Lydia's heart opened: or, divine mercy magnified in the conversion of a sinner by the Gospel Being the sum of several sermons preaced lately by James Strong, M.A. and Minister of the Gospel.
as also what is the difference between true Doctrine and false, with what malice and subtilty false Apostles oppose the true, what rest and breathings God gave his Church,
as also what is the difference between true Doctrine and false, with what malice and subtlety false Apostles oppose the true, what rest and breathings God gave his Church,
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This History by the consent of all bears date from the Ascension of Christ unto the first year of Paul 's coming to Rome, which was the space of twenty-three years, in which we have a clear proof of the exact performance of all the Promises Christ made his Apostles;
This History by the consent of all bears date from the Ascension of christ unto the First year of Paul is coming to Room, which was the Molle of twenty-three Years, in which we have a clear proof of the exact performance of all the Promises christ made his Apostles;
as of sending them his Spirit, induing them with power from on high, the calling of the Gentiles, &c. But not to carry you back further than is needful, we read ver. 9. of this Chapter, that Paul by the Ministry of an Angel is called to Macedonia. A Vision appeared to Paul in the night, there stood a man of Macedonia and prayed him, saying, Come into Macedonia and help us.
as of sending them his Spirit, induing them with power from on high, the calling of the Gentiles, etc. But not to carry you back further than is needful, we read for. 9. of this Chapter, that Paul by the Ministry of an Angel is called to Macedonia. A Vision appeared to Paul in the night, there stood a man of Macedonia and prayed him, saying, Come into Macedonia and help us.
This title the Apostle owns, a helper of his peoples joy, 2 Cor. 1.24. Those that cannot help themselves sometimes, can yet help others, poor themselves, yet make many rich.
This title the Apostle owns, a helper of his peoples joy, 2 Cor. 1.24. Those that cannot help themselves sometime, can yet help Others, poor themselves, yet make many rich.
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Luther boldly told the Prince of Saxony (Scire te velim, &c.) I would have your Highness know you have more need of my Prayers than I have of your Protection.
Luther boldly told the Prince of Saxony (Scire te velim, etc.) I would have your Highness know you have more need of my Prayers than I have of your Protection.
Paulus vocatus per Angelum: putaret aliquis omnes ei obviam venturas, &c. Paul was called by an Angel, who would not have thought, that the whole Country would have flocked to hear such a Preacher? But alas Paul 's hopes fail him, not one man came to hear the great Apostle, only a few poor Women,
Paulus Vocatus per Angelum: putaret aliquis omnes ei Obviam venturas, etc. Paul was called by an Angel, who would not have Thought, that the Whole Country would have flocked to hear such a Preacher? But alas Paul is hope's fail him, not one man Come to hear the great Apostle, only a few poor Women,
and among these God singles out one, and marks her up for mercy, v. 16. A certain woman named Lydia, &c. We have here then the History of Lydia 's Conversion;
and among these God singles out one, and marks her up for mercy, v. 16. A certain woman nam Lydia, etc. We have Here then the History of Lydia is Conversion;
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Though we are by nature like the Prodigal, are run into a far Country, yet our Heavenly Father can easily bring us home. 5. She's described by her Religion, she was NONLATINALPHABET, a Worshipper of God. A Gentile she was,
Though we Are by nature like the Prodigal, Are run into a Far Country, yet our Heavenly Father can Easily bring us home. 5. She's described by her Religion, she was, a Worshipper of God. A Gentile she was,
or by tradition from her fore-fathers, or some familiar acquaintance with the Jews, such another as Cornelius was, Act. 10. But whatever dark apprehensions she had of God,
or by tradition from her Forefathers, or Some familiar acquaintance with the jews, such Another as Cornelius was, Act. 10. But whatever dark apprehensions she had of God,
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yet she fell far short of a Christian, for till the heart be made good ground and purified by Faith, 'tis impossible it can bear good fruit, 2ly. We have the means of her Conversion. 1. Paul Preaches. 2. Lydia heard the Word. 3. God makes the Word effectual, he opens her heart.
yet she fell Far short of a Christian, for till the heart be made good ground and purified by Faith, it's impossible it can bear good fruit, 2ly. We have the means of her Conversion. 1. Paul Preaches. 2. Lydia herd the Word. 3. God makes the Word effectual, he Opens her heart.
'Tis this latter part of the verse that I design for the subject of my discourse, viz. the means of Lydia 's Conversion, God opened the heart of Lydia, &c. The first thing that I shall note is this:
It's this latter part of the verse that I Design for the Subject of my discourse, viz. the means of Lydia is Conversion, God opened the heart of Lydia, etc. The First thing that I shall note is this:
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unless it be held in the hand of his own Spirit; hence is that complaint of the Prophet, Isa. 53.1. Lord, who hath believed our report, and to whom hath the arm of the Lord been revealed!
unless it be held in the hand of his own Spirit; hence is that complaint of the Prophet, Isaiah 53.1. Lord, who hath believed our report, and to whom hath the arm of the Lord been revealed!
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But for methods sake, in prosecuting the Conclusion, I shall observe this order. 1. I shall shew what's meant by the heart. 2. What 'tis to open the heart. 3. I shall prove that 'tis Gods work to open the heart. 4. Shew why God opens the heart. 5. Answer an Objection. 6. Lastly, come to Application.
But for methods sake, in prosecuting the Conclusion, I shall observe this order. 1. I shall show what's meant by the heart. 2. What it's to open the heart. 3. I shall prove that it's God's work to open the heart. 4. Show why God Opens the heart. 5. Answer an Objection. 6. Lastly, come to Application.
and here to pass by the various significations of the Word in Scripture, by heart here we are to understand the rational Soul, with the faculties and affections which are therein;
and Here to pass by the various significations of the Word in Scripture, by heart Here we Are to understand the rational Soul, with the faculties and affections which Are therein;
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for as the heart is the fountain of Natural life, so 'tis of Spiritual. This is the womb wherein Christ is first formed: see Rom. 10.10. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness, sc.
for as the heart is the fountain of Natural life, so it's of Spiritual. This is the womb wherein christ is First formed: see Rom. 10.10. For with the heart man Believeth unto righteousness, sc.
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Here faith is seated, here its born and breaths its first breath, Act. 8.37. Philip to the Eunuch, If thou believest with all thine heart, thou maist be baptized.
Here faith is seated, Here its born and breathes its First breath, Act. 8.37. Philip to the Eunuch, If thou Believest with all thine heart, thou Mayest be baptised.
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There is no less in that zealous Prayer of the Apostle for his Ephesians, chap. 3.17. where he is upon his knees to the God of Heaven, that Christ may dwell in their hearts by faith.
There is no less in that zealous Prayer of the Apostle for his Ephesians, chap. 3.17. where he is upon his knees to the God of Heaven, that christ may dwell in their hearts by faith.
Now as the first creature that God made in the first Creation was Light, Gen. 1. so 'tis in the new Creation he commands light to shine out of darkness.
Now as the First creature that God made in the First Creation was Light, Gen. 1. so it's in the new Creation he commands Light to shine out of darkness.
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With what difficulty were they brought to believe that their Lord and Master was risen? nor had they at last, had not Christ himself opened their understandings, that they might understand the Scriptures, Luk. 24.45. O rich mercy! O Divine work!
With what difficulty were they brought to believe that their Lord and Master was risen? nor had they At last, had not christ himself opened their understandings, that they might understand the Scriptures, Luk. 24.45. O rich mercy! O Divine work!
What a mercy is it then when Christ opens blind eyes to see the wonderful things contained in his Law, Ps. 119.18. 2. The second bar or bolt that by nature is upon our hearts is stubbornness, this sticks to our wills;
What a mercy is it then when christ Opens blind eyes to see the wondered things contained in his Law, Ps. 119.18. 2. The second bar or bolt that by nature is upon our hearts is stubbornness, this sticks to our wills;
But God comes with his key and opens this door also; he makes us of an unwilling to be a willing people, Psal 110.3. This God doth not by violence and compulsion, but in a sweet and a gracious way;
But God comes with his key and Opens this door also; he makes us of an unwilling to be a willing people, Psalm 110.3. This God does not by violence and compulsion, but in a sweet and a gracious Way;
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he perswades Japheth to dwell in the Tents of Shem, Gen. 9.27. God reasons us out of our rebellion, making use of that excellent gift of reason wherewith he hath adorned his creature.
he persuades Japheth to dwell in the Tents of Shem, Gen. 9.27. God Reasons us out of our rebellion, making use of that excellent gift of reason wherewith he hath adorned his creature.
for broken cisterns that will hold no water? Why will you die O house of Israel? When all was well between God and you, was it not better with you than now? Turn you, turn you therefore from your evil ways.
for broken cisterns that will hold no water? Why will you die Oh house of Israel? When all was well between God and you, was it not better with you than now? Turn you, turn you Therefore from your evil ways.
