an Almighty power:
Is it thus with the converted person, that neither Counsels, nor Exhortations, nor Grace received can utterly extirpate since? nay is sometime too weak for since? verily then there can be no conversion of a sinner without an Almighty power:
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the power of sin in an unconverted man being in fullest strength, in every faculty and making highest resistance to Grace,
the power of since in an unconverted man being in Fullest strength, in every faculty and making highest resistance to Grace,
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because naturally of deepest contrariety thereunto.
Because naturally of Deepest contrariety thereunto.
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3. Nay thirdly, consider as there is a mighty strength in sin, so there is a mighty strength joyned with sin, to oppose the sinners Conversion;
3. Nay Thirdly, Consider as there is a mighty strength in since, so there is a mighty strength joined with since, to oppose the Sinners Conversion;
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and the sinner cannot be converted until both these armies be conquered: 1. Satans strength is joyned with the strength of sin:
and the sinner cannot be converted until both these armies be conquered: 1. Satan strength is joined with the strength of since:
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the sinner is under the dominion of sin, and he is likewise under the dominion of Satan;
the sinner is under the dominion of since, and he is likewise under the dominion of Satan;
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and as sin is a powerful Lord, so Satan is a powerful Prince;
and as since is a powerful Lord, so Satan is a powerful Prince;
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he is the God of this world, he works mightily in the Children of disobedience, Ephes. 2. 2. He takes them captive at his pleasure;
he is the God of this world, he works mightily in the Children of disobedience, Ephesians 2. 2. He Takes them captive At his pleasure;
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and as Pharaoh raised all his host, when the Children of Israel were to go out of Egypt; so doth Satan stir up all his policy,
and as Pharaoh raised all his host, when the Children of Israel were to go out of Egypt; so does Satan stir up all his policy,
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and put forth all his power, to withhold a person from being converted. He arms the Judgment with reasons, exceptions, shifts, disputes;
and put forth all his power, to withhold a person from being converted. He arms the Judgement with Reasons, exceptions, shifts, disputes;
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and he arms the Will with aversness, unreasonableness, stubbornness, pride; And he arms the Conscience, and he arms the Affections.
and he arms the Will with averseness, unreasonableness, stubbornness, pride; And he arms the Conscience, and he arms the Affections.
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O what corrupt reasonings? how many proud denials? what hideous representations of the wayes of Grace? what delights, what profits we have had by sin? what impossibilities, what disputes, what feares, what terrors, what dampings of the Word, what distractions in Prayer, what agonies,
O what corrupt reasonings? how many proud denials? what hideous representations of the ways of Grace? what delights, what profits we have had by since? what impossibilities, what disputes, what fears, what terrors, what dampings of the Word, what distractions in Prayer, what agonies,
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and continual, and vehement, and violent conflicts, doubts, scruples, & c? 2 All these must be answered, and all these must be conquered, if the soul be converted.
and continual, and vehement, and violent conflicts, doubts, scruples, & c? 2 All these must be answered, and all these must be conquered, if the soul be converted.
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And can all this be done by a morall power? O no;
And can all this be done by a moral power? O no;
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it must be an Almighty power, which must rescue a poor soul out of the hands of two such mighty Lords.
it must be an Almighty power, which must rescue a poor soul out of the hands of two such mighty lords.
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The people of Israel could not be delivered from one King, and with a temporal deliverance,
The people of Israel could not be Delivered from one King, and with a temporal deliverance,
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but by the exceeding greatness of Gods power, and by an high and insuperable working of divine Grace. 4. There is more then an ordinary power required for effects which fall short of Conversion:
but by the exceeding greatness of God's power, and by an high and insuperable working of divine Grace. 4. There is more then an ordinary power required for effects which fallen short of Conversion:
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and if no less then an almighty power be required for these (which are at the best but subordinate and preparative workes to the main work of Conversion,) questionless then, the work of Conversion depends,
and if no less then an almighty power be required for these (which Are At the best but subordinate and preparative works to the main work of Conversion,) questionless then, the work of Conversion depends,
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and must depend on an almighty Power.
and must depend on an almighty Power.
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Such a quantity of power cannot be denied for the greater, which yet must be granted for the lesser works, in the same Order.
Such a quantity of power cannot be denied for the greater, which yet must be granted for the lesser works, in the same Order.
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There are some good and learned Divines, who handling the preparatives to Conversion, do conceive four precious acts or works, wrought before it.
There Are Some good and learned Divines, who handling the preparatives to Conversion, do conceive four precious acts or works, wrought before it.
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v. g. 1. Notitia divinae voluntatis, a knowledg of the Divine will. 2. Sensus peccati, a sight and feeling of our sins, and sinful condition;v. g. 1. Notitia Divinae voluntatis, a knowledge of the Divine will. 2. Sensus peccati, a sighed and feeling of our Sins, and sinful condition;
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3. Cogitatio de liberatione, some thoughts and desires of deliverance; 4. Spes veniae, an hope at last of a possibility of mercy and pardon:
3. Cogitatio de liberation, Some thoughts and Desires of deliverance; 4. Spes Veniae, an hope At last of a possibility of mercy and pardon:
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all which God works by the preaching of the Word.
all which God works by the preaching of the Word.
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As upon Peters sermon, they came to a •ense of their sin, and fear, and trouble,
As upon Peter's sermon, they Come to a •ense of their since, and Fear, and trouble,
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and desire, and had some hope of deliverance preached unto them, the promise being made to them and unto their Children; upon which God converted them. Now mark me;
and desire, and had Some hope of deliverance preached unto them, the promise being made to them and unto their Children; upon which God converted them. Now mark me;
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There is a necessity of an almighty Power to produce these antecedaneous, and inferior works.
There is a necessity of an almighty Power to produce these antecedaneous, and inferior works.
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None but the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of Glory, can inlighten the eyes of the Ephesians, c. 1. 17, 18. Surely then, none less then he can open the heart of the Ephesians;
None but the God of our Lord jesus christ, the Father of Glory, can inlighten the eyes of the Ephesians, c. 1. 17, 18. Surely then, none less then he can open the heart of the Ephesians;
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for which is the greater work, to open an eye, or to open an heart? Is it not more to give life to the dead,
for which is the greater work, to open an eye, or to open an heart? Is it not more to give life to the dead,
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then to give sight to the blinde? None but God can make a sinner sensible of his sins;
then to give sighed to the blind? None but God can make a sinner sensible of his Sins;
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When the Commandment came, sin revived, and I died, Rom. 7. 9. Now which is the greater work, to make me feel my sins,When the Commandment Come, since revived, and I died, Rom. 7. 9. Now which is the greater work, to make me feel my Sins,
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or to make me forsake my sins? to trouble my heart, or to alter my heart? to feel my disease,
or to make me forsake my Sins? to trouble my heart, or to altar my heart? to feel my disease,
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or to heale me of my disease? to shew me my •etters, or break off these •etters?
or to heal me of my disease? to show me my •etters, or break off these •etters?
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5. It is (at least) as great a work to convert a sinner, as it is to preserve a sinner converted; and one would think a greater work;
5. It is (At least) as great a work to convert a sinner, as it is to preserve a sinner converted; and one would think a greater work;
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for to the one man is dead, to the other he is living.
for to the one man is dead, to the other he is living.
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Is i• not more to make the house, then to repair the house? but to preserve or keep a converted person stedfast to the end, there needs no less then the power of a God:
Is i• not more to make the house, then to repair the house? but to preserve or keep a converted person steadfast to the end, there needs no less then the power of a God:
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(We are kept by the power of God through faith unto Salvation. (We Are kept by the power of God through faith unto Salvation.
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1 Pet. 1. 5.) therefore to convert a sinner doth require no less power then that of a God.
1 Pet. 1. 5.) Therefore to convert a sinner does require no less power then that of a God.
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Now put all these things together;
Now put all these things together;
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the nature of Conversion, the Power of a sinful heart, the Strength of Satan, the Power required for lesser works then conversion, the Greatness of making,
the nature of Conversion, the Power of a sinful heart, the Strength of Satan, the Power required for lesser works then conversion, the Greatness of making,
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then keeping, and then I think it wil manifestly appear, That no less then an almighty Power is necessary to a sinners Conversion.
then keeping, and then I think it will manifestly appear, That no less then an almighty Power is necessary to a Sinners Conversion.
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Is there an almighty power required to convert a sinner, as great a power as to make a dead man alive? how may this humble all our thoughts, and all our hearts!
Is there an almighty power required to convert a sinner, as great a power as to make a dead man alive? how may this humble all our thoughts, and all our hearts!
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you may judg of the depth of the disease, by the bredth of the Remedy;
you may judge of the depth of the disease, by the breadth of the Remedy;
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so may we of the greatness of our fall, by the greatness of the power which is required to raise us up.
so may we of the greatness of our fallen, by the greatness of the power which is required to raise us up.
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O who can utter the sinfulness of a sinner!
O who can utter the sinfulness of a sinner!
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who of us would believe that there is so great a strength in one of his sins!
who of us would believe that there is so great a strength in one of his Sins!
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that all the powers in heaven and earth (less then Gods) are not able, are not sufficient to turn his heart from it!
that all the Powers in heaven and earth (less then God's) Are not able, Are not sufficient to turn his heart from it!
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That one lust of Pride, that one lust of Uncleanness, that one lust of Covetousness, that one lust of vain-Glory, &c. is too strong for thee,
That one lust of Pride, that one lust of Uncleanness, that one lust of Covetousness, that one lust of vain-Glory, etc. is too strong for thee,
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and it is too strong for all the men on earth, and it is too strong for all the Angels in heaven.
and it is too strong for all the men on earth, and it is too strong for all the Angels in heaven.
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Though one puls and the other puls, and all of them pull together, they cannot pull it from thy heart, nor thy heart from it:
Though one puls and the other puls, and all of them pull together, they cannot pull it from thy heart, nor thy heart from it:
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you read in 2 Kings 4. 31. that Gehazi went before Elisha and laid the staff upon the face of the Child, but there was neither voyce, nor hearing;
you read in 2 Kings 4. 31. that Gehazi went before Elisha and laid the staff upon the face of the Child, but there was neither voice, nor hearing;
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wherefore he went again to meet Elisha, and told him saying, The child is not awaked: Why!
Wherefore he went again to meet Elisha, and told him saying, The child is not awaked: Why!
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thus it is with thy heart under all the means of life and Grace;
thus it is with thy heart under all the means of life and Grace;
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they may all turn back to God and say, This sinner is not yet awakened, he is not yet turned;
they may all turn back to God and say, This sinner is not yet awakened, he is not yet turned;
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The word of God may say, I cannot with all my Instructions, with all my Reproofs, with all my Exhortations convert him: nor can I, saith Conscience; nor I, saith Affliction; nor I, saith the Minister; nor I, saith the Father.
The word of God may say, I cannot with all my Instructions, with all my Reproofs, with all my Exhortations convert him: nor can I, Says Conscience; nor I, Says Affliction; nor I, Says the Minister; nor I, Says the Father.
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The proud Pelagians, Papists, Arminians dream in this Point of a sleeper, but think not of a death;
The proud Pelagians, Papists, Arminians dream in this Point of a sleeper, but think not of a death;
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they talk of a prison, and opening the doore, but think not of the chains wherewith the prisoner is bound and fettered:
they talk of a prison, and opening the door, but think not of the chains wherewith the prisoner is bound and fettered:
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they talk of a Counseller, but forget the Physitian; they write, as if a sinner were to be converted with Logick and R•etorick; but alas!
they talk of a Counsellor, but forget the physician; they write, as if a sinner were to be converted with Logic and R•etorick; but alas!
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if any word converts a sinner, it must be an almighty word; God must quicken, as well as call;
if any word converts a sinner, it must be an almighty word; God must quicken, as well as call;
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God must heal, as well as speak; God must work as a God, or else the sinner will remain an eternall sinner.
God must heal, as well as speak; God must work as a God, or Else the sinner will remain an Eternal sinner.
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2. If such an almighty Power be necessary to convert a sinner, then what a foolish Presumption is it to defer to beg Repentance, supposing a lurking dormant power in the heart to turn when we list? But, O vain man!
2. If such an almighty Power be necessary to convert a sinner, then what a foolish Presumption is it to defer to beg Repentance, supposing a lurking dormant power in the heart to turn when we list? But, Oh vain man!
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why yet a little sleep more, and yet a little slumbring more!
why yet a little sleep more, and yet a little slumbering more!
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and why to morrow, or why hereafter? what is thy power, or what is thy strength to come off from thy sins,
and why to morrow, or why hereafter? what is thy power, or what is thy strength to come off from thy Sins,
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or to overcome and turn thy sinful heart? Why!
or to overcome and turn thy sinful heart? Why!
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Go and try some lesser thing, change the Leopards spots, turn night into day, raise thy dead child out of the grave, stop the course of the Sea, and sweeten it:
Go and try Some lesser thing, change the Leopards spots, turn night into day, raise thy dead child out of the grave, stop the course of the Sea, and sweeten it:
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Read the word, and make thy self to understand it; Read thy heart and make thy self to humble it;
Read the word, and make thy self to understand it; Read thy heart and make thy self to humble it;
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if thou canst not do the lesser, the weaker, why wilt thou endanger thy self with a presuming to do the greater, the stronger? Is it credible, that a sinner is able to do the work of a God? thou canst not break the thred,
if thou Canst not do the lesser, the Weaker, why wilt thou endanger thy self with a presuming to do the greater, the Stronger? Is it credible, that a sinner is able to do the work of a God? thou Canst not break the thread,
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and shalt thou be sufficient to break the Cable? thou canst not pluck up the plant,
and shalt thou be sufficient to break the Cable? thou Canst not pluck up the plant,
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and shalt thou be able to pull up the Oak? thou art not able to extinguish the rising of a sinful thought,
and shalt thou be able to pull up the Oak? thou art not able to extinguish the rising of a sinful Thought,
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and wilt thou ever be able to convert a sinful nature? And tel me seriously, doth thy sinful power decrease by sinful actings!
and wilt thou ever be able to convert a sinful nature? And tell me seriously, does thy sinful power decrease by sinful actings!
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In civil trading the stock is sometimes diminished;
In civil trading the stock is sometime diminished;
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but in sinful tradings, sin increaseth the more in strength, by how much the more is it laid out in sinning;
but in sinful tradings, since increases the more in strength, by how much the more is it laid out in sinning;
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and the more that sinful power increaseth, the more need is there of a greater power to convert the heart.
and the more that sinful power increases, the more need is there of a greater power to convert the heart.
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If the weakest sinner doth need an almighty power to convert him, O what an almighty, almighty power doth the strong sinner, doth the long sinner need for his Conversion!
If the Weakest sinner does need an almighty power to convert him, Oh what an almighty, almighty power does the strong sinner, does the long sinner need for his Conversion!
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3. If an almighty power be required to the Conversion of a sinner;
3. If an almighty power be required to the Conversion of a sinner;
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then, if ever you would be converted, look to that which is more then a finite power. then, if ever you would be converted, look to that which is more then a finite power.
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If thou wouldst have thy self converted, or any who belong to thee converted, do not expect it from men or means;
If thou Wouldst have thy self converted, or any who belong to thee converted, do not expect it from men or means;
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Friends may desire conversion, and Ministers may preach the doctrine of Conversion, but it is God only who can effect the work of Conversion.
Friends may desire conversion, and Ministers may preach the Doctrine of Conversion, but it is God only who can Effect the work of Conversion.
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I spake unto thy Disciples (said that troubled man about his possessed child) to cast him out, and they could not, Mar. 9. 18. I confess, we must use spiritual means, we must hear, we must pray, we must confer,
I spoke unto thy Disciples (said that troubled man about his possessed child) to cast him out, and they could not, Mar. 9. 18. I confess, we must use spiritual means, we must hear, we must pray, we must confer,
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but if you think that any of these (nuda virtute) by their own natural power can convert, you are deceived.
but if you think that any of these (nuda virtute) by their own natural power can convert, you Are deceived.
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It is not the word, but God by the word;
It is not the word, but God by the word;
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(the power of God to salvation:) it is not prayer, but God to whom ye pray;(the power of God to salvation:) it is not prayer, but God to whom you pray;
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it is not the minister, but God who sends the minister, who is able to enlighten thy mind, to quicken thy conscience, to convert thy heart;
it is not the minister, but God who sends the minister, who is able to enlighten thy mind, to quicken thy conscience, to convert thy heart;
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Turn thou me, and I shall be turned, said Ephraim, Jer. 31. 18. So say thou, O Lord, thou art the living God, thou only art the Lord of life, I come to thee to convert mee unto thee;Turn thou me, and I shall be turned, said Ephraim, Jer. 31. 18. So say thou, Oh Lord, thou art the living God, thou only art the Lord of life, I come to thee to convert me unto thee;
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I hear, I read, I confer, I meditate on arguments, I purpose, and yet I am not converted;
I hear, I read, I confer, I meditate on Arguments, I purpose, and yet I am not converted;
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Ministers deal with me, and Friends deal with me, and Mercies deal with me, and Afflictions deal with me,
Ministers deal with me, and Friends deal with me, and mercies deal with me, and Afflictions deal with me,
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and Ordinances deal with me, and yet I am not converted! O Lord, I am without strength, and they are without strength;
and Ordinances deal with me, and yet I am not converted! O Lord, I am without strength, and they Are without strength;
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but thou art not without strength. No power less then thine will be sufficient for my Conversion:
but thou art not without strength. No power less then thine will be sufficient for my Conversion:
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Now, O Lord, reveal thine arm; stretch out thine hand; O pity, speak, quicken, turn, save one sinner more;
Now, Oh Lord, reveal thine arm; stretch out thine hand; Oh pity, speak, quicken, turn, save one sinner more;
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nothing is too hard for thee, thou didst make a world by thy mouth, and thou wilt raise the dead, by thy word;
nothing is too hard for thee, thou didst make a world by thy Mouth, and thou wilt raise the dead, by thy word;
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O speak but one word, and my dead soul shall live. 4. Doth the co• version of a sinner depend upon an almighty power? then let us not despair, of a mighty sinner;
Oh speak but one word, and my dead soul shall live. 4. Does the co• version of a sinner depend upon an almighty power? then let us not despair, of a mighty sinner;
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nor yet let a mighty sinner despair of a possibility of Conversion. God hath an almighty Power to condemn a sinner, therefore let him not presume;
nor yet let a mighty sinner despair of a possibility of Conversion. God hath an almighty Power to condemn a sinner, Therefore let him not presume;
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God hath an almighty Power to convert a sinner, therefore let no sinner despair.
God hath an almighty Power to convert a sinner, Therefore let no sinner despair.
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5. Then if any of you be converted, Bless God for it: we could never do it;
5. Then if any of you be converted, Bless God for it: we could never do it;
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it is God, and God alone, who hath done it: there are reasons why God reserves the power of a sinners Conversion to himself alone;
it is God, and God alone, who hath done it: there Are Reasons why God reserves the power of a Sinners Conversion to himself alone;
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1. That men should seek to him alone for it;
1. That men should seek to him alone for it;
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If God alone had not all the power of giving, he should lose of all the duty in praying,
If God alone had not all the power of giving, he should loose of all the duty in praying,
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and asking. 2. That he alone may have all the glory, and praise.
and asking. 2. That he alone may have all the glory, and praise.
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6. This is of exceeding Comfort to us, That it belongs to the almighty power of God to convert a sinner: 6. This is of exceeding Comfort to us, That it belongs to the almighty power of God to convert a sinner:
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For 1. That power is power sufficient: 2. It ever abides in God: 3. It is accompanied with an exceeding willingness;
For 1. That power is power sufficient: 2. It ever abides in God: 3. It is accompanied with an exceeding willingness;
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if thou seekest to him, thou shalt find his will to be as great as his power;
if thou Seekest to him, thou shalt find his will to be as great as his power;
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he is as willing as he is able to convert thee; thou canst not come with a more exceptable petition.
he is as willing as he is able to convert thee; thou Canst not come with a more exceptable petition.
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This my son was dead, and is alive again.
This my son was dead, and is alive again.
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These words comprehend in them (if I mistake not) a most exact discription of a sinners conversion; These words comprehend in them (if I mistake not) a most exact description of a Sinners conversion;
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both 1. In the general nature of it, that it is a (perfective) change; [ Was, and Is; was dead, and is alive:
both 1. In the general nature of it, that it is a (perfective) change; [ Was, and Is; was dead, and is alive:
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] 2. And in the differential or proper ingredients of it, which are couched in these words [ is alive again. ] In which three distinguishing ingredients of conversion are espiable;] 2. And in the differential or proper ingredients of it, which Are couched in these words [ is alive again. ] In which three distinguishing ingredients of conversion Are espiable;
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namely, That it is a Change: 1. Very great, and notable: The inlivening of a dead man is so. 2. Very secret and internal; the puting of life into a dead man is so. 3. Very spreading and universal; when a dead man is made alive, it is so.
namely, That it is a Change: 1. Very great, and notable: The enlivening of a dead man is so. 2. Very secret and internal; the putting of life into a dead man is so. 3. Very spreading and universal; when a dead man is made alive, it is so.
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I confess that every one of these particulars doth merit a full and large discourse;
I confess that every one of these particulars does merit a full and large discourse;
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but because I desire to open unto you the true nature of conversion, at the first, in as narrow a compass as I can, I shall therefore endeavour to draw all these goodly truths into one little Map, that so you may be the better able to •nderstand and remember them.
but Because I desire to open unto you the true nature of conversion, At the First, in as narrow a compass as I can, I shall Therefore endeavour to draw all these goodly truths into one little Map, that so you may be the better able to •nderstand and Remember them.
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With your favour, I will grasp them into this one Proposition.
With your favour, I will grasp them into this one Proposition.
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That true Conversion is a change, a very great, and inward, and universal change. You plainly see four things in this Assertion which offer themselves to our consideration. 1. True Conversion is a change; (was dead and is alive;) certainly here is a change.
That true Conversion is a change, a very great, and inward, and universal change. You plainly see four things in this Assertion which offer themselves to our consideration. 1. True Conversion is a change; (was dead and is alive;) Certainly Here is a change.
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Ego sum ego, said the Harlot, here was no Conversion. Ego non sum ego, answered the young man;Ego sum ego, said the Harlot, Here was no Conversion. Ego non sum ego, answered the young man;
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here was conversion, for here was a change; There may be a was, and an is, without a change.
Here was conversion, for Here was a change; There may be a was, and an is, without a change.
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Christ was God, and is God, Revel. 1. 8. And in many men the was, and the is, are without a change;
christ was God, and is God, Revel. 1. 8. And in many men the was, and the is, Are without a change;
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They were ignorant, and are ignorant still; they were filthy, and are filthy still;
They were ignorant, and Are ignorant still; they were filthy, and Are filthy still;
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Rev. 22. 11. But if a man be converted, the was, and the is, are different, they are changed:Rev. 22. 11. But if a man be converted, the was, and the is, Are different, they Are changed:
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I was a Persecutor, said Paul, but being converted he is not so;I was a Persecutor, said Paul, but being converted he is not so;
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such were some of you, said Paul of the Corinthians, but ye are washed, but ye are sanctified. such were Some of you, said Paul of the Corinthians, but you Are washed, but you Are sanctified.
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Now when I say, that Conversion is a change, you must know that there is a two-fold Change:
Now when I say, that Conversion is a change, you must know that there is a twofold Change:
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One is, Substantial, which alters the substance of man, as in Generation, and in Corruption, of which the Philosophers speak: Conversion is no such change;
One is, Substantial, which alters the substance of man, as in Generation, and in Corruption, of which the Philosophers speak: Conversion is no such change;
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the soul and body of a man remaines the selfe same substance before and after Conversion:
the soul and body of a man remains the self same substance before and After Conversion:
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It was the same Paul who Was a Persecutor, and Is a Preacher of Christ:
It was the same Paul who Was a Persecutor, and Is a Preacher of christ:
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As in the Sacrament, it is the same Bread for substance after Consecration, which it was before Consecration;
As in the Sacrament, it is the same Bred for substance After Consecration, which it was before Consecration;
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So is it the same man, for the Philosophical substance, before and after conversion. Another is accidental, which alters the qualities of man.
So is it the same man, for the Philosophical substance, before and After conversion. another is accidental, which alters the qualities of man.
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Naaman was the same man when he was a Leper, and when he was cured of his Leprosie;Naaman was the same man when he was a Leper, and when he was cured of his Leprosy;
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he was the same for substance, (of it there was no change,) but he was not the same for the accidental quality, (because his leprosie was changed.) Such a change is there in conversion;
he was the same for substance, (of it there was no change,) but he was not the same for the accidental quality, (Because his leprosy was changed.) Such a change is there in conversion;
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the sinfull Leprosie is changed, and a fair beautiful form of holiness is put into his soul;
the sinful Leprosy is changed, and a fair beautiful from of holiness is put into his soul;
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the Glove is now perfumed, the bitter water is now seasoned, another nature contrary to his former nature is now infused;
the Glove is now perfumed, the bitter water is now seasoned, Another nature contrary to his former nature is now infused;
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old things are past away, all things are become new, 2. Cor. 5. 17. Againe observe, that the accidental change,old things Are passed away, all things Are become new, 2. Cor. 5. 17. Again observe, that the accidental change,
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or alteration of a person, is likewise two-fold; 1. One is Corruptive, which is from good to evil;
or alteration of a person, is likewise twofold; 1. One is Corruptive, which is from good to evil;
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such a change was there in the Angels that fell, (they fell from heaven to hell, from being Children of Light, to be the Princes of darkness) and such a change was there in Adam that fell. O what a change!
such a change was there in the Angels that fell, (they fell from heaven to hell, from being Children of Light, to be the Princes of darkness) and such a change was there in Adam that fell. O what a change!
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what a sudden loss of great possessions, of unspeakable perfections. O how good once he was, O what a sinner now he is!
what a sudden loss of great possessions, of unspeakable perfections. O how good once he was, Oh what a sinner now he is!
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2. Another is perfective, which is from evil to Good: Such a change is Conversion: Why!
2. another is perfective, which is from evil to Good: Such a change is Conversion: Why!
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it is from sin to God: It is more then for Joseph to leave the prison and be made a Prince:
it is from since to God: It is more then for Joseph to leave the prison and be made a Prince:
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when a man is converted, he is now raised and enabled with the nature, and life,
when a man is converted, he is now raised and enabled with the nature, and life,
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and excellencies of God and Christ; true Conversion is a perfecting change. One distinction more I cannot omit;
and excellencies of God and christ; true Conversion is a perfecting change. One distinction more I cannot omit;
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It is this, The perfective change is likewise two-fold 1. Relative and forinsecal, as in the Justification of a sinner:
It is this, The perfective change is likewise twofold 1. Relative and forinsecal, as in the Justification of a sinner:
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when a sinner is Justified, the state of this sinner is changed; before it he was in the state of death and condemnation;
when a sinner is Justified, the state of this sinner is changed; before it he was in the state of death and condemnation;
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after it he is in the state of life and absolution. 2. Inherent and intrinsecal; as here in the conversion of a sinner, which is a change within a man;
After it he is in the state of life and absolution. 2. Inherent and intrinsical; as Here in the conversion of a sinner, which is a change within a man;
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a change not so properly of his condition, as of his disposition; even from one contrary to another,
a change not so properly of his condition, as of his disposition; even from one contrary to Another,
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and that à Genere ad Genus, from one kind of quality to another kind.
and that à Genere ad Genus, from one kind of quality to Another kind.
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A sinner hath sometimes a contrary motion of good to evil put into him, but this is not Conversion;
A sinner hath sometime a contrary motion of good to evil put into him, but this is not Conversion;
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for it is not a mutation, but a motion: A sinners inclination is sometimes withheld, that he doth not sin;
for it is not a mutation, but a motion: A Sinners inclination is sometime withheld, that he does not since;
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yet this is not conversion, for it is a chaining only, not a changing of his disposition;
yet this is not conversion, for it is a chaining only, not a changing of his disposition;
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the Lyon is a Lyon in chains. A sinner goes from one sin to another; he leaveth his riotousness, and turneth to coveteousness;
the lion is a lion in chains. A sinner Goes from one since to Another; he Leaveth his riotousness, and turns to covetousness;
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he leaveth profaneness, and turneth to hypocrisy;
he Leaveth profaneness, and turns to hypocrisy;
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yet this is not Conversion, for his sinful disposition is not altered from kind to kind:
yet this is not Conversion, for his sinful disposition is not altered from kind to kind:
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It is but a shifting from one evil to another evil; as the wind from one poynt to another;
It is but a shifting from one evil to Another evil; as the wind from one point to Another;
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it is not a change from evil to good.
it is not a change from evil to good.
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If a man could leave all the sins in the world, and yet he loved and served but one, this man is not a converted man,
If a man could leave all the Sins in the world, and yet he loved and served but one, this man is not a converted man,
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because conversion is a change from one kind to a contrary kind, which the man comes short of whose heart is still set on any one sin.
Because conversion is a change from one kind to a contrary kind, which the man comes short of whose heart is still Set on any one since.
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2. True Conversion is a very great and notable Change;
2. True Conversion is a very great and notable Change;
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there is no change, I think, in all the world of that height and depth as the conversion of a sinner. there is no change, I think, in all the world of that height and depth as the conversion of a sinner.
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No not that from Grace to Glory;
No not that from Grace to Glory;
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because it is but ab imperfecto, and this is à contrario. The Scripture doth frequently parallel it even with those changes which are miraculous:
Because it is but ab imperfecto, and this is à contrario. The Scripture does frequently parallel it even with those changes which Are miraculous:
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When Christ made the blind to see, and the deaf to hear, and the dumb to speak, and the dead to live, and dispossessed Devils; these were very great and notable changes, take them single and they were so.
When christ made the blind to see, and the deaf to hear, and the dumb to speak, and the dead to live, and dispossessed Devils; these were very great and notable changes, take them single and they were so.
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Now all these miracles are wrought in any one converted person;
Now all these Miracles Are wrought in any one converted person;
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'Tis called a Creation, a Resurrection, &c. because God puts out as much Power in the Conversion of a sinner,
It's called a Creation, a Resurrection, etc. Because God puts out as much Power in the Conversion of a sinner,
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as he did in creating the World. It is the prime work of the Spirit of Christ, the top, the very highest;
as he did in creating the World. It is the prime work of the Spirit of christ, the top, the very highest;
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when any one man is converted, the blind is made to see, and the deaf is made to hear: (Isai. 29. 18. In that day shall the deaf hear the words of the Book,
when any one man is converted, the blind is made to see, and the deaf is made to hear: (Isaiah 29. 18. In that day shall the deaf hear the words of the Book,
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and the eyes of the blind shall see out of obscurity, and out of darkness,) and the dumb is made to speak,and the eyes of the blind shall see out of obscurity, and out of darkness,) and the dumb is made to speak,
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and the lame is made to leap:
and the lame is made to leap:
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Isai. 35. 5. The eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf shall be unstopped.
Isaiah 35. 5. The eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf shall be unstopped.
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v. 6. Then shall the lame man leap as an hart, and the tongue of the dumb sing:
v. 6. Then shall the lame man leap as an heart, and the tongue of the dumb sing:
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Yea, and the dead is made to live; [ This my Son was dead, and is alive again;
Yea, and the dead is made to live; [ This my Son was dead, and is alive again;
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] and so many sins as there are from which the heart is converted, of so many Devils is that heart dispossessed;] and so many Sins as there Are from which the heart is converted, of so many Devils is that heart dispossessed;
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thy filthiness was an unclean Devil, and thy persecution was a raging Devil; every sin that possessed thee was a strong Devil within thee:
thy filthiness was an unclean devil, and thy persecution was a raging devil; every since that possessed thee was a strong devil within thee:
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Oh, what a great change is it to behold a stone turned into flesh!
O, what a great change is it to behold a stone turned into Flesh!
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and yet in Conversion, The heart of stone is turned into an heart of flesh, Ezek. 36. 26. What a change were it to see a stone changed into a Son of Abraham! and yet in Conversion a stony hearted sinner is changed into a Son of God;
and yet in Conversion, The heart of stone is turned into an heart of Flesh, Ezekiel 36. 26. What a change were it to see a stone changed into a Son of Abraham! and yet in Conversion a stony hearted sinner is changed into a Son of God;
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what a change were it to see darkness turned into light! yet in Conversion it is so;
what a change were it to see darkness turned into Light! yet in Conversion it is so;
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Ye were once darkness, but now are ye light in the Lord, Eph. 5. 8. What shall I say? in Conversion, the Bramble becomes a Fig Tree,You were once darkness, but now Are you Light in the Lord, Ephesians 5. 8. What shall I say? in Conversion, the Bramble becomes a Fig Tree,
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and the Lion becomes a Lamb, and the Wilderness is turned into a Paradise, and Hell is turned into Heaven;
and the lion becomes a Lamb, and the Wilderness is turned into a Paradise, and Hell is turned into Heaven;
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the Extortioner turns liberal, so did Zacheus; the Persecutor becomes a Martyr, so did Paul; the hideous sinner become a Saint,
the Extortioner turns liberal, so did Zacchaeus; the Persecutor becomes a Martyr, so did Paul; the hideous sinner become a Saint,
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so did the Corinthians; the blasphemer now fears an oath.
so did the Corinthians; the blasphemer now fears an oath.
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There are four things which set out the greatness of the change in a sinners Conversion. 1. There is a change of nature in nature;
There Are four things which Set out the greatness of the change in a Sinners Conversion. 1. There is a change of nature in nature;
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there is a man, and a man, in the same man; an old man, and a new man, in the same man;
there is a man, and a man, in the same man; an old man, and a new man, in the same man;
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two judgments in one judgment, two wills in one will, like two Armies in one Field,
two Judgments in one judgement, two wills in one will, like two Armies in one Field,
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or like the Twins in Rebecca 's Womb. 2. There is the strangest unlikeness to a mans self in a moment that ever was;
or like the Twins in Rebecca is Womb. 2. There is the strangest unlikeness to a men self in a moment that ever was;
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in a moment to hate Christ exceedingly, and the next moment to love Christ above all;
in a moment to hate christ exceedingly, and the next moment to love christ above all;
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to crucifie Christ because he said he was the Son of God, and presently confess that he is the Son of God;
to crucify christ Because he said he was the Son of God, and presently confess that he is the Son of God;
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to mock the Apostles as drunkards, and presently cry out, what shall we do? &c. this moment to love sin,
to mock the Apostles as drunkards, and presently cry out, what shall we do? etc. this moment to love since,
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as if it were my only Heaven; and the next moment to loath sin, as if it were my only Hell:
as if it were my only Heaven; and the next moment to loath since, as if it were my only Hell:
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Now to count all truth and holiness, but as dung to the World;
Now to count all truth and holiness, but as dung to the World;
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and presently to count all the World but as dung to Grace and Christ. 3. There is the highest contrariety in actions and courses that ever was;
and presently to count all the World but as dung to Grace and christ. 3. There is the highest contrariety in actions and courses that ever was;
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to see a man pull down what he built up, and to build up what he pulled down;
to see a man pull down what he built up, and to built up what he pulled down;
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to be mad against Christ, and then presently even besides himself for Christ;
to be mad against christ, and then presently even beside himself for christ;
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to scourge and revile Paul and Silas, and presently after, honour and embrace, and almost adore them:
to scourge and revile Paul and Silas, and presently After, honour and embrace, and almost adore them:
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To reproach the Saints and their wayes, and suddenly to admire them, and value them and their paths,
To reproach the Saints and their ways, and suddenly to admire them, and valve them and their paths,
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as worthiest of our dearest love and society. 4. And a little, very little Grace to produce all this:
as Worthiest of our dearest love and society. 4. And a little, very little Grace to produce all this:
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That one drop should sweeten the great bitter Ocean; that one little spark should cause all this flame;
That one drop should sweeten the great bitter Ocean; that one little spark should cause all this flame;
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A very little Engine should move all the World, and level the Mountains; a little Grace to enter the Throne, and to turn all the soul round about.
A very little Engine should move all the World, and level the Mountains; a little Grace to enter the Throne, and to turn all the soul round about.
