The map of the little world, illuminated with religion being a practical treatise, directing man to a religious scope, and right measure, in all the periods of his life; with devotion suitable. To which is added an appendix, containing a gospel ministers legacie, in some sermons, upon 2 Pet. 1. 12, &c. / By Patrick Strachan minister of the gospel at St. Vigeans.
Sermon I. Containing the Compact Chain of our Holy Religion, exactlie knitting the Priviledges and Properties of a Christian together in one link, in the particle NONLATINALPHABET Wherefore.
Sermon I Containing the Compact Chain of our Holy Religion, exactly knitting the Privileges and Properties of a Christian together in one link, in the particle Wherefore.
I Shall leave it to such as write upon the whole Epistle to vendicate it from the false Aspersion of some who denyed it to be Canonical, of whom Eus: speaks in his Church history, 3, Book 25. Chap, Which indeed was very unjust since the Epistle savo•rs of its Author, and the genious of Christianity.
I Shall leave it to such as write upon the Whole Epistle to vendicate it from the false Aspersion of Some who denied it to be Canonical, of whom Eus: speaks in his Church history, 3, Book 25. Chap, Which indeed was very unjust since the Epistle savo•rs of its Author, and the genius of Christianity.
So that its like whoever they were that refused it to be Canonick could not b•• be among the number of those false Prophers mentioned by this Apostle, Chap:
So that its like whoever they were that refused it to be Canonic could not b•• be among the number of those false Prophers mentioned by this Apostle, Chap:
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Neither shall I insist upon the design and scope of this Epistle, since it is so clearly manifest to any that •eads it, mentioning the great priviledges and properties of a Christian,
Neither shall I insist upon the Design and scope of this Epistle, since it is so clearly manifest to any that •eads it, mentioning the great privileges and properties of a Christian,
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So I come to the Text in th•se vereses, which contain a• Application of the preceeding Doctri•e, conecting the Privilidges & Properties of a Christian, in the particle Six Wherefore, Quamobrem, upon which account, &c. 2ly, The Apostles care to inculcat the Truth upon the people to whom he writes.
So I come to the Text in th•se vereses, which contain a• Application of the preceding Doctri•e, conecting the Privileges & Properties of a Christian, in the particle Six Wherefore, Therefore, upon which account, etc. 2ly, The Apostles care to inculcat the Truth upon the people to whom he writes.
6ly, The ba•e and sure Foundation of Gospel Truth, Verse, 16. The First, Clearly discovereth to us this Truth, that the Christian who preten•• to the highest Priviledges, of his holy Religion, must be accomplished with the true ppoperties thereof 'Tis a special Art to advance practical Religion, & twist together the Christian priviledges and properties, Our Crown and Our Claim.
6ly, The ba•e and sure Foundation of Gospel Truth, Verse, 16. The First, Clearly Discovereth to us this Truth, that the Christian who preten•• to the highest Privileges, of his holy Religion, must be accomplished with the true ppoperties thereof It's a special Art to advance practical Religion, & twist together the Christian privileges and properties, Our Crown and Our Claim.
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Ou• Salvation is linked in a Chain, there is a Corner Stone that knits the Building from the Foundation to the Top, Rom: 8, 26. There must be the Prima, Media & Ʋltima.
Ou• Salvation is linked in a Chain, there is a Corner Stone that knits the Building from the Foundation to the Top, Rom: 8, 26. There must be the Prima, Media & Ʋltima.
We must begin, proceed, and perfect our Work, for non progredi est Regredi. To stand in our Religion hinders our Race, We must add to our Faith, Vertue,
We must begin, proceed, and perfect our Work, for non progredi est Regredi. To stand in our Religion hinders our Raze, We must add to our Faith, Virtue,
This is not only the Doctrine of St. Peter here, and formerly Chap. 1. 5. 6. 7. But of St. James Chap. 2. And they both writing to the Jews had need to press this,
This is not only the Doctrine of Saint Peter Here, and formerly Chap. 1. 5. 6. 7. But of Saint James Chap. 2. And they both writing to the jews had need to press this,
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whereas true blessedness comes only to the Ʋndefilea in the way, Psal. 119. 1. And the Psalmist, J••ns justification and Sanctification together, in order to Blessedness, Psal. 32. 1. Sin cannot enter Heaven, no more a sinner,
whereas true blessedness comes only to the Ʋndefilea in the Way, Psalm 119. 1. And the Psalmist, J••ns justification and Sanctification together, in order to Blessedness, Psalm 32. 1. since cannot enter Heaven, no more a sinner,
And that we may be Glad to make this improvement the more Chearfully, let us consider that this tends most, 1. To the Glory of GOD. 2ly. The Reputation of Religion. 3ly. To our own Good and the benefite of others. 4ly. It assureth our interest in Glory, much more than all the instincts, Enthusiasms and Raptures men can be affected with.
And that we may be Glad to make this improvement the more Cheerfully, let us Consider that this tends most, 1. To the Glory of GOD. 2ly. The Reputation of Religion. 3ly. To our own Good and the benefit of Others. 4ly. It assureth our Interest in Glory, much more than all the instincts, Enthusiasms and Raptures men can be affected with.
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Our good works should be •o solid and visible, that they may show forth the Glory of GOD, the light of Grace shines more and more unto the perfect day, till it be more Radi•nt in Glory.
Our good works should be •o solid and visible, that they may show forth the Glory of GOD, the Light of Grace shines more and more unto the perfect day, till it be more Radi•nt in Glory.
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for if once Practicall Religion, did exert its Native Power and Qualitie, it would commend it self as th• product of GOD, it would appear a Wonder, it would make the so•s of Men say with Pharaoh's Magicians.
for if once Practical Religion, did exert its Native Power and Quality, it would commend it self as th• product of GOD, it would appear a Wonder, it would make the so•s of Men say with Pharaoh's Magicians.
