A cordial for Christians traveling heavenward being the substance of some sermons upon the eight chapter of Paul's Epistle to the Romans / preached in the city of Edinburgh by a minister of the Gospel there.
This being a comfortable Conclusion from the Premisses, in the preceeding part of this Epistle, Viz. ' That there is no condemnation to the Believer that ' is in Christ;
This being a comfortable Conclusion from the Premises, in the preceding part of this Epistle, Viz. ' That there is no condemnation to the Believer that ' is in christ;
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As to the First, When the Apostle says, there is no Condemnation, his meaning is, 1st, That the Law does not condemn the Believer. 2ly. That the Believers Conscience cannot warrantably condemn him. And 3ly. By these Words, he assures us, that the Judge will never condemn Believers in Christ. For the 2d. Thing, The certain Grounds of the Believers Freedom from condemnation are these. 1st Ground, is the Covenant of God, made with Abraham, and his Spiritual Seed, to which God interposed his Oath, to be their God.
As to the First, When the Apostle Says, there is no Condemnation, his meaning is, 1st, That the Law does not condemn the Believer. 2ly. That the Believers Conscience cannot warrantably condemn him. And 3ly. By these Words, he assures us, that the Judge will never condemn Believers in christ. For the 2d. Thing, The certain Grounds of the Believers Freedom from condemnation Are these. 1st Ground, is the Covenant of God, made with Abraham, and his Spiritual Seed, to which God interposed his Oath, to be their God.
and therefore they must go to Heaven, and cannot be condemned to go to Hell. 2d. Ground of their freedom from Condemnation, is their freedom from the Law;
and Therefore they must go to Heaven, and cannot be condemned to go to Hell. 2d. Ground of their freedom from Condemnation, is their freedom from the Law;
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Believers are not under the Law, but under Grace, Rom. 6 They are married to Christ and so are not under the Dominion of their old Husband the Law, They are not under the Law as an Covenant,
Believers Are not under the Law, but under Grace, Rom. 6 They Are married to christ and so Are not under the Dominion of their old Husband the Law, They Are not under the Law as an Covenant,
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if you consider the expiatory Vertue thereof: which expiatory Vertue, is evinced from these few Considerations, 1st. Consider the infinitely wise God chose this Sacrifice, to expiate the Sins of Believers, Heb. 10.5. 2ly. He accepted of this Sacrifice, as a proper and effectual Mean to produce this end, Eph. 5.2. 3ly. This Sacrifice had an Intrinsick Worth in it, and was spotless. 4ly. It was offered up by the Heavenly-Fire of the Eternal Spirit, Heb. 9.14. 5ly. The Offerer was the High-Priest of the New Testament himself, inaugurate in his Office by God himself, Heb. 7.21. 6ly. The Sufferings he was put to, by being thus a Sacrifice, were the accomplishments of the Commination of the Law.
if you Consider the expiatory Virtue thereof: which expiatory Virtue, is evinced from these few Considerations, 1st. Consider the infinitely wise God chosen this Sacrifice, to expiate the Sins of Believers, Hebrew 10.5. 2ly. He accepted of this Sacrifice, as a proper and effectual Mean to produce this end, Ephesians 5.2. 3ly. This Sacrifice had an Intrinsic Worth in it, and was spotless. 4ly. It was offered up by the Heavenly-Fire of the Eternal Spirit, Hebrew 9.14. 5ly. The Offerer was the High-Priest of the New Testament himself, inaugurate in his Office by God himself, Hebrew 7.21. 6ly. The Sufferings he was put to, by being thus a Sacrifice, were the accomplishments of the Commination of the Law.
and Heb. 1. and 3. A 5th. Ground of Certainty of the Believers freedom, is, the promulgate Gospel, which plainly asserts, that the Believer is not condemned, John 3.18. and 5.24.
and Hebrew 1. and 3. A 5th. Ground of Certainty of the Believers freedom, is, the promulgate Gospel, which plainly asserts, that the Believer is not condemned, John 3.18. and 5.24.
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And this Truth of the Gospel is confirmed by external Miracles, and by the Internal Operations of the Spirit of God. A 6th. Ground is, the Priviledges that this Gospel declares, are conferred on Believers, as 1st. The Priviledge of Justification, and that secures the Believer from Condemnation; 1st.
And this Truth of the Gospel is confirmed by external Miracles, and by the Internal Operations of the Spirit of God. A 6th. Ground is, the Privileges that this Gospel declares, Are conferred on Believers, as 1st. The Privilege of Justification, and that secures the Believer from Condemnation; 1st.
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now Grace must reign over Sin and Death, Rom. 5. and last. 3ly. It is an Act founded on Christ's Righteousness, which is called the Righteousness of God, viz. of his Invention and Approbation 2 Cor. 5. and last;
now Grace must Reign over since and Death, Rom. 5. and last. 3ly. It is an Act founded on Christ's Righteousness, which is called the Righteousness of God, viz. of his Invention and Approbation 2 Cor. 5. and last;
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This Act of Justification draws with it the total and irrep•alable Pardon of all Sin, Rom. 4.5, 6. compared with Psal. 32.1, 2· For the Apostle, Rom. 4 clears from that Psalm, that the Gospel-Righteousness is not a Righteousness of Works,
This Act of Justification draws with it the total and irrep•alable Pardon of all since, Rom. 4.5, 6. compared with Psalm 32.1, 2· For the Apostle, Rom. 4 clears from that Psalm, that the Gospel righteousness is not a Righteousness of Works,
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and follows the same, Rom. 8.17. 1 Joh. 3.1, 2. A Third Priviledge that the Gospel assures us Believers have, Is that they are sanctified by the Spirit of God, which is their being made meet for Heaven, Col. 1.12.
and follows the same, Rom. 8.17. 1 John 3.1, 2. A Third Privilege that the Gospel assures us Believers have, Is that they Are sanctified by the Spirit of God, which is their being made meet for Heaven, Col. 1.12.
because God cannot separate a man that hath his Image from himself, seing the Image of God is given by him to prepare a man for Communion with himself. A 7th.
Because God cannot separate a man that hath his Image from himself, sing the Image of God is given by him to prepare a man for Communion with himself. A 7th.
but because he is mystically and spiritually one with him, 1 Cor. 6.17. The Believer is a piece of Christ mystical, therefore the Church of Believers is called his fullness, Eph. 1. & last.
but Because he is mystically and spiritually one with him, 1 Cor. 6.17. The Believer is a piece of christ mystical, Therefore the Church of Believers is called his fullness, Ephesians 1. & last.
Now this Union with Christ secures from Condemnation, because the Love of the Father that is terminate on Christ primarly and principally, must also necessarly terminate on them, see Jo. 17. last,
Now this union with christ secures from Condemnation, Because the Love of the Father that is terminate on christ primary and principally, must also necessarily terminate on them, see John 17. last,
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and the Rule whereby he proceeds, is not the Law but the Gospel, John 12.48, 49, and 50. Use of Consolation from this Doctrine is. 1st. To these who are under the conviction of Sin, Guilt, and Death, and who have fled for Refuge to Christ, such are not allowed to have the Spirit of Bondage again to fear Condemnation, Rom. 8.15. 2ly. To such who are under paternal Chastisements for Sin;
and the Rule whereby he proceeds, is not the Law but the Gospel, John 12.48, 49, and 50. Use of Consolation from this Doctrine is. 1st. To these who Are under the conviction of since, Gilded, and Death, and who have fled for Refuge to christ, such Are not allowed to have the Spirit of Bondage again to Fear Condemnation, Rom. 8.15. 2ly. To such who Are under paternal Chastisements for since;
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If a mans Conscience tell him that he believes on Christ, from this Text he may easily repell all these horrid Temptations. 4ly. It is very comfortable at the hour of Death, for Death wants its Sting to an Believer, 1 Cor. 15.55. Death is but a sleep to a Believer, Death doth not seperate a Believer from the Love of God, Rom. 8. last.
If a men Conscience tell him that he believes on christ, from this Text he may Easily repel all these horrid Temptations. 4ly. It is very comfortable At the hour of Death, for Death Wants its Sting to an Believer, 1 Cor. 15.55. Death is but a sleep to a Believer, Death does not separate a Believer from the Love of God, Rom. 8. last.
But it is the Believers passage to immediate Communion with God, and therefore Paul 2 Cor. 5.8. Desires to be absent from the body, and present with the Lord.
But it is the Believers passage to immediate Communion with God, and Therefore Paul 2 Cor. 5.8. Desires to be absent from the body, and present with the Lord.
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The former Scriptural-Grounds, assuring the Believer, that he is free from Condemnation, they are fit to be applyed by these Believers that know they have Faith and whose fears of Condemnation, arise more from their reflection on their Guilt, Corruption and Misery,
The former Scriptural-Grounds, assuring the Believer, that he is free from Condemnation, they Are fit to be applied by these Believers that know they have Faith and whose fears of Condemnation, arise more from their reflection on their Gilded, Corruption and Misery,
But for such whose fears of Condemnation arise from the weakness of their Faith, I would have them consider many Scripture Instances, which clear that a weak Faith maybe very profitable, if it be true:
But for such whose fears of Condemnation arise from the weakness of their Faith, I would have them Consider many Scripture Instances, which clear that a weak Faith maybe very profitable, if it be true:
compared with the 12. and 13. and compared with the 5. and 12. Secondly, There is an use of Tryal, to try whether we have an Interest in this Priviledge or no. And 1st.
compared with the 12. and 13. and compared with the 5. and 12. Secondly, There is an use of Trial, to try whither we have an Interest in this Privilege or no. And 1st.
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If you would know that Union with Christ, ye must try it by this whether ye be new Creatures or no, 2 Cor. 5.17. 4ly. ye must try it by the mark in the Text, which is, that such as are in Christ, They walk not after the flesh, that is they have not an walk that evidences the dominion of Lust over them:
If you would know that union with christ, you must try it by this whither you be new Creatures or no, 2 Cor. 5.17. 4ly. you must try it by the mark in the Text, which is, that such as Are in christ, They walk not After the Flesh, that is they have not an walk that evidences the dominion of Lust over them:
Pride, Covetousness Malice, and Self-love do not Influence their Conversation. And 2ly. They do not regulate their Life by the Laws of Corruption, which are directly opposite to the Laws of God;
Pride, Covetousness Malice, and Self-love do not Influence their Conversation. And 2ly. They do not regulate their Life by the Laws of Corruption, which Are directly opposite to the Laws of God;
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whereof some of them may be repeated. As 1st. The Natural Man thinks it fit to depend upon himself, and not upon God, and to please himself and not God. 2ly. The Natural Man denys the Being of God and mistakes the perfection of God, and his walk evidences his Atheism, Psal. 14.1. and his denyal of God's perfection. Psal. 36.1. 3ly. It is a Principle of the Natural Man that he Exerciseth himself in Superstitious Worship.
whereof Some of them may be repeated. As 1st. The Natural Man thinks it fit to depend upon himself, and not upon God, and to please himself and not God. 2ly. The Natural Man denys the Being of God and mistakes the perfection of God, and his walk evidences his Atheism, Psalm 14.1. and his denial of God's perfection. Psalm 36.1. 3ly. It is a Principle of the Natural Man that he Exerciseth himself in Superstitious Worship.
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In being formal in appointed Worship as meritorious with God, see Luke 18. about the Pharisee. 4ly. It is his principle that we may warrantably use unlawful means to obtain our end;
In being formal in appointed Worship as meritorious with God, see Lycia 18. about the Pharisee. 4ly. It is his principle that we may warrantably use unlawful means to obtain our end;
but because of fear of force, and because of Expectation of Advantage. 8ly. It's his Principle, that his Felicity stands in sensual good, 9ly. He is not content with what satisfies Nature, but with what satisfies Lust, and Lust being unsatiaable, he cannot but always be discontented.
but Because of Fear of force, and Because of Expectation of Advantage. 8ly. It's his Principle, that his Felicity Stands in sensual good, 9ly. He is not content with what Satisfies Nature, but with what Satisfies Lust, and Lust being unsatiaable, he cannot but always be discontented.
but it is a Walk tending to corrupt Ends, a Walk wherein a Mans Imaginations, Desires and Purposes are all levelled at the gratifying of some one predominant Lust or other. And 5ly. we would try our interest in this priviledge, by our walking after the Spirit: Which is a walk first, which stands in obedience to the motions of the Spirit, Rom. 8, 13. Gal. 5.18. 2ly. It stands in giving God spiritual Worship, Phi•ip. 3.3. and Jo. 4 24. 3ly. It stands in having a Walk flowing from Spiritual Principles, viz. Faith. 2 Cor. 5.7. Love, Eph. 5.2. 4ly. It stands in eying an spiritual Rule in our Walk, viz. The Law in its spiritual meaning, in having a spiritual frame in conforming our selves to that Law, that we may do what we do in the strength of Christ's Spirit. And 5ly. It stands in designing spiritual Ends, viz. The Glory of God, the Edification of our Neighbour and our own Salvation.
but it is a Walk tending to corrupt Ends, a Walk wherein a men Imaginations, Desires and Purposes Are all leveled At the gratifying of Some one predominant Lust or other. And 5ly. we would try our Interest in this privilege, by our walking After the Spirit: Which is a walk First, which Stands in Obedience to the motions of the Spirit, Rom. 8, 13. Gal. 5.18. 2ly. It Stands in giving God spiritual Worship, Phi•ip. 3.3. and John 4 24. 3ly. It Stands in having a Walk flowing from Spiritual Principles, viz. Faith. 2 Cor. 5.7. Love, Ephesians 5.2. 4ly. It Stands in Eyeing an spiritual Rule in our Walk, viz. The Law in its spiritual meaning, in having a spiritual frame in conforming our selves to that Law, that we may do what we do in the strength of Christ's Spirit. And 5ly. It Stands in designing spiritual Ends, viz. The Glory of God, the Edification of our Neighbour and our own Salvation.
From the Restriction of this priviledge to such as Walk after the Spirit. We may infer an Use of Reproof to many who walk after the flesh, and yet will apply this priviledge to themselves;
From the Restriction of this privilege to such as Walk After the Spirit. We may infer an Use of Reproof to many who walk After the Flesh, and yet will apply this privilege to themselves;
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Isai: 58, 3. Jer. 7, 10. 2ly. They Lean to their present impunity Psal: 50, 21. And 3ly. They lean to their own Gifts, Matth. 7.22. Observe that the Apostle divides all the Members of the Visible Church, in these Two sorts of Men, viz. Who walk after the Flesh, and Who walk after the Spirit;
Isaiah: 58, 3. Jer. 7, 10. 2ly. They Lean to their present impunity Psalm: 50, 21. And 3ly. They lean to their own Gifts, Matthew 7.22. Observe that the Apostle divides all the Members of the Visible Church, in these Two sorts of Men, viz. Who walk After the Flesh, and Who walk After the Spirit;
Whatever pretences they have for Innocency, in Walking, since they are unacquainted with a walking after the Spirit, they are certainly to be reckoned as Walkers after the Flesh.
Whatever pretences they have for Innocency, in Walking, since they Are unacquainted with a walking After the Spirit, they Are Certainly to be reckoned as Walkers After the Flesh.
And so these that ascribe this sense to the words, they say that by the Law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus, is meaned the Gospel, called the Law of Faith, 3d. Rom. And it gets that Name,
And so these that ascribe this sense to the words, they say that by the Law of the Spirit of life in christ jesus, is meaned the Gospel, called the Law of Faith, 3d. Rom. And it gets that Name,
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Likeways, It is called a Law of the spirit of life, because the Gospel, and not the Law, (which is as to this a Dead Letter) is the Ministration of the Spirit, see Gal. 3.5.2 Cor. 3.8.
Likeways, It is called a Law of the Spirit of life, Because the Gospel, and not the Law, (which is as to this a Dead letter) is the Ministration of the Spirit, see Gal. 3.5.2 Cor. 3.8.
and upon thir Accounts it is concluded by thir Divines who ascribe this sence to the Text, That the Law of God gets this Name of the Law of •in and Death.
and upon their Accounts it is concluded by their Divines who ascribe this sense to the Text, That the Law of God gets this Name of the Law of •in and Death.
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That by the Law of sin the Apostle means, Corruption, and we do not find the Apostle in other places of Scripture giving that name of the Law of sin and death to the Law of God.
That by the Law of since the Apostle means, Corruption, and we do not find the Apostle in other places of Scripture giving that name of the Law of since and death to the Law of God.
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And therefore by the Law of the spirit of life, is meant the powerful influence of the spirit of life upon Believers, which frees Paul from Corruption, these 3. ways. 1st.
And Therefore by the Law of the Spirit of life, is meant the powerful influence of the Spirit of life upon Believers, which frees Paul from Corruption, these 3. ways. 1st.
and so frees him from the guilt of Corruption, because by the spirit making up that Union he winns to a justified state, 1 Cor ▪ 6.11. 2ly. He frees Paul from his Corruption because by his power he breaks the dominion of sin. And 3ly. By his presence and efficacious working, he will in his own time abolish the remainders of Corruption out of Paul's heart.
and so frees him from the guilt of Corruption, Because by the Spirit making up that union he wins to a justified state, 1 Cor ▪ 6.11. 2ly. He frees Paul from his Corruption Because by his power he breaks the dominion of since. And 3ly. By his presence and efficacious working, he will in his own time Abolah the remainders of Corruption out of Paul's heart.
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The Cohesion of this Verse with the former, seems to be the Apostles proving the latter part of the Verse thus, That those that are in Christ must walk after the Spirit,
The Cohesion of this Verse with the former, seems to be the Apostles proving the latter part of the Verse thus, That those that Are in christ must walk After the Spirit,
and it may be set down to prevent an Objection against that Truth, that the man that is in Christ is free of condemnation For it may be said, that the man that is in Christ, hath the Law of Sin and Death,
and it may be Set down to prevent an Objection against that Truth, that the man that is in christ is free of condemnation For it may be said, that the man that is in christ, hath the Law of since and Death,
and since he hath the remainders of Corruption in him, how can he be free from Condemnation? It is Answered, That the Spirit of Life frees the Believer from the Law of Sin and Death,
and since he hath the remainders of Corruption in him, how can he be free from Condemnation? It is Answered, That the Spirit of Life frees the Believer from the Law of since and Death,
and this may be done, 1st. By considering our Union with Christ, and Christ's Exaltation to Glory, which necessarly says, that all the Members must have a sinless conformity with the Head. 2ly. This Hope may be strengthned, by considering that the guilt of our Corruption is already pardoned in our Justification, for the 1st Verse says, There is no condemnation to the man that is actually in Christ. And 3ly. This Hope may be strengthned in this, that the breaking of the Dominion of Corruption in us by the Spirit of Life, is a Pledge given us of God, to assure us of its total abolition. Observe 2ly.
and this may be done, 1st. By considering our union with christ, and Christ's Exaltation to Glory, which necessarily Says, that all the Members must have a sinless conformity with the Head. 2ly. This Hope may be strengthened, by considering that the guilt of our Corruption is already pardoned in our Justification, for the 1st Verse Says, There is no condemnation to the man that is actually in christ. And 3ly. This Hope may be strengthened in this, that the breaking of the Dominion of Corruption in us by the Spirit of Life, is a Pledge given us of God, to assure us of its total abolition. Observe 2ly.
yet he ascribed not his freedom from Corruption, to the use of these Means, but to the Principal Author of his freedom, viz. The Spirit of Life, who did bless these Means, for that end.
yet he ascribed not his freedom from Corruption, to the use of these Means, but to the Principal Author of his freedom, viz. The Spirit of Life, who did bless these Means, for that end.
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Take notice of that Name that's given to the Influencing Spirit, that liberats Paul from the Law of Sin and Death, it is called The Law of the Spirit of Life;
Take notice of that Name that's given to the Influencing Spirit, that liberates Paul from the Law of since and Death, it is called The Law of the Spirit of Life;
In the actings of Faith under many Tryals, which must argue a great Power that makes a man believe, notwithstanding of great and manifold Guiltinesses,
In the actings of Faith under many Trials, which must argue a great Power that makes a man believe, notwithstanding of great and manifold Guiltinesses,
and of long Continuance, notwithstanding of Corruptions, notwithstanding of violent Assaults from Satan, yea notwithstanding of Desertions, Chastisements and Death;
and of long Continuance, notwithstanding of Corruptions, notwithstanding of violent Assaults from Satan, yea notwithstanding of Desertions, Chastisements and Death;
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Its Power appears in this, in tha• it can make Christians, with Paul, not to look t• things seen, that is, to depise the allurements of the World, which have a sensible certainty,
Its Power appears in this, in tha• it can make Christians, with Paul, not to look t• things seen, that is, to despise the allurements of the World, which have a sensible certainty,
and are very grateful to our external Senses. 5ly. It evidences it self in making People patient under manifold sore, continuing, and extream Miseries,
and Are very grateful to our external Senses. 5ly. It evidences it self in making People patient under manifold soar, Continuing, and extreme Misery's,
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even such o• whom is legible God's Quarrel with us for our Sins the Exercise of Patience under such, must be an Effect of great Power, See Cor. 1.10, 11. And that because Patience will be opposed by our natural Pride, Self-love and Unbelief.
even such o• whom is legible God's Quarrel with us for our Sins the Exercise of Patience under such, must be an Effect of great Power, See Cor. 1.10, 11. And that Because Patience will be opposed by our natural Pride, Self-love and Unbelief.
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and albeit he may find hims•lf very weak to manadge his Spiritual Work, if he compare the greatness of his Work, with the strength of that measure of inherent Grace he has for the time,
and albeit he may find hims•lf very weak to manage his Spiritual Work, if he compare the greatness of his Work, with the strength of that measure of inherent Grace he has for the time,
He did this, that believers might have a pledge by this deed that he could raise them from the death of sin and of the grave. 3. He is said to be in Christ Jesus,
He did this, that believers might have a pledge by this deed that he could raise them from the death of since and of the grave. 3. He is said to be in christ jesus,
Unbelief will object the difficulty of the Spiritual and Corporal Resurrection, a work so difficult how can the accomplishment thereof be expected? The answer is, That this Spiri• of life hath performed ane greater work in raising Christ from the dead,
Unbelief will Object the difficulty of the Spiritual and Corporal Resurrection, a work so difficult how can the accomplishment thereof be expected? The answer is, That this Spiri• of life hath performed ane greater work in raising christ from the dead,
Unbelief in Believers will object against their undertaking great Spiritual work for God, because they do not find such strength of the Spirits grace in them,
Unbelief in Believers will Object against their undertaking great Spiritual work for God, Because they do not find such strength of the Spirits grace in them,
But the Answer is, They should not take their encouragement to the work, from the greatness of the strength of their present inherent grace but from the greatness of the strength of that Spirit of life that primarly and principally resides in Christ and therefore Paul 1 Tim. 2.1. He bids Timothy be strong in the grace that is in Jesus, and in the Philip: 4. He says he can do all things through Christ that strengthneth him, and in 2 Cor. 12. He says, he rejoyces in his infirmity that the power of Christ may rest upon him;
But the Answer is, They should not take their encouragement to the work, from the greatness of the strength of their present inherent grace but from the greatness of the strength of that Spirit of life that primary and principally resides in christ and Therefore Paul 1 Tim. 2.1. He bids Timothy be strong in the grace that is in jesus, and in the Philip: 4. He Says he can do all things through christ that strengtheneth him, and in 2 Cor. 12. He Says, he rejoices in his infirmity that the power of christ may rest upon him;
And therefore an exercised Believer with indwelling sin, if he would have the most comfortable look of Christ, let him look to him as having the fullness of the Spirit of life in him;
And Therefore an exercised Believer with indwelling since, if he would have the most comfortable look of christ, let him look to him as having the fullness of the Spirit of life in him;
Observe the designation of Corruption, it is called the Law of Sin to hold out its moral evil, 2ly. It is called the Law of Death, to hold out the prejudice it doeth to us.
Observe the designation of Corruption, it is called the Law of since to hold out its moral evil, 2ly. It is called the Law of Death, to hold out the prejudice it doth to us.
It gets the name of the Law of sin, to hold out the impetuous activity of it, to make us commit Actual sin, notwithstanding all the restraints that God puts upon us, by his prohibitions, by his Threatenings, by his Judgements and Crosses, by his Checking,
It gets the name of the Law of since, to hold out the impetuous activity of it, to make us commit Actual since, notwithstanding all the restraints that God puts upon us, by his prohibitions, by his Threatenings, by his Judgments and Crosses, by his Checking,
and Restraining-providences, by his Allureing mercies, by his awakening-Smarting challenges of our conscience. 2ly. This Corruption is very powerful to overcome the restraints of Men made against it;
and Restraining-providences, by his Alluring Mercies, by his awakening-Smarting challenges of our conscience. 2ly. This Corruption is very powerful to overcome the restraints of Men made against it;
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Indwelling sin is so impetuous, that it doeth overcome the restraints the the sinner puts on himself, he will break his own Vow's purposes and promises.
Indwelling since is so impetuous, that it doth overcome the restraints the the sinner puts on himself, he will break his own Vow's Purposes and promises.
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From the Impetuousness and efficacy of this indwelling sin, we may inferr the folly of them that think to get it Mortified by their own strength, without the efficacy of the Spirit of life, convoyed to us in the humble use of appointed means. 2ly. It says, they are fools who look upon their resolutions to live blamelesly, as a sufficient guard against Scandalous sins;
From the Impetuousness and efficacy of this indwelling since, we may infer the folly of them that think to get it Mortified by their own strength, without the efficacy of the Spirit of life, convoyed to us in the humble use of appointed means. 2ly. It Says, they Are Fools who look upon their resolutions to live blamelessly, as a sufficient guard against Scandalous Sins;
yet the Tota• removeal of Corruption from the Believer is to be brought about by Death & the Dissolution of Nature If this were well considered by Believers, it would make us humble under the Sense of Indwelling sin and would make us painful for its Mortification, an• make us exceedingly long for it's Total Abolition ▪
yet the Tota• removal of Corruption from the Believer is to be brought about by Death & the Dissolution of Nature If this were well considered by Believers, it would make us humble under the Sense of Indwelling since and would make us painful for its Mortification, an• make us exceedingly long for it's Total Abolition ▪
an Christian exercised with the exceeding sinfulness of indwelling sin, and the prejudice following on it, is a fit applye of this benefite. 2ly. This Application is an humble Application;
an Christian exercised with the exceeding sinfulness of indwelling since, and the prejudice following on it, is a fit apply of this benefit. 2ly. This Application is an humble Application;
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but from the Law and Efficacy of the Spirit of Life in Christ Jesus. 3ly Paul 's Application of this benefite is from Knowledge, he know's the Guilt of indwelling sin is removed by his Justification,
but from the Law and Efficacy of the Spirit of Life in christ jesus. 3ly Paul is Application of this benefit is from Knowledge, he know's the Gilded of indwelling since is removed by his Justification,
Observe That Paul assured himself of his freedom from the Law of Sin and Death, that he might with the greater freedom apply the Priviledge of Non-condemnation, to himself, spoken of in the first part of the first Verse,
Observe That Paul assured himself of his freedom from the Law of since and Death, that he might with the greater freedom apply the Privilege of Noncondemnation, to himself, spoken of in the First part of the First Verse,
Because Corruption, where it is, unfits folk for Communion with God, and mean Measures of Communion awaken fears of Condemnation. And 3ly. Some•ime God afflicts the Christian to restrain indwelling in from outbreaking;
Because Corruption, where it is, unfits folk for Communion with God, and mean Measures of Communion awaken fears of Condemnation. And 3ly. Some•ime God afflicts the Christian to restrain indwelling in from outbreaking;
For this Reason, people would be assured of sins total removeal, by considering that our Union with Christ speaks the necessity of it, that we must •e sinless as he is, he hath undertaken it, his Blood •oth merite it, Eph: 1.7. Titus. •. 14. and his •esurrection is the Pledge of it.
For this Reason, people would be assured of Sins total removal, by considering that our union with christ speaks the necessity of it, that we must •e sinless as he is, he hath undertaken it, his Blood •oth merit it, Ephesians: 1.7. Titus. •. 14. and his •esurrection is the Pledge of it.
For, what the Law could not do, in that it was weak through the Flesh ▪ God sending his own Son in the likeness of sinfull Flesh and for Sin, Condemne• Sin in the Flesh.
For, what the Law could not do, in that it was weak through the Flesh ▪ God sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful Flesh and for since, Condemne• since in the Flesh.
THis Verse and the following are brought in t• clear the first part of the first Verse, viz. Tha• there is no Condemnation to the man that is in Chris• They are an illustration of that great truth, that th• Believer in Christ,
THis Verse and the following Are brought in t• clear the First part of the First Verse, viz. Tha• there is no Condemnation to the man that is in Chris• They Are an illustration of that great truth, that th• Believer in christ,
and these Verses cle• this truth, because they hold out that the meth• that God takes to justifie the sinner, is not inconsistent with his Law and Justice.
and these Verses cle• this truth, Because they hold out that the meth• that God Takes to justify the sinner, is not inconsistent with his Law and justice.
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The words contain in them First, the necess• of this Method, it was necessary to God to fall on because the Law could not justifie the man, for he • in an Estate of Corruption;
The words contain in them First, the necess• of this Method, it was necessary to God to fallen on Because the Law could not justify the man, for he • in an Estate of Corruption;
the Law could not d• for it was weak through the Flesh. 2ly. The words • out the Method it self, which may be taken up these three. 1st. The Preparation for it. 2ly. T• Action it self in order to it. 3ly. The Conseq• and Effect of that Action.
the Law could not d• for it was weak through the Flesh. 2ly. The words • out the Method it self, which may be taken up these three. 1st. The Preparation for it. 2ly. T• Actium it self in order to it. 3ly. The Conseq• and Effect of that Actium.
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In which words ye may Observe Person made use of, for to bring about sinners Justification consistent with Law, described from the relation he has with God the Father, his own Son. 2ly. Observe his Mission he sent his own Son, 3ly.
In which words you may Observe Person made use of, for to bring about Sinners Justification consistent with Law, described from the Relation he has with God the Father, his own Son. 2ly. Observe his Mission he sent his own Son, 3ly.
as though he had assumed only the appearance of Human Nature, but he is said to be sent in the likeness of sinfull Flesh, because the Nature he assumed was like our sinfull Nature,
as though he had assumed only the appearance of Human Nature, but he is said to be sent in the likeness of sinful Flesh, Because the Nature he assumed was like our sinful Nature,
because he was subject to these Infirmities that our sinfull human Nature is subject to. 4ly. Observe his Condition after his Incarnation, and that stands in two 1st. He was Sinless, he had not sinfull Flesh, but the likeness of sinfull Flesh. 2ly. He was Subject to the Infirmities, of our Nature, on that account he is said to be sent in the likeness of sinful Flesh, 5ly. Ye may take notice of the end of this Mission exprest in these words.
Because he was Subject to these Infirmities that our sinful human Nature is Subject to. 4ly. Observe his Condition After his Incarnation, and that Stands in two 1st. He was Sinless, he had not sinful Flesh, but the likeness of sinful Flesh. 2ly. He was Subject to the Infirmities, of our Nature, on that account he is said to be sent in the likeness of sinful Flesh, 5ly. You may take notice of the end of this Mission expressed in these words.
And for Sin NONLATINALPHABET signifieing these two. 1st. That our sins, all our sins, especially the sinfullness of our Nature, was the moveing and procuring cause of Christ's taking on him our Nature with the sinless Infirmities thereof.
And for since signifying these two. 1st. That our Sins, all our Sins, especially the sinfulness of our Nature, was the moving and procuring cause of Christ's taking on him our Nature with the sinless Infirmities thereof.
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Take notice of the Action it self, in which consists the way and method that God uses, to bring about the Sinners Justification consistent with his Law,
Take notice of the Actium it self, in which consists the Way and method that God uses, to bring about the Sinners Justification consistent with his Law,
He was delivered to suffering by the determinate Counsel and foreknowledge of God, Acts 2, 23. Rom. 4.25. It is said he was delivered, viz. to Death for our offences;
He was Delivered to suffering by the determinate Counsel and foreknowledge of God, Acts 2, 23. Rom. 4.25. It is said he was Delivered, viz. to Death for our offences;
And that Delivery must be ascribed to the Father, because it is made a ground of our Encouragement to believe on him, Rom. 8.32. The Delivery of the Son to Death is ascribed to the Father.
And that Delivery must be ascribed to the Father, Because it is made a ground of our Encouragement to believe on him, Rom. 8.32. The Delivery of the Son to Death is ascribed to the Father.
Next this punishment of Sin on Christ must be referred to God the Father, because he offered himself up a Sacrifice to God the Father Eph: 5.2.
Next this punishment of since on christ must be referred to God the Father, Because he offered himself up a Sacrifice to God the Father Ephesians: 5.2.
Beside the Father is said to make him sin, or a sacrifice for sin, 2 Cor: 5. last. And in the third place the Father is said to punish sin in Humane Nature,
Beside the Father is said to make him since, or a sacrifice for since, 2 Cor: 5. last. And in the third place the Father is said to Punish since in Humane Nature,
because it was convenient for the manifestation of Divine Justice, and preservation of the Honour and Credite of the Law, that the punishment inflicted for the Transgression of the Law, should be inflicted on that same Nature that transgressed the Law,
Because it was convenient for the manifestation of Divine justice, and preservation of the Honour and Credit of the Law, that the punishment inflicted for the Transgression of the Law, should be inflicted on that same Nature that transgressed the Law,
In the third place take notice of the effect and consequent of this Action of God, the Father, viz. His Condemning or Punishing sin in the Human Nature of Christ and it is this, That the Righteousness of the Law is fulfilled in Believers;
In the third place take notice of the Effect and consequent of this Actium of God, the Father, viz. His Condemning or Punishing since in the Human Nature of christ and it is this, That the Righteousness of the Law is fulfilled in Believers;
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For though God did dispense so far with the severe Threatning of the Law, as that he would not inflict that severe Punishment on the Transgressor himself,
For though God did dispense so Far with the severe Threatening of the Law, as that he would not inflict that severe Punishment on the Transgressor himself,
yet these severe Punishments for kind, that were Threatned by the Law against Transgressors, God, in Punishing Christ, he inflicted these upon him, and therefore, Heb. 2.14.
yet these severe Punishments for kind, that were Threatened by the Law against Transgressors, God, in Punishing christ, he inflicted these upon him, and Therefore, Hebrew 2.14.
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because both these Laws, though the same as to the matter, did require that the Acts of Obedience should First Be Perfect. 2ly. Constant, If the Creature were to obtain Justification thereby;
Because both these Laws, though the same as to the matter, did require that the Acts of obedience should First Be Perfect. 2ly. Constant, If the Creature were to obtain Justification thereby;
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for the extremity of Misery irrirates their Corruption, to murmure and repine against God, under their sufferings. Ʋse 1st. To diswade Folks from seeking Justification by the Law, for if we do this, we say Christ dyed in vain, Gal. 2. and last. And 2ly.
for the extremity of Misery irrirates their Corruption, to murmur and repine against God, under their sufferings. Ʋse 1st. To dissuade Folks from seeking Justification by the Law, for if we do this, we say christ died in vain, Gal. 2. and last. And 2ly.
and it marrs our bringing forth Fruit unto God, by vertue of our Marriage with Christ, Rom. 7.4. It makes all our external Obedience, in order to this end, useless for our good;
and it mars our bringing forth Fruit unto God, by virtue of our Marriage with christ, Rom. 7.4. It makes all our external obedience, in order to this end, useless for our good;
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If it be said, For what then should he obey the Law, if not to be justified by his Obedience? Answer, he should do it, 1st. To please God, Col. 1.10. 2ly. To Glorifie their Heavenly Father, John 15.8. 3ly.
If it be said, For what then should he obey the Law, if not to be justified by his obedience? Answer, he should do it, 1st. To please God, Col. 1.10. 2ly. To glorify their Heavenly Father, John 15.8. 3ly.
Obedience may justifie us, as to the reality of our Faith, and we may obey in order to that end, that by it we may know we have true Faith. 1 John 2.3.
obedience may justify us, as to the reality of our Faith, and we may obey in order to that end, that by it we may know we have true Faith. 1 John 2.3.
Likeas we may obey, that by our Obedience we may attain to further manifestations of the love of God. John 14.21. Likeways we may obey, to edifie our Neighbours.
Like as we may obey, that by our obedience we may attain to further manifestations of the love of God. John 14.21. Likeways we may obey, to edify our Neighbours.
as the Scribes and Pha•isees did. Or 2ly. Such as are formal Hypocrites, that lean to their external Acts of Worship, see Isay 58.23. Or 3ly. Such as are superstitious, leaning to their Arbitrary Devotions. Or 4ly. Such as these who continue in their Prophanity, and yet lean to Acts of Charity. Or 5ly. Such as lean to their Legal Sorrow. Or 6ly. Such as lean to the Exercise of their Gifts, for promoting of the Gospel. Matth. 7.22. Or 7ly. Such as lean to their Zeal to promote a Good Work, contrary to Nehemiah's Practice, Nehem. 13.22. 2ly. This reproves the Godly, who degenerate into a Legal Frame;
as the Scribes and Pha•isees did. Or 2ly. Such as Are formal Hypocrites, that lean to their external Acts of Worship, see Saiah 58.23. Or 3ly. Such as Are superstitious, leaning to their Arbitrary Devotions. Or 4ly. Such as these who continue in their Profanity, and yet lean to Acts of Charity. Or 5ly. Such as lean to their Legal Sorrow. Or 6ly. Such as lean to the Exercise of their Gifts, for promoting of the Gospel. Matthew 7.22. Or 7ly. Such as lean to their Zeal to promote a Good Work, contrary to Nehemiah's Practice, Nehemiah 13.22. 2ly. This reproves the Godly, who degenerate into a Legal Frame;
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and this they do, when they Found their Expectation of Heaven, their Immunity from wrath, the acceptation of their Persons, Prayers and Services, upon any Performance of their own,
and this they do, when they Found their Expectation of Heaven, their Immunity from wrath, the acceptation of their Persons, Prayers and Services, upon any Performance of their own,
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when they think, because of their Charity, their Repentance, their Devotion, and exact walking, God is obliged to them, to free them from Hell, and give them Heaven:
when they think, Because of their Charity, their Repentance, their Devotion, and exact walking, God is obliged to them, to free them from Hell, and give them Heaven:
because the Reward is counted of Grace and not of Debt, Rom: 4. and their greater alse well as their lesser Rewards are given, on the account of their Adoption,
Because the Reward is counted of Grace and not of Debt, Rom: 4. and their greater also well as their lesser Rewards Are given, on the account of their Adoption,
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or his only begotten Son, John 1.18. It was convenient it should be so, First, That we might be more certain of the Revelation of the Gospel made by him, John 1.18. 2ly. The World was made by him, John 1.2. Heb. 1.2.
or his only begotten Son, John 1.18. It was convenient it should be so, First, That we might be more certain of the Revelation of the Gospel made by him, John 1.18. 2ly. The World was made by him, John 1.2. Hebrew 1.2.
And therefore it is fit the world should be restored by him to its primitive Beauty, which it lost by the Son of man. 3ly. The Elect behooved to be sanctified, and the sanctifieing Spirit is the Spirit of his Son 4ly. God intended to Adopt his Elect, and Adoption must be founded on our Union with the only Begotten Son of God, Gal. 4.5. 5ly. This contributes to the Expiatory Vertue of his Sacrifice, and the prevalency of his Intercession. 6ly. It makes him capable to exerce his mediatory Kingly Power over all the Creation, for their good and safety, Eph. 1. and last.
And Therefore it is fit the world should be restored by him to its primitive Beauty, which it lost by the Son of man. 3ly. The Elect behooved to be sanctified, and the sanctifying Spirit is the Spirit of his Son 4ly. God intended to Adopt his Elect, and Adoption must be founded on our union with the only Begotten Son of God, Gal. 4.5. 5ly. This contributes to the Expiatory Virtue of his Sacrifice, and the prevalency of his Intercession. 6ly. It makes him capable to exerce his mediatory Kingly Power over all the Creation, for their good and safety, Ephesians 1. and last.
Likeas it is by his Soneship he is capable, for the comfort of Believers, to be the Judge of the quick and the dead, John 5.22. Observe 2ly. Christs Mission, He was sent of the Father, 2nd this Mission imports. 1st. The Fathers great Love to the believing World, John 3.16. 1 John 4.9. 2ly.
Like as it is by his Soneship he is capable, for the Comfort of Believers, to be the Judge of the quick and the dead, John 5.22. Observe 2ly. Christ Mission, He was sent of the Father, 2nd this Mission imports. 1st. The Father's great Love to the believing World, John 3.16. 1 John 4.9. 2ly.
and was no casual or fortuitous Thing, but was the accomplishment of a Divine Purpose Acts 4 28. and therefore that Providence is not to be stumbled at. 3ly. It imports that Christ had Gods Warrand for what he did, Jo. 6.27. and he confirmed his Commission by Miracles, Jo. 5.36 And therefore they that reject Christ contemn the Fathers Authority. 4ly. It secures us of Christs Fidelity, that he will pursue the Accomplishment of the Fathers Designs;
and was no casual or fortuitous Thing, but was the accomplishment of a Divine Purpose Acts 4 28. and Therefore that Providence is not to be stumbled At. 3ly. It imports that christ had God's Warrant for what he did, John 6.27. and he confirmed his Commission by Miracles, John 5.36 And Therefore they that reject christ contemn the Father's authority. 4ly. It secures us of Christ Fidis, that he will pursue the Accomplishment of the Father's Designs;
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but in the likeness of sinful Flesh, he was made real Flesh, John 1.14. He was made of a Woman, Gal. 4. He was manifest in the Flesh, 1 Tim. 3.16. He was the man Christ Jesus, 1 Tim. 2.5. and this was done, 1st. That he might communicate the Gospel Revelation to us, in a way condescending to our Infirmitly, Heb. 1.1. 2ly. That we might have one in our Nature to cast a Pattern to us for Obedience to God, Phil. 2.7.8, 3ly, That he might be capable to bear the particular Punishment threatned by the Law, viz. Death, Heb. 2.14.
but in the likeness of sinful Flesh, he was made real Flesh, John 1.14. He was made of a Woman, Gal. 4. He was manifest in the Flesh, 1 Tim. 3.16. He was the man christ jesus, 1 Tim. 2.5. and this was done, 1st. That he might communicate the Gospel Revelation to us, in a Way condescending to our Infirmitly, Hebrew 1.1. 2ly. That we might have one in our Nature to cast a Pattern to us for obedience to God, Philip 2.7.8, 3ly, That he might be capable to bear the particular Punishment threatened by the Law, viz. Death, Hebrew 2.14.
or in his Humane Nature, that the Righteousness of the Law might be fulfilled in Believers. 4ly. That he might be a Sympathiseing Intercessor, Heb. 2. & last, and 4.15. and that by vertue of the Experience of these Temptations we are subject to. And 5ly.
or in his Humane Nature, that the Righteousness of the Law might be fulfilled in Believers. 4ly. That he might be a Sympathiseing Intercessor, Hebrew 2. & last, and 4.15. and that by virtue of the Experience of these Temptations we Are Subject to. And 5ly.
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That the Father might make him a Pledge to us of our Victories, and Blessings, he would make him in our own Nature, to overcome Death and all our Spiritual Enemies, that his Victory might be a Pledge to us, that God can make frail man overcome death,
That the Father might make him a Pledge to us of our Victories, and Blessings, he would make him in our own Nature, to overcome Death and all our Spiritual Enemies, that his Victory might be a Pledge to us, that God can make frail man overcome death,
and all their Spiritual Enemies, though they have a frail Nature. And 6ly. That we might have an easie Passage to God the Father, because we go to him through his own Son, dwelling in our Nature, Joh. 14 6. Heb. 10.20. We go through the vail of his Flesh, to the Father, That is the Passage. Observe 4ly. Christ was not made sinful Flesh, but was made like unto sinful Flesh; This holds out Christ's sinlesness:
and all their Spiritual Enemies, though they have a frail Nature. And 6ly. That we might have an easy Passage to God the Father, Because we go to him through his own Son, Dwelling in our Nature, John 14 6. Hebrew 10.20. We go through the Vail of his Flesh, to the Father, That is the Passage. Observe 4ly. christ was not made sinful Flesh, but was made like unto sinful Flesh; This holds out Christ's sinlessness:
this behoved to be, that he might be a perfect Patern for our Obedience, that he might be a spotless and acceptable Sacrifice, that he might be the Truth of these his Types, viz. the Legal Sacrifices that were to be offered without blemish, that his Sufferings might be for the behoof of others, seing he knew no sin himself, 2 Cor. 5. and last, That he might be a prevalent Intercessor, Heb. 7.26.
this behooved to be, that he might be a perfect Pattern for our obedience, that he might be a spotless and acceptable Sacrifice, that he might be the Truth of these his Types, viz. the Legal Sacrifices that were to be offered without blemish, that his Sufferings might be for the behoof of Others, sing he knew no since himself, 2 Cor. 5. and last, That he might be a prevalent Intercessor, Hebrew 7.26.
And it was not consistent with Justice that he should want Original Righteousness, by vertue of Adam 's breach of the Covenant of Works, seeing he was not a Person engaged in that Covenant, either Virtually or Formally,
And it was not consistent with justice that he should want Original Righteousness, by virtue of Adam is breach of the Covenant of Works, seeing he was not a Person engaged in that Covenant, either Virtually or Formally,
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Observe 5ly, He was made in the likeness of sinful Flesh, which imports these two, 1st. A subjection to the common Infirmities of Mankind, such as Hunger, Weariedness, and Mortality;
Observe 5ly, He was made in the likeness of sinful Flesh, which imports these two, 1st. A subjection to the Common Infirmities of Mankind, such as Hunger, Weariedness, and Mortality;
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and after-happiness, as we see in Christ's case. 2ly. The Phrase being made in the likeness of sinful Flesh, imports not only Christ's Subjection to the common Infirmities of our Nature, that all men are subject to;
and after-happiness, as we see in Christ's case. 2ly. The Phrase being made in the likeness of sinful Flesh, imports not only Christ's Subjection to the Common Infirmities of our Nature, that all men Are Subject to;
but it imports his lyableness to extream Sufferings for our sins, As our Soverty. Observe 6ly. From the Word NONLATINALPHABET which imports the final cause of Christs Mission, Incarnation and Humiliation;
but it imports his lyableness to extreme Sufferings for our Sins, As our Soverty. Observe 6ly. From the Word which imports the final cause of Christ Mission, Incarnation and Humiliation;
That the Abolition of Sin is the End why God sent his Son into the World to dye, which holds out the odiousness and hurtfulness of Sin, seing all this ado was made for the removal of it.
That the Abolition of since is the End why God sent his Son into the World to die, which holds out the odiousness and hurtfulness of since, sing all this ado was made for the removal of it.
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Now follows God's Action, by which he brought about the Justification of the Sinner, consistent with Law, exprest in these Words, He, viz. God the Father, condemned, that is, punished, upon a Judicial Sentence past against Christ as Soverty, He condemned Sin in the Flesh.
Now follows God's Actium, by which he brought about the Justification of the Sinner, consistent with Law, expressed in these Words, He, viz. God the Father, condemned, that is, punished, upon a Judicial Sentence passed against christ as Soverty, He condemned since in the Flesh.
for they were not Miseries sent on him by God, to express his Soveraignty, but the Effects of Divine Justice. 2ly. The Words hold out who is the Principal Author and Inflicter of them, and that was God the Father. 3ly. They hold out the Subject of his Sufferings, and that was his Flesh or Humane Nature;
for they were not Misery's sent on him by God, to express his Sovereignty, but the Effects of Divine justice. 2ly. The Words hold out who is the Principal Author and Inflicter of them, and that was God the Father. 3ly. They hold out the Subject of his Sufferings, and that was his Flesh or Humane Nature;
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for the Sinner confest his Sin over the head of the Sacrifice. 2ly. Christ is said to bear the Curse of the Law, Gal. 3.13. 3ly. He is said to dye in our stead, Rom. 5.8. 4ly. He is said to be a Propitiation through his Blood, Rom. 3 25. 5ly. He is said to give his Life a Ransom for many, 1 Tim. 2.6. 6ly. He is said to bear our sins in his own Body on the Tree, 1 Peter 2.24. God is said to make him sin for us, 2 Cor. 5. and last.
for the Sinner confessed his since over the head of the Sacrifice. 2ly. christ is said to bear the Curse of the Law, Gal. 3.13. 3ly. He is said to die in our stead, Rom. 5.8. 4ly. He is said to be a Propitiation through his Blood, Rom. 3 25. 5ly. He is said to give his Life a Ransom for many, 1 Tim. 2.6. 6ly. He is said to bear our Sins in his own Body on the Tree, 1 Peter 2.24. God is said to make him since for us, 2 Cor. 5. and last.
And though Christ be God-man, yet it is not incongruous to say that he satisfyed his Fathers Justice for the contempt of his Father's Authority, by the violation of that Law,
And though christ be God-man, yet it is not incongruous to say that he satisfied his Father's justice for the contempt of his Father's authority, by the violation of that Law,
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Neither is the freedom of pardoning-Grace inconsistent with this satisfaction of Christ ▪ because though Christ bought our Pardon, we did not buy it our selves,
Neither is the freedom of pardoning-Grace inconsistent with this satisfaction of christ ▪ Because though christ bought our Pardon, we did not buy it our selves,
Of Grace he accepted of Christ's suffering in our stead, he might have required personal satisfaction from our selves, And 3ly. Of Grace he gives • Faith, through which we have interest in the satisfaction;
Of Grace he accepted of Christ's suffering in our stead, he might have required personal satisfaction from our selves, And 3ly. Of Grace he gives • Faith, through which we have Interest in the satisfaction;
Neither can it be said that Christ's sufferings are not satisfactory to Justice, because they were not Eternal. For 1st. The Dignity of his Person contributed to the value of his sufferings, and therefor• it is said, God by his own Blood purchased his Flock Acts 20.28. 2ly. He bore the extremity of suffering sinlesly, and overcame them by his own Spirit in raising himself from the dead;
Neither can it be said that Christ's sufferings Are not satisfactory to justice, Because they were not Eternal. For 1st. The Dignity of his Person contributed to the valve of his sufferings, and therefor• it is said, God by his own Blood purchased his Flock Acts 20.28. 2ly. He boar the extremity of suffering sinlessly, and overcame them by his own Spirit in raising himself from the dead;
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Now the damned in Hell can neither suffe• sinlesly, nor yet relieve themselves from their Sufferings, which makes their Sufferings to be Eternal. 2ly. It tells us, the Godly may well bear wi• Chastisements for sin, seing Christ hath born the Legal Punishment. 3ly, This may encourage us to make use of Christ as a Savior, seing he can give 〈 ◊ 〉 such a Salvation as is consistent with the Justice 〈 ◊ 〉 God, he having born the punishment due to si• 4ly. This may give us an account of the Righteousness of that Providence ▪ whereby an most innocent Person was exposed to the greatest Extremitie of Misery:
Now the damned in Hell can neither suffe• sinlessly, nor yet relieve themselves from their Sufferings, which makes their Sufferings to be Eternal. 2ly. It tells us, the Godly may well bear wi• Chastisements for since, sing christ hath born the Legal Punishment. 3ly, This may encourage us to make use of christ as a Saviour, sing he can give 〈 ◊ 〉 such a Salvation as is consistent with the justice 〈 ◊ 〉 God, he having born the punishment due to si• 4ly. This may give us an account of the Righteousness of that Providence ▪ whereby an most innocent Person was exposed to the greatest Extremity of Misery:
The particulars, wherein Christ's suffering did consist, Are 1st, In that he was subject to the sinless Infirmities of our Nature. 2ly. In his Subjection to the Moral and Ceremonial Law. Gal. 4.4. 3ly. In his Temptations frae Satan. 4ly. In his Persecutions from the World. 5ly. In his Poverty. 6ly. In his Reproach Shame and Contempt he suffered from the World. 7ly.
