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SERMON I. 2 Cor. 13.11. Finally brethren farewel, be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace,
SERMON I 2 Cor. 13.11. Finally brothers farewell, be perfect, be of good Comfort, be of one mind, live in peace,
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and the God of peace shall be with you.
and the God of peace shall be with you.
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BY the reading of this Text, I suppose you all believe, I expect but a short continuance with you;
BY the reading of this Text, I suppose you all believe, I expect but a short Continuance with you;
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And it may be, some desire a double account from me, 1. Why I must depart? 2. Why I chuse such a Text,
And it may be, Some desire a double account from me, 1. Why I must depart? 2. Why I choose such a Text,
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so long before my appointed parting day. But this account is not sit here to be inserted.
so long before my appointed parting day. But this account is not fit Here to be inserted.
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These words are Pauls valediction to the Corinthians, consisting of two main parts, Exhortation & Benediction.
These words Are Paul's valediction to the Corinthians, consisting of two main parts, Exhortation & Benediction.
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Exhortation, Be perfect, &c. Benediction, Farewel, the God of peace shall be with you. I shall first raise some Observations, and then make particular Application. The Observations very briefly:
Exhortation, Be perfect, etc. Benediction, Farewell, the God of peace shall be with you. I shall First raise Some Observations, and then make particular Application. The Observations very briefly:
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Doct. First, An Apostolical Spirit is an uniting affectionate Spirit: He calls them Brethren. This Spirit you see exprest, Mark 10. from 42. to the 45. verse.Doct. First, an Apostolical Spirit is an uniting affectionate Spirit: He calls them Brothers. This Spirit you see expressed, Mark 10. from 42. to the 45. verse.
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An Apostolical Spirit doth not trample over others blood, but cements the Church by its own blood.
an Apostolical Spirit does not trample over Others blood, but cements the Church by its own blood.
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Doth not ride over other mens heads to serve its own pride and lust, but layes it self under other mens feet to save their Souls.
Does not ride over other men's Heads to serve its own pride and lust, but lays it self under other men's feet to save their Souls.
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Though free from all, yet servant unto all, that they may gain the more, 1 Cor. 9.19. 1 Thes. 2.7, 8. The Apostles, as Nurses among Children, could have imparted their own Souls.
Though free from all, yet servant unto all, that they may gain the more, 1 Cor. 9.19. 1 Thebes 2.7, 8. The Apostles, as Nurse's among Children, could have imparted their own Souls.
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2 Tim. 2. from 23. to the last. The first verse I am sure I have practised, the other I have laboured for.
2 Tim. 2. from 23. to the last. The First verse I am sure I have practised, the other I have laboured for.
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Ʋse. Then earnestly pray, that he whom God sends among you, be according to this Doctrine.Ʋse. Then earnestly pray, that he whom God sends among you, be according to this Doctrine.
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Doct. 2. Secondly, Every action and fruition of Mortality, must come to its finally. Methusalah, had his last hour;Doct. 2. Secondly, Every actium and fruition of Mortality, must come to its finally. Methuselah, had his last hour;
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the Egyptian Piramides shall not have one stone left upon another.
the Egyptian Pyramids shall not have one stone left upon Another.
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Ʋse 1. First, let's labour for immorcality, when every moment will be as far from finally, as the first;Ʋse 1. First, let's labour for immorcality, when every moment will be as Far from finally, as the First;
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when no friends shall part, no joyes shall end. Ʋse 2. Secondly, Remember finally in every firstly here.
when no Friends shall part, no Joys shall end. Ʋse 2. Secondly, remember finally in every firstly Here.
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So close, as remember thou must part:
So close, as Remember thou must part:
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Let God lie alwaies betwixt thy heart and thy love, and then no parting will rend thy heart:
Let God lie always betwixt thy heart and thy love, and then no parting will rend thy heart:
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Have a Cabinet alwaies safely to repose thy self and thy friends, and that the bosom of thy God;
Have a Cabinet always safely to repose thy self and thy Friends, and that the bosom of thy God;
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and then, though thou seest him not, your couch is alwaies one. Doct. 3. Thirdly, It was the manner of the Apostles, to take Emphatical partings.
and then, though thou See him not, your couch is always one. Doct. 3. Thirdly, It was the manner of the Apostles, to take Emphatical partings.
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I told you, an Apo•••lical Spirit, was an affectionate Spirit; and all affections have two sharp ends, the first and last.
I told you, an Apo•••lical Spirit, was an affectionate Spirit; and all affections have two sharp ends, the First and last.
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In them the Spirits of affection are condensed and doubled. Of this, Acts 20.21.
In them the Spirits of affection Are condensed and doubled. Of this, Acts 20.21.
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give eminent instances, Chapt. 20, vers. 7. He Preacht at Tr••s all night, being to depart on the morrow, vers. 11. till break of day, v. 17. He sent for the Elders of the Church,
give eminent instances, Chapter 20, vers. 7. He Preached At Tr••s all night, being to depart on the morrow, vers. 11. till break of day, v. 17. He sent for the Elders of the Church,
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and his parting is set down, ver. 18. to the 20, 25, 27, 36. and to the last.
and his parting is Set down, ver. 18. to the 20, 25, 27, 36. and to the last.
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Chap. 21.5, 6. At Tyre all accompanied him at his departure Peters care we may see, 2 Per. 1.12, 15. He had great care then, to leave thing, in their remembrance.Chap. 21.5, 6. At Tyre all accompanied him At his departure Peter's care we may see, 2 Per. 1.12, 15. He had great care then, to leave thing, in their remembrance.
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Yea, it is a Divine Spirit: Thus Christ took his leave of Jerusalem, Mat. 23.37. to the end.
Yea, it is a Divine Spirit: Thus christ took his leave of Jerusalem, Mathew 23.37. to the end.
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Thus he takes his leave of his Disciples, John 14.15.16.17. chap. Yea, such a spirit God himself expresses, Hosea 11.8. He was loath to give up Israel, and came back many a time when he was going away.
Thus he Takes his leave of his Disciples, John 14.15.16.17. chap. Yea, such a Spirit God himself Expresses, Hosea 11.8. He was loath to give up Israel, and Come back many a time when he was going away.
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Ʋse. Then the seriousness of my parting from you, is not without good example and president.Ʋse. Then the seriousness of my parting from you, is not without good Exampl and president.
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Doct. 4. Fourthly, For peoples felicity, is the Pastor anxiety. Farewell: Oh! that the God of love and peace may be with you, sayes Paul here. S•.Doct. 4. Fourthly, For peoples felicity, is the Pastor anxiety. Farewell: Oh! that the God of love and peace may be with you, Says Paul Here. S•.
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Pauls affection is almost incredible, to remember multitudes in every prayer, even by name, living,Paul's affection is almost incredible, to Remember Multitudes in every prayer, even by name, living,
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and dying for their sake•, as he oft expresses in his Epistles, Phil. 1.7, to 11. He greatly has them in his heart,
and dying for their sake•, as he oft Expresses in his Epistles, Philip 1.7, to 11. He greatly has them in his heart,
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and longs for them, that they may grow and increase.
and longs for them, that they may grow and increase.
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Ʋse. The only inference I shall make from this, is, I believe, I shall feel the reality of my office, by the pain of my heart.Ʋse. The only Inference I shall make from this, is, I believe, I shall feel the reality of my office, by the pain of my heart.
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I never expect to have a heart, without many cutting thoughts, and a very heavy weight on me, on the consideration of your souls,
I never expect to have a heart, without many cutting thoughts, and a very heavy weight on me, on the consideration of your Souls,
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when I shall be made much uncapable to help you.
when I shall be made much uncapable to help you.
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The defect of my own earnestness when I had liberty with you, and the fear of your want of spiritual Mercies,
The defect of my own earnestness when I had liberty with you, and the Fear of your want of spiritual mercies,
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when I am absent, will make me know, what it is, once to have had a care of your souls.
when I am absent, will make me know, what it is, once to have had a care of your Souls.
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Doct. 5. Fifthly, They are blessed that have the God of love and peace abiding with them.Doct. 5. Fifthly, They Are blessed that have the God of love and peace abiding with them.
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Where God is, there can be no want; where the God of love is, their Souls can want no company;
Where God is, there can be no want; where the God of love is, their Souls can want no company;
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where the God of peace is, there can want no rest nor joy. Ʋse. 1. First, Pray take care that he may be with you, what ever become; of me.
where the God of peace is, there can want no rest nor joy. Ʋse. 1. First, Pray take care that he may be with you, what ever become; of me.
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Ʋse. 2. Secondly, It is my joy, I hope I shall leave him with divers of you.Ʋse. 2. Secondly, It is my joy, I hope I shall leave him with diverse of you.
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Ʋse. 3. Thirdly, Do me the duty and favour, to beg him for me also, what Land soever I may live in.Ʋse. 3. Thirdly, Do me the duty and favour, to beg him for me also, what Land soever I may live in.
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Doct. 6. Lastly, Perfection, Consolation, and Union, is the way to Divine fruition. The more height of holiness, love and joy, the more of God.Doct. 6. Lastly, Perfection, Consolation, and union, is the Way to Divine fruition. The more height of holiness, love and joy, the more of God.
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Ʋse. Oh, that your souls would but labour for it!Ʋse. O, that your Souls would but labour for it!
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And to the end, that God may be with you, that you may be perfect, comforted, and united;
And to the end, that God may be with you, that you may be perfect, comforted, and united;
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shall I now speak a word of Exhortation to divers sorts of you, that may be useful,
shall I now speak a word of Exhortation to diverse sorts of you, that may be useful,
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and possibly you may remember when I am gone. First and last things stick in memory.
and possibly you may Remember when I am gone. First and last things stick in memory.
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I would fain leave some memorial for God in every heart; something that shall live and speak when I am gone.
I would fain leave Some memorial for God in every heart; something that shall live and speak when I am gone.
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I would sow a seed that may prove a binder, 'twixt God and your souls. And First, Let me speak to you that are poor and ignorant;
I would sow a seed that may prove a binder, betwixt God and your Souls. And First, Let me speak to you that Are poor and ignorant;
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pray hearken, I am giving you your last lesson, hear me this once more, if you never heard me before,
pray harken, I am giving you your last Lesson, hear me this once more, if you never herd me before,
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yet hear me now, else you will be as Josephs brethren; time may come, you may remember;
yet hear me now, Else you will be as Josephs brothers; time may come, you may Remember;
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you would not hear your brother, when he speak in the anguish of his soul unto you.
you would not hear your brother, when he speak in the anguish of his soul unto you.
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The first word of Exhortation.
The First word of Exhortation.
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First, Thou wilt be lamentably confounded, when God shall shew thee, thy soul was worth ten thousand of thy body.First, Thou wilt be lamentably confounded, when God shall show thee, thy soul was worth ten thousand of thy body.
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For what is all this regardlessness of Soul, for thy poor body? Thou thinkest thou dost wisely,
For what is all this regardlessness of Soul, for thy poor body? Thou Thinkest thou dost wisely,
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and I pitty thee with all my heart;
and I pity thee with all my heart;
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and the hundred part, God will accept of thee, that he will not of the rich.
and the hundred part, God will accept of thee, that he will not of the rich.
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But thou must love God above all, thou must know the nature of the fall, the nature of the Gospel of Faith, Repentance, Obedience, and a new Creature.
But thou must love God above all, thou must know the nature of the fallen, the nature of the Gospel of Faith, Repentance, obedience, and a new Creature.
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Thou shouldest of the two, chuse rather to save thy soul then thy body. God will make thee understand that Text, Mat. 16.26.
Thou Shouldst of the two, choose rather to save thy soul then thy body. God will make thee understand that Text, Mathew 16.26.
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The whole world, much lesse a poor wretched life, will not make up the loss of thy Soul. Behold thy case, Mat. 25.24, 30. Thou thinkest God is hard, thou takest heed thou dost no hurt, and dost no good:
The Whole world, much less a poor wretched life, will not make up the loss of thy Soul. Behold thy case, Mathew 25.24, 30. Thou Thinkest God is hard, thou Takest heed thou dost not hurt, and dost not good:
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Remember, all will be retorted on thee, and being unprofitable, thou wilt be cast into utter darkness;
remember, all will be retorted on thee, and being unprofitable, thou wilt be cast into utter darkness;
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I would have none of Mells, or Leigh, be ever there.
I would have none of Mells, or Leigh, be ever there.
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Thou wilt tell God, I was very careful to save the Cabinet, but what became of the Jewel? Thy Childs cloaths;
Thou wilt tell God, I was very careful to save the Cabinet, but what became of the Jewel? Thy Child's clothes;
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but what became of the Child?
but what became of the Child?
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God will say, didst thou never hear, thy soul was better then thy body? why didst not thou look after it? Consider, Luke 14.21. the poor were compelled to come into a sence of the Gospel.
God will say, didst thou never hear, thy soul was better then thy body? why didst not thou look After it? Consider, Lycia 14.21. the poor were compelled to come into a sense of the Gospel.
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But Mat. 22.11, 12, 13. the poor man without a wedding garment, was speechless, when cast into everlasting woe.
But Mathew 22.11, 12, 13. the poor man without a wedding garment, was speechless, when cast into everlasting woe.
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2. Word. Secondly, Love will have time, 1 Cor. 16.22.
2. Word. Secondly, Love will have time, 1 Cor. 16.22.
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If any man love not the Lord Christ, he's left to the Curse at Christs last coming: And Cant. 8.6.
If any man love not the Lord christ, he's left to the Curse At Christ last coming: And Cant 8.6.
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Love is as strong as death, and will break through all impediments. She loved, that gave her two Mites into the Treasury, Mat. 12.43. Remember, Psal. 132.15. God is engaged to thee;
Love is as strong as death, and will break through all impediments. She loved, that gave her two Mites into the Treasury, Mathew 12.43. remember, Psalm 132.15. God is engaged to thee;
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if thou lovest, thou wilt trust God to keep thee alive, but if he will kill thee, thou wilt follow him. She (among you) loved, that (being poor) burnt the thatch of her house to read the Bible by, and died a glorious Christian.
if thou Lovest, thou wilt trust God to keep thee alive, but if he will kill thee, thou wilt follow him. She (among you) loved, that (being poor) burned the thatch of her house to read the bible by, and died a glorious Christian.
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If thou lovest, thou wilt sleep but a little; live by the word of God, beg to live whilst thou dost hear the Word;
If thou Lovest, thou wilt sleep but a little; live by the word of God, beg to live while thou dost hear the Word;
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wilt cry to all thou meetest, men and brethren, what shall I do to be saved?
wilt cry to all thou meetest, men and brothers, what shall I do to be saved?
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Not lack of mony, or time, but it's lack of love, that damns poor mens souls.
Not lack of money, or time, but it's lack of love, that damns poor men's Souls.
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3. Word. Thirdly, What kind of creature art thou, who thinkest, God, Soul, and Eternity, may be put off with a little regard?
3. Word. Thirdly, What kind of creature art thou, who Thinkest, God, Soul, and Eternity, may be put off with a little regard?
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Art thou a man, or art thou a creeping thing? wert thou bred in the field among Cattle,
Art thou a man, or art thou a creeping thing? Wertenberg thou bred in the field among Cattle,
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or hast thou heard of a Soul? Is it possible a Jewel should be no more to thee then a pebble;
or hast thou herd of a Soul? Is it possible a Jewel should be no more to thee then a pebble;
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a King then a worm? Look on the Heavens, think what he deserves that made them; compare Eternity and time; consider the difference:
a King then a worm? Look on the Heavens, think what he deserves that made them; compare Eternity and time; Consider the difference:
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Thou that art thus senceless, art but a bruit, without being all hairy; pitty thy self, arise and be a man;
Thou that art thus senseless, art but a bruit, without being all hairy; pity thy self, arise and be a man;
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thy eyes are even out, thou art buried alive.
thy eyes Are even out, thou art buried alive.
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Art thou content to be a fly, a worm, a dog, a swine? be not so poor,
Art thou content to be a fly, a worm, a dog, a Swine? be not so poor,
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as to be none of mankind.
as to be none of mankind.
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4. Word. Fourthly, Be sure, who ever thou art, thou wilt be damned, unless thou valuest God and Eternity infinitely before this world and life.
4. Word. Fourthly, Be sure, who ever thou art, thou wilt be damned, unless thou valuest God and Eternity infinitely before this world and life.
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How is it with thee? Do these glorious objects fill thine eyes, or art thou closed from them? Are they as food to thee, thou hast no mind to? Remember, 2 Thes. 1.8. He will come in flaming fire, to take vengeance on them that know him not.
How is it with thee? Do these glorious objects fill thine eyes, or art thou closed from them? are they as food to thee, thou hast no mind to? remember, 2 Thebes 1.8. He will come in flaming fire, to take vengeance on them that know him not.
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Dost thou know God, or long to know him? Or think a little will serve turn? Oh! mind this place, let me intreat thee.
Dost thou know God, or long to know him? Or think a little will serve turn? Oh! mind this place, let me entreat thee.
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Consider that in 2 Cor. 4.4. The God of this world, hath blinded the eyes of them that are lost.
Consider that in 2 Cor. 4.4. The God of this world, hath blinded the eyes of them that Are lost.
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Must I say so of the Gospel here? 2 Thes. 2.12. All shall be damned that believe not the Truth; but have pleasure in unrighteousness. Read seriously, Prov. 1.23.
Must I say so of the Gospel Here? 2 Thebes 2.12. All shall be damned that believe not the Truth; but have pleasure in unrighteousness. Read seriously, Curae 1.23.
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to 27. What does thy soul long for, what does thy tongue chiefly enquire after?
to 27. What does thy soul long for, what does thy tongue chiefly inquire After?
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I would not have thee damn'd; oh! lift up thine eyes.
I would not have thee damned; o! lift up thine eyes.
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5. Word. Fifthly, Of all persons, 'tis madness for thee, not to look after the other world.
5. Word. Fifthly, Of all Persons, it's madness for thee, not to look After the other world.
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Thou art now poor, must thou ever be a wretch, ever the tayl? Come, get the start of rich men: Remember Gods choice, Jam. 1.5. You are to be rich, and have Kingdoms.
Thou art now poor, must thou ever be a wretch, ever the tail? Come, get the start of rich men: remember God's choice, Jam. 1.5. You Are to be rich, and have Kingdoms.
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Come poor man let thee and I be glorious persons in the other world.
Come poor man let thee and I be glorious Persons in the other world.
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6. Word. Sixthly, Great will be thy confusion, when God shall give thee a review of the Manna that hath fallen about thy Tents, and thou starve for hunger.
6. Word. Sixthly, Great will be thy confusion, when God shall give thee a review of the Manna that hath fallen about thy Tents, and thou starve for hunger.
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Thou that art poor, mightest not thou have learnt (many hundred times) what it is to believe in Jesus? Had a way shewed thee to break the cords of Hell? Hath not the Boat and the Gale, come many a Sabbath and stood at thy doors?
Thou that art poor, Mightest not thou have learned (many hundred times) what it is to believe in jesus? Had a Way showed thee to break the cords of Hell? Hath not the Boat and the Gale, come many a Sabbath and stood At thy doors?
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Has not Heaven and Hell been set open before thee, while God may say, thou idlest at home,
Has not Heaven and Hell been Set open before thee, while God may say, thou idlest At home,
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or sleepest at Church, or thought of something else? Must God hear thee? Thou wouldest not hear him.
or Sleepest At Church, or Thought of something Else? Must God hear thee? Thou Wouldst not hear him.
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How should a condemn'd Malefactor expect the Prince should hear her, whom he has oft woed as for his life, without regard?
How should a condemned Malefactor expect the Prince should hear her, whom he has oft wooed as for his life, without regard?
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Thou that art more rich, but ignorant, what wilt say to Expositions, and Catechise for so many years?
Thou that art more rich, but ignorant, what wilt say to Expositions, and Catechise for so many Years?
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What wilt say, that the Gospel was brought home within thine own wall? But, O Lord, I had no mind to thee.
What wilt say, that the Gospel was brought home within thine own wall? But, Oh Lord, I had no mind to thee.
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The time and degree of the means of Grace is remembered. The time, Luke 13.7. These three years have I come, expecting fruit. So Acts 20.31. These three years have I warned you.
The time and degree of the means of Grace is remembered. The time, Lycia 13.7. These three Years have I come, expecting fruit. So Acts 20.31. These three Years have I warned you.
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You here have had three, and three, and three, above five threes of years:
You Here have had three, and three, and three, above five threes of Years:
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It's within five weeks of sixteen years, that I have laboured to my utmost ability, to declare the Gospel of God unto you;
It's within five weeks of sixteen Years, that I have laboured to my utmost ability, to declare the Gospel of God unto you;
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and God grant that you may not now be cutting down. So the degrees of the Gospel, Gal. 3.1. Christ evidently set forth.
and God grant that you may not now be cutting down. So the Degrees of the Gospel, Gal. 3.1. christ evidently Set forth.
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Your degree of means, is recorded with God in Heaven.
Your degree of means, is recorded with God in Heaven.
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Do you think God will forget those solemn dayes, wherein for many years, the chiefest Labourers in Gods Vineyard, have met to dress your souls?
Do you think God will forget those solemn days, wherein for many Years, the chiefest Labourers in God's Vineyard, have met to dress your Souls?
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In that respect, I may say, thou hast been Capernaum; take heed of thy fall. Thou hast had Sacraments, able to have moved a Rock, when others have been excluded;
In that respect, I may say, thou hast been Capernaum; take heed of thy fallen. Thou hast had Sacraments, able to have moved a Rock, when Others have been excluded;
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Thinkest thou, thou shalt never hear of them?
Thinkest thou, thou shalt never hear of them?
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What wilt say, if thou wilt starve, when thou didst every day tread on the fruit of the tree of life?
What wilt say, if thou wilt starve, when thou didst every day tread on the fruit of the tree of life?
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7. Word. Lastly, Suck the pipes of knowledge now, as thou would'st hereafter draw the breasts of mercy, for Eternal life.
7. Word. Lastly, Suck the pipes of knowledge now, as thou Wouldst hereafter draw the breasts of mercy, for Eternal life.
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Shall God betrust thee with another pipe of Truth, and Grace, and wilt not draw harder?
Shall God betrust thee with Another pipe of Truth, and Grace, and wilt not draw harder?
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Oh! be thou anothers Crown, love another better, and receive more from him. Let thy spirit accompany him, when he prays;
Oh! be thou another's Crown, love Another better, and receive more from him. Let thy Spirit accompany him, when he prays;
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let every syllable he speak, enter into thy heart; let it be esteemed my fault, that thou wert not saved before.
let every syllable he speak, enter into thy heart; let it be esteemed my fault, that thou Wertenberg not saved before.
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Let not the Bibles lie like old shoes about the house, eaten up with dust; wouldest thou use thy evidence for a Cottage, or a Kings pardon? So,
Let not the Bibles lie like old shoes about the house, eaten up with dust; Wouldst thou use thy evidence for a Cottage, or a Kings pardon? So,
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Let the Name of God daily sound in thy house, and let thy soul hearken to it.
Let the Name of God daily found in thy house, and let thy soul harken to it.
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Fetch life from thy neighbours lips. Fetch Heaven from his Christian house, especially, if thou should'st want it in publick here.
Fetch life from thy neighbours lips. Fetch Heaven from his Christian house, especially, if thou Shouldst want it in public Here.
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Thou wilt draw hard for mercy hereter, cry every day for a spirit of knowledge now.
Thou wilt draw hard for mercy hereter, cry every day for a Spirit of knowledge now.
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Let not my labours laie an Eternal weight upon thee.
Let not my labours lay an Eternal weight upon thee.
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I have sighed to help thee, do not thou at last groan, because thou would'st not be helpt. Oh ignorant heavy soul!
I have sighed to help thee, do not thou At last groan, Because thou Wouldst not be helped. O ignorant heavy soul!
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let me see thy awakened eyes, and flaming heart, at the last day, that I may then praise our God,
let me see thy awakened eyes, and flaming heart, At the last day, that I may then praise our God,
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and bless thy lot for ever.
and bless thy lot for ever.
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And so I take my leave of thee, remember what I have said, Oh poor and ignorant.
And so I take my leave of thee, Remember what I have said, O poor and ignorant.
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SERMON II. To the rich and worldly.SERMON II To the rich and worldly.
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ARe there not divers, that eat and and drink, and sleep, have minds set on earth,
are there not diverse, that eat and and drink, and sleep, have minds Set on earth,
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and think 'tis to no purpose to be zealous for Heaven?
and think it's to no purpose to be zealous for Heaven?
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The first Word of Exhortation. First, Canst thou slight long, when thou makest so much of short life?
The First Word of Exhortation. First, Canst thou slight long, when thou Makest so much of short life?
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Is not all thy pains for that only? Should not fourscore thousand years, be of more value, then fourscore?
Is not all thy pains for that only? Should not fourscore thousand Years, be of more valve, then fourscore?
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Oh! take care to live well, but let it be forever. 2. Word. Secondly, Make the cheapest, pleasantest, and surest provision for thy self and thine. 1. The surest:
Oh! take care to live well, but let it be forever. 2. Word. Secondly, Make the cheapest, Pleasantest, and Surest provision for thy self and thine. 1. The Surest:
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There is no assurance in the world; man liveth not by bread. Riches take themselves wings, and flie away;
There is no assurance in the world; man lives not by bred. Riches take themselves wings, and fly away;
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Heaven and Earth shall pass, before one Iota of the Word of God. 1 John 2.17. The world passeth away, but he that doth the will of God abideth for ever.
Heaven and Earth shall pass, before one Iota of the Word of God. 1 John 2.17. The world passes away, but he that does the will of God Abideth for ever.
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Is earth, or joy best? Joy is sure only in God. What ever is desired more then God, cannot come but with vengeance;
Is earth, or joy best? Joy is sure only in God. What ever is desired more then God, cannot come but with vengeance;
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it is but fatting to the day of slaughter; with him, wealth is no weale.
it is but fatting to the day of slaughter; with him, wealth is no weal.
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It's oft, that many have the desire of their souls in wrath, as Israel had quails;
It's oft, that many have the desire of their Souls in wrath, as Israel had quails;
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as Balaam had liberty to go to Balak; as Israel had a King.
as balaam had liberty to go to Balak; as Israel had a King.
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However they may seem blest, the wrath of God is ever upon the Families that are irreligious, Jer. 10. last;
However they may seem blessed, the wrath of God is ever upon the Families that Are irreligious, Jer. 10. last;
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Though they may seem to have the scabbart of blessedness, they have not the spirit of blessedness;
Though they may seem to have the scabbart of blessedness, they have not the Spirit of blessedness;
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but the fury of the Lord is certainly upon them. 2. Pleasantest, one day in God's Courts, is worth ten thousand in the the world.
but the fury of the Lord is Certainly upon them. 2. Pleasantest, one day in God's Courts, is worth ten thousand in the the world.
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Ask those that have tried both. 3. Cheapest; less pains will serve for Eternal life, then most bestow for Temporal.
Ask those that have tried both. 3. Cheapest; less pains will serve for Eternal life, then most bestow for Temporal.
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And though Religion seem grievous to corrupt nature, yet know, faith does that with delight, in which infidelity finds great pain.
And though Religion seem grievous to corrupt nature, yet know, faith does that with delight, in which infidelity finds great pain.
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Many get greater estates by Marriages, then thou dost by thy Plough or Shop. Marry the Lord Jesus, and with him thou hast all things, 1 Tim. 4.8. Bodily exercise even in Religion, profits all, but godliness hath the promise of both worlds.
Many get greater estates by Marriages, then thou dost by thy Plough or Shop. Marry the Lord jesus, and with him thou hast all things, 1 Tim. 4.8. Bodily exercise even in Religion, profits all, but godliness hath the promise of both world's.
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All the cost for Heaven, is to part with that which is worse then nothing.
All the cost for Heaven, is to part with that which is Worse then nothing.
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3. Word. Thirdly, a worldly heart stands in direct opposition to God, and contradiction to Life.
3. Word. Thirdly, a worldly heart Stands in Direct opposition to God, and contradiction to Life.
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Consider, Rom. 8.6, 7. The carnal mind is death, and enmity to God, 1 John 2.15. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him.
Consider, Rom. 8.6, 7. The carnal mind is death, and enmity to God, 1 John 2.15. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him.
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Which savours and relishes most with thy heart, a promise from God, a good bargain with men? Remember, Mat. 6.24.
Which savours and Relishes most with thy heart, a promise from God, a good bargain with men? remember, Mathew 6.24.