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when therefore it hath fixt the desires, or some good that is proportionable to the wideness of the heart, it useth its liberty for the choosing of such means as are most proper for the attaining of that good,
when Therefore it hath fixed the Desires, or Some good that is proportionable to the wideness of the heart, it uses its liberty for the choosing of such means as Are most proper for the attaining of that good,
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In short, as soon as the Soul becomes ravisht with the apprehension of that infinite goodness that is in God, it's earnestly drawn out to desire union with him, and participation of his glory.
In short, as soon as the Soul becomes ravished with the apprehension of that infinite Goodness that is in God, it's earnestly drawn out to desire Union with him, and participation of his glory.
and Jesus he knows, but who are you? A lively abridgment of Gods dealing with his people in this case we have in Cant. 5. where Christ comes & wooes his Church,
and jesus he knows, but who Are you? A lively abridgment of God's dealing with his people in this case we have in Cant 5. where christ comes & Woes his Church,
how shall I put it on? But Christ had a purpose to enter, and therefore we read ver. 4. He put in his hand by the hole of the door, and then her heart was affectioned toward him.
how shall I put it on? But christ had a purpose to enter, and Therefore we read for. 4. He put in his hand by the hold of the door, and then her heart was affectioned towards him.
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That the strong man armed keeps the house till a stronger than he comes and bind him, Mat. 12.29. Satan hath the possession and will not leave his hold until he be over-powered;
That the strong man armed keeps the house till a Stronger than he comes and bind him, Mathew 12.29. Satan hath the possession and will not leave his hold until he be overpowered;
or thrown off their hinges, to congratulate the Kings coming, and ta shew their joyful entertaining of their lawful Soveraign; such an entrance is Christs.
or thrown off their hinges, to congratulate the Kings coming, and ta show their joyful entertaining of their lawful Sovereign; such an Entrance is Christ.
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no, he sweetly subdues us, as he that opens with a key: now none but God hath a key to open those doors, Rev. 3.7. The Angel to the Church of Philadelphia, &c. Thus saith he that hath the key of David, which openeth and no man shutteth.
no, he sweetly subdues us, as he that Opens with a key: now none but God hath a key to open those doors, Rev. 3.7. The Angel to the Church of Philadelphia, etc. Thus Says he that hath the key of David, which Openeth and no man shutteth.
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The wiles and wickedness, the depths and deceits of this member are so many, that the Prophet cried out, Who can know them? Jer. 17.9. Who? none but an Omniscient God, before whose eyes all things are naked and bare.
The wiles and wickedness, the depths and Deceits of this member Are so many, that the Prophet cried out, Who can know them? Jer. 17.9. Who? none but an Omniscient God, before whose eyes all things Are naked and bore.
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We are by nature as great strangers to our hearts as Hazael, who when the Prophet told him, He should burn Israels Cities with sire, slay their young men with the sword, dash the infants against the stones,
We Are by nature as great Strangers to our hearts as hazael, who when the Prophet told him, He should burn Israel's Cities with sire, slay their young men with the sword, dash the Infants against the stones,
He abhors these cruelties, with this strange question, Is thy servant a dog, that I should do this? 2 King. 8.12. Such barbarous cruelties seemed at this time too odious for Hazael; but afterward the event proved the Prophesie true, ch. 13. We all as little know our hearts as Hazael, or the depths of our own corruption.
He abhors these cruelties, with this strange question, Is thy servant a dog, that I should do this? 2 King. 8.12. Such barbarous cruelties seemed At this time too odious for hazael; but afterwards the event proved the Prophesy true, changed. 13. We all as little know our hearts as hazael, or the depths of our own corruption.
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and to make it a Hadadrimmon, a very valley of tears. 4. He comforts the heart. Hos. 2.14. after he hath brought his Church into the wilderness, then he promiseth to speak to her heart, such comfortable words as no man can speak.
and to make it a Hadadrimmon, a very valley of tears. 4. He comforts the heart. Hos. 2.14. After he hath brought his Church into the Wilderness, then he promises to speak to her heart, such comfortable words as no man can speak.
When all other comforters, like Job 's, prove miserable comforters indeed, then God saith, I, even I, am he that comforteth thee, &c. This is Gods propriety, Isa. 57.15.
When all other Comforters, like Job is, prove miserable Comforters indeed, then God Says, I, even I, am he that comforts thee, etc. This is God's propriety, Isaiah 57.15.
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the upper house is heaven, the lower house is the hearts of believers. Isa. 57.15. Thus saith the high and excellent one that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is the holy one, I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of an humble spirit.
the upper house is heaven, the lower house is the hearts of believers. Isaiah 57.15. Thus Says the high and excellent one that Inhabiteth eternity, whose name is the holy one, I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of an humble Spirit.
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We may here stand and wonder, that he whose nature is Majesty, whose place is Immensity, whose time is Eternity, whose life is Sanctity, whose power is Omnipotency, whose work is Mercy, whose wrath is Justice,
We may Here stand and wonder, that he whose nature is Majesty, whose place is Immensity, whose time is Eternity, whose life is Sanctity, whose power is Omnipotency, whose work is Mercy, whose wrath is justice,
When Solomon had built that famous Temple for the worship of God, he admires the infinite condescention of God, in stooping so low as to have communion with sinful men: 1 King. 8.27. Is it true indeed (saith he) that God will dwell in the earth? Lo, God yet hath more intimate converse with poor believers;
When Solomon had built that famous Temple for the worship of God, he admires the infinite condescension of God, in stooping so low as to have communion with sinful men: 1 King. 8.27. Is it true indeed (Says he) that God will dwell in the earth? Lo, God yet hath more intimate converse with poor believers;
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Ʋse 1. And is it thus, that it is Gods work to open mans heart? It teaches then to abhor the execrable and blasphemous invention of Free-will, whereby the Arminian brood take the Crown from Gods head,
Ʋse 1. And is it thus, that it is God's work to open men heart? It Teaches then to abhor the execrable and blasphemous invention of Freewill, whereby the Arminian brood take the Crown from God's head,
the Church found some mirrh which Christ left behind him dropping from his fingers, before she opened to her beloved, Cant. 5.5. The Apostle therefore resolves all into the mighty power of God, even that power whereby he railed his Son Christ from the grave: Eph. 1.20: where he prays, that his Ephesians may know what the exceeding greatness of his power is toward them that believe, according to the working of his mighty power which he wrought in Christ when he raised him up from the grave.
the Church found Some mirrh which christ left behind him dropping from his fingers, before she opened to her Beloved, Cant 5.5. The Apostle Therefore resolves all into the mighty power of God, even that power whereby he railed his Son christ from the grave: Ephesians 1.20: where he prays, that his Ephesians may know what the exceeding greatness of his power is towards them that believe, according to the working of his mighty power which he wrought in christ when he raised him up from the grave.
for could the Soul of Christ, which for a while was separated from his body, be brought again to that body but by the Almighty power of God? well, the same power is exerted in raising a Soul dead in sin to the life of Grace that was exerted in raising Christ Jesus himself from the grave.
for could the Soul of christ, which for a while was separated from his body, be brought again to that body but by the Almighty power of God? well, the same power is exerted in raising a Soul dead in since to the life of Grace that was exerted in raising christ jesus himself from the grave.
The doors of our hearts are all shut by nature against God and Christ, fenced and fortified with strong corruptions attd sinful resolutions to resist God and his dear Son. We read Joh. 20.19.
