Great and precious promises; or, Some sermons concerning the promises, and the right application thereof whereunto are added some other concerning the usefulness of faith in advancing sanctification. As also, three more concerning the faith of assurance. / By Mr. Andrew Gray, late minister of the Gospel in Glasgow. All being revised since his death by some friends.
SERMON I. 2 Pet. 1.4. Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises, that by these you might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
SERMON I 2 Pet. 1.4. Whereby Are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises, that by these you might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
and •hall inherit everlasting life, all these are •ow before his Throne may lay aside their •arps and give us leave to sing? Will it not •e a mysterie, suppose ye,
and •hall inherit everlasting life, all these Are •ow before his Throne may lay aside their •arps and give us leave to sing? Will it not •e a mystery, suppose you,
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unto heavenly •noch that spent so much of his time in com•union and fellowship with God, w•• •e shall behold such Christians within 〈 … 〉 ••erlasting rest, that have spent so 〈 … 〉 •heir time in corresponding with 〈 … 〉 it not be a mysterie unto believing Abraha• when he shall behold such misbelievers, su• disputers of the promises of God, advan•• to reign with Christ? Will it not be a ••stery unto wrestling Jacob, when he sh•• behold these Christians once crowned w•• immortall glory, that did so little know w•• it was as Princes to wrestle with God, 〈 ◊ 〉 they did prevail:
unto heavenly •noch that spent so much of his time in com•union and fellowship with God, w•• •e shall behold such Christians within 〈 … 〉 ••erlasting rest, that have spent so 〈 … 〉 •heir time in corresponding with 〈 … 〉 it not be a mystery unto believing Abraha• when he shall behold such misbelievers, su• disputers of the promises of God, advan•• to Reign with christ? Will it not be a ••stery unto wrestling Jacob, when he sh•• behold these Christians once crowned w•• immortal glory, that did so little know w•• it was as Princes to wrestle with God, 〈 ◊ 〉 they did prevail:
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Will it not be a wond• to patient Job, when he shall behold su•• impatient Christians as we have been, en••ing into that blessed place of repose? W• it not be a mystery unto holy David, wh• he shall behold such unmortified Christi•• entering within that City, into which 〈 ◊ 〉 unclean thing doth enter? Will it not b• mystery unto tender Josiah, to behold s• Christians as we are, that have our hea• dying as a stone within us, entering i• Heaven? Will it not be a mysterie unto 〈 ◊ 〉 right Nathaniel, to behold such hypoc••call Christians as the most part of us are, ••tering within the holy place,
Will it not be a wond• to patient Job, when he shall behold su•• impatient Christians as we have been, en••ing into that blessed place of repose? W• it not be a mystery unto holy David, wh• he shall behold such unmortified Christi•• entering within that city, into which 〈 ◊ 〉 unclean thing does enter? Will it not b• mystery unto tender Josiah, to behold s• Christians as we Are, that have our hea• dying as a stone within us, entering i• Heaven? Will it not be a mystery unto 〈 ◊ 〉 right Nathaniel, to behold such hypoc••call Christians as the most part of us Are, ••tering within the holy place,
and to 〈 ◊ 〉 those that have been cloathed with hypo•sie and guile, now c•oathed with the r•• of immortal Glory? And will it not 〈 ◊ 〉 mysterie unto self denied Paul, when shall behold so proud and selfish Christian enter into Heaven? Give me leave to this, go where we will, we shall be m• lesse and singular;
and to 〈 ◊ 〉 those that have been clothed with hypo•sie and guile, now c•oathed with the r•• of immortal Glory? And will it not 〈 ◊ 〉 mystery unto self denied Paul, when shall behold so proud and selfish Christian enter into Heaven? Give me leave to this, go where we will, we shall be m• less and singular;
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Within a short time a real Christian shall be exalted above the reach of his misbelieving, 〈 ◊ 〉 hypocrite shall be depressed below the •each of his faith,
Within a short time a real Christian shall be exalted above the reach of his misbelieving, 〈 ◊ 〉 hypocrite shall be depressed below the •each of his faith,
But to come to that which we intend to speak to, we told you when first we began our discourse upon that pretious and exalting grace of Faith under a •wofold notion and consideration. First, As it is justifying:
But to come to that which we intend to speak to, we told you when First we began our discourse upon that precious and exalting grace of Faith under a •wofold notion and consideration. First, As it is justifying:
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And now being 〈 ◊ 〉 speak of it in this consideration, we 〈 ◊ 〉 made choise of this place, in which 〈 … 〉 ••ings concerning the Promises, 〈 … 〉 2. In a Christians believing of spiritual p••mises, there is often some sense and rea•• that helpeth him to the exercise of Fai•• at least, they presse not the contrary;
And now being 〈 ◊ 〉 speak of it in this consideration, we 〈 ◊ 〉 made choice of this place, in which 〈 … 〉 ••ings Concerning the Promises, 〈 … 〉 2. In a Christians believing of spiritual p••mises, there is often Some sense and rea•• that Helpeth him to the exercise of Fai•• At least, they press not the contrary;
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b• to believe a temporal Promise, when a Ch••stian is redacted unto a strait, and that 〈 ◊ 〉 can see no outgate present, sense and re•son stands upon the top of his Faith, a• presseth him to dispair:
b• to believe a temporal Promise, when a Ch••stian is redacted unto a strait, and that 〈 ◊ 〉 can see no outgate present, sense and re•son Stands upon the top of his Faith, a• Presseth him to despair:
As for instance when a Christian is living upon the top of mountain, and knoweth not where to s• at night, to believe that there is a prom•• upon which he may rest, that he shall 〈 ◊ 〉 want his food;
As for instance when a Christian is living upon the top of mountain, and Knoweth not where to s• At night, to believe that there is a prom•• upon which he may rest, that he shall 〈 ◊ 〉 want his food;
Here, 〈 ◊ 〉 hath not only reason to dispute against, b• the strong pinching sense of hunger, bo•• crying out, How can bread be given in 〈 ◊ 〉 wildernesse? 3 The tentations that assa• a Christian to misbelieve upon temporal pr•mises, they are more subtile and more co• naturall to a Christian,
Here, 〈 ◊ 〉 hath not only reason to dispute against, b• the strong pinching sense of hunger, bo•• crying out, How can bred be given in 〈 ◊ 〉 Wilderness? 3 The tentations that assa• a Christian to misbelieve upon temporal pr•mises, they Are more subtle and more co• natural to a Christian,
we are ready to ye• to misbelief then, because we think it is ••tional, and speaketh the truth. 4 A Ch••stian is often so affrighted by his daily ••ings,
we Are ready to ye• to misbelief then, Because we think it is ••tional, and speaks the truth. 4 A Ch••stian is often so affrighted by his daily ••ings,
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or some particular more grosse o• breakings in his life, that howbeit he 〈 ◊ 〉 (through grace) be helped to belive 〈 ◊ 〉 the Lord shall make out these prom• which concern his eternall salvation, an• •o him good in the latter end:
or Some particular more gross o• breakings in his life, that howbeit he 〈 ◊ 〉 (through grace) be helped to believe 〈 ◊ 〉 the Lord shall make out these prom• which concern his Eternal salvation, an• •o him good in the latter end:
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and therefore may punish his present failing with the like calamities as he hath lone others. 5. There is also much of a •atural and carnal self love to a present life, •emaining in the best, that we are many times worse to satisfie in our securities for the •hings of this life,
and Therefore may Punish his present failing with the like calamities as he hath lone Others. 5. There is also much of a •atural and carnal self love to a present life, •emaining in the best, that we Are many times Worse to satisfy in our securities for the •hings of this life,
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And the last ground of it may be a •hristians unacquaintednesse with that lo• 〈 ◊ 〉 exercising Faith upon temporal promises, •ere being many who think not that there 〈 ◊ 〉 use for Faith,
And the last ground of it may be a •hristians unacquaintedness with that lo• 〈 ◊ 〉 exercising Faith upon temporal promises, •ere being many who think not that there 〈 ◊ 〉 use for Faith,
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And this may ap•ar most clearly, in that we find men more •sily bear their spirituall wants (even a ••ristian that is most exercised) then they ••r their temporal want;
And this may ap•ar most clearly, in that we find men more •sily bear their spiritual Wants (even a ••ristian that is most exercised) then they ••r their temporal want;
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and more cor••ption and impatience doth arise from tem••al want, then from spiritual want. 2. Consider, That all a Christians du•• 〈 ◊ 〉 turned over into promises;
and more cor••ption and impatience does arise from tem••al want, then from spiritual want. 2. Consider, That all a Christians du•• 〈 ◊ 〉 turned over into promises;
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And in the thirteenth 〈 ◊ 〉 Zechary, at the close, Thou shalt call me 〈 ◊ 〉 Father, and so in Ezek. 11.19. Is not m•tification a Christians duty, Colos. 3.5. M•tifie therefore your members; and it is turn over in a promise, Jer. 32.28. and Ez• 36.25, 29. where he promiseth, that 〈 ◊ 〉 will purge away all their uncleannesses;
And in the thirteenth 〈 ◊ 〉 Zechariah, At the close, Thou shalt call me 〈 ◊ 〉 Father, and so in Ezekiel 11.19. Is not m•tification a Christians duty, Colos 3.5. M•tifie Therefore your members; and it is turn over in a promise, Jer. 32.28. and Ez• 36.25, 29. where he promises, that 〈 ◊ 〉 will purge away all their Uncleannesses;
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a• it is clear from Micah 7.19. I will sub• (said he) all thine iniquities, it is not sa• thou must subdue them, but, I will do it, 〈 ◊ 〉 not also the knowledge of God a comm•ded duty? and yet it is turned over in a p••mise in the Covenant of Grace;
a• it is clear from micah 7.19. I will sub• (said he) all thine iniquities, it is not sa• thou must subdue them, but, I will do it, 〈 ◊ 〉 not also the knowledge of God a comm•ded duty? and yet it is turned over in a p••mise in the Covenant of Grace;
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And, 2. there is this advanage of it, that all the duties required of a Christian are turned over in promises because by this means, a Christian may go to God when he cannot perform such a duty,
And, 2. there is this advanage of it, that all the duties required of a Christian Are turned over in promises Because by this means, a Christian may go to God when he cannot perform such a duty,
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There is this third Consideration that we would propose, that there are some things •f a Christian within a promise, that he doth not believe to be within it, especially these •hree:
There is this third Consideration that we would propose, that there Are Some things •f a Christian within a promise, that he does not believe to be within it, especially these •hree:
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First, the challenges of a Christian •re within a promise, when ye are convinced, •hat is the accomplishment of a promise •his is clear from Isai. 30.21. where convictions and challenges are turned over into promise;
First, the challenges of a Christian •re within a promise, when you Are convinced, •hat is the accomplishment of a promise •his is clear from Isaiah 30.21. where convictions and challenges Are turned over into promise;
And it may be clear, that our co•ctions are the accomplishment of prom••• because it is a work of the Comforter well to convince, Joh. 16.9. as it is him to make one rejoyce:
And it may be clear, that our co•ctions Are the accomplishment of prom••• Because it is a work of the Comforter well to convince, John 16.9. as it is him to make one rejoice:
and if a Christ could believe that his challenges were accomplishment of a promise, he might brace his challenges, he might see the fa•••fulnesse of God in his challenges,
and if a christ could believe that his challenges were accomplishment of a promise, he might brace his challenges, he might see the fa•••fulnesse of God in his challenges,
〈 ◊ 〉 Christians crosse is within a promise, so t• when a Christian meets with such affliction he may sit down and cry out, this is the complishment of a promise,
〈 ◊ 〉 Christians cross is within a promise, so t• when a Christian meets with such affliction he may fit down and cry out, this is the complishment of a promise,
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and this is ch•• from Psal. 89.31, 32. wherein in the m• of the promises of the Covenant of Gra•• that promise of visiting their iniquities w•rods, is put in the bosome of them:
and this is ch•• from Psalm 89.31, 32. wherein in the m• of the promises of the Covenant of Gra•• that promise of visiting their iniquities w•rods, is put in the bosom of them:
and may be clear also from that word, Heb. 12. Forget not the exhortation, (speaking of crosse) the word is, Forget not the cons•tion that speaketh unto you:
and may be clear also from that word, Hebrew 12. Forget not the exhortation, (speaking of cross) the word is, Forget not the cons•tion that speaks unto you:
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And if this wer• lieved, that our crosses were the accomp•ment of the promises, it would help a ••stian unto much humble submission, 〈 ◊ 〉 there would not be murmuring under th• if once we did believe that they were accomplishment of a promise:
And if this wer• lieu, that our Crosses were the accomp•ment of the promises, it would help a ••stian unto much humble submission, 〈 ◊ 〉 there would not be murmuring under th• if once we did believe that they were accomplishment of a promise:
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Yea, the 〈 ◊ 〉 advantage further, that if we did be•• ••at our crosses were the accomplishment •f a promise, we would be much in advanc••g holinesse under our crosse.
Yea, the 〈 ◊ 〉 advantage further, that if we did be•• ••at our Crosses were the accomplishment •f a promise, we would be much in advanc••g holiness under our cross.
And there is this, Thirdly, ••at is within the promises, even your daily ••od, and the hairs of your head, the hairs 〈 ◊ 〉 a Christians head are numbred, and with••• the Covenant.
And there is this, Thirdly, ••at is within the promises, even your daily ••od, and the hairs of your head, the hairs 〈 ◊ 〉 a Christians head Are numbered, and with••• the Covenant.
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So that ye may see what 〈 ◊ 〉 high respect Christ hath put upon Christi••s, that is clear from that word, Psal. 111. • 8. He hath given meat unto them that fear •im, He will ever be mindfull of His Cove•nt.
So that you may see what 〈 ◊ 〉 high respect christ hath put upon Christi••s, that is clear from that word, Psalm 111. • 8. He hath given meat unto them that Fear •im, He will ever be mindful of His Cove•nt.
It is certain that a Christian is often••es put to this, Doth his promise fail for •ermore? and cryeth out, Why art thou be••me unto me as a liar, and as waters that fail;
It is certain that a Christian is often••es put to this, Does his promise fail for •ermore? and Cries out, Why art thou be••me unto me as a liar, and as waters that fail;
as u• prosperitie, since we have greater stro• to bear the one, then to endure the o• 2. The slothfulnesse of a Christian to w• the promises are made, this makes the ••mises to be delayed in their performance was clear in the people of Israel; the fourty years in a wildernesse,
as u• Prosperity, since we have greater stro• to bear the one, then to endure the o• 2. The slothfulness of a Christian to w• the promises Are made, this makes the ••mises to be delayed in their performance was clear in the people of Israel; the fourty Years in a Wilderness,
for inde•much for a Christian to believe upon a 〈 ◊ 〉 when it is delayed in its accomplish •e fourth ground of delay is, that the excise of prayer may be more;
for inde•much for a Christian to believe upon a 〈 ◊ 〉 when it is delayed in its accomplish •e fourth ground of Delay is, that the excise of prayer may be more;
and from 2 Sam. 7. 〈 ◊ 〉 where the great promises being made to •vid, he cryeth out, Therefore have I found my heart to pray this prayer unto God, and it clear from Psal. 119.49. Perform the word to thy servant upon which thou hast caused 〈 ◊ 〉 to hope.
and from 2 Sam. 7. 〈 ◊ 〉 where the great promises being made to •vid, he Cries out, Therefore have I found my heart to pray this prayer unto God, and it clear from Psalm 119.49. Perform the word to thy servant upon which thou hast caused 〈 ◊ 〉 to hope.
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There is this other ground of the delayes accomplishment of the promises, even at the thing that is promised may be more •eet to a Christian when it cometh:
There is this other ground of the delays accomplishment of the promises, even At the thing that is promised may be more •eet to a Christian when it comes:
to take up your •ead and your drink as the accomplishment •f your promises, it would make them re••shfull to you. 6. The Lord delayes his •romises, that a Christian may be more in the exercise of dependency,
to take up your •ead and your drink as the accomplishment •f your promises, it would make them re••shfull to you. 6. The Lord delays his •romises, that a Christian may be more in the exercise of dependency,
an• lieve it, that if necessity did not drive a 〈 ◊ 〉 stiun unto the foot of the Throne, we w•• seldom go from a principle of love, or 〈 ◊ 〉 a principle of faith.
an• lieve it, that if necessity did not drive a 〈 ◊ 〉 stiun unto the foot of the Throne, we w•• seldom go from a principle of love, or 〈 ◊ 〉 a principle of faith.
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& the glory of his p• in the accomplishment of the pro• When the promise is long beneath gro• then the wisdom and power of God 〈 ◊ 〉 more appear in the accomplishment of 〈 ◊ 〉 promise.
& the glory of his p• in the accomplishment of the pro• When the promise is long beneath gro• then the Wisdom and power of God 〈 ◊ 〉 more appear in the accomplishment of 〈 ◊ 〉 promise.
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And from this I would only 〈 ◊ 〉 to Christians that are under that exer• compleaning of the want of the perform• of the promises, these few things: 1. 〈 ◊ 〉 lieve that the promise shall once be ac• plished, that though the vision tarry, yet a•• it shall speak.
And from this I would only 〈 ◊ 〉 to Christians that Are under that exer• compleaning of the want of the perform• of the promises, these few things: 1. 〈 ◊ 〉 lieve that the promise shall once be ac• plished, that though the vision tarry, yet a•• it shall speak.
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And, 3. that pro• that cometh after long delayes, it hath 〈 ◊ 〉 three sweet and soul-refreshing attend• 1. It is performed most seasonably, a 〈 ◊ 〉 •tian if he will observe, he will see in• •sedom shining in timeing the accomplish••nt of the promise to such a particular •y:
And, 3. that pro• that comes After long delays, it hath 〈 ◊ 〉 three sweet and Soul-refreshing attend• 1. It is performed most seasonably, a 〈 ◊ 〉 •tian if he will observe, he will see in• •sedom shining in timing the accomplish••nt of the promise to such a particular •y:
a Christian will be constrained to cry ••t, if the promise had been fulfilled before, •ere had not been such arte of wisdome •pearing in the performance of it. 2. Th•• •e promise when it is accomplished, w••• •gage a Christian more in the exercise of •ve,
a Christian will be constrained to cry ••t, if the promise had been fulfilled before, •ere had not been such art of Wisdom •pearing in the performance of it. 2. Th•• •e promise when it is accomplished, w••• •gage a Christian more in the exercise of •ve,
Now we shall shut up our discourse at •is time, and shall only speak to these fix •fects of a Christians faith in believing the •omises. 1. That our faith is impatient, •e cannot stay upon the promise if it be de•yed:
Now we shall shut up our discourse At •is time, and shall only speak to these fix •fects of a Christians faith in believing the •omises. 1. That our faith is impatient, •e cannot stay upon the promise if it be de•yed:
which •eaketh this, That it is impossible for a •hristian to believe as he ought, that want•h the exercise of patience. See Heb. 6.12. •e ye followers of them, who through faith and •tience inherit the promise:
which •eaketh this, That it is impossible for a •hristian to believe as he ought, that want•h the exercise of patience. See Hebrew 6.12. •e you followers of them, who through faith and •tience inherit the promise:
2. Our faith in closing with the Promises, it is most unconstant 〈 ◊ 〉 Christian when first a promise is born in 〈 ◊ 〉 on his spirit, he will then believe the p•mise and joyn with it;
2. Our faith in closing with the Promises, it is most unconstant 〈 ◊ 〉 Christian when First a promise is born in 〈 ◊ 〉 on his Spirit, he will then believe the p•mise and join with it;
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but after six or ven dayes go about, he will change 〈 ◊ 〉 Faith: this is remarkably clear from E•• 4.31. compared with Exod. 6.9. W• first the promise cometh to the people of •rael, that they shall go out of Egypt, it is 〈 ◊ 〉 of them in the fourth Chapter at the cl•• They believed the promise, and worshipp• But look to them in Exod. 6.9. and ther• will see them not believing, because of 〈 ◊ 〉 ternesse and anxiety of heart:
but After six or ven days go about, he will change 〈 ◊ 〉 Faith: this is remarkably clear from E•• 4.31. compared with Exod 6.9. W• First the promise comes to the people of •rael, that they shall go out of Egypt, it is 〈 ◊ 〉 of them in the fourth Chapter At the cl•• They believed the promise, and worshipp• But look to them in Exod 6.9. and ther• will see them not believing, Because of 〈 ◊ 〉 ternesse and anxiety of heart:
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and his soul will be tr• ported with joy after it, and at another 〈 ◊ 〉 when he shall read that promise again, it 〈 ◊ 〉 be tastelesse as the white of an egge, and as sorrowfull meat. 2. That we are not m• in studying the exercise of the things 〈 ◊ 〉 are promised, which certainly would 〈 ◊ 〉 short many of our debates.
and his soul will be tr• ported with joy After it, and At Another 〈 ◊ 〉 when he shall read that promise again, it 〈 ◊ 〉 be tasteless as the white of an egg, and as sorrowful meat. 2. That we Are not m• in studying the exercise of the things 〈 ◊ 〉 Are promised, which Certainly would 〈 ◊ 〉 short many of our debates.
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There is 〈 ◊ 〉 third defect of our Faith, That we are 〈 ◊ 〉 diligent, a diligent faith we call this, 〈 ◊ 〉 after a Christian hath believed, he woul• much in the exercise of prayer,
There is 〈 ◊ 〉 third defect of our Faith, That we Are 〈 ◊ 〉 diligent, a diligent faith we call this, 〈 ◊ 〉 After a Christian hath believed, he woul• much in the exercise of prayer,
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and when promises •ds you believe. 2. It is hard for a Chri••an to take impossibilities in the one hand, •d the word of promise in the other, and 〈 ◊ 〉, O precious Christ reconcile these two ••gether, that impossibilities do not destroy •e promise,
and when promises •ds you believe. 2. It is hard for a Chri••an to take impossibilities in the one hand, •d the word of promise in the other, and 〈 ◊ 〉, Oh precious christ reconcile these two ••gether, that impossibilities do not destroy •e promise,
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And lastly, there is this, •at our faith upon the promises is general, 〈 ◊ 〉 believe the truth of the promises, but 〈 ◊ 〉 study notto make a particular applicati•• of them.
And lastly, there is this, •at our faith upon the promises is general, 〈 ◊ 〉 believe the truth of the promises, but 〈 ◊ 〉 study notto make a particular applicati•• of them.
But I would say a word unto these are destitute of the Faith of the promise are strangers unto these blessed thing• are recorded within the Covenant: A• is onely this;
But I would say a word unto these Are destitute of the Faith of the promise Are Strangers unto these blessed thing• Are recorded within the Covenant: A• is only this;
doubtlesse ye must b• your sences, if ye will not believe his W• It is a question indeed, Which of al• senses shall be most satisfied in heaven, •ther that of seeing,
doubtless you must b• your Senses, if you will not believe his W• It is a question indeed, Which of al• Senses shall be most satisfied in heaven, •ther that of seeing,
It is 〈 ◊ 〉 question, Which of all the five sens• •epr••ate shall be tormented in He• •hat would ye answer to it now? Whether •hink ye the sense of sight,
It is 〈 ◊ 〉 question, Which of all the five sens• •epr••ate shall be tormented in He• •hat would you answer to it now? Whither •hink you the sense of sighed,
when ye shall be•• old that darknesse of wrath, the devil and •is angels, and your fellow-prisoners in that •ungeon? Or whether shall your sense of •earing be most tormented in hell,
when you shall be•• old that darkness of wrath, the Devil and •is Angels, and your Fellow prisoners in that •ungeon? Or whither shall your sense of •earing be most tormented in hell,
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when ye •all hear those screighings and howlings ••at shall eternally ascend up before God, •y the souls that are in prison? O but the •eatest enemy would have compassion up•• is enemy, to hear their cryes:
when you •all hear those screighings and howlings ••at shall eternally ascend up before God, •y the Souls that Are in prison? O but the •eatest enemy would have compassion up•• is enemy, to hear their cries:
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Or, whether •ill ye say the sense of tasting shall be most •rmented, when ye shall drink of these ri•ers of brimstone? Or, will the sense of •uching,
Or, whither •ill you say the sense of tasting shall be most •rmented, when you shall drink of these ri•ers of brimstone? Or, will the sense of •uching,
when ye shall eter••lly be, as it were, suffocated with the •oke of that sulphurious furnace that shall ever be quenched? O think you if Cain• •ould come from hell and preach that do•rine, that we should not persecute the ••nts, would we listen unto him? If A•••lon should come from hell,
when you shall eter••lly be, as it were, suffocated with the •oke of that sulphurous furnace that shall ever be quenched? O think you if Cain• •ould come from hell and preach that do•rine, that we should not persecute the ••nts, would we listen unto him? If A•••lon should come from hell,
and should •each against the evil of ambition, would ye •ten unto him? And if Achitophel should •se from the dead and preach that doctrine ••to you, Let not the wise man glory in his •isdome, would we stop our ears? Or if •udas would come from hell and preach to •u the evil of hypocrifie, in betraying th• •n of man with a kisse, would we belie• •m? Or if Dives that is recorded in 〈 ◊ 〉 •spel should come from hell, and 〈 ◊ 〉 •at Text to preach upon, Jam. 5.1. 〈 ◊ 〉 ye rich men and houl, and weep for your 〈 ◊ 〉 ries that shall come upon you.
and should •each against the evil of ambition, would you •ten unto him? And if Ahithophel should •se from the dead and preach that Doctrine ••to you, Let not the wise man glory in his •isdome, would we stop our ears? Or if •udas would come from hell and preach to •u the evil of hypocrify, in betraying th• •n of man with a kiss, would we belie• •m? Or if Dives that is recorded in 〈 ◊ 〉 •spel should come from hell, and 〈 ◊ 〉 •at Text to preach upon, Jam. 5.1. 〈 ◊ 〉 you rich men and houl, and weep for your 〈 ◊ 〉 rises that shall come upon you.
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SERMON II. • Pet. 1.4. Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises, that by these you might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
SERMON II • Pet. 1.4. Whereby Are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises, that by these you might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
•ere are these two things that we would ••ve Christians principally to study. 1. That 〈 ◊ 〉 would be much in the study of these •rongs and injuries that ye have done to •rist:
•ere Are these two things that we would ••ve Christians principally to study. 1. That 〈 ◊ 〉 would be much in the study of these •rongs and injuries that you have done to •rist:
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And, 2. that ye would be much 〈 ◊ 〉 the study of these infinit acts of precious •ndescendency that Christ hath manifested •wards you, that the one may provoke you •to sorrow and humility,
And, 2. that you would be much 〈 ◊ 〉 the study of these infinite acts of precious •ndescendency that christ hath manifested •wards you, that the one may provoke you •to sorrow and humility,
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And I would ask you this, 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ should present that challenge unto 〈 ◊ 〉, which Absolon presented unto Hushai, 〈 ◊ 〉 this thy kindnesse unto thy friend? O be••ed, what could you answer,
And I would ask you this, 〈 ◊ 〉 christ should present that challenge unto 〈 ◊ 〉, which Absalom presented unto Hushai, 〈 ◊ 〉 this thy kindness unto thy friend? Oh be••ed, what could you answer,
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when you •re thus reproved? I think if Christ had •t forgetfulnesse for that blessed end, to ••get the wrongs and injuries of his own, I know not unto what use Christ should 〈 ◊ 〉 forgetfulnesse,
when you •re thus reproved? I think if christ had •t forgetfulness for that blessed end, to ••get the wrongs and injuries of his own, I know not unto what use christ should 〈 ◊ 〉 forgetfulness,
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they forget much Christ, 〈 ◊ 〉 is the great author of the promises, so 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 may charge them with this, Why hav• •••gotten me? 2. They forget their 〈 ◊ 〉 ••es,
they forget much christ, 〈 ◊ 〉 is the great author of the promises, so 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 may charge them with this, Why hav• •••gotten me? 2. They forget their 〈 ◊ 〉 ••es,
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yea sometimes 〈 ◊ 〉 forget them before Christ doth forget t•• and passe an act of pardon upon the• shall not stand long to plead with you your undervaluings of that blessed and 〈 ◊ 〉 Plant of renown;
yea sometime 〈 ◊ 〉 forget them before christ does forget t•• and pass an act of pardon upon the• shall not stand long to plead with you your undervaluings of that blessed and 〈 ◊ 〉 Plant of renown;
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but besides, is t• not this to testifie how much you u•• value that holy and just one; that ye 〈 ◊ 〉 more to have an outward conformity 〈 ◊ 〉 him, than to have an inward.
but beside, is t• not this to testify how much you u•• valve that holy and just one; that you 〈 ◊ 〉 more to have an outward conformity 〈 ◊ 〉 him, than to have an inward.
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And is there not this also 〈 ◊ 〉 testifieth our undervaluings of Christ 〈 ◊ 〉 we slight so much, secret and retired respondence and communion with hi• suppose there are some that are he•e, 〈 ◊ 〉 •nsciences beareth them record, they do •t exercise themselves unto godlinesse,
And is there not this also 〈 ◊ 〉 Testifieth our undervaluings of christ 〈 ◊ 〉 we slight so much, secret and retired respondence and communion with hi• suppose there Are Some that Are he•e, 〈 ◊ 〉 •nsciences bears them record, they do •t exercise themselves unto godliness,
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and shall only say that word, that Gideon spake 〈 ◊ 〉 another case, If God be with us, how 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 all this come upon us? such a spirit of •o••ality, such a spirit of lazinesse, such a •irit of hardnesse,
and shall only say that word, that gideon spoke 〈 ◊ 〉 Another case, If God be with us, how 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 all this come upon us? such a Spirit of •o••ality, such a Spirit of laziness, such a •irit of hardness,
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and such a spirit of un•rvaluing of Christ? I suppose, that if •ere were a Chronicle written of all the •es of the Saints that have been since Adams •yes,
and such a Spirit of un•rvaluing of christ? I suppose, that if •ere were a Chronicle written of all the •es of the Saints that have been since Adams •yes,
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and the Christians of this time should •ad over that Chronicle, when they should •gin and read the life of Adam, they might •t this to the close of it, my life is not ••e his,
and the Christians of this time should •ad over that Chronicle, when they should •gin and read the life of Adam, they might •t this to the close of it, my life is not ••e his,
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But to come to the words, we told you the last occasion that we spake upon them, •at there were these things concerning the •omises holden forth in them. 1. The rise 〈 ◊ 〉 the promises is holden forth in these words, •hereby, or as we cleared the words may be •us rendered, by whom, which relateth un•• Jesus Christ.
But to come to the words, we told you the last occasion that we spoke upon them, •at there were these things Concerning the •omises held forth in them. 1. The rise 〈 ◊ 〉 the promises is held forth in these words, •hereby, or as we cleared the words may be •us rendered, by whom, which relateth un•• jesus christ.
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There is that second pro• •y of the promises, that they are unchable, holden forth in that word, Given, gifts and calling of God being without retance. And the third property of the 〈 ◊ 〉 mises was, That they were exceeding gr•. And the fourth, That they were exce•• precious.
There is that second pro• •y of the promises, that they Are unchable, held forth in that word, Given, Gifts and calling of God being without retance. And the third property of the 〈 ◊ 〉 mises was, That they were exceeding gr•. And the fourth, That they were exce•• precious.
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The third thing concerning the prom•holden forth in the words, is the advan•• that floweth to a Christian by the pro• that by them they might be made partake the divine nature.
The third thing Concerning the prom•holden forth in the words, is the advan•• that flows to a Christian by the pro• that by them they might be made partake the divine nature.
And the last thing concerning them 〈 ◊ 〉 that time when the promises were espe•••y accomplished, it was then, when we escaped the pollutions of the world th•• lust.
And the last thing Concerning them 〈 ◊ 〉 that time when the promises were espe•••y accomplished, it was then, when we escaped the pollutions of the world th•• lust.