The particulars, wherein Christ's suffering did consist, are 1st, In that he was Subject to the sinless Infirmities of our Nature. 2ly. In his Subjection to the Moral and Ceremonial Law. Gal. 4.4. 3ly. In his Temptations frae Satan. 4ly. In his Persecutions from the World. 5ly. In his Poverty. 6ly. In his Reproach Shame and Contempt he suffered from the World. 7ly.
when he said, Why hast thou forsaken me? And this suffering in his Soul consisted in his fear of being swallowed up of Wrath, see Heb 5.7, 8. which Fear was sinless,
when he said, Why hast thou forsaken me? And this suffering in his Soul consisted in his Fear of being swallowed up of Wrath, see Hebrew 5.7, 8. which fear was sinless,
because he having frail Nature and having a quick apprehension of Divine Wrath, and its unsupportableness to that Nature, without supernatural support,
Because he having frail Nature and having a quick apprehension of Divine Wrath, and its unsupportableness to that Nature, without supernatural support,
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I Answer, It was no sin, because his Mind being Finite, and being fixed in the apprehension of that terrible Object of Divine Wrath, it could be in no Natural Capacity at that same moment of time to reflect on the promises of Support, the which he did quickly after,
I Answer, It was no since, Because his Mind being Finite, and being fixed in the apprehension of that terrible Object of Divine Wrath, it could be in no Natural Capacity At that same moment of time to reflect on the promises of Support, the which he did quickly After,
when the Mind was in its Natural Capacity to do it. 2ly. His Soul-trouble consisted in the want of the sensible Enjoyment of his Fathers Love, whereof he complain• on the Cross. 3ly.
when the Mind was in its Natural Capacity to do it. 2ly. His Soul trouble consisted in the want of the sensible Enjoyment of his Father's Love, whereof he complain• on the Cross. 3ly.
From this, First, We may see the greatness of the moral ill of Sin, that brought on such sharp and sore Sufferings upon Christ. 2ly. We may see the firmness of the Commination of the Law, for i• the Threatning was exactly accomplished on the the Elects Soverty, It will be exactly accomplished on the Sinners themselves that have no interest in the sovertys satisfaction. 3ly. In Christ's severe Sufferings, ye may read the greatness of his Love. 4ly.
From this, First, We may see the greatness of the moral ill of since, that brought on such sharp and soar Sufferings upon christ. 2ly. We may see the firmness of the Commination of the Law, for i• the Threatening was exactly accomplished on thee the Elects Soverty, It will be exactly accomplished on the Sinners themselves that have no Interest in the sovertys satisfaction. 3ly. In Christ's severe Sufferings, you may read the greatness of his Love. 4ly.
when he found them sleeping, Zeal, Patience, Self-denyal and the like. &c. We may here observe, that the Text refers the inflicting of this Punishment to the Father, he tha• sent his own Son, Condemned, that is, punished si• in the flesh of his own Son:
when he found them sleeping, Zeal, Patience, Self-denial and the like. etc. We may Here observe, that the Text refers the inflicting of this Punishment to the Father, he tha• sent his own Son, Condemned, that is, punished si• in the Flesh of his own Son:
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Because he was offered to God the Father as an sacrifice, Eph. 5.2. His suffering was the accomplishment of the Father'• purpose, and brought about by the Fathers provividence, Acts 4.28. This Cup was holden to his Head by his Father, Jo. 18.11. He dyed in Obedience to his Fathers command, Jo. 10.18.
Because he was offered to God the Father as an sacrifice, Ephesians 5.2. His suffering was the accomplishment of the Father'• purpose, and brought about by the Father's provividence, Acts 4.28. This Cup was held to his Head by his Father, John 18.11. He died in obedience to his Father's command, John 10.18.
It holds out the greatness of his Love to the believing World, and gives them an ground of Assurance that there is no promise in the Covenant of Grace,
It holds out the greatness of his Love to the believing World, and gives them an ground of Assurance that there is no promise in the Covenant of Grace,
And in speaking to these Words, as they are connected with the former verse, we will speak to these 3. Things. 1st. Clear what this Righteousness of the Law is, and that it is a Righteousness. 2ly. That Christ hath acted and done it. And 3ly. That it is surely ours, and that it is fulfilled in us.
And in speaking to these Words, as they Are connected with the former verse, we will speak to these 3. Things. 1st. Clear what this Righteousness of the Law is, and that it is a Righteousness. 2ly. That christ hath acted and done it. And 3ly. That it is surely ours, and that it is fulfilled in us.
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you must know that it hath two parts; its preceptive part, and it's Comminatory part, now both these are Righteous. 1st. The preceptive part, it is Righteous, if ye consider either the Authority enjoining, or the Matter enjoined:
you must know that it hath two parts; its preceptive part, and it's Comminatory part, now both these Are Righteous. 1st. The preceptive part, it is Righteous, if you Consider either the authority enjoining, or the Matter enjoined:
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If ye look to the matter of the Law, it is Righteous, to acknowledge the Creator as our God, to give him the prescription of his own manner of Worship, to be reverend in that Worship, to give him a part of our time, to do the Relative Duties to our Superiours,
If you look to the matter of the Law, it is Righteous, to acknowledge the Creator as our God, to give him the prescription of his own manner of Worship, to be reverend in that Worship, to give him a part of our time, to do the Relative Duties to our Superiors,
as we do design the preservation of our own, and that because ou• Neighbours participate of the same nature and spring from the same common Root of Mankind.
as we do Design the preservation of our own, and that Because ou• Neighbours participate of the same nature and spring from the same Common Root of Mankind.
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And the practice of the duties of the second Table of the Law, being necessary for the preservation of humane society, clearly evinces, That that practice is Righteous.
And the practice of the duties of the second Table of the Law, being necessary for the preservation of humane society, clearly evinces, That that practice is Righteous.
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From the Righteousness of the preceptive part of the Law we infer, First, That every sin has in the bosome of it, a Rebellion against the Authority of God. 2ly. Of its own nature, it's Unrighteousness. 3ly. We see that every true Christian with Paul, must consent to the Law, and approve it as good and Righteous.
From the Righteousness of the preceptive part of the Law we infer, First, That every since has in the bosom of it, a Rebellion against the authority of God. 2ly. Of its own nature, it's Unrighteousness. 3ly. We see that every true Christian with Paul, must consent to the Law, and approve it as good and Righteous.
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and necessarly the Moral Governour of the World, hath appointed it, and he cannot err. 2ly. His Deputy within us, Our Conscience approves this punishment is due for sin. 3ly. The Intrinsick evil that is in sin deserves it.
and necessarily the Moral Governor of the World, hath appointed it, and he cannot err. 2ly. His Deputy within us, Our Conscience approves this punishment is due for since. 3ly. The Intrinsic evil that is in since deserves it.
Then look to Christ's Active obedience to the Laws Precepts; it is such an obedience as makes the sinner Righteous, Rom. 5.19. 2ly. The perfection, required by the Precepts of the Law, is to be found in Christ, Rom. 10.4.
Then look to Christ's Active Obedience to the Laws Precepts; it is such an Obedience as makes the sinner Righteous, Rom. 5.19. 2ly. The perfection, required by the Precepts of the Law, is to be found in christ, Rom. 10.4.
he could not enjoy that perfect Felicity constantly, if he had been disobedient to the Father in the least. Jo. 16.10. This obedience of Christ's flows from a principle of Love to the Father.
he could not enjoy that perfect Felicity constantly, if he had been disobedient to the Father in the least. John 16.10. This Obedience of Christ's flows from a principle of Love to the Father.
From this we may see. 1st. That Christs obedience makes him an excellent Pattern for our Imitation. 2ly. It holds out, that our Justification through Christ, hath a solid Basis, it doth establish the preceptive part of the Law, Rom. 3. last. and 10.4. 3ly. We must not now study Obedience to be justified thereby, seing Christ's compleat Obedience may be sufficient matter for our Righteousness.
From this we may see. 1st. That Christ Obedience makes him an excellent Pattern for our Imitation. 2ly. It holds out, that our Justification through christ, hath a solid Basis, it does establish the preceptive part of the Law, Rom. 3. last. and 10.4. 3ly. We must not now study obedience to be justified thereby, sing Christ's complete obedience may be sufficient matter for our Righteousness.
If ye look to the Extremity of his Suffering, He was obedient to Death, even the Death of the Cross, Phil. 2.8. 2ly. The quality of his Sufferings, he bore the whole Curse of the Law, Gal: 3.13. They were the Effects of vindictive Wrath. 3ly.
If you look to the Extremity of his Suffering, He was obedient to Death, even the Death of the Cross, Philip 2.8. 2ly. The quality of his Sufferings, he boar the Whole Curse of the Law, Gall: 3.13. They were the Effects of vindictive Wrath. 3ly.
If ye look to the Effects of his sufferings: As first, Perfect expiation of sin, Heb. 10.14. The procuring of Eternal Salvation, Heb. 5.9. 4ly If ye look to the Evidences of the compleatness of his Sufferings:
If you look to the Effects of his sufferings: As First, Perfect expiation of since, Hebrew 10.14. The procuring of Eternal Salvation, Hebrew 5.9. 4ly If you look to the Evidences of the completeness of his Sufferings:
As first his Resurrection, as being the absolution of our Soverty, Rom. 4.25. 2ly. His Session at God's right Hand, as being his Reward. see Heb. 1.3. From the perfect conformity of Christ, to the Threatning of the Law, We see how the Justification of a Believer by the Gospel, fully secures the Beleiver from Law-Vengeance. 2ly. We see we are bound to do and suffer for Christ, who has fully satisfied the Threatning of the Law for us. 3ly.
As First his Resurrection, as being the absolution of our Soverty, Rom. 4.25. 2ly. His Session At God's right Hand, as being his Reward. see Hebrew 1.3. From the perfect conformity of christ, to the Threatening of the Law, We see how the Justification of a Believer by the Gospel, Fully secures the Believer from Law-Vengeance. 2ly. We see we Are bound to do and suffer for christ, who has Fully satisfied the Threatening of the Law for us. 3ly.
We see it is very unsafe for our selves, and injurious to Christ, to judge, that either our Actions or Sufferings can come in as Partial Causes with Christ's Satisfaction to the Threatning of the Law to procure the Expiation of Sin.
We see it is very unsafe for our selves, and injurious to christ, to judge, that either our Actions or Sufferings can come in as Partial Causes with Christ's Satisfaction to the Threatening of the Law to procure the Expiation of Sin.
the Father punished sin in Christ's Flesh, and his Flesh was our Flesh. 2ly. Christ was the second Adam, and our Legal Soverty. 3ly. We have an Mystical and spiritual Union with him, we are called his Spiritual Seed. Isai. 53.10. as being born according to his Image, by the power of his Word and Spirit.
the Father punished since in Christ's Flesh, and his Flesh was our Flesh. 2ly. christ was the second Adam, and our Legal Soverty. 3ly. We have an Mystical and spiritual union with him, we Are called his Spiritual Seed. Isaiah 53.10. as being born according to his Image, by the power of his Word and Spirit.
Likeas, The soveraign Lord, and supream Governour of the World declares in the Gospel, That he accepts Christ's satisfaction to the threatning of the Law, in the place of a compleat satisfaction from Sinners,:
Like as, The sovereign Lord, and supreme Governor of the World declares in the Gospel, That he accepts Christ's satisfaction to the threatening of the Law, in the place of a complete satisfaction from Sinners,:
It calls on Actual Believers, seing they have a sure pretension to an compleat Legal Righteousness, it calls on them, I say, to expell the fears of Law Vengeance out of their Mind, it calls on them to have an quiet and peaceable Consciencece Boldness in Prayer,
It calls on Actual Believers, sing they have a sure pretension to an complete Legal Righteousness, it calls on them, I say, to expel the fears of Law Vengeance out of their Mind, it calls on them to have an quiet and peaceable Consciencece Boldness in Prayer,
and who give a ready and full obedience to their Corruption, By the things of the flesh, are meant either such outward Enjoyments as are gratifying to our Corrupt Lusts,
and who give a ready and full Obedience to their Corruption, By the things of the Flesh, Are meant either such outward Enjoyments as Are gratifying to our Corrupt Lustiest,
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That Unrenewed Men thus mind the things of the flesh appears, Because, to enjoy the Objects of their Lusts, they will not stand to commit the greatest of crimes;
That Unrenewed Men thus mind the things of the Flesh appears, Because, to enjoy the Objects of their Lustiest, they will not stand to commit the greatest of crimes;
Jeroboam would not stand to commit Idolatry to gratify his Ambition; Judas would not stick to betray his Master to gratify his Covetousness. 2ly. Unrenewed Men will expose themselves to much to ill of Spirit, and Labour of Body to obtain these Enjoyments. 3ly. They expose themselves to many Bodily dangers to enjoy them. 4ly. They have great fears of loseng them, they have a great confidence and rejoiceing in the enjoyment of them, Luke 12. The Rich Man bad his Soul take rest and be Merry. 5ly. Unrenewed Folks have an exceeding greif, when they want these Enjoyments.
Jeroboam would not stand to commit Idolatry to gratify his Ambition; Judas would not stick to betray his Master to gratify his Covetousness. 2ly. Unrenewed Men will expose themselves to much to ill of Spirit, and Labour of Body to obtain these Enjoyments. 3ly. They expose themselves to many Bodily dangers to enjoy them. 4ly. They have great fears of loseng them, they have a great confidence and rejoicing in the enjoyment of them, Lycia 12. The Rich Man bade his Soul take rest and be Merry. 5ly. Unrenewed Folks have an exceeding grief, when they want these Enjoyments.
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The Causes, why Unrenewed Fold mind the things of the Flesh, are first, Ignorance of and Infidelity about an other Life A second cause is, a wrong Set of heart, whereby they love to have their satisfaction placed in outward things, more than in God. A Third is.
The Causes, why Unrenewed Fold mind the things of the Flesh, Are First, Ignorance of and Infidelity about an other Life A second cause is, a wrong Set of heart, whereby they love to have their satisfaction placed in outward things, more than in God. A Third is.
The Evils of their thus minding the things of the flesh. Are 1st. This practice ordinarly hardens People, and gathers strength to Corruption, and makes customary sin hard to be overcome. Jer. 13.23 2ly. This course is very scandalous, and offensive to others. 3ly. It exposes Men to great smarting of Conscience for it. 4ly. It exposes them to many snares and destuction, 1 Tim. 6.9, 10. 5ly. It exposes them to great Torment, through disapointment of their expectations.
The Evils of their thus minding the things of the Flesh. are 1st. This practice ordinarily hardens People, and gathers strength to Corruption, and makes customary since hard to be overcome. Jer. 13.23 2ly. This course is very scandalous, and offensive to Others. 3ly. It exposes Men to great smarting of Conscience for it. 4ly. It exposes them to many snares and destruction, 1 Tim. 6.9, 10. 5ly. It exposes them to great Torment, through disappointment of their Expectations.
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The Use of this serves, First for Tryal: Those that mind the things of the flesh, are in a state of Nature. 2ly. It bids us pity those those that are in an unrenewed state;
The Use of this serves, First for Trial: Those that mind the things of the Flesh, Are in a state of Nature. 2ly. It bids us pity those those that Are in an unrenewed state;
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and the use of the means of Grace, see Peter's Exhortation to to Simon Magus, Acts 8.22. and Ezek. 36.37. The last part of the verse is contained in these words, Those that are after the Spirit, mind the things of the Spirit.
and the use of the means of Grace, see Peter's Exhortation to to Simon Magus, Acts 8.22. and Ezekiel 36.37. The last part of the verse is contained in these words, Those that Are After the Spirit, mind the things of the Spirit.
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Such who have an renewed Nature, whose Conversation flows from Faith and Love who are led by the Spirits motions, whose Conversations are regulated by the Law in its spiritual meaning whose Conversation hath an tendency to promote spiritual Ends, viz. The Glory of God,
Such who have an renewed Nature, whose Conversation flows from Faith and Love who Are led by the Spirits motions, whose Conversations Are regulated by the Law in its spiritual meaning whose Conversation hath an tendency to promote spiritual Ends, viz. The Glory of God,
By the things of the Spirit, are meant these Duties the New Man exerciseth himself in with Delight and these Comforts that please the new Nature, and its Felicity.
By the things of the Spirit, Are meant these Duties the New Man Exerciseth himself in with Delight and these Comforts that please the new Nature, and its Felicity.
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We may observe here, the Renewed Man mind the things of the Spirit, that is, he minds the Duti• that are pleasant and profitable to the New Natur• As 1st. The duties of the Moral Law, Paul tells 〈 ◊ 〉 in the 7 Rom. That he delights in the Law of Go• after the inward Man. 2ly. He minds the Exerci• of Faith, he sits down under Christ's shadow, wit• great delight, C•r•. 2.3. 3ly. He is much taken 〈 ◊ 〉 about the guiding of his Conscience. 1st. That 〈 ◊ 〉 Conscience may witness for his Integrity, 2 Cor. • 12. 2ly That his Conscience may testify his Tende•ness, 1 Cor. 4.2. 3ly. That it may testify his 〈 ◊ 〉 offensive walking. Acts 24.16. 4ly. That his Co•science may testify for him, that he hath an Inten• in Christ's Blood, Heb. 10.22, 4ly. The rene•ed man minds Duty, if you consider that he is careful to mix the Exercise of Grace with the Exercise of Gifts, 1 Tim. 1 14. 5ly. He is careful to Exercise the various Graces of the Spirit, as providence calls him to it. 2 Pet. 1.5. Next, as to the Comforts of the New Nature, he is an Man that hath a panting desire after fellowship with God, Psal. 63.8. and that either in Ordinances Psal. 27.4. or in Providences, Psal. 34.7.8. In the last place, the renewed man is taken up about his Felicity. As 1st. To make his Title sure to it, Phi. 3.9.10. 2ly. That he may hastily enjoy it, Phil. 3.14. 3ly. That he may keep entire friendship with God, who is the giver of it, 2 Cor. 5.8. 4ly. That he may taste something of it, before he enjoy it fully, Philip. 3. penul•. And 5ly. He commits the keeping of it to God, till he come to the Actual Enjoyment of it 2 Tim. 1.12. From this, we make an Use of Tryal of our renewed state: And 2ly. We would be exhorted, if we would be in capacity to mind the things of the Spirit, to study more Heart-renovation, by labouring to entertain the impressions of the word, without prejudice. Rom. 6.17.
We may observe Here, the Renewed Man mind the things of the Spirit, that is, he minds the Duti• that Are pleasant and profitable to the New Natur• As 1st. The duties of the Moral Law, Paul tells 〈 ◊ 〉 in the 7 Rom. That he delights in the Law of Go• After the inward Man. 2ly. He minds the Exerci• of Faith, he sits down under Christ's shadow, wit• great delight, C•r•. 2.3. 3ly. He is much taken 〈 ◊ 〉 about the guiding of his Conscience. 1st. That 〈 ◊ 〉 Conscience may witness for his Integrity, 2 Cor. • 12. 2ly That his Conscience may testify his Tende•ness, 1 Cor. 4.2. 3ly. That it may testify his 〈 ◊ 〉 offensive walking. Acts 24.16. 4ly. That his Co•science may testify for him, that he hath an Inten• in Christ's Blood, Hebrew 10.22, 4ly. The rene•ed man minds Duty, if you Consider that he is careful to mix the Exercise of Grace with the Exercise of Gifts, 1 Tim. 1 14. 5ly. He is careful to Exercise the various Graces of the Spirit, as providence calls him to it. 2 Pet. 1.5. Next, as to the Comforts of the New Nature, he is an Man that hath a panting desire After fellowship with God, Psalm 63.8. and that either in Ordinances Psalm 27.4. or in Providences, Psalm 34.7.8. In the last place, the renewed man is taken up about his Felicity. As 1st. To make his Title sure to it, Phi. 3.9.10. 2ly. That he may hastily enjoy it, Philip 3.14. 3ly. That he may keep entire friendship with God, who is the giver of it, 2 Cor. 5.8. 4ly. That he may taste something of it, before he enjoy it Fully, Philip. 3. penul•. And 5ly. He commits the keeping of it to God, till he come to the Actual Enjoyment of it 2 Tim. 1.12. From this, we make an Use of Trial of our renewed state: And 2ly. We would be exhorted, if we would be in capacity to mind the things of the Spirit, to study more Heart-renovation, by labouring to entertain the impressions of the word, without prejudice. Rom. 6.17.
many times the wickedness of men brings them to an untimeous Natural Death, and always Mens acting of Wickedness encreaseth Spiritual Death, which stands in the Al•e, nation of the Heart of Man, from conversing with God,
many times the wickedness of men brings them to an untimeous Natural Death, and always Mens acting of Wickedness increases Spiritual Death, which Stands in the Al•e, Nation of the Heart of Man, from conversing with God,
Because Spiritual Death consists in an Aversion from doing good, and a readyness to do Evil. Likeas there is a strict Connection between the sinful course of the Carnal unrenewed Mind,
Because Spiritual Death consists in an Aversion from doing good, and a readiness to do Evil. Like as there is a strict Connection between the sinful course of the Carnal unrenewed Mind,
It appears that the course of the Carnal minded Man tends to Death, because while he is in that course of Life, the Gospel and all it's promises are unsavoury to him,
It appears that the course of the Carnal minded Man tends to Death, Because while he is in that course of Life, the Gospel and all it's promises Are unsavoury to him,
and so he cannot be in case to follow the Counsels therein proposed, for escaping Eternal Death. Use 1st. Seing that such persons are running to Death, it serves to reprove them that are in this case, that are very secure and fearless, expecting that they will go to Heaven, notwithstanding of their wicked course of Life:
and so he cannot be in case to follow the Counsels therein proposed, for escaping Eternal Death. Use 1st. Sing that such Persons Are running to Death, it serves to reprove them that Are in this case, that Are very secure and fearless, expecting that they will go to Heaven, notwithstanding of their wicked course of Life:
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This security of theirs may arise 1st. From their Morality, leaning to that. 2ly. From their Formality. 3ly. From their immunity from present Trouble. 4ly. From the exercise of their common Gifts. 5ly. From their Carnal Policy, they make a Covenant with Death and Hell.
This security of theirs may arise 1st. From their Morality, leaning to that. 2ly. From their Formality. 3ly. From their immunity from present Trouble. 4ly. From the exercise of their Common Gifts. 5ly. From their Carnal Policy, they make a Covenant with Death and Hell.
Isai. 28. They think they have wit to escape the Wrath of God, let it burn never so hot. 6ly. This security comes from the Flattery of bad Ministers and false Friends.
Isaiah 28. They think they have wit to escape the Wrath of God, let it burn never so hight. 6ly. This security comes from the Flattery of bad Ministers and false Friends.
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and what is the remedy thereof. And 2ly. To Ministers, and other Godly People, to pity such, and do what they can in their station, to prevent the danger of their Folks.
and what is the remedy thereof. And 2ly. To Ministers, and other Godly People, to pity such, and do what they can in their station, to prevent the danger of their Folks.
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The Life of Grace follows on Spiritual Mindedness and the Life of Glory is connected with it, see Rom. 8.13. This is a singular advantage to have spiritual Life. For 1st.
The Life of Grace follows on Spiritual Mindedness and the Life of Glory is connected with it, see Rom. 8.13. This is a singular advantage to have spiritual Life. For 1st.
and the spiritual Life is better then the Rational. 2ly. It is the end of Christ's Death, John 4.10. 3ly. It is the same Life that he possesses, 1 John 5.11. 4ly. Tho it be obscure to Sense, yet it is sure to Faith, Col: 3.2. 5ly.
and the spiritual Life is better then the Rational. 2ly. It is the end of Christ's Death, John 4.10. 3ly. It is the same Life that he Possesses, 1 John 5.11. 4ly. Tho it be Obscure to Sense, yet it is sure to Faith, Col: 3.2. 5ly.
and disposes him to live to God, & to give him much Self-denying Obedience. Now spiritual-mindedness encreaseth this Life, because to be spiritually-minded is vigorously to act this Life,
and disposes him to live to God, & to give him much Self-denying obedience. Now spiritual-mindedness increases this Life, Because to be Spiritually minded is vigorously to act this Life,
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Since the Apostle, to prove that Spiritual Mindedness is inconsistent with the state of Condemnation, adduces this Argument, that spiritual Life attends spiritual Mindedness:
Since the Apostle, to prove that Spiritual Mindedness is inconsistent with the state of Condemnation, adduces this Argument, that spiritual Life attends spiritual Mindedness:
and indeed it is a good Ground for such an Conclusion, for spiritual Life is begun G•ory: Likeas the Christian is hereby taught to be induced to spiritual Mindedness, because it is attended with this advantage, the encrease of spiritual Life:
and indeed it is a good Ground for such an Conclusion, for spiritual Life is begun G•ory: Like as the Christian is hereby taught to be induced to spiritual Mindedness, Because it is attended with this advantage, the increase of spiritual Life:
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he has peace with his own Conscience, because he lyes near the Communication of saving Light, whereby he may discern his Interest in Gospel-Priviledges. 3ly.
he has peace with his own Conscience, Because he lies near the Communication of Saving Light, whereby he may discern his Interest in Gospel-Priviledges. 3ly.
There are three Things observable in the Text ▪ 1st. That the carnal and unrenewed Man is God's irreconcileable Enemy. 2ly. That the unrenewed Man cannot be subject to the Law, nor comply with it. And 3ly. The Man that is God's Enemy is lyable to Death:
There Are three Things observable in the Text ▪ 1st. That the carnal and unrenewed Man is God's Irreconcilable Enemy. 2ly. That the unrenewed Man cannot be Subject to the Law, nor comply with it. And 3ly. The Man that is God's Enemy is liable to Death:
For the First Observation, That the Unrenewed Man is God's Enemy, it appears, from his carriage towards Gods Law 1st. He contemns its Authority. 2ly. He vilifies the Rewards, that are promised to the Obedience of it. 3ly. He defies the Threatnings of it, Deut. 29.19. 4ly. He dislikes the Matter of it.
For the First Observation, That the Unrenewed Man is God's Enemy, it appears, from his carriage towards God's Law 1st. He contemns its authority. 2ly. He vilifies the Rewards, that Are promised to the obedience of it. 3ly. He defies the Threatenings of it, Deuteronomy 29.19. 4ly. He dislikes the Matter of it.
Secondly; It appears from his Carriage towards Gods Spirit. As 1st. He rejects his Testimony for the Gospel. 2ly. He resists his Motions. 3ly. He traduces his special Operations, whether his Works of Miracles, or his Works of Sanctification in the hearts of the Godly, Thirdly, It appears from his Carriage towards the Gospel, he slights the Acts of Grace, contained therein, Matth. 22.5. He rejects the revealed Mysteries thereof, 1 Cor. 2.4.
Secondly; It appears from his Carriage towards God's Spirit. As 1st. He rejects his Testimony for the Gospel. 2ly. He resists his Motions. 3ly. He traduces his special Operations, whither his Works of Miracles, or his Works of Sanctification in the hearts of the Godly, Thirdly, It appears from his Carriage towards the Gospel, he slights the Acts of Grace, contained therein, Matthew 22.5. He rejects the revealed Mysteres thereof, 1 Cor. 2.4.
He is an Enemy to the settlement of the Ordinance of the Gospel, and a great Enemy to the serious Preachers of it Fourthly, This Enmity kythes, by his Carriage towards the Providence of God,
He is an Enemy to the settlement of the Ordinance of the Gospel, and a great Enemy to the serious Preachers of it Fourthly, This Enmity kythes, by his Carriage towards the Providence of God,
for as the Corrupt man is ready to deny the Being of God, Psal. 14.1. So he is ready to deny the Being of Providence, Zeph. 1.12. And 2ly. He is a great Reflecter upon Providence, Mal. 3.13.
for as the Corrupt man is ready to deny the Being of God, Psalm 14.1. So he is ready to deny the Being of Providence, Zephaniah 1.12. And 2ly. He is a great Reflecter upon Providence, Malachi 3.13.
And Fifthly, this Enmity appears in his Carriage towards the Godly, his Calumniating and Persecuting the innocent Godly tells, that he hates the Image of God.
And Fifthly, this Enmity appears in his Carriage towards the Godly, his Calumniating and Persecuting the innocent Godly tells, that he hates the Image of God.
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And Sixthly, He is an Enemy to God, because he desires never to think on him, he would fain have God far from him, he saith to God, Depart from me, Job. 21. Ʋse, This speaks the Folly of the unrenewed Man, who loves to be at enmity with so powerful and good a God. 2ly. It speaks the Wickedness of his Heart, since he keeps emnity at so holy a God. 3ly. It speaks his Ingratitude, since he is an Enemy to his Benefactor. 4ly. It lets us see the Justice of Gods Judgements on the unrenewed World, since they are his stated Enemies. 5ly. It commends the Patience and Bounty of God towards his Enemies. 6ly. It teaches the Godly to discern the Power of Grace in their Conversion. 7ly. It teaches them to discern the Freedom of it, for they were once Enemies. 8ly. It gives them a great ground of Confidence, to expect the continuance of Favour;
And Sixthly, He is an Enemy to God, Because he Desires never to think on him, he would fain have God Far from him, he Says to God, Depart from me, Job. 21. Ʋse, This speaks the Folly of the unrenewed Man, who loves to be At enmity with so powerful and good a God. 2ly. It speaks the Wickedness of his Heart, since he keeps Enmity At so holy a God. 3ly. It speaks his Ingratitude, since he is an Enemy to his Benefactor. 4ly. It lets us see the justice of God's Judgments on the unrenewed World, since they Are his stated Enemies. 5ly. It commends the Patience and Bounty of God towards his Enemies. 6ly. It Teaches the Godly to discern the Power of Grace in their Conversion. 7ly. It Teaches them to discern the Freedom of it, for they were once Enemies. 8ly. It gives them a great ground of Confidence, to expect the Continuance of Favour;
while they are in that state, seing they are his Enemies. For the 2d. Observation, That the unrenewed man cannot comply with the Law. 1st. They cannot comply with the Ends of the Law. 2ly. They cannot practise the Duties enjoyned by the Law.
while they Are in that state, sing they Are his Enemies. For the 2d. Observation, That the unrenewed man cannot comply with the Law. 1st. They cannot comply with the Ends of the Law. 2ly. They cannot practise the Duties enjoined by the Law.
and •blick Good, but the Corrupt man obeys only •rough fear. and not from Conscience. Neither 〈 ◊ 〉 they obey the Duties enjoined in the 6th. 7th. 〈 ◊ 〉, and 9•h.
and •blick Good, but the Corrupt man obeys only •rough Fear. and not from Conscience. Neither 〈 ◊ 〉 they obey the Duties enjoined in the 6th. 7th. 〈 ◊ 〉, and 9•h.
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and that from •pure and sincere Love to our Neighbour. Now Pride marrs men from a Conscientious Obedience • the 5th. Command, so Corrupt Selfishness marrs •em from a Conscientious Obedience to rest;
and that from •pure and sincere Love to our Neighbour. Now Pride mars men from a Conscientious obedience • the 5th. Command, so Corrupt Selfishness mars •em from a Conscientious obedience to rest;
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for •orrupt Selfishness will encline men to pursue Satisfa•ion to their Lusts, notwithstanding that satisfaction •ould be attended with the detriment of their Neigh•ur.
for •orrupt Selfishness will incline men to pursue Satisfa•ion to their Lustiest, notwithstanding that satisfaction •ould be attended with the detriment of their Neigh•ur.
so we would not give way to unmortified Lusts, we would not place our Happiness in getting satisfaction to these for it is a sinful satisfaction, it is a vain and empty satisfaction, attended with many Disappointments, many foolish and groundless Expectations and it is a comfortless satisfaction at the hour 〈 ◊ 〉 Death.
so we would not give Way to unmortified Lustiest, we would not place our Happiness in getting satisfaction to these for it is a sinful satisfaction, it is a vain and empty satisfaction, attended with many Disappointments, many foolish and groundless Expectations and it is a comfortless satisfaction At the hour 〈 ◊ 〉 Death.
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THE Apostle inferrs from this, That the Carnal Mind is enmity against God, because no subject to his Law, That therefore these that are • the Flesh, That is, those that are carnally minded cannot please God, That is, God is not in a state o• Friendship with them,
THE Apostle infers from this, That the Carnal Mind is enmity against God, Because no Subject to his Law, That Therefore these that Are • the Flesh, That is, those that Are carnally minded cannot please God, That is, God is not in a state o• Friendship with them,
as rewardable by him and if their Actions be not acceptable and rewardable, the Apostle takes it for granted, that their Persons cannot be accepted of God,
as rewardable by him and if their Actions be not acceptable and rewardable, the Apostle Takes it for granted, that their Persons cannot be accepted of God,
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nor reconciled t• him, and we know that the Non-acceptableness of the unrenewed mans Actions to God, is well inferred from the opposition of his unrenewed Nature to the Law.
nor reconciled t• him, and we know that the Non-acceptableness of the unrenewed men Actions to God, is well inferred from the opposition of his unrenewed Nature to the Law.
for the Evil that is mixed with them, as appears by the 1. of Hosea, the Threatning against the House of Jehu, for the blood of Jezriel. Now for the 1st.
for the Evil that is mixed with them, as appears by the 1. of Hosea, the Threatening against the House of Jehu, for the blood of Jezriel. Now for the 1st.
Observation, That God is not reconciled to those that are unrenewed, is clear, Because none can be reconciled to God but those that have an interest in Christ,
Observation, That God is not reconciled to those that Are unrenewed, is clear, Because none can be reconciled to God but those that have an Interest in christ,
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For the Apostle, in the 4. of the Thess. proves, That we are called to Holiness because he has given us of his holy Spirit, vers. 7, 8. 2ly. Christs Errand is to save his People from their Sins, Mat. 1.21.
For the Apostle, in the 4. of the Thess Proves, That we Are called to Holiness Because he has given us of his holy Spirit, vers. 7, 8. 2ly. Christ Errand is to save his People from their Sins, Mathew 1.21.
And therefore those that Christ reconciles to God, he must renew, seing his Salvation includes in it, aswell the abolition of the Power of Sin by renovation, as the removal of the guilt of it by reconciliation;
And Therefore those that christ reconciles to God, he must renew, sing his Salvation includes in it, aswell the abolition of the Power of since by renovation, as the removal of the guilt of it by reconciliation;
and yet be free of Punis•ment. 3ly. To say that People can be reconcile to God, and yet unrenewed, is to say that Christ cannot by Water as well as by Blood:
and yet be free of Punis•ment. 3ly. To say that People can be reconcile to God, and yet unrenewed, is to say that christ cannot by Water as well as by Blood:
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It is to de• a great part of the vertue of the Redeemer. 4 To assert this, that People may be reconciled to G• and yet unrenewed, is to say, that God misses t• designed End that he hath before him, in reconci•ing them to himself,
It is to de• a great part of the virtue of the Redeemer. 4 To assert this, that People may be reconciled to G• and yet unrenewed, is to say, that God misses t• designed End that he hath before him, in reconci•ing them to himself,
and that Satan may have 〈 ◊ 〉 plea against them, to detain them under his Tyrrany. 2. He designs to bring them to himself, have access to him, to be consecrate Temples him, Eph. 2.21. He designs to have their way ple•sing to him, Psal. 37.23.
and that Satan may have 〈 ◊ 〉 plea against them, to detain them under his Tyranny. 2. He designs to bring them to himself, have access to him, to be consecrate Temples him, Ephesians 2.21. He designs to have their Way ple•sing to him, Psalm 37.23.
He designs to make •irself lovely to them, and to make them take Delig• in him, Rom. 5.10, 11. And he designs by Reco•ciliation, to present them holy and blameless in 〈 ◊ 〉 sight, Col. 1.20, 21. Now none of these Ends, th• God intends to bring about by reconciling his Pe•ple to himself, can be attained without Renovatio• Ʋse 1st.
He designs to make •irself lovely to them, and to make them take Delig• in him, Rom. 5.10, 11. And he designs by Reco•ciliation, to present them holy and blameless in 〈 ◊ 〉 sighed, Col. 1.20, 21. Now none of these Ends, th• God intends to bring about by reconciling his Pe•ple to himself, can be attained without Renovatio• Ʋse 1st.
To Instruct the unrenewed anent the great misery, God is their stated Enemy, and • their Blessings are Snares, their Crosses are Curse and Pledges of their Eternal Ruine, they have • access to God in their mi•ery,
To Instruct the unrenewed anent the great misery, God is their stated Enemy, and • their Blessings Are Snares, their Crosses Are Curse and Pledges of their Eternal Ruin, they have • access to God in their mi•ery,
and there are many sorts of such Persons. As 1st. The Moralists 2ly. The Formalists. Luke 18.11. and 12. 3ly. The Partial Reformer, Mark 10.21. 4ly. The Temporary Believer, see Heb. 6. and the Parable of the Sower. 5ly. Such as lean to their wide Profession and their Name amongst the Godly. Math. 25.3. Use 3. Is of Exhortation, To Exhort these that are unrenewed to do their best for the change of their State;
and there Are many sorts of such Persons. As 1st. The Moralists 2ly. The Formalists. Lycia 18.11. and 12. 3ly. The Partial Reformer, Mark 10.21. 4ly. The Temporary Believer, see Hebrew 6. and the Parable of the Sour. 5ly. Such as lean to their wide Profession and their Name among the Godly. Math. 25.3. Use 3. Is of Exhortation, To Exhort these that Are unrenewed to do their best for the change of their State;
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And for this Effect, they would Pray to be delivered from the Bond of Iniquity, this is Peters advice to Simon Magus, Acts, 8.2. Direction for change of their state is, Jam. 1.21.
And for this Effect, they would Pray to be Delivered from the Bound of Iniquity, this is Peter's Advice to Simon Magus, Acts, 8.2. Direction for change of their state is, Jam. 1.21.
if ye allow your selves in an continued Rebellion against the divine Law, ye are certainly unrenewed. Use 5th. Is of Consolation and Exhortation, to the truely Godly and renewed;
if you allow your selves in an continued Rebellion against the divine Law, you Are Certainly unrenewed. Use 5th. Is of Consolation and Exhortation, to the truly Godly and renewed;
and those that a• in the Spirit, denying the priviledge of Non-co•demnation to the first ▪ and allowing it to the secon• And indeed it is not Gods will, that renewed fo• should forbear applying Reconciliation to themselv• for this confident Application, would make way fo• confident walk and converse with God,
and those that a• in the Spirit, denying the privilege of Non-co•demnation to the First ▪ and allowing it to the secon• And indeed it is not God's will, that renewed fo• should forbear applying Reconciliation to themselv• for this confident Application, would make Way fo• confident walk and converse with God,
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Because they have not the Image God, neither are they Objects of his Complacen• he hates the Workers of Iniquity, Psal. 5.5.5 The Action it self is wholly Flesh and corrupt, b•cause flowing from himself, without the assistance the Spirit,
Because they have not the Image God, neither Are they Objects of his Complacen• he hates the Workers of Iniquity, Psalm 5.5.5 The Actium it self is wholly Flesh and corrupt, b•cause flowing from himself, without the assistance the Spirit,
when they find it otherways, 1st. 58.3. 2ly. They believe the acceptance of th• Charity. 3ly. Their suffering for their Professio• 4ly. They believe their acceptance of their Zeal f• publick Reformation:
when they find it otherways, 1st. 58.3. 2ly. They believe the acceptance of th• Charity. 3ly. Their suffering for their Professio• 4ly. They believe their acceptance of their Zeal f• public Reformation:
The cause of this mis•a• is, the Ignorance of the Spirituality of Gods Natur• and the Spirituality of his Law. 2ly. Their Ignorance of the great obligations they ly under to Go• which makes them think, that God is obliged to accept of the meanest peice of service done by there A 3d. Cause is, Their overlooking the deceitfulness and wickedness of their Heart. 4th. Cause is, Self-Love, whereby they are inclined to overvalue all they do. 5th. Cause is, their few Reflections upon their great and many Sins.
The cause of this mis•a• is, the Ignorance of the Spirituality of God's Natur• and the Spirituality of his Law. 2ly. Their Ignorance of the great obligations they lie under to Go• which makes them think, that God is obliged to accept of the Meanest piece of service done by there A 3d. Cause is, Their overlooking the deceitfulness and wickedness of their Heart. 4th. Cause is, Self-Love, whereby they Are inclined to overvalue all they do. 5th. Cause is, their few Reflections upon their great and many Sins.
and under the want of Temporal Rewards for them, and under the Afflictions that may attend them for the tryal of their Constancy therein, They would not be discouraged from this belief for the sinful imperfections that attend them, see Rev. 2.4 and 5. See Rachabs case in hiding of the Spyes, God accepted of the service, who tho he does not approve of the Lye,
and under the want of Temporal Rewards for them, and under the Afflictions that may attend them for the trial of their Constancy therein, They would not be discouraged from this belief for the sinful imperfections that attend them, see Rev. 2.4 and 5. See Rachabs case in hiding of the Spies, God accepted of the service, who though he does not approve of the Lie,
Neither should they be discouraged from their after-faillings, The weakness of Moses Parents, in exposing the Child to danger in the Ark of Bull-rushes, did not hinder God to notice their Faith in the Preservation of the Child three Moneths.
Neither should they be discouraged from their after-faillings, The weakness of Moses Parents, in exposing the Child to danger in the Ark of Bulrushes, did not hinder God to notice their Faith in the Preservation of the Child three Months.
the opposition the people met with in Building the Temple, In the days of Nehemiah, should not have marred the faith of their Acceptance, in the doing of it.
the opposition the people met with in Building the Temple, In the days of Nehemiah, should not have marred the faith of their Acceptance, in the doing of it.
Neither should they be discouraged from the faith of this Acceptance, because of the Afflictions that do immediatly attend the doing of Gods Service;
Neither should they be discouraged from the faith of this Acceptance, Because of the Afflictions that do immediately attend the doing of God's Service;
We would give some Directions to the Godly; Whereby they may win the more easily to the faith of this acceptance. As 1st. What they do, they would do it from Faith, seing what is not done from faith is Sin, Rom. 14.23.
We would give Some Directions to the Godly; Whereby they may win the more Easily to the faith of this acceptance. As 1st. What they do, they would do it from Faith, sing what is not done from faith is since, Rom. 14.23.
Direction is, They would do what they do from Love. 1 Cor. 13. and 1. A 3d. Direction is, They would do it from Self denyal, in respect to God's Glory, Abrahams offering up of Isaac was accepted of God,
Direction is, They would do what they do from Love. 1 Cor. 13. and 1. A 3d. Direction is, They would do it from Self denial, in respect to God's Glory, Abrahams offering up of Isaac was accepted of God,
because then the Action does not flow from Corruption. A 5th. Direction is, They would reflect upon the Spiritual Rewards that God bestows upon them, to testifie the acceptance of their Service; such as these 1st. The giving them more meanes of Knowledge, and encrease of Light, as he did to Cornelius, Acts 10.6. 2ly. Greater manifestations of his Love, see John 4. and •3. 3ly. A greater measure of assistance, for doing Duty, 1 Tim. 4.14. 4ly. He gives them fairer opportunities of doing God great Service, and in keeping them from the Evil of Temptations. Rev. 3.10. 5ly. In suiteing their Tryals to their strength, see Mal. 3.17.
Because then the Actium does not flow from Corruption. A 5th. Direction is, They would reflect upon the Spiritual Rewards that God bestows upon them, to testify the acceptance of their Service; such as these 1st. The giving them more means of Knowledge, and increase of Light, as he did to Cornelius, Acts 10.6. 2ly. Greater manifestations of his Love, see John 4. and •3. 3ly. A greater measure of assistance, for doing Duty, 1 Tim. 4.14. 4ly. He gives them Fairer opportunities of doing God great Service, and in keeping them from the Evil of Temptations. Rev. 3.10. 5ly. In suiting their Trials to their strength, see Malachi 3.17.
And a 6th Reward is their prevailence with God in Prayer, see Ezek. 14. where it said, that Noah, Job and Daniel had much power with God, because of their Piety.
And a 6th Reward is their prevailence with God in Prayer, see Ezekiel 14. where it said, that Noah, Job and daniel had much power with God, Because of their Piety.
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Verse 9 But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit: If so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you &c. HEre the Apostle makes an Application of his Doctrine, He applyes an priviledge of Non-condemnation to the Roman's, because Charitably he constructs them Renewed:
Verse 9 But you Are not in the Flesh, but in the Spirit: If so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you etc. Here the Apostle makes an Application of his Doctrine, He Applies an privilege of Noncondemnation to the Roman's, Because Charitably he constructs them Renewed:
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and lest they should slight this Mark, or try by other false Marks, he gives them a peremptory certification, That if they want the Spirit of Christ, they have nothing to do with him.
and lest they should slight this Mark, or try by other false Marks, he gives them a peremptory certification, That if they want the Spirit of christ, they have nothing to do with him.
And likeways they should press People by peremptory Certifications, to make enquiry, whether they have these solid Marks or no, left either they neglect to try themselves by these Marks,
And likeways they should press People by peremptory Certifications, to make enquiry, whither they have these solid Marks or no, left either they neglect to try themselves by these Marks,
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But by it is meant, the Gracious and continuing presence of the Spirit, produceing these Effects in Believers, viz. Illumination, Supplication, Consolation, and Sanctification.
But by it is meant, the Gracious and Continuing presence of the Spirit, producing these Effects in Believers, viz. Illumination, Supplication, Consolation, and Sanctification.
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The Indwelling Spirit produces Illumination, By opening the understanding, that they may know the Scriptures. Luke. 25.45. By taking away the Vail that is on the Mind in Reading of the Word.
The Indwelling Spirit produces Illumination, By opening the understanding, that they may know the Scriptures. Lycia. 25.45. By taking away the vail that is on the Mind in Reading of the Word.
He proves an Spirit of Illumination, by discovering the Glory of God, in the face of Christ Jesus, by letting us see, that all the perfections of the Divine Nature, do manifest themselves clearly in the Mediators Work of Mediation. 2 Cor. 4 6. He opens the Eyes of Men,
He Proves an Spirit of Illumination, by discovering the Glory of God, in the face of christ jesus, by letting us see, that all the perfections of the Divine Nature, do manifest themselves clearly in the Mediators Work of Mediation. 2 Cor. 4 6. He Opens the Eyes of Men,
for the want of which, those are destroyed, that are spoken of, 2 Thess. 2. and 10. And this Illumination is attended with the Faith of Truth revealed:
for the want of which, those Are destroyed, that Are spoken of, 2 Thess 2. and 10. And this Illumination is attended with the Faith of Truth revealed:
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Therefore Christ's says that every one that is Taught of the Father comes to him. Joh. 6. 2ly. This Spirit he is a Spirit of Prayer, by making us Pray Fervently, Submissively, and Regularly. Rom. 8.26. Believingly, 8.15. In the Name of Christ. Eph. 2.18. Penitently. Zech. 12.10. for all Saints, Eph. 6.18. Perseveringly, Ibid. and singly out of a pure Heart.
Therefore Christ's Says that every one that is Taught of the Father comes to him. John 6. 2ly. This Spirit he is a Spirit of Prayer, by making us Pray Fervently, Submissively, and Regularly. Rom. 8.26. Believingly, 8.15. In the Name of christ. Ephesians 2.18. Penitently. Zechariah 12.10. for all Saints, Ephesians 6.18. Perseveringly, Ibid and singly out of a pure Heart.
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Next, The Indwelling Spirit is the Author of Sanctification, First, By exciteing Repentance. Zech. 12.10. And this is done by manifesting many Evils in the Heart;
Next, The Indwelling Spirit is the Author of Sanctification, First, By exciting Repentance. Zechariah 12.10. And this is done by manifesting many Evils in the Heart;
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and the Moral Evil of sin. 2ly. He sanctifies, by applying the Word. Joh. 17.17. 1 Pet. 1.23. By applying the Command, to make the Conscience stand in awe, by applying the promise to outbid Temptations, by applying the Threatnings to restrain them from outbreaking in sin.
and the Moral Evil of since. 2ly. He Sanctifies, by applying the Word. John 17.17. 1 Pet. 1.23. By applying the Command, to make the Conscience stand in awe, by applying the promise to outbid Temptations, by applying the Threatenings to restrain them from outbreaking in since.
He proves a Comforter, because he helps the People of God, to apply the Promise, for which cause he is called the Spirit of Promise, Eph. 1.13. 3ly. He Comforts as a Witness; He Witnesses to our Adoption.
He Proves a Comforter, Because he helps the People of God, to apply the Promise, for which cause he is called the Spirit of Promise, Ephesians 1.13. 3ly. He Comforts as a Witness; He Witnesses to our Adoption.