The doors of our hearts Are all shut by nature against God and christ, fenced and fortified with strong corruptions attd sinful resolutions to resist God and his dear Son. We read John 20.19.
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Such is our case when first he comes to visit and awaken poor lost Sinners, there's no room nor entrance for him till he make way for himself, by his own Almighty power.
Such is our case when First he comes to visit and awaken poor lost Sinners, there's no room nor Entrance for him till he make Way for himself, by his own Almighty power.
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'Tis storied of Willigis a poor mans son, the son of a Wheeler, afterward Bishop of Mentz, when he was advanced to the honour of that Bishoprick, to suppress that pride which the greatness of his place exposed him to, that he caused several Wheels to be hung up about his Chamber, with this inscription, Memento Willigis unde eras: Remember Willigis from whence thou art.
It's storied of Willigis a poor men son, the son of a Wheeler, afterwards Bishop of Mainz, when he was advanced to the honour of that Bishopric, to suppress that pride which the greatness of his place exposed him to, that he caused several Wheels to be hung up about his Chamber, with this inscription, Memento Willigis unde eras: remember Willigis from whence thou art.
and bids her remember that a poor Syrian ready to perish was her father, Deut. 26.5. Whatever honours or excellencies we have received by Christ;
and bids her Remember that a poor Syrian ready to perish was her father, Deuteronomy 26.5. Whatever honours or excellencies we have received by christ;
yet the Apostle tells us 'tis our duty, to remember that by nature we were children of wrath even as others, Eph. 2.3. Here's a holy art to make the elder brother Corruption to serve the younger Grace;
yet the Apostle tells us it's our duty, to Remember that by nature we were children of wrath even as Others, Ephesians 2.3. Here's a holy art to make the elder brother Corruption to serve the younger Grace;
Peters Sermon prickt the Jews to the heart, Act. 2.37. This was the fruit of Christs dealing with his Church, Cant. 5.4. as soon as she felt his hand in the hole of the door, her very heart was affectioned toward him;
Peter's Sermon pricked the jews to the heart, Act. 2.37. This was the fruit of Christ dealing with his Church, Cant 5.4. as soon as she felt his hand in the hold of the door, her very heart was affectioned towards him;
Ʋse 5. The next Use therefore shall be of Counsel (or rather Command) in the name of the great God of Heaven and Earth, that when God by his Word calls to us from Heaven,
Ʋse 5. The next Use Therefore shall be of Counsel (or rather Command) in the name of the great God of Heaven and Earth, that when God by his Word calls to us from Heaven,
I'le take them into my imbraces, feed and feast them with my Promises, they shall see my face and know by experience what 'tis to have fellowship with the Father,
I'll take them into my embraces, feed and feast them with my Promises, they shall see my face and know by experience what it's to have fellowship with the Father,
and the light of his Countenance, the sweet and soul-ravishing Comforts of his spirit, and yet to live and die and go to your graves and never know nor taste any of this spiritual sweetness? this must be your case if your hearts be not opened.
and the Light of his Countenance, the sweet and Soul ravishing Comforts of his Spirit, and yet to live and die and go to your graves and never know nor taste any of this spiritual sweetness? this must be your case if your hearts be not opened.
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Is not God at this instant convincing some that he is a lost perishing creature in himself? is he not shewing you the incomparable excellency of Christ,
Is not God At this instant convincing Some that he is a lost perishing creature in himself? is he not showing you the incomparable excellency of christ,
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you have heard of that fearful resolution of God against the impenitent old World, when by the preaching of Noah a hundred years together God had perswaded them to repent,
you have herd of that fearful resolution of God against the impenitent old World, when by the preaching of Noah a hundred Years together God had persuaded them to Repent,
yea, as Lot pressed the two Angels greatly when they seemed strange, and overcame them with his importunity, that they came in, Gen. 19.3. so should we.
yea, as Lot pressed the two Angels greatly when they seemed strange, and overcame them with his importunity, that they Come in, Gen. 19.3. so should we.
so he hath chosen the heart for his gracious Presence, Isa. 57.16. Neither will God come in empty, he brings Salvation and all other blessings with him;
so he hath chosen the heart for his gracious Presence, Isaiah 57.16. Neither will God come in empty, he brings Salvation and all other blessings with him;
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thus Christ told Zacheus, Luk. 19.9. This day is salvation come to thy house. There's nothing lost by entertaining this guest, where he comes his reward is with him;
thus christ told Zacchaeus, Luk. 19.9. This day is salvation come to thy house. There's nothing lost by entertaining this guest, where he comes his reward is with him;
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And that the will of God was never revealed to other ages as now it is revealed to us, Eph. 3.5. 2. God hath opened Heaven to us, that for sin was shut against all Adams posterity:
And that the will of God was never revealed to other ages as now it is revealed to us, Ephesians 3.5. 2. God hath opened Heaven to us, that for since was shut against all Adams posterity:
at Christs death we read this veil rent in twain, Mat. 17.51. hereby shewing us, that Christ by his death hath made an open way for us into the Holy of Holies in Heaven;
At Christ death we read this veil rend in twain, Mathew 17.51. hereby showing us, that christ by his death hath made an open Way for us into the Holy of Holies in Heaven;
I have surely seen the affliction of my people Israel, which are in Egypt, and have heard their cry, &c. He hears his peoples prayers, and their enemies threats;
I have surely seen the affliction of my people Israel, which Are in Egypt, and have herd their cry, etc. He hears his peoples Prayers, and their enemies Treats;
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he hears the railing of Rabshekah, the cursing of Shimei, and the least injuries that are plotted against the just, shall not we open our heart to him?
he hears the railing of Rabshekah, the cursing of Shimei, and the least injuries that Are plotted against the just, shall not we open our heart to him?
We read when Christ suffered, at the Resurrection many dead bodies of the Saints which slept arose with him, Mat. 27.53. to assure us that he hath the keys of hell and of death, and that he will not leave the dust of his Saints for ever under the power of death;
We read when christ suffered, At the Resurrection many dead bodies of the Saints which slept arose with him, Mathew 27.53. to assure us that he hath the keys of hell and of death, and that he will not leave the dust of his Saints for ever under the power of death;
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Direct. 1. Be faithful and diligent in searching into the state of your hearts, know that there are a thousand deceits that lodg and lurk in the hearts of the sons of men.
Direct. 1. Be faithful and diligent in searching into the state of your hearts, know that there Are a thousand Deceits that lodge and lurk in the hearts of the Sons of men.
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The Psalmist tells us, That the ungodly boasteth of his hearts desire. When Solomon assures us, That the soul of the wicked desireth evil, Prov. 21.10. O let not your treacherous hearts deceive you, pose your selves with such serious Questions as these:
The Psalmist tells us, That the ungodly boasts of his hearts desire. When Solomon assures us, That the soul of the wicked Desires evil, Curae 21.10. O let not your treacherous hearts deceive you, pose your selves with such serious Questions as these:
or a living? hast thou been ever new-made or no? hast thou new affections, new motions and desires or no? tell me, hath Christ taken possession of thee or not? These would be close Questions if our hearts were held closly to answer them.
or a living? hast thou been ever new-made or no? hast thou new affections, new motions and Desires or no? tell me, hath christ taken possession of thee or not? These would be close Questions if our hearts were held closely to answer them.
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What a lamentation did Mary make when she found the grave empty, when she sought Christ, Ah they have taken away my Lord, &c. Much more reason have we to break our hearts with sorrow,
What a lamentation did Marry make when she found the grave empty, when she sought christ, Ah they have taken away my Lord, etc. Much more reason have we to break our hearts with sorrow,
and all to find her Beloved, Cant. 1.5. 4. Be gleaning in Gods field; the Ordinances of God are a spiritual harness, where you may fill your empty sacks, as Joseph did his Brethrens.
and all to find her beloved, Cant 1.5. 4. Be gleaning in God's field; the Ordinances of God Are a spiritual harness, where you may fill your empty sacks, as Joseph did his Brothers'.
Ruth gleaned in Boaz 's field among the sheaves and reapers, and so returned laden. Christs Ordinances are like Israels Camp, where the Heavenly Manna falls.
Ruth gleaned in Boaz is field among the sheaves and reapers, and so returned laden. Christ Ordinances Are like Israel's Camp, where the Heavenly Manna falls.
