The unsearchable riches of Christ, and of grace and glory in and thorow [sic] him. Diligently searched into, clearly unfolded, and comfortably holden forth, in fourteen rich gospel sermons preached on several texts, at communions, in Glasgow. / By the late pious & powerful gospel-preacher in that city, Mr. James Durham.
IT hath been so ordered in the good Providence of God, that ye have lately heard of that main, very comprehensive and indispensibly necessary duty, called for from all that would worthily partake of the ordinance of the Lords Supper,
IT hath been so ordered in the good Providence of God, that you have lately herd of that main, very comprehensive and Indispensibly necessary duty, called for from all that would worthily partake of the Ordinance of the lords Supper,
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he Judgeth it meet to Press the exhortation to that necessary, though difficult duty, by a reason or Motive set down in the words now read in your hearing, For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh Damnation to himself;
he Judgeth it meet to Press the exhortation to that necessary, though difficult duty, by a reason or Motive Set down in the words now read in your hearing, For he that Eateth and Drinketh unworthily, Eateth and Drinketh Damnation to himself;
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The last words of the verse are a confirmation of the reason, and do shew why the Lord is so holily severe in punishing and Plaguing those who approach to this Table unworthily through not examining of themselves? because They discern not the Lords Body;
The last words of the verse Are a confirmation of the reason, and do show why the Lord is so holily severe in punishing and Plaguing those who approach to this Table unworthily through not examining of themselves? Because They discern not the lords Body;
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as the Apostle when he willeth the Christian Romans Chap. 16.2. To receive Phebe as becometh and is suitable to Saints, he makes use of the word worthily, for so it is in the Original;
as the Apostle when he wills the Christian Romans Chap. 16.2. To receive Phebe as Becometh and is suitable to Saints, he makes use of the word worthily, for so it is in the Original;
and this being the opposite to that, is to be understood, unsuitably and unbecomingly, to such a manifestation o• the love of Christ, in giving himself to, and for his people:
and this being the opposite to that, is to be understood, unsuitably and unbecomingly, to such a manifestation o• the love of christ, in giving himself to, and for his people:
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for though a Believer be not capable of eternal Judgement: yet by unworthy Communicating he may draw upon himself temporal stroakes and spiritual Judgements;
for though a Believer be not capable of Eternal Judgement: yet by unworthy Communicating he may draw upon himself temporal Strokes and spiritual Judgments;
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and unbelievers draw upon themselves not only those, but eternal damnation, and that with a higher degree of aggravation. 3. That he is said to Eat and Drink this to himself, as in the former verse a man is C•mmanded to Examine himself; It may take in these two, as aimed at by the Apostle, 1. It is to provoke every man to his particular duty, from his particular haza•d, He hazards his own soul, 2. Its put here to shew the restriction of the Judgement according to the Sun;
and unbelievers draw upon themselves not only those, but Eternal damnation, and that with a higher degree of aggravation. 3. That he is said to Eat and Drink this to himself, as in the former verse a man is C•mmanded to Examine himself; It may take in these two, as aimed At by the Apostle, 1. It is to provoke every man to his particular duty, from his particular haza•d, He hazards his own soul, 2. Its put Here to show the restriction of the Judgement according to the Sun;
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but if he examine not himself, whoever escape Judgement, he shal not escape it; and thus its an encouragement to a man to go about the duty of Self-examination,
but if he examine not himself, whoever escape Judgement, he shall not escape it; and thus its an encouragement to a man to go about the duty of Self-examination,
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and this I gather partly from this verse considered in it self, He that Eats and Drinks unworthily, implies that there is a special worthiness in it, that a man should not offer indign•ty to;
and this I gather partly from this verse considered in it self, He that Eats and Drinks unworthily, Implies that there is a special worthiness in it, that a man should not offer indign•ty to;
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and partly from the connexion of this verse with the former, for it is made a reason why he presses particular and strict Self-examination, which shews that there is a more singular excellencie in this ordinance then in others:
and partly from the connexion of this verse with the former, for it is made a reason why he presses particular and strict Self-examination, which shows that there is a more singular excellency in this Ordinance then in Others:
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as 1. The night when it was instituted, vers. 23 The same night in which he was betrayed, and when he was taking his goodnight of his Disciples, 2. His jealousie of,
as 1. The night when it was instituted, vers. 23 The same night in which he was betrayed, and when he was taking his goodnight of his Disciples, 2. His jealousy of,
and yet this ordinance of the Lords Supper seems dignified with an eminencie and excellencie above them all. 1. In reference to what it sets out and exhibits:
and yet this Ordinance of the lords Supper seems dignified with an eminency and excellency above them all. 1. In Referente to what it sets out and exhibits:
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And the main scope being to conferr Christ and all that is in him to the Believer, It holds out some way the excellencie of this ordinance beyond others. 3. In respect of the manner how our Lord Jesus makes over himself;
And the main scope being to confer christ and all that is in him to the Believer, It holds out Some Way the excellency of this Ordinance beyond Others. 3. In respect of the manner how our Lord jesus makes over himself;
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whereby I mean not only the clearness of his making over himself for in this ordinance there is the clearest view of a slain Saviour, and of Covenanting wi•h God;
whereby I mean not only the clearness of his making over himself for in this Ordinance there is the Clearest view of a slave Saviour, and of Covenanting wi•h God;
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and often the most comfortable manifestations of Love go alongst with it, for which cause its called eminently the Communion; But also that there is here a clear glance of Heaven upon earth, Jesus Christ and his People mixing (to speak so) and being familiar together;
and often the most comfortable manifestations of Love go alongst with it, for which cause its called eminently the Communion; But also that there is Here a clear glance of Heaven upon earth, jesus christ and his People mixing (to speak so) and being familiar together;