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It's impossible to serve both God and the world, Phil. 3.18, 19. The carnal minds, are enemies to the Cross of Christ, (that is to the spirituality of the Gospel,
It's impossible to serve both God and the world, Philip 3.18, 19. The carnal minds, Are enemies to the Cross of christ, (that is to the spirituality of the Gospel,
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and the suffering of the Cross) and their end is destruction. Thou that snuggest in thy calling, hast no mind to the house of God, or,
and the suffering of the Cross) and their end is destruction. Thou that snuggest in thy calling, hast no mind to the house of God, or,
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when thou art there, sleepest, lettest all go as a tale. Thou art earthly, God is heavenly;
when thou art there, Sleepest, Lettest all go as a tale. Thou art earthly, God is heavenly;
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thou sowest to the flesh, and wilt of it reap corruption. God help him that comes hereafter to heave up thy heart;
thou sowest to the Flesh, and wilt of it reap corruption. God help him that comes hereafter to heave up thy heart;
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Oh that the Dove would put under her wings to mise clods of earth! Come let me meet you wealthy at the last day.
O that the Dove would put under her wings to mice clods of earth! Come let me meet you wealthy At the last day.
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If thou goest downward, thou leavest God, and life, who are in the highest Heavens.
If thou goest downward, thou Leavest God, and life, who Are in the highest Heavens.
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4. Word. Fourthly, God has warned thee from following the course of the world, and that's thy Rock on which thou restest,
4. Word. Fourthly, God has warned thee from following the course of the world, and that's thy Rock on which thou restest,
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as worldly delight is the cord which draws thee. Rom. 12.2. Be not conformed to this world. 1 John 5.19. The whole world lies in wickedness Ephes. 2.2. The course of the world is to obey the Devil. 1 Cor. 11.32. The world must be condemned.
as worldly delight is the cord which draws thee. Rom. 12.2. Be not conformed to this world. 1 John 5.19. The Whole world lies in wickedness Ephesians 2.2. The course of the world is to obey the devil. 1 Cor. 11.32. The world must be condemned.
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Must thou needs go in this company? If thou lovest it so well, God grant I may bid thee farewel, not only in time, but for all eternity.
Must thou needs go in this company? If thou Lovest it so well, God grant I may bid thee farewell, not only in time, but for all eternity.
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5. Word. Fifthly, Know the heaping up of wealth, is but the charging of thy account;
5. Word. Fifthly, Know the heaping up of wealth, is but the charging of thy account;
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the well imploying of it, is the satisfying of thy account. It would be a strange alteration in the world, if men did believe indeed; wealth were only a Stewardship. I pray remember;
the well employing of it, is the satisfying of thy account. It would be a strange alteration in the world, if men did believe indeed; wealth were only a Stewardship. I pray Remember;
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our estates were not given us for our delights, but for Gods use: All talents are his, Luke 16.2, 10, 11:
our estates were not given us for our delights, but for God's use: All Talents Are his, Lycia 16.2, 10, 11:
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They are another mans, and we are onely trusted to be faithful in them, Mat. 25. He gives to every one what talent he pleases, but he looks for improvement:
They Are Another men, and we Are only trusted to be faithful in them, Mathew 25. He gives to every one what talon he Pleases, but he looks for improvement:
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and how is that? This eminently, we are to bestow it on Christs receivers. If thou keepest thy estate from a publick use, to thy private;
and how is that? This eminently, we Are to bestow it on Christ Receivers. If thou Keepest thy estate from a public use, to thy private;
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if thou keepest it from the Church and poor, for thy superfluity, thou art an unjust steward;
if thou Keepest it from the Church and poor, for thy superfluity, thou art an unjust steward;
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for every man must enjoy all to the glory of God, and most improve all his Talents for his Masters advantage, Phil. 2.4, to 9. The same mind is to be in us that was in Christ,
for every man must enjoy all to the glory of God, and most improve all his Talents for his Masters advantage, Philip 2.4, to 9. The same mind is to be in us that was in christ,
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and every man is to think of the things of others, more than his own; thy conveniencies must yield to others necessities.
and every man is to think of the things of Others, more than his own; thy Conveniences must yield to Others necessities.
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Thy estate is so to maintain thee and thine, as for divine honour;
Thy estate is so to maintain thee and thine, as for divine honour;
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all besides ought to be for the publick use, for the Church and poor, Amos 6.4, to 6. There's a sad denunciation against luxurious living, with neglect of those that are in misery.
all beside ought to be for the public use, for the Church and poor, Amos 6.4, to 6. There's a sad denunciation against luxurious living, with neglect of those that Are in misery.
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Oh, regard the miseries of the poor, and the Church of God more!
O, regard the misery's of the poor, and the Church of God more!
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Thou canst not help them from misery, because then thou shalt not live in so much superfluity;
Thou Canst not help them from misery, Because then thou shalt not live in so much superfluity;
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this will be a sad answer at the great day; thy accounts then (however) will be great enough:
this will be a sad answer At the great day; thy accounts then (however) will be great enough:
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Oh, put something on the page of expences, let not all stand on that of receipts.
O, put something on the page of expenses, let not all stand on that of receipts.
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How gladly would men change their trading at that day? 6. Word. Sixthly, Art thou content to take this for thy chief portion? Man!
How gladly would men change their trading At that day? 6. Word. Sixthly, Art thou content to take this for thy chief portion? Man!
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shall the gains of thy Plough, thy Shop, thy Trade be thy portion for ever? if not,
shall the gains of thy Plough, thy Shop, thy Trade be thy portion for ever? if not,
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why lookest not thou after another? why chosest thou that, which thou wouldst not have?
why Lookest not thou After Another? why chosest thou that, which thou Wouldst not have?
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Art thou willing to be one of those, described, Psal. 17.16.
Art thou willing to be one of those, described, Psalm 17.16.
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Men of the world, that have their portion in this life? Wilt thou say farewel to God,
Men of the world, that have their portion in this life? Wilt thou say farewell to God,
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and Heaven, and pardon of sins, and a holy heart, the light of Gods countenance, and everlasting joy? if not, why seekest thou not for them?
and Heaven, and pardon of Sins, and a holy heart, the Light of God's countenance, and everlasting joy? if not, why Seekest thou not for them?
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7. Word. Seventhly, What wilt thou say when the slighted offers of treasures of life shall be laid out before thee?
7. Word. Seventhly, What wilt thou say when the slighted offers of treasures of life shall be laid out before thee?
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What wilt say when God shall put thee in mind of the Texts and Arguments thou hast forgotten,
What wilt say when God shall put thee in mind of the Texts and Arguments thou hast forgotten,
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and (may be) didst not regard while they were speaking to thee? when he shall tell thee of his invitation, Isa. 55.1. Ho, every one that thirsteth, come, buy wine and milk, without money, and without price. Mat. 11.28. Come unto me all ye that are weary, and heavy laden. John 5.40. You would not come unto me that ye might have life.
and (may be) didst not regard while they were speaking to thee? when he shall tell thee of his invitation, Isaiah 55.1. Ho, every one that Thirsteth, come, buy wine and milk, without money, and without price. Mathew 11.28. Come unto me all you that Are weary, and heavy laden. John 5.40. You would not come unto me that you might have life.
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When he shall remember thee of the discovery of hypocrifie, from Job 27.8. What is the hope of the hypocrite, when God shall take away his Soul?
When he shall Remember thee of the discovery of hypocrify, from Job 27.8. What is the hope of the hypocrite, when God shall take away his Soul?
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The laying out of treasures of the Gospel, from Mat. 12.18, 21. Behold my Servant, in whom my soul delighteth.
The laying out of treasures of the Gospel, from Mathew 12.18, 21. Behold my Servant, in whom my soul delights.
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The serious warning thou hast received, from James 1.15. When lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin;
The serious warning thou hast received, from James 1.15. When lust hath conceived, it brings forth since;
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sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death. When God will prove that to thee, Rom. 10.21. All the day long, have I stretched out my hands unto a disobedient and gain saying people. since, when it is finished, brings forth death. When God will prove that to thee, Rom. 10.21. All the day long, have I stretched out my hands unto a disobedient and gain saying people.
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How easie will God answer thy beggings for life? and say, No, go to thy Plow,
How easy will God answer thy beggings for life? and say, No, go to thy Blow,
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and thy Oxen. Remember, thy Shop, and thy Cloth took up thy mind;
and thy Oxen. remember, thy Shop, and thy Cloth took up thy mind;
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So many Winter & Summer Sabbaths, and their serious Repetitions, when my poor Servant, with all earnestness, held out Eternal Life unto thee, drest it in all shapes, to present it lovely in thy sight;
So many Winter & Summer Sabbaths, and their serious Repetitions, when my poor Servant, with all earnestness, held out Eternal Life unto thee, dressed it in all shapes, to present it lovely in thy sighed;
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Go to thy Tools, thy Mony, thy Fields; Thou would'st have none of me, and I must have none of thee.
Go to thy Tools, thy Money, thy Fields; Thou Wouldst have none of me, and I must have none of thee.
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8. Word. Eightly, Tast the riches of Faith.
8. Word. Eighth, Taste the riches of Faith.
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Come, shall I shew you a good bargain before I part? It's this, Take Joy and Rest,
Come, shall I show you a good bargain before I part? It's this, Take Joy and Rest,
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and let go Labour and Sorrow; You toyl but for vexation; rest now, and live with God, and you shall rest, and joy, for ever.
and let go Labour and Sorrow; You toil but for vexation; rest now, and live with God, and you shall rest, and joy, for ever.
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Would you not sit on an easie Couch a day or two, for ten Thousand pound a Year? Such is the bargain of Religion, do but tast what the joys of God are,
Would you not fit on an easy Couch a day or two, for ten Thousand pound a Year? Such is the bargain of Religion, do but taste what the Joys of God Are,
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and you will say say so, as sure as ever you saw the Sun.
and you will say say so, as sure as ever you saw the Sun.
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Remember at my parting, I commended a place of Scripture to you, Isa. 55.2, 3. Wherefore do you spend your Mony for that which is not Bread,
remember At my parting, I commended a place of Scripture to you, Isaiah 55.2, 3. Wherefore do you spend your Money for that which is not Bred,
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and your Labor for that which satisfies not? Hearken diligently unto me, and eat you that which is good,
and your Labour for that which Satisfies not? Harken diligently unto me, and eat you that which is good,
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and let your souls delight it self in fatness; incline your ear, and come unto me, hear and your souls shall live. and let your Souls delight it self in fatness; incline your ear, and come unto me, hear and your Souls shall live.
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Write small gains on all thy increase, where there is much labour, checks of Conscience, Gods curse, and Hells flames.
Write small gains on all thy increase, where there is much labour, Checks of Conscience, God's curse, and Hells flames.
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Write great gai•• where a life is Dignity, Rest, and Joy brings Divine blessings here, and a Crown, and Kingdom hereafter.
writ great gai•• where a life is Dignity, Rest, and Joy brings Divine blessings Here, and a Crown, and Kingdom hereafter.
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I have a request to you, exprest Mat. 6.33. Seek first the Kingdom of God, that so you may have comfort of both worlds; if thou seekest it last, thou wilt have comfort of neither.
I have a request to you, expressed Mathew 6.33. Seek First the Kingdom of God, that so you may have Comfort of both world's; if thou Seekest it last, thou wilt have Comfort of neither.
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Oh, how much fuller of wealth is faith than land? how much fuller of joy is God than money? Oh, turn thy face Heaven-ward, search thy state, cry for pardon, live in Gods fight, read, hear,
O, how much fuller of wealth is faith than land? how much fuller of joy is God than money? O, turn thy face Heavenward, search thy state, cry for pardon, live in God's fight, read, hear,
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and converse, and if thou findest not a better trade than toiling in the world, send thy curse after me;
and converse, and if thou Findest not a better trade than toiling in the world, send thy curse After me;
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but if a better, send thy blessing.
but if a better, send thy blessing.
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Come, shall I now win thy heart? wilt thou henceforth lift up thine eyes to Heaven,
Come, shall I now win thy heart? wilt thou henceforth lift up thine eyes to Heaven,
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and put thy name in the Book of the Converted, even this Sermon?
and put thy name in the Book of the Converted, even this Sermon?
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SERMON III. To the furiously Voluptuous.SERMON III. To the furiously Voluptuous.
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ARe there none here resolved, or accustomed to please themselves, what ever falls out in the world?
are there none Here resolved, or accustomed to please themselves, what ever falls out in the world?
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Oh, the resolute rage of the prophane voluptuous! But wilt thou yet hear?
O, the resolute rage of the profane voluptuous! But wilt thou yet hear?
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1. First, Is not a Fountain fuller than a Vessel? God, than creatures, which are but drops from this Ocean?
1. First, Is not a Fountain fuller than a Vessel? God, than creatures, which Are but drops from this Ocean?
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Made not he thy sences, and their objects? and has he not the residue of the Spirit? Mal. 2.15.
Made not he thy Senses, and their objects? and has he not the residue of the Spirit? Malachi 2.15.
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Can he not give a thousand delights in a moment, surpassing thy bewitchers?
Can he not give a thousand delights in a moment, surpassing thy bewitches?
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Psal. 36.8, 9. With him is the river of pleasures, in him the fountain of light and life. Psal. 16. last.
Psalm 36.8, 9. With him is the river of pleasures, in him the fountain of Light and life. Psalm 16. last.
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In his presence is fulness of joy. Psal. 84.10. A day in thy Courts is better than a thousand. In his presence is fullness of joy. Psalm 84.10. A day in thy Courts is better than a thousand.
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Epicures do go mean & low; Hearken, lose not pleasure;
Epicureans do go mean & low; Harken, loose not pleasure;
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list up thine eyes and arme to Heaven, and thy pleasures will become a harvest of an hundred fold.
list up thine eyes and arm to Heaven, and thy pleasures will become a harvest of an hundred fold.
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2. Secondly, Is not lust, to earthly pleasures, the destruction of souls? Consider seriously what destroyes thee and the world. Titus 3.3. Serving divers lusts and pleasures, is the road to Hell. 2 Tim. 3.4. Lost souls are descried, to be lovers of pleasures, more than God. Ephes. 2.3. Fulfilling the desires of the flesh, and of the mind, makes us the children of wrath.
2. Secondly, Is not lust, to earthly pleasures, the destruction of Souls? Consider seriously what Destroys thee and the world. Titus 3.3. Serving diverse Lustiest and pleasures, is the road to Hell. 2 Tim. 3.4. Lost Souls Are descried, to be lovers of pleasures, more than God. Ephesians 2.3. Fulfilling the Desires of the Flesh, and of the mind, makes us the children of wrath.
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Souls, be not content in the barge of death: Choose either, now self-pleasing, and hereafter eternal pain;
Souls, be not content in the barge of death: Choose either, now self-pleasing, and hereafter Eternal pain;
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or now self-displeasing, and hereafter eternal pleasure; for so it will be, Rev. 18.7. So much as she fared deliciously, so much sorrow and torment give her.
or now self-displeasing, and hereafter Eternal pleasure; for so it will be, Rev. 18.7. So much as she fared deliciously, so much sorrow and torment give her.
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Lovers of pleasure, are nothing but lovers of Death. 3. Thirdly, Are not drukenness and uncleanness;
Lovers of pleasure, Are nothing but lovers of Death. 3. Thirdly, are not Drunkenness and uncleanness;
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in Scripture, reason and experience, two most famous channels of Death?
in Scripture, reason and experience, two most famous channels of Death?
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Hells Chariot, goes usually on these four Wheels, Covetousness and Hypocrify, Uncleanness and Drunkenness, two open, and two hid:
Hells Chariot, Goes usually on these four Wheels, Covetousness and Hypocrify, Uncleanness and drunkenness, two open, and two hid:
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Covetousness and Hypocrifie, lies oft in secret, and can't be known but by the heart, and the heart-searcher;
Covetousness and Hypocrify, lies oft in secret, and can't be known but by the heart, and the Heart-searcher;
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but Uncleanness and Drunkenness, march to Hell with Drums beating, and Colours flying, and therefore these are the most famous enemies of the Gospel.
but Uncleanness and drunkenness, march to Hell with Drums beating, and Colours flying, and Therefore these Are the most famous enemies of the Gospel.
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That which dares sin most in the face of God and the world, is the most certain train for death, Isa. 3.9.
That which dares since most in the face of God and the world, is the most certain train for death, Isaiah 3.9.
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A civil man may go to Hell, but a deboist man must; he that uses me kindly, may intend me a mischief,
A civil man may go to Hell, but a deboist man must; he that uses me kindly, may intend me a mischief,
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but he that stabs me to the heart, or cuts my throat, doth it certainly; a silent man may be a Rebel,
but he that stabs me to the heart, or cuts my throat, does it Certainly; a silent man may be a Rebel,
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but he that is up in Arms is one.
but he that is up in Arms is one.
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Uncleanness is the most inextricable cord of death in the world, being most natural to corruption,
Uncleanness is the most inextricable cord of death in the world, being most natural to corruption,
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and most grieving the Spirit of holiness.
and most grieving the Spirit of holiness.
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I believe, where any thing else (but hypocrisie) has slain his thousand, this has slain his ten thousands. Gal. 5.9.
I believe, where any thing Else (but hypocrisy) has slave his thousand, this has slave his ten thousands. Gal. 5.9.
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These words are the first, and eminent works of the flesh, Eph. 5.3, 4, 5. These have no inheritance in the Kingdom of Christ and God,
These words Are the First, and eminent works of the Flesh, Ephesians 5.3, 4, 5. These have no inheritance in the Kingdom of christ and God,
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but the wrath of God comes upon them.
but the wrath of God comes upon them.
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It's a sad place, Prov. 2.18, 19. Her house inclineth to death, and none return there-from. Chap. 5.5. Her feet go down to death, her steps take hold on Hell.
It's a sad place, Curae 2.18, 19. Her house Inclineth to death, and none return therefrom. Chap. 5.5. Her feet go down to death, her steps take hold on Hell.
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Chuse which thou pleasest, firm resolution, and watchfulness against this sin, or the flames of eternal torture;
Choose which thou pleasest, firm resolution, and watchfulness against this since, or the flames of Eternal torture;
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one must be thy portion, remember I told thee so. If thou canst not cease from sin, thou must be damned, 2 Pet. 2.14. Drunkenness, that which is called good-fellowship, is the School of Hell;
one must be thy portion, Remember I told thee so. If thou Canst not cease from since, thou must be damned, 2 Pet. 2.14. drunkenness, that which is called good-fellowship, is the School of Hell;
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there goes out all graces, comes in all sin; men are hardened against Heaven, and unto Hell by this, Hos. 4.11. Wine with whoredom take away the heart. This was Pauls frequent Doctrine;
there Goes out all graces, comes in all since; men Are hardened against Heaven, and unto Hell by this, Hos. 4.11. Wine with whoredom take away the heart. This was Paul's frequent Doctrine;
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drunkards have nothing to do with Heaven, Gal. 5.21. 1 Cor. 6.9, 10. Isa. 5. from 11. to 14. Hell opens her mouth to those, that opens their mouths to drunkenness.
drunkards have nothing to do with Heaven, Gal. 5.21. 1 Cor. 6.9, 10. Isaiah 5. from 11. to 14. Hell Opens her Mouth to those, that Opens their mouths to Drunkenness.
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Chuse which thou wilt have, the company in an Ale-house, or in Heaven; to be filled with drink, or with the Spirit; both consist not together.
Choose which thou wilt have, the company in an Alehouse, or in Heaven; to be filled with drink, or with the Spirit; both consist not together.
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I speak short, but pray do you remember, when nothing can cure you of this; or you are entring into this trade, say, Now, farewel life, come death;
I speak short, but prey do you Remember, when nothing can cure you of this; or you Are entering into this trade, say, Now, farewell life, come death;
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or rather, Oh, give Heaven and thy soul no rest, till thou art delivered. If any thing prevail against these lusts, it must be wrestling-prayer, with believing watchfulness.
or rather, O, give Heaven and thy soul no rest, till thou art Delivered. If any thing prevail against these Lustiest, it must be wrestling-prayer, with believing watchfulness.
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4. Fourthly, Canst thou think beastial delights were the end of thy Creation?
4. Fourthly, Canst thou think bestial delights were the end of thy Creation?
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Hast thou a soul only to play the beast withal? sure I am, 1 Thes. 4. from 3. to 7. God hath not called us to uncleanness, but unto holiness. And Psal. 49.20. Man in honour, and understandeth not, is like the beast that perisheth.
Hast thou a soul only to play the beast withal? sure I am, 1 Thebes 4. from 3. to 7. God hath not called us to uncleanness, but unto holiness. And Psalm 49.20. Man in honour, and understands not, is like the beast that Perishes.
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2 Pet. 2. from 12. to 14. Voluptuous men, are but as natural bruit beasts, made to be taken and destroyed.
2 Pet. 2. from 12. to 14. Voluptuous men, Are but as natural bruit beasts, made to be taken and destroyed.
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If thou chusest to be a beast here, know, God will make the feel the woe of thy choice hereafter:
If thou choosest to be a beast Here, know, God will make the feel the woe of thy choice hereafter:
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Remember I beseech you, to be men.
remember I beseech you, to be men.
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5. Fifthly, Believe the experience of all the world, and be wise before it be too late.
5. Fifthly, Believe the experience of all the world, and be wise before it be too late.
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Who is there (that is not distracted at that minute with lust), but will say, Uncleanness and Riot, destroy soul and body, name and state, and all blessedness?
Who is there (that is not distracted At that minute with lust), but will say, Uncleanness and Riot, destroy soul and body, name and state, and all blessedness?
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That which the whole stream of sober men speak ill of, will have a dreadful issue.
That which the Whole stream of Sobrium men speak ill of, will have a dreadful issue.
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Consider what is said, Prov. 5. from 7. to 14. and that betimes, least thou be as is exprest, ver. 22.23. Oh, let me perswade some one voluptuous person, to arise out of the grave of death.
Consider what is said, Curae 5. from 7. to 14. and that betimes, lest thou be as is expressed, ver. 22.23. O, let me persuade Some one voluptuous person, to arise out of the grave of death.
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How will awakened souls, long for the helps they now loathe If God should not send you a serious person, you will once say, We had some hands lent us,
How will awakened Souls, long for the helps they now loathe If God should not send you a serious person, you will once say, We had Some hands lent us,
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though we would not use them;
though we would not use them;
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now there's none will regard our poor souls, we may perish while we will, no man recalls us.
now there's none will regard our poor Souls, we may perish while we will, no man recalls us.
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6. Sixthly, Tast the riches of the spirit. As sure as Truth it self, thou wilt be then much more well pleased:
6. Sixthly, Taste the riches of the Spirit. As sure as Truth it self, thou wilt be then much more well pleased:
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Oh, that thou wouldst enter into thy Closset, begin to repent; and return, and try which gives thy soul most refreshment.
O, that thou Wouldst enter into thy Closet, begin to Repent; and return, and try which gives thy soul most refreshment.
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7. Seventhly, Help thy soul to Heaven, no need to help it to Hell: Strive against, not run with the stream of thy corruption.
7. Seventhly, Help thy soul to Heaven, no need to help it to Hell: Strive against, not run with the stream of thy corruption.
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Who thrusts himself downhill, but restrains himself with all his might? Dispute not, comfort not, harden not thy heart in sin, and unto death;
Who thrusts himself downhill, but restrains himself with all his might? Dispute not, Comfort not, harden not thy heart in since, and unto death;
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it will run fast enough to that sad place alone: You are most convinc'd men, my soul bleeds you are not converted:
it will run fast enough to that sad place alone: You Are most convinced men, my soul bleeds you Are not converted:
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Most of you love goodness, oh the bitterness of your worm.
Most of you love Goodness, o the bitterness of your worm.
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I beseech you, by all the excellencies of God, glories of Heaven, beauty of Holiness, terrors of Hell;
I beseech you, by all the excellencies of God, Glories of Heaven, beauty of Holiness, terrors of Hell;
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arise in good earnest, take my frequent prescription, viz. Dare to be saved; say a few words to deliver thee from Hell, and enter thee into Heaven.
arise in good earnest, take my frequent prescription, viz. Dare to be saved; say a few words to deliver thee from Hell, and enter thee into Heaven.
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Remember thy poor despised departed Minister, said again, Dare to be saved; speak a few words for eternity sake;
remember thy poor despised departed Minister, said again, Dare to be saved; speak a few words for eternity sake;
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may be this prescription may save some Souls divers years hence: say, Heart, thou shalt leave thy dreadful pleasure;
may be this prescription may save Some Souls diverse Years hence: say, Heart, thou shalt leave thy dreadful pleasure;
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Companion, I must sin no more, I must save my soul. How speedily would these words, resolutely and believingly spoken, free thee into eternal glory.
Companion, I must sin no more, I must save my soul. How speedily would these words, resolutely and believingly spoken, free thee into Eternal glory.
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8. Lastly, Sin not against the holy Ghost, by reason of those who stand in the way of thy pleasures.
8. Lastly, since not against the holy Ghost, by reason of those who stand in the Way of thy pleasures.
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Hate not ho-holiness because of reproofs; nothing so unpardonable as that: Let no lust-love, bring thee to the hatred of God and holiness;
Hate not ho-holiness Because of reproofs; nothing so unpardonable as that: Let no lust-love, bring thee to the hatred of God and holiness;
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wound not that Spirit, who must onely be thy reviver, he has deserved no ill of thee;
wound not that Spirit, who must only be thy reviver, he has deserved no ill of thee;
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the knif may easily run from the reprovers heart, into Gods breast, and thine own eye.
the knife may Easily run from the reprovers heart, into God's breast, and thine own eye.
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Take Gods part against sin now, that he may take thine against it hereafter.
Take God's part against since now, that he may take thine against it hereafter.
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SERMON IV. To the Proud and Contentious.SERMON IV. To the Proud and Contentious.
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ARe not many of us very guilty in this matter? Let us look into our families;
are not many of us very guilty in this matter? Let us look into our families;
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Is there not great contention? Look to our neighbours, have we not heart-burnings and contempt for them? Are we not of envious, revengeful, unpardonable spirits? Do not our tongues break forth on small occasions? Are we not incroaching,
Is there not great contention? Look to our neighbours, have we not heartburnings and contempt for them? are we not of envious, revengeful, unpardonable spirits? Do not our tongues break forth on small occasions? are we not encroaching,
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and injurious to others rights?
and injurious to Others rights?
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And for pride, do we not over-wean our selves, and scorn those whom God hath preferred before us:
And for pride, do we not over-wean our selves, and scorn those whom God hath preferred before us:
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Can we bear the least affront or contradiction, do not our aspiring minds, in Cloaths, Houses, Seats, shew the height of our spirits;
Can we bear the least affront or contradiction, do not our aspiring minds, in Clothes, Houses, Seats, show the height of our spirits;
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our own consciences must needs tell us, thus it is with us. 1. First, Have we any real cause of height of spirit?
our own Consciences must needs tell us, thus it is with us. 1. First, Have we any real cause of height of Spirit?
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Thou that art proud, look into thy life, and heart, into thy eternal state;
Thou that art proud, look into thy life, and heart, into thy Eternal state;
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see what cause of pride thou hast? Is there excellency and security belongs to thee?
see what cause of pride thou hast? Is there excellency and security belongs to thee?
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Is there not more cause of sackcloath and ashes? Should the condemned man, the beggar, the leppar, be proud?
Is there not more cause of Sackcloth and Ashes? Should the condemned man, the beggar, the leppar, be proud?
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Art thou sure not to be a damned wretch, a wretched malefactor, at the Bar of Divine Judgment? If thou art not secured from this, canst thou be high and proud? How well would humility become the most of us?
Art thou sure not to be a damned wretch, a wretched Malefactor, At the Bar of Divine Judgement? If thou art not secured from this, Canst thou be high and proud? How well would humility become the most of us?
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When henceforth thou art high-spirited, remember I pray thee to say, What cause for this?
When henceforth thou art high-spirited, Remember I pray thee to say, What cause for this?
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2. Secondly, There's nothing brings a spirit of Hell nearer, and sends the Spirit of Heaven farther off, then pride and contention.
2. Secondly, There's nothing brings a Spirit of Hell nearer, and sends the Spirit of Heaven farther off, then pride and contention.
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Sensual lusts make thee a beast, and wrathfull lusts make thee a Devil;
Sensual Lustiest make thee a beast, and wrathful Lustiest make thee a devil;
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Would'st thou have Satan and thy self nearly conjoyn'd? Then be furious, proud, and malicious.
Wouldst thou have Satan and thy self nearly conjoined? Then be furious, proud, and malicious.
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The Devil was condemned for pride, 1 Tim. 3.6. Over and over this is in Scripture;
The devil was condemned for pride, 1 Tim. 3.6. Over and over this is in Scripture;
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God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble, as Jam. 4.6, 7. And where pride is, there the Devil is; resist it.
God Resisteth the proud, and gives grace to the humble, as Jam. 4.6, 7. And where pride is, there the devil is; resist it.
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But he gives all his people more grace then to allow themselves in pride; the heart of the proud, keeps out the grace of God;
But he gives all his people more grace then to allow themselves in pride; the heart of the proud, keeps out the grace of God;
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it's so full of Self and Hell, there's no room for God o• Heaven.
it's so full of Self and Hell, there's no room for God o• Heaven.