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Take then Christs own counsel, get forth by the footsteps of the flock, and feed your kids beside the shepherds tents, Cant. 1.8. The Prophet calls the Word a hammer;
Take then Christ own counsel, get forth by the footsteps of the flock, and feed your kids beside the shepherd's tents, Cant 1.8. The Prophet calls the Word a hammer;
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Again, the word is Christ's voice, and 'tis worth our observation, that the Church first cried out, It is the voice of my Beloved that knocketh, before she opened, Cant. 5.2. 5. Affect your hearts with the incomparable excellencies of Christ.
Again, the word is Christ's voice, and it's worth our observation, that the Church First cried out, It is the voice of my beloved that knocketh, before she opened, Cant 5.2. 5. Affect your hearts with the incomparable excellencies of christ.
We are all in a deep sleep by nature, and who will rise and open to one whom he doth not know? Observe when Christ sollicited his Church, she had never stirred out of that deep slumber she was in,
We Are all in a deep sleep by nature, and who will rise and open to one whom he does not know? Observe when christ solicited his Church, she had never stirred out of that deep slumber she was in,
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witness that rare description she makes of him from the 10. v. to the end of that Cant. 5. the daughters of Jerusalem wondered she troubled her self so much about her Beloved, to whom she replys, Do you wonder; my beloved is white and ruddy,
witness that rare description she makes of him from the 10. v. to the end of that Cant 5. the daughters of Jerusalem wondered she troubled her self so much about her beloved, to whom she replies, Do you wonder; my Beloved is white and ruddy,
If any of us have shared with Lydia in the Grace of the Gospel, make a little room more in these narrow hearts of yours to entertain some part of her comforts also.
If any of us have shared with Lydia in the Grace of the Gospel, make a little room more in these narrow hearts of yours to entertain Some part of her comforts also.
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We may know then that our heart is opened to God, when 'tis shut to all vanities in the world, God will have all the heart or none, nothing must share with him;
We may know then that our heart is opened to God, when it's shut to all vanities in the world, God will have all the heart or none, nothing must share with him;
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1. There's an open ear to hear the Word of God, till God hath taken possession of the heart, we are like the deaf Adder that stop our ears to the voice of Gods sweet charmers, Isa. 29.18. In that day shall the deaf hear the words of this Book, and the eyes of the blind shall see out of obscurity and darkness.
1. There's an open ear to hear the Word of God, till God hath taken possession of the heart, we Are like the deaf Adder that stop our ears to the voice of God's sweet charmers, Isaiah 29.18. In that day shall the deaf hear the words of this Book, and the eyes of the blind shall see out of obscurity and darkness.
whensoever God commands men to return from iniquity, he openeth their ears to discipline, Job 36.10. Gods Word comes with authority and makes its own way to make room for Christ when once he hath taken hold of the heart.
whensoever God commands men to return from iniquity, he Openeth their ears to discipline, Job 36.10. God's Word comes with Authority and makes its own Way to make room for christ when once he hath taken hold of the heart.
but God makes the eyes of the blind to see as well as the ears of the deaf to hear, Isa. 35.5. (that is) God so far enlightens our understanddings, that the mysteries of Salvation are revealed and made clear to us.
but God makes the eyes of the blind to see as well as the ears of the deaf to hear, Isaiah 35.5. (that is) God so Far enlightens our understanddings, that the Mysteres of Salvation Are revealed and made clear to us.
If any man be a doer of Gods will, he shall know of the Doctrine whether it be of God, Job. 7.17. 3. There's an open hand to do the work of God, such whose hearts God hath opened are not only hearers of the Word but doers also;
If any man be a doer of God's will, he shall know of the Doctrine whither it be of God, Job. 7.17. 3. There's an open hand to do the work of God, such whose hearts God hath opened Are not only hearers of the Word but doers also;
Noah 's Ark he is pitcht within and without, there's grace within and grace without, he shews by a good conversation his works in meekness and wisdom, Jam. 3.13. 4. Lastly, where God hath opened the heart, there is also an open mouth to praise God.
Noah is Ark he is pitched within and without, there's grace within and grace without, he shows by a good Conversation his works in meekness and Wisdom, Jam. 3.13. 4. Lastly, where God hath opened the heart, there is also an open Mouth to praise God.
They must bear a part with Zachary, though once dumb yet as soon as his tongue was loosed cried out, Blessed be the Lord God of Israel who hath visited and redeemed his people, Luk. 1.68.
They must bear a part with Zachary, though once dumb yet as soon as his tongue was loosed cried out, Blessed be the Lord God of Israel who hath visited and redeemed his people, Luk. 1.68.
lest you are insnared by them. 2. The word is used in relation to things useful, as in Act. 8.6. The people gave heed to the things that Philip spake, NONLATINALPHABET, &c. the same word that is used here;
lest you Are Ensnared by them. 2. The word is used in Relation to things useful, as in Act. 8.6. The people gave heed to the things that Philip spoke,, etc. the same word that is used Here;
And such were those bidden guests that were invited to the Wedding, that made light of it, Mat. 22.4, 5. Well then, there was both an attention of the ear,
And such were those bidden guests that were invited to the Wedding, that made Light of it, Mathew 22.4, 5. Well then, there was both an attention of the ear,
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God could have taught the Eunuch without Philip, he could have converted Paul without Ananias, instructed Cornelius without Peter, and have opened Lydia 's heart without Paul. But the Ministry of the Word is that means which the wisdom of God hath chosen and sanctified for this great work.
God could have taught the Eunuch without Philip, he could have converted Paul without Ananias, instructed Cornelius without Peter, and have opened Lydia is heart without Paul. But the Ministry of the Word is that means which the Wisdom of God hath chosen and sanctified for this great work.
and hearing by the word of God. To prevent any curious questions, why 'tis this: The Apostle resolved all into the good pleasure of God, 1 Cor. 1.21. For seeing the world by wisdom knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that do believe.
and hearing by the word of God. To prevent any curious questions, why it's this: The Apostle resolved all into the good pleasure of God, 1 Cor. 1.21. For seeing the world by Wisdom knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that do believe.
here he lays us at his feet, whilest his Word like a sword pierces our hearts, making us throw down our arms, those weapons of sin wherewith we have opposed him;
Here he lays us At his feet, whilst his Word like a sword pierces our hearts, making us throw down our arms, those weapons of since wherewith we have opposed him;
Now that the efficacy of the Word depends on the operation of the Spirit is evident from Act. 2. before those Converts were pricked at the heart, &c. we read that the Spirit fell on them like a mighty rushing wind, v. 2. cease then to wonder when we see such mighty effects wrought by the Gospel,
Now that the efficacy of the Word depends on the operation of the Spirit is evident from Act. 2. before those Converts were pricked At the heart, etc. we read that the Spirit fell on them like a mighty rushing wind, v. 2. cease then to wonder when we see such mighty effects wrought by the Gospel,
sith 'tis not we that speak but the Spirit of our Father which speaketh in us, Mat. 10.20. Ʋse 1. Wo then to all opposers and contemners of Preaching and Preachers.
sith it's not we that speak but the Spirit of our Father which speaks in us, Mathew 10.20. Ʋse 1. Woe then to all opposers and contemners of Preaching and Preachers.
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Alas who are those that are now accounted the troublers of Israel but such as are guilty of Elijah 's crime, that indeed are zealous for the Lord God of host, &c. who deny themselves to oppose that torrent of sin and corruption that like another deluge is like to overrun the Nation,
Alas who Are those that Are now accounted the troublers of Israel but such as Are guilty of Elijah is crime, that indeed Are zealous for the Lord God of host, etc. who deny themselves to oppose that torrent of since and corruption that like Another deluge is like to overrun the nation,
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and shall not the threatnings of the Son of God? For that God who in former Ages spake unto us by his Prophets, hath in these last times spoken to us by his own Son, Heb. 1.2.
and shall not the threatenings of the Son of God? For that God who in former Ages spoke unto us by his prophets, hath in these last times spoken to us by his own Son, Hebrew 1.2.
