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General Remedies against Sin offer'd, and our own Endeavour urg'd.
General Remedies against since offered, and our own Endeavour urged.
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THE ETERNITY OF THE Future Punishments ILLUSTRATED and PROV'D.
THE ETERNITY OF THE Future Punishments ILLUSTRATED and PROVED.
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Involuntary Sins Stated, AND Our Care to avoid them Ʋrg'd.
Involuntary Sins Stated, AND Our Care to avoid them Ʋrged.
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(46) sermon (DIV1)
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THE Separate State OF GOOD SOULS, Represented and Improv'd.
THE Separate State OF GOOD SOULS, Represented and Improved.
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THE INCARNATION OF Our Blessed Saviour Explain'd and Improv'd.
THE INCARNATION OF Our Blessed Saviour Explained and Improved.
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THE Final and Compleat HAPPINESS OF GOOD MEN REPRESENTED. The first Part.
THE Final and Complete HAPPINESS OF GOOD MEN REPRESENTED. The First Part.
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(102) sermon (DIV1)
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THE Final and Compleat HAPPINESS OF GOOD MEN REPRESENTED. The second Part.
THE Final and Complete HAPPINESS OF GOOD MEN REPRESENTED. The second Part.
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(106) sermon (DIV1)
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OUR B. Saviour's Passion Represented and Improv'd.
OUR B. Saviour's Passion Represented and Improved.
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(54) sermon (DIV1)
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THE MISERIES OF THIS LIFE, Represented and Improv'd.
THE MISERIES OF THIS LIFE, Represented and Improved.
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THE RESURRECTION OF OUR Blessed Saviour, Proved and Applied.
THE RESURRECTION OF OUR Blessed Saviour, Proved and Applied.
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(58) sermon (DIV1)
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THE Character and Means OF PATIENCE Represented.
THE Character and Means OF PATIENCE Represented.
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(10) sermon (DIV1)
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THE Religious Observation OF SABBATHS, Stated and Urg'd.
THE Religious Observation OF SABBATHS, Stated and Urged.
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(62) sermon (DIV1)
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THE Baptismal Covenant REPRESENTED: WITH The Means to Observe it.
THE Baptismal Covenant REPRESENTED: WITH The Means to Observe it.
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(66) sermon (DIV1)
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THE Character and Remedies OF Voluptuousness.
THE Character and Remedies OF Voluptuousness.
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THE Character and Remedies OF Covetousness.
THE Character and Remedies OF Covetousness.
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THE SACRAMENT OF THE Lord's Supper EXPLAINED; AND THE Attendance upon it Directed and Urg'd.
THE SACRAMENT OF THE Lord's Supper EXPLAINED; AND THE Attendance upon it Directed and Urged.
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(70) sermon (DIV1)
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THE CHARACTER OF PRIDE.
THE CHARACTER OF PRIDE.
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(22) sermon (DIV1)
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THE Right Hearing OF THE Word of God for our Profit, Stated and Urg'd.
THE Right Hearing OF THE Word of God for our Profit, Stated and Urged.
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(74) sermon (DIV1)
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THE REMEDIES OF Pride Propos'd.
THE REMEDIES OF Pride Proposed.
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(26) sermon (DIV1)
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Publick, or Common Prayer, RECOMMENDED and URG'D.
Public, or Common Prayer, RECOMMENDED and URGED.
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(78) sermon (DIV1)
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THE CHARACTER AND CURE OF A Worldly Mind.
THE CHARACTER AND CURE OF A Worldly Mind.
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(30) sermon (DIV1)
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THE ASCENSION OF OUR Blessed Saviour, Represented and Improv'd.
THE ASCENSION OF OUR Blessed Saviour, Represented and Improved.
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(82) sermon (DIV1)
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CONTRITION, OR Godly-Sorrow Represented.
CONTRITION, OR Godly sorrow Represented.
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(34) sermon (DIV1)
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The Communion OF THE HOLY GHOST EXPLAIN'D; AND The Means to Obtain it REPRESENTED.
The Communion OF THE HOLY GHOST EXPLAINED; AND The Means to Obtain it REPRESENTED.
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(86) sermon (DIV1)
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CONTRITION, OR Godly-Sorrow Urg'd.
CONTRITION, OR Godly sorrow Urged.
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(38) sermon (DIV1)
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THE Future Punishments REPRESENTED.
THE Future Punishments REPRESENTED.
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(90) sermon (DIV1)
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Bless thy Church with a great Encrease of all Piety and Vertue, and with Abundance of Peace.
Bless thy Church with a great Increase of all Piety and Virtue, and with Abundance of Peace.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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O that we might see the Time when there shall be no hurting nor destroying in all thy holy Mountain.
O that we might see the Time when there shall be no hurting nor destroying in all thy holy Mountain.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8127
Lord be merciful we beseech thee to these unhappy Nations in which we live.
Lord be merciful we beseech thee to these unhappy nations in which we live.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8128
O let us all see and know the things that belong to our Peace, that our Lusts and Passions, our Humours and private Interests may not so divide and distract us,
O let us all see and know the things that belong to our Peace, that our Lustiest and Passion, our Humours and private Interests may not so divide and distract us,
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8129
so disturb and weaken us as they do.
so disturb and weaken us as they do.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8130
Make as all joyn together in the Reverence, and Love and Worship of thee, in due Obedience and Subjection to our Governours,
Make as all join together in the reverence, and Love and Worship of thee, in due obedience and Subjection to our Governors,
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8131
and in mutual Endeavours for one anothers welfare.
and in mutual Endeavours for one another's welfare.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8132
Bless our King we pray thee with the choicest Blessings, protect his Person, direct his Counsels, prosper his mighty Labours and Endeavours to the promoting thy Glory and our Peace and Welfare,
Bless our King we pray thee with the Choicest Blessings, Pact his Person, Direct his Counsels, prosper his mighty Labours and Endeavours to the promoting thy Glory and our Peace and Welfare,
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8133
and the Happiness of much People. Continue our Royal Family as long as the Sun and Moon shall endure;
and the Happiness of much People. Continue our Royal Family as long as the Sun and Moon shall endure;
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8134
endue them plenteously with Heavenly Gifts, prosper them with all Happiness, make us an Honour to them,
endue them plenteously with Heavenly Gifts, prosper them with all Happiness, make us an Honour to them,
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8135
and them a Blessing to us. Do good to all our Relations, Benefactours and Friends, and forgive our Enemies.
and them a Blessing to us. Do good to all our Relations, Benefactors and Friends, and forgive our Enemies.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
816
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8136
Accept our humble and hearty Thanks for thine inestimable Love in the Redemption of the World by our Lord Jesus Christ:
Accept our humble and hearty Thanks for thine inestimable Love in the Redemption of the World by our Lord jesus christ:
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8137
For the means of Grace we so abundantly enjoy, particularly for those of this Day:
For the means of Grace we so abundantly enjoy, particularly for those of this Day:
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8138
Let them always O Lord have such Influence upon us, that they may beget and maintain in us the well-grounded Hope of Glory.
Let them always Oh Lord have such Influence upon us, that they may beget and maintain in us the well-grounded Hope of Glory.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
816
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8139
We implore thy gracious Protection this Night, and beseech thee to grant us Rest and Refreshment, that we may arise the next Morning with renewed Strength for all our Work and Duty.
We implore thy gracious Protection this Night, and beseech thee to grant us Rest and Refreshment, that we may arise the next Morning with renewed Strength for all our Work and Duty.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8141
OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven.
OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
816
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8142
Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us.
Give us this day our daily bred. And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
816
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8143
And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil: For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever, Amen.
And led us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil: For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever, Amen.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
816
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8140
All we ask in the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ, in whose most comprehensive Words we sum up our Desires, saying:
All we ask in the Name of our Lord jesus christ, in whose most comprehensive Words we sum up our Desires, saying:
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8100
THE PRAYER. O Infinite, and Glorious! Good and Gracious God! Thou art abundant in Goodness!
THE PRAYER. Oh Infinite, and Glorious! Good and Gracious God! Thou art abundant in goodness!
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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O how great is the Goodness which thou hast exercised and shewn to the Children of Men!
O how great is the goodness which thou hast exercised and shown to the Children of Men!
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8102
And how much greater is that which thou hast prepar'd for them that love thee!
And how much greater is that which thou hast prepared for them that love thee!
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8103
Eye has not seen, neither hath the Ear heard, nor can the Heart of Man conceive the Riches and Glories of those Rewards which thou hast prepared for thy faithful Servants.
Eye has not seen, neither hath the Ear herd, nor can the Heart of Man conceive the Riches and Glories of those Rewards which thou hast prepared for thy faithful Servants.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8104
We adore, we praise thee O God, for making us with such excellent Natures as we have;
We adore, we praise thee Oh God, for making us with such excellent Nature's as we have;
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8105
and we thank thee for designing us to, and making us capable of so vast Improvements of our Nature as thy Word gives us leave to expect, and invites us to seek.
and we thank thee for designing us to, and making us capable of so vast Improvements of our Nature as thy Word gives us leave to expect, and invites us to seek.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8106
O Lord we are utterly ashamed, we abhor our selves when we consider how much we are fallen below what thou didst make us:
O Lord we Are utterly ashamed, we abhor our selves when we Consider how much we Are fallen below what thou didst make us:
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8107
That we who bore thine Image in Righteousness and true Holiness, have born the Image of the Devil in Sin and Wickedness:
That we who boar thine Image in Righteousness and true Holiness, have born the Image of the devil in since and Wickedness:
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8108
We who were made little lower than the Angels, have ranked our selves among the brute Beasts,
We who were made little lower than the Angels, have ranked our selves among the brutus Beasts,
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8109
and made our selves more vile than they, We must needs condemn our selves, for that we have neglected the Dignity,
and made our selves more vile than they, We must needs condemn our selves, for that we have neglected the Dignity,
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8110
and Honour, and Happiness for which thy Goodness design'd us;
and Honour, and Happiness for which thy goodness designed us;
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8111
we have had little or no Concern to advance and improve even our corrupted and depraved Natures.
we have had little or no Concern to advance and improve even our corrupted and depraved Nature's.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8112
We condemn our selves before thee as foolish and guilty Creatures. We acknowledge our Destruction is of our selves, and only in thee is our Help.
We condemn our selves before thee as foolish and guilty Creatures. We acknowledge our Destruction is of our selves, and only in thee is our Help.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8113
We humbly fly to thy Mercy in Jesus Christ:
We humbly fly to thy Mercy in jesus christ:
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8114
We beseech thee for the sake of that Propitiation which he has made for Sin to pardon all our past Iniquity;
We beseech thee for the sake of that Propitiation which he has made for since to pardon all our past Iniquity;
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8115
to heal our distempered Souls to enlighten our dark Minds, to rectifie our foolish and perverse Wills, to sanctifie us throughout in Body, Soul,
to heal our distempered Souls to enlighten our dark Minds, to rectify our foolish and perverse Wills, to sanctify us throughout in Body, Soul,
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8116
and Spirit, and to cleanse us from all Unrighteousnes.
and Spirit, and to cleanse us from all Unrighteousness.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8117
Help us through the Spirit to mortifie the Deeds of the Body that we may live:
Help us through the Spirit to mortify the deeds of the Body that we may live:
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8118
To resist the Temptations of the World and the Devil.
To resist the Temptations of the World and the devil.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8119
Make us industrious to cleanse our selves from all Filthiness of Flesh and Spirit, and to perfect Holiness in thy Fear:
Make us Industria to cleanse our selves from all Filthiness of Flesh and Spirit, and to perfect Holiness in thy fear:
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8120
And do thou, we pray thee, so bless our Endeavours, that we may continually grow in Grace,
And do thou, we pray thee, so bless our Endeavours, that we may continually grow in Grace,
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8121
and may persevere in Holiness to the End of our Lives.
and may persevere in Holiness to the End of our Lives.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8122
Let us no more excessively dote on this vain World, but set our Affections on things above,
Let us no more excessively dote on this vain World, but Set our Affections on things above,
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8123
and with pure Hearts and Minds follow and seek the Enjoyment of thee who art our only Happiness.
and with pure Hearts and Minds follow and seek the Enjoyment of thee who art our only Happiness.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
815
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8124
Have Mercy we pray thee upon all Mankind, and let them be taught to know and be perswaded to pursue the true Happiness.
Have Mercy we pray thee upon all Mankind, and let them be taught to know and be persuaded to pursue the true Happiness.
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(105) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8437
Giude thou us we pray thee by thy Counsel till thou hast brought us to thy Glory.
Giude thou us we pray thee by thy Counsel till thou hast brought us to thy Glory.
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(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8439
Let thy glorious Gospel run and be glorified, give it every where such Influence and Power, that all those who profess to believe it may forsake all that is evil,
Let thy glorious Gospel run and be glorified, give it every where such Influence and Power, that all those who profess to believe it may forsake all that is evil,
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(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and walk as Children of the Light, and as having their Conversation in in Heaven. We pray thee bless these Nations in which we live:
and walk as Children of the Light, and as having their Conversation in in Heaven. We pray thee bless these nations in which we live:
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(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
847
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8441
Give us Peace and Plenty of all good things, especially establish Truth, and promote all true Piety and Vertue, that we may duely honour and glorifie thee,
Give us Peace and Plenty of all good things, especially establish Truth, and promote all true Piety and Virtue, that we may duly honour and Glorify thee,
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(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
847
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and may be mutually comfortable to one another.
and may be mutually comfortable to one Another.
cc vmb vbi av-j j p-acp pi j-jn.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We pray thee bless abundantly our most gracious King, bless him in his Person, and in his Government, with long Health of Body, great Encrease of all Vertues, with great Success in his Affairs,
We pray thee bless abundantly our most gracious King, bless him in his Person, and in his Government, with long Health of Body, great Increase of all Virtues, with great Success in his Affairs,
pns12 vvb pno21 vvi av-j po12 av-ds j n1, vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1, p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, j n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 n2,
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and with much Honour and Obedience from his People. We pray thee bless, prosper and continue our Royal Family:
and with much Honour and obedience from his People. We pray thee bless, prosper and continue our Royal Family:
cc p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1. pns12 vvb pno21 vvb, vvb cc vvi po12 j n1:
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Let it always afford these Nations such a Person as will rule over us in thy Fear,
Let it always afford these nations such a Person as will Rule over us in thy fear,
vvb pn31 av vvi d n2 d dt n1 c-acp vmb vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp po21 n1,
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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as will love and practise thy true Religion establish'd among us, and study to preserve the People in Wealth, Peace, and Godliness.
as will love and practise thy true Religion established among us, and study to preserve the People in Wealth, Peace, and Godliness.
c-acp vmb vvi cc vvi po21 j n1 vvd p-acp pno12, cc vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8447
Bless all our Relations and Friends with all temporal and spiritual Mercies in this Life, and with the eternal Favours of Heaven in the next.
Bless all our Relations and Friends with all temporal and spiritual mercies in this Life, and with the Eternal Favours of Heaven in the next.
np1 d po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp d j cc j n2 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt ord.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8448
We give thee hearty Thanks O Lord, for all thy gracious Revelations to us, of thy self,
We give thee hearty Thanks Oh Lord, for all thy gracious Revelations to us, of thy self,
pns12 vvb pno21 j n2 uh n1, p-acp d po21 j n2 p-acp pno12, pp-f po21 n1,
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and of thy Will and Law, and of our true Happiness Let them by thy blessing make us wise to our Salvation by Faith in Jesus Christ.
and of thy Will and Law, and of our true Happiness Let them by thy blessing make us wise to our Salvation by Faith in jesus christ.
cc pp-f po21 n1 cc n1, cc pp-f po12 j n1 vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1 vvb pno12 j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We humbly commit our selves to thy gracious Protection this Night, and for all the Remainder of our Days, imploring thy merciful Regard to us for the sake of Jesus Christ thy Son our Mediator and Advocate,
We humbly commit our selves to thy gracious Protection this Night, and for all the Remainder of our Days, imploring thy merciful Regard to us for the sake of jesus christ thy Son our Mediator and Advocate,
pns12 av-j vvb po12 n2 p-acp po21 j n1 d n1, cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, vvg po21 j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 po21 n1 po12 n1 cc n1,
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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for whom we bless thee, and in whose Words we sum up and conclude our Requests, saying, Our Father, &c. FINIS.
for whom we bless thee, and in whose Words we sum up and conclude our Requests, saying, Our Father, etc. FINIS.
p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb pno21, cc p-acp rg-crq n2 pns12 vvb a-acp cc vvi po12 n2, vvg, po12 n1, av fw-la.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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The PRAYER. OH most glorious, bounteous and merciful God. Thou delightest in doing good, and waitest to be gracious.
The PRAYER. O most glorious, bounteous and merciful God. Thou delightest in doing good, and waitest to be gracious.
dt n1. uh av-ds j, j cc j np1. pns21 vv2 p-acp vdg j, cc vv2 pc-acp vbi j.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We cannot chuse but admire the Riches, the Condescensions, and the Patience of thy Goodness and Love towards the Children of Men.
We cannot choose but admire the Riches, the Condescensions, and the Patience of thy goodness and Love towards the Children of Men.
pns12 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvi dt n2, dt n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Thou loadest us with the Blessings of this Life, who commonly abuse them in the Service of divers Lusts,
Thou loadest us with the Blessings of this Life, who commonly abuse them in the Service of diverse Lustiest,
pns21 js pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq av-j vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2,
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and do affront and injure thee as far as we can.
and do affront and injure thee as Far as we can.
cc vdb vvi cc vvi pno21 p-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vmb.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8418
And especially are we moved to admire thee, and praise thy glorious Goodness when we consider the great and glorious Happiness, which thou hast design'd us for and made us capable of:
And especially Are we moved to admire thee, and praise thy glorious goodness when we Consider the great and glorious Happiness, which thou hast designed us for and made us capable of:
cc av-j vbr pns12 vvn pc-acp vvi pno21, cc vvb po21 j n1 c-crq pns12 vvb dt j cc j n1, r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno12 p-acp cc vvn pno12 j pp-f:
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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And which, though we have render'd our selves utterly unfit for and unworthy of it,
And which, though we have rendered our selves utterly unfit for and unworthy of it,
cc r-crq, cs pns12 vhb vvn po12 n2 av-j j p-acp cc j pp-f pn31,
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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yet thou kindly invitest us to seek it, thou art ready to help us obtain it.
yet thou kindly invitest us to seek it, thou art ready to help us obtain it.
av pns21 av-j vv2 pno12 pc-acp vvi pn31, pns21 vb2r j pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi pn31.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We who are unworthy to enjoy the Comfort of thy meanest Creatures dost thou invite to thy glorious and unconceivable Felicity of enjoying thy self:
We who Are unworthy to enjoy the Comfort of thy Meanest Creatures dost thou invite to thy glorious and unconceivable Felicity of enjoying thy self:
pns12 r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 js n2 vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp po21 j cc j n1 pp-f vvg po21 n1:
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Who art an infinite, eternal Good, in whom all Fulness dwells, who wilt enlarge and fill the Capacities of those that enjoy thee and abundantly satisfie them with the Joys and Pleasures of thy Presence for ever.
Who art an infinite, Eternal Good, in whom all Fullness dwells, who wilt enlarge and fill the Capacities of those that enjoy thee and abundantly satisfy them with the Joys and Pleasures of thy Presence for ever.
q-crq vb2r dt j, j j, p-acp ro-crq d n1 vvz, q-crq vm2 vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb pno21 cc av-j vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po21 n1 c-acp av.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8423
Lord what Rewards hast thou prepared for them that will love and serve thee!
Lord what Rewards hast thou prepared for them that will love and serve thee!
n1 q-crq n2 vh2 pns21 vvn p-acp pno32 cst vmb vvi cc vvi pno21!
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8424
How great is thy Goodness which will recompence the short, transitory Labours and Sufferings of this Life in thy Service with an Eternity of Rest and Peace and Happiness.
How great is thy goodness which will recompense the short, transitory Labours and Sufferings of this Life in thy Service with an Eternity of Rest and Peace and Happiness.
q-crq j vbz po21 n1 r-crq vmb vvi dt j, j n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 cc n1.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We are ashamed to think O Lord, that thy rich and bounteous Rewards have had so litle Influence upon us, that we have lived careless and forgetful of them.
We Are ashamed to think Oh Lord, that thy rich and bounteous Rewards have had so little Influence upon us, that we have lived careless and forgetful of them.
pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi uh n1, cst po21 j cc j n2 vhb vhn av j n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vhb vvn j cc j pp-f pno32.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8426
O pardon our Folly and make us wiser for the future.
O pardon our Folly and make us Wiser for the future.
sy vvb po12 n1 cc vvb pno12 jc p-acp dt j-jn.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8427
Let us be made deeply sensible that our true Happiness lies only in the Enjoyment of thee, that thou art our chief Good, thou alone canst make us perfectly and eternally happy.
Let us be made deeply sensible that our true Happiness lies only in the Enjoyment of thee, that thou art our chief Good, thou alone Canst make us perfectly and eternally happy.
vvb pno12 vbi vvn av-jn j cst po12 j n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno21, cst pns21 vb2r po12 j-jn j, pns21 av-j vm2 vvi pno12 av-j cc av-j j.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8428
Convince us effectually of the Emptiness and Vanity of this World, that it is cursed by reason of Sin,
Convince us effectually of the Emptiness and Vanity of this World, that it is cursed by reason of since,
vvi pno12 av-j pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1,
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and was never intended for our chiefest Happiness.
and was never intended for our chiefest Happiness.
cc vbds av-x vvn p-acp po12 js-jn n1.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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And let our Hearts and Affections be therefore raised from these low things, and set upon the things above.
And let our Hearts and Affections be Therefore raised from these low things, and Set upon the things above.
cc vvb po12 n2 cc n2 vbb av vvn p-acp d j n2, cc vvn p-acp dt n2 a-acp.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8431
Make us to love most, and desire above all things the glorious Happiness which thou hast promised to those that love and serve thee.
Make us to love most, and desire above all things the glorious Happiness which thou hast promised to those that love and serve thee.
n1 pno12 pc-acp vvi ds, cc vvb p-acp d n2 dt j n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp d cst n1 cc vvi pno21.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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And let thy great Mercy O God, teach us thy Statutes, lead us in the Way of thy Commandments, make us to love and chuse that which thou hast commanded, to be diligent and stedfast here in all the Practice of Piety and Vertue which thou requirest.
And let thy great Mercy Oh God, teach us thy Statutes, led us in the Way of thy commandments, make us to love and choose that which thou hast commanded, to be diligent and steadfast Here in all the Practice of Piety and Virtue which thou requirest.
cc vvb po21 j n1 uh np1, vvb pno12 po21 n2, vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn, pc-acp vbi j cc j av p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq pns21 vv2.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Pardon we beseech thee all our past Iniquity to our unfeigned Repentance of it;
Pardon we beseech thee all our past Iniquity to our unfeigned Repentance of it;
n1 pns12 vvb pno21 d po12 j n1 p-acp po12 j n1 pp-f pn31;
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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for we do earnestly repent and are heartily sorry for all our Misdoings, we hate our selves for our unreasonuble Enmity to thee,
for we do earnestly Repent and Are heartily sorry for all our Misdoings, we hate our selves for our unreasonuble Enmity to thee,
c-acp pns12 vdb av-j vvi cc vbr av-j j p-acp d po12 n2-vvg, pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp po12 j-jn n1 p-acp pno21,
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and are angry with our selves for displeasing thee.
and Are angry with our selves for displeasing thee.
cc vbr j p-acp po12 n2 p-acp vvg pno21.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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8436
O turn us from every evil way, and shew thy self reconciled to us, and grant us the comfortable Hopes of the future Blessedness now to encourage us in our Duty, that we may persevere in it to the End of our Lives.
O turn us from every evil Way, and show thy self reconciled to us, and grant us the comfortable Hope's of the future Blessedness now to encourage us in our Duty, that we may persevere in it to the End of our Lives.
sy vvb pno12 p-acp d j-jn n1, cc vvb po21 n1 vvn p-acp pno12, cc vvb pno12 dt j ng1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 av pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt vvb pp-f po12 n2.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Have mercy we beseech thee upon all Mankind. Let thy Way be known upon Earth, thy saving Health among all Nations.
Have mercy we beseech thee upon all Mankind. Let thy Way be known upon Earth, thy Saving Health among all nations.
vhb n1 pns12 vvb pno21 p-acp d n1. vvb po21 n1 vbi vvn p-acp n1, po21 j-vvg n1 p-acp d n2.
(109) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Leave us not we beseech Thee to our selves among the Allurements of this World,
Leave us not we beseech Thee to our selves among the Allurements of this World,
n1 pno12 xx pns12 vvi pno21 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1,
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Make us to behave our selves Piously, Righteously, and Soberly in the use of all that thou givest us.
Make us to behave our selves Piously, Righteously, and Soberly in the use of all that thou givest us.
vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av-j, av-j, cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst pns21 vv2 pno12.
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Give us the Grace we beseech Thee, so to use this World as not abusing it:
Give us the Grace we beseech Thee, so to use this World as not abusing it:
vvb pno12 dt n1 pns12 vvb pno21, av pc-acp vvi d n1 c-acp xx vvg pn31:
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and the Author of their Goodness.
and the Author of their goodness.
cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1.
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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914
Grant that all the good, and comfortable things we enjoy here may raise our Esteem and Love of Thee, who art the Giver of them,
Grant that all the good, and comfortable things we enjoy Here may raise our Esteem and Love of Thee, who art the Giver of them,
vvb cst d dt j, cc j n2 pns12 vvb av vmb vvi po12 n1 cc n1 pp-f pno21, q-crq vb2r dt n1 pp-f pno32,
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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that they might engage us to love Thee, the Fountain of good:
that they might engage us to love Thee, the Fountain of good:
cst pns32 vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi pno21, dt n1 pp-f j:
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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we must say O Lord, the Earth is full of thy Goodness; Oh that we had a due Sense of all thy Mercies;
we must say Oh Lord, the Earth is full of thy goodness; O that we had a due Sense of all thy mercies;
pns12 vmb vvi uh n1, dt n1 vbz j pp-f po21 n1; uh cst pns12 vhd dt j-jn n1 pp-f d po21 n2;
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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in the noble Endowments of our Nature, and in the large Provision thou hast made in the World for our Support and Comfort;
in the noble Endowments of our Nature, and in the large Provision thou hast made in the World for our Support and Comfort;
p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 vvb cc vvi;
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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910
To Mankind thou hast been exceeding Bountiful;
To Mankind thou hast been exceeding Bountiful;
p-acp n1 pns21 vh2 vbn vvg j;
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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909
Oh that Men would Praise the Lord for his Goodness, and for his wonderful Works to the Children of Men.
O that Men would Praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wondered Works to the Children of Men.
uh cst n2 vmd n1 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 j vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2.
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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908
THE PRAYER. MOst Blessed God! Thou art Good and doest good; and thou delightest in the Happiness of thy Creatures.
THE PRAYER. MOst Blessed God! Thou art Good and dost good; and thou delightest in the Happiness of thy Creatures.
dt n1. ds j-vvn np1 pns21 vb2r j cc vd2 av-j; cc pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2.
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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dispose them whom thou hast made Rich in this Worlds Goods, to do good with their abundance,
dispose them whom thou hast made Rich in this World's Goods, to do good with their abundance,
vvb pno32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn j p-acp d ng1 n2-j, pc-acp vdi j p-acp po32 n1,
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and to Communicate to the relief of such as are in Want.
and to Communicate to the relief of such as Are in Want.
cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vbr p-acp n1.
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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945
We pray Thee Bless our King with all personal Blessings, direct him in his Administrations, that he may please and honour Thee,
We pray Thee Bless our King with all personal Blessings, Direct him in his Administrations, that he may please and honour Thee,
pns12 vvb pno21 vvb po12 n1 p-acp d j n2, vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi pno21,
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and promote our Happiness and Welfare;
and promote our Happiness and Welfare;
cc vvi po12 n1 cc n1;
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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teach us all that are Subjects our Duty towards Thee, and towards him and one another;
teach us all that Are Subject's our Duty towards Thee, and towards him and one Another;
vvb pno12 d cst vbr n2-jn po12 n1 p-acp pno21, cc p-acp pno31 cc crd j-jn;
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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948
that Piety, Righteousness, Obedience, and Peace may abound among us.
that Piety, Righteousness, obedience, and Peace may abound among us.
cst n1, n1, n1, cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12.
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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949
Bless and Defend the Royal Family, Cloath all their Enemies with Shame, and in their Possession let the Crown of these Kingdoms ever flourish.
Bless and Defend the Royal Family, Cloth all their Enemies with Shame, and in their Possession let the Crown of these Kingdoms ever flourish.
np1 cc vvb dt j n1, n1 d po32 n2 p-acp n1, cc p-acp po32 n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f d n2 av vvi.
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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950
We recommend to thy Mercy all that are related to us, all our Friends and Benefactors,
We recommend to thy Mercy all that Are related to us, all our Friends and Benefactors,
pns12 vvb p-acp po21 n1 d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno12, d po12 n2 cc n2,
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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951
and even our Enemies, and them that hate us; do them all Good according to thy bounteous Goodness and their Necessities.
and even our Enemies, and them that hate us; do them all Good according to thy bounteous goodness and their Necessities.
cc av po12 n2, cc pno32 cst vvb pno12; vdb pno32 d j vvg p-acp po21 j n1 cc po32 n2.
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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952
We render Thee humble and hearty Thanks, for all the Mercies of our Lives, for those of this Day in particular, especially for the Pleasures of thy House,
We render Thee humble and hearty Thanks, for all the mercies of our Lives, for those of this Day in particular, especially for the Pleasures of thy House,
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(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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953
and the Benefit of thine Ordinances.
and the Benefit of thine Ordinances.
cc dt n1 pp-f po21 n2.
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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954
Be thou we pray Thee, our Protection this Night, and guide and assist us by thy Grace, through all the remainder of our Days.
Be thou we pray Thee, our Protection this Night, and guide and assist us by thy Grace, through all the remainder of our Days.
vbb pns21 pns12 vvb pno21, po12 n1 d n1, cc vvi cc vvb pno12 p-acp po21 n1, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po12 n2.
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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955
Make us fruitful in all good Works to thy Glory, and accept us in Jesus Christ the righteous:
Make us fruitful in all good Works to thy Glory, and accept us in jesus christ the righteous:
n1 pno12 j p-acp d j vvz p-acp po21 n1, cc vvb pno12 p-acp np1 np1 dt j:
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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956
In whose Name we present all our Prayers; and in whose own Words we sum up our Desires, saying, Our Father, &c.
In whose Name we present all our Prayers; and in whose own Words we sum up our Desires, saying, Our Father, etc.
p-acp rg-crq n1 pns12 vvb d po12 n2; cc p-acp rg-crq d n2 pns12 vvb a-acp po12 n2, vvg, po12 n1, av
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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941
Bless the Nations to which we belong, Crown our Year with thy Goodness, and let the Clouds drop Fatness upon us;
Bless the nations to which we belong, Crown our Year with thy goodness, and let the Clouds drop Fatness upon us;
np1 dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, vvb po12 n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc vvb dt n2 vvb n1 p-acp pno12;
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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940
and Schism, from whatever is displeasing to Thee, and contrary to its Prosperity and Peace.
and Schism, from whatever is displeasing to Thee, and contrary to its Prosperity and Peace.
cc n1, p-acp r-crq vbz vvg p-acp pno21, cc j-jn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1.
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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939
bring into the way of Truth all such as have err'd and are deceived, and purge thy Church from all false Doctrine, Heresie,
bring into the Way of Truth all such as have erred and Are deceived, and purge thy Church from all false Doctrine, Heresy,
vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 d d c-acp vhb vvn cc vbr vvn, cc vvb po21 n1 p-acp d j n1, n1,
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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938
Let thy Favour be exercised to thy Church in a plentiful Effusion of the Gifts and Graces of thy Holy Spirit;
Let thy Favour be exercised to thy Church in a plentiful Effusion of the Gifts and Graces of thy Holy Spirit;
vvb po21 n1 vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po21 j n1;
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and partake of thy abundant Goodness.
and partake of thy abundant goodness.
cc vvi pp-f po21 j n1.
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We pray unto Thee for all Mankind, that they may know, and love, and praise Thee,
We pray unto Thee for all Mankind, that they may know, and love, and praise Thee,
pns12 vvb p-acp pno21 p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi, cc n1, cc vvb pno21,
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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but keep thou us we beseech Thee, by the Power of thy Grace, through Faith unto Salvation.
but keep thou us we beseech Thee, by the Power of thy Grace, through Faith unto Salvation.
cc-acp vvb pns21 pno12 pns12 vvi pno21, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1.
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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934
Let us never be given up to any vile Affections, or worldly Lusts;
Let us never be given up to any vile Affections, or worldly Lustiest;
vvb pno12 av-x vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d j n2, cc j n2;
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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933
We beseech Thee for the sake of Jesus Christ, O Lord, to pardon all our past Folly and Sin, in the pursuit or Enjoyment of any thing in this World:
We beseech Thee for the sake of jesus christ, Oh Lord, to pardon all our past Folly and since, in the pursuit or Enjoyment of any thing in this World:
pns12 vvb pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, uh n1, pc-acp vvi d po12 j n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d n1:
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and influence us so to pursue, and use the good things of this World, as that we may not forfeit and lose those better things that are to come.
and influence us so to pursue, and use the good things of this World, as that we may not forfeit and loose those better things that Are to come.
cc n1 pno12 av pc-acp vvi, cc vvi dt j n2 pp-f d n1, c-acp cst pns12 vmb xx vvi cc vvi d jc n2 cst vbr pc-acp vvi.
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Let the Thoughts and Expectations of them wean our Hearts from things below, and make us set our Affections chiefly on things above;
Let the Thoughts and Expectations of them wean our Hearts from things below, and make us Set our Affections chiefly on things above;
vvb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pno32 vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2 a-acp, cc vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 av-jn p-acp n2 p-acp;
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and let the hope of these excite us to the greatest Labours, and encourage us to perform the most difficult Duties, that we shall be call'd to now:
and let the hope of these excite us to the greatest Labours, and encourage us to perform the most difficult Duties, that we shall be called to now:
cc vvb dt n1 pp-f d vvi pno12 p-acp dt js n2, cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j n2, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp av:
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Give us we pray Thee, a great Sense of those excellent Joys and Pleasures which are at thy right hand for evermore;
Give us we pray Thee, a great Sense of those excellent Joys and Pleasures which Are At thy right hand for evermore;
vvb pno12 pns12 vvi pno21, dt j n1 pp-f d j n2 cc n2 r-crq vbr p-acp po21 j-jn n1 p-acp av;
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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which will give us more joy and satisfaction than the greatest encrease of worldly Goods could do.
which will give us more joy and satisfaction than the greatest increase of worldly Goods could do.
r-crq vmb vvi pno12 dc n1 cc n1 cs dt js n1 pp-f j n2-j vmd vdi.
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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so as that the Light of thy Countenance may be lifted up upon us;
so as that the Light of thy Countenance may be lifted up upon us;
av c-acp cst dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp pno12;
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Grant that we may so Love and keep thy Commandments, as that we may constantly enjoy the Pleasure and Happiness of a Good Conscience;
Grant that we may so Love and keep thy commandments, as that we may constantly enjoy the Pleasure and Happiness of a Good Conscience;
n1 cst pns12 vmb av vvi cc vvi po21 n2, c-acp cst pns12 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1;
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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as well as in the Provision thou hast made for us, and teach us thy Statutes.
as well as in the Provision thou hast made for us, and teach us thy Statutes.
c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp pno12, cc vvb pno12 po21 n2.
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and give us the Grace to use the Provision thou affordest Soberly and Thankfully;
and give us the Grace to use the Provision thou affordest Soberly and Thankfully;
cc vvb pno12 dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pns21 vv2 av-j cc av-j;
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Make us to see the Goodness thou hast exercised in the Commandments thou hast given us,
Make us to see the goodness thou hast exercised in the commandments thou hast given us,
n1 pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp dt n2 pns21 vh2 vvn pno12,
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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that so we may keep thy Commandments, and be so steady and diligent herein, as to find that there is in it great Reward.
that so we may keep thy commandments, and be so steady and diligent herein, as to find that there is in it great Reward.
cst av pns12 vmb vvi po21 n2, cc vbb av j cc j av, c-acp pc-acp vvi cst pc-acp vbz p-acp pn31 j n1.
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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let that be sweeter to us than Honey from the Comb;
let that be Sweeten to us than Honey from the Comb;
vvb cst vbb jc p-acp pno12 cs n1 p-acp dt n1;
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921
Sanctifie we pray Thee our Nature, and make us to take delight in thy Law; let that be our pleasing Entertainment Day and Night;
Sanctify we pray Thee our Nature, and make us to take delight in thy Law; let that be our pleasing Entertainment Day and Night;
vvb pns12 vvb pno21 po12 n1, cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po21 n1; vvb cst vbb po12 vvg n1 n1 cc n1;
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and lest we hurt our selves with the things thou hast given for our Comfort and Support.
and lest we hurt our selves with the things thou hast given for our Comfort and Support.
cc cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po12 n1 cc vvb.
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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lest we be drawn to Sin against Thee, by what should engage us to Love and Obey;
lest we be drawn to since against Thee, by what should engage us to Love and Obey;
cs pns12 vbb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno21, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi pno12 p-acp n1 cc vvi;
(17) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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And teach us O Lord we beseech thee, not only to profess, but to practice it:
And teach us O Lord we beseech thee, not only to profess, but to practice it:
cc vvb pno12 sy n1 pns12 vvb pno21, xx av-j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn31:
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Let our Lives express and exercise the Wisdom which is from above, which is pure and peaceable,
Let our Lives express and exercise the Wisdom which is from above, which is pure and peaceable,
vvb po12 n2 vvi cc vvi dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp a-acp, r-crq vbz j cc j,
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and gentle, easie to be intreared, full of Mercy, and good Fruits; without Partiality, and without Hypocrisie.
and gentle, easy to be intreared, full of Mercy, and good Fruits; without Partiality, and without Hypocrisy.
cc j, j pc-acp vbi vvn, j pp-f n1, cc j n2; p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1.
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Bless those whom thou hast set over us in Church and State;
Bless those whom thou hast Set over us in Church and State;
np1 d ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp n1 cc n1;
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give them a great Zeal for thy Glory, Wisdom in the seeking it, and good Success in their endeavours to promote it;
give them a great Zeal for thy Glory, Wisdom in the seeking it, and good Success in their endeavours to promote it;
vvb pno32 dt j n1 p-acp po21 n1, n1 p-acp dt vvg pn31, cc j n1 p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi pn31;
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Prosper them with all Happiness in this World, and grant them to inherit thy everlasting Kingdom in the next.
Prosper them with all Happiness in this World, and grant them to inherit thy everlasting Kingdom in the next.
vvb pno32 p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1, cc vvb pno32 p-acp vvb po21 j n1 p-acp dt ord.
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1280
We beseech thee to preserve our Royal Family, and prosper them with all Happiness;
We beseech thee to preserve our Royal Family, and prosper them with all Happiness;
pns12 vvb pno21 pc-acp vvi po12 j n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp d n1;
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let their ways always please thee, and do thou make their Enemies to be at Peace with them.
let their ways always please thee, and do thou make their Enemies to be At Peace with them.
vvb po32 n2 av vvb pno21, cc vdb pns21 vvi po32 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno32.
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We heartily pray unto thee, for all that are nearly related to us;
We heartily pray unto thee, for all that Are nearly related to us;
pns12 av-j vvb p-acp pno21, c-acp d cst vbr av-j vvn p-acp pno12;
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1283
Oh Lord, have Mercy upon their Souls, lead them in the ways of Truth, of Peace and of Righteousness;
O Lord, have Mercy upon their Souls, led them in the ways of Truth, of Peace and of Righteousness;
uh n1, vhb n1 p-acp po32 n2, vvb pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1;
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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guide them by thy Counsel, furnish them with all things needful of this World, that they may cheerfully and eminently serve thee in the Work and Calling thou givest,
guide them by thy Counsel, furnish them with all things needful of this World, that they may cheerfully and eminently serve thee in the Work and Calling thou givest,
vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1, vvb pno32 p-acp d n2 j pp-f d n1, cst pns32 vmb av-j cc av-j vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1 cc vvg pns21 vv2,
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and be thou for ever their Portion, and exceeding great Reward: We give thee Thanks for this Day, for the means of Grace we have enjoy'd,
and be thou for ever their Portion, and exceeding great Reward: We give thee Thanks for this Day, for the means of Grace we have enjoyed,
cc vbb pns21 p-acp av po32 n1, cc av-vvg j n1: pns12 vvb pno21 n2 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 pns12 vhb vvn,
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and pray they may accomplish in us those good Effects for which thou hast appointed them.
and pray they may accomplish in us those good Effects for which thou hast appointed them.
cc vvb pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 d j n2 p-acp r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno32.
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1287
The Day is thine O Lord, and the Night also is thine, the Darkness and Light are both alike to thee.
The Day is thine O Lord, and the Night also is thine, the Darkness and Light Are both alike to thee.
dt n1 vbz png21 fw-la n1, cc dt n1 av vbz png21, dt n1 cc n1 vbr av-d av-j p-acp pno21.
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We commit our selves to thy Gracious Care this Night, and entreat thee that we may rest in Safety.
We commit our selves to thy Gracious Care this Night, and entreat thee that we may rest in Safety.
pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp po21 j n1 d n1, cc vvb pno21 cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1.
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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All we ask in the Name of Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord, with whose words we conclude our poor Addresses, saying, Our Father, &c.
All we ask in the Name of jesus christ thy Son our Lord, with whose words we conclude our poor Addresses, saying, Our Father, etc.
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THE PRAYER.
THE PRAYER.
dt n1.
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O Lord, the most merciful and Gracious God, infinite in Power, and abundant in Goodness and Truth;
Oh Lord, the most merciful and Gracious God, infinite in Power, and abundant in goodness and Truth;
uh n1, dt av-ds j cc j np1, j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp n1 cc n1;
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Thy Power O Lord has made, and does uphold all things; Thy Wise Providence disposes, and Thy Kingdom ruleth over all.
Thy Power Oh Lord has made, and does uphold all things; Thy Wise Providence disposes, and Thy Kingdom Ruleth over all.
po21 n1 uh n1 vhz vvn, cc vdz vvi d n2; po21 j n1 vvz, cc po21 n1 vvz p-acp d.
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1248
The Heavens are thine, and the Earth also is thine, the whole World and they that dwell therein.
The Heavens Are thine, and the Earth also is thine, the Whole World and they that dwell therein.
dt n2 vbr png21, cc dt n1 av vbz png21, dt j-jn n1 cc pns32 cst vvb av.
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And thou delightest in the Happiness and Welfare of thy Creatures; Thou givest Food to all living Creatures, thou feedest the young Ravens when they Cry,
And thou delightest in the Happiness and Welfare of thy Creatures; Thou givest Food to all living Creatures, thou Feedest the young Ravens when they Cry,
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(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and the wild Beasts seek their meat from God.
and the wild Beasts seek their meat from God.
cc dt j n2 vvb po32 n1 p-acp np1.
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Thou Crownest the Year with thy Goodness, and causest the Sun to shine, the Rain to fall,
Thou Crownest the Year with thy goodness, and causest the Sun to shine, the Rain to fallen,
pns21 vv2 dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc vv2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi, dt n1 pc-acp vvi,
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and the Earth to afford good things for the Sons of Men: Thou art good even to the Unthankful, and the Evil among them.
and the Earth to afford good things for the Sons of Men: Thou art good even to the Unthankful, and the Evil among them.
cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2: pns21 vb2r j av p-acp dt j-u, cc dt j-jn p-acp pno32.
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Oh! how rich is thy Bounty, how free thy Mercy, how patient thy Goodness;
Oh! how rich is thy Bounty, how free thy Mercy, how patient thy goodness;
uh q-crq j vbz po21 n1, c-crq j po21 n1, c-crq j po21 n1;
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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who providest for so many Creatures, who shewest Favour, and dost heap Kindnesses upon the Rebellious, the ungrateful and unworthy.
who providest for so many Creatures, who shewest Favour, and dost heap Kindnesses upon the Rebellious, the ungrateful and unworthy.
r-crq vv2 p-acp av d n2, r-crq vv2 n1, cc vd2 vvi n2 p-acp dt j, dt j cc j-u.
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Oh! how happy a thing is it to have an Interest in thy peculiar Favour, who art so able, so willing to do good!
Oh! how happy a thing is it to have an Interest in thy peculiar Favour, who art so able, so willing to do good!
uh q-crq j dt n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp po21 j n1, q-crq vb2r av j, av j pc-acp vdi j!
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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O Lord of Hosts, Blessed is the Man that trusteth in thee, and that walks in the way of thy Commandments.
Oh Lord of Hosts, Blessed is the Man that Trusteth in thee, and that walks in the Way of thy commandments.
uh n1 pp-f n2, vvn vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp pno21, cc d vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2.
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Happy is he that feareth thee, for they that fear the Lord shall be sure to want no manner of thing that is good;
Happy is he that fears thee, for they that Fear the Lord shall be sure to want no manner of thing that is good;
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(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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thou art especially good to the Soul that seeks thee, and wilt abundantly reward all thy faithful Servants:
thou art especially good to the Soul that seeks thee, and wilt abundantly reward all thy faithful Servants:
pns21 vb2r av-j j p-acp dt n1 cst vvz pno21, cc vm2 av-j vvi d po21 j n2:
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Lord help us we humbly beseech thee, firmly to believe these things: And learn us to trust in thee, rather than to lean on our own Understanding,
Lord help us we humbly beseech thee, firmly to believe these things: And Learn us to trust in thee, rather than to lean on our own Understanding,
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(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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or relie upon our own Industry and Endeavour:
or rely upon our own Industry and Endeavour:
cc vvi p-acp po12 d n1 cc n1:
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Make us duely thankful to thee for all our Portion in this World, and careful to use it to thy Glory.
Make us duly thankful to thee for all our Portion in this World, and careful to use it to thy Glory.
vvb pno12 av-jn j p-acp pno21 p-acp av-d po12 n1 p-acp d n1, cc j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po21 n1.
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Deliver us O Lord, from too great an Esteem of worldly Wealth, from setting our Hearts on so empty a Vanity, on so transitory and uncertain a Possession.
Deliver us O Lord, from too great an Esteem of worldly Wealth, from setting our Hearts on so empty a Vanity, on so transitory and uncertain a Possession.
vvb pno12 sy n1, p-acp av j dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp vvg po12 n2 p-acp av j dt n1, p-acp av j cc j dt n1.
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Let us not think that our Happiness lies in the abundance of our Possessions, but account thy Favour,
Let us not think that our Happiness lies in the abundance of our Possessions, but account thy Favour,
vvb pno12 xx vvi cst po12 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc-acp vvb po21 n1,
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and the light of thy Countenance more necessary to us, and more useful, and able to afford us more Joy and Satisfaction:
and the Light of thy Countenance more necessary to us, and more useful, and able to afford us more Joy and Satisfaction:
cc dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 av-dc j p-acp pno12, cc av-dc j, cc j pc-acp vvi pno12 dc n1 cc n1:
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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And make us seek that with our greatest Concern and Endeavour.
And make us seek that with our greatest Concern and Endeavour.
cc vvb pno12 vvi cst p-acp po12 js vvi cc vvi.
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Teach us the happy Duty of trusting in thee, in the way of well-doing, and let us be assured, that thou wilt never leave us nor forsake us, deal with us according to thy Mercy,
Teach us the happy Duty of trusting in thee, in the Way of welldoing, and let us be assured, that thou wilt never leave us nor forsake us, deal with us according to thy Mercy,
vvb pno12 dt j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pno21, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb pno12 vbi vvn, cst pns21 vm2 av-x vvb pno12 cc vvb pno12, vvb p-acp pno12 vvg p-acp po21 n1,
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and whatever our Condition is, let us be contented and in every thing give Thanks.
and whatever our Condition is, let us be contented and in every thing give Thanks.
cc r-crq po12 n1 vbz, vvb pno12 vbi vvn cc p-acp d n1 vvi n2.
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Give us Patience in all Adversity, and make us rich in good works when we are prosperous;
Give us Patience in all Adversity, and make us rich in good works when we Are prosperous;
vvb pno12 n1 p-acp d n1, cc vvb pno12 j p-acp j n2 c-crq pns12 vbr j;
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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ready to distribute and communicate of thy Gifts to us according to our Ability. We become humble Petitioners to thee for all Mankind:
ready to distribute and communicate of thy Gifts to us according to our Ability. We become humble Petitioners to thee for all Mankind:
j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pp-f po21 n2 p-acp pno12 vvg p-acp po12 n1. pns12 vvb j n2 p-acp pno21 p-acp d n1:
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Let those that sit in Darkness, see the Glorious and saving Light of thy Gospel;
Let those that fit in Darkness, see the Glorious and Saving Light of thy Gospel;
vvb d cst vvb p-acp n1, vvb dt j cc j-vvg n1 pp-f po21 n1;
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and let those that enjoy it live answerably, and walk as Children of the Light, putting away from them the evil Deeds of Darkness.
and let those that enjoy it live answerably, and walk as Children of the Light, putting away from them the evil deeds of Darkness.
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(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We implore thy Mercy and Favour in particular to the Nations to which we belong.
We implore thy Mercy and Favour in particular to the nations to which we belong.
pns12 vvb po21 n1 cc n1 p-acp j p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb.
(21) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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As thou hast Graciously afforded us thy true and pure Religion, and Established it amongst us, we pray thee to be our defence against all the Enemies of it.
As thou hast Graciously afforded us thy true and pure Religion, and Established it among us, we pray thee to be our defence against all the Enemies of it.
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for the Sake of Jesus Christ. Our Father, &c.
for the Sake of jesus christ. Our Father, etc.
p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. po12 n1, av
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1586
In Righteousness and Goodness, in Wisdom and Power hast Thou made the World, therefore are all Thy Works perfect, and they all praise Thee.
In Righteousness and goodness, in Wisdom and Power hast Thou made the World, Therefore Are all Thy Works perfect, and they all praise Thee.
p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc np1 vh2 pns21 vvn dt n1, av vbr d po21 vvz j, cc pns32 d vvi pno21.
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1585
THE PRAYER. MOst Great and Glorious God! Thou inhabitest Eternity; and art cloathed with Light as with a Garment.
THE PRAYER. MOst Great and Glorious God! Thou Inhabitest Eternity; and art clothed with Light as with a Garment.
dt n1. ds j cc j np1 pns21 vv2 n1; cc vb2r vvn p-acp j c-acp p-acp dt n1.
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1596
and grant us we beseech Thee, the Favour to obtain it. O Lord, forgive us our past Sins, and cleanse us from all Unrighteousness.
and grant us we beseech Thee, the Favour to obtain it. O Lord, forgive us our past Sins, and cleanse us from all Unrighteousness.
cc vvb pno12 pns12 vvi pno21, dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. sy n1, vvb pno12 po12 j n2, cc vvb pno12 p-acp d n1.
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1597
Make us always to walk humbly with Thee our God;
Make us always to walk humbly with Thee our God;
n1 pno12 av pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno21 po12 n1;
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1598
to reverence and honour Thee, to obey Thy Laws with all readiness, and contentedly to submit to Thy dispensations.
to Reverence and honour Thee, to obey Thy Laws with all readiness, and contentedly to submit to Thy dispensations.
p-acp n1 cc vvi pno21, pc-acp vvi po21 n2 p-acp d n1, cc av-vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n2.
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1599
Make us to ask all things of Thee, with the Modesty and Submission which becomes them who have deserved to receive no good thing.
Make us to ask all things of Thee, with the Modesty and Submission which becomes them who have deserved to receive no good thing.
n1 pno12 pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f pno21, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 r-crq vvz pno32 r-crq vhb vvn pc-acp vvi dx j n1.
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1600
Give us a mean Opinion of our selves, let us know that we have nothing but what we have receiv'd,
Give us a mean Opinion of our selves, let us know that we have nothing but what we have received,
vvb pno12 dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2, vvb pno12 vvi cst pns12 vhb pix cc-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vvn,
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1601
and that withal, that we are as nothing in respect of Thee. Teach us to give to all Men their due Honour.
and that withal, that we Are as nothing in respect of Thee. Teach us to give to all Men their due Honour.
cc cst av, cst pns12 vbr a-acp pix p-acp n1 pp-f pno21. vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 po32 j-jn n1.
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1587
Thou did'st make Man upright, an excellent and noble Being; but alas, we have deprav'd, debased, and corrupted our selves with our own Inventions;
Thou didst make Man upright, an excellent and noble Being; but alas, we have depraved, debased, and corrupted our selves with our own Inventions;
pns21 vdd2 vvi n1 av-j, dt j cc j vbg; cc-acp uh, pns12 vhb vvn, vvn, cc vvn po12 n2 p-acp po12 d n2;
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1588
we are become exceeding vile by our sins, more vile than the Beasts that perish.
we Are become exceeding vile by our Sins, more vile than the Beasts that perish.
pns12 vbr vvn vvg j p-acp po12 n2, av-dc j cs dt n2 cst vvb.
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1589
We have all that we have and are from Thy free Gift, and ought to have liv'd to Thy Glory;
We have all that we have and Are from Thy free Gift, and ought to have lived to Thy Glory;
pns12 vhb d cst pns12 vhb cc vbr p-acp po21 j n1, cc pi pc-acp vhi vvd p-acp po21 n1;
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1590
and to do thus had been our Honour;
and to do thus had been our Honour;
cc pc-acp vdi av vhd vbn po12 n1;
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1591
but we have liv'd to our selves, we have serv'd divers Lusts, and so have made our selves Slaves to abject Devils, to whom we have given up our selves to be led captive by them at their Will;
but we have lived to our selves, we have served diverse Lustiest, and so have made our selves Slaves to abject Devils, to whom we have given up our selves to be led captive by them At their Will;
cc-acp pns12 vhb vvd p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vhb vvn j n2, cc av vhb vvn po12 n2 n2 p-acp j n2, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb vvn a-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn j-jn p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1;
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1592
and thus we have to the basest and lowest Degree vilified our selves. O Lord, we lament the Dignity and Honour we are fallen from;
and thus we have to the Basest and lowest Degree vilified our selves. O Lord, we lament the Dignity and Honour we Are fallen from;
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(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
156
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1593
we abhor the Ingratitude and Rebellion of our sins against Thee; we abase, we humble our selves before Thee:
we abhor the Ingratitude and Rebellion of our Sins against Thee; we abase, we humble our selves before Thee:
pns12 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp pno21; pns12 vvb, pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp pno21:
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1594
Lord, have Mercy upon us miserable Sinners. Give us an unfeigned Repentance, and an humble Sense of our Vileness.
Lord, have Mercy upon us miserable Sinners. Give us an unfeigned Repentance, and an humble Sense of our Vileness.
n1, vhb n1 p-acp pno12 j n2. vvb pno12 dt j n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1.
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1595
Make us duly solicitous to recover the Dignity and Honour of our Nature, to recover Thy Image in Righteousness and true Holiness;
Make us duly solicitous to recover the Dignity and Honour of our Nature, to recover Thy Image in Righteousness and true Holiness;
n1 pno12 av-jn j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp n1 cc j n1;
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1602
Let us not envy our Neighbour his just Praise, nor endeavour to deprive him of it by Slander or Detraction.
Let us not envy our Neighbour his just Praise, nor endeavour to deprive him of it by Slander or Detraction.
vvb pno12 xx vvi po12 n1 po31 j n1, ccx n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1.
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1603
From Pride, Vain-glory and Hypocrisie, good Lord deliver us: from whatever is displeasing unto Thee, and would make us odious in Thy sight.
From Pride, Vainglory and Hypocrisy, good Lord deliver us: from whatever is displeasing unto Thee, and would make us odious in Thy sighed.
p-acp n1, n1 cc n1, j n1 vvb pno12: p-acp r-crq vbz vvg p-acp pno21, cc vmd vvi pno12 j p-acp po21 n1.
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1604
We presume not, O Lord, to ask these or any other good things of Thee, relying on any Worth or Merit of our own;
We presume not, Oh Lord, to ask these or any other good things of Thee, relying on any Worth or Merit of our own;
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(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1605
we are utterly asham'd to think, how imperfect and defil'd our best Works are;
we Are utterly ashamed to think, how imperfect and defiled our best Works Are;
pns12 vbr av-j j pc-acp vvi, c-crq j cc vvn po12 js vvz vbr;
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1606
and we have all our Trust and Confidence in the Merits and Mediation of Jesus Christ.
and we have all our Trust and Confidence in the Merits and Mediation of jesus christ.
cc pns12 vhb d po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1.
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1607
He alone is righteous, He only is worthy to find Favour with Thee. In his Name we implore Thy Mercy for our selves, and for all Mankind.
He alone is righteous, He only is worthy to find Favour with Thee. In his Name we implore Thy Mercy for our selves, and for all Mankind.
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(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1608
Pardon, O Lord, and cure the Wickedness of the World; compassionate, and mercifully remove the Miseries of it.
Pardon, Oh Lord, and cure the Wickedness of the World; compassionate, and mercifully remove the Misery's of it.
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(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1609
Let all the People obey and praise Thee, O God, and do Thou abundantly bless them with Temporal and Spiritual Blessings.
Let all the People obey and praise Thee, Oh God, and do Thou abundantly bless them with Temporal and Spiritual Blessings.
vvb d dt n1 vvb cc vvi pno21, uh np1, cc vdb pns21 av-j vvi pno32 p-acp j cc j n2.
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1610
Grant Thy Church to flourish in all true Piety and Vertue: Let them that name the Name of Christ depart from all Iniquity:
Grant Thy Church to flourish in all true Piety and Virtue: Let them that name the Name of christ depart from all Iniquity:
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(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1611
And have their Conversations, such as become the Gospel: Prosper those that seek the Peace of Thy Church, and let Thy Enemies be scatter'd;
And have their Conversations, such as become the Gospel: Prosper those that seek the Peace of Thy Church, and let Thy Enemies be scattered;
cc vhb po32 n2, d c-acp vvi dt n1: vvb d cst vvb dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cc vvb po21 n2 vbb vvn;
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1612
let them that hate Thee flee before Thee. Lord, be merciful to the Land of our Nativity;
let them that hate Thee flee before Thee. Lord, be merciful to the Land of our Nativity;
vvb pno32 cst vvb pno21 vvi p-acp pno21. n1, vbb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1;
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1613
root out from among us all Pride, Malice, Disobedience, and Schism, and whatsoever is contrary to true Godliness,
root out from among us all Pride, Malice, Disobedience, and Schism, and whatsoever is contrary to true Godliness,
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(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1614
and our common Peace and Welfare. Continue long to us the good, just, and wise Government Thou hast set over us;
and our Common Peace and Welfare. Continue long to us the good, just, and wise Government Thou hast Set over us;
cc po12 j n1 cc n1. vvb av-j p-acp pno12 dt j, j, cc j n1 pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp pno12;
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1615
bless the Designs and Undertakings of our Rulers for the promoting Thy Glory, and our Welfare with great Success.
bless the Designs and Undertakings of our Rulers for the promoting Thy Glory, and our Welfare with great Success.
vvb dt n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt j-vvg po21 n1, cc po12 n1 p-acp j n1.
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1616
And we pray for their personal Welfare and Prosperity, while they seek ours.
And we pray for their personal Welfare and Prosperity, while they seek ours.
cc pns12 vvb p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1, cs pns32 vvi png12.
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1617
Bless and continue the Royal Family, and grant that it may never want a fit Person to be the Center of our Union, the Bond of our Peace,
Bless and continue the Royal Family, and grant that it may never want a fit Person to be the Centre of our union, the Bound of our Peace,
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(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1618
and the Instrument of our Happiness. We recommend to Thy Mercies all our Relations;
and the Instrument of our Happiness. We recommend to Thy mercies all our Relations;
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(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1619
instruct those that are ignorant, reduce those that are wandering, into the right way of Truth, and Peace, and Righteousness;
instruct those that Are ignorant, reduce those that Are wandering, into the right Way of Truth, and Peace, and Righteousness;
vvb d cst vbr j, vvb d cst vbr vvg, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1;
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1620
supply we pray Thee those that want, and do for them all beyond what we can ask or think.
supply we pray Thee those that want, and do for them all beyond what we can ask or think.
vvb pns12 vvb pno21 d cst vvb, cc vdb p-acp pno32 d p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi.
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1621
We give Thee most humble and hearty Thanks for all Thy Favour and Kindness to us;
We give Thee most humble and hearty Thanks for all Thy Favour and Kindness to us;
pns12 vvb pno21 av-ds j cc j n2 p-acp d po21 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12;
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1622
particularly, for thy Care of our immortal Souls, for the Means of Salvation which we have this Day enjoy'd;
particularly, for thy Care of our immortal Souls, for the Means of Salvation which we have this Day enjoyed;
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(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1623
grant us we beseech Thee everlasting Benefit from them.
grant us we beseech Thee everlasting Benefit from them.
vvb pno12 pns12 vvi pno21 j n1 p-acp pno32.
(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1624
We commit our selves to Thy Care and Protection for this Night, and for the Remainder of our Lives, keep us, O Lord, by Thy Mighty Power through Faith unto Salvation,
We commit our selves to Thy Care and Protection for this Night, and for the Remainder of our Lives, keep us, Oh Lord, by Thy Mighty Power through Faith unto Salvation,
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(25) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1949
Grant that all may know and Love and obey Thee; and that all may be happy in thy Favour and Love.
Grant that all may know and Love and obey Thee; and that all may be happy in thy Favour and Love.
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1924
We adore, we reverence Thee as we ought to do; we fall down before Thee as unworthy to appear in thy Presence.
We adore, we Reverence Thee as we ought to do; we fallen down before Thee as unworthy to appear in thy Presence.
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1925
All Nations of the Earth are as nothing, and meer Vanity in Comparison to Thee. But O Lord, we have further reason to humble and abase our selves before Thee,
All nations of the Earth Are as nothing, and mere Vanity in Comparison to Thee. But Oh Lord, we have further reason to humble and abase our selves before Thee,
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1926
as we are become vile, filthy, and polluted Sinners. We are especially upon this account unworthy to approach Thee;
as we Are become vile, filthy, and polluted Sinners. We Are especially upon this account unworthy to approach Thee;
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1927
we must acknowledge our selves less than the least of all thy Mercies. O Lord, we will endeavour that our Humility may be equal to our Vileness;
we must acknowledge our selves less than the least of all thy mercies. O Lord, we will endeavour that our Humility may be equal to our Vileness;
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1928
we will judge and condemn our selves before Thee; for thou hast regard unto the lowly;
we will judge and condemn our selves before Thee; for thou hast regard unto the lowly;
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1929
and a broken and contrite Heart O God thou wilt not despise. O enter not into Judgment with us;
and a broken and contrite Heart Oh God thou wilt not despise. O enter not into Judgement with us;
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1930
deal not with us after our Sins, neither reward us according to our Iniquities:
deal not with us After our Sins, neither reward us according to our Iniquities:
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1931
If thou Lord mark against us what we do amiss who may abide it? our best Actions are polluted,
If thou Lord mark against us what we do amiss who may abide it? our best Actions Are polluted,
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1932
and even our Righteousness is as filthy Rags. We humbly fly to thy Mercy, and to the Merits and Sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
and even our Righteousness is as filthy Rags. We humbly fly to thy Mercy, and to the Merits and Sacrifice of jesus christ.
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1933
In him is all our hope, who died for our Sins and rose again for our Justication,
In him is all our hope, who died for our Sins and rose again for our Justification,
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1934
and ever lives to make Intercession for us.
and ever lives to make Intercession for us.
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1935
We do in his Name present our selves before Thee, and entreat Thee for his sake to Pardon all our Sins that are past;
We do in his Name present our selves before Thee, and entreat Thee for his sake to Pardon all our Sins that Are past;
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1936
to convert us from all Evil for the time to come. Deliver us from Pride, and Obstinacy in Sin; give us Meekness and Humility;
to convert us from all Evil for the time to come. Deliver us from Pride, and Obstinacy in since; give us Meekness and Humility;
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1937
make us to have always mean thoughts of our selves; let us not be wise in our own Eyes;
make us to have always mean thoughts of our selves; let us not be wise in our own Eyes;
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1938
plant in our Hearts a just Fear of Thee, which is the beginning of Wisdom.
plant in our Hearts a just fear of Thee, which is the beginning of Wisdom.
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1939
Let us always know O Lord, that we are not sufficient of our selves for so much as a good thought;
Let us always know Oh Lord, that we Are not sufficient of our selves for so much as a good Thought;
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1940
that we can do no good thing without Thee, that we are utter Darkness without thy Light communicated to us;
that we can do no good thing without Thee, that we Are utter Darkness without thy Light communicated to us;
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1941
Folly without thy Wisdom, and Weakness without thy Strength.
Folly without thy Wisdom, and Weakness without thy Strength.
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1942
Make us to acknowledge our selves Favour'd by Thee, in all the good that is in us,
Make us to acknowledge our selves Favoured by Thee, in all the good that is in us,
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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1943
and oblig'd by Thee, even for the good we do:
and obliged by Thee, even for the good we do:
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1944
As it is from Thee that we have the Power, the Will, and the Opportunity to do it.
As it is from Thee that we have the Power, the Will, and the Opportunity to do it.
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
192
Page 138
1945
Make us diligent in all good Works, and exercise and use the Gifts thou hast given us in ways agreeable to thy Will, and for thy Glory;
Make us diligent in all good Works, and exercise and use the Gifts thou hast given us in ways agreeable to thy Will, and for thy Glory;
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
192
Page 138
1946
that so we may encrease in all that is Excellent according to thy Promise, that to him that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance.
that so we may increase in all that is Excellent according to thy Promise, that to him that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance.
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
192
Page 138
1947
Assist us Mercifully in all our Duties, prosper all our good Undertakings, make us Vessels of Honour fit for thy use and service in the World, accept our poor Services,
Assist us Mercifully in all our Duties, prosper all our good Undertakings, make us Vessels of Honour fit for thy use and service in the World, accept our poor Services,
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
192
Page 138
1948
and let us finally by thy Mercy obtain everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. In his Name we make our further Addresses to Thee for all Mankind.
and let us finally by thy Mercy obtain everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. In his Name we make our further Addresses to Thee for all Mankind.
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
192
Page 138
1923
INfinite and Incomprehensible God! Thy Greatness is unsearchable, we can never find Thee out unto Perfection.
INfinite and Incomprehensible God! Thy Greatness is unsearchable, we can never find Thee out unto Perfection.
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
192
Page 137
1950
Let Love and Humility, and Righteousness abound among Men, and promote the Peace and Tranquility of the World.
Let Love and Humility, and Righteousness abound among Men, and promote the Peace and Tranquillity of the World.
vvb n1 cc n1, cc n1 vvb p-acp n2, cc vvd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1.
(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 138
1951
Lord look down in Mercy upon thy Church, sanctifie all its Afflictions, and let the Fruit of them be to take away Sins;
Lord look down in Mercy upon thy Church, sanctify all its Afflictions, and let the Fruit of them be to take away Sins;
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1952
and in thy due time redeem Israel O God out of all his troubles.
and in thy due time Redeem Israel Oh God out of all his Troubles.
cc p-acp po21 j-jn n1 vvi np1 uh np1 av pp-f d po31 n2.
(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1953
Let the Pastors feed the Flock with sound Doctrine diligently, and go before them in Innocence, and Holiness of Life.
Let the Pastors feed the Flock with found Doctrine diligently, and go before them in Innocence, and Holiness of Life.
vvb dt ng1 n1 dt vvb p-acp j n1 av-j, cc vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f n1.
(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1954
Let the People know such as are over them in the Lord, and admonish them, and esteem them very highly in Love for their Works sake.
Let the People know such as Are over them in the Lord, and admonish them, and esteem them very highly in Love for their Works sake.
vvb dt n1 vvb d c-acp vbr p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi pno32, cc vvb pno32 av av-j p-acp n1 p-acp po32 vvz n1.
(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1955
Bless we pray Thee the Nations to which we belong; let us know and chuse the things that belong to our Peace;
Bless we pray Thee the nations to which we belong; let us know and choose the things that belong to our Peace;
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1956
let our ways please Thee, and do thou make our Enemies to be at peace with us.
let our ways please Thee, and do thou make our Enemies to be At peace with us.
vvb po12 n2 vvb pno21, cc vdb pns21 vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno12.
(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1957
Bless our most Gracious King, with all spiritual and temporal Blessngs;
Bless our most Gracious King, with all spiritual and temporal Blessngs;
np1 po12 av-ds j n1, p-acp d j cc j np1;
(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1958
grant that he knowing whose Minister he is, may above all things seek thy Honour and Glory,
grant that he knowing whose Minister he is, may above all things seek thy Honour and Glory,
vvb cst pns31 vvg r-crq n1 pns31 vbz, vmb p-acp d n2 vvi po21 n1 cc n1,
(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1959
and do thou long continue and abundantly encrease His. Let our Royal Family be ever precious in thy sight,
and do thou long continue and abundantly increase His. Let our Royal Family be ever precious in thy sighed,
cc vdb pns21 av-j vvi cc av-j vvi np1 vvb po12 j n1 vbb av j p-acp po21 n1,
(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1960
and Glorious in the World, and happy in the Government of these Nations.
and Glorious in the World, and happy in the Government of these nations.
cc j p-acp dt n1, cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2.
(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1961
Teach us who are subject quietly to obey them in Thee and for Thee, according to thy Blessed word and Ordinance, that so we may enjoy the Benefits of Settlement and Peace.
Teach us who Are Subject quietly to obey them in Thee and for Thee, according to thy Blessed word and Ordinance, that so we may enjoy the Benefits of Settlement and Peace.
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1962
Let all that are related to us be dear to Thee; deal with them O Lord according to thy Mercy, and teach them thy Statutes.
Let all that Are related to us be dear to Thee; deal with them O Lord according to thy Mercy, and teach them thy Statutes.
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1963
Let all thy Dispensations towards them in this Life, fit them for a better hereafter.
Let all thy Dispensations towards them in this Life, fit them for a better hereafter.
vvb d po21 n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, vvb pno32 p-acp dt jc av.
(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1964
We give Thee thanks for thy Inestimable Love, in the Redemption of the World by our Lord Jesus Christ,
We give Thee thanks for thy Inestimable Love, in the Redemption of the World by our Lord jesus christ,
pns12 vvb pno21 n2 p-acp po21 j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po12 n1 np1 np1,
(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1965
and for the means of Grace, and the hopes of Glory which we have by him.
and for the means of Grace, and the hope's of Glory which we have by him.
cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp pno31.
(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1966
We pray that the means we have this day enjoy'd, may abundantly encrease thy Grace in us,
We pray that the means we have this day enjoyed, may abundantly increase thy Grace in us,
pns12 vvb cst dt n2 pns12 vhb d n1 vvd, vmb av-j vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno12,
(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1967
and our just and comfortable hopes of immortal Glory. We commit our selves to our Rest, and to thy Protection this Night:
and our just and comfortable hope's of immortal Glory. We commit our selves to our Rest, and to thy Protection this Night:
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(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1968
And sum up all our Requests in our Saviours words, saying, Our Father, &c.
And sum up all our Requests in our Saviors words, saying, Our Father, etc.
cc vvb a-acp d po12 n2 p-acp po12 ng1 n2, vvg, po12 n1, av
(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
193
Page 139
1922
THE PRAYER.
THE PRAYER.
dt n1.
(29) closing_prayer (DIV2)
191
Page 137
2264
Oh, put an end to the wandring of our Desires after many things, and do thou engage, do thou determine our Desires:
O, put an end to the wandering of our Desires After many things, and do thou engage, do thou determine our Desires:
uh, vvb dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp d n2, cc vdb pns21 vvi, vdb pns21 vvi po12 n2:
(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 161
2270
O Lord, do thou lift up upon us the Light of thy Countenance, which is able to afford us more Joy and Satisfaction,
O Lord, do thou lift up upon us the Light of thy Countenance, which is able to afford us more Joy and Satisfaction,
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 161
2261
Do not thou condemn us as we have deserv'd, to have all our Portion in this Life.
Do not thou condemn us as we have deserved, to have all our Portion in this Life.
vdb xx pns21 vvi pno12 c-acp pns12 vhb vvn, pc-acp vhi d po12 n1 p-acp d n1.
(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 161
2277
and let humble Piety, exact Righteousness, Charity and Temperance abound in it. We pray for thy Blessings upon the Land of our Nativity;
and let humble Piety, exact Righteousness, Charity and Temperance abound in it. We pray for thy Blessings upon the Land of our Nativity;
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
210
Page 161
2276
Purge out of thy Church all Covetousness, and inordinate Love of this World, which is inconsistent with the Love of thee;
Purge out of thy Church all Covetousness, and inordinate Love of this World, which is inconsistent with the Love of thee;
vvb av pp-f po21 n1 d n1, cc j n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno21;
(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
210
Page 161
2275
but at the things which are not seen; that they make Heaven and its Eternal Joys their chief Aim and Desire.
but At the things which Are not seen; that they make Heaven and its Eternal Joys their chief Aim and Desire.
cc-acp p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr xx vvn; cst pns32 vvb n1 cc po31 j n2 po32 j-jn n1 cc n1.
(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
210
Page 161
2266
Make us to set our Affections on things above, not on things on the Earth:
Make us to Set our Affections on things above, not on things on the Earth:
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 161
2274
Oh, let it be the Character of all Christians, that they look not at the things which are seen,
O, let it be the Character of all Christians, that they look not At the things which Are seen,
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
210
Page 161
2267
to live, like thy former Saints, as Pilgrims and Strangers on Earth, seeking a better Country, even an Heavenly.
to live, like thy former Saints, as Pilgrim's and Strangers on Earth, seeking a better Country, even an Heavenly.
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 161
2260
Oh Lord, we beseech thee, pardon our Sins; do not thou enter into Judgment with us:
O Lord, we beseech thee, pardon our Sins; doe not thou enter into Judgement with us:
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 160
2259
We judge, we condemn our selves for all the Evil which the Love of this World has drawn us into.
We judge, we condemn our selves for all the Evil which the Love of this World has drawn us into.
pns12 vvb, pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp d dt n-jn r-crq dt n1 pp-f d n1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp.
(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 160
2258
and with all our Strength, as we ought to have done.
and with all our Strength, as we ought to have done.
cc p-acp d po12 n1, c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vhi vdn.
(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 160
2257
for that we have not loved thee with all our Heart, with all our Soul, with all our Might,
for that we have not loved thee with all our Heart, with all our Soul, with all our Might,
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 160
2256
This Course, O Lord, is our Sin, and our Folly, and our Misery. We humble, we condemn our selves before thee for the Sin of it;
This Course, Oh Lord, is our since, and our Folly, and our Misery. We humble, we condemn our selves before thee for the since of it;
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 160
2255
and so forfeit and lose the Eternal and much better things of Heaven, that we may get or keep the things of Earth.
and so forfeit and loose the Eternal and much better things of Heaven, that we may get or keep the things of Earth.
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 160
2252
Our Souls are bowed down to this Earth, and we pursue the things of this World with such Application and Care,
Our Souls Are bowed down to this Earth, and we pursue the things of this World with such Application and Care,
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 160
2272
praying that they may all be acquainted with their true Happiness, and the way to attain it;
praying that they may all be acquainted with their true Happiness, and the Way to attain it;
vvg cst pns32 vmb d vbi vvn p-acp po32 j n1, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31;
(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
210
Page 161
2273
that they may know thee, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent, whom to know is Life Eternal.
that they may know thee, and jesus christ whom thou hast sent, whom to know is Life Eternal.
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
210
Page 161
2249
by our Sins we have utterly forfeited it. And, alas, like Wretches condemn'd to be depriv'd of it;
by our Sins we have utterly forfeited it. And, alas, like Wretches condemned to be deprived of it;
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 160
2250
we have lost all Sence wherein our true Happiness lies:
we have lost all Sense wherein our true Happiness lies:
pns12 vhb vvn d n1 c-crq po12 j n1 vvz:
(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 160
2251
We forsake thee the Fountain of Living Waters, and seek to broken Cisterns that can hold no Water.
We forsake thee the Fountain of Living Waters, and seek to broken Cisterns that can hold no Water.
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 160
2254
We prefer Earth before Heaven, Creatures before the Creatour; and suffer our selves to be drawn into Sin by the Allurements of this World,
We prefer Earth before Heaven, Creatures before the Creator; and suffer our selves to be drawn into since by the Allurements of this World,
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 160
2253
as if these were the best things, and our Happiness lay only in them; while we neglect thy Favour and Love, and all the Eternal Joys of Heaven:
as if these were the best things, and our Happiness lay only in them; while we neglect thy Favour and Love, and all the Eternal Joys of Heaven:
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
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2245
THE PRAYER. MOst Blessed God! Great and Glorious is thy Goodness towards the Children of Men:
THE PRAYER. MOst Blessed God! Great and Glorious is thy goodness towards the Children of Men:
dt n1. ds j-vvn np1 j cc j vbz po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2:
(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
208
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2246
Thou hast made us little lower than the Angels, capable of some Knowledge, and Enjoyment of thy self;
Thou hast made us little lower than the Angels, capable of Some Knowledge, and Enjoyment of thy self;
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
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2247
a Noble, and Excellent, and Eternal Happiness; we were in our Nature fitted and intended for by thee.
a Noble, and Excellent, and Eternal Happiness; we were in our Nature fitted and intended for by thee.
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 160
2263
Convince us that our Happiness is not here, that thou art our chief Good; that we can never find rest till our Souls are fixed on thee.
Convince us that our Happiness is not Here, that thou art our chief Good; that we can never find rest till our Souls Are fixed on thee.
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 161
2271
than all things that this World can afford. We recommend all Mankind to thy Mercy;
than all things that this World can afford. We recommend all Mankind to thy Mercy;
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 161
2248
But, Oh Lord, with shame we must own, that we have lost all Right to this Happiness;
But, O Lord, with shame we must own, that we have lost all Right to this Happiness;
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 160
2269
and then we pray that thy bounteous Goodness will be pleased to bestow upon us, of other things, what thou seest to be most needful and convenient for us.
and then we pray that thy bounteous goodness will be pleased to bestow upon us, of other things, what thou See to be most needful and convenient for us.
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
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2265
that we may be able to say, whom have we in Heaven but thee, and there is none on Earth that we can desire in comparison to thee.
that we may be able to say, whom have we in Heaven but thee, and there is none on Earth that we can desire in comparison to thee.
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(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 161
2262
Oh, let thy infinite Mercy be glorified in pardoning the Iniquity, and recovering us out of the Misery of our Propensity to this World.
O, let thy infinite Mercy be glorified in pardoning the Iniquity, and recovering us out of the Misery of our Propensity to this World.
uh, vvb po21 j n1 vbi vvn p-acp vvg dt n1, cc vvg pno12 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp d n1.
(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 161
2268
Make us to seek first the Kingdom of God, and the Righteousness thereof;
Make us to seek First the Kingdom of God, and the Righteousness thereof;
n1 pno12 pc-acp vvi ord dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 av;
(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
209
Page 161
2290
and summ up our Desires in his Words, saying, Our Father, &c.
and sum up our Desires in his Words, saying, Our Father, etc.
cc vvb a-acp po12 n2 p-acp po31 n2, vvg, po12 n1, av
(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
210
Page 162
2289
We put up all our Requests in the Name of Jesus Christ thy Son, our Lord,
We put up all our Requests in the Name of jesus christ thy Son, our Lord,
pns12 vvd a-acp d po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 po21 n1, po12 n1,
(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
210
Page 162
2288
Give us we pray thee a safe and comfortable Rest this Night, and let thy Goodness make the Out-goings of the Morning to be joyful.
Give us we pray thee a safe and comfortable Rest this Night, and let thy goodness make the Outgoings of the Morning to be joyful.
vvb pno12 pns12 vvi pno21 dt j cc j n1 d n1, cc vvb po21 n1 vvi dt j pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi j.
(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
210
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2287
that we may daily meditate on it, may obey its dictates, and obtain at fast thy glorious Promises.
that we may daily meditate on it, may obey its dictates, and obtain At fast thy glorious Promises.
cst pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pn31, vmb vvi po31 vvz, cc vvi p-acp vvi po21 j vvz.
(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
210
Page 162
2286
cause us to account thy Law, as more to be desired than Gold, and as sweeter than Honey from the Comb;
cause us to account thy Law, as more to be desired than Gold, and as Sweeten than Honey from the Comb;
vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi po21 n1, c-acp av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn cs n1, cc p-acp jc cs n1 p-acp dt n1;
(33) closing_prayer (DIV2)
210
Page 162
2285
We give thee Thanks for thy blessed Ordinances this Day enjoy'd;
We give thee Thanks for thy blessed Ordinances this Day enjoyed;
pns12 vvb pno21 n2 p-acp po21 j-vvn n2 d n1 vvd;
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Teach them either to want, or to abound, and in every State to be thankful and contented.
Teach them either to want, or to abound, and in every State to be thankful and contented.
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Let their Prosperity make them love thee, and be fruitful in good Works; their Adversity teach them Patience, and Contempt of this World:
Let their Prosperity make them love thee, and be fruitful in good Works; their Adversity teach them Patience, and Contempt of this World:
vvb po32 n1 vvi pno32 vvi pno21, cc vbi j p-acp j vvz; po32 n1 vvi pno32 n1, cc n1 pp-f d n1:
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Bless all that are related to us, and let all thy Dispensations towards them do them good, and promote their Everlasting Happiness.
Bless all that Are related to us, and let all thy Dispensations towards them do them good, and promote their Everlasting Happiness.
np1 d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno12, cc vvb d po21 n2 p-acp pno32 vdb pno32 j, cc vvi po32 j n1.
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Let the Light of thy Countenance ever abide upon the Royal Family, and bless them with all Temporal and Spiritual Blessings.
Let the Light of thy Countenance ever abide upon the Royal Family, and bless them with all Temporal and Spiritual Blessings.
vvb dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 av vvi p-acp dt j n1, cc vvb pno32 p-acp d j cc j n2.
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Bless our gracious King with great Encrease of all Divine and Spiritual Blessings; give him Prosperity in this Life, and a better Kingdom in the next.
Bless our gracious King with great Increase of all Divine and Spiritual Blessings; give him Prosperity in this Life, and a better Kingdom in the next.
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And purge out from amongst us those Wickednesses, which either disparage our Holy Religion, or disturb our Peace.
And purge out from among us those Wickednesses, which either disparage our Holy Religion, or disturb our Peace.
cc vvi av p-acp p-acp pno12 d n2, r-crq d vvb po12 j n1, cc vvi po12 n1.
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grant that we may be a peculiar People, zealous of all good Works; and bring forth Fruit answerable to the means of Grace afforded us:
grant that we may be a peculiar People, zealous of all good Works; and bring forth Fruit answerable to the means of Grace afforded us:
vvb cst pns12 vmb vbi dt j n1, j pp-f d j vvz; cc vvb av n1 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vvd pno12:
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and be turned from the Power of Satan unto God.
and be turned from the Power of Satan unto God.
cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1.
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THE PRAYER. MOst Blessed and Glorious God, who inhabitest Eternity; infinite and incomprehensible in Greatness and Goodness:
THE PRAYER. MOst Blessed and Glorious God, who Inhabitest Eternity; infinite and incomprehensible in Greatness and goodness:
dt n1. ds j cc j np1, q-crq vv2 n1; j cc j p-acp n1 cc n1:
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To Thee is all our Homage and Adoration due, to Thee we owe the performing whatever Service and Obedience it shall please Thee to require of us;
To Thee is all our Homage and Adoration due, to Thee we owe the performing whatever Service and obedience it shall please Thee to require of us;
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and it is but due, that we should Love Thee with all our Soul, with all our Mind, and with all our Strength:
and it is but due, that we should Love Thee with all our Soul, with all our Mind, and with all our Strength:
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But alas, we thy wretched sinful Creatures have neglected and affronted Thee; we have hated instead of loving Thee;
But alas, we thy wretched sinful Creatures have neglected and affronted Thee; we have hated instead of loving Thee;
cc-acp uh, pns12 po21 j j n2 vhb vvn cc vvn pno21; pns12 vhb vvn av pp-f vvg pno21;
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and despised instead of reverencing Thee; we have most unreasonably, and needlesly Rebell'd against thy rightful Sovereignty.
and despised instead of reverencing Thee; we have most unreasonably, and needlessly Rebelled against thy rightful Sovereignty.
cc vvd av pp-f vvg pno21; pns12 vhb av-ds av-j, cc av-j vvd p-acp po21 j n1.
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Oh! how vile and base have we made our selves; we are become O Lord some of the vilest of thy Creatures;
Oh! how vile and base have we made our selves; we Are become Oh Lord Some of the Vilest of thy Creatures;
uh q-crq j cc j vhb pns12 vvn po12 n2; pns12 vbr vvn uh n1 d pp-f dt js pp-f po21 n2;
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we are asham'd of, we utterly abhor our selves.
we Are ashamed of, we utterly abhor our selves.
pns12 vbr j pp-f, pns12 av-j vvb po12 n2.
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O Lord, we must acknowledge no Grief and Indignation can be too great for our exceeding Folly and Wickedness:
O Lord, we must acknowledge no Grief and Indignation can be too great for our exceeding Folly and Wickedness:
sy n1, pns12 vmb vvi dx n1 cc n1 vmb vbi av j c-acp po12 j-vvg n1 cc n1:
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No Punishment can be beyond our Deserts. O Lord, we heartily lament and mourn for that our Sins have forfeited thy Favour,
No Punishment can be beyond our Deserts. O Lord, we heartily lament and mourn for that our Sins have forfeited thy Favour,
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and exposed us to thy just eternal Vengeance:
and exposed us to thy just Eternal Vengeance:
cc vvn pno12 p-acp po21 j j n1:
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Thou mightest justly appoint us to have our Portion in the Lake that burns for ever among the Damned Spirits.
Thou Mightest justly appoint us to have our Portion in the Lake that burns for ever among the Damned Spirits.
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Blessed be thy Name that thou hast spared us, that thou givest us yet space to repent and save our selves from the wrath that is to come.
Blessed be thy Name that thou hast spared us, that thou givest us yet Molle to Repent and save our selves from the wrath that is to come.
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O Lord, this Encourages us to return unto Thee; this leads us to Repentance: Behold O Lord, we profess before Thee an eternal Hatred of every false way;
O Lord, this Encourages us to return unto Thee; this leads us to Repentance: Behold Oh Lord, we profess before Thee an Eternal Hatred of every false Way;
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we declare it is our desire, our purpose to forsake for the future all those Sins whereby we have formerly offended Thee.
we declare it is our desire, our purpose to forsake for the future all those Sins whereby we have formerly offended Thee.
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We beseech Thee let thy wonderful forbearance end in a Gracious Forgiveness.
We beseech Thee let thy wondered forbearance end in a Gracious Forgiveness.
pns12 vvb pno21 vvb po21 j n1 n1 p-acp dt j n1.
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We come to Thee with broken and Contrite Hearts, O Lord, revive as thou hast Promised the Spirit of the Humble,
We come to Thee with broken and Contrite Hearts, Oh Lord, revive as thou hast Promised the Spirit of the Humble,
pns12 vvb p-acp pno21 p-acp j-vvn cc j n2, uh n1, vvb c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j,
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and the Hearts that are Contrite; receive and Comfort us, who are griev'd and wearied with the Burden of our Sins;
and the Hearts that Are Contrite; receive and Comfort us, who Are grieved and wearied with the Burden of our Sins;
cc dt n2 cst vbr j; vvb cc vvi pno12, r-crq vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2;
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forgive us all that is past, and cleanse us from all unrighteousness;
forgive us all that is past, and cleanse us from all unrighteousness;
vvb pno12 d d vbz j, cc vvb pno12 p-acp d n1;
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grant that we may walk before Thee, in Holiness and Righteousness all the remainder of our days:
grant that we may walk before Thee, in Holiness and Righteousness all the remainder of our days:
vvb cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno21, p-acp n1 cc n1 d dt n1 pp-f po12 n2:
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Oh! give thy Holy Spirit to them that ask him;
Oh! give thy Holy Spirit to them that ask him;
uh vvb po21 j n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31;
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and let us be inabled by his Almighty Grace, to keep a Conscience void of Offence both towards God, and towards Men.
and let us be enabled by his Almighty Grace, to keep a Conscience void of Offence both towards God, and towards Men.
cc vvb pno12 vbi vvn p-acp po31 j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 j pp-f n1 av-d p-acp np1, cc p-acp n2.
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Let our ways please Thee, and be easie and comfortable to our selves. Lift up upon us we pray Thee, the light of thy Countenance;
Let our ways please Thee, and be easy and comfortable to our selves. Lift up upon us we pray Thee, the Light of thy Countenance;
vvb po12 n2 vvb pno21, cc vbi j cc j p-acp po12 n2. vvb a-acp p-acp pno12 pns12 vvi pno21, dt n1 pp-f po21 n1;
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grant us the Happy assurance of thy Reconcilement to us, that we may rejoyce in thy Favour,
grant us the Happy assurance of thy Reconcilement to us, that we may rejoice in thy Favour,
vvb pno12 dt j n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po21 n1,
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and be encourag'd to run the way of thy Commandments.
and be encouraged to run the Way of thy commandments.
cc vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2.
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Let a Sense of our Vileness by reason of Sin, Cure in us all Pride and Arrogancy of Mind or Behaviour;
Let a Sense of our Vileness by reason of since, Cure in us all Pride and Arrogance of Mind or Behaviour;
vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp pno12 d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1;
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make us to walk humbly with Thee our God, and meek and lowly in our Carriage towards Men.
make us to walk humbly with Thee our God, and meek and lowly in our Carriage towards Men.
vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno21 po12 n1, cc j cc j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n2.
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Make us very watchful over our selves for the time to come, and Industrious in using the means of Grace;
Make us very watchful over our selves for the time to come, and Industria in using the means of Grace;
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that so we may cleanse our selves from all Filthiness of Flesh and Spirit, and perfect Holiness in the Fear of God.
that so we may cleanse our selves from all Filthiness of Flesh and Spirit, and perfect Holiness in the fear of God.
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We implore thy Mercy upon all Mankind:
We implore thy Mercy upon all Mankind:
pns12 vvb po21 n1 p-acp d n1:
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That those who sit in Darkness, may see the marvellous and saving Light of thy Gospel,
That those who fit in Darkness, may see the marvellous and Saving Light of thy Gospel,
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We pray Thee purge thy Church from all Impiety and Prophaneness, from all false Doctrine, Heresie and Schism, from all Hatred and Malice, Envy and Contention.
We pray Thee purge thy Church from all Impiety and Profaneness, from all false Doctrine, Heresy and Schism, from all Hatred and Malice, Envy and Contention.
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Make it fruitful in all good Works, and be Thou we pray Thee, its defence against all its Enemies.
Make it fruitful in all good Works, and be Thou we pray Thee, its defence against all its Enemies.
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Bless that part of it abundantly, to which we belong; give us unfeigned Repentance for all our Sins, and thy Free and Gracious Pardon;
Bless that part of it abundantly, to which we belong; give us unfeigned Repentance for all our Sins, and thy Free and Gracious Pardon;
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and grant that we may all in our several Stations serve to thy Glory, and the common Happiness and Welfare.
and grant that we may all in our several Stations serve to thy Glory, and the Common Happiness and Welfare.
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Bless our Gracious King with long Life and Health, and a prosperous and happy Reign among us;
Bless our Gracious King with long Life and Health, and a prosperous and happy Reign among us;
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strengthen him, that he may vanquish and overcome all his Enemies. We recommend to thy Mercy all that are related to us:
strengthen him, that he may vanquish and overcome all his Enemies. We recommend to thy Mercy all that Are related to us:
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O Let not any of them be held in the Bonds of Iniquity; set them at Liberty to run the way of thy Commandments;
Oh Let not any of them be held in the Bonds of Iniquity; Set them At Liberty to run the Way of thy commandments;
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let their Circumstances in this Life be so order'd, as to promote their everlasting Happiness in the next.
let their circumstances in this Life be so ordered, as to promote their everlasting Happiness in the next.
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We give thanks for the means of Grace we have this day enjoy'd, and we pray that thy Blessing may make them effectual, to the bringing forth in us the Fruit of good Living.
We give thanks for the means of Grace we have this day enjoyed, and we pray that thy Blessing may make them effectual, to the bringing forth in us the Fruit of good Living.
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Be Thou we we pray Thee our Defender and Keeper this Night, grant us quiet and refreshing Rest,
Be Thou we we pray Thee our Defender and Keeper this Night, grant us quiet and refreshing Rest,
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and let us readily return the next day to our Duties, and perform them to thy Glory, through Jesus Christ.
and let us readily return the next day to our Duties, and perform them to thy Glory, through jesus christ.
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Our Father which art in Heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy Kingdom come, thy will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven, give us this day our daily Bread,
Our Father which art in Heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy Kingdom come, thy will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven, give us this day our daily Bred,
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and forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us, lead us not into Temptation,
and forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us, led us not into Temptation,
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but deliver us from Evil, for thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
but deliver us from Evil, for thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
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and forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us, lead us not into Temptation,
and forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us, led us not into Temptation,
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All our requests we present in the Name of Jesus Christ, and we summ up our Desires in his own words, saying, Our Father which art in Heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy Kingdom come, thy will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven, give us this day our daily Bread,
All our requests we present in the Name of jesus christ, and we sum up our Desires in his own words, saying, Our Father which art in Heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy Kingdom come, thy will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven, give us this day our daily Bred,
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and grant that all our remaining Days may be spent in thy Service, that we may at last come to the rest which remains for the Servants of God.
and grant that all our remaining Days may be spent in thy Service, that we may At last come to the rest which remains for the Servants of God.
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Thou art the Holy and Righteous God who lovest Righteousness, and hatest Iniquity;
Thou art the Holy and Righteous God who Lovest Righteousness, and Hatest Iniquity;
pns21 vb2r dt j cc j np1 q-crq vv2 n1, cc vv2 n1;
(41) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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to Thee, O Lord, are known all our Thoughts, and Words, and Actions, and all things are open and naked before Thee.
to Thee, Oh Lord, Are known all our Thoughts, and Words, and Actions, and all things Are open and naked before Thee.
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When we consider these things we are ashamed and confounded to think how frequently, how heinously we have sinn'd against Thee.
When we Consider these things we Are ashamed and confounded to think how frequently, how heinously we have sinned against Thee.
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O Lord, we must needs abhor our selves for our Unrighteousness, our Ingratitude, our Rebellions against Thee.
O Lord, we must needs abhor our selves for our Unrighteousness, our Ingratitude, our Rebellions against Thee.
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We cannot conceal our sins, and therefore we humbly confess them, and we will abase our selves before Thee.
We cannot conceal our Sins, and Therefore we humbly confess them, and we will abase our selves before Thee.
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We do acknowledge, O Lord, we are not worthy to breath in thy Air, to see the cheerful Light of thy Sun, to enjoy the Fruits of thy Earth;
We do acknowledge, Oh Lord, we Are not worthy to breath in thy Air, to see the cheerful Light of thy Sun, to enjoy the Fruits of thy Earth;
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we are unworthy to live, and have deserv'd an Eternal Death. We freely condemn our selves, but oh, do not Thou condemn us!
we Are unworthy to live, and have deserved an Eternal Death. We freely condemn our selves, but o, do not Thou condemn us!
pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi, cc vhb vvn dt j n1. pns12 av-j vvb po12 n2, cc-acp uh, vdb xx pns21 vvi pno12!
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We fly from the Tribunal of thy Justice to the Throne of thy Grace; and Thou hast told us that Thou art a God forgiving Iniquity, Transgression and Sin:
We fly from the Tribunal of thy justice to the Throne of thy Grace; and Thou hast told us that Thou art a God forgiving Iniquity, Transgression and since:
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We know also that we have an Advocate with the Father Jesus Christ the Righteous, and He is the Propitiation for our Sins.
We know also that we have an Advocate with the Father jesus christ the Righteous, and He is the Propitiation for our Sins.
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We rely upon the Sacrifice of his Death, the Abundance of his Merit, and the Power of his Intercession;
We rely upon the Sacrifice of his Death, the Abundance of his Merit, and the Power of his Intercession;
pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1;
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and in his Name, O Father of Mercies, we humbly crave the Pardon of all our Sins.
and in his Name, Oh Father of mercies, we humbly crave the Pardon of all our Sins.
cc p-acp po31 n1, uh n1 pp-f n2, pns12 av-j vvb dt n1 pp-f d po12 n2.
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We beseech Thee to deliver us from the Power of Sin; Oh let no Iniquity have Dominion over us.
We beseech Thee to deliver us from the Power of since; O let no Iniquity have Dominion over us.
pns12 vvb pno21 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; uh vvb dx n1 vhb n1 p-acp pno12.
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We are weary of the Tyranny of Sin, and desire to be admitted to the happy Freedom of thy Service.
We Are weary of the Tyranny of since, and desire to be admitted to the happy Freedom of thy Service.
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Pour upon us an Abundance of thy Grace, and make us fruitful in all good Works.
Pour upon us an Abundance of thy Grace, and make us fruitful in all good Works.
vvb p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cc vvb pno12 j p-acp d j vvz.
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Grant us to bring forth Fruits meet for Repentance. To live soberly, righteously and godly in this present World:
Grant us to bring forth Fruits meet for Repentance. To live soberly, righteously and godly in this present World:
n1 pno12 pc-acp vvi av n2 vvb p-acp n1. p-acp vvi av-j, av-j cc j p-acp d j n1:
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Teach us to deny our selves, and to live to thy Honour and Glory. Make us to take heed to our ways that we sin not against Thee;
Teach us to deny our selves, and to live to thy Honour and Glory. Make us to take heed to our ways that we sin not against Thee;
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to shun the Appearance of Evil, and carefully avoid all Temptations to wickedness.
to shun the Appearance of Evil, and carefully avoid all Temptations to wickedness.
pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n-jn, cc av-j vvi d n2 p-acp n1.
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Possess us we pray Thee with a deep Sense of thy wondrous obliging Love to Mankind;
Possess us we pray Thee with a deep Sense of thy wondrous obliging Love to Mankind;
vvb pno12 pns12 vvi pno21 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po21 j j-vvg n1 p-acp n1;
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of thy Goodness exercised in creating us, of thy inestimable Love in redeeming us;
of thy goodness exercised in creating us, of thy inestimable Love in redeeming us;
pp-f po21 n1 vvn p-acp vvg pno12, pp-f po21 j n1 p-acp vvg pno12;
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that a mighty Love to Thee may possess our Hearts, and constrain us to keep thy Commandments;
that a mighty Love to Thee may possess our Hearts, and constrain us to keep thy commandments;
cst dt j n1 p-acp pno21 vmb vvi po12 n2, cc vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi po21 n2;
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and give us a due Love to our Neighbour. Make us concern'd out of Love to Thee, and our Neighbour, to promote thy Glory,
and give us a due Love to our Neighbour. Make us concerned out of Love to Thee, and our Neighbour, to promote thy Glory,
cc vvb pno12 dt j-jn n1 p-acp po12 n1. n1 pno12 vvn av pp-f n1 p-acp pno21, cc po12 n1, pc-acp vvi po21 n1,
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and the Love and Fear of Thee in the World.
and the Love and fear of Thee in the World.
cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno21 p-acp dt n1.
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Grant that our Light may so shine before Men, that they seeing our good Works may glorifie Thee our Father which art in Heaven.
Grant that our Light may so shine before Men, that they seeing our good Works may Glorify Thee our Father which art in Heaven.
n1 cst po12 n1 vmb av vvi p-acp n2, cst pns32 vvg po12 j vvz vmb vvi pno21 po12 n1 r-crq n1 p-acp n1.
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THE PRAYER.
THE PRAYER.
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Look down in Mercy we pray Thee upon the wretched World which lies in wickedness:
Look down in Mercy we pray Thee upon the wretched World which lies in wickedness:
vvb a-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vvb pno21 p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1:
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And let thy Gospel run and be glorified in the Conversion and Salvation of many Souls.
And let thy Gospel run and be glorified in the Conversion and Salvation of many Souls.
cc vvb po21 n1 vvi cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2.
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Grant that all that name the Name of Christ may depart from Iniquity, and may live so as to adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things.
Grant that all that name the Name of christ may depart from Iniquity, and may live so as to adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things.
n1 cst d cst vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc vmb vvi av c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1 p-acp d n2.
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O Eternal and Ever Blessed God, Maker of Heaven and Earth, and the Great Judge and Governour of the World:
Oh Eternal and Ever Blessed God, Maker of Heaven and Earth, and the Great Judge and Governor of the World:
uh j cc av vvn np1, n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1:
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Let thy good Providence watch over us this Night, and give us comfortable and refreshing rest;
Let thy good Providence watch over us this Night, and give us comfortable and refreshing rest;
vvb po21 j n1 vvi p-acp pno12 d n1, cc vvb pno12 j cc j-vvg n1;
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Give thy Church we pray Thee Prosperity and Peace. Be favourable we humbly beseech Thee to the Land of our Nativity;
Give thy Church we pray Thee Prosperity and Peace. Be favourable we humbly beseech Thee to the Land of our Nativity;
np1 po21 n1 pns12 vvb pno21 n1 cc n1. vbb j pns12 av-j vvb pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1;
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Deal not with us, O Lord, after our Sins, neither reward us according to our Iniquities:
Deal not with us, Oh Lord, After our Sins, neither reward us according to our Iniquities:
vvb xx p-acp pno12, uh n1, p-acp po12 n2, av-dx vvi pno12 vvg p-acp po12 n2:
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Pardon us we beseech Thee, and cleanse and deliver us from all that is contrary to thy Glory,
Pardon us we beseech Thee, and cleanse and deliver us from all that is contrary to thy Glory,
vvb pno12 pns12 vvi pno21, cc vvi cc vvi pno12 p-acp d cst vbz j-jn p-acp po21 n1,
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and to our Peace and Welfare; advance and promote amongst us all true Piety and Vertue;
and to our Peace and Welfare; advance and promote among us all true Piety and Virtue;
cc p-acp po12 n1 cc n1; vvb cc vvi p-acp pno12 d j n1 cc n1;
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and be our Defence against all foreign Enemies. Bless our King with all Spiritual and Temporal Blessings;
and be our Defence against all foreign Enemies. Bless our King with all Spiritual and Temporal Blessings;
cc vbb po12 n1 p-acp d j n2. np1 po12 n1 p-acp d j cc j n2;
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make him the glorious Instrument of our Reformation, Peace, and Happiness; and make us ready to yield to him all due Honour and Obedience.
make him the glorious Instrument of our Reformation, Peace, and Happiness; and make us ready to yield to him all due Honour and obedience.
vvb pno31 dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, n1, cc n1; cc vvb pno12 j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 d j-jn n1 cc n1.
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Be favourable to the Royal Family, preserve and defend it, and bless it we pray Thee with an abundant Effusion of Divine Graces,
Be favourable to the Royal Family, preserve and defend it, and bless it we pray Thee with an abundant Effusion of Divine Graces,
vbb j p-acp dt j n1, vvb cc vvi pn31, cc vvb pn31 pns12 vvi pno21 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n2,
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and prosper it with all Happiness. Bless we pray Thee our Relations according to their several Necessities;
and prosper it with all Happiness. Bless we pray Thee our Relations according to their several Necessities;
cc vvb pn31 p-acp d n1. np1 pns12 vvb pno21 po12 n2 vvg p-acp po32 j n2;
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do good to all our Benefactours and Friends, forgive our Enemies, Persecutours and Slanderers, and turn their Hearts.
do good to all our Benefactors and Friends, forgive our Enemies, Persecutors and Slanderers, and turn their Hearts.
uh j p-acp d po12 n2 cc n2, vvb po12 n2, n2 cc n2, cc vvi po32 n2.
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We give Thee thanks for all the Mercies of our Lives, particularly for those of this Day, especially for the means of Grace, and the hope of Glory.
We give Thee thanks for all the mercies of our Lives, particularly for those of this Day, especially for the means of Grace, and the hope of Glory.
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but deliver us from Evil, for thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
but deliver us from Evil, for thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
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Give us we pray Thee an unfeigned Repentance of all Sins;
Give us we pray Thee an unfeigned Repentance of all Sins;
vvb pno12 pns12 vvi pno21 dt j n1 pp-f d n2;
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and Grant that the Evils and Vexations of this Life may encrease our Displeasure against them:
and Grant that the Evils and Vexations of this Life may increase our Displeasure against them:
cc vvb d dt n2-jn cc n2 pp-f d n1 vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno32:
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Make the Diseases of our Bodies work to the Health of our Souls;
Make the Diseases of our Bodies work to the Health of our Souls;
vvb dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2;
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the Miseries of this Life set us earnestly on work, to secure our everlasting Happiness in the next.
the Misery's of this Life Set us earnestly on work, to secure our everlasting Happiness in the next.
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It is thy wonderful Goodness and Favour to us, O Lord in Jesus Christ, that we may have Hopes to be everlastingly Happy;
It is thy wondered goodness and Favour to us, Oh Lord in jesus christ, that we may have Hope's to be everlastingly Happy;
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encrease our Faith in him, kindle in us an ardent Love to him: And make us devote our selves to Live to his Glory and Service.
increase our Faith in him, kindle in us an Ardent Love to him: And make us devote our selves to Live to his Glory and Service.
vvb po12 n1 p-acp pno31, vvb p-acp pno12 dt j n1 p-acp pno31: cc vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc n1.
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And since we are born to Trouble teach us patiently and contentedly to bear his Cross,
And since we Are born to Trouble teach us patiently and contentedly to bear his Cross,
cc c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 vvb pno12 av-j cc av-vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1,
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and Suffering for Righteousness sake if we are call'd to it.
and Suffering for Righteousness sake if we Are called to it.
cc vvg p-acp n1 n1 cs pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pn31.
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Lord of thine infinite Mercy, proportion all our Sufferings and Exercises to our Strength, and lay no more upon us than thou wilt inable us to bear.
Lord of thine infinite Mercy, proportion all our Sufferings and Exercises to our Strength, and lay no more upon us than thou wilt inable us to bear.
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Help us to keep in all Circumstances, a Conscience void of Offence, both towards God, and towards Men;
Help us to keep in all circumstances, a Conscience void of Offence, both towards God, and towards Men;
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that so we may be supported under all with a Sense of thy Favour, and with the hopes of Rest and Happiness hereafter.
that so we may be supported under all with a Sense of thy Favour, and with the hope's of Rest and Happiness hereafter.
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We humbly implore thy Mercy for all Mankind;
We humbly implore thy Mercy for all Mankind;
pns12 av-j vvb po21 n1 p-acp d n1;
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let them from thy Judgments learn Righteousness, and do thou bless the miserable World with abundance of Health, Peace, and Plenty.
let them from thy Judgments Learn Righteousness, and do thou bless the miserable World with abundance of Health, Peace, and Plenty.
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Prosper we pray Thee thy Church, redeem Israel O God out of all its Troubles.
Prosper we pray Thee thy Church, Redeem Israel Oh God out of all its Troubles.
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Pardon the Sins of thy People, and purge out from among them whatsoever is displeasing to Thee.
Pardon the Sins of thy People, and purge out from among them whatsoever is displeasing to Thee.
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Make thy Church fruitful in all good Works to thy Glory. We pray Thee bless the Land of our Nativity; turn us from all Iniquities; let Piety towards Thee;
Make thy Church fruitful in all good Works to thy Glory. We pray Thee bless the Land of our Nativity; turn us from all Iniquities; let Piety towards Thee;
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Reverence and Obedience towards our Governours; Justice and Charity towards one another abound among us;
reverence and obedience towards our Governors; justice and Charity towards one Another abound among us;
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and produce a great Tranquility and Peace at home, and be Thou we pray Thee our Defence against all foreign Enemies.
and produce a great Tranquillity and Peace At home, and be Thou we pray Thee our Defence against all foreign Enemies.
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We pray for thy Favour, and the Light of thy Countenance upon our Gracious King;
We pray for thy Favour, and the Light of thy Countenance upon our Gracious King;
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give him a long and a prosperous Reign among us, abundantly do him good, and make him an Instrument of ours;
give him a long and a prosperous Reign among us, abundantly do him good, and make him an Instrument of ours;
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continue we pray Thee and encrease the Royal Family, that it may always make these Nations Happy, in a Person qualified to rule over us to thy Glory and our Happiness.
continue we pray Thee and increase the Royal Family, that it may always make these nations Happy, in a Person qualified to Rule over us to thy Glory and our Happiness.
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We recommend to thy Mercies, all our Friends and Relations; give them of this World what Thou seest most expedient for them;
We recommend to thy mercies, all our Friends and Relations; give them of this World what Thou See most expedient for them;
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if thou pleasest to afflict them, let it always be in measure, and never do thou take thy Loving Kindness away from them.
if thou pleasest to afflict them, let it always be in measure, and never do thou take thy Loving Kindness away from them.
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We heartily thank Thee O Lord for all the Mercies of our Lives, especially for those which are Spiritual,
We heartily thank Thee Oh Lord for all the mercies of our Lives, especially for those which Are Spiritual,
pns12 av-j vvb pno21 uh n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, av-j p-acp d r-crq vbr j,
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and tend to advance us to a better Life;
and tend to advance us to a better Life;
cc vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt jc n1;
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Grant we beseech Thee, that the means of Grace we have this day enjoy'd, may by thy Blessing promote our everlasting Happiness.
Grant we beseech Thee, that the means of Grace we have this day enjoyed, may by thy Blessing promote our everlasting Happiness.
vvb pns12 vvb pno21, cst dt n2 pp-f n1 pns12 vhb d n1 vvd, vmb p-acp po21 n1 vvi po12 j n1.
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We devote the remainder of our Lives to thy Service, we commit our selves this Night to thy Gracious Protection;
We devote the remainder of our Lives to thy Service, we commit our selves this Night to thy Gracious Protection;
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and do all in the Name of Jesus Christ.
and do all in the Name of jesus christ.
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Our Father which art in Heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy Kingdom come, thy Will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven, give us this Day our daily Bread,
Our Father which art in Heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy Kingdom come, thy Will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven, give us this Day our daily Bred,
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and forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us, and lead us not into Temptation,
and forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us, and led us not into Temptation,
cc vvb pno12 po12 n2, c-acp pns12 vvb pno32 d n1 p-acp pno12, cc vvb pno12 xx p-acp n1,
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but deliver us from Evil, for thine is the Kingdom, the Power and Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
but deliver us from Evil, for thine is the Kingdom, the Power and Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
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As we have experienced thy Patience and Forbearance in afflicting us less than we deserve, let us experience thy Forgiveness too.
As we have experienced thy Patience and Forbearance in afflicting us less than we deserve, let us experience thy Forgiveness too.
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for to Thee belong Mercies, and Forgivenesses tho' we have rebelled against thee:
for to Thee belong mercies, and Forgivenesses though we have rebelled against thee:
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Oh Father of Mercies, and God of all Consolation, we fly to Thee for all our Help and Comfort, against all the Evils we are exposed to;
O Father of mercies, and God of all Consolation, we fly to Thee for all our Help and Comfort, against all the Evils we Are exposed to;
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It is of the Lord's mercy, that we are not utterly consumed.
It is of the Lord's mercy, that we Are not utterly consumed.
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And we must always acknowledge, that whatever we suffer while it falls short of the Despair and Torments of Hell, it is far less than we have deserved:
And we must always acknowledge, that whatever we suffer while it falls short of the Despair and Torments of Hell, it is Far less than we have deserved:
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We foolish Creatures must acknowledge that we pull all our Misery upon our selves. There is nothing Thou dost inflict but we deserve it.
We foolish Creatures must acknowledge that we pull all our Misery upon our selves. There is nothing Thou dost inflict but we deserve it.
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yet is it true, that Thou delightest not to afflict nor grieve the Children of Men.
yet is it true, that Thou delightest not to afflict nor grieve the Children of Men.
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We are born to Trouble as the Sparks fly upwards;
We Are born to Trouble as the Sparks fly upward;
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This we must ascribe to Thee, tho' we find our selves encompast with so many Sorrows and Mischiefs.
This we must ascribe to Thee, though we find our selves encompassed with so many Sorrows and Mischiefs.
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Thou Lord art good, and doest good.
Thou Lord art good, and dost good.
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But it has not pleased Thee to remain Happy alone; Thy Goodness has made the World, and communicated Being, and Happiness to many other Creatures;
But it has not pleased Thee to remain Happy alone; Thy goodness has made the World, and communicated Being, and Happiness to many other Creatures;
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a never-failing Sufficiency to thy self without dependance on any other, and in the Enjoyment of thy self, art Thou God Blessed for evermore.
a never-failing Sufficiency to thy self without dependence on any other, and in the Enjoyment of thy self, art Thou God Blessed for evermore.
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THE PRAYER. ETernal and Infinite God! In Thee is all Excellency and Perfection;
THE PRAYER. Eternal and Infinite God! In Thee is all Excellency and Perfection;
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Be Thou, we pray, our Protection this Night;
Be Thou, we pray, our Protection this Night;
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Lord make us duely thankful for so great Favours, and abundantly fruitful under these Dews of Heaven.
Lord make us duly thankful for so great Favours, and abundantly fruitful under these Dews of Heaven.
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Bless to our spiritual and everlasting advantage the means of Grace which we have this day by thy great Favour enjoy'd.
Bless to our spiritual and everlasting advantage the means of Grace which we have this day by thy great Favour enjoyed.
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and make them wise to the Salvation of their Souls.
and make them wise to the Salvation of their Souls.
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Let all that are related to us know in this their day the things that belong to their Peace;
Let all that Are related to us know in this their day the things that belong to their Peace;
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Bless and maintain the Royal Family, and let it flourish in all Happiness as long as the Sun and Moon shall endure.
Bless and maintain the Royal Family, and let it flourish in all Happiness as long as the Sun and Moon shall endure.
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Thou hast spared us whom Thou mightest most justly long ago have destroy'd.
Thou hast spared us whom Thou Mightest most justly long ago have destroyed.
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Direct and prosper his Undertakings to the promoting thy Glory, his own Honour and our Welfare.
Direct and prosper his Undertakings to the promoting thy Glory, his own Honour and our Welfare.
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satisfie him with thy Loving Kindness:
satisfy him with thy Loving Kindness:
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We pray Thee bless abundantly thy chosen Servant King William; endue him plenteously with all Divine Graces;
We pray Thee bless abundantly thy chosen Servant King William; endue him plenteously with all Divine Graces;
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but be Thou, the Almighty God, always our Safety and our Honour.
but be Thou, the Almighty God, always our Safety and our Honour.
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Lord purge out from amongst us whatever is displeasing to Thee, and let not our sins separate between Thee and us;
Lord purge out from among us whatever is displeasing to Thee, and let not our Sins separate between Thee and us;
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Let thy Mercy and Goodness watch over these Nations for Good;
Let thy Mercy and goodness watch over these nations for Good;
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That those who name the Name of Christ may depart from iniquity, and live so as to adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things.
That those who name the Name of christ may depart from iniquity, and live so as to adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things.
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and all may know, love, fear, and praise Thee, and be happy. Bless thy Church with an abundant Effusion of thy Spirit upon it:
and all may know, love, Fear, and praise Thee, and be happy. Bless thy Church with an abundant Effusion of thy Spirit upon it:
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We heartily implore thy Mercy for all Mankind, that all may be led into the ways of Truth, Peace and Righteousness,
We heartily implore thy Mercy for all Mankind, that all may be led into the ways of Truth, Peace and Righteousness,
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and so happy Vows and Resolutions.
and so happy Vows and Resolutions.
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Oh let thy mighty Grace prevent and follow us continually, that we may be able to keep and perform so just and reasonable,
O let thy mighty Grace prevent and follow us continually, that we may be able to keep and perform so just and reasonable,
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We have sworn O Lord, we have stedfastly purposed, and do earnestly desire to keep thy Commands.
We have sworn Oh Lord, we have steadfastly purposed, and do earnestly desire to keep thy Commands.
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Teach Thou us the way of thy Statutes and we shall keep it unto the end.
Teach Thou us the Way of thy Statutes and we shall keep it unto the end.
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Oh hold up our goings in thy Paths that our Footsteps slip not.
O hold up our goings in thy Paths that our Footsteps slip not.
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That we may mortifie every corrupt Affection, and live Godly, Righteous, and Sober in this present World.
That we may mortify every corrupt Affection, and live Godly, Righteous, and Sobrium in this present World.
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Oh Lord forgive all our past Transgressions, and so bless and succeed our Endeavour and Care for the time to come, that we may cease to do evil, and learn to do well:
O Lord forgive all our past Transgressions, and so bless and succeed our Endeavour and Care for the time to come, that we may cease to do evil, and Learn to do well:
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Make us diligent and industrious in the work Thou givest us to do that we may not be at leisure to entertain the Temptations of our Adversary.
Make us diligent and Industria in the work Thou givest us to do that we may not be At leisure to entertain the Temptations of our Adversary.
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(45) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Make us careful to avoid all the Temptations to it that we can, and Grant us we humbly beseech Thee the Support and Assistance of thy Grace against those which thy Providence and our Duty exposes us to.
Make us careful to avoid all the Temptations to it that we can, and Grant us we humbly beseech Thee the Support and Assistance of thy Grace against those which thy Providence and our Duty exposes us to.
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and very loath to displease Thee, loth to defile and disparage our selves with that which is so base and vile as all sin is.
and very loath to displease Thee, loath to defile and disparage our selves with that which is so base and vile as all since is.
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Make us O Lord to take heed to our ways, to be always watchful over our selves,
Make us O Lord to take heed to our ways, to be always watchful over our selves,
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And let a constant Sense of thy observing us encourage the performance of all our Duty, however difficult or dangerous it may be.
And let a constant Sense of thy observing us encourage the performance of all our Duty, however difficult or dangerous it may be.
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and may be thereby withheld from doing Evil:
and may be thereby withheld from doing Evil:
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Make us hereafter to set Thee before our Eyes, that we may stand in awe of thy Majesty and Greatness, of thy Purity and Holiness,
Make us hereafter to Set Thee before our Eyes, that we may stand in awe of thy Majesty and Greatness, of thy Purity and Holiness,
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O Lord make us to work out our Salvation with fear and trembling, and do Thou work in us to Will and to do according to thy Good Pleasure.
O Lord make us to work out our Salvation with Fear and trembling, and do Thou work in us to Will and to do according to thy Good Pleasure.
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and assist and succeed that our Care.
and assist and succeed that our Care.
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Lord let thy mercy Pardon our Sin and Folly, and thy good Spirit awaken and excite us to a due Care of our selves for the future,
Lord let thy mercy Pardon our since and Folly, and thy good Spirit awaken and excite us to a due Care of our selves for the future,
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(45) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Oh we have been busied and taken up with many things, and have neglected the one thing necessary.
O we have been busied and taken up with many things, and have neglected the one thing necessary.
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When we consider thy great and our own little Concern for our everlasting Happiness.
When we Consider thy great and our own little Concern for our everlasting Happiness.
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Oh Lord we are asham'd and confounded when we consider thy abundant Mercy to us and our negligent and ungrateful Behaviour towards Thee!
O Lord we Are ashamed and confounded when we Consider thy abundant Mercy to us and our negligent and ungrateful Behaviour towards Thee!
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(45) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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offerest us thy forfeited Love, and dost frequently and earnestly admonish us to work out our Salvation and direct us how to do it.
offerest us thy forfeited Love, and dost frequently and earnestly admonish us to work out our Salvation and Direct us how to do it.
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Thou invitest us to be happy in thy Favour;
Thou invitest us to be happy in thy Favour;
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And Thou magnifiest thy Mercy in sparing us, in that Thou hast all this while afforded us means of Grace and Salvation;
And Thou magnifiest thy Mercy in sparing us, in that Thou hast all this while afforded us means of Grace and Salvation;
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(45) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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THE PRAYER. ETernal God! Thou art Merciful and Gracious, Long suffering, and abundant in Goodness and Truth.
THE PRAYER. Eternal God! Thou art Merciful and Gracious, Long suffering, and abundant in goodness and Truth.
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Thanks be to thy Glorious Goodness O Lord, for that Thou desirest not the Death of a Sinner but had rather that he should turn from his Wickedness and live.
Thanks be to thy Glorious goodness Oh Lord, for that Thou Desirest not the Death of a Sinner but had rather that he should turn from his Wickedness and live.
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We that are here before Thee must own our selves wondrous Monuments of thy Patience and Goodness;
We that Are Here before Thee must own our selves wondrous Monuments of thy Patience and goodness;
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but deliver us from Evil, for thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
but deliver us from Evil, for thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
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and forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us, lead us not into Temptation,
and forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us, led us not into Temptation,
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Our Father which art in Heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy Kingdom come, thy will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven, give us this day our daily Bread,
Our Father which art in Heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy Kingdom come, thy will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven, give us this day our daily Bred,
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our Guide all the days of our Life, and our Portion for ever, for the Sake of Jesus Christ our Lord.
our Guide all the days of our Life, and our Portion for ever, for the Sake of jesus christ our Lord.
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And so unhappy we are that in many cases we do not know our Duty, and we do foolishly call Evil good, and Good evil.
And so unhappy we Are that in many cases we do not know our Duty, and we do foolishly call Evil good, and Good evil.
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and forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us, lead us not into Temptation,
and forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us, led us not into Temptation,
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and hear us in his own Words, saying, Our Father which art in Heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy Kingdom come, thy will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven, give us this day our daily Bread,
and hear us in his own Words, saying, Our Father which art in Heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy Kingdom come, thy will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven, give us this day our daily Bred,
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(49) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Defend us we pray Thee from all the Perils and Dangers of this Night. Accept all our poor Services in Jesus Christ;
Defend us we pray Thee from all the Perils and Dangers of this Night. Accept all our poor Services in jesus christ;
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Grant we beseech Thee that we may bring forth answerable Fruit in the whole Course of our Lives.
Grant we beseech Thee that we may bring forth answerable Fruit in the Whole Course of our Lives.
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We yield Thee hearty Thanks for all thy Goodness and Loving-kindness to us and to all Men, particularly we thank Thee for the means of Grace which we have this Day enjoy'd.
We yield Thee hearty Thanks for all thy goodness and Lovingkindness to us and to all Men, particularly we thank Thee for the means of Grace which we have this Day enjoyed.
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Do good to all our Relations and Friends, requite all our Benefactours and if we have any Enemies Father forgive them.
Do good to all our Relations and Friends, requite all our Benefactors and if we have any Enemies Father forgive them.
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Grant it may ever afford us a fit Person to govern us well, to thy Glory and our Honour and Peace.
Grant it may ever afford us a fit Person to govern us well, to thy Glory and our Honour and Peace.
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and his Government, and let his Reign be long and glorious amongst us. We pray Thee shine with continual Favour upon the Royal Family.
and his Government, and let his Reign be long and glorious among us. We pray Thee shine with continual Favour upon the Royal Family.
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Let thy abundant Goodness shower down many Blessings upon thy Servant and our Sovereign Lord King William; prosper His Sacred Person,
Let thy abundant goodness shower down many Blessings upon thy Servant and our Sovereign Lord King William; prosper His Sacred Person,
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but especially encrease among us all true Piety and Vertue.
but especially increase among us all true Piety and Virtue.
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We pray Thee bless the Land of our Nativity, favour us with Health, Peace and Plenty,
We pray Thee bless the Land of our Nativity, favour us with Health, Peace and Plenty,
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and are deceived, purge out of it whatever is a Scandal to thy Holy Religion, and grant that our Conversations may be such as become the Gospel.
and Are deceived, purge out of it whatever is a Scandal to thy Holy Religion, and grant that our Conversations may be such as become the Gospel.
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Bless thy Church with a plentiful Effusion of the Gifts and Graces of thy good Spirit, bring into the way of Truth all such as have err'd,
Bless thy Church with a plentiful Effusion of the Gifts and Graces of thy good Spirit, bring into the Way of Truth all such as have erred,
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That they may be turn'd from Darkness to Light and from the Power of Satan unto God.
That they may be turned from Darkness to Light and from the Power of Satan unto God.
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and so bring us safe to Thy Heavenly Kingdom. We humbly implore thy Mercy for all Mankind:
and so bring us safe to Thy Heavenly Kingdom. We humbly implore thy Mercy for all Mankind:
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Because through the Weakness of our mortal Nature we cannot always stand upright, we pray Thee grant us by thy good Spirit such Strength and Protection as may support us in all Dangers and carry us through all Temptations,
Because through the Weakness of our Mortal Nature we cannot always stand upright, we pray Thee grant us by thy good Spirit such Strength and Protection as may support us in all Dangers and carry us through all Temptations,
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Teach Thou us, we pray, the way of thy Statutes and we shall keep it unto the End. Write thy Law in our Hearts that we may never depart from it.
Teach Thou us, we pray, the Way of thy Statutes and we shall keep it unto the End. Write thy Law in our Hearts that we may never depart from it.
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Thy Hands have made and fashioned us, O give us Understanding that we may learn thy Testimonies:
Thy Hands have made and fashioned us, Oh give us Understanding that we may Learn thy Testimonies:
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Lighten our Darkness we beseech Thee O Lord.
Lighten our Darkness we beseech Thee Oh Lord.
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To Thee O Father of Lights do we dark Sinners cry for Knowledge, to Thee we lift our Voice for Understanding.
To Thee Oh Father of Lights do we dark Sinners cry for Knowledge, to Thee we lift our Voice for Understanding.
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If any Man lack Wisdom let him ask it of Thee; and that Thou givest to all such liberally and upbraidest not.
If any Man lack Wisdom let him ask it of Thee; and that Thou givest to all such liberally and upbraidest not.
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And, blessed be thy Name, Thou hast encourag'd us to seek to Thee in that Thou hast said;
And, blessed be thy Name, Thou hast encouraged us to seek to Thee in that Thou hast said;
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Look mercifully upon our Infirmities and heal them. Thou art the Authour and giver of every good and every perfect Gift.
Look mercifully upon our Infirmities and heal them. Thou art the Author and giver of every good and every perfect Gift.
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Endue us we beseech Thee with Thy Heavenly Grace that we may amend our Lives according to Thy Holy Word:
Endue us we beseech Thee with Thy Heavenly Grace that we may amend our Lives according to Thy Holy Word:
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and the Propitiation for our Sins, through Faith in his Blood: Lord we believe, help Thou our Unbelief.
and the Propitiation for our Sins, through Faith in his Blood: Lord we believe, help Thou our Unbelief.
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We humbly sue to Thee for Mercy in the Name of Jesus Christ the Righteous, who is our Advocate with the Father,
We humbly sue to Thee for Mercy in the Name of jesus christ the Righteous, who is our Advocate with the Father,
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Enter not into Judgment with thy Servants for in Thy sight shall no Man living be justified.
Enter not into Judgement with thy Servants for in Thy sighed shall no Man living be justified.
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Oh pardon we beseech Thee our manifold Transgressions: Our Negligences and our Ignorances.
O pardon we beseech Thee our manifold Transgressions: Our Negligences and our Ignorances.
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We have reason to cry out, Lord who can understand his Errours! Cleanse Thou us we pray Thee from our secret Sins.
We have reason to cry out, Lord who can understand his Errors! Cleanse Thou us we pray Thee from our secret Sins.
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Many sins we do know our selves to be guilty of, but there are we fear an innumerable Number which we do not know.
Many Sins we do know our selves to be guilty of, but there Are we Fear an innumerable Number which we do not know.
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but deliver us from Evil, for thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
but deliver us from Evil, for thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
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And the Good which we would we do not, but the Evil which we would not that we do.
And the Good which we would we do not, but the Evil which we would not that we do.
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that even when we would do Good Evil is often present with us.
that even when we would do Good Evil is often present with us.
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We heartily lament it O Lord, as the Shame and Misery of our deprav'd and fallen State, that we are prone to do evil and backward to do good;
We heartily lament it Oh Lord, as the Shame and Misery of our depraved and fallen State, that we Are prove to do evil and backward to do good;
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and our greatest Gain and Advantage to give and devote our selves to Thee to serve and obey Thee.
and our greatest Gain and Advantage to give and devote our selves to Thee to serve and obey Thee.
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it is that which becomes us best to give Thee reverence;
it is that which becomes us best to give Thee Reverence;
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We owe Thee the Homage of our Reverence, Love, and Obedience. And it is our Honour to honour Thee;
We owe Thee the Homage of our reverence, Love, and obedience. And it is our Honour to honour Thee;
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Most Glorious and Eternal God! Before Thee all the Nations of the Earth are as nothing and vanity.
Most Glorious and Eternal God! Before Thee all the nations of the Earth Are as nothing and vanity.
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THE PRAYER. O Lord most High!
THE PRAYER. Oh Lord most High!
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O Lord we cannot consider what Thou hast done for us without the highest Admiration.
O Lord we cannot Consider what Thou hast done for us without the highest Admiration.
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Quicken and excite us Lord to offer Thee the most hearty and thankful Praises for thine inestimable Love, in the Redemption of the World by our Lord Jesus Christ.
Quicken and excite us Lord to offer Thee the most hearty and thankful Praises for thine inestimable Love, in the Redemption of the World by our Lord jesus christ.
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After we had wilfully and needlesly sinn'd against Thee, despised thy Goodness and Authority, and deserv'd everlasting Death;
After we had wilfully and needlessly sinned against Thee, despised thy goodness and authority, and deserved everlasting Death;
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it might have been accounted a wonderful Favour if thou hadst only exercised thy Patience towards us for a while,
it might have been accounted a wondered Favour if thou Hadst only exercised thy Patience towards us for a while,
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and given us the Reprieve of a few years in this World before we had been thrown into everlasting Flames:
and given us the Reprieve of a few Years in this World before we had been thrown into everlasting Flames:
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But thy Glorious Goodness was not satisfied with that, but has wisely contriv'd a way to pardon and save us;
But thy Glorious goodness was not satisfied with that, but has wisely contrived a Way to pardon and save us;
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and to excuse us for ever from suffering the unspeakable Miseries we had deserved. We were beholden to Thee for the greatest Gift when we had forfeited the least;
and to excuse us for ever from suffering the unspeakable Misery's we had deserved. We were beholden to Thee for the greatest Gift when we had forfeited the least;
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and when we had render'd our selves unworthy of thy Creatures to serve our Happiness and Comfort, Thou gavest us thy Son, to redeem us from Misery,
and when we had rendered our selves unworthy of thy Creatures to serve our Happiness and Comfort, Thou Gavest us thy Son, to Redeem us from Misery,
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and to advance us to everlasting Glory and Happiness.
and to advance us to everlasting Glory and Happiness.
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And this hast Thou done, O God of Love, for Creatures that cannot be profitable to Thee;
And this haste Thou done, Oh God of Love, for Creatures that cannot be profitable to Thee;
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yea for Sinners that have basely and unjustly hated and affronted Thee.
yea for Sinners that have basely and unjustly hated and affronted Thee.
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O that this thy wondrous Love, and infinite Condescension may have a mighty Influence and Power upon us.
O that this thy wondrous Love, and infinite Condescension may have a mighty Influence and Power upon us.
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Lord grant it may utterly conquer all our unreasonable Enmity against Thee, and may reconcile our hearts to our Duty:
Lord grant it may utterly conquer all our unreasonable Enmity against Thee, and may reconcile our hearts to our Duty:
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Since the Love and Obligation of a Redeemer is joyn'd to that of a Creator, let it make us readily and sincerely devote our selves to thy Service;
Since the Love and Obligation of a Redeemer is joined to that of a Creator, let it make us readily and sincerely devote our selves to thy Service;
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resolving to live to him that died for us; that no other Lords shall have Dominion over us.
resolving to live to him that died for us; that no other lords shall have Dominion over us.
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Since the Son of God came down from Heaven, the Word was made Flesh and dwest among us to give us an excellent Example of Piety and Vertue:
Since the Son of God Come down from Heaven, the Word was made Flesh and dwest among us to give us an excellent Exampl of Piety and Virtue:
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Make us to account it our Honour to be religious; make us Ambitious to imitate so great a Pattern.
Make us to account it our Honour to be religious; make us Ambitious to imitate so great a Pattern.
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Make us O Lord earnestly desirous to partake of the great Salvation which he has wrought for us, that we may be ready to comply with the just and reasonable Terms and Conditions of obtaining it.
Make us O Lord earnestly desirous to partake of the great Salvation which he has wrought for us, that we may be ready to comply with the just and reasonable Terms and Conditions of obtaining it.
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Ready to forsake all our sins and to do any good Work, to bear any Burden which our Lord and Master shall be pleased to call us to.
Ready to forsake all our Sins and to do any good Work, to bear any Burden which our Lord and Master shall be pleased to call us to.
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O Lord let thy great Love to us kindle in us an ardent Love to Thee,
O Lord let thy great Love to us kindle in us an Ardent Love to Thee,
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and then that will make all our Duty grateful and pleasant to us.
and then that will make all our Duty grateful and pleasant to us.
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Pardon we beseech Thee all the past Transgressions of our Lives for the Sake of Jesus Christ thy Son our Saviour.
Pardon we beseech Thee all the past Transgressions of our Lives for the Sake of jesus christ thy Son our Saviour.
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We humbly implore thy Mercy for all Mankind. O let thy abundant Goodness be shewn in pitying the dark Corners of the World,
We humbly implore thy Mercy for all Mankind. O let thy abundant goodness be shown in pitying the dark Corners of the World,
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and sending thither the saving Light of thy Gospel: That they may be turn'd from the Power of Satan unto God.
and sending thither the Saving Light of thy Gospel: That they may be turned from the Power of Satan unto God.
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O let thy Gracious Mercy cleanse thy Church from all that is evil and unworthy of thy Gospel;
O let thy Gracious Mercy cleanse thy Church from all that is evil and unworthy of thy Gospel;
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and be thou pleased to maintain and encrease in it all that is good. Be Favourable O Lord, to the Nations to which we belong:
and be thou pleased to maintain and increase in it all that is good. Be Favourable Oh Lord, to the nations to which we belong:
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Advance among us all that is pleasing to Thee, and that is necessary and conducing to our Peace and Happiness;
Advance among us all that is pleasing to Thee, and that is necessary and conducing to our Peace and Happiness;
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teach us all, we pray Thee, our several Duties towards Thee, and towards one another, and be Thou our mighty defence against all our Enemies.
teach us all, we pray Thee, our several Duties towards Thee, and towards one Another, and be Thou our mighty defence against all our Enemies.
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Bless abundantly our most Gracious King;
Bless abundantly our most Gracious King;
np1 av-j po12 av-ds j n1;
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protect his Person, prosper his Government, and let him continue long to make us happy thereby.
Pact his Person, prosper his Government, and let him continue long to make us happy thereby.
vvb po31 n1, vvb po31 n1, cc vvb pno31 vvi av-j pc-acp vvi pno12 j av.
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Continue we pray Thee, and encrease our Royal Family, and let them ever be Instruments of thy Glory among us, and of our Happiness.
Continue we pray Thee, and increase our Royal Family, and let them ever be Instruments of thy Glory among us, and of our Happiness.
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We recommend to thy Fatherly Goodness all those who are related to us, visit and bless them O Lord, according to their several Necessities;
We recommend to thy Fatherly goodness all those who Are related to us, visit and bless them O Lord, according to their several Necessities;
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especially with a saving Knowledge of Thee, and of Jesus Christ whom Thou hast sent.
especially with a Saving Knowledge of Thee, and of jesus christ whom Thou hast sent.
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We heartily thank Thee for the glad Tidings of the Gospel which we have this day heard,
We heartily thank Thee for the glad Tidings of the Gospel which we have this day herd,
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and for all thy Blessed Ordinances;
and for all thy Blessed Ordinances;
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O continue to us we beseech Thee, the happy Liberty of these Enjoyments all our days;
Oh continue to us we beseech Thee, the happy Liberty of these Enjoyments all our days;
uh vvb p-acp pno12 pns12 vvi pno21, dt j n1 pp-f d n2 d po12 n2;
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and that we may not forfeit such Favour, make us to bring forth fruit accordingly.
and that we may not forfeit such Favour, make us to bring forth fruit accordingly.
cc cst pns12 vmb xx vvi d n1, vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi av n1 av-vvg.
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3859
Let us lie down this Night under thy Protection, and be kept in safety by Thee;
Let us lie down this Night under thy Protection, and be kept in safety by Thee;
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and so long as Thou continuest our Lives let us live to thy Praise and Glory.
and so long as Thou Continuest our Lives let us live to thy Praise and Glory.
cc av av-j c-acp pns21 vv2 po12 n2 vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po21 n1 cc n1.
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3861
All we humbly ask in the Name of Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord:
All we humbly ask in the Name of jesus christ thy Son our Lord:
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In whose own words we conclude our Prayers saying, Our Father which art in Heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy Kingdom come, thy will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven, give us this day our daily Bread,
In whose own words we conclude our Prayers saying, Our Father which art in Heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy Kingdom come, thy will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven, give us this day our daily Bred,
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and forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us, lead us not into Temptation,
and forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us, led us not into Temptation,
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but deliver us from Evil, for thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
but deliver us from Evil, for thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
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But thy Goodness to the Children of Men seems to be far beyond all other Exercises of it.
But thy goodness to the Children of Men seems to be Far beyond all other Exercises of it.
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And there is not a Sparrow falls to the Ground without Thee.
And there is not a Sparrow falls to the Ground without Thee.
cc pc-acp vbz xx dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno21.
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yet such is thy Condescending Goodness, Thou dost not disdain to take Care of the meanest Thing which Thou hast made:
yet such is thy Condescending goodness, Thou dost not disdain to take Care of the Meanest Thing which Thou hast made:
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THE PRAYER. GReat and Glorious God! Thou art exalted infinitely above all thy Creatures;
THE PRAYER. GReat and Glorious God! Thou art exalted infinitely above all thy Creatures;
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Accept all our Requests in Jesus Christ, with whose Words we conclude them, saying, Our Father which art in Heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy Kingdom come, thy will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven, give us this day our daily Bread,
Accept all our Requests in jesus christ, with whose Words we conclude them, saying, Our Father which art in Heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy Kingdom come, thy will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven, give us this day our daily Bred,
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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THE PRAYER. MOst Great and Incomprehensible Lord our God. Who art glorious in Holiness, fearful in thy Praises, doing Wonders.
THE PRAYER. MOst Great and Incomprehensible Lord our God. Who art glorious in Holiness, fearful in thy Praises, doing Wonders.
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Thou art worthy to be fear'd and had in Reverence by all that draw nigh unto Thee.
Thou art worthy to be feared and had in reverence by all that draw High unto Thee.
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We thy poor and miserable Creatures have great occasion for Access unto Thee, for Thou art the only Fountain of all our Happiness;
We thy poor and miserable Creatures have great occasion for Access unto Thee, for Thou art the only Fountain of all our Happiness;
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4177
in thy Favour is Life and thy Loving-kindness is better than Life.
in thy Favour is Life and thy Lovingkindness is better than Life.
p-acp po21 n1 vbz n1 cc po21 n1 vbz jc cs n1.
(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4178
But we must own, O Lord, and we do it with great shame and grief that we have render'd our selves utterly unworthy to draw nigh to Thee,
But we must own, Oh Lord, and we do it with great shame and grief that we have rendered our selves utterly unworthy to draw High to Thee,
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4179
and to ask or expect any Favour from Thee.
and to ask or expect any Favour from Thee.
cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1 p-acp pno21.
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For we have broken thy Laws, despised thy Authority, abused thy Goodness, denied thy Right and Propriety in us,
For we have broken thy Laws, despised thy authority, abused thy goodness, denied thy Right and Propriety in us,
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and affected, tho' we are Thine, to dispose of our selves. Lord we have been guilty of great Injustice and great Ingratitude against Thee.
and affected, though we Are Thine, to dispose of our selves. Lord we have been guilty of great Injustice and great Ingratitude against Thee.
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4182
These things we must confess, and for them we humble and abase our selves before Thee.
These things we must confess, and for them we humble and abase our selves before Thee.
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4183
We cannot expect to find favour with Thee, nor do we expect it but by the Vertue and Merits of such a Sacrifice for Sin,
We cannot expect to find favour with Thee, nor do we expect it but by the Virtue and Merits of such a Sacrifice for since,
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4184
as may fully compensare for the Affront and Injury which our Sins have offer'd Thee.
as may Fully Compensate for the Affront and Injury which our Sins have offered Thee.
c-acp vmb av-j vvb p-acp dt vvb cc n1 r-crq po12 n2 vhb vvn pno21.
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And such a Sacrifice, blessed be thy Name, we have in the precious Death of thy dear Son, and our Saviour Jesus Christ.
And such a Sacrifice, blessed be thy Name, we have in the precious Death of thy dear Son, and our Saviour jesus christ.
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4186
We hope therefore, O Lord, upon the Account of this to find favour with Thee.
We hope Therefore, Oh Lord, upon the Account of this to find favour with Thee.
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4187
We give most humble and hearty Thanks to God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost for the Redemption of the World by our Lord Jesus Christ.
We give most humble and hearty Thanks to God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost for the Redemption of the World by our Lord jesus christ.
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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And we pray Thee, O Father, to accept of thy Son's most precious Death as a Propitiation for our Sins;
And we pray Thee, Oh Father, to accept of thy Son's most precious Death as a Propitiation for our Sins;
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that they may all be pardon'd, that we may be cleansed from all Unrighteousness, and sanctified throughout in Body, Soul, and Spirit.
that they may all be pardoned, that we may be cleansed from all Unrighteousness, and sanctified throughout in Body, Soul, and Spirit.
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Oh grant that the Evidence we have of thy Hatred of Sin in the Death of our Redeemer may make us hate every false Way;
O grant that the Evidence we have of thy Hatred of since in the Death of our Redeemer may make us hate every false Way;
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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let the Evidence we have in it of his wondrous Love to us make us love him and keep his Commands.
let the Evidence we have in it of his wondrous Love to us make us love him and keep his Commands.
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Let us know that we are highly oblig'd to deny our selves any thing for his sake, to take up our Cross and follow him.
Let us know that we Are highly obliged to deny our selves any thing for his sake, to take up our Cross and follow him.
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Lord make us observe, and inable us in some Measure to imitate the Example of his Patience, that we may be stedfast,
Lord make us observe, and inable us in Some Measure to imitate the Exampl of his Patience, that we may be steadfast,
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4194
and persevere in our Duty notwithstanding any Difficulties or Inconveniences that may attend it;
and persevere in our Duty notwithstanding any Difficulties or Inconveniences that may attend it;
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4195
and so having done the Will of God may at last enter into Rest. Guide us we pray Thee by thy Counsel till Thou hast brought us to thy Glory:
and so having done the Will of God may At last enter into Rest. Guide us we pray Thee by thy Counsel till Thou hast brought us to thy Glory:
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4196
Hold Thou up our goings in thy Word that our Footsteps slip not:
Hold Thou up our goings in thy Word that our Footsteps slip not:
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4197
Teach Thou us the Way of thy Statutes that we may keep it unto the End. Let the Fruit of all our Afflictions in this Life be to take away Sin,
Teach Thou us the Way of thy Statutes that we may keep it unto the End. Let the Fruit of all our Afflictions in this Life be to take away since,
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4198
and make us more conform'd to thy Will, and more fit for our Everlasting Happiness. Let all the World, O God, know Thee and Jesus Christ whom Thou hast sent,
and make us more conformed to thy Will, and more fit for our Everlasting Happiness. Let all the World, Oh God, know Thee and jesus christ whom Thou hast sent,
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and knowing let them praise Thee for thy wonderful Goodness, and be bless'd with Plenty, Health and Peace.
and knowing let them praise Thee for thy wondered goodness, and be blessed with Plenty, Health and Peace.
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4200
Make thy Church glorious by an abundant Effusion of thy Spirit upon it to the Encrease of all Piety and Vertue,
Make thy Church glorious by an abundant Effusion of thy Spirit upon it to the Increase of all Piety and Virtue,
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and the purging it from whatever is displeasing to Thee and unbecoming the Gospel. We pray Thee bless that part of it which Thou hast planted amongst us.
and the purging it from whatever is displeasing to Thee and unbecoming the Gospel. We pray Thee bless that part of it which Thou hast planted among us.
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4202
Oh Lord watch over it for good; let not the Gates of Hell prevail against it;
O Lord watch over it for good; let not the Gates of Hell prevail against it;
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4203
let no Weapon form'd against it prosper. Make it abundantly fruitful in all good Works to thy Glory.
let no Weapon formed against it prosper. Make it abundantly fruitful in all good Works to thy Glory.
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4204
Be gracious we pray Thee to our King, defend Thou the Defender of our Faith, prosper his Person with all Happiness,
Be gracious we pray Thee to our King, defend Thou the Defender of our Faith, prosper his Person with all Happiness,
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and all his Endeavours for thy Glory and our Welfare, with great and glorious Success.
and all his Endeavours for thy Glory and our Welfare, with great and glorious Success.
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4206
Let our Royal Family never want a fit Person to fill the Throne of these Kingdoms and make us happy.
Let our Royal Family never want a fit Person to fill the Throne of these Kingdoms and make us happy.
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We humbly beg thy peculiar Favours and Blessings for all that are related to us:
We humbly beg thy peculiar Favours and Blessings for all that Are related to us:
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4208
O Lord, let them receive Remission of their Sins, and all other Benefits of our Saviour's Passion, to the Eternal Salvation of their Souls.
Oh Lord, let them receive Remission of their Sins, and all other Benefits of our Saviour's Passion, to the Eternal Salvation of their Souls.
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4209
Give them such a Proportion of the good things of this World as Thou seest to be most expedient for them.
Give them such a Proportion of the good things of this World as Thou See to be most expedient for them.
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Comfort all that are in any Trouble, Sorrow, Need, Sickness, or any other Adversity;
Comfort all that Are in any Trouble, Sorrow, Need, Sickness, or any other Adversity;
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4211
give them Patience under all their Sufferings, and in thy due time a happy Deliverance from them.
give them Patience under all their Sufferings, and in thy due time a happy Deliverance from them.
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4212
We give Thee most hearty Thanks, O Lord, for thy Blessed Ordinances which we have this Day enjoy'd;
We give Thee most hearty Thanks, Oh Lord, for thy Blessed Ordinances which we have this Day enjoyed;
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4213
O grant that we may live according to them;
Oh grant that we may live according to them;
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4214
let them have an abiding good Influence upon us and be thy Power to our Salvation.
let them have an abiding good Influence upon us and be thy Power to our Salvation.
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4215
Permit us we pray Thee to trust our selves under thy gracious Protection this Night;
Permit us we pray Thee to trust our selves under thy gracious Protection this Night;
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(57) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4216
give us comfortable Rest, and raise us the next Morning with Health and Strength, and disposed to praise and love and serve Thee.
give us comfortable Rest, and raise us the next Morning with Health and Strength, and disposed to praise and love and serve Thee.
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and forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us, lead us not into Temptation,
and forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us, led us not into Temptation,
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but deliver us from Evil, for thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen. FINIS.
but deliver us from Evil, for thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen. FINIS.
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Thou art the common Fountain of Life, and it is in Thee that we live, move, and have our Being.
Thou art the Common Fountain of Life, and it is in Thee that we live, move, and have our Being.
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Our Destruction is of our selves.
Our Destruction is of our selves.
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And we can lay the blame of this our miserable Condition, on none but our selves.
And we can lay the blame of this our miserable Condition, on none but our selves.
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We humble, we abhor our selves before Thee; We have incurr'd thy Wrath, and have deserved everlasting Punishment.
We humble, we abhor our selves before Thee; We have incurred thy Wrath, and have deserved everlasting Punishment.
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and to live so as to dishonour Thee and our selves. We are alas dead in trespasses and sins.
and to live so as to dishonour Thee and our selves. We Are alas dead in Trespasses and Sins.
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and in our Lives, But alas, we wretched Creatures are fallen from our greatest Excellency, we have polluted our Nature, we are prone to do Evil,
and in our Lives, But alas, we wretched Creatures Are fallen from our greatest Excellency, we have polluted our Nature, we Are prove to do Evil,
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We acknowledge our selves bound to live to thy Glory, and to shew forth thy praise both with our Lips,
We acknowledge our selves bound to live to thy Glory, and to show forth thy praise both with our Lips,
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But, Blessed be thy Name, it is not a helpless hopeless destruction, which we have thrown our selves into.
But, Blessed be thy Name, it is not a helpless hopeless destruction, which we have thrown our selves into.
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In thee O Lord is our help;
In thee Oh Lord is our help;
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and thou hast laid help for us upon one that is mighty, and able to save to the uttermost, all that come unto God by Him.
and thou hast laid help for us upon one that is mighty, and able to save to the uttermost, all that come unto God by Him.
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We bless Thee for Jesus Christ thine inestimable Gift, our only Hope and Saviour. The one sufficient and Powerful Mediator between God and Men.
We bless Thee for jesus christ thine inestimable Gift, our only Hope and Saviour. The one sufficient and Powerful Mediator between God and Men.
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We bless thee for his humble Incarnation, and putting himself under the Law, that he might answer,
We bless thee for his humble Incarnation, and putting himself under the Law, that he might answer,
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and fulfill the demands of it to our Advantage.
and fulfil the demands of it to our Advantage.
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We thank thee for the instructing and encouraging Example of his most Holy Life on Earth:
We thank thee for the instructing and encouraging Exampl of his most Holy Life on Earth:
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We praise thee for his Meritorious Death, and for that he was allow'd to be therein a Propitiation for our sins.
We praise thee for his Meritorious Death, and for that he was allowed to be therein a Propitiation for our Sins.
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We give thee thanks for his glorious and assur'd Resurrection from the Dead, which encourages our Faith, which revives our hopes:
We give thee thanks for his glorious and assured Resurrection from the Dead, which encourages our Faith, which revives our hope's:
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While we consider, that he died for our Sins, and rose again for our Justification. Oh Lord!
While we Consider, that he died for our Sins, and rose again for our Justification. O Lord!
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We humbly thank thee O Lord, as we are bound to do, for the Being and Nature which thou hast given us.
We humbly thank thee Oh Lord, as we Are bound to do, for the Being and Nature which thou hast given us.
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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we earnestly long for, we humbly seek an Interest in the Propitiation of his Death, and in the Justification procur'd for us by his Resurrection:
we earnestly long for, we humbly seek an Interest in the Propitiation of his Death, and in the Justification procured for us by his Resurrection:
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Oh! Justifie us freely by thy Grace, through the Redemption that is in Christ Jesus. Pardon all our past sins, and let them never be remembred against us.
Oh! Justify us freely by thy Grace, through the Redemption that is in christ jesus. Pardon all our past Sins, and let them never be remembered against us.
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And we beseech thee raise us from the Death of Sin to a Life of Righteousness.
And we beseech thee raise us from the Death of since to a Life of Righteousness.
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Let old things pass away and all things become new in us; Awaken our stupid minds to the Knowledge and Love of thee;
Let old things pass away and all things become new in us; Awaken our stupid minds to the Knowledge and Love of thee;
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Strengthen our feeble Powers to run the way of thy Commands;
Strengthen our feeble Powers to run the Way of thy Commands;
vvb po12 j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 vvz;
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Teach thou us, O Lord, the way of thy Statutes, that we may keep it unto the End. And as our Lord and Master rose from the Dead, to ascend into Heaven,
Teach thou us, Oh Lord, the Way of thy Statutes, that we may keep it unto the End. And as our Lord and Master rose from the Dead, to ascend into Heaven,
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so let us upon our Resurrection to a New and Divine Life, seek those things which are above.
so let us upon our Resurrection to a New and Divine Life, seek those things which Are above.
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Make us to set our Affections on things above, and not on things on the Earth:
Make us to Set our Affections on things above, and not on things on the Earth:
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To lay up our Treasure there, and to have our hearts there also.
To lay up our Treasure there, and to have our hearts there also.
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Grant us the direction and assistance of thy Grace so to spend this Life, that when we shall be rais'd to Life again, at the last day we may rise to Immortal Life and Happiness in the presence of the Glorified Jesus:
Grant us the direction and assistance of thy Grace so to spend this Life, that when we shall be raised to Life again, At the last day we may rise to Immortal Life and Happiness in the presence of the Glorified jesus:
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Who Liveth and Reigneth with the Father and the Holy Ghost, one God World without End.
Who Lives and Reigneth with the Father and the Holy Ghost, one God World without End.
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We humbly pray for the whole Race of Mankind:
We humbly pray for the Whole Raze of Mankind:
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That thy Gospel may run, and be Glorified from the rising of the Sun, to the going down of the same,
That thy Gospel may run, and be Glorified from the rising of the Sun, to the going down of the same,
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and many may every where be Partakers of the great Salvation. Send down upon thy Church an abundant measure of thy good Spirit:
and many may every where be Partakers of the great Salvation. Send down upon thy Church an abundant measure of thy good Spirit:
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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That his Gifts and Graces may make it Glorious in the Eyes of the World, and it may bring forth much good Fruit to thy Glory.
That his Gifts and Graces may make it Glorious in the Eyes of the World, and it may bring forth much good Fruit to thy Glory.
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Let these Nations Live in thy sight, and plentifully receive many marks of thy Favour in Temporal and Spiritual Mercies.
Let these nations Live in thy sighed, and plentifully receive many marks of thy Favour in Temporal and Spiritual mercies.
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Bless in particular, we pray thee, our Gracious King, give him a long Health of Body, encrease of all Noble and Excellent Endowments of Mind, Perseverance in all Vertue and Goodness,
Bless in particular, we pray thee, our Gracious King, give him a long Health of Body, increase of all Noble and Excellent Endowments of Mind, Perseverance in all Virtue and goodness,
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and great prosperity in His Affairs and Undertakings; and make Him very happy in a Dutiful and Loving People.
and great Prosperity in His Affairs and Undertakings; and make Him very happy in a Dutiful and Loving People.
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We pray thee do good to all that are related to us according to their several necessities.
We pray thee do good to all that Are related to us according to their several necessities.
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Give a Blessing to the means of Grace, which we have this day enjoy'd, and let them have a lasting influence towards the promoting our Holiness and Salvation.
Give a Blessing to the means of Grace, which we have this day enjoyed, and let them have a lasting influence towards the promoting our Holiness and Salvation.
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Protect us this Night we pray thee from all Evil, and raise us the next Morning fit for,
Pact us this Night we pray thee from all Evil, and raise us the next Morning fit for,
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and disposed to do all our Duty, and be thou O Lord for ever our Portion and Reward, through the Merits and Mediation of Jesus Christ.
and disposed to do all our Duty, and be thou Oh Lord for ever our Portion and Reward, through the Merits and Mediation of jesus christ.
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OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven.
OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven.
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4539
Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us.
Give us this day our daily bred. And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us.
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil: For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever. Amen.
And led us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil: For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever. Amen.
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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THE PRAYER. EVer Blessed God! Who Livest and Reignest for evermore.
THE PRAYER. EVer Blessed God! Who Livest and Reignest for evermore.
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(61) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4841
and obtain, at length, the Rest of an Eternal Sabbath with thee.
and obtain, At length, the Rest of an Eternal Sabbath with thee.
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4842
We humbly pray unto thee for all Mankind, that thy Way may be known upon Earth, thy saving Health among all Nations.
We humbly pray unto thee for all Mankind, that thy Way may be known upon Earth, thy Saving Health among all nations.
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4843
We pray especially for the good Estate of the Catholick Church:
We pray especially for the good Estate of the Catholic Church:
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4844
Favour it every where with the pure Administration, the mighty Success, and peaceable Enjoyment of thine Ordinances.
Favour it every where with the pure Administration, the mighty Success, and peaceable Enjoyment of thine Ordinances.
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4845
Let all true Piety and Vertue abound in it, and what may adorn and recommend our Religion to the World.
Let all true Piety and Virtue abound in it, and what may adorn and recommend our Religion to the World.
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4846
Bless abundantly that part of it which is planted in these Nations:
Bless abundantly that part of it which is planted in these nations:
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4847
And as thou hast favour'd us with the Means of Grace in great plenty, so give us the Grace to bring forth answerable Fruit to thy glory.
And as thou hast favoured us with the Means of Grace in great plenty, so give us the Grace to bring forth answerable Fruit to thy glory.
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4848
Give our King, we pray thee, the choicest Blessings of this Life;
Give our King, we pray thee, the Choicest Blessings of this Life;
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4849
continue him long to Rule over us, and make us happy in his Government of us:
continue him long to Rule over us, and make us happy in his Government of us:
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4850
and, after all, bless and reward him with the Glories and Honours of thy Heavenly Kingdom.
and, After all, bless and reward him with the Glories and Honours of thy Heavenly Kingdom.
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4851
Bless the Royal Family with Long Continuance, with Abundant Grace, and all Worldly Honour and Felicity.
Bless the Royal Family with Long Continuance, with Abundant Grace, and all Worldly Honour and Felicity.
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4852
We humbly recommend, in particular, all our Relations;
We humbly recommend, in particular, all our Relations;
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4853
dispose of their Circumstances in this World mercifully, and sanctifie all thy Dealings with them to the promoting their Everlasting Salvation.
dispose of their circumstances in this World mercifully, and sanctify all thy Dealings with them to the promoting their Everlasting Salvation.
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4854
Accept our humble Praises and Thanks for the Mercies of this Day: Forgive the Iniquities of our Holy Things:
Accept our humble Praises and Thanks for the mercies of this Day: Forgive the Iniquities of our Holy Things:
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4855
Let us lie down in thy Favour, and rest in Safety;
Let us lie down in thy Favour, and rest in Safety;
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4856
and raise us up again, if it please thee, to shew forth thy Praise with our Lips and in our Lives.
and raise us up again, if it please thee, to show forth thy Praise with our Lips and in our Lives.
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4857
All we humbly ask, in the Name of Jesus Christ thy Son our Saviour. Our Father, &c.
All we humbly ask, in the Name of jesus christ thy Son our Saviour. Our Father, etc.
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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4815
THE PRAYER. O Most glorious and most gracious God! Thou art good, and doest good: Thou hast exercised abundant goodness to the Children of Men.
THE PRAYER. Oh Most glorious and most gracious God! Thou art good, and dost good: Thou hast exercised abundant Goodness to the Children of Men.
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(65) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We are bound to love thee and praise thee for our Creation. Thou hast given us a Noble Nature;
We Are bound to love thee and praise thee for our Creation. Thou hast given us a Noble Nature;
pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pno21 cc vvi pno21 p-acp po12 n1. pns21 vh2 vvn pno12 dt j n1;
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made us little lower than the Angels, and plentifully furnish'd this World with excellent Creatures, to serve our use and delight,
made us little lower than the Angels, and plentifully furnished this World with excellent Creatures, to serve our use and delight,
vvn pno12 av-j jc cs dt n2, cc av-j vvn d n1 p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi po12 n1 cc n1,
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and hast given to Man dominion over the Fowls of the Air, the Beasts of the Earth,
and hast given to Man dominion over the Fowls of the Air, the Beasts of the Earth,
cc vh2 vvn p-acp n1 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1,
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and the Fishes of the Sea. Every one of our Senses presents us with the Exercises of thy Goodness,
and the Fish of the Sea. Every one of our Senses presents us with the Exercises of thy goodness,
cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 d crd pp-f po12 n2 vvz pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n1,
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and with Obligations and Admonitions to love thee. Every Moment of our Lives, declares it to us;
and with Obligations and Admonitions to love thee. Every Moment of our Lives, declares it to us;
cc p-acp n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi pno21. np1 n1 pp-f po12 n2, vvz pn31 p-acp pno12;
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for it is in thee, that we live, move and have our Being:
for it is in thee, that we live, move and have our Being:
c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pno21, cst pns12 vvb, vvb cc vhb po12 vbg:
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Thou holdest our Soul in Life, and we are beholden to thee, O Lord, for our continual Preservation.
Thou holdest our Soul in Life, and we Are beholden to thee, Oh Lord, for our continual Preservation.
pns21 vv2 po12 n1 p-acp n1, cc pns12 vbr vvi p-acp pno21, uh n1, p-acp po12 j n1.
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And it exceedingly magnifies thy Goodness, and must improve our Praises for it, that in this instance of it, thou art good to the unthankful and the evil.
And it exceedingly Magnifies thy goodness, and must improve our Praises for it, that in this instance of it, thou art good to the unthankful and the evil.
cc pn31 av-vvg vvz po21 n1, cc vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp pn31, cst p-acp d n1 pp-f pn31, pns21 vb2r j p-acp dt j cc dt n-jn.
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Thou art mindful of those who forget thee, and exercisest kindness to them that hate thee.
Thou art mindful of those who forget thee, and exercisest kindness to them that hate thee.
pns21 vb2r j pp-f d r-crq vvb pno21, cc js n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno21.
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Great and wonderful, O Lord, is thy Patience and Forbearance towards thy Rebellious Creatures.
Great and wondered, Oh Lord, is thy Patience and Forbearance towards thy Rebellious Creatures.
j cc j, uh n1, vbz po21 n1 cc n1 p-acp po21 j n2.
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But, above all, we must celebrate and praise that Instance of thy glorious Love, the Redemption of the World by our Lord Jesus Christ!
But, above all, we must celebrate and praise that Instance of thy glorious Love, the Redemption of the World by our Lord jesus christ!
p-acp, p-acp d, pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi d n1 pp-f po21 j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po12 n1 np1 np1!
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This, O Lord, especially, is a Favour that exceeds our highest Praises! It is equally wonderful and kind!
This, Oh Lord, especially, is a Favour that exceeds our highest Praises! It is equally wondered and kind!
np1, uh n1, av-j, vbz dt n1 cst vvz po12 js n2! pn31 vbz av-j j cc j!
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Thou hast given thy Son to bear our Sins and be a Propitiation for them. We bless thee for his Meritorious Passion and Death.
Thou hast given thy Son to bear our Sins and be a Propitiation for them. We bless thee for his Meritorious Passion and Death.
pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc vbb dt n1 p-acp pno32. pns12 vvb pno21 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1.
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Thou hast given him to us, to be our Mediator and Advocate: We bless thee for his Resurrection and Ascension into Heaven.
Thou hast given him to us, to be our Mediator and Advocate: We bless thee for his Resurrection and Ascension into Heaven.
pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vbi po12 n1 cc n1: pns12 vvb pno21 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1.
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O Lord, we humble our selves before thee, in a sense of thy great Goodness to us,
O Lord, we humble our selves before thee, in a sense of thy great goodness to us,
sy n1, pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp pno21, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 j n1 p-acp pno12,
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and our vile and ungrateful Behaviour towards thee.
and our vile and ungrateful Behaviour towards thee.
cc po12 j cc j n1 p-acp pno21.
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We have abused thy creating, preserving, redeeming Love, and must acknowledge the guilt and vileness of our Sins to be encreased with the encrease of thy Benefits and Goodness towards us.
We have abused thy creating, preserving, redeeming Love, and must acknowledge the guilt and vileness of our Sins to be increased with the increase of thy Benefits and goodness towards us.
pns12 vhb vvn po21 j-vvg, j-vvg, vvg n1, cc vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2 cc n1 p-acp pno12.
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O give us, we beseech thee, a true and unfeigned Repentance of all our Wickedness: Give us a true and lively Faith in Jesus Christ.
O give us, we beseech thee, a true and unfeigned Repentance of all our Wickedness: Give us a true and lively Faith in jesus christ.
sy vvb pno12, pns12 vvb pno21, dt j cc j n1 pp-f d po12 n1: vvb pno12 dt j cc j n1 p-acp np1 np1.
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Let thy abundant Love and Goodness to us, inflame our Hearts with a mighty love to thee.
Let thy abundant Love and goodness to us, inflame our Hearts with a mighty love to thee.
vvb po21 j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno21.
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Forgive us, our past Sins, and cleanse us from all Unrighteousness.
Forgive us, our past Sins, and cleanse us from all Unrighteousness.
vvb pno12, po12 j n2, cc vvb pno12 p-acp d n1.
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Let thy Sabbaths be always a delight to us, that we may set our selves on them, to contemplate and praise thy glorious Nature, and wonderful Works and Goodness.
Let thy Sabbaths be always a delight to us, that we may Set our selves on them, to contemplate and praise thy glorious Nature, and wondered Works and goodness.
vvb po21 n2 vbb av dt n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po21 j n1, cc j vvz cc n1.
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Fit us for the happiness of Communion with thee, and let us enjoy it in the use of thine Ordinances, that we may acquaint our selves with thee and be at peace;
Fit us for the happiness of Communion with thee, and let us enjoy it in the use of thine Ordinances, that we may acquaint our selves with thee and be At peace;
j pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21, cc vvb pno12 vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno21 cc vbb p-acp n1;
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that we may, while we behold thee, be transformed into thy likeness, from glory to glory.
that we may, while we behold thee, be transformed into thy likeness, from glory to glory.
cst pns12 vmb, cs pns12 vvb pno21, vbb vvn p-acp po21 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1.
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Grant that we may flourish in the Courts of our God, and encrease in every Grace;
Grant that we may flourish in the Courts of our God, and increase in every Grace;
n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc vvi p-acp d n1;
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be strengthened with Might in the Inward Man against all Temptations, and so may run, with patience, the Race that is set before us;
be strengthened with Might in the Inward Man against all Temptations, and so may run, with patience, the Raze that is Set before us;
vbb vvn p-acp vmd p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n2, cc av vmb vvi, p-acp n1, dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno12;
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Bless the Royal Family with a great Encrease, prosper it with all Happiness, and let it be always Instrumental to ours.
Bless the Royal Family with a great Increase, prosper it with all Happiness, and let it be always Instrumental to ours.
np1 dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, vvb pn31 p-acp d n1, cc vvb pn31 vbi av j p-acp png12.
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as may be to His everlasting Salvation: That He may at last change His Earthly Crown for a brighter Heavenly one.
as may be to His everlasting Salvation: That He may At last change His Earthly Crown for a Brighter Heavenly one.
c-acp vmb vbi p-acp po31 j n1: cst pns31 vmb p-acp ord vvi po31 j n1 p-acp dt jc j pi.
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Make him a Glorious and Successful Defender of thy Faith and True Religion, and help Him so to profess and obey it Himself,
Make him a Glorious and Successful Defender of thy Faith and True Religion, and help Him so to profess and obey it Himself,
vvb pno31 dt j cc j n1 pp-f po21 n1 cc j n1, cc vvb pno31 av pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 px31,
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We pray thee let our King enjoy thy peculiar Favour:
We pray thee let our King enjoy thy peculiar Favour:
pns12 vvb pno21 vvb po12 n1 vvb po21 j n1:
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and make us to bring forth answerable Fruit to thy Glory, and our own Peace and Happiness.
and make us to bring forth answerable Fruit to thy Glory, and our own Peace and Happiness.
cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi av j n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc po12 d n1 cc n1.
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We pray thee bless the Nations to which we belong, with a long continuance of thy Gospel in Power and Purity amongst us,
We pray thee bless the nations to which we belong, with a long Continuance of thy Gospel in Power and Purity among us,
pns12 vvb pno21 vvb dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12,
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and in thy due time Redeem Israel, O God, out of all his troubles.
and in thy due time redeem Israel, Oh God, out of all his Troubles.
cc p-acp po21 j-jn n1 vvb np1, uh np1, av pp-f d po31 n2.
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Be Gracious to all our Natural Relations:
Be Gracious to all our Natural Relations:
vbb j p-acp d po12 j n2:
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Oh let thy Grace make them stedfast in the Duries of their Covenant with thee, that they may be Partakers of thy Everlasting Mercies.
O let thy Grace make them steadfast in the Duries of their Covenant with thee, that they may be Partakers of thy Everlasting mercies.
uh vvb po21 n1 vvi pno32 j p-acp dt np1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp pno21, cst pns32 vmb vbi n2 pp-f po21 j n2.
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We yeild thee humble thanks for the Mercies of this Day, especially for the means of Grace,
We yield thee humble thanks for the mercies of this Day, especially for the means of Grace,
pns12 vvb pno21 j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1,
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and all the good Impressions they have made upon us:
and all the good Impressions they have made upon us:
cc d dt j n2 pns32 vhb vvn p-acp pno12:
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Grant that it may abide for ever, and bring forth much good Fruit. We humbly commit our selves to thy Protection this Night,
Grant that it may abide for ever, and bring forth much good Fruit. We humbly commit our selves to thy Protection this Night,
vvb cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp av, cc vvi av d j np1 pns12 av-j vvb po12 n2 p-acp po21 n1 d n1,
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and we beseech thee accept us and all our Services which we offer to thee in the Name of Jesus Christ the Righteous:
and we beseech thee accept us and all our Services which we offer to thee in the Name of jesus christ the Righteous:
cc pns12 vvb pno21 vvb pno12 cc d po12 n2 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 dt j:
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In whose Name and Words we further pray, saying, Our Father, &c,
In whose Name and Words we further pray, saying, Our Father, etc.,
p-acp rg-crq n1 cc n2 pns12 av-jc vvb, vvg, po12 n1, av,
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and the wretched Creatures turn'd from the Power of Satan unto God. Grant thy Church to flourish in all Grace and to abound in every good Work;
and the wretched Creatures turned from the Power of Satan unto God. Grant thy Church to flourish in all Grace and to abound in every good Work;
cc dt j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1. n1 po21 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1;
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Most wretchedly we must confess we have slighted, and forsaken, and broken thy Holy Laws, which are in all things just and good.
Most wretchedly we must confess we have slighted, and forsaken, and broken thy Holy Laws, which Are in all things just and good.
av-ds av-j pns12 vmb vvi pns12 vhb vvn, cc vvn, cc vvn po21 j n2, r-crq vbr p-acp d n2 j cc j.
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Visit we humbly pray thee with the saving Light of thy Gospel, the dark corners of the World, let the works of the Devil be there destroyed,
Visit we humbly pray thee with the Saving Light of thy Gospel, the dark corners of the World, let the works of the devil be there destroyed,
vvb pns12 av-j vvb pno21 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po21 n1, dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbb a-acp vvn,
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and so may be partakers of thy abundant Mercy and Truth:
and so may be partakers of thy abundant Mercy and Truth:
cc av vmb vbi n2 pp-f po21 j n1 cc n1:
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nor suffer'd them to have such Influence upon us as they are worthy to have.
nor suffered them to have such Influence upon us as they Are worthy to have.
ccx vvd pno32 pc-acp vhi d n1 p-acp pno12 c-acp pns32 vbr j pc-acp vhi.
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For we have been negligent of Divine Knowledge, we have not received the Doctrines of the Gospel with that Love and Submission which we ought to have done,
For we have been negligent of Divine Knowledge, we have not received the Doctrines of the Gospel with that Love and Submission which we ought to have done,
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And to our shame we must confess too, that we have left undone those things which we ought to have done.
And to our shame we must confess too, that we have left undone those things which we ought to have done.
cc p-acp po12 n1 pns12 vmb vvi av, cst pns12 vhb vvn vvn d n2 r-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vhi vdn.
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and Temptations of the Devil, and the corrupt Customs and Practices of the World. We have too frequently done those things which we ought not to have done.
and Temptations of the devil, and the corrupt Customs and Practices of the World. We have too frequently done those things which we ought not to have done.
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Alas in many Instances have we broken thy Covenant, and follow'd and obey'd the Lusts of the Flesh,
Alas in many Instances have we broken thy Covenant, and followed and obeyed the Lustiest of the Flesh,
uh p-acp d n2 vhb pns12 vvn po21 n1, cc vvd cc vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n1,
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5173
And in a deep fence of thy Favour herein, We lament O Lord, and we condemn our selves for that we have not lived answerably to it:
And in a deep fence of thy Favour herein, We lament Oh Lord, and we condemn our selves for that we have not lived answerably to it:
cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po21 n1 av, pns12 vvb uh n1, cc pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp cst pns12 vhb xx vvn av-j p-acp pn31:
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And for this thy unspeakable goodness to us we do give thee most hearty thanks.
And for this thy unspeakable Goodness to us we do give thee most hearty thanks.
cc p-acp d po21 j n1 p-acp pno12 pns12 vdb vvi pno21 av-ds j n2.
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We were then devoted to thee, and were admitted thereupon to a right to all thy Favour and Mercy to Sinners:
We were then devoted to thee, and were admitted thereupon to a right to all thy Favour and Mercy to Sinners:
pns12 vbdr av vvn p-acp pno21, cc vbdr vvn av p-acp dt j-jn p-acp d po21 n1 cc n1 p-acp n2:
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for that we were by the kind dispensation of thy Providence in our Baptism engag'd in this happy Covenant:
for that we were by the kind Dispensation of thy Providence in our Baptism engaged in this happy Covenant:
c-acp cst pns12 vbdr p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp po12 n1 vvn p-acp d j n1:
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5169
And we have further reason to bless and praise thy mercy towards us in particular, who are here before thee,
And we have further reason to bless and praise thy mercy towards us in particular, who Are Here before thee,
cc pns12 vhb jc n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp j, r-crq vbr av p-acp pno21,
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by whose gracious undertaking, and by whose most precious Blood, this Favour was procur'd.
by whose gracious undertaking, and by whose most precious Blood, this Favour was procured.
p-acp rg-crq j n-vvg, cc p-acp rg-crq av-ds j n1, d n1 vbds vvn.
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5167
We give especially most humble and hearty thanks for the kind and necessary Mediation of the Son of God:
We give especially most humble and hearty thanks for the kind and necessary Mediation of the Son of God:
pns12 vvb av-j av-ds j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1:
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5186
O give us the Assistance of thy Grace, that we may duly keep it, and walk before thee in Righteousness and Holiness all our days,
O give us the Assistance of thy Grace, that we may duly keep it, and walk before thee in Righteousness and Holiness all our days,
sy vvb pno12 dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cst pns12 vmb av-jn vvi pn31, cc vvi p-acp pno21 p-acp n1 cc n1 d po12 n2,
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Thou hast condescended to offer us again thy Favour upon Gracious and easie terms: And hast proposed to us a New Covenant whereby we may be saved.
Thou hast condescended to offer us again thy Favour upon Gracious and easy terms: And hast proposed to us a New Covenant whereby we may be saved.
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and do desire that it may ever hereafter remain inviolate.
and do desire that it may ever hereafter remain inviolate.
cc vdb vvi cst pn31 vmb av av vvi j.
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5184
We return to thee with full purpose of Soul, we heartily renew our Covenant with thee,
We return to thee with full purpose of Soul, we heartily renew our Covenant with thee,
pns12 vvb p-acp pno21 p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, pns12 av-j vvb po12 n1 p-acp pno21,
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5183
and accept of us who desire to return to thee: Let us we beseech thee find favour with thee and live.
and accept of us who desire to return to thee: Let us we beseech thee find favour with thee and live.
cc vvb pp-f pno12 r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21: vvb pno12 pns12 vvi pno21 vvb n1 p-acp pno21 cc vvi.
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5160
Thou hast laid thy Laws upon us; and we ought to make them the sole rule of our Actions.
Thou hast laid thy Laws upon us; and we ought to make them the sole Rule of our Actions.
pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n2 p-acp pno12; cc pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi pno32 dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2.
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5159
Thou hast made all things of thy self; and we ought to set our selves to live for thy Glory.
Thou hast made all things of thy self; and we ought to Set our selves to live for thy Glory.
pns21 vh2 vvn d n2 pp-f po21 n1; cc pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1.
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THE PRAYER. O Eternal God! Lord of Heaven and Earth; Creator, and Owner, and Preserver, and rightful Sovereign over us.
THE PRAYER. Oh Eternal God! Lord of Heaven and Earth; Creator, and Owner, and Preserver, and rightful Sovereign over us.
dt n1. uh j np1 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc j n-jn p-acp pno12.
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5165
And we must needs admire and praise thy wonderful goodness to Mankind in that thou hast not for this, past an irrevocable sentence of Damnation upon us.
And we must needs admire and praise thy wondered Goodness to Mankind in that thou hast not for this, passed an irrevocable sentence of Damnation upon us.
cc pns12 vmb av vvi cc vvi po21 j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp cst pns21 vh2 xx p-acp d, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12.
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and is Rebellion, Ingratitude, and Injustice against thee, as well as affront to thy most Glorious Perfections.
and is Rebellion, Ingratitude, and Injustice against thee, as well as affront to thy most Glorious Perfections.
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We must therefore condemn and abhor all the wickedness of the World, which contradicts that Honour and Obedience which is thy due;
We must Therefore condemn and abhor all the wickedness of the World, which contradicts that Honour and obedience which is thy due;
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and of our Happiness in the injoyment of it. Thou requirest herein no more than what is naturally and indispensably due to thee.
and of our Happiness in the enjoyment of it. Thou requirest herein no more than what is naturally and indispensably due to thee.
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5161
And it is very Just and Righteous that thou hast always made our doing so the necessary condition of thy Favour,
And it is very Just and Righteous that thou hast always made our doing so the necessary condition of thy Favour,
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5182
tho we have rebell'd against thee. O Father of Mercies forgive us we pray thee all that is past;
though we have rebelled against thee. O Father of mercies forgive us we pray thee all that is past;
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(69) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5181
But, O Lord, we are told, that to the Lord our God belong Mercy and Forgiveness,
But, Oh Lord, we Are told, that to the Lord our God belong Mercy and Forgiveness,
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(69) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5180
We must own, that we have hereby rendred our selves utterly unworthy of thy Favour and Mercy:
We must own, that we have hereby rendered our selves utterly unworthy of thy Favour and Mercy:
pns12 vmb vvi, cst pns12 vhb av vvn po12 n2 av-j j pp-f po21 n1 cc n1:
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5523
We give thanks for the Mercies of this Day, for thy Blessed Ordinances, and all the happy Influences of them:
We give thanks for the mercies of this Day, for thy Blessed Ordinances, and all the happy Influences of them:
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5524
Let us live under such Influence all our days.
Let us live under such Influence all our days.
vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d n1 d po12 n2.
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5525
Be thou our protection in the Night, the guide of our Ways, the end of our Race,
Be thou our protection in the Night, the guide of our Ways, the end of our Raze,
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5526
and our Portion for ever, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
and our Portion for ever, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen. OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5527
Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread.
Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bred.
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5528
And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil:
And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us. And led us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil:
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5529
For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever, Amen.
For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever, Amen.
c-acp png21 vbz dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1, c-acp av, cc av, uh-n.
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5504
We pray thee O Lord, lift up the light of thy Countenance upon us; satisfie us early with thy Mercy;
We pray thee Oh Lord, lift up the Light of thy Countenance upon us; satisfy us early with thy Mercy;
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let us know that thou art reconcil'd, and that we are receiv'd into Favour with thee;
let us know that thou art reconciled, and that we Are received into Favour with thee;
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5506
so shall we rejoyce and be glad all our Days; for thy loving kindness O Lord is better than Life.
so shall we rejoice and be glad all our Days; for thy loving kindness Oh Lord is better than Life.
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5507
Bestow upon us according to thy Wisdom and Mercy, what thou seest most needful and convenient for us of the good things of this World;
Bestow upon us according to thy Wisdom and Mercy, what thou See most needful and convenient for us of the good things of this World;
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5508
that we may to the more purpose live to thy Glory here, and may be assisted in working out our own Salvation.
that we may to the more purpose live to thy Glory Here, and may be assisted in working out our own Salvation.
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5509
We humbly remember before thee thy Son's precious Death in the behalf of Mankind;
We humbly Remember before thee thy Son's precious Death in the behalf of Mankind;
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5510
praying that the Earth may be fill'd with a saving Knowledge of the Lord as Waters cover the Sea. We humbly pray for the Welfare and Prosperity of thy Church;
praying that the Earth may be filled with a Saving Knowledge of the Lord as Waters cover the Sea. We humbly pray for the Welfare and Prosperity of thy Church;
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5511
give it every where Peace, and a great Encrease of all Grace and Vertue.
give it every where Peace, and a great Increase of all Grace and Virtue.
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5512
Be Gracious to the Land of our Nativity, Pardon all our Sins, and let not our Iniquities withhold good things from us.
Be Gracious to the Land of our Nativity, Pardon all our Sins, and let not our Iniquities withhold good things from us.
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5513
Continue thy Word and Sacraments in the pure Administrations of them among us;
Continue thy Word and Sacraments in the pure Administrations of them among us;
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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make us diligently to attend them, and let thy Blessing make them always very profitable to the promoting of our Grace, and Comfort, and Salvation.
make us diligently to attend them, and let thy Blessing make them always very profitable to the promoting of our Grace, and Comfort, and Salvation.
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5515
We recommend to thy peculiar Favour our most Gracious King:
We recommend to thy peculiar Favour our most Gracious King:
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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THE PRAYER. INfinite and Eternal God! The Author of our Being, and Lord of all Things.
THE PRAYER. INfinite and Eternal God! The Author of our Being, and Lord of all Things.
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5484
Thou art he to whom we owe the Homage and Obedience of Creatures; and the thankful Acknowledgment, that we derive all that we have and are from thee:
Thou art he to whom we owe the Homage and obedience of Creatures; and the thankful Acknowledgment, that we derive all that we have and Are from thee:
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5485
We ought, O Lord, to shew forth thy Praise, not only with our Lips but in our Lives;
We ought, Oh Lord, to show forth thy Praise, not only with our Lips but in our Lives;
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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by giving up our selves intirely to thy service, making that our main business and concern in the World,
by giving up our selves entirely to thy service, making that our main business and concern in the World,
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and walking before thee in Righteousness and Holiness all our days. But alas, how sadly have we forgotten this our Duty!
and walking before thee in Righteousness and Holiness all our days. But alas, how sadly have we forgotten this our Duty!
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5488
How greatly have we contradicted it;
How greatly have we contradicted it;
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and how much have we fallen short of the Honour and Glory we ought to have paid.
and how much have we fallen short of the Honour and Glory we ought to have paid.
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Lord we are ashamed, we abhor our selves at the remembrance of our Sins; we own that we have provoked thy most just Wrath and Indignation against us:
Lord we Are ashamed, we abhor our selves At the remembrance of our Sins; we own that we have provoked thy most just Wrath and Indignation against us:
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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That we are less than the least of all thy Mercies;
That we Are less than the least of all thy mercies;
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have forfeited all which we have, and render'd our selves utterly unworthy to ask what we want.
have forfeited all which we have, and rendered our selves utterly unworthy to ask what we want.
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In this deplorable case we had been destitute of all Hope, if thy Wisdom and Compassion had not allow'd, and appointed us a Mediator:
In this deplorable case we had been destitute of all Hope, if thy Wisdom and Compassion had not allowed, and appointed us a Mediator:
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So that we have now an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the Righteous; and he is the Propitiation for our Sins.
So that we have now an Advocate with the Father, jesus christ the Righteous; and he is the Propitiation for our Sins.
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Oh we thank thee with all our hearts, for thine Inestimable Love in the Redemption of the World by our Lord Jesus Christ.
O we thank thee with all our hearts, for thine Inestimable Love in the Redemption of the World by our Lord jesus christ.
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And we hope, that having so loved us, as to give thine only begotten Son to die a Sacrifice for our Sins.
And we hope, that having so loved us, as to give thine only begotten Son to die a Sacrifice for our Sins.
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Thou wilt not deny us any thing that is necessary to our Salvation. Behold and regard we pray thee thy Sons precious Blood;
Thou wilt not deny us any thing that is necessary to our Salvation. Behold and regard we pray thee thy Sons precious Blood;
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accept of his Death instead of ours; on that we rely: Oh let it always be interposed between us and thy just Displeasure.
accept of his Death instead of ours; on that we rely: O let it always be interposed between us and thy just Displeasure.
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5499
Upon the account of that, we beseech thee, Pardon all our Sins: Purge us with Hysop and we shall be clean;
Upon the account of that, we beseech thee, Pardon all our Sins: Purge us with Hyssop and we shall be clean;
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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wash and sprinkle us with that Blood, and we shall be whiter than Snow. Teach us, that denying all ungodliness and worldly Lusts, we may live Soberly, and Righteously,
wash and sprinkle us with that Blood, and we shall be Whiter than Snow. Teach us, that denying all ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, we may live Soberly, and Righteously,
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and Godly in this present World. Inable us by thy Grace to die unto Sin, and live unto Righteousness:
and Godly in this present World. Inable us by thy Grace to die unto since, and live unto Righteousness:
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5502
Grant that through the Holy Spirit dwelling and ruling in us, we may mortifie the Deeds of the Body,
Grant that through the Holy Spirit Dwelling and ruling in us, we may mortify the deeds of the Body,
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5503
and live a Holy Life, keeping a Conscience void of Offence both towards God and towards Men.
and live a Holy Life, keeping a Conscience void of Offence both towards God and towards Men.
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5516
Give him long Health and Life, encrease of Riches and Honour, and great success in his Endeavours to promote thy Glory,
Give him long Health and Life, increase of Riches and Honour, and great success in his Endeavours to promote thy Glory,
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5517
and our Happiness, as thou hast given Him a great desire to do both. Bless and prosper the Royal Family;
and our Happiness, as thou hast given Him a great desire to do both. Bless and prosper the Royal Family;
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5518
let it continue for ever, and for ever be great a Blessing to these Nations.
let it continue for ever, and for ever be great a Blessing to these nations.
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5519
We pray for those that Minister in Holy Things, that they may be fill'd with true Wisdom;
We pray for those that Minister in Holy Things, that they may be filled with true Wisdom;
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5520
may despise the Temptations of this World, may be excellent Examples of Piety and Vertue; and save themselves, and those committed to their Charge.
may despise the Temptations of this World, may be excellent Examples of Piety and Virtue; and save themselves, and those committed to their Charge.
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5521
We pray for all our Natural Relations; be thou a Father and a Friend to them;
We pray for all our Natural Relations; be thou a Father and a Friend to them;
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5522
make them to Love, Fear and Honour thee, and diligently to live after thy Commandments, and do thou delight in them to do them Good.
make them to Love, fear and Honour thee, and diligently to live After thy commandments, and do thou delight in them to do them Good.
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(73) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5824
Grant that we may be thereby furnished for every good Work, that we may derive from them Strength and Power, to subdue all our Corruptions, to resist Temptations from the World and the Devil.
Grant that we may be thereby furnished for every good Work, that we may derive from them Strength and Power, to subdue all our Corruptions, to resist Temptations from the World and the devil.
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5801
THE PRAYER. O Most merciful and gracious God! who art abundant in Goodness and in Truth.
THE PRAYER. Oh Most merciful and gracious God! who art abundant in goodness and in Truth.
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5802
Thou, O Lord, we thank thee, dost make it gloriously appear, that thou delightest not in the death of sinners,
Thou, Oh Lord, we thank thee, dost make it gloriously appear, that thou delightest not in the death of Sinners,
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(77) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5803
but had rather that they should turn to thee and live. Those whom thou mightest justly destroy, thou affordest them means of attaining their salvation:
but had rather that they should turn to thee and live. Those whom thou Mightest justly destroy, thou affordest them means of attaining their salvation:
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5804
And to them who deserve thy utmost Wrath and Displeasure, dost thou offer thy Favour and Love, upon reasonable and easie terms:
And to them who deserve thy utmost Wrath and Displeasure, dost thou offer thy Favour and Love, upon reasonable and easy terms:
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(77) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5805
Yea, such is thy incomparable Goodness, that thou art ready, if we will seriously use the appointed Means of Grace, to afford us the Grace which shall inable us to perform the Conditions of thy Favour.
Yea, such is thy incomparable goodness, that thou art ready, if we will seriously use the appointed Means of Grace, to afford us the Grace which shall inable us to perform the Conditions of thy Favour.
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(77) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5806
We give thee thanks, O Lord, for this thy wonderful Goodness towards the Children of Men:
We give thee thanks, Oh Lord, for this thy wondered goodness towards the Children of Men:
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(77) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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5807
And we bless thee for thy Favour to us in particular, in giving us, by the Preaching of thy Gospel, the knowledge of this thy Grace and Favour.
And we bless thee for thy Favour to us in particular, in giving us, by the Preaching of thy Gospel, the knowledge of this thy Grace and Favour.
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5808
We admire and praise, O Lord, thy Mercy, for all thy Goodness and loving Kindness to us,
We admire and praise, Oh Lord, thy Mercy, for all thy goodness and loving Kindness to us,
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and for thy great and tender Care for our Everlasting Happiness.
and for thy great and tender Care for our Everlasting Happiness.
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We utterly condemn and abhor our selves for all our neglect of thee, for all the ingratitude and rebellion of our sins against thee.
We utterly condemn and abhor our selves for all our neglect of thee, for all the ingratitude and rebellion of our Sins against thee.
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We are asham'd to think, that ever we should do any thing contrary to the Honour and Reverence which we owe thee:
We Are ashamed to think, that ever we should do any thing contrary to the Honour and reverence which we owe thee:
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We hate our selves for all that we have done offensive to the pure Eyes of thy Glory;
We hate our selves for all that we have done offensive to the pure Eyes of thy Glory;
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and it especially grieves us, O Lord, that we should shew our selves unwilling to be converted unto thee, that we should add Obstinacy to our Wickedness;
and it especially grieves us, Oh Lord, that we should show our selves unwilling to be converted unto thee, that we should add Obstinacy to our Wickedness;
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that we have not been so ready as we should to comply with the gracious Terms of the Gospel;
that we have not been so ready as we should to comply with the gracious Terms of the Gospel;
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we have not thankfully embraced the Offers of Reconciliation with thee, but have slighted and refused them.
we have not thankfully embraced the Offers of Reconciliation with thee, but have slighted and refused them.
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We acknowledge, O Lord, the greatest Wrath to be due to us, who have slighted the Means of Grace,
We acknowledge, Oh Lord, the greatest Wrath to be due to us, who have slighted the Means of Grace,
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and, by our Carelesness, have render'd them weak and ineffectual upon us. O Lord, deal not with us as our Iniquities do deserve.
and, by our Carelessness, have rendered them weak and ineffectual upon us. O Lord, deal not with us as our Iniquities do deserve.
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Pardon all our past Offences, and accept our Humiliation and Repentance, which we humbly offer thee, through the Merits and Mediation of Jesus Christ.
Pardon all our past Offences, and accept our Humiliation and Repentance, which we humbly offer thee, through the Merits and Mediation of jesus christ.
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We purpose, for the future, to return unto thee;
We purpose, for the future, to return unto thee;
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we will earnestly seek thy Grace in the diligent use of the Means which thou hast appointed.
we will earnestly seek thy Grace in the diligent use of the Means which thou hast appointed.
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We pray thee, keep us stedfast to such a Resolution:
We pray thee, keep us steadfast to such a Resolution:
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And let thy Word, and all thy Blessed Ordinances, by thy Blessing, have a mighty Influence and Power upon us:
And let thy Word, and all thy Blessed Ordinances, by thy Blessing, have a mighty Influence and Power upon us:
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Let them accomplish in us all the good Purposes for which thou hast appointed them:
Let them accomplish in us all the good Purposes for which thou hast appointed them:
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Teach us, that denying all Ungodliness and Worldly Lusts, we may live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present World.
Teach us, that denying all Ungodliness and Worldly Lustiest, we may live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present World.
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Let us, by our attendance in thy House, be as Trees planted by the Rivers of Water, bringing forth our Fruit in due season.
Let us, by our attendance in thy House, be as Trees planted by the rivers of Water, bringing forth our Fruit in due season.
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Grant us so to live always, as that our Conversations may adorn the Doctrin of God our Saviour,
Grant us so to live always, as that our Conversations may adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour,
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and our Light may so shine before Men, that they, seeing our good Works, may glorifie our Father which is in Heaven.
and our Light may so shine before Men, that they, seeing our good Works, may Glorify our Father which is in Heaven.
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By a constant Communion with thee here, in the Assemblies of thy Saints, let us be fitted more and more for a nearer and more happy Communion with thee among the Spirits of Just Men made perfect in thy Heavenly Kingdom.
By a constant Communion with thee Here, in the Assemblies of thy Saints, let us be fitted more and more for a nearer and more happy Communion with thee among the Spirits of Just Men made perfect in thy Heavenly Kingdom.
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We heartily pray, O Lord, that the Sound of thy glorious Gospel may go out into all the World;
We heartily pray, Oh Lord, that the Found of thy glorious Gospel may go out into all the World;
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that the Earth may be fill'd with the knowledge of the Lord, as the Waters cover the Sea. We pray, that thy Church may be always abundantly furnish'd with faithful, able, and industrious Pastors;
that the Earth may be filled with the knowledge of the Lord, as the Waters cover the Sea. We pray, that thy Church may be always abundantly furnished with faithful, able, and Industria Pastors;
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and let them be encourag'd with a teachable and obedient People, and with great success in their Labours, in turning many to Righteousness.
and let them be encouraged with a teachable and obedient People, and with great success in their Labours, in turning many to Righteousness.
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O Lord, be merciful to that part of thy Church to which we belong:
O Lord, be merciful to that part of thy Church to which we belong:
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Make us sensible how much we are oblig'd, who enjoy so abundantly the Means of Grace and Salvation;
Make us sensible how much we Are obliged, who enjoy so abundantly the Means of Grace and Salvation;
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sensible, that to whom much is given, of them much will be required; and industrious, to bring forth Fruit answerable to the Means afforded us.
sensible, that to whom much is given, of them much will be required; and Industria, to bring forth Fruit answerable to the Means afforded us.
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Bless, we pray thee, our most gracious King with all Spiritual and Temporal Blessings:
Bless, we pray thee, our most gracious King with all Spiritual and Temporal Blessings:
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Grant him always the Grace to be a zealous Defender of thy Truth and Worship, a nursing Father to thy Church;
Grant him always the Grace to be a zealous Defender of thy Truth and Worship, a nursing Father to thy Church;
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and do thou also defend and prosper him. Grant, that he may long reign over us:
and do thou also defend and prosper him. Grant, that he may long Reign over us:
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And that our Royal Family may for ever afford us such excellent Governors. Bless all our Relations and Friends, and forgive our Enemies and turn their Hearts.
And that our Royal Family may for ever afford us such excellent Governors. Bless all our Relations and Friends, and forgive our Enemies and turn their Hearts.
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Grant, we beseech thee, that the Words which we have heard this Day, may, by thy Grace, be so ingrafted in our Hearts,
Grant, we beseech thee, that the Words which we have herd this Day, may, by thy Grace, be so ingrafted in our Hearts,
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as to bring forth the Fruit of good Living in our Conversations, to thy glory. Keep us, we beseech thee in safety this Night;
as to bring forth the Fruit of good Living in our Conversations, to thy glory. Keep us, we beseech thee in safety this Night;
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give us comfortable Rest, and let thy renew'd Mercies the next Morning fit us for all our Duties,
give us comfortable Rest, and let thy renewed mercies the next Morning fit us for all our Duties,
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for the sake of Jesus Christ:
for the sake of jesus christ:
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In whose own words we sum up our Requests, saying, OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
In whose own words we sum up our Requests, saying, OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
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Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread.
Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bred.
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And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil:
And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us. And led us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil:
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For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever, Amen.
For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever, Amen.
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O Lord, we are ashamed of all our neglects, and of the Sinful Omissions of the good which we ought to have done.
O Lord, we Are ashamed of all our neglects, and of the Sinful Omissions of the good which we ought to have done.
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and for that we have too often neglected to return thee our daily, and solemn Praises for thy daily benefits heaped upon us.
and for that we have too often neglected to return thee our daily, and solemn Praises for thy daily benefits heaped upon us.
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We have reason to abhor our selves, for having been at all forgetful of thee who art always mindful of us,
We have reason to abhor our selves, for having been At all forgetful of thee who art always mindful of us,
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We have been foolish and negligent of our own Interest, when we have neglected our Prayers.
We have been foolish and negligent of our own Interest, when we have neglected our Prayers.
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and for our negiect of Prayer.
and for our negiect of Prayer.
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But when we consider our Obligation, and the Occasion we have to Worship and Seek to thee, We are forced to condemn our selves for all our indifferency towards this duty,
But when we Consider our Obligation, and the Occasion we have to Worship and Seek to thee, We Are forced to condemn our selves for all our indifferency towards this duty,
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and further us with thy continual help, and bring those desires to good effect; Work in us to will and do that which is good.
and further us with thy continual help, and bring those Desires to good Effect; Work in us to will and do that which is good.
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We have always need to say, prevent us, O Lord, with thy most Gracious Favour, stir up in our hearts at all times good desires,
We have always need to say, prevent us, Oh Lord, with thy most Gracious Favour, stir up in our hearts At all times good Desires,
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Without thee, alas, and thy constant Assistance, we can do nothing that is good.
Without thee, alas, and thy constant Assistance, we can do nothing that is good.
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Neither do we less depend, O Lord, upon thy powerful Grace for every good Thought, or Word, or Work:
Neither do we less depend, Oh Lord, upon thy powerful Grace for every good Thought, or Word, or Work:
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and all the supports and comforts of our Life from thy Bounty, and the benefit and comfort of them from thy Blessing.
and all the supports and comforts of our Life from thy Bounty, and the benefit and Comfort of them from thy Blessing.
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for we have our continual dependance upon thee, we cannot subsist one moment without thy upholding influence, we derive our food and raiment,
for we have our continual dependence upon thee, we cannot subsist one moment without thy upholding influence, we derive our food and raiment,
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And we must own, we have great occasion and necessity to address to thee our humble requests and supplications;
And we must own, we have great occasion and necessity to address to thee our humble requests and supplications;
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and for thy Wonderful Goodness to the Children of Men.
and for thy Wondered goodness to the Children of Men.
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And thou art worthy that we Adore and Reverence, and Praise thee in the best manner we can, both for the excellent Perfections of thy Nature,
And thou art worthy that we Adore and reverence, and Praise thee in the best manner we can, both for the excellent Perfections of thy Nature,
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To thee O Lord, is all our Adoration, and Worship, and Homage due:
To thee Oh Lord, is all our Adoration, and Worship, and Homage due:
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THE PRAYER. ALmighty, Everlasting God, Maker of Heaven and Earth, and Preserver of all things. Thou art the Fountain Good, the Author and Giver of every good, and perfect Gift.
THE PRAYER. ALmighty, Everlasting God, Maker of Heaven and Earth, and Preserver of all things. Thou art the Fountain Good, the Author and Giver of every good, and perfect Gift.
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For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever, Amen.
For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever, Amen.
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And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil:
And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us. And led us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil:
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Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread.
Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bred.
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All we humbly ask in the Name of Jesus Christ, in whose words we conclude our poor Addresses, saying, OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
All we humbly ask in the Name of jesus christ, in whose words we conclude our poor Addresses, saying, OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
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if it be thy good Pleasure.
if it be thy good Pleasure.
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We implore thy Gracious Protection this Night, and that we may have comfortable rest, and yet continue to praise and serve thee in this World,
We implore thy Gracious Protection this Night, and that we may have comfortable rest, and yet continue to praise and serve thee in this World,
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and bestow upon us all what is requisite to our living to thy Glory, and our obtaining Everlasting Happiness.
and bestow upon us all what is requisite to our living to thy Glory, and our obtaining Everlasting Happiness.
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Receive our Prayers which we have this day offer'd thee in the Name of Jesus Christ,
Receive our Prayers which we have this day offered thee in the Name of jesus christ,
vvb po12 n2 r-crq pns12 vhb d n1 vvd pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1,
(81) closing_prayer (DIV2)
618
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6136
Do good to all our Relations according to their several necessities;
Do good to all our Relations according to their several necessities;
vdb j p-acp d po12 n2 vvg p-acp po32 j n2;
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6135
and Vertue, as they are in Birth, and let it always be, as at present, the Glory and the Happiness of these Kingdoms.
and Virtue, as they Are in Birth, and let it always be, as At present, the Glory and the Happiness of these Kingdoms.
cc n1, c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp n1, cc vvb pn31 av vbi, c-acp p-acp j, dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d n2.
(81) closing_prayer (DIV2)
618
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6134
We pray thee continue, multiply, and bless the Royal Family, make all the Branches of it Illustrious in Piety, Wisdom,
We pray thee continue, multiply, and bless the Royal Family, make all the Branches of it Illustrious in Piety, Wisdom,
pns12 vvb pno21 vvi, vvb, cc vvb dt j n1, vvb d dt n2 pp-f pn31 j p-acp n1, n1,
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618
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6133
Give him a long Health and Happiness, and upon his Head let his Crown long flourish.
Give him a long Health and Happiness, and upon his Head let his Crown long flourish.
vvb pno31 dt j n1 cc n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 vvb po31 n1 av-j vvi.
(81) closing_prayer (DIV2)
618
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6132
and make thou his Enemies to be at peace with him:
and make thou his Enemies to be At peace with him:
cc vvb pns21 po31 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31:
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618
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6131
We pray for thy abundant Blessings upon our Sovereign Lord King William: Direct him in all his ways, that they may please thee,
We pray for thy abundant Blessings upon our Sovereign Lord King William: Direct him in all his ways, that they may please thee,
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(81) closing_prayer (DIV2)
618
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6130
and unite us one to another again, that we may with one mind, and one mouth glorifie thee our God.
and unite us one to Another again, that we may with one mind, and one Mouth Glorify thee our God.
cc vvb pno12 crd p-acp n-jn av, cst pns12 vmb p-acp crd n1, cc crd n1 vvi pno21 po12 n1.
(81) closing_prayer (DIV2)
618
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6129
Root up all the Tares of false Doctrine, and dividing Principles which the Enemy has sown among us,
Root up all the Tares of false Doctrine, and dividing Principles which the Enemy has sown among us,
vvb a-acp d dt n2 pp-f j n1, cc vvg n2 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12,
(81) closing_prayer (DIV2)
618
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6128
We pray thee look in mercy upon that part of it, which thy right Hand has planted amongst us:
We pray thee look in mercy upon that part of it, which thy right Hand has planted among us:
pns12 vvb pno21 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq po21 j-jn n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12:
(81) closing_prayer (DIV2)
618
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6127
and give it every where the happiness of a peaceable and quiet enjoyment of a pure Worship and Ordinances.
and give it every where the happiness of a peaceable and quiet enjoyment of a pure Worship and Ordinances.
cc vvb pn31 d c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n2.
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618
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6126
Bless thy Church with great encrease of the Knowledge and Love of thee, and of thy Son Jesus Christ;
Bless thy Church with great increase of the Knowledge and Love of thee, and of thy Son jesus christ;
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6125
We humbly pray unto thee for all Mankind, that thou wouldest be pleased to reveal thy self to them that know thee not, that all the People may praise thee.
We humbly pray unto thee for all Mankind, that thou Wouldst be pleased to reveal thy self to them that know thee not, that all the People may praise thee.