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Now, as for the first thing, to wit, fountain, original and rise of the prom• which is Jesus Christ, By whom; In spe• unto this, we shall speak a little unto 〈 ◊ 〉 two. 1. In what respects Christ ma•• said to be the fountain and original of promises;
Now, as for the First thing, to wit, fountain, original and rise of the prom• which is jesus christ, By whom; In spe• unto this, we shall speak a little unto 〈 ◊ 〉 two. 1. In what respects christ ma•• said to be the fountain and original of promises;
and had •ight unto it, it was through the bloud of hit rosse: and it is clear in Eph. 3.6. that the •romises of the Gospel were given unto us in •im, that is, through the purchase of him, •nd his merits: and 1 Pet. 1.19. where •e are said to be bought by his bloud:
and had •ight unto it, it was through the blood of hit rose: and it is clear in Ephesians 3.6. that the •romises of the Gospel were given unto us in •im, that is, through the purchase of him, •nd his merits: and 1 Pet. 1.19. where •e Are said to be bought by his blood:
Secondly, Christ may be said to be •e fountain of the Promises, in this respect, •at he is the Person unto whom the pro•ises of the Covenant are first made,
Secondly, christ may be said to be •e fountain of the Promises, in this respect, •at he is the Person unto whom the pro•ises of the Covenant Are First made,
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and •rough him are made over unto us; this is •ear in Gal. 3.16. the promises were given ••to Abraham, not unto many seeds, but as to one, that is Christ;
and •rough him Are made over unto us; this is •ear in Gal. 3.16. the promises were given ••to Abraham, not unto many seeds, but as to one, that is christ;
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It is true, •t the promises are not given to Christ, •nsidered only as the Son of God, (for so 〈 ◊ 〉 had no other relation to us then the Fa••er of the holy Ghost) but yet they are, ••st, made to him as the Mediator and head 〈 ◊ 〉 his Church, and as that blessed Dayes man, 〈 ◊ 〉 King of Saints, and the Great Lord ••per of all the Rights of the young heirs Glory;
It is true, •t the promises Are not given to christ, •nsidered only as the Son of God, (for so 〈 ◊ 〉 had no other Relation to us then the Fa••er of the holy Ghost) but yet they Are, ••st, made to him as the Mediator and head 〈 ◊ 〉 his Church, and as that blessed Days man, 〈 ◊ 〉 King of Saints, and the Great Lord ••per of all the Rights of the young Heirs Glory;
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Thirdly, There is this •pect, in which Christ may be said to be 〈 ◊ 〉 fountain of the promises, that he it is whom we have a right unto all the proses;
Thirdly, There is this •pect, in which christ may be said to be 〈 ◊ 〉 fountain of the promises, that he it is whom we have a right unto all the proses;
this is clear, 1 Cor. 3 12, 13. where••se two are conjoyned, ye are Christs, and •n all things are yours: If once a soul close with Christ in the Covenant of p•mise, there is not one promise in Scriptu•• but he may write this superscription ab•• it, This is mine, this is mine.
this is clear, 1 Cor. 3 12, 13. where••se two Are conjoined, you Are Christ, and •n all things Are yours: If once a soul close with christ in the Covenant of p•mise, there is not one promise in Scriptu•• but he may write this superscription ab•• it, This is mine, this is mine.
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and maketh u• rest upon them, and to believe them, 〈 ◊ 〉 David did acknowledge, Psal. 119.49. 〈 ◊ 〉 member thy word unto thy servant, upon w• thou hast caused me to hope:
and makes u• rest upon them, and to believe them, 〈 ◊ 〉 David did acknowledge, Psalm 119.49. 〈 ◊ 〉 member thy word unto thy servant, upon w• thou hast caused me to hope:
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Christ giveth us stre•• to obey the condition that is annexed to promise, and Christ he infuseth habi•• grace in us, by which we may be helpe• exercise faith upon the promises:
christ gives us stre•• to obey the condition that is annexed to promise, and christ he infuseth habi•• grace in us, by which we may be helpe• exercise faith upon the promises:
Six• The last respect in which Christ may b• to be the fountain of the promises, is, 〈 ◊ 〉 all the promises of the everlasting Cove• they have their accomplishment through• according to that word, 2 Cor. 1.20. A promises of God are in him yea, and i• Amen;
Six• The last respect in which christ may b• to be the fountain of the promises, is, 〈 ◊ 〉 all the promises of the everlasting Cove• they have their accomplishment through• according to that word, 2 Cor. 1.20. A promises of God Are in him yea, and i• Amen;
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That which secondly we shall speak to ••om this, that Christ is the fountain of the •romises, shall be to presse upon Christians ••ese three excellent and soul-concerning ••ties.
That which secondly we shall speak to ••om this, that christ is the fountain of the •romises, shall be to press upon Christians ••ese three excellent and soul-concerning ••ties.
O but if a Christian did be••eve that the promise that he hath for his ••ily bread, it was bought with the blood 〈 ◊ 〉 the second Person of the blessed Trinity, •ould he not have an high account of that ••omise? And let me tell you, it is impos••le for the promises to be in high account •ith you, till once ye reduce them unto their ••e, and to their fountain:
Oh but if a Christian did be••eve that the promise that he hath for his ••ily bred, it was bought with the blood 〈 ◊ 〉 the second Person of the blessed Trinity, •ould he not have an high account of that ••omise? And let me tell you, it is impos••le for the promises to be in high account •ith you, till once you reduce them unto their ••e, and to their fountain:
and from thence they have •wed unto you, and then when this is be•••ved, how shall ye sit down and comfort ••ur selves in the promises, and rejoyce ex•••dingly in them.
and from thence they have •wed unto you, and then when this is be•••ved, how shall you fit down and Comfort ••ur selves in the promises, and rejoice ex•••dingly in them.
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The second duty that we presse upon you •••m this, is, That since Christ is the foun•••••n and original of the Promises, be much 〈 ◊ 〉 the application of the Promises.
The second duty that we press upon you •••m this, is, That since christ is the foun•••••n and original of the Promises, be much 〈 ◊ 〉 the application of the Promises.
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Then from that ye may 〈 … 〉 have a right to the promises, and are not 〈 ◊ 〉 glad tidings? I know there are some are under such convictions of their sin, they think it boldness to apply the prom•.
Then from that you may 〈 … 〉 have a right to the promises, and Are not 〈 ◊ 〉 glad tidings? I know there Are Some Are under such convictions of their since, they think it boldness to apply the prom•.
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if ye will look to these g• promises of the everlasting Covenant, they not given to that Christian that is det a need, Isa. 55.1, 2. and Matth. 〈 ◊ 〉 where the great promise of the Gosp•• given out,
if you will look to these g• promises of the everlasting Covenant, they not given to that Christian that is debt a need, Isaiah 55.1, 2. and Matthew 〈 ◊ 〉 where the great promise of the Gosp•• given out,
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and the invitation of 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ, is unto these that are weary and •Iaden. Christ would account it an exce• courtesie, that ye would not dispute, believe,
and the invitation of 〈 ◊ 〉 christ, is unto these that Are weary and •Iaden. christ would account it an exce• courtesy, that you would not dispute, believe,
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and that ye would look upon y• necessities as his call to believe the prom• 2. A person that hath a high account o• Promises, he hath a right to apply the• mises:
and that you would look upon y• necessities as his call to believe the prom• 2. A person that hath a high account o• Promises, he hath a right to apply the• mises:
to meet with 〈 ◊ 〉 word of promise born in upon his spirit 〈 ◊ 〉 that doth uphold him in the day of his triall he may probably conclude he hath a right t• believe that promise. 4. There is that ev••dence, persons that have an high account 〈 ◊ 〉 the promises, they have a right to apply 〈 ◊ 〉 promises, it is an excellent and most conce•• ning work for a Christian to believe the excellency of the promises,
to meet with 〈 ◊ 〉 word of promise born in upon his Spirit 〈 ◊ 〉 that does uphold him in the day of his trial he may probably conclude he hath a right t• believe that promise. 4. There is that ev••dence, Persons that have an high account 〈 ◊ 〉 the promises, they have a right to apply 〈 ◊ 〉 promises, it is an excellent and most conce•• ning work for a Christian to believe the excellency of the promises,
when he cannot have the actual application of the Promise• For when once a Christian cometh to this 〈 ◊ 〉 that the great things of the everlasting Covenant are matchlesse in his eyes;
when he cannot have the actual application of the Promise• For when once a Christian comes to this 〈 ◊ 〉 that the great things of the everlasting Covenant Are matchless in his eyes;
when they are sweet 〈 … 〉 •aste, and are the refreshing and rejoy 〈 ◊ 〉 his heart, that is an undeniable sign that 〈 ◊ 〉 hath a right to make use of such promises 〈 ◊ 〉 Were your souls never refreshed by reading of the boundlesse Covenant of love, an• the sweet promises that are in it? I would have Christians marking these promises tha• have upholden them in their straits, I would have them marking the promises that ha•• been lievely to their souls,
when they Are sweet 〈 … 〉 •aste, and Are the refreshing and rejoy 〈 ◊ 〉 his heart, that is an undeniable Signen that 〈 ◊ 〉 hath a right to make use of such promises 〈 ◊ 〉 Were your Souls never refreshed by reading of the boundless Covenant of love, an• the sweet promises that Are in it? I would have Christians marking these promises tha• have upholden them in their straits, I would have them marking the promises that ha•• been lievely to their Souls,
and say, Th• once was my goodly meat, and made me 〈 ◊ 〉 rejoyce in the house of my affliction; and 〈 ◊ 〉 would have a Christian marking the time 〈 ◊ 〉 the accomplishment of the Promises, 〈 ◊ 〉 which he will see infinite wisdom shining 〈 ◊ 〉 ordering the accomplishment of the pr• nises to such a time.
and say, Th• once was my goodly meat, and made me 〈 ◊ 〉 rejoice in the house of my affliction; and 〈 ◊ 〉 would have a Christian marking the time 〈 ◊ 〉 the accomplishment of the Promises, 〈 ◊ 〉 which he will see infinite Wisdom shining 〈 ◊ 〉 ordering the accomplishment of the pr• nises to such a time.
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when the promises are accomplished (as ye will find often in Scripture) and 〈 ◊ 〉 •ll this, ye should find such a reviving an• profitable delight in the promises, th• •ould give a very full evidence of your righ unto them. 6. Lastly,
when the promises Are accomplished (as you will find often in Scripture) and 〈 ◊ 〉 •ll this, you should find such a reviving an• profitable delight in the promises, th• •ould give a very full evidence of your Right unto them. 6. Lastly,
when 〈 ◊ 〉 Christian is convinced, there is no joy 〈 ◊ 〉 •e had under such a crosse but in the faith•• •e promises, that is an evidence that th• person hath a right to the promises.
when 〈 ◊ 〉 Christian is convinced, there is no joy 〈 ◊ 〉 •e had under such a cross but in the faith•• •e promises, that is an evidence that th• person hath a right to the promises.
and your little exercise •ith? I would pose you with this, w•• ••st studied ye to apply any promise of 〈 ◊ 〉 Covenant of Grace? When last did ye ex•ercise faith upon any of them? Shall I tell you what is the practise of the most part of us, we study perhaps to apply one promise,
and your little exercise •ith? I would pose you with this, w•• ••st studied you to apply any promise of 〈 ◊ 〉 Covenant of Grace? When last did you ex•ercise faith upon any of them? Shall I tell you what is the practice of the most part of us, we study perhaps to apply one promise,
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The second thing that I shall speak to upon the application of the promise, shall be to propose unto you some rules that ye would mare use of in the application of them,
The second thing that I shall speak to upon the application of the promise, shall be to propose unto you Some rules that you would mare use of in the application of them,
Frst, Study these four things, one is the faith•ninesse and truth of the promises, that such thing is the saying of him that is the faithful witnesse, and Amen:
First, Study these four things, one is the faith•ninesse and truth of the promises, that such thing is the saying of him that is the faithful witness, and Amen:
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This was the• practie of Paul, 1 Tim. 1.15. the way how• he was ought to make application of the promise was, 1. by laying down that conclusion this is a faithfull saying;
This was the• practie of Paul, 1 Tim. 1.15. the Way how• he was ought to make application of the promise was, 1. by laying down that conclusion this is a faithful saying;
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except ye believe the truth of the promises; and this w• the practice of David, 2 Sam. 7.28. T• words are truth, O Lord, he subjoyneth th• unto the actual application of the promise 2. Study the sweetnesse and excellency 〈 ◊ 〉 the promises, this was the practice of Pa•• 1 Tim. 1.15. This is a faithfull saying, 〈 ◊ 〉 then he subjoyneth, and worthy of all acctation:
except you believe the truth of the promises; and this w• the practice of David, 2 Sam. 7.28. T• words Are truth, Oh Lord, he subjoineth th• unto the actual application of the promise 2. Study the sweetness and excellency 〈 ◊ 〉 the promises, this was the practice of Pa•• 1 Tim. 1.15. This is a faithful saying, 〈 ◊ 〉 then he subjoineth, and worthy of all acctation:
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And this was the practice of David Psal. 119.72. I have esteemed the laws of 〈 ◊ 〉 mouth better then thousands of gold and sil•• O such an opinion, to esteem the promi•• better then thousands of gold!
And this was the practice of David Psalm 119.72. I have esteemed the laws of 〈 ◊ 〉 Mouth better then thousands of gold and sil•• Oh such an opinion, to esteem the promi•• better then thousands of gold!
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he had a higher acco•• of the promises, then to divide the spo• •••er war. 3. Let the Christian study 〈 ◊ 〉 necessity that he hath of the promise, th• there is no way of winning above that necesity but the closing with the promise, a•• saying hold upon it. 4. Lastly, A Christ in would study the suitablnesse that is in 〈 ◊ 〉 promise to answer their necessities that they be under need, there is aprecio• way of remedy manifested unto them 〈 ◊ 〉 •hese.
he had a higher acco•• of the promises, then to divide the spo• •••er war. 3. Let the Christian study 〈 ◊ 〉 necessity that he hath of the promise, th• there is no Way of winning above that necessity but the closing with the promise, a•• saying hold upon it. 4. Lastly, A christ in would study the suitableness that is in 〈 ◊ 〉 promise to answer their necessities that they be under need, there is aprecio• Way of remedy manifested unto them 〈 ◊ 〉 •hese.
The second rule that we would prescr•• 〈 ◊ 〉 the application of the promises, is, T•• ye do not expect sensible comforts immediately after ye have believed the promise, a Christian may apply the promises,
The second Rule that we would prescr•• 〈 ◊ 〉 the application of the promises, is, T•• you do not expect sensible comforts immediately After you have believed the promise, a Christian may apply the promises,
and yet he is a believer of the promises in the mean time, •s the words following doth clear, Quicken one according to thy word, he layeth claim to the promise,
and yet he is a believer of the promises in the mean time, •s the words following does clear, Quicken one according to thy word, he Layeth claim to the promise,
A Christian after he hath believed the promise, he would put a blank in Christs hand concerning the sweetnesse of the promises to be made out in its own time.
A Christian After he hath believed the promise, he would put a blank in Christ hand Concerning the sweetness of the promises to be made out in its own time.
but as for sense, is for quickening, as for comforting, as for receiving, ye must put a blank in the hand of Christ to dispense these things to you as he seeth fit.
but as for sense, is for quickening, as for comforting, as for receiving, you must put a blank in the hand of christ to dispense these things to you as he sees fit.
I would say this 〈 ◊ 〉 Christian, that ye may oftentimes suspect 〈 ◊ 〉 promise is not near to be accomplishe• when reason saith, Behold the word of the L•• cometh, and that of times the Lord is nea•• when we begin to passe a conclusion, 〈 ◊ 〉 Word is not at hand,
I would say this 〈 ◊ 〉 Christian, that you may oftentimes suspect 〈 ◊ 〉 promise is not near to be accomplishe• when reason Says, Behold the word of the L•• comes, and that of times the Lord is nea•• when we begin to pass a conclusion, 〈 ◊ 〉 Word is not At hand,
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and the time of the 〈 ◊ 〉 complishment of the promise is not nea• Certainly many times before Christ acco•plish the promises, he will learn us to be ••ing above sense and reason,
and the time of the 〈 ◊ 〉 complishment of the promise is not nea• Certainly many times before christ acco•plish the promises, he will Learn us to be ••ing above sense and reason,
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and so• time cryeth out, Why art thou become unto as a liar, and waters that fail? So on 〈 ◊ 〉 other hand, ye are to build your faith up• the promises,
and so• time Cries out, Why art thou become unto as a liar, and waters that fail? So on 〈 ◊ 〉 other hand, you Are to built your faith up• the promises,
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And may we not cry out, Who 〈 ◊ 〉 take up the wayes of God, whose ways more subtil than the way of an eagle in the 〈 ◊ 〉 the way of a serpent upon the rock,
And may we not cry out, Who 〈 ◊ 〉 take up the ways of God, whose ways more subtle than the Way of an Eagl in the 〈 ◊ 〉 the Way of a serpent upon the rock,
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or the 〈 ◊ 〉 of a ship upon the sea, &c. The fourth rule that we would prescribe into you in the application of the promises, 〈 ◊ 〉, That ye would close absolutely with the promises, I mean, without limiting the only •ne.
or the 〈 ◊ 〉 of a ship upon the sea, etc. The fourth Rule that we would prescribe into you in the application of the promises, 〈 ◊ 〉, That you would close absolutely with the promises, I mean, without limiting the only •ne.
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we will close with the promise, •ur with this restraint laid upon Christ, •hat whensoever we begin to believe the promises, all things might go as we desire:
we will close with the promise, •ur with this restraint laid upon christ, •hat whensoever we begin to believe the promises, all things might go as we desire:
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•nd this is the great occasion that we do so •equently reject our confidence, and do re•se our hope when God doth not answer •ur peremptory expectations.
•nd this is the great occasion that we do so •equently reject our confidence, and do re•se our hope when God does not answer •ur peremptory Expectations.
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There is a threefold sight of •hrist that a Christian should have when he •pplyeth the promises, a Christian should •ave a sight of the boundlesse and conde•ending love of Christ, that so he may be •onstrained to hope,
There is a threefold sighed of •hrist that a Christian should have when he •pplyeth the promises, a Christian should •ave a sighed of the boundless and conde•ending love of christ, that so he may be •onstrained to hope,
and may be constrained 〈 ◊ 〉 love. 2. A Christian should eye the •ithfulnesse and unchangeablenesse of Christ, •hat what his blessed lips have spoken, he •ill also do, and what he hath said, he will •ikewise bring to passe.
and may be constrained 〈 ◊ 〉 love. 2. A Christian should eye the •ithfulnesse and unchangeableness of christ, •hat what his blessed lips have spoken, he •ill also do, and what he hath said, he will •ikewise bring to pass.
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And O when •hall we have occasion to sing that song, What hath God wrought for us, which was the •ong that Balaam sung who yet was but 〈 ◊ 〉 •rofane wretch.
And Oh when •hall we have occasion to sing that song, What hath God wrought for us, which was the •ong that balaam sung who yet was but 〈 ◊ 〉 •rofane wretch.
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6. There is this rule that we would prescribe unto you in the application of the promises, that a Christian after he hath applyed them, he would be much in the exercise of Prayer for the accomplishment of these promises;
6. There is this Rule that we would prescribe unto you in the application of the promises, that a Christian After he hath applied them, he would be much in the exercise of Prayer for the accomplishment of these promises;
And in Jer. 29.10, and 12. where the time is coming, when God would accomplish his good word (as he speaketh) that is subjoyned in vers. 12. Then shall ye call upon me, and seek after me:
And in Jer. 29.10, and 12. where the time is coming, when God would accomplish his good word (as he speaks) that is subjoined in vers. 12. Then shall you call upon me, and seek After me:
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The smallest mercy that a Christian meeteth with, if he can call it Samuel, that is, The son of prayer, and if ye can call it Isaac, that is, The childe of promise, he may then,
The Smallest mercy that a Christian meeteth with, if he can call it Samuel, that is, The son of prayer, and if you can call it Isaac, that is, The child of promise, he may then,
O but to eat and drink, taking these things as the accomplishment of the promises, this would make us eat our bread with singlnesse of heart, and much chearfulnesse.
O but to eat and drink, taking these things as the accomplishment of the promises, this would make us eat our bred with singleness of heart, and much cheerfulness.
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and a Christian is not much in the exercise of Prayer in the accomplishment of it, one to a hundred if he lose not the sanctified use of the accomplishment of that promise.
and a Christian is not much in the exercise of Prayer in the accomplishment of it, one to a hundred if he loose not the sanctified use of the accomplishment of that promise.
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And the last word that I would say to this, is, That a Christian who believeth the promises, notwithstanding that dispensations seem to contradict it, that promise shall be made most refreshful unto his spirit, when it is accomplished.
And the last word that I would say to this, is, That a Christian who Believeth the promises, notwithstanding that dispensations seem to contradict it, that promise shall be made most refreshful unto his Spirit, when it is accomplished.
but it will impare the sweetnesse of the promise when it is accomplished, except so far, that the transcendant and free love of Christ is seen in the accomplishment of them, notwithstanding of our misbelief.
but it will impare the sweetness of the promise when it is accomplished, except so Far, that the Transcendent and free love of christ is seen in the accomplishment of them, notwithstanding of our misbelief.
The last rule that I shall offer a Christian in his application of the promises, when ye meet with objections that ye cannot answer, but they do silence you;
The last Rule that I shall offer a Christian in his application of the promises, when you meet with objections that you cannot answer, but they do silence you;
The weal•nesse of his own body, and the deadnesse o• Sarahs womb were so strong objections 〈 ◊ 〉 the way of the accomplishment of the pr•mises, that he could not answer them;
The weal•nesse of his own body, and the deadness o• Sarahs womb were so strong objections 〈 ◊ 〉 the Way of the accomplishment of the pr•mises, that he could not answer them;
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The third thing that we shall speak to, 〈 ◊ 〉 relation to the application of the promis•• shall be somwhat for helping a Christian th• is standing at too great a distance, to get th• promises applied.
The third thing that we shall speak to, 〈 ◊ 〉 Relation to the application of the promis•• shall be somewhat for helping a Christian th• is standing At too great a distance, to get th• promises applied.
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and what others have met with When ye begin to apply a promise, ye ma• be helped in the Faith of applying promise by beholding these great records of the faithfulnesse of God that are extant.
and what Others have met with When you begin to apply a promise, you ma• be helped in the Faith of applying promise by beholding these great records of the faithfulness of God that Are extant.
This w•• the way the Angel took with Mary, Luk. 〈 ◊ 〉 36. where helping her to believe that pr•mise, that of her should be born the Messia•• this is the way that he strengthened he•• Thy cosin Elizabeth is now with childe, 〈 ◊ 〉 hath gone six moneths, even she that was call• barren. And I shall onely name these 〈 ◊ 〉 places in Scripture which may help you ••ceedingly,
This w•• the Way the Angel took with Marry, Luk. 〈 ◊ 〉 36. where helping her to believe that pr•mise, that of her should be born the Messia•• this is the Way that he strengthened he•• Thy Cousin Elizabeth is now with child, 〈 ◊ 〉 hath gone six months, even she that was call• barren. And I shall only name these 〈 ◊ 〉 places in Scripture which may help you ••ceedingly,
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and strengthen you to believe 〈 ◊ 〉 promises upon this account. There is that word in Exod. 12.41. and 51. It is a most remarkable saying, At the end of the four hundred and thirty years, on that same very day, (there was not one day misled after the time that was set was accomplished) In that same very day they came out, and this is marked in ver. 51. again:
and strengthen you to believe 〈 ◊ 〉 promises upon this account. There is that word in Exod 12.41. and 51. It is a most remarkable saying, At the end of the four hundred and thirty Years, on that same very day, (there was not one day misled After the time that was Set was accomplished) In that same very day they Come out, and this is marked in ver. 51. again:
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And there is that word 1 King. 8.56. where Solomon, when he is singing most sweetly to God, he taketh an observation of this, Loe (saith he) there hath not failed one word that God hath spoken to you by his servant Moses.
And there is that word 1 King. 8.56. where Solomon, when he is singing most sweetly to God, he Takes an observation of this, Lo (Says he) there hath not failed one word that God hath spoken to you by his servant Moses.
and the paw of the Bear, he will deliver me from this uncircumcised Philistine, 1 Sam. 17.35. and 37 46. And this was the practice of the Apostle Paul, 2 Tim. 4.17, 18. God hath delivered me from that cruel lion:
and the paw of the Bear, he will deliver me from this uncircumcised Philistine, 1 Sam. 17.35. and 37 46. And this was the practice of the Apostle Paul, 2 Tim. 4.17, 18. God hath Delivered me from that cruel Lion:
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There is not one experience of this kind, but it preacheth that unto you: O believe the promise, and do not call in question his faithfulnesse. Thirdly, There is that help;
There is not one experience of this kind, but it Preacheth that unto you: Oh believe the promise, and do not call in question his faithfulness. Thirdly, There is that help;
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that 〈 ◊ 〉 study much the excellency of the promise• that is the most noble and excellent way 〈 ◊ 〉 move you to apply the promises, accordin• to that word, Psal. 119.111. I have ma•• thy testimonies my heritage for ever, and th• ground of it is that, Because they are the r•joycing of my heart.
that 〈 ◊ 〉 study much the excellency of the promise• that is the most noble and excellent Way 〈 ◊ 〉 move you to apply the promises, accordin• to that word, Psalm 119.111. I have ma•• thy testimonies my heritage for ever, and th• ground of it is that, Because they Are the r•joycing of my heart.
This is clear in Zee• 12.1. where God going to passe many excellent promises, he ushers in that discour• with high and majestick descriptions of h• power, in that he streatcheth forth the heaven and layeth the foundation of the earth, a•• formeth the spirit of man within him.
This is clear in Zee• 12.1. where God going to pass many excellent promises, he ushers in that discour• with high and majestic descriptions of h• power, in that he streatcheth forth the heaven and Layeth the Foundation of the earth, a•• formeth the Spirit of man within him.
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An this was the practice of Abraham, Rom. 4. 2• the way how he came to believe the promise He counted him able that had made it, that 〈 ◊ 〉 might perform it.
an this was the practice of Abraham, Rom. 4. 2• the Way how he Come to believe the promise He counted him able that had made it, that 〈 ◊ 〉 might perform it.
This was the way that Sar• came to the faith of the promises, Heb. 〈 ◊ 〉 11. She believed, and the ground of it 〈 ◊ 〉 that she judged him faithfull that had •••nised.
This was the Way that Sar• Come to the faith of the promises, Hebrew 〈 ◊ 〉 11. She believed, and the ground of it 〈 ◊ 〉 that she judged him faithful that had •••nised.
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Now the last duty that we would presse from this point, that Christ is the fountain of the promises, is, that we may have an high esteem of the Promiser;
Now the last duty that we would press from this point, that christ is the fountain of the promises, is, that we may have an high esteem of the Promiser;
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and if ye will not take with the challenge, let your hearts but answer these two or three things. 1. Hath not the losse of things in the world affected your heart more,
and if you will not take with the challenge, let your hearts but answer these two or three things. 1. Hath not the loss of things in the world affected your heart more,
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then ever absence from Christ did? Hath it not? And can such a soul say, I have an high account of the Promiser? Is it possible, that these that will mourn more under the absence of their Idols than for the want of him, that they can have •n high account of Jesus Christ? I am perswaded of this, there are some Merchants, that the losse of their goods at the Sea, hath diverted them from their nights rest,
then ever absence from christ did? Hath it not? And can such a soul say, I have an high account of the Promiser? Is it possible, that these that will mourn more under the absence of their Idols than for the want of him, that they can have •n high account of jesus christ? I am persuaded of this, there Are Some Merchant's, that the loss of their goods At the Sea, hath diverted them from their nights rest,
and of silver and gold, hath affected your hearts more with joy than 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ did? And have you a high es•• of the Promiser? 3. Are you taking 〈 ◊ 〉 light to entertain fellowship and comm•• on with the Promiser;
and of silver and gold, hath affected your hearts more with joy than 〈 ◊ 〉 christ did? And have you a high es•• of the Promiser? 3. are you taking 〈 ◊ 〉 Light to entertain fellowship and comm•• on with the Promiser;
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Is this true? W• went you to your prayers, but ye wear•ere ye went away? And have ye a h•• account of the Promiser? Is not that 〈 ◊ 〉 language of your hearts;
Is this true? W• went you to your Prayers, but you wear•ere you went away? And have you a h•• account of the Promiser? Is not that 〈 ◊ 〉 language of your hearts;
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I know there are atheists he• that would love to go to heaven with•• Faith, Love, Prayer and Repentance, th• would love to go to heaven by a way t•• never one went before them.
I know there Are atheists he• that would love to go to heaven with•• Faith, Love, Prayer and Repentance, th• would love to go to heaven by a Way t•• never one went before them.
O remem•• and comfort your selves in the thoughts 〈 ◊ 〉 the blessed day which Christ (after he ha•• past the sentence of condemnation upon 〈 ◊ 〉 wicked) shall go in upon the head of 〈 ◊ 〉 Troups of the first born, he shall walk before us through the Ports of the New 〈 ◊ 〉 rusalem, having Crowns of Immortal G•• upon his head,
Oh remem•• and Comfort your selves in the thoughts 〈 ◊ 〉 the blessed day which christ (After he ha•• passed the sentence of condemnation upon 〈 ◊ 〉 wicked) shall go in upon the head of 〈 ◊ 〉 Troops of the First born, he shall walk before us through the Ports of the New 〈 ◊ 〉 rusalem, having Crowns of Immortal G•• upon his head,
and then shall follow 〈 ◊ 〉 Him His Angels, and then shall follow 〈 ◊ 〉 Him the blessed company of the first 〈 ◊ 〉 every one having the Harps of God in 〈 ◊ 〉 •and,
and then shall follow 〈 ◊ 〉 Him His Angels, and then shall follow 〈 ◊ 〉 Him the blessed company of the First 〈 ◊ 〉 every one having the Harps of God in 〈 ◊ 〉 •and,
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so I say, all the curses that are in Deut. 26.27, 28. and all the curses that are within the volumn of the Book of this Covenant, they shall be yea and Amen in a despised Christ,
so I say, all the curses that Are in Deuteronomy 26.27, 28. and all the curses that Are within the Volume of the Book of this Covenant, they shall be yea and Amen in a despised christ,
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SERMON III. 2 Pet. 1.4. Whereby are given un•• us exceeding great and precious pr•mises, that by these you might 〈 ◊ 〉 partakers of the divine nature having escaped the corruption th• is in the world through lust.
SERMON III. 2 Pet. 1.4. Whereby Are given un•• us exceeding great and precious pr•mises, that by these you might 〈 ◊ 〉 partakers of the divine nature having escaped the corruption th• is in the world through lust.
SOmetimes the soul of a Christian dot• move in the paths of God, and in th• wayes towards Zion as the chariots 〈 ◊ 〉 Aminadab, when they are under the sou• enliving and quickening influences of heaven and sometimes the soul of a Christian dot• move in those blessed paths as Pharaohs ch•riots, they drive most heavily, when there 〈 ◊ 〉 a cloud between the precious face of Chri• and them:
Sometime the soul of a Christian dot• move in the paths of God, and in th• ways towards Zion as the chariots 〈 ◊ 〉 Aminadab, when they Are under the sou• enliving and quickening influences of heaven and sometime the soul of a Christian dot• move in those blessed paths as Pharaohs ch•riots, they drive most heavily, when there 〈 ◊ 〉 a cloud between the precious face of Chri• and them:
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there are some th• Christ carrieth to heaven in a chariot pa•• with love, that all alongs their life they 〈 ◊ 〉 living within sight of that promised 〈 ◊ 〉 and are taken up with the refreshing 〈 ◊ 〉 tastes of the heavenly joyes;
there Are Some th• christ Carrieth to heaven in a chariot pa•• with love, that all alongs their life they 〈 ◊ 〉 living within sighed of that promised 〈 ◊ 〉 and Are taken up with the refreshing 〈 ◊ 〉 tastes of the heavenly Joys;
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and such a one was Job. 3. There are some that Christ carryeth to Heaven in a fiery chariot, that all alongs their life they are under distracting terrours of the most High,
and such a one was Job. 3. There Are Some that christ Carrieth to Heaven in a fiery chariot, that all alongs their life they Are under distracting terrors of the most High,
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And there are some that Satan carryeth to hell in a chariot of profanity and ignorance of God, whose judgement goeth before hand, and they are known that they are going there.
And there Are Some that Satan Carrieth to hell in a chariot of profanity and ignorance of God, whose judgement Goes before hand, and they Are known that they Are going there.
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And there are some that Satan carryeth to hell in a chariot of civility, whose Religion stands in thi•, •••cerning the letter of the Law to be blamele•• And certainly, believing of the promis• and studying to exercise faith upon them, that which might prevent many of th• damnable soul destroying and murder• delusions that are within some of our brea•• There are three things in Scripture that a• called precious:
And there Are Some that Satan Carrieth to hell in a chariot of civility, whose Religion Stands in thi•, •••cerning the Letter of the Law to be blamele•• And Certainly, believing of the promis• and studying to exercise faith upon them, that which might prevent many of th• damnable soul destroying and murder• delusions that Are within Some of our brea•• There Are three things in Scripture that a• called precious:
Faith is called precious, 2 P•• 1.1 To you that are partakers of the li•precious faith with us, and the Promises th• are called precious, in the words that 〈 ◊ 〉 have read,
Faith is called precious, 2 P•• 1.1 To you that Are partakers of the li•precious faith with us, and the Promises th• Are called precious, in the words that 〈 ◊ 〉 have read,
O Christians and expectants of he•ven, would ye know what is the rise of 〈 ◊ 〉 the sad things that have befallen you in the• dayes? It is this in short, ye believe not th• promises.
O Christians and expectants of he•ven, would you know what is the rise of 〈 ◊ 〉 the sad things that have befallen you in the• days? It is this in short, you believe not th• promises.
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O Christian, wh• is the rise of your little mortification? 〈 ◊ 〉 it not because ye believe not the promise• for by them ye should be made partakers 〈 ◊ 〉 the divine nature.
O Christian, wh• is the rise of your little mortification? 〈 ◊ 〉 it not Because you believe not the promise• for by them you should be made partakers 〈 ◊ 〉 the divine nature.
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What a heart is that, O Christian, that can neither believe promises, believe threatnings, nor obey commands? What a heart is that, that can •either sorrow for sin,
What a heart is that, Oh Christian, that can neither believe promises, believe threatenings, nor obey commands? What a heart is that, that can •either sorrow for since,
At the last occasion that we spake upon these words, we spake a little to the first thing in them, which was the rise and originall of the promises, holden forth in that word, Whereby, or by whom. The second thing in the words, was the properties of the promises;
At the last occasion that we spoke upon these words, we spoke a little to the First thing in them, which was the rise and original of the promises, held forth in that word, Whereby, or by whom. The second thing in the words, was the properties of the promises;
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The first property of the promises is, t• they are free, which is imported in 〈 ◊ 〉 word, are given; all the promises of 〈 ◊ 〉 everlasting Covenant being the precious 〈 ◊ 〉 free gifts of God.