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where he seems to point out a more speciall way of keeping communion with his people in this Ordinance, in resemblance to that which he will have with them in heaven:
where he seems to point out a more special Way of keeping communion with his people in this Ordinance, in resemblance to that which he will have with them in heaven:
There being here a more speciall union and communion betwixt the head and members sealed up, a type of that which is to be in Heaven, A taste whereof is sometimes given in this ordinance of the Communion:
There being Here a more special Union and communion betwixt the head and members sealed up, a type of that which is to be in Heaven, A taste whereof is sometime given in this Ordinance of the Communion:
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The first Use of it serves to let us see how much we are oblidged to Christ Jesus, what could he have given more then himself? And what mean could have been invented, that could have mo e confirmed and warmed the hearts of his people then this, which is so lively a representation and Commemoration of his Blessed Body? very like we might come to d•scern His body better,
The First Use of it serves to let us see how much we Are obliged to christ jesus, what could he have given more then himself? And what mean could have been invented, that could have more e confirmed and warmed the hearts of his people then this, which is so lively a representation and Commemoration of his Blessed Body? very like we might come to d•scern His body better,
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I shal not descend to particulars, but in Three or Four words in the general, only point at such a frame as we conceive is called for from you. 1. It should be such a frame as ye would desire to be in,
I shall not descend to particulars, but in Three or Four words in the general, only point At such a frame as we conceive is called for from you. 1. It should be such a frame as you would desire to be in,
and strike hands with him personally and visibly, Studie and seek after such a frame. 2. It should be such a frame as we would desire to have if we were going to give up the Ghost,
and strike hands with him personally and visibly, Study and seek After such a frame. 2. It should be such a frame as we would desire to have if we were going to give up the Ghost,
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even such a Frame as if our eternal Peace and happiness were depending on that chock, This would be the night of making our Testament (as it were) and of the adjusting our accounts with God and of putting things to a Point betwixt him and us;
even such a Frame as if our Eternal Peace and happiness were depending on that chock, This would be the night of making our Testament (as it were) and of the adjusting our accounts with God and of putting things to a Point betwixt him and us;
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other wayes our debt may increase and grow greater, and it will not be so easie for us to win to a discharge of it. 3. It should be such a frame as we would desire to be found in,
other ways our debt may increase and grow greater, and it will not be so easy for us to win to a discharge of it. 3. It should be such a frame as we would desire to be found in,
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If the voice of the Arch angel, and of the last Trumpet were sounding, and a Solemn meeting of all before the Tribunal of Christ were presently to be? what a frame (I say) would ye desire to be in in such a case? Even such a frame should ye study to be in this night as ye would desire to be found in, In that day:
If the voice of the Arch angel, and of the last Trumpet were sounding, and a Solemn meeting of all before the Tribunal of christ were presently to be? what a frame (I say) would you desire to be in in such a case? Even such a frame should you study to be in this night as you would desire to be found in, In that day:
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We fear it will be to many then a Prick and a sting in their Consciences within them, That they made so little Conscience to be in a suitable frame for this so Solemn an O•dinance;
We Fear it will be to many then a Prick and a sting in their Consciences within them, That they made so little Conscience to be in a suitable frame for this so Solemn an O•dinance;
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The Text tells that a sentence will pass on every one of you, and you would by all means labour to be in such a Posture as the sentence may not be terrible to you. 4. It should be a Heavenly and Divine frame,
The Text tells that a sentence will pass on every one of you, and you would by all means labour to be in such a Posture as the sentence may not be terrible to you. 4. It should be a Heavenly and Divine frame,
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a readiness in unbelievers, for as they Spoile all things, all ordinances and duties they meddle with, all things being unclean to the unbeliever, So there is a miserable and woful necessitie lying upon them to spoil this Ordinance:
a readiness in unbelievers, for as they Spoil all things, all ordinances and duties they meddle with, all things being unclean to the unbeliever, So there is a miserable and woeful necessity lying upon them to spoil this Ordinance:
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and a readiness even in Believers, who also may miscarry therein, as is implied in the last words of the Chapte• compared with vers. 32. When we are Judged, we are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the World:
and a readiness even in Believers, who also may miscarry therein, as is implied in the last words of the Chapte• compared with vers. 32. When we Are Judged, we Are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the World:
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So tha• one who will p•ay with advertencie and be ca•ried fairly thorow in that and several other du ies, may yet in this Ordinance fall under the guilt of unworthy Communicating:
So tha• one who will p•ay with advertency and be ca•ried fairly thorough in that and several other du ies, may yet in this Ordinance fallen under the guilt of unworthy Communicating:
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or in Prayer, or meditation, or other duties any day, what a difficult work must it needs be to have all these rightly yoked together? A Second reason may be drawn not only from the complication of Graces and Duties, that is required in this action;
or in Prayer, or meditation, or other duties any day, what a difficult work must it needs be to have all these rightly yoked together? A Second reason may be drawn not only from the complication of Graces and Duties, that is required in this actium;
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if any o dinance or Duty call for a Spiritual f•ame its this, It requires that the exe•cise of the Judgement be most clear, that Faith be most distinct, that Meditation be most Divine &c. And the more Spiritual the Duty be, there is cer•ainly the more aptness in us tho•ow our corruption to miscarry in it.