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6124
Grant us in this World knowledge of thy Truth, and in the World to come, Life Everlasting.
Grant us in this World knowledge of thy Truth, and in the World to come, Life Everlasting.
vvb pno12 p-acp d n1 n1 pp-f po21 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, n1 j.
(81) closing_prayer (DIV2)
617
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6123
and grant us we pray thee at all times such encouragement in the gracious answer of our Prayers as may be most expedient for us;
and grant us we pray thee At all times such encouragement in the gracious answer of our Prayers as may be most expedient for us;
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(81) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6122
Increase we pray thee, our too weak Faith: Help us to rely upon thy Mercy through the Merits, and Mediation of Jesus Christ;
Increase we pray thee, our too weak Faith: Help us to rely upon thy Mercy through the Merits, and Mediation of jesus christ;
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(81) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6121
Grant us the Grace to Worship thee in Spirit and in Truth, with Reverence and Godly Fear, with Fervency and Devotion.
Grant us the Grace to Worship thee in Spirit and in Truth, with reverence and Godly fear, with Fervency and Devotion.
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6120
Make us to encline to thy Worship, to take delight in it, and to rejoyce at the happy opportunities which we have of paying thee the greatest and most Publick Honour.
Make us to incline to thy Worship, to take delight in it, and to rejoice At the happy opportunities which we have of paying thee the greatest and most Public Honour.
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6119
We therefore beseech thee to pour upon us the Spirit of Grace and Supplication.
We Therefore beseech thee to pour upon us the Spirit of Grace and Supplication.
pns12 av vvb pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(81) closing_prayer (DIV2)
617
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6118
But we must come unto thee O Lord, even with this request, that thou wouldst teach us to Pray.
But we must come unto thee Oh Lord, even with this request, that thou Wouldst teach us to Pray.
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(81) closing_prayer (DIV2)
617
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6117
We will endeavour to perform it for the future in the best manner that we can.
We will endeavour to perform it for the future in the best manner that we can.
pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j-jn p-acp dt js n1 cst pns12 vmb.
(81) closing_prayer (DIV2)
617
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6116
We pray thee pardon us what is past, and accept of us now, desiring and purposing to return to our Duty.
We pray thee pardon us what is past, and accept of us now, desiring and purposing to return to our Duty.
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(81) closing_prayer (DIV2)
617
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617
Of thy abundant Mercy O Lord, favour and pity Mankind;
Of thy abundant Mercy Oh Lord, favour and pity Mankind;
pp-f po21 j n1 uh n1, n1 cc vvi n1;
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590
Tho' Clouds and Darkness are round about Thee, yet Justice and Judgment are Thy eternal Habitation.
Though Clouds and Darkness Are round about Thee, yet justice and Judgement Are Thy Eternal Habitation.
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591
We reverence, and adore, and Praise Thee O God, for all Thy Works. We owe an entire Resignation and Submission to all Thy Dispensations.
We Reverence, and adore, and Praise Thee Oh God, for all Thy Works. We owe an entire Resignation and Submission to all Thy Dispensations.
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592
If thou in any thing afflict us it is in Faithfulness, in Equity, and hitherto thou hast always done it in Mercy;
If thou in any thing afflict us it is in Faithfulness, in Equity, and hitherto thou hast always done it in Mercy;
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(13) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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593
O Lord, we owe Thee most hearty Thanks and Praise, for that thou hast only afflicted those whom thou mightest justly have destroy'd.
Oh Lord, we owe Thee most hearty Thanks and Praise, for that thou hast only afflicted those whom thou Mightest justly have destroyed.
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609
and let the Fruit of it be to take away our Sins, to make us partakers of Thy Holiness, that so it may promote our future Happiness and Glory.
and let the Fruit of it be to take away our Sins, to make us partakers of Thy Holiness, that so it may promote our future Happiness and Glory.
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608
Let Thy Mercy order, that we may never be afflicted above what we are able to bear;
Let Thy Mercy order, that we may never be afflicted above what we Are able to bear;
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(13) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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607
and eternal Rest and Peace are found.
and Eternal Rest and Peace Are found.
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624
Bless the Land of our Nativity with Plenty and Peace, and make us to love and fear Thee,
Bless the Land of our Nativity with Plenty and Peace, and make us to love and Fear Thee,
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625
and diligently to live after Thy Commands.
and diligently to live After Thy Commands.
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594
We humble our selves before Thee O Lord, and do confess there is nothing we have suffer'd,
We humble our selves before Thee Oh Lord, and do confess there is nothing we have suffered,
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606
and make us remove our Affections from hence, where there is no perfect Rest and Happiness, no solid Satisfaction, to that better World where true Joy,
and make us remove our Affections from hence, where there is no perfect Rest and Happiness, no solid Satisfaction, to that better World where true Joy,
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605
And of Thy great Mercy bless and sanctifie to us all that we endure. Grant that it may wean us from this vain uncertain World;
And of Thy great Mercy bless and sanctify to us all that we endure. Grant that it may wean us from this vain uncertain World;
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604
And let us so be free from the Terrors of a Guilty Conscience under our outward Afflictions:
And let us so be free from the Terrors of a Guilty Conscience under our outward Afflictions:
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603
We pray Thee O Lord, for the Sacrifice and Attonement of the Death of Christ, forgive us all our Sins, which we do earnestly repent of, and purpose to forsake:
We pray Thee Oh Lord, for the Sacrifice and Atonement of the Death of christ, forgive us all our Sins, which we do earnestly Repent of, and purpose to forsake:
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602
In Patience let us possess our own Souls, and enjoy such a Peace as the World can neither give nor take away.
In Patience let us possess our own Souls, and enjoy such a Peace as the World can neither give nor take away.
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626
We thank Thee for the Mercy thou shewest us after the time wherein we were plagued.
We thank Thee for the Mercy thou shewest us After the time wherein we were plagued.
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627
We heartily pray Thee, to Bless and preserve our most Gracious King, whose Wisdom, and Courage,
We heartily pray Thee, to Bless and preserve our most Gracious King, whose Wisdom, and Courage,
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628
and Goodness, thou hast made the happy Instrument of our present Tranquility.
and goodness, thou hast made the happy Instrument of our present Tranquillity.
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629
Lord teach us all our Duties towards him, and Grant him a long and happy Reign amongst us to Thy Glory, His own Comfort, and our Welfare.
Lord teach us all our Duties towards him, and Grant him a long and happy Reign among us to Thy Glory, His own Comfort, and our Welfare.
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630
Do good we beseech Thee, to all our Relations, and let their present Welfare and eternal Happiness be always Thy Gracious Care.
Do good we beseech Thee, to all our Relations, and let their present Welfare and Eternal Happiness be always Thy Gracious Care.
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631
We give Thee hearty Thanks, for the Mercies of this day Spiritual, and Temporal. Pity those that want what we enjoy.
We give Thee hearty Thanks, for the mercies of this day Spiritual, and Temporal. Pity those that want what we enjoy.
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(13) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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595
but is less than our Iniquities have deserv'd: After all we are wonderful Monuments of Thy Patience:
but is less than our Iniquities have deserved: After all we Are wondered Monuments of Thy Patience:
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632
Vouchsafe to keep us this Night in Safety, and evermore Bless and Defend us, for the Sake of Jesus Christ our Mediator and Advocate.
Vouchsafe to keep us this Night in Safety, and evermore Bless and Defend us, for the Sake of jesus christ our Mediator and Advocate.
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633
In whose own words we further call upon Thee saying. Our Father, &c.
In whose own words we further call upon Thee saying. Our Father, etc.
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601
Let no Wrongs or Vexations that we receive from Men, ever make us uncharitable or unjust to them.
Let no Wrongs or Vexations that we receive from Men, ever make us uncharitable or unjust to them.
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600
Let not our Afflictions ever cool our Love to Thee, or make us a weary or negligent of our Duty.
Let not our Afflictions ever cool our Love to Thee, or make us a weary or negligent of our Duty.
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(13) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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599
Give us O Lord we beseech Thee, a great measure of Patience to attend us in our Pilgrimage on Earth, where Man is born to trouble as the Sparks fly upward.
Give us O Lord we beseech Thee, a great measure of Patience to attend us in our Pilgrimage on Earth, where Man is born to trouble as the Sparks fly upward.
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598
Let this make us silent, and free from all Murmurings, and indecent Expostulations when we suffer.
Let this make us silent, and free from all Murmurings, and indecent Expostulations when we suffer.
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596
Oh teach us we pray Thee, to exercise a due Patience under all the Evils and Afflictions that we may meet with in this Life.
O teach us we pray Thee, to exercise a due Patience under all the Evils and Afflictions that we may meet with in this Life.
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597
Our Sin has brought sorrow and trouble into the World, and we cannot blame any one for it but our selves.
Our since has brought sorrow and trouble into the World, and we cannot blame any one for it but our selves.
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622
Lord if it please Thee, let there be no hurting nor destroying in all Thy Holy Mountain:
Lord if it please Thee, let there be no hurting nor destroying in all Thy Holy Mountain:
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(13) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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623
Give any of thy Servants Patience under their Afflictions, and redeem Israel O God out of all his Troubles.
Give any of thy Servants Patience under their Afflictions, and Redeem Israel Oh God out of all his Troubles.
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610
Make us always to remember our time on Earth is short; we have here no enduring abode;
Make us always to Remember our time on Earth is short; we have Here no enduring Abided;
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(13) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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618
let thy Judgments which are abroad in the Earth, make the Inhabitants of the World to learn Righteousness.
let thy Judgments which Are abroad in the Earth, make the Inhabitants of the World to Learn Righteousness.
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(13) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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615
and buy as if we possest not, and to use this World as not abusing it.
and buy as if we possessed not, and to use this World as not abusing it.
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614
and make us weep as if we wept not, or rejoyce as if we rejoyced not,
and make us weep as if we wept not, or rejoice as if we rejoiced not,
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613
and let this by thy Grace give us a wise and just Indifferency about our Condition here;
and let this by thy Grace give us a wise and just Indifferency about our Condition Here;
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612
we came naked into it, and naked we must go away from it;
we Come naked into it, and naked we must go away from it;
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611
e're long we must be call'd away for ever, and leave all that we ever had in this World:
ever long we must be called away for ever, and leave all that we ever had in this World:
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(13) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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616
Grant us Grace so to bear all the Evils of this Life, that the light Afflictions which are but for a moment, may work for us a far more exceeding and Eternal weight of Glory.
Grant us Grace so to bear all the Evils of this Life, that the Light Afflictions which Are but for a moment, may work for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of Glory.
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619
Pardon and remove the wickedness, and cure the Miseries of Mankind.
Pardon and remove the wickedness, and cure the Misery's of Mankind.
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620
We pray for such a measure of outward Peace and Prosperity to thy Church, as thou seest most conducing to thy Glory,
We pray for such a measure of outward Peace and Prosperity to thy Church, as thou See most conducing to thy Glory,
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and the flourishing of all Piety and Vertue in that.
and the flourishing of all Piety and Virtue in that.
cc dt j-vvg pp-f d n1 cc n1 p-acp d.
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THE PRAYER. MOst Blessed God! Thou art a God of Truth, and without Iniquity; righteous in all Thy Ways, and Holy in all Thy Works.
THE PRAYER. MOst Blessed God! Thou art a God of Truth, and without Iniquity; righteous in all Thy Ways, and Holy in all Thy Works.
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and may come at length to be with him where he is, and may with him continually dwell, who Liveth and Reigneth with thee,
and may come At length to be with him where he is, and may with him continually dwell, who Lives and Reigneth with thee,
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THE PRAYER.
THE PRAYER.
dt n1.
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GReat God! Thou art Infinite and Bounteous Goodness, and from thence didst make every thing at first very good.
GReat God! Thou art Infinite and Bounteous goodness, and from thence didst make every thing At First very good.
j np1 pns21 vb2r j cc j n1, cc p-acp av vdd2 vvi d n1 p-acp ord av j.
(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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All thy Works were perfect and pleasing to thy self; And all things that were capable of Happiness were possest of it.
All thy Works were perfect and pleasing to thy self; And all things that were capable of Happiness were possessed of it.
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A great an noble degree of 〈 ◊ 〉 •ss it pleased thee to design Mankind for,
A great an noble degree of 〈 ◊ 〉 •ss it pleased thee to Design Mankind for,
dt j dt j n1 pp-f 〈 sy 〉 n1-u pn31 vvd pno21 p-acp n1 n1 p-acp,
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and make him capable to attain:
and make him capable to attain:
cc vvi pno31 j pc-acp vvi:
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Thou didst originally design 〈 ◊ 〉 to dwell in thy Presence, and to rejoyce for ever in the enjoyment of thy infinite Love.
Thou didst originally Design 〈 ◊ 〉 to dwell in thy Presence, and to rejoice for ever in the enjoyment of thy infinite Love.
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But, alas, we have wofully sinned against thee, and have depraved and debased our selves.
But, alas, we have woefully sinned against thee, and have depraved and debased our selves.
p-acp, uh, pns12 vhb av-j vvn p-acp pno21, cc vhb vvn cc vvn po12 n2.
(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6434
And instead of the Happiness and Kingdom prepared for us, we are deservedly doom'd to the Everlasting Punishment and Misery which was prepar'd for the Devil and his Angels.
And instead of the Happiness and Kingdom prepared for us, we Are deservedly doomed to the Everlasting Punishment and Misery which was prepared for the devil and his Angels.
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This is a very deplorable fall to our Nature, but we must submit to it, and must needs say, Righteous art thou O Lord, and Just are all thy Judgments.
This is a very deplorable fallen to our Nature, but we must submit to it, and must needs say, Righteous art thou Oh Lord, and Just Are all thy Judgments.
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We fall down and abase our selves before thee, in a sence of our guilt, we condemn, we abhor our selves.
We fallen down and abase our selves before thee, in a sense of our guilt, we condemn, we abhor our selves.
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6437
And we fly to the hope set before us, to Jesus the Mediator of the New Covenant:
And we fly to the hope Set before us, to jesus the Mediator of the New Covenant:
cc pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1:
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Who is the Propitiation for our Sins, and our Advocate with the Father; who sits at thy right Hand, and ever lives to make intercession for us.
Who is the Propitiation for our Sins, and our Advocate with the Father; who sits At thy right Hand, and ever lives to make Intercession for us.
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We praise thee, O Lord, for thine Inestimable Love, in the Redemption of the World by our Lord Jesus Christ:
We praise thee, Oh Lord, for thine Inestimable Love, in the Redemption of the World by our Lord jesus christ:
pns12 vvb pno21, uh n1, p-acp po21 j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po12 n1 np1 np1:
(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We praise thee for his humble Incarnation, and Birth in our Nature, whereby he was made subject to the Law for us.
We praise thee for his humble Incarnation, and Birth in our Nature, whereby he was made Subject to the Law for us.
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We praise thee for the Meritorious Sacrifice of his Death, whereby he was a propitiation for the Sins of Men.
We praise thee for the Meritorious Sacrifice of his Death, whereby he was a propitiation for the Sins of Men.
pns12 vvb pno21 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2.
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We praise thee for his Resurrection from the Dead, whereby thou didst graciously declare the Acceptance of his Sacrifice on our behalf,
We praise thee for his Resurrection from the Dead, whereby thou didst graciously declare the Acceptance of his Sacrifice on our behalf,
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and dost give us hopes to find favour with thee:
and dost give us hope's to find favour with thee:
cc vd2 vvi pno12 n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno21:
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We praise thee for his Glorious Ascension into Heaven, and his fitting at the Right Hand of God, whereby he has taken possession of the Happiness above for us,
We praise thee for his Glorious Ascension into Heaven, and his fitting At the Right Hand of God, whereby he has taken possession of the Happiness above for us,
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and is possest of full Power and Authority to dispence to us the purchases of his precious Death,
and is possessed of full Power and authority to dispense to us the purchases of his precious Death,
cc vbz vvn pp-f j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1,
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and to bring us also to Glory, upon the Terms of the Gospel.
and to bring us also to Glory, upon the Terms of the Gospel.
cc pc-acp vvi pno12 av p-acp n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1.
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Oh Lord for the sake of this Jesus, the Christ, Pardon to us all our past Offences, remember not against us former Iniquities:
O Lord for the sake of this jesus, the christ, Pardon to us all our past Offences, Remember not against us former Iniquities:
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6448
Give us unfeigned Repentance, and receive us into Favour.
Give us unfeigned Repentance, and receive us into Favour.
vvb pno12 j n1, cc vvb pno12 p-acp n1.
(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6449
And grant us, O Lord, the Grace to die unto Sin, and to live unto Righteousness.
And grant us, Oh Lord, the Grace to die unto since, and to live unto Righteousness.
cc vvb pno12, uh n1, dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1.
(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6450
Help us to cleanse our selves from all filthiness both of Flesh and Spirit, and to perfect Holiness in thy Fear.
Help us to cleanse our selves from all filthiness both of Flesh and Spirit, and to perfect Holiness in thy fear.
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Grant that as we do believe thy only begotten Son our Lord Jesus Christ, to have ascended into the Heavens;
Grant that as we do believe thy only begotten Son our Lord jesus christ, to have ascended into the Heavens;
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6452
so we may in heart and mind thither ascend, setting our Affections on things above, not on things on the Earth.
so we may in heart and mind thither ascend, setting our Affections on things above, not on things on the Earth.
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
660
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6453
And so guide us by thy Grace and good Spirit here, that we may steadily follow him,
And so guide us by thy Grace and good Spirit Here, that we may steadily follow him,
cc av vvb pno12 p-acp po21 n1 cc j n1 av, cst pns12 vmb av-j vvi pno31,
(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6455
and the Holy Ghost, one God, World without end.
and the Holy Ghost, one God, World without end.
cc dt j n1, crd np1, n1 p-acp n1.
(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We heartily pray to thee, O Lord, that the Kingdome of Jesus Christ may be extended over all the Earth,
We heartily pray to thee, Oh Lord, that the Kingdom of jesus christ may be extended over all the Earth,
pns12 av-j vvb p-acp pno21, uh n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1,
(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
661
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and that the Heathen may be given to him for his Inheritance, and the uttermost parts of the Earth for his possession.
and that the Heathen may be given to him for his Inheritance, and the uttermost parts of the Earth for his possession.
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We pray for the good Estate of the Catholick Church, that it may be guided by thy good Spirit according to the Laws of the Gospel, that it may flourish in all true Piety and Vertue,
We pray for the good Estate of the Catholic Church, that it may be guided by thy good Spirit according to the Laws of the Gospel, that it may flourish in all true Piety and Virtue,
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and may enjoy tranquility and Peace. We humbly recommend to thy Mercy the Land of our Nativity.
and may enjoy tranquillity and Peace. We humbly recommend to thy Mercy the Land of our Nativity.
cc vmb vvi n1 cc n1. pns12 av-j vvb p-acp po21 n1 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1.
(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Pardon, O Lord, our Iniquities, and let them not withhold good things from us:
Pardon, Oh Lord, our Iniquities, and let them not withhold good things from us:
n1, uh n1, po12 n2, cc vvb pno32 xx vvi j n2 p-acp pno12:
(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
661
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Grant us always to enjoy the blessed Ordinances of thy Gospel, and to find a sweet and mighty Influence of them upon our hearts,
Grant us always to enjoy the blessed Ordinances of thy Gospel, and to find a sweet and mighty Influence of them upon our hearts,
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and to express it in our Lives.
and to express it in our Lives.
cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2.
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And we pray thee be our defence against all the Enemies of thy true Religion Established among us.
And we pray thee be our defence against all the Enemies of thy true Religion Established among us.
cc pns12 vvb pno21 vbi po12 n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po21 j n1 vvn p-acp pno12.
(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
661
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6464
Bless, in particular, our most Gracious King, and all the Royal Family, bestow upon them all Temporal and Spiritual Blessings, the happiness of this Life on Earth,
Bless, in particular, our most Gracious King, and all the Royal Family, bestow upon them all Temporal and Spiritual Blessings, the happiness of this Life on Earth,
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and that of a better whenever they remove hence; Let us be blest in their Wisdom, Goodness, Clemency, Justice;
and that of a better whenever they remove hence; Let us be blessed in their Wisdom, goodness, Clemency, justice;
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and let them be blest in our ready Duty and Obedience.
and let them be blessed in our ready Duty and obedience.
cc vvb pno32 vbi vvn p-acp po12 j n1 cc n1.
(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Be merciful to all that are related to us, and lead them in the way everlasting. We give thee thanks.
Be merciful to all that Are related to us, and led them in the Way everlasting. We give thee thanks.
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
661
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O Lord, for all the means of Grace which we enjoy, and for the hopes of Glory:
O Lord, for all the means of Grace which we enjoy, and for the hope's of Glory:
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
661
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6469
Grant that we may be considerably advanced in all Grace, and in those Glorious Hopes by the Ordinances, which we have this day enjoy'd,
Grant that we may be considerably advanced in all Grace, and in those Glorious Hope's by the Ordinances, which we have this day enjoyed,
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and that we may persevere in both to the end of our Lives. We humbly commit our selves to thy Care and merciful Protection this Night;
and that we may persevere in both to the end of our Lives. We humbly commit our selves to thy Care and merciful Protection this Night;
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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keep we pray thee, both our Souls and Bodies both now and ever more from all Evil,
keep we pray thee, both our Souls and Bodies both now and ever more from all Evil,
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and bring them at last to thy Heavenly Kingdom, for the sake of Jesus Christ our Saviour.
and bring them At last to thy Heavenly Kingdom, for the sake of jesus christ our Saviour.
cc vvi pno32 p-acp ord p-acp po21 j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 po12 n1.
(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6473
In whose Name we make all our requests, and farther pray as he hath taught us.
In whose Name we make all our requests, and farther pray as he hath taught us.
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven.
OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven.
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us.
Give us this day our daily bred. And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us.
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil: For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever, Amen.
And led us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil: For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever, Amen.
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(85) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Let the Gates of Hell never prevail against it.
Let the Gates of Hell never prevail against it.
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and with great indignation condemn our selves for them. And from henceforth be thou pleased to take possession of us, to dwell in us:
and with great Indignation condemn our selves for them. And from henceforth be thou pleased to take possession of us, to dwell in us:
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
690
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6769
Pardon, O Lord, we humbly beseech thee all our Affronts of thee, all our neglects of thy good Motions, our opposition and resistance to thy Grace, which we now most heartily deplore;
Pardon, Oh Lord, we humbly beseech thee all our Affronts of thee, all our neglects of thy good Motions, our opposition and resistance to thy Grace, which we now most heartily deplore;
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
690
Page 198
6768
That we may ever be pleasing to thee, and may ever enjoy thy happy Presence, and Communion.
That we may ever be pleasing to thee, and may ever enjoy thy happy Presence, and Communion.
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
690
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6760
Too often, and too easily are we led captive by the Laws of Sin and Death.
Too often, and too Easily Are we led captive by the Laws of since and Death.
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
690
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6761
We condemn, we abhor our selves before thee for these things, and are exceedingly griev'd and weary'd with the burthen of our Sins.
We condemn, we abhor our selves before thee for these things, and Are exceedingly grieved and wearied with the burden of our Sins.
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6762
We humbly present our selves unto thee, who art, O Lord, the Lover, and the great Physitian of our Souls, who hast the words of Eternal Life.
We humbly present our selves unto thee, who art, Oh Lord, the Lover, and the great physician of our Souls, who hast the words of Eternal Life.
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6763
Oh quicken our dead Souls unto a New and Divine Life.
O quicken our dead Souls unto a New and Divine Life.
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
690
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6764
Let us be transformed into what is most pleasing to thee by the renewing of our minds.
Let us be transformed into what is most pleasing to thee by the renewing of our minds.
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6765
O Lord, illuminate us with all necessary and saving Knowledge, grant us to have a right Judgment in all things, give us a lively and effectual Faith, such as may purifie our Hearts and govern our Lives:
O Lord, illuminate us with all necessary and Saving Knowledge, grant us to have a right Judgement in all things, give us a lively and effectual Faith, such as may purify our Hearts and govern our Lives:
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6766
Shed abroad the Love of God in our Hearts;
Shed abroad the Love of God in our Hearts;
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We pray thee possess the Hearts of all our Relations, Friends, and Benefactors, and even of our Enemies;
We pray thee possess the Hearts of all our Relations, Friends, and Benefactors, and even of our Enemies;
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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in all things a good Example to the Flock, and Instrumental to turn many to Righteousness.
in all things a good Exampl to the Flock, and Instrumental to turn many to Righteousness.
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Faithful, and Industrious in the discharge of their Office;
Faithful, and Industria in the discharge of their Office;
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever, Amen.
For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever, Amen.
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THE PRAYER.
THE PRAYER.
dt n1.
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fill us we humbly beseech thee with Love, Joy, Peace, Long-suffering, Gentleness, Goodness, Faith, Meekness, Temperance, and whatever thou delightest in:
fill us we humbly beseech thee with Love, Joy, Peace, Long-suffering, Gentleness, goodness, Faith, Meekness, Temperance, and whatever thou delightest in:
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We pray thee bless these Nations unto which we belong, and prosper that part of thy Church planted among us;
We pray thee bless these nations unto which we belong, and prosper that part of thy Church planted among us;
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Purge thy Church we pray thee from all false Doctrine, Heresie, and Schism, from Envy, Hatred, Malice, and all Uncharitableness.
Purge thy Church we pray thee from all false Doctrine, Heresy, and Schism, from Envy, Hatred, Malice, and all Uncharitableness.
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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that all those who call themselves Christians may adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things:
that all those who call themselves Christians may adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things:
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Bless the Christian Church with an abundant measure of thy Grace;
Bless the Christian Church with an abundant measure of thy Grace;
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and Mankind may Adore and Praise the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost; and love one another.
and Mankind may Adore and Praise the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost; and love one Another.
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6777
Drive away every evil tyrannous Spirit, and rule thou in the Hearts of Men, that Order and Peace may flourish in the World,
Drive away every evil tyrannous Spirit, and Rule thou in the Hearts of Men, that Order and Peace may flourish in the World,
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and from the power of Satan unto God.
and from the power of Satan unto God.
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We pray thee have pity upon the wretched World which lies in Wickedness, and find out ways effectually to turn them from Darkness to Light,
We pray thee have pity upon the wretched World which lies in Wickedness, and find out ways effectually to turn them from Darkness to Light,
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6774
Let us be fill'd with Righteousness, who hunger and thirst after it, while we diligently seek and wait for it in attendance upon thy Sacred Ordinances. Oh Adorable and Blessed Spirit!
Let us be filled with Righteousness, who hunger and thirst After it, while we diligently seek and wait for it in attendance upon thy Sacred Ordinances. O Adorable and Blessed Spirit!
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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but may be always ready and disposed to obey thy Godly Motions.
but may be always ready and disposed to obey thy Godly Motions.
cc-acp vmb vbi av j cc vvn pc-acp vvi po21 j n2.
(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil:
And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us. And led us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil:
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6798
Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread.
Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bred.
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6797
and Glory, Word without End. OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
and Glory, Word without End. OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6796
All we ask through the Mediation of Jesus Christ, to whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be Honour,
All we ask through the Mediation of jesus christ, to whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be Honour,
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6795
Let us rejoyce evermore in thy most Holy Comfort.
Let us rejoice evermore in thy most Holy Comfort.
vvb pno12 vvi av p-acp po21 av-ds j n1.
(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6757
ALmighty and most Glorious God! Oh God the Holy Ghost who proceedeth from the Father and the Son, have mercy upon us miserable Sinners.
ALmighty and most Glorious God! O God the Holy Ghost who Proceedeth from the Father and the Son, have mercy upon us miserable Sinners.
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We must with shame before thee confess, that we are dark and ignorant, weak and foolish, polluted and guilty.
We must with shame before thee confess, that we Are dark and ignorant, weak and foolish, polluted and guilty.
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6794
Keep us we pray thee in safety this Night, and be our Guide and Counsellor all our Days;
Keep us we pray thee in safety this Night, and be our Guide and Counsellor all our Days;
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6793
Grant us to make a right and good use of all.
Grant us to make a right and good use of all.
vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn cc j n1 pp-f d.
(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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forgive them and turn their Hearts: Make us duly thankful for all thy Mercies, for those of this day in particular:
forgive them and turn their Hearts: Make us duly thankful for all thy mercies, for those of this day in particular:
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We cannot of our selves do any thing that is good, and we find a lamentable proneness in us to do Evil:
We cannot of our selves do any thing that is good, and we find a lamentable proneness in us to do Evil:
pns12 vmbx pp-f po12 n2 vdb d n1 cst vbz j, cc pns12 vvb dt j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vdi j-jn:
(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6772
Inable us to mortifie the deeds of the Body, that we may not obey the dictates and lusts of that,
Inable us to mortify the Deeds of the Body, that we may not obey the dictates and Lustiest of that,
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6771
Chace out of us all thine Enemies, and whatsoever is displeasing to thee. Let no Iniquity have dominion over us.
Chase out of us all thine Enemies, and whatsoever is displeasing to thee. Let no Iniquity have dominion over us.
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Dwell in the Bishops, and Pastors of our Church, that they may be burning and shining Lights in their several Stations;
Dwell in the Bishops, and Pastors of our Church, that they may be burning and shining Lights in their several Stations;
vvb p-acp dt n2, cc ng1 pp-f po12 n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvg cc j-vvg n2 p-acp po32 j n2;
(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6787
and the maintenance and promoting of thy true Religion and Vertue.
and the maintenance and promoting of thy true Religion and Virtue.
cc dt n1 cc j-vvg pp-f po21 j n1 cc n1.
(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6786
We pray thee dwell abundantly in our Sovereign Lord the King, and in all that are set in Authority under him, that they may truly and indifferently minister Justice to the punishment of Wickedness and Vice,
We pray thee dwell abundantly in our Sovereign Lord the King, and in all that Are Set in authority under him, that they may truly and indifferently minister justice to the punishment of Wickedness and Vice,
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6785
Grant us always to live in thy Love and Peace, that the God of Love and Peace may be with us.
Grant us always to live in thy Love and Peace, that the God of Love and Peace may be with us.
vvb pno12 av pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1 cc n1, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno12.
(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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6784
Let us ever plentifully enjoy thy pure Ordinances, and give them a mighty Influence, and Power amongst us to the promoting of all true Piety and Vertue:
Let us ever plentifully enjoy thy pure Ordinances, and give them a mighty Influence, and Power among us to the promoting of all true Piety and Virtue:
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(89) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7119
Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread.
Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bred.
po21 n1 vbi vdn p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1. vvb pno12 d n1 po12 j n1.
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7085
And we shall deserve to endure worse things than we can now conceive or imagine, if we will persevere in our Wickedness to the end.
And we shall deserve to endure Worse things than we can now conceive or imagine, if we will persevere in our Wickedness to the end.
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7084
O Lord, we must own thou art altogether just in designing the most terrible Punishments for such guilty Creatures.
O Lord, we must own thou art altogether just in designing the most terrible Punishments for such guilty Creatures.
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
718
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7083
How we have exercised and despised thy Patience and Forbearance of us, and have encourag'd our selves to do wickedly still, by that which should have led us to Repentance.
How we have exercised and despised thy Patience and Forbearance of us, and have encouraged our selves to do wickedly still, by that which should have led us to Repentance.
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7082
O Lord, we are even confounded to think how easily we have been drawn into our Rebellion against thee!
O Lord, we Are even confounded to think how Easily we have been drawn into our Rebellion against thee!
sy n1, pns12 vbr av vvn pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j pns12 vhb vbn vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp pno21!
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7081
By the very small and contemptible Inducements, which have drawn us to commit them!
By the very small and contemptible Inducements, which have drawn us to commit them!
p-acp dt j j cc j n2, r-crq vhb vvn pno12 pc-acp vvi pno32!
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
718
Page 221
7080
And how exceedingly are our Sins aggravated by their mighty number, by our frequent repetitions of them!
And how exceedingly Are our Sins aggravated by their mighty number, by our frequent repetitions of them!
cc c-crq av-vvg vbr po12 n2 vvn p-acp po32 j n1, p-acp po12 j n2 pp-f pno32!
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7079
Oh what Ingratitude is there in them against the most free, and the most abundant Goodness!
O what Ingratitude is there in them against the most free, and the most abundant goodness!
uh q-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp dt av-ds j, cc dt av-ds j n1!
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
718
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7078
What affront, and contempt of the Majesty of Heaven, whom the highest Orders of Glorious Angels Reverence and Adore!
What affront, and contempt of the Majesty of Heaven, whom the highest Order of Glorious Angels reverence and Adore!
q-crq n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, ro-crq dt js n1 pp-f j ng1 n1 cc vvi!
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7077
When we seriously consider them, what Unrighteousness and Injustice appears in them towards a Just and Righteous God! What falshood and treachery is there in them against the God of Truth!
When we seriously Consider them, what Unrighteousness and Injustice appears in them towards a Just and Righteous God! What falsehood and treachery is there in them against the God of Truth!
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
718
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7076
and much more of it must be Obvious and Offensive to the pure Eyes of thy Glory,
and much more of it must be Obvious and Offensive to the pure Eyes of thy Glory,
cc av-d dc pp-f pn31 vmb vbi j cc j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po21 n1,
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7075
Oh what Enormity can we see in them!
O what Enormity can we see in them!
uh q-crq n1 vmb pns12 vvi p-acp pno32!
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7074
We must needs acknowledg, O Lord, that our Sins do deserve to be exceeding vile and odious •n thy sight.
We must needs acknowledge, Oh Lord, that our Sins do deserve to be exceeding vile and odious •n thy sighed.
pns12 vmb av vvi, uh n1, cst po12 n2 vdb vvi pc-acp vbi vvg j cc j n1 po21 n1.
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
718
Page 220
7073
Thou rulest it with Wisdom, and thou Judgest it with Equity: Thou lovest Righteousness, and hatest Iniquity.
Thou Rulest it with Wisdom, and thou Judges it with Equity: Thou Lovest Righteousness, and Hatest Iniquity.
pns21 vv2 pn31 p-acp n1, cc pns21 vv2 pn31 p-acp n1: pns21 vv2 n1, cc vv2 n1.
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
718
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7072
GReat and Glorious God! Thou art the Supream, and Rightful Judge and Governor of the World.
GReat and Glorious God! Thou art the Supreme, and Rightful Judge and Governor of the World.
j cc j np1 pns21 vb2r dt j, cc j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1.
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7071
THE PRAYER.
THE PRAYER.
dt n1.
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
717
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7121
For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever, Amen.
For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever, Amen.
c-acp png21 vbz dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1, c-acp av, cc av, uh-n.
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
719
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7120
And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil:
And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us. And led us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil:
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
719
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7118
and do thou accept us in Jesus Christ our Mediatour and Advocate, with whose most comprehensive Words, we conclude our poor Addresses, saying, OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
and do thou accept us in jesus christ our Mediator and Advocate, with whose most comprehensive Words, we conclude our poor Addresses, saying, OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
719
Page 223
7117
Let our Nights be spent in tranquility and safety, and our days in thy excellent service,
Let our Nights be spent in tranquillity and safety, and our days in thy excellent service,
vvb po12 ng1 vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc po12 n2 p-acp po21 j n1,
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
719
Page 223
7116
We humbly commit our selves to thy Gracious keeping this Night, we pray thee let no evil come near us.
We humbly commit our selves to thy Gracious keeping this Night, we pray thee let no evil come near us.
pns12 av-j vvb po12 n2 p-acp po21 j vvg d n1, pns12 vvb pno21 vvi dx j-jn vvb av-j pno12.
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
719
Page 223
7115
O let them become by thy Blessing, the Effectual means of our Salvation.
Oh let them become by thy Blessing, the Effectual means of our Salvation.
uh vvb pno32 vvi p-acp po21 n1, dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1.
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
719
Page 223
7114
We give thee thanks for all thy Mercy and Goodness towards us, particularly for the Means of Grace which we have this day enjoy'd;
We give thee thanks for all thy Mercy and goodness towards us, particularly for the Means of Grace which we have this day enjoyed;
pns12 vvb pno21 n2 p-acp d po21 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vhb d n1 vvd;
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
719
Page 222
7113
and bring them at last to thy Heavenly Kingdom.
and bring them At last to thy Heavenly Kingdom.
cc vvi pno32 p-acp ord p-acp po21 j n1.
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
719
Page 222
7112
Oh let them live in thy sight, let their ways be directed to keep thy Statutes,
O let them live in thy sighed, let their ways be directed to keep thy Statutes,
uh vvb pno32 vvi p-acp po21 n1, vvb po32 n2 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi po21 n2,
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
719
Page 222
7111
and let us be always blest in them. We pray for all that are related to us;
and let us be always blessed in them. We pray for all that Are related to us;
cc vvb pno12 vbi av vvn p-acp pno32. pns12 vvb p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno12;
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
719
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7110
Do good abundantly to the Royal Family, endue them plenteously with Heavenly Gifts, prosper them with all Happiness,
Do good abundantly to the Royal Family, endue them plenteously with Heavenly Gifts, prosper them with all Happiness,
vdb j av-j p-acp dt j n1, vvb pno32 av-j p-acp j n2, vvb pno32 p-acp d n1,
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
719
Page 222
7109
make him a glorious Instrument of thy Churches Prosperity and Peace, and give Him Prosperity and Peace with it.
make him a glorious Instrument of thy Churches Prosperity and Peace, and give Him Prosperity and Peace with it.
vvb pno31 dt j n1 pp-f po21 ng1 n1 cc n1, cc vvb pno31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31.
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
719
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7108
Bless, and direct, and assist thy Servant, and our Sovereign Lord the King;
Bless, and Direct, and assist thy Servant, and our Sovereign Lord the King;
np1, cc vvi, cc vvb po21 n1, cc po12 j-jn n1 dt n1;
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
719
Page 222
7107
and be thou, we pray thee, our defence against all the Enemies of thy True Religion establish'd amongst us.
and be thou, we pray thee, our defence against all the Enemies of thy True Religion established among us.
cc vbb pns21, pns12 vvb pno21, po12 n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po21 j n1 vvd p-acp pno12.
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
719
Page 222
7106
Oh pardon our crying Sins, turn us from every evil way, make us to love and practice the True Religion,
O pardon our crying Sins, turn us from every evil Way, make us to love and practice the True Religion,
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
719
Page 222
7105
We earnestly beg thy favour to the Land of our Nativity:
We earnestly beg thy favour to the Land of our Nativity:
pns12 av-j vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1:
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
719
Page 222
7104
as may be for the Honour of our Religion, for the Peace and Welfare of the whole Body of Christ, and to thy Glory.
as may be for the Honour of our Religion, for the Peace and Welfare of the Whole Body of christ, and to thy Glory.
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and grant that every Member of it may so discharge the duties of his place and station,
and grant that every Member of it may so discharge the duties of his place and station,
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We pray thee look in Mercy upon thy Church, cleanse, and defend it from all Evil,
We pray thee look in Mercy upon thy Church, cleanse, and defend it from all Evil,
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and from the power of Satan unto God.
and from the power of Satan unto God.
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We humbly pray to thee, O Lord, for all Mankind, that they may all be brought from Darkness to Light,
We humbly pray to thee, Oh Lord, for all Mankind, that they may all be brought from Darkness to Light,
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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And do thou graciously pardon all our unwilling failings and defects, and accept our sincere but poor services, through the Merits and Mediation of Jesus Christ.
And do thou graciously pardon all our unwilling failings and defects, and accept our sincere but poor services, through the Merits and Mediation of jesus christ.
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Direct us O Lord, in the wise, the safe, and happy way of thy Commandments. Write thou thy Law in our Hearts, that we may never depart from it:
Direct us O Lord, in the wise, the safe, and happy Way of thy commandments. writ thou thy Law in our Hearts, that we may never depart from it:
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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But direct us to find the narrow way, and assist us to enter in at the strait Gate, which leads to Life Everlasting.
But Direct us to find the narrow Way, and assist us to enter in At the strait Gate, which leads to Life Everlasting.
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Let us not follow a multitude to do evil, nor chuse the broad road which leads down to Perdition:
Let us not follow a multitude to do evil, nor choose the broad road which leads down to Perdition:
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7095
Let us not so greedily pursue, nor so excessively enjoy the things of this World, as to provoke thee to put us off with these.
Let us not so greedily pursue, nor so excessively enjoy the things of this World, as to provoke thee to put us off with these.
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Let us always remember, that the wages of Sin is eternal Death, tho the Pleasure and Profits of it, are all but for a very short season.
Let us always Remember, that the wages of since is Eternal Death, though the Pleasure and Profits of it, Are all but for a very short season.
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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that it may help us to mortifie our most beloved Sins.
that it may help us to mortify our most Beloved Sins.
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and may depart from all Iniquity. Let the sad event, and end of Wickedness be much in our thoughts;
and may depart from all Iniquity. Let the sad event, and end of Wickedness be much in our thoughts;
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7091
Make us, as we ought, to fear above all things, thy Wrath, that so we may take care to avoid it,
Make us, as we ought, to Fear above all things, thy Wrath, that so we may take care to avoid it,
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7090
O Lord, we pray thee, possess us with a due and wholsom fear of thee, and of thy Judgments:
O Lord, we pray thee, possess us with a due and wholesome Fear of thee, and of thy Judgments:
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
718
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7089
Blessed be thy Name, thou hast been so kind and gracious, as to reveal and discover to us the terrible Punishments design'd for Sinners, that we might avoid them.
Blessed be thy Name, thou hast been so kind and gracious, as to reveal and discover to us the terrible Punishments designed for Sinners, that we might avoid them.
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
718
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7088
and from Everlasting Damnation, good Lord deliver us.
and from Everlasting Damnation, good Lord deliver us.
cc p-acp j n1, j n1 vvb pno12.
(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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From all Evil and Mischief, from Sin, from the Crafts and Assaults of the Devil, from thy Wrath,
From all Evil and Mischief, from since, from the Crafts and Assaults of the devil, from thy Wrath,
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7086
O Lord, of thy infinite Mercy spare us: Let thy mighty Grace prevent our Ruine. Pardon our past Sins, and turn us from the way that leads to Perdition:
O Lord, of thy infinite Mercy spare us: Let thy mighty Grace prevent our Ruin. Pardon our past Sins, and turn us from the Way that leads to Perdition:
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(93) closing_prayer (DIV2)
718
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7430
We give thee thanks for that we have yet time allow'd us to consider our ways,
We give thee thanks for that we have yet time allowed us to Consider our ways,
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7460
For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever, Amen.
For thine is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, for ever, and ever, Amen.
c-acp png21 vbz dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1, c-acp av, cc av, uh-n.
(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7459
And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil:
And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us. And led us not into temptation, but deliver us from Evil:
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7458
Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread.
Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bred.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
759
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7457
In whose words we conclude our Prayers, saying, OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
In whose words we conclude our Prayers, saying, OƲR Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
759
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7456
All we humbly ask in the Name of Jesus Christ our Lord and only Mediator:
All we humbly ask in the Name of jesus christ our Lord and only Mediator:
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
759
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7455
Keep us we pray thee in peace and safety this Night; make us to acknowledge thee in all our ways, and do thou direct our steps.
Keep us we pray thee in peace and safety this Night; make us to acknowledge thee in all our ways, and do thou Direct our steps.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7454
O grant that we may use them always so as may be to our Salvation, not our sorer Destruction.
Oh grant that we may use them always so as may be to our Salvation, not our Sorer Destruction.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7453
We give thee thanks for the Mercies of this day especially for the means of Grace:
We give thee thanks for the mercies of this day especially for the means of Grace:
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7452
And grant that whatever their outward Circumstances are, all may work together for their good, and may promote their Salvation.
And grant that whatever their outward circumstances Are, all may work together for their good, and may promote their Salvation.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7451
and Pious, and Good to Rule over us. Bless all our Relations and Friends with all Spiritual Blessings:
and Pious, and Good to Rule over us. Bless all our Relations and Friends with all Spiritual Blessings:
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7450
Make the Royal Family always a Blessing to us in affording us such as are Wise,
Make the Royal Family always a Blessing to us in affording us such as Are Wise,
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7449
Give him long Life, Health, and Happiness, and a long and prosperous Reign among us.
Give him long Life, Health, and Happiness, and a long and prosperous Reign among us.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
759
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7448
And give us the Blessings of Health, and Plenty, and Peace. We pray thee, abundantly bless our gracious King:
And give us the Blessings of Health, and Plenty, and Peace. We pray thee, abundantly bless our gracious King:
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
759
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7447
O Lord continue the Light of thy Gospel among us, and make us to abound in all good works, diligently performing our several duties towards thee and towards one another:
O Lord continue the Light of thy Gospel among us, and make us to abound in all good works, diligently performing our several duties towards thee and towards one Another:
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
759
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7446
We beseech thee to be merciful to the Land of our Nativity.
We beseech thee to be merciful to the Land of our Nativity.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
759
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7445
Promote in it all true and acceptable Piety, every glorious Vertue, together with Union and Peace.
Promote in it all true and acceptable Piety, every glorious Virtue, together with union and Peace.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
759
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7444
and bring into the way of Truth, all such as have erred, and are deceived.
and bring into the Way of Truth, all such as have erred, and Are deceived.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7443
O let a plentiful effusion of thy Holy Spirit upon it, fill it with Divine Light and Knowledge,
O let a plentiful effusion of thy Holy Spirit upon it, fill it with Divine Light and Knowledge,
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
759
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7442
We pray for the good estate of the Catholick Church.
We pray for the good estate of the Catholic Church.
pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt njp n1.
(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7441
And especially, that they may know thee, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent, whom to know is Life Eternal.
And especially, that they may know thee, and jesus christ whom thou hast sent, whom to know is Life Eternal.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
759
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7440
We pray to thee O Father of Mercies for the Welfare, and Happiness of all Mankind:
We pray to thee Oh Father of mercies for the Welfare, and Happiness of all Mankind:
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
759
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7439
To oppose all our Spiritual Enemies with such success, that being final Conquerors of them, the second Death may never have power over us.
To oppose all our Spiritual Enemies with such success, that being final Conquerors of them, the second Death may never have power over us.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7438
To take heed to our ways, and walk circumspectly, aad to avoid, as we can, the Occasions and Temptations to Sin. Grant us grace to subdue and mortifie all the Corrupt Inclinations of our Nature, to resist the Temptations we shall meet with from the World, or the Devil:
To take heed to our ways, and walk circumspectly, and to avoid, as we can, the Occasions and Temptations to Sin. Grant us grace to subdue and mortify all the Corrupt Inclinations of our Nature, to resist the Temptations we shall meet with from the World, or the devil:
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7437
O Lord write thy Law in our hearts, that we may never depart from it. Make us to fear thee and to depart from all iniquity:
O Lord write thy Law in our hearts, that we may never depart from it. Make us to Fear thee and to depart from all iniquity:
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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7436
For thou hast said thou delightest not in the Death of a Sinner, but had rather that he should turn to thee and Live.
For thou hast said thou delightest not in the Death of a Sinner, but had rather that he should turn to thee and Live.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7435
O let it please thee to receive us graciously:
O let it please thee to receive us graciously:
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7434
And when we repent and return unto thee, as thou hast spared, do thou pardon us.
And when we Repent and return unto thee, as thou hast spared, do thou pardon us.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7433
Give us such a lively, and sound Faith in Jesus Christ, as that we may share in the propitiation which he made for Sin, by the shedding of his Blood for us.
Give us such a lively, and found Faith in jesus christ, as that we may share in the propitiation which he made for since, by the shedding of his Blood for us.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7432
O Lord, we beseech thee add to thy Mercy towards us the gift of an unfeigned Repentance, that we may be qualified to receive the Remission of our Sins.
O Lord, we beseech thee add to thy Mercy towards us the gift of an unfeigned Repentance, that we may be qualified to receive the Remission of our Sins.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7431
and be wise to our advantage: To reflect upon our doings, and repent of, and forsake the evil of them.
and be wise to our advantage: To reflect upon our doings, and Repent of, and forsake the evil of them.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7429
It is because thou art slow to Anger, and of great Mercy, and thou waitest to be gracious.
It is Because thou art slow to Anger, and of great Mercy, and thou waitest to be gracious.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7428
It is of the Lord's Mercy, that we are not consumed, and because thy compassions fail not.
It is of the Lord's Mercy, that we Are not consumed, and Because thy compassions fail not.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7427
We admire, we praise, and thank thee for that glorious patience and long-suffering of thine, which has hitherto spar'd us.
We admire, we praise, and thank thee for that glorious patience and long-suffering of thine, which has hitherto spared us.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7426
O Lord, we abhor, we condemn our selves for this our folly and madness.
O Lord, we abhor, we condemn our selves for this our folly and madness.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7425
how easily we have been drawn into known Sin, and how slight inducements have been able to make us provoke thy just Wrath and Indignation against our selves.
how Easily we have been drawn into known since, and how slight inducements have been able to make us provoke thy just Wrath and Indignation against our selves.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7424
How little heed we have taken to our ways! And especially how frequently;
How little heed we have taken to our ways! And especially how frequently;
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7423
We cannot chuse but be troubled and asham'd to think how extravagantly careless we have been of offending thee!
We cannot choose but be troubled and ashamed to think how extravagantly careless we have been of offending thee!
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7422
And thy Wrath is Eternal Death and Unspeakable Misery. O Lord, when we consider the terrors of thy Wrath, we are afraid:
And thy Wrath is Eternal Death and Unspeakable Misery. O Lord, when we Consider the terrors of thy Wrath, we Are afraid:
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7421
and most terrible, yet Just and Righteous are thy Judgments. Thy favour is Eternal Life, and Unspeakable Happiness:
and most terrible, yet Just and Righteous Are thy Judgments. Thy favour is Eternal Life, and Unspeakable Happiness:
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7420
In all things like thy self, and there is none besides thee like unto thee. Wonderful, O Lord, and glorious are the exercises of thy Favour and Goodness;
In all things like thy self, and there is none beside thee like unto thee. Wondered, Oh Lord, and glorious Are the exercises of thy Favour and goodness;
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7419
O Eternal, Infinite, and Incomprehensible Lord our God! Thou art most Glorious and Excellent in thy Nature, and in all thy Works:
Oh Eternal, Infinite, and Incomprehensible Lord our God! Thou art most Glorious and Excellent in thy Nature, and in all thy Works:
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
758
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7418
THE PRAYER.
THE PRAYER.
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(97) closing_prayer (DIV2)
757
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7803
Bless in particular our most gracious King, grant him in Health and Prosperity, long to live, and reign over us;
Bless in particular our most gracious King, grant him in Health and Prosperity, long to live, and Reign over us;
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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We pray thee let us be thy Care this Night, give us safe and comfortable Rest,
We pray thee let us be thy Care this Night, give us safe and comfortable Rest,
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and renewed Strength thereby to serve and glorifie thee in our several Businesses and Duties.
and renewed Strength thereby to serve and Glorify thee in our several Businesses and Duties.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
782
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7814
All we humbly ask in the Name of Jesus Christ, in whose Words also we sum up and conclude our Requests, saying, Our Father, which art in Heaven, &c.
All we humbly ask in the Name of jesus christ, in whose Words also we sum up and conclude our Requests, saying, Our Father, which art in Heaven, etc.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and do thou long continue those blessed Dews of Heaven upon us.
and do thou long continue those blessed Dews of Heaven upon us.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
782
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7801
O make it to bring forth Fruit abundantly to thy Glory, according to the Plenty of the means of Grace afforded us,
O make it to bring forth Fruit abundantly to thy Glory, according to the Plenty of the means of Grace afforded us,
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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And grant that all Christians may live so as becomes the Citizens of the Heavenly Jerusalem. We pray thee bless in particular that Part of thy Church which thou hast planted in these Nations.
And grant that all Christians may live so as becomes the Citizens of the Heavenly Jerusalem. We pray thee bless in particular that Part of thy Church which thou hast planted in these nations.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
782
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7799
Pour down thy good Spirit plentifully upon thy Church, and encrease in it thereby all true Piety and Vertue:
Pour down thy good Spirit plentifully upon thy Church, and increase in it thereby all true Piety and Virtue:
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
782
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7798
Let the wretched World, O Lord, partake of thy Favour and Goodness according to their several Necessities in temporal and spiritual Mercies.
Let the wretched World, Oh Lord, partake of thy Favour and goodness according to their several Necessities in temporal and spiritual mercies.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
782
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as knowing that our Labour shall not be in vain in the Lord. We humbly recommend to thy infinite Mercy, all sorts and Conditions of Men.
as knowing that our Labour shall not be in vain in the Lord. We humbly recommend to thy infinite Mercy, all sorts and Conditions of Men.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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Let this Hope encourage us in our Duty, and make us stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the Work of the Lord,
Let this Hope encourage us in our Duty, and make us steadfast, Unmovable, always abounding in the Work of the Lord,
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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and shall enjoy the Happiness of a near and intimate Communion with our most kind Saviour and Redeemer.
and shall enjoy the Happiness of a near and intimate Communion with our most kind Saviour and Redeemer.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and when we are absent from the Body, that we shall be present with the Lord,
and when we Are absent from the Body, that we shall be present with the Lord,
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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that when we are called away from all our kind Friends, and comfortable Enjoyments in this World, we shall be translated to the happy Abode and Society of the Spirits of just Men made perfect, to an innumerable Company of Angels,
that when we Are called away from all our kind Friends, and comfortable Enjoyments in this World, we shall be translated to the happy Abided and Society of the Spirits of just Men made perfect, to an innumerable Company of Angels,
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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and sensible and happy Life than what they now enjoy;
and sensible and happy Life than what they now enjoy;
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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while our Bodies lie dead, yet our Souls shall live, and that a more free, more active,
while our Bodies lie dead, yet our Souls shall live, and that a more free, more active,
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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And let us have to fortifie us against the Threatnings of our Mortality, the comfortable and assured Expectations, that when the earthly Tabernacles of our Bodies shall be dissolved, we shall be received into an House not made with Hands, eternal in the Heavens;
And let us have to fortify us against the Threatenings of our Mortality, the comfortable and assured Expectations, that when the earthly Tabernacles of our Bodies shall be dissolved, we shall be received into an House not made with Hands, Eternal in the Heavens;
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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O Lord sanctifie us we beseech thee, and cleanse us from all Unrighteousness, that we may be fit for that holy Place, that Paradise above, where no unclean thing can come.
O Lord sanctify us we beseech thee, and cleanse us from all Unrighteousness, that we may be fit for that holy Place, that Paradise above, where no unclean thing can come.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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7788
and the Fall of our mortal Bodies shall redound to the Advantage of our Souls. Blessed be thy Name, that we may have Hope in our Death.
and the Fallen of our Mortal Bodies shall redound to the Advantage of our Souls. Blessed be thy Name, that we may have Hope in our Death.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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7787
so even our Death shall be Life to us, our Loss of this World the gaining of a better,
so even our Death shall be Life to us, our Loss of this World the gaining of a better,
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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7786
And as all things shall work together for good to them that love God;
And as all things shall work together for good to them that love God;
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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7785
And then we shall hope, that even this Curse which our Sins have brought upon us, shall be turned into a Blessing.
And then we shall hope, that even this Curse which our Sins have brought upon us, shall be turned into a Blessing.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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7784
for his sake, to pardon all our past Transgressions, and receive us into thy Favour:
for his sake, to pardon all our past Transgressions, and receive us into thy Favour:
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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7783
We fly O Lord, from thy just Displeasure to thy glorious Mercy in Christ, by whose Mediation thou wilt forgive Iniquity, Transgression and Sin. We pray thee,
We fly Oh Lord, from thy just Displeasure to thy glorious Mercy in christ, by whose Mediation thou wilt forgive Iniquity, Transgression and Sin. We pray thee,
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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We desire with a hearty Repentance, and a true Faith to turn unto thee.
We desire with a hearty Repentance, and a true Faith to turn unto thee.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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7781
O Lord, we fear thy Wrath, we tremble at thy Displeasure, and from thy Hatred against our Sins we will learn to hate them and to forsake all that is evil.
O Lord, we Fear thy Wrath, we tremble At thy Displeasure, and from thy Hatred against our Sins we will Learn to hate them and to forsake all that is evil.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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7780
Long must our wretched Bodies be dissolved into Dust, and be destitute and uncapable of any Sense of thy Goodness.
Long must our wretched Bodies be dissolved into Dust, and be destitute and uncapable of any Sense of thy goodness.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
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and hast condemn'd our Souls to abide long in a preternatural and a separate State:
and hast condemned our Souls to abide long in a preternatural and a separate State:
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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We see, O Lord, and acknowledge thy great Displeasure against our Sins, in that thou hast doomed these Bodies of ours, which thy infinite Wisdom has curiously fram'd, to be dissolv'd and turn'd to Dust,
We see, Oh Lord, and acknowledge thy great Displeasure against our Sins, in that thou hast doomed these Bodies of ours, which thy infinite Wisdom has curiously framed, to be dissolved and turned to Dust,
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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We have incurred thy most just Wrath and Displeasure, and so have pull'd down great Misery and Affliction upon our selves.
We have incurred thy most just Wrath and Displeasure, and so have pulled down great Misery and Affliction upon our selves.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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7776
But alas, we foolish and guilty Creatures have by our Sin and Perverseness opposed, and contradicted thy gracious Design, to our own great Hurt and Damage.
But alas, we foolish and guilty Creatures have by our since and Perverseness opposed, and contradicted thy gracious Design, to our own great Hurt and Damage.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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It is thou that hast made, us and not we our selves, and thy Wisdom and Goodness design'd and fitted us, in our Creation, to be perfectly and perpetually happy.
It is thou that hast made, us and not we our selves, and thy Wisdom and goodness designed and fitted us, in our Creation, to be perfectly and perpetually happy.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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7774
ALmighty and most merciful God, who art abundant in Goodness, and delightest to bestow Blessings and Favours upon thy Creatures.
ALmighty and most merciful God, who art abundant in goodness, and delightest to bestow Blessings and Favours upon thy Creatures.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
781
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THE PRAYER.
THE PRAYER.
dt n1.
(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
780
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and grant that under him we may enjoy Tranquility and Peace:
and grant that under him we may enjoy Tranquillity and Peace:
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
782
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7805
Bless the Royal Family with a great Encrease, and with Plenty of all Noble and Royal Endowments,
Bless the Royal Family with a great Increase, and with Plenty of all Noble and Royal Endowments,
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
782
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7806
and grant that we may be happy in it, and duely obedient to it for ever.
and grant that we may be happy in it, and duly obedient to it for ever.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
782
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7807
Be pleased to look in Mercy upon our Friends, and Relations, and Benefactors, to lead them in the Ways of Truth, Peace,
Be pleased to look in Mercy upon our Friends, and Relations, and Benefactors, to led them in the Ways of Truth, Peace,
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
782
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and Righteousness, and bring them at last to thy Heavenly Kingdom.
and Righteousness, and bring them At last to thy Heavenly Kingdom.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
782
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7809
We thank thee for all the Mercies of our Lives, for those of this Day in particular,
We thank thee for all the mercies of our Lives, for those of this Day in particular,
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
782
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and especially for the Means of Grace, and the Hopes of Glory.
and especially for the Means of Grace, and the Hope's of Glory.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
782
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Let us not receive any Instance of thy Favour in vain, but to thy Glory and our Salvation.
Let us not receive any Instance of thy Favour in vain, but to thy Glory and our Salvation.
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(101) closing_prayer (DIV2)
782
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(15) opening_prayer (DIV2)
54
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636
PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(15) opening_prayer (DIV2)
54
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
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(15) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(107) opening_prayer (DIV2)
817
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(107) opening_prayer (DIV2)
816
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8146
PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(107) opening_prayer (DIV2)
817
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959
PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(19) opening_prayer (DIV2)
92
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(19) opening_prayer (DIV2)
92
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(19) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(23) opening_prayer (DIV2)
126
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(23) opening_prayer (DIV2)
125
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(23) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(7) opening_prayer (DIV2)
1
Page 1
2
PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(7) opening_prayer (DIV2)
1
Page 1
1
Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(7) opening_prayer (DIV2)
0
Page 1
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(27) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(27) opening_prayer (DIV2)
158
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(27) opening_prayer (DIV2)
158
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(31) opening_prayer (DIV2)
194
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1970
Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(31) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(31) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(35) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(39) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(39) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(43) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(43) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(47) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(47) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(51) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(51) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(55) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(55) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(59) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(59) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(59) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(63) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(63) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(63) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(11) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(11) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings, with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(67) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(67) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(67) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(71) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(71) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(71) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(75) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(75) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(75) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(79) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(79) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(79) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(83) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(83) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(83) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(87) opening_prayer (DIV2)
661
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(87) opening_prayer (DIV2)
662
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(87) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(91) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(91) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(91) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(95) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(95) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(95) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(99) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(99) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(99) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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(103) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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Let us Pray.
Let us Pray.
vvb pno12 vvi.
(103) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name,
PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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(103) opening_prayer (DIV2)
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and Drops of Water have fallen in Rain since the Creation, and as there are Sands upon the Sea-shore.
and Drops of Water have fallen in Rain since the Creation, and as there Are Sands upon the Seashore.
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and Praise World without End. Amen.
and Praise World without End. Amen.
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Through the Merits and Mediation of Jesus Christ, to whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour, Glory,
Through the Merits and Mediation of jesus christ, to whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour, Glory,
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And so we may be at last admitted to the Presence of God where is Fulness of Joy, and to his Right Hand where are Pleasures for evermore.
And so we may be At last admitted to the Presence of God where is Fullness of Joy, and to his Right Hand where Are Pleasures for evermore.
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and for that pure Place where no unclean thing can come:
and for that pure Place where no unclean thing can come:
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So to govern our selves always here, as that we may grow up to a due Fitness for the holy and spiritual Happiness of Heaven,
So to govern our selves always Here, as that we may grow up to a due Fitness for the holy and spiritual Happiness of Heaven,
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So to fight the good Fight of Faith as that we may finish our Course with Joy:
So to fight the good Fight of Faith as that we may finish our Course with Joy:
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Oh let us be very careful and earnestly endeavour so to run this Race as that we may obtain the eternal Crown and Reward:
O let us be very careful and earnestly endeavour so to run this Raze as that we may obtain the Eternal Crown and Reward:
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which lead to the truest Riches, the highest Dignities and Honours, and to the sweetest and most abiding Pleasures.
which led to the Truest Riches, the highest Dignities and Honours, and to the Sweetest and most abiding Pleasures.
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No present Wants or Afflictions, no Threatnings or Persecutions, no Labours which are but for a moment should ever be able to divert us from the way to eternal Bliss and Rest. And on the other hand, no present Profits or Honours, no worldly Pleasures or Allurements which are things but for a Season, should be able to allure us from the Ways of Piety and Vertue;
No present Wants or Afflictions, no Threatenings or Persecutions, no Labours which Are but for a moment should ever be able to divert us from the Way to Eternal Bliss and Rest. And on the other hand, no present Profits or Honours, no worldly Pleasures or Allurements which Are things but for a Season, should be able to allure us from the Ways of Piety and Virtue;
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In the Ways of Piety and Vertue which lead to Life everlasting, we ought to be stedfast and unmovable:
In the Ways of Piety and Virtue which led to Life everlasting, we ought to be steadfast and unmovable:
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It becomes us certainly to study in what way we may come thither, and to make our selves diligent and stedfast in that way by considering this incomparable Happiness.
It becomes us Certainly to study in what Way we may come thither, and to make our selves diligent and steadfast in that Way by considering this incomparable Happiness.
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Which is offer'd to us now, and which we may secure to our selves, or which we may forfeit, and lose for ever.
Which is offered to us now, and which we may secure to our selves, or which we may forfeit, and loose for ever.
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and this miserable World? But to think often of the great and glorious, the delightful and eternal Happiness which waits to receive us hereafter:
and this miserable World? But to think often of the great and glorious, the delightful and Eternal Happiness which waits to receive us hereafter:
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And now, what remains for us to do, who are still the wretched Inhabitants of Time,
And now, what remains for us to do, who Are still the wretched Inhabitants of Time,
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Thus I have briefly represented the final Happiness of Mankind according to what the holy Scripture teaches us of it.
Thus I have briefly represented the final Happiness of Mankind according to what the holy Scripture Teaches us of it.
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This brings the Joy and Sweetness of an Eternity of Bliss into every Pleasure they enjoy.
This brings the Joy and Sweetness of an Eternity of Bliss into every Pleasure they enjoy.
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It will add yet more Delight to every other rich Delight in Heaven, and make every other Pleasure there the more pleasant.
It will add yet more Delight to every other rich Delight in Heaven, and make every other Pleasure there the more pleasant.
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What Pleasure does it possess us with now to think of it! And how much more Pleasure will it be to enjoy this!
What Pleasure does it possess us with now to think of it! And how much more Pleasure will it be to enjoy this!
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The Happiness of the Saints in Heaven shall continue as long as the eternal, unchangable God himself shall endure! O joyful Thought! O vast Expectation! An Eternity of Bliss!
The Happiness of the Saints in Heaven shall continue as long as the Eternal, unchangeable God himself shall endure! O joyful Thought! O vast Expectation! an Eternity of Bliss!
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To say the most that can be said towards this in one amazing Expression, we may say:
To say the most that can be said towards this in one amazing Expression, we may say:
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or measure the Duration of Eternity!
or measure the Duration of Eternity!
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All the Words which we can speak besides can never exhaust the rich Sence and Meaning,
All the Words which we can speak beside can never exhaust the rich Sense and Meaning,
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And after all this it will continue as much longer; yea, as long as all this repeated a great many times! Oh vast Eternity!
And After all this it will continue as much longer; yea, as long as all this repeated a great many times! O vast Eternity!
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This Felicity will endure after so many thousands or Millions of Years as there are Stars in the Heavens,
This Felicity will endure After so many thousands or Millions of years as there Are Stars in the Heavens,
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No Number of Ages shall ever put an End to an eternal Life.
No Number of Ages shall ever put an End to an Eternal Life.
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3. The Happiness of Heaven shall continue without End. The Saints shall have there an endless perfect Enjoyment of the eternal Good.
3. The Happiness of Heaven shall continue without End. The Saints shall have there an endless perfect Enjoyment of the Eternal Good.
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They shall always be perfectly and compleatly happy.
They shall always be perfectly and completely happy.
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They are capable of perpetual Transports and Extasies of Joy and delight. They shall always then be happy, and always enjoy the highest Happiness they can desire:
They Are capable of perpetual Transports and Ecstasies of Joy and delight. They shall always then be happy, and always enjoy the highest Happiness they can desire:
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The improved Faculties of the Saints shall there enjoy the rich Delights without Weariness, there they are rather improved than tired by Exercise and Motion.
The improved Faculties of the Saints shall there enjoy the rich Delights without Weariness, there they Are rather improved than tired by Exercise and Motion.
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and we are forced to lay it aside awhile that we may relish it again. But it is not thus with the Celestial Pleasures.
and we Are forced to lay it aside awhile that we may relish it again. But it is not thus with the Celestial Pleasures.
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then it grows flat and insipid, and it becomes a Drudgery and Burden to continue in it;
then it grows flat and insipid, and it becomes a Drudgery and Burden to continue in it;
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But the sweeter, and the more delicious it is, the sooner are we satiated, and cloy'd with it;
But the Sweeten, and the more delicious it is, the sooner Are we satiated, and cloyed with it;
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All the Capacities indeed which we have now are so weak that they cannot long bear even a high Pleasure:
All the Capacities indeed which we have now Are so weak that they cannot long bear even a high Pleasure:
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And the happy Saints themselves in the mighty Improvement of their Faculties are made capable to enjoy perpetually the highest Pleasures.
And the happy Saints themselves in the mighty Improvement of their Faculties Are made capable to enjoy perpetually the highest Pleasures.
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nor shall the Fountain of Love, then fully opened, ever be exhausted or run low. The Good enjoy'd there is an unchangable, as well as an infinite Good:
nor shall the Fountain of Love, then Fully opened, ever be exhausted or run low. The Good enjoyed there is an unchangeable, as well as an infinite Good:
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For, to decay is to draw nearer to an End, but that which shall never end can never approach nearer to an End. The divine Glory Manifested shall never fade,
For, to decay is to draw nearer to an End, but that which shall never end can never approach nearer to an End. The divine Glory Manifested shall never fade,
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That which is eternal can never decay:
That which is Eternal can never decay:
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These are not fading or transitory Pleasures which Heaven affords the Saints, but lasting and abiding ones.
These Are not fading or transitory Pleasures which Heaven affords the Saints, but lasting and abiding ones.
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2. The Happiness of Heaven shall never suffer any Diminution or Decay.
2. The Happiness of Heaven shall never suffer any Diminution or Decay.
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And which is not mingled with Labour and Enioyment, with Toil or Pain and Pleasure, but is only an uninterrupted, unintermitted Pleasure and Enjoyment.
And which is not mingled with Labour and Enjoyment, with Toil or Pain and Pleasure, but is only an uninterrupted, unintermitted Pleasure and Enjoyment.
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Oh how desirable is this State, where they shall have nothing to do but to be happy!
O how desirable is this State, where they shall have nothing to do but to be happy!
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There will be no Spaces wherein they shall do nothing or be doing somewhat else; nothing but blissful and pleasant Action shall spend their Eternity.
There will be no Spaces wherein they shall do nothing or be doing somewhat Else; nothing but blissful and pleasant Actium shall spend their Eternity.
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The spiritual Body, and immortal Soul shall be able to act with unwearied Vigor, and shall never cease to feel their tasteful Pleasures.
The spiritual Body, and immortal Soul shall be able to act with unwearied Vigor, and shall never cease to feel their tasteful Pleasures.
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The Faculties shall continue for ever, and the Objects of Happiness and the Union between them shall endure for ever, without the least Intermission.
The Faculties shall continue for ever, and the Objects of Happiness and the union between them shall endure for ever, without the least Intermission.
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the one shall perpetually shine, and make a Day without any Night, the other like an eternal River of Delights and Pleasures shall continually flow.
the one shall perpetually shine, and make a Day without any Night, the other like an Eternal River of Delights and Pleasures shall continually flow.
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There shall no Sin enter there to cloud the Face of God, or hinder the Communications of his Love;
There shall no since enter there to cloud the Face of God, or hinder the Communications of his Love;
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And this includes these three very comfortable Particulars which are worth our Meditation. 1. The Happiness of Heaven shall never be, for the shortest Space, interrupted.
And this includes these three very comfortable Particulars which Are worth our Meditation. 1. The Happiness of Heaven shall never be, for the Shortest Molle, interrupted.
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though that End were at never so great a Distance. But this is not the State of the heavenly bliss: That shall be everlasting.
though that End were At never so great a Distance. But this is not the State of the heavenly bliss: That shall be everlasting.
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And it would embitter the Pleasures even of Heaven it self to know that they should come to an end,
And it would embitter the Pleasures even of Heaven it self to know that they should come to an end,
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The greater our Happiness were there, the greater would our Trouble be if we must fear or expect that it would have a Period.
The greater our Happiness were there, the greater would our Trouble be if we must Fear or expect that it would have a Period.
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And it is this which makes it compleat and absolute Bliss, that it shall endure for ever.
And it is this which makes it complete and absolute Bliss, that it shall endure for ever.
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It is indeed necessary to the Perfection of this Happiness that it should be everlasting:
It is indeed necessary to the Perfection of this Happiness that it should be everlasting:
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It is an Inheritance that shall never fade away. And Life eternal, or everlasting. Oh happy and most comfortable Assurance!
It is an Inheritance that shall never fade away. And Life Eternal, or everlasting. O happy and most comfortable Assurance!
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It is a Felicity made up of things which will neither fail of themselves, and shall never be taken from us.
It is a Felicity made up of things which will neither fail of themselves, and shall never be taken from us.
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That blessed State above is the enduring City. What will be there enjoy'd is the Treasure which neither Moth nor Rust can corrupt, Thieves break through and steal:
That blessed State above is the enduring city. What will be there enjoyed is the Treasure which neither Moth nor Rust can corrupt, Thieves break through and steal:
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This the holy Scripture frequently assures us of.
This the holy Scripture frequently assures us of.
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In thy Presence is Fulness of Joy, says the Psalmist, at thy right hand are Pleasures for evermore.
In thy Presence is Fullness of Joy, Says the Psalmist, At thy right hand Are Pleasures for evermore.
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And that is, to illustrate a little the Import of that general Qualification of this Blessedness, mentioned in the Text, That it shall continue for evermore.
And that is, to illustrate a little the Import of that general Qualification of this Blessedness, mentioned in the Text, That it shall continue for evermore.
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But this brings me to the third and last Head of Discourse which I am to insist upon:
But this brings me to the third and last Head of Discourse which I am to insist upon:
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They always relish with incomparable Pleasure what they receive, and always are filled with Bliss and Joy.
They always relish with incomparable Pleasure what they receive, and always Are filled with Bliss and Joy.
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They feast continually upon the Celestial Entertainments of his Love, and with all the Pleasure but without the Pain of Hunger and Thirst:
They feast continually upon the Celestial Entertainments of his Love, and with all the Pleasure but without the Pain of Hunger and Thirst:
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They derive from his everflowing Fulness without asking or any patient waiting for his Communications. He gives continually and they receive:
They derive from his Everflowing Fullness without asking or any patient waiting for his Communications. He gives continually and they receive:
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They easily and continually derive from the infinite Fountain of Goodness a full Satisfaction to all their Desires:
They Easily and continually derive from the infinite Fountain of goodness a full Satisfaction to all their Desires:
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and uncertain Solicitudes, that they may provide for themselves what they want or desire.
and uncertain Solicitudes, that they may provide for themselves what they want or desire.
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and still unsatisfied while we remain here, easily make us sensible of the Pleasure and Felicity of Satisfaction and Rest? The Saints possest of God and heavenly Bliss are no longer bound to labour and toil, no longer vexed with uneasie Cares,
and still unsatisfied while we remain Here, Easily make us sensible of the Pleasure and Felicity of Satisfaction and Rest? The Saints possessed of God and heavenly Bliss Are no longer bound to labour and toil, no longer vexed with uneasy Cares,
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May not our wretched craving Minds, which are still thirsting after Happiness whatever it is that we can enjoy of this World,
May not our wretched craving Minds, which Are still thirsting After Happiness whatever it is that we can enjoy of this World,
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They are in the Center of Joy and Bliss. Oh how great a Felicity is this!
They Are in the Centre of Joy and Bliss. O how great a Felicity is this!
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They have gained now, all that they have to wish for, and are now perfectly at rest:
They have gained now, all that they have to wish for, and Are now perfectly At rest:
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and they have the fullest and most perfect Possession and Enjoyment of him which they can desire.
and they have the Fullest and most perfect Possession and Enjoyment of him which they can desire.
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and they shall feel what the Psalmist expresses, a Fullness of Joy. They are now possest of the chiefest, the universal Good, beyond whom there is nothing more that they can desire,
and they shall feel what the Psalmist Expresses, a Fullness of Joy. They Are now possessed of the chiefest, the universal Good, beyond whom there is nothing more that they can desire,
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These Communications of the divine Goodness must needs give the happy Saints in Heaven a perfect Contentment and full Satisfaction;
These Communications of the divine goodness must needs give the happy Saints in Heaven a perfect Contentment and full Satisfaction;
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and for his Goodness to them.
and for his goodness to them.
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They joyn together, and they assist one another to love and praise him, for what he is in kimself,
They join together, and they assist one Another to love and praise him, for what he is in kimself,
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The whole Company of Heaven laud and magnifie him:
The Whole Company of Heaven laud and magnify him:
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and they are always pleased to make the best Returns of Love and thankful Praises to him.
and they Are always pleased to make the best Returns of Love and thankful Praises to him.
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He is always delighting over them, to do them good, and make them happy;
He is always delighting over them, to do them good, and make them happy;
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And the more he gives to them, the more they render and repay to him: The more he loves, the more they return of Love.
And the more he gives to them, the more they render and repay to him: The more he loves, the more they return of Love.
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The Communications of his Love and Goodness excite and inable them for very high and transporting Expressions of their Love to him:
The Communications of his Love and goodness excite and inable them for very high and transporting Expressions of their Love to him:
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God delights in them and they in him; and in the kindest ways they express their mutual Satisfaction and Delight in each other.
God delights in them and they in him; and in the Kindest ways they express their mutual Satisfaction and Delight in each other.
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As Friends embrace with mutual Endearments, and with great Pleasure and Delight converse together, so it is between God and the happy Saints in Heaven.
As Friends embrace with mutual Endearments, and with great Pleasure and Delight converse together, so it is between God and the happy Saints in Heaven.
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For this mutual Love and Union is attended with suitable Actions between them, and with very intimate and friendly Communion and Converse.
For this mutual Love and union is attended with suitable Actions between them, and with very intimate and friendly Communion and Converse.
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In mutual Love, he freely communicates himself to them, with overflowing Bliss; they wholly apply themselves to praise and honour him.
In mutual Love, he freely communicates himself to them, with overflowing Bliss; they wholly apply themselves to praise and honour him.
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The Riches of ten thousand Worlds were a dismal Poverty to what they possess and enjoy.
The Riches of ten thousand World's were a dismal Poverty to what they possess and enjoy.
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and the Goodness of all other the best things, and much more than all this.
and the goodness of all other the best things, and much more than all this.
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And he affords to the Saints, and they enjoy in him, the Love of all other the kindest Relations,
And he affords to the Saints, and they enjoy in him, the Love of all other the Kindest Relations,
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he contains in himself the Perfection and Goodness of all other things, and that in the highest Eminency.
he contains in himself the Perfection and goodness of all other things, and that in the highest Eminency.
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God himself is their Portion, and he surely must be an exceeding great Reward. God is the universal Good;
God himself is their Portion, and he surely must be an exceeding great Reward. God is the universal Good;
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and shall be their Felicity for ever.
and shall be their Felicity for ever.
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All the Riches, all the Glories of the divine Nature are by his condescending Love their Possession,
All the Riches, all the Glories of the divine Nature Are by his condescending Love their Possession,
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Since he is an infinite Good, every one may say he is mine, though they be an innumerable Company.
Since he is an infinite Good, every one may say he is mine, though they be an innumerable Company.
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And each happy Saint can there with most Reason and most Pleasure say of him, My beloved is mine and I am his:
And each happy Saint can there with most Reason and most Pleasure say of him, My Beloved is mine and I am his:
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All the happy Company of the Saints can say, this great, this glorious God is our God for ever and ever!
All the happy Company of the Saints can say, this great, this glorious God is our God for ever and ever!
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In Love, God communicates even himself to them, and they have in a sort a Possession of him.
In Love, God communicates even himself to them, and they have in a sort a Possession of him.
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and it perceives the chiefest Good, God himself, embracing and caressing the Saint with ineffable Love.
and it perceives the chiefest Good, God himself, embracing and caressing the Saint with ineffable Love.
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As the Understanding of the Saints immediately views and apprehends the Glory of God, so their Will is intimately and immediately joyn'd to his Goodness by mutual Love;
As the Understanding of the Saints immediately views and apprehends the Glory of God, so their Will is intimately and immediately joined to his goodness by mutual Love;
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Much rather must they who dwell in God and are united to him, be filled with Glory and Love and Happiness.
Much rather must they who dwell in God and Are united to him, be filled with Glory and Love and Happiness.
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nor they that dwell in the Sea Water:
nor they that dwell in the Sea Water:
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And they that could dwell in the Sun we may be sure would not want Light,
And they that could dwell in the Sun we may be sure would not want Light,
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To be united to God, and to dwell in him is to be united to infinite Glory and Love.
To be united to God, and to dwell in him is to be united to infinite Glory and Love.
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and God in him, 1 Joh. 4.16. And surely this cannot chuse but be an unspeakable Happiness.
and God in him, 1 John 4.16. And surely this cannot choose but be an unspeakable Happiness.
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a very intimate, and without doubt, a very sensible Union, of which we may believe St. John speaks when he says, He that dwells in Love dwells in God,
a very intimate, and without doubt, a very sensible union, of which we may believe Saint John speaks when he Says, He that dwells in Love dwells in God,
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and do enjoy from his Love all that their own can desire. This mutual Love produces a sort of Union between God and the Saints in Heaven;
and do enjoy from his Love all that their own can desire. This mutual Love produces a sort of union between God and the Saints in Heaven;
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But more must it be pleasant to the happy Saints in Heaven, where they are possest of him they supreamly love,
But more must it be pleasant to the happy Saints in Heaven, where they Are possessed of him they supremely love,
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and make even the long Delays of lingring Expectation tolerable.
and make even the long Delays of lingering Expectation tolerable.
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Love is so pleasant a thing it can sweeten those that are bitter, it can sweeten Labour and Pain,
Love is so pleasant a thing it can sweeten those that Are bitter, it can sweeten Labour and Pain,
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all the Exercises of Love are highly pleasing.
all the Exercises of Love Are highly pleasing.
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with all the Strength of raised and improved Faculties of Mind and Soul. And Love and Pleasure are things that always go together;
with all the Strength of raised and improved Faculties of Mind and Soul. And Love and Pleasure Are things that always go together;
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They now most perfectly love him with all their Soul, and with all their Strength;
They now most perfectly love him with all their Soul, and with all their Strength;
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As his Glory communicates and fills them with Glory, so his Love communicates and fills them with Love.
As his Glory communicates and fills them with Glory, so his Love communicates and fills them with Love.
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It is not possible that they can dwell and converse with so much Love without being themselves even transformed into Love.
It is not possible that they can dwell and converse with so much Love without being themselves even transformed into Love.
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These Communications and Expressions of the divine Love do necessarily kindle a mighty Flame of Love in the Saints to him.
These Communications and Expressions of the divine Love do necessarily kindle a mighty Flame of Love in the Saints to him.
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But how great Joy, how unconceivable Pleasure must it needs create in the happy Saints, to enjoy the Love of a God! To have Infinite Perfections exercised in Expressions of Kindness and Love to them!
But how great Joy, how unconceivable Pleasure must it needs create in the happy Saints, to enjoy the Love of a God! To have Infinite Perfections exercised in Expressions of Kindness and Love to them!
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He will make his Love apparent and sensible by the most charming Endearments and Consolations, and display it in all its Magnificence and Glory:
He will make his Love apparent and sensible by the most charming Endearments and Consolations, and display it in all its Magnificence and Glory:
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He will never turn away his Face from them, nor ever make it uneasie or terrible by Frowns and Displeasure.
He will never turn away his Face from them, nor ever make it uneasy or terrible by Frowns and Displeasure.
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They shall always see him regarding them, as we may say, with a kind and gracious Aspect.
They shall always see him regarding them, as we may say, with a kind and gracious Aspect.
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As his Glory shall be represented to them by its own Light, so his Love shall be made sensible by its own immediate Sweetness and Goodness.
As his Glory shall be represented to them by its own Light, so his Love shall be made sensible by its own immediate Sweetness and goodness.
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There they shall to the greatest Purpose know that God is Love. They shall perceive and partake of his Goodness, not only in his Gifts or Works, but even in himself.
There they shall to the greatest Purpose know that God is Love. They shall perceive and partake of his goodness, not only in his Gifts or Works, but even in himself.
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There indeed will he most abundantly and immediately make the Saints sensible of his Love to them.
There indeed will he most abundantly and immediately make the Saints sensible of his Love to them.
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then especially, and in the sweetest manner there.
then especially, and in the Sweetest manner there.
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But surely these are to be enjoy'd in Heaven if any where, and if any where,
But surely these Are to be enjoyed in Heaven if any where, and if any where,
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The immediate Caresses and Expressions of divine Love may be expected by holy Souls, as appears by that Wish which Solomon puts into the Mouth of the Spouse, Cant. 1.4. Let him kiss me with the Kisses of his Mouth, thy Love is better than Wine.
The immediate Caresses and Expressions of divine Love may be expected by holy Souls, as appears by that Wish which Solomon puts into the Mouth of the Spouse, Cant 1.4. Let him kiss me with the Kisses of his Mouth, thy Love is better than Wine.
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By which Expressions we may justly believe that he chiefly means Heaven, and that Presence of of God which will be afforded there.
By which Expressions we may justly believe that he chiefly means Heaven, and that Presence of of God which will be afforded there.
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for with thee is the Fountain of Life:
for with thee is the Fountain of Life:
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even of thy holy Temple, and thou shalt make them drink of the River of thy Pleasures,
even of thy holy Temple, and thou shalt make them drink of the River of thy Pleasures,
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and says, They, that is those good Men who would worship and put their Trust in him, shall be abundantly satisfied with the Fatness of thy House,
and Says, They, that is those good Men who would worship and put their Trust in him, shall be abundantly satisfied with the Fatness of thy House,
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where he says, How excellent is thy loving Kindness O God! And to shew that he had his Thoughts chiefly upon these Communications of divine Love, he tells, in Vers. 8, 9. where the loving Kindness which he celebrates is chiefly to be enjoy'd,
where he Says, How excellent is thy loving Kindness Oh God! And to show that he had his Thoughts chiefly upon these Communications of divine Love, he tells, in Vers. 8, 9. where the loving Kindness which he celebrates is chiefly to be enjoyed,
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The Psalmist must be reckoned to mean these especially when he says, Oh how great is the Goodness which thou hast prepar'd for them that fear thee! Psal. 31.19. In the same admiring manner he speaks of them again in Psal. 36.7.
The Psalmist must be reckoned to mean these especially when he Says, O how great is the goodness which thou hast prepared for them that Fear thee! Psalm 31.19. In the same admiring manner he speaks of them again in Psalm 36.7.
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It must be a favourable Presence which shall do this, and so be attended with Exercises and Expressions of divine Love.
It must be a favourable Presence which shall do this, and so be attended with Exercises and Expressions of divine Love.
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Our Text intimates this in saying, that the Presence which is manifested there will afford Fulness of Joy, and Pleasures for evermore.
Our Text intimates this in saying, that the Presence which is manifested there will afford Fullness of Joy, and Pleasures for evermore.
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Such Communications and Expressions of divine Love the holy Scripture gives us leave to expect, will be afforded in Heaven.
Such Communications and Expressions of divine Love the holy Scripture gives us leave to expect, will be afforded in Heaven.
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His Love makes them appear good and kind, and they make his Love appear great and glorious.
His Love makes them appear good and kind, and they make his Love appear great and glorious.
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They shall mightily adorn his Love, and his Love shall sweeten them:
They shall mightily adorn his Love, and his Love shall sweeten them:
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But the great Happiness of Heaven is, that all those Excellencies and Glories which shall be manifested shall appear as kind as great.
But the great Happiness of Heaven is, that all those Excellencies and Glories which shall be manifested shall appear as kind as great.
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and overwhelm them with Astonishment, rather than give them Delight and Pleasure.
and overwhelm them with Astonishment, rather than give them Delight and Pleasure.
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and Evidences of Goodness and Love. Yea, we may justly suppose they would render him even terrible to poor mean Creatures,
and Evidences of goodness and Love. Yea, we may justly suppose they would render him even terrible to poor mean Creatures,
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It is easie to conceive there would be very little Pleasure in having such bright and glorious Manifestations of the divine Excellency and Greatness made to them without suitable Expressions,
It is easy to conceive there would be very little Pleasure in having such bright and glorious Manifestations of the divine Excellency and Greatness made to them without suitable Expressions,
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And this Addition is what does properly add Fruition to Vision, and gives the Saints an intire and a blissful Enjoyment of God.
And this Addition is what does properly add Fruition to Vision, and gives the Saints an entire and a blissful Enjoyment of God.
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2. To these immediate Manifestations of the divine Excellency and Glory are joyn'd in Heaven, the immediate Expressions and Communications of his Goodness and Love.
2. To these immediate Manifestations of the divine Excellency and Glory Are joined in Heaven, the immediate Expressions and Communications of his goodness and Love.
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And as the Light of this Knowledge thus fills and transforms the Mind, it must be most inwardly and intirely possest and sensible of unspeakable Joy and Pleasure too.
And as the Light of this Knowledge thus fills and transforms the Mind, it must be most inwardly and entirely possessed and sensible of unspeakable Joy and Pleasure too.
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Now is that most perfectly fulfill'd which the Apostle speaks (2 Cor. 3.18.) saying, We all as with open Face beholding the Glory of the Lord are changed into the same Image from Glory to Glory.
Now is that most perfectly fulfilled which the Apostle speaks (2 Cor. 3.18.) saying, We all as with open Face beholding the Glory of the Lord Are changed into the same Image from Glory to Glory.
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and in it is no Darkness at all; the Soul it self is even transformed into Light and Glory:
and in it is no Darkness At all; the Soul it self is even transformed into Light and Glory:
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And of the happy Soul it may now be said that it self also is Light,
And of the happy Soul it may now be said that it self also is Light,
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All the enlarged Capacity is filled with the Light of a clear and distinct Knowledge:
All the enlarged Capacity is filled with the Light of a clear and distinct Knowledge:
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As the perfect Sanctification of Heaven leaves no Spot of Corruption, so this leaves no Shadows of Ignorance or Darkness:
As the perfect Sanctification of Heaven leaves no Spot of Corruption, so this leaves no Shadows of Ignorance or Darkness:
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and in whom every thing that can be known is admirable, glorious and pleasing. This Manifestation of the divine Glories fills the Mind with Light and Glory.
and in whom every thing that can be known is admirable, glorious and pleasing. This Manifestation of the divine Glories fills the Mind with Light and Glory.
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This Manifestation, then, must give the happy Saints the highest Pleasure as it gives them the clearest and the fullest Knowledge of him who is the most excellent and perfect Being,
This Manifestation, then, must give the happy Saints the highest Pleasure as it gives them the Clearest and the Fullest Knowledge of him who is the most excellent and perfect Being,
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And as Light is pleasant to the Eye, so is Knowledge to the Mind, and this is always so much the more pleasant as it is more important, full, and clear:
And as Light is pleasant to the Eye, so is Knowledge to the Mind, and this is always so much the more pleasant as it is more important, full, and clear:
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The Saints there know more of God than ever they could before, and they know it all more evidently and certainly than ever.
The Saints there know more of God than ever they could before, and they know it all more evidently and Certainly than ever.
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and therefore with more Pleasure too.
and Therefore with more Pleasure too.
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And thus must he needs be more perfectly known in Heaven than ever he was before,
And thus must he needs be more perfectly known in Heaven than ever he was before,
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This makes him intirely known, as far as they are capable, and that by one, easie, perpetual View, by full Beams of divine Glory always resting upon the Mind:
This makes him entirely known, as Far as they Are capable, and that by one, easy, perpetual View, by full Beams of divine Glory always resting upon the Mind:
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as we may say, but by Sparkles, and gives, too commonly, but very partial and imperfect Notions of the Deity.
as we may say, but by Sparkles, and gives, too commonly, but very partial and imperfect Notions of the Deity.
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The Saints do not now gather this by a tedious and laborious Train of Reasoning and Discourse which gains Knowledge,
The Saints do not now gather this by a tedious and laborious Train of Reasoning and Discourse which gains Knowledge,
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This Manifestation of the great God gives at once a very large and comprehensive Knowledge of him.
This Manifestation of the great God gives At once a very large and comprehensive Knowledge of him.
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Thus will the Memory of past things refresh and please them, as in them they will now very plainly see the charming Impresses and Characters of the divine Perfections.
Thus will the Memory of past things refresh and please them, as in them they will now very plainly see the charming Impresses and Characters of the divine Perfections.
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They see the Glory of these shining particularly in the Dealings of God with Mankind, and in all those Dispensations by which they themselves have been brought to everlasting Happiness.
They see the Glory of these shining particularly in the Dealings of God with Mankind, and in all those Dispensations by which they themselves have been brought to everlasting Happiness.
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And these evidently appear to them upon many things where they could not see them before:
And these evidently appear to them upon many things where they could not see them before:
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They now see and praise that infinite Goodness, and admirable Wisdom, and Almighty Power which have exercised themselves in the Creation and Government of the World:
They now see and praise that infinite goodness, and admirable Wisdom, and Almighty Power which have exercised themselves in the Creation and Government of the World:
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because they did not understand them.
Because they did not understand them.
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And will inable the happy Saints with Wonder and Joy, to call to mind even those very Operations of God which were some time grievous to them,
And will inable the happy Saints with Wonder and Joy, to call to mind even those very Operations of God which were Some time grievous to them,
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And so this bright Light will illuminate all that was dark in the Works of God before:
And so this bright Light will illuminate all that was dark in the Works of God before:
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By this Manifestation of the divine Excellencies and Glories in themselves, the Saints will better apprehend them in the Marks and Characters which they have left of themselves upon their wonderful Effects, they will much the better know them again whereever they meet them.
By this Manifestation of the divine Excellencies and Glories in themselves, the Saints will better apprehend them in the Marks and Characters which they have left of themselves upon their wondered Effects, they will much the better know them again wherever they meet them.
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The Saint can entertain himself still with the unmeasurable Object, and with vast unwearied delight plunges still his admiring Thoughts into an Abyss of Glory.
The Saint can entertain himself still with the unmeasurable Object, and with vast unwearied delight plunges still his admiring Thoughts into an Abyss of Glory.
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And with this the Mind in Heaven is delighted and pleased, the infinite Glories of the Deity do not amaze nor discourage it:
And with this the Mind in Heaven is delighted and pleased, the infinite Glories of the Deity do not amaze nor discourage it:
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and after all the Additions to it in their Thoughts, they know he infinitely surpasses all.
and After all the Additions to it in their Thoughts, they know he infinitely Surpasses all.
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And with vast Pleasure do they multiply in their Thoughts all that they know of the glorious Deity, they suppose endless Additions to it,
And with vast Pleasure do they multiply in their Thoughts all that they know of the glorious Deity, they suppose endless Additions to it,
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and perfectly by any one but himself.
and perfectly by any one but himself.
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yet cannot know all, but indeed do fall infinitely short of him, nor can he be known fully,
yet cannot know all, but indeed do fallen infinitely short of him, nor can he be known Fully,
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and fill it with Light and Glory: To think that the most excellent and capable Creatures, though they know most of God,
and fill it with Light and Glory: To think that the most excellent and capable Creatures, though they know most of God,
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To think that if their Capacity were infinitely larger than it is, yet could the infinitely glorious Object enlighten it all,
To think that if their Capacity were infinitely larger than it is, yet could the infinitely glorious Object enlighten it all,
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And they have a most sublime and ravishing Joy to imagine Worlds of unknown Beauties and Glories in the Deity:
And they have a most sublime and ravishing Joy to imagine World's of unknown Beauty's and Glories in the Deity:
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So will the happy Saints be pleased to find that these Perfections have no Bounds nor Limits.
So will the happy Saints be pleased to find that these Perfections have no Bounds nor Limits.
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as well as beyond all the past and actual Exercise of themselves.
as well as beyond all the past and actual Exercise of themselves.
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This will very brightly demonstrate that the divine Perfections are infinite, and extend themselves far beyond the Reach of utmost and most inlarged Thought,
This will very brightly demonstrate that the divine Perfections Are infinite, and extend themselves Far beyond the Reach of utmost and most enlarged Thought,
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It will awaken him to conceive innumerable Worlds yet possible, and to suppose things incomparably more excellent and glorious than any that are yet produced.
It will awaken him to conceive innumerable World's yet possible, and to suppose things incomparably more excellent and glorious than any that Are yet produced.
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and Goodness not yet drawn forth into Exercise; with the unexhaustible, unbounded Wealth of the Deity!
and goodness not yet drawn forth into Exercise; with the unexhaustible, unbounded Wealth of the Deity!
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And will occasion the active Mind to entertain it self with the Treasures of Divine Wisdom, Power,
And will occasion the active Mind to entertain it self with the Treasures of Divine Wisdom, Power,
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This Manifestation of the divine Nature and Attributes, will give the Saint a ravishing Apprehension of further Effects yet possible to be produced.
This Manifestation of the divine Nature and Attributes, will give the Saint a ravishing Apprehension of further Effects yet possible to be produced.
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and have viewed and considered with great Wonder and Delight, the much more glorious Works which will appear in that far more glorious World above, still will this immediate Manifestation of the divine Nature, wherein all those Excellencies center and dwell which shew themselves in those Works, be incomparably more delightful and pleasant to the Saints.
and have viewed and considered with great Wonder and Delight, the much more glorious Works which will appear in that Far more glorious World above, still will this immediate Manifestation of the divine Nature, wherein all those Excellencies centre and dwell which show themselves in those Works, be incomparably more delightful and pleasant to the Saints.
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And yet, after that the Saints have considered and admired the glorious Works of God which appear in this World,
And yet, After that the Saints have considered and admired the glorious Works of God which appear in this World,
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It is somewhat more to see God in his wonderful and glorious Works than only to know him by what we hear:
It is somewhat more to see God in his wondered and glorious Works than only to know him by what we hear:
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whether it be with Pleasure or Vexation, than what we only hear of by the Ear.
whither it be with Pleasure or Vexation, than what we only hear of by the Ear.
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how much more joyful and pleasant may we easily imagine this must needs be. We know by ordinary experience, that what the Eye sees does affect us much more,
how much more joyful and pleasant may we Easily imagine this must needs be. We know by ordinary experience, that what the Eye sees does affect us much more,
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but if we come to the new Jerusalem, and there see the King of Glory immediately manifested in his incomprehensible Brightness and Glory,
but if we come to the new Jerusalem, and there see the King of Glory immediately manifested in his incomprehensible Brightness and Glory,
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They are indeed very bright and charming things which our Faith now receives, by hearing, concerning him;
They Are indeed very bright and charming things which our Faith now receives, by hearing, Concerning him;
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this must be yet much more pleasing and delightful.
this must be yet much more pleasing and delightful.
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If it be wonderful and pleasing to observe and contemplate the Divine Perfections as they are now represented in the Word of God;
If it be wondered and pleasing to observe and contemplate the Divine Perfections as they Are now represented in the Word of God;
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But who can express, who can possibly conceive the Pleasure and Happiness which this will afford!
But who can express, who can possibly conceive the Pleasure and Happiness which this will afford!
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and which are presented to an open immediate View. The Beatisick Vision is Intuition or intellectual Sight.
and which Are presented to an open immediate View. The Beatisick Vision is Intuition or intellectual Sighed.
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They have such an Apprehension of his Excellencies, and Glories, as we now have of things which we see,
They have such an Apprehension of his Excellencies, and Glories, as we now have of things which we see,
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In his Light they see Light.
In his Light they see Light.
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Hence the Scripture says, that when it is afforded to the blessed Saints in Heaven, they see him as he is, 1 Joh. 3.2. He is not now vail'd or conceal'd from them by any thing, nor is he represented by any thing but himself.
Hence the Scripture Says, that when it is afforded to the blessed Saints in Heaven, they see him as he is, 1 John 3.2. He is not now veiled or concealed from them by any thing, nor is he represented by any thing but himself.
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They see the Glory of the Lord, and the Excellency of our God, as the Prophet speaks ( Isa. 35.2.) It is a Manifestation of the essential Being or perfect Majesty of God.
They see the Glory of the Lord, and the Excellency of our God, as the Prophet speaks (Isaiah 35.2.) It is a Manifestation of the essential Being or perfect Majesty of God.
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They have their Understandings elevated, and strengthned by the heavenly Glory, and they steddily fix their Minds upon God, and immediately view him.
They have their Understandings elevated, and strengthened by the heavenly Glory, and they steadily fix their Minds upon God, and immediately view him.
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The blessed Saints in Heaven enjoy this:
The blessed Saints in Heaven enjoy this:
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It is the Glory and Excellency of the Divine Nature immediately manifested, and shewn to his Creatures.
It is the Glory and Excellency of the Divine Nature immediately manifested, and shown to his Creatures.
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This is a Manifestation of the Divine Glory which is reserv'd for the perfect Happiness of Heaven.
This is a Manifestation of the Divine Glory which is reserved for the perfect Happiness of Heaven.
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Thou canst not see my Face, for there is no Man shall see me and live.
Thou Canst not see my Face, for there is no Man shall see me and live.
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We have God's Answer to his Request in v. 20. in these Words.
We have God's Answer to his Request in v. 20. in these Words.
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Therefore when Moses requested that he might see this in Exod. 33.18. in those Words, I beseech thee shew me thy Glory.
Therefore when Moses requested that he might see this in Exod 33.18. in those Words, I beseech thee show me thy Glory.
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The holy Scripture interprets this Face, by the Glory of God and says, it cannot be seen with mortal Eyes.
The holy Scripture interprets this Face, by the Glory of God and Says, it cannot be seen with Mortal Eyes.
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But this which shall be enjoy'd in Heaven we have reason to believe will consist in very peculiar Manifestations of the Glory and Excellency of God.
But this which shall be enjoyed in Heaven we have reason to believe will consist in very peculiar Manifestations of the Glory and Excellency of God.
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And the Apostle Paul calls it a seeing God Face to Face, 1 Cor. 13.12. The Face of God is in Scripture put for any Manifestation of himself to Men:
And the Apostle Paul calls it a seeing God Face to Face, 1 Cor. 13.12. The Face of God is in Scripture put for any Manifestation of himself to Men:
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For those Words may be understood as spoken of what shall be afforded such a Person in the other World. ( Greg. Mag. Expos. Moral in Job l. 24. Cap. 7.) This also is what the Psalmist means when in hopes of attaining this Happiness at last he says ( Psal. 17.15.) I shall behold thy Face in Righteousness.
For those Words may be understood as spoken of what shall be afforded such a Person in the other World. (Greg. Mag. Expos. Moral in Job l. 24. Cap. 7.) This also is what the Psalmist means when in hope's of attaining this Happiness At last he Says (Psalm 17.15.) I shall behold thy Face in Righteousness.
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These in holy Scripture are represented under the Name of the Face of God. Of this, I doubt not, Job speaks, Job 33.26, when he says of a true Penitent, He shall see his Face with Joy:
These in holy Scripture Are represented under the Name of the Face of God. Of this, I doubt not, Job speaks, Job 33.26, when he Says of a true Penitent, He shall see his Face with Joy:
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and enjoy the immediate Manifestations of the Divine Excellency and Glory.
and enjoy the immediate Manifestations of the Divine Excellency and Glory.
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For though these are indeed never separated, yet they may be distinguisht. In the first place then, we may learn, that the Saints in Heaven shall receive,
For though these Are indeed never separated, yet they may be distinguished. In the First place then, we may Learn, that the Saints in Heaven shall receive,
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And since even those who call it by that general Name do think themselves oblig'd to explain that Vision as including also the Communications of Divine Love, I think it more fit and proper to speak of these things distinctly and severally.
And since even those who call it by that general Name do think themselves obliged to explain that Vision as including also the Communications of Divine Love, I think it more fit and proper to speak of these things distinctly and severally.
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or that it consists in a meer gazing upon, and admiring the Divine Glories.
or that it consists in a mere gazing upon, and admiring the Divine Glories.
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For doubtless we are not to think, that all the Happiness of Heaven is fitly and adequately represented under the Name of Vision alone,
For doubtless we Are not to think, that all the Happiness of Heaven is fitly and adequately represented under the Name of Vision alone,
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(1.) An immediate Manifestation of the Divine Excellencies and Glories. (2.) Immediate Communications or Expressions of his Goodness, the endearing Caresses of his Love.
(1.) an immediate Manifestation of the Divine Excellencies and Glories. (2.) Immediate Communications or Expressions of his goodness, the endearing Caresses of his Love.
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This general Notion then of an Admission into the Presence of God in Heaven we may reckon affords two distinct particulars towards the Happiness there, which are these.
This general Notion then of an Admission into the Presence of God in Heaven we may reckon affords two distinct particulars towards the Happiness there, which Are these.
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but rather knew himself an abject, abhorr'd of God as well as hated of all Men.
but rather knew himself an abject, abhorred of God as well as hated of all Men.
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And God withdrawing his gracious Presence from Cain, he was forsaken by God, and put out of his special Protection; (Ib. in loc.) so that he had no more granted any Tokens or Expressions of the Divine Favour to him,
And God withdrawing his gracious Presence from Cain, he was forsaken by God, and put out of his special Protection; (Ib. in loc.) so that he had no more granted any Tokens or Expressions of the Divine Favour to him,
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the Sight of which Cain never after this enjoy'd, but by the Divine Curse was banished from it.
the Sighed of which Cain never After this enjoyed, but by the Divine Curse was banished from it.
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there was a divine Glory made visible (which by the Jews was called the Shechinah ) which appear'd from the beginning to those of Mankind whom it pleased God to converse with;
there was a divine Glory made visible (which by the jews was called the Shechinah) which appeared from the beginning to those of Mankind whom it pleased God to converse with;
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and to obtain his Favour for Honour and Preferment. (Bishop of Ely Paraph. in loc.) So when 'tis said Cain went out from the Presence of the Lord, (Gen. 4.16.) The same Father teaches us to understand it thus;
and to obtain his Favour for Honour and Preferment. (Bishop of Ely Paraph. in loc.) So when it's said Cain went out from the Presence of the Lord, (Gen. 4.16.) The same Father Teaches us to understand it thus;
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And a learned Father of our Church fitly interprets it thus, Many are ambitious to be known to their Prince,
And a learned Father of our Church fitly interprets it thus, Many Are ambitious to be known to their Prince,
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So when 'tis said in the Hebrew, in Prov. 29.26. Many seek the Face of the Ruler, we translate it, Many seek the Ruler's Favour, because without doubt it means so much.
So when it's said in the Hebrew, in Curae 29.26. Many seek the Face of the Ruler, we translate it, Many seek the Ruler's Favour, Because without doubt it means so much.
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the seeing him, and the partaking of some Instances and Expressions of his special and peculiar Favour.
the seeing him, and the partaking of Some Instances and Expressions of his special and peculiar Favour.
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Now the Presence of God (according to the use of the Word in the Hebrew Language) seems to include two things;
Now the Presence of God (according to the use of the Word in the Hebrew Language) seems to include two things;
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Thus the Psalmist in our Text speaks of it. In thy Presence is Fulness of Joy, says he to God. So in Psal. 140.13. he says, The Ʋpright shall dwell in thy Presence.
Thus the Psalmist in our Text speaks of it. In thy Presence is Fullness of Joy, Says he to God. So in Psalm 140.13. he Says, The Ʋpright shall dwell in thy Presence.
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And that seems to represent it to us under this general and comprehensive Notion of it, the Admission into an immediate and special Presence of God.
And that seems to represent it to us under this general and comprehensive Notion of it, the Admission into an immediate and special Presence of God.
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Let us now see what the holy Scripture tells us concerning this matter:
Let us now see what the holy Scripture tells us Concerning this matter:
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when the Saints come to this perfect and consummate Bliss in seeing and enjoying of him.
when the Saints come to this perfect and consummate Bliss in seeing and enjoying of him.
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and his Goodness and Pleasantness will be chiefly minded, and delighted in, in every other Goodness,
and his goodness and Pleasantness will be chiefly minded, and delighted in, in every other goodness,
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It will be his Glory which the Saints shall chiefly admire, and be pleased with, in every other Glory,
It will be his Glory which the Saints shall chiefly admire, and be pleased with, in every other Glory,
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as Rivers lose all their Distinction when they fall into the Sea of Waters. Thus God becomes all in all, as the Scripture speaks.
as rivers loose all their Distinction when they fallen into the Sea of Waters. Thus God becomes all in all, as the Scripture speaks.
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and the Delight and Pleasure which all things else afford will be scarce observable with the Enjoyment of him,
and the Delight and Pleasure which all things Else afford will be scarce observable with the Enjoyment of him,
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His Glory will comprehend, and even conceal theirs as the Light of the Sun does that of the Stars;
His Glory will comprehend, and even conceal theirs as the Light of the Sun does that of the Stars;
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They are as the Stars, he as the Sun of Glory.
They Are as the Stars, he as the Sun of Glory.
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The other things are as the Streams, and God is the Ocean of Delight and Joy:
The other things Are as the Streams, and God is the Ocean of Delight and Joy:
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but even comprehend them too, or, as we may say, will swallow them up.
but even comprehend them too, or, as we may say, will swallow them up.
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That (whatever it is) will not only vastly exceed and transcend all other Particulars,
That (whatever it is) will not only vastly exceed and transcend all other Particulars,
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and much the most considerable Part of our final Happiness, I thought I might fitly enough distinguish this from the rest under the Name of what the Saints shall enjoy in Heaven.
and much the most considerable Part of our final Happiness, I Thought I might fitly enough distinguish this from the rest under the Name of what the Saints shall enjoy in Heaven.
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That therefore, which still remains to be spoken to, being our most eminent and considerable Enjoyment,
That Therefore, which still remains to be spoken to, being our most eminent and considerable Enjoyment,
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and the Enjoyment of him, that all the rest is as nothing in comparison to this.
and the Enjoyment of him, that all the rest is as nothing in comparison to this.
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But besides all these things, there is so much more of Bliss yet remaining which shall be immediately deriv'd from God himself,
But beside all these things, there is so much more of Bliss yet remaining which shall be immediately derived from God himself,
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and also of their own Excellencies and Improvements of Body and Soul ▪ They shall enjoy these, that is, all all these things shall be matter of great Delight and Pleasure to them.
and also of their own Excellencies and Improvements of Body and Soul ▪ They shall enjoy these, that is, all all these things shall be matter of great Delight and Pleasure to them.
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and of the Fellowship and Conversation of perfect Saints, and the glorious and kind Angels,
and of the Fellowship and Conversation of perfect Saints, and the glorious and kind Angels,
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For it has been said, They shall have a very happy Enjoyment of the glorious Place which they dwell in,
For it has been said, They shall have a very happy Enjoyment of the glorious Place which they dwell in,
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It may be said indeed, that I have done this in some measure already, in the two Discourses foregoing this.
It may be said indeed, that I have done this in Some measure already, in the two Discourses foregoing this.
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The next thing then which I am to do is, to shew what it is that the Saints in Heaven shall enjoy.
The next thing then which I am to do is, to show what it is that the Saints in Heaven shall enjoy.
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Psal. 16.11. In thy Presence is Fulness of Joy, at thy Right Hand are Pleasures for evermore.
Psalm 16.11. In thy Presence is Fullness of Joy, At thy Right Hand Are Pleasures for evermore.
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AS we cannot in this our present Life enjoy our perfect and consummate Felicity, so neither can we now fully know what it is;
AS we cannot in this our present Life enjoy our perfect and consummate Felicity, so neither can we now Fully know what it is;
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as the holy Scripture it self tells us. One Apostle says, We now know but as by a Glass:
as the holy Scripture it self tells us. One Apostle Says, We now know but as by a Glass:
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Another says, It does not yet appear what we shall be.
another Says, It does not yet appear what we shall be.
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The Mind of Man indeed is not at present suited, nor are our Faculties capable to entertain a full and adequate Conception or Idea of that Blessedness:
The Mind of Man indeed is not At present suited, nor Are our Faculties capable to entertain a full and adequate Conception or Idea of that Blessedness:
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Therefore the holy Scripture says, It cannot enter into the Heart of Man what things God hath prepared for them that love him. But yet:
Therefore the holy Scripture Says, It cannot enter into the Heart of Man what things God hath prepared for them that love him. But yet:
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As very much is, by the Favour of God, reveal'd to us concerning that excellent Happiness in his Word,
As very much is, by the Favour of God, revealed to us Concerning that excellent Happiness in his Word,
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and we may from thence derive a good Measure of the Knowledge of it, though not a perfect one;
and we may from thence derive a good Measure of the Knowledge of it, though not a perfect one;
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so there may be so much said of this from the Intimations of holy Scripture concerning it,
so there may be so much said of this from the Intimations of holy Scripture Concerning it,
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as may by the Blessing of God possess us with the Desires of knowing more, and of attaining the perfect Fruition of this Blessedness.
as may by the Blessing of God possess us with the Desires of knowing more, and of attaining the perfect Fruition of this Blessedness.
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Just as the Queen of Sheba, could not have an adequate and full Conception of the Glory of Solomon, by all that she had heard of it, in her own Country:
Just as the Queen of Sheba, could not have an adequate and full Conception of the Glory of Solomon, by all that she had herd of it, in her own Country:
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But yet such Representations might be made of it to her, and were so effectually made, that she might be,
But yet such Representations might be made of it to her, and were so effectually made, that she might be,
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and was possest with an earnest Desire to go her self to it, and to know by seeing what it was.
and was possessed with an earnest Desire to go her self to it, and to know by seeing what it was.
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I have therefore begun to represent this Happiness, as well as I can, from the Revelations concerning it in holy Scripture:
I have Therefore begun to represent this Happiness, as well as I can, from the Revelations Concerning it in holy Scripture:
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That I might thereby, if it may please God, possess some worldly and and careless Hearts, with some Sense of its Excellency,
That I might thereby, if it may please God, possess Some worldly and and careless Hearts, with Some Sense of its Excellency,
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and with some warm and vigorous Desires to attain it;
and with Some warm and vigorous Desires to attain it;
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which things are the necessary and first Steps towards the Attainment of it, I have taken notice, that in these Words of the Psalmist we have a very large and comprehensive account of this final and perfect Happiness.
which things Are the necessary and First Steps towards the Attainment of it, I have taken notice, that in these Words of the Psalmist we have a very large and comprehensive account of this final and perfect Happiness.
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And from this account of it I propos'd to insist upon these three general Heads of Discourse concerning it.
And from this account of it I proposed to insist upon these three general Heads of Discourse Concerning it.
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1. To represent what they are to be who shall enjoy that Happiness, for even what they are is a great Part of it.
1. To represent what they Are to be who shall enjoy that Happiness, for even what they Are is a great Part of it.
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2. To shew what the Saints in Heaven shall enjoy.
2. To show what the Saints in Heaven shall enjoy.
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3. To observe and illustrate the Import of the general Qualification of that Blessedness mentioned in the Text, which is, that it shall endure for evermore.
3. To observe and illustrate the Import of the general Qualification of that Blessedness mentioned in the Text, which is, that it shall endure for evermore.
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The first of these Heads I have sufficiently spoken to, and shall now, with the Divine Assistance, proceed to what remains.
The First of these Heads I have sufficiently spoken to, and shall now, with the Divine Assistance, proceed to what remains.
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Have Dominion (said he) over the Fishes of the Sea, over the Fowls of the Air,
Have Dominion (said he) over the Fish of the Sea, over the Fowls of the Air,
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This is evident in that large and free Donation, which he made to Man as soon as he was Created;
This is evident in that large and free Donation, which he made to Man as soon as he was Created;
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and then confine us to enjoy only within the Bounds of meer necessity.
and then confine us to enjoy only within the Bounds of mere necessity.
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He has not provided for us with a sparing and niggardly hand, nor does he so tantalize us as to set before us a bounteous and plentiful Provision,
He has not provided for us with a sparing and niggardly hand, nor does he so tantalize us as to Set before us a bounteous and plentiful Provision,
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And his Goodness affords a liberal use of all that we can reasonably desire.
And his goodness affords a liberal use of all that we can reasonably desire.
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His Favour to Mankind in Particular, has furnisht the World with a great Variety of things to satisfie and please every natural Appetite which he made in us.
His Favour to Mankind in Particular, has furnished the World with a great Variety of things to satisfy and please every natural Appetite which he made in us.
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THE infinitely Good and Almighty Creatour of the World, made sufficient provision in it for the Happiness and Satisfaction of every Creature that he made.
THE infinitely Good and Almighty Creator of the World, made sufficient provision in it for the Happiness and Satisfaction of every Creature that he made.
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2 Tim. 3.4. latter part. Lovers of Pleasures more than Lovers of God.
2 Tim. 3.4. latter part. Lovers of Pleasures more than Lovers of God.
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as they should do, divert us from him;
as they should do, divert us from him;
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And the Pleasures which he allows, instead of leading us to the Fountain and chief Good,
And the Pleasures which he allows, instead of leading us to the Fountain and chief Good,
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We distrust and deny the Kindness of his Laws, tho' he has in other ways shown us so much Kindness:
We distrust and deny the Kindness of his Laws, though he has in other ways shown us so much Kindness:
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or use more than he allows. But herein lies the Folly and Ingratitude of Mankind:
or use more than he allows. But herein lies the Folly and Ingratitude of Mankind:
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And if his Goodness allows all the Pleasure that we can reasonably and naturally desire, it must be unreasonable to desire,
And if his goodness allows all the Pleasure that we can reasonably and naturally desire, it must be unreasonable to desire,
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and forbids nothing, but what would disparage and hurt us.
and forbids nothing, but what would disparage and hurt us.
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It is reasonable hereupon to believe, that he allows all that is becoming and good for us,
It is reasonable hereupon to believe, that he allows all that is becoming and good for us,
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and confines us to Rules in the Enjoyment of these things but rather that 'tis further kindness.
and confines us to Rules in the Enjoyment of these things but rather that it's further kindness.
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we must, to be just to him, conclude from hence, that it is not any Ill-will in him, which bounds us by Laws,
we must, to be just to him, conclude from hence, that it is not any Ill-will in him, which bounds us by Laws,
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and beyond what meer necessity requir'd. And herein it appears, that he does not envy us any Happiness;
and beyond what mere necessity required. And herein it appears, that he does not envy us any Happiness;
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to you it shall be for Meat, Gen. 1.28, 29. Herein there is plainly an allowance made even for delight and pleasure,
to you it shall be for Meat, Gen. 1.28, 29. Herein there is plainly an allowance made even for delight and pleasure,
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and every Tree in which is the Fruit of a Tree yielding Seed;
and every Tree in which is the Fruit of a Tree yielding Seed;
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And, Behold I have given you every Herb bearing Seed which is upon the Face of the Earth,
And, Behold I have given you every Herb bearing Seed which is upon the Face of the Earth,
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and over every living thing that moveth upon the Earth.
and over every living thing that moves upon the Earth.
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This, then, let us now and at all times very earnestly Implore.
This, then, let us now and At all times very earnestly Implore.
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and there is no Man can be secure against their fatal Charms, but he who is constantly fortified by the Grace of God.
and there is no Man can be secure against their fatal Charms, but he who is constantly fortified by the Grace of God.
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These are indeed very dangegerous things, and mightily apt to betray us into the greatest Follies;
These Are indeed very dangegerous things, and mightily apt to betray us into the greatest Follies;
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and he forfeits and loses the everlasting Pleasures which shall reward Religion and Vertue.
and he forfeits and loses the everlasting Pleasures which shall reward Religion and Virtue.
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He corrupts and spoils the Pleasures of this World, ruins and allays them with remorse and Guilt;
He corrupts and spoils the Pleasures of this World, ruins and allays them with remorse and Gilded;
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Who most eagerly pursues Pleasure indeed, but so madly, that he every way misses of it.
Who most eagerly pursues Pleasure indeed, but so madly, that he every Way misses of it.
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for a few short fits of the poor and empty Pleasures of this World! How unhappily and ill does the sensual Sinner govern himself!
for a few short fits of the poor and empty Pleasures of this World! How unhappily and ill does the sensual Sinner govern himself!
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But how great a Folly is it to lose the rich and substantial Joys of Heaven, the everlasting Pleasures there,
But how great a Folly is it to loose the rich and substantial Joys of Heaven, the everlasting Pleasures there,
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It is expresly said of those that practice them, they have no Inheritance in the Kingdom of Heaven, Eph. 5.5.
It is expressly said of those that practice them, they have no Inheritance in the Kingdom of Heaven, Ephesians 5.5.
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Besides, the Sins that attend this Disposition of Soul do continually forfeit the heavenly Happiness:
Beside, the Sins that attend this Disposition of Soul do continually forfeit the heavenly Happiness:
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and it must be for ever separated from all that it can delight in, and therefore must be miserable for ever.
and it must be for ever separated from all that it can delight in, and Therefore must be miserable for ever.
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Within a little while its abode, and converse in this World will be at an end,
Within a little while its Abided, and converse in this World will be At an end,
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if it were admitted there, it would not be happy there. Therefore it must lose eternal Happiness.
if it were admitted there, it would not be happy there. Therefore it must loose Eternal Happiness.
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A sensual Soul that relishes nothing but sensual Pleasures, that has no delight in God, or in Exercises of Piety and Vertue is not fit for Heaven;
A sensual Soul that Relishes nothing but sensual Pleasures, that has no delight in God, or in Exercises of Piety and Virtue is not fit for Heaven;
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But when possest and govern'd by this sordid and mischievous Disposition, 'tis both unfit and unworthy to enjoy that Happiness.
But when possessed and governed by this sordid and mischievous Disposition, it's both unfit and unworthy to enjoy that Happiness.
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The immortal Soul might enjoy the eternal Felicities of Heaven:
The immortal Soul might enjoy the Eternal Felicities of Heaven:
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and renders him unfit for his everlasting Happiness. The Spirit in Man is capable to enjoy and delight in the Father of Spirits:
and renders him unfit for his everlasting Happiness. The Spirit in Man is capable to enjoy and delight in the Father of Spirits:
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the Inordinate Love and Prosecution of sensual Pleasures does the Soul of Man this further and most fatal Mischief, that it both forfeits,
the Inordinate Love and Prosecution of sensual Pleasures does the Soul of Man this further and most fatal Mischief, that it both forfeits,
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He is only fit to be the Scorn of Fools too as he is of all that are Wise. (3.) To conclude;
He is only fit to be the Scorn of Fools too as he is of all that Are Wise. (3.) To conclude;
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He can neither be good Magistrate, nor good Subject; good Master, nor good Servant; good Patriot, nor good Friend.
He can neither be good Magistrate, nor good Subject; good Master, nor good Servant; good Patriot, nor good Friend.
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if he be put at any time with much ado upon any thing that is great, he spoils it in the doing.
if he be put At any time with much ado upon any thing that is great, he spoils it in the doing.
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He is commonly good for nothing;
He is commonly good for nothing;
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Because under the Reign of Pleasure no one Vertue can possibly thrive or live. The voluptuous Man is usually the most useless and insignificant Person in the World.
Because under the Reign of Pleasure no one Virtue can possibly thrive or live. The voluptuous Man is usually the most useless and insignificant Person in the World.
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there is nothing so much an Enemy and a Bane to this as sensual Pleasure; and he gives this reason for saying so:
there is nothing so much an Enemy and a Bane to this as sensual Pleasure; and he gives this reason for saying so:
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or some bountiful God has given to Man a Soul, which is the Noblest and most Excellent thing of all that he possesses;
or Some bountiful God has given to Man a Soul, which is the Noblest and most Excellent thing of all that he Possesses;
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This says the wise and learned Heathen (Cic. de Senect) Cum Homini sive Nature sive quis Deus, &c. when Nature,
This Says the wise and learned Heathen (Cic the Senect) Cum Homini sive Nature sive quis Deus, etc. when Nature,
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These will grow apace in it, and to a monstrous Size, but no one becoming or useful Vertue will grow there.
These will grow apace in it, and to a monstrous Size, but no one becoming or useful Virtue will grow there.
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The Soul capable of the bright Ornaments of Knowledge, Piety and Vertue is in such a Man condemn'd to vulgar Ignorance, to vile Profaneness, and many disparaging Vices.
The Soul capable of the bright Ornament of Knowledge, Piety and Virtue is in such a Man condemned to Vulgar Ignorance, to vile Profaneness, and many disparaging Vices.
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He cannot be diligent or industrious enough to gain a good or uncommon degree of any honourable or useful Accomplishment.
He cannot be diligent or Industria enough to gain a good or uncommon degree of any honourable or useful Accomplishment.
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He that gives himself up to his Pleasures, will not be at leisure enough for Improvement:
He that gives himself up to his Pleasures, will not be At leisure enough for Improvement:
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It certainly blasts this, to let the Love of Pleasures rule and govern us in our Youth.
It Certainly blasts this, to let the Love of Pleasures Rule and govern us in our Youth.
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(2.) A further Mischief this does the Mind, is, that it commonly hinders a Man from all worthy and honourable Improvement.
(2.) A further Mischief this does the Mind, is, that it commonly hinders a Man from all worthy and honourable Improvement.
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That he might so have a calm and composed Mind, and never have occasion to fall out with himself.
That he might so have a Cam and composed Mind, and never have occasion to fallen out with himself.
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and to enjoy and use this World as not abusing it:
and to enjoy and use this World as not abusing it:
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Now how much better and happier is it for one to have but moderate well-govern'd and easie Desires and Appetites,
Now how much better and Happier is it for one to have but moderate well-governed and easy Desires and Appetites,
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Since 'tis impossible, that a Man should always keep himself intoxicated with his Pleasures, such Thoughts as these will often find times to invade and afflict him.
Since it's impossible, that a Man should always keep himself intoxicated with his Pleasures, such Thoughts as these will often find times to invade and afflict him.
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thus does guilty Pleasure in the end bite as a Serpent, and sting like an Adder, as the wise Man says, Prov. 20.17.
thus does guilty Pleasure in the end bite as a Serpent, and sting like an Adder, as the wise Man Says, Curae 20.17.
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I have then for a trifle, for that which was gone by that time I knew I had it, exposed my self to everlasting Pain and Misery. These are grievous Thoughts;
I have then for a trifle, for that which was gone by that time I knew I had it, exposed my self to everlasting Pain and Misery. These Are grievous Thoughts;
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I have needlessy provok'd against my self an Almighty an Eternal wrath: I have deserv'd his Vengeance, who has the disposal of me for ever:
I have needlessy provoked against my self an Almighty an Eternal wrath: I have deserved his Vengeance, who has the disposal of me for ever:
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I have been ungrateful, offensive, and injurious to a good and gracious God, my kind and bounteous Friend.
I have been ungrateful, offensive, and injurious to a good and gracious God, my kind and bounteous Friend.
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And these are very painful Thoughts, which follow his Sins close at the Heels.
And these Are very painful Thoughts, which follow his Sins close At the Heels.
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When his transitory and short Fit of Delight is over, his Conscience calls him to a sad reckoning for what he has done:
When his transitory and short Fit of Delight is over, his Conscience calls him to a sad reckoning for what he has done:
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and those of Remorse longer after it, for the Excesses and Guilt of his Enjoyment. The voluptuous Sinner lives but a very unhappy Life.
and those of Remorse longer After it, for the Excesses and Gilded of his Enjoyment. The voluptuous Sinner lives but a very unhappy Life.
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The Moments of the Enjoyment and Pleasure are very few, and short, but the Torments of Desire are perhaps long before he obtains,
The Moments of the Enjoyment and Pleasure Are very few, and short, but the Torments of Desire Are perhaps long before he obtains,
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and as the Transport of Delight is soon over, so it ends with a tormenting Sting.
and as the Transport of Delight is soon over, so it ends with a tormenting Sting.
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When he has obtain'd he plays the fool with his Enjoyment, hurts and wounds himself with his Pleasures;
When he has obtained he plays the fool with his Enjoyment, hurts and wounds himself with his Pleasures;
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Now he is pining and languishing after that which he vehemently desires, wrack'd with the Impatience and Violence of his Desire:
Now he is pining and languishing After that which he vehemently Desires, wracked with the Impatience and Violence of his Desire:
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So that between the Violence of his Lusts, and the remorse of his Conscience, he is never quiet or at ease:
So that between the Violence of his Lustiest, and the remorse of his Conscience, he is never quiet or At ease:
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His Passions are easily stirr'd, they are moved with every Object; and they are violent and unruly, and continually hurry him to Excess and Folly:
His Passion Are Easily stirred, they Are moved with every Object; and they Are violent and unruly, and continually hurry him to Excess and Folly:
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A Man under the power of this unhappy Disease, is always like a troubled Sea, is never at rest.
A Man under the power of this unhappy Disease, is always like a troubled Sea, is never At rest.
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(1.) It disturbs the Peace and Tranquility of the Mind.
(1.) It disturbs the Peace and Tranquillity of the Mind.
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2. It is yet further extreamly mischievous and prejudicial to the Soul of Man: And that in these three respects following, which I shall briefly evidence and conclude.
2. It is yet further extremely mischievous and prejudicial to the Soul of Man: And that in these three respects following, which I shall briefly evidence and conclude.
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Thus we see an inordinate Love of these, is highly prejudicial to our outward Prosperity, and well-being.
Thus we see an inordinate Love of these, is highly prejudicial to our outward Prosperity, and well-being.
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To destroy what we love, and spoil and deprive our selves of that which we most value and admire!
To destroy what we love, and spoil and deprive our selves of that which we most valve and admire!
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But what an unreasonable Folly is it then, to give up our selves inordinately, and intirely to this!
But what an unreasonable Folly is it then, to give up our selves inordinately, and entirely to this!
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This it self becomes an uneasie, as well as it is a vile and base Drudgery to him, that follows it alone.
This it self becomes an uneasy, as well as it is a vile and base Drudgery to him, that follows it alone.
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No man can with any true or great Delight, follow long an uninterrupted Course of Pleasure:
No man can with any true or great Delight, follow long an uninterrupted Course of Pleasure:
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These things are themselves very pleasant to him in their Turns and Seasons, and they make his Pleasures relish the better too.
These things Are themselves very pleasant to him in their Turns and Seasons, and they make his Pleasures relish the better too.
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The diligent and vertuous Person who intermixes fervent Devotion, moderate Labour, and prudent Care with his sensual Pleasures, He has certainly the pleasantest Life of any Man in the World.
The diligent and virtuous Person who intermixes fervent Devotion, moderate Labour, and prudent Care with his sensual Pleasures, He has Certainly the Pleasantest Life of any Man in the World.
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With a moderate Enjoyment of Pleasures, the Appetite is maintain'd, and kept vigorous, and lively; but with excess it is pall'd and overthrown.
With a moderate Enjoyment of Pleasures, the Appetite is maintained, and kept vigorous, and lively; but with excess it is palled and overthrown.
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and all that follows after the satisfaction of these, is but Drudgery and Weariness. If there be any Pleasure at all 'tis very faint, unnatural and forced.
and all that follows After the satisfaction of these, is but Drudgery and Weariness. If there be any Pleasure At all it's very faint, unnatural and forced.
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They are certainly receiv'd with greatest Gust and Delight, while the Necessities and Conveniences of Nature are serv'd,
They Are Certainly received with greatest Gust and Delight, while the Necessities and Conveniences of Nature Are served,
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Does not the squandring away an Estate, deprive a Man too of the means to maintain these? And does not the Destruction of Health necessarily spoil the relish of them? with a moderate and regular Use of these, we shall enjoy them longest, and taste them best.
Does not the squandering away an Estate, deprive a Man too of the means to maintain these? And does not the Destruction of Health necessarily spoil the relish of them? with a moderate and regular Use of these, we shall enjoy them longest, and taste them best.
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Further, with these mischievous Effects it is easie to see, that the inordinate and excessive Prosecution of sensual Pleasures, is very pernicious to our Pleasures themselves.
Further, with these mischievous Effects it is easy to see, that the inordinate and excessive Prosecution of sensual Pleasures, is very pernicious to our Pleasures themselves.
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and drops by an untimely Death.
and drops by an untimely Death.
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then the remainder of Life is encombred with Pains and Diseases, and perhaps the merry Sinner makes hast into the Dust,
then the remainder of Life is encumbered with Pains and Diseases, and perhaps the merry Sinner makes haste into the Dust,
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and then every little Imposition puts it out of Order;
and then every little Imposition puts it out of Order;
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and those that pretended respect will despise him. In a little time too of following excessive Pleasures, the strongest Constitution will be crazed;
and those that pretended respect will despise him. In a little time too of following excessive Pleasures, the Strongest Constitution will be crazed;
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He may be flatter'd and attended while his Estate lasts, but when that is gone, those that seem'd Friends will forsake,
He may be flattered and attended while his Estate lasts, but when that is gone, those that seemed Friends will forsake,
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He shall be utterly despised who comes thus to be poor.
He shall be utterly despised who comes thus to be poor.
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And he that follows his Pleasures to his own Ruine and the Hurt of his Neighbour, shall lose all Reputation and Esteem in the World.
And he that follows his Pleasures to his own Ruin and the Hurt of his Neighbour, shall loose all Reputation and Esteem in the World.
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And by another vicious Sensuality, he says, a Man shall be brought to a Morsel of Bread, Prov. 6.26.
And by Another vicious Sensuality, he Says, a Man shall be brought to a Morsel of Bred, Curae 6.26.
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And the Drunkard and Glutton shall come to poverty, Prov. 23.2.
And the Drunkard and Glutton shall come to poverty, Curae 23.2.
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Accordingly the wise Man says, He that loveth Pleasure shall be a poor Man, Prov. 21.17.
Accordingly the wise Man Says, He that loves Pleasure shall be a poor Man, Curae 21.17.
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and will waste the largest Revenues.
and will waste the Largest Revenues.
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but in these ways a Man must needs be exposed to Poverty, these ways will hinder a Man necessarily from gaining much,
but in these ways a Man must needs be exposed to Poverty, these ways will hinder a Man necessarily from gaining much,
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Nature and moderate Pleasure are satisfied with little Expence, but ungovern'd Lust and excessive Appetite, require and squander away a great deal:
Nature and moderate Pleasure Are satisfied with little Expense, but ungoverned Lust and excessive Appetite, require and squander away a great deal:
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or makes but little advantage of them; and 'tis usually a very prodigal and expensive Humour too:
or makes but little advantage of them; and it's usually a very prodigal and expensive Humour too:
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Thus it makes a Man neglect his Interests, and he either misses the Opportunities of Advantage,
Thus it makes a Man neglect his Interests, and he either misses the Opportunities of Advantage,
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A Voluptuous humour is careless too, 'tis soft and lazy, uncapable of Industry and Labour, 'tis giddy and unconstant.
A Voluptuous humour is careless too, it's soft and lazy, uncapable of Industry and Labour, it's giddy and unconstant.
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or of the relish of their Pleasures, and all this may deservedly be accounted a great deal of Mischief.
or of the relish of their Pleasures, and all this may deservedly be accounted a great deal of Mischief.
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This will appear in several respects upon a little consideration. It tends to Poverty, Contempt and Sickness, and so to deprive Men of the means,
This will appear in several respects upon a little consideration. It tends to Poverty, Contempt and Sickness, and so to deprive Men of the means,
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1. Such an inordinate Love of sensual Pleasures as hath been described, will prove extreamly prejudicial to our outward Condition, and Prosperity in this World.
1. Such an inordinate Love of sensual Pleasures as hath been described, will prove extremely prejudicial to our outward Condition, and Prosperity in this World.
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I shall represent this matter somewhat particularly, that we may be the more sensible of it.
I shall represent this matter somewhat particularly, that we may be the more sensible of it.
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and the inordinate Love of them, certainly brings a great deal of Vexation and Misery.
and the inordinate Love of them, Certainly brings a great deal of Vexation and Misery.
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Which was the great mischief that this does constantly bring with it. These are things that cannot possibly make us happy;
Which was the great mischief that this does constantly bring with it. These Are things that cannot possibly make us happy;
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Which leads me to the second just Prejudice, mention'd against an inordinate Love of sensual Pleasures.
Which leads me to the second just Prejudice, mentioned against an inordinate Love of sensual Pleasures.
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This is necessarily to deceive it, and to expose it to Sorrow and Vexation, instead of making it happy.
This is necessarily to deceive it, and to expose it to Sorrow and Vexation, instead of making it happy.
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an immortal Soul about things of so weak and uncertain, and so transitory and short a Duration.
an immortal Soul about things of so weak and uncertain, and so transitory and short a Duration.
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to engage and employ a Soul capable of far higher Delights, wholly about such low and poor things!
to engage and employ a Soul capable of Far higher Delights, wholly about such low and poor things!
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But then how foolish and unreasonable is it, to set our Hearts on such things!
But then how foolish and unreasonable is it, to Set our Hearts on such things!
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they can do this but in a Fit, they are but for a few moments Entertainment:
they can do this but in a Fit, they Are but for a few moments Entertainment:
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It is truly said of the Pleasures of sin they are but for a season: They have but their times to please;
It is truly said of the Pleasures of since they Are but for a season: They have but their times to please;
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If our Pleasure be very strong and brisk 'tis soon at an end, if it last long 'tis dull and less pleasing.
If our Pleasure be very strong and brisk it's soon At an end, if it last long it's dull and less pleasing.
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and then 'tis no longer Pleasure.
and then it's no longer Pleasure.
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And besides, the meer weakness of the faculty makes it soon a weary even of Pleasure,
And beside, the mere weakness of the faculty makes it soon a weary even of Pleasure,
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and perish in the using, as the Apostle speaks, Col. 2.22. Every thing in this World is in a continual flux and change, and then our Pleasures in the using them must needs be very transitory too.
and perish in the using, as the Apostle speaks, Col. 2.22. Every thing in this World is in a continual flux and change, and then our Pleasures in the using them must needs be very transitory too.
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That they do as it were go as they come, they hasten to their End as they grow to their Height,
That they do as it were go as they come, they hasten to their End as they grow to their Height,
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Again, we should consider, of how fading and transitory a Nature these things are.
Again, we should Consider, of how fading and transitory a Nature these things Are.
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How unreasonable is it then, that a Man should give up himself wholly to these?
How unreasonable is it then, that a Man should give up himself wholly to these?
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The Evils which Mankind are born to endure are so numerous, and attend us so closely, that we can hardly ever enjoy a pure and undisturbed Pleasure.
The Evils which Mankind Are born to endure Are so numerous, and attend us so closely, that we can hardly ever enjoy a pure and undisturbed Pleasure.
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These are things very easily spoil'd, and therefore must be very frequently so, in a Life so exposed to Misery and Affliction as this is.
These Are things very Easily spoiled, and Therefore must be very frequently so, in a Life so exposed to Misery and Affliction as this is.
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and the Wretch loses all sense and relish of his Pleasures: A new Desire spoils the grateful and pleasing Relish of what we enjoy.
and the Wretch loses all sense and relish of his Pleasures: A new Desire spoils the grateful and pleasing Relish of what we enjoy.
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A Drop of Affliction is able to imbitter even an Ocean of them. Let but a Finger ach, let the Humour be but in any small matter cross'd,
A Drop of Affliction is able to embitter even an Ocean of them. Let but a Finger Ach, let the Humour be but in any small matter crossed,
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They are the tenderest and feeblest things in this World, and are most easily of all things corrupted and spoiled.
They Are the Tenderest and feeblest things in this World, and Are most Easily of all things corrupted and spoiled.
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Again, let us consider how very frail and weak these things are, as well as empty and poor.
Again, let us Consider how very frail and weak these things Are, as well as empty and poor.
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That is, they have but very little Goodness in them, and it greatly vexes us to find this through our great Expectations from them.
That is, they have but very little goodness in them, and it greatly vexes us to find this through our great Expectations from them.
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Hence it is, that Solomon says of such things, they are both Vanity and Vexation of Spirit:
Hence it is, that Solomon Says of such things, they Are both Vanity and Vexation of Spirit:
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We cannot forbear to call our selves Fools, for admiring so much a thing of so little worth.
We cannot forbear to call our selves Fools, for admiring so much a thing of so little worth.
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and makes us afflict and rebuke our selves for our own great Esteem and eager Desire of it:
and makes us afflict and rebuke our selves for our own great Esteem and eager Desire of it:
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And the disappointment of our vast Expectations helps to encrease our disdain of the empty Trifle,
And the disappointment of our vast Expectations helps to increase our disdain of the empty Trifle,
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They disrelish what they have, and want diversion even from that which was so eagerly prosecuted.
They disrelish what they have, and want diversion even from that which was so eagerly prosecuted.
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For how greedy soever they appeared of any Pleasures before they had them, we may soon after see them hunting for, and contriving new ones:
For how greedy soever they appeared of any Pleasures before they had them, we may soon After see them hunting for, and contriving new ones:
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The common practice of the greatest Lovers of Pleasures discovers this:
The Common practice of the greatest Lovers of Pleasures discovers this:
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What we thought before we possess'd it, would make us wondrous happy a long time, within a little while we look upon as a Burden if we cannot get rid of it.
What we Thought before we possessed it, would make us wondrous happy a long time, within a little while we look upon as a Burden if we cannot get rid of it.
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We expect abundant Felicity in their Enjoyment, and find little, for they are but empty and poor things:
We expect abundant Felicity in their Enjoyment, and find little, for they Are but empty and poor things:
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are never able to afford us that satisfaction which our fond Imagination promises us from them.
Are never able to afford us that satisfaction which our found Imagination promises us from them.
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but of the meannest Rank, and lowest sort of them. Sensual Pleasures have very little Worth or Goodness in them;
but of the Meanest Rank, and lowest sort of them. Sensual Pleasures have very little Worth or goodness in them;
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These are not the best of the good things which Mankind were intended and made capable to enjoy,
These Are not the best of the good things which Mankind were intended and made capable to enjoy,
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at which time we shall most rightly understand them.
At which time we shall most rightly understand them.
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Let us consider this when our Thoughts are at leisure, and when the Objects and Temptations of them are remov'd:
Let us Consider this when our Thoughts Are At leisure, and when the Objects and Temptations of them Are removed:
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or an excessive Love of them.
or an excessive Love of them.
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First, Let us deliberately consider the mean and contemptible Nature of these Pleasures, and we cannot chuse but see they are not worth our great Esteem,
First, Let us deliberately Consider the mean and contemptible Nature of these Pleasures, and we cannot choose but see they Are not worth our great Esteem,
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1. The mean and contemptible Nature of these Pleasures. 2. The Mischiefs which an inordinate Love of these commonly brings with it.
1. The mean and contemptible Nature of these Pleasures. 2. The Mischiefs which an inordinate Love of these commonly brings with it.
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And, I think, these two Heads of Arguments may afford Considerations both for weight and number sufficient in reason to this purpose.
And, I think, these two Heads of Arguments may afford Considerations both for weight and number sufficient in reason to this purpose.
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as ought to prevail with us, to resist and strive against it, and keep our selves as free as possible we can from it.
as ought to prevail with us, to resist and strive against it, and keep our selves as free as possible we can from it.
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Now the next Head of Discourse, which I promised to insist upon, is to propose such Arguments against this sort of wickedness,
Now the next Head of Discourse, which I promised to insist upon, is to propose such Arguments against this sort of wickedness,
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Thus much, I think, may suffice to show, what is an inordinate Love of sensual Pleasure.
Thus much, I think, may suffice to show, what is an inordinate Love of sensual Pleasure.
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and am a lover of pleasure more than a lover of God.
and am a lover of pleasure more than a lover of God.
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Therefore if I will not in such a Case as this abstain from lawful Pleasure, I sin in the manner of enjoying it,
Therefore if I will not in such a Case as this abstain from lawful Pleasure, I sin in the manner of enjoying it,
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or needlesly do him any harm.
or needlessly do him any harm.
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And the Love of God requires such Love to my Neighbour, as that I must not willingly,
And the Love of God requires such Love to my Neighbour, as that I must not willingly,
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so I should take all the care I can, that I do not any ways occasion the sin of another:
so I should take all the care I can, that I do not any ways occasion the since of Another:
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The Love of God requires, that as I take care not to commit sin my self,
The Love of God requires, that as I take care not to commit since my self,
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and in those Circumstances, forbear the pleasing of my self.
and in those circumstances, forbear the pleasing of my self.
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when this would be an Offence to our Neighbour, and occasion his Sin, and the Hurt of his Soul. When I know or suspect that my doing what is innocent and lawful, will expose or betray him to the doing what is sinfull, I must for that time,
when this would be an Offence to our Neighbour, and occasion his since, and the Hurt of his Soul. When I know or suspect that my doing what is innocent and lawful, will expose or betray him to the doing what is sinful, I must for that time,
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(5.) Lastly, we must not allow our selves the full Liberty in our Pleasures, which at other times we might take,
(5.) Lastly, we must not allow our selves the full Liberty in our Pleasures, which At other times we might take,
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And an unnatural Necessity brought upon a Man by ill Practice, will not justifie or allow the Continuance of that ill Practice.
And an unnatural Necessity brought upon a Man by ill Practice, will not justify or allow the Continuance of that ill Practice.
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His Body may in a little time be brought to agree well, and certainly best, with Temperance and Moderation:
His Body may in a little time be brought to agree well, and Certainly best, with Temperance and Moderation:
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yet he ought not to continue it.
yet he ought not to continue it.
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so as that it would induce some present Disorder in his Health, if he should leave it off,
so as that it would induce Some present Disorder in his Health, if he should leave it off,
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And yet further it must be said, that if a Man has by an excessive Indulgence of his Appetites, brought himself to some kind of Necessity to continue such Indulgence,
And yet further it must be said, that if a Man has by an excessive Indulgence of his Appetites, brought himself to Some kind of Necessity to continue such Indulgence,
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and have reason to think will prove so still, in these Cases they are excessive, and inordinate in their Love of Pleasures.
and have reason to think will prove so still, in these Cases they Are excessive, and inordinate in their Love of Pleasures.
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When they will gratifie their Appetites, either in the quantity or in the quality, and kind of Pleasure, which they have found by experience has been prejudicial to their Health,
When they will gratify their Appetites, either in the quantity or in the quality, and kind of Pleasure, which they have found by experience has been prejudicial to their Health,
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tho' this be not sensibly done at present:
though this be not sensibly done At present:
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When men will do those things constantly and frequently, in compliance with their Appetites, which in time must needs impair their Health,
When men will do those things constantly and frequently, in compliance with their Appetites, which in time must needs impair their Health,
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When Nature which should be refresh'd and supported by these is oppress'd and hurt by them, this is inordinate and excessive.
When Nature which should be refreshed and supported by these is oppressed and hurt by them, this is inordinate and excessive.
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(4.) We must not gratifie our Appetites, or enjoy sensual Pleasures to the Prejudice of our Health and Strength.
(4.) We must not gratify our Appetites, or enjoy sensual Pleasures to the Prejudice of our Health and Strength.
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then ought rich Men in some measure to retrench and diminish their Expences upon their Pleasures, that they may be able to spare the more to those more necessary purposes.
then ought rich Men in Some measure to retrench and diminish their Expenses upon their Pleasures, that they may be able to spare the more to those more necessary Purposes.
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When any particular Circumstances of the time occasion more Objects of Charity than ordinary, and more distress among the Poor,
When any particular circumstances of the time occasion more Objects of Charity than ordinary, and more distress among the Poor,
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When publick Occasions require more expence than ordinary upon them, for the Defence of our Religion, and Country, and Allies.
When public Occasions require more expense than ordinary upon them, for the Defence of our Religion, and Country, and Allies.
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And in his expence upon Pleasures, every Man should regard the State of the Times.
And in his expense upon Pleasures, every Man should regard the State of the Times.
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And when we do liberally Feast and please our selves, we should in Proportion at such times liberally relieve and comfort the Poor.
And when we do liberally Feast and please our selves, we should in Proportion At such times liberally relieve and Comfort the Poor.
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And our own meer Pleasure should not ordinarily and constantly be more costly than this Christian Duty of Charity:
And our own mere Pleasure should not ordinarily and constantly be more costly than this Christian Duty of Charity:
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yet certainly we must reckon there are some Cases, wherein the necessity of our Neighbour ought to be serv'd before our own meer Pleasure:
yet Certainly we must reckon there Are Some Cases, wherein the necessity of our Neighbour ought to be served before our own mere Pleasure:
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Tho' it is not to be said, that we ought constantly to give all that the Supply of our own necessity can spare to the relief of the Poor;
Though it is not to be said, that we ought constantly to give all that the Supply of our own necessity can spare to the relief of the Poor;
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Who to be liberal upon his Lusts, will be stingy to the Poor.
Who to be liberal upon his Lustiest, will be stingy to the Poor.
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There is a severe Condemnation of this exprest, 1. Tim. 5.8. He also spends too much upon these, who thereby disables himself for Acts of Charity:
There is a severe Condemnation of this expressed, 1. Tim. 5.8. He also spends too much upon these, who thereby disables himself for Acts of Charity:
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He is too expensive in these, who by the Charge of them disables himself from making a competent Provision for his Family and Dependants, who Prodigally wastes that in needless Enjoyment, which should supply them with Necessaries.
He is too expensive in these, who by the Charge of them disables himself from making a competent Provision for his Family and Dependants, who Prodigally wastes that in needless Enjoyment, which should supply them with Necessaries.
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and so entertains and pleases himself at the cost and the wrong of his Neighbour.
and so entertains and Pleases himself At the cost and the wrong of his Neighbour.
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'Tis too much a Man spends upon his Pleasures, when he out-runs his Allowance, and contracts Debts which he cannot pay,
It's too much a Man spends upon his Pleasures, when he outruns his Allowance, and contracts Debts which he cannot pay,
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To indulge and gratifie wanton Appetites ordinarily with great Expence and Charge is inordinate and sinful.
To indulge and gratify wanton Appetites ordinarily with great Expense and Charge is inordinate and sinful.
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As those which are enjoy'd with least endeavour are usually the most innocent, so are those also commonly which are enjoy'd with least Charge.
As those which Are enjoyed with least endeavour Are usually the most innocent, so Are those also commonly which Are enjoyed with least Charge.
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and instead of engaging us to Love and Obey, do make us hate and affront him.
and instead of engaging us to Love and Obey, do make us hate and affront him.
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All mankind, like our first Parents, are too apt to be drawn by the Allurements of sensual Pleasure, to an unworthy Contempt of God and his Laws.
All mankind, like our First Parents, Are too apt to be drawn by the Allurements of sensual Pleasure, to an unworthy Contempt of God and his Laws.
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We are all, in the Corruption of our depraved Nature, sunk under that sad Character in the Text,
We Are all, in the Corruption of our depraved Nature, sunk under that sad Character in the Text,
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and are Lovers of Pleasures more than Lovers of God.
and Are Lovers of Pleasures more than Lovers of God.
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By this way of Expressing, the Apostle means and condemns an inordinate and sinful Love of sensual Pleasures,
By this Way of Expressing, the Apostle means and condemns an inordinate and sinful Love of sensual Pleasures,
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and gives us a good Direction, by which to judge what is so.
and gives us a good Direction, by which to judge what is so.
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It is the Design of this Discourse from these words, to endeavour to cure and remove this Fault.
It is the Design of this Discourse from these words, to endeavour to cure and remove this Fault.
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To which purpose it is necessary, that these two Heads of Discourse be insisted on. 1. To shew what is an inordinate and sinful Love of sensual Pleasures.
To which purpose it is necessary, that these two Heads of Discourse be insisted on. 1. To show what is an inordinate and sinful Love of sensual Pleasures.
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2. To urge such Motives and Arguments, as are fit to induce Men to strive against this,
2. To urge such Motives and Arguments, as Are fit to induce Men to strive against this,
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and to free themselves from it.
and to free themselves from it.
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In the first place, I shall endeavour to shew somewhat particularly, what is an inordinate Love of Sensual Pleasures.
In the First place, I shall endeavour to show somewhat particularly, what is an inordinate Love of Sensual Pleasures.
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And since the Apostles words, will have us account that such, when we Love them more than we love God, I think I may justly and sufficiently represent this Sin under the Three following Heads.
And since the Apostles words, will have us account that such, when we Love them more than we love God, I think I may justly and sufficiently represent this since under the Three following Heads.
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1. It is an inordinate Love of sensual Pleasures, when any allow themselves to seek and enjoy those Instances of them, which are in the kind forbidden by the Laws of God.
1. It is an inordinate Love of sensual Pleasures, when any allow themselves to seek and enjoy those Instances of them, which Are in the kind forbidden by the Laws of God.
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For if to love God be to keep his Commandments, as the Holy Scripture teaches us,
For if to love God be to keep his commandments, as the Holy Scripture Teaches us,
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then any Contradiction to his Commands contradicts the Love of him;
then any Contradiction to his Commands contradicts the Love of him;
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and by Consequence, he that allows himself in any instances of Pleasures, which are in the kind of them forbidden, he loves his own Pleasure more than God.
and by Consequence, he that allows himself in any instances of Pleasures, which Are in the kind of them forbidden, he loves his own Pleasure more than God.
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I shall not stay to mention any particular Instances under this Head, as containing such things as are not fit to be nam'd among Christians.
I shall not stay to mention any particular Instances under this Head, as containing such things as Are not fit to be named among Christians.
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2. It is an inordinate Love of sensual Pleasure, when Men will pursue and seek what is Lawful and allow'd, in the kind of it,
2. It is an inordinate Love of sensual Pleasure, when Men will pursue and seek what is Lawful and allowed, in the kind of it,
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but by unlawful and wicked means to gain it.
but by unlawful and wicked means to gain it.
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And he who truly loves God, and has a due reverence and regard for his Laws, will be contented to want all that which he cannot, by very just and innocent ways and means attain.
And he who truly loves God, and has a due Reverence and regard for his Laws, will be contented to want all that which he cannot, by very just and innocent ways and means attain.
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It were endless and impossible, to trace all the various wandrings of the wickedness of Man,
It were endless and impossible, to trace all the various wanderings of the wickedness of Man,
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and to mention all the Particulars contain'd under this Head. I shall therefore pass to another, where it will be most useful and most necessary to insist and stay.
and to mention all the Particulars contained under this Head. I shall Therefore pass to Another, where it will be most useful and most necessary to insist and stay.
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3. They also run into this Guilt, who allow themselves to use and enjoy those Pleasures, which are lawful in their kind,
3. They also run into this Gilded, who allow themselves to use and enjoy those Pleasures, which Are lawful in their kind,
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and are allow'd, but in such a Way and Manner as is forbidden.
and Are allowed, but in such a Way and Manner as is forbidden.
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We may transgress in the use of Lawful things, and Indeed herein lies our greatest Danger, and our most frequent Transgression.
We may transgress in the use of Lawful things, and Indeed herein lies our greatest Danger, and our most frequent Transgression.
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We are to consider, that there is not a Boundless and unlimited use, even of Lawful things allow'd,
We Are to Consider, that there is not a Boundless and unlimited use, even of Lawful things allowed,
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but there may be Circumstances attending our Actions, which may turn what is lawful in it self into Sin, when so Circumstantiated.
but there may be circumstances attending our Actions, which may turn what is lawful in it self into since, when so Circumstantiated.
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And in General it must be said, that so far as we are found to do what God forbids in his Laws,
And in General it must be said, that so Far as we Are found to do what God forbids in his Laws,
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or to omit what he requires of us, in the Enjoyment and use of those Pleasures which he allows,
or to omit what he requires of us, in the Enjoyment and use of those Pleasures which he allows,
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so far as we are inordinate and sinful in them, we must be said to Love them more than him;
so Far as we Are inordinate and sinful in them, we must be said to Love them more than him;
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because the measure of our Love and Obedience to his Commands, is the measure of our Love to himself.
Because the measure of our Love and obedience to his Commands, is the measure of our Love to himself.
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But I think it fit to insist upon this Head more distinctly:
But I think it fit to insist upon this Head more distinctly:
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And therefore, I shall endeavour to represent to you fully, what it contains in the following Particulars.
And Therefore, I shall endeavour to represent to you Fully, what it contains in the following Particulars.
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1. We must not allow a great Application of Mind and Endeaovur about sensual Pleasures.
1. We must not allow a great Application of Mind and Endeaovur about sensual Pleasures.
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These things must not be applied to with a very great value and esteem for them,
These things must not be applied to with a very great valve and esteem for them,
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nor be accounted the chiefest Goods of our Lives:
nor be accounted the chiefest Goods of our Lives:
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We must not let our Minds dwell much upon them, or our Desires and Appetites be very fierce and eager.
We must not let our Minds dwell much upon them, or our Desires and Appetites be very fierce and eager.
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The wise Rule and Law of the Gospel is, that we practice a great Indifferency towards earthly Enjoyments, 1 Cor. 7.29, 30. that we rejoyce in them,
The wise Rule and Law of the Gospel is, that we practice a great Indifferency towards earthly Enjoyments, 1 Cor. 7.29, 30. that we rejoice in them,
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as if we rejoyced not, and buy as if we possessed not.
as if we rejoiced not, and buy as if we possessed not.
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We love them too much, and use them with too great Application, when we let them steal away and detain our Minds from God, and Heavenly things;
We love them too much, and use them with too great Application, when we let them steal away and detain our Minds from God, and Heavenly things;
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and this is contrary to another Advice of Holy Scripture, Col. 3.2. where we are bid to set our Affections on things above, not on things on the Earth;
and this is contrary to Another advice of Holy Scripture, Col. 3.2. where we Are bid to Set our Affections on things above, not on things on the Earth;
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that is, to mind and employ the several Powers of our Souls, rather about the things above, than things here below.
that is, to mind and employ the several Powers of our Souls, rather about the things above, than things Here below.
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And the excessive Application of Mind to these things is usually attended with inordinate Endeavour about them.
And the excessive Application of Mind to these things is usually attended with inordinate Endeavour about them.
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Such it is when any endeavour to habituate and accustom themselves to an extravagant and needless Enjoyment of these:
Such it is when any endeavour to habituate and accustom themselves to an extravagant and needless Enjoyment of these:
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Which is that, in one kind of sensual Pleasure, that is Condemned in Esay 5.22. where he says, Woe to them that are mighty to drink Wine, and Men of strength to mingle strong drink:
Which is that, in one kind of sensual Pleasure, that is Condemned in Isaiah 5.22. where he Says, Woe to them that Are mighty to drink Wine, and Men of strength to mingle strong drink:
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That is, them who have by endeavour and much Exercise brought themselves to be able to bear excessive and immoderate Drinking.
That is, them who have by endeavour and much Exercise brought themselves to be able to bear excessive and immoderate Drinking.
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Further, there is too much endeavour about sensual Pleasures, when Men labour much to pamper and indulge their Appetites, without any Care or Concern to moderate and govern them.
Further, there is too much endeavour about sensual Pleasures, when Men labour much to pamper and indulge their Appetites, without any Care or Concern to moderate and govern them.
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And especially if Men needlesly provoke and irritate these, which ought rather for the most part to be mortified and resisted.
And especially if Men needlessly provoke and irritate these, which ought rather for the most part to be mortified and resisted.
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I think it must not be said, that all endeavour to heighten, and encrease the Pleasures we enjoy, is inordinate and excessive;
I think it must not be said, that all endeavour to heighten, and increase the Pleasures we enjoy, is inordinate and excessive;
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but certainly it is so, when a Man sets himself constantly to do this, or with much application and care endeavours it,
but Certainly it is so, when a Man sets himself constantly to do this, or with much application and care endeavours it,
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when he cannot ordinarily content himself with what is Simple, Natural, and unforced in his Pleasures,
when he cannot ordinarily content himself with what is Simple, Natural, and unforced in his Pleasures,
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but is always contriving and endeavouring what is Curious, and Artificial, and Superfluous.
but is always contriving and endeavouring what is Curious, and Artificial, and Superfluous.
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It is safest to keep our selves as near to Necessity and Nature commonly as we can,
It is Safest to keep our selves as near to Necessity and Nature commonly as we can,
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for all our Transgression in this Matter lies in our Departure from them. And tho' perhaps we are not bound never to go beyond Necessity in our Pleasures,
for all our Transgression in this Matter lies in our Departure from them. And though perhaps we Are not bound never to go beyond Necessity in our Pleasures,
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yet we cannot go far beyond this, without falling into Transgression.
yet we cannot go Far beyond this, without falling into Transgression.
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(2.) We must not allow sensual Pleasures to spend very much of our time.
(2.) We must not allow sensual Pleasures to spend very much of our time.
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We should ordinarily but taste these things not stay long at them.
We should ordinarily but taste these things not stay long At them.
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Our Pleasures should be contented with hours, rather than be suffer'd to spend days, and be satisfied with those we can best spare, from more noble and useful Employments;
Our Pleasures should be contented with hours, rather than be suffered to spend days, and be satisfied with those we can best spare, from more noble and useful Employments;
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much less may we make the Enjoyment of these the main end and business of Life.
much less may we make the Enjoyment of these the main end and business of Life.
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The Holy Scripture expresly Censures the spending much time in them under the instance of Drinking, Esay 5.11. Woe unto them (says the Prophet there) that rise up early in the Morning, that they may follow strong drink, that continue till night till the Wine inflame them.
The Holy Scripture expressly Censures the spending much time in them under the instance of Drinking, Isaiah 5.11. Woe unto them (Says the Prophet there) that rise up early in the Morning, that they may follow strong drink, that continue till night till the Wine inflame them.
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And it says, they that live in Pleasure are dead while they live, 1 Tim. 5.6.
And it Says, they that live in Pleasure Are dead while they live, 1 Tim. 5.6.
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That is, in the account of God, they live beside the end they were made for,
That is, in the account of God, they live beside the end they were made for,
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and are of as little use in the World as those that are dead.
and Are of as little use in the World as those that Are dead.
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Pleasures should be used on the By, and by way of Diversion, rather than as a set and proposed Business for the most part.
Pleasures should be used on thee By, and by Way of Diversion, rather than as a Set and proposed Business for the most part.
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Tho' sometimes without doubt we may propose to our selves, and set apart a time for Mirth and Rejoycing.
Though sometime without doubt we may propose to our selves, and Set apart a time for Mirth and Rejoicing.
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There is as the wise Man says, a Season for every thing, and a Time to every purpose under Heaven:
There is as the wise Man Says, a Season for every thing, and a Time to every purpose under Heaven:
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There is a time to Weep, and a time to Laugh, a time to Mourn, and a time to Dance, Eccles 3.1.4.
There is a time to Weep, and a time to Laugh, a time to Mourn, and a time to Dance, Eccles 3.1.4.
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When we commemorate any private Favour and Mercy of God to our selves, or any publick Favour and Deliverance given to our Nation;
When we commemorate any private Favour and Mercy of God to our selves, or any public Favour and Deliverance given to our nation;
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especially when we commemorate any so publick Favour to Mankind, as the Birth, Resurrection, and Ascension of our Lord and Saviour:
especially when we commemorate any so public Favour to Mankind, as the Birth, Resurrection, and Ascension of our Lord and Saviour:
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Or the Holy and useful Lives of the Apostles, by whom the Knowledge of Salvation was spread over the Heathen world:
Or the Holy and useful Lives of the Apostles, by whom the Knowledge of Salvation was spread over the Heathen world:
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These are very fit Seasons of set and purposed Rejoycing.
These Are very fit Seasons of Set and purposed Rejoicing.
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But we must take care that neither at these times nor any other, our Pleasures be suffer'd to deprive us of all opportunity to worship God.
But we must take care that neither At these times nor any other, our Pleasures be suffered to deprive us of all opportunity to worship God.
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When we rejoyce for his Mercies, we should rejoyce before him, as the Scripture speaks; that is, we must spend some of that time in religious Worship and Joy;
When we rejoice for his mercies, we should rejoice before him, as the Scripture speaks; that is, we must spend Some of that time in religious Worship and Joy;
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We must come before his Presence with Thanksgiving, and shew our selves glad in him with Psalms.
We must come before his Presence with Thanksgiving, and show our selves glad in him with Psalms.
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We must not suffer the Enjoyment of sensual Pleasures to deprive us of opportunity to worship God on common Days,
We must not suffer the Enjoyment of sensual Pleasures to deprive us of opportunity to worship God on Common Days,
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nor to take away any time from publick or private Worship on his own Day.
nor to take away any time from public or private Worship on his own Day.
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Further, We must not suffer our Pleasures to encroach upon the Seasons of Humiliation and Abstinence.
Further, We must not suffer our Pleasures to encroach upon the Seasons of Humiliation and Abstinence.
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When God calls for these, either by his Judgments and Afflictions, which he lays upon us,
When God calls for these, either by his Judgments and Afflictions, which he lays upon us,
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or by the Laws of the Church and State.
or by the Laws of the Church and State.
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He who will not then intermit or at all abate his Pleasures, must be reckoned a Lover of them more than of God:
He who will not then intermit or At all abate his Pleasures, must be reckoned a Lover of them more than of God:
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And this Errour is particularly and severely condem'd, Esay 22.12, 13, 14. Our joy for some of his Mercies should at least be allay'd,
And this Error is particularly and severely condemned, Isaiah 22.12, 13, 14. Our joy for Some of his mercies should At least be allayed,
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and we should rejoyce with trembling, when we are under God's chastising Dispensations: It is the Madness of Men, and that which commonly makes their Condition much worse,
and we should rejoice with trembling, when we Are under God's chastising Dispensations: It is the Madness of Men, and that which commonly makes their Condition much Worse,
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when under the Afflictions God lays upon them, instead of humbling themselves under his hand, they strive to divert their Sorrow, and to drown their Care.
when under the Afflictions God lays upon them, instead of humbling themselves under his hand, they strive to divert their Sorrow, and to drown their Care.
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as they call it, in riotous and excessive Pleasures. All this is unseasonable, and these are undue times of Mirth and Pleasure.
as they call it, in riotous and excessive Pleasures. All this is unseasonable, and these Are undue times of Mirth and Pleasure.
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(3.) We must not suffer Pleasures to engage too much Expence and Charge to maintain and enjoy them.
(3.) We must not suffer Pleasures to engage too much Expense and Charge to maintain and enjoy them.
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which things, I think, are most undeniably clear'd and prov'd to belong to that Text, by that Excellent Authour, (Dr. Clagett Serm. on the place in 2d. Vol.) It is, as I said, a Degree of Covetousness, to be impatient under our real Necessities;
which things, I think, Are most undeniably cleared and proved to belong to that Text, by that Excellent Author, (Dr. Clagett Sermon on the place in 2d. Vol.) It is, as I said, a Degree of Covetousness, to be impatient under our real Necessities;
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Our greatest Care and busiest Endeavour cannot certainly provide for us without his Blessing: It is he that disposes of all our Fortunes, we must therefore secure his Favour,
Our greatest Care and Busiest Endeavour cannot Certainly provide for us without his Blessing: It is he that disposes of all our Fortune's, we must Therefore secure his Favour,
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to be diligent, but innocent in the pursuit of wealth, and to use it as God requires in the Services of Religion, Justice and Charity.
to be diligent, but innocent in the pursuit of wealth, and to use it as God requires in the Services of Religion, justice and Charity.
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This then is the surest way to be well provided and fortified against the Fear or likelihood of Want;
This then is the Surest Way to be well provided and fortified against the fear or likelihood of Want;
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He that does not take an inordinate Care for himself God will take Care for him.
He that does not take an inordinate Care for himself God will take Care for him.
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He that will submit himself to God's disposal, shall certainly be well provided for: He that trusts in him God will protect him:
He that will submit himself to God's disposal, shall Certainly be well provided for: He that trusts in him God will Pact him:
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for he hath said, I will never leave thee nor forsake thee. These words promise the Care of God's Providence over Godly and good Men.
for he hath said, I will never leave thee nor forsake thee. These words promise the Care of God's Providence over Godly and good Men.
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Let your Conversation be without Covetousness (says he) and be content with such things as ye have;
Let your Conversation be without Covetousness (Says he) and be content with such things as you have;
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3. Lastly, let us then consider the Apostles Argument in the Text, which will be fit to conclude with.
3. Lastly, let us then Consider the Apostles Argument in the Text, which will be fit to conclude with.
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And in taking as he thinks the best course to prevent this, he truly takes the likeliest course in the World to bring it.
And in taking as he thinks the best course to prevent this, he truly Takes the likeliest course in the World to bring it.
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or upon his Posterity, the very want which he endeavours to avoid:
or upon his Posterity, the very want which he endeavours to avoid:
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And, there is that withholdeth more than is meet, and it tendeth, by God's just Judgment, to Poverty. Thus does this unhappy Vice bring upon a Man's self,
And, there is that withholdeth more than is meet, and it tendeth, by God's just Judgement, to Poverty. Thus does this unhappy Vice bring upon a Man's self,
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And thus it is, that he who is greedy of Grain troubles his own House, as Solomon says, Prov. 15.27.
And thus it is, that he who is greedy of Grain Troubles his own House, as Solomon Says, Curae 15.27.
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he gets the Curse of God with his wealth, and entails the one as well as the other on his Family.
he gets the Curse of God with his wealth, and entails the one as well as the other on his Family.
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And very commonly is the Estate which such a Man gets utterly disperst and gone in the time of his near Posterity;
And very commonly is the Estate which such a Man gets utterly dispersed and gone in the time of his near Posterity;
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The displeasure of God often mingles Woes and Miseries and Vexations with his Riches.
The displeasure of God often mingles Woes and Misery's and Vexations with his Riches.
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or it may be, he shall have the grievous Vexation to see it likely to be soon scatter'd after he has left it.
or it may be, he shall have the grievous Vexation to see it likely to be soon scattered After he has left it.
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If God pleases to blast him, he shall see his greatest wealth all scatter'd and lost before he dies;
If God Pleases to blast him, he shall see his greatest wealth all scattered and lost before he die;
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But how dangerous a thing is the Displeasure of the Almighty, and what Provision is it possible a Man can make against that? Can any Man be rich against the Will of Heaven? if not, all his covetous Arts shall never make him so.
But how dangerous a thing is the Displeasure of the Almighty, and what Provision is it possible a Man can make against that? Can any Man be rich against the Will of Heaven? if not, all his covetous Arts shall never make him so.
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and therefore it must produce a great deal of Displeasure.
and Therefore it must produce a great deal of Displeasure.
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There is a great deal of guilt in it, as we have seen in its Character,
There is a great deal of guilt in it, as we have seen in its Character,
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so it certainly offends and provokes Almighty God too.
so it Certainly offends and provokes Almighty God too.
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Further, as this Vice makes a Man an Enemy to himself, and procures him nothing but Enmity from other Men;
Further, as this Vice makes a Man an Enemy to himself, and procures him nothing but Enmity from other Men;
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because he can never be satisfied.
Because he can never be satisfied.
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He will be regarded by all Men as a mischievous beast of Prey, and as one of the most ravenous and mischievous sort of all,
He will be regarded by all Men as a mischievous beast of Prey, and as one of the most ravenous and mischievous sort of all,
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The miserable Man provokes Envy and Malice against him a great deal, and can gain no hearty or sincere Love from any one.
The miserable Man provokes Envy and Malice against him a great deal, and can gain no hearty or sincere Love from any one.
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because they cannot have their Portion till he can keep it no longer.
Because they cannot have their Portion till he can keep it no longer.
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and by his sordid and penurious sparing, he loses or wants Friends. Even those whom he pretends to save for, will be apt to wish him dead,
and by his sordid and penurious sparing, he loses or Wants Friends. Even those whom he pretends to save for, will be apt to wish him dead,
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The Covetous Man is not kind to himself, nor to any one else. By his Greediness and ill ways of getting, he procures himself many Enemies;
The Covetous Man is not kind to himself, nor to any one Else. By his Greediness and ill ways of getting, he procures himself many Enemies;
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It is indeed like a cruel and tyrannous Lord, that forces his Vassals to undergo hard Toil and Labour, to provide good things which they must never taste of.
It is indeed like a cruel and tyrannous Lord, that forces his Vassals to undergo hard Toil and Labour, to provide good things which they must never taste of.
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But how miserable and mad a Distemper of Mind, says he, is this!
But how miserable and mad a Distemper of Mind, Says he, is this!
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but the covetous Wretch loves his Money, and dares not meddle with it; because he accounts it a mighty useful thing, he will never use it.
but the covetous Wretch loves his Money, and dares not meddle with it; Because he accounts it a mighty useful thing, he will never use it.
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No Man desirous of Food (says he) will therefore abstain from Food, nor he that loves Wine, does he therefore satisfie himself to look on it without ever drinking any;
No Man desirous of Food (Says he) will Therefore abstain from Food, nor he that loves Wine, does he Therefore satisfy himself to look on it without ever drinking any;
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This is peculiar to Covetousness says one (Plut. Ib.) that the desire refuses its own Satisfaction.
This is peculiar to Covetousness Says one (Plutarch Ib.) that the desire refuses its own Satisfaction.
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He saves it, as he thinks, for his own use, but he truely keeps it from himself under Locks and Seals.
He saves it, as he thinks, for his own use, but he truly keeps it from himself under Locks and Seals.
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He is a Thief to himself and robs himself of his own Treasure.
He is a Thief to himself and robs himself of his own Treasure.
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It is, further, a great unhappiness of this Vice that it hinders a Man from the comfortable enjoyment and use of what he has.
It is, further, a great unhappiness of this Vice that it hinders a Man from the comfortable enjoyment and use of what he has.
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and strives to lay up Goods for yet many more years, when he has but a few days remaining.
and strives to lay up Goods for yet many more Years, when he has but a few days remaining.
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he vainly wears out himself to provide for the time to come, when he has almost no more to come,
he vainly wears out himself to provide for the time to come, when he has almost no more to come,
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even with his gray Hairs, to labour with feeble and decay'd Limbs, and to hurry on his Death, by a hard usage of himself to provide for a much longer Life. Unhappy Man!
even with his grey Hairs, to labour with feeble and decayed Limbs, and to hurry on his Death, by a hard usage of himself to provide for a much longer Life. Unhappy Man!
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And when that comes the fear of want shall still afflict him, and condemn him to restless Cares,
And when that comes the Fear of want shall still afflict him, and condemn him to restless Cares,
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But if this Distemper comes upon him, he shall never know when he has made a competent Provision for old Age:
But if this Distemper comes upon him, he shall never know when he has made a competent Provision for old Age:
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and when he comes to be old then he will rest and enjoy it, and there is some Wisdom in such a resolution.
and when he comes to be old then he will rest and enjoy it, and there is Some Wisdom in such a resolution.
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In his younger years a Man promises himself he will, while best able, toil for wealth,
In his younger Years a Man promises himself he will, while best able, toil for wealth,
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and so keeps him upon the wracks of Cares and Fears, and it may be his Greediness makes him lose all.
and so keeps him upon the wracks of Cares and Fears, and it may be his Greediness makes him loose all.
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even when he has enough to make him so. Perhaps it sends out and employs, and so hazards all he has to gain more,
even when he has enough to make him so. Perhaps it sends out and employs, and so hazards all he has to gain more,
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The desire of more will not let a Man enjoy the Pleasure of being contented with what he has,
The desire of more will not let a Man enjoy the Pleasure of being contented with what he has,
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and of a Thirst that can never be quenched.
and of a Thirst that can never be quenched.
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Thus does it plague a Man as it were with the torments of an Hunger, ever craving,
Thus does it plague a Man as it were with the torments of an Hunger, ever craving,
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But this is a very unhappy Case.
But this is a very unhappy Case.
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It is this is the Cause why he that loveth Silver cannot be satisfied with it, this is it that gives a Man an unsatiable desire of wealth.
It is this is the Cause why he that loves Silver cannot be satisfied with it, this is it that gives a Man an unsatiable desire of wealth.
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because 'tis vain, and of little worth or use, and besides, this Vice does of it self tend many ways to make a Man miserable.
Because it's vain, and of little worth or use, and beside, this Vice does of it self tend many ways to make a Man miserable.
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What it pursues if gain'd in the most abundant Measure cannot make a Man happy,
What it pursues if gained in the most abundant Measure cannot make a Man happy,
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2. For another Argument, or rather another Head and Fountain of Arguments, we may consider the great Unhappiness of this Vice of Covetousness.
2. For Another Argument, or rather Another Head and Fountain of Arguments, we may Consider the great Unhappiness of this Vice of Covetousness.
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Thus vain and useless is that which the Covetous Man admires and trusts in even to an Idolatry.
Thus vain and useless is that which the Covetous Man admires and trusts in even to an Idolatry.
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and lived much longer if he had but been poorer.
and lived much longer if he had but been Poorer.
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And many a one has been made miserable by his wealth, or brought to an untimely end, who might have liv'd in quiet,
And many a one has been made miserable by his wealth, or brought to an untimely end, who might have lived in quiet,
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He that has most to lose, like the fattest Deer shall be hunted down first; he shall be soonest persecuted by the Envy and Covetousness of other Men.
He that has most to loose, like the Fattest Deer shall be hunted down First; he shall be soonest persecuted by the Envy and Covetousness of other Men.
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Neither does wealth so often defend a Man from the Injuries of other Men as to expose him to them.
Neither does wealth so often defend a Man from the Injuries of other Men as to expose him to them.
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It cannot then keep off nor repair the greatest and the most afflicting Losses.
It cannot then keep off nor repair the greatest and the most afflicting Losses.
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A Man's greatest wealth cannot deliver one he loves, or himself from Dying, nor ever redeem from the Grave the dearest Relation departed.
A Man's greatest wealth cannot deliver one he loves, or himself from Dying, nor ever Redeem from the Grave the dearest Relation departed.
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and the well grounded hope of future Happiness, are of more worth and use to a Man than the greatest Possessions.
and the well grounded hope of future Happiness, Are of more worth and use to a Man than the greatest Possessions.
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Now he finds what he might have believ'd before, that Piety and Vertue, a good and religious use of Riches,
Now he finds what he might have believed before, that Piety and Virtue, a good and religious use of Riches,
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or not rather the more unwillingly.
or not rather the more unwillingly.
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Of what use is it to him now to be vastly rich, when he must leave it all? Does he leave it the more willingly because it is an abundance,
Of what use is it to him now to be vastly rich, when he must leave it all? Does he leave it the more willingly Because it is an abundance,
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he sees he has lost all his Labour, he has labour'd for that which will not profit him in his greatest Extremities.
he sees he has lost all his Labour, he has laboured for that which will not profit him in his greatest Extremities.
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Now the wretch is sensible of the Deceitfulness and Vanity of his wealth;
Now the wretch is sensible of the Deceitfulness and Vanity of his wealth;
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When it cannot recal time past, nor purchase another Life to give us time to seek what would be more help and comfort to us in such an hour.
When it cannot Recall time past, nor purchase Another Life to give us time to seek what would be more help and Comfort to us in such an hour.
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nor defer the approaching Period of Life:
nor defer the approaching Period of Life:
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When it cannot recover the lost Appetite, nor repair the decay'd Strength, nor ease wracking Pain,
When it cannot recover the lost Appetite, nor repair the decayed Strength, nor ease wracking Pain,
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it cannot add one least part of a Cubit to a dwarfish Stature. And how helpless is it commonly in the said Circumstances of Sickness and Dying:
it cannot add one lest part of a Cubit to a dwarfish Stature. And how helpless is it commonly in the said circumstances of Sickness and Dying:
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Further, the greatest wealth cannot strengthen a feeble Body, nor make a crooked and deform'd one strait or beautiful;
Further, the greatest wealth cannot strengthen a feeble Body, nor make a crooked and deformed one strait or beautiful;
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What is superfluous is not necessary, and that which is not of use and necessity to us commonly proves an Encumbrance.
What is superfluous is not necessary, and that which is not of use and necessity to us commonly Proves an Encumbrance.
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or the more contented for all that we have gain'd. In vain certainly, do Men with endless Toil and Care pursue a superfluous Encrease:
or the more contented for all that we have gained. In vain Certainly, do Men with endless Toil and Care pursue a superfluous Increase:
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But if we Fancy further Necessities yet unsupplied, as we may do with the greatest Acquisitions, we shall be little the better,
But if we Fancy further Necessities yet unsupplied, as we may do with the greatest Acquisitions, we shall be little the better,
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and supplies one Necessity often begets another, and perhaps a great many more.
and supplies one Necessity often begets Another, and perhaps a great many more.
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It is usual with the short and limited Goods of this World, that what provides for,
It is usual with the short and limited Goods of this World, that what provides for,
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Content does not encrease in Proportion to the encrease of the Estate; as Men commonly expect indeed it will do, but as commonly they experience the contrary.
Content does not increase in Proportion to the increase of the Estate; as Men commonly expect indeed it will do, but as commonly they experience the contrary.
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This is as seldom found in a great Fortune as a mean one, and perhaps more seldom.
This is as seldom found in a great Fortune as a mean one, and perhaps more seldom.
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and themselves many ways the more uneasie and unhappy. The greatest wealth cannot give the Possessour Content or Tranquility of Mind:
and themselves many ways the more uneasy and unhappy. The greatest wealth cannot give the Possessor Content or Tranquillity of Mind:
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Or they shall use their Fortunes, but so as to make their Follies and Vices the more notorious and enormous,
Or they shall use their Fortune's, but so as to make their Follies and Vices the more notorious and enormous,
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they shall perhaps soon squander away the greatest Revenues, they shall not be at all the farther from Poverty for them:
they shall perhaps soon squander away the greatest Revenues, they shall not be At all the farther from Poverty for them:
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but without Wisdom and Vertue, which all his Estate cannot purchase;
but without Wisdom and Virtue, which all his Estate cannot purchase;
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A Man thinks to make his Posterity mighty happy in leaving them an abundance of Wealth,
A Man thinks to make his Posterity mighty happy in leaving them an abundance of Wealth,
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and others using it it ill, and so doing themselves a great deal of harm.
and Others using it it ill, and so doing themselves a great deal of harm.
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And many are seen not using their wealth at all, nor doing themselves any good with it,
And many Are seen not using their wealth At all, nor doing themselves any good with it,
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Riches cannot give a Man either the Mind and Will to use them, or the Wisdom and Discretion to use them well.
Riches cannot give a Man either the Mind and Will to use them, or the Wisdom and Discretion to use them well.
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what is a Man the better then in that Case for the having an abundance of them?
what is a Man the better then in that Case for the having an abundance of them?
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but Riches gain'd in the greatest abundance, cannot cure the desire of Riches;
but Riches gained in the greatest abundance, cannot cure the desire of Riches;
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Drink (says he) can allay and quench the Thirst of Drink, and our Hunger will be satisfied with a convenient and small Meal,
Drink (Says he) can allay and quench the Thirst of Drink, and our Hunger will be satisfied with a convenient and small Meal,
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Nor can the possessing even more of them than we need cure us of desiring still more.
Nor can the possessing even more of them than we need cure us of desiring still more.
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nor a moderate desire of themselves:
nor a moderate desire of themselves:
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Again, that excellent Authour justly mentions it, as a great Disparagement of Riches, that they cannot possess a Man with a right Estimation,
Again, that excellent Author justly mentions it, as a great Disparagement of Riches, that they cannot possess a Man with a right Estimation,
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and as it Administers plentiful fuel to his Appetites, so it commonly enflames them, and encreases the Distempers of his Mind.
and as it Administers plentiful fuel to his Appetites, so it commonly enflames them, and increases the Distempers of his Mind.
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But if it makes a Man proud, as it frequently does, then it makes him the more liable to violent Passions;
But if it makes a Man proud, as it frequently does, then it makes him the more liable to violent Passion;
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nor the healing of any of its uneasie and shameful Distempers.
nor the healing of any of its uneasy and shameful Distempers.
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Money in truth cannot purchase the calming of any violent Passions, the Peace and Tranquility of the Mind,
Money in truth cannot purchase the calming of any violent Passion, the Peace and Tranquillity of the Mind,
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He wisely mentions these things as necessary to our Happiness, which things it is certain a Man's greatest wealth cannot purchase.
He wisely mentions these things as necessary to our Happiness, which things it is certain a Man's greatest wealth cannot purchase.
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nor Magnanimity, nor Constancy of Mind, nor a well ordered vertuous Course of Actions.
nor Magnanimity, nor Constancy of Mind, nor a well ordered virtuous Course of Actions.
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But (says he) Freedom from Grief is not a thing to be bought with Money,
But (Says he) Freedom from Grief is not a thing to be bought with Money,
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if indeed Happiness were a thing to be bought and sold.
if indeed Happiness were a thing to be bought and sold.
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They judge rightly, said the wise Moralist (Plut.) who greatly esteem and admire a vast Estate,
They judge rightly, said the wise Moralist (Plutarch) who greatly esteem and admire a vast Estate,
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But alas how many very important Necessities have we attending us, even in this present Life, which this can afford us no help against!
But alas how many very important Necessities have we attending us, even in this present Life, which this can afford us not help against!
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And upon the account of the Covetous Man's trust in his Riches, is this Sin call'd Idolatry. Col. 3.5.
And upon the account of the Covetous Man's trust in his Riches, is this since called Idolatry. Col. 3.5.
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and as an high Wall in his own Conceit. Prov. 18.11.
and as an high Wall in his own Conceit. Curae 18.11.
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They think indeed, that Money answers all things, they ascribe an Almightiness to it, and the Rich Mans wealth is his strong City,
They think indeed, that Money answers all things, they ascribe an Almightiness to it, and the Rich men wealth is his strong city,
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It is a very high Conceit of the Sufficiency of this, which is one of the Causes that Men do so greedily, and so disorderly covet it:
It is a very high Conceit of the Sufficiency of this, which is one of the Causes that Men do so greedily, and so disorderly covet it:
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even whilst a Man yet has it in Possession.
even while a Man yet has it in Possession.
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1. Let us consider, against this Vice, the Vanity of Wealth, and the little worth or usefulness of it,
1. Let us Consider, against this Vice, the Vanity of Wealth, and the little worth or usefulness of it,
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and so most apt to prevail with him.
and so most apt to prevail with him.
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But I must content my self to urge but a few Arguments here, and therefore I shall chuse some of those, which I suppose may be most sensible to the covetous Person,
But I must content my self to urge but a few Arguments Here, and Therefore I shall choose Some of those, which I suppose may be most sensible to the covetous Person,
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and plainly contradicts the Faith of a Christian.
and plainly contradicts the Faith of a Christian.
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He therefore that lives in the Practice of this Sin, lives in an utter Defiance of his Religion,
He Therefore that lives in the Practice of this since, lives in an utter Defiance of his Religion,
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for every one of these do condemn it.
for every one of these do condemn it.
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And, I may say, there are as many Arguments against it, as there be Articles in our Holy Religion;
And, I may say, there Are as many Arguments against it, as there be Articles in our Holy Religion;
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I proceed now to the second Part of the Discourse, which is to propose those Arguments that are fit to remedy this sin.
I proceed now to the second Part of the Discourse, which is to propose those Arguments that Are fit to remedy this since.
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That as all these Characters together, do certainly speak a Man covetous, so if they can be separated, each of them alone may do it.
That as all these Characters together, do Certainly speak a Man covetous, so if they can be separated, each of them alone may do it.
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Only thus much more I desire may be observ'd to this purpose;
Only thus much more I desire may be observed to this purpose;
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but saves it from them too as long as he can. Thus I have, as I think, sufficiently describ'd this Vice:
but saves it from them too as long as he can. Thus I have, as I think, sufficiently described this Vice:
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when yet he will allow them no comfort in what he has, he does not as he should provide for them,
when yet he will allow them no Comfort in what he has, he does not as he should provide for them,
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It is often seen, that a Man shall pretend, to cloak and justifie his Covetousness, that all his care and saving is to provide for those that depend upon him:
It is often seen, that a Man shall pretend, to cloak and justify his Covetousness, that all his care and Saving is to provide for those that depend upon him:
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will hardly allow Children what is necessary to their Health, and good Education, and miserably pinches his Servants in the Provision he ought to make for them.
will hardly allow Children what is necessary to their Health, and good Education, and miserably pinches his Servants in the Provision he ought to make for them.
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or the Expences which become his Station;
or the Expenses which become his Station;
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But the covetous Man is negligent or too sparing in these matters. He will perhaps hardly allow himself the Food, Cloaths and Conveniences that his Person requires,
But the covetous Man is negligent or too sparing in these matters. He will perhaps hardly allow himself the Food, Clothes and Conveniences that his Person requires,
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and provide for, who are to be reckon'd as parts of our selves; as Wife, Children, and Servants.
and provide for, who Are to be reckoned as parts of our selves; as Wife, Children, and Servants.
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And this is to reach to all our just Dependants, those whom we are bound to take care of,
And this is to reach to all our just Dependants, those whom we Are bound to take care of,
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and becoming our Office and Station in the World:
and becoming our Office and Station in the World:
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Further, as the Use of Wealth respects our selves so it may, and ought to be employ'd to furnish our selves with things necessary and convenient for us,
Further, as the Use of Wealth respects our selves so it may, and ought to be employed to furnish our selves with things necessary and convenient for us,
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If he prevails with himself so far as to give any thing voluntarily to such purposes, 'tis always much less in proportion than he is able to allow.
If he prevails with himself so Far as to give any thing voluntarily to such Purposes, it's always much less in proportion than he is able to allow.
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'tis only by force if he allows any thing to them, and all manner of Arts he will use to get off as cheap as he can.
it's only by force if he allows any thing to them, and all manner of Arts he will use to get off as cheap as he can.
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But the covetous Man is so far from ever contributing to such things what he can well spare, that he never willingly allows that:
But the covetous Man is so Far from ever contributing to such things what he can well spare, that he never willingly allows that:
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and just, and to put our selves to a little inconvenience and want, to prevent a greater damage and prejudice to them.
and just, and to put our selves to a little inconvenience and want, to prevent a greater damage and prejudice to them.
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We may be bound at sometimes to retrench our ordinary Course of Expence, tho' it be but moderate,
We may be bound At sometime to retrench our ordinary Course of Expense, though it be but moderate,
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than we can commonly well spare in an uncommon Case and an extraordinary Exigence.
than we can commonly well spare in an uncommon Case and an extraordinary Exigence.
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And the Honour of God, and the Necessities of our Country in general, or of a private Neighbour, may sometimes require that we part with more to serve them,
And the Honour of God, and the Necessities of our Country in general, or of a private Neighbour, may sometime require that we part with more to serve them,
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Charity requires the feeding of the Hungry, the comforting of the Sick, the teaching of the Ignorant, the correcting of the Vicious.
Charity requires the feeding of the Hungry, the comforting of the Sick, the teaching of the Ignorant, the correcting of the Vicious.
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to assist the Protection of the Weak, the relief of the oppressed, and the righting of the injur'd.
to assist the Protection of the Weak, the relief of the oppressed, and the righting of the injured.
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and Peace, and Quietness in the World:
and Peace, and Quietness in the World:
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or to propagate it among them that are Strangers and Infidels. For the sake of our Neighbour, a man's Riches should be employ'd to promote Justice,
or to propagate it among them that Are Strangers and Infidels. For the sake of our Neighbour, a Man's Riches should be employed to promote justice,
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and Necessity may sometimes require a Charge to defend true Religion against the violent and unjust Assaults of its Enemies,
and Necessity may sometime require a Charge to defend true Religion against the violent and unjust Assaults of its Enemies,
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Some may be employ'd to support, maintain, and furnish the Service of the Sanctuary:
some may be employed to support, maintain, and furnish the Service of the Sanctuary:
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as far as it may serve to this End. Some may, and should be separated to the direct Service of Religion, to encourage, to promote the Practice of it by others, and dispose and help them to glorifie and serve God:
as Far as it may serve to this End. some may, and should be separated to the Direct Service of Religion, to encourage, to promote the Practice of it by Others, and dispose and help them to Glorify and serve God:
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It ought to be used, in the first place, Religiously, for the Honour and Glory of God,
It ought to be used, in the First place, Religiously, for the Honour and Glory of God,
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but he also that will not use what he has as he ought, but with-holds more than is meet, as Solomon speaks, Prov. 11.24. The right use of Wealth is three-fold, respecting either God, our Neighbour, or our Selves.
but he also that will not use what he has as he ought, but withholds more than is meet, as Solomon speaks, Curae 11.24. The right use of Wealth is threefold, respecting either God, our Neighbour, or our Selves.
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It is not only he, then, who covets his Neighbours Goods, or comes unjustly by them, that is covetous,
It is not only he, then, who covets his Neighbours Goods, or comes unjustly by them, that is covetous,
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He either utterly neglects, or at least is very niggardly and sparing in any right or good use of what he has.
He either utterly neglects, or At least is very niggardly and sparing in any right or good use of what he has.
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The covetous Man either hoards them up in a dead Bank, or sends them out, and employs them only to get more.
The covetous Man either hoards them up in a dead Bank, or sends them out, and employs them only to get more.
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but 'tis very common, even for the same Man when he is grown rich, to do no good at all with his Riches.
but it's very Common, even for the same Man when he is grown rich, to do no good At all with his Riches.
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Sometimes indeed, while a Man is in the pursuit of Wealth, he may think what good he would do if he could get a great Portion of it;
Sometime indeed, while a Man is in the pursuit of Wealth, he may think what good he would do if he could get a great Portion of it;
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Lastly, This Vice where it dwells makes a Man always unwilling to use and employ his Riches in those things which are the right Ends of having them.
Lastly, This Vice where it dwells makes a Man always unwilling to use and employ his Riches in those things which Are the right Ends of having them.
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And seeks to have Wealth that he may have it, not for any good Use that he ever intends to make of it.
And seeks to have Wealth that he may have it, not for any good Use that he ever intends to make of it.
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Thus the covetous Man lives in the World, as if he came into it for nothing else but to gather Wealth.
Thus the covetous Man lives in the World, as if he Come into it for nothing Else but to gather Wealth.
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then you may believe him not covetous, but really concern'd for the Advantage of the Publick.
then you may believe him not covetous, but really concerned for the Advantage of the Public.
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When you see him deny himself for the good of his Country, or give his service to the publick Benefit, without Reward or Advantage to himself;
When you see him deny himself for the good of his Country, or give his service to the public Benefit, without Reward or Advantage to himself;
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and for these he would have them.
and for these he would have them.
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Thus by clamouring against others he would recommend himself into their places, but all this while 'tis the Profit and Wages that allure him,
Thus by clamouring against Others he would recommend himself into their places, but all this while it's the Profit and Wages that allure him,
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and especially, if the Providence of God crosses Affairs with ill Success, all is Treachery and Wickedness:
and especially, if the Providence of God Crosses Affairs with ill Success, all is Treachery and Wickedness:
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If he is not in Office, or not in so gainful an one as he would be, nothing is done to please him,
If he is not in Office, or not in so gainful an one as he would be, nothing is done to please him,
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than so as he may best promote the publick Good.
than so as he may best promote the public Good.
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and you shall commonly see him take more care to discharge his Office, so as may most promote his own Gain,
and you shall commonly see him take more care to discharge his Office, so as may most promote his own Gain,
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and he never thinks they are paid little enough for their Labour. If he serves his Country in any publick Office, 'tis only to serve himself more;
and he never thinks they Are paid little enough for their Labour. If he serves his Country in any public Office, it's only to serve himself more;
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and will have it done too for as small Wages and Reward as he can possibly put them off with;
and will have it done too for as small Wages and Reward as he can possibly put them off with;
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he exacts hard Labour, is never satisfied with what they do;
he exacts hard Labour, is never satisfied with what they do;
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And that he employs them with this Humour and Design, commonly appears in this, that he does it with severe Extortion;
And that he employs them with this Humour and Design, commonly appears in this, that he does it with severe Extortion;
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and he would not help them to work for Food, but that they might help him by their Labour to be rich.
and he would not help them to work for Food, but that they might help him by their Labour to be rich.
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If he employs the Poor, 'tis not for their Benefit so much as his own;
If he employs the Poor, it's not for their Benefit so much as his own;
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and as Solomon says, If a Man eats his Morsels, he shall be forced to vomit them up again, Prov. 23.8. He puts a mighty Value upon any kindness he does, and never thinks it enough requited.
and as Solomon Says, If a Man eats his Morsels, he shall be forced to vomit them up again, Curae 23.8. He puts a mighty Valve upon any kindness he does, and never thinks it enough requited.
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And if ever he does a kindness, he thereby designs and hopes to receive a greater;
And if ever he does a kindness, he thereby designs and hope's to receive a greater;
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and the Sabbath that we may set forth Wheat, Amos 8.5. The covetous Man's benefits are mere Bargains:
and the Sabbath that we may Set forth Wheat, Amos 8.5. The covetous Man's benefits Are mere Bargains:
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Like them the Prophet speaks of, who said, When will the new Moon be gone that we may sell Corn,
Like them the Prophet speaks of, who said, When will the new Moon be gone that we may fell Corn,
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This shows it self too in making him soon a weary of a Holy-day, and longing for the End of it, that he might return to his worldly Business:
This shows it self too in making him soon a weary of a Holiday, and longing for the End of it, that he might return to his worldly Business:
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and he draws nigh to God with his Lips, and worships him with his Mouth, while his Heart is after his Covetousness.
and he draws High to God with his Lips, and worships him with his Mouth, while his Heart is After his Covetousness.
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Or else the Love and Care of Wealth so engages his Heart, and devours his Soul, that all his Devotions are cold and formal,
Or Else the Love and Care of Wealth so engages his Heart, and devours his Soul, that all his Devotions Are cold and formal,
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and more often the performance of private and Family-Worship.
and more often the performance of private and Family worship.
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The pursuit of this often sets by the Worship of God, makes him sometimes neglect a due Attendance on the Publick,
The pursuit of this often sets by the Worship of God, makes him sometime neglect a due Attendance on the Public,
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He values and esteems nothing else; accounts it the one thing necessary to be rich; and values himself and his Neighbour only according to the measure of his Wealth.
He value's and esteems nothing Else; accounts it the one thing necessary to be rich; and value's himself and his Neighbour only according to the measure of his Wealth.
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Early and late it is his main Business, when alone to contrive, when in Company to pursue his Gain.
Early and late it is his main Business, when alone to contrive, when in Company to pursue his Gain.
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All his Thoughts and Care are engag'd about this:
All his Thoughts and Care Are engaged about this:
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the End of an ambitious Man is Authority, and Honour; so the End of a covetous Man is Gain, and Encrease of Wealth.
the End of an ambitious Man is authority, and Honour; so the End of a covetous Man is Gain, and Increase of Wealth.
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A Man's ultimate and chief End gives him his chief Denomination: And as the End of a voluptuous Man, as such, is Pleasure;
A Man's ultimate and chief End gives him his chief Denomination: And as the End of a voluptuous Man, as such, is Pleasure;
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neither is his greedy Eye ever satisfied with Riches, Eccles. 4.8. 4. The covetous Man, especially as such, makes the getting of Wealth the main end and design of his Life.
neither is his greedy Eye ever satisfied with Riches, Eccles. 4.8. 4. The covetous Man, especially as such, makes the getting of Wealth the main end and Design of his Life.
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And tho', as that wise Man says, He has neither Child nor Brother, yet is there no end of his Labour,
And though, as that wise Man Says, He has neither Child nor Brother, yet is there no end of his Labour,
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nor he that loveth Abundance with Encrease, Eccles. 5.10.
nor he that loves Abundance with Increase, Eccles. 5.10.
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But the covetous Man is for endless encreasing, and proves what Solomon says of such, He that loveth Silver shall not be satisfied with Silver,
But the covetous Man is for endless increasing, and Proves what Solomon Says of such, He that loves Silver shall not be satisfied with Silver,
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then he should separate and employ the more to serve the Glory of God, and the Necessities of poor Neighbours.
then he should separate and employ the more to serve the Glory of God, and the Necessities of poor Neighbours.
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Or, if his Wealth does still encrease by God's Blessing upon his Business and Labour,
Or, if his Wealth does still increase by God's Blessing upon his Business and Labour,
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he should know when he has enough and be thankful, and contented not to encrease any further:
he should know when he has enough and be thankful, and contented not to increase any further:
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and enough to make a competent Provision for his Dependants;
and enough to make a competent Provision for his Dependants;
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When the Providence of God hath given a Man a sufficient portion to serve in a good measure all the real Exigencies of his Condition and Station,
When the Providence of God hath given a Man a sufficient portion to serve in a good measure all the real Exigencies of his Condition and Station,
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The Holy Scripture directs us, That having food and raiment we should be therewith content. 1 Tim. 6.8.
The Holy Scripture directs us, That having food and raiment we should be therewith content. 1 Tim. 6.8.
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From the supply of Necessity, it puts him on to provide for Plenty, and when he is gotten thither it drives him on still to pursue Superfluity.
From the supply of Necessity, it puts him on to provide for Plenty, and when he is got thither it drives him on still to pursue Superfluity.
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but makes him greedy of getting more still.
but makes him greedy of getting more still.
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It will not satisfie this to have enough, but it will be Rich; and when a Man is indeed Rich, it will not let him see or account that he is so,
It will not satisfy this to have enough, but it will be Rich; and when a Man is indeed Rich, it will not let him see or account that he is so,
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3. It is the common Property and Character of this Vice, that it makes a Man unsatiable in his desire of Gain.
3. It is the Common Property and Character of this Vice, that it makes a Man unsatiable in his desire of Gain.
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As that good Man plainly intimates, in praying that he might not be poor, lest he should thereby be tempted to steal, and take the Name of God in vain, Prov. 30.9. The being poor, he knew, would not justifie any ill Arts to provide for himself.
As that good Man plainly intimates, in praying that he might not be poor, lest he should thereby be tempted to steal, and take the Name of God in vain, Curae 30.9. The being poor, he knew, would not justify any ill Arts to provide for himself.
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but we must not use unlawful means to supply even our wants;
but we must not use unlawful means to supply even our Wants;
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Men may endeavour to help themselves out of Necessity and Straits, and every one ought to endeavour this with all fitting Diligence:
Men may endeavour to help themselves out of Necessity and Straits, and every one ought to endeavour this with all fitting Diligence:
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Hence our Saviour says, No man can serve God and Mammon, and the Apostle tells us, If any man love the World, the love of the Father is not in him.
Hence our Saviour Says, No man can serve God and Mammon, and the Apostle tells us, If any man love the World, the love of the Father is not in him.
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and which are too many to be particularly mention'd.
and which Are too many to be particularly mentioned.
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Is the Parent and Inventour of all those guilty Arts and Methods too commonly practised in Trade,
Is the Parent and Inventor of all those guilty Arts and Methods too commonly practised in Trade,
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and deny even his Faith in God for the sake of getting: This produces false Oaths, Monopolies, and fraudulent Bargains for gain:
and deny even his Faith in God for the sake of getting: This produces false Oaths, Monopolies, and fraudulent Bargains for gain:
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It will make a Man break his Promises to Men, betray his Trust, cheat and impose upon the Ignorant, oppress the Weak, extort from the Necessitous,
It will make a Man break his Promises to Men, betray his Trust, cheat and impose upon the Ignorant, oppress the Weak, extort from the Necessitous,
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It will break through all the Commands of God, either in Omission of Duty, or the Commission of what is forbid, to get or keep his beloved Gain:
It will break through all the Commands of God, either in Omission of Duty, or the Commission of what is forbid, to get or keep his Beloved Gain:
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2. Covetousness will make a Man pursue his Gain by any manner of Ill ways and Methods of getting.
2. Covetousness will make a Man pursue his Gain by any manner of Ill ways and Methods of getting.
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as the next Character of this Sin; which is this.
as the next Character of this since; which is this.
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And from hence, 'tis especially easie and common, to proceed to that which I shall mention,
And from hence, it's especially easy and Common, to proceed to that which I shall mention,
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And tho' it may be the lowest Degree of this Sin, yet, as it is with all the lesser Degrees of Sin in any other Cases, it does greatly dispose and prepare a Man for the grosser and more guilty Degrees of it.
And though it may be the lowest Degree of this since, yet, as it is with all the lesser Degrees of since in any other Cases, it does greatly dispose and prepare a Man for the grosser and more guilty Degrees of it.
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and distrustful of his Providence and Promises.
and distrustful of his Providence and Promises.