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And again, the men of Nineveh shall rise in judgment, &c. Mat. 12.41, 42. Oh what will be our case, who set not so high a price on Christ as that Queen did on Solomon! when Christ and his Gospel come home to our door and beg entertainment:
And again, the men of Nineveh shall rise in judgement, etc. Mathew 12.41, 42. O what will be our case, who Set not so high a price on christ as that Queen did on Solomon! when christ and his Gospel come home to our door and beg entertainment:
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as in other Ages were not known, Eph. 3.5. The Law made nothing perfect but the bringing in a better hope did, Heb. 4.7. in this respect the Gospel is rather called Salvation than the Law;
as in other Ages were not known, Ephesians 3.5. The Law made nothing perfect but the bringing in a better hope did, Hebrew 4.7. in this respect the Gospel is rather called Salvation than the Law;
who yet to them which believe is the only Foundation, that rock of Ages, the wisdom of God and the Power of God! how many have their faces tanned and sullied only under the bright beams of the Sun of Righteousness;
who yet to them which believe is the only Foundation, that rock of Ages, the Wisdom of God and the Power of God! how many have their faces tanned and sullied only under the bright beams of the Sun of Righteousness;
while (with Israel ) we are in the wilderness till we come to that Celestial Canaan. We read in Eph. 4.11, 12, 13, &c. He when he ascended, gave some to be Apostles, some Prophets, some Evangelists, and some Pastors, and Teachers;
while (with Israel) we Are in the Wilderness till we come to that Celestial Canaan. We read in Ephesians 4.11, 12, 13, etc. He when he ascended, gave Some to be Apostles, Some prophets, Some Evangelists, and Some Pastors, and Teachers;
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&c. For the repairing of the Saints, for the Work of the Ministry, till we all meet in a perfect man, &c. Two circumstances are here especially considerable.
etc. For the repairing of the Saints, for the Work of the Ministry, till we all meet in a perfect man, etc. Two Circumstances Are Here especially considerable.
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This would fill our hearts with comfort, and make us confess as he of his Thessalonians; Though we preach the Gospel in much affliction, yet with much joy.
This would fill our hearts with Comfort, and make us confess as he of his Thessalonians; Though we preach the Gospel in much affliction, yet with much joy.
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This is that duty which is so often prest and inculcated in the Scripture, Deut. 6.6. And these words which I command thee this day, shall be in thy heart; and again, Deut. 32.46. Set your hearts to all the Words which I testifie against you, set your hearts;
This is that duty which is so often pressed and inculcated in the Scripture, Deuteronomy 6.6. And these words which I command thee this day, shall be in thy heart; and again, Deuteronomy 32.46. Set your hearts to all the Words which I testify against you, Set your hearts;
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that is saith A Lap. mentem apponite et attendite, apply your heart and hear, &c. bodily Service is but the body of our Service, 'tis the Service of the Soul, that is the Soul of our Service.
that is Says A Lap. mentem apponite et Attendite, apply your heart and hear, etc. bodily Service is but the body of our Service, it's the Service of the Soul, that is the Soul of our Service.
This was Lydia's attention, which hath made her name smell like a sweet perfume in Scripture, a rare compound which consists of these several ingredients. 1. This saving attention to the Word implies a serious consideration of the things spoken, 2 Tim. 2.7. Consider what I say, &c. 'Tis a rule, litterae Principum ter legendae: Kings letters ought to be read threetimes-over.
This was Lydia's attention, which hath made her name smell like a sweet perfume in Scripture, a rare compound which consists of these several ingredients. 1. This Saving attention to the Word Implies a serious consideration of the things spoken, 2 Tim. 2.7. Consider what I say, etc. It's a Rule, litterae Principum ter legendae: Kings letters ought to be read threetimes-over.
no, it must be a living and an abiding Word: God spake once, but the Psalmist heard it twice, Psal. 67.11. Physick can never work, nor meat nourish unless it abides somtime in the body, nor can the Word which is both meat and medicine to our Souls.
no, it must be a living and an abiding Word: God spoke once, but the Psalmist herd it twice, Psalm 67.11. Physic can never work, nor meat nourish unless it abides sometime in the body, nor can the Word which is both meat and medicine to our Souls.
This was the sad effect of that precious doctrine, Joh. 6.53. Except ye eat the flesh of the Son of man, and drinks his blood, you have no life in you.
This was the sad Effect of that precious Doctrine, John 6.53. Except you eat the Flesh of the Son of man, and drinks his blood, you have no life in you.
Carnal reason knew not how to understand this Mysterie, and therefore presently suggests this incredulous question, how can this man give us his flesh to eat:
Carnal reason knew not how to understand this Mystery, and Therefore presently suggests this incredulous question, how can this man give us his Flesh to eat:
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so should we often turn in upon our memories, and ask them as Christ the disciples, do you not remember the five Loaves, &c. and the rather because we have a dangerous and subtile enemy, who watches where we keep our treasures,
so should we often turn in upon our memories, and ask them as christ the Disciples, do you not Remember the five Loaves, etc. and the rather Because we have a dangerous and subtle enemy, who watches where we keep our treasures,
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and unless we watch it narrowly will steal it from us. 4. We must entertain it with love, 2 Thes. 2.10. Because they received not the truth in the Love thereof, therefore God shall give them up to suffer strong delusions;
and unless we watch it narrowly will steal it from us. 4. We must entertain it with love, 2 Thebes 2.10. Because they received not the truth in the Love thereof, Therefore God shall give them up to suffer strong delusions;
want of Love to the Word is the first step to Apostacy. See a Soul seasoned with this Grace of Love, in Jeremy, Chap. 15.16. Thy words were found and I did eat them, and they were unto me the joy and rejoycing of my heart.
want of Love to the Word is the First step to Apostasy. See a Soul seasoned with this Grace of Love, in Jeremiah, Chap. 15.16. Thy words were found and I did eat them, and they were unto me the joy and rejoicing of my heart.
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God makes his appear to the Conscience of the experienced Christian, Mic. 2.7. Are not my words good to him that walketh uprightly? Yes Lord, so good that the Soul that tastes and digests them, confesses they are sweeter than hony or the hony-comb.
God makes his appear to the Conscience of the experienced Christian, Mic. 2.7. are not my words good to him that walks uprightly? Yes Lord, so good that the Soul that tastes and digests them, Confesses they Are Sweeten than honey or the honeycomb.
5. The Word must be heard with Faith; every hearer is not a profitable hearer. As hearing distinguishes Professours from the Profane, so believing distinguisheth the upright from hypocrites. Heb. 4.2. The word preached did not profit them that heard it, because it was not mixt with faith:
5. The Word must be herd with Faith; every hearer is not a profitable hearer. As hearing Distinguishes Professors from the Profane, so believing Distinguisheth the upright from Hypocrites. Hebrew 4.2. The word preached did not profit them that herd it, Because it was not mixed with faith:
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when we come to hear, we should all think that we hear God speaking to us as he did to Ezekiel, Son of man eat that thou findest, Ezek. 3.1. Faith is the life of the Soul:
when we come to hear, we should all think that we hear God speaking to us as he did to Ezekielem, Son of man eat that thou Findest, Ezekiel 3.1. Faith is the life of the Soul:
'Tis Faith that makes every part thereof powerful and effectual, its precepts to direct us, its threatnings to terrifie us, its promises to comfort us.
It's Faith that makes every part thereof powerful and effectual, its Precepts to Direct us, its threatenings to terrify us, its promises to Comfort us.
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Take but one instance in Jonah, 3.5. we read that the men of Nineveh believed God, (1) upon hearing Jonah his sermon, and then they proclaimed a fast and put on sackcloth.
Take but one instance in Jonah, 3.5. we read that the men of Nineveh believed God, (1) upon hearing Jonah his sermon, and then they proclaimed a fast and put on Sackcloth.
This was the Apostles Crown and Joy, that his Romans had obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine that they had received, Rom. 6.17. and this is Gods end in giving you his Word, that it should bring every thought into the Obedience of Christ, 2 Cor. 10.5. We should take heed of hearing with uncircumcised ears and stubborn hearts.
This was the Apostles Crown and Joy, that his Romans had obeyed from the heart that from of Doctrine that they had received, Rom. 6.17. and this is God's end in giving you his Word, that it should bring every Thought into the obedience of christ, 2 Cor. 10.5. We should take heed of hearing with uncircumcised ears and stubborn hearts.