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That Moses little Rod should divide the Sea, and melt the Rock; a little Ant tumble down a Mountain;
That Moses little Rod should divide the Sea, and melt the Rock; a little Ant tumble down a Mountain;
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that the Grain of Mustard-seed, which is the least of seeds, should grow into a Tree:
that the Grain of Mustard seed, which is the least of seeds, should grow into a Tree:
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That a very little Grace should transform the most rebellious heart, humble the most proud heart, quicken the dead, purisie the most vile affections, conquer the Gates of Hell, overthrow sin, dispossess Satan;
That a very little Grace should transform the most rebellious heart, humble the most proud heart, quicken the dead, purify the most vile affections, conquer the Gates of Hell, overthrow since, dispossess Satan;
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should beget such a River of Grief, kindle such a flame of love, such a zeal for God, tenderness in Conscience, such a strength to do,
should beget such a River of Grief, kindle such a flame of love, such a zeal for God, tenderness in Conscience, such a strength to do,
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and suffer, to believe, life in death, joy in sorrows, hopes in despair;
and suffer, to believe, life in death, joy in sorrows, hope's in despair;
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raise so high as to love them that hate us, bless them that curse us, pray for them that despightfully use us,
raise so high as to love them that hate us, bless them that curse us, pray for them that despitefully use us,
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and do good for evil. 3. True Conversion is an inward change: When a dead man is made alive, this is done by the infusion of an inward principle of life;
and do good for evil. 3. True Conversion is an inward change: When a dead man is made alive, this is done by the infusion of an inward principle of life;
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the cloathing of a dead man is one thing, and the quickning of a dead man is another thing;
the clothing of a dead man is one thing, and the quickening of a dead man is Another thing;
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it is one thing to plaister an old house, and it is another thing to build a new house;
it is one thing to plaster an old house, and it is Another thing to built a new house;
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Conversion may be considered two wayes;
Conversion may be considered two ways;
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either 1. Extensively: So it is a change even of the life, and outward actions of men;
either 1. Extensively: So it is a change even of the life, and outward actions of men;
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it is a cleansing of the flesh, as well as of the spirit; it is a sanctifying of the body, as well as of the soul:
it is a cleansing of the Flesh, as well as of the Spirit; it is a sanctifying of the body, as well as of the soul:
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It is a putting off the former Conversation, Eph. 4. 22. 2. Denominatively: So it is an inward change;It is a putting off the former Conversation, Ephesians 4. 22. 2. Denominatively: So it is an inward change;
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the Prophet calls it a washing of the heart, Wash thine heart, O Jerusalem, Jer. 44. 4. The Apostle calls it a transformation by the renewing of the mind, Rom. 2. 29. and a Circumcision of the heart, Rom. 2. 29. St. John calls it, a laying the Ax to the root of the Tree, Mat. 3. 10. Ezekiel calls it, the giving of a new heart,
the Prophet calls it a washing of the heart, Wash thine heart, Oh Jerusalem, Jer. 44. 4. The Apostle calls it a transformation by the renewing of the mind, Rom. 2. 29. and a Circumcision of the heart, Rom. 2. 29. Saint John calls it, a laying the Ax to the root of the Tree, Mathew 3. 10. Ezekielem calls it, the giving of a new heart,
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and of a new spirit, Ezek. 36. 26. Every converted man hath a changed heart;and of a new Spirit, Ezekiel 36. 26. Every converted man hath a changed heart;
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we say in nature, that Cor est primum vivens: It is true also in Grace, the first work of quickning and converting Grace begins in the heart of a sinner.
we say in nature, that Cor est primum Living: It is true also in Grace, the First work of quickening and converting Grace begins in the heart of a sinner.
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The heart first fell from God, and it is the first that turns unto God.
The heart First fell from God, and it is the First that turns unto God.
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The heart is the first Seat of Sin, and it is the first Throne of Grace:
The heart is the First Seat of since, and it is the First Throne of Grace:
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Sin is the wound and disease of the heart, and Grace must bring the Plaister thither;
since is the wound and disease of the heart, and Grace must bring the Plaster thither;
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sin is first in the heart, and most in the heart; dominion is there, the poyson is there;
since is First in the heart, and most in the heart; dominion is there, the poison is there;
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bring in the heart, prevail with it, and you bring in all the man:
bring in the heart, prevail with it, and you bring in all the man:
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An outward change without an inward change, is 1. But Hypocrisie: The Hypocritical Pharisees made clean the outside of the Cup, bùt not the inside;
an outward change without an inward change, is 1. But Hypocrisy: The Hypocritical Pharisees made clean the outside of the Cup, bùt not the inside;
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a golden profession and a rotten heart, this is but Hypocrisie. 2. But Vanity; it is to lap the Boughs,
a golden profession and a rotten heart, this is but Hypocrisy. 2. But Vanity; it is to lap the Boughs,
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and leave the Roots which can send out more;
and leave the Roots which can send out more;
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it is to empty the Cistern, and to leave the Fountain running, which fills it again. 3. But self and souldeceit: What a foolish fancy is it to think my self a converted man,
it is to empty the Cistern, and to leave the Fountain running, which fills it again. 3. But self and souldeceit: What a foolish fancy is it to think my self a converted man,
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because my Tongue is quiet, and yet my heart doth curse God? because my body is honest,
Because my Tongue is quiet, and yet my heart does curse God? Because my body is honest,
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when yet my heart burns and boils with lust? because my hands strike not, and yet my heart is full of malice, and revenge, and murder?
when yet my heart burns and boils with lust? Because my hands strike not, and yet my heart is full of malice, and revenge, and murder?
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Quest. But here a single scruple may be propounded, viz. Whether every internal change be an evidence of true Conversion. Quest. But Here a single scruple may be propounded, viz. Whither every internal change be an evidence of true Conversion.
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To which I answer, it is not;
To which I answer, it is not;
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there are four Internal changes which may be in a man unconverted. 1. A change from ignorance to knowledg:
there Are four Internal changes which may be in a man unconverted. 1. A change from ignorance to knowledge:
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The man who was an ignorant sinner, may become a knowing sinner, and yet remain still an unconverted sinner;
The man who was an ignorant sinner, may become a knowing sinner, and yet remain still an unconverted sinner;
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for a man may hate the good which he knows, and love the evil which he knows;
for a man may hate the good which he knows, and love the evil which he knows;
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neither of which can consist with true Conversion. 2. A change from error to truth. Many a man forsakes the Popish Religion, and embraceth the Protestant Religion;
neither of which can consist with true Conversion. 2. A change from error to truth. Many a man forsakes the Popish Religion, and Embraceth the Protestant Religion;
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his opinion and judgment of things may be altered, and yet his sinful heart may not be altered;
his opinion and judgement of things may be altered, and yet his sinful heart may not be altered;
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he may hold justification by faith only, and yet his heart be utterly void of saving faith;
he may hold justification by faith only, and yet his heart be utterly void of Saving faith;
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he may deny merit unto the works of Repentance, and yet his heart never truly repent;
he may deny merit unto the works of Repentance, and yet his heart never truly Repent;
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he may hold the true and right Government of Christ in his Church, and yet that Government of Christ may never be set up in his own heart. 3. A change from security to trouble and perplexity:
he may hold the true and right Government of christ in his Church, and yet that Government of christ may never be Set up in his own heart. 3. A change from security to trouble and perplexity:
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It is possible that a great sinner who was as senseless as the Rock, may now be as trembling as the Leaf,
It is possible that a great sinner who was as senseless as the Rock, may now be as trembling as the Leaf,
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and his conscience troubled as the Sea, and yet his heart not converted;
and his conscience troubled as the Sea, and yet his heart not converted;
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Cain was troubled, so was Pharaoh, so was Saul, so was Judas, yet none of them converted:Cain was troubled, so was Pharaoh, so was Saul, so was Judas, yet none of them converted:
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There is a trouble which riseth from a quick conscience, and there is a trouble which riseth from quickning grace;
There is a trouble which Riseth from a quick conscience, and there is a trouble which Riseth from quickening grace;
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this latter is an evidence of true Conversion, the other is not. 4. A temporary change, or rather a transient diversity in the affections.
this latter is an evidence of true Conversion, the other is not. 4. A temporary change, or rather a Transient diversity in the affections.
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It is possible for some scornful person to hear the Gospel preached by some John Baptist (as Herod did) with joy,
It is possible for Some scornful person to hear the Gospel preached by Some John Baptist (as Herod did) with joy,
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and to hear some Paul (as Felix did) with trembling, who formerly scorned all preaching;
and to hear Some Paul (as Felix did) with trembling, who formerly scorned all preaching;
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yea, this man may be in a great changeableness, yet never be truly changed;
yea, this man may be in a great changeableness, yet never be truly changed;
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divine truths may fall upon him with that evidence and efficacy, as to shake his heart, stir his affections, excite his resolutions,
divine truths may fallen upon him with that evidence and efficacy, as to shake his heart, stir his affections, excite his resolutions,
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and yet after a little while, as the cold doth on Water that is heated, all these workings expire into nothing, his old incorporated, familiar lusts prevail over them, and work them wholly out;
and yet After a little while, as the cold does on Water that is heated, all these workings expire into nothing, his old incorporated, familiar Lustiest prevail over them, and work them wholly out;
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till the inward change be a change of the heart, it is not a truly converting change.
till the inward change be a change of the heart, it is not a truly converting change.
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4. Lastly, true Conversion is an universal change: When a dead man is quickned, the soul is not only infused,
4. Lastly, true Conversion is an universal change: When a dead man is quickened, the soul is not only infused,
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but also diffused, it is tota in toto, & tota in qualibet parte, the whole made alive;
but also diffused, it is tota in toto, & tota in qualibet parte, the Whole made alive;
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so is it in true Conversion, that grace which converts a sinner, doth change all the sinner, every faculty of the soul for the quality of it,
so is it in true Conversion, that grace which converts a sinner, does change all the sinner, every faculty of the soul for the quality of it,
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and every member of the body, for the spiritual use of it:
and every member of the body, for the spiritual use of it:
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Therefore, converting grace is compared to the Light which runs through all the body of the aire, every part whereof is inlightned;
Therefore, converting grace is compared to the Light which runs through all the body of the air, every part whereof is enlightened;
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and it is compared to Leaven which spreads and insinuates it self into every part of the Lump.
and it is compared to Leaven which spreads and insinuates it self into every part of the Lump.
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You cannot dip into any leaf of this Book, into any parcel of a converted man,
You cannot dip into any leaf of this Book, into any parcel of a converted man,
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but you shall find a divine and spiritual change, a spirit of grace on it. He is sanctifyed throughout, in soul, spirit and body:
but you shall find a divine and spiritual change, a Spirit of grace on it. He is sanctified throughout, in soul, Spirit and body:
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I confess, it were a work worthy of the deepest study of the exactest Minister to find out,
I confess, it were a work worthy of the Deepest study of the Exactest Minister to find out,
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and deliver two things unto us: 1. One is, the Minimum quod sic, the least breath or life of converting grace. 2. Another is, The specifical operations of converting grace, in all the faculties of the soul, so that one may say safely, this faculty is changed,
and deliver two things unto us: 1. One is, the Minimum quod sic, the least breath or life of converting grace. 2. another is, The specifical operations of converting grace, in all the faculties of the soul, so that one may say safely, this faculty is changed,
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and that faculty is changed by grace and nothing else. This I make no question of, that converting grace doth make the whole man alive.
and that faculty is changed by grace and nothing Else. This I make no question of, that converting grace does make the Whole man alive.
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For 1. It is a new and renewing quality. 2. It is of a diffusive virtue, being a good in Genere optimorum. 3. It must be Co-extensive with sin, which hath perverted the whole man:
For 1. It is a new and renewing quality. 2. It is of a diffusive virtue, being a good in Genere optimorum. 3. It must be Co-extensive with since, which hath perverted the Whole man:
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But yet to set out its changing work in every faculty of the sou•, I cannot undertake it in the exquisiteness thereof;
But yet to Set out its changing work in every faculty of the sou•, I cannot undertake it in the exquisiteness thereof;
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yet if you will favourably accept of my endeavours, I shall attempt towards it, that so you may the better conceive of that universal change wrought in a sinner upon his Conversion.
yet if you will favourably accept of my endeavours, I shall attempt towards it, that so you may the better conceive of that universal change wrought in a sinner upon his Conversion.
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1. I premise a few Propositions which I take for granted truths, (v. g.) 1. That converting Grace, (which changeth the soul) is a Concatination of all particular saving graces:
1. I premise a few Propositions which I take for granted truths, (v. g.) 1. That converting Grace, (which changes the soul) is a Concatenation of all particular Saving graces:
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It is not Faith only, •or Repentance only, nor Hope only, nor Love only, &c. but all of them, a Link or Golden •hain,
It is not Faith only, •or Repentance only, nor Hope only, nor Love only, etc. but all of them, a Link or Golden •hain,
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as it were, of them. 2. That all these are simultaneous in their birth;
as it were, of them. 2. That all these Are simultaneous in their birth;
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they are not implanted one before another, or one more than another, (habitually considered) but are of a simultaneous and coexistent production,
they Are not implanted one before Another, or one more than Another, (habitually considered) but Are of a simultaneous and coexistent production,
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although in the order of working and manifestation of work, there be a precedency. 3. All these graces concur in their specifical nature, and immediate operation,
although in the order of working and manifestation of work, there be a precedency. 3. All these graces concur in their specifical nature, and immediate operation,
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as to a change of the soul.
as to a change of the soul.
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The change wrought in the mind, is of the same nature with that which is wought in the will;
The change wrought in the mind, is of the same nature with that which is wought in the will;
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and the change in the will, is of the same nature with that in the affections;
and the change in the will, is of the same nature with that in the affections;
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every faculty is renewed and changed with the same kind of Grace in Conversion;
every faculty is renewed and changed with the same kind of Grace in Conversion;
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for all true Graces are of the same nature, and all of them concur to work a like saving change;
for all true Graces Are of the same nature, and all of them concur to work a like Saving change;
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though one grace be seated in one faculty, and another grace in another faculty;
though one grace be seated in one faculty, and Another grace in Another faculty;
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all of them are like so many streams flowing from the same Fountain, and coming into diverse Rooms,
all of them Are like so many streams flowing from the same Fountain, and coming into diverse Rooms,
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and washing, or cleansing of them all, so that the whole house is made clean by them. 2. These things being premised;
and washing, or cleansing of them all, so that the Whole house is made clean by them. 2. These things being premised;
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I shall now briefly shew unto you the Univers•lity of change wrought by converting Grace. 1. In the mind or understanding of a sinner (when he is converted) there is implanted an heavenly or saving light or knowledg, which removes the power and dominion of darkness or ignorance,
I shall now briefly show unto you the Univers•lity of change wrought by converting Grace. 1. In the mind or understanding of a sinner (when he is converted) there is implanted an heavenly or Saving Light or knowledge, which removes the power and dominion of darkness or ignorance,
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and now inables the person to behold the saving truths, and will, and wayes of God in Christ, in a spiritual, clear, serious, and delightful manner;
and now inables the person to behold the Saving truths, and will, and ways of God in christ, in a spiritual, clear, serious, and delightful manner;
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all which he looks upon, not with a naked or meerly intuitive apprehension, but with admiration,
all which he looks upon, not with a naked or merely intuitive apprehension, but with admiration,
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but with application, but with delight, and singular desire, and a certain kind of transformation. 2 Cor. 3. 18. Bu• we all with open face beholding as in a glass the Glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from Glory to Glory:
but with application, but with delight, and singular desire, and a certain kind of transformation. 2 Cor. 3. 18. Bu• we all with open face beholding as in a glass the Glory of the Lord, Are changed into the same image from Glory to Glory:
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When the mind is renewed, it hath now a spiritual light and worth.
When the mind is renewed, it hath now a spiritual Light and worth.
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Jesus Christ appears as an excellent Object to Paul, Phil. 3. 8. and the Statutes of God an excellent Object to David, Psal. 119. 4, 5. 2. In the Judgment of a sinner (when he is converted) there is also a saving and a gracious change;
jesus christ appears as an excellent Object to Paul, Philip 3. 8. and the Statutes of God an excellent Object to David, Psalm 119. 4, 5. 2. In the Judgement of a sinner (when he is converted) there is also a Saving and a gracious change;
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for there doth converting Grace cast down the high imaginations of a sinner (as touching himself) and his carnal reasonings,
for there does converting Grace cast down the high Imaginations of a sinner (as touching himself) and his carnal reasonings,
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and fleshly disputes against God and Christ, and holiness, and so captivates the judgment of a sinner, that he confesseth and acknowledgeth,
and fleshly disputes against God and christ, and holiness, and so captivates the judgement of a sinner, that he Confesses and acknowledgeth,
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and approveth of all the methods, truths, causes, means, and wayes of salvation, as best, and best for him, and now best for him;
and approveth of all the methods, truths, Causes, means, and ways of salvation, as best, and best for him, and now best for him;
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Oh, none but Christ, none but Christ (said the Martyr:) It it wonderful to behold how the judgment of a converted man condemns what he formerly approved most,
O, none but christ, none but christ (said the Martyr:) It it wondered to behold how the judgement of a converted man condemns what he formerly approved most,
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and how it approves what he condemned most;
and how it approves what he condemned most;
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the man now judgeth of his sin, as the only evil, and of Christ as his only good:
the man now Judgeth of his since, as the only evil, and of christ as his only good:
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Oh, how foolish, how vain, how vile, that I have lived in, and served, and followed my sinful lusts!
O, how foolish, how vain, how vile, that I have lived in, and served, and followed my sinful Lustiest!
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Oh, how glorious, how happy, how desireable is a part in Christ and Grace;
O, how glorious, how happy, how desirable is a part in christ and Grace;
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yea, and the judgment now is as fruitful and vigorous in forming Arguments to forsake sin,
yea, and the judgement now is as fruitful and vigorous in forming Arguments to forsake since,
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as it was once to draw the heart to sin, and sees a thousand times more reason to embrace Christ,
as it was once to draw the heart to sin, and sees a thousand times more reason to embrace christ,
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and love holiness, then to slight and refuse them. 3. In the Will of a sinner (when he is converted) there is also a change wrought by Grace;
and love holiness, then to slight and refuse them. 3. In the Will of a sinner (when he is converted) there is also a change wrought by Grace;
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the resisting, proud, unreasonable stubbornness and enmity of it is subdued, and an holy pliableness, yieldingness, willingness is conveyed into it.
the resisting, proud, unreasonable stubbornness and enmity of it is subdued, and an holy pliableness, yieldingness, willingness is conveyed into it.
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Tis rare to behold how the Needle with one touch of the Adamant wheels about,
This rare to behold how the Needle with one touch of the Adamant wheels about,
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so to behold the admirable inclinations of the will of a sinner, upon one touch of Grace from Christ;
so to behold the admirable inclinations of the will of a sinner, upon one touch of Grace from christ;
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not long since deaf, but now hearkening;
not long since deaf, but now Harkening;
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not long since resisting of Christ to the death, and now following Christ as for life;
not long since resisting of christ to the death, and now following christ as for life;
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a little while since shutting the door, and barring it, and now unlocking the door, and opening it;
a little while since shutting the door, and barring it, and now unlocking the door, and opening it;
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ere while I will not, and now Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? I should be tedious unto you to discourse of the new inclinations and aversions, of the new elections and rejections, of the new purposes and resolutions, of the new conformableness and subjections which are plainly evident upon Conversion in the will of the sinner. 4 ▪ In all the affections of a sinner, which in Conversion are so metamorphosed or changed, that you can hardly perswade your self, this is the man to day, whom you knew yesterday;
ere while I will not, and now Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? I should be tedious unto you to discourse of the new inclinations and aversions, of the new elections and rejections, of the new Purposes and resolutions, of the new conformableness and subjections which Are plainly evident upon Conversion in the will of the sinner. 4 ▪ In all the affections of a sinner, which in Conversion Are so metamorphosed or changed, that you can hardly persuade your self, this is the man to day, whom you knew yesterday;
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one affection seems to be changed into another, love into hatred, and hatred into love; joy into grief, boldness into fear;
one affection seems to be changed into Another, love into hatred, and hatred into love; joy into grief, boldness into Fear;
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Lately, the desires were, who will shew us any good;
Lately, the Desires were, who will show us any good;
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now the desires are, what shall we do to be saved? Lately, the delights were i• sin, in sensualities, in vain societies;
now the Desires Are, what shall we do to be saved? Lately, the delights were i• since, in Sensualities, in vain societies;
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now they are in the favour of God, in Jesus Christ, in pardon of sin, in heavenly communion:
now they Are in the favour of God, in jesus christ, in pardon of since, in heavenly communion:
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Lately, the love was set on that which was most unlovely, now it is set on the most lovely object indeed, Christ is the center, &c. Lately, the grief was a turbulent Sea for worldly losses,
Lately, the love was Set on that which was most unlovely, now it is Set on the most lovely Object indeed, christ is the centre, etc. Lately, the grief was a turbulent Sea for worldly losses,
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but now it is a running River for sinning against God: Lately, the affections were wings for iniquity, but now they are springs for duty: I may not inlarge;
but now it is a running River for sinning against God: Lately, the affections were wings for iniquity, but now they Are springs for duty: I may not enlarge;
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by what you have heard, it may plainly appear that true Conversion works an universal change in the sinner:
by what you have herd, it may plainly appear that true Conversion works an universal change in the sinner:
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Demonstrations that there is a notable change in Conversion. 1. The person converted, he is made pertaker of the Divine Nature, 1 Pet. 1. 4. He is a new Creature, 2 Cor. 5. 7. He is quickned from the dead, Eph. 2. 1. He is born again, Jo. 3. 3. 2. The work of Conversion: It is the effect of the great and good will of Election;
Demonstrations that there is a notable change in Conversion. 1. The person converted, he is made partaker of the Divine Nature, 1 Pet. 1. 4. He is a new Creature, 2 Cor. 5. 7. He is quickened from the dead, Ephesians 2. 1. He is born again, John 3. 3. 2. The work of Conversion: It is the Effect of the great and good will of Election;
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and in it, God displayes the glory of his great Love and Grace, and Mercy;
and in it, God displays the glory of his great Love and Grace, and Mercy;
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And Christ sees of the travel of his soul, some special fruit of his wonderful sufferings and purchases;
And christ sees of the travel of his soul, Some special fruit of his wondered sufferings and purchases;
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And the holy Ghost doth manifest his almighty Po•er, and the noblest act thereof;
And the holy Ghost does manifest his almighty Po•er, and the Noblest act thereof;
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and converting grace is a new contrary nature, a new man. 3. The end of Conversion: Conversion is the first inward work for heavenly glory.
and converting grace is a new contrary nature, a new man. 3. The end of Conversion: Conversion is the First inward work for heavenly glory.
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It is wrought to make us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the Saints in light;
It is wrought to make us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the Saints in Light;
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Naturally we are opposite to God, and to all Communion with him; Without holiness no man shall see the Lord;
Naturally we Are opposite to God, and to all Communion with him; Without holiness no man shall see the Lord;
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no unclean thing can enter there; sinning Angels were cast out of Heaven; God qualifies those whom he will dignifie;
no unclean thing can enter there; sinning Angels were cast out of Heaven; God Qualifies those whom he will dignify;
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he qualifyed Saul for an earthly Kingdome, much more the sinner for an heavenly Kingdome: Heavenly glory is absolutely inconsistent with a graceless heart;
he qualified Saul for an earthly Kingdom, much more the sinner for an heavenly Kingdom: Heavenly glory is absolutely inconsistent with a graceless heart;
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the promise of it is so, and the nature of it is so, and the work of it is so,
the promise of it is so, and the nature of it is so, and the work of it is so,
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and the reward of it is so. 4. Converted persons are to live other lives, and to do other works;
and the reward of it is so. 4. Converted Persons Are to live other lives, and to do other works;
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therefore, there must be a change of their Forms, and Principles, and Powers.
Therefore, there must be a change of their Forms, and Principles, and Powers.
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Is true Conversion a change? a great change? an internal and cordial change? an universal change? Why!
Is true Conversion a change? a great change? an internal and cordial change? an universal change? Why!
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then this one truth palpably convinceth multitudes of people, to be (as yet) not converted.
then this one truth palpably Convinces Multitudes of people, to be (as yet) not converted.
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1. There are some men in whom there appears no change at all, neither inward nor outward;
1. There Are Some men in whom there appears no change At all, neither inward nor outward;
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the Leopards spots remain, and the Blackmores skin is unchanged; they were ignorant, and so are still;
the Leopards spots remain, and the Blackamoors skin is unchanged; they were ignorant, and so Are still;
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they were drunkards, swearers, railers, scoffers, mockers of godliness, and godly men, Sabbath-breakers, unclean, proud, and so are still.
they were drunkards, swearers, railers, scoffers, mockers of godliness, and godly men, Sabbath breakers, unclean, proud, and so Are still.
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The Prophet speaks of some, whose scum departed not from them, Ezek. 24. 12. And the Apostle, of some who cannot cease to do evil, 2 Pet. 2. 14. And David, of some who hate to be reformed, Psal. 50. 16. And Steven, of some who alwayes resist the holy Ghost, Acts 7. 51. And Paul, of some who wax worse and worse, 2 Tim. 3. 13. Although changes go over their age, they were young,
The Prophet speaks of Some, whose scum departed not from them, Ezekiel 24. 12. And the Apostle, of Some who cannot cease to do evil, 2 Pet. 2. 14. And David, of Some who hate to be reformed, Psalm 50. 16. And Steven, of Some who always resist the holy Ghost, Acts 7. 51. And Paul, of Some who wax Worse and Worse, 2 Tim. 3. 13. Although changes go over their age, they were young,
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and now are old, yet no change goes over their hearts and lives;
and now Are old, yet no change Goes over their hearts and lives;
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although changes go over their bodies, (their strength is changed into weakness, and their health is changed into sickness;) although changes go over their estates, (their wealth is changed into poverty,
although changes go over their bodies, (their strength is changed into weakness, and their health is changed into sickness;) although changes go over their estates, (their wealth is changed into poverty,
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and their abundance is changed into want;) although changes go over the times, (peace is changed into war,
and their abundance is changed into want;) although changes go over the times, (peace is changed into war,
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and safety is changed into danger:) nay although sometimes changes goe over their consciences, (Stupidity is changed into horrour,
and safety is changed into danger:) nay although sometime changes go over their Consciences, (Stupidity is changed into horror,
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and pleasure into terrour:) yet their hearts are not changed: (they approve, love and delight in their sins as much as ever:) and their Conversations are not changed;
and pleasure into terror:) yet their hearts Are not changed: (they approve, love and delight in their Sins as much as ever:) and their Conversations Are not changed;
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they drive the same trade, run on to the same excess of Riotousness, wallow in the same mire of Ungodliness;
they drive the same trade, run on to the same excess of Riotousness, wallow in the same mire of Ungodliness;
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despise converting Ordinances, converted Persons, converting Graces.
despise converting Ordinances, converted Persons, converting Graces.
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Now what shall I say to these Persons? They are unchanged sinners, and so is God an unchangeable God;
Now what shall I say to these Persons? They Are unchanged Sinners, and so is God an unchangeable God;
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who hath threatned them, and swore his Wrath against them. Thou wilt not repent of thy sins, nor will God repe•t of his Wrath;
who hath threatened them, and swore his Wrath against them. Thou wilt not Repent of thy Sins, nor will God repe•t of his Wrath;
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thou wilt not turn to him, and therefore will he turn away his mercy from thee,
thou wilt not turn to him, and Therefore will he turn away his mercy from thee,
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and will overturn, overturn, overturn thee, as the Prophet phraseth it.
and will overturn, overturn, overturn thee, as the Prophet Phraseth it.
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2. There are some whose change is only outward, but it is not inward and cordial:
2. There Are Some whose change is only outward, but it is not inward and cordial:
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they stand off from many sins, and come on to many duties, and yet their hearts are not changed:
they stand off from many Sins, and come on to many duties, and yet their hearts Are not changed:
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There are six things which may convince a man, that his heart is not changed;
There Are six things which may convince a man, that his heart is not changed;
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1. When a man seems to be tender least he should commit a sin, but yet his heart was never tender and humbled for all the sins which he hath committed.
1. When a man seems to be tender lest he should commit a since, but yet his heart was never tender and humbled for all the Sins which he hath committed.
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Jer. 31. 19. I was ashamed, yea even confounded, because I did bear the reproach of my youth.
Jer. 31. 19. I was ashamed, yea even confounded, Because I did bear the reproach of my youth.
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If Repentance begins not in tears, it will end in tears.
If Repentance begins not in tears, it will end in tears.
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When I look forward and see sin with a trembling eye, (O I dare not offend my God:) and when I look backward and see sin with a mournful eye; (O I have sinned, I have sinned:) these indeed do shew a converted and changed heart.
When I look forward and see since with a trembling eye, (Oh I Dare not offend my God:) and when I look backward and see since with a mournful eye; (Oh I have sinned, I have sinned:) these indeed do show a converted and changed heart.
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But I fear it is rather a policy, then a change, and a regard more to my credit,
But I Fear it is rather a policy, then a change, and a regard more to my credit,
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then my conscience, when I expostulate with a sin in Temptation, and never mourn for many sins in Commission.
then my conscience, when I expostulate with a since in Temptation, and never mourn for many Sins in Commission.
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2. When a man leaves many sins, but yet he doth not loath any sin. Many a man sometimes abstains from meat, yet loves it;
2. When a man leaves many Sins, but yet he does not loath any since. Many a man sometime abstains from meat, yet loves it;
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but a good heart abstains from sin, as from a serpent, which he hates. He turnes his face from them, but he turnes not his heart from them;
but a good heart abstains from since, as from a serpent, which he hates. He turns his face from them, but he turns not his heart from them;
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he doth not act the sin, nor doth hate the sin;
he does not act the since, nor does hate the since;
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he doth not let 〈 ◊ 〉 out of door, nor yet crucify it within door;
he does not let 〈 ◊ 〉 out of door, nor yet crucify it within door;
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he seems not to be a friend, and yet is not an enemy to sin;
he seems not to be a friend, and yet is not an enemy to since;
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this mans heart is not changed. 3. When a man acts from an awing Conscience and not from a renewing Spirit;
this men heart is not changed. 3. When a man acts from an awing Conscience and not from a renewing Spirit;
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flies from sin, only, when conscience flies upon him for sinning, and doth good only when conscience is unquiet;
flies from since, only, when conscience flies upon him for sinning, and does good only when conscience is unquiet;
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when not Grace (which works uniformly,) but terour (which works accidentally) is his Principle;
when not Grace (which works uniformly,) but terour (which works accidentally) is his Principle;
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though a while there be some diversity and diversion too in this man, yet there is no change of heart in him;
though a while there be Some diversity and diversion too in this man, yet there is no change of heart in him;
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even Pharaoh under a Judgment yielded, who yet upon a respite hardned his heart again;
even Pharaoh under a Judgement yielded, who yet upon a respite hardened his heart again;
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and Iron, whiles hot, becomes malleable, nevertheless, it is not changed in its Intrinsecal disposition. 4. When a man is Formal in duties, but not Spiritual in duties;
and Iron, while hight, becomes malleable, nevertheless, it is not changed in its Intrinsical disposition. 4. When a man is Formal in duties, but not Spiritual in duties;
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he holds a customary course, but not a conscientious course; this mans heart is not changed:
he holds a customary course, but not a conscientious course; this men heart is not changed:
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Judas was as busie about Christ as the other Disciples, yet he was not changed;Judas was as busy about christ as the other Disciples, yet he was not changed;
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Some unconverted man may be as frequent in religious duties as converted persons are, yet their hearts unchanged.
some unconverted man may be as frequent in religious duties as converted Persons Are, yet their hearts unchanged.
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There are four things which prove a formal Christian to have an unchanged Heart;
There Are four things which prove a formal Christian to have an unchanged Heart;
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for though he doth good duties, yet he doth them, 1. From carnal Principles, of Custome, Education, Example, not from Faith, Love and Spiritual Principles. 2. For Carnal Ends, with a respect to his Estimation with men, not with God;
for though he does good duties, yet he does them, 1. From carnal Principles, of Custom, Education, Exampl, not from Faith, Love and Spiritual Principles. 2. For Carnal Ends, with a respect to his Estimation with men, not with God;
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or he doth some good, to blind and cover more evil. 3. As a Carnal or Natural work, not as a Communion with God or Christ;
or he does Some good, to blind and cover more evil. 3. As a Carnal or Natural work, not as a Communion with God or christ;
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if he doth them it is sufficient, but whether he meets with God in them, or God with him in them;
if he does them it is sufficient, but whither he meets with God in them, or God with him in them;
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whether he pleaseth God, and God accepts of him and them, or what heavenly revenues come into his soul upon them, he regards not. 4. Without any Delight; A good m•n hates the sin which he doth,
whither he Pleases God, and God accepts of him and them, or what heavenly revenues come into his soul upon them, he regards not. 4. Without any Delight; A good m•n hates the since which he does,
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an evil man hates the good which he doth; he delights not in the Law of God after the Inward man;
an evil man hates the good which he does; he delights not in the Law of God After the Inward man;
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he is glad when the work is done, but not to do the work: It is his Task, it is not his Pleasure;
he is glad when the work is done, but not to do the work: It is his Task, it is not his Pleasure;
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It is a Heaviness, but not an Heaven to him; his Spirit is weary, as much as his Body;
It is a Heaviness, but not an Heaven to him; his Spirit is weary, as much as his Body;
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he cannot take hold of God, be importunate in prayer for any Grace; he doth not put out a Might, a Power, a Zeal in holy Services;
he cannot take hold of God, be importunate in prayer for any Grace; he does not put out a Might, a Power, a Zeal in holy Services;
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but acts them with a sleepy, faint, wearisome undelightful Spirit. 5. When a man hath been and still is a stranger to Inward Conflicts, certainly that mans heart was never changed:
but acts them with a sleepy, faint, wearisome undelightful Spirit. 5. When a man hath been and still is a stranger to Inward Conflicts, Certainly that men heart was never changed:
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there may be two conditions, wherein all may be quiet: One is in anothere life where grace stands alone;
there may be two conditions, wherein all may be quiet: One is in Another life where grace Stands alone;
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in heaven there is no sin, but holiness is grown unto its utmost perfection, and therefore it is above contrariety and conflict.
in heaven there is no since, but holiness is grown unto its utmost perfection, and Therefore it is above contrariety and conflict.
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Another is in this life, where sin stands alone, it hath the dominion, and blinds the mind, sears the conscience, and hardens the heart;
another is in this life, where since Stands alone, it hath the dominion, and blinds the mind, sears the conscience, and hardens the heart;
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there is neither a contrary light, nor a contrary grace, to raise any stirs and conflicts.
there is neither a contrary Light, nor a contrary grace, to raise any stirs and conflicts.
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But then there is a third condition, which hath medium participationis in it, in which the soul is partly flesh and partly spirit,
But then there is a third condition, which hath medium participationis in it, in which the soul is partly Flesh and partly Spirit,
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sin is there, and grace is there; there are two contrary Natures, two contrary Lawes, two contrary Inclinations and workings;
since is there, and grace is there; there Are two contrary Nature's, two contrary Laws, two contrary Inclinations and workings;
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two Adamants as it were, one drawing the soul to evil, the other drawing the soul to good, one willing, the other unwilling, one yielding, the other resisting, one putting on to •aith, to love, to mourning, to praying, to repenting, the other putting off the soul from all these;
two Adamants as it were, one drawing the soul to evil, the other drawing the soul to good, one willing, the other unwilling, one yielding, the other resisting, one putting on to •aith, to love, to mourning, to praying, to repenting, the other putting off the soul from all these;
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when I would do good, evil is present with me, saith Paul. And verily it is thus with every converted and changed man:when I would do good, evil is present with me, Says Paul. And verily it is thus with every converted and changed man:
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The flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit lusteth against the flesh; The Flesh Lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit Lusteth against the Flesh;
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and these two are contrary one to another, so that they cannot do the good that they would, Gal. 5. 17. And if no such thing be in thee, thy heart was never changed:and these two Are contrary one to Another, so that they cannot do the good that they would, Gal. 5. 17. And if no such thing be in thee, thy heart was never changed:
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That man who never finds an unbelieving nature, opposing and conflicting with a believing nature;
That man who never finds an unbelieving nature, opposing and conflicting with a believing nature;
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hardness conflicting with softness, &c. his heart was never changed, for converting grace is in us but in part;
hardness conflicting with softness, etc. his heart was never changed, for converting grace is in us but in part;
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and if but in part, then some sinfulness still remains;
and if but in part, then Some sinfulness still remains;
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and believe it, there are not two more active, more contrary, more conflicting principles then grace and sin in the same subject. 6. When a man is constantly formal in the same rode and posture, all his dayes like a Pio•ture, never better nor worse.
and believe it, there Are not two more active, more contrary, more conflicting principles then grace and since in the same Subject. 6. When a man is constantly formal in the same road and posture, all his days like a Pio•ture, never better nor Worse.
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3. There are many men who seem to be changed without and within, yet the change is not a total or universal change; 3. There Are many men who seem to be changed without and within, yet the change is not a total or universal change;
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and there are two things which do manifest a partial change only to be in many men. 1. When they do not come up fully to God, in respect of his commanding will;
and there Are two things which do manifest a partial change only to be in many men. 1. When they do not come up Fully to God, in respect of his commanding will;
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they cannot come up to the Will of God, when his Will is most spiritual, when his will is most strict as self-denial,
they cannot come up to the Will of God, when his Will is most spiritual, when his will is most strict as self-denial,
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when his will is most difficult; Oh, to sacrifice Isa•c that beloved Child, to part with Ben•amin, this is against them;
when his will is most difficult; O, to sacrifice Isa•c that Beloved Child, to part with Ben•amin, this is against them;
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to pluck out the right eye, and cut off the right hand, this is an hard saying,
to pluck out the right eye, and Cut off the right hand, this is an hard saying,
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when his will is most suffering: For the young man to forsake all his riches, this is a sorrowful Injuction;
when his will is most suffering: For the young man to forsake all his riches, this is a sorrowful Injunction;
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to renounce all our honours with Moses, and to suffer reproaches with the people of God;
to renounce all our honours with Moses, and to suffer Reproaches with the people of God;
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to leave Friends, and Father, and Mother, and Brethren, and Sisters, and Children, and Lands, and Life too, as the Apostles did.
to leave Friends, and Father, and Mother, and Brothers, and Sisters, and Children, and Lands, and Life too, as the Apostles did.