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It speaks a Heart too much set on this World, not duely resign'd to the disposal of God,
It speaks a Heart too much Set on this World, not duly resigned to the disposal of God,
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but, I think, it must be reckon'd the lowest Degree of this Sin, while it does not break out in any suitable Actions:
but, I think, it must be reckoned the lowest Degree of this since, while it does not break out in any suitable Actions:
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if we would be certainly possest of a sufficient Portion.
if we would be Certainly possessed of a sufficient Portion.
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but also even when there is such a likelihood;
but also even when there is such a likelihood;
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And these things he forbids, not only when there is no danger of inviting another like Injury by such patience,
And these things he forbids, not only when there is no danger of inviting Another like Injury by such patience,
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but even also when 'tis certain on our Side.
but even also when it's certain on our Side.
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And the going to Law with a Neighbour for every small matter not, only when the Right is uncertain,
And the going to Law with a Neighbour for every small matter not, only when the Right is uncertain,
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And he forbids any disturbance of publick Peace, by promoting Seditions, Factions and Rebellions against the Magistrate, for any such small Encroachment:
And he forbids any disturbance of public Peace, by promoting Seditions, Factions and Rebellions against the Magistrate, for any such small Encroachment:
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He speaks of private Injuries, and such as are light, and may be born by a wise Man without any considerable Prejudice.
He speaks of private Injuries, and such as Are Light, and may be born by a wise Man without any considerable Prejudice.
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or in their Estate and Possession; or in their Privileges and Immunities.
or in their Estate and Possession; or in their Privileges and Immunities.
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Our Saviour designs to teach, and oblige his Disciples, altogether to remit and take patiently any tolerable and small Injuries that may be done to them as private Persons whether in their Body and Reputation;
Our Saviour designs to teach, and oblige his Disciples, altogether to remit and take patiently any tolerable and small Injuries that may be done to them as private Persons whither in their Body and Reputation;
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In which parcel of his Discourse, as a very learned and pious Divine of our Church understands it;
In which parcel of his Discourse, as a very learned and pious Divine of our Church understands it;
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in Matt. 5.38, 39, 40, 41. Verses.
in Matt. 5.38, 39, 40, 41. Verses.
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This is that very thing which our Saviour checks and forbids, when he says, Resist not evil, and explains himself, by the Instances he mentions, to mean light and tolerable Evils;
This is that very thing which our Saviour Checks and forbids, when he Says, Resist not evil, and explains himself, by the Instances he mentions, to mean Light and tolerable Evils;
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and an endless Contention to retrieve or avenge it.
and an endless Contention to retrieve or avenge it.
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and even the least Encroachment upon it from the Magistrate by necessity of State, or from a private Neighbour by mistake, can inflame a Man into a violent Rage,
and even the least Encroachment upon it from the Magistrate by necessity of State, or from a private Neighbour by mistake, can inflame a Man into a violent Rage,
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When every hairs-breadth of Property is more dear to a Man, than Obedience and Charity,
When every hair's-breadth of Property is more dear to a Man, than obedience and Charity,
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Under this impatient Desire of worldly Goods, which will denominate a Man covetous, must be also reckon'd that disposition of Mind, which is apt to quarrel with our Neighbour for every little Punctilio of Right:
Under this impatient Desire of worldly Goods, which will denominate a Man covetous, must be also reckoned that disposition of Mind, which is apt to quarrel with our Neighbour for every little Punctilio of Right:
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and that our Prayers be always season'd with Submission and Resignation to the good Pleasure of God.
and that our Prayers be always seasoned with Submission and Resignation to the good Pleasure of God.
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but it requires that our Desires be modest, not excessive, patient, not hasty;
but it requires that our Desires be modest, not excessive, patient, not hasty;
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Which does not forbid all desire of Supply, nor restrain us from Prayer to God for it:
Which does not forbid all desire of Supply, nor restrain us from Prayer to God for it:
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when it pleases God to afflict us with it.
when it Pleases God to afflict us with it.
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Phil. 4.11, 12. This was a State of mind altogether free from any stain of this Sin. We must submit even to Want,
Philip 4.11, 12. This was a State of mind altogether free from any stain of this Sin. We must submit even to Want,
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and to suffer need, and in whatsoever State he was to be therewith Content.
and to suffer need, and in whatsoever State he was to be therewith Content.
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The Apostle Paul could say, He had learnt both to be full, and to be hungry, both to abound,
The Apostle Paul could say, He had learned both to be full, and to be hungry, both to abound,
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and he that hardly has enough to supply his Necessities, as well as he that desires to have more than enough.
and he that hardly has enough to supply his Necessities, as well as he that Desires to have more than enough.
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because he lies under some necessity is guilty of Covetousness: And so the Poor may be guilty of it, as well as the Rich;
Because he lies under Some necessity is guilty of Covetousness: And so the Poor may be guilty of it, as well as the Rich;
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He that murmurs against God for his Wants, and accuses his Providence of injustice or unkindness,
He that murmurs against God for his Wants, and accuses his Providence of injustice or unkindness,
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when he sees himself disappointed of this.
when he sees himself disappointed of this.
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'tis very Suspicious and likely such a Man serves God only for Gain, and so grows careless and a weary of his Work and Duty,
it's very Suspicious and likely such a Man serves God only for Gain, and so grows careless and a weary of his Work and Duty,
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and grows indifferent and listless in the Service of God is not free from this Sin;
and grows indifferent and listless in the Service of God is not free from this since;
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A Mind dejected and troubled with a strait and mean Fortune, or which is disspirited thereby,
A Mind dejected and troubled with a strait and mean Fortune, or which is dispirited thereby,
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But he who cannot do this, but disorderly and impatiently desires the increase of his Portion is Covetous.
But he who cannot do this, but disorderly and impatiently Desires the increase of his Portion is Covetous.
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He that does calmly acquiesce in the disposal of God in all Conditions is contented in all:
He that does calmly acquiesce in the disposal of God in all Conditions is contented in all:
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Let your Conversation be without Covetousness; (says he) and be Content with such things as ye have.
Let your Conversation be without Covetousness; (Says he) and be Content with such things as you have.
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The Apostle teaches us to make this a part of its Character by our Text, where he sets it in opposition to a Contentment with the Portion which it pleases God to give us:
The Apostle Teaches us to make this a part of its Character by our Text, where he sets it in opposition to a Contentment with the Portion which it Pleases God to give us:
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1. Covetousness is attended with, and consists partly in an eager and impatient Desire of having the Wealth of this World.
1. Covetousness is attended with, and consists partly in an eager and impatient Desire of having the Wealth of this World.
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and enough to know this Sin, and its deformity by; and thus much I hope I shall do.
and enough to know this since, and its deformity by; and thus much I hope I shall do.
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I shall not be much concern'd, if I do not particularly mention every line and stroke of its Features, provided I do but mention the most of these,
I shall not be much concerned, if I do not particularly mention every line and stroke of its Features, provided I do but mention the most of these,
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and so it may be hoped, that the very describing it truly may be of some use towards disswading Men from it, in giving its Character.
and so it may be hoped, that the very describing it truly may be of Some use towards dissuading Men from it, in giving its Character.
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Besides, we shall see, in the true Character, the ugly Features of this Sin (as we may speak);
Beside, we shall see, in the true Character, the ugly Features of this since (as we may speak);
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for the heart of Man is deceitful, as well as wicked, and often hides from himself the Faults he is guilty of.
for the heart of Man is deceitful, as well as wicked, and often hides from himself the Faults he is guilty of.
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and this is necessary to be told us;
and this is necessary to be told us;
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And there will be a double Advantage in the having that represented to us: For hereby we shall know when we are guilty of it;
And there will be a double Advantage in the having that represented to us: For hereby we shall know when we Are guilty of it;
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In the first place, I shall give the Character or Description of this Sin of Covetousness.
In the First place, I shall give the Character or Description of this since of Covetousness.
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1. To give the Character or Description of this Sin of Covetousness. 2. To propose such Arguments and Considerations as are proper to remedy and cure it.
1. To give the Character or Description of this since of Covetousness. 2. To propose such Arguments and Considerations as Are proper to remedy and cure it.
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In speaking to this Subject, I shall confine my self to these two Heads of Discourse.
In speaking to this Subject, I shall confine my self to these two Heads of Discourse.
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It is of use then at all times to caution Men against this Sin, but is especially necessary in such as ours.
It is of use then At all times to caution Men against this since, but is especially necessary in such as ours.
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and these render the Sin the more likely to infect others, and to prevail further.
and these render the since the more likely to infect Others, and to prevail further.
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These things shew the Esteem of Wealth to be Exorbitantly great among Men, and that Covetousness does commonly prevail;
These things show the Esteem of Wealth to be Exorbitantly great among Men, and that Covetousness does commonly prevail;
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and to procure Esteem and Regard, for the most Glorious and useful Vertues and Accomplishments.
and to procure Esteem and Regard, for the most Glorious and useful Virtues and Accomplishments.
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That Wealth is necessary to maintain in a corrupt and degenerate Age, the Reverence of Persons Sacred, to protect the most innocent and harmless Persons;
That Wealth is necessary to maintain in a corrupt and degenerate Age, the reverence of Persons Sacred, to Pact the most innocent and harmless Persons;
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When we see nothing valued almost in the World but this, or at least nothing without it:
When we see nothing valued almost in the World but this, or At least nothing without it:
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And further, we are strongly tempted to it, by the common great Esteem of Wealth among Men:
And further, we Are strongly tempted to it, by the Common great Esteem of Wealth among Men:
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and the power which Money has to procure them, or at least is thought to have, are things mightily apt to betray Men into this Sin:
and the power which Money has to procure them, or At least is Thought to have, Are things mightily apt to betray Men into this since:
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The weakness, and many Necessities of this Life, the Suitableness of the things of this World to our present Condition,
The weakness, and many Necessities of this Life, the Suitableness of the things of this World to our present Condition,
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And as this Sin is very guilty and hurtful, so 'tis that which Mankind are generally very liable to.
And as this since is very guilty and hurtful, so it's that which Mankind Are generally very liable to.
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The Holy Scripture sufficiently warns us of this, and tells us, Whoso maketh haste to be rich shall not be Innocent. Prov. 28.20. and, They that will be rich fall into Temptation, and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful Lusts, which drown Men in Destruction and Perdition. 1 Tim. 6.9, 10.
The Holy Scripture sufficiently warns us of this, and tells us, Whoso makes haste to be rich shall not be Innocent. Curae 28.20. and, They that will be rich fallen into Temptation, and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful Lustiest, which drown Men in Destruction and Perdition. 1 Tim. 6.9, 10.
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And besides, it is commonly a very fruitful Spring, and cause of many other Sins.
And beside, it is commonly a very fruitful Spring, and cause of many other Sins.
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This Sin involves a world of Guilt in it self, as will appear in a true Representation of it:
This since involves a world of Gilded in it self, as will appear in a true Representation of it:
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Amongst that number this may justly be reckon'd one which the Apostle in this Text forbids, in saying, Let your Conversation be without Covetousness.
among that number this may justly be reckoned one which the Apostle in this Text forbids, in saying, Let your Conversation be without Covetousness.
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by reason that they contain greater Guilt, and are of more dangerous and mortal consequence to the Soul than many others.
by reason that they contain greater Gilded, and Are of more dangerous and Mortal consequence to the Soul than many Others.
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Heb. 13.5. Let your Conversation be without Covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have:
Hebrew 13.5. Let your Conversation be without Covetousness; and be content with such things as you have:
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For he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. THERE are some Sins which have been anciently call'd deadly ones, as being peculiarly so;
For he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. THERE Are Some Sins which have been anciently called deadly ones, as being peculiarly so;
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Now to God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Glory world without End. Amen.
Now to God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Glory world without End. Amen.
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For to the good Man God has said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
For to the good Man God has said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
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The good Man then, who lives innocently and religiously, and puts his Trust in Almighty God, gains that Security from want, which the Covetous wretch pursues with wracking Cares and endless Toil, and always misses of.
The good Man then, who lives innocently and religiously, and puts his Trust in Almighty God, gains that Security from want, which the Covetous wretch pursues with wracking Cares and endless Toil, and always misses of.
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And he may reasonably believe it as safe there as under his own Care: For it could not be safe in his own keeping without the protection of God.
And he may reasonably believe it as safe there as under his own Care: For it could not be safe in his own keeping without the protection of God.
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as ready for his use in God's hands as in his own, if it does not please God to trust him with it.
as ready for his use in God's hands as in his own, if it does not please God to trust him with it.
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A good Man being secur'd by the faithful Promises of God, may justly think his Provision and Maintenance,
A good Man being secured by the faithful Promises of God, may justly think his Provision and Maintenance,
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than an unblest abundance shall be to another.
than an unblest abundance shall be to Another.
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With God's Blessing upon a Man, a moderate and small Portion shall be more Serviceable to him, more sufficient and proportionable to his Necessities,
With God's Blessing upon a Man, a moderate and small Portion shall be more Serviceable to him, more sufficient and proportionable to his Necessities,
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And so a little that a righteous Man has, is better than the riches of many wicked, as is said, Psal. 37.16.
And so a little that a righteous Man has, is better than the riches of many wicked, as is said, Psalm 37.16.
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as well as 'tis God that gives it him:
as well as it's God that gives it him:
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And further it should be considered, that 'tis the Blessing of God only that makes a Man rich with what he has;
And further it should be considered, that it's the Blessing of God only that makes a Man rich with what he has;
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They that fear the Lord shall be sure to want no manner of thing that is good.
They that Fear the Lord shall be sure to want no manner of thing that is good.
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And thus is Pride defective in paying the Honours due to God.
And thus is Pride defective in paying the Honours due to God.
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In the last place I am to represent it in its Carriage towards Men, and show how it discovers it self in the matter of giving Honour and Esteem to them.
In the last place I am to represent it in its Carriage towards Men, and show how it discovers it self in the matter of giving Honour and Esteem to them.
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In this also it is mightily defective, and must needs be so.
In this also it is mightily defective, and must needs be so.
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He that values and honours himself too much, will be apt perhaps to set himself above his Superiours, to be sure he will lift himself above his Equals,
He that value's and honours himself too much, will be apt perhaps to Set himself above his Superiors, to be sure he will lift himself above his Equals,
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and account there is more distance than really there is between him and his Inferiours.
and account there is more distance than really there is between him and his Inferiors.
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But to speak of this in some method too, we may say the proud Man transgresses in the matter of giving Respect in these following Instances.
But to speak of this in Some method too, we may say the proud Man Transgresses in the matter of giving Respect in these following Instances.
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1. He is always unwilling that another Man should receive his due Praise, and that Acknowledgment of Worth which belongs to him.
1. He is always unwilling that Another Man should receive his due Praise, and that Acknowledgment of Worth which belongs to him.
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He never cares to give this, and when he hears any Man praised he is silent;
He never Cares to give this, and when he hears any Man praised he is silent;
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and therefore will disown a despised Truth, comply with common Errours, or forsake his Duty,
and Therefore will disown a despised Truth, comply with Common Errors, or forsake his Duty,
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as they did whom that Text speaks of, that he may avoid the Contempt and Condemnation of Men.
as they did whom that Text speaks of, that he may avoid the Contempt and Condemnation of Men.
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Pride seeks the Respect and Honour of others in Ostentation and Vain-glorious boasting of a Man's own worth;
Pride seeks the Respect and Honour of Others in Ostentation and Vainglorious boasting of a Man's own worth;
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and commonly boasts and affects to make show of more than he has; and this is done either in Words or Actions:
and commonly boasts and affects to make show of more than he has; and this is done either in Words or Actions:
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It will be endless and extravagant in praising ones self.
It will be endless and extravagant in praising ones self.
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Can never hear any one else prais'd, but it will impertinently put in our own Commendation, either to equal or exceed them.
Can never hear any one Else praised, but it will impertinently put in our own Commendation, either to equal or exceed them.
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The wise Man delivers this Precept of Humility: Let another Man praise thee, and not thine own Mouth;
The wise Man delivers this Precept of Humility: Let Another Man praise thee, and not thine own Mouth;
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a Stranger, and not thine own Lips, Prov. 27.2. A man may praise himself for the sake of repelling Calumny and false Accusation, that is, he may do this in a just Vindication of himself, by representing his Life and Actions quite contrary to what Malice and Ignorance represents them to be;
a Stranger, and not thine own Lips, Curae 27.2. A man may praise himself for the sake of repelling Calumny and false Accusation, that is, he may do this in a just Vindication of himself, by representing his Life and Actions quite contrary to what Malice and Ignorance represents them to be;
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this is a just and necessary occasion, but the proud Man praises himself, as without ground and reason sometime, so also without occasion.
this is a just and necessary occasion, but the proud Man praises himself, as without ground and reason sometime, so also without occasion.
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If he does any thing good, he will take care it shall be known, as the Pharisees, who when they bestowed their Alms, blew a Trumpet for all Men to take notice of it.
If he does any thing good, he will take care it shall be known, as the Pharisees, who when they bestowed their Alms, blew a Trumpet for all Men to take notice of it.
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It is the Practice of Ostentation to affect Pomp and Magnificence in all things about us;
It is the Practice of Ostentation to affect Pomp and Magnificence in all things about us;
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which is done to show the Riches we have, or to boast of more than we have:
which is done to show the Riches we have, or to boast of more than we have:
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This is practised in the Affectation of finery in Cloaths, richness in the Furniture of our Houses, splendour in Equipage and Attendants, and Cost in Entertainments.
This is practised in the Affectation of finery in Clothes, richness in the Furniture of our Houses, splendour in Equipage and Attendants, and Cost in Entertainments.
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And thus is Prodigality exercised to the Service of Pride.
And thus is Prodigality exercised to the Service of Pride.
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3. The proud Man's Desire of Honour and Esteem from others seeks it for its own sake,
3. The proud Man's Desire of Honour and Esteem from Others seeks it for its own sake,
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and out of Love to the thing it self, not for any good use he designs to make of it.
and out of Love to the thing it self, not for any good use he designs to make of it.
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As he does good, if at all, for the Honour of it, so he seeks this for it self.
As he does good, if At all, for the Honour of it, so he seeks this for it self.
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Our Saviour forbids the doing good Works to be seen of Men, and for the sake of their Praise and Esteem, Matt. 23.5.
Our Saviour forbids the doing good Works to be seen of Men, and for the sake of their Praise and Esteem, Matt. 23.5.
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'Tis true, he also says, Let your light so shine before Men, that they may see your good Works,
It's true, he also Says, Let your Light so shine before Men, that they may see your good Works,
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and glorifie your Father which is in Heaven, Matt. 5.16. And these two Scriptures are very evidently agreeing one with another.
and Glorify your Father which is in Heaven, Matt. 5.16. And these two Scriptures Are very evidently agreeing one with Another.
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We may do our good Works to be seen for the Glory of God, but not for our own Honour:
We may do our good Works to be seen for the Glory of God, but not for our own Honour:
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We need not be asham'd of doing well, nor are bound to study to conceal all our good Works from Men;
We need not be ashamed of doing well, nor Are bound to study to conceal all our good Works from Men;
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but as we must not do them for the sake of Praise, so neither may we show them for the sake of that.
but as we must not do them for the sake of Praise, so neither may we show them for the sake of that.
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A man may praise himself, by representing to his Neighbour any good Practice of his own, which his Neighbour is not acquainted with, to encourage him thereby against the Difficulties of Vertue,
A man may praise himself, by representing to his Neighbour any good Practice of his own, which his Neighbour is not acquainted with, to encourage him thereby against the Difficulties of Virtue,
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or the Temptations he meets with, to excite another by his good Example;
or the Temptations he meets with, to excite Another by his good Exampl;
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and for these reasons he may show the good he does, tho' it were possible to conceal it.
and for these Reasons he may show the good he does, though it were possible to conceal it.
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We may let others see, that we our selves do carefully abstain from the things we condemn,
We may let Others see, that we our selves do carefully abstain from the things we condemn,
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and that we diligently practice what we recommend to others, in order to give our Reproofs and Exhortations the more force upon the World:
and that we diligently practice what we recommend to Others, in order to give our Reproofs and Exhortations the more force upon the World:
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And such a good Example we ought to give for the Glory of God, and the good of our Neighbour.
And such a good Exampl we ought to give for the Glory of God, and the good of our Neighbour.
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But these are not ends in the proud Man's thoughts. His chief and ultimate End is his own Honour:
But these Are not ends in the proud Man's thoughts. His chief and ultimate End is his own Honour:
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He cannot say as the Psalmist, Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, but unto thy Name give the Praise:
He cannot say as the Psalmist, Not unto us, Oh Lord, not unto us, but unto thy Name give the Praise:
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If our poor Endeavours may be serviceable to thy Glory, we care not whether our own be advanced by them or not.
If our poor Endeavours may be serviceable to thy Glory, we care not whither our own be advanced by them or not.
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But this is that Humility requires us to think and say.
But this is that Humility requires us to think and say.
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And then, as his own Honour is that which the proud Man chiefly seeks in what he does,
And then, as his own Honour is that which the proud Man chiefly seeks in what he does,
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so if he obtains this it is his chiefest Delight;
so if he obtains this it is his chiefest Delight;
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this is that transports and pleases him most, even more than any good Fruit of his Actions.
this is that transports and Pleases him most, even more than any good Fruit of his Actions.
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Thus I have also finish'd the second part of the Character of this Vice. I proceed to the third, and the last mention'd, which was this;
Thus I have also finished the second part of the Character of this Vice. I proceed to the third, and the last mentioned, which was this;
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Pride makes a Man neglect and refuse to pay the Honour and Respect which is due to others.
Pride makes a Man neglect and refuse to pay the Honour and Respect which is due to Others.
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It requires much of this, but will give little:
It requires much of this, but will give little:
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It is in this, like Covetousness, that it is greedy of having Honour as that is of Gain,
It is in this, like Covetousness, that it is greedy of having Honour as that is of Gain,
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but cares not to part with, or bestow any;
but Cares not to part with, or bestow any;
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and if it does bestow any Honour upon another, 'tis only to encrease his own Honour,
and if it does bestow any Honour upon Another, it's only to increase his own Honour,
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and that he may receive again with Usury. This part of Pride is exercised, both in our Carriage towards God, and towards Men:
and that he may receive again with Usury. This part of Pride is exercised, both in our Carriage towards God, and towards Men:
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This monstrous Vice makes men negligent and defective in paying the Honour which is due to the great God,
This monstrous Vice makes men negligent and defective in paying the Honour which is due to the great God,
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as well as that which is due to their Fellow Creatures.
as well as that which is due to their Fellow Creatures.
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To make this part of its Character the more evident, I shall produce some Instances of the Errors of its Carriage in this respect, both towards God, and towards Man.
To make this part of its Character the more evident, I shall produce Some Instances of the Errors of its Carriage in this respect, both towards God, and towards Man.
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It is first negligent and defective in paying the Honour due to Almighty God, in these following Respects.
It is First negligent and defective in paying the Honour due to Almighty God, in these following Respects.
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1. It destroys, or mightily lessens in us the Reverence and Fear of him:
1. It Destroys, or mightily lessens in us the reverence and fear of him:
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It will not let a Man stand in awe of him as we should do Reverence is a thing directly contrary to Pride;
It will not let a Man stand in awe of him as we should do reverence is a thing directly contrary to Pride;
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this Vice is ready to treat the great God at all times, as if he were such a one as our selves:
this Vice is ready to Treat the great God At all times, as if he were such a one as our selves:
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As it is very full of self-admiring Thoughts, it does not take time to consider enough the Infinite and Glorious Greatness of God, that we might be possest with Reverence and Admiration of him.
As it is very full of Self-admiring Thoughts, it does not take time to Consider enough the Infinite and Glorious Greatness of God, that we might be possessed with reverence and Admiration of him.
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And when that is gain'd 'tis not yet contented, but strives next to govern alone.
And when that is gained it's not yet contented, but strives next to govern alone.
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Pride does not love to be Inferiour or Obey, but strives first to share in Government:
Pride does not love to be Inferior or Obey, but strives First to share in Government:
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he will think fit to lay Burdens on others, which shall be abundantly heavier than those which he would not bear himself.
he will think fit to lay Burdens on Others, which shall be abundantly Heavier than those which he would not bear himself.
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But he who before was unruly and knew not how to obey, will now be the most unreasonable and tyrannous when he Rules;
But he who before was unruly and knew not how to obey, will now be the most unreasonable and tyrannous when he Rules;
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And if he can accomplish that, then he will never think the Governing part has too much Power:
And if he can accomplish that, then he will never think the Governing part has too much Power:
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He would not have all the Authority lodg'd in the Hands of one, only for this Reason, that being divided among many he may catch a share of it.
He would not have all the authority lodged in the Hands of one, only for this Reason, that being divided among many he may catch a share of it.
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according to what the unerring Wisdom of Holy Scripture says of it, that 'tis an Ordinance of God for good. Rom. 13.4. The proud Man had rather rule than be rul'd, and therefore never likes the Constitution and Government till he can advance himself into Authority.
according to what the unerring Wisdom of Holy Scripture Says of it, that it's an Ordinance of God for good. Rom. 13.4. The proud Man had rather Rule than be ruled, and Therefore never likes the Constitution and Government till he can advance himself into authority.
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and that from which much more Happiness and Advantage may be expected:
and that from which much more Happiness and Advantage may be expected:
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Whereas a just Humility would teach them that Government is the greater Blessing of the two,
Whereas a just Humility would teach them that Government is the greater Blessing of the two,
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It is Pride that makes Liberty so darling a thing with Mankind, and which cries up that as the most valuable and precious Possession:
It is Pride that makes Liberty so darling a thing with Mankind, and which cries up that as the most valuable and precious Possession:
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Pride makes Inferiours dispute and contend when they should obey, and cavil at Laws and Commands of their Superiours that they may find out Pretences not to obey them.
Pride makes Inferiors dispute and contend when they should obey, and cavil At Laws and Commands of their Superiors that they may find out Pretences not to obey them.
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and of Confusion and Unquietness in Families.
and of Confusion and Unquietness in Families.
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This Vice is the common Cause of Schisms in the Church, of Factions and Seditions in the State,
This Vice is the Common Cause of Schisms in the Church, of Factions and Seditions in the State,
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The proud Man loves to have his own Will, affects much to be without controul, and is commonly very unruly and unquiet in every inferiour Relation.
The proud Man loves to have his own Will, affects much to be without control, and is commonly very unruly and unquiet in every inferior Relation.
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These things are especially done against those that stand in any Competition with him. 2. Pride is commonly unruly, and disobedient to those who have Authority over us.
These things Are especially done against those that stand in any Competition with him. 2. Pride is commonly unruly, and disobedient to those who have authority over us.
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And whatever ill the proud Man knows of his Neighbour, all the World shall know too:
And whatever ill the proud Man knows of his Neighbour, all the World shall know too:
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It earnestly hearkens and seeks after ill Reports, and easily receives them:
It earnestly hearkens and seeks After ill Reports, and Easily receives them:
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it Enviously and Maliciously pries into his Actions, and puts the worst Interpretations upon them that they can bear, that he may have a pretence to disparage him.
it Enviously and Maliciously pries into his Actions, and puts the worst Interpretations upon them that they can bear, that he may have a pretence to disparage him.
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Pride is mightily delighted in Slander, and Detraction, is pleased with whatever lessens his Neighbour, it rejoyces to see what may do so;
Pride is mightily delighted in Slander, and Detraction, is pleased with whatever lessens his Neighbour, it rejoices to see what may do so;
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and may the more fatally and effectually slander and disparage him.
and may the more fatally and effectually slander and disparage him.
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And sometimes he doth treacherously make shew of a willingness to Praise a Man, that he may be thought the more sincere in what he says,
And sometime he does treacherously make show of a willingness to Praise a Man, that he may be Thought the more sincere in what he Says,
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If he Praises another, he will mingle with his Praise some spiteful Detraction and Disparagement if he can possibly do it:
If he Praises Another, he will mingle with his Praise Some spiteful Detraction and Disparagement if he can possibly do it:
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and he shall thereby procure the greater Praise and Esteem to himself:
and he shall thereby procure the greater Praise and Esteem to himself:
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or if he Praises another for any thing, 'tis because he thinks the same Excellency is much greater in himself,
or if he Praises Another for any thing, it's Because he thinks the same Excellency is much greater in himself,
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And for want of this it thinks and talks boldly of his Nature and his Works, it freely censures his Actions,
And for want of this it thinks and talks boldly of his Nature and his Works, it freely censures his Actions,
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and calls them to an account at the Bar of weak and humane Reason.
and calls them to an account At the Bar of weak and humane Reason.
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It will not allow the infinite God to be incomprehensible to our finite Minds, nor that his thoughts are not as our thoughts,
It will not allow the infinite God to be incomprehensible to our finite Minds, nor that his thoughts Are not as our thoughts,
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or his ways as our ways, but vastly above them.
or his ways as our ways, but vastly above them.
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It Cavils at Truths that ought to be adored, and will not receive them tho' they be never so plainly reveal'd,
It Cavils At Truths that ought to be adored, and will not receive them though they be never so plainly revealed,
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or if he joyns in his Commendation 'tis very coldly;
or if he joins in his Commendation it's very coldly;
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unless his own shallow Reason could comprehend them:
unless his own shallow Reason could comprehend them:
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He treats Mysteries in his Thoughts and Discourse as vulgar Mistakes, and the great God as a common Being.
He treats Mysteres in his Thoughts and Discourse as Vulgar Mistakes, and the great God as a Common Being.
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Want of Reverence to God makes this Vice despise all that is Sacred, and treat Persons, Times,
Want of reverence to God makes this Vice despise all that is Sacred, and Treat Persons, Times,
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or Things that belong to him, but as common ones: It comes to the worship of God carelesly and unprepar'd;
or Things that belong to him, but as Common ones: It comes to the worship of God carelessly and unprepared;
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and behaves it self there after a common irreverent manner.
and behaves it self there After a Common irreverent manner.
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From this Vice it is, that Men so familiarly mention the Name of God in their common Discourse,
From this Vice it is, that Men so familiarly mention the Name of God in their Common Discourse,
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and do so frequently swear by him.
and do so frequently swear by him.
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Tho' every Man that is guilty of Pride does not commonly swear, yet is every common Swearer excessively proud:
Though every Man that is guilty of Pride does not commonly swear, yet is every Common Swearer excessively proud:
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He seeks to honour himself at the cost of God's Honour by his Oaths, when he calls God to avouch every thing that he tho' never so carelesly utters.
He seeks to honour himself At the cost of God's Honour by his Oaths, when he calls God to avouch every thing that he though never so carelessly utters.
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This is a pretence to be as true, and as infallible in all he says,
This is a pretence to be as true, and as infallible in all he Says,
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as God is, and makes the Holy Glorious God as it were a Partner and Abettor to all the Falshoods and Follies of our Discourse.
as God is, and makes the Holy Glorious God as it were a Partner and Abettor to all the Falsehoods and Follies of our Discourse.
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If a Man swears only in his Passion, this does not alter the Case but for the worse, in that he appeals to him to justifie what he says and does,
If a Man swears only in his Passion, this does not altar the Case but for the Worse, in that he appeals to him to justify what he Says and does,
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when he speaks and acts most rashly, and perhaps hardly knows himself what he says and does.
when he speaks and acts most rashly, and perhaps hardly knows himself what he Says and does.
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All this is rude and familiar and irreverent Behaviour towards God.
All this is rude and familiar and irreverent Behaviour towards God.
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2. This Vice neglects or refuses to pay a due Thankfulness to God for the Benefits receiv'd from him.
2. This Vice neglects or refuses to pay a due Thankfulness to God for the Benefits received from him.
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Pride will not suffer a Man to acknowledge he has receiv'd the good things which he has from God:
Pride will not suffer a Man to acknowledge he has received the good things which he has from God:
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He ascribes what he has acquired to his own Wit, or Industry; admires himself for what he is proud of as due to himself:
He ascribes what he has acquired to his own Wit, or Industry; admires himself for what he is proud of as due to himself:
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So the haughty Nebuchadnezzar applauded himself for his Greatness, Is not this great Babylon (says he) that I have built for the House of the Kingdom by the might of my Power,
So the haughty Nebuchadnezzar applauded himself for his Greatness, Is not this great Babylon (Says he) that I have built for the House of the Kingdom by the might of my Power,
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and for the Honour of my Majesty? Dan. 4.30.
and for the Honour of my Majesty? Dan. 4.30.
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If he does own that he has receiv'd any thing from God, he thinks 'tis due to his great Merit and Deserts;
If he does own that he has received any thing from God, he thinks it's due to his great Merit and Deserts;
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and in both these Cases is defective in Thankfulness to Almighty God.
and in both these Cases is defective in Thankfulness to Almighty God.
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If he has any measure of any good Qualifications he forgets that these are the Gifts of God;
If he has any measure of any good Qualifications he forgets that these Are the Gifts of God;
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he values himself highly for them, and thinks that God should value him highly too;
he value's himself highly for them, and thinks that God should valve him highly too;
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he reckons he ought to be the Darling of Providence, and that all things shoul'd be order'd to suit his Interest or Humour.
he reckons he ought to be the Darling of Providence, and that all things should be ordered to suit his Interest or Humour.
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The better he thinks himself, the greater are his Expectations still from God: And he does not consider his Gifts and Abilities as Obligations upon himself;
The better he thinks himself, the greater Are his Expectations still from God: And he does not Consider his Gifts and Abilities as Obligations upon himself;
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he forgets that the more he has of these, the more he is in debt to the Giver of them,
he forgets that the more he has of these, the more he is in debt to the Giver of them,
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and that, not God owes the more to him, but, he owes so much the more to God.
and that, not God owes the more to him, but, he owes so much the more to God.
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Again, if he does any good or commendable Actions, he forgets that he does but his Duty, that he has but in some part discharg'd his Debts and Obligations to God;
Again, if he does any good or commendable Actions, he forgets that he does but his Duty, that he has but in Some part discharged his Debts and Obligations to God;
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that he has reason to be thankful to him, for giving him the Honour of such Service,
that he has reason to be thankful to him, for giving him the Honour of such Service,
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for the Will to endeavour, the Power to perform, and the lucky Season and Opportunity that gave Beauty to his Actions.
for the Will to endeavour, the Power to perform, and the lucky Season and Opportunity that gave Beauty to his Actions.
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A humble Man will acknowledge the Providence of God in all the good and laudable Service he does,
A humble Man will acknowledge the Providence of God in all the good and laudable Service he does,
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but the proud Man leaves God out of his thoughts to applaud and admire himself. 3. Pride in our Carriage towards God refuses that Submission and Resignation to his Laws,
but the proud Man leaves God out of his thoughts to applaud and admire himself. 3. Pride in our Carriage towards God refuses that Submission and Resignation to his Laws,
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and the Dispensations of his Providence, which we ought to pay.
and the Dispensations of his Providence, which we ought to pay.
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It is as loath to submit our Wills to what he has commanded us to do,
It is as loath to submit our Wills to what he has commanded us to do,
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as our Understandings to what he has reveal'd of himself, and requires us to believe.
as our Understandings to what he has revealed of himself, and requires us to believe.
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This puts Men upon cavilling against their Duty too, and makes them dispute when they should obey,
This puts Men upon caviling against their Duty too, and makes them dispute when they should obey,
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and hard to be convinced, because they are unwilling to submit.
and hard to be convinced, Because they Are unwilling to submit.
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The proud Man if he does obey the Commands of God, does it not from a Principle of Obedience and Submission,
The proud Man if he does obey the Commands of God, does it not from a Principle of obedience and Submission,
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but that he may gain the Honour of being religious and good:
but that he may gain the Honour of being religious and good:
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And in the Practice of Religion he chuses and values chiefly those Duties which are most plausible and most honour'd among Men.
And in the Practice of Religion he chooses and value's chiefly those Duties which Are most plausible and most honoured among Men.
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Now to God the Father, Son and Holy Ghost be all Honour and Glory World without end. Amen.
Now to God the Father, Son and Holy Ghost be all Honour and Glory World without end. Amen.
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and God Grant we may have a right understanding in all things conducing to our Salvation.
and God Grant we may have a right understanding in all things conducing to our Salvation.
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Let us consider what has been said at present, and examine our selves by that the while;
Let us Consider what has been said At present, and examine our selves by that the while;
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This is all that can be done towards the cure of this Sin, till an opportunity shall-serve to insist upon those Arguments which are useful to that Purpose.
This is all that can be done towards the cure of this since, till an opportunity shall-serve to insist upon those Arguments which Are useful to that Purpose.
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To discover therefore, and convince a Man that he is proud, is to give him somewhat to humble him:
To discover Therefore, and convince a Man that he is proud, is to give him somewhat to humble him:
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And Pride is as commonly accounted a Disparagement, and disown'd, as it is commonly entertain'd and practised.
And Pride is as commonly accounted a Disparagement, and disowned, as it is commonly entertained and practised.
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It will not let a Man see or acknowledge any thing that shall imply a Disparagement:
It will not let a Man see or acknowledge any thing that shall imply a Disparagement:
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and there is the more need so to do, because 'tis the peculiar Property of this Vice, that the more a Man has of it, the less he perceives or knows himself to have.
and there is the more need so to do, Because it's the peculiar Property of this Vice, that the more a Man has of it, the less he perceives or knows himself to have.
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I have so largely and particularly represented this Vice, that Men might the better know when they are Guilty of it;
I have so largely and particularly represented this Vice, that Men might the better know when they Are Guilty of it;
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before the Will of his Patron and Benefactour. It is now time to conclude this part of the Discourse:
before the Will of his Patron and Benefactor. It is now time to conclude this part of the Discourse:
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He shall be accounted ungrateful and disingenuous, if he ever regards any thing, even to the keeping of a good Conscience,
He shall be accounted ungrateful and disingenuous, if he ever regards any thing, even to the keeping of a good Conscience,
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requires abundance of Acknowledgment, and thinks to have him entirely at our own disposal.
requires abundance of Acknowledgment, and thinks to have him entirely At our own disposal.
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And if it does a small Kindness it expects a vast return; is apt to upbraid the oblig'd Person with what has been done for him;
And if it does a small Kindness it expects a vast return; is apt to upbraid the obliged Person with what has been done for him;
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Or needs a great deal of Importunity, waiting, and humble Address to be mov'd to it.
Or needs a great deal of Importunity, waiting, and humble Address to be moved to it.
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This Vice disdains to do Offices of Kindness to those that are Inferiour:
This Vice disdains to do Offices of Kindness to those that Are Inferior:
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and counterfeit Humility while he hates it, and seem to respect them in his Carriage, while in his heart he disdains them.
and counterfeit Humility while he hates it, and seem to respect them in his Carriage, while in his heart he disdains them.
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To advance himself by the Vote of the Multitude, a proud Man will Cringe to the meanest of them,
To advance himself by the Vote of the Multitude, a proud Man will Cringe to the Meanest of them,
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It makes a Man apt to despise others, and to give them mean and villifying Names when we despise them.
It makes a Man apt to despise Others, and to give them mean and vilifying Names when we despise them.
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and then they fall out with one another, and contend still for Superiority amongst themselves. 3. This Vice is exercised in the Disdain and Contempt of Inferiours.
and then they fallen out with one Another, and contend still for Superiority among themselves. 3. This Vice is exercised in the Disdain and Contempt of Inferiors.
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And thus •it comes to pass, that Factions can agree to Act against what is uppermost, till they have thrown that down;
And thus •it comes to pass, that Factions can agree to Act against what is uppermost, till they have thrown that down;
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For all that is in the World, the lust of the Flesh, the lust of the Eyes,
For all that is in the World, the lust of the Flesh, the lust of the Eyes,
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1 John 2.16.
1 John 2.16.
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He values the Praise of Men more than the Praise, or Favour of God, John 12.43.
He value's the Praise of Men more than the Praise, or Favour of God, John 12.43.
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He that is greedy of Honour, as well as he that is greedy of Gain, will commonly be guilty of any manner of ill Arts, that are likely to obtain the Dignity and Preferment he covets.
He that is greedy of Honour, as well as he that is greedy of Gain, will commonly be guilty of any manner of ill Arts, that Are likely to obtain the Dignity and Preferment he covets.
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So if there be any hopes to advance himself upon their Ruine, he will endeavour by any means to undermine and overthrow them.
So if there be any hope's to advance himself upon their Ruin, he will endeavour by any means to undermine and overthrow them.
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And as this Vice always makes a Man envy those that are above him:
And as this Vice always makes a Man envy those that Are above him:
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But if he has any Competitours for the Honour he seeks, he is usually very prodigal of his Detractions or Slanders against them.
But if he has any Competitors for the Honour he seeks, he is usually very prodigal of his Detractions or Slanders against them.
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Thus will he do when he seeks to rise by them.
Thus will he do when he seeks to rise by them.
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or the Great, according as he seeks to be esteem'd by the one or the other.
or the Great, according as he seeks to be esteemed by the one or the other.
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He will set himself to justifie, and comply with all the Madness and Wickedness of the Multitude,
He will Set himself to justify, and comply with all the Madness and Wickedness of the Multitude,
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and flatters others, that he may be flatter'd himself.
and flatters Others, that he may be flattered himself.
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because, to be sure he thinks he deserves it. He seeks to be esteem'd by others by professing, tho' falsly, the Esteem of them,
Because, to be sure he thinks he deserves it. He seeks to be esteemed by Others by professing, though falsely, the Esteem of them,
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and more earnestly seeks that than the Desert. He would have Men honour him, whether he deserves it or not;
and more earnestly seeks that than the Desert. He would have Men honour him, whither he deserves it or not;
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2. He seeks the Honour and Respect of others in undue Ways. He is, as was said, more fond of the Respect than the Desert of it,
2. He seeks the Honour and Respect of Others in undue Ways. He is, as was said, more found of the Respect than the Desert of it,
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Ambition like Covetousness has a sickly Thirst, which the more it is gratified still craves the more.
Ambition like Covetousness has a sickly Thirst, which the more it is gratified still craves the more.
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He will still think he deserves more than he has gain'd.
He will still think he deserves more than he has gained.
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and is never satisfied with the Respect and Honour which is given him: One degree of Advancement does but mount his Wishes to aspire to more:
and is never satisfied with the Respect and Honour which is given him: One degree of Advancement does but mount his Wishes to aspire to more:
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he would have more Honour than his Equals, or would be reckon'd equal or superiour to his Superiours,
he would have more Honour than his Equals, or would be reckoned equal or superior to his Superiors,
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but the preference of the World must be paid him;
but the preference of the World must be paid him;
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And it is not enough to him to be well reputed of, and in good Esteem,
And it is not enough to him to be well reputed of, and in good Esteem,
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A good Name will not content him, but he must have a great one; he must be esteem'd and honour'd by many, be cried up by the general Vogue:
A good Name will not content him, but he must have a great one; he must be esteemed and honoured by many, be cried up by the general Vogue:
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As he values himself above his own Worth, he would have others value him so too.
As he value's himself above his own Worth, he would have Others valve him so too.
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1. He desires to receive more Honour and Respect from others than is due to him.
1. He Desires to receive more Honour and Respect from Others than is due to him.
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And he transgresses in the Desire, and seeking respect and honour to be given to him by others in the following Instances.
And he Transgresses in the Desire, and seeking respect and honour to be given to him by Others in the following Instances.
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But the proud Man would have this whether he deserves it or not; and values the respect more than the true Worth that deserves it.
But the proud Man would have this whither he deserves it or not; and value's the respect more than the true Worth that deserves it.
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if we are spoken of at all, is what we may value; and indeed is what we ought to take all possible care to deserve:
if we Are spoken of At all, is what we may valve; and indeed is what we ought to take all possible care to deserve:
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To be well esteem'd of in the World, and to be spoken of for good and vertuous Actions,
To be well esteemed of in the World, and to be spoken of for good and virtuous Actions,
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And the wise Man justly prefers it before the Wealth of this World, as more profitable than that, Prov. 22.1. And in Eccles. 7.1. he prefers it before the gratefullest sensual Pleasure.
And the wise Man justly prefers it before the Wealth of this World, as more profitable than that, Curae 22.1. And in Eccles. 7.1. he prefers it before the gratefullest sensual Pleasure.
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A good Name and Repute among Men, and an Esteem in the World, is indeed a thing very desirable:
A good Name and Repute among Men, and an Esteem in the World, is indeed a thing very desirable:
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and exclaims most bitterly against the Age, as having no regard to Men of Worth:
and exclaims most bitterly against the Age, as having no regard to Men of Worth:
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and if he does not meet with this, then he utterly falls out with the World,
and if he does not meet with this, then he utterly falls out with the World,
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It cannot be contented with a Man's high Opinion and Valuation of himself, but requires that others should have such an one too;
It cannot be contented with a Man's high Opinion and Valuation of himself, but requires that Others should have such an one too;
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Pride inordinately seeks, and desires to receive Honour and Respect from others.
Pride inordinately seeks, and Desires to receive Honour and Respect from Others.
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and all this because we too much value and honour our selves. I proceed now to the second part of its Character mention'd, which was this:
and all this Because we too much valve and honour our selves. I proceed now to the second part of its Character mentioned, which was this:
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We require and exact too much Honour from others, and we give too little to them,
We require and exact too much Honour from Others, and we give too little to them,
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they all originally proceed from too great an Opinion of our selves.
they all originally proceed from too great an Opinion of our selves.
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And this we may observe is the Spring from whence all the rest of its Exercises flow;
And this we may observe is the Spring from whence all the rest of its Exercises flow;
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Thus much may suffice for the first part of the Character of this Vice:
Thus much may suffice for the First part of the Character of this Vice:
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and is ever learning, as he thinks, but never comes to the Knowledge of the Truth.
and is ever learning, as he thinks, but never comes to the Knowledge of the Truth.
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Like a Door on the Hinges, he still moves about the Center of his Pride and Vanity,
Like a Door on the Hinges, he still moves about the Centre of his Pride and Vanity,
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but is truly not at all the better for all his Inventions.
but is truly not At all the better for all his Inventions.
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And thus he will be always altering and changing, and proceeds as he thinks in Reformation and Improvement;
And thus he will be always altering and changing, and proceeds as he thinks in Reformation and Improvement;
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then, that he may still prefer himself, he seeks some new Singularity:
then, that he may still prefer himself, he seeks Some new Singularity:
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For if the proud Man can prevail with any others to conform to him in what he is now,
For if the proud Man can prevail with any Others to conform to him in what he is now,
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yet is this consistent with the Affectation of Singularity:
yet is this consistent with the Affectation of Singularity:
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And tho' 'tis natural and common to Pride, for a Man to be very earnest to impose his Opinions and Practices on others,
And though it's natural and Common to Pride, for a Man to be very earnest to impose his Opinions and Practices on Others,
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And if he can, by any device, make himself different from others, he thereupon immediately concludes, that he is wiser and better than they.
And if he can, by any device, make himself different from Others, he thereupon immediately concludes, that he is Wiser and better than they.
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is so far from liking a Custom, because 'tis Catholick, and has been used by the pious and devout Worshippers of all Ages, that he therefore dislikes it.
is so Far from liking a Custom, Because it's Catholic, and has been used by the pious and devout Worshippers of all Ages, that he Therefore dislikes it.
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he is mightily addicted to invent and take up some new uncommon Practice in Religion;
he is mightily addicted to invent and take up Some new uncommon Practice in Religion;
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Either he will have some singular Notion and Belief; or he will explain common Points of Belief in some uncommon and peculiar way:
Either he will have Some singular Notion and Belief; or he will explain Common Points of Belief in Some uncommon and peculiar Way:
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Very commonly does this excessive Opinion of a Man's self make him affect some Singularity or other.
Very commonly does this excessive Opinion of a Man's self make him affect Some Singularity or other.
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This humour affects to talk much, and is more ready to speak than to hear; and much of that Talk is also of the Man's own self.
This humour affects to talk much, and is more ready to speak than to hear; and much of that Talk is also of the Man's own self.
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and will not let a Man follow the best Advice that can be given, because it is not his own Advice.
and will not let a Man follow the best advice that can be given, Because it is not his own advice.
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It refuses Instruction, tho' never so necessary or useful, because 'tis suggested by another;
It refuses Instruction, though never so necessary or useful, Because it's suggested by Another;
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Humility is modest and teachable, but Pride conceited, and thinks it has no need to be instructed and learn.
Humility is modest and teachable, but Pride conceited, and thinks it has no need to be instructed and Learn.
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He thinks himself fit and capable to dictate, and be a Rule to others, but does utterly disdain to receive direction from any others.
He thinks himself fit and capable to dictate, and be a Rule to Others, but does utterly disdain to receive direction from any Others.
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And from this preference of himself, a Man is always very stiff and tenacious of his own Opinions and Practices:
And from this preference of himself, a Man is always very stiff and tenacious of his own Opinions and Practices:
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or even as this Publican, Luke 18.11.
or even as this Publican, Lycia 18.11.
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God I thank thee (says he) that I am not as other Men are, Extortioners, Unjust, Adulterers,
God I thank thee (Says he) that I am not as other Men Are, Extortioners, Unjust, Adulterers,
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and will despise the other Man's excellency in comparison to his own. This Pride the Pharisee mingled with his Devotion, and made it odious to God thereby:
and will despise the other Man's excellency in comparison to his own. This Pride the Pharisee mingled with his Devotion, and made it odious to God thereby:
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If he must acknowledge that another Man excels him in one thing, yet he flatters himself that he excels that Man in somewhat else,
If he must acknowledge that Another Man excels him in one thing, yet he flatters himself that he excels that Man in somewhat Else,
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or equals himself to those that are much his Superiours.
or equals himself to those that Are much his Superiors.
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He is mightily apt to compare himself with others, and always prefers himself to his Equals,
He is mightily apt to compare himself with Others, and always prefers himself to his Equals,
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Another Errour Pride is guilty of in the Opinion which it gives a Man of himself is, That it makes him excessively and unreasonably prefer himself before others.
another Error Pride is guilty of in the Opinion which it gives a Man of himself is, That it makes him excessively and unreasonably prefer himself before Others.
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he accounts his grossest Sins but light Infirmities, and common Miscarriages.
he accounts his Grossest Sins but Light Infirmities, and Common Miscarriages.
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The proud Man either thinks he has no Faults at all, or that they are all very small and pardonable ones;
The proud Man either thinks he has no Faults At all, or that they Are all very small and pardonable ones;
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and when he tells a lye, and deceives his Neighbour, he applauds himself and thinks he has outwitted him.
and when he tells a lie, and deceives his Neighbour, he applauds himself and thinks he has outwitted him.
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Falseness and Perfidiousness he accounts Discretion and Wisdom;
Falseness and Perfidiousness he accounts Discretion and Wisdom;
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Covetousness, he will have to be Thrift and Frugality; and when he is truly Prodigal, he will commend himself as only Generous, or Charitable;
Covetousness, he will have to be Thrift and Frugality; and when he is truly Prodigal, he will commend himself as only Generous, or Charitable;
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It shall go hard but he will justifie all his Faults, and find out specious Names to put upon them.
It shall go hard but he will justify all his Faults, and find out specious Names to put upon them.
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he is altogether impatient, and disdainful of Reproof; he will never be brought to acknowledge a real disparagement.
he is altogether impatient, and disdainful of Reproof; he will never be brought to acknowledge a real disparagement.
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and blind, and naked, Rev. 3.17. The proud Man cannot see his own Faults himself, nor will endure to have them shown him;
and blind, and naked, Rev. 3.17. The proud Man cannot see his own Faults himself, nor will endure to have them shown him;
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Such Persons are like the wretched Church of Loadicea, which said, she was rich and encreas'd in spiritual Goods, and had need of nothing, when she was indeed wretched, and miserable, and poor,
Such Persons Are like the wretched Church of Laodicea, which said, she was rich and increased in spiritual Goods, and had need of nothing, when she was indeed wretched, and miserable, and poor,
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or, if he has any small Degrees of such, he accounts them very great and eminent ones.
or, if he has any small Degrees of such, he accounts them very great and eminent ones.
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He either conceits himself possess'd with those excellent Qualifications, and good Properties, which he has nothing of;
He either conceits himself possessed with those excellent Qualifications, and good Properties, which he has nothing of;
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He very much entertains his Thoughts in admiring and magnifying himself, and is especially delighted with such Thoughts.
He very much entertains his Thoughts in admiring and magnifying himself, and is especially delighted with such Thoughts.
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The proud Man attributes to himself much more Excellency and Worth than he really has.
The proud Man attributes to himself much more Excellency and Worth than he really has.
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and rejoice in it when we have done so: But this Vice makes a Man's opinion of himself guilty of these following Errours.
and rejoice in it when we have done so: But this Vice makes a Man's opinion of himself guilty of these following Errors.
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And we are allow'd to enjoy the Applause and Encouragement of a good Conscience, to believe we have done well,
And we Are allowed to enjoy the Applause and Encouragement of a good Conscience, to believe we have done well,
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We are not bound to over-look the Gifts and Graces of God in us, nor to despise all that he has done for us.
We Are not bound to overlook the Gifts and Graces of God in us, nor to despise all that he has done for us.
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or else it cannot be a just one.
or Else it cannot be a just one.
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A just Esteem of our selves Humility allows, but it requires, that it be a mean one too,
A just Esteem of our selves Humility allows, but it requires, that it be a mean one too,
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but to think soberly according as God has dealt to every Man the measure of his Gifts.
but to think soberly according as God has dealt to every Man the measure of his Gifts.
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in exhorting Men, Not to think more highly of themselves than they ought to think,
in exhorting Men, Not to think more highly of themselves than they ought to think,
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it makes him give himself too much Honour. This is that part and exercise of it, which the Apostle forbids, Rom. 12.3.
it makes him give himself too much Honour. This is that part and exercise of it, which the Apostle forbids, Rom. 12.3.
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I shall insist a little upon each of these in Order. First, this Sin possesses a Man with an excessive Opinion and Esteem of himself;
I shall insist a little upon each of these in Order. First, this since Possesses a Man with an excessive Opinion and Esteem of himself;
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3. It is defective and negligent in giving to others the Respect and Honour which is due to them.
3. It is defective and negligent in giving to Others the Respect and Honour which is due to them.
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2. It does inordinately seek and desire to receive respect and esteem from others.
2. It does inordinately seek and desire to receive respect and esteem from Others.
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1. It does exercise it self in an excessive Opinion and Value of a Mans own self.
1. It does exercise it self in an excessive Opinion and Valve of a men own self.
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And I think the guilty Exercises of it may all be reduced under these three Heads, under which I shall particularly mention a great many of them.
And I think the guilty Exercises of it may all be reduced under these three Heads, under which I shall particularly mention a great many of them.
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I shall therefore represent how this inordinate Love and Desire of Esteem and Honour does usually exercise, and so discover it self.
I shall Therefore represent how this inordinate Love and Desire of Esteem and Honour does usually exercise, and so discover it self.
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This may suffice for a general Account of this Sin, but is not enough to discover it to us so throughly as it needs to be and we shall best know it by its Fruits:
This may suffice for a general Account of this since, but is not enough to discover it to us so thoroughly as it needs to be and we shall best know it by its Fruits:
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and lets it exercise it self without controul or limit.
and lets it exercise it self without control or limit.
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but Pride lets it grow, and only indulges, and seeks to gratifie, not to govern it,
but Pride lets it grow, and only indulges, and seeks to gratify, not to govern it,
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The Vertue of Humility moderates and restrains this desire, and keeps it within due Bounds and Limits;
The Virtue of Humility moderates and restrains this desire, and keeps it within due Bounds and Limits;
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So the Proud Man as such is excessively and unsatiably desirous of Honour and Esteem.
So the Proud Man as such is excessively and unsatiably desirous of Honour and Esteem.
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As the Voluptuous Man places his greatest Felicity in the Enjoyment of his sensual Pleasures, and the chief concern and desire of the Covetous Man, is to heap up wealth;
As the Voluptuous Man places his greatest Felicity in the Enjoyment of his sensual Pleasures, and the chief concern and desire of the Covetous Man, is to heap up wealth;
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To represent wherein it does consist, I think it may be sufficient to say, that it is properly an excessive and inordinate Love and Desire of Honour and Esteem.
To represent wherein it does consist, I think it may be sufficient to say, that it is properly an excessive and inordinate Love and Desire of Honour and Esteem.
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To shew wherein it does consist, and in what sort of Actions it is wont to exercise and betray it self.
To show wherein it does consist, and in what sort of Actions it is wont to exercise and betray it self.
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At present I shall endeavour to give the true Character and Description of this Sin of Pride:
At present I shall endeavour to give the true Character and Description of this since of Pride:
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as are proper to remedy and cure it.
as Are proper to remedy and cure it.
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To which purpose I shall largely insist upon these two parts of it. 1. To give the Character of this Sin of Pride. 2. To urge such Arguments and Considerations,
To which purpose I shall largely insist upon these two parts of it. 1. To give the Character of this since of Pride. 2. To urge such Arguments and Considerations,
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God grant this Discourse may be of some use towards this
God grant this Discourse may be of Some use towards this
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so that if this could be cur'd and remov'd out of the World, a great part of the Wickedness of the World would be cured and remov'd too.
so that if this could be cured and removed out of the World, a great part of the Wickedness of the World would be cured and removed too.
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And this is truely a very great part of the Sinfulness of every other Sin;
And this is truly a very great part of the Sinfulness of every other since;
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This Sin is indeed a great ingredient in every other Sin, and therefore must be as common as all other together:
This since is indeed a great ingredient in every other since, and Therefore must be as Common as all other together:
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and not at all abating its natural force in our decaying Age. This Vice we may see disparaging all Ranks and Conditions of Men.
and not At all abating its natural force in our decaying Age. This Vice we may see disparaging all Ranks and Conditions of Men.
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But in every Age Pride obtains a mighty force and power upon us, this we may see budding and bringing forth early Fruit in Infants,
But in every Age Pride obtains a mighty force and power upon us, this we may see budding and bringing forth early Fruit in Infants,
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Thus are we betray'd into Covetousness in old Age.
Thus Are we betrayed into Covetousness in old Age.
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or may be able to provide sufficiently for our selves without it, and so be in a Condition not to need it:
or may be able to provide sufficiently for our selves without it, and so be in a Condition not to need it:
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then we become extreamly tenacious of what we have, and desirous to encrease in wealth, that we may retain the regard of Men by this when we cannot do it by any thing else;
then we become extremely tenacious of what we have, and desirous to increase in wealth, that we may retain the regard of Men by this when we cannot do it by any thing Else;
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and when we find the regard of the World leaving us, and fixing upon younger Persons, who are growing to their Noon while we are declining to our Night;
and when we find the regard of the World leaving us, and fixing upon younger Persons, who Are growing to their Noon while we Are declining to our Night;
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When we grow old it is chiefly that we are overcome with Covetousness: After a long Observation of the great Esteem which wealth has among Men,
When we grow old it is chiefly that we Are overcome with Covetousness: After a long Observation of the great Esteem which wealth has among Men,
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and as we experience the Folly, and Emptiness of Pleasures, we come to despise and forsake them.
and as we experience the Folly, and Emptiness of Pleasures, we come to despise and forsake them.
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The Extravagancies of Voluptuousness do most usually disparage our Youth, and as our Judgment ripens,
The Extravagancies of Voluptuousness do most usually disparage our Youth, and as our Judgement ripens,
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and therefore there are none but may justly reckon themselves concern'd in a Discourse about it.
and Therefore there Are none but may justly reckon themselves concerned in a Discourse about it.
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I have already Discours'd upon the two former of the Sins mention'd here, and shall now confine my self to the last of them, The Pride of Life. A Sin which is perhaps the most common of all Sins,
I have already Discoursed upon the two former of the Sins mentioned Here, and shall now confine my self to the last of them, The Pride of Life. A since which is perhaps the most Common of all Sins,
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and so come to be cherisht and propagated among Men, by corrupt Education and bad Examples.
and so come to be cherished and propagated among Men, by corrupt Education and bad Examples.
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meaning these are not Dispositions wrought into our Nature by him that made us, but they arise from the Corruption and Pravity, which we have contracted,
meaning these Are not Dispositions wrought into our Nature by him that made us, but they arise from the Corruption and Pravity, which we have contracted,
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All these, he says, are not of the Father, but are of the World;
All these, he Says, Are not of the Father, but Are of the World;
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The Pride of Life, which means an excessive Affectation, and desire of Honour and Esteem among Men.
The Pride of Life, which means an excessive Affectation, and desire of Honour and Esteem among Men.
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The lust of the Eyes, that is, the greedy covetous Love of wealth:
The lust of the Eyes, that is, the greedy covetous Love of wealth:
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These are the lusts of the Flesh, by which he means the inordinate Love and Affection for sensual Pleasures:
These Are the Lustiest of the Flesh, by which he means the inordinate Love and Affection for sensual Pleasures:
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in serving one or other of which, the Men whose hearts are set on this present Life, do entirely employ and spend themselves.
in serving one or other of which, the Men whose hearts Are Set on this present Life, do entirely employ and spend themselves.
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And when he calls these, All that is in the World, he means these are the common reigning Vices among Men;
And when he calls these, All that is in the World, he means these Are the Common reigning Vices among Men;
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In these words he represents particularly, what are those three main Branches of it, in which it is wont to exert its Vigour, and produce its Fruits.
In these words he represents particularly, what Are those three main Branches of it, in which it is wont to exert its Vigour, and produce its Fruits.
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as that which is opposite to true Religion.
as that which is opposite to true Religion.
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and the Pride of Life, is not of the Father, but is of the World. THE Apostle had in the Verse next before this, forbidden the love of the World,
and the Pride of Life, is not of the Father, but is of the World. THE Apostle had in the Verse next before this, forbidden the love of the World,
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Very often shall Pride make a Man neglect the Duties of his own proper Sphere and Calling, to be busie in those which he thinks more honourable and of greater repute among Men:
Very often shall Pride make a Man neglect the Duties of his own proper Sphere and Calling, to be busy in those which he thinks more honourable and of greater repute among Men:
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And so in truth he does his own Will, not the Will of God;
And so in truth he does his own Will, not the Will of God;
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in chusing his Work and Employment he does not do his Duty, nor does he serve God so much as his own Pride. And further;
in choosing his Work and Employment he does not do his Duty, nor does he serve God so much as his own Pride. And further;
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if any sort of Duty be despised and cryed down by the World, that he will keep himself far from;
if any sort of Duty be despised and cried down by the World, that he will keep himself Far from;
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and will not be brought to hazard his own Esteem in the World, or to abase and humble himself, either for the Glory of God,
and will not be brought to hazard his own Esteem in the World, or to abase and humble himself, either for the Glory of God,
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or the good of his Neighbour. Further, the Pride of Man makes him also impatient under the Divine Chastisements and Afflictions;
or the good of his Neighbour. Further, the Pride of Man makes him also impatient under the Divine Chastisements and Afflictions;
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as he has high Conceits of his own Merits, he can hardly ever think them fully answer'd:
as he has high Conceits of his own Merits, he can hardly ever think them Fully answered:
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And thinks so well of himself, that he is ready to quarrel and murmur against the Providence of God,
And thinks so well of himself, that he is ready to quarrel and murmur against the Providence of God,
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if he be not humour'd and gratified in all things.
if he be not humoured and gratified in all things.
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As he can see none of his Faults, he can never think he deserves his Afflictions.
As he can see none of his Faults, he can never think he deserves his Afflictions.
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He accounts himself too good to meet with such Afflictions as are common to Men,
He accounts himself too good to meet with such Afflictions as Are Common to Men,
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and thinks he he should be exempted from the common lot, who is so much better than others.
and thinks he he should be exempted from the Common lot, who is so much better than Others.
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His course under Affliction is rather to expostulate with God than to examine himself;
His course under Affliction is rather to expostulate with God than to examine himself;
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and he will rather condemn God as dealing hardly with him, than himself as having deserv'd what he suffers.
and he will rather condemn God as dealing hardly with him, than himself as having deserved what he suffers.
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and these are very charming Properties in the Eyes of Men.
and these Are very charming Properties in the Eyes of Men.
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1 John 2.16.
1 John 2.16.
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For all that is in the World, the lust of the Flesh, the lust of the Eye,
For all that is in the World, the lust of the Flesh, the lust of the Eye,
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and the Pride of Life, is not of the Father, but is of the World.
and the Pride of Life, is not of the Father, but is of the World.
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IN these words the Apostle, by direction of the Holy Spirit, justly divides the Lovers of this World into three Sorts:
IN these words the Apostle, by direction of the Holy Spirit, justly divides the Lovers of this World into three Sorts:
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They inordinately love and follow either sensual Pleasures, or worldly Wealth, or Honour and Esteem:
They inordinately love and follow either sensual Pleasures, or worldly Wealth, or Honour and Esteem:
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These he also condemns in saying, That such Dispositions are not of the Father, but are of the World;
These he also condemns in saying, That such Dispositions Are not of the Father, but Are of the World;
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they proceed from the Corruption and Depravation of Humane Nature. That they do so, will evidently appear, if we fairly and impartially confider them;
they proceed from the Corruption and Depravation of Humane Nature. That they do so, will evidently appear, if we fairly and impartially confider them;
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for then we shall soon see how absurd and unreasonable these Vices are in their true Characters, and proper Actings:
for then we shall soon see how absurd and unreasonable these Vices Are in their true Characters, and proper Actings:
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And we may not doubt to conclude, that what is contrary to right Reason, if yet it proceeds from our selves, must needs proceed from a Depravation and Corruption of our Nature.
And we may not doubt to conclude, that what is contrary to right Reason, if yet it proceeds from our selves, must needs proceed from a Depravation and Corruption of our Nature.
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These things then we ought to avoid as the Defects, the Diseases, and Disparagements of our Nature;
These things then we ought to avoid as the Defects, the Diseases, and Disparagements of our Nature;
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and we should suffer our selves to be cur'd of them by the wise Rules and important Arguments against them, which our Religion affords us.
and we should suffer our selves to be cured of them by the wise Rules and important Arguments against them, which our Religion affords us.
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That which I am at present to Discourse upon, is the last of the Three.
That which I am At present to Discourse upon, is the last of the Three.
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The inordinate Love and Pursuit of Honour and Esteem, which the Apostle calls the Pride of Life. And having already represented the Character of this Sin, that which remains of the Discourse, is to propose such Arguments and Considerations,
The inordinate Love and Pursuit of Honour and Esteem, which the Apostle calls the Pride of Life. And having already represented the Character of this since, that which remains of the Discourse, is to propose such Arguments and Considerations,
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as are fit to remedy and cure it.
as Are fit to remedy and cure it.
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Indeed, Men do commonly condemn this Sin, it is odious to every one, yet it is not a needless task to urge Arguments against it;
Indeed, Men do commonly condemn this since, it is odious to every one, yet it is not a needless task to urge Arguments against it;
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Because, tho' they commonly condemn, yet they commonly practice it too; and the reason of this is, because 'tis out of Pride, that Men condemn Pride,
Because, though they commonly condemn, yet they commonly practice it too; and the reason of this is, Because it's out of Pride, that Men condemn Pride,
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even the proud Man hates to see another proud. Men condemn it in others, but entertain and practice it in themselves.
even the proud Man hates to see Another proud. Men condemn it in Others, but entertain and practice it in themselves.
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I shall repeat the Summ of what has been said, in giving the Character of this Vice,
I shall repeat the Sum of what has been said, in giving the Character of this Vice,
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because it will direct and help us in the Application of the Arguments that shall be urg'd against it:
Because it will Direct and help us in the Application of the Arguments that shall be urged against it:
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And you may remember it has been said, Pride consists in an inordinate Love and Desire of Honour and Esteem:
And you may Remember it has been said, Pride consists in an inordinate Love and Desire of Honour and Esteem:
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And it exercises and discovers it self chiefly in these three things: 1. In an excessive Valuation and Esteem of our own selves. 2. In exacting and requiring to receive Honour and Esteem from others unduly. 3. In neglecting and refusing to give that Respect and Honour to others, which is due to them:
And it exercises and discovers it self chiefly in these three things: 1. In an excessive Valuation and Esteem of our own selves. 2. In exacting and requiring to receive Honour and Esteem from Others unduly. 3. In neglecting and refusing to give that Respect and Honour to Others, which is due to them:
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And this Exercise of it regards both God and Man; for this Vice denies to both that Honour and Respect which we ought to pay.
And this Exercise of it regards both God and Man; for this Vice Denies to both that Honour and Respect which we ought to pay.
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Now to put the Arguments against this Vice into some Method, and to urge them with the more Advantage, I shall first propose such Considerations as do especially serve to make us humble in our Behaviour towards God.
Now to put the Arguments against this Vice into Some Method, and to urge them with the more Advantage, I shall First propose such Considerations as doe especially serve to make us humble in our Behaviour towards God.
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Secondly, I shall insist upon those which are especially proper to check and cure the Exercises of Pride towards Men.
Secondly, I shall insist upon those which Are especially proper to check and cure the Exercises of Pride towards Men.
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Thirdly, I shall insist upon a general Argument, which will be applicable against the Exercises of this Vice, both in a high Opinion of our selves,
Thirdly, I shall insist upon a general Argument, which will be applicable against the Exercises of this Vice, both in a high Opinion of our selves,
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and also in our Behaviour towards God and Man; and shall particularly apply and urge it against each of them.
and also in our Behaviour towards God and Man; and shall particularly apply and urge it against each of them.
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In the first place, let us see what Consierations may be proposed to prevent all Pride in our Behaviour towards God:
In the First place, let us see what Consierations may be proposed to prevent all Pride in our Behaviour towards God:
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And to that purpose these things will be of use, if they be well consider'd.
And to that purpose these things will be of use, if they be well considered.
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1. We should seriously meditate and consider the wonderful and glorious Greatness of God compar'd with our Littleness or Meanness.
1. We should seriously meditate and Consider the wondered and glorious Greatness of God compared with our Littleness or Meanness.
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It is the common Errour of Pride, that it never cares to consider any thing, that is above a Man;
It is the Common Error of Pride, that it never Cares to Consider any thing, that is above a Man;
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but loves to be looking rather on what is, or is thought to be below him.
but loves to be looking rather on what is, or is Thought to be below him.
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To consider, then, the infinite and glorious Greatness of God, will be a very proper Means to check and abate it.
To Consider, then, the infinite and glorious Greatness of God, will be a very proper Means to check and abate it.
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When we deliberately view his amazing Glories, they cannot chuse but dazle and confound us, so as we must needs look upon our selves with Shame and Contempt;
When we deliberately view his amazing Glories, they cannot choose but dazzle and confound us, so as we must needs look upon our selves with Shame and Contempt;
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so as that we cannot possibly fancy there is any thing great or considerable in our selves:
so as that we cannot possibly fancy there is any thing great or considerable in our selves:
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And this too will dispose us to reverence the Great God as we ought to do.
And this too will dispose us to Reverence the Great God as we ought to do.
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Let us consider then, that God is from Everlasting to Everlasting;
Let us Consider then, that God is from Everlasting to Everlasting;
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His Duration is without Beginning or End. In a boundless Eternity has he ever enjoy'd himself sufficient to himself and his own Happiness:
His Duration is without Beginning or End. In a boundless Eternity has he ever enjoyed himself sufficient to himself and his own Happiness:
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And he continues always without variableness or shadow of Change.
And he continues always without variableness or shadow of Change.
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But on the other side, we must own our selves to be of a very late Original:
But on the other side, we must own our selves to be of a very late Original:
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which is elegantly and very fitly express'd by Job, when he says, We are but of Yesterday, Job 8.9.
which is elegantly and very fitly expressed by Job, when he Says, We Are but of Yesterday, Job 8.9.
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And our Duration is transitory, our Being is mutable, as he also confesses in saying there, Our days on Earth are a shadow:
And our Duration is transitory, our Being is mutable, as he also Confesses in saying there, Our days on Earth Are a shadow:
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What proportion is there between Eternity, and all the time that this World has lasted:
What proportion is there between Eternity, and all the time that this World has lasted:
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This Earth has endur'd, and this Sun has shone almost six Thousand years, but this is nothing to the Duration of the Eternal God, who had his Being Eternally,
This Earth has endured, and this Sun has shone almost six Thousand Years, but this is nothing to the Duration of the Eternal God, who had his Being Eternally,
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before the Mountains were brought forth, or ever the Earth and the World were form'd:
before the Mountains were brought forth, or ever the Earth and the World were formed:
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Well may we say then of our short Duration, Our Age is as nothing in respect of him, as the Psalmist humbly confesses, Psal. 39.5. Let us consider, the Great God an Infinite Being, that in Him all Fulness of Excellency and Perfection dwells.
Well may we say then of our short Duration, Our Age is as nothing in respect of him, as the Psalmist humbly Confesses, Psalm 39.5. Let us Consider, the Great God an Infinite Being, that in Him all Fullness of Excellency and Perfection dwells.
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All that which is divided among the Creatures is united in him; and he has infinitely more than all they together.
All that which is divided among the Creatures is united in him; and he has infinitely more than all they together.
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We indeed, do in the whole excell perhaps the other Creatures of this visible World, but yet in some particulars many of them excell us:
We indeed, do in the Whole excel perhaps the other Creatures of this visible World, but yet in Some particulars many of them excel us:
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Our Worth and Excellency, we plainly see, is confin'd within very narrow Limits, but his has no Limits at all.
Our Worth and Excellency, we plainly see, is confined within very narrow Limits, but his has no Limits At all.
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We find our selves confin'd to a particular Place and Sphere; when we are here, we cannot be in another Place;
We find our selves confined to a particular Place and Sphere; when we Are Here, we cannot be in Another Place;
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and tho' we may have some kind of influence where we are not present, yet our Sphere of Activity,
and though we may have Some kind of influence where we Are not present, yet our Sphere of Activity,
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and the reach of our Influence is very narrow and small: Not fit to be compar'd, certainly, with the Divine Immensity;
and the reach of our Influence is very narrow and small: Not fit to be compared, Certainly, with the Divine Immensity;
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with Him who fills Heaven and Earth, whose Influence upholds and works in all things, and whom the Heaven of Heavens cannot contain.
with Him who fills Heaven and Earth, whose Influence upholds and works in all things, and whom the Heaven of Heavens cannot contain.
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What is any Man's Dignity and Authority compar'd with that of the Great God, who is Sovereign of all things, Lord of Heaven and Earth!
What is any Man's Dignity and authority compared with that of the Great God, who is Sovereign of all things, Lord of Heaven and Earth!
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whom innumerable Hosts of mighty Angels obey:
whom innumerable Hosts of mighty Angels obey:
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At whose direction the Stars keep their Courses, the Winds blow, the Clouds drop their Showers,
At whose direction the Stars keep their Courses, the Winds blow, the Clouds drop their Showers,
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and the Sea lifts up or depresses its boisterous Waves.
and the Sea lifts up or depresses its boisterous Waves.
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He has the hearts of all Men in his Hand, and turns them which way soever he pleases;
He has the hearts of all Men in his Hand, and turns them which Way soever he Pleases;
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he disposes and bends their stubborn Wills and Inclinations, and over-rules all their Actions as He will;
he disposes and bends their stubborn Wills and Inclinations, and overrules all their Actions as He will;
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He is King of Kings, and Lord of Lords, and reigns over all the Nations of the Earth,
He is King of Kings, and Lord of lords, and reigns over all the nations of the Earth,
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and disposes of Thrones and Kingdoms at his Pleasure.
and disposes of Thrones and Kingdoms At his Pleasure.
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What Wealth can be compar'd to his who is Universal Proprietour, and Owner of all things!
What Wealth can be compared to his who is Universal Proprietor, and Owner of all things!
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who says of himself, The World is mine, and the fulness thereof. What is our Wisdom and Knowledge, but mere Ignorance and Folly, if compar'd with his:
who Says of himself, The World is mine, and the fullness thereof. What is our Wisdom and Knowledge, but mere Ignorance and Folly, if compared with his:
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He knows all things, we know nothing, as Job says, Job 8.9.
He knows all things, we know nothing, as Job Says, Job 8.9.
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And how often do we find our Wisdom at a loss, and committing fatal Errours, fool'd and frustrated by his Infinite Wisdom;
And how often do we find our Wisdom At a loss, and committing fatal Errors, fooled and frustrated by his Infinite Wisdom;
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but his can never be overcome, and is never mistaken. How great is his Power which made all things of nothing!
but his can never be overcome, and is never mistaken. How great is his Power which made all things of nothing!
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which moves the vast Lights in the Heavens! and probably the heavy Earth we dwell upon!
which moves the vast Lights in the Heavens! and probably the heavy Earth we dwell upon!
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which upholds all things, and governs the Actions of all Creatures, to the producing such Events at all times as he pleases!
which upholds all things, and governs the Actions of all Creatures, to the producing such Events At all times as he Pleases!
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It were to undertake an endless Task, to attempt a full Representation of the Excellency of an Infinite Being.
It were to undertake an endless Task, to attempt a full Representation of the Excellency of an Infinite Being.
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Here is room for the Eternal Exercise of our Meditations;
Here is room for the Eternal Exercise of our Meditations;
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and we should often seriously meditate on the Incomprehensible and Unmeasurable Greatness of God, to make us behave our selves with all Humility towards him.
and we should often seriously meditate on the Incomprehensible and Unmeasurable Greatness of God, to make us behave our selves with all Humility towards him.
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2. To this purpose also we may consider, that we have all that we are, and that we have from him.
2. To this purpose also we may Consider, that we have all that we Are, and that we have from him.
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We are, in all that is natural to us, and in all that we have acquired and gotten, derived from Him.
We Are, in all that is natural to us, and in all that we have acquired and got, derived from Him.
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Our Excellency then is all borrow'd, and we are beholden to him for it:
Our Excellency then is all borrowed, and we Are beholden to him for it:
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should we then lift up our selves against him, upon the Account of any thing we have,
should we then lift up our selves against him, upon the Account of any thing we have,
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when we have it from him? Can we think it due that he should mightily value us for what we are,
when we have it from him? Can we think it due that he should mightily valve us for what we Are,
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when he gave it us all? Can we oblige him, or merit any thing from him, who act with the Powers and Accomplishments which he has given us? If we have receiv'd all that we have from God, we must use all as he pleases to direct,
when he gave it us all? Can we oblige him, or merit any thing from him, who act with the Powers and Accomplishments which he has given us? If we have received all that we have from God, we must use all as he Pleases to Direct,
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and must be accountable to him how we use it all. Certainly, nothing we have can render us above his disposal.
and must be accountable to him how we use it all. Certainly, nothing we have can render us above his disposal.
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How little account should we make of our selves, who can justly ascribe to our selves nothing that we have? Who appear to derive all from another Being, in that we cannot get what we would,
How little account should we make of our selves, who can justly ascribe to our selves nothing that we have? Who appear to derive all from Another Being, in that we cannot get what we would,
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nor keep what we have at our own Pleasure? Especially then is it unreasonable that we should set up our selves against him on whom we depend.
nor keep what we have At our own Pleasure? Especially then is it unreasonable that we should Set up our selves against him on whom we depend.
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Shall the Clay say to him that fashioneth it, what makest thou, says the Prophet Isa. 45.9. Intimating the unfitness of all our Contention, and Expostulation with our Maker.
Shall the Clay say to him that fashioneth it, what Makest thou, Says the Prophet Isaiah 45.9. Intimating the unfitness of all our Contention, and Expostulation with our Maker.
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3. We ought to consider further, that we are all Sinners in the sight of God.
3. We ought to Consider further, that we Are all Sinners in the sighed of God.
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If we will duly consider the import and meaning of this, it must needs humble and abase us before him.
If we will duly Consider the import and meaning of this, it must needs humble and abase us before him.
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As sinners we have no good but what we are unworthy of, we have nothing but what we have abused, and so have forfeited.
As Sinners we have no good but what we Are unworthy of, we have nothing but what we have abused, and so have forfeited.
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We have, then, no right to any good, we cannot claim as due to us, that God should maintain and continue to us any thing we have,
We have, then, no right to any good, we cannot claim as due to us, that God should maintain and continue to us any thing we have,
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or bestow ought that we desire.
or bestow ought that we desire.
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We are never wrong'd in any Affliction, we suffer less evil than we have deserv'd while we live,
We Are never wronged in any Affliction, we suffer less evil than we have deserved while we live,
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while we are chastened and not destroy'd. We can have no ground then to murmur against God, for any of his Dispensations.
while we Are chastened and not destroyed. We can have no ground then to murmur against God, for any of his Dispensations.
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We should consider that to be sinners, is to be under the vilest Disparagement that can befall us;
We should Consider that to be Sinners, is to be under the Vilest Disparagement that can befall us;
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is to be among the worst of Beings, to be Rebells against the common Sovereign of the World, to be ungrateful to our greatest Benefactour;
is to be among the worst of Beings, to be Rebels against the Common Sovereign of the World, to be ungrateful to our greatest Benefactor;
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It speaks us unjust, and unlike to God in the worst manner that can be.
It speaks us unjust, and unlike to God in the worst manner that can be.
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This defiles and disparages all that we would be proud of, and value our selves for:
This defiles and disparages all that we would be proud of, and valve our selves for:
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And may justly cover us with Shame and Confusion, when ever we think on the Great, the Pure, and the Holy God.
And may justly cover us with Shame and Confusion, when ever we think on the Great, the Pure, and the Holy God.
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Let us consider, that to be sinners is to be vile, but to be proud together with this, is to be more vile,
Let us Consider, that to be Sinners is to be vile, but to be proud together with this, is to be more vile,
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and will sink us to the lowest Degree of Baseness.
and will sink us to the lowest Degree of Baseness.
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He then that most values himself under such a Disparagement as this, has of all Men the least reason to value himself.
He then that most value's himself under such a Disparagement as this, has of all Men the least reason to valve himself.
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Thus we may see, surely, that we have no reason to be proud, and exalt our selves against Almighty God.
Thus we may see, surely, that we have no reason to be proud, and exalt our selves against Almighty God.
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But when we are convinced of this still we are apt to think there is some ground for Pride towards Men:
But when we Are convinced of this still we Are apt to think there is Some ground for Pride towards Men:
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And if we must acknowledge we have no worth in respect of him, yet we will think we have a great deal in comparison to most Men;
And if we must acknowledge we have no worth in respect of him, yet we will think we have a great deal in comparison to most Men;
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and tho' we cannot pretend to much Merit from him, yet we think in many Cases we deserve much from them.
and though we cannot pretend to much Merit from him, yet we think in many Cases we deserve much from them.
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Now to take down this part of our Pride too, we may consider these following things.
Now to take down this part of our Pride too, we may Consider these following things.
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1. The common and mean Original of us all. That we have all one, and that one but a very contemptible Beginning.
1. The Common and mean Original of us all. That we have all one, and that one but a very contemptible Beginning.
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The Apostle truly says, God hath made of one Blood all Nations of Men for to dwell on all the Face of the Earth, Acts 17.26. Let us remember that the Creatour formed the first of us from the Dust of the Ground.
The Apostle truly Says, God hath made of one Blood all nations of Men for to dwell on all the Face of the Earth, Acts 17.26. Let us Remember that the Creator formed the First of us from the Dust of the Ground.
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If the Great God may be call'd our common Father, yet may the Earth be reckon'd as it were the Mother of us all.
If the Great God may be called our Common Father, yet may the Earth be reckoned as it were the Mother of us all.
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Let the Rich, the Beautiful, the Wise, the Noble consider they were formed from the poor, ignorant, homely and contemptible Dust, as well as others.
Let the Rich, the Beautiful, the Wise, the Noble Consider they were formed from the poor, ignorant, homely and contemptible Dust, as well as Others.
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We are all nearly related to the Earth we tread upon.
We Are all nearly related to the Earth we tread upon.
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And as we were raised from thence, we do depend upon it still for our Food and Sustenance:
And as we were raised from thence, we do depend upon it still for our Food and Sustenance:
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As Children we hang all of us upon the Breasts of our common Mother, and the King himself (says the Wise-man) is served from the Field, Eccles. 5.9. According to our mean Original, we have a very mean and poor Dependance;
As Children we hang all of us upon the Breasts of our Common Mother, and the King himself (Says the Wiseman) is served from the Field, Eccles. 5.9. According to our mean Original, we have a very mean and poor Dependence;
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We are beholden to the Earth for our Food, and dig from thence our brightest Ornaments;
We Are beholden to the Earth for our Food, and dig from thence our Brightest Ornament;
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we have many mean Necessities which send us a begging to poor and contemptible things for our comfort and support;
we have many mean Necessities which send us a begging to poor and contemptible things for our Comfort and support;
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and then sure we have no ground to account our selves very great.
and then sure we have no ground to account our selves very great.
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But let us consider further, the common Parents whom we all spring from, and it cannot chuse but abase us.
But let us Consider further, the Common Parents whom we all spring from, and it cannot choose but abase us.
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We are all the Off-spring of that wretched Pair, who suffer'd themselves to be easily cheated out of all their Happiness;
We Are all the Offspring of that wretched Pair, who suffered themselves to be Easily cheated out of all their Happiness;
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who drew upon themselves and all their Posterity the just Wrath of Almighty God, for the sake of a momentary and needless Gratification:
who drew upon themselves and all their Posterity the just Wrath of Almighty God, for the sake of a momentary and needless Gratification:
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who wanted no happiness, and yet foolishly desir'd more than they had; and to gain more than they had need of, lost all they had.
who wanted no happiness, and yet foolishly desired more than they had; and to gain more than they had need of, lost all they had.
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We are all of us the polluted miserable Off-spring of such Parents; and derive from them Pollution and a Curse:
We Are all of us the polluted miserable Offspring of such Parents; and derive from them Pollution and a Curse:
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We are Children of Wrath by Nature, and born to Woe and Sorrow:
We Are Children of Wrath by Nature, and born to Woe and Sorrow:
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To live a few complaining Days on Earth, and then be dissolv'd into Original Dust. These things may justly humble us.
To live a few complaining Days on Earth, and then be dissolved into Original Dust. These things may justly humble us.
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But Pride will be apt to say, tho' in these things all Men are equal, yet in others they may differ:
But Pride will be apt to say, though in these things all Men Are equal, yet in Others they may differ:
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And we all indeed sprung from the Earth, but tho' that bears all Trees alike,
And we all indeed sprung from the Earth, but though that bears all Trees alike,
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yet they mightily differ from one another, and some are tall and stately Cedars, some but very sorry Shrubs:
yet they mightily differ from one Another, and Some Are tall and stately Cedars, Some but very sorry Shrubs:
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and some are but a sort of unprofitable Burdens to the Earth, but others bear much Fruit. Let us consider,
and Some Are but a sort of unprofitable Burdens to the Earth, but Others bear much Fruit. Let us Consider,
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then, the differences which Men attain from one another:
then, the differences which Men attain from one Another:
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And if these are rightly understood, we shall still see there is no reason for Pride,
And if these Are rightly understood, we shall still see there is no reason for Pride,
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or a great preference of our selves upon any Account above our Neighbours.
or a great preference of our selves upon any Account above our Neighbours.
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2. Against this then we should consider in the next place, that some of the things wherein Men differ from one another, are such as add no real or personal Worth to him that possesses them:
2. Against this then we should Consider in the next place, that Some of the things wherein Men differ from one Another, Are such as add no real or personal Worth to him that Possesses them:
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And then if one Man has never so much more than another of such things, he may not be at all advanced above the other in real Excellency and Worth;
And then if one Man has never so much more than Another of such things, he may not be At all advanced above the other in real Excellency and Worth;
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and notwithstanding this, he that has least of such things, may be by far the Worthier Person.
and notwithstanding this, he that has least of such things, may be by Far the Worthier Person.
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The things of this sort are these two, Authority and Riches: Both these are external things to the Man that has them:
The things of this sort Are these two, authority and Riches: Both these Are external things to the Man that has them:
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They are not resident in our Nature, but like our Cloaths, may be put on or off.
They Are not resident in our Nature, but like our Clothes, may be put on or off.
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A man has little reason, then, to prefer himself above his Neighbour for these alone.
A man has little reason, then, to prefer himself above his Neighbour for these alone.
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Authority to govern and rule, or to instruct and bless, are awful, sacred and venerable things,
authority to govern and Rule, or to instruct and bless, Are awful, sacred and venerable things,
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because they are God's Ordinances, and represent him in the World: Yet these add no inward personal Worth to him that possesses either of them.
Because they Are God's Ordinances, and represent him in the World: Yet these add no inward personal Worth to him that Possesses either of them.
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The Prophet therefore says of one of them, that God in disposing the Authorities of the World, does sometimes give them to the basest of Men. And in such a Case,
The Prophet Therefore Says of one of them, that God in disposing the Authorities of the World, does sometime give them to the Basest of Men. And in such a Case,
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tho' his Authority it self deserves Reverence and Honour, yet his Person may deserve none:
though his authority it self deserves reverence and Honour, yet his Person may deserve none:
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And as the personal Faults of either King or Priest, do not really lessen the true Worth of their Authority,
And as the personal Faults of either King or Priest, do not really lessen the true Worth of their authority,
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so neither will their Authority give worth to their personal Faults;
so neither will their authority give worth to their personal Faults;
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but he who wants the Authority, and has the Wisdom, Piety and Vertue which they may want, is the better and the worthier Man:
but he who Wants the authority, and has the Wisdom, Piety and Virtue which they may want, is the better and the Worthier Man:
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This Solomon expresly says, Eccles. 4.13. Better is a poor and a wise Child, than an old and foolish King who will no more be admonished.
This Solomon expressly Says, Eccles. 4.13. Better is a poor and a wise Child, than an old and foolish King who will no more be admonished.
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Wealth is another thing wherein one Man may exceed another, and yet (as we may say) without excelling him.
Wealth is Another thing wherein one Man may exceed Another, and yet (as we may say) without excelling him.
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A man may be vastly rich, and make a great show with his Wealth;
A man may be vastly rich, and make a great show with his Wealth;
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he may cloath himself very fine, have a stately House, a large Retinue, and splendid Equipage:
he may cloth himself very fine, have a stately House, a large Retinue, and splendid Equipage:
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but in the midst of all this, he may have a vain giddy Mind too, uncapable of any consistent Thoughts,
but in the midst of all this, he may have a vain giddy Mind too, uncapable of any consistent Thoughts,
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and empty of all worthy Accomplishments, and he may be good for nothing. Perhaps he is enslav'd to Vice, and is mischievous to others, or to himself thereby.
and empty of all worthy Accomplishments, and he may be good for nothing. Perhaps he is enslaved to Vice, and is mischievous to Others, or to himself thereby.
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And what reason then has a Man to prefer himself before his Neighbours for his Wealth alone? The vertuous and good Man shall be more useful and profitable to the World, more acceptable with God, more happy in the Government of himself than He. Piety, Wisdom and Vertue are the greatest Excellencies of humane Nature;
And what reason then has a Man to prefer himself before his Neighbours for his Wealth alone? The virtuous and good Man shall be more useful and profitable to the World, more acceptable with God, more happy in the Government of himself than He. Piety, Wisdom and Virtue Are the greatest Excellencies of humane Nature;
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and then he is most excellent among Men, that has most of them, whatever his outward Condition is;
and then he is most excellent among Men, that has most of them, whatever his outward Condition is;
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therefore the Psalmist calls the Righteous the excellent of the Earth, and Solomon says, the Righteous is more excellent than his Neighbour, Prov. 12.26. It was therefore well said by another Wise-man ( Ecclus. 10.22.) whether Rich, Noble or Poor, their Glory is the Fear of the Lord.
Therefore the Psalmist calls the Righteous the excellent of the Earth, and Solomon Says, the Righteous is more excellent than his Neighbour, Curae 12.26. It was Therefore well said by Another Wiseman (Ecclus 10.22.) whither Rich, Noble or Poor, their Glory is the fear of the Lord.
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And if the Vanity of Riches be consider'd, and the little Use they are of to us in many important Necessities, it will appear a Man has little reason to be proud of them,
And if the Vanity of Riches be considered, and the little Use they Are of to us in many important Necessities, it will appear a Man has little reason to be proud of them,
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and that it is very just Advice which the Prophet gives concerning them, Jer. 9.23. Let not the rich Man glory in his Riches.
and that it is very just advice which the Prophet gives Concerning them, Jer. 9.23. Let not the rich Man glory in his Riches.
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It is personal and inward Worth which is most valuable;
It is personal and inward Worth which is most valuable;
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but yet in this we can have no good reason to be proud neither, or highly to value our selves above our Neighbours,
but yet in this we can have no good reason to be proud neither, or highly to valve our selves above our Neighbours,
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because of what may be added, in the third place against such Pride, and that is,
Because of what may be added, in the third place against such Pride, and that is,
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3. That in the things which do give us personal and inward Worth, there are no very great Differences among Men:
3. That in the things which do give us personal and inward Worth, there Are no very great Differences among Men:
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We cannot in these things vastly differ from one another, as we shall be forced to confess upon an impartial Consideration of the Particulars.
We cannot in these things vastly differ from one Another, as we shall be forced to confess upon an impartial Consideration of the Particulars.
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The things that speak a personal and real Worth in him that possesses them, are either the Goods of the Body,
The things that speak a personal and real Worth in him that Possesses them, Are either the Goods of the Body,
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or the Goods of the Mind. The Goods of the Body are Beauty and Strength;
or the Goods of the Mind. The Goods of the Body Are Beauty and Strength;
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let us consider the differences amongst us in these, and we shall find they cannot be great.
let us Consider the differences among us in these, and we shall find they cannot be great.
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The greatest Beauty any one has needs the Sun to shine upon it, and is but a dark thing unless the Light gives it Lustre.
The greatest Beauty any one has needs the Sun to shine upon it, and is but a dark thing unless the Light gives it Lustre.
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The best Shape and Proportion needs some Art and Endeavour to make the best of it.
The best Shape and Proportion needs Some Art and Endeavour to make the best of it.
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And as there is not perhaps a perfect Beauty to be found, which has no defect,
And as there is not perhaps a perfect Beauty to be found, which has no defect,
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so it may be there is none so deform'd, but has or may have something handsome:
so it may be there is none so deformed, but has or may have something handsome:
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obstinate Endeavour and Care may acquire a graceful Motion, which is a very powerful Part of Beauty;
obstinate Endeavour and Care may acquire a graceful Motion, which is a very powerful Part of Beauty;
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and all may put on Modesty, which has Charms where-ever it is.
and all may put on Modesty, which has Charms wherever it is.
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As for Strength, the greatest any of us have is but little, and then there can be no great difference in this between us.
As for Strength, the greatest any of us have is but little, and then there can be no great difference in this between us.
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How much more than we have some Beasts, who can run with that Load which would crush one of us to Death? If Meer Bodily strength,
How much more than we have Some Beasts, who can run with that Load which would crush one of us to Death? If Mere Bodily strength,
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then, could make a great difference, the stronger Beast should be the more excellent Creature. Besides, how easily, how soon is the greatest Strength overthrown!
then, could make a great difference, the Stronger Beast should be the more excellent Creature. Beside, how Easily, how soon is the greatest Strength overthrown!
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A Days sickness makes the strong Man a Burden to himself, and reduces him to such Weakness, that even a Child can afflict him.
A Days sickness makes the strong Man a Burden to himself, and reduces him to such Weakness, that even a Child can afflict him.
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Or suppose a Fly or an Hair in his Throat, a few drops of Drink gone the wrong way,
Or suppose a Fly or an Hair in his Throat, a few drops of Drink gone the wrong Way,
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or a thin Breath of Infectious Air suck'd in at his Nostrils;
or a thin Breath of Infectious Air sucked in At his Nostrils;
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and what then will his greatest Strength avail him? with so weak and contemptible an Instrument can Death overcome the strongest of us.
and what then will his greatest Strength avail him? with so weak and contemptible an Instrument can Death overcome the Strongest of us.
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It was very reasonable and just advice therefore, that of the Prophet, Let not the strong Man Glory in his strength, Jer. 9.23. The Goods of the Mind which also speak an inward and personal Worth, are either Ingehuity and Wit; or Wisdom and Learning; or Piety and Vertue:
It was very reasonable and just Advice Therefore, that of the Prophet, Let not the strong Man Glory in his strength, Jer. 9.23. The Goods of the Mind which also speak an inward and personal Worth, Are either Ingehuity and Wit; or Wisdom and Learning; or Piety and Virtue:
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But neither in these can there be any great Differences among Men.
But neither in these can there be any great Differences among Men.
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There are some Differences of Ingenuity and Wit, or natural Abilities and Capacity of the Mind in Men.
There Are Some Differences of Ingenuity and Wit, or natural Abilities and Capacity of the Mind in Men.
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Some have the Eye of the Mind clearer than others;
some have the Eye of the Mind clearer than Others;
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but the clearest Eye of the Mind as well as of the Body, and the sharpest sight of both is most tender too,
but the Clearest Eye of the Mind as well as of the Body, and the Sharpest sighed of both is most tender too,
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and most easily dazled with a very light and bright Object;
and most Easily dazzled with a very Light and bright Object;
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and we see none more confounded in their thoughts, than those that have the clearest Understandings many times are;
and we see none more confounded in their thoughts, than those that have the Clearest Understandings many times Are;
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when they will venture to be familiar with the Divine Imcomprehensible Glory.
when they will venture to be familiar with the Divine Incomprehensible Glory.
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Often do we see an Accident rouse the dullest Wit to an instande of great Sagacity,
Often do we see an Accident rouse the dullest Wit to an instande of great Sagacity,
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so as to equal even the most ingenuous Person, and often is the Wit foil'd even by the Fool. Some have their thoughts nimbler, and some stronger than others:
so as to equal even the most ingenuous Person, and often is the Wit foiled even by the Fool. some have their thoughts nimbler, and Some Stronger than Others:
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And they who have them very nimble and ready, have them usually subject to this disadvantage, that they are unconstant and unsteady too, not patient or capable of much Labour or Care:
And they who have them very nimble and ready, have them usually Subject to this disadvantage, that they Are unconstant and unsteady too, not patient or capable of much Labour or Care:
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And those who have their thoughts strongest and most steady and capable of Diligence have them also flowest,
And those who have their thoughts Strongest and most steady and capable of Diligence have them also flowest,
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and most unready, and needing frequent exciting and rouzing.
and most unready, and needing frequent exciting and Rousing.
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And these defects in every sort of Wit, keep Men usually much about a common level, and near an equality with one another;
And these defects in every sort of Wit, keep Men usually much about a Common level, and near an equality with one Another;
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so that there are but very few if any, perhaps one or two in an Age,
so that there Are but very few if any, perhaps one or two in an Age,
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and in some Ages none that can rise to any great or considerable degree of Wit and Abilities of Mind beyond others.
and in Some Ages none that can rise to any great or considerable degree of Wit and Abilities of Mind beyond Others.
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In Wisdom and Learning, those that have most cannot far exceed others. As for our greatest Wisdom how little, how short-sighted is it!
In Wisdom and Learning, those that have most cannot Far exceed Others. As for our greatest Wisdom how little, how shortsighted is it!
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How often has it occasion to say, alas, this I did not foresee! How often is it puzled and knows not what direction 'tis best to give us!
How often has it occasion to say, alas, this I did not foresee! How often is it puzzled and knows not what direction it's best to give us!
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How liable to err and mistake is the best of it!
How liable to err and mistake is the best of it!
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When there have never been greater Follies committed by Men, than those that have been committed by the wisest of Men!
When there have never been greater Follies committed by Men, than those that have been committed by the Wisest of Men!
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And 'tis the common Disparagement of our Wisdom, that we must be taught it by costly Experience:
And it's the Common Disparagement of our Wisdom, that we must be taught it by costly Experience:
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We usually smart for our Follies before we will be wise, and then sure have we little Reason to be proud of our Wisdom.
We usually smart for our Follies before we will be wise, and then sure have we little Reason to be proud of our Wisdom.
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As for our Learning, alas, how short and limited is that too! With much Toil and Labour we can gain but little Knowledge;
As for our Learning, alas, how short and limited is that too! With much Toil and Labour we can gain but little Knowledge;
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it is indeed a very precious thing, but we have not the Wit to value it till many years are over our Heads,
it is indeed a very precious thing, but we have not the Wit to valve it till many Years Are over our Heads,
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and we have squander'd away a great part of our time.
and we have squandered away a great part of our time.
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And when we have got the most of it we can, yet is the vast extensive object of Knowledge still stretch'd out far beyond our reach,
And when we have god the most of it we can, yet is the vast extensive Object of Knowledge still stretched out Far beyond our reach,
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and there is much more to be known than we do know. Our knowledge too like our sight, commonly confines it self on the outsides of things,
and there is much more to be known than we do know. Our knowledge too like our sighed, commonly confines it self on the outsides of things,
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and does not pierce or enter into the Nature and Substance of them.
and does not pierce or enter into the Nature and Substance of them.
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The unstudied Person, bred to Labour, and not at leisure for Learning, may yet know enough to lead him to the everlasting Happiness:
The unstudied Person, bred to Labour, and not At leisure for Learning, may yet know enough to led him to the everlasting Happiness:
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And what knowledge besides this can the most learned Man be acquainted with, that will be of any great value or use to him.
And what knowledge beside this can the most learned Man be acquainted with, that will be of any great valve or use to him.
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Everlasting Happiness is the one thing necessary, the only truly important Concern of Mankind, and he that knows how to gain that knows enough:
Everlasting Happiness is the one thing necessary, the only truly important Concern of Mankind, and he that knows how to gain that knows enough:
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Lastly, in Piety and Vertue too; How defective are the best of us. To be sure the best will think themselves very much so.
Lastly, in Piety and Virtue too; How defective Are the best of us. To be sure the best will think themselves very much so.
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If we would deliberately compare our selves to the Rule, we should all see great Defects in our selves.
If we would deliberately compare our selves to the Rule, we should all see great Defects in our selves.
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We perhaps compare our selves with those who notoriously neglect all Religion;
We perhaps compare our selves with those who notoriously neglect all Religion;
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or we put spiteful and envious Interpretations upon the Actions of our Neighbours, and call their good evil;
or we put spiteful and envious Interpretations upon the Actions of our Neighbours, and call their good evil;
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and by a partial Fondness for our selves we call our own evil Good: And thus we make a shift to account our selves better than they.
and by a partial Fondness for our selves we call our own evil Good: And thus we make a shift to account our selves better than they.
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But if we are fairly compar'd to the extensive and holy Rule, the Law of God, it will appear that in many things we all offend, and fall far short of what we ought to be:
But if we Are fairly compared to the extensive and holy Rule, the Law of God, it will appear that in many things we all offend, and fallen Far short of what we ought to be:
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So that none have any reason to be conceited of their Godliness, or to despise their Neighbour as less Holy than themselves.
So that none have any reason to be conceited of their Godliness, or to despise their Neighbour as less Holy than themselves.
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Certainly he that grows proud of either Wisdom or Goodness loses both:
Certainly he that grows proud of either Wisdom or goodness loses both:
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As the Pride of them encreases they decay, and he that has most Pride has least to be proud of.
As the Pride of them increases they decay, and he that has most Pride has least to be proud of.
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Our Saviour teaches us that the Publican, who had no good Actions or Vertues to boast of,
Our Saviour Teaches us that the Publican, who had no good Actions or Virtues to boast of,
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and therefore humbly confest his Vileness and said, Lord have mercy upon me a Sinner, was justified in the sight of God before the haughty Pharisee, who had been punctually just to God and Man,
and Therefore humbly confessed his Vileness and said, Lord have mercy upon me a Sinner, was justified in the sighed of God before the haughty Pharisee, who had been punctually just to God and Man,
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and Chaste, Abstemious and Sober in his Pleasures and Enjoyments;
and Chaste, Abstemious and Sobrium in his Pleasures and Enjoyments;
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but boasted and was proud of these things, and valued himself highly, and disdain'd the Publican for want of them.
but boasted and was proud of these things, and valued himself highly, and disdained the Publican for want of them.
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Thus I have finisht the Second sort of Arguments against Pride which I proposed to insist upon.
Thus I have finished the Second sort of Arguments against Pride which I proposed to insist upon.
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I shall now add another Argument which will be very sensible to that Self-Love, from whence our Pride arises.
I shall now add Another Argument which will be very sensible to that Self-Love, from whence our Pride arises.
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The general Argument is that which the wise Man urges for the Cure of this Vice,
The general Argument is that which the wise Man urges for the Cure of this Vice,
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when he says, Before Honour is Humility, Prov. 16.15.33.
when he Says, Before Honour is Humility, Curae 16.15.33.
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And a haughty Spirit before a fall, Prov. 18. Designing to teach us, that Humility is the surest way to obtain Honour and Esteem;
And a haughty Spirit before a fallen, Curae 18. Designing to teach us, that Humility is the Surest Way to obtain Honour and Esteem;
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and Pride certainly in its own Nature, tends to Disgrace and Shame.
and Pride Certainly in its own Nature, tends to Disgrace and Shame.
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It is the Nature of all Vice, and therefore also of Pride to fight even against it self,
It is the Nature of all Vice, and Therefore also of Pride to fight even against it self,
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and to lose and spoil the thing it is most desirous of; so the Voluptuous Man makes a very Drudgery, and even a Weariness of his Pleasures;
and to loose and spoil the thing it is most desirous of; so the Voluptuous Man makes a very Drudgery, and even a Weariness of his Pleasures;
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the Covetous Man has no use of his Riches;
the Covetous Man has no use of his Riches;
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and the Proud Man so pursues Honour and Esteem, as rather to drive it still from him than to overtake it.
and the Proud Man so pursues Honour and Esteem, as rather to drive it still from him than to overtake it.
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Now this general Argument is applicable against the Exercises of this Vice, both in our high Conceits of our selves,
Now this general Argument is applicable against the Exercises of this Vice, both in our high Conceits of our selves,
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and in our Carriage towards God and towards Men:
and in our Carriage towards God and towards Men:
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And I shall so apply and use it in the following particulars or branches of it, which will shew that Humility sets us in the best way, both to deserve and receive Honour and Esteem from our selves from God and from Men.
And I shall so apply and use it in the following particulars or branches of it, which will show that Humility sets us in the best Way, both to deserve and receive Honour and Esteem from our selves from God and from Men.
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1. An humble and modest Opinion of our selves is of great advantage and use towards the encreasing and promoting our inward real Worth;
1. an humble and modest Opinion of our selves is of great advantage and use towards the increasing and promoting our inward real Worth;
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but Pride is disadvantageous to this:
but Pride is disadvantageous to this:
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In a mean Opinion of our selves, we are in the likeliest way to be worthy of a good one:
In a mean Opinion of our selves, we Are in the likeliest Way to be worthy of a good one:
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And the less Honour we give our selves, 'tis likely the more we shall deserve.
And the less Honour we give our selves, it's likely the more we shall deserve.
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The humble Man has but a small opinion of the Degrees of his Vertue and Improvement,
The humble Man has but a small opinion of the Degrees of his Virtue and Improvement,
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and therefore does, as the Apostle speaks, forget those things which are behind, or already attain'd,
and Therefore does, as the Apostle speaks, forget those things which Are behind, or already attained,
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and presses forwards to what he still wants, and will be constantly and diligently endeavouring to encrease;
and presses forward to what he still Wants, and will be constantly and diligently endeavouring to increase;
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and this course is blest with encrease of Vertue.
and this course is blessed with increase of Virtue.
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But the proud Man being mightily conceited of what he has already attain'd, does not concern himself to Improve,
But the proud Man being mightily conceited of what he has already attained, does not concern himself to Improve,
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and perhaps he so neglects himself as to decline and fall from what he had attain'd.
and perhaps he so neglects himself as to decline and fallen from what he had attained.
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Humility lets a Man see his Errors and Defects himself, or renders him capable of having them shown to him by another,
Humility lets a Man see his Errors and Defects himself, or renders him capable of having them shown to him by Another,
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and so is he disposed to amend these: But Pride conceals such things from a Man's self, and will not endure the Instruction,
and so is he disposed to amend these: But Pride conceals such things from a Man's self, and will not endure the Instruction,
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and despises the reproof of others;
and despises the reproof of Others;
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so it hardens a Man in his Faults and Disparagements, and makes him retain, and it may be encrease in them.
so it hardens a Man in his Faults and Disparagements, and makes him retain, and it may be increase in them.
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2. An humble and modest Opinion of our selves and Behaviour towards Men tends to encrease our Favour and Esteem with them;
2. an humble and modest Opinion of our selves and Behaviour towards Men tends to increase our Favour and Esteem with them;
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but Pride opposes and destroys it.
but Pride opposes and Destroys it.
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A modest Opinion of our selves is very useful and serviceable towards a good and laudable Performance of what we undertake:
A modest Opinion of our selves is very useful and serviceable towards a good and laudable Performance of what we undertake:
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For this will make a Man sit down and consider, First, whether he is sufficient to accomplish,
For this will make a Man fit down and Consider, First, whither he is sufficient to accomplish,
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and so gives him a just Estimate of his Ability, and hinders him from undertaking what is beyond his Power;
and so gives him a just Estimate of his Ability, and hinders him from undertaking what is beyond his Power;
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but Pride is rash and forward, and from too great a Conceit of Ability makes a Man undertake what he is not able to perform,
but Pride is rash and forward, and from too great a Conceit of Ability makes a Man undertake what he is not able to perform,
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and so exposes him to Shame for his Folly. Again, in the prosecuting a design, Humility makes a Man careful, and diligent;
and so exposes him to Shame for his Folly. Again, in the prosecuting a Design, Humility makes a Man careful, and diligent;
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because he has but a mean Opinion of his Abilities, he reckons to make up the defects of them with circumspect Care, and obstinate Labour and Diligence;
Because he has but a mean Opinion of his Abilities, he reckons to make up the defects of them with circumspect Care, and obstinate Labour and Diligence;
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so he makes the best of his Ability by his industrious Application, and so he performs the better:
so he makes the best of his Ability by his Industria Application, and so he performs the better:
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But on the contrary a proud Man being highly conceited of his Ability takes less Care, is slight in his Endeavour and Application to what he does,
But on the contrary a proud Man being highly conceited of his Ability Takes less Care, is slight in his Endeavour and Application to what he does,
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and so he performs but meanly, and comes off with disgrace.
and so he performs but meanly, and comes off with disgrace.
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The proud Man carries himself boldly and confidently in his Business, and this imposes upon the weak and ignorant awhile,
The proud Man carries himself boldly and confidently in his Business, and this imposes upon the weak and ignorant awhile,
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and they it may be think he performs well.
and they it may be think he performs well.
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But such a confident Behaviour is like a lying tongue, which Solomon says, is but for a moment;
But such a confident Behaviour is like a lying tongue, which Solomon Says, is but for a moment;
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it makes a great blaze, but a short one:
it makes a great blaze, but a short one:
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The most Judicious see emptiness and little worth through it at first, and the multitude will see it after a little time.
The most Judicious see emptiness and little worth through it At First, and the multitude will see it After a little time.
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But that Modesty which more endeavours to have worth than to make shew of it,
But that Modesty which more endeavours to have worth than to make show of it,
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and to perform well more than to be thought to do so, shall give a Man in time the best and most lasting Reputation.
and to perform well more than to be Thought to do so, shall give a Man in time the best and most lasting Reputation.
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Further 'tis evident, that an humble Behaviour towards Men, does altogether tend to procure their Respect and Esteem.
Further it's evident, that an humble Behaviour towards Men, does altogether tend to procure their Respect and Esteem.
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He that always appears ready to give Respect to all, obliges them to give him Respect:
He that always appears ready to give Respect to all, obliges them to give him Respect:
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Honour is so dear a thing to us, that nothing can oblige us more than to give us that.
Honour is so dear a thing to us, that nothing can oblige us more than to give us that.
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And humility will condescend, will oblige and pay due Respects, and had rather pay more than less than is due;
And humility will condescend, will oblige and pay due Respects, and had rather pay more than less than is due;
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But Pride on the other side, is full of Disdain and Contempt, and so provokes Disdain.
But Pride on the other side, is full of Disdain and Contempt, and so provokes Disdain.
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It requires a great deal of Respect, but cares not to give any;
It requires a great deal of Respect, but Cares not to give any;
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and while it gives Honour and Esteem to none but a Man's own self, it shall find that none will Honour or Esteem him but himself.
and while it gives Honour and Esteem to none but a Man's own self, it shall find that none will Honour or Esteem him but himself.
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3. To have an humble Opinion of our selves, and walk humbly with God, tends to advance us in Favour and Esteem with him;
3. To have an humble Opinion of our selves, and walk humbly with God, tends to advance us in Favour and Esteem with him;
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but Pride on the contrary provokes and procures his great Displeasure and Contempt.
but Pride on the contrary provokes and procures his great Displeasure and Contempt.
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These things are so often both of them represented in Holy Scripture, that if we consult it but a little we cannot miss of seeing them there.
These things Are so often both of them represented in Holy Scripture, that if we consult it but a little we cannot miss of seeing them there.
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We are told a proud Look is among the things abominable to God, Prov. 6.17. That an high Look and a proud Heart is sin, that is, odious and displeasing to God, Prov. 21.4.
We Are told a proud Look is among the things abominable to God, Curae 6.17. That an high Look and a proud Heart is since, that is, odious and displeasing to God, Curae 21.4.
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And he discovers himself as well pleased with Humility in the many gracious Promises he has made to it.
And he discovers himself as well pleased with Humility in the many gracious Promises he has made to it.
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We may conclude very easily from the Nature of these, that the one must extreamly please, and the other offend him.
We may conclude very Easily from the Nature of these, that the one must extremely please, and the other offend him.
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We must expect then what is said, 1 Sam. 2.30. Them that honour him he will honour, but they that despise him shall be lightly esteemed;
We must expect then what is said, 1 Sam. 2.30. Them that honour him he will honour, but they that despise him shall be lightly esteemed;
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this was made good by his Providence upon the House of Eli, even at, and from the very time when it was said,
this was made good by his Providence upon the House of Eli, even At, and from the very time when it was said,
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as we may see by the History, we must expect as our Saviour says, That whosoever exalts himself shall be abased,
as we may see by the History, we must expect as our Saviour Says, That whosoever exalts himself shall be abased,
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but he that humbles himself shall be exalted. Matt. 23.12. In that threatning against Pride, says a devout Author (Lud. de Ponte) are Three grievous Punishments included:
but he that humbles himself shall be exalted. Matt. 23.12. In that threatening against Pride, Says a devout Author (Lud. de Ponte) Are Three grievous Punishments included:
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First, the proud Man shall not receive the Honour and Esteem of his worth which he desires. 2. He shall lose that worth which he valued himself for. 3. He shall fall into Contempt and Disgrace.
First, the proud Man shall not receive the Honour and Esteem of his worth which he Desires. 2. He shall loose that worth which he valued himself for. 3. He shall fallen into Contempt and Disgrace.
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But the humble Man shall continue and encrease in the worth he has, and receive the Honour due to it.
But the humble Man shall continue and increase in the worth he has, and receive the Honour due to it.
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Saint James says, God resists the Proud, but gives Grace to the humble, James 4.6. If we are sensible of our Defects, he will Pardon and heal them:
Saint James Says, God resists the Proud, but gives Grace to the humble, James 4.6. If we Are sensible of our Defects, he will Pardon and heal them:
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As the Apostle says, If we confess our sins he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins,
As the Apostle Says, If we confess our Sins he is faithful and just to forgive us our Sins,
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and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness:
and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness:
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But the proud Man that covers his Sins, that will not humbly own his Defects retains them, and the Guilt of them.
But the proud Man that covers his Sins, that will not humbly own his Defects retains them, and the Gilded of them.
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Therefore 'tis said, He that covereth his sins shall not prosper, but whoso confesses, and forsakes them shall find Mercy.
Therefore it's said, He that Covereth his Sins shall not prosper, but whoso Confesses, and forsakes them shall find Mercy.
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Thus we may see that to exercise Humility is the truest and surest way to obtain Honour from God and Man. If we seek Honour and Esteem justly and regularly, we shall obtain it:
Thus we may see that to exercise Humility is the Truest and Surest Way to obtain Honour from God and Man. If we seek Honour and Esteem justly and regularly, we shall obtain it:
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Religion crosses none of our natural Desires, but rather helps to obtain the just and due Gratifications of them.
Religion Crosses none of our natural Desires, but rather helps to obtain the just and due Gratifications of them.
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But if we seek this inordinately in the Exercises of Pride we shall miss of it.
But if we seek this inordinately in the Exercises of Pride we shall miss of it.
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So true it is what the wise Man says, Prov. 11.2. When Pride cometh then cometh Shame, but with the Lowly is Wisdom.
So true it is what the wise Man Says, Curae 11.2. When Pride comes then comes Shame, but with the Lowly is Wisdom.
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Pride seeks Honour and Esteem, and seeks so as to miss of it;
Pride seeks Honour and Esteem, and seeks so as to miss of it;
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Humility by a just Temper, between seeking and declining it governs a Man so as to gain it;
Humility by a just Temper, between seeking and declining it governs a Man so as to gain it;
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and this is the Wisdom of the one, and the Folly of the other. God grant we may all be so Wise, as to approve our selves to him,
and this is the Wisdom of the one, and the Folly of the other. God grant we may all be so Wise, as to approve our selves to him,
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and to gain at last the Salvation of our Souls through Jesus Christ:
and to gain At last the Salvation of our Souls through jesus christ:
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To whom with the Father, and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Praise world without end. Amen.
To whom with the Father, and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Praise world without end. Amen.
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for the sake of Jesus Christ.
for the sake of jesus christ.
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And that we may so pass through things Temporal, as not finally to lose the things Eternal;
And that we may so pass through things Temporal, as not finally to loose the things Eternal;
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God grant we may understand our true Happiness, and know the things that make for our Peace before they are hid from our Eyes:
God grant we may understand our true Happiness, and know the things that make for our Peace before they Are hid from our Eyes:
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and most worthy of our Care and Pursuit.
and most worthy of our Care and Pursuit.
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so 'tis certain that what he has so dearly purchas'd for us must needs be best,
so it's certain that what he has so dearly purchased for us must needs be best,
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As Jesus did thus condescend not to make us rich and great in this World, but to procure for us the Favour of God, and the Happiness of Heaven;
As jesus did thus condescend not to make us rich and great in this World, but to procure for us the Favour of God, and the Happiness of Heaven;
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But yet is this a Consideration worth insisting upon, as it may serve to convince us, that it is indeed our true Interest to despise this World, and seek the things above.
But yet is this a Consideration worth insisting upon, as it may serve to convince us, that it is indeed our true Interest to despise this World, and seek the things above.
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when we suffer our selves to be detain'd and diverted from pursuit of them, by the vain low things of this World? what greater Ingratitude could we be guilty of against him, who loved us so as to give himself for us? It may be expected indeed that if Love to our selves and our Interest will not cure our Worldliness, it is not likely that Gratitude or Love to the Redeemer will be able to do it.
when we suffer our selves to be detained and diverted from pursuit of them, by the vain low things of this World? what greater Ingratitude could we be guilty of against him, who loved us so as to give himself for us? It may be expected indeed that if Love to our selves and our Interest will not cure our Worldliness, it is not likely that Gratitude or Love to the Redeemer will be able to do it.
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when we see he thought them worth his precious Blood? do we not despise and affront his Love,
when we see he Thought them worth his precious Blood? do we not despise and affront his Love,
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And after all this, can it be fit for us to Mind Earthly Things? Does our Happiness lie in these, notwithstanding he has done so much to procure us better? shall we say we desire not any better things when they have cost him so dear? should we not put a high Value upon them,
And After all this, can it be fit for us to Mind Earthly Things? Does our Happiness lie in these, notwithstanding he has done so much to procure us better? shall we say we desire not any better things when they have cost him so dear? should we not put a high Valve upon them,
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and purchase for us the Favour of God, and the Happiness of Heaven!
and purchase for us the Favour of God, and the Happiness of Heaven!
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All this did this great and glorious Person submit and condescend to, that he might redeem us from Hell,
All this did this great and glorious Person submit and condescend to, that he might Redeem us from Hell,
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He was despised and rejected of Men, and afflicted of God:
He was despised and rejected of Men, and afflicted of God:
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More-over, he condescended to die for us to bear our Guilt, and to die a Sacrifice for our Sins, to be wounded for our Transgressions, that by his Stripes we might be healed.
Moreover, he condescended to die for us to bear our Gilded, and to die a Sacrifice for our Sins, to be wounded for our Transgressions, that by his Stripes we might be healed.
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He whom Angels adore became subject to Men; and the God over all to the Condition of a very mean Creature.
He whom Angels adore became Subject to Men; and the God over all to the Condition of a very mean Creature.
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He who is the express Image of the Father, and the Brightness of his Glory, became like one of us.
He who is the express Image of the Father, and the Brightness of his Glory, became like one of us.
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And to this purpose the Son of God took humane Nature, and dwelt in this miserable contemptible World:
And to this purpose the Son of God took humane Nature, and dwelled in this miserable contemptible World:
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and to receive us to Favour and Happiness.
and to receive us to Favour and Happiness.
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And he undertook to do all that was necessary, to render it honourable and fitting for the Great God to pardon us,
And he undertook to do all that was necessary, to render it honourable and fitting for the Great God to pardon us,
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But the Son of God took Compassion on us in this our sad Condition, and freely became our Mediatour and Saviour:
But the Son of God took Compassion on us in this our sad Condition, and freely became our Mediator and Saviour:
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Mankind had undone themselves by Guilt, and were become obnoxious to, and deserving of Everlasting Punishment and Misery.
Mankind had undone themselves by Gilded, and were become obnoxious to, and deserving of Everlasting Punishment and Misery.
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For this affords a considerable Argument against our thus minding Earthly things. This our true Happiness was alas a forfeited thing:
For this affords a considerable Argument against our thus minding Earthly things. This our true Happiness was alas a forfeited thing:
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5. We must not omit to consider, by what way and means it comes to pass, that all this Happiness is propos'd and offer'd to us in the Gospel:
5. We must not omit to Consider, by what Way and means it comes to pass, that all this Happiness is proposed and offered to us in the Gospel:
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and raise us from Earth to advance us to Heaven.
and raise us from Earth to advance us to Heaven.
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because it envies our Happiness, but indeed to make us happy; it would wean us from worse to make us possessours of better things;
Because it envies our Happiness, but indeed to make us happy; it would wean us from Worse to make us possessors of better things;
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And thus we may see that our Religion does not call us off from this World,
And thus we may see that our Religion does not call us off from this World,
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and if we will not forsake that Folly, we shall never enjoy it.
and if we will not forsake that Folly, we shall never enjoy it.
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Especially if we consider too, that by minding Earthly things, we forfeit, as we do neglect, all this Happiness;
Especially if we Consider too, that by minding Earthly things, we forfeit, as we do neglect, all this Happiness;
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And if we will but seriously consider the Nature and Capacity of our Souls, and resolve to act as becomes us, we must needs resolve to do so.
And if we will but seriously Consider the Nature and Capacity of our Souls, and resolve to act as becomes us, we must needs resolve to do so.
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as we have reason to do, before all things else.
as we have reason to do, before all things Else.
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if we will but prefer them before the mean Trifles of this World, and seek them,
if we will but prefer them before the mean Trifles of this World, and seek them,
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These things we shall obtain, if we will but justly value them; if we will but diligently seek them;
These things we shall obtain, if we will but justly valve them; if we will but diligently seek them;
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we are invited to the Happiness of Heaven, the Felicities and Fellowship of Angels, and the blissful Presence and Enjoyments of God.
we Are invited to the Happiness of Heaven, the Felicities and Fellowship of Angels, and the blissful Presence and Enjoyments of God.
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All this we are invited to by our Religion;
All this we Are invited to by our Religion;
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there is Rest and Peace, and Light, and Love for ever; there is all that we can wish, and more than we can now conceive.
there is Rest and Peace, and Light, and Love for ever; there is all that we can wish, and more than we can now conceive.
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yet shall we fall short of the Happiness of Heaven. There is Fulness of Joy, and Rivers of Pleasure;
yet shall we fallen short of the Happiness of Heaven. There is Fullness of Joy, and rivers of Pleasure;
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If we stretch our Faculties to imagine or desire to the very utmost they can reach to,
If we stretch our Faculties to imagine or desire to the very utmost they can reach to,
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or the Heart of Man can now conceive.
or the Heart of Man can now conceive.
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And in the other World it will communicate beyond what Eye has seen, or Ear hath heard,
And in the other World it will communicate beyond what Eye has seen, or Ear hath herd,
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tho' we must then leave all our worldly Enjoyments This will be our Portion for ever, and an exceeding great Reward.
though we must then leave all our worldly Enjoyments This will be our Portion for ever, and an exceeding great Reward.
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And it is unspeakable Pleasure and Joy to think, we shall not leave this in our Death,
And it is unspeakable Pleasure and Joy to think, we shall not leave this in our Death,
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This then is the greatest Happiness that can be enjoy'd in this World.
This then is the greatest Happiness that can be enjoyed in this World.
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And this is represented as the Sense of all good and devout Souls in the Song of Solomon, when he makes them say, Thy Love is better than Wine, Chap. 1.2. And we will remember thy Love more than VVine, Verse 4. This affords that Peace which the World cannot give, which passes all Understanding.
And this is represented as the Sense of all good and devout Souls in the Song of Solomon, when he makes them say, Thy Love is better than Wine, Chap. 1.2. And we will Remember thy Love more than VVine, Verse 4. This affords that Peace which the World cannot give, which passes all Understanding.
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This he owns too, when he says, Thy Loving-kindness is better than Life.
This he owns too, when he Says, Thy Lovingkindness is better than Life.
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As that good Man seems to intimate, in ascribing it to the Light of God's Countenance, to have made his Heart more glad than the Encrease of Corn or Wine could make other Men.
As that good Man seems to intimate, in ascribing it to the Light of God's Countenance, to have made his Heart more glad than the Increase of Corn or Wine could make other Men.
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A Happiness that will make it self more pleasant and sensible to our Souls, than all that this World can afford:
A Happiness that will make it self more pleasant and sensible to our Souls, than all that this World can afford:
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And this is a Happiness that will bless us in this Life, that will not all be deferr'd to the next.
And this is a Happiness that will bless us in this Life, that will not all be deferred to the next.
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From whose Almighty Favour we may expect all that is necessary and good for us, and that is conducing to our Everlasting Salvation.
From whose Almighty Favour we may expect all that is necessary and good for us, and that is conducing to our Everlasting Salvation.
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who is not liable to change, nor will be forward to cast us out of his Favour:
who is not liable to change, nor will be forward to cast us out of his Favour:
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We shall know that God approves our Course, that he loves us, we are Favourites with the King of Heaven, who will never forget us, who always has it in his Power to bless and comfort us;
We shall know that God approves our Course, that he loves us, we Are Favourites with the King of Heaven, who will never forget us, who always has it in his Power to bless and Comfort us;
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This is the pleasure and satisfaction of a good Conscience, which will attend a steady Course of Piety and Vertue.
This is the pleasure and satisfaction of a good Conscience, which will attend a steady Course of Piety and Virtue.
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He that has an Interest in this, has a Fountain of strong, pure and eternal Joy.
He that has an Interest in this, has a Fountain of strong, pure and Eternal Joy.
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and that is enough to say all these things of it: The Rich, Bounteous, and Eternal Love of God.
and that is enough to say all these things of it: The Rich, Bounteous, and Eternal Love of God.
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These Rewards we are speaking of are nothing else but the Love of God, and what that affords,
These Rewards we Are speaking of Are nothing Else but the Love of God, and what that affords,
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As the Apostle says, The things which are seen are Temporal, but the things which are not seen are Eternal.
As the Apostle Says, The things which Are seen Are Temporal, but the things which Are not seen Are Eternal.
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but the Happiness of Religion and Vertue is Eternal:
but the Happiness of Religion and Virtue is Eternal:
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These earthly things are but of short Duration, and all the Felicity they afford will presently be at an End;
These earthly things Are but of short Duration, and all the Felicity they afford will presently be At an End;
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and the Faculty that enjoys them.
and the Faculty that enjoys them.
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They are not subject to change, are of an immortal Nature, as is the great Object that affords,
They Are not Subject to change, Are of an immortal Nature, as is the great Object that affords,
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These things are transitory, mutable, and perish in the using:
These things Are transitory, mutable, and perish in the using:
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The things of this World are empty and vain, deluding Shadows of Good, in comparison to them which are the most solid and substantial Goods.
The things of this World Are empty and vain, deluding Shadows of Good, in comparison to them which Are the most solid and substantial Goods.
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but those Rewards reach the Soul, and please, and make that happy.
but those Rewards reach the Soul, and please, and make that happy.
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These things reach only to the Body, and entertain that, but leave the neglected Soul in want and craving:
These things reach only to the Body, and entertain that, but leave the neglected Soul in want and craving:
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The Rewards of Religion have those excellent Properties, which answer all the Defects of worldly Enjoyments.
The Rewards of Religion have those excellent Properties, which answer all the Defects of worldly Enjoyments.
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but make us happy for ever.
but make us happy for ever.
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of such as will satisfie the vast Desires of our Souls, such as will improve in the possessing, such as will never satiate or tire us, will never fade or decay,
of such as will satisfy the vast Desires of our Souls, such as will improve in the possessing, such as will never satiate or tire us, will never fade or decay,
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Our Religion, if we will be rul'd by it, will make us Possessours of Spiritual and Everlasting Delights;
Our Religion, if we will be ruled by it, will make us Possessors of Spiritual and Everlasting Delights;
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Things better in themselves and more suitable to us, which will afford us more Happiness than these.
Things better in themselves and more suitable to us, which will afford us more Happiness than these.
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and offers that we may embrace them.
and offers that we may embrace them.
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4. Let us, then, consider further, how much better things than these the Gospel reveals to us, that we may seek,
4. Let us, then, Consider further, how much better things than these the Gospel reveals to us, that we may seek,
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and to make us seek our true Happiness which lies elsewhere. I shall therefore add some further Arguments, which it affords us.
and to make us seek our true Happiness which lies elsewhere. I shall Therefore add Some further Arguments, which it affords us.
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and they altogether vary from that who Mind Earthly Things. It is indeed the Design of our Religion in all the parts of it, in all that it reveals to us, to take our foolish Hearts off from this empty World,
and they altogether vary from that who Mind Earthly Things. It is indeed the Design of our Religion in all the parts of it, in all that it reveals to us, to take our foolish Hearts off from this empty World,
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This we may see by all these things is the true Spirit, the genuine Temper of Christianity,
This we may see by all these things is the true Spirit, the genuine Temper of Christianity,
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And if he has thus regarded the World, it is what we ought to do as Christians.
And if he has thus regarded the World, it is what we ought to do as Christians.
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And appears to have laid upon us no other Laws, than what himself was willing to bear.
And appears to have laid upon us no other Laws, than what himself was willing to bear.
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Our Salvation is not to be purchased with corruptible things, such as Silver and Gold. He govern'd himself thus, to teach us by his Example to do so.
Our Salvation is not to be purchased with corruptible things, such as Silver and Gold. He governed himself thus, to teach us by his Exampl to do so.
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He knew, and has herein taught us, that this is not the chief Good of Man, it is not our Happiness nor necessary to it.
He knew, and has herein taught us, that this is not the chief Good of Man, it is not our Happiness nor necessary to it.
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and would not have call'd them to a Contempt of this by his Precepts and Example.
and would not have called them to a Contempt of this by his Precepts and Exampl.
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Otherwise he would have put himself into a Condition to make his Followers rich and great in the World,
Otherwise he would have put himself into a Condition to make his Followers rich and great in the World,
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and more conducing to our Happiness to be contented with little, than to possess much:
and more conducing to our Happiness to be contented with little, than to possess much:
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Now, do we think he did not know what was good for him? that it was want of Wisdom to govern himself thus? If for our sakes he did this then, 'tis plain, he accounted it more our Interest to despise this World than to enjoy it;
Now, do we think he did not know what was good for him? that it was want of Wisdom to govern himself thus? If for our sakes he did this then, it's plain, he accounted it more our Interest to despise this World than to enjoy it;
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He was always contented with enough to serve his Necessities, and never sought any worldly Greatness.
He was always contented with enough to serve his Necessities, and never sought any worldly Greatness.
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The Son of Man (says he) hath not where to lay his head, and we find he was maintain'd by charitable Contributions.
The Son of Man (Says he) hath not where to lay his head, and we find he was maintained by charitable Contributions.
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and then appear'd to have no Possessions.
and then appeared to have no Possessions.
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Our Saviour liv'd by hard Labour, as 'tis reasonably believ'd, till he made his publick Appearance to the World;
Our Saviour lived by hard Labour, as it's reasonably believed, till he made his public Appearance to the World;
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or indeed that Humanity and Charity, as to quit the Lodgings they had taken up to accommodate a Woman in her Condition.
or indeed that Humanity and Charity, as to quit the Lodgings they had taken up to accommodate a Woman in her Condition.
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And when she came among them to Bethlehem, we find none of them had that respect for her,
And when she Come among them to Bethlehem, we find none of them had that respect for her,
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His Mother indeed was descended of the Royal Family of David, but she was sunk so low in Poverty, that her own Relations were even asham'd to own her.
His Mother indeed was descended of the Royal Family of David, but she was sunk so low in Poverty, that her own Relations were even ashamed to own her.
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or a Cottage, He chose to be born of a poor Virgin, and in a Stable.
or a Cottage, He chosen to be born of a poor Virgae, and in a Stable.
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When he had it in his choice whether he would be born of High or Low, Rich or Poor, in a Palace,
When he had it in his choice whither he would be born of High or Low, Rich or Poor, in a Palace,
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3. Let us consider also the Pattern and Practice of our Master Jesus, and we shall therein see that the Founder of our Religion has led us in an Indifferency and Contempt to the things of this World.
3. Let us Consider also the Pattern and Practice of our Master jesus, and we shall therein see that the Founder of our Religion has led us in an Indifferency and Contempt to the things of this World.
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We see this not only required in the Laws, but also exemplified in the Professours of Religion.
We see this not only required in the Laws, but also exemplified in the Professors of Religion.
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and from thence we may conclude, that we also may, if we will do the same thing.
and from thence we may conclude, that we also may, if we will do the same thing.
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Thus we see an Indifferency towards this World, and in some cases a Contempt of it practised by Men like our selves, Men encumbred with common Humane Necessities and Infirmities;
Thus we see an Indifferency towards this World, and in Some cases a Contempt of it practised by Men like our selves, Men encumbered with Common Humane Necessities and Infirmities;
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but at the things which are not seen, 2 Cor. 4.18. That is, the Spiritual and Heavenly good things were the Objects of their chief Aim and Desire, not the things of this World.
but At the things which Are not seen, 2 Cor. 4.18. That is, the Spiritual and Heavenly good things were the Objects of their chief Aim and Desire, not the things of this World.
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Of himself and other Christians, he says, that they look'd not at those things which are seen,
Of himself and other Christians, he Says, that they looked not At those things which Are seen,
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St. Paul, says he, had suffer'd the Loss of all things, and counted them but dung, that he might win Christ, Phil. 3.8.
Saint Paul, Says he, had suffered the Loss of all things, and counted them but dung, that he might win christ, Philip 3.8.
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as Gods, upon the working of an evident Miracle.
as God's, upon the working of an evident Miracle.
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Those Divine Honours which a proud Roman Emperour would have been extremely fond of, the Apostles Barnabas and Paul earnestly refused, Acts 14. when a whole City went about to offer Sacrifice to them,
Those Divine Honours which a proud Roman Emperor would have been extremely found of, the Apostles Barnabas and Paul earnestly refused, Acts 14. when a Whole city went about to offer Sacrifice to them,
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as we see 12th and following Verses.
as we see 12th and following Verses.
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and he did so, as we see vers. 8. And the Honour of this the Apostles would by no means take to themselves,
and he did so, as we see vers. 8. And the Honour of this the Apostles would by no means take to themselves,
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In the Name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth (says he) rise up and walk, Acts 3.6.
In the Name of jesus christ of Nazareth (Says he) rise up and walk, Acts 3.6.
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but such as I have give I thee; and he gave him the best Alms, even sound and strong Limbs:
but such as I have give I thee; and he gave him the best Alms, even found and strong Limbs:
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St. Peter says to the Cripple, that lookt on him expecting Alms, Silver and Gold have I none,
Saint Peter Says to the Cripple, that looked on him expecting Alms, Silver and Gold have I none,
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none of them ever made themselves rich by that Power, tho' they might have done it.
none of them ever made themselves rich by that Power, though they might have done it.
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and we find them following his Command exactly;
and we find them following his Command exactly;
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When our Saviour gave them Power to heal Diseases and work Miracles, for Confirmation of their Doctrine, he commanded them to do these things freely, and not for gain;
When our Saviour gave them Power to heal Diseases and work Miracles, for Confirmation of their Doctrine, he commanded them to do these things freely, and not for gain;
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and our Saviour owns it, Mark 10.28.
and our Saviour owns it, Mark 10.28.
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St. Peter says to Christ of himself, and the rest of his Disciples, Lo, we have left all, and followed thee;
Saint Peter Says to christ of himself, and the rest of his Disciples, Lo, we have left all, and followed thee;
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If we come to the first Professors of Christianity, we shall find the things of this World always very little in their account, and much despised.
If we come to the First Professors of Christianity, we shall find the things of this World always very little in their account, and much despised.
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Which things they exposed themselves too in Contempt of this World, and in hopes of obtaining better things by being stedfast to their Religion under their cruel Persecutions.
Which things they exposed themselves too in Contempt of this World, and in hope's of obtaining better things by being steadfast to their Religion under their cruel Persecutions.
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his thoughts could not be detain'd by his worldly Advantages. Of many of the Saints in the Jewish Church, it is said, Heb. 11.9. They had Tryals of cruel Mockings and Scourgings, of Bonds and Imprisonments, they were stoned, sawn asunder, slain with the Sword, wander'd in Desarts and Mountains, in Dens and Caves of the Earth were destitute, afflicted, tormented:
his thoughts could not be detained by his worldly Advantages. Of many of the Saints in the Jewish Church, it is said, Hebrew 11.9. They had Trials of cruel Mockings and Scourgings, of Bonds and Imprisonments, they were stoned, sawn asunder, slave with the Sword, wandered in Deserts and Mountains, in Dens and Caves of the Earth were destitute, afflicted, tormented:
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Oh how I love thy Law, says he, it is my Meditation all the Day, Psal. 119.7. His heart was not transported;
O how I love thy Law, Says he, it is my Meditation all the Day, Psalm 119.7. His heart was not transported;
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And in the midst of all the Pleasures and Entertainments of his elevated Condition, could he find more Pleasure in meditating on the Word and Law of God.
And in the midst of all the Pleasures and Entertainments of his elevated Condition, could he find more Pleasure in meditating on the Word and Law of God.
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and the Honey Comb. Again, in Psal. 119.72. he says to God, The Law of thy Mouth is better unto me than Thousands of Gold and Silver.
and the Honey Comb. Again, in Psalm 119.72. he Says to God, The Law of thy Mouth is better unto me than Thousands of Gold and Silver.
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he says of them, More to be desir'd are they than Gold, ye then much fine Gold, sweeter also then Honey,
he Says of them, More to be desired Are they than Gold, you then much fine Gold, Sweeten also then Honey,
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The Person there mention'd is named in the 18. Chapter at verse 31. and call'd Jonathan the Son of Gershom, which Gershom is in our Translation call'd the Son of Manasseth, but it should be the Son of Moses, as many learned Men think according to the best Copies of the Original, (Lightf. Grot. Vat. M. de Sacy) If we proceed to David we shall see, that tho' he was a King, he despised all his Wealth and Greatness in Comparison to the Laws of Vertue and Religion, and the Observance of them. In Psal. 19.10.
The Person there mentioned is nam in the 18. Chapter At verse 31. and called Johnathan the Son of Gershom, which Gershom is in our translation called the Son of Manasseh, but it should be the Son of Moses, as many learned Men think according to the best Copies of the Original, (Lightf. Grot. Vat. M. de Sacy) If we proceed to David we shall see, that though he was a King, he despised all his Wealth and Greatness in Comparison to the Laws of Virtue and Religion, and the Observance of them. In Psalm 19.10.
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and left his own in the Condition of common Levites: And so little Provision had he made for their future Greatness, that we find his Grand-child, the Son of Gershom wandering from his Habitation to seek a Maintenance in Judg. 17.7.
and left his own in the Condition of Common Levites: And so little Provision had he made for their future Greatness, that we find his Grandchild, the Son of Gershom wandering from his Habitation to seek a Maintenance in Judges 17.7.
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He, as directed, set the Family of his Brother in the highest Dignity in the Jewish Church,
He, as directed, Set the Family of his Brother in the highest Dignity in the Jewish Church,
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He was in a manner forced by God to bear that Authority which he had among them:
He was in a manner forced by God to bear that authority which he had among them:
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Heb. 11.24, 25, 26. And as he despised the Advantages of the World in Egypt, so he sought them not among his own People.
Hebrew 11.24, 25, 26. And as he despised the Advantages of the World in Egypt, so he sought them not among his own People.
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than to enjoy the Pleasures of sin for a Season: And esteeming the reproach of Christ greater Riches, than the Treasures of Egypt.
than to enjoy the Pleasures of since for a Season: And esteeming the reproach of christ greater Riches, than the Treasures of Egypt.
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and enslav'd People of Israel: Chusing rather, as 'tis said, to suffer Affliction with the People of God,
and enslaved People of Israel: Choosing rather, as it's said, to suffer Affliction with the People of God,
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and forsook the Pleasures which he had therein, and the worldly Honours which he might expect to have to own himself related to the poor, opprest,
and forsook the Pleasures which he had therein, and the worldly Honours which he might expect to have to own himself related to the poor, oppressed,
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and because his hand had gotten much, Job 31.24, 25. In like manner we find that the excellent Moses when he was come to years refused to be called the Son of Pharaohs Daughter;
and Because his hand had got much, Job 31.24, 25. In like manner we find that the excellent Moses when he was come to Years refused to be called the Son of Pharaohs Daughter;
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or had rejoyced, that is, in Pride and Vanity, For that his wealth was great,
or had rejoiced, that is, in Pride and Vanity, For that his wealth was great,
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yet he denies that he had set his Heart upon his wealth; that he had ever made Gold his hope, or the fine Gold his confidence;
yet he Denies that he had Set his Heart upon his wealth; that he had ever made Gold his hope, or the fine Gold his confidence;
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that they sought a better Country than that which they left, even an heavenly one, in Heb. 11. Tho' it had pleased God to make Job vastly rich,
that they sought a better Country than that which they left, even an heavenly one, in Hebrew 11. Though it had pleased God to make Job vastly rich,
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And 'tis said, that he and Isaac and Jacob did herein confess, That they were Pilgrims and Strangers on Earth;
And it's said, that he and Isaac and Jacob did herein confess, That they were Pilgrim's and Strangers on Earth;
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and to dwell in Tabernacles in a strange Country:
and to dwell in Tabernacles in a strange Country:
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It is intimated to be this that inabled Abraham to leave his Country and Kindred at the Command of God,
It is intimated to be this that enabled Abraham to leave his Country and Kindred At the Command of God,
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2. Let us also observe and consider further, that it has been always the Character and Property of all good and religious Men to have little value or regard for the things of this World.
2. Let us also observe and Consider further, that it has been always the Character and Property of all good and religious Men to have little valve or regard for the things of this World.
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Thus it appears to be the constant Precept of our Religion, that we should not mind Earthly things.
Thus it appears to be the constant Precept of our Religion, that we should not mind Earthly things.
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And the Apostle John urges the same thing, saying, Love not the World, neither the things that are in the World, 1 Joh. 2.15.
And the Apostle John urges the same thing, saying, Love not the World, neither the things that Are in the World, 1 John 2.15.
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Again, he says, Set your Affections on things above, not on things on the Earth. Colloss. 3.2.
Again, he Says, Set your Affections on things above, not on things on the Earth. Colossus. 3.2.
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and for these Reasons we should Practice all the Indifferency towards them that we can, that so we may be easie and composed when they alter or leave us.
and for these Reasons we should Practice all the Indifferency towards them that we can, that so we may be easy and composed when they altar or leave us.
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and is liable to be lost, and that the time of our converse with these things is very short,
and is liable to be lost, and that the time of our converse with these things is very short,
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He would have us consider, that every living thing is mortal, that what is hard to get, is hard to keep, that what does not belong to our Nature sits loose about us,
He would have us Consider, that every living thing is Mortal, that what is hard to get, is hard to keep, that what does not belong to our Nature sits lose about us,
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and very sensible Vexation to set our Hearts on those things, which are so variable and uncertain a Possession, and which we can so little a while enjoy.
and very sensible Vexation to Set our Hearts on those things, which Are so variable and uncertain a Possession, and which we can so little a while enjoy.
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The time is short, and the Fashion of this World passeth away. Intimating it is foolish, and must needs expose us to a great deal of needless,
The time is short, and the Fashion of this World passes away. Intimating it is foolish, and must needs expose us to a great deal of needless,
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and they that buy, as tho' they possest not: and he urges this with these important Reasons;
and they that buy, as though they possessed not: and he urges this with these important Reasons;
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and they that weep, as though they wept not; and they that rejoyce, as though they rejoyced not;
and they that weep, as though they wept not; and they that rejoice, as though they rejoiced not;
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The Apostle Paul exhorts to a great Indifferency towards the things of this World, 1 Cor. 7.29, 30, 31. verses, He bids Men with the best of their Enjoyments, to carry themselves as if they had them not;
The Apostle Paul exhorts to a great Indifferency towards the things of this World, 1 Cor. 7.29, 30, 31. Verses, He bids Men with the best of their Enjoyments, to carry themselves as if they had them not;
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Let us proceed to the Writings of the Apostles, and we shall there find the same thing frequently required.
Let us proceed to the Writings of the Apostles, and we shall there find the same thing frequently required.
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And then God's Providence will take Care that you shall not want what is necessary for you of this World.
And then God's Providence will take Care that you shall not want what is necessary for you of this World.
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Let it be your main Concern to secure your everlasting Happiness, and, in order thereto, to furnish your selves with the necessary Qualification for it:
Let it be your main Concern to secure your everlasting Happiness, and, in order thereto, to furnish your selves with the necessary Qualification for it:
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and the Righteousness thereof, and all these things shall be added to you.
and the Righteousness thereof, and all these things shall be added to you.
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And he adds a contrary Command in ver. 33. with a sufficient Encouragement to observe that, But seek ye first the Kingdom of God,
And he adds a contrary Command in ver. 33. with a sufficient Encouragement to observe that, But seek you First the Kingdom of God,
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He condemns it as the Practice of the ignorant Heathen, ver. 32. who had no clear or sure knowledge of those things, fit to cure this Folly, which our Religion teaches us.
He condemns it as the Practice of the ignorant Heathen, ver. 32. who had no clear or sure knowledge of those things, fit to cure this Folly, which our Religion Teaches us.
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This Prohibition he repeats again in ver. 31. to make us the more observe it.
This Prohibition he repeats again in ver. 31. to make us the more observe it.
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This he enforces by assuring us of God's particular Providence, and by his Care of good Men especially.
This he inforces by assuring us of God's particular Providence, and by his Care of good Men especially.
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nor do you imagine that you may, or must depend upon your own thought and care for these things.
nor do you imagine that you may, or must depend upon your own Thought and care for these things.
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let not this be all or the main Business of your thoughts;
let not this be all or the main Business of your thoughts;
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nor yet for your Body what ye shall put on, ver. 25. That is, take no anxious thought about these matters;
nor yet for your Body what you shall put on, ver. 25. That is, take no anxious Thought about these matters;
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Again, he says, Take no thought for your Life, what ye shall eat or what ye shall drink,
Again, he Says, Take no Thought for your Life, what you shall eat or what you shall drink,
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that we ought not to regard these things as our chiefest Goods, nor suffer an entire or chief Application of our selves to them.
that we ought not to regard these things as our chiefest Goods, nor suffer an entire or chief Application of our selves to them.
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Which makes it evident to be his meaning by this Command, that he would not have us set our heart on this World;
Which makes it evident to be his meaning by this Command, that he would not have us Set our heart on this World;
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and adds in ver. 21. For where your Treasure is, there will your heart be also:
and adds in ver. 21. For where your Treasure is, there will your heart be also:
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A great deal to this Purpose our Lord Jesus says, in Matt. 6. Lay not up for your selves Treasures on earth, says he ver. 19. which he enforces and perswades in the following words;
A great deal to this Purpose our Lord jesus Says, in Matt. 6. Lay not up for your selves Treasures on earth, Says he ver. 19. which he inforces and persuades in the following words;
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And against a great Esteem of Wealth, he says, Wilt thou set thine Eyes upon that which is not? for Riches make themselves wings and fly away, Prov. 25.8. Against this the Prophet Jeremy says, Let not the rich Man glory in his Riches. Jer. 9.23. There are many other like Instructions and Precepts in the Old Testament, but let us take notice also of some such in the New one.
And against a great Esteem of Wealth, he Says, Wilt thou Set thine Eyes upon that which is not? for Riches make themselves wings and fly away, Curae 25.8. Against this the Prophet Jeremiah Says, Let not the rich Man glory in his Riches. Jer. 9.23. There Are many other like Instructions and Precepts in the Old Testament, but let us take notice also of Some such in the New one.
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and as an high Wall in his own conceit, Prov. 10.15.
and as an high Wall in his own conceit, Curae 10.15.
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his Glory shall not descend after him, ver. 17. It is condemn'd by Solomon, as well as observ'd, That the rich Man's wealth is his strong City,
his Glory shall not descend After him, ver. 17. It is condemned by Solomon, as well as observed, That the rich Man's wealth is his strong city,
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He is like the beasts that perish, ver. 12. When a Man dies he shall carry nothing away;
He is like the beasts that perish, ver. 12. When a Man die he shall carry nothing away;
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nor give to God a ransome for him, that he should still live for ever and not see Corruption, Ver. 6, 7, 9. And Men must leave their wealth to others, he says ver. 10. And Man being in honour, abides not:
nor give to God a ransom for him, that he should still live for ever and not see Corruption, Ver. 6, 7, 9. And Men must leave their wealth to Others, he Says for. 10. And Man being in honour, abides not:
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in Psalm 49. They that trust in their wealth (says he) and boast themselves in the multitude of their riches, none of them can by any means redeem his Brother,
in Psalm 49. They that trust in their wealth (Says he) and boast themselves in the multitude of their riches, none of them can by any means Redeem his Brother,
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and upon their inability to prevent, or recover any one from it;
and upon their inability to prevent, or recover any one from it;
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To take Men off from the fond Esteem of the things of this World, he insists upon the necessity of our parting with them all at our Death,
To take Men off from the found Esteem of the things of this World, he insists upon the necessity of our parting with them all At our Death,
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And this Precept our Lord Jesus repeats and enforces again. By the Psalmist is that direction given. Psal. 62.10. If Riches encrease set not your heart upon them.
And this Precept our Lord jesus repeats and inforces again. By the Psalmist is that direction given. Psalm 62.10. If Riches increase Set not your heart upon them.
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and with all their soul, and with all their might, which must needs exclude such a Love of the World as hath been describ'd.
and with all their soul, and with all their might, which must needs exclude such a Love of the World as hath been described.
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The People of Israel were commanded to Love the Lord their God with all their heart,
The People of Israel were commanded to Love the Lord their God with all their heart,
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and has therefore often forbid it, and caution'd us against it, and has required expresly what is directly contrary to it. In Deut. 6.5.
and has Therefore often forbid it, and cautioned us against it, and has required expressly what is directly contrary to it. In Deuteronomy 6.5.
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knows us greatly addicted to this Folly, and that 'tis inconsistent with our Happiness;
knows us greatly addicted to this Folly, and that it's inconsistent with our Happiness;
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He that contrived the Rules of our Religion knows the Hearts of Men, and our true interest;
He that contrived the Rules of our Religion knows the Hearts of Men, and our true Interest;
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1. It is the constant Precept, and Command of our Religion, that we should not greatly value nor set our Hearts upon the things of this World.
1. It is the constant Precept, and Command of our Religion, that we should not greatly valve nor Set our Hearts upon the things of this World.
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when I discourst against that, I have therefore thought fit to urge them last of all in a general Discourse against the Worldly Mind. And they are these following.
when I discoursed against that, I have Therefore Thought fit to urge them last of all in a general Discourse against the Worldly Mind. And they Are these following.
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But because there are some general Arguments useful against them all, which the time would not allow to apply to each of them severally,
But Because there Are Some general Arguments useful against them all, which the time would not allow to apply to each of them severally,
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And I have urg'd against these severally the particular Arguments which are fit to remedy them.
And I have urged against these severally the particular Arguments which Are fit to remedy them.
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I have indeed already discourst against this Distemper of our Minds, as it exercises it self in those three main Branches of it; Voluptuousness, Covetuousness and Pride:
I have indeed already discoursed against this Distemper of our Minds, as it exercises it self in those three main Branches of it; Voluptuousness, Covetousness and Pride:
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To urge those Arguments that are fit to remedy and cure this our minding of Earthly things.
To urge those Arguments that Are fit to remedy and cure this our minding of Earthly things.
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To provoke us to which is the Design of the second part of the Discourse, to which I now proceed,
To provoke us to which is the Design of the second part of the Discourse, to which I now proceed,
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and which therefore all Men ought, with much care and endeavour to avoid.
and which Therefore all Men ought, with much care and endeavour to avoid.
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but of that which is very frequent in the World, which Mankind are very liable to,
but of that which is very frequent in the World, which Mankind Are very liable to,
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I have not been speaking then, of that which is never, or but seldom Practised, and which therefore few have need to fear, or be careful to avoid;
I have not been speaking then, of that which is never, or but seldom Practised, and which Therefore few have need to Fear, or be careful to avoid;
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and the pleasing of God and the Salvation of their Souls, are very little minded in Comparison to these things.
and the pleasing of God and the Salvation of their Souls, Are very little minded in Comparison to these things.
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The pursuit and Enjoyment of this World, do entirely take up the most of Men; if ever they think on any thing else, 'tis but by way of Diversion;
The pursuit and Enjoyment of this World, do entirely take up the most of Men; if ever they think on any thing Else, it's but by Way of Diversion;
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and we must needs justifie St. John, when he says, all that is in the World is the Lust of the Flesh, the Lust of the Eye, and the Pride of Life.
and we must needs justify Saint John, when he Says, all that is in the World is the Lust of the Flesh, the Lust of the Eye, and the Pride of Life.
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But this we may too easily see is the common Course and Practise of Men;
But this we may too Easily see is the Common Course and practice of Men;
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This is that Spirit of the World which Christianity condemns, which we are bound by it not to follow, nor be led by:
This is that Spirit of the World which Christianity condemns, which we Are bound by it not to follow, nor be led by:
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or perhaps in the whole rather than hazard or lose them. Thus I have briefly, but sufficiently described the Worldly Mind.
or perhaps in the Whole rather than hazard or loose them. Thus I have briefly, but sufficiently described the Worldly Mind.
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He values his worldly Advantages more than his Religion, and will readily renounce that in any particular Instance and Duty of it,
He value's his worldly Advantages more than his Religion, and will readily renounce that in any particular Instance and Duty of it,
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If it seems to him necessary to do ill things to make the best Improvement of his calling and Business that he can, he will easily suffer himself to do them.
If it seems to him necessary to do ill things to make the best Improvement of his calling and Business that he can, he will Easily suffer himself to do them.
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when they contradict his worldly Designs.
when they contradict his worldly Designs.
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so it must needs be, that he will not stick to slight and forsake the Laws of God and Religion,
so it must needs be, that he will not stick to slight and forsake the Laws of God and Religion,
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but only to please, and honour, and advance himself;
but only to please, and honour, and advance himself;
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As he is not concern'd to please or honour God, or do any good to Man,
As he is not concerned to please or honour God, or do any good to Man,
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The things of this world are always to a worldly Mind, very strong and powerful Temptations to any wickedness.
The things of this world Are always to a worldly Mind, very strong and powerful Temptations to any wickedness.
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so neither will he confine himself to the Rules of Religion in prosecuting what he does chiefly desire.
so neither will he confine himself to the Rules of Religion in prosecuting what he does chiefly desire.
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whether they be innocent and becoming a Christian, or not. As the Rewards and Offers of Christian Religion are not the chief things he desires,
whither they be innocent and becoming a Christian, or not. As the Rewards and Offers of Christian Religion Are not the chief things he Desires,
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and he very boldly, and readily falls in with those ways, which are commonly used by the World,
and he very boldly, and readily falls in with those ways, which Are commonly used by the World,
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whether they be good or bad;
whither they be good or bad;
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By common worldly ways, he seeks these worldly things, that is, by ways tending to gain them,
By Common worldly ways, he seeks these worldly things, that is, by ways tending to gain them,
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or his own Word or Oath violated to gain or save them.
or his own Word or Oath violated to gain or save them.
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Tho' the Laws of Men be broken for them, the Interest of the Publick slighted, the Laws of God affronted,
Though the Laws of Men be broken for them, the Interest of the Public slighted, the Laws of God affronted,
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If it can but gain these things, it matters not how it gains them:
If it can but gain these things, it matters not how it gains them:
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3. It is the Property of this Temper of Mind, to seek the things of this World by any manner of ways, which seem likely to obtain them.
3. It is the Property of this Temper of Mind, to seek the things of this World by any manner of ways, which seem likely to obtain them.
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or for the Honour of God.
or for the Honour of God.
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More Gain, or more Honour, or more Pleasure, and Ease shall effectually invite him, from what would be more useful to Men, more for the Credit of Religion,
More Gain, or more Honour, or more Pleasure, and Ease shall effectually invite him, from what would be more useful to Men, more for the Credit of Religion,
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or might be in it to the Glory of God, or the good of his Neighbour.
or might be in it to the Glory of God, or the good of his Neighbour.
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but if he is disappointed in these things, he is discontented and uneasie, however useful he is,
but if he is disappointed in these things, he is discontented and uneasy, however useful he is,
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If his Pride or Covetousness be serv'd by his Office and Business he is pleased with it;
If his Pride or Covetousness be served by his Office and Business he is pleased with it;
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If one sort of Carriage would honour God more, or more advantage the World, but bring less Honour or Profit to himself, he will be sure to decline that way of governing himself in his Business.
If one sort of Carriage would honour God more, or more advantage the World, but bring less Honour or Profit to himself, he will be sure to decline that Way of governing himself in his Business.
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It therefore makes a Man manage himself in all manner of Business, with Relation chiefly to himself.
It Therefore makes a Man manage himself in all manner of Business, with Relation chiefly to himself.
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and has no concern at all for the Glory of God, or the Good of Mankind.
and has no concern At all for the Glory of God, or the Good of Mankind.
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The worldly Mind seeks only the gratifying a Man's own Lusts and Desires;
The worldly Mind seeks only the gratifying a Man's own Lustiest and Desires;
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And it desires and seeks Honour and Pleasure for their own sakes, and to gratifie thereby his Pride or Voluptuousness.
And it Desires and seeks Honour and Pleasure for their own sakes, and to gratify thereby his Pride or Voluptuousness.
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or of Voluptuousness with his Covetousness:
or of Voluptuousness with his Covetousness:
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or that they may maintain him in Ease and Pleasure, if there be a Mixture of Pride,
or that they may maintain him in Ease and Pleasure, if there be a Mixture of Pride,
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It desires them for the sake of that Honour and Respect which they have among Men;
It Desires them for the sake of that Honour and Respect which they have among Men;
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if Covetousness be the most predominant Vice;
if Covetousness be the most predominant Vice;
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But the worldly Mind seeks them without any regard to a good or religious End. It desires Riches for the sake of having them,
But the worldly Mind seeks them without any regard to a good or religious End. It Desires Riches for the sake of having them,
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And thus he may be innocent and religious in the seeking of these:
And thus he may be innocent and religious in the seeking of these:
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And he may seek and enjoy the pleasant things of it to chear and refresh his Spirits, to maintain him in Health and Vigour for the Services of his Office and Station.
And he may seek and enjoy the pleasant things of it to cheer and refresh his Spirits, to maintain him in Health and Vigour for the Services of his Office and Station.
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and do good Offices to his Neighbours:
and do good Offices to his Neighbours:
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A man may, and should seek the Honours and Wealth of this World, that he may be thereby in the greater Capacity to honour God,
A man may, and should seek the Honours and Wealth of this World, that he may be thereby in the greater Capacity to honour God,
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and to gratifie by them those Lusts and Appetites which desire them.
and to gratify by them those Lustiest and Appetites which desire them.
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2. This temper of mind seeks the things of this World for their own sakes only,
2. This temper of mind seeks the things of this World for their own sakes only,
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and the Laws and Rewards of them in comparison to these things.
and the Laws and Rewards of them in comparison to these things.
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it condemns us if we take these things for our chiefest Goods; when we neglect all other things for these, and slight and despise Religion and Vertue,
it condemns us if we take these things for our chiefest Goods; when we neglect all other things for these, and slight and despise Religion and Virtue,
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But then it forbids that we set our Hearts entirely upon these things; it does not permit us to mind nothing else;
But then it forbids that we Set our Hearts entirely upon these things; it does not permit us to mind nothing Else;
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and that we may enjoy and use the pleasing and good things, which the kind Creatour has furnish'd this World with:
and that we may enjoy and use the pleasing and good things, which the kind Creator has furnished this World with:
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that we may seek after a competent Portion of Wealth and Provision for our selves;
that we may seek After a competent Portion of Wealth and Provision for our selves;
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and Zeal for true Religion, are all design'd and directed to worldly Advantage. Religion indeed allows, that we may value a good Name and Esteem among Men;
and Zeal for true Religion, Are all designed and directed to worldly Advantage. Religion indeed allows, that we may valve a good Name and Esteem among Men;
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Even the Practice of Honesty and Justice, or Charity towards Men, and the show of Piety towards God,
Even the Practice of Honesty and justice, or Charity towards Men, and the show of Piety towards God,
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or the Honour and Respect which usually belongs to it.
or the Honour and Respect which usually belongs to it.
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If he seeks and undertakes any Office or Service which is in the Design of it intended for the Glory of God and the Benefit of Men's Souls to promote their Religion and Salvation, his End is the Profit that attends such a Service,
If he seeks and undertakes any Office or Service which is in the Design of it intended for the Glory of God and the Benefit of Men's Souls to promote their Religion and Salvation, his End is the Profit that attends such a Service,
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and that for the sake of his own worldly Advantage together with it.
and that for the sake of his own worldly Advantage together with it.
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If he has any concern for the Church of God, it is the outward worldly Greatness and the Wealth of it that he is most concern'd for,
If he has any concern for the Church of God, it is the outward worldly Greatness and the Wealth of it that he is most concerned for,
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'tis the main Business of Life to raise a Fortune in this World, and gain the greatest Measure he can of those good things of it, which he chiefly admires.
it's the main Business of Life to raise a Fortune in this World, and gain the greatest Measure he can of those good things of it, which he chiefly admires.
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or else in the pleasing Reflections that he has them. And from one degree and measure to another, it does continually follow these things;
or Else in the pleasing Reflections that he has them. And from one degree and measure to Another, it does continually follow these things;
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And accordingly all the thoughts are employ'd about them, either in care and contrivance to gain,
And accordingly all the thoughts Are employed about them, either in care and contrivance to gain,
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This State of Mind values nothing greatly, but the things of this World; either Wealth or Honour, or sensual Pleasure is its chiefest Good.
This State of Mind value's nothing greatly, but the things of this World; either Wealth or Honour, or sensual Pleasure is its chiefest Good.
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1. When a Man lets himself be wholly or chiefly taken up, and employ'd by Worldly Cares and Pursuits.
1. When a Man lets himself be wholly or chiefly taken up, and employed by Worldly Cares and Pursuits.
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Now to Mind Earthly Things, so as it must be condemn'd, contains in it, and shows it self by these three things following.
Now to Mind Earthly Things, so as it must be condemned, contains in it, and shows it self by these three things following.
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Tho' I shall not insist so long on this Head as the other; because, I think 'tis easier to discover this than to cure it.
Though I shall not insist so long on this Head as the other; Because, I think it's Easier to discover this than to cure it.
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In the first place, I say, I shall endeavour to show this Ill-state and Temper of Mind by its chief Characters, that Men may know by what Marks to avoid it:
In the First place, I say, I shall endeavour to show this Ill-state and Temper of Mind by its chief Characters, that Men may know by what Marks to avoid it:
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and it will be impossible for us ever to be sav'd.
and it will be impossible for us ever to be saved.
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which if it be not cured and removed out of our Minds, we can never practice any true Vertue or Religion,
which if it be not cured and removed out of our Minds, we can never practice any true Virtue or Religion,
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which is the great destroyer of Souls, and the chief Instrument of the Devil, by which he brings Men to everlasting Perdition;
which is the great destroyer of Souls, and the chief Instrument of the devil, by which he brings Men to everlasting Perdition;
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which is the Root and Spring of most of the Evils of our Lives;
which is the Root and Spring of most of the Evils of our Lives;
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Which that you may be perswaded the better to attend to, I think fit to premise that I am now about to discourse of that which is the most general and common Fault among Men;
Which that you may be persuaded the better to attend to, I think fit to premise that I am now about to discourse of that which is the most general and Common Fault among Men;
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And this will be the whole Business of the present Discourse.
And this will be the Whole Business of the present Discourse.
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that we may know what it is to Mind Earthly Things, and what we are to avoid in this Matter. 2. To urge those Arguments against it, which are proper to make us willing and desirous to avoid it.
that we may know what it is to Mind Earthly Things, and what we Are to avoid in this Matter. 2. To urge those Arguments against it, which Are proper to make us willing and desirous to avoid it.
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and show by what Characters and Symptoms it is wont to betray it self:
and show by what Characters and Symptoms it is wont to betray it self:
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To which End, I think it requisite to insist upon these two Heads of Discourse. 1. To expose this Ill state of Mind,
To which End, I think it requisite to insist upon these two Heads of Discourse. 1. To expose this Ill state of Mind,
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and is fatal to our Souls:
and is fatal to our Souls:
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This Discourse, then, shall endeavour the curing this Disease of the Mind, which does thus disparage our Christian Profession,
This Discourse, then, shall endeavour the curing this Disease of the Mind, which does thus disparage our Christian Profession,
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as he might be, but only to his heavier Condemnation, and sorer Destruction.
as he might be, but only to his Heavier Condemnation, and Sorer Destruction.
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And then he who professes and believes well, but lives thus, is a Christian not to his Salvation,
And then he who Professes and believes well, but lives thus, is a Christian not to his Salvation,
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To which purpose the Apostle John says, If any Man loves the World the Love of the Father is not in him, 1 John 2.15.
To which purpose the Apostle John Says, If any Man loves the World the Love of the Father is not in him, 1 John 2.15.
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if any thing at all of that, no more than the meer show and appearance.
if any thing At all of that, no more than the mere show and appearance.
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And this, where-ever it is, will utterly destroy the Substance and Life of Religion, and will leave a Man,
And this, wherever it is, will utterly destroy the Substance and Life of Religion, and will leave a Man,
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and they were governed by the Desire and Love of them. A great and excessive Value and regard to these things, was their fundamental Errour.
and they were governed by the Desire and Love of them. A great and excessive Valve and regard to these things, was their fundamental Error.
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They have no Thoughts or Affections, but what are concern'd and engag'd about the Earth. The things of this World had possession of their Minds, the preference of their Judgments;
They have no Thoughts or Affections, but what Are concerned and engaged about the Earth. The things of this World had possession of their Minds, the preference of their Judgments;
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The Summ of their ill Character, which is given in several Particulars, in the 18th and 19th Verses, is contain'd in the words which I have read for our present Text. They were such as did mind Earthly things. One Translation renders the word thus:
The Sum of their ill Character, which is given in several Particulars, in the 18th and 19th Verses, is contained in the words which I have read for our present Text. They were such as did mind Earthly things. One translation renders the word thus:
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and avoid the same Errour and Mischief.
and avoid the same Error and Mischief.
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He takes notice of such Persons as these, and mentions their ill Carriage, and the fatal Consequences of it, that others might be aware of,
He Takes notice of such Persons as these, and mentions their ill Carriage, and the fatal Consequences of it, that Others might be aware of,
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as he always was, for the Glory of God, and the Salvation of Men.
as he always was, for the Glory of God, and the Salvation of Men.
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And this must needs be a very sensible and grievous thing to one so much concern'd,
And this must needs be a very sensible and grievous thing to one so much concerned,
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even under that excellent Institution which was admirably fitted, and intended to procrue their Salvation:
even under that excellent Institution which was admirably fitted, and intended to procrue their Salvation:
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as to disparage their Holy Profession by the Wickedness of their Lives, and to incurr their own Destruction,
as to disparage their Holy Profession by the Wickedness of their Lives, and to incur their own Destruction,
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IT was an occasion of great Grief to this good Apostle, as he says, that there were some in the Church who govern'd themselves so,
IT was an occasion of great Grief to this good Apostle, as he Says, that there were Some in the Church who governed themselves so,
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Phil. 3.19. latter part. Who mind Earthly things.
Philip 3.19. latter part. Who mind Earthly things.
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and in one way or other.
and in one Way or other.
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Job 5.7. Man is born to Trouble as the Sparks fly upwards.
Job 5.7. Man is born to Trouble as the Sparks fly upward.
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IF our first Parents had retain'd their Original Innocency, neither they nor their Posterity had ever known Sorrow or Affliction.
IF our First Parents had retained their Original Innocency, neither they nor their Posterity had ever known Sorrow or Affliction.
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The wise and good Creatour made nothing to make it miserable; he does not hate the works of his own hands:
The wise and good Creator made nothing to make it miserable; he does not hate the works of his own hands:
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And in particular of Man, 'tis said, He does not afflict willingly, nor grieve the Children of Men ▪ But our first Parents fell into Sin,
And in particular of Man, it's said, He does not afflict willingly, nor grieve the Children of Men ▪ But our First Parents fell into since,
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and with themselves involv'd us in Guilt, and this has exposed us all to Misery. Therefore the Apostle says, Rom. 5.5. Death past upon all Men, for that all have sinned.
and with themselves involved us in Gilded, and this has exposed us all to Misery. Therefore the Apostle Says, Rom. 5.5. Death passed upon all Men, for that all have sinned.
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Now as we are by Nature Children of Wrath, we come crying into this World: and Man is born to Trouble as the Sparks fly upwards.
Now as we Are by Nature Children of Wrath, we come crying into this World: and Man is born to Trouble as the Sparks fly upward.
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That is, The trouble and affliction of this Life is as natural, as common to Mankind as is the property in Sparks to fly upwards.
That is, The trouble and affliction of this Life is as natural, as Common to Mankind as is the property in Sparks to fly upward.
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Affliction and Misery are the common Lot, and all of us shall have a share in them at one time,
Affliction and Misery Are the Common Lot, and all of us shall have a share in them At one time,
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Indeed innumerable Evils do continually compass us about, and we can seldom if ever be free from all of them.
Indeed innumerable Evils do continually compass us about, and we can seldom if ever be free from all of them.
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And so many things are necessary to make us perfectly at Ease and Happy, that some or other of them are likely to be always Absent.
And so many things Are necessary to make us perfectly At Ease and Happy, that Some or other of them Are likely to be always Absent.
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And besides, every good is liable to some Defect and Imperfection, or to the mixture, and allay of some very sensible Inconvenience.
And beside, every good is liable to Some Defect and Imperfection, or to the mixture, and allay of Some very sensible Inconvenience.
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If we will liberally enjoy our Pleasures we must abandon Wealth; if we will gather great Wealth, we must be sparing in Pleasure:
If we will liberally enjoy our Pleasures we must abandon Wealth; if we will gather great Wealth, we must be sparing in Pleasure:
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Our Honours are attended with Danger, Envy, and Toil; our rest and peace with Uselessness, Obscurity, and Contempt.
Our Honours Are attended with Danger, Envy, and Toil; our rest and peace with Uselessness, Obscurity, and Contempt.
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But altho' this Truth proves it self to every Mans observation or experience:
But although this Truth Proves it self to every men observation or experience:
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Yet we are so hard to be convinced of what we would not have to be true;
Yet we Are so hard to be convinced of what we would not have to be true;
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that there are but few among Men who will believe, or be sensible of this.
that there Are but few among Men who will believe, or be sensible of this.
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We are all possest with too good an Opinion of this Life, and do think it possible to make our selves very happy here.
We Are all possessed with too good an Opinion of this Life, and do think it possible to make our selves very happy Here.
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If in one Condition we are not so happy as we would be, yet we think this may be attain'd in another.
If in one Condition we Are not so happy as we would be, yet we think this may be attained in Another.
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And tho' a perfect Rest and Happiness here could never yet be attain'd, yet we will think it may be.
And though a perfect Rest and Happiness Here could never yet be attained, yet we will think it may be.
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We think if it were not for this, or that particular thing that troubles us we should be happy enough;
We think if it were not for this, or that particular thing that Troubles us we should be happy enough;
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or if we had but such and such things more that we desire, we should have nothing more to desire:
or if we had but such and such things more that we desire, we should have nothing more to desire:
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But we forget that if the present Evils which encomber us were removed, we should still be liable to some others;
But we forget that if the present Evils which encumber us were removed, we should still be liable to Some Others;
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and if we had those other good things we desire they might bring some Inconveniences with them which we do not foresee,
and if we had those other good things we desire they might bring Some Inconveniences with them which we do not foresee,
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and might even themselves occasion new Necessities and Desires.
and might even themselves occasion new Necessities and Desires.
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Thus we are generally unconvinced and unsensible of this Truth, and that we are so, is many ways an evil and a mischief to us.
Thus we Are generally unconvinced and unsensible of this Truth, and that we Are so, is many ways an evil and a mischief to us.
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We continually expect to be happy here, and flatter our selves with hopes of good and pleasant Circumstances;
We continually expect to be happy Here, and flatter our selves with hope's of good and pleasant circumstances;
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and we meet with bitter and evil ones; and they are the more evil and bitter as they come unexpected.
and we meet with bitter and evil ones; and they Are the more evil and bitter as they come unexpected.
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Many men when they fall into Affliction are surprized and amazed, because they never thought that any such thing would ever have happened to them.
Many men when they fallen into Affliction Are surprised and amazed, Because they never Thought that any such thing would ever have happened to them.
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Hence too we are always restless and moving, or given to Change: and soon longing for alteration in every Condition.
Hence too we Are always restless and moving, or given to Change: and soon longing for alteration in every Condition.
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We can never acquiesce in what the Providence of God orders for us:
We can never acquiesce in what the Providence of God order for us:
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Besides, while we promise our selves Ease and Happiness here, we apply our selves wholly to the Cares and Enjoyments of this Life.
Beside, while we promise our selves Ease and Happiness Here, we apply our selves wholly to the Cares and Enjoyments of this Life.
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We make it our greatest Concern to remove or avoid present Inconveniences, and to furnish and accommodate our selves with the good things here.
We make it our greatest Concern to remove or avoid present Inconveniences, and to furnish and accommodate our selves with the good things Here.
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This takes up all our thoughts and care, and our Hearts are the mean while stoln away from God,
This Takes up all our thoughts and care, and our Hearts Are the mean while stolen away from God,
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and Heavenly things, and we are diverted from our chief Concern and Business.
and Heavenly things, and we Are diverted from our chief Concern and Business.
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It is very useful then as well as necessary to insist a little upon this matter, to shew how very liable this Life is to Misery and Affliction;
It is very useful then as well as necessary to insist a little upon this matter, to show how very liable this Life is to Misery and Affliction;
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after which I shall suggest the due use and Improvement of the sad Truth. In the first place I shall shew, that this Life is exceedingly exposed to Affliction,
After which I shall suggest the due use and Improvement of the sad Truth. In the First place I shall show, that this Life is exceedingly exposed to Affliction,
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or that, Man is born to trouble as the Sparks fly upwards.
or that, Man is born to trouble as the Sparks fly upward.
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And this will be most evidently prov'd by producing the many Causes or fruitful Springs of vexation and trouble which attend our Condition in this World.
And this will be most evidently proved by producing the many Causes or fruitful Springs of vexation and trouble which attend our Condition in this World.
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And they are all these following. 1. The weak and mutable Nature of all our Enjoyments in this World.
And they Are all these following. 1. The weak and mutable Nature of all our Enjoyments in this World.
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All things here are in continual Motion, they are like the Sea, either ebbing or flowing, either rising by degrees to their highest Perfection and Goodness;
All things Here Are in continual Motion, they Are like the Sea, either ebbing or flowing, either rising by Degrees to their highest Perfection and goodness;
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or decaying and ebbing from it.
or decaying and ebbing from it.
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Our great Affection for them is not attended with power to bring them to their Perfection when we please, nor to stay them there.
Our great Affection for them is not attended with power to bring them to their Perfection when we please, nor to stay them there.
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The Apostle says, The fashion of this World passes away. They are all transitory and mutable things, that make up our Portion in this Life;
The Apostle Says, The fashion of this World passes away. They Are all transitory and mutable things, that make up our Portion in this Life;
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and it is pain and grief to us to think of or expect, and to find the Change of what we love and expected our Happiness from.
and it is pain and grief to us to think of or expect, and to find the Change of what we love and expected our Happiness from.
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All things in their natural Course are subject to Change, and are besides expos'd to many mischievous Accidents which may suddenly alter and deprive us of them.
All things in their natural Course Are Subject to Change, and Are beside exposed to many mischievous Accidents which may suddenly altar and deprive us of them.
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2. The Frailty and Weakness of our mortal Bodies, is another Cause and Spring of much affliction and trouble to this Life.
2. The Frailty and Weakness of our Mortal Bodies, is Another Cause and Spring of much affliction and trouble to this Life.
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Our Bodies since the first sin are doom'd to Dust and Dissolution from their Birth. And this incurable Disease of mortality is an Inlet to a thousand others.
Our Bodies since the First since Are doomed to Dust and Dissolution from their Birth. And this incurable Disease of mortality is an Inlet to a thousand Others.
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I might say perhaps, that the Diseases of the Humane Body are innumerable.
I might say perhaps, that the Diseases of the Humane Body Are innumerable.
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If all that are or have been felt should be mention'd upon this Occasion, yet we could not be secure that there would be no more:
If all that Are or have been felt should be mentioned upon this Occasion, yet we could not be secure that there would be no more:
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For new Distempers often invade us, and such as were not known before.
For new Distempers often invade us, and such as were not known before.
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Every part of us may be affected with various Maladies, every part harbours the Seeds of mortality and Distemper.
Every part of us may be affected with various Maladies, every part harbours the Seeds of mortality and Distemper.
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We are very easily disorder'd and very often so.
We Are very Easily disordered and very often so.
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All Flesh is as Grass, and the Glory thereof as the Flower of the Field, says the Prophet, Isa. 40.6. Intimating that 'tis easily wither'd and destroy'd.
All Flesh is as Grass, and the Glory thereof as the Flower of the Field, Says the Prophet, Isaiah 40.6. Intimating that it's Easily withered and destroyed.
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An infected Air, a Sun-beam a little hotter than ordinary, a draught of cold water, a little too much Exercise distempers and hurts our weak Constitution and Frame.
an infected Air, a Sunbeam a little hotter than ordinary, a draught of cold water, a little too much Exercise distempers and hurts our weak Constitution and Frame.
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Too much Pleasure and Joy, or too much Grief: A sudden Disappointment and Loss, or an unexpected good Fortune can disorder and hurt us.
Too much Pleasure and Joy, or too much Grief: A sudden Disappointment and Loss, or an unexpected good Fortune can disorder and hurt us.
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If Labour and Care do not waste and weaken, yet meer rest and sloth may impair us.
If Labour and Care do not waste and weaken, yet mere rest and sloth may impair us.
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If we are not expos'd to the Injuries and Inconveniences of Want we may be distemper'd with our Abundance.
If we Are not exposed to the Injuries and Inconveniences of Want we may be distempered with our Abundance.
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We may find many ways of being Sick and of Dying.
We may find many ways of being Sick and of Dying.
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The most curious piece of Clock-work, that has the greatest variety of Motions, and Wheels is the soonest put out of order.
The most curious piece of Clockwork, that has the greatest variety of Motions, and Wheels is the soonest put out of order.
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And such variety of Parts, and Humours, and Passages, and Operations there are in our Bodies, that they can hardly be long without feeling some Inconvenience.
And such variety of Parts, and Humours, and Passages, and Operations there Are in our Bodies, that they can hardly be long without feeling Some Inconvenience.
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But our Diseases are usually attended with very uneasie and afflicting Circumstances. They sometimes render us a Burden to our Friends, sometimes a prey to our Enemies:
But our Diseases Are usually attended with very uneasy and afflicting circumstances. They sometime render us a Burden to our Friends, sometime a prey to our Enemies:
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They take away our Liberty in confining us to a Retirement; they torment us with Pain;
They take away our Liberty in confining us to a Retirement; they torment us with Pain;
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and deprive us of the Sense and Enjoyment of Pleasure; they deface our Beauty, and weaken our Strength.
and deprive us of the Sense and Enjoyment of Pleasure; they deface our Beauty, and weaken our Strength.
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Nor have we any Remedies against these Evils, but what are also themselves very afflicting and uneasie.
Nor have we any Remedies against these Evils, but what Are also themselves very afflicting and uneasy.
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The tedious Methods, and loathsome Prescriptions of Physick, are almost as irksome and grievous as the Disease.
The tedious Methods, and loathsome Prescriptions of Physic, Are almost as irksome and grievous as the Disease.
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And how weak and poor is all the Art of Physick! how uncertain a Help to us!
And how weak and poor is all the Art of Physic! how uncertain a Help to us!
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Mortality at last certainly prevails against it, and the greatest Artists themselves are forced to yield to that.
Mortality At last Certainly prevails against it, and the greatest Artists themselves Are forced to yield to that.
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3. The Weakness and Folly, the Vices and Passions of our own Minds are another plentiful Spring and Source of affliction and trouble.
3. The Weakness and Folly, the Vices and Passion of our own Minds Are Another plentiful Spring and Source of affliction and trouble.
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How often are mens Passions and Lusts their own Tormentors? Here we are gnawn with Envy at another mans Prosperity;
How often Are men's Passion and Lustiest their own Tormentors? Here we Are gnawn with Envy At Another men Prosperity;
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there we pine and fret our selves at another mans incurable Misery.
there we pine and fret our selves At Another men incurable Misery.
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How many doubts and Anxieties, how many Jealousies and Griefs, and fears and desires wrack and distract us!
How many doubts and Anxieties, how many Jealousies and Griefs, and fears and Desires wrack and distract us!
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We often fear where no fear is, that is, where we have no cause to Fear,
We often Fear where no Fear is, that is, where we have no cause to fear,
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and grieve where we have no cause of Grief.
and grieve where we have no cause of Grief.
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When we are not encumbred with any real Evils, we torment our selves with Imaginary ones.
When we Are not encumbered with any real Evils, we torment our selves with Imaginary ones.
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Those whom other People think do want nothing to make them very happy, are made truly miserable and uneasie, by their perverse Opinions of things.
Those whom other People think do want nothing to make them very happy, Are made truly miserable and uneasy, by their perverse Opinions of things.
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Very often do we vex our selves with our Advantages, and account our good Circumstances evil ones. One Man thinks himself poor in that Condition, which another man would account himself very rich in if he could attain to it.
Very often do we vex our selves with our Advantages, and account our good circumstances evil ones. One Man thinks himself poor in that Condition, which Another man would account himself very rich in if he could attain to it.
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A discontented Mind is it self a very great Burden, and able to imbitter and afflict our greatest Prosperity.
A discontented Mind is it self a very great Burden, and able to embitter and afflict our greatest Prosperity.
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The great inconstancy of our Minds gives us a great deal of trouble.
The great inconstancy of our Minds gives us a great deal of trouble.
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Now we vehemently and earnestly love, and most impatiently desire what we have not, and after a little while we disdain and loath,
Now we vehemently and earnestly love, and most impatiently desire what we have not, and After a little while we disdain and loath,
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and as eagerly dislike and distate.
and as eagerly dislike and distate.
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We change and then think our Condition does, and so afflict our selves with this Conceit.
We change and then think our Condition does, and so afflict our selves with this Conceit.
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We think the good we enjoy is alter'd and grown less good, when 'tis only our pall'd Fancy that deprives us of the true relish of it:
We think the good we enjoy is altered and grown less good, when it's only our palled Fancy that deprives us of the true relish of it:
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We commonly much value none but absent Goods, or such as we have but newly obtain'd.
We commonly much valve none but absent Goods, or such as we have but newly obtained.
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And perhaps our wanton and fickle Minds have entertain'd some new desire, and then nothing can please us till that be gratified.
And perhaps our wanton and fickle Minds have entertained Some new desire, and then nothing can please us till that be gratified.
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That puts an ungovern'd Mind upon a continual rack, and makes all its present Enjoyments tasteless and insipid.
That puts an ungoverned Mind upon a continual rack, and makes all its present Enjoyments tasteless and insipid.
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It is the natural and common effect of many Vices to afflict and trouble those that harbour them.
It is the natural and Common Effect of many Vices to afflict and trouble those that harbour them.
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Covetousness is always tormented with the desire of having, 'tis like an Hunger never satisfied:
Covetousness is always tormented with the desire of having, it's like an Hunger never satisfied:
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It makes a Man run into a thousand dangers perhaps of losing what he already possesses, perhaps of his Life it self, that he may encrease his Portion, and have more than enough.
It makes a Man run into a thousand dangers perhaps of losing what he already Possesses, perhaps of his Life it self, that he may increase his Portion, and have more than enough.
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Ambition is always restless and aspiring, climbing after an envied and dangerous Height, and so exposing a Man to storms and mischiefs.
Ambition is always restless and aspiring, climbing After an envied and dangerous Height, and so exposing a Man to storms and mischiefs.
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A Prodigal humour that is never pleased but when 'tis spending, wastes a great Estate,
A Prodigal humour that is never pleased but when it's spending, wastes a great Estate,
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and puts a Man under the Straits and Difficulties of Poverty, even in the midst of a plentiful Fortune.
and puts a Man under the Straits and Difficulties of Poverty, even in the midst of a plentiful Fortune.
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Intemperance, and the ungovern'd love and desire of sensual Pleasure distract the mind, waste the Estate, impair the Health,
Intemperance, and the ungoverned love and desire of sensual Pleasure distract the mind, waste the Estate, impair the Health,
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and bring upon a Man betimes the decays and infirmities of old Age. Thus does our own Folly often and many ways afflict us.
and bring upon a Man betimes the decays and infirmities of old Age. Thus does our own Folly often and many ways afflict us.
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4. The Wickedness of mankind is the cause of a great deal of mischief and affliction to one another, as well as to themselves.
4. The Wickedness of mankind is the cause of a great deal of mischief and affliction to one Another, as well as to themselves.
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The wickedness of the World produces more Calamity and Affliction, than all other Causes of evil besides.
The wickedness of the World produces more Calamity and Affliction, than all other Causes of evil beside.
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Man is the worst Enemy to Man that is in all this World, so far as he is wicked.
Man is the worst Enemy to Man that is in all this World, so Far as he is wicked.
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Religion teaches the Love, Wickedness the hatred of every one besides our selves.
Religion Teaches the Love, Wickedness the hatred of every one beside our selves.
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If mankind were agreed and would combine, as it were reasonable they should do to make this wretched Life as comfortable to each other as they could, this would be some allay to the other Evils that assault us,
If mankind were agreed and would combine, as it were reasonable they should do to make this wretched Life as comfortable to each other as they could, this would be Some allay to the other Evils that assault us,
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but instead of this we are set one against another. If one be prosperous, others envy and undermine him;
but instead of this we Are Set one against Another. If one be prosperous, Others envy and undermine him;
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if a Man be afflicted others rejoyce at it, and trample upon him and disdain him.
if a Man be afflicted Others rejoice At it, and trample upon him and disdain him.
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No Creature upon Earth does persecute Man with greater fury than Man does, when he is instigated by lawless and exorbitant Lusts,
No Creature upon Earth does persecute Man with greater fury than Man does, when he is instigated by lawless and exorbitant Lustiest,
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and he has more Wit and Subtlety likewise to do mischief with than any other. Hence are the terrible mischiefs of Lust and Rage, of Envy and Ambition, of Covetousness, and jealous Suspicion.
and he has more Wit and Subtlety likewise to do mischief with than any other. Hence Are the terrible mischiefs of Lust and Rage, of Envy and Ambition, of Covetousness, and jealous Suspicion.
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Hence are Frauds and Oppressions, the violent perverting of Judgment and Justice in a Province, by the Tyranny of Rulers,
Hence Are Frauds and Oppressions, the violent perverting of Judgement and justice in a Province, by the Tyranny of Rulers,
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or the Rebellions of the People:
or the Rebellions of the People:
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Hence proceed very often the Widows tears, the Orphans sighs, and the Groans of the oppressed.
Hence proceed very often the Widows tears, the Orphans sighs, and the Groans of the oppressed.
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Hence are Slanders and Backbitings, bitter Revilings, false Witnessings, Detractions, and all the Injuries of a malicious Tongue, all which are very sensible in themselves,
Hence Are Slanders and Backbitings, bitter Revilings, false Witnessings, Detractions, and all the Injuries of a malicious Tongue, all which Are very sensible in themselves,
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and often draw more evil with them in their Effects.
and often draw more evil with them in their Effects.
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Hence too come publick Wars and Commotions, and with them a vast Inundation of Woes and Calamities.
Hence too come public Wars and Commotions, and with them a vast Inundation of Woes and Calamities.
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In War as one says (in Whitl. Mem. ) mankind must surrender up Laws, Liberties, Properties,
In War as one Says (in Whitl. Mem.) mankind must surrender up Laws, Liberties, Properties,
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and Lives into the hands of insolent Soldiers;
and Lives into the hands of insolent Soldiers;
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whose rage and violence will Command all that we have, and Reason, Honour and Justice forsake the World The ignoble then rule the Noble,
whose rage and violence will Command all that we have, and Reason, Honour and justice forsake the World The ignoble then Rule the Noble,
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and baseness is preferr'd before worth; Licentious wickedness before Piety and Vertue.
and baseness is preferred before worth; Licentious wickedness before Piety and Virtue.
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In War a potent People become weak, and the rich poor, and mankind are the Instruments of their own ruine;
In War a potent People become weak, and the rich poor, and mankind Are the Instruments of their own ruin;
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we burn our own Houses, lay waste our own Fields, pillage our own Goods, open our own Veins,
we burn our own Houses, lay waste our own Fields, pillage our own Goods, open our own veins,
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and eat out the Bowels of our own kind.
and eat out the Bowels of our own kind.
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In War men water the ground with the Blood of men, and give their Carkasses for a Portion to Foxes, and Birds of Prey.
In War men water the ground with the Blood of men, and give their Carcases for a Portion to Foxes, and Birds of Prey.
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The sum of War (as the same person says) is the rage of Fire and Sword,
The sum of War (as the same person Says) is the rage of Fire and Sword,
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or, which is worse, of brutish Men.
or, which is Worse, of brutish Men.
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How much reason have all mankind then to say after the Psalmist, scatter O Lord, the People that delight in War.
How much reason have all mankind then to say After the Psalmist, scatter Oh Lord, the People that delight in War.
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5. Another frequent Cause of Misery and Affliction, is the disorder of Nature and the Elements.
5. another frequent Cause of Misery and Affliction, is the disorder of Nature and the Elements.
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Sometimes the Air infects us with mortal, noisome, painful Diseases, or the Sea overwhelms us in a mighty Inundation,
Sometime the Air infects us with Mortal, noisome, painful Diseases, or the Sea overwhelms us in a mighty Inundation,
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or the Earth opens and swallows us up, or buries us in the Ruines of our Habitations.
or the Earth Opens and Swallows us up, or buries us in the Ruins of our Habitations.
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Sometimes the Heavens above are as Brass, and the Earth under us as Iron:
Sometime the Heavens above Are as Brass, and the Earth under us as Iron:
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Or the Clouds pour down excessive and continual Showers, and by both these ways may a fruitful Land he turn'd into Barrenness.
Or the Clouds pour down excessive and continual Showers, and by both these ways may a fruitful Land he turned into barrenness.
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Sometimes unseasonable Weather makes Nature fail, and the Fruit-Trees forget to bring forth after their kind:
Sometime unseasonable Weather makes Nature fail, and the Fruit trees forget to bring forth After their kind:
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Sometimes it spoils what is brought forth, and takes away our Corn, and Wine, and Oyl, in the time of gathering them.
Sometime it spoils what is brought forth, and Takes away our Corn, and Wine, and Oil, in the time of gathering them.
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Sometimes we are parched with long, excessive Heats, at other times chill'd and greatly Incommoded with long excessive Colds.
Sometime we Are parched with long, excessive Heats, At other times chilled and greatly Incommoded with long excessive Colds.
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All Climates are liable to inconvenient and afflicting Seasons. Sometimes we become a Prey to wild Beasts;
All Climates Are liable to inconvenient and afflicting Seasons. Sometime we become a Prey to wild Beasts;
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sometimes the tame ones Rebel and mischief us.
sometime the tame ones Rebel and mischief us.
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All things in Nature at times shew their Enmity to Man, their readiness to revenge upon us the Affronts which we carelessly offer the common Sovereign of the World,
All things in Nature At times show their Enmity to Man, their readiness to revenge upon us the Affronts which we carelessly offer the Common Sovereign of the World,
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and seem to have conspir'd our Ruin. All things at times plague and hurt us; even the most innocent things, and the most weak, and the most useful ones.
and seem to have conspired our Ruin. All things At times plague and hurt us; even the most innocent things, and the most weak, and the most useful ones.
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We often meet with Calamity and Affliction from those things which were Originally made and intended for our Comfort and Support.
We often meet with Calamity and Affliction from those things which were Originally made and intended for our Comfort and Support.
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6. There is yet another frequent Cause of Misery and Affliction, and that is our Adversary the Devil:
6. There is yet Another frequent Cause of Misery and Affliction, and that is our Adversary the devil:
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He, as the Scripture speaks, like a roaring Lion goes about daily, seeking whom he may devour.
He, as the Scripture speaks, like a roaring lion Goes about daily, seeking whom he may devour.
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A malicious, subtle, unwearied and industrious Adversary this is:
A malicious, subtle, unwearied and Industria Adversary this is:
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And he sometimes brings Calamity upon us by our own Wickedness and Folly, which he tempts and deludes us into:
And he sometime brings Calamity upon us by our own Wickedness and Folly, which he tempts and deludes us into:
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Sometimes he sets the Wickedness of other Men against us, excites their Rage, and provokes their Lusts and Vices to do us mischief:
Sometime he sets the Wickedness of other Men against us, excites their Rage, and provokes their Lustiest and Vices to do us mischief:
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Sometimes the Elements are his Instruments to hurt us;
Sometime the Elements Are his Instruments to hurt us;
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and the Beasts, which should be serviceable and comfortable, by his instigation and impulse, prove vexatius and mischievous.
and the Beasts, which should be serviceable and comfortable, by his instigation and impulse, prove vexatius and mischievous.
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He often uses all the other Causes of Evil and Calamity, is always ready to do mischief,
He often uses all the other Causes of Evil and Calamity, is always ready to do mischief,
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and seeks opportunity and permission to vex and trouble wretched Mankind.
and seeks opportunity and permission to vex and trouble wretched Mankind.
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This we may see confirm'd in the Histories of Job and Ahab. If a Good Man is to be tried by Afflictions,
This we may see confirmed in the Histories of Job and Ahab. If a Good Man is to be tried by Afflictions,
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like Job, for the greater Encrease and greater Glory of his Vertues, the Devil is ready to be the Instrument of his present Smart and Trouble.
like Job, for the greater Increase and greater Glory of his Virtues, the devil is ready to be the Instrument of his present Smart and Trouble.
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If a wicked Man, like Ahab, is abandon'd to his deserved Ruin, and is to be destroy'd, the Devil is also ready to be the Instrument of his Mischief and Execution.
If a wicked Man, like Ahab, is abandoned to his deserved Ruin, and is to be destroyed, the devil is also ready to be the Instrument of his Mischief and Execution.
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And there are perhaps many Legions of these wicked and malicious Spirits hovering about in the Air,
And there Are perhaps many Legions of these wicked and malicious Spirits hovering about in the Air,
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and dispers'd upon the face of the Earth, seeking opportunity to do mischief to Mankind,
and dispersed upon the face of the Earth, seeking opportunity to do mischief to Mankind,
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and observing where they can find any person in any measure committed to their Malice by the Providence of God, that they may afflict and hurt him.
and observing where they can find any person in any measure committed to their Malice by the Providence of God, that they may afflict and hurt him.
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Thus is our wretched Life on Earth beset with Enemies; thus is it surrounded with Misery and Trouble.
Thus is our wretched Life on Earth beset with Enemies; thus is it surrounded with Misery and Trouble.
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And since this is the Condition of it;
And since this is the Condition of it;
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since 'tis thus exposed, well may it be said, as in the Text, Man is born to Trouble as the sparks fly upward.
since it's thus exposed, well may it be said, as in the Text, Man is born to Trouble as the sparks fly upward.
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I am now to proceed to the Application of this Truth, to direct the due Use and Improvement of it;
I am now to proceed to the Application of this Truth, to Direct the due Use and Improvement of it;
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that so we may derive Good from this Evil, bring Light out of the Darkness, and receive the happy Fruits of Joy and Comfort from these Sorrows and Miseries.
that so we may derive Good from this Evil, bring Light out of the Darkness, and receive the happy Fruits of Joy and Comfort from these Sorrows and Misery's.
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And this may be if we will help and suffer this Truth to have its due Influence upon us in the following Particulars.
And this may be if we will help and suffer this Truth to have its due Influence upon us in the following Particulars.
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1. This should possess us with a just Disdain and Contempt of the present Life, and make us follicitous to secure the Enjoyment of a better hereafter.
1. This should possess us with a just Disdain and Contempt of the present Life, and make us solicitous to secure the Enjoyment of a better hereafter.
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We should look upon this Life as a State accursed, as incurably liable to Misery and Affliction;
We should look upon this Life as a State accursed, as incurably liable to Misery and Affliction;
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and therefore should despair to be ever perfectly Happy here, and not seek our Rest where 'tis not to be found, but where it is.
and Therefore should despair to be ever perfectly Happy Here, and not seek our Rest where it's not to be found, but where it is.
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We may justly account it very unreasonable and foolish to pursue with immoderate Labour and Application the Things that are so mixed with Evil, which we cannot enjoy pure,
We may justly account it very unreasonable and foolish to pursue with immoderate Labour and Application the Things that Are so mixed with Evil, which we cannot enjoy pure,
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but they will be attended with some Inconvenience do what we can:
but they will be attended with Some Inconvenience do what we can:
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Things which we cannot have a sure or safe possession of, which are so liable to fade and change.
Things which we cannot have a sure or safe possession of, which Are so liable to fade and change.
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Such things cannot be worthy to detain our Minds here below, to confine our Thoughts and Care to such a Life as this:
Such things cannot be worthy to detain our Minds Here below, to confine our Thoughts and Care to such a Life as this:
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But since we cannot have a better Life on Earth, it should engage us with the more Earnestness to endeavour the securing a better hereafter.
But since we cannot have a better Life on Earth, it should engage us with the more Earnestness to endeavour the securing a better hereafter.
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Since we can have here no enduring City, we should seek one to come.
Since we can have Here no enduring city, we should seek one to come.
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Since we can have here no perfect Happiness, we should make sure that hereafter we may.
Since we can have Here no perfect Happiness, we should make sure that hereafter we may.
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The Miseries of this Life should raise our Esteem and Desire of the Felicities of the next:
The Misery's of this Life should raise our Esteem and Desire of the Felicities of the next:
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They may reasonably make us indifferent towards all things here, and onely much concern'd to secure the Happiness that is to come.
They may reasonably make us indifferent towards all things Here, and only much concerned to secure the Happiness that is to come.
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They may justly reconcile us to the Thoughts of our own Death, and mitigate our Grief for the Departure of those that are dear to us:
They may justly reconcile us to the Thoughts of our own Death, and mitigate our Grief for the Departure of those that Are dear to us:
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And we may certainly say with great Reason upon this account, Blessed are the Dead that die in the Lord.
And we may Certainly say with great Reason upon this account, Blessed Are the Dead that die in the Lord.
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2. This Truth should help us to be patient under the Evils and Inconveniences which at any time encomber us.
2. This Truth should help us to be patient under the Evils and Inconveniences which At any time encumber us.
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It should teach us to say, If I should throw off these Evils, I shall be expos'd to others:
It should teach us to say, If I should throw off these Evils, I shall be exposed to Others:
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And if I cannot bear these in truth I can bear none.
And if I cannot bear these in truth I can bear none.
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I may think other Inconveniences lighter than these till I feel them, but then perhaps they will appear much heavier.
I may think other Inconveniences lighter than these till I feel them, but then perhaps they will appear much Heavier.
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What portion and share of Evil it pleases the Supream Governour of the World to dispence to us, should be humbly submitted to,
What portion and share of Evil it Pleases the Supreme Governor of the World to dispense to us, should be humbly submitted to,
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lest by undue Endeavours to throw it off, we should encrease our Burden.
lest by undue Endeavours to throw it off, we should increase our Burden.
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This should correct that very foolish and mischievous Inconstancy, which is, after a little while, sick of the things we have,
This should correct that very foolish and mischievous Inconstancy, which is, After a little while, sick of the things we have,
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and the Condition we are in, fancying we see in them mighty Inconveniences, and then impatient for Alterations.
and the Condition we Are in, fancying we see in them mighty Inconveniences, and then impatient for Alterations.
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It is a common and a mischievous Folly of Mankind that we can bear no Inconveniences;
It is a Common and a mischievous Folly of Mankind that we can bear no Inconveniences;
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that we are apt to think there are none but those we feel, or none so intolerable as they:
that we Are apt to think there Are none but those we feel, or none so intolerable as they:
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And that we are hereupon always restless, and given to change, both the publick and the particular State of our Affairs.
And that we Are hereupon always restless, and given to change, both the public and the particular State of our Affairs.
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We are discontented at one sort of Government, and think all our Inconveniences would be remov'd,
We Are discontented At one sort of Government, and think all our Inconveniences would be removed,
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if the Constitution were but alter'd according to the Model of our own Inventions.
if the Constitution were but altered according to the Model of our own Inventions.
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We are discontented at such and such Governours, and conclude all would be well with us if they were remov'd,
We Are discontented At such and such Governors, and conclude all would be well with us if they were removed,
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and others were in their places.
and Others were in their places.