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When thou swellest with pride, say now, I am full of that poyson of Hell, that threw down Satan,
When thou swellest with pride, say now, I am full of that poison of Hell, that threw down Satan,
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and made him of a glorious Angel, a most contemptible Devil; full of that filth that has besmeared the whole world with baseness.
and made him of a glorious Angel, a most contemptible devil; full of that filth that has besmeared the Whole world with baseness.
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And of the same excellency is wrath, it's hard to know which is worse; in one thou risest up against good, and in the other thou hissest for evil; they are ever sisters;
And of the same excellency is wrath, it's hard to know which is Worse; in one thou risest up against good, and in the other thou hissest for evil; they Are ever Sisters;
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pride spits against Heaven, wrath spits the filth of Hell. Ephes. 4.13, 31. Wrath and bitterness, sends the spirit far away.
pride spits against Heaven, wrath spits the filth of Hell. Ephesians 4.13, 31. Wrath and bitterness, sends the Spirit Far away.
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Wrath and malice, is so contrary to the Spirit of God, that there can be no praying where it is, 1 Tim. 2.8.
Wrath and malice, is so contrary to the Spirit of God, that there can be no praying where it is, 1 Tim. 2.8.
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Every contentious man, is to know, he's full of the Devil, Jam. 13.14, 15, 16. He's Devilish,
Every contentious man, is to know, he's full of the devil, Jam. 13.14, 15, 16. He's Devilish,
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and in him every evil work.
and in him every evil work.
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When the fire of contention sparkles in thee, consider how the fire of Hell will sparkle about thee.
When the fire of contention sparkles in thee, Consider how the fire of Hell will sparkle about thee.
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Consider on whose back thou ridest, when flying in passion, thy horse hath horns and cloven feet.
Consider on whose back thou ridest, when flying in passion, thy horse hath horns and cloven feet.
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3. Thirdly, If ever thou tastest of eternal life, thou must have a broken spirit. Remember the War between God and thee, is, Who shall have their will;
3. Thirdly, If ever thou tastest of Eternal life, thou must have a broken Spirit. remember the War between God and thee, is, Who shall have their will;
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and God will tear a thousand creations in sunder, and (if 'twere possible) must die in the fight, rather than thou shalt have thy will of him, for his Will is best.
and God will tear a thousand creations in sunder, and (if 'twere possible) must die in the fight, rather than thou shalt have thy will of him, for his Will is best.
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The first time thou carriest thy will from God, know, all the world will drop to nothing;
The First time thou carriest thy will from God, know, all the world will drop to nothing;
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therefore how vain is all our pride, murmuring, and wrath? There's nothing God more abhors, then contention:
Therefore how vain is all our pride, murmuring, and wrath? There's nothing God more abhors, then contention:
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Heaven shall be an everlasting Rest, and Order, therefore no contention there, and that there may be no contention, there shall be no will but one.
Heaven shall be an everlasting Rest, and Order, Therefore no contention there, and that there may be no contention, there shall be no will but one.
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If any will be my disciple, he must deny himself, take up his Cross and follow me? If any man will save his life, shall lose it? Matth. 16.If any will be my disciple, he must deny himself, take up his Cross and follow me? If any man will save his life, shall loose it? Matthew 16.
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Therefore, God constantly breaks all his peoples wills; Abraham must offer Isaac, David must be hunted like a Partridg in the wilderness;
Therefore, God constantly breaks all his peoples wills; Abraham must offer Isaac, David must be hunted like a Partridge in the Wilderness;
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the Iron must enter into Josephs soul, Aaron must hold his peace, Ezekiel must have no mourning;
the Iron must enter into Josephs soul, Aaron must hold his peace, Ezekielem must have no mourning;
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yea,, the Christian must love his enemies, bless them that curse him, do good to the unjust and froward, hope all things, bear all things, endure all things,
yea,, the Christian must love his enemies, bless them that curse him, do good to the unjust and froward, hope all things, bear all things, endure all things,
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because there must be but one will 'twixt God and a Christian. Have a spirit that spurns not against God or man;
Because there must be but one will betwixt God and a Christian. Have a Spirit that spurns not against God or man;
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if thou resistest mens evil, let it be from Divine command, not thine own will. So much self-will, so much distance from Heaven.
if thou resistest men's evil, let it be from Divine command, not thine own will. So much self-will, so much distance from Heaven.
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A broken heart on earth, is the forerunner of a satisfied heart in Heaven. Remember, Luk. 19.27.
A broken heart on earth, is the forerunner of a satisfied heart in Heaven. remember, Luk. 19.27.
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If God shall not rule, thou must perish;
If God shall not Rule, thou must perish;
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but if thou partest with a cup of cold water for God, thou shalt not lose thy reward, Mat. 10.42. God is a gracious rewarder of a broken, as a dreadful rewarder of an unbroken will.
but if thou partest with a cup of cold water for God, thou shalt not loose thy reward, Mathew 10.42. God is a gracious rewarder of a broken, as a dreadful rewarder of an unbroken will.
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4. Fourth, Consider the unreasonable folly of pride and wrath. Both destroy their own ends, viz. Honour and rest;
4. Fourth, Consider the unreasonable folly of pride and wrath. Both destroy their own ends, viz. Honour and rest;
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both which, nothing hinders so much, as pride and wrath. It makes Gods of worms, dust and ashmes.
both which, nothing hinders so much, as pride and wrath. It makes God's of worms, dust and ashmes.
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It buffles, and disturbs it self in the world to no purpose; it can't make a hair white or black;
It buffles, and disturbs it self in the world to no purpose; it can't make a hair white or black;
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it's nothing but the unreasonable roaring of children, which makes every one weary of them. As thou swellest in pride, so thou spreadest thy means before the world.
it's nothing but the unreasonable roaring of children, which makes every one weary of them. As thou swellest in pride, so thou spreadest thy means before the world.
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As thou buslest in wrath, so thou makest thy self the butt of the vengeance, both of Heaven and Earth.
As thou buslest in wrath, so thou Makest thy self the butt of the vengeance, both of Heaven and Earth.
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Sad is the misery, that men can'c see themselves sweld, when they are, and deserve to be the testation of all they live among;
Sad is the misery, that men can'c see themselves swelled, when they Are, and deserve to be the testation of all they live among;
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they wonder at it, and see no reason for it; esteem themselves the most vertuous and righteous;
they wonder At it, and see no reason for it; esteem themselves the most virtuous and righteous;
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like distracted brains, they can't reflect upon their own misery, but think themselves the most wise,
like distracted brains, they can't reflect upon their own misery, but think themselves the most wise,
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when they are the most mad. Contend not, but where every understanding person will justifie thy cause.
when they Are the most mad. Contend not, but where every understanding person will justify thy cause.
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The more thou exaltest thy self in pride and wrath, the more thou makest thy self the fool and vermin of the world, both base and hateful. Mat. 5.5. The meek inherit the earth, which the proud and angry would, but cannot. Prov. 29.23. A mans pride shall bring him low, but honour shall uphold the humble in heart.
The more thou Exaltest thy self in pride and wrath, the more thou Makest thy self the fool and vermin of the world, both base and hateful. Mathew 5.5. The meek inherit the earth, which the proud and angry would, but cannot. Curae 29.23. A men pride shall bring him low, but honour shall uphold the humble in heart.
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Meddle not with such unreasonable folly, as pride and wrath. 5. Fifthly, Converse with the spirit of God.
Meddle not with such unreasonable folly, as pride and wrath. 5. Fifthly, Converse with the Spirit of God.
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If thou wouldst learn humility and love, keep with the Dove; that's the Halcion, that asswages the disturbed waters.
If thou Wouldst Learn humility and love, keep with the Dove; that's the Halcion, that assuages the disturbed waters.
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Unless the spirit of Christ be in us, we are none of his, and unless we have a lowly neck,
Unless the Spirit of christ be in us, we Are none of his, and unless we have a lowly neck,
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and a smiling cheek, the Spirit of Christ is not in us.
and a smiling cheek, the Spirit of christ is not in us.
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Love is the very mould of Heaven, none but he that loveth, can enter that Gate.
Love is the very mould of Heaven, none but he that loves, can enter that Gate.
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Now all company assimulates, but especially the Dove, hatches spirits into its own likeness.
Now all company assimulates, but especially the Dove, Hates spirits into its own likeness.
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Purity, liveliness, kindness, humility and joy, are the proper fruits, hatcht by the spirit in the soul.
Purity, liveliness, kindness, humility and joy, Are the proper fruits, hatched by the Spirit in the soul.
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Walk in the spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the works of the Devil; as not of the flesh;
Walk in the Spirit, and you shall not fulfil the works of the devil; as not of the Flesh;
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therefore live with the spirit in constant Communion, and Solemn Ordinances.
Therefore live with the Spirit in constant Communion, and Solemn Ordinances.
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A Gospel Chapter, Prayer, Sermon, Meditation, Conference, will much fill thy spirit and sweeten thy soul.
A Gospel Chapter, Prayer, Sermon, Meditation, Conference, will much fill thy Spirit and sweeten thy soul.
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Remember, if thou wilt be truly heavenly, thou wilt learn low thoughts of thy self and thy wrongs;
remember, if thou wilt be truly heavenly, thou wilt Learn low thoughts of thy self and thy wrongs;
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loving thoughts to all the world, but especially thy enemies;
loving thoughts to all the world, but especially thy enemies;
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the spirit of Christ will descend into thee, which will make the ambitious and triumphing, to do good for evil.
the Spirit of christ will descend into thee, which will make the ambitious and triumphing, to do good for evil.
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Dwell with the light-giving, peacemaking spirit. 6. Sixthly, Consider, before thou believest, speakest, avengest. Every thing hastily done, is ill done, and repentingly done;
Dwell with the light-giving, Peacemaking Spirit. 6. Sixthly, Consider, before thou Believest, Speakest, avengest. Every thing hastily done, is ill done, and repentingly done;
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now, acts of wrath are usually done hastily. The Devil ever stands ready, to give fire in the heart upon the smallest occasion;
now, acts of wrath Are usually done hastily. The devil ever Stands ready, to give fire in the heart upon the Smallest occasion;
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upon his fire, the flame and smoak clouds the eye; then the man is mad and knows not what he doth.
upon his fire, the flame and smoke Clouds the eye; then the man is mad and knows not what he does.
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The Ancient Councel, to tell the twenty four Letters, before thou speakest in anger, was excellent good, onely the lesson was something too short.
The Ancient Council, to tell the twenty four Letters, before thou Speakest in anger, was excellent good, only the Lesson was something too short.
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Every passion is a short frenzy, stay but while the mist falls a little, and thou wilt be a man again.
Every passion is a short frenzy, stay but while the missed falls a little, and thou wilt be a man again.
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Either rule thy wild horses, or into Hell they will carry thee.
Either Rule thy wild Horses, or into Hell they will carry thee.
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If thou canst not order thy passions in some good measure, farewel till I see thee doleful at the left hand.
If thou Canst not order thy passion in Some good measure, farewell till I see thee doleful At the left hand.
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When thou meetest a provoking act, word, or report, before thou lettest flie thine arrow, even bitter words;
When thou meetest a provoking act, word, or report, before thou Lettest fly thine arrow, even bitter words;
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Consider, 1. What truth is in the act. 2. What desert. 3. What temptation. 4. What person ' tis. 5. To what end thou wilt speak. 6. In what measure.
Consider, 1. What truth is in the act. 2. What desert. 3. What temptation. 4. What person ' this. 5. To what end thou wilt speak. 6. In what measure.
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Either learn to consider before anger, or go to an eternal Bedlam, as thou well deservest.
Either Learn to Consider before anger, or go to an Eternal Bedlam, as thou well deservest.
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He that soon believes, is not wise; he that soon speaks, is not strong; and he that soon avenges, is no Christian.
He that soon believes, is not wise; he that soon speaks, is not strong; and he that soon avenges, is no Christian.
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7. Lastly, Make thy self lowly, or be sure God will lay thee low. Oh, lets remember, Prov. 18.12. Pride is the harbenger of destruction, humility of blessedness. Prov. 16.5. There's no escaping for a proud heart, which is an abomination to the Lord.
7. Lastly, Make thy self lowly, or be sure God will lay thee low. O, lets Remember, Curae 18.12. Pride is the harbinger of destruction, humility of blessedness. Curae 16.5. There's no escaping for a proud heart, which is an abomination to the Lord.
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I would fain you may flourish in soul and body;
I would fain you may flourish in soul and body;
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but let the proud man know, if I come some years hence, and see him, it's likely I shall find him low.
but let the proud man know, if I come Some Years hence, and see him, it's likely I shall find him low.
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Chuse whither thou wilt make thy self humble, or God shall make the miserable.
Choose whither thou wilt make thy self humble, or God shall make the miserable.
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Dost thou know what diseases God has for thy body, moths for thy estate, disgrace for thy name?
Dost thou know what diseases God has for thy body, moths for thy estate, disgrace for thy name?
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Know thy swoln heart, is a full womb of sorrows. Thou wilt remember my words, when thou art fallen;
Know thy swollen heart, is a full womb of sorrows. Thou wilt Remember my words, when thou art fallen;
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Oh, remember them that thou mayest not fall.
O, Remember them that thou Mayest not fallen.
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SERMON V. To Young People. TO you, I have spoken less, than to others.SERMON V. To Young People. TO you, I have spoken less, than to Others.
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You may many years remember what I now say, and charge it to your children after you.
You may many Years Remember what I now say, and charge it to your children After you.
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First, Know, Time is a thing of value, next God; and upon the improvement of this, depends Eternity.First, Know, Time is a thing of valve, next God; and upon the improvement of this, depends Eternity.
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Here is a Touch-stone of Wisdome; Is Time well improved? Thou art wise: If not? foolish.
Here is a Touchstone of Wisdom; Is Time well improved? Thou art wise: If not? foolish.
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Ephes. 5.15, 16. It's the wise, and not fools that redeem the time. If thou slightest Time, thou forsakest God, Heaven, Soul, Vertue, all felicity.Ephesians 5.15, 16. It's the wise, and not Fools that Redeem the time. If thou slightest Time, thou forsakest God, Heaven, Soul, Virtue, all felicity.
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Carry this in thy heart, Time is my Jewel. God hath betrusted thee with a day, on which everlasting life depends;
Carry this in thy heart, Time is my Jewel. God hath betrusted thee with a day, on which everlasting life depends;
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thy business is, not in the Even-tide of Life, to prepare thee a blessed state through Life.
thy business is, not in the Eventide of Life, to prepare thee a blessed state through Life.
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Were I to beg one blessing for thee, it should be this, the inhabitation of the Spirit of Grace, creating an improvement of thy time.
Were I to beg one blessing for thee, it should be this, the inhabitation of the Spirit of Grace, creating an improvement of thy time.
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Time was of old, pictured with three heads, a Dogs, a Lyons, and a Wolfs; a Dogs, signifying time to come, flattering; a Lyons, time present, Acting; a Wolfs, time past, Biting.
Time was of old, pictured with three Heads, a Dogs, a Lyons, and a Wolf's; a Dogs, signifying time to come, flattering; a Lyons, time present, Acting; a Wolf's, time past, Biting.
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Remember, as Time, so thou usest thy life and lot, if that run out in folly, this runs out in misery;
remember, as Time, so thou usest thy life and lot, if that run out in folly, this runs out in misery;
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if that runs out in Vertue, this in Glory. Time, is the Pipe of Life. When thou comest to value Time, thou beginnest to be a man;
if that runs out in Virtue, this in Glory. Time, is the Pipe of Life. When thou Comest to valve Time, thou beginnest to be a man;
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while not, thou art dead, while thou livest. Idleness is Hells treasury, all misery proceeds out of the womb thereof.
while not, thou art dead, while thou Livest. Idleness is Hells treasury, all misery proceeds out of the womb thereof.
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Young people, let me at my departure, present you with a •oken, viz. Times valuation. According to thy vain ease now, prepare for intollerable torture hereafter.
Young people, let me At my departure, present you with a •oken, viz. Times valuation. According to thy vain ease now, prepare for intolerable torture hereafter.
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Every minute of Time, has the command of regions of blessedness; if that be lost, so will they.
Every minute of Time, has the command of regions of blessedness; if that be lost, so will they.
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2. Word. Secondly, Believe that now which old Age will surely tell thee, viz. The vanity of this world, and sin.
2. Word. Secondly, Believe that now which old Age will surely tell thee, viz. The vanity of this world, and since.
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Oh! that we would turn the prospective of our lives, and see things now in Youth,
Oh! that we would turn the prospective of our lives, and see things now in Youth,
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as Age, the other end, will shew them.
as Age, the other end, will show them.
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Temptation works by false apprehensions, and the more fumes of a corrupt nature, the falser is the apprehension:
Temptation works by false apprehensions, and the more fumes of a corrupt nature, the falser is the apprehension:
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Therefore is Youth a time of greater temptation then Age, because their Natures fumes are rampant.
Therefore is Youth a time of greater temptation then Age, Because their Nature's fumes Are rampant.
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Young man or woman, wouldest thou be miserable or blessed? If the later, believe the Antient, more then the Young;
Young man or woman, Wouldst thou be miserable or blessed? If the later, believe the Ancient, more then the Young;
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those that have tryed more, then those that have not. Oh that the counsel could be taken, Eccles. 11.10 Childhood and Youth, are vanity;
those that have tried more, then those that have not. O that the counsel could be taken, Eccles. 11.10 Childhood and Youth, Are vanity;
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Therefore remove sorrow from thy heart, not bring it to thy heart, as Youth usually does.
Therefore remove sorrow from thy heart, not bring it to thy heart, as Youth usually does.
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How sadly Vanity and Sin is incompast with sighs; sighs beforehand, longing to enjoy; sighs afterwards, repenting that we have enjoyed.
How sadly Vanity and since is encompassed with sighs; sighs beforehand, longing to enjoy; sighs afterwards, repenting that we have enjoyed.
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Young man or woman as sure as the Lord liveth, that which is your god now, will ere long be thy devil:
Young man or woman as sure as the Lord lives, that which is your god now, will ere long be thy Devil:
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Thou art now furious on uncleannes, idle Company, gay Apparel, jovial Meetings, vain Talk, idle Journeys,
Thou art now furious on uncleanness, idle Company, gay Apparel, jovial Meetings, vain Talk, idle Journeys,
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and carest not though thou sellest God, Heaven, and Soul, for them:
and Carest not though thou sellest God, Heaven, and Soul, for them:
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All this will be carryed out with groans, and woes, as it's fetcht in with longings, and fury.
All this will be carried out with groans, and woes, as it's fetched in with longings, and fury.
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Can nothing make thee understand poyson, but a tast; a Sword, but a stab; sin, but sorrow.
Can nothing make thee understand poison, but a taste; a Sword, but a stab; since, but sorrow.
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Ah, now believe what once thou wilt:
Ah, now believe what once thou wilt:
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Take heed of practising what's exprest, Prov. 5.12, 13, 14. Now while there is liberty, let in joy, and life; let in good counsel.
Take heed of practising what's expressed, Curae 5.12, 13, 14. Now while there is liberty, let in joy, and life; let in good counsel.
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Thirdly, Wise youth may easily prove angelical in Age, and will triumph in the glory of its opportunity.
Thirdly, Wise youth may Easily prove angelical in Age, and will triumph in the glory of its opportunity.
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Oh the riches of young people! Bona si sua norint.
O the riches of young people! Bona si sua norint.
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Oh the wretched lives and estates, of most men in the world, which might in youth, have easily been prevented!
O the wretched lives and estates, of most men in the world, which might in youth, have Easily been prevented!
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Oh! the Excellencies, Glories, and Felicities lost, which in youth might easily have been obtained. Men are Bruits in Youth, Monsters in middle Age, and Devils in old Age;
Oh! the Excellencies, Glories, and Felicities lost, which in youth might Easily have been obtained. Men Are Bruits in Youth, Monsters in middle Age, and Devils in old Age;
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whereas they might be men in Youth, vertuous in Age, and divine in old Age.
whereas they might be men in Youth, virtuous in Age, and divine in old Age.
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Oh! the Learning, Vertue, Accomplishments, true, and noble worth, might be attained, if time were from the first, early improved:
Oh! the Learning, Virtue, Accomplishments, true, and noble worth, might be attained, if time were from the First, early improved:
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But habits of vice are early rivetted, in the corruption of Nature, and so made incorrigible.
But habits of vice Are early riveted, in the corruption of Nature, and so made incorrigible.
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It's true, wise Youth, has seldom long life, because such are too excellent for this state of things;
It's true, wise Youth, has seldom long life, Because such Are too excellent for this state of things;
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the world's not worthy of them: But the most spotless of all the Scripture Saints were the young ones. Such as Samuel, Timothy, John;
the world's not worthy of them: But the most spotless of all the Scripture Saints were the young ones. Such as Samuel, Timothy, John;
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to confute that damnable proverb, a young Saint, and an old Divel. It were something easie to be like Alexander, for conquest; Scalliger, for learning; Socrates for manners;
to confute that damnable proverb, a young Saint, and an old devil. It were something easy to be like Alexander, for conquest; Scaliger, for learning; Socrates for manners;
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David for piety, if a man begin betimes.David for piety, if a man begin betimes.
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Let vertue set out if possible, as early as corruption, and not vice have the start of many years, as usually it has;
Let virtue Set out if possible, as early as corruption, and not vice have the start of many Years, as usually it has;
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what thou intendest to do, do now in youth; old Age is a palsie hand. Now take present ease, with baseness, and torment attending;
what thou intendest to do, do now in youth; old Age is a palsy hand. Now take present ease, with baseness, and torment attending;
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or lively labour, with honour and joy following. Fourthly, Be sure the favour of God, is the highest wisdom in the world;
or lively labour, with honour and joy following. Fourthly, Be sure the favour of God, is the highest Wisdom in the world;
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and without it, all is stark madness. Take this now in youth, for the ruling maxim of all thy dayes.
and without it, all is stark madness. Take this now in youth, for the ruling maxim of all thy days.
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Can there be any rest for a weak and single Rebel, before a mighty King, in the midst of a mighty Army?
Can there be any rest for a weak and single Rebel, before a mighty King, in the midst of a mighty Army?
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Either God is not, cares not, or cannot, thou must think, who contradicts him. To shew that he is, look on the frame of the world;
Either God is not, Cares not, or cannot, thou must think, who contradicts him. To show that he is, look on the frame of the world;
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that he cares, look on the Bible; that he can, look on all ages past: Who ever rebel'd against him, and prospered?
that he Cares, look on the bible; that he can, look on all ages past: Who ever rebelled against him, and prospered?
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If thou art an Atheist, I leave thee to the judgement of the great day;
If thou art an Atheist, I leave thee to the judgement of the great day;
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If thou believest a God, he must be a rewarder of good and evil, else he is to no purpose, Heb. 11.6. Psal. 58. the three last verses, Prov. 1.7. The fear of the Lord is the chief knowledge, but fools despise it: so also, Prov. 9.10. Psal. 111.10. He shall rest that lies on the points of Swords and Spears, more then he can rest, that regards not God, Isa. 57. last v. There is no peace to the wicked, saith my God.
If thou Believest a God, he must be a rewarder of good and evil, Else he is to no purpose, Hebrew 11.6. Psalm 58. the three last Verses, Curae 1.7. The Fear of the Lord is the chief knowledge, but Fools despise it: so also, Curae 9.10. Psalm 111.10. He shall rest that lies on the points of Swords and Spears, more then he can rest, that regards not God, Isaiah 57. last v. There is no peace to the wicked, Says my God.
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Young man or woman, that chosest impiety, let me tell thee, thou takest sorrow into thy loyns;
Young man or woman, that chosest impiety, let me tell thee, thou Takest sorrow into thy loins;
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Chose piety, if ever thou repentest it, let the curse of impious men be my portion.
Chosen piety, if ever thou Repentest it, let the curse of impious men be my portion.
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Remember, I tell thee, there's no wisdom without the fear of God, Jer. 8.9. They have rejected the fear of the Lord, and what wisdom is in them.
remember, I tell thee, there's no Wisdom without the Fear of God, Jer. 8.9. They have rejected the Fear of the Lord, and what Wisdom is in them.
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Take God's course, for that's sure the wisest.
Take God's course, for that's sure the Wisest.
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Fifthly, Let the vigour of thy youth, scorn temptations of vice, prosecute the designs of vertue.Fifthly, Let the vigour of thy youth, scorn temptations of vice, prosecute the designs of virtue.
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It's a misery of this world, that most fruitions are wrong enjoy'd, and abilities wrong employed.
It's a misery of this world, that most fruitions Are wrong enjoyed, and abilities wrong employed.
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The powers, and vigour of youth, •re high tallents for good, but corruption has quite depraved them,
The Powers, and vigour of youth, •re high Talents for good, but corruption has quite depraved them,
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and turn'd them to be instruments of furious evil. Learn well to exercise thy youthful heat, and thou art happy for ever;
and turned them to be Instruments of furious evil. Learn well to exercise thy youthful heat, and thou art happy for ever;
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'Twill be but woe and folly; if spent in the lust of Creatures. Oh know! all bruitish temptations are but a Syrens voice, that tempts thee into Gulfs and Rocks;
It'll be but woe and folly; if spent in the lust of Creatures. O know! all brutish temptations Are but a Sire's voice, that tempts thee into Gulfs and Rocks;
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They say, Come die, and perish; Come, be vile and base. Say, oh young man or woman!
They say, Come die, and perish; Come, be vile and base. Say, o young man or woman!
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when thou findest such inclinations, Now the cords of death, and of hell, are upon me.
when thou Findest such inclinations, Now the cords of death, and of hell, Are upon me.
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Say so when thou art tempted to Idleness, ill Company, Wantonness, foolish Talking, spending thy Estate and Time.
Say so when thou art tempted to Idleness, ill Company, Wantonness, foolish Talking, spending thy Estate and Time.
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Oh! live in a Calling, or thou leavest thy soul perpetually within the sphear of evil;
Oh! live in a Calling, or thou Leavest thy soul perpetually within the sphere of evil;
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Have something to do besides sin, else thou wilt do nothing but sin.
Have something to do beside since, Else thou wilt do nothing but since.
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Prosecute Learning or Excellency, in some way or other of honour, or advantage to thy private, or the publick.
Prosecute Learning or Excellency, in Some Way or other of honour, or advantage to thy private, or the public.
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Vigour of youth is a sword;
Vigour of youth is a sword;
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cut thy way to Heaven with it, else will it let out thy heart into Hell.
Cut thy Way to Heaven with it, Else will it let out thy heart into Hell.
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Sixthly. As thou lovest thy life, exercise thy self unto Godliness. Be not only vigorous on earth, but unto Heaven;Sixthly. As thou Lovest thy life, exercise thy self unto Godliness. Be not only vigorous on earth, but unto Heaven;
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One, indeed keeps much from acting vice; the other changes the nature, and brings Glory. Oh! lift up thy noble thoughts, so high as God and Heaven;
One, indeed keeps much from acting vice; the other changes the nature, and brings Glory. Oh! lift up thy noble thoughts, so high as God and Heaven;
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let nothing else take thy raised spirits.
let nothing Else take thy raised spirits.
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Let Reading, Prayer, and Meditation, have every day a solemn part, and take up all spare hours;
Let Reading, Prayer, and Meditation, have every day a solemn part, and take up all spare hours;
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Let the court of Heaven be thy constant company, walk frequently, in the Air of Life, be where thy God comes.
Let the court of Heaven be thy constant company, walk frequently, in the Air of Life, be where thy God comes.
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Prayest thou not? Then thou sayest, God, I have nothing to do with thee: Readest thou not? Thou sayest, Soul be gone into eternal darkness:
Prayest thou not? Then thou Sayest, God, I have nothing to do with thee: Readest thou not? Thou Sayest, Soul be gone into Eternal darkness:
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Meditatest thou not? Thou sayest, Eternity, I scorn thee: Scornest thou Sermons? Thou scornest the chariots of Eternal Life.
Meditatest thou not? Thou Sayest, Eternity, I scorn thee: Scornest thou Sermons? Thou Scornest the chariots of Eternal Life.
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Oh! have some cords upon thy heart for Heaven, as well as Satan has many cords on it fo• Hell.
Oh! have Some cords upon thy heart for Heaven, as well as Satan has many cords on it fo• Hell.
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Mould thy soul for life, not death; Holiness is the mould of happiness.
Mould thy soul for life, not death; Holiness is the mould of happiness.
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Seventhly. Lastly, Take heed thou now sowest not many sorrows, and curses, to reap in the whole day of thy life.Seventhly. Lastly, Take heed thou now sowest not many sorrows, and curses, to reap in the Whole day of thy life.
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Sharp sorrows here, usually follow sins of youth, (whether pardoned, or not) like after-pains. Pardon•d, as, Job 13.26. Thou writest bitter things against me, and makest me to possess the iniquities of my youth. Unpardoned, Job 20.11. His bones are full of the sins of his youth, which shall lie down with him in the dust.