The sence of Gods mercy in revealing his Will, and the Conscience of our duty to obey it, should make us so ready to every thing that he commands, that a little child should lead us, Isa. 11.6. Ʋse 1. Hence first is condemned that visible listlessness and supine negligence that many discover in this duty of hearing.
The sense of God's mercy in revealing his Will, and the Conscience of our duty to obey it, should make us so ready to every thing that he commands, that a little child should led us, Isaiah 11.6. Ʋse 1. Hence First is condemned that visible listlessness and supine negligence that many discover in this duty of hearing.
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God complains of them, Ezek. 33.32. Son of man, this People come and sit before thee, as my People use to do, &c. Oh hear once more and tremble at that dreadful sentence which Christ breathed against incredulous and refractory hearers, in Joh. 12.48. He that refuseth me and heareth not my words, hath one that judgeth, even the word that I have spoken, the same shall judg him.
God complains of them, Ezekiel 33.32. Son of man, this People come and fit before thee, as my People use to do, etc. O hear once more and tremble At that dreadful sentence which christ breathed against incredulous and refractory hearers, in John 12.48. He that Refuseth me and hears not my words, hath one that Judgeth, even the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him.
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And what greater equity than this do not such judg themselves unworthy everlasting life, that leave their hearts behind them when they come to hear it? doth not that malefactor deserve to dye,
And what greater equity than this do not such judge themselves unworthy everlasting life, that leave their hearts behind them when they come to hear it? does not that Malefactor deserve to die,
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when his pardon is sent him freely, that has it read as if he were a-sleep? These messengers that were sent by Benhadad to make peace with Ahab (when distressed by him) will rise in judgment against such drousy hearers.
when his pardon is sent him freely, that has it read as if he were asleep? These messengers that were sent by Benhadad to make peace with Ahab (when distressed by him) will rise in judgement against such drousy hearers.
Ʋse 2. Attend then as Lydia did, that you may be saved as Lydia was, whatsoever you do (saith the Preacher) do it with all thy might, Eccles. 9.10. Judg of the importance of the duty by the earnest injunction of the great God of heaven:
Ʋse 2. Attend then as Lydia did, that you may be saved as Lydia was, whatsoever you do (Says the Preacher) do it with all thy might, Eccles. 9.10. Judge of the importance of the duty by the earnest injunction of the great God of heaven:
if we do not hear with a holy heedfulness, Heb. 2.1. Wherefore we ought to give diligent heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we let them slip.
if we do not hear with a holy heedfulness, Hebrew 2.1. Wherefore we ought to give diligent heed to the things which we have herd, lest At any time we let them slip.
The Greek Word NONLATINALPHABET signifies either to run besides, as water that flows besides a place; or else it signifies to run thorough a thing as water thorow a sieve:
The Greek Word signifies either to run beside, as water that flows beside a place; or Else it signifies to run through a thing as water thorough a sieve:
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1. To incourage us to this heedful hearing of the Word, consider that it is a complexive duty, a duty which is so acceptable to God, that under it are comprehended all duties of Religion, Isa. 55.3. Hear and your Souls shall live, life and death enter in the same way:
1. To encourage us to this heedful hearing of the Word, Consider that it is a complexive duty, a duty which is so acceptable to God, that under it Are comprehended all duties of Religion, Isaiah 55.3. Hear and your Souls shall live, life and death enter in the same Way:
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2. The most eminent Saints of God have ever bin observed to be the most diligent and attentive hearers, Luk 4.20. We read while Christ Jesus war preaching, the eyes of all his hearers were fastned on him;
2. The most eminent Saints of God have ever been observed to be the most diligent and attentive hearers, Luk 4.20. We read while christ jesus war preaching, the eyes of all his hearers were fastened on him;
'Tis storied of Englands second Josiah, that peerless Prince Edward the sixth, that he usually stood at sermon and took notice all the while he was a-hearing.
It's storied of Englands second Josiah, that peerless Prince Edward the sixth, that he usually stood At sermon and took notice all the while he was a-hearing.
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It is a People that err in heart, for they have not known my ways: they knew, but not practically, their ears were uncircumcised, and their hearts unsanctified.
It is a People that err in heart, for they have not known my ways: they knew, but not practically, their ears were uncircumcised, and their hearts unsanctified.
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but you would not hear, therefore I will do unto you as unto Shilo, &c. Read it thorow, I forbear the application, desiring if ever you remembered a lesson, you would remember this,
but you would not hear, Therefore I will do unto you as unto Shilo, etc. Read it thorough, I forbear the application, desiring if ever you remembered a Lesson, you would Remember this,
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and shew thee Gods end in this Work, or why he thus opens the heart. And that is, that himself may enter, and dwell in it, Ephes. 3.17. That Christ may dwell in your hearts.
and show thee God's end in this Work, or why he thus Opens the heart. And that is, that himself may enter, and dwell in it, Ephesians 3.17. That christ may dwell in your hearts.
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In your hearts, that is, in the inner man, consisting of the Understanding, Will and Affections, which are the principal and chief place of Christs residence, the fort Royal,
In your hearts, that is, in the inner man, consisting of the Understanding, Will and Affections, which Are the principal and chief place of Christ residence, the fort Royal,
What the strength of his affections was to them you may see Chap. 1.16. where we read, that he ceased not to give thanks for them, making mention of them always in his prayers.
What the strength of his affections was to them you may see Chap. 1.16. where we read, that he ceased not to give thanks for them, making mention of them always in his Prayers.
But further, to prove the greatness of this inestimable blessing, read 2 Cor. 6.16. where the Apostle enjoyns his Corinthians the highest pitch of holiness upon this ground:
But further, to prove the greatness of this inestimable blessing, read 2 Cor. 6.16. where the Apostle enjoins his Corinthians the highest pitch of holiness upon this ground:
And high encouragements God gave him, I am God all-sufficient, &c. Deus jubet & juvat; God's Commands carry strength with them, whatever Abraham 's weakness be;
And high encouragements God gave him, I am God All-sufficient, etc. Deus jubet & Juvat; God's Commands carry strength with them, whatever Abraham is weakness be;
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2. A second argument which this Scripture yields us to prove the greatness of this blessing is this, That Christs dwelling in us is but a short abridgment of the Covenant of Grace,
2. A second argument which this Scripture yields us to prove the greatness of this blessing is this, That Christ Dwelling in us is but a short abridgment of the Covenant of Grace,
When we have summed up all those invaluable blessings that are treasured up in the Covenant, we have all in a little, ( viz. ) in Christ dwelling in us, peace, pardon, grace, glory, all is virtually comprehended in this.
When we have summed up all those invaluable blessings that Are treasured up in the Covenant, we have all in a little, (viz.) in christ Dwelling in us, peace, pardon, grace, glory, all is virtually comprehended in this.
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Behold the Tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them, and they shall be his people, &c. Christs dwelling in us is but Heaven aforehand, or Heaven upon Earth;
Behold the Tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them, and they shall be his people, etc. Christ Dwelling in us is but Heaven aforehand, or Heaven upon Earth;
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A. Not to trouble our selves with the various acceptations of the word [ heart ] in Scripture, (many of which are impertinent to our purpose) we are to understand (by heart) the Will and the Affections especially, as in the former Discourse;
A. Not to trouble our selves with the various acceptations of the word [ heart ] in Scripture, (many of which Are impertinent to our purpose) we Are to understand (by heart) the Will and the Affections especially, as in the former Discourse;
A. It's a Metaphorical or figurative speech, to shew that intimacy and holy acquaintance that is between Christ and Believers, Christ is not in the heart as a stranger in an Inn, where he tarries but a night,
A. It's a Metaphorical or figurative speech, to show that intimacy and holy acquaintance that is between christ and Believers, christ is not in the heart as a stranger in an Inn, where he tarries but a night,
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but as a man dwelling in his own house where he lives, and works, and rules, &c. More particularly, this dwelling of Christ implys these several things.
but as a man Dwelling in his own house where he lives, and works, and rules, etc. More particularly, this Dwelling of christ Implies these several things.