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And we forget that there is Imperfection in all Men, that all are liable to Errour and Mistake;
And we forget that there is Imperfection in all Men, that all Are liable to Error and Mistake;
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that however well they design, no Government can always do so well as they would;
that however well they Design, no Government can always do so well as they would;
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that the Providence of God over-rules all things, and sometimes he thinks fit to infatuate the wisest Counsels,
that the Providence of God overrules all things, and sometime he thinks fit to infatuate the Wisest Counsels,
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and to weaken and frustrate the most vigorous Endeavours. This very unquiet Humour will add to our Evils:
and to weaken and frustrate the most vigorous Endeavours. This very unquiet Humour will add to our Evils:
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Nothing can be more mischievous to the Welfare of States, or the Prosperity of a Man's private Fortune,
Nothing can be more mischievous to the Welfare of States, or the Prosperity of a Man's private Fortune,
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than the Humour of altering upon every Inconvenience we meet with. By continual Altering to mend, we spoil our Fortune;
than the Humour of altering upon every Inconvenience we meet with. By continual Altering to mend, we spoil our Fortune;
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To be always seeking Grievances, and redressing them, would encrease their Number, and be it self the greatest Grievance of all;
To be always seeking Grievances, and redressing them, would increase their Number, and be it self the greatest Grievance of all;
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as he that is always taking Physick may soon kill himself, and may be sure he shall never be well.
as he that is always taking Physic may soon kill himself, and may be sure he shall never be well.
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Let us consider, then, that we cannot be perfectly Happy in this Life; there is Imperfection in all things, and mixture of Evil with all;
Let us Consider, then, that we cannot be perfectly Happy in this Life; there is Imperfection in all things, and mixture of Evil with all;
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and it is wiser and safer for us to bear the Evils which are tolerable, than by impatient Endeavours and undue Means to seek our Deliverance from them.
and it is Wiser and safer for us to bear the Evils which Are tolerable, than by impatient Endeavours and undue Means to seek our Deliverance from them.
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And he that has a Habit of Contentment and Patience, will thereby make every Condition tolerable;
And he that has a Habit of Contentment and Patience, will thereby make every Condition tolerable;
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but he that has not this, will be plagued in every Condition with his own discontented Humour,
but he that has not this, will be plagued in every Condition with his own discontented Humour,
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if there were nothing else in it to trouble him, and that Humour encreases the Load of every Inconvenience;
if there were nothing Else in it to trouble him, and that Humour increases the Load of every Inconvenience;
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and will be apt to hurt a Man more by putting him upon frequent Alterations, than the Inconveniences which he would not bear would hurt him.
and will be apt to hurt a Man more by putting him upon frequent Alterations, than the Inconveniences which he would not bear would hurt him.
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3. This exposed and miserable Condition of the present Life should perswade all Men to the steady Practice of Religion and Vertue.
3. This exposed and miserable Condition of the present Life should persuade all Men to the steady Practice of Religion and Virtue.
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There is a great deal of Argument for this in it.
There is a great deal of Argument for this in it.
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Nothing can possibly render us so well provided against the Miseries of this Life, as to Live well, to keep a Good Conscience, and to please God.
Nothing can possibly render us so well provided against the Misery's of this Life, as to Live well, to keep a Good Conscience, and to please God.
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Tho' Affliction is the Common Lot, and Religion and Vertue cannot always exempt any Man from Suffering;
Though Affliction is the Common Lot, and Religion and Virtue cannot always exempt any Man from Suffering;
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yet the Religious and Good Man has much the Advantage of all others in the same common liableness to this:
yet the Religious and Good Man has much the Advantage of all Others in the same Common liableness to this:
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Which will abundantly appear in the following Particulars, as they will also show this our sad Case to be a very considerable Argument for a Good Life.
Which will abundantly appear in the following Particulars, as they will also show this our sad Case to be a very considerable Argument for a Good Life.
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(1.) To Live well and Religiously, frees a Man from the Terrours and Threatnings of an Evil Conscience;
(1.) To Live well and Religiously, frees a Man from the Terrors and Threatenings of an Evil Conscience;
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a very necessary and advantageous Benefit in so sad a Case. It were sad indeed to be afflicted without and within too;
a very necessary and advantageous Benefit in so sad a Case. It were sad indeed to be afflicted without and within too;
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to have Vexation from the things about us, and to lash our selves at the same time.
to have Vexation from the things about us, and to lash our selves At the same time.
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To have a Man's Mind telling him, he owes his Miseries to himself, to his own Rashness and Folly;
To have a Man's Mind telling him, he owes his Misery's to himself, to his own Rashness and Folly;
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They are the Fruits and Effects of his extravagant Passions or enormous Vices.
They Are the Fruits and Effects of his extravagant Passion or enormous Vices.
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It is a very sad Condition that a Man is in, who lives continually exposed to Misery in this Life,
It is a very sad Condition that a Man is in, who lives continually exposed to Misery in this Life,
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and can expect no cure of it in Death: Whose guilty Conscience tells him, that in Death he must onely exchange his Misery;
and can expect no cure of it in Death: Whose guilty Conscience tells him, that in Death he must only exchange his Misery;
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and go from lighter to heavier, and worse; from the Vexations of this Life, to the Torments of Hell;
and go from lighter to Heavier, and Worse; from the Vexations of this Life, to the Torments of Hell;
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That he shall be committed from Temporal, to Eternal Evils.
That he shall be committed from Temporal, to Eternal Evils.
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But the Good Man is free from all these Fears, and so has much the more tolerable Condition.
But the Good Man is free from all these Fears, and so has much the more tolerable Condition.
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(2.) A Religious and Good Life gives a Man an Interest in the Favour of God;
(2.) A Religious and Good Life gives a Man an Interest in the Favour of God;
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and this is a mighty Support and Advantage in so dangerous and expos'd a Condition.
and this is a mighty Support and Advantage in so dangerous and exposed a Condition.
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The Great God is Lord and Governour of the World, and disposes of all things as he pleases;
The Great God is Lord and Governor of the World, and disposes of all things as he Pleases;
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nothing can come to pass but by his Order or Permission.
nothing can come to pass but by his Order or Permission.
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An interest in his Favour then assures a Man of two Things which are very necessary to our Comfort in such a Case,
an Interest in his Favour then assures a Man of two Things which Are very necessary to our Comfort in such a Case,
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and are very full of Comfort. It assures him of the Divine Protection: That the Almighty and All-knowing God takes care of him;
and Are very full of Comfort. It assures him of the Divine Protection: That the Almighty and All-knowing God Takes care of him;
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that he is not naked and utterly exposed, while many Evils surround him: That none of these Evils shall fall upon him but by God's Permission:
that he is not naked and utterly exposed, while many Evils surround him: That none of these Evils shall fallen upon him but by God's Permission:
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by the Permission of a faithful Friend and a tender Father:
by the Permission of a faithful Friend and a tender Father:
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Nothing shall happen to him but what Infinite Wisdom and Never-failing Love does permit to happen.
Nothing shall happen to him but what Infinite Wisdom and Never-failing Love does permit to happen.
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And such a Man must have the best-grounded Hope, that he may avoid Afflictions;
And such a Man must have the best-grounded Hope, that he may avoid Afflictions;
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but if he does fall under any, these Considerations will afford him great Satisfaction and Ease of Mind. Further;
but if he does fallen under any, these Considerations will afford him great Satisfaction and Ease of Mind. Further;
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an Interest in the Divine Favour assures a Man, that all things shall work together for his good.
an Interest in the Divine Favour assures a Man, that all things shall work together for his good.
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This is promised to such, and shall certainly be fulfill'd if their own Folly, and the forsaking of their Goodness does not prevent it.
This is promised to such, and shall Certainly be fulfilled if their own Folly, and the forsaking of their goodness does not prevent it.
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As Wisdom and Love order their Afflictions, they will not fail to turn these to their Advantage.
As Wisdom and Love order their Afflictions, they will not fail to turn these to their Advantage.
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Sometimes God has brought their temporal Advantage, and sometimes their spiritual from the Afflictions which they have endured.
Sometime God has brought their temporal Advantage, and sometime their spiritual from the Afflictions which they have endured.
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These perhaps have by unlikely ways brought about the greatest Comfort of their Lives.
These perhaps have by unlikely ways brought about the greatest Comfort of their Lives.
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They have sometimes given a man an entire Victory over some importunate Follies and Passions which he could not conquer before;
They have sometime given a man an entire Victory over Some importunate Follies and Passion which he could not conquer before;
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and sometimes given him such strength of Grace and Vertue, as without them he could never attain:
and sometime given him such strength of Grace and Virtue, as without them he could never attain:
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So that many Good men find reason to say with David, it was good for me that I was Afflicted.
So that many Good men find reason to say with David, it was good for me that I was Afflicted.
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Thus is an Interest in the Divine Favour, a very great Advantage to us in our present Misery;
Thus is an Interest in the Divine Favour, a very great Advantage to us in our present Misery;
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and this should move us to live well, that we may be in his Favour.
and this should move us to live well, that we may be in his Favour.
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3. A Vertuous and Religious Life affords a Man the comfortable Expectations of everlasting Happiness hereafter,
3. A Virtuous and Religious Life affords a Man the comfortable Expectations of everlasting Happiness hereafter,
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and such Expectations are very necessary and useful to us in our so dangerous a Condition.
and such Expectations Are very necessary and useful to us in our so dangerous a Condition.
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How will these inable us to triumph over all our present Danger or Affliction.
How will these inable us to triumph over all our present Danger or Affliction.
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When a Man can think I shall not long fear these Evils that threaten, or feel these that incumber me.
When a Man can think I shall not long Fear these Evils that threaten, or feel these that encumber me.
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I shall not long be vexed with the mutable and transitory Nature of the good things I enjoy.
I shall not long be vexed with the mutable and transitory Nature of the good things I enjoy.
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Tho' this World is not my Resting-place because 'tis defiled, yet there remains a Rest for the Servants of God, which I shall soon partake of;
Though this World is not my Resting place Because it's defiled, yet there remains a Rest for the Servants of God, which I shall soon partake of;
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and that shall never be disturb'd with Grief or Fear, because it shall never be defiled with Sin. There I shall enjoy stable and durable good things,
and that shall never be disturbed with Grief or fear, Because it shall never be defiled with Sin. There I shall enjoy stable and durable good things,
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an Inheritance which shall never fade away, immortal Honours and ever flowing Pleasure. There I shall have full Satisfaction, perfect Happiness, and unmixed Joy.
an Inheritance which shall never fade away, immortal Honours and ever flowing Pleasure. There I shall have full Satisfaction, perfect Happiness, and unmixed Joy.
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I am going towards that bright and serene World which knows no Clouds or Storms: I am hasting to it and very near it.
I am going towards that bright and serene World which knows no Clouds or Storms: I am hasting to it and very near it.
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I shall in a little while exchange my Sorrow for Joy, my Poverty for Riches, my Pain for Pleasure, my Meanness and Contempt for the highest Dignity and Honour, my ragged and poor Garments for a bright Robe, and Crown of immortal Glory.
I shall in a little while exchange my Sorrow for Joy, my Poverty for Riches, my Pain for Pleasure, my Meanness and Contempt for the highest Dignity and Honour, my ragged and poor Garments for a bright Robe, and Crown of immortal Glory.
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Thus may a good Man upon good Grounds comfort himself under the Dangers and Evils of this Life:
Thus may a good Man upon good Grounds Comfort himself under the Dangers and Evils of this Life:
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the never-failing promise of God gives him leave to entertain himself with such Expectations.
the never-failing promise of God gives him leave to entertain himself with such Expectations.
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And sure 'tis a very desireable thing to be able to entertain ones self with such,
And sure it's a very desirable thing to be able to entertain ones self with such,
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when Afflictions threaten or fall upon us:
when Afflictions threaten or fallen upon us:
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And this is certainly the very best Amendment that we can make of our miserable and exposed Condition, to be furnisht with the joyful Hopes of being Happy hereafter.
And this is Certainly the very best Amendment that we can make of our miserable and exposed Condition, to be furnished with the joyful Hope's of being Happy hereafter.
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This should perswade us, then, to a Life of Vertue and Religion which will allow us such Hopes.
This should persuade us, then, to a Life of Virtue and Religion which will allow us such Hope's.
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And if the Misery and Danger of this Life has such an effect upon us: If it does influence to the making us Good and Vertuous;
And if the Misery and Danger of this Life has such an Effect upon us: If it does influence to the making us Good and Virtuous;
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as we shall thereby be the better able to bear whatever Evils may befall us: so these Miseries will promote our Attainment of everlasting Happiness.
as we shall thereby be the better able to bear whatever Evils may befall us: so these Misery's will promote our Attainment of everlasting Happiness.
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And this would be, to very great Purpose indeed the deriving Light from the Darkness of this World, Good from its Evil,
And this would be, to very great Purpose indeed the deriving Light from the Darkness of this World, Good from its Evil,
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and Joy from its innumerable Sorrows;
and Joy from its innumerable Sorrows;
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Which, that we may all do, God of his infinite Mercy Grant through the Merits of Jesus Christ.
Which, that we may all do, God of his infinite Mercy Grant through the Merits of jesus christ.
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As David, when he was forced to leave Jerusalem and the Ark of God, submitted and said,
As David, when he was forced to leave Jerusalem and the Ark of God, submitted and said,
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if he will say he has no Pleasure in me, let him do unto me as seemeth good unto him.
if he will say he has no Pleasure in me, let him do unto me as seems good unto him.
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This will possess a Man with a very tractable obedient Temper.
This will possess a Man with a very tractable obedient Temper.
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He will be easily taught his Duty, easily convinced of his Faults, and ready to submit to the Commands of God:
He will be Easily taught his Duty, Easily convinced of his Faults, and ready to submit to the Commands of God:
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He will no more dispute, or cavil against his Duty, but will readily obey. This will make a Man very modest in his Expectations from God;
He will no more dispute, or cavil against his Duty, but will readily obey. This will make a Man very modest in his Expectations from God;
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as the Prodigal Son said, make me as one of thy hired Servants:
as the Prodigal Son said, make me as one of thy hired Servants:
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He will be glad if he may be admitted to any the least degree of Favour:
He will be glad if he may be admitted to any the least degree of Favour:
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Will resign himself to the Divine disposal; will account the meanest Service of him an Honour that he does not deserve;
Will resign himself to the Divine disposal; will account the Meanest Service of him an Honour that he does not deserve;
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and when he has done his best in the Service of God, he will account it a Favour if it pleases God to testifie any Acceptance of it.
and when he has done his best in the Service of God, he will account it a Favour if it Pleases God to testify any Acceptance of it.
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He will expect to find Acceptance, and to receive the Reward of his well-doing, only through the Merits and Righteousness of Jesus Christ.
He will expect to find Acceptance, and to receive the Reward of his welldoing, only through the Merits and Righteousness of jesus christ.
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This Contrition will also Season with Humility our Behaviour towards other Men.
This Contrition will also Season with Humility our Behaviour towards other Men.
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A Man will not be greedy of having much Honour and Respect paid him by others,
A Man will not be greedy of having much Honour and Respect paid him by Others,
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when he has but a low Opinion of himself.
when he has but a low Opinion of himself.
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It is therefore observ'd of Saul, that he was not duely touched with a Sense of his Sin,
It is Therefore observed of Saul, that he was not duly touched with a Sense of his since,
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when he was so concern'd for his own Honour at the same time that the Prophet had brought him a rebuke from God;
when he was so concerned for his own Honour At the same time that the Prophet had brought him a rebuke from God;
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as we may see, 1 Sam. 15.30. I have sinned (says he) yet honour me now I pray thee, before the Elders of my People.
as we may see, 1 Sam. 15.30. I have sinned (Says he) yet honour me now I pray thee, before the Elders of my People.
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A true Penitent will not be enrag'd at every little Indignity and Affront;
A true Penitent will not be enraged At every little Indignity and Affront;
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will not return railing for railing, nor give vilifying Language to those that do not mightily respect and honour him:
will not return railing for railing, nor give vilifying Language to those that do not mightily respect and honour him:
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He can bear Reproofs, and even Reproaches and Slanders, because no Man can say worse things of him than he is ready to say of himself:
He can bear Reproofs, and even Reproaches and Slanders, Because no Man can say Worse things of him than he is ready to say of himself:
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Like Saint Paul, who having said, Jesus Christ came into the World to save Sinners, adds, Of whom I am chief.
Like Saint Paul, who having said, jesus christ Come into the World to save Sinners, adds, Of whom I am chief.
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A true Penitent will not be stubborn and disobedient to Superiours and Governours:
A true Penitent will not be stubborn and disobedient to Superiors and Governors:
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He will not seek spiteful Interpretations of their Commands, that so he may find out Pretences to disobey them.
He will not seek spiteful Interpretations of their Commands, that so he may find out Pretences to disobey them.
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Again, this Disposition will not let a Man disdain any one: He will not think so many his Inferiours as he did formerly reckon such;
Again, this Disposition will not let a Man disdain any one: He will not think so many his Inferiors as he did formerly reckon such;
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and those that are unquestionably his Inferiours he will not despise them.
and those that Are unquestionably his Inferiors he will not despise them.
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He has ready in his thoughts that Question to check his Pride, who made thee to differ? This will make us patient and gentle towards the Infirmities of our Neighbours;
He has ready in his thoughts that Question to check his Pride, who made thee to differ? This will make us patient and gentle towards the Infirmities of our Neighbours;
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full of Forbearance, and ready to forgive, as knowing how much our own Imperfection, and frequent Faults, will make us need the Forbearance and Forgiveness of God and of our Neighbour.
full of Forbearance, and ready to forgive, as knowing how much our own Imperfection, and frequent Faults, will make us need the Forbearance and Forgiveness of God and of our Neighbour.
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Secondly, another Effect of true Contrition will be a good degree of Reformation in a Man's Life and Manners.
Secondly, Another Effect of true Contrition will be a good degree of Reformation in a Man's Life and Manners.
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This must needs be the Effect of a sincere Resolution, and earnest Endeavour to forsake our Sins.
This must needs be the Effect of a sincere Resolution, and earnest Endeavour to forsake our Sins.
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As we shall, like the Prodigal, immediately apply our selves to the Endeavour, and make no delay to put our Resolutions in practice,
As we shall, like the Prodigal, immediately apply our selves to the Endeavour, and make no Delay to put our Resolutions in practice,
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so the Grace of God is ready to help us in so doing: For 'tis said, He gives the Holy Spirit to them that ask him.
so the Grace of God is ready to help us in so doing: For it's said, He gives the Holy Spirit to them that ask him.
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If we earnestly desire his Assistance to this purpose, if we wait for it in a diligent use of the means of Grace we shall obtain it,
If we earnestly desire his Assistance to this purpose, if we wait for it in a diligent use of the means of Grace we shall obtain it,
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and thereby we shall get the Victory over our Sins.
and thereby we shall get the Victory over our Sins.
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So that this must needs be the Effect of a true Contrition, that we shall in some good measure reform and amend what was amiss in us.
So that this must needs be the Effect of a true Contrition, that we shall in Some good measure reform and amend what was amiss in us.
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It must make the unclean person Chaste, the intemperate Sober, the prophane Religious, the proud Humble,
It must make the unclean person Chaste, the intemperate Sobrium, the profane Religious, the proud Humble,
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as we may conclude from 1 Cor. 6.9.
as we may conclude from 1 Cor. 6.9.
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and Ephes. 5.5, 6. And in the Reformation of our selves we must not only forsake Sin,
and Ephesians 5.5, 6. And in the Reformation of our selves we must not only forsake since,
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but also set our selves to do all the good we can;
but also Set our selves to do all the good we can;
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we must endeavour particularly as we have opportunity and power, to practice the Vertues which are contrary to the Sins that we leave.
we must endeavour particularly as we have opportunity and power, to practice the Virtues which Are contrary to the Sins that we leave.
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We must not only turn from our Sins, but also do that which is lawful and right, as the Prophet exhorts Ezek. 18.27.
We must not only turn from our Sins, but also do that which is lawful and right, as the Prophet exhorts Ezekiel 18.27.
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Thus I have as I think sufficiently represented that Godly-Sorrow which the Apostle speaks of in our Text;
Thus I have as I think sufficiently represented that Godly sorrow which the Apostle speaks of in our Text;
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which he says works Repentance to Salvation not to be repented of.
which he Says works Repentance to Salvation not to be repented of.
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And it was necessary that I should so particularly describe it, that many may be thereby convinced how much they cheat themselves in this important Matter.
And it was necessary that I should so particularly describe it, that many may be thereby convinced how much they cheat themselves in this important Matter.
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It is a common thing for Men to take a little regret and trouble after the Sin with some Supplications to God for Pardon to be a true Repentance.
It is a Common thing for Men to take a little regret and trouble After the since with Some Supplications to God for Pardon to be a true Repentance.
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It is necessary therefore to undeceive them;
It is necessary Therefore to undeceive them;
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that they should be made to know Repentance, when true, is a more solid and serious thing.
that they should be made to know Repentance, when true, is a more solid and serious thing.
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It is not a transient fit of Sorrow, but the setled and abiding Disposition of the Mind,
It is not a Transient fit of Sorrow, but the settled and abiding Disposition of the Mind,
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and requires that we do fall out with Sin and hate it in our hearts, and that we forsake it in our Lives.
and requires that we do fallen out with since and hate it in our hearts, and that we forsake it in our Lives.
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If we thus Sorrow for our Sins we shall repent to Salvation, and find Favour with God;
If we thus Sorrow for our Sins we shall Repent to Salvation, and find Favour with God;
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which that we may do God of his infinite Mercy grant through the Mediation of Jesus Christ, to whom with the Father,
which that we may do God of his infinite Mercy grant through the Mediation of jesus christ, to whom with the Father,
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and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Glory World without end. Amen.
and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Glory World without end. Amen.
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2 Cor. 7.10. For Godly-Sorrow worketh Repentance to Salvation not to be repented of.
2 Cor. 7.10. For Godly sorrow works Repentance to Salvation not to be repented of.
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TO go about the perswading Men to grief and trouble of Mind, is I confess but an ungrateful Task,
TO go about the persuading Men to grief and trouble of Mind, is I confess but an ungrateful Task,
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and, if it might be, one would rather let it alone:
and, if it might be, one would rather let it alone:
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This is that unpleasant thing which every one desires, and strives to put far from him.
This is that unpleasant thing which every one Desires, and strives to put Far from him.
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But we make it necessary to our selves to endure much Sorrow and Trouble when we run into Sin. Religion then requires this,
But we make it necessary to our selves to endure much Sorrow and Trouble when we run into Sin. Religion then requires this,
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and it is the only Remedy we have against the mischiefs which our Sin has done us.
and it is the only Remedy we have against the mischiefs which our since has done us.
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And a very useful and effectual Remedy this is, and as such the Apostle recommends it in our Text,
And a very useful and effectual Remedy this is, and as such the Apostle recommends it in our Text,
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when he says, Godly-Sorrow worketh Repentance to Salvation not to be repented of. Where we may observe he ascribes to a Religious or Godly-Sorrow, two very happy Effects:
when he Says, Godly sorrow works Repentance to Salvation not to be repented of. Where we may observe he ascribes to a Religious or Godly sorrow, two very happy Effects:
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It works Repentance (he says) and this Repentance is to Salvation; this brings a Man into a State of Salvation.
It works Repentance (he Says) and this Repentance is to Salvation; this brings a Man into a State of Salvation.
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This Sorrow, then, produces a happy joyful Change, both in our selves, and in our spiritual State or Condition.
This Sorrow, then, produces a happy joyful Change, both in our selves, and in our spiritual State or Condition.
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In our selves as it works Repentance, it turns us from Wickedness to Goodness; from Folly to Wisdom;
In our selves as it works Repentance, it turns us from Wickedness to goodness; from Folly to Wisdom;
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and from disturbance and disorder of Mind to Peace and Composure. In our Condition by consequence it produces a happy Alteration too;
and from disturbance and disorder of Mind to Peace and Composure. In our Condition by consequence it produces a happy Alteration too;
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and of Heirs of wrath it makes us Objects of the Divine Favour;
and of Heirs of wrath it makes us Objects of the Divine Favour;
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from being obnoxious to the everlasting Punishments of Hell, it gives us a Title to the Happiness of Heaven.
from being obnoxious to the everlasting Punishments of Hell, it gives us a Title to the Happiness of Heaven.
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Thus as all the natural effects of Sin are vexatious and troublesome, so all the effects of Religion upon us are happy and comfortable:
Thus as all the natural effects of since Are vexatious and troublesome, so all the effects of Religion upon us Are happy and comfortable:
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Even the Sorrow which this requires of us tends to joy, and according to our Saviours Sentence they are Blessed who thus Mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Even the Sorrow which this requires of us tends to joy, and according to our Saviors Sentence they Are Blessed who thus Mourn, for they shall be comforted.
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It is worth our while therefore, to understand the true Nature of Godly-Sorrow; and that we be perswaded to entertain and practice it:
It is worth our while Therefore, to understand the true Nature of Godly sorrow; and that we be persuaded to entertain and practice it:
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Which two things shall (by God's Assistance) be the endeavour of this Discourse concerning it.
Which two things shall (by God's Assistance) be the endeavour of this Discourse Concerning it.
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I begin with the First of these things at present; to explain and state the true Nature of Godly-sorrow or Contrition;
I begin with the First of these things At present; to explain and state the true Nature of Godly sorrow or Contrition;
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That which the Gospel requires us to entertain and practice, upon our having been guilty of Sin, in order to our Salvation;
That which the Gospel requires us to entertain and practice, upon our having been guilty of since, in order to our Salvation;
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and that which will afford us Salvation.
and that which will afford us Salvation.
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That we may the better and the more usefully remember the several particulars which must be insisted on to this Purpose, I think it proper to comprehend them in this general and summary Description of the Grace I speak of:
That we may the better and the more usefully Remember the several particulars which must be insisted on to this Purpose, I think it proper to comprehend them in this general and summary Description of the Grace I speak of:
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Contrition is a hearty and earnest Grief for Sin, with an Indignation against our selves for it, and Hatred against it;
Contrition is a hearty and earnest Grief for since, with an Indignation against our selves for it, and Hatred against it;
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arising from a deep Sense of the great Evil of Sin, and hope in the Divine Favour and Mercy;
arising from a deep Sense of the great Evil of since, and hope in the Divine Favour and Mercy;
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and causing a Man to abstain from the Practice and Commission of it for ever.
and causing a Man to abstain from the Practice and Commission of it for ever.
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In this general Description of Godly Sorrow, there are these things which will require to be particularly represented. 1. The Acts or Exercises of it. 2. The Principles from whence it must proceed. 3. The Effects which it ought to produce.
In this general Description of Godly Sorrow, there Are these things which will require to be particularly represented. 1. The Acts or Exercises of it. 2. The Principles from whence it must proceed. 3. The Effects which it ought to produce.
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In the First place, let us take notice what are the proper Acts or Exercises of this Godly and Religious Sorrow:
In the First place, let us take notice what Are the proper Acts or Exercises of this Godly and Religious Sorrow:
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These I conceive may be contain'd under these three Heads.
These I conceive may be contained under these three Heads.
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and the froward and passionate Patient and Gentle.
and the froward and passionate Patient and Gentle.
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If an habitual Sinner cannot all at once forsake his ill course of living, he must learn to do it by degrees,
If an habitual Sinner cannot all At once forsake his ill course of living, he must Learn to do it by Degrees,
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and he is never to be reckon'd a true Convert till he has got the Victory,
and he is never to be reckoned a true Convert till he has god the Victory,
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and has forsaken his habitual Sin. All wilful, presumptuous and habitual Sins, liv'd in, are inconsistent with a true Repentance:
and has forsaken his habitual Sin. All wilful, presumptuous and habitual Sins, lived in, Are inconsistent with a true Repentance:
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That which will find acceptance with God, and be to Salvation as the Apostle speaks, must cause us to forsake our Sins.
That which will find acceptance with God, and be to Salvation as the Apostle speaks, must cause us to forsake our Sins.
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Therefore the wise Man says, whoso confesseth and forsaketh his Sins shall find Mercy;
Therefore the wise Man Says, whoso Confesses and Forsaketh his Sins shall find Mercy;
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and the Prophet in urging the People of Israel to Repentance speaks thus from God, Wash ye, make you clean, put away the evil of your doings from before mine Eyes, cease to do evil, learn to do well, Isa. 1.16, 17. It is absolutely necessary to Salvation, that we do not live in the Habit or Custome of any known Sin;
and the Prophet in urging the People of Israel to Repentance speaks thus from God, Wash you, make you clean, put away the evil of your doings from before mine Eyes, cease to do evil, Learn to do well, Isaiah 1.16, 17. It is absolutely necessary to Salvation, that we do not live in the Habit or Custom of any known since;
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1. It includes and exercises it self in a hearty Grief and trouble of Mind for our Sins.
1. It includes and exercises it self in a hearty Grief and trouble of Mind for our Sins.
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The Apostle James exhorts to the exercise of it in these terms. Be Afflicted, Mourn and Weep:
The Apostle James exhorts to the exercise of it in these terms. Be Afflicted, Mourn and Weep:
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Let your Laughter be turned into Mourning, and your Joy into Heaviness; humble your selves in the sight of God.
Let your Laughter be turned into Mourning, and your Joy into Heaviness; humble your selves in the sighed of God.
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We must have great discontent and vexation in our Minds upon the account of our Sins;
We must have great discontent and vexation in our Minds upon the account of our Sins;
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such as to Afflict the Soul, as the Scripture speaks, Levit. 16.29.
such as to Afflict the Soul, as the Scripture speaks, Levit. 16.29.
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And a true Penitent represents himself under a Sense of his Guilt, as if he were loaded with a heavy Burden, Psal. 38.4. Mine iniquities are gone over my head as an heavy Burden, they are too heavy for me.
And a true Penitent represents himself under a Sense of his Gilded, as if he were loaded with a heavy Burden, Psalm 38.4. Mine iniquities Are gone over my head as an heavy Burden, they Are too heavy for me.
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This grief and trouble of Mind for Sin, has been formerly exprest very fitly by sprinkling Ashes upon the head, by lying on the ground, wearing Sackcloth:
This grief and trouble of Mind for since, has been formerly expressed very fitly by sprinkling Ashes upon the head, by lying on the ground, wearing sackcloth:
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The ancient Saints on their days of Humiliation abstain'd from all sorts of Pleasure, even from what was lawful at other times, would not wash the Face,
The ancient Saints on their days of Humiliation abstained from all sorts of Pleasure, even from what was lawful At other times, would not wash the Face,
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nor anoint the Head with their perfum'd Oyls; they would not allow themselves any thing that should make them chearful or merry;
nor anoint the Head with their perfumed Oils; they would not allow themselves any thing that should make them cheerful or merry;
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but gave up themselves to Sadness and Affliction.
but gave up themselves to Sadness and Affliction.
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If the temper of any Persons be such, as that Tears are apt to flow from them upon other Occasions,
If the temper of any Persons be such, as that Tears Are apt to flow from them upon other Occasions,
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then ought these to be shed in great abundance, especially for their Sins.
then ought these to be shed in great abundance, especially for their Sins.
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2. This Godly Sorrow which the Apostle speaks of in our Text Exercises it self in Hatred and Detestation of Sin,
2. This Godly Sorrow which the Apostle speaks of in our Text Exercises it self in Hatred and Detestation of since,
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and in a great Indignation against our selves for it. It looks upon this as the vilest and most odious thing that is; as the greatest Evil:
and in a great Indignation against our selves for it. It looks upon this as the Vilest and most odious thing that is; as the greatest Evil:
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It sees all the Characters of it to be ugly and deform'd;
It sees all the Characters of it to be ugly and deformed;
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and loaths whatever sin was most delighted in, and condemns what the Sinner before had a good Opinion of.
and Loathes whatever since was most delighted in, and condemns what the Sinner before had a good Opinion of.
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The true Penitent abhors that which is evil, as the Apostle advises, Rom. 12.6. and hates every false way, as David speaks of himself, Psal. 119. And having a great Detestation of Sin, he cannot chuse but fall out with himself for the Commission of it;
The true Penitent abhors that which is evil, as the Apostle advises, Rom. 12.6. and hates every false Way, as David speaks of himself, Psalm 119. And having a great Detestation of since, he cannot choose but fallen out with himself for the Commission of it;
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and a great Displeasure he will conceive against himself.
and a great Displeasure he will conceive against himself.
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This we see in Job, who when he consider'd that his Behaviour towards God in his Affliction had been somewhat amiss, he says, I abhor my self. And the Author of the 73d. Psalm, in his Repentance, speaks his Indignation against himself in these very passionate Terms, 21, 22. Verses, My heart was grieved, I was pricked in my reins;
This we see in Job, who when he considered that his Behaviour towards God in his Affliction had been somewhat amiss, he Says, I abhor my self. And the Author of the 73d. Psalm, in his Repentance, speaks his Indignation against himself in these very passionate Terms, 21, 22. Verses, My heart was grieved, I was pricked in my reins;
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so foolish was I and Ignorant, I was even as a Beast before thee.
so foolish was I and Ignorant, I was even as a Beast before thee.
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The true Penitent looks upon himself as under the greatest and vilest Disparagement in that he is a Sinner.
The true Penitent looks upon himself as under the greatest and Vilest Disparagement in that he is a Sinner.
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Is ready to account that the vilest and most contemptible of the Brute Creatures is not so vile nor so contemptible as himself.
Is ready to account that the Vilest and most contemptible of the Brutus Creatures is not so vile nor so contemptible as himself.
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He is now even amazed at himself, that he should ever love what is so hateful, that he should ever boast of what is so shameful;
He is now even amazed At himself, that he should ever love what is so hateful, that he should ever boast of what is so shameful;
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that he should ever take upon him to justifie and plead for a thing so absur'd, enormous,
that he should ever take upon him to justify and plead for a thing so absurd, enormous,
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and unreasonable as this appears to him.
and unreasonable as this appears to him.
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This Disposition of Mind freely accuses a Man's self, is very ready at the Confession of Sin:
This Disposition of Mind freely accuses a Man's self, is very ready At the Confessi of since:
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Seeks no extenuating excuses for it;
Seeks no extenuating excuses for it;
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does not endeavour to put away from himself the blame of it, but justly imputes it only to his own perverse Will and Inclination:
does not endeavour to put away from himself the blame of it, but justly imputes it only to his own perverse Will and Inclination:
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He accuses, judges and condemns himself:
He accuses, judges and condemns himself:
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Therefore our Saviour represents a Penitent in the Parable of the Prodigal Son, as resolving in the first place upon his return, to go and acknowledge his Faults,
Therefore our Saviour represents a Penitent in the Parable of the Prodigal Son, as resolving in the First place upon his return, to go and acknowledge his Faults,
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and condemn himself for them, Luk. 15.18.21.
and condemn himself for them, Luk. 15.18.21.
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I will arise and go to my Father, (says he) and say, Father I have sinned against Heaven and before thee,
I will arise and go to my Father, (Says he) and say, Father I have sinned against Heaven and before thee,
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and am no more worthy to be call'd thy Son. He will own the very worst Deserts of Sin,
and am no more worthy to be called thy Son. He will own the very worst Deserts of since,
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and the most terrible Expressions of divine Wrath to be due to him.
and the most terrible Expressions of divine Wrath to be due to him.
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This Indignation against themselves the Penitents of former times have been wont to express, in a hard and rigorous usage of themselves, in severe Fastings, long Watchings, and hard Labour;
This Indignation against themselves the Penitents of former times have been wont to express, in a hard and rigorous usage of themselves, in severe Fastings, long Watchings, and hard Labour;
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in crossing and contradicting their lawful Appetites.
in crossing and contradicting their lawful Appetites.
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As angry with those foolish Desires which had plung'd them into Sin, they would but sparingly allow them even lawful Gratifications.
As angry with those foolish Desires which had plunged them into since, they would but sparingly allow them even lawful Gratifications.
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3. This Goly-Sorrow is exercised in earnest Resolutions, and endeavours to forsake Sin. Therefore our Saviour represents the Prodigal,
3. This Goly-Sorrow is exercised in earnest Resolutions, and endeavours to forsake Sin. Therefore our Saviour represents the Prodigal,
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as resolving to forsake his wicked Course of living, in that he makes him say, I will arise and go to my Father.
as resolving to forsake his wicked Course of living, in that he makes him say, I will arise and go to my Father.
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He that is truly griev'd, that is, heartily angry with himself for what he has done, must needs resolve and take great care to do it no more.
He that is truly grieved, that is, heartily angry with himself for what he has done, must needs resolve and take great care to do it no more.
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We must bid adieu to Sin for ever; make solemn Vows and Resolutions against it, and endeavour carefully to keep them.
We must bid adieu to since for ever; make solemn Vows and Resolutions against it, and endeavour carefully to keep them.
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A sincere Penitent will be able to say, I had rather undergo the greatest Inconvenience, I had rather want the most necessary and desirable things of this World,
A sincere Penitent will be able to say, I had rather undergo the greatest Inconvenience, I had rather want the most necessary and desirable things of this World,
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than do any thing wicked to obtain these, or avoid the other:
than do any thing wicked to obtain these, or avoid the other:
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I had rather bear any Burden than a Load of Guilt, and lose any thing than the Peace and Tranquility of my Mind;
I had rather bear any Burden than a Load of Gilded, and loose any thing than the Peace and Tranquillity of my Mind;
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and that all the World should condemn and despise me, rather than be forced to condemn and despise my self.
and that all the World should condemn and despise me, rather than be forced to condemn and despise my self.
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And therefore at any rate, and whatever it costs him, he will endeavour to avoid all that he knows to be sinful:
And Therefore At any rate, and whatever it costs him, he will endeavour to avoid all that he knows to be sinful:
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He will industriously shun all occasions and opportunities, all Temptations and Appearances of evil.
He will industriously shun all occasions and opportunities, all Temptations and Appearances of evil.
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He will not easily come near any thing which he has so great a Loathing and Abhorrency to.
He will not Easily come near any thing which he has so great a Loathing and Abhorrency to.
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With great care of himself, he looks out and endeavours to foresee what things are likely to be occasions of Sin to him:
With great care of himself, he looks out and endeavours to foresee what things Are likely to be occasions of since to him:
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He observes what are such to other Men, and takes warning from thence:
He observes what Are such to other Men, and Takes warning from thence:
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Such places, such Conversations, such Recreations, such Objects as he observes are apt to prove Snares, by seeing them become such to other Men, he will avoid if he can, or very cautiously use them.
Such places, such Conversations, such Recreations, such Objects as he observes Are apt to prove Snares, by seeing them become such to other Men, he will avoid if he can, or very cautiously use them.
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And more especially will he if it be possible avoid what he has found to be mischievous to himself.
And more especially will he if it be possible avoid what he has found to be mischievous to himself.
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Where he has fallen before, he will not needlesly venture again.
Where he has fallen before, he will not needlessly venture again.
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He will not of choice engage himself in those Circumstances which have been wont to draw him into Sin. And if he is by surprize,
He will not of choice engage himself in those circumstances which have been wont to draw him into Sin. And if he is by surprise,
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or through the necessity of his Condition and Duty engag'd in such, he then watches over himself very diligently while he is in them,
or through the necessity of his Condition and Duty engaged in such, he then watches over himself very diligently while he is in them,
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and carries a very jealous and careful Eye upon all his Thoughts, Words, and Actions, and lives so long especially in great fear of offending.
and carries a very jealous and careful Eye upon all his Thoughts, Words, and Actions, and lives so long especially in great Fear of offending.
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These are the Exercises and Expressions of a Godly, and Religious Sorrow for Sin.
These Are the Exercises and Expressions of a Godly, and Religious Sorrow for Sin.
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I proceed further, to discover this Contrition by representing the Principles from whence it ought to proceed.
I proceed further, to discover this Contrition by representing the Principles from whence it ought to proceed.
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There is a great deal of Sorrow in the World which seems to be for Sin,
There is a great deal of Sorrow in the World which seems to be for since,
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and yet it falls very short of a true Contrition.
and yet it falls very short of a true Contrition.
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Men are troubled and angry with themselves for the ill they have done when some very sensible Inconveniences attend it;
Men Are troubled and angry with themselves for the ill they have done when Some very sensible Inconveniences attend it;
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when they have hurt their Body, have wasted their Estate, or wounded their Reputation thereby;
when they have hurt their Body, have wasted their Estate, or wounded their Reputation thereby;
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but in this Case it is with many the Inconvenience rather than the Sin which troubles them.
but in this Case it is with many the Inconvenience rather than the since which Troubles them.
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The Afflictions which they have pull'd upon themselves by it, may be the instrument and means which God may use to bring them to a true Contrition and Repentance,
The Afflictions which they have pulled upon themselves by it, may be the Instrument and means which God may use to bring them to a true Contrition and Repentance,
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as is represented by our Saviour in the Parable of the Prodigal;
as is represented by our Saviour in the Parable of the Prodigal;
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for he makes him then think of returning to his Father and forsaking his evil Courses,
for he makes him then think of returning to his Father and forsaking his evil Courses,
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when he had brought himself to ruin and misery by his Wickedness.
when he had brought himself to ruin and misery by his Wickedness.
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But our Contrition to be true must have some better Motive and Principle than these outward Afflictions.
But our Contrition to be true must have Some better Motive and Principle than these outward Afflictions.
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It must arise from the force of these two Principles upon us. 1. From a Sense of the exceeding great Evil of Sin in its self.
It must arise from the force of these two Principles upon us. 1. From a Sense of the exceeding great Evil of since in its self.
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2. From hope and expectation of the Divine Favour, and Pardon upon our Repentance and forsaking it.
2. From hope and expectation of the Divine Favour, and Pardon upon our Repentance and forsaking it.
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It must arise from a very lively and effectual Sense of the exceeding great evil and vileness of Sin. To have this right and well-grounded,
It must arise from a very lively and effectual Sense of the exceeding great evil and vileness of Sin. To have this right and well-grounded,
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then, we must be sensible of those things which enhance and magnifie the evil of Sin;
then, we must be sensible of those things which enhance and magnify the evil of since;
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we must be sensible in particular of these three things. 1. The great Excellency, and Dignity of the Person against whom all Sin is Committed.
we must be sensible in particular of these three things. 1. The great Excellency, and Dignity of the Person against whom all since is Committed.
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It is without doubt, that by how much the more noble and excellent any Person is, by so much the more hainous and wicked is the Offence to be reckon'd, which is committed against him.
It is without doubt, that by how much the more noble and excellent any Person is, by so much the more heinous and wicked is the Offence to be reckoned, which is committed against him.
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And Sin is upon this account commonly judg'd to have in a sort an infinite Guilt,
And since is upon this account commonly judged to have in a sort an infinite Gilded,
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because 'tis committed against the infinite Majesty of God. The Excellency of this Person, then, our godly Sorrow should be very sensible of;
Because it's committed against the infinite Majesty of God. The Excellency of this Person, then, our godly Sorrow should be very sensible of;
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and in him it should especially consider, and be affected with his infinite Greatness and Goodness.
and in him it should especially Consider, and be affected with his infinite Greatness and goodness.
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The Lord is great (says the Psalmist, Psal. 145.3.) His greatness is unsearchable; We cannot reach it with the utmost extent of our Thoughts:
The Lord is great (Says the Psalmist, Psalm 145.3.) His greatness is unsearchable; We cannot reach it with the utmost extent of our Thoughts:
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We ought therefore to behave our selves towards him with greatest Humility and Reverence, but the Sins of Men affront and despise him.
We ought Therefore to behave our selves towards him with greatest Humility and reverence, but the Sins of Men affront and despise him.
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He is infinite in Wisdom, infinite in Power, but the Sins of Men deny his Wisdom,
He is infinite in Wisdom, infinite in Power, but the Sins of Men deny his Wisdom,
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and slight the Terrours of his Almighty Wrath. He is every where present, and so the Sinner does as it were affront him to his Face.
and slight the Terrors of his Almighty Wrath. He is every where present, and so the Sinner does as it were affront him to his Face.
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He is the rightful Sovereign and Lord of all things, but the Sins of Men are a bold Rebellion against his supream and unquestionable Authority,
He is the rightful Sovereign and Lord of all things, but the Sins of Men Are a bold Rebellion against his supreme and unquestionable authority,
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and do in effect say, we will not have him to reign over us.
and do in Effect say, we will not have him to Reign over us.
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He is Universal Proprietour, and the Owner of all things, and justly says, the World is mine and the Fulness thereof.
He is Universal Proprietor, and the Owner of all things, and justly Says, the World is mine and the Fullness thereof.
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He has therefore right to dispose of all things, and to require that according to their Capacity, they do serve his Honour and Glory:
He has Therefore right to dispose of all things, and to require that according to their Capacity, they do serve his Honour and Glory:
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But the Sinner neglects God and lives entirely to himself, seeks only his own Gratification and Pleasure,
But the Sinner neglects God and lives entirely to himself, seeks only his own Gratification and Pleasure,
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and makes Gods of the several Lusts that dwell in him, and which he is subject and enslav'd to.
and makes God's of the several Lustiest that dwell in him, and which he is Subject and enslaved to.
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And it further magnifies the Evil of Sin, that it is committed against infinite Goodness.
And it further Magnifies the Evil of since, that it is committed against infinite goodness.
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The Lord is good and does good (as the Psalmist speaks.) He is a kind and gracious Being, desirous of the Happiness of all his Creatures,
The Lord is good and does good (as the Psalmist speaks.) He is a kind and gracious Being, desirous of the Happiness of all his Creatures,
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and ready to afford them all whatever is necessary to it. He has gloriously exercised his Goodness in the Creation of the World:
and ready to afford them all whatever is necessary to it. He has gloriously exercised his goodness in the Creation of the World:
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he does so still in upholding of all things;
he does so still in upholding of all things;
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he is daily good to the Ʋnthankful and Evil, we have much reason to admire the Freeness, the Bounty of his Goodness,
he is daily good to the Ʋnthankful and Evil, we have much reason to admire the Freeness, the Bounty of his goodness,
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and no ground at all to question it. Yet do the Sins of Men impute ill-will to this God;
and no ground At all to question it. Yet do the Sins of Men impute ill-will to this God;
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they suppose him an Enemy to our Happiness, and do in effect say his Laws are against us, they have forbid what were good for us to do,
they suppose him an Enemy to our Happiness, and do in Effect say his Laws Are against us, they have forbid what were good for us to do,
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and require what is mischievous and hurtful to us. In all Sin there is Ingratitude against the kindest Being, and Enmity against infinite Love.
and require what is mischievous and hurtful to us. In all since there is Ingratitude against the Kindest Being, and Enmity against infinite Love.
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God deserves, as he requires, to be lov'd with all the Heart and Soul, that is, above all things besides,
God deserves, as he requires, to be loved with all the Heart and Soul, that is, above all things beside,
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but the Sinner prefers and loves the things of this World above the chiefest good;
but the Sinner prefers and loves the things of this World above the chiefest good;
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he is a lover of Pleasure, or perhaps of Wealth or worldly Honours more than of God.
he is a lover of Pleasure, or perhaps of Wealth or worldly Honours more than of God.
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These things a well-grounded Contrition will be sensible of in Sin, and will arise from them.
These things a well-grounded Contrition will be sensible of in since, and will arise from them.
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2. It must be sensible also of the baseness of the Person, who commits sin against this excellent and glorious Being,
2. It must be sensible also of the baseness of the Person, who commits since against this excellent and glorious Being,
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for the more base and vile he is, the greater will the Guilt and Vileness of the Sin be.
for the more base and vile he is, the greater will the Gilded and Vileness of the since be.
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In Man, then, who is the Sinner, there are these two things considerable, which do greatly magnifie the heinousness of Sin. That he is a very mean and low Being, in comparison, especially, to the great God whom he affronts;
In Man, then, who is the Sinner, there Are these two things considerable, which do greatly magnify the heinousness of Sin. That he is a very mean and low Being, in comparison, especially, to the great God whom he affronts;
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and he has been highly favour'd and oblig'd by Almighty God. Mankind are to be consider'd infinitely below the great Creatour of all things:
and he has been highly favoured and obliged by Almighty God. Mankind Are to be considered infinitely below the great Creator of all things:
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All Nations of the Earth are as nothing in comparison to him;
All nations of the Earth Are as nothing in comparison to him;
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yet does every single Sinner set himself against him, yea, and above him too as well as he can.
yet does every single Sinner Set himself against him, yea, and above him too as well as he can.
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When we oppose his Will and despise his Laws, this is to set Folly against infinite Wisdom, Weakness against Power, poor depending Creatures against the All-sufficient God.
When we oppose his Will and despise his Laws, this is to Set Folly against infinite Wisdom, Weakness against Power, poor depending Creatures against the All-sufficient God.
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It is like setting up a Subject above his Sovereign; or dry Stubble to contend with devouring Flames.
It is like setting up a Subject above his Sovereign; or dry Stubble to contend with devouring Flames.
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And further, Mankind are to be consider'd as highly oblig'd to God;
And further, Mankind Are to be considered as highly obliged to God;
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he that is infinitely good in himself has been most wonderfully kind, and good to us.
he that is infinitely good in himself has been most wonderfully kind, and good to us.
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We have our Being and all that we enjoy from him, and we affront him with his own Gifts when we use them in Sin and Wickedness.
We have our Being and all that we enjoy from him, and we affront him with his own Gifts when we use them in since and Wickedness.
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Innumerable are the Benefits he bestows upon us, and they are as important to us as our Life and Happiness which they serve and promote;
Innumerable Are the Benefits he bestows upon us, and they Are as important to us as our Life and Happiness which they serve and promote;
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but in our Sins we return him neglect for his gracious mindfulness of us, hatred for his kindness, and injuries for his Benefits.
but in our Sins we return him neglect for his gracious mindfulness of us, hatred for his kindness, and injuries for his Benefits.
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We are poor depending Creatures, and we depend upon Him every Moment, and while we do so it is that we rebel against him.
We Are poor depending Creatures, and we depend upon Him every Moment, and while we do so it is that we rebel against him.
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We use as it were against himself the Power, the Wisdom, the Goodness that he exercises in upholding us,
We use as it were against himself the Power, the Wisdom, the goodness that he exercises in upholding us,
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and doing us good while we live in Wickedness. Oh how vile, how heinous does this make our Sins!
and doing us good while we live in Wickedness. O how vile, how heinous does this make our Sins!
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and how much does this encrease the Vileness and Baseness of the Sinner. In this is Man more unreasonable than the brute Beasts;
and how much does this increase the Vileness and Baseness of the Sinner. In this is Man more unreasonable than the brutus Beasts;
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For the Ox knows his Owner, and the Ass his Masters Crib, but the Sinner does not know, does not acknowledge his great, his bounteous Benefactour.
For the Ox knows his Owner, and the Ass his Masters Crib, but the Sinner does not know, does not acknowledge his great, his bounteous Benefactor.
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3. Our sorrow for Sin should be sensible of, and arise from this Consideration, that they are all very trivial and worthless Inducements which draw us into Wickedness.
3. Our sorrow for since should be sensible of, and arise from this Consideration, that they Are all very trivial and worthless Inducements which draw us into Wickedness.
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This too exceedingly heightens the Evil of Sin:
This too exceedingly heightens the Evil of since:
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We are easily mov'd to such Rebellion against the Sovereign of the World, to such Ingratitude against our great and best Friend;
We Are Easily moved to such Rebellion against the Sovereign of the World, to such Ingratitude against our great and best Friend;
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we do this almost for nothing; vain are all the Allurements that draw us to it.
we do this almost for nothing; vain Are all the Allurements that draw us to it.
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The Pleasures of Sin are but for a short Season; the Wealth it gains makes it self Wings and flies away;
The Pleasures of since Are but for a short Season; the Wealth it gains makes it self Wings and flies away;
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the Honours it procures are poor, transitory, uncertain things.
the Honours it procures Are poor, transitory, uncertain things.
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We are to consider there is no provocation, no cause in the least on God's part for our Sins against him.
We Are to Consider there is no provocation, no cause in the least on God's part for our Sins against him.
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The infinite Greatness and Goodness has never despised or hated us, tho' very mean and poor Beings.
The infinite Greatness and goodness has never despised or hated us, though very mean and poor Beings.
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To be sure as Creatures he does not do it:
To be sure as Creatures he does not do it:
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and if he may be said to do it at all, we must understand that it is only since we became Sinners,
and if he may be said to do it At all, we must understand that it is only since we became Sinners,
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and as such, that he does despise or hate us.
and as such, that he does despise or hate us.
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Before Man rebell'd against his Maker, he met with nothing but Honour and Favour from him.
Before Man rebelled against his Maker, he met with nothing but Honour and Favour from him.
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We are to consider also, that we have no need of our Sins. Whatever Men imagine, these are never truly necessary, or profitable to them.
We Are to Consider also, that we have no need of our Sins. Whatever Men imagine, these Are never truly necessary, or profitable to them.
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The Laws of Piety and Vertue are suited to our Nature and our Interests:
The Laws of Piety and Virtue Are suited to our Nature and our Interests:
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and we might be much more happy in a steady Course of practising these, than we can possibly be by the most profitable Wickedness.
and we might be much more happy in a steady Course of practising these, than we can possibly be by the most profitable Wickedness.
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When we are so easily drawn into Sin, it appears that we have a very good Will and a strong Inclination to it.
When we Are so Easily drawn into since, it appears that we have a very good Will and a strong Inclination to it.
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When the things of this World can draw us to it, we regard and value them more than God Himself, we prefer the Creature before the Creatour, shallow flying Streams before the unexhaustible abiding Fountain of Good;
When the things of this World can draw us to it, we regard and valve them more than God Himself, we prefer the Creature before the Creator, shallow flying Streams before the unexhaustible abiding Fountain of Good;
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we prefer Emptiness before Fulness, Darkness before Light, and short Time before Eternity.
we prefer Emptiness before Fullness, Darkness before Light, and short Time before Eternity.
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How justly might the Prophet in the Person of God call the Heavens to be astonish'd at this, that Men should forsake the Fountain of living Waters,
How justly might the Prophet in the Person of God call the Heavens to be astonished At this, that Men should forsake the Fountain of living Waters,
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and hew out to themselves broken or crack'd Cisterns that can hold no Water:
and hew out to themselves broken or cracked Cisterns that can hold no Water:
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That we should sin against God for the sake of any worldly Enjoyment, and so for a poor and perishing Trifle should forfeit and abandon all the Riches, all the Sufficiency,
That we should sin against God for the sake of any worldly Enjoyment, and so for a poor and perishing Trifle should forfeit and abandon all the Riches, all the Sufficiency,
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and Bounty of his infinite Love. Thus I have represented one Principle of a true Contrition:
and Bounty of his infinite Love. Thus I have represented one Principle of a true Contrition:
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It must arise from a lively Sence of the great Evil and Vileness of Sin. And, I think, in what has been said of this, we may see a great deal of reason for all that Trouble and Grief,
It must arise from a lively Sense of the great Evil and Vileness of Sin. And, I think, in what has been said of this, we may see a great deal of reason for all that Trouble and Grief,
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for all that Hatred and Indignation, and for all that Resolution and Care to forsake it, which I said does belong to such a Contrition.
for all that Hatred and Indignation, and for all that Resolution and Care to forsake it, which I said does belong to such a Contrition.
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But this must also have another Principle, as I said:
But this must also have Another Principle, as I said:
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It must arise from a Hope and Expectation of the Divine Favour and the Pardon of our Sins upon our Repentance, and forsaking them.
It must arise from a Hope and Expectation of the Divine Favour and the Pardon of our Sins upon our Repentance, and forsaking them.
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The Holy Scripture teaches us, that such a Hope and Expectation may be a Principle of Sorrow for Sin,
The Holy Scripture Teaches us, that such a Hope and Expectation may be a Principle of Sorrow for since,
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and forsaking it, in that it so often makes the Offer of Mercy and Pardon an Argument for Repentance, according to what the Prophet says, Isa 55.7.
and forsaking it, in that it so often makes the Offer of Mercy and Pardon an Argument for Repentance, according to what the Prophet Says, Isaiah 55.7.
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Let the wicked forsake his Way, and the unrighteous Man his Thoughts, and let him return unto the Lord for he will have mercy,
Let the wicked forsake his Way, and the unrighteous Man his Thoughts, and let him return unto the Lord for he will have mercy,
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and to our God for he will abundantly pardon. And this is a thing certainly fit in its own Nature to produce this Contrition;
and to our God for he will abundantly pardon. And this is a thing Certainly fit in its own Nature to produce this Contrition;
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for how much force and inducement to it is there in this thought, that God is ready to be reconcil'd!
for how much force and inducement to it is there in this Thought, that God is ready to be reconciled!
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God is willing to forgive if we will but lay aside our Enmity against him! How proper is this to melt and subdue the hard and obstinate Heart!
God is willing to forgive if we will but lay aside our Enmity against him! How proper is this to melt and subdue the hard and obstinate Heart!
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And then how much encouragement is there in it too!
And then how much encouragement is there in it too!
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As this assures the Sinner that he shall turn to God to his own great advantage;
As this assures the Sinner that he shall turn to God to his own great advantage;
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that he shall find the poor Rewards of Sin abundantly out-weigh'd by the rich Communications and Gifts of God's infinite Favour and Love.
that he shall find the poor Rewards of since abundantly outweighed by the rich Communications and Gifts of God's infinite Favour and Love.
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And as this is certainly a consideration fit to have such an Effect;
And as this is Certainly a consideration fit to have such an Effect;
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so 'tis also evident by the use of this Argument for our Repentance, that our Repentance upon such a Principle will be acceptable to God:
so it's also evident by the use of this Argument for our Repentance, that our Repentance upon such a Principle will be acceptable to God:
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He is pleased when we believe him ready to be reconcil'd, and willing to forgive us upon our return to him, if we do thereupon return.
He is pleased when we believe him ready to be reconciled, and willing to forgive us upon our return to him, if we do thereupon return.
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We therefore find all true Penitents possess'd with this Hope and Expectation. This David expresses in his deepest Humiliation, Psal. 51.1. by his seeking Mercy and Pardon:
We Therefore find all true Penitents possessed with this Hope and Expectation. This David Expresses in his Deepest Humiliation, Psalm 51.1. by his seeking Mercy and Pardon:
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Have mercy upon me, O Lord, according to thy Loving-kindness, according to the Multitude of thy tender Compassions, blot out my Transgressions.
Have mercy upon me, Oh Lord, according to thy Lovingkindness, according to the Multitude of thy tender Compassions, blot out my Transgressions.
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This too the Prodigal express'd in his Resolutions to return to his Father.
This too the Prodigal expressed in his Resolutions to return to his Father.
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He would never have had a thought of returning, unless he had expected some Degree of Favour.
He would never have had a Thought of returning, unless he had expected Some Degree of Favour.
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He that thinks God does irreconcileably hate him, he will obstinately persist in his Enmity against God.
He that thinks God does irreconcilably hate him, he will obstinately persist in his Enmity against God.
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Without this Hope a man may lash and torment himself like Judas, but he cannot return to his Duty as St. Peter did.
Without this Hope a man may lash and torment himself like Judas, but he cannot return to his Duty as Saint Peter did.
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If a Man does somewhat condemn his Sins, yet he will not leave them;
If a Man does somewhat condemn his Sins, yet he will not leave them;
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we have his Character in the People of Israel as the Prophet represents them, Jer. 2.25. Thou suidst I have no hope, no, for I have loved strangers and after them I will go.
we have his Character in the People of Israel as the Prophet represents them, Jer. 2.25. Thou suidst I have no hope, no, for I have loved Strangers and After them I will go.
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The true Godly-Sorrow proceeds in part from the Love of God, and consists with that,
The true Godly sorrow proceeds in part from the Love of God, and consists with that,
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and therefore it cannot be a dejected, or despairing grief, it must have therefore joyn'd with it a hope in the Divine Mercy,
and Therefore it cannot be a dejected, or despairing grief, it must have Therefore joined with it a hope in the Divine Mercy,
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and it may acceptably proceed in part from thence.
and it may acceptably proceed in part from thence.
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And thus I have given I think a sufficient account from what Principles this ought to proceed.
And thus I have given I think a sufficient account from what Principles this ought to proceed.
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The last Head I am to speak to, is to shew what ought to be the effects of our Contrition upon us, that it may be prov'd a true and sincere one.
The last Head I am to speak to, is to show what ought to be the effects of our Contrition upon us, that it may be proved a true and sincere one.
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And it is not possible that a Man should be very much griev'd and angry with himself for his Sins,
And it is not possible that a Man should be very much grieved and angry with himself for his Sins,
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and be earnestly and seriously resolv'd to forsake them, but this concern of Mind must needs have some considerable Influence upon him.
and be earnestly and seriously resolved to forsake them, but this concern of Mind must needs have Some considerable Influence upon him.
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In particular these two things may be reasonably expected from it. 1. That it should possess a Man with a great measure of Humility. 2. That it should produce a good degree of Reformation in his Life and Manners.
In particular these two things may be reasonably expected from it. 1. That it should possess a Man with a great measure of Humility. 2. That it should produce a good degree of Reformation in his Life and Manners.
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The former must be the effect of his Displeasure against himself; the latter of his Resolutions and Endeavours to amend himself.
The former must be the Effect of his Displeasure against himself; the latter of his Resolutions and Endeavours to amend himself.
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In the First place, it cannot be but a truly contrite Person will be very humble:
In the First place, it cannot be but a truly contrite Person will be very humble:
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As this Godly-Sorrow prevails, Pride must needs be proportionably mortified, and subdued.
As this Godly sorrow prevails, Pride must needs be proportionably mortified, and subdued.
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A true Penitent looks back upon his past Sins, with such a Sense of the folly, the rashness and the unreasonableness of them, that he cannot chuse but be very mean and contemptible in his own Eyes for ever after.
A true Penitent looks back upon his past Sins, with such a Sense of the folly, the rashness and the unreasonableness of them, that he cannot choose but be very mean and contemptible in his own Eyes for ever After.
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He that is heartily asham'd of what he has done, and is angry with himself for it, cannot have a high esteem and value for himself any more.
He that is heartily ashamed of what he has done, and is angry with himself for it, cannot have a high esteem and valve for himself any more.
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And if he is now become a wiser and better Man, and has forsaken his Sins, he will ascribe this entirely to the Grace of God,
And if he is now become a Wiser and better Man, and has forsaken his Sins, he will ascribe this entirely to the Grace of God,
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and therefore his present Goodness and Vertue will not elevate him in his Opinion of himself.
and Therefore his present goodness and Virtue will not elevate him in his Opinion of himself.
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And then, since he is lessen'd in his Opinion of himself by a Sense of his Sins, he will be disposed also to behave himself with great Humility, both towards God and towards Man.
And then, since he is lessened in his Opinion of himself by a Sense of his Sins, he will be disposed also to behave himself with great Humility, both towards God and towards Man.
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He that is truly Penitent will behave himself with great Humility towards God:
He that is truly Penitent will behave himself with great Humility towards God:
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Certainly it becomes a Sinner to do so, and he that well considers how much he has affronted and injur'd the great God, will be very humble in his Behaviour towards him.
Certainly it becomes a Sinner to do so, and he that well considers how much he has affronted and injured the great God, will be very humble in his Behaviour towards him.
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He must needs be ready to say to him with Jacob, I am less than the least of all thy Mercies;
He must needs be ready to say to him with Jacob, I am less than the least of all thy mercies;
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and with the Prodigal, I am no more worthy to be call'd thy Son. He will be very thankful for every Exercise of the Divine Favour to him:
and with the Prodigal, I am no more worthy to be called thy Son. He will be very thankful for every Exercise of the Divine Favour to him:
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He will not be forward to murmur if he wants any good thing, when he acknowledges he has forfeited all:
He will not be forward to murmur if he Wants any good thing, when he acknowledges he has forfeited all:
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He will patiently submit to the Divine Chastisements in his Afflictions, as knowing that his Sins have deserv'd far worse things of God:
He will patiently submit to the Divine Chastisements in his Afflictions, as knowing that his Sins have deserved Far Worse things of God:
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Let us judge and condemn our selves and so prevent the terrible Condemnation of God.
Let us judge and condemn our selves and so prevent the terrible Condemnation of God.
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if it be credible that such things may come to pass, let us secure our selves as well as we can against them by a serious and speedy Repentance.
if it be credible that such things may come to pass, let us secure our selves as well as we can against them by a serious and speedy Repentance.
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and wish most earnestly, but in vain, that we had prevented those Sorrows by a religious Grief? If it be likely,
and wish most earnestly, but in vain, that we had prevented those Sorrows by a religious Grief? If it be likely,
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and severely lash and condemn our selves for slighting and refusing his Pardon? Should we not then believe the Sorrow and Bitterness of Repentance infinitely below those terrible Woes and Griefs,
and severely lash and condemn our selves for slighting and refusing his Pardon? Should we not then believe the Sorrow and Bitterness of Repentance infinitely below those terrible Woes and Griefs,
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When we see our selves irrecoverably lost, condemn'd to eternal Pain and Misery and cut off from all Hope of Mercy, should we not be amazed at our Folly to call to mind what vain and trifling Allurements could draw us to incur the everlasting Perdition of our Souls? Should we not then hate our selves for despising the offer'd Favour of God,
When we see our selves irrecoverably lost, condemned to Eternal Pain and Misery and Cut off from all Hope of Mercy, should we not be amazed At our Folly to call to mind what vain and trifling Allurements could draw us to incur the everlasting Perdition of our Souls? Should we not then hate our selves for despising the offered Favour of God,
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And let us consider what we should think of our Sins if they had brought us already to this as they will do it if we persist in them.
And let us Consider what we should think of our Sins if they had brought us already to this as they will do it if we persist in them.
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and by him be committed to enrag'd and spightful Devils, and be doom'd to have our Portion among them in Darkness and Misery for ever.
and by him be committed to enraged and spiteful Devils, and be doomed to have our Portion among them in Darkness and Misery for ever.
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That if this overtakes us before we have abandon'd our sins and made our Peace with God, we must straightway make our appearance before our righteous offended Judge,
That if this overtakes us before we have abandoned our Sins and made our Peace with God, we must straightway make our appearance before our righteous offended Judge,
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But we may do well to carry our thoughts further and consider what will follow our Death:
But we may do well to carry our thoughts further and Consider what will follow our Death:
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And let us therefore take care to secure them by lamenting and forsaking our sins.
And let us Therefore take care to secure them by lamenting and forsaking our Sins.
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tho' we cannot now so well apprehend the necessity and usefulness of those Advantages as we shall do then:
though we cannot now so well apprehend the necessity and usefulness of those Advantages as we shall do then:
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let us think the same thing now, which is now as true as it will be then,
let us think the same thing now, which is now as true as it will be then,
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and the assur'd hopes of Blessedness the greatest Advantages that a poor Mortal wretch could secure to himself;
and the assured hope's of Blessedness the greatest Advantages that a poor Mortal wretch could secure to himself;
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should I not conclude I had even lost a Life irrecoverably, and spent it in vain in the Service of sin? As we shall then certainly think the Favour of God,
should I not conclude I had even lost a Life irrecoverably, and spent it in vain in the Service of since? As we shall then Certainly think the Favour of God,
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Alas, how poor and useless things would they appear when none could help me out of the greatest Distress, none of them could defer the fatal Period!
Alas, how poor and useless things would they appear when none could help me out of the greatest Distress, none of them could defer the fatal Period!
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What esteem or value should I have for all the Profits, Pleasures, or Honours which my Sins had gain'd for me!
What esteem or valve should I have for all the Profits, Pleasures, or Honours which my Sins had gained for me!
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But if I knew it to be so what should I then think of all my past Transgressions!
But if I knew it to be so what should I then think of all my past Transgressions!
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suppose this moment were to be the last of my Life, and I may the more reasonably suppose this because I know not but it may be so.
suppose this moment were to be the last of my Life, and I may the more reasonably suppose this Because I know not but it may be so.
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Let every one of us soberly think with himself, what if it were just now that I were summon'd to depart hence;
Let every one of us soberly think with himself, what if it were just now that I were summoned to depart hence;
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and the important things that follow it, and consider what are likely to be our thoughts of these Matters in those Circumstances.
and the important things that follow it, and Consider what Are likely to be our thoughts of these Matters in those circumstances.
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2. In the next place that we may seriously bethink our selves of our Death,
2. In the next place that we may seriously bethink our selves of our Death,
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And we may readily subscribe to what our Saviour says of it, Blessed are they that mourn since they shall be thus Comforted. But to enforce this Consideration the more, I desire,
And we may readily subscribe to what our Saviour Says of it, Blessed Are they that mourn since they shall be thus Comforted. But to enforce this Consideration the more, I desire,
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Now since these are effects of Godly-Sorrow, we may conclude this Sorrow has more true Joy and Pleasure attending it than all the mad Mirth and Jollity of sinners.
Now since these Are effects of Godly sorrow, we may conclude this Sorrow has more true Joy and Pleasure attending it than all the mad Mirth and Jollity of Sinners.
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and may come for ought I know the next moment.
and may come for ought I know the next moment.
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He who was an Heir of Hell and obnoxious to everlasting Misery, who might before have been in Fear every moment lest he should be thrown into that, may now say to himself the joyful Period constantly approaches which shall translate me to eternal Bliss,
He who was an Heir of Hell and obnoxious to everlasting Misery, who might before have been in fear every moment lest he should be thrown into that, may now say to himself the joyful Period constantly Approaches which shall translate me to Eternal Bliss,
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He that justly accounted himself less than the least of all Mercies shall be advanced to the greatest!
He that justly accounted himself less than the least of all mercies shall be advanced to the greatest!
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And he may by the Promise of God, and through the merits of Jesus Christ expect that he shall at length be taken from this World to a better, to dwell with Angels and enjoy God himself for ever. Oh wondrous and happy Change!
And he may by the Promise of God, and through the merits of jesus christ expect that he shall At length be taken from this World to a better, to dwell with Angels and enjoy God himself for ever. O wondrous and happy Change!
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Thus greatly is he exalted who humbles himself in a lowly Repentance:
Thus greatly is he exalted who humbles himself in a lowly Repentance:
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The happy Man so far as he is sanctified is fitted for Heaven; and being Pardon'd he is become a Child of God and an Heir of Heaven.
The happy Man so Far as he is sanctified is fitted for Heaven; and being Pardoned he is become a Child of God and an Heir of Heaven.
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3. These two foremention'd Benefits will afford a third which is the hope of future Blessedness and Glory.
3. These two forementioned Benefits will afford a third which is the hope of future Blessedness and Glory.
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and must it not be then a very joyful thing especially to himself.
and must it not be then a very joyful thing especially to himself.
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He shall enjoy the sweet applauses of a good Conscience. There is joy in heaven, our Saviour says over one sinner that repenteth;
He shall enjoy the sweet applauses of a good Conscience. There is joy in heaven, our Saviour Says over one sinner that Repenteth;
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That now he is in hopes to have no more or but very little reason to fall out with himself:
That now he is in hope's to have no more or but very little reason to fallen out with himself:
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and become again like his Celestial Kindred, such as God and Holy Angels can take some Complacency in.
and become again like his Celestial Kindred, such as God and Holy Angels can take Some Complacency in.
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It must needs please a Man exceedingly to find that he is recovering out of a great and vile Disparagement, that he shall regain the great Glory of the humane Nature in the Divine Image,
It must needs please a Man exceedingly to find that he is recovering out of a great and vile Disparagement, that he shall regain the great Glory of the humane Nature in the Divine Image,
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like the restoring of Health and Vigour to him that was fainting and pineing in Sickness.
like the restoring of Health and Vigour to him that was fainting and pining in Sickness.
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But how great and desireable a Benefit is this happy Operation? It is like ease to broken bones,
But how great and desirable a Benefit is this happy Operation? It is like ease to broken bones,
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he is that Person weary and heavy laden, who shall find rest to his Soul, as our Saviour promises, Matt. 11.28.
he is that Person weary and heavy laden, who shall find rest to his Soul, as our Saviour promises, Matt. 11.28.
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and therefore makes his earnest Addresses to the great Physician, and compassionate Lover of Souls;
and Therefore makes his earnest Addresses to the great physician, and compassionate Lover of Souls;
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The true Penitent who hates what he before loved, and loaths now the Sins he delighted in;
The true Penitent who hates what he before loved, and Loathes now the Sins he delighted in;
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and seriously endeavour this, the good Spirit of God will be ready to assist them.
and seriously endeavour this, the good Spirit of God will be ready to assist them.
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If any are heartily griev'd and troubled for their Sins, if they earnestly desire to forsake them,
If any Are heartily grieved and troubled for their Sins, if they earnestly desire to forsake them,
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And this may answer that foolish Plea of some lazy Souls, that they cannot dismiss and put away their Sins:
And this may answer that foolish Plea of Some lazy Souls, that they cannot dismiss and put away their Sins:
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2. Yet further another happy Fruit and Benefit of this will be our Sanctification This the Apostle Promises also in saying, he will cleanse us from all unrighteousness, as well as forgive:
2. Yet further Another happy Fruit and Benefit of this will be our Sanctification This the Apostle Promises also in saying, he will cleanse us from all unrighteousness, as well as forgive:
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How great a force should the Cords of such a wondrous love have with us!
How great a force should the Cords of such a wondrous love have with us!
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Oh, how should it transport us, how should it draw us to God to hear that there is Forgiveness with him!
O, how should it transport us, how should it draw us to God to hear that there is Forgiveness with him!
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and shall be receiv'd into Favour with him, and be treated as his dear Children? All our past Transgressions tho' never so many, our iniquities tho' never so great, shall be no more remembred against us than as if they had never been Committed.
and shall be received into Favour with him, and be treated as his dear Children? All our past Transgressions though never so many, our iniquities though never so great, shall be no more remembered against us than as if they had never been Committed.
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Is there not a great deal of Argument in this, that we shall avoid his eternal Wrath and Vengeance;
Is there not a great deal of Argument in this, that we shall avoid his Eternal Wrath and Vengeance;
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and should not we then be ready to lay aside our unreasonable Enmity against him.
and should not we then be ready to lay aside our unreasonable Enmity against him.
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But how great an Inducement to Repentance is this, how worthy and fit to prevail with us? God is ready to lay aside all his just Displeasure against us,
But how great an Inducement to Repentance is this, how worthy and fit to prevail with us? God is ready to lay aside all his just Displeasure against us,
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Therefore he makes his Father meet him with Favour when he was returning, and ready to bestow more than the poor humbled Sinner could have Confidence to ask.
Therefore he makes his Father meet him with Favour when he was returning, and ready to bestow more than the poor humbled Sinner could have Confidence to ask.
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as well as to give the Character of a true Penitent:
as well as to give the Character of a true Penitent:
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Our Saviour design'd to represent the readiness of a Pardon for all true Penitents, in his Parable of the Prodigal,
Our Saviour designed to represent the readiness of a Pardon for all true Penitents, in his Parable of the Prodigal,
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so he ever lives to make Intercession for Sinners.
so he ever lives to make Intercession for Sinners.
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They may be assur'd, that the same kind Jesus who died a Sacrifice for sin as he rose again from the Dead,
They may be assured, that the same kind jesus who died a Sacrifice for since as he rose again from the Dead,
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This all true Penitents may apply to themselves:
This all true Penitents may apply to themselves:
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For the Apostle says, if we confess our sins, that is with Godly-Sorrow, he will forgive us our sins. And to make this unquestionable he says, We have an Advocate with the Father Jesus Christ the righteous, who also is the Propitiation for our sins:
For the Apostle Says, if we confess our Sins, that is with Godly sorrow, he will forgive us our Sins. And to make this unquestionable he Says, We have an Advocate with the Father jesus christ the righteous, who also is the Propitiation for our Sins:
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1. It shall be blest and rewarded with the full Pardon of all our Sins, this is expresly promised, 1 Joh. 1.9.
1. It shall be blessed and rewarded with the full Pardon of all our Sins, this is expressly promised, 1 John 1.9.
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But it may be useful to mention more particularly the happy Fruits and Benefits of this which are these.
But it may be useful to mention more particularly the happy Fruits and Benefits of this which Are these.
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This happy Disposition shall certainly repair all the Losses, and cure all the mischiefs of our Sins.
This happy Disposition shall Certainly repair all the Losses, and cure all the mischiefs of our Sins.
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If our sins estrange God fromus, our Contrition will bring him nigh to us again in Favour and Mercy.
If our Sins estrange God fromus, our Contrition will bring him High to us again in Favour and Mercy.
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and to revive the heart of the contrite ones:
and to revive the heart of the contrite ones:
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with him also that is of a contrite and humble Spirit, to revive the Spirit of the humble,
with him also that is of a contrite and humble Spirit, to revive the Spirit of the humble,
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I dwell in the high and holy Place;
I dwell in the high and holy Place;
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Again, the Prophet Isaiah speaks of this temper of Spirit, in the most obliging and encouraging terms (Isa. 57.15.) Thus saith the high and lofty one, who inhabiteth Eternity, whose Name is Holy;
Again, the Prophet Isaiah speaks of this temper of Spirit, in the most obliging and encouraging terms (Isaiah 57.15.) Thus Says the high and lofty one, who Inhabiteth Eternity, whose Name is Holy;
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And this he will accept as the Psalmist signifies in the following words, A broken and a contrite heart O God, thou wilt not despise.
And this he will accept as the Psalmist signifies in the following words, A broken and a contrite heart Oh God, thou wilt not despise.
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this is that which he values most in Sinners, and had rather meet with this than receive thousands of Rams, or ten thousands of Rivers of Oyl, if they could be offer'd in Sacrifice to him:
this is that which he value's most in Sinners, and had rather meet with this than receive thousands of Rams, or ten thousands of rivers of Oil, if they could be offered in Sacrifice to him:
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as he does, that this will never be repented of. Great things may be expected from this upon the gracious and encouraging Promises which the Scriptures make to it. The Psalmist says, Psal. 51.17. The Sacrifices of God are abroken Spirit;
as he does, that this will never be repented of. Great things may be expected from this upon the gracious and encouraging Promises which the Scriptures make to it. The Psalmist Says, Psalm 51.17. The Sacrifices of God Are abroken Spirit;
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The Apostle recommends it by these in the Text, when he says, that it works Repentance, it divorces between us and our Sins and gives us Salvation: Well might he add therefore,
The Apostle recommends it by these in the Text, when he Says, that it works Repentance, it divorces between us and our Sins and gives us Salvation: Well might he add Therefore,
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it is uneasie in its Operation, but most happy and pleasant in its Effects.
it is uneasy in its Operation, but most happy and pleasant in its Effects.
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1. The very happy Fruits and Advantages of a true Contrition. It is indeed bitter but very wholesome;
1. The very happy Fruits and Advantages of a true Contrition. It is indeed bitter but very wholesome;
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To obtain this therefore of our selves, let us consider these two Arguments more for this Contrition.
To obtain this Therefore of our selves, let us Consider these two Arguments more for this Contrition.
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so far are we from seeking and giving our selves up to them, as we should do at some solemn times.
so Far Are we from seeking and giving our selves up to them, as we should do At Some solemn times.
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yet the proper influence of them being for the present mortifying and uneasie, we seek to divert and keep them off when they offer themselves;
yet the proper influence of them being for the present mortifying and uneasy, we seek to divert and keep them off when they offer themselves;
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tho' these are things of great Importance, and fit to influence us, and deserve to do so,
though these Are things of great Importance, and fit to influence us, and deserve to do so,
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and sometimes seriously meditate upon them: But this is that Men do not care for;
and sometime seriously meditate upon them: But this is that Men do not care for;
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But that they may do so, we must entertain them in our Minds; we must suffer them to abide and dwell there;
But that they may do so, we must entertain them in our Minds; we must suffer them to abide and dwell there;
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All these Considerations are undoubtedly very fit in their own Nature to produce and excite in us this Godly-Sorrow:
All these Considerations Are undoubtedly very fit in their own Nature to produce and excite in us this Godly sorrow:
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That which is so contrary as our sins are, to all the Obligations of Love and Gratitude to him.
That which is so contrary as our Sins Are, to all the Obligations of Love and Gratitude to him.
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to hate what has wounded and tormented him, and abandon what is so displeasing to him:
to hate what has wounded and tormented him, and abandon what is so displeasing to him:
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and art thou resolved not to be reconciled? These surely are thoughts very fit to make us fall out with our Sins, to grieve that we have cost our kind Saviour so much grief;
and art thou resolved not to be reconciled? These surely Are thoughts very fit to make us fallen out with our Sins, to grieve that we have cost our kind Saviour so much grief;
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and which 'tis so necessary, so useful to thy self to comply with? Do I take such a costly method as this to reconcile God to thee,
and which it's so necessary, so useful to thy self to comply with? Do I take such a costly method as this to reconcile God to thee,
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Wilt thou not then gratifie me in such a request, which I am so much set upon,
Wilt thou not then gratify me in such a request, which I am so much Set upon,
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if thou dost not forsake them.
if thou dost not forsake them.
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But I pity thee for that unspeakable Misery, that lamentable Destruction which they will bring thee to,
But I pity thee for that unspeakable Misery, that lamentable Destruction which they will bring thee to,
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Believe me that I desire nothing but thy Happiness; I do not grudge thee any advantage thy Sins would bring:
Believe me that I desire nothing but thy Happiness; I do not grudge thee any advantage thy Sins would bring:
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reach hither thy hand and thrust it into my side, and be not Faithless but believing.
reach hither thy hand and thrust it into my side, and be not Faithless but believing.
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if thou doubtest of this, Reach hither thy singer and behold my hands;
if thou doubtest of this, Reach hither thy singer and behold my hands;
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Surely I may be taken for a Friend, being so much concern'd for thy Happiness and Welfare;
Surely I may be taken for a Friend, being so much concerned for thy Happiness and Welfare;
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But wilt thou thus require him that so exceedingly loves thee!
But wilt thou thus require him that so exceedingly loves thee!
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It is then to trample upon my precious Blood, to despise all my Love if thou wilt still retain thy Sins.
It is then to trample upon my precious Blood, to despise all my Love if thou wilt still retain thy Sins.
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my Blood will not attone for thee, my Death will not save thee if thou dost not this.
my Blood will not atone for thee, my Death will not save thee if thou dost not this.
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and do all this to no purpose if thou wilt not repent of and forsake thy Sins;
and do all this to no purpose if thou wilt not Repent of and forsake thy Sins;
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those vile, those needless things which I hate above all things, I hang here in vain,
those vile, those needless things which I hate above all things, I hang Here in vain,
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It is I that desire, I intreat thee to part with thy Sins;
It is I that desire, I entreat thee to part with thy Sins;
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I account not my Life, my Blood too dear to part with, to ransome thee from everlasting Misery.
I account not my Life, my Blood too dear to part with, to ransom thee from everlasting Misery.
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and I am loath to with-hold any instance of Love that is necessary to thee;
and I am loath to withhold any instance of Love that is necessary to thee;
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and saying, Sinner all this I endure for thy sake, and my inward Sufferings besides what thou seest are more than thou art able to conceive, such a Sacrifice thy vile Sins need to attone for them;
and saying, Sinner all this I endure for thy sake, and my inward Sufferings beside what thou See Are more than thou art able to conceive, such a Sacrifice thy vile Sins need to atone for them;
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and from his Hands, and from his Feet, and from his Side, bespeaking a Sinner thus,
and from his Hands, and from his Feet, and from his Side, bespeaking a Sinner thus,
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We might suppose him from his tormenting Cross hanging there on great Nails, with the Blood flowing from his Head,
We might suppose him from his tormenting Cross hanging there on great Nails, with the Blood flowing from his Head,
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if we still cherish and retain that which has cost him for our Sakes so very dear:
if we still cherish and retain that which has cost him for our Sakes so very dear:
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ought it not then to be a most hateful thing to us? And can we pretend to any Love, to any Gratitude to the Redeemer,
ought it not then to be a most hateful thing to us? And can we pretend to any Love, to any Gratitude to the Redeemer,
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and died for Love of us;
and died for Love of us;
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All this has it done to our Saviour and Friend to him that has lov'd us to the Death,
All this has it done to our Saviour and Friend to him that has loved us to the Death,
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The Love of Jesus, then, and the love of Sin cannot consist together. This we may reckon is the Enemy that has wounded, that has revil'd, has scourg'd, and crucified him.
The Love of jesus, then, and the love of since cannot consist together. This we may reckon is the Enemy that has wounded, that has reviled, has scourged, and Crucified him.
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we reject him and all the Benefits of his Passion, all the offers of his wonderful Love if we entertain them.
we reject him and all the Benefits of his Passion, all the offers of his wondered Love if we entertain them.
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we hate him who has thus lov'd us, if we do not fall out with them;
we hate him who has thus loved us, if we do not fallen out with them;
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Let us consider we despise his Love, if we do not despise them;
Let us Consider we despise his Love, if we do not despise them;
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Let us consider him laying down his Life, and making his Soul an offering for Sin. And doing all this with a Design to win us from our Sins to oblige us to forsake them.
Let us Consider him laying down his Life, and making his Soul an offering for Sin. And doing all this with a Design to win us from our Sins to oblige us to forsake them.
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That it was for this he dwelt on Earth, he went about here doing good; he preach'd his excellent Instructions which he has left behind him.
That it was for this he dwelled on Earth, he went about Here doing good; he preached his excellent Instructions which he has left behind him.
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condescending to become one of us, that he might by an excellent Example lead and draw us from Evil:
condescending to become one of us, that he might by an excellent Exampl led and draw us from Evil:
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Let us consider the Son of God taking our Nature, that he might destroy the Works of the Devil;
Let us Consider the Son of God taking our Nature, that he might destroy the Works of the devil;
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This is the greatest, the most amazing instance of Love that ever was, That God hath laid down his Life for us.
This is the greatest, the most amazing instance of Love that ever was, That God hath laid down his Life for us.
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Herein is Love! says the Apostle (1 John 1.16.) This is that wherein it does shine with its brightest Glory!
Herein is Love! Says the Apostle (1 John 1.16.) This is that wherein it does shine with its Brightest Glory!
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And certainly we cannot conceive an instance of Love Parallel to his doing this for us.
And Certainly we cannot conceive an instance of Love Parallel to his doing this for us.
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than to bear the Curse of the Law, to shed his most precious Blood, and lay down his Life in our stead.
than to bear the Curse of the Law, to shed his most precious Blood, and lay down his Life in our stead.
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God did not think it for his Honour to grant this to him upon easier terms,
God did not think it for his Honour to grant this to him upon Easier terms,
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In that his well-beloved Son becoming a Mediator on our behalf, could not obtain the Pardon of them without some suffering and Penalty.
In that his well-beloved Son becoming a Mediator on our behalf, could not obtain the Pardon of them without Some suffering and Penalty.
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In this we must needs see a most terrible proof of God's displeasure and offence against the sins of Men:
In this we must needs see a most terrible proof of God's displeasure and offence against the Sins of Men:
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and to reconcile our offended God to us.
and to reconcile our offended God to us.
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5. Let us consider further the Passion and Death of our Saviour Jesus Christ, which he endur'd to atone for our Sins,
5. Let us Consider further the Passion and Death of our Saviour jesus christ, which he endured to atone for our Sins,
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if we consider how great a Crime such a thing is reckon'd among Men, and how ungovernable a Rage and Displeasure it usually provokes in our selves against any that use us after such a manner.
if we Consider how great a Crime such a thing is reckoned among Men, and how ungovernable a Rage and Displeasure it usually provokes in our selves against any that use us After such a manner.
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We shall the better understand what the Nature of such a Carriage is, and what Resentments we may suppose the great God to have of it,
We shall the better understand what the Nature of such a Carriage is, and what Resentments we may suppose the great God to have of it,
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That we should encourage our selves to continue in Enmity and Rebellion against him by his Obligations of us to the contrary!
That we should encourage our selves to continue in Enmity and Rebellion against him by his Obligations of us to the contrary!
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and provoking to God, because he is gentle and loth to be angry with us:
and provoking to God, Because he is gentle and loath to be angry with us:
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But is it not the most monstrous Perverseness, that this should have such an Effect? that we should carry our selves ill,
But is it not the most monstrous Perverseness, that this should have such an Effect? that we should carry our selves ill,
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and God's Patience an Encouragement to continue in sin;
and God's Patience an Encouragement to continue in since;
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and make us seriously intend, and endeavour utterly to forsake our sins? The perverseness of Men indeed, is wont too often to make the present Impunity of Sinners,
and make us seriously intend, and endeavour utterly to forsake our Sins? The perverseness of Men indeed, is wont too often to make the present Impunity of Sinners,
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and without resolving we will no more do it? Ought not such things to beget in us such a resolution? Can we say it is not most highly reasonable and just, that such Forbearance should soften our hard Hearts, melt us into the most passionate Resentments of our Baseness and the Divine Goodness,
and without resolving we will no more do it? Ought not such things to beget in us such a resolution? Can we say it is not most highly reasonable and just, that such Forbearance should soften our hard Hearts, melt us into the most passionate Resentments of our Baseness and the Divine goodness,
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Can we think such thoughts without being heartily ashamed, that we have thus exercised the Divine Patience,
Can we think such thoughts without being heartily ashamed, that we have thus exercised the Divine Patience,
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For thou Lord art strong and patient, tho' thou art provoked every Day!
For thou Lord art strong and patient, though thou art provoked every Day!
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thou hast continued Summer and Winter, Seedtime and Harvest partly for me, and for a multitude of such provoking Wretches as me:
thou hast continued Summer and Winter, Seedtime and Harvest partly for me, and for a multitude of such provoking Wretches as me:
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Cloaths to warm me, the Sun to shine, Showers to fall, the Earth to bring forth Fruits;
Clothes to warm me, the Sun to shine, Showers to fallen, the Earth to bring forth Fruits;
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but thou hast defended me from him. Thou hast commanded my Food to nourish.
but thou hast defended me from him. Thou hast commanded my Food to nourish.
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whose Temptations have been dearer to me than thy Commands would have been, as ready to punish as he has been to tempt, would have been glad to have kill'd me upon thy Commission, and to have dragg'd me, e'er this, into his eternal Prison;
whose Temptations have been Dearer to me than thy Commands would have been, as ready to Punish as he has been to tempt, would have been glad to have killed me upon thy Commission, and to have dragged me, ever this, into his Eternal Prison;
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whom I have trusted and believ'd before the God of Truth and Goodness;
whom I have trusted and believed before the God of Truth and goodness;
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and avenged thee of thine Enemy, yet I live! And the foul Fiend whom I have follow'd and conform'd to in defiance of thee;
and avenged thee of thine Enemy, yet I live! And the foul Fiend whom I have followed and conformed to in defiance of thee;
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and if they had set about it the weakest and the meanest of them could have done it: One breath of Air, one small Fly, one hot Sun-heam might have eased thee of thine Adversary,
and if they had Set about it the Weakest and the Meanest of them could have done it: One breath of Air, one small Fly, one hight Sun-heam might have eased thee of thine Adversary,
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while I have rebell'd against thee: It is a wonder they have not avenged their Creatour's quarrel;
while I have rebelled against thee: It is a wonder they have not avenged their Creator's quarrel;
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It is fit to astonish me to think, that all thy Creatures have by thy Order and Command sustain'd and serv'd me,
It is fit to astonish me to think, that all thy Creatures have by thy Order and Command sustained and served me,
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I must acknowledge thy Patience and Forbearance, O Lord, to be as infinite as my Guilt and Wickedness.
I must acknowledge thy Patience and Forbearance, Oh Lord, to be as infinite as my Gilded and Wickedness.
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yet hast gently afflicted, in the midst of wrath remembring Mercy, and hast done me good by Afflictions!
yet hast gently afflicted, in the midst of wrath remembering Mercy, and hast done me good by Afflictions!
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Thou hast seen me abufing all thy Gifts, yet hast added one Mercy after another to me, hast seen me sinning under Afflictions,
Thou hast seen me abufing all thy Gifts, yet hast added one Mercy After Another to me, hast seen me sinning under Afflictions,
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and yet returning and relapsing to it again, like the Dog to his Vomit, and the filthy Swine to the Mire, yet thou hast spared me.
and yet returning and relapsing to it again, like the Dog to his Vomit, and the filthy Swine to the Mire, yet thou hast spared me.
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Thou hast seen me convinced of the unreasonableness of sin, and in obedience to such a Conviction forsaking it for a-while,
Thou hast seen me convinced of the unreasonableness of since, and in Obedience to such a Conviction forsaking it for awhile,
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Thou hast seen me wallowing in sin, without any care or thought to forsake my Filthiness:
Thou hast seen me wallowing in since, without any care or Thought to forsake my Filthiness:
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not only with one sin but with many.
not only with one since but with many.
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Thou hast not born with only one Act of sin, but with a multitude of sinful Acts;
Thou hast not born with only one Act of since, but with a multitude of sinful Acts;
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and to oblige me to be fit to be forgiven.
and to oblige me to be fit to be forgiven.
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I have given thee provocation enough to desire my Ruine, and still thou desirest my Happiness and Salvation, thou sparest that thou mightest find me fit to be forgiven,
I have given thee provocation enough to desire my Ruin, and still thou Desirest my Happiness and Salvation, thou sparest that thou Mightest find me fit to be forgiven,
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Thou didst not secure my Ruine by preventing my Repentance, because thou didst not desire my Ruine. Oh, amazing Goodness!
Thou didst not secure my Ruin by preventing my Repentance, Because thou didst not desire my Ruin. O, amazing goodness!
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to sue for my Pardon, and to work out my Salvation:
to sue for my Pardon, and to work out my Salvation:
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By this thy wondrous Patience is the Day of Grace lengthned out to me, and I have time to use the means of Grace yet longer;
By this thy wondrous Patience is the Day of Grace lengthened out to me, and I have time to use the means of Grace yet longer;
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but had rather that he should turn from his wickedness and live.
but had rather that he should turn from his wickedness and live.
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Because thou art slow to ANger and of great Mercy, and delightest not in the Death of a sinner,
Because thou art slow to ANger and of great Mercy, and delightest not in the Death of a sinner,
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it is only of the Lord's Mercy that I am not consumed, and because thy Compassions fail not!
it is only of the Lord's Mercy that I am not consumed, and Because thy Compassions fail not!
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But it is meer goodness which has spar'd me;
But it is mere Goodness which has spared me;
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It was not because thou hadst any need of me, nor for any Obligations I have laid upon thee to ballance the provocations of my sins:
It was not Because thou Hadst any need of me, nor for any Obligations I have laid upon thee to balance the provocations of my Sins:
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We may each of us say, it was not, O Lord, because thou could'st not destroy, it was not because it had been unjust to destroy me that I am still spar'd!
We may each of us say, it was not, Oh Lord, Because thou Couldst not destroy, it was not Because it had been unjust to destroy me that I am still spared!
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These things surely should oblige us to love him, and to forsake whatever is displeasing to so good, so kind a Being.
These things surely should oblige us to love him, and to forsake whatever is displeasing to so good, so kind a Being.
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To consider that he has upheld us while we forgot him, he has done us good while we injur'd him, has protected us while we have rebell'd against him.
To Consider that he has upheld us while we forgotten him, he has done us good while we injured him, has protected us while we have rebelled against him.
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yet he has not done it! How much evil we have deserv'd, and how little we have suffer'd!
yet he has not done it! How much evil we have deserved, and how little we have suffered!
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Oh how fit is it to conquer all our Enmity against God! To consider what advantages we have given him against us, what provocations to destroy us,
O how fit is it to conquer all our Enmity against God! To Consider what advantages we have given him against us, what provocations to destroy us,
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This as the Apostle says ( Rom. 2.) Leads us to Repentance; that is, it is a most obliging, a most just and reasonable argument and motive to Repentance.
This as the Apostle Says (Rom. 2.) Leads us to Repentance; that is, it is a most obliging, a most just and reasonable argument and motive to Repentance.
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and very fit to beget in us this Godly-sorrow, to consider further God's great Forbearance and Long-sufferings towards us.
and very fit to beget in us this Godly sorrow, to Consider further God's great Forbearance and Long-sufferings towards us.
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and the multitude of our sins, it will be an amazing Consideration;
and the multitude of our Sins, it will be an amazing Consideration;
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4. When we consider the deserts of sin, the mighty provocation that we have given God to inflict them,
4. When we Consider the deserts of since, the mighty provocation that we have given God to inflict them,
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and pleases to punish, and promises to serve and advantage us, but intends only to ruin and destroy.
and Pleases to Punish, and promises to serve and advantage us, but intends only to ruin and destroy.
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This may justly antidote us against all the allurements of sin, and inable us to reject them and say, It flatters to vex,
This may justly antidote us against all the allurements of since, and inable us to reject them and say, It flatters to vex,
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And this makes it the wildest and most unreasonable Folly, to let our selves be easily induced and drawn to wickedness.
And this makes it the Wildest and most unreasonable Folly, to let our selves be Easily induced and drawn to wickedness.
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We may see 'tis the most hurtful thing to us in the whole World, a Fountain of unspeakable Eternal woes and miseries.
We may see it's the most hurtful thing to us in the Whole World, a Fountain of unspeakable Eternal woes and misery's.
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many that were cut down young and thrown into Hell at the first buddings of sin, who had not so many years of guilt and wickedness to answer for as we have? Thus we may see reason to fall out with sin from our own Interest:
many that were Cut down young and thrown into Hell At the First buddings of since, who had not so many Years of guilt and wickedness to answer for as we have? Thus we may see reason to fallen out with since from our own Interest:
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We might see there perhaps many condemn'd to those Miseries for the same sins that we have been guilty of;
We might see there perhaps many condemned to those Misery's for the same Sins that we have been guilty of;
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How much more, then, with great Aggravation must it be due to such a multitude of sins as I have been guilty of!
How much more, then, with great Aggravation must it be due to such a multitude of Sins as I have been guilty of!
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and the Excess and Perfection of Misery, and say all this is due to me: All this is due to every one of my sins!
and the Excess and Perfection of Misery, and say all this is due to me: All this is due to every one of my Sins!
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all this am I obnoxious and exposed to Let us consider a while the gloomy Horrours of that eternal Prison, the Blackness of Darkness, the painful Fires, the Lashes of Conscience, the heavy Despair, the Rage and Malice of Devils, the want of all things comfortable there,
all this am I obnoxious and exposed to Let us Consider a while the gloomy Horrors of that Eternal Prison, the Blackness of Darkness, the painful Fires, the Lashes of Conscience, the heavy Despair, the Rage and Malice of Devils, the want of all things comfortable there,
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and say all this have I deserv'd by mine;
and say all this have I deserved by mine;
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Yea, we may send our Thoughts down into the dismal Caverns of Hell, and consider what wretched Souls endure there in Punishment of their sins,
Yea, we may send our Thoughts down into the dismal Caverns of Hell, and Consider what wretched Souls endure there in Punishment of their Sins,
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or of many Thousands kill'd in War; he may say, any one of these Fates might have been order'd to me.
or of many Thousands killed in War; he may say, any one of these Fates might have been ordered to me.
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When he hears of many swallow'd alive by an Earthquake, or snatch'd away suddenly by a devouring Pestilence,
When he hears of many swallowed alive by an Earthquake, or snatched away suddenly by a devouring Pestilence,
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The wretched and contemptible Poverty of some, the noisom and wracking Diseases of others, the oppression and cruelty of Men which others are vexed with is due to me.
The wretched and contemptible Poverty of Some, the noisome and wracking Diseases of Others, the oppression and cruelty of Men which Others Are vexed with is due to me.
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and exposed my self to suffer by my sins.
and exposed my self to suffer by my Sins.
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and see all the Misery and Calamity which afflicts Mankind, and say of every sort of it this is due to me, this have I deserv'd,
and see all the Misery and Calamity which afflicts Mankind, and say of every sort of it this is due to me, this have I deserved,
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so also they expose us to the sad bearing an Abundance of afflicting Evil. The sinner may look about him in the World,
so also they expose us to the sad bearing an Abundance of afflicting Evil. The sinner may look about him in the World,
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Let us consider again, As our sins expose us to these irrepairable Losses of good things,
Let us Consider again, As our Sins expose us to these irrepairable Losses of good things,
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They tend to loose us, then, everlasting Felicities, unspeakable Joys, the most sweet, and ravishing, and eternal Pleasures.
They tend to lose us, then, everlasting Felicities, unspeakable Joys, the most sweet, and ravishing, and Eternal Pleasures.
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and without Holiness no Man can see GOd. These make us unfit as well as unworthy to come into his Presence.
and without Holiness no Man can see GOd. These make us unfit as well as unworthy to come into his Presence.
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And further, our sins must needs forfeit and lose also the everlasting Happiness of Heaven: No unclean thing can enter there.
And further, our Sins must needs forfeit and loose also the everlasting Happiness of Heaven: No unclean thing can enter there.
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We shall be left to such Folly, or meet with such Misfortunes as shall blast all our projects and endeavours to help our selves.
We shall be left to such Folly, or meet with such Misfortunes as shall blast all our projects and endeavours to help our selves.
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Without his Assistance and Blessing we can prosper in nothing.
Without his Assistance and Blessing we can prosper in nothing.
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We have not Skill enough to evade the unlucky Accidents that will cross us, nor Power to overcome them:
We have not Skill enough to evade the unlucky Accidents that will cross us, nor Power to overcome them:
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We forfeit also by our sins the Care and Favour of God's Providence, deserve to be left to our selves in the management of our most important Affairs, which cannot but succeed very ill to us.
We forfeit also by our Sins the Care and Favour of God's Providence, deserve to be left to our selves in the management of our most important Affairs, which cannot but succeed very ill to us.
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when the holy Spirit leaves us the evil one takes possession, and will rule and lead us captive at his Will.
when the holy Spirit leaves us the evil one Takes possession, and will Rule and led us captive At his Will.
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and when the holy Spirit is griev'd and departs from us, we shall be liable to fall from one wickedness to another;
and when the holy Spirit is grieved and departs from us, we shall be liable to fallen from one wickedness to Another;
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So by some sin we are exposed to more;
So by Some since we Are exposed to more;
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without whom we can do nothing that becomes us, nothing that will be comfortable to us.
without whom we can do nothing that becomes us, nothing that will be comfortable to us.
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So by them we expose our selves to want the light and guidance of his good Spirit, the Fountain of all our Wisdom and Vertue;
So by them we expose our selves to want the Light and guidance of his good Spirit, the Fountain of all our Wisdom and Virtue;
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and do deserve that he should account us unworthy of his Benefits:
and do deserve that he should account us unworthy of his Benefits:
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Let us then consider, that as by our sins we provoke God to withdraw from us,
Let us then Consider, that as by our Sins we provoke God to withdraw from us,
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and so help us to apprehend the Evil that is in the Nature of sin, and possess us with the right Principle of godly Sorrow.
and so help us to apprehend the Evil that is in the Nature of since, and possess us with the right Principle of godly Sorrow.
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The consideration of this may serve to make us enquire into the Reasons, why our sins should be so extreamly mischievous to us,
The consideration of this may serve to make us inquire into the Reasons, why our Sins should be so extremely mischievous to us,
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and has ever infliced for the sins of his Creatures.
and has ever infliced for the Sins of his Creatures.
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And since there is in them a mighty Provocation of his Displeasure, we must reckon they expose us to suffer all that Evil and Punishment which he has threatned,
And since there is in them a mighty Provocation of his Displeasure, we must reckon they expose us to suffer all that Evil and Punishment which he has threatened,
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By them we alienate God from us who is the only Fountain of Good, and by consequence must be in want of a great deal of Good.
By them we alienate God from us who is the only Fountain of Good, and by consequence must be in want of a great deal of Good.
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and that is the many and terrible Mischiefs which our sins tend to bring upon us.
and that is the many and terrible Mischiefs which our Sins tend to bring upon us.
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3. I may mention a Consequence of this for another Consideration to this purpose;
3. I may mention a Consequence of this for Another Consideration to this purpose;
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and from his hatred we may learn that they deserve ours too, and this if it be well consider'd will be a likely means to raise it against them.
and from his hatred we may Learn that they deserve ours too, and this if it be well considered will be a likely means to raise it against them.
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Herein then we may see his great and deep Resentment and Hatred of their sins; and since his hatred must needs be just our sins do deserve it all;
Herein then we may see his great and deep Resentment and Hatred of their Sins; and since his hatred must needs be just our Sins do deserve it all;
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These severities then, we are to conclude, are in a manner drawn from him, by the base and unworthy Behaviour of his obliged Creatures.
These severities then, we Are to conclude, Are in a manner drawn from him, by the base and unworthy Behaviour of his obliged Creatures.
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and does not delight in their Destruction or Misery.
and does not delight in their Destruction or Misery.
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The good Creatour originally intended nothing but the Happiness of all his Creatures when he made them, he hated nothing that he had made,
The good Creator originally intended nothing but the Happiness of all his Creatures when he made them, he hated nothing that he had made,
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These things we must look upon as being all of them contrary to the Original design of Creation.
These things we must look upon as being all of them contrary to the Original Design of Creation.
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and in ordaining them to the same sad Punishments with the fallen Angels.
and in ordaining them to the same sad Punishments with the fallen Angels.
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He has prov'd it in condemning us to death and dissolution, in cursing and marring this beautiful and orderly Creation for the sins of Men,
He has proved it in condemning us to death and dissolution, in cursing and marring this beautiful and orderly Creation for the Sins of Men,
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and dooming them to everlasting Punishment and Misery.
and dooming them to everlasting Punishment and Misery.
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He has prov'd it severely in banishing the sinning Angels for ever from his Presence, spoiling them of all their Happiness,
He has proved it severely in banishing the sinning Angels for ever from his Presence, spoiling them of all their Happiness,
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If we are apt to imagine that sin is not so very odious and offensive to him, we may upon a little Observation furnish our selves with abundant Evidence of this.
If we Are apt to imagine that since is not so very odious and offensive to him, we may upon a little Observation furnish our selves with abundant Evidence of this.
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yea, and account it but a small, a light matter to return for all the good he does us, that which is the most odious and distastful of all things to him!
yea, and account it but a small, a Light matter to return for all the good he does us, that which is the most odious and distasteful of all things to him!
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That they who are beholden to him for their Being, who live and breath by him every moment, should so frequently, so greatly displease him!
That they who Are beholden to him for their Being, who live and breath by him every moment, should so frequently, so greatly displease him!
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What an enormous thing must it be for his Creatures without any Necessity or just Inducement, to set before him that which is so extreamly offensive and displeasing.
What an enormous thing must it be for his Creatures without any Necessity or just Inducement, to Set before him that which is so extremely offensive and displeasing.
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Now let us think seriously of this matter.
Now let us think seriously of this matter.
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As with an infinite Love he takes complacency in himself, so with an infinite Hatred he must needs regard and abhor our sins.
As with an infinite Love he Takes complacency in himself, so with an infinite Hatred he must needs regard and abhor our Sins.
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There is an immense guilt and vileness in sin, and he resents and loaths it accordingly.
There is an immense guilt and vileness in since, and he resents and Loathes it accordingly.
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but in sin, which is indeed no work of his but the Product of the perverse Will of his Creatures, there is nothing of goodness, nothing but what is offensive and displeasing to the pure Eyes of his Glory.
but in since, which is indeed no work of his but the Product of the perverse Will of his Creatures, there is nothing of Goodness, nothing but what is offensive and displeasing to the pure Eyes of his Glory.
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even the meanest of them has something that he can approve;
even the Meanest of them has something that he can approve;
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It is very fitly said, that in all the Works of God there is something good;
It is very fitly said, that in all the Works of God there is something good;
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That this is the most unlike thing, the most contrary to his glorious perfections that can be.
That this is the most unlike thing, the most contrary to his glorious perfections that can be.
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and the highest indignity and affront:
and the highest indignity and affront:
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But they forget that there is in sin the greatest injustice and wrong to him, the greatest unkindness and ingratitude,
But they forget that there is in since the greatest injustice and wrong to him, the greatest unkindness and ingratitude,
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Men think their Actions as indifferent to Almighty God as they are to themselves, and that because they take little care whether they be good or bad, he does so too.
Men think their Actions as indifferent to Almighty God as they Are to themselves, and that Because they take little care whither they be good or bad, he does so too.
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2. Let us consider how displeasing and offensive to God the sins of his Creatures are.
2. Let us Consider how displeasing and offensive to God the Sins of his Creatures Are.
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Oh that my Head were Waters, and mine Eyes a Fountain of Tears, that I might weep Day and Night for so many Transgressions.
O that my Head were Waters, and mine Eyes a Fountain of Tears, that I might weep Day and Night for so many Transgressions.
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He might reasonably wish with the sad Prophet;
He might reasonably wish with the sad Prophet;
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and might say it were but fitting if it were possible, that my Tears should therefore equal the Waves of it.
and might say it were but fitting if it were possible, that my Tears should Therefore equal the Waves of it.
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A man may think there is some parallel between the numberless Sands of the Sea and his too numerous sins;
A man may think there is Some parallel between the numberless Sands of the Sea and his too numerous Sins;
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What a hearty indignation, what a sensible displeasure against our selves might this justly create in us!
What a hearty Indignation, what a sensible displeasure against our selves might this justly create in us!
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and to become accustomed to do evil.
and to become accustomed to do evil.
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That we have often repeated the same sins, even so as to turn them into habits,
That we have often repeated the same Sins, even so as to turn them into habits,
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To think that it has not been an accidental thing, that which has but now and then happen'd to us to do such things but a course of living:
To think that it has not been an accidental thing, that which has but now and then happened to us to do such things but a course of living:
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and how much shame and trouble may it justly give us to think that we have so multiplied the most vile and shameful Actions!
and how much shame and trouble may it justly give us to think that we have so multiplied the most vile and shameful Actions!
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If we have cause to hate one sin for it self, how odious and displeasing to us should a life of wickedness be,
If we have cause to hate one since for it self, how odious and displeasing to us should a life of wickedness be,
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But now, if there be vileness and evil in one act of sin, how much more must there be in so many!
But now, if there be vileness and evil in one act of since, how much more must there be in so many!
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To what a vast Summ then must our Iniquities amount!
To what a vast Sum then must our Iniquities amount!
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Our best days need that request which our Saviour has taught us daily to use, Forgive us our Trespasses; and our best Actions need forgiveness for the Evil which we commonly mingle with them.
Our best days need that request which our Saviour has taught us daily to use, Forgive us our Trespasses; and our best Actions need forgiveness for the Evil which we commonly mingle with them.
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and after that we must believe our unknown Sins to be many more; those which we took no notice of which we ignorantly committed, or have forgotten.
and After that we must believe our unknown Sins to be many more; those which we took no notice of which we ignorantly committed, or have forgotten.
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How much more reason may any one of us think he has to say it of himself? We may upon Examination find our known and evident Sins to be a great and amazing Number,
How much more reason may any one of us think he has to say it of himself? We may upon Examination find our known and evident Sins to be a great and amazing Number,
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he who said I will take heed to my ways:
he who said I will take heed to my ways:
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These things will make us think we have reason to say with David, Psal. 40.12. My sins are more in Number than the Hairs of my Head. And if such a Person as he could say this of himself, he who early addicted himself to Piety and Vertue;
These things will make us think we have reason to say with David, Psalm 40.12. My Sins Are more in Number than the Hairs of my Head. And if such a Person as he could say this of himself, he who early addicted himself to Piety and Virtue;
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and to every Circumstance of our Lives, and in how many ways we may transgress it:
and to every Circumstance of our Lives, and in how many ways we may transgress it:
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If we consider too the vast Latitude and Extent of the Law of God, how it reaches to every Relation we are in,
If we Consider too the vast Latitude and Extent of the Law of God, how it reaches to every Relation we Are in,
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and we too commonly are careless what they are; especially, it may be, of our thoughts which we conceal:
and we too commonly Are careless what they Are; especially, it may be, of our thoughts which we conceal:
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and how easily we multiply thoughts, that the most if not all of these are good or evil,
and how Easily we multiply thoughts, that the most if not all of these Are good or evil,
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If we consider the multitude of words that flow from us;
If we Consider the multitude of words that flow from us;
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how many other Cares we have about our Actions, and how seldom we concern our selves whether they be good or evil:
how many other Cares we have about our Actions, and how seldom we concern our selves whither they be good or evil:
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And if it be consider'd how many rash and unpremeditated Actions we do in the Course of our Lives,
And if it be considered how many rash and unpremeditated Actions we do in the Course of our Lives,
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or if we do not take a great deal of care for that purpose.
or if we do not take a great deal of care for that purpose.
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How exceedingly must we needs multiply Transgressions if we do not take any care at all to avoid them,
How exceedingly must we needs multiply Transgressions if we do not take any care At all to avoid them,
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when we are continually haunted by a subtle industrious Adversary, whose great business it is to draw us into sin:
when we Are continually haunted by a subtle Industria Adversary, whose great business it is to draw us into since:
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When we have a Nature prone to do Evil, when we converse in a sinful careless World,
When we have a Nature prove to do Evil, when we converse in a sinful careless World,
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1. In the first place, then, to beget in us this godly Sorrow, let us seriously consider the Multitude of the Offences which we commit against Almighty God.
1. In the First place, then, to beget in us this godly Sorrow, let us seriously Consider the Multitude of the Offences which we commit against Almighty God.
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and meditate on the former till they may have their due Effect upon us.
and meditate on the former till they may have their due Effect upon us.
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After which I shall add some other Considerations, which will be fit to make us willing to entertain,
After which I shall add Some other Considerations, which will be fit to make us willing to entertain,
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and which by the Blessing of God will do it, if we will allow them our serious Meditation:
and which by the Blessing of God will do it, if we will allow them our serious Meditation:
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but necessary remedy of their sins, I shall propose several Considerations which are apt in their own Nature to produce it in us,
but necessary remedy of their Sins, I shall propose several Considerations which Are apt in their own Nature to produce it in us,
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This latter will be the Subject of this. And that I may the better bring the unwilling Minds of Men to this unpleasant,
This latter will be the Subject of this. And that I may the better bring the unwilling Minds of Men to this unpleasant,
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2. To endeavour the persuading Men to entertain and practice it. The first of these was spoken to, and finish'd in the former Discourse:
2. To endeavour the persuading Men to entertain and practice it. The First of these was spoken to, and finished in the former Discourse:
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1. To represent or describe the true godly Sorrow or Contrition, to which the Apostle in the Text ascribes so happy Effects.
1. To represent or describe the true godly Sorrow or Contrition, to which the Apostle in the Text ascribes so happy Effects.
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and to that purpose I proposed to insist upon these two Heads of Discourse concerning it.
and to that purpose I proposed to insist upon these two Heads of Discourse Concerning it.
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when he says, Godly sorrow works Repentance unto salvation, &c. I have therefore thought it a good and useful Office to endeavour to promote this among Men;
when he Says, Godly sorrow works Repentance unto salvation, etc. I have Therefore Thought it a good and useful Office to endeavour to promote this among Men;
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and the gnawings of the never dying Worm which we must feel under the Eternal Punishments of Sin. This is according to the Account which the Apostle gives of our penitent and religious Sorrow for sin in the Text,
and the gnawings of the never dying Worm which we must feel under the Eternal Punishments of Sin. This is according to the Account which the Apostle gives of our penitent and religious Sorrow for since in the Text,
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Besides, the Sorrows of Repentance being attended with hope in the Divine Mercy, and allay'd with the gracious Promise of Pardon, will be incomparably more tolerable and easie than that heavy Despair we must lie under for ever,
Beside, the Sorrows of Repentance being attended with hope in the Divine Mercy, and allayed with the gracious Promise of Pardon, will be incomparably more tolerable and easy than that heavy Despair we must lie under for ever,
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But the wrath of God once kindled upon us will burn for ever, and punish us with Eternal Torment.
But the wrath of God once kindled upon us will burn for ever, and Punish us with Eternal Torment.
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they will soon end in joy, and he who thus mourns shall be comforted:
they will soon end in joy, and he who thus mourns shall be comforted:
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or be judg'd, condemn'd and punish'd by Almighty God: And it will be but a short Trouble to endure the Griefs of Repentance;
or be judged, condemned and punished by Almighty God: And it will be but a short Trouble to endure the Griefs of Repentance;
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We must judge, condemn, and afflict our selves for our Sins under the Sorrows of a true Repentance,
We must judge, condemn, and afflict our selves for our Sins under the Sorrows of a true Repentance,
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They are necessary to prevent far worse things which we must inevitably endure if we refuse these.
They Are necessary to prevent Far Worse things which we must inevitably endure if we refuse these.
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But when we have been so foolish as to sin against God, we have made these things absolutely necessary to us:
But when we have been so foolish as to sin against God, we have made these things absolutely necessary to us:
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or can be easily brought to rebuke and condemn himself.
or can be Easily brought to rebuke and condemn himself.
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THere is naturally in all Men so good an Opinion of themselves, and so much Self-love, that no one cares (if he can help it) to endure any Grief or Trouble of Mind,
THere is naturally in all Men so good an Opinion of themselves, and so much Self-love, that no one Cares (if he can help it) to endure any Grief or Trouble of Mind,
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2 Cor. 7.10. For Godly-Sorrow worketh Repentance to Salvation not to be repented of.
2 Cor. 7.10. For Godly sorrow works Repentance to Salvation not to be repented of.
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to whom with the Father, and the Holy Ghost be all Honour and Glory world without end. Amen.
to whom with the Father, and the Holy Ghost be all Honour and Glory world without end. Amen.
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So shall we upon our departure hence be carried by kind Angels to that happy Place where all tears shall be wiped from our Eyes, where sorrow and sighing shall flee away, and at last we shall enter into our Masters unspeakable eternal joy. Which God of his infinite Mercy Grant we may do thro' the Merits of Jesus Christ;
So shall we upon our departure hence be carried by kind Angels to that happy Place where all tears shall be wiped from our Eyes, where sorrow and sighing shall flee away, and At last we shall enter into our Masters unspeakable Eternal joy. Which God of his infinite Mercy Grant we may do through the Merits of jesus christ;
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Oh let it make us, to secure it, hasten to leave our sins, and spend the remainder of our days in Righteousness and true Holiness:
O let it make us, to secure it, hasten to leave our Sins, and spend the remainder of our days in Righteousness and true Holiness:
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This happy advantage the Gospel offers us, and the Patience of God yet gives us space and opportunity to secure it.
This happy advantage the Gospel offers us, and the Patience of God yet gives us Molle and opportunity to secure it.
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Let us mourn for sin while our Mourning will do us some good, while it will obtain the Pardon of our sins and a right to everlasting Blessedness.
Let us mourn for since while our Mourning will do us Some good, while it will obtain the Pardon of our Sins and a right to everlasting Blessedness.
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This keeps the thoughts within compass, accustomes them to Command, tames the Animal Spirits, and keeps them governable, occasions the frequent denial and contradiction of our Appetites, helps us in this, and so keeps them regular.
This keeps the thoughts within compass, accustoms them to Command, tames the Animal Spirits, and keeps them governable, occasions the frequent denial and contradiction of our Appetites, helps us in this, and so keeps them regular.
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then will even worldly Business prove an excellent means of Vertue.
then will even worldly Business prove an excellent means of Virtue.
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But if these Cases be excepted and Men keep themselves within the Bounds of what is lawful in this Matter,
But if these Cases be excepted and Men keep themselves within the Bounds of what is lawful in this Matter,
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and in these Cases the more diligent Men are the more, wicked they are:
and in these Cases the more diligent Men Are the more, wicked they Are:
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'tis true, some Men find themselves unlawful Business, and some Sin in the excess of their Application to that which is lawful,
it's true, Some Men find themselves unlawful Business, and Some since in the excess of their Application to that which is lawful,
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Idleness cherishes all manner of Vice, and lawful Business well follow'd blasts it:
Idleness Cherishes all manner of Vice, and lawful Business well followed blasts it:
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Tho' it were to be wish'd that all Persons who are come to the years of discretion would constantly do that,
Though it were to be wished that all Persons who Are come to the Years of discretion would constantly do that,
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and if that were duely done we might hope to see a great deal of Reformation.
and if that were duly done we might hope to see a great deal of Reformation.
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But we should besides have some Examination of our selves every Evening.
But we should beside have Some Examination of our selves every Evening.
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It was the Precept of a famous Philosopher among the Heathens (Pythag.) do not admit sleep (said he) into your Eyes till you have thrice recollected every single Action of the Day;
It was the Precept of a famous Philosopher among the heathens (Pythagoras) do not admit sleep (said he) into your Eyes till you have thrice recollected every single Actium of the Day;
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And say what have I done? Wherein have I transgress'd? What Duty have I omitted? The Apostle certainly urges this practice with a very great and cogent Motive, 1 Cor. 11.21.
And say what have I done? Wherein have I transgressed? What Duty have I omitted? The Apostle Certainly urges this practice with a very great and cogent Motive, 1 Cor. 11.21.
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If we would Judge our selves we should not be judged: His meaning is;
If we would Judge our selves we should not be judged: His meaning is;
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this Course would be likely to deliver us from the Judgment of God to our Condemnation and Punishment as we may learn from the following Verse.
this Course would be likely to deliver us from the Judgement of God to our Condemnation and Punishment as we may Learn from the following Verse.
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This Examination when seriously perform'd will renew and revive a Man's Repentance for his faults, and his Resolutions against them:
This Examination when seriously performed will renew and revive a Man's Repentance for his Faults, and his Resolutions against them:
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It will mightily cherish and maintain the Fear of God in us which is the Beginning of Wisdom.
It will mightily cherish and maintain the fear of God in us which is the Beginning of Wisdom.
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It gives Authority and Power to a Man's Conscience and teaches him (as that Philosopher very significantly speaks) to reverence and stand in awe of himself:
It gives authority and Power to a Man's Conscience and Teaches him (as that Philosopher very significantly speaks) to Reverence and stand in awe of himself:
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And it will in a little time make a Man much the more careful to avoid all manner of Evil,
And it will in a little time make a Man much the more careful to avoid all manner of Evil,
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when he knows beforehand that the letting himself do it will bring him in the End of the Day to remorse and shame,
when he knows beforehand that the letting himself do it will bring him in the End of the Day to remorse and shame,
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and an uneasie Indignation against himself.
and an uneasy Indignation against himself.
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3. Another good means of living well and absolutely necessary is, that we do carefully avoid all Temptations to wickedness.
3. another good means of living well and absolutely necessary is, that we do carefully avoid all Temptations to wickedness.
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Some Men, tho' they pretend to be fallen out with their Sins, yet they take a secret Pleasure to be tempted to them still:
some Men, though they pretend to be fallen out with their Sins, yet they take a secret Pleasure to be tempted to them still:
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But there is a secret Iniquity in that Pleasure, and it speaks too much Inclination to the Sin. It is well said by a very wise Authour (Excellent Woman) She that pleases her self to be in the Midst of her Enemies may be justly suspected to have a Desire to be overcome.
But there is a secret Iniquity in that Pleasure, and it speaks too much Inclination to the Sin. It is well said by a very wise Author (Excellent Woman) She that Pleases her self to be in the Midst of her Enemies may be justly suspected to have a Desire to be overcome.
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Another says 'tis impossible a Man should willingly abide by a Temptation for a good End. And indeed 'tis seldom this can be without an ill Effect.
another Says it's impossible a Man should willingly abide by a Temptation for a good End. And indeed it's seldom this can be without an ill Effect.
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Men foolishly dally with the pleasing Allurement till they are overthrown and conquer'd. Temptation excites and provokes the Appetite, and inflames Concupiscence to an ungovernable Rage.
Men foolishly dally with the pleasing Allurement till they Are overthrown and conquered. Temptation excites and provokes the Appetite, and inflames Concupiscence to an ungovernable Rage.
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And we help this to prevail upon us when we let it come near: and do needlesly and frequently converse with it.
And we help this to prevail upon us when we let it come near: and do needlessly and frequently converse with it.
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It is a dangerous presumption to do thus upon the account of our own weakness and proneness to do Evil:
It is a dangerous presumption to do thus upon the account of our own weakness and proneness to do Evil:
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And besides it offends and provokes the Spirit of God to abandon us. He, we may expect, will defend us in Temptations which we cannot avoid;
And beside it offends and provokes the Spirit of God to abandon us. He, we may expect, will defend us in Temptations which we cannot avoid;
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which the Course of God's Providence and our Duty necessarily bring us into;
which the Course of God's Providence and our Duty necessarily bring us into;
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but we cannot with any good reason expect he should defend us in those which we do needlesly and perhaps from a bad Inclination expose our selves to.
but we cannot with any good reason expect he should defend us in those which we do needlessly and perhaps from a bad Inclination expose our selves to.
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Tho' we show the strength of our Vertue well, when we stand unmov'd in a very importunate Temptation, which we did not foresee and could not avoid,
Though we show the strength of our Virtue well, when we stand unmoved in a very importunate Temptation, which we did not foresee and could not avoid,
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yet we render the sincerity of our Vertue very suspicious when we love to be tempted to wickedness.
yet we render the sincerity of our Virtue very suspicious when we love to be tempted to wickedness.
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And every Man shall meet with unavoidable Temptations enough in every State and Condition of Life;
And every Man shall meet with unavoidable Temptations enough in every State and Condition of Life;
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so that no one needs to seek Temptations that he may try and show the strength of his Vertue by them.
so that no one needs to seek Temptations that he may try and show the strength of his Virtue by them.
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Under this direction to avoid Temptations is included that we should take a great deal of care what the Company is which we much converse with:
Under this direction to avoid Temptations is included that we should take a great deal of care what the Company is which we much converse with:
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We must walk circumspectly as the Apostle advises, that is, take good notice whether the Course of Life we lead be good or bad,
We must walk circumspectly as the Apostle advises, that is, take good notice whither the Course of Life we led be good or bad,
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If we are careless of our selves in this matter it is not possible we should live well:
If we Are careless of our selves in this matter it is not possible we should live well:
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and be kept free from all Sin and Wickedness.
and be kept free from all since and Wickedness.
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It must be the chief part of our Care about our Course of Life that it be Religious and Vertuous,
It must be the chief part of our Care about our Course of Life that it be Religious and Virtuous,
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like Moses, as seeing him that is invisible, Heb. 11.27. 2. That we may abstain from Evil and live well, we must have a constant care and concern upon us what it is that we do, with respect to the Good or Evil of our Actions.
like Moses, as seeing him that is invisible, Hebrew 11.27. 2. That we may abstain from Evil and live well, we must have a constant care and concern upon us what it is that we do, with respect to the Good or Evil of our Actions.
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Faith and Reason should represent what our Eyes cannot, and we should always govern our selves,
Faith and Reason should represent what our Eyes cannot, and we should always govern our selves,
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Tho' we see him not yet is he nigh to every one of us.
Though we see him not yet is he High to every one of us.
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I am always surrounded by his Majesty and Glory, by his Power and Greatness, by his Purity and Holiness.
I am always surrounded by his Majesty and Glory, by his Power and Greatness, by his Purity and Holiness.
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When in the dark, that the Darkness and Light are both alike to him:
When in the dark, that the Darkness and Light Are both alike to him:
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there is not a word in my tongue but he knows it altogether. When we are alone we should think I am here in the presence of God:
there is not a word in my tongue but he knows it altogether. When we Are alone we should think I am Here in the presence of God:
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God knows my down-sitting and my up-rising; he understands my thought afar off; he is acquainted with all my ways;
God knows my downsit and my uprising; he understands my Thought afar off; he is acquainted with all my ways;
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Let us then consider God's presence and observance of us as he does in Psal. 139. and often tell our selves;
Let us then Consider God's presence and observance of us as he does in Psalm 139. and often tell our selves;
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and this has restrain'd me from doing Evil that I could not conceal my self from thee.
and this has restrained me from doing Evil that I could not conceal my self from thee.
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Which is as much as to say this was to me a great incouragement to my Duty, to think, I should be observ'd by thee in the doing it,
Which is as much as to say this was to me a great encouragement to my Duty, to think, I should be observed by thee in the doing it,
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The influence of this towards a good Life the Psalmist expresses from his own Experience, Psal. 119.168. I have kept thy Precepts and thy Testimonies for all my ways are before thee.
The influence of this towards a good Life the Psalmist Expresses from his own Experience, Psalm 119.168. I have kept thy Precepts and thy Testimonies for all my ways Are before thee.
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he beholds them with approbation or dislike, and with intention to reward or punish them. He sees in secret and will reward them openly.
he beholds them with approbation or dislike, and with intention to reward or Punish them. He sees in secret and will reward them openly.
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and a strict and just Censurer of our Actions. To consider that he sees them and concerns himself what they are;
and a strict and just Censurer of our Actions. To Consider that he sees them and concerns himself what they Are;
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but may be assur'd that he does sees us: who is the most glorious and perfect Pattern of all moral Excellency;
but may be assured that he does sees us: who is the most glorious and perfect Pattern of all moral Excellency;
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But if this be so useful an Instrument of Reformation and Vertue, how much rather must it be so to set God always before us? whom we may not only suppose to see us,
But if this be so useful an Instrument of Reformation and Virtue, how much rather must it be so to Set God always before us? whom we may not only suppose to see us,
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And that Man (says he) that shall thus reverence and consider such an excellent Person, shall soon come himself to deserve such Reverence from others.
And that Man (Says he) that shall thus Reverence and Consider such an excellent Person, shall soon come himself to deserve such reverence from Others.
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We should suppose him either as having Authority to censure and restrain us from Evil, or as a Pattern of Vertue to be imitated.
We should suppose him either as having authority to censure and restrain us from Evil, or as a Pattern of Virtue to be imitated.
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and suppose our selves always in his sight and presence, and do all things as if he beheld us.
and suppose our selves always in his sighed and presence, and do all things as if he beheld us.
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We should therefore (says he) fix upon some very good Man whom we and all the World esteem and reverence,
We should Therefore (Says he) fix upon Some very good Man whom we and all the World esteem and Reverence,
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if we had always at hand a witness to our Actions.
if we had always At hand a witness to our Actions.
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The wise Moralist ( Seneca Ep. 11.) perswaded himself that a great part of our Faults would be prevented,
The wise Moralist (Senecca Epistle 11.) persuaded himself that a great part of our Faults would be prevented,
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We must remember that his Eyes behold and his Eye-lids try the Children of Men, Psal. 11.4. He sees and censures all our Actions.
We must Remember that his Eyes behold and his Eyelids try the Children of Men, Psalm 11.4. He sees and censures all our Actions.
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Solomon proposes this as fit to restrain Men from wickedness, Prov. 5.21. Where after he had been cautioning Men against a vile sort of wickedness commonly committed in fecret, he joyns these words to his Discourse, For the ways of Man are before the Eyes of the Lord and he pondereth all his goings:
Solomon proposes this as fit to restrain Men from wickedness, Curae 5.21. Where After he had been cautioning Men against a vile sort of wickedness commonly committed in fecret, he joins these words to his Discourse, For the ways of Man Are before the Eyes of the Lord and he pondereth all his goings:
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We are in the continual View of a Righteous and Holy God who loves Righteousness and hates Iniquity:
We Are in the continual View of a Righteous and Holy God who loves Righteousness and hates Iniquity:
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We must know and consider that the great Judge and Governour of the World always observes us:
We must know and Consider that the great Judge and Governor of the World always observes us:
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1. We must carefully maintain a Sense of God's continual Presence with us.
1. We must carefully maintain a Sense of God's continual Presence with us.
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and that we may become good and religious: And to that purpose these things following are to be observ'd.
and that we may become good and religious: And to that purpose these things following Are to be observed.
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In the first place I shall represent what endeavour and care of our own must be exercised towards the reforming our selves,
In the First place I shall represent what endeavour and care of our own must be exercised towards the reforming our selves,
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What course a Man must take to perform his good Resolutions. 2. To urge the industrious Application of our own endeavour to this purpose.
What course a Man must take to perform his good Resolutions. 2. To urge the Industria Application of our own endeavour to this purpose.
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1. To represent what endeavour and care must be used towards the reforming our selves, and living well, when we have resolv'd and promised this:
1. To represent what endeavour and care must be used towards the reforming our selves, and living well, when we have resolved and promised this:
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Which that I may the more usefully do I shall employ the following Discourse in these two things.
Which that I may the more usefully do I shall employ the following Discourse in these two things.
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I may, then, from these words insist upon and urge this necessary Endeavour:
I may, then, from these words insist upon and urge this necessary Endeavour:
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but applied himself, with a diligent endeavour and care, to do what he had sworn and resolv'd.
but applied himself, with a diligent endeavour and care, to do what he had sworn and resolved.
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and to the Letter of the Hebrew (Muis in loc.) But yet both these ways of expressing it come to this same sence and meaning, that the Psalmist did not forget his good Resolutions as soon as he had made them, he did not neglect them afterwards,
and to the letter of the Hebrew (Muis in loc.) But yet both these ways of expressing it come to this same sense and meaning, that the Psalmist did not forget his good Resolutions as soon as he had made them, he did not neglect them afterwards,
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I have sworn and am stedfastly purposed, &c. which is more exactly according to the Septuagint,
I have sworn and am steadfastly purposed, etc. which is more exactly according to the septuagint,
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We do otherwise render this Verse, in that Translation of the Psalms which is used in our Liturgy, thus;
We do otherwise render this Verse, in that translation of the Psalms which is used in our Liturgy, thus;
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that I will keep thy Righteous Judgments.
that I will keep thy Righteous Judgments.
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and urge the Imitation of it. He says to God I have sworn, and I will perform it;
and urge the Imitation of it. He Says to God I have sworn, and I will perform it;
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I shall at this time, then, propose the Psalmist's Example as it is represented in these words,
I shall At this time, then, propose the Psalmist's Exampl as it is represented in these words,
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They suffer themselves to be diverted from the necessary care and endeavour to perform them by the cares and entertainments of this World and so they come to nothing.
They suffer themselves to be diverted from the necessary care and endeavour to perform them by the Cares and entertainments of this World and so they come to nothing.
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When they have made their vows and promises to reform and live well they never mind them:
When they have made their vows and promises to reform and live well they never mind them:
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And herein it is that Men commonly desert themselves.
And herein it is that Men commonly desert themselves.
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We must come to this by our own Industry and Labour, as well as by his Grace.
We must come to this by our own Industry and Labour, as well as by his Grace.
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yet he works in us to do by our selves:
yet he works in us to do by our selves:
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But tho' he works in us to will without our selves preventing us by his Grace,
But though he works in us to will without our selves preventing us by his Grace,
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'Tis true, the Grace of God must be owned to work in us both to will and to do all that is good:
It's true, the Grace of God must be owned to work in us both to will and to do all that is good:
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and to introduce good and vertuous ones in the room of them.
and to introduce good and virtuous ones in the room of them.
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We must take pains with our selves, and that perhaps in a long course of stedfast Endeavour to conquer vicious Habits,
We must take pains with our selves, and that perhaps in a long course of steadfast Endeavour to conquer vicious Habits,
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The one is done in a short fit the other must be a work of time.
The one is done in a short fit the other must be a work of time.
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Because it is much easier and cheaper to us to purpose and intend well, than to follow our good purposes with suitable practice.
Because it is much Easier and cheaper to us to purpose and intend well, than to follow our good Purposes with suitable practice.
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because our Adversary the Devil goes about like a roaring Lion seeking whom he may devour.
Because our Adversary the devil Goes about like a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour.
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And as it is the Design of a subtle industrious Adversary to draw us into Sin,
And as it is the Design of a subtle Industria Adversary to draw us into since,
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so our own deprav'd and vicious Nature is very liable and enclin'd to it;
so our own depraved and vicious Nature is very liable and inclined to it;
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and then between both as our danger must be exceeding great, we cannot possibly be safe unless our care be great too.
and then between both as our danger must be exceeding great, we cannot possibly be safe unless our care be great too.
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The gross Faults which are recorded of some good Men loudly proclaim the common Necessity of this observance of our selves.
The gross Faults which Are recorded of Some good Men loudly proclaim the Common Necessity of this observance of our selves.
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Our Saviour therefore pronounces his Direction to it thus to his Disciples, What I say unto you I say unto all watch.
Our Saviour Therefore pronounces his Direction to it thus to his Disciples, What I say unto you I say unto all watch.
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But notwithstanding the Necessity and Importance of thus observing our selves, it is that which we too frequently intermit;
But notwithstanding the Necessity and Importance of thus observing our selves, it is that which we too frequently intermit;
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and therefore it is necessary that we often set apart some Times for a serious and deliberate Examination of our selves.
and Therefore it is necessary that we often Set apart Some Times for a serious and deliberate Examination of our selves.
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We should examine our Actions impartially and severely;
We should examine our Actions impartially and severely;
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and take notice of the several Circumstances which aggravate the Evil or diminish the Good of them.
and take notice of the several circumstances which aggravate the Evil or diminish the Good of them.
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This is an excellent Means of Reformation and Vertue; therefore the Prophet exhorts to it as such, Lam. 3.40. saying, Let us search and try our ways and turn again to the Lord:
This is an excellent Means of Reformation and Virtue; Therefore the Prophet exhorts to it as such, Lam. 3.40. saying, Let us search and try our ways and turn again to the Lord:
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Intimating that this Course would both induce us to and direct us in our Conversion.
Intimating that this Course would both induce us to and Direct us in our Conversion.
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And indeed how can we amend our Errours if we do not know wherein we have err'd? Or how can we fall out with our Sins if we do not well consider the Circumstances that aggravate them? Which things require a strict and serious Examination.
And indeed how can we amend our Errors if we do not know wherein we have erred? Or how can we fallen out with our Sins if we do not well Consider the circumstances that aggravate them? Which things require a strict and serious Examination.
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David speaks the Usefulness of this also from his own Experience, Psal. 119.59. I thought on my ways (says he) and turned my Feet unto thy Testimonies.
David speaks the Usefulness of this also from his own Experience, Psalm 119.59. I Thought on my ways (Says he) and turned my Feet unto thy Testimonies.
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But this is an Exercise which should be often repeated that we might receive much Benefit from it.
But this is an Exercise which should be often repeated that we might receive much Benefit from it.
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And certainly the doing it but once in a Month in preparation for the Lord's Supper cannot be enough almost for any of us.
And Certainly the doing it but once in a Monn in preparation for the Lord's Supper cannot be enough almost for any of us.
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Psalm 119.106. I have sworn, and I will perform it; that I will keep thy Righteous Judgments.
Psalm 119.106. I have sworn, and I will perform it; that I will keep thy Righteous Judgments.
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THere are many more Sinners brought to promise and resolve that they will forsake their Sins and lead good Lives,
THere Are many more Sinners brought to promise and resolve that they will forsake their Sins and led good Lives,
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than there are that keep and practice such Resolutions.
than there Are that keep and practice such Resolutions.
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And with some Men it is a common thing both to make good Resolutions and to break them. The reason of this is;
And with Some Men it is a Common thing both to make good Resolutions and to break them. The reason of this is;
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Through the Merits and Intercession of Jesus Christ, to whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost be all Honour and Glory world without end. Amen.
Through the Merits and Intercession of jesus christ, to whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost be all Honour and Glory world without end. Amen.
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and stedfastly wait on God in the use of appointed means, and when our Resolution is sufficiently tried, our Endeavours shall be abundantly blest and rewarded:
and steadfastly wait on God in the use of appointed means, and when our Resolution is sufficiently tried, our Endeavours shall be abundantly blessed and rewarded:
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Nor that a new beginner in Vertue should immediately become strong and perfect, yet let us continue our Endeavour, never admit a thought of giving it over,
Nor that a new beginner in Virtue should immediately become strong and perfect, yet let us continue our Endeavour, never admit a Thought of giving it over,
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If then the desired Success does not speedily come, as indeed it is not to be expected that an habitual Sinner should ordinarily be all at once reform'd:
If then the desired Success does not speedily come, as indeed it is not to be expected that an habitual Sinner should ordinarily be all At once reformed:
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In time, and by degrees, and with Constant and Patient endeavour, we shall conquer the most obstinate Sins and settle in our selves the most disagreeing Vertues.
In time, and by Degrees, and with Constant and Patient endeavour, we shall conquer the most obstinate Sins and settle in our selves the most disagreeing Virtues.
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and when he bids us strive to enter in at the strait gate, he therein gives us sufficient assurance that we shall not strive alone, nor in vain.
and when he bids us strive to enter in At the strait gate, he therein gives us sufficient assurance that we shall not strive alone, nor in vain.
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His directing us to use such things as means of Grace and Salvation does imply a Conditional Promise that if we do use them we shall succeed well in it,
His directing us to use such things as means of Grace and Salvation does imply a Conditional Promise that if we do use them we shall succeed well in it,
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but if we do use the means he appoints he will in due time give a Blessing to them.
but if we do use the means he appoints he will in due time give a Blessing to them.
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for this is his good Pleasure. God does not bid us use means to mock and deceive us;
for this is his good Pleasure. God does not bid us use means to mock and deceive us;
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The Holy Spirit of God will certainly give our serious Endeavours good Success: And he that has brought us to will, shall certainly work in us to do,
The Holy Spirit of God will Certainly give our serious Endeavours good Success: And he that has brought us to will, shall Certainly work in us to do,
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5. Lastly, if we do follow our good Resolutions with earnest and continual Endeavours we shall be able to perform them.
5. Lastly, if we do follow our good Resolutions with earnest and continual Endeavours we shall be able to perform them.
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so that we do both the more secure, and the more aggravate and heighten our Condemnation by Vows and Promises which we take no care to keep and perform.
so that we do both the more secure, and the more aggravate and heighten our Condemnation by Vows and Promises which we take no care to keep and perform.
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We add the Guilt of Falseness, and breach of Vows and Promises to the Rebellion and ingratitude of our Sins,
We add the Gilded of Falseness, and breach of Vows and Promises to the Rebellion and ingratitude of our Sins,
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In these we confess we ought to forsake our Sins and to become Religious, and then in these we condemn our selves if we do not endeavour it.
In these we confess we ought to forsake our Sins and to become Religious, and then in these we condemn our selves if we do not endeavour it.
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We shall be condemn'd out of our own Mouths:
We shall be condemned out of our own Mouths:
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4. Our own Resolutions and Promises to do well, if they are not follow'd with a steady Endeavour to perform them, will rise up in Judgment against us and condemn us.
4. Our own Resolutions and Promises to do well, if they Are not followed with a steady Endeavour to perform them, will rise up in Judgement against us and condemn us.
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But then if we neglect to do these things we fall under the Guilt and Folly of neglecting our selves, of neglecting our own Salvation, and this will be the eternal rebuke we shall expose our selves to, that we might have been vertuous and happy if we would.
But then if we neglect to do these things we fallen under the Gilded and Folly of neglecting our selves, of neglecting our own Salvation, and this will be the Eternal rebuke we shall expose our selves to, that we might have been virtuous and happy if we would.
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and to acquire noble and Divine Vertues as well as for other and meaner Ends? Thus the things we are required to do in order to our Salvation are things which we have a natural Power to do.
and to acquire noble and Divine Virtues as well as for other and meaner Ends? Thus the things we Are required to do in order to our Salvation Are things which we have a natural Power to do.
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Men can deny themselves, then, and if so, why can they not do it to mortifie hurtful Vices, to subdue shameful Passions,
Men can deny themselves, then, and if so, why can they not do it to mortify hurtful Vices, to subdue shameful Passion,
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and promote their worldly Designs? And even the Impotent and soft Voluptuary can deny himself many things to compass and enjoy his desired Pleasures.
and promote their worldly Designs? And even the Impotent and soft Voluptuary can deny himself many things to compass and enjoy his desired Pleasures.
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What hardships of Labour, and Toil? What abstemious Living? What Cares? What Fastings? What Watchings will Men readily undergo to make themselves rich, to rise to Dignity and Honour,
What hardships of Labour, and Toil? What abstemious Living? What Cares? What Fastings? What Watchings will Men readily undergo to make themselves rich, to rise to Dignity and Honour,
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There is nothing more common than the Exercise of a great deal of Self-denial for other purposes.
There is nothing more Common than the Exercise of a great deal of Self-denial for other Purposes.
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The common practice of the World abundantly proves this a thing possible to Mankind.
The Common practice of the World abundantly Proves this a thing possible to Mankind.
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that which is certainly the hardest part of all our Task is yet very possible to be done, that is, the exercise of much Self-denial.
that which is Certainly the Hardest part of all our Task is yet very possible to be done, that is, the exercise of much Self-denial.
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and the Divine Compassion will take care of him in the rest who thus far takes care of himself. Further;
and the Divine Compassion will take care of him in the rest who thus Far Takes care of himself. Further;
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but the most Men may avoid more than they do avoid. And every Man can avoid as many as he can;
but the most Men may avoid more than they do avoid. And every Man can avoid as many as he can;
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and consider whether they be good or bad? And further; 'tis indeed impossible to avoid all Temptations in this World;
and Consider whither they be good or bad? And further; it's indeed impossible to avoid all Temptations in this World;
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does any Man find upon Tryal that he cannot often bethink himself that he is always in the sight and under the observance of the great Lord and Judge of the World? Is it impossible also for a Man to concern himself what his Actions are, to exercise his own reason about them? Cannot a rational Creature reflect upon his own Actions,
does any Man find upon Trial that he cannot often bethink himself that he is always in the sighed and under the observance of the great Lord and Judge of the World? Is it impossible also for a Man to concern himself what his Actions Are, to exercise his own reason about them? Cannot a rational Creature reflect upon his own Actions,
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3. It may urge this Endeavour, that whatever we are required to do towards our Salvation is all of it that which we have a natural Power to do. For instance;
3. It may urge this Endeavour, that whatever we Are required to do towards our Salvation is all of it that which we have a natural Power to do. For instance;
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and have opportunity to do it.
and have opportunity to do it.
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We have no good ground then to hope for Salvation without this when we are arriv'd to the years of a Capacity to use it,
We have no good ground then to hope for Salvation without this when we Are arrived to the Years of a Capacity to use it,
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if we neglect to do so.
if we neglect to do so.
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And when he directs us to use this we may be sure it offends, it provokes him to leave us in our Sins,
And when he directs us to use this we may be sure it offends, it provokes him to leave us in our Sins,
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It is then a groundless Presumption to expect the Assistance of God's Grace without the Application of our own Endeavour.
It is then a groundless Presumption to expect the Assistance of God's Grace without the Application of our own Endeavour.
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And since God has appointed Preaching and Sacraments the means of Grace, 'tis without doubt he requires the diligent use of them.
And since God has appointed Preaching and Sacraments the means of Grace, it's without doubt he requires the diligent use of them.
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And in particular I have shewn that the forementioned Instances of our endeavour are necessary and requir'd:
And in particular I have shown that the forementioned Instances of our endeavour Are necessary and required:
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and the Apostle directs to give all Diligence to make our Calling and Election sure, and to work out our Salvation with fear and trembling.
and the Apostle directs to give all Diligence to make our Calling and Election sure, and to work out our Salvation with Fear and trembling.
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Our Saviour bids Men Strive to enter in at the strait gate, that is, endeavour to be Religious,
Our Saviour bids Men Strive to enter in At the strait gate, that is, endeavour to be Religious,
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and we are to do nothing, or that the Divine Image is to be formed in us just as a Statuary would form that of a Man out of a post or stone.
and we Are to do nothing, or that the Divine Image is to be formed in us just as a Statuary would from that of a Man out of a post or stone.
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We must not think that the Grace of God is to do all for us,
We must not think that the Grace of God is to do all for us,
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2. It is evident that our own Endeavour to do well is requir'd of us in Holy Scripture.
2. It is evident that our own Endeavour to do well is required of us in Holy Scripture.
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and certainly all this advantage of being so makes the utmost endeavour for it well bestow'd.
and Certainly all this advantage of being so makes the utmost endeavour for it well bestowed.
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This is that we endeavour for, when we endeavour to be Religious;
This is that we endeavour for, when we endeavour to be Religious;
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We endeavour so to live, as, if we persevere in it, we shall not fail to come to perfect Happiness and eternal Glory at last.
We endeavour so to live, as, if we persevere in it, we shall not fail to come to perfect Happiness and Eternal Glory At last.
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that we avoid as much as may be the Conversation of such as are given up to any sort of Wickedness.
that we avoid as much as may be the Conversation of such as Are given up to any sort of Wickedness.
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In the Society of vicious and profane Persons there will usually be such Evil Communication as the Apostle says does corrupt good Manners, 1 Cor. 15.33. Their allurements to do Evil, their boasting of their Sins, their profane Discourse, and perhaps witty deriding of Religion will greatly endanger the corrupting of an innocent and pure Mind.
In the Society of vicious and profane Persons there will usually be such Evil Communication as the Apostle Says does corrupt good Manners, 1 Cor. 15.33. Their allurements to do Evil, their boasting of their Sins, their profane Discourse, and perhaps witty deriding of Religion will greatly endanger the corrupting of an innocent and pure Mind.
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Much rather will such Conversation be likely to throw him back into sin who has yet but young and weak Resolutions to be vertuous;
Much rather will such Conversation be likely to throw him back into since who has yet but young and weak Resolutions to be virtuous;
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who is but beginning to reform himself from ill Practices which formerly he was accustom'd to.
who is but beginning to reform himself from ill Practices which formerly he was accustomed to.
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Among the Temptations to wickedness must also be reckon'd the alluring pleasant Representations of it, which are made in some sorts of Books, and some other ways:
Among the Temptations to wickedness must also be reckoned the alluring pleasant Representations of it, which Are made in Some sorts of Books, and Some other ways:
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the idle Labours of wanton vicious Wits, and very often of Fools. Such things the weak in Vertue especially, and the Ignorant, and the Penitent;
the idle Labours of wanton vicious Wits, and very often of Fools. Such things the weak in Virtue especially, and the Ignorant, and the Penitent;
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those that need and desire to be reform'd must wholly abstain from.
those that need and desire to be reformed must wholly abstain from.
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As the great delight which some young unexperienced Persons take in this sort of Entertainment proceeds but from ill Inclination it shews the great Danger of allowing it;
As the great delight which Some young unexperienced Persons take in this sort of Entertainment proceeds but from ill Inclination it shows the great Danger of allowing it;
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and it is commonly, if much allow'd, attended with very mischievous Effects.
and it is commonly, if much allowed, attended with very mischievous Effects.
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The Improvement which we see such Persons make in this way commonly lies in their learning to ridicule all that is serious and venerable;
The Improvement which we see such Persons make in this Way commonly lies in their learning to ridicule all that is serious and venerable;
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to argue subtilly against truth till themselves come to believe lies; to despise the true Ornaments of humane Nature, Piety and Vertue;
to argue subtly against truth till themselves come to believe lies; to despise the true Ornament of humane Nature, Piety and Virtue;
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and to laugh themselves into Misery and Ruin.
and to laugh themselves into Misery and Ruin.
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4. In order to the reforming of evil, and practicing of Vertue, a Man must exercise himself much in Self-denials.
4. In order to the reforming of evil, and practicing of Virtue, a Man must exercise himself much in Self-denials.
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Without doubt our Saviour suggests to us the necessity and importance of this, in making it one of the first Lessons to be learnt by those that will become his Disciples, Matt. 16.24. we must practice, and accustome our selves to the contradicting our own Appetites and Passions, our Wills and Humours.
Without doubt our Saviour suggests to us the necessity and importance of this, in making it one of the First Lessons to be learned by those that will become his Disciples, Matt. 16.24. we must practice, and accustom our selves to the contradicting our own Appetites and Passion, our Wills and Humours.
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In denying our selves sometimes what we may desire and do, we shall learn, and get Power, to govern and contradict our selves when tempted to desire what we may not do.
In denying our selves sometime what we may desire and do, we shall Learn, and get Power, to govern and contradict our selves when tempted to desire what we may not do.
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We must mortifie and subdue the Appetites and Desires of the Flesh by frequent Abstinences from lawful Gratifications.
We must mortify and subdue the Appetites and Desires of the Flesh by frequent Abstinences from lawful Gratifications.
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We must not only seldom excite and awaken the sleeping Desire, but often check and refuse when it calls to be gratified.
We must not only seldom excite and awaken the sleeping Desire, but often check and refuse when it calls to be gratified.
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The desires of the Flesh must be often sparingly gratified and put off with what is least Pleasant in its kind, rather than indulg'd and honour'd with what is most so.
The Desires of the Flesh must be often sparingly gratified and put off with what is least Pleasant in its kind, rather than indulged and honoured with what is most so.
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This Course would tend to make them easie and governable:
This Course would tend to make them easy and governable:
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Whereas a liberal Gratification and Indulgence will be apt to give them more strength than we can well manage.
Whereas a liberal Gratification and Indulgence will be apt to give them more strength than we can well manage.
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The strong and vigorous Penitents, and those who have strong and habitual Vices to overcome, must use frequent Fastings,
The strong and vigorous Penitents, and those who have strong and habitual Vices to overcome, must use frequent Fastings,
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or spare Diet, and upon coarse Fare:
or spare Diet, and upon coarse Fare:
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And add to these hard Labour, uneasie Garments, or Lodgings, much watching, and all such things as tend, without prejudice of Health, to humble the Body:
And add to these hard Labour, uneasy Garments, or Lodgings, much watching, and all such things as tend, without prejudice of Health, to humble the Body:
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That they may keep it under and bring it into Subjection as S. Paul says he endeavour'd to do, 1 Cor. 9.27.
That they may keep it under and bring it into Subjection as S. Paul Says he endeavoured to do, 1 Cor. 9.27.
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It is good and necessary advice, that a Man who would reform himself from an habitual Sin he must use very sensible and uneasie Mortifications for every single Act that he returns to,
It is good and necessary Advice, that a Man who would reform himself from an habitual since he must use very sensible and uneasy Mortifications for every single Act that he returns to,
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and that steadily, in a continued Course.
and that steadily, in a continued Course.
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This would make him at length distate and despise that which comes always encombred with much Pain and inconvenience:
This would make him At length distate and despise that which comes always encumbered with much Pain and inconvenience:
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Thus must we mortifie the Deeds of the Body that we may live, Rom. 8.13. But moreover;
Thus must we mortify the deeds of the Body that we may live, Rom. 8.13. But moreover;
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there is an interiour Mortification to be practised as well as an exteriour; and we must deny and subdue our own Wills and Humours.
there is an interior Mortification to be practised as well as an exterior; and we must deny and subdue our own Wills and Humours.
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There are spiritual Vices and Wickednesses to be rooted up and destroy'd, if we would make a thorough Reformation in our selves, as well as sensual:
There Are spiritual Vices and Wickednesses to be rooted up and destroyed, if we would make a thorough Reformation in our selves, as well as sensual:
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And these are the worst sort of Sins of the two. Sensual sins indeed are brutish and make the Sinner so, but these are Devilish;
And these Are the worst sort of Sins of the two. Sensual Sins indeed Are brutish and make the Sinner so, but these Are Devilish;
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such are Pride, Anger, Malice, Envy, Contention, Covetousness, Heresie, Disobedience and the like;
such Are Pride, Anger, Malice, Envy, Contention, Covetousness, Heresy, Disobedience and the like;
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and we must know that without a particular Care these may and often do grow and flourish amidst many exteriour Mortifications,
and we must know that without a particular Care these may and often do grow and flourish amid many exterior Mortifications,
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and are often cherisht and maintain'd even by them.
and Are often cherished and maintained even by them.
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Now we must often deny our own Will and Humour to mortifie and root up these.
Now we must often deny our own Will and Humour to mortify and root up these.
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We must then accustom our selves to desire nothing of God but with an intire Resignation and Submission to his Will.
We must then accustom our selves to desire nothing of God but with an entire Resignation and Submission to his Will.
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We must carefully purifie all our Intentions, and endeavour to have no Self-interest, no private Design of Honour, Wealth,
We must carefully purify all our Intentions, and endeavour to have no Self-interest, no private Design of Honour, Wealth,
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or Worldly advantage to our selves in any thing we do; but should design all for the Glory of God and the good of our Neighbour.
or Worldly advantage to our selves in any thing we do; but should Design all for the Glory of God and the good of our Neighbour.
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We must also (as our Saviour directs) take up our Cross daily:
We must also (as our Saviour directs) take up our Cross daily:
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That is, we must set our selves to bear with Patience, the Disappointments and Contradictions to our own Will and Humour which we meet with in the World.
That is, we must Set our selves to bear with Patience, the Disappointments and Contradictions to our own Will and Humour which we meet with in the World.
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A multitude of these we shall commonly meet with, and they may be made effectual Instruments of Vertue and Reformation,
A multitude of these we shall commonly meet with, and they may be made effectual Instruments of Virtue and Reformation,
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if Men will accustom themselves to bear and use them rightly.
if Men will accustom themselves to bear and use them rightly.
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We must not, then, suffer our selves to make fierce Oppositions to every thing that Crosses us.
We must not, then, suffer our selves to make fierce Oppositions to every thing that Crosses us.
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If there be necessity to oppose any thing in the just defence of our Interests,
If there be necessity to oppose any thing in the just defence of our Interests,
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or of the Honour of our Station and Relations, yet we should endeavour to do this always with a Composure and Calmness of mind.
or of the Honour of our Station and Relations, yet we should endeavour to do this always with a Composure and Calmness of mind.
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And when there are not very ill Consequences of the things which thus exercise us, we should not let our selves resent them perhaps at all.
And when there Are not very ill Consequences of the things which thus exercise us, we should not let our selves resent them perhaps At all.
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We must not be peremptory or impatient to throw off every tolerable Inconvenience, nor fly from our Station and Circumstances,
We must not be peremptory or impatient to throw off every tolerable Inconvenience, nor fly from our Station and circumstances,
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or neglect the Duties of them for every little Adversity and Contradiction that we meet with.
or neglect the Duties of them for every little Adversity and Contradiction that we meet with.
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It is a good means to learn obedience to the Laws of God, to practice and accustom our selves to a quiet Submission to his Providence.
It is a good means to Learn Obedience to the Laws of God, to practice and accustom our selves to a quiet Submission to his Providence.
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This latter indeed is part of our Duty, but it is also a very useful means to dispose us to every other Duty.
This latter indeed is part of our Duty, but it is also a very useful means to dispose us to every other Duty.
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Therefore is it usual with God to teach Men obedience by Affliction and Trouble, and perhaps there are few of us that will be brought into good order without it.
Therefore is it usual with God to teach Men Obedience by Affliction and Trouble, and perhaps there Are few of us that will be brought into good order without it.
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To accustom our selves to this Submission tames the proud will of Man, and makes it governable and obedient.
To accustom our selves to this Submission tames the proud will of Man, and makes it governable and obedient.
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It learns us to have no will of our own, but to be resign'd to the Will of God, which is the grand Principle of all Obedience.
It learns us to have no will of our own, but to be resigned to the Will of God, which is the grand Principle of all obedience.
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A devout Author therefore wisely said, Cesset Voluntas propria & infernus not erit. (Bernard 3 Serm. de Resurrect. Dom. ) If the Affectation of having our own Will were perfectly banisht from the World, Hell might be extinguisht too.
A devout Author Therefore wisely said, Cesset Voluntas propria & Infernus not erit. (Bernard 3 Sermon the Resurrect. Dom.) If the Affectation of having our own Will were perfectly banished from the World, Hell might be extinguished too.
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and take great care that it be good.
and take great care that it be good.
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So Moses urges this twice in one Chapter as a necessary means of doing well, Deut. 4.9.23. Take heed to thy self (says he to Israel ) and keep thy Soul diligently lest thou forget the Covenant of the Lord thy God.
So Moses urges this twice in one Chapter as a necessary means of doing well, Deuteronomy 4.9.23. Take heed to thy self (Says he to Israel) and keep thy Soul diligently lest thou forget the Covenant of the Lord thy God.
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Now this concern and care about the Nature of our Actions includes these two things. A constant watchfulness and observance of our selves;
Now this concern and care about the Nature of our Actions includes these two things. A constant watchfulness and observance of our selves;
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and a frequent deliberate and purposed Examination of our selves. We must be as constantly watchful over our selves as we can;
and a frequent deliberate and purposed Examination of our selves. We must be as constantly watchful over our selves as we can;
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be wont to take notice of all that moves within us or passes from us; to reflect upon our own Actions.
be wont to take notice of all that moves within us or passes from us; to reflect upon our own Actions.
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Solomon means and recommends this when he says, A prudent Man looketh well to his going, Prov. 14.15. Our way is every where beset with Snares and Temptations and therefore we had need to observe our Steps.
Solomon means and recommends this when he Says, A prudent Man looks well to his going, Curae 14.15. Our Way is every where beset with Snares and Temptations and Therefore we had need to observe our Steps.
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The Apostle Peter bids us be sober, and vigilant;
The Apostle Peter bids us be Sobrium, and vigilant;
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with a lively Sense of the Favour of Almighty God; and with the joyful Hopes of eternal Happiness in the World to come.
with a lively Sense of the Favour of Almighty God; and with the joyful Hope's of Eternal Happiness in the World to come.
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5. Lastly, it is an excellent means to root up Vice and form our selves to Vertue and Goodness, to make our selves diligent in some good and innocent Imployment.
5. Lastly, it is an excellent means to root up Vice and from our selves to Virtue and goodness, to make our selves diligent in Some good and innocent Employment.
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Such a Course we endeavour as will be blest with the pleasing Applauses of a good Conscience;
Such a Course we endeavour as will be blessed with the pleasing Applauses of a good Conscience;
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so as to deserve the love and esteem of Men; to preserve our Health, and give a Man a long and easie Life.
so as to deserve the love and esteem of Men; to preserve our Health, and give a Man a long and easy Life.
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We endeavour to live so as will best maintain and improve the Portion of good which God has given us in this World;
We endeavour to live so as will best maintain and improve the Portion of good which God has given us in this World;
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which they only enjoy who use these Pleasures with Temperance and Sobriety:
which they only enjoy who use these Pleasures with Temperance and Sobriety:
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In this we endeavour to lead such a Course of Life as shall always be attended with the best Relish and Sense of the Pleasures of this World;
In this we endeavour to led such a Course of Life as shall always be attended with the best Relish and Sense of the Pleasures of this World;
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to preserve and enjoy a steady Peace and Tranquility of Mind.
to preserve and enjoy a steady Peace and Tranquillity of Mind.
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and which tends to make us so: To have a good Command over our selves; to keep our own Appetites and Passions from being troublesome, from being hurtful to us;
and which tends to make us so: To have a good Command over our selves; to keep our own Appetites and Passion from being troublesome, from being hurtful to us;
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He that had tried it said, In keeping the Commands of God there is great reward. Our endeavour to be Vertuous and Religious is an endeavour to be Wife and Happy,
He that had tried it said, In keeping the Commands of God there is great reward. Our endeavour to be Virtuous and Religious is an endeavour to be Wife and Happy,
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It is not an unnecessary, it is not an unprofitable thing to be Vertuous and Religious.
It is not an unnecessary, it is not an unprofitable thing to be Virtuous and Religious.
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1. The end we labour for in this Case is highly worth our utmost Labour and Care.
1. The end we labour for in this Case is highly worth our utmost Labour and Care.
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To which purpose I would propose the following particulars to their serious Consideration.
To which purpose I would propose the following particulars to their serious Consideration.
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I shall now proceed to the second part of the Discourse, which is to exhort and urge Man to use their own Endeavours towards the forming themselves to Religion and Vertue.
I shall now proceed to the second part of the Discourse, which is to exhort and urge Man to use their own Endeavours towards the forming themselves to Religion and Virtue.
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And must add to all the rest private and deliberate Meditation on Divine things, but these things require to be insisted on severally.
And must add to all the rest private and deliberate Meditation on Divine things, but these things require to be insisted on severally.
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Besides these endeavours we must diligently use the publick appointed means of Grace, such as hearing the Word of God preacht, publick Prayers, the Holy Sacraments:
Beside these endeavours we must diligently use the public appointed means of Grace, such as hearing the Word of God preached, public Prayers, the Holy Sacraments:
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These are the endeavours absolutely necessary to those especially, who from habitually vicious would become vertuous and good.
These Are the endeavours absolutely necessary to those especially, who from habitually vicious would become virtuous and good.
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upon the account of which things we are bid by the Apostle to work out our own Salvation with fear and trembling.
upon the account of which things we Are bid by the Apostle to work out our own Salvation with Fear and trembling.
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What Defilements and unfitness for Happiness they have contracted which must be purg'd away: And what divine Qualifications they want which must be gain'd;
What Defilements and unfitness for Happiness they have contracted which must be purged away: And what divine Qualifications they want which must be gained;
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Who will but consider the many Dangers these are in while they remain in this World:
Who will but Consider the many Dangers these Are in while they remain in this World:
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Certainly none can think they want Imployment to keep them from the Dangers and Mischiefs of Idleness, who will but seriously consider that they have immortal Souls, whose Happiness for ever they must secure and provide for in this short transitory Life:
Certainly none can think they want Employment to keep them from the Dangers and Mischiefs of Idleness, who will but seriously Consider that they have immortal Souls, whose Happiness for ever they must secure and provide for in this short transitory Life:
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And some time would be spent in retir'd study and Meditation for the Improvement of himself in Learning and Vertue, that he may the better adorn and become his elevated Condition.
And Some time would be spent in retired study and Meditation for the Improvement of himself in Learning and Virtue, that he may the better adorn and become his elevated Condition.
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And some time he may and ought to spend daily in exercises of Piety and Devotion:
And Some time he may and ought to spend daily in exercises of Piety and Devotion:
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And it may divert him from these and employ him still to set himself to seek and use all opportunities of doing good Offices to his Neighbours.
And it may divert him from these and employ him still to Set himself to seek and use all opportunities of doing good Offices to his Neighbours.
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so as that he may either improve, or maintain and use it for the benefit and comfort of those that depend upon him.
so as that he may either improve, or maintain and use it for the benefit and Comfort of those that depend upon him.
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He that has no Trade to follow, may keep himself much employ'd in the necessary Care of managing his Estate,
He that has no Trade to follow, may keep himself much employed in the necessary Care of managing his Estate,
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A Man might be so wise as to make one Business a diversion to another to keep himself always in some good and innocent Employment.
A Man might be so wise as to make one Business a diversion to Another to keep himself always in Some good and innocent Employment.
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And when he sees the lucky opportunity of finding us doing nothing, it even tempts him to tempt us to Wickedness.
And when he sees the lucky opportunity of finding us doing nothing, it even tempts him to tempt us to Wickedness.
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Such a Soul, too, is at leisure, is disposed to receive the evil Suggestions of our Adversary the Devil:
Such a Soul, too, is At leisure, is disposed to receive the evil Suggestions of our Adversary the devil:
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Bad desires says one (Excellent Woman) are constantly forming themselves in that Soul which has no Employment.
Bad Desires Says one (Excellent Woman) Are constantly forming themselves in that Soul which has no Employment.
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The most slothful and lazy Soul that is has commonly so much Activity in its Nature, that it will rather chuse to be doing ill than doing nothing.
The most slothful and lazy Soul that is has commonly so much Activity in its Nature, that it will rather choose to be doing ill than doing nothing.
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Something to do tho' it were of little use in its self, yet would be of great use to this purpose, to keep us from the common Follies and Mischiefs of Idleness.
Something to do though it were of little use in its self, yet would be of great use to this purpose, to keep us from the Common Follies and Mischiefs of Idleness.
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Many a Man wants this to keep him from Prodigality, who, having nothing else to do, Studies nothing but how to spend his Money, and waste his Patrimony.
Many a Man Wants this to keep him from Prodigality, who, having nothing Else to do, Studies nothing but how to spend his Money, and waste his Patrimony.
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and of troubling the State with noise and clamour; of Slandering and Backbiting and reproaching of others.
and of troubling the State with noise and clamour; of Slandering and Backbiting and reproaching of Others.
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And Business of our own well attended will keep us from the impertinent and troublesome sins of medling with the concerns and Actions of our Neighbours, of censuring our Superiours,
And Business of our own well attended will keep us from the impertinent and troublesome Sins of meddling with the concerns and Actions of our Neighbours, of censuring our Superiors,
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Business is a very good preventive of excessive Pleasure; a good remedy against Pride, and Profaneness.
Business is a very good preventive of excessive Pleasure; a good remedy against Pride, and Profaneness.
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yet to need this way of pruning and purging that they may bring forth more Fruit. When such Men do evil and know it not, it pleases God to lay upon them some smart Affliction to make them renew their search into themselves,
yet to need this Way of pruning and purging that they may bring forth more Fruit. When such Men do evil and know it not, it Pleases God to lay upon them Some smart Affliction to make them renew their search into themselves,
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These are the Sins which do make these Branches in Christ that bear some Fruit,
These Are the Sins which do make these Branches in christ that bear Some Fruit,
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3. By these involuntary Sins a good Man may bring upon himself the necessary, and sharp Chastisements of Almighty God.
3. By these involuntary Sins a good Man may bring upon himself the necessary, and sharp Chastisements of Almighty God.
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and the Encouragement of their own Wickedness.
and the Encouragement of their own Wickedness.
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And a little Evil in a good Man shall be improv'd by the ungodly World to the Disparagement of his Religion,
And a little Evil in a good Man shall be improved by the ungodly World to the Disparagement of his Religion,
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and will take more notice of a little Evil than of a great deal of Good:
and will take more notice of a little Evil than of a great deal of Good:
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that the Envy and Malice of the World always fixes upon the Blot;
that the Envy and Malice of the World always fixes upon the Blot;
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And we should consider that the smallest Faults of a good Man are more conspicuous and more observ'd than the greater Faults of another;
And we should Consider that the Smallest Faults of a good Man Are more conspicuous and more observed than the greater Faults of Another;
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This he means in saying Let your Light so shine before Men, that they seeing your good Works may glorifie your Father which is in Heaven.
This he means in saying Let your Light so shine before Men, that they seeing your good Works may Glorify your Father which is in Heaven.
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It is our Saviour's Command to the Professours of his Religion, that they should endeavour to behave themselves so as to recommend their Religion to other Men:
It is our Saviour's Command to the Professors of his Religion, that they should endeavour to behave themselves so as to recommend their Religion to other Men:
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They sometimes make that look ridiculous, or odious, and contemptible to the World, which in its true Colours and proper Beauty would appear wise, and lovely, and venerable.
They sometime make that look ridiculous, or odious, and contemptible to the World, which in its true Colours and proper Beauty would appear wise, and lovely, and venerable.
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They certainly diminish the Beauty of Religion, and disparage its Appearance to the World:
They Certainly diminish the Beauty of Religion, and disparage its Appearance to the World:
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They will be likely to lead others into voluntary Sins, or to harden and encourage them in their evil Courses:
They will be likely to led Others into voluntary Sins, or to harden and encourage them in their evil Courses:
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And if this has not such an Effect upon a man it appears he is very willing to be drawn into the Sins he is gulity of.
And if this has not such an Effect upon a man it appears he is very willing to be drawn into the Sins he is gulity of.
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2. It should excite this Care in a good Man, and will certainly do it in one who is truly such, that even these involuntary Sins of good Men are apt to be a Scandal to the rest of the World:
2. It should excite this Care in a good Man, and will Certainly do it in one who is truly such, that even these involuntary Sins of good Men Are apt to be a Scandal to the rest of the World:
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That we are so liable to slip into Sin unawares by Ignorance, mistake and surprize will make a good and honest Mind, which sincerely desires to avoid all that is sinful, to take the more heed to his ways:
That we Are so liable to slip into since unawares by Ignorance, mistake and surprise will make a good and honest Mind, which sincerely Desires to avoid all that is sinful, to take the more heed to his ways:
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If a man lives negligently, the Faults he slides into by reason of his Negligence must be accounted wilful Faults.
If a man lives negligently, the Faults he slides into by reason of his Negligence must be accounted wilful Faults.
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The Commission of Sin to give it that Character must come to pass against the Stream of our diligent Endeavour and Care.
The Commission of since to give it that Character must come to pass against the Stream of our diligent Endeavour and Care.
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when ever we do commit any of them.
when ever we do commit any of them.
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1. This great concern and care to avoid, as much as may be, even, such Sins is necessary to their being involuntary,
1. This great concern and care to avoid, as much as may be, even, such Sins is necessary to their being involuntary,
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And that there is a great deal of Reason for such a constant watchfulness and care I think will sufficiently appear in the following particulars.
And that there is a great deal of Reason for such a constant watchfulness and care I think will sufficiently appear in the following particulars.
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But doubtless with great watchfulness and care a Man shall avoid somewhat the more of them.
But doubtless with great watchfulness and care a Man shall avoid somewhat the more of them.
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And this is the second Head of Discourse which I am to insist upon. It seems indeed impossible for any Man wholly to avoid all such Faults as these:
And this is the second Head of Discourse which I am to insist upon. It seems indeed impossible for any Man wholly to avoid all such Faults as these:
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as I promised to do, some important Considerations which may be proper to make the good Man very careful to avoid as many as he can even of these Sins.
as I promised to do, Some important Considerations which may be proper to make the good Man very careful to avoid as many as he can even of these Sins.
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That this may not do any harm, or make any Men at all the less careful to avoid such Sins as much as may be, I think sit to add,
That this may not do any harm, or make any Men At all the less careful to avoid such Sins as much as may be, I think fit to add,
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nor do put a Man utterly out of Favour with God:
nor do put a Man utterly out of Favour with God:
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Now because I have intimated, and it must be allow'd, that such involuntary Sins are not inconsistent with a State of Grace and Salvation,
Now Because I have intimated, and it must be allowed, that such involuntary Sins Are not inconsistent with a State of Grace and Salvation,
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and so these are the Circumstances in which if we are guilty of any Sin, that Sin may be judg'd involuntary too.
and so these Are the circumstances in which if we Are guilty of any since, that since may be judged involuntary too.
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and brings upon himself the Guilt of wilful Sin. These are the Cases which will allow our Inconsiderateness, and our Ignorance to be involuntary;
and brings upon himself the Gilded of wilful Sin. These Are the Cases which will allow our Inconsiderateness, and our Ignorance to be involuntary;
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If a man persists in his Fault which was inconsiderately committed, and will afterwards justifie it, he then makes it voluntary,
If a man persists in his Fault which was inconsiderately committed, and will afterwards justify it, he then makes it voluntary,
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No sooner was he awaken'd to observe his Errour, but he very modestly and humbly acknowledg'd and amended it.
No sooner was he awakened to observe his Error, but he very modestly and humbly acknowledged and amended it.
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Thus it was with the very good Apostle in the Case foremention'd:
Thus it was with the very good Apostle in the Case forementioned:
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4. In the last place, These unconsider'd Slips must be very sincerely and heartily repented of when a Man comes to apprehend them.
4. In the last place, These unconsidered Slips must be very sincerely and heartily repented of when a Man comes to apprehend them.
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to do thus had been to be guilty of a deliberate Disobedience, and a wilful Rebellion.
to do thus had been to be guilty of a deliberate Disobedience, and a wilful Rebellion.
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and form a Faction or raise a Sedition against him;
and from a Faction or raise a Sedition against him;
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his Resentment of the Injustice and Injury which he thought the High-Priest had done him, did not engage him in a long Course of reviling that Magistrate, in an Endeavour to disparage his Person and his Government among the People, to weaken his Authority,
his Resentment of the Injustice and Injury which he Thought the High-Priest had done him, did not engage him in a long Course of reviling that Magistrate, in an Endeavour to disparage his Person and his Government among the People, to weaken his authority,
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We see the instance of St. Paul 's Inconsideration was in a thing soon over, and was but a slip of his Tongue;
We see the instance of Saint Paul is Inconsideration was in a thing soon over, and was but a slip of his Tongue;
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A Man may be surprized into a covetous Thought or Wish, but he cannot be so to the committing of an apparent and contriv'd Cheat or violence upon his Neighbour.
A Man may be surprised into a covetous Thought or Wish, but he cannot be so to the committing of an apparent and contrived Cheat or violence upon his Neighbour.
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A Mote may not presently be seen by him that looks well to himself; but a Beam cannot be unobserv'd without a wilful blindness.
A Mote may not presently be seen by him that looks well to himself; but a Beam cannot be unobserved without a wilful blindness.
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or else be very careless of himself, and therefore such a Sin cannot be inconsiderately committed without too much Voluntariness.
or Else be very careless of himself, and Therefore such a since cannot be inconsiderately committed without too much Voluntariness.
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Any Action which is a very gross and apparent Sin a man must needs apprehend to be a Sin at the first Offer of it,
Any Actium which is a very gross and apparent since a man must needs apprehend to be a since At the First Offer of it,
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Therefore it must consist in some undue start of Thought, or slip of the Tongue, or some very short and transient Action which is not of a very heinous Nature.
Therefore it must consist in Some undue start of Thought, or slip of the Tongue, or Some very short and Transient Actium which is not of a very heinous Nature.
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it must be done immediately, not upon a deliberate Contrivance, or a long Endeavour to do it.
it must be done immediately, not upon a deliberate Contrivance, or a long Endeavour to do it.
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It must be what passes suddenly over, not a thing which is long a doing;
It must be what passes suddenly over, not a thing which is long a doing;
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3. But then in both these Circumstances that the Sin we commit may deserve that Character, it must be only some very small and very transient Instance of Transgression.
3. But then in both these circumstances that the since we commit may deserve that Character, it must be only Some very small and very Transient Instance of Transgression.
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In such a sad Case the Adversary may draw a Man unawares into Sin, and his Sin may be unobserv'd and involuntary.
In such a sad Case the Adversary may draw a Man unawares into since, and his since may be unobserved and involuntary.
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In such Cases as these the Mind even of a good and well composed Man may be for the present ruffled to such a Degree as that he has no command of his own Thoughts, he can hardly in any thing know what he does:
In such Cases as these the Mind even of a good and well composed Man may be for the present ruffled to such a Degree as that he has no command of his own Thoughts, he can hardly in any thing know what he does:
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by the first Assault of some terrible Danger apprehended, or of some very great Loss and Affliction.
by the First Assault of Some terrible Danger apprehended, or of Some very great Loss and Affliction.
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as when this comes to pass by Distemper of the Head, or by some very violent and sudden Pain;
as when this comes to pass by Distemper of the Head, or by Some very violent and sudden Pain;
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2. Another Circumstance which may render our inconsiderate acting Involuntary is, when our thinking Powers are under some great Disturbance from some innocent Cause,
2. another Circumstance which may render our inconsiderate acting Involuntary is, when our thinking Powers Are under Some great Disturbance from Some innocent Cause,
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I forgot my self, and do acknowledge my Error, For 'tis written thou shalt not speak evil of the Ruler of thy People.
I forgotten my self, and do acknowledge my Error, For it's written thou shalt not speak evil of the Ruler of thy People.
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I confess I did not consider it;
I confess I did not Consider it;
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and undutiful reflection upon the High Priest which we have mention'd in Acts 23.3. Of which he himself says in the 9th. verse, I wist not that he was the High Priest;
and undutiful reflection upon the High Priest which we have mentioned in Acts 23.3. Of which he himself Says in the 9th. verse, I wist not that he was the High Priest;
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It seems to have been such a Circumstance of Inconsideration which betray'd St. Paul into that severe,
It seems to have been such a Circumstance of Inconsideration which betrayed Saint Paul into that severe,
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before he is aware into some fault, and in such a Case his sin may be Involuntary.
before he is aware into Some fault, and in such a Case his since may be Involuntary.
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When a Man's Mind is much engag'd in some very necessary and important Duty and Concern, the Adversary, who every where seeks to lay snares for us, may find an opportunity to surprize him,
When a Man's Mind is much engaged in Some very necessary and important Duty and Concern, the Adversary, who every where seeks to lay snares for us, may find an opportunity to surprise him,
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When we are overtaken with Sin on a sudden, and had not time to consider what we were going to do:
When we Are overtaken with since on a sudden, and had not time to Consider what we were going to do:
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and in that surprize and hurry makes us Guilty of it:
and in that surprise and hurry makes us Guilty of it:
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1. It must be when a Temptation to a sin, which we could not foresee, does surprize us,
1. It must be when a Temptation to a since, which we could not foresee, does surprise us,
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or else it will not deserve to be accounted an Involuntary Inconsiderateness.
or Else it will not deserve to be accounted an Involuntary Inconsiderateness.
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And when we do a thing that is sinful, but do not consider or bethink our selves of the Sinfulness of it, this must be done with such Circumstances as these following,
And when we do a thing that is sinful, but do not Consider or bethink our selves of the Sinfulness of it, this must be done with such circumstances as these following,
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and therefore may be allow'd to give the Sins we are Guilty of it by that Character likewise.
and Therefore may be allowed to give the Sins we Are Guilty of it by that Character likewise.
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I am now in the Second place to shew what Inconsiderateness attending our Actions may be reckon'd so too,
I am now in the Second place to show what Inconsiderateness attending our Actions may be reckoned so too,
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and so must also the Sins be which it occasions him to be Guilty of. Thus I have shewn what Ignorance of our Duty may be accounted Involuntary;
and so must also the Sins be which it occasions him to be Guilty of. Thus I have shown what Ignorance of our Duty may be accounted Involuntary;
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and to raise a great Fortune in the World, that Man's ignorance tho' occasion'd by his Business must be accounted wilful,
and to raise a great Fortune in the World, that Man's ignorance though occasioned by his Business must be accounted wilful,
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And if a Man hinders himself from getting a good Knowledge of his Duty, by pulling upon himself a needless multitude of Affairs, through his desire to make himself or his Family vastly rich,
And if a Man hinders himself from getting a good Knowledge of his Duty, by pulling upon himself a needless multitude of Affairs, through his desire to make himself or his Family vastly rich,
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so that he can but hardly provide a frugal and mean Maintenance for himself and those that depend upon him.
so that he can but hardly provide a frugal and mean Maintenance for himself and those that depend upon him.
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because he has a great Charge to maintain, and is set by the Providence of God to a Calling that does not afford him great Gains,
Because he has a great Charge to maintain, and is Set by the Providence of God to a Calling that does not afford him great Gains,
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It must be because a Man is poor that he spends so much time thus,
It must be Because a Man is poor that he spends so much time thus,
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it must be Necessity, not Pride or Covetousness, that must engage us in so great an Application to worldly Business.
it must be Necessity, not Pride or Covetousness, that must engage us in so great an Application to worldly Business.
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But then we must know that when our Ignorance is Involuntary upon this Account;
But then we must know that when our Ignorance is Involuntary upon this Account;
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And between necessary Relaxation and Business they have very little time to spare for the getting of Divine Knowledge.
And between necessary Relaxation and Business they have very little time to spare for the getting of Divine Knowledge.
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and this tires their Bodies, and Minds, so that when they leave this they have need to refresh themselves:
and this tires their Bodies, and Minds, so that when they leave this they have need to refresh themselves:
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Their worldly Calling and Business requires their attendance early and late;
Their worldly Calling and Business requires their attendance early and late;
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3. Some Men want leisure or opportunity to spend much time and labour in the pursuit of Knowledge.
3. some Men want leisure or opportunity to spend much time and labour in the pursuit of Knowledge.
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and makes the consequent Sins, which they are Guilty of to be wilful Sins.
and makes the consequent Sins, which they Are Guilty of to be wilful Sins.
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But if in the neglect of Order and Contempt of Government, Men will chuse to themselves such means of Knowledge as by which they are not well instructed, this lays upon them a great Guilt in all their ignorance and mistake;
But if in the neglect of Order and Contempt of Government, Men will choose to themselves such means of Knowledge as by which they Are not well instructed, this lays upon them a great Gilded in all their ignorance and mistake;
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If through an humble deference to God's Ordinance of Magistracy and Government, and by our Obedience we be confin'd to defective means of Knowledge, God who is merciful and just and requires no more of us than he gives us means to do, will pardon our mistakes and defects as not voluntary:
If through an humble deference to God's Ordinance of Magistracy and Government, and by our obedience we be confined to defective means of Knowledge, God who is merciful and just and requires no more of us than he gives us means to do, will pardon our mistakes and defects as not voluntary:
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And in the Language of Scripture, our Blood shall be upon our own Heads, we shall be reckon'd to have destroy'd and cast away our selves.
And in the Language of Scripture, our Blood shall be upon our own Heads, we shall be reckoned to have destroyed and cast away our selves.
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our mistakes will be judg'd wilful by Almighty God, as will also the sins which they occasion:
our mistakes will be judged wilful by Almighty God, as will also the Sins which they occasion:
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Rom. 7.19. latter part. But the Evil which I would not that I do.
Rom. 7.19. latter part. But the Evil which I would not that I do.
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THE settled habitual Choice, and Determination of the Will, being fixed either upon God and Holiness,
THE settled habitual Choice, and Determination of the Will, being fixed either upon God and Holiness,
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or upon the things of this World and Wickedness, is that which gives a Man his Character,
or upon the things of this World and Wickedness, is that which gives a Man his Character,
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and makes him deserve the Denomination of a good or a bad Man. And this is the Byass of the Soul,
and makes him deserve the Denomination of a good or a bad Man. And this is the Bias of the Soul,
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and does for the most part finally sway and prevail in him. Yet there may be some contrary Motions to this habitual Choice of the Will, stirring,
and does for the most part finally sway and prevail in him. Yet there may be Some contrary Motions to this habitual Choice of the Will, stirring,
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and making themselves obey'd by some of the other Powers in every Man;
and making themselves obeyed by Some of the other Powers in every Man;
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which however, the State and Condition of his mind is not to be judg'd of by.
which however, the State and Condition of his mind is not to be judged of by.
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A good Man may have some stirrings of Evil in him; and these may carry him along to some very transient, and lesser instances of sin;
A good Man may have Some stirrings of Evil in him; and these may carry him along to Some very Transient, and lesser instances of since;
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yet he may remain, and may deserve the Denomination of a good Man, notwithstanding them.
yet he may remain, and may deserve the Denomination of a good Man, notwithstanding them.
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And a Man whose Mind is habitually deprav'd, and his Will bent to wickedness, may have frequent Convictions of the Evil of his Course, may often rebuke himself for his Sins;
And a Man whose Mind is habitually depraved, and his Will bent to wickedness, may have frequent Convictions of the Evil of his Course, may often rebuke himself for his Sins;
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he may have some faint Wishes stirring in him towards Piety and Vertue, insomuch as to think that he would be good if he could:
he may have Some faint Wishes stirring in him towards Piety and Virtue, insomuch as to think that he would be good if he could:
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Yet all this while the corrupt Byass of his mind prevails;
Yet all this while the corrupt Bias of his mind prevails;
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he is finally and usually carried to the Commission of Evil, and the Omission of his Duty:
he is finally and usually carried to the Commission of Evil, and the Omission of his Duty:
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He therefore remains, and must rightly be accounted a wicked Man still.
He Therefore remains, and must rightly be accounted a wicked Man still.
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The Apostle may be understood in this Chapter as speaking of a regenerate and good Man,
The Apostle may be understood in this Chapter as speaking of a regenerate and good Man,
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and the stirrings and efforts of Corruption which may be found in such an one.
and the stirrings and efforts of Corruption which may be found in such an one.
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Thus many learned Men have understood this Chapter, and this seems to be the fairest and easiest Interpretation of what is said here,
Thus many learned Men have understood this Chapter, and this seems to be the Fairest and Easiest Interpretation of what is said Here,
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and agreeable enough to what in Holy Scripture is elsewhere spoken of the same matter.
and agreeable enough to what in Holy Scripture is elsewhere spoken of the same matter.
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These words therefore which I have read for our present Text may be understood of such a Person too:
These words Therefore which I have read for our present Text may be understood of such a Person too:
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And we may reckon that they signifie thus much.
And we may reckon that they signify thus much.
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I cannot indeed pretend to be perfectly vertuous and holy, and free from all manner of Sin:
I cannot indeed pretend to be perfectly virtuous and holy, and free from all manner of since:
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I find a Law in my Members warring against the Law of my Mind, which too often leads me captive to the Laws of Sin and Death:
I find a Law in my Members warring against the Law of my Mind, which too often leads me captive to the Laws of since and Death:
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There is some Evil stirring at sometimes in me, and some will proceed from me. But this, whenever I perceive it, is a hearty Grief to me;
There is Some Evil stirring At sometime in me, and Some will proceed from me. But this, whenever I perceive it, is a hearty Grief to me;
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'tis the Burden of my Life:
it's the Burden of my Life:
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This is contrary to the setled habitual purpose and choice of my Will, and to the stream of my constant earnest Endeavour;
This is contrary to the settled habitual purpose and choice of my Will, and to the stream of my constant earnest Endeavour;
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and the Evil which I at any time do is that which I would not do.
and the Evil which I At any time doe is that which I would not do.
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From the words thus explain'd I might observe these two things: 1. That there is no Man in this Life perfectly free from all Sin.
From the words thus explained I might observe these two things: 1. That there is no Man in this Life perfectly free from all Sin.
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2. That, yet, the Evil which is to be found in the Course of a good Man's Life is involuntary;
2. That, yet, the Evil which is to be found in the Course of a good Man's Life is involuntary;
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or that which he would not be guilty of. I design to employ this Discourse entirely upon the latter of these;
or that which he would not be guilty of. I Design to employ this Discourse entirely upon the latter of these;
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and I shall speak to it in this Method.
and I shall speak to it in this Method.
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1. I shall endeavour to show distinctly and fully what may deserve to be accounted involuntary Sins;
1. I shall endeavour to show distinctly and Fully what may deserve to be accounted involuntary Sins;
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such as even a good Man may be sometimes betray'd into.
such as even a good Man may be sometime betrayed into.
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2. I shall enforce some important Considerations which are proper to excite and quicken the good Man's Care,
2. I shall enforce Some important Considerations which Are proper to excite and quicken the good Man's Care,
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and Endeavour, to avoid as many, even, of these as he can.
and Endeavour, to avoid as many, even, of these as he can.
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It is very requisite to insist upon the first of these Heads, because Men are exceeding apt to deceive themselves in this matter.
It is very requisite to insist upon the First of these Heads, Because Men Are exceeding apt to deceive themselves in this matter.
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Many men who live in habitual Sins, having some checks and rebukes for this in their own minds, do, thereupon, think their Case the same with that spoken of in the Text:
Many men who live in habitual Sins, having Some Checks and rebukes for this in their own minds, do, thereupon, think their Case the same with that spoken of in the Text:
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They think the Evil which they do is that which they would not do;
They think the Evil which they do is that which they would not do;
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they excuse themselves in it to their own minds, and say they cannot help doing it.
they excuse themselves in it to their own minds, and say they cannot help doing it.
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And if it be allow'd, as they especially are willing it should be allow'd, that even a good Man may have occasion to say the words of the Text concerning himself;
And if it be allowed, as they especially Are willing it should be allowed, that even a good Man may have occasion to say the words of the Text Concerning himself;
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they will from thence take occasion, by the help of self-love, to think they may be good Men notwithstanding that they live in such Sins.
they will from thence take occasion, by the help of Self-love, to think they may be good Men notwithstanding that they live in such Sins.
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A great and a fatal Deceit this is, and yet is, I doubt, so common as to deserve a particular Endeavour to remove it.
A great and a fatal Deceit this is, and yet is, I doubt, so Common as to deserve a particular Endeavour to remove it.
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That I may distinctly represent what are to be accounted Involuntary Sins, and what are not so, I must propose this matter under these two Heads: And it must be said,
That I may distinctly represent what Are to be accounted Involuntary Sins, and what Are not so, I must propose this matter under these two Heads: And it must be said,
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1. Those sins only which we commit not knowing or not considering that we do Evil are Involuntary Sins.
1. Those Sins only which we commit not knowing or not considering that we do Evil Are Involuntary Sins.
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2. That ignorance or inconsiderateness which betrays us into any such Sin must be involuntary too,
2. That ignorance or inconsiderateness which betrays us into any such since must be involuntary too,
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or else the Sin which we become thereby guilty of will not deserve that Denomination.
or Else the since which we become thereby guilty of will not deserve that Denomination.
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First, I say those Sins only which we commit not knowing or not considering that we do Evil are involuntary Sins.
First, I say those Sins only which we commit not knowing or not considering that we do Evil Are involuntary Sins.
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When a Man is ignorant of his Duty in the Case;
When a Man is ignorant of his Duty in the Case;
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or is surprized, and engag'd into the breach of a known Command before he is aware, his Sin then may be accounted involuntary.
or is surprised, and engaged into the breach of a known Command before he is aware, his since then may be accounted involuntary.
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In these cases a Man may do that which is contrary to the setled Disposition, and Choice of his Will.
In these cases a Man may do that which is contrary to the settled Disposition, and Choice of his Will.
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When tho' a man's Will does concur to and chuse the Action which he does,
When though a Man's Will does concur to and choose the Actium which he does,
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yet, if he knew or consider'd the Action to be evil he would not chuse nor allow it, that Action,
yet, if he knew or considered the Actium to be evil he would not choose nor allow it, that Actium,
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tho' a Sin, may be an involuntary one.
though a since, may be an involuntary one.
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But when a man knows an Action to be sinful, and deliberately considers this at the time of his doing it,
But when a man knows an Actium to be sinful, and deliberately considers this At the time of his doing it,
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and yet after all this commits it, this is a voluntary wilful Sin notwithstanding any Reluctances which may attend the Commission of it.
and yet After all this commits it, this is a voluntary wilful since notwithstanding any Reluctances which may attend the Commission of it.
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Our Will must be alienated and turn'd from all sin and wickedness to God and our Duty;
Our Will must be alienated and turned from all since and wickedness to God and our Duty;
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so as that it must restrain us from what-ever Evil, which we do know, and consider to be Evil at the time when it offers it self to us,
so as that it must restrain us from whatever Evil, which we do know, and Consider to be Evil At the time when it offers it self to us,
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or else the Evil which we do is not involuntary. This is very evident and needs not to be insisted on: I proceed then to
or Else the Evil which we do is not involuntary. This is very evident and needs not to be insisted on: I proceed then to
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The second Head where I must stay longer which was this; that this ignorance or inconsiderateness which betrays a Man into sin must be involuntary too,
The second Head where I must stay longer which was this; that this ignorance or inconsiderateness which betrays a Man into since must be involuntary too,
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or else the sin which he thereby becomes guilty of will not be of that Character.
or Else the since which he thereby becomes guilty of will not be of that Character.
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If we are guilty in the Cause, we are reckon'd in the sight of God guilty in the Effect also:
If we Are guilty in the Cause, we Are reckoned in the sighed of God guilty in the Effect also:
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And if we are liable to blame for our ignorance or inconsiderateness we shall be proportionably blameable for the Sin which we are thereby guilty of:
And if we Are liable to blame for our ignorance or inconsiderateness we shall be proportionably blameable for the since which we Are thereby guilty of:
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If we chuse them we chuse also that Sin. Here then I must carefully shew you what Ignorance of our Duty may justly be reckon'd involuntary;
If we choose them we choose also that Sin. Here then I must carefully show you what Ignorance of our Duty may justly be reckoned involuntary;
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And then what inconsiderateness is so.
And then what inconsiderateness is so.
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That our Ignorance of our Duty may be involuntary, it must proceed from one or both these sorts of Causes:
That our Ignorance of our Duty may be involuntary, it must proceed from one or both these sorts of Causes:
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First from the Difficulties that attend the Object, or what is to be known;
First from the Difficulties that attend the Object, or what is to be known;
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Secondly from some incurable Disadvantages of the Subject, or which do attend him who is to know his Duty:
Secondly from Some incurable Disadvantages of the Subject, or which do attend him who is to know his Duty:
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From such hindrances of this as he cannot remove.
From such hindrances of this as he cannot remove.
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First, The Ignorance of our Duty that must render a Sin involuntary must, in part at least, proceed from the Difficulties of knowing what is good or what is evil.
First, The Ignorance of our Duty that must render a since involuntary must, in part At least, proceed from the Difficulties of knowing what is good or what is evil.
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Some Difficulties there are in this matter; such as do require time, and labour to conquer them.
some Difficulties there Are in this matter; such as do require time, and labour to conquer them.
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And this the wise Man intimates when he suggests, that to furnish our selves well with Divine Knowledge, we must encline the Ear to Wisdom and apply the Heart to Ʋnderstanding;
And this the wise Man intimates when he suggests, that to furnish our selves well with Divine Knowledge, we must incline the Ear to Wisdom and apply the Heart to Ʋnderstanding;
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we must earnestly desire this as a most valuable good, and a most important Blessing; we must very diligently use and improve the means of knowledge.
we must earnestly desire this as a most valuable good, and a most important Blessing; we must very diligently use and improve the means of knowledge.
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Again he directs that we cry after Knowledge and lift up the Voice for Understanding:
Again he directs that we cry After Knowledge and lift up the Voice for Understanding:
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that is, it must be the matter of our frequent, and very earnest Request to Almighty God, that he would teach us by his good Spirit;
that is, it must be the matter of our frequent, and very earnest Request to Almighty God, that he would teach us by his good Spirit;
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such Requests we find David frequently making.
such Requests we find David frequently making.
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Teach thou me (says he) the way of thy Statutes and I shall keep it unto the End:
Teach thou me (Says he) the Way of thy Statutes and I shall keep it unto the End:
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Give me understanding that I may keep thy Precepts.
Give me understanding that I may keep thy Precepts.
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Moreover he directs that we seek for this Wisdom as for Silver, and search for her as for hid Treasure.
Moreover he directs that we seek for this Wisdom as for Silver, and search for her as for hid Treasure.
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Which suggests to us the Necessity of diligent Study, and deliberate industrious Meditation on Divine Subjects in private.
Which suggests to us the Necessity of diligent Study, and deliberate Industria Meditation on Divine Subject's in private.
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If we will take this laborious course, he promises we shall then understand the fear of the Lord,
If we will take this laborious course, he promises we shall then understand the Fear of the Lord,
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and find the knowledge of God. These things we have in Prov. 2.5. first Verses:
and find the knowledge of God. These things we have in Curae 2.5. First Verses:
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But in these things he evidently intimates, that such Knowledge in any good degree is not to be attain'd without such Labour.
But in these things he evidently intimates, that such Knowledge in any good degree is not to be attained without such Labour.
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Now the Difficulty of knowing our Duty lies chiefly in these two things following. 1. In the large and vast extent of the Law of God:
Now the Difficulty of knowing our Duty lies chiefly in these two things following. 1. In the large and vast extent of the Law of God:
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This is such that it reaches to all our Thoughts, Words, and Actions;
This is such that it reaches to all our Thoughts, Words, and Actions;
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It has Rules for every Circumstance and Condition of Life, and for all the several Relations that we can fall into towards Men.
It has Rules for every Circumstance and Condition of Life, and for all the several Relations that we can fallen into towards Men.
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Thy Commandment (says David) is exceeding broad.
Thy Commandment (Says David) is exceeding broad.
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Now from hence it must needs be a work of time to know our Duty in any good proportion to the Extent of it;
Now from hence it must needs be a work of time to know our Duty in any good proportion to the Extent of it;
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and it must require a great deal of Application and Labour.
and it must require a great deal of Application and Labour.
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And, in this our mutable and altering State of Life on Earth, it often comes to pass, that when we have gain'd perhaps a good measure of Knowledge of the Duties and Sins that belong to the Circumstances we are in, our Condition suddenly changes, we are brought into new Circumstances and Relations,
And, in this our mutable and altering State of Life on Earth, it often comes to pass, that when we have gained perhaps a good measure of Knowledge of the Duties and Sins that belong to the circumstances we Are in, our Condition suddenly changes, we Are brought into new circumstances and Relations,
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and so become bound to new Duties and obnoxious to new Sins:
and so become bound to new Duties and obnoxious to new Sins:
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And we may not be presently aware of what we have to do, and what to avoid in our new Condition. Besides;
And we may not be presently aware of what we have to do, and what to avoid in our new Condition. Beside;
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in this encombred, and very short Life, wherein we have many other necessary Cares and Labours to be attended besides this;
in this encumbered, and very short Life, wherein we have many other necessary Cares and Labours to be attended beside this;
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and wherein our frail Bodies and clogg'd Minds do need so frequent relaxation, and refreshment, it must needs be that we can proceed but slowly in this improvement,
and wherein our frail Bodies and clogged Minds do need so frequent relaxation, and refreshment, it must needs be that we can proceed but slowly in this improvement,
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and that we can by consequence attain but to small degrees.
and that we can by consequence attain but to small Degrees.
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The Apostle rebukes some who had a great Conceit of their Knowledge, and says They knew nothing yet as they ought to know, 1 Cor. 8.2.
The Apostle rebukes Some who had a great Conceit of their Knowledge, and Says They knew nothing yet as they ought to know, 1 Cor. 8.2.
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We may perhaps in some Cases, from hence, not know that there is any Law forbidding such things as we allow our selves in,
We may perhaps in Some Cases, from hence, not know that there is any Law forbidding such things as we allow our selves in,
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or requiring some other things which we commonly neglect:
or requiring Some other things which we commonly neglect:
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Or when we know that there is such a Rule as does truly condemn our Actions we may not know that those Actions are within the reach of that Rule, or are condemn'd by it.
Or when we know that there is such a Rule as does truly condemn our Actions we may not know that those Actions Are within the reach of that Rule, or Are condemned by it.
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We may often see Men boldly and zealously doing those things which the Law of God most certainly condemns,
We may often see Men boldly and zealously doing those things which the Law of God most Certainly condemns,
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and yet the mean while they have a good opinion of themselves; because they do not apprehend that what they do is condemned.
and yet the mean while they have a good opinion of themselves; Because they do not apprehend that what they do is condemned.
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But here we must take notice that if our Ignorance be involuntary from this Cause, then 'tis certainly attended with an honest and industrious Endeavour to know our Duty.
But Here we must take notice that if our Ignorance be involuntary from this Cause, then it's Certainly attended with an honest and Industria Endeavour to know our Duty.
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And as we shall apprehend this vast Extent of the Divine Law, so this Apprehension will excite,
And as we shall apprehend this vast Extent of the Divine Law, so this Apprehension will excite,
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and quicken our Diligence in the pursuit of Knowledge.
and quicken our Diligence in the pursuit of Knowledge.
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We shall the more earnestly strive and study for it, and use the means of getting it,
We shall the more earnestly strive and study for it, and use the means of getting it,
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and pray to God for it.
and pray to God for it.
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And he who considering the largeness of the Task, lazily sits down and neglects his Endeavour;
And he who considering the largeness of the Task, lazily sits down and neglects his Endeavour;
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and because he despairs of knowing all his Duty does, therefore, not strive to know as much as he can;
and Because he despairs of knowing all his Duty does, Therefore, not strive to know as much as he can;
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that Man is voluntary and wilful in his Ignorance, and by consequence in the Sins which it betrays him into.
that Man is voluntary and wilful in his Ignorance, and by consequence in the Sins which it betrays him into.
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2. Another difficulty which attends the Object, in this matter, very often, is this:
2. another difficulty which attends the Object, in this matter, very often, is this:
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That the sinfulness of our Action does not consist in the Kind but in the Degree of it.