Sharp sorrows Here, usually follow Sins of youth, (whither pardoned, or not) like afterpains. Pardon•d, as, Job 13.26. Thou Writer bitter things against me, and Makest me to possess the iniquities of my youth. Unpardoned, Job 20.11. His bones Are full of the Sins of his youth, which shall lie down with him in the dust.
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Thus many in youth, lay up sad treasures of Death, and Wrath, by Rebellion, Uncleanness, Blaspem, Violence.
Thus many in youth, lay up sad treasures of Death, and Wrath, by Rebellion, Uncleanness, Blaspem, Violence.
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Remember, thy old Age will find this bitter, which thou now drinkest down as sweet.
remember, thy old Age will find this bitter, which thou now drinkest down as sweet.
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SERMON VI. To old People.SERMON VI. To old People.
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OLd People, let me salute you, who can't stay long •ere to be saluted by any;
OLd People, let me salute you, who can't stay long •ere to be saluted by any;
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who may easily remember some of my words all your dayes, they being likely to be few. First Word of Exhortation.
who may Easily Remember Some of my words all your days, they being likely to be few. First Word of Exhortation.
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First. Oft melt thy heart with the mercies of thy life past.First. Oft melt thy heart with the Mercies of thy life past.
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Who has maintained thee thus long? Delivered thee from so many sicknesses, and dangers? Prevented thee from so many calamities? Brought thee out of many straights? Heard so many of thy prayers? Been with thee in thy travels? Help't thy Relations? Is not this God to be loved? Is there no thanks due to him? Must he have none of thy life? Is there no engagements upon thee to him? Have others deserved better at thy hands?
Who has maintained thee thus long? Delivered thee from so many Sicknesses, and dangers? Prevented thee from so many calamities? Brought thee out of many straights? Heard so many of thy Prayers? Been with thee in thy travels? Helped thy Relations? Is not this God to be loved? Is there no thanks due to him? Must he have none of thy life? Is there no engagements upon thee to him? Have Others deserved better At thy hands?
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Record all his eminent providences, and drop a tear of love, upon every kindness thou remembrest.
Record all his eminent providences, and drop a tear of love, upon every kindness thou Rememberest.
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Secondly. Consider the greatness of the state whither thou art with hast going.Secondly. Consider the greatness of the state whither thou art with haste going.
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Old man and woman, thou wilt shortly know the things we are here but guessing at;
Old man and woman, thou wilt shortly know the things we Are Here but guessing At;
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Thou wilt be in an enlarged state, whereas thou art now contracted. Thou art going whence is no return:
Thou wilt be in an enlarged state, whereas thou art now contracted. Thou art going whence is no return:
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Here mayst thou oft change thy state, but there thou wilt have no changes. Hearken;
Here Mayest thou oft change thy state, but there thou wilt have no changes. Harken;
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Art thou prepared to look Eternity in the face ere long? To behold a good or evil Angel,
Art thou prepared to look Eternity in the face ere long? To behold a good or evil Angel,
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as soon as thy breath is departed? Yea, God himself immediately? For to him thy spirit goes,
as soon as thy breath is departed? Yea, God himself immediately? For to him thy Spirit Goes,
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and there receives the doom, Eccles. 12.7. The spirit returns unto God that gave it; And then he bestows it as seems good unto him:
and there receives the doom, Eccles. 12.7. The Spirit returns unto God that gave it; And then he bestows it as seems good unto him:
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Is thy back ready to bear everlasting tortures? Alas!
Is thy back ready to bear everlasting tortures? Alas!
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thou art not able to bear thy present stiffness, and aches, how wilt thou bear Hell's sharpness and pains? Little thinkest thou, what thy dimn eyes are going to see;
thou art not able to bear thy present stiffness, and aches, how wilt thou bear Hell's sharpness and pains? Little Thinkest thou, what thy dim eyes Are going to see;
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Hast thou fortified thy self old man? Oh the wo! that old hearts are heavy, as well as old ears, or eyes;
Hast thou fortified thy self old man? O the woe! that old hearts Are heavy, as well as old ears, or eyes;
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either men have no spirits upward, or spirits furious downward. Old man, thou carest not for an everlasting, glorious peaceful Kingdom;
either men have no spirits upward, or spirits furious downward. Old man, thou Carest not for an everlasting, glorious peaceful Kingdom;
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thy old thatch'd House is better to thee than Heaven.
thy old thatched House is better to thee than Heaven.
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How will the sparks of Wrath make thee nimble? The stroaks of an Almighty Arm quicken thee? Old man, Oh hearken!
How will the sparks of Wrath make thee nimble? The Strokes of an Almighty Arm quicken thee? Old man, O harken!
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else 'twill be true of thee what's said in Eccles. 4.13. A poor begging Child is far better than thou;
Else it'll be true of thee what's said in Eccles. 4.13. A poor begging Child is Far better than thou;
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we•t thou an old King, who will no more be admonished. Ope thine eyes, behold the spacicus Regions whither thou art going;
we•t thou an old King, who will no more be admonished. open thine eyes, behold the spacicus Regions whither thou art going;
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on one hand, see the glorious Palaces; on the other, the hellish Furnaces; and over all, the Glory of the King of Righteousness.
on one hand, see the glorious Palaces; on the other, the hellish Furnaces; and over all, the Glory of the King of Righteousness.
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Thirdly, Consider the infinite madne•s of fooling away old Age after Youth. Must poor Soul have no time, but Satan, and thy Disease have all? Oh sad infatuation!Thirdly, Consider the infinite madne•s of fooling away old Age After Youth. Must poor Soul have no time, but Satan, and thy Disease have all? O sad infatuation!
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Youth ever puts off to old Age; and Age, ever puts off a year, a month, or a day further.
Youth ever puts off to old Age; and Age, ever puts off a year, a Monn, or a day further.
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Dayes will teach Wisdom in any thing, but the greatest Concernment.
Days will teach Wisdom in any thing, but the greatest Concernment.
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What would'st have more? Are not all the pleasures of Youth devo••ed? Hath ••n any more p•easure for thee in her womb?
What Wouldst have more? are not all the pleasures of Youth devo••ed? Hath ••n any more p•easure for thee in her womb?
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Wilt not give the Fagg-end of this world, for all the world to come?
Wilt not give the Fagg-end of this world, for all the world to come?
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Wilt not go to God for joy, when thou canst have none any where else?
Wilt not go to God for joy, when thou Canst have none any where Else?
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How long re•••ning hast th•• to make, over 〈 … 〉 in youth?
How long re•••ning haste th•• to make, over 〈 … 〉 in youth?
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How 〈 … 〉 old mens worm be, seeing, G•• 〈 … 〉 them a possibility, wh••e he hath le•• 〈 ◊ 〉 life and opportunity?
How 〈 … 〉 old men's worm be, seeing, G•• 〈 … 〉 them a possibility, wh••e he hath le•• 〈 ◊ 〉 life and opportunity?
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The longer God stands with his hand stretch'd in Mercy, the harder will his hand strike in Justice.
The longer God Stands with his hand stretched in Mercy, the harder will his hand strike in justice.
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Fourthly, Consider the beauty of all thy Sin and Folly past, and take heed of youthful sins in old age.Fourthly, Consider the beauty of all thy since and Folly past, and take heed of youthful Sins in old age.
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What glory hath all thy sin brought thee? How hath it made thee honourable in the sight of God, Angels,
What glory hath all thy since brought thee? How hath it made thee honourable in the sighed of God, Angels,
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and men? How hath it delighted thy heart in thy private thoughts? What joy hath it been at mid-night to thee,
and men? How hath it delighted thy heart in thy private thoughts? What joy hath it been At midnight to thee,
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or in thy lonely walks, or in the day of troub•e? Doth it not sting like an Addar,
or in thy lonely walks, or in the day of troub•e? Does it not sting like an Addar,
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and bite like a Cockatrice?
and bite like a Cockatrice?
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Is not this that which amazeth thee in the thoughts of Judgment and Eternity? How pleasing would the looks of these be to thee, were it not for the thoughts of sin?
Is not this that which amazes thee in the thoughts of Judgement and Eternity? How pleasing would the looks of these be to thee, were it not for the thoughts of since?
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How much better had been a holy, pure, and spotless life, a life full of glory, and good works to follow thee?
How much better had been a holy, pure, and spotless life, a life full of glory, and good works to follow thee?
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Vices have short pleasures, long afterpains; Vertues have short pains, long after pleasures.
Vices have short pleasures, long afterpains; Virtues have short pains, long After pleasures.
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Sin and Folly hath spoyled all the past-day, and must it have the short even-tide too.
since and Folly hath spoiled all the past-day, and must it have the short eventide too.
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Oh Monster of wo, and Soul of Hell, that men can say this hath been my death,
O Monster of woe, and Soul of Hell, that men can say this hath been my death,
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yet this will I run into; as is exprest in Prov. 23. from 29. to last.
yet this will I run into; as is expressed in Curae 23. from 29. to last.
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What misery soever comes, yet will the Sinner, seek his sin again. Oh! to sin lively, when nature is dead, is an affrighting sight:
What misery soever comes, yet will the Sinner, seek his since again. Oh! to since lively, when nature is dead, is an affrighting sighed:
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filthy talk in an old man, is hell's flame, breaking out above the house top.
filthy talk in an old man, is hell's flame, breaking out above the house top.
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An old Drunkard is the picture of a damned Spirit, a very Fiend before his time.
an old Drunkard is the picture of a damned Spirit, a very Fiend before his time.
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Judgement will be ever hereafter strong, as Sin hath here been ever young. Old man, thou knowest sin is filthy;
Judgement will be ever hereafter strong, as since hath Here been ever young. Old man, thou Knowest since is filthy;
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Oh! carry it not in thy arms to Judgment with thee.
Oh! carry it not in thy arms to Judgement with thee.
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Fifthly, Unless thou art resolved for death, dispair not now, but set the face of thy remaining life, to make thy eternal peace,Fifthly, Unless thou art resolved for death, despair not now, but Set the face of thy remaining life, to make thy Eternal peace,
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and redeem thy time for divine glory.
and Redeem thy time for divine glory.
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Is there now a motion in thy heart? Then God holds open heaven-gates unto thee; God means, while he moves.
Is there now a motion in thy heart? Then God holds open heaven-gates unto thee; God means, while he moves.
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The more difficulty, and the more rarity, the more glory for God, if thou dost now accept.
The more difficulty, and the more rarity, the more glory for God, if thou dost now accept.
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God will shew in Heaven Sinners of all sorts; And how will an old ignorant, worldly, prophane wretch, strain eternal praises?
God will show in Heaven Sinners of all sorts; And how will an old ignorant, worldly, profane wretch, strain Eternal praises?
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If the Decree of Death be never so much past, yet Repentance shall change all, Ezek. 33.14, 15, 16. The case is determined, Matth. 20. from 6. to 15. Know, God delights in his free dispensations;
If the decree of Death be never so much passed, yet Repentance shall change all, Ezekiel 33.14, 15, 16. The case is determined, Matthew 20. from 6. to 15. Know, God delights in his free dispensations;
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he's not bound in his account, but triumphs to shew his freedom.
he's not bound in his account, but Triumphos to show his freedom.
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Wilt thou not now make thy peace? Art not weary of the delusions of the world? Try heavenly pleasures;
Wilt thou not now make thy peace? Art not weary of the delusions of the world? Try heavenly pleasures;
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Oh! that thou knewest in this thy day, &c.Oh! that thou Knewest in this thy day, etc.
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Have some comfort for thy aches, and pains, thy griefs, and sorrows, which now thou must undergo?
Have Some Comfort for thy aches, and pains, thy griefs, and sorrows, which now thou must undergo?
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What! Sin all thy life, and have heaven at last? Will not this amaze thee? Shall I perswade one old Soul,
What! since all thy life, and have heaven At last? Will not this amaze thee? Shall I persuade one old Soul,
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before I go? Oh! do it in good earnest; run and clasp about Jesus; Cry for the Spirit.
before I go? Oh! do it in good earnest; run and clasp about jesus; Cry for the Spirit.
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How think you, Did the eleventh hour-labourers, bestir them in the vineyard? Why? Thou canst relish no more pleasure but of heaven.
How think you, Did the eleventh hour-labourers, Bestir them in the vineyard? Why? Thou Canst relish no more pleasure but of heaven.
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Old man, or Woman, I shall speak no more to you, May we have a good meeting hereafter: Thou must run post;
Old man, or Woman, I shall speak no more to you, May we have a good meeting hereafter: Thou must run post;
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Say, I have far to run, and my time is done.
Say, I have Far to run, and my time is done.
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Oh! What wilt thou not do for God, that will forget all thy sins, pass by all thy slightings,
Oh! What wilt thou not do for God, that will forget all thy Sins, pass by all thy slightings,
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and neglects? Come, now accept of so kind a God. Sixthly, Take heed of sins of old age.
and neglects? Come, now accept of so kind a God. Sixthly, Take heed of Sins of old age.
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1. Deadness. Oh! Cry to God to quicken thee. As the outward man decayes, let the inward man be renewed, day by day.
1. Deadness. Oh! Cry to God to quicken thee. As the outward man decays, let the inward man be renewed, day by day.
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Now let Mortification, and heavenliness of mind, supply natural life and vigor. 2. Worldliness. Lay not in Food and Fewel, unmeasurably, in the House thou art leaving. Oh the unreasonableness of Sin!
Now let Mortification, and heavenliness of mind, supply natural life and vigor. 2. Worldliness. Lay not in Food and Fuel, unmeasurably, in the House thou art leaving. O the unreasonableness of since!
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which makes thee make so much of that, which can do thee so little good.
which makes thee make so much of that, which can do thee so little good.
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How little can the Earth profit thee, from which thou art now departing? Shall the Earth bury thy Soul,
How little can the Earth profit thee, from which thou art now departing? Shall the Earth bury thy Soul,
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as well as thy Body? Come, take a Mansion for thy Soul, as well as a Grave for thy Carkass.
as well as thy Body? Come, take a Mansion for thy Soul, as well as a Grave for thy Carcase.
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3. Frowardness. First, Exsperience of the Miseries and Frustrations of Life. Secondly, Grief, they are going hence.
3. Frowardness. First, Exsperience of the Misery's and Frustrations of Life. Secondly, Grief, they Are going hence.
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Thirdly, Aches in the body, and decayes. Fourthly, Impotency in the mind by those decayes. Fifthly, High self Conceits, jealousie, and envie, at youngers preheminence.
Thirdly, Aches in the body, and decays. Fourthly, Impotency in the mind by those decays. Fifthly, High self Conceits, jealousy, and envy, At youngers pre-eminence.
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Sixthly, Necessary, or sinful disrespect of others, (for when people are very old, they are usually silly;
Sixthly, Necessary, or sinful disrespect of Others, (for when people Are very old, they Are usually silly;
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and much laying them aside in cases of Counsel, and action is oft obsolutely necessary.) and much laying them aside in cases of Counsel, and actium is oft absolutely necessary.)
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These and such like are the Causes of old Peoples frowardness.
These and such like Are the Causes of old Peoples frowardness.
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While thou hast parts, pray God to deliver thee from these, and labour earnestly, to deliver thy soul there-from.
While thou hast parts, pray God to deliver thee from these, and labour earnestly, to deliver thy soul therefrom.
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Take a fair farewel of the World. Frowardness encreases thy vexation; there's the more pain within, and disrespect without.
Take a fair farewell of the World. Frowardness increases thy vexation; there's the more pain within, and disrespect without.
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Be found in the Spirit of Christ, when thy Spirit departs from thee. Be inwardly lovely, when thou art outwardly uncomely.
Be found in the Spirit of christ, when thy Spirit departs from thee. Be inwardly lovely, when thou art outwardly uncomely.
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Believe impartial Person's Judgment of thy Wisdom, & not thine own decayed conceitedness. Expect but the respects of children, when thou art become a Child.
Believe impartial Person's Judgement of thy Wisdom, & not thine own decayed conceitedness. Expect but the respects of children, when thou art become a Child.
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4. Apostacy. It's one of the most mournful fights, to see an old Christian decayed, not only because of weakness of parts, but loss of graces.
4. Apostasy. It's one of the most mournful fights, to see an old Christian decayed, not only Because of weakness of parts, but loss of graces.
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When parts remain, and grace is gone, look to thy self, lest thy latter end be dreadful.
When parts remain, and grace is gone, look to thy self, lest thy latter end be dreadful.
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When tenderness of Constience, zeal for God, heavenly Mindedness is all gone, when there's meerly a Name to live,
When tenderness of Constience, zeal for God, heavenly Mindedness is all gone, when there's merely a Name to live,
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but the man is become a Ghost; this is a Professors sad Conclusion. Happy is the Soul, that watches against the sins of his age and state.
but the man is become a Ghost; this is a Professors sad Conclusion. Happy is the Soul, that watches against the Sins of his age and state.
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Seventhly, Be here a Citizen of the other World, and live as such. That's lovely old age, which is gilt with future glory; not filthy with young fins.Seventhly, Be Here a Citizen of the other World, and live as such. That's lovely old age, which is gilded with future glory; not filthy with young fins.
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Thou that art entring into the other World, should behave thy self like such a one.
Thou that art entering into the other World, should behave thy self like such a one.
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There should be the eye of thy mind. Thither should thy tongue walk. Thither should thy hands be lifted up, and thy knees be bent.
There should be the eye of thy mind. Thither should thy tongue walk. Thither should thy hands be lifted up, and thy knees be bent.
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Discourses of that company should take thy ear.
Discourses of that company should take thy ear.
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It's a lamentable thing to have one's Spirit going to Eternity by divine decree, and yet catching at every thing here to hold it back.
It's a lamentable thing to have one's Spirit going to Eternity by divine Decree, and yet catching At every thing Here to hold it back.
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They should speak as those that have been with Jesus; should (with Paul ) see and hear things unutterable;
They should speak as those that have been with jesus; should (with Paul) see and hear things unutterable;
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should be as heavenly Courtiers here conversing among us.
should be as heavenly Courtiers Here conversing among us.
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Oh! be making up thy accounts, gathering thy evidences, laying up a foundation for eternal life.
Oh! be making up thy accounts, gathering thy evidences, laying up a Foundation for Eternal life.
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8. Eightly, Drop wisdom into youth, while thy parts remain.
8. Eighth, Drop Wisdom into youth, while thy parts remain.
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Thou shouldest be an Oracle to youth, like a Janus with two faces, that had viewed both worlds, one by experience, the other by faith, and therefore fit to teach.
Thou Shouldst be an Oracle to youth, like a Janus with two faces, that had viewed both world's, one by experience, the other by faith, and Therefore fit to teach.
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Imploy abilities while thou hast them, and shew not thy weakness, when abilities are gone. Titus (2. from 3. to 5.) presses the seventh Councel, and this also.
Employ abilities while thou hast them, and show not thy weakness, when abilities Are gone. Titus (2. from 3. to 5.) presses the seventh Council, and this also.
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This were the way to have men rise up to the hoary head;
This were the Way to have men rise up to the hoary head;
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this were a notable employment in old men, to be the Philosophers and Pastors of the world. Let clearness and kindness speak;
this were a notable employment in old men, to be the Philosophers and Pastors of the world. Let clearness and kindness speak;
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not pettishness and passion, which never teaches. In thine own harvest, sow blessed seed in others.
not pettishness and passion, which never Teaches. In thine own harvest, sow blessed seed in Others.
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9th. and Lastly, Charge thy self to set thy house in order before thou diest.9th. and Lastly, Charge thy self to Set thy house in order before thou Dies.
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How can men ever think of going to Heaven themselves, when wilfully, or carelesly, they have left a Hell behind them in their Families?
How can men ever think of going to Heaven themselves, when wilfully, or carelessly, they have left a Hell behind them in their Families?
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There's great fear of every mans Damnation, that leaves not his house in order; If he delayes temporal things, a thousand to one but he delayes spiritual things more.
There's great Fear of every men Damnation, that leaves not his house in order; If he delays temporal things, a thousand to one but he delays spiritual things more.
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Even all he Commands of the first and second Table, require it; and pray take understanding Councel to you when you do it:
Even all he Commands of the First and second Table, require it; and pray take understanding Council to you when you do it:
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This duty, you may see fully commanded, 2 Kings 20.11. Be not a Devil, to set thy house in Hell;
This duty, you may see Fully commanded, 2 Kings 20.11. Be not a devil, to Set thy house in Hell;
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but like God, give blessedness unto them: How beautiful is it to see an old man dying like Jacob? Gen. 49. Leave to thy Relations temporal Legacies, clear; spiritual bledings, powerful.
but like God, give blessedness unto them: How beautiful is it to see an old man dying like Jacob? Gen. 49. Leave to thy Relations temporal Legacies, clear; spiritual bledings, powerful.
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Farewel old man, till the Resurrection
Farewell old man, till the Resurrection
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SERMON VII. To the Enlightned and Convinced.SERMON VII. To the Enlightened and Convinced.
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ARe there not many of us, that know the wayes of Truth in some good degree;
are there not many of us, that know the ways of Truth in Some good degree;
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love it, and long for it; yet leave our selves under the tyranny and power of Death?
love it, and long for it; yet leave our selves under the tyranny and power of Death?
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How may most of us here be call'd the Illuminati, a sort of people enlightned, but not enlivened?
How may most of us Here be called the Illuminati, a sort of people enlightened, but not enlivened?
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The first Word of Exhortation. 1. First, Do you know the value of the grace you have received?
The First Word of Exhortation. 1. First, Do you know the valve of the grace you have received?
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Know you what it is to have the Sun of Righteousness shine upon your heads? The Gate of Heaven set open for you? The Spirit standing in the heat of the day,
Know you what it is to have the Sun of Righteousness shine upon your Heads? The Gate of Heaven Set open for you? The Spirit standing in the heat of the day,
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and the wet of the night, wooing of you? All the treasures of infinite perfection, has been laid before thy feet & eyes.
and the wet of the night, wooing of you? All the treasures of infinite perfection, has been laid before thy feet & eyes.
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Has God done so with every heart, with every people? Remember, Heb. 2.3. How shall we escape, if we neglect so great Salvation? Consider, Rom. 10. last.
Has God done so with every heart, with every people? remember, Hebrew 2.3. How shall we escape, if we neglect so great Salvation? Consider, Rom. 10. last.
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2. Secondly, Do you know the bitterness of having almost entred life, and from thence, falling into eternal death?
2. Secondly, Do you know the bitterness of having almost entered life, and from thence, falling into Eternal death?
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Hells edge will be sharp, according to the smalness of Heavens distance from us.
Hells edge will be sharp, according to the smallness of Heavens distance from us.
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Every step of Heavens approach to us, will be a new sharpning of the teeth of Conscience.
Every step of Heavens approach to us, will be a new sharpening of the teeth of Conscience.
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The littleness of a thing for which we lose a good bargain, proves the greatness of our pain and folly.
The littleness of a thing for which we loose a good bargain, Proves the greatness of our pain and folly.
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How will [ one step more, and all had been well ] for nothing, (for nothing) bite to all eternity? No warning would serve;
How will [ one step more, and all had been well ] for nothing, (for nothing) bite to all eternity? No warning would serve;
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every vow must be broken, all promises come to nothing; these remembrances will be gall & wormwood.
every Voelli must be broken, all promises come to nothing; these remembrances will be Gall & wormwood.
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3. Thirdly, How great will your anguish be in the perfection of Death, when you know how bad it is in the beginning thereof?
3. Thirdly, How great will your anguish be in the perfection of Death, when you know how bad it is in the beginning thereof?
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What woful lives do you now live on earth? What will your lives then be in Hell?
What woeful lives do you now live on earth? What will your lives then be in Hell?
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When did you enjoy a good hour? How is the wound of conscience Aloes in all your tasts? You be now weary of your lives, what will you be hereafter?
When did you enjoy a good hour? How is the wound of conscience Aloes in all your tastes? You be now weary of your lives, what will you be hereafter?
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Now you figh, and groan, for a little ease, what will ease you then? Now you have many divertisements, then there will be none.
Now you figh, and groan, for a little ease, what will ease you then? Now you have many divertisements, then there will be none.
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If the Lyon of Conscience be so terrible in his first month, what will he be in his full growth? Now you know not whither to turn you;
If the lion of Conscience be so terrible in his First Monn, what will he be in his full growth? Now you know not whither to turn you;
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where will you lodg quiet in those flames? Oh convinced, unconverted souls!
where will you lodge quiet in those flames? O convinced, unconverted Souls!
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4. Fourthly, How great would your pleasure be in the perfection of life, when a little sight and taste thereof, has been so sweet?
4. Fourthly, How great would your pleasure be in the perfection of life, when a little sighed and taste thereof, has been so sweet?
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Have not your eyes run down with tears for joy, in a little hope of eternal life? Has not a little glaunce of the beauty of holiness, raised your hearts into the Suburbs of Heaven?
Have not your eyes run down with tears for joy, in a little hope of Eternal life? Has not a little glance of the beauty of holiness, raised your hearts into the Suburbs of Heaven?
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How oft has the tasts of the world to come, for a little while transfigured thy soul?
How oft has the tastes of the world to come, for a little while transfigured thy soul?
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Have not these things left such a tincture upon thy heart, as will never off for ever;
Have not these things left such a tincture upon thy heart, as will never off for ever;
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and know, this will make thy Hell more sharp, thy everlasting longings for once-tasted life; the more taste here, the more fury hereafter.
and know, this will make thy Hell more sharp, thy everlasting longings for once-tasted life; the more taste Here, the more fury hereafter.
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If a few drops lost, can be thy Hell for ever;
If a few drops lost, can be thy Hell for ever;
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what a Heaven would an Ocean enjoyed be? If the breathings in the womb of time be so good;
what a Heaven would an Ocean enjoyed be? If the breathings in the womb of time be so good;
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what is the Crown, and Throne, in the daies of Eternity? Guess heavenly Canaan, by the clusters here;
what is the Crown, and Throne, in the days of Eternity? Guess heavenly Canaan, by the clusters Here;
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and if sensual delights be better, set thy face no more to the New Jerusalem.
and if sensual delights be better, Set thy face no more to the New Jerusalem.
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5. Fifthly, How will you bear the Eternal Sounds of the Truths you have heard?
5. Fifthly, How will you bear the Eternal Sounds of the Truths you have herd?
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How bitter sweet have many of my words been to you here? How purely bitter will they be hereafter? Now have they caus'd you both to hope and grieve? then onely grieve for ever.
How bitter sweet have many of my words been to you Here? How purely bitter will they be hereafter? Now have they caused you both to hope and grieve? then only grieve for ever.
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How will the mention of King, Priest, and Prophet, sting for ever? How will you hear this phrase? Enter into Covenant:
How will the mention of King, Priest, and Prophet, sting for ever? How will you hear this phrase? Enter into Covenant:
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How will you ever hear this, vexing your souls? Oh, break the cords of death!
How will you ever hear this, vexing your Souls? O, break the cords of death!
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How will this sting? Say to thy companion, Oh! let me save my soul.
How will this sting? Say to thy Companion, Oh! let me save my soul.
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These are the sentences have been oft set (like battering Rams) at the door of your hearts:
These Are the sentences have been oft Set (like battering Rams) At the door of your hearts:
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It's true, (what one expresses) in Hell there will be great Repetition of Sermons.
It's true, (what one Expresses) in Hell there will be great Repetition of Sermons.
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Sermons, here heard unprofitably, will be there heard intollerably.
Sermons, Here herd unprofitably, will be there herd intolerably.
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How oft will Satan say? Son, remember, thou in thy life time wert thus and thus prest, and perswaded;
How oft will Satan say? Son, Remember, thou in thy life time Wertenberg thus and thus pressed, and persuaded;
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whereas none of us had any grace offered. How will Sacramental Exhortations, and offers, be all anew set before us?
whereas none of us had any grace offered. How will Sacramental Exhortations, and offers, be all anew Set before us?
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How many unprofitable wishings, Oh that these dayes might come again! will burst in anguish from thy breast.
How many unprofitable wishings, O that these days might come again! will burst in anguish from thy breast.
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6. Sixthly, Avert the edg of the present Divine wrath.
6. Sixthly, Avert the edge of the present Divine wrath.
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I question not, but the suffering of many Ministers, are now as well Corrective for sin,
I question not, but the suffering of many Ministers, Are now as well Corrective for since,
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as Testimonial to a good Conscience, and so requires Humiliation, as well as Thanksgiving; and in that sence I take the present chastisement to my self,
as Testimonial to a good Conscience, and so requires Humiliation, as well as Thanksgiving; and in that sense I take the present chastisement to my self,
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and the Lord humble me throughly and deeply: But also, surely there is some sin in the Congregation;
and the Lord humble me thoroughly and deeply: But also, surely there is Some since in the Congregation;
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and if I know any thing, God is angry with England, yea, with Mells, for light without life, knowledge without power.
and if I know any thing, God is angry with England, yea, with Mells, for Light without life, knowledge without power.