and pattake of the Divine Nature, it would make the Men of the World, as St. Paul sayes, in another case, fall upon their face and say, GOD is in it of a Truth it would appear no phantasm or contrivance, to ammuse the World,
and pattake of the Divine Nature, it would make the Men of the World, as Saint Paul Says, in Another case, fallen upon their face and say, GOD is in it of a Truth it would appear no phantasm or contrivance, to ammuse the World,
And would make the Truly Godly Religion as their bage and Cognizance, and make Men say that this is the Work of GOD, it would make us like CHRIST to be pure as He is pure, it would appear to be no Superstition flowing from fear,
And would make the Truly Godly Religion as their bage and Cognizance, and make Men say that this is the Work of GOD, it would make us like CHRIST to be pure as He is pure, it would appear to be no Superstition flowing from Fear,
but it would appear a Lively, Amiable, and lovely Thing, and attract Mens hearts, it would make the Hypocrisie cast off his Mask, the pr•fane put off shame,
but it would appear a Lively, Amiable, and lovely Thing, and attract Men's hearts, it would make the Hypocrisy cast off his Mask, the pr•fane put off shame,
3ly, This will also afford •olid meat, and the Kernal of Religion to refresh us, it will be to us a Tree of Life and hidden Manna, and more refreshing than the Nectaer and Ambrosia of the heathen Gods,
3ly, This will also afford •olid meat, and the Kernal of Religion to refresh us, it will be to us a Tree of Life and hidden Manna, and more refreshing than the Nectaer and Ambrosia of the heathen God's,
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4ly. This will open a door and Entrance to the Kingdom of O•r LORD JESUS CHRIST and will prove a more solid way to make us Draw near to GOD, with full assurance of faith? and be a more sure ground to us than all the heats and heights of Religion, which are but transient,
4ly. This will open a door and Entrance to the Kingdom of O•r LORD JESUS CHRIST and will prove a more solid Way to make us Draw near to GOD, with full assurance of faith? and be a more sure ground to us than all the heats and heights of Religion, which Are but Transient,
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and the New Creature is the most infallible mark of bein• in Christ, 2, Cor, 5, 17. and True si••cere Obedience is the great specifick and genuine propertie of true Christianism.
and the New Creature is the most infallible mark of bein• in christ, 2, Cor, 5, 17. and True si••cere obedience is the great specific and genuine property of true Christianism.
but the true Christian reacheth one hand in the Crown and wi•h the other holds his W•apon, to fight for the Prize that through •aith and p•tience and unwearied W•ll ••ing, he may inheri• the Promises:
but the true Christian reaches one hand in the Crown and wi•h the other holds his W•apon, to fight for the Prize that through •aith and p•tience and unwearied W•ll ••ing, he may inheri• the Promises:
the Christians Claim is ind•ed great for all are yours sayeth 〈 ◊ 〉 But such as are Christs, sayeth he, have crucified the flesh with its lusts and effections.
the Christians Claim is ind•ed great for all Are yours Saith 〈 ◊ 〉 But such as Are Christ, Saith he, have Crucified the Flesh with its Lustiest and effections.
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But yet having these Promises, let us cleanse our selves from all silthiness of flesh and spirit, 2 Cor. 7. 1. and take head least (a promise being made thus of entering into his Rest) we fall short:
But yet having these Promises, let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness of Flesh and Spirit, 2 Cor. 7. 1. and take head least (a promise being made thus of entering into his Rest) we fallen short:
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and let the glory of that great Claim indeer your Hearts to Duty, to jo•n your selves in a perpetual Covenant with the LORD, never to be forgot, Jer. 50.
and let the glory of that great Claim indeer your Hearts to Duty, to jo•n your selves in a perpetual Covenant with the LORD, never to be forgotten, Jer. 50.
THe Apostle falls now to a closs Application of the Doctrin, formerly mentioned in this Chapter, wherein he relates the Duty of the Minister, that he should not be negligent,
THe Apostle falls now to a closs Application of the Doctrine, formerly mentioned in this Chapter, wherein he relates the Duty of the Minister, that he should not be negligent,
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I begin with the First, b•th negatively and positively described, which teacheth us, That a Gospel Minister, should be very intent upon his great and weighty Work;
I begin with the First, b•th negatively and positively described, which Teaches us, That a Gospel Minister, should be very intent upon his great and weighty Work;
The care of Souls is worthy to •e fined from the most intensive affections of the H•art, It is such 〈 ◊ 〉 Pious and Divine Affection, that GOD Himself describs His ea•nest Compassion• to His People, thereby:
The care of Souls is worthy to •e fined from the most intensive affections of the H•art, It is such 〈 ◊ 〉 Pious and Divine Affection, that GOD Himself describes His ea•nest Compassion• to His People, thereby:
It was our Saviour's care for Souls, that brought Him from Heaven to us, and when on Earth, made Him so diligent to Preach, Pray, and Weep for his Church.
It was our Saviour's care for Souls, that brought Him from Heaven to us, and when on Earth, made Him so diligent to Preach, Pray, and Weep for his Church.
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such is the carelesness and incuriousness of the most, as to Spiritnol Matters, (like Gallio careing for none of these things) and such are the many incumbrances anent the World.
such is the carelessness and incuriousness of the most, as to Spiritnol Matters, (like Gallio caring for none of these things) and such Are the many encumbrances anent the World.
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that a faithful Minister shall find great Reason of serious care, and even to 〈 ◊ 〉 out with St. Paul. Who is sufficient for these things? For his trust is great, his Charge we•ght• and his Opposition strong,
that a faithful Minister shall find great Reason of serious care, and even to 〈 ◊ 〉 out with Saint Paul. Who is sufficient for these things? For his trust is great, his Charge we•ght• and his Opposition strong,
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Thou hast work enough at H•m•, to read, pray, contemplat GOD, search the Sc•tptures, and like a good Phys••ian study the Case of thy People, that thou mavest apply suitable cures,
Thou hast work enough At H•m•, to read, pray, Contemplate GOD, search the Sc•tptures, and like a good Phys••ian study the Case of thy People, that thou mavest apply suitable cures,
And •or the positive part, to be diligent is no less necessary, for to rise in the morning and be idle all the day, is no Advantage to the common Interest:
And •or the positive part, to be diligent is no less necessary, for to rise in the morning and be idle all the day, is no Advantage to the Common Interest:
9. 1. and St. Peter press•th this Willingness, 〈 ◊ 〉 Pet. 5 1. diligence imports a delight, we should no•serve God as the Israelites under the Task Masters of Aegypt, we are anointed we should •un g•••ly.
9. 1. and Saint Peter press•th this Willingness, 〈 ◊ 〉 Pet. 5 1. diligence imports a delight, we should no•serve God as the Israelites under the Task Masters of Egypt, we Are anointed we should •un g•••ly.
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as faithfull preaching, seasonable dispensation of the Sacraments, painfull instruction of People, impartial Discipline and sincere, earnest and constant Devotion, which now I shall not enlarge upon, since it is ad Cler•m.
as faithful preaching, seasonable Dispensation of the Sacraments, painful instruction of People, impartial Discipline and sincere, earnest and constant Devotion, which now I shall not enlarge upon, since it is and Cler•m.