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When a man is converted, he is now so changed that his will and Gods Will are not sutable, but also coextensive;
When a man is converted, he is now so changed that his will and God's Will Are not suitable, but also coextensive;
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It is pliable, and it is parallel: Gods Will is my will, and what he wills I will;
It is pliable, and it is parallel: God's Will is my will, and what he wills I will;
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the Law of God is written in his heart, every command of God is ingraven upon it;the Law of God is written in his heart, every command of God is engraven upon it;
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there may you read the Masters Copy, and the Scholar writing after it.
there may you read the Masters Copy, and the Scholar writing After it.
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This is to be done (saith God,) this I desire to do, saith the Godly heart;
This is to be done (Says God,) this I desire to do, Says the Godly heart;
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this I would have thee to believe, Lord I believe, help my unbelief; Thus much I would have thee to suffer;
this I would have thee to believe, Lord I believe, help my unbelief; Thus much I would have thee to suffer;
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Lord strengthen me, and give me not only to believe, but to suffer for thy sake:
Lord strengthen me, and give me not only to believe, but to suffer for thy sake:
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But in a partial change it is otherwise. 2. When they do not fully come up to God in respect of his forbidding will; You know that God forbids all sin, he forbids spiritual sins, (pride, ambition, &c.) as well as fleshly sins, 2 Cor. 7. 1. little sins (faith and troth, vain thoughts) as well as great sins;
But in a partial change it is otherwise. 2. When they do not Fully come up to God in respect of his forbidding will; You know that God forbids all since, he forbids spiritual Sins, (pride, ambition, etc.) as well as fleshly Sins, 2 Cor. 7. 1. little Sins (faith and troth, vain thoughts) as well as great Sins;
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secret sins (alone) as well as open sins; heart sins (heart-adultery, revenge, malice) as well as life sins;
secret Sins (alone) as well as open Sins; heart Sins (Heart-adultery, revenge, malice) as well as life Sins;
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Gospel sins (unbelief and grieving of the Spirit of God) as well as Law sins;
Gospel Sins (unbelief and grieving of the Spirit of God) as well as Law Sins;
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sins of Omission as well as sins of Commission; breeding or original sin as well as actual.
Sins of Omission as well as Sins of Commission; breeding or original since as well as actual.
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Quest. But some may say unto me;Quest. But Some may say unto me;
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If the case be so, How may one know that God hath indeed converted and changed his very heart,
If the case be so, How may one know that God hath indeed converted and changed his very heart,
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so that he may confidently say, that although I was once dead, yet I am now alive? This Question deserves a serious Resolution.
so that he may confidently say, that although I was once dead, yet I am now alive? This Question deserves a serious Resolution.
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For 1. There are many abortive changes, deluding changes, rising from false and insufficient Principles, from a terrifyed conscience,
For 1. There Are many abortive changes, deluding changes, rising from false and insufficient Principles, from a terrified conscience,
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or from politick parts, or from the power of restraint, or from denial of occasions,
or from politic parts, or from the power of restraint, or from denial of occasions,
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or from prevalent passions, or from the contrariety of one sin to another, or from a present and sudden apprehension of matters,
or from prevalent passion, or from the contrariety of one since to Another, or from a present and sudden apprehension of matters,
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or from the defect of strength, or from judicial impressions, by the appearing of death,
or from the defect of strength, or from judicial impressions, by the appearing of death,
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or from education, or from respect to our superiours and friends, and hopes which we have from them, &c. 2. If the heart should never graciously be changed, (as sure as God lives) the man will be damned;
or from education, or from respect to our superiors and Friends, and hope's which we have from them, etc. 2. If the heart should never graciously be changed, (as sure as God lives) the man will be damned;
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though the man may have parts, abilities, honours, be civil, ingenuous, candid and punctual with men, and in-offensive in his dealings: O friends!
though the man may have parts, abilities, honours, be civil, ingenuous, candid and punctual with men, and inoffensive in his dealings: Oh Friends!
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the Heart (or Soul) is that which God looks on, and every man is as his heart is;
the Heart (or Soul) is that which God looks on, and every man is as his heart is;
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as that is, so the man is; he is so for the present, and he is so for eternity.
as that is, so the man is; he is so for the present, and he is so for eternity.
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Except a man be born again he cannot enter into the Kingdome of God, said Christ to Nicodemus, Joh. 3. 3. If any man be in Christ, he is a new creature, saith the Apostle 2 Cor. 5. 17. Old things are past away, all things are become new. Except a man be born again he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God, said christ to Nicodemus, John 3. 3. If any man be in christ, he is a new creature, Says the Apostle 2 Cor. 5. 17. Old things Are passed away, all things Are become new.
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Christ you know is the way, the truth, and the life: Can the Christless man ever be a heavenly man? assuredly no Christ, no Heaven: christ you know is the Way, the truth, and the life: Can the Christless man ever be a heavenly man? assuredly no christ, no Heaven:
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But then if a man be in Christ he is a new Creature (.i.) Christ doth change him, and forms him a new;
But then if a man be in christ he is a new Creature (i) christ does change him, and forms him a new;
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he strips him of his old heart, and puts into him a new heart. These things being premised:
he strips him of his old heart, and puts into him a new heart. These things being premised:
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I now come to answer the Case propounded; Only I must crave favour to acquaint you with two things.
I now come to answer the Case propounded; Only I must crave favour to acquaint you with two things.
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One, that I speak not of such a change as implies perfection, but only of that which although it be true and saving, is nevertheless imperfect, for so is all the work of grace in this life.
One, that I speak not of such a change as Implies perfection, but only of that which although it be true and Saving, is nevertheless imperfect, for so is all the work of grace in this life.
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Another is, that I intend not to give you Characters of a progressive change, which may be found in Christians whom God hath called,
another is, that I intend not to give you Characters of a progressive change, which may be found in Christians whom God hath called,
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and converted, and changed for many years, in whom the work of Conversion is come to much maturity and strength;
and converted, and changed for many Years, in whom the work of Conversion is come to much maturity and strength;
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but only of an initial change, as it stands in truth and sincerity, although newly wrought,
but only of an initial change, as it Stands in truth and sincerity, although newly wrought,
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and perhaps it be very feeble and weak, yet it is to be found in every man whom Divine Grace doth convert.
and perhaps it be very feeble and weak, yet it is to be found in every man whom Divine Grace does convert.
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Now this Initial change may be evidenced by the several contrary habitudes and fixed carriages in the converted person, as to time past,
Now this Initial change may be evidenced by the several contrary habitudes and fixed carriages in the converted person, as to time past,
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and time present, and time future;
and time present, and time future;
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in respect of all which you shall clearly discern a singular alteration, if the Conversion be true.
in respect of all which you shall clearly discern a singular alteration, if the Conversion be true.
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1. The first contrariety or alteration, respects the time past: Before the sinner was converted, there were four unhappy qualities possessing of him,
1. The First contrariety or alteration, respects the time passed: Before the sinner was converted, there were four unhappy qualities possessing of him,
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as touching his sinfulness. 1. A marvellous blindness, and reflexive unsensibleness of his sinful condition, dead in trespasses and sins, Eph. 2. Past feeling, Eph. 4. 19. 2. A wonderful erroneousness and false judgment of his estate;
as touching his sinfulness. 1. A marvellous blindness, and reflexive unsensibleness of his sinful condition, dead in Trespasses and Sins, Ephesians 2. Past feeling, Ephesians 4. 19. 2. A wondered erroneousness and false judgement of his estate;
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thinking highly and proudly of himself, as once La•dicea did, and the Jews and Pharisees did;
thinking highly and proudly of himself, as once La•dicea did, and the jews and Pharisees did;
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We are Abrahams seed, and never in bondage, Joh. 8. 33. 3. A miserable security of spirit, extreamly careless and negligent about the internal and eternal concernments of his soul;We Are Abrahams seed, and never in bondage, John 8. 33. 3. A miserable security of Spirit, extremely careless and negligent about the internal and Eternal concernments of his soul;
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alive once without the Law, Rom. 7. 9. Soul, take thine ease, &c. They say, peace and safety, 1 Thes. 5. 3. 4. A remorseless pursuing of his sinful lusts, without any heartsmiting troubles for his sinning and provoking of God.alive once without the Law, Rom. 7. 9. Soul, take thine ease, etc. They say, peace and safety, 1 Thebes 5. 3. 4. A remorseless pursuing of his sinful Lustiest, without any heartsmiting Troubles for his sinning and provoking of God.
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No man repented, saying, What have I done? every one turned to his course, Jer. 8. 6. 5. Alienation from the life of God, Eph. 4. 18. Thus it was with the man,No man repented, saying, What have I done? every one turned to his course, Jer. 8. 6. 5. Alienation from the life of God, Ephesians 4. 18. Thus it was with the man,
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before God converted him, and changed him;
before God converted him, and changed him;
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but now behold the alteration and contrariety. 1. There is a graciously quick and active quickning light fallen into him, which opens his eyes,
but now behold the alteration and contrariety. 1. There is a graciously quick and active quickening Light fallen into him, which Opens his eyes,
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and affects his conscience to a clear and right sight of his sinful heart and life.
and affects his conscience to a clear and right sighed of his sinful heart and life.
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Rom. 7. 9. But when the Commandment came, sin revived, &c. As if the light of the Sun brake into a darkroom,
Rom. 7. 9. But when the Commandment Come, since revived, etc. As if the Light of the Sun brake into a darkroom,
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and represented all the nastiness in it. Acts 26. 18. To open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light,
and represented all the nastiness in it. Acts 26. 18. To open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to Light,
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and from the power of Satan unto God. and from the power of Satan unto God.
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His sins are set before him, and conscience acquaints him with his forepast evils, so that he is convinced,
His Sins Are Set before him, and conscience acquaints him with his forepast evils, so that he is convinced,
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and can make no defence, but cries out with the Leper, I am unclean, unclean. 2. All his erroneous and proud conceits of himself are tumbled down;
and can make no defence, but cries out with the Leper, I am unclean, unclean. 2. All his erroneous and proud conceits of himself Are tumbled down;
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the Mountains are laid low, and the man judgeth of himself, as if he were the greatest and vilest sinner that ever lived;
the Mountains Are laid low, and the man Judgeth of himself, as if he were the greatest and Vilest sinner that ever lived;
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he abhors himself, Oh, how wicked! Oh, how vain! Oh, how vile! Oh, how mad! Oh, how foolish! Oh, how beastly!
he abhors himself, O, how wicked! O, how vain! O, how vile! O, how mad! O, how foolish! O, how beastly!
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I have been a transgressor from the womb; I have lived without God, against God;
I have been a transgressor from the womb; I have lived without God, against God;
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none so ignorant, none so proud, none so filthy, none so froward and rebellious against the Will of God, against the goodness of God as I:
none so ignorant, none so proud, none so filthy, none so froward and rebellious against the Will of God, against the Goodness of God as I:
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In me there dwelleth no good thing; I am without strength: No man living hath such proper thoughts, such humble thoughts of himself as he.In me there dwells no good thing; I am without strength: No man living hath such proper thoughts, such humble thoughts of himself as he.
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Oh, unfit to dye, unworthy to live, undone if mercy be not free mercy, and abundant mercy. 3. His Castle of security is demolished, and the secure negligent man becomes now a most anxious and solicitous and careful man about the condition of his soul. 2 Cor. 7. 11. What carefulness it wrought in you; this now takes him up.
O, unfit to die, unworthy to live, undone if mercy be not free mercy, and abundant mercy. 3. His Castle of security is demolished, and the secure negligent man becomes now a most anxious and solicitous and careful man about the condition of his soul. 2 Cor. 7. 11. What carefulness it wrought in you; this now Takes him up.
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What shall we do? say they to John the Baptist: And what shall we do? say they to Peter: And what shall I do to be saved? Acts 16. 30. O my Soul (my poor lost, wandring, sinful, undone Soul) what shall I do? what will become of me? and what will become of thee for all these sins? And now the man inquires,What shall we do? say they to John the Baptist: And what shall we do? say they to Peter: And what shall I do to be saved? Acts 16. 30. O my Soul (my poor lost, wandering, sinful, undone Soul) what shall I do? what will become of me? and what will become of thee for all these Sins? And now the man inquires,
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and hears, and confers, and prayes, as for his life: Oh (saith he) I need mercy, and mercy I must have;
and hears, and confers, and prays, as for his life: O (Says he) I need mercy, and mercy I must have;
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I need Christ, and Christ I must have; I need grace, and grace I must have;
I need christ, and christ I must have; I need grace, and grace I must have;
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and as that impotent person lay at the Pool for cure, so doth this converted sinner;
and as that impotent person lay At the Pool for cure, so does this converted sinner;
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he lyes at the pool of the word, and at the gates of heaven day and night;
he lies At the pool of the word, and At the gates of heaven day and night;
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and there he cries out, God be merciful to me a sinner; and there he wrestles with God, as Jacob once;
and there he cries out, God be merciful to me a sinner; and there he wrestles with God, as Jacob once;
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I will not let thee go unless thou bless me; I will not let thee go unless thou bless me;
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until thou be reconciled, until I have Christ, until my heart be sanctifyed. 4. His hardned remorselesness is now turned into a singular brokenness and grief of spirit;
until thou be reconciled, until I have christ, until my heart be sanctified. 4. His hardened remorselesness is now turned into a singular brokenness and grief of Spirit;
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the Rock is smitten, and the waters gush out; a Fountain is opened within him: He who made but a sport of sinning before;
the Rock is smitten, and the waters gush out; a Fountain is opened within him: He who made but a sport of sinning before;
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he who could grasp the nettles, and tread on hell, and vex mercy, and shoot through the heart of Christ,
he who could grasp the nettles, and tread on hell, and vex mercy, and shoot through the heart of christ,
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and not be moved or troubled at all:
and not be moved or troubled At all:
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Oh now, how is the man altered? I see him trembling and quaking with Paul, I see him bitterly weeping with Peter, I see him washing his Couch, with David;
O now, how is the man altered? I see him trembling and quaking with Paul, I see him bitterly weeping with Peter, I see him washing his Couch, with David;
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I see him in heaviness and bitterness for his sinnings, as one for his first born.
I see him in heaviness and bitterness for his sinnings, as one for his First born.
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One while he meditates, and then weeps; thus, and thus, and thus have I dishonoured my God.
One while he meditates, and then weeps; thus, and thus, and thus have I dishonoured my God.
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Another while he hears, and reads, and weeps, I am that man, O Lord; I am he of whom thou speakest, I am that sinner;
another while he hears, and reads, and weeps, I am that man, Oh Lord; I am he of whom thou Speakest, I am that sinner;
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Iam he who hath out-faced thy Law, out-stood thy offers of grace, and resisted (Oh how often) thy good Spirit. 5. He is now for the life of God to be wrought in him:
Iam he who hath outfaced thy Law, outstood thy offers of grace, and resisted (O how often) thy good Spirit. 5. He is now for the life of God to be wrought in him:
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This he now prizeth as the most excellent life; and for this, he praies, Lord, another heart, a new spirit.
This he now prizeth as the most excellent life; and for this, he prays, Lord, Another heart, a new Spirit.
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2. The second contrariety respects the time present: And there are four things for the time present, in a truely changed and converted person which never were in him before. 1. A present hatred of sin. 2. A present flying unto Christ. 3. A present love of God. 4. A present course of new obedience. 1. When the Lord hath converted and changed the heart of a sinner, there is wrought in him a present hatred of sin;
2. The second contrariety respects the time present: And there Are four things for the time present, in a truly changed and converted person which never were in him before. 1. A present hatred of since. 2. A present flying unto christ. 3. A present love of God. 4. A present course of new Obedience. 1. When the Lord hath converted and changed the heart of a sinner, there is wrought in him a present hatred of since;
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the man loved his sins before, and took pleasure in unrighteousness, held it fast, and defended it;
the man loved his Sins before, and took pleasure in unrighteousness, held it fast, and defended it;
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sin is now seen as the greatest evil, and the more he sees it, the more he hates it:
since is now seen as the greatest evil, and the more he sees it, the more he hates it:
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As soon as ever the heart is changed, immediately it is a sin-hating heart; I do not say there is no sin, but I say the heart hates sin:
As soon as ever the heart is changed, immediately it is a Sin-hating heart; I do not say there is no since, but I say the heart hates since:
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The evil that I hate, said Paul, Rom. 7. 15. and in Ezek. 36. where God promiseth to give them a new heart, he saith, Then shall ye remember your own evil wayes, The evil that I hate, said Paul, Rom. 7. 15. and in Ezekiel 36. where God promises to give them a new heart, he Says, Then shall you Remember your own evil ways,
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and shall loath your selves in your own sight for your iniquities, and for your abominations. and shall loath your selves in your own sighed for your iniquities, and for your abominations.
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Quest. But here now is a great Scruple, how a person may know that he hates sin? Many think they do so,Quest. But Here now is a great Scruple, how a person may know that he hates since? Many think they do so,
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and are deceived, it proves only a passion.
and Are deceived, it Proves only a passion.
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Sol. In true hatred there are six things. 1. An extream detestation: Every dislike is not hatred,Sol. In true hatred there Are six things. 1. an extreme detestation: Every dislike is not hatred,
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but true hatred is an extream loathing. Thou shalt cast them away as a menstruous cloath;
but true hatred is an extreme loathing. Thou shalt cast them away as a menstruous cloth;
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thou shalt say unto it, Get thee hence, Isai. 30. 22. 2. An earnest separation: He that hated his wife did sue out a Bill of divorce from her in the Law. 3. An irreconcileable alienation: Two angry men may be made friends;thou shalt say unto it, Get thee hence, Isaiah 30. 22. 2. an earnest separation: He that hated his wife did sue out a Bill of divorce from her in the Law. 3. an Irreconcilable alienation: Two angry men may be made Friends;
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but if two men hate each other, friendship is everlastingly broken betwixt them. 4. A constant and perpetual colluctation:
but if two men hate each other, friendship is everlastingly broken betwixt them. 4. A constant and perpetual colluctation:
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If they cannot be severed one from the other, they still oppose and conflict one with the other. 5. A deadly intention and destruction;
If they cannot be severed one from the other, they still oppose and conflict one with the other. 5. A deadly intention and destruction;
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for nothing satisfies hatred, but death and ruine;
for nothing Satisfies hatred, but death and ruin;
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Saul hated David, and sought his life, Absalom hated Amnon, and killed him. 6. An impartial aversation; hatred is of the whole kind, I hate every false way: Saul hated David, and sought his life, Absalom hated Amnon, and killed him. 6. an impartial aversation; hatred is of the Whole kind, I hate every false Way:
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Wilt thou now know whether God hath changed thy heart, then ask thy heart;
Wilt thou now know whither God hath changed thy heart, then ask thy heart;
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What is it that thou abhorrest as the superlative evil? what is that which thou wouldst have separated as far from thee,
What is it that thou Abhorrest as the superlative evil? what is that which thou Wouldst have separated as Far from thee,
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as heaven is from hell? what is that thy heart will never renew league or friendship with any more? what is that against which thy soul doth rise,
as heaven is from hell? what is that thy heart will never renew league or friendship with any more? what is that against which thy soul does rise,
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and with which (as Israel with Amalek,) thou hast war for ever? what is that which thou wilt be avenged of,
and with which (as Israel with Amalek,) thou hast war for ever? what is that which thou wilt be avenged of,
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and daily dost endeavour the mortifying and crucifying of? what is that which thou sets thy heart against, in the comprehensive latitude thereof,
and daily dost endeavour the mortifying and crucifying of? what is that which thou sets thy heart against, in the comprehensive latitude thereof,
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whether great, or little, open, or secret? If it be sin, if it be thy sins, assuredly here is true hatred of sin,
whither great, or little, open, or secret? If it be since, if it be thy Sins, assuredly Here is true hatred of since,
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and assuredly here is a most distinguishing Character of a sound Conversion and change.
and assuredly Here is a most distinguishing Character of a found Conversion and change.
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It was not wont to be thus with thee, nor is this findeable in any unconverted person whosoever.
It was not wont to be thus with thee, nor is this findeable in any unconverted person whosoever.
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Sin was once to thee as Dalilah to Samson, and now is it to thee as Tamar to Amnon. It was a sweet morsel once which thou heldst fast,
since was once to thee as Delilah to samson, and now is it to thee as Tamar to Amnon. It was a sweet morsel once which thou heldst fast,
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but now it is the menstruous cloath which thou dost cast away, and say, get thee hence;
but now it is the menstruous cloth which thou dost cast away, and say, get thee hence;
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what have I to do any more with Idols? If it be thus with thee, bless thy God who hath shewed grace to thy soul.
what have I to do any more with Idols? If it be thus with thee, bless thy God who hath showed grace to thy soul.
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2. When the Lord hath changed and converted the heart of a sinner, the sinner presently flies unto Jesus Christ:
2. When the Lord hath changed and converted the heart of a sinner, the sinner presently flies unto jesus christ:
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The first stroke of Grace is on the heart, and the first breathing of Grace is for Christ;
The First stroke of Grace is on the heart, and the First breathing of Grace is for christ;
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as the new born babe flies unto the brests, or as any creature doth to its center, and place of rest.
as the new born babe flies unto the breasts, or as any creature does to its centre, and place of rest.
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For when the heart is changed by converting grace, 1. It breeds the most exquisite discovery and sense of sin,
For when the heart is changed by converting grace, 1. It breeds the most exquisite discovery and sense of since,
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and consequently of the souls need of Christ. 2. It is most impatient of distance or difference with God,
and consequently of the Souls need of christ. 2. It is most impatient of distance or difference with God,
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and prizeth his reconciled favour superlatively, cannot live without it. 3. It seeth nothing more valuable in it self,
and prizeth his reconciled favour superlatively, cannot live without it. 3. It sees nothing more valuable in it self,
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or more sutable to its condition then Christ, Christus amor meus pondus meum.
or more suitable to its condition then christ, Christus amor meus pondus meum.
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And therefore, if you take notice of it, you may experimentally find upon the first impressions of Grace, that the soul is mostly taken up with Christ, and with Faith:
And Therefore, if you take notice of it, you may experimentally find upon the First impressions of Grace, that the soul is mostly taken up with christ, and with Faith:
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Oh, that I might be found in him! Oh, that I could believe on him!
O, that I might be found in him! O, that I could believe on him!
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It sees excellency in Christ, and Peace in Christ, and Redemption in Christ, and Righteousness in Christ,
It sees excellency in christ, and Peace in christ, and Redemption in christ, and Righteousness in christ,
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and Grace in Christ, and Kindness in Christ, and Help, and Life, and Heaven, and all in Christ.
and Grace in christ, and Kindness in christ, and Help, and Life, and Heaven, and all in christ.
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In Conversion, Christ secretly draws the Soul to himself; and being converted, the soul strives to draw Christ to it self;
In Conversion, christ secretly draws the Soul to himself; and being converted, the soul strives to draw christ to it self;
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It would have Christ, it must have Christ; it is never well, it is never satisfied until it hath Christ.
It would have christ, it must have christ; it is never well, it is never satisfied until it hath christ.
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3. When the Lord hath converted and changed the heart of a sinner, there is wrought in him a present love of God:
3. When the Lord hath converted and changed the heart of a sinner, there is wrought in him a present love of God:
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It is wonderful to see how the Tide turns upon Conversion. There was once one found weeping very bitterly; and being demanded, why!
It is wondered to see how the Tide turns upon Conversion. There was once one found weeping very bitterly; and being demanded, why!
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O, said he, all other things are loved, but Amorum amatur, Love it self is not loved.
O, said he, all other things Are loved, but Amorum amatur, Love it self is not loved.
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So before Conversion, a man could find love for his Parents, and love for his Relations,
So before Conversion, a man could find love for his Parents, and love for his Relations,
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and love for his Recreations, and love for his Profits, and love for his Sins; but no love for God.
and love for his Recreations, and love for his Profits, and love for his Sins; but no love for God.
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But after Conversion, the man can scarce find any love for any, unless it be for his God, and in his God.
But After Conversion, the man can scarce find any love for any, unless it be for his God, and in his God.
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A graciously changed Heart is enabled to see, 1. The glories in God;
A graciously changed Heart is enabled to see, 1. The Glories in God;
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those most Pure and Amiable Excellencies in God. 2. The Transcendent Love of God to it, in the Eternity of it, in the Freeness of it, in the Sweetness and Goodness of it. 3. The Unspeakable Communications and Bounties of God towards it in Jesus Christ;
those most Pure and Amiable Excellencies in God. 2. The Transcendent Love of God to it, in the Eternity of it, in the Freeness of it, in the Sweetness and goodness of it. 3. The Unspeakable Communications and Bounties of God towards it in jesus christ;
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for the present, and for the future: It is Grace which makes us to see what a gracious God he is:
for the present, and for the future: It is Grace which makes us to see what a gracious God he is:
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It is Grace which makes us to see what a Royal gift Jesus Christ is;
It is Grace which makes us to see what a Royal gift jesus christ is;
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It is Grace which makes us apprehensive of all the Love in God, and from God;
It is Grace which makes us apprehensive of all the Love in God, and from God;
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and therefore no marvel that the changed heart fals presently in love with God;
and Therefore no marvel that the changed heart falls presently in love with God;
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(O Love the Lord all ye his Saints) into a Love of Friendship, and into a Love of Complacence, as they speake;(Oh Love the Lord all you his Saints) into a Love of Friendship, and into a Love of Complacence, as they speak;
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that it admires God, and prizeth Communion with him; and takes its full and highest delight in him:
that it admires God, and prizeth Communion with him; and Takes its full and highest delight in him:
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Plusquam mea, plusquam meos, plusquam me, said Bernard. Plusquam mea, plusquam meos, plusquam me, said Bernard.
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4. When the Lord converts and changeth a person, the man presently Steps into the path of new Obedience;
4. When the Lord converts and changes a person, the man presently Steps into the path of new obedience;
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when Grace hath changed the Heart, the Heart instantly changeth its Master and its service; O it will not live as it hath done, for a thousand Worlds;
when Grace hath changed the Heart, the Heart instantly changes its Master and its service; Oh it will not live as it hath done, for a thousand World's;
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It is a servant of sin no more, but a servant of righteousness:
It is a servant of since no more, but a servant of righteousness:
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look on any converted man (since the Word began,) as soon as ever Grace dropt into his Heart, a newness of Obedience dropt into his Life, against all Ease, Pleasures, Profits, Encouragements, Discouragements, Threats, Dangers;
look on any converted man (since the Word began,) as soon as ever Grace dropped into his Heart, a newness of obedience dropped into his Life, against all Ease, Pleasures, Profits, Encouragements, Discouragements, Treats, Dangers;
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It was so with Abraham, with Paul, with all those thousands in the Acts, with all those Ephesians; And indeed it cannot be otherwise, forasm•ch as all their external course is but the pulse of the Heart.
It was so with Abraham, with Paul, with all those thousands in the Acts, with all those Ephesians; And indeed it cannot be otherwise, forasm•ch as all their external course is but the pulse of the Heart.
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The Pondus of the will is changed, it is at the command of the Heart;
The Pondus of the will is changed, it is At the command of the Heart;
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which being brought into God, the services of the heart are also brought in with it.
which being brought into God, the services of the heart Are also brought in with it.
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O, that you would peruse your selves in this second Tryal, what present contratiety you find in your Hearts;
O, that you would peruse your selves in this second Trial, what present contratiety you find in your Hearts;
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It is a very neer Tryal, and a most Infallible discovery of the truth or falshood, or your Change.
It is a very near Trial, and a most Infallible discovery of the truth or falsehood, or your Change.
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3. The last Contrariety or Change (which I shall but touch) respects the time Future: there are five admirable Properties for the time future, which may be found in every truly Changed and Converted person. 1. He is very tender and fearful,
3. The last Contrariety or Change (which I shall but touch) respects the time Future: there Are five admirable Properties for the time future, which may be found in every truly Changed and Converted person. 1. He is very tender and fearful,
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least he should sin against his God: Keep thy servant from presum ptuous sins; cleanse thou me from secret faults:
lest he should sin against his God: Keep thy servant from presum ptuous Sins; cleanse thou me from secret Faults:
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Psal. 19. 12, 13. Should we again break thy Commandments!
Psalm 19. 12, 13. Should we again break thy commandments!
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said Ex•a, c. 9. 14. How can I do this Great wickedness, and sin against God! said Joseph, Gen. 39. 9. There is in a Changed and Converted man, 1. A tender Jealousy over a Deceitful heart. 2. a tender Watchfulness, against Alluring temptations. 3. a tender Conscience, which feels the first Risings of sin. 4. a tender Dissidence of his Own strength. 5. a tender Fear,
said Ex•a, c. 9. 14. How can I do this Great wickedness, and since against God! said Joseph, Gen. 39. 9. There is in a Changed and Converted man, 1. A tender Jealousy over a Deceitful heart. 2. a tender Watchfulness, against Alluring temptations. 3. a tender Conscience, which feels the First Risings of since. 4. a tender Dissidence of his Own strength. 5. a tender fear,
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and aweful Regard of Gods Presence and Goodness. He is afraid to sin, although the sin be Secret; and although it be Commodious; and although it be Pleasant.
and awful Regard of God's Presence and goodness. He is afraid to since, although the since be Secret; and although it be Commodious; and although it be Pleasant.
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I will but name the rest. 2. He is very Zealous and Active for God;
I will but name the rest. 2. He is very Zealous and Active for God;
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Paul even besides himself. 3. He is very Faithful and Constant unto God. 4. He is very Serious and Industrious, to get assurance of Gods love,Paul even beside himself. 3. He is very Faithful and Constant unto God. 4. He is very Serious and Industria, to get assurance of God's love,
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and of his inheritance in the highest heavens.
and of his inheritance in the highest heavens.
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Give all diligence &c. 2 Pet. 1. 10. 5. He strives for the Conversion and change of others.
Give all diligence etc. 2 Pet. 1. 10. 5. He strives for the Conversion and change of Others.
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The next Use must be of Comfort and Support, to all such who find this change wrought in their hearts by converting Grace.
The next Use must be of Comfort and Support, to all such who find this change wrought in their hearts by converting Grace.
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There are four Adjuncts which make this Converting change unspeakably Comfortable and Joyous. 1. Next to Christ it is the choicest and chiefest gift that the heart of man is capable of in this life. There Are four Adjuncts which make this Converting change unspeakably Comfortable and Joyous. 1. Next to christ it is the Choicest and chiefest gift that the heart of man is capable of in this life.
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The gifts of God are of several Orders and several Natures, uses and ends; some are in order to a natural preservation, as food, and raiment, and Health.
The Gifts of God Are of several Order and several Nature's, uses and ends; Some Are in order to a natural preservation, as food, and raiment, and Health.
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Some are in order to an extrinsecal condition or State of Life, as Honours and civil Authority;
some Are in order to an extrinsical condition or State of Life, as Honours and civil authority;
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Some are in order to private society and relation, as Wife, and Husband, and Children;
some Are in order to private society and Relation, as Wife, and Husband, and Children;
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Some are in order to secular converse, as Father and Friends, politick wisdome, and parts, &c. These are all of them good in their kind,
some Are in order to secular converse, as Father and Friends, politic Wisdom, and parts, etc. These Are all of them good in their kind,
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but as it is said of diverse Captaines belonging to David, although they did great matters,
but as it is said of diverse Captains belonging to David, although they did great matters,
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yet they attained not to the acts of the three first Worthies:
yet they attained not to the acts of the three First Worthies:
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So none of these rise or mount either to that intrinsecal Dignity, or to that supernatural and ultimate End, which the change by Grace doth;
So none of these rise or mount either to that intrinsical Dignity, or to that supernatural and ultimate End, which the change by Grace does;
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The least drop of Grace is more then all the Ocean of the World. The Apostle Paul saith, it is a change from Glory to Glory;
The least drop of Grace is more then all the Ocean of the World. The Apostle Paul Says, it is a change from Glory to Glory;
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the work is a work of Glory and the man becomes glorious who is a converted man.
the work is a work of Glory and the man becomes glorious who is a converted man.
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S. Peter saith, He is now made partaker of the Divine Nature: The excellencies of God are stamped on thy soul;S. Peter Says, He is now made partaker of the Divine Nature: The excellencies of God Are stamped on thy soul;
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the Sun is now risen within thee as the Glory of God filled the Temple: so when a man is converted, the beams of grace do fill his soul;
the Sun is now risen within thee as the Glory of God filled the Temple: so when a man is converted, the beams of grace do fill his soul;
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thou art precious, the filthy rags are taken away.
thou art precious, the filthy rags Are taken away.
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2. It is an evidence of great love and rich mercy, Eph. 2. 4. But God who is rich in mercy,
2. It is an evidence of great love and rich mercy, Ephesians 2. 4. But God who is rich in mercy,
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for his great love wherewith he loved us when we were dead, hath quickned us, &c. It is a testimony of the greatest love, for his great love wherewith he loved us when we were dead, hath quickened us, etc. It is a testimony of the greatest love,
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as it is of the greatest hatred in God, to be left to our sinful lusts and wayes.
as it is of the greatest hatred in God, to be left to our sinful Lustiest and ways.
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3. Converting grace it is the first, visible and sure characteristical distinction twixt Hell and Heaven, twixt Death and Life, twixt a Goat and a Sheep, twixt a wicked condition, and a Godly condition.
3. Converting grace it is the First, visible and sure characteristical distinction betwixt Hell and Heaven, betwixt Death and Life, betwixt a Goat and a Sheep, betwixt a wicked condition, and a Godly condition.
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There is a twofold distinction of persons touching their everlasting estates: One is in decreto, which lies in the brest and counsel of God;
There is a twofold distinction of Persons touching their everlasting estates: One is in Decreto, which lies in the breast and counsel of God;
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the other is in decreto, which is to be found in the heart of man. Now quoad nos & quantum ad objectum;
the other is in Decreto, which is to be found in the heart of man. Now quoad nos & quantum ad Objectum;
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Converting grace makes the difference, it shews who is loved, and who is hated; it shews who is for Heaven, and who is for Hell.
Converting grace makes the difference, it shows who is loved, and who is hated; it shows who is for Heaven, and who is for Hell.
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It is not honour, nor wealth, nor strength, nor parts, nor civility, nor meanness, nor poverty,
It is not honour, nor wealth, nor strength, nor parts, nor civility, nor meanness, nor poverty,
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nor education, nor knowledg, nor trouble of conscience, nor restraint, nor profession, nor external action, which is the partition wall which divides and decides the state for the present and future.
nor education, nor knowledge, nor trouble of conscience, nor restraint, nor profession, nor external actium, which is the partition wall which divides and decides the state for the present and future.
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If Ministers or Angels should assure thee of an interest in Christ, and of remission of thy sins,
If Ministers or Angels should assure thee of an Interest in christ, and of remission of thy Sins,
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and of future happiness while yet thy heart is unconverted, they do certainly delude and deceive thee;
and of future happiness while yet thy heart is unconverted, they do Certainly delude and deceive thee;
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for if any man be in Christ, he is a new Creature:
for if any man be in christ, he is a new Creature:
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But if God hath converted and changed thy heart, thou art assuredly past from death to life, thou art among the first born of God:
But if God hath converted and changed thy heart, thou art assuredly past from death to life, thou art among the First born of God:
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No sorts of wicked men are in this changed and converted condition, no prophane person, no hypocritical person;
No sorts of wicked men Are in this changed and converted condition, no profane person, no hypocritical person;
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as soon as any is converted, it may be said of him, as Christ of Zacheus, This day is salvation come to him,
as soon as any is converted, it may be said of him, as christ of Zacchaeus, This day is salvation come to him,
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for as much as he also is a child of Abraham.for as much as he also is a child of Abraham.
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4. It never goes alone, it is alwayes accompanied with justification, pardon, interest in Christ, reconciliation with God.
4. It never Goes alone, it is always accompanied with justification, pardon, Interest in christ, reconciliation with God.
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Jesus was sent to bless them in turning them away from their iniquities, Acts 3. 26. Be converted that your sins may be blotted out, Acts 3. 19. Come now, and let us reason together, Isai. 55. 7. 1 Cor. 6. 11. But ye are washed, but ye are sanctifyed, but ye are justifyed, &c. 5. It is the most comfortable and joyful condition; jesus was sent to bless them in turning them away from their iniquities, Acts 3. 26. Be converted that your Sins may be blotted out, Acts 3. 19. Come now, and let us reason together, Isaiah 55. 7. 1 Cor. 6. 11. But you Are washed, but you Are sanctified, but you Are justified, etc. 5. It is the most comfortable and joyful condition;
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for now there is a change of all, without and within you.
for now there is a change of all, without and within you.