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The edge of the sword, now in Gods hand, is set against this sin of this place,
The edge of the sword, now in God's hand, is Set against this since of this place,
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and Nation, viz. Unprofitableness by glorious Ordinances.
and nation, viz. Unprofitableness by glorious Ordinances.
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That's a serious place, Rev. 2.4, 5. where people are lukewarm, and grow cold under light, have a name to live, and are dead;
That's a serious place, Rev. 2.4, 5. where people Are lukewarm, and grow cold under Light, have a name to live, and Are dead;
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he will come and remove the Candlestick.
he will come and remove the Candlestick.
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Ezek. 33. from 31. to last, When men only notionally accept, but not sincerely obey the Word;Ezekiel 33. from 31. to last, When men only notionally accept, but not sincerely obey the Word;
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then it shall come to pass, that men must by spiritual want & smart, and experienced truths of the threatnings, know, there hath been a Prophet among them.
then it shall come to pass, that men must by spiritual want & smart, and experienced truths of the threatenings, know, there hath been a Prophet among them.
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Come, Let the Word be received in power, and thou wilt hide thy self in the day of God's wrath.
Come, Let the Word be received in power, and thou wilt hide thy self in the day of God's wrath.
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Remember, I say to convinced one, either Conversion or Reprobation (if not great outward judgements) will speedily be their portion.
remember, I say to convinced one, either Conversion or Reprobation (if not great outward Judgments) will speedily be their portion.
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Thou Convinced man, thou little thinkest how much thou hast provok'd the spirit of Grace by thy frequent rejections.
Thou Convinced man, thou little Thinkest how much thou hast provoked the Spirit of Grace by thy frequent rejections.
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We have plaid enough with Truth, to make infinite Mercy angry. Now thou seest the stroke coming, Oh! prepare to meet thy God;
We have played enough with Truth, to make infinite Mercy angry. Now thou See the stroke coming, Oh! prepare to meet thy God;
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yet Conversion may deliver thee from Confusion. Seventhly, Sin will never be of any worth unto thee.
yet Conversion may deliver thee from Confusion. Seventhly, since will never be of any worth unto thee.
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Thou hast a pallat will ever taste wo with it. Others leave God for pleasure, thou for pain.
Thou hast a palate will ever taste woe with it. Others leave God for pleasure, thou for pain.
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Sin is a broken Cistern to thee, it will hold no water; it will ever be to thee a brook of Tema.
since is a broken Cistern to thee, it will hold no water; it will ever be to thee a brook of Tema.
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Sin will have no form or comliness to thee, why thou shouldst desire it: It will be like old age; tiresome pain, and little delight.
since will have no from or comeliness to thee, why thou Shouldst desire it: It will be like old age; tiresome pain, and little delight.
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Eightly, Let not your light grow into darkness or death; but let me entreat you to keep the Candle alive.Eighth, Let not your Light grow into darkness or death; but let me entreat you to keep the Candle alive.
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My request to you is, Let not the damp of Hell put out your light, let not conviction fall into a spirit of reprobation.
My request to you is, Let not the damp of Hell put out your Light, let not conviction fallen into a Spirit of reprobation.
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Be assured, Satan-will be very busie upon this Change, to rock thee asleep.
Be assured, Satan-will be very busy upon this Change, to rock thee asleep.
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At least, the way and manner of Exhortation will now be altered, and may be the design-will not be to strike at the Root, to cut in sunder the very cords of Death;
At least, the Way and manner of Exhortation will now be altered, and may be the design-will not be to strike At the Root, to Cut in sunder the very cords of Death;
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and then Souls will be ready to nestle and take a nap, and say, Now I may be quiet, now I may be quiet;
and then Souls will be ready to nestle and take a nap, and say, Now I may be quiet, now I may be quiet;
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and if God say Amen, and hush thee too, thou art undone for ever. Oh, never yield to have thy eyes put out!
and if God say Amen, and hush thee too, thou art undone for ever. O, never yield to have thy eyes put out!
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This enraged Sampson, above all things else.
This enraged Sampson, above all things Else.
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This should enrage thee as it did the Gileadites, and Saul, 1 Sam. 11. from 1 to 7. Enter not into Hell alive, take not an eternal farewel of life,
This should enrage thee as it did the Gileadites, and Saul, 1 Sam. 11. from 1 to 7. Enter not into Hell alive, take not an Eternal farewell of life,
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as men do in a reprobate sense. My Friends, if you backslide, you are undone for ever;
as men do in a Reprobate sense. My Friends, if you backslide, you Are undone for ever;
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your backslide into Hell's irrecoverable prison, viz. The state of Reprobation. Oh! If you will die, yet love not Death as the Reprobate do!
your backslide into Hell's irrecoverable prison, viz. The state of Reprobation. Oh! If you will die, yet love not Death as the Reprobate doe!
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Oh! Let none of you turn pleaders for Hell, as back-sliders, from Conviction, use to do;
Oh! Let none of you turn pleaders for Hell, as backsliders, from Conviction, use to do;
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therefore oft preach over to thy self the Truths thou hast heard. Let thy memory be thy instructer, if thou hast no better.
Therefore oft preach over to thy self the Truths thou hast herd. Let thy memory be thy instructer, if thou hast no better.
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Truths never convert but by the mediation of Gods Spirit and thine, and that may be done in thy Closet some years hence, (but put it not off now in hope of that).
Truths never convert but by the mediation of God's Spirit and thine, and that may be done in thy Closet Some Years hence, (but put it not off now in hope of that).
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Let thy Conscience apply the old Truths again and again, for thy poor immortal Souls sake.
Let thy Conscience apply the old Truths again and again, for thy poor immortal Souls sake.
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Oh! that when I am dead, I may yet thus speak! I may bring forth children unto Christ when I am perished in the grave!
Oh! that when I am dead, I may yet thus speak! I may bring forth children unto christ when I am perished in the grave!
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This may, my Old Sermons, bear upon your knees.
This may, my Old Sermons, bear upon your knees.
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Cry mightily unto God that he would not suffer the Sun to go down in the morning.
Cry mightily unto God that he would not suffer the Sun to go down in the morning.
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Let thy woful Soul vent it self in mournful Prayer; A vent thy Soul will have, Oh, let it be upward!
Let thy woeful Soul vent it self in mournful Prayer; A vent thy Soul will have, O, let it be upward!
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Get piercing Books, such as Mr. Baxter's Call to the Ʋnconverted; Mr. Shepherd's Sincere Convert; Mr. Hookers Souls preparation for Christ:
Get piercing Books, such as Mr. Baxter's Call to the Ʋnconverted; Mr. Shepherd's Sincere Convert; Mr. Hookers Souls preparation for christ:
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There are hundreds such in the World; enquire for them, according to thy ability buy, or borrow, and read;
There Are hundreds such in the World; inquire for them, according to thy ability buy, or borrow, and read;
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you may find some almost in every house, and will (I hope) more now than ever.
you may find Some almost in every house, and will (I hope) more now than ever.
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Let the Eye save the Soul, if the Ear may not. Let not your Sabbaths pass, at least, without some such quickning.
Let the Eye save the Soul, if the Ear may not. Let not your Sabbaths pass, At least, without Some such quickening.
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Oh, the multitudes of Souls have been saved by good Books! Let evening readings save your Souls;
O, the Multitudes of Souls have been saved by good Books! Let evening readings save your Souls;
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Remember Eternity, and read the Bible daily, and gain time for Holy books, as for Eternal blessedness.
remember Eternity, and read the bible daily, and gain time for Holy books, as for Eternal blessedness.
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Soul, lose not this Conviction, though it should never come into Conversion. But,
Soul, loose not this Conviction, though it should never come into Conversion. But,
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Ninethly, May not one Soul yet leap into life, before my mouth be shut for ever to him?Ninthly, May not one Soul yet leap into life, before my Mouth be shut for ever to him?
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Friends, you have loved me, and delighted in my Doctrines: Come, let me present you to Jesus.
Friends, you have loved me, and delighted in my Doctrines: Come, let me present you to jesus.
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You will never meet a She•eard w•ll be more glad for the life of your souls;
You will never meet a She•eard w•ll be more glad for the life of your Souls;
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Nor can any mourn more, t•••ce any of your Countenances, cast and condemned at the last day.
Nor can any mourn more, t•••ce any of your Countenances, cast and condemned At the last day.
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Come soul, once he in good earnest for thy life; save thy self from wrath to come:
Come soul, once he in good earnest for thy life; save thy self from wrath to come:
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Come, throw thy self into the Armes of Jesus; Endure the loss of thy vain delights, let thy Friend frown;
Come, throw thy self into the Arms of jesus; Endure the loss of thy vain delights, let thy Friend frown;
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Come, let thee and I go to God for ever. Come, make a Covenant before I go.
Come, let thee and I go to God for ever. Come, make a Covenant before I go.
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Be no more in the torments of an enslaved Conscience: All thy folly will bring home nothing but sad repentance:
Be no more in the torments of an enslaved Conscience: All thy folly will bring home nothing but sad Repentance:
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Let these my last words enter into thy Soul, I shall use them no more (its likely) to all Eternity;
Let these my last words enter into thy Soul, I shall use them no more (its likely) to all Eternity;
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I shall never publickly plead with you for Conversion, after this day. Oh Conversion of souls!
I shall never publicly plead with you for Conversion, After this day. O Conversion of Souls!
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thou hast bin the aim of my spirit, but I must here level at thee no more.
thou hast been the aim of my Spirit, but I must Here level At thee no more.
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Must I take my leave, and leave thee in the arms of Satan? Oh that I could pluck thee from thence!
Must I take my leave, and leave thee in the arms of Satan? O that I could pluck thee from thence!
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Oh remember, there are pains, I have oft told thee, thou canst not endure! Therefore, oh Half-Christian, remove sorrow from thy soul!
O Remember, there Are pains, I have oft told thee, thou Canst not endure! Therefore, o Half-Christian, remove sorrow from thy soul!
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Convinced man, how will the word (Half-Christian) which thou hast here heard so often, pain thy heart hereafter.
Convinced man, how will the word (Half-Christian) which thou hast Here herd so often, pain thy heart hereafter.
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I must leave thee, but, Oh! let the Father of Spirits, take thine into his own hands,
I must leave thee, but, Oh! let the Father of Spirits, take thine into his own hands,
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and in his own time, and by his own means, bring thee from the power of Satan, into the Kingdom of his dear Son;
and in his own time, and by his own means, bring thee from the power of Satan, into the Kingdom of his dear Son;
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Save thee from wrath to come (let me see thee smiling at the last) and give thee an inheritance, among the that are sanctified.
Save thee from wrath to come (let me see thee smiling At the last) and give thee an inheritance, among the that Are sanctified.
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Oh! indeed may you farewel, my poor convinced flock.
Oh! indeed may you farewell, my poor convinced flock.
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SERMON VIII. To the Hypocritical and Deceived. TO all unsound Christians, whether they know, or not know, themselves to be such.SERMON VIII. To the Hypocritical and Deceived. TO all unsound Christians, whither they know, or not know, themselves to be such.
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1 Word. First, I say my heart trembles, for fear of multitudes in this nature, in this place.
1 Word. First, I say my heart trembles, for Fear of Multitudes in this nature, in this place.
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How has Gospel-Sincerity, and Divine-Communion, been the two great subjects of my discourse?
How has Gospel-sincerity, and Divine-Communion, been the two great subject's of my discourse?
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If I have been wanting in other things, surely in this, I have much left you without excuse.
If I have been wanting in other things, surely in this, I have much left you without excuse.
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But Oh! how few are Christians, in good earnest? How few convinc'd Standers-by? How few carry the Visage of God upon them, before the world?
But Oh! how few Are Christians, in good earnest? How few convinced Standers by? How few carry the Visage of God upon them, before the world?
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How my soul trembles for multitudes hereabouts? good talkers, that come short of the power of Godlinesse.
How my soul trembles for Multitudes hereabout? good talkers, that come short of the power of Godliness.
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I have oft trembled, least God hath resolved, not to work by me, because of so little real vertue in the midst of us.
I have oft trembled, lest God hath resolved, not to work by me, Because of so little real virtue in the midst of us.
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How many go on, and consider not whither they are going, but take it for granted all is well?
How many go on, and Consider not whither they Are going, but take it for granted all is well?
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How many fear, and yet go on? how many souls have many of us damn'd, that will be required at our hands;
How many Fear, and yet go on? how many Souls have many of us damned, that will be required At our hands;
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for our practice so unlike our profession? Let most Professors remember, I am jealous over their souls.
for our practice so unlike our profession? Let most Professors Remember, I am jealous over their Souls.
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Where is Impartial-sincerity, and Self-denial? Where is zeal for God Where is thriving in Grace?
Where is Impartial-sincerity, and Self-denial? Where is zeal for God Where is thriving in Grace?
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Know if thou miscarriest, I gave thee warning. Secondly, Is searching grievous to thee? then soundness is not in thee.
Know if thou miscarriest, I gave thee warning. Secondly, Is searching grievous to thee? then soundness is not in thee.
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Searching by others, or by thy self: He that fears discovery hath rottenness: He that fears an admonisher, is not a right Christian;
Searching by Others, or by thy self: He that fears discovery hath rottenness: He that fears an admonisher, is not a right Christian;
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what ever may be in the seed, the fruit is naught.
what ever may be in the seed, the fruit is nought.
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Art thou one that inwardly repines at, outwardly detracts from, a serious reprover? thy soul is in some great cloud of ignorance,
Art thou one that inwardly repines At, outwardly detracts from, a serious reprover? thy soul is in Some great cloud of ignorance,
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or some close league with wickedness.
or Some close league with wickedness.
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An upright heart delights in a serious reprover, as a vain person doth in a curious dresser, that will put all right and fine.
an upright heart delights in a serious reprover, as a vain person does in a curious dresser, that will put all right and fine.
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How many of us have been reproved, but how few reformed? reproved of earthliness, carelesness, selfishness, offensiveness, but not reformed.
How many of us have been reproved, but how few reformed? reproved of earthliness, carelessness, selfishness, offensiveness, but not reformed.
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An honest heart being soberly reproved, ceases not, till he hath given satisfaction, or shewn reformation.
an honest heart being soberly reproved, ceases not, till he hath given satisfaction, or shown Reformation.
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How many exhortations, and reproofs have come over us, like the wind, that passes away, and returns no more?
How many exhortations, and reproofs have come over us, like the wind, that passes away, and returns no more?
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Dost thou love searching and examining, or licking whole thy heart? Dost sleep secure, fall back, fall edge;
Dost thou love searching and examining, or licking Whole thy heart? Dost sleep secure, fallen back, fallen edge;
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let things be as they will with thee, thou wilt not trouble thy self to look about thee?
let things be as they will with thee, thou wilt not trouble thy self to look about thee?
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How many will not examine, because they know 'tis bad? or if they do, soon pass it over,
How many will not examine, Because they know it's bad? or if they do, soon pass it over,
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as sluts cleanse vessels or houses, they search not the corners.
as sluts cleanse vessels or houses, they search not the corners.
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How many search not their hearts, for their own particular corruptions, or take heed of their proper reformation?
How many search not their hearts, for their own particular corruptions, or take heed of their proper Reformation?
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Is labour, or falsness most abhorrent to thee; accordingly, art thou sincere or hypocritical.
Is labour, or falseness most abhorrent to thee; accordingly, art thou sincere or hypocritical.
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Thirdly, Take heed conviction and affection damn thee not, while they stand with thee for Conversion and Religion. Thirdly, Take heed conviction and affection damn thee not, while they stand with thee for Conversion and Religion.
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There's many take a wind in the bowels for a child in the womb; that stirs and moves, and they think its this.
There's many take a wind in the bowels for a child in the womb; that stirs and moves, and they think its this.
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Many take the Harbengers for the King; the frequent fore-runners of grace for it self. Thou likest holiness, and lov'st it;
Many take the Harbingers for the King; the frequent forerunners of grace for it self. Thou likest holiness, and Lovest it;
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it's well, but not saving well, unless thou livest in it. I wish my usual incouraging of beginnings may not destroy in conclusion;
it's well, but not Saving well, unless thou Livest in it. I wish my usual encouraging of beginnings may not destroy in conclusion;
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I cannot but speak comfortably, and joyfully of dispositions to grace.
I cannot but speak comfortably, and joyfully of dispositions to grace.
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Blessed be God for the least dawning of the Kingdom of Heaven, but set not up thy rest on this side Jordan, sincerity it self.
Blessed be God for the least dawning of the Kingdom of Heaven, but Set not up thy rest on this side Jordan, sincerity it self.
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He that at last comes short one step of glory, never enters into it. Some mens Religion is only the witness of their condemnation, not justification;
He that At last comes short one step of glory, never enters into it. some men's Religion is only the witness of their condemnation, not justification;
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to shew they walk against light, not in truth.
to show they walk against Light, not in truth.
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Art afraid of going on to full perfection? Thou art not yet in the right path.
Art afraid of going on to full perfection? Thou art not yet in the right path.
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Once more I charge thee, search thy soul, that God may absolve, not search it at last.
Once more I charge thee, search thy soul, that God may absolve, not search it At last.
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See that the movings of thy light and heat, be informed with a living power therein.
See that the movings of thy Light and heat, be informed with a living power therein.
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Fourthly, Art busie in true obedience and Faith? 1. Is thy obedience universal?Fourthly, Art busy in true Obedience and Faith? 1. Is thy Obedience universal?
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Hast given up thy self a whole Sacrifice to God? or only, as far as thou canst with submission to over-ruling profit, pleasure, or acquaintance?
Hast given up thy self a Whole Sacrifice to God? or only, as Far as thou Canst with submission to overruling profit, pleasure, or acquaintance?
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Art not thine own indeed, but Gods? and so holdest, and considerest thy self. 2. Particular;
Art not thine own indeed, but God's? and so holdest, and Considerest thy self. 2. Particular;
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may be thou art universal in general option or intention, but art thou so in particular circumspection?
may be thou art universal in general option or intention, but art thou so in particular circumspection?
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Dost consider all thy particular duties, & take care for their performance, or let them run at random, and come by accident?
Dost Consider all thy particular duties, & take care for their performance, or let them run At random, and come by accident?
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Art particular for time, now to do the duty, which belongs unto thee; or art thou ever putting it farther off?
Art particular for time, now to do the duty, which belongs unto thee; or art thou ever putting it farther off?
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Art careful only of some omissions, or commissions, or against them all?
Art careful only of Some omissions, or commissions, or against them all?
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Many are ever good in Thesi, but seldom in Hypothesi: Christians in notion shall be condemned in act.
Many Are ever good in Thessia, but seldom in Hypothesis: Christians in notion shall be condemned in act.
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Those who make it not their business, to be ever in all the sear of the Lord, are like never to dwell in the joy of the Lord.
Those who make it not their business, to be ever in all the sear of the Lord, Are like never to dwell in the joy of the Lord.
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3. Is thy obedience, self-crncifying?
3. Is thy Obedience, self-crncifying?
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Dost set all thy strength against thy most pleasing predominant sin? that which brings in thy profit, thy pleasure, thy credit, thy ease? Here is sincerity:
Dost Set all thy strength against thy most pleasing predominant since? that which brings in thy profit, thy pleasure, thy credit, thy ease? Here is sincerity:
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He that sets himself against this, can against any. Look to it Tradesmen, are you loath to hear, such and such cheats of men,
He that sets himself against this, can against any. Look to it Tradesmen, Are you loath to hear, such and such cheats of men,
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and neglects of God, are sins? Will you not enquire after them, nor leave them, set your selves against them? Look to it Relations, what's that duty you will not hear of, you will not consider, not conquer your spirits under? Take heed this neglect be not thy death.
and neglects of God, Are Sins? Will you not inquire After them, nor leave them, Set your selves against them? Look to it Relations, what's that duty you will not hear of, you will not Consider, not conquer your spirits under? Take heed this neglect be not thy death.
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Remember your old Minister, used to tell you, your Isaac was your touchstone:
remember your old Minister, used to tell you, your Isaac was your touchstone:
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Look to it, you that esteem such and such little sins, and so swallow them down.
Look to it, you that esteem such and such little Sins, and so swallow them down.
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He that crucifies not himself in time, will be crucified to all eternity.
He that Crucifies not himself in time, will be Crucified to all eternity.
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1. Is thy faith (Christian) fixt upon the Person, Meditation, Satisfaction, Intercession of the Lord Jesus,
1. Is thy faith (Christian) fixed upon the Person, Meditation, Satisfaction, Intercession of the Lord jesus,
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and not moral only of the God-head?
and not moral only of the Godhead?
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Dost thou believe, Jesus was sent, and sealed by the Father, the Lamb of God, to take away the sins of the world?
Dost thou believe, jesus was sent, and sealed by the Father, the Lamb of God, to take away the Sins of the world?
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Is thy Marriage-Covenant made with him, and in him with the Father? 2. Totally depending on him, for life and Salvation.
Is thy Marriage covenant made with him, and in him with the Father? 2. Totally depending on him, for life and Salvation.
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Dost loath and abhor all thoughts of power, or excellency in thy self? But is, 1. Thy general expectation. 2. Particular goings forth to action. 3. Thy strength in action. 4. All thy reflection upon action. 5. All the recumbency of thy soul, wholly upon the bowels of God, through the Merits of Jesus Christ? Dost expect no grace nor glory,
Dost loath and abhor all thoughts of power, or excellency in thy self? But is, 1. Thy general expectation. 2. Particular goings forth to actium. 3. Thy strength in actium. 4. All thy reflection upon actium. 5. All the recumbency of thy soul, wholly upon the bowels of God, through the Merits of jesus christ? Dost expect no grace nor glory,
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but purely from God, through Christ? Dost go forth, only to act in Jesus Might? Dost thou feel all vigor, coming freely from above? Dost run,
but purely from God, through christ? Dost go forth, only to act in jesus Might? Dost thou feel all vigor, coming freely from above? Dost run,
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& carry home all grace to Christ, the Fountain thereof? Dost wholly lean, & rest thy soul, upon the root of Jesse, to all eternity?
& carry home all grace to christ, the Fountain thereof? Dost wholly lean, & rest thy soul, upon the root of Jesse, to all eternity?
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3. Sensible of the Matrimonial yoak, that thou art his in Covenant, and not thine own:
3. Sensible of the Matrimonial yoke, that thou art his in Covenant, and not thine own:
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And thereby findest, 1. The Conscience. 2. The pleasure. 3. Power. And, 4. Dignity of that consecrated united state.
And thereby Findest, 1. The Conscience. 2. The pleasure. 3. Power. And, 4. Dignity of that consecrated united state.
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If this faith & obedience be not all in thee, there is no assurance of sincerity.
If this faith & Obedience be not all in thee, there is no assurance of sincerity.
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Consider what I say, thou mayest hereafter wish for a glass, to see thy face in, look in it now.
Consider what I say, thou Mayest hereafter wish for a glass, to see thy face in, look in it now.
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5. Fifthly, How sharp will pangs of conscience be for your hypocrisie, who have had so much description of it, and Exhortations against it?
5. Fifthly, How sharp will pangs of conscience be for your hypocrisy, who have had so much description of it, and Exhortations against it?
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You will not be able to plead; Lord, I know not Truth;
You will not be able to plead; Lord, I know not Truth;
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no, every one that here perisheth, has wilfully or knowingly chosen some self ease or satisfaction, before God and Eternal life.
no, every one that Here Perishes, has wilfully or knowingly chosen Some self ease or satisfaction, before God and Eternal life.
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God will say, hypocrisie was joyned to thee, thy spots were of the Leopard and Blackmore;
God will say, hypocrisy was joined to thee, thy spots were of the Leopard and Blackmore;
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thou wert reprobate silver, would'st not part with thy dross; such flesh, as nothing could separate from it's scum.
thou Wertenberg Reprobate silver, Wouldst not part with thy dross; such Flesh, as nothing could separate from it's scum.
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How will Conscience scourge, when God speaks this unto thee? It will be bitter,
How will Conscience scourge, when God speaks this unto thee? It will be bitter,
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when Conscienc shall whip, and say, no opening would affright thee from the jaws of death.
when Conscience shall whip, and say, no opening would affright thee from the Jaws of death.
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6. Sixthly, Let looking to Jesus, walking in the wayes of Life, & departing from the paths of Death, lead thee to thy tomb.
6. Sixthly, Let looking to jesus, walking in the ways of Life, & departing from the paths of Death, led thee to thy tomb.
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Thou mayest say, I have tried all wayes in the world, but cannot be sincere; what shall I do, but give off all? No, take these directions.
Thou Mayest say, I have tried all ways in the world, but cannot be sincere; what shall I do, but give off all? No, take these directions.
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1. Live, and die, looking to Jesus; In 1. Acknowledging all must be from him. 2. Constant Cordial giving thy self to him.
1. Live, and die, looking to jesus; In 1. Acknowledging all must be from him. 2. Constant Cordial giving thy self to him.
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3. Ardent crying, that he would accept thee. 4. Resolute leaving thy self with his Mercy.
3. ardent crying, that he would accept thee. 4. Resolute leaving thy self with his Mercy.
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2. Walk in the waves of Life, viz. 1. Live Praying. 2. Keeping thy heart in Heaven.
2. Walk in the waves of Life, viz. 1. Live Praying. 2. Keeping thy heart in Heaven.
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3. Be spiritual in Ordinances, where Christ uses to come. 4. Let thy eyes be ever open in watchfulness, and Divine presence.
3. Be spiritual in Ordinances, where christ uses to come. 4. Let thy eyes be ever open in watchfulness, and Divine presence.
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5. Never cease recovering, and trying to Believe and Conquer. 3. Depart from the paths of death.
5. Never cease recovering, and trying to Believe and Conquer. 3. Depart from the paths of death.
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1. Be ever in the Name, and strength of Jesus, strugling against all known sin, and infidelity.
1. Be ever in the Name, and strength of jesus, struggling against all known since, and infidelity.
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By 1. Early avoiding. 2. Rejecting, and 3. Arising from Temptation. 2. By enquiring yet more perfectly, what is the way of the Lord. By 1. Early avoiding. 2. Rejecting, and 3. Arising from Temptation. 2. By inquiring yet more perfectly, what is the Way of the Lord.
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This I leave as my legacy with you; leave not thy self in the arms of death.
This I leave as my legacy with you; leave not thy self in the arms of death.
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In the worse case look to Jesus, watch and pray again. If thou seemest to despaire of fruit, yet be found longing in desire;
In the Worse case look to jesus, watch and pray again. If thou seemest to despair of fruit, yet be found longing in desire;
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walk to the utmost in the way, though ashamed to lift up thy face to Heaven.
walk to the utmost in the Way, though ashamed to lift up thy face to Heaven.
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The Spirit may, and oft doth come unexpectedly, to the obedient waiter. 7. Seventhly, Give not thus off the pleasures of sincerity;
The Spirit may, and oft does come unexpectedly, to the obedient waiter. 7. Seventhly, Give not thus off the pleasures of sincerity;
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let no foyles make to cease so glorious a pursuit. My Friends, would you be happy, labour to be sincere?
let no foils make to cease so glorious a pursuit. My Friends, would you be happy, labour to be sincere?
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Rest, Joy, and Power, these are the children of sincerity: The more sincere, the more glorious in the spiritual Fight;
Rest, Joy, and Power, these Are the children of sincerity: The more sincere, the more glorious in the spiritual Fight;
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but the Triumphs in this War, are inconceivable. The stings of hypocrifie, are more sharp than the pains of sincerity.
but the Triumphos in this War, Are inconceivable. The stings of hypocrify, Are more sharp than the pains of sincerity.
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Remember you live in Hell, till this be attained.
remember you live in Hell, till this be attained.
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Be in love or league with no sin, or contradiction to God, and thou art sincere.
Be in love or league with no since, or contradiction to God, and thou art sincere.
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A King, in a Castle full of pleasures, and incompast with powers, is not so secure and blessed, as is every sincere soul.
A King, in a Castle full of pleasures, and encompassed with Powers, is not so secure and blessed, as is every sincere soul.
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8. Eighthly, The wrath of God, and the worm of Conscience, in a lost estate, will be more than thou canst bear.
8. Eighthly, The wrath of God, and the worm of Conscience, in a lost estate, will be more than thou Canst bear.
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Therefore arise, Oh man, and run divore't from all, to Jesus.
Therefore arise, O man, and run divoreed from all, to jesus.
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No worm bites so hard as hypocrites who lost Heaven, and fell into Hell for so little.
No worm bites so hard as Hypocrites who lost Heaven, and fell into Hell for so little.
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And God is exceedingly provok't by the abuse of his spirit and patience. The portion of hypocrites is dreadful, Mat. 24. last. Weeping and gnashing of Teeth.
And God is exceedingly provoked by the abuse of his Spirit and patience. The portion of Hypocrites is dreadful, Mathew 24. last. Weeping and gnashing of Teeth.
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Oh! be not fellow troublers of the Church, and lodgers with the damned; as here is exprest of hypocrites.