The First property of the promises is, t• they Are free, which is imported in 〈 ◊ 〉 word, Are given; all the promises of 〈 ◊ 〉 everlasting Covenant being the precious 〈 ◊ 〉 free Gifts of God.
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Hence you will see t• oft times the tenor of the Covenant of Graruns upon that strain, I will give you, as clear, Jer. 32.39. I will give you one hea• and Ezek. 36.26. I will give you a new hea• and Ezek. 11.19.
Hence you will see t• oft times the tenor of the Covenant of Graruns upon that strain, I will give you, as clear, Jer. 32.39. I will give you one hea• and Ezekiel 36.26. I will give you a new hea• and Ezekiel 11.19.
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Now in speaking upon this first proper•• of the promises, to wit, their freedom, shall speak a little unto these two, the fir• thing shall be to point out unto you the w• how a Christian may win to the distinct u• taking of the freedom of the promises, a•• then I shall from thence presse some duties.
Now in speaking upon this First proper•• of the promises, to wit, their freedom, shall speak a little unto these two, the fir• thing shall be to point out unto you the w• how a Christian may win to the distinct u• taking of the freedom of the promises, a•• then I shall from thence press Some duties.
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And in short, as to the first, we concei•• that a Christian may win unto the distin• uptaking of the freedom of the promises, by these Considerations. 1. Let a Christ•• cast his eye upon the sweet rise,
And in short, as to the First, we concei•• that a Christian may win unto the distin• uptaking of the freedom of the promises, by these Considerations. 1. Let a Christ•• cast his eye upon the sweet rise,
Is it not the boundlesse and everlasting lov• of Christ: this is clear, Deut. 7.7. whe• God giving a reason of all the great thi• that he had performed for them, he sett•• down the rise of it, Because I loved you, sa• he:
Is it not the boundless and everlasting lov• of christ: this is clear, Deuteronomy 7.7. whe• God giving a reason of all the great thi• that he had performed for them, he sett•• down the rise of it, Because I loved you, sa• he:
and it is clear, 2 Sam. 〈 ◊ 〉 where David having received many precious promises, he setteth down the rise of all these in that verse, For the words sake, saith he, and according to thine own heart, hast thou done all these things to make them known to thy servant.
and it is clear, 2 Sam. 〈 ◊ 〉 where David having received many precious promises, he sets down the rise of all these in that verse, For the words sake, Says he, and according to thine own heart, hast thou done all these things to make them known to thy servant.
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And it is clear, Ezek. 17.8. where God calleth the time of entering into Covenant with them, a time of love; that love it was eminently shyning in that day when God did condescend to Covenant with them:
And it is clear, Ezekiel 17.8. where God calls the time of entering into Covenant with them, a time of love; that love it was eminently shining in that day when God did condescend to Covenant with them:
To perform the mercy to Abraham, which is the Promises, and they are so called, because mercy and boundlesse love is the sole fountain and spring of all these promises.
To perform the mercy to Abraham, which is the Promises, and they Are so called, Because mercy and boundless love is the sole fountain and spring of all these promises.
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Secondly, Consider the persons who have right to make use of the promises? Must not the promises be free when the proclamation is upon these tearms, Rev. 22.17.
Secondly, Consider the Persons who have right to make use of the promises? Must not the promises be free when the proclamation is upon these terms, Rev. 22.17.
It is known that Faith is the condition of the promises, and it is certain Christ giveth 〈 ◊ 〉 Believer that condition as well as he give th• him the promise, Philip. 1.29. To you it is given to believe, and Eph. 2.8. It is the gift of God:
It is known that Faith is the condition of the promises, and it is certain christ gives 〈 ◊ 〉 Believer that condition as well as he give th• him the promise, Philip. 1.29. To you it is given to believe, and Ephesians 2.8. It is the gift of God:
Fourthl• Ye may read the freedom of the promises, ye consider the time when the promises a•• accomplished, it is often at such a time, wh• the Christian hath been,
Fourthl• You may read the freedom of the promises, you Consider the time when the promises a•• accomplished, it is often At such a time, wh• the Christian hath been,
and is under no ••ry spiritual frame. Hence ye will see 〈 ◊ 〉 Ezek. 16.60.61. that when the promis• are accomplished, then God requireth conf•sion and blushing of face, because of their fo•mer wayes: and Ezek. 36.31.
and is under no ••ry spiritual frame. Hence you will see 〈 ◊ 〉 Ezekiel 16.60.61. that when the promis• Are accomplished, then God requires conf•sion and blushing of face, Because of their fo•mer ways: and Ezekiel 36.31.
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And if there were no other thing to speak the freedome of the promises, but the trysting of the accomplishment of them with such a frame, it were more then sufficient:
And if there were no other thing to speak the freedom of the promises, but the trysting of the accomplishment of them with such a frame, it were more then sufficient:
But besides this, see Davids practice, 2 Sam. 7.8. he readeth the freedom of the promises from his own imperfections, What am I (saith he) and what is my fathers house, that thou shouldest have brought me hitherto? And even in the same Text, there is an Emphasis in that word, to us, Whereby are given to us, as if the• Apostle did say, to prove that the promis•• are gifts:
But beside this, see Davids practice, 2 Sam. 7.8. he readeth the freedom of the promises from his own imperfections, What am I (Says he) and what is my Father's house, that thou Shouldst have brought me hitherto? And even in the same Text, there is an Emphasis in that word, to us, Whereby Are given to us, as if the• Apostle did say, to prove that the promis•• Are Gifts:
Ye may read the freedom of the Promises, 〈 ◊ 〉 ye will consider and take up the infinit ful•nesse and all-sufficiency of the Promiser, that there is nothing without himself that can perswade him to give such promises.
You may read the freedom of the Promises, 〈 ◊ 〉 you will Consider and take up the infinite ful•nesse and All-sufficiency of the Promiser, that there is nothing without himself that can persuade him to give such promises.
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when he is making the Covenant with Abraham, he putteth it still in the Frontispiece of the Covenant, I am God all-sufficient, as it were, to put off all thoughts of merit that Abraham might have,
when he is making the Covenant with Abraham, he putteth it still in the Frontispiece of the Covenant, I am God All-sufficient, as it were, to put off all thoughts of merit that Abraham might have,
and that Abraham might be perswaded of this, that there was not any imaginable perfection in himself, that could be the ground & rise of such promises.
and that Abraham might be persuaded of this, that there was not any imaginable perfection in himself, that could be the ground & rise of such promises.
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But when a Christian shall compare himself, and the greatnesse of the promises together, he cannot but then sing that blessed song, These are the gifts and donations of God,
But when a Christian shall compare himself, and the greatness of the promises together, he cannot but then sing that blessed song, These Are the Gifts and donations of God,
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The first, That since the promises of God are free, then as you would not destroy your own souls, be much in making use and application of the Promises:
The First, That since the promises of God Are free, then as you would not destroy your own Souls, be much in making use and application of the Promises:
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Are not the promises your life? Did not all the Saints that went to heaven before us go to heaven, living upon the promises? There was not a step of Abrahams life,
are not the promises your life? Did not all the Saints that went to heaven before us go to heaven, living upon the promises? There was not a step of Abrahams life,
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The first is this, There are some Christ•ans that will not apply the promises, because they are under the convictions of their ow• infirmities, and of their own basenesse:
The First is this, There Are Some Christ•ans that will not apply the promises, Because they Are under the convictions of their ow• infirmities, and of their own baseness:
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because ye• consult with your own infirmities. This was the practice of David, Psal. 22.4. Our fathers trusted in thee, they trusted and were delivered:
Because ye• consult with your own infirmities. This was the practice of David, Psalm 22.4. Our Father's trusted in thee, they trusted and were Delivered:
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for as we cleared the last day, necessity giveth a right in making use of the promises. 2, I would say, I am certainly perswaded, that sensible necessity would cut short many of our formal debates, in closing with the promises, necessities (as ye use to speak) hath no Law, and necessity hath no manners.
for as we cleared the last day, necessity gives a right in making use of the promises. 2, I would say, I am Certainly persuaded, that sensible necessity would Cut short many of our formal debates, in closing with the promises, necessities (as you use to speak) hath not Law, and necessity hath no manners.
and therefore they dare not believe the Promise, especially that promise of dosing with Christ, they think they are not under such a deep measure of humiliation, of sorrow for sin,
and Therefore they Dare not believe the Promise, especially that promise of dosing with christ, they think they Are not under such a deep measure of humiliation, of sorrow for since,
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and see if ye can behold a grave upon which this is, written, Behold here lieth a man or a w•man that came to Christ to imbrace him, an• he would not receive them;
and see if you can behold a grave upon which this is, written, Behold Here lies a man or a w•man that Come to christ to embrace him, an• he would not receive them;
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and the ground of it is this, the more that a Christian have real sorrow, he will oftentimes be the more i• the apprehension that he hath not sorrow ▪ Thirdly,
and the ground of it is this, the more that a Christian have real sorrow, he will oftentimes be the more i• the apprehension that he hath not sorrow ▪ Thirdly,
Fourthly, All the qualifications that are annexed unto that promise of closing with Christ, and coming to him, they point out rather the qualification of them that will come,
Fourthly, All the qualifications that Are annexed unto that promise of closing with christ, and coming to him, they point out rather the qualification of them that will come,
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There is that, Psal. 40.11, 12. Let thy truth continually preserve me, that is, let thy promises be accomplished and made lively unto me, which are ••y preservation:
There is that, Psalm 40.11, 12. Let thy truth continually preserve me, that is, let thy promises be accomplished and made lively unto me, which Are ••y preservation:
And there is th•• second expression which is most wonderful• Psal. 25.11. David prayeth for the acco•plishment of that promise, Pardon my si• upon that same very account, Because it 〈 ◊ 〉 great.
And there is th•• second expression which is most wonderful• Psalm 25.11. David Prayeth for the acco•plishment of that promise, Pardon my si• upon that same very account, Because it 〈 ◊ 〉 great.
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And I shall give you a third place i• which the arguing of Faith is most myster•ous, Exod. 33. compared with Exod. 34.9. In the first place, God demeth the accomplishment of that promise, of going 〈 ◊ 〉 amongst that people:
And I shall give you a third place i• which the arguing of Faith is most myster•ous, Exod 33. compared with Exod 34.9. In the First place, God deemeth the accomplishment of that promise, of going 〈 ◊ 〉 among that people:
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God said he would not go up because they were a stiff necked people, a•• Moses desireth him to go up because of th•• And there is this, lastly, that we would sa• to you, that so much dispute;
God said he would not go up Because they were a stiff necked people, a•• Moses Desires him to go up Because of th•• And there is this, lastly, that we would sa• to you, that so much dispute;
If ye would have these qualifications that ye want, y• would study to close with Christ by Faith Would ye have sorrow for sin? then believ• Would ye have high thoughts of Christ? th• believe:
If you would have these qualifications that you want, y• would study to close with christ by Faith Would you have sorrow for since? then believ• Would you have high thoughts of christ? th• believe:
and are accomplished, ye would study to be denied to any merit in your selves, which ye may suppose to be the rise of the giving or accomplishment of the promises.
and Are accomplished, you would study to be denied to any merit in your selves, which you may suppose to be the rise of the giving or accomplishment of the promises.
so that if ye had no other thing to commend your mercy from, but that it is a gift of the heart of Christ, ye may take it in your arms upon this account,
so that if you had no other thing to commend your mercy from, but that it is a gift of the heart of christ, you may take it in your arms upon this account,
yea, I do invite you by all the vertues of that noble Plant of renown; by that everlasting love that dwelt in his precious heart, by all the sufferings and wounds that he received, by his eternal glory,
yea, I do invite you by all the Virtues of that noble Plant of renown; by that everlasting love that dwelled in his precious heart, by all the sufferings and wounds that he received, by his Eternal glory,
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and by all the blessings and joyes of heaven, and by that love that ye owe unto your precious and immortal souls, that ye would come and imbrace him freely offered to you in the Gospel.
and by all the blessings and Joys of heaven, and by that love that you owe unto your precious and immortal Souls, that you would come and embrace him freely offered to you in the Gospel.
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that is, come and receive Christ, and ye shall have as unquestionable a right to him as if ye had bought him, that is to but without money; ye have nothing to commend you to Christ but necessities,
that is, come and receive christ, and you shall have as unquestionable a right to him as if you had bought him, that is to but without money; you have nothing to commend you to christ but necessities,
and so he requireth nothing of you but what he himself doth give, or what is both your duty and advantage to forsake and which is no gain for him to receive:
and so he requires nothing of you but what he himself does give, or what is both your duty and advantage to forsake and which is no gain for him to receive:
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Christ is not enriched by your hearts, and by giving of your consent to him. 3. This is a Gospel mysterie, that we are to buy without money and without price, and yet to buy with a price, according to that word, Prov. 17.17.
christ is not enriched by your hearts, and by giving of your consent to him. 3. This is a Gospel mystery, that we Are to buy without money and without price, and yet to buy with a price, according to that word, Curae 17.17.
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there is a price put in the hand of fools, to buy wisedome, and what is the meaning of that, to buy with price, and buy without price? It is in short this,
there is a price put in the hand of Fools, to buy Wisdom, and what is the meaning of that, to buy with price, and buy without price? It is in short this,
ye would never open your arms again to another lover, if once ye had him between your breasts. O but a sight of him that now is the eternal ravishment of all that are above, would transport your hearts with joy, with delight, and admiration; above all expression.
you would never open your arms again to Another lover, if once you had him between your breasts. Oh but a sighed of him that now is the Eternal ravishment of all that Are above, would transport your hearts with joy, with delight, and admiration; above all expression.
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A Christia• must buy Christ, and yet he must have him freely Is there not an inconsistence, do you suppose, between buying and having freely ▪ But I would say this to clear it, Christ is bot• the seller, he is the wares, and he is th• buyer;
A Christia• must buy christ, and yet he must have him freely Is there not an inconsistence, do you suppose, between buying and having freely ▪ But I would say this to clear it, christ is bot• the seller, he is the wares, and he is th• buyer;
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why ye should no• close with Christ, ye may cut them all asu•der with this knife, This is his Command•ment: And doth he not command you, M• 11.28. Come unto me all ye that labour: A•• Isa. 55.1. Ho, every one that thirsteth, co•• to the water.
why you should no• close with christ, you may Cut them all asu•der with this knife, This is his Command•ment: And does he not command you, M• 11.28. Come unto me all you that labour: A•• Isaiah 55.1. Ho, every one that Thirsteth, co•• to the water.
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I think Christ never weeped so bitterly, as that day when he weeped over Jerusalem, that they would not imbrace him, Luk. 19.41. If thou, even thou, at least, in this thy day, had known these things that belong unto thy peace: And Joh. 5.40. Ye will not come to me that ye may have life.
I think christ never Wept so bitterly, as that day when he Wept over Jerusalem, that they would not embrace him, Luk. 19.41. If thou, even thou, At least, in this thy day, had known these things that belong unto thy peace: And John 5.40. You will not come to me that you may have life.
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doth he increase his gain when ye give him your hearts? No certainly, but he cannot endure that madnesse in you, that ye should forsake your onely gain.
does he increase his gain when you give him your hearts? No Certainly, but he cannot endure that madness in you, that you should forsake your only gain.
Thirdly, Would you do Christ a joyfull turn, and make his heart glad? Imbrace him: This is clear, Luk. 15.5. that when he findeth the sheep that is going astray, He returneth rejoycing. Fourthly, I say no more unto you, would you make all the Persons of the blessed Trinity to rejoyce, would ye make all the Angels of heaven to sing, would ye make all the Saints that are round about the Throne to exult for joy;
Thirdly, Would you do christ a joyful turn, and make his heart glad? Embrace him: This is clear, Luk. 15.5. that when he finds the sheep that is going astray, He returns rejoicing. Fourthly, I say no more unto you, would you make all the Persons of the blessed Trinity to rejoice, would you make all the Angels of heaven to sing, would you make all the Saints that Are round about the Throne to exult for joy;
Four times that command is repeated, return, and the great argument with which he backeth it, is, That all the Persons of the Trinity may rejoyce, That we may look upon thee.
Four times that command is repeated, return, and the great argument with which he backeth it, is, That all the Persons of the Trinity may rejoice, That we may look upon thee.
What will ye give for Christ? O sinners, what will ye gi•• for him? Would ye give the world 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ? I will tell you what ye will 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ for, ye will get him for a very loo• Isa. 45.22. Look unto me, O all ye ends the earth:
What will you give for christ? O Sinners, what will you gi•• for him? Would you give the world 〈 ◊ 〉 christ? I will tell you what you will 〈 ◊ 〉 christ for, you will get him for a very loo• Isaiah 45.22. Look unto me, Oh all you ends the earth:
And think ye not that is a matc•lesse mercy, that the thirty three years ••ferings of Christ, all the pains and cortu•• of his heart, his being under the unsuppo• able wrath of an offended God, the fruit 〈 ◊ 〉 all that should be yours for a look.
And think you not that is a matc•lesse mercy, that the thirty three Years ••ferings of christ, all the pains and cortu•• of his heart, his being under the unsuppo• able wrath of an offended God, the fruit 〈 ◊ 〉 all that should be yours for a look.
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Will 〈 ◊ 〉 deny that to Christ, Oh, do ye ever thi• to find a more down coming market? Ye• fifthly, doth not this speak an admirable w• lingnesse to have you, he is to give you thi• look.
Will 〈 ◊ 〉 deny that to christ, O, do you ever thi• to find a more down coming market? Ye• fifthly, does not this speak an admirable w• lingnesse to have you, he is to give you thi• look.
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It is impossible for these cursed ey• of ours, ever to give precious Christ a loo• and therefore he hath promised to give th• to us, that we may give to him, Zech. 1.10. They shall look to me, that very look y• are to get from Christ, and ye see it is with the compasse of a promise.
It is impossible for these cursed ey• of ours, ever to give precious christ a loo• and Therefore he hath promised to give th• to us, that we may give to him, Zechariah 1.10. They shall look to me, that very look y• Are to get from christ, and you see it is with the compass of a promise.
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and doth not take at our first word: according to that wo•• Song. 5.2. I am wet, saith he, with the d• of the morning, and my locks with 〈 … 〉 the night:
and does not take At our First word: according to that wo•• Song. 5.2. I am wet, Says he, with the d• of the morning, and my locks with 〈 … 〉 the night:
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He was long knock•• 〈 … 〉 heart, and stayed a long time there pac• 〈 ◊ 〉 suffering all the injuries he could meer 〈 ◊ 〉 And I would only pose you, think ye 〈 ◊ 〉 if one of the richest of you were suiting a very poor woman,
He was long knock•• 〈 … 〉 heart, and stayed a long time there pac• 〈 ◊ 〉 suffering all the injuries he could mere 〈 ◊ 〉 And I would only pose you, think you 〈 ◊ 〉 if one of the Richest of you were suiting a very poor woman,
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and she refused you so many times, would your proud hearts submit to take her? And yet how oftentimes hath the precious heart of Christ submitted to many effronts,
and she refused you so many times, would your proud hearts submit to take her? And yet how oftentimes hath the precious heart of christ submitted to many effronts,
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Thirdly, To perswade you to receive Christ in the offer of his free promises, I shall but say these three words and close. 1. Look to these excellent gifts that Christ bringeth with him, he bringeth Justification with him,
Thirdly, To persuade you to receive christ in the offer of his free promises, I shall but say these three words and close. 1. Look to these excellent Gifts that christ brings with him, he brings Justification with him,
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and what •ould ye have more? O but for one saving •••k of his face, it would make your hearts •y down your enimity that you have maintained so long. 2. O Christian, that ye 〈 ◊ 〉 close with Christ, do but remember the ha• pinesse that ye will have in imbracing him I told you not long since,
and what •ould you have more? O but for one Saving •••k of his face, it would make your hearts •y down your enmity that you have maintained so long. 2. O Christian, that you 〈 ◊ 〉 close with christ, do but Remember the ha• pinesse that you will have in embracing him I told you not long since,
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yea, he shall put a royal crown upon your head, a crown of pure Gold; and then that word shall be accomplished to the full, Zech. 9.16. The• shall they be as the stones of a crown lifted 〈 ◊ 〉 and as an ensign upon the land.
yea, he shall put a royal crown upon your head, a crown of pure Gold; and then that word shall be accomplished to the full, Zechariah 9.16. The• shall they be as the stones of a crown lifted 〈 ◊ 〉 and as an ensign upon the land.
and shall p• them upon those heads never to be remov• again, here we are often put to sigh o• that lamentation, The crown is fallen from 〈 ◊ 〉 heads, wo unto us for we have sinned, 〈 ◊ 〉 there shall be no more sin to make our cro• to totter. 2. I must tell you, Th• fourfold sure of apparel that ye 〈 … 〉 cloathed with ere long:
and shall p• them upon those Heads never to be remov• again, Here we Are often put to sighs o• that lamentation, The crown is fallen from 〈 ◊ 〉 Heads, woe unto us for we have sinned, 〈 ◊ 〉 there shall be no more since to make our cro• to totter. 2. I must tell you, Th• fourfold sure of apparel that you 〈 … 〉 clothed with ere long:
ye are now c•ed with heavinesse, but then ye shal be ••ed with the garments of praise; And 〈 ◊ 〉 •er know such a robe as that? Is it not a •ore excellent robe then the robes of Kings •nd Emperours in the earth, to be cloathed with praises? Many of them are and shall be for ever cloathed with infamy and shame. 2. Ye shall be cloathed with change of rayment,
you Are now c•ed with heaviness, but then you shall be ••ed with the garments of praise; And 〈 ◊ 〉 •er know such a robe as that? Is it not a •ore excellent robe then the robes of Kings •nd emperors in the earth, to be clothed with praises? Many of them Are and shall be for ever clothed with infamy and shame. 2. You shall be clothed with change of raiment,
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O Christian, if ye knew your self never so well, ye will be forced to cry out, O! is this I? Is this I that am now made perfect through his comelinesse.
O Christian, if you knew your self never so well, you will be forced to cry out, OH! is this I? Is this I that am now made perfect through his comeliness.
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and these crowns upon your heads, and then shall be walking through these streets that are paved with Gold. 3. I shall give you this word to think upon, That there are five things that shall be your exercise in heaven. 1. Ye shall be constantly taken up in wondering:
and these crowns upon your Heads, and then shall be walking through these streets that Are paved with Gold. 3. I shall give you this word to think upon, That there Are five things that shall be your exercise in heaven. 1. You shall be constantly taken up in wondering:
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and is it not true, that if 〈 ◊ 〉 be now ravished with one of our eyes, 〈 ◊ 〉 4. ver. 9. much more shall he be rav• when both our eyes shall be given to 〈 ◊ 〉 and shall eternally behold him, withou•ing a whoring after other lovers. 2. shall be continually in the exercise of p• joy and light shall be flowing in,
and is it not true, that if 〈 ◊ 〉 be now ravished with one of our eyes, 〈 ◊ 〉 4. ver. 9. much more shall he be rav• when both our eyes shall be given to 〈 ◊ 〉 and shall eternally behold him, withou•ing a whoring After other lovers. 2. shall be continually in the exercise of p• joy and Light shall be flowing in,
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O but to 〈 ◊ 〉 them, it were a heaven, though we had 〈 ◊ 〉 that blessed lot as to sing with them. 3. shall be continually taken up in the exe•• of love:
O but to 〈 ◊ 〉 them, it were a heaven, though we had 〈 ◊ 〉 that blessed lot as to sing with them. 3. shall be continually taken up in the exe•• of love:
and Christ shall be info• you. 4. Ye shal be continually beholding 〈 ◊ 〉 I think it is hardly possible for the wife 〈 ◊ 〉 member her husband in heaven, thou• loved him as her own heart, they will 〈 ◊ 〉 taken up in beholding him that fitteth 〈 ◊ 〉 Throne, they will think it too low an 〈 ◊ 〉 to be taken up with looking upon another in these relations:
and christ shall be info• you. 4. You shall be continually beholding 〈 ◊ 〉 I think it is hardly possible for the wife 〈 ◊ 〉 member her husband in heaven, thou• loved him as her own heart, they will 〈 ◊ 〉 taken up in beholding him that fits 〈 ◊ 〉 Throne, they will think it too low an 〈 ◊ 〉 to be taken up with looking upon Another in these relations:
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O the blessed exercise of these that are now entred within that City, and within these Gates, whose name is 〈 ◊ 〉. 5. Ye shall be continually taken up in beholding, ye shall be alwayes knowing,
O the blessed exercise of these that Are now entered within that city, and within these Gates, whose name is 〈 ◊ 〉. 5. You shall be continually taken up in beholding, you shall be always knowing,
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when the Atheists and refusers 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ they shall change their faith, they shall change their love, they shall change their fea• and they shall change their joy,
when the Atheists and refusers 〈 ◊ 〉 christ they shall change their faith, they shall change their love, they shall change their fea• and they shall change their joy,
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But, O think on th• day when Christ shall sit down in the clou• and ye shall see his beautifull face, every 〈 ◊ 〉 of which shall be able to captivate your hea• if they were then capable to be ravished w• the sight:
But, Oh think on th• day when christ shall fit down in the clou• and you shall see his beautiful face, every 〈 ◊ 〉 of which shall be able to captivate your hea• if they were then capable to be ravished w• the sighed:
SERMON IV. • Pet. 1.4. Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises, that by these you might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
SERMON IV. • Pet. 1.4. Whereby Are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises, that by these you might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
THere are three most glorious and excellent gifts that God hath bestowed upon man, there is that comprehensive gift of heaven, Jesus Christ, who is so called, Joh. 4.10.
THere Are three most glorious and excellent Gifts that God hath bestowed upon man, there is that comprehensive gift of heaven, jesus christ, who is so called, John 4.10.
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A Christian that is united unto him by the bloud of Faith, he may write this above the head of every promise of the everlasting Covenant, this is mine, and this is mine.
A Christian that is united unto him by the blood of Faith, he may write this above the head of every promise of the everlasting Covenant, this is mine, and this is mine.
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and we conceive, that our little making use of these three excellent gifts, is the great occasion and cause why these four most sad and lamentable evils have befallen us. 1. The evill of a silent conscience, that though we be profound to commit iniquity, and do love a reward under every green tree, yet our consciences doth not speak nor reprove us;
and we conceive, that our little making use of these three excellent Gifts, is the great occasion and cause why these four most sad and lamentable evils have befallen us. 1. The evil of a silent conscience, that though we be profound to commit iniquity, and doe love a reward under every green tree, yet our Consciences does not speak nor reprove us;
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are not our mercies Barbarians unto us, speaking to us in an unknown tongue? and yet we may say, there is not a rod nor a mercy a Christian meets with,
Are not our Mercies Barbarians unto us, speaking to us in an unknown tongue? and yet we may say, there is not a rod nor a mercy a Christian meets with,
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And lastly, there is that evil which hath befallen us, and alas, this is the capestone of all, a silent God, who doth not hearken unto the voice of our cryes,
And lastly, there is that evil which hath befallen us, and alas, this is the capstone of all, a silent God, who does not harken unto the voice of our cries,
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And secondly, that we live without sight of our selves, and all this, because 〈 ◊ 〉 live without a sight of these precious Gif• Christ and his Promises. But now to the words;
And secondly, that we live without sighed of our selves, and all this, Because 〈 ◊ 〉 live without a sighed of these precious Gif• christ and his Promises. But now to the words;
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We told you, th• in them there were these four things holden forth concerning the promises. 1. The original and fountain of the promises, in that word, Whereby, or by whom: 2. The properties of the promises which we told you, were these four.
We told you, th• in them there were these four things held forth Concerning the promises. 1. The original and fountain of the promises, in that word, Whereby, or by whom: 2. The properties of the promises which we told you, were these four.
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The first was, that the promises were free, holden forth in that word, they are Given; all the promises of the everlasting Covenant being the noble gifts of God.
The First was, that the promises were free, held forth in that word, they Are Given; all the promises of the everlasting Covenant being the noble Gifts of God.
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The second (of which we are to speak at this time) is this, that the promises of the Covenant they are unchangeable, which is imported also in that word, they are given, the gifts of God being indeed without repentance;
The second (of which we Are to speak At this time) is this, that the promises of the Covenant they Are unchangeable, which is imported also in that word, they Are given, the Gifts of God being indeed without Repentance;
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and the point is clear also, from the name that the promises getteth in Scripture, are they not called the sure mercies of David, Isa. 55.3. and are they not sometimes in Scripture called Truth, as we may see from Micah 7.20.
and the point is clear also, from the name that the promises gets in Scripture, Are they not called the sure Mercies of David, Isaiah 55.3. and Are they not sometime in Scripture called Truth, as we may see from micah 7.20.
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Thirdly, The nature of the Covenant proveeth it, in that it is called an everlasting Covenant, and sometimes a Covenant of Salt, because that Covenant is above the reach of alteration or putrifaction;
Thirdly, The nature of the Covenant proveeth it, in that it is called an everlasting Covenant, and sometime a Covenant of Salt, Because that Covenant is above the reach of alteration or putrefaction;
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Th• Joshua taketh notice of, Chap. 23.24. when 〈 ◊ 〉 when he was a dying, There hath not failed (saith he) one thing of all these good thing 〈 ◊ 〉 that God hath spoken;
Th• joshua Takes notice of, Chap. 23.24. when 〈 ◊ 〉 when he was a dying, There hath not failed (Says he) one thing of all these good thing 〈 ◊ 〉 that God hath spoken;
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and he taketh notice of it, Josh. 21.45. where he hath that same expression again, There hath not failed (saith he) one thing of all the good things that God hath spoken:
and he Takes notice of it, Josh. 21.45. where he hath that same expression again, There hath not failed (Says he) one thing of all the good things that God hath spoken:
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and indeed, there is near six thousand years experience that preacheth this truth, the promises are unchangeable, so that we may now say, The word of the Lord is tried as silver is purified in a furnace of earth hot seven times:
and indeed, there is near six thousand Years experience that Preacheth this truth, the promises Are unchangeable, so that we may now say, The word of the Lord is tried as silver is purified in a furnace of earth hight seven times:
but doth not every one of the cloud of witnesses that have gone before us, leave this testimony upon record, Faithfull is be that hath promised, who will also do it, his promise is with the night and with the day, it cannot be altered, the ordinances of heaven continue to this day, much lesse can this Covenant of love be broken or altered, only w• would have you taking this Caution by th• way, that there are some conditional promises that God passeth unto his people which in the depths of his spotlesse wisdo• he doth not accomplish unto these who ••ver fulfill the condition;
but does not every one of the cloud of Witnesses that have gone before us, leave this testimony upon record, Faithful is be that hath promised, who will also do it, his promise is with the night and with the day, it cannot be altered, the ordinances of heaven continue to this day, much less can this Covenant of love be broken or altered, only w• would have you taking this Caution by th• Way, that there Are Some conditional promises that God passes unto his people which in the depths of his spotless wisdo• he does not accomplish unto these who ••ver fulfil the condition;
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The second thing that we shall speak to upon this, that the promises are unchangeable, shall be to propose these six golden pillars and excellent foundations, upon which the unchangeablenesse of the promises is built.
The second thing that we shall speak to upon this, that the promises Are unchangeable, shall be to propose these six golden pillars and excellent foundations, upon which the unchangeableness of the promises is built.
but he is able to effectuate and to bring to passe: Therefore, 2 Cor. 6.18. when God had been passing many excellent promises, he strengtheneth their faith with this, Thus saith the Lord God Almighty:
but he is able to effectuate and to bring to pass: Therefore, 2 Cor. 6.18. when God had been passing many excellent promises, he strengtheneth their faith with this, Thus Says the Lord God Almighty:
that the Covenant is well ordered, which speaketh out the wisdom of God and then that word is subjoyned, the Covenant is sure, yea, the Covenant of Grace is such a thing, that there is so much of the arte of heaven,
that the Covenant is well ordered, which speaks out the Wisdom of God and then that word is subjoined, the Covenant is sure, yea, the Covenant of Grace is such a thing, that there is so much of the art of heaven,
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as Deut. 7.7, 8. where giving a reason of the accomplishment of many promises, and of his love to them, I loved you, saith he, because I loved you; there being no reason that can be given for love, but love.
as Deuteronomy 7.7, 8. where giving a reason of the accomplishment of many promises, and of his love to them, I loved you, Says he, Because I loved you; there being no reason that can be given for love, but love.
when God is repeating many preciou• Promises unto Moses, He (as it were 〈 ◊ 〉 strengtheneth Moses faith with this, I am, saith he, that I am, which we conceive to point forth the unchangeablnesse of God, that what he hath said, he will certainly accomplish in its own time,
when God is repeating many preciou• Promises unto Moses, He (as it were 〈 ◊ 〉 strengtheneth Moses faith with this, I am, Says he, that I am, which we conceive to point forth the unchangeablnesse of God, that what he hath said, he will Certainly accomplish in its own time,
Love, it maketh the promises, the faithfulnesse and power of God accomplisheth the promises, and the infinit wisdom of God chooseth the most fit time for the performing of them.
Love, it makes the promises, the faithfulness and power of God accomplisheth the promises, and the infinite Wisdom of God chooses the most fit time for the performing of them.