if any o dinance or Duty call for a Spiritual f•ame its this, It requires that the exe•cise of the Judgement be most clear, that Faith be most distinct, that Meditation be most Divine etc. And the more Spiritual the Duty be, there is cer•ainly the more aptness in us tho•ow our corruption to miscarry in it.
So that if it were asked at many of us who may have some affection, what is a Communion? And what is the right way of partaking of it? there would be found but very little distinctness in the thing,
So that if it were asked At many of us who may have Some affection, what is a Communion? And what is the right Way of partaking of it? there would be found but very little distinctness in the thing,
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and entry to this Duty, is it any wonder that most Persons Communicat unworthily? This exercise of Self-searching, being so much slighted, which is to the most part so very difficult,
and entry to this Duty, is it any wonder that most Persons Communicate unworthily? This exercise of Self-searching, being so much slighted, which is to the most part so very difficult,
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It is easie to get a Token and to come to the Table, but it is not so easie To Eat and Drink worthily, not so easie, to discern the Lords Body and to get Christ himself in the ordinance:
It is easy to get a Token and to come to the Table, but it is not so easy To Eat and Drink worthily, not so easy, to discern the lords Body and to get christ himself in the Ordinance:
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Is it not a wonder then that the most part doe so securely and in a manner even desperatly rush upon it, who have it may be lyen, some Ten, some Twenty, some thirty years without trouble under this guilt? We would think it a good piece of Preparation,
Is it not a wonder then that the most part do so securely and in a manner even desperately rush upon it, who have it may be lyen, Some Ten, Some Twenty, Some thirty Years without trouble under this guilt? We would think it a good piece of Preparation,
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whereas if the heart were stirred and rouzed with such a fear, there would be greater and more seiously sharpened diligence in all these duties, whereof we heard from the foregoing words, to which this is a strong and pressing motive.
whereas if the heart were stirred and roused with such a Fear, there would be greater and more seiously sharpened diligence in all these duties, whereof we herd from the foregoing words, to which this is a strong and pressing motive.
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The Second Use Serves for Tryal, who among the great company gathered together here this day (are afraid of si•ning against God and taking his Name in vain in so Solemn an Ordinance; many think they are prepared:
The Second Use Serves for Trial, who among the great company gathered together Here this day (Are afraid of si•ning against God and taking his Name in vain in so Solemn an Ordinance; many think they Are prepared:
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Observe That the sin of unworthy Communicating is a Wrath provoking and a Judgement-drawing-on-sin: He that Eates and Drinks unworthily, Eates and Drinks Damnation to himself:
Observe That the since of unworthy Communicating is a Wrath provoking and a Judgement-drawing-on-sin: He that Eats and Drinks unworthily, Eats and Drinks Damnation to himself:
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but i• there any Ordinance wherein the Threatning is more expressed, and in reference to which the Judgement hat• been more seve•ely & some way indifferently inflicted? As is clear whether we read before o• after the words of the Text: And there is good reason for it.
but i• there any Ordinance wherein the Threatening is more expressed, and in Referente to which the Judgement hat• been more seve•ely & Some Way indifferently inflicted? As is clear whither we read before o• After the words of the Text: And there is good reason for it.