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The converted souls are glad, Acts 2. 47. the converted Jailor rejoyced, Acts 16. 34. the Eunuch rejoyced, Acts 8. 6, 8. The first work of the Spirit is grace, the next is joy; Heaven now stands open for you to see all, &c. Threatnings are turned into promises, curses into blessings, enemies unto friends, aliens into sons, accusing into an excusing conscience, voice of terror into a voice of peace, hell into heaven.
The converted Souls Are glad, Acts 2. 47. the converted Jailor rejoiced, Acts 16. 34. the Eunuch rejoiced, Acts 8. 6, 8. The First work of the Spirit is grace, the next is joy; Heaven now Stands open for you to see all, etc. Threatenings Are turned into promises, curses into blessings, enemies unto Friends, aliens into Sons, accusing into an excusing conscience, voice of terror into a voice of peace, hell into heaven.
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6. It is the only unprejudicial change on earth: In all other changes there is either diminution or danger. 6. It is the only unprejudicial change on earth: In all other changes there is either diminution or danger.
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If a rich man becomes poor, there is a diminution of his Condition;
If a rich man becomes poor, there is a diminution of his Condition;
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if a poor man becomes rich, there is a danger to his spirit, lest he becomes covetous or proud.
if a poor man becomes rich, there is a danger to his Spirit, lest he becomes covetous or proud.
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If a man be lifted up to greatness and authority, there is a danger, lest he forgets God, and be injurious;
If a man be lifted up to greatness and Authority, there is a danger, lest he forgets God, and be injurious;
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if an healthy man becomes sick and weak, here is an impairing, a loss and danger of life:
if an healthy man becomes sick and weak, Here is an impairing, a loss and danger of life:
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Only, when a wicked man is converted, and becomes holy, there is neither diminution nor danger;
Only, when a wicked man is converted, and becomes holy, there is neither diminution nor danger;
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converting grace is no thief in the Candle: It is no preternatural heat which sucks away that which is vital;
converting grace is no thief in the Candle: It is no preternatural heat which sucks away that which is vital;
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thou losest nothing at all by it, no spot to thy credit, no burden to thy conscience, no eclipse to thy honour, no gall in thy Cup, nor wast to thy Lands:
thou losest nothing At all by it, no spot to thy credit, no burden to thy conscience, no eclipse to thy honour, no Gall in thy Cup, nor wast to thy Lands:
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It doth not darken thy name, nor weaken thy strength, nor diminish thy coffers, nor imbitter thy comforts:
It does not darken thy name, nor weaken thy strength, nor diminish thy coffers, nor embitter thy comforts:
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No loss but the losing of sin, which we cannot keep but to our loss; all that it doth is this, that it decreaseth and destroyeth thy sinful lusts;
No loss but the losing of since, which we cannot keep but to our loss; all that it does is this, that it decreaseth and Destroyeth thy sinful Lustiest;
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it roots out those weeds, it pulls out hell, it heals thy wounds, and is the deadly enemy to thy deadliest enemies.
it roots out those weeds, it pulls out hell, it heals thy wounds, and is the deadly enemy to thy deadliest enemies.
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7. The converting change is an unchangeable change: The next change is into Heaven.
7. The converting change is an unchangeable change: The next change is into Heaven.
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A wicked man may be changed into a Godly man, and a Godly man may be changed into Heaven,
A wicked man may be changed into a Godly man, and a Godly man may be changed into Heaven,
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but the Godly man shall never be changed again into a wicked man; the state of grace is an unchangeable state, a better condition them Adams in Paradise;
but the Godly man shall never be changed again into a wicked man; the state of grace is an unchangeable state, a better condition them Adams in Paradise;
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his was perfect but mutable, this is imperfect, but not changeable: Once a Son, and ever a Son;
his was perfect but mutable, this is imperfect, but not changeable: Once a Son, and ever a Son;
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the Son abides in the house for ever (sayes Christ;) once converted, and for ever blessed.the Son abides in the house for ever (Says christ;) once converted, and for ever blessed.
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Gods converting Grace is an abiding seed, and it is immortal seed, and it is a gift which God never repents of,
God's converting Grace is an abiding seed, and it is immortal seed, and it is a gift which God never repents of,
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although much of the strength of it may be abated by our falls, as fire is raked up under the ashes;
although much of the strength of it may be abated by our falls, as fire is raked up under the Ashes;
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although the sense of it doth sometime fail us, and the comfort, and the liveliness of operation appears not,
although the sense of it does sometime fail us, and the Comfort, and the liveliness of operation appears not,
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yet as there is life in the root, though there be not leaves on the Tree,
yet as there is life in the root, though there be not leaves on the Tree,
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and as there is a soul in the man, though sickness be in his body, so the truth and state of grace continues under all a Christians eclipses, weaknesses, failings;
and as there is a soul in the man, though sickness be in his body, so the truth and state of grace continues under all a Christians Eclipses, Weaknesses, failings;
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for converting grace comes from an unchangeable will in God, the will of his love, whom he loves once, he loves to the end. 2. It depends upon an everlasting Communion with Christ, who marries the soul to himself for ever. 3. And it is given as a pledg and pawn of eternal glory.
for converting grace comes from an unchangeable will in God, the will of his love, whom he loves once, he loves to the end. 2. It depends upon an everlasting Communion with christ, who Marries the soul to himself for ever. 3. And it is given as a pledge and pawn of Eternal glory.
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4. And it is assisted with an everlasting arm, and power of God. 8. No other change shall hurt you, but further you:
4. And it is assisted with an everlasting arm, and power of God. 8. No other change shall hurt you, but further you:
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Afflictions, Death, it is gain unto you, it is the last stile, and then you are at home for ever.
Afflictions, Death, it is gain unto you, it is the last style, and then you Are At home for ever.
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Object. But now some distressed person may reply, These are comforts indeed, but not to me;Object. But now Some distressed person may reply, These Are comforts indeed, but not to me;
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for I fear that my heart is not changed, nor yet truly changed;
for I Fear that my heart is not changed, nor yet truly changed;
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I am not indeed altogether what once I was, but this I fear is but a stop of conscience,
I am not indeed altogether what once I was, but this I Fear is but a stop of conscience,
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or but the fruit of hypocrisie. Oh, I feel such changes on my spirit! it is not alwayes alike, and so much sinfulness, so much unbelief, so much hardness,
or but the fruit of hypocrisy. O, I feel such changes on my Spirit! it is not always alike, and so much sinfulness, so much unbelief, so much hardness,
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so much difficulty to good, so much weakness under temptations;
so much difficulty to good, so much weakness under temptations;
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surely my change is not true, a great, an inward, a total change, and therefore none of these comforts appertain unto me.
surely my change is not true, a great, an inward, a total change, and Therefore none of these comforts appertain unto me.
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Sol. Shall I speak a few words to such a person, (surely some such there may be.)Sol. Shall I speak a few words to such a person, (surely Some such there may be.)
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1. The change by Conversion is but imperfect in this life; it is a total change, although it changeth us not totally:
1. The change by Conversion is but imperfect in this life; it is a total change, although it changes us not totally:
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A converted man is sanctifyed throughout, but not perfectly throughout;
A converted man is sanctified throughout, but not perfectly throughout;
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when the day breaks, there is a change that one may truly say, the night is past,
when the day breaks, there is a change that one may truly say, the night is past,
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and yet many degrees of darkness stick in the air;
and yet many Degrees of darkness stick in the air;
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as soon as ever God infuseth grace into the soul, there is immediately a change as to the denomination of the estate,
as soon as ever God infuseth grace into the soul, there is immediately a change as to the denomination of the estate,
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though not as to the consummation of the estate;
though not as to the consummation of the estate;
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Paul 's estate was a converted and changed estate, and yet there was a Law in his Members, as well as a Law in his Mind, Rom. 7. Conversion is a change from the dominion of what was contrary, not from the absolute being of a contrary.Paul is estate was a converted and changed estate, and yet there was a Law in his Members, as well as a Law in his Mind, Rom. 7. Conversion is a change from the dominion of what was contrary, not from the absolute being of a contrary.
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Though a Tyrant dwell and stirs in a Kingdome, yet if a lawful Monarch rules, the Kingdome is changed:
Though a Tyrant dwell and stirs in a Kingdom, yet if a lawful Monarch rules, the Kingdom is changed:
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Many sins are in a converted man still;
Many Sins Are in a converted man still;
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but if grace doth rule the heart now, which formerly was ruled by sin, that man is a changed man.
but if grace does Rule the heart now, which formerly was ruled by since, that man is a changed man.
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2. Converting grace, although it be wrought at once, yet it is brought on by degrees: The truth of it begins in an instant,
2. Converting grace, although it be wrought At once, yet it is brought on by Degrees: The truth of it begins in an instant,
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but the strength of it comes in time.
but the strength of it comes in time.
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It is a very curious question why God gives Grace by degrees, or successively in this life,
It is a very curious question why God gives Grace by Degrees, or successively in this life,
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and not all at once, but still leaves some sinful corruption behind. Divines conjecture three reasons of it? 1. Our present incapacity of a present fulness:
and not all At once, but still leaves Some sinful corruption behind. Divines conjecture three Reasons of it? 1. Our present incapacity of a present fullness:
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The Bottle cannot be filled but by degrees, though the Ocean be full;
The Bottle cannot be filled but by Degrees, though the Ocean be full;
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there is as much grace given at first as to make a new creature, but not a strong creature. 2. Our estate on earth, must be a combating estate, to difference the estate of grace and glory;
there is as much grace given At First as to make a new creature, but not a strong creature. 2. Our estate on earth, must be a combating estate, to difference the estate of grace and glory;
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that in heaven only is the crowning and triumphing. 3. And it is an estate of faith, which is a continual dependance,
that in heaven only is the crowning and triumphing. 3. And it is an estate of faith, which is a continual dependence,
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and a continual drawing of help, and a continual recourse to the fountain: In Creation, Perfection of being was at once, and in Glorification at once;
and a continual drawing of help, and a continual recourse to the fountain: In Creation, Perfection of being was At once, and in Glorification At once;
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but not so in Sanctification, this rises like Ezekiels Water, or like the light of the Sun. This may yet satisfie thee,
but not so in Sanctification, this rises like Ezekiel's Water, or like the Light of the Sun. This may yet satisfy thee,
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though grace be imperfect and not full at once. 1. Justification is perfect. 2. Though you find but little,
though grace be imperfect and not full At once. 1. Justification is perfect. 2. Though you find but little,
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yet you cannot be fatisfyed without more. 3. You have perfecting means of holiness, though you have not perfect holiness;
yet you cannot be fatisfyed without more. 3. You have perfecting means of holiness, though you have not perfect holiness;
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a word to build you up. 4. That God who hath begun, has promised to finish,
a word to built you up. 4. That God who hath begun, has promised to finish,
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and your little is a pledg of more. 5. Truth of grace may lye in a little compass.
and your little is a pledge of more. 5. Truth of grace may lie in a little compass.
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3. There may be many changes upon the spirit of a man, which yet are not inconsistent with the saving change of his Spirit:
3. There may be many changes upon the Spirit of a man, which yet Are not inconsistent with the Saving change of his Spirit:
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Sometimes he may be lively and quick, sometimes he may be flat and dull, sometimes he may be confident and cheerful,
Sometime he may be lively and quick, sometime he may be flat and dull, sometime he may be confident and cheerful,
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and at some other times he may be afraid and mournful; sometimes he may be full, and enlarged;
and At Some other times he may be afraid and mournful; sometime he may be full, and enlarged;
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and at some other time he may be aukard, and streightned;
and At Some other time he may be aukard, and straighteneth;
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sometimes he may have more sense of Gods Love, and sometimes more sense of his own sins:
sometime he may have more sense of God's Love, and sometime more sense of his own Sins:
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None of these things are essential to the converted estate;
None of these things Are essential to the converted estate;
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a mans heart may be truly changed by converting grace, notwithstanding many crosses and afflictions on his outward estate, many eclipses in his comforts, many varieties in his spiritual actings, many contrarieties twixt his sence and his faith, many temptations upon his spirit, to many doubts and fears in his heart.
a men heart may be truly changed by converting grace, notwithstanding many Crosses and afflictions on his outward estate, many Eclipses in his comforts, many varieties in his spiritual actings, many contrarieties betwixt his sense and his faith, many temptations upon his Spirit, to many doubts and fears in his heart.
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4. Sinful corruptions never work with a more sensible strength, then when the heart is truly converted and changed:
4. Sinful corruptions never work with a more sensible strength, then when the heart is truly converted and changed:
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Before Conversion, our sins do work more mightily, but we do not then perceive the workings,
Before Conversion, our Sins do work more mightily, but we do not then perceive the workings,
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because your delight was then in sinning, and nothing is burthensome to delight; and nothing was in us contrary to our sinnings;
Because your delight was then in sinning, and nothing is burdensome to delight; and nothing was in us contrary to our sinnings;
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the strong man kept all the house, and every faculty was a friend and servant to sin;
the strong man kept all the house, and every faculty was a friend and servant to since;
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the river ran all one way:
the river ran all one Way:
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But when the heart is converted, there is now laid into it 1. The quickest principle of feeling. 2. The contrariest principle of resisting. 3. The properest principle of destruction to sin;
But when the heart is converted, there is now laid into it 1. The quickest principle of feeling. 2. The contrariest principle of resisting. 3. The properest principle of destruction to since;
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and therefore no marvel that we feel our sinful natures more than formerly; for all qualities are most active, and most felt in cases of resistance and destruction;
and Therefore no marvel that we feel our sinful nature's more than formerly; for all qualities Are most active, and most felt in cases of resistance and destruction;
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nevertheless none of these must conclude against our Conversion, but rather for it, because 1. The greatest work of grace is inward. 2. The sense of sinful workings joyned with an hatred of them,
nevertheless none of these must conclude against our Conversion, but rather for it, Because 1. The greatest work of grace is inward. 2. The sense of sinful workings joined with an hatred of them,
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and humbling of the heart under them, and with addresses to God for subduing power, is certainly a sign of converting grace:
and humbling of the heart under them, and with Addresses to God for subduing power, is Certainly a Signen of converting grace:
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Therefore hearken unto me thou distressed soul: 1. Though the Glory of Grace consists in Victory, yet the Truth of Grace appears in Combats; the fighting Souldier is as right to the cause, as the conquering Souldier:
Therefore harken unto me thou distressed soul: 1. Though the Glory of Grace consists in Victory, yet the Truth of Grace appears in Combats; the fighting Soldier is as right to the cause, as the conquering Soldier:
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there is fire in the smoking flax, as well as in the flaming furnace. 2. That great corruptions still remaining in temptation, are the burdens of a weak Christian, but are not the Characters of a false Christian.
there is fire in the smoking flax, as well as in the flaming furnace. 2. That great corruptions still remaining in temptation, Are the burdens of a weak Christian, but Are not the Characters of a false Christian.
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3. Jesus Christ can by a little grace weaken strongest corruptions:
3. jesus christ can by a little grace weaken Strongest corruptions:
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The least true grace will help thy soul to Christ, through whose strength thou who art now in conflict shalt ere long be made more than a Conqueror. 4. True grace begins in weakness, goes on with combat, but ends in victory: There is but little light at the first, and more darkness for quantity;
The least true grace will help thy soul to christ, through whose strength thou who art now in conflict shalt ere long be made more than a Conqueror. 4. True grace begins in weakness, Goes on with combat, but ends in victory: There is but little Light At the First, and more darkness for quantity;
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but the light of the Sun is rising, and dissipating, and at length remains alone. Conquering grace hath comfort, conflicting grace hath strength, and even mourning grace hath truth;
but the Light of the Sun is rising, and dissipating, and At length remains alone. Conquering grace hath Comfort, conflicting grace hath strength, and even mourning grace hath truth;
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Peter 's tears shewed truth of Grace, as well as Paul 's Triumph.Peter is tears showed truth of Grace, as well as Paul is Triumph.
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But how may I descern my change to arise from the power of converting grace, and not from the power only of a troubling conscience? Sol. I conceive thus, in four particulars. 1. When the change is made only from the sting of conscience, that change goes off,
But how may I discern my change to arise from the power of converting grace, and not from the power only of a troubling conscience? Sol. I conceive thus, in four particulars. 1. When the change is made only from the sting of conscience, that change Goes off,
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and vanisheth, when the trouble of conscience goes off, and continues only while that doth continue:and Vanishes, when the trouble of conscience Goes off, and continues only while that does continue:
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whiles the trouble of conscience is on the man, the man will hear, and the man will pray,
while the trouble of conscience is on the man, the man will hear, and the man will pray,
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and the man will consult, and profess, and resolve, yea, and now too, to become a new man;
and the man will consult, and profess, and resolve, yea, and now too, to become a new man;
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yea, and he will cry out against his sins, and will not come near his sins.
yea, and he will cry out against his Sins, and will not come near his Sins.
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But when that trouble is off, all is off again; the Water which was heated, grows cold again;
But when that trouble is off, all is off again; the Water which was heated, grows cold again;
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Saul is pursuing David again, and Foelix is covetous again.Saul is pursuing David again, and Felix is covetous again.
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But if the change be from grace, though trouble be off, yet the heart is against sin, and is for good;
But if the change be from grace, though trouble be off, yet the heart is against since, and is for good;
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for grace sets us against sin, as it makes us unholy, and evil, and not only,
for grace sets us against since, as it makes us unholy, and evil, and not only,
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or principally, as it makes us uncomfortable and miserable. 2. When the change ariseth only from a troubling conscience, not from a contrariety to God, but to us:
or principally, as it makes us uncomfortable and miserable. 2. When the change arises only from a troubling conscience, not from a contrariety to God, but to us:
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It doth not arise from a hatred of sin, and a love of good; but only from a hatred of torment, a self-love, and a love of ease;It does not arise from a hatred of since, and a love of good; but only from a hatred of torment, a Self-love, and a love of ease;
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the man loves that sin, that he dares not now commit, and hates the good which now he doth;
the man loves that since, that he dares not now commit, and hates the good which now he does;
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he doth the good, only as a means to take off his trouble;
he does the good, only as a means to take off his trouble;
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he doth it not as a work in which he delights, nor doth he flie sin as an evil which he hates;
he does it not as a work in which he delights, nor does he fly since as an evil which he hates;
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he flies sin as it is malum sensibile, not as it is malum spirituale: But in a gracious change, trouble doth not cause hatred,
he flies since as it is malum sensibile, not as it is malum spiritual: But in a gracious change, trouble does not cause hatred,
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but hatred causeth trouble of sin. 3. When the change is only from a troubling conscience, then when the trouble is gone, the mans heart is more hardned, and he growes more wicked then ever before,
but hatred Causes trouble of since. 3. When the change is only from a troubling conscience, then when the trouble is gone, the men heart is more hardened, and he grows more wicked then ever before,
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and in after sinnings, less sensible, and less troubled;
and in After sinnings, less sensible, and less troubled;
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as Iron growes more hardned after it hath been in the fire, or water that is stopped more violent.
as Iron grows more hardened After it hath been in the fire, or water that is stopped more violent.
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If they be again intangled, and overcome, the latter end is worse with them then the beginning, 2 Pet. 2. 20. But where the heart is changed by grace, the more grace, still the more sense of sin,If they be again entangled, and overcome, the latter end is Worse with them then the beginning, 2 Pet. 2. 20. But where the heart is changed by grace, the more grace, still the more sense of since,
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and still the more fear to sin, and still the more love of God. 4. When the change comes only from the trouble of conscience, the change extends no further then to that, or those particular sins for which the conscience doth trouble the man;
and still the more Fear to since, and still the more love of God. 4. When the change comes only from the trouble of conscience, the change extends no further then to that, or those particular Sins for which the conscience does trouble the man;
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if the other sins trouble not, they are not left: But when the change is wrought by grace, this change extends to all sins.
if the other Sins trouble not, they Are not left: But when the change is wrought by grace, this change extends to all Sins.
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I hate every evil way (saith David;) they do no iniquity, Psal. 119. Let us •leanse our selves from all filthiness of flesh and spirit, 2 Cor. 7. 1. Quest. How may a man know that his change is not the fruit of Hypocrisie, but of Converting grace? Sol. This may be discerned thus. 1 The change by Hypocrisie 1. Is not Cordial; no Hypocrites heart is changed: In heart ye work wickedness. I hate every evil Way (Says David;) they do no iniquity, Psalm 119. Let us •leanse our selves from all filthiness of Flesh and Spirit, 2 Cor. 7. 1. Quest. How may a man know that his change is not the fruit of Hypocrisy, but of Converting grace? Sol. This may be discerned thus. 1 The change by Hypocrisy 1. Is not Cordial; no Hypocrites heart is changed: In heart you work wickedness.
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The Hypocrite dares to give way to heart sins: Judah turned not with her heart but feignedly. 2. Is not Ʋniversal:
The Hypocrite dares to give Way to heart Sins: Judah turned not with her heart but feignedly. 2. Is not Ʋniversal:
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The Prophet tells the hypocritical Israelites, that they were as a Cake half baked, and not turned;
The Prophet tells the hypocritical Israelites, that they were as a Cake half baked, and not turned;
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an hypocrite, though he forsake many sins, yet he loves some sin;
an hypocrite, though he forsake many Sins, yet he loves Some since;
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Jehu cannot part with the golden Calves, though he did destroy Baal. 3. Is not lasting, but changeable;Jehu cannot part with the golden Calves, though he did destroy Baal. 3. Is not lasting, but changeable;
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sutable occasions are too strong for an heart felsely changed. 4. Is not able to abide three Trials, of the Word, of Conscience, of Death.
suitable occasions Are too strong for an heart felsely changed. 4. Is not able to abide three Trials, of the Word, of Conscience, of Death.
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The third Use shall be to exhort and entreat us to stir up all our hearts, to beg of God to work in them this admirable change by Conversion. I read in Scripture that the blind man cryed out, Jesu• thou Son of David have mercy on me; and again, Thou Son of David, &c. and all this was for a change in his eyes;
The third Use shall be to exhort and entreat us to stir up all our hearts, to beg of God to work in them this admirable change by Conversion. I read in Scripture that the blind man cried out, Jesu• thou Son of David have mercy on me; and again, Thou Son of David, etc. and all this was for a change in his eyes;
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and I read that Naoman took a great journey into the Land of Israel, and all was to be cleansed of the Leprosie of his body.
and I read that Naaman took a great journey into the Land of Israel, and all was to be cleansed of the Leprosy of his body.
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And why will we not take a little pains to have our hearts and souls changed by grace:
And why will we not take a little pains to have our hearts and Souls changed by grace:
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Consider seriously, 1. That a man is not excluded from heaven, for any other want;
Consider seriously, 1. That a man is not excluded from heaven, for any other want;
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not for want of wisdome, or parts, or riches, or dignities. 2. Thou art certainly excluded from heaven, the door is shut up against thee,
not for want of Wisdom, or parts, or riches, or dignities. 2. Thou art Certainly excluded from heaven, the door is shut up against thee,
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if thou be not converted and changed;
if thou be not converted and changed;
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the holy God will never look upon thee, and thou shalt never look upon that holy God in his holy place.
the holy God will never look upon thee, and thou shalt never look upon that holy God in his holy place.
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The unclean person was shut out of the Camp, and no unclean thing shall ever enter into heaven. 3. It is thy duty, thou art bound to be a converted and changed person;
The unclean person was shut out of the Camp, and no unclean thing shall ever enter into heaven. 3. It is thy duty, thou art bound to be a converted and changed person;
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every man is bound to hate and forsake his sins, and to come back, and love, and serve his God;
every man is bound to hate and forsake his Sins, and to come back, and love, and serve his God;
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did God make thee to serve thy lusts? hath he preserved thee all this while to sin against him? Is this the fruit of thy dreadful Covenant which thou hast made with him? 4. What wilt thou get by keeping thy sins, or any one of them? Be perswaded therefore at least unto two things. 1. To beseech the Lord to change and convert thy heart, even thine also, remember well. 1. None can change a sinner but God:
did God make thee to serve thy Lustiest? hath he preserved thee all this while to sin against him? Is this the fruit of thy dreadful Covenant which thou hast made with him? 4. What wilt thou get by keeping thy Sins, or any one of them? Be persuaded Therefore At least unto two things. 1. To beseech the Lord to change and convert thy heart, even thine also, Remember well. 1. None can change a sinner but God:
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The Musician must tune the Instrument. 2. It is no sin to beg of God a Conversion from sin;
The Musician must tune the Instrument. 2. It is no since to beg of God a Conversion from since;
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No, no, thou canst not put up a more acceptable request:
No, no, thou Canst not put up a more acceptable request:
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Lord, I am weary of my sins, I would dishonour thee no more, I would be good, I would serve thee;
Lord, I am weary of my Sins, I would dishonour thee no more, I would be good, I would serve thee;
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thou only canst change me, and enable me;
thou only Canst change me, and enable me;
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for thy Mercies sake do so, and heal, and turn me, so shall I be healed and turned. 3. God hath changed and converted great sinners; was not Manasses so! M. Magdalen so! Paul so! the Corinthians so!
for thy mercies sake do so, and heal, and turn me, so shall I be healed and turned. 3. God hath changed and converted great Sinners; was not Manasses so! M. Magdalen so! Paul so! the Corinthians so!
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Why, venture toward his mercy seat;
Why, venture towards his mercy seat;
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who can tell but he may do so to thee? 4. He hath changed sinners, who have not sought him;
who can tell but he may do so to thee? 4. He hath changed Sinners, who have not sought him;
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and will he refuse it for them, who do seek it of him? if he many times be found of them that seek him not, will he deny to them, who seek? 5. You have his promise to do this very converting work for you;
and will he refuse it for them, who do seek it of him? if he many times be found of them that seek him not, will he deny to them, who seek? 5. You have his promise to do this very converting work for you;
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He will give his holy Spirit to them that ask him, Luk. 11. 13. I will give a new heart,
He will give his holy Spirit to them that ask him, Luk. 11. 13. I will give a new heart,
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and a new spirit, Ezek. 36. 26. Behold he calls thee, he tells thee that he is willing to convert thee,and a new Spirit, Ezekiel 36. 26. Behold he calls thee, he tells thee that he is willing to convert thee,
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why, then art thou not willing to receive it, to have it done? do not say, thou art a sinner;
why, then art thou not willing to receive it, to have it done? do not say, thou art a sinner;
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God never did convert any but a sinner, nor does he promise to convert any, who is not a sinner. 6. Did ever any beg this,
God never did convert any but a sinner, nor does he promise to convert any, who is not a sinner. 6. Did ever any beg this,
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and failed of it? Lord (said one to Christ) If thou wilt, thou canst make me clean, (what, saith Christ to him? doth he not answer him at all? Doth he say, I cannot? Or doth he say, I will not? O no, his answer is (and it is a present answer,) I will, be thou clean. 2. To come to the Word,
and failed of it? Lord (said one to christ) If thou wilt, thou Canst make me clean, (what, Says christ to him? does he not answer him At all? Does he say, I cannot? Or does he say, I will not? O no, his answer is (and it is a present answer,) I will, be thou clean. 2. To come to the Word,
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and come for this end, that God may convert and change; many came to the Pool of Bethesda, to look on it; and come for this end, that God may convert and change; many Come to the Pool of Bethesda, to look on it;
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and an impotent man came thither to be cured in it, and there he was cured;
and an impotent man Come thither to be cured in it, and there he was cured;
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many come to hear the Word, to mock at it;
many come to hear the Word, to mock At it;
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and many come to get some notions from it, and many come to catch the Minister at it,
and many come to get Some notions from it, and many come to catch the Minister At it,
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but he who comes for this very end to be converted and changed by it, I believe he shall first or last attain his end;
but he who comes for this very end to be converted and changed by it, I believe he shall First or last attain his end;
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the word shall convert and change him. The word is sometimes compared to a Glass, which discovers;
the word shall convert and change him. The word is sometime compared to a Glass, which discovers;
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Jam. 1. 29. and sometimes to a Laver which washeth and cleanseth, Psal. 119. 9. even the young man (who of all other is most unruly and wild) is converted by it.Jam. 1. 29. and sometime to a Laver which washes and Cleanseth, Psalm 119. 9. even the young man (who of all other is most unruly and wild) is converted by it.
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The Power of God, goes with the Word of God; and the Grace of God, comes by the Word of God;
The Power of God, Goes with the Word of God; and the Grace of God, comes by the Word of God;
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it is Vehiculum Spiritus, & canalis Gratiae; Thousands have been converted by it, and so maist thou.
it is Vehiculum Spiritus, & canalis Gratiae; Thousands have been converted by it, and so Mayest thou.
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Hath God converted and changed thy heart? hearken then to a few counsels. 1. Take heed of sinning after Conversion;
Hath God converted and changed thy heart? harken then to a few Counsels. 1. Take heed of sinning After Conversion;
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Do not sin against grace received;
Do not sin against grace received;
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if thou dost, thou wilt weaken and lame thy strength, wilt darken thy heaven, wilt perplex thy conscience, wilt shew thy self more ungrateful then any man;
if thou dost, thou wilt weaken and lame thy strength, wilt darken thy heaven, wilt perplex thy conscience, wilt show thy self more ungrateful then any man;
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no wicked man can have such an aggravation of sin upon him, as thou hast. 2. Honour God with that Grace which thou hast received:
no wicked man can have such an aggravation of since upon him, as thou hast. 2. Honour God with that Grace which thou hast received:
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Conversion fits and enables a man for Gods Service and Glory.
Conversion fits and enables a man for God's Service and Glory.
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And they began to be merry. These words are as the Banquet after the Feast;
And they began to be merry. These words Are as the Banquet After the Feast;
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they are the close, and the reckoning that is brought in upon the lost Son being brought home.
they Are the close, and the reckoning that is brought in upon the lost Son being brought home.
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The case is wonderfully altered with him, (all is altered, when the sinner is altered) when he was wandring from his Father, he ran up and down the Country,
The case is wonderfully altered with him, (all is altered, when the sinner is altered) when he was wandering from his Father, he ran up and down the Country,
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and wasted all his estate among Harlots; he shifted himself to his very skin, and out he is turned amongst the Swine, and no man regarded him;
and wasted all his estate among Harlots; he shifted himself to his very skin, and out he is turned among the Swine, and no man regarded him;
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the poor wretch wanted Father, and House, and Cloaths, and all Comforts, and was upon his last Leggs, at the very point of starving and famishing.
the poor wretch wanted Father, and House, and Clothes, and all Comforts, and was upon his last Legs, At the very point of starving and famishing.
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But now being found and returned home, all mercies come in unto him;
But now being found and returned home, all Mercies come in unto him;
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there's a Father to embrace him, and an House to entertain him, and Raiment to cloath him,
there's a Father to embrace him, and an House to entertain him, and Raiment to cloth him,
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and Friends to welcome him, and a feast to rejoyce him. [ And they began to be merry:
and Friends to welcome him, and a feast to rejoice him. [ And they began to be merry:
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] As formerly you have had the nature of Conversion, so in these, you have the fruit of Conversion. When Jesus Christ was born, there was great joy;] As formerly you have had the nature of Conversion, so in these, you have the fruit of Conversion. When jesus christ was born, there was great joy;
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and when a sinner is born again, hereupon also ariseth great joy. The Proposition on which I intend to insist, is this:
and when a sinner is born again, hereupon also arises great joy. The Proposition on which I intend to insist, is this:
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That Conversion brings the Soul into a joyful, a very joyful condition; That Conversion brings the Soul into a joyful, a very joyful condition;
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[ They began to be merry ] Mirth is the accent of joy, it is an emphatical joy;
[ They began to be merry ] Mirth is the accent of joy, it is an emphatical joy;
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but when did they begin to be merry? why!
but when did they begin to be merry? why!
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as soon as it was said, This my Son is alive, and this my Son is found;
as soon as it was said, This my Son is alive, and this my Son is found;
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now they begin to be merry.
now they begin to be merry.
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Conversion may be considered three wayes. 1. Antecedenter: For the precious qualities and works, which immediately go before, and ordinarily usher in Conversion;
Conversion may be considered three ways. 1. Antecedent: For the precious qualities and works, which immediately go before, and ordinarily usher in Conversion;
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so it is sad, and bitter, and sharp;
so it is sad, and bitter, and sharp;
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for there the law imprints a sense of sin, and of wrath, and a spirit of bondage to fear;
for there the law imprints a sense of since, and of wrath, and a Spirit of bondage to Fear;
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the Needle pricks, and the Sword cuts and wounds, and the Hammer bruiseth, and the Plough rents and tears. 2. Formaliter: as it is a perfective change,
the Needle pricks, and the Sword cuts and wounds, and the Hammer bruiseth, and the Plough rends and tears. 2. Formaliter: as it is a perfective change,
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and alteration, even from hell to heaven, from basest lusts, to sweetest holiness;
and alteration, even from hell to heaven, from Basest Lustiest, to Sweetest holiness;
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and thus it is (at the least) a fundamental, radical, and virtual joy. 3. Consequenter: For the Crop and present harvest, which results out of Conversion;
and thus it is (At the least) a fundamental, radical, and virtual joy. 3. Consequently: For the Crop and present harvest, which results out of Conversion;
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thus it is the Musick after the tuning of the strings; the fruit of righteousness is peace, so the fruit of conversion is joy and delight.
thus it is the Music After the tuning of the strings; the fruit of righteousness is peace, so the fruit of conversion is joy and delight.
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There are three things unto which I desire to speak about this point. 1. That upon Conversion, the condition becomes very joyful and pleasant;
There Are three things unto which I desire to speak about this point. 1. That upon Conversion, the condition becomes very joyful and pleasant;
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quod sit. 2. What kind of joy and pleasure Conversion doth bring; quale sit. 3. Reasons why so;quod fit. 2. What kind of joy and pleasure Conversion does bring; quale fit. 3. Reasons why so;
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cur sit: and then the useful Application. Quest. 1. For the first of these; that Conversion doth bring the soul into a very joyful condition.cur fit: and then the useful Application. Quest. 1. For the First of these; that Conversion does bring the soul into a very joyful condition.
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Sol. There are four things which demonstrate the quod sit of this. 1. Many pregnant places of Scripture; Sol. There Are four things which demonstrate the quod fit of this. 1. Many pregnant places of Scripture;
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Psal. 52. 11. Shout for joy, all ye that ar• upright in heart, Psal. 132. 9. Let thy Saints shout for joy, Isai. 35. 10. The ransomed of the Lord shall return,
Psalm 52. 11. Shout for joy, all you that ar• upright in heart, Psalm 132. 9. Let thy Saints shout for joy, Isaiah 35. 10. The ransomed of the Lord shall return,
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and come to Zion with songs, and everlasting joy upon their heads; they shall obtain joy and gladness, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away. and come to Zion with songs, and everlasting joy upon their Heads; they shall obtain joy and gladness, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away.
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Isai. 65. 13. Behold my servants shall rejoyce, but ye shall be ashamed.
Isaiah 65. 13. Behold my Servants shall rejoice, but you shall be ashamed.
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v. 14. Behold my servants shall sing for joy of heart, but ye shall cry for sorrow of heart.
v. 14. Behold my Servants shall sing for joy of heart, but you shall cry for sorrow of heart.
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Isai. 61. 10. I will greatly rejoyce in the Lord, my soul shall be joyful in my God.
Isaiah 61. 10. I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, my soul shall be joyful in my God.
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Rom. 14. 17. The Kingdome of God consists in righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
Rom. 14. 17. The Kingdom of God consists in righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
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Prov. 3. 17. Her wayes are wayes of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. 2. Many pregnant testimonies and instances:
Curae 3. 17. Her ways Are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths Are peace. 2. Many pregnant testimonies and instances:
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When Zacheus was converted, he came down joyfully, and received Christ, Luke 19. 6, 9. When the three thousand were converted, there ensued singular gladness and joy, Acts 2. 41. When the Eunuch was converted, he went home rejoycing, Act. 8. 39. When those in Samaria were converted, the Text saith, There was great joy in that City, Acts 8. 5, 6. When the Jailor was converted, He rejoyced, believing in God with all his house, Acts 16. 34. When they to whom Peter wrote were converted, they did rejoyce with joy unspeakable, and full of Glory, 1 Pet. 1. 8. 3. The many Comparisons, by which converting grace is expressed, doth confirm it, that it makes the souls condition very joyful, and delightful: When Zacchaeus was converted, he Come down joyfully, and received christ, Lycia 19. 6, 9. When the three thousand were converted, there ensued singular gladness and joy, Acts 2. 41. When the Eunuch was converted, he went home rejoicing, Act. 8. 39. When those in Samaria were converted, the Text Says, There was great joy in that city, Acts 8. 5, 6. When the Jailor was converted, He rejoiced, believing in God with all his house, Acts 16. 34. When they to whom Peter wrote were converted, they did rejoice with joy unspeakable, and full of Glory, 1 Pet. 1. 8. 3. The many Comparisons, by which converting grace is expressed, does confirm it, that it makes the Souls condition very joyful, and delightful:
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The estate of grace is set forth by all the things which are esteemed pleasant, and delightful, and joyful.