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For dull people very much deadens and discourages a Gospel Minister, and it is very sad to be gathering good purpose every week for a careless people, that will scarse gather to hea• him,
For dull people very much deadens and discourages a Gospel Minister, and it is very sad to be gathering good purpose every Week for a careless people, that will scarce gather to hea• him,
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I come now to the 〈 ◊ 〉 to wit• the subject matter of the A••stle's writing & preaching, to wit〈 … 〉 concerning these things, which are the things of CHRIST, the things of Salvation, the great Concern of Souls,
I come now to the 〈 ◊ 〉 to wit• the Subject matter of the A••stle's writing & preaching, to wit〈 … 〉 Concerning these things, which Are the things of CHRIST, the things of Salvation, the great Concern of Souls,
The Pharises in old turned superficial in their Religion, by their Z•al for their traditions; and it is to be feared that Christianity is much exanimated, by such a cry,
The Pharisees in old turned superficial in their Religion, by their Z•al for their traditions; and it is to be feared that Christianity is much exanimated, by such a cry,
And to be more particular, these things that we are mainly to insist upon, may be taken up in these particulars following. 1. The necessaria, or things absoluty needfull to Sa•vation.
And to be more particular, these things that we Are mainly to insist upon, may be taken up in these particulars following. 1. The necessaria, or things absoluty needful to Sa•vation.
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2ly The Prosecution of the great design of the Gospel. 3ly. The Right informing of what we have been, what we are, and what we shall be. 4ly. The consideration of the last things, so useful for the salvation of our souls, and so clearly manifested in the Gospel.
2ly The Prosecution of the great Design of the Gospel. 3ly. The Right informing of what we have been, what we Are, and what we shall be. 4ly. The consideration of the last things, so useful for the salvation of our Souls, and so clearly manifested in the Gospel.
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w•ich overaweth the ••ul with a reverential fear of his na•e and sha•tech abroad Divine love in our hear•s, whereby we are ve••y much Ref••sh•d with the Bread of Angels and Saint:
w•ich overawe the ••ul with a reverential Fear of his na•e and sha•tech abroad Divine love in our hear•s, whereby we Are ve••y much Ref••sh•d with the Bred of Angels and Saint:
It fills our hearts with a wonderous Jubilation and joy, and fi••s us t• have our Conversation in Heaven, from whence we look for the Saviour. Phil. 3. 20. 2ly, The prosecution of the great design of the Gospel;
It fills our hearts with a wondrous Jubilation and joy, and fi••s us t• have our Conversation in Heaven, from whence we look for the Saviour. Philip 3. 20. 2ly, The prosecution of the great Design of the Gospel;
and to live Godly, Righteous••, and Soberly in this present World, Ti• 2. 11. This is the right management o• our Knowledge and Christian Calling, whereby we are directed and assisted, to put in Practice our holy Religion.
and to live Godly, Righteous••, and Soberly in this present World, Ti• 2. 11. This is the right management o• our Knowledge and Christian Calling, whereby we Are directed and assisted, to put in Practice our holy Religion.
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4ly, The consideration of the Novissima, or Last Things; That we entertain frequent Meditations of Death, that so we may be ready when GOD's time comes;
4ly, The consideration of the Novissima, or Last Things; That we entertain frequent Meditations of Death, that so we may be ready when GOD's time comes;
N•w that all these things may be layed to Heart, entertained and improved in our Christian Life, I shall subjoyn these Reasons following, 1st. The Orignal of these things.
N•w that all these things may be laid to Heart, entertained and improved in our Christian Life, I shall subjoin these Reasons following, 1st. The Original of these things.
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and the Preaching of the •ross of CHRIST, tho to the blinded World, of no account, being to the Jews a stumbling block, and to the Greeks foolishness; Yet is it to be Gloried in, by true Beleivers,
and the Preaching of the •ross of CHRIST, though to the blinded World, of no account, being to the jews a stumbling block, and to the Greeks foolishness; Yet is it to be Gloried in, by true Believers,
And upon our part, oug•t to be sealed with persevering Fidelity, so that we need not run to turn the leaves of our destiny, in the secret Council of GOD,
And upon our part, oug•t to be sealed with persevering Fidis, so that we need not run to turn the leaves of our destiny, in the secret Council of GOD,
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as the Children of GOD, and labour to comprehend with all Saints, the dimensi•ns of the Love of GOD, seek to have a heart to these things for they contain a great prize,
as the Children of GOD, and labour to comprehend with all Saints, the dimensi•ns of the Love of GOD, seek to have a heart to these things for they contain a great prize,
They are the LORD's R•• memb•ances, Isa: 62. 6. 7. For the Peoples Good, and Peoples Remembrances of their Duty to GOD, they must warne, admonish, Remember and inculcate Truth upon Peoples hearts, by frequent Admonition and Repetition, Phil: 3. 3• But this Remembring being so much mentioned, by the Apostle here, I shall refer to a particular discourse ere I conclude this subject,
They Are the LORD's R•• memb•ances, Isaiah: 62. 6. 7. For the Peoples Good, and Peoples Remembrances of their Duty to GOD, they must warn, admonish, remember and inculcate Truth upon Peoples hearts, by frequent Admonition and Repetition, Philip: 3. 3• But this Remembering being so much mentioned, by the Apostle Here, I shall refer to a particular discourse ere I conclude this Subject,
Which containeth the Knowledge and Establishment of Christians, in the prime of Christianity, and clearly informeth us of the exact Instruction and stability of Primitive Christians, in the Faith.
Which Containeth the Knowledge and Establishment of Christians, in the prime of Christianity, and clearly Informeth us of the exact Instruction and stability of Primitive Christians, in the Faith.
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The Prophets foretold this Light, that the People should be all taught of GOD. Which is clearly fulfilled under the Gospel, as you may see by comparing 2 Chap: of st.
The prophets foretold this Light, that the People should be all taught of GOD. Which is clearly fulfilled under the Gospel, as you may see by comparing 2 Chap: of Saint.
Sermon III. The Expediency and Ʋsefulness of the Means, for the Advancement of Practical Religion: And the short while that Gospel Ministers, ca• be useful to the Church.
Sermon III. The Expediency and Ʋsefulness of the Means, for the Advancement of Practical Religion: And the short while that Gospel Ministers, ca• be useful to the Church.