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The reason is because Christ in this Ordinance brings himself and his death so very near, that the sin•er is put to it in a speciall m•nner either to receive him,
The reason is Because christ in this Ordinance brings himself and his death so very near, that the sin•er is put to it in a special m•nner either to receive him,
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and that if he had been living in those dayes when He was crucified, he would also have joi•ed with the Multitude and cryed, away with him; Thus such an one Crucifieth the son of God a fresh and puts him to an open shame, O hainous and horrid guilt!
and that if he had been living in those days when He was Crucified, he would also have joi•ed with the Multitude and cried, away with him; Thus such an one Crucifieth the son of God a fresh and puts him to an open shame, Oh heinous and horrid guilt!
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as crucified and bleeding out his precious life or sinners) Here and eternally hereafter, may prevail with you to be serious in the work ye are now called to.
as Crucified and bleeding out his precious life or Sinners) Here and eternally hereafter, may prevail with you to be serious in the work you Are now called to.
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and who are so sensless that ye scare at nothing, could be prevailed with to charge your selves with this horrid sin of being guilty of the Body and Blood of the Lord, That thereby ye may be awakened;
and who Are so senseless that you scare At nothing, could be prevailed with to charge your selves with this horrid since of being guilty of the Body and Blood of the Lord, That thereby you may be awakened;
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whether are we Guilty of this sin? and whether are we in Hazard to •all into it of new? And to stirre you up to this, Consider 1. What temporal strokes from God have come or may come for it:
whither Are we Guilty of this since? and whither Are we in Hazard to •all into it of new? And to stir you up to this, Consider 1. What temporal Strokes from God have come or may come for it:
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who knowes but our outward captivity, the Blood that hath been shed, the many new and unheard of or but very little heard of diseases that are among us, have in a great Part been for this Sin? Secondly know:
who knows but our outward captivity, the Blood that hath been shed, the many new and unheard of or but very little herd of diseases that Are among us, have in a great Part been for this since? Secondly know:
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And if ye quench any convictions that ye may possibly be under for the time, it may be that ye shal never be priviledged with such convictions again,
And if you quench any convictions that you may possibly be under for the time, it may be that you shall never be privileged with such convictions again,
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First Ye have often Communicat, have ye also often Examined your selves? can many of you Pitch on such an hour or half hour, that ye set a part to try your Souls condition!
First You have often Communicate, have you also often Examined your selves? can many of you Pitch on such an hour or half hour, that you Set a part to try your Souls condition!
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Thirdly. What effect hath followed? What engagements have been keeped? How have many of us reformed our walk? Is not our carriage as it was? Passion and Pride,
Thirdly. What Effect hath followed? What engagements have been keeped? How have many of us reformed our walk? Is not our carriage as it was? Passion and Pride,
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as quick and lively as they had wont to be, Deadness, Security, and worldly mindedness as they were before? Are we not as little Self denyed? As unready to Fo give,
as quick and lively as they had wont to be, Deadness, Security, and worldly Mindedness as they were before? are we not as little Self denied? As unready to Foe give,
As Ignorant and having as little knowledge of Gospel mysteries as we were, and had many a Year Since? But very few can say on good grounds that they have made any Progresse in Mortifi•ation and Holiness;
As Ignorant and having as little knowledge of Gospel Mysteres as we were, and had many a Year Since? But very few can say on good grounds that they have made any Progress in Mortifi•ation and Holiness;
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or what benefit hath been reaped by many and that not of the worst sort, by the Communion? and therefore in the next place let me say that it were not unbecoming or unsuitable to the Communion, to make this night a night of Humiliation before God and of prayer to him to be delivered from Blood Guiltiness; There is not a more legible Evidence of our untenderness,
or what benefit hath been reaped by many and that not of the worst sort, by the Communion? and Therefore in the next place let me say that it were not unbecoming or unsuitable to the Communion, to make this night a night of Humiliation before God and of prayer to him to be Delivered from Blood Guiltiness; There is not a more legible Evidence of our untenderness,
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then the wronging of the Son of God at this rate, hath done, for which it were good now to cast an eye To look to him, and to mourn as on mourneth for his only Son,
then the wronging of the Son of God At this rate, hath done, for which it were good now to cast an eye To look to him, and to mourn as on Mourneth for his only Son,
for answer, desire you seriously to mind what ye have heard on these words, Let a man Examine himself and so let him eat, Which comprehend the Summe of what is called for from you;
for answer, desire you seriously to mind what you have herd on these words, Let a man Examine himself and so let him eat, Which comprehend the Sum of what is called for from you;
and we shal now add these Four things, that in your preparing your selves to Communicat Rightly and worthily, ye would seriously mind, 1. A right uptaking of your selves.
and we shall now add these Four things, that in your preparing your selves to Communicate Rightly and worthily, you would seriously mind, 1. A right uptaking of your selves.