Hence you may see, that oftentimes when God is making promises to his own, he putteth to that word, I that speak in righteousnesse, Isa. 45.19. and Isa. 63.1.
Hence you may see, that oftentimes when God is making promises to his own, he putteth to that word, I that speak in righteousness, Isaiah 45.19. and Isaiah 63.1.
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O! must not the promises be unchangeable that are made by the Father who is the God of Truth? Must not the promises be unchangeable that are received and merited by the Son, that is Truth it self,
OH! must not the promises be unchangeable that Are made by the Father who is the God of Truth? Must not the promises be unchangeable that Are received and merited by the Son, that is Truth it self,
and the faithfull Witnesse, and Amen? Must not the promises be unchangeable that are applyed by the holy Ghost, that is the Spirit of Truth? And must not the promises be unchangeable that are made known unto us by the Gospel, that is the word of Truth? Was there ever any who could leave that upon record of God, that he was unfaithfull in the accomplishment of his promises.
and the faithful Witness, and Amen? Must not the promises be unchangeable that Are applied by the holy Ghost, that is the Spirit of Truth? And must not the promises be unchangeable that Are made known unto us by the Gospel, that is the word of Truth? Was there ever any who could leave that upon record of God, that he was unfaithful in the accomplishment of his promises.
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The last golden pillar, is, The justice of God, His justice, it now putteth him to accomplish his promises, mercy and righteousnesse have now kissed each other:
The last golden pillar, is, The Justice of God, His Justice, it now putteth him to accomplish his promises, mercy and righteousness have now kissed each other:
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O Christians and Expectants of Heaven, who have Christ in you, the hope of Glory, rejoyce and be exceeding glad that the promises are unchangeable. 1. This is a duty that is pressed from that ground, Heb. 6.18. That by two immutable things we might have strong consolation:
Oh Christians and Expectants of Heaven, who have christ in you, the hope of Glory, rejoice and be exceeding glad that the promises Are unchangeable. 1. This is a duty that is pressed from that ground, Hebrew 6.18. That by two immutable things we might have strong consolation:
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Is not unchangeable written above the head of our promises? Is not unchangeable written upon the head of our blessednesse? Is not unchangeable written above the head of our enjoyment of God? That day is coming when we shall have unchangeable love, unchangeable enjoyment of God,
Is not unchangeable written above the head of our promises? Is not unchangeable written upon the head of our blessedness? Is not unchangeable written above the head of our enjoyment of God? That day is coming when we shall have unchangeable love, unchangeable enjoyment of God,
The second duty we would presse, is this, that ye would surcease and give over your disputings and carnal reasonings about the accomplishment of the promises,
The second duty we would press, is this, that you would surcease and give over your disputings and carnal reasonings about the accomplishment of the promises,
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since the promises of God are unchangeable, ought not we with this to silence misbelief, and all that blind humane reason can say: This is pressed, Heb. 6.16. An oath for confirmation, it is an end of all strife.
since the promises of God Are unchangeable, ought not we with this to silence misbelief, and all that blind humane reason can say: This is pressed, Hebrew 6.16. an oath for confirmation, it is an end of all strife.
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And we conceive, that dispensations contradicting the truth of the promises, was the occasion of his speaking that word, Psal. 116.11. I said in my haste, all men are liars.
And we conceive, that dispensations contradicting the truth of the promises, was the occasion of his speaking that word, Psalm 116.11. I said in my haste, all men Are liars.
Would ye know the time when the promises are nearest their accomplishment, it is then when we can least see that they are to be accomplished, the promises are never nearer their performance,
Would you know the time when the promises Are nearest their accomplishment, it is then when we can lest see that they Are to be accomplished, the promises Are never nearer their performance,
I grant this may try the strength of the strongest faith, yea, we finde it hath made the best to stagger when they had no probabilities to tell them that the promise shall be accomplished:
I grant this may try the strength of the Strongest faith, yea, we find it hath made the best to stagger when they had no probabilities to tell them that the promise shall be accomplished:
But I would only say to you that do so much consult with probability in the exercise of your faith, these two things. 1. There is nothing too hard for God, this was the very argument that God took to convince Sarah in the 14. vers.
But I would only say to you that do so much consult with probability in the exercise of your faith, these two things. 1. There is nothing too hard for God, this was the very argument that God took to convince Sarah in the 14. vers.
of that 18. Chapter, Is there any thing too hard for God? And, 2. Faith is never in its native and spiritual exercise, till once probabilities contradict the truth of the promise,
of that 18. Chapter, Is there any thing too hard for God? And, 2. Faith is never in its native and spiritual exercise, till once probabilities contradict the truth of the promise,
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The second ground upon which Christians dispute the accomplishment of the promises, Is their much disputing of their interest in God? Sometimes a Christian will believe a promise,
The second ground upon which Christians dispute the accomplishment of the promises, Is their much disputing of their Interest in God? Sometime a Christian will believe a promise,
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Except a Christian ca• read his name in the ancient records of heaven, and can seal this conclusion, I am my beloveds, and my beloved he is mine, it will be a hard and a difficult task for him,
Except a Christian ca• read his name in the ancient records of heaven, and can seal this conclusion, I am my beloveds, and my Beloved he is mine, it will be a hard and a difficult task for him,
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The fourth ground of a Christians disputing the truth of the promises, is, their mistaking the way how the promises are to be accomplished, There are some that suppose that when ever they close with a promise by faith, there is no more but to enter to the possession of such a promise;
The fourth ground of a Christians disputing the truth of the promises, is, their mistaking the Way how the promises Are to be accomplished, There Are Some that suppose that when ever they close with a promise by faith, there is no more but to enter to the possession of such a promise;
but do not mistake it, between your believing the promise and the accomplishment of it, there may be sad and dark dayes interveening, according to that word in Mark. 10.30. where Christ passing great promises to his Disciples, He, as it were doth adde, do not mistake me that ye shall have these promises without trouble and affliction, Ye shall receive (saith he) an hundred fold in this life with persecutions.
but do not mistake it, between your believing the promise and the accomplishment of it, there may be sad and dark days intervening, according to that word in Mark. 10.30. where christ passing great promises to his Disciples, He, as it were does add, do not mistake me that you shall have these promises without trouble and affliction, You shall receive (Says he) an hundred fold in this life with persecutions.
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yea, sometimes Christians they fall in this fault, when they believe a promise, they fix a day for the accomplishment of it, which if God do not keep, but go over;
yea, sometime Christians they fallen in this fault, when they believe a promise, they fix a day for the accomplishment of it, which if God do not keep, but go over;
This is clear in the practice of Abraham, where the promise of having a numerous seed being given to him, Gen. 2.12. the long time before that promise was accomplished in part to him, was the occasion of his misbelief, that he vented, Gen. 15.3. O Lord, what wilt thou give me, since I go childelesse:
This is clear in the practice of Abraham, where the promise of having a numerous seed being given to him, Gen. 2.12. the long time before that promise was accomplished in part to him, was the occasion of his misbelief, that he vented, Gen. 15.3. Oh Lord, what wilt thou give me, since I go childelesse:
But ye must know, that before the vision shall speak, there is an appointed time that ye must wait, according to 1 Pet. 5.9, 10. After ye have suffered a while, then the promises shall be accomplished,
But you must know, that before the vision shall speak, there is an appointed time that you must wait, according to 1 Pet. 5.9, 10. After you have suffered a while, then the promises shall be accomplished,
The sixth ground upon which Christians call in question the accomplishment of the promises, is, The consideration of the greatnesse of the thing that is promised,
The sixth ground upon which Christians call in question the accomplishment of the promises, is, The consideration of the greatness of the thing that is promised,
when they compare it with their own worth and deserving, then they begin to dispute, O shall such a thing be, shall unworthy I, shall finful I, shall self-destroying I, shall I that am lesse then the least of his mercies, receive the accomplishment of such a mercy? This we may suppose was one ground of Abrahams misbelief, Gen. 17.18. when he cryed forth at that same time, when the Lord was giving him the excellent promise of an Isaac, O that Ishmael might live:
when they compare it with their own worth and deserving, then they begin to dispute, Oh shall such a thing be, shall unworthy I, shall sinful I, shall Self-destroying I, shall I that am less then the least of his Mercies, receive the accomplishment of such a mercy? This we may suppose was one ground of Abrahams misbelief, Gen. 17.18. when he cried forth At that same time, when the Lord was giving him the excellent promise of an Isaac, Oh that Ishmael might live:
He thought an Isaac such an excellent mercy, that he could not without presumption, expect the accomplishment of that promise. And, Zach. 8.6. this was the ground of their misbelief which God doth sweetly obviate, If it be wonderful in the eyes of the remnant of this people in these dayes, should it also be wonderful in mine.
He Thought an Isaac such an excellent mercy, that he could not without presumption, expect the accomplishment of that promise. And, Zach 8.6. this was the ground of their misbelief which God does sweetly obviate, If it be wondered in the eyes of the remnant of this people in these days, should it also be wondered in mine.
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The last ground upon which Christians dispute the accomplishment of the promises, is, When in the time between their believing and the accomplishment of the promise, they fall into some grosse iniquity, this maketh them exceedingly debate,
The last ground upon which Christians dispute the accomplishment of the promises, is, When in the time between their believing and the accomplishment of the promise, they fallen into Some gross iniquity, this makes them exceedingly debate,
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I shall only say these two word• •o you, 1. Assure your selves of this, that these accomplishments of promises that come not through the lively exercise of Faith, doth loose much of their sweetnesse, much of their luster, and much of their advantage:
I shall only say these two word• •o you, 1. Assure your selves of this, that these accomplishments of promises that come not through the lively exercise of Faith, does lose much of their sweetness, much of their luster, and much of their advantage:
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Sometimes a promise will be accomplished unto a Christian, when he hath not been much in the constant lively exercise of Faith in believing such a promise;
Sometime a promise will be accomplished unto a Christian, when he hath not been much in the constant lively exercise of Faith in believing such a promise;
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How little of God doth he see in it, how short is he in praises and rendering to the Lord according to the good he hath receeived? How negligent in improving or keeping the mercy,
How little of God does he see in it, how short is he in praises and rendering to the Lord according to the good he hath receeived? How negligent in improving or keeping the mercy,
and if ye would produce all your strong arguments why ye should not believe the promises, ye may drown them in this immense depth, God is unchangeable. Let me say but this further, There are three most remarkable changes in a Christian, in his making use of the promises:
and if you would produce all your strong Arguments why you should not believe the promises, you may drown them in this immense depth, God is unchangeable. Let me say but this further, There Are three most remarkable changes in a Christian, in his making use of the promises:
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First, Sometimes he will believe the promises and make application of them, and ere many hours go about, he will misbelieve that promise which presently he believed.
First, Sometime he will believe the promises and make application of them, and ere many hours go about, he will misbelieve that promise which presently he believed.
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Will not sometime a Christian in the morning cry out, I am my beloveds, and my beloved he is mine and ere twelve hours come, they will change their note and cry out, My hope and my strength is perished from the Lord:
Will not sometime a Christian in the morning cry out, I am my beloveds, and my Beloved he is mine and ere twelve hours come, they will change their note and cry out, My hope and my strength is perished from the Lord:
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Sometimes a Christian in the morning will cry out, My mountain standeth strong, I shall never be moved, and ere many hours go about, he will change his note,
Sometime a Christian in the morning will cry out, My mountain Stands strong, I shall never be moved, and ere many hours go about, he will change his note,
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Thirdly, Sometimes when a Christian will be believing such 〈 ◊ 〉 promise, and resting upon it, he wil (through 〈 ◊ 〉 Spirit of the Lord) see much light and ••earnesse in that promise, he will take up the deep things of God that shineth therein;
Thirdly, Sometime when a Christian will be believing such 〈 ◊ 〉 promise, and resting upon it, he will (through 〈 ◊ 〉 Spirit of the Lord) see much Light and ••earnesse in that promise, he will take up the deep things of God that shines therein;
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The third thing that we would presse upon you from the unchangeablenesse of the promises, is that which by proportion ye may gather even from this, that the threatnings of God are unchangeable; these two are conjoyned:
The third thing that we would press upon you from the unchangeableness of the promises, is that which by proportion you may gather even from this, that the threatenings of God Are unchangeable; these two Are conjoined:
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And know this likewise, that the day is coming when that sad word that i• in Hos. 7.12. shall be accomplished, I will chastise them as their Congregation hath heard.
And know this likewise, that the day is coming when that sad word that i• in Hos. 7.12. shall be accomplished, I will chastise them as their Congregation hath herd.
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And O ye that live in this place, if all the threatnings that your Congregations hath heard, shall be accomplished in their time ye may take up the last words of Balaam•• song,
And Oh you that live in this place, if all the threatenings that your Congregations hath herd, shall be accomplished in their time you may take up the last words of Balaam•• song,
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And therefore since the th••nings of God are nuchangeable, as also promises, life and death is set before yo• and either ye shall be the object of the 〈 ◊ 〉 changeable threatnings of God,
And Therefore since the th••nings of God Are nuchangeable, as also promises, life and death is Set before yo• and either you shall be the Object of the 〈 ◊ 〉 changeable threatenings of God,
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And therefore I would from th• charge you, that as you would not be he•• full to the destruction of your own immor•• souls, you would not undervalue the threa•nings that ye hear in your Congregations since there is a declaration past, that th• threatnings in your Congregations shall b• accomplished.
And Therefore I would from th• charge you, that as you would not be he•• full to the destruction of your own immor•• Souls, you would not undervalue the threa•nings that you hear in your Congregations since there is a declaration past, that th• threatenings in your Congregations shall b• accomplished.
Now there is that fourth duty that 〈 ◊ 〉 would presse upon you from this, that 〈 ◊ 〉 promises are unchangeable, have an unchan•able love to the Promiser; let this comm•• the Promiser, let this constrain your hearts delight in the Promiser. O what a blessed 〈 ◊ 〉 pensation of love is this, that an unchangeable God should make unchangeable promises 〈 ◊ 〉 to changeable creatures.
Now there is that fourth duty that 〈 ◊ 〉 would press upon you from this, that 〈 ◊ 〉 promises Are unchangeable, have an unchan•able love to the Promiser; let this comm•• the Promiser, let this constrain your hearts delight in the Promiser. O what a blessed 〈 ◊ 〉 pensation of love is this, that an unchangeable God should make unchangeable promises 〈 ◊ 〉 to changeable creatures.
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but know, i• the blessed design of love, and it hath be•• •••ssed practice of the infinit wisdom of G• 〈 ◊ 〉 when he hath to do with changeable 〈 ◊ 〉 ••ires, he will give them unchangeable 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉.
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yea, for one listening of your ear to his voice ye shall get him: according to that word, Isa. 55.3. Hear, And what of that, and your soul shall live; Is not this to get Christ at an easie rate:
yea, for one listening of your ear to his voice you shall get him: according to that word, Isaiah 55.3. Hear, And what of that, and your soul shall live; Is not this to get christ At an easy rate:
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and as we spake before, ye will get Christ for a look, and is not that an easie rate, Isa. 45.22. Look unto me all ye ends of the earth and be saved:
and as we spoke before, you will get christ for a look, and is not that an easy rate, Isaiah 45.22. Look unto me all you ends of the earth and be saved:
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Have ye a desire to take Christ, ye shall get him for that desire; according to that word, Isa. 55.1. Ho every one that thirsteth let him come, and he that wills let him come:
Have you a desire to take christ, you shall get him for that desire; according to that word, Isaiah 55.1. Ho every one that Thirsteth let him come, and he that wills let him come:
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Shall never your cursed hands take the pen and put to your name to the blessed contract of Marriage? Shall never these cursed hearts of ours cry forth, Even so I take him, and do promise to live to him, and to die to him.
Shall never your cursed hands take the pen and put to your name to the blessed contract of Marriage? Shall never these cursed hearts of ours cry forth, Even so I take him, and do promise to live to him, and to die to him.
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O strange, will ye not do it, upon what terms would the world have Christ, is it possible to have him without a consent to take him? Oh if ye would but open to him, he would condescend to come in unto you,
O strange, will you not do it, upon what terms would the world have christ, is it possible to have him without a consent to take him? O if you would but open to him, he would condescend to come in unto you,
O what if Christ the precious Gift of Heaven, the eternal admiration of Angels, that Branch of Righteousnesse shall be despised, being offered upon so easie tearms;
O what if christ the precious Gift of Heaven, the Eternal admiration of Angels, that Branch of Righteousness shall be despised, being offered upon so easy terms;
Cursed shall ye be in your birth, and in you 〈 ◊ 〉, and in your death, all the curses of th• Persons of the Trinity will light upon you yea, believe it:
Cursed shall you be in your birth, and in you 〈 ◊ 〉, and in your death, all the curses of th• Persons of the Trinity will Light upon you yea, believe it:
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O wife that hath a believing husband, in the day that the great sentence of eternal excommunication from the presence of the Lord, shall be past against th•• undervaluers of Christ, a believing husband will say amen to that sentence,
Oh wife that hath a believing husband, in the day that the great sentence of Eternal excommunication from the presence of the Lord, shall be passed against th•• undervaluers of christ, a believing husband will say Amen to that sentence,
Now there is this fifth duty that w•• would presse upon you from this, That th•• promises are unchangeable, that ye would be perswaded to make the promises your portion and your inheritance;
Now there is this fifth duty that w•• would press upon you from this, That th•• promises Are unchangeable, that you would be persuaded to make the promises your portion and your inheritance;
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Did ye once know wh•• it were to have but Christ a moment betwe• your breasts, ye would cry forth, O! 〈 ◊ 〉 would not love him who is the King of Saint ▪ who would not be content to quite all thing that they might get Christ that noble pe• of price.
Did you once know wh•• it were to have but christ a moment betwe• your breasts, you would cry forth, OH! 〈 ◊ 〉 would not love him who is the King of Saint ▪ who would not be content to quite all thing that they might get christ that noble pe• of price.
And there is this last duty that we wo•• presse upon you from this, That the ••mises are unchangeable; read a lecture from this, O Christian, even your misbelief;
And there is this last duty that we wo•• press upon you from this, That the ••mises Are unchangeable; read a lecture from this, Oh Christian, even your misbelief;
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God hath confirmed his everlasting Covenant with an oath, with the Bloud of his Son, by the two great broad Seals of heaven, the Sacrament of Baptism, and the Lords Supper; And what doth all these confirmations speak but our dreadfull misbelief,
God hath confirmed his everlasting Covenant with an oath, with the Blood of his Son, by the two great broad Seals of heaven, the Sacrament of Baptism, and the lords Supper; And what does all these confirmations speak but our dreadful misbelief,
and yet that may be your name, which is in Ephes. 2.2. Children of disobedience, Or as the word is, Children of Imperswasion, we cannot be perswaded.
and yet that may be your name, which is in Ephesians 2.2. Children of disobedience, Or as the word is, Children of Impersuasion, we cannot be persuaded.
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Secondly, I fear if Christ Himself would come from heaven and invite you, and say, here am I, in brace me, there are some here who would close not only their eyes,
Secondly, I Fear if christ Himself would come from heaven and invite you, and say, Here am I, in brace me, there Are Some Here who would close not only their eyes,
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but their ears, 〈 ◊ 〉 would close their eyes lest the beauty ▪ Christ should allure them, they wou•• close their cursed ears lest they should gained and captivate by the sweet encha••ing voice of that blessed Charmer, when 〈 ◊ 〉 should charm so wisely.
but their ears, 〈 ◊ 〉 would close their eyes lest the beauty ▪ christ should allure them, they wou•• close their cursed ears lest they should gained and captivate by the sweet encha••ing voice of that blessed Charmer, when 〈 ◊ 〉 should charm so wisely.
And, lastly, w•• thou tell me, O Christian and expectant 〈 ◊ 〉 heaven, what a day shall it be when all th• unchangeable promises of God shall be 〈 ◊ 〉 complished? What a day shall it be wh•• that promise shall be accomplished.
And, lastly, w•• thou tell me, Oh Christian and expectant 〈 ◊ 〉 heaven, what a day shall it be when all th• unchangeable promises of God shall be 〈 ◊ 〉 complished? What a day shall it be wh•• that promise shall be accomplished.
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Ye shall see him as he is? What a day shall it b• when that promise shall be accomplished, Ye shall be made like unto him? What a day shall it be when that promise shall be accomplished, ye shall know as ye are known? O are ye not longing for the day of the full accomplishment of the precious promises 〈 ◊ 〉 God,
You shall see him as he is? What a day shall it b• when that promise shall be accomplished, You shall be made like unto him? What a day shall it be when that promise shall be accomplished, you shall know as you Are known? Oh Are you not longing for the day of the full accomplishment of the precious promises 〈 ◊ 〉 God,
when ye shall sit down and comfort your selves in the eternal and unspeakable fruition of them? O let us long and wa•• till the day shall be when that voice shall 〈 ◊ 〉 heard in heaven, That the mysterie of God i• finished, till the day when that voice shall be heard in heaven, Behold, the Bridegro•• cometh, go ye out to meet him:
when you shall fit down and Comfort your selves in the Eternal and unspeakable fruition of them? O let us long and wa•• till the day shall be when that voice shall 〈 ◊ 〉 herd in heaven, That the mystery of God i• finished, till the day when that voice shall be herd in heaven, Behold, the Bridegro•• comes, go you out to meet him:
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And ho•• gladly would we take up our rest on th• side of Jordan. I think if this were th• night that that blessed voice were to 〈 ◊ 〉 heard in heaven, Behold, the Bridegroom cometh, go ye out to meet him;
And ho•• gladly would we take up our rest on th• side of Jordan. I think if this were th• night that that blessed voice were to 〈 ◊ 〉 herd in heaven, Behold, the Bridegroom comes, go you out to meet him;
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Is not the voice of these that shout for victory heard amongst them? Is not the voice of these that sing for joy heard among them? Job doth not now any more complain, Why dost thou make me to possesse the iniquities of my youth,
Is not the voice of these that shout for victory herd among them? Is not the voice of these that sing for joy herd among them? Job does not now any more complain, Why dost thou make me to possess the iniquities of my youth,
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and setteth a print upon my heels? David doth now no more complain, Why doth thy promise fail for evermore, but rather doth sweetly sing, How is thy promise fulfilled for evermore? Heman doth now no more complain, While I suffer thy terrours I am distracted, but rather cryeth out, While I feel thy comforts I am ravished.
and sets a print upon my heels? David does now no more complain, Why does thy promise fail for evermore, but rather does sweetly sing, How is thy promise fulfilled for evermore? Heman does now no more complain, While I suffer thy terrors I am distracted, but rather Cries out, While I feel thy comforts I am ravished.
The voice of mourning is now sweetly gone away, and the voice of Hallelujah and of eternal praising of him that sitteth upon the Throne is now heard in the place of it:
The voice of mourning is now sweetly gone away, and the voice of Hallelujah and of Eternal praising of him that Sitteth upon the Throne is now herd in the place of it:
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SERMON V. 2 Pet. 1.4. Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises, that by these you might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
SERMON V. 2 Pet. 1.4. Whereby Are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises, that by these you might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
THere are three cardinal and excellent Graces that are exercised and taken up with the precious promises, there is the excellent grace of Faith, that believeth the truth and the goodnesse of the promise;
THere Are three cardinal and excellent Graces that Are exercised and taken up with the precious promises, there is the excellent grace of Faith, that Believeth the truth and the Goodness of the promise;
If we may be allowed to speak so, we think these strange revolutions and times we live in, are another Eclesiastes, which doth fully preach forth the vanity and emptinesse of all things that are below God:
If we may be allowed to speak so, we think these strange revolutions and times we live in, Are Another Ecclesiastes, which does Fully preach forth the vanity and emptiness of all things that Are below God:
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and in fa•• ••ifling all the gods of the earth, to bring hi•• own to delight themselves in this visible Treasure, the pomises of the everlasting Covenant, and in him who is the substance of them;
and in fa•• ••ifling all the God's of the earth, to bring hi•• own to delight themselves in this visible Treasure, the Promises of the everlasting Covenant, and in him who is the substance of them;
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and now there remains other two to be spoken to, to wit, that the promises are exceeding great, and that they are exceeding precious, a sweet and excellent,
and now there remains other two to be spoken to, to wit, that the promises Are exceeding great, and that they Are exceeding precious, a sweet and excellent,
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And we shall speak unto these two properties to ••ther, and shall clear a little this thing 〈 … 〉 what respects the promises of the Cove•••• may be called exceeding great and precious;
And we shall speak unto these two properties to ••ther, and shall clear a little this thing 〈 … 〉 what respects the promises of the Cove•••• may be called exceeding great and precious;
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First, They are exceeding great, in respect of the great price that was laid down to purchase them, there not being a promise of the everlasting Covenant above the head of which this may not be engraven in great letters, Here is the price and purchase of bloud:
First, They Are exceeding great, in respect of the great price that was laid down to purchase them, there not being a promise of the everlasting Covenant above the head of which this may not be engraven in great letters, Here is the price and purchase of blood:
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Must they not be great and precious things that so wise a Merchant did lay down so infinit a treasure for the purchasing of them. 2. They may be called exceeding great and precious, in respect of those great and precious things that are promised in them.
Must they not be great and precious things that so wise a Merchant did lay down so infinite a treasure for the purchasing of them. 2. They may be called exceeding great and precious, in respect of those great and precious things that Are promised in them.
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Is not heaven and eternal enjoyment of God a great and precious thing? and yet this lyeth within the bosome of a promise? Is not the knowing of God as he is, our perfect conformity with God, our victory over Idols, great and excellent things;
Is not heaven and Eternal enjoyment of God a great and precious thing? and yet this lies within the bosom of a promise? Is not the knowing of God as he is, our perfect conformity with God, our victory over Idols, great and excellent things;
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and yet all these are treasured up in the promises. 3. They may be called exceeding great and precious, in respect of the great advantage that redounds to a Christian through the enjoyment of them:
and yet all these Are treasured up in the promises. 3. They may be called exceeding great and precious, in respect of the great advantage that redounds to a Christian through the enjoyment of them:
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the promises of the everlasting Covenant (if so we may speak) are the Pensils that draws the draughts and lineaments of the Image of Christ upon the soul, it is the promises of the everlasting Covenant by which we are changed from glory to glory,
the promises of the everlasting Covenant (if so we may speak) Are the Pensils that draws the draughts and lineaments of the Image of christ upon the soul, it is the promises of the everlasting Covenant by which we Are changed from glory to glory,
and can this fountain that is sweet in it self send forth any bitter waters? must they not •e precious things that have such a noble descent? as to be streams of love flowing out from the Father to the Son,
and can this fountain that is sweet in it self send forth any bitter waters? must they not •e precious things that have such a noble descent? as to be streams of love flowing out from the Father to the Son,
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and from Him unto us, as the pouring out of the oyntment upon the head of Aaron which ran down the beard unto the skirts of his garments. 5. They may be called exceeding precious promises, in respect they,
and from Him unto us, as the pouring out of the ointment upon the head of Aaron which ran down the beard unto the skirts of his garments. 5. They may be called exceeding precious promises, in respect they,
What are these things that faith taketh so much delight in, and is supported by? Is it not the promises of the Covenant: 6. They may be called exceeding precious, in that they are the things that guideth and leadeth us to precious Christ.
What Are these things that faith Takes so much delight in, and is supported by? Is it not the promises of the Covenant: 6. They may be called exceeding precious, in that they Are the things that guideth and leads us to precious christ.
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There is not a promise within the Book of the Covenant, but, as it were, it cryeth forth with a loud voice, O come to Christ, The promises are indeed the star that leadeth us unto the house where Christ doth ly,
There is not a promise within the Book of the Covenant, but, as it were, it Cries forth with a loud voice, Oh come to christ, The promises Are indeed the star that leads us unto the house where christ does lie,
then the honey and the honey comb? D•vid in a manner was put to a nonplus, to fin• out any suitable similitude and significant resemblance, to point out the sweetnesse of th• promises:
then the honey and the honey comb? D•vid in a manner was put to a nonplus, to fin• out any suitable similitude and significant resemblance, to point out the sweetness of th• promises:
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so that they may say, if we may allude unto that word, 2 Sam. 19.25. I am this day fourscore years old, and cannot discern between good and evil, can thy servant taste what I eat or what I drink.
so that they may say, if we may allude unto that word, 2 Sam. 19.25. I am this day fourscore Years old, and cannot discern between good and evil, can thy servant taste what I eat or what I drink.
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Hence that word here rendered Precious, may likewise be rendered Honourable, which speaketh forth that there is nothing that hath so much of the esteem of a Christian as the promises.
Hence that word Here rendered Precious, may likewise be rendered Honourable, which speaks forth that there is nothing that hath so much of the esteem of a Christian as the promises.
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Would ye put wisdom, or riches, or honour, or what ye will in the ballance with the promises, they would cry forth, what should I profit to gain all these, if I lose the promises.
Would you put Wisdom, or riches, or honour, or what you will in the balance with the promises, they would cry forth, what should I profit to gain all these, if I loose the promises.
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We shall say no more of this, but that the promises are indeed that Aple, the eating of which would make us in some respect, (and in humility be it spoken) as God knowing good and evil:
We shall say no more of this, but that the promises Are indeed that Apple, the eating of which would make us in Some respect, (and in humility be it spoken) as God knowing good and evil:
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And oh that this might be the fruit of them the promises are as cords let down to soul• sinking in the myrie clay, and in the horrible pit, do but lay hold upon them,
And o that this might be the fruit of them the promises Are as cords let down to soul• sinking in the miry clay, and in the horrible pit, do but lay hold upon them,
which is the advantage and unspeakable gain that floweth to a Christian through the promises, holden forth in these words, That by them ye might be made partakers of the divine nature;
which is the advantage and unspeakable gain that flows to a Christian through the promises, held forth in these words, That by them you might be made partakers of the divine nature;
but only it holds forth this, that the soul that is taken up in believing of the promises, they arise unto a likenesse and conformity to him in Holinesse, Wisedome and Righteousnesse.
but only it holds forth this, that the soul that is taken up in believing of the promises, they arise unto a likeness and conformity to him in Holiness, Wisdom and Righteousness.
And as to these advantages that come to a Christian through the promises: 1. We must lay this for a ground, that the fruit of all cometh to him through believing the promises,
And as to these advantages that come to a Christian through the promises: 1. We must lay this for a ground, that the fruit of all comes to him through believing the promises,
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This is clear from the words of the Text; As likewise from 2 Cor. 7.1. Having these promises, dearly beloved, let us clearse our selves from all filthinesse of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holinesse in the fear of the Lord.
This is clear from the words of the Text; As likewise from 2 Cor. 7.1. Having these promises, dearly Beloved, let us clearse our selves from all filthiness of the Flesh and Spirit, perfecting holiness in the Fear of the Lord.
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First, They lay upon a Christian a divine bond and obligation to study holiness, that since Christ hath signified and testifi•• His respects unto us, in so ample and lar•• a way as to give us such precious promise• we ought to endeavour to study holinesse which is that great reward of love that h• seeketh from us for all things that he hath bestowed,
First, They lay upon a Christian a divine bound and obligation to study holiness, that since christ hath signified and testifi•• His respects unto us, in so ample and lar•• a Way as to give us such precious promise• we ought to endeavour to study holiness which is that great reward of love that h• seeks from us for all things that he hath bestowed,
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There are several promises of the everlasting Covenant that cryeth forth to the Christian, to him that overcometh will this promise be accomplished, to him that overcometh shall this truth be fulfilled,
There Are several promises of the everlasting Covenant that Cries forth to the Christian, to him that Overcometh will this promise be accomplished, to him that Overcometh shall this truth be fulfilled,
and this doth exceedingly provoke a Christian to wrestle with all his discouragements he meeteth within the way, he burieth all his anxieties within the circle of his immortal Crown, which he hopeth for,
and this does exceedingly provoke a Christian to wrestle with all his discouragements he meeteth within the Way, he burieth all his anxieties within the circle of his immortal Crown, which he Hopes for,
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and withal, mak•th him delight in the performance of it: This is clear from 2 Sam. 7.27. where David believing the promises, it is subjoyned, He found in his heart to pray that prayer unto God;
and withal, mak•th him delight in the performance of it: This is clear from 2 Sam. 7.27. where David believing the promises, it is subjoined, He found in his heart to pray that prayer unto God;
and if any will look unto the words of that prayer, they will see them running in a heavenly and spiritual strain, speaking him one much acquainted with God,
and if any will look unto the words of that prayer, they will see them running in a heavenly and spiritual strain, speaking him one much acquainted with God,
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And we conceive, the faith of the promises helpeth a Christian in his prayer to these four Divine ingredients of that duty. 1. It maketh him pray with faith:
And we conceive, the faith of the promises Helpeth a Christian in his prayer to these four Divine ingredients of that duty. 1. It makes him pray with faith:
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when once he buildeth his prayer upon the promises, then he venteth his prayer with much confidence of hope, according to that word, Psal. 65.3. where ye may see a man believing, and praying when he is believing, and expressing his confidence m•• strangely in these words.
when once he builds his prayer upon the promises, then he venteth his prayer with much confidence of hope, according to that word, Psalm 65.3. where you may see a man believing, and praying when he is believing, and expressing his confidence m•• strangely in these words.