For instruction, This lets us see, why many of the Godly are not Assured of their renewed state, It is because through grieving of the Spirit, the presence of the indwelling spirit, is not so clear to them. Use 2d. Of Consolation to the Godly, that have this Indwelling Spirit, They would from this conclude the Renovation of their state;
For instruction, This lets us see, why many of the Godly Are not Assured of their renewed state, It is Because through grieving of the Spirit, the presence of the indwelling Spirit, is not so clear to them. Use 2d. Of Consolation to the Godly, that have this Indwelling Spirit, They would from this conclude the Renovation of their state;
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They may have the Spirit of Prayer in them, though they have not that withgate and liberty in Praying through a defect of the Gift of Prayer, which stands in a clearness of Conception of things needful, and a clearness of Expression;
They may have the Spirit of Prayer in them, though they have not that withgate and liberty in Praying through a defect of the Gift of Prayer, which Stands in a clearness of Conception of things needful, and a clearness of Expression;
if they have fervent single desires after spiritual good, and these desires put up in the Name of Christ. 3ly. They would consider that tho Believers may want sometimes, that Peace passing understanding, that Joy unspeakable and Glorious, the Spirits Testimony for their Aodption, that full and free Application of the Promises:
if they have fervent single Desires After spiritual good, and these Desires put up in the Name of christ. 3ly. They would Consider that tho Believers may want sometime, that Peace passing understanding, that Joy unspeakable and Glorious, the Spirits Testimony for their Aodption, that full and free Application of the Promises:
and calmness in their Conscience, as makes them cheerfully go about their duty, and hear their Crosses. 4ly. They would consider, That the Spirit may be a sanctifying Spirit to such who are overtaken with Temptations at a time, Gal. 6.1. and whose fervour of their first Love is abated. Rev. 2.5.
and calmness in their Conscience, as makes them cheerfully go about their duty, and hear their Crosses. 4ly. They would Consider, That the Spirit may be a sanctifying Spirit to such who Are overtaken with Temptations At a time, Gal. 6.1. and whose fervour of their First Love is abated. Rev. 2.5.
as Daniel did, Daniel. 9. 2ly. By being constantly exact in our Life, which ministers confidence to us in Prayer. 3ly. By Examining our own Condition, that we may not want matter for Prayer, when we go to God. 3ly.
as daniel did, daniel. 9. 2ly. By being constantly exact in our Life, which Ministers confidence to us in Prayer. 3ly. By Examining our own Condition, that we may not want matter for Prayer, when we go to God. 3ly.
We would entertain the Spirit of Sanctification, by watching against Temptations, and by the use of all appointed meanes for the Communicating of the Spirits Grace,
We would entertain the Spirit of Sanctification, by watching against Temptations, and by the use of all appointed means for the Communicating of the Spirits Grace,
and by knowing the plagues of your own Heart, ye may know what Evils ye are mostly to set your selves against, by Repenting for them, Praying against them,
and by knowing the plagues of your own Heart, you may know what Evils you Are mostly to Set your selves against, by Repenting for them, Praying against them,
and watching in opposition against them. 4ly. Ye would entertain the spirit of Consolation. As 1st. By improving his Comforts, to make you Cheerfully obey, Ast• 9.31. And 2ly. By forebearing to drench your self too much in Worldly Comforts. Jo. 14.17.
and watching in opposition against them. 4ly. You would entertain the Spirit of Consolation. As 1st. By improving his Comforts, to make you Cheerfully obey, Ast• 9.31. And 2ly. By forebearing to drench your self too much in Worldly Comforts. John 14.17.
And this is given on purpose to make the Romans make enquiry, whether they have the Spirit or not, This Spirit is called the Spirit of Christ. 1st. Because he meritoriously procures him. Gal. 3.14. 2•y.
And this is given on purpose to make the Romans make enquiry, whither they have the Spirit or not, This Spirit is called the Spirit of christ. 1st. Because he meritoriously procures him. Gal. 3.14. 2•y.
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than any of his Members, John 3.34. Isa. 61.1. 3ly. The Communication of the Spirit flowes from his Intercession, John 14.16, 4ly• The dispensation of the Spirit is from him, John 15.26. and 16.7. And 5ly. The Spirits Work • to glorify him, and to apply his Purchase, John 16.14. From the Words observe, 1st.
than any of his Members, John 3.34. Isaiah 61.1. 3ly. The Communication of the Spirit flows from his Intercession, John 14.16, 4ly• The Dispensation of the Spirit is from him, John 15.26. and 16.7. And 5ly. The Spirits Work • to Glorify him, and to apply his Purchase, John 16.14. From the Words observe, 1st.
That all that have not the Spirit of Christ are none of his, The meaning is not, that these that have not Christs Spirit, they are none of them elected,
That all that have not the Spirit of christ Are none of his, The meaning is not, that these that have not Christ Spirit, they Are none of them elected,
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or that the Salvation of such is not transacted for in the Covenant of Redemption, for the Elect themselves may be Children of Wrath, Eph. 2.2. and void of Christ• Spirit alse well as others.
or that the Salvation of such is not transacted for in the Covenant of Redemption, for the Elect themselves may be Children of Wrath, Ephesians 2.2. and void of Christ• Spirit also well as Others.
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But the meaning is, that the man that wants the Illuminating, Praying, Sanctifying, and Comforting Spirit, Christ hath no• that Interest in them, that he hath in Actual Believers;
But the meaning is, that the man that Wants the Illuminating, Praying, Sanctifying, and Comforting Spirit, christ hath no• that Interest in them, that he hath in Actual Believers;
they do not so belong to him, as they do• that is, by vertue of the Fathers actual Donation i• time, which stands in effectual Vocation, John 6.37, 38. they may be entrusted to him in the Covenant of Redemption,
they do not so belong to him, as they do• that is, by virtue of the Father's actual Donation i• time, which Stands in effectual Vocation, John 6.37, 38. they may be Entrusted to him in the Covenant of Redemption,
but yet if they be void of Christ• Spirit, they are not effectually Called. 2ly. They do not belong to him, by vertue of their persona• Resignation to him, they cannot offer themselve• as a living and acceptable Sacrifice to him, without Christs Spirit. 3ly.
but yet if they be void of Christ• Spirit, they Are not effectually Called. 2ly. They do not belong to him, by virtue of their persona• Resignation to him, they cannot offer themselve• as a living and acceptable Sacrifice to him, without Christ Spirit. 3ly.
for as that Union is made up of Faith on our part, Eph. 3.17. so it is made up by the Communication of his Spirit on his part, 1 Cor. 6.17. 5ly. They are not his, by that near relation of his Spiritual marriage, so as to be his Spouse;
for as that union is made up of Faith on our part, Ephesians 3.17. so it is made up by the Communication of his Spirit on his part, 1 Cor. 6.17. 5ly. They Are not his, by that near Relation of his Spiritual marriage, so as to be his Spouse;
It's true, Christ may be engaged, by vertue of the Covenant of Redemption to bring some, who for the present are void of Christs Spirit, into an Estate of Justification Adoption and Sanctification. But for Answer, 1st. That Obligation lyes not on him, by vertue of the Covenant of Grace made with the Church.
It's true, christ may be engaged, by virtue of the Covenant of Redemption to bring Some, who for the present Are void of Christ Spirit, into an Estate of Justification Adoption and Sanctification. But for Answer, 1st. That Obligation lies not on him, by virtue of the Covenant of Grace made with the Church.
Likeways when he undertakes to possess them of an Estate of Justification, Adoption and Glory, he doth not undertake to bring them into that 〈 ◊ 〉 state and Condition,
Likeways when he undertakes to possess them of an Estate of Justification, Adoption and Glory, he does not undertake to bring them into that 〈 ◊ 〉 state and Condition,
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and that they should be voi• of the Spirits Presence while they are in that Estate but he undertakes to bring them into that Estate b• Communicating of his Spirit to them.
and that they should be voi• of the Spirits Presence while they Are in that Estate but he undertakes to bring them into that Estate b• Communicating of his Spirit to them.
Now, that no man that wants the Spirit of Christ can so belong to him, as actual Believers do, appear• by this, we cannot belong to Christ without receiving him,
Now, that no man that Wants the Spirit of christ can so belong to him, as actual Believers do, appear• by this, we cannot belong to christ without receiving him,
the reason of this Mistake is They believe that an external Profession of the Christian Faith, is sufficient to Entitle them to Christ, and these Priviledges; for this, see Mat. 7.21. a• Rom. 2.28, 29. 2d.
the reason of this Mistake is They believe that an external Profession of the Christian Faith, is sufficient to Entitle them to christ, and these Privileges; for this, see Mathew 7.21. a• Rom. 2.28, 29. 2d.
though they be voi• of Christs Spirit, yet they have an Interest in Christ and in the Gospel, Against this, see Rom. 2. 2• If thou break the Law, thy Circumcision is made uncircumcision.
though they be voi• of Christ Spirit, yet they have an Interest in christ and in the Gospel, Against this, see Rom. 2. 2• If thou break the Law, thy Circumcision is made uncircumcision.
It is true, that Baptism gives those that are baptised, who are not Ignorant o• Scandalous, a Right to join with the Church, in al• Church-Institutions,
It is true, that Baptism gives those that Are baptised, who Are not Ignorant o• Scandalous, a Right to join with the Church, in al• Church-Institutions,
but Christ tells us Mat. 5.20. That our Righteousness must exceed the Righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, otherways we cannot enter into the Kingdom of God. A 4th. Cause is, They think the great and sole End of Christs Mission is, to free them from the Guilt and Curse of the Law;
but christ tells us Mathew 5.20. That our Righteousness must exceed the Righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, otherways we cannot enter into the Kingdom of God. A 4th. Cause is, They think the great and sole End of Christ Mission is, to free them from the Gilded and Curse of the Law;
so they make Christ the Minister of Sin. See Gal. 2.17. The folly of thir Persons is evidenced from this, That Christs Errand into the World was, to Redeem us from all Iniquity and to purify to himself a Peculiar People, zealous of good Works. A 5th.
so they make christ the Minister of Sin. See Gal. 2.17. The folly of their Persons is evidenced from this, That Christ Errand into the World was, to redeem us from all Iniquity and to purify to himself a Peculiar People, zealous of good Works. A 5th.
But to undeceive such, they would consider, that those that have the strivings of the Spirit, they do not fulfill the Lusts of the Flesh, the External Conversation is regular, although the inward Frame with Paul, as Rom. 7. may want some Degrees of Perfection.
But to undeceive such, they would Consider, that those that have the strivings of the Spirit, they do not fulfil the Lustiest of the Flesh, the External Conversation is regular, although the inward Frame with Paul, as Rom. 7. may want Some Degrees of Perfection.
So it plainly supposeth that all those, that have a peculiar Interest in him, have this great Priviledge of the Presence of his Spirit. I shall clear 1st. That it is so. 2ly. Confirm it, by telling you what are the Causes, from whence the presence of the Spirit flowes. 3ly. What are the Ends and Uses for which God bestows this Benefit on Believers. 4ly. We shall exhort the People of God, to improve this Benefite, and not to lye out in the use making of it. And 5ly.
So it plainly Supposeth that all those, that have a peculiar Interest in him, have this great Privilege of the Presence of his Spirit. I shall clear 1st. That it is so. 2ly. Confirm it, by telling you what Are the Causes, from whence the presence of the Spirit flows. 3ly. What Are the Ends and Uses for which God bestows this Benefit on Believers. 4ly. We shall exhort the People of God, to improve this Benefit, and not to lie out in the use making of it. And 5ly.
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their distinct, clear, near, and solid Views of the sublime Mysteries of Gods Covenant, that the sharpest Witts that want the Spirit reckon foolishness, 1 Cor. 2.12. That Illumination discovers it self in a Presence of the Spirit. 2. The Work of Sanctification discovers it;
their distinct, clear, near, and solid Views of the sublime Mysteres of God's Covenant, that the Sharpest Wits that want the Spirit reckon foolishness, 1 Cor. 2.12. That Illumination discovers it self in a Presence of the Spirit. 2. The Work of Sanctification discovers it;
and the whole conversation, the constancy of the Change, the suddenness of it, and that it is carried over great and manifold Obstructions, from Allurements and Terrors, from bad Counsel and bad Custom, from many false Suggestions of a deceitful Heart,
and the Whole Conversation, the constancy of the Change, the suddenness of it, and that it is carried over great and manifold Obstructions, from Allurements and Terrors, from bad Counsel and bad Custom, from many false Suggestions of a deceitful Heart,
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and terrours within. 4. Their Devotions clears it, if you consider their single, humble, fervent, spiritual and confident Desires, persevered in, notwithstanding of Guilt, Corruption, Misery and Repulses;
and terrors within. 4. Their Devotions clears it, if you Consider their single, humble, fervent, spiritual and confident Desires, persevered in, notwithstanding of Gilded, Corruption, Misery and Repulses;
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surely such Desires come from no other Principle, than the Omnipotent Spirit of God. The Causes of this Gift, may be 1st. The Internal moving Cause, is, Electing Love. 2ly. The Meritorious Cause is, Christs Satisfaction, Gal. 3.13, 14. 3ly. The Procuring Cause, is Christs Intercession, John 14.16. 4ly. The Dispensing Cause is, Christ himself, John 16.7. and 15.26 5ly. The Final Causes and Ends of this Gift, are these, following. He is given 1st.
surely such Desires come from no other Principle, than the Omnipotent Spirit of God. The Causes of this Gift, may be 1st. The Internal moving Cause, is, Electing Love. 2ly. The Meritorious Cause is, Christ Satisfaction, Gal. 3.13, 14. 3ly. The Procuring Cause, is Christ Intercession, John 14.16. 4ly. The Dispensing Cause is, christ himself, John 16.7. and 15.26 5ly. The Final Causes and Ends of this Gift, Are these, following. He is given 1st.
As an Illuminator, to guide us into all Truth. John 16.13. and to direct us in dubious Cases, and lead us, Rom. 8.14. 2d. End is to help our Infirmity in Prayer, Rom. 8.26. 3d. Is to comfort us in our Trouble, John 14.16 A 4th. Is to sanctify us, 1 Thess. 4.7. A 5th. Is to be the Earnest of our Inheritance, and to strengthen our Hope thereof, Eph. 1.19. A 6th. End is, he is Gods Mark and Seal upon us, till the Day of Redemption, to obstruct the Worlds Calumnies, whereby they calumniate us as Hypocrites;
As an Illuminator, to guide us into all Truth. John 16.13. and to Direct us in dubious Cases, and led us, Rom. 8.14. 2d. End is to help our Infirmity in Prayer, Rom. 8.26. 3d. Is to Comfort us in our Trouble, John 14.16 A 4th. Is to sanctify us, 1 Thess 4.7. A 5th. Is to be the Earnest of our Inheritance, and to strengthen our Hope thereof, Ephesians 1.19. A 6th. End is, he is God's Mark and Seal upon us, till the Day of Redemption, to obstruct the World's Calumnies, whereby they calumniate us as Hypocrites;
and to hinder us to dispose upon our selves as we were our own. And 7ly. That his Presence may be a standing Witness, in, and to the World, of the Truth of Christianity, 1 John 5.10. As to the 4th. Thing, how to improve this Gift, we have by Promise from the Fathers Love, Christs Merite and Intercession. 1st. Believe, that God will give us this promised Mercy, Eph. 1.13. 2ly. We would pray for it, Luke 11.13. 3ly. We would obey the Spirits Motions, Gal. 5. penult. 4ly. Grieve not the Spirit, and meddle not with these sins mentioned, Eph. 4.30. 5ly. Savour the things of the Spirit, and have an high esteem of Spiritual Priviledges Rom. 8.4. A 2d.
and to hinder us to dispose upon our selves as we were our own. And 7ly. That his Presence may be a standing Witness, in, and to the World, of the Truth of Christianity, 1 John 5.10. As to the 4th. Thing, how to improve this Gift, we have by Promise from the Father's Love, Christ Merit and Intercession. 1st. Believe, that God will give us this promised Mercy, Ephesians 1.13. 2ly. We would pray for it, Lycia 11.13. 3ly. We would obey the Spirits Motions, Gal. 5. penult. 4ly. Grieve not the Spirit, and meddle not with these Sins mentioned, Ephesians 4.30. 5ly. Savour the things of the Spirit, and have an high esteem of Spiritual Privileges Rom. 8.4. A 2d.
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and question Christs Interest in them, and theirs in him; and that First on the account of their Miseries, Crosses and Mortalitie. 2ly. On account of the Remainders of their Corruption, and sinful Infirmities. 3ly. Upon account of their partial Darkness in Spiritual Matters, for we know but in part. 4ly. Upon account of their strong Temptations from Satan.
and question Christ Interest in them, and theirs in him; and that First on the account of their Misery's, Crosses and Mortality. 2ly. On account of the Remainders of their Corruption, and sinful Infirmities. 3ly. Upon account of their partial Darkness in Spiritual Matters, for we know but in part. 4ly. Upon account of their strong Temptations from Satan.
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as enjoying that Priviledge? It is Answered, they must dye, because of inherent Sin; For God, to shew his indignation against all sin, appointed Death.
as enjoying that Privilege? It is Answered, they must die, Because of inherent since; For God, to show his Indignation against all since, appointed Death.
Here we may see, that Christ dwe•ls in his Peoples Hearts by his Spirit, 1 John 3. last. And ye may Observe, 1st. That there may be Inherent Sin in those in whom Christ dwells, though it reign not, Rom. 7. last. The Lord does not perfect our Cure all at once, he leaves this evil Neighbour in our Hearts, to embitter the Worlds Comforts to us:
Here we may see, that christ dwe•ls in his Peoples Hearts by his Spirit, 1 John 3. last. And you may Observe, 1st. That there may be Inherent since in those in whom christ dwells, though it Reign not, Rom. 7. last. The Lord does not perfect our Cure all At once, he leaves this evil Neighbour in our Hearts, to embitter the World's Comforts to us:
yet a present total freedom, from all these Consequences that followes on sin, upon their first believing, is not promised by the Father to him, or to them:
yet a present total freedom, from all these Consequences that follows on since, upon their First believing, is not promised by the Father to him, or to them:
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why then and they not freed presently from all the effects of that Curse? Answer, Mortality continues on the Justified, not by vertue of a curseing Law,
why then and they not freed presently from all the effects of that Curse? Answer, Mortality continues on the Justified, not by virtue of a cursing Law,
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But Mortality is continued by the Soveraign God, for wise Ends, not to make a particular satisfaction to Justice for our sin that Christ hath left unmade,
But Mortality is continued by the Sovereign God, for wise Ends, not to make a particular satisfaction to justice for our since that christ hath left unmade,
and he will have his People to live in this World by Faith, and therefore he makes the Mortality of Believers a vail, to hide their promised Felicity from Sense,
and he will have his People to live in this World by Faith, and Therefore he makes the Mortality of Believers a Vail, to hide their promised Felicity from Sense,
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And that the Mortality of Believers is not continued upon them, as the Effect of a curseing Law, is clear from what the Apostle says, 1 Cor. 15. That their Death wants its Sting:
And that the Mortality of Believers is not continued upon them, as the Effect of a cursing Law, is clear from what the Apostle Says, 1 Cor. 15. That their Death Wants its Sting:
Next, we see Death inflicted as a Chastisement upon some of the Godly, See 1 Cor. 11.30, 31, 32 And it is clear in the Instance of Josia, who dyed in peace,
Next, we see Death inflicted as a Chastisement upon Some of the Godly, See 1 Cor. 11.30, 31, 32 And it is clear in the Instance of Josia, who died in peace,
and yet was chastised with a violent Death, for his rash engagement in a War. Now God, inflicting Death upon Believers, testifies his Fatherly Displeasure against sin,
and yet was chastised with a violent Death, for his rash engagement in a War. Now God, inflicting Death upon Believers, Testifies his Fatherly Displeasure against since,
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but not his Justice against them as a just Judge ▪ for Affliction is sent upon them as an Accomplishment of the Threatning annext to the Covenant of Grace,
but not his justice against them as a just Judge ▪ for Affliction is sent upon them as an Accomplishment of the Threatening annexed to the Covenant of Grace,
Labour to be sure of the indwelling Spirit, for that is the only sure mark of an interest in Christ, they would not lean to an empty profession, a great measure of common gifts, or meer Morality.
Labour to be sure of the indwelling Spirit, for that is the only sure mark of an Interest in christ, they would not lean to an empty profession, a great measure of Common Gifts, or mere Morality.
and they would labour for a firm Faith in Divine Providence, whereby they may committ the disposal of all their concerns and the concerns of the Church to God,
and they would labour for a firm Faith in Divine Providence, whereby they may commit the disposal of all their concerns and the concerns of the Church to God,
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as Hezekiah had in his sickness, Isai. 38. Likeas they would have the Conscience witnessing their Diligence in Duty, That so an entrance may be Administred to them abundantly to the Everlasting Kingdom of our Lord Jesus, 2 Pet. 1.4. A 5th Direction is, They would fix themselves in the faith of the Immortality of the Soul;
as Hezekiah had in his sickness, Isaiah 38. Like as they would have the Conscience witnessing their Diligence in Duty, That so an Entrance may be Administered to them abundantly to the Everlasting Kingdom of our Lord jesus, 2 Pet. 1.4. A 5th Direction is, They would fix themselves in the faith of the Immortality of the Soul;
From the Moral Government of God in the World, by Laws and Judgement considered jointly with the impartial Justice of God, with the Miseries of the Godly,
From the Moral Government of God in the World, by Laws and Judgement considered jointly with the impartial justice of God, with the Misery's of the Godly,
and the Prosperity of the Wicked. A 6th. Direction is, We would build our selves up in the faith of the Resurrection of the Body. Observe 3ly. That the Godly have a spiritual life in their Soul, as appears by the spiritual sense they have of spiritual things, They have an Hunger and Thirst after spiritual Food:
and the Prosperity of the Wicked. A 6th. Direction is, We would built our selves up in the faith of the Resurrection of the Body. Observe 3ly. That the Godly have a spiritual life in their Soul, as appears by the spiritual sense they have of spiritual things, They have an Hunger and Thirst After spiritual Food:
Now this spiritual Life continues after Death, as appears from Luke 16.23, and 23, 43. Phil, 1, 23. 2 Cor: 5, 1 The Apostle supposeth, that the continuance of this Life after Death, is a sufficient comfort to the Godly, under their present Mortality;
Now this spiritual Life continues After Death, as appears from Lycia 16.23, and 23, 43. Philip, 1, 23. 2 Cor: 5, 1 The Apostle Supposeth, that the Continuance of this Life After Death, is a sufficient Comfort to the Godly, under their present Mortality;
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and these considerations may clear the sufficiency of this Comfort: if ye consider First, The great Good that is in it; 1st. There is a freedom in it from Trouble and Vexation. Rev. 14.13. Isai. 57.1. 2ly. The perfection of Holiness is in it, Heb. 12.23.
and these considerations may clear the sufficiency of this Comfort: if you Consider First, The great Good that is in it; 1st. There is a freedom in it from Trouble and Vexation. Rev. 14.13. Isaiah 57.1. 2ly. The perfection of Holiness is in it, Hebrew 12.23.
And s• there is freedom from Co•ruption, and horrid Temptations; much uninterrupted Peace, and Joy in expectation of a future Blessedness. 3ly. The• have much good Company in it, they have the fellowship of Angels and Saints, Heb 12.22, 23 They have the fellowship of the Patriarchs, Luke 16.25. They have the fellowship of Christ, Philip. 1.23 2 Cor. 5.8. Use of this is, Godly Folks would comfort themselves with this Consolation under their Mortality ▪ 1st.
And s• there is freedom from Co•ruption, and horrid Temptations; much uninterrupted Peace, and Joy in expectation of a future Blessedness. 3ly. The• have much good Company in it, they have the fellowship of Angels and Saints, Hebrew 12.22, 23 They have the fellowship of the Patriarchs, Lycia 16.25. They have the fellowship of christ, Philip. 1.23 2 Cor. 5.8. Use of this is, Godly Folks would Comfort themselves with this Consolation under their Mortality ▪ 1st.
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Because this Comfort is a pure Comfort, unmixed with Trouble. 2ly. It is a sure Comfort, as appears by the Scriptures formerly cited. 3ly. It is a near Comfort, they have it partly in possession and they are to have a great measure of it immediatly on their Death.
Because this Comfort is a pure Comfort, unmixed with Trouble. 2ly. It is a sure Comfort, as appears by the Scriptures formerly cited. 3ly. It is a near Comfort, they have it partly in possession and they Are to have a great measure of it immediately on their Death.
This speak the great misery of these Mortals, who altogether want spiritual life; they want the great support that can Support Sinners under the View of Mortality;
This speak the great misery of these Mortals, who altogether want spiritual life; they want the great support that can Support Sinners under the View of Mortality;
Likeas this calls to the Godly to have a great measure of the sensible presence of the Spirit, that they may have his supporting encouragement at their hand, under their seeing and feeling Mortality.
Like as this calls to the Godly to have a great measure of the sensible presence of the Spirit, that they may have his supporting encouragement At their hand, under their seeing and feeling Mortality.
But likeways it imports, that the Holy Spirit of God, as present in the Soul of a Christian, is a pledge and cause of spiritual life here and immediatly after Death,
But likeways it imports, that the Holy Spirit of God, as present in the Soul of a Christian, is a pledge and cause of spiritual life Here and immediately After Death,
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And First, As to It's significancy, Consider the Names, Designations, and Descriptions, it gets in Scripture. 1st. It is called the Blessing of Abraham, Gal. 3.14. so it signifies that God's Covenant with Abraham belongs to them, now Christ Luke 20 Evinces, That God cannot be the God of the Dead but of the Living. 2ly. It is called a Seal.
And First, As to It's significancy, Consider the Names, Designations, and Descriptions, it gets in Scripture. 1st. It is called the Blessing of Abraham, Gal. 3.14. so it signifies that God's Covenant with Abraham belongs to them, now christ Lycia 20 Evinces, That God cannot be the God of the Dead but of the Living. 2ly. It is called a Seal.
as his peculiar Treasure, and ther•fore it is sure he cannot lose them by death, An•hilation, and Perdition. 3ly. It is called the Ernest, Eph. 1.13 2 Cor. 5.5. and 1 22. And ther•fore where it is given, it signifies Gods purpose an• Obligation to give the Inheritance. 4ly. It is call• the Unction or Anointing. 2 Cor. 1.21. As 1 Joh. 2.20.
as his peculiar Treasure, and ther•fore it is sure he cannot loose them by death, An•hilation, and Perdition. 3ly. It is called the Earnest, Ephesians 1.13 2 Cor. 5.5. and 1 22. And ther•fore where it is given, it signifies God's purpose an• Obligation to give the Inheritance. 4ly. It is call• the Unction or Anointing. 2 Cor. 1.21. As 1 John 2.20.
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and dignified to be Gods Kings, to triumph over all their spiritual Enemies, whereof Death i• one. 5ly. It is called the Spirit of Promise, Eph. 1 13. and the promise of the Spirit, Gal. 3.14.
and dignified to be God's Kings, to triumph over all their spiritual Enemies, whereof Death i• one. 5ly. It is called the Spirit of Promise, Ephesians 1 13. and the promise of the Spirit, Gal. 3.14.
and therefore the presence • the Spirit signifies, that God will grant to the hav• of it, Glory to come, seing when God grants t• primary good promised in the Gospel, he will no• deny them any accessory good that's promised 〈 ◊ 〉 the same:
and Therefore the presence • the Spirit signifies, that God will grant to the hav• of it, Glory to come, sing when God grants t• primary good promised in the Gospel, he will no• deny them any accessory good that's promised 〈 ◊ 〉 the same:
Now Glory is a consequent unto th• presence of the Spirit, see Verse 11. Next, Consider the Efficacy of this Gift, whi• kyths in these two. 1st. in raising us from t• Death of sin. 2ly.
Now Glory is a consequent unto th• presence of the Spirit, see Verse 11. Next, Consider the Efficacy of this Gift, whi• kiths in these two. 1st. in raising us from t• Death of since. 2ly.
In raising Christ from the Dea• see for a proof of its Efficacy, Eph. 1.19, 20. And 3ly. Consider, its an irrevocable Gift, b•cause the Gifts and Callings of God are without Repentance. And 2ly.
In raising christ from the Dea• see for a proof of its Efficacy, Ephesians 1.19, 20. And 3ly. Consider, its an irrevocable Gift, b•cause the Gifts and Callings of God Are without Repentance. And 2ly.
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The Use of this is, since the presence of the Holy Spirit in a Believer is a sure pledge of immortal Life, it reproves Believers that have it, that they are not more lively in their hope of Glory. A 2d.
The Use of this is, since the presence of the Holy Spirit in a Believer is a sure pledge of immortal Life, it reproves Believers that have it, that they Are not more lively in their hope of Glory. A 2d.
In the Words ye may take notice of the Assurance that the Apostle gives of the Resurrection of the Body, upon the account of the Pledge thereof in time;
In the Words you may take notice of the Assurance that the Apostle gives of the Resurrection of the Body, upon the account of the Pledge thereof in time;
and this appears from the priviledge of Justification, seing Death is a punishment following upon sin. 2ly. Adoption clea• it, Luke 20.36. compared with Rom. 8.23. 3• Christs Resurrection clears it, his Resurrection being the exemplary cause of ours, 1 Cor. 15. 2• 4ly. The Spirits Indwelling in the Body clears it 1 Cor. 6.19. and see the Text. 5ly. The Body bein• a peice of Christ Mystical, see 1 Cor. 6.15. 1 Thes 4, and 14. 6ly.
and this appears from the privilege of Justification, sing Death is a punishment following upon since. 2ly. Adoption clea• it, Lycia 20.36. compared with Rom. 8.23. 3• Christ Resurrection clears it, his Resurrection being the exemplary cause of ours, 1 Cor. 15. 2• 4ly. The Spirits Indwelling in the Body clears it 1 Cor. 6.19. and see the Text. 5ly. The Body bein• a piece of christ Mystical, see 1 Cor. 6.15. 1 These 4, and 14. 6ly.
Christs Engagement to the Fathe• clears it, Joh. 6.37. 7ly, The Immortality of the Soul, compared with the Natural Inclination of i• to the Body clears it,
Christ Engagement to the Fathe• clears it, John 6.37. 7ly, The Immortality of the Soul, compared with the Natural Inclination of i• to the Body clears it,
because nihil violentum est de rabite, and therefore Luke 20.37. Christ takes it fo• granted, since Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob live in thei• Souls, their Bodies must revive again.
Because nihil violentum est de rabite, and Therefore Lycia 20.37. christ Takes it fo• granted, since Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob live in thei• Souls, their Bodies must revive again.
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And that the self same Body shall rise again: Appears 1st. Becau• Chr•st had the self same Body, and his Resurrection was a Patern of ours. 2ly. Christ says God can ca• the Body in Hell after Death. 3ly. The Bodies tha• are raised, come out of their Graves, John 5.28, 29 4ly.
And that the self same Body shall rise again: Appears 1st. Becau• Chr•st had the self same Body, and his Resurrection was a Pattern of ours. 2ly. christ Says God can ca• the Body in Hell After Death. 3ly. The Bodies tha• Are raised, come out of their Graves, John 5.28, 29 4ly.
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Paul Prays that the Body may be kept blameles• till the coming of Christ 1 Thess. 5. 5ly, It's the Mortal Body, see the Text, 1 Cor, 15. This Corruptible, &c. Use of Exhortation, strive to believe this Article.
Paul Prays that the Body may be kept blameles• till the coming of christ 1 Thess 5. 5ly, It's the Mortal Body, see the Text, 1 Cor, 15. This Corruptible, etc. Use of Exhortation, strive to believe this Article.
And that by considering the Scriptures are the Word of God, and believing the Omnipotent Power of God, Luke 20, 36. 2ly. It exhorts us to abound in Gods Service, 1 Cor. 15. last 3ly. It bids us suffer for Christ when called to it. 4ly.
And that by considering the Scriptures Are the Word of God, and believing the Omnipotent Power of God, Lycia 20, 36. 2ly. It exhorts us to abound in God's Service, 1 Cor. 15. last 3ly. It bids us suffer for christ when called to it. 4ly.
It reproves those that stain their Body by Intemperance and Lust, see 1 Cor. 6. An other Use is of Comfort, for those that have pained Bodies, like Lazarus and Job: its sowen in Dishonour, its raised in Glory;
It reproves those that stain their Body by Intemperance and Lust, see 1 Cor. 6. an other Use is of Comfort, for those that have pained Bodies, like Lazarus and Job: its sown in Dishonour, its raised in Glory;
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and it is of comfort to them that have weak Bodies, it is sowen in weakness, its raised in Power. 3ly. To those that are pinched with Hunger, its sowen a Natural Body its raised a spiritual Body. 2ly. Observe that the Spirit dwelling in our Mortal Body, is a pledge of this Resurrection;
and it is of Comfort to them that have weak Bodies, it is sown in weakness, its raised in Power. 3ly. To those that Are pinched with Hunger, its sown a Natural Body its raised a spiritual Body. 2ly. Observe that the Spirit Dwelling in our Mortal Body, is a pledge of this Resurrection;
This indwelling of the Spirit cannot but be a Pledge of the Resurrection, if ye consider 1st. The end why he takes up his Lodging in the Man, it is to confer upon him Everlasting Comfort, Isai, 60.14. 2ly. Everlasting Life, 3ly. Everlasting purity. 4ly. Everlasting Communion Ezek. 37, 26, with Rev. 20, 3 and 4. 2ly.
This indwelling of the Spirit cannot but be a Pledge of the Resurrection, if you Consider 1st. The end why he Takes up his Lodging in the Man, it is to confer upon him Everlasting Comfort, Isaiah, 60.14. 2ly. Everlasting Life, 3ly. Everlasting purity. 4ly. Everlasting Communion Ezekiel 37, 26, with Rev. 20, 3 and 4. 2ly.
If ye consider the Spirit to be the great Love-token of God to his People, he is the whole of Abrahams Blessing, Gal. 3. He that gives this will not deny them the Resurrection to Life. 3ly.
If you Consider the Spirit to be the great Love-token of God to his People, he is the Whole of Abrahams Blessing, Gal. 3. He that gives this will not deny them the Resurrection to Life. 3ly.
The spirit has power to raise them, as it's kythed in the Resurrection of Christ, and in quickening the dead Soul from the death of sin, John 5.25.28. 4ly. Spiritual life is a fruit of the Spirit, and spiritual life is a pledge of the Resurrection. Use 1st.
The Spirit has power to raise them, as it's kithed in the Resurrection of christ, and in quickening the dead Soul from the death of since, John 5.25.28. 4ly. Spiritual life is a fruit of the Spirit, and spiritual life is a pledge of the Resurrection. Use 1st.
though they be Pained, Poor, Persecute, and Tempted with Corruption and Satan, 2ly. This reproves those who have the Spirit, who will not entertain the lively hope of Heaven. 3ly. It bids us try, whether this spirit dwells in us or not. 4ly.
though they be Pained, Poor, Persecute, and Tempted with Corruption and Satan, 2ly. This reproves those who have the Spirit, who will not entertain the lively hope of Heaven. 3ly. It bids us try, whither this Spirit dwells in us or not. 4ly.
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One that raised Christ from the dead, where first Note, why Christs Resurrection is ascribed to the Father, 2ly. To what end Christ rose. And 1st. It is ascribed to the Father, to show that he keeped his promise to the old Fathers, Acts 13, 32. And if this promise, made to the old Church, received its accomplishment, all the rest of the promises made to them will. 2ly. To show that he keeped his promise to Christ in the Covenant of Redemption.
One that raised christ from the dead, where First Note, why Christ Resurrection is ascribed to the Father, 2ly. To what end christ rose. And 1st. It is ascribed to the Father, to show that he keeped his promise to the old Father's, Acts 13, 32. And if this promise, made to the old Church, received its accomplishment, all the rest of the promises made to them will. 2ly. To show that he keeped his promise to christ in the Covenant of Redemption.
If his Love made him purchase, his Love will make him dispense. 2ly. Christ was raised by the Father, to clear, That he had merited full pardon, and Believers may strengthen their Faith of Pardon with this Resurrection. 1st.
If his Love made him purchase, his Love will make him dispense. 2ly. christ was raised by the Father, to clear, That he had merited full pardon, and Believers may strengthen their Faith of Pardon with this Resurrection. 1st.
Because it is an evidence of full satisfaction to Justice. 2ly. It is an evidence of his God-Head, Rom: 1, 4. And so of his meriting worth 3ly. it was an step to his Intercession. 3ly. The Father raised him, to assure the People of God, of their through Mortif•tion of Sin Rom. 6.11. And this 1st. Reproves so• •hat are diffident, their sin shall not be Mortified: •d that 1st.
Because it is an evidence of full satisfaction to justice. 2ly. It is an evidence of his God-Head, Rom: 1, 4. And so of his meriting worth 3ly. it was an step to his Intercession. 3ly. The Father raised him, to assure the People of God, of their through Mortif•tion of since Rom. 6.11. And this 1st. Reproves so• •hat Are diffident, their since shall not be Mortified: •d that 1st.
Because they have been at Solemn Ordinances, and these have not done their turn; Therefore they think it cannot be done For Answer, see Luke 22.24. The Apostles unmortifyed after these. And 4ly. It reproves those that think they cannot be Mortifyed, because Crosses have not done it already.
Because they have been At Solemn Ordinances, and these have not done their turn; Therefore they think it cannot be done For Answer, see Lycia 22.24. The Apostles unmortified After these. And 4ly. It reproves those that think they cannot be Mortified, Because Crosses have not done it already.
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Answ. Hezekiahs Ambi•ion was cured, tho it brake out after his Sickness. Ʋse 2d. Of Exhortation is, to Believers to strengthen their Faith of through Mortification by Christs Resurrection, which they may do by considering, It is a sufficient evidence of his Deaths meriting sufficient Grace for Mortifying of sin. Rom. 6.6. 4th.
Answer Hezekiah's Ambi•ion was cured, though it brake out After his Sickness. Ʋse 2d. Of Exhortation is, to Believers to strengthen their Faith of through Mortification by Christ Resurrection, which they may do by considering, It is a sufficient evidence of his Death's meriting sufficient Grace for Mortifying of since. Rom. 6.6. 4th.
HEre we have a Conclusion drawn from several prejudices, That these that live after the flesh have: For 1st. They have not the priviledge of Justification, ℣. 1. 2ly. They mind the things of the flesh, ℣. 5. 3ly. They are in the way to Death ℣. 6. 4ly. They are Enemies to God, ℣, 7. And 5ly.
Here we have a Conclusion drawn from several prejudices, That these that live After the Flesh have: For 1st. They have not the privilege of Justification, ℣. 1. 2ly. They mind the things of the Flesh, ℣. 5. 3ly. They Are in the Way to Death ℣. 6. 4ly. They Are Enemies to God, ℣, 7. And 5ly.
it craves, we are not Debitors to it: 3ly. The service of the flesh, is a very unprofitable service. 4ly. The former Grounds upon which the Apostle infers this inference are sufficiently convincing.
it craves, we Are not Debtors to it: 3ly. The service of the Flesh, is a very unprofitable service. 4ly. The former Grounds upon which the Apostle infers this Inference Are sufficiently convincing.
For the First, That the flesh is craving appears in these six; first. In that it craves Love and Affection: 2ly. Obedience: 3ly. Awe: 4ly. Entertainment: 5ly. Spareing; And 6ly. hideing of its Nakedness.
For the First, That the Flesh is craving appears in these six; First. In that it craves Love and Affection: 2ly. obedience: 3ly. Awe: 4ly. Entertainment: 5ly. Sparing; And 6ly. hiding of its Nakedness.
People should beware of this, because it is inconsistent with the Enmity we ought to have at Sin, it provokes God to forbear reproving of us, Hosea 4.17. 2ly. It restrains Mortifying Grace. 3ly. It marrs the Love of God, 4ly. It hinders the Answers of Prayer, Psal. 66.18. 2ly. It craves Obedience of us, Rom. 6.12.
People should beware of this, Because it is inconsistent with the Enmity we ought to have At since, it provokes God to forbear reproving of us, Hosea 4.17. 2ly. It restrains Mortifying Grace. 3ly. It mars the Love of God, 4ly. It hinders the Answers of Prayer, Psalm 66.18. 2ly. It craves obedience of us, Rom. 6.12.
But this should not be, because we are made free from Sin, and Servants to Righteousness. 2ly. It grieves the Spirit, Eph. 4.30. 3ly. It's offensive to others 4ly. It strengthens the flesh, Rom. 6.19. 5ly. It fears the Conscience, 3ly. Corruption craves, That the Christian should stand in fear and awe of it, That they should be hopeless ever to get it overcome;
But this should not be, Because we Are made free from since, and Servants to Righteousness. 2ly. It grieves the Spirit, Ephesians 4.30. 3ly. It's offensive to Others 4ly. It strengthens the Flesh, Rom. 6.19. 5ly. It fears the Conscience, 3ly. Corruption craves, That the Christian should stand in Fear and awe of it, That they should be hopeless ever to get it overcome;
Because he is no mo• a Slave to it. Rom. 6.14. 3ly. This Fear does hi• prejudice. For 1st. It makes him suspend his Fait• upon the promise of pardon. 2ly. It makes him doubt, if God would hear his Prayers. 3ly.
Because he is no mo• a Slave to it. Rom. 6.14. 3ly. This fear does hi• prejudice. For 1st. It makes him suspend his Fait• upon the promise of pardon. 2ly. It makes him doubt, if God would hear his Prayers. 3ly.
and so he is a Prey to the meanest Temptation, and then confusion of Spirit, and want of peace follows. 4ly. We are not Debitors to the Flesh to give it Entertainment, for it craves of us, that we should seek External Temptations to it to feed it;
and so he is a Prey to the Meanest Temptation, and then confusion of Spirit, and want of peace follows. 4ly. We Are not Debtors to the Flesh to give it Entertainment, for it craves of us, that we should seek External Temptations to it to feed it;
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this should be denyed, because it stops folks confidence in Praying for Mortifying Grace. 2ly, It obscure the sight of sincerity Psal. 18 23. 3ly. It provoke God, to let them meet with these occasions. 5ly. We should not hearken to Corruption, when it craves the hideing of its Nakedness from us, by making us extenuate it;
this should be denied, Because it stops folks confidence in Praying for Mortifying Grace. 2ly, It Obscure the sighed of sincerity Psalm 18 23. 3ly. It provoke God, to let them meet with these occasions. 5ly. We should not harken to Corruption, when it craves the hiding of its Nakedness from us, by making us extenuate it;
and weakens the Mans esteem of Christs Blood, and sets God against the Man. Jer. 2.35. And 6ly. Corruption craves spareing of it, That we should not seek the Life of it, but be content with an mean measure of Mortification;
and weakens the men esteem of Christ Blood, and sets God against the Man. Jer. 2.35. And 6ly. Corruption craves sparing of it, That we should not seek the Life of it, but be content with an mean measure of Mortification;
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Use of reproof, to those that are secure, and have their security springing from misbelief of future Wrath, False-Imaginations of Divine Mercy, Stupidity and souredness of Conscience, Blinding Self-Love,
Use of reproof, to those that Are secure, and have their security springing from misbelief of future Wrath, False-Imaginations of Divine Mercy, Stupidity and souredness of Conscience, Blinding Self-Love,
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but such would remember to reflect on the Truth of the Scriptures, the hatefulness and demerite of Sin, and the Justice of God. Observe: 2ly. That the Mortifying of the Deeds of the Body is a most advantagious thing, and brings Life with it;
but such would Remember to reflect on the Truth of the Scriptures, the hatefulness and demerit of since, and the justice of God. Observe: 2ly. That the Mortifying of the deeds of the Body is a most advantageous thing, and brings Life with it;
it brings with it the Life of Justification, or Pardon, because it's the great Pledge of Pardon, 1 John 1.8. 2ly. It brings with it the Life of Sanctification, consisting in these Four.
it brings with it the Life of Justification, or Pardon, Because it's the great Pledge of Pardon, 1 John 1.8. 2ly. It brings with it the Life of Sanctification, consisting in these Four.
for Lust blinds the mind, it frees him of these Lusts that makes him ordinarly shift the doing of his Duty. 2ly. Mortification makes him Vigorous in the Exercise of Grace, 1 Tim: 6.11.
for Lust blinds the mind, it frees him of these Lustiest that makes him ordinarily shift the doing of his Duty. 2ly. Mortification makes him Vigorous in the Exercise of Grace, 1 Tim: 6.11.
Because the whole Heart when Mortified gets liberty to be about its Duty in the Exercise of Grace. 3ly. It makes him cheerful in it, Because the Exercise of Grace is connatural to a Mortified Heart;
Because the Whole Heart when Mortified gets liberty to be about its Duty in the Exercise of Grace. 3ly. It makes him cheerful in it, Because the Exercise of Grace is connatural to a Mortified Heart;
for he finds a pleasure in it. And 3ly. He does not soon satisfy himself with what he has done, because he sees many of his Imperfections therein; But 3ly. Mortification is good for the life of Comfort, Because it fits a Man for discoveries of God, Matth. 5.8. It qualifies him for hope, 1 John 3.3.
for he finds a pleasure in it. And 3ly. He does not soon satisfy himself with what he has done, Because he sees many of his Imperfections therein; But 3ly. Mortification is good for the life of Comfort, Because it fits a Man for discoveries of God, Matthew 5.8. It Qualifies him for hope, 1 John 3.3.
And contributes to the intrinsick pleasure, that the New Man has in Duty. And 4ly. It brings the life of Glory with it, because it tends to prepare a Man for it.
And contributes to the intrinsic pleasure, that the New Man has in Duty. And 4ly. It brings the life of Glory with it, Because it tends to prepare a Man for it.
or upon External Temptations, so much as upon our own neglect of Mortifying our Lusts. 3ly. This tells us, why so many Professors are Strangers to Comforts.
or upon External Temptations, so much as upon our own neglect of Mortifying our Lusts. 3ly. This tells us, why so many Professors Are Strangers to Comforts.
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and as we would have those Advantages, let us go about the Duty: 1st. Labour for the discovery of the Evills, in the Imperfections of your Services, Rom. 7.21. 2ly. Repent of them, Jam. 4.8.9. Continually groan under Corruption, Rom. 7.24. make no provision for Corruption, Rom. 13. last. And apply the promises of the Gospel, 2 Cor. 7.1. Next, study to reflect on the prejudices you have sustained by them, how oft they have brought on Judgements upon your Person, made you Scandalous to others, interrupted your Communion with God, broken your peace of Conscience.
and as we would have those Advantages, let us go about the Duty: 1st. Labour for the discovery of the Evils, in the Imperfections of your Services, Rom. 7.21. 2ly. repent of them, Jam. 4.8.9. Continually groan under Corruption, Rom. 7.24. make no provision for Corruption, Rom. 13. last. And apply the promises of the Gospel, 2 Cor. 7.1. Next, study to reflect on the prejudices you have sustained by them, how oft they have brought on Judgments upon your Person, made you Scandalous to Others, interrupted your Communion with God, broken your peace of Conscience.
And the total neglect of it is inconsistent with Grace it self. 3ly. It reproves those that forbear Mortification because they see not many Evils to Mortifie, through want of Self-Examination. 4ly. Those that spare their Sins, because they think there are few free of the like of these Evills, they are loath to Mortify.
And the total neglect of it is inconsistent with Grace it self. 3ly. It reproves those that forbear Mortification Because they see not many Evils to Mortify, through want of Self-Examination. 4ly. Those that spare their Sins, Because they think there Are few free of the like of these Evils, they Are loath to Mortify.
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Use 3d. Of Tryal, To try whether we be about this Work or not. 1st. The Man that is about this Work, he is glad of any actual separation Providence makes between him and his Ills by Crosses. 2ly. He is daily watchful against External Temptations. 3ly.
Use 3d. Of Trial, To try whither we be about this Work or not. 1st. The Man that is about this Work, he is glad of any actual separation Providence makes between him and his Ills by Crosses. 2ly. He is daily watchful against External Temptations. 3ly.
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This is clear if ye consider the strength and deceitfulness of Lusts, it must require the Spirits power, in opposition to them. 2ly. if ye consider, the ineffectualness of the means that many enjoy, without the Spirits Blessing. 3ly.
This is clear if you Consider the strength and deceitfulness of Lustiest, it must require the Spirits power, in opposition to them. 2ly. if you Consider, the ineffectualness of the means that many enjoy, without the Spirits Blessing. 3ly.
If ye consider that even those that are weak in natural parts, they will, when they depend upon the Spirit, find great success in Mortification, beyond others.
If you Consider that even those that Are weak in natural parts, they will, when they depend upon the Spirit, find great success in Mortification, beyond Others.
The manner how the Spirit does Mortifie, is by discovering the hatefulness of Sin, and its danger, 2ly. By applying the promises of the Gospel, and so outbidding Corruption 3ly. By enforcing the Commands of God, against sin, upon the Conscience.
The manner how the Spirit does Mortify, is by discovering the hatefulness of since, and its danger, 2ly. By applying the promises of the Gospel, and so outbidding Corruption 3ly. By enforcing the Commands of God, against since, upon the Conscience.
Use, If it be so, we should use the means, and Pray for the Spirits Blessing upon them. 2ly. We should not grieve the Mortifieing Spirit, by unwatchfulness against External Temptations, by want of Self-Examination to discern our Evills, by falling into a frame of indifferency about Mortification, that so we desire it faintly.
Use, If it be so, we should use the means, and Pray for the Spirits Blessing upon them. 2ly. We should not grieve the Mortifying Spirit, by unwatchfulness against External Temptations, by want of Self-Examination to discern our Evils, by falling into a frame of indifferency about Mortification, that so we desire it faintly.
And first, The Spirit leads the Child of God, by giving him saving Instruction, this is Gods teaching according to the Covenant-Promise. 1st. He opens his understanding that he may understand the Scriptures, Luke 24.45. He makes them understand Truth & Error, 1 John 2.27. 2ly. He reveals the good things of the Gospel to him in their reality, and usefulness, 1 Cor. 2, 13. 3ly. He reveals the spirituality of the Law to them, he makes the Commandment which is the Law, come in its spiritual meaning to them, Rom. 7.9. 4ly. He instructs them in the vanity of the Creature, he makes them see an end of all perfection, Psal. 119.96 But 2ly. He leads them as a Comforter, and Encourager of them in their Journey, and this he does these three ways, 1st. By witnessing their Adoption, Rom. 8.15. 2ly. By helping them to apply the Promises, Eph. 1.13. 3ly. By exciting their Hope, Rom. 15.13. A 3d. way how he leads them is by strengthening their Grace, and so assisting them in their Duty, Eph. 3 16. A 4th, Way is, By exciting them to their Duty when they are laisy: And this is done 1st. By bringing the Word to their Remembrance. Jo. 14.27. 2ly. By bringing their Engagements to God to their remembrance. 3ly. He excites them to their Duty, by making them observe the Call of Exciteing Providences. A 5th: Way is, By being a Reprover to them, discovering to them their sinful Inclinations, and strayings out of the way A 6th.