That the sinfulness of our Actium does not consist in the Kind but in the Degree of it.
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For instance, to eat and drink are natural and innocent Actions:
For instance, to eat and drink Are natural and innocent Actions:
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In one measure and degree lawful enough, but in another they degenerate into Gluttony, and Drunkenness.
In one measure and degree lawful enough, but in Another they degenerate into Gluttony, and drunkenness.
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The pursuit of Riches in one Degree is lawful, but in another it may be the Sin of Covetousness.
The pursuit of Riches in one Degree is lawful, but in Another it may be the since of Covetousness.
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A man may be angry and not sin, and yet, as 'tis too well known, he may be sinful in his Anger;
A man may be angry and not since, and yet, as it's too well known, he may be sinful in his Anger;
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so it is with his Love, his Hatred, his Joy, and his Sorrow; in all these he may be innocent or he may be guilty.
so it is with his Love, his Hatred, his Joy, and his Sorrow; in all these he may be innocent or he may be guilty.
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Now in such Cases as these 'tis hard to know where the exact point lies at which Innocence ends and Sin begins:
Now in such Cases as these it's hard to know where the exact point lies At which Innocence ends and since begins:
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And a man may exceed the Bounds of Innocence because he does not know them,
And a man may exceed the Bounds of Innocence Because he does not know them,
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and so may do sometimes that which is Evil while he thinks his Action very lawful, and allowable. But, then, in such Cases;
and so may do sometime that which is Evil while he thinks his Actium very lawful, and allowable. But, then, in such Cases;
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It is the certain Character of a Man whose Ignorance and Sin is involuntary, That he will take care and will endeavour not to come near the Borders of what he apprehends to be sinful:
It is the certain Character of a Man whose Ignorance and since is involuntary, That he will take care and will endeavour not to come near the Borders of what he apprehends to be sinful:
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He will not ordinarily at least come near those Degrees which he thinks are sinful:
He will not ordinarily At least come near those Degrees which he thinks Are sinful:
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That he may be safe from falling into sin he will not give himself all the Liberty which he thinks he might.
That he may be safe from falling into since he will not give himself all the Liberty which he thinks he might.
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And together with a due Care to avoid the contrary Extream he will always keep as great a distance as he can from what appears to him to be sinful:
And together with a due Care to avoid the contrary Extreme he will always keep as great a distance as he can from what appears to him to be sinful:
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He will, as the Apostle speaks, shun the Appearance of Evil. If a man takes this Care steadily,
He will, as the Apostle speaks, shun the Appearance of Evil. If a man Takes this Care steadily,
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tho' he may for all this fall into some Degrees of Sin, yet his Sin may be accounted involuntary.
though he may for all this fallen into Some Degrees of since, yet his since may be accounted involuntary.
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This is the first Head of the Causes of involuntary Ignorance. The difficulties attending the Object or thing to be known.
This is the First Head of the Causes of involuntary Ignorance. The difficulties attending the Object or thing to be known.
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The second I mention'd is this;
The second I mentioned is this;
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the Disadvantages which the Person may lie under for the getting a true and competent Knowledge of good and evil.
the Disadvantages which the Person may lie under for the getting a true and competent Knowledge of good and evil.
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And there are these three Things following which may be some hindrance of a Man in this Matter.
And there Are these three Things following which may be Some hindrance of a Man in this Matter.
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1. Some Men are much hinder'd in this Business by the unhappy incapacity of their own Minds.
1. some Men Are much hindered in this Business by the unhappy incapacity of their own Minds.
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They have it may be very dull and slow Apprehensions; they cannot easily understand Things, nor readily receive them.
They have it may be very dull and slow Apprehensions; they cannot Easily understand Things, nor readily receive them.
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Or they are not able to contain much knowledge; their Minds are not capable of many Things;
Or they Are not able to contain much knowledge; their Minds Are not capable of many Things;
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but one thing is wont to drive out and make them forget another. But then we must know;
but one thing is wont to drive out and make them forget Another. But then we must know;
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that when a Man is ignorant of his Duty in any great measure by this hindrance, that Man must not be of a very quick and lively apprehension in Affairs of the World;
that when a Man is ignorant of his Duty in any great measure by this hindrance, that Man must not be of a very quick and lively apprehension in Affairs of the World;
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he must not be very ready at spying his Interests, and capable to pursue them in a long Train and Series of Contrivance;
he must not be very ready At spying his Interests, and capable to pursue them in a long Train and Series of Contrivance;
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he must not have a Mind capable of managing well a vast Business and Trade.
he must not have a Mind capable of managing well a vast Business and Trade.
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For such an one if he is very ignorant of his Duty, is so not by Incapacity but by Negligence.
For such an one if he is very ignorant of his Duty, is so not by Incapacity but by Negligence.
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If it seems to himself upon Tryal, that he cannot, to so good Purpose, apply his Mind to the Knowledge of divine Things as he does to his Trade, he may yet certainly conclude that this comes to pass not by Incapacity,
If it seems to himself upon Trial, that he cannot, to so good Purpose, apply his Mind to the Knowledge of divine Things as he does to his Trade, he may yet Certainly conclude that this comes to pass not by Incapacity,
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but by some more guilty Cause.
but by Some more guilty Cause.
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He is, it may be, averse to Divine Knowledge, and has so much of Enmity to God as that he truly cares not for the Knowledge of his Ways;
He is, it may be, averse to Divine Knowledge, and has so much of Enmity to God as that he truly Cares not for the Knowledge of his Ways;
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and his Heart is possest and govern'd by an inordinate Love of the World. Or else this must proceed from his constant custom, and practice of Living.
and his Heart is possessed and governed by an inordinate Love of the World. Or Else this must proceed from his constant custom, and practice of Living.
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He is unapt for the getting of Knowledge, because he has not long, and diligently applied himself to this;
He is unapt for the getting of Knowledge, Because he has not long, and diligently applied himself to this;
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he has not minded it so much as he should do, nor had his thoughts well exercised in Divine Things:
he has not minded it so much as he should do, nor had his thoughts well exercised in Divine Things:
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And he is so much more apt and capable in the Business of his Calling and Trade,
And he is so much more apt and capable in the Business of his Calling and Trade,
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because 'tis in this that he has been chiefly exercised and employ'd for the greatest part of his Life.
Because it's in this that he has been chiefly exercised and employed for the greatest part of his Life.
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And if a Man's ignorance does proceed from such Causes as these it is Willful Ignorance,
And if a Man's ignorance does proceed from such Causes as these it is Wilful Ignorance,
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and makes the sins which it betrays him into Wilful likewise.
and makes the Sins which it betrays him into Wilful likewise.
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2. Some may be unhappily confin'd to very small and defective means of Knowledge, and from hence may not be able to attain much;
2. some may be unhappily confined to very small and defective means of Knowledge, and from hence may not be able to attain much;
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and in that Case their Ignorance will be judged Involuntary, as also the sins which it causes.
and in that Case their Ignorance will be judged Involuntary, as also the Sins which it Causes.
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Some follow Teachers that are negligent and do not endeavour as they should to furnish them with this Knowledge;
some follow Teachers that Are negligent and do not endeavour as they should to furnish them with this Knowledge;
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or they follow such as are Ignorant themselves, and therefore not able to instruct them: Or their Teachers perhaps are Erroneous and mistaken;
or they follow such as Are Ignorant themselves, and Therefore not able to instruct them: Or their Teachers perhaps Are Erroneous and mistaken;
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blind Leaders of the blind, and through their mistakes Clamour against, and condemn that which is good,
blind Leaders of the blind, and through their mistakes Clamour against, and condemn that which is good,
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and Zealously urge and perswade to that which is evil. Or perhaps they are Men of a crafty worldly Spirit;
and Zealously urge and persuade to that which is evil. Or perhaps they Are Men of a crafty worldly Spirit;
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that will have a popular applause at any rate, and that seek more to promote their own worldly Gain and Advantages by their Preaching than the Salvation of Mens Souls;
that will have a popular applause At any rate, and that seek more to promote their own worldly Gain and Advantages by their Preaching than the Salvation of Men's Souls;
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and they will study to Prophecy smooth and acceptable things rather than such as are right:
and they will study to Prophecy smooth and acceptable things rather than such as Are right:
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The things that are very grateful to worldly Minds, because they seem to secure and promote their worldly Interest;
The things that Are very grateful to worldly Minds, Because they seem to secure and promote their worldly Interest;
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rather than the Obligations which they are under to renounce the World, and live above it, and suffer patiently.
rather than the Obligations which they Are under to renounce the World, and live above it, and suffer patiently.
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But that our Ignorance may be Involuntary from the defective means of knowing our Duty, we must observe that this is,
But that our Ignorance may be Involuntary from the defective means of knowing our Duty, we must observe that this is,
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when we are confin'd to such means: When the place we live in does not afford us better;
when we Are confined to such means: When the place we live in does not afford us better;
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or when Obedience to order and Government does not give us leave to attend on that which is better:
or when obedience to order and Government does not give us leave to attend on that which is better:
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And we must know that if we despise a good and setled order in the Church, appointed by our Governours for our Instruction,
And we must know that if we despise a good and settled order in the Church, appointed by our Governors for our Instruction,
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and in defiance of that wander after Teachers of our own chusing as thinking to find greater Edification from them;
and in defiance of that wander After Teachers of our own choosing as thinking to find greater Edification from them;
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as we shall be likely to miss of true Edification in sound knowledge and Godliness through God's just punishment of our disorderly walking and Disobedience;
as we shall be likely to miss of true Edification in found knowledge and Godliness through God's just punishment of our disorderly walking and Disobedience;
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so if in this Course we fall into any mistakes that betray us into sin;
so if in this Course we fallen into any mistakes that betray us into since;
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Which that we may do, and with great success; God of his infinite Mercy grant through the Merits and Mediation of Jesus Christ.
Which that we may do, and with great success; God of his infinite Mercy grant through the Merits and Mediation of jesus christ.
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and to practice the most perfect, and the most eminent Piety and Vertue that we can reach to.
and to practice the most perfect, and the most eminent Piety and Virtue that we can reach to.
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we must endeavour to keep our selves as free from these Sins as we can,
we must endeavour to keep our selves as free from these Sins as we can,
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if we would gain the richest Rewards, and receive some of the highest Applauses from the glorious and righteous Judge of all the World;
if we would gain the Richest Rewards, and receive Some of the highest Applauses from the glorious and righteous Judge of all the World;
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If we would be willing, then, to partake in some of the brightest Honours of that Day,
If we would be willing, then, to partake in Some of the Brightest Honours of that Day,
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and will be accordingly dignified and distinguish'd at the Great Day of Retribution.
and will be accordingly dignified and distinguished At the Great Day of Retribution.
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Tho' he may be a good Man that sometimes falls into such Faults, yet he that has the fewest of them must be reckon'd the best good Man,
Though he may be a good Man that sometime falls into such Faults, yet he that has the fewest of them must be reckoned the best good Man,
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and God may be reasonably expected to have the least Esteem for him that has the most of these about him.
and God may be reasonably expected to have the least Esteem for him that has the most of these about him.
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yet they do in some measure sully and disparage his Vertues in the sight of God, as well as of Men:
yet they do in Some measure sully and disparage his Virtues in the sighed of God, as well as of Men:
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These Sins tho' they do not utterly cast a Man out of the Divine Favour,
These Sins though they do not utterly cast a Man out of the Divine Favour,
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and by this means, partly, it will come to pass, as the Apostle tells us, that as one Star differs from another Star in Glory, so will the Resurrection be.
and by this means, partly, it will come to pass, as the Apostle tells us, that as one Star differs from Another Star in Glory, so will the Resurrection be.
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And then, he who has the greatest mixture of these Sins in his Life, must have the less Reward and Honour to receive at last;
And then, he who has the greatest mixture of these Sins in his Life, must have the less Reward and Honour to receive At last;
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It is said the Righteous Judge will give to every Man according to his Works:
It is said the Righteous Judge will give to every Man according to his Works:
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then must the best Men receive the greatest Rewards, and the most perfect, the least sullied Piety and Vertue will meet the greatest Applause and Honour.
then must the best Men receive the greatest Rewards, and the most perfect, the least sullied Piety and Virtue will meet the greatest Applause and Honour.
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If there will, as is very likely, be different Rewards and Honours distributed at the last,
If there will, as is very likely, be different Rewards and Honours distributed At the last,
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5. Lastly, These involuntary Sins we may justly believe will proportionably lessen the Glory and Honour which we shall receive hereafter.
5. Lastly, These involuntary Sins we may justly believe will proportionably lessen the Glory and Honour which we shall receive hereafter.
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That we may not need so sharp Medicines, then, let us take care to be as free from these Sins as we can.
That we may not need so sharp Medicines, then, let us take care to be as free from these Sins as we can.
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In that he says, It was good for me that I was afflicted that I might learn thy Statutes, and before I was afflicted I went astray but now have I kept thy word.
In that he Says, It was good for me that I was afflicted that I might Learn thy Statutes, and before I was afflicted I went astray but now have I kept thy word.
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David acknowledges that he had been afflicted by God's Providence with this Design and to this effect:
David acknowledges that he had been afflicted by God's Providence with this Design and to this Effect:
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And so under the Bonds of their Affliction he shows them the Transgressions which they had not observ'd.
And so under the Bonds of their Affliction he shows them the Transgressions which they had not observed.
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and perform it with more care than they were wont to do:
and perform it with more care than they were wont to do:
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That he who sustains and upholds all things by his Almighty Power;
That he who sustains and upholds all things by his Almighty Power;
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That he who is infinite Purity and Holiness, and to whom nothing is so odious and displeasing as Wickedness and Sin, should come into this vile and sinful World, converse and dwell among Sinners, to be exercised and persecuted by their Sin and Wickedness!
That he who is infinite Purity and Holiness, and to whom nothing is so odious and displeasing as Wickedness and since, should come into this vile and sinful World, converse and dwell among Sinners, to be exercised and persecuted by their since and Wickedness!
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All this he submitted to for the Glory of God, and the good of Mankind. And this is surely to the Honour of Humility and Self-denial:
All this he submitted to for the Glory of God, and the good of Mankind. And this is surely to the Honour of Humility and Self-denial:
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Of abasing ones self to Honour God, and of denying our selves and our own Interest and Convenience sometimes for the benefit of our Neighbour.
Of abasing ones self to Honour God, and of denying our selves and our own Interest and Convenience sometime for the benefit of our Neighbour.
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Are not these things now the brightest Ornaments we can put on after the Son of God has worn them, and shewn himself in them!
are not these things now the Brightest Ornament we can put on After the Son of God has worn them, and shown himself in them!
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Should not these things of right become the Fashion of the World after this? And especially be the constant Dress and Habit of Christians? Should Christians ever appear in any other Guise or Mode than modest and humble,
Should not these things of right become the Fashion of the World After this? And especially be the constant Dress and Habit of Christians? Should Christians ever appear in any other Guise or Mode than modest and humble,
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and ready to deny themselves to do good to others? Should Christians ever appear proud, disdainful of their Inferiours,
and ready to deny themselves to do good to Others? Should Christians ever appear proud, disdainful of their Inferiors,
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and Lovers of none but themselves, when he whose Name they bear, and whom they therein profess to own for their Lord and Master has given them so contrary an Example? How Glorious and great a Thing is it now for a great Prince to abandon the soft Pleasures of his Court, to deny himself his own ease and safety,
and Lovers of none but themselves, when he whose Name they bear, and whom they therein profess to own for their Lord and Master has given them so contrary an Exampl? How Glorious and great a Thing is it now for a great Prince to abandon the soft Pleasures of his Court, to deny himself his own ease and safety,
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and take upon him the weighty Cares, the toilsome Labour and Fatigue, and expose himself to the Hazards and Dangers of War, that his Subjects may live in Peace and Safety,
and take upon him the weighty Cares, the toilsome Labour and Fatigue, and expose himself to the Hazards and Dangers of War, that his Subject's may live in Peace and Safety,
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and quietly possess their own, and solace themselves in the Enjoyment of all that is dear to them!
and quietly possess their own, and solace themselves in the Enjoyment of all that is dear to them!
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This is like the Glorious Son of God himself; like the kind and condescending Saviour of the World.
This is like the Glorious Son of God himself; like the kind and condescending Saviour of the World.
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And cretainly 'tis the most honourable thing that can be to resemble him, to conform to the Son of God.
And cretainly it's the most honourable thing that can be to resemble him, to conform to the Son of God.
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And so Humility is honourable in its self, and to condescend is to deserve to be exalted:
And so Humility is honourable in its self, and to condescend is to deserve to be exalted:
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But Pride is vile and base in it self, and deserves the Contempt and Disgrace which it is so much afraid of.
But Pride is vile and base in it self, and deserves the Contempt and Disgrace which it is so much afraid of.
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And he that loves none but himself, that cares for no Man's welfare but his own, is worthy to be lov'd by none but himself,
And he that loves none but himself, that Cares for no Man's welfare but his own, is worthy to be loved by none but himself,
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and that no Man should concern himself for his welfare.
and that no Man should concern himself for his welfare.
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3. We may easily observe in the Incarnation of our Saviour a glorious and wonderful Love;
3. We may Easily observe in the Incarnation of our Saviour a glorious and wondered Love;
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and this should inspire us with Love to him, and teach us love to Mankind too.
and this should inspire us with Love to him, and teach us love to Mankind too.
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This was a wonderful instance of Love as well as of Condescension. For he did all this for our Sakes:
This was a wondered instance of Love as well as of Condescension. For he did all this for our Sakes:
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It was for us Men and for our Salvation that he came down from Heaven. He humbled himself thus to exalt us.
It was for us Men and for our Salvation that he Come down from Heaven. He humbled himself thus to exalt us.
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All the Motive he had on our part to this Undertaking was our Misery: And this prevail'd with him notwithstanding our Guilt.
All the Motive he had on our part to this Undertaking was our Misery: And this prevailed with him notwithstanding our Gilded.
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We had thereby render'd our selves as much unworthy of his help as we were in want of it,
We had thereby rendered our selves as much unworthy of his help as we were in want of it,
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yet he would not desert us:
yet he would not desert us:
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And he has herein appeared to account nothing too much, or too dear to be done for us, if our Necessity requires it. Oh! how generous! How obliging is this Love!
And he has herein appeared to account nothing too much, or too dear to be done for us, if our Necessity requires it. Oh! how generous! How obliging is this Love!
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What can we return suitable to so great Kindness!
What can we return suitable to so great Kindness!
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What can we think fit to do less than give up our selves intirely to him, who has thus given himself as it were to us.
What can we think fit to do less than give up our selves entirely to him, who has thus given himself as it were to us.
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And make his Honour and Glory our great Concern and Business, since our Happiness has been so much his Concern!
And make his Honour and Glory our great Concern and Business, since our Happiness has been so much his Concern!
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And since he has had so much Love for Mankind we should be great Lovers of Mankind too:
And since he has had so much Love for Mankind we should be great Lovers of Mankind too:
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He has recommended Love in practising it;
He has recommended Love in practising it;
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and from him we may take Directions how to practice the most noble and honourable Love.
and from him we may take Directions how to practice the most noble and honourable Love.
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From him we may learn that we ought to be lovers of Mankind in general, that we ought to bear an Universal Good-will towards Men:
From him we may Learn that we ought to be lovers of Mankind in general, that we ought to bear an Universal Goodwill towards Men:
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From him we may learn to love and do good to those from whom we have not receiv'd any Kindness or Obligation:
From him we may Learn to love and do good to those from whom we have not received any Kindness or Obligation:
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To do good readily and freely when it is in our Power, and not to want importunate Entreaty and long Attendance for it.
To do good readily and freely when it is in our Power, and not to want importunate Entreaty and long Attendance for it.
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We may learn to do good to those that are most unprofitable to us; from whom we cannot expect any return of Advantage:
We may Learn to do good to those that Are most unprofitable to us; from whom we cannot expect any return of Advantage:
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To do good to them who hate and injure us, who affront and despise us. These are the glorious Characters of his Love;
To do good to them who hate and injure us, who affront and despise us. These Are the glorious Characters of his Love;
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and if we ought to imitate him they should be as far as we can the Characters of ours too.
and if we ought to imitate him they should be as Far as we can the Characters of ours too.
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Can we imagine we shall be acceptable to him who has so much Love if we have little or none? Or can.
Can we imagine we shall be acceptable to him who has so much Love if we have little or none? Or can.
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God who is Love be well-pleas'd with those that are only full of Envy and Hatred, of Malice and Uncharitableness? Without doubt the more Love we entertain and practice the more acceptable we shall be to this great Lover,
God who is Love be well-pleased with those that Are only full of Envy and Hatred, of Malice and Uncharitableness? Without doubt the more Love we entertain and practice the more acceptable we shall be to this great Lover,
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and the more favour we shall be likely to find with him.
and the more favour we shall be likely to find with him.
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4. Lastly, This Incarnation of the Son of God should, as it was intended, raise and encourage our Faith in him,
4. Lastly, This Incarnation of the Son of God should, as it was intended, raise and encourage our Faith in him,
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and Applications to him as a Mediatour. Let us take notice how he has lov'd us!
and Applications to him as a Mediator. Let us take notice how he has loved us!
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That his Love has made him become one of us, that so we might not be afraid to address our selves to him for his help.
That his Love has made him become one of us, that so we might not be afraid to address our selves to him for his help.
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We may be sure he is disposed rather to favour than despise us since he has taken our Nature.
We may be sure he is disposed rather to favour than despise us since he has taken our Nature.
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He expects it as an Honour due to him that we account him an accessible, an easie Mediatour;
He expects it as an Honour due to him that we account him an accessible, an easy Mediator;
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that we believe him as much ready to help us as we can be desirous of his help:
that we believe him as much ready to help us as we can be desirous of his help:
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Yea he is more ready to be our Advocate with the Father than we are to make our Supplications to him.
Yea he is more ready to be our Advocate with the Father than we Are to make our Supplications to him.
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Let us not then so disparage his Love as to think that we need any other Mediatours to bring us nigh to him.
Let us not then so disparage his Love as to think that we need any other Mediators to bring us High to him.
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No kind Angel, no good Saint has so much Compassion as he.
No kind Angel, no good Saint has so much Compassion as he.
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And we need not fear that now he is ascended to his Glory, he is too high and too distant to regard us.
And we need not Fear that now he is ascended to his Glory, he is too high and too distant to regard us.
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No, he has carried our Nature with him to the Right-hand of God:
No, he has carried our Nature with him to the Right-hand of God:
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He has not thrown off his Relation to us even there, he does not despise it in all his Glory.
He has not thrown off his Relation to us even there, he does not despise it in all his Glory.
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Let us not doubt then, but he who has exalted our Nature to Heaven is willing to bring us also thither.
Let us not doubt then, but he who has exalted our Nature to Heaven is willing to bring us also thither.
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He who came down from Heaven to save us, will readily do it now that it is in his Power to save us.
He who Come down from Heaven to save us, will readily do it now that it is in his Power to save us.
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Let not any weight of Guilt then oppress us: Let not any present Strength of Temptation or Corruption give us despair:
Let not any weight of Gilded then oppress us: Let not any present Strength of Temptation or Corruption give us despair:
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Let us not doubt but if we earnestly seek the Pardon of our Sins in his Name,
Let us not doubt but if we earnestly seek the Pardon of our Sins in his Name,
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and the Grace to inable us to work out our Salvation we shall obtain all that we need.
and the Grace to inable us to work out our Salvation we shall obtain all that we need.
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Let us therefore as the Apostle directs Come with Boldness to the Throne of Grace, that we may obtain mercy,
Let us Therefore as the Apostle directs Come with Boldness to the Throne of Grace, that we may obtain mercy,
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and find Grace to help in time of Need. Now to God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost;
and find Grace to help in time of Need. Now to God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost;
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be all Honour and Glory, World without End. Amen.
be all Honour and Glory, World without End. Amen.
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I shall be excusable therefore if in giving an account of this I do endeavour to represent it as great and glorious as I can:
I shall be excusable Therefore if in giving an account of this I do endeavour to represent it as great and glorious as I can:
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but rather to magnifie what he has done for us:
but rather to magnify what he has done for us:
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But in doing so a truly thankful Mind will not be apt to diminish and lessen,
But in doing so a truly thankful Mind will not be apt to diminish and lessen,
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And it is the part of due Thankfulness to take notice of this and to meditate often upon it.
And it is the part of due Thankfulness to take notice of this and to meditate often upon it.
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and must consider well what he has done to redeem us.
and must Consider well what he has done to Redeem us.
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TO have a due and suitable Apprehension of the Greatness of the Redeemer's Love to Mankind, we must endeavour to know,
TO have a due and suitable Apprehension of the Greatness of the Redeemer's Love to Mankind, we must endeavour to know,
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John 1.14. former part. And the Word was made Flesh, and dwelt among us.
John 1.14. former part. And the Word was made Flesh, and dwelled among us.
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And tho' I ought to keep close to what the Holy Scripture reveals concerning it,
And though I ought to keep close to what the Holy Scripture reveals Concerning it,
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and shall I think do so, yet I must needs declare that I shall avoid all those Interpretations of Holy Scripture which do diminish and lessen the Person of the Redeemer,
and shall I think do so, yet I must needs declare that I shall avoid all those Interpretations of Holy Scripture which do diminish and lessen the Person of the Redeemer,
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and by consequence his Love and Kindness in what he has done for us; especially when those Interpretations are not easie and natural, but forced and constrain'd.
and by consequence his Love and Kindness in what he has done for us; especially when those Interpretations Are not easy and natural, but forced and constrained.
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And while we do, with an humble and thankful Disposition of Mind, diligently enquire into,
And while we do, with an humble and thankful Disposition of Mind, diligently inquire into,
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and meditate on these things, we may hope that the kind Spirit who searches the deep things of God, will give us a right Understanding of them so far as is necessary to his Glory and our Salvation.
and meditate on these things, we may hope that the kind Spirit who Searches the deep things of God, will give us a right Understanding of them so Far as is necessary to his Glory and our Salvation.
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Now this is that which upon the best Enquiry into this great and glorious Work of Redemption, that Divine Spirit, I doubt not, has taught the devout Enquirers together as the Summ and Substance of all Divine Revelation;
Now this is that which upon the best Enquiry into this great and glorious Work of Redemption, that Divine Spirit, I doubt not, has taught the devout Enquirers together as the Sum and Substance of all Divine Revelation;
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that the second Person of that glorious Trinity in God, which is represented to us under the Names of Father, Son,
that the second Person of that glorious Trinity in God, which is represented to us under the Names of Father, Son,
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and Holy Ghost, is he that hath taken upon him the kind Office of becoming a Saviour and Redeemer to lost Mankind.
and Holy Ghost, is he that hath taken upon him the kind Office of becoming a Saviour and Redeemer to lost Mankind.
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And that he, to redeem and save us, has exceedingly magnified his Love while he has exceedingly humbled and abased himself.
And that he, to Redeem and save us, has exceedingly magnified his Love while he has exceedingly humbled and abased himself.
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And this he has done particularly in these two very mean Condescensions in order thereto; The First, his taking upon him our Nature:
And this he has done particularly in these two very mean Condescensions in order thereto; The First, his taking upon him our Nature:
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The Second, his submitting to die a Sacrifice and Propitiation for our Sins. The first of these we shall consider at present, the second in another Discourse.
The Second, his submitting to die a Sacrifice and Propitiation for our Sins. The First of these we shall Consider At present, the second in Another Discourse.
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The first is that which the Evangelist speaks of in our present Text in saying, The word was made Flesh, and dwelt among us.
The First is that which the Evangelist speaks of in our present Text in saying, The word was made Flesh, and dwelled among us.
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The present Discourse on these words shall be comprehended under these following Heads. 1. I shall as far as is necessary explain the words of the Text;
The present Discourse on these words shall be comprehended under these following Heads. 1. I shall as Far as is necessary explain the words of the Text;
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and show what we are to understand according to them and other Scriptures concerning this Incarnation of our Saviour.
and show what we Are to understand according to them and other Scriptures Concerning this Incarnation of our Saviour.
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2. I shall show that the Messiah, who was promised to the World and expected by the Jews, was to be such a Person as the Text speaks of.
2. I shall show that the Messiah, who was promised to the World and expected by the jews, was to be such a Person as the Text speaks of.
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3. I shall represent for what reasons the Holy Scripture teaches us the Son of God was made Man to redeem us.
3. I shall represent for what Reasons the Holy Scripture Teaches us the Son of God was made Man to Redeem us.
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4. I shall suggest the due Use and Improvement of this wonderful Truth.
4. I shall suggest the due Use and Improvement of this wondered Truth.
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In the first place I shall explain the Text, and show what we are to learn from thence and from other Scriptures concerning the Incarnation of our Redeemer.
In the First place I shall explain the Text, and show what we Are to Learn from thence and from other Scriptures Concerning the Incarnation of our Redeemer.
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For Explication of the Text there are but these two things that we need to enquire into. 1. Who is meant by the Word. 2. What is to be understood by his being said to be made Flesh.
For Explication of the Text there Are but these two things that we need to inquire into. 1. Who is meant by the Word. 2. What is to be understood by his being said to be made Flesh.
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To know who is meant by the Word we must look back to the foregoing Verses of this Chapter, where 'tis said of him In the Beginning was the Word:
To know who is meant by the Word we must look back to the foregoing Verses of this Chapter, where it's said of him In the Beginning was the Word:
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that is, at the Creation of the World the Word was; and it is not at all said that he ever was made:
that is, At the Creation of the World the Word was; and it is not At all said that he ever was made:
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His Being is mention'd, but not his beginning then;
His Being is mentioned, but not his beginning then;
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therefore the Evangelist teaches us plainly, that the Word was before the World began to be,
Therefore the Evangelist Teaches us plainly, that the Word was before the World began to be,
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and does therein intimate that the Word never began to be.
and does therein intimate that the Word never began to be.
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The Evangelist says further of him, The Word was with God, and the Word was God:
The Evangelist Says further of him, The Word was with God, and the Word was God:
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Where the Title or Name God must needs be taken in two different Senses as it is twice express'd:
Where the Title or Name God must needs be taken in two different Senses as it is twice expressed:
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When 'tis said he was with God, it means God the Father, the first Person in the Trinity, who is eminently call'd God in Holy Scripture:
When it's said he was with God, it means God the Father, the First Person in the Trinity, who is eminently called God in Holy Scripture:
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and when 'tis said he was God, it means that he himself had a Divine Nature, which also the Scripture does very frequently attribute to him.
and when it's said he was God, it means that he himself had a Divine Nature, which also the Scripture does very frequently attribute to him.
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Thus the Evangelist intimates concerning the Word what the Ancient Creed speaks of the second Person in the sacred Trinity, that he is very God, of very God:
Thus the Evangelist intimates Concerning the Word what the Ancient Creed speaks of the second Person in the sacred Trinity, that he is very God, of very God:
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He is God the Son, of God the Father.
He is God the Son, of God the Father.
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Further the Evangelist says of him in the 3d. Verse, All things were made by him,
Further the Evangelist Says of him in the 3d. Verse, All things were made by him,
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and without him was not any thing made that was made. Ascribing to him that Divine Work which none but Omnipotence could effect;
and without him was not any thing made that was made. Ascribing to him that Divine Work which none but Omnipotence could Effect;
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the making this World out of nothing. This is the glorious Person here signified and meant under this Title the Word.
the making this World out of nothing. This is the glorious Person Here signified and meant under this Title the Word.
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The next thing we are to enquire into in the Text is, what may be meant by this that he was made Flesh: which in short is this, that he was made Man. He did after a wonderful manner take into Union with himself that human Nature which was conceiv'd in the Virgin Mary by an immediate Operation of the Holy Ghost,
The next thing we Are to inquire into in the Text is, what may be meant by this that he was made Flesh: which in short is this, that he was made Man. He did After a wondered manner take into union with himself that human Nature which was conceived in the Virgae Marry by an immediate Operation of the Holy Ghost,
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and which was born of her. So that the full meaning of the Text must be represented in the following particulars.
and which was born of her. So that the full meaning of the Text must be represented in the following particulars.
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1. He took a true and compleat human Nature.
1. He took a true and complete human Nature.
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He became such a Man as all other Men are in the Essentials of our Nature.
He became such a Man as all other Men Are in the Essentials of our Nature.
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He therefore had both the Body and the Soul of a Man. That he had a true and real human Body appears by several things said of him in Scripture.
He Therefore had both the Body and the Soul of a Man. That he had a true and real human Body appears by several things said of him in Scripture.
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As that he was conceiv'd in the Blessed Virgin; that she bore him the usual time of Childbearing;
As that he was conceived in the Blessed Virgae; that she boar him the usual time of Childbearing;
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and when the Days were accomplish'd that she should be deliver'd she brought him forth, Luke 2.6, 7. That he was first an Infant wrapt in Swadling-cloaths, and grew by degrees to the Stature of a Man 12. and 57. Verses.
and when the Days were accomplished that she should be Delivered she brought him forth, Lycia 2.6, 7. That he was First an Infant wrapped in Swaddling-clothes, and grew by Degrees to the Stature of a Man 12. and 57. Verses.
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And he proves this abundantly himself when he says to his Disciples, Behold my Hands and my Feet, handle and see me,
And he Proves this abundantly himself when he Says to his Disciples, Behold my Hands and my Feet, handle and see me,
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for a Spirit hath not Flesh and Bones as ye see me have, Luke 24.39, 40.
for a Spirit hath not Flesh and Bones as you see me have, Lycia 24.39, 40.
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And as he had truly the Body so he had the Soul of a Man. It could only with Relation to that be said of him, that He grew in Wisdom, as in Luke 2.57.
And as he had truly the Body so he had the Soul of a Man. It could only with Relation to that be said of him, that He grew in Wisdom, as in Lycia 2.57.
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And when he was speaking of the Day of Judgment he said that neither the Angels of Heaven knew when this would be, nor the Son, meaning himself, but the Father only, Mark 13. which plainly speaks and ascribes to him the Finite Knowledge of an human Soul. We might also produce several Scriptures which show that he had the common Affections of a human Soul so far as they are innocent;
And when he was speaking of the Day of Judgement he said that neither the Angels of Heaven knew when this would be, nor the Son, meaning himself, but the Father only, Mark 13. which plainly speaks and ascribes to him the Finite Knowledge of an human Soul. We might also produce several Scriptures which show that he had the Common Affections of a human Soul so Far as they Are innocent;
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that he rejoyced, that he was angry, was griev'd. In Matt. 26.38. he says of himself, My Soul is exceeding sorrowful even even unto Death.
that he rejoiced, that he was angry, was grieved. In Matt. 26.38. he Says of himself, My Soul is exceeding sorrowful even even unto Death.
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And when he died 'tis said of him, according to the Phrase of speaking of other Men, He gave up the Ghost.
And when he died it's said of him, according to the Phrase of speaking of other Men, He gave up the Ghost.
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2. But we must also understand that he took this Human Nature to himself, without any Change or Alteration of his Divine Nature.
2. But we must also understand that he took this Human Nature to himself, without any Change or Alteration of his Divine Nature.
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When he was made Flesh he did not cease to be God. The Divine Nature is as the Scripture speaks without variableness or shadow of Change:
When he was made Flesh he did not cease to be God. The Divine Nature is as the Scripture speaks without variableness or shadow of Change:
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Therefore as he had a Divine Nature before, he has such an one still.
Therefore as he had a Divine Nature before, he has such an one still.
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3. We must therefore understand also, that he has in him from the time of his Incarnation two distinct Natures in one Person.
3. We must Therefore understand also, that he has in him from the time of his Incarnation two distinct Nature's in one Person.
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He is as the Ancient Creed speaks perfect God and perfect Man. The Holy Scripture every where speaks of him so as to teach us this:
He is as the Ancient Creed speaks perfect God and perfect Man. The Holy Scripture every where speaks of him so as to teach us this:
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It ascribes to the same Person those things which can belong only to God, and also those things which belong only to Man. The same Person is said to have come of the Fathers according to the Flesh, that is, to have descended of the Jewish Nation,
It ascribes to the same Person those things which can belong only to God, and also those things which belong only to Man. The same Person is said to have come of the Father's according to the Flesh, that is, to have descended of the Jewish nation,
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and yet is call'd God blessed for evermore.
and yet is called God blessed for evermore.
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He himself says, Before Abraham was I am, and yet he was born of the Virgin Mary in the Days of Herod, several hundred Years after Abraham 's Death:
He himself Says, Before Abraham was I am, and yet he was born of the Virgae Marry in the Days of Herod, several hundred years After Abraham is Death:
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In this Chapter he is called God and said to have made the World, and yet is said in the Text to be made Flesh, which relates to his being conceived and born of the Virgin Mary. But we must understand that altho' he has in him two distinct Natures yet is he but one Person,
In this Chapter he is called God and said to have made the World, and yet is said in the Text to be made Flesh, which relates to his being conceived and born of the Virgae Marry. But we must understand that although he has in him two distinct Nature's yet is he but one Person,
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therefore the Apostle says there is but one Mediatour between God and Men, the Man Christ Jesus, 1 Tim. 2.5. That Creed therefore which we have mention'd before commonly call'd the Athanasian Creed speaks very fitly of him thus:
Therefore the Apostle Says there is but one Mediator between God and Men, the Man christ jesus, 1 Tim. 2.5. That Creed Therefore which we have mentioned before commonly called the Athanasian Creed speaks very fitly of him thus:
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Tho' he be God and Man yet is he not two but one Christ:
Though he be God and Man yet is he not two but one christ:
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One, not by Conversion of the Godhead into Flesh, but by taking the Manhood into God;
One, not by Conversion of the Godhead into Flesh, but by taking the Manhood into God;
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one altogether not by Confusion of Substance, but by Ʋnity of Person.
one altogether not by Confusion of Substance, but by Ʋnity of Person.
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These are the things intimated in the Text, and to be understood of the Incarnation of our Redeemer.
These Are the things intimated in the Text, and to be understood of the Incarnation of our Redeemer.
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I come now in the second place to show, that the Messiah who was promised to the Jews and expected by them was to be such a Person as the Text here represents him, according to the Prophecies concerning him.
I come now in the second place to show, that the Messiah who was promised to the jews and expected by them was to be such a Person as the Text Here represents him, according to the Prophecies Concerning him.
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As for their Expectation, it is very evident it was this, that the Messiah or Christ should be the Word, and the Son of God.
As for their Expectation, it is very evident it was this, that the Messiah or christ should be the Word, and the Son of God.
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That remarkable Quotation which our late learned Primate produces (A.B. Tillotson 's Sermon on the Divinity of Christ) evidently proves this:
That remarkable Quotation which our late learned Primate produces (A.B Tillotson is Sermon on the Divinity of christ) evidently Proves this:
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Those words of the Psalmist (says he) Psal. 110.1. the Jews acknowledged to be spoken of the Messiah. The Lord said unto my Lord sit thou on my Right-hand, &c. And one of their Ancient Authours renders them thus, The Lord said unto the Word sit, &c. And that they understood a Divine Person by this Title appears in what he mentions from another Authour of theirs:
Those words of the Psalmist (Says he) Psalm 110.1. the jews acknowledged to be spoken of the Messiah. The Lord said unto my Lord fit thou on my Right-hand, etc. And one of their Ancient Authors renders them thus, The Lord said unto the Word fit, etc. And that they understood a Divine Person by this Title appears in what he mentions from Another Author of theirs:
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That he calls him by whom God made the World the Word and the Son of God, to which may be added for further Evidence of this an Ancient Interpretation of that Scripture, Isa. 45.12. among them:
That he calls him by whom God made the World the Word and the Son of God, to which may be added for further Evidence of this an Ancient Interpretation of that Scripture, Isaiah 45.12. among them:
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The Text there says, in the Person of God, I made the Earth; and that Interpretation renders it, I by my Word made the Earth:
The Text there Says, in the Person of God, I made the Earth; and that Interpretation renders it, I by my Word made the Earth:
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That the Messias was to be the Son of God according to the Expectation of the Jews, appears abundantly in the New Testament from the Confessions of those that did not believe on Jesus, and of those that did.
That the Messias was to be the Son of God according to the Expectation of the jews, appears abundantly in the New Testament from the Confessions of those that did not believe on jesus, and of those that did.
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The High-Priest who condemn'd him to die, that he might provoke him to express to them who he was, speaks to him thus, I adjure thee by the living God, that thou tell us whether thou be the Christ, the Son of God, Matt. 26.63. which evidently shows they expected that the Christ would be the Son of God.
The High-Priest who condemned him to die, that he might provoke him to express to them who he was, speaks to him thus, I adjure thee by the living God, that thou tell us whither thou be the christ, the Son of God, Matt. 26.63. which evidently shows they expected that the christ would be the Son of God.
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This Nathaniel confesses him to be in the 49th Verse of this Chapter. And Martha says to him John 11.27. She believed he was the Christ or Messiah and the Son of God which should come into the World.
This Nathaniel Confesses him to be in the 49th Verse of this Chapter. And Martha Says to him John 11.27. She believed he was the christ or Messiah and the Son of God which should come into the World.
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Thus it appears that the Jews expected their Messiah should be such a Person as our Text speaks of.
Thus it appears that the jews expected their Messiah should be such a Person as our Text speaks of.
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And then without doubt they had some good ground in the Ancient Prophecies concerning him for such an Expectation:
And then without doubt they had Some good ground in the Ancient Prophecies Concerning him for such an Expectation:
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I might produce many places of the Old Testament where this is intimated, but to be short I shall content my self to produce only two where we may see this evidently express'd.
I might produce many places of the Old Testament where this is intimated, but to be short I shall content my self to produce only two where we may see this evidently expressed.
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The first shall be that in Isa. 7.14. Verse, where the Prophet says, A Virgin shall conceive and bear a Son and shall call his Name Immanuel.
The First shall be that in Isaiah 7.14. Verse, where the Prophet Says, A Virgae shall conceive and bear a Son and shall call his Name Immanuel.
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It is very usual with this Prophet to say a thing shall be call'd so and so,
It is very usual with this Prophet to say a thing shall be called so and so,
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when he means it shall be such: which was accounted an elegant way of speaking in the Hebrew Tongue:
when he means it shall be such: which was accounted an elegant Way of speaking in the Hebrew Tongue:
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He therefore means here that this Child born of a Virgin should be Immanuel. Now what this signifies St. Matthew truly tells us, Matt. 1.23. where he says it is being interpreted God with us, and applies the Prophecy to the Birth of Jesus, of the Virgin Mary, as therein fulfill'd.
He Therefore means Here that this Child born of a Virgae should be Immanuel. Now what this signifies Saint Matthew truly tells us, Matt. 1.23. where he Says it is being interpreted God with us, and Applies the Prophecy to the Birth of jesus, of the Virgae Marry, as therein fulfilled.
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Another as considerable a place as this we have in Isa. 9.6.
another as considerable a place as this we have in Isaiah 9.6.
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where the Prophet is reckon'd to speak again of the same Son, and Child, and of the Messiah, and he says, To us a Child is born, to us a Son is given,
where the Prophet is reckoned to speak again of the same Son, and Child, and of the Messiah, and he Says, To us a Child is born, to us a Son is given,
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and the Government shall be upon his Shoulder, and his Name shall be called, that is, he shall be, Wonderful Counsellour, the Mighty God, &c. Thus I think we may see there was good Ground in the Ancient Prophecies for the Jews to expect that the Christ would be such a Person as our present Text speaks of,
and the Government shall be upon his Shoulder, and his Name shall be called, that is, he shall be, Wondered Counselor, the Mighty God, etc. Thus I think we may see there was good Ground in the Ancient Prophecies for the jews to expect that the christ would be such a Person as our present Text speaks of,
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even according to the Interpretation of it now given:
even according to the Interpretation of it now given:
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And when such Expressions as these are in the Prophecies concerning him we have very good Ground to interpret our Text,
And when such Expressions as these Are in the Prophecies Concerning him we have very good Ground to interpret our Text,
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and the other like places of the New Testament to that meaning; and to reject any other Interpretation which any shall force upon them.
and the other like places of the New Testament to that meaning; and to reject any other Interpretation which any shall force upon them.
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In the third place, I shall as I promised represent to you the Reasons why the Son of God,
In the third place, I shall as I promised represent to you the Reasons why the Son of God,
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so great and glorious a Person, was pleased to take this course, and to condescend so exceedingly to redeem us.
so great and glorious a Person, was pleased to take this course, and to condescend so exceedingly to Redeem us.
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In doing which I shall very carefully confine my self to the Intimations of Holy Scripture concerning this matter,
In doing which I shall very carefully confine my self to the Intimations of Holy Scripture Concerning this matter,
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and so I shall not seek for any other Reasons of it than what God himself hath given:
and so I shall not seek for any other Reasons of it than what God himself hath given:
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For as he best knows, so he can best give the Reasons of his Actions.
For as he best knows, so he can best give the Reasons of his Actions.
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And if we will go beyond what he has said in any such matter, as we can say nothing certain,
And if we will go beyond what he has said in any such matter, as we can say nothing certain,
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so we must needs run into Errour.
so we must needs run into Error.
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Now the Reasons which the Holy Scripture suggests and allows us to give of this wondrous Condescension of the Son of God are these.
Now the Reasons which the Holy Scripture suggests and allows us to give of this wondrous Condescension of the Son of God Are these.
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1. He was made a Man to honour the Authority of God, and obey his Laws in our Nature, that his doing so might fitly redound to our Advantage.
1. He was made a Man to honour the authority of God, and obey his Laws in our Nature, that his doing so might fitly redound to our Advantage.
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This was due from Mankind but had never been well pay'd, therefore he came to do it, and he did it perfectly.
This was due from Mankind but had never been well paid, Therefore he Come to do it, and he did it perfectly.
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Hence he says of his own perfect and holy Life on Earth when he was near his End, that He had glorified the Father on Earth,
Hence he Says of his own perfect and holy Life on Earth when he was near his End, that He had glorified the Father on Earth,
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and had finish'd the Work which was given him to do, John 17.4.
and had finished the Work which was given him to do, John 17.4.
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And his glorifying of God by an holy Life was to redound to our Advantage, that we might be sav'd in the same way in which we were lost.
And his glorifying of God by an holy Life was to redound to our Advantage, that we might be saved in the same Way in which we were lost.
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It was the Sin and Rebellion of our first Parents which had render'd us all guilty,
It was the since and Rebellion of our First Parents which had rendered us all guilty,
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and had alienated God from us:
and had alienated God from us:
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Therefore he took our Nature upon him, that he might by his Holiness and Righteousness reconcile God again to us.
Therefore he took our Nature upon him, that he might by his Holiness and Righteousness reconcile God again to us.
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It was not thought fitting by the Justice of God that the Honour and Obedience paid to him in any other Nature should redound to the Advantage of Men.
It was not Thought fitting by the justice of God that the Honour and obedience paid to him in any other Nature should redound to the Advantage of Men.
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It is the evident Doctrine of Holy Scripture, that as the Wickedness of Adam involv'd all Mankind under Guilt and Condemnation,
It is the evident Doctrine of Holy Scripture, that as the Wickedness of Adam involved all Mankind under Gilded and Condemnation,
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so the Holiness and Obedience of Jesus Christ may redound to the Justification of all.
so the Holiness and obedience of jesus christ may redound to the Justification of all.
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This appears in many places but that one express Text shall suffice at present, Rom. 5.19. As by one Man's Disobedience many were made Sinners, so by the Obedience of one shall many be made Righteous.
This appears in many places but that one express Text shall suffice At present, Rom. 5.19. As by one Man's Disobedience many were made Sinners, so by the obedience of one shall many be made Righteous.
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It is very apparent that from the 12, Verse of that Chapter to the End of it, the Apostle makes a Parallel between Adam the first Parent of Mankind and Jesus Christ;
It is very apparent that from the 12, Verse of that Chapter to the End of it, the Apostle makes a Parallel between Adam the First Parent of Mankind and jesus christ;
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and represents an Universal Mischief done to us by the former, and repair'd by the latter:
and represents an Universal Mischief done to us by the former, and repaired by the latter:
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That from the former, and his Sin, we derive Guilt, and Condemnation, and Death; and from the latter we may derive Justification and Life.
That from the former, and his since, we derive Gilded, and Condemnation, and Death; and from the latter we may derive Justification and Life.
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Now if this be the effect and consequent of his Holy Life on Earth we cannot doubt but it was one reason and end of it:
Now if this be the Effect and consequent of his Holy Life on Earth we cannot doubt but it was one reason and end of it:
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If his Glorifying God in our Nature may redound to our Justification and advantage, we may conclude that he took our Nature to glorifie God in it for that reason and purpose.
If his Glorifying God in our Nature may redound to our Justification and advantage, we may conclude that he took our Nature to Glorify God in it for that reason and purpose.
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2. It was partly also the Reason of his coming thus into the World that he might give us a perfect Example of good and vertuous Living.
2. It was partly also the Reason of his coming thus into the World that he might give us a perfect Exampl of good and virtuous Living.
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It is impossible that without Holiness we should see God;
It is impossible that without Holiness we should see God;
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and it is as necessary to our Happiness that we be sanctified and reconcil'd to God,
and it is as necessary to our Happiness that we be sanctified and reconciled to God,
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as we may say, as it is that we be justified, or that God be reconcil'd to us:
as we may say, as it is that we be justified, or that God be reconciled to us:
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Therefore the Wisdom and Favour of the Redeemer would use the best and fittest means to make us Holy.
Therefore the Wisdom and Favour of the Redeemer would use the best and Fittest means to make us Holy.
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And knowing our Nature to be such that we are apt to be much more influenced by Examples than by Laws and Precepts,
And knowing our Nature to be such that we Are apt to be much more influenced by Examples than by Laws and Precepts,
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or by Promises and Threatnings, he therefore to them added this means of Holiness moreover;
or by Promises and Threatenings, he Therefore to them added this means of Holiness moreover;
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to unite himself to an humane Nature, to dwell among Men for some time that he might show them the practice of perfect Piety and Vertue.
to unite himself to an humane Nature, to dwell among Men for Some time that he might show them the practice of perfect Piety and Virtue.
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That this was part of his design we may justly gather from his express proposing himself for a Pattern.
That this was part of his Design we may justly gather from his express proposing himself for a Pattern.
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We find him requiring his Disciples to observe and learn not only what they heard from him,
We find him requiring his Disciples to observe and Learn not only what they herd from him,
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but also to be and do like him:
but also to be and do like him:
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Learn of me (says he) for I am meek and lowly in heart, Matt. 11.29. again he urges them to Love from the Example, and according to the Pattern of his Love, Joh. 13.34. A new Commandment I give unto you, that ye love one another as I have loved you.
Learn of me (Says he) for I am meek and lowly in heart, Matt. 11.29. again he urges them to Love from the Exampl, and according to the Pattern of his Love, John 13.34. A new Commandment I give unto you, that you love one Another as I have loved you.
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Again he says, If any Man will be my Disciple let him deny himself, and take up his Cross daily and follow me, Luk. 9.23. The same thing is urg'd by his Apostle after him, Eph. 5.1. Be ye followers of God as dear Children.
Again he Says, If any Man will be my Disciple let him deny himself, and take up his Cross daily and follow me, Luk. 9.23. The same thing is urged by his Apostle After him, Ephesians 5.1. Be you followers of God as dear Children.
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And he proposes himself a Pattern in this matter and declares himself a follower of Christ, 1 Cor 11.1. Be ye followers of me even as I also am of Christ.
And he proposes himself a Pattern in this matter and declares himself a follower of christ, 1 Cor 11.1. Be you followers of me even as I also am of christ.
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He therein owns our general Obligation to imitate and conform to our Master Jesus.
He therein owns our general Obligation to imitate and conform to our Master jesus.
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Now since this is so often and so expresly requir'd we may justly reckon that it was partly the reason of his being made Man that we might have such a good Example to follow.
Now since this is so often and so expressly required we may justly reckon that it was partly the reason of his being made Man that we might have such a good Exampl to follow.
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Since mankind had but a very bad Example in their common first Parent, he thought it requisite and useful that they should have a good one in himself.
Since mankind had but a very bad Exampl in their Common First Parent, he Thought it requisite and useful that they should have a good one in himself.
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3. He took our Nature that he might suffer in it in our stead, and die a Sacrifice and Propitiation for our Sins.
3. He took our Nature that he might suffer in it in our stead, and die a Sacrifice and Propitiation for our Sins.
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And this also was extreamly necessary to our Case.
And this also was extremely necessary to our Case.
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It appears through the whole Scripture, that there could be no Pardon of sin without some suffering for it, some Sacrifice for sin.
It appears through the Whole Scripture, that there could be no Pardon of since without Some suffering for it, Some Sacrifice for since.
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I shall not at present insist upon this, because it must be more largely spoken to in another Discourse.
I shall not At present insist upon this, Because it must be more largely spoken to in Another Discourse.
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It may suffice at present to take notice, that the Word as God was not capable to suffer and die;
It may suffice At present to take notice, that the Word as God was not capable to suffer and die;
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therefore in order to this it was necessary that he should take upon him the Nature of a Creature.
Therefore in order to this it was necessary that he should take upon him the Nature of a Creature.
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And to atone for the Sins of mankind, no other Nature was so fit as that in which they had been committed.
And to atone for the Sins of mankind, no other Nature was so fit as that in which they had been committed.
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The Apostle therefore says, It behoved him in all things to be made like unto us to make Reconciliation for our sins, Heb. 2.17. 4. Lastly, he was made Man in Condescension to our Weakness, that we might have a Mediator, whom we might with Boldness and Freedom apply our selves to.
The Apostle Therefore Says, It behooved him in all things to be made like unto us to make Reconciliation for our Sins, Hebrew 2.17. 4. Lastly, he was made Man in Condescension to our Weakness, that we might have a Mediator, whom we might with Boldness and Freedom apply our selves to.
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It was requisite he should be God, that he might be fit to approach the Father in our behalf,
It was requisite he should be God, that he might be fit to approach the Father in our behalf,
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and manage our Cause with good Success;
and manage our Cause with good Success;
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that he might be able to save to the uttermost all that come unto God by him.
that he might be able to save to the uttermost all that come unto God by him.
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And it was requisite he should be Man, to encourage us to apply our selves to him.
And it was requisite he should be Man, to encourage us to apply our selves to him.
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If he had been altogether equal to us, he had not been great enough to help us;
If he had been altogether equal to us, he had not been great enough to help us;
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and if he had been altogether God, infinitely above us, we should never have had Confidence enough to address our selves to him:
and if he had been altogether God, infinitely above us, we should never have had Confidence enough to address our selves to him:
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We should then have wanted another Mediator or Mediators to bring us nigh unto him;
We should then have wanted Another Mediator or Mediators to bring us High unto him;
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that we needed such an Encouragement as this to inable us to apply our selves to him the Apostle intimates, Heb. 2.17, 18. where he insists on his being made like unto his Brethren, and his having suffer'd,
that we needed such an Encouragement as this to inable us to apply our selves to him the Apostle intimates, Hebrew 2.17, 18. where he insists on his being made like unto his Brothers, and his having suffered,
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and been tempted as that from which we may conclude he will help us.
and been tempted as that from which we may conclude he will help us.
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The Argument is a Condescension to our Apprehensions, and represents him such as that we shall be the more able to believe him ready to help us, that we might be the more ready to apply to him for his help.
The Argument is a Condescension to our Apprehensions, and represents him such as that we shall be the more able to believe him ready to help us, that we might be the more ready to apply to him for his help.
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Tho' this does not give him more Goodness and Compassion than he has as God,
Though this does not give him more goodness and Compassion than he has as God,
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nor a greater Sense of our Necessities and Infirmities than he has as such by his Omniscience:
nor a greater Sense of our Necessities and Infirmities than he has as such by his Omniscience:
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Yet this helps our weakness to believe, and expect that he will be the more likely to Sympathize with our Afflictions,
Yet this helps our weakness to believe, and expect that he will be the more likely to Sympathise with our Afflictions,
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and to compassionate our Infirmities, in that he has felt the same things.
and to compassionate our Infirmities, in that he has felt the same things.
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And that this is a great Encouragement to us to seek his help, the Apostle evidently intimates, in Heb. 3.16. where after he had represented our Mediator, in all the weakness of humane Nature he gathers this Exhortation and Encouragement from thence;
And that this is a great Encouragement to us to seek his help, the Apostle evidently intimates, in Hebrew 3.16. where After he had represented our Mediator, in all the weakness of humane Nature he gathers this Exhortation and Encouragement from thence;
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let us therefore come boldly to the Throne of Grace, that we may obtain Mercy and find Grace to help in time of Need. In becoming Man the Mediator has given us sufficient Encouragement to address to him.
let us Therefore come boldly to the Throne of Grace, that we may obtain Mercy and find Grace to help in time of Need. In becoming Man the Mediator has given us sufficient Encouragement to address to him.
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We may plainly see he does not despise our Nature, in that he has taken it into a personal Union with himself:
We may plainly see he does not despise our Nature, in that he has taken it into a personal union with himself:
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And may easily perswade our selves that he will readily help those whom he reckons his Brethren and Kindred.
And may Easily persuade our selves that he will readily help those whom he reckons his Brothers and Kindred.
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Now if we needed such an Encouragement as this to use and acknowledge him for our Mediator,
Now if we needed such an Encouragement as this to use and acknowledge him for our Mediator,
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and this is an Encouragement to that, then we may reasonably account it was one cause and end of his taking our Nature to give us such a necessary Encouragement.
and this is an Encouragement to that, then we may reasonably account it was one cause and end of his taking our Nature to give us such a necessary Encouragement.
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Thus I have also finisht this part of the Discourse.
Thus I have also finished this part of the Discourse.
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Now I must profess I have not insisted upon it to satisfie a nice and impertinent Curiosity,
Now I must profess I have not insisted upon it to satisfy a Nicaenae and impertinent Curiosity,
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but that I might thereby promote the due use and improvement of this great Truth, in some good and suitable practice;
but that I might thereby promote the due use and improvement of this great Truth, in Some good and suitable practice;
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to which purpose, I suppose, the Consideration of the Reasons of our Saviour's Incarnation may be serviceable.
to which purpose, I suppose, the Consideration of the Reasons of our Saviour's Incarnation may be serviceable.
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And we ought to account all our Knowledge in Divine Things vain and useless to us,
And we ought to account all our Knowledge in Divine Things vain and useless to us,
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and to believe that it will serve only to aggravate our Sin, and encrease our Condemnation,
and to believe that it will serve only to aggravate our since, and increase our Condemnation,
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if it be not effectual upon us to turn us from Sin and Wickedness, and to make us lead Holy and Vertuous Lives.
if it be not effectual upon us to turn us from since and Wickedness, and to make us led Holy and Virtuous Lives.
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The Apostle calls this Point in particular, which we are now treating on, a Mystery of Godliness.
The Apostle calls this Point in particular, which we Are now treating on, a Mystery of Godliness.
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Great is the Mystery of Godliness, (says he) God manifested in the Flesh.
Great is the Mystery of Godliness, (Says he) God manifested in the Flesh.
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That is, this Mysterious and wonderful Truth requires that we apply our selves to all Holiness of Life and Conversation.
That is, this Mysterious and wondered Truth requires that we apply our selves to all Holiness of Life and Conversation.
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This is that then which I might urge from hence:
This is that then which I might urge from hence:
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But I judge it more useful to insist upon some particular things which this Truth requires of us.
But I judge it more useful to insist upon Some particular things which this Truth requires of us.
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1. The Incarnation of the Son of God for our Salvation should teach us to put a high value upon our immortal Souls,
1. The Incarnation of the Son of God for our Salvation should teach us to put a high valve upon our immortal Souls,
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and make us much concern'd to obtain that Salvation.
and make us much concerned to obtain that Salvation.
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The Creatour has formed a noble Spirit in Man, which he has made capable of sublime and spiritual Joys, of delighting it self in his Favour and Love, and of enjoying himself:
The Creator has formed a noble Spirit in Man, which he has made capable of sublime and spiritual Joys, of delighting it self in his Favour and Love, and of enjoying himself:
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And as he made us capable of this Happiness, he design'd and intended us for it,
And as he made us capable of this Happiness, he designed and intended us for it,
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and is loath to see us lose it.
and is loath to see us loose it.
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He has therefore sent his Son to reveal it to us, when it was unknown and forgotten among Men:
He has Therefore sent his Son to reveal it to us, when it was unknown and forgotten among Men:
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And the Son came to purchase it for us when we had forfeited all Right to it;
And the Son Come to purchase it for us when we had forfeited all Right to it;
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and the Holy Spirit concerns himself to move us to seek it, and to make us Partakers of it.
and the Holy Spirit concerns himself to move us to seek it, and to make us Partakers of it.
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Thus the whole Trinity is concern'd to advance us to a Celestial and spiritual Happiness.
Thus the Whole Trinity is concerned to advance us to a Celestial and spiritual Happiness.
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He that made our Souls, and bests knows the worth of them, has done much to save them.
He that made our Souls, and bests knows the worth of them, has done much to save them.
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It was he that condescended to take our Nature for this purpose.
It was he that condescended to take our Nature for this purpose.
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And this surely should possess us with some thoughts about the Dignity of our Natures, and our noble Capacities.
And this surely should possess us with Some thoughts about the Dignity of our Nature's, and our noble Capacities.
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After this we may reasonably account the Things of this World utterly below us;
After this we may reasonably account the Things of this World utterly below us;
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we might reasonably despise them in comparison to those greater things which we were made for,
we might reasonably despise them in comparison to those greater things which we were made for,
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and which the Redeemer has purchased for us.
and which the Redeemer has purchased for us.
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Let us consider, the Son of God came down from Heaven not to advance us to the Dignities and Honours of this World,
Let us Consider, the Son of God Come down from Heaven not to advance us to the Dignities and Honours of this World,
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but to advance us to Heaven;
but to advance us to Heaven;
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not to make us rich in outward Possessions but in inward Worth, in Piety and Vertue and good Works.
not to make us rich in outward Possessions but in inward Worth, in Piety and Virtue and good Works.
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It were most unreasonable, then, if we should think, that there is nothing important to us,
It were most unreasonable, then, if we should think, that there is nothing important to us,
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but to gratifie and indulge our Senses, or to make our selves as great and rich in this World as we can;
but to gratify and indulge our Senses, or to make our selves as great and rich in this World as we can;
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or should make these things our chief or only Care. This were to neglect our own Dignity;
or should make these things our chief or only Care. This were to neglect our own Dignity;
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to debase and degrade our selves; to despise and slight a great Salvation; and to undervalue the great Redeemer's undertaking and Love.
to debase and degrade our selves; to despise and slight a great Salvation; and to undervalue the great Redeemer's undertaking and Love.
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If we would live suitable to this, and shew our selves duely thankful for what he has done to save us:
If we would live suitable to this, and show our selves duly thankful for what he has done to save us:
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That which has been so valuable and dear to him should be highly so to us.
That which has been so valuable and dear to him should be highly so to us.
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We should seek chiefly the things above, and despise all things in comparison to the Salvation of our Souls;
We should seek chiefly the things above, and despise all things in comparison to the Salvation of our Souls;
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we should account this the one thing necessary, and make every other concern either subserve and promote this,
we should account this the one thing necessary, and make every other concern either subserve and promote this,
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or else give way to it. 2. Let us observe in our Saviour's Incarnation his wonderful Condescension;
or Else give Way to it. 2. Let us observe in our Saviour's Incarnation his wondered Condescension;
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and from thence learn humility and the denial of our selves.
and from thence Learn humility and the denial of our selves.
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The excellent Hymn which our Church uses at our Morning Prayers very justly takes notice of this;
The excellent Hymn which our Church uses At our Morning Prayers very justly Takes notice of this;
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and says to him, When thou tookest upon thee to deliver Man thou didst not abhor the Virgins Womb. This is worthy to be particularly observ'd, and greatly admired.
and Says to him, When thou tookest upon thee to deliver Man thou didst not abhor the Virgins Womb. This is worthy to be particularly observed, and greatly admired.
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It was a wonder even equal to his own infinite Greatness, that he did not abhor and disdain so mean a Condescension, and Abasement.
It was a wonder even equal to his own infinite Greatness, that he did not abhor and disdain so mean a Condescension, and Abasement.
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But nothing was too mean and low, in his account, to be submitted to, which was necessary to the Glory of God and the good of Mankind.
But nothing was too mean and low, in his account, to be submitted to, which was necessary to the Glory of God and the good of Mankind.
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Let us consider this matter a little.
Let us Consider this matter a little.
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What an amazing thing is it, that the Infinite and Glorious God should become a Creature!
What an amazing thing is it, that the Infinite and Glorious God should become a Creature!
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That he who is the Brightness of the Fathers Glory, the express Image of his Person, the Lord and the joy of Angels, the Creatour of all things, should veil himself with humane Flesh and Blood, submit to the weakness of an Infant, take upon him the form of a Servant, and become subject to Men.
That he who is the Brightness of the Father's Glory, the express Image of his Person, the Lord and the joy of Angels, the Creator of all things, should veil himself with humane Flesh and Blood, submit to the weakness of an Infant, take upon him the from of a Servant, and become Subject to Men.
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who gives Food to all Flesh, should take his own Food and Nourishment from the Breasts of a feeble Woman!
who gives Food to all Flesh, should take his own Food and Nourishment from the Breasts of a feeble Woman!
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Then they drove another great Nail or two through his Feet, and so fastened them to the upright Beam of the Cross.
Then they drove Another great Nail or two through his Feet, and so fastened them to the upright Beam of the Cross.
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and therewith fastened them to the transverse Beam of his Cross.
and therewith fastened them to the transverse Beam of his Cross.
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Then they laid him naked upon his Cross, and stretching out his Arms with some force drove two great Nails through his two Hands,
Then they laid him naked upon his Cross, and stretching out his Arms with Some force drove two great Nails through his two Hands,
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when the Plowers plowed upon his Back and made long their Furrows.
when the Plowers plowed upon his Back and made long their Furrows.
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and in so doing renew'd the Smart of those raw Wounds which the rude Scourge had given him,
and in so doing renewed the Smart of those raw Wounds which the rude Scourge had given him,
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When he was come to the Place of Execution, without the City, they stript him of his Cloaths,
When he was come to the Place of Execution, without the city, they stripped him of his Clothes,
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Then they were forced to lay that on other Shoulders, and almost to carry him, which without doubt they did not very mercifully or civilly do.
Then they were forced to lay that on other Shoulders, and almost to carry him, which without doubt they did not very mercifully or civilly do.
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But they had used him too ill before to leave him able to do this; and he stagger'd with the Burden a-while but at length fainted under it:
But they had used him too ill before to leave him able to do this; and he staggered with the Burden awhile but At length fainted under it:
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At first, as the manner was, they forced him to bear his own Cross towards the Place of Execution.
At First, as the manner was, they forced him to bear his own Cross towards the Place of Execution.
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When this sport was no longer pleasant to themselves, they put his own Cloaths on again and led him away to crucifie him.
When this sport was no longer pleasant to themselves, they put his own Clothes on again and led him away to crucify him.
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But in the doing of this they spat upon him too, to show how little in earnest they were while they pretended to do him Homage.
But in the doing of this they spat upon him too, to show how little in earnest they were while they pretended to do him Homage.
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and cry Hail King of the Jews.
and cry Hail King of the jews.
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They put then a Reed in his Hand, and in mockery bow the Knee before him,
They put then a Reed in his Hand, and in mockery bow the Knee before him,
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even the precious Purple of his Blood:
even the precious Purple of his Blood:
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they plat a Crown of Thorns and force it upon his Head, and the Thorns we may believe then were purple too,
they plate a Crown of Thorns and force it upon his Head, and the Thorns we may believe then were purple too,
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After this the Souldiers would needs have some sport in abusing him. And they find some dirty and contemptible purple Garment and put that upon him;
After this the Soldiers would needs have Some sport in abusing him. And they find Some dirty and contemptible purple Garment and put that upon him;
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And, as was usually done to those who suffer'd this kind of Death, he is first tied to a Pillar and there basely and severely whipt upon his naked Back.
And, as was usually done to those who suffered this kind of Death, he is First tied to a Pillar and there basely and severely whipped upon his naked Back.
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At length with their importunate Clamours Pilate is overcome and delivers him up to be crucified.
At length with their importunate Clamours Pilate is overcome and delivers him up to be Crucified.
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The foresight of this had drawn tears from his Eyes before, when he beheld Jerusalem and wept over it upon this account.
The foresight of this had drawn tears from his Eyes before, when he beheld Jerusalem and wept over it upon this account.
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thus pulling upon themselves the weighty Guilt, and terrible Vengeance of his unjust Death.
thus pulling upon themselves the weighty Gilded, and terrible Vengeance of his unjust Death.
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It could not chuse but be very grievous to the Loving Jesus to see his own People, those whom he chiefly came to save,
It could not choose but be very grievous to the Loving jesus to see his own People, those whom he chiefly Come to save,
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Death alone could not satisfie their Rage, but they insist upon the bitterest and the vilest Death which they could think of.
Death alone could not satisfy their Rage, but they insist upon the Bitterest and the Vilest Death which they could think of.
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When Pilate asked them what he should do with Jesus they Cry out Crucifie him, Crucifie him.
When Pilate asked them what he should do with jesus they Cry out Crucify him, Crucify him.
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but they would not hear of this, but preferr'd Barabbas, who had been guilty of Sedition and Murder, before the excellent Jesus.
but they would not hear of this, but preferred Barabbas, who had been guilty of Sedition and Murder, before the excellent jesus.
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Then he would have releas'd him according to the Custom of releasing a Prisoner at the Feast of the Passover,
Then he would have released him according to the Custom of releasing a Prisoner At the Feast of the Passover,
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but not any Guilt in him, and therefore offer'd to release him as Innocent. This improv'd their Rage yet further.
but not any Gilded in him, and Therefore offered to release him as Innocent. This improved their Rage yet further.
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The Governour upon a strict Examination of his Case, saw indeed very plainly the Envy and Malice of his Enemies,
The Governor upon a strict Examination of his Case, saw indeed very plainly the Envy and Malice of his Enemies,
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and to him they fiercely accuse him of Crimes he abhorr'd.
and to him they fiercely accuse him of Crimes he abhorred.
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While their Rage was thus burning against him, they hurry him away to Pontius Pilate the Roman Governour,
While their Rage was thus burning against him, they hurry him away to Pontius Pilate the Roman Governor,
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Here we might have seen the good and the meek Jesus as a silent harmless Lamb in the midst of many Ravenous Wolves.
Here we might have seen the good and the meek jesus as a silent harmless Lamb in the midst of many Ravenous Wolves.
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and in contempt call him Christ, and bid him guess who it was that smote him.
and in contempt call him christ, and bid him guess who it was that smote him.
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They spit in his Face, they blindfold, and then buffet him from one to the other,
They spit in his Face, they blindfold, and then buffet him from one to the other,
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And now they treat him with the utmost rage and disdain; and but that they durst not, 'tis likely they would have beat him to Death:
And now they Treat him with the utmost rage and disdain; and but that they durst not, it's likely they would have beatrice him to Death:
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They at length drew from him a plain Confession who he was, and upon that condemn him as a Blasphemer.
They At length drew from him a plain Confessi who he was, and upon that condemn him as a Blasphemer.
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but he must suffer yet much worse than this.
but he must suffer yet much Worse than this.
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and here they suffer their Servants in their sight, to abuse and affront him before he could be convicted of any Crime, this was very hard measure,
and Here they suffer their Servants in their sighed, to abuse and affront him before he could be convicted of any Crime, this was very hard measure,
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and he silently hears himself revil'd and falsely accus'd of many things which could not be legally prov'd;
and he silently hears himself reviled and falsely accused of many things which could not be legally proved;
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They seek for Witnesses and Accusations against him, that they might have a Pretence to murder him;
They seek for Witnesses and Accusations against him, that they might have a Pretence to murder him;
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And here the Guilty accuse the Innocent; the base set themselves above the Honourable, and Subjects sit in Judgment on their King.
And Here the Guilty accuse the Innocent; the base Set themselves above the Honourable, and Subject's fit in Judgement on their King.
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When it was day the Chief Priests and Scribes assembled their Bloody Council, and brought the innocent Jesus before them.
When it was day the Chief Priests and Scribes assembled their Bloody Council, and brought the innocent jesus before them.
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and pleased them so much the more by how much the worse they treated him.
and pleased them so much the more by how much the Worse they treated him.
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having the Temptation to do so, of thinking they approv'd themselves therein to their envious and malicious Masters,
having the Temptation to do so, of thinking they approved themselves therein to their envious and malicious Masters,
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who doubtless used him ill enough;
who doubtless used him ill enough;
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He was all Night in the hands of the rude Soldiers and the Officious Servants of the Chief Priests:
He was all Night in the hands of the rude Soldiers and the Officious Servants of the Chief Priests:
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but all the rest of his Disciples in a manner follow'd Judas, and betray'd him too.
but all the rest of his Disciples in a manner followed Judas, and betrayed him too.
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None of those who had been the Witnesses of his harmless and Beneficent Life had now the Courage and Kindness to appear for him and testifie this;
None of those who had been the Witnesses of his harmless and Beneficent Life had now the Courage and Kindness to appear for him and testify this;
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He was left alone in the hands of his Enemies, and had no Friend by, to Pity and Comfort him:
He was left alone in the hands of his Enemies, and had no Friend by, to Pity and Comfort him:
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Then we must believe it was another Grief to him, to see that soon after he was Apprehended all his Disciples forsook him and fled.
Then we must believe it was Another Grief to him, to see that soon After he was Apprehended all his Disciples forsook him and fled.
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Are ye come out as against a Thief (says he) with Swords and Staves to take me?
are you come out as against a Thief (Says he) with Swords and Staves to take me?
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and this he takes notice of to those who came to apprehend him.
and this he Takes notice of to those who Come to apprehend him.
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and spent his whole Life in doing good to be now reckon'd a Malefactor, and dealt with as a mischievous and dangerous Person;
and spent his Whole Life in doing good to be now reckoned a Malefactor, and dealt with as a mischievous and dangerous Person;
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and mine own familiar Friend, as one Translation very fitly renders the 13th. Verse. Next to this it was another Grief to him, who had lived in perfect Innocence,
and mine own familiar Friend, as one translation very fitly renders the 13th. Verse. Next to this it was Another Grief to him, who had lived in perfect Innocence,
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David, a Type of Christ in many things, and perhaps in this also, sadly complains of such a thing when he suffer'd somewhat like it, in Psal. 55.12, 13, 14. Verses, It was even thou my Companion, my Guide,
David, a Type of christ in many things, and perhaps in this also, sadly complains of such a thing when he suffered somewhat like it, in Psalm 55.12, 13, 14. Verses, It was even thou my Companion, my Guide,
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and whom he had perhaps honour'd with the Power to work Miracles in his Name, to be betray'd by a Person so much oblig'd into the hands of his Enemies must needs be a very sensible Grief to him.
and whom he had perhaps honoured with the Power to work Miracles in his Name, to be betrayed by a Person so much obliged into the hands of his Enemies must needs be a very sensible Grief to him.
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One whom he had favour'd with his Divine Instructions; had sometime fed and maintain'd as a Member of his Family;
One whom he had favoured with his Divine Instructions; had sometime fed and maintained as a Member of his Family;
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and Guide to those who came to apprehend him. One whom he had made his Companion, and used him as a Friend.
and Guide to those who Come to apprehend him. One whom he had made his Companion, and used him as a Friend.
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The next Grief he met with we may justly reckon to be that he saw Judas the Leader,
The next Grief he met with we may justly reckon to be that he saw Judas the Leader,
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and let us follow him in this Dolorous Progress with our admiring and passionate Meditations.
and let us follow him in this Dolorous Progress with our admiring and passionate Meditations.
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while he made his Soul, or Life, an Offering and Sacrifice for Sin. But from the Fear of this he went to the Feeling of it,
while he made his Soul, or Life, an Offering and Sacrifice for Sin. But from the fear of this he went to the Feeling of it,
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and that could be nothing else but the heavy Terrors of Almighty Wrath, which he must undergo in dying,
and that could be nothing Else but the heavy Terrors of Almighty Wrath, which he must undergo in dying,
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humane Nature was not able to bear them without a Supernatural Assistance. It must be something more than Death which he so feared;
humane Nature was not able to bear them without a Supernatural Assistance. It must be something more than Death which he so feared;
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There was to be something so terrible in that Death, that the Fears of it almost kill'd him;
There was to be something so terrible in that Death, that the Fears of it almost killed him;
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From whence we may suppose it was only a lively Apprehension of the Death which he was going to die, that made so mighty an Impression upon him.
From whence we may suppose it was only a lively Apprehension of the Death which he was going to die, that made so mighty an Impression upon him.
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Only we may perhaps guess at it by those Words which fell from him, Father if it be possible let this Cup pass from me:
Only we may perhaps guess At it by those Words which fell from him, Father if it be possible let this Cup pass from me:
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The cause of all this was inward and best known to himself:
The cause of all this was inward and best known to himself:
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And so sharp and violent was this Agony, that it forced from his Body, in great drops, a Sweat of Blood.
And so sharp and violent was this Agony, that it forced from his Body, in great drops, a Sweat of Blood.
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and his Passion with his Life had ended here.
and his Passion with his Life had ended Here.
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In this Condition he needed an Angel to Comfort him, or else perhaps he had fail'd under it,
In this Condition he needed an Angel to Comfort him, or Else perhaps he had failed under it,
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as we speak, and brought him even to the Point of Death.
as we speak, and brought him even to the Point of Death.
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An excessive Load of Anxiety and Trouble came upon him which sunk his Spirits, and almost broke his Heart,
an excessive Load of Anxiety and Trouble Come upon him which sunk his Spirits, and almost broke his Heart,
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and saying, My Soul is exceeding sorrowful even unto Death.
and saying, My Soul is exceeding sorrowful even unto Death.
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These Sufferings of his last and dying Passion, we may reckon had their beginning in the Garden of Gethsemane. There we find him complaining,
These Sufferings of his last and dying Passion, we may reckon had their beginning in the Garden of Gethsemane. There we find him complaining,
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or the grievous Sufferings which attended it, in a brief Summary of what the Four Evangelists have told us concerning it.
or the grievous Sufferings which attended it, in a brief Summary of what the Four Evangelists have told us Concerning it.
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In the first Place, let us observe and represent to our selves at this time the sad Circumstances of our Saviour's Death,
In the First Place, let us observe and represent to our selves At this time the sad circumstances of our Saviour's Death,
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3. I shall shew what are the Reasons and Ends of his Sufferings and Death. 4. Suggest the due Use and Improvement of these things.
3. I shall show what Are the Reasons and Ends of his Sufferings and Death. 4. Suggest the due Use and Improvement of these things.
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2. I shall make it appear, that the Messiah or Christ was to suffer and die according to the Prophecies concerning him in the Old Testament.
2. I shall make it appear, that the Messiah or christ was to suffer and die according to the Prophecies Concerning him in the Old Testament.
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1. I shall represent the sad Circumstances of our Saviour's Death, or the very grievous Sufferings which attended it, which the Apostle includes in saying, he suffer'd the Death of the Cross.
1. I shall represent the sad circumstances of our Saviour's Death, or the very grievous Sufferings which attended it, which the Apostle includes in saying, he suffered the Death of the Cross.
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I shall insist therefore upon these following Heads of Discourse on this Subject.
I shall insist Therefore upon these following Heads of Discourse on this Subject.
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He was obedient unto Death, even the Death of the Cross: And this deserves to be very particularly observ'd.
He was obedient unto Death, even the Death of the Cross: And this deserves to be very particularly observed.
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The Apostle in the Text expresses his Death, and the sort of Death which he died, which adds much to the Abasement of it:
The Apostle in the Text Expresses his Death, and the sort of Death which he died, which adds much to the Abasement of it:
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I shall desire may at this time employ our Meditations, and Wonder, and Praise.
I shall desire may At this time employ our Meditations, and Wonder, and Praise.
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and became obedient unto Death, even the Death of the Cross. This lowest degree of our Blessed Saviour's Abasement and Condescension to save us;
and became obedient unto Death, even the Death of the Cross. This lowest degree of our Blessed Saviour's Abasement and Condescension to save us;
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and lowest, degree of his Condescension to save us, His laying down his Life for us, and says, Being found in Fashion as a Man, he humbled himself,
and lowest, degree of his Condescension to save us, His laying down his Life for us, and Says, Being found in Fashion as a Man, he humbled himself,
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and condescended so low as to unite himself into one Person with the humane Nature which he took of the Virgin Mary. And then in our Text he mentions this other,
and condescended so low as to unite himself into one Person with the humane Nature which he took of the Virgae Marry. And then in our Text he mentions this other,
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and was made in the likeness of a Man. He veil'd all this Glory, as it were,
and was made in the likeness of a Man. He veiled all this Glory, as it were,
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This Person he says in the 7th verse, Made himself of no Reputation, and took upon him the form of a Servant,
This Person he Says in the 7th verse, Made himself of no Reputation, and took upon him the from of a Servant,
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He is so the Son of God as to have deriv'd from the Father all the Excellency and Glory of the Divine Nature to a perfect Equality herein with the Father.
He is so the Son of God as to have derived from the Father all the Excellency and Glory of the Divine Nature to a perfect Equality herein with the Father.
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As the Holy Scripture frequently mentions those two Things, so they are what the Apostle insists on in this Discourse of which our Text is a Part. Of Jesus Christ mention'd in the 5th. verse, He says in the 6th, He being in the form of God thought it not Robbery to be equal with God;
As the Holy Scripture frequently mentions those two Things, so they Are what the Apostle insists on in this Discourse of which our Text is a Part. Of jesus christ mentioned in the 5th. verse, He Says in the 6th, He being in the from of God Thought it not Robbery to be equal with God;
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These are the Things which advance the Work of Redemption so high, and make it so great and glorious an Obligation.
These Are the Things which advance the Work of Redemption so high, and make it so great and glorious an Obligation.
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that is, his laying down his Life for us.
that is, his laying down his Life for us.
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The latter in mentioning the very low and wonderful Condescension of this glorious Person, whom it calls God, that he might accomplish our Redemption;
The latter in mentioning the very low and wondered Condescension of this glorious Person, whom it calls God, that he might accomplish our Redemption;
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The former in representing the Excellency and Dignity of the Person who became our Redeemer, that it was the only begotten Son of God:
The former in representing the Excellency and Dignity of the Person who became our Redeemer, that it was the only begotten Son of God:
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And these two Scriptures let us know what it is which so mightily enhances this:
And these two Scriptures let us know what it is which so mightily enhances this:
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Again 'tis said, Hereby perceive we the Love of God, because he laid down his Life for us, 1 Joh. 3.16. In this the Love of God has eminently appear'd, this instance of it out-shines all the rest.
Again it's said, Hereby perceive we the Love of God, Because he laid down his Life for us, 1 John 3.16. In this the Love of God has eminently appeared, this instance of it outshines all the rest.
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and that we are more beholden to God for this than for any thing else.
and that we Are more beholden to God for this than for any thing Else.
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God so loved the World that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in him should not perish but have everlasting Life, Joh. 3.16. where this is mention'd without a Parallel instance to intimate that it has not such a one;
God so loved the World that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in him should not perish but have everlasting Life, John 3.16. where this is mentioned without a Parallel instance to intimate that it has not such a one;
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or that we should receive our greatest Obligations from a Creature. This instance of Favour therefore is spoken of thus in the Sacred Writings.
or that we should receive our greatest Obligations from a Creature. This instance of Favour Therefore is spoken of thus in the Sacred Writings.
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so neither was it fit, if it could have been, that the greatest and most glorious Work should be committed to a Creature,
so neither was it fit, if it could have been, that the greatest and most glorious Work should be committed to a Creature,
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nor so much Wisdom to help in a desperate Case as in the All-wise God;
nor so much Wisdom to help in a desperate Case as in the Alwise God;
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And as there cannot be so great Good-will in any Creature as in the infinite Goodness,
And as there cannot be so great Goodwill in any Creature as in the infinite goodness,
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Justly therefore do they ascribe this entirely to God:
Justly Therefore do they ascribe this entirely to God:
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THE Holy Scriptures represent the Redemption of the World by our Lord Jesus Christ, as the greatest instance of Favour that ever was afforded to Mankind.
THE Holy Scriptures represent the Redemption of the World by our Lord jesus christ, as the greatest instance of Favour that ever was afforded to Mankind.
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even the Death of the Cross.
even the Death of the Cross.
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And being found in Fashion as a Man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto Death,
And being found in Fashion as a Man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto Death,
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Phil. 2.8.
Philip 2.8.
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Now to God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Glory world without End, Amen.
Now to God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Glory world without End, Amen.
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Which God of his Infinite Mercy grant us to do, through the Merits of his most Precious Blood.
Which God of his Infinite Mercy grant us to do, through the Merits of his most Precious Blood.
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and if we so suffer with him now, we shall hereafter Reign with him.
and if we so suffer with him now, we shall hereafter Reign with him.
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and is now set down at the Right-hand of God. Let us consider the Pattern he has set us and imitate him in our Sufferings,
and is now Set down At the Right-hand of God. Let us Consider the Pattern he has Set us and imitate him in our Sufferings,
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Let us then, as the Apostle advises, Look unto Jesus the Authour and Finisher of our Faith, who for the Joy that was set before him endur'd the Cross and despised the Shame,
Let us then, as the Apostle advises, Look unto jesus the Author and Finisher of our Faith, who for the Joy that was Set before him endured the Cross and despised the Shame,
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In the steady Exercise of these Vertues we shall please him, and sure we should strive to please him who has so much Love to us.
In the steady Exercise of these Virtues we shall please him, and sure we should strive to please him who has so much Love to us.
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We must expect in that Case he will one day say to us, Depart from me I know you not ye Workers of Iniquity.
We must expect in that Case he will one day say to us, Depart from me I know you not the Workers of Iniquity.
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or that we can ever approve our selves to him and yet not resemble him.
or that we can ever approve our selves to him and yet not resemble him.
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Let us consider it is not to be imagin'd, he can love those who are not like him;
Let us Consider it is not to be imagined, he can love those who Are not like him;
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and that we shall have no Interest in the Merits of his Cross if we will not bear our own.
and that we shall have no Interest in the Merits of his Cross if we will not bear our own.
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but we may reckon it a necessary Condition of our Salvation;
but we may reckon it a necessary Condition of our Salvation;
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It is not, then, an indifferent thing whether we conform to him in the Practice of these Vertues or no;
It is not, then, an indifferent thing whither we conform to him in the Practice of these Virtues or no;
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And again, he that will be my Disciple let him deny himself, and take up his Cross and follow me.
And again, he that will be my Disciple let him deny himself, and take up his Cross and follow me.
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He says to his Disciples, Learn of me for I am meek and lowly in heart:
He Says to his Disciples, Learn of me for I am meek and lowly in heart:
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These things should we observe, and in these we ought to imitate the Blessed Jesus. Let us consider that he requires our Imitation of him in these things.
These things should we observe, and in these we ought to imitate the Blessed jesus. Let us Consider that he requires our Imitation of him in these things.
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Such a Pattern should make us ready to die for his sake, if we are call'd to it, since he died for us.
Such a Pattern should make us ready to die for his sake, if we Are called to it, since he died for us.
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Should we, after this, love none but our selves? Such a Pattern should make us ready if need be to suffer much Inconvenience for the great Advantage of the Community we live in, or of a private Neighbour.
Should we, After this, love none but our selves? Such a Pattern should make us ready if need be to suffer much Inconvenience for the great Advantage of the Community we live in, or of a private Neighbour.
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This sure will be thought an amazing Charity! How should such a Love even transform us into Love!
This sure will be Thought an amazing Charity! How should such a Love even transform us into Love!
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He became a Sacrifice for Sin to merit our Pardon, and died to give us an immortal Life.
He became a Sacrifice for since to merit our Pardon, and died to give us an immortal Life.
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and crown us with Diadems of Glory.
and crown us with Diadems of Glory.
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He was crown'd with Thorns and cloath'd with a contemptible Purple to cloath us with Robes of Righteousness,
He was crowned with Thorns and clothed with a contemptible Purple to cloth us with Robes of Righteousness,
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He was scourged that by his Stripes we might be healed:
He was scourged that by his Stripes we might be healed:
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That he endur'd all these bitter things for us Men and for our Salvation. He was bound that the Bonds of our iniquity might be loosed!
That he endured all these bitter things for us Men and for our Salvation. He was bound that the Bonds of our iniquity might be loosed!
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But the great Glory of our Saviour's Charity lies in this, that he suffer'd for those by whom he suffer'd!
But the great Glory of our Saviour's Charity lies in this, that he suffered for those by whom he suffered!
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To return Good for Evil, to bless them that curse us, and to pray for them that despitefully use and persecute us.
To return Good for Evil, to bless them that curse us, and to pray for them that despitefully use and persecute us.
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This Behavishould teach us never to lose our Charity, however we may be abused:
This Behavishould teach us never to loose our Charity, however we may be abused:
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When he was on the Cross, with some of his last Breath, he pray'd for them who crucified him, Father forgive them they know not what they do.
When he was on the Cross, with Some of his last Breath, he prayed for them who Crucified him, Father forgive them they know not what they do.
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He heal'd the Ear of one that came to apprehend him, and wrought a Miracle to do him Kindness, who was an Instrument of his Death.
He healed the Ear of one that Come to apprehend him, and wrought a Miracle to do him Kindness, who was an Instrument of his Death.
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when he suffer'd he did not threaten;
when he suffered he did not threaten;
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He endur'd the greatest Affronts and Abuses without returning any: When he was revil'd he revil'd not again;
He endured the greatest Affronts and Abuses without returning any: When he was reviled he reviled not again;
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Lastly, in our Saviour's Sufferings and Death we may observe a glorious Charity, and we should learn to practise this also in our Afflictions.
Lastly, in our Saviour's Sufferings and Death we may observe a glorious Charity, and we should Learn to practise this also in our Afflictions.
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With such Thoughts we may arm our selves with Patience under all Adversity.
With such Thoughts we may arm our selves with Patience under all Adversity.
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Is it a very hard thing to be insulted over in my Affliction? To be scorn'd in my Misery? This also Jesus endur'd.
Is it a very hard thing to be insulted over in my Affliction? To be scorned in my Misery? This also jesus endured.
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Is it grievous to see an Inferiour preferr'd to any Favour or Dignity before me? I may see the vile Barabbas, an Incendiary and a Murtherer preferr'd before the Excellent Jesus.
Is it grievous to see an Inferior preferred to any Favour or Dignity before me? I may see the vile Barabbas, an Incendiary and a Murderer preferred before the Excellent jesus.
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Is bodily Pain the thing I cannot bear? This he endur'd in a very severe Measure.
Is bodily Pain the thing I cannot bear? This he endured in a very severe Measure.
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Is Reproach and false Accusation grievous to me? The most innocent Jesus was revil'd and number'd among the vilest Transgressours.
Is Reproach and false Accusation grievous to me? The most innocent jesus was reviled and numbered among the Vilest Transgressors.
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Am I deserted by those I have oblig'd? Am I ungratefully used? So was he.
Am I deserted by those I have obliged? Am I ungratefully used? So was he.
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Am I poor? Jesus had but a few Garments to leave behind him, and those were taken from him too.
Am I poor? jesus had but a few Garments to leave behind him, and those were taken from him too.
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We may say then to our selves to charm our Impatience;
We may say then to our selves to charm our Impatience;
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There is hardly any sort of Affliction we can endure but attended this his last Passion in the sharpest and highest Degrees of it.
There is hardly any sort of Affliction we can endure but attended this his last Passion in the Sharpest and highest Degrees of it.
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How tedious a thing his Enemies made it to him to die!
How tedious a thing his Enemies made it to him to die!
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We shall see his Patience if we consider what a Multitude of Afflictions invaded him together!
We shall see his Patience if we Consider what a Multitude of Afflictions invaded him together!
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Tho' he suffer'd too the sharpest things, tho' he suffer'd from Men unjustly and unworthily.
Though he suffered too the Sharpest things, though he suffered from Men unjustly and unworthily.
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We hear no murmurings against God; we see no Frowardness in his Carriage towards Men; he was not found in any unfit Endeavours to decline, or shake off his Sufferings.
We hear no murmurings against God; we see no Frowardness in his Carriage towards Men; he was not found in any unfit Endeavours to decline, or shake off his Sufferings.
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We may further observe in our Saviour's Sufferings and Death an invincible Patience, and should endeavour to imitate this in our Sufferings.
We may further observe in our Saviour's Sufferings and Death an invincible Patience, and should endeavour to imitate this in our Sufferings.
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It becomes me, then, should every Christian say to persevere in my Duty whatever it may cost me.
It becomes me, then, should every Christian say to persevere in my Duty whatever it may cost me.
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yet was he obedient unto Death even the Death of the Cross.
yet was he obedient unto Death even the Death of the Cross.
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Nothing can be made more uneasie to us than his Death was to him by such a long Train of Abuses and Afflictions as attended it;
Nothing can be made more uneasy to us than his Death was to him by such a long Train of Abuses and Afflictions as attended it;
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and neither murmur at this nor decline our Duty.
and neither murmur At this nor decline our Duty.
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When our Duty is made more than ordinary difficult or inconvenient to us by any adverse Circumstances, we should consider his steady Obedience,
When our Duty is made more than ordinary difficult or inconvenient to us by any adverse circumstances, we should Consider his steady obedience,
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When we would rather have any Affliction than this which God chuses for us, let us check our selves and say, his Will be done.
When we would rather have any Affliction than this which God chooses for us, let us check our selves and say, his Will be done.
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And when we would rather obey God in eminent Service than in submission to suffering, Let us say to him, Nevertheless not my Will but thine be done.
And when we would rather obey God in eminent Service than in submission to suffering, Let us say to him, Nevertheless not my Will but thine be done.
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Let us consider these things then:
Let us Consider these things then:
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The Apostle seems to put the Glory of his Obedience chiefly in this, that he died Even the Death of the Cross.
The Apostle seems to put the Glory of his obedience chiefly in this, that he died Even the Death of the Cross.
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It was the Father's Will he should die and should die an ignominious and accursed Death, yet he submits to it.
It was the Father's Will he should die and should die an ignominious and accursed Death, yet he submits to it.
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Yet he submitted to it and said, Nevertheless not my Will but thine be done.
Yet he submitted to it and said, Nevertheless not my Will but thine be done.
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And this he discover'd in saying Father if it be possible let this Cup pass from me.
And this he discovered in saying Father if it be possible let this Cup pass from me.
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It was against his Nature to endure what he was call'd to as much as any thing we suffer can be against ours:
It was against his Nature to endure what he was called to as much as any thing we suffer can be against ours:
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This appears in his yieiding to endure whatever it pleased the Father to lay upon him:
This appears in his yieiding to endure whatever it pleased the Father to lay upon him:
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Again, Let us observe our Saviour's Excellent Obedience in his Sufferings, and imitate this in our Afflictions.
Again, Let us observe our Saviour's Excellent obedience in his Sufferings, and imitate this in our Afflictions.
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when he has done so much of this? What Affliction, what Abasement can we justly think our selves too great or too good to bear!
when he has done so much of this? What Affliction, what Abasement can we justly think our selves too great or too good to bear!
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Should we be loath to abase and humble our selves a little for the Glory of God and the good of Men,
Should we be loath to abase and humble our selves a little for the Glory of God and the good of Men,
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After this how shameful and base a thing is all our Pride!
After this how shameful and base a thing is all our Pride!
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What an Example of Humility and Condescension was here! He neglected as it were all his Greatness to honour the Father, and save us.
What an Exampl of Humility and Condescension was Here! He neglected as it were all his Greatness to honour the Father, and save us.
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The Lord of Life and Glory was crucified, and he who only hath Immortality laid down his Life.
The Lord of Life and Glory was Crucified, and he who only hath Immortality laid down his Life.
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He who is Judge of all the World might have been seen standing at the Tribunal of his Subjects:
He who is Judge of all the World might have been seen standing At the Tribunal of his Subject's:
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and to have the Homage paid him in Mockery. From the Adoration of Angels he humbled himself to suffer the Contempt of Men.
and to have the Homage paid him in Mockery. From the Adoration of Angels he humbled himself to suffer the Contempt of Men.
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He who is really a mighty King suffer'd himself to be called such in Contempt and Scorn,
He who is really a mighty King suffered himself to be called such in Contempt and Scorn,
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He to whom all Honour and Glory is due, humbled himself to be of no Reputation.
He to whom all Honour and Glory is due, humbled himself to be of no Reputation.
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Of whom we may, after the Holy Scripture, speak thus;
Of whom we may, After the Holy Scripture, speak thus;
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We shall see and cannot chuse but admire this, if we consider the great Dignity and Excellency of his Person.
We shall see and cannot choose but admire this, if we Consider the great Dignity and Excellency of his Person.
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We may easily observe in his Sufferings and Death a most wonderful Humility, and Condescension.
We may Easily observe in his Sufferings and Death a most wondered Humility, and Condescension.
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Let us observe how gloriously these were exercised by him, and always endeavour to exercise them too in our Sufferings.
Let us observe how gloriously these were exercised by him, and always endeavour to exercise them too in our Sufferings.
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He humbled himself (says he) and became obedient unto Death: To these we may add two more, namely, Patience and Charity.
He humbled himself (Says he) and became obedient unto Death: To these we may add two more, namely, Patience and Charity.
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We may observe that the Apostle takes notice of two in the Text, which are Humility and Obedience.
We may observe that the Apostle Takes notice of two in the Text, which Are Humility and obedience.
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and to imitate them as well as we can in all our Sufferings and Afflictions.
and to imitate them as well as we can in all our Sufferings and Afflictions.
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3. We ought to consider the Vertues which were exercised by our Saviour in his Sufferings and Death,
3. We ought to Consider the Virtues which were exercised by our Saviour in his Sufferings and Death,
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And if by patient Continuance in well-doing we seek for Glory, Honour, and Immortality, we shall obtain Eternal Life.
And if by patient Continuance in welldoing we seek for Glory, Honour, and Immortality, we shall obtain Eternal Life.
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If we seek first the Kingdom of God and the Righteousness thereof, all other things shall be added to us.
If we seek First the Kingdom of God and the Righteousness thereof, all other things shall be added to us.
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If we hunger and thirst after Righteousness we shall be filled.
If we hunger and thirst After Righteousness we shall be filled.
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And let us assure our selves that if we seek the Pardon of our greatest Sins for his sake we shall obtain it.
And let us assure our selves that if we seek the Pardon of our greatest Sins for his sake we shall obtain it.
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Let us honour, then, the sufficiency of our Saviour's Merits and Death by seeking and expecting to be receiv'd into Favour with God upon our Repentance.
Let us honour, then, the sufficiency of our Saviour's Merits and Death by seeking and expecting to be received into Favour with God upon our Repentance.
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how shall he not with him also freely give us all things.
how shall he not with him also freely give us all things.
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And we may draw from thence the Conclusion which the Apostle makes having given us his Son,
And we may draw from thence the Conclusion which the Apostle makes having given us his Son,
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And since God the Father gave his only begotten Son to die for us, we cannot doubt but whosoever believes in him shall not perish but have Everlasting Life.
And since God the Father gave his only begotten Son to die for us, we cannot doubt but whosoever believes in him shall not perish but have Everlasting Life.
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And since he has so dearly purchas'd he must needs be ready to bestow them.
And since he has so dearly purchased he must needs be ready to bestow them.
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We may conclude from his giving himself to die for us that the Son of God is willing that all who seek them should be partakers in the Merits of his Death:
We may conclude from his giving himself to die for us that the Son of God is willing that all who seek them should be partakers in the Merits of his Death:
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and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
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And the Apostle says, If we confess our Sins, that is in true Repentance for them, he is faithful and just to forgive us our Sins,
And the Apostle Says, If we confess our Sins, that is in true Repentance for them, he is faithful and just to forgive us our Sins,
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And now the Scripture speaks of it as a just thing with God to justifie them that believe in Jesus:
And now the Scripture speaks of it as a just thing with God to justify them that believe in jesus:
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Hereupon God has promised the Pardon of sin to all, that with hearty Repentance and true Faith turn unto him.
Hereupon God has promised the Pardon of since to all, that with hearty Repentance and true Faith turn unto him.
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than if all Mankind had died for their own Sins.
than if all Mankind had died for their own Sins.
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A more valuable and honourable Satisfaction for the sins of Men is made to the Divine Justice and Government by the Death of Christ in our stead,
A more valuable and honourable Satisfaction for the Sins of Men is made to the Divine justice and Government by the Death of christ in our stead,
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so we ought to believe the Sufficiency of this Sacrifice to attone for our Sins, and accordingly to relie upon it.
so we ought to believe the Sufficiency of this Sacrifice to atone for our Sins, and accordingly to rely upon it.
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As we ought not approach the great God, whom we have so heinously offended by our Sins, without a great Sense of our Guilt and unworthiness of the least of his Mercies;
As we ought not approach the great God, whom we have so heinously offended by our Sins, without a great Sense of our Gilded and unworthiness of the least of his mercies;
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2. The Death of Jesus Christ being consider'd as a Sacrifice for Sin may justly encourage our Faith to hope and seek for all Necessary Favour and Mercy from God.
2. The Death of jesus christ being considered as a Sacrifice for since may justly encourage our Faith to hope and seek for all Necessary Favour and Mercy from God.
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and as befalling him for our Sake, and while he was seeking our Welfare; which surely ought to melt us into the most passionate Grief.
and as befalling him for our Sake, and while he was seeking our Welfare; which surely ought to melt us into the most passionate Grief.
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So that we must look upon all this as having been suffer'd by our best Friend,
So that we must look upon all this as having been suffered by our best Friend,
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He could not be forced to endure thus much, but he willingly undertook it. His mighty Love constrained him:
He could not be forced to endure thus much, but he willingly undertook it. His mighty Love constrained him:
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Especially since we may consider too, that it was not our Sins without his Love that brought him to all this!
Especially since we may Consider too, that it was not our Sins without his Love that brought him to all this!
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And surely this should cost us a great deal of Grief for our Sins.
And surely this should cost us a great deal of Grief for our Sins.
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It was my Sins which tore the Flesh, which poured out the Blood, and tormented the Soul of Jesus my Saviour.
It was my Sins which tore the Flesh, which poured out the Blood, and tormented the Soul of jesus my Saviour.
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I crown'd, then, that Sacred Head with sharp Thorns; I pierced his Blessed Hands and Feet, and fastned them to the Cross.
I crowned, then, that Sacred Head with sharp Thorns; I pierced his Blessed Hands and Feet, and fastened them to the Cross.
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It was not the barbarous Jews alone that Crucified the Blessed Jesus, but my more barbarous Sins were helpers in the Mischief.
It was not the barbarous jews alone that crucified the Blessed jesus, but my more barbarous Sins were helpers in the Mischief.
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And since the Messiah was cut off not for himself but for us; every Sinner may justly say to himself hereupon:
And since the Messiah was Cut off not for himself but for us; every Sinner may justly say to himself hereupon:
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And from the great hatred and displeasure of Almighty God against them, so remarkably discover'd herein, we may justly learn to hate them too.
And from the great hatred and displeasure of Almighty God against them, so remarkably discovered herein, we may justly Learn to hate them too.
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Therefore when he had taken our Nature, he was forced to die a Sacrifice for our Sins, that he might make an Attonement for us.
Therefore when he had taken our Nature, he was forced to die a Sacrifice for our Sins, that he might make an Atonement for us.
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Herein we may see there is so great Affront and Indignity offer'd the great God by the Sins of Men, that he did not think it for his Honour to grant the Pardon of them to his only begotton Son without his undergoing some Penalty and Suffering for them:
Herein we may see there is so great Affront and Indignity offered the great God by the Sins of Men, that he did not think it for his Honour to grant the Pardon of them to his only begotton Son without his undergoing Some Penalty and Suffering for them:
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1. The Consideration of these Things should move us to a hearty and unfeigned Repentance for all our Sins.
1. The Consideration of these Things should move us to a hearty and unfeigned Repentance for all our Sins.
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In doing which I shall confine my self to mention briefly those things which are necessary to us, to make us Partakers of that Happiness which the Passion and Death of our Saviour are design'd to bring us to.
In doing which I shall confine my self to mention briefly those things which Are necessary to us, to make us Partakers of that Happiness which the Passion and Death of our Saviour Are designed to bring us to.
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I shall now in the last Place suggest the use and Improvement which we ought to make of this important Truth.
I shall now in the last Place suggest the use and Improvement which we ought to make of this important Truth.
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I might add a multitude of places more to the same purpose, but I hope it is needless.
I might add a multitude of places more to the same purpose, but I hope it is needless.
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And we shall find every where there, that when 'tis said a Man shall bear his Iniquity, it is meant he should suffer for his Iniquity, particularly, Levit. 20. Therefore when 'tis said of Jesus, He bore our sins, it must mean he suffer'd for our sins.
And we shall find every where there, that when it's said a Man shall bear his Iniquity, it is meant he should suffer for his Iniquity, particularly, Levit. 20. Therefore when it's said of jesus, He boar our Sins, it must mean he suffered for our Sins.
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The Scripture says, He was made Sin for us who knew no Sin, 2 Cor. 5.21. which can mean no less than that he became an Offering and Sacrifice for Sin. And the Apostle Peter says, He bore our Sins in his own Body on the Tree, that is, on the Cross, 1 Pet. 2.24. Which without doubt is an Expression taken from the Old Testament, and must be understood as it is there used.
The Scripture Says, He was made since for us who knew no since, 2 Cor. 5.21. which can mean no less than that he became an Offering and Sacrifice for Sin. And the Apostle Peter Says, He boar our Sins in his own Body on the Tree, that is, on the Cross, 1 Pet. 2.24. Which without doubt is an Expression taken from the Old Testament, and must be understood as it is there used.
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And what a sort of Sacrifice he was, appears by St. John, 1 Joh. 2.2. He is the Propitiation for our Sins.
And what a sort of Sacrifice he was, appears by Saint John, 1 John 2.2. He is the Propitiation for our Sins.
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In the New Testament also we may see this given, as the Reason and Design of the Death of Jesus. In Heb. 9.26. the Apostle says of him, He hath appear'd once in the end of the World, to put away Sin by the Sacrifice of himself:
In the New Testament also we may see this given, as the Reason and Design of the Death of jesus. In Hebrew 9.26. the Apostle Says of him, He hath appeared once in the end of the World, to put away since by the Sacrifice of himself:
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And that he should make his Soul, or Life, an Offering for Sin. Thus we may see that the Old Testament foretells the Death of the Messiah as a Sacrifice for Sin.
And that he should make his Soul, or Life, an Offering for Sin. Thus we may see that the Old Testament foretells the Death of the Messiah as a Sacrifice for Sin.
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All we like Sheep have gone astray, and God hath laid on him the Iniquity of us all:
All we like Sheep have gone astray, and God hath laid on him the Iniquity of us all:
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and by his stripes we are healed:
and by his stripes we Are healed:
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Again he says, He was wounded for our Transgressions, he was bruised for our Iniquities, the Chastisement of our Peace was upon him,
Again he Says, He was wounded for our Transgressions, he was Bruised for our Iniquities, the Chastisement of our Peace was upon him,
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Which shews that he was to take away our Griefs by Suffering them himself.
Which shows that he was to take away our Griefs by Suffering them himself.
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Again, the Prophet Isaiah in Chap. 53. speaking of the Death of the Messiah says in a Prophetick way, He bore our Griefs, he carried our sorrows, and in doing this we should esteem him stricken, smitten of God and afflicted:
Again, the Prophet Isaiah in Chap. 53. speaking of the Death of the Messiah Says in a Prophetic Way, He boar our Griefs, he carried our sorrows, and in doing this we should esteem him stricken, smitten of God and afflicted:
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as a Second Adam, which should never fail as that of the first Adam had done.
as a Second Adam, which should never fail as that of the First Adam had done.
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To attone for the Sins of Men, and to be a Head and Spring of Righteousness and Holiness,
To atone for the Sins of Men, and to be a Head and Spring of Righteousness and Holiness,
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The Prophecies I shall mention are those of Daniel and Isaiah: The Prophet Daniel says in Chap. 9th. Ver. 26. The Messiah should be cut off but not for himself, and in 24th. he says the end of his coming should be to make Reconciliation for Iniquity, and bring in everlasting Righteousness.
The Prophecies I shall mention Are those of daniel and Isaiah: The Prophet daniel Says in Chap. 9th. Ver. 26. The Messiah should be Cut off but not for himself, and in 24th. he Says the end of his coming should be to make Reconciliation for Iniquity, and bring in everlasting Righteousness.
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and this is said of the Death of Jesus in the New one.
and this is said of the Death of jesus in the New one.
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To produce the greater Evidence of this in Scripture I shall shew, this is what was Prophesied concerning the Death of the Messiah in the Old Testament,
To produce the greater Evidence of this in Scripture I shall show, this is what was Prophesied Concerning the Death of the Messiah in the Old Testament,
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and way is made that the Pardon of our Sins might be consistent with the Honour of God.
and Way is made that the Pardon of our Sins might be consistent with the Honour of God.
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This is the great Propitiatory Sacrifice for our Sins whereby God is reconcil'd to Men,
This is the great Propitiatory Sacrifice for our Sins whereby God is reconciled to Men,
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2. But it must be also said, as the Scripture teaches us, that the Death of Jesus was a Sacrifice and Propitiation for the Sins of Men.
2. But it must be also said, as the Scripture Teaches us, that the Death of jesus was a Sacrifice and Propitiation for the Sins of Men.
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In great Kindness to us therefore has he given us a most Glorious example of vertuous and Patient Suffering.
In great Kindness to us Therefore has he given us a most Glorious Exampl of virtuous and Patient Suffering.
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and that there is nothing we are more unwilling and awkward to learn than the Suffering Vertues.
and that there is nothing we Are more unwilling and awkward to Learn than the Suffering Virtues.
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He knows also how backward and averse we are to bear Affliction even when we have pull'd it upon our selves,
He knows also how backward and averse we Are to bear Affliction even when we have pulled it upon our selves,
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And this, too, like every other instance of Duty, he knows we are better taught by an Example than any other way:
And this, too, like every other instance of Duty, he knows we Are better taught by an Exampl than any other Way:
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that Man is born to trouble, and therefore, as the Apostle says, Heb. 10.36. We have need of Patience that after we have done the Will of God we might receive the Promise.
that Man is born to trouble, and Therefore, as the Apostle Says, Hebrew 10.36. We have need of Patience that After we have done the Will of God we might receive the Promise.
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that our Sin and Folly had brought Misery and Affliction into the World, and we could not fail to meet with a great deal of it;
that our since and Folly had brought Misery and Affliction into the World, and we could not fail to meet with a great deal of it;
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He saw our learning this to be as necessary to our Salvation as any thing else;
He saw our learning this to be as necessary to our Salvation as any thing Else;
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than it is that he should love us so much as he did.
than it is that he should love us so much as he did.
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And it is not any more a Wonder that he should suffer so much to teach us to suffer,
And it is not any more a Wonder that he should suffer so much to teach us to suffer,
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Christ also suffer'd for us (says he) leaving us an example that we should follow his steps.
christ also suffered for us (Says he) leaving us an Exampl that we should follow his steps.
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and at the same time applying them to promote the Patience and Meekness of Christians under their Sufferings.
and At the same time applying them to promote the Patience and Meekness of Christians under their Sufferings.
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Where we may see the Apostle giving this as the main Reason of his Sufferings,
Where we may see the Apostle giving this as the main Reason of his Sufferings,
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But to prove this sufficiently and fully by one Scripture I shall direct you to 1 Pet. 2.21.
But to prove this sufficiently and Fully by one Scripture I shall Direct you to 1 Pet. 2.21.
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as he was, who will usually value and respect none but those, or those most, who get to themselves much of the Honours and Dignities or Wealth of this World.
as he was, who will usually valve and respect none but those, or those most, who get to themselves much of the Honours and Dignities or Wealth of this World.
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And that, though we should expose our selves thereby to the Contempt and Neglect of Men,
And that, though we should expose our selves thereby to the Contempt and Neglect of Men,
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when he calls us, to part with, or to want any thing of it; to abandon all for his sake, and so go forth to him:
when he calls us, to part with, or to want any thing of it; to abandon all for his sake, and so go forth to him:
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let us wean and withdraw our selves from the World in heart and affection, and be ready,
let us wean and withdraw our selves from the World in heart and affection, and be ready,
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as if there were nothing else to be minded in it he adds Verse 13th. Let us go forth therefore unto him without the Camp bearing his reproach. That is;
as if there were nothing Else to be minded in it he adds Verse 13th. Let us go forth Therefore unto him without the Camp bearing his reproach. That is;
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To let us know that we are not to look upon his Death as only a Sacrifice for Sin,
To let us know that we Are not to look upon his Death as only a Sacrifice for since,
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as the Offerings for Sin among the Jews had been burnt without the Camp in the Wilderness:
as the Offerings for since among the jews had been burned without the Camp in the Wilderness:
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Again in Chap. 13. having spoken of his Suffering without the City in his Death,
Again in Chap. 13. having spoken of his Suffering without the city in his Death,
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And Consider him that endur'd such Contradiction of Sinners lest ye be wearied and faint in your Minds, Verse 2d. We may see plainly by the following Discourse, that he Encourages Christians to endure Afflictions by the Sufferings of Jesus.
And Consider him that endured such Contradiction of Sinners lest you be wearied and faint in your Minds, Verse 2d. We may see plainly by the following Discourse, that he Encourages Christians to endure Afflictions by the Sufferings of jesus.
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Let us look unto Jesus (says the Apostle) who for the Joy which was set before him endur'd the Cross, despising the Shame, Heb. 12.2.
Let us look unto jesus (Says the Apostle) who for the Joy which was Set before him endured the Cross, despising the Shame, Hebrew 12.2.
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This is intimated in that he is so often proposed to us for a Pattern in suffering.
This is intimated in that he is so often proposed to us for a Pattern in suffering.
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And indeed the Holy Scripture it self suggests this to us.
And indeed the Holy Scripture it self suggests this to us.
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and he should be so barbarously used: This then we may reckon he endur'd to teach us to endure.
and he should be so barbarously used: This then we may reckon he endured to teach us to endure.
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Tho' he came into the World to die, yet it does not seem to have been necessary to any other end of his Death that so many cruel Sufferings should attend it;
Though he Come into the World to die, yet it does not seem to have been necessary to any other end of his Death that so many cruel Sufferings should attend it;
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so he bore all these Griefs to teach us how to suffer well.
so he boar all these Griefs to teach us how to suffer well.
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As he came down from Heaven and dwelt in our Nature among us to give us an Example of doing Well,
As he Come down from Heaven and dwelled in our Nature among us to give us an Exampl of doing Well,
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1. This grievous and long Passion he endured, to teach us by his Example, how we ought to suffer the Afflictions and Troubles which we may meet with in the World.
1. This grievous and long Passion he endured, to teach us by his Exampl, how we ought to suffer the Afflictions and Troubles which we may meet with in the World.
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2. To make his Soul or Life an Offering for Sin.
2. To make his Soul or Life an Offering for Sin.
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1. To teach us, by an excellent and perfect Pattern, how we should suffer Trouble and Affliction.
1. To teach us, by an excellent and perfect Pattern, how we should suffer Trouble and Affliction.
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Which we shall find by the Holy Scriptures to have been chiefly these two.
Which we shall find by the Holy Scriptures to have been chiefly these two.
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I go on, in the third Place, to shew what were the Ends and Reasons of the Death of Jesus the Christ:
I go on, in the third Place, to show what were the Ends and Reasons of the Death of jesus the christ:
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He made his Grave with the wicked, and with the rich in his Death. Thus much may suffice to this Head.
He made his Grave with the wicked, and with the rich in his Death. Thus much may suffice to this Head.
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So the Prophet Isaiah says, Chap. 53. He should be brought as a Lamb to the slaughter, 7th. Verse, He should be cut off out of the Land of the Living, 8th. Verse, and in 9th. Verse his Burial is spoken of.
So the Prophet Isaiah Says, Chap. 53. He should be brought as a Lamb to the slaughter, 7th. Verse, He should be Cut off out of the Land of the Living, 8th. Verse, and in 9th. Verse his Burial is spoken of.
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tho' this too the Jews did not understand, but thought that when he came he should abide for ever. The Prophet Daniel says expresly; Dan. 9.26. That the Messiah should be cut off.
though this too the jews did not understand, but Thought that when he Come he should abide for ever. The Prophet daniel Says expressly; Dan. 9.26. That the Messiah should be Cut off.
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Further it was Prophesied of the Messiah, that he should die as well as suffer,
Further it was Prophesied of the Messiah, that he should die as well as suffer,
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and the event of this was that Three thousand of them were then converted to Christ.
and the event of this was that Three thousand of them were then converted to christ.
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And this was fulfill'd upon a great many of them at once as we are told in Acts 3. where 'tis said, that many of them were pricked in their Hearts, when St. Peter told them they had Crucified the Christ;
And this was fulfilled upon a great many of them At once as we Are told in Acts 3. where it's said, that many of them were pricked in their Hearts, when Saint Peter told them they had crucified the christ;
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the Prophet Zachary also foretells this cruel kind of Death for the Messiah, when he says the Jews, in their Repentance, should look on him whom they had pierced and mourn, Zach. 12.10. which the ancient Jews interpreted of the Messiah.
the Prophet Zachary also foretells this cruel kind of Death for the Messiah, when he Says the jews, in their Repentance, should look on him whom they had pierced and mourn, Zach 12.10. which the ancient jews interpreted of the Messiah.
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He says, They part my Garments among them, and cast lots upon my Vesture, 18th. Verse, as the Souldiers did with the Garments of Jesus Again;
He Says, They part my Garments among them, and cast lots upon my Vesture, 18th. Verse, as the Soldiers did with the Garments of jesus Again;
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which is said to be a Circumstance more peculiarly attending that sort of Death which Jesus suffer'd than any other.
which is said to be a Circumstance more peculiarly attending that sort of Death which jesus suffered than any other.
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He says, I may tell all my Bones:
He Says, I may tell all my Bones:
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while he hung on the Cross, saying, He trusted in God let him deliver him if he will have him, Matt. 27.43. He says his Enemies pierced his Hands and his Feet, 16th. Ver. which was never literally fulfill'd in David, but was in Jesus after a terrible manner when he was nail'd to the Cross.
while he hung on the Cross, saying, He trusted in God let him deliver him if he will have him, Matt. 27.43. He Says his Enemies pierced his Hands and his Feet, 16th. Ver. which was never literally fulfilled in David, but was in jesus After a terrible manner when he was nailed to the Cross.
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He begins it with those very words which Jesus used upon the Cross, My God, my God, (says he) why hast thou forsaken me? He speaks of his Enemies deriding his Trust in God in the 8th Ver. as our Saviour's Enemies did to him,
He begins it with those very words which jesus used upon the Cross, My God, my God, (Says he) why hast thou forsaken me? He speaks of his Enemies deriding his Trust in God in the 8th Ver. as our Saviour's Enemies did to him,
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The Psalmist represented him more than himself, Psalm 22. When he went about to make a complaining Prayer for his own Sufferings and Griefs, the Spirit of God came upon him and carried his Thoughts beyond himself to the foretelling and describing rather, the Sufferings of the Messiah.
The Psalmist represented him more than himself, Psalm 22. When he went about to make a complaining Prayer for his own Sufferings and Griefs, the Spirit of God Come upon him and carried his Thoughts beyond himself to the foretelling and describing rather, the Sufferings of the Messiah.
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It says he should be despised and rejected of Men, and afflicted of God. It speaks of him as wounded, as suffering stripes, and scourgings. Many of the Particulars of our Saviour's last Passion are foretold concerning the Messiah as what he should suffer.
It Says he should be despised and rejected of Men, and afflicted of God. It speaks of him as wounded, as suffering stripes, and scourgings. Many of the Particulars of our Saviour's last Passion Are foretold Concerning the Messiah as what he should suffer.
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The 53 d. Chapter of Isaiah, which the Ancient Writers of the Jewish Nation did acknowledge was a Prophecy of the Messiah, does plainly represent him a suffering Person.
The 53 d. Chapter of Isaiah, which the Ancient Writers of the Jewish nation did acknowledge was a Prophecy of the Messiah, does plainly represent him a suffering Person.
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but they plainly represent him to be a suffering Person when he should come into the World.
but they plainly represent him to be a suffering Person when he should come into the World.
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It is very evident in the Prophecies concerning the Messiah that he was not to be such a glorious temporal Prince as the Blind Jews, at the time of his coming, expected he should be:
It is very evident in the Prophecies Concerning the Messiah that he was not to be such a glorious temporal Prince as the Blind jews, At the time of his coming, expected he should be:
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and to die according to the Prophecies concerning him.
and to die according to the Prophecies Concerning him.
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I proceed to the second thing proposed, which is to show that the Messiah or Christ promised to the World was to suffer such things,
I proceed to the second thing proposed, which is to show that the Messiah or christ promised to the World was to suffer such things,
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things which few of us think of at all and none of us enough!
things which few of us think of At all and none of us enough!
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Such as no Tongue can fully express. These things let us seriously represent to our selves now;
Such as no Tongue can Fully express. These things let us seriously represent to our selves now;
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and he soon bows his Head, gives up the Ghost, and dies. These were the sad Sufferings which attended the Death of our Redeemer!
and he soon bows his Head, gives up the Ghost, and die. These were the sad Sufferings which attended the Death of our Redeemer!
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why hast thou forsaken me? And as the fears of this had almost kill'd him in the Garden, the feeling of it now quite does it on the Cross,
why hast thou forsaken me? And as the fears of this had almost killed him in the Garden, the feeling of it now quite does it on the Cross,
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He was silent before under the worst Indignities he suffer'd, but now cries out My God, my God,
He was silent before under the worst Indignities he suffered, but now cries out My God, my God,
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There appear'd some very horrid and terrible Expressions of this to him while he made his Soul an Offering for Sin. And this was what he could not bear.
There appeared Some very horrid and terrible Expressions of this to him while he made his Soul an Offering for Sin. And this was what he could not bear.
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and left a sad Darkness in his Soul; he saw no light but from the dismal Flashes of Divine Anger and Wrath:
and left a sad Darkness in his Soul; he saw no Light but from the dismal Flashes of Divine Anger and Wrath:
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The constant Beams of Divine Favour which had been his great Consolation through his innocent Life were now withdrawn,
The constant Beams of Divine Favour which had been his great Consolation through his innocent Life were now withdrawn,
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and used by him as a Sinner.
and used by him as a Sinner.
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For in the height of all his outward Sufferings he was inwardly afflicted of God too,
For in the height of all his outward Sufferings he was inwardly afflicted of God too,
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but he suffer'd yet worse than all this!
but he suffered yet Worse than all this!
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Certainly had he had but the Love of a Creature, as they bid him in Defiance and Scorn save himself and come down from the Cross, he would have sav'd himself and have left us to perish. These were very heavy Sufferings;
Certainly had he had but the Love of a Creature, as they bid him in Defiance and Scorn save himself and come down from the Cross, he would have saved himself and have left us to perish. These were very heavy Sufferings;
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and, what was doubtless most sensible to him, they upbraid him with a vain Trust in God.
and, what was doubtless most sensible to him, they upbraid him with a vain Trust in God.
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They pierce and crucifie his Soul too as well as they could with bitter Scoffs and Revilings,
They pierce and crucify his Soul too as well as they could with bitter Scoffs and Revilings,
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And still his Enemies would not spare him:
And still his Enemies would not spare him:
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And so the whole weight of his Body 'tis likely hung upon those Nails. Here he hung three long Hours in exquisite Torments.
And so the Whole weight of his Body it's likely hung upon those Nails. Here he hung three long Hours in exquisite Torments.
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When this was done they set the Cross upright, letting the lower End a little into the Ground that it might stand so and expose the crucified Person the better to the View and Scorn of the Spectatours:
When this was done they Set the Cross upright, letting the lower End a little into the Ground that it might stand so and expose the Crucified Person the better to the View and Scorn of the Spectators:
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This indeed was that which was design'd and was was very fit to take off the Scandal and Offence of the Cross,
This indeed was that which was designed and was was very fit to take off the Scandal and Offence of the Cross,
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2 Tim. 2.8. Remember, that Jesus Christ of the Seed of David, was raised from the Dead according to my Gospel.
2 Tim. 2.8. remember, that jesus christ of the Seed of David, was raised from the Dead according to my Gospel.
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IT is, without doubt, a matter of very great Importance, to the Confirmation of the whole Doctrine of Christianity, that the World should be convinced of the Resurrection of Jesus from the Dead.
IT is, without doubt, a matter of very great Importance, to the Confirmation of the Whole Doctrine of Christianity, that the World should be convinced of the Resurrection of jesus from the Dead.
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and to recommend Him to Men as a Mighty Saviour who had himself died under the hands of his Enemies.
and to recommend Him to Men as a Mighty Saviour who had himself died under the hands of his Enemies.
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This was very fit to convince the Unbelieving Jews, that he was the True Messiah notwithstanding his Death:
This was very fit to convince the Unbelieving jews, that he was the True Messiah notwithstanding his Death:
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They had learnt from the Sacred Writings, which they had, that the Messiah was to endure for ever;
They had learned from the Sacred Writings, which they had, that the Messiah was to endure for ever;
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and by this they might see that he intended to do so:
and by this they might see that he intended to do so:
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They had said to him as he hung on the Cross, that if he could save himself,
They had said to him as he hung on the Cross, that if he could save himself,
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and come down from thence they would believe on him;
and come down from thence they would believe on him;
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But this was a greater thing to save himself from the Grave on the Third Day after he had been dead and buried,
But this was a greater thing to save himself from the Grave on the Third Day After he had been dead and buried,
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then to have come down from the the Cross while he was yet alive.
then to have come down from the the Cross while he was yet alive.
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The insisting upon this among the Gentiles too was very necessary, and very proper, to recommend Jesus Chirst and his Salvation to them.
The insisting upon this among the Gentiles too was very necessary, and very proper, to recommend jesus Christ and his Salvation to them.
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For they had learnt by Tradition from the Fathers of the World, who had been taught this by Divine Inspiration, That Mankind should be mightily beholden to some Divine and Excellent Person, who should dwell for a time on Earth and do abundance of Good there;
For they had learned by Tradition from the Father's of the World, who had been taught this by Divine Inspiration, That Mankind should be mightily beholden to Some Divine and Excellent Person, who should dwell for a time on Earth and do abundance of Good there;
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and should after his Death be translated to Heaven, and remain there an Advocate and Protector to them.
and should After his Death be translated to Heaven, and remain there an Advocate and Protector to them.
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This Notion generally possest the Heathen World;
This Notion generally possessed the Heathen World;
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and from hence we may believe it was that they so easily and unanimously fell into their Demon Worship.
and from hence we may believe it was that they so Easily and unanimously fell into their Demon Worship.
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All Nations had their Demons whom they Worshiped: Who were such as, they supposed, had been some time Men and Women on Earth,
All nations had their Demons whom they Worshipped: Who were such as, they supposed, had been Some time Men and Women on Earth,
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and had been great Benefactors to their Nation:
and had been great Benefactors to their nation:
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And whom they also supposed to have been at their Death Translated into Heaven, and to retain still the Kindness which they had for the Nation they had belonged to;
And whom they also supposed to have been At their Death Translated into Heaven, and to retain still the Kindness which they had for the nation they had belonged to;
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and to have an Interest with the Supream Deity which they made use of to help and favour them.
and to have an Interest with the Supreme Deity which they made use of to help and favour them.
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From hence it was, that when St. Paul at Athens Preach'd to them of Jesus and his Resurrection;
From hence it was, that when Saint Paul At Athens Preached to them of jesus and his Resurrection;
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the wiser and more Learned among them apprehended him to speak of Things somewhat agreeable to the Divinity which they had long been possest with;
the Wiser and more Learned among them apprehended him to speak of Things somewhat agreeable to the Divinity which they had long been possessed with;
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and to them He seem'd, 'tis said, to be a setter forth of strange Gods. That is to have told them of a New Demon or Deified Man, whom they had not heard of before:
and to them He seemed, it's said, to be a setter forth of strange God's That is to have told them of a New Demon or Deified Man, whom they had not herd of before:
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They had indeed corrupted their Notion of a Mediatour with these two Errours, which were great hindrances of their receiving Jesus Christ;
They had indeed corrupted their Notion of a Mediator with these two Errors, which were great hindrances of their receiving jesus christ;
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One was, that as they had multiplied the Superiour Gods, so they had multiplied also the Mediators between God and Men;
One was, that as they had multiplied the Superior God's, so they had multiplied also the Mediators between God and Men;
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whereas Truth tells us, There is but One God, and One Mediator between God and Men, the Man Christ Jesus.
whereas Truth tells us, There is but One God, and One Mediator between God and Men, the Man christ jesus.
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Another was, That they supposed these Demons or Mediators to be but National Deities, or favourers of some particular Nations alone;
another was, That they supposed these Demons or Mediators to be but National Deities, or favourers of Some particular nations alone;
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whereas, the true Mediator is an Universal one, and favours all Mankind.
whereas, the true Mediator is an Universal one, and favours all Mankind.
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And we may observe, that this part of the Corruption of the Doctrine of a Mediator the Jews themselves were fallen into; to;
And we may observe, that this part of the Corruption of the Doctrine of a Mediator the jews themselves were fallen into; to;
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who thought, that the Messiah when he should come would be a Friend and Favourer of their Nation alone.
who Thought, that the Messiah when he should come would be a Friend and Favourer of their nation alone.
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Thus we see the Importance of Convincing the World of the Resurrection of Jesus:
Thus we see the Importance of Convincing the World of the Resurrection of jesus:
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And we may justly believe this was the great reason, why Jesus himself staid so long on Earth after his Resurrection before he Ascended to Heaven;
And we may justly believe this was the great reason, why jesus himself stayed so long on Earth After his Resurrection before he Ascended to Heaven;
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why he so often appear'd to his Disciples in that time, and set Himself to convince them, by so many ways of the truth of this whom he had chosen to be the Witnesses of it to the World.
why he so often appeared to his Disciples in that time, and Set Himself to convince them, by so many ways of the truth of this whom he had chosen to be the Witnesses of it to the World.
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Upon this Account also it was, that the Apostles so often insisted upon this in their Preachings both to Jews and Gentiles:
Upon this Account also it was, that the Apostles so often insisted upon this in their Preachings both to jews and Gentiles:
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And for this reason did St. Paul give Timothy, who was at this time Bishop of the Church of Ephesus, the Charge in our Text, to Remember that Jesus Christ of the seed of David was raised from the Dead according to the Gospel.
And for this reason did Saint Paul give Timothy, who was At this time Bishop of the Church of Ephesus, the Charge in our Text, to remember that jesus christ of the seed of David was raised from the Dead according to the Gospel.
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The word which we Translate, Remember, signifies also to commemorate or make mention of a Thing;
The word which we Translate, remember, signifies also to commemorate or make mention of a Thing;
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and may be understood to require, that Timothy should put others in Mind of this, as well as remember it himself.
and may be understood to require, that Timothy should put Others in Mind of this, as well as Remember it himself.
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Especially we may suppose it to have that Latitude of significancy here; because we find the Apostle saying again to him in the 14th. Verse after he had joyn'd some other Articles of Faith with this, Of these things put them in remembrance.
Especially we may suppose it to have that Latitude of significancy Here; Because we find the Apostle saying again to him in the 14th. Verse After he had joined Some other Articles of Faith with this, Of these things put them in remembrance.
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And it is very probable from the first Accounts of the Christian Church, that the Apostles themselves did begin,
And it is very probable from the First Accounts of the Christian Church, that the Apostles themselves did begin,
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and Establish this Festival for the yearly Commemoration of the Resurrection of Jesus:
and Establish this Festival for the yearly Commemoration of the Resurrection of jesus:
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For we find the Observation of it mention'd and insisted on by those early Bishops who liv'd and convers'd with the Apostles.
For we find the Observation of it mentioned and insisted on by those early Bishops who lived and conversed with the Apostles.
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And they might with great reason Establish a particular set time whereon to make a solemn Commemoration of this, least,
And they might with great reason Establish a particular Set time whereon to make a solemn Commemoration of this, least,
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as is usual in such Cases, it might come pass, that if a particular time had not been fixed for the doing this, no time would have been found to do it on:
as is usual in such Cases, it might come pass, that if a particular time had not been fixed for the doing this, no time would have been found to do it on:
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Besides, the particular and solemn Remembrance of this at one time, was known to be of use to make such an Impression upon the Minds of Men,
Beside, the particular and solemn Remembrance of this At one time, was known to be of use to make such an Impression upon the Minds of Men,
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as would make them remember it, and give it influence at other times.
as would make them Remember it, and give it influence At other times.
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Let us, then, in compliance with the Apostles Charge in the Text, and with the Primitive Practice of the Church,
Let us, then, in compliance with the Apostles Charge in the Text, and with the Primitive Practice of the Church,
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and with our own Churches suitable Rule and Command call to mind and make mention of this, That Jesus Christ of the Seed of David, was raised from the Dead according to what the Gospel teaches us of this.
and with our own Churches suitable Rule and Command call to mind and make mention of this, That jesus christ of the Seed of David, was raised from the Dead according to what the Gospel Teaches us of this.
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Let us now seriously consider what we are taught concerning it; meditate upon the proofs and assurances which we have of it;
Let us now seriously Consider what we Are taught Concerning it; meditate upon the proofs and assurances which we have of it;
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and improve these things to the promoting of a Good Life and Practice.
and improve these things to the promoting of a Good Life and Practice.
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I shall as briefly as I can insist upon these following Heads of Discourse concerning it.
I shall as briefly as I can insist upon these following Heads of Discourse Concerning it.
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1. To shew that the Messiah or Christ was to rise again very soon from the Dead according to the Prophesies concerning him in the Old Testament.
1. To show that the Messiah or christ was to rise again very soon from the Dead according to the prophecies Concerning him in the Old Testament.
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2. To prove that Jesus did indeed rise again from the Dead.
2. To prove that jesus did indeed rise again from the Dead.
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3. To give such an Account as the Holy Scripture affords us, of the Reason and Ends of this his Rising again.
3. To give such an Account as the Holy Scripture affords us, of the Reason and Ends of this his Rising again.
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4. Lastly, I shall improve this Point to the urging a Good and Religious Life.
4. Lastly, I shall improve this Point to the urging a Good and Religious Life.
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In the First place, I think fit to shew, That the Christ or Messiah promised to the Jews was to rise again from the Dead,
In the First place, I think fit to show, That the christ or Messiah promised to the jews was to rise again from the Dead,
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and that soon after he should die, according to the Prophesies concerning him in the Old Testament.
and that soon After he should die, according to the prophecies Concerning him in the Old Testament.
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For the Apostle in calling Jesus the Christ in our Text, intimates that the things Prophesied of the Christ are fulfill'd in Jesus,
For the Apostle in calling jesus the christ in our Text, intimates that the things Prophesied of the christ Are fulfilled in jesus,
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and so gives us Occasion to enquire whether or no this be one of them:
and so gives us Occasion to inquire whither or not this be one of them:
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And besides, this is that which the Gospel of St. Paul asserts concerning the Resurrection of Jesus, That it was according to the Scriptures, as we may see, 1 Cor. 15.4. First, Then, we may account this foretold in all those Places which speak of the Messiah as enduring for ever:
And beside, this is that which the Gospel of Saint Paul asserts Concerning the Resurrection of jesus, That it was according to the Scriptures, as we may see, 1 Cor. 15.4. First, Then, we may account this foretold in all those Places which speak of the Messiah as enduring for ever:
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As 'tis said in the 110th. Psalm, he should be A Priest for ever, after the Order of Melchizedek: and in Dan. 2.44. and 7.14. His Kingdom is spoken of, as that which should Endure for ever. But since the Prophets do also plainly foretel his dying:
As it's said in the 110th. Psalm, he should be A Priest for ever, After the Order of Melchizedek: and in Dan. 2.44. and 7.14. His Kingdom is spoken of, as that which should Endure for ever. But since the prophets do also plainly foretell his dying:
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And this Prophet in particular expresly says, the Messiah should be cut off, Dan. 9.26. It must needs be, that when they speak of his Enduring for ever, they must mean he should rise again to do so.
And this Prophet in particular expressly Says, the Messiah should be Cut off, Dan. 9.26. It must needs be, that when they speak of his Enduring for ever, they must mean he should rise again to do so.
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The Jews themselves appear to have expected, that the Christ should endure for ever in John 12.34.
The jews themselves appear to have expected, that the christ should endure for ever in John 12.34.
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And for this reason they thought our Saviour contradicted his pretences to be the true Christ when he spake of Dying,
And for this reason they Thought our Saviour contradicted his pretences to be the true christ when he spoke of Dying,
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because they did not understand, that he would soon rise again from the Dead. Again we may reckon this evidently foretold in Psal. 16.10.
Because they did not understand, that he would soon rise again from the Dead. Again we may reckon this evidently foretold in Psalm 16.10.
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in these words of the Psalmist there, Thou wilt not leave my soul in Hell, nor suffer thine Holy one to see Corruption.
in these words of the Psalmist there, Thou wilt not leave my soul in Hell, nor suffer thine Holy one to see Corruption.
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In which words he speaks that which was not fulfill'd in him, and therefore was not in the full meaning of it to be limited to him.
In which words he speaks that which was not fulfilled in him, and Therefore was not in the full meaning of it to be limited to him.
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The Prophet indeed speaks of himself here, and mentions his hope, that God would at length deliver him from the great distresses which he was now under,
The Prophet indeed speaks of himself Here, and mentions his hope, that God would At length deliver him from the great Distresses which he was now under,
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and would not suffer him utterly to perish under them:
and would not suffer him utterly to perish under them:
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But he was carried by the Spirit of Prophesie to express this in terms which signifie more than would be true of himself in Person;
But he was carried by the Spirit of Prophesy to express this in terms which signify more than would be true of himself in Person;
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even a Resurrection from Death it self, and that so speedy an one, as that the Body should not putrifie.
even a Resurrection from Death it self, and that so speedy an one, as that the Body should not putrify.
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But as for David, he died and was laid to his Fathers, or Buried, and saw Corruption, as the Apostle speaks, Acts 13.36.
But as for David, he died and was laid to his Father's, or Buried, and saw Corruption, as the Apostle speaks, Acts 13.36.
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This must be therefore a Prophesie of the Messiah, who was to come of David's Race,
This must be Therefore a Prophesy of the Messiah, who was to come of David's Raze,
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and to be fulfill'd in Him:
and to be fulfilled in Him:
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And this Interpretation we may find the Apostle Peter puts upon this place in Act. 2. and St. Paul in that foremention'd 13th. Chapter, who both say this Scripture was fulfill'd in Jesus, as it did intend the Messiah, in that Jesus rose again from the Dead on the Third Day, which was so soon as that he did not see Corruption.
And this Interpretation we may find the Apostle Peter puts upon this place in Act. 2. and Saint Paul in that forementioned 13th. Chapter, who both say this Scripture was fulfilled in jesus, as it did intend the Messiah, in that jesus rose again from the Dead on the Third Day, which was so soon as that he did not see Corruption.
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I shall produce but one place more to this purpose, and that is Isa. 53.10. The Prophet is understood by the Jews themselves, to have Prophesied of the Messiah in this Chapter.
I shall produce but one place more to this purpose, and that is Isaiah 53.10. The Prophet is understood by the jews themselves, to have Prophesied of the Messiah in this Chapter.
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Now he plainly says here, that he should be cut off out of the Land of the Living;
Now he plainly Says Here, that he should be Cut off out of the Land of the Living;
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and should make his Soul or Life an Offering of Sin, meaning in his Death;
and should make his Soul or Life an Offering of since, meaning in his Death;
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and yet he adds in the Tenth Verse, That He should see his Seed and prolong his days,
and yet he adds in the Tenth Verse, That He should see his Seed and prolong his days,
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and the Pleasure of the Lord should prosper in his hand.
and the Pleasure of the Lord should prosper in his hand.
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But how could he see his seed after his Death, the Spiritual Offspring that should be new born by the Power of his Word and Sacraments? Or how could he be said to prolong his days,
But how could he see his seed After his Death, the Spiritual Offspring that should be new born by the Power of his Word and Sacraments? Or how could he be said to prolong his days,
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but by soon rising again from the Dead? And in saying the Pleasure of the Lord should prosper in his hand, the Prophet plainly foretells, that the Redemption of Mankind would be committed to him, that he would have something to do towards promoting it after his Death;
but by soon rising again from the Dead? And in saying the Pleasure of the Lord should prosper in his hand, the Prophet plainly foretells, that the Redemption of Mankind would be committed to him, that he would have something to do towards promoting it After his Death;
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and therefore plainly intimates, that for the doing of that, he must needs rise again quickly from the Dead.
and Therefore plainly intimates, that for the doing of that, he must needs rise again quickly from the Dead.
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Thus we may see 'tis sufficiently evident in the Prophesies concerning the Messiah, that he should soon rise again from the Death which he was to fall under.
Thus we may see it's sufficiently evident in the prophecies Concerning the Messiah, that he should soon rise again from the Death which he was to fallen under.
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The next thing I propos'd to do, is to prove, That Jesus did rise again from the Dead:
The next thing I proposed to do, is to prove, That jesus did rise again from the Dead:
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And as it is a matter of great importance to us, that this be true,
And as it is a matter of great importance to us, that this be true,
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since all our Joy and Comfort, and all our hopes depend upon it, so, thanks be to God, we have abundant evidence and confirmation of the Truth of it.
since all our Joy and Comfort, and all our hope's depend upon it, so, thanks be to God, we have abundant evidence and confirmation of the Truth of it.
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The time will not allow me to produce all the proof of this that I might:
The time will not allow me to produce all the proof of this that I might:
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I shall therefore suffice to mention enough to satisfie us. And I shall insist a little upon these Three Substantial Arguments.
I shall Therefore suffice to mention enough to satisfy us. And I shall insist a little upon these Three Substantial Arguments.
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1. His Disciples and Followers had sufficient Evidence and Assurance of this, if they had all that which they declare they had.
1. His Disciples and Followers had sufficient Evidence and Assurance of this, if they had all that which they declare they had.
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2. There is a great deal of Reason to believe, That they were themselves fully convinced of this,
2. There is a great deal of Reason to believe, That they were themselves Fully convinced of this,
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and so were sincere in the Declarations which they made concerning their Evidences of it.
and so were sincere in the Declarations which they made Concerning their Evidences of it.
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3. God himself was pleased most remarkably to own and confirm their Testimony, in the many Miracles which he enabled them to Work.
3. God himself was pleased most remarkably to own and confirm their Testimony, in the many Miracles which he enabled them to Work.
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In the First place let us consider, That his Disciples and Followers had sufficient Evidence and Assurance, That Jesus rose again from the Dead on the Third Day;
In the First place let us Consider, That his Disciples and Followers had sufficient Evidence and Assurance, That jesus rose again from the Dead on the Third Day;
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if they indeed had all that which they declare they had: For they tell us.
if they indeed had all that which they declare they had: For they tell us.
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That on the First Day of their Week, which was the Third Day after Jesus had been Dead and Buried, early in the Morning, those who were set to watch the Sepulchre of Jesus, under pretence that his Disciples might not steal him away, were put into a terrible fright by an Earthquake which they felt in the place;
That on the First Day of their Week, which was the Third Day After jesus had been Dead and Buried, early in the Morning, those who were Set to watch the Sepulchre of jesus, under pretence that his Disciples might not steal him away, were put into a terrible fright by an Earthquake which they felt in the place;
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and by the glorious appearance of an Angel descending from Heaven, who roll'd away the weighty Stone from the Mouth of the Sepulchre, and sat upon it:
and by the glorious appearance of an Angel descending from Heaven, who rolled away the weighty Stone from the Mouth of the Sepulchre, and sat upon it:
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These Circumstances the Disciples knew from the Confession of these Men, and so we may reckon they had the Testimony of Enemies to the Resurrection of Jesus.
These circumstances the Disciples knew from the Confessi of these Men, and so we may reckon they had the Testimony of Enemies to the Resurrection of jesus.
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Besides this, some of the Disciples coming that Morning to the Sepulchre saw it was open;
Beside this, Some of the Disciples coming that Morning to the Sepulchre saw it was open;
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they look'd in and saw the Linnen Cloaths lie there in which he had been Buried,
they looked in and saw the Linen Clothes lie there in which he had been Buried,
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and the Napkin by it self, which had been about his Head; which were a certain sign, that he had not been carried away dead;
and the Napkin by it self, which had been about his Head; which were a certain Signen, that he had not been carried away dead;
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for they who had done that, would not have staid to strip him of his Grave Cloaths there.
for they who had done that, would not have stayed to strip him of his Grave Clothes there.
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And some Devout Women staying about the Sepulchre saw some Angels there, who told them Jesus was not there but was Risen;
And Some Devout Women staying about the Sepulchre saw Some Angels there, who told them jesus was not there but was Risen;
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and mildly rebuk'd them, for seeking the Living in a place prepar'd only for the Dead to abide in:
and mildly rebuked them, for seeking the Living in a place prepared only for the Dead to abide in:
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And thus they had the Testimony of Angels also to this matter. Yet further; They say that after these things they saw him;
And thus they had the Testimony of Angels also to this matter. Yet further; They say that After these things they saw him;
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They handled and felt on him; They convers'd with him often; They saw him eat and drink before them;
They handled and felt on him; They conversed with him often; They saw him eat and drink before them;
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That he appear'd to them by Night, and by Day: That he appear'd to them not only singly but in Company;
That he appeared to them by Night, and by Day: That he appeared to them not only singly but in Company;
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He walk'd with two of them as they were going to Emmaus, and discours'd with them for many Hours together:
He walked with two of them as they were going to Emmaus, and discoursed with them for many Hours together:
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Yea, he was once seen of Five Hundred of them together. They tell us that he staid Forty Days among them;
Yea, he was once seen of Five Hundred of them together. They tell us that he stayed Forty Days among them;
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and many times appear'd instructing them in things relating to the Propagating of his Gospel;
and many times appeared instructing them in things relating to the Propagating of his Gospel;
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And that at last he went with a good Number of them as far as from Jerusalem to Bethany; and there in their sight Ascended into Heaven.
And that At last he went with a good Number of them as Far as from Jerusalem to Bethany; and there in their sighed Ascended into Heaven.
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Thus they had also sufficiently the Testimony of their senses to this Matter.
Thus they had also sufficiently the Testimony of their Senses to this Matter.
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Lastly, They tell us, That when they Assembled at the next time of Pentecost; As they were Praying the House was shaken;
Lastly, They tell us, That when they Assembled At the next time of Pentecost; As they were Praying the House was shaken;
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and there was a sudden sound as of a mighty Wind, and immediately there appear'd over the Heads of the Apostles, the shape of Cloven Tongues in a Flame;
and there was a sudden found as of a mighty Wind, and immediately there appeared over the Heads of the Apostles, the shape of Cloven Tongues in a Flame;
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upon which they were Inspired immediately, and inabled to utter their Inspirations in Languages, which before that minute they had never learnt nor understood:
upon which they were Inspired immediately, and enabled to utter their Inspirations in Languages, which before that minute they had never learned nor understood:
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And this they Ascrib'd to Jesus as what he had promised he would send upon his Ascension into Heaven;
And this they Ascribed to jesus as what he had promised he would send upon his Ascension into Heaven;
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and they look'd upon it, and spake of it as a proof of his Resurrection from the Dead, and Ascension thither.
and they looked upon it, and spoke of it as a proof of his Resurrection from the Dead, and Ascension thither.
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St. Peter speaks thus of this thing to the wondering Multitudes, Acts 2.32, 33. This Jesus (saith he) hath God raised up whereof we are all Witnesses:
Saint Peter speaks thus of this thing to the wondering Multitudes, Acts 2.32, 33. This jesus (Says he) hath God raised up whereof we Are all Witnesses:
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Therefore he, being by the right hand of God exalted, and having receiv'd of the Father the promise of the Holy Ghost, hath shed forth this which ye now see and hear.
Therefore he, being by the right hand of God exalted, and having received of the Father the promise of the Holy Ghost, hath shed forth this which you now see and hear.
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And thus we may also account, that they Declare they had the Testimony of the Holy Ghost himself to the Truth of the Resurrection of Jesus.
And thus we may also account, that they Declare they had the Testimony of the Holy Ghost himself to the Truth of the Resurrection of jesus.
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It may not be amiss to take notice here of the Objection of Celsus against this Truth:
It may not be amiss to take notice Here of the Objection of Celsus against this Truth:
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Why (said that Infidel) did not Jesus, if He rose again, shew himself to others besides his Disciples? By which he would intimate, that the matter is very suspicious upon this account;
Why (said that Infidel) did not jesus, if He rose again, show himself to Others beside his Disciples? By which he would intimate, that the matter is very suspicious upon this account;
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because none but profest Disciples and Followers of Jesus did declare his Resurrection.
Because none but professed Disciples and Followers of jesus did declare his Resurrection.
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But it cannot be strange, that none but such should declare this if it were true;
But it cannot be strange, that none but such should declare this if it were true;
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because we may very reasonably suppose, that if Jesus did appear to any that had not been his Disciples before, he might thereby convince them,
Because we may very reasonably suppose, that if jesus did appear to any that had not been his Disciples before, he might thereby convince them,
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and make them become his Disciples now; and therefore also Witnesses of the Truth of his Resurrection.
and make them become his Disciples now; and Therefore also Witnesses of the Truth of his Resurrection.
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I say, we may well suppose this, because we have one remarkable Instance of it:
I say, we may well suppose this, Because we have one remarkable Instance of it:
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He did appear to a fierce and bitter Enemy of this Truth, and a most industrious Persecutor of the Witnesses of it;
He did appear to a fierce and bitter Enemy of this Truth, and a most Industria Persecutor of the Witnesses of it;
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and thereby turn'd him to be a Disciple, and a Zealous Witness of it himself.
and thereby turned him to be a Disciple, and a Zealous Witness of it himself.
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Last of all he was seen of me also (says St. Paul) as of one born out of due time, 1 Cor. 15.8. He adds the last Words, because of his late Conversion.
Last of all he was seen of me also (Says Saint Paul) as of one born out of due time, 1 Cor. 15.8. He adds the last Words, Because of his late Conversion.
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These are the things said by the Followers of Jesus, and those who took upon them to be Witnesses of his Resurrection:
These Are the things said by the Followers of jesus, and those who took upon them to be Witnesses of his Resurrection:
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In the Second place, If we consider the matter we shall see, there is abundant Reason to believe they were themselves fully convinced of the Truth of this;
In the Second place, If we Consider the matter we shall see, there is abundant Reason to believe they were themselves Fully convinced of the Truth of this;
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and so were sincere in the Declarations which they made concerning their Evidences of it.
and so were sincere in the Declarations which they made Concerning their Evidences of it.
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For they confess, that some of themselves had been at first very backward, and loth to believe this:
For they confess, that Some of themselves had been At First very backward, and loath to believe this:
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That Jesus had Occasion to upbraid and blame them for their Unbelief.
That jesus had Occasion to upbraid and blame them for their Unbelief.
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And what other account can be given of their Boldness and Courage, in owning him after he was crucified and dead, who appear'd all so full of fear, at the apprehending of Jesus,
And what other account can be given of their Boldness and Courage, in owning him After he was Crucified and dead, who appeared all so full of Fear, At the apprehending of jesus,
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as to fly and leave him alone in the hands of his Enemies.
as to fly and leave him alone in the hands of his Enemies.
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The timerous Peter, who had disown'd him with an Oath, at the challenge of a Maid-servant, tells the Rulers of the Jews to their Faces, That God had rais'd him up, whom they had crucified, Acts 4.10. What could make them so industrious to propagate the belief of this, if they had not believ'd it themselves? If there be a pleasure in imposing upon the World, 'tis certainly a very ill natur'd one:
The timorous Peter, who had disowned him with an Oath, At the challenge of a Maidservant, tells the Rulers of the jews to their Faces, That God had raised him up, whom they had Crucified, Acts 4.10. What could make them so Industria to propagate the belief of this, if they had not believed it themselves? If there be a pleasure in imposing upon the World, it's Certainly a very ill natured one:
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But how could they imagin they should ever be able to make the World believe so strange a thing? That they should possess the Jews, God had raised him from the Dead, whom they had hanged on a Cross till he died,
But how could they imagine they should ever be able to make the World believe so strange a thing? That they should possess the jews, God had raised him from the Dead, whom they had hanged on a Cross till he died,
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and challenged him if he could, to save himself from thence? Or, that they should ever be able to make the Gentiles believe on him, whom the People of his own Nation had rejected and despised,
and challenged him if he could, to save himself from thence? Or, that they should ever be able to make the Gentiles believe on him, whom the People of his own nation had rejected and despised,
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and deliver'd him up to the vilest and most ignominious Death? They could not, with any reason, hope to succeed in this undertaking,
and Delivered him up to the Vilest and most ignominious Death? They could not, with any reason, hope to succeed in this undertaking,
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unless they had the encouragement of being assur'd of his Resurrection;
unless they had the encouragement of being assured of his Resurrection;
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which might give them ground to expect, that as he had power to rise from the dead,
which might give them ground to expect, that as he had power to rise from the dead,
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so he was able to give them success in declaring this.
so he was able to give them success in declaring this.
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But if they could be so vain and wild, as to believe at first, that they might be able to possess the World with this,
But if they could be so vain and wild, as to believe At First, that they might be able to possess the World with this,
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tho' they knew it to be a falshood;
though they knew it to be a falsehood;
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yet it is not to be imagin'd they would have persisted in this endeavour, when they found the World loth to believe it;
yet it is not to be imagined they would have persisted in this endeavour, when they found the World loath to believe it;
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and found themselves eagerly persecuted by them who had put Jesus to death:
and found themselves eagerly persecuted by them who had put jesus to death:
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When one of the Apostles (St. James ) was soon after him put to death for testifying this;
When one of the Apostles (Saint James) was soon After him put to death for testifying this;
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when they saw St. Stephen furiously ston'd by the Jews for it; St. Peter imprison'd and design'd also for the slaughter;
when they saw Saint Stephen furiously stoned by the jews for it; Saint Peter imprisoned and designed also for the slaughter;
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and others shamefully beaten and scourged for declaring it.
and Others shamefully beaten and scourged for declaring it.
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These things must needs have made them desist, if they had not believ'd what they said.
These things must needs have made them desist, if they had not believed what they said.
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It is not to be imagin'd, but they believ'd this themselves, when they did so zealously and industriously propagate the belief of it;
It is not to be imagined, but they believed this themselves, when they did so zealously and industriously propagate the belief of it;
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amidst Stripes above measure, (as St. Paul speaks, 2 Cor. 11.23, &c. ) with frequent Imprisonments, in Perils of Waters, in Perils of Robbers, in Perils from Jews, in Perils from the Heathens, in weariness and painfulness, in watchings often, in hunger and thirst, in cold and nakedness.
amid Stripes above measure, (as Saint Paul speaks, 2 Cor. 11.23, etc.) with frequent Imprisonments, in Perils of Waters, in Perils of Robbers, in Perils from jews, in Perils from the heathens, in weariness and painfulness, in watchings often, in hunger and thirst, in cold and nakedness.
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Certainly we may believe these Men would have lov'd their safety and ease and prosperity in the World,
Certainly we may believe these Men would have loved their safety and ease and Prosperity in the World,
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as much as other Men find themselves to do;
as much as other Men find themselves to do;
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if they had not thought themselves oblig'd to abandon these, that they might perform this their Duty:
if they had not Thought themselves obliged to abandon these, that they might perform this their Duty:
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And if they had not upon the ground of this Resurrection, expected to be made partakers of better things than this World can afford;
And if they had not upon the ground of this Resurrection, expected to be made partakers of better things than this World can afford;
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and hoped for a glorious Reward of these their Labours and Sufferings:
and hoped for a glorious Reward of these their Labours and Sufferings:
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Which things speak them fully convinced of the Truth of what they deliver'd, and sincere in the Declarations they made of it.
Which things speak them Fully convinced of the Truth of what they Delivered, and sincere in the Declarations they made of it.
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Yet, in the third place, we may also consider, that God himself was pleased most remarkably to own and confirm their Testimony in the many Miracles which he inabled them to work.
Yet, in the third place, we may also Consider, that God himself was pleased most remarkably to own and confirm their Testimony in the many Miracles which he enabled them to work.
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For many Wonders and Signs were done by the Apostles, we are told, Acts 2.43.
For many Wonders and Signs were done by the Apostles, we Are told, Acts 2.43.
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And the Evangelist says, The Lord was working with them, and confirming the Word with signs following, Mark 16.20. These things were certainly the Works of the Lord, and were the unquestionable Testimony of God himself, to the Message which they brought.
And the Evangelist Says, The Lord was working with them, and confirming the Word with Signs following, Mark 16.20. These things were Certainly the Works of the Lord, and were the unquestionable Testimony of God himself, to the Message which they brought.
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These Miracles were wrought among the People: ( Acts 5.12.) Not done in secret, but openly;
These Miracles were wrought among the People: (Acts 5.12.) Not done in secret, but openly;
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not only before a few, but before multitudes;
not only before a few, but before Multitudes;
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not only in the sight of a select number of friends, but so as that even enemies were forced to acknowledge the matters of fact, ( Acts 4.16.) They did not seek darkness for their Miracles, which gives advantage for trick and juggle,
not only in the sighed of a select number of Friends, but so as that even enemies were forced to acknowledge the matters of fact, (Acts 4.16.) They did not seek darkness for their Miracles, which gives advantage for trick and juggle,
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but did them in the open day-light.
but did them in the open daylight.
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It was great credit to their Miracles, that they constantly appear'd to decline, that the honor of them should be given to themselves,
It was great credit to their Miracles, that they constantly appeared to decline, that the honour of them should be given to themselves,
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and to give it wholly in Jesus Christ, (as in Acts 3.12. and elsewhere.) It was great credit to their Miracles, that they pretended to confirm by them no other Doctrins than what were agreeable to the Law and the Prophets;
and to give it wholly in jesus christ, (as in Acts 3.12. and elsewhere.) It was great credit to their Miracles, that they pretended to confirm by them no other Doctrines than what were agreeable to the Law and the prophets;
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nor any matters of fact concerning the Messiah, but what had been foretold in them.
nor any matters of fact Concerning the Messiah, but what had been foretold in them.
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If they had advanced any thing contrary to what had been recommended and confirm'd by undoubted Miracles before, they might justly have been rejected as Impostors by the direction of the Jewish Law.
If they had advanced any thing contrary to what had been recommended and confirmed by undoubted Miracles before, they might justly have been rejected as Impostors by the direction of the Jewish Law.
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It was great credit to their Miracles, that they prevail'd over the tricks of Magick,
It was great credit to their Miracles, that they prevailed over the tricks of Magic,
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and over the Persons themselves who used that guilty and diabolical Art. Simon Magus, by his conjuring tricks, had so far deluded the Citizens of Samaria, that they believ'd him to be the great Power of God;
and over the Persons themselves who used that guilty and diabolical Art. Simon Magus, by his conjuring tricks, had so Far deluded the Citizens of Samaria, that they believed him to be the great Power of God;
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but when Philip came amongst them to preach the Gospel, he was so far outdone, that the People left off admiring him,
but when Philip Come among them to preach the Gospel, he was so Far outdone, that the People left off admiring him,
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and attended to Philip; insomuch, that Simon himself became a pretended Proselyte to the Christian Religion,
and attended to Philip; insomuch, that Simon himself became a pretended Proselyte to the Christian Religion,
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and was baptized, ( Acts 8.) Again, We find St. Paul encountering another Sorcerer in Cyprus, and, being justly provok'd, by his opposition to the Gospel, he threatens him from God with immediate Blindness, which fell upon him in the very instant, ( Acts 13.11.) Yea,
and was baptised, (Acts 8.) Again, We find Saint Paul encountering Another Sorcerer in Cyprus, and, being justly provoked, by his opposition to the Gospel, he threatens him from God with immediate Blindness, which fell upon him in the very instant, (Acts 13.11.) Yea,
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so far did their Doctrin and Miracles prevail against these Delusions of the Devil, that many, who had been Practitioners of this guilty Art, brought forth their Books and publickly burnt them, ( Acts 19.19.) Besides, the great Holiness of their Doctrin, the excellent Rules of Vertue, which it brought to the World, the Exemplary Course of their own Lives,
so Far did their Doctrine and Miracles prevail against these Delusions of the devil, that many, who had been Practitioners of this guilty Art, brought forth their Books and publicly burned them, (Acts 19.19.) Beside, the great Holiness of their Doctrine, the excellent Rules of Virtue, which it brought to the World, the Exemplary Course of their own Lives,
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while they carefully practised what they taught, gave great credit to their Miracles too.
while they carefully practised what they taught, gave great credit to their Miracles too.
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And in all things did their Miracles, their Lives, and their Doctrin, credit and recommend one another.
And in all things did their Miracles, their Lives, and their Doctrine, credit and recommend one Another.
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But now we cannot imagin, that ever God would thus apply his Divine Power to testifie a Lie,
But now we cannot imagine, that ever God would thus apply his Divine Power to testify a Lie,
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and recommend a Cheat and Imposture to the World.
and recommend a Cheat and Imposture to the World.
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It is contrary to the inseparable Properties of the Divine Nature to do so, and cannot possibly be done by him, who is a God of truth and without iniquity.
It is contrary to the inseparable Properties of the Divine Nature to do so, and cannot possibly be done by him, who is a God of truth and without iniquity.
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And thus, I think, it is sufficiently prov'd, That Jesus did indeed rise again on the Third Day from the Dead.
And thus, I think, it is sufficiently proved, That jesus did indeed rise again on the Third Day from the Dead.
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Let us now, in the third place, observe what Account the Holy Scripture gives us of the Reasons or Ends of this Resurrection.
Let us now, in the third place, observe what Account the Holy Scripture gives us of the Reasons or Ends of this Resurrection.
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And from thence we may learn,
And from thence we may Learn,
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1. That this was due to the Merit and Value of the Sacrifice of his Death.
1. That this was due to the Merit and Valve of the Sacrifice of his Death.
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The Scripture every where ascribes it to the Death of Jesus, to have made a perfect attonement for the Sins of Men:
The Scripture every where ascribes it to the Death of jesus, to have made a perfect atonement for the Sins of Men:
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It says, He hath put away Sin, by the sacrifice of himself:
It Says, He hath put away since, by the sacrifice of himself:
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And, We are sanctified, through the Offering of the Body of Jesus Christ, once for all, ( Heb. 10.10.) When the Son of God took our Nature,
And, We Are sanctified, through the Offering of the Body of jesus christ, once for all, (Hebrew 10.10.) When the Son of God took our Nature,
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and made himself under the Law, and so liable to the Curse and Death which it threaten'd against our Sin, he, by meer dying, satisfied the Law;
and made himself under the Law, and so liable to the Curse and Death which it threatened against our since, he, by mere dying, satisfied the Law;
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the dignity of his Person gave sufficient value to his Death for this purpose;
the dignity of his Person gave sufficient valve to his Death for this purpose;
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as indeed a Punishment may justly receive its estimate from the quality of the Person that suffers it:
as indeed a Punishment may justly receive its estimate from the quality of the Person that suffers it:
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And we may find this efficacy of his Death ascrib'd to the dignity of his Person, in Col. 1.14.
And we may find this efficacy of his Death ascribed to the dignity of his Person, in Col. 1.14.
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where the Apostle, speaking of him, says, In whom we have redemption, through his Blood, even the remission of Sins, who is the Image of the invisible God.
where the Apostle, speaking of him, Says, In whom we have redemption, through his Blood, even the remission of Sins, who is the Image of the invisible God.
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We may put the words in this order:
We may put the words in this order:
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In whom we have redemption, even the remission of Sins, through his Blood, who is the Image of the invisible God.
In whom we have redemption, even the remission of Sins, through his Blood, who is the Image of the invisible God.
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This he intimates, is that to which the vertue of his Blood is due, That he is the Image of the invisible God,
This he intimates, is that to which the virtue of his Blood is due, That he is the Image of the invisible God,
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even the Son, equal in his Nature to the Father.
even the Son, equal in his Nature to the Father.
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Indeed the Death of this glorious Person in our Nature, for the Sins of Men, was more to the honour of God's Authority and Justice, which had been violated thereby,
Indeed the Death of this glorious Person in our Nature, for the Sins of Men, was more to the honour of God's authority and justice, which had been violated thereby,
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than if all the whole guilty Race of Mankind had suffer'd Eternal Punishment for them:
than if all the Whole guilty Raze of Mankind had suffered Eternal Punishment for them:
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But then, the Case being thus with the Death of Christ, it was due to him to be soon rais'd to life again.
But then, the Case being thus with the Death of christ, it was due to him to be soon raised to life again.
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He could not justly abide under Death, the Penalty of Sin, when, by dying, he had made a full attonement for Sin. The Apostle therefore says, It was not possible he should be holden by the Bonds of Death, Acts 2.24. That is, it was not just.
He could not justly abide under Death, the Penalty of since, when, by dying, he had made a full atonement for Sin. The Apostle Therefore Says, It was not possible he should be held by the Bonds of Death, Acts 2.24. That is, it was not just.
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2. His Resurrection was allow'd and design'd, to declare and shew, that he had made a full and sufficient satisfaction for Sin, by the sacrifice of himself, that Men might know they have in him a sufficient Saviour.
2. His Resurrection was allowed and designed, to declare and show, that he had made a full and sufficient satisfaction for since, by the sacrifice of himself, that Men might know they have in him a sufficient Saviour.
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He is, by the tenor of the New Covenant, to save those that believe on him;
He is, by the tenor of the New Covenant, to save those that believe on him;
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that rely upon the Sacrifice of his Death:
that rely upon the Sacrifice of his Death:
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And therefore is it said, God hath set him forth to be a Propitiation, through Faith, in his Blood.
And Therefore is it said, God hath Set him forth to be a Propitiation, through Faith, in his Blood.
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But if he were still lying under Death, the Penalty of Sin, it could not appear to us, that he had made an attonement for it:
But if he were still lying under Death, the Penalty of since, it could not appear to us, that he had made an atonement for it:
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This we must needs have doubted of, according to what the Apostle says, If Christ be not risen again, our Faith is vain, we are yet in our Sins, 1 Cor. 15.17. That we might therefore believe on him with full assurance, it was so evidently and notoriously granted, that he should rise again from the dead.
This we must needs have doubted of, according to what the Apostle Says, If christ be not risen again, our Faith is vain, we Are yet in our Sins, 1 Cor. 15.17. That we might Therefore believe on him with full assurance, it was so evidently and notoriously granted, that he should rise again from the dead.
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In this was he discharg'd, who had undertaken to satisfie for our Sins, and so are we discharg'd too,
In this was he discharged, who had undertaken to satisfy for our Sins, and so Are we discharged too,
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and it is declar'd, that we may hope for the Pardon of our Sins. The Apostle shews, that his full satisfaction is rather to be concluded from his Resurrection,
and it is declared, that we may hope for the Pardon of our Sins. The Apostle shows, that his full satisfaction is rather to be concluded from his Resurrection,
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than his Death, when he says, Rom. 8.34. Who is he that shall condemn? It is Christ that died, yea, rather, that is risen again.
than his Death, when he Says, Rom. 8.34. Who is he that shall condemn? It is christ that died, yea, rather, that is risen again.
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Thus is it made easie to us, to believe in him: And this may afford us a firm Peace and a mighty Joy in Believing.
Thus is it made easy to us, to believe in him: And this may afford us a firm Peace and a mighty Joy in Believing.
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3. His Resurrection was necessary, and was granted, in order to his Ascension into Heaven,
3. His Resurrection was necessary, and was granted, in order to his Ascension into Heaven,
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for the sake of those great things, which, by the Divine Counsel and Decree, were order'd to depend thereupon.
for the sake of those great things, which, by the Divine Counsel and decree, were ordered to depend thereupon.
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In the vertue of his Death, he was to be our Mediator and Advocate with the Father:
In the virtue of his Death, he was to be our Mediator and Advocate with the Father:
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And it was intended, as was just, that he should always have the honour of distributing to Mankind the Purchases of his Precious Death;
And it was intended, as was just, that he should always have the honour of distributing to Mankind the Purchases of his Precious Death;
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to which end he must needs rise again from the Dead;
to which end he must needs rise again from the Dead;
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his Humiliation must have an end, and he must return to his former Dignity and Glory,
his Humiliation must have an end, and he must return to his former Dignity and Glory,
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and must ever live to make Intercession for us, as the Scripture speaks.
and must ever live to make Intercession for us, as the Scripture speaks.
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But a farther Account of these things must be given in the Discourse on our Lord's Ascension;
But a farther Account of these things must be given in the Discourse on our Lord's Ascension;
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therefore it may be spared here.
Therefore it may be spared Here.
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And I hasten now, in the last place, to improve the things which have been said for the urging a good and religious Life.
And I hasten now, in the last place, to improve the things which have been said for the urging a good and religious Life.
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In the first place then, This may justly wean our Hearts from the present Life,
In the First place then, This may justly wean our Hearts from the present Life,
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and possess us with a further Care for our selves, as it gives us assurance of a future State, and an immortal Duration:
and possess us with a further Care for our selves, as it gives us assurance of a future State, and an immortal Duration:
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How strangely apt we are to forget, that there is a future State and another Life to come after this, every Man may find by his own experience.
How strangely apt we Are to forget, that there is a future State and Another Life to come After this, every Man may find by his own experience.
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And from hence we confine all our Thoughts and Care to the present Life, to make this as happy as we can,
And from hence we confine all our Thoughts and Care to the present Life, to make this as happy as we can,
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and do the mean while neglect to provide for the Happiness of our Eternal Duration;
and do the mean while neglect to provide for the Happiness of our Eternal Duration;
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yea, we let our selves be drawn into such Courses as tend to forfeit and destroy all our Eternal Happiness.
yea, we let our selves be drawn into such Courses as tend to forfeit and destroy all our Eternal Happiness.
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Let us well observe, then, and consider, how great Assurance we have, in the Resurrection of Jesus, of our own Eternal Duration:
Let us well observe, then, and Consider, how great Assurance we have, in the Resurrection of jesus, of our own Eternal Duration:
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In this we may see, 'tis possible for a Soul, once separated, to be united again to its Body;
In this we may see, it's possible for a Soul, once separated, to be united again to its Body;
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and for a mortal Creature to become immortal.
and for a Mortal Creature to become immortal.
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Besides, the Scripture says, Jesus Christ in his Resurrection was the First-fruits of them that slept, (1 Cor. 15.) His Resurrection is as it were a Pledge and Earnest of ours.
Beside, the Scripture Says, jesus christ in his Resurrection was the Firstfruits of them that slept, (1 Cor. 15.) His Resurrection is as it were a Pledge and Earnest of ours.
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By his Death, he has purchas'd a right of raising all Mankind from Death:
By his Death, he has purchased a right of raising all Mankind from Death:
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And he has said he will do it, John 5. All that are in the Graves, shall hear his Voice, and shall come forth.
And he has said he will do it, John 5. All that Are in the Graves, shall hear his Voice, and shall come forth.
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A future Being then, we must have, and we may believe the Scripture, that it will be an Eternal One.
A future Being then, we must have, and we may believe the Scripture, that it will be an Eternal One.
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Our Bodies shall be raised Incorruptible and Immortal;
Our Bodies shall be raised Incorruptible and Immortal;
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and what can that be for, but an Eternal Duration? But what Anxious Thoughts, what a Serious Care should this possess us with, to be Happy for Ever!
and what can that be for, but an Eternal Duration? But what Anxious Thoughts, what a Serious Care should this possess us with, to be Happy for Ever!
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This should be the grand Enquiry and Concern of every one of the Sons of Men, What shall I do to be Happy for Ever? And we should chiefly apply our selves to spend this short Life so,
This should be the grand Enquiry and Concern of every one of the Sons of Men, What shall I do to be Happy for Ever? And we should chiefly apply our selves to spend this short Life so,
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if we can, as to gain thereby an eternally happy one hereafter. This then we ought to settle in our Minds, as a fixed Principle:
if we can, as to gain thereby an eternally happy one hereafter. This then we ought to settle in our Minds, as a fixed Principle:
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It is impossible I should be eternally happy, if I can love none but transitory and temporary things:
It is impossible I should be eternally happy, if I can love none but transitory and temporary things:
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And to be so, I must mind and love, and I must take the course to gain the Favour of God, which alone will be Everlasting Bliss.
And to be so, I must mind and love, and I must take the course to gain the Favour of God, which alone will be Everlasting Bliss.
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2. We may justly be mov'd hereby to forsake our Sins, as we have herein assurance, that upon our doing so they shall be pardon'd.
2. We may justly be moved hereby to forsake our Sins, as we have herein assurance, that upon our doing so they shall be pardoned.
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The great God has herein made it appear, that he is fully attoned and satisfied for the Sins of Men.
The great God has herein made it appear, that he is Fully atoned and satisfied for the Sins of Men.
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And we may now believe he can be just, and the justifier of sinners too.
And we may now believe he can be just, and the justifier of Sinners too.
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And then we have herein both encouragement and obligation to repent of and forsake our Sins.
And then we have herein both encouragement and obligation to Repent of and forsake our Sins.
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What a forcible Encouragement should it be to us, to consider we may yet have the great God, a reconcil'd, a kind,
What a forcible Encouragement should it be to us, to Consider we may yet have the great God, a reconciled, a kind,
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and a loving Father, after all our Affronts and Provocations of him.
and a loving Father, After all our Affronts and Provocations of him.
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We shall get infinitely more by our repentance and reconcilement with God, than we could by our most advantageous Sins.
We shall get infinitely more by our Repentance and reconcilement with God, than we could by our most advantageous Sins.
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And the obligation to forsake our Sins, in the assurance of pardon, is very great too.
And the obligation to forsake our Sins, in the assurance of pardon, is very great too.
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When God himself has found out a way to pardon us consistently with his Honour and Justice;
When God himself has found out a Way to pardon us consistently with his Honour and justice;
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when the Son of God has purchas'd this for us at the costly rate of his Blood and Death;
when the Son of God has purchased this for us At the costly rate of his Blood and Death;
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when God seeks to be reconcil'd to us, he, whom we have offended, ought not this great kindness to conquer us!
when God seeks to be reconciled to us, he, whom we have offended, ought not this great kindness to conquer us!
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should it not make us immediately lay aside all enmity against so loving and gracious a God! should we not readily forsake all that is displeasing, all that might be reckon'd an affront to him!
should it not make us immediately lay aside all enmity against so loving and gracious a God! should we not readily forsake all that is displeasing, all that might be reckoned an affront to him!
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Certainly, to continue in our Sins, after the knowledge of this, is the basest Disingenuity and Ingratitude that we can be guilty of.
Certainly, to continue in our Sins, After the knowledge of this, is the Basest Disingenuity and Ingratitude that we can be guilty of.
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3. In the last place, It may justly allure us to a good and religious Life.
3. In the last place, It may justly allure us to a good and religious Life.
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That we have herein the hopes of attaining the Reward of Everlasting Happiness hereafter, Jesus has taken possession of Eternal Life, not only for himself,
That we have herein the hope's of attaining the Reward of Everlasting Happiness hereafter, jesus has taken possession of Eternal Life, not only for himself,
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but also for all that love and believe on him.
but also for all that love and believe on him.
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Therefore, when he spoke of leaving this World, he said he was going to prepare a Place for them.
Therefore, when he spoke of leaving this World, he said he was going to prepare a Place for them.
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The Resurrection of good Men is especially assur'd herein;
The Resurrection of good Men is especially assured herein;
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they are, as it were, Members of his Body, and therefore shall certainly partake in the Priviledges of their Head;
they Are, as it were, Members of his Body, and Therefore shall Certainly partake in the Privileges of their Head;
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therefore he has said, That where he is, they shall be:
Therefore he has said, That where he is, they shall be:
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And, That he will give them Eternal Life, and raise them up at the Last Day. They shall rise then;
And, That he will give them Eternal Life, and raise them up At the Last Day. They shall rise then;
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and he shall fashion these their vile Bodies, that they may be like unto his glorious Body:
and he shall fashion these their vile Bodies, that they may be like unto his glorious Body:
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They shall rise to possess Perfect and Everlasting Happiness both of Soul and Body. Oh, what joyful Hopes are these!
They shall rise to possess Perfect and Everlasting Happiness both of Soul and Body. O, what joyful Hope's Are these!
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And these are the present Rewards of a Good and Vertuous Life. Let us then suffer our selves to be allur'd to it by them.
And these Are the present Rewards of a Good and Virtuous Life. Let us then suffer our selves to be allured to it by them.
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These joyful Hopes will invincibly comfort us under all the Labours and Difficulties of our Duty:
These joyful Hope's will invincibly Comfort us under all the Labours and Difficulties of our Duty:
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These will support us under the inevitable pains, weakness, and decays of our present Mortal Body.
These will support us under the inevitable pains, weakness, and decays of our present Mortal Body.
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These will relieve us under all the contempt, neglect, and ill usage of the unkind, injurious World:
These will relieve us under all the contempt, neglect, and ill usage of the unkind, injurious World:
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They will make the Thoughts of Dying easie and tolerable:
They will make the Thoughts of Dying easy and tolerable:
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They are then a mighty Allay to every Evil which we can be now encumbred with.
They Are then a mighty Allay to every Evil which we can be now encumbered with.
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And, Oh, how valuable, to wretched mortal Men, should these things be, which are a Remedy against every Grief,
And, O, how valuable, to wretched Mortal Men, should these things be, which Are a Remedy against every Grief,
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and able to soften and alleviate every Affliction!
and able to soften and alleviate every Affliction!
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Let us then most steadily apply our selves to a Course of Religion and Vertue, that we may constantly entertain and please our selves with these joyful Hopes of a Glorious Resurrection, and Eternal Life and Happiness.
Let us then most steadily apply our selves to a Course of Religion and Virtue, that we may constantly entertain and please our selves with these joyful Hope's of a Glorious Resurrection, and Eternal Life and Happiness.
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Which God, of his infinite Mercy, grant us all, for the sake of Jesus Christ.
Which God, of his infinite Mercy, grant us all, for the sake of jesus christ.
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2. It may justly induce us to this, to consider the Necessities of our Souls, and the Benefits which they shall derive from a due Observation of these Days.
2. It may justly induce us to this, to Consider the Necessities of our Souls, and the Benefits which they shall derive from a due Observation of these Days.
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The approving our Souls to God, the promoting all Piety and Vertue in them, and the fitting them for Heaven do require this of us,
The approving our Souls to God, the promoting all Piety and Virtue in them, and the fitting them for Heaven do require this of us,
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as this is an Excellent Means to promote such good Effects.
as this is an Excellent Means to promote such good Effects.
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As the Sabbath was made for Man, so 'tis not without great Advantage to himself, that he dedicates it to God.
As the Sabbath was made for Man, so it's not without great Advantage to himself, that he dedicates it to God.
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By the proper Employments of this Day, as necessary, and fit Means, We are to be cleansed from our Sins,
By the proper Employments of this Day, as necessary, and fit Means, We Are to be cleansed from our Sins,
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and freed from the Bondage of our Iniquities: By these we are to be advanced in every weak and defective Grace and Vertue,
and freed from the Bondage of our Iniquities: By these we Are to be advanced in every weak and defective Grace and Virtue,
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and to be inur'd to the noblest Exercise of our Mind and Reason, the contemplating, Praising, Adoring, and Loving of God.
and to be inured to the Noblest Exercise of our Mind and Reason, the contemplating, Praising, Adoring, and Loving of God.
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To converse much with God tends to make our Faces shine like that of Moses; to transform us into the Divine Likeness from Glory to Glory.
To converse much with God tends to make our Faces shine like that of Moses; to transform us into the Divine Likeness from Glory to Glory.
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And to say heartily, with our Holy Church, Lord, have Mercy upon us, and encline our Hearts to keep this Law. Amen.
And to say heartily, with our Holy Church, Lord, have Mercy upon us, and incline our Hearts to keep this Law. Amen.
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And now, I hope, we are all disposed to Remember and Keep Holy the Sabbath Day:
And now, I hope, we Are all disposed to remember and Keep Holy the Sabbath Day:
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as well as the most Desirable Glory and Love of God in the World, and the Everlasting Salvation of Souls.
as well as the most Desirable Glory and Love of God in the World, and the Everlasting Salvation of Souls.
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O let not any plead for the allowing Servants that time to be spent in Worldly Pleasures and Recreations,
O let not any plead for the allowing Servants that time to be spent in Worldly Pleasures and Recreations,
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And certainly the fittest time for this is, or might be, with most Families, the Evening of the Lord's Day, after Publick Worship is over.
And Certainly the Fittest time for this is, or might be, with most Families, the Evening of the Lord's Day, After Public Worship is over.
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then there must of necessity be some sit time set apart for the performance of it.
then there must of necessity be Some fit time Set apart for the performance of it.
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But if the Religious Instruction of Families be due to them from their Head and Governour,
But if the Religious Instruction of Families be due to them from their Head and Governor,
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And that Master is first himself unfaithful to God and his Servant, who does not look after the Religion of his Servant.
And that Master is First himself unfaithful to God and his Servant, who does not look After the Religion of his Servant.
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That barbarous Man, then, has no true Love to his Child, who takes no care about his Religion, which more than any thing would promote his Present Welfare, besides his Eternal Happiness:
That barbarous Man, then, has no true Love to his Child, who Takes no care about his Religion, which more than any thing would promote his Present Welfare, beside his Eternal Happiness:
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which is best done by teaching them Religion.
which is best done by teaching them Religion.
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for that Love will necessarily teach him, that he must endeavour to prevent the Ruine, and promote the Welfare of those, especially, who are under his Authority and Care;
for that Love will necessarily teach him, that he must endeavour to prevent the Ruin, and promote the Welfare of those, especially, who Are under his authority and Care;
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Nor can any Man question the Obligation to this, who believes himself bound to the Love of his Neighbour;
Nor can any Man question the Obligation to this, who believes himself bound to the Love of his Neighbour;
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For it is a necessary and inseparable Character of that to endeavour, that all others, whom we can influence, may reverence and obey, and love him too.
For it is a necessary and inseparable Character of that to endeavour, that all Others, whom we can influence, may Reverence and obey, and love him too.
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No Man can question this Care and Endeavour to be a Duty, who believes himself bound to love God:
No Man can question this Care and Endeavour to be a Duty, who believes himself bound to love God:
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And even this Commandment may be reckon'd to intimate this Obligation, in that it requires the Master of the Family to cause, that his Children and Servants do observe this Commandment in particular.
And even this Commandment may be reckoned to intimate this Obligation, in that it requires the Master of the Family to cause, that his Children and Servants do observe this Commandment in particular.
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Often are such commanded to take this Care of their Families in Scripture.
Often Are such commanded to take this Care of their Families in Scripture.
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It cannot be question'd, but 'tis the Duty of those who are Heads of Families, to endeavour the teaching of them, who are under their Authority, the Knowledge and Practice of Religion.
It cannot be questioned, but it's the Duty of those who Are Heads of Families, to endeavour the teaching of them, who Are under their authority, the Knowledge and Practice of Religion.
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and of unfaithful, contumacious and slothful Servants.
and of unfaithful, contumacious and slothful Servants.
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And one may not doubt to say, that if it were so, we should not hear so frequent Complaints of undutiful and profligate Children,
And one may not doubt to say, that if it were so, we should not hear so frequent Complaints of undutiful and profligate Children,
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Great will be the Benefit of this Private Instruction if it be well follow'd;
Great will be the Benefit of this Private Instruction if it be well followed;
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to animate and strengthen the good Resolutions which were rais'd before in their Minds by some other things presented to them.
to animate and strengthen the good Resolutions which were raised before in their Minds by Some other things presented to them.
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Or may serve to continue and improve the good Affections;
Or may serve to continue and improve the good Affections;
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Besides, This may call to mind what they did not heed in Publick, or what they have forgotten:
Beside, This may call to mind what they did not heed in Public, or what they have forgotten:
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And that particular Application in Private Instruction, and Discourse, of things which were deliver'd to a whole Congregation in Publick, is very necessary and useful to give them a due and lasting Impression:
And that particular Application in Private Instruction, and Discourse, of things which were Delivered to a Whole Congregation in Public, is very necessary and useful to give them a due and lasting Impression:
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Private Worship I have said, after the Publick, is necessary to secure, and improve the Benefit of the Publick.
Private Worship I have said, After the Public, is necessary to secure, and improve the Benefit of the Public.
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3. The Obligations which Men lie under to the Instructing and Educating those of their Family in the Knowledge and Practice of our Religion, require the spending some time in Religious Worship in the Family on the Lord's Day.
3. The Obligations which Men lie under to the Instructing and Educating those of their Family in the Knowledge and Practice of our Religion, require the spending Some time in Religious Worship in the Family on the Lord's Day.
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if they give themselves leave so quickly to apply themselves to the Pleasures of this World.
if they give themselves leave so quickly to apply themselves to the Pleasures of this World.
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And it will be no wonder, that Men are lovers of Pleasures more then lovers of God,
And it will be no wonder, that Men Are lovers of Pleasures more then lovers of God,
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when our Minds are immediately taken up with Worldly Affairs as soon as we go from the Publick Worship.
when our Minds Are immediately taken up with Worldly Affairs as soon as we go from the Public Worship.
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and to render it Unfruitful, as our Saviour intimates, we give them the greatest advantage, that can be, to do so,
and to render it Unfruitful, as our Saviour intimates, we give them the greatest advantage, that can be, to do so,
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if the Cares of this World, and the deceitfulness of Riches are things in their own nature apt to choak the Word,
if the Cares of this World, and the deceitfulness of Riches Are things in their own nature apt to choke the Word,
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And if it be not fit nor safe (says he) to return presently to our Worldly Business, much less can it be tolerable to go to merry Entertainments. (Bp. of Ely in his Mensa Mystica ) Certainly,
And if it be not fit nor safe (Says he) to return presently to our Worldly Business, much less can it be tolerable to go to merry Entertainments. (Bishop of Ely in his Mensa Mystica) Certainly,
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and the Exercises of the Love of God.
and the Exercises of the Love of God.
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so it must needs be extreamly noxious and hurtful to sink our selves immediately into Earthly Employments, just after our Souls have been warmed with Devotion,
so it must needs be extremely noxious and hurtful to sink our selves immediately into Earthly Employments, just After our Souls have been warmed with Devotion,
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As it is pernicious (says a Learned and Pious Father of our Church) after Exercise to go and wash in cold Water;
As it is pernicious (Says a Learned and Pious Father of our Church) After Exercise to go and wash in cold Water;
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For there will be great danger of loosing all the benefit of the Publick if we immediately return to the Pleasures and Business of this World.
For there will be great danger of losing all the benefit of the Public if we immediately return to the Pleasures and Business of this World.
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And this requires, that we apply our selves to Private Worship when that of the Publick is over, as much as we can.
And this requires, that we apply our selves to Private Worship when that of the Public is over, as much as we can.
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then, to spend the Day in such Duties, as entirely as we can.
then, to spend the Day in such Duties, as entirely as we can.
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and we shall do the former by Consequence, as we do the latter by Design, we have a great deal of Reason,
and we shall do the former by Consequence, as we do the latter by Design, we have a great deal of Reason,
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This is a Day, then, for the working out of our own Salvation, as well as for the Worship and Honour of God;
This is a Day, then, for the working out of our own Salvation, as well as for the Worship and Honour of God;
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and by consequence makes us fit for the Eternal Holy Sabbath that is kept there.
and by consequence makes us fit for the Eternal Holy Sabbath that is kept there.
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To spend this Day in Religious Worship inures us to the Employment, and Happiness of Heaven,
To spend this Day in Religious Worship inures us to the Employment, and Happiness of Heaven,
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and so may be fitted to possess and Enjoy it.
and so may be fitted to possess and Enjoy it.
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and that we may become acquainted with our true Happiness; may come to tast, and relish those things wherein it does chiefly lie;
and that we may become acquainted with our true Happiness; may come to taste, and relish those things wherein it does chiefly lie;
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He calls us to the proper Employments of this Day, that we may be wean'd from this vain World on which we are too apt to Dote;
He calls us to the proper Employments of this Day, that we may be weaned from this vain World on which we Are too apt to Dote;
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And by this means, the Tranquility and Peace of Families, the Easiness, the Usefulness, the Comfort of all in it to one another would be mightily encreas'd,
And by this means, the Tranquillity and Peace of Families, the Easiness, the Usefulness, the Comfort of all in it to one Another would be mightily increased,
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and while he endeavours to revive, continue or improve the good Impressions which they receiv'd in publick, he will promote his own.
and while he endeavours to revive, continue or improve the good Impressions which they received in public, he will promote his own.
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To conclude, He who thus endeavours to instruct his Family, will instruct himself in doing it;
To conclude, He who thus endeavours to instruct his Family, will instruct himself in doing it;
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than that it should be spent in Pleasure and Recreation, and so that they be never duly instructed in the Religion by which they must be sav'd.
than that it should be spent in Pleasure and Recreation, and so that they be never duly instructed in the Religion by which they must be saved.
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And then 'tis more reasonable, sure, that some such time on the Lord's Day be set apart for it,
And then it's more reasonable, sure, that Some such time on the Lord's Day be Set apart for it,
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If by a hard and constant Labour, and a great deal of Business, any Mens Servants are hinder'd from having any Recreation all the Week, they are also thereby hinder'd, without doubt, from receiving this Instruction too:
If by a hard and constant Labour, and a great deal of Business, any Men's Servants Are hindered from having any Recreation all the Week, they Are also thereby hindered, without doubt, from receiving this Instruction too:
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while the deplorable Decay of Religion amongst us, and the frequent Ruine of Young Persons do so loudly proclaim the common neglect of this necessary and important Duty.
while the deplorable Decay of Religion among us, and the frequent Ruin of Young Persons do so loudly proclaim the Common neglect of this necessary and important Duty.
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Exodus 20.8. Remember the Sabbath Day to keep it Holy. THE Great God, that made us, requires the Homage of our Adoration and Worship:
Exodus 20.8. remember the Sabbath Day to keep it Holy. THE Great God, that made us, requires the Homage of our Adoration and Worship:
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And this is due to his Excellent Majesty and Greatness, This becomes our Dependance upon Him,
And this is due to his Excellent Majesty and Greatness, This becomes our Dependence upon Him,
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and the Obligations which we lie under both to his Greatness and his Goodness.
and the Obligations which we lie under both to his Greatness and his goodness.
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Besides, It is the greatest Honour that we can do our selves, to be employ'd thus, it is the highest End that we were made for,
Beside, It is the greatest Honour that we can do our selves, to be employed thus, it is the highest End that we were made for,
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and is the Noble Employment of the Glorious Seraphim.
and is the Noble Employment of the Glorious Seraphim.
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And this work must needs be more than any thing else to our Profit and Advantage:
And this work must needs be more than any thing Else to our Profit and Advantage:
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For in this we have Communion with the chief Good, and we hold a happy converse with Him who is most ready,
For in this we have Communion with the chief Good, and we hold a happy converse with Him who is most ready,
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and most highly pleased to exercise his Goodness.
and most highly pleased to exercise his goodness.
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In this Command our Gracious God has done us the Honour and the Favour to require, That we should set apart one Day in Seven, from all other Imployments, to be spent in his peculiar Presence,
In this Command our Gracious God has done us the Honour and the Favour to require, That we should Set apart one Day in Seven, from all other Employments, to be spent in his peculiar Presence,
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and, as it were, in his Company;
and, as it were, in his Company;
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to acquaint our selves with him, and be at Peace, to derive a peace from thence which the World cannot give;
to acquaint our selves with him, and be At Peace, to derive a peace from thence which the World cannot give;
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a Day to seek and enjoy in the use of Divine Ordinances, His Spiritual and Eternal Blessings, the best Communications of infinite Almighty Love.
a Day to seek and enjoy in the use of Divine Ordinances, His Spiritual and Eternal Blessings, the best Communications of infinite Almighty Love.
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These words which I have read, contain the substance of the Command:
These words which I have read, contain the substance of the Command:
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In speaking to them, I shall decline the falling into any of the Controversies about it;
In speaking to them, I shall decline the falling into any of the Controversies about it;
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because I cannot well acquit my self in medling with them without entring into a large,
Because I cannot well acquit my self in meddling with them without entering into a large,
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and entire Confideration of this Commandment, which would be too long a task for this place,
and entire Consideration of this Commandment, which would be too long a task for this place,
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and is reserv'd, if it may please God, for Another. I purpose now, by Gods Assistance, to insist upon these Two Heads of Discourse.
and is reserved, if it may please God, for another. I purpose now, by God's Assistance, to insist upon these Two Heads of Discourse.
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1. To shew what Observation of Sabbaths we must Charge our selves with, according to this Command.
1. To show what Observation of Sabbaths we must Charge our selves with, according to this Command.
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2. I shall with some fit Arguments endeavour to urge and perswade Men to it.
2. I shall with Some fit Arguments endeavour to urge and persuade Men to it.
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And this I shall do in compliance with those wise and pious Injunctions of His Majesty lately Publish'd, One of which is this, That the Clergy do use their utmost Endeavour, that the Lords Day be Religiously observ'd, that they set a good Example to the People,
And this I shall do in compliance with those wise and pious Injunctions of His Majesty lately Published, One of which is this, That the Clergy do use their utmost Endeavour, that the lords Day be Religiously observed, that they Set a good Exampl to the People,
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and exhort them frequently to their Duty herein.
and exhort them frequently to their Duty herein.
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Let us see, First, what is contained and required in this Command, concerning the Observation of Sabbaths.
Let us see, First, what is contained and required in this Command, Concerning the Observation of Sabbaths.
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And we may take notice, that the word Sabbath in the Hebrew Language signifies Rest or Cessation:
And we may take notice, that the word Sabbath in the Hebrew Language signifies Rest or Cessation:
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And so the Command must be understood to require a day of Rest; of separation from all worldly Business;
And so the Command must be understood to require a day of Rest; of separation from all worldly Business;
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and whereon we should as much as is possible lay it aside, and withdraw even our Thoughts,
and whereon we should as much as is possible lay it aside, and withdraw even our Thoughts,
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as well as our Hands from it. But we must further Observe;
as well as our Hands from it. But we must further Observe;
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It is not an idle slothful Rest which is the design of the Command, or that we should do nothing else when we lay aside our common worldly Employments.
It is not an idle slothful Rest which is the Design of the Command, or that we should do nothing Else when we lay aside our Common worldly Employments.
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It is added therefore, that we must Keep the Day Holy. Now we keep a Day Holy,
It is added Therefore, that we must Keep the Day Holy. Now we keep a Day Holy,
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when we spend it in Contemplating, Praising, and Worshiping of God.
when we spend it in Contemplating, Praising, and Worshipping of God.
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A Day is capable of Holiness in no other sense, than as it is devoted to God for Religious Worship:
A Day is capable of Holiness in no other sense, than as it is devoted to God for Religious Worship:
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And when God by his Appointment sets it apart for his Worship, then does he Sanctifie or Hallow it:
And when God by his Appointment sets it apart for his Worship, then does he Sanctify or Hallow it:
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And when we observe it as so set apart, then do we keep it Holy. In a word;
And when we observe it as so Set apart, then do we keep it Holy. In a word;
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This Commandment requires such a Rest on this Day as is consistent with, and necessary to, a due Performance of Religious Worship;
This Commandment requires such a Rest on this Day as is consistent with, and necessary to, a due Performance of Religious Worship;
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And such a performance of Religious Worship as is consistent with a due and necessary Refreshment, and Rest of our selves.
And such a performance of Religious Worship as is consistent with a due and necessary Refreshment, and Rest of our selves.
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That we may the more distinctly understand this matter, I shall severally insist a little both upon the Rest,
That we may the more distinctly understand this matter, I shall severally insist a little both upon the Rest,
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and upon the Imployment, or Worship which this Day is to be taken up with. In the first Place;
and upon the Employment, or Worship which this Day is to be taken up with. In the First Place;
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Let us consider the Rest which it Requires. And here I shall not insist, as is usual, upon this;
Let us Consider the Rest which it Requires. And Here I shall not insist, as is usual, upon this;
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That we must Rest from the Works of Iniquity on this Day; because this is required of us, not on this Day only but at all times.
That we must Rest from the Works of Iniquity on this Day; Because this is required of us, not on this Day only but At all times.
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Tho we may reckon that we are especially obliged to such a Rest on this Day:
Tho we may reckon that we Are especially obliged to such a Rest on this Day:
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Because the Wickedness committed on an Holy Day is attended with a double and more enormous Guilt;
Because the Wickedness committed on an Holy Day is attended with a double and more enormous Gilded;
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it has in it the profanation of a Sabbath, besides its Contrariety to some other Command.
it has in it the profanation of a Sabbath, beside its Contrariety to Some other Command.
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But I shall insist upon these two particulars following.
But I shall insist upon these two particulars following.
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1. We must Rest from all Exercise of Body or Mind about our common and worldly Business and Callings, on this Day.
1. We must Rest from all Exercise of Body or Mind about our Common and worldly Business and Callings, on this Day.
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This we may see particularly mentioned in the Commandment;
This we may see particularly mentioned in the Commandment;
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For it says to us of this Day, In it thou shalt do no manner of work.
For it Says to us of this Day, In it thou shalt do no manner of work.
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And God Himself by his Prophets thus explains the Obligation of it. This he requires, Isa. 58.13. In these words:
And God Himself by his prophets thus explains the Obligation of it. This he requires, Isaiah 58.13. In these words:
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If thou turn away thy foot from the Sabbath from doing thy Pleasure on my Holy Day;
If thou turn away thy foot from the Sabbath from doing thy Pleasure on my Holy Day;
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That is, from following thine own Business, and worldly Calling; For that is what he means by our Pleasure there.
That is, from following thine own Business, and worldly Calling; For that is what he means by our Pleasure there.
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It appears in that Scripture that God requires such a Rest, in that he makes it the condition of his bestowing those Blessings which he had promised the Children of Israel upon their keeping his Commandments.
It appears in that Scripture that God requires such a Rest, in that he makes it the condition of his bestowing those Blessings which he had promised the Children of Israel upon their keeping his commandments.
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And we may find this Observation of Sabbaths again directed in Jer. 17.24. Where God by his Prophet requires, That no burden be brought through the Gates of the City on the Sabbath day;
And we may find this Observation of Sabbaths again directed in Jer. 17.24. Where God by his Prophet requires, That no burden be brought through the Gates of the city on the Sabbath day;
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and that they should Hallow it, by doing no work therein. And that he might enforce this Direction,
and that they should Hallow it, by doing no work therein. And that he might enforce this Direction,
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and perswade them to Observe it, he promises if they would do so to afford them one of the greatest Blessings that a Nation can enjoy, in ver. 25. Then (says he) shall there enter into this City Kings and Princes, sitting upon the Throne of David,
and persuade them to Observe it, he promises if they would do so to afford them one of the greatest Blessings that a nation can enjoy, in ver. 25. Then (Says he) shall there enter into this city Kings and Princes, sitting upon the Throne of David,
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and their City he adds, should remain for ever. The meaning is, he would bless them with a long continuance of their Royal Family,
and their city he adds, should remain for ever. The meaning is, he would bless them with a long Continuance of their Royal Family,
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and of the Dominion and Prosperity of that, which is a thing of mighty Importance to the Welfare and Prosperity of any Nation:
and of the Dominion and Prosperity of that, which is a thing of mighty Importance to the Welfare and Prosperity of any nation:
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For this would be to provide for the maintaining of their Unity among themselves, for their Peace and Settlement;
For this would be to provide for the maintaining of their Unity among themselves, for their Peace and Settlement;
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and by consequence for the Improvement of their strength against all Forreign Enemies:
and by consequence for the Improvement of their strength against all Foreign Enemies:
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And this would be the likeliest means to effect, that their City, or State should endure for ever.
And this would be the likeliest means to Effect, that their city, or State should endure for ever.
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We must rest, then, from common worldly Employments on these days: And must not only with-hold our Bodies, but withdraw our Minds also from such Employments.
We must rest, then, from Common worldly Employments on these days: And must not only withhold our Bodies, but withdraw our Minds also from such Employments.
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As worldly Labour would divert and detain us from the proper work of the Day,
As worldly Labour would divert and detain us from the proper work of the Day,
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so the engaging of our minds in worldly Concerns would hinder the due performance of that Work.
so the engaging of our minds in worldly Concerns would hinder the due performance of that Work.
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And certainly all such Application of Mind and Thought, or of the Discourse and Conversation to such Business,
And Certainly all such Application of Mind and Thought, or of the Discourse and Conversation to such Business,
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as diverts us from Religious Worship, or as distracts our Minds in the performance of it is unlawful on this Day.
as diverts us from Religious Worship, or as distracts our Minds in the performance of it is unlawful on this Day.
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He that Worships God, Our Saviour says, must Worship him in Spirit and in Truth; But this a Man can never do while his Heart is after his Covetousness:
He that Worships God, Our Saviour Says, must Worship him in Spirit and in Truth; But this a Man can never do while his Heart is After his Covetousness:
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And we may observe, it is a matter of Rebuke, That Men drew nigh to God with their Lips,
And we may observe, it is a matter of Rebuke, That Men drew High to God with their Lips,
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and Worshiped him with their Mouths, while their Hearts were far from him.
and Worshipped him with their Mouths, while their Hearts were Far from him.
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This Instance of Rest we are directed to by the Wise and Pious Law of the Kingdom,
This Instance of Rest we Are directed to by the Wise and Pious Law of the Kingdom,
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and by the true Doctrine of our Church.
and by the true Doctrine of our Church.
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The Law says (2 Cor. 29.) All Persons shall on every Lords Day apply themselves to the Observation of the same, by the Exercising themselves in the Duties of Piety and true Religion publickly and privately;
The Law Says (2 Cor. 29.) All Persons shall on every lords Day apply themselves to the Observation of the same, by the Exercising themselves in the Duties of Piety and true Religion publicly and privately;
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and no Tradesman shall do or Exercise any Worldly Labour.
and no Tradesman shall do or Exercise any Worldly Labour.
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And the Doctrine of our Holy Church in the case is, That by this Commandment we ought to have a time,
And the Doctrine of our Holy Church in the case is, That by this Commandment we ought to have a time,
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as one Day in the Week, wherein we ought to rest, yea, from our lawful and needful Works. And again it says;
as one Day in the Week, wherein we ought to rest, yea, from our lawful and needful Works. And again it Says;
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God has given express Charge to all Men, that upon the Sabbath Day, which is now our Sunday, they should cease from all weekly and work-day Labour.