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and accomplishment of a promise, he doth not boast as those that have received, but walketh humbly under his enjoyments: this is clear, Gen. 32.10. where we may see Jacob speaking to God with much humility, and in the ninth verse, he is speaking to God with much Faith.
and accomplishment of a promise, he does not boast as those that have received, but walks humbly under his enjoyments: this is clear, Gen. 32.10. where we may see Jacob speaking to God with much humility, and in the ninth verse, he is speaking to God with much Faith.
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When was it that David cryed to God? Was it not when he was believing the promise that past to him of old, we would not plead with God with such remisnesse if we did believe the promises that are within the Covenant.
When was it that David cried to God? Was it not when he was believing the promise that passed to him of old, we would not plead with God with such remissness if we did believe the promises that Are within the Covenant.
and shall no more behold him in the land of the living? when a promise hath been born in upon his spirit, hath supported him and made him to change his song, and to invert his conclusion.
and shall no more behold him in the land of the living? when a promise hath been born in upon his Spirit, hath supported him and made him to change his song, and to invert his conclusion.
This is clear from Psal. 94.18. when I said, my foot slippeth, there is the conclusion of misbelief and dispair, yet thy mercy, O Lord, did hold me up, there is the gate at which faith doth bring in consolation, not from by gone experiences only;
This is clear from Psalm 94.18. when I said, my foot slippeth, there is the conclusion of misbelief and despair, yet thy mercy, Oh Lord, did hold me up, there is the gate At which faith does bring in consolation, not from by gone experiences only;
Hath not this oftentimes been the song of a Christian in their darkest night, In the multitude of my thoughts within me, thy comforts do delight my soul:
Hath not this oftentimes been the song of a Christian in their Darkest night, In the multitude of my thoughts within me, thy comforts do delight my soul:
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and no doubt that promise that upholdeth a Christian in their doubting and most misbelieving condition, the lively impressions of that promise will remain a long time with him;
and no doubt that promise that upholds a Christian in their doubting and most misbelieving condition, the lively impressions of that promise will remain a long time with him;
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and when first it is born in upon their spirits, they will see no small love shining forth in carving out such a promise to suit with such a providence as they are (it may be) meeting with for the time.
and when First it is born in upon their spirits, they will see no small love shining forth in carving out such a promise to suit with such a providence as they Are (it may be) meeting with for the time.
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The fourth advantage in believing the promise, is, that thereby we have an excellent help to patience and divine submission under our saddest outward afflictions:
The fourth advantage in believing the promise, is, that thereby we have an excellent help to patience and divine submission under our Saddest outward afflictions:
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and should have remained without comfort in the day of my adversity, and verse 92. Ʋnlesse thy law had been my delight, I should have perished in my afflictions;
and should have remained without Comfort in the day of my adversity, and verse 92. Ʋnlesse thy law had been my delight, I should have perished in my afflictions;
and we conceive in short, the influence which faith upon the promises hath upon the patient bearing of the crosse, may be shown to you in these two particulars;
and we conceive in short, the influence which faith upon the promises hath upon the patient bearing of the cross, may be shown to you in these two particulars;
If sense, reason, and misbelief interpret your crosse, they will make you cry out unto God, Why art thou become unto me as an enemie, or as a liar and waters that fail? but if Faith that noble Interpreter do interpret your crosses, it will make you cry out, I know the thoughts of his heart, that they are thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give me an expected end.
If sense, reason, and misbelief interpret your cross, they will make you cry out unto God, Why art thou become unto me as an enemy, or as a liar and waters that fail? but if Faith that noble Interpreter do interpret your Crosses, it will make you cry out, I know the thoughts of his heart, that they Are thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give me an expected end.
Secondly, It affordeth unto a Christian such soul-refreshing consolation in the midst of their afflictions, that in a manner they forget their sorrows, as waters that passe away;
Secondly, It affords unto a Christian such Soul-refreshing consolation in the midst of their afflictions, that in a manner they forget their sorrows, as waters that pass away;
and to live as a pilgrime, as is clear from Heb. 11.13. where these two are sweetly linked together, their imbracing of the promises by Faith, and confessing that they were strangers and pilgrims here on earth.
and to live as a pilgrim, as is clear from Hebrew 11.13. where these two Are sweetly linked together, their embracing of the promises by Faith, and confessing that they were Strangers and pilgrim's Here on earth.
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and to declare plainly that he seeketh a Countrey. And, 3. It doth exceedingly help him forward in that blessed work of weaning of affections from all things that are here;
and to declare plainly that he seeks a Country. And, 3. It does exceedingly help him forward in that blessed work of weaning of affections from all things that Are Here;
and maketh a Christian to be much in the exercise of praise: this is clear from Psal. 71.14. But I will hope continually, and then immediately is subjoyned, And will yet praise him more and more; As likewise from Rom. 15.13. and from 1 Pet. 1.8.
and makes a Christian to be much in the exercise of praise: this is clear from Psalm 71.14. But I will hope continually, and then immediately is subjoined, And will yet praise him more and more; As likewise from Rom. 15.13. and from 1 Pet. 1.8.
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If a man would have his way to heaven made pleasant, and while they are sitting by the livers of Babel, would be admitted to sing one of the songs of Zion, then ought they to believe the promises,
If a man would have his Way to heaven made pleasant, and while they Are sitting by the livers of Babel, would be admitted to sing one of the songs of Zion, then ought they to believe the promises,
This is clear from Isai. 38.16. By these things, saith Hezekiah, do men live, (speaking of the promises) and in all these things is the life of my spirit. As likewise from Psal. 119.50. Thy word, saith David, hath quickned me.
This is clear from Isaiah 38.16. By these things, Says Hezekiah, do men live, (speaking of the promises) and in all these things is the life of my Spirit. As likewise from Psalm 119.50. Thy word, Says David, hath quickened me.
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And what is the great occasion that our hearts are oftentimes dying within us like a stone, and we are like unto those that are free among the dead? Is it not because we do not make use of the promises.
And what is the great occasion that our hearts Are oftentimes dying within us like a stone, and we Are like unto those that Are free among the dead? Is it not Because we do not make use of the promises.
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What is the reason that we write this above the head of the great things of the everlasting Covenant, this is a Zoar, a little one? Is it not because we do not believe;
What is the reason that we write this above the head of the great things of the everlasting Covenant, this is a Zoar, a little one? Is it not Because we do not believe;
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How excellent are these things that are purchased to the Saints, and how eternally are they made up that have a right but to one line of the everlasting Covenant, That is well ordered in all things and sure.
How excellent Are these things that Are purchased to the Saints, and how eternally Are they made up that have a right but to one line of the everlasting Covenant, That is well ordered in all things and sure.
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according to that word, Luk. 1.45. Blessed are they that believe, for there shall be a performance of these things that are spoken of the Lord unto them.
according to that word, Luk. 1.45. Blessed Are they that believe, for there shall be a performance of these things that Are spoken of the Lord unto them.
The smallest mercy then becometh a matchlesse mysterie of love, and the most matchless mysteries of love without the exercise of Faith, they become as things that are contemptible in our eyes,
The Smallest mercy then Becometh a matchless mystery of love, and the most matchless Mysteres of love without the exercise of Faith, they become as things that Are contemptible in our eyes,
and are brought up unto that blessed conformity with God, which we had lost in the fall. 2. That by them we escape the corruptions in the world through lust:
and Are brought up unto that blessed conformity with God, which we had lost in the fallen. 2. That by them we escape the corruptions in the world through lust:
Now that which, secondly, we shall speak to, shall be the advantages that results to a Christian from a spiritual observation of the Lords accomplishing his promises;
Now that which, secondly, we shall speak to, shall be the advantages that results to a Christian from a spiritual observation of the lords accomplishing his promises;
for here ye see in the Text, the Apostle maketh an observation of these excellent things that are the fruit of these precious promises when they are accomplished.
for Here you see in the Text, the Apostle makes an observation of these excellent things that Are the fruit of these precious promises when they Are accomplished.
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And the first advantage is, That it stampeth the soul of a Believer with most divine impressions of love: This is clear, Isa. 38.15. where Hezekiah cryeth out, What shall I say, he hath spoken it, and himself hath done it, being as it were, astonished and overcome with th• apprehensions of the condescenden•y of God.
And the First advantage is, That it stampeth the soul of a Believer with most divine impressions of love: This is clear, Isaiah 38.15. where Hezekiah Cries out, What shall I say, he hath spoken it, and himself hath done it, being as it were, astonished and overcome with th• apprehensions of the condescenden•y of God.
He is put to a non plus, and to what shall 〈 ◊ 〉 say, Psal. 41.8, 9. As we have heard (saith David) so have we seen in the City of the Lord of hosts, That is according to his promise, we have had suitable performance 〈 ◊ 〉 and he subjoyneth, verse 9. that which wa• both their exercise and their advantage, We have thought of thy loving kindnesse, O God, in the midst of thy Temple;
He is put to a non plus, and to what shall 〈 ◊ 〉 say, Psalm 41.8, 9. As we have herd (Says David) so have we seen in the city of the Lord of hosts, That is according to his promise, we have had suitable performance 〈 ◊ 〉 and he subjoineth, verse 9. that which wa• both their exercise and their advantage, We have Thought of thy loving kindness, Oh God, in the midst of thy Temple;
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and unto Jacob by the name of the Almighty, but by the nam• of Jehovah was I not known unto them, the is, by the Name of giving an accomplis•ment unto my promises, that Name was n• discovered unto them,
and unto Jacob by the name of the Almighty, but by the nam• of Jehovah was I not known unto them, thee is, by the Name of giving an accomplis•ment unto my promises, that Name was n• discovered unto them,
And hence it is also, that when the Lord is speaking of the accomplishment of great promises, he doth so often in the Scripture subjoyn that word, Ye shall know that I am Jehovah, or the Lord, Isa. 49.23, 52. and 60.16.
And hence it is also, that when the Lord is speaking of the accomplishment of great promises, he does so often in the Scripture subjoin that word, You shall know that I am Jehovah, or the Lord, Isaiah 49.23, 52. and 60.16.
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for, is not every accomplishment of a promise, a new discovery of the wisdome of God, that shineth in the suitable tyming of the accomplishment of a promise:
for, is not every accomplishment of a promise, a new discovery of the Wisdom of God, that shines in the suitable timing of the accomplishment of a promise:
Is not every accomplishment of a promise a new discovery of the faithfulnesse of God, that he will not alter that which hath gone out of his mouth? And is not every performance of the promise a new discovery of the love of God, that he desireth to magnifie his mercies above all his work,
Is not every accomplishment of a promise a new discovery of the faithfulness of God, that he will not altar that which hath gone out of his Mouth? And is not every performance of the promise a new discovery of the love of God, that he Desires to magnify his Mercies above all his work,
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and a new discovery of the power and Omnipotency of God, that can bring forth the performance of his promise, notwithstanding of all things that are in the way,
and a new discovery of the power and Omnipotency of God, that can bring forth the performance of his promise, notwithstanding of all things that Are in the Way,
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compared with vers. 17. where Paul closing with that promise, That Christ came in the world to save sinners, and beholding in the accomplishment of it, in himself, 〈 ◊ 〉 heart (as it were) is elevated within ••th,
compared with vers. 17. where Paul closing with that promise, That christ Come in the world to save Sinners, and beholding in the accomplishment of it, in himself, 〈 ◊ 〉 heart (as it were) is elevated within ••th,
There is an Enphasis in that word, Now, if Paul had said, I could never praise and 〈 ◊ 〉 toll him till now, and I am so much bound Christ that I will not delay this exercise o• moment, now I will blesse him,
There is an Enphasis in that word, Now, if Paul had said, I could never praise and 〈 ◊ 〉 toll him till now, and I am so much bound christ that I will not Delay this exercise o• moment, now I will bless him,
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and it is cl• from Mic. 7.18. where the accomplishme•• of the promises that are there, made t•• Church cry out, Who is like unto thee, he 〈 ◊ 〉 came matchlesse unto them through the p•formance of the promises.
and it is cl• from Mic. 7.18. where the accomplishme•• of the promises that Are there, made t•• Church cry out, Who is like unto thee, he 〈 ◊ 〉 Come matchless unto them through the p•formance of the promises.
And so we conce•• that these who are much in spiritual obser•tion of the performance of the promises, th• will see precious draughts of the Majesty God engraven upon them;
And so we conce•• that these who Are much in spiritual obser•tion of the performance of the promises, th• will see precious draughts of the Majesty God engraven upon them;
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The fourth advantage is, The observi• of the accomplishment of the promises, w• help a Christian when he is redacted u•• new straits, to be much in the exercise of fa•• upon God;
The fourth advantage is, The observi• of the accomplishment of the promises, w• help a Christian when he is redacted u•• new straits, to be much in the exercise of fa•• upon God;
for there is not ••discovery of the faithfulnesse of God, but ha•• a voice, and cryeth out, O believe him wh•• able to give a clear being unto his word:
for there is not ••discovery of the faithfulness of God, but ha•• a voice, and Cries out, Oh believe him wh•• able to give a clear being unto his word:
And from Psal. 37.2, 3. he giv• that tittle unto God, vers. 2. that he perso•meth all things for him, and then he doth s•joyn, He shal send from heaven and save me:
And from Psalm 37.2, 3. he giv• that tittle unto God, vers. 2. that he perso•meth all things for him, and then he does s•joyn, He shall send from heaven and save me:
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and (by the way) the soul that can give God that tittle and stile, That he performeth all things for them, that soul must of necessity be in a choise and excellent state:
and (by the Way) the soul that can give God that tittle and style, That he Performeth all things for them, that soul must of necessity be in a choice and excellent state:
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We confess sometimes our former experiences of the faithfulnesse of God, they do not support our faith when we are redacted unto new difficulties, which is either occasioned through the greatnesse of the strait that we are now put to, (in our apprehensions) above that which we were put to before;
We confess sometime our former experiences of the faithfulness of God, they do not support our faith when we Are redacted unto new difficulties, which is either occasioned through the greatness of the strait that we Are now put to, (in our apprehensions) above that which we were put to before;
so that though God did deliver us when we were running with footmen, yet we have no faith to believe that he shall deliver us when we are about to contend with horses:
so that though God did deliver us when we were running with footmen, yet we have no faith to believe that he shall deliver us when we Are about to contend with Horses:
for this maketh us that we cannot with boldnesse make use of his Word when we are brought into a new strait, a guilty conscience is the mother of misbelief. The fifth advantage is.
for this makes us that we cannot with boldness make use of his Word when we Are brought into a new strait, a guilty conscience is the mother of misbelief. The fifth advantage is.
We told you, the giving of the promises occasioneth joy, and when the promises travelleth in birth and bringeth forth, that occasioneth much more spiritual joy:
We told you, the giving of the promises occasioneth joy, and when the promises travelleth in birth and brings forth, that occasioneth much more spiritual joy:
And 〈 ◊ 〉 conceive, that sometimes, that God tryste•• the accomplishment of the promises wi•• some precious manifestation of himself to th• soul, which maketh them to rejoyce with j• unspeakable, and full of glory;
And 〈 ◊ 〉 conceive, that sometime, that God tryste•• the accomplishment of the promises wi•• Some precious manifestation of himself to th• soul, which makes them to rejoice with j• unspeakable, and full of glory;
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so that now many disputings a• silenced, and many questions now are out 〈 ◊ 〉 the way, this is clear Psal. 31.21, 22. Dav• confesseth his quarrelling before,
so that now many disputings a• silenced, and many questions now Are out 〈 ◊ 〉 the Way, this is clear Psalm 31.21, 22. Dav• Confesses his quarreling before,
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and standing upon th• watch tower untill the vision shall spea•• And we shall only give you these to enfor•• it. 1. It is commanded that you should so do:
and standing upon th• watch tower until the vision shall spea•• And we shall only give you these to enfor•• it. 1. It is commanded that you should so do:
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and that same word is repeated by David, Psal. 31.24. Be of good courage, which is that same, to wait upon the Lord. 2. These that wait patiently for the accomplishment of the promises, God will strengthen them to wait:
and that same word is repeated by David, Psalm 31.24. Be of good courage, which is that same, to wait upon the Lord. 2. These that wait patiently for the accomplishment of the promises, God will strengthen them to wait:
as it were, in one sum, principall and interest: as is clear from Hab. 2.3. where he positively asserteth, That the vision will come, and will not tarry.
as it were, in one sum, principal and Interest: as is clear from Hab. 2.3. where he positively Asserteth, That the vision will come, and will not tarry.
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and that are e••pected and longed for by us before the come, they are most relishing and sweet, an• these mercies come unto us with a bindi•• tye of love:
and that Are e••pected and longed for by us before the come, they Are most relishing and sweet, an• these Mercies come unto us with a bindi•• tie of love:
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this is somewhat pointed 〈 ◊ 〉 in Isa. 25.9. where the Church cryeth forth Lo, this is our God, we have waited for him we will be glad and rejoyce in his salvation their waiting and expecting of the promis• to be accomplished in its time is there th• fountain of their song and of their spiritual joy.
this is somewhat pointed 〈 ◊ 〉 in Isaiah 25.9. where the Church Cries forth Lo, this is our God, we have waited for him we will be glad and rejoice in his salvation their waiting and expecting of the promis• to be accomplished in its time is there th• fountain of their song and of their spiritual joy.
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he may sometimes rejoyce in that threefold mystery of the Gospel, that to a naturall man can hardly appear other then a contradiction. 1. He may somtimes, I have nothing, and yet I possesse all things; for when he looketh unto his being in the world, he is as poor Lazarus, having no place whereon to lay his head;
he may sometime rejoice in that threefold mystery of the Gospel, that to a natural man can hardly appear other then a contradiction. 1. He may sometimes, I have nothing, and yet I possess all things; for when he looks unto his being in the world, he is as poor Lazarus, having no place whereon to lay his head;
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and is constrained to cry out, I possesse all things. 2. Sometimes he may cry forth, I am rich, and yet I am exceeding poor; he may be rich in hopes and yet poor in his possessions.
and is constrained to cry out, I possess all things. 2. Sometime he may cry forth, I am rich, and yet I am exceeding poor; he may be rich in hope's and yet poor in his possessions.
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even in the greatest storm, and at length he findeth it true, that hope maketh not ashamed. 3. Sometime the Christian will cry forth, I am alwayes sorrowing, and yet alwayes rejoycing: when he casteth his eye upon himself, he will sit down and water his couch with tears,
even in the greatest storm, and At length he finds it true, that hope makes not ashamed. 3. Sometime the Christian will cry forth, I am always sorrowing, and yet always rejoicing: when he Cast his eye upon himself, he will fit down and water his couch with tears,
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and that everlasting Crown, will make a Christian rejoyce under all his disquietments and anxieties in the world, he can look to the back of time, and behold a glorious inheritance.
and that everlasting Crown, will make a Christian rejoice under all his disquietments and anxieties in the world, he can look to the back of time, and behold a glorious inheritance.
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The third duty that we would presse upon you, is, To long for the day when all the pr•mises of the Covenant of Grace shall receiv• their compleat accomplishment,
The third duty that we would press upon you, is, To long for the day when all the pr•mises of the Covenant of Grace shall receiv• their complete accomplishment,
There is that first come, which is in Matth. 11.28. Com• unto me all ye that are weary and heavy loaden• And there is that second come, Isa. 26. Com• my people, enter into the chambers, which is 〈 ◊ 〉 entertain that excellent correspondency with him in troublesome times:
There is that First come, which is in Matthew 11.28. Com• unto me all you that Are weary and heavy loaden• And there is that second come, Isaiah 26. Com• my people, enter into the chambers, which is 〈 ◊ 〉 entertain that excellent correspondency with him in troublesome times:
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And there is th•• third matchlesse come, when Christ shall say• to his own in the day of their standing before the tribunal, Come, O blessed of my Father ▪ Shall we say it, that if we had faith as a grai• of mustard seed, we would cry forth, Why i• his chariot so long in coming;
And there is th•• third matchless come, when christ shall say• to his own in the day of their standing before the tribunal, Come, Oh blessed of my Father ▪ Shall we say it, that if we had faith as a grai• of mustard seed, we would cry forth, Why i• his chariot so long in coming;
and did we relish•• or made a high account of the matchless promises of the boundlesse Covenant, we would cry forth, O that our time would flee away as the ships of desire.
and did we relish•• or made a high account of the matchless promises of the boundless Covenant, we would cry forth, Oh that our time would flee away as the ships of desire.
this is clear, Ezek. 37. in the fulfilling of the promises that were past to Judah in their captivity, was it not when they were as a valley of dead bones, and their hopes were in a manner cut off for their part, from the 11. vers.
this is clear, Ezekiel 37. in the fulfilling of the promises that were passed to Judah in their captivity, was it not when they were as a valley of dead bones, and their hope's were in a manner Cut off for their part, from the 11. vers.
and the 10. thus saith the Lord, the time when he will visit them, and perform his good word to them, in causing them to return, it shall be a time when they shall call upon me, and shall go and pray unto me,
and the 10. thus Says the Lord, the time when he will visit them, and perform his good word to them, in causing them to return, it shall be a time when they shall call upon me, and shall go and pray unto me,
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We ought not to limit infinit wisdom, nor to say unto him that is infinite in strength, How can such a thing be? but answer all objections of misbelief with this, God hath spoken it,
We ought not to limit infinite Wisdom, nor to say unto him that is infinite in strength, How can such a thing be? but answer all objections of misbelief with this, God hath spoken it,
Acts 26.18. To open their eyes, an• to turn them from darknesse to ligh• and from the power of Satan un•• God, that they may receive for givenesse of sins,
Acts 26.18. To open their eyes, an• to turn them from darkness to ligh• and from the power of Satan un•• God, that they may receive for givenesse of Sins,
and have chosen th•• words to speak of it, which are a part 〈 ◊ 〉 that excellent Oration and Discourse th•• Paul had before Agrippa in his own defen•• In which Oration and Discourse of his, 〈 ◊ 〉 may be hold these four things eminently •••ing: 1. That Godlinesse and good man•• are not inconsistent,
and have chosen th•• words to speak of it, which Are a part 〈 ◊ 〉 that excellent Oration and Discourse th•• Paul had before Agrippa in his own defen•• In which Oration and Discourse of his, 〈 ◊ 〉 may be hold these four things eminently •••ing: 1. That Godliness and good man•• Are not inconsistent,
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then by being seven years in all the Courts of France. This, secondly, that innocent Policy that he made use of in the deliverance of this Oration, which likewise doth appear in the second and third verse of this Chapter, where he endeavours to insinuate and ingratiate himself in the favours of the person before whom he had stood;
then by being seven Years in all the Courts of France. This, secondly, that innocent Policy that he made use of in the deliverance of this Oration, which likewise does appear in the second and third verse of this Chapter, where he endeavours to insinuate and ingratiate himself in the favours of the person before whom he had stood;
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Christ witnessed a glorious confession before Pontius Pilat for him, and he would witnesse a glorious confession before Agrippa for Christ, that since Christ had not denied him in that notable day, he would not now deny precious Christ in this day:
christ witnessed a glorious Confessi before Pontius Pilat for him, and he would witness a glorious Confessi before Agrippa for christ, that since christ had not denied him in that notable day, he would not now deny precious christ in this day:
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and this is from the beginning and all alongs ▪ Lastly, This shineth in the words that Paul doth set forth, the matchlesse freedom and unspeakable riches of Christ, not only toward himself in that he did cast the lot of everlasting love toward him;
and this is from the beginning and all alongs ▪ Lastly, This shines in the words that Paul does Set forth, the matchless freedom and unspeakable riches of christ, not only towards himself in that he did cast the lot of everlasting love towards him;
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The first is, to open 〈 ◊ 〉 eyes of the blind, which in short is even th• to give those that are ignorant of God, 〈 ◊ 〉 spiritual knowledge of the deep mysteries the Father, and of the Son:
The First is, to open 〈 ◊ 〉 eyes of the blind, which in short is even th• to give those that Are ignorant of God, 〈 ◊ 〉 spiritual knowledge of the deep Mysteres the Father, and of the Son:
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unto an est•• of holinesse, darknesse in Scripture pointing out sin, and light in Scripture pointing out holinesse. 3. The bringing us from under the power of Satan unto God, the making a blessed exchange of captivity and bondage, that these who were under the captivity of Satan, may be under the captivity of Love, that those who were under the bondage of sin, may be under the sweet obedience of Christ, whose yoke is easie, and whose burden is light, Marth. 11.30.4. That persons may receive the remission of sins, and the for givenesse of their iniquity;
unto an est•• of holiness, darkness in Scripture pointing out since, and Light in Scripture pointing out holiness. 3. The bringing us from under the power of Satan unto God, the making a blessed exchange of captivity and bondage, that these who were under the captivity of Satan, may be under the captivity of Love, that those who were under the bondage of since, may be under the sweet Obedience of christ, whose yoke is easy, and whose burden is Light, Marth. 11.30.4. That Persons may receive the remission of Sins, and the for givenesse of their iniquity;
This is the gre•• voice of the Gospel, come to a crucifi•• Christ, come to a pardoning Christ, com•• to a glorified Christ, Christ hath the pardo•• of iniquity in his one hand,
This is the gre•• voice of the Gospel, come to a crucifi•• christ, come to a pardoning christ, com•• to a glorified christ, christ hath the pardo•• of iniquity in his one hand,
And the last is in the close of the verse, that persons may receive foregivenesse of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me, that is, that they may have a share of that glorious mansion, of that excellent Kingdome that Christ hath purchased,
And the last is in the close of the verse, that Persons may receive foregivenesse of Sins, and inheritance among them which Are sanctified by faith that is in me, that is, that they may have a share of that glorious mansion, of that excellent Kingdom that christ hath purchased,
as it were, Christ cometh not unto us cloathed with the robes of Majesty, but clothed with the robes of Love and advantage, knowing that in this posture he shall most gain upon our hearts.
as it were, christ comes not unto us clothed with the robes of Majesty, but clothed with the robes of Love and advantage, knowing that in this posture he shall most gain upon our hearts.
Now in speaking unto that last end of the preaching the Gospel, we shall only according to our present purpose, take notice of this one thing from it, (not intending to prosecute it as it is an end of the Gospel) but as a property of Faith, and it is that.
Now in speaking unto that last end of the preaching the Gospel, we shall only according to our present purpose, take notice of this one thing from it, (not intending to prosecute it as it is an end of the Gospel) but as a property of Faith, and it is that.
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and the attaining of holinesse, they are sanctified saith he, through faith in me. We shall no• stand long to clear this unto you, it is evident from Act. 15.9. where the Apost• telleth us of purifying their hearts by faith And likewise, 1 Tim. 1.5. where a pur• heart and faith unfeigned, they are ioyne and linked together: As likewise, 1 Jo• 3.3. Every man that hath this hope in him, 〈 ◊ 〉 purifieth himself.
and the attaining of holiness, they Are sanctified Says he, through faith in me. We shall no• stand long to clear this unto you, it is evident from Act. 15.9. where the Apost• Telleth us of purifying their hearts by faith And likewise, 1 Tim. 1.5. where a pur• heart and faith unfeigned, they Are join and linked together: As likewise, 1 Jo• 3.3. Every man that hath this hope in him, 〈 ◊ 〉 Purifieth himself.
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1. In that it discovereth to the soul that matchless excellency, that transcendent beauty, and that surpassing comelinesse that is in Christ, which sight doth exceedingly perswade the soul to draw that conclusion, What have I to do any more with idols? A glorious sight of Christ,
1. In that it Discovereth to the soul that matchless excellency, that transcendent beauty, and that surpassing comeliness that is in christ, which sighed does exceedingly persuade the soul to draw that conclusion, What have I to do any more with Idols? A glorious sighed of christ,
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and acquaintance with him, maketh us lose our acquaintance with our idols, and when once we are united unto Christ by faith, we break that union we had with them.
and acquaintance with him, makes us loose our acquaintance with our Idols, and when once we Are united unto christ by faith, we break that Union we had with them.
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did ye but once see him who is that glorious Son of righteousnesse, ye would be forced to put in your Amen unto that excellent confession of Faith, Eccles. 1.2. Vanity of vanities, and all is but vanity and vexation of spirit.
did you but once see him who is that glorious Son of righteousness, you would be forced to put in your Amen unto that excellent Confessi of Faith, Eccles. 1.2. Vanity of vanities, and all is but vanity and vexation of Spirit.
but likewise his holinesse, and this doth make the soul fall in love with that excellent thing Sanctification. It is recorded amongst the first steps to sin and misery, that we desired to be as Gods, knowing good and evil;
but likewise his holiness, and this does make the soul fallen in love with that excellent thing Sanctification. It is recorded among the First steps to since and misery, that we desired to be as God's, knowing good and evil;
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and believ•ing of the promise bringeth forth that no••• birth, conformity to God, according to th• word upon which we were speaking, 2 P•• 1.4. by believing the promises, (that is the advantage of it) We are by them made part•kers of the divine nature.
and believ•ing of the promise brings forth that no••• birth, conformity to God, according to th• word upon which we were speaking, 2 P•• 1.4. by believing the promises, (that is the advantage of it) We Are by them made part•kers of the divine nature.
5. Faith also believeth the threatnings that are past in Scripture against sin, and the believing them hath an undoubted and strong influence upon the attaining and growth of Sanctification;
5. Faith also Believeth the threatenings that Are passed in Scripture against since, and the believing them hath an undoubted and strong influence upon the attaining and growth of Sanctification;
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Faith strengtheneth a Christian against the committing of iniquity with these two words: that word, Rom. 6.20. O soul (saith faith) commit not iniquity, for the wages of sin is death:
Faith strengtheneth a Christian against the committing of iniquity with these two words: that word, Rom. 6.20. Oh soul (Says faith) commit not iniquity, for the wages of since is death:
And be perswaded of it that the faith of the threatnings and of the promises that are in Scripture, would be as a threefold cord not easily broken, to restra•• you from the acting of iniquity:
And be persuaded of it that the faith of the threatenings and of the promises that Are in Scripture, would be as a threefold cord not Easily broken, to restra•• you from the acting of iniquity:
for is it possible that if ye believed that word, Rev. 21. last. That nothing shall enter into the New Jerusalem that defileth or worketh abominations; or that maketh a lie;
for is it possible that if you believed that word, Rev. 21. last. That nothing shall enter into the New Jerusalem that Defileth or works abominations; or that makes a lie;
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6. Faith discovereth unto a Christian the noble excellencies, and those spiritual dignities that are in that everlasting estate that is provided for the Saints in light;
6. Faith Discovereth unto a Christian the noble excellencies, and those spiritual dignities that Are in that everlasting estate that is provided for the Saints in Light;
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Faith (as it were) carrieth up the soul to the top of Pisgah, off which it is admitted to behold the promised land, and truely the seeing of these noble things that are provided for the Saints, cannot but make them study holinesse,
Faith (as it were) Carrieth up the soul to the top of Pisgah, off which it is admitted to behold the promised land, and truly the seeing of these noble things that Are provided for the Saints, cannot but make them study holiness,
Is it possible that such a delusion as this can overtake you, as to think, that ye who never studied holinesse on earth, shall yet enter in to heavens gates.
Is it possible that such a delusion as this can overtake you, as to think, that you who never studied holiness on earth, shall yet enter in to heavens gates.
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7. Faith hath influence upon the attaining of holinesse in this respect, That it believeth the exceeding great advantages that are promised unto the person that studieth holiness:
7. Faith hath influence upon the attaining of holiness in this respect, That it Believeth the exceeding great advantages that Are promised unto the person that studieth holiness:
Paith it layeth hold upon the truth of the excellent sayings, and maketh the Christia• endeavour to attain unto a likenesse and conformity with him, that so he may be admitted to behold his face for all eternity,
Paith it Layeth hold upon the truth of the excellent sayings, and makes the Christia• endeavour to attain unto a likeness and conformity with him, that so he may be admitted to behold his face for all eternity,
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And I will give you these three grounds why faith compleatly discovereth the sinfulnesse of sin. 1. Faith letteth us see the Person against whom we commit this sin,
And I will give you these three grounds why faith completely Discovereth the sinfulness of since. 1. Faith lets us see the Person against whom we commit this since,
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or to enter in the lists with such an infinite God? 2. Faith letteth a Christian see these excellent obligations of love that Christ hath imposed upon us;
or to enter in the lists with such an infinite God? 2. Faith lets a Christian see these excellent obligations of love that christ hath imposed upon us;
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And, 2. That Register in which all your acts of offending precious Christ are written, ye would be astonished and ashamed to see so much forgiven you;
And, 2. That Register in which all your acts of offending precious christ Are written, you would be astonished and ashamed to see so much forgiven you;
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there ye would see infinite •ency desiring to rejoyce over judgement, and •here ye would see the spotlesse riches of •hat transcendent grace that is in Christ.
there you would see infinite •ency desiring to rejoice over judgement, and •here you would see the spotless riches of •hat transcendent grace that is in christ.
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The second thing that we shall speak concerning Faiths influence in the attain•• Sanctification, shall be to enquire a little 〈 ◊ 〉 to these things that hinder even Believ• from attaining this blessed effect of th• Faith;
The second thing that we shall speak Concerning Faiths influence in the attain•• Sanctification, shall be to inquire a little 〈 ◊ 〉 to these things that hinder even Believ• from attaining this blessed Effect of th• Faith;
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for some Christians there are that some respects are taken up in the exercise ▪ Faith, making use of Christ for Sanctification and yet their making use of Christ by Faith doth not weaken the strength of their ido• (at least) to their apprehensions, neither 〈 ◊ 〉 raise them up to a conformity with God;
for Some Christians there Are that Some respects Are taken up in the exercise ▪ Faith, making use of christ for Sanctification and yet their making use of christ by Faith does not weaken the strength of their ido• (At least) to their apprehensions, neither 〈 ◊ 〉 raise them up to a conformity with God;
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〈 ◊ 〉 that they are constrained somtimes to cry o•• I shall once fall by the hand of one of mine 〈 ◊ 〉 quities, and when they fight and doth 〈 ◊ 〉 overcome, they are at last constrained to 〈 ◊ 〉 There is no hope.