And First, The Spirit leads the Child of God, by giving him Saving Instruction, this is God's teaching according to the Covenant promise. 1st. He Opens his understanding that he may understand the Scriptures, Lycia 24.45. He makes them understand Truth & Error, 1 John 2.27. 2ly. He reveals the good things of the Gospel to him in their reality, and usefulness, 1 Cor. 2, 13. 3ly. He reveals the spirituality of the Law to them, he makes the Commandment which is the Law, come in its spiritual meaning to them, Rom. 7.9. 4ly. He instructs them in the vanity of the Creature, he makes them see an end of all perfection, Psalm 119.96 But 2ly. He leads them as a Comforter, and Encourager of them in their Journey, and this he does these three ways, 1st. By witnessing their Adoption, Rom. 8.15. 2ly. By helping them to apply the Promises, Ephesians 1.13. 3ly. By exciting their Hope, Rom. 15.13. A 3d. Way how he leads them is by strengthening their Grace, and so assisting them in their Duty, Ephesians 3 16. A 4th, Way is, By exciting them to their Duty when they Are laisy: And this is done 1st. By bringing the Word to their Remembrance. John 14.27. 2ly. By bringing their Engagements to God to their remembrance. 3ly. He excites them to their Duty, by making them observe the Call of Exciting Providences. A 5th: Way is, By being a Reprover to them, discovering to them their sinful Inclinations, and strayings out of the Way A 6th.
We may conclude that we are Gods Children, if we observe these Operations of the Spirit in us. 2ly. We would be exhorted to beware of these things, that marrs the presence of this Guide from us. And 1st. We would beware of impenitency under known Guilt, Psal. 51. David was afraid of the loseing the free Spirit by his Impenitency. 2ly. Beware of Worldliness, John 14 17. 3ly. Beware of Intemperance, These that would be filled with the Spirit, must not be filled with Wine, Eph. 5.18. 4ly. Beware of an Vindictive Spirit, Eph. 4.31. 5ly. Beware of slighting the Motions of the Spirit, if we would live by the Spirit, we must walk in the Spirit, Gal. 5.25. 6ly. Beware of a Legal Frame of Spirit:
We may conclude that we Are God's Children, if we observe these Operations of the Spirit in us. 2ly. We would be exhorted to beware of these things, that mars the presence of this Guide from us. And 1st. We would beware of impenitency under known Gilded, Psalm 51. David was afraid of the losing the free Spirit by his Impenitency. 2ly. Beware of Worldliness, John 14 17. 3ly. Beware of Intemperance, These that would be filled with the Spirit, must not be filled with Wine, Ephesians 5.18. 4ly. Beware of an Vindictive Spirit, Ephesians 4.31. 5ly. Beware of slighting the Motions of the Spirit, if we would live by the Spirit, we must walk in the Spirit, Gal. 5.25. 6ly. Beware of a Legal Frame of Spirit:
The Spirit glorifies Christ, and so is grieved, when Christians give not Christ his due. The Spirit glorifies Christ, John 16.14. 7ly. We would beware of Laziness, or lying by from the use of appointed Means, for that is the Way to quench the Spirit, 1 Thess. 5.19. 8•y. Beware of neglecting Praying for the Spirit, for the Father gives the holy Spirit to them that ask him. 9ly.
The Spirit Glorifies christ, and so is grieved, when Christians give not christ his endue. The Spirit Glorifies christ, John 16.14. 7ly. We would beware of Laziness, or lying by from the use of appointed Means, for that is the Way to quench the Spirit, 1 Thess 5.19. 8•y. Beware of neglecting Praying for the Spirit, for the Father gives the holy Spirit to them that ask him. 9ly.
Beware of casting your self upon Temptations, we should abstain from all appearance of Evil, if we would not quench the Spirit, 1 Thess. 5.22. Motives to perswade us to entertain the presence of this Guide. 1st. He is an unerring Guide;
Beware of casting your self upon Temptations, we should abstain from all appearance of Evil, if we would not quench the Spirit, 1 Thess 5.22. Motives to persuade us to entertain the presence of this Guide. 1st. He is an unerring Guide;
He neither can nor will mislead us, 2ly. He is an experienced Guide, he hath led many Sons to Glory. 3ly, He is sent by the Father and the Son to lead the Believer to Heaven. 4ly.
He neither can nor will mislead us, 2ly. He is an experienced Guide, he hath led many Sons to Glory. 3ly, He is sent by the Father and the Son to led the Believer to Heaven. 4ly.
There is a 3d. Use of Consolation from this Doctrine, if the Child of God have the leading of the Spirit, he may be much comforted under the various Cases he is in in the World;
There is a 3d. Use of Consolation from this Doctrine, if the Child of God have the leading of the Spirit, he may be much comforted under the various Cases he is in in the World;
The Child of God is subject to lazieness, and upsitting in the Way of God, but the Spirit of God is a seasonable and powerful Exciter to Duty. There is a 4th. Use of Instruction from the Doctrine;
The Child of God is Subject to lazieness, and upsitting in the Way of God, but the Spirit of God is a seasonable and powerful Exciter to Duty. There is a 4th. Use of Instruction from the Doctrine;
This instructs us what is the Cause, Why the Children of God keep Gods Way, notwithstanding of their Weakness in the Point of Light, notwithstanding of the remaining Wickedness of their Heart,
This instructs us what is the Cause, Why the Children of God keep God's Way, notwithstanding of their Weakness in the Point of Light, notwithstanding of the remaining Wickedness of their Heart,
There is an other Use of Instruction from the Doctrine, It instructs us in the misery of these that are not Gods Children, such are not led by his Spirit;
There is an other Use of Instruction from the Doctrine, It instructs us in the misery of these that Are not God's Children, such Are not led by his Spirit;
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There is an other Use from this Doctrine, and that is of Exhortation to the Godly, to exhort them rightly to improve this Priviledge; And for this Effect, 1st. They would be humble and docile to his Teachings;
There is an other Use from this Doctrine, and that is of Exhortation to the Godly, to exhort them rightly to improve this Privilege; And for this Effect, 1st. They would be humble and docile to his Teachings;
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the meek he will guide in Judgement, the meek he will teach his way, Psal. 52.10. 2ly. They would improve his Comforts for Encouragement to walk in the Way of God, Acts 9.31. 3ly. They would be painful in improving his Assistance, Col. 1.29. 1 Cor. 15.10. 4ly. They would shun these Temptations he forwarnes them of. And 5ly:
the meek he will guide in Judgement, the meek he will teach his Way, Psalm 52.10. 2ly. They would improve his Comforts for Encouragement to walk in the Way of God, Acts 9.31. 3ly. They would be painful in improving his Assistance, Col. 1.29. 1 Cor. 15.10. 4ly. They would shun these Temptations he forwarns them of. And 5ly:
and their own Spirit witnesseth that they are Sons. Observe 1st. That Gods People receive the Spirit of Bondage, before they receive the Spirit of Adoption. Observe 2ly. That the Elect People of God, that receive the Spirit of Bondage, they are allowed of God the Spirit of Adoption, 3ly. Observe, That those that have received the Spirit of Adoption, they never again receive the Spirit of Bondage. 4ly. The Spirit of Adoption, where it is, it is a Spirit of Liberty;
and their own Spirit Witnesseth that they Are Sons. Observe 1st. That God's People receive the Spirit of Bondage, before they receive the Spirit of Adoption. Observe 2ly. That the Elect People of God, that receive the Spirit of Bondage, they Are allowed of God the Spirit of Adoption, 3ly. Observe, That those that have received the Spirit of Adoption, they never again receive the Spirit of Bondage. 4ly. The Spirit of Adoption, where it is, it is a Spirit of Liberty;
it is here opposed to a Spirit of Bondage. Observe 5ly. That those that receive the Spirit of Adoption, their condition is preferable to those that receive a Spirit of Bondage. 6ly. The Apostle seems to glance at the frame of Gods People, that lived under the Legal Administration, differing it from the frame of such as lived under the Administration of the Gospel. Observe 7ly. That the Spirit of Adoption in Believers, prompts them to Prayer, and these Prayers are free and fearless, fervent and serious;
it is Here opposed to a Spirit of Bondage. Observe 5ly. That those that receive the Spirit of Adoption, their condition is preferable to those that receive a Spirit of Bondage. 6ly. The Apostle seems to glance At the frame of God's People, that lived under the Legal Administration, differing it from the frame of such as lived under the Administration of the Gospel. Observe 7ly. That the Spirit of Adoption in Believers, prompts them to Prayer, and these Prayers Are free and fearless, fervent and serious;
For the First Observation, that the Elect People of God receive the Spirit of Bondage, before they receive the Spirit of Adoption; We shall clear it. 1st. By shewing what is meant by the Spirit of Bondage, and what is meant by the Spirit of Adoption. 2ly. We shall prove that God dispenses the Spirit of Bondage to the Elect, before he dispenses the Spirit of Adoption. 3ly. We shall give the Reasons of this Dispensation. And 4ly. Give the Uses of the Point.
For the First Observation, that the Elect People of God receive the Spirit of Bondage, before they receive the Spirit of Adoption; We shall clear it. 1st. By showing what is meant by the Spirit of Bondage, and what is meant by the Spirit of Adoption. 2ly. We shall prove that God dispenses the Spirit of Bondage to the Elect, before he dispenses the Spirit of Adoption. 3ly. We shall give the Reasons of this Dispensation. And 4ly. Give the Uses of the Point.
For the First, by the Spirit of Bondage, is meant, that Frame of Soul, wrought in them by Gods Spirit, preparing them for the state of Conversion, springing from a sight of their state of Bondage,
For the First, by the Spirit of Bondage, is meant, that Frame of Soul, wrought in them by God's Spirit, preparing them for the state of Conversion, springing from a sighed of their state of Bondage,
It is wrought by Gods Spirit, through the application of Gospel-Promises. It includes in it. 1st. The reverential awe of God. 2ly. An affection and care to imitate God in his moral Perfections. 3ly. A kindly submission to his Corrections. 4ly. A lively Expectation of the Inheritance of God.
It is wrought by God's Spirit, through the application of Gospel promises. It includes in it. 1st. The reverential awe of God. 2ly. an affection and care to imitate God in his moral Perfections. 3ly. A kindly submission to his Corrections. 4ly. A lively Expectation of the Inheritance of God.
before he dispenses to them the Spirit of Adoption, It is clear from the Experience of the Converts, Acts 2. And from Pauls Experience at his Conversion;
before he dispenses to them the Spirit of Adoption, It is clear from the Experience of the Converts, Acts 2. And from Paul's Experience At his Conversion;
but to the convinced and called Man, it is the Wisdom of God, and the Power of God. See 1 Cor. 1. 2ly. He does this, to disengage their Affections from sin;
but to the convinced and called Man, it is the Wisdom of God, and the Power of God. See 1 Cor. 1. 2ly. He does this, to disengage their Affections from since;
Our hearts through long custom acquire a great lyking to a course of sinning, and untill our Spirits smart for our sins by grief and fear, we cannot fall in a dislike with them. 3ly. He does this, that thereby he may bring us to quite our own Righteousness, and accept of Christ;
Our hearts through long custom acquire a great liking to a course of sinning, and until our Spirits smart for our Sins by grief and Fear, we cannot fallen in a dislike with them. 3ly. He does this, that thereby he may bring us to quite our own Righteousness, and accept of christ;
for when they are made by the Spirit of Conviction to smart for sin, no terms of their freedom from sin and misery, seems hard to them. A 5th. Reason he thus dispenses, is that he may bring his own to have an• high Esteem of Christ.
for when they Are made by the Spirit of Conviction to smart for since, no terms of their freedom from since and misery, seems hard to them. A 5th. Reason he thus dispenses, is that he may bring his own to have an• high Esteem of christ.
to reckon all things but as dung and dross, in comparison of the Son of God. A 6th. is, he does it, that he may make the burthen of Christs Cross seem light to them. For the 4th. Thing proposed, the Uses of the Point, The First is, an Use of Tryal;
to reckon all things but as dung and dross, in comparison of the Son of God. A 6th. is, he does it, that he may make the burden of Christ Cross seem Light to them. For the 4th. Thing proposed, the Uses of the Point, The First is, an Use of Trial;
If ye esteem the burthen of Christs Cross light. Then ye have received the Spirit of Bondage. 2d. Sort of Uses, are Uses of Instruction, It instructs us in the Cause, why so many Men see so little of the Moral Ill of Sin;
If you esteem the burden of Christ Cross Light. Then you have received the Spirit of Bondage. 2d. Sort of Uses, Are Uses of Instruction, It instructs us in the Cause, why so many Men see so little of the Moral Ill of since;
Since the Spirit of Bondage goes before the Spirit of Adoption, we may soon see, that if the Spirit of Bondage be a rare thing in the World, the Work of Conversion is as rare. 3•y.
Since the Spirit of Bondage Goes before the Spirit of Adoption, we may soon see, that if the Spirit of Bondage be a rare thing in the World, the Work of Conversion is as rare. 3•y.
The Causes of the stupidity under sin before this Work of the Spirit of Bondage are, 1st. A feared Conscience, through customary sinning. A 2d. Is Impunity, Eccl. 9.3. A 3d. is Prosperity in sin, Ephraim said, I am become rich, there is no iniquity in me. A 4th. Cause is the flattery of Ministers and Neighbours. A 5th. Cause is leaning to formal Services.
The Causes of the stupidity under since before this Work of the Spirit of Bondage Are, 1st. A feared Conscience, through customary sinning. A 2d. Is Impunity, Ecclesiastes 9.3. A 3d. is Prosperity in since, Ephraim said, I am become rich, there is no iniquity in me. A 4th. Cause is the flattery of Ministers and Neighbours. A 5th. Cause is leaning to formal Services.
and this Grant of Adoption is given them to test• his Love, 1 John 1.3. 2ly. To testify his Resp• to Christ, to whom they are united, Eph. 1.6. A• 3ly. To confirm their hope of Glory, he gives th• this Honourable Title to it, over and above the T•tle they have to it, by their Justification.
and this Grant of Adoption is given them to test• his Love, 1 John 1.3. 2ly. To testify his Resp• to christ, to whom they Are united, Ephesians 1.6. A• 3ly. To confirm their hope of Glory, he gives th• this Honourable Title to it, over and above the T•tle they have to it, by their Justification.
he'll correct them for th• faults, Heb. 12 6. He'll pity them, under the straits, Psal. 103.13. He'll punish them sparing Mal. 3.17. He'll give them access to himself un• their Trouble, Eph. 2.18. He'll be reconcilable • them after their strayings, Luke 15. He'll provi• for all their wants, Mat. 6.32.
he'll correct them for th• Faults, Hebrew 12 6. He'll pity them, under the straits, Psalm 103.13. He'll Punish them sparing Malachi 3.17. He'll give them access to himself un• their Trouble, Ephesians 2.18. He'll be reconcilable • them After their strayings, Lycia 15. He'll provi• for all their Wants, Mathew 6.32.
And he'll give the• the Heavenly Inheritance in the end, Rom. 8.17. Use of Reproof, since God allows the Spirit 〈 ◊ 〉 Adoption to these that have had the Spirit of Bo•dage;
And he'll give the• the Heavenly Inheritance in the end, Rom. 8.17. Use of Reproof, since God allows the Spirit 〈 ◊ 〉 Adoption to these that have had the Spirit of Bo•dage;
for their receiving the Spirit • Adoption: Such are these, 1st. Who refuse • take with all the Aggravations of their Guilt, s• Psal. 32.9. 2d. Sort are such, who continue ignora• of the Grace of the Gospel.
for their receiving the Spirit • Adoption: Such Are these, 1st. Who refuse • take with all the Aggravations of their Gilded, s• Psalm 32.9. 2d. Sort Are such, who continue ignora• of the Grace of the Gospel.
A 3d. sort, are sud• who continue an respect to their old Predominan• A 4th. sort are such, who are tenacious of their ow• Righteousness, and will not quite it.
A 3d. sort, Are sud• who continue an respect to their old Predominan• A 4th. sort Are such, who Are tenacious of their ow• Righteousness, and will not quite it.
There are some that lye short time under it; As 1st. Such as are called in their younger Years. 2ly. Such as are called, presently after their Conversion, to great and difficult Services, as it was with Paul. 3ly. Such as upon their Conversion are called to endure hard •ersecutions, as it was with these Converts, Acts •3.
There Are Some that lie short time under it; As 1st. Such as Are called in their younger years. 2ly. Such as Are called, presently After their Conversion, to great and difficult Services, as it was with Paul. 3ly. Such as upon their Conversion Are called to endure hard •ersecutions, as it was with these Converts, Acts •3.
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Some he continues longer under the Spirit of Bondage, As 1st. Such as are Persons of Eminent Gifts, such as Heman was, Psal. 88. This he does to to prevent their Pride. A 2d. sort are such, as have been very gross sinners before their Conversion, such are continued longer under the fears of Wrath, that their Condition may be a scar to others to live in gross sins.
some he continues longer under the Spirit of Bondage, As 1st. Such as Are Persons of Eminent Gifts, such as Heman was, Psalm 88. This he does to to prevent their Pride. A 2d. sort Are such, as have been very gross Sinners before their Conversion, such Are continued longer under the fears of Wrath, that their Condition may be a scar to Others to live in gross Sins.
A 3d. sort are such, who are continued long under these fears, that they may acquire a skill and sympathy, to be useful and comfortable to those, that are in the like condition.
A 3d. sort Are such, who Are continued long under these fears, that they may acquire a skill and Sympathy, to be useful and comfortable to those, that Are in the like condition.
because such a Conviction as this, is inconsistent with the Word, seing the Adopted Child of God, notwithstanding of his Failings, is not under the Law, but under Grace.
Because such a Conviction as this, is inconsistent with the Word, sing the Adopted Child of God, notwithstanding of his Failings, is not under the Law, but under Grace.
If it be questioned, what fears the Child of God may be allowed to entertain? seing this Text tells us, that he is not allowed to entertain a fear of his present actual lyableness into Wrath? It may be answered to the Question, he should entertain a fear and jealousie of the Evil of his own Heart, that it may make him neglect his Duty,
If it be questioned, what fears the Child of God may be allowed to entertain? sing this Text tells us, that he is not allowed to entertain a Fear of his present actual lyableness into Wrath? It may be answered to the Question, he should entertain a Fear and jealousy of the Evil of his own Heart, that it may make him neglect his Duty,
and this fear will breed an aversation from sins agai• light, and upsitting in duty, and halting in the wa• of God, seing that Carriage has an tendency to Apostasie:
and this Fear will breed an aversation from Sins agai• Light, and upsitting in duty, and halting in the wa• of God, sing that Carriage has an tendency to Apostasy:
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yet th• are never effectual to remove the inward Inclination to sin. Use 2d. Of Exhortation, Seing God allows no• his Adopted Children to entertain Tormenting fears of Wrath, they would beware of these Sins, that provocks God to give them up to their mis-believing Hearts to fill them with these fears;
yet th• Are never effectual to remove the inward Inclination to since. Use 2d. Of Exhortation, Sing God allows no• his Adopted Children to entertain Tormenting fears of Wrath, they would beware of these Sins, that provocks God to give them up to their misbelieving Hearts to fill them with these fears;
As first, They would beware of Scandalous Sinning, for a Act of a life after the flesh draws with it the fear of Everlasting Death. 2ly. They would beware of Impenitency for their old sins before Conversion;
As First, They would beware of Scandalous Sinning, for a Act of a life After the Flesh draws with it the Fear of Everlasting Death. 2ly. They would beware of Impenitency for their old Sins before Conversion;
P• was an man that Exercised Repentance continually for his old Persecution, and therefore we do not much read, that he was troubled with the Spirit of Bondage after. 3ly. Beware of Relapses in Predominants, for these always break the peace of Conscience. 4ly. Beware of indifferency as to grouth, and of contentment with your present Attainements in Religion:
P• was an man that Exercised Repentance continually for his old Persecution, and Therefore we do not much read, that he was troubled with the Spirit of Bondage After. 3ly. Beware of Relapses in Predominants, for these always break the peace of Conscience. 4ly. Beware of indifferency as to grouth, and of contentment with your present Attainements in Religion:
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and are freest of Tormenting Fears, these that walk in the fear of God, walk also in the Comforts of the Holy Ghost, Acts 9.31. 5ly. Beware of these Sins mentioned, Eph. 4.30.
and Are Freest of Tormenting Fears, these that walk in the Fear of God, walk also in the Comforts of the Holy Ghost, Acts 9.31. 5ly. Beware of these Sins mentioned, Ephesians 4.30.
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as his peculiar Treasure, and where that discovery is wanting, the Heart cannot but be subject to Tormenting Fears. Observe 4ly. That the native effect of the presence of the Spirit of Adoption in a Believer, is Spiritual freedom, it is here opposed to the Spirit of Bondage;
as his peculiar Treasure, and where that discovery is wanting, the Heart cannot but be Subject to Tormenting Fears. Observe 4ly. That the native Effect of the presence of the Spirit of Adoption in a Believer, is Spiritual freedom, it is Here opposed to the Spirit of Bondage;
this spiritual liberty appears from the Christians freedom from these Fears that are awakned in him, through the Accusations of his Conscience for Guilt. 2ly. In his freedom from the Fears of Death. 3ly. In his freedom from the Fears of severe Judgements, 4ly. In his freedom from the fear of Gods Wrath, and frightful Dispensations. 2ly.
this spiritual liberty appears from the Christians freedom from these Fears that Are awakened in him, through the Accusations of his Conscience for Gilded. 2ly. In his freedom from the Fears of Death. 3ly. In his freedom from the Fears of severe Judgments, 4ly. In his freedom from the Fear of God's Wrath, and frightful Dispensations. 2ly.
when we reckon it no presumption to apply promises as we need them. 3ly. It lyes in a Liberty for supplication, when we have no Jealousy of God, that he will take advantage of us in our low condition;
when we reckon it no presumption to apply promises as we need them. 3ly. It lies in a Liberty for supplication, when we have no Jealousy of God, that he will take advantage of us in our low condition;
And this holds out the greatness of the benefite of the Spirit of Adoption. Observe 5ly. That Familiarity in Prayer is the special effect of the Spirit of Adoption, This Familiarity in Prayer appears in an free and fearless Confession of our Guilt and Heart-Plagues before God. 2ly. In a humble and submissive Representation of the difficulties of our case to him. 3ly.
And this holds out the greatness of the benefit of the Spirit of Adoption. Observe 5ly. That Familiarity in Prayer is the special Effect of the Spirit of Adoption, This Familiarity in Prayer appears in an free and fearless Confessi of our Gilded and Heart-plagues before God. 2ly. In a humble and submissive Representation of the difficulties of our case to him. 3ly.
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and not of strict Justice in his dispensations towards his People. 3d. Motive is, Christs Sympathy is the spring of his Intercession for his People: A 4th. is, The example of the Saints using this Familiarity with God, is proposed in the Scripture for our Imitation.
and not of strict justice in his dispensations towards his People. 3d. Motive is, Christ sympathy is the spring of his Intercession for his People: A 4th. is, The Exampl of the Saints using this Familiarity with God, is proposed in the Scripture for our Imitation.
The means to win to this Familiarity, Are 1st. We should study singleness and sincerity, Heb. 10.22. 2ly. We should beware of these Sins we have repented of, Vowed against, and have born Chastisements from the hand of God for them. 3ly. We would beware of Formality, and study Seriousness and Forvour in our Devotions.
The means to win to this Familiarity, are 1st. We should study singleness and sincerity, Hebrew 10.22. 2ly. We should beware of these Sins we have repented of, Vowed against, and have born Chastisements from the hand of God for them. 3ly. We would beware of Formality, and study Seriousness and Forvour in our Devotions.
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He proves their Sonship, because it is witnessed by the Testimony of Gods Spirit, and by the Testimony of their own Conscience. Observe, 1st. That Gods People may be assured of Sonship. Observe, 2ly. That the manner of attaining it, is by the Testimony of the Spirit, and by the Testimony of Conscience.
He Proves their Sonship, Because it is witnessed by the Testimony of God's Spirit, and by the Testimony of their own Conscience. Observe, 1st. That God's People may be assured of Sonship. Observe, 2ly. That the manner of attaining it, is by the Testimony of the Spirit, and by the Testimony of Conscience.
For the First Observation, I clear the attainableness of assurance, by these Four Grounds. 1st. God Commands to endeavour to attain it. 2 Pet: 1.11, 12. 2ly. The Saints have attained it before, Rom. 8. Last. Ye see the experience of David frequently in the Psalms. 3ly. He hath laid down positive marks in th Scripture, evidenceing the state of Sonship, many of these are set down in the 1 Epist. John, and it cannot be conceived that the Spirit of God should lay down these Marks but for this end, that the People of God by discerning them in themselves may attain to Assurance thereby. 4th. Ground is the necessity and usefulness of Assurance to Gods People;
For the First Observation, I clear the attainableness of assurance, by these Four Grounds. 1st. God Commands to endeavour to attain it. 2 Pet: 1.11, 12. 2ly. The Saints have attained it before, Rom. 8. Last. You see the experience of David frequently in the Psalms. 3ly. He hath laid down positive marks in that Scripture, evidencing the state of Sonship, many of these Are Set down in the 1 Epistle John, and it cannot be conceived that the Spirit of God should lay down these Marks but for this end, that the People of God by discerning them in themselves may attain to Assurance thereby. 4th. Ground is the necessity and usefulness of Assurance to God's People;
without it we cannot r•joice in Tribulation, which is their necessary Duty, and approveable temper, Rom. 5.3. Without it they cannot rejoice in God, as their Covenanted Portion ibid 10. Without this we cannot be cheerful in Obedidience, We cannot rejoice and work Righteousness.
without it we cannot r•joice in Tribulation, which is their necessary Duty, and approvable temper, Rom. 5.3. Without it they cannot rejoice in God, as their Covenanted Portion Ibid 10. Without this we cannot be cheerful in Obedience, We cannot rejoice and work Righteousness.
The Apostasie of Temporary Believers speaks nothing against this Assurance, Because true Believers have Attainments, that Temporary Believers are wholly Strangers to, Heb. 6.9.
The Apostasy of Temporary Believers speaks nothing against this Assurance, Because true Believers have Attainments, that Temporary Believers Are wholly Strangers to, Hebrew 6.9.
And that first, because these Threatnings are given out indefinitly against the whole Members of the Visible Church, amongst whom there are many Hypocrites. And 2ly.
And that First, Because these Threatenings Are given out indefinitely against the Whole Members of the Visible Church, among whom there Are many Hypocrites. And 2ly.
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Use of this serves, To reprove the Error of the Roman Church, which maintains, that true Believers can attain to no more then a conjectural Opinion anent their sonship. 2ly. It reproves the Carnal Professors of the Visible Church, who, because of their being strangers to the Operations of the Spirit in the Hearts of true Believers, look upon Assurance as an unattainable thing.
Use of this serves, To reprove the Error of the Roman Church, which maintains, that true Believers can attain to no more then a conjectural Opinion anent their sonship. 2ly. It reproves the Carnal Professors of the Visible Church, who, Because of their being Strangers to the Operations of the Spirit in the Hearts of true Believers, look upon Assurance as an unattainable thing.
The Spirit Testifies to our Sonship. 1st. By giving an External Revelation in the Scriptures, that penitent Believers are the Sons of God, John 1.12. 2ly. The Spirit concurrs with this Testimony, by illuminating the Mind and Understanding, and perswading it of the truth of this External Revelation, 1 Cor. 2.12. 3ly. The Spirit concurrs to this Testimony, by being an evidence of our Sonship, by reason of his Gracious sanctifying presence in us:
The Spirit Testifies to our Sonship. 1st. By giving an External Revelation in the Scriptures, that penitent Believers Are the Sons of God, John 1.12. 2ly. The Spirit concurs with this Testimony, by illuminating the Mind and Understanding, and persuading it of the truth of this External Revelation, 1 Cor. 2.12. 3ly. The Spirit concurs to this Testimony, by being an evidence of our Sonship, by reason of his Gracious sanctifying presence in us:
Therefore the Scripture calls him the Earnest of our Inheritance, Eph. 1: 13, and Gods Seal on us Eph: 4.30, 4ly. The Spirit testifies our Sonship by giving us this Internal Objective Revelation.
Therefore the Scripture calls him the Earnest of our Inheritance, Ephesians 1: 13, and God's Seal on us Ephesians: 4.30, 4ly. The Spirit Testifies our Sonship by giving us this Internal Objective Revelation.
and albeit we cannot discern a true difference between a suggestion of the Spirit of God injecting this thought in us, That we are •on•, differing, I say, from the Act of our Conscience concluding our Sonship from reflecting on the truth of our Graces;
and albeit we cannot discern a true difference between a suggestion of the Spirit of God injecting this Thought in us, That we Are •on•, differing, I say, from the Act of our Conscience concluding our Sonship from reflecting on the truth of our Graces;
And if we consider this Text, which asserts the Spirit, to be a Co-witness with Conscience testifieing Sonship, it supposeth that the Spirit doth give this Internal Objective Revelation to the Mind,
And if we Consider this Text, which asserts the Spirit, to be a Co-witness with Conscience testifying Sonship, it Supposeth that the Spirit does give this Internal Objective Revelation to the Mind,
For to say, that all that the Spirit, works in this affair, is to assist the Conscience concluding Sonship from the discerning of the true Marks of a renewed state;
For to say, that all that the Spirit, works in this affair, is to assist the Conscience concluding Sonship from the discerning of the true Marks of a renewed state;
but he cannot properly be called a Testator himself, yea also and another Testator besides the Conscience, which the Text does here assert neither doeth t• is Assertion of the Spirits giving this Internal Objective Revelation anent the Son ship of the Saints, take off Believers from the written word,
but he cannot properly be called a Testator himself, yea also and Another Testator beside the Conscience, which the Text does Here assert neither doth t• is Assertion of the Spirits giving this Internal Objective Revelation anent the Son ship of the Saints, take off Believers from the written word,
as a Rule of their Life, and expose Believers to delusions, by leading them to wait upon Internal Revelations differing from the Revelations made in Scripture: And that 1st.
as a Rule of their Life, and expose Believers to delusions, by leading them to wait upon Internal Revelations differing from the Revelations made in Scripture: And that 1st.
Because this Internal Revelation is agreeable to Scripture-Revelation, because it is the Revelacion of Sonship to a particular Membe• of the Church, who hath all the Scripture-marks of an Adopted state;
Because this Internal Revelation is agreeable to Scripture-revelation, Because it is the Revelation of Sonship to a particular Membe• of the Church, who hath all the Scripture marks of an Adopted state;
neither is this internal Revelation of Sonship to a particular Believer, a new Revelation of a new Article of Faith, not contained in the Scriptures, added to the Creed of other Believers, obliedging them to believe the same;
neither is this internal Revelation of Sonship to a particular Believer, a new Revelation of a new Article of Faith, not contained in the Scriptures, added to the Creed of other Believers, obliedging them to believe the same;
It is Answered, The Testimony of the Spirit is attended with the Testimony of Conscience, concluding upon rational Grounds their Sonship, he is said here to be a Co-witness with our Spirits. 2ly. Where it is, it brings with it a disposition and promptitude for Prayer:
It is Answered, The Testimony of the Spirit is attended with the Testimony of Conscience, concluding upon rational Grounds their Sonship, he is said Here to be a Co-witness with our Spirits. 2ly. Where it is, it brings with it a disposition and promptitude for Prayer:
It is the Testimony of the Spirit of Adoption, whereby we Cry Abba, Father. 3ly. It disposes the Soul for Holiness, it is the holy Spirit of Promise, that gives this Testimony, Eph. 1.13. There are these Three or Four Ways, whereby we may win to this Spirits Testimony. As. 1st. By exact walking, God gives it as a Reward to his Obedient Children, 2ly.
It is the Testimony of the Spirit of Adoption, whereby we Cry Abba, Father. 3ly. It disposes the Soul for Holiness, it is the holy Spirit of Promise, that gives this Testimony, Ephesians 1.13. There Are these Three or Four Ways, whereby we may win to this Spirits Testimony. As. 1st. By exact walking, God gives it as a Reward to his Obedient Children, 2ly.
as in his Sanctifying Vertue, by improving the Gospel; We receive the Spirit by the hearing of Faith, Gal. 3.2. That is by the acceptance and improving of the Object of Faith, Viz. the Promise of the Gospel.
as in his Sanctifying Virtue, by improving the Gospel; We receive the Spirit by the hearing of Faith, Gal. 3.2. That is by the acceptance and improving of the Object of Faith, Viz. the Promise of the Gospel.
and this is win at by studying singleness and sincerity, 2 Cor. 1.12. See Job• Experience, 2ly. We would labour for the grouth of Grace, for when Grace is growen, it is better seen than when it is in a mean measure. 3ly. We would labour to have all the Graces of the Spirit;
and this is win At by studying singleness and sincerity, 2 Cor. 1.12. See Job• Experience, 2ly. We would labour for the grouth of Grace, for when Grace is grown, it is better seen than when it is in a mean measure. 3ly. We would labour to have all the Graces of the Spirit;
for our shortcoming in some, makes us jealous we want all. 4ly. When God calls us to self-denying Acts of Obedience, we would readily answer Gods Call;
for our shortcoming in Some, makes us jealous we want all. 4ly. When God calls us to self-denying Acts of obedience, we would readily answer God's Call;
For if God take self-denying Acts of Obedience for Evidences of the Truth of Grace, a mans own Conscience may safely take them for a sure Evidence of the same,
For if God take self-denying Acts of obedience for Evidences of the Truth of Grace, a men own Conscience may safely take them for a sure Evidence of the same,
Verse 17. And if Children, then Heirs, Heirs of God, and Joint-Heirs with Christ: if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorifyed together.
Verse 17. And if Children, then Heirs, Heirs of God, and Joint heirs with christ: if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together.
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and he turns the Objection to a Confirmation of this Truth, See 1 Pet. 1.14 If so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorifyed together. Observe 1st. From the Text, that God's Children shall certainly possess the Inheritance; The 1st. Ground of this Objective Certainty is, the Oath and Promise of the Covenant, See Heb. 6. 2d. Ground is, the two Priviledges of the Saints, whereby they have Right to this Inheritance. And these are 1st. Justification. Tit. 3.6. 2ly. Adoption, See the Text. 3d. Ground are the Seals whereby God confirms the Promise of this Inheritance to his People. 1st. Seal is the internal Seal of the Spirit, Eph. 1.13. 2d.
and he turns the Objection to a Confirmation of this Truth, See 1 Pet. 1.14 If so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together. Observe 1st. From the Text, that God's Children shall Certainly possess the Inheritance; The 1st. Ground of this Objective Certainty is, the Oath and Promise of the Covenant, See Hebrew 6. 2d. Ground is, the two Privileges of the Saints, whereby they have Right to this Inheritance. And these Are 1st. Justification. Tit. 3.6. 2ly. Adoption, See the Text. 3d. Ground Are the Seals whereby God confirms the Promise of this Inheritance to his People. 1st. Seal is the internal Seal of the Spirit, Ephesians 1.13. 2d.
Seal is the external Seal of the Sacrament of the Supper, which is a Seal of the Communion of his Body and Blood, the Bread which we break is the Communion of his Body,
Seal is the external Seal of the Sacrament of the Supper, which is a Seal of the Communion of his Body and Blood, the Bred which we break is the Communion of his Body,
and the Cup which we drink, is the Communion of his Blood, 2 Cor. 10. And we know that the Communion of his Body and Blood secures Eternal Life to the Believer, according to his Doctrine, John. 6. The 4th. Ground of Certainty, is the Enjoyment of the first Fruits of the Spirit, Viz. Peace and Joy, which are the Beginnings of Heaven;
and the Cup which we drink, is the Communion of his Blood, 2 Cor. 10. And we know that the Communion of his Body and Blood secures Eternal Life to the Believer, according to his Doctrine, John. 6. The 4th. Ground of Certainty, is the Enjoyment of the First Fruits of the Spirit, Viz. Peace and Joy, which Are the Beginnings of Heaven;
They that wait for the first Fruits, they wait for the Adoption and Redemption of their Body, see the Verses subsequent to this Text. The 5th. Ground of Certainty is, the performance of that Good to the Children of Israel, that was Typical of this.
They that wait for the First Fruits, they wait for the Adoption and Redemption of their Body, see the Verses subsequent to this Text. The 5th. Ground of Certainty is, the performance of that Good to the Children of Israel, that was Typical of this.
God possest the natural Seed of Abraham, of the earthly Canaan, which was a Type that he would possess the Spiritual Seed of Abraham of the Heavenly Canaan.
God possessed the natural Seed of Abraham, of the earthly Canaan, which was a Type that he would possess the Spiritual Seed of Abraham of the Heavenly Canaan.
Ʋse, This Exhorts the Godly to be content with their Lot, and to make nothing their Treasure and Felicity, which is upon Earth. 2•y. It Exhorts the Godly to attain a subjective certainty of this Inheritance, and to found that subjective certainty on the former Grounds, which clear the objective certainty of the same. 3ly.
Ʋse, This Exhorts the Godly to be content with their Lot, and to make nothing their Treasure and Felicity, which is upon Earth. 2•y. It Exhorts the Godly to attain a subjective certainty of this Inheritance, and to found that subjective certainty on the former Grounds, which clear the objective certainty of the same. 3ly.
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the day when they possess that Inheritance is called a day of the manifestation of the Sons of God. 2ly. God is an all sufficient God, this is an all-sufficient Inheritance, God is all in all, 1 Cor. 15. The Godly inherite all things, Rev. 2•. 3ly. God is an Eternal and Unchangeable God, and therefore it is an Eternal Inheritance, it cannot be wasted away.
the day when they possess that Inheritance is called a day of the manifestation of the Sons of God. 2ly. God is an all sufficient God, this is an All-sufficient Inheritance, God is all in all, 1 Cor. 15. The Godly inherit all things, Rev. 2•. 3ly. God is an Eternal and Unchangeable God, and Therefore it is an Eternal Inheritance, it cannot be wasted away.
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our God is an holy God, and therefore this Inheritance is undefiled, 1 Pet. 1.3. Created Enjoyments are subject to be abused by men, through their Corruption, (it is a piece of the vanity of the Creature, to which it is subjected, that it may be made Fewel to Lust) but this is a Land, wherein dwelleth Righteousness, there is nothing enters that defiles.
our God is an holy God, and Therefore this Inheritance is undefiled, 1 Pet. 1.3. Created Enjoyments Are Subject to be abused by men, through their Corruption, (it is a piece of the vanity of the Creature, to which it is subjected, that it may be made Fuel to Lust) but this is a Land, wherein dwells Righteousness, there is nothing enters that defiles.
This is to reprove those, that have low and carnal Conceptions of this Inheritance. 2ly. It reproves such, who have mean Expectations from God in this World, and are content with mean Measures of Spiritual Good, seing God designs to possess them of such an Excellent Inheritance. Observe 3ly. That the Inheritance to be possest by Gods Children, for the nature of it, is the same possest by the man Christ;
This is to reprove those, that have low and carnal Conceptions of this Inheritance. 2ly. It reproves such, who have mean Expectations from God in this World, and Are content with mean Measures of Spiritual Good, sing God designs to possess them of such an Excellent Inheritance. Observe 3ly. That the Inheritance to be possessed by God's Children, for the nature of it, is the same possessed by the man christ;
so they that eat him shall live by him, John 6.57. The Glory of their Body is of the same kind with his, Phil. 3. last. That same Love that the Father hath to him, vents it self in suitable Expressions towards them, John 17. last. They are admitted to the same glorious Place with him, John 14.3. That same light of Glory, whereby they see him as he is, brings them to a conformity with him, 1 John 3.2. The Reason of this is, their Adoption, which calls for this Participation of Glory;
so they that eat him shall live by him, John 6.57. The Glory of their Body is of the same kind with his, Philip 3. last. That same Love that the Father hath to him, vents it self in suitable Expressions towards them, John 17. last. They Are admitted to the same glorious Place with him, John 14.3. That same Light of Glory, whereby they see him as he is, brings them to a conformity with him, 1 John 3.2. The Reason of this is, their Adoption, which calls for this Participation of Glory;
if Children then Co-heirs with Christ, and this Adoption is granted to give them a Title to this Inheritance, 1 John 3.2. There must be conformity betwixt the Head and the Members, but Christ must have the Preéminence, in respect of Degrees, Col. 1.18. He is the First born amongst many Brethren.
if Children then Coheirs with christ, and this Adoption is granted to give them a Title to this Inheritance, 1 John 3.2. There must be conformity betwixt the Head and the Members, but christ must have the Preéminence, in respect of Degrees, Col. 1.18. He is the First born among many Brothers.
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This speaks the great Love of the Redeemer, that is content to communicate his Inheritance with us, 2ly. It calls on Believers to make their Right unquestionable, to this excellent Inheritance. 3ly. It exhorts Believers to be content with their suffering Lot, seing they are to share in his Glory. 4ly. It exhorts them to imitate him in his Obedience:
This speaks the great Love of the Redeemer, that is content to communicate his Inheritance with us, 2ly. It calls on Believers to make their Right unquestionable, to this excellent Inheritance. 3ly. It exhorts Believers to be content with their suffering Lot, sing they Are to share in his Glory. 4ly. It exhorts them to imitate him in his obedience:
It was a self-denying Obedience, he humbled himself and became obedient to death. Observe 4ly. Christ behooved to suffer before he was glorified, Luke 24. Christ behooved to suffer, and so to enter into his Glory;
It was a self-denying obedience, he humbled himself and became obedient to death. Observe 4ly. christ behooved to suffer before he was glorified, Lycia 24. christ behooved to suffer, and so to enter into his Glory;
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before Justice could admit him into the Possession of his Glory. 2ly. He behooved to go through the Course of his Obedience, before the possession of his Reward. 3ly. The Father gives a full instance of the consistence of his Love with a suffering Lot, 4ly. By this, the Father would make a discovery, what should be the course of his Providence, towards his Adopted Children, viz. That they should be brought, through, many sufferings, to the possession of their Glory.
before justice could admit him into the Possession of his Glory. 2ly. He behooved to go through the Course of his obedience, before the possession of his Reward. 3ly. The Father gives a full instance of the consistence of his Love with a suffering Lot, 4ly. By this, the Father would make a discovery, what should be the course of his Providence, towards his Adopted Children, viz. That they should be brought, through, many sufferings, to the possession of their Glory.
as tho that Lot signified Gods want of Love to them. or the want of a purpose to Glorifie them; 2ly. It reproves the Discontentment of Gods Children with their suffering Lot;
as though that Lot signified God's want of Love to them. or the want of a purpose to glorify them; 2ly. It reproves the Discontentment of God's Children with their suffering Lot;
then he hath used towards his own only begotten Son. 3ly. It may contribute towards the strengthening the Faith of the Saints in their Extremity of Sufferings, seing Christs Sufferings did not marr his Glory, they may expect that their Sufferings will not marr theirs. 4ly. It reproves those that are impatiently desirous of Glory, and would shift a suffering Lot. 5ly. It bids us lay our Compt with a suffering Lot in this World. And this is a 5th. Observation from the Text:
then he hath used towards his own only begotten Son. 3ly. It may contribute towards the strengthening the Faith of the Saints in their Extremity of Sufferings, sing Christ Sufferings did not mar his Glory, they may expect that their Sufferings will not mar theirs. 4ly. It reproves those that Are impatiently desirous of Glory, and would shift a suffering Lot. 5ly. It bids us lay our Count with a suffering Lot in this World. And this is a 5th. Observation from the Text:
and let it be the oc•sion of the Exercise of all these Graces to you; and that your Heart may win to a complyance with it Labour 1st. to be Mortified to the Vanity of th• World. 2ly. Labour to Mortifie your Predom•nants, which alienate you from the Cross, as takin• away the Fewel from these Lusts. 3ly. Labour to a firm Faith, that your Sufferings will not, neith• can marr your Glory. 4ly. Be often considering That a part of your conformity with Christ stands • this, and that your Sufferings are an Moral mea• appointed of God, to make you meet for Glory. Use 2d.
and let it be the oc•sion of the Exercise of all these Graces to you; and that your Heart may win to a compliance with it Labour 1st. to be Mortified to the Vanity of th• World. 2ly. Labour to Mortify your Predom•nants, which alienate you from the Cross, as takin• away the Fuel from these Lusts. 3ly. Labour to a firm Faith, that your Sufferings will not, neith• can mar your Glory. 4ly. Be often considering That a part of your conformity with christ Stands • this, and that your Sufferings Are an Moral mea• appointed of God, to make you meet for Glory. Use 2d.
Ʋse 3d. It reproves those, who stumble at th• Providence, and that have their Mind alienate from Religion, upon that account. Observe 6ly. The description that is given o• right Suffering, it is called a Suffering with Christ which is a testifying the same Truth, that he testified unto, 1 Tim 1.13. It is not a Suffering for maintaining of Errors, or for committing of Crimes. 1 Pet. 4.13. 2ly. It is an imitating of Christ in the manner of our Sufferings, which takes in a Suffering flowing from the like Principles, that his Sufferings did flow from;
Ʋse 3d. It reproves those, who Stumble At th• Providence, and that have their Mind alienate from Religion, upon that account. Observe 6ly. The description that is given o• right Suffering, it is called a Suffering with christ which is a testifying the same Truth, that he testified unto, 1 Tim 1.13. It is not a Suffering for maintaining of Errors, or for committing of Crimes. 1 Pet. 4.13. 2ly. It is an imitating of christ in the manner of our Sufferings, which Takes in a Suffering flowing from the like Principles, that his Sufferings did flow from;
such as Love to God, Jo. 14.31 Love to the People of God, Jo. 15.12. Rev. 1.5 Self-Denyal, and Humility, Phil. 2.3, 4. Patience, 1 Pet. 2.22. Heb. 12.3. and Faith, Heb. 12, 2. Jo. 17.2, 3. 3ly.
such as Love to God, John 14.31 Love to the People of God, John 15.12. Rev. 1.5 Self-Denyal, and Humility, Philip 2.3, 4. Patience, 1 Pet. 2.22. Hebrew 12.3. and Faith, Hebrew 12, 2. John 17.2, 3. 3ly.
so far as was possible, he went about doing good, Acts 10. He comforted and warned his Disciples under his Agony in the Garden, Matth. 27. 4ly. This Imitation, lyes in the entire submission to the disposal of Providence, not my will but thine be done says our Lord. 5ly. This Imitation lyes in our meekness towards our Persecutors, Father forgive them, for they know not what they are doing, was the Language of our Saviour on the Cross. And 6ly. This imitation lyes, in not declining the variety of sufferings, and the extremity of them. Use 1st. Of Tryal, To try whether we imitate Christ in the manner of our suffering; Use 2d. Of Imitation.
so Far as was possible, he went about doing good, Acts 10. He comforted and warned his Disciples under his Agony in the Garden, Matthew 27. 4ly. This Imitation, lies in the entire submission to the disposal of Providence, not my will but thine be done Says our Lord. 5ly. This Imitation lies in our meekness towards our Persecutors, Father forgive them, for they know not what they Are doing, was the Language of our Saviour on the Cross. And 6ly. This imitation lies, in not declining the variety of sufferings, and the extremity of them. Use 1st. Of Trial, To try whither we imitate christ in the manner of our suffering; Use 2d. Of Imitation.
is, The Issues of his Sufferings are proposed for our Encouragement, Heb: 12, 2. 3d. Motive is, He was Innocent, and we are Guilty. 4th. Motive is, His Sufferings took the sting out of our sufferings.
is, The Issues of his Sufferings Are proposed for our Encouragement, Hebrew: 12, 2. 3d. Motive is, He was Innocent, and we Are Guilty. 4th. Motive is, His Sufferings took the sting out of our sufferings.
but it affords them matter of Exuberant Joy, Psal. 16, last 2ly. Their Afflictions do only afflict their outward Man, and their inward Man is Afflicted, by way of sympathy;
but it affords them matter of Exuberant Joy, Psalm 16, last 2ly. Their Afflictions do only afflict their outward Man, and their inward Man is Afflicted, by Way of Sympathy;
The Number of the Comforting Ingredients, that are in the Lot of the Glorified Saint, exceeds far the Number of the Afflicting Ingredients, that is in the sufferings of the Christian,
The Number of the Comforting Ingredients, that Are in the Lot of the Glorified Saint, exceeds Far the Number of the Afflicting Ingredients, that is in the sufferings of the Christian,
Comforts springing from Communion with God, with Angels and Saints, Comforts springing from the sanctity of the Soul, and incorruptibility of the Body;
Comforts springing from Communion with God, with Angels and Saints, Comforts springing from the sanctity of the Soul, and incorruptibility of the Body;
as the Text says, but the Glory to come is Eternal. Ʋse 1st. Of Instruction, To let us see, that the voluntary Sufferings of the Saints, are not condignally Meritorious of Eternal Life;
as the Text Says, but the Glory to come is Eternal. Ʋse 1st. Of Instruction, To let us see, that the voluntary Sufferings of the Saints, Are not condignally Meritorious of Eternal Life;
The suffering Saint receives more Spiritual and Eternal Good from God, even in this Life, then can sufficiently compense any Evil that is in their Suffering Lot. 3ly. The sufferings of the Saints are Chastisements for their Sins, 1 Pet. 4.17.
The suffering Saint receives more Spiritual and Eternal Good from God, even in this Life, then can sufficiently compense any Evil that is in their Suffering Lot. 3ly. The sufferings of the Saints Are Chastisements for their Sins, 1 Pet. 4.17.
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Therefore they cannot be Meritorious. 4ly. The Voluntary Sufferings of the Saints have Moral defects attending on them, they spring not from that degree of Love and Zeal that becomes, they are attended with Unbelief and Impatience.
Therefore they cannot be Meritorious. 4ly. The Voluntary Sufferings of the Saints have Moral defects attending on them, they spring not from that degree of Love and Zeal that becomes, they Are attended with Unbelief and Impatience.