God has given express Charge to all Men, that upon the Sabbath Day, which is now our Sunday, they should cease from all weekly and workday Labour.
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[ Hom. of Place and Time of Prayer.
[ Hom. of Place and Time of Prayer.
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] Yet I must add, according to that Sermon referr'd to, That we are not bound to observe the Rest of this Day in the same strictness as the Command seems to have required it of the Jews:
] Yet I must add, according to that Sermon referred to, That we Are not bound to observe the Rest of this Day in the same strictness as the Command seems to have required it of the jews:
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It may be said therefore, That a Man may, in a pressing Necessity, do a small matter relating to his common worldly Business on this Day, to prevent a great Damage and Mischief.
It may be said Therefore, That a Man may, in a pressing Necessity, do a small matter relating to his Common worldly Business on this Day, to prevent a great Damage and Mischief.
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And the Works of an ordinary Calling may be follow'd, so far as Necessity and Charity require, that is, in tending and administring to the Sick,
And the Works of an ordinary Calling may be followed, so Far as Necessity and Charity require, that is, in tending and administering to the Sick,
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or in the providing of Food for the Day.
or in the providing of Food for the Day.
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And, doubtless, we may labour hard, if such a sad Occasion should call for it, to quench a raging Fire,
And, doubtless, we may labour hard, if such a sad Occasion should call for it, to quench a raging Fire,
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or repel the Assaults of an Enemy in a lawful War, or to take or gain an Advantage against him.
or repel the Assaults of an Enemy in a lawful War, or to take or gain an Advantage against him.
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2. The Rest requir'd on this Day, forbids all such Recreation as would hinder, or render us unfit for, the sanctifying of the Day in the due performance of Religious Worship It forbids that we let the Recreation and Refreshment of the Body take up more of this Sacred Time than is absolutely necessary to it:
2. The Rest required on this Day, forbids all such Recreation as would hinder, or render us unfit for, the sanctifying of the Day in the due performance of Religious Worship It forbids that we let the Recreation and Refreshment of the Body take up more of this Sacred Time than is absolutely necessary to it:
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That we indulge our selves to Ease and Pleasure, and neglect the Worship of God.
That we indulge our selves to Ease and Pleasure, and neglect the Worship of God.
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And it forbids the Use of any such sorts of Recreations for the kind, as do contradict that solemn and serious Temper of Mind which becomes a Holy Day,
And it forbids the Use of any such sorts of Recreations for the kind, as do contradict that solemn and serious Temper of Mind which becomes a Holy Day,
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and is necessary to the reverent and solemn performance of the Holy Duties of it.
and is necessary to the reverend and solemn performance of the Holy Duties of it.
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The main Business of the Day must be chiefly attended upon, that is, the Worship of God;
The main Business of the Day must be chiefly attended upon, that is, the Worship of God;
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and whatever does needlesly interrupt or prejudice our performance of that, must be avoided on this Day.
and whatever does needlessly interrupt or prejudice our performance of that, must be avoided on this Day.
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If a Day be dedicated to God, every part of it belongs to him; and no more of it than necessity requires, can justly be appropriated to our selves.
If a Day be dedicated to God, every part of it belongs to him; and no more of it than necessity requires, can justly be appropriated to our selves.
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Tho', perhaps, somewhat more, than is meerly necessary, of Recreation, for the refreshment and support of our frail Body, may be used at other times;
Though, perhaps, somewhat more, than is merely necessary, of Recreation, for the refreshment and support of our frail Body, may be used At other times;
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yet, certainly, we may allow our selves no more than this on the Lord's Day.
yet, Certainly, we may allow our selves no more than this on the Lord's Day.
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It is worth observing, what a Learned and Pious Divine of our Church says, concerning Recreations on the Lord's Day, which I shall therefore largely insert in this Discourse.
It is worth observing, what a Learned and Pious Divine of our Church Says, Concerning Recreations on the Lord's Day, which I shall Therefore largely insert in this Discourse.
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Recreation (says he) and Pleasure on any part of this Day, does more dangerously steal away our Hearts from Holy Duties,
Recreation (Says he) and Pleasure on any part of this Day, does more dangerously steal away our Hearts from Holy Duties,
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and distract and unfit us for the due sanctifying of the Day, than the Works and Labours of our Worldly Calling would do.
and distract and unfit us for the due sanctifying of the Day, than the Works and Labours of our Worldly Calling would do.
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Because Men commonly perform the Business of their Worldly Callings, not so much for it self,
Because Men commonly perform the Business of their Worldly Callings, not so much for it self,
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or out of love to that, as for the sake of Worldly Profit and Pleasure, which they hope to derive from it.
or out of love to that, as for the sake of Worldly Profit and Pleasure, which they hope to derive from it.
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But Pleasure they love, and seek for it self;
But Pleasure they love, and seek for it self;
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and do often so adhere to and dote upon this, that for the sake of it they neglect their Worldly Business and Profit,
and do often so adhere to and dote upon this, that for the sake of it they neglect their Worldly Business and Profit,
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and also even the necessary Care for the salvation of their Souls.
and also even the necessary Care for the salvation of their Souls.
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He says, therefore, to them who are wearied with the Labour of the Week, the Rest on the Lord's Day from Labour, is the best and fittest Recreation,
He Says, Therefore, to them who Are wearied with the Labour of the Week, the Rest on the Lord's Day from Labour, is the best and Fittest Recreation,
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for the refreshing of their Bodies:
for the refreshing of their Bodies:
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And if they have a good sence and relish of Divine Things, and can take the delight they ought in Religious Performances, these will be sufficient Pleasure and Recreation to them.
And if they have a good sense and relish of Divine Things, and can take the delight they ought in Religious Performances, these will be sufficient Pleasure and Recreation to them.
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And who can reasonably think, (as he says further) that, when a Man is tired with his Week's Labour, the violent Exercises which are required to many Recreations,
And who can reasonably think, (as he Says further) that, when a Man is tired with his Week's Labour, the violent Exercises which Are required to many Recreations,
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and the Bodily Labour requisite to the most, should recreate him more than Devout Prayers, hearing the Word of God, singing his Praises,
and the Bodily Labour requisite to the most, should recreate him more than Devout Prayers, hearing the Word of God, singing his Praises,
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and holding Religious Conferences with Fellow-Christians.
and holding Religious Conferences with Fellow-Christians.
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But if Servants and labouring People must have their Time of Recreation, Why must it be borrow'd from the Lord's Day? Rather should they, who employ them, spare them some of their own time,
But if Servants and labouring People must have their Time of Recreation, Why must it be borrowed from the Lord's Day? Rather should they, who employ them, spare them Some of their own time,
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than lay Sacrilegious Hands upon that which is consecrated and devoted to God.
than lay Sacrilegious Hands upon that which is consecrated and devoted to God.
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Thus far that excellent Author leads us in this matter. ( Downham in his Guide to Godliness. ) I doubt not therefore to say, That as the whole Day is consecrate to God, it ought to be imploy'd in Religious Worship, either Publick or Private,
Thus Far that excellent Author leads us in this matter. (Downham in his Guide to Godliness.) I doubt not Therefore to say, That as the Whole Day is consecrate to God, it ought to be employed in Religious Worship, either Public or Private,
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so far as this may be done without manifest hurt, and too much weariness.
so Far as this may be done without manifest hurt, and too much weariness.
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And then, the Use of Worldly Pleasure and Recreation on this Day, is as largely forbid as Worldly Labour and Business, that is, entirely;
And then, the Use of Worldly Pleasure and Recreation on this Day, is as largely forbid as Worldly Labour and Business, that is, entirely;
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excepting what Necessity or Mercy requires to be used. Thus much may suffice, to shew what Rest and Cessation is required on this Day.
excepting what Necessity or Mercy requires to be used. Thus much may suffice, to show what Rest and Cessation is required on this Day.
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I proceed now to the second thing proposed, which is, To Represent what Employment or Work this Commandment requires for the due sanctifying of this Day:
I proceed now to the second thing proposed, which is, To Represent what Employment or Work this Commandment requires for the due sanctifying of this Day:
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For as we may profane the Day by doing Evil, or COmmon Works needlesly; so we may prophane it too, by doing Nothing.
For as we may profane the Day by doing Evil, or Common Works needlessly; so we may profane it too, by doing Nothing.
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To spend it in sloth and idleness, to sleep a great part of it away, is not to keep it Holy.
To spend it in sloth and idleness, to sleep a great part of it away, is not to keep it Holy.
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We must know then, that the Sabbath is to be sanctified or kept holy, especially by such Offices and Works as are strictly and properly religious;
We must know then, that the Sabbath is to be sanctified or kept holy, especially by such Offices and Works as Are strictly and properly religious;
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for tho' God may be honour'd by other good Works, yet these do more directly honour him.
for though God may be honoured by other good Works, yet these doe more directly honour him.
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And therefore Religious Worship is the only proper and due Employment of a Day which is dedicated to the Honour and Service of God.
And Therefore Religious Worship is the only proper and due Employment of a Day which is dedicated to the Honour and Service of God.
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We must adore and worship God on other Days: But we may on them do somewhat else too.
We must adore and worship God on other Days: But we may on them do somewhat Else too.
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But this Day is to be set apart to this; this must be the Main Business and Employment of it.
But this Day is to be Set apart to this; this must be the Main Business and Employment of it.
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It must therefore be ordinarily taken up in such Exercises as these following: In Reading and Hearing the Word of God;
It must Therefore be ordinarily taken up in such Exercises as these following: In Reading and Hearing the Word of God;
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in offering devout Praises and Prayers to him: which things may be done in publick and in private, and ought to be so.
in offering devout Praises and Prayers to him: which things may be done in public and in private, and ought to be so.
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And we ought, as often as opportunity is afforded us, in the Congregation which we join with, to attend upon and receive the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper.
And we ought, as often as opportunity is afforded us, in the Congregation which we join with, to attend upon and receive the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper.
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Some time on this Day, too, should be spent by Masters of Families, and all others, who have young Persons under their Government and Care, in the instructing Children and Servants in the Doctrins and Duties of our Religion,
some time on this Day, too, should be spent by Masters of Families, and all Others, who have young Persons under their Government and Care, in the instructing Children and Servants in the Doctrines and Duties of our Religion,
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and in training them up in the way of Salvation.
and in training them up in the Way of Salvation.
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I shall now suggest some General Rules, by by which our Religious Worship, on this Day, must be managed, that we may rightly and wisely sanctifie it.
I shall now suggest Some General Rules, by by which our Religious Worship, on this Day, must be managed, that we may rightly and wisely sanctify it.
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And the Rules to be observ'd in this Matter are these following:
And the Rules to be observed in this Matter Are these following:
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1. Such a Proportion of Time should be spent in the Religious Performances of this Day,
1. Such a Proportion of Time should be spent in the Religious Performances of this Day,
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as is commonly employ'd in our Worldly Business on other Days.
as is commonly employed in our Worldly Business on other Days.
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It would be a very unbecoming partiality, if we should make long Days in the Service of Ourselves,
It would be a very unbecoming partiality, if we should make long Days in the Service of Ourselves,
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and but short ones in the Worship of God.
and but short ones in the Worship of God.
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And a very foolish difference we should thus make between Sabbaths and other Days, with respect to our own greatest interest and advantage.
And a very foolish difference we should thus make between Sabbaths and other Days, with respect to our own greatest Interest and advantage.
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How absurdly should we manage our selves, if we should spend six long Days in the Week in pursuing our Worldly Temporal Interests,
How absurdly should we manage our selves, if we should spend six long Days in the Week in pursuing our Worldly Temporal Interests,
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and put off our Souls with but one, and that a very short one, employ'd to promote the Eternal Interests of them:
and put off our Souls with but one, and that a very short one, employed to promote the Eternal Interests of them:
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If we late begin and soon end the happy and advantageous Employment of a Sabbath, which would improve us in Grace and Vertue, in the glorious likeness of God, and in fitness for Heaven.
If we late begin and soon end the happy and advantageous Employment of a Sabbath, which would improve us in Grace and Virtue, in the glorious likeness of God, and in fitness for Heaven.
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But to this Matter it must be added, That if any do too eagerly follow their Worldly Business on other Days,
But to this Matter it must be added, That if any do too eagerly follow their Worldly Business on other Days,
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and over-tire themselves and their Servants with it, this is not to be made a Rule for the Proportion of Time which they must spend in Religious Exercises on the Sabbath Day.
and over-tire themselves and their Servants with it, this is not to be made a Rule for the Proportion of Time which they must spend in Religious Exercises on the Sabbath Day.
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And if we take care to employ, as well as we can, the whole Day in Religious Duties:
And if we take care to employ, as well as we can, the Whole Day in Religious Duties:
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We may also take care not to make the proper Work of the Day a Toil or Burden to our selves or others.
We may also take care not to make the proper Work of the Day a Toil or Burden to our selves or Others.
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2. We must always prefer the Publick Worship, before that which is Private, and attend that, rather than this, when we can.
2. We must always prefer the Public Worship, before that which is Private, and attend that, rather than this, when we can.
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We must know, That the chief End of setting apart this Day, for the performance of Religious Exercises, was, to promote and serve the Publick Worship of God:
We must know, That the chief End of setting apart this Day, for the performance of Religious Exercises, was, to promote and serve the Public Worship of God:
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That an appointed certain Time being setled, the multitude of People might so order their Affairs,
That an appointed certain Time being settled, the multitude of People might so order their Affairs,
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as to come together to Worship, and know when to do so.
as to come together to Worship, and know when to do so.
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Our Saviour commands, That our Light should so shine before Men, that they, seeing our good Works, might glorifie our Father which is in Heaven.
Our Saviour commands, That our Light should so shine before Men, that they, seeing our good Works, might Glorify our Father which is in Heaven.
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Which certainly requires this, among other things, That we worship God in Publick, and with the Congregation of Worshippers, as often as we can.
Which Certainly requires this, among other things, That we worship God in Public, and with the Congregation of Worshippers, as often as we can.
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This, as it is a more notorious and visible way of paying him due homage, and doing him honour, does therefore do him the more honour.
This, as it is a more notorious and visible Way of paying him due homage, and doing him honour, does Therefore do him the more honour.
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The greatest and most important Blessings of Heaven are very general and common ones; such as are either given or offer'd to us all:
The greatest and most important Blessings of Heaven Are very general and Common ones; such as Are either given or offered to us all:
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These, then, we should join to pray, or to give thanks for, and assemble our selves to receive them.
These, then, we should join to pray, or to give thanks for, and assemble our selves to receive them.
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We best acknowledge the Creator's Infinite Bounty, his Universal Providence, and the Riches of Redeeming Love,
We best acknowledge the Creator's Infinite Bounty, his Universal Providence, and the Riches of Redeeming Love,
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when many of us assemble to seek or give thanks for the Favours and Blessings of these.
when many of us assemble to seek or give thanks for the Favours and Blessings of these.
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Further, In uniting of our Devotions, we best exercise, and shew our mutual Charity and Concern for one anothers Happiness;
Further, In uniting of our Devotions, we best exercise, and show our mutual Charity and Concern for one another's Happiness;
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which is highly pleasing to the God of Love, and will render our Devotions the more acceptable to him.
which is highly pleasing to the God of Love, and will render our Devotions the more acceptable to him.
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Private Devotion, especially when this is unproportionably used, is apt to be tinctur'd too much with self-love,
Private Devotion, especially when this is unproportionably used, is apt to be tinctured too much with Self-love,
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and to concern it self for others only so far as their welfare seems necessary to our own.
and to concern it self for Others only so Far as their welfare seems necessary to our own.
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But Publick Worship enlarges the Heart, and tends to possess us with a more Publick Concern:
But Public Worship enlarges the Heart, and tends to possess us with a more Public Concern:
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As the choice and preference of this shews, that we have already somewhat of a Publick Spirit.
As the choice and preference of this shows, that we have already somewhat of a Public Spirit.
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Yet further, to recommend this, it may be added, This is more likely than Private Worship to be advantageous to our selves.
Yet further, to recommend this, it may be added, This is more likely than Private Worship to be advantageous to our selves.
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For when in the Publick Assembly we unite our Hearts in the same Requests, we help one another to succeed and prevail.
For when in the Public Assembly we unite our Hearts in the same Requests, we help one Another to succeed and prevail.
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Our Saviour intimates this, when he says, Where two or three are gathered together in my Name, there will I be in the midst of them.
Our Saviour intimates this, when he Says, Where two or three Are gathered together in my Name, there will I be in the midst of them.
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While each one Prays, no only for himself, but for the rest that are present, in saying, not I,
While each one Prays, no only for himself, but for the rest that Are present, in saying, not I,
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but We, to his Petitions, we do in the Language of a Devout Person, ( Tertul. in Towerson ) make a Party, by which we besiege Heaven with our Prayers.
but We, to his Petitions, we do in the Language of a Devout Person, (Tertulian in Towerson) make a Party, by which we besiege Heaven with our Prayers.
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We must then, when we can, constantly attend upon the Publick Worship;
We must then, when we can, constantly attend upon the Public Worship;
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and reckon the Private never to be perform'd at the same time, but when we are unavoidably hindred from attending on that.
and reckon the Private never to be performed At the same time, but when we Are avoidable hindered from attending on that.
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The proper time for private Worship on the Lord's Day, is, when that in Publick is at an end, or not yet begun.
The proper time for private Worship on the Lord's Day, is, when that in Public is At an end, or not yet begun.
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3. The last Rule I shall mention is this:
3. The last Rule I shall mention is this:
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Any of those Religious Exereises, which are the proper Work of this Day, may give place for a little while to those Offices of Charity,
Any of those Religious Exercises, which Are the proper Work of this Day, may give place for a little while to those Offices of Charity,
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and Mercy which call for a present attendance.
and Mercy which call for a present attendance.
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St. Paul Ordain'd and Allow'd, the Collection of Charitable Contributions for the relief of the Poor, to be made in the Church of Corinth, when the Congregation were Assembled to Worship;
Saint Paul Ordained and Allowed, the Collection of Charitable Contributions for the relief of the Poor, to be made in the Church of Corinth, when the Congregation were Assembled to Worship;
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as he is commonly understood in what he says, 1 Cor. 16.2.
as he is commonly understood in what he Says, 1 Cor. 16.2.
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We may spend some of this Sacred time in Visiting the Sick, in Ministring to those that need our attendance, in Comforting the Sad and Afflicted,
We may spend Some of this Sacred time in Visiting the Sick, in Ministering to those that need our attendance, in Comforting the Sad and Afflicted,
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and in Labouring to reconcile those that are at Variance. And even the Jewish strictness of Observing this Day, did allow the feeding of Cattle;
and in Labouring to reconcile those that Are At Variance. And even the Jewish strictness of Observing this Day, did allow the feeding of Cattle;
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and the relieving any Beast in distress, and danger of life, on this Day.
and the relieving any Beast in distress, and danger of life, on this Day.
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From our Saviours telling the Pharisees, that the Sabbath was made for Man, not Man for the Sabbath;
From our Saviors telling the Pharisees, that the Sabbath was made for Man, not Man for the Sabbath;
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from his justifying his Disciples in their pulling, and rubbing the Ears of Corn, as they went through the Corn Fields on the Sabbath Day, to satisfie their present hunger;
from his justifying his Disciples in their pulling, and rubbing the Ears of Corn, as they went through the Corn Fields on the Sabbath Day, to satisfy their present hunger;
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and from his most Excellent Example in Healing all the Diseased Persons that presented themselves to him on that Day, we may learn and conclude, that the Religious Worship of the Sabbath may give place to the Exercises of Charity and Mercy,
and from his most Excellent Exampl in Healing all the Diseased Persons that presented themselves to him on that Day, we may Learn and conclude, that the Religious Worship of the Sabbath may give place to the Exercises of Charity and Mercy,
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when the Exigence of our Selves or our Neighbour requires it:
when the Exigence of our Selves or our Neighbour requires it:
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Especially in all such cases as these which our Saviour has allowed, wherein but a small portion of time was diverted from the more proper business of the Day.
Especially in all such cases as these which our Saviour has allowed, wherein but a small portion of time was diverted from the more proper business of the Day.
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And thus I have represented this matter also according to the excellent Doctrine of our Holy Church:
And thus I have represented this matter also according to the excellent Doctrine of our Holy Church:
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Which I shall therefore produce, that I may the more enforce what I have said:
Which I shall Therefore produce, that I may the more enforce what I have said:
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And sure-this will inforce it with all those who have a due Reverence for the Authority of the Church.
And sure-this will enforce it with all those who have a due reverence for the authority of the Church.
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This we find thus speaking, according to the Tenour also of the fore-mentioned Sermon, [ Homily of Time, and Place, of Prayer ] in the Thirteenth Cannon:
This we find thus speaking, according to the Tenor also of the forementioned Sermon, [ Homily of Time, and Place, of Prayer ] in the Thirteenth Cannon:
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Which requires, of all manner of Persons in the Church of England, that they Celebrate,
Which requires, of all manner of Persons in the Church of England, that they Celebrate,
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and keep the Lord's Day, commonly call'd Sunday, and other Holy Days, according to God's Holy Will,
and keep the Lord's Day, commonly called Sunday, and other Holy Days, according to God's Holy Will,
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and Pleasure, and the Orders of the Church of England prescrib'd in that behalf; That is, in hearing the Word of God Read, and Taught; in private, and publick Prayers;
and Pleasure, and the Order of the Church of England prescribed in that behalf; That is, in hearing the Word of God Read, and Taught; in private, and public Prayers;
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in acknowledging their Offences to God, and amendment of the same; in reconciling themselves charitably to their Neighbours, where displeasure hath been;
in acknowledging their Offences to God, and amendment of the same; in reconciling themselves charitably to their Neighbours, where displeasure hath been;
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in oftentimes receiving the Holy Communion of the Body and Blood of Christ; in vifiting of the Poor and Sick, and using all good and sober Conversation.
in oftentimes receiving the Holy Communion of the Body and Blood of christ; in vifiting of the Poor and Sick, and using all good and Sobrium Conversation.
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I have now finish'd the first Head of Discourse:
I have now finished the First Head of Discourse:
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which was to shew, What observation of Sabbaths we must charge our selves with according to this Command.
which was to show, What observation of Sabbaths we must charge our selves with according to this Command.
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I proceed, then, to the Second, which is to urge this by some fit Arguments and Motives;
I proceed, then, to the Second, which is to urge this by Some fit Arguments and Motives;
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and I reckon these following to be such:
and I reckon these following to be such:
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1. We should consider, to this purpose, the very severe and terrible Judgments which God has often remarkably inflicted on those that have been wont to contemn and neglect his Sabbaths.
1. We should Consider, to this purpose, the very severe and terrible Judgments which God has often remarkably inflicted on those that have been wont to contemn and neglect his Sabbaths.
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By these he has sufficiently enforced his Command, and shewn with Evidence enough, and which ought to be considered, that he is angry still with those who despise and break it.
By these he has sufficiently Enforced his Command, and shown with Evidence enough, and which ought to be considered, that he is angry still with those who despise and break it.
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Many that have let themselves be commonly guilty of this Sin, have been remarkably overtaken with Punishment on this very Day;
Many that have let themselves be commonly guilty of this since, have been remarkably overtaken with Punishment on this very Day;
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meeting with some very mischievous accident upon it, or with a sudden Death.
meeting with Some very mischievous accident upon it, or with a sudden Death.
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Many that have thought their poor and strait Circumstances would allow them to encroach upon this Day with their Worldly Business, have been condemn'd to continual Poverty: And, on the contrary;
Many that have Thought their poor and strait circumstances would allow them to encroach upon this Day with their Worldly Business, have been condemned to continual Poverty: And, on the contrary;
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it was the famous Observation of a Great Man amongst us, and in our Age (Judge Hales ) That his Affairs never prosper'd better in the Week following,
it was the famous Observation of a Great Man among us, and in our Age (Judge Hales) That his Affairs never prospered better in the Week following,
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than when he had been most punctual and exact in the due observation of the Sabbath.
than when he had been most punctual and exact in the due observation of the Sabbath.
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And I believe no one Instance can be produced in Contradiction, if I should say, that never did any Estate prosper in the Hands of a Mans Posterity which he gained by letting his Worldly Business encroach upon the Lord's Day.
And I believe no one Instance can be produced in Contradiction, if I should say, that never did any Estate prosper in the Hands of a men Posterity which he gained by letting his Worldly Business encroach upon the Lord's Day.
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Great and terrible Displeasure is exercised against the Contemners of Sabbaths:
Great and terrible Displeasure is exercised against the Contemners of Sabbaths:
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When they fall under a Judicial Hardness of Heart, and are abandoned to the Corruption of the Times, the Temptations of the Devil,
When they fallen under a Judicial Hardness of Heart, and Are abandoned to the Corruption of the Times, the Temptations of the devil,
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and the Exorbitant Power of their own Lusts. And this is a sad Judgment which often befalls them:
and the Exorbitant Power of their own Lusts. And this is a sad Judgement which often befalls them:
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They are often forsaken of God who thus forsake him, and his Worship:
They Are often forsaken of God who thus forsake him, and his Worship:
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and then They fall from one Wickedness to Another, they grow enormously Wicked, and perhaps bring themselves soon to the ruine of all their Felicity in this World, perhaps to an untimely Death.
and then They fallen from one Wickedness to another, they grow enormously Wicked, and perhaps bring themselves soon to the ruin of all their Felicity in this World, perhaps to an untimely Death.
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And tho Hand joyn in Hand in this Wickedness it is not wont to go unpunish'd.
And though Hand join in Hand in this Wickedness it is not wont to go unpunished.
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God's terrible Judgments have fallen heavy upon other Nations and Churches, besides the Jewish, when they neglected and despised his Sabbaths:
God's terrible Judgments have fallen heavy upon other nations and Churches, beside the Jewish, when they neglected and despised his Sabbaths:
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And we need not go far for Instances of this.
And we need not go Far for Instances of this.
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We see a Neighbouring Protestant Church in our days trod down by a Prefidious and Barbarous Tyrant;
We see a Neighbouring Protestant Church in our days trod down by a Perfidious and Barbarous Tyrant;
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in which it was but too common to begin the Sabbath, perhaps, with Publick Worship, and to end it with the Comedy.
in which it was but too Common to begin the Sabbath, perhaps, with Public Worship, and to end it with the Comedy.
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And it must be said to us, that Except we repent, we shall likewise perish: Especially since God has begun in very terrible stroaks to shew his Displeasure against us.
And it must be said to us, that Except we Repent, we shall likewise perish: Especially since God has begun in very terrible Strokes to show his Displeasure against us.
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And we may call to mind, that the greatest, and most formidable Disadvantages to our own Nation,
And we may call to mind, that the greatest, and most formidable Disadvantages to our own nation,
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and which we shall lie under, which are the Schisms and separate Communions, the Division of us into several Factions, the Jealousies,
and which we shall lie under, which Are the Schisms and separate Communions, the Division of us into several Factions, the Jealousies,
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and the Animosities among us, have their chief Date from the time when publick sports on the Lords Day were to have been allow'd by Publick Authority.
and the Animosities among us, have their chief Date from the time when public sports on the lords Day were to have been allowed by Public authority.
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And we know it was, Then, that it pleased God to let ill Men Kindle a Fire of Civil Dissention, in the Gates of our Jerusalem, which devoured the Palaces thereof. (Jer. 17.27.) For our own present Worldly Interest,
And we know it was, Then, that it pleased God to let ill Men Kindle a Fire of Civil Dissension, in the Gates of our Jerusalem, which devoured the Palaces thereof. (Jer. 17.27.) For our own present Worldly Interest,
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then, both Publick and Private, we must charge our selves with a Religious Observation of God's Holy Days.
then, both Public and Private, we must charge our selves with a Religious Observation of God's Holy Days.
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Our Covenant with God does not require us to destroy our Natural Appetites, but only to govern them.
Our Covenant with God does not require us to destroy our Natural Appetites, but only to govern them.
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nor contradict any of our Duties: We must not be lovers of Pleasures more than lovers of God.
nor contradict any of our Duties: We must not be lovers of Pleasures more than lovers of God.
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It is said we renounce the Sinful Lusts of the Flesh; those Desires and Motions of them which would lead us into any Sin:
It is said we renounce the Sinful Lustiest of the Flesh; those Desires and Motions of them which would led us into any since:
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We renounce those guilty Sensualities of Sloth and Idleness, of Gluttony and Drunkenness, Luxury or Uncleanness.
We renounce those guilty Sensualities of Sloth and Idleness, of Gluttony and drunkenness, Luxury or Uncleanness.
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And indeed this requires that we do abridge the Flesh, sometimes, in some measure of its lawful Gratifications;
And indeed this requires that we do abridge the Flesh, sometime, in Some measure of its lawful Gratifications;
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when this is necessary to subdue the Appetites of it, to bring them into Subjection, and render them Governable;
when this is necessary to subdue the Appetites of it, to bring them into Subjection, and render them Governable;
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that we may keep them Innocent, and be our selves always in a readiness to receive and comply with the good Motions of the Holy Spirit.
that we may keep them Innocent, and be our selves always in a readiness to receive and comply with the good Motions of the Holy Spirit.
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This is the first main Branch in our part of the Covenant with God which we are now under. The Second is this;
This is the First main Branch in our part of the Covenant with God which we Are now under. The Second is this;
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That we will believe all the Articles of the Christian Faith.
That we will believe all the Articles of the Christian Faith.
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These the Church has been wont to reckon are summarily comprehended in that which is commonly call'd the Apostles Creed. And it is included under this Head;
These the Church has been wont to reckon Are summarily comprehended in that which is commonly called the Apostles Creed. And it is included under this Head;
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That we will endeavour to know, and understand what things are contained in these Articles:
That we will endeavour to know, and understand what things Are contained in these Articles:
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Especially, since we are told of the Multitudes that came to him, that they were baptized of him in Jordan, confessing their Sins, Matth. 3.6. Without doubt this Confession was in Terms expressing their Godly Sorrow for their Sins, and Resolutions to forsake them.
Especially, since we Are told of the Multitudes that Come to him, that they were baptised of him in Jordan, confessing their Sins, Matthew 3.6. Without doubt this Confessi was in Terms expressing their Godly Sorrow for their Sins, and Resolutions to forsake them.
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And then we may justly believe he Baptised none without Professions and Declarations of this, if they were capable to make them.
And then we may justly believe he Baptised none without Professions and Declarations of this, if they were capable to make them.
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John the Baptist, who was the First Minister of this Sacrament, made Repentance a great part of the Subject of his Preaching.
John the Baptist, who was the First Minister of this Sacrament, made Repentance a great part of the Subject of his Preaching.
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Now we shall find Repentance requir'd of them who come to be Baptised.
Now we shall find Repentance required of them who come to be Baptised.
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for then it follows, That whoever receives Baptism, he does therein testifie, that he binds himself to do such things.
for then it follows, That whoever receives Baptism, he does therein testify, that he binds himself to do such things.
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And this will be sufficiently prov'd if it appears in Scripture, that such things are required of them who are Baptised;
And this will be sufficiently proved if it appears in Scripture, that such things Are required of them who Are Baptised;
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I shall first make it appear, That we were engag'd to the performance of our part in this Covenant at our Baptism.
I shall First make it appear, That we were engaged to the performance of our part in this Covenant At our Baptism.
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and if we do not perform them.
and if we do not perform them.
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we cannot expect ever to obtain them, if we do not remember, that we are engaged to do those Duties mentioned,
we cannot expect ever to obtain them, if we do not Remember, that we Are engaged to do those Duties mentioned,
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And we must reckon upon it, that we have no Right to these Mercies;
And we must reckon upon it, that we have no Right to these mercies;
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or We may recover it upon the Renewal of our engagement, and return to our Duty.
or We may recover it upon the Renewal of our engagement, and return to our Duty.
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This happy Right therefore we retain if we have faithfully kept to the performance of our Duties;
This happy Right Therefore we retain if we have faithfully kept to the performance of our Duties;
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and thereupon were admitted to have Right to these Blessings and Favours; and that this was done at our Baptism.
and thereupon were admitted to have Right to these Blessings and Favours; and that this was done At our Baptism.
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I shall make it appear then, That we are all of us actually engag'd to perform these Duties which have been mention'd;
I shall make it appear then, That we Are all of us actually engaged to perform these Duties which have been mentioned;
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which I proposed to do for a Second Head of Discourse.
which I proposed to do for a Second Head of Discourse.
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But to the Description of this Covenant, it is necessary to add the Demonstration that we are actually under it;
But to the Description of this Covenant, it is necessary to add the Demonstration that we Are actually under it;
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and by which we must expect to be saved.
and by which we must expect to be saved.
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Thus I have shewn what is the Nature and Tenour of that Covenant which we are now under,
Thus I have shown what is the Nature and Tenor of that Covenant which we Are now under,
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and where we shall be perfectly free from all Evil and Affliction for ever; and shall be satisfied with the eternal Communications of infinite and bounteous Love.
and where we shall be perfectly free from all Evil and Affliction for ever; and shall be satisfied with the Eternal Communications of infinite and bounteous Love.
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if they had been stedfast in their Duty, and Obedient to their Maker. We shall be admitted to dwell in the most Blissful Presence of God;
if they had been steadfast in their Duty, and Obedient to their Maker. We shall be admitted to dwell in the most Blissful Presence of God;
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To enjoy that Advanced and Excellent Happiness, to which it is likely our first Parents should without Death have been translated after a certain time spent on Earth,
To enjoy that Advanced and Excellent Happiness, to which it is likely our First Parents should without Death have been translated After a certain time spent on Earth,
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We shall if we keep our Covenant with God, be taken at the close of the last Judgment, to inherit the Kingdom prepared for Mankind from the beginning of the World:
We shall if we keep our Covenant with God, be taken At the close of the last Judgement, to inherit the Kingdom prepared for Mankind from the beginning of the World:
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they shall be rais'd in great Beauty and Glory, and be fashioned like unto Christ's Glorified Body.
they shall be raised in great Beauty and Glory, and be fashioned like unto Christ's Glorified Body.
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and be united again to the same Soul which they had before. And these vile Bodies shall be very happily improv'd;
and be united again to the same Soul which they had before. And these vile Bodies shall be very happily improved;
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The Bodies of such, tho they be utterly dissolv'd into scatter'd Dust, shall be gather'd together again and rais'd to Life,
The Bodies of such, though they be utterly dissolved into scattered Dust, shall be gathered together again and raised to Life,
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yet has Christ promised, that whosoever believes on him he shall have Everlasting Life, and he will raise him up again at the last Day.
yet has christ promised, that whosoever believes on him he shall have Everlasting Life, and he will raise him up again At the last Day.
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Tho' the good Man must undergo Death as well as all Mankind;
Though the good Man must undergo Death as well as all Mankind;
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3. The Third Blessing and Favour of this Covenant is, That God will advance us at last to an Everlasting and Perfect Happiness both of Soul and Body in Heaven.
3. The Third Blessing and Favour of this Covenant is, That God will advance us At last to an Everlasting and Perfect Happiness both of Soul and Body in Heaven.
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This Saint Paul speaks from his own happy Experience, when he says, I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me.
This Saint Paul speaks from his own happy Experience, when he Says, I can do all things through christ that strengthens me.
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so far as that he shall be accepted with God through the Merits and Mediation of Jesus Christ.
so Far as that he shall be accepted with God through the Merits and Mediation of jesus christ.
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He that desires and endeavours to keep the Commands of God shall be inabled to keep them;
He that Desires and endeavours to keep the Commands of God shall be enabled to keep them;
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This is that our Saviour intimates, ( Mat. 5.6.) when he says, Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after Righteousness, for they shall be filled.
This is that our Saviour intimates, (Mathew 5.6.) when he Says, Blessed Are they which do hunger and thirst After Righteousness, for they shall be filled.
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He will inable us to do that which is good.
He will inable us to do that which is good.
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as it is his Grace which has thus far prevented us, so he will also further us by his continual Help:
as it is his Grace which has thus Far prevented us, so he will also further us by his continual Help:
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And when we are come sincerely to desire, and heartily to will and purpose to keep the Commands of God,
And when we Are come sincerely to desire, and heartily to will and purpose to keep the Commands of God,
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God will write his Law in our Hearts, and put his Fear in our Inward Parts.
God will write his Law in our Hearts, and put his fear in our Inward Parts.
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and to live Soberly, Rightiously and Godly in this present World.
and to live Soberly, Rightiously and Godly in this present World.
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and be furnish'd for every good Work. The Grace of God will teach us effectually to deny all Ungodliness and Worldly Lusts,
and be furnished for every good Work. The Grace of God will teach us effectually to deny all Ungodliness and Worldly Lustiest,
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And the Faith which is in us shall give us the Victory over the World. We shall be sufficiently fortified against all our Spiritual Enemies;
And the Faith which is in us shall give us the Victory over the World. We shall be sufficiently fortified against all our Spiritual Enemies;
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For he that is born of God keepeth himself, and that Evil One toucheth him not, 1 John 5.18.
For he that is born of God Keepeth himself, and that Evil One touches him not, 1 John 5.18.
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to conquer and subdue the sinful Lusts of the Flesh. We shall have Grace to withstand the Assaults of the Devil;
to conquer and subdue the sinful Lustiest of the Flesh. We shall have Grace to withstand the Assaults of the devil;
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Deut. 4.23. Take heed to your selves, lest ye forget the Covenant of the Lord your God which he made with you.
Deuteronomy 4.23. Take heed to your selves, lest you forget the Covenant of the Lord your God which he made with you.
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THE great Author of our Being, as he has therein right to Govern, so he does exercise a Dominion over us.
THE great Author of our Being, as he has therein right to Govern, so he does exercise a Dominion over us.
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He has all along, ever since he made Mankind, given us a Law, to be the Rule of our Actions,
He has all along, ever since he made Mankind, given us a Law, to be the Rule of our Actions,
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and requir'd the Observance of it, as the Condition of his Favour. This Method of dealing with us, is call'd, The Covenant of the Lord our God.
and required the Observance of it, as the Condition of his Favour. This Method of dealing with us, is called, The Covenant of the Lord our God.
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Of the Ten Commandments pronounced from Mount Sinai, and afterwards written by God on Tables of Stone, it is said, They were the words of the Covenant which God proposed to the People of Israel, Exod. 34.28.
Of the Ten commandments pronounced from Mount Sinai, and afterwards written by God on Tables of Stone, it is said, They were the words of the Covenant which God proposed to the People of Israel, Exod 34.28.
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And we may observe, by the words next to those which I have read for our present Text, That the same Law is the Covenant which Moses speaks of here:
And we may observe, by the words next to those which I have read for our present Text, That the same Law is the Covenant which Moses speaks of Here:
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For the Instance of forgetting that Covenant which he particularly warns them against, is, The breaking one of those Commands.
For the Instance of forgetting that Covenant which he particularly warns them against, is, The breaking one of those Commands.
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Now, since this is God's Method of dealing with Mankind, if we would ever partake of the Exercises of his Favour to our Everlasting Happiness;
Now, since this is God's Method of dealing with Mankind, if we would ever partake of the Exercises of his Favour to our Everlasting Happiness;
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we must submit to his Laws, and engage to perform the Terms and Conditions of his Favour, which he proposes and requires of us.
we must submit to his Laws, and engage to perform the Terms and Conditions of his Favour, which he proposes and requires of us.
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And when we do take this Engagement upon our selves, and do remember and perform it,
And when we do take this Engagement upon our selves, and do Remember and perform it,
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then does the gracious Promise of God bind him too, and we come to have a right and claim to his Eternal Mercies.
then does the gracious Promise of God bind him too, and we come to have a right and claim to his Eternal mercies.
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This is the thing which the Prophet exhorts the People of Israel to in our Text, That they would remember and consider their Part of the Covenant which they had enter'd into with God,
This is the thing which the Prophet exhorts the People of Israel to in our Text, That they would Remember and Consider their Part of the Covenant which they had entered into with God,
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and would set themselves to observe and do it.
and would Set themselves to observe and do it.
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Which Exhortation we shall do well to apply to our selves, for that it certainly concerns us as much as them.
Which Exhortation we shall do well to apply to our selves, for that it Certainly concerns us as much as them.
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Now the Covenant which we are at present under, and by which we must be sav'd, is that which we enter into at our Baptism:
Now the Covenant which we Are At present under, and by which we must be saved, is that which we enter into At our Baptism:
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At which time we are Infants, and do not distinctly understand our part of the Engagement;
At which time we Are Infants, and do not distinctly understand our part of the Engagement;
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as indeed, while we are Infants, we need not do, but may partake of the Salvation, which is the Favour on God's part, without it,
as indeed, while we Are Infants, we need not do, but may partake of the Salvation, which is the Favour on God's part, without it,
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if we die in our infancy.
if we die in our infancy.
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Because God requires of no Creature that, as necessary to obtain his Favour, which it has not a natural power to do.
Because God requires of no Creature that, as necessary to obtain his Favour, which it has not a natural power to do.
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And the Covenant which we enter into at Baptism, is not so often call'd to Peoples minds in the Administration of that Sacrament,
And the Covenant which we enter into At Baptism, is not so often called to Peoples minds in the Administration of that Sacrament,
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as our Church has excellently provided it should be, through many Disorders that are amongst us:
as our Church has excellently provided it should be, through many Disorders that Are among us:
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For which Reasons, I think this a Subject very necessary and useful to be insisted on in this way.
For which Reasons, I think this a Subject very necessary and useful to be insisted on in this Way.
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In speaking to it, I shall insist upon these following Heads of Discourse.
In speaking to it, I shall insist upon these following Heads of Discourse.
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1. To shew, What is the Tenor of that Covenant which we are at present under,
1. To show, What is the Tenor of that Covenant which we Are At present under,
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and by which we must expect to be sav'd.
and by which we must expect to be saved.
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2. To shew, That this is a Covenant which the Lord our God has made with us, and that at our Baptism.
2. To show, That this is a Covenant which the Lord our God has made with us, and that At our Baptism.
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3. I shall suggest, How we may best assist our selves to remember and observe this Covenant,
3. I shall suggest, How we may best assist our selves to Remember and observe this Covenant,
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and so secure to our selves the Everlasting Mercies on God's part of it.
and so secure to our selves the Everlasting mercies on God's part of it.
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I shall, in the first place, give an Account of the Nature and Tenor of that Covenant which we are now under;
I shall, in the First place, give an Account of the Nature and Tenor of that Covenant which we Are now under;
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which, without knowing it distinctly, we cannot possibly comply with or observe it.
which, without knowing it distinctly, we cannot possibly comply with or observe it.
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But, to introduce an Account of this, I must take notice, That all Mankind are become Sinners before God, by the Sin and Fall of our First-Parents.
But, to introduce an Account of this, I must take notice, That all Mankind Are become Sinners before God, by the since and Fallen of our First-Parents.
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By the Disobedience of one, many were made sinners, says the Apostle;
By the Disobedience of one, many were made Sinners, Says the Apostle;
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and God hath concluded all under Sin. From hence we deserve the Eternal Wrath of God,
and God hath concluded all under Sin. From hence we deserve the Eternal Wrath of God,
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and the Everlasting Punishments of Sin: This is the sad condition of our very Birth.
and the Everlasting Punishments of since: This is the sad condition of our very Birth.
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Therefore the Scripture says, We are by Nature, Children of Wrath. Now to this state of our Case is this gracious Covenant most wisely and mercifully suited:
Therefore the Scripture Says, We Are by Nature, Children of Wrath. Now to this state of our Case is this gracious Covenant most wisely and mercifully suited:
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Both in what it demands and requires of us; and in what it offers and promises from God.
Both in what it demands and requires of us; and in what it offers and promises from God.
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I shall represent it in both the parts of it severally. First, Let us see what it requires of us;
I shall represent it in both the parts of it severally. First, Let us see what it requires of us;
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and on what Terms and Conditions we must now expect to recover the Favour of God and our Happiness.
and on what Terms and Conditions we must now expect to recover the Favour of God and our Happiness.
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These the Christian Church has very anciently thought fit to represent, as our Church does, under the three following Heads:
These the Christian Church has very anciently Thought fit to represent, as our Church does, under the three following Heads:
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1. We must Renounce the Devil and all his Works; the Pomps and Vanity of this wicked World;
1. We must Renounce the devil and all his Works; the Pomps and Vanity of this wicked World;
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and all the sinful Lusts of the Flesh. 2. We must believe all the Articles of the Christian Faith.
and all the sinful Lustiest of the Flesh. 2. We must believe all the Articles of the Christian Faith.
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3. We must keep God's Holy Will and Commandments, and walk in the same all the Days of our Life.
3. We must keep God's Holy Will and commandments, and walk in the same all the Days of our Life.
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Let us a little consider these severally, that we may understand what Particulars they contain; which is a thing that is too seldom done.
Let us a little Consider these severally, that we may understand what Particulars they contain; which is a thing that is too seldom done.
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In the first place, We are to Renounce, &c.
In the First place, We Are to Renounce, etc.
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Having all of us Revolted from God, the first thing we have to do, that we may recover his Favour is, very fitly, That we repent of our Wickedness, and abandon every Evil Course;
Having all of us Revolted from God, the First thing we have to do, that we may recover his Favour is, very fitly, That we Repent of our Wickedness, and abandon every Evil Course;
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and so we must fall out with all the Causes of our Wickedness; we must resolve and engage, that they shall never lead nor govern us any more;
and so we must fallen out with all the Causes of our Wickedness; we must resolve and engage, that they shall never led nor govern us any more;
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This is that which is meant by our Renouncing of them. We must thus Renounce the Devil and all his Works.
This is that which is meant by our Renouncing of them. We must thus Renounce the devil and all his Works.
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This is he who drew our First-Parents into sin; whose whole business it is to promote, and propagate Wickedness in the World.
This is he who drew our First-Parents into since; whose Whole business it is to promote, and propagate Wickedness in the World.
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That he may not draw us into Sin, and because he is an Enemy to God, we must resolve never to hold any Correspondence with him:
That he may not draw us into since, and Because he is an Enemy to God, we must resolve never to hold any Correspondence with him:
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That we will not consult him, nor seek his Assistance in any way;
That we will not consult him, nor seek his Assistance in any Way;
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neither as Witches and Sorcerers do, who are in a formal compact with this Enemy of God;
neither as Witches and Sorcerers do, who Are in a formal compact with this Enemy of God;
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But I shall rather insist on what is, perhaps, more considerable, and yet more neglected, which is this:
But I shall rather insist on what is, perhaps, more considerable, and yet more neglected, which is this:
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Lastly, We may observe, That Faith in the Articles of Christian Religion, is also requir'd of them who come to be baptized.
Lastly, We may observe, That Faith in the Articles of Christian Religion, is also required of them who come to be baptised.
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It was one part of John the Baptist 's Preaching, That the Kingdom of Heaven was at hand,
It was one part of John the Baptist is Preaching, That the Kingdom of Heaven was At hand,
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or the Messiah was to be shortly reveal'd:
or the Messiah was to be shortly revealed:
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And therefore we must suppose, that he exacted of those he baptized, the belief of this.
And Therefore we must suppose, that he exacted of those he baptised, the belief of this.
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And this was very evidently required afterwards, as we may see in the Baptizing of the Eunuch, by Philip, mention'd Acts 8. After that this Evangelist had been preaching to him the Doctrin of the Gospel, the Eunuch says, See, here is Water, What doth hinder me to be baptized? (Verse 36.) Philip says to him, (Verse 37.) If thou believest with all thine Heart, thou mayest.
And this was very evidently required afterwards, as we may see in the Baptizing of the Eunuch, by Philip, mentioned Acts 8. After that this Evangelist had been preaching to him the Doctrine of the Gospel, the Eunuch Says, See, Here is Water, What does hinder me to be baptised? (Verse 36.) Philip Says to him, (Verse 37.) If thou Believest with all thine Heart, thou Mayest.
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He answered and said, I believe, that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. And hereupon he was baptized.
He answered and said, I believe, that jesus christ is the Son of God. And hereupon he was baptised.
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This Profession contain'd the Sum and Substance of the Christian Faith.
This Profession contained the Sum and Substance of the Christian Faith.
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Now when these things are required of them who come to be baptized, it appears, that Baptism is appointed for a Token and Declaration of such an Engagement on our parts:
Now when these things Are required of them who come to be baptised, it appears, that Baptism is appointed for a Token and Declaration of such an Engagement on our parts:
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And then the receiving of Baptism is a puting our selves under such an Engagement.
And then the receiving of Baptism is a putting our selves under such an Engagement.
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Let us now see, in the second place, That the Favours and Blessings which have been mention'd, are the things which God, on his part, bestows in and by the Sacrament of Baptism.
Let us now see, in the second place, That the Favours and Blessings which have been mentioned, Are the things which God, on his part, bestows in and by the Sacrament of Baptism.
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This Sacrament is intended by God to be a Means and Instrument to convey those Blessings,
This Sacrament is intended by God to be a Means and Instrument to convey those Blessings,
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and never fails to do it effectually, but when it is hindred by our own default.
and never fails to do it effectually, but when it is hindered by our own default.
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God, who is abundant in Goodness and Truth, has appointed this Sacrament as a Means to convey his Saving-Grace;
God, who is abundant in goodness and Truth, has appointed this Sacrament as a Means to convey his Saving grace;
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and such an one will never mock us with empty Ceremonies;
and such an one will never mock us with empty Ceremonies;
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nor disappoint our Expectations of his Mercies, by the reserve of any secret Decree, when we seek them in the way of his appointment.
nor disappoint our Expectations of his mercies, by the reserve of any secret decree, when we seek them in the Way of his appointment.
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Let us see then, if the Holy Scripture gives us any intimations, that such Blessings are bestow'd in and by our Baptism;
Let us see then, if the Holy Scripture gives us any intimations, that such Blessings Are bestowed in and by our Baptism;
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for then we may, being baptized, if we perform our part of the Covenant, confidently expect them.
for then we may, being baptised, if we perform our part of the Covenant, confidently expect them.
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The Forgiveness of Sins, is conferr'd hereby, as the Scripture in many places testifies.
The Forgiveness of Sins, is conferred hereby, as the Scripture in many places Testifies.
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It is said, John the Baptist preached the Baptism of Repentance for the Remission of Sins, Mark 1.4. intimating, that his Baptism did bestow this Favour upon those who came to it truly penitent.
It is said, John the Baptist preached the Baptism of Repentance for the Remission of Sins, Mark 1.4. intimating, that his Baptism did bestow this Favour upon those who Come to it truly penitent.
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This is suggested also by those words of Ananias to Saul, Arise (says he) and be baptized, and wash away thy Sins, Acts 22.16.
This is suggested also by those words of Ananias to Saul, Arise (Says he) and be baptised, and wash away thy Sins, Acts 22.16.
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He says, Wash them away, with a plain allusion to the Water which was to be used in the baptizing him,
He Says, Wash them away, with a plain allusion to the Water which was to be used in the baptizing him,
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and because the Pardon of his Past-sins was to be conferr'd upon him in this. We find also Sanctification mention'd, as conferr'd in and by this Sacrament.
and Because the Pardon of his Past-sins was to be conferred upon him in this. We find also Sanctification mentioned, as conferred in and by this Sacrament.
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Hence our Saviour speaks of this as the Instrument of our New Birth, and that by which the blessed Influences that effect this are convey'd;
Hence our Saviour speaks of this as the Instrument of our New Birth, and that by which the blessed Influences that Effect this Are conveyed;
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in that he says, Except a Man be born of Water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God, John 3.5.
in that he Says, Except a Man be born of Water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God, John 3.5.
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If a Man must be born of Water, this is an Instrument and Means of his New Birth.
If a Man must be born of Water, this is an Instrument and Means of his New Birth.
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He puts together Water and the Holy Ghost, to signifie, that the sanctifying Influences of the Holy Spirit are conferr'd in the Administration of Baptism;
He puts together Water and the Holy Ghost, to signify, that the sanctifying Influences of the Holy Spirit Are conferred in the Administration of Baptism;
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for it is the Water of this Sacrament which he there speaks of.
for it is the Water of this Sacrament which he there speaks of.
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We shall, through the Spirit given to us, be inabled to mortifie the Deeds of the Body;
We shall, through the Spirit given to us, be enabled to mortify the deeds of the Body;
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As he will Justifie, he will Sanctifie us; he will both forgive our Sins, and cleanse us from all Unrighteousness.
As he will Justify, he will Sanctify us; he will both forgive our Sins, and cleanse us from all Unrighteousness.
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and to our Everlasting Salvation and Happiness in the World to come. 2. Another Favour of this Covenant is our Sanctification.
and to our Everlasting Salvation and Happiness in the World to come. 2. another Favour of this Covenant is our Sanctification.
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We may with an humble Boldness make our Addresses to him for all things necessary to the Comfort and Serviceableness of this present Life,
We may with an humble Boldness make our Addresses to him for all things necessary to the Comfort and Serviceableness of this present Life,
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And, having Pardon'd our Sins, the Righteous and Gracious God receives us into Favour, deals with us as Righteous Persons, and those whom he Loves.
And, having Pardoned our Sins, the Righteous and Gracious God receives us into Favour, deals with us as Righteous Persons, and those whom he Loves.
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and our forsaking it for the time to come.
and our forsaking it for the time to come.
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and may hope for the Benefits of it, upon our hearty and sincere Repentance for that Sin,
and may hope for the Benefits of it, upon our hearty and sincere Repentance for that since,
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And if we have broken this Covenant by any Wilful Sin, it is so gracious and condescending to our present Weakness, that we are allow'd to renew it again;
And if we have broken this Covenant by any Wilful since, it is so gracious and condescending to our present Weakness, that we Are allowed to renew it again;
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And he Pardons all the Actual Sins which we were before guilty of; tho' they were Wilful, tho' Deliberate and Habitual Sins.
And he Pardons all the Actual Sins which we were before guilty of; though they were Wilful, though Deliberate and Habitual Sins.
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He Pardons our Original Sin upon our entrance into this Covenant, so that the Guilt which we deriv'd from our First-Parents with our Nature, shall not be remember'd against us, nor condemn us.
He Pardons our Original since upon our Entrance into this Covenant, so that the Gilded which we derived from our First-Parents with our Nature, shall not be remembered against us, nor condemn us.
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1. We shall obtain a full and free Pardon of all our Sins.
1. We shall obtain a full and free Pardon of all our Sins.
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And upon our sincere engagement and care according to our capacity to perform our part in this Covenant, these following Blessings become due to us by the gracious and free Promise of God, and shall be faithfully performed.
And upon our sincere engagement and care according to our capacity to perform our part in this Covenant, these following Blessings become due to us by the gracious and free Promise of God, and shall be faithfully performed.
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The representation of which may serve as an Argument to excite us to the performance of our Duties.
The representation of which may serve as an Argument to excite us to the performance of our Duties.
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to shew what are the Favours and Blessings which it offers and promises us from God.
to show what Are the Favours and Blessings which it offers and promises us from God.
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I proceed now to the second Part of this Covenant;
I proceed now to the second Part of this Covenant;
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and in our selves it is but too easie for every one of us to observe, that we are exceeding prone to neglect them.
and in our selves it is but too easy for every one of us to observe, that we Are exceeding prove to neglect them.
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And does not this representation of them make it appear to every one, That it is but too necessary to call these things to our Minds? It is easily observ'd in others, that many among those who call themselves Christians, do live wofully heedless and forgetful, that they are bound to such things as these;
And does not this representation of them make it appear to every one, That it is but too necessary to call these things to our Minds? It is Easily observed in Others, that many among those who call themselves Christians, do live woefully heedless and forgetful, that they Are bound to such things as these;
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These are the Duties and Conditions required of us by the Covenant we are now under:
These Are the Duties and Conditions required of us by the Covenant we Are now under:
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That we do not needlesly and carelesly throw our selves into Temptation.
That we do not needlessly and carelessly throw our selves into Temptation.
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That we make it our great care and concern to avoid doing Evil, and to perform the Good that is required of us;
That we make it our great care and concern to avoid doing Evil, and to perform the Good that is required of us;
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It requires too, That we take heed to our Ways, and walk Circumspectly;
It requires too, That we take heed to our Ways, and walk Circumspectly;
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That we be humble and teachable; easie to be convinced of, and easie to be perswaded to it.
That we be humble and teachable; easy to be convinced of, and easy to be persuaded to it.
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Therefore it is also required, That we apply our best Endeavours to study and learn our Duty:
Therefore it is also required, That we apply our best Endeavours to study and Learn our Duty:
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and such as are past over on a sudden.
and such as Are passed over on a sudden.
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Or those which we commit through inconsideration in a hurry, or by a suprise, which are but some smaller Instances of Sin,
Or those which we commit through inconsideration in a hurry, or by a surprise, which Are but Some smaller Instances of since,
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That is, with those which we commit through Ignorance, when that Ignorance is not occasion'd by our neglect or refusal to be Informed or Convinced:
That is, with those which we commit through Ignorance, when that Ignorance is not occasioned by our neglect or refusal to be Informed or Convinced:
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or deliberate Sin. This Covenant bears indeed with involuntary Sins, but with none but such:
or deliberate Sin. This Covenant bears indeed with involuntary Sins, but with none but such:
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and must strive to come as near it as we can: That is, we must not let our selves be guilty of any one known, wilful,
and must strive to come as near it as we can: That is, we must not let our selves be guilty of any one known, wilful,
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Tho' we are not able perfectly to keep the Commands of God, yet we must desire this,
Though we Are not able perfectly to keep the Commands of God, yet we must desire this,
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We must desire and endeavour to perform an Universal Obedience of the whole Man to the whole Law of God.
We must desire and endeavour to perform an Universal obedience of the Whole Man to the Whole Law of God.
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to guide our Thoughts, our Words, and our Actions by them.
to guide our Thoughts, our Words, and our Actions by them.
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and walk in the same all the days of our Lives. This Obliges us to take the Laws of God for our Rule;
and walk in the same all the days of our Lives. This Obliges us to take the Laws of God for our Rule;
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The Third and last part of our Engagement is this, that we will keep God's Holy Will and Commandments,
The Third and last part of our Engagement is this, that we will keep God's Holy Will and commandments,
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And we must rather suffer any Loss, or die any kind of Death, than renounce or deny this True Faith.
And we must rather suffer any Loss, or die any kind of Death, than renounce or deny this True Faith.
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to own it to the World, that we are, and will be Worshipers of the only True and Living God, by one Mediator Jesus Christ.
to own it to the World, that we Are, and will be Worshippers of the only True and Living God, by one Mediator jesus christ.
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Lastly, We are also required herein to make open Profession of the Religion contain'd in these Articles;
Lastly, We Are also required herein to make open Profession of the Religion contained in these Articles;
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and wait on him in the diligent use of appointed means of Grace to Obtain them.
and wait on him in the diligent use of appointed means of Grace to Obtain them.
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and conferr'd upon us by the Holy Ghost, we must seek to him for them,
and conferred upon us by the Holy Ghost, we must seek to him for them,
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And believing that all the Blessings we stand in need of to our Happiness, are wrought in us,
And believing that all the Blessings we stand in need of to our Happiness, Are wrought in us,
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and come to God in his Name, hoping to succeed by his Intercession in our Addresses to the Throne of Grace.
and come to God in his Name, hoping to succeed by his Intercession in our Addresses to the Throne of Grace.
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and ever Lives to make Intercession for us as our Advocate with the Father, we must relie upon the Merits of his Death and Sacrifice of himself,
and ever Lives to make Intercession for us as our Advocate with the Father, we must rely upon the Merits of his Death and Sacrifice of himself,
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and Abase, and Condemn our selves before him: And believing that the Son of God is become a Propitiation for our Sins;
and Abase, and Condemn our selves before him: And believing that the Son of God is become a Propitiation for our Sins;
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Believing our selves Sinners, and Unworthy to approach him, or expect any good thing from him, we must Humble,
Believing our selves Sinners, and Unworthy to approach him, or expect any good thing from him, we must Humble,
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Believing there is a God who is the Maker and Preserver of us all, we must Reverence, and Worship, and Obey Him:
Believing there is a God who is the Maker and Preserver of us all, we must reverence, and Worship, and Obey Him:
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betaking our selves to such a course of Life as they require. For Instance;
betaking our selves to such a course of Life as they require. For Instance;
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We must also rely upon the truth of these things, and suffer our selves to be govern'd by them;
We must also rely upon the truth of these things, and suffer our selves to be governed by them;
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Who is infinitely Wise, and cannot err; and who is faithful and true, and therefore will not lead us into Error.
Who is infinitely Wise, and cannot err; and who is faithful and true, and Therefore will not led us into Error.
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And when we know these things we must firmly Assent to them, and acknowledge them for Truths, because God has Reveal'd them:
And when we know these things we must firmly Assent to them, and acknowledge them for Truths, Because God has Revealed them:
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That we will not through Negligence or Hatred of the Truth, be Ignorant of any important Reveal'd Truth.
That we will not through Negligence or Hatred of the Truth, be Ignorant of any important Revealed Truth.
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and to gain as full and as distinct a knowledge of Divine Truths as our Capacity and Opportunities will let us.
and to gain as full and as distinct a knowledge of Divine Truths as our Capacity and Opportunities will let us.
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That we will apply our selves very seriously, as leisure from other necessary and indispensable Duties will allow, to make the best Improvement we can of the Means of getting Divine Knowledge which the Providence of God affords us;
That we will apply our selves very seriously, as leisure from other necessary and indispensable Duties will allow, to make the best Improvement we can of the Means of getting Divine Knowledge which the Providence of God affords us;
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The Apostle Paul also says to some, after they had been baptized, and made Converts to Christianity, But ye are washed, but ye are sanctified;
The Apostle Paul also Says to Some, After they had been baptised, and made Converts to Christianity, But you Are washed, but you Are sanctified;
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intimating, that they had receiv'd this Sanctification in and by this Sacramental Washing, 1 Cor. 6.11. Lastly, There is herein convey'd also, A Right and Title to Everlasting Blessedness.
intimating, that they had received this Sanctification in and by this Sacramental Washing, 1 Cor. 6.11. Lastly, There is herein conveyed also, A Right and Title to Everlasting Blessedness.
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We find the Apostle expressing this in Tit. 3.5, 6, 7. where, indeed, he speaks of all these Blessings,
We find the Apostle expressing this in Tit. 3.5, 6, 7. where, indeed, he speaks of all these Blessings,
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as conferred in and by our Baptism:
as conferred in and by our Baptism:
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His words are these, According to his Mercy, he saved us, by the washing of Regeneration,
His words Are these, According to his Mercy, he saved us, by the washing of Regeneration,
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and renewing of the Holy Ghost, which he shed on us abundantly, through Jesus Christ our Saviour;
and renewing of the Holy Ghost, which he shed on us abundantly, through jesus christ our Saviour;
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that, being justified by his Grace, we should be made Heirs, according to the Hope of Everlasting Life.
that, being justified by his Grace, we should be made Heirs, according to the Hope of Everlasting Life.
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Here he plainly ascribes it to the washing of Regeneration; that is, this Sacrament, as the Means and Instrument of Conveyance;
Here he plainly ascribes it to the washing of Regeneration; that is, this Sacrament, as the Means and Instrument of Conveyance;
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that we are renew'd by the Holy Ghost, and sanctified; that we are justified by the Grace of God;
that we Are renewed by the Holy Ghost, and sanctified; that we Are justified by the Grace of God;
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and are made Heirs of Everlasting Life, as we hope to be.
and Are made Heirs of Everlasting Life, as we hope to be.
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Thus, I think, it does sufficiently appear, that the Covenant, which has been now describ'd, is that which the Lord our God has made with us at our Baptism.
Thus, I think, it does sufficiently appear, that the Covenant, which has been now described, is that which the Lord our God has made with us At our Baptism.
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We see what things we are engag'd to do, and what a mighty encouragement we have to perform them:
We see what things we Are engaged to do, and what a mighty encouragement we have to perform them:
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We see what must be the Care and Business of our Lives; or else we shall be judg'd to renounce and disown our Baptism:
We see what must be the Care and Business of our Lives; or Else we shall be judged to renounce and disown our Baptism:
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And then we must never pretend to expect, that we shall be partakers of these glorious Blessings.
And then we must never pretend to expect, that we shall be partakers of these glorious Blessings.
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Much might be said to perswade Men to take heed to themselves, that they forget not this Covenant:
Much might be said to persuade Men to take heed to themselves, that they forget not this Covenant:
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But the thing it self speaks for this.
But the thing it self speaks for this.
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It appears, that we are engag'd, and shall prove false to God, if we do not perform our part;
It appears, that we Are engaged, and shall prove false to God, if we do not perform our part;
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and it is certain, we shall never partake of these glorious and necessary Favours, without doing so.
and it is certain, we shall never partake of these glorious and necessary Favours, without doing so.
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These are then a strong Invitation and Inducement to the Performance of our Duty.
These Are then a strong Invitation and Inducement to the Performance of our Duty.
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I pass then to the last thing I proposed to do, which was, To suggest and shew,
I pass then to the last thing I proposed to do, which was, To suggest and show,
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how we may best help our selves to remember and observe this Covenant;
how we may best help our selves to Remember and observe this Covenant;
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and so may secure to our selves these Everlasting Mercies which are offer'd on God's part in it.
and so may secure to our selves these Everlasting mercies which Are offered on God's part in it.
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To which purpose I might urge the Praying earnestly for the Grace of God; and the diligent and constant Attendance on the Preaching of the Word of God:
To which purpose I might urge the Praying earnestly for the Grace of God; and the diligent and constant Attendance on the Preaching of the Word of God:
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Now to God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Glory World without End. Amen.
Now to God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Glory World without End. Amen.
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that we may be stedfast in this happy Covenant with God. And so shall we certainly find true, what the Psalmist says, Psal. 25.10. All the paths of the Lord are Mercy and Truth to such as keep his Covenant and his Testimonies.
that we may be steadfast in this happy Covenant with God. And so shall we Certainly find true, what the Psalmist Says, Psalm 25.10. All the paths of the Lord Are Mercy and Truth to such as keep his Covenant and his Testimonies.
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Let us suffer our selves then to be perswaded to take as many Opportunities as we can have to prepare our selves, and come to this Sacrament;
Let us suffer our selves then to be persuaded to take as many Opportunities as we can have to prepare our selves, and come to this Sacrament;
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and all the Difficulties of their Duty; this would secure their Perseverance in Holiness, and their attainment of Everlasting Happiness.
and all the Difficulties of their Duty; this would secure their Perseverance in Holiness, and their attainment of Everlasting Happiness.
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It will make the frequent and serious Attenders upon it, Partakers of the Spirit of God, to assist and strengthen them against the strongest Corruptions, against the greatest Temptations,
It will make the frequent and serious Attenders upon it, Partakers of the Spirit of God, to assist and strengthen them against the Strongest Corruptions, against the greatest Temptations,
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That they would consider and believe what the Scriptures says of it! That it is the Communication of the Body and Blood of Christ; A Conveyance of Divine Grace;
That they would Consider and believe what the Scriptures Says of it! That it is the Communication of the Body and Blood of christ; A Conveyance of Divine Grace;
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Oh, that Men were sensible how great Advantages they lose, when they withdraw themselves from this Sacrament!
O, that Men were sensible how great Advantages they loose, when they withdraw themselves from this Sacrament!
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and Grace to perform what is requir'd on ours!
and Grace to perform what is required on ours!
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Here, he bestows all the Happy Benefits of his Passion to the Meet Receivers; all that is promised on God's part of this Covenant;
Here, he bestows all the Happy Benefits of his Passion to the Meet Receivers; all that is promised on God's part of this Covenant;
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Here, he that Hungers and Thirsts after Righteousness shall be filled: Here, he will give the Holy Spirit abundantly to them that ask him:
Here, he that Hunger's and Thirsts After Righteousness shall be filled: Here, he will give the Holy Spirit abundantly to them that ask him:
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Besides all this, we may consider, That this Sacrament is appointed by Christ himself, as a Means to convey Spiritual Strength and Grace to us, whereby we may be inabled to do what he requires of us.
Beside all this, we may Consider, That this Sacrament is appointed by christ himself, as a Means to convey Spiritual Strength and Grace to us, whereby we may be enabled to do what he requires of us.
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and resolve to be intirely his, and mind nothing so much as to study and do what will please him in the whole Course of our Lives.
and resolve to be entirely his, and mind nothing so much as to study and do what will please him in the Whole Course of our Lives.
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We ought to mortifie and subdue all Corrupt Affections, and banish from our Hearts all Inordinate Lusts, all his Enemies and Competitors,
We ought to mortify and subdue all Corrupt Affections, and banish from our Hearts all Inordinate Lustiest, all his Enemies and Competitors,
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We are under the greatest Obligations to obey every Command, that so kind and gracious a Master can think fit to lay upon us:
We Are under the greatest Obligations to obey every Command, that so kind and gracious a Master can think fit to lay upon us:
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We must not live to our selves, but henceforth live to him, that died for us:
We must not live to our selves, but henceforth live to him, that died for us:
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this will strongly suggest to us, that we are not to think our selves our own:
this will strongly suggest to us, that we Are not to think our selves our own:
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he has made a Dear Purchase of us;
he has made a Dear Purchase of us;
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And when it calls to our Minds, that we are bought with a Price, even with the Price of his most precious Blood;
And when it calls to our Minds, that we Are bought with a Price, even with the Price of his most precious Blood;
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and rely upon him for Salvation!
and rely upon him for Salvation!
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When we see there how much Jesus, the Son of God, has lov'd us, how much he has done to save us, may not this greatly encourage our Faith, to address to him,
When we see there how much jesus, the Son of God, has loved us, how much he has done to save us, may not this greatly encourage our Faith, to address to him,
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Melt our very Hearts into Tears of Penitent Grief! And turn us to loath, abhor, and forsake every Evil Way!
Melt our very Hearts into Tears of Penitent Grief! And turn us to loath, abhor, and forsake every Evil Way!
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Our Saviour and Friend put to Death, by our Wickedness and his own Love! Will not this make us mourn greatly for our Sins!
Our Saviour and Friend put to Death, by our Wickedness and his own Love! Will not this make us mourn greatly for our Sins!
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if we should neglect this offer'd Mercy? When we see there, how great and precious a Sacrifice our Sins requir'd to make atonement for them!
if we should neglect this offered Mercy? When we see there, how great and precious a Sacrifice our Sins required to make atonement for them!
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and his Blood shed for us, and must consider, that this Sacrifice of his Death was the costly Price which procur'd the Favour of this Covenant for us, will not this effectually dispose us to value and comply with this Method of our Salvation? Will it not force us to think, we should be basely ungrateful to the Dying Love of our Redeemer,
and his Blood shed for us, and must Consider, that this Sacrifice of his Death was the costly Price which procured the Favour of this Covenant for us, will not this effectually dispose us to valve and comply with this Method of our Salvation? Will it not force us to think, we should be basely ungrateful to the Dying Love of our Redeemer,
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When we see there a lively Representation of the Death of Christ, of his broken Body,
When we see there a lively Representation of the Death of christ, of his broken Body,
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It has such important Representations in it, as do of themselves tend to these happy Effects.
It has such important Representations in it, as doe of themselves tend to these happy Effects.
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and so to confirm our Covenant:
and so to confirm our Covenant:
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And this Sacrament is, in its own nature, very fit to assist us in the performance of our Duties,
And this Sacrament is, in its own nature, very fit to assist us in the performance of our Duties,
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and by consequence, the more strong and lasting it is likely to be.
and by consequence, the more strong and lasting it is likely to be.
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Besides, the more solemnity this renewal of our Covenant is perform'd with, the more impression will the doing of it make upon us;
Beside, the more solemnity this renewal of our Covenant is performed with, the more impression will the doing of it make upon us;
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unless we renew it in the celebration of this Sacrament, if he affords us means and opportunity of doing so.
unless we renew it in the celebration of this Sacrament, if he affords us means and opportunity of doing so.
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Most certainly, if we have ever contradicted and broken this Covenant, God himself will never reckon it rightly and duly renew'd,
Most Certainly, if we have ever contradicted and broken this Covenant, God himself will never reckon it rightly and duly renewed,
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and declare, that we seek and hope for those Mercies upon our performance of such gracious Conditions.
and declare, that we seek and hope for those mercies upon our performance of such gracious Conditions.
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And being thus prepar'd, we must, in taking this Sacrament, bind our selves to those things,
And being thus prepared, we must, in taking this Sacrament, bind our selves to those things,
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and by stirring up in our selves thereupon an earnest Desire to obtain them, and a firm Resolution and Purpose to do our part of the Covenant, that so we may obtain them.
and by stirring up in our selves thereupon an earnest Desire to obtain them, and a firm Resolution and Purpose to do our part of the Covenant, that so we may obtain them.
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by possessing our selves with a deep sense of the Necessity and Excellency of those Blessings which it offers us;
by possessing our selves with a deep sense of the Necessity and Excellency of those Blessings which it offers us;
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when we can understand what we do; by considering the Tenor of the Baptismal Covenant;
when we can understand what we do; by considering the Tenor of the Baptismal Covenant;
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if we would be accepted with him. We must prepare our selves then for the Lord's Supper as soon as we can,
if we would be accepted with him. We must prepare our selves then for the Lord's Supper as soon as we can,
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And since he has appointed this other Sacrament to be the Rite wherein this is to be done, we must do it in the using of this,
And since he has appointed this other Sacrament to be the Rite wherein this is to be done, we must do it in the using of this,
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That we make it our own Act and Deed, to devote our selves to him, and seek his offer'd Favour and Mercy.
That we make it our own Act and Deed, to devote our selves to him, and seek his offered Favour and Mercy.
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When we come to Years of capacity, to know and chuse our own Actions, it is very justly expected by Almighty God, that we solemnly take upon our selves this Covenant:
When we come to years of capacity, to know and choose our own Actions, it is very justly expected by Almighty God, that we solemnly take upon our selves this Covenant:
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We must, to this purpose, accustom our selves frequently and solemnly to renew this Covenant in a prepar'd Celebration of the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper.
We must, to this purpose, accustom our selves frequently and solemnly to renew this Covenant in a prepared Celebration of the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper.
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Nor as they do who go to such Wretches for their Counsel or Assistance in any Matters;
Nor as they do who go to such Wretches for their Counsel or Assistance in any Matters;
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for both these things are instances of a guilty Correspondence with the Devil.
for both these things Are instances of a guilty Correspondence with the devil.
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In renouncing the Works of the Devil we engage to forsake and abandon those sins in particular, which do especially bear the Black Characters of his Wickedness upon them.
In renouncing the Works of the devil we engage to forsake and abandon those Sins in particular, which do especially bear the Black Characters of his Wickedness upon them.
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Such as Pride in all the usual Exercises of it, which is intimated to be his great sin, 1 Tim. 3.6.
Such as Pride in all the usual Exercises of it, which is intimated to be his great since, 1 Tim. 3.6.
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And all Lying and Falshood, For the Devil is a Lier and the Father of Lies, John 8.44.
And all Lying and Falsehood, For the devil is a Liar and the Father of Lies, John 8.44.
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And all Malice, and Envy, and ill Will;
And all Malice, and Envy, and ill Will;
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the desiring of Mischief, and delighting in the Hurt of any one which are eminently the Properties of the Devil:
the desiring of Mischief, and delighting in the Hurt of any one which Are eminently the Properties of the devil:
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For he is a Murderer from the beginning;
For he is a Murderer from the beginning;
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(ib.) And goes about like a roaring Lion seeking whom he may devour, or destroy, 1 Pet. 5.8. We must abhor also and forsake that common practice of the Devil, the leading or tempting others into Wickedness;
(ib.) And Goes about like a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour, or destroy, 1 Pet. 5.8. We must abhor also and forsake that Common practice of the devil, the leading or tempting Others into Wickedness;
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upon the account of which he is call'd a Tempter:
upon the account of which he is called a Tempter:
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To endeavour to Debauch and Corrupt others, and promote Wickedness in the World, is enormously to do and cherish the works of the Devil,
To endeavour to Debauch and Corrupt Others, and promote Wickedness in the World, is enormously to do and cherish the works of the devil,
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and a monstrous instance of the Hatred both of God and our Neighbour.
and a monstrous instance of the Hatred both of God and our Neighbour.
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In the next place, We must Renounce too the pomps and vanities of this wicked World:
In the next place, We must Renounce too the pomps and vanities of this wicked World:
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This binds us to abhor and abstain from all that which is wicked in the World;
This binds us to abhor and abstain from all that which is wicked in the World;
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and also from that which tends to Wickedness, in as much as it does so.
and also from that which tends to Wickedness, in as much as it does so.
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Even those lawful things of this World, which we might otherwise seek and enjoy when we cannot do these without sin, must be quitted and forsaken.
Even those lawful things of this World, which we might otherwise seek and enjoy when we cannot do these without since, must be quit and forsaken.
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It includes, That we be ready to part with, or be contented to want any worldly Comforts and Possessions whatever,
It includes, That we be ready to part with, or be contented to want any worldly Comforts and Possessions whatever,
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when they stand in competition with our Duty to God. It requires, that we do not seek what we cannot innocently enjoy;
when they stand in competition with our Duty to God. It requires, that we do not seek what we cannot innocently enjoy;
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and that we do not guiltily and inordinately seek what we may lawfully enjoy.
and that we do not guiltily and inordinately seek what we may lawfully enjoy.
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We must engage, that the things of this World shall not have the chief Interest in our Affections;
We must engage, that the things of this World shall not have the chief Interest in our Affections;
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nor be either our greatest desire while we want, or our chief Delight and Satisfaction while we have them.
nor be either our greatest desire while we want, or our chief Delight and Satisfaction while we have them.
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It is included herein, That we must Renounce the Society of the wicked World.
It is included herein, That we must Renounce the Society of the wicked World.
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That we do not make the Corrupt Maxims, or Evil Customs of it our Rule to walk by,
That we do not make the Corrupt Maxims, or Evil Customs of it our Rule to walk by,
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nor follow a Multitude to do Evil: And must concern our selves rather to please God than Men.
nor follow a Multitude to do Evil: And must concern our selves rather to please God than Men.
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Those who have given themselves up to any sort of Wickedness, are such as we must shun to converse with as much as we can:
Those who have given themselves up to any sort of Wickedness, Are such as we must shun to converse with as much as we can:
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Unless we can have any hopes by our good Example before them, or by our Admonitions and Reproofs to Convert them from their Wickedness.
Unless we can have any hope's by our good Exampl before them, or by our Admonitions and Reproofs to Convert them from their Wickedness.
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We must not make the sin of others our sport or entertainment; nor set the Wickedness of other Men on work to promote our Ends and Designs,
We must not make the since of Others our sport or entertainment; nor Set the Wickedness of other Men on work to promote our Ends and Designs,
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tho' they be lawful and just in themselves. We must take no part in the wickedness of the World.
though they be lawful and just in themselves. We must take no part in the wickedness of the World.
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By Renouncing the Pomps and Vanity of it, we engage to abstain from all that extravagancy in Dress and Ornament which Pride and Wantonness suggest,
By Renouncing the Pomps and Vanity of it, we engage to abstain from all that extravagancy in Dress and Ornament which Pride and Wantonness suggest,
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and which are design'd to be serviceable to them: When the Adorning is intended to be an Instrument of guilty allurement and temptation;
and which Are designed to be serviceable to them: When the Adorning is intended to be an Instrument of guilty allurement and temptation;
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when this is Prodigally costly, and beyond what can well be spared from other necessary Expences;
when this is Prodigally costly, and beyond what can well be spared from other necessary Expenses;
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when it is nicely endeavour'd, and is very Elaborate and Affected;
when it is nicely endeavoured, and is very Elaborate and Affected;
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as I doubt not to account painting of the Face to be, and the wearing of needless Patches;
as I doubt not to account painting of the Face to be, and the wearing of needless Patches;
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that is, such as are not put on to conceal an offensive Defect, but only to Improve and Adorn the Beauty.
that is, such as Are not put on to conceal an offensive Defect, but only to Improve and Adorn the Beauty.
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And Lastly, such excess in this matter must be forsaken as consounds the distinctions of Persons,
And Lastly, such excess in this matter must be forsaken as confounds the Distinctions of Persons,
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and is above the Rank and Degree which the Providence of God has placed us in.
and is above the Rank and Degree which the Providence of God has placed us in.
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In the last place, We must renounce too all sinful desires of the Flesh: This chiefly respects sensual Sins, and the source and spring of them.
In the last place, We must renounce too all sinful Desires of the Flesh: This chiefly respects sensual Sins, and the source and spring of them.
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And so we may reckon the Flesh here signifies, the Natural Body which we carry about with us with all the Appetites, Sences, and Animal Faculties of that.
And so we may reckon the Flesh Here signifies, the Natural Body which we carry about with us with all the Appetites, Senses, and Animal Faculties of that.
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It requires that we so regulate our selves in our Gratifications of them, as not to break the Laws of God,
It requires that we so regulate our selves in our Gratifications of them, as not to break the Laws of God,
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which are therein conferr'd upon a sincere and declar'd Resolution of this.
which Are therein conferred upon a sincere and declared Resolution of this.
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or a Resolution to keep the Commands of God. Baptism saves us by this: That is, Baptism gives us a Right to the Favours and Blessings of the Covenant;
or a Resolution to keep the Commands of God. Baptism saves us by this: That is, Baptism gives us a Right to the Favours and Blessings of the Covenant;
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And then be means by it, The Profession or Declaration of a Good Conscience; An Engagement to keep a Conscience void of Offence towards God, and towards Men;
And then be means by it, The Profession or Declaration of a Good Conscience; an Engagement to keep a Conscience void of Offence towards God, and towards Men;
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By the Answer of a Good Conscience towards God, the Apostle is understood to allude to some Questions that were wont to be put to persons who came to be baptized.
By the Answer of a Good Conscience towards God, the Apostle is understood to allude to Some Questions that were wont to be put to Persons who Come to be baptised.
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but by the Answer of a Good Conscience towards God.
but by the Answer of a Good Conscience towards God.
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where the Apostle says, Baptism saves us not by putting away the Filth of the Flesh,
where the Apostle Says, Baptism saves us not by putting away the Filth of the Flesh,
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That a Resolution to keep the Commands of God, is also requir'd to attend our taking of Baptism, may appear sufficiently by that one Scripture, 1 Pet. 3.21.
That a Resolution to keep the Commands of God, is also required to attend our taking of Baptism, may appear sufficiently by that one Scripture, 1 Pet. 3.21.
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Now, in Repentance, is included such a Renunciation of all the Causes of Sin, as has been mention'd.
Now, in Repentance, is included such a Renunciation of all the Causes of since, as has been mentioned.
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but that one may suffice, Acts 2.38. where St. Peter exhorts the Jews to repent and be baptized.
but that one may suffice, Acts 2.38. where Saint Peter exhorts the jews to Repent and be baptised.
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Again, This appears to have been required afterwards by the Apostles of Jesus Christ, in many places;
Again, This appears to have been required afterwards by the Apostles of jesus christ, in many places;
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and use it as frequently as they can.
and use it as frequently as they can.
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And the foregoing Discourse seems to afford us very easily the Three following Arguments to this Purpose.
And the foregoing Discourse seems to afford us very Easily the Three following Arguments to this Purpose.
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1. That this Instance and Way of Worship is most exactly suitable to the State of the Case between God and us,
1. That this Instance and Way of Worship is most exactly suitable to the State of the Case between God and us,
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and therefore very likely, if duly performed, to be acceptable with him.
and Therefore very likely, if duly performed, to be acceptable with him.
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If we are at all concern'd to Worship, we must be concern'd to offer that sort of Worship, which is likely to be most pleasing to Almighty God:
If we Are At all concerned to Worship, we must be concerned to offer that sort of Worship, which is likely to be most pleasing to Almighty God:
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And if this be peculiarly suitable to him and us, we cannot think of any that can be so acceptable with him as this.
And if this be peculiarly suitable to him and us, we cannot think of any that can be so acceptable with him as this.
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Now 'tis very easie to see, if we look back upon what has been said, that this is mightily suitable to our Case,
Now it's very easy to see, if we look back upon what has been said, that this is mightily suitable to our Case,
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since we are all become Sinners before God:
since we Are all become Sinners before God:
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What can be so suitable and fitting, as to own that we have forfeited all the Good that we enjoy, to bring him a part of it as a Confession of this? How should we approach the great offended God,
What can be so suitable and fitting, as to own that we have forfeited all the Good that we enjoy, to bring him a part of it as a Confessi of this? How should we approach the great offended God,
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but in the most humble and abject manner? Owning that we deserve Death and Destruction:
but in the most humble and abject manner? Owning that we deserve Death and Destruction:
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Depending, and declaring that we do depend upon the Atonement of a Sacrifice, and the Intercession of a Priest and Mediator to find Favour with him:
Depending, and declaring that we do depend upon the Atonement of a Sacrifice, and the Intercession of a Priest and Mediator to find Favour with him:
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And presenting to him such a Sacrifice as he has declar'd himself well pleased with. Thus we own, and we duly Honour his just Displeasure against our Sins:
And presenting to him such a Sacrifice as he has declared himself well pleased with. Thus we own, and we duly Honour his just Displeasure against our Sins:
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We Honour his Holiness and Justice, tho we have before affronted both by our sins:
We Honour his Holiness and justice, though we have before affronted both by our Sins:
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And certainly 'tis very requisite, that some amends, as we may say, should be made him for this,
And Certainly it's very requisite, that Some amends, as we may say, should be made him for this,
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before we should be so bold as to ask any Favours from him: And therefore that we should offer and represent to him a valuable and worthy Sacrifice:
before we should be so bold as to ask any Favours from him: And Therefore that we should offer and represent to him a valuable and worthy Sacrifice:
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Without this, most certainly we are not worthy to appear before him.
Without this, most Certainly we Are not worthy to appear before him.
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It were such presumption to expect to be Accepted, or find Favour with him, that it were an new affront and injury,
It were such presumption to expect to be Accepted, or find Favour with him, that it were an new affront and injury,
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and would deserve and might procure greater Wrath and Displeasure against us.
and would deserve and might procure greater Wrath and Displeasure against us.
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2. We may consider farther, that this, as most suitable to our Case, has been the Way of Worship required and approved of God,
2. We may Consider farther, that this, as most suitable to our Case, has been the Way of Worship required and approved of God,
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and practised by all Good Men in all Ages. Thus the Fathers of the World, without doubt by God's own direction Worship'd him.
and practised by all Good Men in all Ages. Thus the Father's of the World, without doubt by God's own direction Worshipped him.
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And when he chose the Jews to be his peculiar People, as the Ancestors of their Nation had Worshiped him in this way,
And when he chosen the jews to be his peculiar People, as the Ancestors of their nation had Worshipped him in this Way,
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so he set them in the same way of Worship;
so he Set them in the same Way of Worship;
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and he polish'd and adorn'd it with many Rites and Ceremonies, which also intimated to them the Reason and Significations of this way.
and he polished and adorned it with many Rites and Ceremonies, which also intimated to them the Reason and Significations of this Way.
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So that this may be reckon'd the Religion of the World, of all the right Worshipers of the True God;
So that this may be reckoned the Religion of the World, of all the right Worshippers of the True God;
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a way of Worship, as Catholick or Universal as Worship it self. We may justly think, there is something very considerable in this;
a Way of Worship, as Catholic or Universal as Worship it self. We may justly think, there is something very considerable in this;
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in that 'tis so steadily and constantly required by Almighty God.
in that it's so steadily and constantly required by Almighty God.
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It appears very steadily requir'd, when it was practiced by his Direction from the beginning of the World;
It appears very steadily required, when it was practiced by his Direction from the beginning of the World;
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and is commanded in this way to be continued to the end of it.
and is commanded in this Way to be continued to the end of it.
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The Christian Church is not allow'd to approach God, without the representation of a Sacrifice for Sin,
The Christian Church is not allowed to approach God, without the representation of a Sacrifice for since,
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even the same which was represented by all the Sacrifices of Ancient times;
even the same which was represented by all the Sacrifices of Ancient times;
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but we are favour'd to do this in a much more easie and more pleasant way.
but we Are favoured to do this in a much more easy and more pleasant Way.
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And this obliges us the rather to continue stedfast in this Worship, that 'tis now made more easie to us,
And this obliges us the rather to continue steadfast in this Worship, that it's now made more easy to us,
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than it was before the coming of our Saviour.
than it was before the coming of our Saviour.
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The constancy of former times in their costly, labourious and troublesome Sacrifices, will be a condemnation of us in our great neglect of this so easie a Duty.
The constancy of former times in their costly, laborious and troublesome Sacrifices, will be a condemnation of us in our great neglect of this so easy a Duty.
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And if we should quite forsake and lay aside this way of Worshiping God, as some pretended Christians among us do, we should forsake the good Old Way which all the Saints now in Heaven have gone before us in;
And if we should quite forsake and lay aside this Way of Worshipping God, as Some pretended Christians among us doe, we should forsake the good Old Way which all the Saints now in Heaven have gone before us in;
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We should separate our selves from all the Right Worshipers of the True God, that have ever been,
We should separate our selves from all the Right Worshippers of the True God, that have ever been,
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and become Schismaticks from the most Catholick Church.
and become Schismatics from the most Catholic Church.
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And certainly a Man might very justly suspect the Light within him to be meer Darkness,
And Certainly a Man might very justly suspect the Light within him to be mere Darkness,
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when it directs him to do so contrary to the Command of the Holy Spirit by the Apostle, which is, that we should thus shew forth the Death of Christ till his coming again.
when it directs him to do so contrary to the Command of the Holy Spirit by the Apostle, which is, that we should thus show forth the Death of christ till his coming again.
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Lastly, By what has been said, I think we have reason to conclude;
Lastly, By what has been said, I think we have reason to conclude;
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That this is absolutely necessary, and of great use to give acceptance and success to our Prayers.
That this is absolutely necessary, and of great use to give acceptance and success to our Prayers.
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We may justly fear, that no other Worship will be of any avail to us without it;
We may justly Fear, that no other Worship will be of any avail to us without it;
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and this may be another Argument to move us as constantly to attend this as we can.
and this may be Another Argument to move us as constantly to attend this as we can.
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When God has appointed this, we cannot reasonably expect, that he will ever hear our Prayers if we neglect it.
When God has appointed this, we cannot reasonably expect, that he will ever hear our Prayers if we neglect it.
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To do thus is to live in Sin, in a guilty Omission of what he requires,
To do thus is to live in since, in a guilty Omission of what he requires,
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and then surely we shall be in danger to have our Prayers rejected. If we live in Sin we are not fit for the forgiveness of our Sins;
and then surely we shall be in danger to have our Prayers rejected. If we live in since we Are not fit for the forgiveness of our Sins;
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if they are not forgiven, they are crying to Heaven against us for vengeance, and will hinder our Prayers from being heard with God,
if they Are not forgiven, they Are crying to Heaven against us for vengeance, and will hinder our Prayers from being herd with God,
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and obstruct the way of Mercy towards us.
and obstruct the Way of Mercy towards us.
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But the joyning this Sacrament with our Prayers will be highly useful to us, and be very likely to give them the success we desire.
But the joining this Sacrament with our Prayers will be highly useful to us, and be very likely to give them the success we desire.
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The necessity and usefulness of this way of Worship to give success to Prayers, has been understood by all the Old Worshipers of God before the coming of Christ;
The necessity and usefulness of this Way of Worship to give success to Prayers, has been understood by all the Old Worshippers of God before the coming of christ;
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who therefore joyn'd it to their Prayers to recommend and help them.
who Therefore joined it to their Prayers to recommend and help them.
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Hence it is, that when we read of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob calling upon God, we read of their Building Altars too, and offering Sacrifices.
Hence it is, that when we read of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob calling upon God, we read of their Building Altars too, and offering Sacrifices.
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Hence it was, that Saul when he was afraid the Philistines would come upon him before he had made his Prayers for good success, forced himself to offer a Burnt-offering,
Hence it was, that Saul when he was afraid the philistines would come upon him before he had made his Prayers for good success, forced himself to offer a Burnt-offering,
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as he says, 1 Sam. 13.12. This also is signified and shewn very evidently, in that of Ezra. 6.10. where 'tis said, the King of Persia had decreed the restoring of the Temple Worship;
as he Says, 1 Sam. 13.12. This also is signified and shown very evidently, in that of Ezra. 6.10. where it's said, the King of Persiam had decreed the restoring of the Temple Worship;
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that the Jews might offer Sacrifices of sweet savour to the God of Heaven, and pray for the Life of the King and his Sons.
that the jews might offer Sacrifices of sweet savour to the God of Heaven, and pray for the Life of the King and his Sons.
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And what these Old Worshipers thought of their Sacrifices, the same Opinion had the Pious and Learned Worshippers,
And what these Old Worshippers Thought of their Sacrifices, the same Opinion had the Pious and Learned Worshippers,
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since the coming of Christ concerning this Sacrament.
since the coming of christ Concerning this Sacrament.
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We find inseveral of them (Mede) that they thought this necessary and useful to give success to their Prayers:
We find inseveral of them (Mede) that they Thought this necessary and useful to give success to their Prayers:
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Therefore after the Bread and Wine had been Consecrated by Prayer, to represent the Body and Blood of Christ,
Therefore After the Bred and Wine had been Consecrated by Prayer, to represent the Body and Blood of christ,
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then they made their most important requests to God, pleading in vertue of that Sacrifice which they then represented;
then they made their most important requests to God, pleading in virtue of that Sacrifice which they then represented;
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then also they remember'd all those whom they reckon'd themselves bound to pray for; and they did it with these words, We offer unto thee for such and such:
then also they remembered all those whom they reckoned themselves bound to pray for; and they did it with these words, We offer unto thee for such and such:
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Which was as much as to say, We beseech thee for the sake of that Sacrifice,
Which was as much as to say, We beseech thee for the sake of that Sacrifice,
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now represented before thee, to hear our Prayers.
now represented before thee, to hear our Prayers.
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But now, If God has appointed, and good Men have been wont to add this to their Prayers,
But now, If God has appointed, and good Men have been wont to add this to their Prayers,
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How can we expect to succeed without it? The Jews might not Sacrifice but in the Temple,
How can we expect to succeed without it? The jews might not Sacrifice but in the Temple,
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but they had places of Assembling for Prayers in divers part of the Nation;
but they had places of Assembling for Prayers in diverse part of the nation;
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and their daily Prayers were recommended and assisted by the daily whole Burnt-Offerings at the Temple:
and their daily Prayers were recommended and assisted by the daily Whole Burnt offerings At the Temple:
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And when any particular Person had any extraordinary and particular request, he recommended it to God with an extraordinary and particular Sacrifice.
And when any particular Person had any extraordinary and particular request, he recommended it to God with an extraordinary and particular Sacrifice.
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The first Christians we find as constantly met together to break Bread as to Pray,
The First Christians we find as constantly met together to break Bred as to Pray,
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and made the Celebration of this Sacrament, as constant a part of the Publick Worship as any other.
and made the Celebration of this Sacrament, as constant a part of the Public Worship as any other.
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It were heartily to be wish'd, that our People were so generally possest with their Duty in this case,
It were heartily to be wished, that our People were so generally possessed with their Duty in this case,
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as that we might have this Sacrament Celebrated every Lord's Day, as our Church has provided it should be in every Congregation.
as that we might have this Sacrament Celebrated every Lord's Day, as our Church has provided it should be in every Congregation.
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I cannot chuse but think, that we might hope to pray with the better success, and hear Sermons with the more advantage, if we did this too.
I cannot choose but think, that we might hope to pray with the better success, and hear Sermons with the more advantage, if we did this too.
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Since our Lord has required this as a part of our Worship, our Worship must be defective without it;
Since our Lord has required this as a part of our Worship, our Worship must be defective without it;
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and then the rest is not likely to be so much blest to us, as if we perform'd his Will in using this too.
and then the rest is not likely to be so much blessed to us, as if we performed his Will in using this too.
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I think we may justly look upon this as the chief part of our Worship,
I think we may justly look upon this as the chief part of our Worship,
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as that which gives most Honour to God, and will be of greatest advantage to us;
as that which gives most Honour to God, and will be of greatest advantage to us;
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and then we ought to endeavour to be constantly fit for it, and to come to it as often as we have opportunity to do so in the Congregation, where Order and Obedience do require us to joyn in Worship:
and then we ought to endeavour to be constantly fit for it, and to come to it as often as we have opportunity to do so in the Congregation, where Order and obedience do require us to join in Worship:
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Let us consider, that if there be any temporal Mercy greatly necessary to us, this is the best way to obtain it:
Let us Consider, that if there be any temporal Mercy greatly necessary to us, this is the best Way to obtain it:
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If we need the strengthening and confirming any Grace and Vertue in us;
If we need the strengthening and confirming any Grace and Virtue in us;
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if we desire to be deliver'd out of strong temptation, out of any grievous Affliction, this is the best and likeliest way to obtain it.
if we desire to be Delivered out of strong temptation, out of any grievous Affliction, this is the best and likeliest Way to obtain it.
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And if ever we have for any time pray'd for any mercy truly necessary to us,
And if ever we have for any time prayed for any mercy truly necessary to us,
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and have not yet receiv'd it;
and have not yet received it;
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I believe there is no Man has done this, but what may accuse himself of not coming to this Sacrament, with serious preparation so often as he might.
I believe there is no Man has done this, but what may accuse himself of not coming to this Sacrament, with serious preparation so often as he might.
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This then let us all resolve to do for the future, that we may be Partakers of the Divine Goodness.
This then let us all resolve to do for the future, that we may be Partakers of the Divine goodness.
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Now to him that loved us, and washed us from our Sins in his own Blood,
Now to him that loved us, and washed us from our Sins in his own Blood,
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and hath made us Kings and Priests unto God and his Father: To him with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be Glory and Dominion for ever, and ever. Amen.
and hath made us Kings and Priests unto God and his Father: To him with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be Glory and Dominion for ever, and ever. Amen.
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And this is that which is intimated in the Death of Sacrifices, That without Blood there is no remission, as the Apostle plainly teaches, Heb. 9.22. which he shews also in the following Discourse to be signified by the Death of Christ.
And this is that which is intimated in the Death of Sacrifices, That without Blood there is no remission, as the Apostle plainly Teaches, Hebrew 9.22. which he shows also in the following Discourse to be signified by the Death of christ.
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so it is become necessary to the maintaining his Authority and Honour, that there be some Punishment inflicted for Sin.
so it is become necessary to the maintaining his authority and Honour, that there be Some Punishment inflicted for Sin.
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But as he is Judge and Governour of the World, and injur'd and affronted by the sins of Men,
But as he is Judge and Governor of the World, and injured and affronted by the Sins of Men,
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He does not require, nor is pleased with it for it self:
He does not require, nor is pleased with it for it self:
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He is a good and benign Being, and does not delight in the destruction of Creatures that he has made:
He is a good and benign Being, and does not delight in the destruction of Creatures that he has made:
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This is evidently signified in that the Offering was brought to be kill'd and destroy'd in order to the Offerers finding favour with God.
This is evidently signified in that the Offering was brought to be killed and destroyed in order to the Offerers finding favour with God.
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unless some satisfaction be made to the Authority of God, which is affronted in our sin.
unless Some satisfaction be made to the authority of God, which is affronted in our since.
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2. In all Sacrifices there is intimated, and therefore must be acknowledged at this Sacrament, that we are not to expect any Favour from God,
2. In all Sacrifices there is intimated, and Therefore must be acknowledged At this Sacrament, that we Are not to expect any Favour from God,
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therefore to do this rightly we must join with it an acknowledgment of Sin, and of the desert of Punishment.
Therefore to do this rightly we must join with it an acknowledgment of since, and of the desert of Punishment.
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We represent in this Sacrament the Death of our Offering;
We represent in this Sacrament the Death of our Offering;
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And he also bids Men Judge themselves, that they may not be judged of the Lord:
And he also bids Men Judge themselves, that they may not be judged of the Lord:
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and may confess them before God:
and may confess them before God:
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which he appoints without doubt for this reason, that they may find out what Sins they are guilty of,
which he appoints without doubt for this reason, that they may find out what Sins they Are guilty of,
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For he requires Men to examine themselves before they come to it;
For he requires Men to examine themselves before they come to it;
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This acknowledgment also we ought to make when we Celebrate the Lord's Supper; as the Apostle plainly signifies in this Discourse:
This acknowledgment also we ought to make when we Celebrate the Lord's Supper; as the Apostle plainly signifies in this Discourse:
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When a Sinner comes to Worship God, he must come before him as such, with humble and self-abasing acknowledgments of his Guilt.
When a Sinner comes to Worship God, he must come before him as such, with humble and self-abasing acknowledgments of his Gilded.
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for it is said in Lev. 5.5. He shall confess that wherein he hath sinned.
for it is said in Lev. 5.5. He shall confess that wherein he hath sinned.
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and make a Confession of their Sin in express words, they are not purged by their Sacrifices;
and make a Confessi of their since in express words, they Are not purged by their Sacrifices;
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which Scripture, the Jewish Doctors understand, as requiring a Confession of Sins to be made with every Sacrifice for Sin. Therefore one of them says (Maimon in Outr.) unless the Offerers practice Repentance,
which Scripture, the Jewish Doctors understand, as requiring a Confessi of Sins to be made with every Sacrifice for Sin. Therefore one of them Says (Maimon in Outr.) unless the Offerers practice Repentance,
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In particular he directed an acknowledgment of Guilt to be made with these Sacrifices, as appears in Lev. 5.5.
In particular he directed an acknowledgment of Gilded to be made with these Sacrifices, as appears in Lev. 5.5.
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as plainly signified and represented all these things which have been mention'd.
as plainly signified and represented all these things which have been mentioned.
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However the way of Worshiping by Sacrifices was performed before God chose the Jews for his peculiar People, we shall find that he directed them to perform it with such Rites,
However the Way of Worshipping by Sacrifices was performed before God chosen the jews for his peculiar People, we shall find that he directed them to perform it with such Rites,
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and so an accursed and a devoted thing may be the same.
and so an accursed and a devoted thing may be the same.
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It comes to Death and Destruction as an accursed thing being reckon'd so for his sake who brings it;
It comes to Death and Destruction as an accursed thing being reckoned so for his sake who brings it;
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And when the thing is destroy'd which we offer to God, this signifies what the offerer deserves:
And when the thing is destroyed which we offer to God, this signifies what the offerer deserves:
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and therefore do restore it to the Grand Owner and Lord of all things.
and Therefore do restore it to the Grand Owner and Lord of all things.
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We must bring what we offer to God, as a forfeited thing, as that which we have lost all Right to,
We must bring what we offer to God, as a forfeited thing, as that which we have lost all Right to,
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when we come before him, to acknowledge our selves guilty, and deserving of Wrath and Punishment.
when we come before him, to acknowledge our selves guilty, and deserving of Wrath and Punishment.
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1. When God requires Men to Worship him by such Sacrifices, as are destroy'd upon their being offer'd to him, he signifies, that we ought,
1. When God requires Men to Worship him by such Sacrifices, as Are destroyed upon their being offered to him, he signifies, that we ought,
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I shall speak to each of these in order.
I shall speak to each of these in order.
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These things then we must understand and consider in Celebrating the Lord's Supper, that we may therein rightly and truly discern the Lord's Body.
These things then we must understand and Consider in Celebrating the Lord's Supper, that we may therein rightly and truly discern the Lord's Body.
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and minds the true nature and design of his Worship:
and minds the true nature and Design of his Worship:
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All these things are implied in such a way of Worship, and must be understood and attended to by him, that understands what he does,
All these things Are implied in such a Way of Worship, and must be understood and attended to by him, that understands what he does,
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and the Death and Destruction of that, does excuse us from Death and Destruction.
and the Death and Destruction of that, does excuse us from Death and Destruction.
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4. That the Offering and Sacrifice which we make to God, is allow'd and accounted to Suffer in our stead,
4. That the Offering and Sacrifice which we make to God, is allowed and accounted to Suffer in our stead,
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even to Jesus Christ, who is the Offering and Sacrifice for it.
even to jesus christ, who is the Offering and Sacrifice for it.
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3. That yet the Divine Compassion to our sad case, allows the tranferring of our Guilt on something else,
3. That yet the Divine Compassion to our sad case, allows the tranferring of our Gilded on something Else,
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2. That we are not to expect any favour from him, if the Honour of his Law and Authority be not repaired by some suffering for Sin.
2. That we Are not to expect any favour from him, if the Honour of his Law and authority be not repaired by Some suffering for Sin.
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1. That we are guilty before God, and deserving only of Wrath and Punishment from him.
1. That we Are guilty before God, and deserving only of Wrath and Punishment from him.
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does intimate and signifie these four things, as all Sacrifices for Sin did:
does intimate and signify these four things, as all Sacrifices for since did:
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This Sacrament then, as it is a Representation of the Sacrifice of the Death of Christ;
This Sacrament then, as it is a Representation of the Sacrifice of the Death of christ;
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when he directs Mankind to Worship him by Sacrifices.
when he directs Mankind to Worship him by Sacrifices.
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What he expects we should understand and acknowledge in our approaches to him, and does herein signifie and intimate, that he expects such things,
What he expects we should understand and acknowledge in our Approaches to him, and does herein signify and intimate, that he expects such things,
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Which will be to shew, what this way of Worshiping God by a Sacrifice for Sin, does signifie and mean:
Which will be to show, what this Way of Worshipping God by a Sacrifice for since, does signify and mean:
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and acknowledged by us when we Celebrate it.
and acknowledged by us when we Celebrate it.
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I come now in the Second place, to shew what this Notion of this Sacrament does intimate and suggest to us to be understood,
I come now in the Second place, to show what this Notion of this Sacrament does intimate and suggest to us to be understood,
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This, by his appointment, his Ministers do thus on Earth; while he as a Priest for ever offers it in Heaven for us.
This, by his appointment, his Ministers do thus on Earth; while he as a Priest for ever offers it in Heaven for us.
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and as it were repeat the Sacrifice of the Death of Christ, offering it up to God the Father.
and as it were repeat the Sacrifice of the Death of christ, offering it up to God the Father.
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Thus we see the Import of the Apostle's Words is this, That the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper does represent,
Thus we see the Import of the Apostle's Words is this, That the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper does represent,
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and this is to continue to the end of the World, for the Apostle says, We must thus shew the Lord's Death till he comes.
and this is to continue to the end of the World, for the Apostle Says, We must thus show the Lord's Death till he comes.
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The Celebration then of this Supper is the Worshiping of God by a Sacrifice still,
The Celebration then of this Supper is the Worshipping of God by a Sacrifice still,
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I shall now in the last place urge Men from this Notion or Consideration of this Sacrament, to attend upon it,
I shall now in the last place urge Men from this Notion or Consideration of this Sacrament, to attend upon it,
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It is very evident, that this is the Temper and Disposition of Mind, which is suitable and becoming us in the Celebration of this Sacrament.
It is very evident, that this is the Temper and Disposition of Mind, which is suitable and becoming us in the Celebration of this Sacrament.
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and easie to forgive those that injure us.
and easy to forgive those that injure us.
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Now the First of these is made to God (says he) therefore the Second is.
Now the First of these is made to God (Says he) Therefore the Second is.
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The Second is of the Passion of Christ the Son of God:
The Second is of the Passion of christ the Son of God:
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The First is of our Food, dry, and liquid, by ackowledging God the Creator and Giver thereof;
The First is of our Food, dry, and liquid, by acknowledging God the Creator and Giver thereof;
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Who says, there is a two-fold Commemoration made in the Eucharist;
Who Says, there is a twofold Commemoration made in the Eucharist;
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And he produces, besides other Testimonies out of the Ancients, an Expression of Justin Martyr (Dialog. cum Tryph) to this purpose:
And he produces, beside other Testimonies out of the Ancients, an Expression of Justin Martyr (Dialogue. cum Tryph) to this purpose:
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And by this Sacrament we represent the Blessed Passion of our Lord to the Father, setting before him the Monuments thereof.
And by this Sacrament we represent the Blessed Passion of our Lord to the Father, setting before him the Monuments thereof.
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and the Oblation therein, of whatsoever it be, is made to God, and has him for its Object.
and the Oblation therein, of whatsoever it be, is made to God, and has him for its Object.
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but a representing this to God. For every Sacrifice (says he) is directed to God;
but a representing this to God. For every Sacrifice (Says he) is directed to God;
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de Sacr. Missae.) Another says, (Mede) This Sacrament is not a bare remembring or putting our selves only in mind of the Death of Christ,
de Sacred Missae.) another Says, (Mede) This Sacrament is not a bore remembering or putting our selves only in mind of the Death of christ,
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because it is a Commemoration and also a Representation to God the Father, of Christ offer'd upon the Cross, (Perkins Demonstr. Probl. tit.
Because it is a Commemoration and also a Representation to God the Father, of christ offered upon the Cross, (Perkins Demonstor. Problem tit.
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A Divine of our own says, The ancient Fathers used to call the the Lord's Supper, a Sacrifice,
A Divine of our own Says, The ancient Father's used to call the the Lord's Supper, a Sacrifice,
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This Sacrament then we may call the Christian Sacrifice, as the ancient Fathers of the Church were wont to do.
This Sacrament then we may call the Christian Sacrifice, as the ancient Father's of the Church were wont to do.
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which can only mean, that this had been represented among them in the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper.
which can only mean, that this had been represented among them in the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper.
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That it does represent the Death of Christ on the Cross, the Apostle further intimates, in Gal. 3.1. where he says to the Galatians, That Jesus Christ had before their eyes been evidently set forth crucified among them:
That it does represent the Death of christ on the Cross, the Apostle further intimates, in Gal. 3.1. where he Says to the Galatians, That jesus christ had before their eyes been evidently Set forth Crucified among them:
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This Sacrament is not a true, real and propitiatory Sacrifice for Sin, but a lively Representation of such a Sacrifice.
This Sacrament is not a true, real and propitiatory Sacrifice for since, but a lively Representation of such a Sacrifice.
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but that he is representatively offer'd herein.
but that he is representatively offered herein.
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We must not say, with some in the Church of Rome, that Christ is personally offer'd by us in this Sacrament,
We must not say, with Some in the Church of Rome, that christ is personally offered by us in this Sacrament,
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so the Christian Church is directed to represent it still by the celebration of this Sacrament:
so the Christian Church is directed to represent it still by the celebration of this Sacrament:
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As the Fathers of the World and the Jewish Nation were directed to represent this only Propitiatory Sacrifice, the Death of Christ upon the Cross, by their Offerings for Sin,
As the Father's of the World and the Jewish nation were directed to represent this only Propitiatory Sacrifice, the Death of christ upon the Cross, by their Offerings for since,
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and the representing or setting this before God the Father, as a means to find favour with him.
and the representing or setting this before God the Father, as a means to find favour with him.
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It signifies the acting over again, as it were, the Sacrifice of the Death of Christ,
It signifies the acting over again, as it were, the Sacrifice of the Death of christ,
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And this signifies something more than a bare commemoration or remembrance of his Death:
And this signifies something more than a bore commemoration or remembrance of his Death:
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We may say then, this Sacrament is intended, to shew forth the Lord's Death: to make a solemn and lively representation of this.
We may say then, this Sacrament is intended, to show forth the Lord's Death: to make a solemn and lively representation of this.
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It is well enough render'd here, if we add but one word more, to make the sence of the Translation equal with that of the Original:
It is well enough rendered Here, if we add but one word more, to make the sense of the translation equal with that of the Original:
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The word here, render'd to shew, is elsewhere render'd to declare, and sometimes it is applied to the Preaching of the Gospel.
The word Here, rendered to show, is elsewhere rendered to declare, and sometime it is applied to the Preaching of the Gospel.
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He says, That in this, according to institution, we do shew the Lord's Death.
He Says, That in this, according to Institution, we do show the Lord's Death.
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In the first place, I shall shew you the Import of the Apostle's words here, concerning the Lord's Supper:
In the First place, I shall show you the Import of the Apostle's words Here, Concerning the Lord's Supper:
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4. I shall deduce some Arguments from thence also, to perswade Men to come to this Sacrament as frequently as they can.
4. I shall deduce Some Arguments from thence also, to persuade Men to come to this Sacrament as frequently as they can.
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and acknowledged by us in the Celebration of it. 3. I shall intimate from thence, with what disposition of Mind we should Celebrate it.
and acknowledged by us in the Celebration of it. 3. I shall intimate from thence, with what disposition of Mind we should Celebrate it.
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2. I shall shew, what that Consideration or Notion of this Sacrament does intimate and suggest to us to be understood,
2. I shall show, what that Consideration or Notion of this Sacrament does intimate and suggest to us to be understood,
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1. To give the Import of these words of the Apostle, that we may understand the Nature and Design of this Sacrament so far as it is signified in them.
1. To give the Import of these words of the Apostle, that we may understand the Nature and Design of this Sacrament so Far as it is signified in them.
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To this purpose I shall insist upon these four Heads of Discourse.
To this purpose I shall insist upon these four Heads of Discourse.
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And this appears necessary to be endeavour'd in our time, by the too common neglect, and the careless celebration of this Sacrament amongst us.
And this appears necessary to be endeavoured in our time, by the too Common neglect, and the careless celebration of this Sacrament among us.
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In speaking to these words, I shall endeavour to promote that design for which they were sent to the Church of Corinth; that is, the right understanding and due celebration of the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper.
In speaking to these words, I shall endeavour to promote that Design for which they were sent to the Church of Corinth; that is, the right understanding and due celebration of the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper.
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And in this 26th Verse, he tells them it was appointed for this purpose, That as oft as they did eat this Bread and drink this Cup, they should shew the Lord's Death till he comes.
And in this 26th Verse, he tells them it was appointed for this purpose, That as oft as they did eat this Bred and drink this Cup, they should show the Lord's Death till he comes.
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To rectifie this disorder the Apostle puts them in mind, in ver 24, 25. That our Saviour when he instituted this Sacrament, intended, that it should serve for a Memorial of his Death:
To rectify this disorder the Apostle puts them in mind, in for 24, 25. That our Saviour when he instituted this Sacrament, intended, that it should serve for a Memorial of his Death:
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they did not duly attend to, or regard the true Nature and Signification of this Action.
they did not duly attend to, or regard the true Nature and Signification of this Actium.
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They met indeed to eat Bread and drink Wine, but they did not discern the Lord's Body in doing this;
They met indeed to eat Bred and drink Wine, but they did not discern the Lord's Body in doing this;
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and so from that wherein the Religion of Celebrating it does chiefly consist.
and so from that wherein the Religion of Celebrating it does chiefly consist.
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But, as they join'd with it their common Love Feasts, so they seem to have done by it as we too commonly do by the other Sacrament of Baptism, that is, let the Feast and Entertainment which attended it divert them from the true nature and design of it,
But, as they joined with it their Common Love Feasts, so they seem to have done by it as we too commonly do by the other Sacrament of Baptism, that is, let the Feast and Entertainment which attended it divert them from the true nature and Design of it,
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The outward performance and shew of this Sacrament they kept up in their Assemblies;
The outward performance and show of this Sacrament they kept up in their Assemblies;
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and that in the most solemn and chief Act of it, their Celebrating the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper.
and that in the most solemn and chief Act of it, their Celebrating the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper.
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We may observe the Apostle Paul in this Chapter charging the Church of Corinth, with such a negligent and formal Application to their Religion;
We may observe the Apostle Paul in this Chapter charging the Church of Corinth, with such a negligent and formal Application to their Religion;
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and it looks like a meer violence and imposition upon his Nature to do any thing it requires.
and it looks like a mere violence and imposition upon his Nature to do any thing it requires.
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so slight and formal, that he seems as it were drag'd to it;
so slight and formal, that he seems as it were dragged to it;
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But yet in all his Applications to the Services of it, he is so careless and negligent,
But yet in all his Applications to the Services of it, he is so careless and negligent,
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even when he sets himself to endeavour this, to satisfie himself altogether to neglect it; something of Religion he must needs practice:
even when he sets himself to endeavour this, to satisfy himself altogether to neglect it; something of Religion he must needs practice:
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For an Instance of this we may take notice, That he is strongly addicted to Religion, insomuch that he is hardly able,
For an Instance of this we may take notice, That he is strongly addicted to Religion, insomuch that he is hardly able,
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For he could never come such as he is, from the Hands of a Wise and Good Creator.
For he could never come such as he is, from the Hands of a Wise and Good Creator.
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THere is very apparent in Man a wonderful disagreement with himself: Which plainly shews, that he is not now in his truly Natural and Original State;
THere is very apparent in Man a wondered disagreement with himself: Which plainly shows, that he is not now in his truly Natural and Original State;
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For as often as ye Eat this Bread, and Drink this Cup, ye do shew the Lord's Death till he come.
For as often as you Eat this Bred, and Drink this Cup, you do show the Lord's Death till he come.
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we should be ready to do good, far from seeking to do any Evil to our Neighbour,
we should be ready to do good, Far from seeking to do any Evil to our Neighbour,
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And then, in Obedience to his Commands, and in Conformity to his free Universal Love, we must be in Charity with all Men;
And then, in obedience to his Commands, and in Conformity to his free Universal Love, we must be in Charity with all Men;
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Ready to do all things he commands, and to deny our selves to Please and Honour him.
Ready to do all things he commands, and to deny our selves to Please and Honour him.
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It should make us devote our selves to serve him, and present our selves a reasonable, holy, and lively Sacrifice to him.
It should make us devote our selves to serve him, and present our selves a reasonable, holy, and lively Sacrifice to him.
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That he lov'd us freely, and redeem'd us at so great a cost to himself.
That he loved us freely, and redeemed us At so great a cost to himself.
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It should kindle a most ardent and prevailing Love in us to him to consider, that he lov'd us, and gave himself for us!
It should kindle a most Ardent and prevailing Love in us to him to Consider, that he loved us, and gave himself for us!
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who helped us in our helpless Condition, who gave himself to die, that he might purchase Eternal Life for us.
who helped us in our helpless Condition, who gave himself to die, that he might purchase Eternal Life for us.
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who pitied us in our guilty State;
who pitied us in our guilty State;
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and from which we are redeem'd by the Death of Christ. This should affect our hearts with the highest thankfulness to him;
and from which we Are redeemed by the Death of christ. This should affect our hearts with the highest thankfulness to him;
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And when we consider the depth of Misery into which we were plunged by our Sin,
And when we Consider the depth of Misery into which we were plunged by our since,
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And thus we are to exercise our Faith in God.
And thus we Are to exercise our Faith in God.
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We may upon the account of this Sacrifice, ask and expect the most valuable, and the most important Blessings.
We may upon the account of this Sacrifice, ask and expect the most valuable, and the most important Blessings.
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and an Interest in the Kingdom of Heaven.
and an Interest in the Kingdom of Heaven.
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We may ask and hope for the Pardon of our Sins, the Sanctifying Influences of the Holy Spirit,
We may ask and hope for the Pardon of our Sins, the Sanctifying Influences of the Holy Spirit,
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and with an humble boldness represent it to him to find favour with him:
and with an humble boldness represent it to him to find favour with him:
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We may believe and rely upon the Sufficiency of this Sacrifice for Sin, be assur'd of its acceptance with the Father,
We may believe and rely upon the Sufficiency of this Sacrifice for since, be assured of its acceptance with the Father,
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We may therefore raise our Hopes thereby in the Mercy of God through Jesus Christ.
We may Therefore raise our Hope's thereby in the Mercy of God through jesus christ.
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as well as of our Disease, and of an Atonement for Sin as well as of our Sin:
as well as of our Disease, and of an Atonement for since as well as of our since:
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Again, Because this Representation of the Sacrifice of the Death of Christ, puts us in mind of a Remedy,
Again, Because this Representation of the Sacrifice of the Death of christ, puts us in mind of a Remedy,
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And, then, as being truly fallen out with it, we must make strong and stedfast resolutions to forsake our Sins for the future.
And, then, as being truly fallen out with it, we must make strong and steadfast resolutions to forsake our Sins for the future.
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And this should possess us with an earnest hatred and detestation of all Sin and Wickedness.
And this should possess us with an earnest hatred and detestation of all since and Wickedness.
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And thought it not for his Honour to accept a less Sacrifice, than the Blood and Death of his Son in our Nature:
And Thought it not for his Honour to accept a less Sacrifice, than the Blood and Death of his Son in our Nature:
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that he does not make a light matter of it; that he will not pardon it without some Testimony of his Displeasure against it:
that he does not make a Light matter of it; that he will not pardon it without Some Testimony of his Displeasure against it:
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Herein we may learn, it is not so small a matter to sin against God, as we commonly account it;
Herein we may Learn, it is not so small a matter to sin against God, as we commonly account it;
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how odious and offensive it is to the Pure and Holy God, and how great a displeasure he has conceived against it.
how odious and offensive it is to the Pure and Holy God, and how great a displeasure he has conceived against it.
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It should possess us with a very great sence of the Evil of Sin, to see herein represented,
It should possess us with a very great sense of the Evil of since, to see herein represented,
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And it should grieve us to think how much grief and pain it has cost our Redeemer, to purchase the Pardon of our Sins.
And it should grieve us to think how much grief and pain it has cost our Redeemer, to purchase the Pardon of our Sins.
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and the Fountain of all that Good which we enjoy.
and the Fountain of all that Good which we enjoy.
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but with a hearty Sorrow, and unfeigned Repentance for our Sins? It should grieve us certainly when we consider, that we have offer'd affront and dishonour to the Great God who is the Author of our Being,
but with a hearty Sorrow, and unfeigned Repentance for our Sins? It should grieve us Certainly when we Consider, that we have offered affront and dishonour to the Great God who is the Author of our Being,
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With what temper and disposition of mind does it become us to acknowledge our selves sinners before God,
With what temper and disposition of mind does it become us to acknowledge our selves Sinners before God,
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And this is so evidently suggested in what has been said, that I need not insist long upon it.
And this is so evidently suggested in what has been said, that I need not insist long upon it.
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I come now in the Third place, to suggest and gather from hence with what disposition of mind we ought to celebrate this Representation of the Death of Christ.
I come now in the Third place, to suggest and gather from hence with what disposition of mind we ought to celebrate this Representation of the Death of christ.
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and what we are to attend to, and consider in the Celebration of it.
and what we Are to attend to, and Consider in the Celebration of it.
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Thus much I think may suffice to shew, what is intimated and signified in the representation of the Death of Christ in the Sacrament,
Thus much I think may suffice to show, what is intimated and signified in the representation of the Death of christ in the Sacrament,
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And of the Wine he said, This is my Blood of the New Testament, which is shed for many for the Remission of Sins, Mat. 26.28.
And of the Wine he said, This is my Blood of the New Testament, which is shed for many for the Remission of Sins, Mathew 26.28.
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For of the Bread, he said, This is my Body which is given for you, as St. Luke represents it, Luke 22.19. which is broken for you, as St. Paul represents it, in 1 Cor. 11.24.
For of the Bred, he said, This is my Body which is given for you, as Saint Lycia represents it, Lycia 22.19. which is broken for you, as Saint Paul represents it, in 1 Cor. 11.24.
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And that we are to do so, is plainly signified in the very words our Saviour used at the Institution of it:
And that we Are to do so, is plainly signified in the very words our Saviour used At the Institution of it:
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This, then, is what we are to understand and consider of his Death at the Celebration of this Sacrament.
This, then, is what we Are to understand and Consider of his Death At the Celebration of this Sacrament.
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and with his stripes we are healed, Isa. 53.5. which plainly speaks his suffering in our stead.
and with his stripes we Are healed, Isaiah 53.5. which plainly speaks his suffering in our stead.
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The Prophet says, He was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our Iniquities, the Chastisement of our Peace was upon him,
The Prophet Says, He was wounded for our transgressions, he was Bruised for our Iniquities, the Chastisement of our Peace was upon him,
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And He suffer'd for our sins, says the Apostle, 1 Pet. 1.18.
And He suffered for our Sins, Says the Apostle, 1 Pet. 1.18.
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A multitude of places speak this, I shall mention but some of them, in Mat. 20.28. He says of himself, He came to give his life a ransom for many.
A multitude of places speak this, I shall mention but Some of them, in Mathew 20.28. He Says of himself, He Come to give his life a ransom for many.
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as our desert, and to excuse us thereby from suffering.
as our desert, and to excuse us thereby from suffering.
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As this was intimated in the Sacrifices of the Jews, so it is that which the Scripture plainly says of the Death of Jesus Christ, That he suffer'd Death for us,
As this was intimated in the Sacrifices of the jews, so it is that which the Scripture plainly Says of the Death of jesus christ, That he suffered Death for us,
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Let this Victim be substituted in my place and stead, so that the Evil I have deserv'd may fall upon the Head of my Sacrifice. ( Outr. de sacr. p. 170.)
Let this Victim be substituted in my place and stead, so that the Evil I have deserved may fallen upon the Head of my Sacrifice. (Outr. the Sacred. p. 170.)
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Which words they themselves explain thus;
Which words they themselves explain thus;
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For at the end of that Confession of sins which they made, with their Hands upon the Head of the Sacrifice, we are told they added these words, And let this be my Expiation or Atonement.
For At the end of that Confessi of Sins which they made, with their Hands upon the Head of the Sacrifice, we Are told they added these words, And let this be my Expiation or Atonement.
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as we may see, in Exod. 30. by comparing the 12th. with the 15th. and 16th. verses. And the Jews themselves understood thus of this matter:
as we may see, in Exod 30. by comparing the 12th. with the 15th. and 16th. Verses. And the jews themselves understood thus of this matter:
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To be or make an atonement for the Soul, and to be its Ransom, is the same thing in Scripture,
To be or make an atonement for the Soul, and to be its Ransom, is the same thing in Scripture,
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and so the Life of the Sacrifice was evidently offer'd instead of that.
and so the Life of the Sacrifice was evidently offered instead of that.
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which can mean no less than to excuse the forfeiture of it, to save the Life of the Offerer;
which can mean no less than to excuse the forfeiture of it, to save the Life of the Offerer;
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And 'tis repeated again, that 'tis the Blood which maketh an Atonement for the Soul. Now to atone for the Soul is to atone for the Life;
And it's repeated again, that it's the Blood which makes an Atonement for the Soul. Now to atone for the Soul is to atone for the Life;
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then is it no longer unlawful to eat the Blood, this by the Way. It is said in Levit. 17.11. That the Blood of the Sacrifice was to be shed, and put upon the Altar to make an atonement for their Souls:
then is it no longer unlawful to eat the Blood, this by the Way. It is said in Levit. 17.11. That the Blood of the Sacrifice was to be shed, and put upon the Altar to make an atonement for their Souls:
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but when that way of Worship is abolish'd, and the reason of that abstinence is remov'd,
but when that Way of Worship is abolished, and the reason of that abstinence is removed,
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And the Blood wherein is the Life of an Animal, as the Scripture speaks, being thus reserv'd to God to make atonement for sin, it was not permitted to any to eat the Blood of any Creature whilst that way of Worship lasted, and for that reason;
And the Blood wherein is the Life of an Animal, as the Scripture speaks, being thus reserved to God to make atonement for since, it was not permitted to any to eat the Blood of any Creature while that Way of Worship lasted, and for that reason;
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When the Blood of the Sacrifice was sprinkled on the Altar, or brought into the most Holy Place, it was offer'd to God, being the Life of the Creature Sacrificed, instead of the forfeited Life of the Offerer.
When the Blood of the Sacrifice was sprinkled on the Altar, or brought into the most Holy Place, it was offered to God, being the Life of the Creature Sacrificed, instead of the forfeited Life of the Offerer.
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So as that the Sacrifice suffer'd what was due to the Sinner, and suffer'd instead of the Sinner, to excuse him from suffering.
So as that the Sacrifice suffered what was due to the Sinner, and suffered instead of the Sinner, to excuse him from suffering.
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4. In all Sacrifices for sin, there was intimated, and might be understood the transferring of the Punishment due from the Offerer to the Sacrifice:
4. In all Sacrifices for since, there was intimated, and might be understood the transferring of the Punishment due from the Offerer to the Sacrifice:
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Again, 'tis said, He was made sin for us who knew no sin, 2 Cor. 5.21. And he was offer'd to bear the sins of many, Heb. 9.23. which things plainly express and shew, the transferring or imputation of the sins of Mankind to Jesus Christ, our great and only true propitiatory Sacrifice.
Again, it's said, He was made since for us who knew no since, 2 Cor. 5.21. And he was offered to bear the Sins of many, Hebrew 9.23. which things plainly express and show, the transferring or imputation of the Sins of Mankind to jesus christ, our great and only true propitiatory Sacrifice.
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tho' Christ was not then come in the Flesh.
though christ was not then come in the Flesh.
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1 Cor. 11.26.
1 Cor. 11.26.
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because this was then unalterably determined, that he should bear the sins of Men, and it was operative even then to the Salvation of Good Men,
Because this was then unalterably determined, that he should bear the Sins of Men, and it was operative even then to the Salvation of Good Men,
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For it says, He bare our Sins in his own Body on the Tree, that is on the Cross, 1 Pet. 2.24. The Prophet also says of him, God hath laid on him the Iniquity of us all, Isa. 53.6.
For it Says, He bore our Sins in his own Body on the Tree, that is on the Cross, 1 Pet. 2.24. The Prophet also Says of him, God hath laid on him the Iniquity of us all, Isaiah 53.6.
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And thus much the Scripture plainly tells us of him.
And thus much the Scripture plainly tells us of him.
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That he should bear away upon him the Iniquity of the Children of Israel to a Land not inhabited, Levit. 16.22. This then is that which we must understand and acknowledge concerning Jesus Christ at this Sacrament, That the sins of Mankind were transferr'd upon this our great Sacrifice:
That he should bear away upon him the Iniquity of the Children of Israel to a Land not inhabited, Levit. 16.22. This then is that which we must understand and acknowledge Concerning jesus christ At this Sacrament, That the Sins of Mankind were transferred upon this our great Sacrifice:
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and it is expresly said of the Scape-Goat, who was to be let go alive into the Wilderness;
and it is expressly said of the Scape-Goat, who was to be let go alive into the Wilderness;
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These things we may see, Levit. 16.26, 28. And that the guilt was remov'd, as well as communicated, from the Offerer to the Offering, appears, in that the slain Beast was carried away out of the Camp to be burnt;
These things we may see, Levit. 16.26, 28. And that the guilt was removed, as well as communicated, from the Offerer to the Offering, appears, in that the slave Beast was carried away out of the Camp to be burned;
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And he also who carried the Beast that was slain, after such confession over it, to be burnt without the Camp was accounted defiled by that:
And he also who carried the Beast that was slave, After such Confessi over it, to be burned without the Camp was accounted defiled by that:
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and was order'd to wash his Clothes, and bathe himself before he might return among the People.
and was ordered to wash his Clothes, and bathe himself before he might return among the People.
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That there was herein a guilt communicated to the Offering, appears in this, that he who led the Scape-Goat into the Wilderness after this confession of the Peoples Sins over him, was reckon'd defiled by the Beast,
That there was herein a guilt communicated to the Offering, appears in this, that he who led the Scape-Goat into the Wilderness After this Confessi of the Peoples Sins over him, was reckoned defiled by the Beast,
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for 'tis said that in doing this, He did put their trangressions and sins upon the head of that whereon he had laid his Hands while he confest them.
for it's said that in doing this, He did put their transgressions and Sins upon the head of that whereon he had laid his Hands while he confessed them.
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And the meaning and significancy of this Rite is there exprest to be this transferring of Guilt;
And the meaning and significancy of this Rite is there expressed to be this transferring of Gilded;
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as we see particularly, Levit. 16.21.
as we see particularly, Levit. 16.21.
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In some Cases the High Priest laid his Hands upon the Offering, as a Representative of all the People,
In Some Cases the High Priest laid his Hands upon the Offering, as a Representative of all the People,
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In Offerings for all the People, some of the Chief of them did this as Representatives of the rest.
In Offerings for all the People, Some of the Chief of them did this as Representatives of the rest.
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This was done by the direction of God himself. It was order'd to be done by particular Persons when they offer'd, Levit. 1.4. and elsewhere.
This was done by the direction of God himself. It was ordered to be done by particular Persons when they offered, Levit. 1.4. and elsewhere.
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the Person who offer'd laid his hands upon the head of his Offering while he confest his Sins.
the Person who offered laid his hands upon the head of his Offering while he confessed his Sins.
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that it was communicated to the Sacrifice, and removed from the Offerer. There was such a Rite as this appointed;
that it was communicated to the Sacrifice, and removed from the Offerer. There was such a Rite as this appointed;
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3. In all Sacrifices for Sin there was intimated, and to be understood a transferring of Guilt from the Offerer to his Sacrifice;
3. In all Sacrifices for since there was intimated, and to be understood a transferring of Gilded from the Offerer to his Sacrifice;
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And as infinitely offended by the sins of Men, he would not permit his well-beloved Son to obtain the Pardon of them, without dying and suffering some penalty for them.
And as infinitely offended by the Sins of Men, he would not permit his well-beloved Son to obtain the Pardon of them, without dying and suffering Some penalty for them.
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lest his Government should be despised, and he should encourage Men to transgress.
lest his Government should be despised, and he should encourage Men to transgress.
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no Pardon to be obtain'd unless his Honour and Authority be secur'd by some suffering for Sin. That as a Wise Governour of the World, he will not give an easie and cheap Pardon,
no Pardon to be obtained unless his Honour and authority be secured by Some suffering for Sin. That as a Wise Governor of the World, he will not give an easy and cheap Pardon,
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When we celebrate this Sacrament therefore, which is a representation of his Death, we must consider and acknowledge, that there is no Peace with God to be expected by Sinners;
When we celebrate this Sacrament Therefore, which is a representation of his Death, we must Consider and acknowledge, that there is no Peace with God to be expected by Sinners;
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And when the Injuries and Affronts of Men are apt to provoke us highly, we should consider how much greater we our selves are guilty of, against the Great Lord of the World.
And when the Injuries and Affronts of Men Are apt to provoke us highly, we should Consider how much greater we our selves Are guilty of, against the Great Lord of the World.
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a Debt which we could never pay if it should be required of us, but we must needs lie for it in everlasting Punishment.
a Debt which we could never pay if it should be required of us, but we must needs lie for it in everlasting Punishment.
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4. To learn Patience in Adversity, we should learn and accustom our selves to Self-denials. An indulg'd and gratified Will and Humour will be impatient when Circumstances cross them;
4. To Learn Patience in Adversity, we should Learn and accustom our selves to Self-denials. an indulged and gratified Will and Humour will be impatient when circumstances cross them;
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but if a Man be wont sometimes to curb and restrain them and cross himself, he will be so used to this as to bear it Patiently.
but if a Man be wont sometime to curb and restrain them and cross himself, he will be so used to this as to bear it Patiently.
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Abstinence and Temperance in Prosperity, lead and prepare a Man to Patience in Adversity.
Abstinence and Temperance in Prosperity, led and prepare a Man to Patience in Adversity.
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He that by voluntary Self-denials and Abstinence will sometimes want what he has, and use himself to course Fare, hard Labour, mean Garments, uneasie Lodging, he would learn to bear these things with a composed Mind if necessity should lay them upon him.
He that by voluntary Self-denials and Abstinence will sometime want what he has, and use himself to course Fare, hard Labour, mean Garments, uneasy Lodging, he would Learn to bear these things with a composed Mind if necessity should lay them upon him.
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To conclude, We must earnestly Pray for this Grace; and should often meditate on the Life of our Blessed Saviour:
To conclude, We must earnestly Pray for this Grace; and should often meditate on the Life of our Blessed Saviour:
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Who was a Man of Sorrows and acquainted with Griefs, and was meek and patient under all:
Who was a Man of Sorrows and acquainted with Griefs, and was meek and patient under all:
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Who in this way went to Bliss, and has Commanded us to follow him:
Who in this Way went to Bliss, and has Commanded us to follow him:
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And has given us the great Encouragement of his Promise, That, To him that overcomes, he will give to sit with him on his Throne,
And has given us the great Encouragement of his Promise, That, To him that overcomes, he will give to fit with him on his Throne,
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even as he also overcame, and is set down with the Father on his Throne.
even as he also overcame, and is Set down with the Father on his Throne.
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Rom. 12.12. Patient in Tribulation.
Rom. 12.12. Patient in Tribulation.
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THE Wise man says, that which is very often verified in the World; (Prov. 19.3.) The Foolishness of Man perverteth his way,
THE Wise man Says, that which is very often verified in the World; (Curae 19.3.) The Foolishness of Man perverteth his Way,
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and his Heart fretteth against the Lord. That is;
and his Heart fretteth against the Lord. That is;
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our own Folly or Sin (which is all one with him) brings us into Calamity and Trouble,
our own Folly or since (which is all one with him) brings us into Calamity and Trouble,
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and yet when we are so we fall out with God for it. All the Calamities of the World are what our Sins have deserv'd from Him;
and yet when we Are so we fallen out with God for it. All the Calamities of the World Are what our Sins have deserved from Him;
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and for the most part they are the very natural Fruits and Effects of them:
and for the most part they Are the very natural Fruits and Effects of them:
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Yet when such things come upon us we are not vexed at our selves, but at the Providence of God:
Yet when such things come upon us we Are not vexed At our selves, but At the Providence of God:
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We account him our Enemy for harms, which we do to our selves, and call his Wisdom in question for the Effects of our own Folly.
We account him our Enemy for harms, which we do to our selves, and call his Wisdom in question for the Effects of our own Folly.
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This Carriage Solomon must be understood to condemn, and we may easily apprehend it to be very disingenuous and unreasonable;
This Carriage Solomon must be understood to condemn, and we may Easily apprehend it to be very disingenuous and unreasonable;
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and highly Offensive to Almighty God.
and highly Offensive to Almighty God.
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Upon these Accounts it is necessary to insist upon this excellent Precept in our Text, which bids us to be Patient in Tribulation. This is certainly the due Behaviour in our Afflictions,
Upon these Accounts it is necessary to insist upon this excellent Precept in our Text, which bids us to be Patient in Tribulation. This is Certainly the due Behaviour in our Afflictions,
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tho' it be that which very few know how, or are willing to Practice.
though it be that which very few know how, or Are willing to Practice.
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In speaking to this, that I may the better promote it, I shall insist upon these Three Heads of Discourse.
In speaking to this, that I may the better promote it, I shall insist upon these Three Heads of Discourse.
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1. To give the Character of this Vertue, or to shew what it does require, and how it will express and Exercise it self.
1. To give the Character of this Virtue, or to show what it does require, and how it will express and Exercise it self.
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2. To urge the Exercise of it by such Arguments as shall seem most fit for that Purpose.
2. To urge the Exercise of it by such Arguments as shall seem most fit for that Purpose.
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3. To prescribe some useful means for possessing our selves with it.
3. To prescribe Some useful means for possessing our selves with it.
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In the first place, I shall represent the Character of this Vertue, and shew what is a Patient Behaviour under Afflictions in the following Particulars.
In the First place, I shall represent the Character of this Virtue, and show what is a Patient Behaviour under Afflictions in the following Particulars.
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1. This requires, and will exercise an humble Resignation, and Submission to the Will of God in all that befalls us.
1. This requires, and will exercise an humble Resignation, and Submission to the Will of God in all that befalls us.
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Patience ascribes all that we suffer to Him, as the chief Cause and Orderer of it.
Patience ascribes all that we suffer to Him, as the chief Cause and Orderer of it.
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This we see in those that have exercised this Vertue.
This we see in those that have exercised this Virtue.
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When Job had lost all his Estate, partly by injurious Neighbours, he takes no notice of them,
When Job had lost all his Estate, partly by injurious Neighbours, he Takes no notice of them,
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but ascribes his Losses to God's Providence, and says, The Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away.
but ascribes his Losses to God's Providence, and Says, The Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away.
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So when Shimei took the advantage of Davids Affliction, and insulted over and revil'd him, the good Man calmly bore his Affronts with this thought, The Lord hath bid Shimei to curse David, 2 Sam. 15. If Men are unjust,
So when Shimei took the advantage of Davids Affliction, and insulted over and reviled him, the good Man calmly boar his Affronts with this Thought, The Lord hath bid Shimei to curse David, 2 Sam. 15. If Men Are unjust,
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or ungrateful, if they are Arrogant and Proud in what they do to afflict us, all this must be overlookt,
or ungrateful, if they Are Arrogant and Proud in what they do to afflict us, all this must be overlooked,
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and we must consider they are but Instruments. And as we must ascribe all that we suffer to God's Providence;
and we must Consider they Are but Instruments. And as we must ascribe all that we suffer to God's Providence;
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so we must submit to it as his Will.
so we must submit to it as his Will.
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We must not for it entertain any hard thoughts of God, not call in Question any of his Glorious Attributes,
We must not for it entertain any hard thoughts of God, not call in Question any of his Glorious Attributes,
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nor allow any indecent murmurings, or Expostulations against Him. It were impatience to think or say thus: I cannot please God;
nor allow any indecent murmurings, or Expostulations against Him. It were impatience to think or say thus: I cannot please God;
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I cannot find any Favour with him: It is in vain for me to endeavour to do always that which is good;
I cannot find any Favour with him: It is in vain for me to endeavour to do always that which is good;
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since I am so often plagued and chastened.
since I am so often plagued and chastened.
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He blames himself for such thoughts who Penn'd the 73. Psal. as very unfit and impatient ones.
He blames himself for such thoughts who Penned the 73. Psalm as very unfit and impatient ones.
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It were great Impatience should we think or say, that God deals unjustly with us, or more hardly than he needs to do.
It were great Impatience should we think or say, that God deals unjustly with us, or more hardly than he needs to do.
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We must yield to be afflicted in what way he pleases, by whatever Iustruments, to what degree,
We must yield to be afflicted in what Way he Pleases, by whatever Instruments, to what degree,
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and for as long time as he pleases. It were therefore Impatience to say, I could be contented to endure any other Affliction,
and for as long time as he Pleases. It were Therefore Impatience to say, I could be contented to endure any other Affliction,
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than that which is upon me:
than that which is upon me:
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Or I am not so much concern'd at this sort of Affliction, as at this or that particular Circumstance of it, which I am loath to bear.
Or I am not so much concerned At this sort of Affliction, as At this or that particular Circumstance of it, which I am loath to bear.
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It were also Impatience to think I could suffer from any other Persons, but I cannot bear that these by whom I do suffer should thus deal with me.
It were also Impatience to think I could suffer from any other Persons, but I cannot bear that these by whom I do suffer should thus deal with me.
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To say I am tired with the length of my Afflictions, I could bear them, if I could have any Prospect of the end of them, and to be Peremptory,
To say I am tired with the length of my Afflictions, I could bear them, if I could have any Prospect of the end of them, and to be Peremptory,
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and in haste for Deliverance, to fix times to him, and not leave him to chuse his own time to save us.
and in haste for Deliverance, to fix times to him, and not leave him to choose his own time to save us.
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We deceive our selves in such Imaginations, and could no more be Patient under other Circumstances,
We deceive our selves in such Imaginations, and could no more be Patient under other circumstances,
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than we are under those that are allotted us.
than we Are under those that Are allotted us.
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The true Vertue is entirely resign'd to the Will and disposal of God, without murmuring or disputing.
The true Virtue is entirely resigned to the Will and disposal of God, without murmuring or disputing.
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This we see also in the best Patterns of it.
This we see also in the best Patterns of it.
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When David was flying in great Distress from a formidable Rebellion of his Son, he supposes the very worst that his Condition could come to,
When David was flying in great Distress from a formidable Rebellion of his Son, he supposes the very worst that his Condition could come to,
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and speaks his Submission to it in these words, If God shall say thus, I have no delight in Thee,
and speaks his Submission to it in these words, If God shall say thus, I have no delight in Thee,
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behold here I am, let him do to me as seemeth good unto Him, 2 Sam. 15.26.
behold Here I am, let him do to me as seems good unto Him, 2 Sam. 15.26.
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And we have a greater Pattern of this Resignation and Submission, whom as we bear the Name of Christians, we are bound to follow even our Master Jesus.
And we have a greater Pattern of this Resignation and Submission, whom as we bear the Name of Christians, we Are bound to follow even our Master jesus.
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Who tho' concern'd to avoid if it might be the bitter Sufferings which he was about to undergo,
Who though concerned to avoid if it might be the bitter Sufferings which he was about to undergo,
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yet he resigns himself to the Father's disposal thus; Nevertheless not my Will but thine be done.
yet he resigns himself to the Father's disposal thus; Nevertheless not my Will but thine be done.
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2. This Vertue requires, that we do continue our Trust and Hope in the Divine mercy;
2. This Virtue requires, that we do continue our Trust and Hope in the Divine mercy;
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and express this by continued Addresses and Prayers to God.
and express this by continued Addresses and Prayers to God.
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Tho' this requires that our Wills be resign'd to the Will of God, yet it does not forbid us praying with Submission for Deliverance from our Afflictions.
Though this requires that our Wills be resigned to the Will of God, yet it does not forbid us praying with Submission for Deliverance from our Afflictions.
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The Scripture it self teaches us that Prayer against our Afflictions is not contrary to the Precept of Patience, in that it says, Is any afflicted let him Pray, Jam. 5.3.
The Scripture it self Teaches us that Prayer against our Afflictions is not contrary to the Precept of Patience, in that it Says, Is any afflicted let him Pray, Jam. 5.3.
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And that we may use it with an unwearied perseverance so long as the occasion for it remains;
And that we may use it with an unwearied perseverance so long as the occasion for it remains;
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the Apostle plainly intimates in this Verse which is our Text, where he joyns together these two Directions, be Patient in Tribulation, and continuing instant in Prayer.
the Apostle plainly intimates in this Verse which is our Text, where he joins together these two Directions, be Patient in Tribulation, and Continuing instant in Prayer.
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This also we find practiced by our Saviour, and allow'd by his Practice:
This also we find practiced by our Saviour, and allowed by his Practice:
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For we find that he pray'd against the bitter Cup that was allotted him, even whilst he submitted to take it.
For we find that he prayed against the bitter Cup that was allotted him, even while he submitted to take it.
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Our Prayers may be Peremptory and hasty, and Quarrelsome, and then they are impatient: But it is also an Instance of impatience to give over Praying.
Our Prayers may be Peremptory and hasty, and Quarrelsome, and then they Are impatient: But it is also an Instance of impatience to give over Praying.
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To think or say, This evil is of the Lord, why should I wait on the Lord any longer? Why should I seek or expect any help and relief from him that afflicts me? To think this Evil admits of no Cure, I am utterly undone:
To think or say, This evil is of the Lord, why should I wait on the Lord any longer? Why should I seek or expect any help and relief from him that afflicts me? To think this Evil admits of no Cure, I am utterly undone:
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God himself can hardly retrieve my Condition, or if he can he will not:
God himself can hardly retrieve my Condition, or if he can he will not:
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If there were any Favour in Heaven for me, I had never come to this Extremity.
If there were any Favour in Heaven for me, I had never come to this Extremity.
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This is a Temptation we are exceedingly apt to yield to, when Afflictions lie long upon us,
This is a Temptation we Are exceedingly apt to yield to, when Afflictions lie long upon us,
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or a long Series of them succeed one another, in which Cases we must especially be aware of it.
or a long Series of them succeed one Another, in which Cases we must especially be aware of it.
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Our Saviour 'tis said, Luk. 18.1. put forth a Parable, to teach that Men ought always to pray and not to faint.
Our Saviour it's said, Luk. 18.1. put forth a Parable, to teach that Men ought always to pray and not to faint.
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And he applies the Parable himself in v. 7. to the long Sufferings of good Men.
And he Applies the Parable himself in v. 7. to the long Sufferings of good Men.
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It is perhaps partly for this end that God sends affliction:
It is perhaps partly for this end that God sends affliction:
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To awaken us to a due Sense of our dependance upon him, to cure our neglect of his Providence,
To awaken us to a due Sense of our dependence upon him, to cure our neglect of his Providence,
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and to teach us to pray when we have been negligent of it, or too careless in the performance of this Duty.
and to teach us to pray when we have been negligent of it, or too careless in the performance of this Duty.
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This is therefore what we must look upon as expected by God in our Affliction: And accordingly he bids Men call upon him in the time of Trouble;
This is Therefore what we must look upon as expected by God in our Affliction: And accordingly he bids Men call upon him in the time of Trouble;
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and to encourage it he Promises, that if they do so, he will deliver them, Psal. 50.15. We may hope in his Mercy even while he afflicts us;
and to encourage it he Promises, that if they do so, he will deliver them, Psalm 50.15. We may hope in his Mercy even while he afflicts us;
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and may pray to be eased or deliver'd, provided we keep our Prayers within the bounds of that Submission to his Will which was mention'd before.
and may pray to be eased or Delivered, provided we keep our Prayers within the bounds of that Submission to his Will which was mentioned before.
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3. This Vertue requires of us the continued use of such just and lawful Endeavours to help our selves,
3. This Virtue requires of us the continued use of such just and lawful Endeavours to help our selves,
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as the Providence of God affords us. Even this is allow'd, and this is requir'd by the Laws of Patience.
as the Providence of God affords us. Even this is allowed, and this is required by the Laws of Patience.
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To trust in God, and expect he should help us without the use of means,
To trust in God, and expect he should help us without the use of means,
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and endeavour where we may lawfully do this, is, to tempt God rather than to trust in him:
and endeavour where we may lawfully do this, is, to tempt God rather than to trust in him:
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We must use our endeavour as long as we can, and wait on him for the Success of it.
We must use our endeavour as long as we can, and wait on him for the Success of it.
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The People of Israel are a good Pattern of this:
The People of Israel Are a good Pattern of this:
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When they thought themselves oblig'd to punish that wickedness which the Tribe of Benjamin would needs defend;
When they Thought themselves obliged to Punish that wickedness which the Tribe of Benjamin would needs defend;
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tho' they had in several Battels been defeated in some measure by the Benjamites, yet they continued still their Addresses to God,
though they had in several Battles been defeated in Some measure by the Benjamites, yet they continued still their Addresses to God,
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and repeated their utmost Endeavour, and at length it pleased God to give them a great Victory and Success.
and repeated their utmost Endeavour, and At length it pleased God to give them a great Victory and Success.
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It is an instance of Impatience to fly to unlawful means and endeavours to help our selves:
It is an instance of Impatience to fly to unlawful means and endeavours to help our selves:
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And it is also from Despair, and the loss of Patience, when Men give over their Endeavours,
And it is also from Despair, and the loss of Patience, when Men give over their Endeavours,
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while there is yet room to apply them:
while there is yet room to apply them:
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To be a-weary of using means while we yet have them, because they have not succeeded so soon as we could wish.
To be aweary of using means while we yet have them, Because they have not succeeded so soon as we could wish.
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It is Impatience to think that God makes us pay too dear for his Favours,
It is Impatience to think that God makes us pay too dear for his Favours,
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when he requires a long attendance on him in Prayer to obtain them, or a long and great Application of our own Endeavour:
when he requires a long attendance on him in Prayer to obtain them, or a long and great Application of our own Endeavour:
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To grow hereupon sullen and discontented, and abandon our selves to our Calamities.
To grow hereupon sullen and discontented, and abandon our selves to our Calamities.
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We must be willing to obtain his Mercy upon as difficult and costly Terms as he is pleased to impose,
We must be willing to obtain his Mercy upon as difficult and costly Terms as he is pleased to impose,
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as well as we ought to submit, that our Affliction shall continue as long as he pleases.
as well as we ought to submit, that our Affliction shall continue as long as he Pleases.
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4. Patience requires that we be thankful to God for any Instances of his Favour and Mercy, which he Grants us while our Afflictions are continued Whatever our Condition is we may find in it some Ground to think, that it might be worse than it is,
4. Patience requires that we be thankful to God for any Instances of his Favour and Mercy, which he Grants us while our Afflictions Are continued Whatever our Condition is we may find in it Some Ground to think, that it might be Worse than it is,
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and should be thankful to God for that it is not so.
and should be thankful to God for that it is not so.
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Especially should we help our selves to understand this, and be thankful for it, by taking Notice of others,
Especially should we help our selves to understand this, and be thankful for it, by taking Notice of Others,
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when we may see some under the same common Calamity, yet in far worse degrees and circumstances of it than our selves.
when we may see Some under the same Common Calamity, yet in Far Worse Degrees and Circumstances of it than our selves.
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Every Man if he rightly understands his case may see some allays of Mercy and Favour in it;
Every Man if he rightly understands his case may see Some allays of Mercy and Favour in it;
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no Man suffers a pure and perfect Misery in this Life.
no Man suffers a pure and perfect Misery in this Life.
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Therefore the Apostle says, In every thing by Prayer and Supplication with Thanksgiving, let your requests bemade known unto God.
Therefore the Apostle Says, In every thing by Prayer and Supplication with Thanksgiving, let your requests bemade known unto God.
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Intimating that in this Life we shall have as continual occasion, and reason to give Thanks as to Pray.
Intimating that in this Life we shall have as continual occasion, and reason to give Thanks as to Pray.
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We must not suffer our Thoughts so to fix upon what is afflictive in our Case,
We must not suffer our Thoughts so to fix upon what is afflictive in our Case,
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and to aggravate our Condition as to take no notice of God's Mercies to us, and to lose the Sense and Relish of them.
and to aggravate our Condition as to take no notice of God's mercies to us, and to loose the Sense and Relish of them.
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We should thus be both ungrateful to God for these mixtures of Favour, and more unmerciful to our selves than he is to us:
We should thus be both ungrateful to God for these mixtures of Favour, and more unmerciful to our selves than he is to us:
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We should make our Condition worse to us in our own Imaginations than it is in its self, by not observing,
We should make our Condition Worse to us in our own Imaginations than it is in its self, by not observing,
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or by despising these Favours which qualifie it.
or by despising these Favours which qualify it.
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If the Providence of God has formerly shewn us Favour in affliction, we ought to be mindful of and thankful for this.
If the Providence of God has formerly shown us Favour in affliction, we ought to be mindful of and thankful for this.
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If he has begun our Deliverance from any present Trouble, and it pleases him to delay a little the compleating of it, we must yet be thankful for the good beginning.
If he has begun our Deliverance from any present Trouble, and it Pleases him to Delay a little the completing of it, we must yet be thankful for the good beginning.
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The Holy David affords us a good Pattern of this in the 40th.
The Holy David affords us a good Pattern of this in the 40th.
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Psalm. We may observe through the whole Psalm, a very grateful Sense of somewhat God had done for him,
Psalm. We may observe through the Whole Psalm, a very grateful Sense of somewhat God had done for him,
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altho' in the latter end of it he expresses, that he was not perfectly out of Danger.
although in the latter end of it he Expresses, that he was not perfectly out of Danger.
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If we are not thankful to God for the Favour which he does, or has shewn us, we may be reasonably thought not so well dispos'd as we should be to be thankful for more,
If we Are not thankful to God for the Favour which he does, or has shown us, we may be reasonably Thought not so well disposed as we should be to be thankful for more,
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if all that we desire were granted us.
if all that we desire were granted us.
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5. In all Afflictions from Men, we must take care that we do not transgress the Laws of Justice or Charity in our Behaviour towards them.
5. In all Afflictions from Men, we must take care that we do not transgress the Laws of justice or Charity in our Behaviour towards them.
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We fall into Impatience when Affliction makes us jealous, and froward, apt to take every thing amiss,
We fallen into Impatience when Affliction makes us jealous, and froward, apt to take every thing amiss,
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and to resent every little opposition to our Will:
and to resent every little opposition to our Will:
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When we impute that to wickedness, or a perverse Will in our Neighbour which proceeded from Ignorance, or was an unwilling miscarriage.
When we impute that to wickedness, or a perverse Will in our Neighbour which proceeded from Ignorance, or was an unwilling miscarriage.
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We must not envy the prosperous Sinner that injures us, nor hate him that disdains, or insults over us in Adversity.
We must not envy the prosperous Sinner that injures us, nor hate him that disdains, or insults over us in Adversity.
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We must not oppose Evil with Evil. If we can make a just defence against an Enemy, we may and ought to do it;
We must not oppose Evil with Evil. If we can make a just defence against an Enemy, we may and ought to do it;
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but we must not repel Injury with Injury, which the Apostle suggests in this Chapter, in saying, Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.
but we must not repel Injury with Injury, which the Apostle suggests in this Chapter, in saying, Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.
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Neither may we seek or desire to revenge our selves, which he forbids also in ver. 19th. Our Saviour teaches us to forgive, as we would desire to be forgiven;
Neither may we seek or desire to revenge our selves, which he forbids also in ver. 19th. Our Saviour Teaches us to forgive, as we would desire to be forgiven;
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to love our Enemies, to bless them that curse us, to Pray for them that despightfully use and persecute us, Matt. 5.44.
to love our Enemies, to bless them that curse us, to Pray for them that despitefully use and persecute us, Matt. 5.44.
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We are bound to a meek, inoffensive Behaviour towards those that afflict us, not only by the Laws of Charity,
We Are bound to a meek, inoffensive Behaviour towards those that afflict us, not only by the Laws of Charity,
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but by the Laws of Patience too.
but by the Laws of Patience too.
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For we are to consider them as the Instruments of God's Will and Pleasure in afflicting us,
For we Are to Consider them as the Instruments of God's Will and Pleasure in afflicting us,
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and must reckon that any froward or unjust Behaviour towards them, shews an undue and impatient Resentment of God's dealing with us,
and must reckon that any froward or unjust Behaviour towards them, shows an undue and impatient Resentment of God's dealing with us,
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an unwillingness to bear what he lays upon us.
an unwillingness to bear what he lays upon us.
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This weakness of Behaviour towards Men, we also find practised by the great Patterns of this Vertue.
This weakness of Behaviour towards Men, we also find practised by the great Patterns of this Virtue.
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So David refrain'd himself from all wrath and revenge, when Shimei revil'd and insulted over him in his Adversity.
So David refrained himself from all wrath and revenge, when Shimei reviled and insulted over him in his Adversity.
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And our blessed Master, When he was revil'd revil'd not again, when he suffer'd he did not threaten,
And our blessed Master, When he was reviled reviled not again, when he suffered he did not threaten,
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but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously, 1 Pet 2.23.
but committed himself to him that Judgeth righteously, 1 Pet 2.23.
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and when his cruel and unjust Enemies had Crucisied him, even while he was hanging upon the Cross,
and when his cruel and unjust Enemies had crucified him, even while he was hanging upon the Cross,
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and they were insulting over him, he prayed for them saying, Father forgive them, they know not what they do, Luk. 33.34.
and they were insulting over him, he prayed for them saying, Father forgive them, they know not what they do, Luk. 33.34.
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So much may suffice for the Character of this Vertue, and that we may know what it requires of us.
So much may suffice for the Character of this Virtue, and that we may know what it requires of us.
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I proceed to the Second thing intended, which is to urge our Patience in Tribulation by some fit Arguments and Motives for it.
I proceed to the Second thing intended, which is to urge our Patience in Tribulation by Some fit Arguments and Motives for it.
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I shall Select a few of those many that are commonly insisted upon.
I shall Select a few of those many that Are commonly insisted upon.
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1. It is this Disposition and Behaviour which will find Favour with God, and be most likely to obtain our Deliverance from Afflictions.
1. It is this Disposition and Behaviour which will find Favour with God, and be most likely to obtain our Deliverance from Afflictions.
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Till he favours us, who is the supream Disposer of all things, we cannot be deliver'd.
Till he favours us, who is the supreme Disposer of all things, we cannot be Delivered.
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But this is the best and likeliest Course to gain his help, and is necessary to it.
But this is the best and likeliest Course to gain his help, and is necessary to it.
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He requires this Behaviour, and will perhaps afflict us till we learn it.
He requires this Behaviour, and will perhaps afflict us till we Learn it.
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The things that have been mention'd as belonging to a Patient Behaviour in our Afflictions, are all of them such as he has promised his Favour to;
The things that have been mentioned as belonging to a Patient Behaviour in our Afflictions, Are all of them such as he has promised his Favour to;
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and therefore we may on good grounds expect it in the Exercise of this Vertue. This has prov'd a good effectual course with them that have tried it.
and Therefore we may on good grounds expect it in the Exercise of this Virtue. This has proved a good effectual course with them that have tried it.
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We may therefore observe the Psalmist commending it in the 40th. Psalm, not only by his Example, but also from his Experience.
We may Therefore observe the Psalmist commending it in the 40th. Psalm, not only by his Exampl, but also from his Experience.
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I waited Patiently for the Lord (says he) and he enclin'd unto me, and heard my Cry.
I waited Patiently for the Lord (Says he) and he inclined unto me, and herd my Cry.
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1st. v. And the Apostle James when he is perswading the Christians to the Exercise of this Vertue.
1st. v. And the Apostle James when he is persuading the Christians to the Exercise of this Virtue.
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He proposes to their Consideration the good Issue and Success it had with the patient Job, Ye have heard of the patience of Job (says he) and have seen the end of the Lord, that the Lord is very pitiful,
He proposes to their Consideration the good Issue and Success it had with the patient Job, You have herd of the patience of Job (Says he) and have seen the end of the Lord, that the Lord is very pitiful,
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and of tender mercy, James 5.11. Impatience makes our Case desperate, but this allows us to hope: That certainly tends to hinder; this to procure our relief.
and of tender mercy, James 5.11. Impatience makes our Case desperate, but this allows us to hope: That Certainly tends to hinder; this to procure our relief.
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In that we sin more and further provoke God against us, and therefore we may expect it will continue or encrease his Displeasure,
In that we sin more and further provoke God against us, and Therefore we may expect it will continue or increase his Displeasure,
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but by this we shall certainly find Favour with him.
but by this we shall Certainly find Favour with him.
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2. A Patient Behaviour under our Sufferings from Men tends to deliver us from those Sufferings too.
2. A Patient Behaviour under our Sufferings from Men tends to deliver us from those Sufferings too.
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This the Scripture teaches, and Experience very commonly proves:
This the Scripture Teaches, and Experience very commonly Proves:
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And more frequently would Mens experience prove it, if they would more frequently, and more steadily try the force of it.
And more frequently would Men's experience prove it, if they would more frequently, and more steadily try the force of it.
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It is the common Maxim of the World, that to be Patient invites Injuries, and encourages Affronts,
It is the Common Maxim of the World, that to be Patient invites Injuries, and encourages Affronts,
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but 'tis very unreasonable to lay such blame upon it, as we do, without a steady Practice to try,
but it's very unreasonable to lay such blame upon it, as we do, without a steady Practice to try,
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whether it be thus or not.
whither it be thus or not.
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The Holy Scripture assures us, that the meek shall inherit the Earth, and delight themselves in the Abundance of Peace, Psal. 37.11.
The Holy Scripture assures us, that the meek shall inherit the Earth, and delight themselves in the Abundance of Peace, Psalm 37.11.
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And to this purpose is what the Wise man says, Prov. 15.1. A soft Answer turns away wrath.
And to this purpose is what the Wise man Says, Curae 15.1. A soft Answer turns away wrath.
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A steady Meekness and Inoffensiveness, Justice and Charity, will mightily promote our Peace with Men. But he that is often injurious will provoke frequent Injuries against himself.
A steady Meekness and Inoffensiveness, justice and Charity, will mightily promote our Peace with Men. But he that is often injurious will provoke frequent Injuries against himself.
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He that is proud and disdainful will meet with much Contempt. He that is easily angry will often provoke Anger.
He that is proud and disdainful will meet with much Contempt. He that is Easily angry will often provoke Anger.
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He that is of a revengeful Spirit, that cannot forgive, will continue his Enemies hatred, and endeavour to do him mischief without end.
He that is of a revengeful Spirit, that cannot forgive, will continue his Enemies hatred, and endeavour to do him mischief without end.
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If a Man returns Evil for Evil, he helps his Enemy to justifie the Injuries he has done him.
If a Man returns Evil for Evil, he helps his Enemy to justify the Injuries he has done him.
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The common pretence for doing mischief, if a Man has not suffer'd any, is because he fears or does pretend to fear, that mischief was design'd against him,
The Common pretence for doing mischief, if a Man has not suffered any, is Because he fears or does pretend to Fear, that mischief was designed against him,
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and when evil is return'd he will plausibly insist that it was before intended.
and when evil is returned he will plausibly insist that it was before intended.
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But he who is Patient under injuries, and so makes it appear that he will not even upon Provocation do Evil, he utterly baffles that Pretence:
But he who is Patient under injuries, and so makes it appear that he will not even upon Provocation do Evil, he utterly baffles that Pretence:
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He then turns his Enemies hatred from him upon his Enemies own self, sets his own Conscience against him,
He then turns his Enemies hatred from him upon his Enemies own self, sets his own Conscience against him,
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and makes him lash and rebuke himself, for wronging so just and innocent a Person.
and makes him lash and rebuke himself, for wronging so just and innocent a Person.
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There are few Men so hardy and cruel, as to persist long in the persecution of those who are steadily Patient and Innocent.
There Are few Men so hardy and cruel, as to persist long in the persecution of those who Are steadily Patient and Innocent.
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The Holy Scripture assures us, that Evil may be overcome with Good in that it bids us do so.
The Holy Scripture assures us, that Evil may be overcome with Good in that it bids us doe so.
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And certainly, he that is not conquer'd with Good, will never be conquer'd with Evil, unless we could utterly destroy him.
And Certainly, he that is not conquered with Good, will never be conquered with Evil, unless we could utterly destroy him.
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If we overcome Evil with Good, we take away from our Enemy the Will to hurt us, which is much a surer Course to be safe from his Injuries than only to endeavour, by doing him mischief, to take away his Power;
If we overcome Evil with Good, we take away from our Enemy the Will to hurt us, which is much a Surer Course to be safe from his Injuries than only to endeavour, by doing him mischief, to take away his Power;
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and that Course is altogether as easie, and as cheap to us as this.
and that Course is altogether as easy, and as cheap to us as this.
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3. By the steady Exercise of Patience it comes to pass commonly, that the Deliverance and Mercy which we wait for, is the more compleat and sure when it does come.
3. By the steady Exercise of Patience it comes to pass commonly, that the Deliverance and Mercy which we wait for, is the more complete and sure when it does come.
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When by an impatient endeavour, and undue means we hasten the Mercy we desire, and as it were snatch it out of the hands of Providence;
When by an impatient endeavour, and undue means we hasten the Mercy we desire, and as it were snatch it out of the hands of Providence;
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it proves like Fruit unripe, which instead of pleasing the Pallate, will be apt to set the Teeth on edge, or to break them:
it Proves like Fruit unripe, which instead of pleasing the Palate, will be apt to Set the Teeth on edge, or to break them:
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It will be mingled with trouble and affliction, or the fear and danger of losing it again.
It will be mingled with trouble and affliction, or the Fear and danger of losing it again.
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Jacob got his Fathers Blessing by a Lie, but he had much trouble and sorrow with it for a great while.
Jacob god his Father's Blessing by a Lie, but he had much trouble and sorrow with it for a great while.
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It is worth observing what the Wise Man says to this Purpose.
It is worth observing what the Wise Man Says to this Purpose.
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The Blessing of God (says he) makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it, Prov. 10.22. That is, the Wealth procur'd by the Blessing of God upon just and lawful Endeavours, proves a sweet and comfortable Portion;
The Blessing of God (Says he) makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it, Curae 10.22. That is, the Wealth procured by the Blessing of God upon just and lawful Endeavours, Proves a sweet and comfortable Portion;
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but he intimates that what is gotten by ill means will be encombred with Affliction:
but he intimates that what is got by ill means will be encumbered with Affliction:
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So that he who makes hast to be rich shall not be happy in possessing his Riches,
So that he who makes haste to be rich shall not be happy in possessing his Riches,
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as he is not Innocent in the getting them. To the same Purpose he also says, Bread of deceit is sweet to a Man,
as he is not Innocent in the getting them. To the same Purpose he also Says, Bred of deceit is sweet to a Man,
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but afterwards his Mouth shall be filled with Gravel:
but afterwards his Mouth shall be filled with Gravel:
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and, An Inheritance may be gotten hastily at the beginning, but the end thereof shall not be Blessed. Prov. 20.17.21.
and, an Inheritance may be got hastily At the beginning, but the end thereof shall not be Blessed. Curae 20.17.21.
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He means that if Men gain what they desire by an undue Course, they shall not have it so good or pleasant to them as it might have been,
He means that if Men gain what they desire by an undue Course, they shall not have it so good or pleasant to them as it might have been,
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if they could have had so much Patience as to use none but lawful means, and to have waited God's time for obtaining it.
if they could have had so much Patience as to use none but lawful means, and to have waited God's time for obtaining it.
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God does often for very wise and kind Reasons, delay a while to bestow that Favour which yet he does intend to bestow.
God does often for very wise and kind Reasons, Delay a while to bestow that Favour which yet he does intend to bestow.
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But Men are apt to think if they do not presently obtain it, it is not to be expected from him,
But Men Are apt to think if they do not presently obtain it, it is not to be expected from him,
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but they must by any means help themselves to it.
but they must by any means help themselves to it.
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He will bestow what we desire, if it be good for us, in the best time,
He will bestow what we desire, if it be good for us, in the best time,
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if we can but patiently wait for it. Very often is our unfitness for his Mercy the cause of its delay:
if we can but patiently wait for it. Very often is our unfitness for his Mercy the cause of its Delay:
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He sees in us such Dispositions, as that we should not be at all the Happier,
He sees in us such Dispositions, as that we should not be At all the Happier,
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if it were granted till those Dispositions are cur'd.
if it were granted till those Dispositions Are cured.
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He does not immediately remove a sick Man's illness, because he knows him yet subject to ungovern'd Appetites, unruly Passions,
He does not immediately remove a sick Man's illness, Because he knows him yet Subject to ungoverned Appetites, unruly Passion,
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and such a Disposition as would soon throw him back into it again.
and such a Disposition as would soon throw him back into it again.
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He does not soon make a poor Man rich with his greatest endeavours to help himself;
He does not soon make a poor Man rich with his greatest endeavours to help himself;
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because he sees that he who is discontented in his Poverty, would grow proud and disdainful if he were rich;
Because he sees that he who is discontented in his Poverty, would grow proud and disdainful if he were rich;
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or he sees a Prodigal, or lazy Humour in him, that he is not yet habituated to Frugality or Diligence,
or he sees a Prodigal, or lazy Humour in him, that he is not yet habituated to Frugality or Diligence,
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tho' for the present he is necessitated to it, and that for want of these he would soon relapse again into Poverty if he were made rich.
though for the present he is necessitated to it, and that for want of these he would soon relapse again into Poverty if he were made rich.
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He afflicts a Nation with a long and tedious foreign War, perhaps to keep them at Peace among themselves:
He afflicts a nation with a long and tedious foreign War, perhaps to keep them At Peace among themselves:
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And he does not soon deliver them from such an Affliction, because he sees among them such endless Jealousies,
And he does not soon deliver them from such an Affliction, Because he sees among them such endless Jealousies,
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and such fierce Animosities as would be in danger to involve them in a mad War against themselves,
and such fierce Animosities as would be in danger to involve them in a mad War against themselves,
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if they had no other to divert them.
if they had no other to divert them.
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And till a common danger has made them unite their Affections and Interests, they would not be the happier for Deliverance.
And till a Common danger has made them unite their Affections and Interests, they would not be the Happier for Deliverance.
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Heaven knows and understands us better than we do our selves, and is often contriving our Advantage and Happiness,
Heaven knows and understands us better than we do our selves, and is often contriving our Advantage and Happiness,
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when we think he grudges it.
when we think he grudges it.
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He sees us not fit for the Mercies which we are in haste to obtain, and he delays them only to gain time to make us so, that we may have the more Happy,
He sees us not fit for the mercies which we Are in haste to obtain, and he delays them only to gain time to make us so, that we may have the more Happy,
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and the more safe Possession of them when he gives them.
and the more safe Possession of them when he gives them.
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We should therefore never Quarrel with God, if we are not speedily deliver'd out of Adversity,
We should Therefore never Quarrel with God, if we Are not speedily Delivered out of Adversity,
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but only blame our selves for this, and reckon that our own ill State and Condition, is that which continues our Afflictions.
but only blame our selves for this, and reckon that our own ill State and Condition, is that which continues our Afflictions.
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4. Another Argument for the Exercise of this Vertue may be, that it keeps the Mind compos'd and easie while our Afflictions do continue.
4. another Argument for the Exercise of this Virtue may be, that it keeps the Mind composed and easy while our Afflictions do continue.
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This tends to alleviate them, but Impatience to make them heavier than in themselves they would be.
This tends to alleviate them, but Impatience to make them Heavier than in themselves they would be.
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Our Saviour says to his Disciples, In Patience possess ye your Souls, Luk. 21.19. intimating, that this Vertue keeps the Soul in order, and has its Appetites and Passions under command:
Our Saviour Says to his Disciples, In Patience possess you your Souls, Luk. 21.19. intimating, that this Virtue keeps the Soul in order, and has its Appetites and Passion under command:
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and thus there will be Tranquility and Peace within, when things are in Confusion without;
and thus there will be Tranquillity and Peace within, when things Are in Confusion without;
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the Mind will be at ease, when the Body is in pain, and will be rich in the command of it self when it can command nothing else.
the Mind will be At ease, when the Body is in pain, and will be rich in the command of it self when it can command nothing Else.
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And this is much towards the making an Affliction tolerable and easie.
And this is much towards the making an Affliction tolerable and easy.
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But the impatient Man that has no Command of himself, is continually ruffled and disturb'd in his Mind by his own violent and impetuous Passions.
But the impatient Man that has no Command of himself, is continually ruffled and disturbed in his Mind by his own violent and impetuous Passion.
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His too fierce and peremptory Desires, his very moveable Anger, his Envy at the better Fortune of his Neighbours, keep his Mind always restless and uneasie.
His too fierce and peremptory Desires, his very movable Anger, his Envy At the better Fortune of his Neighbours, keep his Mind always restless and uneasy.
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There is nothing can so compose the Mind, and keep it in perpetual Peace, as to be entirely resign'd to the Will and Disposal of God.
There is nothing can so compose the Mind, and keep it in perpetual Peace, as to be entirely resigned to the Will and Disposal of God.
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But there is yet something more in this Vertue towards the making our Afflictions easie and tolerable and that is, the Property it has to consider,
But there is yet something more in this Virtue towards the making our Afflictions easy and tolerable and that is, the Property it has to Consider,
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and be thankful for the Favour and Mercy which is mingled with our Afflictions.
and be thankful for the Favour and Mercy which is mingled with our Afflictions.
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It takes notice of whatever is good and comfortable in our Condition, and inables us to relish it, and take Comfort in it.
It Takes notice of whatever is good and comfortable in our Condition, and inables us to relish it, and take Comfort in it.
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Whereas an impatient Spirit does only pore and muse upon what is grievous and afflicting, and loses us the Sense of the rest.
Whereas an impatient Spirit does only poor and muse upon what is grievous and afflicting, and loses us the Sense of the rest.
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If such an one loses one good, it throws away all that is left, in Effect,
If such an one loses one good, it throws away all that is left, in Effect,
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while it refuses to take any Comfort in it. So Impatience makes the worst of our Condition, and Patience makes the best of it.
while it refuses to take any Comfort in it. So Impatience makes the worst of our Condition, and Patience makes the best of it.
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Patience too is full of Cheering and Comforting hope for the most part, but Impatience brings with it a sad Load of Despair.
Patience too is full of Cheering and Comforting hope for the most part, but Impatience brings with it a sad Load of Despair.
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5. Lastly, Our Patience in Adversity does intitle us to the reward of everlasting Happiness.
5. Lastly, Our Patience in Adversity does entitle us to the reward of everlasting Happiness.
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We must understand that our Saviour and his Apostle do both suppose, and require the Exercise of this Vertue in our Afflictions,
We must understand that our Saviour and his Apostle do both suppose, and require the Exercise of this Virtue in our Afflictions,
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when they promise the reward of future Happiness to our present Sufferings.
when they promise the reward of future Happiness to our present Sufferings.
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Our Saviour says, Blessed are they that are persecuted for Righteousness sake, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven, Matt. 5.10.
Our Saviour Says, Blessed Are they that Are persecuted for Righteousness sake, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven, Matt. 5.10.
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And the Apostle Paul says, These light Afflictions which are but for a moment shall work for us an exceeding and eternal weight of Glory.
And the Apostle Paul Says, These Light Afflictions which Are but for a moment shall work for us an exceeding and Eternal weight of Glory.
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But this reward of Suffering cannot be expected unless we suffer Patiently.
But this reward of Suffering cannot be expected unless we suffer Patiently.
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This then is Necessary to gain the future Happiness, as the Apostle further intimates in saying, Ye have need of Patience, that after ye have done the Will of God, ye may enter into rest. And this will obtain it.
This then is Necessary to gain the future Happiness, as the Apostle further intimates in saying, You have need of Patience, that After you have done the Will of God, you may enter into rest. And this will obtain it.
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It is not only doing well, and great Fruitfulness in good Works that will be rewarded hereafter, but also Suffering well too.
It is not only doing well, and great Fruitfulness in good Works that will be rewarded hereafter, but also Suffering well too.
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God beholds and is pleased with the one, as well as the other.
God beholds and is pleased with the one, as well as the other.
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There is as much of the Spirit of Obedience to God, in submitting to the Dispensations of his Providence,
There is as much of the Spirit of obedience to God, in submitting to the Dispensations of his Providence,
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as there is in keeping his Commands. That which the supream Governour of the World calls us to we must do it,
as there is in keeping his Commands. That which the supreme Governor of the World calls us to we must do it,
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and shall be blest in the doing it: And we must not insist upon chusing our own Station and Work.
and shall be blessed in the doing it: And we must not insist upon choosing our own Station and Work.
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But if our Patience will bring us to Heaven, it will abundantly cure all the hurt our Afflictions can do us,
But if our Patience will bring us to Heaven, it will abundantly cure all the hurt our Afflictions can do us,
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and bring much more of Good of Joy and Satisfaction, than they can bring of Inconvenience and Harm.
and bring much more of Good of Joy and Satisfaction, than they can bring of Inconvenience and Harm.
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Well therefore might the Apostle say, We count them happy who endure. I shall add no more Arguments to perswade to this Vertue.
Well Therefore might the Apostle say, We count them happy who endure. I shall add no more Arguments to persuade to this Virtue.
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Especially because I may hope to do yet something more towards the promoting it by what remains of the Discourse.
Especially Because I may hope to do yet something more towards the promoting it by what remains of the Discourse.
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Which is to suggest some things which may be useful means to possess our selves with it. And they are these following.
Which is to suggest Some things which may be useful means to possess our selves with it. And they Are these following.
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1. We should live in a constant Expectation of meeting with something or other Inconvenient in every Condition.
1. We should live in a constant Expectation of meeting with something or other Inconvenient in every Condition.
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We must not think that Inconveniences are onely tied to that we are in, but that all other are encumbred with them:
We must not think that Inconveniences Are only tied to that we Are in, but that all other Are encumbered with them:
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Every Condition has its peculiar Inconveniences besides the common ones that 'tis liable to with other Conditions:
Every Condition has its peculiar Inconveniences beside the Common ones that it's liable to with other Conditions:
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And, Man is born to Trouble as the Sparks fly upwards. This should deliver us from an impatient Desire of change, when any thing afflicts us,
And, Man is born to Trouble as the Sparks fly upward. This should deliver us from an impatient Desire of change, when any thing afflicts us,
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since we shall perhaps only change our Inconveniences, and may leave better for worse.
since we shall perhaps only change our Inconveniences, and may leave better for Worse.
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But in our greatest Prosperity too, we should live in Expectation of Afflictions, because we are always liable to them.
But in our greatest Prosperity too, we should live in Expectation of Afflictions, Because we Are always liable to them.
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This will prepare us to endure them well if they do come; and make us the more cautious and careful to prevent them.
This will prepare us to endure them well if they do come; and make us the more cautious and careful to prevent them.
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We should harden our Minds to endure the worst that may befall us, by often supposing it,
We should harden our Minds to endure the worst that may befall us, by often supposing it,
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and setting our selves in a readiness to submit to the Will of God.
and setting our selves in a readiness to submit to the Will of God.
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A Wise Man makes Evils familiar to him, and easie at their first coming, by thinking on them before-hand,
A Wise Man makes Evils familiar to him, and easy At their First coming, by thinking on them beforehand,
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as others become accustomed to them, after a long time of enduring them.
as Others become accustomed to them, After a long time of enduring them.
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A foreseen and expected Evil does not disturb nor discompose us by far so much as that which Surprises.
A foreseen and expected Evil does not disturb nor discompose us by Far so much as that which Surprises.
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He bore the loss of an onely Son without any Disturbance, who when he heard it, had it ready to say,
He boar the loss of an only Son without any Disturbance, who when he herd it, had it ready to say,
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as he had often considered it before, I knew that I had begotten but a Mortal thing.
as he had often considered it before, I knew that I had begotten but a Mortal thing.
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2. Another necessary and useful means of Patience is to learn a just and mean Opinion of the things of this World.
2. another necessary and useful means of Patience is to Learn a just and mean Opinion of the things of this World.
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We should consider they have very little worth or goodness in them, that they could never yet afford the Content and Satisfaction which Men are wont to expect from them:
We should Consider they have very little worth or Goodness in them, that they could never yet afford the Content and Satisfaction which Men Are wont to expect from them:
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We cannot see those that possess them, taking a delight in their Enjoyment, for any considerable time, that is suitable to the eager Desire they had to them before.
We cannot see those that possess them, taking a delight in their Enjoyment, for any considerable time, that is suitable to the eager Desire they had to them before.
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We should consider too their Transitory and mutable Nature, that, The Fashion of this World passes away, all things here are liable to change.
We should Consider too their Transitory and mutable Nature, that, The Fashion of this World passes away, all things Here Are liable to change.
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And that, The time is short; It is but for a little while that we shall need,
And that, The time is short; It is but for a little while that we shall need,
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or that we could use and take delight in these things.
or that we could use and take delight in these things.
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And such Considerations would help to beget that Indifferency, which the Apostle advises in the same place, which is, to weep as if we wept not, for Adversity and Losses, to rejoyce as if we rejoyced not in our Enjoyments;
And such Considerations would help to beget that Indifferency, which the Apostle advises in the same place, which is, to weep as if we wept not, for Adversity and Losses, to rejoice as if we rejoiced not in our Enjoyments;
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to use our Prosperity moderately, and not be too much Elevated with that, and to possess as if we possessed not:
to use our Prosperity moderately, and not be too much Elevated with that, and to possess as if we possessed not:
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He that highly values any thing of this World, that thinks he cannot be happy without it, he must needs be very impatient and uneasie in the want or loss of such a thing.
He that highly value's any thing of this World, that thinks he cannot be happy without it, he must needs be very impatient and uneasy in the want or loss of such a thing.
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But if a Man be so wise as to account all things here to be of little worth and small Importance,
But if a Man be so wise as to account all things Here to be of little worth and small Importance,
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then he will account the loss of any thing but a very small inconsiderable Loss, not worthy to discompose or disturb him.
then he will account the loss of any thing but a very small inconsiderable Loss, not worthy to discompose or disturb him.
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3. To be Patient in Affliction, we must learn a mean and humble Opinion of our selves.
3. To be Patient in Affliction, we must Learn a mean and humble Opinion of our selves.
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Humility is Patient, but Pride is Contentious:
Humility is Patient, but Pride is Contentious:
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And we have always a Conceit that we have deserved better things from God than he allots us,
And we have always a Conceit that we have deserved better things from God than he allots us,
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when we murmur and quarrel at our Afflictions. We must consider, then, how mean and poor things we are;
when we murmur and quarrel At our Afflictions. We must Consider, then, how mean and poor things we Are;
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that we derive all we have from his free and undeserved Gift, that we are nothing but what he has made us,
that we derive all we have from his free and undeserved Gift, that we Are nothing but what he has made us,
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and therefore can never be too great and excellent to be at his Disposal. We should consider our selves vile and detestable Sinners:
and Therefore can never be too great and excellent to be At his Disposal. We should Consider our selves vile and detestable Sinners:
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that we have as such, forfeited all good, and deserved far worse things than we can suffer in this World.
that we have as such, forfeited all good, and deserved Far Worse things than we can suffer in this World.
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That while a fellow Servant owes us perhaps a few Pence, we are indebted to him a great many Talents;
That while a fellow Servant owes us perhaps a few Pence, we Are indebted to him a great many Talents;
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And as we should displease him in despising that which is but weak means when 'tis the best he allows;
And as we should displease him in despising that which is but weak means when it's the best he allows;
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As he works by the weakest means when he pleases, so 'tis he that must produce the good Effect by the ablest.
As he works by the Weakest means when he Pleases, so it's he that must produce the good Effect by the Ablest.
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2. Another use we ought to make of this Truth, is, that when we enjoy the most able means, we do still expect the Efficacy and Good Effect of it only from God.
2. another use we ought to make of this Truth, is, that when we enjoy the most able means, we do still expect the Efficacy and Good Effect of it only from God.
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and the Order of the Church commits us to, expecting the good Effect and Success of it from the good Spirit of God.
and the Order of the Church commits us to, expecting the good Effect and Success of it from the good Spirit of God.
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Let us not then despise any Preaching, but attend upon that which the Providence of God,
Let us not then despise any Preaching, but attend upon that which the Providence of God,
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and improved in all the Distempers of their Minds, are hardned in their Sins, and perhaps fall from one Wickedness to another.
and improved in all the Distempers of their Minds, Are hardened in their Sins, and perhaps fallen from one Wickedness to Another.
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and that the effect of this is, they retain all their mistakes, they are gratified,
and that the Effect of this is, they retain all their mistakes, they Are gratified,
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and leaving far better Preaching for that which is really worse: We may see them chusing such as are most like themselves tho' not the best;
and leaving Far better Preaching for that which is really Worse: We may see them choosing such as Are most like themselves though not the best;
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But the contrary to this may be expected, as indeed it is too easie to observe it, We may see these irregular and disobedient Persons, infatuated in their choice,
But the contrary to this may be expected, as indeed it is too easy to observe it, We may see these irregular and disobedient Persons, infatuated in their choice,
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then it is not at all likely, that God will bless the means we use, tho' it be never so able in it self:
then it is not At all likely, that God will bless the means we use, though it be never so able in it self:
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and especially when to this is added the guilt of Schism, and the setting up of separate Communions;
and especially when to this is added the guilt of Schism, and the setting up of separate Communions;
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and best means, yet in the breach of the Churches Order, and when we are guilty of Disobedience,
and best means, yet in the breach of the Churches Order, and when we Are guilty of Disobedience,
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And if we could really find out, and by following our own choice should truly six upon the ablest,
And if we could really find out, and by following our own choice should truly six upon the Ablest,
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yet it is not at all certain, or necessary, that he must do it.
yet it is not At all certain, or necessary, that he must do it.
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We should consider, that if it be likely God will do us most good by the ablest Means;
We should Consider, that if it be likely God will do us most good by the Ablest Means;
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and be most likely to meet with his Blessing, when we attend upon his Ordinance in a way of orderly Obedience.
and be most likely to meet with his Blessing, when we attend upon his Ordinance in a Way of orderly obedience.
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And as God is a God of Order, as he requires of us Reverence, and Obedience to Government, we shall certainly most please him,
And as God is a God of Order, as he requires of us reverence, and obedience to Government, we shall Certainly most please him,
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and without that, the ablest that we can find shall have none at all.
and without that, the Ablest that we can find shall have none At all.
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and the weak things to confound the Mighty. With the Blessing of God the meanest, and least able. Instrument shall have mighty Effects;
and the weak things to confound the Mighty. With the Blessing of God the Meanest, and least able. Instrument shall have mighty Effects;
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and, as the Apostle speaks, in ver. 27. of this Chapter, He chuses the foolish things of this World to confound the Wise,
and, as the Apostle speaks, in ver. 27. of this Chapter, He chooses the foolish things of this World to confound the Wise,
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We may consider that God sometimes chuses to work by weak means, rather then by those that seem the most able;
We may Consider that God sometime chooses to work by weak means, rather then by those that seem the most able;
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and the Eloquence of Orators, set it self at first to oppose that which they call'd the Foolishness of Preaching.
and the Eloquence of Orators, Set it self At First to oppose that which they called the Foolishness of Preaching.
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and not only so, but it prevail'd against them too, while the Wisdom of the World in the disputes of the Philosophers,
and not only so, but it prevailed against them too, while the Wisdom of the World in the disputes of the Philosophers,
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yet it prevail'd in the World, it made its way without them;
yet it prevailed in the World, it made its Way without them;
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And tho' it was destitute of these admired Ornaments, these things which the World are apt to think such helps to its success,
And though it was destitute of these admired Ornament, these things which the World Are apt to think such helps to its success,
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nor with the Eloquence of the other:
nor with the Eloquence of the other:
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and this was Foolish to the Philosophers and Orators of the World, because it was not attended with the subtle Arguings of the one,
and this was Foolish to the Philosophers and Orators of the World, Because it was not attended with the subtle Arguings of the one,
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and inartificial Declaration of Divine Truths;
and inartificial Declaration of Divine Truths;
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For the Preaching of the Gospel, as he intimates in this discourse, was at first perform'd in a naked, simple,
For the Preaching of the Gospel, as he intimates in this discourse, was At First performed in a naked, simple,
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That is by that way of declaring the Doctrines of the Gospel which the World accounted foolishness:
That is by that Way of declaring the Doctrines of the Gospel which the World accounted foolishness:
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And we may observe the Apostle says in the Text, It had pleased God to bring many to Faith and Salvation even by the foolishness of Preaching:
And we may observe the Apostle Says in the Text, It had pleased God to bring many to Faith and Salvation even by the foolishness of Preaching:
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And Men should consider in this case, that the Divine Power can work as effectually by weak means, as by the ablest:
And Men should Consider in this case, that the Divine Power can work as effectually by weak means, as by the Ablest:
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but the common and ordinary attendance of all Men, should be where the Order of the Church directs and confines them.
but the Common and ordinary attendance of all Men, should be where the Order of the Church directs and confines them.
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None are forbid an occasional attendance upon those who are better qualified;
None Are forbid an occasional attendance upon those who Are better qualified;
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They ought to submit and live orderly, and afford their Ordinary common attendance to his Administrations, endeavouring to make the best Improvement of him that they can.
They ought to submit and live orderly, and afford their Ordinary Common attendance to his Administrations, endeavouring to make the best Improvement of him that they can.
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and if the Order of the Church confines any People to such an one;
and if the Order of the Church confines any People to such an one;
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But if it pleases God to dispose of any Persons unavoidably, where they must attend to one of small qualifications,
But if it Pleases God to dispose of any Persons avoidable, where they must attend to one of small qualifications,
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And when a Parish are destitute of a Minister, they may make it their great Concern to be furnish'd with the best they can procure:
And when a Parish Are destitute of a Minister, they may make it their great Concern to be furnished with the best they can procure:
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A Man should not needlesly and voluntarily put himself into such a place, where he can enjoy none but such:
A Man should not needlessly and voluntarily put himself into such a place, where he can enjoy none but such:
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and the Order of the Church confines us to.
and the Order of the Church confines us to.
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1. We must not despair of receiving Benefit by a weak Instrument, nor despise the Preaching which the Providence of God,
1. We must not despair of receiving Benefit by a weak Instrument, nor despise the Preaching which the Providence of God,
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This matter I shall represent in the following Particulars.
This matter I shall represent in the following Particulars.
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I proceed therefore to shew what use we ought to make of it, and what cause of unsuccessful hearing it is fit to cure and remove.
I proceed Therefore to show what use we ought to make of it, and what cause of unsuccessful hearing it is fit to cure and remove.
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but God that giveth the increase. And this I think may suffice to confirm this Truth;
but God that gives the increase. And this I think may suffice to confirm this Truth;
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And he sitly concludes from thence in the 7th verse, So then, neither is he that planteth any thing, nor he that watereth:
And he sitly concludes from thence in the 7th verse, So then, neither is he that plants any thing, nor he that Waters:
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The Apostle adds therefore, in the 6th Verse, I have Planted, Apollos watered: but God gave the increase.
The Apostle adds Therefore, in the 6th Verse, I have Planted, Apollos watered: but God gave the increase.
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but he would have them know they were but Instruments, and the Faith which every Man had, was that which the Lord had given him.
but he would have them know they were but Instruments, and the Faith which every Man had, was that which the Lord had given him.
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but Servants to another, that is to God, in what had been done among them: They were the Instruments indeed of the Faith which the Corinthians had receiv'd;
but Servants to Another, that is to God, in what had been done among them: They were the Instruments indeed of the Faith which the Corinthians had received;
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but Ministers by whom ye believed, as God gave to every Man? They were but Ministers,
but Ministers by whom you believed, as God gave to every Man? They were but Ministers,
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Who is Paul, (says he, speaking of himself) and who is Apollos, or what are they,
Who is Paul, (Says he, speaking of himself) and who is Apollos, or what Are they,
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And I might confirm this from many places of Scripture, but that one, because so full and express, shall suffice, which we have in 1 Cor. 3.5, 6, 7. where the Apostle designedly sets himself to teach the Corinthians this matter, who greatly needed to be possess'd with it.
And I might confirm this from many places of Scripture, but that one, Because so full and express, shall suffice, which we have in 1 Cor. 3.5, 6, 7. where the Apostle designedly sets himself to teach the Corinthians this matter, who greatly needed to be possessed with it.
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The Apostle ascribes it to God, that the Foolishness of Preaching was able to bring Men to Faith and Salvation.
The Apostle ascribes it to God, that the Foolishness of Preaching was able to bring Men to Faith and Salvation.
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This our Text does very plainly suggest to us:
This our Text does very plainly suggest to us:
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That the Efficacy and good Effect of Preaching upon Men, is entirely due to the Blessing of God upon their serious and careful use of it.
That the Efficacy and good Effect of Preaching upon Men, is entirely due to the Blessing of God upon their serious and careful use of it.
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And so much may suffice to be spoken to the Second Intimation in the Text. I now proceed to the Third, which I have said is this:
And so much may suffice to be spoken to the Second Intimation in the Text. I now proceed to the Third, which I have said is this:
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than in their own Piety and Vertue.
than in their own Piety and Virtue.
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And thus they rather encrease in Hatred or Contempt of their Neighbour, by what they hear,
And thus they rather increase in Hatred or Contempt of their Neighbour, by what they hear,
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They can easier see their Neighbours Faults than their own, and spy a Mote in his Eye sooner than a Beam in their own.
They can Easier see their Neighbours Faults than their own, and spy a Mote in his Eye sooner than a Beam in their own.
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and every thing that is commended is in themselves:
and every thing that is commended is in themselves:
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and, for the most part, endeavour and are apt to think every thing that is condemned is in their Neighbours,
and, for the most part, endeavour and Are apt to think every thing that is condemned is in their Neighbours,
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If Men think themselves reprov'd in what they hear, they are angry;
If Men think themselves reproved in what they hear, they Are angry;
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and that is, we should take care, that we do not let our selves apply what we hear, rather to our Neighbour than our selves.
and that is, we should take care, that we do not let our selves apply what we hear, rather to our Neighbour than our selves.
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And here I may very seasonably insert a Caution against a very common Error which does frequently cheat Men of all the advantage which they might make of their hearing;
And Here I may very seasonably insert a Caution against a very Common Error which does frequently cheat Men of all the advantage which they might make of their hearing;
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so he may promote the right end of his Hearing, the salvation of his Soul, even when the Preacher forgets to make this the main end of his Preaching.
so he may promote the right end of his Hearing, the salvation of his Soul, even when the Preacher forgets to make this the main end of his Preaching.
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as to admonish himself by it in what respects it is that he wants amendment or improvement,
as to admonish himself by it in what respects it is that he Wants amendment or improvement,
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And as a Man may always make some such good use of what he hears,
And as a Man may always make Some such good use of what he hears,
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what neglected Vertue it calls upon him to acquire and practice, or what indulg'd Vice and Error it requires, him to forsake:
what neglected Virtue it calls upon him to acquire and practice, or what indulged Vice and Error it requires, him to forsake:
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by considering with himself of what concernment it is to him; what it requires him to be, or not to be;
by considering with himself of what concernment it is to him; what it requires him to be, or not to be;
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Every hearer should reflect upon what he hears, and bring it home to his own Heart;
Every hearer should reflect upon what he hears, and bring it home to his own Heart;
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and apply it to our selves.
and apply it to our selves.
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To which purpose we should very seriously examine our own Hearts and Lives, by what we hear,
To which purpose we should very seriously examine our own Hearts and Lives, by what we hear,
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As we ought to propose the right end in hearing, so we should prosecute and endeavour the attainment of that end in the doing it:
As we ought to propose the right end in hearing, so we should prosecute and endeavour the attainment of that end in the doing it:
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2. This requires further, That Men should hear the Word of God with serious application to themselves of what they hear:
2. This requires further, That Men should hear the Word of God with serious application to themselves of what they hear:
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and those good and happy effects which the goodness of God has appointed it for.
and those good and happy effects which the Goodness of God has appointed it for.
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While Men propose to themselves none, or but wrong ends in hearing, it is to be expected, that they shall miss of attaining the right ends of it,
While Men propose to themselves none, or but wrong ends in hearing, it is to be expected, that they shall miss of attaining the right ends of it,
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if but few are promoted in their fitness for salvation by it:
if but few Are promoted in their fitness for salvation by it:
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And if but few come to hear the Word of God, that they may be saved, 'tis no wonder at all,
And if but few come to hear the Word of God, that they may be saved, it's no wonder At all,
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so they mind this commonly the least of any thing in this Action, as well as in the rest of their Lives:
so they mind this commonly the least of any thing in this Actium, as well as in the rest of their Lives:
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As the Salvation of the Soul is, to a Wonder, the least Concern of most Men,
As the Salvation of the Soul is, to a Wonder, the least Concern of most Men,
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and have but their Damnation the more assur'd, by that which might be a means of their Salvation.
and have but their Damnation the more assured, by that which might be a means of their Salvation.
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and so the Edification, which they commonly meet with, while they thus heap to themselves Teachers, having itching Ears, amounts but to this, That they are encouraged in their Faults, are confirm'd in their Errors,
and so the Edification, which they commonly meet with, while they thus heap to themselves Teachers, having itching Ears, amounts but to this, That they Are encouraged in their Faults, Are confirmed in their Errors,
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if they can any where find it;
if they can any where find it;
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And as Men propose to themselves such wrong ends in Hearing, they will, even in the greatest disorder, run after such Preaching as will gratifie their Humours,
And as Men propose to themselves such wrong ends in Hearing, they will, even in the greatest disorder, run After such Preaching as will gratify their Humours,
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than that he should endeavour to perswade them to Piety and Vertue.
than that he should endeavour to persuade them to Piety and Virtue.
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And so strangely mistaken are some, that they would rather the Preacher should make ostentation of his own Wit and Learning,
And so strangely mistaken Are Some, that they would rather the Preacher should make ostentation of his own Wit and Learning,
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and their Consciences set on work to accuse and rebuke them till they forsake their Sins:
and their Consciences Set on work to accuse and rebuke them till they forsake their Sins:
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They had rather be entertain'd with Nice and Useless Speculations, than have their Hearts searched, their Vices discover'd,
They had rather be entertained with Nicaenae and Useless Speculations, than have their Hearts searched, their Vices discovered,
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than upon such Discourse as would tend to cure their Inordinate Love of the World, and induce them to set their Affections on things above:
than upon such Discourse as would tend to cure their Inordinate Love of the World, and induce them to Set their Affections on things above:
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They chuse rather, that the Preacher should insist upon those Points which they think tend to secure or promote their Worldly Interests,
They choose rather, that the Preacher should insist upon those Points which they think tend to secure or promote their Worldly Interests,
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And Men shew, that they are not sensible as they should be of the right Ends of this Ordinance in the Preaching, which they commonly most value and seek:
And Men show, that they Are not sensible as they should be of the right Ends of this Ordinance in the Preaching, which they commonly most valve and seek:
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Many Hear, that they may be able to talk, rather than that they may be directed to live well.
Many Hear, that they may be able to talk, rather than that they may be directed to live well.
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and so may gain the better Credit in the World:
and so may gain the better Credit in the World:
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Many do this only, that they may appear to Men to have some regard to Religion,
Many do this only, that they may appear to Men to have Some regard to Religion,
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Some come with Worldly or Evil Ends:
some come with Worldly or Evil Ends:
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Some come to Hear without any End at all, to fulfil a Custom, and do as their Neighbours do:
some come to Hear without any End At all, to fulfil a Custom, and do as their Neighbours do:
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because Men do not propose to themselves the right and due End in their Hearing:
Because Men do not propose to themselves the right and endue End in their Hearing:
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It is very probable, that one great Cause why Hearing the Word of God has now so little good effect, is,
It is very probable, that one great Cause why Hearing the Word of God has now so little good Effect, is,
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And, as the Apostle directs, we should desire the sincere Milk of the Word, that we may grow thereby.
And, as the Apostle directs, we should desire the sincere Milk of the Word, that we may grow thereby.
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as our Saviour promises, Matth. 5.6.
as our Saviour promises, Matthew 5.6.
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That we may encrease in every Grace, and become more fit for Heaven. We should come to it hungring and thirsting after Righteousness, so we shall be filled,
That we may increase in every Grace, and become more fit for Heaven. We should come to it hungering and thirsting After Righteousness, so we shall be filled,
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That the Good which is wanting may be supplied, and that which is weak may be strengthened:
That the Good which is wanting may be supplied, and that which is weak may be strengthened:
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That the Evil which is in us may be discover'd and purg'd away:
That the Evil which is in us may be discovered and purged away:
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We should desire and design, in Hearing, That our Hearts and Lives may be made better:
We should desire and Design, in Hearing, That our Hearts and Lives may be made better:
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as the Main End of their Attendance on this Ordinance, that they may be thereby advanced in the Way of Salvation;
as the Main End of their Attendance on this Ordinance, that they may be thereby advanced in the Way of Salvation;
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Let us now suggest what Use ought to be made of this. 1. And, in the first place, it requires, That Men do propose it to themselves,
Let us now suggest what Use ought to be made of this. 1. And, in the First place, it requires, That Men do propose it to themselves,
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and the Everlasting Happiness of Heaven. Thus we see plainly what is the Main End and Design of Preaching.
and the Everlasting Happiness of Heaven. Thus we see plainly what is the Main End and Design of Preaching.