The estate of grace is Set forth by all the things which Are esteemed pleasant, and delightful, and joyful.
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Men take Delight, and Joy, in Honour, Beauty, Strength, Youth, Riches, Pearls, and Jewels, in Birth, in Wisdome,
Men take Delight, and Joy, in Honour, Beauty, Strength, Youth, Riches, Pearls, and Jewels, in Birth, in Wisdom,
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and Knowledg, in Springs, Orchards, Spices, Perfumes, Buildings, Victories, Life, Duration, Friends. Why!
and Knowledge, in Springs, Orchards, Spices, Perfumes, Buildings, Victories, Life, Duration, Friends. Why!
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when converting grace is conveyed into the heart, the man now is honourable, and of high dignity;
when converting grace is conveyed into the heart, the man now is honourable, and of high dignity;
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now the beauties of Christ are on his soul, all his graces are more precious then Pearls, and Gold, and Silver;
now the beauty's of christ Are on his soul, all his graces Are more precious then Pearls, and Gold, and Silver;
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he is rich in spiritual treasures, he is one born of the Spirit of God, never truly knowing and wise, till now, &c. Nay, grace is phrased by such things, which yield a general and universal contentment and delight to the whole man:
he is rich in spiritual treasures, he is one born of the Spirit of God, never truly knowing and wise, till now, etc. Nay, grace is phrased by such things, which yield a general and universal contentment and delight to the Whole man:
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It is sometimes called Light, which is pleasant to the eye; Oyntment, which is pleasant to the smell;
It is sometime called Light, which is pleasant to the eye; Ointment, which is pleasant to the smell;
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Wine, which is pleasant to the tast; Musick, or the joyful sound, which is pleasant to the ear.Wine, which is pleasant to the taste; Music, or the joyful found, which is pleasant to the ear.
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Nay, yet again, it is sometimes called Truth, and that is pleasant to the understanding; Goodness, and that is pleasant to the will;
Nay, yet again, it is sometime called Truth, and that is pleasant to the understanding; goodness, and that is pleasant to the will;
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a Kingdome, and that is pleasant to desire; an Inheritance, and that is pleasant to hope;
a Kingdom, and that is pleasant to desire; an Inheritance, and that is pleasant to hope;
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Communion, and that is pleasant to love; a Possession, and and that is pleasant to joy;Communion, and that is pleasant to love; a Possession, and and that is pleasant to joy;
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a Victory, and that is pleasant to hatred; a Security, and that is pleasant to fear;
a Victory, and that is pleasant to hatred; a Security, and that is pleasant to Fear;
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Heaven, the Kingdome of Heaven, and that is pleasantness itself;Heaven, the Kingdom of Heaven, and that is pleasantness itself;
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and all this even under fears and combates, when at the first, and weakest, and lowest:
and all this even under fears and combats, when At the First, and Weakest, and lowest:
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Nay, yet once more, it is set out by all the occasions, and by all the times of joy, to the birth of a man-child; for joy that a manchild is born (said Christ;) A converted man is a new-born.
Nay, yet once more, it is Set out by all the occasions, and by all the times of joy, to the birth of a Manchild; for joy that a Manchild is born (said christ;) A converted man is a newborn.
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To the day of Marriage, which some call the only day of joy; a converted man is marryed to Christ:To the day of Marriage, which Some call the only day of joy; a converted man is married to christ:
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To a Feast, Isai. 25. 6. Every dish is filled with mercy.
To a Feast, Isaiah 25. 6. Every dish is filled with mercy.
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To a Coronation day, which was a day of gladness of heart to Solomon, Cant. 3. 11. There is a crown of life for every converted soul.
To a Coronation day, which was a day of gladness of heart to Solomon, Cant 3. 11. There is a crown of life for every converted soul.
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To the time of Harvest, when the Husbandman reaps with joy, Isai. 9. 3. To the returns of Merchants upon the increase of Wine and Oyle;To the time of Harvest, when the Husbandman reaps with joy, Isaiah 9. 3. To the returns of Merchant's upon the increase of Wine and Oil;
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Psal. 4. To a ransome and release from bondage and captivity;
Psalm 4. To a ransom and release from bondage and captivity;
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a converted man is set at liberty, he is a freeman in Christ 4. Consider Conversion in the Causes of it,
a converted man is Set At liberty, he is a freeman in christ 4. Consider Conversion in the Causes of it,
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or in the very Nature of it, or in the Acts flowing from it;
or in the very Nature of it, or in the Acts flowing from it;
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certainly by all of them you may be induced to believe that it makes the Condition joyful and pleasant. 1. The Causes of it, which are four, 1. The Radical cause. Why!
Certainly by all of them you may be induced to believe that it makes the Condition joyful and pleasant. 1. The Causes of it, which Are four, 1. The Radical cause. Why!
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Conversion drops out of the Eternal Love of God to a mans soul.
Conversion drops out of the Eternal Love of God to a men soul.
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Behold what manner of Love, 1 Jo. 3. 1. as many as were ordained to eternal life believed, Acts. 13. 2. The Meritorious cause: Who loved us and gave himself for us, Gal. 2. It is one part of Christs purchase, he merited Grace and Glory for his. 3. The Efficient cause; (immediately efficient) it is the first breath of Gods sanctifying Spirit, the Spirit of true Comfort and Joy. 4. The Instrumental cause; the word which is called sweet,Behold what manner of Love, 1 John 3. 1. as many as were ordained to Eternal life believed, Acts. 13. 2. The Meritorious cause: Who loved us and gave himself for us, Gal. 2. It is one part of Christ purchase, he merited Grace and Glory for his. 3. The Efficient cause; (immediately efficient) it is the First breath of God's sanctifying Spirit, the Spirit of true Comfort and Joy. 4. The Instrumental cause; the word which is called sweet,
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and sweeter then the Hony, and the breasts of Consolation, is the instrument of Conversion, Jam. 1. 2. Its owne Nature. Converting Grace hath three things intrinsecal unto it. 1. Goodness; it is good,
and Sweeten then the Honey, and the breasts of Consolation, is the Instrument of Conversion, Jam. 1. 2. Its own Nature. Converting Grace hath three things intrinsical unto it. 1. goodness; it is good,
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and it only makes us good: Now Goodness is the foundation of Delight;
and it only makes us good: Now goodness is the Foundation of Delight;
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Nothing is truly pleasant, but what is truly good. 2. Suteableness; There is nothing so suteable either to the nature of the soul,
Nothing is truly pleasant, but what is truly good. 2. Suitableness; There is nothing so suitable either to the nature of the soul,
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or end of the soul, as true Grace. 3. Perfection; it is the Glory of the Soul.
or end of the soul, as true Grace. 3. Perfection; it is the Glory of the Soul.
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3. The acts flowing from it;
3. The acts flowing from it;
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If the acts flowing from Conversion be such as God himself takes delight in, (He takes delight in the prayer of his servants, in the broken hearts of his servants, in the Faith,
If the acts flowing from Conversion be such as God himself Takes delight in, (He Takes delight in the prayer of his Servants, in the broken hearts of his Servants, in the Faith,
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and in the Fear, and in the Hope of his servants;
and in the fear, and in the Hope of his Servants;
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all their services are a sweet savour unto him, as Noahs sacrifice was:) Surely then Conversion is able to make the converted Soul joyful and delightful.
all their services Are a sweet savour unto him, as Noahs sacrifice was:) Surely then Conversion is able to make the converted Soul joyful and delightful.
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Againe, there cannot be a greater delight and joy then when an Active and Actual intercourse is maintained twixt an immortal Soul and perfect Blessedness;
Again, there cannot be a greater delight and joy then when an Active and Actual intercourse is maintained betwixt an immortal Soul and perfect Blessedness;
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when my Soul hath a free converss with Blessedness it self, and Blessedness it self hath a Gracious converse with my soul, this is as if two deeply in Love conversed with each other:
when my Soul hath a free converss with Blessedness it self, and Blessedness it self hath a Gracious converse with my soul, this is as if two deeply in Love conversed with each other:
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this is as if Jonathan and David met together; this is as if Jacob and Joseph met together, and infinitely more:
this is as if Johnathan and David met together; this is as if Jacob and Joseph met together, and infinitely more:
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But upon Conversion, the soul and God have mutual communications. (And is not God the blessedness of mans soul,
But upon Conversion, the soul and God have mutual communications. (And is not God the blessedness of men soul,
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and is not blessedness a joyful and pleasant sight) God speaks to that soul, and that soul speaks with God;
and is not blessedness a joyful and pleasant sighed) God speaks to that soul, and that soul speaks with God;
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the soul opens its self to God, and God opens himself to that soul. Ergò.
the soul Opens its self to God, and God Opens himself to that soul. Ergò.
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5. It were a mighty dishonour to God that his Wayes, his Image, should be barren of Joy, and yet the Divels wayes and sin, pleasant. 6. A Great motive to draw in a soul were lost. 7. Grace doth spiritualize our joyes, it doth not nullify true joy.
5. It were a mighty dishonour to God that his Ways, his Image, should be barren of Joy, and yet the Devils ways and since, pleasant. 6. A Great motive to draw in a soul were lost. 7. Grace does spiritualize our Joys, it does not nullify true joy.
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Quest. 2. What kind of Joy and Pleasure doth Conversion bring unto the Soul. Sol. There are five properties in the joy which Conversion lets into the Soul.Quest. 2. What kind of Joy and Pleasure does Conversion bring unto the Soul. Sol. There Are five properties in the joy which Conversion lets into the Soul.
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1. It is a lawful Joy and Pleasure. There are many things which are pleasent, but they are not Lawful:
1. It is a lawful Joy and Pleasure. There Are many things which Are pleasant, but they Are not Lawful:
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Stollen waters are sweet, saith Solomon, but God allowes them not;Stolen waters Are sweet, Says Solomon, but God allows them not;
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the Tree in the garden was Pleasant, but it was not Lawful for Adam and Eve to taste of.
the Tree in the garden was Pleasant, but it was not Lawful for Adam and Eve to taste of.
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Sinful wayes afford some kind of joy, but that joy is forbidden fruit; God hath cursed sin and all that comes out of sin.
Sinful ways afford Some kind of joy, but that joy is forbidden fruit; God hath cursed since and all that comes out of since.
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Agrippina poysoned her husband with the meat he most delighted in.Agrippina poisoned her husband with the meat he most delighted in.
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Wicked men delight and rejoyce in sinful things, but this is only sweet Poyson, God allowes it not; nor is it safe:
Wicked men delight and rejoice in sinful things, but this is only sweet Poison, God allows it not; nor is it safe:
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But conversion yeilds a Joy, which the soul may safely feed on;
But conversion yields a Joy, which the soul may safely feed on;
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It is lawful to rejoyce in the Lord, and to rejoyce in Christ, and to reioyce in the pardon of our sins,
It is lawful to rejoice in the Lord, and to rejoice in christ, and to rejoice in the pardon of our Sins,
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and to rejoyce that our names are written in the book of Life. 2. It is a Spiritual Joy; A Joy that reacheth to the spirit of Man,
and to rejoice that our names Are written in the book of Life. 2. It is a Spiritual Joy; A Joy that reaches to the Spirit of Man,
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and that becomes the spirit of man, and that raiseth the spirit of man. 1. Many men have joy in their faces,
and that becomes the Spirit of man, and that Raiseth the Spirit of man. 1. Many men have joy in their faces,
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and yet not joy in their hearts;
and yet not joy in their hearts;
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A man in a feaver hath a lively colour, when yet he hath a dying heart;
A man in a fever hath a lively colour, when yet he hath a dying heart;
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and many have joy in their tongues and mouthes, and yet no joy in their consciences.
and many have joy in their tongues and mouths, and yet no joy in their Consciences.
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As he said to one that commended his fine shoe, But you doe not know where it pincheth me;
As he said to one that commended his fine shoe, But you do not know where it pincheth me;
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a wicked man hath an hell in his conscience, who yet hath a smile in his countenance;
a wicked man hath an hell in his conscience, who yet hath a smile in his countenance;
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But a Converted mans joy, is an heart joy;
But a Converted men joy, is an heart joy;
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My servants shall sing for joy of heart, Isa. 65. 14. My Spirit rejoiceth in God my Savior, said Mary, Luk. 2. 2. And it is a spirit becoming joy.My Servants shall sing for joy of heart, Isaiah 65. 14. My Spirit rejoices in God my Saviour, said Marry, Luk. 2. 2. And it is a Spirit becoming joy.
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Laughter is not seemly for a fool, said Solomon; There are joyes which are not seemly nor becoming an Immortal soul:Laughter is not seemly for a fool, said Solomon; There Are Joys which Are not seemly nor becoming an Immortal soul:
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Agesilaus said of some pleasures, that they were fit for salves, not for Freemen: a wicked man takes joy either in Vile things, which fight against the Soul;Agesilaus said of Some pleasures, that they were fit for Salves, not for Freemen: a wicked man Takes joy either in Vile things, which fight against the Soul;
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or in vain things, which are below a Soul; his joyes are fetcht out of hell, or out of the Creature;
or in vain things, which Are below a Soul; his Joys Are fetched out of hell, or out of the Creature;
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either such joyes as delight the Devil, or delight the beasts, or delight the basest and vainest of men;
either such Joys as delight the devil, or delight the beasts, or delight the Basest and vainest of men;
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in Whoring, and Drinking, and Cursing, and Dicing, and Dancing, and Gaming, and Mumming, and Masking &c. But Conversion feeds the Soul with the joyes of the Holy Ghost, with Divine joy, joy drawn out of the wells of Salvation, Isa. 12. 2. And it is a Spirit-raising joy:
in Whoring, and Drinking, and Cursing, and Dicing, and Dancing, and Gaming, and Mumming, and Masking etc. But Conversion feeds the Soul with the Joys of the Holy Ghost, with Divine joy, joy drawn out of the wells of Salvation, Isaiah 12. 2. And it is a Spirit-raising joy:
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when the soul is cast down, and all the comforts on Earth cannot lift it up and chear it,
when the soul is cast down, and all the comforts on Earth cannot lift it up and cheer it,
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yet Conversion can let in a fetching Cordial;
yet Conversion can let in a fetching Cordial;
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It can open a window to see the light of Gods countenance and favour, which can turn night into day,
It can open a window to see the Light of God's countenance and favour, which can turn night into day,
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and troubles into peace, and heaviness into an exceeding joy;
and Troubles into peace, and heaviness into an exceeding joy;
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even Davids, Why art thou cast down O my Soul? into Praise the Lord O my Soul 3. It is a wonderfull Joy;
even Davids, Why art thou cast down Oh my Soul? into Praise the Lord Oh my Soul 3. It is a wonderful Joy;
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There are two cases wherein men do wonder, how a man can possibly be joyful. 1. One is, when all the comforts of the Creature fail him;
There Are two cases wherein men do wonder, how a man can possibly be joyful. 1. One is, when all the comforts of the Creature fail him;
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not a Candle but is without light, not a Well but is stopt; not a Spring but is dry;
not a Candle but is without Light, not a Well but is stopped; not a Spring but is dry;
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No friend to look on and pity, no maintenance, no subsistance:
No friend to look on and pity, no maintenance, no subsistence:
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Yet in such a case (which is wont to be a time Sighs and Tears) can a converted man rejoyce.
Yet in such a case (which is wont to be a time Sighs and Tears) can a converted man rejoice.
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Hab. 3. 17. Although the Fig-tree shall not blossome, neither shall fruit be in the Vine, The labor of the Olive shall faile,
Hab. 3. 17. Although the Fig tree shall not blossom, neither shall fruit be in the Vine, The labour of the Olive shall fail,
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and the field shall yeild no meat, the •lock shall be cut off from the fold,
and the field shall yield no meat, the •lock shall be Cut off from the fold,
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and there shall be no Herd in the stals;
and there shall be no Heard in the stals;
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Yet I will rejoyce in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my salvation. Yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my salvation.
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2. Another is, when all outward miseries are upon him:
2. another is, when all outward misery's Are upon him:
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as when all his outward estate is taken away, yet then converted persons have taken joyfully the spoyling of their Goods, Heb. 10. 34. When Afflictions, Derisions, Reproaches, Bonds, Imprisonments, Scourgings, cruel Torments, are laid on him;
as when all his outward estate is taken away, yet then converted Persons have taken joyfully the spoiling of their Goods, Hebrew 10. 34. When Afflictions, Derisions, Reproaches, Bonds, Imprisonments, Scourgings, cruel Torments, Are laid on him;
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Yet saith Paul, Wee rejoyce in Tribulations also, Rom. 5. 3. Yet saith Christ, when men shall revile you,
Yet Says Paul, we rejoice in Tribulations also, Rom. 5. 3. Yet Says christ, when men shall revile you,
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and persecute you, and say all manner of evill against you falsly for my sake, Re•oyce and be exceeding glad, Mat. 5. 11, 12. And the Apostles when they were imprisoned and bea•en, rejoyced that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name, Act. 5. 41. My Brethren count it all Joy,
and persecute you, and say all manner of evil against you falsely for my sake, Re•oyce and be exceeding glad, Mathew 5. 11, 12. And the Apostles when they were imprisoned and bea•en, rejoiced that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name, Act. 5. 41. My Brothers count it all Joy,
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when ye fall into diverse Temptations, Jam. 1. 2. When he is going to endure a cruel death as burning in the Fire, devouring by wild Beasts, roasting on the Gridiron, boyling in Oil, breaking of the Bones, tearing out the Bowels;when you fallen into diverse Temptations, Jam. 1. 2. When he is going to endure a cruel death as burning in the Fire, devouring by wild Beasts, roasting on the Gridiron, boiling in Oil, breaking of the Bones, tearing out the Bowels;
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All these have converted persons susteined, with unspeakeable Courage, clapping of the Hands, kissing of the Stake, and Glorious Rejoicings.
All these have converted Persons sustained, with unspeakable Courage, clapping of the Hands, kissing of the Stake, and Glorious Rejoicings.
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Why, the truth is that though all the Candles on Earth be put out, yet he hath Light and Comfort, still •un sh•nes, nothing can dissolve,
Why, the truth is that though all the Candles on Earth be put out, yet he hath Light and Comfort, still •un sh•nes, nothing can dissolve,
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nor yet interrupt the souls sweet •ommunion with God. 4. It is a Firme, and Pure, and Ʋnclogged Joy;
nor yet interrupt the Souls sweet •ommunion with God. 4. It is a Firm, and Pure, and Ʋnclogged Joy;
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an unconverted man hath his joy, and his delights, and his mirth, and pleasure;
an unconverted man hath his joy, and his delights, and his mirth, and pleasure;
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but there are three doleful burdens under which all this while he lies. 1. Notwithstanding all his joyes, he lies under the hatred of God. 2. Notwithstanding all his joyes, he lies under the dominion of his sinful Lusts. 3. Notwithstanding all his joyes, he lies under the power of a Guilty, and Accusing, and Condemning Conscience;
but there Are three doleful burdens under which all this while he lies. 1. Notwithstanding all his Joys, he lies under the hatred of God. 2. Notwithstanding all his Joys, he lies under the dominion of his sinful Lusts. 3. Notwithstanding all his Joys, he lies under the power of a Guilty, and Accusing, and Condemning Conscience;
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but now the Converted mans joy is a Perfect joy, a Wel-grounded joy;
but now the Converted men joy is a Perfect joy, a Well-grounded joy;
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God loves him, Christ hath satisfyed for him, his heart is sanctifyed, and his conscience pacified. 5. It is a well ending joy; A joy which ends in joy:
God loves him, christ hath satisfied for him, his heart is sanctified, and his conscience pacified. 5. It is a well ending joy; A joy which ends in joy:
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an unconverted man hath his joyes and pleasures, but they end in Griefe and horror.
an unconverted man hath his Joys and pleasures, but they end in Grief and horror.
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O my poor Soul, said Adrian, when he was dying, whither art thou now going? all thy Mirth,
O my poor Soul, said Adrian, when he was dying, whither art thou now going? all thy Mirth,
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and Joy, are at an end:
and Joy, Are At an end:
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nec ut soles dabis jocos, thou art going away, and all thy joyes are going away:nec ut soles Dabis jocos, thou art going away, and all thy Joys Are going away:
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Luk. 16. 15. But Abraham said to Dives, Remember that thou in thy life time receivedst thy good things, and Lazarus evill things;
Luk. 16. 15. But Abraham said to Dives, remember that thou in thy life time Received thy good things, and Lazarus evil things;
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but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented.
but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented.
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Dives fared sumptuously every day, he had pleasure on earth, but after them his soul went into hell torments: he never had pleasure more.Dives fared sumptuously every day, he had pleasure on earth, but After them his soul went into hell torments: he never had pleasure more.
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Babylon, it is said of her Rev. 18. 7. how much she hath glorified her self,
Babylon, it is said of her Rev. 18. 7. how much she hath glorified her self,
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and lived deliciously, so much torment and sorrow give her: Job speaking of the Wicked, chap. 21. 7. saith, That they take the Timbrel and Harp,
and lived deliciously, so much torment and sorrow give her: Job speaking of the Wicked, chap. 21. 7. Says, That they take the Timbrel and Harp,
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and rejoyce at the sound of the Organ: and rejoice At the found of the Organ:
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v. 12. they spend their dayes in wealth, and in a moment go down to the Grave:
v. 12. they spend their days in wealth, and in a moment go down to the Grave:
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Solomon speaks ironically to the Voluptuous Youthes, Eccles. 11. 9. Rejoyce O young man in thy Youth,
Solomon speaks ironically to the Voluptuous Youths, Eccles. 11. 9. Rejoice Oh young man in thy Youth,
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and let thy heart cheer thee in the dayes of thy Youth, and walk in the wayes of thine heart, and in the sight of thine eyes; and let thy heart cheer thee in the days of thy Youth, and walk in the ways of thine heart, and in the sighed of thine eyes;
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But know thou, that for all these things God will bring thee into Judgment:
But know thou, that for all these things God will bring thee into Judgement:
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So then the converted man's joy, is a short joy, and a joy that ends in bitterest sorrow:
So then the converted Man's joy, is a short joy, and a joy that ends in Bitterest sorrow:
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But a converted man's joy, is a lasting joy, and it ends in perfect joy; when he dies, yet his grace dies not, yet his joy dies not:
But a converted Man's joy, is a lasting joy, and it ends in perfect joy; when he die, yet his grace die not, yet his joy die not:
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Well done good and faithful Servant, enter into thy Master's joy; the end of life, is the beginning of all joy.Well done good and faithful Servant, enter into thy Masters joy; the end of life, is the beginning of all joy.
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6. It is a transcendent joy; it exceeds all worldly joyes.
6. It is a transcendent joy; it exceeds all worldly Joys.
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Psal. 4. 7. Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more then in the time that their Corn and their Wine increased. Psalm 4. 7. Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more then in the time that their Corn and their Wine increased.
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Psal. 60. 3. Thy loving kindness is better then life.
Psalm 60. 3. Thy loving kindness is better then life.
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Quest. 3. Why doth Conversion make the souls condition so joyful? Sol. •t cannot but be so, Quest. 3. Why does Conversion make the Souls condition so joyful? Sol. •t cannot but be so,
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if you consider Conversion, either as to God, or as to Christ, or as to Conscience. 1. As to God.
if you Consider Conversion, either as to God, or as to christ, or as to Conscience. 1. As to God.
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1. True Conversion is the certain effect of Gods gracious election;
1. True Conversion is the certain Effect of God's gracious election;
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Although Conversion be not the cause of election, yet it is the fruit of election, it is the counterpane of election.
Although Conversion be not the cause of election, yet it is the fruit of election, it is the counterpane of election.
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Act. 13. 48. As many as were ordinaed to eternal life, believed. 1. Thes. 1. 4. Knowing, Brethren, Beloved, the election of God.
Act. 13. 48. As many as were ordinaed to Eternal life, believed. 1. Thebes 1. 4. Knowing, Brothers, beloved, the election of God.
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v. 5. For our Gospel came not to you in word only, but in power also, and in the Holy Ghost.
v. 5. For our Gospel Come not to you in word only, but in power also, and in the Holy Ghost.
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2 Pet. 1. 10. Give diligence to make your calling and election sure.
2 Pet. 1. 10. Give diligence to make your calling and election sure.
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When the word comes to the person, in the Letter only, this is no sign of his election,
When the word comes to the person, in the letter only, this is no Signen of his election,
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but when it comes in power, and in the Holy Ghost it is;
but when it comes in power, and in the Holy Ghost it is;
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for to come in power, and in the Holy Ghost, is mightily, and effectually to change and convert a person,
for to come in power, and in the Holy Ghost, is mightily, and effectually to change and convert a person,
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and this the Apostle makes an evidence of election;
and this the Apostle makes an evidence of election;
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and questionless, a copy of a man's election cannot but be a cause of great joy;
and questionless, a copy of a Man's election cannot but be a cause of great joy;
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Rejoyce (saith Christ to his Disciples) that your names are written in heaven: Rejoice (Says christ to his Disciples) that your names Are written in heaven:
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Oh, what a comfort is it to know that God from all eternity hath written and recorded it down, This is the man whom I will have mercy on,
O, what a Comfort is it to know that God from all eternity hath written and recorded it down, This is the man whom I will have mercy on,
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and will glorifie to all eternity!
and will Glorify to all eternity!
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2. True Conversion, It is the singular fruit of God's great Love, and of his rich mercy to a mans soul, the sure token of great love:
2. True Conversion, It is the singular fruit of God's great Love, and of his rich mercy to a men soul, the sure token of great love:
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God hath a common love and mercy, and God hath a choice love and mercy;
God hath a Common love and mercy, and God hath a choice love and mercy;
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there are some to whom he hath a great love, and unto whom he shews rich mercy:
there Are Some to whom he hath a great love, and unto whom he shows rich mercy:
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Now Conversion is a drop out of that great Ocean;
Now Conversion is a drop out of that great Ocean;
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the man is greatly beloved of God, who is converted by God. 1 Joh. 3. 1. Behold what manner of Love the Father hath bestowed on us, that we should be called the Sons of God.
the man is greatly Beloved of God, who is converted by God. 1 John 3. 1. Behold what manner of Love the Father hath bestowed on us, that we should be called the Sons of God.
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Eph. 2. 4, 5. But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us, v. 5. Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickned us.
Ephesians 2. 4, 5. But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us, v. 5. Even when we were dead in Sins, hath quickened us.
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3. True Conversion brings a soul under all the good and kind Language of God, under the smiles of God.
3. True Conversion brings a soul under all the good and kind Language of God, under the smiles of God.
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All the Ordinances are as Milk, and Honey, and Wine, and Oyle to a converted man.
All the Ordinances Are as Milk, and Honey, and Wine, and Oil to a converted man.
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The Word is a good Word to him, and the Sacrament is a good Sacrament to him; Why!
The Word is a good Word to him, and the Sacrament is a good Sacrament to him; Why!
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when an unconverted man hearts of all the mercy, and kindness, and happiness which God portions out for a converted sinner;
when an unconverted man hearts of all the mercy, and kindness, and happiness which God portions out for a converted sinner;
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I say, when he hears of all this, and gets but a lick or a taste of it upon the top of his Tongue, it effects him, and makes him glad.
I say, when he hears of all this, and gets but a lick or a taste of it upon the top of his Tongue, it effects him, and makes him glad.
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Herod heard John Baptist gladly, and the stony ground received the seed with joy;
Herod herd John Baptist gladly, and the stony ground received the seed with joy;
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and shall not the converted man, whose due portion all this is, shall not his heart have joy and gladness? shall a stranger who peeps over into the Garden,
and shall not the converted man, whose due portion all this is, shall not his heart have joy and gladness? shall a stranger who peeps over into the Garden,
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and is a spectator only at the Feast, shall he find a relish? and shall not he who hath the Posie at his Nose smell the sweetnesse? shall not he who c•tes at the Table, be filled with the goodnesse,
and is a spectator only At the Feast, shall he find a relish? and shall not he who hath the Posy At his Nose smell the sweetness? shall not he who c•tes At the Table, be filled with the Goodness,
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and fat, and marrow, and rejoyce, and blesse God?
and fat, and marrow, and rejoice, and bless God?
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4. True Conversion, It is a Claspe, the Golden Claspe of that everlasting Covenant of Gods Grace.
4. True Conversion, It is a Clasp, the Golden Clasp of that everlasting Covenant of God's Grace.
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Note here two things. 1. All the desireable delicacies of the soul are treasured up in the Covenant of Gods Grace;
Note Here two things. 1. All the desirable delicacies of the soul Are treasured up in the Covenant of God's Grace;
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in it are contained all the gracious attributes in God, all the gracious affections of God, all the gracious relations of God, all the gracious promises and engagements of God.
in it Are contained all the gracious attributes in God, all the gracious affections of God, all the gracious relations of God, all the gracious promises and engagements of God.
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There you find the reconciled God, the merciful God, the pardoning God, the sin-subduing God, the strengthning and helping God, the guiding and upholding God, the blessing and comforting God;
There you find the reconciled God, the merciful God, the pardoning God, the sin-subduing God, the strengthening and helping God, the guiding and upholding God, the blessing and comforting God;
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you cannot think of a mercy for the soul, of a mercy for the body, of a mercy for this life, of an happiness after this life,
you cannot think of a mercy for the soul, of a mercy for the body, of a mercy for this life, of an happiness After this life,
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but there it is, but there it is for you, but there it is assuredly for you. 2. Every converted person is in this Covenant; Why!
but there it is, but there it is for you, but there it is assuredly for you. 2. Every converted person is in this Covenant; Why!
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the new heart, and the new spirit, (is not this Conversion?) are a very part of it;
the new heart, and the new Spirit, (is not this Conversion?) Are a very part of it;
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Ezek. 36. 26. I will give them a new heart, and a new spirit: If this be so, then certainly Conversion brings a person into a very joyful condition. Mark a little:Ezekiel 36. 26. I will give them a new heart, and a new Spirit: If this be so, then Certainly Conversion brings a person into a very joyful condition. Mark a little:
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If the mercies which many receive only from Providence do delight and please them, shall not the mercies which men receive from Gods Covenant please and rejoyce them? Bread is sweet to an hungry man, out of whatsoever hand it comes;
If the Mercies which many receive only from Providence do delight and please them, shall not the Mercies which men receive from God's Covenant please and rejoice them? Bred is sweet to an hungry man, out of whatsoever hand it comes;
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and is it not more sweet when it comes out of the hand of love and kindness? O Sirs!
and is it not more sweet when it comes out of the hand of love and kindness? O Sirs!
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even the ordinary mercies to a converted man, have a sweet distinction in them;
even the ordinary Mercies to a converted man, have a sweet distinction in them;
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they are so perfumed, they are so distilled, they are so carved, they are all of them the kisses of a father, the gifts of a gracious God.
they Are so perfumed, they Are so distilled, they Are so carved, they Are all of them the Kisses of a father, the Gifts of a gracious God.
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Every bit of Bread thou eatest, and every draught of Beer thou drinkest, and every piece of Cloath thou wearest, it is the special provision of thy most gracious God, and thy loving Father:
Every bit of Bred thou Eatest, and every draught of Beer thou drinkest, and every piece of Cloth thou wearest, it is the special provision of thy most gracious God, and thy loving Father:
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If some one royal mercy in the Covenant be able sometimes to sweeten an Ocean, to turn hell into heaven, to wipe off all tears,
If Some one royal mercy in the Covenant be able sometime to sweeten an Ocean, to turn hell into heaven, to wipe off all tears,
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and put the soul almost into an extasie of joy;
and put the soul almost into an ecstasy of joy;
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what rivers of joy then can the whole Covenant afford? If the lifting up of the light of Gods countenance upon the soul, (which is but one beam of the Covenant) if his saving to a man, Soul, I am thy Salvation;
what Rivers of joy then can the Whole Covenant afford? If the lifting up of the Light of God's countenance upon the soul, (which is but one beam of the Covenant) if his Saving to a man, Soul, I am thy Salvation;
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if one word, Son, be of good cheer, thy sins are forgiven thee, imprints a superlative comfort, a joy unspeakable and full of glory;
if one word, Son, be of good cheer, thy Sins Are forgiven thee, imprints a superlative Comfort, a joy unspeakable and full of glory;
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if one drop be so sweet, how sweet is the Fountain? if one Grape, what is the cluster of Grapes? Now not only this or that mercy in the Covenant belongs to a converted man,
if one drop be so sweet, how sweet is the Fountain? if one Grape, what is the cluster of Grapes? Now not only this or that mercy in the Covenant belongs to a converted man,
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but every mercy, the God of all mercies, and all the mercies of God; the God of all comforts, and all the comforts of God.
but every mercy, the God of all Mercies, and all the Mercies of God; the God of all comforts, and all the comforts of God.
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5. True Conversion, It is the infallible fore-runner, the earnest, the pawn of Glory:
5. True Conversion, It is the infallible forerunner, the earnest, the pawn of Glory:
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the pledg which God leaves in hand, the first fruits of thy eternal Glory in the highest heavens;
the pledge which God leaves in hand, the First fruits of thy Eternal Glory in the highest heavens;
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and is not this a cause of great joy? if I look back, and see a love from all eternity;
and is not this a cause of great joy? if I look back, and see a love from all eternity;
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if forward, and see a glory to all eternity. Truly, if I should never taste Honey on earth;
if forward, and see a glory to all eternity. Truly, if I should never taste Honey on earth;
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if all the Wells of a present comfort were stopped up, if my Father should never smile on me in the way,
if all the Wells of a present Comfort were stopped up, if my Father should never smile on me in the Way,
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if all my Life were a sayling on brinish tears, and my Ship were still to be tossed with troublesome waves;
if all my Life were a sailing on brinish tears, and my Ship were still to be tossed with troublesome waves;
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yet, if I were sure at length to put in at this Port, to come safe to Heaven at length, to appear before the God of Gods at the last, to see him in Glory,
yet, if I were sure At length to put in At this Port, to come safe to Heaven At length, to appear before the God of God's At the last, to see him in Glory,
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and enjoy his face, and the pleasures at his right hand for evermore, even this confidence and assurance were enough to make me to rejoyce in the hope of the Glory of God.
and enjoy his face, and the pleasures At his right hand for evermore, even this confidence and assurance were enough to make me to rejoice in the hope of the Glory of God.
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Oh Christian, besides all that joy which ariseth from converting grace (which is it self a sweet Rose) and besides all those Honey dewes which fall upon the soul in the exercise of grace, in the way to Heaven, (Thou meetest him that rejoyceth and worketh righteousness, those that remember thee in thy wayes, Isai. 64. 5.) There is also reserved in the highest heavens, that most perfect happiness, that most perfect tranquillity, that most perfect joy;
O Christian, beside all that joy which arises from converting grace (which is it self a sweet Rose) and beside all those Honey dews which fallen upon the soul in the exercise of grace, in the Way to Heaven, (Thou meetest him that Rejoiceth and works righteousness, those that Remember thee in thy ways, Isaiah 64. 5.) There is also reserved in the highest heavens, that most perfect happiness, that most perfect tranquillity, that most perfect joy;
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Oh, I cannot express it, I cannot comprehend it. 1 Pet. 1. 3. He hath begotten us again unto a lively hope.
O, I cannot express it, I cannot comprehend it. 1 Pet. 1. 3. He hath begotten us again unto a lively hope.
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v. 4. To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you. Ponder the words;
v. 4. To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fades not away, reserved in heaven for you. Ponder the words;
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an inheritance, the best of possessions; incorruptible, the best of inheritances; undefiled, the best of incorruptibles; unfading, the best of undefileds;
an inheritance, the best of possessions; incorruptible, the best of inheritances; undefiled, the best of incorruptibles; unfading, the best of undefileds;
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and reserved in heaven, the best of unfadings:
and reserved in heaven, the best of unfadings:
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Nothing is so surely kept as that which is kept in heaven for us, and born unto all this,
Nothing is so surely kept as that which is kept in heaven for us, and born unto all this,
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and a lively hope of all this: Oh, what comfort! Oh, what joy comes out of all this!
and a lively hope of all this: O, what Comfort! O, what joy comes out of all this!
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If I had all the world, and lookt up towards heaven, but my heart should tell me, that goodly Canaan will never fall to thy portion;
If I had all the world, and looked up towards heaven, but my heart should tell me, that goodly Canaan will never fallen to thy portion;
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it would be now with me, as once with Ahab, who, though he enjoyed a Kingdome, yet was very sad, because the heavens were as Brass to him.
it would be now with me, as once with Ahab, who, though he enjoyed a Kingdom, yet was very sad, Because the heavens were as Brass to him.