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For the First, We say, there would be a right uptaking of our Selves, that we may know what we are, what are our Sins, Spiritual wants and necessities, that we may have some distinct errand to God;
For the First, We say, there would be a right uptaking of our Selves, that we may know what we Are, what Are our Sins, Spiritual Wants and necessities, that we may have Some distinct errand to God;
For the Second: We say, there would be a right uptaking of the ordinance it self, which when wanting it mar•es us, that we know not how to Communicat:
For the Second: We say, there would be a right uptaking of the Ordinance it self, which when wanting it mar•es us, that we know not how to Communicate:
which also he makes sensible, to the Spiritual senses of the Believer Secondly, The end and use of the Ordinance for which God hath appointed it, would also be rightly taken up; and this is large.
which also he makes sensible, to the Spiritual Senses of the Believer Secondly, The end and use of the Ordinance for which God hath appointed it, would also be rightly taken up; and this is large.
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But also that their Spirits be taken up with the thoughts of the wonderfully condescending love of Christ, who hath given and left behin• him a token and Memoriall of it:
But also that their Spirits be taken up with the thoughts of the wonderfully condescending love of christ, who hath given and left behin• him a token and Memorial of it:
God having graciously condescended to Covenant and Promise, and to Swear to the truth of his Covenant and p omise, That the Heirs of Promise may have strong consolation, He also appends seals to his Covenant.
God having graciously condescended to Covenant and Promise, and to Swear to the truth of his Covenant and p omise, That the Heirs of Promise may have strong consolation, He also appends Seals to his Covenant.
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Yet as in the word, the offer and promises conveigh Christ holden out in the Promises to the Soul, being received by fai•h, there is an union thus made up betwixt Christ and the Person:
Yet as in the word, the offer and promises convey christ held out in the Promises to the Soul, being received by fai•h, there is an Union thus made up betwixt christ and the Person:
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For the Third, there is a right acting in reference to both the former to be looked to, 1. There is something that our Judgement and memory would be taken up with, which is as the key to what follows:
For the Third, there is a right acting in Referente to both the former to be looked to, 1. There is something that our Judgement and memory would be taken up with, which is as the key to what follows:
and there is a threefold act of Faith called for in worthy Communicating, 1. An act receiving, 2. An act giving. 3. A ratifieing act, that knits both the acts together. 1. I say an act of Faith receiving Christs word and ordinance,
and there is a threefold act of Faith called for in worthy Communicating, 1. an act receiving, 2. an act giving. 3. A ratifying act, that knits both the acts together. 1. I say an act of Faith receiving Christ word and Ordinance,
And Thirdly, a ratifieing act coupling or knitting these together, viz. Christ giving himself to us and our giving our selves to him, his ingagement to us and ours to him:
And Thirdly, a ratifying act coupling or knitting these together, viz. christ giving himself to us and our giving our selves to him, his engagement to us and ours to him:
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The Believing souls taking of the Sacrament, is the permitting and allowing of it self to be confirmed by vertue of Christs appointing that ordinance for its confirmation, that the offer is made to it,
The Believing Souls taking of the Sacrament, is the permitting and allowing of it self to be confirmed by virtue of Christ appointing that Ordinance for its confirmation, that the offer is made to it,
as when a penitent sinner comes to the Communion, and that promise rolls in his thoughts, Thy sins and thy iniquities will I remember no more, and he would fain believe it;
as when a penitent sinner comes to the Communion, and that promise rolls in his thoughts, Thy Sins and thy iniquities will I Remember no more, and he would fain believe it;
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the receiving act of Faith is to take the Sacrament as Gods putting his Seal to that word of p omise that he will make it good to the soul in particular.
the receiving act of Faith is to take the Sacrament as God's putting his Seal to that word of p omise that he will make it good to the soul in particular.