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And this is to be done upon us, that we may be qualified for, and may attain the Remission of our Sins,
And this is to be done upon us, that we may be qualified for, and may attain the Remission of our Sins,
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It is intended to beget in them such a Faith in Jesus Christ, as shall purifie their Hearts, and work by Divine Love:
It is intended to beget in them such a Faith in jesus christ, as shall purify their Hearts, and work by Divine Love:
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and to convert them to Holiness and Vertue, which is, to bring them to God:
and to convert them to Holiness and Virtue, which is, to bring them to God:
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In which words he plainly shews, that the end of Preaching, is, to infuse Divine Knowledge into the Minds of Men, to rescue them from Wicked Living, which is, to be under the Power of Satan,
In which words he plainly shows, that the end of Preaching, is, to infuse Divine Knowledge into the Minds of Men, to rescue them from Wicked Living, which is, to be under the Power of Satan,
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and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me.
and inheritance among them which Are sanctified by faith that is in me.
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and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive remission of sins,
and to turn them from darkness to Light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive remission of Sins,
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I will send thee (said he to him) to the Gentiles to open their eyes,
I will send thee (said he to him) to the Gentiles to open their eyes,
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which Saint Paul himself gives us this account of, Acts 26.18.
which Saint Paul himself gives us this account of, Acts 26.18.
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And we are very evidently taught, that this is the main end and design of Preaching, according to God's appointment, in what our Saviour said to Saint Paul, at the time when he call'd him to this Office;
And we Are very evidently taught, that this is the main end and Design of Preaching, according to God's appointment, in what our Saviour said to Saint Paul, At the time when he called him to this Office;
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Our Text tells us, It pleased God to make use of this as a Means to that end and effect:
Our Text tells us, It pleased God to make use of this as a Means to that end and Effect:
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and that is this, That the True and Proper End and Design of God in appointing this Ordinance, is, to promote thereby the Salvation of Mankind.
and that is this, That the True and Proper End and Design of God in appointing this Ordinance, is, to promote thereby the Salvation of Mankind.
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I proceed now to the Second Intimation which we have in our present Text, concerning the Preaching of the Word of God,
I proceed now to the Second Intimation which we have in our present Text, Concerning the Preaching of the Word of God,
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as they meet with when it is absurdly and irreverently administred.
as they meet with when it is absurdly and irreverently administered.
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and, by consequence, the more advantageous to themselves, when they pay this under such an unhappy Temptation to Irreverence,
and, by consequence, the more advantageous to themselves, when they pay this under such an unhappy Temptation to Irreverence,
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And they may expect, that their Reverence of his Ordinance will be the more acceptable to him,
And they may expect, that their reverence of his Ordinance will be the more acceptable to him,
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and that they are waiting for the greatest Favours from God in the way that he has appointed.
and that they Are waiting for the greatest Favours from God in the Way that he has appointed.
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They should consider they are in the presence of God, tho' he does not consider this as he ought;
They should Consider they Are in the presence of God, though he does not Consider this as he ought;
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They should consider 'tis God whom they reverence in performing their Duty, not the mean Person who administers the Ordinance.
They should Consider it's God whom they Reverence in performing their Duty, not the mean Person who administers the Ordinance.
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They may assure themselves, that his Sin will not, in the sight of God, excuse theirs:
They may assure themselves, that his since will not, in the sighed of God, excuse theirs:
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But if the wretched Man forgets himself, and neglects to do his Work as he ought, this should not make the Hearers forget their Duty too.
But if the wretched Man forgets himself, and neglects to do his Work as he ought, this should not make the Hearers forget their Duty too.
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and as becomes the Embassador of Heaven to deliver the Message of Heaven:
and as becomes the Ambassador of Heaven to deliver the Message of Heaven:
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Indeed this ought to have a great influence upon him who administers, and possess him with a very serious care and reverence himself, that he may do this so it as becomes the Oracles of God to be deliver'd,
Indeed this ought to have a great influence upon him who administers, and possess him with a very serious care and Reverence himself, that he may do this so it as becomes the Oracles of God to be Delivered,
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and we are justly directed always to approach and worship him with reverence and godly fear, ( Heb. 12 28) as that without which we cannot do this acceptably.
and we Are justly directed always to approach and worship him with Reverence and godly Fear, (Hebrew 12 28) as that without which we cannot do this acceptably.
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it is an Instance of Reverence to him to do so;
it is an Instance of reverence to him to do so;
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Men ought always to attend upon it with great Reverence and Seriousness, as being an Ordinance and Appointment of the great God, by whomsoever it is administred;
Men ought always to attend upon it with great reverence and Seriousness, as being an Ordinance and Appointment of the great God, by whomsoever it is administered;
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3. This Truth requires further, That this Ordinance be always regarded and used with a great deal of Reverence.
3. This Truth requires further, That this Ordinance be always regarded and used with a great deal of reverence.
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and bears the Name of a Christian but to his shame and sorer condemnation.
and bears the Name of a Christian but to his shame and Sorer condemnation.
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he thus far throws off the true and proper Badge and Mark of a Christian, which is Obedience to the Commands of Christ,
he thus Far throws off the true and proper Badge and Mark of a Christian, which is obedience to the Commands of christ,
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He that neglects this Instance of Obedience, then, and, to indulge his Ease or Pleasure, does wilfully absent himself on the Lord's Day from this Ordinance, he does contradict, and vertually disown his Baptism;
He that neglects this Instance of obedience, then, and, to indulge his Ease or Pleasure, does wilfully absent himself on the Lord's Day from this Ordinance, he does contradict, and virtually disown his Baptism;
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We promised in our Baptism, That we would keep God's Holy Will and Commandments, and walk in the same all the Days of our Life.
We promised in our Baptism, That we would keep God's Holy Will and commandments, and walk in the same all the Days of our Life.
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We break his Laws in doing so; and we break our own Solemn Vow and Covenant with God.
We break his Laws in doing so; and we break our own Solemn Voelli and Covenant with God.
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but it is a direct Sin against God, to allow our selves in a needless absence from it.
but it is a Direct since against God, to allow our selves in a needless absence from it.
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It is not an indifferent Matter, or that which we are left at liberty to do or not do;
It is not an indifferent Matter, or that which we Are left At liberty to do or not do;
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We must look upon it then as a Duty, that we do use, as often as we can, the Opportunities of Hearing the Word of God, at the times appointed for Publick Worship.
We must look upon it then as a Duty, that we do use, as often as we can, the Opportunities of Hearing the Word of God, At the times appointed for Public Worship.
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and requires them diligently to do so, it is most evidently included herein, that he requires the People to attend upon it.
and requires them diligently to do so, it is most evidently included herein, that he requires the People to attend upon it.
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Since God has set up an Order of Men, to administer this Ordinance in his Church,
Since God has Set up an Order of Men, to administer this Ordinance in his Church,
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2. We may learn and conclude from hence, That it is our Duty to give a diligent Attendance to the Preaching of the Word of God.
2. We may Learn and conclude from hence, That it is our Duty to give a diligent Attendance to the Preaching of the Word of God.
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And we ought to be well assur'd, that he will do it, before we depend upon it.
And we ought to be well assured, that he will do it, before we depend upon it.
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'Tis true, God can teach us without this Instrument and Means, but no where has he given us leave to expect, that he will do so:
It's true, God can teach us without this Instrument and Means, but no where has he given us leave to expect, that he will do so:
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but he directs him, by that Angel, to send for his Minister, Peter, that from his Preaching he might derive his necessary Information.
but he directs him, by that Angel, to send for his Minister, Peter, that from his Preaching he might derive his necessary Information.
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And he might, by the Angel that appear'd to Cornelius, have given him a sufficient knowledge of Jesus Christ, and the way of Salvation;
And he might, by the Angel that appeared to Cornelius, have given him a sufficient knowledge of jesus christ, and the Way of Salvation;
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He might have converted the Eunuch to Christianity, without the Preaching of the Evangelist Philip, by his reading alone the Prophesie of Isaiah; but he directed Philip to meet and preach to him:
He might have converted the Eunuch to Christianity, without the Preaching of the Evangelist Philip, by his reading alone the Prophesy of Isaiah; but he directed Philip to meet and preach to him:
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but he possess'd them with this by the Preaching of Jesus Christ.
but he possessed them with this by the Preaching of jesus christ.
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He might have inspired the Apostles immediately with a belief of the true Messiah, and the Doctrines of the Gospel,
He might have inspired the Apostles immediately with a belief of the true Messiah, and the Doctrines of the Gospel,
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tho' he might have done it without such means: Of this we have several Instances in Scripture:
though he might have done it without such means: Of this we have several Instances in Scripture:
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We may see God himself deferring so much to this his own appointment, as to make it the ordinary means of converting Men to the true Religion,
We may see God himself deferring so much to this his own appointment, as to make it the ordinary means of converting Men to the true Religion,
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when the Spirit himself has appointed this to be the ordinary means of our instruction.
when the Spirit himself has appointed this to be the ordinary means of our instruction.
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'Tis a very groundless, and without doubt will prove a deceitful presumption for any to expect, that the Spirit of God will teach them without this means of doing it,
It's a very groundless, and without doubt will prove a deceitful presumption for any to expect, that the Spirit of God will teach them without this means of doing it,
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when he affords us the opportunities of using it.
when he affords us the opportunities of using it.
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1. And, in the first place, it may suggest to us, that we must not expect to be taught of God, without the use of this Ordinance,
1. And, in the First place, it may suggest to us, that we must not expect to be taught of God, without the use of this Ordinance,
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Let us now see what Use we ought to make of it, and what Causes of the present Unsuccessfulness of Preaching it may and ought to remove.
Let us now see what Use we ought to make of it, and what Causes of the present Unsuccessfulness of Preaching it may and ought to remove.
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And thus, I think, is this first Intimation sufficiently prov'd:
And thus, I think, is this First Intimation sufficiently proved:
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or support and comfort them under small success, if they were faithful and diligent in the discharge of their Duty.
or support and Comfort them under small success, if they were faithful and diligent in the discharge of their Duty.
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And he would be with those who should continue it, to give them good success in their Work,
And he would be with those who should continue it, to give them good success in their Work,
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therefore he must be understood to mean, that their Office should continue, and this discharge of it be carried on to the end of the World:
Therefore he must be understood to mean, that their Office should continue, and this discharge of it be carried on to the end of the World:
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for they are long since dead;
for they Are long since dead;
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He could not mean, that they, in their persons, should continue to the end of the World,
He could not mean, that they, in their Persons, should continue to the end of the World,
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in that he says, ( Matth. 28.29.) to those whom he had set apart for this purpose, Lo, I am with you to the end of the World.
in that he Says, (Matthew 28.29.) to those whom he had Set apart for this purpose, Lo, I am with you to the end of the World.
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and this Work be carried on to the end of the World;
and this Work be carried on to the end of the World;
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But to put this matter beyond dispute, we may observe, that our Saviour himself gives us ground to conclude, that he intended this Office should continue,
But to put this matter beyond dispute, we may observe, that our Saviour himself gives us ground to conclude, that he intended this Office should continue,
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and was not only intended, as some would have us believe, to convert the Heathens and gather them into the Church:
and was not only intended, as Some would have us believe, to convert the heathens and gather them into the Church:
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The Apostles (says he) appointed Bishops and Ministers over such as should afterwards believe, out of those who were the First Fruits of their Conversions. ( Clemens Rom. 1. Ep. ad Corinth. ) From whence we may observe, that this Office was to be continued and exercised in the Church,
The Apostles (Says he) appointed Bishops and Ministers over such as should afterwards believe, out of those who were the First Fruits of their Conversions. (Clemens Rom. 1. Epistle and Corinth.) From whence we may observe, that this Office was to be continued and exercised in the Church,
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An Ancient Bishop in the Church, who liv'd with the Apostles, and is mention'd by St. Paul in his Epistle to the Philippians ( Phil. 4.3.) Writes thus of this matter:
an Ancient Bishop in the Church, who lived with the Apostles, and is mentioned by Saint Paul in his Epistle to the Philippians (Philip 4.3.) Writes thus of this matter:
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Therefore the Apostle Paul directs those, who had Authority to Ordain in the Persons of Timothy and Titus, what sort of Persons they ought to commit that Sacred and Venerable Office to.
Therefore the Apostle Paul directs those, who had authority to Ordain in the Persons of Timothy and Titus, what sort of Persons they ought to commit that Sacred and Venerable Office to.
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And it appears, they intended, that those whom they Ordain'd, should some of them Ordain others to the same Office, that it might be continued after them:
And it appears, they intended, that those whom they Ordained, should Some of them Ordain Others to the same Office, that it might be continued After them:
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and set apart to the discharge of it.
and Set apart to the discharge of it.
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But moreover we find, that the Apostles who were immediately directed by the Holy Ghost, did plainly intend, that Preaching should continue after their times, in that they committed the Office to others whom they Ordain'd,
But moreover we find, that the Apostles who were immediately directed by the Holy Ghost, did plainly intend, that Preaching should continue After their times, in that they committed the Office to Others whom they Ordained,
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And it may very well be accounted an arrogant presumption to set limits to this, when God has set none.
And it may very well be accounted an arrogant presumption to Set Limits to this, when God has Set none.
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but do no where in Scripture find that the use of it is limited to a shorter date of time:
but do not where in Scripture find that the use of it is limited to a shorter date of time:
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It might justly dispose Men to believe this, That we do so evidently find it appointed by God,
It might justly dispose Men to believe this, That we do so evidently find it appointed by God,
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and testifie those things which Men were to believe concerning him, Acts 10.42. I may farther add, because our Times require it, That this is an Ordinance of God, which the Holy Scripture sufficiently intimates, is intended by him, to continue in his Church to the end of the World.
and testify those things which Men were to believe Concerning him, Acts 10.42. I may farther add, Because our Times require it, That this is an Ordinance of God, which the Holy Scripture sufficiently intimates, is intended by him, to continue in his Church to the end of the World.
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And they tell us, that, upon his Resurrection, he commanded them to Preach to the World,
And they tell us, that, upon his Resurrection, he commanded them to Preach to the World,
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He gives them Command to Preach the saving Doctrines of the Gospel, as we may see, Mark 16.15. Go ye into all the World, and Preach the Gospel to every Creature.
He gives them Command to Preach the Saving Doctrines of the Gospel, as we may see, Mark 16.15. Go you into all the World, and Preach the Gospel to every Creature.
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They were immediately Inspired with Knowledge by the Holy Ghost, and had the Gift of Speaking all Languages, that they might the more readily every where Communicate that Knowledge.
They were immediately Inspired with Knowledge by the Holy Ghost, and had the Gift of Speaking all Languages, that they might the more readily every where Communicate that Knowledge.
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And he inabled and furnish'd them to perform it in a Miraculous manner.
And he enabled and furnished them to perform it in a Miraculous manner.
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so he left behind him an Order of Men Commission'd, and set apart to carry on the same Work in the same way:
so he left behind him an Order of Men Commissioned, and Set apart to carry on the same Work in the same Way:
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The result of using it diligently and rightly will be, that we shall avoid the Everlasting Miseries of Hell which we had deserv'd, and were Obnoxious to;
The result of using it diligently and rightly will be, that we shall avoid the Everlasting Misery's of Hell which we had deserved, and were Obnoxious to;
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As our Lord himself began in this way to propagate the Doctrines of the Gospel,
As our Lord himself began in this Way to propagate the Doctrines of the Gospel,
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And we may the rather allow this to be intimated in the Text, because we have it very evidently and expresly taught us in other Places of Holy Scripture.
And we may the rather allow this to be intimated in the Text, Because we have it very evidently and expressly taught us in other Places of Holy Scripture.
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They who brought along with them the Evidence of Miracles to justifie what they did, and thereby prov'd, that they were directed and owned in it by Almighty God.
They who brought along with them the Evidence of Miracles to justify what they did, and thereby proved, that they were directed and owned in it by Almighty God.
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For it is there said, That his Messengers had taken this Course to bring Mankind into the right way of Salvation and Happiness:
For it is there said, That his Messengers had taken this Course to bring Mankind into the right Way of Salvation and Happiness:
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this we find intimated in the Text;
this we find intimated in the Text;
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That Preaching the Word and Will of God to Men, is an Ordinance of his own Appointment;
That Preaching the Word and Will of God to Men, is an Ordinance of his own Appointment;
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These I shall severally confirm, and apply them in their order. I begin with the First;
These I shall severally confirm, and apply them in their order. I begin with the First;
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3. That the Efficacy and Effect of it is entirely due to the Blessing of God upon our serious, and careful use of it.
3. That the Efficacy and Effect of it is entirely due to the Blessing of God upon our serious, and careful use of it.
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2. That the true End, and proper Design of it is to promote the Salvation of Mankind.
2. That the true End, and proper Design of it is to promote the Salvation of Mankind.
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1. That it is a Divine Ordinance, and Institution.
1. That it is a Divine Ordinance, and Institution.
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Now the Intimations concerning Preaching the Word of God, which our Text affords us, are these Three.
Now the Intimations Concerning Preaching the Word of God, which our Text affords us, Are these Three.
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But I shall briefly employ the latter end of it, to urge Men to a great concern and endeavour, that they may receive benefit by this means of Grace and Salvation.
But I shall briefly employ the latter end of it, to urge Men to a great concern and endeavour, that they may receive benefit by this means of Grace and Salvation.
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and to the removal of those Causes of this which it does most directly oppose. And this will be the greatest part of the Discourse:
and to the removal of those Causes of this which it does most directly oppose. And this will be the greatest part of the Discourse:
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And I shall apply each of them severally to the purposes it is fit to serve for,
And I shall apply each of them severally to the Purposes it is fit to serve for,
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Which are such as I reckon are fit to cure and remove the common Causes of the unsuccessfulness of it:
Which Are such as I reckon Are fit to cure and remove the Common Causes of the unsuccessfulness of it:
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I shall in the first Place observe, what intimations concerning Preaching the Word of God this Text affords us:
I shall in the First Place observe, what intimations Concerning Preaching the Word of God this Text affords us:
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God grant I may make it with good success. In speaking to this Subject, I shall follow this method of Discourse.
God grant I may make it with good success. In speaking to this Subject, I shall follow this method of Discourse.
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and to propose proper and fit Remedies, and Antidotes against them. This is the important Ataempt which I design at present:
and to propose proper and fit Remedies, and Antidotes against them. This is the important Ataempt which I Design At present:
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In this unhappy condition of our Times, it would certainly be the most useful and profitable Performance, to find out the common Causes of this Mischief,
In this unhappy condition of our Times, it would Certainly be the most useful and profitable Performance, to find out the Common Causes of this Mischief,
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It has now so little Effect commonly, as if he that makes nothing in vain had yet in vain appointed this.
It has now so little Effect commonly, as if he that makes nothing in vain had yet in vain appointed this.
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and to whom is the Arm of the Lord revealed.
and to whom is the Arm of the Lord revealed.
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How frequent reason, alas, have those who Administer it now to complain as the Prophet does of the Jews, Who has believ'd our report,
How frequent reason, alas, have those who Administer it now to complain as the Prophet does of the jews, Who has believed our report,
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notwithstanding, that the Providence of God favours us with much, and very excellent Preaching!
notwithstanding, that the Providence of God favours us with much, and very excellent Preaching!
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Men continue to follow their beloved sins, and many remain under a fatal and shameful ignorance of Divine Things;
Men continue to follow their Beloved Sins, and many remain under a fatal and shameful ignorance of Divine Things;
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How few alas are now turn'd by it from Darkness to Light, and from the Power of Satan to God.
How few alas Are now turned by it from Darkness to Light, and from the Power of Satan to God.
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Such mighty Effects has this Ordinance formerly had, which now seems so weak, and is commonly so fruitless a thing:
Such mighty Effects has this Ordinance formerly had, which now seems so weak, and is commonly so fruitless a thing:
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so well succeeded, that it gain'd at once Three Thousand Converts to his Religion from amongst his most Malicious Enemies.
so well succeeded, that it gained At once Three Thousand Converts to his Religion from among his most Malicious Enemies.
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The first attempt of it after our Saviour's Ascension into Heaven, being made upon those who had Persecuted and Crucified him,
The First attempt of it After our Saviour's Ascension into Heaven, being made upon those who had Persecuted and crucified him,
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It prevail'd against the darling Lusts and Vices of Men, and effected a Glorious Reformation of Manners, at a time of Universal Corruption in the World.
It prevailed against the darling Lustiest and Vices of Men, and effected a Glorious Reformation of Manners, At a time of Universal Corruption in the World.
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It brought ador'd Idols to be trampled under feet, and set up the just Adoration and Worship of the Despised, and Crucified Jesus.
It brought adored Idols to be trampled under feet, and Set up the just Adoration and Worship of the Despised, and crucified jesus.
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It demolish'd the most stately Temples of false Gods, and erected Glorious Churches to the true One:
It demolished the most stately Temples of false God's, and erected Glorious Churches to the true One:
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It drove away before it false Religions which had long obtain'd and been reverenced in the World;
It drove away before it false Religions which had long obtained and been reverenced in the World;
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It prevail'd against settled and inveterate Prejudices:
It prevailed against settled and inveterate Prejudices:
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This was the effectual and prevailing means which Converted once, almost the whole World to the Christian Faith and Practice.
This was the effectual and prevailing means which Converted once, almost the Whole World to the Christian Faith and Practice.
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THE Declaration of the Revealed Will of God concerning the way of our Salvation, by Messengers appointed and call'd by himself to that Office, is that which the Apostle means by Preaching in the Text:
THE Declaration of the Revealed Will of God Concerning the Way of our Salvation, by Messengers appointed and called by himself to that Office, is that which the Apostle means by Preaching in the Text:
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1 Cor. 1.21. Latter part. It pleased God by the foolishness of Preaching to save them that Believe.
1 Cor. 1.21. Latter part. It pleased God by the foolishness of Preaching to save them that Believe.
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It may make us wise to the Salvation of our Souls.
It may make us wise to the Salvation of our Souls.
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to rectifie all the Appetites and Motions of our several Faculties; to make us Wise, and Happy:
to rectify all the Appetites and Motions of our several Faculties; to make us Wise, and Happy:
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It is appointed and design'd, and fitted to enlighten our dark Minds with the best, the most Important, and the most pleasing Knowledge;
It is appointed and designed, and fitted to enlighten our dark Minds with the best, the most Important, and the most pleasing Knowledge;
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1. And in the first place, the Greatness, the Importance of the Benefits which may be receiv'd by it, should awaken in us this care and concern:
1. And in the First place, the Greatness, the Importance of the Benefits which may be received by it, should awaken in us this care and concern:
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Which God of his Infinite Mercy Grant through Jesus Christ.
Which God of his Infinite Mercy Grant through jesus christ.
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These things I think may justly make us all very careful in this matter, that we may use this Divine Ordinance of Preaching to our Salvation:
These things I think may justly make us all very careful in this matter, that we may use this Divine Ordinance of Preaching to our Salvation:
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In that he says, It will be more tolerable in the day of Judgment, even for the vile Inhabitants of Sodom and Gomorrah than for such sinners, ( Mat. 10.15.)
In that he Says, It will be more tolerable in the day of Judgement, even for the vile Inhabitants of Sodom and Gomorrah than for such Sinners, (Mathew 10.15.)
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This guilt more than any assures our Damnation, as the Apostles intimates when he asks this unanswerable Question ( Heb. 2.) How shall we escape if we neglect so great Salvation? And our Saviour assures us it will be punish'd at last with the greatest severity, and the sorest Condemnation.
This guilt more than any assures our Damnation, as the Apostles intimates when he asks this unanswerable Question (Hebrew 2.) How shall we escape if we neglect so great Salvation? And our Saviour assures us it will be punished At last with the greatest severity, and the Sorest Condemnation.
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And what dreadful wrath may we reasonably expect his rejected and despised Mercy and Favour will turn to.
And what dreadful wrath may we reasonably expect his rejected and despised Mercy and Favour will turn to.
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he seeks to save us, and we refuse to be sav'd.
he seeks to save us, and we refuse to be saved.
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In this it appears we are not concern'd to enjoy his Favour, or to shun his Wrath. He seeks to be reconcil'd to us, but we refuse a reconciliation;
In this it appears we Are not concerned to enjoy his Favour, or to shun his Wrath. He seeks to be reconciled to us, but we refuse a reconciliation;
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this shews the greatest obstinacy in Sin, and defiance of the Wrath and Threatnings of Almighty God.
this shows the greatest obstinacy in since, and defiance of the Wrath and Threatenings of Almighty God.
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This is to despise the greatest Favours of Heaven;
This is to despise the greatest Favours of Heaven;
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We may justly believe, that nothing can be a greater Offence to God, than to slight and frustrate the means of Grace and Salvation.
We may justly believe, that nothing can be a greater Offence to God, than to slight and frustrate the means of Grace and Salvation.
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4. Let us consider how great Guilt and Provocation there must needs be in our receiving this Divine Favour in vain.
4. Let us Consider how great Gilded and Provocation there must needs be in our receiving this Divine Favour in vain.
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and then they are forsaken by the Holy Spirit of God, and fall under the power and seducements of the Devil.
and then they Are forsaken by the Holy Spirit of God, and fallen under the power and seducements of the devil.
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and then they grow indifferent whether they use it at all or not, and perhaps come at length utterly to throw off and despise the use of it:
and then they grow indifferent whither they use it At all or not, and perhaps come At length utterly to throw off and despise the use of it:
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From a slight and careless use of this means of Grace, Men find but little or no effect that it has upon them,
From a slight and careless use of this means of Grace, Men find but little or no Effect that it has upon them,
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He is inur'd, and accustomed to slight and despise Admonition and Reproof, and all the force of the Divine Promises and Threatnings.
He is inured, and accustomed to slight and despise Admonition and Reproof, and all the force of the Divine Promises and Threatenings.
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If it does not convert a Man from his sins, he is usually the more hardened and confirm'd in them by it:
If it does not convert a Man from his Sins, he is usually the more hardened and confirmed in them by it:
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3. It is very considerable to this purpose, That if men receive no Benefit, by the Preaching of the Word of God, they are commonly the worse for it.
3. It is very considerable to this purpose, That if men receive no Benefit, by the Preaching of the Word of God, they Are commonly the Worse for it.
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And he therefore adds with relation to this, that Admonition, Take heed therefore how ye hear. (ver. 18.)
And he Therefore adds with Relation to this, that Admonition, Take heed Therefore how you hear. (ver. 18.)
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so the success of Preaching is according to the disposition, and qualification of the Hearers:
so the success of Preaching is according to the disposition, and qualification of the Hearers:
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Our Saviour compares the Preaching of the Word to sowing, ( Luke 8.) and intimates, that as the success of Sowing is, according to the Nature of the Soil;
Our Saviour compares the Preaching of the Word to sowing, (Lycia 8.) and intimates, that as the success of Sowing is, according to the Nature of the Soil;
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and we must use it according to the directions which have been intimated in the foregoing Discourse.
and we must use it according to the directions which have been intimated in the foregoing Discourse.
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We must diligently attend upon it, or else most certainly it cannot help us;
We must diligently attend upon it, or Else most Certainly it cannot help us;
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2. Let us consider, that our own Care and Endeavour are necessary to our receiving these Benefits by this Ordinance.
2. Let us Consider, that our own Care and Endeavour Are necessary to our receiving these Benefits by this Ordinance.
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and we shall gain that Everlasting, and Glorious Happiness of Heaven which we are made for.
and we shall gain that Everlasting, and Glorious Happiness of Heaven which we Are made for.
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I come now in the Conclusion of it, as I promised, to urge a little the making it our great concern and care, that the Preaching of the Word of God, may be profitable to us.
I come now in the Conclusion of it, as I promised, to urge a little the making it our great concern and care, that the Preaching of the Word of God, may be profitable to us.
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And thus I have finish'd the first and chief part of this Discourse.
And thus I have finished the First and chief part of this Discourse.
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and we think no one can do us any good but he, it commonly comes to pass by the just Judgment of God, that his Administrations are weak and vain too.
and we think no one can do us any good but he, it commonly comes to pass by the just Judgement of God, that his Administrations Are weak and vain too.
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when the Divine Truths are of no relish with us, unless they be delivered by this or that Minister,
when the Divine Truths Are of no relish with us, unless they be Delivered by this or that Minister,
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As we our selves frustrate the Administrations and Endeavours of those whom we despise, so we provoke the Almighty to frustrate theirs too, whom we excessively admire,
As we our selves frustrate the Administrations and Endeavours of those whom we despise, so we provoke the Almighty to frustrate theirs too, whom we excessively admire,
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nor ascribe his Benefits to the Instruments which he uses in bestowing them.
nor ascribe his Benefits to the Instruments which he uses in bestowing them.
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We must neither despise, nor Idolize any of the Ministers which God has set up in his Church,
We must neither despise, nor Idolise any of the Ministers which God has Set up in his Church,
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We are greatly mistaken, and sin, when we attribute the Good we receive by the Ordinance of God to the Man that Administers it.
We Are greatly mistaken, and since, when we attribute the Good we receive by the Ordinance of God to the Man that Administers it.
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and one said I am of Paul, and another, I am of Apollos, and this caused Contentions and Divisions amongst them.
and one said I am of Paul, and Another, I am of Apollos, and this caused Contentions and Divisions among them.
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as he speaks, one against another;
as he speaks, one against Another;
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This the Apostle found necessary to be suggested to the Corinthians, who, because they had some of them been converted by the Preaching of Saint Paul, and some by the Preaching of Apollos, they were pufft up,
This the Apostle found necessary to be suggested to the Corinthians, who, Because they had Some of them been converted by the Preaching of Saint Paul, and Some by the Preaching of Apollos, they were puffed up,
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It is not Man, but God that must have the Glory of it.
It is not Man, but God that must have the Glory of it.
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3. Whatever Benefit we receive by any Man's Preaching, it ought to be ascribed intirely to the Blessing and Grace of God.
3. Whatever Benefit we receive by any Man's Preaching, it ought to be ascribed entirely to the Blessing and Grace of God.
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To God therefore, let us always make our Humble Supplications when we go to hear, that his Blessing may cause the Word Preach'd to have its good and happy Effects upon us.
To God Therefore, let us always make our Humble Supplications when we go to hear, that his Blessing may cause the Word Preached to have its good and happy Effects upon us.
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but 'tis God who gives to every Man's Labour such success as it has.
but it's God who gives to every Man's Labour such success as it has.
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And should consider, it is not this or that Man, who is the powerful Soul-saving Preacher,
And should Consider, it is not this or that Man, who is the powerful Soul-saving Preacher,
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nor make any Man, how well qualified soever, the Idol of our Trust and Confidence.
nor make any Man, how well qualified soever, the Idol of our Trust and Confidence.
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We must not give our selves leave then to run into excessive Admirations of any Person,
We must not give our selves leave then to run into excessive Admirations of any Person,
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God represents himself to us as Jealous of his Honour, and as greatly displeas'd when his Glory is given to another.
God represents himself to us as Jealous of his Honour, and as greatly displeased when his Glory is given to Another.
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so we should highly displease him too, if we should six our Expectations intirely upon, even the ablest Instrument.
so we should highly displease him too, if we should six our Expectations entirely upon, even the Ablest Instrument.
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He will not be our Mediator with the Father, nor shall we enjoy the benefit of his Patronage and Intercession.
He will not be our Mediator with the Father, nor shall we enjoy the benefit of his Patronage and Intercession.
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and which must inable us to do both. Prayer is appointed for it self, Preaching but in order to somewhat else.
and which must inable us to do both. Prayer is appointed for it self, Preaching but in order to somewhat Else.
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And then, that which is but a Means, and is appointed for the sake of somewhat else, must not be accounted more excellent,
And then, that which is but a Means, and is appointed for the sake of somewhat Else, must not be accounted more excellent,
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than the end for which it is appointed:
than the end for which it is appointed:
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Neither may we neglect or set by Prayer, that we may spend the more time in Preaching and Hearing.
Neither may we neglect or Set by Prayer, that we may spend the more time in Preaching and Hearing.
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That which is the most noble and the chiefest part of Worship, should be chiefly attended.
That which is the most noble and the chiefest part of Worship, should be chiefly attended.
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Besides we may consider, That as the Publick Prayers are perform'd in our Church, they are always attended with that which is, perhaps, the best as well as the truest Preaching, according to the Scripture Notion of this;
Beside we may Consider, That as the Public Prayers Are performed in our Church, they Are always attended with that which is, perhaps, the best as well as the Truest Preaching, according to the Scripture Notion of this;
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I mean, the Reading of several Portions of Holy Scripture.
I mean, the Reading of several Portions of Holy Scripture.
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As a learned Father of our Church has demonstrated. ( Bishop of London-derry, his Discourse concerning Inventions of Men, &c.) And the Usefulness of our Publick Prayers, to the promoting Plety and a Good Life,
As a learned Father of our Church has demonstrated. (Bishop of Londonderry, his Discourse Concerning Inventions of Men, etc.) And the Usefulness of our Public Prayers, to the promoting Plenty and a Good Life,
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even without the constant addition of such Preaching to them, as some make the chief business of Publick Worship, is found by the happy experience of those who do frequently and seriously attend upon them.
even without the constant addition of such Preaching to them, as Some make the chief business of Public Worship, is found by the happy experience of those who do frequently and seriously attend upon them.
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The Observation of a pious and learned Divine of our Church at present, concerning the Efficacy and good insluence of our Method of Prayers,
The Observation of a pious and learned Divine of our Church At present, Concerning the Efficacy and good Influence of our Method of Prayers,
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even when it has been used alone is very considerable. He takes notice, That in the Reigns of King Edward the VI.
even when it has been used alone is very considerable. He Takes notice, That in the Reigns of King Edward the VI.
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and for several Years of Queen Elizabeth, there was little or no Preaching in most parts of the Kingdom,
and for several years of Queen Elizabeth, there was little or no Preaching in most parts of the Kingdom,
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and very few People then could read their own Language:
and very few People then could read their own Language:
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Yet by the constant general use of our Liturgy, and Gods Blessing upon it, the whole Nation so mightily improv'd in true Knowledge, that there was scarce one in an Hundered to be found, who did not forsake and abhor the Errours,
Yet by the constant general use of our Liturgy, and God's Blessing upon it, the Whole nation so mightily improved in true Knowledge, that there was scarce one in an Hundered to be found, who did not forsake and abhor the Errors,
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and Absurdities of Popery. (Dr. Beveridge, his Sermon on the Excel. Ʋsef. Com. Prayer. )
and Absurdities of Popery. (Dr. Beveridge, his Sermon on the Excel. Ʋsef. Come Prayer.)
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I confess, It is not to be wondred at, if they, who in their Religious Assemblies are put off with the rash and unpremeditated Exercise of their Ministers Gifts in Extemporary Prayer, do require, that a greater part of the time of Publick Worship should be spent in the Sermon:
I confess, It is not to be wondered At, if they, who in their Religious Assemblies Are put off with the rash and unpremeditated Exercise of their Ministers Gifts in Extemporary Prayer, do require, that a greater part of the time of Public Worship should be spent in the Sermon:
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That so they may be entertain'd with that which is, perhaps, somewhat better studied and consider'd,
That so they may be entertained with that which is, perhaps, somewhat better studied and considered,
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and more fit to edifie and improve them. But in this Case, it is one mistake which has betray'd them into another.
and more fit to edify and improve them. But in this Case, it is one mistake which has betrayed them into Another.
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Their unhappy Opinion, that 'tis lawful or best for Ministers, who are not divinely and immediately Inspired,
Their unhappy Opinion, that it's lawful or best for Ministers, who Are not divinely and immediately Inspired,
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as the Apostles were, to pray in Publick without the use of a Form, is that which has led them to think, that the greatest and the most indispensable part of Publick Worship ought to be the Preaching, and Hearing of a Sermon:
as the Apostles were, to pray in Public without the use of a From, is that which has led them to think, that the greatest and the most indispensable part of Public Worship ought to be the Preaching, and Hearing of a Sermon:
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Because, indeed in their way of Worship, they find by experience, that this is that which they can best expect to receive Advantage and Benefit by.
Because, indeed in their Way of Worship, they find by experience, that this is that which they can best expect to receive Advantage and Benefit by.
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But when I speak of Prayer as that which we should account the chief and main part of Publick Worship:
But when I speak of Prayer as that which we should account the chief and main part of Public Worship:
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I would be understood to speak of it as in its full Latitude, and extent: As it includes the Praise of God in Psalms, and Hymns, and Spiritual Songs:
I would be understood to speak of it as in its full Latitude, and extent: As it includes the Praise of God in Psalms, and Hymns, and Spiritual Songs:
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And as including also the Celebration of Sacraments which we know is done in Acts of Prayer.
And as including also the Celebration of Sacraments which we know is done in Acts of Prayer.
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Now since these are appointed as well as Preaching; the Worship is as truly defective when it wants the Sacrament of the Lords Supper,
Now since these Are appointed as well as Preaching; the Worship is as truly defective when it Wants the Sacrament of the lords Supper,
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as when it wants a Sermon:
as when it Wants a Sermon:
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And if the Circumstances of the Congregation will allow without Guilt, the Omission of that Sacrament at some times of Publick Worship;
And if the circumstances of the Congregation will allow without Gilded, the Omission of that Sacrament At Some times of Public Worship;
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they will also allow the Omission of a Sermon.
they will also allow the Omission of a Sermon.
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And if we come together and Pray, and Celebrate the Lords Supper without a Sermon, we do then perform a main and chief part of Publick Worship,
And if we come together and Pray, and Celebrate the lords Supper without a Sermon, we do then perform a main and chief part of Public Worship,
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tho we ought not at any time to neglect the other.
though we ought not At any time to neglect the other.
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A Sermon should be added to the Worship at Extraordinary times, as when a Day is set apart to the Worship of God,
A Sermon should be added to the Worship At Extraordinary times, as when a Day is Set apart to the Worship of God,
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or when encessary Worldly Affairs will allow time enough for it on other days; but it needs not to be joyn'd to the Ordinary daily Prayers in Publick.
or when encessary Worldly Affairs will allow time enough for it on other days; but it needs not to be joined to the Ordinary daily Prayers in Public.
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I have now finish'd the first part of this Discouse, which was intended to inquire,
I have now finished the First part of this Discourse, which was intended to inquire,
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and shew what is Included or Implied in our Text by the Phrase, or Name, of an House of Prayer. It intimates,
and show what is Included or Implied in our Text by the Phrase, or Name, of an House of Prayer. It intimates,
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as I have said, thus much, that God expects to be worshipped by Publick Prayers:
as I have said, thus much, that God expects to be worshipped by Public Prayers:
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And this is that which he accounts, and requires, as the main and chief part of Publick Worship.
And this is that which he accounts, and requires, as the main and chief part of Public Worship.
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I proceed now to the Second part of the discourse; in which I am to urge our diligent and constant attendance upon the Publick Prayer.
I proceed now to the Second part of the discourse; in which I am to urge our diligent and constant attendance upon the Public Prayer.
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I hope the former part of the Discourse will be look'd upon, as somewhat serviceable to this purpose:
I hope the former part of the Discourse will be looked upon, as somewhat serviceable to this purpose:
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And therefore I shall insist but upon these Three Arguments to promote it. 1. The Laws and Commands of the Governors of that Church in which we live. 2. The great Honour which we therein do to Almighty God. 3. The great Advantages which will redound to our selves from our diligent and serious attendance on the Publick Prayers.
And Therefore I shall insist but upon these Three Arguments to promote it. 1. The Laws and Commands of the Governors of that Church in which we live. 2. The great Honour which we therein do to Almighty God. 3. The great Advantages which will redound to our selves from our diligent and serious attendance on the Public Prayers.
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1. In the first place, It is considerable, that the Laws and Commands of the Church, in which we live, do require a diligent and frequent attendance upon the Publick Prayers.
1. In the First place, It is considerable, that the Laws and Commands of the Church, in which we live, do require a diligent and frequent attendance upon the Public Prayers.
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It is appointed in the Preface to our Publick Liturgy under the Title, concerning the service of the Church, that all Priests are to say daily the Morning and Evening Prayer, either privately or openly, not being let or hindered by sickness, or some other urgent cause.
It is appointed in the Preface to our Public Liturgy under the Title, Concerning the service of the Church, that all Priests Are to say daily the Morning and Evening Prayer, either privately or openly, not being let or hindered by sickness, or Some other urgent cause.
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It is not to be doubted, but that this Rule obliges the Priests of the Church to offer up the Churches Prayers in Publick every day,
It is not to be doubted, but that this Rule obliges the Priests of the Church to offer up the Churches Prayers in Public every day,
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if they are not invincibly hindred from doing it:
if they Are not invincibly hindered from doing it:
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But then the same Rule implies an Obligation on the People to Assemble diligently to the Publick Prayers.
But then the same Rule Implies an Obligation on the People to Assemble diligently to the Public Prayers.
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And this their Attendance on the Opportunities which they can have of Publick Prayer, is expresly requir'd in the Fifteenth Canon, where concerning the Litany, 'tis said particularly, that it shall be used in Publick on Wednesdays and Fridays Weekly, tho they be not Holidays.
And this their Attendance on the Opportunities which they can have of Public Prayer, is expressly required in the Fifteenth Canon, where Concerning the Litany, it's said particularly, that it shall be used in Public on Wednesdays and Fridays Weekly, though they be not Holidays.
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And that the Minister shall at the accustomed Hour resort to the Church, and give notice to the People to Assemble.
And that the Minister shall At the accustomed Hour resort to the Church, and give notice to the People to Assemble.
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And the Canon adds a desire, that every Family within a convenient distance would afford one, at least, to joyn with the Minister in Prayer.
And the Canon adds a desire, that every Family within a convenient distance would afford one, At least, to join with the Minister in Prayer.
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How sitting indeed is it, that one should be spared to pray for the rest,
How sitting indeed is it, that one should be spared to pray for the rest,
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while they are engag'd in the Affairs of the World? That so a Blessing might be obtain'd, by Prayer, upon their Endeavours, to the advantage of the whole Family.
while they Are engaged in the Affairs of the World? That so a Blessing might be obtained, by Prayer, upon their Endeavours, to the advantage of the Whole Family.
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And how commonly might one or more in a Family be spared for this, if People would be mindful,
And how commonly might one or more in a Family be spared for this, if People would be mindful,
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and endeavour to do their Duty in this Case? These Rules formention'd are afresh enforced, by those Excellent and Pious Injunctions, which His Majesty has lately given to the Arch-Bishops of this Realm, in which it is directed (Injunct. 11.) That the Bishops do use their utmost endeavour to oblige their Clergy to have publick Prayers in the Church, not only on Holidays and Litany-days,
and endeavour to do their Duty in this Case? These Rules forementioned Are afresh Enforced, by those Excellent and Pious Injunctions, which His Majesty has lately given to the Arch-Bishops of this Realm, in which it is directed (Injunct. 11.) That the Bishops do use their utmost endeavour to oblige their Clergy to have public Prayers in the Church, not only on Holidays and Litany-days,
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but as often as may be.
but as often as may be.
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Thus we may evidently see, that the Laws, and Governors of the Church, do require the Peoples diligent attendance upon the Publick Prayers.
Thus we may evidently see, that the Laws, and Governors of the Church, do require the Peoples diligent attendance upon the Public Prayers.
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And now may it not justly be thought a strange and lamentable thing, that it should be necessary in a Christian Church to Vindicate this as a considerable Argument? Should not Christianity teach Men Meekness,
And now may it not justly be Thought a strange and lamentable thing, that it should be necessary in a Christian Church to Vindicate this as a considerable Argument? Should not Christianity teach Men Meekness,
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and Obedience, and a Reverence to Laws and Government? But alas, we have too many among us, who in words profess Christ,
and obedience, and a reverence to Laws and Government? But alas, we have too many among us, who in words profess christ,
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but in their Works do deny him;
but in their Works do deny him;
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and who have indeed a Form of Godliness, but appear greatly wanting in the Power of it.
and who have indeed a From of Godliness, but appear greatly wanting in the Power of it.
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And the needless scruples, and unconsider'd mistakes of some have been so manag'd, as to weaken the Authority of the Church,
And the needless scruples, and unconsidered mistakes of Some have been so managed, as to weaken the authority of the Church,
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and to occasion the Prophaness of others, by occasioning a too common contempt of several very excellent and wholsom Rules, which have a great tendency and usefulness in themselves towards the promoting of True Religion.
and to occasion the Profaneness of Others, by occasioning a too Common contempt of several very excellent and wholesome Rules, which have a great tendency and usefulness in themselves towards the promoting of True Religion.
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Let us all consider, to enforce this Argument;
Let us all Consider, to enforce this Argument;
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That if this be a Law of the Governors of the Church, it is a Law of Christ,
That if this be a Law of the Governors of the Church, it is a Law of christ,
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since it is no way contradictory to any of his Written Laws.
since it is no Way contradictory to any of his Written Laws.
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They deceive themselves, who call the Commands of Governors in such a case the Traditions, Inventions,
They deceive themselves, who call the Commands of Governors in such a case the Traditions, Inventions,
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or Commands of Men, and let themselves despise them under such Names:
or Commands of Men, and let themselves despise them under such Names:
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For it is indeed Jesus Christ, the unquestionable King, and Supream Head of the Church, who lays these Laws upon us by them.
For it is indeed jesus christ, the unquestionable King, and Supreme Head of the Church, who lays these Laws upon us by them.
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It is he who requires, that they who govern the Church under him be obey'd in their Lawful Commands.
It is he who requires, that they who govern the Church under him be obeyed in their Lawful Commands.
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And he by the Apostle Paul enjoynes Obedience to Governors, Not only for wrath, but for conscience sake:
And he by the Apostle Paul enjoins obedience to Governors, Not only for wrath, but for conscience sake:
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That is, not only to avoid the Wrath of him who has power to Punish, but to discharge a good Conscience in Obedience to him who has Authority to Command.
That is, not only to avoid the Wrath of him who has power to punish, but to discharge a good Conscience in obedience to him who has authority to Command.
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We do, then, certainly sin against God, when we neglect and despise the good Laws and Orders of the Church, which he himself plainly teaches us in his saying, to those whom he had appointed the Governors of his Church, He that heareth you, heareth me,
We do, then, Certainly since against God, when we neglect and despise the good Laws and Order of the Church, which he himself plainly Teaches us in his saying, to those whom he had appointed the Governors of his Church, He that hears you, hears me,
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and he that receiveth you, receiveth me, and he that despiseth you, despiseth me.
and he that receives you, receives me, and he that despises you, despises me.
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And since the Establish'd way of Worship is such, as that all good Souls, who seriously use it, do find great Advantage, and Edification from it:
And since the Established Way of Worship is such, as that all good Souls, who seriously use it, do find great Advantage, and Edification from it:
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They who cannot do so too, and would from thence excuse their deserting it, may more justly ascribe this to their not being accustomed to it,
They who cannot do so too, and would from thence excuse their deserting it, may more justly ascribe this to their not being accustomed to it,
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or to the prejudices which they have conceiv'd against it, than to any fault or defect in the thing it self.
or to the prejudices which they have conceived against it, than to any fault or defect in the thing it self.
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But I must proceed to another Argument. 2. Publick Worship is more to the Honour of God, than that which is private.
But I must proceed to Another Argument. 2. Public Worship is more to the Honour of God, than that which is private.
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All the Exercises or Acts of Worship Honour God; therefore he himself says, Whoso offereth Praise glorifieth me:
All the Exercises or Acts of Worship Honour God; Therefore he himself Says, Whoso Offereth Praise Glorifieth me:
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And then the more publickly we do this, we do the more glorifie him. It is very evident, that Honour is always the greater the more publick it is.
And then the more publicly we do this, we do the more Glorify him. It is very evident, that Honour is always the greater the more public it is.
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He who has great and admiring Thoughts of God, and publishes this to the World, in the most solemn manner, does honour him a great deal more,
He who has great and admiring Thoughts of God, and publishes this to the World, in the most solemn manner, does honour him a great deal more,
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than he who keeps these Thoughts to himself, and who Praises and Worships God, so as no one knows he does it but himself.
than he who keeps these Thoughts to himself, and who Praises and Worships God, so as no one knows he does it but himself.
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God is to be consider'd and own'd, in the best manner that we can, as a Publick Benefactor,
God is to be considered and owned, in the best manner that we can, as a Public Benefactor,
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as the Universal Friend, and Parent of Mankind, and as the Common Sovereign and Lord of the World;
as the Universal Friend, and Parent of Mankind, and as the Common Sovereign and Lord of the World;
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And it is more Honour to Consider and Worship him as such, than only as a Friend or Sovereign to a particular Person;
And it is more Honour to Consider and Worship him as such, than only as a Friend or Sovereign to a particular Person;
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and there is no visible Acknowledgment or Worship of God, as such, unless by Publick Worship:
and there is no visible Acknowledgment or Worship of God, as such, unless by Public Worship:
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Therefore without this, God would want the greatest Honour and Glory that he ought to receive from us.
Therefore without this, God would want the greatest Honour and Glory that he ought to receive from us.
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And this too is certainly an Argument very worthy to prevail with us.
And this too is Certainly an Argument very worthy to prevail with us.
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It is highly reasonable and fitting, that we give to God the greatest Honour we are able:
It is highly reasonable and fitting, that we give to God the greatest Honour we Are able:
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Who is the most Excellent Being, the most Universal, and the greatest Benefactor, the Fountain Good on whom we depend for our Being,
Who is the most Excellent Being, the most Universal, and the greatest Benefactor, the Fountain Good on whom we depend for our Being,
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and for all that we enjoy.
and for all that we enjoy.
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It is fit we give him the greatest Honour that we can, when we can never pay him more than is due,
It is fit we give him the greatest Honour that we can, when we can never pay him more than is due,
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and after all that we have done, his Infinite Excellency and Greatness exalts him above all Blessing and Praise.
and After all that we have done, his Infinite Excellency and Greatness exalts him above all Blessing and Praise.
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3. The last Argument I shall use is this, That Publick Worship and Prayer, is that from whence we may expect most advantage to our selves.
3. The last Argument I shall use is this, That Public Worship and Prayer, is that from whence we may expect most advantage to our selves.
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To give this the more force, I shall a little insist upon these two particulars which it comprehends. 1. To Pray in Publick is of great advantage for the better performance of our Prayers. 2. This is of great advantage also for the better success of our Prayers.
To give this the more force, I shall a little insist upon these two particulars which it comprehends. 1. To Pray in Public is of great advantage for the better performance of our Prayers. 2. This is of great advantage also for the better success of our Prayers.
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1. To pray in Publick is a great Advantage for the better performance of our Prayers.
1. To pray in Public is a great Advantage for the better performance of our Prayers.
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This is a great help both to our Faith and also to the Fervency of our Prayers.
This is a great help both to our Faith and also to the Fervency of our Prayers.
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It is a help to our Faith and Trust in God, to see that others put their trust in him, that he is the common refuge of distrest and craving Souls:
It is a help to our Faith and Trust in God, to see that Others put their trust in him, that he is the Common refuge of distressed and craving Souls:
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It is he to whom all Flesh come with their Supplications: And many account him a God hearing Prayers.
It is he to whom all Flesh come with their Supplications: And many account him a God hearing Prayers.
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A multitude does in all cases give Encouragement:
A multitude does in all cases give Encouragement:
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Besides, the humble and good Christian, who has a mean opinion of himself, will be apt to think his Prayers more acceptable with God,
Beside, the humble and good Christian, who has a mean opinion of himself, will be apt to think his Prayers more acceptable with God,
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when joyn'd with those of an Assembly of Saints, than when they are offer'd up by himself alone.
when joined with those of an Assembly of Saints, than when they Are offered up by himself alone.
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Further, The place of Publick Worship, being that where we are wont to Celebrate the Solemn Commemoration of the Death of Christ in the Lords Supper, we shall be apt to be put in mind of this by the place,
Further, The place of Public Worship, being that where we Are wont to Celebrate the Solemn Commemoration of the Death of christ in the lords Supper, we shall be apt to be put in mind of this by the place,
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when we pray there, tho' this Sacrament be not then Celebrated.
when we pray there, though this Sacrament be not then Celebrated.
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And it will be a great advantage and help to our Faith, to have a fresh remembrance of that Death, which was a compleat,
And it will be a great advantage and help to our Faith, to have a fresh remembrance of that Death, which was a complete,
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and full attonement for our Sins, a perfect and accepted Propitiation, that Death which was Meritorious of the Divine Favour to Guilty Rebellious Creatures;
and full atonement for our Sins, a perfect and accepted Propitiation, that Death which was Meritorious of the Divine Favour to Guilty Rebellious Creatures;
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and to call to mind, that we have there been united to this Sacrifice, in that we have been partakers of it,
and to call to mind, that we have there been united to this Sacrifice, in that we have been partakers of it,
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and so have been interested in the Vertue and Merits of it.
and so have been interested in the Virtue and Merits of it.
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This Advantage we may derive in some measure from the place, but I must add it will be much more,
This Advantage we may derive in Some measure from the place, but I must add it will be much more,
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when the Sacrament it self is Celebrated there.
when the Sacrament it self is Celebrated there.
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And as it is a help to our Faith, so it is also to our Devotion to pray in Publick.
And as it is a help to our Faith, so it is also to our Devotion to pray in Public.
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It tends to dispose us to Reverence and Care, to consider, that we are in the House of God, in the Place of his Special Residence and Presence:
It tends to dispose us to reverence and Care, to Consider, that we Are in the House of God, in the Place of his Special Residence and Presence:
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And that here the Hosts of Glorious Angels attend, when the Saints meet to Worship.
And that Here the Hosts of Glorious Angels attend, when the Saints meet to Worship.
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Besides, the Fervency and Devotion of other Pious Souls, with whom we joyn in Publick, will encrease our Fervour and Devotion:
Beside, the Fervency and Devotion of other Pious Souls, with whom we join in Public, will increase our Fervour and Devotion:
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Many warm hearts together will help to kindle each other into an Ardent Flame.
Many warm hearts together will help to kindle each other into an ardent Flame.
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Yea, the very outward gestures and shews of Devotion in others, will be useful to stir up and encrease our Devotion.
Yea, the very outward gestures and shows of Devotion in Others, will be useful to stir up and increase our Devotion.
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And to a good and devout Soul, it will be a spur and incentive to the more Seriousness and Devotion, to see some others, it may be, too Irreverent and Careless;
And to a good and devout Soul, it will be a spur and incentive to the more Seriousness and Devotion, to see Some Others, it may be, too Irreverent and Careless;
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because such an one will naturally fall into this thought, that his Reverence and Seriousness may perhaps influence the other to be serious too, and may cure their Irreverence;
Because such an one will naturally fallen into this Thought, that his reverence and Seriousness may perhaps influence the other to be serious too, and may cure their Irreverence;
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as such a Soul will naturally desire, that all others were Devout and Reverent in the Worship of God.
as such a Soul will naturally desire, that all Others were Devout and Reverend in the Worship of God.
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Thus is it a help to the better performance of our Prayers to pray in Publick.
Thus is it a help to the better performance of our Prayers to pray in Public.
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2. It is also an help to the better success of our Prayers. This may be concluded from the former Argument;
2. It is also an help to the better success of our Prayers. This may be concluded from the former Argument;
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for as we do herein give God the greatest Honour, we may expect, that we shall also hereby receive from him the greatest Blessings.
for as we do herein give God the greatest Honour, we may expect, that we shall also hereby receive from him the greatest Blessings.
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Again, If this be an Advantage for the better performance of our Prayers, it must be so for the better success and acceptance of them;
Again, If this be an Advantage for the better performance of our Prayers, it must be so for the better success and acceptance of them;
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for we may justly suppose, that the better they are perform'd, the more they will succeed.
for we may justly suppose, that the better they Are performed, the more they will succeed.
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Again, the Psalmist teaches us this, when he says, God loves the Gates of Sion, more than all the dwellings of Jacob, Psal. 87.2. Intimating, that in the place of Publick Worship, when an Assembly of Saints meet, and pray to him together, he is chiefly wont to communicate his Favour and Blessings.
Again, the Psalmist Teaches us this, when he Says, God loves the Gates of Sion, more than all the dwellings of Jacob, Psalm 87.2. Intimating, that in the place of Public Worship, when an Assembly of Saints meet, and pray to him together, he is chiefly wont to communicate his Favour and Blessings.
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Let us consider to this purpose the Apostle Paul, whom we find often desiring to be remembred in the Publick Prayers of the Church, as in 2 Cor. 1.11. and elsewhere:
Let us Consider to this purpose the Apostle Paul, whom we find often desiring to be remembered in the Public Prayers of the Church, as in 2 Cor. 1.11. and elsewhere:
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But certainly, if any particular Person amongst us, might conceit, that his own Prayers offer'd up alone to God would prevail better with him,
But Certainly, if any particular Person among us, might conceit, that his own Prayers offered up alone to God would prevail better with him,
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as being more pure than those of a mingled Congregation, this great Apostle and Favourite of Heaven, might more reasonably have had such a thought.
as being more pure than those of a mingled Congregation, this great Apostle and Favourite of Heaven, might more reasonably have had such a Thought.
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And he certainly condemns the Pride of such an imagination, in that he thought the Common-Prayer of the Church more likely to succeed than his own private Prayer.
And he Certainly condemns the Pride of such an imagination, in that he Thought the Common prayer of the Church more likely to succeed than his own private Prayer.
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Besides, we are to reckon, that the inspired Apostle was directed by the Holy Ghost, to give us a Rule in his Example in this case:
Beside, we Are to reckon, that the inspired Apostle was directed by the Holy Ghost, to give us a Rule in his Exampl in this case:
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And we may justly believe, That God himself teaches us by the Apostle, that Common or Publick Prayer is most acceptable to him,
And we may justly believe, That God himself Teaches us by the Apostle, that Common or Public Prayer is most acceptable to him,
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and shall have ordinarily the greatest success.
and shall have ordinarily the greatest success.
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Let us consider lastly, Our Blessed Saviour's encouragement of Common-Prayer, in Mat. 18.19, 20. If two of you shall agree on Earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in Heaven.
Let us Consider lastly, Our Blessed Saviour's encouragement of Common prayer, in Mathew 18.19, 20. If two of you shall agree on Earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in Heaven.
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For where two or three are gathered together in my Name, there am I in the midst of them.
For where two or three Are gathered together in my Name, there am I in the midst of them.
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These things may justly make us highly value Publick Worship, be pleased when we hear the Summons to it,
These things may justly make us highly valve Public Worship, be pleased when we hear the Summons to it,
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and readily to use all the Opportunities we can of joyning in it. Now to God the Father, God the Son. &c.
and readily to use all the Opportunities we can of joining in it. Now to God the Father, God the Son. etc.
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We use Preaching as the appointed Means to work in us those Graces and Vertues of the Holy Spirit, which must be exercised in Praying and Living Well,
We use Preaching as the appointed Means to work in us those Graces and Virtues of the Holy Spirit, which must be exercised in Praying and Living Well,
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And we should consider, that Prayer is the end of Preaching.
And we should Consider, that Prayer is the end of Preaching.
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But when we place so much of Religion in Hearing the Word of God, we are apt to let the doing of his Will want its due.
But when we place so much of Religion in Hearing the Word of God, we Are apt to let the doing of his Will want its due.
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It is an Act of Homage and Worship, to afford an obedient attentive Hearing to the Declarations of the Divine Will.
It is an Act of Homage and Worship, to afford an obedient attentive Hearing to the Declarations of the Divine Will.
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and his Benefits bestow'd upon us.
and his Benefits bestowed upon us.
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for in the doing of these rightly, both the Preacher and the Hearers do acknowledge and celebrate the Infinite Perfections of God, his Sovereignty over us,
for in the doing of these rightly, both the Preacher and the Hearers do acknowledge and celebrate the Infinite Perfections of God, his Sovereignty over us,
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I doubt not, but Preaching and Hearing the Word of God, are Acts of Worship;
I doubt not, but Preaching and Hearing the Word of God, Are Acts of Worship;
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These are very great and very pernicious Disorders, and proceed from the advancing this Ordinance of Preaching above its due place.
These Are very great and very pernicious Disorders, and proceed from the advancing this Ordinance of Preaching above its due place.
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and when they are not invited to it with the hopes of a Sermon, and that perhaps, too, from some such Preacher, whom the Vogue has, right or wrong, celebrated and extoll'd.
and when they Are not invited to it with the hope's of a Sermon, and that perhaps, too, from Some such Preacher, whom the Vogue has, right or wrong, celebrated and extolled.
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yet there are still fewer that will come to the Publick Worship only for the sake of the appointed Prayers,
yet there Are still fewer that will come to the Public Worship only for the sake of the appointed Prayers,
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and that ought to appear there;
and that ought to appear there;
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And tho' there are but too few who will attend on the Publick Preaching, in proportion to the Numbers that might,
And though there Are but too few who will attend on the Public Preaching, in proportion to the Numbers that might,
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Many disdain the Publick Worship, when they say of it, There will be nothing but Prayers.
Many disdain the Public Worship, when they say of it, There will be nothing but Prayers.
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as to neglect the conveniency of Prayer, and make them inconvenient for the due performance of this.
as to neglect the conveniency of Prayer, and make them inconvenient for the due performance of this.
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than to any other part of the Worship, and so intirely to regard the conveniency of that,
than to any other part of the Worship, and so entirely to regard the conveniency of that,
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Yea, and they may be observ'd even to contrive their Place of Worship more with relation to the Preaching,
Yea, and they may be observed even to contrive their Place of Worship more with Relation to the Preaching,
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From whence many spend the greatest part of the time of Worship usually in this: And think, that the Prayers should be shortned, that the Sermon may be long:
From whence many spend the greatest part of the time of Worship usually in this: And think, that the Prayers should be shortened, that the Sermon may be long:
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It is by many thought, That Preaching and Hearing of Sermons, is to be the chief and the greatest part of Publick Worship:
It is by many Thought, That Preaching and Hearing of Sermons, is to be the chief and the greatest part of Public Worship:
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It is very necessary to insist upon this Particular, because of great Mistakes and Disorders among us, occasion'd by the want of considering this.
It is very necessary to insist upon this Particular, Because of great Mistakes and Disorders among us, occasioned by the want of considering this.
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than Preaching, and as what is the more eminent, and therefore ought ordinarily to be the greatest part of our business there.
than Preaching, and as what is the more eminent, and Therefore ought ordinarily to be the greatest part of our business there.
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But it is call'd an House of Prayer, as that which it is rather intended for,
But it is called an House of Prayer, as that which it is rather intended for,
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and represents the Messiah come, and his Sacrifice perform'd, as they represented it future, and to be perform'd:
and represents the Messiah come, and his Sacrifice performed, as they represented it future, and to be performed:
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nor an House of Sacrificing, tho' in the Christian Church the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, is a Rite which answers the Jewish Sacrifices,
nor an House of Sacrificing, though in the Christian Church the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, is a Rite which answers the Jewish Sacrifices,
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And the Place is not called an House of Preaching for the sake of that Ordinance there administred,
And the Place is not called an House of Preaching for the sake of that Ordinance there administered,
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because this is a main and chief part of it:
Because this is a main and chief part of it:
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This seems to be very manifestly intimated, in that the House of God, or the Place of Publick Worship, is call'd by this Name, An House of Prayer. This part of Publick Worship, is put for the whole,
This seems to be very manifestly intimated, in that the House of God, or the Place of Public Worship, is called by this Name, an House of Prayer. This part of Public Worship, is put for the Whole,
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understanding Prayer in the full latitude and extent of it.
understanding Prayer in the full latitude and extent of it.
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I proceed now to the Second Intimation in our Text, which I said is this, That the Publick Worship, which God requires, is chiefly and eminently to consist in Prayers to him;
I proceed now to the Second Intimation in our Text, which I said is this, That the Public Worship, which God requires, is chiefly and eminently to consist in Prayers to him;
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And tho' God be every where present, yet we shall certainly be most likely to meet with his Blessings and Favours there, where he has appointed us to expect them.
And though God be every where present, yet we shall Certainly be most likely to meet with his Blessings and Favours there, where he has appointed us to expect them.
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and when we may enjoy it, tho' a Man should follow his own humour, and spend that time in Private Prayer and Meditation.
and when we may enjoy it, though a Man should follow his own humour, and spend that time in Private Prayer and Meditation.
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And then it is a Sin to neglect the Publick Worship at the time appointed for it,
And then it is a since to neglect the Public Worship At the time appointed for it,
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Now, from all this, it plainly appears, That Publick Worship is still required by God:
Now, from all this, it plainly appears, That Public Worship is still required by God:
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The Phrase, to the end of the World, cannot, with any reason, be limited, to mean only to the end of that particular Age.
The Phrase, to the end of the World, cannot, with any reason, be limited, to mean only to the end of that particular Age.
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And then, surely, he requires, that the People do diligently attend upon them.
And then, surely, he requires, that the People do diligently attend upon them.
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if it were altogether as well for People to worship God in private? And it appears he design'd this Order of Men should continue to the end of the World, in that he has promised to be with them so long in the Exercise of their Office, Matth. 28.26. Which we must reckon means, He would bless their Administrations to the advantage of those who shall diligently and seriously attend upon them:
if it were altogether as well for People to worship God in private? And it appears he designed this Order of Men should continue to the end of the World, in that he has promised to be with them so long in the Exercise of their Office, Matthew 28.26. Which we must reckon means, He would bless their Administrations to the advantage of those who shall diligently and seriously attend upon them:
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What use could there be of such an Order of Publick Ministers, if Publick Worship were not intended to be still paid to God in the World? And what need were there of these,
What use could there be of such an Order of Public Ministers, if Public Worship were not intended to be still paid to God in the World? And what need were there of these,
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5930
this does evidently shew, that he requires the continuance of Publick Worship in the Christian Church.
this does evidently show, that he requires the Continuance of Public Worship in the Christian Church.
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to offer up Prayers for them, and administer the other Sacrament, and to bless them in his Name;
to offer up Prayers for them, and administer the other Sacrament, and to bless them in his Name;
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to instruct and teach them, so admitted, his Saving Religion;
to instruct and teach them, so admitted, his Saving Religion;
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Further, In that our Lord has instituted an Order of Men in his Church, to admit People into the Rank of his Disciples by Baptism;
Further, In that our Lord has instituted an Order of Men in his Church, to admit People into the Rank of his Disciples by Baptism;
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as it seems some did, these religious Christian Assemblies, ( Heb. 10.25.)
as it seems Some did, these religious Christian Assemblies, (Hebrew 10.25.)
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And we may find the Apostle Paul, who was inspired and directed by the Holy Ghost for the discharge of his Office, charging the Jewish Converts not to forsake,
And we may find the Apostle Paul, who was inspired and directed by the Holy Ghost for the discharge of his Office, charging the Jewish Converts not to forsake,
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5924
and taught the Converts to Christianity diligently to attend upon them.
and taught the Converts to Christianity diligently to attend upon them.
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and who did certainly learn from him the Will of God in this particular, they set up Assemblies for Christian Worship,
and who did Certainly Learn from him the Will of God in this particular, they Set up Assemblies for Christian Worship,
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(80) sermon_proper (DIV2)
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Thus we see, the Apostles, who were conversant with our Lord while he liv'd on Earth,
Thus we see, the Apostles, who were conversant with our Lord while he lived on Earth,
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than their diligent attendance upon the Apostles Preaching the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, and their Common Prayers.
than their diligent attendance upon the Apostles Preaching the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, and their Common Prayers.
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and Fellowship, and in breaking of Bread, and in Prayers, (Acts 2.42.) Which can mean no less,
and Fellowship, and in breaking of Bred, and in Prayers, (Acts 2.42.) Which can mean no less,
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5919
Further, we may observe it said, of the first Converts to Christianity, That they continued stedfastly in the Apostles Doctrine,
Further, we may observe it said, of the First Converts to Christianity, That they continued steadfastly in the Apostles Doctrine,
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5918
and instituted the Sacrament of his Supper.
and instituted the Sacrament of his Supper.
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5917
and, many learned Men think, it was that very Room in which our Lord celebrated his last Passover,
and, many learned Men think, it was that very Room in which our Lord celebrated his last Passover,
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5916
and constantly used for these Assemblies;
and constantly used for these Assemblies;
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5915
And tho this was done in some Private House, as the 13th Verse intimates, where 'tis said they assembled in an upper Room; yet we may justly believe this Room was set apart,
And though this was done in Some Private House, as the 13th Verse intimates, where it's said they assembled in an upper Room; yet we may justly believe this Room was Set apart,
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and made up a religious Assembly for Prayer and Supplication, ( Acts 1.13, 14.) The Number of these together were about an hundred and twenty, (Verse 15.) And by the Expression used in the 14th Verse, which says, They continued with one accord in this practice, we must needs understand is meant, That they from thence-forth set up a course of holding Religious Assemblies for the performance of Publick Christian Worship.
and made up a religious Assembly for Prayer and Supplication, (Acts 1.13, 14.) The Number of these together were about an hundred and twenty, (Verse 15.) And by the Expression used in the 14th Verse, which Says, They continued with one accord in this practice, we must needs understand is meant, That they from thenceforth Set up a course of holding Religious Assemblies for the performance of Public Christian Worship.
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Those who had been led out from Jerusalem by our Saviour to be eye-witnesses of his ascension into Heaven, return'd immediately when he was gone,
Those who had been led out from Jerusalem by our Saviour to be Eyewitnesses of his Ascension into Heaven, returned immediately when he was gone,
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We may justly conclude this from hence, That the Apostles and the first Converts to Christianity, did so duly assemble for the Worship of God.
We may justly conclude this from hence, That the Apostles and the First Converts to Christianity, did so duly assemble for the Worship of God.
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And this leads me to mention another Evidence, That Publick Worship is requir'd of the Christian Church:
And this leads me to mention Another Evidence, That Public Worship is required of the Christian Church:
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Which is a very plain intimation, that they met together in a Publick Assembly to partake of this Sacrament.
Which is a very plain intimation, that they met together in a Public Assembly to partake of this Sacrament.
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for we are all partakers of that one Bread:
for we Are all partakers of that one Bred:
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as into one Body, (Verse 17.) We being many, (says he) are one Bread, and one Body,
as into one Body, (Verse 17.) We being many, (Says he) Are one Bred, and one Body,
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And in the participating of this Sacrament, he says, many Persons are united to one another,
And in the participating of this Sacrament, he Says, many Persons Are united to one Another,
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Which was a Custom used not only by the Gentiles, but also by the Jews, and these used it by the appointment of God himself.
Which was a Custom used not only by the Gentiles, but also by the jews, and these used it by the appointment of God himself.
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From the Context of these words we may observe, That he accounts this Sacrament a Rite of the same nature with those Publick Feasts which were wont to be held in Temples, in honour of the Gods which they worshipped there:
From the Context of these words we may observe, That he accounts this Sacrament a Rite of the same nature with those Public Feasts which were wont to be held in Temples, in honour of the God's which they worshipped there:
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as well as it requires Publick Worship.
as well as it requires Public Worship.
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and condemns the allowance of the Church of Rome, that the Priest may receive it alone,
and condemns the allowance of the Church of Rome, that the Priest may receive it alone,
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The Apostle, speaking of this Ordinance, calls it, (1 Cor. 10.6.) A Communion of the Body and Blood of Christ, which certainly supposes several persons met together to partake of it;
The Apostle, speaking of this Ordinance, calls it, (1 Cor. 10.6.) A Communion of the Body and Blood of christ, which Certainly supposes several Persons met together to partake of it;
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But this must be done in a common place for Worship, and by a Company assembled for that purpose.
But this must be done in a Common place for Worship, and by a Company assembled for that purpose.
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In this we are commanded to shew the Lord's Death till he comes: The word means, to declare it, or to make publick and solemn Commemorations of it.
In this we Are commanded to show the Lord's Death till he comes: The word means, to declare it, or to make public and solemn Commemorations of it.
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Again, Without doubt, the Institution and Nature of the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, does plainly evidence, that Publick Worship is requir'd of the Christian Church.
Again, Without doubt, the Institution and Nature of the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, does plainly evidence, that Public Worship is required of the Christian Church.
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and in such a way as they were wont to acknowledge God; and therefore we must do this by Publick Worship.
and in such a Way as they were wont to acknowledge God; and Therefore we must do this by Public Worship.
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when we are commanded to do this before Men, that we should do it in a manner visible to them,
when we Are commanded to do this before Men, that we should do it in a manner visible to them,
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and therefore, if we do truly acknowledge the one God, and one Mediator, it must needs be meant,
and Therefore, if we do truly acknowledge the one God, and one Mediator, it must needs be meant,
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It was in this way that the Heathens acknowledg'd their false Gods and false Mediators,
It was in this Way that the heathens acknowledged their false God's and false Mediators,
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That we do publickly and notoriously pay him the Homage of our Lord and Sovereign Ruler and Mediator, in giving him such Worship.
That we do publicly and notoriously pay him the Homage of our Lord and Sovereign Ruler and Mediator, in giving him such Worship.
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Now this publick owning of Christ, and professing of his Religion, must needs include and require the Publick Worship of him:
Now this public owning of christ, and professing of his Religion, must needs include and require the Public Worship of him:
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And he threatens, if we will not do so, in the 33d Verse, That he himself will disown us before his Father, which is in Heaven:
And he threatens, if we will not do so, in the 33d Verse, That he himself will disown us before his Father, which is in Heaven:
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Our blessed Saviour requires, That we publickly profess his Religion, and own him to the view of the World, Matth. 10.32.
Our blessed Saviour requires, That we publicly profess his Religion, and own him to the view of the World, Matthew 10.32.
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To prove, then, That God requires of us the Homage of Publick Worship, I shall desire these things following may be well observ'd.
To prove, then, That God requires of us the Homage of Public Worship, I shall desire these things following may be well observed.
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Against this mischievous Error, chiefly, will this Discourse be directed.
Against this mischievous Error, chiefly, will this Discourse be directed.
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whether we pray in Publick, or in Private; and that a good Man shall be accepted where-ever he prays.
whither we pray in Public, or in Private; and that a good Man shall be accepted wherever he prays.
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and that because God is every where present, and the Apostle says, I will, that every where Men lift up Holy Hands (in Praver) without Wrath or Doubting. Therefore 'tis a matter very indifferent,
and that Because God is every where present, and the Apostle Says, I will, that every where Men lift up Holy Hands (in Prayer) without Wrath or Doubting. Therefore it's a matter very indifferent,
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Some despise it out of Prophaneness, and some neglect it from Mistake and ill Principles. They fancy they can worship God at Home, as acceptably as at Church;
some despise it out of Profaneness, and Some neglect it from Mistake and ill Principles. They fancy they can worship God At Home, as acceptably as At Church;
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because our times have lost, in a great measure, the due reverence and esteem for Publick Worship.
Because our times have lost, in a great measure, the due Reverence and esteem for Public Worship.
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It is requisite, that I confirm this Intimation from the Text, by some other Proofs from Holy Scripture;
It is requisite, that I confirm this Intimation from the Text, by Some other Proofs from Holy Scripture;
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God still requires, that Companies of People do joyn together in his Worship.
God still requires, that Companies of People do join together in his Worship.
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when that of the Jews should be at an end. That, as they perform'd Publick Worship to God, the Christians should do so likewise:
when that of the jews should be At an end. That, as they performed Public Worship to God, the Christians should do so likewise:
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and in this, both he and our blessed Saviour do intimate, the continuance of Publick Worship,
and in this, both he and our blessed Saviour do intimate, the Continuance of Public Worship,
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He foretells, and our Saviour allows, that others, besides the Jews, should have Places dedicated to the Worship of God;
He foretells, and our Saviour allows, that Others, beside the jews, should have Places dedicated to the Worship of God;
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For a Common House for Worship, supposes Publick or Common Worship.
For a Common House for Worship, supposes Public or Common Worship.
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This the Prophet foretells would be paid to God by all Nations in the times of the Christian Church:
This the Prophet foretells would be paid to God by all nations in the times of the Christian Church:
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In the first place, it is evidently intimated herein, That God does expect of all Nations, who acknowledge him, the Homage of an Open or Publick Worship.
In the First place, it is evidently intimated herein, That God does expect of all nations, who acknowledge him, the Homage of an Open or Public Worship.
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I desire I may speak to these in order what shall be necessary.
I desire I may speak to these in order what shall be necessary.
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We may therefore easily learn from the words these two things: 1. That God requires of all People, who acknowledge him, the Homage of an Open and Publick Worship. 2. That the Publick Worship of God is chiefly and eminently to consist of Prayer to him, understanding Prayer in the full latitude and extent of it.
We may Therefore Easily Learn from the words these two things: 1. That God requires of all People, who acknowledge him, the Homage of an Open and Public Worship. 2. That the Public Worship of God is chiefly and eminently to consist of Prayer to him, understanding Prayer in the full latitude and extent of it.
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and requires the appropriating them to that use.
and requires the appropriating them to that use.
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It is evident, by our Saviour's applying this Name to a Place of Worship, which was used by those who did not conform themselves to the Jewish Ceremonies, That he allows the Erecting of Places for the Worship of God, besides the Jewish Temple,
It is evident, by our Saviour's applying this Name to a Place of Worship, which was used by those who did not conform themselves to the Jewish Ceremonies, That he allows the Erecting of Places for the Worship of God, beside the Jewish Temple,
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I begin with the first of these, To shew what this Phrase or Name of an House of Prayer does imply and suggest to us.
I begin with the First of these, To show what this Phrase or Name of an House of Prayer does imply and suggest to us.
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2. I shall urge and perswade to a due Compliance with it.
2. I shall urge and persuade to a due Compliance with it.
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1. I shall enquire and shew, What the Phrase or Name of an House of Prayer does imply and suggest to us.
1. I shall inquire and show, What the Phrase or Name of an House of Prayer does imply and suggest to us.
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Having thus shewn the Import of the Words from their Connexion, I shall now propose the Method in which I intend to insist upon them, which is this:
Having thus shown the Import of the Words from their Connexion, I shall now propose the Method in which I intend to insist upon them, which is this:
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to make no distinction between Common and Holy Places; or to turn a Church into a Stable, or a Market-place.
to make no distinction between Common and Holy Places; or to turn a Church into a Stable, or a Marketplace.
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And it is in the sight of God a great Sin, to make use of such a Place for the transacting of Worldly Affairs in it;
And it is in the sighed of God a great since, to make use of such a Place for the transacting of Worldly Affairs in it;
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That when a Place is design'd and dedicated to the Worship of God, it ought to be appropriated to Religious Worship:
That when a Place is designed and dedicated to the Worship of God, it ought to be appropriated to Religious Worship:
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and to perform their Ceremonious and Typical Worship:
and to perform their Ceremonious and Typical Worship:
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That it is agreeable to the Will of God, that other Places be dedicated and devoted to his Worship, besides that in which the Jews were to offer their Sacrifices,
That it is agreeable to the Will of God, that other Places be dedicated and devoted to his Worship, beside that in which the jews were to offer their Sacrifices,
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tho' it be not the Jewish Temple, may be called and accounted the House of God:
though it be not the Jewish Temple, may be called and accounted the House of God:
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And by these things he evidently instructs us, That a Place dedicated and design'd for the Worship of God,
And by these things he evidently instructs us, That a Place dedicated and designed for the Worship of God,
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But our blessed Saviour condemns this practice from that place of Scripture, and more than once he drove the buyers and sellers out from hence.
But our blessed Saviour condemns this practice from that place of Scripture, and more than once he drove the buyers and sellers out from hence.
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And therefore they permitted a Market to be held here, for the furnishing People with such things as they used in their Offerings within the Temple.
And Therefore they permitted a Market to be held Here, for the furnishing People with such things as they used in their Offerings within the Temple.
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This place the Jews accounted to be without the Temple, and not to be an Holy Place:
This place the jews accounted to be without the Temple, and not to be an Holy Place:
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For the right understanding of our Saviour's action, and the reason given for it, and that we may from thence learn the Instruction afforded us, we must take notice, that the place where these Traders were, was that Court adjoining to the Temple, in which the Gentiles, who had left their Idolatry, perform'd their Worship of the true God.
For the right understanding of our Saviour's actium, and the reason given for it, and that we may from thence Learn the Instruction afforded us, we must take notice, that the place where these Traders were, was that Court adjoining to the Temple, in which the Gentiles, who had left their Idolatry, performed their Worship of the true God.
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In the words of our Text, he justifies himself to the Jews in what he had done, by a Passage of Holy Scripture, taken from Isa. 56.7. for there it is written, Mine House shall be called an House of Prayer for all People, as that which God spoke by his Prophet.
In the words of our Text, he Justifies himself to the jews in what he had done, by a Passage of Holy Scripture, taken from Isaiah 56.7. for there it is written, Mine House shall be called an House of Prayer for all People, as that which God spoke by his Prophet.
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and the Seats of them that sold Doves.
and the Seats of them that sold Dove.
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and cast out all them that sold and bought in the Temple, and overthrew the Tables of the Mony-changers,
and cast out all them that sold and bought in the Temple, and overthrew the Tables of the Money-changers,
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WE are told in the Verse before this, That Jesus went into the Temple of God,
WE Are told in the Verse before this, That jesus went into the Temple of God,
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Matth. 21.13. It is written, My House shall be call'd the House of Prayer.
Matthew 21.13. It is written, My House shall be called the House of Prayer.
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as we may say, out of their astonishment, and said, Ye Men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into Heaven? This same Jesus who is taken up from you into Heaven, shall come again in like manner as ye have seen him go into Heaven, (Acts 1.10, 11.) Thus these Angels testified together with the intimation of their Sences, that Jesus was Ascended into Heaven.
as we may say, out of their astonishment, and said, You Men of Galilee, why stand you gazing up into Heaven? This same jesus who is taken up from you into Heaven, shall come again in like manner as you have seen him go into Heaven, (Acts 1.10, 11.) Thus these Angels testified together with the intimation of their Senses, that jesus was Ascended into Heaven.
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Mark 16.19. So then, after the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into Heaven,
Mark 16.19. So then, After the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into Heaven,
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and sat down on the right hand of God.
and sat down on the right hand of God.
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IT is without doubt, that a great part of the Happiness of Heaven, will lie in the Devout Contemplation,
IT is without doubt, that a great part of the Happiness of Heaven, will lie in the Devout Contemplation,
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and Praise of the Infinitely Glorious God, and his Wonderful Works:
and Praise of the Infinitely Glorious God, and his Wondered Works:
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And among his Works, that, which 'tis likely will afford us the greatest delight, and him the greatest Praise, will be his most kind Redemption and Salvation of Mankind by Jesus Christ.
And among his Works, that, which it's likely will afford us the greatest delight, and him the greatest Praise, will be his most kind Redemption and Salvation of Mankind by jesus christ.
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And then it is some measure of Heaven here, to be thus employ'd now;
And then it is Some measure of Heaven Here, to be thus employed now;
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and to have devout Affections raised in us, by the serious Contemplation of the several steps and advances of this great Affair;
and to have devout Affections raised in us, by the serious Contemplation of the several steps and advances of this great Affair;
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and this, like a lower degree of the same thing, will be a sure way towards the higher Degrees, and the Perfection of it.
and this, like a lower degree of the same thing, will be a sure Way towards the higher Degrees, and the Perfection of it.
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To require and command this practice, then, is but to impose Happiness upon us;
To require and command this practice, then, is but to impose Happiness upon us;
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to require us to acquaint our selves with some degrees of Heaven now, and to be in the way to more.
to require us to acquaint our selves with Some Degrees of Heaven now, and to be in the Way to more.
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The Holy Church has consulted our Interest and Advantage in directing a solemn and deliberate Meditation, on what the loving Jesus has done for our Salvation, at some particular and fixed times.
The Holy Church has consulted our Interest and Advantage in directing a solemn and deliberate Meditation, on what the loving jesus has done for our Salvation, At Some particular and fixed times.
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Other Necessities, and other Duties will hinder us, that we cannot at all times so do this;
Other Necessities, and other Duties will hinder us, that we cannot At all times so do this;
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and yet it will require such a Meditation on these things, to give them their due influence upon us,
and yet it will require such a Meditation on these things, to give them their due influence upon us,
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and to give us a true relish of the Pleasures which they afford.
and to give us a true relish of the Pleasures which they afford.
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And if we do not set our selves with very solemn application and care at such set times to Meditate on them, it will be likely to happen to us,
And if we do not Set our selves with very solemn application and care At such Set times to Meditate on them, it will be likely to happen to us,
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as it too commonly does to those who slight this Practice, that under pretence of more frequent meditating on these things, we shall never do it seriously at all;
as it too commonly does to those who slight this Practice, that under pretence of more frequent meditating on these things, we shall never do it seriously At all;
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and instead of being, sensible always of and affected with them, we shall never be duly so.
and instead of being, sensible always of and affected with them, we shall never be duly so.
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We have good reason, to render such a sort of Impositions, to be no Impositions at all, by chusing the things imposed our selves,
We have good reason, to render such a sort of Impositions, to be no Impositions At all, by choosing the things imposed our selves,
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and by a ready compliance with the Commands of the Church.
and by a ready compliance with the Commands of the Church.
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At this Season we are invited to a Solemn and Religious Commemoration of our Lord's Ascension into Heaven,
At this Season we Are invited to a Solemn and Religious Commemoration of our Lord's Ascension into Heaven,
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and his sitting down at the Right Hand of God.
and his sitting down At the Right Hand of God.
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To promote which, I shall at present insist upon this Subject, and in the following Method.
To promote which, I shall At present insist upon this Subject, and in the following Method.
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1. I shall endeavour to explain, as far as the Holy Scripture allows it, this Article of our Lord's Ascension.
1. I shall endeavour to explain, as Far as the Holy Scripture allows it, this Article of our Lord's Ascension.
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2. I shall make it appear, That the promised Messiah, was, according to the Prophecies concerning him, to ascend into Heaven.
2. I shall make it appear, That the promised Messiah, was, according to the Prophecies Concerning him, to ascend into Heaven.
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3. I judge it proper, to produce briefly the Account and Proof which the Scriptures of the New Testament give us of the Ascension of Jesus,
3. I judge it proper, to produce briefly the Account and Proof which the Scriptures of the New Testament give us of the Ascension of jesus,
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and his Sitting at the Right Hand of God. 4. I shall apply the Discourse to its proper Use and Improvement.
and his Sitting At the Right Hand of God. 4. I shall apply the Discourse to its proper Use and Improvement.
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It will be convenient, in the first place, to explain and state this Article, as far as we may.
It will be convenient, in the First place, to explain and state this Article, as Far as we may.
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In order to which, I must give an Account of these following Matters. 1. Who it was that the Text says did ascend into Heaven. 2. What is meant by this, That he was received up into Heaven.
In order to which, I must give an Account of these following Matters. 1. Who it was that the Text Says did ascend into Heaven. 2. What is meant by this, That he was received up into Heaven.
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3. What by this, That he sate down on the Right Hand of God. 4. What are the Reasons and Ends of this his Ascension into Heaven.
3. What by this, That he sat down on the Right Hand of God. 4. What Are the Reasons and Ends of this his Ascension into Heaven.
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1. We must endeavour rightly to understand who it was that ascended into Heaven. The Text says, The Lord, when he had spoken to those about him, did so;
1. We must endeavour rightly to understand who it was that ascended into Heaven. The Text Says, The Lord, when he had spoken to those about him, did so;
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that is, the Son of God, the Second Person in the glorious Trinity.
that is, the Son of God, the Second Person in the glorious Trinity.
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He ascended, that first descended, as the Apostle speaks, ( Eph. 4.10.) and that was the Son of God.
He ascended, that First descended, as the Apostle speaks, (Ephesians 4.10.) and that was the Son of God.
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He begun his descent, when the Word was made Flesh; when he took upon him the Form of a Servant;
He begun his descent, when the Word was made Flesh; when he took upon him the From of a Servant;
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being made under the Law: He carried it on further, when he suffer'd Death upon the Cross;
being made under the Law: He carried it on further, when he suffered Death upon the Cross;
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and finish'd that, when he was buried and descended into Hell. He begun his ascent, when he rose from the dead;
and finished that, when he was buried and descended into Hell. He begun his ascent, when he rose from the dead;
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carried this on further, when he ascended into Heaven; and compleated it, when he sate down at the Right Hand of God;
carried this on further, when he ascended into Heaven; and completed it, when he sat down At the Right Hand of God;
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advancing in this his Humane Nature to the Dignity and Glory of his Divine Person,
advancing in this his Humane Nature to the Dignity and Glory of his Divine Person,
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as he had humbled and brought down the Divine Person before to the meanness and subjection of his Humane Nature.
as he had humbled and brought down the Divine Person before to the meanness and subjection of his Humane Nature.
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The Son of God was at the Right Hand of God in all the Dignity and Glory which this signifies before his Incarnation:
The Son of God was At the Right Hand of God in all the Dignity and Glory which this signifies before his Incarnation:
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In taking to himself the Humane Nature, he did in a manner leave that glorious station for a while,
In taking to himself the Humane Nature, he did in a manner leave that glorious station for a while,
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but was now exalted and restor'd to it again. He himself speaks thus of this matter, he says, John 16.28. I came forth from the Father, and am come into the World;
but was now exalted and restored to it again. He himself speaks thus of this matter, he Says, John 16.28. I Come forth from the Father, and am come into the World;
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again, I leave the World, and go to the Father. He says to the Father, John 17.4, 5. I have glorified thee on Earth;
again, I leave the World, and go to the Father. He Says to the Father, John 17.4, 5. I have glorified thee on Earth;
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I have finish'd the Work which thou gavest me to do:
I have finished the Work which thou Gavest me to do:
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And now, O Father, glorifie thou me with the glory which I had with thee before the World was.
And now, Oh Father, Glorify thou me with the glory which I had with thee before the World was.
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He says to his Disciples, What and if ye shall see the Son of Man ascend up where he was before? John 6.62.
He Says to his Disciples, What and if you shall see the Son of Man ascend up where he was before? John 6.62.
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All which Expressions plainly signifie, that he was not in Heaven while he was on Earth,
All which Expressions plainly signify, that he was not in Heaven while he was on Earth,
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so as he was before he came to dwell on Earth, and as he was going to be again upon his ascension thither.
so as he was before he Come to dwell on Earth, and as he was going to be again upon his Ascension thither.
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'Tis true, he says, John 3.13. of himself, that the Son of Man was in Heaven even while he was on Earth;
It's true, he Says, John 3.13. of himself, that the Son of Man was in Heaven even while he was on Earth;
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but this must be understood in a different respect: In his Divine Nature he is always in Heaven, because he is every where:
but this must be understood in a different respect: In his Divine Nature he is always in Heaven, Because he is every where:
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But the Person of the Son of God, did, for a while, in a peculiar manner make his abode on Earth with the Nature and in the Quality of a Man. He that was superior to the Law,
But the Person of the Son of God, did, for a while, in a peculiar manner make his Abided on Earth with the Nature and in the Quality of a Man. He that was superior to the Law,
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and made it, became subject to it. But at length, ascending again, he carried also his Humane Nature, which he assum'd here;
and made it, became Subject to it. But At length, ascending again, he carried also his Humane Nature, which he assumed Here;
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and exalted that to the Dignity and Glory which belongs to him, as Son of God at the Right Hand of God.
and exalted that to the Dignity and Glory which belongs to him, as Son of God At the Right Hand of God.
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To this purpose, one of the Ancients speaks of this matter, (to name no more) Angelici Spiritus (says he) delectantur in eo, Quod Forma servi sit reversa in Formam Dei:
To this purpose, one of the Ancients speaks of this matter, (to name no more) Angelici Spiritus (Says he) delectantur in eo, Quod Forma servi sit reversa in Formam Dei:
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Et Exinanitio Humilitatis ad depositae Altitudinis redierit Majestatem. (Tract. de Resurrect. Ch. inter op.
Et Exinanitio Humilitatis ad depositae Altitudinis redierit Majestatem. (Tract. de Resurrect. Christ inter open.
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Cypr.) And a very learned Man of our own time says, with relation to the word NONLATINALPHABET, in Phil. 2.7. Nor does the Son of God save me, but by emptying himself in a manner for a while of his first glory in Heaven. (Brevint Christ. sacr.
Cyprus) And a very learned Man of our own time Says, with Relation to the word, in Philip 2.7. Nor does the Son of God save me, but by emptying himself in a manner for a while of his First glory in Heaven. (Brevint christ. Sacred.
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p. 24.) We must thus speak of this Matter, and say, The Person of the Son of God descended and ascended;
p. 24.) We must thus speak of this Matter, and say, The Person of the Son of God descended and ascended;
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because we must not confound the Person and the Divine Nature, as is too frequently done;
Because we must not confound the Person and the Divine Nature, as is too frequently done;
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and from thence occasion is given to others, to start into the contrary extream, and, denying the Deity of Jesus Christ, to confound the Person and the Humane Nature.
and from thence occasion is given to Others, to start into the contrary extreme, and, denying the Deity of jesus christ, to confound the Person and the Humane Nature.
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This, then, is he that ascended even the Second Person of the Trinity, the Son of God.
This, then, is he that ascended even the Second Person of the Trinity, the Son of God.
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2. Let us now observe, what is meant by this in the Text, He was received up into Heaven.
2. Let us now observe, what is meant by this in the Text, He was received up into Heaven.
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By Heaven, is here meant, the Place beyond all that is visible to us of this World.
By Heaven, is Here meant, the Place beyond all that is visible to us of this World.
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For 'tis the import of that Scripture, ( Heb. 4.14. ( Pearson on the Creed) that he is pass'd through the Heavens;
For it's the import of that Scripture, (Hebrew 4.14. (Pearson on the Creed) that he is passed through the Heavens;
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that is, through the visible Heavens, which contain all the Stars.
that is, through the visible Heavens, which contain all the Stars.
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He is ascended, and has carried the Human Nature into that place where the Angels chiefly reside,
He is ascended, and has carried the Human Nature into that place where the Angels chiefly reside,
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if they have all one dwelling place:
if they have all one Dwelling place:
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Or where the highest and brightest Order of them dwells, if there be several and different Habitations for them;
Or where the highest and Brightest Order of them dwells, if there be several and different Habitations for them;
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where the glory and majesty of the great God makes the greatest discoveries of himself;
where the glory and majesty of the great God makes the greatest discoveries of himself;
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and where, from the largest and most bountiful Communications of the Divine Fulness, there is the greatest Bliss and Happiness enjoy'd.
and where, from the Largest and most bountiful Communications of the Divine Fullness, there is the greatest Bliss and Happiness enjoyed.
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3. It is said in the Text, He sate down on the Right Hand of God:
3. It is said in the Text, He sat down on the Right Hand of God:
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Which we must understand is spoken after the manner of Men, and in allusion to what is customary among us.
Which we must understand is spoken After the manner of Men, and in allusion to what is customary among us.
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And, as among Men, the Right Hand is the chief Instrument of Action, and so is reckon'd the chief Seat of Active Power:
And, as among Men, the Right Hand is the chief Instrument of Actium, and so is reckoned the chief Seat of Active Power:
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and the Right Hand is the place we give to those whom we honour;
and the Right Hand is the place we give to those whom we honour;
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so, when it is said, Jesus Christ is sat down at the Right Hand of God, this means, he is exalted to the highest Dignity and Authority;
so, when it is said, jesus christ is sat down At the Right Hand of God, this means, he is exalted to the highest Dignity and authority;
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he is instated in an universal Dominion over all things; and he has the disposal of all the Exercises of Almighty Power.
he is instated in an universal Dominion over all things; and he has the disposal of all the Exercises of Almighty Power.
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And the Holy Scripture so speaks of this matter, as to give us ground thus to interpret this Expression:
And the Holy Scripture so speaks of this matter, as to give us ground thus to interpret this Expression:
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For he says of himself ( Matth. 26.64.) to the chief Priests, That they should hereafter see him sitting on the Right Hand of Power;
For he Says of himself (Matthew 26.64.) to the chief Priests, That they should hereafter see him sitting on the Right Hand of Power;
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that is, exercising the Divine Omnipotency; perhaps he means in raising of the dead.
that is, exercising the Divine Omnipotency; perhaps he means in raising of the dead.
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And the Apostle says of him, God raised him from the dead, and set him at his own Right Hand, far above all Principality,
And the Apostle Says of him, God raised him from the dead, and Set him At his own Right Hand, Far above all Principality,
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and Power, and Might, and Dominion, and every Name that is named;
and Power, and Might, and Dominion, and every Name that is nam;
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not only in this World, but also in that to come, and hath put all things under his Feet, Ephes. 1.20, 21, 22. That is, he hath exalted his Authority above every other Authority and Dignity, whether in Heaven or Earth.
not only in this World, but also in that to come, and hath put all things under his Feet, Ephesians 1.20, 21, 22. That is, he hath exalted his authority above every other authority and Dignity, whither in Heaven or Earth.
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4. For further Explication of this Article of our Faith, I must produce what account the Holy Scripture gives us of the Reasons and Ends of this our Lord's Ascension into Heaven.
4. For further Explication of this Article of our Faith, I must produce what account the Holy Scripture gives us of the Reasons and Ends of this our Lord's Ascension into Heaven.
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It may be said, It was due to the Son of God to sit at the Right Hand of God, in all the Glory, Dignity, and Power, which that implies;
It may be said, It was due to the Son of God to fit At the Right Hand of God, in all the Glory, Dignity, and Power, which that Implies;
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and when he return'd to that, he was but restor'd to his natural eternal Right, as Son of God;
and when he returned to that, he was but restored to his natural Eternal Right, as Son of God;
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from which he had, for a while, receded for the Glory of the Father, and out of Love to Men.
from which he had, for a while, receded for the Glory of the Father, and out of Love to Men.
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Therefore is this remarkably call'd, His Glory, which he is entered into upon his ascension into Heaven, Luke 24.26.
Therefore is this remarkably called, His Glory, which he is entered into upon his Ascension into Heaven, Lycia 24.26.
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But yet even his ascension into Heaven, and sitting down at the Right Hand of God,
But yet even his Ascension into Heaven, and sitting down At the Right Hand of God,
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as well as his coming down from thence, was design'd, and does turn to our benefit and advantage;
as well as his coming down from thence, was designed, and does turn to our benefit and advantage;
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this was done for our sakes, as well as for his own;
this was done for our sakes, as well as for his own;
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he rose from the dead, for our justification, because as he died in the quality of a Mediator,
he rose from the dead, for our justification, Because as he died in the quality of a Mediator,
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so he rose again in the same quality, and in the same he ascended up into Heaven,
so he rose again in the same quality, and in the same he ascended up into Heaven,
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and sat down at the Right Hand of God. The Apostle therefore says, Ephes. 4.10. He is ascended up far above all Heavens, that he might fill all things.
and sat down At the Right Hand of God. The Apostle Therefore Says, Ephesians 4.10. He is ascended up Far above all Heavens, that he might fill all things.
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It might have been said fulfil; and so the Text may, according to other Scriptures, be reckon'd to mean:
It might have been said fulfil; and so the Text may, according to other Scriptures, be reckoned to mean:
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He ascended, that he might perfectly accomplish and compleat the Work of our Salvation, and effectually bring many Sons to glory.
He ascended, that he might perfectly accomplish and complete the Work of our Salvation, and effectually bring many Sons to glory.
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How this Ascension and Glorification of Jesus has an Efficacy towards this, the Scripture teaches us, in the following Particulars.
How this Ascension and Glorification of jesus has an Efficacy towards this, the Scripture Teaches us, in the following Particulars.
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1. He is ascended into Heaven, to intercede with God the Father for us; and obtain, by his Prayer, all that Favour which is necessary to our Eternal Happiness.
1. He is ascended into Heaven, to intercede with God the Father for us; and obtain, by his Prayer, all that Favour which is necessary to our Eternal Happiness.
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It is therefore said, ( Heb. 9.24.) He is entred into Heaven it self, now to appear in the presence of God for us.
It is Therefore said, (Hebrew 9.24.) He is entered into Heaven it self, now to appear in the presence of God for us.
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And, ( Heb. 7.25.) He ever liveth to make intercession for us.
And, (Hebrew 7.25.) He ever lives to make Intercession for us.
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There were two parts of the High-Priests Office under the Jewish Dispensation, design'd to represent the kind Offices of our Mediator:
There were two parts of the High priests Office under the Jewish Dispensation, designed to represent the kind Offices of our Mediator:
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The first was, To make Sacrifice or Oblation for the People:
The First was, To make Sacrifice or Oblation for the People:
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The second was, To Pray or Intercede for the Favour of God, by vertue and through the merit of the Sacrifice.
The second was, To Pray or Intercede for the Favour of God, by virtue and through the merit of the Sacrifice.
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And the Holy Scripture ascribes both these to Jesus, the Christ:
And the Holy Scripture ascribes both these to jesus, the christ:
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Of the Messiah, the Prophet, foretells, he should bear the Sin of many, which is the Scripture-phrase for suffering for Sin; this expresses his sacrificing:
Of the Messiah, the Prophet, foretells, he should bear the since of many, which is the Scripture phrase for suffering for since; this Expresses his sacrificing:
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That he would make himself the Great Propitiatory Sacrifice; and then the Prophet adds also, He shall make Intercession for the Transgressors, Isa. 53.12.
That he would make himself the Great Propitiatory Sacrifice; and then the Prophet adds also, He shall make Intercession for the Transgressors, Isaiah 53.12.
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And the Apostle ascribes these things to Jesus, 1 John 2.1, 2. where he says, If any Man sin, we have an Advocate with the Father Jesus Christ the righteous,
And the Apostle ascribes these things to jesus, 1 John 2.1, 2. where he Says, If any Man since, we have an Advocate with the Father jesus christ the righteous,
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and he is the Propitiation for our Sin.
and he is the Propitiation for our Sin.
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He intercedes to take our Prayers and present them to the Father, that they may be accepted with him.
He intercedes to take our Prayers and present them to the Father, that they may be accepted with him.
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And very fitting it is, that God should honour himself so far, as to keep the distance of a wronged Superiour, from his guilty, rebellious Creatures and Vassals:
And very fitting it is, that God should honour himself so Far, as to keep the distance of a wronged Superior, from his guilty, rebellious Creatures and Vassals:
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That he should not suffer them, at first especially, to approach him, without the Intervention and Intercession of a very worthy Mediator.
That he should not suffer them, At First especially, to approach him, without the Intervention and Intercession of a very worthy Mediator.
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It is therefore said, That by Jesus Christ, we have access to God the Father, Ephes. 2.18.
It is Therefore said, That by jesus christ, we have access to God the Father, Ephesians 2.18.
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Further, Tho' he had, by his meritorious Life and Death, fully satisfied Divine Justice, and purchased for us all the Favour from God, that we need towards our Salvation,
Further, Though he had, by his meritorious Life and Death, Fully satisfied Divine justice, and purchased for us all the Favour from God, that we need towards our Salvation,
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yet is it appointed and very fitting, that he should pray for this, and obtain it by his intercession, for this reason:
yet is it appointed and very fitting, that he should pray for this, and obtain it by his Intercession, for this reason:
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It is by the free goodness of God to us, that this way of Salvation is allow'd us;
It is by the free Goodness of God to us, that this Way of Salvation is allowed us;
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and that we have benefit by the Death and Sacrifice of Jesus Christ in our stead.
and that we have benefit by the Death and Sacrifice of jesus christ in our stead.
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The way to Heaven is not open'd by Justice alone, but by a very glorious Mercy and Compassion to lost sinners.
The Way to Heaven is not opened by justice alone, but by a very glorious Mercy and Compassion to lost Sinners.
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This Exercise of Free Goodness or Grace in all that is done by God in favour to us, is often express'd in Scripture:
This Exercise of Free goodness or Grace in all that is done by God in favour to us, is often expressed in Scripture:
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The Apostle for this says, We come to a Throne of Grace, when we make our Addresses to God, Heb. 4.16.
The Apostle for this Says, We come to a Throne of Grace, when we make our Addresses to God, Hebrew 4.16.
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And 'tis said, by Grace we are saved, Ephes. 2.5. And we are justified freely by his Grace, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus, Rom. 3.24. Tho this is by Redemption, yet is it of Free Grace too, because the allowance of a Redemption was from thence.
And it's said, by Grace we Are saved, Ephesians 2.5. And we Are justified freely by his Grace, through the redemption that is in christ jesus, Rom. 3.24. Tho this is by Redemption, yet is it of Free Grace too, Because the allowance of a Redemption was from thence.
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Now, as the Sacrifice and Death of Christ acknowledg'd and honour'd the Justice of God, and confess'd the guilty Creatures desert of punishment;
Now, as the Sacrifice and Death of christ acknowledged and honoured the justice of God, and confessed the guilty Creatures desert of punishment;
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so this Intercession acknowledges his Mercy and Free Goodness:
so this Intercession acknowledges his Mercy and Free goodness:
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It signifies and owns, that we are beholden to such an Attribute for all the Favour that we receive:
It signifies and owns, that we Are beholden to such an Attribute for all the Favour that we receive:
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And it is certainly due to God's goodness to be thus acknowledg'd. 2. Jesus Christ is ascended into Heaven.
And it is Certainly due to God's Goodness to be thus acknowledged. 2. jesus christ is ascended into Heaven.
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To take Possession of that Happiness in our Name, and for us.
To take Possession of that Happiness in our Name, and for us.
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Therefore is he said to be entred into Heaven as our Harbinger or Forerunner, Heb. 6.20.
Therefore is he said to be entered into Heaven as our Harbinger or Forerunner, Hebrew 6.20.
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And he himself, when he spoke of going thither, tells his Disciples, He was going to prepare a place for them, John 14.2. He had made satisfaction for our Sins in his Death, and reconcil'd the Father to us;
And he himself, when he spoke of going thither, tells his Disciples, He was going to prepare a place for them, John 14.2. He had made satisfaction for our Sins in his Death, and reconciled the Father to us;
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and it was just, that he should thereupon be releas'd from Death, therefore he rose again on the third Day.
and it was just, that he should thereupon be released from Death, Therefore he rose again on the third Day.
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And having merited the Favour of God for us, it was due to him even as Mediator, that he should take possession of what he had merited.
And having merited the Favour of God for us, it was due to him even as Mediator, that he should take possession of what he had merited.
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So that we may look upon his Advancement into Heaven, as a Pledge and Assurance of ours;
So that we may look upon his Advancement into Heaven, as a Pledge and Assurance of ours;
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as shewing, and as design'd to shew, that we have, by him, a Right and Title to Everlasting Joy and Blessedness in the presence of God,
as showing, and as designed to show, that we have, by him, a Right and Title to Everlasting Joy and Blessedness in the presence of God,
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if we do embrace and comply with the Terms of the Gospel. 3. He is sat down at the Right Hand of God, partly for us too:
if we do embrace and comply with the Terms of the Gospel. 3. He is sat down At the Right Hand of God, partly for us too:
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In that he has therein Power and Authority to dispense and bestow the Favours which he has purchased for us.
In that he has therein Power and authority to dispense and bestow the Favours which he has purchased for us.
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The Apostle teaches us this, when he says, He is made Head over all Things to the Church, Ephes. 1.22. That is, for the sake of that, and to the benefit of that.
The Apostle Teaches us this, when he Says, He is made Head over all Things to the Church, Ephesians 1.22. That is, for the sake of that, and to the benefit of that.
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The Scripture also tells us, He is exalted to be a Prince and a Saviour, to give Repentance and Remission of Sins.
The Scripture also tells us, He is exalted to be a Prince and a Saviour, to give Repentance and Remission of Sins.
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'Tis said of this his Mediatorial Kingdom, 1 Cor. 15 25. That he must reign till he hath put all Enemies under his Feet.
It's said of this his Mediatorial Kingdom, 1 Cor. 15 25. That he must Reign till he hath put all Enemies under his Feet.
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The Enemies meant here, are the things that oppose and hinder his grand Design, the Salvation of Men.
The Enemies meant Here, Are the things that oppose and hinder his grand Design, the Salvation of Men.
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So that we may understand, hereby, he is exalted to this Dignity and Power, that he might give us Grace to overcome the Temptations of the Devil, the wicked solicitations of our own sinful Nature;
So that we may understand, hereby, he is exalted to this Dignity and Power, that he might give us Grace to overcome the Temptations of the devil, the wicked solicitations of our own sinful Nature;
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and that he might raise us up again from Death at the Last Day;
and that he might raise us up again from Death At the Last Day;
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for the last Enemy that shall be destroy'd is Death, ver. 26. It is very fitting,
for the last Enemy that shall be destroyed is Death, ver. 26. It is very fitting,
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since by his deep Humiliation and Abasement he had purchased these things, that he should have the Honour to bestow them.
since by his deep Humiliation and Abasement he had purchased these things, that he should have the Honour to bestow them.
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It may seem indeed unsuitable to his Interceding and Praying for these things, to say, that he is instated in the Authority to dispence them:
It may seem indeed unsuitable to his Interceding and Praying for these things, to say, that he is instated in the authority to dispense them:
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But these things very well consist together. For God the Father, as the Ancients speak, is the Fountain of the Deity.
But these things very well consist together. For God the Father, as the Ancients speak, is the Fountain of the Deity.
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From him the Son and Holy Ghost eternally derive their Divine Nature:
From him the Son and Holy Ghost eternally derive their Divine Nature:
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And the Son himself confesses, that the Father had given to him to have Life in himself.
And the Son himself Confesses, that the Father had given to him to have Life in himself.
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Therefore also must the First Person in the Trinity be accounted the first spring or source of all gracious and kind Communications to the Creatures:
Therefore also must the First Person in the Trinity be accounted the First spring or source of all gracious and kind Communications to the Creatures:
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And the Grace that saves us, is obtained of the Father by the Son, and is applied to us by the Holy Ghost.
And the Grace that saves us, is obtained of the Father by the Son, and is applied to us by the Holy Ghost.
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For the sake of the Son does the Father afford all good by the Operation of the Holy Ghost.
For the sake of the Son does the Father afford all good by the Operation of the Holy Ghost.
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The Son of God, then, as Second Person in the Trinity obtains from the Father, all favour for us by his Intercession;
The Son of God, then, as Second Person in the Trinity obtains from the Father, all favour for us by his Intercession;
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and by pleading his own merits on our behalf. And he gives the good things thus obtain'd as Son of God too;
and by pleading his own merits on our behalf. And he gives the good things thus obtained as Son of God too;
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that is as being of equal Authority and Power with the Father.
that is as being of equal authority and Power with the Father.
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And these things are represented, in that he is said, to be a Priest for ever after the Order of Melchisedek:
And these things Are represented, in that he is said, to be a Priest for ever After the Order of Melchisedek:
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Who, as Moses tells us, was both King and Priest.
Who, as Moses tells us, was both King and Priest.
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As a Priest towards God, he intercedes for us, as a King towards us, he bestows,
As a Priest towards God, he intercedes for us, as a King towards us, he bestows,
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as he pleases, the Graces necessary to our Salvation.
as he Pleases, the Graces necessary to our Salvation.
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Thus are we taught to own, that we have all good given to us for his sake alone,
Thus Are we taught to own, that we have all good given to us for his sake alone,
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and not for any merit or worth in us:
and not for any merit or worth in us:
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and are admonish'd thereby, as is very fitting, to have always an humble sence of our own unworthiness,
and Are admonished thereby, as is very fitting, to have always an humble sense of our own unworthiness,
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even when we are most highly, and particularly favour'd.
even when we Are most highly, and particularly favoured.
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And thus is the course of this great transaction, in all respects most suitable to the Nature and State of the Beings coucern'd in it.
And thus is the course of this great transaction, in all respects most suitable to the Nature and State of the Beings coucerned in it.
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Thus much I think may suffice for Explication of this Great Article of our Faith: And so I have finish'd the first head of Discourse.
Thus much I think may suffice for Explication of this Great Article of our Faith: And so I have finished the First head of Discourse.
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The Second I proposed to insist upon is this, to make it appear, that the promised Messiah was to ascend into Heaven,
The Second I proposed to insist upon is this, to make it appear, that the promised Messiah was to ascend into Heaven,
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and sit at the right hand of God, according to the Prophesies concerning him, which the Jewish Religion afforded.
and fit At the right hand of God, according to the prophecies Concerning him, which the Jewish Religion afforded.
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And for proof of this, I think it may be sufficient to produce these two places.
And for proof of this, I think it may be sufficient to produce these two places.
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The First shall be, that of Psal. 68.18.
The First shall be, that of Psalm 68.18.
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where we have these words, Thou hast ascended on high, thou hast led captivity captive, thou hast received gifts for Men,
where we have these words, Thou hast ascended on high, thou hast led captivity captive, thou hast received Gifts for Men,
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yea even for the Rebellious also, that the Lord God might dwell among them.
yea even for the Rebellious also, that the Lord God might dwell among them.
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This place of Scripture the Apostle Paul applies to Jesus, as fulfill'd in his Ascension into Heaven, Ephes. 4.8.
This place of Scripture the Apostle Paul Applies to jesus, as fulfilled in his Ascension into Heaven, Ephesians 4.8.
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and that it does belong to this, and foretell it, will plainly appear, if we consider,
and that it does belong to this, and foretell it, will plainly appear, if we Consider,
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and rightly understand the Text. In these words the Psalmist does indeed Celebrate, according to the scope and design of the whole Psalm, those glorious deliverances which it had pleased God to give the People of Israel from their Enemies and his:
and rightly understand the Text. In these words the Psalmist does indeed Celebrate, according to the scope and Design of the Whole Psalm, those glorious Deliverances which it had pleased God to give the People of Israel from their Enemies and his:
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But he speaks of this, after the manner of Prophesies, in Terms that have a force and meaning, above the particular occasion which they refer to,
But he speaks of this, After the manner of prophecies, in Terms that have a force and meaning, above the particular occasion which they refer to,
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and which do thereby appear to be a Prediction of far greater things. Thou hast ascended on high;
and which do thereby appear to be a Prediction of Far greater things. Thou hast ascended on high;
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the word translated on high is commonly in the Hebrew Language used for Heaven it self.
the word translated on high is commonly in the Hebrew Language used for Heaven it self.
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And when he speaks of ascending into Heaven, he implies, that there was first a descending;
And when he speaks of ascending into Heaven, he Implies, that there was First a descending;
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which can never be properly spoken of God the Father, but may be said of the Son of God,
which can never be properly spoken of God the Father, but may be said of the Son of God,
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as the Jews did acknowledg the Messiah to be, Thou hast led captivity captive: This may referr to the deliverance of Israel out of Egypt as past;
as the jews did acknowledge the Messiah to be, Thou hast led captivity captive: This may refer to the deliverance of Israel out of Egypt as past;
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and foretell the deliverance of some of the dead Saints from the Bonds of Death, at the Resurrection of Jesus;
and foretell the deliverance of Some of the dead Saints from the Bonds of Death, At the Resurrection of jesus;
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or else, that general Goal-delivery which he shall give to all the Dead at the end of the World;
or Else, that general Goal delivery which he shall give to all the Dead At the end of the World;
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or it may be design'd to intimate that Spiritual deliverance which he would give the World, in Saving his People from their Sins;
or it may be designed to intimate that Spiritual deliverance which he would give the World, in Saving his People from their Sins;
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as 'tis said in the Gospel Jesus would do. Thou hast received gifts for Men:
as it's said in the Gospel jesus would do. Thou hast received Gifts for Men:
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The Hebrew word which we render received, signifies a receiving to give, according to the Phrase, not unusual in our own Language, take this to such an one;
The Hebrew word which we render received, signifies a receiving to give, according to the Phrase, not unusual in our own Language, take this to such an one;
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which means take this to give it to him;
which means take this to give it to him;
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thus in particular the word is used, 1 Kings 17.10, 13. The Apostle might therefore well enough quote the words thus, Thou hast received Gifts for Men, as he does in that forementioned place:
thus in particular the word is used, 1 Kings 17.10, 13. The Apostle might Therefore well enough quote the words thus, Thou hast received Gifts for Men, as he does in that forementioned place:
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Understanding the Psalmist, as meaning, thus much thou hast received gifts to give to Men.
Understanding the Psalmist, as meaning, thus much thou hast received Gifts to give to Men.
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And in that sence this Scripture cannot be applied to God the Father, who is the Original Fountain of all things,
And in that sense this Scripture cannot be applied to God the Father, who is the Original Fountain of all things,
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and does not properly receive any thing from any one:
and does not properly receive any thing from any one:
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But it may be applied to the Son of God, and particularly to his receiving the promise of the Holy Ghost, as 'tis said, Jesus did,
But it may be applied to the Son of God, and particularly to his receiving the promise of the Holy Ghost, as it's said, jesus did,
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and that too upon his Ascending; as the Psalmist intimates this receiving should be granted upon the ascending on high:
and that too upon his Ascending; as the Psalmist intimates this receiving should be granted upon the ascending on high:
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And to that receiving of the Holy Ghost, and sending his wonderful gifts into the World, which is ascribed to Jesus, the Apostle applies this expression of the Psalmist.
And to that receiving of the Holy Ghost, and sending his wondered Gifts into the World, which is ascribed to jesus, the Apostle Applies this expression of the Psalmist.
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He adds lastly, Yea even for the Rebellious also, that the Lord God may dwell among them:
He adds lastly, Yea even for the Rebellious also, that the Lord God may dwell among them:
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which words may as fairly from the Original be render'd thus:
which words may as fairly from the Original be rendered thus:
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Thou hast taken or brought the Rebellious also to God, that they might dwell with him:
Thou hast taken or brought the Rebellious also to God, that they might dwell with him:
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And so we may judge the Psalmist means, that these mighty deliverances had made some of the Gentile World become Proselites to the Jewish Religion,
And so we may judge the Psalmist means, that these mighty Deliverances had made Some of the Gentile World become Proselytes to the Jewish Religion,
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and Worshippers of the true God, as the thing that was past;
and Worshippers of the true God, as the thing that was passed;
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and did herein foretell the numerous Conversions of Heathens to the Faith of Jesus, which came to pass upon the Gift of the Holy Ghost to the World,
and did herein foretell the numerous Conversions of heathens to the Faith of jesus, which Come to pass upon the Gift of the Holy Ghost to the World,
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and was indeed brought to pass thereby. Thus we may see this Scripture exactly speaks what may be applied to Jesus;
and was indeed brought to pass thereby. Thus we may see this Scripture exactly speaks what may be applied to jesus;
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and therefore may be reckon'd to fortell the things which are said of his Ascension, and the consequences thereof.
and Therefore may be reckoned to foretell the things which Are said of his Ascension, and the consequences thereof.
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Another, and the last place I shall point to for this purpose is, Psal. 110.1. where David speaks thus, The Lord said unto my Lord, sit thou on my right hand untill I make thine Enemies thy Foot-stool.
another, and the last place I shall point to for this purpose is, Psalm 110.1. where David speaks thus, The Lord said unto my Lord, fit thou on my right hand until I make thine Enemies thy Footstool.
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It is evident, that David was the Composer of this Psalm;
It is evident, that David was the Composer of this Psalm;
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therefore he does not speak the things herein contain'd of himself, but of some other Person:
Therefore he does not speak the things herein contained of himself, but of Some other Person:
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And that Person he calls his Lord.
And that Person he calls his Lord.
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It is apparent also, that the Ancient Jews understood these Words, as spoken of the Messiah:
It is apparent also, that the Ancient jews understood these Words, as spoken of the Messiah:
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For when Jesus asked them, how they understood it could be proper for David to call him Lord,
For when jesus asked them, how they understood it could be proper for David to call him Lord,
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as he does here, who was to be his Son ( Mat. 22.43, 44, 45.) they could not say for answer, that David in this Verse means some other Person,
as he does Here, who was to be his Son (Mathew 22.43, 44, 45.) they could not say for answer, that David in this Verse means Some other Person,
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because indeed they understood the Messiah to be the Person spoke of here.
Because indeed they understood the Messiah to be the Person spoke of Here.
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And, if so, then 'tis here Prophesied concerning him, that he should sit on the right hand of God.
And, if so, then it's Here Prophesied Concerning him, that he should fit on the right hand of God.
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According to this Opinion of the Jews in our Saviours time, some of the later ones do also understand these words to be spoken of the Messiah,
According to this Opinion of the jews in our Saviors time, Some of the later ones do also understand these words to be spoken of the Messiah,
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tho they obstinately refuse to believe them fulfill'd in Jesus.
though they obstinately refuse to believe them fulfilled in jesus.
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One says, that in time to come, God shall place Messiah the King at his right Hand,
One Says, that in time to come, God shall place Messiah the King At his right Hand,
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as it is witten in Psal. 110. Another says, hereafter God Holy and Blessed, shall set the Messiah on his right hand,
as it is witten in Psalm 110. another Says, hereafter God Holy and Blessed, shall Set the Messiah on his right hand,
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as it is written in Psal. 110. The Lord said unto my Lord, &c. ( Pearson on Creed ) More then this I think need not be added to this matter.
as it is written in Psalm 110. The Lord said unto my Lord, etc. (Pearson on Creed) More then this I think need not be added to this matter.
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I proceed now to the Third thing intended, which is to review and produce briefly the History and Proof of the Ascension of Jesus,
I proceed now to the Third thing intended, which is to review and produce briefly the History and Proof of the Ascension of jesus,
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and his sitting at the right hand of God.
and his sitting At the right hand of God.
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When the time drew nigh, that he would Ascend into Heaven, he commanded his Disciples to return from Galilee, where he had cheifly converst with them since his Resurrection;
When the time drew High, that he would Ascend into Heaven, he commanded his Disciples to return from Galilee, where he had chiefly conversed with them since his Resurrection;
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and to come to Jerusalem, where we now find them ( Acts 1.4.) from thence he lead them out as far as to Bethany; not to that Town,
and to come to Jerusalem, where we now find them (Acts 1.4.) from thence he led them out as Far as to Bethany; not to that Town,
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but to an equal distance with that from Jerusalem, on some part of the Mount Olivet (Luke 24.50. Act. 1.12.) Those whom he thus led out, we may believe, were not all those that believed on him;
but to an equal distance with that from Jerusalem, on Some part of the Mount Olivet (Lycia 24.50. Act. 1.12.) Those whom he thus led out, we may believe, were not all those that believed on him;
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but those especially who were of his Kindred and Family, and whom he had chosen to be the chief Witnesses to the World of his Resurrection and Ascension ( Acts 1.14, 21.) It is reasonably judg'd, that the Number of Persons mention'd in the 15th Verse of that Chapter, which were an Hundred and Twenty, were at least the Company whom he Assembled,
but those especially who were of his Kindred and Family, and whom he had chosen to be the chief Witnesses to the World of his Resurrection and Ascension (Acts 1.14, 21.) It is reasonably judged, that the Number of Persons mentioned in the 15th Verse of that Chapter, which were an Hundred and Twenty, were At least the Company whom he Assembled,
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and led out to be Eye-witnesses of his Ascension, When he was come to the place intended,
and led out to be Eyewitnesses of his Ascension, When he was come to the place intended,
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and while he was taking his leave in a kind and gracious Blessing of them ( Luk. 24.50.) He was lifted up:
and while he was taking his leave in a kind and gracious Blessing of them (Luk. 24.50.) He was lifted up:
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They saw him sensibly Ascend, and follow'd him with their Eyes, as long as they could, looking stedfastly towards Heaven as he went up ( Acts. 1.10.) They look'd after him, till a Cloud receiv'd him out of their sight ( Acts 1.9.) and continued gazing towards that, till two of his bright Retinue, the Angels, who attended his Triumphant Ascension, awaked them,
They saw him sensibly Ascend, and followed him with their Eyes, as long as they could, looking steadfastly towards Heaven as he went up (Acts. 1.10.) They looked After him, till a Cloud received him out of their sighed (Acts 1.9.) and continued gazing towards that, till two of his bright Retinue, the Angels, who attended his Triumphant Ascension, awaked them,
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As for his Sitting or Being at the right hand of God there;
As for his Sitting or Being At the right hand of God there;
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the best proof of that, is, his sending the Holy Ghost at the time of Pentecost, which was soon after his Ascension.
the best proof of that, is, his sending the Holy Ghost At the time of Pentecost, which was soon After his Ascension.
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Yet we have also one said to be an Eye-witness of this, and that is the Blessed First Martyr St. Stephen; of whom we are told ( Acts 7.55.) that as he stood before the Council of the Jews, He being full of the Holy Ghost looked up stedfastly into Heaven,
Yet we have also one said to be an Eyewitness of this, and that is the Blessed First Martyr Saint Stephen; of whom we Are told (Acts 7.55.) that as he stood before the Council of the jews, He being full of the Holy Ghost looked up steadfastly into Heaven,
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and saw the Glory of God, and Jesus standing at the right hand of God;
and saw the Glory of God, and jesus standing At the right hand of God;
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and he said this, in Verse 56. the meaning of which words must be, he saw the Glorified Jesus attended with such Circumstances,
and he said this, in Verse 56. the meaning of which words must be, he saw the Glorified jesus attended with such circumstances,
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as evidently shew'd his Supream and Universal Dominion.
as evidently showed his Supreme and Universal Dominion.
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This may suffice for History and Proof of the matter of Fact of the Ascension of Jesus.
This may suffice for History and Proof of the matter of Fact of the Ascension of jesus.
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I come in the last place, to apply the Discourse to its due Use and Improvement;
I come in the last place, to apply the Discourse to its due Use and Improvement;
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in doing which I shall briefly represent. (1.) What hopes of our attaining the Happiness of Heaven are herein afforded us. (2.) What things those glorious hopes do oblige us to.
in doing which I shall briefly represent. (1.) What hope's of our attaining the Happiness of Heaven Are herein afforded us. (2.) What things those glorious hope's do oblige us to.
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1. In the first place, Let us observe what hopes of our attaining the Happiness of Heaven are herein afforded us;
1. In the First place, Let us observe what hope's of our attaining the Happiness of Heaven Are herein afforded us;
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which will yield us a very pleasing and delightful prospect. This shews us that our Nature is actually admitted into Heaven;
which will yield us a very pleasing and delightful prospect. This shows us that our Nature is actually admitted into Heaven;
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from whence we may conclude, this is a thing possible to be;
from whence we may conclude, this is a thing possible to be;
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that our Nature is capable of the blissful presence of God, and can dwell with joy and delight amidst the Glory of Heaven.
that our Nature is capable of the blissful presence of God, and can dwell with joy and delight amid the Glory of Heaven.
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And if we consider Jesus Christ, as having entred into that happy Place, as a reward of having pleased God on Earth:
And if we Consider jesus christ, as having entered into that happy Place, as a reward of having pleased God on Earth:
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We may look upon it as the Reward and Advancement which was prepar'd for Man, at the first Creation of him;
We may look upon it as the Reward and Advancement which was prepared for Man, At the First Creation of him;
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which our Saviour speaks of, as the Kingdom prepar'd for us from the begining of the World;
which our Saviour speaks of, as the Kingdom prepared for us from the beginning of the World;
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to which it was originally intended, if Man had remain'd Innocent, he should have been translated after a time of Holy and Vertuous living on Earth:
to which it was originally intended, if Man had remained Innocent, he should have been translated After a time of Holy and Virtuous living on Earth:
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And this may help us to expect the same Advancement, as the reward of our well-doing.
And this may help us to expect the same Advancement, as the reward of our welldoing.
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If we consider Jesus as a Sacrifice for our Sins in his Death:
If we Consider jesus as a Sacrifice for our Sins in his Death:
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Then his Resurrection from the Grave, and Ascension into Heaven may assure us, that he has made a full attonement for Sin;
Then his Resurrection from the Grave, and Ascension into Heaven may assure us, that he has made a full atonement for since;
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and so the forfeiture of this Happiness, which we lay under by our sin is remov'd:
and so the forfeiture of this Happiness, which we lay under by our since is removed:
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And thus the greatest hindrance of our Happiness and Salvation is taken away.
And thus the greatest hindrance of our Happiness and Salvation is taken away.
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Further, when we consider that Happiness possest by him in the Name, and for the sake of his Followers;
Further, when we Consider that Happiness possessed by him in the Name, and for the sake of his Followers;
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we may reckon, that it is possible for us to have a Right, and Claim to it:
we may reckon, that it is possible for us to have a Right, and Claim to it:
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To come to look upon it as an Inheritance and Portion purchased for us; and which we may expect from the Justice and Promise of God:
To come to look upon it as an Inheritance and Portion purchased for us; and which we may expect from the justice and Promise of God:
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This hopeful expectation of it we may entertain, if we are true to the Gospel Covenant;
This hopeful expectation of it we may entertain, if we Are true to the Gospel Covenant;
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the Covenant which we entered into at our Baptism. Hereby we maintain such an Union to him as that of Members to the Head,
the Covenant which we entered into At our Baptism. Hereby we maintain such an union to him as that of Members to the Head,
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and may expect our Ascension into Heaven too, because he has promised, that where he is, there such Persons also shall be.
and may expect our Ascension into Heaven too, Because he has promised, that where he is, there such Persons also shall be.
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And when from our own weakness, and the many temptations that surround us, we might justly doubt our sufficiency to be stedfast in that Covenant,
And when from our own weakness, and the many temptations that surround us, we might justly doubt our sufficiency to be steadfast in that Covenant,
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and might fear lest we should fall short of our Duty and this Glory:
and might Fear lest we should fallen short of our Duty and this Glory:
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The Ascension of Jesus Christ our Mediator gives us Assurance, that we have a tender and Compassionate Advocate with the Father;
The Ascension of jesus christ our Mediator gives us Assurance, that we have a tender and Compassionate Advocate with the Father;
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by whom we may hope to obtain Grace sufficient to assist us in all our Conflicts with the Flesh, the World, and the Devil;
by whom we may hope to obtain Grace sufficient to assist us in all our Conflicts with the Flesh, the World, and the devil;
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and by whom we may obtain the Pardon of those known defects and sins, which we particularly repent of;
and by whom we may obtain the Pardon of those known defects and Sins, which we particularly Repent of;
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and also of those involuntary and unobserved Errors which at any time we may be guilty of.
and also of those involuntary and unobserved Errors which At any time we may be guilty of.
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These are the grounds of Hope which we have of attaining Everlasting Happiness in the Ascension of our Lord Jesus Christ into Heaven.
These Are the grounds of Hope which we have of attaining Everlasting Happiness in the Ascension of our Lord jesus christ into Heaven.
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2. In the next place, Let us take notice at present, and always remember, what Obligations those glorious Hopes do lay upon us.
2. In the next place, Let us take notice At present, and always Remember, what Obligations those glorious Hope's do lay upon us.
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And certainly it is very fit, that we do often and seriously consider what great and glorious things we may come to:
And Certainly it is very fit, that we do often and seriously Consider what great and glorious things we may come to:
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We should frequently, and with great pleasure, meditate on the Happiness we may attain; reflect upon the possibility of attaining it, and consider this, as what we may reach, if we will.
We should frequently, and with great pleasure, meditate on the Happiness we may attain; reflect upon the possibility of attaining it, and Consider this, as what we may reach, if we will.
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Every Man may say to himself, Whatever I am in this low Earth, I may be hereafter an Inhabitant of Heaven.
Every Man may say to himself, Whatever I am in this low Earth, I may be hereafter an Inhabitant of Heaven.
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Tho I am one of the highest among Mankind, a Prince on Earth, yet I may be much more advanced;
Tho I am one of the highest among Mankind, a Prince on Earth, yet I may be much more advanced;
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I may attain the greater Honour, of being my self one of the Retinue of Jesus the King of Heaven.
I may attain the greater Honour, of being my self one of the Retinue of jesus the King of Heaven.
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If I am poor on Earth, I may be rich above. If I am now mean and despised, and must herd with the lowest of Men,
If I am poor on Earth, I may be rich above. If I am now mean and despised, and must heard with the lowest of Men,
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yet may I, hereafter, be a Companion of Angels and dwell in the presence of God.
yet may I, hereafter, be a Companion of Angels and dwell in the presence of God.
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And then, Ought not such Thoughts to inspire us with earnest Desires to attain this Happiness? Shall we think of this, without wishing for it? Do I indeed love my self, (a Man might say hereupon) do I desire my own Happiness,
And then, Ought not such Thoughts to inspire us with earnest Desires to attain this Happiness? Shall we think of this, without wishing for it? Do I indeed love my self, (a Man might say hereupon) do I desire my own Happiness,
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and should I not desire and aim at the greatest Happiness that I may be advanced to? Are Pleasures, Riches and Honours, alluring things;
and should I not desire and aim At the greatest Happiness that I may be advanced to? are Pleasures, Riches and Honours, alluring things;
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even the poor, low, transitory ones of this World;
even the poor, low, transitory ones of this World;
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and are there not Charms enough to engage me in the high and eternal ones of Heaven?
and Are there not Charms enough to engage me in the high and Eternal ones of Heaven?
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We should think of this glorious Happiness to which Jesus is ascended, and learn to despise the alluring Trifles of this World;
We should think of this glorious Happiness to which jesus is ascended, and Learn to despise the alluring Trifles of this World;
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and resolve, that nothing here shall detain our Minds from the frequent thinking on that; nor divert our Endeavours from the diligent and earnest pursuit of that.
and resolve, that nothing Here shall detain our Minds from the frequent thinking on that; nor divert our Endeavours from the diligent and earnest pursuit of that.
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It ought to be our chief Concern and Care, to attain that Happiness, to be look'd upon as the most Important Business of our Lives;
It ought to be our chief Concern and Care, to attain that Happiness, to be looked upon as the most Important Business of our Lives;
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and therefore every other Business should be so follow'd as is consistent with a due pursuit,
and Therefore every other Business should be so followed as is consistent with a due pursuit,
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and with the hopes of that.
and with the hope's of that.
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It ought to be every Man's great Enquiry, What Grounds he has to hope, that he shall ascend with Jesus to Heaven.
It ought to be every Man's great Enquiry, What Grounds he has to hope, that he shall ascend with jesus to Heaven.
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And he that finds himself in such a condition, as that he cannot hope for this, should be very restless till he can hope for it.
And he that finds himself in such a condition, as that he cannot hope for this, should be very restless till he can hope for it.
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Every such Person ought, without delay, to break off his Sins by Repentance, and betake himself to the following of Jesus in the Exercises of Piety and Vertue.
Every such Person ought, without Delay, to break off his Sins by Repentance, and betake himself to the following of jesus in the Exercises of Piety and Virtue.
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When such a Happiness may be had, we should be diligent to fit our selves for it;
When such a Happiness may be had, we should be diligent to fit our selves for it;
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be very careful to secure it, and very solicitous to see, that our hopes of it are well grounded and assured.
be very careful to secure it, and very solicitous to see, that our hope's of it Are well grounded and assured.
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I shall conclude with the Apostle's advice:
I shall conclude with the Apostle's Advice:
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Let us most earnestly desire, let us chiefly seek and endeavour for those things which are above, where Christ sitteth at the Right Hand of God.
Let us most earnestly desire, let us chiefly seek and endeavour for those things which Are above, where christ Sitteth At the Right Hand of God.
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To whom, with the Father, and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
To whom, with the Father, and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
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and so he slights and refuses his good motions, under the name of somewhat else. This, then, should be a general Rule with us:
and so he slights and refuses his good motions, under the name of somewhat Else. This, then, should be a general Rule with us:
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But the Holy Spirit cures this Monstrous, and unhappy distemper of our Minds.
But the Holy Spirit cures this Monstrous, and unhappy distemper of our Minds.
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He discovers God to us as our chief Good, and his Favour as our only true Happiness.
He discovers God to us as our chief Good, and his Favour as our only true Happiness.
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He makes us see and know the exercises of his Goodness, even in his Laws, and so to consent unto the Law, that it is Good.
He makes us see and know the exercises of his goodness, even in his Laws, and so to consent unto the Law, that it is Good.
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And so the Mind, that before cared not either for the Knowledge of God or his ways,
And so the Mind, that before cared not either for the Knowledge of God or his ways,
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now highly loves, and values both.
now highly loves, and value's both.
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And it is the right sence of the rectified Soul, what the Psalmist says concerning God, Whom have I in Heaven but thee,
And it is the right sense of the rectified Soul, what the Psalmist Says Concerning God, Whom have I in Heaven but thee,
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and there is none on Earth, that I can desire besides thee, (Psal. 73.25.) And concerning the Law of God it can say, with another, The Law of thy Mouth is better to me than thousands of Gold and Silver, (Psal. 119.72.) He will love God with all his Heart, with all his Soul, with all his Might, and with all his Strength.
and there is none on Earth, that I can desire beside thee, (Psalm 73.25.) And Concerning the Law of God it can say, with Another, The Law of thy Mouth is better to me than thousands of Gold and Silver, (Psalm 119.72.) He will love God with all his Heart, with all his Soul, with all his Might, and with all his Strength.
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And this Love is the fulfilling of the Law. It produces many other Graces, and acts and exercises it self in and by them.
And this Love is the fulfilling of the Law. It produces many other Graces, and acts and exercises it self in and by them.
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And the working of this in us is also in Holy Scripture attributed to the Holy Spirit,
And the working of this in us is also in Holy Scripture attributed to the Holy Spirit,
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as we may see, Rom. 5.5. where the Apostle says to some Christians, That the Love of God had been shed abroad in their hearts by the Holy Ghost, who had been given to them.
as we may see, Rom. 5.5. where the Apostle Says to Some Christians, That the Love of God had been shed abroad in their hearts by the Holy Ghost, who had been given to them.
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I doubt not, it is very agreeable to the design and scope of the Apostle's Discourse there, to understand him as speaking those words of our Love to God.
I doubt not, it is very agreeable to the Design and scope of the Apostle's Discourse there, to understand him as speaking those words of our Love to God.
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These are the two main Gifts of the Holy Spirit, which are promiscuously given to good Christians,
These Are the two main Gifts of the Holy Spirit, which Are promiscuously given to good Christians,
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and which we may seek and expect to receive as necessary to our Salvation. And thus I have finish'd the first head of this Discourse.
and which we may seek and expect to receive as necessary to our Salvation. And thus I have finished the First head of this Discourse.
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The second I am to insist upon is this; to shew, what are the Operations of the Holy Spirit about these Gifts or Graces:
The second I am to insist upon is this; to show, what Are the Operations of the Holy Spirit about these Gifts or Graces:
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Which I think may at least be reduced to these three Heads following. 1. He Creates, or puts these Graces into us. He possesses us of them.
Which I think may At least be reduced to these three Heads following. 1. He Creates, or puts these Graces into us. He Possesses us of them.
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The Holy Scripture speaks of his giving, and putting into us both these Graces, under the general terms of Washing and Sanctifying us.
The Holy Scripture speaks of his giving, and putting into us both these Graces, under the general terms of Washing and Sanctifying us.
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So 'tis said of some Christians, (1 Cor. 6.11.) They were Washed, and Sanctified by the Spirit of our God, upon the account of his giving us these, we are said to be born of God.
So it's said of Some Christians, (1 Cor. 6.11.) They were Washed, and Sanctified by the Spirit of our God, upon the account of his giving us these, we Are said to be born of God.
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Hence the Apostle St. John says of those that have Charity, they are born of God, (1 John 4.7.) And in the fifth Chapter of that Epistle, at the first Verse, Whosoever believeth that Jesus is the Christ is born of God:
Hence the Apostle Saint John Says of those that have Charity, they Are born of God, (1 John 4.7.) And in the fifth Chapter of that Epistle, At the First Verse, Whosoever Believeth that jesus is the christ is born of God:
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So that the general term of Regeneration, or being born of God, may be reckon'd to include the happy Operations which possess us of these Graces.
So that the general term of Regeneration, or being born of God, may be reckoned to include the happy Operations which possess us of these Graces.
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And this work, the Regenerating of us, our Saviour ascribes to the Holy Spirit, John 3.5. in saying, Except a Man be born of Water and of the Holy Spirit, he cannot enter into the Kingdem of God.
And this work, the Regenerating of us, our Saviour ascribes to the Holy Spirit, John 3.5. in saying, Except a Man be born of Water and of the Holy Spirit, he cannot enter into the Kingdem of God.
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For the sake of these Gifts, we are said to be renewed by the Holy Ghost (Tit. 3.5.) And that renewing is said, to consist in creating us in Righteousness and true Holiness, (Ephes. 4.24.) Holiness is a general Term, which may be sometimes understood to include all the Graces which belong to a good Christan.
For the sake of these Gifts, we Are said to be renewed by the Holy Ghost (Tit. 3.5.) And that renewing is said, to consist in creating us in Righteousness and true Holiness, (Ephesians 4.24.) Holiness is a general Term, which may be sometime understood to include all the Graces which belong to a good Christian.
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It is from this Person's undertaking this Part and Office, towards the bringing us to Salvation, that he is call'd the Holy Ghost or Spirit.
It is from this Person's undertaking this Part and Office, towards the bringing us to Salvation, that he is called the Holy Ghost or Spirit.
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As he is called Spirit, not so much in regard to his Nature, as in regard to his manner of proceeding from the Father and the Son,
As he is called Spirit, not so much in regard to his Nature, as in regard to his manner of proceeding from the Father and the Son,
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so also is he call'd Holy, not as being thereby distinguished from the Father and the Son,
so also is he called Holy, not as being thereby distinguished from the Father and the Son,
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for they both are Holy too;
for they both Are Holy too;
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but because the Sanctifying, and making us Holy is the part which he is pleased peculiarly to assume and appropriate to himself in the Work of our Redemption.
but Because the Sanctifying, and making us Holy is the part which he is pleased peculiarly to assume and Appropriate to himself in the Work of our Redemption.
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Very fitly therefore, as a Learned Man observes, do the Hebrews call him sometimes, according to this Work and Office, the Spirit of Holiness:
Very fitly Therefore, as a Learned Man observes, do the Hebrews call him sometime, according to this Work and Office, the Spirit of Holiness:
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By which Name, as being the common Phrase and Speech of the Jews, the Apostle Paul calls him, Rom. 1.4. ( Lightf. Vol. 1. p. 482.)
By which Name, as being the Common Phrase and Speech of the jews, the Apostle Paul calls him, Rom. 1.4. (Lightf. Vol. 1. p. 482.)
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2. Another Operation of the Holy Spirit about the Graces which he puts into us is, that he does continually excite,
2. another Operation of the Holy Spirit about the Graces which he puts into us is, that he does continually excite,
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and stir up the Acts and Exercises of them: And thus does he maintain and increase them.
and stir up the Acts and Exercises of them: And thus does he maintain and increase them.
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It is for this, said, that God works in us both to will and to do, Phil. 2.13.
It is for this, said, that God works in us both to will and to do, Philip 2.13.
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And the Apostle speaking of good Christians, says, They are led by the Spirit, (Rom. 8.14.) This is that which the Psalmist prays for in such Petitions as these, Order my steps in thy Word,
And the Apostle speaking of good Christians, Says, They Are led by the Spirit, (Rom. 8.14.) This is that which the Psalmist prays for in such Petitions as these, Order my steps in thy Word,
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and let no Iniquity have dominion over me: Oh that my ways were directed to keep thy Statutes:
and let no Iniquity have dominion over me: O that my ways were directed to keep thy Statutes:
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And after a very grievous and horrid fall indeed, we find him praying to God thus, Ʋphold me with thy free Spirit, Psal. 51.12.
And After a very grievous and horrid fallen indeed, we find him praying to God thus, Ʋphold me with thy free Spirit, Psalm 51.12.
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The Holy Spirit admonishes what is our duty in all circumstances, tells us what Vertues and Graces they require to be exercised, makes us willing and desirous to exercise them,
The Holy Spirit admonishes what is our duty in all Circumstances, tells us what Virtues and Graces they require to be exercised, makes us willing and desirous to exercise them,
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and inables us to do so whenever they are exercised.
and inables us to do so whenever they Are exercised.
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He excites and stirs up all the Exercise of Grace that is in us, both in our Holy and Vertuous Living,
He excites and stirs up all the Exercise of Grace that is in us, both in our Holy and Virtuous Living,
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and in our devout and fervent Prayers.
and in our devout and fervent Prayers.
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And to exercise Faith and Love, Humility and Heavenly Mindedness, and the like gracious qualifications in our Prayers, is to pray by the Spirit as much as we can now do it:
And to exercise Faith and Love, Humility and Heavenly Mindedness, and the like gracious qualifications in our Prayers, is to pray by the Spirit as much as we can now do it:
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And this is the best way of doing it, if these are the best Gifts of the Spirit,
And this is the best Way of doing it, if these Are the best Gifts of the Spirit,
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as the Apostle says they are. The Holy Spirit by the continual Exercise of Grace maintains it;
as the Apostle Says they Are. The Holy Spirit by the continual Exercise of Grace maintains it;
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and unless he did thus excite it upon all occasions it would languish and die,
and unless he did thus excite it upon all occasions it would languish and die,
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and the continual opposition which it meets with here from the World, the Flesh and the Devil, would soon oppress and destroy it.
and the continual opposition which it meets with Here from the World, the Flesh and the devil, would soon oppress and destroy it.
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The Holy Spirit by the continual exercise of our Grace, makes us grow and increase in it:
The Holy Spirit by the continual exercise of our Grace, makes us grow and increase in it:
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According to what is promised, Mat. 25.29. To him that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance;
According to what is promised, Mathew 25.29. To him that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance;
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and to what is said, in Job 17.9. The righteous shall hold on his way, and he hath hath clean hands shall grow stronger and stronger.
and to what is said, in Job 17.9. The righteous shall hold on his Way, and he hath hath clean hands shall grow Stronger and Stronger.
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3. The Holy Spirit assures and evidences to us the Graces which he has put into us,
3. The Holy Spirit assures and evidences to us the Graces which he has put into us,
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and thus he is also a Comforter. This Operation of the Spirit when we truly enjoy it, does always follow the former:
and thus he is also a Comforter. This Operation of the Spirit when we truly enjoy it, does always follow the former:
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And he shews the Graces which we have, by the Exercises of them.
And he shows the Graces which we have, by the Exercises of them.
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His consolations are not absolute and groundless, but are built upon an evident and rational Foundation.
His consolations Are not absolute and groundless, but Are built upon an evident and rational Foundation.
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It is the presumption and pride of a Man that deceives himself, when any one fancies himself very good without doing good, and living well.
It is the presumption and pride of a Man that deceives himself, when any one fancies himself very good without doing good, and living well.
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The Fruits or Exercises of Grace are in Holy Scripture given as the Evidences and Proofs of it.
The Fruits or Exercises of Grace Are in Holy Scripture given as the Evidences and Proofs of it.
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In 1 John 3.7, 10. the Apostle says, He that doth Righteousness is Righteous, and the Children of God are Manifest by their abstaining from sin, and living well.
In 1 John 3.7, 10. the Apostle Says, He that does Righteousness is Righteous, and the Children of God Are Manifest by their abstaining from since, and living well.
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So our Saviour says, A Tree is known by his fruit, Luk. 6.44. To shew that Men must judge of themselves by the general course of their Thoughts, and Words, and Actions.
So our Saviour Says, A Tree is known by his fruit, Luk. 6.44. To show that Men must judge of themselves by the general course of their Thoughts, and Words, and Actions.
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The Holy Spirit evidences and assures to Men the Graces that are in them by the Testimony of a good Conscience;
The Holy Spirit evidences and assures to Men the Graces that Are in them by the Testimony of a good Conscience;
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when they examine their course of Life by the rule of God's Word and Law, and find it well agreeing thereto:
when they examine their course of Life by the Rule of God's Word and Law, and find it well agreeing thereto:
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therefore it is said, The Spirit of God beareth witness with our Spirits, that we are the Children of God. (Rom. 8.16.) And then he helps us to conclude,
Therefore it is said, The Spirit of God bears witness with our Spirits, that we Are the Children of God. (Rom. 8.16.) And then he helps us to conclude,
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as the Apostle adds in the next Verse, that If we are Children, then are we Heirs too, Heirs of God,
as the Apostle adds in the next Verse, that If we Are Children, then Are we Heirs too, Heirs of God,
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and joynt Heirs with Jesus Christ.
and joint Heirs with jesus christ.
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With the Evidence of his Grace in us, he gives us hope and confidence in God as in a wise, tender, and compassionate Father:
With the Evidence of his Grace in us, he gives us hope and confidence in God as in a wise, tender, and compassionate Father:
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And thus is he the Spirit of Adoption according to the 15th Verse of that Chapter.
And thus is he the Spirit of Adoption according to the 15th Verse of that Chapter.
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And with the Evidence of Grace, he gives us good hopes of Eternal Glory. These Sanctifying Gifts are therefore call'd the Earnest of our Inheritance, Eph. 1.14. He possesses us with the comfortable expectation, that he who has begun a good work in us will maintain and compleat it:
And with the Evidence of Grace, he gives us good hope's of Eternal Glory. These Sanctifying Gifts Are Therefore called the Earnest of our Inheritance, Ephesians 1.14. He Possesses us with the comfortable expectation, that he who has begun a good work in us will maintain and complete it:
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That the tender kindness of our Heavenly Father will pardon our unwilling failings, will heal our infirmities,
That the tender kindness of our Heavenly Father will pardon our unwilling failings, will heal our infirmities,
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and supply our wants and defects:
and supply our Wants and defects:
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That he will guide us by his counsel through this World, and after receive us to his Glory.
That he will guide us by his counsel through this World, and After receive us to his Glory.
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These are the kind and happy Operations of this Divine Person, the Holy Spirit, about those Graces and Vertues which Constitute a good Christian.
These Are the kind and happy Operations of this Divine Person, the Holy Spirit, about those Graces and Virtues which Constitute a good Christian.
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And this may suffice to be spoken to the Second Head of Discourse.
And this may suffice to be spoken to the Second Head of Discourse.
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I proceed now to the Third and Last, which is, to suggest what we have to do, that we may obtain,
I proceed now to the Third and Last, which is, to suggest what we have to do, that we may obtain,
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and constantly enjoy these Blessed Operations of the Holy Spirit.
and constantly enjoy these Blessed Operations of the Holy Spirit.
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If any thing is to be done on our parts towards the obtaining or promoting these, 'tis very necessary for us to know what it is, that we may do it.
If any thing is to be done on our parts towards the obtaining or promoting these, it's very necessary for us to know what it is, that we may do it.
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And very evident it is from Holy Scripture, that God requires and expects we should employ our own endeavour after those saving Graces which the Holy Spirit is given to work in us.
And very evident it is from Holy Scripture, that God requires and expects we should employ our own endeavour After those Saving Graces which the Holy Spirit is given to work in us.
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Hence are we bid to Work out our own Salvation. And we may observe, that altho' God promises to those who had sinned against him,
Hence Are we bid to Work out our own Salvation. And we may observe, that although God promises to those who had sinned against him,
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and forsaken their Duty, that he would give them a new heart, and put a new spirit into them,
and forsaken their Duty, that he would give them a new heart, and put a new Spirit into them,
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and cause them to walk in his Statutes, and keep his Judgments, (Ezek. 36.26, 27.) yet to the same sinful People he also says by the same Prophet, ( Ezek. 18.31.) Cast away from you all your Transgressions whereby ye have transgrest,
and cause them to walk in his Statutes, and keep his Judgments, (Ezekiel 36.26, 27.) yet to the same sinful People he also Says by the same Prophet, (Ezekiel 18.31.) Cast away from you all your Transgressions whereby you have transgressed,
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and make you a new heart, and a new spirit.
and make you a new heart, and a new Spirit.
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He bids them do this for themselves, meaning, no doubt, that their own endeavour and care must be employ'd towards the accomplishing of such happy effects.
He bids them doe this for themselves, meaning, no doubt, that their own endeavour and care must be employed towards the accomplishing of such happy effects.
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There is something we must do, which we have a Natural Power to do;
There is something we must do, which we have a Natural Power to do;
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therefore he says to Sinners, Wash ye, make ye clean, put away the evil of your doing, cease to do evil, learn to do well, Isa. 1.16, 17. and many such like Expressions and Exhortations the Scripture contains.
Therefore he Says to Sinners, Wash you, make you clean, put away the evil of your doing, cease to do evil, Learn to do well, Isaiah 1.16, 17. and many such like Expressions and Exhortations the Scripture contains.
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The first beginning of his Operation in us is, to excite in us good desires, and some motions of will towards those Graces and Vertues.
The First beginning of his Operation in us is, to excite in us good Desires, and Some motions of will towards those Graces and Virtues.
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These he excites in us by representing and recomending these Graces to us, either by the good examples of other Men,
These he excites in us by representing and recommending these Graces to us, either by the good Examples of other Men,
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or by the descriptions of them, the Exhortations, Encouragements to practice them, which his Word and Sacraments present us with.
or by the descriptions of them, the Exhortations, Encouragements to practice them, which his Word and Sacraments present us with.
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And in this beginning he does indeed prevent us by his special Grace.
And in this beginning he does indeed prevent us by his special Grace.
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But we our selves may contribute something towards this in applying our selves to use the appointed means of Grace which he affords us.
But we our selves may contribute something towards this in applying our selves to use the appointed means of Grace which he affords us.
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And after he has begun the good work in us, he carries it on by our selves, by the exercise of our own thoughts, endeavours,
And After he has begun the good work in us, he carries it on by our selves, by the exercise of our own thoughts, endeavours,
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and care towards the cherishing, maintaining and improving those good Impressions, and the bringing them to fruit and perfection:
and care towards the cherishing, maintaining and improving those good Impressions, and the bringing them to fruit and perfection:
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These things following, then, are what we must do towards our enjoying these saving Operations of the Holy Spirit upon us.
These things following, then, Are what we must do towards our enjoying these Saving Operations of the Holy Spirit upon us.
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1. We must diligently attend upon the Publick Ordinances of the Gospel, the Preaching of the Word and the Sacraments.
1. We must diligently attend upon the Public Ordinances of the Gospel, the Preaching of the Word and the Sacraments.
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These are the appointed means of conveying his Grace.
These Are the appointed means of conveying his Grace.
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'Tis said, Faith comes by hearing, (Rom. 10.17.) And our Saviour ascribes to Baptism the conveyance of Regenerating Grace, John 3.5. when he says, a Man must be born of Water, and of the Spirit.
It's said, Faith comes by hearing, (Rom. 10.17.) And our Saviour ascribes to Baptism the conveyance of Regenerating Grace, John 3.5. when he Says, a Man must be born of Water, and of the Spirit.
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The same thing the Apostle intimates too, when he calls this the washing of Regeneration, and says, we are saved by this, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost, Tit. 3.5. Of the Lord's Supper, St. Paul says, It is the Communion of the Body and Blood of Christ, 1 Cor. 10.16. by which he means, that in the use of this the Holy Spirit conveyes, and bestows on Men the saving renewing Graces which are the purchases of Christ's precious Death.
The same thing the Apostle intimates too, when he calls this the washing of Regeneration, and Says, we Are saved by this, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost, Tit. 3.5. Of the Lord's Supper, Saint Paul Says, It is the Communion of the Body and Blood of christ, 1 Cor. 10.16. by which he means, that in the use of this the Holy Spirit conveys, and bestows on Men the Saving renewing Graces which Are the purchases of Christ's precious Death.
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Here then we must wait, in the diligent use of these Ordinances and Means of Grace, that we may enjoy the Spirit's Operations upon us.
Here then we must wait, in the diligent use of these Ordinances and Means of Grace, that we may enjoy the Spirit's Operations upon us.
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And that is encourag'd in Prov. 8.34. where wisdom says, Blessed is he that heareth me watching daily at my gates, waiting at the posts of my doors:
And that is encouraged in Curae 8.34. where Wisdom Says, Blessed is he that hears me watching daily At my gates, waiting At the posts of my doors:
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He that neglects no opportunity of using the means of Wisdom and Vertue. 2. We must earnestly and patiently pray for these Operations of the Holy Spirit.
He that neglects no opportunity of using the means of Wisdom and Virtue. 2. We must earnestly and patiently pray for these Operations of the Holy Spirit.
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This also does he himself direct us to do in Holy Scripture. In Luke 11.13. Our Saviour says, God will give the Holy Spirit to them that ask him.
This also does he himself Direct us to do in Holy Scripture. In Lycia 11.13. Our Saviour Says, God will give the Holy Spirit to them that ask him.
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Prayer for this is therein made necessary; so is it again, James 1.5.
Prayer for this is therein made necessary; so is it again, James 1.5.
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where the Apostle says, If any Man lack Wisdom, let him ask it of God, who gives to all Men liberally,
where the Apostle Says, If any Man lack Wisdom, let him ask it of God, who gives to all Men liberally,
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and upbraids not, and it shall be given him.
and upbraids not, and it shall be given him.
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The same thing is intimated too, in that our Saviour says, Blessed are they that hunger and thirst after Righteousness, for they shall be filled.
The same thing is intimated too, in that our Saviour Says, Blessed Are they that hunger and thirst After Righteousness, for they shall be filled.
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Such eager desire is necessary to obtain, and such shall obtain: And such desire must needs be very importunate and craving.
Such eager desire is necessary to obtain, and such shall obtain: And such desire must needs be very importunate and craving.
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Till we obtain we should persevere to ask.
Till we obtain we should persevere to ask.
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Our Saviour put forth a Parable, we are told, to teach, That Men ought always to pray,
Our Saviour put forth a Parable, we Are told, to teach, That Men ought always to pray,
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and not to faint, (Luke 18.1.) So the Apostle bids us pray without ceasing, (1 Thes. 5.17.) which places may justly encourage us to unwearied Supplications, at least, for spiritual and saving Graces.
and not to faint, (Lycia 18.1.) So the Apostle bids us pray without ceasing, (1 Thebes 5.17.) which places may justly encourage us to unwearied Supplications, At least, for spiritual and Saving Graces.
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3. We must set our selves frequently to a private, and deliberate Meditation on the things reveal'd to us in the Word of God.
3. We must Set our selves frequently to a private, and deliberate Meditation on the things revealed to us in the Word of God.
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This is requisite and useful towards our living well, and therefore to our obtaining the Grace of God.
This is requisite and useful towards our living well, and Therefore to our obtaining the Grace of God.
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Joshua was commanded to meditate in the Law day and night, that he might do well, ( Josh. 1.8.) And the Psalmist pronounces him blessed, who frequently meditates on the Law of God,
joshua was commanded to meditate in the Law day and night, that he might do well, (Josh. 1.8.) And the Psalmist pronounces him blessed, who frequently meditates on the Law of God,
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because such an one, he says, shall be like a Tree planted by the Rivers of Water, bringing forth Fruit in due season, (Psal. 1.) When we separate our selves from worldly business,
Because such an one, he Says, shall be like a Tree planted by the rivers of Water, bringing forth Fruit in due season, (Psalm 1.) When we separate our selves from worldly business,
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and invite good thoughts and motions by reading the Holy Scriptures, or some good Books, we dispose and prepare our selves for the Holy Spirit;
and invite good thoughts and motions by reading the Holy Scriptures, or Some good Books, we dispose and prepare our selves for the Holy Spirit;
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and he who waits, and desires to do us good, will not fail to meet us when we regularly seek him,
and he who waits, and Desires to do us good, will not fail to meet us when we regularly seek him,
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and are prepar'd to entertain him. Meditation cherishes the good motions of the Spirit; in this we cooperate with him.
and Are prepared to entertain him. Meditation Cherishes the good motions of the Spirit; in this we cooperate with him.
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Whenever he works in us, he does it by engaging, and employing our own thoughts about those important matters, which ought to influence and govern us.
Whenever he works in us, he does it by engaging, and employing our own thoughts about those important matters, which ought to influence and govern us.
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4. Lastly, Together with all that has been said, we must make it our great care, that we do not by any thing, grieve or offend the good Spirit of God.
4. Lastly, Together with all that has been said, we must make it our great care, that we do not by any thing, grieve or offend the good Spirit of God.
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He will not dwell with us, if we do not use him with due Reverence and Respects.
He will not dwell with us, if we do not use him with due reverence and Respects.
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We must not think it is no matter how we behave our selves towards him, or that he will bless us with his saving Operations however we regard him.
We must not think it is no matter how we behave our selves towards him, or that he will bless us with his Saving Operations however we regard him.
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It is sufficient caution against this which the Apostle gives, when he says, Grieve not the Holy Spirit of God, by whom ye are sealed unto the day of Redemption, (Ephes. 4.30.) He may be so offended as to forsake us,
It is sufficient caution against this which the Apostle gives, when he Says, Grieve not the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you Are sealed unto the day of Redemption, (Ephesians 4.30.) He may be so offended as to forsake us,
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and leave us to Wickedness and Perdition. Let us carefully observe, then, what would so offend him, and avoid it:
and leave us to Wickedness and Perdition. Let us carefully observe, then, what would so offend him, and avoid it:
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which I shall briefly represent in the following particulars.
which I shall briefly represent in the following particulars.
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1. We must not listen, or yield to any temptations to Sin. These must be carefully avoided as much as we may,
1. We must not listen, or yield to any temptations to Sin. These must be carefully avoided as much as we may,
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and steddily resisted when we cannot avoid them.
and steadily resisted when we cannot avoid them.
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It is a dangerous presumption to put our selves wantonly and needlesly into a state of Temptation,
It is a dangerous presumption to put our selves wantonly and needlessly into a state of Temptation,
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and gives him provocation to withdraw his Care and Assistance.
and gives him provocation to withdraw his Care and Assistance.
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But especially will it displease him to yield to a Temptation, and let it draw us into Sin. The Holy Spirit is displeased at our entertaining any sinful impurities;
But especially will it displease him to yield to a Temptation, and let it draw us into Sin. The Holy Spirit is displeased At our entertaining any sinful Impurities;
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and when we defile his Temple we provoke him to forsake it.
and when we defile his Temple we provoke him to forsake it.
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The unhappy David did not well consider this, when he sinn'd in the matter of Ʋriah. But we find him afterwards sensible of it,
The unhappy David did not well Consider this, when he sinned in the matter of Ʋriah. But we find him afterwards sensible of it,
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and afraid lest the Holy Spirit should abandon him.
and afraid lest the Holy Spirit should abandon him.
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And in his repentance for those Sins, he particularly prays, that he might not suffer this greatest Punishment, ( Psal. 51.11.) Cast me not away from thy presence, (says he) take not thy Holy Spirit from me.
And in his Repentance for those Sins, he particularly prays, that he might not suffer this greatest Punishment, (Psalm 51.11.) Cast me not away from thy presence, (Says he) take not thy Holy Spirit from me.
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2. We must take a great deal of care, that we do not neglect the good Motions of the Holy Spirit, and let them pass unobserv'd;
2. We must take a great deal of care, that we do not neglect the good Motions of the Holy Spirit, and let them pass unobserved;
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and that we do not reject and refuse them.
and that we do not reject and refuse them.
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And there is the more need of our watchfulness and care in this case, because we are liable to slight and refuse his good motions when we are not sensible that we do so.
And there is the more need of our watchfulness and care in this case, Because we Are liable to slight and refuse his good motions when we Are not sensible that we do so.
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The Holy Spirit often moves upon our minds in such a way, that his operations are not be distinguished from the natural Operations of our own minds,
The Holy Spirit often moves upon our minds in such a Way, that his operations Are not be distinguished from the natural Operations of our own minds,
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and the Exercise of our own thoughts.
and the Exercise of our own thoughts.
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Sometimes these are offer'd us under the cover, as we may say, of the Counsel and Advice of a Friend:
Sometime these Are offered us under the cover, as we may say, of the Counsel and advice of a Friend:
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And perhaps even with the reproaches and upbraidings of an Enemy. And they are usually offer'd in the Administrations of his Word and Sacraments.
And perhaps even with the Reproaches and upbraidings of an Enemy. And they Are usually offered in the Administrations of his Word and Sacraments.
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And the misery and folly of Man is great by reason that he does not discern him often times in these things;
And the misery and folly of Man is great by reason that he does not discern him often times in these things;
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and put him as far from our thoughts as we can, and do not concern our selves to please or honour him.
and put him as Far from our thoughts as we can, and do not concern our selves to please or honour him.
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To slight and refuse no good motions, by what means or way soever they may come to offer themselves to us.
To slight and refuse no good motions, by what means or Way soever they may come to offer themselves to us.
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3. We must not delay or put off our compliance with the good motions he offers to excite in us.
3. We must not Delay or put off our compliance with the good motions he offers to excite in us.
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For to do this is to offend him to. He expects and requires a ready and speedy compliance with him.
For to do this is to offend him to. He expects and requires a ready and speedy compliance with him.
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To put off and delay this, is as much as to say, I will not at this time obey him, I will not yet be good.
To put off and Delay this, is as much as to say, I will not At this time obey him, I will not yet be good.
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And this has prov'd fatal to many Souls. They have put off the Holy Spirits Convictions till another time;
And this has proved fatal to many Souls. They have put off the Holy Spirits Convictions till Another time;
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and perhaps the displeasure of God has not let them live till that time:
and perhaps the displeasure of God has not let them live till that time:
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Or if they have done so, they have been by that time hardened in their Sins;
Or if they have done so, they have been by that time hardened in their Sins;
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the Holy Spirit often offended with their delay, is withdrawn; and now they have no will to amend and become Religious:
the Holy Spirit often offended with their Delay, is withdrawn; and now they have no will to amend and become Religious:
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And so, after all, they die in their Sins unrepented of, which all along they proposed to themselves they would take care not to do.
And so, After all, they die in their Sins unrepented of, which all along they proposed to themselves they would take care not to do.
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Let us comply with the Holy Spirit's motions while they are offer'd, because we know not if we delay to do so,
Let us comply with the Holy Spirit's motions while they Are offered, Because we know not if we Delay to do so,
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whether they will ever be offer'd us again or not. God has very plainly said, His Spirit shall not always strive with Man.
whither they will ever be offered us again or not. God has very plainly said, His Spirit shall not always strive with Man.
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4. Lastly, we must especially take care, that we be never lifted up with Pride, when we reflect upon the Grace we have received.
4. Lastly, we must especially take care, that we be never lifted up with Pride, when we reflect upon the Grace we have received.
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We must avoid the trusting in our own Strength, the undertaking any Duty, or any conflict with Temptation without earnest addresses to Heaven for the Assistance of the Holy Spirit;
We must avoid the trusting in our own Strength, the undertaking any Duty, or any conflict with Temptation without earnest Addresses to Heaven for the Assistance of the Holy Spirit;
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or without relying more upon that than our own sufficiency.
or without relying more upon that than our own sufficiency.
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We must also avoid the ascribing to our selves any good that we have done, the applauding and admiring our selves.
We must also avoid the ascribing to our selves any good that we have done, the applauding and admiring our selves.
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We must always exercise the Apostles Humility, who ascribes all his Vertues and good Actions to the Grace of God, 1 Cor. 15.10.
We must always exercise the Apostles Humility, who ascribes all his Virtues and good Actions to the Grace of God, 1 Cor. 15.10.
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By the Grace of God I am what I am, (says he.) We must,
By the Grace of God I am what I am, (Says he.) We must,
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further, avoid the despising or hating our Neighbour, because we think him not so well instructed in Religion,
further, avoid the despising or hating our Neighbour, Because we think him not so well instructed in Religion,
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or not so improv'd in Grace and Vertue as our selves.
or not so improved in Grace and Virtue as our selves.
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We should consider, it is the free Grace of God, which has made any difference that there is between us.
We should Consider, it is the free Grace of God, which has made any difference that there is between us.
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We must exercise compassion to him in his Errour, bear one anothers Infirmities:
We must exercise compassion to him in his Error, bear one another's Infirmities:
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And if any one be overtaken with a fault, they which are Spiritual, must not disdain or hate him for this,
And if any one be overtaken with a fault, they which Are Spiritual, must not disdain or hate him for this,
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but endeavour to restore and recover him with the Spirit of meekness considering our selves,
but endeavour to restore and recover him with the Spirit of meekness considering our selves,
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lest we also be tempted, as the Apostle advises, ( Gal. 6.1.) These are the symptoms and exercises of Pride in this case which we must avoid,
lest we also be tempted, as the Apostle advises, (Gal. 6.1.) These Are the symptoms and exercises of Pride in this case which we must avoid,
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if we would be so happy our selves as to enjoy the perpetual presence, and good influences of the Holy Spirit upon us.
if we would be so happy our selves as to enjoy the perpetual presence, and good influences of the Holy Spirit upon us.
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Let us consider, the Scripture says of God, He knows the proud afar off:
Let us Consider, the Scripture Says of God, He knows the proud afar off:
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And God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace to the lowly, And when it is said, God regardeth the lowly, and the meek will he guide in Judgment, the meek he will teach his way:
And God Resisteth the proud, but gives grace to the lowly, And when it is said, God Regardeth the lowly, and the meek will he guide in Judgement, the meek he will teach his Way:
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These expressions may assure us, that the Holy Spirit requires a meek and humble disposition and state of mind, where he will dwell and bestow his Divine Gifts and Operations.
These expressions may assure us, that the Holy Spirit requires a meek and humble disposition and state of mind, where he will dwell and bestow his Divine Gifts and Operations.
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We must take great care, then, at all times, that no instance of Pride do displease him,
We must take great care, then, At all times, that no instance of Pride do displease him,
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and provoke him to abandon us.
and provoke him to abandon us.
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This is the course which we must observe, to enjoy the Blessed saving Operations of the Holy Spirit.
This is the course which we must observe, to enjoy the Blessed Saving Operations of the Holy Spirit.
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And certainly for so happy, so important, and so necessary Favours it is highly worth our while to do all that we can.
And Certainly for so happy, so important, and so necessary Favours it is highly worth our while to do all that we can.
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Which God of his Infinite Mercy grant we may do, and with great success, through the Merits and Mediation of Jesus Christ:
Which God of his Infinite Mercy grant we may do, and with great success, through the Merits and Mediation of jesus christ:
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To whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour, and Glory, World without End. Amen.
To whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour, and Glory, World without End. Amen.
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2 Cor. 13, 14, later part. And the Communion of the Holy Ghost be with you all.
2 Cor. 13, 14, later part. And the Communion of the Holy Ghost be with you all.
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THE Holy Church does at this season require of us, to commemorate, with Joy and Thankfulness, the Coming of the Holy Ghost,
THE Holy Church does At this season require of us, to commemorate, with Joy and Thankfulness, the Coming of the Holy Ghost,
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or Spirit, into this World, to carry on the Work of Man's Redemption and Salvation:
or Spirit, into this World, to carry on the Work of Man's Redemption and Salvation:
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Because it was at this season that he made his most remarkable and considerable descent for this purpose.
Because it was At this season that he made his most remarkable and considerable descent for this purpose.
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It was at the time of the Jewish Pentecost, next after our blessed Saviour's Passion and Death, that the Apostles and Witnesses of his Resurrection and Ascension, were all, with one accord, in one place, (Acts 2.1, &c.) And suddenly there came a sound from Heaven,
It was At the time of the Jewish Pentecost, next After our blessed Saviour's Passion and Death, that the Apostles and Witnesses of his Resurrection and Ascension, were all, with one accord, in one place, (Acts 2.1, etc.) And suddenly there Come a found from Heaven,
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as of a rushing mighty Wind, and it filled all the House where they were sitting.
as of a rushing mighty Wind, and it filled all the House where they were sitting.
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And there appear'd unto them cloven Tongues, like as of Fire, and it sat upon each of them.
And there appeared unto them cloven Tongues, like as of Fire, and it sat upon each of them.
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And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other Tongues,
And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other Tongues,
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as the Spirit gave them utterance.
as the Spirit gave them utterance.
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When the Fame of this wonderful thing was noised abroad in Jerusalem, and the Multitudes gather'd together to see and hear them,
When the Fame of this wondered thing was noised abroad in Jerusalem, and the Multitudes gathered together to see and hear them,
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and were in a doubtful amazement at what they observ'd, St. Peter gives them a large account of it:
and were in a doubtful amazement At what they observed, Saint Peter gives them a large account of it:
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He tells them, it was what had been foretold by the Prophet Joel: Then he preaches to them concerning the Resurrection of Jesus;
He tells them, it was what had been foretold by the Prophet Joel: Then he Preaches to them Concerning the Resurrection of jesus;
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and after he had shewn them, that this was foretold, he adds also, (Ver. 32, 33.) This Jesus hath God raised up, whereof we are all witnesses.
and After he had shown them, that this was foretold, he adds also, (Ver. 32, 33.) This jesus hath God raised up, whereof we Are all Witnesses.
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Therefore, being by the right hand of God exalted, and having received of the Father the Promise of the Holy Ghost, (says he) he hath shed forth this, which ye now see and hear.
Therefore, being by the right hand of God exalted, and having received of the Father the Promise of the Holy Ghost, (Says he) he hath shed forth this, which you now see and hear.
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This descent of this Divine Person into our World, it is very fit we should particularly remember,
This descent of this Divine Person into our World, it is very fit we should particularly Remember,
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since even we are greatly concern'd in it.
since even we Are greatly concerned in it.
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For we have in this a glorious and most comfortable assurance of our Saviour's ascension into Heaven,
For we have in this a glorious and most comfortable assurance of our Saviour's Ascension into Heaven,
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and of his sitting at the right hand of God:
and of his sitting At the right hand of God:
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For this is it which he said he would obtain, and afford upon his Exaltation to that Dignity and Glory.
For this is it which he said he would obtain, and afford upon his Exaltation to that Dignity and Glory.
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And it proves him true and faithful to perform his Promises, and worthy that we believe,
And it Proves him true and faithful to perform his Promises, and worthy that we believe,
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and rely upon all that he has said.
and rely upon all that he has said.
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It proves him kind still too, and concern'd for our Salvation, tho he is gone into Heaven;
It Proves him kind still too, and concerned for our Salvation, though he is gone into Heaven;
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still mindful of our Interests and Necessities, and to promote our happiness.
still mindful of our Interests and Necessities, and to promote our happiness.
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It shews him also able to save to the uttermost, all that come unto God by him.
It shows him also able to save to the uttermost, all that come unto God by him.
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Farther, it was by vertue of this descent of the Holy Ghost, that the right knowledge of Salvation came to be disperst into all Nations of the Earth:
Farther, it was by virtue of this descent of the Holy Ghost, that the right knowledge of Salvation Come to be dispersed into all nations of the Earth:
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And so it came to pass that we, who are of the Race of the Gentiles, were made acquainted with the true happiness of Mankind,
And so it Come to pass that we, who Are of the Raze of the Gentiles, were made acquainted with the true happiness of Mankind,
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and the true and only way to obtain it.
and the true and only Way to obtain it.
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Thus were the Rebellious, and we among the rest, made obedient, that the Lord God might dwell among them.
Thus were the Rebellious, and we among the rest, made obedient, that the Lord God might dwell among them.
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Now the best and most agreeable manner doubtless of our Celebrating this Divine Person's most signal descent, is to take notice of the ends of his coming into our World:
Now the best and most agreeable manner doubtless of our Celebrating this Divine Person's most signal descent, is to take notice of the ends of his coming into our World:
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To observe what Gifts he comes chiefly to offer and bestow;
To observe what Gifts he comes chiefly to offer and bestow;
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and to excite our desires after them, and dispose our selves to receive them, that so we may duly comply with the end of his coming.
and to excite our Desires After them, and dispose our selves to receive them, that so we may duly comply with the end of his coming.
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These words of the Apostle Saint Paul, which I have read to you, are part of a Prayer which he made for the Church of Corinth, and for all the Saints which were in all Achaia. He makes this request for the People,
These words of the Apostle Saint Paul, which I have read to you, Are part of a Prayer which he made for the Church of Corinth, and for all the Saints which were in all Achaia. He makes this request for the People,
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as well as for the Priests of that Church.
as well as for the Priests of that Church.
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For we find them all concern'd in the Epistle, by the first Chapter and Verse of it, which directs it to them all.
For we find them all concerned in the Epistle, by the First Chapter and Verse of it, which directs it to them all.
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He does in these words make a distinct address to each Person in the Sacred Trinity,
He does in these words make a distinct address to each Person in the Sacred Trinity,
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and implores the Peculiar Favour of each: That Favour which each Divine Person is pleased to afford towards the Salvation of Man;
and implores the Peculiar Favour of each: That Favour which each Divine Person is pleased to afford towards the Salvation of Man;
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and herein he allows, and justifies such a way of address. He beggs for those Christians the Love of God the Father;
and herein he allows, and Justifies such a Way of address. He begs for those Christians the Love of God the Father;
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and that they might attain this by the Grace of Jesus Christ the Son of God, by being Partakers in his merits,
and that they might attain this by the Grace of jesus christ the Son of God, by being Partakers in his merits,
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and by the Blessed Communications of the Holy Spirit; for this is what he means by the Communion of the Holy Ghost;
and by the Blessed Communications of the Holy Spirit; for this is what he means by the Communion of the Holy Ghost;
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he prays that they might receive those Gracious Operations or Communications of that ever blessed Spirit, which give Men an Interest in the purchased Grace of Christ,
he prays that they might receive those Gracious Operations or Communications of that ever blessed Spirit, which give Men an Interest in the purchased Grace of christ,
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and which fit us for, and bring us to the Possession of the Love of God the Father, which in its highest exercise and degree, is our final and compleat Salvation and Happiness.
and which fit us for, and bring us to the Possession of the Love of God the Father, which in its highest exercise and degree, is our final and complete Salvation and Happiness.
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These Communications of the Holy Spirit I am at present to discourse upon, because 'tis requisite, that I confine my self to my Text:
These Communications of the Holy Spirit I am At present to discourse upon, Because it's requisite, that I confine my self to my Text:
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And since that relates to all those of the Church of Corinth, as well the People as the Pastors, we may conclude, that the Communications or Gifts, which the Apostle chiefly means here, are those which are common to all Christians,
And since that relates to all those of the Church of Corinth, as well the People as the Pastors, we may conclude, that the Communications or Gifts, which the Apostle chiefly means Here, Are those which Are Common to all Christians,
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and are necessary and useful to their Salvation.
and Are necessary and useful to their Salvation.
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These are usually call'd the Ordinary Gifts of the Spirit, to distinguish them from those which were given only during the times of the first planting of Christianity in the World,
These Are usually called the Ordinary Gifts of the Spirit, to distinguish them from those which were given only during the times of the First planting of Christianity in the World,
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and for the better planting, and propagating of it;
and for the better planting, and propagating of it;
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such as the gift of Inspired Knowledge of Divine things, the Gift of unstudied Prayer, the Gift of working Miracles, the Gift of Healing, the Gift of Speaking and Understanding divers Languages, and the like.
such as the gift of Inspired Knowledge of Divine things, the Gift of unstudied Prayer, the Gift of working Miracles, the Gift of Healing, the Gift of Speaking and Understanding diverse Languages, and the like.
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These are justly call'd Extraordinary Gifts, because they were given for an extraordinary purpose, which was to Convert the World to Christianity:
These Are justly called Extraordinary Gifts, Because they were given for an extraordinary purpose, which was to Convert the World to Christianity:
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And because they are not the Common Gifts of the Spirit, which he came chiefly to bestow,
And Because they Are not the Common Gifts of the Spirit, which he Come chiefly to bestow,
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and which are necessary and usefull to the Salvation of those who possess them.
and which Are necessary and useful to the Salvation of those who possess them.
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This our Saviour does evidently teach us, in Mat. 7.21, 22, 23. Where he tells us, that some of those who had enjoy'd,
This our Saviour does evidently teach us, in Mathew 7.21, 22, 23. Where he tells us, that Some of those who had enjoyed,
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and exercised these Gifts, shall be found among the Workers of Iniquity, at the great Day of Judgment and Tryal;
and exercised these Gifts, shall be found among the Workers of Iniquity, At the great Day of Judgement and Trial;
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and shall be therefore rejected from the happiness of his Favour and Presence for ever. And they may be call'd extraordinary too, because, as it is evident they are ceased,
and shall be Therefore rejected from the happiness of his Favour and Presence for ever. And they may be called extraordinary too, Because, as it is evident they Are ceased,
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so we may learn from the Apostle, that it was intended they should not continue always in the Church.
so we may Learn from the Apostle, that it was intended they should not continue always in the Church.
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For it is very probable, that this is what he means, when he says, Whether there be Prophesies they shall fail, meaning the Gift of Unstudied Prayer, and Praising of God:
For it is very probable, that this is what he means, when he Says, Whither there be prophecies they shall fail, meaning the Gift of Unstudied Prayer, and Praising of God:
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Whether there be Tongues they shall cease, the Gift of speaking divers Languages: Whether there be Knowledge it shall Vanish away;
Whither there be Tongues they shall cease, the Gift of speaking diverse Languages: Whither there be Knowledge it shall Vanish away;
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that is, the Gift of Inspired Knowledge, such as was in those times attain'd by some, without Education and Study, (1 Cor. 13.8.) For we may suppose him speaking in the following words of the grown state of the Church on Earth, to which those things would in some measure belong,
that is, the Gift of Inspired Knowledge, such as was in those times attained by Some, without Education and Study, (1 Cor. 13.8.) For we may suppose him speaking in the following words of the grown state of the Church on Earth, to which those things would in Some measure belong,
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when it should be past the weakness, and Childhood, of its first planting, should abound in Knowledge,
when it should be passed the weakness, and Childhood, of its First planting, should abound in Knowledge,
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and be rooted and confirm'd in Faith and Love, and so should no longer need those extraordinary Gifts.
and be rooted and confirmed in Faith and Love, and so should no longer need those extraordinary Gifts.
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And he mentions in the close of his Discourse those Gifts, and Communications of the Spirit, which should for ever abide in the Church,
And he mentions in the close of his Discourse those Gifts, and Communications of the Spirit, which should for ever abide in the Church,
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when the other should be ceased.
when the other should be ceased.
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Now there remains, says he, Faith, Hope, and Charity, and the greatest of these is Charity.
Now there remains, Says he, Faith, Hope, and Charity, and the greatest of these is Charity.
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It is apparent that he does not design to speak only of the perfect Felicity of the Saints,
It is apparent that he does not Design to speak only of the perfect Felicity of the Saints,
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tho his Thoughts carried him to hint at that, because he mentions Faith and Hope as remaining, both which we know the final Fruition does put an end to.
though his Thoughts carried him to hint At that, Because he mentions Faith and Hope as remaining, both which we know the final Fruition does put an end to.
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I shall now proceed in the following method of Discourse.
I shall now proceed in the following method of Discourse.
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1. I shall express somewhat particularly, What Gifts, or Communications of the Holy Spirit they are, which may be commonly expected by Christians,
1. I shall express somewhat particularly, What Gifts, or Communications of the Holy Spirit they Are, which may be commonly expected by Christians,
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and which we may seek after. 2. What are the Operations of this Divine Spirit about these.
and which we may seek After. 2. What Are the Operations of this Divine Spirit about these.
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3. What we must do to obtain those Blessed Operations.
3. What we must do to obtain those Blessed Operations.
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In the first place, I shall somewhat particularly mention, what are those Gifts or Communications of the Holy Spirit, which we may expect and receive from him,
In the First place, I shall somewhat particularly mention, what Are those Gifts or Communications of the Holy Spirit, which we may expect and receive from him,
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and which are afforded promiscuously to all Good Christians, as being necessary to our Salvation.
and which Are afforded promiscuously to all Good Christians, as being necessary to our Salvation.
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These are, indeed, all the whole Catalogue of Glorious Graces which Constitute, and Adorn an Excellent Christian.
These Are, indeed, all the Whole Catalogue of Glorious Graces which Constitute, and Adorn an Excellent Christian.
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But it would be too long a task to speak of them all particularly in this Discourse.
But it would be too long a task to speak of them all particularly in this Discourse.
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I shall therefore content my self to mention only two of these;
I shall Therefore content my self to mention only two of these;
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but they shall be such to which the rest may be reduced, as included in the full Latitude of these;
but they shall be such to which the rest may be reduced, as included in the full Latitude of these;
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and these are Faith and Love.
and these Are Faith and Love.
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Under these two Names the Holy Scripture it self does sum up, and comprehend, all that which goes to the Constituting of a good Christian:
Under these two Names the Holy Scripture it self does sum up, and comprehend, all that which Goes to the Constituting of a good Christian:
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In saying, That in Christ Jesus neither Circumcision availeth any thing, nor Ʋncircumcision, but Faith which worketh by Love, (Gal. 5.6.) And these are the Gifts of the Holy Spirit to Mankind.
In saying, That in christ jesus neither Circumcision availeth any thing, nor Ʋncircumcision, but Faith which works by Love, (Gal. 5.6.) And these Are the Gifts of the Holy Spirit to Mankind.
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1. Faith is the Gift of this Divine Person.
1. Faith is the Gift of this Divine Person.
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By Faith I mean, a full, hearty, and powerful perswasion of those things reveal'd in the Gospel, the knowledge and belief of which is necessary to our Salvation.
By Faith I mean, a full, hearty, and powerful persuasion of those things revealed in the Gospel, the knowledge and belief of which is necessary to our Salvation.
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As it was requisite the Holy Spirit should reveal to us what we are to believe,
As it was requisite the Holy Spirit should reveal to us what we Are to believe,
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so it was requisite also, that he should possess us with the belief of it.
so it was requisite also, that he should possess us with the belief of it.
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The mind of Man is in darkness, and Ignorant of the truths which should guide him to his Happiness.
The mind of Man is in darkness, and Ignorant of the truths which should guide him to his Happiness.
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Whence 'tis said of us in general, There is none that understandeth; there is none that seeketh after God:
Whence it's said of us in general, There is none that understands; there is none that seeks After God:
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They are all gone out of the way, Rom. 3.11: 12. And, besides our Ignorance of these things, we have a wretched aversion to them:
They Are all gone out of the Way, Rom. 3.11: 12. And, beside our Ignorance of these things, we have a wretched aversion to them:
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Whence it is given as the Character of wicked Men, That they say unto God depart from us,
Whence it is given as the Character of wicked Men, That they say unto God depart from us,
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for we desire not the Knowledge of thy ways. Job 21.14.
for we desire not the Knowledge of thy ways. Job 21.14.
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And our Saviour says of the Revelations of the Gospel, That altho light be come into the World,
And our Saviour Says of the Revelations of the Gospel, That although Light be come into the World,
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yet do Men love darkness rather than light, because their deeds are evil, (John 3.19.) The Revelations of the Gospel condemn,
yet do Men love darkness rather than Light, Because their Deeds Are evil, (John 3.19.) The Revelations of the Gospel condemn,
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and forbid the common Practices of the World, and are therefore commonly hated by Men. Thus we are disposed to reject them when they are propos'd to us.
and forbid the Common Practices of the World, and Are Therefore commonly hated by Men. Thus we Are disposed to reject them when they Are proposed to us.
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And from both these causes there is a common carelessness among Men about the matters which concern their Salvation.
And from both these Causes there is a Common carelessness among Men about the matters which concern their Salvation.
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And we commonly neither do know, nor do we mind or endeavour to know, wherein our true happiness consists,
And we commonly neither do know, nor do we mind or endeavour to know, wherein our true happiness consists,
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or the way to attain it.
or the Way to attain it.
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But the Holy Spirit, in working this Grace in us, awakens us to a very serious concern about these matters.
But the Holy Spirit, in working this Grace in us, awakens us to a very serious concern about these matters.
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He makes us sensible of our Guilt, and the Misery we are liable to:
He makes us sensible of our Gilded, and the Misery we Are liable to:
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so he renders us humble and teachable, as they appeared at first to be in Acts 2. who at St. Peters Sermon Being pricked in their hearts, cried out to the Apostles, Men and Brethren, What shall we do? Then he gives us a sence of the Importance of those Truths which are proposed to us, shews us how highly we are concerned in them,
so he renders us humble and teachable, as they appeared At First to be in Acts 2. who At Saint Peter's Sermon Being pricked in their hearts, cried out to the Apostles, Men and Brothers, What shall we do? Then he gives us a sense of the Importance of those Truths which Are proposed to us, shows us how highly we Are concerned in them,
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and convinces us, that we must be guided by, and obedient to them, if ever we would be sav'd.
and convinces us, that we must be guided by, and obedient to them, if ever we would be saved.
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Then he makes us embrace those Truths, and value and submit to them in the course of our Lives.
Then he makes us embrace those Truths, and valve and submit to them in the course of our Lives.
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Thus he brings Men to a true, lively, and saving Faith.
Thus he brings Men to a true, lively, and Saving Faith.
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And this Operation of the Holy Spirit, the Scripture means, when it says, The Lord opened the heart of Lydea, that she attended to those things which were spoken by St. Paul, Acts 16.14. That is, She receiv'd and believ'd them:
And this Operation of the Holy Spirit, the Scripture means, when it Says, The Lord opened the heart of Lydea, that she attended to those things which were spoken by Saint Paul, Acts 16.14. That is, She received and believed them:
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For the next Verse says, she was thereupon Baptised.
For the next Verse Says, she was thereupon Baptised.
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In express terms does the Holy Scripture ascribe the Gift of Faith to this Divine Person, in calling it a Fruit of the Spirit, Gal. 5.22.
In express terms does the Holy Scripture ascribe the Gift of Faith to this Divine Person, in calling it a Fruit of the Spirit, Gal. 5.22.
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And this also is meant, when 'tis said, as in Ephes. 2.8. By Grace ye are saved through Faith, and that not of your selves, it is the Gift of God.
And this also is meant, when it's said, as in Ephesians 2.8. By Grace you Are saved through Faith, and that not of your selves, it is the Gift of God.
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2. Another Gift of the Holy Spirit is Love to God.
2. another Gift of the Holy Spirit is Love to God.
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This also we are to our Guilt and Misery destitute of, in the fallen and corrupt state of our Nature.
This also we Are to our Gilded and Misery destitute of, in the fallen and corrupt state of our Nature.
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Therefore the Apostle says, The carnal mind is enmity to God, and is not subject to his Law, Rom. 8.7.
Therefore the Apostle Says, The carnal mind is enmity to God, and is not Subject to his Law, Rom. 8.7.
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We naturally care not to think of him, we live as without God in the World,
We naturally care not to think of him, we live as without God in the World,
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who we suppose are meer Spirits, and therefore it is such, as is able to afflict a Spirit with a sence of Torment and Pain.
who we suppose Are mere Spirits, and Therefore it is such, as is able to afflict a Spirit with a sense of Torment and Pain.
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And such, too, it must be, that it may affect and punish the seperate Souls of Men,
And such, too, it must be, that it may affect and Punish thee separate Souls of Men,
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while their Bodies yet remain disolved into Dust:
while their Bodies yet remain dissolved into Dust:
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as St. Jude says, it does torment the Souls of the wretched People of Sodom. It is also a Fire which in its Nature is Everlasting,
as Saint U^de Says, it does torment the Souls of the wretched People of Sodom. It is also a Fire which in its Nature is Everlasting,
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and therefore is of a different Nature from ours. This is a transient Perishing thing; wasts its own Fuel and then dies it self:
and Therefore is of a different Nature from ours. This is a Transient Perishing thing; wasts its own Fuel and then die it self:
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But that terrible Fire, tho it will exceedingly torment, yet it will never wast the Fuel it feeds upon,
But that terrible Fire, though it will exceedingly torment, yet it will never wast the Fuel it feeds upon,
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nor consume the Wicked Men and Devils, who shall be thrown into it: Nor will it ever languish or go out.
nor consume the Wicked Men and Devils, who shall be thrown into it: Nor will it ever languish or go out.
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It is a peculiar Fire for a peculiar terrible purpose;
It is a peculiar Fire for a peculiar terrible purpose;
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It is something the Divine Wrath has made to be his Instrument to punish and torment his Rebellious Creatures:
It is something the Divine Wrath has made to be his Instrument to Punish and torment his Rebellious Creatures:
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to afflict the Bodies and Souls of Wicked Men, and even Spirits which have no Bodies.
to afflict the Bodies and Souls of Wicked Men, and even Spirits which have no Bodies.
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We must suppose, then, the Wretched Creatures, who are thrown into Hell, to be plung'd into a mighty Sea of Flame:
We must suppose, then, the Wretched Creatures, who Are thrown into Hell, to be plunged into a mighty Sea of Flame:
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The Scripture calls it a Lake of Fire and Brimstone. We may suppose the Damned Wretches pierced through with Fire:
The Scripture calls it a Lake of Fire and Brimstone. We may suppose the Damned Wretches pierced through with Fire:
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Not only scorch'd on their out-side, but all within on Fire, as things that lie in a Furnace are.
Not only scorched on their outside, but all within on Fire, as things that lie in a Furnace Are.
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For this dreadful place is also called a Furnace of Fire, Mat. 13.42. Oh how terrible a Place, and Punishment is prepar'd for Sinners!
For this dreadful place is also called a Furnace of Fire, Mathew 13.42. O how terrible a Place, and Punishment is prepared for Sinners!
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How fearful a thing is it to fall into the Hands of the Living God! Who of us can dwell with devouring Fire! Who can endure Everlasting Burnings!
How fearful a thing is it to fallen into the Hands of the Living God! Who of us can dwell with devouring Fire! Who can endure Everlasting Burnings!
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These Conditions of this Place being, but such as are suitable to the design of it, we may understand them literally.
These Conditions of this Place being, but such as Are suitable to the Design of it, we may understand them literally.
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But if any Obstinately refuse to do so, yet they must grant thus much:
But if any Obstinately refuse to do so, yet they must grant thus much:
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who has him now at his Mercy, and who, he is sure, will shew him no Mercy.
who has him now At his Mercy, and who, he is sure, will show him no Mercy.
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He must blame himself for his Misery on these accounts, that he has pull'd it upon himself by chusing the course which has brought him to it,
He must blame himself for his Misery on these accounts, that he has pulled it upon himself by choosing the course which has brought him to it,
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and that he might have avoided it if he would.
and that he might have avoided it if he would.
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If any one could lay his misery on the score of an eternal Decree, which had determined him to it before he was born:
If any one could lay his misery on the score of an Eternal decree, which had determined him to it before he was born:
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This would exasperate the proud Creature into a Blasphemous rage against God under so exquisite Torments.
This would exasperate the proud Creature into a Blasphemous rage against God under so exquisite Torments.
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But it would also deliver him from the Rebukes of his own Conscience.
But it would also deliver him from the Rebukes of his own Conscience.
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His Misery then would be his Destiny and Fate, not his own mad and foolish choice.
His Misery then would be his Destiny and Fate, not his own mad and foolish choice.
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But this is not the case of any one.
But this is not the case of any one.
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God determines none but Sinners to everlasting Misery, and never passes an irreversible Decree of Punishment on them till they die impenitent.
God determines none but Sinners to everlasting Misery, and never passes an irreversible decree of Punishment on them till they die impenitent.
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So that this will be the Condemnation which every Sinner will be liable to, that he has ruin'd and destroy'd himself:
So that this will be the Condemnation which every Sinner will be liable to, that he has ruined and destroyed himself:
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And when he is in Hell, he will be ever tormented with such stinging thoughts as these.
And when he is in Hell, he will be ever tormented with such stinging thoughts as these.
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Whatever I endure here I must blame none but my self for it! I have brought my self to all this Misery.
Whatever I endure Here I must blame none but my self for it! I have brought my self to all this Misery.
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I was obstinately set upon the course which brought me hither, And when I had sinn'd and deserv'd these things, there was Favour and Mercy offer'd me, upon the conditition of leaving my Sins, but I refus'd it.
I was obstinately Set upon the course which brought me hither, And when I had sinned and deserved these things, there was Favour and Mercy offered me, upon the condition of leaving my Sins, but I refused it.
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I have sold my Soul for nought! I have lost my self in the pursuit of very Trifles!
I have sold my Soul for nought! I have lost my self in the pursuit of very Trifles!
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Oh how vain, how worthless are all those Pleasures, those Profits, and those Honours, for which I incurr'd my Damnation!
O how vain, how worthless Are all those Pleasures, those Profits, and those Honours, for which I incurred my Damnation!
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If all the Kingdoms of the World, and the Glory of them had been offer'd me,
If all the Kingdoms of the World, and the Glory of them had been offered me,
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and I could have enjoy'd them all for as many Millions of years, as there are Sands on the Sea shore;
and I could have enjoyed them all for as many Millions of Years, as there Are Sands on the Sea shore;
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yet I had been a Fool, if all this would have courted me to make my self everlastingly miserable!
yet I had been a Fool, if all this would have courted me to make my self everlastingly miserable!
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O how much more am I such, who for a few moments transient Enjoyments of a very small portion of the World, that is past with me, have sold my self to everlasting Destruction!
O how much more am I such, who for a few moments Transient Enjoyments of a very small portion of the World, that is passed with me, have sold my self to everlasting Destruction!
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Thus will the Condemned Sinner's own mind lash and torment himself.
Thus will the Condemned Sinner's own mind lash and torment himself.
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And a very grievous torment it is for a Man to be angry and quarrel with himself.
And a very grievous torment it is for a Man to be angry and quarrel with himself.
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It is especially, a very sad case with the Sinner in Hell, who has God his very terrible Enemy;
It is especially, a very sad case with the Sinner in Hell, who has God his very terrible Enemy;
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Is confin'd amongst Devils and Wicked Men, his Cruel Enemies; and he is at the same time an Enemy to himself too.
Is confined among Devils and Wicked Men, his Cruel Enemies; and he is At the same time an Enemy to himself too.
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No one else will pity him, nor can he pity himself;
No one Else will pity him, nor can he pity himself;
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and whatever Woes and Torments he endures, he redoubles, and improves them all with this spiteful thought, all this have I brought upon my self.
and whatever Woes and Torments he endures, he redoubles, and improves them all with this spiteful Thought, all this have I brought upon my self.
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And in Hell these lashes and rebukes will give him no intermission, because they will continually be provok'd and edg'd with the Miseries, which he shall there continually endure.
And in Hell these Lashes and rebukes will give him no intermission, Because they will continually be provoked and edged with the Misery's, which he shall there continually endure.
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Thus I have briefly represented the future Punishments of Sinners: And I doubt not but it has been done very imperfectly:
Thus I have briefly represented the future Punishments of Sinners: And I doubt not but it has been done very imperfectly:
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I believe they are such as we cannot now conceive what they will be.
I believe they Are such as we cannot now conceive what they will be.
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But if I have said too much of them, and if they are not so terrible as they are represented, it would be safest to err on this hand,
But if I have said too much of them, and if they Are not so terrible as they Are represented, it would be Safest to err on this hand,
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since the effect of this would be but to render us the more careful to avoid them.
since the Effect of this would be but to render us the more careful to avoid them.
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And without doubt it is better, that we should fear the worst that can be said,
And without doubt it is better, that we should Fear the worst that can be said,
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than that we feel the least that can be true.
than that we feel the least that can be true.
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Let us seriously consider what has been said, that it may beget in us such a fear of God,
Let us seriously Consider what has been said, that it may beget in us such a Fear of God,
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as to make us depart from all Iniquity. Which God of his infinite Mercy Grant through the Merits and Mediation of Jesus Christ. Amen.
as to make us depart from all Iniquity. Which God of his infinite Mercy Grant through the Merits and Mediation of jesus christ. Amen.
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As hope can alleviate the heaviest Griefs, and give some ease under the smartest Pains, so Despair will make the lightest evil heavy and intolerable:
As hope can alleviate the Heaviest Griefs, and give Some ease under the Smartest Pains, so Despair will make the Lightest evil heavy and intolerable:
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And gathers as it were into every moment of his duration, the Terror and Torment of an Eternal Misery.
And gathers as it were into every moment of his duration, the Terror and Torment of an Eternal Misery.
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as well as with what he actually endures:
as well as with what he actually endures:
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And by his thus continually thinking on the Eternity of his Misery, he Afflicts himself with what is to come,
And by his thus continually thinking on the Eternity of his Misery, he Afflicts himself with what is to come,
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He will always remember the terrible sentence of the Judge, which has doom'd him to everlasting Fire.
He will always Remember the terrible sentence of the Judge, which has doomed him to everlasting Fire.
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No, whatever he believes now concerning the duration of those Torments, he will then be assur'd that they shall last for ever:
No, whatever he believes now Concerning the duration of those Torments, he will then be assured that they shall last for ever:
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He cannot gain there so much allay, and ease, as even a false hope would afford:
He cannot gain there so much allay, and ease, as even a false hope would afford:
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He is not able to flatter, to deceive himself with hope:
He is not able to flatter, to deceive himself with hope:
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And despair, accordingly, has got a full possession of his Soul, and afflicts him with all its bitterness:
And despair, accordingly, has god a full possession of his Soul, and afflicts him with all its bitterness:
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As his condition is truly desperate, and remediless; so he knows this.
As his condition is truly desperate, and remediless; so he knows this.
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Does he see himself condemn'd to a dismal place? Does he feel himself confin'd to a most vexatious Society? Does he feel himself universally afflicted with unspeakable Torment? All this his sad thoughts tell him he must endure for ever.
Does he see himself condemned to a dismal place? Does he feel himself confined to a most vexatious Society? Does he feel himself universally afflicted with unspeakable Torment? All this his sad thoughts tell him he must endure for ever.
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Are all his lov'd Pleasures and Joys gone? His own mind assures him they are gone for ever!
are all his loved Pleasures and Joys gone? His own mind assures him they Are gone for ever!
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Whatever grieves and vexes him, has this Additional sting from his own despairing mind, that it shall for ever so grieve and vex him.
Whatever grieves and vexes him, has this Additional sting from his own despairing mind, that it shall for ever so grieve and vex him.
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And he lies continually thinking on the Eternity of his Misery.
And he lies continually thinking on the Eternity of his Misery.
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His own thoughts tell him there, that all the evils he meets with he must endure for ever:
His own thoughts tell him there, that all the evils he meets with he must endure for ever:
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2. Another torment of his mind which he shall endure in Hell, and that is a very bitter Despair.
2. another torment of his mind which he shall endure in Hell, and that is a very bitter Despair.
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and wish he could avoid what he is eternally confin'd to. This leads me to mention,
and wish he could avoid what he is eternally confined to. This leads me to mention,
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And the Sinner in Hell will be a continual torment to himself, as he will continually desire to have what he shall never obtain,
And the Sinner in Hell will be a continual torment to himself, as he will continually desire to have what he shall never obtain,
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while he is condemn'd, and tormented for inflicting them. Thus a passionate, and vicious mind may be a severe torment to it self:
while he is condemned, and tormented for inflicting them. Thus a passionate, and vicious mind may be a severe torment to it self:
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And some blest and happy whom he persecuted, yea blest for those very persecutions which they suffered from him,
And Some blessed and happy whom he persecuted, yea blessed for those very persecutions which they suffered from him,
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And with Envy and Disdain, sees some honour'd whom he despised, some justified whom he condemned, some applauded whom he slandered and reproached:
And with Envy and Disdain, sees Some honoured whom he despised, Some justified whom he condemned, Some applauded whom he slandered and reproached:
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always strugling with Adamantine Chains of Fate, which for all his strugling hold him fast. He is tormented with Envy too, we may believe, against the happy Inhabitants of Heaven.
always struggling with Adamantine Chains of Fate, which for all his struggling hold him fast. He is tormented with Envy too, we may believe, against the happy Inhabitants of Heaven.