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But in the midst of all distresses to look up to Heaven, to think of God,
But in the midst of all Distresses to look up to Heaven, to think of God,
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and the future Beatifical Vision, and upon infallible grounds, to say, that God is my Father, that Heaven is my inheritance, that place of Glory is my home, there shall I be shortly, there shall I be to eternity, I have the earnest of it, the pawn of it in my heart, the first fruits, &c. 2. Secondly, As to Christ: The converted condition cannot but be joyful, because the converted person hath. 1. A neer relation to Christ;
and the future Beatifical Vision, and upon infallible grounds, to say, that God is my Father, that Heaven is my inheritance, that place of Glory is my home, there shall I be shortly, there shall I be to eternity, I have the earnest of it, the pawn of it in my heart, the First fruits, etc. 2. Secondly, As to christ: The converted condition cannot but be joyful, Because the converted person hath. 1. A near Relation to christ;
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Bone of his Bone. 2. A singular propriety in Christ; my beloved is mine, &c. 3. An admirable revenue by Christ;
Bone of his Bone. 2. A singular propriety in christ; my Beloved is mine, etc. 3. an admirable revenue by christ;
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wonderful riches, of and by Christ all are yours, for ye are Christs. 4. He is bought by Christ, and reconciled by Christ,
wondered riches, of and by christ all Are yours, for you Are Christ. 4. He is bought by christ, and reconciled by christ,
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and loved by Christ, and discharged by Christ, and owned by Christ, and defended by Christ,
and loved by christ, and discharged by christ, and owned by christ, and defended by christ,
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and kept by Christ, and shall one day be saved by Christ. 3. As to Conscience: As a mans conscience is, so is his comfort or discomfort,
and kept by christ, and shall one day be saved by christ. 3. As to Conscience: As a men conscience is, so is his Comfort or discomfort,
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so is his joy or sorrow:
so is his joy or sorrow:
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One drop of an evil conscience (saith Luther) doth imbitter the whole Sea of worldly joy:
One drop of an evil conscience (Says Luther) does embitter the Whole Sea of worldly joy:
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an evil conscience is an hell in the brest, and in hell (said Latimer) there is no mirth:
an evil conscience is an hell in the breast, and in hell (said Latimer) there is no mirth:
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and on the contrary, a good conscience it is a kind of heaven;
and on the contrary, a good conscience it is a kind of heaven;
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one good word from it will sweeten all our miseries, and cause us to rejoyce under all sorrows.
one good word from it will sweeten all our misery's, and cause us to rejoice under all sorrows.
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Solomon saith it is a continual feast, it is the year of Jubilee; conscience speaks the truest joy,Solomon Says it is a continual feast, it is the year of Jubilee; conscience speaks the Truest joy,
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and the strongest joy, and the highest joy, and no man hath a good conscience but a good man:
and the Strongest joy, and the highest joy, and no man hath a good conscience but a good man:
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Conscience cannot speak peace till a man be converted;
Conscience cannot speak peace till a man be converted;
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and when he is converted, conscience hath then a commission and authority to look on the man,
and when he is converted, conscience hath then a commission and Authority to look on the man,
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and speak to the man as God doth.
and speak to the man as God does.
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When thou hearest of pardon of sins, Oh, saith conscience, hearken and be of good cheer, thats thy portion:
When thou Hearst of pardon of Sins, O, Says conscience, harken and be of good cheer, thats thy portion:
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when thou hearest of Jesus Christ, and of his sufferings, and of his satisfactions, and merits, hearken, saith conscience,
when thou Hearst of jesus christ, and of his sufferings, and of his satisfactions, and merits, harken, Says conscience,
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and take hold, for all this also is thy portion; when thou hearest the Covenant of Grace graciously explained, and all the glories in heaven;
and take hold, for all this also is thy portion; when thou Hearst the Covenant of Grace graciously explained, and all the Glories in heaven;
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Oh, saith conscience, all this also is thy portion: when thou art about to pray, and fears are intruding themselves;
O, Says conscience, all this also is thy portion: when thou art about to pray, and fears Are intruding themselves;
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do not fear, •aith conscience, thou art speaking to thy Father:
do not Fear, •aith conscience, thou art speaking to thy Father:
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when thou art about to dye, and tremblings are upon thee, do not doubt or tremble, saith conscience, thou art going to thy God:
when thou art about to die, and tremblings Are upon thee, do not doubt or tremble, Says conscience, thou art going to thy God:
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when Satan suggests thou hast nothing to do with the mercy-seat, what, such a sinner? thou hast, saith conscience;
when Satan suggests thou hast nothing to do with the mercy-seat, what, such a sinner? thou hast, Says conscience;
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when unbelief suggests, Christ will have nothing to do with thee, he will, saith conscience. Now, against all that hath been said;
when unbelief suggests, christ will have nothing to do with thee, he will, Says conscience. Now, against all that hath been said;
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it is objected, That the assertion of joy for a converted person cannot be true:
it is objected, That the assertion of joy for a converted person cannot be true:
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Because 1. No persons are so exposed to afflictions, and persecutions, and infamies as converted persons.
Because 1. No Persons Are so exposed to afflictions, and persecutions, and infamies as converted Persons.
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They are appointed to them, 1 Thes. 3. And they that will live godly in Christ Jesus, must suffer persecutions;
They Are appointed to them, 1 Thebes 3. And they that will live godly in christ jesus, must suffer persecutions;
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how can that condition be so very joyful, which may, and oftentimes doth deprive a man of all his comforts. 2. Conversion brings the person into a narrow path,
how can that condition be so very joyful, which may, and oftentimes does deprive a man of all his comforts. 2. Conversion brings the person into a narrow path,
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and under the straitest rules, even such as condemn, and cut off a world of pleasures, and delights;
and under the straitest rules, even such as condemn, and Cut off a world of pleasures, and delights;
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can that condition be very joyful which denies us the fruition of many joyes and delights. 3. Conversion breeds the deepest sense of sin,
can that condition be very joyful which Denies us the fruition of many Joys and delights. 3. Conversion breeds the Deepest sense of since,
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and the greatest mourning for sins: Nothing makes the heart more mournful then converting grace.
and the greatest mourning for Sins: Nothing makes the heart more mournful then converting grace.
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See Zach. 12. 10. Can that condition be so very joyful, which makes the heart so exceeding mournful? 4. We see no persons walk more uncomfortably then (at least) some converted persons:
See Zach 12. 10. Can that condition be so very joyful, which makes the heart so exceeding mournful? 4. We see no Persons walk more uncomfortably then (At least) Some converted Persons:
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Yet the estate is joyful, though the man is not alwayes so; God is a God of comfort, and they can pray for comfort;
Yet the estate is joyful, though the man is not always so; God is a God of Comfort, and they can pray for Comfort;
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comfort, O Lord, thy servants soul! But more fully.
Comfort, Oh Lord, thy Servants soul! But more Fully.
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Object. 1. No persons are so exposed to afflictions and persecutions as converted persons, and these do deprive us of joy and comfort. Object. 1. No Persons Are so exposed to afflictions and persecutions as converted Persons, and these do deprive us of joy and Comfort.
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To th•s I answer, 1. It is a truth that Conversion doth expose a person to most afflictions and persecutions;
To th•s I answer, 1. It is a truth that Conversion does expose a person to most afflictions and persecutions;
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Many are the afflictions of the righteous, saith David, Psal. 34. 19. All that will live godly in Christ Jesus, must suffer persecution, saith Paul, 2 Tim. 3. 12. Filii lucis, are Filii crucis, and Christianus is Crucianus (said Luther.) In the World you shall have troubles (said Christ to his Disciples) and the Disciple is not above his Master; Many Are the afflictions of the righteous, Says David, Psalm 34. 19. All that will live godly in christ jesus, must suffer persecution, Says Paul, 2 Tim. 3. 12. Sons lucis, Are Sons crucis, and Christian is Crucianus (said Luther.) In the World you shall have Troubles (said christ to his Disciples) and the Disciple is not above his Master;
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if the Master dyed upon the Cross, is it much that the Disciple take up the Cross? Nevertheless in the second place,
if the Master died upon the Cross, is it much that the Disciple take up the Cross? Nevertheless in the second place,
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as it was emblem'd in Reverend Hoopers Motto, There was a Lamb in a flaming Bush, with the Sun shining upon it;
as it was emblemed in Reverend Hoopers Motto, There was a Lamb in a flaming Bush, with the Sun shining upon it;
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or as it was with the three Children, though they were in a fiery Furnace, yet the Son of God walked with them, and preserved them:
or as it was with the three Children, though they were in a fiery Furnace, yet the Son of God walked with them, and preserved them:
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So, though converted persons meet with many afflictions, there is yet a spring of joy, a Sun of comfort open unto them; therefore heed me.
So, though converted Persons meet with many afflictions, there is yet a spring of joy, a Sun of Comfort open unto them; Therefore heed me.
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1. Afflictions and persecutions do only take away the Christians outward comforts: The Shell, not the Kernel;
1. Afflictions and persecutions do only take away the Christians outward comforts: The Shell, not the Kernel;
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the Case, not the Jewel (which neither make nor marr the joy and comfort of a converted person) they do not take away the true principles of comfort.
the Case, not the Jewel (which neither make nor mar the joy and Comfort of a converted person) they do not take away the true principles of Comfort.
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There are three sorts of comforts; Sensual; which are drawn out of our sinful lusts; Conversion is an enemy to these:
There Are three sorts of comforts; Sensual; which Are drawn out of our sinful Lustiest; Conversion is an enemy to these:
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Sensitive; which are drawn out of the creatures; affliction is an enemy to these:Sensitive; which Are drawn out of the creatures; affliction is an enemy to these:
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Spiritual, which are drawn out of the favour of God, the blood of Christ, the Testimony of a good conscience;Spiritual, which Are drawn out of the favour of God, the blood of christ, the Testimony of a good conscience;
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afflictions cannot hinder these, and only a sinful unconversion is an enemy to these: The Winter freezeth up the Ponds, but not the Ocean;
afflictions cannot hinder these, and only a sinful unconversion is an enemy to these: The Winter freezeth up the Ponds, but not the Ocean;
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the winds blow out the Candle, but not the Sun:
the winds blow out the Candle, but not the Sun:
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An Unconverted man may have an exemption from all outward Afflictions, and yet have no inward Joy;
an Unconverted man may have an exemption from all outward Afflictions, and yet have no inward Joy;
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for although he hath peace with men, yet he hath no peace with God;
for although he hath peace with men, yet he hath no peace with God;
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and although he hath no trouble upon his Estate, yet he may have terror upon his Conscience.
and although he hath no trouble upon his Estate, yet he may have terror upon his Conscience.
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But a Converted man, although he be compassed with outward Sorrows, nevertheless he hath inward Joy;
But a Converted man, although he be compassed with outward Sorrows, nevertheless he hath inward Joy;
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though all the Candles be blown out, yet I am Comforted as long as the Sun doth shine.
though all the Candles be blown out, yet I am Comforted as long as the Sun does shine.
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There are two sorts of evils; there are mala tristia, & mala turpia:
There Are two sorts of evils; there Are mala Tristia, & mala Turpia:
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afflictions are only Sorrowful evils as to ou• sense, they are not Sinful evils as to our conscience.
afflictions Are only Sorrowful evils as to ou• sense, they Are not Sinful evils as to our conscience.
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Now no evil is able to take away spiritual comfort, unless it be a sinfull evil;
Now no evil is able to take away spiritual Comfort, unless it be a sinful evil;
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I confess, that did a godly man look upon creature comforts as his bonum ultimum, as that which made him happy,
I confess, that did a godly man look upon creature comforts as his bonum ultimum, as that which made him happy,
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then afflictions would be inconsistent with his joy, he might well cry out, as Micah once, Ye have taken away my gods,
then afflictions would be inconsistent with his joy, he might well cry out, as micah once, You have taken away my God's,
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and what have I more? But he doth not so:and what have I more? But he does not so:
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It is not the Creature, but the Creator, which is the foundation of his Happiness and joy.
It is not the Creature, but the Creator, which is the Foundation of his Happiness and joy.
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A man may be Bad who hath them, and Good who wants them:
A man may be Bad who hath them, and Good who Wants them:
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If we had hope only in this life (saith the Apostle, 1 Cor. 15.) we were of all men the most miserable. If we had hope only in this life (Says the Apostle, 1 Cor. 15.) we were of all men the most miserable.
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I wish that you would or could give credit unto two things, one is, That that only makes the estate comfortable which denominates it to be good;
I wish that you would or could give credit unto two things, one is, That that only makes the estate comfortable which denominates it to be good;
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for nothing can be truly delightful, but what is truly good.
for nothing can be truly delightful, but what is truly good.
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The other is, That there is a greater power in the presence of the chiefest good to make the Soul joyful,
The other is, That there is a greater power in the presence of the chiefest good to make the Soul joyful,
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then there can be in the recess or absence of the least kind of good to make it uncomfortable.
then there can be in the recess or absence of the least kind of good to make it uncomfortable.
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Were Afflictions the greatest evils, and were Creatures the best good, then joy could not consist with afflictions;
Were Afflictions the greatest evils, and were Creatures the best good, then joy could not consist with afflictions;
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but God is the chiefest good, and the Christian enjoyes him under all afflictions as his inseparable good;
but God is the chiefest good, and the Christian enjoys him under all afflictions as his inseparable good;
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Ergo. 2. As Afflictions do not take off the Christians true joy, so the times of afflictions are oft times the most proper seasons for joy and comfort to his soul. Ergo. 2. As Afflictions do not take off the Christians true joy, so the times of afflictions Are oft times the most proper seasons for joy and Comfort to his soul.
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There are three seasons of special comforts which God is pleased to reserve for his servants, one is after great temptations, or to prepare against them;
There Are three seasons of special comforts which God is pleased to reserve for his Servants, one is After great temptations, or to prepare against them;
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as that Voice, This is my well beloved Son, came to Christ immediately before his temptation.
as that Voice, This is my well Beloved Son, Come to christ immediately before his temptation.
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The second is, after great Humiliations. God who comforts them that are cast down, saith Paul, 2 Cor. 7. 6. The Angel comforted Christ after his Agony;
The second is, After great Humiliations. God who comforts them that Are cast down, Says Paul, 2 Cor. 7. 6. The Angel comforted christ After his Agony;
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the Cordial comes after the Physick. The third is, before and under great afflictions and tryals:
the Cordial comes After the Physic. The third is, before and under great afflictions and trials:
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Paul was to appear before Nero, but first God appeared to him saying, Be of good cheer Paul.Paul was to appear before Nero, but First God appeared to him saying, Be of good cheer Paul.
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He is come, he is come, said the Martyr when he saw the stake; and Stephen saw heaven opened before he dyed.He is come, he is come, said the Martyr when he saw the stake; and Stephen saw heaven opened before he died.
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The comforts of heaven came into his heart just before the stones were thrown at him to dash out his brains. 2 Cor. 1. 3. Blessed be God,
The comforts of heaven Come into his heart just before the stones were thrown At him to dash out his brains. 2 Cor. 1. 3. Blessed be God,
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even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comforts, who comforteth us in all our tribulations;
even the Father of our Lord jesus christ, the Father of Mercies and God of all comforts, who comforts us in all our tribulations;
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for as our sufferings abound, so our Consolation aboundeth through Christ. for as our sufferings abound, so our Consolation Aboundeth through christ.
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Is not the night a season to light a Candle? and is not weakness the season to give a Cordial? and is not the winter a season to make a Fire? When doth or can the Christian more need the comforts of God,
Is not the night a season to Light a Candle? and is not weakness the season to give a Cordial? and is not the winter a season to make a Fire? When does or can the Christian more need the comforts of God,
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then when all comforts on earth do fail him? 3. As afflictions deprive not the Christian of the true principles of Joy, so neither can they hinder those principles in himself from acting in a way of comfort.
then when all comforts on earth do fail him? 3. As afflictions deprive not the Christian of the true principles of Joy, so neither can they hinder those principles in himself from acting in a Way of Comfort.
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There are two principles (especially) in the Christian which enable him to joy and comfort:
There Are two principles (especially) in the Christian which enable him to joy and Comfort:
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One is Faith: It is still Day, and never Night with Faith; the Star shines best in the night;
One is Faith: It is still Day, and never Night with Faith; the Star shines best in the night;
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(Believing ye rejoyced with joy unspeakable and full of Glory, 1 Pet. 1. 8.) Now Faith can act very comfortably in uncomfortable times;(Believing you rejoiced with joy unspeakable and full of Glory, 1 Pet. 1. 8.) Now Faith can act very comfortably in uncomfortable times;
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it can see the same God, with the same Love, and in the same Covenant, and in the same Relation, in Adversity as in Prosperity:
it can see the same God, with the same Love, and in the same Covenant, and in the same Relation, in Adversity as in Prosperity:
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Hab. 3. 17. Although the Fig-tree shall not blossome, &c. yet I will rejoyce in the Lord, &c. Rom. 5. 3. And not only so, but we glory in tribulation, &c. 1 Sam. 29. 6 the people spake of stoning him, but David encouraged himself in the Lord his God. Hab. 3. 17. Although the Fig tree shall not blossom, etc. yet I will rejoice in the Lord, etc. Rom. 5. 3. And not only so, but we glory in tribulation, etc. 1 Sam. 29. 6 the people spoke of stoning him, but David encouraged himself in the Lord his God.
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Rom. 8. 35. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? &c. If even in afflictions I can go unto the same armes of Christ,
Rom. 8. 35. Who shall separate us from the love of christ? etc. If even in afflictions I can go unto the same arms of christ,
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and unto the same brests of divine Love, and into the same chamber of Presence;
and unto the same breasts of divine Love, and into the same chamber of Presence;
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if I can look upon God as my God, and see him to be my Father, that I can make known my heart to him,
if I can look upon God as my God, and see him to be my Father, that I can make known my heart to him,
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and he can make known his favour to me, what should hinder me now to be joyful, who still do enjoy him who (alone) makes all my joy? Another is, the Testimony of Conscience: This is the Friend in adversity.
and he can make known his favour to me, what should hinder me now to be joyful, who still do enjoy him who (alone) makes all my joy? another is, the Testimony of Conscience: This is the Friend in adversity.
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This is our rejoycing, even the testimony of our Conscience, 2 Cor. 1. 12. Conscience is a mans night or day, his Hell or Heaven, his Palace of delight or Jail of bitterness:This is our rejoicing, even the testimony of our Conscience, 2 Cor. 1. 12. Conscience is a men night or day, his Hell or Heaven, his Palace of delight or Jail of bitterness:
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If Conscience be sanctified or pacified, it can speak a peace or joy that none can crush;
If Conscience be sanctified or pacified, it can speak a peace or joy that none can crush;
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none can hinder, but under the greatest afflictions and persecutions a converted man may and doth enjoy the testimony of a good Conscience:
none can hinder, but under the greatest afflictions and persecutions a converted man may and does enjoy the testimony of a good Conscience:
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Thou art upright, saith Conscience to Hezekiah on his sick-bed; Thou fearest God, saith Conscience to Job under the loss of all;Thou art upright, Says Conscience to Hezekiah on his sickbed; Thou Fearest God, Says Conscience to Job under the loss of all;
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Thou lovest Christ, saith Conscience to Paul, even in the Prison.Thou Lovest christ, Says Conscience to Paul, even in the Prison.
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Object. 2. Now to the second Objection, That converting Grace brings the person into a narrow path, Object. 2. Now to the second Objection, That converting Grace brings the person into a narrow path,
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and under the strictest rules, even such as condemn a multitude of joys and delights;
and under the Strictest rules, even such as condemn a multitude of Joys and delights;
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how can that condition be so joyfull, which denies and abridgeth, & c? Sol. To this I answer.
how can that condition be so joyful, which Denies and Abridges, & c? Sol. To this I answer.
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1. It is granted, That converting Grace brings the person into a very narrow path, and under very strict rules.
1. It is granted, That converting Grace brings the person into a very narrow path, and under very strict rules.
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A converted man must not walk as other men;
A converted man must not walk as other men;
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he must not allow himself to think, and desire, and love, and speak, and act as formerly:
he must not allow himself to think, and desire, and love, and speak, and act as formerly:
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He must fear to sin, he must love the Lord with all his heart, and with all his soul, and with all his might;
He must Fear to since, he must love the Lord with all his heart, and with all his soul, and with all his might;
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he must order his steps by the Word of God; he must deny himself, and crucifie his dearest lusts, and not shun the hardest duty,
he must order his steps by the Word of God; he must deny himself, and crucify his dearest Lustiest, and not shun the Hardest duty,
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nor delight in the least iniquity. 2. But then, This strictness is no adversary to his true joy.
nor delight in the least iniquity. 2. But then, This strictness is no adversary to his true joy.
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In keeping of thy commandments there is great reward, saith David, Psal. 19. 11. Great peace have they who love thy law, Psal. 119. 165. As many as walk according to this rule, peace be on them,
In keeping of thy Commandments there is great reward, Says David, Psalm 19. 11. Great peace have they who love thy law, Psalm 119. 165. As many as walk according to this Rule, peace be on them,
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and mercy upon the Israel of God, Gal. 6. 16. I beseech you to consider four things: 1. Let thine own Conscience judge,
and mercy upon the Israel of God, Gal. 6. 16. I beseech you to Consider four things: 1. Let thine own Conscience judge,
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whether it be not a more comfortable course to obey God, then to disobey God? to have grace to serve God acceptably,whither it be not a more comfortable course to obey God, then to disobey God? to have grace to serve God acceptably,
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then to have an heart still free and ready to dishonour and provoke God? Who hath most true comfort, the bones sound and in place,
then to have an heart still free and ready to dishonour and provoke God? Who hath most true Comfort, the bones found and in place,
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or broken? to walk on the Land, or to be troubled at Sea? the Child who runs away from his Father,
or broken? to walk on the Land, or to be troubled At Sea? the Child who runs away from his Father,
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or the Child who waits upon his Father? the Child that desires to please, or the Child that continues to grieve and vex? the wandring and famished Prodigal,
or the Child who waits upon his Father? the Child that Desires to please, or the Child that continues to grieve and vex? the wandering and famished Prodigal,
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or the returning and embraced Son. Hos. 2. 7. I will return to my first Husband;
or the returning and embraced Son. Hos. 2. 7. I will return to my First Husband;
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for then it was better with me then now. 2. Rightly understand what it is strictly to walk with God: for then it was better with me then now. 2. Rightly understand what it is strictly to walk with God:
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It is an endeavour in your affections and duties to draw near to God in all well-pleasing,
It is an endeavour in your affections and duties to draw near to God in all Well-pleasing,
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and to answer the will of God.
and to answer the will of God.
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The Christians course of obedience, it is his daily communion with his God in this life:
The Christians course of Obedience, it is his daily communion with his God in this life:
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When thou prayest, what is Praying, but a divine conference of the soul with God? and when thou hearest, what is this but a divine conference of God with the soul? and when thou repentest, what is that but a recovery and return of the soul to God? and when thou believest, what is that but the recumbency of the soul on the goodness of God? and when thou receivest the Sacrament, what is it,
When thou Prayest, what is Praying, but a divine conference of the soul with God? and when thou Hearst, what is this but a divine conference of God with the soul? and when thou Repentest, what is that but a recovery and return of the soul to God? and when thou Believest, what is that but the recumbency of the soul on the Goodness of God? and when thou receivest the Sacrament, what is it,
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but a communion, a feasting with Jesus Christ? If a strict walking be nothing but a divine and heavenly communion with God,
but a communion, a feasting with jesus christ? If a strict walking be nothing but a divine and heavenly communion with God,
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why doest thou, how darest thou to judge of it as the onely Bar to shut out all joy and comfort? Was there ever any affectionate Wife, that thought it an injury to her Joy to speak with her Husband,
why dost thou, how Darest thou to judge of it as the only Bar to shut out all joy and Comfort? Was there ever any affectionate Wife, that Thought it an injury to her Joy to speak with her Husband,
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or to enjoy the society of her Husband? Was there ever any faithfull Friend, who thought it a misery, a burthen to enjoy the society of his Friends, to open his heart unto his Friend? How then can it be a prejudice to any mans joy, to enjoy communion with his God? 3. Consult with experience, which hath travelled in the strict ways of God;
or to enjoy the society of her Husband? Was there ever any faithful Friend, who Thought it a misery, a burden to enjoy the society of his Friends, to open his heart unto his Friend? How then can it be a prejudice to any men joy, to enjoy communion with his God? 3. Consult with experience, which hath traveled in the strict ways of God;
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either thine own experience, (if any,) which day of thy life hath been closed up with heartiest joy? whether the day of licentiousness,
either thine own experience, (if any,) which day of thy life hath been closed up with heartiest joy? whither the day of licentiousness,
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or the day of strictness? That day which thou hast let out to thy lusts, hath made the night a trembling to thee;
or the day of strictness? That day which thou hast let out to thy Lustiest, hath made the night a trembling to thee;
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that day which thou hast redeemed for walking with God, hath always given unto thee the sweetest rest and repose at night: The experience of godly people;
that day which thou hast redeemed for walking with God, hath always given unto thee the Sweetest rest and repose At night: The experience of godly people;
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have any of them ever found more soul rejoycing then when they have abounded in strictest obedience? This is thy burthen, but it is their delight;
have any of them ever found more soul rejoicing then when they have abounded in Strictest Obedience? This is thy burden, but it is their delight;
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the purest walking hath distilled the sweetest joy, and their looser walking hath been the cause of their greatest sorrows.
the Purest walking hath distilled the Sweetest joy, and their looser walking hath been the cause of their greatest sorrows.
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It is with a strict Christian as with the Sun, which still keeps to the Ecliptique Line,
It is with a strict Christian as with the Sun, which still keeps to the Ecliptic Line,
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and is of all the Stars the most glorious and comfortable when it is at the highest;
and is of all the Stars the most glorious and comfortable when it is At the highest;
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and the higher Sun, the purer and warmer light:
and the higher Sun, the Purer and warmer Light:
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And it is with the loose Christian as with the uneven foot, the wry stepping is the cause of unjoynting,
And it is with the lose Christian as with the uneven foot, the wry stepping is the cause of unjointing,
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or pinching and paining. 4. The strict walking, what is it but a path to everlasting life? every step of it is a step to heaven.
or pinching and paining. 4. The strict walking, what is it but a path to everlasting life? every step of it is a step to heaven.
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Strait is the gate which leads unto life, saith Christ:Strait is the gate which leads unto life, Says christ:
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There is an easie way for men to walk in, but thats the way to hell,
There is an easy Way for men to walk in, but thats the Way to hell,
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and what comfort is it, after all to go to hell, to go to hell with ease.
and what Comfort is it, After all to go to hell, to go to hell with ease.
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There is a strict way for men to walk in, but it is the way to life, to eternal life:
There is a strict Way for men to walk in, but it is the Way to life, to Eternal life:
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Now even that alone is sufficient to create joy, that these steps after a while will bring me to appear before the God of Gods in Sion;
Now even that alone is sufficient to create joy, that these steps After a while will bring me to appear before the God of God's in Sion;
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and truly, there is no end whatsoever, the which if it be (in it self) amiable and comfortable,
and truly, there is no end whatsoever, the which if it be (in it self) amiable and comfortable,
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but it darts also an amiableness and comfortableness upon all the steps and paths which tend unto it.
but it darts also an amiableness and comfortableness upon all the steps and paths which tend unto it.
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3. Lastly, Converting Grace doth not condemn or deny any lawfull joy and comfort: It doth onely two things;
3. Lastly, Converting Grace does not condemn or deny any lawful joy and Comfort: It does only two things;
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1. It absolutely condemns and abridgeth the soul of man of all sinfull joys, of joys and delights which arise from his sinfull lusts and ways;
1. It absolutely condemns and Abridges the soul of man of all sinful Joys, of Joys and delights which arise from his sinful Lustiest and ways;
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and is it not the great goodness of God, to deny us leave to drink cups of poison,
and is it not the great Goodness of God, to deny us leave to drink cups of poison,
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and glasses of hell? Or is it possible that any Christian should to thee, that sin should be thy delight, which is a departing of the poor soul from God, which is an incensing of the wrath of God, which was such a dreadfull burthen to Jesus Christ, which puts the soul under the wrath and curse of God;
and glasses of hell? Or is it possible that any Christian should to thee, that since should be thy delight, which is a departing of the poor soul from God, which is an incensing of the wrath of God, which was such a dreadful burden to jesus christ, which puts the soul under the wrath and curse of God;
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one act whereof must cost more then all the world is worth to pardon it. 2. It doth onely order our outward lawfull joys and delights,
one act whereof must cost more then all the world is worth to pardon it. 2. It does only order our outward lawful Joys and delights,
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for the seasons, for the measures, for other circumstances; so that they may be our sauce, not our food;
for the seasons, for the measures, for other Circumstances; so that they may be our sauce, not our food;
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our helps to Godliness, not damps thereto:
our helps to Godliness, not damps thereto:
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It is but the Bridle on the Horse, the Pale for the Garden, the Finger on the Dial. Conversion abridgeth us of no delight,
It is but the Bridle on the Horse, the Pale for the Garden, the Finger on the Dial. Conversion Abridges us of no delight,
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but of that which to want is a true delight; and so orders the rest, that you may not lose delight.
but of that which to want is a true delight; and so order the rest, that you may not loose delight.
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Object. 3. Conversion breeds the quickest sense of sin, and the deepest mourning for sin, yea, a continual mourning for sin, makes the clouds to drop, never mournfull till converted; Object. 3. Conversion breeds the quickest sense of since, and the Deepest mourning for since, yea, a continual mourning for since, makes the Clouds to drop, never mournful till converted;
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and can that condition be so joyfull which makes the heart so mournfull?
and can that condition be so joyful which makes the heart so mournful?
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To this I answer, 1. It is certain, that true grace 1. doth make the clearest discovery of sin: 2. It yields the tenderest sense of sin, (for it takes away the heart of stone,
To this I answer, 1. It is certain, that true grace 1. does make the Clearest discovery of since: 2. It yields the Tenderest sense of since, (for it Takes away the heart of stone,
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and gives an heart of flesh,) and nothing makes the heart more mournfull, then true grace.
and gives an heart of Flesh,) and nothing makes the heart more mournful, then true grace.
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2. But then know, that mourning for sin and joy in the heart are no way inconsistent.
2. But then know, that mourning for since and joy in the heart Are no Way inconsistent.
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Isai 12. 3. With joy shall ye draw water out of the wells of salvation. Three things I would grant, 1. That love of sin and true joy are inconsistent;
Isaiah 12. 3. With joy shall you draw water out of the wells of salvation. Three things I would grant, 1. That love of since and true joy Are inconsistent;
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2. Worldly sorrow and spiritual joy are inconsistent; 3. That terrour for sin and joy of heart are inconsistent;
2. Worldly sorrow and spiritual joy Are inconsistent; 3. That terror for since and joy of heart Are inconsistent;
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Legal terrour and Evangelical joy are so, but Evangelical sorrow and Evangelical joy are not so;
Legal terror and Evangelical joy Are so, but Evangelical sorrow and Evangelical joy Are not so;
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for as one grace is consistent with another grace, so one heavenly affection is consistent with another heavenly affection.
for as one grace is consistent with Another grace, so one heavenly affection is consistent with Another heavenly affection.
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And there are three things which (to me) fully convince, That Evangelical mourning is consistent with Spiritual joy:
And there Are three things which (to me) Fully convince, That Evangelical mourning is consistent with Spiritual joy:
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One is, That such a mourning is but a drop out of the eye of faith;
One is, That such a mourning is but a drop out of the eye of faith;
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They shall look upon him whom they have pierced, and mourn, Zach. 12. 10. and certainly, nothing comes from faith, but what is comfortable;They shall look upon him whom they have pierced, and mourn, Zach 12. 10. and Certainly, nothing comes from faith, but what is comfortable;
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all is Gospel that Faith trades in.
all is Gospel that Faith trades in.
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Another is, That the mourning heart is a renewed heart, and verily the gracious heart is a joyous heart.
another is, That the mourning heart is a renewed heart, and verily the gracious heart is a joyous heart.
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The third is, That the mourning sinner is a pardoned sinner:
The third is, That the mourning sinner is a pardoned sinner:
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(Cum intueor flentem, sentis ignoscibilem,) if the fountain of sorrow be set open in the heart, the fountain of mercy is set open in heaven, Zach. 12. 10. compared with chap. 13. 1. Yea let me add to this also three experiences: 1. One is this, That the Christian is never more sad and mournfull, (Cum intueor flentem, Sentis ignoscibilem,) if the fountain of sorrow be Set open in the heart, the fountain of mercy is Set open in heaven, Zach 12. 10. compared with chap. 13. 1. Yea let me add to this also three experiences: 1. One is this, That the Christian is never more sad and mournful,
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then when he feels his heart least mournfull: He is then cast down;then when he feels his heart least mournful: He is then cast down;
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O (saith he) into what a condition am I brought? I was wont to find a tender, sensible mourning spirit;
Oh (Says he) into what a condition am I brought? I was wont to find a tender, sensible mourning Spirit;
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but me thinks now my heart is grown hard again:
but me thinks now my heart is grown hard again:
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O Lord, why am I now hardened from thy fear? And the man never gives over with God and himself,
Oh Lord, why am I now hardened from thy Fear? And the man never gives over with God and himself,
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until tenderness be renewed in his heart again. 2. That the Christian is never more joyfull,
until tenderness be renewed in his heart again. 2. That the Christian is never more joyful,
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then when he is most mournfull: Blessed are they that sow besides all Waters, saith the Prophet.then when he is most mournful: Blessed Are they that sow beside all Waters, Says the Prophet.
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Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted, saith Christ.Blessed Are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted, Says christ.
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They that sow in tears shall reap in joy, saith David. Godly sorrow is the Water that is turned into Wine;They that sow in tears shall reap in joy, Says David. Godly sorrow is the Water that is turned into Wine;
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One drop of a guilty Conscience is able to turn all our Joyes into Bitterness, and one drop of godly sorrow is able to turn all our bitterness into joy.
One drop of a guilty Conscience is able to turn all our Joys into Bitterness, and one drop of godly sorrow is able to turn all our bitterness into joy.
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I rejoyce, saith Paul, that I made you sorry; I rejoice, Says Paul, that I made you sorry;
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what cause then had they to rejoyce who were sorry? sorry after a godly sort;
what cause then had they to rejoice who were sorry? sorry After a godly sort;
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sorry with a sorrow that bred repentance unto salvation, never to be repented of. 3. That the Christian is never more mournful then when he is most joyful:
sorry with a sorrow that bred Repentance unto salvation, never to be repented of. 3. That the Christian is never more mournful then when he is most joyful:
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The time of a Christians highest joy, is the time of his greatest assurance: Sealing and assuring times are the soulraising and reviving times.
The time of a Christians highest joy, is the time of his greatest assurance: Sealing and assuring times Are the soulraising and reviving times.
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And the times of greatest assurance, are the times of our greatest mournings:
And the times of greatest assurance, Are the times of our greatest mournings:
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The more manifestation of Gods Love, and the more assurance of Gods Mercy, do ever cause in the heart more Humility and more sorrow;
The more manifestation of God's Love, and the more assurance of God's Mercy, do ever cause in the heart more Humility and more sorrow;
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here is now the greatest joy for mercy, and here is now the greatest mourning for sinning against mercy.
Here is now the greatest joy for mercy, and Here is now the greatest mourning for sinning against mercy.
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Object. 4. We see no persons to walk more sadly and more uncomfortably then (at least) many do who are converted persons, Ergo. To this give me favour to answer more fully: 1. This is a False Charge, and a very unjust Cal•mny: Object. 4. We see no Persons to walk more sadly and more uncomfortably then (At least) many doe who Are converted Persons, Ergo. To this give me favour to answer more Fully: 1. This is a False Charge, and a very unjust Cal•mny:
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take the divisions of the sons of men according to the diversity of their spiritual conditions, compare men with men, according unto them,
take the divisions of the Sons of men according to the diversity of their spiritual conditions, compare men with men, according unto them,
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and I dare confidently affirm, That no condition is more dreadfully sad then the condition of men Unconverted;
and I Dare confidently affirm, That no condition is more dreadfully sad then the condition of men Unconverted;
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and no condition is more comfortably cheerful, then the condition of men truly Converted; let's a while peruse the phrases and instances of such.
and no condition is more comfortably cheerful, then the condition of men truly Converted; let's a while peruse the phrases and instances of such.
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Me thinks the terrible passages in Scripture may abundantly convince us of the dreadfulness of an Unconverted and wicked person, Isa. 57. 20. The wicked are like the raging sea that cannot rest, whose waters cast up mire and dirt.
Me thinks the terrible passages in Scripture may abundantly convince us of the dreadfulness of an Unconverted and wicked person, Isaiah 57. 20. The wicked Are like the raging sea that cannot rest, whose waters cast up mire and dirt.
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ver. 21. There is no peace, saith my God, to the wicked. Job 20. 16, 17, 23, 24, 25. there Zophar sets him out:
ver. 21. There is no peace, Says my God, to the wicked. Job 20. 16, 17, 23, 24, 25. there Zophar sets him out:
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He shall suck the gall of Asps, and the Vipers tongue shall slay him. He shall not see the Rivers, nor the floods and streams of Honey and Butter. He shall suck the Gall of Asps, and the Vipers tongue shall slay him. He shall not see the rivers, nor the floods and streams of Honey and Butter.