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his own he will never lose, and more than his own he will never take; All that the Father hath given me shall come to me, Job. 6.37. Satan shall never sit quiet for ever in a soul that belongs to Christ;
his own he will never loose, and more than his own he will never take; All that the Father hath given me shall come to me, Job. 6.37. Satan shall never fit quiet for ever in a soul that belongs to christ;
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though the strong man armed keeps the house, yet a stronger than himself will come and bind him, not one of those that are heirs of the promises shall miscarry;
though the strong man armed keeps the house, yet a Stronger than himself will come and bind him, not one of those that Are Heirs of the promises shall miscarry;
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no, I will ransom them from the Power of the grave, I will redeem them from death, Hos. 13.14. 4. Christ's dwelling in believers implies actual possession, a man may have a just right or claim where yet he may not dwell;
no, I will ransom them from the Power of the grave, I will Redeem them from death, Hos. 13.14. 4. Christ's Dwelling in believers Implies actual possession, a man may have a just right or claim where yet he may not dwell;
The Spirit of Christ is the Fountain of all Grace and comfort, and by this Spirit of Christ we have both union and communion with him, Gal. 2.20. Christ liveth in me, Christ is in us as a Principle of life and Grace, active and operative;
The Spirit of christ is the Fountain of all Grace and Comfort, and by this Spirit of christ we have both Union and communion with him, Gal. 2.20. christ lives in me, christ is in us as a Principle of life and Grace, active and operative;
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he is not in the Soul as once he was in the ship asleep, but always inciting, quickening and enlivening his elect who would again becom dead in sin,
he is not in the Soul as once he was in the ship asleep, but always inciting, quickening and enlivening his elect who would again become dead in since,
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Now this sweet and saving intimacy will appear in those things. 1. His People shall know his secrets, Psal. 25.14. The secret of the Lord is with them that fear him, and he will shew them his Covenant.
Now this sweet and Saving intimacy will appear in those things. 1. His People shall know his secrets, Psalm 25.14. The secret of the Lord is with them that Fear him, and he will show them his Covenant.
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when God intended that fearful overthrow of Sodom, shall I hide from Abraham (saies God) the thing that I do? No, Abraham was his friend, and as a bosom-friend;
when God intended that fearful overthrow of Sodom, shall I hide from Abraham (Says God) the thing that I do? No, Abraham was his friend, and as a Bosom-friend;
how great then is the joy that possesseth a Soul that receives a pardon from God! Such pardoned ones are bid to be glad and shout for joy, Psal. 32.11.
how great then is the joy that Possesses a Soul that receives a pardon from God! Such pardoned ones Are bid to be glad and shout for joy, Psalm 32.11.
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And all others flatly forbid to meddle with this joy, Hos. 9.1. Rejoyce not, O Israel, for joy as other People, for thou hast gone a-whoring from thy God.
And all Others flatly forbid to meddle with this joy, Hos. 9.1. Rejoice not, Oh Israel, for joy as other People, for thou hast gone a-whoring from thy God.
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3. The sweetness and closness of that intimacy which we have with Christ, by vertue of his dwelling in us, appears by this, that we have all things common with Christ.
3. The sweetness and closness of that intimacy which we have with christ, by virtue of his Dwelling in us, appears by this, that we have all things Common with christ.
all lour fresh Springs are in him, if we are Christs, all is ours, Paul, Apollo, Cephas, life and death, &c. All Christ's offices and efficacies, his life, death, blood, merit, Spirit;
all lour fresh Springs Are in him, if we Are Christ, all is ours, Paul, Apollo, Cephas, life and death, etc. All Christ's Offices and efficacies, his life, death, blood, merit, Spirit;
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3. Christ dwelling in us implies his abiding or continual residing in us, in Isa. the 57.15. God is said to inhabit eternity, (1) who only is eternal;
3. christ Dwelling in us Implies his abiding or continual residing in us, in Isaiah the 57.15. God is said to inhabit eternity, (1) who only is Eternal;
he saith, this is my rest for ever, here will I dwell &c. Though men may be weary of their dwelling how-ever accommodated both for necessity and delight; yet Christ is never:
he Says, this is my rest for ever, Here will I dwell etc. Though men may be weary of their Dwelling however accommodated both for necessity and delight; yet christ is never:
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Christ's dwelling doth not look like the house of the sluggard that drops thorow; no, what-ever storms beat on it it stands, and is impregnable. That's remarkable in Psal. 6.7.2.3. At Salem is his Tabernacle, and his dwelling at Sion;
Christ's Dwelling does not look like the house of the sluggard that drops thorough; no, whatever storms beatrice on it it Stands, and is impregnable. That's remarkable in Psalm 6.7.2.3. At Salem is his Tabernacle, and his Dwelling At Sion;
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as on the contrary, Gods departing makes way for destruction. We read that the Heathens have placed their Security in the presence of their idol-Gods.
as on the contrary, God's departing makes Way for destruction. We read that the heathens have placed their Security in the presence of their idol-Gods.
For can two walk together unless they are agreed? We read in Gen. 30.6. When Lot and Abraham had multiplied their substance, they could not dwell together, and there was strife between their herdsmen;
For can two walk together unless they Are agreed? We read in Gen. 30.6. When Lot and Abraham had multiplied their substance, they could not dwell together, and there was strife between their Herdsmen;
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The Psalmist admires the happiness of such as dwell together in unity, though but natural brethren, Psal. 133.1. Behold how good and pleasant a thing it is, &c. How good then and pleasant must it be for Christ and us to dwell together!
The Psalmist admires the happiness of such as dwell together in unity, though but natural brothers, Psalm 133.1. Behold how good and pleasant a thing it is, etc. How good then and pleasant must it be for christ and us to dwell together!
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for Christ himself will be a continual spring or fountain of life and grace within us, Joh. 4.14. The water that I shall give you shall be in you a well of living water.
for christ himself will be a continual spring or fountain of life and grace within us, John 4.14. The water that I shall give you shall be in you a well of living water.
Can we ever die with thirst when we have a fountain within us? no fear of forfeiting our title to that great and glorious inheritance if Christ be in us, he will keep both it for us,
Can we ever die with thirst when we have a fountain within us? no Fear of forfeiting our title to that great and glorious inheritance if christ be in us, he will keep both it for us,
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and us for it, he will preserve us by his grace unto his heavenly Kingdom, 2 Tim. 4.18. Res. 3. If Christ dwell in us, he will defend and protect us from all dangers;
and us for it, he will preserve us by his grace unto his heavenly Kingdom, 2 Tim. 4.18. Rest 3. If christ dwell in us, he will defend and Pact us from all dangers;
When Lazarus was dead, his sister told Christ, Lord, if thou hadst been here my brother had not died, Joh. 11.21. Christs presence is his peoples security from hat second death.
When Lazarus was dead, his sister told christ, Lord, if thou Hadst been Here my brother had not died, John 11.21. Christ presence is his peoples security from hat second death.
Again, if we want comfort, he'l revive the drooping spirits of his contrite ones, Isa. 57.15. The Church out of her experience cries but, that his mouth is as sweet things, Cant. 5.16.
Again, if we want Comfort, He'll revive the drooping spirits of his contrite ones, Isaiah 57.15. The Church out of her experience cries but, that his Mouth is as sweet things, Cant 5.16.
Ʋse 2. The next is a use of Trial. If it be so great a blessing to have Christ Jesus dwelling in our hearts, it concerns us all to try whether he dwell in our hearts or no.
Ʋse 2. The next is a use of Trial. If it be so great a blessing to have christ jesus Dwelling in our hearts, it concerns us all to try whither he dwell in our hearts or no.
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1. The heart in which Christ dwells is an humble heart, Isa. 57.15. Christ was a pattern of Humility himself, Learn of me, for I am meek and lowly of spirit.
1. The heart in which christ dwells is an humble heart, Isaiah 57.15. christ was a pattern of Humility himself, Learn of me, for I am meek and lowly of Spirit.
as it fared with them with whom he journeyed to Emaus, Luk. 24.32. The soul burns with love, and burns with desire to Christ Jesus, that is once united to him, Read Joh. 14.23.
as it fared with them with whom he journeyed to Emaus, Luk. 24.32. The soul burns with love, and burns with desire to christ jesus, that is once united to him, Read John 14.23.