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This serves for the Humiliation of sufferers for Christ, and may be useful to refute the Popish Opinion anent the merit of Martyrs. Ʋse 2d. To encourage Folks to suffer for Christ: For 1st. It is an Honour to suffer for him;
This serves for the Humiliation of sufferers for christ, and may be useful to refute the Popish Opinion anent the merit of Martyrs. Ʋse 2d. To encourage Folks to suffer for christ: For 1st. It is an Honour to suffer for him;
To give a Testimony to that sacred Verity that he Preached, see Phil. 1. last. Acts 5. last. 2ly. Their Sufferings for Christ are short, they terminate with Life. 3ly. They affect but the outward Man, and take but away our outward Enjoyments, they do not reach our Soul. 4ly. They consist in the loss of these things, that we will want at Death, whether we will or not. 5ly. They are Medicinal and preparatory for Heaven, 2 Cor. 4, last. 6ly.
To give a Testimony to that sacred Verity that he Preached, see Philip 1. last. Acts 5. last. 2ly. Their Sufferings for christ Are short, they terminate with Life. 3ly. They affect but the outward Man, and take but away our outward Enjoyments, they do not reach our Soul. 4ly. They consist in the loss of these things, that we will want At Death, whither we will or not. 5ly. They Are Medicinal and preparatory for Heaven, 2 Cor. 4, last. 6ly.
the Vails are the sinfulness of our state, the frailty of our Nature and Death, the Contempt and Persecution from the World, the mean measures and frequent Interruptions of our Communion with God.
the Vails Are the sinfulness of our state, the frailty of our Nature and Death, the Contempt and Persecution from the World, the mean measures and frequent Interruptions of our Communion with God.
2d, Help to win to this choice, Labour to be Mortified to all Creature-Enjoyments, by considering their insufficiency and unsuitableness to make us happy, to quiet our Conscience and content our Mind. 2ly By considering, outward things may be possest by the outward Man,
2d, Help to win to this choice, Labour to be Mortified to all Creature enjoyments, by considering their insufficiency and unsuitableness to make us happy, to quiet our Conscience and content our Mind. 2ly By considering, outward things may be possessed by the outward Man,
A 4th Help is, Daily meditate on the Excellency of this Glory, Considering it is the Glory possest by Christ, and suitable to Divine Adoption. Use 4th.
A 4th Help is, Daily meditate on the Excellency of this Glory, Considering it is the Glory possessed by christ, and suitable to Divine Adoption. Use 4th.
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That the Creature shall attain its ancient perfection as an attendant of that Glory, And he confirms the certainty of this Glory, from this, that the Creation will never be brought to its primitive Vigour and Beauty,
That the Creature shall attain its ancient perfection as an attendant of that Glory, And he confirms the certainty of this Glory, from this, that the Creation will never be brought to its primitive Vigour and Beauty,
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For nihil violentum est durabile: He proposeth in the 19 Verse (speaking figura•ively) That the Creature is a patern for our Imitation, casting us a Copy for Patience and Hope under our Crosses;
For nihil violentum est durabile: He Proposeth in the 19 Verse (speaking figura•ively) That the Creature is a pattern for our Imitation, casting us a Copy for Patience and Hope under our Crosses;
Because God subjected the same to Vanity in Hope, that is, he never designed, when he imposed the Vanity on the Creature, to perpetuate the same. The 2d.
Because God subjected the same to Vanity in Hope, that is, he never designed, when he imposed the Vanity on the Creature, to perpetuate the same. The 2d.
And lastly come to speak practically to those Graces that the Apostle would lead Believers to the Exercise of, by the stirring them up to imitate the Creature. And these are 1st. Hope. 2ly. Patience, The Creature doth earnestly wait for the manifestation of the Sons of God;
And lastly come to speak practically to those Graces that the Apostle would led Believers to the Exercise of, by the stirring them up to imitate the Creature. And these Are 1st. Hope. 2ly. Patience, The Creature does earnestly wait for the manifestation of the Sons of God;
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The Relative Vanity of the Creature consists in this, that there is nothing in the Creature that can satisfie Mans desires, quiet his Conscience, or put him in a quiet or stable condition, free of all Troubles, and enjoying all satisfaction;
The Relative Vanity of the Creature consists in this, that there is nothing in the Creature that can satisfy men Desires, quiet his Conscience, or put him in a quiet or stable condition, free of all Troubles, and enjoying all satisfaction;
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and the Spring of this Vanity, is the Creatures insufficiency. 2ly. The Creatures perishing Nature and Corruptibility, 3ly. The uncertain Enjoyment of the Creature, we may be taken from it, or it from us. 4ly.
and the Spring of this Vanity, is the Creatures insufficiency. 2ly. The Creatures perishing Nature and Corruptibility, 3ly. The uncertain Enjoyment of the Creature, we may be taken from it, or it from us. 4ly.
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Next, ye may consider the Vanity of the Creature absolutely, and it stands in that degenerate condition of the Creature, from what it was in the state of Innocence. And 1st.
Next, you may Consider the Vanity of the Creature absolutely, and it Stands in that degenerate condition of the Creature, from what it was in the state of Innocence. And 1st.
It stands in its Corruptibility, the Elements are corruptible and changeable, as to their Parts, as witness the changes that are made in Fire, Air, Earth and Water. 2ly. It stands in the defect of their Primitive Vigour, the Earth is not so fruitful as it was in Innocence. 3ly.
It Stands in its Corruptibility, the Elements Are corruptible and changeable, as to their Parts, as witness the changes that Are made in Fire, Air, Earth and Water. 2ly. It Stands in the defect of their Primitive Vigour, the Earth is not so fruitful as it was in Innocence. 3ly.
It stands in the Creatures hurtfulness to man, and considering the noisome Plants and Herbs brought forth by the Earth, the unwholesomeness of the Air,
It Stands in the Creatures hurtfulness to man, and considering the noisome Plants and Herbs brought forth by the Earth, the unwholesomeness of the Air,
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For the 3d. Thing, by the Creatures not subjecting it self willingly to Vanity, is mean'd, that this Vanity is against the first Institution and Order of God in the Creation. And 2ly. That this Vanity is against the natural Propensity and Inclination of the Creature. For the 4th.
For the 3d. Thing, by the Creatures not subjecting it self willingly to Vanity, is meaned, that this Vanity is against the First Institution and Order of God in the Creation. And 2ly. That this Vanity is against the natural Propensity and Inclination of the Creature. For the 4th.
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Thing, that the Creature was made subject to Vanity by reason of God, the meaning of it is, That albeit the Creatures have a natural Capacity to be more beautiful and perfect than they are,
Thing, that the Creature was made Subject to Vanity by reason of God, the meaning of it is, That albeit the Creatures have a natural Capacity to be more beautiful and perfect than they Are,
yet they bear the Vanity that is imposed on them, by reason of that Obediential Subjection they owe to their Creator, every Creature keeping that Condition appointed to them by God. 5ly. By the Creatures expectation of its liberty, is not meaned any proper Hope;
yet they bear the Vanity that is imposed on them, by reason of that Obediential Subjection they owe to their Creator, every Creature keeping that Condition appointed to them by God. 5ly. By the Creatures expectation of its liberty, is not meaned any proper Hope;
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but that the Creature has a tendency to its own Perfection, and God having made it perfect, in the state of Innocency, what ever Defects it has acquired since the Fall of Man, it cannot be perpetual
but that the Creature has a tendency to its own Perfection, and God having made it perfect, in the state of Innocency, what ever Defects it has acquired since the Fallen of Man, it cannot be perpetual
We come now to speak to the 19. Verse, In which ye may observe these Two Things, Viz. 1st. The Creatures Hope and Patience, 2ly. The Object of both, that is the Manifestation of the Sons of God. Observe 1st. That we are called to exercise the hope of Heaven, in Imitation of the Creature. Reasons of it, Are 1st. It engages to Purity, 1 John 3.6. 2ly. It supports under outward Afflictions, 1 Sam. 30.3. 3ly. It supports under Desertions, Psal. 42. 4ly. It makes folks thankful for their Mercy, Psal. 71.14. The Way to come by this Hope, is 1st. To live by Faith, Rom. 15.13. 2ly. To discern our Regeneration, 1 Pet. 1.3. 3ly. To continue in affection to the Godly, as the unquestionable Sign of Grace, Heb. 6.12. And 4ly. To remember former Experiences.
We come now to speak to the 19. Verse, In which you may observe these Two Things, Viz. 1st. The Creatures Hope and Patience, 2ly. The Object of both, that is the Manifestation of the Sons of God. Observe 1st. That we Are called to exercise the hope of Heaven, in Imitation of the Creature. Reasons of it, are 1st. It engages to Purity, 1 John 3.6. 2ly. It supports under outward Afflictions, 1 Sam. 30.3. 3ly. It supports under Desertions, Psalm 42. 4ly. It makes folks thankful for their Mercy, Psalm 71.14. The Way to come by this Hope, is 1st. To live by Faith, Rom. 15.13. 2ly. To discern our Regeneration, 1 Pet. 1.3. 3ly. To continue in affection to the Godly, as the unquestionable Signen of Grace, Hebrew 6.12. And 4ly. To Remember former Experiences.
this Figurative Manifestation of the Sons of God, is ascribed to the Creature, because they will never attain to their Primitive Perfection and Beauty, till the Sons of God be Glorifyed,
this Figurative Manifestation of the Sons of God, is ascribed to the Creature, Because they will never attain to their Primitive Perfection and Beauty, till the Sons of God be Glorified,
and untill the last Day, At which time, or rather the Beginning of Eternity, when there shall be a Manifestation of the Sons of God, It shall be manifested then how excellent a Dignity it is to be the Sons of God;
and until the last Day, At which time, or rather the Beginning of Eternity, when there shall be a Manifestation of the Sons of God, It shall be manifested then how excellent a Dignity it is to be the Sons of God;
the outward Visible Effects of Adoption, are delayed till that day, and therefore the Redemption of the Body is called Adoption in the subsequent Verses;
the outward Visible Effects of Adoption, Are delayed till that day, and Therefore the Redemption of the Body is called Adoption in the subsequent Verses;
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and so every man shall have praise of God, see 2 Cor. 4 This Description of the last Day affords us an Use of Consolation, to the Christian that doubts of his Adoption. 2ly. To the Christian contemned by the World. 3ly. To the Christian censured by the World for his Hypocrisie. A 2d. Use is of Exhortation, to exhort folks to live suitably to this Adoption, seing its Manifestation is so certain.
and so every man shall have praise of God, see 2 Cor. 4 This Description of the last Day affords us an Use of Consolation, to the Christian that doubts of his Adoption. 2ly. To the Christian contemned by the World. 3ly. To the Christian censured by the World for his Hypocrisy. A 2d. Use is of Exhortation, to exhort folks to live suitably to this Adoption, sing its Manifestation is so certain.
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From the 20. Verse. Observe the Vanity of all this visible Creation, and its Insufficiency to make men happy; And therefore Folks, 1st. Should not have excessive Desires after it;
From the 20. Verse. Observe the Vanity of all this visible Creation, and its Insufficiency to make men happy; And Therefore Folks, 1st. Should not have excessive Desires After it;
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Our Desires should not be p•remptor, like Rache•s after Children, we should be content to want what God denyes. 2ly. It reproves these that have big Expectations from the World, like that fool Luke 12. who builded his large Barnes:
Our Desires should not be p•remptor, like Rache•s After Children, we should be content to want what God Denies. 2ly. It reproves these that have big Expectations from the World, like that fool Lycia 12. who built his large Barns:
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It reproves those that are unsober in their Enjoyments, who do not use the World as though they used it not, such who look on their Injoyments as perpetual,
It reproves those that Are unsober in their Enjoyments, who do not use the World as though they used it not, such who look on their Enjoyments as perpetual,
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It reproves those that gives way to anxious Care, about obtaining of the Worlds Good, which anxiety makes them with Martha neglect the one thing needful,
It reproves those that gives Way to anxious Care, about obtaining of the World's Good, which anxiety makes them with Martha neglect the one thing needful,
when it hinders them always to rejoice in God, and when it weakens their health. A 2d. Use of Exhortation, from the Vanity of the Creature, is, People should be crucified to it;
when it hinders them always to rejoice in God, and when it weakens their health. A 2d. Use of Exhortation, from the Vanity of the Creature, is, People should be Crucified to it;
That they may win to this, they should labour 1st. For Mortification of their Lusts. 2ly. They should labour for a lively Faith of a better World 3ly. They should observe the frequent Disappointments they meet with from the Worlds Good.
That they may win to this, they should labour 1st. For Mortification of their Lusts. 2ly. They should labour for a lively Faith of a better World 3ly. They should observe the frequent Disappointments they meet with from the World's Good.
From the Creatures aversion to this Vanity, It is subject to Vanity, not willingly: Christians may learn, they are allowed to have a lawful Aversion from the Cross, which aversion kythes in their Prayers to remove the Cross,
From the Creatures aversion to this Vanity, It is Subject to Vanity, not willingly: Christians may Learn, they Are allowed to have a lawful Aversion from the Cross, which aversion kythes in their Prayers to remove the Cross,
Which submission kythes, 1st, In an grateful Acknowledgement of the present Mercies of their Lot. 2ly. In a cordial Complyance with their Duty, notwithstanding of their Cross. 3ly: In a believing of Gods Promises, made to them notwithstanding of it. 4ly. In a Justification of Gods Way towards them, notwithstanding of the same. 5ly. In a refusing of all unwarrantable Ways for their relief.
Which submission kythes, 1st, In an grateful Acknowledgement of the present mercies of their Lot. 2ly. In a cordial Compliance with their Duty, notwithstanding of their Cross. 3ly: In a believing of God's Promises, made to them notwithstanding of it. 4ly. In a Justification of God's Way towards them, notwithstanding of the same. 5ly. In a refusing of all unwarrantable Ways for their relief.
Helps to win at this Submission, Are 1st. A full Conviction of their Guilt; a living man should not complain for the punishment of his Sins. A 2d. Is the due consideration of the Goodness, Justice, and Soveraignty of God.
Helps to win At this Submission, are 1st. A full Conviction of their Gilded; a living man should not complain for the punishment of his Sins. A 2d. Is the due consideration of the goodness, justice, and Sovereignty of God.
A 3d. Is, the firm belief of Divine Wisdom, which can extract our profite out of the most dark and cross Providences we can live under, Rom. 8.28. The Text says, that he subjected the same in Hope;
A 3d. Is, the firm belief of Divine Wisdom, which can extract our profit out of the most dark and cross Providences we can live under, Rom. 8.28. The Text Says, that he subjected the same in Hope;
That God designs not to keep us perpetually in Misery, but there is a firm Determination in Heaven for our Relief, we may put on the Breastplate of Faith,
That God designs not to keep us perpetually in Misery, but there is a firm Determination in Heaven for our Relief, we may put on the Breastplate of Faith,
in the 20. & 21, Verses, he lays down the Grounds of that Hope and in the 20 Verse there are Two Grounds laid down, whereof one is, That the Vanity to which it was subject, was contrary to its natural Inclination,
in the 20. & 21, Verses, he lays down the Grounds of that Hope and in the 20 Verse there Are Two Grounds laid down, whereof one is, That the Vanity to which it was Subject, was contrary to its natural Inclination,
and Gods primitive Institution in the state 〈 ◊ 〉 Innocence: The Text says, It was not subjected 〈 ◊ 〉 vanity willingly. A 2d. Ground is, there was a fi•ed purpose in God, for the restitution of the Creature to its Primitive Vigour and Beauty;
and God's primitive Institution in the state 〈 ◊ 〉 Innocence: The Text Says, It was not subjected 〈 ◊ 〉 vanity willingly. A 2d. Ground is, there was a fi•ed purpose in God, for the restitution of the Creature to its Primitive Vigour and Beauty;
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And there a 3d. Ground of the Creatures Hope, laid down 〈 ◊ 〉 the 21. Verse, Viz. The necessity of the Creature partaking, according to its measure and capacity, 〈 ◊ 〉 the glorious Liberty of the Sons of God.
And there a 3d. Ground of the Creatures Hope, laid down 〈 ◊ 〉 the 21. Verse, Viz. The necessity of the Creature partaking, according to its measure and capacity, 〈 ◊ 〉 the glorious Liberty of the Sons of God.
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And ther is a Reason given for this, because Vanity was imposed on the Creature for the sins of Gods People and therefore when Gods Children are made free 〈 ◊ 〉 sin, both as to its Guilt and Presence, it is but re•sonable, that the Creature should be liberate of i•• Vanity also. We may Observe here 1st. That Gods Children are, while they are here away, under Bondage.
And there is a Reason given for this, Because Vanity was imposed on the Creature for the Sins of God's People and Therefore when God's Children Are made free 〈 ◊ 〉 since, both as to its Gilded and Presence, it is but re•sonable, that the Creature should be liberate of i•• Vanity also. We may Observe Here 1st. That God's Children Are, while they Are Here away, under Bondage.
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yet they are not altogether free of the fears of the sting of Death. 2ly. The Godly, tho they be free of the reigning Power of Lust, yet they are not free of the solicitations of it, Paul, complains of this, Rom. 7. 3ly.
yet they Are not altogether free of the fears of the sting of Death. 2ly. The Godly, though they be free of the reigning Power of Lust, yet they Are not free of the solicitations of it, Paul, complains of this, Rom. 7. 3ly.
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yet here-away they are subject to many vexing Temptations from him, and therefore this present condition should make us more willing and desireous to dye, that we may be freed from this state of Bondage. And 2ly. It lets us see, that considering Christians, that have a view of this Bondage, cannot send without Faith. Observe 2ly.
yet hereaway they Are Subject to many vexing Temptations from him, and Therefore this present condition should make us more willing and desirous to die, that we may be freed from this state of Bondage. And 2ly. It lets us see, that considering Christians, that have a view of this Bondage, cannot send without Faith. Observe 2ly.
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There are three things that Christians should firmly believe as to this Liberty. As 1st. A total freedom from the indwelling Presence of sin. 2ly. A total freedom from Satans Temptations. 3ly! A total freedom from Death.
There Are three things that Christians should firmly believe as to this Liberty. As 1st. A total freedom from the indwelling Presence of since. 2ly. A total freedom from Satan Temptations. 3ly! A total freedom from Death.
Grounds to found the Faith of a Christian, to make him believe and expect the total removal of sin, are these, 1st. Christ designed its total removeal by his Death, we cannot think that he can be frustrate of his Design, see Eph. 5.25, 26. 2ly. His Death did merite the crucifixion and killing of the Old Man, Rom. 6.6. 3ly. His Resurrection is a Pledge thereof see Rom. 8.11.
Grounds to found the Faith of a Christian, to make him believe and expect the total removal of since, Are these, 1st. christ designed its total removal by his Death, we cannot think that he can be frustrate of his Design, see Ephesians 5.25, 26. 2ly. His Death did merit the crucifixion and killing of the Old Man, Rom. 6.6. 3ly. His Resurrection is a Pledge thereof see Rom. 8.11.
For the Spirit that raised Christ from the dead, did it to assure him, and the Believing World, that he could and would raise up all his Members perfectly from a Death in Sin. 4ly. The Spirits Presence begining this Work, says, he will perfect it.
For the Spirit that raised christ from the dead, did it to assure him, and the Believing World, that he could and would raise up all his Members perfectly from a Death in Sin. 4ly. The Spirits Presence beginning this Work, Says, he will perfect it.
and our Remission be compleat, according to the Promise of the new Covenant, Ezek. 18 and Ezek. 33. Where it is said, that all Iniquity shall be forgiven, and none shall be mentioned. Then Corruption must be removed:
and our Remission be complete, according to the Promise of the new Covenant, Ezekiel 18 and Ezekiel 33. Where it is said, that all Iniquity shall be forgiven, and none shall be mentioned. Then Corruption must be removed:
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For the Second piece of the Christians Liberty Viz. A freedom from Satans Temptations; the Grounds to found our Faith of that upon, Are 1st. The Promise made to Eva, that the Seed of the Woman should trample down the Head of the Serpent;
For the Second piece of the Christians Liberty Viz. A freedom from Satan Temptations; the Grounds to found our Faith of that upon, are 1st. The Promise made to Eve, that the Seed of the Woman should trample down the Head of the Serpent;
A 3d, Ground is, Christs Personal Victory over Satans Temptations and Persecutions which Victory he attained in our Nature, by making use of the Sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God,
A 3d, Ground is, Christ Personal Victory over Satan Temptations and Persecutions which Victory he attained in our Nature, by making use of the Sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God,
and exercising the Graces of the Spirit, and by wrestling in Prayer with the Father, see Mat. 4. and Mat. 26.41. He overcame by Faith, Love, Patience, Meekness, Submission, and Zeal;
and exercising the Graces of the Spirit, and by wrestling in Prayer with the Father, see Mathew 4. and Mathew 26.41. He overcame by Faith, Love, Patience, Meekness, Submission, and Zeal;
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and this Victory was given to him, to be a Pledge to him, and his Spiritual Seed that are incorporate in him, of their total Freedom from his seduceing and vexing Temptations. A 4th. Ground is, the strength of Christs Spirit, that is stronger in Believers, than the Devil that is in the World.
and this Victory was given to him, to be a Pledge to him, and his Spiritual Seed that Are incorporate in him, of their total Freedom from his seducing and vexing Temptations. A 4th. Ground is, the strength of Christ Spirit, that is Stronger in Believers, than the devil that is in the World.
and there are these following Grounds, upon which the Christian may build the Faith of his Delivery from it First Ground is, Gods Covenant-relation to him, it was from this Relation, that God had to Abraham, that Christ inferred the necessity of the Resurrection Math. 22. 2d. Ground is the Believers Union with Christ, that necessarly draws with it a conformity of the Members with the Head in respect of Immortality, these that sleep in Jesus, God will bring with him, 1 Thess. 4.4.
and there Are these following Grounds, upon which the Christian may built the Faith of his Delivery from it First Ground is, God's Covenant relation to him, it was from this Relation, that God had to Abraham, that christ inferred the necessity of the Resurrection Math. 22. 2d. Ground is the Believers union with christ, that necessarily draws with it a conformity of the Members with the Head in respect of Immortality, these that sleep in jesus, God will bring with him, 1 Thess 4.4.
and therefore it cannot be always subject to Corruption. A 4th. Ground is, Christ ha• power to raise the Body, Phil. 3 last. A 5th. Grou• is, He hath undertaken to the Father to do it, he says he will raise them up at the last Day, John 6. 4• A 6th. Ground is Christs Death, which gives assurance of Immortality. 1st.
and Therefore it cannot be always Subject to Corruption. A 4th. Ground is, christ ha• power to raise the Body, Philip 3 last. A 5th. Grou• is, He hath undertaken to the Father to do it, he Says he will raise them up At the last Day, John 6. 4• A 6th. Ground is Christ Death, which gives assurance of Immortality. 1st.
It w• by means of his Death for the Redemption of Transgressions, that those that are Called, receive th• Promise of the Eternal Inheritance, see Heb. 9.15. Besides God the Father gives an Promise of Etern• Life in the Covenant, and Christs Death is a Ratification of that Covenant, he that spared not his own So• will he not with him freely give us all things, Ro• 8.32. Likeways Christ gives us Eternal Life in h• Testament, and his death is an Evidence of the unalterableness of his Purpose to Confer it. 6ly. Th• Resurrection is a Ground of Faith for it, because 〈 ◊ 〉 is the absolution of our Soverty, Rom. 4 last. and 〈 ◊ 〉 Pledge of our Resurrection, Christ is the first Fruit• of them that sleep, 1 Cor. 15. A 7th.
It w• by means of his Death for the Redemption of Transgressions, that those that Are Called, receive th• Promise of the Eternal Inheritance, see Hebrew 9.15. Beside God the Father gives an Promise of Etern• Life in the Covenant, and Christ Death is a Ratification of that Covenant, he that spared not his own So• will he not with him freely give us all things, Ro• 8.32. Likeways christ gives us Eternal Life in h• Testament, and his death is an Evidence of the unalterableness of his Purpose to Confer it. 6ly. Th• Resurrection is a Ground of Faith for it, Because 〈 ◊ 〉 is the absolution of our Soverty, Rom. 4 last. and 〈 ◊ 〉 Pledge of our Resurrection, christ is the First Fruit• of them that sleep, 1 Cor. 15. A 7th.
Ground is his Ascension into Heaven, if he had not obtained Eternal Redemption by his Blood and Suffering, which includes immortality, Justice had given him no access to Heaven, he could not have entered into that holy Place by his own Blood,
Ground is his Ascension into Heaven, if he had not obtained Eternal Redemption by his Blood and Suffering, which includes immortality, justice had given him no access to Heaven, he could not have entered into that holy Place by his own Blood,
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except he had obtained immortality for us by that Blood, which he as Soverty undertook to do, see Heb. 9: 12. The 8th. Ground is, his Session at the Fathers Right Hand, which is given him as a Pledge of his Victory over all his Peoples Enemies, whereof Death is one, Psal. 110.1. The 9th. Ground is, Christ's Intercession for Salvation to his People to the uttermost, which includes in it the immortality of the Body, Heb. 7.25. 10th. Ground is, the Spiritual Life of Believers is a sure Pledge of the Bodies Immortality, Rom. 8.11. From the assurance of this glorious Liberty, we infer, 1st. That we have a sufficient Comfort under the unavoidable Vanity, that sticks to all Worldly Enjoyments. 2ly. We have an sufficient Support under all our Sufferings, of whatsoever kind they be. 3ly. We have full Encouragement, to abound in the Work of the Lord;
except he had obtained immortality for us by that Blood, which he as Soverty undertook to do, see Hebrew 9: 12. The 8th. Ground is, his Session At the Father's Right Hand, which is given him as a Pledge of his Victory over all his Peoples Enemies, whereof Death is one, Psalm 110.1. The 9th. Ground is, Christ's Intercession for Salvation to his People to the uttermost, which includes in it the immortality of the Body, Hebrew 7.25. 10th. Ground is, the Spiritual Life of Believers is a sure Pledge of the Bodies Immortality, Rom. 8.11. From the assurance of this glorious Liberty, we infer, 1st. That we have a sufficient Comfort under the unavoidable Vanity, that sticks to all Worldly Enjoyments. 2ly. We have an sufficient Support under all our Sufferings, of whatsoever kind they be. 3ly. We have full Encouragement, to abound in the Work of the Lord;
For mans sin being taken away as to its guilt and presence, all the bad consequences of it must be taken away likeways, whereof this is one, the imposing of Vanity on the Creation;
For men since being taken away as to its guilt and presence, all the bad consequences of it must be taken away likeways, whereof this is one, the imposing of Vanity on the Creation;
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nor can be mo• made use of, to gratify Man, as to his corrupt Lu• This cannot but be very comfortable to the God• when it shall fall out to be, who now in the tim• of their Pilgrimage, are taken up in grieving for th• ill of sin,
nor can be mo• made use of, to gratify Man, as to his corrupt Lu• This cannot but be very comfortable to the God• when it shall fallen out to be, who now in the tim• of their Pilgrimage, Are taken up in grieving for th• ill of since,
There is a continuation groaning under many preceeding Ages, ascribed 〈 ◊ 〉 it, it is said to groan even till now; to tell us t• neither the soreness of the Vanity imposed upon 〈 ◊ 〉 Creature,
There is a continuation groaning under many preceding Ages, ascribed 〈 ◊ 〉 it, it is said to groan even till now; to tell us t• neither the soreness of the Vanity imposed upon 〈 ◊ 〉 Creature,
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a• this is done, to call the Christian to imitate the Cr•ture, by keeping up of his Hope of Liberty, n•withstanding of the sore and continuing Crosses, th• may be trysted with in this Life: 3ly.
a• this is done, to call the Christian to imitate the Cr•ture, by keeping up of his Hope of Liberty, n•withstanding of the soar and Continuing Crosses, th• may be trysted with in this Life: 3ly.
Here, That the Christian is called to groan, and to be affected with his Bondage under Sin and Satan, see Rom 7.24 This groaning imports sorrow for sin,
Here, That the Christian is called to groan, and to be affected with his Bondage under since and Satan, see Rom 7.24 This groaning imports sorrow for since,
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this stupidity procures to us the continuance and addition of many troubles, and renders them all unprofitable. Observe, 2ly. We should imitate the Creature, who keeps up its Figurative Hope, under its sore and lasting Vanity, through many Ages;
this stupidity procures to us the Continuance and addition of many Troubles, and renders them all unprofitable. Observe, 2ly. We should imitate the Creature, who keeps up its Figurative Hope, under its soar and lasting Vanity, through many Ages;
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consider the Bondage in Egypt, and Captivity in Babylon, see the case of Job, Heman, and David. A 2d. Reason is, the Advantagiousness of Hope to the Christian in such a case;
Consider the Bondage in Egypt, and Captivity in Babylon, see the case of Job, Heman, and David. A 2d. Reason is, the Advantageousness of Hope to the Christian in such a case;
and makes them cheerful in their Duty. 3d. Reason is, that the• should hope under such an case because this Dispensation is appointed for them by infinite Wisdom,
and makes them cheerful in their Duty. 3d. Reason is, that the• should hope under such an case Because this Dispensation is appointed for them by infinite Wisdom,
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An Af•fliction of a lesser Degree and of an shorter continuance than what they are trysted with, could not sufficiently express his dislike at some of the• Crimes:
an Af•fliction of a lesser Degree and of an shorter Continuance than what they Are trysted with, could not sufficiently express his dislike At Some of the• Crimes:
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God does it, that the Delivery may appear the more wonderful, as in the Lame Mans case, John 5. Use of this is, to learn us to exercise Hope under sore and long Tryals;
God does it, that the Delivery may appear the more wondered, as in the Lame men case, John 5. Use of this is, to Learn us to exercise Hope under soar and long Trials;
that you may keep up your Hope, beware it break not, tho the means made use of for your releif proves ineffectual, see Exod. 5.22. 2ly. Quite not your Hope when your Prayers meet with an repulse, see Lam. 3.8.
that you may keep up your Hope, beware it break not, though the means made use of for your relief Proves ineffectual, see Exod 5.22. 2ly. Quite not your Hope when your Prayers meet with an repulse, see Lam. 3.8.
though you live under dark Providence, Job 23. Isa. 50.10, Neither quite it, because of the improbability of an outgate, Isa. 40.37. Observe 3ly. That we should imitate the Creature, in our Endeavours after our Liberty. And 1st. We should endeavour after our Freedom from Sin, and that by exerciseing Repentance for the Body of Sin and Death that is in us, Rom. 7.24. And 2ly. by repenting for our actual Sins, James 4.9, 10. 3ly. By forbearing to add Fewel to your Lust, by casting our selves upon external Temptations, Rom. 13. last. 4ly. By entertaining the Word in our Heart against Sin, Psal. 119.9. Rom. 6.17. 5ly. By obeying the Motions of the Spirit, Gal. 5.17.
though you live under dark Providence, Job 23. Isaiah 50.10, Neither quite it, Because of the improbability of an outgate, Isaiah 40.37. Observe 3ly. That we should imitate the Creature, in our Endeavours After our Liberty. And 1st. We should endeavour After our Freedom from since, and that by exercising Repentance for the Body of since and Death that is in us, Rom. 7.24. And 2ly. by repenting for our actual Sins, James 4.9, 10. 3ly. By forbearing to add Fuel to your Lust, by casting our selves upon external Temptations, Rom. 13. last. 4ly. By entertaining the Word in our Heart against since, Psalm 119.9. Rom. 6.17. 5ly. By obeying the Motions of the Spirit, Gal. 5.17.
and firm Applications of these Scriptural Grounds formerly laid down, to assure us of the Redemption of our Body. 3ly. We should endeavour our freedom from Satans Temptations, and that first by resisting them, Jam. 4. 1 Pet. 5. 2ly. By opposing the Word to them, Matth. 4. 3ly. By Praying against them, 2 Cor. 12.8, 9. 4ly. By cloathing our selves with the Scriptural Armour, Eph. 6. And being constantly Watchful, Ibid. And 5ly. By being acquaint with his Devices and Subtilty in Tempting, who takes advantage of us when we are lying out of our Duty, 2 Sam. 11. when Corruption stirrs in us, Eph. 4.27. He suites his Temptation to our External Condition, he tempts them that are in Adversity to despair and them that are in Prosperity to Pride;
and firm Applications of these Scriptural Grounds formerly laid down, to assure us of the Redemption of our Body. 3ly. We should endeavour our freedom from Satan Temptations, and that First by resisting them, Jam. 4. 1 Pet. 5. 2ly. By opposing the Word to them, Matthew 4. 3ly. By Praying against them, 2 Cor. 12.8, 9. 4ly. By clothing our selves with the Scriptural Armour, Ephesians 6. And being constantly Watchful, Ibid And 5ly. By being acquaint with his Devices and Subtlety in Tempting, who Takes advantage of us when we Are lying out of our Duty, 2 Sam. 11. when Corruption stirs in us, Ephesians 4.27. He suits his Temptation to our External Condition, he tempts them that Are in Adversity to despair and them that Are in Prosperity to Pride;
he suits his Temptations to our Predominants, as he tempted Covetous Judas with 30 peices of Silver, he conveys his temptations to us by Instruments beloved of us,
he suits his Temptations to our Predominants, as he tempted Covetous Judas with 30 Pieces of Silver, he conveys his temptations to us by Instruments Beloved of us,
And in this Verse ye may observe three things, 1st. Gods allowance to his own in this life, they receive the first fruits of the Spirit. 2ly. Observe their Affections toward the other Life, they groan for it, and wait for it. 3ly. Observe the description of the happiness that is given of the other World, in this Verse it is called the Adoption, The redemption of our Body.
And in this Verse you may observe three things, 1st. God's allowance to his own in this life, they receive the First fruits of the Spirit. 2ly. Observe their Affections towards the other Life, they groan for it, and wait for it. 3ly. Observe the description of the happiness that is given of the other World, in this Verse it is called the Adoption, The redemption of our Body.
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but by these are understood the ordinary Graces of the Spirit conferred upon all Believers, called the first Fruits because as the first Fruits were offered up to God under the Law,
but by these Are understood the ordinary Graces of the Spirit conferred upon all Believers, called the First Fruits Because as the First Fruits were offered up to God under the Law,
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and if God bestow upon Believers part of Christs purchase, he'l bestow the whole; By these first Fruits then are meant the Renovation of our Nature, Peace of Conscience,
and if God bestow upon Believers part of Christ purchase, He'll bestow the Whole; By these First Fruits then Are meant the Renovation of our Nature, Peace of Conscience,
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and Joy in the Holy Ghost Communion with God, which stands in saving views of God in his Word, and in his Works. 2ly. It stands in access to God, Eph. 2.18. And 3ly. In Influences •rae God.
and Joy in the Holy Ghost Communion with God, which Stands in Saving views of God in his Word, and in his Works. 2ly. It Stands in access to God, Ephesians 2.18. And 3ly. In Influences •rae God.
God gives these first Fruits to Believers in this Life, to defend them against the Worlds deriding their Faith in the Gospel, to give them the Witness of the Gospels Verity in their own Heart, 1 John 5 10.11. 2ly. He does it, to excite and confirm their hope of Heaven, and to awaken their desire after it, See the Text. 3ly. To Comfort and support them under their Sufferings. 4ly, To encourage them to Self-denying Duties. 5ly. To make them content with a mean measure of Worldly Enjoyments, 6ly. To make them content to go through Death, that they may have the full measure of the Spirits presence, seing they experience the sweetness of a small measure of it. Use 1st. Of Exhortation, Labour for the presence of the Spirit, that ye may have these first Fruits, 1st. Act Faith on Christ, Eph. 1.10. 2ly. Be tender of grieving the Spirit. Eph. 4 30. 3ly. Obey his Motions, Gal. 5.17, 4ly. Pray for his presence. Luke 11.18. 5ly. Be not Worldly Minded, John 14.17. 6ly.
God gives these First Fruits to Believers in this Life, to defend them against the World's deriding their Faith in the Gospel, to give them the Witness of the Gospels Verity in their own Heart, 1 John 5 10.11. 2ly. He does it, to excite and confirm their hope of Heaven, and to awaken their desire After it, See the Text. 3ly. To Comfort and support them under their Sufferings. 4ly, To encourage them to Self-denying Duties. 5ly. To make them content with a mean measure of Worldly Enjoyments, 6ly. To make them content to go through Death, that they may have the full measure of the Spirits presence, sing they experience the sweetness of a small measure of it. Use 1st. Of Exhortation, Labour for the presence of the Spirit, that you may have these First Fruits, 1st. Act Faith on christ, Ephesians 1.10. 2ly. Be tender of grieving the Spirit. Ephesians 4 30. 3ly. Obey his Motions, Gal. 5.17, 4ly. prey for his presence. Lycia 11.18. 5ly. Be not Worldly Minded, John 14.17. 6ly.
true Sanctification possesses the whole Man it makes a change on the Mind, Will, and Affections, 1 Thess. 5.23. True peace it founded on the merite of Christ, and guards the Heart against Temptations, Phil. 4.3.
true Sanctification Possesses the Whole Man it makes a change on the Mind, Will, and Affections, 1 Thess 5.23. True peace it founded on the merit of christ, and guards the Heart against Temptations, Philip 4.3.
For our Affections relative to the Glory to come. 1st. They have an vehement desire after it, which they cannot sufficiently express, and therefore they are said to groan within themselves for the Adoption.
For our Affections relative to the Glory to come. 1st. They have an vehement desire After it, which they cannot sufficiently express, and Therefore they Are said to groan within themselves for the Adoption.
Likeas this phrase imports the sincerity of their desire, this was Pauls desire and he reckons it to be the desire of the rest of the Godly, 2 Cor. 5.1, 2. But this desire tho it be vehement, it should be attended with submission to God, prescribing the time of our Death, Phil. 1. This Desire should flow rather from a desire of enjoying full Communion with God,
Like as this phrase imports the sincerity of their desire, this was Paul's desire and he reckons it to be the desire of the rest of the Godly, 2 Cor. 5.1, 2. But this desire though it be vehement, it should be attended with submission to God, prescribing the time of our Death, Philip 1. This Desire should flow rather from a desire of enjoying full Communion with God,
And therefore Covetousness after the good things of this World marr's this desire, as also Anxiety and Concernment, about the future Events of Providence marrs this Desire,
And Therefore Covetousness After the good things of this World marr's this desire, as also Anxiety and Concernment, about the future Events of Providence mars this Desire,
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The best way to excite this Desire, is frequently to reflect on our Misery through Original and Actual Sin, our Chastisement for our Sins, our trying Dispensations from God,
The best Way to excite this Desire, is frequently to reflect on our Misery through Original and Actual since, our Chastisement for our Sins, our trying Dispensations from God,
The next Affection that is ascribed to the Godly, Relative to Heaven is waiting: Importing first, Their expecting their Felicity. 2ly. It imports their patience, under the delay of the same.
The next Affection that is ascribed to the Godly, Relative to Heaven is waiting: Importing First, Their expecting their Felicity. 2ly. It imports their patience, under the Delay of the same.
For the first, They should expect it, for that engages them to Purity, 1 John 3, 3. 2ly. It supports them under Sufferings, Heb. 10.35. 3ly. It makes them content with little in the World, 1 Pet. 1.13. The way to win to this Expectation, is to be diligent in all Dutys, especially the Dutys of Brotherly-Love, Heb. 6.12. 2ly. Make use of your Victory over Temptations, as a confirmation to your Hope, Psal. 73.23. 3ly. Be oft considering the Grounds of security, that secures your right to Heaven:
For the First, They should expect it, for that engages them to Purity, 1 John 3, 3. 2ly. It supports them under Sufferings, Hebrew 10.35. 3ly. It makes them content with little in the World, 1 Pet. 1.13. The Way to win to this Expectation, is to be diligent in all Duties, especially the Duties of Brotherly love, Hebrew 6.12. 2ly. Make use of your Victory over Temptations, as a confirmation to your Hope, Psalm 73.23. 3ly. Be oft considering the Grounds of security, that secures your right to Heaven:
And first consider the promise of Eternal Life in the Word: First, Consider its universa• extensiveness to all, Acts 13: 48. Tit. 2.12. Act• 2.39. 2ly.
And First Consider the promise of Eternal Life in the Word: First, Consider its universa• extensiveness to all, Acts 13: 48. Tit. 2.12. Act• 2.39. 2ly.
but by the promise, Rom. 4. It is said, that the Inheritance is by Grace that it might be sure to all the seed. 3ly. Consider the Antiquity of the Promise, Tit. 1, 3. That Promise Gen. 3.16.
but by the promise, Rom. 4. It is said, that the Inheritance is by Grace that it might be sure to all the seed. 3ly. Consider the Antiquity of the Promise, Tit. 1, 3. That Promise Gen. 3.16.
because it is said Christ should destroy the Works of the Devil, and therefore he must abolish Death which followed upon Sin, which was brought in by Satan. 4ly.
Because it is said christ should destroy the Works of the devil, and Therefore he must Abolah Death which followed upon since, which was brought in by Satan. 4ly.
Consider the Repetition and confirmation of it, by Oath to Abraham: For, by the Covenant made with him, there was a Right to the Heavenly Inheritance conveyed to him, and all his Spiritual Seed.
Consider the Repetition and confirmation of it, by Oath to Abraham: For, by the Covenant made with him, there was a Right to the Heavenly Inheritance conveyed to him, and all his Spiritual Seed.
Gal. 3. which Covenant God ratifyed by Oath, Heb. 6. 5ly. Consider the Internal Seal of this Promise, to wit the presence of the Spirit, Gal. 4.30. Eph. 4.30.
Gal. 3. which Covenant God ratified by Oath, Hebrew 6. 5ly. Consider the Internal Seal of this Promise, to wit the presence of the Spirit, Gal. 4.30. Ephesians 4.30.
and he is called Eternal Life; And first, He is the Meritorious cause of this Life, 1 John 4.10. He sent his Son to dye, that we might live through him. 2ly. He is the exemplary cause of this Life, Rom. 6.10. 1 Thess. 4. It is said, that if God raised up Christ from the Dead, them that sleep in Jesus, will God bring with him. 3ly. He is the dispensing cause of it, he hath power to confer it, Phil. 3. last. And he has Commission to confer it. John 17.3, 4, and 6.37.
and he is called Eternal Life; And First, He is the Meritorious cause of this Life, 1 John 4.10. He sent his Son to die, that we might live through him. 2ly. He is the exemplary cause of this Life, Rom. 6.10. 1 Thess 4. It is said, that if God raised up christ from the Dead, them that sleep in jesus, will God bring with him. 3ly. He is the dispensing cause of it, he hath power to confer it, Philip 3. last. And he has Commission to confer it. John 17.3, 4, and 6.37.
The next thing that is in this waiting, is Patience, which imports an continuation of hope, without freting or fainting under sore and continuing Crosses;
The next thing that is in this waiting, is Patience, which imports an continuation of hope, without fretting or fainting under soar and Continuing Crosses;
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Now for the description of the Happiness of the other World, It is called first Adoption, to shew us, that our right to it, flows from Adoption, Rom: 8.17.
Now for the description of the Happiness of the other World, It is called First Adoption, to show us, that our right to it, flows from Adoption, Rom: 8.17.
Use of this is first, To Exhort us to receive Christ aright, that we may be Adopted, Jo. 1.12, 2d. Use is an use of Tryal, to try our Right to Heaven, by trying our Adoption;
Use of this is First, To Exhort us to receive christ aright, that we may be Adopted, John 1.12, 2d. Use is an use of Trial, to try our Right to Heaven, by trying our Adoption;
and subjection to his Corrections, Heb. 12. 2ly. Heaven is called Adoption, because till we come to Heaven, Adoption is not fully manifested, 1 Jo. 3.1, 2. And thefore in the preceeding verse, the happiness of Heaven is called the manifestation of the Sons of God:
and subjection to his Corrections, Hebrew 12. 2ly. Heaven is called Adoption, Because till we come to Heaven, Adoption is not Fully manifested, 1 John 3.1, 2. And Therefore in the preceding verse, the happiness of Heaven is called the manifestation of the Sons of God:
The possession of Glory, fully manifests the worth of this priviledge, and withal this teaches Believers, to be content with the Worlds contempt, seing in this World their Adoption is not fully manifested. 3ly.
The possession of Glory, Fully manifests the worth of this privilege, and withal this Teaches Believers, to be content with the World's contempt, sing in this World their Adoption is not Fully manifested. 3ly.
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AS the Apostle, in the other Verses, had comforted the Romans, by proving the excellency and certainty of the Future Glory, from the Creatures desire after it,
AS the Apostle, in the other Verses, had comforted the Roman, by proving the excellency and certainty of the Future Glory, from the Creatures desire After it,
And this he does by telling them they are saved by hope; which he clears by these two things. 1st. That the object of hope is neither presenty enjoyed, nor sensibly certain, Hope is not seen, that is, the object of Hope is not seen. 2ly. He clears it by describing the Affection of hope, he says, it is a Patient expecting of a distant good;
And this he does by telling them they Are saved by hope; which he clears by these two things. 1st. That the Object of hope is neither presenty enjoyed, nor sensibly certain, Hope is not seen, that is, the Object of Hope is not seen. 2ly. He clears it by describing the Affection of hope, he Says, it is a Patient expecting of a distant good;
than was brought under the Law. 2ly. It is suitable to Gods Name, which he hath taken under the Gospel, he is called the God of Hope, Rom. 15.13. 3ly.
than was brought under the Law. 2ly. It is suitable to God's Name, which he hath taken under the Gospel, he is called the God of Hope, Rom. 15.13. 3ly.
It is suitable to Gods Works, in raising Christ from the Dead, and communicating the first Fruits of the Spirit to us, it is an obeying of the Gospel-Precepts, and imitation of Gospel Examples:
It is suitable to God's Works, in raising christ from the Dead, and communicating the First Fruits of the Spirit to us, it is an obeying of the Gospel-precepts, and imitation of Gospel Examples:
We should not be deterred from the Hop• of Heaven, because we are under afflictions for ou• Sin, 1 Pet 4. compare the 13. verse with the 17. Neither should we cast away our Hope,
We should not be deterred from the Hop• of Heaven, Because we Are under afflictions for ou• since, 1 Pet 4. compare the 13. verse with the 17. Neither should we cast away our Hope,
for being guilty of upsiting in the Way of God, compare Heb 5.12. with 10.35. Neither should we quite ou• Hope of Heaven, because of our great sins before Conversion, for so did not Paul.
for being guilty of upsiting in the Way of God, compare Hebrew 5.12. with 10.35. Neither should we quite ou• Hope of Heaven, Because of our great Sins before Conversion, for so did not Paul.
Use of this is, that we should labour for Hope 1st. By making Grace the ground of it, 2 Thess. 2 16. 2ly. By making Christs Resurrection the ground of it, 1 Pet. 1.21. 3ly. By making his entry into Heaven the ground of it, Heb. 6. last. 4ly. B• discerning the Fruits of the Spirit, see the preceeding Verse. 5ly. By observing the Victories over Temptations, that God affords us, Psal. 73.24. Observe from the next Verse, that our Happiness, which is the Object of Hope, it is not presently enjoyed but deferred; 1st.
Use of this is, that we should labour for Hope 1st. By making Grace the ground of it, 2 Thess 2 16. 2ly. By making Christ Resurrection the ground of it, 1 Pet. 1.21. 3ly. By making his entry into Heaven the ground of it, Hebrew 6. last. 4ly. B• discerning the Fruits of the Spirit, see the preceding Verse. 5ly. By observing the Victories over Temptations, that God affords us, Psalm 73.24. Observe from the next Verse, that our Happiness, which is the Object of Hope, it is not presently enjoyed but deferred; 1st.
the Souls under the Altar, Rev. 6. their cry is not answered, until their Brethrens Sufferings be fulfilled as well as theirs. 2ly Individual Believers are not fit for Heaven, till they be free of Sin and Mortality, 1 Cor. 15. 3ly. God continues Believers in the World, he does not translate them to Heaven presently, that they may be• Light shining in the dark World, by good Example. 4ly. That they may keep off Wrath from the Society where they live;
the Souls under the Altar, Rev. 6. their cry is not answered, until their Brothers' Sufferings be fulfilled as well as theirs. 2ly Individu Believers Are not fit for Heaven, till they be free of since and Mortality, 1 Cor. 15. 3ly. God continues Believers in the World, he does not translate them to Heaven presently, that they may be• Light shining in the dark World, by good Exampl. 4ly. That they may keep off Wrath from the Society where they live;
if there had been ten Righteous Persons in Sodom, it had not been destroyed and that they may be Intercessours for the sinful• •orld, that it may not be destroyed,
if there had been ten Righteous Persons in Sodom, it had not been destroyed and that they may be Intercessors for the sinful• •orld, that it may not be destroyed,
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This deferred Happiness is very certain, and •ery near, Rom. 13. It is said our Salvation is nearer •en when we Believed. Heb. 10.37. Use 2d. Wonder not to see the Lord delay the Temporal deliverance of his Kirk, seing he delays •e compleat delivery of it;
This deferred Happiness is very certain, and •ery near, Rom. 13. It is said our Salvation is nearer •en when we Believed. Hebrew 10.37. Use 2d. Wonder not to see the Lord Delay the Temporal deliverance of his Kirk, sing he delays •e complete delivery of it;
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By considering that Infinite Wisdom will appoint •he fittest season for its coming, which will tend most •o his Glory and our Comfort. 3ly. We should comfort our selves by considering, that God is still at work, in the mean time, fulfilling Scripture-predictions.
By considering that Infinite Wisdom will appoint •he Fittest season for its coming, which will tend most •o his Glory and our Comfort. 3ly. We should Comfort our selves by considering, that God is still At work, in the mean time, fulfilling Scripture-predictions.
tho the actings of vindictive Justice be necessary, and so easily known by Natures Light. 2ly. This happiness is hid and vailed to sense, by many Vails of Sinfulness, Misery and Mortality;
though the actings of vindictive justice be necessary, and so Easily known by Nature's Light. 2ly. This happiness is hid and veiled to sense, by many Vails of Sinfulness, Misery and Mortality;
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and the total Ignorance of the Heathen Philosophers of this truth, with the scant knowledge that those had of it, that lived under the Law, tells us, that there is no sensible certainty for Heaven.
and the total Ignorance of the Heathen Philosophers of this truth, with the scant knowledge that those had of it, that lived under the Law, tells us, that there is no sensible certainty for Heaven.