Oh! be not fellow troublers of the Church, and lodgers with the damned; as Here is expressed of Hypocrites.
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You may put off Grace, while you will, but hell you can't bear. How sad will hell be after so much of Heaven as you have enjoyed? Soul!
You may put off Grace, while you will, but hell you can't bear. How sad will hell be After so much of Heaven as you have enjoyed? Soul!
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Must thou that hast talked so much of God, lie under his Eternal Scourge? Oh! that I could breath life into thee!
Must thou that hast talked so much of God, lie under his Eternal Scourge? Oh! that I could breath life into thee!
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Oh let the Lord do it, who onely can!
O let the Lord do it, who only can!
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The IX. and X. SERMONS. To the true Christian.
The IX. and X. SERMONS. To the true Christian.
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The first Word of Exhortation. FIrst, Examine thy heart, and be amazed at inaccountable Divine Love. Look on thy heart;
The First Word of Exhortation. First, Examine thy heart, and be amazed At inaccountable Divine Love. Look on thy heart;
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Art dis-engaged in thy way, from any thing that is contrary to God and Christ?
Art disengaged in thy Way, from any thing that is contrary to God and christ?
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Hast entred solemnly into Covenant? Given thy self to Jesus? Dost feel his yoak about thy neck? Is Religion thy main business?
Hast entered solemnly into Covenant? Given thy self to jesus? Dost feel his yoke about thy neck? Is Religion thy main business?
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Then consider, how rare this is to be had, and how thou camest by it. Spend much of your time in this, when thou hast good hopes of eternal life.
Then Consider, how rare this is to be had, and how thou camest by it. Spend much of your time in this, when thou hast good hope's of Eternal life.
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If God can give any thing worth the admiring, this it is. Ravishment in admiration, is the proper return for infiniteness in affection.
If God can give any thing worth the admiring, this it is. Ravishment in admiration, is the proper return for infiniteness in affection.
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2. Secondly, Be humbled for neglect of, and non-proficiency by, opportunities of eternal improvement. Be humbled penitently, lest thou be'st humbled judicially for this.
2. Secondly, Be humbled for neglect of, and nonproficiency by, opportunities of Eternal improvement. Be humbled penitently, lest thou Best humbled judicially for this.
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What small matters have caus'd our absence? Where has been a picture of Heaven, and that incorrigibly, against all woings and entreaties?
What small matters have caused our absence? Where has been a picture of Heaven, and that incorrigibly, against all wooings and entreaties?
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I am very much mistaken, if God send not message to many of us, as he did to Ely, 2 Sam. 3.13. This is for the iniquity which he knoweth:
I am very much mistaken, if God send not message to many of us, as he did to Ely, 2 Sam. 3.13. This is for the iniquity which he Knoweth:
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Time may come, you would be glad to see one of those dayes; you would see, but shall not:
Time may come, you would be glad to see one of those days; you would see, but shall not:
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Labour to get your hearts humbled for this, or God will humble you.
Labour to get your hearts humbled for this, or God will humble you.
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3. Thirdly, Take not the ordinary pattern of Professors, for thy great mark and aim, left Hell be thy portion after many a years dull living;
3. Thirdly, Take not the ordinary pattern of Professors, for thy great mark and aim, left Hell be thy portion After many a Years dull living;
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or all thy works be burnt, if thou be saved, and God reap nothing but disgrace by thee.
or all thy works be burned, if thou be saved, and God reap nothing but disgrace by thee.
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If thou desirest to be a dwarf-Christian, ••'s a thousand to one, but thou wilt be none at all.
If thou Desirest to be a dwarf-Christian, ••'s a thousand to one, but thou wilt be none At all.
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4. Fourthly, Be dead to thy mortal self, and freed from engagements to sin, else thou wilt live a fruitless, and a miserable life.
4. Fourthly, Be dead to thy Mortal self, and freed from engagements to since, Else thou wilt live a fruitless, and a miserable life.
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If thou must live, and live in so much ease, pleasure, or honour; then farewell all true Religion.
If thou must live, and live in so much ease, pleasure, or honour; then farewell all true Religion.
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If thou must please such an humour, friend, or profit, all thy Religion will come to nothing;
If thou must please such an humour, friend, or profit, all thy Religion will come to nothing;
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no body will remain a Christian, but he that is disengaged from all the world, and has but one necessary thing, the will of God;
no body will remain a Christian, but he that is disengaged from all the world, and has but one necessary thing, the will of God;
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without which, thou wilt never have any rest in thy spirit, or bring forth any fruit unto God.
without which, thou wilt never have any rest in thy Spirit, or bring forth any fruit unto God.
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5. Fifthly, Let Repentance be sincere. 1. In Contrition: Let not great sins, be small matters to thee; be deeply confounded, and ashamed;
5. Fifthly, Let Repentance be sincere. 1. In Contrition: Let not great Sins, be small matters to thee; be deeply confounded, and ashamed;
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Let thy heart be pricked for thy sin. 2. In Reformation: Be sure that be amended, for which thou professest to Repent. 3. Restitution:
Let thy heart be pricked for thy since. 2. In Reformation: Be sure that be amended, for which thou professest to repent. 3. Restitution:
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To God, by open confession, where thou hast wronged him. To man, by returns, in making up the damage as much as possible thou canst;
To God, by open Confessi, where thou hast wronged him. To man, by returns, in making up the damage as much as possible thou Canst;
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no Heaven, without repentance, no repentance, without restitution. 6. Sixthly, See, and live in the light of Faith.
no Heaven, without Repentance, no Repentance, without restitution. 6. Sixthly, See, and live in the Light of Faith.
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If thou wouldst not perish with the world, lift up thy head above this world. A mans spirit is according to the light he lives in, seeing he is changed.
If thou Wouldst not perish with the world, lift up thy head above this world. A men Spirit is according to the Light he lives in, seeing he is changed.
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See things therefore as they are, as they are in Gods eye, as they are in the light of the Word;
See things Therefore as they Are, as they Are in God's eye, as they Are in the Light of the Word;
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if thou valuest things according to the account of the world, thou perishest. 7. Seventh, Keep to noble ends.
if thou valuest things according to the account of the world, thou perishest. 7. Seventh, Keep to noble ends.
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If you set your aims low, your lives will be so. It's much unworthy the mind of a Christian, to seek mean things;
If you Set your aims low, your lives will be so. It's much unworthy the mind of a Christian, to seek mean things;
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mean things for the world, becomes him;
mean things for the world, becomes him;
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but else, his mind ought to be where Jesus is, at the right hand of God:
but Else, his mind ought to be where jesus is, At the right hand of God:
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If we be risen with Christ, we are to seek things above, Col. 3.1, 2, 3. 1. Heavens glory, Rom. 2.7. We are to seek for glory and honour.If we be risen with christ, we Are to seek things above, Col. 3.1, 2, 3. 1. Heavens glory, Rom. 2.7. We Are to seek for glory and honour.
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Christian, is your chief contrivance for this, as your discourse intimates? here be as ambitious as thou wilt.
Christian, is your chief contrivance for this, as your discourse intimates? Here be as ambitious as thou wilt.
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Oh! labour that, that may be a brave world; this is bad enough. 2. Judgments joy, 2 Tim. 8.4. He laboured to be crowned at that day.
Oh! labour that, that may be a brave world; this is bad enough. 2. Judgments joy, 2 Tim. 8.4. He laboured to be crowned At that day.
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Oh! that we would study all the day long, to make weighty the account on the right hand, not on the left hand, at that day.
Oh! that we would study all the day long, to make weighty the account on the right hand, not on the left hand, At that day.
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Let grace, not sin, follow you thither. Christian, is this your daily care? 3. Divine honour, 1 Cor. 10.31. Do all things to the glory of God.
Let grace, not since, follow you thither. Christian, is this your daily care? 3. Divine honour, 1 Cor. 10.31. Do all things to the glory of God.
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Is this, or self-ends your study? Is this your morning contrivance? your solemn forecast?
Is this, or self-ends your study? Is this your morning contrivance? your solemn forecast?
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They that honour him, he will honour: See what fruit of glory your talent brought to God, Mat. 25. 4. The Churches edification, 1 Cor. 14.12, 26. Let all things be done for edifying;
They that honour him, he will honour: See what fruit of glory your talon brought to God, Mathew 25. 4. The Churches edification, 1 Cor. 14.12, 26. Let all things be done for edifying;
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seek, that you may excel for edifying. Thy behaviour, thy speech, thy actings should all build up the Church;
seek, that you may excel for edifying. Thy behaviour, thy speech, thy actings should all built up the Church;
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enlightning, strengthning, and joyning of them, by Divine beauty of holiness, thy example, and belief; convincing some, confirming, and comforting others:
enlightening, strengthening, and joining of them, by Divine beauty of holiness, thy Exampl, and belief; convincing Some, confirming, and comforting Others:
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Is this thy business? O•, let it be, that thou mayest not be found, an unprofitable servant at the last. 5. Divine fruition Psal. 4.6. many say, Who will shew us any good? Lord, lift up the light of thy countenace. Psal. 16.5. The Lord is the portion of mine inheritance.
Is this thy business? O•, let it be, that thou Mayest not be found, an unprofitable servant At the last. 5. Divine fruition Psalm 4.6. many say, Who will show us any good? Lord, lift up the Light of thy countenance. Psalm 16.5. The Lord is the portion of mine inheritance.
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Is this the longings of your souls? do all things else, give place to this? Oh my Friend!
Is this the longings of your Souls? do all things Else, give place to this? O my Friend!
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take this to thy self for ever. Eighthly, Keep in right paths. Go on in the way of the righteous, which will end in blessedness.
take this to thy self for ever. Eighthly, Keep in right paths. Go on in the Way of the righteous, which will end in blessedness.
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1. Faith in Christ, through the Covenant of Grace.
1. Faith in christ, through the Covenant of Grace.
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1. Faith of Implantation, giving your selves as members of his Body, to be under the conduct of his Mediator-ship, Rom. 6.3, 4. Receiving him wholly to our selves, John 1.12. 2. Faith of Adhesion;
1. Faith of Implantation, giving your selves as members of his Body, to be under the conduct of his Mediatorship, Rom. 6.3, 4. Receiving him wholly to our selves, John 1.12. 2. Faith of Adhesion;
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depending upon his mediation, satisfaction, & intercession, for all our justification, sanctification, and glorification, 1 Cor. 1.30, 31. the Believer glories in Christ for all these; wisdom, righteousness, justification, and redemption.
depending upon his mediation, satisfaction, & Intercession, for all our justification, sanctification, and glorification, 1 Cor. 1.30, 31. the Believer Glories in christ for all these; Wisdom, righteousness, justification, and redemption.
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All his expectations are from Christ. All his services are through Christ. All his petitions are by Christ.
All his Expectations Are from christ. All his services Are through christ. All his petitions Are by christ.
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All his rest is in Christ. All his obedience is to God in Christ. 2. Walking in divine presence, Gen. 17.1. Thus Abraham walked before God.
All his rest is in christ. All his Obedience is to God in christ. 2. Walking in divine presence, Gen. 17.1. Thus Abraham walked before God.
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Remember my old All-heal, viz. walking in the sight of God. 3. In spiritual Ordinances, Prov. 8.34.
remember my old Allheal, viz. walking in the sighed of God. 3. In spiritual Ordinances, Curae 8.34.
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the blessed me hear wisdom, wait at her gates, in hearing, reading, praying, in which they spend their time, and in the end save their souls.
the blessed me hear Wisdom, wait At her gates, in hearing, reading, praying, in which they spend their time, and in the end save their Souls.
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4. Acts of Obedience. They live delighting to perform Duties, and please God in all things.
4. Acts of obedience. They live delighting to perform Duties, and please God in all things.
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5. Fruitfulness. True Christians labour, all their talents should shew forth grace, and bring glory unto God;
5. Fruitfulness. True Christians labour, all their Talents should show forth grace, and bring glory unto God;
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and live, watching every Call of providence, to bring forth their fruit in their season, Psal. 1.3. 6. Self-denial, Mark 16.24. He must follow Christ, taking up his Cross, and denying himself.
and live, watching every Call of providence, to bring forth their fruit in their season, Psalm 1.3. 6. Self-denial, Mark 16.24. He must follow christ, taking up his Cross, and denying himself.
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7. Watchfulness, Mark 13.32. 1. To Heaven. 2. To thy heart. 3. Against sin. 4. For duty;
7. Watchfulness, Mark 13.32. 1. To Heaven. 2. To thy heart. 3. Against since. 4. For duty;
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especially over, First, Thy tongue, Jam. 3.2. And, Secondly, Time, Ephes. 5.16. So to keep awake & clean, till Christs coming. 8. Examination, 2 Cor. 13.5. Without Examination, there can neither be proficiency or consolation; that puts all in order. Daily, and solemnly use it. 9. Hope, Titus 2.13.
especially over, First, Thy tongue, Jam. 3.2. And, Secondly, Time, Ephesians 5.16. So to keep awake & clean, till Christ coming. 8. Examination, 2 Cor. 13.5. Without Examination, there can neither be proficiency or consolation; that puts all in order. Daily, and solemnly use it. 9. Hope, Titus 2.13.
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Christians go on, looking for that blessed Hope. 10. Love. 1. Love of God; this is the first Commandment, Mat. 22.37. and the 2. is like to it, Love thy neighbour as thy self.
Christians go on, looking for that blessed Hope. 10. Love. 1. Love of God; this is the First Commandment, Mathew 22.37. and the 2. is like to it, Love thy neighbour as thy self.
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3. Love the Church, 1 Pet. 2.17. 1 John 3.16. 11. Thankfulness, 1 Thes. 5.18. In every thing give thanks. Behold your paths.
3. Love the Church, 1 Pet. 2.17. 1 John 3.16. 11. Thankfulness, 1 Thebes 5.18. In every thing give thanks. Behold your paths.
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Ninthly, Keep not only from sin, but the occasions and similitudes thereof. Occasions, Prov. 23.31. Look not on the wine, when it looks red. Similitudes, 1 Thes. 5.22. Abstain from all appearance of evil. Ninthly, Keep not only from since, but the occasions and Similitudes thereof. Occasions, Curae 23.31. Look not on the wine, when it looks read. Similitudes, 1 Thebes 5.22. Abstain from all appearance of evil.
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This thou must do, if ever thou wilt glorifie God, or keep thy heart right. Christian, if thou carest not for God's honor, he will not care for thine.
This thou must do, if ever thou wilt Glorify God, or keep thy heart right. Christian, if thou Carest not for God's honour, he will not care for thine.
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A Christian must provide for things honourably, and lovely, and of good report, in all well-pleasing, both in the sight of God and man, 2 Cor. 8.21. Tenthly, Charge not Conscience with any but known Duties;
A Christian must provide for things honourably, and lovely, and of good report, in all Well-pleasing, both in the sighed of God and man, 2 Cor. 8.21. Tenthly, Charge not Conscience with any but known Duties;
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and plot to do such with delight. Let not any pretence cheat thee, Col. 2.18. Errors-yoak thou wilt have no support to bear;
and plot to do such with delight. Let not any pretence cheat thee, Col. 2.18. Errors-yoak thou wilt have no support to bear;
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mistakes make Religion more burdensom, then ever God made it. See the plain proofs, before thou charge Conscience with Omissions, or Commissions;
mistakes make Religion more burdensome, then ever God made it. See the plain proofs, before thou charge Conscience with Omissions, or Commissions;
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though labour to give no offence to man, and abstain from all appearance of things certainly evil.
though labour to give no offence to man, and abstain from all appearance of things Certainly evil.
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Let peace of Conseience, the new nature, ingenuity of the Covenant of grace, do all things with delight, else thou wilt not please God, or hold out thy self.
Let peace of Conscience, the new nature, ingenuity of the Covenant of grace, do all things with delight, Else thou wilt not please God, or hold out thy self.
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In the Eleventh place, let not hardship, or disticulty, beat thee out of the Christian field.
In the Eleventh place, let not hardship, or disticulty, beatrice thee out of the Christian field.
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The more serious and diligent thou art, the more temptations thou wilt find to leave Religion, from thy corruptions, Satans assaults, and Gods dispensations. But never give over;
The more serious and diligent thou art, the more temptations thou wilt find to leave Religion, from thy corruptions, Satan assaults, and God's dispensations. But never give over;
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say, 1. This is the best revelation. 2. My highest affection. 3. The best use of time here.
say, 1. This is the best Revelation. 2. My highest affection. 3. The best use of time Here.
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Thou canst never mend the matter, by sin, laziness, or the change of thy Religion. Scripture is the best revelation.
Thou Canst never mend the matter, by since, laziness, or the change of thy Religion. Scripture is the best Revelation.
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In God, the Christian cannot but most delight. Religion is the best channel of thine. Twelfthly, Labour especially to know, and shew the excellency, nobility and amability of a Gospel-spirit. Titus 2.10. we are to adorn the doctrin of God our Saviour in all things.
In God, the Christian cannot but most delight. Religion is the best channel of thine. Twelfthly, Labour especially to know, and show the excellency, Nobilt and amability of a Gospel-spirit. Titus 2.10. we Are to adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things.
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Thus would all the great ends I spake of in the morning flow in a pace. This we may do,
Thus would all the great ends I spoke of in the morning flow in a pace. This we may do,
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1. By joyning a strict Conscience with Christian liberty, and ingenuity; shewing we understand the latter, and keep the former. Oh pray for this Wisdom!
1. By joining a strict Conscience with Christian liberty, and ingenuity; showing we understand the latter, and keep the former. O pray for this Wisdom!
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2. Being severe to our selves, and charitable to others. 3. Abounding in vertues, lovely to the world; in humility, courtesie, kindness, righteousness;
2. Being severe to our selves, and charitable to Others. 3. Abounding in Virtues, lovely to the world; in humility, courtesy, kindness, righteousness;
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duties to relations, diligence in thy Calling. 4. Exceeding the spirit of the world. 1. In your general way, Mat. 5.16. Let your light so shine, viz. of faith, self-denial, patience, and charity. 2. Particular acts, Luke 4.15. shewing a power that thou art able to do all things through Christ.
duties to relations, diligence in thy Calling. 4. Exceeding the Spirit of the world. 1. In your general Way, Mathew 5.16. Let your Light so shine, viz. of faith, self-denial, patience, and charity. 2. Particular acts, Lycia 4.15. showing a power that thou art able to do all things through christ.
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And in every thing labour that Heavens glorv may appear. Thirteenth, Well behave thy self in disputable and controversial matters.
And in every thing labour that Heavens glorv may appear. Thirteenth, Well behave thy self in disputable and controversial matters.
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1. Earnestly and sincerly pray, Ja 1.5. 2. Sincerely and diligently enquire. 1. In your Bibles, Acts 17.11.
1. Earnestly and sincerely pray, Ja 1.5. 2. Sincerely and diligently inquire. 1. In your Bibles, Acts 17.11.
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2. Of the pastors of the Church, Mal. 2.3 3. Of wise, holy and experienced Christians, Heb. 5. last, They know good from evil.
2. Of the Pastors of the Church, Malachi 2.3 3. Of wise, holy and experienced Christians, Hebrew 5. last, They know good from evil.
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3. Be inclinable, to take the way of Peace, before Schism; Obedience, before disobedience; self-denyal, before self-pleasing;
3. Be inclinable, to take the Way of Peace, before Schism; obedience, before disobedience; self-denial, before self-pleasing;
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avoiding of scandal, before using of liberty.
avoiding of scandal, before using of liberty.
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4. If these things seem to cross one another, and thou knowest not which way to take,
4. If these things seem to cross one Another, and thou Knowest not which Way to take,
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and God doth not otherwise satisfie thee;
and God does not otherwise satisfy thee;
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then follow the spirit of the Church, the generality of wise and holy men, Cant. 1.7, 8. If we know not where Christ is, we must go by the footsteps of the Flock, by the Shepherds Tents:
then follow the Spirit of the Church, the generality of wise and holy men, Cant 1.7, 8. If we know not where christ is, we must go by the footsteps of the Flock, by the Shepherd's Tents:
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Such mens fate we are to follow, Heb. 13.7. Never have substantial zeal, about circumstantial things:
Such men's fate we Are to follow, Hebrew 13.7. Never have substantial zeal, about circumstantial things:
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Put on the Spirit of Christ, in Rom. 14. If the design be for edification, be very charitable to the way;
Put on the Spirit of christ, in Rom. 14. If the Design be for edification, be very charitable to the Way;
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but if not, then favour it not, but according to the foregoing rules. In the Fourteenth place, Young Christians, stear your course wisely.
but if not, then favour it not, but according to the foregoing rules. In the Fourteenth place, Young Christians, steer your course wisely.
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1. Roul all the weight of thy soul, continually on the Lord Jesus; exspect onely from his free Grace and Spirit.
1. Roul all the weight of thy soul, continually on the Lord jesus; expect only from his free Grace and Spirit.
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2. Get to the most lively Ordinances thou canst. Thy soul is precious, let it not starve if food be to be had.
2. Get to the most lively Ordinances thou Canst. Thy soul is precious, let it not starve if food be to be had.
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3. Keep company with those that will help thee to Heaven, and not to Hell. How many are spoiled for want of this heed?
3. Keep company with those that will help thee to Heaven, and not to Hell. How many Are spoiled for want of this heed?
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4. Fall first, and chiefly, on great and heart sins: Put not new Wine into old Bottles. 5. Be ever well busied; keep employment as thy life.
4. Fallen First, and chiefly, on great and heart Sins: Put not new Wine into old Bottles. 5. Be ever well busied; keep employment as thy life.
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6. Early, resist first Temptations, and take heed of thy heart, growing warm to earthly things.
6. Early, resist First Temptations, and take heed of thy heart, growing warm to earthly things.
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7. Fill thy heart with delight in Heaven. 8. Let serious Meditation, Supplication, and Contrition, quickly recover thy falls.
7. Fill thy heart with delight in Heaven. 8. Let serious Meditation, Supplication, and Contrition, quickly recover thy falls.
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9. Expect no ease, rest, or satisfaction, to soul or body, but by Faith: Thy soul is never free from Temptations, Perturbations, Doubts, and Stands;
9. Expect no ease, rest, or satisfaction, to soul or body, but by Faith: Thy soul is never free from Temptations, Perturbations, Doubts, and Stands;
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Thy Body from Labour and Sorrow.
Thy Body from Labour and Sorrow.
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Go on by Faith, knowing this is the best course to be taken in the World, leaving thy self with, and on, God;
Go on by Faith, knowing this is the best course to be taken in the World, leaving thy self with, and on, God;
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in his way, is the only and wisest course for a Creature in the World. Fifteenth, Antient Christians conclude honourably.
in his Way, is the only and Wisest course for a Creature in the World. Fifteenth, Ancient Christians conclude honourably.
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Its a woful thing, to see the Apostacy of many antient Professors. Oh! the deadness, loosness, and earthyness, yea, reprobation of many old Professors.
Its a woeful thing, to see the Apostasy of many ancient Professors. Oh! the deadness, looseness, and earthyness, yea, reprobation of many old Professors.
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1. Sow grace in all your paths; you are to bring forth much more fruit than the young:
1. Sow grace in all your paths; you Are to bring forth much more fruit than the young:
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Your life should be a continual burning and shining light; all your paths should teach, your mouths should drop Grace continually.
Your life should be a continual burning and shining Light; all your paths should teach, your mouths should drop Grace continually.
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Oh! the inexpressible beauty of a wise exhorter. 2. Busie in laying up evidences, and preparing the account against the great day.
Oh! the inexpressible beauty of a wise exhorter. 2. Busy in laying up evidences, and preparing the account against the great day.
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Take heed you be not foolish Virgins; and you must go and buy Oyl, when the Bridegroom is come.
Take heed you be not foolish Virgins; and you must go and buy Oil, when the Bridegroom is come.
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How mad art thou that will not make sure, against the day of tryal? 3. Abhor earthly affections;
How mad art thou that will not make sure, against the day of trial? 3. Abhor earthly affections;
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but let Death, Judgement, and Eternity, dwell continually in thine eye.
but let Death, Judgement, and Eternity, dwell continually in thine eye.
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If the beams of Glory have not broke forth upon thy soul, thou art in a sad ease;
If the beams of Glory have not broke forth upon thy soul, thou art in a sad ease;
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Shall thy Soul be buried in earth also? Let Faith grow naturally into Light, as the Day break, does to Noon.
Shall thy Soul be buried in earth also? Let Faith grow naturally into Light, as the Day break, does to Noon.
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16. Lally, Let Faithfulness, Sympathy, and Faith bear thee on their wings, in the Churches tryals.
16. Lally, Let Faithfulness, sympathy, and Faith bear thee on their wings, in the Churches trials.
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Know, while the Church is on Earth, it will be Militant: It will be frequently called to chuse Life Temporal, or Eternal;
Know, while the Church is on Earth, it will be Militant: It will be frequently called to choose Life Temporal, or Eternal;
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to own Christ, and lose all for him, or deny him. Be faithful to a good Conscience; that's worth all the world.
to own christ, and loose all for him, or deny him. Be faithful to a good Conscience; that's worth all the world.
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Forget not Jacob 's troubles, at the last day thou wilt be judged, by thy affections to his suffering Church.
Forget not Jacob is Troubles, At the last day thou wilt be judged, by thy affections to his suffering Church.
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Be assured the gates of Hell shall not prevail against his Church; All tryal; is but building Heavens stage, and dresing the Bride to the Throne.
Be assured the gates of Hell shall not prevail against his Church; All trial; is but building Heavens stage, and dresing the Bride to the Throne.
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Perish in love to God, if thou canst but keep his way. Enquire seriously, and follow Conscience, after earnest prayer, with love, and peace.
Perish in love to God, if thou Canst but keep his Way. Inquire seriously, and follow Conscience, After earnest prayer, with love, and peace.
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Behold the day that shall never have cloud nor night: But, Oh! sink not into deadness or wickedness!
Behold the day that shall never have cloud nor night: But, Oh! sink not into deadness or wickedness!
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The Lord support you in the want of the means you have had, if ever you want them:
The Lord support you in the want of the means you have had, if ever you want them:
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Oh! end not in the flesh, who have begun in the Spirit! My bowels yearn over you:
Oh! end not in the Flesh, who have begun in the Spirit! My bowels yearn over you:
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Oh! let the seed of God abide in you. Continue to the death, the Judge is at the door.
Oh! let the seed of God abide in you. Continue to the death, the Judge is At the door.
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Know if thou forsakest him, thou art marked out for a dreadful vengeance.
Know if thou forsakest him, thou art marked out for a dreadful vengeance.
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The XI. and XII. SERMONS. To Domestical Relations.
The XI. and XII. SERMONS. To Domestical Relations.
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ONe of the greatest things that trouble me now in my departure, in reference to the performance of my duty, is, that I have no more prest upon you, Relative duties;
ONe of the greatest things that trouble me now in my departure, in Referente to the performance of my duty, is, that I have no more pressed upon you, Relative duties;
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but I was very busie to lay a good foundation, of true Regeneration; without which, I could expect no acceptable fruits of Holiness.
but I was very busy to lay a good Foundation, of true Regeneration; without which, I could expect no acceptable fruits of Holiness.
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Let me therefore beseech you, out of love to me, as well as to your selves, seriously remember the duties to be spoken this day.
Let me Therefore beseech you, out of love to me, as well as to your selves, seriously Remember the duties to be spoken this day.
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First to Inferiours.
First to Inferiors.
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First, The more wise and holy thou art, the more thou wilt delight in subjection and obedience:First, The more wise and holy thou art, the more thou wilt delight in subjection and Obedience:
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The more foolish and ungodly, the more in self-will and rebellion.
The more foolish and ungodly, the more in self-will and rebellion.
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How little wisdom is there in the world? Did a man regard his Temporal or Eternal account, he would rejoyce in being under authority.
How little Wisdom is there in the world? Did a man regard his Temporal or Eternal account, he would rejoice in being under Authority.
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Which brings, 1. Direction, instead of doubts. 2. Ease, instead of care. And, 3. Usually, innocence instead of guilt.
Which brings, 1. Direction, instead of doubts. 2. Ease, instead of care. And, 3. Usually, innocence instead of guilt.
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The less we have to exercise, the less account we have to make. But nature will be high like God, though as unholy as Satan.
The less we have to exercise, the less account we have to make. But nature will be high like God, though as unholy as Satan.
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But God has made superiours for the tryal of Obedience, as Temptations for the the tryal of our Faith, Luk. 2.51.
But God has made superiors for the trial of obedience, as Temptations for thee the trial of our Faith, Luk. 2.51.