〈 ◊ 〉 that they Are constrained sometimes to cry o•• I shall once fallen by the hand of one of mine 〈 ◊ 〉 quities, and when they fight and does 〈 ◊ 〉 overcome, they Are At last constrained to 〈 ◊ 〉 There is no hope.
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The first ground of such a dispensation ▪ That a Christian is not constant in his acti•• of Faith, he will be strong in saith to 〈 ◊ 〉 and when the morrow cometh, he will fa•• in that exercise,
The First ground of such a Dispensation ▪ That a Christian is not constant in his acti•• of Faith, he will be strong in Says to 〈 ◊ 〉 and when the morrow comes, he will fa•• in that exercise,
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〈 ◊ 〉 when faith hath gotten its advantages, 〈 ◊ 〉 lose them through security and neglige•• that is a command that should be continu• obeyed, Trust in the Lord at all times:
〈 ◊ 〉 when faith hath got its advantages, 〈 ◊ 〉 loose them through security and neglige•• that is a command that should be continu• obeyed, Trust in the Lord At all times:
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and doubt, if a Christian were more taken 〈 ◊ 〉 the constant actings of Faith, he should 〈 ◊ 〉 times sing that song, I trusted in God, 〈 ◊ 〉 was helped.
and doubt, if a Christian were more taken 〈 ◊ 〉 the constant actings of Faith, he should 〈 ◊ 〉 times sing that song, I trusted in God, 〈 ◊ 〉 was helped.
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and so they cannot bring forth these noble fruits and effects of Faith. If we were trusting in God with all our hearts, then that promise, Psal. 37.5. should be accomplished to us, Trust in the Lord, and he shall bring it to passe.
and so they cannot bring forth these noble fruits and effects of Faith. If we were trusting in God with all our hearts, then that promise, Psalm 37.5. should be accomplished to us, Trust in the Lord, and he shall bring it to pass.
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Thirdly, There is a strong heart conjunction and soul-union between us and our idols: we are joyned to our idols, and therefore we cannot be easily devorced;
Thirdly, There is a strong heart conjunction and soul-union between us and our Idols: we Are joined to our Idols, and Therefore we cannot be Easily divorced;
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yea, when we are in the heat of the war against them, there is a procuratour within that cryeth, O spare this little one, or this profitable or pleasant one,
yea, when we Are in the heat of the war against them, there is a procurator within that Cries, Oh spare this little one, or this profitable or pleasant one,
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But I confesse, if that union were once dissolved, we should then be heard with greatest earnestnesse to cry forth, O blessed be the Lord that teacheth my hands to fight.
But I confess, if that Union were once dissolved, we should then be herd with greatest earnestness to cry forth, Oh blessed be the Lord that Teaches my hands to fight.
or as the word may be rendered, Make out by unanswerable arguments to your tentations, that you cannor imbrace the unfruitful works of darknesse, convince your tentations that ye cannot do it:
or as the word may be rendered, Make out by unanswerable Arguments to your tentations, that you cannor embrace the unfruitful works of darkness, convince your tentations that you cannot do it:
O tentation give me on• ground why I should commit such an iniquity. And certainly, if we were thus reasoning with our tentations, they should fl•• before us:
Oh tentation give me on• ground why I should commit such an iniquity. And Certainly, if we were thus reasoning with our tentations, they should fl•• before us:
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or, as the word may be rendered, Be married and glewed to that which is good, let there be an unspeakable and indissolvable knot of union between you and that which is good:
or, as the word may be rendered, Be married and glued to that which is good, let there be an unspeakable and indissolvable knot of Union between you and that which is good:
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but that is the great ground why we advance not in holinesse, we know not the advantage nor dignity, to be made like God. O will ye think on it, What a thing is it for you who are the dust of his feet, to be made conform to him? Seventhly, A Christian is no• much in the exercise of other duties that should go along with faith, suspect that faith for presumption, that can act,
but that is the great ground why we advance not in holiness, we know not the advantage nor dignity, to be made like God. Oh will you think on it, What a thing is it for you who Are the dust of his feet, to be made conform to him? Seventhly, A Christian is no• much in the exercise of other duties that should go along with faith, suspect that faith for presumption, that can act,
Wh• was it, O Christian and expectant of heave that ye was constrained to put up an Eben•zer, and cry forth, Hitherto hath the Lo•• helped me? When was it, O Christian an• expectant of heaven, that ye was put to cr• forth, God hath arisen, and mine enemies ar• scattered before my face? I will tell yo• what is your practice, ye make such a cov•nant with your idols as Nahash did with th• men of Jabesh Gilead, 1 Sam. 11.2, 3. yo• lusts desire to make you pluck out you right eyes,
Wh• was it, Oh Christian and expectant of heave that you was constrained to put up an Eben•zer, and cry forth, Hitherto hath the Lo•• helped me? When was it, Oh Christian an• expectant of heaven, that you was put to cr• forth, God hath arisen, and mine enemies ar• scattered before my face? I will tell yo• what is your practice, you make such a cov•nant with your Idols as Nahash did with th• men of Jabesh Gilead, 1 Sam. 11.2, 3. yo• Lustiest desire to make you pluck out you right eyes,
and there is nothing your lus• will command you, but almost ye will obey, but would you send out prayers as a messe•ger to tell the King of such a tyrannie, y• should know better what it is to bevictorious.
and there is nothing your lus• will command you, but almost you will obey, but would you send out Prayers as a messe•ger to tell the King of such a tyranny, y• should know better what it is to bevictorious.
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There is such a Covenant between th• graces of the Spirit, especially between faith and Prayer (if so we may allude) as was made between Joah and Abishai, 2 Sam 10.11. one grace,
There is such a Covenant between th• graces of the Spirit, especially between faith and Prayer (if so we may allude) as was made between Joah and Abishai, 2 Same 10.11. one grace,
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when love i• ••ginning to die, and waxe cold in the fight ••en faith cometh in and putteth life in love, and when patience is like to fall and be overcome,
when love i• ••ginning to die, and wax cold in the fight ••en faith comes in and putteth life in love, and when patience is like to fallen and be overcome,
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O! what is •he ground that I get not victory over •ny lusts, and they propose that question •o Christ that once the Disciples proposed •o him, Why was it that I could not cast out ••ch a devil? And I can give no other an•ver nor Christ gave to them, it is, because 〈 ◊ 〉 have not faith;
OH! what is •he ground that I get not victory over •ny Lustiest, and they propose that question •o christ that once the Disciples proposed •o him, Why was it that I could not cast out ••ch a Devil? And I can give no other an•ver nor christ gave to them, it is, Because 〈 ◊ 〉 have not faith;
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and they should •bey you, and there should not be a moun•in in the way between you and heaven, but 〈 ◊ 〉 ye had faith, it should be rolled away and •ecome a plain.
and they should •bey you, and there should not be a moun•in in the Way between you and heaven, but 〈 ◊ 〉 you had faith, it should be rolled away and •ecome a plain.
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First, Faith helpeth a Christian to o• come that idol of impatience and discont•• some never met with a discouragement, 〈 ◊ 〉 they cry out, This evil is of the Lord, 〈 ◊ 〉 should I wait any longer, they are soon pu• 〈 ◊ 〉 the end of their patience:
First, Faith Helpeth a Christian to o• come that idol of impatience and discont•• Some never met with a discouragement, 〈 ◊ 〉 they cry out, This evil is of the Lord, 〈 ◊ 〉 should I wait any longer, they Are soon pu• 〈 ◊ 〉 the end of their patience:
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when day 〈 ◊ 〉 break and all their clouds flee away. 2. 〈 ◊ 〉 helpeth the Christian to see there is muc• Christ to make up any losse or disadvan• that they have;
when day 〈 ◊ 〉 break and all their Clouds flee away. 2. 〈 ◊ 〉 Helpeth the Christian to see there is muc• christ to make up any loss or disadvan• that they have;
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if ye losse your son, or y• choisest contentment in the world, Faith 〈 ◊ 〉 say such a word as Elkana said to 〈 ◊ 〉 1 Sam. 1.8. Is not Christ better to the• ten sons? The choisest contentments 〈 ◊ 〉 lose, (that is faiths divinity) Christ 〈 ◊ 〉 an hundred of them:
if you loss your son, or y• Choicest contentment in the world, Faith 〈 ◊ 〉 say such a word as Elkana said to 〈 ◊ 〉 1 Sam. 1.8. Is not christ better to the• ten Sons? The Choicest contentment's 〈 ◊ 〉 loose, (that is faiths divinity) christ 〈 ◊ 〉 an hundred of them:
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and so this 〈 ◊ 〉 •oul be ashamed of their impatiency, and to give over their fretting at the excellent and wise dispensations of God. 3. Faith letteth a Christian see, that there is not a dispensation that he meeteth with,
and so this 〈 ◊ 〉 •oul be ashamed of their impatiency, and to give over their fretting At the excellent and wise dispensations of God. 3. Faith lets a Christian see, that there is not a Dispensation that he meeteth with,
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I think that word, Eccles. 3.11. was never so much accomplished as it is in those dayes, and amongst you, He hath set the world in your hearts, that is the idol that dwelleth and lodgeth within you:
I think that word, Eccles. 3.11. was never so much accomplished as it is in those days, and among you, He hath Set the world in your hearts, that is the idol that dwells and lodgeth within you:
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And whereas God saith, Thou shalt have no other Gods but me, the world saith, Thou shalt have no 〈 ◊ 〉 Gods but me, &c. But faith will bring 〈 ◊ 〉 idol low,
And whereas God Says, Thou shalt have no other God's but me, the world Says, Thou shalt have no 〈 ◊ 〉 God's but me, etc. But faith will bring 〈 ◊ 〉 idol low,
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I think, if there were no m••• to be said against that idol of self-love a•• self-indulgence, that which is in 2 Tim. 3. •. were sufficient, that amongst all the g••• idols of the latter times, this is put in 〈 ◊ 〉 first place, They shall belovers of themsel••• we cannot take pains for Christ, we ca• go about the exercise of any duty, bec••• 〈 ◊ 〉 ido •f 〈 … 〉 forbiddeth us.
I think, if there were no m••• to be said against that idol of Self-love a•• self-indulgence, that which is in 2 Tim. 3. •. were sufficient, that among all the g••• Idols of the latter times, this is put in 〈 ◊ 〉 First place, They shall belovers of themsel••• we cannot take pains for christ, we ca• go about the exercise of any duty, bec••• 〈 ◊ 〉 ido •f 〈 … 〉 forbiddeth us.
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I will tell you its counsel and great advice it giveth you, O person, pity thy self, that same counsel Peter gave his Master, it biddeth you pity your self: But if we could rightly interpret that language, it would be this, destroy your self, for self indulgence, and self love is that which will ruine you.
I will tell you its counsel and great Advice it gives you, Oh person, pity thy self, that same counsel Peter gave his Master, it bids you pity your self: But if we could rightly interpret that language, it would be this, destroy your self, for self indulgence, and self love is that which will ruin you.
The fourth idol that faith will subdue, is self righteousnesse, this is a great thing we maintain, we will never renounce our own righteousness and submit to the righteousness of Christ:
The fourth idol that faith will subdue, is self righteousness, this is a great thing we maintain, we will never renounce our own righteousness and submit to the righteousness of christ:
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and maketh a Christian 〈 ◊ 〉 perswaded that he is settled upon the 〈 ◊ 〉 and that his interest in God is made sure, 〈 ◊ 〉 ctification is that which will help a Ch•••• an dayly to read his interest in God: T•• clear from Jam. 2.18.
and makes a Christian 〈 ◊ 〉 persuaded that he is settled upon the 〈 ◊ 〉 and that his Interest in God is made sure, 〈 ◊ 〉 ctification is that which will help a Ch•••• an daily to read his Interest in God: T•• clear from Jam. 2.18.
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I will shew the 〈 ◊ 〉 faith by my works, where this is clearly 〈 ◊ 〉 den forth, That a Christian much in the 〈 ◊ 〉 of Sanctification, he can upon all times an extract of his Faith,
I will show the 〈 ◊ 〉 faith by my works, where this is clearly 〈 ◊ 〉 den forth, That a Christian much in the 〈 ◊ 〉 of Sanctification, he can upon all times an extract of his Faith,
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and, as it were, 〈 ◊ 〉 cover it and shew it to the world. 2. S•••••fication maketh faith perfect, accordin• that remarkable word, Jam. 2.22. A• works was faith made perfect.
and, as it were, 〈 ◊ 〉 cover it and show it to the world. 2. S•••••fication makes faith perfect, accordin• that remarkable word, Jam. 2.22. A• works was faith made perfect.
There is a 〈 ◊ 〉 perfection that redoundeth to faith th•• the exercise of the work of Sanctifica•••• for not only is it thereby made manifes• receiveth such a shining luster and sp•••• as that sometimes the eves of carnal m••• even dazled to behold a Believer,
There is a 〈 ◊ 〉 perfection that redoundeth to faith th•• the exercise of the work of Sanctifica•••• for not only is it thereby made manifes• receives such a shining luster and sp•••• as that sometime the eves of carnal m••• even dazzled to behold a Believer,
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And, lastly, if a Christian be much in this work of Sanctification, there will be a comfortable exercise of faith, Sometimes Faith is exercised with much anxiety,
And, lastly, if a Christian be much in this work of Sanctification, there will be a comfortable exercise of faith, Sometime Faith is exercised with much anxiety,
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and maketh a Christian rejoyce with joy unspeakable and full of glory. Thirdly, We may draw this conclusion, If faith have influence upon the work of Sanctification,
and makes a Christian rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory. Thirdly, We may draw this conclusion, If faith have influence upon the work of Sanctification,
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and shall not that faith unquestionably perish as a dream, and evanish as the vision of the night? and therefore if ye would testifie the reality of your faith,
and shall not that faith unquestionably perish as a dream, and evanish as the vision of the night? and Therefore if you would testify the reality of your faith,
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I shall but from Joh. 8.14, 15. give you these eight properties of 〈 ◊ 〉 pocrites faith and hope, which may 〈 ◊ 〉 you try and examine your self. 1. 〈 ◊ 〉 hope and their faith is but an act of 〈 ◊ 〉 yea, there is not such an act of foolish• under heaven, as a hypocrites hope;
I shall but from John 8.14, 15. give you these eight properties of 〈 ◊ 〉 pocrites faith and hope, which may 〈 ◊ 〉 you try and examine your self. 1. 〈 ◊ 〉 hope and their faith is but an act of 〈 ◊ 〉 yea, there is not such an act of foolish• under heaven, as a Hypocrites hope;
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shewing this, that they b• without a foundation, and so their faith 〈 ◊ 〉 be most unsure and uncertain. 2. 〈 ◊ 〉 thing they hope for shall at last loath the• O hypocrites, ye hope for enjoyment Christ,
showing this, that they b• without a Foundation, and so their faith 〈 ◊ 〉 be most unsure and uncertain. 2. 〈 ◊ 〉 thing they hope for shall At last loath the• Oh Hypocrites, you hope for enjoyment christ,
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that is clear in that same w••• Whose hope shall be cut off, or as the w• may be read, Whose hope shall loath the• the thing he hoped for shall loath him, 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ shall say, Depart, I know you 〈 ◊ 〉 3. And though ye have now much des••• and pleasure in the actings of your presu• tuous hope,
that is clear in that same w••• Whose hope shall be Cut off, or as the w• may be read, Whose hope shall loath the• the thing he hoped for shall loath him, 〈 ◊ 〉 christ shall say, Depart, I know you 〈 ◊ 〉 3. And though you have now much des••• and pleasure in the actings of your presu• tuous hope,
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The 〈 ◊ 〉 is coming, that ye shall cry forth, curse• the day that ever I believed that I sho• get heaven. 3. It shall at last be the 〈 ◊ 〉 ter of his vexation, from that word, w•• hope shall be cut off; or as the word ma•• rendered, whose hope shall vex him. O 〈 ◊ 〉 the hypocrites shall meet with that anx••• 〈 ◊ 〉 dreadfull disappointment one day, they ••all then put their hand on their head, being 〈 ◊ 〉 shamed because of their confidence. 4. He 〈 ◊ 〉 studieth by all means to keep his hope,
The 〈 ◊ 〉 is coming, that you shall cry forth, curse• the day that ever I believed that I sho• get heaven. 3. It shall At last be the 〈 ◊ 〉 ter of his vexation, from that word, w•• hope shall be Cut off; or as the word ma•• rendered, whose hope shall vex him. Oh 〈 ◊ 〉 the Hypocrites shall meet with that anx••• 〈 ◊ 〉 dreadful disappointment one day, they ••all then put their hand on their head, being 〈 ◊ 〉 shamed Because of their confidence. 4. He 〈 ◊ 〉 studieth by all means to keep his hope,
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though it be but false, therefore have ye that word in the 15. verse, he holdeth it fast, or as the word is, he keepeth it with hand and arm, with all his strength he keepeth his hope:
though it be but false, Therefore have you that word in the 15. verse, he holds it fast, or as the word is, he Keepeth it with hand and arm, with all his strength he Keepeth his hope:
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I love never a faith that in this side of time is unchangeable, and never knoweth what it is to have ups nor downs. 5. It is built alwayes upon a wrong foundation, which is imported in that word, He shall lean upon his house, which we suppose may interpret thus, he shall lean upon his worldly enjoyments, or upon these spiritual like enjoyments he met with.
I love never a faith that in this side of time is unchangeable, and never Knoweth what it is to have ups nor downs. 5. It is built always upon a wrong Foundation, which is imported in that word, He shall lean upon his house, which we suppose may interpret thus, he shall lean upon his worldly enjoyments, or upon these spiritual like enjoyments he met with.
The hope of a hypocrite is never built upon Christ, and so unquestionably that hope shall be cut off and evanish. 6. Let hypocrites hold fast their hope with both their arms, I will say these three words to them:
The hope of a hypocrite is never built upon christ, and so unquestionably that hope shall be Cut off and evanish. 6. Let Hypocrites hold fast their hope with both their arms, I will say these three words to them:
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and how you 〈 ◊ 〉 tained it. 7. The hypocrites hope 〈 ◊ 〉 poor building, it is as a spiders web; 〈 ◊ 〉 I conceive (without being critick) is 〈 ◊ 〉 The hope of hypocrites they spin it o•• their own bowels, they have it not 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ,
and how you 〈 ◊ 〉 tained it. 7. The Hypocrites hope 〈 ◊ 〉 poor building, it is as a spiders web; 〈 ◊ 〉 I conceive (without being critic) is 〈 ◊ 〉 The hope of Hypocrites they spin it o•• their own bowels, they have it not 〈 ◊ 〉 christ,
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but as yee see a spider spin o•••• its own bowels, so do they out of th• selves, it is no better stuff then their 〈 ◊ 〉 rotten righteousnesse, Christ •ever b• those unto a lively hope.
but as ye see a spider spin o•••• its own bowels, so do they out of th• selves, it is no better stuff then their 〈 ◊ 〉 rotten righteousness, christ •ever b• those unto a lively hope.
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Let me be••• you therefore, that by all means ye wo• study to make fure your interest in God, 〈 ◊ 〉 to build your faith on him, whose nam• that munition of rocks; For believe it, I 〈 ◊ 〉 say it with much perswasion, I know th• are many that shall once meet (if God 〈 ◊ 〉 vent it not) with a dreadful disappo• ment:
Let me be••• you Therefore, that by all means you wo• study to make fure your Interest in God, 〈 ◊ 〉 to built your faith on him, whose nam• that munition of Rocks; For believe it, I 〈 ◊ 〉 say it with much persuasion, I know th• Are many that shall once meet (if God 〈 ◊ 〉 vent it not) with a dreadful disappo• meant:
And therefore as ye would not in•• that eternal hazard that is attending 〈 ◊ 〉 that presumptuously take hold of a h•• before Christ take hold of them, study 〈 ◊ 〉 search your hope what it is:
And Therefore as you would not in•• that Eternal hazard that is attending 〈 ◊ 〉 that presumptuously take hold of a h•• before christ take hold of them, study 〈 ◊ 〉 search your hope what it is:
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First, O ye that are strangers to Christ, and that know not what it is to im•race the offers of the everlasting Gospel, ••ey that excellent counsel, 2 Chron. 3.8. •ive Christ your hand; for that word which 〈 ◊ 〉 have rendered, Yeeld your self to the Lord, 〈 ◊ 〉 is in the Original, Give your hand to God;
First, Oh you that Are Strangers to christ, and that know not what it is to im•race the offers of the everlasting Gospel, ••ey that excellent counsel, 2 Chronicles 3.8. •ive christ your hand; for that word which 〈 ◊ 〉 have rendered, Yield your self to the Lord, 〈 ◊ 〉 is in the Original, Give your hand to God;
And, I suppose, there is so much spoken to the commendation of that noble Plant of re•own, that ye may take Christ (if so we •ay speak) blindly, ye may close your eyes •nd take him,
And, I suppose, there is so much spoken to the commendation of that noble Plant of re•own, that you may take christ (if so we •ay speak) blindly, you may close your eyes •nd take him,
Thirdly, Let me d• you to go and ask, is there a grave betw• you and heaven, in all that way thro•• which the Saints have travelled, upon w••• this is written, here lyeth a man that sin•ly sought life from Christ, and he de•• him.
Thirdly, Let me d• you to go and ask, is there a grave betw• you and heaven, in all that Way thro•• which the Saints have traveled, upon w••• this is written, Here lies a man that sin•ly sought life from christ, and he de•• him.
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I think without encroaching 〈 ◊ 〉 much upon the searching forth of the 〈 ◊ 〉 ercise of the Saints in heaven, I think 〈 ◊ 〉 may suppose, there may be in heaven so• Queries and Interrogations:
I think without encroaching 〈 ◊ 〉 much upon the searching forth of the 〈 ◊ 〉 ercise of the Saints in heaven, I think 〈 ◊ 〉 may suppose, there may be in heaven so• Queries and Interrogations:
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Christ shall 〈 ◊ 〉 O beloved, Did ye want any thing here bel•• when ye was sent forth to travel in 〈 ◊ 〉 world? and ye shall be constrained to 〈 ◊ 〉 swer, No: Christ shall ask that question you, Did I not all things well? and 〈 ◊ 〉 shall be constrained to answer, Yes: Ch• shall propose that question, Are ye not w• rewarded for all your pains? and you 〈 ◊ 〉 be constrained to answer, Yes: O but 〈 ◊ 〉 take him, he is the blessed and most excell• One in heaven and in earth, it is the best ••gain ever ye made:
christ shall 〈 ◊ 〉 O Beloved, Did you want any thing Here bel•• when you was sent forth to travel in 〈 ◊ 〉 world? and you shall be constrained to 〈 ◊ 〉 swer, No: christ shall ask that question you, Did I not all things well? and 〈 ◊ 〉 shall be constrained to answer, Yes: Ch• shall propose that question, are you not w• rewarded for all your pains? and you 〈 ◊ 〉 be constrained to answer, Yes: Oh but 〈 ◊ 〉 take him, he is the blessed and most excell• One in heaven and in earth, it is the best ••gain ever you made:
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O ye Merchants 〈 ◊ 〉 have made many excellent bargains to y• own apprehension, will ye come and 〈 ◊ 〉 one excellent bargain yet, that will m• you eternally up:
Oh you Merchant's 〈 ◊ 〉 have made many excellent bargains to y• own apprehension, will you come and 〈 ◊ 〉 one excellent bargain yet, that will m• you eternally up:
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and ye shall get Christ wi• money; ••niggards that are loath to spend your money in the world, will ye 〈 ◊ 〉 to Christ and believe on him, take him freely:
and you shall get christ wi• money; ••niggards that Are loath to spend your money in the world, will you 〈 ◊ 〉 to christ and believe on him, take him freely:
I would only say these three things to thee: 1. Come to Christ, and if gold and silver be for thy advantage, thou shall have it literally accomplished. 2. I say, ye shall have as much contentment in Jesus Christ,
I would only say these three things to thee: 1. Come to christ, and if gold and silver be for thy advantage, thou shall have it literally accomplished. 2. I say, you shall have as much contentment in jesus christ,
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Secondly, Ye say, I would have this, that what I purpose might be accomplished: I say, come to Christ and ye shall have that likewise, Job 22.28. Thou shalt decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee;
Secondly, You say, I would have this, that what I purpose might be accomplished: I say, come to christ and you shall have that likewise, Job 22.28. Thou shalt Decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee;
and he desireth you to 〈 ◊ 〉 what ye would have, And is not this an ••cellent bargan? O niggard, what would 〈 ◊ 〉 have which ye will not get in Christ? 〈 ◊ 〉 be perswaded, that ye that refuse and 〈 ◊ 〉 not take him, the eternal curse of all th•• in heaven will return upon thy head, 〈 ◊ 〉 eternal curse of all the expectants 〈 ◊ 〉 heaven and heirs of life will return upon 〈 ◊ 〉 head of that person that will not take Chri•• And cursed, cursed shall that person be 〈 ◊ 〉 will not take Christ,
and he Desires you to 〈 ◊ 〉 what you would have, And is not this an ••cellent bargain? O niggard, what would 〈 ◊ 〉 have which you will not get in christ? 〈 ◊ 〉 be persuaded, that you that refuse and 〈 ◊ 〉 not take him, the Eternal curse of all th•• in heaven will return upon thy head, 〈 ◊ 〉 Eternal curse of all the expectants 〈 ◊ 〉 heaven and Heirs of life will return upon 〈 ◊ 〉 head of that person that will not take Chri•• And cursed, cursed shall that person be 〈 ◊ 〉 will not take christ,
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do not the Christians of these times go halting between two opinions, being neither positive that they are received into the adoption of children, nor positive that they are yet in a state of alienation,
do not the Christians of these times go halting between two opinions, being neither positive that they Are received into the adoption of children, nor positive that they Are yet in a state of alienation,
& so much of our spirits from better things, were happily drowned in these four excellent questions, which without contro•ersie are of greatest concernment for all to •ave resolved. 1. Where shall I rest all night when the long shaddows of the everlasting evening shall be streached out upon me, 〈 ◊ 〉 whither or not hath Christ gone before 〈 ◊ 〉 take up a place for me in his Fathers ho• 2. It is a soul-concerning question, Mas• what shall I do to inherit eternal life? to 〈 ◊ 〉 asking at him that can sweetly resolve y• And 3. not to rest there,
& so much of our spirits from better things, were happily drowned in these four excellent questions, which without contro•ersie Are of greatest concernment for all to •ave resolved. 1. Where shall I rest all night when the long shadows of the everlasting evening shall be stretched out upon me, 〈 ◊ 〉 whither or not hath christ gone before 〈 ◊ 〉 take up a place for me in his Father's ho• 2. It is a soul-concerning question, Mas• what shall I do to inherit Eternal life? to 〈 ◊ 〉 asking At him that can sweetly resolve y• And 3. not to rest there,
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and the Court of con••ence, the affairs of which, a Christian shou• endeavour much to know. 5. It is 〈 ◊ 〉 soul concerning question, that a Christian should be much in proposing to himself.
and the Court of con••ence, the affairs of which, a Christian shou• endeavour much to know. 5. It is 〈 ◊ 〉 soul Concerning question, that a Christian should be much in proposing to himself.
and yet alar, we are neglig• in praises, we may with Tamar rent our g• ments of divers colours, even the garment• the Kings daughters, because of spirit• whoredome against God, and our ingratit• to him.
and yet alar, we Are neglig• in praises, we may with Tamar rend our g• ments of diverse colours, even the garment• the Kings daughters, Because of spirit• whoredom against God, and our ingratit• to him.
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Now having spoken unto you at so 〈 ◊ 〉 a length of that precious and fundamen• grace of Faith, we have thought fit to shut up all in speaking a little upon these words we now have read, concerning the evidence and assurance of Faith.
Now having spoken unto you At so 〈 ◊ 〉 a length of that precious and fundamen• grace of Faith, we have Thought fit to shut up all in speaking a little upon these words we now have read, Concerning the evidence and assurance of Faith.
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The Apostle in this Chapter is vindicating his Ministery and Apostleship, from the contempt that was cast upon it, he proveth he was a Minister of the New Testament, called and sent of God, by the blessing and successe he had among them, in that he had not plowed nor thressed in vain;
The Apostle in this Chapter is vindicating his Ministry and Apostleship, from the contempt that was cast upon it, he Proves he was a Minister of the New Testament, called and sent of God, by the blessing and success he had among them, in that he had not plowed nor thressed in vain;
here is not to be understood, a being in the doctrine of Faith only, but it is to be understood of principally, being indeed and really united to Christ by Faith.
Here is not to be understood, a being in the Doctrine of Faith only, but it is to be understood of principally, being indeed and really united to christ by Faith.
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Secondly, That the seeking after assurance, is a necessary command• duty, for ye see here the words very impe••tive, Examine your selves, prove your selve• Thirdly, That there are many mistakes a• delusions among people, concerning th• noble and excellent thing, Assurance, the• being many that keep fast a hope which Chri• shall once discountenance and sweep awa• like a spiders web, and this is imported 〈 ◊ 〉 these words, Examine your selves, or as th• word may be rendered, Take an acurate an• an experimental search of your selves, tr• your selves, or prove your selves:
Secondly, That the seeking After assurance, is a necessary command• duty, for you see Here the words very impe••tive, Examine your selves, prove your selve• Thirdly, That there Are many mistakes a• delusions among people, Concerning th• noble and excellent thing, Assurance, the• being many that keep fast a hope which Chri• shall once discountenance and sweep awa• like a spiders web, and this is imported 〈 ◊ 〉 these words, Examine your selves, or as th• word may be rendered, Take an accurate an• an experimental search of your selves, tr• your selves, or prove your selves:
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And so his putting of the Corinthians to so acurate a search of themselves, saith this clearly to us, there are many mistakes concerning this thing many do passe a decreet in their own favours before Christ hath passed his approbation of them.
And so his putting of the Corinthians to so accurate a search of themselves, Says this clearly to us, there Are many mistakes Concerning this thing many do pass a decreet in their own favours before christ hath passed his approbation of them.
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Fourthly, Take notice of this from the words, that there is much and exceeding much advantage, by trying and searching whether we be in the faith or no;
Fourthly, Take notice of this from the words, that there is much and exceeding much advantage, by trying and searching whither we be in the faith or no;
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I shall only propose these reasons unto you to make it evident. 1. It is known in Scripture, that the Saints of old have in ordinary way attained to distinct perswasion of their interest in Christ, Song. 2. vers. 16. My beloved is mine, and I am his, and Rom. 8.38. I am perswaded (saith the Apostle) that neither death nor life, &c. shall be able to separate me from the love of God in Christ.
I shall only propose these Reasons unto you to make it evident. 1. It is known in Scripture, that the Saints of old have in ordinary Way attained to distinct persuasion of their Interest in christ, Song. 2. vers. 16. My Beloved is mine, and I am his, and Rom. 8.38. I am persuaded (Says the Apostle) that neither death nor life, etc. shall be able to separate me from the love of God in christ.
And 2 Cor. 5. ver. 1. For we know, if this our earthly tabernacle were dissolved, we have a house with God not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.
And 2 Cor. 5. ver. 1. For we know, if this our earthly tabernacle were dissolved, we have a house with God not made with hands, Eternal in the heavens.
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2. It is the great scope of many Scriptures, to shew how Christians may attain to assurance. 1 Job. 1.13. These things I write unto you, that ye may know what ye have eternal life.
2. It is the great scope of many Scriptures, to show how Christians may attain to assurance. 1 Job. 1.13. These things I write unto you, that you may know what you have Eternal life.
and to make them to accept of him, and to give them a distinct assurance that Christ hath accepted them. 3. There are many commands in Scripture for Christians to be serious in scarching after assurance, 2 Pet. 1.10. Wherefore brethren, give all diligence to make your calling and election sure.
and to make them to accept of him, and to give them a distinct assurance that christ hath accepted them. 3. There Are many commands in Scripture for Christians to be serious in scarching After assurance, 2 Pet. 1.10. Wherefore brothers, give all diligence to make your calling and election sure.
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What was the ground and great end that God confirmed his Covenant with an oath, was it not, Heb. 6.18. That by two immutable things, wherein it was impossible for God to lie, ye might have strong consolation.
What was the ground and great end that God confirmed his Covenant with an oath, was it not, Hebrew 6.18. That by two immutable things, wherein it was impossible for God to lie, you might have strong consolation.
i• Christian were evermore in the dark conce•ning his interest in Christ, he could not giv• obedience to that exhortation, Rejoyce eve• more, again, I say, rejoyce.
i• Christian were evermore in the dark conce•ning his Interest in christ, he could not giv• Obedience to that exhortation, Rejoice eve• more, again, I say, rejoice.