and cryes out, O! When wilt thou come unto me? In the Sacrament it lo•ks on the institution and takes it as a Seal of co•firmation to put it out of question, that he that hath promised to come, will come and will not tarry, and it looks on Christ giving the Communion,
and cries out, OH! When wilt thou come unto me? In the Sacrament it lo•ks on the Institution and Takes it as a Seal of co•firmation to put it out of question, that he that hath promised to come, will come and will not tarry, and it looks on christ giving the Communion,
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even as a man that would have some debateable clause in h•s right to such a piece of land created and put out of question, brings it to his Superior to get it Sealed of new:
even as a man that would have Some debateable clause in h•s right to such a piece of land created and put out of question, brings it to his Superior to get it Sealed of new:
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or to himself, So making (as it were) an exchange. (O! wonderful exchange, by which we receive infinitly more and better then we give) when the Soul hath gotten him, it gives it self to him, to be changed and made better,
or to himself, So making (as it were) an exchange. (OH! wondered exchange, by which we receive infinitely more and better then we give) when the Soul hath got him, it gives it self to him, to be changed and made better,
As for the Fourth and last thing, It is a right manner of acting, or a right way or suitable frame in our going about this ordinance, which takes in several things as. 1. Fear,
As for the Fourth and last thing, It is a right manner of acting, or a right Way or suitable frame in our going about this Ordinance, which Takes in several things as. 1. fear,
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because it is a very difficult thing rightly to Communicat, and we had need to fear least we mistake and miscarry. 2. Distinctness and clearness, which is a part of the result of self examination;
Because it is a very difficult thing rightly to Communicate, and we had need to Fear lest we mistake and miscarry. 2. Distinctness and clearness, which is a part of the result of self examination;
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we would at least be so far clear in our condition as to know and be convinced that the generall strain of our way hath not been right as it should have been by very far when we cannot so well find ou• and condescend upon he particular evils, that we have been given to or have done;
we would At least be so Far clear in our condition as to know and be convinced that the general strain of our Way hath not been right as it should have been by very Far when we cannot so well find ou• and condescend upon he particular evils, that we have been given to or have done;
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Whose great desire and designe was, to have the Covenant betwixt God and them so secured, that it might hold perpetually and never any more be forgotten, they desired to keep (as we use to speak) no bank in their own hand, they allow of no reservations or exceptions,
Whose great desire and Design was, to have the Covenant betwixt God and them so secured, that it might hold perpetually and never any more be forgotten, they desired to keep (as we use to speak) no bank in their own hand, they allow of no reservations or exceptions,
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it hath as many and great advantages, attending the due and worthy Participation thereof, and as many sad consequences following the unworthy Participation of it,
it hath as many and great advantages, attending the due and worthy Participation thereof, and as many sad consequences following the unworthy Participation of it,
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Whence in a word, and but in passing, we may Observe these two things. 1. That a man will never Communicat worthily, that doth not before hand indeavour to prepare himself for it;
Whence in a word, and but in passing, we may Observe these two things. 1. That a man will never Communicate worthily, that does not before hand endeavour to prepare himself for it;
2. That a man that is not distinct in discerning himself in some measure after the examination of himself, will never aright discern the •ords Body in this Ordinance of the Communion;
2. That a man that is not distinct in discerning himself in Some measure After the examination of himself, will never aright discern the •ords Body in this Ordinance of the Communion;
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He that takes not up himself, will never take up Christ rightly. In the words more particularly we have Three great things in reference to present Communicating;
He that Takes not up himself, will never take up christ rightly. In the words more particularly we have Three great things in Referente to present Communicating;
The 1. whereof is, the great and peculiar use of the Communion, and that is, that it makes the Lords body discernible, It puts Christ in a capacitie (to speak so) to be taken up and discerned;
The 1. whereof is, the great and peculiar use of the Communion, and that is, that it makes the lords body discernible, It puts christ in a capacity (to speak so) to be taken up and discerned;
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So Chap. 10 vers. 16. The cup of blessing which we blesse, is it not the Communion of the Blood of Christ? And the bread which we break, is it not the Communion of the Body of Christ? And the sharp Judgements, that come on People •o• not dis•erning the Lords Body, and so for being guilty of Communicating unwo•thily, do shew, that not only is our Lords Body really present,
So Chap. 10 vers. 16. The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the Communion of the Blood of christ? And the bred which we break, is it not the Communion of the Body of christ? And the sharp Judgments, that come on People •o• not dis•erning the lords Body, and so for being guilty of Communicating unwo•thily, do show, that not only is our lords Body really present,
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It is in the last sense that we consider the Sacrament here, viz: as taking in, 1. Christ signified and represented by the elements, 2 The word and Covenant to which the Sacrament as a Seal is appended;
It is in the last sense that we Consider the Sacrament Here, videlicet: as taking in, 1. christ signified and represented by the elements, 2 The word and Covenant to which the Sacrament as a Seal is appended;
and not only look to it, but take hol• of it: (how this is, shal be more Particularly explained and cleared afterward for preventing of mistakes,) it is in this last sense that we understand discernible here, not excluding the former;
and not only look to it, but take hol• of it: (how this is, shall be more Particularly explained and cleared afterwards for preventing of mistakes,) it is in this last sense that we understand discernible Here, not excluding the former;
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they are these Four. 1. In what respect is Christ present and discernible in the Sacrament? Secondly to what is he made discernible and Communicable? Thirdly how the Sacrament makes him discernible,
they Are these Four. 1. In what respect is christ present and discernible in the Sacrament? Secondly to what is he made discernible and Communicable? Thirdly how the Sacrament makes him discernible,
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yet we cannot so well consider the Sacrament without Christ and the Covenant. Secondly, To what is Christ made discernible and Communicable? We answer:
yet we cannot so well Consider the Sacrament without christ and the Covenant. Secondly, To what is christ made discernible and Communicable? We answer:
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Secondly, To the Faith of his people he is present in his own ordinance; when his spirit goes along and quickens their hearts, and their faith is in exercise.
Secondly, To the Faith of his people he is present in his own Ordinance; when his Spirit Goes along and quickens their hearts, and their faith is in exercise.