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He will therefore be always in a vain contest with one that is too mighty for him;
He will Therefore be always in a vain contest with one that is too mighty for him;
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and therefore, to be sure, cannot do this now.
and Therefore, to be sure, cannot do this now.
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He has never been wont to submit his will to the will and disposal of God,
He has never been wont to submit his will to the will and disposal of God,
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and so make them the more easie and tolerable to himself:
and so make them the more easy and tolerable to himself:
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because it is vain and feeble. The Sinner in Hell cannot humbly submit to his griefs, nor take his Afflictions patiently,
Because it is vain and feeble. The Sinner in Hell cannot humbly submit to his griefs, nor take his Afflictions patiently,
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And if he is possest with such anger and rage, there it will most exquisitely torment him,
And if he is possessed with such anger and rage, there it will most exquisitely torment him,
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How much more, then, must it needs aggravate the severe Torments of Hell.
How much more, then, must it needs aggravate the severe Torments of Hell.
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when they meet with any considerable Affliction, or but a Contradiction to their unreasonable Will and Humour.
when they meet with any considerable Affliction, or but a Contradiction to their unreasonable Will and Humour.
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For we may observe what rage, what defiance of Heaven will sometimes possess such Men here,
For we may observe what rage, what defiance of Heaven will sometime possess such Men Here,
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And it is very likely, that the Sinners in Hell are transported with a vain rage against Almighty God, who deals so severely with them;
And it is very likely, that the Sinners in Hell Are transported with a vain rage against Almighty God, who deals so severely with them;
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They mourn when they consider what they have been, and what they are: What they might have attain'd and enjoy'd, and what they must now endure for ever.
They mourn when they Consider what they have been, and what they Are: What they might have attained and enjoyed, and what they must now endure for ever.
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They live in doleful anguish of mind, they can perceive, they can think of nothing but what gives them grief and sorrow.
They live in doleful anguish of mind, they can perceive, they can think of nothing but what gives them grief and sorrow.
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This we may learn will be the sad case of Sinners in Hell, from our Saviours telling us often, That there is weeping and gnashing of teeth.
This we may Learn will be the sad case of Sinners in Hell, from our Saviors telling us often, That there is weeping and gnashing of teeth.
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He feels pure unmixed sorrow, such as has not the least allay of comfort or Hope.
He feels pure unmixed sorrow, such as has not the least allay of Comfort or Hope.
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and this like a heavy load will oppress him:
and this like a heavy load will oppress him:
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an Immortal Being, shall ever enjoy. From frustrated and vain, yet violent desire, the Sinner must needs conceive an unspeakable sorrow,
an Immortal Being, shall ever enjoy. From frustrated and vain, yet violent desire, the Sinner must needs conceive an unspeakable sorrow,
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And mourns when he considers that such transient, such short and fading delights, were all the Portion of good that he,
And mourns when he considers that such Transient, such short and fading delights, were all the Portion of good that he,
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He thinks with regret and rage how soon they were all gone:
He thinks with regret and rage how soon they were all gone:
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yet he cannot chuse but wish, as he did while he was in them, that they would have endured for ever.
yet he cannot choose but wish, as he did while he was in them, that they would have endured for ever.
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Tho he remembers his guilty Frolicks with remorse, and the causes of his present Misery,
Though he remembers his guilty Frolics with remorse, and the Causes of his present Misery,
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And his Memory will afflict him, by calling to to mind past Frolicks and Pleasures which are now past for ever.
And his Memory will afflict him, by calling to to mind passed Frolics and Pleasures which Are now past for ever.
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He may upon this account feel a torment like a Hunger never satisfied, or an unquenchable Thirst.
He may upon this account feel a torment like a Hunger never satisfied, or an unquenchable Thirst.
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and never shall be repeated any more.
and never shall be repeated any more.
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The Sinner, then, may even in Hell desire and wish for his sensual delights which are all past and gone,
The Sinner, then, may even in Hell desire and wish for his sensual delights which Are all past and gone,
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This distemper seems to dwell still in the mind, and may live there even when it decays and dies in the Body, with the Decay and Death of that.
This distemper seems to dwell still in the mind, and may live there even when it decays and die in the Body, with the Decay and Death of that.
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and the relish of them seem to be lost, yet in that case we shall find in the voluptuous Sinner, a discontent even for the loss of his Appetite to those Pleasures which he formerly doted on.
and the relish of them seem to be lost, yet in that case we shall find in the voluptuous Sinner, a discontent even for the loss of his Appetite to those Pleasures which he formerly doted on.
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For tho' we may observe that in some very mortifying distempers of the Body, the Appetites to some sensual Pleasures,
For though we may observe that in Some very mortifying distempers of the Body, the Appetites to Some sensual Pleasures,
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And when it goes out of the Body it retains still this sordid and mean propensity.
And when it Goes out of the Body it retains still this sordid and mean propensity.
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for it meets, alas, with nothing but evil. The Wretched Sinner had his Soul perhaps enslaved to sensual Pleasure:
for it meets, alas, with nothing but evil. The Wretched Sinner had his Soul perhaps enslaved to sensual Pleasure:
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The Will remains and wishes for good, and pines, and languishes in the want of it;
The Will remains and wishes for good, and pines, and Languishes in the want of it;
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and disappointed of all that they desire.
and disappointed of all that they desire.
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To desire a multitude of things, with the whole force of the Soul too, but to be crost,
To desire a multitude of things, with the Whole force of the Soul too, but to be crossed,
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And there cannot well be a greater Torment, than Violent Desire; But this the Damned Creatures are Condemn'd to endure for ever:
And there cannot well be a greater Torment, than Violent Desire; But this the Damned Creatures Are Condemned to endure for ever:
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It is a Torment which attends every Lust and Passion, that it fills the Wretched Soul with violent and unsatiable Desires:
It is a Torment which attends every Lust and Passion, that it fills the Wretched Soul with violent and unsatiable Desires:
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Lastly, There is another thing which will add yet much more to the Misery of Hell,
Lastly, There is Another thing which will add yet much more to the Misery of Hell,
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and that is, the Self-condemnations and Rebukes of the Sinners own Conscience.
and that is, the Self-condemnations and Rebukes of the Sinners own Conscience.
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7033
This is what the Holy Scripture means by the Worm that never dies, which it tells us will be part of the Torment there.
This is what the Holy Scripture means by the Worm that never die, which it tells us will be part of the Torment there.
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Tho the Condemn'd Sinner be angry with God, who, he thinks, deals unjustly, or too severely with him;
Tho the Condemned Sinner be angry with God, who, he thinks, deals unjustly, or too severely with him;
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7035
yet he is angry with himself too, for exposing himself to the terrible Wrath of God,
yet he is angry with himself too, for exposing himself to the terrible Wrath of God,
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7036
and for provoking against himself, one that is too strong for him;
and for provoking against himself, one that is too strong for him;
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Hell, in a very sensible part of it, begins with Sin, and the Torments of it encrease upon a Man as his Soul is more, and more enslav'd to Wickedness.
Hell, in a very sensible part of it, begins with since, and the Torments of it increase upon a Man as his Soul is more, and more enslaved to Wickedness.
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and he that is subject to them can have no enjoyment of himself.
and he that is Subject to them can have no enjoyment of himself.
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In the Nature of them, they deprive a Man of all Tranquillity and Peace, they make him even a Torment to himself,
In the Nature of them, they deprive a Man of all Tranquillity and Peace, they make him even a Torment to himself,
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They discompose its pleasing Harmony and disturb its easie Peace; they deform it, and fill it with Discords and Confusions.
They discompose its pleasing Harmony and disturb its easy Peace; they deform it, and fill it with Discords and Confusions.
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therefore he must remain subject and enslav'd to them for ever. And Wicked Lusts and Passions are the disorders, the painful distempers of the Soul:
Therefore he must remain Subject and enslaved to them for ever. And Wicked Lustiest and Passion Are the disorders, the painful distempers of the Soul:
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The wretched hardned Sinner was abandon'd to his own Vices and Passions, and he went out of the World possest and govern'd by these;
The wretched hardened Sinner was abandoned to his own Vices and Passion, and he went out of the World possessed and governed by these;
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1. His Violent and Tyrannous Lusts and Passions.
1. His Violent and Tyrannous Lustiest and Passion.
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And there are these three things which make up the unhappy State of his Mind, and do exceedingly add to his Misery, and Punishment.
And there Are these three things which make up the unhappy State of his Mind, and do exceedingly add to his Misery, and Punishment.
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so they are more sensible, and yet more tormenting, than all that has yet been mention'd.
so they Are more sensible, and yet more tormenting, than all that has yet been mentioned.
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And these, I think, we may justly believe, as they are more near, and intimate to him,
And these, I think, we may justly believe, as they Are more near, and intimate to him,
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Let us now take notice of his internal Miseries.
Let us now take notice of his internal Misery's.
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Which I said lies in the unhappy State and Disposition of Mind which every Damned Wretch shall be under.
Which I said lies in the unhappy State and Disposition of Mind which every Damned Wretch shall be under.
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I come now to speak to the Third Head of that Punishment which I mention'd.
I come now to speak to the Third Head of that Punishment which I mentioned.
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Thus we have seen the outward part of their condition who are thrown into Hell: What external Woes and Miseries shall afflict them.
Thus we have seen the outward part of their condition who Are thrown into Hell: What external Woes and Misery's shall afflict them.
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or the properties of things, this may be supposed as a main difference between Humane Souls and other created Spirits.
or the properties of things, this may be supposed as a main difference between Humane Souls and other created Spirits.
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and other Spirits have perhaps some other way of receiving those Notices, and it may be but one way of perceiving all things,
and other Spirits have perhaps Some other Way of receiving those Notices, and it may be but one Way of perceiving all things,
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And while Humane Souls from their frame and constitution do receive the Impressions or Notices of External Objects in those several ways and manners by which our sences convey them while we live in the Body;
And while Humane Souls from their frame and constitution do receive the Impressions or Notices of External Objects in those several ways and manners by which our Senses convey them while we live in the Body;
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and might wish for an allay and refreshment to be communicated in the same way.
and might wish for an allay and refreshment to be communicated in the same Way.
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that is, his Soul might have such an uneasie impression made upon it there, as would have been convey'd to it by a feavourish Thirst of the Body,
that is, his Soul might have such an uneasy impression made upon it there, as would have been conveyed to it by a Favourish Thirst of the Body,
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and wish for a cool drop of Water;
and wish for a cool drop of Water;
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And so it might be, that the separate Soul of the rich Man in the Parable might complain of the torment of Thirst,
And so it might be, that the separate Soul of the rich Man in the Parable might complain of the torment of Thirst,
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as that they may immediately make such Impressions upon the Soul, without the bodily sences, as were convey'd by the sences, and thus make themselves sensible and perceived.
as that they may immediately make such Impressions upon the Soul, without the bodily Senses, as were conveyed by the Senses, and thus make themselves sensible and perceived.
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while the Soul liv'd in a Body, so the Objects in that sad place may be so order'd,
while the Soul lived in a Body, so the Objects in that sad place may be so ordered,
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Because, as external Objects here were brought to the notice of the Mind in several ways, by the several sences,
Because, as external Objects Here were brought to the notice of the Mind in several ways, by the several Senses,
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I have spoken of seeing and hearing and feeling in Hell, as what may agree even to the separate Souls of the Damned when they are without their Bodies:
I have spoken of seeing and hearing and feeling in Hell, as what may agree even to the separate Souls of the Damned when they Are without their Bodies:
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Thus the Damned Creatures, like burning Coals, burn all the more, and all are the more miserable for their being consin'd together in their Misery.
Thus the Damned Creatures, like burning Coals, burn all the more, and all Are the more miserable for their being confined together in their Misery.
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To see the woful distorted looks by which each one is forced to betray the Torments that he feels!
To see the woeful distorted looks by which each one is forced to betray the Torments that he feels!
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and in all parts on a Flame!
and in all parts on a Flame!
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What a gastly Spectacle will it be to see one another surrounded with Flames, peirced through with Fire,
What a ghastly Spectacle will it be to see one Another surrounded with Flames, pierced through with Fire,
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What a harsh and frightful sound will the mixture of their Shrieks, their Groans, and their Ravings make!
What a harsh and frightful found will the mixture of their Shrieks, their Groans, and their Ravings make!
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amidst eternal Howlings, rueful complaints of tortur'd and despairing Creatures!
amid Eternal Howlings, rueful complaints of tortured and despairing Creatures!
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Certainly, then, it will be a very dismal thing to be confin'd in this dark and gloomy House of Mourning;
Certainly, then, it will be a very dismal thing to be confined in this dark and gloomy House of Mourning;
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We are commonly infected with the Sorrows of those whom we converse with; and it makes us sad and Melancholy to sit among those that are so.
We Are commonly infected with the Sorrows of those whom we converse with; and it makes us sad and Melancholy to fit among those that Are so.
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It must, sure, be easie for us to apprehend, that it is a terrible thing to dwell with those who are in continual Torment.
It must, sure, be easy for us to apprehend, that it is a terrible thing to dwell with those who Are in continual Torment.
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which way soever they look they can see none but spectacles of Horror.
which Way soever they look they can see none but spectacles of Horror.
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Every one there, dwells amongst a company of miserable and complaining Creatures. Every one is surrounded with only such;
Every one there, dwells among a company of miserable and complaining Creatures. Every one is surrounded with only such;
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Secondly, This Society will be very uneasie to one another upon this account also, That they all are perfectly miserable.
Secondly, This Society will be very uneasy to one Another upon this account also, That they all Are perfectly miserable.
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and be free from the Vexations of others.
and be free from the Vexations of Others.
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The straitness of their Prison, perhaps, will not allow, that any of them may retire from the rest, to lament his own Miseries alone,
The straitness of their Prison, perhaps, will not allow, that any of them may retire from the rest, to lament his own Misery's alone,
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who will only vex and torment one another.
who will only vex and torment one Another.
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for them to be shut up in one close Prison, who are filled with Envy, Malice and Rage against one another;
for them to be shut up in one close Prison, who Are filled with Envy, Malice and Rage against one Another;
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What a torment may we easily imagine it must be, for implacable and furious Enemies to be confin'd together!
What a torment may we Easily imagine it must be, for implacable and furious Enemies to be confined together!
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But from hence the wretched Company in Hell must needs be very vexatious to one another.
But from hence the wretched Company in Hell must needs be very vexatious to one Another.
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These things are the natural Products and Effects of extream Wickedness, which is always malicious and prone to mischief.
These things Are the natural Products and Effects of extreme Wickedness, which is always malicious and prove to mischief.
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and continue to exercise all the Malice that they can against one another there.
and continue to exercise all the Malice that they can against one Another there.
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Those that made themselves uneasie to one another here, by their mutual Hatred, and frequent Provocations and Injuries, will continue Enemies,
Those that made themselves uneasy to one Another Here, by their mutual Hatred, and frequent Provocations and Injuries, will continue Enemies,
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Every one feels so much misery, as that no one is at leisure, neither is any one disposed for love and condolence.
Every one feels so much misery, as that no one is At leisure, neither is any one disposed for love and condolence.
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Matth. 25.46. former part. And these shall go away into Everlasting Punishment.
Matthew 25.46. former part. And these shall go away into Everlasting Punishment.
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OUR Blessed Saviour having, from the 31st Verse of this Chapter, given a large and particular account of the great Day of Universal Judgment:
OUR Blessed Saviour having, from the 31st Verse of this Chapter, given a large and particular account of the great Day of Universal Judgement:
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He sets down in this Verse, what will be the important Issue and Result of it.
He sets down in this Verse, what will be the important Issue and Result of it.
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This, he says, shall be, that those who are Wicked shall go away into Everlasting Punishment:
This, he Says, shall be, that those who Are Wicked shall go away into Everlasting Punishment:
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And those who shall be found Righteous in that Day, shall be received into Everlasting Life, or Happiness.
And those who shall be found Righteous in that Day, shall be received into Everlasting Life, or Happiness.
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These two different Fates will be the event of the Last Judgment, and will include all Mankind.
These two different Fates will be the event of the Last Judgement, and will include all Mankind.
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To one or other of these do all Humane Actions tend, and every one of us must be finally disposed.
To one or other of these do all Humane Actions tend, and every one of us must be finally disposed.
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In a few words has our Saviour here comprehended, what all that we can say of them cannot fully express.
In a few words has our Saviour Here comprehended, what all that we can say of them cannot Fully express.
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And tho these things are soon spoken so generally, yet it will require an eternity to gain any proportionable conception of them.
And though these things Are soon spoken so generally, yet it will require an eternity to gain any proportionable conception of them.
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But we may now, if we will consider these things well, understand and conceive so much of them as to see, that the evils on the one side are incomparably greater,
But we may now, if we will Consider these things well, understand and conceive so much of them as to see, that the evils on the one side Are incomparably greater,
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and more terrible than all the Afflictions and Calamities of this Life;
and more terrible than all the Afflictions and Calamities of this Life;
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and that the good things on the other side do as much excel all the good things of this World:
and that the good things on the other side do as much excel all the good things of this World:
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Which to know and consider well is highly necessary, and may be very useful to us.
Which to know and Consider well is highly necessary, and may be very useful to us.
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If we apprehend those to be the greatest evils, and good things which shall finally and eternally reward our evil and good Actions in this Life (as upon a due consideration of them we cannot chuse but do) then we shall be most concern'd to avoid the one sort,
If we apprehend those to be the greatest evils, and good things which shall finally and eternally reward our evil and good Actions in this Life (as upon a due consideration of them we cannot choose but do) then we shall be most concerned to avoid the one sort,
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and obtain the other of them; which is the true Wisdom and Interest of this our present Life.
and obtain the other of them; which is the true Wisdom and Interest of this our present Life.
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At present let us consider, that which is represented in our Text, the final sad Portion of wicked Men:
At present let us Consider, that which is represented in our Text, the final sad Portion of wicked Men:
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These shall go away into everlasting Punishment. Which words present us with these two Heads of Meditation;
These shall go away into everlasting Punishment. Which words present us with these two Heads of Meditation;
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the future Punishment of sinners, and the duration of that Punishment;
the future Punishment of Sinners, and the duration of that Punishment;
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so that, they require I should insist upon these two Heads of Discourse on this Subject.
so that, they require I should insist upon these two Heads of Discourse on this Subject.
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1. To represent what will be the final Punishment of wicked Men.
1. To represent what will be the final Punishment of wicked Men.
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2. To shew the Importance and Truth of what is here said of it, That it will be Everlasting.
2. To show the Importance and Truth of what is Here said of it, That it will be Everlasting.
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6826
At this time I shall represent, as fully as I can in a short Discourse, what will be the final Punishment of Wicked Men.
At this time I shall represent, as Fully as I can in a short Discourse, what will be the final Punishment of Wicked Men.
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(92) sermon_proper (DIV2)
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Page 102
6827
And I shall leave out all that has been said to this matter, which seems to have no Foundation,
And I shall leave out all that has been said to this matter, which seems to have no Foundation,
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6828
but uncertain conjecture, and keep to the Intimations of Holy Scripture concerning it.
but uncertain conjecture, and keep to the Intimations of Holy Scripture Concerning it.
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(92) sermon_proper (DIV2)
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Page 102
6829
But let us, I beseech you, apply very serious and attentive Thoughts to so important a Subject:
But let us, I beseech you, apply very serious and attentive Thoughts to so important a Subject:
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(92) sermon_proper (DIV2)
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Page 102
6830
We are going to enquire, what will be the certain end and consequence of a life of Wickedness:
We Are going to inquire, what will be the certain end and consequence of a life of Wickedness:
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(92) sermon_proper (DIV2)
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Page 102
6831
To see what a dismal Fate many thousands of careless, and obstinate sinners have already brought themselves to;
To see what a dismal Fate many thousands of careless, and obstinate Sinners have already brought themselves to;
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6832
and what every wretched Man who lives in any known, willful, and presumptuous Sin is also tending to.
and what every wretched Man who lives in any known, wilful, and presumptuous since is also tending to.
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6833
We are now to look by Faith into the Eternal Prisons of the Damned, that we may by this view be deterr'd from following those ways which lead to Perdition:
We Are now to look by Faith into the Eternal Prisons of the Damned, that we may by this view be deterred from following those ways which led to Perdition:
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Page 102
6834
That by seeing the sad end of other Mens Folly we may learn Wisdom; and that their Misery may occasion our Happiness.
That by seeing the sad end of other Men's Folly we may Learn Wisdom; and that their Misery may occasion our Happiness.
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6835
Now from the Holy Scriptures, we are allow'd to represent the future Punishments under these Three Heads.
Now from the Holy Scriptures, we Are allowed to represent the future Punishments under these Three Heads.
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6836
1. The Conditions or Nature of the Place of Punishment. 2. The sad and uncomfortable Society which will be there.
1. The Conditions or Nature of the Place of Punishment. 2. The sad and uncomfortable Society which will be there.
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6837
3. The State and Disposition of Mind which every Damned Person will be for ever under.
3. The State and Disposition of Mind which every Damned Person will be for ever under.
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6927
this soft and kind Temper comes not there.
this soft and kind Temper comes not there.
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6926
No Order, no respect of Persons is observ'd there; none will pity and compassionate another in Hell;
No Order, no respect of Persons is observed there; none will pity and compassionate Another in Hell;
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6925
These will be levell'd with their Vassals, with those they have commanded or disdain'd, yea, and be subject to their contempt and reproaches.
These will be leveled with their Vassals, with those they have commanded or disdained, yea, and be Subject to their contempt and Reproaches.
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6924
Some of them have been vastly rich, and some dignified and noble: But all these will be huddled and confounded among the vulgar Fry of Mortals there:
some of them have been vastly rich, and Some dignified and noble: But all these will be huddled and confounded among the Vulgar Fry of Mortals there:
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6923
Some few of the Company there will be such as have been Emperors and Kings on Earth, and renowned Captains and Commanders:
some few of the Company there will be such as have been Emperor's and Kings on Earth, and renowned Captains and Commanders:
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6922
He, who by fair Pretences cover'd a false and hypocritical Heart, and made a shift to pass for a Saint among some on Earth, must be sadly abash'd to be found at last among the damned Crue in Hell, by them who knew his Godly Pretences here.
He, who by fair Pretences covered a false and hypocritical Heart, and made a shift to pass for a Saint among Some on Earth, must be sadly abashed to be found At last among the damned Crew in Hell, by them who knew his Godly Pretences Here.
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6921
Those that were known to each other here, if they are known there too, as 'tis likely they are, may, upon many accounts, be very uneasie and grievous to one another.
Those that were known to each other Here, if they Are known there too, as it's likely they Are, may, upon many accounts, be very uneasy and grievous to one Another.
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6920
for these things, when they are all come to the sad end of their wickedness, which before they despised.
for these things, when they Are all come to the sad end of their wickedness, which before they despised.
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6919
Those who tempted and encourag'd one another to do wickedly, who harden'd each other into a contempt and defiance of all good Instruction and wholsom Reproof, will there hate and rage against one another,
Those who tempted and encouraged one Another to do wickedly, who hardened each other into a contempt and defiance of all good Instruction and wholesome Reproof, will there hate and rage against one Another,
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6918
as concern'd, that his Brethren might not come into that place of torment.
as concerned, that his Brothers might not come into that place of torment.
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708
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6917
This seems to be suggested by our Saviour's Parable, concerning the rich Man thrown at his Death into Hell, ( Luke 16.) whom he represents,
This seems to be suggested by our Saviour's Parable, Concerning the rich Man thrown At his Death into Hell, (Lycia 16.) whom he represents,
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708
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6916
Those Companions in Wickedness, who were the most pleasing to each other here, will be some of the most odious and ungrateful there.
Those Sodales in Wickedness, who were the most pleasing to each other Here, will be Some of the most odious and ungrateful there.
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6915
And we may well believe, that wicked Men will be but a very vexatious and uneasie Company to one another there.
And we may well believe, that wicked Men will be but a very vexatious and uneasy Company to one Another there.
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6914
And cursing them for their false suggestions, for their Importunate Temptations, and for being greatly accessary to the Ruine and Damnation of Men.
And cursing them for their false suggestions, for their Importunate Temptations, and for being greatly accessary to the Ruin and Damnation of Men.
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707
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6913
Telling them of the Glory and Bliss which they have thrown themselves from, the Wrath and Vengeance which they, too, have pull'd upon themselves:
Telling them of the Glory and Bliss which they have thrown themselves from, the Wrath and Vengeance which they, too, have pulled upon themselves:
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(92) sermon_proper (DIV2)
707
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6912
And may we not suppose the Damned Men revenging themselves as well as they can upon these Apostate Spirits:
And may we not suppose the Damned Men revenging themselves as well as they can upon these Apostate Spirits:
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707
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6911
How through an Excessive and Vain Care for their Bodies, they have lost their Immortal Souls.
How through an Excessive and Vain Care for their Bodies, they have lost their Immortal Souls.
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(92) sermon_proper (DIV2)
707
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6910
How they fool'd away a precious space of Life on Earth in which they might have gain'd an Everlasting Happiness:
How they fooled away a precious Molle of Life on Earth in which they might have gained an Everlasting Happiness:
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6909
and even of Heaven they have refus'd:
and even of Heaven they have refused:
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707
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6908
May we not believe that the Devils insult over Damned Men, and tell them what hopes of Happiness they are fallen from, what offers of Favour and Mercy,
May we not believe that the Devils insult over Damned Men, and tell them what hope's of Happiness they Are fallen from, what offers of Favour and Mercy,
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707
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6907
We may suppose them continually railing against, and reviling one another.
We may suppose them continually railing against, and reviling one Another.
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6906
The exquisite Pain and Torment which all endure, Transports them with Rage and Cruelty one against another.
The exquisite Pain and Torment which all endure, Transports them with Rage and Cruelty one against Another.
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6905
And Love, and Order, and Government are things too good, too happy for Hell.
And Love, and Order, and Government Are things too good, too happy for Hell.
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(92) sermon_proper (DIV2)
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6904
Perpetual Factions, and Combinations one against another, always banish Peace from thence; Eternal Discords, Furious Contentions, and Uncontroul'd Liberty to do Mischief reign there:
Perpetual Factions, and Combinations one against Another, always banish Peace from thence; Eternal Discords, Furious Contentions, and Uncontrolled Liberty to do Mischief Reign there:
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(92) sermon_proper (DIV2)
707
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6903
All the Company there are extreamly Wicked and Malicious, Hateful, and hating one another. All are Enemies to each other there, all is in a state of War:
All the Company there Are extremely Wicked and Malicious, Hateful, and hating one Another. All Are Enemies to each other there, all is in a state of War:
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(92) sermon_proper (DIV2)
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6902
This we must needs conclude from these two common Qualifications of them: 1. That they are all of them extreamly Wicked and Malicious. 2. That they are all utterly miserable.
This we must needs conclude from these two Common Qualifications of them: 1. That they Are all of them extremely Wicked and Malicious. 2. That they Are all utterly miserable.
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706
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6901
Such as no Comfort, no Pleasure can be derived from it! No, they shall rather greatly encrease the unhappiness of one another.
Such as no Comfort, no Pleasure can be derived from it! No, they shall rather greatly increase the unhappiness of one Another.
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6900
All the Angels that fell into Rebellion against their Maker, and all the Obstinate and Impenitent Wicked Men, that ever died such, in all Ages of the World, shall be confin'd together in Hell. A rueful Company this!
All the Angels that fell into Rebellion against their Maker, and all the Obstinate and Impenitent Wicked Men, that ever died such, in all Ages of the World, shall be confined together in Hell. A rueful Company this!
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6899
from whence we may learn, that they are to dwell with them. And so the Society of Hell is, that of Wicked Men and Devils.
from whence we may Learn, that they Are to dwell with them. And so the Society of Hell is, that of Wicked Men and Devils.
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6898
The Holy Scripture tells us, that Wicked Men shall be condemned, and thrown into the Place of Punishment prepared for the Devil and his Angels;
The Holy Scripture tells us, that Wicked Men shall be condemned, and thrown into the Place of Punishment prepared for the devil and his Angels;
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6897
And this we shall see is such a company as will extreamly add to the Misery and Punishment of Hell.
And this we shall see is such a company as will extremely add to the Misery and Punishment of Hell.
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6896
Let us now, in the second Place, consider the Qulifications of the wretched society there:
Let us now, in the second Place, Consider the Qulifications of the wretched society there:
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706
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6895
It is in the nature and condition of it, such as to be a sad and terrible part of the Punishment.
It is in the nature and condition of it, such as to be a sad and terrible part of the Punishment.
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6894
Thus we must believe concerning the Place of the future Punishments:
Thus we must believe Concerning the Place of the future Punishments:
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6893
This will be the final reward of that which is now gawdy, prosperous, and envied Wickedness.
This will be the final reward of that which is now Gaudy, prosperous, and envied Wickedness.
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6892
This will be the sad end of guilty Mirth and Pleasure!
This will be the sad end of guilty Mirth and Pleasure!
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6891
No part of the Body shall be free from the smarting Punishment, and the whole Soul shall be filled with Misery.
No part of the Body shall be free from the smarting Punishment, and the Whole Soul shall be filled with Misery.
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(92) sermon_proper (DIV2)
705
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6890
And besides this, they shall be vexed with torment and pain, which shall universally possess and afflict them:
And beside this, they shall be vexed with torment and pain, which shall universally possess and afflict them:
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705
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6889
Whatever they have to delight them in this World, they shall enjoy it no more for ever.
Whatever they have to delight them in this World, they shall enjoy it no more for ever.
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705
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6888
The condemn'd Wretches, we must believe, shall enjoy nothing pleasant there:
The condemned Wretches, we must believe, shall enjoy nothing pleasant there:
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6887
that 'tis a sad and melancholy place, altogether contriv'd for Horror: And that the unhappy Creatures there dwell in perpetual, and most exquisite Tortures.
that it's a sad and melancholy place, altogether contrived for Horror: And that the unhappy Creatures there dwell in perpetual, and most exquisite Tortures.
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6886
And then, from the Darkness and Fires which are said to be in Hell, we may conclude, that there will be a dismal want of all Joy and Comfort there;
And then, from the Darkness and Fires which Are said to be in Hell, we may conclude, that there will be a dismal want of all Joy and Comfort there;
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6885
we may reasonably suppose those Punishments will be much more grievous, than the things made use of to represent them are.
we may reasonably suppose those Punishments will be much more grievous, than the things made use of to represent them Are.
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6884
So if it makes use of things which are the most sad and grievous in this World to represent the Future Punishments by;
So if it makes use of things which Are the most sad and grievous in this World to represent the Future Punishments by;
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6883
and after all we are taught, that the Joys of Heaven do incomparably excel those things:
and After all we Are taught, that the Joys of Heaven do incomparably excel those things:
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6882
That as the Holy Scripture sets out to us the Joys and Felicities of Heaven, by things that are the most pleasant, and delightful of this World;
That as the Holy Scripture sets out to us the Joys and Felicities of Heaven, by things that Are the most pleasant, and delightful of this World;
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6838
Let us consider First, What is the Nature and Condition of the place of Punishment which is prepar'd for Sinners, according to what the Holy Scripture tells us concerning it.
Let us Consider First, What is the Nature and Condition of the place of Punishment which is prepared for Sinners, according to what the Holy Scripture tells us Concerning it.
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6839
And since it is a place of Punishment, where Divine Almighty Justice executes deserved Wrath and Vengeance, we may justly believe it must needs be a very dismal place.
And since it is a place of Punishment, where Divine Almighty justice executes deserved Wrath and Vengeance, we may justly believe it must needs be a very dismal place.
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6840
It was first prepar'd we are told for the Devil and his Angels.
It was First prepared we Are told for the devil and his Angels.
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When they rebell'd against their Maker, and Soveraign, and became unworthy to hold any longer the Honour and Happiness of his Presence and Glory in Heaven,
When they rebelled against their Maker, and Sovereign, and became unworthy to hold any longer the Honour and Happiness of his Presence and Glory in Heaven,
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then was this place prepar'd to receive them; where they are to be punish'd as their Wickedness does deserve.
then was this place prepared to receive them; where they Are to be punished as their Wickedness does deserve.
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And without doubt, the nature and state of the Place is such, as to be very suitable to such a Design.
And without doubt, the nature and state of the Place is such, as to be very suitable to such a Design.
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And there are two things, the most certain and considerable, which the Holy Scripture expresly, and particularly tells us concerning this Place.
And there Are two things, the most certain and considerable, which the Holy Scripture expressly, and particularly tells us Concerning this Place.
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1. That it is a place of horrid Darkness.
1. That it is a place of horrid Darkness.
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Our Saviour, speaking of the final Punishment which the hardned unbelieving Jews should bring themselves to, says, They should be cast into outer Darkness, (Mat. 8.12.) In the 30th Verse of this Chapter, He teaches us under the Person of the Wicked and Unprofitable Servant, That Wicked Men shall after the Trial of the Last Judgment, be cast into outer Darkness. St. Jude also speaks of Darkness, as that which Punishes Apostate Angels, in the 6th Verse of his Epistle,
Our Saviour, speaking of the final Punishment which the hardened unbelieving jews should bring themselves to, Says, They should be cast into outer Darkness, (Mathew 8.12.) In the 30th Verse of this Chapter, He Teaches us under the Person of the Wicked and Unprofitable Servant, That Wicked Men shall After the Trial of the Last Judgement, be cast into outer Darkness. Saint U^de also speaks of Darkness, as that which Punishes Apostate Angels, in the 6th Verse of his Epistle,
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and shall punish Wicked Men, in the 13th Verse, To whom, he says, is reserved the Blackness of Darkness for ever.
and shall Punish Wicked Men, in the 13th Verse, To whom, he Says, is reserved the Blackness of Darkness for ever.
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If we understand these places literally it is but reasonable;
If we understand these places literally it is but reasonable;
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since they represent the place but such as is very suitable to the design of it.
since they represent the place but such as is very suitable to the Design of it.
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'Tis a place of Punishment, and Misery; and Darkness, is suitable to such a Design. Light is a chearful pleasant thing;
It's a place of Punishment, and Misery; and Darkness, is suitable to such a Design. Light is a cheerful pleasant thing;
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but Darkness is melancholy and sad. Without doubt a very bright Light, or Glory, will Adorn the Happy Mansions of Heaven,
but Darkness is melancholy and sad. Without doubt a very bright Light, or Glory, will Adorn the Happy Mansions of Heaven,
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and make them the more happy: And so a dismal Darkness may be suppos'd to fully the deep Caves of Hell.
and make them the more happy: And so a dismal Darkness may be supposed to Fully the deep Caves of Hell.
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We may imagine it, then, a place which shall never see the Light of this World's Sun or Moon:
We may imagine it, then, a place which shall never see the Light of this World's Sun or Moon:
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A horrid place which enjoys no other Light, than what may be afforded from smoaky Brimstone Fires.
A horrid place which enjoys no other Light, than what may be afforded from smoky Brimstone Fires.
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If not, perhaps, an absolute Darkness:
If not, perhaps, an absolute Darkness:
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Tho, because it is the darkest place which God has made, it is therefore by St. Jude call'd, according to an Hebrew phrase, the Blackness of Darkness. A gloomy dusky light we may suppose it has,
Though, Because it is the Darkest place which God has made, it is Therefore by Saint U^de called, according to an Hebrew phrase, the Blackness of Darkness. A gloomy dusky Light we may suppose it has,
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because such an one seems to conduce more to the Horror of it, than a a perfect Darkness would do.
Because such an one seems to conduce more to the Horror of it, than a a perfect Darkness would do.
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And besides, 'Tis more agreeable to that other property, which the Holy Scripture attributes to this sad place, which I come next to mention.
And beside, It's more agreeable to that other property, which the Holy Scripture attributes to this sad place, which I come next to mention.
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2. It is said to be sill'd with Fire. Our Saviour, in Mat. 18.8. intimates, That the Punishment of Sinners hereafter will be Everlasting Fire. In the 41th Verse of this Chapter, he says, The Judge (who will be himself) shall at the last Judgment pronounce this sentence upon Wicked Men, Depart from me ye Cursed into Everlasting Fire.
2. It is said to be silled with Fire. Our Saviour, in Mathew 18.8. intimates, That the Punishment of Sinners hereafter will be Everlasting Fire. In the 41th Verse of this Chapter, he Says, The Judge (who will be himself) shall At the last Judgement pronounce this sentence upon Wicked Men, Depart from me you Cursed into Everlasting Fire.
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And the Apostle Jude says of those Sinners who were destroy'd in the Flames of Sodom and Gomorrha, That they are Suffering the vengeance of Eternal Fire.
And the Apostle U^de Says of those Sinners who were destroyed in the Flames of Sodom and Gomorrha, That they Are Suffering the vengeance of Eternal Fire.
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(Verse 7.) Which expression must be understood of what they now endure in the other World, not of those Flames which destroy'd them long ago in this World, ( Hammond in loc and Tract. Hell Torments ) There are some Difficulties in understanding this Fire literally;
(Verse 7.) Which expression must be understood of what they now endure in the other World, not of those Flames which destroyed them long ago in this World, (Hammond in loc and Tract. Hell Torments) There Are Some Difficulties in understanding this Fire literally;
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but yet ye may do it, I think, without any Imposition upon our Reason. What a sort of Fire, indeed, it is, We must not pretend to say:
but yet you may do it, I think, without any Imposition upon our Reason. What a sort of Fire, indeed, it is, We must not pretend to say:
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But that it is very different from that which we are here acquainted with, must be allow'd from what is said of it.
But that it is very different from that which we Are Here acquainted with, must be allowed from what is said of it.
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It is a Fire prepar'd for the Devil and his Angels;
It is a Fire prepared for the devil and his Angels;
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and may be secur'd, he must notwithstanding the Divine Goodness, after that eternally want them. And he is become legally, and Judicially uncapable to receive them. Again;
and may be secured, he must notwithstanding the Divine goodness, After that eternally want them. And he is become legally, and Judicially uncapable to receive them. Again;
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Matth. 25.46. former part. And these shall go away into Everlasting Punishment.
Matthew 25.46. former part. And these shall go away into Everlasting Punishment.
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IT has pleas'd the Great Governour of the World, very justly, to require our Homage and Obedience,
IT has pleased the Great Governor of the World, very justly, to require our Homage and obedience,
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as the Condition of enjoying his Favour, and our Happiness thereby.
as the Condition of enjoying his Favour, and our Happiness thereby.
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And to enforce that Obedience, that we might enjoy his Favour and be blest in it, he has represented to us the Terrors of his Anger,
And to enforce that obedience, that we might enjoy his Favour and be blessed in it, he has represented to us the Terrors of his Anger,
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and declar'd how severely he has determin'd to punish Obstinate, and Impenitent Sinners.
and declared how severely he has determined to Punish Obstinate, and Impenitent Sinners.
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This he has so fully reveal'd and declar'd, as is sufficient, if we consider what he has said, to give us as full and compleat a conception of the Future Punishments as we can possibly attain without feeling them.
This he has so Fully revealed and declared, as is sufficient, if we Consider what he has said, to give us as full and complete a conception of the Future Punishments as we can possibly attain without feeling them.
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This method of the Divine Wisdom and Goodness is very fit to have a mighty force and power upon us.
This method of the Divine Wisdom and goodness is very fit to have a mighty force and power upon us.
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It is reasonable we should fear what he threatens, and that it should restrain or divert us from those things which it is threatned against.
It is reasonable we should Fear what he threatens, and that it should restrain or divert us from those things which it is threatened against.
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But so foolish we are and easie to be deluded, that the adversary of our Souls finds out ways to hinder this.
But so foolish we Are and easy to be deluded, that the adversary of our Souls finds out ways to hinder this.
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He who endeavours to bring us under the sad evils that are threatned, is able in many Men to stifle or weaken the Fear of them.
He who endeavours to bring us under the sad evils that Are threatened, is able in many Men to stifle or weaken the fear of them.
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This he does for the most part, by keeping Men from a sober consideration of these things.
This he does for the most part, by keeping Men from a Sobrium consideration of these things.
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He fills their Minds with other thoughts, and Industriously keeps them entertain'd with the Cares and Pleasures of this World.
He fills their Minds with other thoughts, and Industriously keeps them entertained with the Cares and Pleasures of this World.
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And he easily obtains the diverting of their Minds from the thoughts of such things as these:
And he Easily obtains the diverting of their Minds from the thoughts of such things as these:
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Because, as the sins of Men are very agreeable to their corrupt Inclinations they are of themselves loth to consider or believe how displeasing they are to Almighty God,
Because, as the Sins of Men Are very agreeable to their corrupt Inclinations they Are of themselves loath to Consider or believe how displeasing they Are to Almighty God,
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and how mischievous they are likely to prove themselves.
and how mischievous they Are likely to prove themselves.
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But if he cannot always prevent a Man from looking forward, and bethinking himself, at least in some starts of thought, what is likely to be the Event and Consequence of his Course of Living:
But if he cannot always prevent a Man from looking forward, and bethinking himself, At least in Some starts of Thought, what is likely to be the Event and Consequence of his Course of Living:
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Then, that yet he may not be much alarm'd, this Enemy endeavours to soften the future Punishments,
Then, that yet he may not be much alarmed, this Enemy endeavours to soften the future Punishments,
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and represent them with as little terror as he can.
and represent them with as little terror as he can.
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He helps the bold wit of Man to find out plausible pretences to believe, that God does not mean to fulfil the utmost severity of his Threatnings in this matter:
He helps the bold wit of Man to find out plausible pretences to believe, that God does not mean to fulfil the utmost severity of his Threatenings in this matter:
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and by wit so employ'd, he truly helps a Man certainly to befool himself, and perhaps some others.
and by wit so employed, he truly helps a Man Certainly to befool himself, and perhaps Some Others.
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This Discourse is intended, if it may please God, to frustrate both these Arts of the Adversary upon some.
This Discourse is intended, if it may please God, to frustrate both these Arts of the Adversary upon Some.
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By calling to mind, and reviving the thoughts and consideration of the future Punishments in as many as it shall be communicated to;
By calling to mind, and reviving the thoughts and consideration of the future Punishments in as many as it shall be communicated to;
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and by representing to them these Punishments in their true weight and terror, so far as we may learn this from the Holy Scripture.
and by representing to them these Punishments in their true weight and terror, so Far as we may Learn this from the Holy Scripture.
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It has therefore been said, that the words of our Text do afford us Two Heads of Meditation on this Subject.
It has Therefore been said, that the words of our Text do afford us Two Heads of Meditation on this Subject.
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The First, Concerning the Nature and Kind of the Punishment which is prepar'd and design'd for Wicked Men in the other World.
The First, Concerning the Nature and Kind of the Punishment which is prepared and designed for Wicked Men in the other World.
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The Second, concerning the duration of that Punishment;
The Second, Concerning the duration of that Punishment;
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for the Text says, they shall go away from the Judgment of the Great Day into Punishment,
for the Text Says, they shall go away from the Judgement of the Great Day into Punishment,
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and that Punishment shall be Everlasting. The former of these I have already insisted on and finish'd.
and that Punishment shall be Everlasting. The former of these I have already insisted on and finished.
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And I thought fit to represent the Future Punishment under these Three Heads. 1. It consists partly in the Nature of the Place:
And I Thought fit to represent the Future Punishment under these Three Heads. 1. It consists partly in the Nature of the Place:
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Which I said the Holy Scripture speaks of, as sullied with a gloomy Darkness, and as fill'd with Fire.
Which I said the Holy Scripture speaks of, as sullied with a gloomy Darkness, and as filled with Fire.
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It is certainly destitute of all things comfortable and pleasant, and also furnish'd with that which is exceedingly tormenting and grievous.
It is Certainly destitute of all things comfortable and pleasant, and also furnished with that which is exceedingly tormenting and grievous.
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2. It consists in the Qualifications of the Society which are met with there. These will be the Apostate Angels and Sinful Men:
2. It consists in the Qualifications of the Society which Are met with there. These will be the Apostate Angels and Sinful Men:
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All very uneasie and vexatious to one another, by their extream Wickedness and Malice, and by their common Misery.
All very uneasy and vexatious to one Another, by their extreme Wickedness and Malice, and by their Common Misery.
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3. It consists also partly in the Wretched State and Disposition of the Sinners own mind there.
3. It consists also partly in the Wretched State and Disposition of the Sinners own mind there.
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Who will be vehemently tormented with the violence of his own Passions and Lusts, with his most bitter and perfect despair,
Who will be vehemently tormented with the violence of his own Passion and Lustiest, with his most bitter and perfect despair,
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and with the eternal rebukes of his own Conscience, the gnawings of the never dying Worm.
and with the Eternal rebukes of his own Conscience, the gnawings of the never dying Worm.
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I shall make no more repitition of what was then said; But proceed to the second part of the Discourse:
I shall make no more repartition of what was then said; But proceed to the second part of the Discourse:
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To say what is necessary concerning the duration of this terrible Punishment, which, if it be rightly stated, it will add very much to the terror of the Punishment.
To say what is necessary Concerning the duration of this terrible Punishment, which, if it be rightly stated, it will add very much to the terror of the Punishment.
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And on this Head I purpose to Illustrate a little the import and meaning of this Expression, that we may have the larger,
And on this Head I purpose to Illustrate a little the import and meaning of this Expression, that we may have the larger,
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and more effectual apprehensions concerning it:
and more effectual apprehensions Concerning it:
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And to prove also the Truth of what shall be represented as the import and meaning of it.
And to prove also the Truth of what shall be represented as the import and meaning of it.
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We may, then, observe that these Three things following may be reckon'd included in this, that it is said to be Everlasting. 1. That there will be no interval or intermission of the Torments of Hell. 2. That they will never abate or decay. 3. That they will never come to an end.
We may, then, observe that these Three things following may be reckoned included in this, that it is said to be Everlasting. 1. That there will be no interval or intermission of the Torments of Hell. 2. That they will never abate or decay. 3. That they will never come to an end.
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These Three things I shall a little insist upon, but chiefly on the last of them.
These Three things I shall a little insist upon, but chiefly on the last of them.
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1. The future Miseries design'd for the Punishment of Sinners, will know no intervals or intermissions.
1. The future Misery's designed for the Punishment of Sinners, will know no intervals or intermissions.
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As they are to be Everlasting, they will be continual.
As they Are to be Everlasting, they will be continual.
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They will give the Condemn'd Wretches no respite from vexation and torment, no moments of ease or repose.
They will give the Condemned Wretches no respite from vexation and torment, no moments of ease or repose.
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No beam of chearful Light can ever pierce into that dark World: And the sad Night there is without any rest or sleep.
No beam of cheerful Light can ever pierce into that dark World: And the sad Night there is without any rest or sleep.
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The Fire will continually torment, and the Worm of Conscience continually gnaw;
The Fire will continually torment, and the Worm of Conscience continually gnaw;
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they will constantly despair all of them, and be constantly vexatious and uneasie to one another.
they will constantly despair all of them, and be constantly vexatious and uneasy to one Another.
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Never will the Ears be free from the loud sounds of doleful complaints: Never will the Eyes cease to be afflicted with ghastly and horrid spectacles.
Never will the Ears be free from the loud sounds of doleful complaints: Never will the Eyes cease to be afflicted with ghastly and horrid spectacles.
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In this Life those that are most unhappy, yet have some intervals of Good to allay the evils they meet with;
In this Life those that Are most unhappy, yet have Some intervals of Good to allay the evils they meet with;
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and there is a mixture of some good in our Condition however evil it is: But there is nothing in Hell but pure unmixed and continual Misery:
and there is a mixture of Some good in our Condition however evil it is: But there is nothing in Hell but pure unmixed and continual Misery:
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So the wretches there can at no time entertain themselves with any thing that can divert or deceive their Woes and Sorrows.
So the wretches there can At no time entertain themselves with any thing that can divert or deceive their Woes and Sorrows.
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This the Holy Scripture very plainly teaches us.
This the Holy Scripture very plainly Teaches us.
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St. John speaking of those who shall be thrown into that dismal place of Punishment, says, ( Rev. 14.10, 11.) They shall drink of the Wine of the Wrath of God, which is poured out without mixture,
Saint John speaking of those who shall be thrown into that dismal place of Punishment, Says, (Rev. 14.10, 11.) They shall drink of the Wine of the Wrath of God, which is poured out without mixture,
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and shall be tormented with Fire and Brimstone: And they shall have no rest day nor night.
and shall be tormented with Fire and Brimstone: And they shall have no rest day nor night.
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He means their Torment shall be incessant:
He means their Torment shall be incessant:
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And as day and night do perfectly measure the time of this World, and without any interval succeed each other,
And as day and night do perfectly measure the time of this World, and without any interval succeed each other,
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so their Torments shall without any intermission or respite, measure out their long abode in this place of Punishment.
so their Torments shall without any intermission or respite, measure out their long Abided in this place of Punishment.
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Our Blessed Saviour also may be understood to suggest the same thing in his Parable of the Luxurious and Unmerciful Rich Man, who was thrown into Hell.
Our Blessed Saviour also may be understood to suggest the same thing in his Parable of the Luxurious and Unmerciful Rich Man, who was thrown into Hell.
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Whom he represents as in great Torment, and begging for a little refreshment but could obtain none.
Whom he represents as in great Torment, and begging for a little refreshment but could obtain none.
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No, he could not obtain so short and small a Refreshment, as that of one poor drop of Water, to cool his Tongue for a Moment: as we see, Luke 16.24. There will not be any intermissions of Torment, then, as the foolish Jews imagine:
No, he could not obtain so short and small a Refreshment, as that of one poor drop of Water, to cool his Tongue for a Moment: as we see, Lycia 16.24. There will not be any intermissions of Torment, then, as the foolish jews imagine:
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Who have a fancy among them, that when they begin their Sabbath on Earth, there is a signal given in Hell,
Who have a fancy among them, that when they begin their Sabbath on Earth, there is a signal given in Hell,
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and the wretched Creatures there are released from their Tortures; but when their Sabbath is ended they must return to them again.
and the wretched Creatures there Are released from their Tortures; but when their Sabbath is ended they must return to them again.
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This is a very vain imagination, and has no Ground or Foundation in Holy Scripture, nor does need a Confutation.
This is a very vain imagination, and has no Ground or Foundation in Holy Scripture, nor does need a Confutation.
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2 We must understand from the Word Everlasting in the Text, that the Torments of Hell will continue without any abatement or decay.
2 We must understand from the Word Everlasting in the Text, that the Torments of Hell will continue without any abatement or decay.
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As that Fire will never go out, we are to believe it will never languish or decay.
As that Fire will never go out, we Are to believe it will never languish or decay.
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It is made of a more lasting Nature, than that which we are acquainted with. This is a Temporary World, and all things here are subject to alterations:
It is made of a more lasting Nature, than that which we Are acquainted with. This is a Temporary World, and all things Here Are Subject to alterations:
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But that is an eternal one, and all things in it are steddy and unchangeable. The Wrath of God towards the Condemned Wretches will not abate;
But that is an Eternal one, and all things in it Are steady and unchangeable. The Wrath of God towards the Condemned Wretches will not abate;
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there will be nothing to diminish that:
there will be nothing to diminish that:
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Which is that Breath of the Lord, as the Prophet speaks, that kindles the infernal Flames.
Which is that Breath of the Lord, as the Prophet speaks, that kindles the infernal Flames.
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The behaviour of the abandon'd Sinners under their Misery, is more likely to inflame and increase, than abate it.
The behaviour of the abandoned Sinners under their Misery, is more likely to inflame and increase, than abate it.
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The Almighty can never be aweary of Punishing.
The Almighty can never be weary of Punishing.
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The Divine Wrath, then, will keep up the everlasting Fire continually in all its Vigour and Fury:
The Divine Wrath, then, will keep up the everlasting Fire continually in all its Vigour and Fury:
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And as long as their Misery endures their own self-tormenting thoughts will continue to afflict them too.
And as long as their Misery endures their own self-tormenting thoughts will continue to afflict them too.
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And the Sinners sence of their Miseries will not grow less by their continuance;
And the Sinners sense of their Misery's will not grow less by their Continuance;
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they will not in Hell acquire any such Vertue, as Patience to fortifie, and compose their minds under their Afflictions.
they will not in Hell acquire any such Virtue, as Patience to fortify, and compose their minds under their Afflictions.
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Nor will they ever gain the least glimpse of hope to allay their sorrows. They never have the less to endure for any thing which they have already endured,
Nor will they ever gain the least glimpse of hope to allay their sorrows. They never have the less to endure for any thing which they have already endured,
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and therefore they have not the thoughts of that to comfort them.
and Therefore they have not the thoughts of that to Comfort them.
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Since their Punishment is Everlasting, it will never be near to an end, therefore will never either the hopes,
Since their Punishment is Everlasting, it will never be near to an end, Therefore will never either the hope's,
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or the approach of that abate their sorrows.
or the approach of that abate their sorrows.
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Tho the weary Travellor is most tired at his Journeys end, yet he is comforted and forgets his weariness,
Tho the weary Traveler is most tired At his Journeys end, yet he is comforted and forgets his weariness,
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when he is come within a short prospect of his home.
when he is come within a short prospect of his home.
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But it is not so with the Damned, they have never any prospect of an end of their Miseries to abate their sence of them.
But it is not so with the Damned, they have never any prospect of an end of their Misery's to abate their sense of them.
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They expect nothing but their continuance, and that they will continue in all their extremity, as well as in their duration.
They expect nothing but their Continuance, and that they will continue in all their extremity, as well as in their duration.
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We may observe our Saviour represents the Wicked Rich Man in Hell as denied the least refreshment,
We may observe our Saviour represents the Wicked Rich Man in Hell as denied the least refreshment,
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and even the most transient one that could be imagin'd.
and even the most Transient one that could be imagined.
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As the Damned shall never be favour'd with one Moments absolute and perfect Rest, so they shall neither have any degrees of rest,
As the Damned shall never be favoured with one Moments absolute and perfect Rest, so they shall neither have any Degrees of rest,
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or any refreshment to abate or relax their unspeakable Torments.
or any refreshment to abate or relax their unspeakable Torments.
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3. The last thing mentioned as included in the Word Everlasting is, That the Torment and Misery of the Damned in Hell shall never come to an end.
3. The last thing mentioned as included in the Word Everlasting is, That the Torment and Misery of the Damned in Hell shall never come to an end.
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On this I shall somewhat longer insist, to Illustrate and Prove it. And how considerable! How terrible is this!
On this I shall somewhat longer insist, to Illustrate and Prove it. And how considerable! How terrible is this!
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The Torment and Miseries of the Damned shall never come to an end!
The Torment and Misery's of the Damned shall never come to an end!
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We should often and deliberatly consider so weighty a thing, that it might have its due and suitable impression upon us.
We should often and deliberately Consider so weighty a thing, that it might have its due and suitable impression upon us.
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It is what nearly concerns us all; for this is what we have deserv'd by our Sins;
It is what nearly concerns us all; for this is what we have deserved by our Sins;
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and what we are in great danger of falling into, as we are surrounded with temptations to Sin. That which will never end when it is once begun,
and what we Are in great danger of falling into, as we Are surrounded with temptations to Sin. That which will never end when it is once begun,
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and which will quickly begin with us, if it be not prevented by a speedy Repentance deserves to be very soberly thought upon.
and which will quickly begin with us, if it be not prevented by a speedy Repentance deserves to be very soberly Thought upon.
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Let us, then, fix our thoughts a while upon this matter at present, the rather if any of us have never yet seriously consider'd this important matter.
Let us, then, fix our thoughts a while upon this matter At present, the rather if any of us have never yet seriously considered this important matter.
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Let us consider a little the vastness of an endless Duration. Oh unmeasurable! Oh amazing Eternity!
Let us Consider a little the vastness of an endless Duration. O unmeasurable! O amazing Eternity!
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While we strive to fathom it with our thoughts it is still vastly deeper than they can reach:
While we strive to fathom it with our thoughts it is still vastly Deeper than they can reach:
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While we strive to express it in words all, tho words that we can say beside can never exhaust the full meaning of this one Word Eternity.
While we strive to express it in words all, though words that we can say beside can never exhaust the full meaning of this one Word Eternity.
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No space of time, not even the longest that we can imagine is able to measure this duration.
No Molle of time, not even the longest that we can imagine is able to measure this duration.
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If we should compute, and reckon up how many grains of Sand there are in the whole Earth,
If we should compute, and reckon up how many grains of Sand there Are in the Whole Earth,
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and should put together so many Millions of Years, all that mighty Number would not be able near to reach Eternity.
and should put together so many Millions of years, all that mighty Number would not be able near to reach Eternity.
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If we should suppose the whole space between the Earth, and the highest Skies, consisting of many Thousand Miles in Diameter, all fill'd with grains of the smallest Sand:
If we should suppose the Whole Molle between the Earth, and the highest Skies, consisting of many Thousand Miles in Diameter, all filled with grains of the Smallest Sand:
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And an Angel were appointed to take from this heap one grain of Sand in an Hundred Thousand Years, it would be a very long space of time, we must think before that whole heap would be removed:
And an Angel were appointed to take from this heap one grain of Sand in an Hundred Thousand years, it would be a very long Molle of time, we must think before that Whole heap would be removed:
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Yet would not this long space of time be able near to reach the duration of the Sinners Torments in Hell.
Yet would not this long Molle of time be able near to reach the duration of the Sinners Torments in Hell.
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Yea, if we suppose that whole space of time, how great soever it is to be repeated,
Yea, if we suppose that Whole Molle of time, how great soever it is to be repeated,
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and multiplied as often as there would be single grains in that large heap:
and multiplied as often as there would be single grains in that large heap:
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Yet would not all this be able to measure out the duration of the Sinners Torments in Hell.
Yet would not all this be able to measure out the duration of the Sinners Torments in Hell.
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Neither can we suppose all this to be the one half of Eternity; no nor a quarter, nor an Hundredth part of it!
Neither can we suppose all this to be the one half of Eternity; no nor a quarter, nor an Hundredth part of it!
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All this would bear no proportion to it!
All this would bear no proportion to it!
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When the wretched Sinners have lien thus long in Misery, they have still as long to lie there as ever they had,
When the wretched Sinners have lain thus long in Misery, they have still as long to lie there as ever they had,
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as even at the first moment of their falling into it. Eternity does not wast at all as time does:
as even At the First moment of their falling into it. Eternity does not wast At all as time does:
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There is not the less duration to come for all that is past, because the duration will never be at an end.
There is not the less duration to come for all that is past, Because the duration will never be At an end.
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The Sinners are not at all nearer an end of their Punishment after all this,
The Sinners Are not At all nearer an end of their Punishment After all this,
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nor will ever be nearer an end of it, than they were when they first fell into it!
nor will ever be nearer an end of it, than they were when they First fell into it!
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They will always have an Eternity of Torments to expect and endure!
They will always have an Eternity of Torments to expect and endure!
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And this is the very Hell of Hell, this is that which is most terrible in it!
And this is the very Hell of Hell, this is that which is most terrible in it!
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Oh how should this at present amaze, and affect us! But this is that which Men are most loth to believe of the Future Punishments:
O how should this At present amaze, and affect us! But this is that which Men Are most loath to believe of the Future Punishments:
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And tho it be most evidently and expresly taught us in Holy Scripture yet they find out Cavils against it:
And though it be most evidently and expressly taught us in Holy Scripture yet they find out Cavils against it:
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As indeed it is easie for the wit of Men to do, so as to baffle and confound it self,
As indeed it is easy for the wit of Men to do, so as to baffle and confound it self,
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even in the most evident, and clearest matters.
even in the most evident, and Clearest matters.
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I shall therefore endeavour the confirmation of this Truth, that the future Punishment of Sinners shall never come to an end.
I shall Therefore endeavour the confirmation of this Truth, that the future Punishment of Sinners shall never come to an end.
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This, for method sake, I shall attempt under these Three Heads of Discourse. 1. I shall make it appear, that the Persons of the Damned shall endure for ever. 2. That their Punishment shall also continue for ever. 3. I shall answer some of the chief Objections against this Truth.
This, for method sake, I shall attempt under these Three Heads of Discourse. 1. I shall make it appear, that the Persons of the Damned shall endure for ever. 2. That their Punishment shall also continue for ever. 3. I shall answer Some of the chief Objections against this Truth.
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I begin with the first of these; To prove that the Persons of the Damned shall endure for ever.
I begin with the First of these; To prove that the Persons of the Damned shall endure for ever.
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This I do because some would perswade themselves and others, that the condemned Wretches shall be consum'd in the Fire of Hell, and be turn'd into nothing.
This I do Because Some would persuade themselves and Others, that the condemned Wretches shall be consumed in the Fire of Hell, and be turned into nothing.
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Against which vain imagination these things may be urg'd. It is evident that Mankind were in their Original Constitution designed to endure for ever;
Against which vain imagination these things may be urged. It is evident that Mankind were in their Original Constitution designed to endure for ever;
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we were made with immortal Souls for this purpose: And this is the Excellency and Dignity of our Natures.
we were made with immortal Souls for this purpose: And this is the Excellency and Dignity of our Nature's.
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It is therefore hard to imagine, that God should ever turn to nothing again any such Creatures,
It is Therefore hard to imagine, that God should ever turn to nothing again any such Creatures,
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and certainly is not to be believ'd, unless he has expresly said it, as we shall find he has not.
and Certainly is not to be believed, unless he has expressly said it, as we shall find he has not.
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It is not suitable to the Wisdom and Power of God to alter and change his designs and purposes. Further;
It is not suitable to the Wisdom and Power of God to altar and change his designs and Purposes. Further;
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According to this design of our endless Duration, the Holy Scripture plainly tells us, there shall be a Resurrection both of the Just, and of the Unjust.
According to this Design of our endless Duration, the Holy Scripture plainly tells us, there shall be a Resurrection both of the Just, and of the Unjust.
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The Bodies of Wicked Men shall be raised again, and reunited to their Immortal Souls.
The Bodies of Wicked Men shall be raised again, and Reunited to their Immortal Souls.
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And it is the common condition of the Resurrection, that what before was Corruptible shall then become Incorruptible,
And it is the Common condition of the Resurrection, that what before was Corruptible shall then become Incorruptible,
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and the Mortal Bodies of Men, shall become Immortal.
and the Mortal Bodies of Men, shall become Immortal.
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All shall rise again with spiritual Bodies, and in that respect be as the Angels in Heaven,
All shall rise again with spiritual Bodies, and in that respect be as the Angels in Heaven,
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as our Saviour intimates in his discourse on this Subject with the Sadducees. But what can we imagine this is for,
as our Saviour intimates in his discourse on this Subject with the Sadducees. But what can we imagine this is for,
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but that they shall endure for ever? Can we think that the Bodies of Wicked Men are rais'd Immortal, only to appear before the Tribunal, where they shall be Judg'd,
but that they shall endure for ever? Can we think that the Bodies of Wicked Men Are raised Immortal, only to appear before the Tribunal, where they shall be Judged,
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and then immediately, or after a little while, to be consum'd in the Flames of Hell?
and then immediately, or After a little while, to be consumed in the Flames of Hell?
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But farther, The place of Punishment, and the Instruments of their Torment, are every where in Scripture said to be such as endure for ever. The Fire is everlasting Fire:
But farther, The place of Punishment, and the Instruments of their Torment, Are every where in Scripture said to be such as endure for ever. The Fire is everlasting Fire:
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The Blackness of Darkness that shall endure for ever: And the Worm dieth not.
The Blackness of Darkness that shall endure for ever: And the Worm Dieth not.
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But can we imagine that, he who prepar'd not Hell but for sinful Creatures should continue that when they are consum'd and are no more? Is it to be imagin'd, that an everlasting Fire is prepared to consume,
But can we imagine that, he who prepared not Hell but for sinful Creatures should continue that when they Are consumed and Are no more? Is it to be imagined, that an everlasting Fire is prepared to consume,
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and not rather to torment for ever without consuming? And let us observe what is meant by the Worm which dieth not:
and not rather to torment for ever without consuming? And let us observe what is meant by the Worm which Dieth not:
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This must be allow'd to signifie the Sharp rebukes and upbraidings of the Sinners own Conscience, blaming himself for his own destruction.
This must be allowed to signify the Sharp rebukes and upbraidings of the Sinners own Conscience, blaming himself for his own destruction.
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But can this Worm live when the Sinner dies? Or has he any Conscience to torment him,
But can this Worm live when the Sinner die? Or has he any Conscience to torment him,
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or can he be sensible of any such Torment as self-rebuke who ceases to be?
or can he be sensible of any such Torment as self-rebuke who ceases to be?
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But they who would be of this Opinion pretend to defend it from Scripture;
But they who would be of this Opinion pretend to defend it from Scripture;
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and they urge, that the Scripture speaks of the Damned as destroy'd, and perishing, and as falling under a second Death.
and they urge, that the Scripture speaks of the Damned as destroyed, and perishing, and as falling under a second Death.
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To which it must be said, if we would rightly understand the Holy Scripture, we must let it interpret it self.
To which it must be said, if we would rightly understand the Holy Scripture, we must let it interpret it self.
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And that affords these just prejudices against their Interpretation of those expressions. The Scripture speaks of the Punishment of Sinners as everlasting Punishment, particularly in our Text;
And that affords these just prejudices against their Interpretation of those expressions. The Scripture speaks of the Punishment of Sinners as everlasting Punishment, particularly in our Text;
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But everlasting Punishment must be founded in everlasting being; for that which is not, cannot any longer be said to be punish'd.
But everlasting Punishment must be founded in everlasting being; for that which is not, cannot any longer be said to be punished.
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And it is said of Ungodly Men, (2 Thess. 1.8, 9.) They Shall be punished with everlasting Destruction.
And it is said of Ungodly Men, (2 Thess 1.8, 9.) They Shall be punished with everlasting Destruction.
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This were a very improper way of speaking, if it means only, that they shall be everlastingly destroyed;
This were a very improper Way of speaking, if it means only, that they shall be everlastingly destroyed;
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for such cannot be said to be punish'd with everlasting Destrustion.
for such cannot be said to be punished with everlasting Destruction.
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And it is well enough known, that in all Languages it is very usual to say of some, that they are utterly undone,
And it is well enough known, that in all Languages it is very usual to say of Some, that they Are utterly undone,
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and perish when they continue still to be, but are fallen into a desperate state of Misery, from whence they have no hopes to recover.
and perish when they continue still to be, but Are fallen into a desperate state of Misery, from whence they have no hope's to recover.
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It is observable to our purpose also, that the Holy Scripture uses the Word Life alone for happy Being very frequently, as in Mat. 19.17. where our Saviours says to one.
It is observable to our purpose also, that the Holy Scripture uses the Word Life alone for happy Being very frequently, as in Mathew 19.17. where our Saviors Says to one.
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If thou wilt enter into Life keep the Commandments? and again, in the latter clause of this verse in connexion, with our Text. Which certainly leads us to understand the Word Death in Holy Scripture of miserable Being.
If thou wilt enter into Life keep the commandments? and again, in the latter clause of this verse in connexion, with our Text. Which Certainly leads us to understand the Word Death in Holy Scripture of miserable Being.
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As for the Second Death which Sinners shall fall under it is apparent, that this is spoken of as a Punishment.
As for the Second Death which Sinners shall fallen under it is apparent, that this is spoken of as a Punishment.
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Therefore of good Men, it is said, They shall not be hurt by the second death, Rev. 2.11.
Therefore of good Men, it is said, They shall not be hurt by the second death, Rev. 2.11.
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And the second death shall have no power over such, 'tis said, Rev. 20.6.
And the second death shall have no power over such, it's said, Rev. 20.6.
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But if this be a Punishment, it cannot mean, that those who are thrown into the Everlasting Fire, are consum'd by it and turn'd to nothing:
But if this be a Punishment, it cannot mean, that those who Are thrown into the Everlasting Fire, Are consumed by it and turned to nothing:
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For by this Death they would be released from their Torments. Is it not very evident, that Punishment must rather lie in the enduring of Torment,
For by this Death they would be released from their Torments. Is it not very evident, that Punishment must rather lie in the enduring of Torment,
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than in being released from it? Do not these Men fall into this imagination, that Sinners shall be consum'd and cease to be,
than in being released from it? Do not these Men fallen into this imagination, that Sinners shall be consumed and cease to be,
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as thinking it too severe, that they should be endlesly tormented? And yet will they say, 'tis a Punishment to be consum'd in the Fire of Hell,
as thinking it too severe, that they should be endlessly tormented? And yet will they say, it's a Punishment to be consumed in the Fire of Hell,
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and to be deliver'd from that Torment? But the Scripture it self plainly interprets this Phrase, the second Death, of endless Torment and Misery. In Rev. 20.10. the Apostle says, of those who should be cast into the Lake of Fire and Brimstone, That they shall be tormented day and night for ever and ever.
and to be Delivered from that Torment? But the Scripture it self plainly interprets this Phrase, the second Death, of endless Torment and Misery. In Rev. 20.10. the Apostle Says, of those who should be cast into the Lake of Fire and Brimstone, That they shall be tormented day and night for ever and ever.
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And in the 14th Verse of that Chapter, he says of that Lake of Fire, This is the second death.
And in the 14th Verse of that Chapter, he Says of that Lake of Fire, This is the second death.
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Again of several sorts of Sinners, he says, in Rev. 21.8. They shall have Their part in the Lake which burneth with Fire and Brimstone, which is the second death, wherein he plainly calls their Torment and Misery, the second Death.
Again of several sorts of Sinners, he Says, in Rev. 21.8. They shall have Their part in the Lake which burns with Fire and Brimstone, which is the second death, wherein he plainly calls their Torment and Misery, the second Death.
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So much I think may suffice to prove the first Assertion, That the Persons of the Damned shall endure for ever.
So much I think may suffice to prove the First Assertion, That the Persons of the Damned shall endure for ever.
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The second thing to be prov'd is this, that their Punishment also shall endure for ever:
The second thing to be proved is this, that their Punishment also shall endure for ever:
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Or they shall always be confin'd to a State, and Place of Torment and Misery.
Or they shall always be confined to a State, and Place of Torment and Misery.
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For some would fain believe, that the damned after the enduring a great deal of Misery in Hell, shall be released from their tortures, and translated to Happiness:
For Some would fain believe, that the damned After the enduring a great deal of Misery in Hell, shall be released from their tortures, and translated to Happiness:
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Which vain Opinion has no Foundation in Scripture, but we shall meet with much there against it.
Which vain Opinion has no Foundation in Scripture, but we shall meet with much there against it.
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Let these things following be consider'd.
Let these things following be considered.
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We may observe, That the word which the Holy Scripture makes use of to express the duration of these miseries by, is also often used there, to express the duration of God himself.
We may observe, That the word which the Holy Scripture makes use of to express the duration of these misery's by, is also often used there, to express the duration of God himself.
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Thus the Ancient Greek Translation, which our Saviour, and his Apostles refer to, applies the very word which is used in our Text, particularly, in Isa. 40.28. where 'tis said of God He is the everlasting God.
Thus the Ancient Greek translation, which our Saviour, and his Apostles refer to, Applies the very word which is used in our Text, particularly, in Isaiah 40.28. where it's said of God He is the everlasting God.
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By which it appears, that the Holy Scripture does sometimes mean by this word a duration which is without end;
By which it appears, that the Holy Scripture does sometime mean by this word a duration which is without end;
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and a Learned Critick says, there is not one place in the New Testament, where the word in the Text must be understood of a less duration.
and a Learned Critic Says, there is not one place in the New Testament, where the word in the Text must be understood of a less duration.
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(Hammonds Tract. Hell Torments.)
(Hammonds Tract. Hell Torments.)
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Again, It is to our purpose to observe, That the same word is made use of in the other part of the Verse, where our Text is, to express the Duration of the Future Happiness which shall reward good Men.
Again, It is to our purpose to observe, That the same word is made use of in the other part of the Verse, where our Text is, to express the Duration of the Future Happiness which shall reward good Men.
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If that must be understood to be Eternal, then, we have good reason to believe this will be so too.
If that must be understood to be Eternal, then, we have good reason to believe this will be so too.
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Our Saviour speaks of both exactly in the same manner, and does not give the least intimation of any difference in the duration of them.
Our Saviour speaks of both exactly in the same manner, and does not give the least intimation of any difference in the duration of them.
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Further, The Word which we render Everlasting does, where it is used to signifie a less than endless duration,
Further, The Word which we render Everlasting does, where it is used to signify a less than endless duration,
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yet signifie, that the thing spoken of, shall endure as long as the subject of it does endure.
yet signify, that the thing spoken of, shall endure as long as the Subject of it does endure.
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For instance, when the Prophet Elisha threatned Gehazi (2 Kings 5.27.) That the Leprosie of Naaman should cleave to him, and his Posterity for ever.
For instance, when the Prophet Elisha threatened Gehazi (2 Kings 5.27.) That the Leprosy of Naaman should cleave to him, and his Posterity for ever.
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It means, That he should be infected with that Leprosie as long as he should live,
It means, That he should be infected with that Leprosy as long as he should live,
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and his Race or Posterity as long as they should endure.
and his Raze or Posterity as long as they should endure.
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So that the word according to the lowest signification which ever belongs to it, must mean in our Text, at least, that the damned Persons shall be tormented,
So that the word according to the lowest signification which ever belongs to it, must mean in our Text, At least, that the damned Persons shall be tormented,
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and suffer as long as they continue to be. If then I have prov'd that they shall be for ever;
and suffer as long as they continue to be. If then I have proved that they shall be for ever;
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it follows, that they shall be tormented for ever, since our Text says, their Punishment shall be Everlasting.
it follows, that they shall be tormented for ever, since our Text Says, their Punishment shall be Everlasting.
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Further, Our Saviour forces us to believe thus of the Future Punishment of Sinners, in that large and significant expression concerning it, which we have, in Rev. 20.10. where he says of some wicked Men, that They shall be tormented for ever and ever:
Further, Our Saviour forces us to believe thus of the Future Punishment of Sinners, in that large and significant expression Concerning it, which we have, in Rev. 20.10. where he Says of Some wicked Men, that They shall be tormented for ever and ever:
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Which is an Expression often used in this Book, to signifie the Eternity of God,
Which is an Expression often used in this Book, to signify the Eternity of God,
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and several times to signifie the Duration of the Future Torments of Sinners, and is no where used in any expression where it may be understood to mean less than an endless Duration.
and several times to signify the Duration of the Future Torments of Sinners, and is no where used in any expression where it may be understood to mean less than an endless Duration.
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In that Expression then, our Saviour plainly means, that the Condemned Sinners shall suffer endless Affliction and Torment by the everlasting Fire of Hell.
In that Expression then, our Saviour plainly means, that the Condemned Sinners shall suffer endless Affliction and Torment by the everlasting Fire of Hell.
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And this is also evidently taught us, in Rev. 14.11. Where 'tis said of them, The smoak of their torment shall ascend up for ever and ever.
And this is also evidently taught us, in Rev. 14.11. Where it's said of them, The smoke of their torment shall ascend up for ever and ever.
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But it cannot be, that the smoak of their Torment should ascend for ever and ever,
But it cannot be, that the smoke of their Torment should ascend for ever and ever,
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and yet their Torment should not so endure.
and yet their Torment should not so endure.
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And when the Scripture says of them, Their Worm dieth not, and their Fire shall not be quenched, as Isa. 66.24.
And when the Scripture Says of them, Their Worm Dieth not, and their Fire shall not be quenched, as Isaiah 66.24.
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And three times in the Ninth Chapter of Mark, We must needs understand it, as meaning, that the Condemned Wretches shall always feel the rebukes of their own Consciences, and the pains of Hell.
And three times in the Ninth Chapter of Mark, We must needs understand it, as meaning, that the Condemned Wretches shall always feel the rebukes of their own Consciences, and the pains of Hell.
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And thus I think is this matter also sufficiently prov'd:
And thus I think is this matter also sufficiently proved:
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For it cannot well be imagin'd, how the Eternity of the future Torments, could be exprest in more full, plain,
For it cannot well be imagined, how the Eternity of the future Torments, could be expressed in more full, plain,
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and significant terms than the Scripture uses, in those places which have been produced:
and significant terms than the Scripture uses, in those places which have been produced:
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So that the Adversaries of this Opinion cannot devise any expressions which the Scripture should have used to teach us this,
So that the Adversaries of this Opinion cannot devise any expressions which the Scripture should have used to teach us this,
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if it were intended we should believe it, and which it has not used, or else has used others with as much significancy as they.
if it were intended we should believe it, and which it has not used, or Else has used Others with as much significancy as they.
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I proceed now in the last place to endeavour the confirmation of this, by answering the chief Objections which are urg'd against it:
I proceed now in the last place to endeavour the confirmation of this, by answering the chief Objections which Are urged against it:
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And there are some who urge, that to punish Wicked Men with Everlasting Misery and Torment, does not well agree with the Justice,
And there Are Some who urge, that to Punish Wicked Men with Everlasting Misery and Torment, does not well agree with the justice,
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or with the goodness of God.
or with the Goodness of God.
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Against which Objections we have these things following to say, which I suppose will fully answer them:
Against which Objections we have these things following to say, which I suppose will Fully answer them:
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But at least they will deserve, that no Man should suffer himself to be influenced by them,
But At least they will deserve, that no Man should suffer himself to be influenced by them,
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or presume that they are true. And in the first place it is worthy to be consider'd, That a thing may,
or presume that they Are true. And in the First place it is worthy to be considered, That a thing may,
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well enough accord with the Divine Attributes, which we cannot well apprehend to do so.
well enough accord with the Divine Attributes, which we cannot well apprehend to do so.
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As we cannot by searching find out God, we cannot find out the Almighty to Perfection;
As we cannot by searching find out God, we cannot find out the Almighty to Perfection;
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so 'tis hard for us to determine what does well agree with the Divine Attributes, and what does not.
so it's hard for us to determine what does well agree with the Divine Attributes, and what does not.
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Certainly we must always reckon upon this, that he knows better what it becomes him to do than we can know it.
Certainly we must always reckon upon this, that he knows better what it becomes him to do than we can know it.
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Again, Whatever God does resolve and determine to do is certainly well enough agreeing with the Excellencies and Perfections of his Nature:
Again, Whatever God does resolve and determine to do is Certainly well enough agreeing with the Excellencies and Perfections of his Nature:
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For he will do nothing that is not so.
For he will do nothing that is not so.
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And what he has very manifestly declared, he will do, we may reasonably believe does agree to him:
And what he has very manifestly declared, he will do, we may reasonably believe does agree to him:
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And then, since there is so much ground in Scripture to believe, that God has determin'd and declar'd this thing.
And then, since there is so much ground in Scripture to believe, that God has determined and declared this thing.
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It is a very bold and unreasonable presumption to think it does not suit well with any of his Attributes to do it.
It is a very bold and unreasonable presumption to think it does not suit well with any of his Attributes to do it.
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Further, Whereas some pretend, it is unsuitable to the exact Justice of God to punish the short,
Further, Whereas Some pretend, it is unsuitable to the exact justice of God to Punish the short,
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and transient Sins of Men in this Mortal Life, with Endless Torments in another:
and Transient Sins of Men in this Mortal Life, with Endless Torments in Another:
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It may serve to answer this, that no Government in the World ever thought it a Rule to be observed in Punishing,
It may serve to answer this, that no Government in the World ever Thought it a Rule to be observed in Punishing,
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as required by Equity and Justice, that the Pain and Penalty inflicted should last no longer,
as required by Equity and justice, that the Pain and Penalty inflicted should last no longer,
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than that space of time which the Crime took up in the Commission of it.
than that Molle of time which the Crime took up in the Commission of it.
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Therefore have some been put to Death from whence they can never be restor'd, and some have been Banish'd or Imprisoned for a long time in Punishment of Crimes, which were committed in a very small space of time.
Therefore have Some been put to Death from whence they can never be restored, and Some have been Banished or Imprisoned for a long time in Punishment of Crimes, which were committed in a very small Molle of time.
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And there is good reason for this;
And there is good reason for this;
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because there are other things to be consider'd in the Crimes which are punish'd besides that:
Because there Are other things to be considered in the Crimes which Are punished beside that:
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Other Circumstances may greatly heighten and aggravate the evil of them.
Other circumstances may greatly heighten and aggravate the evil of them.
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And since Justice does require, that the Punishment be proportionate to the Nature of the Crime;
And since justice does require, that the Punishment be proportionate to the Nature of the Crime;
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it does by consequence require, that this circumstance alone should not be the Rule of Punishing.
it does by consequence require, that this circumstance alone should not be the Rule of Punishing.
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But if Men would seriously consider the vile and heinous Nature of Sin, which it derives from the excellency of the Person against whom it is committed;
But if Men would seriously Consider the vile and heinous Nature of since, which it derives from the excellency of the Person against whom it is committed;
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from the meanness of us who oppose, and affront him in all our Wickedness; from the many Obligations which we lie under to love and obey him;
from the meanness of us who oppose, and affront him in all our Wickedness; from the many Obligations which we lie under to love and obey him;
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and from the slight and trivial inducements which draw us into Sin:
and from the slight and trivial inducements which draw us into since:
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I say if these things were well considered, we could not chuse but think, that an eternal Punishment might be justly enough inflicted for so vile and enormous a thing.
I say if these things were well considered, we could not choose but think, that an Eternal Punishment might be justly enough inflicted for so vile and enormous a thing.
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And it is because Men have a very slight opinion of the Nature of Sin, that they fancy the Punishment of it, may be less severe,
And it is Because Men have a very slight opinion of the Nature of since, that they fancy the Punishment of it, may be less severe,
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than the Divine Threatnings do import. We may consider again;
than the Divine Threatenings do import. We may Consider again;
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That it is very just with God, who is an Eternal Being, to retain an eternal Hatred and Displeasure against him, who has justly provoked and deserv'd his displeasure.
That it is very just with God, who is an Eternal Being, to retain an Eternal Hatred and Displeasure against him, who has justly provoked and deserved his displeasure.
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And this is acknowledg'd by those who suppose, that the future Punishment of Sinners does soon consume them, and turn them into nothing.
And this is acknowledged by those who suppose, that the future Punishment of Sinners does soon consume them, and turn them into nothing.
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Again, It must be allow'd to be just, that God should give a Creature such a duration of being,
Again, It must be allowed to be just, that God should give a Creature such a duration of being,
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as he has made it capable of, or design'd it for.
as he has made it capable of, or designed it for.
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Since then he has given Man a being capable of Eternal duration, and seems to have design'd him for it, in the first forming of him, he may justly continue his Being for ever.
Since then he has given Man a being capable of Eternal duration, and seems to have designed him for it, in the First forming of him, he may justly continue his Being for ever.
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And then since he may justly be eternally displeased with this everlasting Creature he may justly exercise his displeasure, and punish him.
And then since he may justly be eternally displeased with this everlasting Creature he may justly exercise his displeasure, and Punish him.
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The Objection from the infinite Goodness of God, is very weak and frivolous upon these accounts.
The Objection from the infinite goodness of God, is very weak and frivolous upon these accounts.
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We must not say, That God exercises his Goodness necessarily: He is a free Agent tho he is good:
We must not say, That God exercises his goodness necessarily: He is a free Agent though he is good:
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And from thence can, as he pleases, exercise his goodness differently, and make some in a greater, some in a less degree partakers of it.
And from thence can, as he Pleases, exercise his Goodness differently, and make Some in a greater, Some in a less degree partakers of it.
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And he can chuse the Objects of Goodness;
And he can choose the Objects of goodness;
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so as to exercise it towards some while he does no more exercise it towards others.
so as to exercise it towards Some while he does no more exercise it towards Others.
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And this Objection is of no force at all, unless we could suppose, that God as he is good, must needs exercise his Goodness for ever to wards all that are capable to partake of his Goodness.
And this Objection is of no force At all, unless we could suppose, that God as he is good, must needs exercise his goodness for ever to wards all that Are capable to partake of his goodness.
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This is not to be said, and therefore it may be, that some Men may lie under eternal Miseries not withstanding the Goodness of God.
This is not to be said, and Therefore it may be, that Some Men may lie under Eternal Misery's not withstanding the goodness of God.
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Further, Such Beings as are naturally capable to partake of the Divine Goodness, may be legally uncapable of it:
Further, Such Beings as Are naturally capable to partake of the Divine goodness, may be legally uncapable of it:
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They may be condemn'd and put into such a State, as the great Governour of the World has determined shall not partake of his Goodness.
They may be condemned and put into such a State, as the great Governor of the World has determined shall not partake of his goodness.
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According to the setled and fixed Order of Government they may fall into such a condition.
According to the settled and fixed Order of Government they may fallen into such a condition.
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And this is the case of condemn'd Sinners in another Life.
And this is the case of condemned Sinners in Another Life.
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It is determin'd very justly that the Favours of the other Life shall be secur'd in this, or be lost for ever:
It is determined very justly that the Favours of the other Life shall be secured in this, or be lost for ever:
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And that they shall be offer'd in this, but not in the other.
And that they shall be offered in this, but not in the other.
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Hence 'tis said in Scripture of the time of this Life, Now is the accepted time, this is the day of Salvation. 2 Cor. 6.2.
Hence it's said in Scripture of the time of this Life, Now is the accepted time, this is the day of Salvation. 2 Cor. 6.2.
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But if it be consistent with the Divine Goodness to prescribe such Rules to it self,
But if it be consistent with the Divine goodness to prescribe such Rules to it self,
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and such Rules are fixed and setled, then he who refuses or neglects to secure the Everlasting Favours of God, during all that time in which they are offer'd,
and such Rules Are fixed and settled, then he who refuses or neglects to secure the Everlasting Favours of God, during all that time in which they Are offered,
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'Tis true, Punishment is not an Exercise of Goodness: But when it comes from God, it is always an exercise of Justice.
It's true, Punishment is not an Exercise of goodness: But when it comes from God, it is always an exercise of justice.
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And God may, as being both good and just, chuse which of these Attributes, he will exercise towards any Beings which are capable of being the Objects of those Exercises.
And God may, as being both good and just, choose which of these Attributes, he will exercise towards any Beings which Are capable of being the Objects of those Exercises.
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He may have mercy on whom he will have mercy, and whom he will, if it be just, he may harden, and punish,
He may have mercy on whom he will have mercy, and whom he will, if it be just, he may harden, and Punish,
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and with-hold his Mercy from them.
and withhold his Mercy from them.
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And it were absurd to imagine, that God, who is insinitely just as well as good, must be partial to either of these Attributes,
And it were absurd to imagine, that God, who is infinitely just as well as good, must be partial to either of these Attributes,
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and exercise without any limits his Goodness, so as to deny himself the opportunity to Exercise or Glorisie his Justice.
and exercise without any Limits his goodness, so as to deny himself the opportunity to Exercise or Glorisie his justice.
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He may as well be supposed in some instances, to let his Goodness give way to his Justice in the Eternal Punishment of some Sinners,
He may as well be supposed in Some instances, to let his goodness give Way to his justice in the Eternal Punishment of Some Sinners,
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as to let his Justice give way to his Goodness in saving others, and making them eternally happy.
as to let his justice give Way to his goodness in Saving Others, and making them eternally happy.
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The former of these is as suitable, as agreeing to the Divine Nature and Attributes as the latter:
The former of these is as suitable, as agreeing to the Divine Nature and Attributes as the latter:
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Everlasting Punishment of some Sinners is as agreeing to him, as the Everlasting Happiness of others.
Everlasting Punishment of Some Sinners is as agreeing to him, as the Everlasting Happiness of Others.
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He Exercises and Glorifies his Goodness on some while they dwell in Life Everlasting;
He Exercises and Glorifies his goodness on Some while they dwell in Life Everlasting;
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and the everlasting Punishment of others for their sins greatly magnifies that Goodness, and adds a mighty lustre to it;
and the everlasting Punishment of Others for their Sins greatly Magnifies that goodness, and adds a mighty lustre to it;
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as it makes it appear from how great misery the happy Saints are deliver'd, which they were liable to, and had deserv'd:
as it makes it appear from how great misery the happy Saints Are Delivered, which they were liable to, and had deserved:
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It makes the Exercise of his Goodness to others the more Glorious; tho it be not an Exercise of Goodness to them.
It makes the Exercise of his goodness to Others the more Glorious; though it be not an Exercise of goodness to them.
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And thus I think the main Objections against this Truth are sufficiently answer'd;
And thus I think the main Objections against this Truth Are sufficiently answered;
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and it is sufficiently confirm'd, that the Punishment of condemn'd Sinners in Hell shall be without End.
and it is sufficiently confirmed, that the Punishment of condemned Sinners in Hell shall be without End.
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It remains now, That we do very seriously consider this matter.
It remains now, That we do very seriously Consider this matter.
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Oh what an important thing is it that both the Rewards, and Punishment of our Life on Earth shall be without end!
O what an important thing is it that both the Rewards, and Punishment of our Life on Earth shall be without end!
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What solicitude and concern should we be possest with to know what we must do to be saved:
What solicitude and concern should we be possessed with to know what we must do to be saved:
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In what course we may avoid these everlasting Miseries! And what care should this make us take of our Life, and Actions!
In what course we may avoid these everlasting Misery's! And what care should this make us take of our Life, and Actions!
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That we might always do well, and abstain from doing Evil; take the way that leads to Life, and avoid the Paths of Perdition!
That we might always do well, and abstain from doing Evil; take the Way that leads to Life, and avoid the Paths of Perdition!
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How should it quicken us to a speedy Repentance of our evil ways, and the forsaking of them!
How should it quicken us to a speedy Repentance of our evil ways, and the forsaking of them!
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To consider, how much Misery it is which, till we repent, we are obnoxious to:
To Consider, how much Misery it is which, till we Repent, we Are obnoxious to:
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To consider that there is nothing but the uncertain remainder of a Frail Life between us and endless Misery!
To Consider that there is nothing but the uncertain remainder of a Frail Life between us and endless Misery!
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That we know not but the next moment may be our last; and if it should be so, and we should die impenitent, we were irrecoverably undone!
That we know not but the next moment may be our last; and if it should be so, and we should die impenitent, we were irrecoverably undone!
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We should consider, we are by our Transgressions become obnoxious and liable to these eternal Punishments:
We should Consider, we Are by our Transgressions become obnoxious and liable to these Eternal Punishments:
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But by the favourable Patience of God we have yet time allow'd us to avoid them if we will.
But by the favourable Patience of God we have yet time allowed us to avoid them if we will.
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As yet is Life propos'd to us; we have Life and Death set before us, and are at liberty to chuse:
As yet is Life proposed to us; we have Life and Death Set before us, and Are At liberty to choose:
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We are told, that Wicked Men shall go away into everlasting Punishment, but the Righteous into Life Everlasting, on purpose that we might fear the fate of the former and avoid it,
We Are told, that Wicked Men shall go away into everlasting Punishment, but the Righteous into Life Everlasting, on purpose that we might Fear the fate of the former and avoid it,
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and desire the Happiness of the latter, and seek, and obtain it.
and desire the Happiness of the latter, and seek, and obtain it.
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And as we have it herein evidently shown us what is our main Interest and Concern,
And as we have it herein evidently shown us what is our main Interest and Concern,
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so we must reckon, that we shall perish with great and sore Aggravation if we neglect it.
so we must reckon, that we shall perish with great and soar Aggravation if we neglect it.
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Which God of his infinite Mercy forbid for the sake of Jesus Christ.
Which God of his infinite Mercy forbid for the sake of jesus christ.
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Rev. 14.13.
Rev. 14.13.
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It would become all Christians, what he says of himself and some others, to be willing rather to be absent from the Body, that they might be present with the Lord. Should a man that has indeed been industrious to prepare for a happy departure hence, be after all that he has done unwilling to depart? Should we be loth to lay down this Flesh,
It would become all Christians, what he Says of himself and Some Others, to be willing rather to be absent from the Body, that they might be present with the Lord. Should a man that has indeed been Industria to prepare for a happy departure hence, be After all that he has done unwilling to depart? Should we be loath to lay down this Flesh,
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and the Temptations of this World, when we shall in Death be translated to Rest, and Safety, and Happiness.
and the Temptations of this World, when we shall in Death be translated to Rest, and Safety, and Happiness.
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they should make us willing to die. Why should we be still fond of living amidst the Miseries, the Labours, the Dangers,
they should make us willing to die. Why should we be still found of living amid the Misery's, the Labours, the Dangers,
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And having taken care to put our selves into this happy posture, the frequent thoughts of this Blessedness should reconcile us to the thoughts of our own Death;
And having taken care to put our selves into this happy posture, the frequent thoughts of this Blessedness should reconcile us to the thoughts of our own Death;
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It is only the Religious and Good Man who is Blessed in his Death, because He rests from his Labours and his Works follow him.
It is only the Religious and Good Man who is Blessed in his Death, Because He rests from his Labours and his Works follow him.
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and betake our selves to all Holiness, and Vertuous Living.
and betake our selves to all Holiness, and Virtuous Living.
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They require, that we take a great deal of care to put our selves into such a posture, that whenever our Death overtakes us, we may die in the Lord. To which purpose we must break off from all manner of Wickedness,
They require, that we take a great deal of care to put our selves into such a posture, that whenever our Death overtakes us, we may die in the Lord. To which purpose we must break off from all manner of Wickedness,
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These things should excite men to an earnest endeavour to prepare themselves for their departure hence.
These things should excite men to an earnest endeavour to prepare themselves for their departure hence.
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Which I shall do very briefly in the following particulars.
Which I shall do very briefly in the following particulars.
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Which is more than, either in this World or that above, they have enjoy'd before. I come now to suggest what Improvement may be made of what has been said:
Which is more than, either in this World or that above, they have enjoyed before. I come now to suggest what Improvement may be made of what has been said:
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and the happy Saints shall be admitted to the immediate Fruition, and the happy Vision of God:
and the happy Saints shall be admitted to the immediate Fruition, and the happy Vision of God:
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Then shall the vail be taken away, the way into the Holiest of all shall be open'd;
Then shall the Vail be taken away, the Way into the Holiest of all shall be opened;
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and the Father, who is eminently call'd God, shall be all in all.
and the Father, who is eminently called God, shall be all in all.
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and Jesus Christ, as the Apostle says, shall deliver up the Kingdom to his Father, his Mediation shall be at an end,
and jesus christ, as the Apostle Says, shall deliver up the Kingdom to his Father, his Mediation shall be At an end,
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And when the time of the general Resurrection is come, and the last Judgment is over,
And when the time of the general Resurrection is come, and the last Judgement is over,
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But all this while they enjoy, in this Sacred Temple where they dwell, the happy presence of Jesus their High Priest:
But all this while they enjoy, in this Sacred Temple where they dwell, the happy presence of jesus their High Priest:
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and treat with them by the intervention of their Mediator.
and Treat with them by the intervention of their Mediator.
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And so long it may seem very fit and agreeable, that the great Judge and Governor of the World do keep them at some distance from himself,
And so long it may seem very fit and agreeable, that the great Judge and Governor of the World do keep them At Some distance from himself,
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They remain in their separate state, under an effect of Sin, and a mark of the Divine Displeasure against it.
They remain in their separate state, under an Effect of since, and a mark of the Divine Displeasure against it.
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And the Scripture leaves us to believe, that the Departed Saints have not yet attained their utmost degree of Bliss in the Beatifick Vision of God.
And the Scripture leaves us to believe, that the Departed Saints have not yet attained their utmost degree of Bliss in the Beatific Vision of God.
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For thus far the Holy Scripture it self does Evidently lead us.
For thus Far the Holy Scripture it self does Evidently led us.
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Thus far, I doubt not, we may go in representing the Blessed state of those who are Dead in the Lord:
Thus Far, I doubt not, we may go in representing the Blessed state of those who Are Dead in the Lord:
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and Adorn'd with Celestial Beauty, and be fashioned like to Christ's Glorious Body.
and Adorned with Celestial Beauty, and be fashioned like to Christ's Glorious Body.
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To consider that the poor, vile, contemptible, mortal Body, which he dwelt in on Earth, shall when 'tis raised again, be Cloathed with Glory,
To Consider that the poor, vile, contemptible, Mortal Body, which he dwelled in on Earth, shall when it's raised again, be Clothed with Glory,
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and assurance of the Resurrection of his own: And especially to see also therein a Pattern of his own raised Body:
and assurance of the Resurrection of his own: And especially to see also therein a Pattern of his own raised Body:
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He is glad of this for his own sake, because he can from thence with great assurance expect, that in due time his dissolv'd Body shall be raised up from the Dust. He is rejoyced to see in the glorified Body of Jesus a certain pledge,
He is glad of this for his own sake, Because he can from thence with great assurance expect, that in due time his dissolved Body shall be raised up from the Dust. He is rejoiced to see in the glorified Body of jesus a certain pledge,
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The Saint is rejoyced at the Dignity and Honour of Jesus, whom he ardently loves, to see him at God's right Hand, invested with Authority and Power over all things in Heaven.
The Saint is rejoiced At the Dignity and Honour of jesus, whom he ardently loves, to see him At God's right Hand, invested with authority and Power over all things in Heaven.
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when they receive the ravishing Loves of the Loving Jesus.
when they receive the ravishing Loves of the Loving jesus.
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No Words certainly can express, no Thought can conceive, the Raptures, the Extasies of Joy, which the happy Saints in Heaven feel,
No Words Certainly can express, no Thought can conceive, the Raptures, the Ecstasies of Joy, which the happy Saints in Heaven feel,
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He, that I may be able to sustain my joy, kindly sustains me.
He, that I may be able to sustain my joy, kindly sustains me.
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and because it is so, His left hand is under my head, while his right hand doth embrace me.
and Because it is so, His left hand is under my head, while his right hand does embrace me.
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O I am almost overcome with Love, the tyrannous pleasure is too much for me to bear;
Oh I am almost overcome with Love, the tyrannous pleasure is too much for me to bear;
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He has brought me now into his banquetting House indeed, and his banner over me is Love.
He has brought me now into his banqueting House indeed, and his banner over me is Love.
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I fit under his shadow with great delight, and O how sweet is his Fruit to my tast.
I fit under his shadow with great delight, and Oh how sweet is his Fruit to my taste.
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so is my beloved among the Sons;
so is my Beloved among the Sons;
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And now, more than ever before, will the Saint have reason to say as the Spouse in that matchless Song of Loves, As the Apple-tree among the Trees of the Wood,
And now, more than ever before, will the Saint have reason to say as the Spouse in that matchless Song of Loves, As the Apple tree among the Trees of the Wood,
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He is always communicating some inestimable expressions of his Love.
He is always communicating Some inestimable expressions of his Love.
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And the Saints Kind and Gracious Master and Lord now heaps Unspeakable Favours and Glorious Honours upon him.
And the Saints Kind and Gracious Master and Lord now heaps Unspeakable Favours and Glorious Honours upon him.
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It shall hear with joy the Loving Jesus say, Well done good and faithful Servant, enter thou into thy Masters Joy.
It shall hear with joy the Loving jesus say, Well done good and faithful Servant, enter thou into thy Masters Joy.
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but especially the Salvation of Mankind highly commended.
but especially the Salvation of Mankind highly commended.
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and the good Works he has done on Earth to the Glory of God, and the Good,
and the good Works he has done on Earth to the Glory of God, and the Good,
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And by him the good Soul shall hear all its excellent Vertues applauded;
And by him the good Soul shall hear all its excellent Virtues applauded;
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He will doubtless receive with great kindness the purchase of his Blood, and of his Care.
He will doubtless receive with great kindness the purchase of his Blood, and of his Care.
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while it abode in this World.
while it Abided in this World.
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with great Patience to bear with many Infirmities and Offences, and to continue still his care of it,
with great Patience to bear with many Infirmities and Offences, and to continue still his care of it,
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Who has lov'd it so well as to sanctifie, and to guide it by his Good Spirit;
Who has loved it so well as to sanctify, and to guide it by his Good Spirit;
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He who lov'd it so well as to come himself from Heaven, and to die, that he might Redeem and Save it:
He who loved it so well as to come himself from Heaven, and to die, that he might redeem and Save it:
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To the Mighty Jesus, the Glorious King of Heaven, and the great Lover of Souls. And without doubt he will receive it with the most ravishing demonstrations of Kindness.
To the Mighty jesus, the Glorious King of Heaven, and the great Lover of Souls. And without doubt he will receive it with the most ravishing demonstrations of Kindness.
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To him, then, the happy Soul of a good Man is soon conducted upon its departure hence:
To him, then, the happy Soul of a good Man is soon conducted upon its departure hence:
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and teaches that even then it dwells in the Blissful Presence of Jesus Christ.
and Teaches that even then it dwells in the Blissful Presence of jesus christ.
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He evidently speaks of the state of the separate Soul, when it is without its Body,
He evidently speaks of the state of the separate Soul, when it is without its Body,
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And be speaks of being Absent from the Body, and present with the Lord, 2 Cor. 5.8.
And be speaks of being Absent from the Body, and present with the Lord, 2 Cor. 5.8.
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and to be with Christ, Phil. 1.23.
and to be with christ, Philip 1.23.
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The Apostle Paul assures us this may be expected in his saying, I have a desire to depart,
The Apostle Paul assures us this may be expected in his saying, I have a desire to depart,
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And in that kind Prayer for his Followers, John 17.24. Father, I will that they whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am, that they may behold my Glory.
And in that kind Prayer for his Followers, John 17.24. Father, I will that they whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am, that they may behold my Glory.
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He himself intimates this, in his saying to the Penitent Thief, This day shalt thou be with me in Paradise:
He himself intimates this, in his saying to the Penitent Thief, This day shalt thou be with me in Paradise:
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they rejoyce in his Glory, and partake of his Love. This the Holy Scripture abundantly teaches us.
they rejoice in his Glory, and partake of his Love. This the Holy Scripture abundantly Teaches us.
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6. The highest point of the Felicity which departed Saints enjoy in their separate State, is, that they dwell with Jesus Christ himself;
6. The highest point of the Felicity which departed Saints enjoy in their separate State, is, that they dwell with jesus christ himself;
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And, then, it must be great and unspeakable Joy to the Saint himself to be brought among those who receive him with so much joy and kindness.
And, then, it must be great and unspeakable Joy to the Saint himself to be brought among those who receive him with so much joy and kindness.
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when he has conquer'd all his Enemies, escaped all Danger, and is landed safe at the Haven of Bliss!
when he has conquered all his Enemies, escaped all Danger, and is landed safe At the Haven of Bliss!
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If there be Joy in Heaven at the Conversion of a Sinner, how much rather will there be great Joy at his Salvation,
If there be Joy in Heaven At the Conversion of a Sinner, how much rather will there be great Joy At his Salvation,
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What welcomes, what applauses, what congratulations will they give him!
What welcomes, what applauses, what congratulations will they give him!
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And with such as these, how kindly, how chearfully must a good Soul be receiv'd at his first coming amongst them!
And with such as these, how kindly, how cheerfully must a good Soul be received At his First coming among them!
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This is the Society to whom the departing Souls of good Men go, and with whom they must dwell for ever!
This is the Society to whom the departing Souls of good Men go, and with whom they must dwell for ever!
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and are admitted to the immediate presence of the King of Heaven, must needs be a very joyous and comfortable thing to the Souls of good Men, especially as it will assure them of the favour and good will of God himself to them.
and Are admitted to the immediate presence of the King of Heaven, must needs be a very joyous and comfortable thing to the Souls of good Men, especially as it will assure them of the favour and good will of God himself to them.
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and the Works of God! And to find them so full of Love, and so abundant in expressions of Kindness, who dwell in the Holiest of all,
and the Works of God! And to find them so full of Love, and so abundant in expressions of Kindness, who dwell in the Holiest of all,
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What their high capacity, and long experience, and great opportunity of Learning has taught them, of the Nature, the Love,
What their high capacity, and long experience, and great opportunity of Learning has taught them, of the Nature, the Love,
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And render their Conversation very charming, when they tell what they know of the Greatness and Goodness of God:
And render their Conversation very charming, when they tell what they know of the Greatness and goodness of God:
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They view the brighter Glories of the Deity, and such as are yet undiscover'd to the Saints:
They view the Brighter Glories of the Deity, and such as Are yet undiscovered to the Saints:
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shall be blest with the frequent visits, and converses of those Kind and Glorious Spirits.
shall be blessed with the frequent visits, and converses of those Kind and Glorious Spirits.
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as Inhabitants of the World above, an innumerable company of Angels. The Souls of good Men in that Happy place;
as Inhabitants of the World above, an innumerable company of Angels. The Souls of good Men in that Happy place;
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Further, To the Society of the Spirits of Just Men made perfect, the Holy Scripture adds,
Further, To the Society of the Spirits of Just Men made perfect, the Holy Scripture adds,
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How much might the strifes, the contentions, and the consusions of this World justly make one long to be there!
How much might the strifes, the contentions, and the confusions of this World justly make one long to be there!
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But all the company do chearfully joyn in the Common Praises, of the most High God, and his Wonderful Works. O happy World! O Blessed Peaceful Society!
But all the company do cheerfully join in the Common Praises, of the most High God, and his Wondered Works. O happy World! O Blessed Peaceful Society!
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or despise what others honour God by: Nor will purchase to themselves a fancied mistaken Purity at the boast of Disobedience:
or despise what Others honour God by: Nor will purchase to themselves a fancied mistaken Purity At the boast of Disobedience:
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How pleasant too is their unanimous concurrence in the high Praises of God! None there dissent from,
How pleasant too is their unanimous concurrence in the high Praises of God! None there dissent from,
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How pleasant and delightful must they, who are so wise, and so full of Love, make themselves to one another!
How pleasant and delightful must they, who Are so wise, and so full of Love, make themselves to one Another!
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And with what ravishing Conversation, with what Indearments, with what charming Discourse may we justly suppose so excellent Persons do entertain one another!
And with what ravishing Conversation, with what Endearments, with what charming Discourse may we justly suppose so excellent Persons do entertain one Another!
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it may be said, every one does in a manner enjoy the Happiness of all, since that is a delight to every one.
it may be said, every one does in a manner enjoy the Happiness of all, since that is a delight to every one.
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All the Company of Heaven are satisfied with their own Happiness, and by mutual Love are pleased with the Happiness and Glory of each other;
All the Company of Heaven Are satisfied with their own Happiness, and by mutual Love Are pleased with the Happiness and Glory of each other;
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and spoil the Pleasures of Society and Conversation, shall be Strangers there.
and spoil the Pleasures of Society and Conversation, shall be Strangers there.
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and all wickedness of Men and Devils is for ever banish'd thence, and by consequence all those Passions and Vices which disquiet this World,
and all wickedness of Men and Devils is for ever banished thence, and by consequence all those Passion and Vices which disquiet this World,
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neither whatsoever loveth or maketh a Lie. All the Company there are perfected Saints;
neither whatsoever loves or makes a Lie. All the Company there Are perfected Saints;
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where he says of the Heavenly Jerusalem, There shall in no wise enter into it any thing that defileth,
where he Says of the Heavenly Jerusalem, There shall in no wise enter into it any thing that Defileth,
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To that Holy Place no unclean thing can come: Which the Apostle seems to tell us, in Rev. 21.27.
To that Holy Place no unclean thing can come: Which the Apostle seems to tell us, in Rev. 21.27.
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No Pride nor Envy, no Malice nor Treachery, no Ambition, nor Covetousness ever come there to disturb the Peace.
No Pride nor Envy, no Malice nor Treachery, no Ambition, nor Covetousness ever come there to disturb the Peace.
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That mighty number is render'd Beautiful by Order, and kept in perfect Peace and Concord, by Reverence to the King of Heaven, and Love to one another.
That mighty number is rendered Beautiful by Order, and kept in perfect Peace and Concord, by reverence to the King of Heaven, and Love to one Another.
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and Kindred, and People, and Languages, as the Apostle seems to represent it, Rev. 7.9.
and Kindred, and People, and Languages, as the Apostle seems to represent it, Rev. 7.9.
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And the Company there is a great multitude, which no Man can number, of all Nations,
And the Company there is a great multitude, which no Man can number, of all nations,
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He shall dwell with the Souls of all the good Men that have ever liv'd in this World:
He shall dwell with the Souls of all the good Men that have ever lived in this World:
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Souls joyn'd below in vertuous Love, and sad at parting here, shall meet again there, and love again, and dwell together for ever.
Souls joined below in virtuous Love, and sad At parting Here, shall meet again there, and love again, and dwell together for ever.
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which was that he most passionately desired before, but it may be could not find means to accomplish it.
which was that he most passionately desired before, but it may be could not find means to accomplish it.
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There he shall meet perhaps many dear Relations, and intimate Friends, and perhaps some Enemies, who shall then, to his great joy and satisfaction, be perfectly reconcil'd to him;
There he shall meet perhaps many dear Relations, and intimate Friends, and perhaps Some Enemies, who shall then, to his great joy and satisfaction, be perfectly reconciled to him;
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With the goodly fellowship of the Prophets and Apostles, the Noble Army of Martyrs and Confessors.
With the goodly fellowship of the prophets and Apostles, the Noble Army of Martyrs and Confessors.
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or, heard or read of in this World:
or, herd or read of in this World:
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He, then, meets and shall dwell for ever with, all those excellent Persons, those brave examples of Piety and Vertue whom he has seen,
He, then, meets and shall dwell for ever with, all those excellent Persons, those brave Examples of Piety and Virtue whom he has seen,
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He shall therefore here enjoy much, and that very excellent Society.
He shall Therefore Here enjoy much, and that very excellent Society.
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He shall not spend his long abode there in an uncomfortable Solitude: Even in this Paradise it would not be good for Man to be alone.
He shall not spend his long Abided there in an uncomfortable Solitude: Even in this Paradise it would not be good for Man to be alone.
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5. The excellent society which the Saint shall there enjoy of his Fellow Creatures, shall add much to his Happiness.
5. The excellent society which the Saint shall there enjoy of his Fellow Creatures, shall add much to his Happiness.
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and therefore he is also the more easie, and the more pleasing to himself.
and Therefore he is also the more easy, and the more pleasing to himself.
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But now knowing and finding himself such as they, he believes himself the more acceptable to them,
But now knowing and finding himself such as they, he believes himself the more acceptable to them,
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if he were unlike to all the Company there.
if he were unlike to all the Company there.
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He reckons, indeed, that he should be sadly asham'd, and could have no enjoyment of himself,
He reckons, indeed, that he should be sadly ashamed, and could have no enjoyment of himself,
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Hence he knows he shall hereby be the more pleasing to them;
Hence he knows he shall hereby be the more pleasing to them;
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And it is the more pleasing to him to be thus compleatly sanctified, in consideration, that all the company which he is to dwell with for ever are so too.
And it is the more pleasing to him to be thus completely sanctified, in consideration, that all the company which he is to dwell with for ever Are so too.
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and he must needs be very joyful to receive the accomplishment of long and ardent desires.
and he must needs be very joyful to receive the accomplishment of long and Ardent Desires.
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This is that he groan'd, and long'd, and labour'd after during his abode on Earth,
This is that he groaned, and longed, and laboured After during his Abided on Earth,
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And with all this Rectitude and Holiness, he cannot chuse but be highly pleased in himself:
And with all this Rectitude and Holiness, he cannot choose but be highly pleased in himself:
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and without any doubt expects, in God's due time, to see the happy and desir'd Redemption of his Body.
and without any doubt expects, in God's due time, to see the happy and desired Redemption of his Body.
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whom he now, more than ever, believes to be God Abundant in Goodness, and in Truth,
whom he now, more than ever, believes to be God Abundant in goodness, and in Truth,
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He reposes a firm trust and confidence in God;
He reposes a firm trust and confidence in God;
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And therefore he is perfectly easie and contented with his condition, tho that be not yet perfectly happy.
And Therefore he is perfectly easy and contented with his condition, though that be not yet perfectly happy.
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Now the Saint perfectly submits and resigns himself without the least reluctancy to the good Pleasure of God:
Now the Saint perfectly submits and resigns himself without the least reluctancy to the good Pleasure of God:
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Every thing moves and pleases his Love, and he is continually ravished in the pleasing Ardours of Divine Love.
Every thing moves and Pleases his Love, and he is continually ravished in the pleasing Ardours of Divine Love.
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He contemplates, praises, adores the great God, whom he loves, and considers the wonderful works in that glorious World with unspeakable delight.
He contemplates, praises, adores the great God, whom he loves, and considers the wondered works in that glorious World with unspeakable delight.
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and this makes all his present employment incomparably pleasant:
and this makes all his present employment incomparably pleasant:
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The Beauty and the Goodness of the chief good, tho not yet discover'd in the best and highest degree, do now appear to him so glorious as does even transform him into Love, all his Powers become subject to Love, this is the happy principle of all his actions,
The Beauty and the goodness of the chief good, though not yet discovered in the best and highest degree, do now appear to him so glorious as does even transform him into Love, all his Powers become Subject to Love, this is the happy principle of all his actions,
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And these things do, to a higher degree, kindle and inflame his Love to God; now he may better than ever be said to dwell in Love.
And these things do, to a higher degree, kindle and inflame his Love to God; now he may better than ever be said to dwell in Love.
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Now the happy Saint enjoys greater manifestations of the Divine Glory, and is blest and favour'd with greater exercises of the Love of God, than ever he receiv'd before:
Now the happy Saint enjoys greater manifestations of the Divine Glory, and is blessed and favoured with greater exercises of the Love of God, than ever he received before:
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and the evil which he would not that he does, he will never fall out with nor rebuke himself for any thing any more.
and the evil which he would not that he does, he will never fallen out with nor rebuke himself for any thing any more.
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He shall never more have reason to complain, that the good which he would he does not,
He shall never more have reason to complain, that the good which he would he does not,
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all is, then, compos'd and at peace within him, there are no disagreeing contesting Principles to disturb him.
all is, then, composed and At peace within him, there Are not disagreeing contesting Principles to disturb him.
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Now, too, all the affections of the Soul are well order'd and regular;
Now, too, all the affections of the Soul Are well ordered and regular;
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It has found the Chief Good, is come to some enjoyment of him, and in him it rests with perfect satisfaction and content.
It has found the Chief Good, is come to Some enjoyment of him, and in him it rests with perfect satisfaction and content.
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It steadily sixes upon the Chief Good, the center of Happiness and Rest. It is no longer wavering or undetermin'd between God and this World, which if it were it must needs be still unhappy.
It steadily sixes upon the Chief Good, the centre of Happiness and Rest. It is no longer wavering or undetermined between God and this World, which if it were it must needs be still unhappy.
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It has regain'd all its pleasing Liberty, it is no longer subject to a false Byass.
It has Regained all its pleasing Liberty, it is no longer Subject to a false Byass.
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and a noble glorious Ornament among the Inhabitants of Heaven. Again, the Will of the Good Men is now perfectly rectified and cur'd.
and a noble glorious Ornament among the Inhabitants of Heaven. Again, the Will of the Good Men is now perfectly rectified and cured.
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And the discovery of former mistakes, or the finding that he had none, by this bright light which is now shed into him, are both of them things which will be highly pleasing to the Soul. Divine Knowledge is accounted a rich Treasure,
And the discovery of former mistakes, or the finding that he had none, by this bright Light which is now shed into him, Are both of them things which will be highly pleasing to the Soul. Divine Knowledge is accounted a rich Treasure,
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There is no uncomfortable doubt, no disparaging errour remaining in his mind.
There is no uncomfortable doubt, no disparaging error remaining in his mind.
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If he had receiv'd any wrong Impressions before in these matters, they are now perfectly remov'd.
If he had received any wrong Impressions before in these matters, they Are now perfectly removed.
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Now the Understanding is perfectly enlightned, and the happy Saint sees clearly and distinctly the wonderful truths of our Religion.
Now the Understanding is perfectly enlightened, and the happy Saint sees clearly and distinctly the wondered truths of our Religion.
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So that, the Inhabitants of this pleasant World are said to be The Spirits of just Men made perfect, Heb. 12.13.
So that, the Inhabitants of this pleasant World Are said to be The Spirits of just Men made perfect, Hebrew 12.13.
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The Divine Life, the Principle of these, finds all clog and oppression now taken off, and exerts it self freely, and acts more perfectly than it could do before.
The Divine Life, the Principle of these, finds all clog and oppression now taken off, and exerts it self freely, and acts more perfectly than it could do before.
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But as soon as he is set free from the Body, and out of the reach of other Enemies, they begin to flourish.
But as soon as he is Set free from the Body, and out of the reach of other Enemies, they begin to flourish.
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The Appetites of the Body, the Allurements of this World, the Temptations of the Devil did all oppose them here.
The Appetites of the Body, the Allurements of this World, the Temptations of the devil did all oppose them Here.
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His Graces and Vertues like Plants in an unkind climate, could not thrive so well in this adverse World as to attain their just growth and maturity.
His Graces and Virtues like Plants in an unkind climate, could not thrive so well in this adverse World as to attain their just growth and maturity.
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4. The separate Soul of a good Man is happy, even immediately upon his departure hence, in its own most excellent Qualifications.
4. The separate Soul of a good Man is happy, even immediately upon his departure hence, in its own most excellent Qualifications.
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He will certainly be unspeakably glad, to think, that he shall make his eternal abode here.
He will Certainly be unspeakably glad, to think, that he shall make his Eternal Abided Here.
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The Saint arriv'd here will soon say, it is good to be here, and will not at all desire to return to the low, dark, miserable Earth again.
The Saint arrived Here will soon say, it is good to be Here, and will not At all desire to return to the low, dark, miserable Earth again.
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This is the happy Kingdom prepared for good Men from the Foundation of the World of which the earthly Paradise, in which Adam in his Innocency dwelt, was but a poor Type, and a shady Representation.
This is the happy Kingdom prepared for good Men from the Foundation of the World of which the earthly Paradise, in which Adam in his Innocency dwelled, was but a poor Type, and a shady Representation.
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yet to come to this place, we may be sure will soon teach us to disdain all that we have left below.
yet to come to this place, we may be sure will soon teach us to disdain all that we have left below.
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and all that can make a Habitation Commodious, Pleasant, and Glorious;
and all that can make a Habitation Commodious, Pleasant, and Glorious;
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If I or my departed Friend, a Man may say, must in Death forsake the most glorious Palaces, the most Delightful Prospect, the most delicious Gardens, the richest Furniture,
If I or my departed Friend, a Man may say, must in Death forsake the most glorious Palaces, the most Delightful Prospect, the most delicious Gardens, the Richest Furniture,
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and therefore we need not doubt but they have lost even the desire to them too.
and Therefore we need not doubt but they have lost even the desire to them too.
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Those who are there we may be sure will have no need of any of the good things which they left below,
Those who Are there we may be sure will have no need of any of the good things which they left below,
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and the peculiar Favourites of Heaven.
and the peculiar Favourites of Heaven.
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what a Glory, must we believe, will adorn, and what plenty of good must fill that better World, which is design'd only for good of Men,
what a Glory, must we believe, will adorn, and what plenty of good must fill that better World, which is designed only for good of Men,
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since he causes this Sun to shine, and fertile showers to fall now on the Just, and on the Unjust;
since he Causes this Sun to shine, and fertile showers to fallen now on the Just, and on the Unjust;
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and which bad as well as good Men enjoy, with so great abundance, and with so admirable a varity of good things,
and which bade as well as good Men enjoy, with so great abundance, and with so admirable a variety of good things,
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Since God has furnish'd this World we live in now, which is common to Men and Beasts,
Since God has furnished this World we live in now, which is Common to Men and Beasts,
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It has, as we may say, the beauty of an Eternal Spring, and the Wealth and Plenty too of an Eternal Autumn.
It has, as we may say, the beauty of an Eternal Spring, and the Wealth and Plenty too of an Eternal Autumn.
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This Place is certainly furnish'd with all that the Inhabitants can desire it to have for their Convenience and Pleasure.
This Place is Certainly furnished with all that the Inhabitants can desire it to have for their Convenience and Pleasure.
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For the Glory of God did enlighten it, and the Lamb was the Light thereof, meaning hereby the Lord Jesus Christ.
For the Glory of God did enlighten it, and the Lamb was the Light thereof, meaning hereby the Lord jesus christ.
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neither of the Moon to shine in it.
neither of the Moon to shine in it.
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When he says, of what he calls the New Jerusalem, That it had no need of the Sun,
When he Says, of what he calls the New Jerusalem, That it had no need of the Sun,
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Of this, perhaps, the Apostle speaks, Rev. 21.23.
Of this, perhaps, the Apostle speaks, Rev. 21.23.
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A bright, eternal Day constantly there shines with a very great but a very pleasing Glory.
A bright, Eternal Day constantly there shines with a very great but a very pleasing Glory.
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This place is all serene and calm, all Beautiful and Harmonious.
This place is all serene and Cam, all Beautiful and Harmonious.
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And since this their Habitation is call'd by the Apostle an Eternal House, I think this renders it very probable, that the place where the separate Souls of good Men dwell, is the same with that, which they shall dwell again in after the Resurrection of their Bodies.
And since this their Habitation is called by the Apostle an Eternal House, I think this renders it very probable, that the place where the separate Souls of good Men dwell, is the same with that, which they shall dwell again in After the Resurrection of their Bodies.
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as the Scripture tells us the visible Heavens and the Earth shall be.
as the Scripture tells us the visible Heavens and the Earth shall be.
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And therefore teaches us to conclude, that it is above those Heavens which shall at the last day be dissolv'd,
And Therefore Teaches us to conclude, that it is above those Heavens which shall At the last day be dissolved,
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and calls it, An house not made with Hands Eternal, and in the Heavens. He says, it is in the Heavens, and is an Eternal House:
and calls it, an house not made with Hands Eternal, and in the Heavens. He Says, it is in the Heavens, and is an Eternal House:
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Where he speaks of the Habitation which receives the Souls of good Men, when the Tabernacles of their Bodies are dissolv'd,
Where he speaks of the Habitation which receives the Souls of good Men, when the Tabernacles of their Bodies Are dissolved,
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And we have yet further ground to remove this place from all the visible material World, in what St. Paul says again in the Fifth Chapter of this Epistle, at the first Verse:
And we have yet further ground to remove this place from all the visible material World, in what Saint Paul Says again in the Fifth Chapter of this Epistle, At the First Verse:
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There is not the least ground in the Text to interpret him, as speaking of two distinct places under these two Names.
There is not the least ground in the Text to interpret him, as speaking of two distinct places under these two Names.
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And he says it is in the Third Heaven, for in the 2d Verse, he had said, He was caught up into the third Heaven.
And he Says it is in the Third Heaven, for in the 2d Verse, he had said, He was caught up into the third Heaven.
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This Paradise St. Paul speaks of, 2 Cor. 12. and intimates, that he had been translated to it for some short space of time, in the 4th Verse of that Chapter:
This Paradise Saint Paul speaks of, 2 Cor. 12. and intimates, that he had been translated to it for Some short Molle of time, in the 4th Verse of that Chapter:
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as none in the material World can equal it.
as none in the material World can equal it.
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We may suppose, then, that they pass with their beloved charge through all the Regions of the visible Heavens, with a motion so quick,
We may suppose, then, that they pass with their Beloved charge through all the Regions of the visible Heavens, with a motion so quick,
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and that, when it was now towards the end of the day.
and that, when it was now towards the end of the day.
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Our Saviour, we may observe, promised the penitent Thief, that he should be that very day with him in Paradise,
Our Saviour, we may observe, promised the penitent Thief, that he should be that very day with him in Paradise,
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Scarce can he think over what they promise him, before he finds himself already in it.
Scarce can he think over what they promise him, before he finds himself already in it.
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3. These kind and glorious Guides, and Companions of his Journey, conduct the glad Saint in a very little space of time, to a place of Bliss and Happiness.
3. These kind and glorious Guides, and Sodales of his Journey, conduct the glad Saint in a very little Molle of time, to a place of Bliss and Happiness.
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He begins already not to regret his departure from this World.
He begins already not to regret his departure from this World.
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And by what they appear to him, and by what they tell him he will easily believe, that he shall be translated quickly to a place and state, where he shall soon forget all his Sorrows and Afflictions:
And by what they appear to him, and by what they tell him he will Easily believe, that he shall be translated quickly to a place and state, where he shall soon forget all his Sorrows and Afflictions:
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and all his pains and sufferings turn to everlasting Joys and Pleasures.
and all his pains and sufferings turn to everlasting Joys and Pleasures.
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that his former contempt shall be now his Honour, his former Poverty shall redound to his Wealth,
that his former contempt shall be now his Honour, his former Poverty shall redound to his Wealth,
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They let him know that his Labours and sufferings are now for ever at an end;
They let him know that his Labours and sufferings Are now for ever At an end;
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and assuring him that his Labour shall not be in vain in the Lord.
and assuring him that his Labour shall not be in vain in the Lord.
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for invincible Patience in suffering, for bold and steaddy opposition to the Enemies of its Salvation,
for invincible Patience in suffering, for bold and steaddy opposition to the Enemies of its Salvation,
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We may suppose them speaking the kindest things imaginable, comforting the weary Soul, and entertaining it with applauses for past diligence in well-doing,
We may suppose them speaking the Kindest things imaginable, comforting the weary Soul, and entertaining it with applauses for past diligence in welldoing,
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They let the anxious Soul know, that it is a Favourite of his, and they are come to conduct it to the Lord Jesus, its Kind Mediatour and Saviour.
They let the anxious Soul know, that it is a Favourite of his, and they Are come to conduct it to the Lord jesus, its Kind Mediator and Saviour.
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We may reasonably suppose they deliver a kind and encouraging Message from the King of Heaven:
We may reasonably suppose they deliver a kind and encouraging Message from the King of Heaven:
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These blessed Spirits we may believe are not silent at their meeting him.
These blessed Spirits we may believe Are not silent At their meeting him.
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and prove better Lovers and Friends than ever he met with before, and in this respect Heaven even comes to him before that he can be translated thither.
and prove better Lovers and Friends than ever he met with before, and in this respect Heaven even comes to him before that he can be translated thither.
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No, he immediately finds he is amongst the kind and happy Inhabitants of Heaven, among those who caress and sooth him,
No, he immediately finds he is among the kind and happy Inhabitants of Heaven, among those who caress and sooth him,
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while he must remain in doubt whither to go, and what must now become of him.
while he must remain in doubt whither to go, and what must now become of him.
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The departing Saint does not find himself desolate and alone, in this new and unknown state, which would necessarily possess him with sadness and perplexity,
The departing Saint does not find himself desolate and alone, in this new and unknown state, which would necessarily possess him with sadness and perplexity,
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He design'd to teach us herein, that this is a priviledge common to good Souls to be attended by Holy Angels at their departure out of the Body.
He designed to teach us herein, that this is a privilege Common to good Souls to be attended by Holy Angels At their departure out of the Body.
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and to receive into their care and charge, the departing Souls of such Men. And this we may reckon is taught us by our Saviour, Luke 16.22. Where he says in a Parable concerning a good Man, That when he died, He was carried by Angels into Abraham 's bosom, or a place of Bliss.
and to receive into their care and charge, the departing Souls of such Men. And this we may reckon is taught us by our Saviour, Lycia 16.22. Where he Says in a Parable Concerning a good Man, That when he died, He was carried by Angels into Abraham is bosom, or a place of Bliss.
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We may therefore believe they will be commanded, and ready, to do this necessary and kind Office,
We may Therefore believe they will be commanded, and ready, to do this necessary and kind Office,
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We are told, these are all Ministring Spririts sent forth to Minister for them who are Heirs of Salvation, Heb. 1.14. which intimates, that they are often employ'd in doing good Offices to good Men.
We Are told, these Are all Ministering Spririts sent forth to Minister for them who Are Heirs of Salvation, Hebrew 1.14. which intimates, that they Are often employed in doing good Offices to good Men.
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2. We may believe, that all good Souls at their departure out of the Body, do find themselves attended by kind, and good Angels.
2. We may believe, that all good Souls At their departure out of the Body, do find themselves attended by kind, and good Angels.
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this reflection highly pleases, this adds abundant satisfaction and joy to the rest and safety of his present condition.
this reflection highly Pleases, this adds abundant satisfaction and joy to the rest and safety of his present condition.
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how often he was foil'd and overcome, and yet did get a final Victory at length;
how often he was foiled and overcome, and yet did get a final Victory At length;
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When he remembers what terrible conflicts he sustained against the Enemies of his Salvation, how weak he was in himself;
When he remembers what terrible conflicts he sustained against the Enemies of his Salvation, how weak he was in himself;
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and his safety be much the more pleasing for the dangers which he has past and avoided.
and his safety be much the more pleasing for the dangers which he has passed and avoided.
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And we must needs believe, this Rest will be extreamly pleasant after a great deal of labour;
And we must needs believe, this Rest will be extremely pleasant After a great deal of labour;
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He has Fought the good fight of Faith, has finished his Laborious Course, and henceforth is laid up for him a Crown of Righteousness, which God the Righteous Judge shall give him at the last Day.
He has Fought the good fight of Faith, has finished his Laborious Course, and henceforth is laid up for him a Crown of Righteousness, which God the Righteous Judge shall give him At the last Day.
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His Happiness is now infallibly fixt, and he shall never know a fear, or be in danger of losing it.
His Happiness is now infallibly fixed, and he shall never know a Fear, or be in danger of losing it.
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He is already in a good measure possest of it, and is now infallibly assur'd of the rest.
He is already in a good measure possessed of it, and is now infallibly assured of the rest.
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The happy Soul has now no more to do for the working out of his Salvation.
The happy Soul has now no more to do for the working out of his Salvation.
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nor give him the trouble to watch, or fight against him any more.
nor give him the trouble to watch, or fight against him any more.
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who here, indeed, goes about like a roaring Lion, seeking whom he may devour, but shall never come near him there,
who Here, indeed, Goes about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour, but shall never come near him there,
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The happy Saint in his removal from this World, is taken out of the reach of his Adversary the Devil;
The happy Saint in his removal from this World, is taken out of the reach of his Adversary the devil;
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and has no more War, or Opposition against them to Maintain.
and has no more War, or Opposition against them to Maintain.
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Now he is deliver'd from all the Allurements, and Temptations to Sin, which this World is furnish'd with,
Now he is Delivered from all the Allurements, and Temptations to since, which this World is furnished with,
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Things which might indeed please his Body, but at the same time were dangerous to his Soul:
Things which might indeed please his Body, but At the same time were dangerous to his Soul:
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and forgetful of his true interests:
and forgetful of his true interests:
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But then, he forsakes those things too, which were apt to steal away his Heart from God, his chiefest Good, to make him negligent,
But then, he forsakes those things too, which were apt to steal away his Heart from God, his chiefest Good, to make him negligent,
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He is now no more conversant with this World; all the pleasant things here he forsakes for ever.
He is now no more conversant with this World; all the pleasant things Here he forsakes for ever.
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He is deliver'd from that which cost him a great deal of pains to watch, to deny, to mortifie, that he might govern it, and keep himself innocent.
He is Delivered from that which cost him a great deal of pains to watch, to deny, to mortify, that he might govern it, and keep himself innocent.
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He has parted with a very perverse Byass, as we may speak, which often made him move wrong when he had aimed right.
He has parted with a very perverse Bias, as we may speak, which often made him move wrong when he had aimed right.
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and with all its inclination to do evil.
and with all its inclination to do evil.
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The Saint is indeed uncloath'd, as the Apostle speaks, he has left his Body in the Dust, he has parted at the same time with its importunate Appetites too, with all its backwardness to do good,
The Saint is indeed Unclothed, as the Apostle speaks, he has left his Body in the Dust, he has parted At the same time with its importunate Appetites too, with all its backwardness to do good,
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neither sorrow nor crying, neither shall there be any more Pain.
neither sorrow nor crying, neither shall there be any more Pain.
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God shall wipe away all tears from their Eyes, and there shall be no more Death,
God shall wipe away all tears from their Eyes, and there shall be no more Death,
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To that State we may apply what the Apostle says, Rev. 21.4.
To that State we may apply what the Apostle Says, Rev. 21.4.
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Nor shall he be ever afflicted any more with the Persecutions of weak and imperfect Friends, or of Enemies.
Nor shall he be ever afflicted any more with the Persecutions of weak and imperfect Friends, or of Enemies.
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He shall not be troubled with the treachery of seeming Friends, nor with the Death or alteration of real ones:
He shall not be troubled with the treachery of seeming Friends, nor with the Death or alteration of real ones:
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He must be deliver'd from pains and diseases of his Body, because he lives at present without that:
He must be Delivered from pains and diseases of his Body, Because he lives At present without that:
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there is no Eye that weeps, no Tongue that complains, no Breast that swells with disconsolate sighs.
there is no Eye that weeps, no Tongue that complains, no Breast that Swells with disconsolate sighs.
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No sufferings shall come where he is;
No sufferings shall come where he is;
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The happy Soul is set out of the reach of all Trouble and Affliction, and so is deliver'd from the labour of bearing them with patience and perseverance in his Duty.
The happy Soul is Set out of the reach of all Trouble and Affliction, and so is Delivered from the labour of bearing them with patience and perseverance in his Duty.
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The labour and care which was necessary to provide for and support the poor crasie Tabernacle of this Mortal Body, will now be at an end for ever.
The labour and care which was necessary to provide for and support the poor crazy Tabernacle of this Mortal Body, will now be At an end for ever.
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and the Servant is free from his Master.
and the Servant is free from his Master.
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The Ruler has no more the Burden or trouble of Ruling, and the Teacher has no more the Labour of teaching upon him, the Labourer lays his weary limbs to rest,
The Ruler has no more the Burden or trouble of Ruling, and the Teacher has no more the Labour of teaching upon him, the Labourer lays his weary limbs to rest,
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And when the good Soul is gone from hence, the Works and Labours of his Particular Office and Calling, are all at an end.
And when the good Soul is gone from hence, the Works and Labours of his Particular Office and Calling, Are all At an end.
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The time of Work is now in this Life, the time of Reward is in the next.
The time of Work is now in this Life, the time of Reward is in the next.
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and enter upon a State of Peace and Rest. This our Text expresly assures. It says, They rest from their Labours.
and enter upon a State of Peace and Rest. This our Text expressly assures. It Says, They rest from their Labours.
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1. All good Souls, upon their departure out of this World, are at the end of their Labours,
1. All good Souls, upon their departure out of this World, Are At the end of their Labours,
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For the proof of it, to perform this in the shortest and most effectual method that I can, I shall represent in several particulars, gather'd evidently from Holy Scripture, wherein this Blessedness does consist.
For the proof of it, to perform this in the Shortest and most effectual method that I can, I shall represent in several particulars, gathered evidently from Holy Scripture, wherein this Blessedness does consist.
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and then suggest some use which may be made of this Truth.
and then suggest Some use which may be made of this Truth.
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In speaking to this Subject, I shall endeavour to prove the Blessedness of Good Souls, immediately upon their departure out of this World;
In speaking to this Subject, I shall endeavour to prove the Blessedness of Good Souls, immediately upon their departure out of this World;
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and to endure these Temptations and Trials.
and to endure these Temptations and Trials.
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Happy is the good Christian that is dead, and does not live to see these miseries,
Happy is the good Christian that is dead, and does not live to see these misery's,
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And henceforth, says he, or when ever this time comes it will be, and will be thought a great Advantage to be remov'd from this World by a Religious Death.
And henceforth, Says he, or when ever this time comes it will be, and will be Thought a great Advantage to be removed from this World by a Religious Death.
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Such a time as would severely try the Faith and Patience of the Saints:
Such a time as would severely try the Faith and Patience of the Saints:
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as we see in the Verses before the Text, That there would be a time of very great Affliction, which would befall the Christian Church:
as we see in the Verses before the Text, That there would be a time of very great Affliction, which would befall the Christian Church:
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the words, from henceforth, in the Text, refer it to the particular occasion, on which the Spirit communicated this matter to St. John. He had told him,
the words, from henceforth, in the Text, refer it to the particular occasion, on which the Spirit communicated this matter to Saint John. He had told him,
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They are happy and sensible that they are so, for no being can justly be said to be happy without being sensible of its Happiness.
They Are happy and sensible that they Are so, for no being can justly be said to be happy without being sensible of its Happiness.
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And then also they have not a meer rest, as in a senceless sleepy State, but they have some actual fruition of Good:
And then also they have not a mere rest, as in a senseless sleepy State, but they have Some actual fruition of Good:
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If their Works follow them in this sence, and it can have no other, then they do not cease to be when they die.
If their Works follow them in this sense, and it can have no other, then they do not cease to be when they die.
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and shall not meet with any other to give them any Labour or Exercise; and their Goodness and Religion shall be blest with some very sensible and comfortable reward.
and shall not meet with any other to give them any Labour or Exercise; and their goodness and Religion shall be blessed with Some very sensible and comfortable reward.
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Which suggests to us, that they are then freed from all the Evils and Inconveniences of this Life,
Which suggests to us, that they Are then freed from all the Evils and Inconveniences of this Life,
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In that he says, They rest from their labours, and their Works do follow them.
In that he Says, They rest from their labours, and their Works do follow them.
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He says, Blessed are the dead; even those who are in the state of Death. And he gives such reasons for their Blessedness as may belong to that State:
He Says, Blessed Are the dead; even those who Are in the state of Death. And he gives such Reasons for their Blessedness as may belong to that State:
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especially such as have been Baptised, or were intended to be Baptised. All such he pronounces Blessed immediately upon their departure out of this World.
especially such as have been Baptised, or were intended to be Baptised. All such he pronounces Blessed immediately upon their departure out of this World.
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By those that die in the Lord, the Apostle means all Good and Holy Persons; among whom I doubt not to reckon the Infants of Religious and Christian Parents;
By those that die in the Lord, the Apostle means all Good and Holy Persons; among whom I doubt not to reckon the Infants of Religious and Christian Parents;
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Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours, and their works do follow them.
Yea, Says the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours, and their works do follow them.
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St. John tells here, that he Heard a voice from Heaven, saying, write, blessed are the dead which die in the Lord, from henceforth:
Saint John tells Here, that he Herd a voice from Heaven, saying, write, blessed Are the dead which die in the Lord, from henceforth:
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because 'tis one of the most comprehensive ones.
Because it's one of the most comprehensive ones.
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I have thought fit to chuse this, which I have now read, for our prefent Text,
I have Thought fit to choose this, which I have now read, for our prefent Text,
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Among the many places of Holy Scripture which speak of it, and which I shall have occasion to mention in the several parts of the following discourse;
Among the many places of Holy Scripture which speak of it, and which I shall have occasion to mention in the several parts of the following discourse;
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And informs us of several very comfortable particulars concerning that State.
And informs us of several very comfortable particulars Concerning that State.
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it assures us, that it shall be well with all Good and Holy Persons, even in the space between their Death, and their Resurrection:
it assures us, that it shall be well with all Good and Holy Persons, even in the Molle between their Death, and their Resurrection:
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It gives us a very good, and satisfying account of our separate State, the State of Death;
It gives us a very good, and satisfying account of our separate State, the State of Death;
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But in this case too, the Holy Scripture, the Fountain of our Religion, affords us very effectual Consolations.
But in this case too, the Holy Scripture, the Fountain of our Religion, affords us very effectual Consolations.
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and especially receive the Summons to it.
and especially receive the Summons to it.
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and without this assurance it would be still with great grief and reluctancy, that we should think of dying,
and without this assurance it would be still with great grief and reluctancy, that we should think of dying,
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We cannot chuse but wish we could know, that it shall be well with us and our dear Friends immediately upon our departure hence,
We cannot choose but wish we could know, that it shall be well with us and our dear Friends immediately upon our departure hence,
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and how we shall pass those many days of Darkness, before the bright dawnings of the Resurrection day shall arise upon us.
and how we shall pass those many days of Darkness, before the bright dawnings of the Resurrection day shall arise upon us.
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therefore, be very solicitous to know, what shall become of us immediately at our death;
Therefore, be very solicitous to know, what shall become of us immediately At our death;
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It may be many Hundreds, perhaps some Thousands of Years before they shall come, The days of darkness, as the Wise Man says, are many. We must needs,
It may be many Hundreds, perhaps Some Thousands of years before they shall come, The days of darkness, as the Wise Man Says, Are many. We must needs,
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And it will somewhat allay the Pleasure of these expectations to consider, that these things may for ought we know be very far off.
And it will somewhat allay the Pleasure of these Expectations to Consider, that these things may for ought we know be very Far off.
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or the Affliction which we feel for the Death of those whom we love.
or the Affliction which we feel for the Death of those whom we love.
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But methinks there is something more yet necessary to support us under the expectation of our own Death,
But methinks there is something more yet necessary to support us under the expectation of our own Death,
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and so shall live in perfect Bliss, and Happiness for ever. These are indeed very comfortable expectations.
and so shall live in perfect Bliss, and Happiness for ever. These Are indeed very comfortable Expectations.
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and all Religious and good Persons, whose loss from this World we are apt chiesly to lament, shall rise all Glorious and Perfect,
and all Religious and good Persons, whose loss from this World we Are apt chiefly to lament, shall rise all Glorious and Perfect,
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and shall come forth, and live again: And after that, all shall live for ever;
and shall come forth, and live again: And After that, all shall live for ever;
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when all that are in the Graves, or state of the Dead, shall hear the Voice of the Son of God,
when all that Are in the Graves, or state of the Dead, shall hear the Voice of the Son of God,
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And a very pleasant remedy against them it is, to be assur'd, as we are by it, of a general Resurrection of the Dead;
And a very pleasant remedy against them it is, to be assured, as we Are by it, of a general Resurrection of the Dead;
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Against these griefs our Religion affords us the best, and most effectual Consolations, that ever the World had.
Against these griefs our Religion affords us the best, and most effectual Consolations, that ever the World had.
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Within a little while we must be separated from all that is most dear and comfortable to us of this World.
Within a little while we must be separated from all that is most dear and comfortable to us of this World.
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We our selves must inevitably go the way of all flesh, and leave them if they do not leave us:
We our selves must inevitably go the Way of all Flesh, and leave them if they do not leave us:
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and the Lov'd Creature must be turn'd into rottenness and undistinguishable Dust. The time will come that we must be parted from them either by their death or our own.
and the Loved Creature must be turned into rottenness and undistinguishable Dust. The time will come that we must be parted from them either by their death or our own.
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It troubles us to think of those whom we most dearly love, that the time will come when they must be struck by the rude Hand of Death, be ravish'd from all that they love and enjoy of this World,
It Troubles us to think of those whom we most dearly love, that the time will come when they must be struck by the rude Hand of Death, be ravished from all that they love and enjoy of this World,
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And it damps all our Joy, possesses us with a gloomy pensiveness, and makes us even disdain our Being to consider soberly, that there is no man that liveth, and shall not see Death.
And it damps all our Joy, Possesses us with a gloomy pensiveness, and makes us even disdain our Being to Consider soberly, that there is no man that lives, and shall not see Death.
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IT is a very grievous, and afflicting train of Thoughts, which our present wretched Mortality exposes us to:
IT is a very grievous, and afflicting train of Thoughts, which our present wretched Mortality exposes us to:
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Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their Labours, and their works do follow them.
Yea, Says the Spirit, that they may rest from their Labours, and their works do follow them.
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And I heard a Voice from Heaven, saying unto me, write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord, from henceforth:
And I herd a Voice from Heaven, saying unto me, write, Blessed Are the dead which die in the Lord, from henceforth:
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Now to God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost, &c.
Now to God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost, etc.
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because they rest from their Labours and their Works do follow them: And let us comfort our selves and one Another with these words.
Because they rest from their Labours and their Works do follow them: And let us Comfort our selves and one another with these words.
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Let us consider this very comfortable Truth in our Text that, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord,
Let us Consider this very comfortable Truth in our Text that, Blessed Are the dead which die in the Lord,
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and to meet to dwell with them for ever.
and to meet to dwell with them for ever.
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if we will take care to get thither our selves, and promise our selves the content and satisfaction of enjoying them again, within a little while, more lovely and more happy than here;
if we will take care to get thither our selves, and promise our selves the content and satisfaction of enjoying them again, within a little while, more lovely and more happy than Here;
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We may comfort our selves too with hopes of meeting them again in that Happiness,
We may Comfort our selves too with hope's of meeting them again in that Happiness,
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caressed by the Prince of Love the Blessed Jesus, and joyn'd with other glad Souls in the Harmonious Praises of Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
caressed by the Prince of Love the Blessed jesus, and joined with other glad Souls in the Harmonious Praises of Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
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or my tender Parent, my loving Consort, or my dear Child amidst throngs of bright rejoycing Spirits, himself all bright, and all joyous too;
or my tender Parent, my loving Consort, or my dear Child amid throngs of bright rejoicing Spirits, himself all bright, and all joyous too;
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Could I look into the Celestial Paradise, a mourning Person may say, I might there see my Faithful Friend,
Could I look into the Celestial Paradise, a mourning Person may say, I might there see my Faithful Friend,
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They are deliver'd from the miseries of this sinful World, are entered into Rest, and made partakers of Heaven's eternal Joys.
They Are Delivered from the misery's of this sinful World, Are entered into Rest, and made partakers of Heaven's Eternal Joys.
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And it should comfort us in the death of Religious and Excellent Persons, to consider, that they are still, tho they are gone hence. They are translated to Bliss.
And it should Comfort us in the death of Religious and Excellent Persons, to Consider, that they Are still, though they Are gone hence. They Are translated to Bliss.
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and are indeed become more happy by their departure than all our most prodigal wishes, or kindest designs for them could have made them here.
and Are indeed become more happy by their departure than all our most prodigal wishes, or Kindest designs for them could have made them Here.
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When, if they are religious here, we might assure our selves they are gone to Happiness;
When, if they Are religious Here, we might assure our selves they Are gone to Happiness;
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if it pleased God to call them away before us.
if it pleased God to call them away before us.
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To possess them with Piety and Vertue who are very dear to us, is to provide for our great comfort in their Death,
To possess them with Piety and Virtue who Are very dear to us, is to provide for our great Comfort in their Death,
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And that the Company of any such as we have been instrumental to bring thither, shall be the most pleasant and acceptable of any.
And that the Company of any such as we have been instrumental to bring thither, shall be the most pleasant and acceptable of any.
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and of great esteem in that kind and happy World:
and of great esteem in that kind and happy World:
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We may justly think, that to have been industrious towards the bringing others to Heaven, is a thing very Honourable,
We may justly think, that to have been Industria towards the bringing Others to Heaven, is a thing very Honourable,
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as much as they may among their Relations and Acquaintance, and especially in those who are peculiarly dear to them.
as much as they may among their Relations and Acquaintance, and especially in those who Are peculiarly dear to them.
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These things should also excite in Men a great concern and endeavour to promote Piety and Vertue,
These things should also excite in Men a great concern and endeavour to promote Piety and Virtue,
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and be contented to leave temporal good things, by vertue of an assurance, that we shall go to enjoy eternal Ones.
and be contented to leave temporal good things, by virtue of an assurance, that we shall go to enjoy Eternal Ones.
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Let us, then, diligently apply our selves to such preparation, that we may be willing to undergo what we cannot avoid, that we may have hope in Death,
Let us, then, diligently apply our selves to such preparation, that we may be willing to undergo what we cannot avoid, that we may have hope in Death,
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and because we have neglected these preparations of our selves.
and Because we have neglected these preparations of our selves.
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and yet would not go to them? It is greatly to be fear'd, that our unwillingness to depart, proceeds in a great measure from our unfitness for it,
and yet would not go to them? It is greatly to be feared, that our unwillingness to depart, proceeds in a great measure from our unfitness for it,
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and yet are unwilling to leave it? And truly set our Affections on things above,
and yet Are unwilling to leave it? And truly Set our Affections on things above,
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when we have often denied it, have learnt to contradict its Appetites, and have well mortified it? Have we truly renounced this World,
when we have often denied it, have learned to contradict its Appetites, and have well mortified it? Have we truly renounced this World,
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But, to make us the more sensible of the Improvement of the Bodies of the Saints:
But, to make us the more sensible of the Improvement of the Bodies of the Saints:
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The holy Scripture acquaints us with these following Particulars concerning it. 1. They shall at their Resurrection and Admission into Heaven, become very beautiful and glorious.
The holy Scripture acquaints us with these following Particulars Concerning it. 1. They shall At their Resurrection and Admission into Heaven, become very beautiful and glorious.
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When the Prophet Daniel had spoken of the Resurrection of the Dead ( Dan. 12.2.) He goes on,
When the Prophet daniel had spoken of the Resurrection of the Dead (Dan. 12.2.) He Goes on,
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and says (in verse 3.) They that be wise, meaning good Men, shall shine as the Brightness of the Firmament,
and Says (in verse 3.) They that be wise, meaning good Men, shall shine as the Brightness of the Firmament,
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and they that turn many to Righteousness, as the Stars for ever, and ever.
and they that turn many to Righteousness, as the Stars for ever, and ever.
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So that he intimates, their Bodies shall be endowed in Heaven with a very glorious Splendour and Brightness.
So that he intimates, their Bodies shall be endowed in Heaven with a very glorious Splendour and Brightness.
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Our Saviour again, in Mat. 13.43. speaking of the same matter says, Then shall the Righteous shine forth as the Sun in the Kingdom of their Father.
Our Saviour again, in Mathew 13.43. speaking of the same matter Says, Then shall the Righteous shine forth as the Sun in the Kingdom of their Father.
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And, these vile Bodies the Apostle says, shall be fashioned like unto Christ's glorious Body ( Phil. 3.2.) which certainly speaks, that they shall be cloath'd with a very wonderful Brightness:
And, these vile Bodies the Apostle Says, shall be fashioned like unto Christ's glorious Body (Philip 3.2.) which Certainly speaks, that they shall be clothed with a very wondered Brightness:
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They in their Measure too shall be cloath'd with Light as with a Garment.
They in their Measure too shall be clothed with Light as with a Garment.
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Further, If the Bodies of the Saints shall have the Beauty of such Glory and Brightness, we cannot imagin that they will want the Beauty of a Compleatness,
Further, If the Bodies of the Saints shall have the Beauty of such Glory and Brightness, we cannot imagine that they will want the Beauty of a Completeness,
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and Perfection of their Parts, and of an exact Proportion between them. All Defects of Members, all Deformity shall be there perfectly removed;
and Perfection of their Parts, and of an exact Proportion between them. All Defects of Members, all Deformity shall be there perfectly removed;
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there shall be no Uncomeliness of Visage, no mean and contemptible Appearance, no Weakness or want of any Part to disparage their Bodies in Heaven.
there shall be no Uncomeliness of Visage, no mean and contemptible Appearance, no Weakness or want of any Part to disparage their Bodies in Heaven.
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But when the Saints receive them, thus improved from the poor, homely, contemptible Dust; how glad, how joyful will they be!
But when the Saints receive them, thus improved from the poor, homely, contemptible Dust; how glad, how joyful will they be!
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How willingly must the Soul enter its former Habitation, which it did desire to return to,
How willingly must the Soul enter its former Habitation, which it did desire to return to,
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when it finds the poor Tabernacle or Cottage, improved into a Pallace.
when it finds the poor Tabernacle or Cottage, improved into a Palace.
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The blessed Saints will be justly pleas'd with their Ornament then, because 'tis in a manner their own:
The blessed Saints will be justly pleased with their Ornament then, Because it's in a manner their own:
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They are fine, not with the Spoils of other Creatures, but with their innate adorning, and their cloathing is indeed their Beauty, for it dwells in themselves.
They Are fine, not with the Spoils of other Creatures, but with their innate adorning, and their clothing is indeed their Beauty, for it dwells in themselves.
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By vertue of this they are suited to the glorious Place which they dwell in,
By virtue of this they Are suited to the glorious Place which they dwell in,
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and to the beautiful splendid Company of Angels, and to the Glory of the Divine Presence.
and to the beautiful splendid Company of Angels, and to the Glory of the Divine Presence.
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And so they can enjoy the Glory of Heaven, whereas without their own Glory and Brightness they must have been utterly ashamed and confounded there.
And so they can enjoy the Glory of Heaven, whereas without their own Glory and Brightness they must have been utterly ashamed and confounded there.
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2. The Bodies of the Saints in Heaven shall be endowed with great Activity, and Vigor.
2. The Bodies of the Saints in Heaven shall be endowed with great Activity, and Vigor.
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The Apostle calls them Spiritual Bodies, and in they shall put on a Property of Spirits.
The Apostle calls them Spiritual Bodies, and in they shall put on a Property of Spirits.
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They shall act without Weariness what they have to do, and shall never need any Refrefreshment or Rest:
They shall act without Weariness what they have to do, and shall never need any Refrefreshment or Rest:
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They shall act without Difficulty, and Labour, and therefore without any Weariness.
They shall act without Difficulty, and Labour, and Therefore without any Weariness.
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The gross and heavy Body we now live in does incline towards this Earth, but the Celestial Body loses all its Weight,
The gross and heavy Body we now live in does incline towards this Earth, but the Celestial Body loses all its Weight,
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and Inclination one way, and therefore freely moves it self any way;
and Inclination one Way, and Therefore freely moves it self any Way;
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and so traverses perhaps the vast Spaces of that glorious World, viewing with great Delight the various pleasing Wonders there,
and so traverses perhaps the vast Spaces of that glorious World, viewing with great Delight the various pleasing Wonders there,
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and this without any Fatigue or Trouble.
and this without any Fatigue or Trouble.
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This corruptible Body which we now have, as a wife Man said, presseth down the Soul. It hangs like a Clog and Load upon the Faculties of the Mind, which made saint Paul speak of it as a Burden, (2 Cor. 5.4.) But then it is so advantageously changed, that it shall be no more a Burden to the Soul,
This corruptible Body which we now have, as a wife Man said, Presseth down the Soul. It hangs like a Clog and Load upon the Faculties of the Mind, which made saint Paul speak of it as a Burden, (2 Cor. 5.4.) But then it is so advantageously changed, that it shall be no more a Burden to the Soul,
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than Wings to a Bird, or Sails to a Ship. It will always be ready to serve the most spritely,
than Wings to a Bird, or Sails to a Ship. It will always be ready to serve the most spritely,
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and noble Operations of the Soul, so far as this has occasion to employ it. The Saints are therefore capable to entertain themselves continually with the Pleasures of their Condition,
and noble Operations of the Soul, so Far as this has occasion to employ it. The Saints Are Therefore capable to entertain themselves continually with the Pleasures of their Condition,
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and no Pleasure they enjoy shall ever become flat or tasteless, when the Faculty that enjoys them never tires.
and no Pleasure they enjoy shall ever become flat or tasteless, when the Faculty that enjoys them never tires.
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And, then, the Pleasures of Divine Cotemplation, the Pleasures of ardent Devotion, and thankful Praise will be constantly, and yet unweariedly enjoyed.
And, then, the Pleasures of Divine Cotemplation, the Pleasures of Ardent Devotion, and thankful Praise will be constantly, and yet unweariedly enjoyed.
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Therefore the Apostle says of the Inhabitants of Heaven, They rest not Day and Night saying, Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God Almighty, which was,
Therefore the Apostle Says of the Inhabitants of Heaven, They rest not Day and Night saying, Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God Almighty, which was,
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and is, and is to come, (Rev. 4.8.)
and is, and is to come, (Rev. 4.8.)
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3. Whatever Senses remain, they shall be exercised too, and shall be pleased with very agreeable and delightful Objects.
3. Whatever Senses remain, they shall be exercised too, and shall be pleased with very agreeable and delightful Objects.
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Some Sensations shall not remain, because they would rather encumber and lessen that Happiness than promote it.
some Sensations shall not remain, Because they would rather encumber and lessen that Happiness than promote it.
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'Tis the real Advantage of that State to be without the present Pleasures of eating and drinking:
It's the real Advantage of that State to be without the present Pleasures of eating and drinking:
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For thereby 'tis freed also from the Pain and Inconvenience of Hunger and Thirst, and from all the Care and Labour to satisfie these.
For thereby it's freed also from the Pain and Inconvenience of Hunger and Thirst, and from all the Care and Labour to satisfy these.
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The Apostle therefore, in Commendation of that State says, They, who are there, shall hunger no more, neither thirst any more, (Rev. 7.16.) Our Saviour says too, that they shall be like the Angels in Heaven.
The Apostle Therefore, in Commendation of that State Says, They, who Are there, shall hunger no more, neither thirst any more, (Rev. 7.16.) Our Saviour Says too, that they shall be like the Angels in Heaven.
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What Sensations they shall have no use of shall not remain there, because they may be happy enough without them,
What Sensations they shall have no use of shall not remain there, Because they may be happy enough without them,
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and because the Desires, which heighten the Pleasure of them now, are really such an Inconvenience as Heaven shall not be acduainted with.
and Because the Desires, which heighten the Pleasure of them now, Are really such an Inconvenience as Heaven shall not be acduainted with.
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Perhaps the Sense of feeling in general may remain, and so be pleased with the easie Temperature of that kind World, which will be always agreeable to this Sence,
Perhaps the Sense of feeling in general may remain, and so be pleased with the easy Temperature of that kind World, which will be always agreeable to this Sense,
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and will never afflict it with the Summers parching Heat, or the Winters pinching Cold;
and will never afflict it with the Summer's parching Heat, or the Winter's pinching Cold;
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which the Apostle seems to suggest when he says, in the forementioned Place, Neither shall the Sun light upon them,
which the Apostle seems to suggest when he Says, in the forementioned Place, Neither shall the Sun Light upon them,
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nor the Heat incommode those who dwell there. But the nobler Sensations will without doubt remain in Heaven;
nor the Heat incommode those who dwell there. But the Nobler Sensations will without doubt remain in Heaven;
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and the Faculties of seeing and hearing we may easily believe will be exercised and pleased there.
and the Faculties of seeing and hearing we may Easily believe will be exercised and pleased there.
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Many things may be there delightful to the Eye which we cannot now conceive:
Many things may be there delightful to the Eye which we cannot now conceive:
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And whatever does now please this Sense, we may justly think will be in a far more excellent sort there.
And whatever does now please this Sense, we may justly think will be in a Far more excellent sort there.
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That Beauty, and Order, Proportion, and Light, Variety, and Extent which is so pleasing to the Eye now, will be in much greater Perfection,
That Beauty, and Order, Proportion, and Light, Variety, and Extent which is so pleasing to the Eye now, will be in much greater Perfection,
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and therefore much more please it in Heaven.
and Therefore much more please it in Heaven.
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We may expect, this Sense shall be pleased with the Beauty and Splendor which is put upon themselves:
We may expect, this Sense shall be pleased with the Beauty and Splendour which is put upon themselves:
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And also, with that excellent Beauty which they shall see their happy Friends adorned with, such as shall render them incomparably more amiable and lovely than ever they were before.
And also, with that excellent Beauty which they shall see their happy Friends adorned with, such as shall render them incomparably more amiable and lovely than ever they were before.
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It shall doubtless be highly pleased to view their glorified Saviour:
It shall doubtless be highly pleased to view their glorified Saviour:
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To see him out-shining the most glorious Angels, and in Excellency, and Dignity advanc'd above those Thrones, and Principalities, and Powers.
To see him Outshining the most glorious Angels, and in Excellency, and Dignity advanced above those Thrones, and Principalities, and Powers.
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And, as that is a much more glorious World than this, the Faculty must be mightily strengthned and improved:
And, as that is a much more glorious World than this, the Faculty must be mightily strengthened and improved:
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For that which cannot now bear the direct Beams of this Sun, shall there converse with an innumerable Company of much brighter Lights than he:
For that which cannot now bear the Direct Beams of this Sun, shall there converse with an innumerable Company of much Brighter Lights than he:
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And must behold without being dazled or confounded, that unconceivable Glory of God which shall there be discovered.
And must behold without being dazzled or confounded, that unconceivable Glory of God which shall there be discovered.
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Further, as we may justly believe, that the Inhabitants of that blessed World are not a fullen, silent Company,
Further, as we may justly believe, that the Inhabitants of that blessed World Are not a fullen, silent Company,
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so we may expect that the hearing Faculty will be very pleasantly entertained there too. This will convey to each Saint the Subjects of their pleasing Conversations with each other.
so we may expect that the hearing Faculty will be very pleasantly entertained there too. This will convey to each Saint the Subject's of their pleasing Conversations with each other.
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And as they are all vastly improved both in Knowledge and Love, their Conversation must be mightily improved too,
And as they Are all vastly improved both in Knowledge and Love, their Conversation must be mightily improved too,
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and the Pleasure of it must be must unconceivably great.
and the Pleasure of it must be must unconceivably great.
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And as they are to spend an Eternity in the joint Praises of the great Author of their Being and Happiness,
And as they Are to spend an Eternity in the joint Praises of the great Author of their Being and Happiness,
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so without doubt there will be an admirable Harmony in their Praises: They will not utter them in any harsh discordant Sounds, nor in a wild Confusion:
so without doubt there will be an admirable Harmony in their Praises: They will not utter them in any harsh discordant Sounds, nor in a wild Confusion:
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But we may justly believe they will be sounded forth in the exactest Measure, and sweetest Concord that can be,
But we may justly believe they will be sounded forth in the Exactest Measure, and Sweetest Concord that can be,
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and will create to each of the glad saints a Pleasure far excelling that which the most charming Musick can give to any of us here.
and will create to each of the glad Saints a Pleasure Far excelling that which the most charming Music can give to any of us Here.
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4. In the last place, the Bodies of the Saints in Heaven shall be blest with a happy Immortallity.
4. In the last place, the Bodies of the Saints in Heaven shall be blessed with a happy Immortality.
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This excellent Property of Spirits they shall put on too.
This excellent Property of Spirits they shall put on too.
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The Apostle says of our Bodies, They are sown in Corruption, they shall be raised in Incorruption,
The Apostle Says of our Bodies, They Are sown in Corruption, they shall be raised in Incorruption,
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and this Mortal shall put on Immortality, and Death shall be swallowed up in Victory.
and this Mortal shall put on Immortality, and Death shall be swallowed up in Victory.
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Death it self shall then die, and cease to tyrannize any more over the wretched Sons of Men.
Death it self shall then die, and cease to tyrannise any more over the wretched Sons of Men.
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In this our present dying Life our poor frail Bodies are subject to the Decays of Age, and the Infirmities of Sickness;
In this our present dying Life our poor frail Bodies Are Subject to the Decays of Age, and the Infirmities of Sickness;
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which blast our Beauty, and abate our Strength and Vigour;
which blast our Beauty, and abate our Strength and Vigour;
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which lessen and deprive us of Pleasure, and afflict us with grievous Pain, and at length dissolve the Mortal Body into Dust. But when they are brought to Heaven they are for ever freed from all these things.
which lessen and deprive us of Pleasure, and afflict us with grievous Pain, and At length dissolve the Mortal Body into Dust. But when they Are brought to Heaven they Are for ever freed from all these things.
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As they shall die no more, they shall no more decay, nor be sick, or in Pain.
As they shall die no more, they shall no more decay, nor be sick, or in Pain.
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They shall enjoy there a per-Petual Health and Soundness, a perpetual Vigor and Activity, and a perfect perpetual Beauty.
They shall enjoy there a per-Petual Health and Soundness, a perpetual Vigor and Activity, and a perfect perpetual Beauty.
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They shall be for ever free from either the Care to live, or the Fear of dying.
They shall be for ever free from either the Care to live, or the fear of dying.
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And this Advantage of Immortality greatly heighthens all the other: This assures the Enjoyment of them all for ever.
And this Advantage of Immortality greatly heighthens all the other: This assures the Enjoyment of them all for ever.
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These are the happy Improvements which the Bodies of the Saints shall gain in Heaven. Oh how joyful will they be to consider all these Excellencies and Advantages of them!
These Are the happy Improvements which the Bodies of the Saints shall gain in Heaven. O how joyful will they be to Consider all these Excellencies and Advantages of them!
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How thankful must they needs be to the infinite Bounty of God? Which communicates Luster and Glory to a dark Clod of Earth!
How thankful must they needs be to the infinite Bounty of God? Which communicates Luster and Glory to a dark Clod of Earth!
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And mighty Activity, Sense and Power to a dull, heavy, weak thing! And the Honour of Eternity, and Unchangeableness to a poor Mortal Composition!
And mighty Activity, Sense and Power to a dull, heavy, weak thing! And the Honour of Eternity, and Unchangeableness to a poor Mortal Composition!
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If a good Man could see Reason to praise Almighty God for the Mortal Body in which he dwelt on Earth,
If a good Man could see Reason to praise Almighty God for the Mortal Body in which he dwelled on Earth,
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because that was very curiously wrought and wonderfully framed, much more reason will every Saint have to magnifie and praise the Divine Bounty and Goodness for his Heavenly and Glorified Body.
Because that was very curiously wrought and wonderfully framed, much more reason will every Saint have to magnify and praise the Divine Bounty and goodness for his Heavenly and Glorified Body.
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I proceed in the second place to consider, and represent the happy and glorious Improvement which the Souls of the Saints shall also obtain in Heaven:
I proceed in the second place to Consider, and represent the happy and glorious Improvement which the Souls of the Saints shall also obtain in Heaven:
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For they shall be exceedingly advanced in that which is their greatest Excellency. I may represent this Matter in this general and short account of it:
For they shall be exceedingly advanced in that which is their greatest Excellency. I may represent this Matter in this general and short account of it:
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The Saints in Heaven shall be made perfect in Holiness, and advanced in this to the highest Measures and Degrees which such Creatures are capable to receive.
The Saints in Heaven shall be made perfect in Holiness, and advanced in this to the highest Measures and Degrees which such Creatures Are capable to receive.
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This is an Advantage they cannot reach till they come to Heaven, but there they do attain to it,
This is an Advantage they cannot reach till they come to Heaven, but there they do attain to it,
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and it is a great Part of the Happiness there. The holy Scripture teaches us that this will be obtained in Heaven.
and it is a great Part of the Happiness there. The holy Scripture Teaches us that this will be obtained in Heaven.
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It may be concluded from hence, that, of Good Men departed this Life, it is said, they rest from their Labours, which intimates that the Labour to improve in Holiness shall with them be at an end, as well as other Labours.
It may be concluded from hence, that, of Good Men departed this Life, it is said, they rest from their Labours, which intimates that the Labour to improve in Holiness shall with them be At an end, as well as other Labours.
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Again, the Saints in Heaven are called by the Apostle, The Spirit of Just Men made perfect, (Heb. 12.23.) And the Psalmist speaking of his Admission into Heaven says, I shall be satisfied when I awake with thy Likeness, Psal. 17.15.) When I am delivered from this stupid, sleepy Life into that more sensible,
Again, the Saints in Heaven Are called by the Apostle, The Spirit of Just Men made perfect, (Hebrew 12.23.) And the Psalmist speaking of his Admission into Heaven Says, I shall be satisfied when I awake with thy Likeness, Psalm 17.15.) When I am Delivered from this stupid, sleepy Life into that more sensible,
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and lively, and active one above, then shall I be satisfied with thy Likeness: Then will the Divine Image in Righteousness and true Holiness be compleat in me.
and lively, and active one above, then shall I be satisfied with thy Likeness: Then will the Divine Image in Righteousness and true Holiness be complete in me.
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It is of this State of the Church most true, and perhaps of this chiefly meant, what her heavenly Lover the blessed Jesus is represented saying, ( Cant. 4.9.) Thou art all fair my Love, there is no Spot in thee.
It is of this State of the Church most true, and perhaps of this chiefly meant, what her heavenly Lover the blessed jesus is represented saying, (Cant 4.9.) Thou art all fair my Love, there is no Spot in thee.
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Every thing conceivable under the Notion of a Moral Excellency which the humane Nature is capable of, is there to be found with the happy Saints,
Every thing conceivable under the Notion of a Moral Excellency which the humane Nature is capable of, is there to be found with the happy Saints,
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and they have it deep wrought into their Nature and Being.
and they have it deep wrought into their Nature and Being.
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And when the Saints, by being so near to God as they are in Heaven, do the better know what the Perfection of the Divine Image requires,
And when the Saints, by being so near to God as they Are in Heaven, do the better know what the Perfection of the Divine Image requires,
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and wherein it consists, and do also find every Lineament and Character of that Glory appearing in themselves, this must needs be exceeding great Joy and Pleasure to them.
and wherein it consists, and do also find every Lineament and Character of that Glory appearing in themselves, this must needs be exceeding great Joy and Pleasure to them.
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But to make the Happiness of this advanc'd and perfect Holiness of the Saints in Heaven, the more distinctly appear:
But to make the Happiness of this advanced and perfect Holiness of the Saints in Heaven, the more distinctly appear:
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I think fit to represent it under these three different Aspects. (1.) As it regards the Saint himself in whom it dwells. (2.) As it regards Almighty God. (3.) As it regards the other happy Inhabitants of Heaven.
I think fit to represent it under these three different Aspects. (1.) As it regards the Saint himself in whom it dwells. (2.) As it regards Almighty God. (3.) As it regards the other happy Inhabitants of Heaven.
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Let us first consider this, as it regards the Saint himself, and we shall easily see there are very joyful Advantages in it in this respect.
Let us First Consider this, as it regards the Saint himself, and we shall Easily see there Are very joyful Advantages in it in this respect.
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And this State of Mind, we must know, is perfectly agreeing to the original and essential Frame and Constitution of the humane Nature:
And this State of Mind, we must know, is perfectly agreeing to the original and essential Frame and Constitution of the humane Nature:
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Our very Nature was design'd and fitted for it in our Creation: A sinful State is preternatural, but this is natural to Mankind.
Our very Nature was designed and fitted for it in our Creation: A sinful State is preternatural, but this is natural to Mankind.
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All Sin and Wickedness is the Sickness and Disease of the Soul, and the Disorder of our Faculties:
All since and Wickedness is the Sickness and Disease of the Soul, and the Disorder of our Faculties:
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By consequence this must needs be very uneasie and full of Pain;
By consequence this must needs be very uneasy and full of Pain;
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and the Scripture rightly says, a wicked Man can never be at rest, and there is no Peace to the Wicked.
and the Scripture rightly Says, a wicked Man can never be At rest, and there is no Peace to the Wicked.
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Every thing in the Soul out of due place and order, is uneasie as well as in the Body.
Every thing in the Soul out of due place and order, is uneasy as well as in the Body.
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But this happy State of Mind is the peaceful rectitude, the orderly Composure of it: This restores the Soul to it self, to its original and natural Frame and Constitution:
But this happy State of Mind is the peaceful rectitude, the orderly Composure of it: This restores the Soul to it self, to its original and natural Frame and Constitution:
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Hence are the Practises of Piety and Vertue called by the wise Man, the Ways of Pleasantness and Peace.
Hence Are the Practises of Piety and Virtue called by the wise Man, the Ways of Pleasantness and Peace.
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To improve in Holiness is to increase in the Health and Soundness of the Soul,
To improve in Holiness is to increase in the Health and Soundness of the Soul,
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and to be compleat and perfect in that is, to be in perfect Health, and therefore also in perfect Peace.
and to be complete and perfect in that is, to be in perfect Health, and Therefore also in perfect Peace.
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The Soul has now no inward Torment or Vexation, feels no more self-rebukes, is no longer liable to an uneasie self-loathing Discontent:
The Soul has now no inward Torment or Vexation, feels no more self-rebukes, is no longer liable to an uneasy Self-loathing Discontent:
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She is now perfectly well, and finds her self so, and cannot chuse but rejoyce in the Ease, the Tranquility,
She is now perfectly well, and finds her self so, and cannot choose but rejoice in the Ease, the Tranquillity,
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and Peacefulness of her present Condition.
and Peacefulness of her present Condition.
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This State of Mind is the perfecting of the Man, as Wickedness is the wretched and disparaging Corruption and Depravation of the humane Nature.
This State of Mind is the perfecting of the Man, as Wickedness is the wretched and disparaging Corruption and Depravation of the humane Nature.
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In the Perfection of Holiness he is advanced to the greatest Degrees of Worth and Excellency which he was design'd for, and is capable of:
In the Perfection of Holiness he is advanced to the greatest Degrees of Worth and Excellency which he was designed for, and is capable of:
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This is the Fulness of the Stature of a perfect Man. A diseased unnatural State of Mind stints the Growth,
This is the Fullness of the Stature of a perfect Man. A diseased unnatural State of Mind stints the Growth,
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as well as it is painful and uneasie;
as well as it is painful and uneasy;
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and under it a Man can never attain the true Dignity and Excellency of a rational Creature.
and under it a Man can never attain the true Dignity and Excellency of a rational Creature.
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But with this Health and Rectitude of Mind, he gains also the due Dimensions, as we may speak, of spiritual Excellency;
But with this Health and Rectitude of Mind, he gains also the due Dimensions, as we may speak, of spiritual Excellency;
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he now truly becomes little lower than the Angels, who had before made himself almost of an equal Rank with the poor Brutes.
he now truly becomes little lower than the Angels, who had before made himself almost of an equal Rank with the poor Brutus's.
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This State of Mind restores and raises all the Faculties of the Soul to their utmost Vigour and and Ability.
This State of Mind restores and raises all the Faculties of the Soul to their utmost Vigour and and Ability.
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In Sickness there is Weakness too, and in Health there is Strength and Vigour.
In Sickness there is Weakness too, and in Health there is Strength and Vigour.
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And so the Soul has now the happy Advantage of being able and ready for all the Exercises of Holiness,
And so the Soul has now the happy Advantage of being able and ready for all the Exercises of Holiness,
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for the noblest Operations of a reasonable Nature.
for the Noblest Operations of a reasonable Nature.
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As it is now in its most perfect State, it is also capable of, and disposed for its most excellent and perfect Operations.
As it is now in its most perfect State, it is also capable of, and disposed for its most excellent and perfect Operations.
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In a State of Wickedness the Soul is under the Tyranny of divers Lusts, which exhaust its Vigour, and weaken its Strength;
In a State of Wickedness the Soul is under the Tyranny of diverse Lustiest, which exhaust its Vigour, and weaken its Strength;
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and bow it down to a low animal Life, and to very mean and contemptible Operations;
and bow it down to a low animal Life, and to very mean and contemptible Operations;
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too many such as the Wretch himself is even ashamed of at some Flashes of Reason,
too many such as the Wretch himself is even ashamed of At Some Flashes of Reason,
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or of Divine Light into his Mind. And how little acquainted is he with the Divine Life!
or of Divine Light into his Mind. And how little acquainted is he with the Divine Life!
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how much a Stranger to the Acts, the Sensations, and the Pleasures of this!
how much a Stranger to the Acts, the Sensations, and the Pleasures of this!
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How insipid, how void of Pleasure are the Thoughts of God, the chiefest good, to him!
How insipid, how void of Pleasure Are the Thoughts of God, the chiefest good, to him!
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Yea, these are even unpleasant, and he cares not for the Knowledge of God or of his Ways. The very Fountain of Joy and Pleasure is unpleasant and distastful to him,
Yea, these Are even unpleasant, and he Cares not for the Knowledge of God or of his Ways. The very Fountain of Joy and Pleasure is unpleasant and distasteful to him,
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and he can see no Loveliness or Beauty in the supream, and most glorious Beauty and Loveliness.
and he can see no Loveliness or Beauty in the supreme, and most glorious Beauty and Loveliness.
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And how irksome too, are all the Duties of Holiness! Alas, he is not able to perform them with any Relish or Delight;
And how irksome too, Are all the Duties of Holiness! Alas, he is not able to perform them with any Relish or Delight;
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the Contemplation, Praise and Worship of the great God, and all Instances of Obedience are things he finds himself unfit and not ready for;
the Contemplation, Praise and Worship of the great God, and all Instances of obedience Are things he finds himself unfit and not ready for;
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his Faculties are indisposed for such things.
his Faculties Are indisposed for such things.
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But when a Man is renewed after the Image of God in Righteousness and true Holiness,
But when a Man is renewed After the Image of God in Righteousness and true Holiness,
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and this Image is become perfect and compleat in Glory;
and this Image is become perfect and complete in Glory;
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then the Man is perfectly disposed for, and able to perform the noble Actions of the Divine Life,
then the Man is perfectly disposed for, and able to perform the noble Actions of the Divine Life,
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and then, too, are they highly pleasant to him. It is then his greatest Delight to contemplate, love, praise, and adore the great God:
and then, too, Are they highly pleasant to him. It is then his greatest Delight to contemplate, love, praise, and adore the great God:
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It is no matter of Labour or selfdenyal, no Violence nor Imposition upon any thing within him.
It is no matter of Labour or self-denial, no Violence nor Imposition upon any thing within him.
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It is never a Grievance or Burden to perform the Dictates of sound and vigorous Nature, which always flow easily and freely from their Principles.
It is never a Grievance or Burden to perform the Dictates of found and vigorous Nature, which always flow Easily and freely from their Principles.
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Since all the Instances of Duty are agreeable, and natural to us in our right and perfect State,
Since all the Instances of Duty Are agreeable, and natural to us in our right and perfect State,
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and we are by them oblig'd to nothing but to be happy; it must be altogether pleasant to the perfect Saints to do such things.
and we Are by them obliged to nothing but to be happy; it must be altogether pleasant to the perfect Saints to do such things.
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And with great Joy and Satisfaction it must be that they find themselves ready, and inclin'd,
And with great Joy and Satisfaction it must be that they find themselves ready, and inclined,
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and able to do so great and excellent things.
and able to do so great and excellent things.
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These are the happy Advantages of this State of Mind considered as it respects the Soul it self.
These Are the happy Advantages of this State of Mind considered as it respects the Soul it self.
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In the second place, let us consider it as it regards Almighty God, and we shall see much Happiness in it in that respect too.
In the second place, let us Consider it as it regards Almighty God, and we shall see much Happiness in it in that respect too.
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This State of Mind is a State of perfect Resignation and Submission to the Will and Disposal of Almighty God.
This State of Mind is a State of perfect Resignation and Submission to the Will and Disposal of Almighty God.
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The great God is sovereign Lord, and Owner of all his Creatures, and he does always exercise a Dominion over them,
The great God is sovereign Lord, and Owner of all his Creatures, and he does always exercise a Dominion over them,
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and govern and dispose of them as he pleases.
and govern and dispose of them as he Pleases.
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How necessary then is it to the Happiness and Tranquility of a Creature to be entirely resigned to the Disposal of him who will,
How necessary then is it to the Happiness and Tranquillity of a Creature to be entirely resigned to the Disposal of him who will,
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whether we will or no, dispose of us as he pleases!
whither we will or no, dispose of us as he Pleases!
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And how happy a thing must it be to have no relucting Wishes against what he does with us!
And how happy a thing must it be to have no relucting Wishes against what he does with us!
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To desire nothing to our selves, but what his holy, and just, and good Will allots to us.
To desire nothing to our selves, but what his holy, and just, and good Will allots to us.
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And this makes it easie and pleasant to the happy Saints above, that they know they are disposed of by infinite Wisdom and Goodness and Justice.
And this makes it easy and pleasant to the happy Saints above, that they know they Are disposed of by infinite Wisdom and goodness and justice.
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This entire Resignation is the Foundation of a perfect Contentment in the different Degrees and Measures of Glory which shall be distributed in Heaven;
This entire Resignation is the Foundation of a perfect Contentment in the different Degrees and Measures of Glory which shall be distributed in Heaven;
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for as one Star differs from another Star in Glory, so will it be among the Saints in Heaven:
for as one Star differs from Another Star in Glory, so will it be among the Saints in Heaven:
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And though it be so, yet shall all be contented, and all perfectly happy.
And though it be so, yet shall all be contented, and all perfectly happy.
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And this State of Mind disposes to a perfect Subjection and Obedience, as well as to a perfect Resignation:
And this State of Mind disposes to a perfect Subjection and obedience, as well as to a perfect Resignation:
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As they do not in the desire of their Wills contradict his Actions and Dealing with them;
As they do not in the desire of their Wills contradict his Actions and Dealing with them;
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so they do not in their Actions contradict any Part of his Will concerning their Behaviour towards him:
so they do not in their Actions contradict any Part of his Will Concerning their Behaviour towards him:
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They have no Reluctancy at any of the Commands of God, nor Unwillingness to do what he requires of them.
They have no Reluctancy At any of the Commands of God, nor Unwillingness to do what he requires of them.
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There is a perfect Agreement of Will between God and them:
There is a perfect Agreement of Will between God and them:
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And as he kindly wills nothing concerning them but what is good and happy, so while they obediently will the same things, they must needs be very happy.
And as he kindly wills nothing Concerning them but what is good and happy, so while they obediently will the same things, they must needs be very happy.
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And what they must do, what they ought to do, they are now most perfectly willing and ready to do, their own Will and Inclination carries them to it.
And what they must do, what they ought to do, they Are now most perfectly willing and ready to do, their own Will and Inclination carries them to it.
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Their Duty then, is in Heaven, their Inclination; their Business is their great Delight and Pleasure;
Their Duty then, is in Heaven, their Inclination; their Business is their great Delight and Pleasure;
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and their very Work is Wages and Reward.
and their very Work is Wages and Reward.
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The Pleasure of this Resignation and Subjection is further heightned in the apparent Fitness and Reasonableness of such a Temper of Mind, which does more perfectly and fully appear than ever it did before.
The Pleasure of this Resignation and Subjection is further heightened in the apparent Fitness and Reasonableness of such a Temper of Mind, which does more perfectly and Fully appear than ever it did before.
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By how much nearer the Saint comes to God, by so much the more is he sensible of his Distance from him:
By how much nearer the Saint comes to God, by so much the more is he sensible of his Distance from him:
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And the better he knows God, the more is he disposed to an humble Reverence and Submission, the more disposed he is to love him,
And the better he knows God, the more is he disposed to an humble reverence and Submission, the more disposed he is to love him,
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and to obey all the Laws of Love.
and to obey all the Laws of Love.
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And when this holy Disposition is perfect, the Saint does joyfully find himself disposed to pay all that is due from him to God,
And when this holy Disposition is perfect, the Saint does joyfully find himself disposed to pay all that is due from him to God,
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and to acknowledge as he ought, what Excellencies he sees to be in God.
and to acknowledge as he ought, what Excellencies he sees to be in God.
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He finds himself most perfectly such as he ought to be, and therefore must be at a perfect Agreement, and highly pleased with himself.
He finds himself most perfectly such as he ought to be, and Therefore must be At a perfect Agreement, and highly pleased with himself.
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But there is yet another thing very happy and pleasant in this perfect Holiness as it regards Almighty God,
But there is yet Another thing very happy and pleasant in this perfect Holiness as it regards Almighty God,
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and that is, that it is a glorious and honourable Likeness and Resemblance to the excellent and glorious Deity.
and that is, that it is a glorious and honourable Likeness and Resemblance to the excellent and glorious Deity.
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This Honour the holy Scripture does evidently ascribe to it.
This Honour the holy Scripture does evidently ascribe to it.
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Upon this account it was that the Psalmist spoke of the State of Perfection in these Words, When I awake I shall be satisfied with thy Likeness.
Upon this account it was that the Psalmist spoke of the State of Perfection in these Words, When I awake I shall be satisfied with thy Likeness.
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And the Apostle John speaking of this exalted State says of good Men, Now we are the Sons of God,
And the Apostle John speaking of this exalted State Says of good Men, Now we Are the Sons of God,
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and it does not yet appear what we shall be, but we know that when he shall appear we shall be like him, (1 Joh. 3.1.) God has made us capable,
and it does not yet appear what we shall be, but we know that when he shall appear we shall be like him, (1 John 3.1.) God has made us capable,
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as we are reasonable Creatures, of those we call Moral Excellencies, which also are infinitely in himself;
as we Are reasonable Creatures, of those we call Moral Excellencies, which also Are infinitely in himself;
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to bear these then, is to bear his glorious Resemblance and Likeness:
to bear these then, is to bear his glorious Resemblance and Likeness:
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Therefore when we are merciful, 'tis said this is to be as our Father in Heaven, who is merciful.
Therefore when we Are merciful, it's said this is to be as our Father in Heaven, who is merciful.
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The happy Saints in Heaven do each of them advance to the utmost Likeness to him which they are capable of in these matchless Beauties and Glories.
The happy Saints in Heaven do each of them advance to the utmost Likeness to him which they Are capable of in these matchless Beauty's and Glories.
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These are the Beauties of the Soul, and these render the Saints all glorious within, as the Improvement of their Bodies renders them so in their outward Appearance.
These Are the Beauty's of the Soul, and these render the Saints all glorious within, as the Improvement of their Bodies renders them so in their outward Appearance.
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And these things being the Glory of the Divine Nature, they must needs be also very honourable to us.
And these things being the Glory of the Divine Nature, they must needs be also very honourable to us.
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Oh what an Honour must this seem to a Man's self, and oh what Esteem must it be with all the Company of Heaven, who see God and dwell in his immediate Presence!
O what an Honour must this seem to a Man's self, and o what Esteem must it be with all the Company of Heaven, who see God and dwell in his immediate Presence!
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Certainly there the greatest Likeness to God must be accounted the greatest and the most honourable Accomplishment.
Certainly there the greatest Likeness to God must be accounted the greatest and the most honourable Accomplishment.
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And surely there cannot be a happier thing than to be like the happiest and most perfect Being that is.
And surely there cannot be a Happier thing than to be like the Happiest and most perfect Being that is.
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As the divine Excellencies, being in God in an infinite unmeasurable Fulness, are to him an infinite Bliss,
As the divine Excellencies, being in God in an infinite unmeasurable Fullness, Are to him an infinite Bliss,
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for he is his own Happiness, so this Participation of them in the glorified Saints must needs make them proportionably happy too;
for he is his own Happiness, so this Participation of them in the glorified Saints must needs make them proportionably happy too;
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and when they have these in as great perfection as they are capable of, they must needs be as happy as 'tis possible for them to be.
and when they have these in as great perfection as they Are capable of, they must needs be as happy as it's possible for them to be.
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And what ravishing Transports of Joy and Wonder will it raise in them to view and compare the Glories of God,
And what ravishing Transports of Joy and Wonder will it raise in them to view and compare the Glories of God,
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and those Resemblances of them which are in themselves!
and those Resemblances of them which Are in themselves!
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They will be delighted and pleased to view such Excellencies in God, they will be delighted to see them in themselves,
They will be delighted and pleased to view such Excellencies in God, they will be delighted to see them in themselves,
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and this Agreement and Likeness between the great God and them will add yet more Delight.
and this Agreement and Likeness between the great God and them will add yet more Delight.
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It will be very joyful to the Saints to think they are now such as to be perfectly pleasing to God,
It will be very joyful to the Saints to think they Are now such as to be perfectly pleasing to God,
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and as he can take a Complacency and Delight in.
and as he can take a Complacency and Delight in.
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And with great Pleasure and Joy they will reflect and consider from how vile and contemptible and wretched a Condition they are advanced to this Glory and Happiness:
And with great Pleasure and Joy they will reflect and Consider from how vile and contemptible and wretched a Condition they Are advanced to this Glory and Happiness:
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This will inspire them with eternal Thankfulness and Praise, to the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, the united Authors of this mighty Change.
This will inspire them with Eternal Thankfulness and Praise, to the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, the united Authors of this mighty Change.
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In the third place, let us briefly consider this Perfection in Holiness, as it regards the other blessed Inhabitants of Heaven.
In the third place, let us briefly Consider this Perfection in Holiness, as it regards the other blessed Inhabitants of Heaven.
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The Saint advanced thither dwells with an innumerable Company of Angels, and the general Assembly and Church of the first born, the Spirits of just Men made perfect, as the Apostle speaks ( Heb. 12.22, 23.) And by this Perfection of Holiness he is perfectly suited to that bright Society, suited to those with whom he must live for ever,
The Saint advanced thither dwells with an innumerable Company of Angels, and the general Assembly and Church of the First born, the Spirits of just Men made perfect, as the Apostle speaks (Hebrew 12.22, 23.) And by this Perfection of Holiness he is perfectly suited to that bright Society, suited to those with whom he must live for ever,
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and by consequence is the more acceptable and easie to them, as they also are to him.
and by consequence is the more acceptable and easy to them, as they also Are to him.
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By this Perfection in Holiness there is a perfect Agreement, and Concord among the blessed Inhabitants of Heaven:
By this Perfection in Holiness there is a perfect Agreement, and Concord among the blessed Inhabitants of Heaven:
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They converse together with an entire Confidence in each other, without any Jealousie or Suspicion; without Fraud or Envy; without Malice or ill Design:
They converse together with an entire Confidence in each other, without any Jealousy or Suspicion; without Fraud or Envy; without Malice or ill Design:
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They are all of them easie and pleasing to one another.
They Are all of them easy and pleasing to one Another.
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Every one there is very wise and very kind, full of Love to all the rest,
Every one there is very wise and very kind, full of Love to all the rest,
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and they are full of Love to him. By this Perfection in Holiness every one knows and values true Worth and true Love,
and they Are full of Love to him. By this Perfection in Holiness every one knows and value's true Worth and true Love,
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and seeing these in all the Company, he takes the more Delight in them whom he finds so eminently possest of both.
and seeing these in all the Company, he Takes the more Delight in them whom he finds so eminently possessed of both.
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Every Saint loves all the rest for the sake of that Love which they all appear to have to God the great Authour of their Being,
Every Saint loves all the rest for the sake of that Love which they all appear to have to God the great Author of their Being,
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and the kind Contriver and Accomplisher of their Redemption from Misery, and the Fountain of their Happiness.
and the kind Contriver and Accomplisher of their Redemption from Misery, and the Fountain of their Happiness.
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Because they are all pleasing to him, they are the more pleasing to one another.
Because they Are all pleasing to him, they Are the more pleasing to one Another.
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'Tis delightful to every one to see all the rest such as he would have them to be.
It's delightful to every one to see all the rest such as he would have them to be.
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And then with one Mind and one Mouth they joyn, and offer harmonious and agreeing Praises to God for what he is in himself,
And then with one Mind and one Mouth they join, and offer harmonious and agreeing Praises to God for what he is in himself,
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and for his Bounty and Goodness to one another, and to themselves. Oh happy World! Oh blessed Union!
and for his Bounty and goodness to one Another, and to themselves. O happy World! O blessed union!
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There Brethren dwell together in the most perfect Ʋnity, and there especially is it experienced how good and pleasant a thing this is:
There Brothers dwell together in the most perfect Ʋnity, and there especially is it experienced how good and pleasant a thing this is:
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And there, therefore especially, does God, the Authour of Peace and Lover of Concord, Shower down his Blessings upon the whole Society, even Life for evermore.
And there, Therefore especially, does God, the Author of Peace and Lover of Concord, Shower down his Blessings upon the Whole Society, even Life for evermore.
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Thus far is the utmost, that it is convenient for us to go at present in displaying the Riches of the Glory of the Inheritance of the Saints.
Thus Far is the utmost, that it is convenient for us to go At present in displaying the Riches of the Glory of the Inheritance of the Saints.
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And what has been said does deserve our deliberate Meditation.
And what has been said does deserve our deliberate Meditation.
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Here then let us stop for the present, and look back and seriously meditate on these things, till Opportunity shall be afforded us to hear the rest.
Here then let us stop for the present, and look back and seriously meditate on these things, till Opportunity shall be afforded us to hear the rest.
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Oh let us seriously bethink our selves what we now are, how weak and poor, and how miserable by the Effects of Sin upon us.
O let us seriously bethink our selves what we now Are, how weak and poor, and how miserable by the Effects of since upon us.
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And let us consider too, what we may be! What glorious Bodies we may attain, and how much more glorious Souls!
And let us Consider too, what we may be! What glorious Bodies we may attain, and how much more glorious Souls!
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That we, the vile sinful Inhabitants of this low Earth, may become the pure, glorious, and happy Inhabitants of Heaven!
That we, the vile sinful Inhabitants of this low Earth, may become the pure, glorious, and happy Inhabitants of Heaven!
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The Companions of glorious Angels and fit for the most glorious Presence of God. Let us consider these things till we resolve to prosecute with utmost Diligence this Dignity, and Advancement;
The Sodales of glorious Angels and fit for the most glorious Presence of God. Let us Consider these things till we resolve to prosecute with utmost Diligence this Dignity, and Advancement;
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and consider them still, that we may put such a Resolution into vigorous Practice and Endeavour.
and Consider them still, that we may put such a Resolution into vigorous Practice and Endeavour.
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If we would heartily resolve thus, and steddily follow such a Resolution, how wise should we be!
If we would heartily resolve thus, and steadily follow such a Resolution, how wise should we be!
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How well should we consult our Interest and Happiness:
How well should we consult our Interest and Happiness:
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We should consult and pursue the highest, and the everlasting Interest both of Soul and Body.
We should consult and pursue the highest, and the everlasting Interest both of Soul and Body.
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And what incomparable Content and Pleasure might a Man even now take in such a Course, when he might tell himself:
And what incomparable Content and Pleasure might a Man even now take in such a Course, when he might tell himself:
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In my Endeavours to be pious and vertuous I endeavour but to be happy:
In my Endeavours to be pious and virtuous I endeavour but to be happy:
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I aim at the rectifying of my Nature, at the Health, and Soundness, and Perfection of it!
I aim At the rectifying of my Nature, At the Health, and Soundness, and Perfection of it!
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In all my Advances in Grace, and Vertue I advance towards the Glory, and the Happiness of Heaven.
In all my Advances in Grace, and Virtue I advance towards the Glory, and the Happiness of Heaven.
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In this way I shall grow up at last to a glorious Likeness to the infinite and perfect Deity.
In this Way I shall grow up At last to a glorious Likeness to the infinite and perfect Deity.
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This aspiring Course will lift me at length above all that is mean and poor, above all that is little and contemptible, above all that is uncertain and Perishing, above all that is vexatious and hurtful,
This aspiring Course will lift me At length above all that is mean and poor, above all that is little and contemptible, above all that is uncertain and Perishing, above all that is vexatious and hurtful,
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and will bring me to the greatest Attainments of Glory, and Happiness, which my Nature is capable to receive.
and will bring me to the greatest Attainments of Glory, and Happiness, which my Nature is capable to receive.
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Thus let us think and do accordingly, and may God of his infinite Mercy bring us all to this Happiness, through the Merits and Mediation of Jesus Christ, to whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost be all Honour, Glory and Praise, World without End. Amen.
Thus let us think and do accordingly, and may God of his infinite Mercy bring us all to this Happiness, through the Merits and Mediation of jesus christ, to whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost be all Honour, Glory and Praise, World without End. Amen.
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and we may believe, that, as all Mankind should have been translated to Heaven without dying,
and we may believe, that, as all Mankind should have been translated to Heaven without dying,
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yet they shall all be changed in a moment;
yet they shall all be changed in a moment;
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And he says of those who shall be found living upon Earth at the last day, that although they shall not die,
And he Says of those who shall be found living upon Earth At the last day, that although they shall not die,
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To signifie, that this dull Lump of Earth is not a fit Inhabitant for those glorious Mansions and Enjoyments which the Saints are advanced to in Heaven.
To signify, that this dull Lump of Earth is not a fit Inhabitant for those glorious Mansions and Enjoyments which the Saints Are advanced to in Heaven.
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The Apostle therefore says, Flesh and Blood cannot inherit the Kingdom of Heaven:
The Apostle Therefore Says, Flesh and Blood cannot inherit the Kingdom of Heaven:
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That they may be fit to dwell in a much more beautiful and glorious World, and be suitable Companions to the glorious Angels.
That they may be fit to dwell in a much more beautiful and glorious World, and be suitable Sodales to the glorious Angels.
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and may be capable to serve the excellent Operations of such, and perform the high Employments of Heaven:
and may be capable to serve the excellent Operations of such, and perform the high Employments of Heaven:
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that they may be fit Habitations, and Instruments for their exalted Souls to dwell in,
that they may be fit Habitations, and Instruments for their exalted Souls to dwell in,
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As their dead Bodies shall be raised to Life again, so they must, indeed of necessity, be mightily improved;
As their dead Bodies shall be raised to Life again, so they must, indeed of necessity, be mightily improved;
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Let us see, in the first place, what will be the Excellencies and Improvements of the Bodies of the Saints in that glorious, exalted State.
Let us see, in the First place, what will be the Excellencies and Improvements of the Bodies of the Saints in that glorious, exalted State.
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And what also will be the Advantages and Improvement of their Souls.
And what also will be the Advantages and Improvement of their Souls.
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To represent this matter the more distinctly, I must shew what will be the Condition, and Improvement of the Bodies of the Saints in Heaven:
To represent this matter the more distinctly, I must show what will be the Condition, and Improvement of the Bodies of the Saints in Heaven:
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This Head contains those bounteous Gifts which he will bestow upon the blessed Saints when they are advanced to Heaven.
This Head contains those bounteous Gifts which he will bestow upon the blessed Saints when they Are advanced to Heaven.
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And this, we may suppose, is what the Psalmist chiefly meant, under the Name of the Pleasures at God's Right Hand.
And this, we may suppose, is what the Psalmist chiefly meant, under the Name of the Pleasures At God's Right Hand.
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The holy Scripture teaches us there will be granted in Heaven, mighty Improvements of our selves.
The holy Scripture Teaches us there will be granted in Heaven, mighty Improvements of our selves.
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for even this is a great Part of that Happiness.
for even this is a great Part of that Happiness.
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To represent what the Scripture teaches us they shall be who shall attain the final, perfect Happiness of Mankind,
To represent what the Scripture Teaches us they shall be who shall attain the final, perfect Happiness of Mankind,
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I begin with the first of these:
I begin with the First of these:
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3. I shall illustrate a little the Import of this general Qualification of the Happiness mentioned, which is, That it shall continue for evermore.
3. I shall illustrate a little the Import of this general Qualification of the Happiness mentioned, which is, That it shall continue for evermore.
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2. I shall represent what it is that they shall enjoy.
2. I shall represent what it is that they shall enjoy.
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as well as I can, under these three general Heads of Discourse. 1. I shall observe, what they are to be who shall attain this Happiness.
as well as I can, under these three general Heads of Discourse. 1. I shall observe, what they Are to be who shall attain this Happiness.
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He expresses, too, the Pleasure and Joy which this shall be to them, even Fulness of Joy: and the long Duration of the Happiness, In Pleasures for evermore. I shall therefore, from these Words, represent the final, perfect Happiness of Man,
He Expresses, too, the Pleasure and Joy which this shall be to them, even Fullness of Joy: and the long Duration of the Happiness, In Pleasures for evermore. I shall Therefore, from these Words, represent the final, perfect Happiness of Man,
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and with a full Hand largely bestowing upon them considerable Favours, the Testimonies, and Expressions of his Love and Esteem.
and with a full Hand largely bestowing upon them considerable Favours, the Testimonies, and Expressions of his Love and Esteem.
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And the Psalmist here, as a learned Man well observes, (Muis in loc.) seems to represent Almighty God as a Bounteous, Munificent Prince, calling his Favourites into his Presence,
And the Psalmist Here, as a learned Man well observes, (Muis in loc.) seems to represent Almighty God as a Bounteous, Munificent Prince, calling his Favourites into his Presence,
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I shall not spend any Time in taking notice of the Connexion of these Words, but at present consider them absolutely and alone.
I shall not spend any Time in taking notice of the Connexion of these Words, but At present Consider them absolutely and alone.
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We have a summary and comprehensive Account of this Matter in our present Text, where the Psalmist says to God, In thy Presence is Fullness of Joy, at thy Right Hand are Pleasures for evermore.
We have a summary and comprehensive Account of this Matter in our present Text, where the Psalmist Says to God, In thy Presence is Fullness of Joy, At thy Right Hand Are Pleasures for evermore.
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and consummate Happiness of good Men; the glorious Rewards prepared for our present Piety and Vertue.
and consummate Happiness of good Men; the glorious Rewards prepared for our present Piety and Virtue.
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It shall be the Business of this Discourse to gather together, and represent, in the best Method that I can, what the holy Scripture tells us of the final,
It shall be the Business of this Discourse to gather together, and represent, in the best Method that I can, what the holy Scripture tells us of the final,
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Now we must procure our highest State of Felicity by good, and vertuous living, and hereafter chiefly, must we receive the Rewards of this in the Attainment of that Felicity.
Now we must procure our highest State of Felicity by good, and virtuous living, and hereafter chiefly, must we receive the Rewards of this in the Attainment of that Felicity.
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and the other is chiefly the Time of Rewards.
and the other is chiefly the Time of Rewards.
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And it is also, we must know, according to the Creator's original Design, That this Life is a Time of work and and well-doing,
And it is also, we must know, according to the Creator's original Design, That this Life is a Time of work and and welldoing,
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and made the Creature subject to Vanity, and brought upon us a great deal of Misery and Vexation.
and made the Creature Subject to Vanity, and brought upon us a great deal of Misery and Vexation.
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Much rather have we this to do now, when our Sin has pulled a Curse upon this World,
Much rather have we this to do now, when our since has pulled a Curse upon this World,
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Even in our best Condition on Earth, we had still a better to aim at, and seek after;
Even in our best Condition on Earth, we had still a better to aim At, and seek After;
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It is, then according to the Original Design of our Creation, That our perfect compleat Felicity is not to be attained in this Life:
It is, then according to the Original Design of our Creation, That our perfect complete Felicity is not to be attained in this Life:
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which is that state our Saviour means when he speaks of a Kingdom prepared for good Men from the Foundation of the World.
which is that state our Saviour means when he speaks of a Kingdom prepared for good Men from the Foundation of the World.
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after a time spent in pious and vertuous living on Earth;
After a time spent in pious and virtuous living on Earth;
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And there was another and a higher design'd them, to which all Men should, without Death have been translated if we had not sinned,
And there was Another and a higher designed them, to which all Men should, without Death have been translated if we had not sinned,
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and doing their Duty to him in a lower state of Happiness:
and doing their Duty to him in a lower state of Happiness:
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He order'd they should arrive to this, but upon the condition, and in the way of behaving themselves well,
He ordered they should arrive to this, but upon the condition, and in the Way of behaving themselves well,
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And as for Mankind, he did make them indeed very happy at first, but not in that highest degree which he intended they should obtain.
And as for Mankind, he did make them indeed very happy At First, but not in that highest degree which he intended they should obtain.
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Thus he dispos'd of the Angels above, and the Animals below us, if we may reckon these capable of Happiness.
Thus he disposed of the Angels above, and the Animals below us, if we may reckon these capable of Happiness.
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IT pleased the Great Soveraign of the World, in making several sorts of Creatures capable of Happiness, to set some of them at first in the highest state of it, which they were capable to enjoy.
IT pleased the Great Sovereign of the World, in making several sorts of Creatures capable of Happiness, to Set Some of them At First in the highest state of it, which they were capable to enjoy.
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Psal. 16.11. In thy Presence is Fulness of Joy, at thy Right Hand are Pleasures for evermore.
Psalm 16.11. In thy Presence is Fullness of Joy, At thy Right Hand Are Pleasures for evermore.
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as Enoch and Elias were, so they also should have been changed upon that Translation.
as Enoch and Elias were, so they also should have been changed upon that translation.
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