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When he is about to fill his belly, God shall send upon him the fierceness of his wrath,
When he is about to fill his belly, God shall send upon him the fierceness of his wrath,
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and shall cause it to rain upon him.
and shall cause it to rain upon him.
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The bow of Steel shall strike him through, the glistring sword cometh out of his gall, terrors are upon him. The bow of Steel shall strike him through, the glistering sword comes out of his Gall, terrors Are upon him.
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Psal. 11. 6. Ʋpon the wicked he shall rain snares, fire and brimstone, and an horrible tempest;
Psalm 11. 6. Ʋpon the wicked he shall rain snares, fire and brimstone, and an horrible tempest;
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this shalt be the portion of their cup. this shalt be the portion of their cup.
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Again, did you ever read of any one godly and converted person who fell into that horrible despair as Cain or Judas did? But take the hardest agonies incident to true converts, they are 1. rather fears then horrours; 2. rather doubts then despairs;
Again, did you ever read of any one godly and converted person who fell into that horrible despair as Cain or Judas did? But take the Hardest agonies incident to true converts, they Are 1. rather fears then horrors; 2. rather doubts then despairs;
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3. effects of a mistaking Conscience, then a rightly condemning Conscience; 4. They can look towards the Promises, as Jonah did in the deeps towards God;
3. effects of a mistaking Conscience, then a rightly condemning Conscience; 4. They can look towards the Promises, as Jonah did in the deeps towards God;
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5. Faith doth doth act for relief, and will hold some communion with God; 6. They are abated by the Ordinances;
5. Faith does does act for relief, and will hold Some communion with God; 6. They Are abated by the Ordinances;
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7. They are but for a time;
7. They Are but for a time;
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8. They end in fullest setling and glorious comforts, and likewise with advantage to their gracious condition.
8. They end in Fullest settling and glorious comforts, and likewise with advantage to their gracious condition.
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And truly, it is impossible that wicked and ungodly men should ever enjoy that serenity and peace as the godly do,
And truly, it is impossible that wicked and ungodly men should ever enjoy that serenity and peace as the godly doe,
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for as much as all the principles and causes of uncomfortableness abide on the wicked. 1. Sin is in them in all its strength:
for as much as all the principles and Causes of uncomfortableness abide on the wicked. 1. since is in them in all its strength:
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They have a thousand hells and arrows of guilt sticking in their hearts;
They have a thousand Hells and arrows of guilt sticking in their hearts;
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they have souls full of plague sores, the deadly strokes of death, the restless motions of evil spirits. 2. They carry a roaring Lion in their brests;
they have Souls full of plague sores, the deadly Strokes of death, the restless motions of evil spirits. 2. They carry a roaring lion in their breasts;
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I mean, an evil, accusing, smiting, wounding, racking, condemning Conscience;
I mean, an evil, accusing, smiting, wounding, racking, condemning Conscience;
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which if it once awake, it will tear the caul of their hearts, and crush them with the flames of unavoidable, unsupportable and continual wrath. 3. They have no City of Refuge open to their succour, no land or shore, no place to cast anchor, no portion in Christ;
which if it once awake, it will tear the caul of their hearts, and crush them with the flames of unavoidable, unsupportable and continual wrath. 3. They have no city of Refuge open to their succour, no land or shore, no place to cast anchor, no portion in christ;
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and therefore the Law of God stands in full force against their souls, and under its curse they lie,
and Therefore the Law of God Stands in full force against their Souls, and under its curse they lie,
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and at that Bar of Justice must they be tried. 4. They end in an éternal and perfect Hell.
and At that Bar of justice must they be tried. 4. They end in an éternal and perfect Hell.
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5. Take them at their best, God is their Enemy, (they never yet made peace with him,) and all their outward blessings are steeped in gall, and drenched in Wormwood;
5. Take them At their best, God is their Enemy, (they never yet made peace with him,) and all their outward blessings Are steeped in Gall, and drenched in Wormwood;
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as their sorrows, so their blessings are distributed in wrath.
as their sorrows, so their blessings Are distributed in wrath.
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2. Many converted persons are not really sad and uncomfortable, but onely seem so to the mean and childish opinions of vain men, 2 Cor. 6. 10. As sorrowfull, yet always rejoycing.
2. Many converted Persons Are not really sad and uncomfortable, but only seem so to the mean and childish opinions of vain men, 2 Cor. 6. 10. As sorrowful, yet always rejoicing.
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The joy of Christians is an hidden joy, (Hidden Manna, Revel. 2. 20.) it is a spiritual joy to which thou art a stranger, meat to eat which thou knowest not of.
The joy of Christians is an hidden joy, (Hidden Manna, Revel. 2. 20.) it is a spiritual joy to which thou art a stranger, meat to eat which thou Knowest not of.
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Suppose that thou rejoycest not in a fine Baby, and a Toy, which is a Childs great delight, art thou therefore sad? All objects yield not contentment to an high mind,
Suppose that thou Rejoicest not in a fine Baby, and a Toy, which is a Child's great delight, art thou Therefore sad? All objects yield not contentment to an high mind,
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nor joy to a good man;
nor joy to a good man;
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he cannot take pleasure in an Alehouse and Tavern, in swaggering and masking, in dicing and carding, and swearing, and whoring;
he cannot take pleasure in an Alehouse and Tavern, in swaggering and masking, in dicing and carding, and swearing, and whoring;
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but yet he can take delight in a reconciled God, in a Christ, in the Word of God, in praying to God, in gracious returnes from God, in expectation of the Glory of God.
but yet he can take delight in a reconciled God, in a christ, in the Word of God, in praying to God, in gracious returns from God, in expectation of the Glory of God.
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A swine delights in mire, but a man doth not.
A Swine delights in mire, but a man does not.
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The Moon is oft times dark to the world, when yet that part which faceth to the Sun is beautiful and lightsome:
The Moon is oft times dark to the world, when yet that part which faceth to the Sun is beautiful and lightsome:
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The countenance and carriage of a Christian, as to the world, seems dull and uncomfortable,
The countenance and carriage of a Christian, as to the world, seems dull and uncomfortable,
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but if you could look into the heart of him (which faceth towards heaven) O there is Righteousness, there is Peace, there is Joy in the Holy Ghost!
but if you could look into the heart of him (which faceth towards heaven) Oh there is Righteousness, there is Peace, there is Joy in the Holy Ghost!
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3. If any converted persons be sad, and want actual joy and comfort, yet their Conversion is not the cause thereof.
3. If any converted Persons be sad, and want actual joy and Comfort, yet their Conversion is not the cause thereof.
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Can the Sun be any cause of darkness? But, amongst others, these are the Causes of it;
Can the Sun be any cause of darkness? But, among Others, these Are the Causes of it;
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Either 1. Thy unconversion. It is the unconverted husband, child, master, which makes sadness in the heart of the converted wife, father, &c. It is thy drunkenness, thy cursing and swearing, thy scorning and sco••ing, thy resisting and shifting the offers of Grace, thy lying and slandering, thy pride and loosness which makes the hearts of Ministers ready to break,
Either 1. Thy unconversion. It is the unconverted husband, child, master, which makes sadness in the heart of the converted wife, father, etc. It is thy Drunkenness, thy cursing and swearing, thy scorning and sco••ing, thy resisting and shifting the offers of Grace, thy lying and slandering, thy pride and looseness which makes the hearts of Ministers ready to break,
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and the hearts of thy godly friends ready to sink in them: O they tremble at thy condition, and they grieve to see God so extremely dishonoured.
and the hearts of thy godly Friends ready to sink in them: Oh they tremble At thy condition, and they grieve to see God so extremely dishonoured.
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Psal. 119. 136. Rivers of tears run down mine eyes, because they keep not thy Law.
Psalm 119. 136. rivers of tears run down mine eyes, Because they keep not thy Law.
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ver. 158. I beheld the transgressors and was grieved, because they kept not thy Word.
ver. 158. I beheld the transgressors and was grieved, Because they kept not thy Word.
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2 Pet. 2. 7, 8. The wicked deeds of the ungodly Sodomites vexed the soul of righteous Lot.
2 Pet. 2. 7, 8. The wicked Deeds of the ungodly Sodomites vexed the soul of righteous Lot.
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Luke 19. 41. It was Jerusalems proud obstinacy, that would not know in her day the things which concerned her peace, that made Jesus Christ to weep. 2. Their Captivities to sin.
Luke 19. 41. It was Jerusalems proud obstinacy, that would not know in her day the things which concerned her peace, that made jesus christ to weep. 2. Their Captivities to since.
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Pauls conversion did never trouble him, but this did trouble him, that he did the evil which he would not; his Corruption, not Conversion;Paul's conversion did never trouble him, but this did trouble him, that he did the evil which he would not; his Corruption, not Conversion;
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That the Law of his members led him captive against the Law of his mind. That the Law of his members led him captive against the Law of his mind.
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It was not Peters Conversion, but Peters transgression, that made him go forth and weep bitterly.
It was not Peter's Conversion, but Peter's Transgression, that made him go forth and weep bitterly.
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It was not Davids Conversion, but Davids great sinning, which made him go so heavily,
It was not Davids Conversion, but Davids great sinning, which made him go so heavily,
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and ro•r so greatly, Psal. 32. 3. The Fears and Suspitions that they are not yet truly converted.
and ro•r so greatly, Psalm 32. 3. The Fears and Suspicions that they Are not yet truly converted.
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O wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from this body of death! Oh wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from this body of death!
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O they feel so many working Corruptions still, and so little of the strength of Christ still,
Oh they feel so many working Corruptions still, and so little of the strength of christ still,
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and so much unbelief still, and so many indispositions still, and so many failings still, and so many doubts about these;
and so much unbelief still, and so many indispositions still, and so many failings still, and so many doubts about these;
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This •race is not right, the saving Work is not begun;
This •race is not right, the Saving Work is not begun;
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and these things make them •o sigh, and weep, and go heavily all the day long. 4. They are but newly crept out of the shell:
and these things make them •o sighs, and weep, and go heavily all the day long. 4. They Are but newly crept out of the shell:
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The Spirit of Bondage is yet hardly worn off, some legal Dints stick on them: they are either still in travel, or but newly delivered;
The Spirit of Bondage is yet hardly worn off, Some Legal Dints stick on them: they Are either still in travel, or but newly Delivered;
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Or if they be got out of the state of Bondage, yet they are for the present under spiritual conflicts;
Or if they be god out of the state of Bondage, yet they Are for the present under spiritual conflicts;
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and as spiritual Bondage before Conversion, so spiritual conflicts after conversion suspends the taste of a present and actual joy:
and as spiritual Bondage before Conversion, so spiritual conflicts After conversion suspends the taste of a present and actual joy:
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Or if that be not the damp, then perhaps it is some ignorance or unexperience;
Or if that be not the damp, then perhaps it is Some ignorance or unexperience;
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they are not yet come to read their Fathers Will and Christs Testament, what portion is left and laid out for the Children of God:
they Are not yet come to read their Father's Will and Christ Testament, what portion is left and laid out for the Children of God:
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Or if that be not it, then perhaps it is a present fit of unbelief, they cannot yet be perswaded that God means so much mercy,
Or if that be not it, then perhaps it is a present fit of unbelief, they cannot yet be persuaded that God means so much mercy,
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and so much love, and so many great things for them.
and so much love, and so many great things for them.
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Is it so, That •onversion brings the person into a very joyful condition? Hence then 1. We may be Informed of four things,
Is it so, That •onversion brings the person into a very joyful condition? Hence then 1. We may be Informed of four things,
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1. That they are enemies to their joy and comfort, who are adversaries to their Conversion. Prov. 1. 22. How long ye simple ones will ye love simplicity,
1. That they Are enemies to their joy and Comfort, who Are Adversaries to their Conversion. Curae 1. 22. How long you simple ones will you love simplicity,
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and ye Scorners delight in scorning, and fools hate knowledg? Six things shew one to be in an unconverted condition;and the Scorner's delight in scorning, and Fools hate knowledge? Six things show one to be in an unconverted condition;
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Unsensibleness, Love of sin, Path of evil, hatred of Reformation, despising the Means of Conversion, loathing of Converted-Persons.
Unsensibleness, Love of since, Path of evil, hatred of Reformation, despising the Means of Conversion, loathing of Converted-Persons.
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There are some persons who hate to be reformed, who hold fast their ••ns, and will not let them go;
There Are Some Persons who hate to be reformed, who hold fast their ••ns, and will not let them go;
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they are like those stiff-necked Jewes, who alwayes resisted the Holy Ghost;
they Are like those Stiffnecked Jews, who always resisted the Holy Ghost;
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a disobedient people to the Call of God, they refuse to put their necks into the yoak of Jesus Christ,
a disobedient people to the Call of God, they refuse to put their necks into the yoke of jesus christ,
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and will not be bound with his cords; They love their sinful wayes, and will not return to the Almighty: Why!
and will not be bound with his cords; They love their sinful ways, and will not return to the Almighty: Why!
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Write that man childless, said God of Coniah; So I say of these men, Write them comfortless:Write that man childless, said God of Coniah; So I say of these men, Write them comfortless:
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Will the Lord lye for you? Or will he misplace his hands for you? Peace is the effect of righteousness,
Will the Lord lie for you? Or will he misplace his hands for you? Peace is the Effect of righteousness,
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and Joy is the fruit of Conversion.
and Joy is the fruit of Conversion.
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And shalt thou have pleasure, who takest pleasure in unrighteousness? Shalt thou know the wayes of Peace, who wilt not know the path of Holiness? Did ever God smile on him who hated God? Or clasp him with joy, who despised his grace with hatred? Go enquire and search all the Springs of joy,
And shalt thou have pleasure, who Takest pleasure in unrighteousness? Shalt thou know the ways of Peace, who wilt not know the path of Holiness? Did ever God smile on him who hated God? Or clasp him with joy, who despised his grace with hatred? Go inquire and search all the Springs of joy,
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and knock at all the Gates of pleasure, dilig•ntly ask, What of delight they contain for thee? Knock at the mercy-seat, which is the Gate of God, and ask;
and knock At all the Gates of pleasure, dilig•ntly ask, What of delight they contain for thee? Knock At the mercy-seat, which is the Gate of God, and ask;
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Lord, hast thou not joy for one who will go on in his sins, and will not return unto thee? No (saith God) not any;
Lord, hast thou not joy for one who will go on in his Sins, and will not return unto thee? No (Says God) not any;
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but he who •orsakes his sins shall have mercy, and he who hardens his heart shall fall into mischief, Prov. 28. 13, 14. Knock at the Gospel, which is the gate of Christ, and ask;but he who •orsakes his Sins shall have mercy, and he who hardens his heart shall fallen into mischief, Curae 28. 13, 14. Knock At the Gospel, which is the gate of christ, and ask;
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Blessed Jesu, hast thou no word of comfort for him who resists thy spirit, and will not come in unto thee? No not I (saith Christ) not any;
Blessed Jesu, hast thou no word of Comfort for him who resists thy Spirit, and will not come in unto thee? No not I (Says christ) not any;
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thou despisest the goodness of God, and by thy impenitency and hardness, treasurest unto thy self wrath against the day of wrath.
thou Despisest the Goodness of God, and by thy impenitency and hardness, treasurest unto thy self wrath against the day of wrath.
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Knock at conscience, which is the gate of thine own soul, and ask;
Knock At conscience, which is the gate of thine own soul, and ask;
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O conscience, h•st thou not a word of peace to speak to one who loves his sins,
Oh conscience, h•st thou not a word of peace to speak to one who loves his Sins,
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and is an enemy to God and godliness? Who, I, saith conscience! not I;
and is an enemy to God and godliness? Who, I, Says conscience! not I;
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thou art an enemy of righteousness, and in the gall of bitterness, and except thou repent, thou shalt certainly perish.
thou art an enemy of righteousness, and in the Gall of bitterness, and except thou Repent, thou shalt Certainly perish.
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Knock at the Scriptures, which are the Gate of truth, and ask;
Knock At the Scriptures, which Are the Gate of truth, and ask;
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May not the wicked and unconverted person suck at the brests of your consolation? are not th•se wells of salvation open for me to draw joy and comfort out of? Oh no, say the promises, we are childrens bread, and legacies for sons;
May not the wicked and unconverted person suck At the breasts of your consolation? Are not th•se wells of salvation open for me to draw joy and Comfort out of? O no, say the promises, we Are Children's bred, and legacies for Sons;
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if thou be a believer, we are a Fountain opened for thee; if thou be an unbeliever, we are a Fountain sealed against thee.
if thou be a believer, we Are a Fountain opened for thee; if thou be an unbeliever, we Are a Fountain sealed against thee.
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Knock at the Creatures, which are the Gate of Providence, and ask;
Knock At the Creatures, which Are the Gate of Providence, and ask;
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Have ye no Commission of Comfort for one who cares not to remember his Creator? O no, say all the Creatures,
Have you no Commission of Comfort for one who Cares not to Remember his Creator? O no, say all the Creatures,
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Sin long ago hath cast thee out of Paradise, and turned the earth into a curse,
since long ago hath cast thee out of Paradise, and turned the earth into a curse,
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and thy blessings are cursed, and thy sinnings do poison all the flowers in our Garden unto thee.
and thy blessings Are cursed, and thy sinnings do poison all the flowers in our Garden unto thee.
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Nay, Knock at thy very Sins, which are the Gate of Hell, and ask them;
Nay, Knock At thy very Sins, which Are the Gate of Hell, and ask them;
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Ye of all other are my dearest friends, and choicest masters, and have ye no Joyes and Comforts for me? O yes, say they, we have,
You of all other Are my dearest Friends, and Choicest Masters, and have you no Joys and Comforts for me? O yes, say they, we have,
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but they are forbidden fruit, but they are pleasures of sin for a season, but they will end in everlasting torments and sorrow.
but they Are forbidden fruit, but they Are pleasures of since for a season, but they will end in everlasting torments and sorrow.
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Thus is every wicked and unconverted man in Cains condition, who cryed out, Behold, thou hast driven me out this day from the face of the earth,
Thus is every wicked and unconverted man in Cains condition, who cried out, Behold, thou hast driven me out this day from the face of the earth,
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and from thy face shall I be hid, and I shall be a fugitive and a vagabond in the earth, Gen. 4. 14. 2. That they are enemies and slanderers of the goodness and sweetness of the wayes of God, who load the estate of Conversion with all the ignominious reproaches of sadness and heaviness; and from thy face shall I be hid, and I shall be a fugitive and a vagabond in the earth, Gen. 4. 14. 2. That they Are enemies and slanderers of the Goodness and sweetness of the ways of God, who load the estate of Conversion with all the ignominious Reproaches of sadness and heaviness;
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and mopishness, and melancholy, and bitterness, and grave of all joy and pleasure:
and Mopishness, and melancholy, and bitterness, and grave of all joy and pleasure:
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As the Spies of old traduced the good and pleasant land of Ca•aan, which abounded with milk and hony, O it was a land that did eat up the Inhabitants thereof;
As the Spies of old traduced the good and pleasant land of Ca•aan, which abounded with milk and honey, Oh it was a land that did eat up the Inhabitants thereof;
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But as God spake once to Aaron and Miriam, How were ye not afraid to speak against my servant Moses? so I to these;
But as God spoke once to Aaron and Miriam, How were you not afraid to speak against my servant Moses? so I to these;
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How are ye not afraid to reproach the wayes of the living God? Is not God the God of comfort? Is not Christ the consolation of Israel? Is not the Holy Ghost the comforter? are not the Scriptures written for our consolation? are not the Promises the breasts of Consolation? are not all the pathes of Wisdome pathes of pleasantness? are not the Graces of God the very beds of Spices? Is not the peace of Conscience a peace that passeth all understanding? Doth David find the Word sweeter then the hony comb? Doth Job find it better then his appointed food? Doth Jeremiah find it the Rejoycing of his heart? Doest thou read of so many Converted persons in Scripture full of joy and gladness, rejoycing in Christ, rejoycing in the hope of the Glory of God, re•oycing in Troubles, in Persecutions, yea, in Death it self; and yet darest thou to revile and scandalize the converted mans condition as the only sea of Bitterness,
How Are you not afraid to reproach the ways of the living God? Is not God the God of Comfort? Is not christ the consolation of Israel? Is not the Holy Ghost the comforter? Are not the Scriptures written for our consolation? Are not the Promises the breasts of Consolation? Are not all the paths of Wisdom paths of pleasantness? Are not the Graces of God the very Beds of Spices? Is not the peace of Conscience a peace that passes all understanding? Does David find the Word Sweeten then the honey comb? Does Job find it better then his appointed food? Does Jeremiah find it the Rejoicing of his heart? Dost thou read of so many Converted Persons in Scripture full of joy and gladness, rejoicing in christ, rejoicing in the hope of the Glory of God, re•oycing in Troubles, in Persecutions, yea, in Death it self; and yet Darest thou to revile and scandalise the converted men condition as the only sea of Bitterness,
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and darkest night, eclipsing all joy and comfort? I pray thee to consider, 1. This doth arise from the gall of thy wicked and imbittered Spirit, hating and despising the goodly excellencies of holiness and holy persons. 2. It doth shew a cursed heart to call good evil, as it doth to call evil good; and as he that justifies the Wicked, so he that condemns the just, is an abomination to the Lord;
and Darkest night, eclipsing all joy and Comfort? I pray thee to Consider, 1. This does arise from the Gall of thy wicked and imbittered Spirit, hating and despising the goodly excellencies of holiness and holy Persons. 2. It does show a cursed heart to call good evil, as it does to call evil good; and as he that Justifies the Wicked, so he that condemns the just, is an abomination to the Lord;
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How much more then, he who condemns Righteousnes it self. 3. This doth shew an Universal rage against Gods glory and mans happiness; So heavily dost thou load the pathes of Conversion, that so much as in thee lies, thou disswadest and discouragest all the men on earth from leaving off their sins,
How much more then, he who condemns Righteousness it self. 3. This does show an Universal rage against God's glory and men happiness; So heavily dost thou load the paths of Conversion, that so much as in thee lies, thou disswadest and discouragest all the men on earth from leaving off their Sins,
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so that God shall have no Glory from them; nor they any true happiness from God. 4. And lastly:
so that God shall have no Glory from them; nor they any true happiness from God. 4. And lastly:
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Take heed least God deal with thee, as once he did with the lying spies; shut them out of Canaan, and destroyed them with a remarkable Judgment.
Take heed lest God deal with thee, as once he did with the lying spies; shut them out of Canaan, and destroyed them with a remarkable Judgement.
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3. That they have hitherto deluded and deceived themselves with false joy, in stead of true joy, who as yet never saw a converted condition. All thy mirth and joy hath been but false fire; a madness, not a joyfulness; sparkles of thy own kindling;
3. That they have hitherto deluded and deceived themselves with false joy, in stead of true joy, who as yet never saw a converted condition. All thy mirth and joy hath been but false fire; a madness, not a joyfulness; sparkles of thy own kindling;
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thou hast fed on the husks all this while, on a fancy, on a Dream;
thou hast fed on the husks all this while, on a fancy, on a Dream;
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thou hast never in all thy life took in one draught of true •oy, nor ever shalt thou, till God convert thy soul.
thou hast never in all thy life took in one draught of true •oy, nor ever shalt thou, till God convert thy soul.
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Take heed of setling your souls, or resting your souls on any works, or any affections which are antecedent to conversion,
Take heed of settling your Souls, or resting your Souls on any works, or any affections which Are antecedent to conversion,
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even the sorrows and troubles before conversion are no matter of joy and comfort; if any joy depends on them, it is rather because conversion hath followed them;
even the sorrows and Troubles before conversion Are no matter of joy and Comfort; if any joy depends on them, it is rather Because conversion hath followed them;
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and the joys which many men take before their conversion, certainly they are false joys, poor joys, they are not pleasures of Gods right hand.
and the Joys which many men take before their conversion, Certainly they Are false Joys, poor Joys, they Are not pleasures of God's right hand.
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There are three properties of true Joy: 1. It is not the Ʋsher which goes before,
There Are three properties of true Joy: 1. It is not the Ʋsher which Goes before,
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but the Handmaid that follows after Grace. 2. It is not a Surfet to dead, but a Cordial to strengthen;
but the Handmaid that follows After Grace. 2. It is not a Surfeit to dead, but a Cordial to strengthen;
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and it is not a Feast to satisfie, but a Sawce to quicken communion with God. 3. It is not a temptation to sin,
and it is not a Feast to satisfy, but a Sauce to quicken communion with God. 3. It is not a temptation to since,
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but upholds against the new temptations of sin. True Joy never goes before true Grace, but follows it.
but upholds against the new temptations of since. True Joy never Goes before true Grace, but follows it.
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Do you use to gather fruit before you plant, or reap before ye sow. 4. Then if ever you would have joy, and live joyfull lives, get converted hearts. Every man desires joy;
Do you use to gather fruit before you plant, or reap before you sow. 4. Then if ever you would have joy, and live joyful lives, get converted hearts. Every man Desires joy;
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and as the Bee hunts for honey, so do men naturally hunt for delight; NONLATINALPHABET aut jucunde aut non omninò.
and as the Bee hunt's for honey, so do men naturally hunt for delight; Or jucunde Or non omninò.
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Let the thing or condition be what it will, if we take no delight in it, it is a burthen to us:
Let the thing or condition be what it will, if we take no delight in it, it is a burden to us:
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Heaven would not be Heaven to him who cannot find delight in it. Now Conversion is the true path to true joy.
Heaven would not be Heaven to him who cannot find delight in it. Now Conversion is the true path to true joy.
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If God would be pleased (once) to convert thy soul, his converting Grace would lick thy sores,
If God would be pleased (once) to convert thy soul, his converting Grace would lick thy sores,
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and pull out the stings in Conscience, and sweeten the bitter Springs, and clear the Heavens to thee;
and pull out the stings in Conscience, and sweeten the bitter Springs, and clear the Heavens to thee;
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it would make thy bed to be easie, and thy bread to be sweet, and thy condition to be a Paradise;
it would make thy Bed to be easy, and thy bred to be sweet, and thy condition to be a Paradise;
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even the Wilderness should drop honey to thee, and thy heart should sing for joy.
even the Wilderness should drop honey to thee, and thy heart should sing for joy.
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It is a witty passage of Bernards, (de bonis deferendis) Be willing to sacrifice thy Isaac, and thy Isaac shall live. Isaac, you know, signifies laughter; do but sacrifice thy sinfull pleasure,
It is a witty passage of Bernards, (de bonis deferendis) Be willing to sacrifice thy Isaac, and thy Isaac shall live. Isaac, you know, signifies laughter; do but sacrifice thy sinful pleasure,
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and then thy true pleasure shall not die, but live.
and then thy true pleasure shall not die, but live.
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Caius gave unto Agrippa a Chain of Gold which was as heavy as the Chain of Iron that he endured in the Prison:Caius gave unto Agrippa a Chain of Gold which was as heavy as the Chain of Iron that he endured in the Prison:
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Sins do •ut upon us a Chain of Iron, which if we would forsake, Conversion would put upon as a Chain of Gold;
Sins do •ut upon us a Chain of Iron, which if we would forsake, Conversion would put upon as a Chain of Gold;
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thou shalt not lose, but better thy pleasures, by forsaking of thy sins and the pleasures of them.
thou shalt not loose, but better thy pleasures, by forsaking of thy Sins and the pleasures of them.
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O! that all the joys which you have heard attending a converted condition, might allure all our hearts to become converted persons.
OH! that all the Joys which you have herd attending a converted condition, might allure all our hearts to become converted Persons.
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I observe five things about the converted condition in Scripture. 1. The invitation unto it, and there joy presents it self;
I observe five things about the converted condition in Scripture. 1. The invitation unto it, and there joy presents it self;
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Turn and live, turn and live;Turn and live, turn and live;
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hearken diligently unto me, and eat ye that which is good, and let your soul delight it self in fatness, Isa. 55. 2. 2. The entrance into it, and there joy embraceth the person:harken diligently unto me, and eat you that which is good, and let your soul delight it self in fatness, Isaiah 55. 2. 2. The Entrance into it, and there joy Embraceth the person:
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As soon as the Prodigal Son returned, his Father saw him a far off, (O how quick is Mercy to espy a Convert!) and had compassion, (O how tender is Mercy to yern over a Convert!) and ran, (O how swift is Mercy to receive a Convert!) and fell on his neck, (O how how out-stretching is Mercy to embrace a Convert!) and kissed him, (O how kind is Mercy to entertain a Convert!) 3. The motion or course of it, and there joy attends the person:
As soon as the Prodigal Son returned, his Father saw him a Far off, (Oh how quick is Mercy to espy a Convert!) and had compassion, (Oh how tender is Mercy to yern over a Convert!) and ran, (Oh how swift is Mercy to receive a Convert!) and fell on his neck, (Oh how how outstretching is Mercy to embrace a Convert!) and kissed him, (Oh how kind is Mercy to entertain a Convert!) 3. The motion or course of it, and there joy attends the person:
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I have rejoyced, saith David, Psal. 119. 14. in the way of thy testimonies, as much as in all riches. I have rejoiced, Says David, Psalm 119. 14. in the Way of thy testimonies, as much as in all riches.
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When a converted man doth Mediate, his meditation is stiled sweet: Hear, he hears With joy;
When a converted man does Mediate, his meditation is styled sweet: Hear, he hears With joy;
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When they heard this they were glad: When they herd this they were glad:
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Pray, this is a sweet incense to David; And I will make them joyfull in my house of prayer, Isa. 56. 7. Believe, he doth believe and rejoice:Pray, this is a sweet incense to David; And I will make them joyful in my house of prayer, Isaiah 56. 7. Believe, he does believe and rejoice:
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(19) part (DIV2)
690
Page 358
7470
Mourn, there is appointed the oy• of joy for mourning, Isa. 61. 3. Do the will of God, it is his delight to do the will of God:Mourn, there is appointed the oy• of joy for mourning, Isaiah 61. 3. Do the will of God, it is his delight to do the will of God:
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(19) part (DIV2)
690
Page 358
7471
Suffer; Rejoyce, saith the Apostle, 1 Pet. 4 13. in as much as ye are partakers of Christs sufferings. 4. The conclusion or end of it, why!Suffer; Rejoice, Says the Apostle, 1 Pet. 4 13. in as much as you Are partakers of Christ sufferings. 4. The conclusion or end of it, why!
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(19) part (DIV2)
690
Page 358
7472
there also doth joy accompany him:
there also does joy accompany him:
pn31|vbz av vdz n1 vvi pno31:
(19) part (DIV2)
690
Page 358
7473
Psal. 37. Mark the perfect man, and behold the just, for the end of that man is peace. 5. The reward and recompence of it, and there also joy doth clasp the converted person:Psalm 37. Mark the perfect man, and behold the just, for the end of that man is peace. 5. The reward and recompense of it, and there also joy does clasp the converted person:
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(19) part (DIV2)
690
Page 358
7474
Enter into thy Masters joy, saith Christ to the good servant: Gaudium supra omne gaudium, At thy right hand are pleasures for evermore, said David. Enter into thy Masters joy, Says christ to the good servant: Gaudium supra omne gaudium, At thy right hand Are pleasures for evermore, said David.
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(19) part (DIV2)
690
Page 358
7475
O• that all these things might so affect our hearts this day, as to forsake our sins,
O• that all these things might so affect our hearts this day, as to forsake our Sins,
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(19) part (DIV2)
691
Page 358
7476
and turn back to God Pleasure is the great ••it which is laid forth to catch the soul of man;
and turn back to God Pleasure is the great ••it which is laid forth to catch the soul of man;
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(19) part (DIV2)
691
Page 358
7477
Satan draws us to sin by pleasure, and God draws us to grace by pleasure;
Satan draws us to sin by pleasure, and God draws us to grace by pleasure;
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(19) part (DIV2)
691
Page 359
7478
shall pleasure move thee to damn thy soul? and shall not true pleasure move thee to save thy soul? Our Aversion from God depends much upon pleasure,
shall pleasure move thee to damn thy soul? and shall not true pleasure move thee to save thy soul? Our Aversion from God depends much upon pleasure,
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(19) part (DIV2)
691
Page 359
7479
and our Conversion unto God depends much upon pleasure; me thinks that Gods promise should be more accounted then the Divels temptation;
and our Conversion unto God depends much upon pleasure; me thinks that God's promise should be more accounted then the Devils temptation;
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(19) part (DIV2)
691
Page 359
7480
is it not more probable to buy a better penniworth from heaven then from hell? and is it not more reasonable to traffick at the gates of life for joy,
is it not more probable to buy a better pennyworth from heaven then from hell? and is it not more reasonable to traffic At the gates of life for joy,
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(19) part (DIV2)
691
Page 359
7481
then to trade at the gates of death for comfort? Return, return, O sinner!
then to trade At the gates of death for Comfort? Return, return, Oh sinner!
cs pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1? n1, vvb, uh n1!
(19) part (DIV2)
691
Page 359
7482
yet, yet, come back to thy God, and do not for lying vanities any longer forsake thine own mercies, — But God must perswade Japhet.
yet, yet, come back to thy God, and do not for lying vanities any longer forsake thine own Mercies, — But God must persuade Japheth.
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(19) part (DIV2)
691
Page 359
7483
Try whether you are in a converted condition or no.
Try whither you Are in a converted condition or no.
vvb cs pn22 vbr p-acp dt vvn n1 cc uh-dx.
(19) part (DIV2)
692
Page 359
7484
There are two sorts of persons. 1. Some plainly unconverted. 2. Some deceiving themselves about it.
There Are two sorts of Persons. 1. some plainly unconverted. 2. some deceiving themselves about it.
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(19) part (DIV2)
692
Page 359
7485
Nine things do shew that a man is as yet absolutely in an unconverted condition. 1. Ʋnsensibleness: God promiseth to take away the stony heart; quanto insensibilior, tanto pe jor.
Nine things do show that a man is as yet absolutely in an unconverted condition. 1. Ʋnsensibleness: God promises to take away the stony heart; quanto insensibilior, tanto pe For.
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(19) part (DIV2)
692
Page 359
7486
This is the Stone upon the Grave. 2. Love of sin: Wicked men are described by this in Scriptūre.
This is the Stone upon the Grave. 2. Love of since: Wicked men Are described by this in Scriptunre.
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(19) part (DIV2)
693
Page 359
7487
3. Walking in the path of sin: It is his work, his trade;
3. Walking in the path of since: It is his work, his trade;
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(19) part (DIV2)
695
Page 359
7488
when a man chuse•h an evil way, and sits in the Chair, is a servant of unrighteousness, walks in the way fo wicked men.
when a man chuse•h an evil Way, and sits in the Chair, is a servant of unrighteousness, walks in the Way fo wicked men.
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(19) part (DIV2)
695
Page 359
7489
4. Hating to be reformed: It is an abomination to him to be good, that will rather be damned then reformed, breaks the Cords, will not have Christ to reign.
4. Hating to be reformed: It is an abomination to him to be good, that will rather be damned then reformed, breaks the Cords, will not have christ to Reign.
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(19) part (DIV2)
696
Page 359
7490
5. Despising of the means of Conversion: The word of the Lord is a reproach to him;
5. Despising of the means of Conversion: The word of the Lord is a reproach to him;
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(19) part (DIV2)
697
Page 359
7491
his heart rageth when the word finds out his sins, and would separate him and his lusts.
his heart rages when the word finds out his Sins, and would separate him and his Lustiest.
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(19) part (DIV2)
697
Page 359
7492
6. Loathing of converted persons; cannot endure the sight of grace; his special dislikes are of the godly, and disgraces, and discountenancings of them;
6. Loathing of converted Persons; cannot endure the sighed of grace; his special dislikes Are of the godly, and disgraces, and discountenancings of them;
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(19) part (DIV2)
698
Page 359
7493
he is exceedingly displeased and grieved at the estimations of godliness, and rejoyceth in the cloudings, and setting of it.
he is exceedingly displeased and grieved At the estimations of godliness, and Rejoiceth in the cloudings, and setting of it.
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(19) part (DIV2)
698
Page 359
7494
7. In communion with God: It is a note of a wicked man, that God is not in all his thoughts, and that he call;
7. In communion with God: It is a note of a wicked man, that God is not in all his thoughts, and that he call;
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(19) part (DIV2)
699
Page 359
7495
not upon God, but is a stranger to him, the stil-born child is a dead child.
not upon God, but is a stranger to him, the stillborn child is a dead child.
xx p-acp np1, cc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp pno31, dt j n1 vbz dt j n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
699
Page 359
7496
8. Disvaluations of Jesus Christ, and of all the precious seasons of grace, and opportunities of mercy;
8. Disvaluations of jesus christ, and of all the precious seasons of grace, and opportunities of mercy;
crd n2 pp-f np1 np1, cc pp-f d dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
700
Page 360
7497
the Swine tramples upon the Pearl, the dayes of the Son of man are of no account with him.
the Swine tramples upon the Pearl, the days of the Son of man Are of no account with him.