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Our Lord Jesus Christ, delighted in subjection, not only to God his Father, but to Mary his Mother,
Our Lord jesus christ, delighted in subjection, not only to God his Father, but to Marry his Mother,
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yea, even to Joseph his supposed Father, Ephes. 5.1. Christians should delight in subjection. The same excellency is exprest, 1 Pet. 5.5. 2 Pet. 2.10. High characters of an evil spirit, are presumptuous, self-willed, and such as despise Government.
yea, even to Joseph his supposed Father, Ephesians 5.1. Christians should delight in subjection. The same excellency is expressed, 1 Pet. 5.5. 2 Pet. 2.10. High characters of an evil Spirit, Are presumptuous, self-willed, and such as despise Government.
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Secondly, Be wise, if God hath set over thee wicked or foolish Governors; One of the greatest tryals in the world. Obedience is excellent;Secondly, Be wise, if God hath Set over thee wicked or foolish Governors; One of the greatest trials in the world. obedience is excellent;
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but Subjection to fools, or mad, or wicked, is exceeding hard. In such cases therefore, 1. Humble thy self daily before God.
but Subjection to Fools, or mad, or wicked, is exceeding hard. In such cases Therefore, 1. Humble thy self daily before God.
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It's a great judgement of chastisement from God, and thou art in a case where God requires confession, and humiliation from thee.
It's a great judgement of chastisement from God, and thou art in a case where God requires Confessi, and humiliation from thee.
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As thy misery is every day, so let thy confessions and acknowledgements be: God loves to have his applications work. Daily kiss the Rod:
As thy misery is every day, so let thy confessions and acknowledgements be: God loves to have his applications work. Daily kiss the Rod:
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God layes such afflictions on purpose, as he did on the Israelites in the Wilderness, Deut. 8.2, 3. To humble and prove them, to see what patience and obedience they had.
God lays such afflictions on purpose, as he did on the Israelites in the Wilderness, Deuteronomy 8.2, 3. To humble and prove them, to see what patience and Obedience they had.
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It's good counsel in this case, 1 Pet. 5.6. Humble your selves, that God may exalt you in due time.
It's good counsel in this case, 1 Pet. 5.6. Humble your selves, that God may exalt you in due time.
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Murmur not against God's Providence, but love the kindness and wisdom, which sent thee this affliction.
Murmur not against God's Providence, but love the kindness and Wisdom, which sent thee this affliction.
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2. Follow not their sinful or foolish courses, or commands; Not sinful: We must obey God, rather then men.
2. Follow not their sinful or foolish courses, or commands; Not sinful: We must obey God, rather then men.
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When Christs Mother medled out of her place, he refused to obey her, John 2.4.
When Christ Mother meddled out of her place, he refused to obey her, John 2.4.
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If thy Superiour commands thee to lye, steal, break the Sabbath, neglect saving, and necessary Ordinances, or do unjustly: Do them not;
If thy Superior commands thee to lie, steal, break the Sabbath, neglect Saving, and necessary Ordinances, or do unjustly: Do them not;
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shew him a place of Scripture, where God hath commanded otherwise. Inferiour, Be not drunk, wicked, or filthy, because thy Superiour is so;
show him a place of Scripture, where God hath commanded otherwise. Inferior, Be not drunk, wicked, or filthy, Because thy Superior is so;
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follow thy Superiour, only as he follows God.
follow thy Superior, only as he follows God.
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Not foolish; Foolish commands, if not forbidden, yet, if in circumstances they are mischievous, or scandalous,
Not foolish; Foolish commands, if not forbidden, yet, if in Circumstances they Are mischievous, or scandalous,
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if they be evidently unbecoming Humanity, or Christianity, or mispending of our precious time, and talents, we are not to obey them.
if they be evidently unbecoming Humanity, or Christianity, or misspending of our precious time, and Talents, we Are not to obey them.
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Become not a fool, or scorn, only to please the Superiours lust. 3. Be very zealous to reverence their persons, and obey all their lawful commands.
Become not a fool, or scorn, only to please the Superiors lust. 3. Be very zealous to Reverence their Persons, and obey all their lawful commands.
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The Governours wickedness, discharges not thee from thy duty, though it may in some degrees, which thou might'st owe to a better.
The Governors wickedness, discharges not thee from thy duty, though it may in Some Degrees, which thou Mightest owe to a better.
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May be, thou art not so much to reverence, so much to love him;
May be, thou art not so much to Reverence, so much to love him;
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but thou must not do any thing to his disparagement, or detriment, which thou canst avoid.
but thou must not do any thing to his disparagement, or detriment, which thou Canst avoid.
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Give him the utmost due which thou caust, without countenancing, or encouraging his sin and folly.
Give him the utmost endue which thou caused, without countenancing, or encouraging his since and folly.
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It's hard to steer thy course here aright:
It's hard to steer thy course Here aright:
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but thou must learn to give drunken, unclean Governours their due, and yet not partake of their sins.
but thou must Learn to give drunken, unclean Governors their endue, and yet not partake of their Sins.
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In the fifth Commandment, thou art to honour Father and Mother, whether they be good or bad, Acts 23.3, 4, 5. Saint Paul acknowledges his offence, in speaking disgraceful truth of the high Priest, a Governour.
In the fifth Commandment, thou art to honour Father and Mother, whither they be good or bad, Acts 23.3, 4, 5. Saint Paul acknowledges his offence, in speaking disgraceful truth of the high Priest, a Governor.
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4. Watch over thy heart that thou judgest not amiss of Superiours commands, through a contrariety of spirit and temper;
4. Watch over thy heart that thou Judges not amiss of Superiors commands, through a contrariety of Spirit and temper;
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Corruption delights to wear a religious Cloak, as you may read, 1 Pet. 2.6. Add not accusation to rebellion;
Corruption delights to wear a religious Cloak, as you may read, 1 Pet. 2.6. Add not accusation to rebellion;
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Suspect thy heart is disobedient, rather then the command ungodly: Father not thy lust on God, the Spirit or Scripture.
Suspect thy heart is disobedient, rather then the command ungodly: Father not thy lust on God, the Spirit or Scripture.
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5. Labour by any means to convince Superiours of the integrity of thy spirit, when to art forced to refuse countenance and obedience, to their way or command.
5. Labour by any means to convince Superiors of the integrity of thy Spirit, when to art forced to refuse countenance and Obedience, to their Way or command.
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By how much the more backward thou art in unlawful things, be so much the more forward in those that are lawful;
By how much the more backward thou art in unlawful things, be so much the more forward in those that Are lawful;
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that they may see thee upright in all things. Thirdly. Wives, behave your selves well. 1. Love Christianly;
that they may see thee upright in all things. Thirdly. Wives, behave your selves well. 1. Love Christianly;
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See, your pattern is the Church, and your union, though not a Sacrament, is yet Sacramental, Ephes. 5. from 22. to last.
See, your pattern is the Church, and your Union, though not a Sacrament, is yet Sacramental, Ephesians 5. from 22. to last.
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It's not enough for you to do outward duties. It's not enough to love a Husband as a dear Friend.
It's not enough for you to do outward duties. It's not enough to love a Husband as a dear Friend.
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But all must be done in Christian Representation, to shew the union 'twixt Christ and his Church;
But all must be done in Christian Representation, to show the Union betwixt christ and his Church;
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and to this end thou must love. 1. Ʋnitedly, Love him as one with thine own Soul, Ephes. 5.31. The Married two, are one.
and to this end thou must love. 1. Ʋnitedly, Love him as one with thine own Soul, Ephesians 5.31. The Married two, Are one.
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If his qualities would make thee loath him, think not of them.
If his qualities would make thee loath him, think not of them.
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Let Gods good pleasure, which has united thee, please thee, if there be nothing else can do it.
Let God's good pleasure, which has united thee, please thee, if there be nothing Else can do it.
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2. Faithfully; He must be the covering of thine eyes, Gen. 20.16. Thou must keep the Covenant of thy God, Prov. 2.17. In Covenant, thou tookst thy Husband to thee morally;
2. Faithfully; He must be the covering of thine eyes, Gen. 20.16. Thou must keep the Covenant of thy God, Curae 2.17. In Covenant, thou tookest thy Husband to thee morally;
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as thou dost Christ by Faith, Spiritually.
as thou dost christ by Faith, Spiritually.
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Not only Adulterers in act, God will judge, but all allowed thoughts of such sins, is the act before God.
Not only Adulterers in act, God will judge, but all allowed thoughts of such Sins, is the act before God.
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Yea, it's thy duty to avoid the thoughts of any other persons perfections, if it begin to make thy Husband base in thy eyes.
Yea, it's thy duty to avoid the thoughts of any other Persons perfections, if it begin to make thy Husband base in thy eyes.
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Think not what Husbands others have, thereby to slight thine own: If thou art willing to have low thoughts of him, thou art unfaithful to him.
Think not what Husbands Others have, thereby to slight thine own: If thou art willing to have low thoughts of him, thou art unfaithful to him.
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3. Spiritually, Thou canst not love his person, unless thou love his soul: Thou art to save his Soul if possibly thou canst, 1 Pet. 3.1, 2.
3. Spiritually, Thou Canst not love his person, unless thou love his soul: Thou art to save his Soul if possibly thou Canst, 1 Pet. 3.1, 2.
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Wives, do you indeed care for your Husbands Souls? Are you indeed loth to do any thing, that may drive them farther to Hell? Are you indeed willing to any thing may bring them nearer to Heaven?
Wives, do you indeed care for your Husbands Souls? are you indeed loath to do any thing, that may drive them farther to Hell? are you indeed willing to any thing may bring them nearer to Heaven?
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Blessed are those Wives, that labour to make their Husbands eternally blessed.
Blessed Are those Wives, that labour to make their Husbands eternally blessed.
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4. Ardently, not a little coldly, but as the apple of thine eye, as the blood of thy heart;
4. Ardently, not a little coldly, but as the apple of thine eye, as the blood of thy heart;
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for so the Church doth Christ. I confess, according to excellency, so (naturally) will thy love be;
for so the Church does christ. I confess, according to excellency, so (naturally) will thy love be;
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but it's thy duty however, to labour for a high degree. Thou hast no less pattern, than the love of souls to their dearest God.
but it's thy duty however, to labour for a high degree. Thou hast no less pattern, than the love of Souls to their dearest God.
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2. Please earnestly, 1 Cor. 7.34. The Married Woman, must care to please her Husband; thus she should do always, it is her duty;
2. Please earnestly, 1 Cor. 7.34. The Married Woman, must care to please her Husband; thus she should do always, it is her duty;
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so ought she to attire her self, behave her self, express her self, and especially,
so ought she to attire her self, behave her self, express her self, and especially,
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so to conform to his will, and obey his pleasure, as may render her most acceptable in his sight. Ephes. 5.24.
so to conform to his will, and obey his pleasure, as may render her most acceptable in his sighed. Ephesians 5.24.
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Therefore, as the Church is subject unto Christ, so let Wives be to their own Husbands in every thing.
Therefore, as the Church is Subject unto christ, so let Wives be to their own Husbands in every thing.
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The same is exprest, Tit. 2.5. This is fit in the Lord, Col. 3.18.
The same is expressed, Tit. 2.5. This is fit in the Lord, Col. 3.18.
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And as by obedience, so by reverence, is the Wife to please the Husband, Ephes. 5.33.
And as by Obedience, so by Reverence, is the Wife to please the Husband, Ephesians 5.33.
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Women are to overcome their Husbands hearts, by beautiful, reverent, and chast conversation, 1 Pet. 3.1, 2, 3.
Women Are to overcome their Husbands hearts, by beautiful, reverend, and chaste Conversation, 1 Pet. 3.1, 2, 3.
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How few make this their care?
How few make this their care?
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How many, more love to cross, and vex, then to please and delight? How would such a study win upon mens hearts? 3. Bear patiently:
How many, more love to cross, and vex, then to please and delight? How would such a study win upon men's hearts? 3. Bear patiently:
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Womens Ornament, is a meek and quiet Spirit; and the excellency of that is, to bear patiently, 1 Pet. 3.4, 5.
Women's Ornament, is a meek and quiet Spirit; and the excellency of that is, to bear patiently, 1 Pet. 3.4, 5.
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And this the Church doth to Christ, Heb. 12.8, 9. Wool will break a flint, when Iron cannot;
And this the Church does to christ, Hebrew 12.8, 9. Wool will break a flint, when Iron cannot;
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patience conquers a hard heart, when contention cannot. 4. Help diligently: The end of the womans Creation, was to help the man, Gen. 2.18. Prov. 31.12. She must do him good, and not hurt, all the dayes of his life.
patience conquers a hard heart, when contention cannot. 4. Help diligently: The end of the woman's Creation, was to help the man, Gen. 2.18. Curae 31.12. She must do him good, and not hurt, all the days of his life.
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Wives must not hinder, and consume their Husbands Estates, by prodigality, idleness, carelesness; but encrease it, by diligence in their Callings, and providence in their Families.
Wives must not hinder, and consume their Husbands Estates, by prodigality, idleness, carelessness; but increase it, by diligence in their Callings, and providence in their Families.
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The wife must help him by her prayers; Prayers are mighty helps, 2 Cor. 1.11. And by her Counsel, as Manoahs wife did him, Judg. 13.23. She must help him, by covering, not divulging his infirmities;
The wife must help him by her Prayers; Prayers Are mighty helps, 2 Cor. 1.11. And by her Counsel, as Manoahs wife did him, Judges 13.23. She must help him, by covering, not divulging his infirmities;
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a multitude of which, love will cover, 1 Pet. 4.8. 4. Fourthly, Children, do your duty. 1. Reverence Divinely.
a multitude of which, love will cover, 1 Pet. 4.8. 4. Fourthly, Children, do your duty. 1. reverence Divinely.
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Your Original, is from your Parents next to God, and to them (next to him) should your service be.
Your Original, is from your Parents next to God, and to them (next to him) should your service be.
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Love, (as water) should ascend, according as it has descended.
Love, (as water) should ascend, according as it has descended.
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Your honour is set down, as the prototype of all inferiour respects in the Fifth Commandement.
Your honour is Set down, as the prototype of all inferior respects in the Fifth Commandment.
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As God chuses to be a Husband for Love, so a Father for Honour, Mal. 1.6. Your Parents should be honoured in similitude as God, and God as your Parents. 2. Love naturally;
As God chooses to be a Husband for Love, so a Father for Honour, Malachi 1.6. Your Parents should be honoured in similitude as God, and God as your Parents. 2. Love naturally;
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they are your first selves, and therefore to be beloved even before your selves. Relations in a direct line, are all as one, Prov. 17.6.
they Are your First selves, and Therefore to be Beloved even before your selves. Relations in a Direct line, Are all as one, Curae 17.6.
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And therefore to be loved with a self-love.
And Therefore to be loved with a Self-love.
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Love ascending in a direct line, to God, Parents and Country, is so sacred, that its called Piety;
Love ascending in a Direct line, to God, Parents and Country, is so sacred, that its called Piety;
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because a duty, and to objects so sacred. 3. Obey absolutely, Col. 3.20. Children are to obey in all things, that is in the Lord, Ephes. 6.1. In all things as unto God, in nothing contrary to him.
Because a duty, and to objects so sacred. 3. Obey absolutely, Col. 3.20. Children Are to obey in all things, that is in the Lord, Ephesians 6.1. In all things as unto God, in nothing contrary to him.
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4. Requite zealously, 1 Tim. 5.4. Children are commanded to requite their Parents, (in the Original, to do the same things to them, which they have received of them) to the utmost of their power.
4. Requite zealously, 1 Tim. 5.4. Children Are commanded to requite their Parents, (in the Original, to do the same things to them, which they have received of them) to the utmost of their power.
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To withdraw from Parents, even for the worship of God, was one of the Pharisees most abominable faults, Mark 9.9, to 13. 5. Fifthly, Servants, do your duty. 1. Conscienciously;
To withdraw from Parents, even for the worship of God, was one of the Pharisees most abominable Faults, Mark 9.9, to 13. 5. Fifthly, Servants, do your duty. 1. Conscientiously;
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obey your Governours commands, for so has God commanded, Eph. 6.5. Tit. 2.9. 2. Be faithful to your Governours benefit.
obey your Governors commands, for so has God commanded, Ephesians 6.5. Tit. 2.9. 2. Be faithful to your Governors benefit.
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You must study, so to do Commands, lay out your time, contrive and order things, as may be best for their advantage, Ephes. 6.5, 6, 7, 8.
You must study, so to do Commands, lay out your time, contrive and order things, as may be best for their advantage, Ephesians 6.5, 6, 7, 8.
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Observe the Emphatical phrases, In singleness of heart, as unto Christ, not with eye service, but as the servants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart;
Observe the Emphatical phrases, In singleness of heart, as unto christ, not with eye service, but as the Servants of christ, doing the will of God from the heart;
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with good will, doing service as to the Lord, and not to man. Tit. 2.10. Servants must not purloin, but shew all good fidelity. Gen. 24.12. Servants are to pray for their Masters:with good will, doing service as to the Lord, and not to man. Tit. 2.10. Servants must not purloin, but show all good Fidis. Gen. 24.12. Servants Are to pray for their Masters:
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And vers. 33. To deny themselves for them. 3. Respect them highly: If he be a Master, he must have fear and reverence, Mal. 1.6.
And vers. 33. To deny themselves for them. 3. Respect them highly: If he be a Master, he must have Fear and Reverence, Malachi 1.6.
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1 Tim. 6.1, 2. Masters must be esteemed worthy of all honour, even the most perverse, 1 Pet. 2.18, 19, 20. Luke 17. from 7, to 10. Servants must labour, and give great respect too, while their Masters sit in ease and delight.
1 Tim. 6.1, 2. Masters must be esteemed worthy of all honour, even the most perverse, 1 Pet. 2.18, 19, 20. Lycia 17. from 7, to 10. Servants must labour, and give great respect too, while their Masters fit in ease and delight.
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And not to murmur at the dispensations of providence.
And not to murmur At the dispensations of providence.
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For servants labours are easier to their Masters, then Masters accounts are like to •e to God.
For Servants labours Are Easier to their Masters, then Masters accounts Are like to •e to God.
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To Superiours.To Superiors.
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First, Superiour, remember the account that thou must give, and the grace which thou maist act.First, Superior, Remember the account that thou must give, and the grace which thou Mayest act.
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What infinite good may Dominion and Authority do? Government is a high talent, and diligently to be improved for God.
What infinite good may Dominion and authority do? Government is a high talon, and diligently to be improved for God.
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All Governours are Shepherds, and are oft so called, and God will require his Flock at their hands.
All Governors Are Shepherd's, and Are oft so called, and God will require his Flock At their hands.
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Government is a Stewardship, and we are sure to give an account of it, Luke 16.2. Remember the tribute chou art to pay, as well as the pleasure thou receivest in Government.
Government is a Stewardship, and we Are sure to give an account of it, Lycia 16.2. remember the tribute chou art to pay, as well as the pleasure thou receivest in Government.
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Secondly, Loath Tyranny, but keep up Gravity; Rule by Scripture, reason, and affection. Rule as God doth;Secondly, Loath Tyranny, but keep up Gravity; Rule by Scripture, reason, and affection. Rule as God does;
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seeing thou rulest in his stead. Rule not furiously and madly, as Rehoboam would the Israelites, 1 King. 12.14. Rule not foolishly and weakly, as David did Abdonijah, 1 Kings 1.6. but rule as God, Hos. 11.4. with the cords of a man, with the bonds of love:
seeing thou Rulest in his stead. Rule not furiously and madly, as Rehoboam would the Israelites, 1 King. 12.14. Rule not foolishly and weakly, as David did Abdonijah, 1 Kings 1.6. but Rule as God, Hos. 11.4. with the cords of a man, with the bonds of love:
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Use not severity, while affection, reason, or Scripture can prevail. Rule not as an Executioner, but an Orator;
Use not severity, while affection, reason, or Scripture can prevail. Rule not as an Executioner, but an Orator;
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not by force of iron, but by truth;
not by force of iron, but by truth;
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but ever maintain the dignity of the place wherein, and the person for whom, thou rulest.
but ever maintain the dignity of the place wherein, and the person for whom, thou Rulest.
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Thirdly, Rule for God, if thou expectest any blessing from God. God hath made all things for himself, Prov. 16.4. We are to do all things for God's glory, 1 Cor. 10.31. All Government is for God, 2 Chron. 19.6.Thirdly, Rule for God, if thou expectest any blessing from God. God hath made all things for himself, Curae 16.4. We Are to do all things for God's glory, 1 Cor. 10.31. All Government is for God, 2 Chronicles 19.6.
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Therefore say as Josua, Chap. 24.15. As for me and my houshold, we will serve the Lord.
Therefore say as Joshua, Chap. 24.15. As for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.
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Or as David, Psal. 101.2, 3. I will in my house behave my self wisely in a perfect way;
Or as David, Psalm 101.2, 3. I will in my house behave my self wisely in a perfect Way;
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Oh, when wilt thou come unto me! All Governours are to encourage the good, and discourage the bad, 1 Pet. 2.14. and Psal. 101.6, 7. My eyes shall be for the faithful, and my face against the wicked. O, when wilt thou come unto me! All Governors Are to encourage the good, and discourage the bad, 1 Pet. 2.14. and Psalm 101.6, 7. My eyes shall be for the faithful, and my face against the wicked.
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If thou rulest not thus, expect no blessing, Prov. 3.33. the curse of the Lord is in the house of the wicked, but he blesseth the habitation of the just.
If thou Rulest not thus, expect no blessing, Curae 3.33. the curse of the Lord is in the house of the wicked, but he Blesses the habitation of the just.
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Fourthly, Labour to infuse the fear of the Lord into inferiors, if thou wouldst receive any true respect unto thy self.Fourthly, Labour to infuse the Fear of the Lord into inferiors, if thou Wouldst receive any true respect unto thy self.
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One of the great woes in this Nation, is the wickedness of Servants, and the hypocrifie of professing Inferiors, which shames all Religion.
One of the great woes in this nation, is the wickedness of Servants, and the hypocrify of professing Inferiors, which shames all Religion.
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And in truth, there can be no assurance to thee where there is no Conscience to God.
And in truth, there can be no assurance to thee where there is no Conscience to God.
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Thus therefore Abraham laboured to make his Family religious, Gen. 18.19. he commanded his children, and his servants, that they should keep the fear of the Lord.
Thus Therefore Abraham laboured to make his Family religious, Gen. 18.19. he commanded his children, and his Servants, that they should keep the Fear of the Lord.
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To instruct thy Family in Religion, is the eminent command of God, Deut. 6. from 6. to 9.
To instruct thy Family in Religion, is the eminent command of God, Deuteronomy 6. from 6. to 9.
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If God be despised, shall not man? Fifthly, Husbands do your duty. First, Love Christianity.
If God be despised, shall not man? Fifthly, Husbands do your duty. First, Love Christianity.
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The mystical representation requires this of the Husband, more than the Wise. Ephes. 5.25. Husbands must love as Christ;
The mystical representation requires this of the Husband, more than the Wise. Ephesians 5.25. Husbands must love as christ;
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Now Christ loves more than the Church: And therefore love, 1. Ʋnitedly, The Wife hath not her love, unless she hath self-love, Eph. 5.28. The Husband is to love her as his own body, ver. 33. as himself;
Now christ loves more than the Church: And Therefore love, 1. Ʋnitedly, The Wife hath not her love, unless she hath Self-love, Ephesians 5.28. The Husband is to love her as his own body, ver. 33. as himself;
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for so Christ did the Church.
for so christ did the Church.
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How little do those perform this Command, that wish, of all creatures, their Wives were farthest off?
How little do those perform this Command, that wish, of all creatures, their Wives were farthest off?
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Who feel indeed the burthen of union, but nothing else. 2. Faithfully, The want of this is bitterly complained against, Mal. 2.4. All willing turnings aside (even in thought) to another, is adultery. The jealous God hates adultery.
Who feel indeed the burden of Union, but nothing Else. 2. Faithfully, The want of this is bitterly complained against, Malachi 2.4. All willing turnings aside (even in Thought) to Another, is adultery. The jealous God hates adultery.
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3. Spiritually, Its proper for Husbands to teach their Wives in Religion, 1 Cor. 14.35.
3. Spiritually, Its proper for Husbands to teach their Wives in Religion, 1 Cor. 14.35.
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If thou hast a care of thine own soul, thou must needs then have of hers; she is thy self.
If thou hast a care of thine own soul, thou must needs then have of hers; she is thy self.
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If Christ gave his life for his Church, so must thou to save thy Wives soul in thy capacity.
If christ gave his life for his Church, so must thou to save thy Wives soul in thy capacity.
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4. Ardently, Surely they do so, who according to Scripture-rule, and Christs example, love them as themselves;
4. Ardently, Surely they do so, who according to Scriptural rule, and Christ Exampl, love them as themselves;
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lay down their lives, and leave all for them.
lay down their lives, and leave all for them.
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How little is there of this love in the world, when of all persons, Wives are frequently the most hated? Secondly, Direct carefully, Ephes. 5.23. The Husband is the head of the Wife, therefore to take care how to direct and command her. 1 Pet. 3.7.
How little is there of this love in the world, when of all Persons, Wives Are frequently the most hated? Secondly, Direct carefully, Ephesians 5.23. The Husband is the head of the Wife, Therefore to take care how to Direct and command her. 1 Pet. 3.7.
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They are to dwell with them according to knowledge.
They Are to dwell with them according to knowledge.
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How wretched is that state, when there is no care or ability for this in Husbands?
How wretched is that state, when there is no care or ability for this in Husbands?
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Husbands are carefully to direct their Wives to the best ends; and the best means unto those ends.
Husbands Are carefully to Direct their Wives to the best ends; and the best means unto those ends.
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Thirdly, Bear pittyingly, 1 Pet. 3 7. Husbands are to give them all honour, as to the weaker vessel;
Thirdly, Bear pittyingly, 1 Pet. 3 7. Husbands Are to give them all honour, as to the Weaker vessel;
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to deal gently with them, to consider their weaknesses, and to allow for it, as we use to do to sick or distracted persons. Col. 3.19. They are not to be bitter against them. Oh the excellency of Scripture!
to deal gently with them, to Consider their Weaknesses, and to allow for it, as we use to do to sick or distracted Persons. Col. 3.19. They Are not to be bitter against them. O the excellency of Scripture!
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which meets with the most usual sins, and enjoyns the most necessary duties. Fourthly, Provide affectionately, as you do for your own bodies. Ephes. 5.29. for so Christ nourisheth and cherisheth his Church.
which meets with the most usual Sins, and enjoins the most necessary duties. Fourthly, Provide affectionately, as you do for your own bodies. Ephesians 5.29. for so christ Nourishes and Cherishes his Church.
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How wretchedly do many Husbands, who take no more care of Wives then of Dogs? Nay, not so much.
How wretchedly do many Husbands, who take no more care of Wives then of Dogs? Nay, not so much.
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How many grudg them every thing but sorrow? Sixthly, Parents, do your duty. Oh that they would!
How many grudge them every thing but sorrow? Sixthly, Parents, do your duty. O that they would!
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then would the world be happy, then would the Church and the Kingdom of Heaven be filled.
then would the world be happy, then would the Church and the Kingdom of Heaven be filled.
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By ill education, next Original corruption, doth the world become a Hell. But, 1. Educate Religiously, Ephes. 6.4. Bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.
By ill education, next Original corruption, does the world become a Hell. But, 1. Educate Religiously, Ephesians 6.4. Bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.
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Nurse their souls with Religion, as their bodies with food. Pray for them, and with them. Catechize them;
Nurse their Souls with Religion, as their bodies with food. Pray for them, and with them. Catechise them;
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teach them to read and hear;
teach them to read and hear;
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teach them, as thou sittest by the fire, by the walls of thy house, as thou liest down,
teach them, as thou Sittest by the fire, by the walls of thy house, as thou liest down,
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and rifest up, Deut. 4.9, 10.
and rifest up, Deuteronomy 4.9, 10.
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For the Lords sake, and your souls sake, and the souls of your Children, lead them not the way to Hell, but Heaven.
For the lords sake, and your Souls sake, and the Souls of your Children, led them not the Way to Hell, but Heaven.
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2. Rule prudently, Ephes. 6. the beginning of the 4. Verse, Provoke them not to wrath.
2. Rule prudently, Ephesians 6. the beginning of the 4. Verse, Provoke them not to wrath.
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Give correction only when 'tis necessary; and never be out-braved with children when it comes to a contest, Prov. 13.24. Prov. 22.15. Prov. 23.14.
Give correction only when it's necessary; and never be outbraved with children when it comes to a contest, Curae 13.24. Curae 22.15. Curae 23.14.
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That thou maist rule prudently, take these Directions. 1. Begin education early. 2. Keep thy child well employed. 3. Keep him from bad company. 4. Be ever dropping into him reason, religion,
That thou Mayest Rule prudently, take these Directions. 1. Begin education early. 2. Keep thy child well employed. 3. Keep him from bad company. 4. Be ever dropping into him reason, Religion,
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and thy affection. 5. Lay no intolerable burden upon him. 6. Wink at small faults. 7. Ever labour to convince, before thou strikest.
and thy affection. 5. Lay no intolerable burden upon him. 6. Wink At small Faults. 7. Ever labour to convince, before thou strikest.