It is light and momentany 2 Cor. 4. and penult. A 2d. Use of Tryal, seing ye want of sensible certainty of it, try whether ye have the Faith of it or no:
It is Light and momentany 2 Cor. 4. and penult. A 2d. Use of Trial, sing you want of sensible certainty of it, try whither you have the Faith of it or not:
Ye will be hearty sufferers for Christ, Heb. 10.34. 2 Tim. 1, 12. A 5th Mark is, ye will be unwearied in diligence for doing good, 1 Cor. 15. And Lastly, Ye will be fearless of Death, Phil 1.23. 2 Cor. 5.1, 2. A 3d. Use is, An Use of Exhortation, since ye want the sensible certainty of your happiness, Labour for a certainty of the Faith of it;
You will be hearty sufferers for christ, Hebrew 10.34. 2 Tim. 1, 12. A 5th Mark is, you will be unwearied in diligence for doing good, 1 Cor. 15. And Lastly, You will be fearless of Death, Philip 1.23. 2 Cor. 5.1, 2. A 3d. Use is, an Use of Exhortation, since you want the sensible certainty of your happiness, Labour for a certainty of the Faith of it;
For this effect, Labour to be well acquaint with with Christ, the knowledge of Christ will draw with it the believing certainty of this Happiness, See Eph. 1.18, 19. 2ly. Meditate much on Scriptures, and the Power of God:
For this Effect, Labour to be well acquaint with with christ, the knowledge of christ will draw with it the believing certainty of this Happiness, See Ephesians 1.18, 19. 2ly. Meditate much on Scriptures, and the Power of God:
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for so it called, Eph. 1.2. Cor. 5. The first fruits of the Spirit should make us wait for the Adoption. 4ly. We should with Abraham not stagger at the promise of Heaven through unbelief, we should not sit as Judge upon the Truth or falshood of the Promise, we should instantly repell all Thoughts of the improbability of the performance of Promises, Abraham would not consider his own Body now Dead.
for so it called, Ephesians 1.2. Cor. 5. The First fruits of the Spirit should make us wait for the Adoption. 4ly. We should with Abraham not stagger At the promise of Heaven through unbelief, we should not fit as Judge upon the Truth or falsehood of the Promise, we should instantly repel all Thoughts of the improbability of the performance of Promises, Abraham would not Consider his own Body now Dead.
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the more need we have of it under the Cross, nor any other time, because our sight by Faith of Heaven is dimned under Crosses. For 1st. Our Consciences accuses us of Sin, and for our Guilt. Then 2ly. We become Jealous of the Truth of our former Experiences of Gods Love. 3ly.
the more need we have of it under the Cross, nor any other time, Because our sighed by Faith of Heaven is dimned under Crosses. For 1st. Our Consciences accuses us of since, and for our Gilded. Then 2ly. We become Jealous of the Truth of our former Experiences of God's Love. 3ly.
Use of Instruction, this lets us see, first the reason why the Members of the Visible Church have need of Saving Grace to help them to assent to the truth of the Gospel;
Use of Instruction, this lets us see, First the reason why the Members of the Visible Church have need of Saving Grace to help them to assent to the truth of the Gospel;
and therefore it being the assent of Faith, it most be the Gift of God, Eph. 2.10. 2ly. This instructs us in the true reason, why these that are wise Men after the flesh are not called ▪ It is because they know not to set to their Seal to Gods truth, all that they win to, is the improveme• of their reason.
and Therefore it being the assent of Faith, it most be the Gift of God, Ephesians 2.10. 2ly. This instructs us in the true reason, why these that Are wise Men After the Flesh Are not called ▪ It is Because they know not to Set to their Seal to God's truth, all that they win to, is the improveme• of their reason.
Now follows the description of the Affection o• hope, It is called a Patient waiting for Heaven, whic• imports first, A longing for Heaven, 2 Tim. 4. • Rom. 8, 23, Phil. 3, last. 2 Cor. 4. last. and 5, and 〈 ◊ 〉 Phil. 1.23. The Excellency and Eternity of the blessedness, together with this, that it carries 〈 ◊ 〉 the bosom of it a removal of all Evil, engageth 〈 ◊ 〉 to long for it;
Now follows the description of the Affection o• hope, It is called a Patient waiting for Heaven, whic• imports First, A longing for Heaven, 2 Tim. 4. • Rom. 8, 23, Philip 3, last. 2 Cor. 4. last. and 5, and 〈 ◊ 〉 Philip 1.23. The Excellency and Eternity of the blessedness, together with this, that it carries 〈 ◊ 〉 the bosom of it a removal of all Evil, engageth 〈 ◊ 〉 to long for it;
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It is our diffidence of the certain• of this happiness, and our Carnal Minds whereb• we are strongly affected to Bodily and external goo• These two make us unconcerned and indifferent as 〈 ◊ 〉 our going hastily to Heaven. 2ly. This Patie• waiting for Heaven, imports our expectation of 〈 ◊ 〉 we would believe that it is keeped for us, 1 Pet. • 2ly.
It is our diffidence of the certain• of this happiness, and our Carnal Minds whereb• we Are strongly affected to Bodily and external goo• These two make us unconcerned and indifferent as 〈 ◊ 〉 our going hastily to Heaven. 2ly. This Patie• waiting for Heaven, imports our expectation of 〈 ◊ 〉 we would believe that it is keeped for us, 1 Pet. • 2ly.
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We should believe we are keeped for it, 1 P• 1 5. 1 Pet 4, last. 2 Tim. 1, 12. This firm expect•tion of Heaven is necessary for defending us agai• Worldly Allurements,
We should believe we Are keeped for it, 1 P• 1 5. 1 Pet 4, last. 2 Tim. 1, 12. This firm expect•tion of Heaven is necessary for defending us agai• Worldly Allurements,
and fixing our Love to Go• 3ly. This Patient waiting, imports in it, an end•ing of Crosses without Fretting, without Faintin• we should not fret under Persecutions, under Per•nal Chastisements, under the labour and toil of Duty, under the singularity of Crosses, under the Assaults of Satans Temptations, which may be violent strange and frequent;
and fixing our Love to Go• 3ly. This Patient waiting, imports in it, an end•ing of Crosses without Fretting, without Faintin• we should not fret under Persecutions, under Per•nal Chastisements, under the labour and toil of Duty, under the singularity of Crosses, under the Assaults of Satan Temptations, which may be violent strange and frequent;
and our loathness to take sinful courses for our relief. 4ly. This Patient waiting for Heaven, imports a protracted and continued hope, See Psal. 71, 14, Col. 1, 19, 1 Pet. 1, 13, Heb, 3.14. It is necessary because it is long betwixt the promise of it, and the performance of it. 2•y. Our Work continues, and therefore our hope should continue. 3ly. Our Tryals may continue, and therefore our Hope should continue. 4ly.
and our loathness to take sinful courses for our relief. 4ly. This Patient waiting for Heaven, imports a protracted and continued hope, See Psalm 71, 14, Col. 1, 19, 1 Pet. 1, 13, Hebrew, 3.14. It is necessary Because it is long betwixt the promise of it, and the performance of it. 2•y. Our Work continues, and Therefore our hope should continue. 3ly. Our Trials may continue, and Therefore our Hope should continue. 4ly.
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and the experience we have had of Gods through bearing us in our former Tryals, should make us believe, that he will carry us through all the Tryals that is befor our hand.
and the experience we have had of God's through bearing us in our former Trials, should make us believe, that he will carry us through all the Trials that is before our hand.
Use of this is, If we would wait patiently for Heaven, as the Text bids us, we must strive for an all of Patience Col. 1.10, and for this effect, we should acquire much of the Art of Self-denyal.
Use of this is, If we would wait patiently for Heaven, as the Text bids us, we must strive for an all of Patience Col. 1.10, and for this Effect, we should acquire much of the Art of Self-denial.
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Unbelief with David Psal. 77, Partial Atheism, Psal. 73, Pride with Hezekiah Isai. 39. Passionate revenge with David in the case of Nabal, Selfishness with those People that lived in the days of Hagai, who Builded their own houses and forgot to Build the house of God;
Unbelief with David Psalm 77, Partial Atheism, Psalm 73, Pride with Hezekiah Isaiah 39. Passionate revenge with David in the case of Nabal, Selfishness with those People that lived in the days of Haggai, who Built their own houses and forgotten to Built the house of God;
They are subject to Physical Troubles, because they meet with Challenges for their old and new Sins, under the Crosses, which makes them apprehend their Crosses to be wrathful,
They Are Subject to Physical Troubles, Because they meet with Challenges for their old and new Sins, under the Crosses, which makes them apprehend their Crosses to be wrathful,
The Saints subjection to these manifold Moral Infirmities, should b• a motive to humble them, and to make them watchful, lest they break out into gross Transgressions by them:
The Saints subjection to these manifold Moral Infirmities, should b• a motive to humble them, and to make them watchful, lest they break out into gross Transgressions by them:
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For when I say the Saints are subject to those Infirmities, my meaning is not, that the tract of their life is spent in outward Acts, signifying the Predominancy of these ills in their heart,
For when I say the Saints Are Subject to those Infirmities, my meaning is not, that the tract of their life is spent in outward Acts, signifying the Predominancy of these ills in their heart,
But when I say they are subjs•ct to Infirmities, my meaning is, That Corruption tho it be broken in its Power in Believers, yet it is partially Acting with their Graces.
But when I say they Are subjs•ct to Infirmities, my meaning is, That Corruption though it be broken in its Power in Believers, yet it is partially Acting with their Graces.
he keeps them from despair under their most violent Temptations. Psal. 42.5. Psal. 73, 23. and 73.3. Lam. 3.13. The Spirit supports the Saints by giving them a prospect of Heaven, Eph. 1.18. this cures their impatience and discontent. 2ly. He supports them by discovering the Truth of their Grace, 1 Cor. 2.12. this was the way he supported Job. 2ly. He supports them against Temptations to Sin, by discovering the odiousness of Sin to them, this was it, whereby he keeped David from yeilding to the Temptations of fretting against the prosperity of the Wicked;
he keeps them from despair under their most violent Temptations. Psalm 42.5. Psalm 73, 23. and 73.3. Lam. 3.13. The Spirit supports the Saints by giving them a prospect of Heaven, Ephesians 1.18. this cures their impatience and discontent. 2ly. He supports them by discovering the Truth of their Grace, 1 Cor. 2.12. this was the Way he supported Job. 2ly. He supports them against Temptations to since, by discovering the odiousness of since to them, this was it, whereby he keeped David from yielding to the Temptations of fretting against the Prosperity of the Wicked;
the Spirit did convince him, that if he gave way to that Temptation, it were upon the matter an denying of the necessity and advantage of Piety, Psal. 73, 17. 4ly. The Spirit keeps a man from sinning under the Cross, by fixing a man in such thoughts as may best preserve him from these sins he is presently tempted to;
the Spirit did convince him, that if he gave Way to that Temptation, it were upon the matter an denying of the necessity and advantage of Piety, Psalm 73, 17. 4ly. The Spirit keeps a man from sinning under the Cross, by fixing a man in such thoughts as may best preserve him from these Sins he is presently tempted to;
He called to mind the former days. 5ly. He supports the Saints by strengthening the habits of Grace, Eph. 3.17. and this makes their Gracious Work more easy. 6ly. He applys the promises to them, and so makes them cheerful in their duty, notwithstanding of their Infirmities. 7ly. He gives them access to God in Prayer, as the Text afterwards tells us. Ʋse 1st. This lets us see.
He called to mind the former days. 5ly. He supports the Saints by strengthening the habits of Grace, Ephesians 3.17. and this makes their Gracious Work more easy. 6ly. He Applies the promises to them, and so makes them cheerful in their duty, notwithstanding of their Infirmities. 7ly. He gives them access to God in Prayer, as the Text afterwards tells us. Ʋse 1st. This lets us see.
It bids Crossed Christians under their Infirmities be careful to obtain and entertain the Spirits presence, by shunning Legality, Worldlyness and Sensuality, greiving the Spirit, Repelling his motions, and quenching them;
It bids Crossed Christians under their Infirmities be careful to obtain and entertain the Spirits presence, by shunning Legality, Worldliness and Sensuality, grieving the Spirit, Repelling his motions, and quenching them;
THE Apostle doth instance the particular help the Spirit affords us in Prayer; To prove that, the Spirit is the helper of our Infirmities under the Cross.
THE Apostle does instance the particular help the Spirit affords us in Prayer; To prove that, the Spirit is the helper of our Infirmities under the Cross.
Observe 1st, That Prayer is a very suitable Exercise to Crossed Christians. 2ly. We are very ignorant what to Pray for, or how to Pray. 3ly. This indisposition for Prayer is removed by the Spirit And 4ly. Where the Spirit removes indisposition, he helps the Christian with groanings unutterable. For the 1st. Prayer is necessar for crossed Christians, because it is the Way to obtain Heavenly Wisdom, to understand the meaning of Providence. Iam. 1.5. 2ly. Prayer is the Way to obtain strength to bear the Cross, Psal. 138. In the day I cryed to thee, thou strengthned me with strength in the Soul. 3ly. Prayer quiets the Mind, see Phil. 4.6. see Hannas case. 4ly.
Observe 1st, That Prayer is a very suitable Exercise to Crossed Christians. 2ly. We Are very ignorant what to Pray for, or how to Pray. 3ly. This indisposition for Prayer is removed by the Spirit And 4ly. Where the Spirit removes indisposition, he helps the Christian with groanings unutterable. For the 1st. Prayer is necessary for crossed Christians, Because it is the Way to obtain Heavenly Wisdom, to understand the meaning of Providence. Iam. 1.5. 2ly. Prayer is the Way to obtain strength to bear the Cross, Psalm 138. In the day I cried to thee, thou strengthened me with strength in the Soul. 3ly. Prayer quiets the Mind, see Philip 4.6. see Hannas case. 4ly.
and Prayer is the Exercise, whereby we put on that Armour, Eph. 6.17. The Use of this is, if we be afflicted, we should pray, Isa. 5. Motives to engage us to this Exercise, Are 1st. God sends the Cross upon us, and designs and expects we should pray under it, Hos. 5. last. 2d. Motive is, Satan takes advantage of our external Lot, to tempt us;
and Prayer is the Exercise, whereby we put on that Armour, Ephesians 6.17. The Use of this is, if we be afflicted, we should pray, Isaiah 5. Motives to engage us to this Exercise, are 1st. God sends the Cross upon us, and designs and expects we should pray under it, Hos. 5. last. 2d. Motive is, Satan Takes advantage of our external Lot, to tempt us;
therefore we have need to go to God, to get strength to resist him. 3d. Motive is, our external Lot may occasion a fit Disposition for Prayer to us, a crossing condition and Lot disposes us to be humble, to be serious and penitent. 4ly.
Therefore we have need to go to God, to get strength to resist him. 3d. Motive is, our external Lot may occasion a fit Disposition for Prayer to us, a crossing condition and Lot disposes us to be humble, to be serious and penitent. 4ly.
God offers us by our Crosses, an opportunity to have an fresh Experience of his seasonable Help, which may prove afterwards a Confirmation to our Faith, Use, be not tempted by the Devil to forbear Prayer under your Cross,
God offers us by our Crosses, an opportunity to have an fresh Experience of his seasonable Help, which may prove afterwards a Confirmation to our Faith, Use, be not tempted by the devil to forbear Prayer under your Cross,
When Simon Magus was under the gall of bitterness, and bond of iniquity, Philip even in that case exhorts him to pray, see Acts 8. Observe, that we are very ready under Crosses, to miscarry in the matter of our Prayers, we know not what to pray for as we ought, says the Text, The Reasons are, 1st. Our Ignorance of Gods Designs under the Cross, and so we are ignorant how to comply with these;
When Simon Magus was under the Gall of bitterness, and bound of iniquity, Philip even in that case exhorts him to pray, see Acts 8. Observe, that we Are very ready under Crosses, to miscarry in the matter of our Prayers, we know not what to pray for as we ought, Says the Text, The Reasons Are, 1st. Our Ignorance of God's Designs under the Cross, and so we Are ignorant how to comply with these;
when God crosses a Saint, he intends to challenge them for sin, to excite them to their duty, to try their Grace, to give them new Experience of his Support:
when God Crosses a Saint, he intends to challenge them for since, to excite them to their duty, to try their Grace, to give them new Experience of his Support:
But the confusion of our Mind indisposes us to take up these Designs, and so we are unfit to pour out our Desires to God. to comply with these Designs. A 2d. Cause is, our Ignorance of Gods Promises in his Word, which Promises should regulate our Desires;
But the confusion of our Mind indisposes us to take up these Designs, and so we Are unfit to pour out our Desires to God. to comply with these Designs. A 2d. Cause is, our Ignorance of God's Promises in his Word, which Promises should regulate our Desires;
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and to entertain sinful Intentions to improve the condition we are in, to the gratifying of these Lusts. A 6th. Cause is, Earthlymindedness, disposeing us to prefer earthly Things to Heavenly, contrary to that, Mat. 6.33. Use of this is, 1st. We should not be proud of our Prayers to God under Crosses, or reckon with the Pharisee, Luke 18. That God is oblidged to hear us for them, seing we are so subject to mistake in the Matter of our Prayers. 2ly. We should not be angry at God, for not giving Returns to our Prayers, seing we are so subject to mistake in the Matter of our Prayers:
and to entertain sinful Intentions to improve the condition we Are in, to the gratifying of these Lusts. A 6th. Cause is, Earthly-mindedness, disposing us to prefer earthly Things to Heavenly, contrary to that, Mathew 6.33. Use of this is, 1st. We should not be proud of our Prayers to God under Crosses, or reckon with the Pharisee, Lycia 18. That God is obliged to hear us for them, sing we Are so Subject to mistake in the Matter of our Prayers. 2ly. We should not be angry At God, for not giving Returns to our Prayers, sing we Are so Subject to mistake in the Matter of our Prayers:
for Light to know their Way, and for the Blessing of the Cross. 2ly. We would labour to have Prospect of the Designs of Providence, that the Matter of our Prayers may be in complyance with these Designs. 3ly.
for Light to know their Way, and for the Blessing of the Cross. 2ly. We would labour to have Prospect of the Designs of Providence, that the Matter of our Prayers may be in compliance with these Designs. 3ly.
We would labour for a single Intention after Gods Glory and our Spiritual Good, that our chief Desires may run after the Communication of Gods Grace, to promote those Ends
We would labour for a single Intention After God's Glory and our Spiritual Good, that our chief Desires may run After the Communication of God's Grace, to promote those Ends
Observe, we are not only ready to miscarry in the Matter of our Prayers, but also in the Manner of our Prayers, the Text says, we are ignorant not only what to pray for,
Observe, we Are not only ready to miscarry in the Matter of our Prayers, but also in the Manner of our Prayers, the Text Says, we Are ignorant not only what to pray for,
and the Scripture cures it, by making the Fathers Love the Fountain of our Redemption: A 3d. Is, our going immediatly to God, and miskenning of Christ;
and the Scripture cures it, by making the Father's Love the Fountain of our Redemption: A 3d. Is, our going immediately to God, and miskenning of christ;
We should come to the Throne of Grace, being encouraged by his Intercession, springing from his Sympathy with us, Heb. 4. last. We should found our expectation of our Mercy upon his Merite, this is to ask in his Name, this is to go in to the Holiest, by the New and Living Way, by his Blood, Heb. 10. Self-righteousness obstructs this. A 4th.
We should come to the Throne of Grace, being encouraged by his Intercession, springing from his sympathy with us, Hebrew 4. last. We should found our expectation of our Mercy upon his Merit, this is to ask in his Name, this is to go in to the Holiest, by the New and Living Way, by his Blood, Hebrew 10. Self-righteousness obstructs this. A 4th.
Cause is, our Formality, which makes us judge with the Pharisee, Luke 18. That the external Act of praying is obligeing to God, and meritorious with him;
Cause is, our Formality, which makes us judge with the Pharisee, Lycia 18. That the external Act of praying is obliging to God, and meritorious with him;
whereas, we should lay only the stress of procureing our Mercies on Christs Merite, and use Prayer as an appointed Mean for obtaining of our Mercy. 6ly. Our Stupidity and want of sense of the Necessity and Excellency of Spiritual Mercies, makes us miscarry in the Manner of our Prayers;
whereas, we should lay only the stress of procuring our mercies on Christ Merit, and use Prayer as an appointed Mean for obtaining of our Mercy. 6ly. Our Stupidity and want of sense of the Necessity and Excellency of Spiritual mercies, makes us miscarry in the Manner of our Prayers;
it makes us faint in our desires, and not fervent in pursueing our necessary Good. 7ly. Our peremptoriness in seeking what we would be at without submission, makes us miscarry;
it makes us faint in our Desires, and not fervent in pursuing our necessary Good. 7ly. Our peremptoriness in seeking what we would be At without submission, makes us miscarry;
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we should be absolute in our Desires, but it is for what is absolutely promised; in all other things we should leave God the liberty of his disposal. 8ly. Our unbelief makes us miscarry in the Manner of our praying, James tells us, that what we ask, we should ask in Faith, James 1.3. 9ly. Presumption is the cause of our miscarriage, when we do not found our Prayers upon Promises, Psal. 119. Remember thy Word to thy Servant, upon which thou hast caused me to hope. A 10th.
we should be absolute in our Desires, but it is for what is absolutely promised; in all other things we should leave God the liberty of his disposal. 8ly. Our unbelief makes us miscarry in the Manner of our praying, James tells us, that what we ask, we should ask in Faith, James 1.3. 9ly. Presumption is the cause of our miscarriage, when we do not found our Prayers upon Promises, Psalm 119. remember thy Word to thy Servant, upon which thou hast caused me to hope. A 10th.
and neglect the Saints, Eph. 6, 17. We should pray for the peace of Jerusalem Psal. 122. 11ly. We miscarry, when we neglect the Confession of Sin, and Thanksgiving to God for Mercy, see Dan. 9. Phil. 4.6. Confession is necessary for strengthning of Faith, Thanksgiving makes way for the obtaining of further Mercy. And 12ly.
and neglect the Saints, Ephesians 6, 17. We should pray for the peace of Jerusalem Psalm 122. 11ly. We miscarry, when we neglect the Confessi of since, and Thanksgiving to God for Mercy, see Dan. 9. Philip 4.6. Confessi is necessary for strengthening of Faith, Thanksgiving makes Way for the obtaining of further Mercy. And 12ly.
Use is, since we are so ready to miscarry in the manner of our praying, we should be far from thinking, that our Acts of Devotion are meritorious before God,
Use is, since we Are so ready to miscarry in the manner of our praying, we should be Far from thinking, that our Acts of Devotion Are meritorious before God,
and we should reckon, that when God hears any Prayers we put up to him, he evidences his rich Grace, in overlooking our Infirmities that stick to our Prayers.
and we should reckon, that when God hears any Prayers we put up to him, he evidences his rich Grace, in overlooking our Infirmities that stick to our Prayers.
Because it is his inward Light, that discovers what is expedient for our Good, he sets us on a right Choice, he makes us prefer Spiritual Mercies to Temporal Mercies, he makes us prefer the Mercy of the Cross, to our Deliverance from it, he makes us prefer the Spiritual Good of our Neighbours,
Because it is his inward Light, that discovers what is expedient for our Good, he sets us on a right Choice, he makes us prefer Spiritual mercies to Temporal mercies, he makes us prefer the Mercy of the Cross, to our Deliverance from it, he makes us prefer the Spiritual Good of our Neighbours,
as the appointed Mean to obtain the same, Eph. 1.18. John 16.14. 4ly. The Spirit is a Spirit of Promise, and leads the Soul to the Promises of God in the Word, which are the Foundation of our Expectations of Mercy, Eph. 1.16. John 14.26. 5ly.
as the appointed Mean to obtain the same, Ephesians 1.18. John 16.14. 4ly. The Spirit is a Spirit of Promise, and leads the Soul to the Promises of God in the Word, which Are the Foundation of our Expectations of Mercy, Ephesians 1.16. John 14.26. 5ly.
and makes them pursue with fervent Desires, the obtaining of the same, Paul tells us, Rom. 8.5. That those that are after the Spirit, do mind the things of the Spirit. 6ly. The Spirit discovers a mans Evils to him, and so makes the Creature humble in its Addresses to God, he is a convinceing Spirit, John 16.8. 7ly. The Spirit is a Spirit of Faith, and therefore he keeps up the heart, in believing under the sense of Guilt, Corruption and Temptations, 2 Cor. 4.13.
and makes them pursue with fervent Desires, the obtaining of the same, Paul tells us, Rom. 8.5. That those that Are After the Spirit, do mind the things of the Spirit. 6ly. The Spirit discovers a men Evils to him, and so makes the Creature humble in its Addresses to God, he is a convincing Spirit, John 16.8. 7ly. The Spirit is a Spirit of Faith, and Therefore he keeps up the heart, in believing under the sense of Gilded, Corruption and Temptations, 2 Cor. 4.13.
but the Spirit is said to interceed for us, when he makes us interceed, as it is said in Matth. 10. That we do not speak but it is the Spirit of the Father that speaketh in us;
but the Spirit is said to intercede for us, when he makes us intercede, as it is said in Matthew 10. That we do not speak but it is the Spirit of the Father that speaks in us;
The Spirit assists us in Prayer, by causeing a fervour in our Desires, and bringing us into a cordial submission to his Will, he makes us groan, he makes us pray, according to the Will of God.
The Spirit assists us in Prayer, by causing a fervour in our Desires, and bringing us into a cordial submission to his Will, he makes us groan, he makes us pray, according to the Will of God.
The darkness of our mind as to spiritual Things, the disquiet of our Conscience, and perverseness of our Will, the disorder of our Affections, makes it impossible for us to pray aright without his help;
The darkness of our mind as to spiritual Things, the disquiet of our Conscience, and perverseness of our Will, the disorder of our Affections, makes it impossible for us to pray aright without his help;
because they are ignorant what is expedient for them, but all the irregular desires of the Saints in such a case does not come from the Spirit but only the lawful Desires that are mixed with these irregular Desires, these are called, the Sense and Meaning of the Spirit, which God approves of, in the next Verse.
Because they Are ignorant what is expedient for them, but all the irregular Desires of the Saints in such a case does not come from the Spirit but only the lawful Desires that Are mixed with these irregular Desires, these Are called, the Sense and Meaning of the Spirit, which God approves of, in the next Verse.
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When men know not the Cause, why God afflicts, nor the Ends which he intends to bring about by the Affliction, it is no wonder then they be indistinct in their Prayers, they know not what to seek of God in this Case. 2ly.
When men know not the Cause, why God afflicts, nor the Ends which he intends to bring about by the Affliction, it is no wonder then they be indistinct in their Prayers, they know not what to seek of God in this Case. 2ly.
even innocent finite Nature, while it is seiled upon by these great Fears, the Mind is not free at the time, to have the actual uptaking of what is fit to be desired or expected of God,
even innocent finite Nature, while it is seiled upon by these great Fears, the Mind is not free At the time, to have the actual uptaking of what is fit to be desired or expected of God,
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While the Soul is troubled with sad Challenges of Conscience for sin, that vexation of mind, caused by these Challenges, makes the Creature unfit to take up the particular state and condition of their Soul,
While the Soul is troubled with sad Challenges of Conscience for since, that vexation of mind, caused by these Challenges, makes the Creature unfit to take up the particular state and condition of their Soul,
so that they cannot have distinct Petitions to God about their condition, and therefore David, Psal. 38. When he fears Gods rebukeing of him in Wrath, all that he wins to is, All my desire is before thee,
so that they cannot have distinct Petitions to God about their condition, and Therefore David, Psalm 38. When he fears God's rebuking of him in Wrath, all that he wins to is, All my desire is before thee,
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and my groaning is not hid from thee, Psal. 38 9. This speaks out, what sad Condition the Saints may be in sometimes, when they are under this confusion;
and my groaning is not hid from thee, Psalm 38 9. This speaks out, what sad Condition the Saints may be in sometime, when they Are under this confusion;
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this is necessary, if they would imitate Christ in his Prayers, and if they would imitate the Saints Practice, according to the Scriptures. And 3ly. The Fervour of Prayer is necessary for the prevalency of it ▪ for as James tells us, that the effectual fervent Prayer of the Righteous avails much with God;
this is necessary, if they would imitate christ in his Prayers, and if they would imitate the Saints Practice, according to the Scriptures. And 3ly. The Fervour of Prayer is necessary for the prevalency of it ▪ for as James tells us, that the effectual fervent Prayer of the Righteous avails much with God;
A 3d. Cause is, these good Desires an• Intercessions are made for the Saints, for their Spiritual and Eternal Good, whose Felicity God intends to bring to a Perfection. A 4th.
A 3d. Cause is, these good Desires an• Intercessions Are made for the Saints, for their Spiritual and Eternal Good, whose Felicity God intends to bring to a Perfection. A 4th.
and agreeable thereto, the Desires excited by the Spirit are all lawful Desires. 3ly. Thir Desires are according to Gods Will, because attended with submission to his disposeing Will.
and agreeable thereto, the Desires excited by the Spirit Are all lawful Desires. 3ly. Their Desires Are according to God's Will, Because attended with submission to his disposing Will.
and the number and greatness of the evils, that is in the Heart of the best marrs the mind of man from taking up the good that is mixt with these evils.
and the number and greatness of the evils, that is in the Heart of the best mars the mind of man from taking up the good that is mixed with these evils.
Next Satan does not perfectly know what is in the Heart, he only can conjecture by the external Conversation and Temperature of the Body what is in it,
Next Satan does not perfectly know what is in the Heart, he only can conjecture by the external Conversation and Temperature of the Body what is in it,
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we should look to this, that the Heart hate the Ill and love the Good. 2ly. This is very comfortable to these that are sincere, for let the World calum•niate as they please, God sees the contrary. 3ly. It may terrify the Hypocrite, who professes fair and neglects the Heart.
we should look to this, that the Heart hate the Ill and love the Good. 2ly. This is very comfortable to these that Are sincere, for let the World calum•niate as they please, God sees the contrary. 3ly. It may terrify the Hypocrite, who Professes fair and neglects the Heart.
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Observe next, That God accepts and hears the sincere Prayers of the oppressed Saints, The Tex• says, he knows what is the mind of the Spirit, tha• is, he approves and hears the Desires excited by the Spirit in the Hearts of the Godly;
Observe next, That God accepts and hears the sincere Prayers of the oppressed Saints, The Tex• Says, he knows what is the mind of the Spirit, tha• is, he approves and hears the Desires excited by the Spirit in the Hearts of the Godly;
And 3• To testify his respect to Prayer, and to endear th• Exercise to the Saints. 4ly. To testify his respect t• Christ for whose sake he hears them. 5ly. To testi• that Blessed Harmony, that is amongst the Persons 〈 ◊ 〉 the Trinity, in carrying on the Work of our Salv•tion;
And 3• To testify his respect to Prayer, and to endear th• Exercise to the Saints. 4ly. To testify his respect t• christ for whose sake he hears them. 5ly. To testi• that Blessed Harmony, that is among the Persons 〈 ◊ 〉 the Trinity, in carrying on the Work of our Salv•tion;
The Father hears these Prayers that are d•ctate by the Spirit for the Saints Good. 6ly. Th• he may sweeten our Mercies, as coming to us th• way, and intimate his Love to his Saints thereb• see Dan. 9. And 7ly.
The Father hears these Prayers that Are d•ctate by the Spirit for the Saints Good. 6ly. Th• he may sweeten our mercies, as coming to us th• Way, and intimate his Love to his Saints thereb• see Dan. 9. And 7ly.
First, Labour to be renewed, be Saints, for it is only the Prayers of such, that prevails with him. 2ly. See that your Prayers come not so much from the gift of Prayer, as from the Grace of Prayer, let them come from an Holy Inclination to promote your spiritual good, they must come from the Spirit, 3ly. They must be lawful, desires agreeable to his will. 4ly. They must be attended with submission. 5ly. They must be founded on the the promise. 6ly. They must be single Desires, we must not regard Iniquity in our heart. Psal. 66.18. 7ly. They must be fervent, groanings unutterable. 8ly. They must be attended with Breathings after the publick good of the Saints Eph. 6, 16 9ly. They must be in faith, Ja: 1, 3. 10ly, They must be free of resentment and revenge; see 1 Timothy 2, 8.
First, Labour to be renewed, be Saints, for it is only the Prayers of such, that prevails with him. 2ly. See that your Prayers come not so much from the gift of Prayer, as from the Grace of Prayer, let them come from an Holy Inclination to promote your spiritual good, they must come from the Spirit, 3ly. They must be lawful, Desires agreeable to his will. 4ly. They must be attended with submission. 5ly. They must be founded on thee the promise. 6ly. They must be single Desires, we must not regard Iniquity in our heart. Psalm 66.18. 7ly. They must be fervent, groanings unutterable. 8ly. They must be attended with Breathings After the public good of the Saints Ephesians 6, 16 9ly. They must be in faith, Ja: 1, 3. 10ly, They must be free of resentment and revenge; see 1 Timothy 2, 8.
Use 2d, Of Tryal, Since the great reason why the Lord hears the Prayers of his People, is because they flow from his Spirit, ye would try whether your Prayers come from the Spirit or not, And 1st.
Use 2d, Of Trial, Since the great reason why the Lord hears the Prayers of his People, is Because they flow from his Spirit, you would try whither your Prayers come from the Spirit or not, And 1st.
ye would try by the matter of your Prayers, whether they be spiritual things or no these Prayers that are from the Spirit are for spiritual things, Rom. 8, 5. 2ly, Try the subject that Prayer is seated in,
you would try by the matter of your Prayers, whither they be spiritual things or no these Prayers that Are from the Spirit Are for spiritual things, Rom. 8, 5. 2ly, Try the Subject that Prayer is seated in,
if it be in the Heart, God by searching the Heart finds the Prayers raised by the Spirit there, see the Text, The mind is rightly attentive, both as to the matter and manner of Praying, the intention is found to use Mercies to Gods Glory, the Affections have something of Purity and Heavenlyness in them, see 2 Sam: 7, 18. Isai: 26, 8. 3ly, Try it by the abundance of Prayer in the Heart, see Eph: 6, 16, where the abundance of Prayer is there will be these several parts of Prayer:
if it be in the Heart, God by searching the Heart finds the Prayers raised by the Spirit there, see the Text, The mind is rightly attentive, both as to the matter and manner of Praying, the intention is found to use mercies to God's Glory, the Affections have something of Purity and Heavenliness in them, see 2 Sam: 7, 18. Isaiah: 26, 8. 3ly, Try it by the abundance of Prayer in the Heart, see Ephesians: 6, 16, where the abundance of Prayer is there will be these several parts of Prayer:
First, as Confession, Thansgiving Supplications for Good and Deprecations of Evil. 2ly, In this abundanc• there will be fervour of the Desire, Groanings u•utturable, see the preceeding Verse. 3ly. In th• abundance there will be strong spiritual Reasoning from the promise, see Neh: 1. A 4th, Mark of th• Spirits Prayers is, the frequency, of them they wil• Pray always, Eph. 6, 17. A 5th. is, Delays and Repulses will not discourage them, they will continu• therein with all perseverance, see Eph. 6.17. A 6th is, They will be for all Saints, see ibid. A 7th. The• will be attended with a Holy constancy in the Christian profession;
First, as Confessi, Thanksgiving Supplications for Good and Deprecations of Evil. 2ly, In this abundanc• there will be fervour of the Desire, Groanings u•utturable, see the preceding Verse. 3ly. In th• abundance there will be strong spiritual Reasoning from the promise, see Neh: 1. A 4th, Mark of th• Spirits Prayers is, the frequency, of them they wil• Pray always, Ephesians 6, 17. A 5th. is, Delays and Repulses will not discourage them, they will continu• therein with all perseverance, see Ephesians 6.17. A 6th is, They will be for all Saints, see Ibid. A 7th. The• will be attended with a Holy constancy in the Christian profession;
this lays by the Prayers of those that are guilty of Fundamental Errours in their Judgement. An 8th. Mark is, There will be tenderness in their conversation, see for these two last th• 20 Verse of the Epistle Jude. And an 9th.
this lays by the Prayers of those that Are guilty of Fundamental Errors in their Judgement. an 8th. Mark is, There will be tenderness in their Conversation, see for these two last th• 20 Verse of the Epistle U^de. And an 9th.
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is, The• will be attended with Repentance, see Zach 12. 1• The 3d. Use of Tryal, since God hears the Prayer of his People, We would try if God has heard us or not. And 1st. Try it by this, whether God h• given us that which we desired or no. 2•. Mark is, if he hears us he intimates his pardon to us, Psa. 85.8. A 3d. is, He gives us a farther degree 〈 ◊ 〉 Reformation of our Life, Psal. 85, last. A 4th.
is, The• will be attended with Repentance, see Zach 12. 1• The 3d. Use of Trial, since God hears the Prayer of his People, We would try if God has herd us or not. And 1st. Try it by this, whither God h• given us that which we desired or no. 2•. Mark is, if he hears us he intimates his pardon to us, Psa. 85.8. A 3d. is, He gives us a farther degree 〈 ◊ 〉 Reformation of our Life, Psalm 85, last. A 4th.
and strengthened me with strength in my Soul. A 5th. Mark, He gives them the faith of acceptation, he makes them joyful in the house 〈 ◊ 〉 Prayer, Isai. 57. A 6th. Mark is, he disposes their heart to improve their Mercy for their advantage, he hears the desire of the humble, he prepares their heart and hears their cry, Psal, 10, 17. A 7th. is, He removes their distrustful Anxiety, see Han•as case. Phil. 4, 6.
and strengthened me with strength in my Soul. A 5th. Mark, He gives them the faith of acceptation, he makes them joyful in the house 〈 ◊ 〉 Prayer, Isaiah 57. A 6th. Mark is, he disposes their heart to improve their Mercy for their advantage, he hears the desire of the humble, he prepares their heart and hears their cry, Psalm, 10, 17. A 7th. is, He removes their distrustful Anxiety, see Han•as case. Philip 4, 6.
HEre the Apostle adds another Consolation under the Cross, which is, That all things work together for good to them that love God, That is, that all Afflictions tend to their spiritual Good;
Here the Apostle adds Another Consolation under the Cross, which is, That all things work together for good to them that love God, That is, that all Afflictions tend to their spiritual Good;
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By (All things) here are meaned Afflictions, the universal particle being resticted to the subject matter of the discourse. Observe 1st. The Consolation, that all Afflictions tend to the good of the Believer, 2ly. Observe the certainty of this Consolation, Paul speaks of it as an uncontraverted truth, we know that all things work together for good, says he. 3ly.
By (All things) Here Are meaned Afflictions, the universal particle being resticted to the Subject matter of the discourse. Observe 1st. The Consolation, that all Afflictions tend to the good of the Believer, 2ly. Observe the certainty of this Consolation, Paul speaks of it as an uncontraverted truth, we know that all things work together for good, Says he. 3ly.
The occasion of the experience of delivery from great outward Tryal Psal. 18, 2ly They are the occasion of supp•• under Tryals, Psal. 138 3, and 73, 26. 3ly.
The occasion of the experience of delivery from great outward Trial Psalm 18, 2ly They Are the occasion of supp•• under Trials, Psalm 138 3, and 73, 26. 3ly.
and Meekness, which otherway would not have any occasion of Exercise. 5ly. b•thir Afflictions we know the truth, reality and grou• of these Graces. 6ly. They are the occasion of th• hightening of our Repentance for our present Sinns 2 Kin• 15, 30. And of cureing our stupidity for ou• old Guilt, Gen: 41, 21. 7ly. By them Predominant are restrained:
and Meekness, which otherways would not have any occasion of Exercise. 5ly. b•thir Afflictions we know the truth, reality and grou• of these Graces. 6ly. They Are the occasion of th• heightening of our Repentance for our present Sins 2 Kin• 15, 30. And of curing our stupidity for ou• old Gilded, Gen: 41, 21. 7ly. By them Predominant Are restrained:
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Next, Gods Desertions leaving them to yeild to a Temptation tends to their Good, because it tends to their Humility, Jo: 21, 15. 2ly. It tends to their greater measure of watchfulness, and sympathy with others.
Next, God's Desertions leaving them to yield to a Temptation tends to their Good, Because it tends to their Humility, John: 21, 15. 2ly. It tends to their greater measure of watchfulness, and Sympathy with Others.
This should keep Folks from Despair that are in this case. And 4ly. Desertions, in respect of Comfort, tend to their good, because thir Desertions put the people of God to try their Impenitency, Formality Security and Predominant ills. 2ly. They tend to their good, because they make them to breath more fervently after Communion with God, Psal. 42.1. 3ly. It is a great help to the purified Exercise of Faith I•a. 50.10. Use, Of Instruction, This tells us why God trysts his people with Inward Afflictions.
This should keep Folks from Despair that Are in this case. And 4ly. Desertions, in respect of Comfort, tend to their good, Because their Desertions put the people of God to try their Impenitency, Formality Security and Predominant ills. 2ly. They tend to their good, Because they make them to breath more fervently After Communion with God, Psalm 42.1. 3ly. It is a great help to the purified Exercise of Faith I•a. 50.10. Use, Of Instruction, This tells us why God trysts his people with Inward Afflictions.
But by the Spirit the Blessing of the Affliction is attained, Isai. 4.4. A 2d Use is, Of Exhortation, We should be careful to get good of our Afflictions, And that 1st By Prayer under them, Job. 27.10 Ja. 5.13. 2ly. By being suitably Exercised by them, Heb. 12.13. 3ly.
But by the Spirit the Blessing of the Affliction is attained, Isaiah 4.4. A 2d Use is, Of Exhortation, We should be careful to get good of our Afflictions, And that 1st By Prayer under them, Job. 27.10 Ja. 5.13. 2ly. By being suitably Exercised by them, Hebrew 12.13. 3ly.
By observing Gods Call to our particular duties by them Mic. 6: 9. A third Use is, Of reproof to these that are the worse of their Afflictions. Such 1st.
By observing God's Call to our particular duties by them Mic. 6: 9. A third Use is, Of reproof to these that Are the Worse of their Afflictions. Such 1st.
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As are either Despisers of the Lord, or Fainters under his Rebuke Heb. 12.6. Or 2ly. Denyers of Providence Psal. 73.11. Or 3ly. These that despair and conclude, that God intends their ruine by the providence they are under, See Jos. 7, 7. Or 4ly. These that deny the Reality of the Grace of God in them, and if they believe not this, they will not be careful to please God. A 4th. Use is, An Use of Tryal, to try if we b• the worse of Afflictions or not.
As Are either Despisers of the Lord, or Fainters under his Rebuke Hebrew 12.6. Or 2ly. Denyers of Providence Psalm 73.11. Or 3ly. These that despair and conclude, that God intends their ruin by the providence they Are under, See Jos. 7, 7. Or 4ly. These that deny the Reality of the Grace of God in them, and if they believe not this, they will not be careful to please God. A 4th. Use is, an Use of Trial, to try if we b• the Worse of Afflictions or not.
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and Entangl•ments Jos. 7, 7. 3ly, When your Afflictions dri• you to unlawful means for your relief, 1 Sam. 27, • And when you use lawful means without dependan• on God, 2 Chor: 16 12. 4ly,
and Entangl•ments Jos. 7, 7. 3ly, When your Afflictions dri• you to unlawful means for your relief, 1 Sam. 27, • And when you use lawful means without dependan• on God, 2 Chor: 16 12. 4ly,
Use of Reproof to these that censure providence which Censure of providence arises from Atheism 〈 ◊ 〉 denying of providence. 2ly. It arises from unbeli• questioning of Gods Love in the manageing of providence to our advantage. 3ly, From Sensuality the enclines us to misconstruct all providences, that do n• gratify the same. 4ly. From too hasty passing sentence upon providence before these signal periods of 〈 ◊ 〉 come, that may manifest its meaning. 5ly.
Use of Reproof to these that censure providence which Censure of providence arises from Atheism 〈 ◊ 〉 denying of providence. 2ly. It arises from unbeli• questioning of God's Love in the managing of providence to our advantage. 3ly, From Sensuality the inclines us to misconstruct all providences, that do n• gratify the same. 4ly. From too hasty passing sentence upon providence before these signal periods of 〈 ◊ 〉 come, that may manifest its meaning. 5ly.
and how closly these Ills stick 〈 ◊ 〉 us, so much we have need of sharp Crosses to make a separation betwixt us and them. 6ly. The Censure of it arises from narrow views of it, that every stroak of Providence has various effects upon various Persons, in various Parts of the visible Church. 7ly. It arises from not considering, that God may send a lesser Cross to prevent a greater, see Jer. 24.5.
and how closely these Ills stick 〈 ◊ 〉 us, so much we have need of sharp Crosses to make a separation betwixt us and them. 6ly. The Censure of it arises from narrow views of it, that every stroke of Providence has various effects upon various Persons, in various Parts of the visible Church. 7ly. It arises from not considering, that God may send a lesser Cross to prevent a greater, see Jer. 24.5.
And that 1st By Scripture, Jer. 24.5. Psal. 34.20. 2ly. By Experience, and this hath these Two Things in it. 1st. That we should observe the Experiences of our Advantage by the Cross. And 2ly. We should be assured of the Certainty of the Thing, upon the Observation of that Experience.
And that 1st By Scripture, Jer. 24.5. Psalm 34.20. 2ly. By Experience, and this hath these Two Things in it. 1st. That we should observe the Experiences of our Advantage by the Cross. And 2ly. We should be assured of the Certainty of the Thing, upon the Observation of that Experience.
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Because Love, is best tryed by the Cross, as to its sincerity and constancy; it is sincere Love to God for himself, and for his Spiritual Benefits. 2ly.
Because Love, is best tried by the Cross, as to its sincerity and constancy; it is sincere Love to God for himself, and for his Spiritual Benefits. 2ly.
He describes thir Persons from Lo• to God, because Love defends them from the sna• of the Cross, it keeps us from useing unlawful Me• for our relief, it keeps us from being discontent wit• our Lot,
He describes their Persons from Lo• to God, Because Love defends them from the sna• of the Cross, it keeps us from using unlawful Me• for our relief, it keeps us from being discontent wit• our Lot,
He describes thir Pe•sons to whom the Consolation belongs, to be Love of God, because Love furthers the Accomplishme• of these things that are designed by God, such 〈 ◊ 〉 nearer Communion with God, hatred at sin, an mourning for it.
He describes their Pe•sons to whom the Consolation belongs, to be Love of God, Because Love furthers the Accomplishme• of these things that Are designed by God, such 〈 ◊ 〉 nearer Communion with God, hatred At since, an mourning for it.
Use of Instruction, here we may see upon w• we may father the missing of the Spiritual Benefi• of the Cross, viz. upon the want of Love to Go• Use 2d. of Tryal to try whether we have Lover God or not.
Use of Instruction, Here we may see upon w• we may father the missing of the Spiritual Benefi• of the Cross, viz. upon the want of Love to Go• Use 2d. of Trial to try whither we have Lover God or not.
try your reality of Love, by your d•light in God, and the tenderness of your Obedien• John 14.28. Use 3d. of Exhortation, to Labo• for Love, and for that effect, believe Gods Love 〈 ◊ 〉 you. 2ly. Consider the Mercies of your Lot. An• 3ly. Repell these misrepresentations of God, th• Satan makes of him, as tho he were cruel, becau• he were crossing us.
try your reality of Love, by your d•light in God, and the tenderness of your Obedien• John 14.28. Use 3d. of Exhortation, to Labo• for Love, and for that Effect, believe God's Love 〈 ◊ 〉 you. 2ly. Consider the mercies of your Lot. An• 3ly. Repel these misrepresentations of God, th• Satan makes of him, as though he were cruel, becau• he were crossing us.
Verse 28. To them, who are the Called according to his Purpose. HEre a 2d. description of these persons to who• all providences are profitable, and it is fro• their Effectual Calling, The phrase here used abo• this Calling imports these Four. 1st. The speciali• of this Mercy. 2ly, That it flows from meer Grace;
Verse 28. To them, who Are the Called according to his Purpose. Here a 2d. description of these Persons to who• all providences Are profitable, and it is fro• their Effectual Calling, The phrase Here used abo• this Calling imports these Four. 1st. The speciali• of this Mercy. 2ly, That it flows from mere Grace;
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Besides, this is not the simple external call, for it seems to be a call peculiar to the Elect. It being a call squared by purpose, which is meaned of the purpose of Election,
Beside, this is not the simple external call, for it seems to be a call peculiar to the Elect. It being a call squared by purpose, which is meaned of the purpose of Election,
and since there is a call peculiar to the Elect, as appears by that 2 Pet. 1.10. Where the assureance of our Calling, and the assurance of our Election goes together, it would seem that that calling peculiar to the Elect were meaned;
and since there is a call peculiar to the Elect, as appears by that 2 Pet. 1.10. Where the assurance of our Calling, and the assurance of our Election Goes together, it would seem that that calling peculiar to the Elect were meaned;
and therefore it cannot be meaned of the external Call, for it is extended to more than the Elect, by Christs Words, Many are Called, but few are chosen.
and Therefore it cannot be meaned of the external Call, for it is extended to more than the Elect, by Christ Words, Many Are Called, but few Are chosen.
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If it be said, that all the externally called, are internally called, because the externally called are said to resist the Holy Ghost? Answ. Such may be said to resist the Holy Ghost,
If it be said, that all the externally called, Are internally called, Because the externally called Are said to resist the Holy Ghost? Answer Such may be said to resist the Holy Ghost,
If it be said, that the internal call, is always attending on the external call, because the Spirits Efficacy is joined with the D•pensation of the Word, in that Promise made to• Church, Isa. 59. last It is Answered, that Pro• does not say, that every dispensation of the Wo• has the Spirits attendance on it;
If it be said, that the internal call, is always attending on the external call, Because the Spirits Efficacy is joined with the D•pensation of the Word, in that Promise made to• Church, Isaiah 59. last It is Answered, that Pro• does not say, that every Dispensation of the Wo• has the Spirits attendance on it;
it says indeed th• the Spirits Presence never wholly leaves the Visi• Church: Neither will this Opinion, Viz. That 〈 ◊ 〉 external call may be without Efficacy;
it Says indeed th• the Spirits Presence never wholly leaves the Visi• Church: Neither will this Opinion, Viz. That 〈 ◊ 〉 external call may be without Efficacy;
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and what m• be a sufficient encouragement for the doing of th• Duty, but it does not signifie any thing of Gods 〈 ◊ 〉 terminate Purpose to bring about Events.
and what m• be a sufficient encouragement for the doing of th• Duty, but it does not signify any thing of God's 〈 ◊ 〉 terminate Purpose to bring about Events.
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This lets us see the Soveraignty o• God, in dispensing this internal Call to some, and denying it to others, this is handled by the Apostle, Rom. 9. Use 2d. Of Exhortation, to exhort the internally called to thankfulness, seing it is a special Mercy not granted to all within the Visible Church.