THIS Serious and Experienced Apostle, doth in this Verse vent unto us, the result of his Maturest thoughts, that he judged it expedient to use all laudable Means,
THIS Serious and Experienced Apostle, does in this Verse vent unto us, the result of his Maturest thoughts, that he judged it expedient to use all laudable Means,
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As long as he is in h•s Tabernacle so to do: Which affords to us these following Observes. 1st. The Expediency, Ʋsefulness and Conveniency of all laudable and approved Means, for the Propagation of the Gospel.
As long as he is in h•s Tabernacle so to do: Which affords to us these following Observes. 1st. The Expediency, Ʋsefulness and Conveniency of all laudable and approved Means, for the Propagation of the Gospel.
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And they should be at the pains to select and wyle well what they say, that with the Preacher, they may search out fit and acceptable Words, Ecc: 12. 9. all things are lawful to me (sayeth St. Paul) but all things are not expedient:
And they should be At the pains to select and wile well what they say, that with the Preacher, they may search out fit and acceptable Words, ecc: 12. 9. all things Are lawful to me (Saith Saint Paul) but all things Are not expedient:
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yea, also all the subservient means for that end are to be observed, as the conviction of sin, the discovery of the evil of sin, the beauty of Grace and holiness sound and solid direcions for the Government of our life,
yea, also all the subservient means for that end Are to be observed, as the conviction of since, the discovery of the evil of since, the beauty of Grace and holiness found and solid direcions for the Government of our life,
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And to be more particular, I shall comprehend this, in these following heads. 1. The necessity, of PREACHING 2ly. The expediency, 3ly. What things are not convenient to be insisted upon.
And to be more particular, I shall comprehend this, in these following Heads. 1. The necessity, of PREACHING 2ly. The expediency, 3ly. What things Are not convenient to be insisted upon.
I am not ashamed of the Gospel of CHRIST (sayeth the Apostle) Rom: 4, 18, For it is the Power of GOD unto Salvation to every one that believeth, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.
I am not ashamed of the Gospel of CHRIST (Saith the Apostle) Rom: 4, 18, For it is the Power of GOD unto Salvation to every one that Believeth, to the Jew First and also to the Greek.
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but he hath chosen this way, hath sanctified it by his spirit in the Prophets, by his Son while in the Flesh and by his Appostles after CHRIST, which hath been that approved and wonderful engine, to convert the World,
but he hath chosen this Way, hath sanctified it by his Spirit in the prophets, by his Son while in the Flesh and by his Apostles After CHRIST, which hath been that approved and wondered engine, to convert the World,
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as Reading and Conference, yet GOD hath commanded us not to forsake the assembling of our selves together, and many have found it experimentally true, that there is some latent Energie and Force in the Word preached, to which GOD hath promised his blessing. 2ly. The expediency of Preaching.
as Reading and Conference, yet GOD hath commanded us not to forsake the assembling of our selves together, and many have found it experimentally true, that there is Some latent Energy and Force in the Word preached, to which GOD hath promised his blessing. 2ly. The expediency of Preaching.
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Some things are lawful but not expedient, but things that are necessary are alwayes expedient, especially in Things that are absosolutely necessary to our Salvation,
some things Are lawful but not expedient, but things that Are necessary Are always expedient, especially in Things that Are absosolutely necessary to our Salvation,
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and expedient to have the Gospel not only Read, but Explained and Applyed every Lords day; this except people be obdurate, sends in light to the Soul, warmeth the Heart with chearful Affections,
and expedient to have the Gospel not only Read, but Explained and Applied every lords day; this except people be obdurate, sends in Light to the Soul, warmeth the Heart with cheerful Affections,
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and the peoples carriage would but too sadly answer the Apostles Question, How should they believe without a Preacher? Then perhaps some who contemned the Church and publick Preaching, may wander from one sea bank to another, to seek the Word of the LORD, and not find it. Amos 8. 12. 3ly. What things are not convenient to be insisted upon in Preaching:
and the peoples carriage would but too sadly answer the Apostles Question, How should they believe without a Preacher? Then perhaps Some who contemned the Church and public Preaching, may wander from one sea bank to Another, to seek the Word of the LORD, and not find it. Amos 8. 12. 3ly. What things Are not convenient to be insisted upon in Preaching:
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And first, I humbly conceive, that it is not very fit to be too daring in our Doctrine anent the Council and Decrees of GOD, especially to conclude from them any thing that may encroatch upon the goodness and mercie of our Good and Gracious GOD, it is better with humble modesty to cry out, wih St. Paul, O the depth, &c. 2ly, It is not very needful to insist much upon Circumstances,
And First, I humbly conceive, that it is not very fit to be too daring in our Doctrine anent the Council and Decrees of GOD, especially to conclude from them any thing that may encroatch upon the Goodness and mercy of our Good and Gracious GOD, it is better with humble modesty to cry out, with Saint Paul, Oh the depth, etc. 2ly, It is not very needful to insist much upon circumstances,
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The Spirit of GOD indeed gives marks in Scripture•, particularly, in the First Epistle of Saint John, but the Spirit of Man is fallible, as to the application. 4ly. What we are to insist on;
The Spirit of GOD indeed gives marks in Scripture•, particularly, in the First Epistle of Saint John, but the Spirit of Man is fallible, as to the application. 4ly. What we Are to insist on;
and that is to preach the whole Council of GOD, Acts 20. 29. Jude 20. &c. 2ly. To build up people in their holy Faith. 3ly. To wa•• every man in all Wisdom. 4ly. To preach up morality, whatever things are Just, Honest, and of good Report, Col. 1. 28 P•il.
and that is to preach the Whole Council of GOD, Acts 20. 29. U^de 20. etc. 2ly. To built up people in their holy Faith. 3ly. To wa•• every man in all Wisdom. 4ly. To preach up morality, whatever things Are Just, Honest, and of good Report, Col. 1. 28 P•il.
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for there is no knowledge nor work in the grave, Ecl. 10. 9. The present time is the season of preaching, •o day if he will hear his Voice, Ere long the Pastor's Mouth will be closed,
for there is no knowledge nor work in the grave, Ecl 10. 9. The present time is the season of preaching, •o day if he will hear his Voice, Ere long the Pastors Mouth will be closed,
for, in the state of Separation our Bodily Organs are consumed, and the Soul is under its everlasting Sentence, its therefore absolutely necessary that we plye our Work in time, with all Alacrity and Diligence.
for, in the state of Separation our Bodily Organs Are consumed, and the Soul is under its everlasting Sentence, its Therefore absolutely necessary that we ply our Work in time, with all Alacrity and Diligence.