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8. Never cease convincing, or correcting, till thou hast subdued his spirit, if he contends with thee. 9. Never chide,
8. Never cease convincing, or correcting, till thou hast subdued his Spirit, if he contends with thee. 9. Never chide,
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or correct, without, or above due desert. 10. Be just in all thy words and acts towards him. 11. Be sure to give a good example.
or correct, without, or above due desert. 10. Be just in all thy words and acts towards him. 11. Be sure to give a good Exampl.
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3. Provide comfortably, and that in all respects; Especially, Callings, Matches, Portions. Callings. An idle man is an out-law from Gods Kingdom.
3. Provide comfortably, and that in all respects; Especially, Callings, Matches, Portions. Callings. an idle man is an outlaw from God's Kingdom.
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Bring him up in a Calling, or thou wilt not do it in the admonition of the Lord.
Bring him up in a Calling, or thou wilt not do it in the admonition of the Lord.
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Every one by the fourth Commandment, must have something to do for six days in the week, beside to worship God. Matches, 1 Cor. 7.38.
Every one by the fourth Commandment, must have something to do for six days in the Week, beside to worship God. Matches, 1 Cor. 7.38.
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the Father is to dispose of the Virgin (as that place is generally interpreted:) and herein take the most curious care, next the salvation of thy Soul. Portions, 2 Cor. 12.14. Parents are to lay up for their Children. 1 Tim. 5.8. He's worse than an infidel, that doth not provide for them of his own house.
the Father is to dispose of the Virgae (as that place is generally interpreted:) and herein take the most curious care, next the salvation of thy Soul. Portions, 2 Cor. 12.14. Parents Are to lay up for their Children. 1 Tim. 5.8. He's Worse than an infidel, that does not provide for them of his own house.
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How many idle, and drunken infidels there are in the world? 7thly. Lastly, Masters, do your duty. 1. Love your servants. Consider, 1 Tim. 5.8.
How many idle, and drunken Infidels there Are in the world? 7thly. Lastly, Masters, do your duty. 1. Love your Servants. Consider, 1 Tim. 5.8.
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whoever is of thy house, thou must take care for them. Shew this in the care, both of their souls and bodies.
whoever is of thy house, thou must take care for them. Show this in the care, both of their Souls and bodies.
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Of their souls. Servants use to partake of their Masters Religion. Abraham circumcised all the Males of his houshold, Gen. 17.27.
Of their Souls. Servants use to partake of their Masters Religion. Abraham circumcised all the Males of his household, Gen. 17.27.
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And in the New Testament, men and their houshould were baptized together All the houshold eat the passeover together.
And in the New Testament, men and their household were baptised together All the household eat the passover together.
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And so their bodies. Servants are next to kindred.
And so their bodies. Servants Are next to kindred.
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Eliezer was to have been Abrahams heir, if he had had none of his own loyns. Eliezer was to have been Abrahams heir, if he had had none of his own loins.
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2. Use them as you would be used, if you were in their case. Ephes. 6.9. You are to be as faithful to Servants, as Servants are to be to you, doing the same thing to them. Col. 4.1.
2. Use them as you would be used, if you were in their case. Ephesians 6.9. You Are to be as faithful to Servants, as Servants Are to be to you, doing the same thing to them. Col. 4.1.
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As you would have God use you, do you use them.
As you would have God use you, do you use them.
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Give them such comfortable food, wages, lodging, cloaths, as you can with reason wish to your selves in their case;
Give them such comfortable food, wages, lodging, clothes, as you can with reason wish to your selves in their case;
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and lay no intollerable burden or correction on them Use their time and strength, but leave them health for body, and time for soul; and comfort in both.
and lay no intolerable burden or correction on them Use their time and strength, but leave them health for body, and time for soul; and Comfort in both.
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I charge Husbands and Wives, Parents and Children, Masters and Servants, to lay these duties home unto their Consciences,
I charge Husbands and Wives, Parents and Children, Masters and Servants, to lay these duties home unto their Consciences,
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and give them authority over their lives;
and give them Authority over their lives;
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as they desire to appear and meet me with comfort at the great day of recompences from the Lord.
as they desire to appear and meet me with Comfort At the great day of recompenses from the Lord.
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The XIII. and XIV. SERMONS. IN my course propounded, now I was to speak to you all in general Exhortations;
The XIII. and XIV. SERMONS. IN my course propounded, now I was to speak to you all in general Exhortations;
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to which I had designed this whole day, and the next day for the other part of the Valediction, viz. Benediction or Blessing;
to which I had designed this Whole day, and the next day for the other part of the Valediction, viz. Benediction or Blessing;
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but finding this week, by those that have judgement in the Law, that I have no more Sabbaths allowed me but this, I must contract my intentious for both dayes into this one, and last.
but finding this Week, by those that have judgement in the Law, that I have no more Sabbaths allowed me but this, I must contract my intentious for both days into this one, and last.
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I shall (first) therefore speak a few words more unto you; and then conclude with my hearty desires of a blessing on you. First, See;
I shall (First) Therefore speak a few words more unto you; and then conclude with my hearty Desires of a blessing on you. First, See;
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days of grace have their last; sins have oft a slow, but ever a sure account.
days of grace have their last; Sins have oft a slow, but ever a sure account.
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There is a time when God will suffer my preaching, and your hearing conjunct no more.
There is a time when God will suffer my preaching, and your hearing conjunct no more.
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The day long threatned is no come. Now we must reap the fruits of our vain attendances.
The day long threatened is not come. Now we must reap the fruits of our vain attendances.
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So will it be with all our sins, with all our joys; Vengeance will have its day, joy will have its night.
So will it be with all our Sins, with all our Joys; Vengeance will have its day, joy will have its night.
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Secondly, Lets heartily bless the Lord, for near these sixteen Years freedom in sacred Ordinances:Secondly, Lets heartily bless the Lord, for near these sixteen years freedom in sacred Ordinances:
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We have had such plenty of Manna, as scarce has been any where, since God created man on earth.
We have had such plenty of Manna, as scarce has been any where, since God created man on earth.
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Oh! if thousands of others had seen the dayes we have seen, what joy would they have had, what improvement would they have made? Let us bless God for the clearness,
Oh! if thousands of Others had seen the days we have seen, what joy would they have had, what improvement would they have made? Let us bless God for the clearness,
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and vehemency, and constancy his Word. For our eminent Fasts, wherein no sedition was sown; Our serious Sacraments, our frequent (yea, more then ordinary) Expositions:
and vehemency, and constancy his Word. For our eminent Fasts, wherein no sedition was sown; Our serious Sacraments, our frequent (yea, more then ordinary) Expositions:
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Our private, enlivening conferences, these must be reckoned for, in the day of recompences.
Our private, enlivening conferences, these must be reckoned for, in the day of recompenses.
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Of several perswasions there have been a few, that have (all or most) this time turned their backs upon all these publick Ordinances:
Of several persuasions there have been a few, that have (all or most) this time turned their backs upon all these public Ordinances:
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The Lord lay it not to their charge in the great day.
The Lord lay it not to their charge in the great day.
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If these mens souls have not obtained saving faith all this time, what answer will they give,
If these men's Souls have not obtained Saving faith all this time, what answer will they give,
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for their so long neglect of the means thereof? I am as sure to have these opportunities mentioned in Eternity, with joy or sorrow,
for their so long neglect of the means thereof? I am as sure to have these opportunities mentioned in Eternity, with joy or sorrow,
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as I have ever seen the Sun to thine. Acknowledge this mercy now with thankfulness, that you may not then with dreadfulness.
as I have ever seen the Sun to thine. Acknowledge this mercy now with thankfulness, that you may not then with dreadfulness.
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Thirdly, Let me beseech you not to depart from the Truths you have received. I may say as Paul. Gal. 1.9. If any man preach any other Gospel to you than that you have received, let him be accursed. Thirdly, Let me beseech you not to depart from the Truths you have received. I may say as Paul. Gal. 1.9. If any man preach any other Gospel to you than that you have received, let him be accursed.
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I do not say, any will, but they may; I say not, small controversial matters, but Doctrines of Faith and Repentance.
I do not say, any will, but they may; I say not, small controversial matters, but Doctrines of Faith and Repentance.
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If any come to wound profession of Religion, scoss at the Spirit, or labour to turn people to Irreligion and Prophaneness;
If any come to wound profession of Religion, scoss At the Spirit, or labour to turn people to Irreligion and Profaneness;
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know that man is a messenger of Satan, and not of God. Take heed of Antinomian, and Arminian Doctrines, leaving the soul in the filth of Hell, or the impotency thereof;
know that man is a Messenger of Satan, and not of God. Take heed of Antinomian, and Arminian Doctrines, leaving the soul in the filth of Hell, or the impotency thereof;
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making Christ the pander of sin, or man the saviour of the soul.
making christ the pander of since, or man the Saviour of the soul.
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Never cease total dependance on the Grace of Christ, nor strictest diligence in the wayes of Holiness.
Never cease total dependence on the Grace of christ, nor Strictest diligence in the ways of Holiness.
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The longer you live, the more you will find, we have no Might, but must ever watch and exercise in Divine strength and hope.
The longer you live, the more you will find, we have no Might, but must ever watch and exercise in Divine strength and hope.
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I may say as the Apostle John 1 Joh 2.24.25. this has been my Doctrin from my first until now.
I may say as the Apostle John 1 John 2.24.25. this has been my Doctrine from my First until now.
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Fourthly, If any of you desire to know the old Doctrines you have received, there are means for you to have them.Fourthly, If any of you desire to know the old Doctrines you have received, there Are means for you to have them.
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There's a Catechise you may have, & Sermons; May be you may desire on such, and such Doctrines;
There's a Catechise you may have, & Sermons; May be you may desire on such, and such Doctrines;
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There are those that have the heads of all I have delivered unto you, where you may fetch them.
There Are those that have the Heads of all I have Delivered unto you, where you may fetch them.
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You may have the Bulk, and God may send you the Spirit.
You may have the Bulk, and God may send you the Spirit.
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I speak not to those that scorn me and my endeavours, but to those that value them.
I speak not to those that scorn me and my endeavours, but to those that valve them.
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The world is full of Books, and I am conscious of a great deal of imperfections, else my zeal had made me Print something, for my Memorial to you.
The world is full of Books, and I am conscious of a great deal of imperfections, Else my zeal had made me Print something, for my Memorial to you.
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Fifthly, Oh! let Professors study to honour God. Let me say as Paul, Phil. 4.8. And oh!Fifthly, Oh! let Professors study to honour God. Let me say as Paul, Philip 4.8. And o!
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that I had reason to say all the ninth Verse.
that I had reason to say all the ninth Verse.
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But remember, I go away with a very deep sense, that we have very much dishonoured God:
But Remember, I go away with a very deep sense, that we have very much dishonoured God:
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Oh! that inward Integrity, outward Impartiality, Gravity, Beauty, and Goodness, may henceforth shine in the Professors of this place.
Oh! that inward Integrity, outward Impartiality, Gravity, Beauty, and goodness, may henceforth shine in the Professors of this place.
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The want of this, is my wound I depart withal. Sixthly, Own God in your Families.
The want of this, is my wound I depart withal. Sixthly, Own God in your Families.
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Let him have a Church there: breed not up Heathens for the fire of Hell: if thou hast we Family-prayer, expect no Family-blessing.
Let him have a Church there: breed not up heathens for the fire of Hell: if thou hast we Family prayer, expect no Family-blessing.
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Live as those that know there is a God and would have him to be their Friend.
Live as those that know there is a God and would have him to be their Friend.
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Hast no care of Servants souls? It's a sign God has no saving care of thine.
Hast no care of Servants Souls? It's a Signen God has no Saving care of thine.
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Seventhly, Remember to tanctifie the Sabbath: Satan hath a great design to destroy Sabbaths, knowing them the Marts of Holiness.Seventhly, remember to tanctifie the Sabbath: Satan hath a great Design to destroy Sabbaths, knowing them the Marts of Holiness.
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The sanctification of this day, and all Religion, rises & falls together: Breed not up thy Children in Sabbath-breaking;
The sanctification of this day, and all Religion, rises & falls together: Breed not up thy Children in Sabbath-breaking;
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if thou do'st, thou wilt find them Heart-breaking. Hast no care of God 's Sabbaths here 〈 ◊ 〉 a thousand to one,
if thou dost, thou wilt find them Heartbreaking. Hast no care of God is Sabbaths Here 〈 ◊ 〉 a thousand to one,
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if ever thou seest a Sabbath in Eternity: Behold the promises, Isa. 56. from 4. to 7. Isa 58. latter end.
if ever thou See a Sabbath in Eternity: Behold the promises, Isaiah 56. from 4. to 7. Isaiah 58. latter end.
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If God's Sabbaths 〈 ◊ 〉 the day's of thy carnal pleasure, thy pain will be in the day of Sabbath.
If God's Sabbaths 〈 ◊ 〉 the day's of thy carnal pleasure, thy pain will be in the day of Sabbath.
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If thy gates be open on the Sabbath to prophaneess, at those gates goes out blessings, and comes in curses.
If thy gates be open on the Sabbath to prophaneess, At those gates Goes out blessings, and comes in curses.
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If any teach otherwise, I charge you, receive not their doctrins;
If any teach otherwise, I charge you, receive not their doctrines;
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dost thou practice what they profess, all the Apostles did? And let God have the day which he hath called by his own Name, Rev 1.10. Eighthly, Let none be zealous for prophaneness, or perfecution.
dost thou practice what they profess, all the Apostles did? And let God have the day which he hath called by his own Name, Rev 1.10. Eighthly, Let none be zealous for profaneness, or persecution.
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Remember, I say not persecution is coming, but it may come before all your heads be in the grave:
remember, I say not persecution is coming, but it may come before all your Heads be in the grave:
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We know not what our sins may bring forth in a day, we have had many great changes on a suddain.
We know not what our Sins may bring forth in a day, we have had many great changes on a sudden.
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Take heed of being haters of the holy Spirit, and fighters against the God of Glory.
Take heed of being haters of the holy Spirit, and fighters against the God of Glory.
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Young men be not mad against God, at whose indgement Seat you must one day stand:
Young men be not mad against God, At whose judgement Seat you must one day stand:
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Have some respect now, that he may have mercy then. If you will damn you own souls, hate not them that would save theirs;
Have Some respect now, that he may have mercy then. If you will damn you own Souls, hate not them that would save theirs;
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Let me rather be disobedient against God, than a murtherer of him. Hear the voice to Saul, Acts 9.5. I am he whom thou persecutest;
Let me rather be disobedient against God, than a murderer of him. Hear the voice to Saul, Acts 9.5. I am he whom thou Persecutest;
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it's hard for thee to kick against the pricks. I speak this for your sakes, not the persecuted.it's hard for thee to kick against the pricks. I speak this for your sakes, not the persecuted.
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How would the noise of Mells riot, and persecution, wound me afar off? Ninthly Get all good from, & shew all duty to, him that follows:
How would the noise of Mells riot, and persecution, wound me afar off? Ninthly Get all good from, & show all duty to, him that follows:
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Oh! that his care, affection, piety, and ability, might make me to be forgotten by you.
Oh! that his care, affection, piety, and ability, might make me to be forgotten by you.
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But if he should be weak or evil, yet while he preaches Truth, while he lits in Moses Chair, hear him seriously,
But if he should be weak or evil, yet while he Preaches Truth, while he lits in Moses Chair, hear him seriously,
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and carry, your selves towards him, as becomes a people to their Minister.
and carry, your selves towards him, as becomes a people to their Minister.
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If any of you remember me with affection, let not that hinder your edification by him, or your respects towards him. Tenthly, Study Peace:
If any of you Remember me with affection, let not that hinder your edification by him, or your respects towards him. Tenthly, Study Peace:
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There's no question, but non-Conformists shall be esteemed Rebels, and Authority moved to use them as such.
There's no question, but Nonconformists shall be esteemed Rebels, and authority moved to use them as such.
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I have sate down, and counted my cost aforehand, and do assure you, nothing but the fear of the wrath of the Eternal God, (which none can endure) could have caused me to refuse active obedience to the commands of Authority,
I have sat down, and counted my cost aforehand, and do assure you, nothing but the Fear of the wrath of the Eternal God, (which none can endure) could have caused me to refuse active Obedience to the commands of authority,
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and have forsaken you, and my publick Ministry. But whatsoever be the censure of Authority upon us;
and have forsaken you, and my public Ministry. But whatsoever be the censure of authority upon us;
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I beseech all men, by the Name of the Lord Jesus, and his second coming, that they think of nothing, but patience and prayer;
I beseech all men, by the Name of the Lord jesus, and his second coming, that they think of nothing, but patience and prayer;
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and I profess before the Lord, and you, all the Nonconformists of my acquaintance, are of the same profession,
and I profess before the Lord, and you, all the nonconformists of my acquaintance, Are of the same profession,
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even those that had some hand in the last, never intend to meddle with war more.
even those that had Some hand in the last, never intend to meddle with war more.
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It's a horrid scandal to Religion; it's a remedie worse then the disease, the cure will be worse then the Malady.
It's a horrid scandal to Religion; it's a remedy Worse then the disease, the cure will be Worse then the Malady.
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Either thou sufferest conscienciously, or not; if not, there's no reason to add rebellion to disobedience;
Either thou sufferest conscientiously, or not; if not, there's no reason to add rebellion to disobedience;
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If thou dost, thou hast no reason to lose all the reward of thy patience. If thou avengest thy self, thou hast lost all thy gain, and reward from God.
If thou dost, thou hast no reason to loose all the reward of thy patience. If thou avengest thy self, thou hast lost all thy gain, and reward from God.
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No, study in other things, to be so much the more obedient, by how much the less thou art able in some particulars actively to obey:
No, study in other things, to be so much the more obedient, by how much the less thou art able in Some particulars actively to obey:
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Shew a spirit of obedience, in the excellency, of Love and Patience:
Show a Spirit of Obedience, in the excellency, of Love and Patience:
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I hope, I shall never hear of any of this place, take parts in any Tumults, Seditions, or Insurrections.
I hope, I shall never hear of any of this place, take parts in any Tumults, Seditions, or Insurrections.
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In the Eleventh place, Learn how to behave your selves, in the day of Jacob's troubles.
In the Eleventh place, Learn how to behave your selves, in the day of Jacob's Troubles.
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Now we have all peace, (yet as I said) we know not what may befal us before we die,
Now we have all peace, (yet as I said) we know not what may befall us before we die,
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when I shall not be here to advise you;
when I shall not be Here to Advice you;
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and having had the charge of your souls, and for ever wishing them well, I am 〈 ◊ 〉 to advise you,
and having had the charge of your Souls, and for ever wishing them well, I am 〈 ◊ 〉 to Advice you,
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when ever such a time shall come.
when ever such a time shall come.
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1. Have the mark of mourners on your foreheads, Ezek. 9.4, 5, 6. Let not God see that you care neither for your sins, his wrath, nor the Churches misery.
1. Have the mark of mourners on your foreheads, Ezekiel 9.4, 5, 6. Let not God see that you care neither for your Sins, his wrath, nor the Churches misery.
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If the sins of a Nation be nothing to thee, the judgement of a Nation shall be something.
If the Sins of a nation be nothing to thee, the judgement of a nation shall be something.
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Either mourn for sin, or for wee, which thou wilt.
Either mourn for since, or for we, which thou wilt.
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Do thou mourn for the sins that the Nations rejoyce in, and let it appear, that thou art a mourner, that the Angels may see it:
Do thou mourn for the Sins that the nations rejoice in, and let it appear, that thou art a mourner, that the Angels may see it:
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Who knows not, that the heart by rejoycing in sin, Acts it over again everyday?
Who knows not, that the heart by rejoicing in since, Acts it over again everyday?
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2. Keep thy self pure from the reigning sins of the times. I speak not of any particular time, but when-ever God is angry with his Church.
2. Keep thy self pure from the reigning Sins of the times. I speak not of any particular time, but whenever God is angry with his Church.
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Consider, what are the sins of the times, if ever there be Prophaneness, Superstition, Impurity, Malice against Religion, Sensuality,
Consider, what Are the Sins of the times, if ever there be Profaneness, Superstition, Impurity, Malice against Religion, Sensuality,
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or Impenitency, touch it not, Rev. 18.4. The condition of God's Covenant, is entayled on this purity, 2 Cor. 6.14. 3. Feel the sorrows of the Church.
or Impenitency, touch it not, Rev. 18.4. The condition of God's Covenant, is entailed on this purity, 2 Cor. 6.14. 3. Feel the sorrows of the Church.
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If the Church be nothing to thee, Christ is nothing to thee, and thou art nothing but an enemy to Christ.
If the Church be nothing to thee, christ is nothing to thee, and thou art nothing but an enemy to christ.
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If thou dost not gather with him, thou scatterest. If thou feelest not the Churches pain, thou hast none of the Churches Spirit.
If thou dost not gather with him, thou scatterest. If thou Feel not the Churches pain, thou hast none of the Churches Spirit.
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Woe is to all such, Amos 6, 3, 4, 5, 6. Remember the tryal of the last day, Mat. 25. Is according as thou hast sympathized with the afflicted Church.
Woe is to all such, Amos 6, 3, 4, 5, 6. remember the trial of the last day, Mathew 25. Is according as thou hast sympathized with the afflicted Church.
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The love of the Brethren, is the mark of passing from death to life, 1 Joh. 3.14. and ver. 5, 6. We are so to love, as to lay down our lives for them:
The love of the Brothers, is the mark of passing from death to life, 1 John 3.14. and for. 5, 6. We Are so to love, as to lay down our lives for them:
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Nothing so dear, but should be sacrificed for the Church. 4. Give God no rest day nor night, until he have mercy on his people.
Nothing so dear, but should be sacrificed for the Church. 4. Give God no rest day nor night, until he have mercy on his people.
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We shall find indeed, that prayers and tears are the Churches best weapons. And canst thou pray, and forget the Israel of God?
We shall find indeed, that Prayers and tears Are the Churches best weapons. And Canst thou pray, and forget the Israel of God?
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This is exprest, Isa. 62.6, 7. Oh bless the Lord for the liberty of Prayer! it is the Kingdom of Heaven descended in the midst of misery.
This is expressed, Isaiah 62.6, 7. O bless the Lord for the liberty of Prayer! it is the Kingdom of Heaven descended in the midst of misery.
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In such cases, put on the spirit of the Psalmist, Psal. 137.1. to 6. Great encouragement there is from Luke 18. from 1. to 8.
In such cases, put on the Spirit of the Psalmist, Psalm 137.1. to 6. Great encouragement there is from Lycia 18. from 1. to 8.
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How is God pleased to see prayer, love and zeal, in wrestling for his Church?
How is God pleased to see prayer, love and zeal, in wrestling for his Church?
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He that can be quiet when the Church is in misery, hath removed himself from the Churches lot and society.
He that can be quiet when the Church is in misery, hath removed himself from the Churches lot and society.
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Art thou content to have no part with her hereafter? Lastly, Oh be all of you truly wise!
Art thou content to have no part with her hereafter? Lastly, O be all of you truly wise!
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Once more receive a few councels from me (which indeed contain the substance of the greatest wisdom in the world ) which I am heartily willing to leave with you.
Once more receive a few Counsels from me (which indeed contain the substance of the greatest Wisdom in the world) which I am heartily willing to leave with you.
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I pray get these by heart, or have them wrote before you. First, View truth. Lose not willingly, the sight of divine beauty, the glory of the true world. Bury not thy self alive; let not Satan rule thee.
I pray get these by heart, or have them wrote before you. First, View truth. Loose not willingly, the sighed of divine beauty, the glory of the true world. Bury not thy self alive; let not Satan Rule thee.
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Therefore, think, read, hear, that thou maist see the light, behold its beauty, taste its pleasures:
Therefore, think, read, hear, that thou Mayest see the Light, behold its beauty, taste its pleasures:
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Darkness is the world contrary to Heaven: Oh! arise from it. Secondly, Follow light. Or be so miserable, that infiniteness can't help thee.
Darkness is the world contrary to Heaven: Oh! arise from it. Secondly, Follow Light. Or be so miserable, that infiniteness can't help thee.
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If thou disobeyest conscience, thou runnest upon the sword of woe inevitably.
If thou disobeyest conscience, thou runnest upon the sword of woe inevitably.
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Thirdly, Know, the fellowship of the flesh, the world, and the devil, will be only bitterness in the end.Thirdly, Know, the fellowship of the Flesh, the world, and the Devil, will be only bitterness in the end.
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So much as thy spirit is tainted with, and steered by, these thy enemies, thou art the further from the fountain of joy.
So much as thy Spirit is tainted with, and steered by, these thy enemies, thou art the further from the fountain of joy.
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Live crucifying of these, or thou wilt be crucified by them.
Live crucifying of these, or thou wilt be Crucified by them.
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If flesh pleasing be not thy afrightment, and self-denial thy delight, thou art out of the Convoy of eternal blessedness.
If Flesh pleasing be not thy affrightment, and self-denial thy delight, thou art out of the Convoy of Eternal blessedness.
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These will be ever tempting, ever know their ends. Fourthly, Live in sight and dependance, upon the Father, Son and Spirit.
These will be ever tempting, ever know their ends. Fourthly, Live in sighed and dependence, upon the Father, Son and Spirit.
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See him continually, if thou wilt be happy, and depend only on him. Live by faith on the Father, for giving; the Son for conveyance;
See him continually, if thou wilt be happy, and depend only on him. Live by faith on the Father, for giving; the Son for conveyance;
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the holy Ghost for applying all things to thee. Fifthly, Live in good air; resist full temptations.
the holy Ghost for applying all things to thee. Fifthly, Live in good air; resist full temptations.
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A soul in evil company, is either in Hell, or will go thither. (There is nothing more healthful then the air we live in.) Grace can't there grow; sin will there besmear thee.
A soul in evil company, is either in Hell, or will go thither. (There is nothing more healthful then the air we live in.) Grace can't there grow; since will there besmear thee.
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Either thy nature will part God and thee, or God and evil company.
Either thy nature will part God and thee, or God and evil company.
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If thou watchest not first beginnings, all thy vows, covenants and resolutions, he but as dew before the Sun.
If thou watchest not First beginnings, all thy vows, Covenants and resolutions, he but as due before the Sun.
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Sixthly, Exchange temporal joy, for eternal; the world will leave thee; its gloss will soon be gone;Sixthly, Exchange temporal joy, for Eternal; the world will leave thee; its gloss will soon be gone;
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therefore change it for Heavens glory. 1. By daily Mortification. 2. Diligence for Edification. 3. Readiness for Testification.
Therefore change it for Heavens glory. 1. By daily Mortification. 2. Diligence for Edification. 3. Readiness for Testification.
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Change earthly fruitions, by trading for heavenly, make good friends of unrighteous Mammon. Seventhly, Fill thy self with Religions pleasures; expect, & overlook its labours. Oh! be truly voluptuous;
Change earthly fruitions, by trading for heavenly, make good Friends of unrighteous Mammon. Seventhly, Fill thy self with Religions pleasures; expect, & overlook its labours. Oh! be truly voluptuous;
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let God, Heaven, and the spirit of Grace feast thy soul continually. Let Religions sweat-meats, and beauty, banish pain and labours.
let God, Heaven, and the Spirit of Grace feast thy soul continually. Let Religions sweatmeats, and beauty, banish pain and labours.
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Eighthly, If thou lovest life, let death dwel in thy eye. None are wise but these, and all are according to this.Eighthly, If thou Lovest life, let death dwell in thy eye. None Are wise but these, and all Are according to this.
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This is temptations water, Religions bellows: It's necessity will make thee happy.
This is temptations water, Religions bellows: It's necessity will make thee happy.
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Ninethly, Conform solemnly to the •earms of Salvation, viz. Impartial dependance, and attendance on the Lord Jesus Christ. Wait for Might from him; watch for, act to him.Ninthly, Conform solemnly to the •earms of Salvation, viz. Impartial dependence, and attendance on the Lord jesus christ. Wait for Might from him; watch for, act to him.
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Lastly, Be resolute, never to depart from Faith and Holiness, let the issue and event be what ever it will;Lastly, Be resolute, never to depart from Faith and Holiness, let the issue and event be what ever it will;
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On these two hang the two Testaments, depart not from them; Heaven and Earth shall fall, before they fail.
On these two hang the two Testaments, depart not from them; Heaven and Earth shall fallen, before they fail.
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If thou be'st unholy, thou throwest away the whole world; if unbelieving, thou throwest away thy self for ever.
If thou Best unholy, thou throwest away the Whole world; if unbelieving, thou throwest away thy self for ever.
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Holiness is the foundation of all things; Faith unites thee to the spring of all things.
Holiness is the Foundation of all things; Faith unites thee to the spring of all things.
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All is but a lie that tempts thee from it, and so thou wilt surely find it.
All is but a lie that tempts thee from it, and so thou wilt surely find it.
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