This lets us see the Sovereignty o• God, in dispensing this internal Call to Some, and denying it to Others, this is handled by the Apostle, Rom. 9. Use 2d. Of Exhortation, to exhort the internally called to thankfulness, sing it is a special Mercy not granted to all within the Visible Church.
Observe next, that this internal Call is of Grace 〈 ◊ 〉 and not of Works, see 2 Tim. 1.8 This is clear, 〈 ◊ 〉 ye consider, who they are the Called, The Poor, 1 Cor. 1.27. The Foolish, Matth. 11.25. The Prophane, passing by the Civil, 2 Cor. 6.10. The dead in Trespasses and Sins, Eph. 2.1. The Gentiles passing by many of the Jews;
Observe next, that this internal Call is of Grace 〈 ◊ 〉 and not of Works, see 2 Tim. 1.8 This is clear, 〈 ◊ 〉 you Consider, who they Are the Called, The Poor, 1 Cor. 1.27. The Foolish, Matthew 11.25. The Profane, passing by the Civil, 2 Cor. 6.10. The dead in Trespasses and Sins, Ephesians 2.1. The Gentiles passing by many of the jews;
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besides Gods calling the wicked Nation of the Jews to a Visible Church-state passing by other Nations that were more Civilized then they, was à representation of the freedom of this Internal Call, see Deut. 9.4.
beside God's calling the wicked nation of the jews to a Visible Church-state passing by other nations that were more Civilized then they, was à representation of the freedom of this Internal Call, see Deuteronomy 9.4.
because Gods Working in us to Will, is of good Pleasure, also well as his working in us to do, Phil. 2.12. Use 1st. The internally Called should be humble. 2ly. They should be confident of their perseverance;
Because God's Working in us to Will, is of good Pleasure, also well as his working in us to do, Philip 2.12. Use 1st. The internally Called should be humble. 2ly. They should be confident of their perseverance;
and the worst of sinners may use the means for their conversion to God, seing God can confer this internal Call upon the worst of them freely. Observe 3ly. This Call is effectual, seing it is the accomplishment of a standing purpose, see Rom. 9.11. Jo. 6 44.45. Cant. 1.3, 4. The promise of th• Spirit, Ezek. 36. •6.
and the worst of Sinners may use the means for their conversion to God, sing God can confer this internal Call upon the worst of them freely. Observe 3ly. This Call is effectual, sing it is the accomplishment of a standing purpose, see Rom. 9.11. John 6 44.45. Cant 1.3, 4. The promise of th• Spirit, Ezekiel 36. •6.
beside not only a Power to believe, but Actual Believing, is Gods Gift, Phil. 1. last. And actual Repentance is the certain effect of converting Grace, Jer. 31, 18. Likeas, this Grace conferred by this Internal Call, cures the resistence to it self,
beside not only a Power to believe, but Actual Believing, is God's Gift, Philip 1. last. And actual Repentance is the certain Effect of converting Grace, Jer. 31, 18. Like as, this Grace conferred by this Internal Call, cures the resistance to it self,
and not of Works, might be said to be of this Work, Viz. A Concurrence with the internal Call, which cannot be consistent with this which is said in the 2 Tim 1.9. Viz. That our Calling is not of Works b• of Grace:
and not of Works, might be said to be of this Work, Viz. A Concurrence with the internal Call, which cannot be consistent with this which is said in the 2 Tim 1.9. Viz. That our Calling is not of Works b• of Grace:
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Besides, to say that the effectualness of this Grace depended on our concurrence, it were also much as to say, that it were in our power to make Christs Death fruitless,
Beside, to say that the effectualness of this Grace depended on our concurrence, it were also much as to say, that it were in our power to make Christ Death fruitless,
and the pleasure of the Lord should prosper in his hand, Isai. 53.10 Neither doth the effectualness of this Call take away the natural freedom of the Will,
and the pleasure of the Lord should prosper in his hand, Isaiah 53.10 Neither does the effectualness of this Call take away the natural freedom of the Will,
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for it may flow from determinating Grace, and yet be approvable; for the obedience of Angels, and confirm'd Saints in Heaven is approven of God. Use 1st. This lets us see the difference betwixt Gods working on Mens Spirits, and Satans working on them;
for it may flow from determinating Grace, and yet be approvable; for the Obedience of Angels, and confirmed Saints in Heaven is approven of God. Use 1st. This lets us see the difference betwixt God's working on Men's Spirits, and Satan working on them;
It is compared to the Power that raised Christ from the Dead, Eph. 1.18. 3ly. It says, we need not despair of the Conversion of the worst. 4ly. It says, that the Converted may believe that they shall persevere, notwithstanding of the opposition made to their perseverance;
It is compared to the Power that raised christ from the Dead, Ephesians 1.18. 3ly. It Says, we need not despair of the Conversion of the worst. 4ly. It Says, that the Converted may believe that they shall persevere, notwithstanding of the opposition made to their perseverance;
Next, When it is said, they are called according to purpose, it speaks this Call to be a persevering Call, for this purpose is irrevocable. Rom. 11.29.
Next, When it is said, they Are called according to purpose, it speaks this Call to be a persevering Call, for this purpose is irrevocable. Rom. 11.29.
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Observe next, That those that are called according to purpose, their Calling is a sure pledge, that God will make all their Afflictions tend to their spiritual good,
Observe next, That those that Are called according to purpose, their Calling is a sure pledge, that God will make all their Afflictions tend to their spiritual good,
and that because their Calling is linked with their Glory, as being the first prime effect of their predestination v, 30. Use of this is, That if we would be sure that ou• Afflictions would advance our spiritual Good, we would try our Calling;
and that Because their Calling is linked with their Glory, as being the First prime Effect of their predestination v, 30. Use of this is, That if we would be sure that ou• Afflictions would advance our spiritual Good, we would try our Calling;
And first, try it by our Saving Knowledge, 2 Pet. 1.58. 2ly. Try it by ou• attainment to Holyness, 1 Thess 4.7. 3ly. Try it by your Communion with Christ. 1 Cor. 1.9. 4ly. Try it by your esteem of the mystery of the Cross, 1 Cor. 1.23. 5ly. Try it by the deep impressions of the Gospel Truths on your Heart, Rom. 6.17. 6ly. Try it by your esteem of the Calling Word;
And First, try it by our Saving Knowledge, 2 Pet. 1.58. 2ly. Try it by ou• attainment to Holiness, 1 Thess 4.7. 3ly. Try it by your Communion with christ. 1 Cor. 1.9. 4ly. Try it by your esteem of the mystery of the Cross, 1 Cor. 1.23. 5ly. Try it by the deep impressions of the Gospel Truths on your Heart, Rom. 6.17. 6ly. Try it by your esteem of the Calling Word;
By a conformity with Christs Image, is not here understood an Conformity with him in his Suffering Lot, else the Argument would not infer what the Apostle intends to prove, viz. That the Afflictions of the called ones might tend to their spiritual Good,
By a conformity with Christ Image, is not Here understood an Conformity with him in his Suffering Lot, Else the Argument would not infer what the Apostle intends to prove, viz. That the Afflictions of the called ones might tend to their spiritual Good,
The Illustration subjoined viz. That he might be the first-born amongst many Bretheren, signifies that by conformity with Christs Image, is not meaned Suffering,
The Illustration subjoined viz. That he might be the firstborn among many Brethren, signifies that by conformity with Christ Image, is not meaned Suffering,
It must not be a conformity to his Suffering Lot here meant, because as the Apostle expresses it in the bulk v, 29. That the effect of Predestination is a conformity to Christs Image,
It must not be a conformity to his Suffering Lot Here meant, Because as the Apostle Expresses it in the bulk v, 29. That the Effect of Predestination is a conformity to Christ Image,
because Foreknowledge is before Predestination, and Faith is the effect of Predestination, Acts 13.48. neither can it be meant of the Forknowledge of good Works, because these are the effects of Predestination. Likeways Eph. 2.10.
Because Foreknowledge is before Predestination, and Faith is the Effect of Predestination, Acts 13.48. neither can it be meant of the Foreknowledge of good Works, Because these Are the effects of Predestination. Likeways Ephesians 2.10.
and this tells us, that their Callin• comes from free Love and not from merite. 2l• It bids us conclude from our Calling that we are th• Objects of Eternal Love. 3ly. It says, that if Go• Loved us from Eternity, he will Love us to Eternity 4ly. It says, that since God Loved us from Eternity we should Love him in time.
and this tells us, that their Callin• comes from free Love and not from merit. 2l• It bids us conclude from our Calling that we Are th• Objects of Eternal Love. 3ly. It Says, that if Go• Loved us from Eternity, he will Love us to Eternity 4ly. It Says, that since God Loved us from Eternity we should Love him in time.
nay the gi•ing of them to Christ does say, by the decree of Predestination, which as to our uptaking is revealed in t• Scripture to be posterior to this Love, that the peop• of God were his by Electing Love,
nay the gi•ing of them to christ does say, by the Decree of Predestination, which as to our uptaking is revealed in t• Scripture to be posterior to this Love, that the peop• of God were his by Electing Love,
And this says next, that if G• Love his people with an Love of Benevolence, befo• he consider them as in Christ by Faith, he will c•tainly Love such with an Love of complacency,
And this Says next, that if G• Love his people with an Love of Benevolence, befo• he Consider them as in christ by Faith, he will c•tainly Love such with an Love of complacency,
as a• actually in him by Believing. Observe 3ly. That God designs a Fraternity betwixt Believers and Christ, That is, that there shou• be a Communion of Natures betwixt us and him;
as a• actually in him by Believing. Observe 3ly. That God designs a Fraternity betwixt Believers and christ, That is, that there shou• be a Communion of Nature's betwixt us and him;
because we are sib to him, 2ly. That we might claim with confidence the effects of his merite. And 3ly. That he might sympathisingly interceed for us. And 4ly. That we might with boldness employ him in all his Offices, as one we are so nearly related to. And 5ly.
Because we Are sib to him, 2ly. That we might claim with confidence the effects of his merit. And 3ly. That he might sympathisingly intercede for us. And 4ly. That we might with boldness employ him in all his Offices, as one we Are so nearly related to. And 5ly.
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And first we share with him in his Natural Sonship by our Adoption, Gal. 4.5. 2ly. We share with him in his Justification, he was justified by his Resurrection, as our Soverty, 1 Tim. 3 last. And we are justified through him, Phil. 3.9. He received the Spirit from the Father as Spirit of Life, and we receive that Spirit from him, Jo· 14.19. And 6.57. He raised himself from the Grave by his own Power, we are to be raised by his Power, Rom. 8.11. Jo. 528. He went into Heaven and acquired an nearness to his Father by his own Blood, we acquire an access to Heaven by the same Blood, Heb. 10.19.20. He allows us a share of his Glory, Jo. 17.24.
And First we share with him in his Natural Sonship by our Adoption, Gal. 4.5. 2ly. We share with him in his Justification, he was justified by his Resurrection, as our Soverty, 1 Tim. 3 last. And we Are justified through him, Philip 3.9. He received the Spirit from the Father as Spirit of Life, and we receive that Spirit from him, Jo· 14.19. And 6.57. He raised himself from the Grave by his own Power, we Are to be raised by his Power, Rom. 8.11. John 528. He went into Heaven and acquired an nearness to his Father by his own Blood, we acquire an access to Heaven by the same Blood, Hebrew 10.19.20. He allows us a share of his Glory, John 17.24.
he got access to the Fathers Glorious presence by vertue of his own Blood, we by vertue of the same, Heb: 10.19. He rose by the Power of his own Spirit, we are raised by vertue of his Power:
he god access to the Father's Glorious presence by virtue of his own Blood, we by virtue of the same, Hebrew: 10.19. He rose by the Power of his own Spirit, we Are raised by virtue of his Power:
As to his personal Glory, it is greater nor ours, because he sits on the right hand of the Throne of Majesty, This tells us we owe him great Honour, Homage, Love, Esteem, and Dependance.
As to his personal Glory, it is greater nor ours, Because he sits on the right hand of the Throne of Majesty, This tells us we owe him great Honour, Homage, Love, Esteem, and Dependence.
and it is an inexcusable Infidelity in the Saints to deny their Adoption, while they feel in themselves an Communication of the Spirit of Life from Christ.
and it is an inexcusable Infidelity in the Saints to deny their Adoption, while they feel in themselves an Communication of the Spirit of Life from christ.
The Father Loves the Son, and giveth all things into his hand, and this speaks our right to these Priviledges to be very firm, seing we have a right to them by his Testament, ratified by his Blood and Death.
The Father Loves the Son, and gives all things into his hand, and this speaks our right to these Privileges to be very firm, sing we have a right to them by his Testament, ratified by his Blood and Death.
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Observe here, All the predestinate Folks are effectually Called, And therefore this says first, That none will win to Heaven but those that are Effectually Called,
Observe Here, All the predestinate Folks Are effectually Called, And Therefore this Says First, That none will win to Heaven but those that Are Effectually Called,
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for Calling here goes before Glory, and such as are Predestinate to Glory, are Predestinate to Calling. 2ly. It says that the first clear discovery of Predestination is Calling, A Man cannot know his Election by any other evidence then by Calling. 3ly. It says that this is a sure evidence thereof. 4ly. We see that Calling being the effect of Predestination, and it being an irrevocable purpose, Rom. 9.11. That Calling must as to its effect be irresistable. 5ly.
for Calling Here Goes before Glory, and such as Are Predestinate to Glory, Are Predestinate to Calling. 2ly. It Says that the First clear discovery of Predestination is Calling, A Man cannot know his Election by any other evidence then by Calling. 3ly. It Says that this is a sure evidence thereof. 4ly. We see that Calling being the Effect of Predestination, and it being an irrevocable purpose, Rom. 9.11. That Calling must as to its Effect be irresistible. 5ly.
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Seing we see the Apostle proving that the Called according to purpose, are to be conformed according to Christs Image, that is, they are to share of his priviledges and Glory, he proves this I say, by that sure Link that Predestination puts between their Calling and Glory, which tells us that all Effectually Called do share of Christs Priviledges,
Sing we see the Apostle proving that the Called according to purpose, Are to be conformed according to Christ Image, that is, they Are to share of his privileges and Glory, he Proves this I say, by that sure Link that Predestination puts between their Calling and Glory, which tells us that all Effectually Called do share of Christ Privileges,
and therefore the Antinomian Errour is reproveable, who say the Elect are justified from Eternity, Elect Paul before Conversion, was a Child of Wrath even as others, Eph. 2.2. 2ly.
and Therefore the Antinomian Error is reprovable, who say the Elect Are justified from Eternity, Elect Paul before Conversion, was a Child of Wrath even as Others, Ephesians 2.2. 2ly.
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This says, That presently upon their being Called they are Justified, and therefore their Justification is not delayed till they persevere in Good Works to the end of their Life,
This Says, That presently upon their being Called they Are Justified, and Therefore their Justification is not delayed till they persevere in Good Works to the end of their Life,
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If the Called be justified, It says their Afflictions must tend to their Good, because when they know that Sin is pardoned, they cannot but be sure that God will bless their Crosses to them,
If the Called be justified, It Says their Afflictions must tend to their Good, Because when they know that since is pardoned, they cannot but be sure that God will bless their Crosses to them,
If Called Folks be justified, they should have peace in their own Conscience, they may well be humbled for Sin, they should not have an Tormenting fear of Hell for it. 6ly.
If Called Folks be justified, they should have peace in their own Conscience, they may well be humbled for since, they should not have an Tormenting Fear of Hell for it. 6ly.
Now that the Called Man is justified appears, because the Called have Faith, and the Gospel-Promulgation secures, that all Believers are justified. 2ly.
Now that the Called Man is justified appears, Because the Called have Faith, and the Gospel-Promulgation secures, that all Believers Are justified. 2ly.
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and we know that he gives his Spirit to none, but to such to whom he is reconciled. 3ly. The Called Man is justified, because he is Just, and that upon the account he has a sure interest in a perfect justifying Righteousness.
and we know that he gives his Spirit to none, but to such to whom he is reconciled. 3ly. The Called Man is justified, Because he is Just, and that upon the account he has a sure Interest in a perfect justifying Righteousness.
that Communion we have with God is immediate, without Ordinances, there is no Temple in the New Jerusalem, Rev. 22. It is constant without interruption, we are made Pillars of the Temple of God, Rev 7: 10. The Joys that follow thereon, are full an• satisfying, constant and lasting, Psal. 16. last. Now this Glory, all the Justified shall possess it,
that Communion we have with God is immediate, without Ordinances, there is no Temple in the New Jerusalem, Rev. 22. It is constant without interruption, we Are made Pillars of the Temple of God, Rev 7: 10. The Joys that follow thereon, Are full an• satisfying, constant and lasting, Psalm 16. last. Now this Glory, all the Justified shall possess it,
as appears, by the linking of Calling Justification, an• Glory together, and they are linked together by reason of Predestination, Christs Merite, and the Spirits Application. 2ly. It is sure by the nature of Justification, it being a Right to Life, alse well as Immunity from Wrath. 3ly. It appears from Sanctification, which is a Preparation for Glory, and a Pledge of it. Eph. 4.30. It appears from their Adoption, Rom. 8.17. It appears from this, that the Gospel is the Rule of Judgement;
as appears, by the linking of Calling Justification, an• Glory together, and they Are linked together by reason of Predestination, Christ Merit, and the Spirits Application. 2ly. It is sure by the nature of Justification, it being a Right to Life, also well as Immunity from Wrath. 3ly. It appears from Sanctification, which is a Preparation for Glory, and a Pledge of it. Ephesians 4.30. It appears from their Adoption, Rom. 8.17. It appears from this, that the Gospel is the Rule of Judgement;
and partial Conformity with Christ in this World secures our total Conformity with him in Glory in the other. 2ly. This says that the justified are sanctified, seing Sanctification must go before Glory, and it is Glory begun. 2ly.
and partial Conformity with christ in this World secures our total Conformity with him in Glory in the other. 2ly. This Says that the justified Are sanctified, sing Sanctification must go before Glory, and it is Glory begun. 2ly.
That since Glory is connected with Justification, we should hope for Heaven, wait for Heaven, and work out our Salvation with fear and trembling. 5ly. We should submit to the Cross, seing this condition is certainly abiding us. 6ly.
That since Glory is connected with Justification, we should hope for Heaven, wait for Heaven, and work out our Salvation with Fear and trembling. 5ly. We should submit to the Cross, sing this condition is Certainly abiding us. 6ly.
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for Grace must reign through Righteousness into eternal Life. And 7ly. Ye would try your state to Justification, as ye would try your right to Glory.
for Grace must Reign through Righteousness into Eternal Life. And 7ly. You would try your state to Justification, as you would try your right to Glory.
HEre the Apostle, by way of interrogating, what shall we say then to these things? infers the truth and sufficiency of the Comforts formerly laid down;
Here the Apostle, by Way of interrogating, what shall we say then to these things? infers the truth and sufficiency of the Comforts formerly laid down;
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that is, God is Friends with them, they have fellowship with him, and he assists them against all the Opposition that is made to their Salvation. Observe here 1st. That the Comforts formerly laid down, are real and sufficient, and that proven so by the Experience of all Saints.
that is, God is Friends with them, they have fellowship with him, and he assists them against all the Opposition that is made to their Salvation. Observe Here 1st. That the Comforts formerly laid down, Are real and sufficient, and that proven so by the Experience of all Saints.
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From this 〈 ◊ 〉 inferr, that the Enjoyers of these Comforts are 〈 ◊ 〉 excuseable for their being prevailed upon, by d•couragements under the Cross. 2ly.
From this 〈 ◊ 〉 infer, that the Enjoyers of these Comforts Are 〈 ◊ 〉 Excusable for their being prevailed upon, by d•couragements under the Cross. 2ly.
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This tells 〈 ◊ 〉 that Ministers, when they comfort People und• Crosses, should afford them plain and unquestio•able Grounds of Consolation, that cannot be cont•dicted, such as the Text says here, we have nothi• to say against,
This tells 〈 ◊ 〉 that Ministers, when they Comfort People und• Crosses, should afford them plain and unquestio•able Grounds of Consolation, that cannot be cont•dicted, such as the Text Says Here, we have nothi• to say against,
Observe next, that the Enjoyers of these Comforts may conclude that God is with them; Fro• this I inferr, 1st. That these Comforts are sure Mar• of a state of Reconciliation. 2ly. I inferr that th• are certain Pledges of Divine Assistance, against opposition made to our Salvation. 3ly.
Observe next, that the Enjoyers of these Comforts may conclude that God is with them; Fro• this I infer, 1st. That these Comforts Are sure Mar• of a state of Reconciliation. 2ly. I infer that th• Are certain Pledges of Divine Assistance, against opposition made to our Salvation. 3ly.
I infer th• they are real Evidences of Spiritual Communion betwixt God and us, Observe 3ly. That while Saints are under the Cross, their is much opposition made to their Salvation; It's clear 1st. By their Corruptions being irritate by the Cross. 2ly. By the Devils taking advantage by the Cross to tempt us. 3ly. It appears by the Worlds insulting over the People of God, while they are under the Cross. 4ly. It appears from the Challenges of Conscience, for sin that they are lyable unto while under the Cross;
I infer th• they Are real Evidences of Spiritual Communion betwixt God and us, Observe 3ly. That while Saints Are under the Cross, their is much opposition made to their Salvation; It's clear 1st. By their Corruptions being irritate by the Cross. 2ly. By the Devils taking advantage by the Cross to tempt us. 3ly. It appears by the World's insulting over the People of God, while they Are under the Cross. 4ly. It appears from the Challenges of Conscience, for since that they Are liable unto while under the Cross;
This says that we have not only need of Patience to bear the Cross, but we have need of Watchfulness against that opposition that is made to our Faith under the Cross,
This Says that we have not only need of Patience to bear the Cross, but we have need of Watchfulness against that opposition that is made to our Faith under the Cross,
and we had need to pray for strength against that opposition, much more than for Deliverance from the Cross. Observe 4ly. That this Opposition is all succesless, because it is limited by Providence, and we have strength afforded us by the Spirits Influence against it.
and we had need to pray for strength against that opposition, much more than for Deliverance from the Cross. Observe 4ly. That this Opposition is all successless, Because it is limited by Providence, and we have strength afforded us by the Spirits Influence against it.
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Ʋse, This is comfortable to People under long continuing Crosses. 2ly. This invites us to bring our Faith up to that, triumphantly to defy all the opposition that is made against it.
Ʋse, This is comfortable to People under long Continuing Crosses. 2ly. This invites us to bring our Faith up to that, triumphantly to defy all the opposition that is made against it.
HEre the Apostle, as he had in the former Verses comforted the Saints under the Cross, by telling them that God would secure and defend them from the evil of it, by giving them many sensible Supports for that end;
Here the Apostle, as he had in the former Verses comforted the Saints under the Cross, by telling them that God would secure and defend them from the evil of it, by giving them many sensible Supports for that end;
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and this he confirms by the Love of Christ to them, and by the Love of the Father in giving Christ. Observe. 1st. That there is an abundance of Spiritual Things that the afflicted Christian stands in need of:
and this he confirms by the Love of christ to them, and by the Love of the Father in giving christ. Observe. 1st. That there is an abundance of Spiritual Things that the afflicted Christian Stands in need of:
and People under the Cross are ready to be jealous of God anger as a Judge. 2ly. They have need of Grace to prevent the irritation of their Corruption. 3ly.
and People under the Cross Are ready to be jealous of God anger as a Judge. 2ly. They have need of Grace to prevent the irritation of their Corruption. 3ly.
They had need of Comfort, because they are called to suffer with joy and cheerfulness under the Cross, alse well as otherways. 6ly. They had need of Deliverance, to prevent their overwhelming under the Cross;
They had need of Comfort, Because they Are called to suffer with joy and cheerfulness under the Cross, also well as otherways. 6ly. They had need of Deliverance, to prevent their overwhelming under the Cross;
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and other Folk should pray for them. 3ly. They are called to be very humble, seing they have so great need of so many things in their afflicted Condition. Observe, 2ly. That God is very ready to give bountifully to his People, in their afflicted State; As appears 1st. By the compleatness of their Pardon, Psal. 85. 2ly. By the fulness of their Comfort, 2 Cor. 1.6. 3ly. By the sufficiency of their Grace against Temptations, 2 Cor. 12.8. 4ly. By their innumerable Deliverances, Psal. 71.15. 5ly. By the seasonableness of these Deliverances, Psal. 46.1. 6ly. By their unexpectedness, Psal. 126.1. 7ly. By their Deliverance, being above their Merite, Isa•. 57.18. 8ly. By the Communication of Light to them, Prov. 3.8. Psal. 25.8. Use of Reproof, for the narrow Thoughts we have of the Bounty of God towards us in our afflicted state. 2d. Use of Exhortation, to exhort us to have large Desires and Expectations, suitable to this large Bounty. 3ly. It reproves us for repineing under Crosses, seing God puts us in that Condition, of purpose that we may be capable of having the Experience of the Expressions of his Bounty. 5ly, Do not shift a Cross, seing God can by the Expressions of his Bounty, make it both pleasant and profitable. 6ly. Do not obstruct the Expressions of his Bounty by Unbelief, Impenitency, and neglect of Prayer. 7ly. Labour to observe the Expressions of Gods Bounty, to confirm your Faith, to excite your Love and Thankfulness. Observe 3ly. That thir Expressions of Love are freely given, because they exceed and go beyond our Faith, Psal 31.21. 2ly. They go beyond our Merit, Isay 57.18. God will deliver us even when we are guilty of Treachery towards him, Jer. 3.20, 21. This teaches us Humility and confidence in Prayer. Observe 4ly. All thir Expressions of Bounty are given with Christ, which holds out, that if we have an interest in him, we have an interest also in all these:
and other Folk should pray for them. 3ly. They Are called to be very humble, sing they have so great need of so many things in their afflicted Condition. Observe, 2ly. That God is very ready to give bountifully to his People, in their afflicted State; As appears 1st. By the completeness of their Pardon, Psalm 85. 2ly. By the fullness of their Comfort, 2 Cor. 1.6. 3ly. By the sufficiency of their Grace against Temptations, 2 Cor. 12.8. 4ly. By their innumerable Deliverances, Psalm 71.15. 5ly. By the seasonableness of these Deliverances, Psalm 46.1. 6ly. By their unexpectedness, Psalm 126.1. 7ly. By their Deliverance, being above their Merit, Isa•. 57.18. 8ly. By the Communication of Light to them, Curae 3.8. Psalm 25.8. Use of Reproof, for the narrow Thoughts we have of the Bounty of God towards us in our afflicted state. 2d. Use of Exhortation, to exhort us to have large Desires and Expectations, suitable to this large Bounty. 3ly. It reproves us for repining under Crosses, sing God puts us in that Condition, of purpose that we may be capable of having the Experience of the Expressions of his Bounty. 5ly, Do not shift a Cross, sing God can by the Expressions of his Bounty, make it both pleasant and profitable. 6ly. Do not obstruct the Expressions of his Bounty by Unbelief, Impenitency, and neglect of Prayer. 7ly. Labour to observe the Expressions of God's Bounty, to confirm your Faith, to excite your Love and Thankfulness. Observe 3ly. That their Expressions of Love Are freely given, Because they exceed and go beyond our Faith, Psalm 31.21. 2ly. They go beyond our Merit, Saiah 57.18. God will deliver us even when we Are guilty of Treachery towards him, Jer. 3.20, 21. This Teaches us Humility and confidence in Prayer. Observe 4ly. All their Expressions of Bounty Are given with christ, which holds out, that if we have an Interest in him, we have an Interest also in all these:
and not upon the account of ours Observe 5ly. The Apostles manner of Expressio• shewing Gods readiness to supply the need of his af•cted People on Christs account, in these Words, He shall be not with him freely give us all things, imports, th• crossed Saints should have no doubt of Gods read•ness to supply their Wants;
and not upon the account of ours Observe 5ly. The Apostles manner of Expressio• showing God's readiness to supply the need of his af•cted People on Christ account, in these Words, He shall be not with him freely give us all things, imports, th• crossed Saints should have no doubt of God's read•ness to supply their Wants;
This appears from 〈 ◊ 〉 Faithfulness in keeping Promises. 2ly. The U•changeableness of the goodness of his Nature. 3l• From his tender Sympathy towards his People 〈 ◊ 〉 their afflicted condition, In all their afflict•on he was afflicted, Isa. 63 9. 4ly. It appears f•• the great love that was vented in procureing them Saviour.
This appears from 〈 ◊ 〉 Faithfulness in keeping Promises. 2ly. The U•changeableness of the Goodness of his Nature. 3l• From his tender sympathy towards his People 〈 ◊ 〉 their afflicted condition, In all their afflict•on he was afflicted, Isaiah 63 9. 4ly. It appears f•• the great love that was vented in procuring them Saviour.
This would make us love our God, and comply with our Duty and Cross, notwithstanding o• Cross were against our Natural Humour v• farr. Observe 6ly. That Gods giving up of Christ 〈 ◊ 〉 Death, is a great Confirmation of the Fathers L• to us.
This would make us love our God, and comply with our Duty and Cross, notwithstanding o• Cross were against our Natural Humour v• Far. Observe 6ly. That God's giving up of christ 〈 ◊ 〉 Death, is a great Confirmation of the Father's L• to us.
In speaking to this, I shall clear first, in w••• sense it is, the Father did not spare his Son. 2ly. W• he is called his own Son. 3ly. In what sense it 〈 ◊ 〉 said, that he delivered him up to Death.
In speaking to this, I shall clear First, in w••• sense it is, the Father did not spare his Son. 2ly. W• he is called his own Son. 3ly. In what sense it 〈 ◊ 〉 said, that he Delivered him up to Death.
For the First, The Father is said not to spare t••• Son, to hold out that our Salvation was so dear 〈 ◊ 〉 him, that rather than it were not brought about, it was content to expose his Son to a state of Hum•ation for us;
For the First, The Father is said not to spare t••• Son, to hold out that our Salvation was so dear 〈 ◊ 〉 him, that rather than it were not brought about, it was content to expose his Son to a state of Hum•ation for us;
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If Love made him part with he Son for us, it saith, that there is nothing so dear to us, that we should not part with, to testify our Love to him. 2ly.
If Love made him part with he Son for us, it Says, that there is nothing so dear to us, that we should not part with, to testify our Love to him. 2ly.
He is said not to spare him, because after he had undertaken to be our Soverty, Justice exacted all the Penalty of him for the breach of the Covenant of Works,
He is said not to spare him, Because After he had undertaken to be our Soverty, justice exacted all the Penalty of him for the breach of the Covenant of Works,
when Christ dyed, he said, It was finished, Jo. 19.30. He suffered in his Soul, Body, and Name, The Lord withdrew his sensible Comfort from him, at appears by his crying My God why hath thou forsaken me, Devils vexed him, Men mocked him; From this, See 1st.
when christ died, he said, It was finished, John 19.30. He suffered in his Soul, Body, and Name, The Lord withdrew his sensible Comfort from him, At appears by his crying My God why hath thou forsaken me, Devils vexed him, Men mocked him; From this, See 1st.
and in the view of many. 3ly. Consider the trouble of his mind, Jo. 12.27. It puts him to that, what shall I say, He was exceeding sorrowful, Matth. 26 38. 4ly Consider his Prayers for relief;
and in the view of many. 3ly. Consider the trouble of his mind, John 12.27. It puts him to that, what shall I say, He was exceeding sorrowful, Matthew 26 38. 4ly Consider his Prayers for relief;
Consider his Prayers, the fervour of them, Luke 22.44 The frequency and shortness of them, and that he desired the Disciples to watch and pray with him:
Consider his Prayers, the fervour of them, Lycia 22.44 The frequency and shortness of them, and that he desired the Disciples to watch and pray with him:
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all that says, that he was sore put to it, 6ly. Consider that he stood in need of the confirmation of an Angel, Luke 22.43. 7th. The prophetical Expressions of the old Testament about his Sufferings says, he was in great Extremity, his being bruised, pouring out his Soul to Death, Isai. 53. His Heart being poured out like Water, Psal. 22. That says he behooved to be in great Extremity.
all that Says, that he was soar put to it, 6ly. Consider that he stood in need of the confirmation of an Angel, Lycia 22.43. 7th. The prophetical Expressions of the old Testament about his Sufferings Says, he was in great Extremity, his being Bruised, pouring out his Soul to Death, Isaiah 53. His Heart being poured out like Water, Psalm 22. That Says he behooved to be in great Extremity.
then they are to bear no portion of vindictive Wrath themselves. 4•. if Justice spared not him, it will not spare others, that have no Interest in his Suffering The Wicked and Unbelievers may expect the exact accomplishment of the Threatning. 5ly. Believen may venture on his Satisfaction. 6ly. Be affected with Sin, that procured this Extremity of Suffering. But 2ly. He is said to be his own proper peculiar Son, Jo. 10.34 1 Jo. 4.10. Jo. 1.8. Gal 4.4.
then they Are to bear no portion of vindictive Wrath themselves. 4•. if justice spared not him, it will not spare Others, that have no Interest in his Suffering The Wicked and Unbelievers may expect the exact accomplishment of the Threatening. 5ly. Believen may venture on his Satisfaction. 6ly. Be affected with since, that procured this Extremity of Suffering. But 2ly. He is said to be his own proper peculiar Son, John 10.34 1 John 4.10. John 1.8. Gall 4.4.
And this was a great Expression of the Fathers Love, If ye consider that he was the Object of his Fathers Eternal Love, Prov. 8. 2ly. In that he gave up his own Son, He testified by this his design, to bring up his People to the Honourable state of Adoption.
And this was a great Expression of the Father's Love, If you Consider that he was the Object of his Father's Eternal Love, Curae 8. 2ly. In that he gave up his own Son, He testified by this his Design, to bring up his People to the Honourable state of Adoption.
for no other was capable of the Work of Mediation but he, He had only Personal Dignity to make his Sacrifice of Value, He only had the Spirit to apply the purchases of that Sacrifice. 3ly.
for no other was capable of the Work of Mediation but he, He had only Personal Dignity to make his Sacrifice of Valve, He only had the Spirit to apply the purchases of that Sacrifice. 3ly.
And that Providence had the main hand in Christs Sufferings. Appears 1st. In that he suffered not till the appointed time came, notwithstanding all his Enemies Malice:
And that Providence had the main hand in Christ Sufferings. Appears 1st. In that he suffered not till the appointed time Come, notwithstanding all his Enemies Malice:
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The Scripture saith no man laid hands on him, for his hour was not yet come. 2ly. Scripture-Prophecy about them tells us, that Providence ordered them. 3•. Christs foreknowledge of them, Jo. 18.4. 4ly. Enemies being limited that they could not do all they would, Jo. 19 36. And Christ himself acknowledges this, Jo. 18.11.
The Scripture Says no man laid hands on him, for his hour was not yet come. 2ly. Scripture-Prophecy about them tells us, that Providence ordered them. 3•. Christ foreknowledge of them, John 18.4. 4ly. Enemies being limited that they could not do all they would, John 19 36. And christ himself acknowledges this, John 18.11.
And this was the reason, why Christ betook himself to Prayer under the Cross. Use 1st. I• the Father was the main deliverer of him up to Death, see here the great intended end of Christs Suffering, was satisfaction to his Justice;
And this was the reason, why christ betook himself to Prayer under the Cross. Use 1st. I• the Father was the main deliverer of him up to Death, see Here the great intended end of Christ Suffering, was satisfaction to his justice;
We see, that Justice may inflict punishment by Instruments, for Guilt, whether imputed or following upon personal Transgression, it was Justice delivered him up to Death,
We see, that justice may inflict punishment by Instruments, for Gilded, whither imputed or following upon personal Transgression, it was justice Delivered him up to Death,
Since the Father delivered him to Death out of Love to us for our Salvation, there is no cause to stumble at this Providence, or strengthen Atheism thereby;
Since the Father Delivered him to Death out of Love to us for our Salvation, there is no cause to Stumble At this Providence, or strengthen Atheism thereby;
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if Christs Sufferings were ordered by the Fathers Providence, then all the Sufferings of his People must be ordered by the same providence. 5ly, We see in this Providence Gods Hand Christs Hand,
if Christ Sufferings were ordered by the Father's Providence, then all the Sufferings of his People must be ordered by the same providence. 5ly, We see in this Providence God's Hand Christ Hand,
Now if ye would consider the Apostles reasoning hence, To confirm the People of God in his Love, it is very strong. 1st. Considering who he was, he was his own Son. 2ly. To what be was delivered, it was up to Death. And 3ly.
Now if you would Consider the Apostles reasoning hence, To confirm the People of God in his Love, it is very strong. 1st. Considering who he was, he was his own Son. 2ly. To what be was Delivered, it was up to Death. And 3ly.
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If you consider for whom, for Us, Worthless Sinful Creatures: All that makes it a High expression of Love. Use 1st. To reprove those amongst Believers that doubts of his Love: For 1st.
If you Consider for whom, for Us, Worthless Sinful Creatures: All that makes it a High expression of Love. Use 1st. To reprove those among Believers that doubts of his Love: For 1st.
and for his supplys of Grace under the Cross, and how necessary it is for us. 2ly. Some doubt of his Love, because they want Gifts, but alas Gods great Gift, is Christ to save;
and for his supplies of Grace under the Cross, and how necessary it is for us. 2ly. some doubt of his Love, Because they want Gifts, but alas God's great Gift, is christ to save;
To press the believing of this Love, Consider 1st. It makes you Love him. 2ly. It will make you construct well of his dealing, Charity thinketh no Evil. 3ly. It will make you very thankful for Mercies;
To press the believing of this Love, Consider 1st. It makes you Love him. 2ly. It will make you construct well of his dealing, Charity Thinketh not Evil. 3ly. It will make you very thankful for mercies;
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If thou believe his Love, thou will not be feared for the Aspect of an coming Cross, Psal. 56 4. Use 2d, Of Exhortation, Love the Father of our Lord Jesus, and express your Love. 1st. By Obedience. 2ly. By loving his spiritual presence in his Ordinances, see Psal. 27.4. His Presence was Davids, One Thing. 3ly. By Loving them that are his, Psal. 16. My Goodness extends not to thee, but to the Saints. 4ly. Let your heart be warmed with Love to God under the Rod, Heb. 12.9. 5ly. Grieve, For others and your own offending him. 6ly.
If thou believe his Love, thou will not be feared for the Aspect of an coming Cross, Psalm 56 4. Use 2d, Of Exhortation, Love the Father of our Lord jesus, and express your Love. 1st. By obedience. 2ly. By loving his spiritual presence in his Ordinances, see Psalm 27.4. His Presence was Davids, One Thing. 3ly. By Loving them that Are his, Psalm 16. My goodness extends not to thee, but to the Saints. 4ly. Let your heart be warmed with Love to God under the Rod, Hebrew 12.9. 5ly. Grieve, For Others and your own offending him. 6ly.
Have nothing but what you can give it him, and bestow it for his use, Your Health, Time, Gifts, Friendship in the World, Riches, study how all these may be employed for him, and his Glory. 7ly. L• Love make you willing to part, tho' it were with your Life to Glorify him, seing Christ parted with his for your Salvation.
Have nothing but what you can give it him, and bestow it for his use, Your Health, Time, Gifts, Friendship in the World, Riches, study how all these may be employed for him, and his Glory. 7ly. L• Love make you willing to part, though it were with your Life to glorify him, sing christ parted with his for your Salvation.
As also having spoke• to the compleatness of Justification, as it is an Absolution from any possible charge or clame that c• be given in against us. And 3ly.
As also having spoke• to the completeness of Justification, as it is an Absolution from any possible charge or claim that c• be given in against us. And 3ly.
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and the Tempting Devill. And fin• our Justification is firm in it self, and objectively certain, it were fit we had an subjective certainty of it, that we may the more easily defend our selves against these Challengers.
and the Tempting devil. And fin• our Justification is firm in it self, and objectively certain, it were fit we had an subjective certainty of it, that we may the more Easily defend our selves against these Challengers.
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And for this effect, first we would be truely convinced of sin, Psal. 32.1. 1 Jo. 1.7. People that are either stupid in their Conscience or Extenuaters of their Faults, rarely win to the assurance of their Justification. 2ly.
And for this Effect, First we would be truly convinced of since, Psalm 32.1. 1 John 1.7. People that Are either stupid in their Conscience or Extenuaters of their Faults, rarely win to the assurance of their Justification. 2ly.
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or upon some singular returns of Prayer, or upon some signal external favourable Providence, but we would lay the stress of it upon this, that by Faith we appropriate to our selves the general grant of pardon recorded in the Gospel, 1 Tim. 1.15. 3ly. We would Labour to be of an Evangelical Spirit, and not of an Legal, Phil. 3.10. 4ly. We should study sincerity, Heb. 10.22. The true Heart there is joined with an Heart sprinkled from an Evil Conscience. And 5ly. Make it your work to walk after the Spirit, Rom. 8.1.
or upon Some singular returns of Prayer, or upon Some signal external favourable Providence, but we would lay the stress of it upon this, that by Faith we Appropriate to our selves the general grant of pardon recorded in the Gospel, 1 Tim. 1.15. 3ly. We would Labour to be of an Evangelical Spirit, and not of an Legal, Philip 3.10. 4ly. We should study sincerity, Hebrew 10.22. The true Heart there is joined with an Heart sprinkled from an Evil Conscience. And 5ly. Make it your work to walk After the Spirit, Rom. 8.1.
The Apostle adds two Grounds, upon which he founds the sureness, of our Justification, One is taken from its Author, it is God that justifies, the other is taken from the subjects of this priviledge, the Elect.
The Apostle adds two Grounds, upon which he founds the sureness, of our Justification, One is taken from its Author, it is God that Justifies, the other is taken from the subject's of this privilege, the Elect.
And first consider his Relation that he stands in towards the justified, he is their Ruler by Laws ▪ and their supreme Judge. 2ly. Consider the hand he has to their particular Justification. 1st. His Infinite Wisdom found out the Method of it, 2 Cor. 5.17. 2ly. Christs Resurrection-says he approved it. 3ly.
And First Consider his Relation that he Stands in towards the justified, he is their Ruler by Laws ▪ and their supreme Judge. 2ly. Consider the hand he has to their particular Justification. 1st. His Infinite Wisdom found out the Method of it, 2 Cor. 5.17. 2ly. Christ Resurrection-says he approved it. 3ly.
Verse 34. Who is he that condemneth? It is Christ that dyed, yea rather that is risen again, who is even at the right hand of God, who also maketh intercession for us.
Verse 34. Who is he that Condemneth? It is christ that died, yea rather that is risen again, who is even At the right hand of God, who also makes Intercession for us.
First, Christ is the Judge. 2ly. The Gospel, and not the Law is the Rule of Judgement, Jo. 12.48. 3ly. Consider the qualities of their Pardon, it is total, irrepealable, well confirmed by Christs Death, the Oath and promise of God. 4ly, Look to the satisfaction, on which this Remission is founded:
First, christ is the Judge. 2ly. The Gospel, and not the Law is the Rule of Judgement, John 12.48. 3ly. Consider the qualities of their Pardon, it is total, irrepealable, well confirmed by Christ Death, the Oath and promise of God. 4ly, Look to the satisfaction, on which this Remission is founded:
it is compleat in its Nature, exactly Answering all the comminatory parts in the Law, He exhausted the whole Curse, Gal 3.14, The punishment of all our sin was laid on him, Isa· 53.6. The Expiatory Vertue of the Sacrifice was perfect, Heb· 10.14, & 1.3. 2ly. This Satisfaction was Gods choice, Heb. 10.6. 3ly. God approves of it, Eph. 5.2. This appears by his Resurrection, in setting him at his own right Hand. 4ly. Christ is an •ntercessor ready to vindicate it from all Aspersions of its insufficiency for us, 5ly. The Father declares, that this Satisfaction is ours by Right.
it is complete in its Nature, exactly Answering all the comminatory parts in the Law, He exhausted the Whole Curse, Gall 3.14, The punishment of all our since was laid on him, Isa· 53.6. The Expiatory Virtue of the Sacrifice was perfect, Heb· 10.14, & 1.3. 2ly. This Satisfaction was God's choice, Hebrew 10.6. 3ly. God approves of it, Ephesians 5.2. This appears by his Resurrection, in setting him At his own right Hand. 4ly. christ is an •ntercessor ready to vindicate it from all Aspersions of its insufficiency for us, 5ly. The Father declares, that this Satisfaction is ours by Right.
Use, to reprove the People of God, that have a slavish fear of Condemnation; This arises either from our ignorance of the forementioned Grounds, or our unbelief of them. Or 2ly.
Use, to reprove the People of God, that have a slavish Fear of Condemnation; This arises either from our ignorance of the forementioned Grounds, or our unbelief of them. Or 2ly.
the unconverted Folks are under Law-Wrath, John 3. last, and their contempt of the Gospel brings them more under condemnation, John 3 19 Neither can it be otherways,
the unconverted Folks Are under Law-Wrath, John 3. last, and their contempt of the Gospel brings them more under condemnation, John 3 19 Neither can it be otherways,
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for at 〈 ◊ 〉 only our effectual Calling, that brings us to a fe•lowship with Christs Person, 1 Cor. 1.9. This repro• the unconverted for wanting the fear of Condemnation;
for At 〈 ◊ 〉 only our effectual Calling, that brings us to a fe•lowship with Christ Person, 1 Cor. 1.9. This repro• the unconverted for wanting the Fear of Condemnation;
Directions, how secure People may win to an awakening 1st. They would examine their Life by the Rule of the Law. 2ly. They would be of considering the old Covenant of Works. 3ly. Th• would consider, that not one Word of the Gospel confirms their Security. 4•y.
Directions, how secure People may win to an awakening 1st. They would examine their Life by the Rule of the Law. 2ly. They would be of considering the old Covenant of Works. 3ly. Th• would Consider, that not one Word of the Gospel confirms their Security. 4•y.
The Apostle, in laying down the Grounds upon which Faith triumphs over the fear of Condemnation, holds out these four, Viz. Christs Death, Resurrection, Session at the Right Hand, and Intercession.
The Apostle, in laying down the Grounds upon which Faith Triumphos over the Fear of Condemnation, holds out these four, Viz. Christ Death, Resurrection, Session At the Right Hand, and Intercession.
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It was the Punishment threatned in the Covenant of Works against our sin, and he never having been a transgressor of that Covenant, (for he never personally transgressed it,) neither could Adam 's Transgression be imputed to him,
It was the Punishment threatened in the Covenant of Works against our since, and he never having been a transgressor of that Covenant, (for he never personally transgressed it,) neither could Adam is Transgression be imputed to him,
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This Death may free us of this fear, because he endured the Spiritual Death, threatned in the Old Covenant, he took it off us, and laid it on himself;
This Death may free us of this Fear, Because he endured the Spiritual Death, threatened in the Old Covenant, he took it off us, and laid it on himself;
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he suffered in his Soul also well as in his Body, as Witnesseth the History of his Passion, which shews us that his Father withdrew his Comforts from him,
he suffered in his Soul also well as in his Body, as Witnesseth the History of his Passion, which shows us that his Father withdrew his Comforts from him,
when he cryed out, My God, Why hast thou forsaken me? And likewise it tells us, his Soul was subjected to Trouble, to Soul-Grief, Fear and Agony. 2ly, His Resurrection is a good Ground to secure us against this Fear,
when he cried out, My God, Why hast thou forsaken me? And likewise it tells us, his Soul was subjected to Trouble, to Soul-Grief, fear and Agony. 2ly, His Resurrection is a good Ground to secure us against this fear,
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and a certain Pledge given him of the Father, of his total Victory over all the opposition made to h• Peoples Salvation, Psal. 110.1. Likeas it is a furth• Testimony of the Fathers acquiesceing in that satisfaction he payed to Justice for the sins of his People, Heb. 1.3. 4ly.
and a certain Pledge given him of the Father, of his total Victory over all the opposition made to h• Peoples Salvation, Psalm 110.1. Like as it is a furth• Testimony of the Father's acquiescing in that satisfaction he paid to justice for the Sins of his People, Hebrew 1.3. 4ly.
His Intercession secures us from this fear, because it is a Ground that may sufficiently comfort us, by assureing us of the continuance of our Friendship w•th God,
His Intercession secures us from this Fear, Because it is a Ground that may sufficiently Comfort us, by assuring us of the Continuance of our Friendship w•th God,
But because this Text speaks of the great Articles of our Creed, we would inferr some comfortable Inferences from them: And 1st. From his Death, inferr the greatness of his Love to us, Job ▪ 15.12. 2ly. Inferr the strong Confirmation of the new Covenant, therefor his Blood is called, The Blood of the New Testament, in the Institution of the Sacrament.
But Because this Text speaks of the great Articles of our Creed, we would infer Some comfortable Inferences from them: And 1st. From his Death, infer the greatness of his Love to us, Job ▪ 15.12. 2ly. Infer the strong Confirmation of the new Covenant, Therefore his Blood is called, The Blood of the New Testament, in the Institution of the Sacrament.
And 3ly We see the Truth of the Divine Threatning in the Covenant of Works because he bore the same Punishment for kind, that was threatned in that Covenant. 4ly. We see the care that Christ has to remove the fear of Death from us, Heb. 2.15. 5ly. We may be assured that a living Christ will save us, since he dyed to reconcile us to God, Rom. 5.10. 6ly.
And 3ly We see the Truth of the Divine Threatening in the Covenant of Works Because he boar the same Punishment for kind, that was threatened in that Covenant. 4ly. We see the care that christ has to remove the Fear of Death from us, Hebrew 2.15. 5ly. We may be assured that a living christ will save us, since he died to reconcile us to God, Rom. 5.10. 6ly.
since he dyed to procure the same, Rom. 6.6. 7ly. We see the Fathers good Will to conferr the Covenant-Good on us, since he exposed his Son to Death, to make way for the same.
since he died to procure the same, Rom. 6.6. 7ly. We see the Father's good Will to confer the Covenant-Good on us, since he exposed his Son to Death, to make Way for the same.
From his Resurrection inferr, since it was the first step of his Exaltation, after his self denying Obedience, Phil. 2. We may see from this the Fathers readiness to reward the self-denying Obedience of his People. 2ly. We may see a Confirmation of his being the Son of God from it, Rom: 1.4. 3ly.
From his Resurrection infer, since it was the First step of his Exaltation, After his self denying obedience, Philip 2. We may see from this the Father's readiness to reward the self-denying obedience of his People. 2ly. We may see a Confirmation of his being the Son of God from it, Rom: 1.4. 3ly.