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But this must be more particularly unfolded, by the consideration of these following heads. 1. The great care that serious men should have to make use of the Season. 2ly. Their great Diligence that they should manifest in their weighty Work. 3ly. The Frailty and Brittleness of our mortal Life, our Soul is in a Tent or Tabernacle. 4ly. The Reinforcement of the Remembrance upon this account.
But this must be more particularly unfolded, by the consideration of these following Heads. 1. The great care that serious men should have to make use of the Season. 2ly. Their great Diligence that they should manifest in their weighty Work. 3ly. The Frailty and Brittleness of our Mortal Life, our Soul is in a Tent or Tabernacle. 4ly. The Reinforcement of the Remembrance upon this account.
and as we know not, if we shall preach another Day, so people know not how long the Voice may be behind them, saying This is the Way. But this they may know that it is the Voice of GOD, that callet• them,
and as we know not, if we shall preach Another Day, so people know not how long the Voice may be behind them, saying This is the Way. But this they may know that it is the Voice of GOD, that callet• them,
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while we are in this Tabernacle and animate us in all our travels on earth, with our priviledge that we shall come to a Temple, and have a House with GOD, Eternal in the Heavens.
while we Are in this Tabernacle and animate us in all our travels on earth, with our privilege that we shall come to a Temple, and have a House with GOD, Eternal in the Heavens.
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Knowing that shortly I must put off this Tabernacle, Verse, 14. ALTHO (no doubt) this Holy and Reverend Father, had his Soul still upon readiness to render it up on his Master's Call, with all Chearfulness;
Knowing that shortly I must put off this Tabernacle, Verse, 14. ALTHOUGH (no doubt) this Holy and Reverend Father, had his Soul still upon readiness to render it up on his Masters Call, with all Cheerfulness;
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Which maketh Moses in the Name of the LORD so pathetically, cry out, O that they were wise to consider their latter End, Deut. 32. 26. And Jeremiah so sadly to lament, That Jerusalem was taken away, because she knew not her last end:
Which makes Moses in the Name of the LORD so pathetically, cry out, Oh that they were wise to Consider their latter End, Deuteronomy 32. 26. And Jeremiah so sadly to lament, That Jerusalem was taken away, Because she knew not her last end:
Death puts a Period to all Business, Eccles: 9. 10. Death puts us, ab agendis, a Judgement immediatly follows, where account must be given of our Stewartship:
Death puts a Period to all Business, Eccles: 9. 10. Death puts us, ab Agendis, a Judgement immediately follows, where account must be given of our Stewartship:
Death hath an Universal Empire over all Ranks, Sexes & Ages; Goodness, Greatness, Riches, and the Greatest power and strength cannot prevent it, bribe it, nor oppose it:
Death hath an Universal Empire over all Ranks, Sexes & Ages; goodness, Greatness, Riches, and the Greatest power and strength cannot prevent it, bribe it, nor oppose it:
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Some are so swelled with the World, that they can not here mement• fili; but the old World, Sodom, Belshazer, the Rich Glutton, Her•• Annanias and Saphira, and others are Beaco• to thee, to guard against precipices, a•• learn thee to be considerate, practically t• think upon thy latter End.
some Are so swelled with the World, that they can not Here mement• fili; but the old World, Sodom, Belshazer, the Rich Glutton, Her•• Ananias and Sapphira, and Others Are Beaco• to thee, to guard against precipices, a•• Learn thee to be considerate, practically t• think upon thy latter End.
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And yet further this practical knowledg• of Death is very useful to advance practical Religion. 1st. Guarding against security, and surprise: 2ly. Stirring up men to plie their work in time well. 3ly. To dissarm of its Sting and dreadour. 4ly. To prepare us for our decease.
And yet further this practical knowledg• of Death is very useful to advance practical Religion. 1st. Guarding against security, and surprise: 2ly. Stirring up men to ply their work in time well. 3ly. To dissarm of its Sting and dreadour. 4ly. To prepare us for our decease.
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Our Life is but a Vapour and very uncertain, and therefore, we should do our Work now or never, we should neither boast of to morrow, nor putt of till to morrow;
Our Life is but a Vapour and very uncertain, and Therefore, we should do our Work now or never, we should neither boast of to morrow, nor put of till to morrow;
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4ly, This practical Knowledge, serves to prepare us for our death and to make us ready to render up our Soul, that we may expire in the Arms of Christ,
4ly, This practical Knowledge, serves to prepare us for our death and to make us ready to render up our Soul, that we may expire in the Arms of christ,
Let this then learn all Christians, (especially Gospel Ministers) to study this practical Knowledge of Death, which made St. Chrysostome say, Offeramus DEO voluntarie quod •ro debito debemur reddere, give that freely to GOD which we owe in Debt, to Him:
Let this then Learn all Christians, (especially Gospel Ministers) to study this practical Knowledge of Death, which made Saint Chrysostom say, Offeramus GOD voluntary quod •ro Debito debemur reddere, give that freely to GOD which we owe in Debt, to Him:
Death is very kindly to a well resolved Christian, it puts our Body in a Chamber, gives us a Covert from the storm, Isa: 26. 20. In which state of Separation, we have no more sense to feel than the Dust we ly amongst, the irksomeness is only in our Apprehension:
Death is very kindly to a well resolved Christian, it puts our Body in a Chamber, gives us a Covert from the storm, Isaiah: 26. 20. In which state of Separation, we have no more sense to feel than the Dust we lie among, the irksomeness is only in our Apprehension:
and the Sons of the Prophets knew, and said to Elisha, Knowest thou not that God will take away thy Master this day? And God doth wonderfully insin•ate his Will in this by Dreams and Visions in th• Night.
and the Sons of the prophets knew, and said to Elisha, Knowest thou not that God will take away thy Master this day? And God does wonderfully insin•ate his Will in this by Dreams and Visions in th• Night.
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O then labour to do thy work, and then thou has no more adoe but to die Die daily and this will fit thee for thy da•• and since thou knows not the hour, wat•• till thou get thy dying Call.
Oh then labour to do thy work, and then thou has no more ado but to die Die daily and this will fit thee for thy da•• and since thou knows not the hour, wat•• till thou get thy dying Call.
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Bu• •aithful Preaching never dies, God has a Register of it, it'• received in the Heavens, impressed upon the Hearts of Converts, thereby is a living Monument erected, in the Lives of Men.
Bu• •aithful Preaching never die, God has a Register of it, it'• received in the Heavens, impressed upon the Hearts of Converts, thereby is a living Monument erected, in the Lives of Men.