There's nothing too dear for Christ in his account where Christ dwells, but such a one says with the Martyr, He is glad he hath any thing to lose for Christ;
There's nothing too dear for christ in his account where christ dwells, but such a one Says with the Martyr, He is glad he hath any thing to loose for christ;
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or with the Church, whatever good thing he hath, he keeps it only for him, Cant. 7.13. 2ly; With love to our Brethren, If we love one another, God dwelleth in us, 1 Joh. 4.12. God loves to be where love is.
or with the Church, whatever good thing he hath, he keeps it only for him, Cant 7.13. 2ly; With love to our Brothers, If we love one Another, God dwells in us, 1 John 4.12. God loves to be where love is.
the Lamb of God will never lie in a Lions den. We read in Judg. 9.23. God sent an evil spirit between the house of Abijam and the men of Shechem, a spirit of hatred, enmity and division:
the Lamb of God will never lie in a Lions den. We read in Judges 9.23. God sent an evil Spirit between the house of Abijah and the men of Shechem, a Spirit of hatred, enmity and division:
That which is lawful to be done in another place is not lawful to be done in a Temple: we read, Mark 11.16. Christ would not suffer a vessel to be carried thorow the Temple.
That which is lawful to be done in Another place is not lawful to be done in a Temple: we read, Mark 11.16. christ would not suffer a vessel to be carried thorough the Temple.
no, If any man defiles the Temple of God, him will God destroy, 1 Cor. 3.17. 4. The heart where Christ dwells lives in a sweet subjection to Christ and his Laws.
no, If any man defiles the Temple of God, him will God destroy, 1 Cor. 3.17. 4. The heart where christ dwells lives in a sweet subjection to christ and his Laws.
for God hath appointed him both for a Prince and a Saviour, Act. 5.31. The Government is laid by God upon his shoulders, and he makes every thought to stoop and come into subjection to himself.
for God hath appointed him both for a Prince and a Saviour, Act. 5.31. The Government is laid by God upon his shoulders, and he makes every Thought to stoop and come into subjection to himself.
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such a heart we read was in good Josiah, whose heart was so tender that he wept but at the reading of the Law, 2 Kings 22.19. Ʋse 3. This should cheer the hearts of all believers:
such a heart we read was in good Josiah, whose heart was so tender that he wept but At the reading of the Law, 2 Kings 22.19. Ʋse 3. This should cheer the hearts of all believers:
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Wise Solomon admired both Gods mercy and his Peoples happiness at once, upon this very reason, 2 Chron. 6.18. Is it true indeed that God will dwell with man on earth!
Wise Solomon admired both God's mercy and his Peoples happiness At once, upon this very reason, 2 Chronicles 6.18. Is it true indeed that God will dwell with man on earth!
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and the keeping of him there. 1. The heart must be prepared for ChristW, Mal. 2.1. The Prophet speaking of John Baptist, saith, that he should prepare the way for him.
and the keeping of him there. 1. The heart must be prepared for ChristW, Malachi 2.1. The Prophet speaking of John Baptist, Says, that he should prepare the Way for him.
Every mountain shall he brought low, and every vally be filled up, and every crooked thing shall be made plain, Isa. 43.4. All this must be done as a preparation for Christ.
Every mountain shall he brought low, and every valley be filled up, and every crooked thing shall be made plain, Isaiah 43.4. All this must be done as a preparation for christ.
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Lift up therefore your heads, O ye gates, and then the King of Glory shall come in, Psal. 24. as the Church is described in Rev. 12. with the moon under her feet,
Lift up Therefore your Heads, Oh you gates, and then the King of Glory shall come in, Psalm 24. as the Church is described in Rev. 12. with the moon under her feet,
Such as turn aside to crooked ways, the Lord threatens to lead them out with the workers of iniquity, Psal. 125.5. 4. Lastly, rough ways must be made plain, the oyle of Grace must supple the rough and rugged temper of our Spirits.
Such as turn aside to crooked ways, the Lord threatens to led them out with the workers of iniquity, Psalm 125.5. 4. Lastly, rough ways must be made plain, the oil of Grace must supple the rough and rugged temper of our Spirits.
The Lion and the Lamb ly down together, and there's nothing shall destroy or hurt in all his holy mountain If we would have Christ dwell in our hearts, we must keep our hearts pure;
The lion and the Lamb lie down together, and there's nothing shall destroy or hurt in all his holy mountain If we would have christ dwell in our hearts, we must keep our hearts pure;
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These Spiritual Temples must never be sullied with sin, nor defiled with iniquity. This is the condition upon which Christ promises to dwell in us, 2 Cor. 6.17. Touch no unclean thing, and then I will dwell in you.
These Spiritual Temples must never be sullied with since, nor defiled with iniquity. This is the condition upon which christ promises to dwell in us, 2 Cor. 6.17. Touch no unclean thing, and then I will dwell in you.
There's a sad Scripture in Mat. 12.44. When the unclean Spirit is cast out and returneth, &c. He brings with him seven other Spirits worse than himself and they enter in and dwell there.
There's a sad Scripture in Mathew 12.44. When the unclean Spirit is cast out and returns, etc. He brings with him seven other Spirits Worse than himself and they enter in and dwell there.
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Though God who is faithfulness it self hath infinitely stoopt to lost man, and for his security hath ratified the Covenant by his Word, his Oath, and Seals:
Though God who is faithfulness it self hath infinitely stooped to lost man, and for his security hath ratified the Covenant by his Word, his Oath, and Seals:
2. Labour to see the rare excellency and efficacy of Faith, what is it, but a Christians life while he is below? without it we cannot move one foot heaven ward;
2. Labour to see the rare excellency and efficacy of Faith, what is it, but a Christians life while he is below? without it we cannot move one foot heaven ward;
For the end of our Faith is the Salvation of our souls, 1 Pet. 1.9. 3. Bind your selves to a constant and conscionable attendance to the Word and Ordinances of God, For Faith comes by hearing, Rom. 10.17.
For the end of our Faith is the Salvation of our Souls, 1 Pet. 1.9. 3. Bind your selves to a constant and conscionable attendance to the Word and Ordinances of God, For Faith comes by hearing, Rom. 10.17.
As Gideons Fleece was wet when the ground about it was dry, so God usually waters the Souls of them both with grace and comfort that wait on his Ordinances,
As Gideons Fleece was wet when the ground about it was dry, so God usually waters the Souls of them both with grace and Comfort that wait on his Ordinances,
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when others that condemn them are strangers to both. We read in Act. 13.48. When the Apostles preached, as many of the Gentiles as were ordained to eternal life believed.
when Others that condemn them Are Strangers to both. We read in Act. 13.48. When the Apostles preached, as many of the Gentiles as were ordained to Eternal life believed.
And they that know thy name will put their trust in thee, Psal. 9.10. 5. Under all assaults and temptations use your selves to look up unto Christ, who is the author and finisher of Faith;
And they that know thy name will put their trust in thee, Psalm 9.10. 5. Under all assaults and temptations use your selves to look up unto christ, who is the author and finisher of Faith;
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Christ will never be in debt to any for his entertainment, his presence will quiet our hearts, purge our Consciences, subdue our corruptions, fortifie us against all evils, guide us by his grace, till he bring us to glory.
christ will never be in debt to any for his entertainment, his presence will quiet our hearts, purge our Consciences, subdue our corruptions, fortify us against all evils, guide us by his grace, till he bring us to glory.
If Christ seem strange, constrain him, and say as they in Luk. 24.29. Abide with us, feast him with the best as Levi did, Lev. 5.29. Say as the Church, all our choice-services we have kept only for thee.
If christ seem strange, constrain him, and say as they in Luk. 24.29. Abide with us, feast him with the best as Levi did, Lev. 5.29. Say as the Church, all our choice-services we have kept only for thee.
In short, set up the Psalmists resolution, to give your eyes no rest, nor suffer the temples of your heads to have any quiet till you have found a place in your hearts of the Lord,
In short, Set up the Psalmists resolution, to give your eyes no rest, nor suffer the Temples of your Heads to have any quiet till you have found a place in your hearts of the Lord,