God raised him from the Dead for a vindication from these Calumnies 4ly. We may inferr we have sufficient Ground to expect our Spiritual Life from him, Rom. 6.11. 5ly. We may expect the Resurrection of our Body from him, seing his Resurrection was a Pledge of our Resurrection, 1 Cor. 15.20. & 23. 6ly.
God raised him from the Dead for a vindication from these Calumnies 4ly. We may infer we have sufficient Ground to expect our Spiritual Life from him, Rom. 6.11. 5ly. We may expect the Resurrection of our Body from him, sing his Resurrection was a Pledge of our Resurrection, 1 Cor. 15.20. & 23. 6ly.
because he raised him from the Dead, to give us assurance of his Absolution, as our Soverty, 1 Pet. 1, 21. From Christs Session at the right Hand, inferr 1st. That we should set our Hearts on things above, where he is, Col. 3.1. 2ly. That we should cast the Anchor of our Souls Hope within the Veil, because Christ the Forerunner is there, Heb. 6.20.
Because he raised him from the Dead, to give us assurance of his Absolution, as our Soverty, 1 Pet. 1, 21. From Christ Session At the right Hand, infer 1st. That we should Set our Hearts on things above, where he is, Col. 3.1. 2ly. That we should cast the Anchor of our Souls Hope within the Veil, Because christ the Forerunner is there, Hebrew 6.20.
If he be there, he'ell fetch us to himself, that where he is, there we may be, John 14.2, 3. 3ly. From this we have a further confirming Ground for the answer of a quiet and peaceable Conscience, notwithstanding of sin, 1 Pet. 3 21, 2•. 4ly We may expect for our Consolation, the Mission of the Spirit of God to us, John 16.7. for he goes to Heaven for that end, Acts 2.33. 5ly.
If he be there, he'ell fetch us to himself, that where he is, there we may be, John 14.2, 3. 3ly. From this we have a further confirming Ground for the answer of a quiet and peaceable Conscience, notwithstanding of since, 1 Pet. 3 21, 2•. 4ly We may expect for our Consolation, the Mission of the Spirit of God to us, John 16.7. for he Goes to Heaven for that end, Acts 2.33. 5ly.
We may securely expect that all things will be mannaged for the safety of the Church, seing this Session at the right Hand, includes in it, a Power over all Flesh, that he may possess these h• has given him with Eternal Life, John 17.3. 6ly We need not fear any opposition made to our •alvation, seing the frustration of that is included i• Christs sitting at the right Hand,
We may securely expect that all things will be managed for the safety of the Church, sing this Session At the right Hand, includes in it, a Power over all Flesh, that he may possess these h• has given him with Eternal Life, John 17.3. 6ly We need not Fear any opposition made to our •alvation, sing the frustration of that is included i• Christ sitting At the right Hand,
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since the Fathe• gave him that Session at his Right Hand, as a Pledge of that total Victory over all our Personal Enemie• Psal. 110.1. From Christs Intercession the People of God m• expect that Spiritual Benediction, spoken of Numb. • last verses.
since the Fathe• gave him that Session At his Right Hand, as a Pledge of that total Victory over all our Personal Enemie• Psalm 110.1. From Christ Intercession the People of God m• expect that Spiritual Benediction, spoken of Numb. • last Verses.
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They may expect the Unity, the Preservation from the Evils of the World, and the seven other things prayed for in the 17 of John; The• may expect Grace and Mercy to help in time o• need, Heb 4. They may expect perfect Salvation ▪ Heb. 7.23. They may expect the presenting of ther• imperfect Prayers to God; Rev 8.3. He offers 〈 ◊ 〉 the Incense of the Prayers of the Saints;
They may expect the Unity, the Preservation from the Evils of the World, and the seven other things prayed for in the 17 of John; The• may expect Grace and Mercy to help in time o• need, Hebrew 4. They may expect perfect Salvation ▪ Hebrew 7.23. They may expect the presenting of ther• imperfect Prayers to God; Rev 8.3. He offers 〈 ◊ 〉 the Incense of the Prayers of the Saints;
If 〈 ◊ 〉 consider his Sympathy, Heb. 4, 2ly. Consider, h• is called the High-Priest in the New Testament, inaugurate by Oath, Heb. 7, it is founded upon Bloo• Next, it is founded upon the Promise made to Chris• and the Promise made to us;
If 〈 ◊ 〉 Consider his sympathy, Hebrew 4, 2ly. Consider, h• is called the High-Priest in the New Testament, inaugurate by Oath, Hebrew 7, it is founded upon Bloo• Next, it is founded upon the Promise made to Chris• and the Promise made to us;
for he is the truth of that Levitical Priest, that had the Names of the Twelve Tribes of the Israelites, writen on his Breastplite. 3ly. It is comfortable to those that meet with Satans Temptations, because he prays for such, that their Faith fail them not, Luke 22.23. 4ly. It's comfortable to such as miss the Spirits Presence, John 14.16.
for he is the truth of that Levitical Priest, that had the Names of the Twelve Tribes of the Israelites, written on his Breastplite. 3ly. It is comfortable to those that meet with Satan Temptations, Because he prays for such, that their Faith fail them not, Lycia 22.23. 4ly. It's comfortable to such as miss the Spirits Presence, John 14.16.
Paul was Assured of b• love to him, as the last Verse in the Chapte• sheweth. Observe 1st. here, That the People of God ar• subject to all the Evils here enumerate.
Paul was Assured of b• love to him, as the last Verse in the Chapte• shows. Observe 1st. Here, That the People of God ar• Subject to all the Evils Here enumerate.
And 1• To Tribulation, which is taken for Distempers an• Pressures on the Body; the Reason of it is, 1st. T• humble them under these Notes of Respect, God p• on them, as Hezekiah was, Isa. 38. 2ly. To try the• Patience, Job 2. 3ly. To excite Repentance, Psa• 38. 4ly. To set them to Prayer, Psal. 6. 5ly. T• presignifie their Mortality, and to make the Wor• werch to them. 6ly. That they may have an entire Faith in God, 2 Cor. 1.12.
And 1• To Tribulation, which is taken for Distempers an• Pressures on the Body; the Reason of it is, 1st. T• humble them under these Notes of Respect, God p• on them, as Hezekiah was, Isaiah 38. 2ly. To try the• Patience, Job 2. 3ly. To excite Repentance, Psa• 38. 4ly. To Set them to Prayer, Psalm 6. 5ly. T• presignify their Mortality, and to make the Wor• werch to them. 6ly. That they may have an entire Faith in God, 2 Cor. 1.12.
And Lastly, the God may give them fresh Experiences of his Suppo• and Relle. Ʋse, Improve all the Distempers of your Bodie for these Ends. Observe 2ly.
And Lastly, the God may give them fresh Experiences of his Suppo• and Relle. Ʋse, Improve all the Distempers of your Body for these Ends. Observe 2ly.
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This is done by God, that the Delivery may be seen the more to be of him, see Exo• 14. 2ly. He trystes them with this, to try whether their Faith be grown stronger, or not, with their former Experiences, see that same Text. 3ly. Tha• they may prize their Delivery the more, Hezeki• was opprest with his sickness, and when he undelivered, he could not express the greatness of the Sense he had of it. 4ly. He brings his People to this pass, to try if they rue their former Religion, Hezekiah was tryed;
This is done by God, that the Delivery may be seen the more to be of him, see Exo• 14. 2ly. He trysts them with this, to try whither their Faith be grown Stronger, or not, with their former Experiences, see that same Text. 3ly. Tha• they may prize their Delivery the more, Hezeki• was oppressed with his sickness, and when he undelivered, he could not express the greatness of the Sense he had of it. 4ly. He brings his People to this pass, to try if they rue their former Religion, Hezekiah was tried;
whether he rued his Reformation, by the Assyrian Invasion, 2 Chron. 32.1. 5ly. He does it to make them fervent in Prayer, 2 Chron. 20.12. 6ly. To try their Integrity, whether they shall take unlawful Ways for their Relief, 7ly. This is to make them not to trust in their own Wisdom, but in Gods, 2 Cor. 1, 8 9 And 8ly.
whither he rued his Reformation, by the assyrian Invasion, 2 Chronicles 32.1. 5ly. He does it to make them fervent in Prayer, 2 Chronicles 20.12. 6ly. To try their Integrity, whither they shall take unlawful Ways for their Relief, 7ly. This is to make them not to trust in their own Wisdom, but in God's, 2 Cor. 1, 8 9 And 8ly.
This is done to punish their sin, Isa. 59.10, 11, 12. Observe 3ly. The Saints may meet with Exile or Banishment, the Word here translated, Persecution, may be meant of Expulsion from the Society, whereof they are Members.
This is done to Punish their since, Isaiah 59.10, 11, 12. Observe 3ly. The Saints may meet with Exile or Banishment, the Word Here translated, Persecution, may be meant of Expulsion from the Society, whereof they Are Members.
God trysts them with this, 1st. To awaken their longing after the Ordinances, Psal. 63.8. Psal. 42. 2ly. To punish the Wicked with the want of their Company. 3ly. To convert the Elect where they go, Acts 11.19. Isa. 66 19. 4ly.
God trysts them with this, 1st. To awaken their longing After the Ordinances, Psalm 63.8. Psalm 42. 2ly. To Punish the Wicked with the want of their Company. 3ly. To convert the Elect where they go, Acts 11.19. Isaiah 66 19. 4ly.
To fit them for great Services, by accustoming them to bear hardship, as he did with Moses and David. 5ly To make them to be denyed to their Relations,
To fit them for great Services, by accustoming them to bear hardship, as he did with Moses and David. 5ly To make them to be denied to their Relations,
and for this effect, use your Liberty, and the Company of your Friends edifieingly, that when you are in Exile, you may bear off your Conscience-Challenges for abuse of Mercies. 2ly. Use the World as an strange Place, and make Heaven your Home. 3ly. Labour for Communion with God, that wh• you want the Company of your Friends, you 〈 ◊ 〉 have Gods Company to make it up. 4ly. In t• midst of your Prosperity, acquaint your self with Life of Faith, and Dependence upon God, that wh• ye come to straits, that life may be the more easy • you. 5ly. Acquaint your self with the comfortab• allowances of Gods People under Exile. As 1st.
and for this Effect, use your Liberty, and the Company of your Friends edifieingly, that when you Are in Exile, you may bear off your Conscience-Challenges for abuse of mercies. 2ly. Use the World as an strange Place, and make Heaven your Home. 3ly. Labour for Communion with God, that wh• you want the Company of your Friends, you 〈 ◊ 〉 have God's Company to make it up. 4ly. In t• midst of your Prosperity, acquaint your self with Life of Faith, and Dependence upon God, that wh• you come to straits, that life may be the more easy • you. 5ly. Acquaint your self with the comfortab• allowances of God's People under Exile. As 1st.
H• sanctifies that condition to them, Jer. 24.7. 6ly He renews the sense of their Interest in Gods Covenant-Promise, Gen. 28 And discovers more of th• Secrets of the Covenant of Grace, than at any •ther time:
H• Sanctifies that condition to them, Jer. 24.7. 6ly He renews the sense of their Interest in God's Covenant promise, Gen. 28 And discovers more of th• Secrets of the Covenant of Grace, than At any •ther time:
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See his dealing with the Captives in Ba•lon: and sometimes he gives them a foresight 〈 ◊ 〉 the future State of the Church, as he did to Daniel. Observe 4ly. That Gods People may be trye• with Famine. God does this 1st. To punish Sensuality, Lam: 4.5. 2ly. To humble them, and • prepare them for Plenty, Deut. 8 3, 6. 3ly. To t• their Faith and Integrity, as it was with Christ 〈 ◊ 〉 the Wilderness. 4ly. To depend more upon Providence than to trust what they presently posses• 5ly. That they may have experience of Gods blessing their little.
See his dealing with the Captives in Ba•lon: and sometime he gives them a foresight 〈 ◊ 〉 the future State of the Church, as he did to daniel. Observe 4ly. That God's People may be trye• with Famine. God does this 1st. To Punish Sensuality, Lamb: 4.5. 2ly. To humble them, and • prepare them for Plenty, Deuteronomy 8 3, 6. 3ly. To t• their Faith and Integrity, as it was with christ 〈 ◊ 〉 the Wilderness. 4ly. To depend more upon Providence than to trust what they presently posses• 5ly. That they may have experience of God's blessing their little.
Ʋse. Be comforted under this case, when ye fa• in it. For 1st. Christ was in this case, that he might Sympathize with you. 2ly. This case m• prevent the Snare of Plenty. 3ly. It may be the occasion of some extraordinary Way of Gods providing for you, for it may be an occasion of Gods giving them an experience that he blesses their little. Observe 5ly. They may be tryed with Nakedness, 2 Cor. 11.27. Heb 11.37.
Ʋse. Be comforted under this case, when you fa• in it. For 1st. christ was in this case, that he might Sympathise with you. 2ly. This case m• prevent the Snare of Plenty. 3ly. It may be the occasion of Some extraordinary Way of God's providing for you, for it may be an occasion of God's giving them an experience that he Blesses their little. Observe 5ly. They may be tried with Nakedness, 2 Cor. 11.27. Hebrew 11.37.
And this teacheth you not to be Prodigal, as to cloaths, ye know not what may come. 2ly. The People of God may be comforted under this Lot, because it's not a singular case. 2ly. They have Christs Righteousness to cover their Spiritual Nakedness, and may expect the Garment of Immortality. Observe 6ly. They may meet with Perils, that may put their Life in hazard to be taken away suddenly, 2 Cor. 11.26.
And this Teaches you not to be Prodigal, as to clothes, you know not what may come. 2ly. The People of God may be comforted under this Lot, Because it's not a singular case. 2ly. They have Christ Righteousness to cover their Spiritual Nakedness, and may expect the Garment of Immortality. Observe 6ly. They may meet with Perils, that may put their Life in hazard to be taken away suddenly, 2 Cor. 11.26.
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And this reproves the vulgar, who censures the state of the Godly, upon the account of their meeting with thir Perils, see Acts 28.4. 2ly. It says, the state of the Saints is secure, tho they should suddenly be taken away. 3ly. It bids them prepare for Death, lest they be surprised with it. 4ly. It bids them be thankful for the continuance of their life, seing they are lyable to so many Perils as may take it away.
And this reproves the Vulgar, who censures the state of the Godly, upon the account of their meeting with their Perils, see Acts 28.4. 2ly. It Says, the state of the Saints is secure, though they should suddenly be taken away. 3ly. It bids them prepare for Death, lest they be surprised with it. 4ly. It bids them be thankful for the Continuance of their life, sing they Are liable to so many Perils as may take it away.
In which Words, we may see, 1st. That the recorded Persecution of the Saints in Scripture, is ▪ great comfort to the Saints when they are persecute 2ly.
In which Words, we may see, 1st. That the recorded Persecution of the Saints in Scripture, is ▪ great Comfort to the Saints when they Are persecute 2ly.
Rev. 11. 2ly They persecute them, because they oppose their wicked political Designs, as Jeroboam persecute Amos. God permits this, that Persecutors should kil• them, to the End, that Persecutors their Enmity should be better discovered,
Rev. 11. 2ly They persecute them, Because they oppose their wicked political Designs, as Jeroboam persecute Amos. God permits this, that Persecutors should kil• them, to the End, that Persecutors their Enmity should be better discovered,
Ʋse, Since this is caseable, Gods People would be comforted under this Providence, by these Grounds 1st. It is an honour, that they are to co-witness with Christ to the Truth. 2ly. Truth will receive no Damnage by this, it's more cleared and confirmed;
Ʋse, Since this is caseable, God's People would be comforted under this Providence, by these Grounds 1st. It is an honour, that they Are to co-witness with christ to the Truth. 2ly. Truth will receive no Damage by this, it's more cleared and confirmed;
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That Persecutors Malice is not soon satisfied, the constancy of Saints irritates their Malice, and former Acts of persecution gives the Devil access to hurry them to more,
That Persecutors Malice is not soon satisfied, the constancy of Saints irritates their Malice, and former Acts of persecution gives the devil access to hurry them to more,
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and they foolishly dream, that a continued Persecution will reach their end. 2ly. We see, that God may permit the Persecution to last a long time, for the filling up of the number of his Witnesses. And 3ly.
and they foolishly dream, that a continued Persecution will reach their end. 2ly. We see, that God may permit the Persecution to last a long time, for the filling up of the number of his Witnesses. And 3ly.
Next, It tells us, that Persecutors, when they inflict the greatest Miseries upon the Lords People, they do it with great Contempt, they count them as Sheep for the slaughter.
Next, It tells us, that Persecutors, when they inflict the greatest Misery's upon the lords People, they do it with great Contempt, they count them as Sheep for the slaughter.
Their Power makes them proud. 2ly. The Saints mean condition in the World, makes them contemn them. 3ly. The Pretences they have for the justness of their Persecution makes them think light of them.
Their Power makes them proud. 2ly. The Saints mean condition in the World, makes them contemn them. 3ly. The Pretences they have for the justness of their Persecution makes them think Light of them.
They are strong Temptations to break our Love, because, it's usual with us to judge of Christs Love, by his external favourable Dispensations towards us,
They Are strong Temptations to break our Love, Because, it's usual with us to judge of Christ Love, by his external favourable Dispensations towards us,
Ʋse Is, that we should fortifie our Love to Christ, under these Dispensations of Affliction, because it is much put at, and this may be done by living by Faith,
Ʋse Is, that we should fortify our Love to christ, under these Dispensations of Affliction, Because it is much put At, and this may be done by living by Faith,
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As for the last thing, That over all these Crosses the Saints are more than Conquerours, It will appear if ye consider the Advantage that the Church has in general, of all those Afflictions and Persecutions. 1st.
As for the last thing, That over all these Crosses the Saints Are more than Conquerors, It will appear if you Consider the Advantage that the Church has in general, of all those Afflictions and Persecutions. 1st.
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Because it tends to the Churches purifying from Hypocrites, Ezek. 20• 38 2ly. It contributes to the Churches Unity, Acts 4.32. 3ly, It contributes to the Addition of near Members to the Church. 1 Cor. 16.9. 4ly. Truth is more cleared and confirmed, by the diligence and painfulness of the persecute Members of the Church. 5ly. The Enemies of the Church, are convinced more in these times of Gods owning of the Church, Rev. 3.9 6ly. Persecution makes way many times for the Churches Resurrection, Mic. 4.10. The Reason of this Deliverance is, because God dwells in his Church, Psal. 46.5.
Because it tends to the Churches purifying from Hypocrites, Ezekiel 20• 38 2ly. It contributes to the Churches Unity, Acts 4.32. 3ly, It contributes to the Addition of near Members to the Church. 1 Cor. 16.9. 4ly. Truth is more cleared and confirmed, by the diligence and painfulness of the persecute Members of the Church. 5ly. The Enemies of the Church, Are convinced more in these times of God's owning of the Church, Rev. 3.9 6ly. Persecution makes Way many times for the Churches Resurrection, Mic. 4.10. The Reason of this Deliverance is, Because God dwells in his Church, Psalm 46.5.
The Bush was not burnt, because God dwelt in it, Exod 6. Ʋse, This may satisfie us as to that Providence of God, in putting his Church under Persecution. 2ly. It reproves them that repine at this Providence, and scarr at it. But 2ly. Private Christians are more than Conquerours in their Persecutions;
The Bush was not burned, Because God dwelled in it, Exod 6. Ʋse, This may satisfy us as to that Providence of God, in putting his Church under Persecution. 2ly. It reproves them that repine At this Providence, and scarr At it. But 2ly. Private Christians Are more than Conquerors in their Persecutions;
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if ye look to the Advantage they meet with under that Dispensation. As 1st. They are more purged from sin, Dan 10.35. Isa. 4.4. Their Faith is more established in the Doctrine of the Gospel, Acts 2.42.
if you look to the Advantage they meet with under that Dispensation. As 1st. They Are more purged from since, Dan 10.35. Isaiah 4.4. Their Faith is more established in the Doctrine of the Gospel, Acts 2.42.
As their Advantage is greater, so Satan is much disappointed of his intendment by Persecution, whereby he intends to ruine the People of Gods Faith, but that fails him;
As their Advantage is greater, so Satan is much disappointed of his intendment by Persecution, whereby he intends to ruin the People of God's Faith, but that fails him;
and no wonder because of the greatness of their Afflictions, that they are without Interruption, and of long continuance and without the appearance of an outgate, Isai. 42.27.
and no wonder Because of the greatness of their Afflictions, that they Are without Interruption, and of long Continuance and without the appearance of an outgate, Isaiah 42.27.
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therefore called Temptations, they are such Crosses as readily we would never choise therefore our Self-denyal is most tryed with them where there is an conquest, there there hath been a contest.
Therefore called Temptations, they Are such Crosses as readily we would never choice Therefore our Self-denial is most tried with them where there is an conquest, there there hath been a contest.
This tells us, that the Christians Life is not idle, but a fighting Life under the Cross, it is much to the Christian to overcome his Unbelief Impenitence, Selfishness. Use 2d.
This tells us, that the Christians Life is not idle, but a fighting Life under the Cross, it is much to the Christian to overcome his Unbelief Impenitence, Selfishness. Use 2d.
Of Consolation, Albeit the Christian hath his own difficulty in this Fight, yet he is more than a Conquerour, that is, his Victory is not dubious, but manifest;
Of Consolation, Albeit the Christian hath his own difficulty in this Fight, yet he is more than a Conqueror, that is, his Victory is not dubious, but manifest;
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but common to him with others, see Verse last, He proposes I say this perswasion of Gods Love in its constancy, to clear, that Believers need not fear the want of Assistance to make them overcome all their Tribulation;
but Common to him with Others, see Verse last, He proposes I say this persuasion of God's Love in its constancy, to clear, that Believers need not Fear the want of Assistance to make them overcome all their Tribulation;
How Gods People may come by this persuasion. First, He does perswade them, by giving them a Spirit of Filial Prayer. v. 15.16. 2ly. By enableing them to apply the promises, Eph. 1.13. 3ly By letting them see, that Christ dyed for them in particular. Rom. 5.8. 4ly. By assureing them of through-bearing Grace, 1 Tim. 4.18. 2 Tim 4 12 see the Text. 5ly. By perswading them of the pardon of their Sin, Psal. 22.5. Hosea 14.4.
How God's People may come by this persuasion. First, He does persuade them, by giving them a Spirit of Filial Prayer. v. 15.16. 2ly. By enabling them to apply the promises, Ephesians 1.13. 3ly By letting them see, that christ died for them in particular. Rom. 5.8. 4ly. By assuring them of through-bearing Grace, 1 Tim. 4.18. 2 Tim 4 12 see the Text. 5ly. By persuading them of the pardon of their since, Psalm 22.5. Hosea 14.4.
And 6ly By discovering the reality of their Grace, under its great Tryals And 7ly. By leting them see their Election and their Effectual Calling. 2ly.
And 6ly By discovering the reality of their Grace, under its great Trials And 7ly. By letting them see their Election and their Effectual Calling. 2ly.
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and the Sins of others, Dan. 9. This is to keep them from fainting, and to perswade them their Humiliation is accepted of God. A 2d. time is at their Conversion, Eph. 1, 13. And this is to engage them to the way of God, finding it sweet and to comfort them under the mean measures of their Mortification.
and the Sins of Others, Dan. 9. This is to keep them from fainting, and to persuade them their Humiliation is accepted of God. A 2d. time is At their Conversion, Ephesians 1, 13. And this is to engage them to the Way of God, finding it sweet and to Comfort them under the mean measures of their Mortification.
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Because their Faith cannot be kept up under the External Promise, as David 's Faith could not be kept up by the Promise made by Nathan. A 4th, Time is,
Because their Faith cannot be kept up under the External Promise, as David is Faith could not be kept up by the Promise made by Nathan. A 4th, Time is,
When he is about to let the Devil loose to Tempt them, Matth. 3. last, Compared with 4 1. and 2. An 8th. Time is, When they pursue it earnestly, by extraordinary Diligence.
When he is about to let the devil lose to Tempt them, Matthew 3. last, Compared with 4 1. and 2. an 8th. Time is, When they pursue it earnestly, by extraordinary Diligence.
Directions, How to come at it, are. 1st. Labour for Sincerity, Psal. 36.10. 2ly. Entertain the motions of the Spirit, and give them ready Obedience, Rev. 3.20. 3ly. Be tender of your walk from Love to God. Jo. 14.21. 4ly. Be much in Loving your Bretheren, Jo. 15.10.12. 5ly. Beware of Declining, Jude 20.21. 6ly. Be much in Exercising Grace. Cant. 5, 1. 7ly. Beware of hardness of Heart, Isai. 65.14. Beware of deadness of Spirit, Psal: 85.5 6. Beware of Graces decay, and Corruptions grouth, Isai: 66.6.
Directions, How to come At it, Are. 1st. Labour for Sincerity, Psalm 36.10. 2ly. Entertain the motions of the Spirit, and give them ready obedience, Rev. 3.20. 3ly. Be tender of your walk from Love to God. John 14.21. 4ly. Be much in Loving your Brethren, John 15.10.12. 5ly. Beware of Declining, U^de 20.21. 6ly. Be much in Exercising Grace. Cant 5, 1. 7ly. Beware of hardness of Heart, Isaiah 65.14. Beware of deadness of Spirit, Psalm: 85.5 6. Beware of Graces decay, and Corruptions grouth, Isaiah: 66.6.
we cannot with confidence and courage look to the Obstructions that ly in the way of our Salvation, See the Text. Without it we cannot serve God from Love,
we cannot with confidence and courage look to the Obstructions that lie in the Way of our Salvation, See the Text. Without it we cannot serve God from Love,
where we see that the beloved Believer must go through Deaths Tryal. 2ly. When it is so, he is tempted to doubt of the Love of God. 3ly: Tho he be tempted to doubt of Gods Love, he should be confident of it, notwithstanding of Death. For 1st. They must go through Death, for hereby he will try their Faith of an other Life, by puting this Veil of Death 'twixt it and us. 2ly: To conform them to Christ, who by Death entered to Life. 3ly.
where we see that the Beloved Believer must go through Death's Trial. 2ly. When it is so, he is tempted to doubt of the Love of God. 3ly: Though he be tempted to doubt of God's Love, he should be confident of it, notwithstanding of Death. For 1st. They must go through Death, for hereby he will try their Faith of an other Life, by putting this Veil of Death betwixt it and us. 2ly: To conform them to christ, who by Death entered to Life. 3ly.
He will keep Election and Reprobation as a secret in this life. 4ly, To testifies his Displeasure at Original Sin, Rom, 8, 11. And becau• Death here is meant of Death inflicted by persecut• on,
He will keep Election and Reprobation as a secret in this life. 4ly, To Testifies his Displeasure At Original since, Rom, 8, 11. And becau• Death Here is meant of Death inflicted by persecut• on,
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and for this effect labour first for Self-denyal, Luke 14, 26. 2ly. Labo• for Sobriety, that with ease ye may part with th• Worlds Contentments. 3ly. Labour for a Heavenly life, that ye may be willing to dye, that 〈 ◊ 〉 may get more of it. 4ly, Labour to be wearied 〈 ◊ 〉 a Body of Death, Rom: 7, last. 5ly.
and for this Effect labour First for Self-denial, Lycia 14, 26. 2ly. Labo• for Sobriety, that with ease you may part with th• World's Contentment's. 3ly. Labour for a Heavenly life, that you may be willing to die, that 〈 ◊ 〉 may get more of it. 4ly, Labour to be wearied 〈 ◊ 〉 a Body of Death, Rom: 7, last. 5ly.
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It being the dissolution of Nature, and a parting with our dearest Enjoyments. 2ly, It appears to have something of God• displeasure engraven on it, Isai: 38. 3ly, It's a separation from Communion with God by Ordinances, ibid, v, 11. 4ly, It's attended with the clearest conviction of guilt,
It being the dissolution of Nature, and a parting with our dearest Enjoyments. 2ly, It appears to have something of God• displeasure engraven on it, Isaiah: 38. 3ly, It's a separation from Communion with God by Ordinances, Ibid, v, 11. 4ly, It's attended with the Clearest conviction of guilt,
And for this effect, first remember the experience of Gods goodness to thee in thy life, Psal: 23. 2ly, Consider, that tho thou dye, thou may have fellowship and Communion with God,
And for this Effect, First Remember the experience of God's Goodness to thee in thy life, Psalm: 23. 2ly, Consider, that though thou die, thou may have fellowship and Communion with God,
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and more after then before, Phil 1, 23, 2 Cor: 5.8. 3ly, Consider the goodness of that God, that hath the keeping of thy Soul, he is Faithful ▪ 1 Pet. 4, last And a powerful Keeper, 2 Tim: 1, 12. 4•y, Consider God is present with his People at Death, Psal: 23. 5ly, Take up Death as the Scripture represents it,
and more After then before, Philip 1, 23, 2 Cor: 5.8. 3ly, Consider the Goodness of that God, that hath the keeping of thy Soul, he is Faithful ▪ 1 Pet. 4, last And a powerful Keeper, 2 Tim: 1, 12. 4•y, Consider God is present with his People At Death, Psalm: 23. 5ly, Take up Death as the Scripture represents it,
as Hezekia had, for ye cannot have the Testimony of Perfection. 7ly, Ly not under unrepented Guilt. 8ly, Labour for the Earnest of the Spirit, that it may be a pledge of your Immortality 1 Cor. 5, 5. 9ly, Be not diffident of Divine Providence,
as Hezekiah had, for you cannot have the Testimony of Perfection. 7ly, Lie not under unrepented Gilded. 8ly, Labour for the Earnest of the Spirit, that it may be a pledge of your Immortality 1 Cor. 5, 5. 9ly, Be not diffident of Divine Providence,
The next Evil that the Apostle Enumerates, As that which threatens to separate him from the love of God, is Life, which is taken here for all the Contentments of this present Life;
The next Evil that the Apostle Enumerates, As that which threatens to separate him from the love of God, is Life, which is taken Here for all the Contentment's of this present Life;
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And this suppose that these Contentments are Temptations to aliena• us from God, and so to separate us from his Love 2ly, We see the Lords People are sufficiently fu•nished against that Temptation of the Contentment of this life,
And this suppose that these Contentment's Are Temptations to aliena• us from God, and so to separate us from his Love 2ly, We see the lords People Are sufficiently fu•nished against that Temptation of the Contentment of this life,
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for we see the Apostle is very confiden• that they will not have Power to make God alter• love from them, That is, they will not have Power• alienate them from God.
for we see the Apostle is very confiden• that they will not have Power to make God alter• love from them, That is, they will not have Power• alienate them from God.
And first, In that the Apostle ranks this in the second place, It tells us, That the Apostle suppose it's a great difficulty to overcome the Temptation of the Contentments of this life;
And First, In that the Apostle ranks this in the second place, It tells us, That the Apostle suppose it's a great difficulty to overcome the Temptation of the Contentment's of this life;
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And this will appear to be true, if ye consider, th• these Contentments have a sensible present certainty, which makes us prefer them to the thing of another life, which are to come,
And this will appear to be true, if you Consider, th• these Contentment's have a sensible present certainty, which makes us prefer them to the thing of Another life, which Are to come,
as appears by our trying them after disappointments, Solomon tryed Wisdom again and again, Eccl. 2, 12, Our desire that Happiness should be in them, makes us hardly believe that it is not in them. 6ly, The Contentments of this life are very various;
as appears by our trying them After disappointments, Solomon tried Wisdom again and again, Ecclesiastes 2, 12, Our desire that Happiness should be in them, makes us hardly believe that it is not in them. 6ly, The Contentment's of this life Are very various;
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and our deceitful heart, tho we have experience of the emptiness of some, yet it bids is try others, this made Solomon turn himself from one thing to another. 7ly, There are many Folks that are drawen away with the Contentments of this life,
and our deceitful heart, though we have experience of the emptiness of Some, yet it bids is try Others, this made Solomon turn himself from one thing to Another. 7ly, There Are many Folks that Are drawn away with the Contentment's of this life,
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The heart of Man must be defended by spiritual Enjoyments against this snare, and many times the Christian lyes out of these, partly through Gods Desertions,
The heart of Man must be defended by spiritual Enjoyments against this snare, and many times the Christian lies out of these, partly through God's Desertions,
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and partly through his own Sin, Mis-belief, Laziness, and unconstant pursuit of them. Use, Wonder not then that this temptation carries so many away with it. 2ly. It says to the Rich, that they should be afraid, for they are in the midst of Temptation, 3ly.
and partly through his own since, Misbelief, Laziness, and unconstant pursuit of them. Use, Wonder not then that this temptation carries so many away with it. 2ly. It Says to the Rich, that they should be afraid, for they Are in the midst of Temptation, 3ly.
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It says to the Poor, that they should be Content with their Poverty, because they want the temptation, and not to repine. 4ly. It exhorts all to be sober-Minded, and those that stand under this Temptation to be humble, seing it is so dangerous. 5ly. Seing it is a Temptation that is so hardly overcome, we would try whether we be overcome by it or not. And 1st. We must try, whether we make use of these Contentments to satisfy our heart under want of Communion with God. 2ly.
It Says to the Poor, that they should be Content with their Poverty, Because they want the temptation, and not to repine. 4ly. It exhorts all to be sober-Minded, and those that stand under this Temptation to be humble, sing it is so dangerous. 5ly. Sing it is a Temptation that is so hardly overcome, we would try whither we be overcome by it or not. And 1st. We must try, whither we make use of these Contentment's to satisfy our heart under want of Communion with God. 2ly.
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Whether we use them as helps to serve God, or rather as fewel to our Lusts. Observe 2ly. That God has provided sufficient security against the temptation of the Worlds Contentments: As appears 1st.
Whither we use them as helps to serve God, or rather as fuel to our Lusts. Observe 2ly. That God has provided sufficient security against the temptation of the World's Contentment's: As appears 1st.
If ye consider, that he has clearly revealed a Heaven, and an other Life, and has given them the security of a promise for it, Heb 11, 13. 2ly, He has given them the first fruits of the Spirit to make these tasteless to them, Psal. 4, 7. 3ly Ordinarly he keeps them from this Temptation• either by denying them these Contentments,
If you Consider, that he has clearly revealed a Heaven, and an other Life, and has given them the security of a promise for it, Hebrew 11, 13. 2ly, He has given them the First fruits of the Spirit to make these tasteless to them, Psalm 4, 7. 3ly Ordinarily he keeps them from this Temptation• either by denying them these Contentment's,
or some sad grieving cross, that sticks to them, that makes their other Contentments wersh. 3ly, Some fear of the inconstancy of their Lot as Job had, Job: 3, 26. Or lastly, He sets up a Light in the Mind, that discovers the Vanity of all these Contentments to them.
or Some sad grieving cross, that sticks to them, that makes their other Contentment's wersh. 3ly, some Fear of the inconstancy of their Lot as Job had, Job: 3, 26. Or lastly, He sets up a Light in the Mind, that discovers the Vanity of all these Contentment's to them.
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Use, this tells us, that when the People of God are overcome with this Temptation in less or more, they may blame themselves and not him. 2ly. It says that we should be thanful to God for these things, that he gives us as securities against this temptation:
Use, this tells us, that when the People of God Are overcome with this Temptation in less or more, they may blame themselves and not him. 2ly. It Says that we should be thankful to God for these things, that he gives us as securities against this temptation:
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And for this effect, build up your selves in the Faith of the Truth of the Gospel. 2ly: Meditate much on the Excellency of the Good therein offered. 3ly. Consider much the vanity of all these Enjoyments, Consider their unsuitableness, emptiness, and inconstancy, and how frequently ye have met with Disappointments from them. 4ly. Be busie at your Duty, that ye may not be ensnared by Idleness. 5ly. Take head to your Heart, in the very first pursueing of these Contentments, that it be not over eager;
And for this Effect, built up your selves in the Faith of the Truth of the Gospel. 2ly: Meditate much on the Excellency of the Good therein offered. 3ly. Consider much the vanity of all these Enjoyments, Consider their unsuitableness, emptiness, and inconstancy, and how frequently you have met with Disappointments from them. 4ly. Be busy At your Duty, that you may not be Ensnared by Idleness. 5ly. Take head to your Heart, in the very First pursuing of these Contentment's, that it be not over eager;
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Motives to perswade to the use of these Directions. Are 1st. The Eager pursuit of the Worlds Contentments loses our Time, and makes us neglect our Duty. 2ly. It is an Sin, that breaks our peace with God. 3ly.
Motives to persuade to the use of these Directions. are 1st. The Eager pursuit of the World's Contentment's loses our Time, and makes us neglect our Duty. 2ly. It is an since, that breaks our peace with God. 3ly.
For we may suppose things, that will never be to clear an Truth, Gal. 1, 8. By Principalities and Powers, are there meant Devils, Eph. 6, 12. Col. 2, 5. Called so,
For we may suppose things, that will never be to clear an Truth, Gal. 1, 8. By Principalities and Powers, Are there meant Devils, Ephesians 6, 12. Col. 2, 5. Called so,
for certainly there are some of them more Mighty and Wicked then other Matth. 12, 45. We may observe here that the Devils are gre• Enemies to our Salvation, and endeavour to separate us from Gods Love.
for Certainly there Are Some of them more Mighty and Wicked then other Matthew 12, 45. We may observe Here that the Devils Are gre• Enemies to our Salvation, and endeavour to separate us from God's Love.
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The Devils Enmity against 〈 ◊ 〉 appears, In the Bodily Possession of the Saints, he possessing of Mary-Magdalen, Luke. 13, 16. And his drawing some of them to Compacts with himself 2 Chron. 33, 6. Next, it appears by his Accusations of them to God, Job 1, Zech. 2, 1, 2. As also by his Accusations of them to themselves, Luke 22, 31 ▪ 2 Cor. 2, 7, 11. And his Accusations of them to their Neighbours, it was he that filled the Hearts of Job• Friends with Surmises of his Hypocrisy,
The Devils Enmity against 〈 ◊ 〉 appears, In the Bodily Possession of the Saints, he possessing of Mary-Magdalen, Luke. 13, 16. And his drawing Some of them to Compacts with himself 2 Chronicles 33, 6. Next, it appears by his Accusations of them to God, Job 1, Zechariah 2, 1, 2. As also by his Accusations of them to themselves, Lycia 22, 31 ▪ 2 Cor. 2, 7, 11. And his Accusations of them to their Neighbours, it was he that filled the Hearts of Job• Friends with Surmises of his Hypocrisy,
His Enmity appears by his wronging their Goods, as in the instance of Job; it appears by his tempting them to Sin. And that these Temptations come from him,
His Enmity appears by his wronging their Goods, as in the instance of Job; it appears by his tempting them to Sin. And that these Temptations come from him,
And First, I shall hold out the subtilty of them, and that in these Three. 1st. His Subtilty appears in the timeing of them. 2ly. In the manner of their Conveyance. 3ly. In the External Baites, he holds out; to make them forceible.
And First, I shall hold out the subtlety of them, and that in these Three. 1st. His Subtlety appears in the timing of them. 2ly. In the manner of their Conveyance. 3ly. In the External Baits, he holds out; to make them forcible.
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His Subtility appears as to the manner of the Conveyance. 1st, If ye consider the Instruments he makes use of to tempt us, They are persons either that we love entirely, as our nearest Relations;
His Subtility appears as to the manner of the Conveyance. 1st, If you Consider the Instruments he makes use of to tempt us, They Are Persons either that we love entirely, as our nearest Relations;
as he tempted the Corinthians to Rigour, against the Incestuous Person under colour of Zeal, 2 Cor. 2 11. 3ly, He tempts them to great Sins, upon the account, that the matter of the Action is indifferent,
as he tempted the Corinthians to Rigour, against the Incestuous Person under colour of Zeal, 2 Cor. 2 11. 3ly, He tempts them to great Sins, upon the account, that the matter of the Actium is indifferent,
Thirdly, From the nature of the Temptation, his Subtilty appears. As 1st. He sends these Temptations on us, as have the advantage of the Lot that we are under;
Thirdly, From the nature of the Temptation, his Subtlety appears. As 1st. He sends these Temptations on us, as have the advantage of the Lot that we Are under;
he tempts the Ambitious with Honour, and the sensual man with sensual pleasure 3ly. His Subtilty appears, in that he tempts People to lesser Sins First, And then to greater;
he tempts the Ambitious with Honour, and the sensual man with sensual pleasure 3ly. His Subtlety appears, in that he tempts People to lesser Sins First, And then to greater;
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gradually to bring them to a defection, and e're he bring the People of God to Commissions, he will tempt them to omission of Duty. 4ly, His great Subtilty appears in this, that he frames his Temptations to make them misbelieve Threatnings, that he may draw them to the actual contempt of Gods Law; This he did with Eva.
gradually to bring them to a defection, and ever he bring the People of God to Commissions, he will tempt them to omission of Duty. 4ly, His great Subtlety appears in this, that he frames his Temptations to make them misbelieve Threatenings, that he may draw them to the actual contempt of God's Law; This he did with Eve.
Use is, If Satan be so subtile, we would labour to be in case to resist his Temptations. And 1st. Let Grace never be out of Exercise, Eph. 6.11. 2ly ▪ Be very Watchful, 1 Pet. 5, 8. 3ly. Pray much, Eph. 6, 18 2 Cor. 12, 8. 4ly, Be acquaint with his Devices, 2 Cor. 2, 11. 5ly. Let the Word of God dwell Richly in you, Matth. 4 Eph. 6, 17. 6ly.
Use is, If Satan be so subtle, we would labour to be in case to resist his Temptations. And 1st. Let Grace never be out of Exercise, Ephesians 6.11. 2ly ▪ Be very Watchful, 1 Pet. 5, 8. 3ly. prey much, Ephesians 6, 18 2 Cor. 12, 8. 4ly, Be acquaint with his Devices, 2 Cor. 2, 11. 5ly. Let the Word of God dwell Richly in you, Matthew 4 Ephesians 6, 17. 6ly.
Resist him in the beginning, Ja. 4, 7, 1 Pet. 5, 10. Observe 2ly, That tho Satan in his Temptations be strong and subtile, yet the Christian may be sure of Victory. 1st.
Resist him in the beginning, Ja. 4, 7, 1 Pet. 5, 10. Observe 2ly, That though Satan in his Temptations be strong and subtle, yet the Christian may be sure of Victory. 1st.
If ye consider, that he is a foiled Enemy, Col. 2, 15. 2ly, The Victory of our Head over him is a good pledge of our victory, Matth. 4. 3ly. Christ has an Experimental Sympathy with the People of God in these temptations. Heb. 2, 22. 4ly. He interceeds for them, Luke 22, 32. 5ly. Christ is stronger then he, 1 Jo: 4, 4, And there is a sufficiency of Grace in him, to bear them through 2 Cor. 12, 1 Pet, 5, 10. 6ly. There is a promise of Victory given to them, Gen. 3.16, Rom. 16.20. Use, If they be sure of Victory, the tempted Saints would not fret against this their Lot of being troubled, with the Devils temptations;
If you Consider, that he is a foiled Enemy, Col. 2, 15. 2ly, The Victory of our Head over him is a good pledge of our victory, Matthew 4. 3ly. christ has an Experimental sympathy with the People of God in these temptations. Hebrew 2, 22. 4ly. He intercedes for them, Lycia 22, 32. 5ly. christ is Stronger then he, 1 John: 4, 4, And there is a sufficiency of Grace in him, to bear them through 2 Cor. 12, 1 Pet, 5, 10. 6ly. There is a promise of Victory given to them, Gen. 3.16, Rom. 16.20. Use, If they be sure of Victory, the tempted Saints would not fret against this their Lot of being troubled, with the Devils temptations;
As first, It cures their presumption, Luke 22, 32 2ly, It prevents their Pride and puts them to Prayer, 2 Cor. 12, 8. 3ly, It helps them to an Experimental skill to succour the tempted. 4ly.
As First, It cures their presumption, Lycia 22, 32 2ly, It prevents their Pride and puts them to Prayer, 2 Cor. 12, 8. 3ly, It helps them to an Experimental skill to succour the tempted. 4ly.
It gives them experience of the Power and Wisdom of God, who can make them, that are Witless and Weak, to overcome a strong and Wise Devil. 2ly If the Victory be sure, it says they should not be discouraged under temptation from Satan, but fight Manfully.
It gives them experience of the Power and Wisdom of God, who can make them, that Are Witless and Weak, to overcome a strong and Wise devil. 2ly If the Victory be sure, it Says they should not be discouraged under temptation from Satan, but fight Manfully.
For the First, that he never wants sad Crosses, so that always as one go•s away an other comes appears from the recorded life of the Saints in Scripture, See the Register of Jacobs Life and Davids &c: And this God does, to try their patience and submission by;
For the First, that he never Wants sad Crosses, so that always as one go•s away an other comes appears from the recorded life of the Saints in Scripture, See the Register of Jacobs Life and Davids etc.: And this God does, to try their patience and submission by;
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Jacobs Days were Evil that he might know, they were a Pilgrimage, Gen: 47, 9. 3ly. To keep down their Pride. 4ly. To keep them constantly under the Exercise of Repentance, for pas• and present Guilt. 5ly, That they may observe the Divine Providence of God, supporting them under al• these Crosses, Gen. 48.13. Ʋse is, That People would be content with thei• present Crosses, seing, if they wanted these, they might expect others in their room. 2ly. Let never man dream of an happiness in this life;
Jacobs Days were Evil that he might know, they were a Pilgrimage, Gen: 47, 9. 3ly. To keep down their Pride. 4ly. To keep them constantly under the Exercise of Repentance, for pas• and present Gilded. 5ly, That they may observe the Divine Providence of God, supporting them under al• these Crosses, Gen. 48.13. Ʋse is, That People would be content with thei• present Crosses, sing, if they wanted these, they might expect Others in their room. 2ly. Let never man dream of an happiness in this life;
its our expectation of a life, free of Crosses, that makes us dream of Happiness here. 3ly. Live near God, that ye may be able to be comforted, under the necessary Crosses that ye are subjected to. 4ly. Long to be away, with submission to Gods time, seing that while you are here away, you are never to be free of Crosses. For the 2d. Thing, The present Crosses of the Saints should not make them question Gods Love if ye consider, 1st. Their Head had an constant life of Crosses. 2ly. Consider, that the Saints before us have had that life. 3ly.
its our expectation of a life, free of Crosses, that makes us dream of Happiness Here. 3ly. Live near God, that you may be able to be comforted, under the necessary Crosses that you Are subjected to. 4ly. Long to be away, with submission to God's time, sing that while you Are Here away, you Are never to be free of Crosses. For the 2d. Thing, The present Crosses of the Saints should not make them question God's Love if you Consider, 1st. Their Head had an constant life of Crosses. 2ly. Consider, that the Saints before us have had that life. 3ly.
If ye consider the Necessity and Profitableness of that Lot, it should not make us question Gods Love, 1 Pet. 1.6. 5ly. In their nature they are but Chastisements and Evidences of Love. Heb. 12.6.
If you Consider the Necessity and Profitableness of that Lot, it should not make us question God's Love, 1 Pet. 1.6. 5ly. In their nature they Are but Chastisements and Evidences of Love. Hebrew 12.6.
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Ʋse is, That the People of God would keep up their Faith of Gods Love, notwithstanding of their present Crosses, their neglect of this weakens their Love to God, breaks their resolution to Obedience, makes their present Duty unpleasant,
Ʋse is, That the People of God would keep up their Faith of God's Love, notwithstanding of their present Crosses, their neglect of this weakens their Love to God, breaks their resolution to obedience, makes their present Duty unpleasant,
where we see, that he had not only present Crosses to debate with, but the fears of coming Crosses. 2ly. We see, that these fears of coming Crosses made him not to doubt of Gods Love.
where we see, that he had not only present Crosses to debate with, but the fears of coming Crosses. 2ly. We see, that these fears of coming Crosses made him not to doubt of God's Love.
Rebecca feared that Esau should kill Jacob, therefore she used Means to prevent it, Gen. 27.46. 2ly. He does it, to make them digest the present Cross, that they are under the better;
Rebecca feared that Esau should kill Jacob, Therefore she used Means to prevent it, Gen. 27.46. 2ly. He does it, to make them digest the present Cross, that they Are under the better;
Rebecca was the better content to want Jacob, that she feared his stay would endanger his Life, Ibid. 3ly. To make them sensible of Gods Goodness, in keeping these Troubles off them that they feared, Gen. 32.9, 10. 4ly. To keep them from Security, Job 3 26. 5ly. He makes use of the fear of the Cross, to inform them of the evil that the inflicted Cross should reform;
Rebecca was the better content to want Jacob, that she feared his stay would endanger his Life, Ibid 3ly. To make them sensible of God's goodness, in keeping these Troubles off them that they feared, Gen. 32.9, 10. 4ly. To keep them from Security, Job 3 26. 5ly. He makes use of the Fear of the Cross, to inform them of the evil that the inflicted Cross should reform;
for if the fear do it, the Cross will not be inflicted. 6ly. That when the Cross comes, they may be in better case to bear it, and not be surprised with it.
for if the Fear do it, the Cross will not be inflicted. 6ly. That when the Cross comes, they may be in better case to bear it, and not be surprised with it.
and for this effect, be not distrustfully anxious, Phil. 4, 6. 2ly. Let these fears send you to Prayer, Gen. 32.9. 3ly. Be not unsensible of Gods Mercies under these fears, Ibid. verse 10. 2ly. The fears of coming Crosses should not weaken our Faith of God Love; For 1st. Whatever they be, they w• work out your good, Rom. 8.28. 2ly. How•ver they be strong, your strength will grow a•cording to the strength of the Cross, 1 Cor. • 13. 3ly. What ever aspect the Cross has, y• the Lord has many ways to deliver you from that you cannot foresee, 2 Pet. 2.9. The Lo• knows how to deliver the Godly out of Tem•tations. FINIS.
and for this Effect, be not distrustfully anxious, Philip 4, 6. 2ly. Let these fears send you to Prayer, Gen. 32.9. 3ly. Be not unsensible of God's mercies under these fears, Ibid verse 10. 2ly. The fears of coming Crosses should not weaken our Faith of God Love; For 1st. Whatever they be, they w• work out your good, Rom. 8.28. 2ly. How•ver they be strong, your strength will grow a•cording to the strength of the Cross, 1 Cor. • 13. 3ly. What ever aspect the Cross has, y• the Lord has many ways to deliver you from that you cannot foresee, 2 Pet. 2.9. The Lo• knows how to deliver the Godly out of Tem•tations. FINIS.
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