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compared wit• vers. 10. where the Apostle Peter pressing th• Doctrine of making our calling and election sure, he setteth down these excellent mea• by which they may win to it,
compared wit• vers. 10. where the Apostle Peter pressing th• Doctrine of making our calling and election sure, he sets down these excellent mea• by which they may win to it,
and doubtless the marks and evidents that are registrate i• the Scripture of a gracious state, do assur• us, that assurance is attainable. 7. What ar• the ends of the Sacraments,
and doubtless the marks and evidents that Are registrate i• the Scripture of a gracious state, do assur• us, that assurance is attainable. 7. What ar• the ends of the Sacraments,
but that our assurance may be confirmed, and that our faith may be strengthned, the two Sacraments are the two great Seals of heaven that are put to the Charter of the Covenant.
but that our assurance may be confirmed, and that our faith may be strengthened, the two Sacraments Are the two great Seals of heaven that Are put to the Charter of the Covenant.
Now as to the application, and the mor• full improvement of this first point, I shal• only offer these considerations. 1. I woul• have it taken notice of, that though grac• and assurance be two lovers,
Now as to the application, and the mor• full improvement of this First point, I shal• only offer these considerations. 1. I woul• have it taken notice of, that though grac• and assurance be two lovers,
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yea, are there not eve• some who have had assurance, and somtim• a day have been admitted to draw that co•clusion, I am my beloveds, and his desire, 〈 ◊ 〉 towards me, who are now under darknesse concerning their interest,
yea, Are there not eve• Some who have had assurance, and somtim• a day have been admitted to draw that co•clusion, I am my beloveds, and his desire, 〈 ◊ 〉 towards me, who Are now under darkness Concerning their Interest,
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when ye misse assurance, beware of drawing such negative conclusions concerning your graces, but when ye sit in darknesse and see no light, Trust in the Name of the Lord,
when you miss assurance, beware of drawing such negative conclusions Concerning your graces, but when you fit in darkness and see no Light, Trust in the Name of the Lord,
My second consideration is, That since assurance is attainable, ye would 〈 ◊ 〉 find out and remove these things that 〈 ◊ 〉 hinder you from attaining unto it.
My second consideration is, That since assurance is attainable, you would 〈 ◊ 〉 find out and remove these things that 〈 ◊ 〉 hinder you from attaining unto it.
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And that we may help you in this, we conceive, that the obstructions of a Christians assurance, are especially in these two, 1. Our mistaking of the Lords dealing towards us.
And that we may help you in this, we conceive, that the obstructions of a Christians assurance, Are especially in these two, 1. Our mistaking of the lords dealing towards us.
this often maketh a Christian to debate his interest, and call in question his evidence, Lam. 3.8. compared with verse 18. I cry and shout, but he shutteth out my prayers:
this often makes a Christian to debate his Interest, and call in question his evidence, Lam. 3.8. compared with verse 18. I cry and shout, but he shutteth out my Prayers:
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and this especially occasioned when the Christian most serious and servent in prayer, and the he meereth not with a return, this maketh them exceedingly debate their interest.
and this especially occasioned when the Christian most serious and servient in prayer, and the he meereth not with a return, this makes them exceedingly debate their Interest.
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but yet th• needeth not make a Believer question all, a•• debate the reality of his interest in God since the dearest of all the children of th• Kingdom have been so dealt with, even 〈 ◊ 〉 David, Psal. 22. Cryed night and day without silence, and is not heard,
but yet th• needs not make a Believer question all, a•• debate the reality of his Interest in God since the dearest of all the children of th• Kingdom have been so dealt with, even 〈 ◊ 〉 David, Psalm 22. Cried night and day without silence, and is not herd,
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so that we can never go to seek God in secret, but we may write this upon our prayers, He is gone, he is gone, especially when we have lost that liberty that formerly we have had:
so that we can never go to seek God in secret, but we may write this upon our Prayers, He is gone, he is gone, especially when we have lost that liberty that formerly we have had:
yet we may remember how soon David wrote his tetractions, as to that sad conclusion, I said, this is my infirmity, ver. 10. and so should we do when upon every straiting in prayer, we begin to question all the Lords kindnesse towards us.
yet we may Remember how soon David wrote his tetractions, as to that sad conclusion, I said, this is my infirmity, ver. 10. and so should we do when upon every straiting in prayer, we begin to question all the lords kindness towards us.
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and they themselves seem to be weaker, and then it is, they strengthen their misbelief, by that word, 1 Joh. 3.3. Every man that hath this hope in him, purifieth himself even as he is pure:
and they themselves seem to be Weaker, and then it is, they strengthen their misbelief, by that word, 1 John 3.3. Every man that hath this hope in him, Purifieth himself even as he is pure:
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And indeed, this is a knot that is not easily loosed, but when he seeth his idols and corruptions prevailing over him, he will cry out, I am gone and there is no help in Israel concerning this thing, and yet this also is a word in haste, Paul hath registrate himself a standing witnesse,
And indeed, this is a knot that is not Easily loosed, but when he sees his Idols and corruptions prevailing over him, he will cry out, I am gone and there is no help in Israel Concerning this thing, and yet this also is a word in haste, Paul hath registrate himself a standing witness,
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even after he was a chosen vessel, Rom. 7. How strangely a childe of God may be 〈 ◊ 〉 down with a body of death even under most serious wrestlings against it:
even After he was a chosen vessel, Rom. 7. How strangely a child of God may be 〈 ◊ 〉 down with a body of death even under most serious wrestlings against it:
Fourthly, When a Christian is put to mo•• then ordinary outward affliction, when G• doth dispence sadly unto them in outward things, they then begin to call in question the interest,
Fourthly, When a Christian is put to mo•• then ordinary outward affliction, when G• does dispense sadly unto them in outward things, they then begin to call in question the Interest,
and dispute their assurance, this clear, by comparing Lament. 3. vers. 18. wi•• the preceeding words, where speaking of th• sad dispensations they meet with, he drawe• that conclusion in vers. 18. My hope and 〈 ◊ 〉 strength is perished from the Lord, and Jon. 2. 2• where he draweth that conclusion from suc• a promise, I am now cast out of thy sight, th• devil he taketh Eliphaz divinity and present it to a Christian;
and dispute their assurance, this clear, by comparing Lament. 3. vers. 18. wi•• the preceding words, where speaking of th• sad dispensations they meet with, he drawe• that conclusion in vers. 18. My hope and 〈 ◊ 〉 strength is perished from the Lord, and Jon. 2. 2• where he draws that conclusion from suc• a promise, I am now cast out of thy sighed, th• Devil he Takes Eliphaz divinity and present it to a Christian;
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but though sometimes the candle of the Lord doth shine upon his head, yet at other times he is necessitate to cry out, O that it were with me as in months past.
but though sometime the candle of the Lord does shine upon his head, yet At other times he is necessitate to cry out, Oh that it were with me as in months past.
Touch not the mountain lest thou be thrust thorow: And I tell you three disadvantages of a guilty •••science. 1. It obstructeth a Christians •••nesse in making applications to Christ;
Touch not the mountain lest thou be thrust thorough: And I tell you three disadvantages of a guilty •••science. 1. It obstructeth a Christians •••nesse in making applications to christ;
〈 ◊ 〉 heart saith close, and his necessity saith 〈 ◊ 〉 but his guilty conscience cryeth out, O 〈 ◊ 〉 aback and do not close. 2. A guilty con•••ence oftentimes it hindereth the discove••• of Christ to the soul,
〈 ◊ 〉 heart Says close, and his necessity Says 〈 ◊ 〉 but his guilty conscience Cries out, Oh 〈 ◊ 〉 aback and do not close. 2. A guilty con•••ence oftentimes it hindereth the discove••• of christ to the soul,
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〈 ◊ 〉 but if a Christian were tender, and if in ev••• step of his life he desired to set Christ be••• his eyes, he would easily win to much assura••• according to that word, Isa. 64.5. Thou m••est him that rejoycest and worketh righteousne•• and these that remember thee in thy wa• ▪ Would ye know the assured Christian, 〈 ◊ 〉 the tender Christian;
〈 ◊ 〉 but if a Christian were tender, and if in ev••• step of his life he desired to Set christ be••• his eyes, he would Easily win to much assura••• according to that word, Isaiah 64.5. Thou m••est him that Rejoicest and works righteousne•• and these that Remember thee in thy wa• ▪ Would you know the assured Christian, 〈 ◊ 〉 the tender Christian;
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the Christian that 〈 ◊ 〉 not crucifie convictions, the Christian 〈 ◊ 〉 breaketh not resolutions, the Christian 〈 ◊ 〉 doth not fit calls and opportunities to pra••• the Christian that saith not of any sin it•• 〈 ◊ 〉 little one;
the Christian that 〈 ◊ 〉 not crucify convictions, the Christian 〈 ◊ 〉 breaks not resolutions, the Christian 〈 ◊ 〉 does not fit calls and opportunities to pra••• the Christian that Says not of any since it•• 〈 ◊ 〉 little one;
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The third obstruction is, The want of 〈 ◊ 〉 exercise of the grace of fear, we are not much under this disposition, to fear the Lord and this goodnesse:
The third obstruction is, The want of 〈 ◊ 〉 exercise of the grace of Fear, we Are not much under this disposition, to Fear the Lord and this Goodness:
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That is remarkable, 2 Cor. 4. ver. last, compared with 2 Cor. 5.1. We look not unto the things that are seen, that is, we are not much taken up with the things of a present world, which the men of the world seek and delight themselves in:
That is remarkable, 2 Cor. 4. ver. last, compared with 2 Cor. 5.1. We look not unto the things that Are seen, that is, we Are not much taken up with the things of a present world, which the men of the world seek and delight themselves in:
and so our pursui• ••ter the world, is nothing else but a dead ••dow pursuing after dead shaddows, a man•• is but a short living shaddow pursuing ••vanity and nothing,
and so our pursui• ••ter the world, is nothing Else but a dead ••dow pursuing After dead shadows, a man•• is but a short living shadow pursuing ••vanity and nothing,
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but ye may drown it 〈 ◊ 〉 infinit wisedom and goodnesse of Christ there can be nothing against your assur• but may be sweetly answered also from 〈 ◊ 〉 rightly applied, taken up and rested 〈 ◊ 〉 the soul.
but you may drown it 〈 ◊ 〉 infinite Wisdom and Goodness of christ there can be nothing against your assur• but may be sweetly answered also from 〈 ◊ 〉 rightly applied, taken up and rested 〈 ◊ 〉 the soul.
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The third consideration is, that assurance 〈 ◊ 〉 not bestowed at all times, but there are •ome special times and seasons when God giveth a Christian a broad sight of his interest, •ad I shall but name these.
The third consideration is, that assurance 〈 ◊ 〉 not bestowed At all times, but there Are •ome special times and seasons when God gives a Christian a broad sighed of his Interest, •ad I shall but name these.
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and a ring is put upon his hand, and shoes upon his feet, Act. 9.17. Paul meeteth with assurance immediatly after his conversion, 1 Joh. 2.12.14. I write unto you little children, because ye have known the Father;
and a ring is put upon his hand, and shoes upon his feet, Act. 9.17. Paul meeteth with assurance immediately After his conversion, 1 John 2.12.14. I write unto you little children, Because you have known the Father;
But do not mistake me, I do not say, this is alwayes so, but these whom Christ converreth through the thunderings of the Law, these most frequently meet with intimation of the pardon of their sins and peace of God, even at their first acquaintance.
But do not mistake me, I do not say, this is always so, but these whom christ converreth through the thunderings of the Law, these most frequently meet with intimation of the pardon of their Sins and peace of God, even At their First acquaintance.
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I know there are some Christians, that if ye ask at them when they were begotten to a lively hope, they would say that word that the blind man once said, One thing I know, I was once blind,
I know there Are Some Christians, that if you ask At them when they were begotten to a lively hope, they would say that word that the blind man once said, One thing I know, I was once blind,
compared with the preceeding verse, h• much and serious in prayer, doth meet that word from heaven, O man greatly ••ved, or as the word is, O man of desires, 〈 ◊ 〉 Act. 10.2, 3, 4. when Cornelius is 〈 ◊ 〉 exercise of watching and prayer, he 〈 ◊ 〉 a vision,
compared with the preceding verse, h• much and serious in prayer, does meet that word from heaven, Oh man greatly ••ved, or as the word is, Oh man of Desires, 〈 ◊ 〉 Act. 10.2, 3, 4. when Cornelius is 〈 ◊ 〉 exercise of watching and prayer, he 〈 ◊ 〉 a vision,
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Some Christians 〈 ◊ 〉 they go through the gates of death, they 〈 ◊ 〉 be disputing of this question, Where am ••ing, but this is certain, that sometimes, 〈 ◊ 〉 oftentimes Christ will dispense a broad 〈 ◊ 〉 of a Christians interest unto him at the 〈 ◊ 〉 death, 2 Sam. 25.5.
some Christians 〈 ◊ 〉 they go through the gates of death, they 〈 ◊ 〉 be disputing of this question, Where am ••ing, but this is certain, that sometime, 〈 ◊ 〉 oftentimes christ will dispense a broad 〈 ◊ 〉 of a Christians Interest unto him At the 〈 ◊ 〉 death, 2 Sam. 25.5.
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When was it that 〈 ◊ 〉 sands in the very jaws of death, God 〈 ◊ 〉 made with me an everlasting Covenant, 〈 ◊ 〉 not when death was shaking hands with 〈 ◊ 〉 and 2 Tim. 4.8.
When was it that 〈 ◊ 〉 sands in the very Jaws of death, God 〈 ◊ 〉 made with me an everlasting Covenant, 〈 ◊ 〉 not when death was shaking hands with 〈 ◊ 〉 and 2 Tim. 4.8.
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When was it that Paul 〈 ◊ 〉 that song, I have fought the good fight of 〈 ◊ 〉 I have finished my course, henceforth is la•• for me a crown of righteousnesse, was i• even then when he was ready to depart 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 offered up? And when was it when old •••eon did sing that blessed song, Luk. 2.29.
When was it that Paul 〈 ◊ 〉 that song, I have fought the good fight of 〈 ◊ 〉 I have finished my course, henceforth is la•• for me a crown of righteousness, was i• even then when he was ready to depart 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 offered up? And when was it when old •••eon did sing that blessed song, Luk. 2.29.
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Before Abraham be put to forsake his native land, and become a stranger and a wanderer, he meeteth with sweet intimation of his 〈 ◊ 〉, Gen. 12.2. I will make of thee a great nation, and vers. 7. The Lord appeared unto Abraham, and before Jeremiah be sent a Preacher to a rebellious people he will have that word spoken unto him, I know thee before thou wast brought forth.
Before Abraham be put to forsake his native land, and become a stranger and a wanderer, he meeteth with sweet intimation of his 〈 ◊ 〉, Gen. 12.2. I will make of thee a great Nation, and vers. 7. The Lord appeared unto Abraham, and before Jeremiah be sent a Preacher to a rebellious people he will have that word spoken unto him, I know thee before thou wast brought forth.
The seventh time is, when a Christian under sad persecution and affliction, then the Lord give a word from heaven to co•• him and assure him of his fatherly love mercy:
The seventh time is, when a Christian under sad persecution and affliction, then the Lord give a word from heaven to co•• him and assure him of his fatherly love mercy:
When was it that Christ left that 〈 ◊ 〉 Legacy to his Disciples, Joh. 14. ver. 27. peace I leave with you, my peace I give you, it not when he himself was to leave the• troublesome and sorrowful dayes, in a 〈 ◊ 〉 secuting world.
When was it that christ left that 〈 ◊ 〉 Legacy to his Disciples, John 14. ver. 27. peace I leave with you, my peace I give you, it not when he himself was to leave the• troublesome and sorrowful days, in a 〈 ◊ 〉 secuting world.
O w• sweet intimations were these, This is 〈 ◊ 〉 body which is broken for you, and this 〈 ◊ 〉 the New Testament in my blood shed for 〈 ◊ 〉 and a little after, you are they which have 〈 ◊ 〉 tinued with me in my tentation,
Oh w• sweet intimations were these, This is 〈 ◊ 〉 body which is broken for you, and this 〈 ◊ 〉 the New Testament in my blood shed for 〈 ◊ 〉 and a little After, you Are they which have 〈 ◊ 〉 tinued with me in my tentation,
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We come now to the second point wh•• we proposed from the words, viz. That 〈 ◊ 〉 assurance is a thing which may be attain 〈 ◊ 〉 so to seek after it, is a necessary duty:
We come now to the second point wh•• we proposed from the words, viz. That 〈 ◊ 〉 assurance is a thing which may be attain 〈 ◊ 〉 so to seek After it, is a necessary duty:
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But the thing I say, is, •hat the Christians seeking after assurance, •nd his real endeavouring to attain unto it, •s a necessary command of God which he •ath bound upon the consciences of his children amongst other Gospel duties;
But the thing I say, is, •hat the Christians seeking After assurance, •nd his real endeavouring to attain unto it, •s a necessary command of God which he •ath bound upon the Consciences of his children among other Gospel duties;
as (when ye thi•• are in the very gate of heaven) even th•• fall backwards to the very bottome of 〈 ◊ 〉 and when ye expect a kindly welcome 〈 ◊ 〉 the Lord of Glory,
as (when you thi•• Are in the very gate of heaven) even th•• fallen backwards to the very bottom of 〈 ◊ 〉 and when you expect a kindly welcome 〈 ◊ 〉 the Lord of Glory,
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and were reputed amongst generation of the seekers of his face, s••• ever set a day or an hour a part to exa•• whether ever indeed ye were in Christ or 〈 ◊ 〉 Alas, is heaven of so little moment, is the ••ving or wanting all the enjoyments which there of so small concernment to you, tha• will not be at the pains as once to enquire ••ter your interest in the matter:
and were reputed among generation of the seekers of his face, s••• ever Set a day or an hour a part to exa•• whither ever indeed you were in christ or 〈 ◊ 〉 Alas, is heaven of so little moment, is the ••ving or wanting all the enjoyments which there of so small concernment to you, tha• will not be At the pains as once to inquire ••ter your Interest in the matter:
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What if 〈 ◊ 〉 of you were but possessors of a thous• pound, and your interest or right unto it 〈 ◊ 〉 certain and questionable, would not your 〈 ◊ 〉 depart from you,
What if 〈 ◊ 〉 of you were but Possessors' of a thous• pound, and your Interest or right unto it 〈 ◊ 〉 certain and questionable, would not your 〈 ◊ 〉 depart from you,
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and your rest be unquie 〈 ◊ 〉 you had made it more secure? What th• you shall the men of this generation an• in the day of the Lord for neglecting th•• thing necessary, when they have been so ••ing themselves about many things, and 〈 ◊ 〉 been so serious in so many consultation 〈 ◊ 〉 make sure a worm eaten portion in a perishing world, that the whole wit of Men and Angels cannot secure for one moment:
and your rest be unquie 〈 ◊ 〉 you had made it more secure? What th• you shall the men of this generation an• in the day of the Lord for neglecting th•• thing necessary, when they have been so ••ing themselves about many things, and 〈 ◊ 〉 been so serious in so many consultation 〈 ◊ 〉 make sure a worm eaten portion in a perishing world, that the Whole wit of Men and Angels cannot secure for one moment:
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or that the world to come is as •eal as that which is present, or else it must be a strange power in these lusts that keeps us captive, that we are never suffered to think upon Eternity,
or that the world to come is as •eal as that which is present, or Else it must be a strange power in these Lustiest that keeps us captive, that we Are never suffered to think upon Eternity,
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if Christ were precious unto you, would it be so, I am sure there are some of us here that have had the name of Christians I know not how long, that never had one sad thought about the want of assurance:
if christ were precious unto you, would it be so, I am sure there Are Some of us Here that have had the name of Christians I know not how long, that never had one sad Thought about the want of assurance:
And now I close with this 〈 ◊ 〉 thing, that I think beyond all question 〈 ◊ 〉 souls that live contentedly under the want 〈 ◊ 〉 assurance, are the carelesse daughters that d•••leth at ease;
And now I close with this 〈 ◊ 〉 thing, that I think beyond all question 〈 ◊ 〉 Souls that live contentedly under the want 〈 ◊ 〉 assurance, Are the careless daughters that d•••leth At ease;
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1. That ye would be much in the exerc•• of Faith, I mean the direct acts of Faith 〈 ◊ 〉 whereby the sinner from his sense and fe••ing of his wants, layeth hold on Jesus Chris• closing with him,
1. That you would be much in the exerc•• of Faith, I mean the Direct acts of Faith 〈 ◊ 〉 whereby the sinner from his sense and fe••ing of his Wants, Layeth hold on jesus Chris• closing with him,
where as more actual believing in Christ and gripping to the promises, and lesse disputing, were the shorter and surer way, that word is most clear, Eph. 1.13.
where as more actual believing in christ and gripping to the promises, and less disputing, were the shorter and Surer Way, that word is most clear, Ephesians 1.13.
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And when Jesus saw their faith, he said, son, be of good comfort thy sins are forgiven thee, so then it is clear, that to be much in believing, is the nearest way to assurance.
And when jesus saw their faith, he said, son, be of good Comfort thy Sins Are forgiven thee, so then it is clear, that to be much in believing, is the nearest Way to assurance.
And certainly, the firm assent to that truth, and the souls delightfull meditation on it, is often blessed of the Lord as a special mean whereby the conscience is helped to make the assumption,
And Certainly, the firm assent to that truth, and the Souls delightful meditation on it, is often blessed of the Lord as a special mean whereby the conscience is helped to make the Assump,
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For instance, we see with what strength of affection Paul acteth his faith on that word, 1 Tim. 1.15 This is a faithfull saying and worthy of all acceptation, Christ Jesus came to save sinners;
For instance, we see with what strength of affection Paul Acts his faith on that word, 1 Tim. 1.15 This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptation, christ jesus Come to save Sinners;
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for doubtlesse he meaneth, that he was the chief of saved sinners, yea, certainly, a sinner thus exercising himself, will often finde so much sweetnesse in the general truths, 〈 ◊ 〉 cannot but put to his own name.
for doubtless he means, that he was the chief of saved Sinners, yea, Certainly, a sinner thus exercising himself, will often find so much sweetness in the general truths, 〈 ◊ 〉 cannot but put to his own name.
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3. diligent in the exercise of all sp••tual graces and Christian duties, that th• among the best means of attaining to 〈 ◊ 〉 rance, is manifest from 2 Pet. 1. Give all 〈 ◊ 〉 •ance to make your calling and election sure:
3. diligent in the exercise of all sp••tual graces and Christian duties, that th• among the best means of attaining to 〈 ◊ 〉 rance, is manifest from 2 Pet. 1. Give all 〈 ◊ 〉 •ance to make your calling and election sure:
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〈 ◊ 〉 •ndeed it is very observable, that the dilig•• there mentioned, is not a diligence in disp••ing and questioning about our election, 〈 ◊ 〉 diligence in the practice of duties and gra•• as is clear from ver. 5. Give all diligence (〈 ◊ 〉 the Apostle) Whereto? in adding to your 〈 ◊ 〉 vertue, to your vertue knowledge, and to knowledge temperance, &c. and then vers. 8. If 〈 ◊ 〉 do these things, ye shall neither be barren 〈 ◊ 〉 unfruitfull in the knowledge of our Lord Jesu• Christ;
〈 ◊ 〉 •ndeed it is very observable, that the dilig•• there mentioned, is not a diligence in disp••ing and questioning about our election, 〈 ◊ 〉 diligence in the practice of duties and gra•• as is clear from ver. 5. Give all diligence (〈 ◊ 〉 the Apostle) Whereto? in adding to your 〈 ◊ 〉 virtue, to your virtue knowledge, and to knowledge temperance, etc. and then vers. 8. If 〈 ◊ 〉 do these things, you shall neither be barren 〈 ◊ 〉 unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesu• christ;
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and then he addeth (upon the other hand) he that laketh these things, is blind 〈 ◊ 〉 cannot see afar off, this is, he cannot see far 〈 ◊ 〉 any spiritual matter,
and then he adds (upon the other hand) he that laketh these things, is blind 〈 ◊ 〉 cannot see afar off, this is, he cannot see Far 〈 ◊ 〉 any spiritual matter,
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4. As ye would be diligent, so if eve• would come to assurance, ye would be tender and circumspect in your walking, that is 〈 ◊ 〉 clear word, Psal. 50. last verse, To him that ••dereth his conversation aright, will I shew •he salvation of God, and Isa. 32. The effect of righteousnesse is peace and assurance for ever:
4. As you would be diligent, so if eve• would come to assurance, you would be tender and circumspect in your walking, that is 〈 ◊ 〉 clear word, Psalm 50. last verse, To him that ••dereth his Conversation aright, will I show •he salvation of God, and Isaiah 32. The Effect of righteousness is peace and assurance for ever:
it is no wonder to see us walk in darknesse, •uch stinking grosse vapors that ariseth off our conversation, cannot but engender clouds •hat hinder us from seeing God,
it is no wonder to see us walk in darkness, •uch stinking gross vapours that arises off our Conversation, cannot but engender Clouds •hat hinder us from seeing God,
yet God who is the weigher •f the spirit, when he shall weigh them, will ••grave this upon their forehead, Thou art •eighed in the ballance, and are found light:
yet God who is the weigher •f the Spirit, when he shall weigh them, will ••grave this upon their forehead, Thou art •eighed in the balance, and Are found Light:
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〈 ◊ 〉 but there are many who approve themselves, whom Christ shall never appro• There are many that call God Father, 〈 ◊ 〉 he will not call Children, and many th•• Christ Husband, whom he will not call 〈 ◊ 〉 2. There are some who weigh themselve in the ballance of the Sanctuary, who 〈 ◊ 〉 so lide and most spiritual grounds do 〈 ◊ 〉 this conclusion, I am my beloveds, and 〈 ◊ 〉 desire is towards me, who can with boldn••• and confidence look Christ in the face, 〈 ◊ 〉 say thou art mine, and with much spiri••• confidence, take him in their arms, and 〈 ◊ 〉 out, he shall be eternally mine:
〈 ◊ 〉 but there Are many who approve themselves, whom christ shall never appro• There Are many that call God Father, 〈 ◊ 〉 he will not call Children, and many th•• christ Husband, whom he will not call 〈 ◊ 〉 2. There Are Some who weigh themselves in the balance of the Sanctuary, who 〈 ◊ 〉 so lide and most spiritual grounds do 〈 ◊ 〉 this conclusion, I am my beloveds, and 〈 ◊ 〉 desire is towards me, who can with boldn••• and confidence look christ in the face, 〈 ◊ 〉 say thou art mine, and with much spiri••• confidence, take him in their arms, and 〈 ◊ 〉 out, he shall be eternally mine:
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Before I come to the words, there 〈 ◊ 〉 three great and most soul concerning errou• amongst the Christians of these dayes, th•• we desire ye may consider. 1. There 〈 ◊ 〉 many that are more desirous to know wh• they are, then what they should do;
Before I come to the words, there 〈 ◊ 〉 three great and most soul Concerning errou• among the Christians of these days, th•• we desire you may Consider. 1. There 〈 ◊ 〉 many that Are more desirous to know wh• they Are, then what they should do;
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〈 ◊ 〉 ther am I in Christ or not, then they do 〈 ◊ 〉 using of these means by which real un•• and communion with him may be attain•• But oh, will ye once study more to be in 〈 ◊ 〉 and that shall be the shortest way to 〈 ◊ 〉 to the knowledge of your being in him.
〈 ◊ 〉 there am I in christ or not, then they do 〈 ◊ 〉 using of these means by which real un•• and communion with him may be attain•• But o, will you once study more to be in 〈 ◊ 〉 and that shall be the Shortest Way to 〈 ◊ 〉 to the knowledge of your being in him.
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Th• second great errour is, that some are more desirous to know what they should do, the• they are desirous to do what they know 〈 ◊ 〉 Are there not many of us that have this question, Wherewith shall I come before the Lord, and yet we do not know his Commandement is with us;
Th• second great error is, that Some Are more desirous to know what they should do, the• they Are desirous to do what they know 〈 ◊ 〉 are there not many of us that have this question, Wherewith shall I come before the Lord, and yet we do not know his Commandment is with us;
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And I would only say this by the way, if there be any of you that have win to any soul perswasion of your interest in Christ, I intreat you if you can put the conclusion upon record, that in such a day of such a Month,
And I would only say this by the Way, if there be any of you that have win to any soul persuasion of your Interest in christ, I entreat you if you can put the conclusion upon record, that in such a day of such a Monn,
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but I hope ere long, we shall be above the reach of misbelief, and above 〈 ◊ 〉 •••ch of fears, I hope ere long, we shall 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 no more, we shall be jealous no more 〈 ◊ 〉 we shall question our interest no more 〈 ◊ 〉 •hen all our disputings and questionings shall •e sweetly drowned in that infinit ocean of •ernal delight and fruition of God.
but I hope ere long, we shall be above the reach of misbelief, and above 〈 ◊ 〉 •••ch of fears, I hope ere long, we shall 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 no more, we shall be jealous no more 〈 ◊ 〉 we shall question our Interest no more 〈 ◊ 〉 •hen all our disputings and questionings shall •e sweetly drowned in that infinite Ocean of •ernal delight and fruition of God.
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I hope the day i••oming when we shall never lose our grips of Christ any more, he is coming, he is coming 〈 ◊ 〉 •nd I think if Christ would give a Passe, we would long to go hence:
I hope the day i••oming when we shall never loose our grips of christ any more, he is coming, he is coming 〈 ◊ 〉 •nd I think if christ would give a Pass, we would long to go hence:
O what streets are these that are there, is there any here who is •roaning for heaven, be of good comfort, I •ope ere long he shall come, he shall come •nd wash all tears from our eyes.
Oh what streets Are these that Are there, is there any Here who is •roaning for heaven, be of good Comfort, I •ope ere long he shall come, he shall come •nd wash all tears from our eyes.
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and to make this evident, it is clear first 〈 ◊ 〉 this Text, from that serious and acorate• •arch in this matter, which the Apostl•• ••tteth these people unto,
and to make this evident, it is clear First 〈 ◊ 〉 this Text, from that serious and acorate• •arch in this matter, which the Apostl•• ••tteth these people unto,
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2. From the many commands which the Lord hath left upon record that we should not be mistaken concerning our assurance, 1 Cor. 3.18. Let no man deceive himself, Gal. 6.3.
2. From the many commands which the Lord hath left upon record that we should not be mistaken Concerning our assurance, 1 Cor. 3.18. Let no man deceive himself, Gal. 6.3.
If a man think himself to be something, when he is nothing, he deceiveth himself, and therefore doth the Apostle adde, Let every one prove his own work, and vers. 7. Be not deceived. 3. The point is clear from this, that we find in Scripture many who have been mistaken most dreadfully in the matter of their assurance, Hos. 8. Israel cryeth out, my God we know thee, and yet Israel was in a great mistake, for in the words following.
If a man think himself to be something, when he is nothing, he deceives himself, and Therefore does the Apostle add, Let every one prove his own work, and vers. 7. Be not deceived. 3. The point is clear from this, that we find in Scripture many who have been mistaken most dreadfully in the matter of their assurance, Hos. 8. Israel Cries out, my God we know thee, and yet Israel was in a great mistake, for in the words following.