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They are made to apprehend Christs Body, and to have an union with him sitting in Glory as really as they partake of the elements with their hand and feed upon them with their mouth and stomach;
They Are made to apprehend Christ Body, and to have an Union with him sitting in Glory as really as they partake of the elements with their hand and feed upon them with their Mouth and stomach;
and therefore though this presence be real, yet it's Spirituall; Faith looking and going thorow the elements takes up Christ according to the end appointed;
and Therefore though this presence be real, yet it's Spiritual; Faith looking and going thorough the elements Takes up christ according to the end appointed;
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and therefore its called the Communion of his Body, and the wine of Heaven; And in respect of the mean and way he manifests himself therein, to the eye, to the touch, to the taste,
and Therefore its called the Communion of his Body, and the wine of Heaven; And in respect of the mean and Way he manifests himself therein, to the eye, to the touch, to the taste,
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even so Christ is ma•e discernible in this ordinance, because we have our right to him which is in the word, in a special manner, confirmed to us in it:
even so christ is ma•e discernible in this Ordinance, Because we have our right to him which is in the word, in a special manner, confirmed to us in it:
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for which cause it's called the Communion of his Body: and hereby we are said to be made one Body with him: Not but that without the Sacrament it may be and is often so:
for which cause it's called the Communion of his Body: and hereby we Are said to be made one Body with him: Not but that without the Sacrament it may be and is often so:
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Fourthly, what are the reasons why Christ will have his broken Body made thus discernible and apprehensible in this Sacrament? We answer, that he will have it so for these reasons.
Fourthly, what Are the Reasons why christ will have his broken Body made thus discernible and apprehensible in this Sacrament? We answer, that he will have it so for these Reasons.
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Secondly for the Publick Professing and testifying our faith in a dieing Saviour; For in this Sacrament we profess our Faith in him, and dependence on him;
Secondly for the Public Professing and testifying our faith in a dying Saviour; For in this Sacrament we profess our Faith in him, and dependence on him;
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First instruction, for they that cannot so well take up the Lord in the word, may be some-what helped to take him up in the Sacrament as a slain Saviour,
First instruction, for they that cannot so well take up the Lord in the word, may be somewhat helped to take him up in the Sacrament as a slave Saviour,
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and O! how manie Spiritual lessons may be ha• by these significant ceremonies instituted by Christ? Secondly There is here edification unto the faith of Gods Peop•e:
and OH! how many Spiritual Lessons may be ha• by these significant ceremonies instituted by christ? Secondly There is Here edification unto the faith of God's Peop•e:
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the Gospel in its offer and Promises comes out and sayes, men and women, be it known to you, that Christ is p•eached to you and remission of sins thorow him;
the Gospel in its offer and Promises comes out and Says, men and women, be it known to you, that christ is p•eached to you and remission of Sins thorough him;
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for it sayes, O Man, here is a slain and broken Redeemer made over unto thee upon condition that thou close with him in the Covenant, as he offers himself:
for it Says, Oh Man, Here is a slave and broken Redeemer made over unto thee upon condition that thou close with him in the Covenant, as he offers himself:
and so when there has been some wavering and fainting in respect of consolation before, it proves very strengthening of the Believers consolation, considering the nature of the Ordinance:
and so when there has been Some wavering and fainting in respect of consolation before, it Proves very strengthening of the Believers consolation, considering the nature of the Ordinance:
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and in this respect the Sacrament is as a Love-token of a kind Husband to his Spouse, who when he is to remove to some considerable distance from her for a time, sayes, take and keep this in remembrance of me,
and in this respect the Sacrament is as a Love-token of a kind Husband to his Spouse, who when he is to remove to Some considerable distance from her for a time, Says, take and keep this in remembrance of me,
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yea and a Holy frame of Spirit, yet if he be ignorant of what he is called to or a doing in this Ordinance, he cannot discerne the Lords Body, and so cannot Communicat worthily:
yea and a Holy frame of Spirit, yet if he be ignorant of what he is called to or a doing in this Ordinance, he cannot discern the lords Body, and so cannot Communicate worthily:
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To open this a litle we shal speak a word to these three, 1. To the Object to be discerned. 2. To the act of discerning. 3. To the reasons why this discerning is so necessary a duty.
To open this a little we shall speak a word to these three, 1. To the Object to be discerned. 2. To the act of discerning. 3. To the Reasons why this discerning is so necessary a duty.