And since we have Received this Ministry, let us not faint our Blessed Saviour in his Ministerial Office was frustrate, How often would I have gathered thee, sayeth he to Jerusalem, and •e would not? •et us do our duty then,
And since we have Received this Ministry, let us not faint our Blessed Saviour in his Ministerial Office was frustrate, How often would I have gathered thee, Saith he to Jerusalem, and •e would not? •et us do our duty then,
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A Faithful Mininister has Ministerial Affections for the Glory of GOD, and the good of the Church they cannot consine their wishes to the little compass of a short time, they expatiate in their desires,
A Faithful Minister has Ministerial Affections for the Glory of GOD, and the good of the Church they cannot consine their wishes to the little compass of a short time, they expatiate in their Desires,
and if it were possible, they could tarry while CHRIST come (as it was groundlessly supposed by the Beloved Disciple.) They would be glad to improve the opportunity.
and if it were possible, they could tarry while CHRIST come (as it was groundlessly supposed by the beloved Disciple.) They would be glad to improve the opportunity.
But to consider more particularly the import of this his endeavour, it is certain, as he doth not here intend in a Ghostly way to preach to them after his decease,
But to Consider more particularly the import of this his endeavour, it is certain, as he does not Here intend in a Ghostly Way to preach to them After his decease,
And for this Apostle, besides his writing of some part of Canonick Scripture, which endureth for ever, he was an extraordinary person in his Call, in his Calling, in his miracles, in his Actions,
And for this Apostle, beside his writing of Some part of Canonic Scripture, which Endureth for ever, he was an extraordinary person in his Call, in his Calling, in his Miracles, in his Actions,
So that hence it may be observed, that Faithful Ministers of the Gospel, by their Life and labours remains famous living Monuments after their Decease.
So that hence it may be observed, that Faithful Ministers of the Gospel, by their Life and labours remains famous living Monuments After their Decease.
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For to win a Soul is a great prize, and to help Peoples Faith and to follow them with wholesome Doctrine, that they may follow after Peace and Holiness, is a great duty;
For to win a Soul is a great prize, and to help Peoples Faith and to follow them with wholesome Doctrine, that they may follow After Peace and Holiness, is a great duty;
All true Holiness is from GOD, and he hath said, honorantes me honorabo; I•le honour them, that honour Me, 1 Sam. 4. 5. And the mercy of doing good, in our time,
All true Holiness is from GOD, and he hath said, Honoring me Honorabo; I•le honour them, that honour Me, 1 Sam. 4. 5. And the mercy of doing good, in our time,
But the third thing, to wit, the inculcating the things of the Gospel, so as they may take impression, by way of Remem• brance upon the hearts of men in all Ages, will more clearly unfold this duty of a Gospel Minister, to help people to a well improved Remembrance:
But the third thing, to wit, the inculcating the things of the Gospel, so as they may take impression, by Way of Remem• brance upon the hearts of men in all Ages, will more clearly unfold this duty of a Gospel Minister, to help people to a well improved Remembrance:
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The Apostle much insists upon the word Remembrance, and every faithful Minister, and Particularly one who desires to be found faithful, shall labour to bring these things to peoples Remembrance, both in this life,
The Apostle much insists upon the word Remembrance, and every faithful Minister, and Particularly one who Desires to be found faithful, shall labour to bring these things to peoples Remembrance, both in this life,
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It is clearly then observable, that it is a great part of Gospel Ministers duty to help peoples minds to retain and improve Gospel truths for their Salvation.
It is clearly then observable, that it is a great part of Gospel Ministers duty to help peoples minds to retain and improve Gospel truths for their Salvation.
To Preach these things, Phil: 4. 9. over and over again, to show them how much a sanctified memory of these things tends to their faith and happiness.
To Preach these things, Philip: 4. 9. over and over again, to show them how much a sanctified memory of these things tends to their faith and happiness.
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And makes Religious actings flow from a solid understanding, which influenceth the will freely to work and enlargeth the affections to run with delight in the wayes of GOD.
And makes Religious actings flow from a solid understanding, which influenceth the will freely to work and enlarges the affections to run with delight in the ways of GOD.
Now to be more particular in this, I shall desire you to consider. 1st. Facultas Retinens, the mind Retaining. 2ly Res retenta, the thing remembred. 3ly. The help a faithful Minister gives to this Holy art of Remembring. 4ly. Peoples improvement by right remembring.
Now to be more particular in this, I shall desire you to Consider. 1st. Facultas Retinens, the mind Retaining. 2ly Rest retenta, the thing remembered. 3ly. The help a faithful Minister gives to this Holy art of Remembering. 4ly. Peoples improvement by right remembering.
others again are so dull in their mind, or rather careless, that their memorie is like a Sive which letteth Clean Water pass through but Retaineth Dregs, of such it may be said, that they wot not what it is to Remember.
Others again Are so dull in their mind, or rather careless, that their memory is like a Sive which lets Clean Water pass through but Retaineth Dregs, of such it may be said, that they wot not what it is to remember.