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4. It is clear from this, that it is a great design of Satan the great deceiver, that we might be mistaken about that noble and weighty point of our Assurance of being in Christ:
4. It is clear from this, that it is a great Design of Satan the great deceiver, that we might be mistaken about that noble and weighty point of our Assurance of being in christ:
if profanity kill its thousands, delusion kills ten thousands, & this delusion its twenty thousands. Lastly, Doth not this prove how much a Christian may be mistaken in the matter of his Assurance,
if profanity kill its thousands, delusion kills ten thousands, & this delusion its twenty thousands. Lastly, Does not this prove how much a Christian may be mistaken in the matter of his Assurance,
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no doubt this may show 〈 ◊ 〉 (though there were no more) how 〈 ◊ 〉 our hearts are to deceive us, making us 〈 ◊ 〉 entertain a delusion in stead of truth,
no doubt this may show 〈 ◊ 〉 (though there were no more) how 〈 ◊ 〉 our hearts Are to deceive us, making us 〈 ◊ 〉 entertain a delusion in stead of truth,
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and her•• there are two sorts of persons whom we must inform. 1. There be some who upon mos• unwarrantable grounds do conclude that their interest in Christ is sure,
and her•• there Are two sorts of Persons whom we must inform. 1. There be Some who upon mos• unwarrantable grounds do conclude that their Interest in christ is sure,
The first is, their supposed sensible e•• joyments, some Christians in these times esp•cially do meet with some flashes of light and joy which they have not been (it may be) acquainted with before,
The First is, their supposed sensible e•• joyments, Some Christians in these times esp•cially do meet with Some flashes of Light and joy which they have not been (it may be) acquainted with before,
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I shall no•• dispute with such about the reality of these enjoyments, or how they came to know tha•• these are such as proceed from a saving wo••• of the Spirit of Grace,
I shall no•• dispute with such about the reality of these enjoyments, or how they Come to know tha•• these Are such as proceed from a Saving wo••• of the Spirit of Grace,
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but waving th••• 〈 ◊ 〉, give me leave to say this much of 〈 ◊ 〉 enjoyments and sensible manifestations (as to the point in hand) they may be sometime a good supporter to underprop a Christians assurance when it tottereth,
but waving th••• 〈 ◊ 〉, give me leave to say this much of 〈 ◊ 〉 enjoyments and sensible manifestations (as to the point in hand) they may be sometime a good supporter to underprop a Christians assurance when it tottereth,
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and therefore, he is the wiser Christian who first tryeth the reality of his interest in Christ by other blessed fruits of righteousnesse and holinesse before he trust the reality of sensible enjoyments,
and Therefore, he is the Wiser Christian who First trieth the reality of his Interest in christ by other blessed fruits of righteousness and holiness before he trust the reality of sensible enjoyments,
how sweet or comfortable soever they may seem to be. 2. Some build their assurance upon the number and bulk of their duties, without confidering the frame of their spirit,
how sweet or comfortable soever they may seem to be. 2. some built their assurance upon the number and bulk of their duties, without considering the frame of their Spirit,
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and upon this they take up themselves in their own arms, blessing themselves as that poor man, Luk. 18. I fast twise a week, I pay tithes of all that I possesse:
and upon this they take up themselves in their own arms, blessing themselves as that poor man, Luk. 18. I fast twice a Week, I pay Tithes of all that I possess:
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but when put to the trial may be found empty, dead, and lifelesse things, wherein the Lord's soul can have no pleasure. 3. Some are mistaken in the matter of their assurance, by judging themselves by the Law, not knowing or not regarding the spiritual meaning thereof:
but when put to the trial may be found empty, dead, and Lifeless things, wherein the Lord's soul can have no pleasure. 3. some Are mistaken in the matter of their assurance, by judging themselves by the Law, not knowing or not regarding the spiritual meaning thereof:
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and as he sheweth us, Phil. 3. he could compare with any of them, but when th•• Lord opened his eyes, we see, he put himself last in the roll of Saints,
and as he shows us, Philip 3. he could compare with any of them, but when th•• Lord opened his eyes, we see, he put himself last in the roll of Saints,
and he saw the spirituality of it, sin revived, and he died, then he saw how that he had triumphed before the victory 〈 ◊ 〉 he then saw all his sins alive,
and he saw the spirituality of it, since revived, and he died, then he saw how that he had triumphed before the victory 〈 ◊ 〉 he then saw all his Sins alive,
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O how many are there amongst us in Pauls first condition, alive without the Law: O how many destroy themselves with this, they think there is not a sin forbidden in all th•• Law of God but onely Ten, but alas, th•• fool, thou errest in this, not knowing the Scriptures;
O how many Are there among us in Paul's First condition, alive without the Law: Oh how many destroy themselves with this, they think there is not a since forbidden in all th•• Law of God but only Ten, but alas, th•• fool, thou errest in this, not knowing the Scriptures;
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should thou not judge thy self by th•• spiritual extent of the meaning of the Law and that divine commentary which th• Apostle James hath set forth upon it, where in he sheweth thee, That if thou be gui••• of the breach of one point, thou art guilty of 〈 ◊ 〉 and by that infallible exposition which Chri•• himself the blessed Law giver hath set dow•• Mat. 6. whereby he discovereth adultery the heart and in the eye.
should thou not judge thy self by th•• spiritual extent of the meaning of the Law and that divine commentary which th• Apostle James hath Set forth upon it, where in he shows thee, That if thou be gui••• of the breach of one point, thou art guilty of 〈 ◊ 〉 and by that infallible exposition which Chri•• himself the blessed Law giver hath Set dow•• Mathew 6. whereby he Discovereth adultery the heart and in the eye.
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But I beseech you be not deceived, remember how that wretched man did speed, Luk. 18.11. I am no extortioner, nor adulterer, nor even as this publican, &c. poor creature that he was, Christ giveth not a testimonial to every one who take it for themselves;
But I beseech you be not deceived, Remember how that wretched man did speed, Luk. 18.11. I am no extortioner, nor adulterer, nor even as this publican, etc. poor creature that he was, christ gives not a testimonial to every one who take it for themselves;
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and I must tell some of you, that there may be desperate atheists without God, and without Christ in the world, and yet be free of grosse out bre••ing sins:
and I must tell Some of you, that there may be desperate atheists without God, and without christ in the world, and yet be free of gross out bre••ing Sins:
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if Satan would come but with a kindled match there wanteth no more to set tongue and hands and all on fire of hell, O wretched soul, do but ask thy self how often thou 〈 ◊ 〉 rempted Satan,
if Satan would come but with a kindled match there Wants no more to Set tongue and hands and all on fire of hell, Oh wretched soul, do but ask thy self how often thou 〈 ◊ 〉 rempted Satan,
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if thou had not a tongue thou would break the third command, and curse God in thy heart, if thou had not an eye, thou could commit adultery in thy heart; if thou had not a hand, thou might commit murder in thy heart. O therefore build not thy assurance upon this, that thou hast made clean the outside of the platter,
if thou had not a tongue thou would break the third command, and curse God in thy heart, if thou had not an eye, thou could commit adultery in thy heart; if thou had not a hand, thou might commit murder in thy heart. Oh Therefore built not thy assurance upon this, that thou hast made clean the outside of the platter,
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Ah, think upon it, he is not the best Christian that is the best Orator. Religion that is pure and undefiled, consisteth more in the aff•ction, then in the tongue,
Ah, think upon it, he is not the best Christian that is the best Orator. Religion that is pure and undefiled, Consisteth more in the aff•ction, then in the tongue,
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O man or woman, let me assure 〈 ◊ 〉 this, if ye had a testimoniall to presen•• Christ, subscribed with all the hands of ••ry Christian that ever ye were acquai•• with, this will be enough for Christ to re•• you and it both, I know you not, and there depart from me.
Oh man or woman, let me assure 〈 ◊ 〉 this, if you had a testimonial to presen•• christ, subscribed with all the hands of ••ry Christian that ever you were acquai•• with, this will be enough for christ to re•• you and it both, I know you not, and there depart from me.
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Are there not many that shall say unto Christ in the great day, Have we not eaten and drunken in thy presence, unto whom Christ shall say, depart from me, I know you not.
are there not many that shall say unto christ in the great day, Have we not eaten and drunken in thy presence, unto whom christ shall say, depart from me, I know you not.
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O will thou but consider, what if He be heaping coals upon thy head, and fatting thee to the day of slaughter? What if this word be your portion? Eat, drink, and be merry while you are here,
Oh will thou but Consider, what if He be heaping coals upon thy head, and fatting thee to the day of slaughter? What if this word be your portion? Eat, drink, and be merry while you Are Here,
so th• Christians whole life must be a sweet and 〈 ◊ 〉 stant travelling between Christ and the 〈 ◊ 〉 when thou hast broke the Law, flie 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ to take away thy guilt,
so th• Christians Whole life must be a sweet and 〈 ◊ 〉 stant traveling between christ and the 〈 ◊ 〉 when thou hast broke the Law, fly 〈 ◊ 〉 christ to take away thy guilt,
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O saith one, 〈 ◊ 〉 were like David. I would believe, but I 〈 ◊ 〉 not like David, nor Job, nor Hezeki•• and therefore there is none of the Saines 〈 ◊ 〉 •hich I should go,
O Says one, 〈 ◊ 〉 were like David. I would believe, but I 〈 ◊ 〉 not like David, nor Job, nor Hezeki•• and Therefore there is none of the Saines 〈 ◊ 〉 •hich I should go,
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Having now laid out some mistakes upon ••ther hand, the next we would do, is to ••opose some considerations to presse you 〈 ◊ 〉 guard against these mistakes, especially ••e first.
Having now laid out Some mistakes upon ••ther hand, the next we would do, is to ••opose Some considerations to press you 〈 ◊ 〉 guard against these mistakes, especially ••e First.
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is nor one of a city, nor two of a family, •t many are mistaken in their interest in Christ: that word, Prov. 30.12. The•• a generation that are pure in their own 〈 ◊ 〉 and yet is not cleansed from their iniquity is not one or two that are under this mist•• but it is a generation:
is nor one of a City, nor two of a family, •t many Are mistaken in their Interest in christ: that word, Curae 30.12. The•• a generation that Are pure in their own 〈 ◊ 〉 and yet is not cleansed from their iniquity is not one or two that Are under this mist•• but it is a generation:
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if once ye passe the bord•• of Time with this lie in your right hand, 〈 ◊ 〉 am in Christ, there is no hope of recover eternity will cut off accesse to make up th• mistake:
if once you pass the bord•• of Time with this lie in your right hand, 〈 ◊ 〉 am in christ, there is no hope of recover eternity will Cut off access to make up th• mistake:
I belie• it, if ye could have a testimonial subscrib• by the hands of all the most eminent a•• tender Christians that ye have known, 〈 ◊ 〉 ye are indeed a Saint,
I belie• it, if you could have a testimonial subscrib• by the hands of all the most eminent a•• tender Christians that you have known, 〈 ◊ 〉 you Are indeed a Saint,
Thirdly, It is a soul destroying delusion, this mistake about ones interest in Christ, is the very ruine of their immortal •oul, according to that word, Isa. 44.20. 〈 ◊ 〉 deceived heart hath led him aside, and what •s the fruits of it, so that he cannot deliver his soul, and by consequence it may be said, that they destroy their soul:
Thirdly, It is a soul destroying delusion, this mistake about ones Interest in christ, is the very ruin of their immortal •oul, according to that word, Isaiah 44.20. 〈 ◊ 〉 deceived heart hath led him aside, and what •s the fruits of it, so that he cannot deliver his soul, and by consequence it may be said, that they destroy their soul:
but 〈 ◊ 〉 is true also, there are others whom the •evil guideth to hell, by the very borders of Heaven, he maketh them believe they are welling in the gate of Heaven all their days, •nd yet at last they are thrust down to these abitations that are prepared for the devil and is angels.
but 〈 ◊ 〉 is true also, there Are Others whom the •evil guideth to hell, by the very borders of Heaven, he makes them believe they Are welling in the gate of Heaven all their days, •nd yet At last they Are thrust down to these abitations that Are prepared for the Devil and is Angels.
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Fourthly, If once a person be mistaken •bout their interest in Christ, they will have •hese three notable disadvantanges attending •pon them. 1. As long as he is under this •istake, he is without all reach of profiting •y the Ordinances,
Fourthly, If once a person be mistaken •bout their Interest in christ, they will have •hese three notable disadvantanges attending •pon them. 1. As long as he is under this •istake, he is without all reach of profiting •y the Ordinances,
and upon the other hand, apply threatnings wh•• should apply promises, and so that 〈 ◊ 〉 should be his medicine, becometh pois•• him. 2. As long as he is under this mis•• it maketh him that he cannot pity not 〈 ◊ 〉 compassion upon himself, that though 〈 ◊ 〉 the most suitable object of compassion, 〈 ◊ 〉 he knows not what it is to weep over own ruine. 3 Readily all his graces are delusions, all his good motions are but fl•• and all his mortification counterfeit,
and upon the other hand, apply threatenings wh•• should apply promises, and so that 〈 ◊ 〉 should be his medicine, Becometh pois•• him. 2. As long as he is under this mis•• it makes him that he cannot pity not 〈 ◊ 〉 compassion upon himself, that though 〈 ◊ 〉 the most suitable Object of compassion, 〈 ◊ 〉 he knows not what it is to weep over own ruin. 3 Readily all his graces Are delusions, all his good motions Are but fl•• and all his mortification counterfeit,
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this is clear, Jer. 8 5. 〈 ◊ 〉 hold fast deceit, they keep it with both 〈 ◊ 〉 hands: And Isa. 44.20. There is a lie in 〈 ◊ 〉 right hand, that is, they hold the lie 〈 ◊ 〉 they keep it with all their power;
this is clear, Jer. 8 5. 〈 ◊ 〉 hold fast deceit, they keep it with both 〈 ◊ 〉 hands: And Isaiah 44.20. There is a lie in 〈 ◊ 〉 right hand, that is, they hold the lie 〈 ◊ 〉 they keep it with all their power;
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and as if some would 〈 ◊ 〉 quite their hope of heaven, till Christ 〈 ◊ 〉 •nounce that word, Depart from me, I know not, delusion may carry us over the bo•• of Time,
and as if Some would 〈 ◊ 〉 quite their hope of heaven, till christ 〈 ◊ 〉 •nounce that word, Depart from me, I know not, delusion may carry us over the bo•• of Time,
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That which thirdly we would speak to from this point, is, to give you some evidences by which ye may know if the assurance ye have of your being in Christ, be right or no:
That which Thirdly we would speak to from this point, is, to give you Some evidences by which you may know if the assurance you have of your being in christ, be right or no:
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this is clear, 1 Joh. 〈 ◊ 〉 3. Every man that hath this hope in him, that is, perswaded of this that he shall come •o heaven, He will purifie himself, as he is •ure: And 2 Cor. 7.1.
this is clear, 1 John 〈 ◊ 〉 3. Every man that hath this hope in him, that is, persuaded of this that he shall come •o heaven, He will purify himself, as he is •ure: And 2 Cor. 7.1.
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Wh•• he hath once gotten Christ in his arms, he will answer every tentation that he meeteth with this, I am not mine own, I am bought with a price, I cannot now dispose of my self:
Wh•• he hath once got christ in his arms, he will answer every tentation that he meeteth with this, I am not mine own, I am bought with a price, I cannot now dispose of my self:
Secondly, A real assurance putteth 〈 ◊ 〉 Christian to a pressing and earnest pur•• after communion and fellowship with G•• it is possible for one to be assured, and 〈 ◊ 〉 to be saying, he is sick of love:
Secondly, A real assurance putteth 〈 ◊ 〉 Christian to a pressing and earnest pur•• After communion and fellowship with G•• it is possible for one to be assured, and 〈 ◊ 〉 to be saying, he is sick of love:
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O when gave 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ such an invitation as this, O precio• Christ, let us lodge in the villages, and 〈 ◊ 〉 down to the secret places of the field: a• Psal. 63.1. My God, there is his assurance and immediately followeth upon that, Ea•• will I seek thee, my soul thirsteth after th• as in a dry parched land where no water 〈 ◊ 〉 There is a pressing desire after communi•• But I would ask you, Are there not m•• here who have the hope of heaven (to th• apprehension) and yet the desire of c••munion with Christ was never with th•• I desire to say to thee, (be who thou 〈 ◊ 〉 Be not deceived, God is not mocked, that which thou sowest, thou shall also reap.
Oh when gave 〈 ◊ 〉 christ such an invitation as this, Oh precio• christ, let us lodge in the villages, and 〈 ◊ 〉 down to the secret places of the field: a• Psalm 63.1. My God, there is his assurance and immediately follows upon that, Ea•• will I seek thee, my soul Thirsteth After th• as in a dry parched land where no water 〈 ◊ 〉 There is a pressing desire After communi•• But I would ask you, are there not m•• Here who have the hope of heaven (to th• apprehension) and yet the desire of c••munion with christ was never with th•• I desire to say to thee, (be who thou 〈 ◊ 〉 Be not deceived, God is not mocked, that which thou sowest, thou shall also reap.
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Thirdly, Assurance of our being in Christ, will put us to the exercise of praise; believe it, I think this is one of the most searching evidences of assurance:
Thirdly, Assurance of our being in christ, will put us to the exercise of praise; believe it, I think this is one of the most searching evidences of assurance:
There are some Christians they will be convinced for the neglect of duty of prayer, but for the neglect of the duty of praise, they never have one conviction;
There Are Some Christians they will be convinced for the neglect of duty of prayer, but for the neglect of the duty of praise, they never have one conviction;
and I tell you the reason of it, prayer is a selfish grace, (so to speak) but praise is a denying grace, prayer secketh, but praise giveth, Exod. 15.2. He is my God, I will prepare him an habitation, and he is my fathers God, I will exalt him. Psal. 118.28. He is my God, I will praise him, he is my God, I will exalt him:
and I tell you the reason of it, prayer is a selfish grace, (so to speak) but praise is a denying grace, prayer secketh, but praise gives, Exod 15.2. He is my God, I will prepare him an habitation, and he is my Father's God, I will exalt him. Psalm 118.28. He is my God, I will praise him, he is my God, I will exalt him:
What needeth David these repetitions, might not one serve? No saith he, I would even spend my dayes in this, My God, my God, there is much of heaven in that word, My God, and love committeth many sweet hatoligies: Now I say to thee, was thou ever put to the heart exercise of praise, by this assurance that thou hast this is an evidence indeed,
What needs David these repetitions, might not one serve? No Says he, I would even spend my days in this, My God, my God, there is much of heaven in that word, My God, and love Committeth many sweet hatoligies: Now I say to thee, was thou ever put to the heart exercise of praise, by this assurance that thou hast this is an evidence indeed,
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and was not Paul a low man in 〈 ◊ 〉 own eyes, Eph. 3.8.16. I am lesse then th• least of all thy Saints, and when he cry•• out, I am the chief of sinners:
and was not Paul a low man in 〈 ◊ 〉 own eyes, Ephesians 3.8.16. I am less then th• lest of all thy Saints, and when he cry•• out, I am the chief of Sinners:
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that word, Psal. 40 〈 ◊ 〉 •y God, saith he, that is his assurance, 〈 ◊ 〉 •••ently he subjoyneth, I delight to do 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉, O Lord, this he speaketh of himself, 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 off,
that word, Psalm 40 〈 ◊ 〉 •y God, Says he, that is his assurance, 〈 ◊ 〉 •••ently he subjoineth, I delight to do 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉, Oh Lord, this he speaks of himself, 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 off,
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and make 〈 ◊ 〉 them count the Gospel as well as the Law 〈 ◊ 〉 beggerly rudiments, and cry out to their 〈 ◊ 〉 •ours, Stand aback, for I am holier then them, must needs be a delusion.
and make 〈 ◊ 〉 them count the Gospel as well as the Law 〈 ◊ 〉 beggarly rudiments, and cry out to their 〈 ◊ 〉 •ours, Stand aback, for I am Holier then them, must needs be a delusion.
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if were to go round them that are here, 〈 ◊ 〉 ask, are ye in Christ, are ye, and ye in Chri•• O! I doubt much if there should be m•• negative answers within the doors, we have so strong a faith some of us, that since 〈 ◊ 〉 were born, we never doubted of it;
if were to go round them that Are Here, 〈 ◊ 〉 ask, Are you in christ, Are you, and you in Chri•• OH! I doubt much if there should be m•• negative answers within the doors, we have so strong a faith Some of us, that since 〈 ◊ 〉 were born, we never doubted of it;
and the faith tha• thou never took pains to keep, and yet i• keeped it self, that is too like a delusion, th• faith that never knew what it was to put the• to real seeking of Christ, is too like a delusio• But let me close with this, be your esta•• what it will, search and come away;
and the faith tha• thou never took pains to keep, and yet i• keeped it self, that is too like a delusion, th• faith that never knew what it was to put the• to real seeking of christ, is too like a delusio• But let me close with this, be your esta•• what it will, search and come away;
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I thi•• that is one of the most Gospel invitations th•• is in all the Scripture. Lam. 3.34. Let us sea•• and try our wayes, and turn again unto th• Lord:
I thi•• that is one of the most Gospel invitations th•• is in all the Scripture. Lam. 3.34. Let us sea•• and try our ways, and turn again unto th• Lord:
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O Christian didst thou ever think upon this, and say with thy self, O when shall I have immediate imbraces of blessed Christ? When shall there be nothing between my heart and Him? till then, we never get Christ near enough, there is alway something between Him and us, till we be above the Clouds:
Oh Christian didst thou ever think upon this, and say with thy self, Oh when shall I have immediate embraces of blessed christ? When shall there be nothing between my heart and Him? till then, we never get christ near enough, there is always something between Him and us, till we be above the Clouds:
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I Think ere long, there are many that 〈 ◊ 〉 passeth under the notion of Professors, 〈 ◊ 〉 that the veriest atheist when he behold•th there walk, may cry out, Are thou also become like unto one of us:
I Think ere long, there Are many that 〈 ◊ 〉 passes under the notion of Professors, 〈 ◊ 〉 that the veriest atheist when he behold•th there walk, may cry out, are thou also become like unto one of us:
profanity hath slain its thousands, but delusion and presumption hath slain their ten thousands. It was an ancient complain• of Christ. Luk. 12.57. And why even of 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 judge ye not what is right;
profanity hath slave its thousands, but delusion and presumption hath slave their ten thousands. It was an ancient complain• of christ. Luk. 12.57. And why even of 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 judge you not what is right;
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I am per•waded of this, there are many decreets 〈 ◊ 〉 peace past upon earth, that are never rati••ed in heaven, there are many that cry out ••••ternesse of death is past, whom yet 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 the sword of His Justice, shall •ew 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 … 〉 our eyes.
I am per•waded of this, there Are many decreets 〈 ◊ 〉 peace passed upon earth, that Are never rati••ed in heaven, there Are many that cry out ••••ternesse of death is past, whom yet 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 the sword of His justice, shall •ew 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 … 〉 our eyes.
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We told you 〈 … 〉 last occasion, that we spake upon these words, there were six things we intended to speak from them, of the first three we have spoken.
We told you 〈 … 〉 last occasion, that we spoke upon these words, there were six things we intended to speak from them, of the First three we have spoken.
That which we intended to speak to at this time, is, That there is much soul advantage and spiritual gain, that doth redound to the Christian, by the distinct perswasion of his interest in Christ;
That which we intended to speak to At this time, is, That there is much soul advantage and spiritual gain, that does redound to the Christian, by the distinct persuasion of his Interest in christ;
this we gathered from Paul's doubling the command of searching and trying themselves, as if he had said, it is a businesse that will be so much for your advantage, that it is incumbent for you to search and try diligently:
this we gathered from Paul's doubling the command of searching and trying themselves, as if he had said, it is a business that will be so much for your advantage, that it is incumbent for you to search and try diligently:
Now to speak more particularly to the•• advantages of assurance, The first is, That a person that is assured of his interest in Christ, he is much in desiring communion with Christ:
Now to speak more particularly to the•• advantages of assurance, The First is, That a person that is assured of his Interest in christ, he is much in desiring communion with christ:
Tell me, O thou whom my soul loveth, (there is his assurance) where th•• feedest, and where thou makest thy flock to rest at noon, there is desire of communion,
Tell me, Oh thou whom my soul loves, (there is his assurance) where th•• Feedest, and where thou Makest thy flock to rest At noon, there is desire of communion,
and immediately followeth, Come my beloved, let us go forth into the fields, let us lodg• in the villages, there her desire of communion, Song 2.16, 17. My beloved is mine, and I am his, and what f•lloweth upon that, He feedeth among the lillies,
and immediately follows, Come my Beloved, let us go forth into the fields, let us lodg• in the villages, there her desire of communion, Song 2.16, 17. My Beloved is mine, and I am his, and what f•lloweth upon that, He feeds among the lilies,
Turn my beloved, and be as a roe, or a wild hart upon the mountains of B•ther, that is i• short, let me have sweet correspondency and fellowship with thee, till the day of Eternity shall come 〈 ◊ 〉 I think the desires of an assured Christian they are like the grave, they cry continually Give, give, and they never say, it is enough What is the reason, ye seek so little after fe•lowship with Christ, it is even this, ye 〈 ◊ 〉 not perswaded of your interest in him;
Turn my Beloved, and be as a roe, or a wild heart upon the Mountains of B•ther, that is i• short, let me have sweet correspondency and fellowship with thee, till the day of Eternity shall come 〈 ◊ 〉 I think the Desires of an assured Christian they Are like the grave, they cry continually Give, give, and they never say, it is enough What is the reason, you seek so little After fe•lowship with christ, it is even this, you 〈 ◊ 〉 not persuaded of your Interest in him;
〈 ◊ 〉 lieve it, if once ye had attained to th• blest length, as to cry out, Christ is mine, it 〈 ◊ 〉 be a hell upon earth for you to live at such a distance with him as ye do for the most part:
〈 ◊ 〉 lieve it, if once you had attained to th• blessed length, as to cry out, christ is mine, it 〈 ◊ 〉 be a hell upon earth for you to live At such a distance with him as you do for the most part:
My God, my God, there is assurance, and immediately followeth his complaint, Why hiddest thou thy self from me, Song 3.1, 2, 3. that word, Him whom my soul loveth, made her to weep so much under absence from Christ,
My God, my God, there is assurance, and immediately follows his complaint, Why hiddest thou thy self from me, Song 3.1, 2, 3. that word, Him whom my soul loves, made her to weep so much under absence from christ,
I think her heart was at her mouth when she pronounced these two words, My Lord, she spake them with a great deal of emphasis and force, could ye resent absence with Christ so little,
I think her heart was At her Mouth when she pronounced these two words, My Lord, she spoke them with a great deal of emphasis and force, could you resent absence with christ so little,
Secondly, It maketh the soul to have a high and matchless esteem of precious Christ, Song 5.10. My beloved is white and ruddy, the chief among ten thousand:
Secondly, It makes the soul to have a high and matchless esteem of precious christ, Song 5.10. My Beloved is white and ruddy, the chief among ten thousand:
interest maketh her look upon Christ with another eye nor she would have done, strangers look upon him but as a tree pla••• at the sand, 1 Pet. 2.7. To you that beli•• Christ is precious. not to every one: A•• Song 2.2.
Interest makes her look upon christ with Another eye nor she would have done, Strangers look upon him but as a tree pla••• At the sand, 1 Pet. 2.7. To you that beli•• christ is precious. not to every one: A•• Song 2.2.
as is clear, Song 5 16. My beloved 〈 ◊ 〉 altogether lovely, or, he is all desires. I tell you what assurance will do, it will make Christs person pleasant and precious to the soul, it will make Christs Natures pleasant to the soul, it will make Christs Offices pleasant to the soul, it will make Christs Promises pleasant to the soul, it will make Threatnings pleasant to the soul, it will make the smell of Christs Garments pleasant to the soul,
as is clear, Song 5 16. My Beloved 〈 ◊ 〉 altogether lovely, or, he is all Desires. I tell you what assurance will do, it will make Christ person pleasant and precious to the soul, it will make Christ Nature's pleasant to the soul, it will make Christ Offices pleasant to the soul, it will make Christ Promises pleasant to the soul, it will make Threatenings pleasant to the soul, it will make the smell of Christ Garments pleasant to the soul,
and His kisses are pleasant, they are better then wine, His Name i• is pleasant, it is as precious ointment powred Forth, His smellings are most delightsome• wh•se countenance is as Lebanon, excellent 〈 ◊ 〉 the cedars:
and His Kisses Are pleasant, they Are better then wine, His Name i• is pleasant, it is as precious ointment poured Forth, His smellings Are most delightsome• wh•se countenance is as Lebanon, excellent 〈 ◊ 〉 the cedars:
Fourthly, Assurance will keep you from apostacy and defection from Christ, 2 Pet. 1.10. Make your calling and election sure, and if ye do this, (saith he) ye shall never fall, Heb. 3.11, 12. It is there set down as a fruit of the evil heart of misbelief, it maketh us depart from the living God, but on the contrary, assurance knitteth the soul to Christ by a threefold cord, which is not easily broken.
Fourthly, Assurance will keep you from apostasy and defection from christ, 2 Pet. 1.10. Make your calling and election sure, and if you do this, (Says he) you shall never fallen, Hebrew 3.11, 12. It is there Set down as a fruit of the evil heart of misbelief, it makes us depart from the living God, but on the contrary, assurance knits the soul to christ by a threefold cord, which is not Easily broken.
In God 〈 ◊ 〉 I praise his word, in God have I put my trust, I will not be afraid what flesh can do unto me ▪ yea, he can sweetly sing in the very mouth of danger.
In God 〈 ◊ 〉 I praise his word, in God have I put my trust, I will not be afraid what Flesh can do unto me ▪ yea, he can sweetly sing in the very Mouth of danger.
Fifthly, Assurance keepeth all the 〈 ◊ 〉 of the spirit green and flourishing, it is 〈 ◊ 〉 refreshing dew upon our branches, whi•• maketh every grace sweetly to blossome 〈 ◊ 〉 its season. 1. It stirreth up the exerci• of love:
Fifthly, Assurance Keepeth all the 〈 ◊ 〉 of the Spirit green and flourishing, it is 〈 ◊ 〉 refreshing due upon our branches, whi•• makes every grace sweetly to blossom 〈 ◊ 〉 its season. 1. It stirs up the exerci• of love:
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our hearts are naturally cold, but love kindleth love, the sense of his love to us, putteth our hearts into a heavenly flame towards him again. 2. Assurance keepeth up the exercise of prayer, it is the assured Christian that can pray best,
our hearts Are naturally cold, but love kindleth love, the sense of his love to us, putteth our hearts into a heavenly flame towards him again. 2. Assurance Keepeth up the exercise of prayer, it is the assured Christian that can pray best,
First, It helpeth in the point of boldnesse O but the assured Christian can go boldly to the Throne of grace, Crying Abba father, and my Lord and my God.
First, It Helpeth in the point of boldness Oh but the assured Christian can go boldly to the Throne of grace, Crying Abba father, and my Lord and my God.
Secondly, It helpeth our diligence in prayer, Psa•. 63.1. O my God, there is assurance, early will I seek thee, there is his diligence as the fruit thereof.
Secondly, It Helpeth our diligence in prayer, Psa•. 63.1. O my God, there is assurance, early will I seek thee, there is his diligence as the fruit thereof.
Thirdly, It helpeth the fervency of prayer, as in that same place, my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee, there is his fervency as another fruit of his assurance. 3. Assurance keepeth In exercise and life, the grace of mortification:
Thirdly, It Helpeth the fervency of prayer, as in that same place, my soul Thirsteth for thee, my Flesh Longeth for thee, there is his fervency as Another fruit of his assurance. 3. Assurance Keepeth In exercise and life, the grace of mortification:
O Paul, what aileth you, may ye not take a look of the world, O saith Paul, and would ye know the ground of it, We know if this house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a house not made with hands, eternally in the heavens:
Oh Paul, what aileth you, may you not take a look of the world, Oh Says Paul, and would you know the ground of it, We know if this house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a house not made with hands, eternally in the heavens:
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And 4. It keepeth in exercise the grace of humility; there is nothing will keep a Christian so humble as assurance, Gal. 2.20. I live, yet not I, but Christ liveth in me, Eph. 3.8. there he is all in exalting grace, and debasing himself.
And 4. It Keepeth in exercise the grace of humility; there is nothing will keep a Christian so humble as assurance, Gal. 2.20. I live, yet not I, but christ lives in me, Ephesians 3.8. there he is all in exalting grace, and debasing himself.
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And, 5. it will help the grace of Repentance: Would ye know what would make the Christian to repent, it is even this, to take Christ in our arms and call him ours, Zech. 12.10. They shall look unto him, that is, there faith and they shall mourn as one mourneth for his only son:
And, 5. it will help the grace of Repentance: Would you know what would make the Christian to Repent, it is even this, to take christ in our arms and call him ours, Zechariah 12.10. They shall look unto him, that is, there faith and they shall mourn as one Mourneth for his only son:
when they have offended, b•• breaketh all their heart in pieces, and i• as a sword piercing into the bones, w• ••ey cry out, O what a fool was • to offe• •uch a precious One, in whom I had so mu•• •terest;
when they have offended, b•• breaks all their heart in Pieces, and i• as a sword piercing into the bones, w• ••ey cry out, Oh what a fool was • to offe• •uch a precious One, in whom I had so mu•• •terest;
Would ye know w•• •our graces are withered? would ye kno• •hy all the pleasant plants of God with• 〈 ◊ 〉 soul are decayed? It is this, ye live with 〈 ◊ 〉 sight of your interest in Christ, believe i• (〈 ◊ 〉 so I may speak) assurance will be a w•• tering to your graces every morning,
Would you know w•• •our graces Are withered? would you kno• •hy all the pleasant plants of God with• 〈 ◊ 〉 soul Are decayed? It is this, you live with 〈 ◊ 〉 sighed of your Interest in christ, believe i• (〈 ◊ 〉 so I may speak) assurance will be a w•• tering to your graces every morning,
•he sixth advantage that cometh in to th• 〈 ◊ 〉 •ian by assurance of his interest i• Christ, is, That it maketh death exceedi•• pleasant and comfortable to the soul;
•he sixth advantage that comes in to th• 〈 ◊ 〉 •ian by assurance of his Interest i• christ, is, That it makes death exceedi•• pleasant and comfortable to the soul;
the assured 〈 … 〉 take death in his arms, and cry 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 come, O friend: the assured Christi•• 〈 ◊ 〉 he seeth the chariots his father 〈 ◊ 〉 doth with old Jacob rejoyce, 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 23 When I walk through the valley of ••e, shadd•w of death, I will fear no evil:
the assured 〈 … 〉 take death in his arms, and cry 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 come, Oh friend: the assured Christi•• 〈 ◊ 〉 he sees the chariots his father 〈 ◊ 〉 does with old Jacob rejoice, 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 23 When I walk through the valley of ••e, shadd•w of death, I will Fear no evil:
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The seventh advantage is, That a Christi•n being in the state of assurance, can put the •ighest account upon the smallest mercy that •e meets with from God:
The seventh advantage is, That a Christi•n being in the state of assurance, can put the •ighest account upon the Smallest mercy that •e meets with from God:
is ve• observable, The love of Christ constraineth •, &c. Why art •hou so painfull a Minister Paul? Why? Knowest thou no man after th flesh, are not led by carnal interests,
is ve• observable, The love of christ constrains •, etc. Why art •hou so painful a Minister Paul? Why? Knowest thou no man After that Flesh, Are not led by carnal interests,