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(19) part (DIV2)
700
Page 360
7498
9. An earthly rest and satisfaction:
9. an earthly rest and satisfaction:
crd dt j n1 cc n1:
(19) part (DIV2)
701
Page 360
7499
When he is a man only for this life, and for this present world, sets up his staff on this side Jordan;
When he is a man only for this life, and for this present world, sets up his staff on this side Jordan;
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(19) part (DIV2)
701
Page 360
7500
all his hopes are in this life.
all his hope's Are in this life.
d po31 n2 vbr p-acp d n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
701
Page 360
7501
Secondly: Five things which do shew that a man flatters and deceives himself about his condition, that it is converted, Secondly: Five things which do show that a man flatters and deceives himself about his condition, that it is converted,
ord: crd n2 r-crq vdb vvi cst dt n1 vvz cc vvz px31 p-acp po31 n1, cst pn31 vbz vvn,
(19) part (DIV2)
702
Page 360
7502
when yet it falls short thereof.
when yet it falls short thereof.
c-crq av pn31 vvz j av.
(19) part (DIV2)
702
Page 360
7503
1. Meer knowledg; though a man knows never so much, yet if he be but a knowing man, he may be a learned man,
1. Mere knowledge; though a man knows never so much, yet if he be but a knowing man, he may be a learned man,
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(19) part (DIV2)
703
Page 360
7504
but he is not a converted man. It is one thing to know controversies, another thing to know Conversion:
but he is not a converted man. It is one thing to know controversies, Another thing to know Conversion:
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(19) part (DIV2)
703
Page 360
7505
If the knowledg be without 1. Experience; know what sin is, but feel it not;
If the knowledge be without 1. Experience; know what since is, but feel it not;
cs dt n1 vbb p-acp crd n1; vvb r-crq n1 vbz, cc-acp vvb pn31 xx;
(19) part (DIV2)
703
Page 360
7506
know what Christ is, but never feel the virtues and powers of his death and resurrection: 2. Propriety; know Christ as a purchase, but not as an inheritance;
know what christ is, but never feel the Virtues and Powers of his death and resurrection: 2. Propriety; know christ as a purchase, but not as an inheritance;
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(19) part (DIV2)
703
Page 360
7507
what he is, and hath done, but not what he is to me, or hath done for me: 3. Power; as a candle that lightens,
what he is, and hath done, but not what he is to me, or hath done for me: 3. Power; as a candle that lightens,
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(19) part (DIV2)
703
Page 360
7508
but not as fire to burn, as an Ornament on a Tomb, not as a Soul to the Body;
but not as fire to burn, as an Ornament on a Tomb, not as a Soul to the Body;
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(19) part (DIV2)
703
Page 360
7509
as a Star which shines in the night, not as the Sun which makes day; new knowledg, but still an old heart: 4. Affections; know sin, but hate it not, nor mou•n for it;
as a Star which shines in the night, not as the Sun which makes day; new knowledge, but still an old heart: 4. Affections; know since, but hate it not, nor mou•n for it;
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(19) part (DIV2)
703
Page 360
7510
know Christ, but love and desire him not: 5. Practise, like a Scholler, who knows Countries, but never travels to them;
know christ, but love and desire him not: 5. practice, like a Scholar, who knows Countries, but never travels to them;
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(19) part (DIV2)
703
Page 360
7511
reads the Copy, but writes not after it, know the way to heaven, but never walks the way to heaven.
reads the Copy, but writes not After it, know the Way to heaven, but never walks the Way to heaven.
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(19) part (DIV2)
703
Page 360
7512
2. Meer trouble of conscience: A troubled condition is one thing, a converted condition is another;
2. Mere trouble of conscience: A troubled condition is one thing, a converted condition is Another;
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(19) part (DIV2)
704
Page 360
7513
Cain and Judas were troubled, yet not converted; many things may suffice to trouble us, which yet are not sufficient to convert us;Cain and Judas were troubled, yet not converted; many things may suffice to trouble us, which yet Are not sufficient to convert us;
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(19) part (DIV2)
704
Page 360
7514
the Law, the Wrath of God, the quickness of conscience, fear of death and hell and shame may suffice to trouble us, yet not to convert us.
the Law, the Wrath of God, the quickness of conscience, Fear of death and hell and shame may suffice to trouble us, yet not to convert us.
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(19) part (DIV2)
704
Page 360
7515
The Sea may be troubled, and yet remains brinish; the Iron may be broken, and yet it is hard;
The Sea may be troubled, and yet remains brinish; the Iron may be broken, and yet it is hard;
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(19) part (DIV2)
704
Page 360
7516
the Water boils, and yet it is Water: There is a difference twixt passive trouble, and active trouble;
the Water boils, and yet it is Water: There is a difference betwixt passive trouble, and active trouble;
dt n1 vvz, cc av pn31 vbz n1: pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp j n1, cc j n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
704
Page 360
7517
twixt a trouble that I would get off, and godly sorrow which I would get up;
betwixt a trouble that I would get off, and godly sorrow which I would get up;
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(19) part (DIV2)
704
Page 360
7518
twixt trouble in ratione p•nae, and in ratione gratiae; twixt being troubled for sin as it is malum sensible, and as malum spirituale, twixt malum as causa mali, and malum as affectus mali. The Land-flood is high,
betwixt trouble in ratione p•nae, and in ratione Gratiae; betwixt being troubled for since as it is malum sensible, and as malum spiritual, betwixt malum as causa mali, and malum as affectus mali. The Landflood is high,
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(19) part (DIV2)
704
Page 361
7519
but it leaves the mud and dirt behind; the Wells water is less, but it cleanseth.
but it leaves the mud and dirt behind; the Wells water is less, but it Cleanseth.
cc-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 cc n1 a-acp; dt ng1 n1 vbz av-dc, cc-acp pn31 vvz.
(19) part (DIV2)
704
Page 361
7520
3. Limited Reformation: When only external; if internal, yet partial, will stick with Christ for some one thing.
3. Limited Reformation: When only external; if internal, yet partial, will stick with christ for Some one thing.
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(19) part (DIV2)
705
Page 361
7521
True Conversion is an invisible work, it is seed under ground, tis a child formed in the womb, it is the hidden man of the heart, tis Christ formed and living in us, it is a new Creation of the heart, the new heart, a law written there.
True Conversion is an invisible work, it is seed under ground, this a child formed in the womb, it is the hidden man of the heart, this christ formed and living in us, it is a new Creation of the heart, the new heart, a law written there.
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(19) part (DIV2)
705
Page 361
7522
The Phar•sees were good at Outworks, all far to the eyes of men: Outward abstinence from sin may consist with an inward love of it;
The Phar•sees were good At Outworks, all Far to the eyes of men: Outward abstinence from since may consist with an inward love of it;
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(19) part (DIV2)
705
Page 361
7523
and a man may do much good, who yet is not good:
and a man may do much good, who yet is not good:
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(19) part (DIV2)
705
Page 361
7524
Self-grounds, and ends, of profit, of esteem, of hopes, of compliance with others, besides those workings of conscience, &c. may lead us out to visible conformities, when yet, &c. 4. Accidental resolutions: When a person will on a sudden grow good altogether, only upon mutable occasions;
Self-grounds, and ends, of profit, of esteem, of hope's, of compliance with Others, beside those workings of conscience, etc. may led us out to visible conformities, when yet, etc. 4. Accidental resolutions: When a person will on a sudden grow good altogether, only upon mutable occasions;
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(19) part (DIV2)
705
Page 361
7525
1. As in an exigence of Conscience, 2. In a fit of Sickness, 3. Some present conviction of the Word, 4. Some imminent judgements, 5. present hopes;
1. As in an exigence of Conscience, 2. In a fit of Sickness, 3. some present conviction of the Word, 4. some imminent Judgments, 5. present hope's;
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(19) part (DIV2)
706
Page 361
7526
not upon solid Conviction, consideration, fervent prayer to God to work the change, &c. 5. Passionate Joyes: If taken by the Word upon the discoveries of Grace, and Mercy,
not upon solid Conviction, consideration, fervent prayer to God to work the change, etc. 5. Passionate Joys: If taken by the Word upon the discoveries of Grace, and Mercy,
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(19) part (DIV2)
706
Page 361
7527
and Love of Christ, and of future glory;
and Love of christ, and of future glory;
cc n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f j-jn n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
707
Page 361
7528
like one who is taken with the Ware, yet will not come up to the Price:
like one who is taken with the Ware, yet will not come up to the Price:
av-j pi r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, av vmb xx vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1:
(19) part (DIV2)
707
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7529
The young man would have heaven, but will not sell all, take up the Cross and follow Christ.
The young man would have heaven, but will not fell all, take up the Cross and follow christ.
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(19) part (DIV2)
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But when a man is truly converted, he is like the Wise Merchant, who found the Pearl,
But when a man is truly converted, he is like the Wise Merchant, who found the Pearl,
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(19) part (DIV2)
707
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7531
and rejoiced, and sold all, and bought it. and rejoiced, and sold all, and bought it.
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(19) part (DIV2)
707
Page 361
7532
He will part with all his Lusts, and Friends, and Pleasures, and World, to enjoy Christ.
He will part with all his Lustiest, and Friends, and Pleasures, and World, to enjoy christ.
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(19) part (DIV2)
707
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7533
Doth Conversion bring the soul into a joyful condition? Then let every converted person take his due portion, and live as becomes himself, joyfully.
Does Conversion bring the soul into a joyful condition? Then let every converted person take his due portion, and live as becomes himself, joyfully.
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(19) part (DIV2)
708
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7534
Psal. 32. 11. Be glad in the Lord, and rejoice ye righteous. Phil. 4. 4. Rejoice in the Lord alway, and again I say, rejoice.
Psalm 32. 11. Be glad in the Lord, and rejoice you righteous. Philip 4. 4. Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say, rejoice.
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(19) part (DIV2)
708
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7535
I wish that converted persons would consider 1. That God doth not reserve all their joyes unto another life:
I wish that converted Persons would Consider 1. That God does not reserve all their Joys unto Another life:
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(19) part (DIV2)
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7536
O no, spiritual joy is an allowance also for this life; a good bit and bait by the way. Oh no, spiritual joy is an allowance also for this life; a good bit and bait by the Way.
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(19) part (DIV2)
709
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Nay, it is not a meer Toleration or Permission, but it is an express Command and Injunction;
Nay, it is not a mere Toleration or Permission, but it is an express Command and Injunction;
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(19) part (DIV2)
709
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7538
and as a man doth sin who refuseth Grace, so some man may sin who refuseth Joy. 2. God would have the life of Grace to be a primordial shadow (at least) of the life of Glory:
and as a man does sin who Refuseth Grace, so Some man may sin who Refuseth Joy. 2. God would have the life of Grace to be a primordial shadow (At least) of the life of Glory:
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(19) part (DIV2)
709
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7539
and indeed our estate of Grace is an Epitome of that in Glory; only that is a fuller and larger Volume:
and indeed our estate of Grace is an Epitome of that in Glory; only that is a fuller and larger Volume:
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(19) part (DIV2)
709
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7540
We have the same God, the same Christ, the same Spirit, the same Communion in this as in that;
We have the same God, the same christ, the same Spirit, the same Communion in this as in that;
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(19) part (DIV2)
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only here it is more Mediate, there more Immediate; here Imperfect, there Perfect; here Mixt, and there Pure.
only Here it is more Mediate, there more Immediate; Here Imperfect, there Perfect; Here Mixed, and there Pure.
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(19) part (DIV2)
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And doest thou so poorly conceive of God, that He who is able to make an heaven full of joy to Eternity hereafter, is not able or willing to let fall a few drops of joy upon thy soul on earth? Or that there can or should be any Communion with such a God, which should not be joyful and delightful? The Emperor would have none to go away sad. 3. God would have the Christians life, as to be the fruit,
And dost thou so poorly conceive of God, that He who is able to make an heaven full of joy to Eternity hereafter, is not able or willing to let fallen a few drops of joy upon thy soul on earth? Or that there can or should be any Communion with such a God, which should not be joyful and delightful? The Emperor would have none to go away sad. 3. God would have the Christians life, as to be the fruit,
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(19) part (DIV2)
709
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so to be the credit of Grace. Grace is an ornament to the soul, and spiritual joy is an Ornament to grace:so to be the credit of Grace. Grace is an ornament to the soul, and spiritual joy is an Ornament to grace:
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(19) part (DIV2)
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It testifies to the world, that conversion quits all costs:
It Testifies to the world, that conversion quits all costs:
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(19) part (DIV2)
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What! shal madness be found in the habitations of the wicked, and shall not joy be found in the tabernacles of the just? Shall the worldly man rejoice in a Creature,
What! shall madness be found in the habitations of the wicked, and shall not joy be found in the Tabernacles of the just? Shall the worldly man rejoice in a Creature,
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(19) part (DIV2)
709
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7546
and shall not the godly man rejoyce in his God? Shall the condemned malefactor take delight,
and shall not the godly man rejoice in his God? Shall the condemned Malefactor take delight,
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(19) part (DIV2)
709
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7547
and shall not the acquitted person take comfort? Shall wicked men suck pleasure out of bitter waters,
and shall not the acquitted person take Comfort? Shall wicked men suck pleasure out of bitter waters,
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(19) part (DIV2)
709
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and shall not good men draw joy out of the wells of salvation? Joy is not comely for a fool, saith Solomon, but it becomes the upright to rejoice, saith David. 4. As spiritual joy is an ornament,
and shall not good men draw joy out of the wells of salvation? Joy is not comely for a fool, Says Solomon, but it becomes the upright to rejoice, Says David. 4. As spiritual joy is an ornament,
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(19) part (DIV2)
709
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so it is an improvement to grace. so it is an improvement to grace.
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It is a certain truth, that grace is the Mother of joy, and true joy is the Nurse of grace.
It is a certain truth, that grace is the Mother of joy, and true joy is the Nurse of grace.
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(19) part (DIV2)
709
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Spiritual comforts are inlargements to spiritual graces; look as it is with sinful pleasures, they do add to our sinful principles;
Spiritual comforts Are enlargements to spiritual graces; look as it is with sinful pleasures, they do add to our sinful principles;
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(19) part (DIV2)
709
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the more delight that any man finds in sinful wayes, this adds the more love, and the more desire, and the more earnestness for to sin;
the more delight that any man finds in sinful ways, this adds the more love, and the more desire, and the more earnestness for to sin;
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(19) part (DIV2)
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so is it in spiritual wayes, the more joy and delight any man takes in them, this adds a new quickning to his graces, a fresher edge unto them;
so is it in spiritual ways, the more joy and delight any man Takes in them, this adds a new quickening to his graces, a fresher edge unto them;
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(19) part (DIV2)
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nothing makes either a communion, or an action more frequent, or more fervent then delight; didst thou ever find thy heart more apt to pray, or more fixed in prayer,
nothing makes either a communion, or an actium more frequent, or more fervent then delight; didst thou ever find thy heart more apt to pray, or more fixed in prayer,
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(19) part (DIV2)
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then when thou foundest most delight and comfort, in, or upon praying? so for other duties. 5. Spiritual joy will exceedingly facilitate the way and work for heaven:
then when thou foundest most delight and Comfort, in, or upon praying? so for other duties. 5. Spiritual joy will exceedingly facilitate the Way and work for heaven:
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(19) part (DIV2)
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It is our facundus Comes, which is pro Vehiculo. As the fear of the Lord is our treasure, Isa. 33. 6. So the joy of the Lord is our strength, Neh. 8. 10. An heavy, dull, sad spirit, is a burden of• it self,
It is our facundus Comes, which is Pro Vehiculo. As the Fear of the Lord is our treasure, Isaiah 33. 6. So the joy of the Lord is our strength, Neh 8. 10. an heavy, dull, sad Spirit, is a burden of• it self,
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(19) part (DIV2)
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and is very apt to make every thing else a burden:
and is very apt to make every thing Else a burden:
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Now spiritual joy, it takes off dulness and deadness, and enables us to run the way of Gods Commandments,
Now spiritual joy, it Takes off dullness and deadness, and enables us to run the Way of God's commandments,
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(19) part (DIV2)
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and to run the race that is set before us. Amanti nihil difficile, it makes our spiritual work to come off; the Wheels run if oyled.
and to run the raze that is Set before us. Amanti nihil difficile, it makes our spiritual work to come off; the Wheels run if oiled.
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(19) part (DIV2)
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Quest. This is true, will some reply;Quest. This is true, will Some reply;
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(19) part (DIV2)
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but what should converted persons do, that they may walk joyfully? Sol. There are two sorts of converted persons:
but what should converted Persons do, that they may walk joyfully? Sol. There Are two sorts of converted Persons:
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(19) part (DIV2)
710
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Incipientes; who are newly called, newly wrought on, newly brought home; and these ordinarily are full of fears, of doubts, of temptations, of conflicts, of heaviness:Incipientes; who Are newly called, newly wrought on, newly brought home; and these ordinarily Are full of fears, of doubts, of temptations, of conflicts, of heaviness:
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(19) part (DIV2)
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Proficientes; who are long standers in the wayes of grace. Will you favour me to speak a few words to either of these. 1. To persons newly converted:Proficientes; who Are long standers in the ways of grace. Will you favour me to speak a few words to either of these. 1. To Persons newly converted:
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(19) part (DIV2)
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I would humbly present these directions, as proper means or Conduits of joy and comforts to their souls.
I would humbly present these directions, as proper means or Conduits of joy and comforts to their Souls.
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(19) part (DIV2)
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1. Draw up your spiritual condition to some issue: Do not live with a doubtful suspition;
1. Draw up your spiritual condition to Some issue: Do not live with a doubtful suspicion;
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(19) part (DIV2)
712
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perhaps you are converted, perhaps you are not converted: As ignorance is an enemy to grace, so doubtfulness is an enemy to comfort.
perhaps you Are converted, perhaps you Are not converted: As ignorance is an enemy to grace, so doubtfulness is an enemy to Comfort.
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(19) part (DIV2)
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That man who is still in suit, whether his Conversion be true, will not dare to lay claim to the joyes which result from Conversion:
That man who is still in suit, whither his Conversion be true, will not Dare to lay claim to the Joys which result from Conversion:
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(19) part (DIV2)
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If I fear my grace, I shall much more fear my comfort: Give all diligence to make your calling and election sure. Therefore do this;
If I Fear my grace, I shall much more Fear my Comfort: Give all diligence to make your calling and election sure. Therefore do this;
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(19) part (DIV2)
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bring thy souls estate to the word, (that is the rule, that is the fire, that is the touchstone;) if the Word of God will approve and decide for thee, bless God,
bring thy Souls estate to the word, (that is the Rule, that is the fire, that is the touchstone;) if the Word of God will approve and decide for thee, bless God,
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(19) part (DIV2)
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and maintain the truth of thy spiritual estate, against all the suggestions of Satan, and cavils of thine own heart;
and maintain the truth of thy spiritual estate, against all the suggestions of Satan, and cavils of thine own heart;
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(19) part (DIV2)
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when once that doth say, truth of grace is in thee; conscience will say, truth of comfort belongs unto thee.
when once that does say, truth of grace is in thee; conscience will say, truth of Comfort belongs unto thee.
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(19) part (DIV2)
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2. Get a little more faith; one dram more would turn the the scale, and settle thine heart.
2. Get a little more faith; one dram more would turn the the scale, and settle thine heart.
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(19) part (DIV2)
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Faith trades with the Fountain, with the God of Comfort, and of Peace, and with Jesus Christ:
Faith trades with the Fountain, with the God of Comfort, and of Peace, and with jesus christ:
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(19) part (DIV2)
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It is Faith that lets you into Christ, and it is Faith which lets comfort into you.
It is Faith that lets you into christ, and it is Faith which lets Comfort into you.
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(19) part (DIV2)
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The God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, Rom. 15. 13. There are five priviledges of Faith:The God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, Rom. 15. 13. There Are five privileges of Faith:
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(19) part (DIV2)
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It hath the first look of Mercy, it hath the first kiss from Christ, it hath the first news of acceptance unto Life, it hath the first answer of Peace, it hath the first draught of Joy:
It hath the First look of Mercy, it hath the First kiss from christ, it hath the First news of acceptance unto Life, it hath the First answer of Peace, it hath the First draught of Joy:
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(19) part (DIV2)
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7577
Oh, get a little more faith;
O, get a little more faith;
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(19) part (DIV2)
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7578
a little more faith would weaken the grounds of thy fears, quell the motions of thy doubts, clear thy way to the fountains of comfort, imprint on thy heart a most joyful Communion with thy God and Christ;
a little more faith would weaken the grounds of thy fears, quell the motions of thy doubts, clear thy Way to the fountains of Comfort, imprint on thy heart a most joyful Communion with thy God and christ;
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(19) part (DIV2)
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no life of joy, but that of faith.
no life of joy, but that of faith.
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(19) part (DIV2)
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3 And Learn to live by faith, and then you will have more joy and comfort. Four things would make a mans life very joyfull and comfortable. 1. If he were eased of all burthens. 2. If he were secured from all prejudices. 3. If what he had were good,
3 And Learn to live by faith, and then you will have more joy and Comfort. Four things would make a men life very joyful and comfortable. 1. If he were eased of all burdens. 2. If he were secured from all prejudices. 3. If what he had were good,
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(19) part (DIV2)
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and enough. 4. If he were assured, that whatsoever good he should need, of that he should not fail,
and enough. 4. If he were assured, that whatsoever good he should need, of that he should not fail,
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(19) part (DIV2)
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but be supplied with it in due time. Now the life of faith, 1. Easeth you of all your burthens:
but be supplied with it in due time. Now the life of faith, 1. Eases you of all your burdens:
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(19) part (DIV2)
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There are but two burthens upon us;
There Are but two burdens upon us;
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(19) part (DIV2)
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1. The sinfull, Faith sees this taken off by Christ, He bare our sins: 2. The earthly, of cares;
1. The sinful, Faith sees this taken off by christ, He bore our Sins: 2. The earthly, of Cares;
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(19) part (DIV2)
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Faith sees Gods providence taking that off, The Lord is a Sun, &c. Psal. 84. I will never leave thee, Heb. 13. Bread shall be given to him, his waters shall be sure, Isa. 33. 16. Cast your care on him,
Faith sees God's providence taking that off, The Lord is a Sun, etc. Psalm 84. I will never leave thee, Hebrew 13. Bred shall be given to him, his waters shall be sure, Isaiah 33. 16. Cast your care on him,
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(19) part (DIV2)
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for he careth for you, 1 Pet. 5. 7. 2. Secures you against all prejudices and hurts: for he Careth for you, 1 Pet. 5. 7. 2. Secures you against all prejudices and hurts:
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Faith finds us still in Gods hands, and in a safe custody: Though there be evils in the world, yet they shall not come nigh you;
Faith finds us still in God's hands, and in a safe custody: Though there be evils in the world, yet they shall not come High you;
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and his work goes on, though ours do not: God is with you, who can be against you.
and his work Goes on, though ours do not: God is with you, who can be against you.
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There's a Deluge, but Noah 's in the Ark; a storm, but you are in an hiding place:
There's a Deluge, but Noah is in the Ark; a storm, but you Are in an hiding place:
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He holds you in his hand, and covers you under his wings; makes all things to work for good.
He holds you in his hand, and covers you under his wings; makes all things to work for good.
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Faith sees the Trouble and the Sanctuary both, Occurrences and Providence both, ruling, carrying on, observing, watching, preserving:
Faith sees the Trouble and the Sanctuary both, Occurrences and Providence both, ruling, carrying on, observing, watching, preserving:
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If Earth won't keep you safe, Heaven shall. 3. It renders the present possession as good, and enough: Your portion is so:
If Earth won't keep you safe, Heaven shall. 3. It renders the present possession as good, and enough: Your portion is so:
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For what is a Christians portion? Is not God? is not his favour? And is not God enough? is not his favour better then life? He who cannot be contented with a God,
For what is a Christians portion? Is not God? is not his favour? And is not God enough? is not his favour better then life? He who cannot be contented with a God,
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and a Christ, and a Covenant of Grace, and Heaven, will be satisfied with nothing. You have but little of Earth, A• but you have God and Christ.
and a christ, and a Covenant of Grace, and Heaven, will be satisfied with nothing. You have but little of Earth, A• but you have God and christ.
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If a man have but a little Garden, yet if he have a large field, &c. A little of Earth,
If a man have but a little Garden, yet if he have a large field, etc. A little of Earth,
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and much of Heaven, makes a fair Estate. 4. It assures you of supplies universal and seasonable. Ʋniversal;
and much of Heaven, makes a fair Estate. 4. It assures you of supplies universal and seasonable. Ʋniversal;
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I shall not want, Psal. 23. 1. No good thing will he withhold, Psal. 84. 11. No good for soul, no good for body, (you have his Bonds for both;) and this is for life;
I shall not want, Psalm 23. 1. No good thing will he withhold, Psalm 84. 11. No good for soul, no good for body, (you have his Bonds for both;) and this is for life;
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Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, Psal. 23. Nay, for everlastingness;Surely Goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, Psalm 23. Nay, for everlastingness;
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I will marry thee to my self for ever, Hos. 2. 19. 2. Seasonable; In an acceptable time, &c. In the mount God will be seen. I will marry thee to my self for ever, Hos. 2. 19. 2. Seasonable; In an acceptable time, etc. In the mount God will be seen.
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4. Get a little more understanding and judgment about your converted and gracious condition. Shall I help thee a little with a few Considerations and Informations? Know then, 1. The great Fountain of thy Joy lies more in thy Justification then in thy Sanctification.
4. Get a little more understanding and judgement about your converted and gracious condition. Shall I help thee a little with a few Considerations and Informations? Know then, 1. The great Fountain of thy Joy lies more in thy Justification then in thy Sanctification.
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Thou hast not so much Holiness as another, but thou hast of Christs Righteousness;
Thou hast not so much Holiness as Another, but thou hast of Christ Righteousness;
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thou canst not apprehend so strongly, but thou art apprehended as strongly, Christ lays as fast hold of thee. 2. That Grace and Weakness may dwell together.
thou Canst not apprehend so strongly, but thou art apprehended as strongly, christ lays as fast hold of thee. 2. That Grace and Weakness may dwell together.
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It may be very true, though very weak, the smoaking flax, and the bruised reed, and the grain of mustard-seed; A Father hath one Child in the Cradle, and another in the Shop;
It may be very true, though very weak, the smoking flax, and the Bruised reed, and the grain of Mustard seed; A Father hath one Child in the Cradle, and Another in the Shop;
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a Shepheard hath Lambs in the flock, as well as Sheep; the Gardiner hath Plants, as well as Trees;
a Shepherd hath Lambs in the flock, as well as Sheep; the Gardener hath Plants, as well as Trees;
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and Christ hath Babes, as well as strong Men, belonging to him. 3. That the least Grace, and the great Love of God do go together:
and christ hath Babes, as well as strong Men, belonging to him. 3. That the least Grace, and the great Love of God do go together:
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The little drop of Grace comes out of the Ocean of his great Love;
The little drop of Grace comes out of the Ocean of his great Love;
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the Peny, as well as the Shilling, bears the Superscription. 4. That the least degree of true Grace denominates the condition to be converted: I would believe, is Faith;
the Penny, as well as the Shilling, bears the Superscription. 4. That the least degree of true Grace denominates the condition to be converted: I would believe, is Faith;
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I would love thee, is Love; I desire to do thy will, is Obedience: Not Strength, but Truth denominates. 5. True Grace and many Conflicts go together:
I would love thee, is Love; I desire to do thy will, is obedience: Not Strength, but Truth denominates. 5. True Grace and many Conflicts go together:
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Let the motions of sin be never so vile, but I hate them; never so many, but I resist them;
Let the motions of since be never so vile, but I hate them; never so many, but I resist them;
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here Grace is the Lord which rules me, though sin be the Enemy which molests me.
Here Grace is the Lord which rules me, though since be the Enemy which molests me.
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Why am I thus? Alas, there are contraries in thee, Light and Darkness, Flesh and Spirit. 6. True Grace and some Failings may lodge together:
Why am I thus? Alas, there Are contraries in thee, Light and Darkness, Flesh and Spirit. 6. True Grace and Some Failings may lodge together:
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I may at the same time be a Captive to Sin, and yet a Servant to Grace;
I may At the same time be a Captive to since, and yet a Servant to Grace;
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sin may sometimes be too strong even for him who hates sin. 7. All services to God are interpreted and accepted by God according to the will of a converted person:
since may sometime be too strong even for him who hates since. 7. All services to God Are interpreted and accepted by God according to the will of a converted person:
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Although thou canst not pray so freely, so fully, so uniformly, yet if God see a will in thee desirous so to do, it shall pass for currant;
Although thou Canst not pray so freely, so Fully, so uniformly, yet if God see a will in thee desirous so to do, it shall pass for currant;
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groans, and sighs, and chatterings, and desires, and tears, &c. 8. Thou never doest any Duty,
groans, and sighs, and chatterings, and Desires, and tears, etc. 8. Thou never dost any Duty,
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but Jesus Christ gives acceptance unto it by his Intercession; his sweet Incense takes off the ill savour:but jesus christ gives acceptance unto it by his Intercession; his sweet Incense Takes off the ill savour:
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The greatest work done by thee, if it comes in thy own name, is rejected; the weakest, if presented in his Name, a sigh or groan, is graciously accepted;
The greatest work done by thee, if it comes in thy own name, is rejected; the Weakest, if presented in his Name, a sighs or groan, is graciously accepted;
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as the Sacrifices by the Priest. 9. God never expects thou shouldest buy out thy own pardon, or bring from thy self any satisfaction for any of thy sins;
as the Sacrifices by the Priest. 9. God never expects thou Shouldst buy out thy own pardon, or bring from thy self any satisfaction for any of thy Sins;
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he hath designed that work onely to Jesus Christ, in whom he hath accepted thee, and for whose sake alone he doth and will discharge thee:
he hath designed that work only to jesus christ, in whom he hath accepted thee, and for whose sake alone he does and will discharge thee:
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You trade in Heaven upon gracious terms;
You trade in Heaven upon gracious terms;
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when you come for any grace and help, thy Reasons and Motives are in God, who gives,
when you come for any grace and help, thy Reasons and Motives Are in God, who gives,
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and freely gives. 10. As soon as ever converting Grace prevails upon thy heart, Salvation is come to thy soul: Thou art now a Believet;
and freely gives. 10. As soon as ever converting Grace prevails upon thy heart, Salvation is come to thy soul: Thou art now a Believet;
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and if a Believer, a Son;
and if a Believer, a Son;
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and if a Son, an Heir of all the comfortable Promises now, and a Co-heir with Christ hereafter. 11. The Lord will bless thy buds,
and if a Son, an Heir of all the comfortable Promises now, and a Coheir with christ hereafter. 11. The Lord will bless thy buds,
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and increase thy stock of Grace: and increase thy stock of Grace:
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He will water, as well as plant it. 12. That little Grace shall never fail thee, never leave thee, till it brings thee to Heaven:
He will water, as well as plant it. 12. That little Grace shall never fail thee, never leave thee, till it brings thee to Heaven:
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The greatest Grace is imperfect, and the least Grace is invincible; the greatest Grace is weak, and the weakest Grace is immortal.
The greatest Grace is imperfect, and the least Grace is invincible; the greatest Grace is weak, and the Weakest Grace is immortal.
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Now if Christians did believe all these Truths, and would consider of them, would not their condition be more joyfull? Here's a Weakness, I but it is Grace;
Now if Christians did believe all these Truths, and would Consider of them, would not their condition be more joyful? Here's a Weakness, I but it is Grace;
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that Grace is little, I but it comes from Graciousness, and makes me gracious: O how many conflicts!
that Grace is little, I but it comes from Graciousness, and makes me gracious: Oh how many conflicts!
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I but 'tis 'twixt Grace and Sin; yea, and many sinnings, I but not love of sin, no voluntary service: But how poor in Duties!
I but it's betwixt Grace and since; yea, and many sinnings, I but not love of since, no voluntary service: But how poor in Duties!
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I but God regards the Will: But what will become of me for my former sins? Why!
I but God regards the Will: But what will become of me for my former Sins? Why!
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Christ hath satisfied, and God hath pardoned: But if I had strength of Grace, I might take comfort; Why!
christ hath satisfied, and God hath pardoned: But if I had strength of Grace, I might take Comfort; Why!
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the weakest Convert is a Believer, and the weakest Believer hath Christ; Ergò.
the Weakest Convert is a Believer, and the Weakest Believer hath christ; Ergò.
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Secondly, to Persons long since converted; What should they do to walk with joyful hearts? I answer, 1. Often examine and review your Spiritual condition;
Secondly, to Persons long since converted; What should they do to walk with joyful hearts? I answer, 1. Often examine and review your Spiritual condition;
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this will keep you and God friends:
this will keep you and God Friends:
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often look upon the evidences of Gods favour to your Souls, and maintaine and cleare them if blotted;
often look upon the evidences of God's favour to your Souls, and maintain and clear them if blotted;
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Such experiences are bathes of Comfort:
Such experiences Are baths of Comfort:
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Remember the days of old. 2. Be upright; maintain the Oyl, and you maintain the light.
remember the days of old. 2. Be upright; maintain the Oil, and you maintain the Light.
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The work of Righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of Righteousness, quietness and assurance for ever: The work of Righteousness shall be peace; and the Effect of Righteousness, quietness and assurance for ever:
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Isai. 32. 17 A stable Spirit will further a stable Joy;
Isaiah 32. 17 A stable Spirit will further a stable Joy;
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one ••y step puts the bone out of joynt, That man loseth his Spiritual pleasure, who steps out for sinful pleasure;
one ••y step puts the bone out of joint, That man loses his Spiritual pleasure, who steps out for sinful pleasure;
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remember Davids swarving, and Peters, and Jacobs. 3. Live by faith: We never meet wi•h more troubles then when we shift for our selves.
Remember Davids swerving, and Peter's, and Jacobs. 3. Live by faith: We never meet wi•h more Troubles then when we shift for our selves.
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That man who can trust God most, him doth God trust with most Grace and peace:
That man who can trust God most, him does God trust with most Grace and peace:
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see Habak. 3. 17, 18. 4. Hold up close communion with God and his people; he who rrades most at heaven, gets the greatest stock of Grace and comfort;
see Habak. 3. 17, 18. 4. Hold up close communion with God and his people; he who rrades most At heaven, gets the greatest stock of Grace and Comfort;
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even the neglect of one prayer may lose a man much comfort; be satisfied with God alone, and let not out your minds to earthly things;
even the neglect of one prayer may loose a man much Comfort; be satisfied with God alone, and let not out your minds to earthly things;
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And that one sermon which thou didst overslip, brought in exceeding Joy to thy fellow Christian. 5. Walk in the fear of God all the day long:
And that one sermon which thou didst overslip, brought in exceeding Joy to thy fellow Christian. 5. Walk in the Fear of God all the day long:
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Self-confidence makes the person to lye down in tears; but he who feares to sin, fortifies his Graces and comforts; Self-confidence makes the person to lie down in tears; but he who fears to since, fortifies his Graces and comforts;
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expose not your selves to Temptations. 6. Renew a solemn and speedy Peace upon every fall; Light may quickly be restored to a candle newly blown out,
expose not your selves to Temptations. 6. Renew a solemn and speedy Peace upon every fallen; Light may quickly be restored to a candle newly blown out,
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and the bone displaced may presently be set again;
and the bone displaced may presently be Set again;
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Let not a disease settle. 7. Engage not thy mind to vain and new Opinions. Mind the maine things of Life and Salvation, and not profitable strifes.
Let not a disease settle. 7. Engage not thy mind to vain and new Opinions. Mind the main things of Life and Salvation, and not profitable strifes.
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He who hath not more Grace to get, hath assuredly much comfort to lose;
He who hath not more Grace to get, hath assuredly much Comfort to loose;
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an Unsetled Judgment will quickly raise an uncomfortable heart. 8. Preserve an humble and contented Spirit.
an Unsettled Judgement will quickly raise an uncomfortable heart. 8. Preserve an humble and contented Spirit.
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Pride is the father of discontentment, and Discontentment is a prison to our Graces, and a Sea to our comforts.
Pride is the father of discontentment, and Discontentment is a prison to our Graces, and a Sea to our comforts.
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Thy Graces will not be pleasant to thee, if thy outward condition please thee not. 9. Be active and thriving. That man who doth most for God, doth also most for his own comfort;
Thy Graces will not be pleasant to thee, if thy outward condition please thee not. 9. Be active and thriving. That man who does most for God, does also most for his own Comfort;
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Barrenness is no good sign of Life, and therefore no good way for comfort; the travelling Bee is laden with hony:
barrenness is no good Signen of Life, and Therefore no good Way for Comfort; the traveling Bee is laden with honey:
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Thriving Grace is a clear evidence of truth, and adds to our excellency and our joy. FINIS.
Thriving Grace is a clear evidence of truth, and adds to our excellency and our joy. FINIS.
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