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The labour of faithful Ministers, the short and clear digest of our Holy Faith, and Gospel designe as to good works, frequent Prayer for a Blessing upon our pains,
The labour of faithful Ministers, the short and clear digest of our Holy Faith, and Gospel Design as to good works, frequent Prayer for a Blessing upon our pains,
3ly. The help of the Remembrances which consists in his Prayers, and patience that he weary not in his work, that he in• struct and warn every man, that he preach sound Doctrine,
3ly. The help of the Remembrances which consists in his Prayers, and patience that he weary not in his work, that he in• struct and warn every man, that he preach found Doctrine,
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Improve well the many Remembrances thou gets from the Word, and that Monument Christ built for Himself by the Sacrament, remember the novissima, the last things, the prima, media & ultima, to wit, thy Conversion, Progress, and Perfection therein;
Improve well the many Remembrances thou gets from the Word, and that Monument christ built for Himself by the Sacrament, Remember the novissima, the last things, the prima, media & ultima, to wit, thy Conversion, Progress, and Perfection therein;
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For we have no• followed cunningly devised fables, when we made known upto you the Power and Coming of our LORD JESUS CHRIST, &c. Verse, 16. THIS is the Base and Found of all Religion;
For we have no• followed cunningly devised fables, when we made known upto you the Power and Coming of our LORD JESUS CHRIST, etc. Verse, 16. THIS is the Base and Found of all Religion;
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And as this Apostle was very Competent to give his Sentiments of the Truth and Power of this Holy Religion, being called by Power, enlightned by Knowledge,
And as this Apostle was very Competent to give his Sentiments of the Truth and Power of this Holy Religion, being called by Power, enlightened by Knowledge,
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So doth he direct Gospel Ministers to Inculcate upon their People, the Truth and Power of the Christian Religion, that every faithful Pastor may have the Occasion to attract People to the Obedience o• the Faith,
So does he Direct Gospel Ministers to Inculcate upon their People, the Truth and Power of the Christian Religion, that every faithful Pastor may have the Occasion to attract People to the obedience o• the Faith,
For, when the account of the Stewartship is called for, it will afford but small Peace to the Pastor, to reflect, that he hath been taken up with ventilations of Controversie, Circumstances and External Polity of the Church;
For, when the account of the Stewartship is called for, it will afford but small Peace to the Pastor, to reflect, that he hath been taken up with ventilations of Controversy, circumstances and External Polity of the Church;
Now more particularly, to take up the Scope and Parts of this Text, I shall reduce it to these Points following, 1. That the Doctrine of the Gospel is not a eunningly devised Fable,
Now more particularly, to take up the Scope and Parts of this Text, I shall reduce it to these Points following, 1. That the Doctrine of the Gospel is not a eunningly devised Fable,
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First, Then, It is no cunningly devised fable, (as the Apostle sayes here) but it is the Contrivance of the Wise Council of GOD, transacted in Heaven and given to Men as their Guide and Comfort, it is the Emanation of the Love and Good, Will of GOD to Man, through a Mediator, Have I not written unto thee, Things excellent, that thou mayest know the Words of Truth? Sayes GOD by Solomon. It is as true as CHRIST Himself,
First, Then, It is not cunningly devised fable, (as the Apostle Says Here) but it is the Contrivance of the Wise Council of GOD, transacted in Heaven and given to Men as their Guide and Comfort, it is the Emanation of the Love and Good, Will of GOD to Man, through a Mediator, Have I not written unto thee, Things excellent, that thou Mayest know the Words of Truth? Says GOD by Solomon. It is as true as CHRIST Himself,
If He Himself was really upon Earth, which is evident as a Demonstration, and the most verified Matter of Fact that ever was in the World, not done in a Corner or Clancularly,
If He Himself was really upon Earth, which is evident as a Demonstration, and the most verified Matter of Fact that ever was in the World, not done in a Corner or Clancularly,
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And further, the influence of his Doctrine had upon the Hearts of Men, and the great Demonstration of his being the Messiah, and the Son of GOD, by His Resurrection from the Dead,
And further, the influence of his Doctrine had upon the Hearts of Men, and the great Demonstration of his being the Messiah, and the Son of GOD, by His Resurrection from the Dead,
And the wonderful effects that the Preaching of the Cross of Christ, had upon Jew and Gentile: All these write the Verity of our Religion with a Beam of the Sun, that the Gospel c•nnot be hid but to such as are lost.
And the wondered effects that the Preaching of the Cross of christ, had upon Jew and Gentile: All these write the Verity of our Religion with a Beam of the Sun, that the Gospel c•nnot be hid but to such as Are lost.
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Moreover, If we consider the exact Impletion of the Prophesies concerning him, even unto the least circumstance of his Incarnation, Con•••tion, Birth, Breeding, Life, Death and Resurrection;
Moreover, If we Consider the exact Impletion of the prophecies Concerning him, even unto the least circumstance of his Incarnation, Con•••tion, Birth, Breeding, Life, Death and Resurrection;
And if we shall confront it with other Religions, of the Jews, which was but temporary of the Heathens, which was but Vanity, of the Mabumitants which is a devilish delusion, made up of lies and impossibilities;
And if we shall confront it with other Religions, of the jews, which was but temporary of the heathens, which was but Vanity, of the Mabumitants which is a devilish delusion, made up of lies and impossibilities;
But there is so much said to this purpose, that I cannot add, but to resume the Doctrine of the Apostle, That Christianity is not fabulous, but infallible Truth.
But there is so much said to this purpose, that I cannot add, but to resume the Doctrine of the Apostle, That Christianity is not fabulous, but infallible Truth.
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And having made Sucession from the Spurious Doctrine of the degenerate Church of Rome: And it may be safely said that the Trash of its impure Doctrine, its lying Wonders and Legends, doth expose that Church to the Impious and Blasphemous Exp•ession of one of its Popes, who said, Quantum nob•• prodest haec fabula Christi? What avail is that Fable of Christ to us?
And having made Succession from the Spurious Doctrine of the degenerate Church of Rome: And it may be safely said that the Trash of its impure Doctrine, its lying Wonders and Legends, does expose that Church to the Impious and Blasphemous Exp•ession of one of its Popes, who said, Quantum nob•• profits haec fabula Christ? What avail is that Fable of christ to us?
he was Crucified through Weakness, yet conceals His Power, for Who might abide the Day of his first coming, Mal. 3. 2. He was Glorious in his Abaseours, Honourable in his Humiliation,
he was crucified through Weakness, yet conceals His Power, for Who might abide the Day of his First coming, Malachi 3. 2. He was Glorious in his Abaseours, Honourable in his Humiliation,
And this he did by a Seraphick and Angelical Purity, yet in a wonderous Condescention and Familiarity, attended with such Glorious Mi•acles, famous Monuments, & powerful Doctrine;
And this he did by a Seraphic and Angelical Purity, yet in a wondrous Condescension and Familiarity, attended with such Glorious Mi•acles, famous Monuments, & powerful Doctrine;
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We have this Apostle and others with him is, Oculati Testes of CHRIST's Maj•stie, famous and unanimous in their Testimony, who could say, vincit Veritas, Vidi, Scivi & audivi.
We have this Apostle and Others with him is, Oculati Testes of Christ's Maj•stie, famous and unanimous in their Testimony, who could say, vincit Veritas, Vidi, Scivi & audivi.
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The grea• improvement that I shall make of this whole purpose, is, that the Character of our life ccrrespond with the truth and Realitie of our Religion;
The grea• improvement that I shall make of this Whole purpose, is, that the Character of our life ccrrespond with the truth and Reality of our Religion;
and will say, have we not eaten and drunken in thy presence? hast thou not taught in our streets? To whom CHRIST will say, depart from me, &c. I never owned nor approved you as mine.
and will say, have we not eaten and drunken in thy presence? hast thou not taught in our streets? To whom CHRIST will say, depart from me, etc. I never owned nor approved you as mine.
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Moab, Ammon, and Amalek were uncircumcised, and the house of Israel uncircumcised in their heart. This the Prophets cryed out against, reproving people that boasted of the Temple.
Moab, Ammon, and Amalek were uncircumcised, and the house of Israel uncircumcised in their heart. This the prophets cried out against, reproving people that boasted of the Temple.
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that we may without breach of Charity, now say that a great part of the Christian World hath as to their practice, repea•ed th•t Blasphemous saying, that GOD hath now forsaken the Earth. Ez: 9. 9. Its now then very worthy of our while to consider better of the Character of a true Christian, that people be not fostered in their folly in boasting of a name, without the true life of Religion.
that we may without breach of Charity, now say that a great part of the Christian World hath as to their practice, repea•ed th•t Blasphemous saying, that GOD hath now forsaken the Earth. Ezra: 9. 9. Its now then very worthy of our while to Consider better of the Character of a true Christian, that people be not fostered in their folly in boasting of a name, without the true life of Religion.
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People delight themselves in their delusions, and for all that is said and done, content themselves to be nominal, not real christians. I am told that there is a little peice done by a forreign Divine in Latine, (Arnd: de vero Christianismo) which gives great clearness as to this and which perhaps,
People delight themselves in their delusions, and for all that is said and done, content themselves to be nominal, not real Christians. I am told that there is a little piece done by a foreign Divine in Latin, (Arnd: de vero Christianismo) which gives great clearness as to this and which perhaps,
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and this shall be done in considering these purposes following; 1st, That the Christian walk suitably to the discovery of the Principles of his Religion. 2ly. That he walk suitably to the full digest of the rule, GOD has given him to guide his life by.
and this shall be done in considering these Purposes following; 1st, That the Christian walk suitably to the discovery of the Principles of his Religion. 2ly. That he walk suitably to the full digest of the Rule, GOD has given him to guide his life by.
which is called by St. John, the Seed of GOD remaining in us, and by St. Paul, the Life of GOD, Gal: 2. 20. Or the Divine Nature, whereof Believers do partake;
which is called by Saint John, the Seed of GOD remaining in us, and by Saint Paul, the Life of GOD, Gall: 2. 20. Or the Divine Nature, whereof Believers do partake;
So that certainly there is more than the influence of an external Swasion, from the Word, in regard it is but a dead Letter, till it be animated with the Spirit of Life.
So that Certainly there is more than the influence of an external Suasion, from the Word, in regard it is but a dead letter, till it be animated with the Spirit of Life.
and the wicked one toucheth him not, Joh: 5. 4. Having now premi•ed these things for clearing, I proceed to handle the several Ranks of Christians, in the 8 forementioned Particulars. First then.
and the wicked one touches him not, John: 5. 4. Having now premi•ed these things for clearing, I proceed to handle the several Ranks of Christians, in the 8 forementioned Particulars. First then.
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2ly, As to the Revelation of GOD, whose Essence indeed is incomprehensible by mortals, yet is so clearly discovered, by Christ who dwelleth in the bosome of the Father,
2ly, As to the Revelation of GOD, whose Essence indeed is incomprehensible by mortals, yet is so clearly discovered, by christ who dwells in the bosom of the Father,
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and Omnipresence, be is discovered to be so amiable in His Purity, Holiness, Goodness, Mercy and Truth, &c. that the Rational Soul cannot but love, choice, and embrace Him. 3ly. As to the discovery of the Mediator.
and Omnipresence, be is discovered to be so amiable in His Purity, Holiness, goodness, Mercy and Truth, etc. that the Rational Soul cannot but love, choice, and embrace Him. 3ly. As to the discovery of the Mediator.
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But yet, a sincere Christian may and should come the length of Having a respect to all the Commandments, Psal: 119. 29. and the hatred of every false way 3ly. That he answer the Gospel Spirit and Design.
But yet, a sincere Christian may and should come the length of Having a respect to all the commandments, Psalm: 119. 29. and the hatred of every false Way 3ly. That he answer the Gospel Spirit and Design.
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To be a Christian is a great Character, and requires a perfect exactness, not to live after the flesh but after the Spirit, Rom: 8. 1. Not to work the works of the flesh,
To be a Christian is a great Character, and requires a perfect exactness, not to live After the Flesh but After the Spirit, Rom: 8. 1. Not to work the works of the Flesh,
Grace is of a growing nature; all means and ordinances are for the advancement thereof; true life cannot lurk, but will send forth emanations and exercises:
Grace is of a growing nature; all means and ordinances Are for the advancement thereof; true life cannot lurk, but will send forth emanations and exercises:
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And this calls for a Heavenly elevated mind and a faith that will make us steddy and faithful unto Death. 7ly. That be suite that Great hope set before him of the Grown of Glory.
And this calls for a Heavenly elevated mind and a faith that will make us steady and faithful unto Death. 7ly. That be suit that Great hope Set before him of the Grown of Glory.
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This ••••tily anima•s a Christian, and carried him through difficulties, it fixeth him in •••pests, as an Anchor upon the Rock, i• sanctifies and saves the Christian;
This ••••tily anima•s a Christian, and carried him through difficulties, it fixeth him in •••pests, as an Anchor upon the Rock, i• Sanctifies and saves the Christian;
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and through the Blessing of GOD expelleth that dreadful disease of 〈 ◊ 〉dence and dispair. 8ly. That he be well prepared for a dimission from time to Eternity:
and through the Blessing of GOD expelleth that dreadful disease of 〈 ◊ 〉dence and despair. 8ly. That he be well prepared for a dimission from time to Eternity:
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It's happy for us, that GOD find us at our work, that the Lions, of our Mind be gir• up, that we be waiting our 〈 ◊ 〉 call shall our accounts be cleared,
It's happy for us, that GOD find us At our work, that the Lions, of our Mind be gir• up, that we be waiting our 〈 ◊ 〉 call shall our accounts be cleared,
and our Soul and our Heart in a humble way, be full of Joy and Peace, with a •lerophorv: or a full assurance of faith, that our eyes be closed upon the World & open to Heaven;
and our Soul and our Heart in a humble Way, be full of Joy and Peace, with a •lerophorv: or a full assurance of faith, that our eyes be closed upon the World & open to Heaven;
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but that you improve your Faith, look to your Claim, and by the Eyes of Faith, look to the splendor of that Crown, prepared for a true Christian, which ye shall wear with CHRIST, World without End. AMEN.
but that you improve your Faith, look to your Claim, and by the Eyes of Faith, look to the splendour of that Crown, prepared for a true Christian, which you shall wear with CHRIST, World without End. AMEN.