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First, for the Object to be discerned, It is Christ Jesus, suffering, dieing, and making over himself to his Peopl• aco•ding to his Covenant, It s Christ,
First, for the Object to be discerned, It is christ jesus, suffering, dying, and making over himself to his Peopl• aco•ding to his Covenant, It s christ,
It is taken Fo• wayes, the last whereof is the main. 1. To discern thing in Scripture is to have distinct thoughts and apprehensions concerning it, Its to take up a thing simpl• and as it is in it self;
It is taken Fo• ways, the last whereof is the main. 1. To discern thing in Scripture is to have distinct thoughts and apprehensions Concerning it, Its to take up a thing simpl• and as it is in it self;
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Thus to discern Christ present 〈 ◊ 〉 the Sacrament, is to discern how and wherefore he is present. 2. To discern a thing is to difference it from othe• things,
Thus to discern christ present 〈 ◊ 〉 the Sacrament, is to discern how and Wherefore he is present. 2. To discern a thing is to difference it from othe• things,
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and in this respect a •hing is said to be discerne• comparatively as 1 Cor. 4.7. Who maketh thee to diffe• from another? Thus to discerne this Sacrament an• Christ in it, is to difference it from other things;
and in this respect a •hing is said to be discerne• comparatively as 1 Cor. 4.7. Who makes thee to diffe• from Another? Thus to discern this Sacrament an• christ in it, is to difference it from other things;
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It is to put a difference betwixt th• Sacrament and common bread and wine; and betwix• the Sacrament and the Word and Covenant, yet with respect to the Covenant;
It is to put a difference betwixt th• Sacrament and Common bred and wine; and betwix• the Sacrament and the Word and Covenant, yet with respect to the Covenant;
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and to difference this Sacrament from other Sacraments, In respect that it looks to a dieing Saviour and Communicats him and his benefits that way. 3. To discern a thing, is to have a high esteem of it, such a• was the discerning of Meats dayes, and Places; So to discern Christ in this Ordinance, is to have a deep impression and high estimation of Jesus Christ, of his death,
and to difference this Sacrament from other Sacraments, In respect that it looks to a dying Saviour and Communicants him and his benefits that Way. 3. To discern a thing, is to have a high esteem of it, such a• was the discerning of Meats days, and Places; So to discern christ in this Ordinance, is to have a deep impression and high estimation of jesus christ, of his death,
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Such a fear and reverence as mean men will have before a King or a great man, who when they carrie not suitably before such a great person, we wil say to them, know ye where ye are? So the right discerning and uptaking of Christ here, is to have a high est•mation of him. 4. There is a complex discerning of a thing in reference to its use and end:
Such a Fear and Reverence as mean men will have before a King or a great man, who when they carry not suitably before such a great person, we will say to them, know you where you Are? So the right discerning and uptaking of christ Here, is to have a high est•mation of him. 4. There is a complex discerning of a thing in Referente to its use and end:
or we may call it a Relative discerning, which is Practicall, when a man conforms himself Sui•ably to his di•cerning of the thing, the want whereof ou• Lord reproves in the Jews, Hypoc•its (sayes he) Ye can di•cern the face of the Sky,
or we may call it a Relative discerning, which is Practical, when a man conforms himself Sui•ably to his di•cerning of the thing, the want whereof ou• Lord reproves in the jews, Hypoc•its (Says he) You can di•cern the face of the Sky,
and in this resp•ct also wh•n a man carries unsuitably before a Magistrat, it's said to him by discerning Persons, know ye where ye are? And this being the main thi•g here implied, we shall speak a litle more to it:
and in this resp•ct also wh•n a man carries unsuitably before a Magistrate, it's said to him by discerning Persons, know you where you Are? And this being the main thi•g Here implied, we shall speak a little more to it:
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thinking with delight on Christs suffering and on the end of it, and again reflecting a look on our selves to keep life in this meditation, what was I,
thinking with delight on Christ suffering and on the end of it, and again reflecting a look on our selves to keep life in this meditation, what was I,
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and for what use doth it serve, if she never look on it to mind him whom it represents? 3. It consists in an exercise of Graces, It's even (as it is laid in the Song) a making of all the Spices to cast forth their smell:
and for what use does it serve, if she never look on it to mind him whom it represents? 3. It consists in an exercise of Graces, It's even (as it is laid in the Song) a making of all the Spices to cast forth their smell:
and to have love warm to others of his people for his sake, and because he hath taken us in with others, to partake of the benefits of his love shining in his Death:
and to have love warm to Others of his people for his sake, and Because he hath taken us in with Others, to partake of the benefits of his love shining in his Death:
but in this Ordinance and according to the end of it, takes it as a pledge of Christ performing what he hath promised, making use of him for the end appointed:
but in this Ordinance and according to the end of it, Takes it as a pledge of christ performing what he hath promised, making use of him for the end appointed:
The fourth thing wherein this discerning consists, is a reflecting exercise, when we have received the Sacrament we are to reflect and consider what we have done,
The fourth thing wherein this discerning consists, is a reflecting exercise, when we have received the Sacrament we Are to reflect and Consider what we have done,
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If unbelief say, have ye gotten Christ indeed? Yes sayes the Believers faith, having received this Pledge of his love, I have gotten himself and I should Believe it;
If unbelief say, have you got christ indeed? Yes sayes the Believers faith, having received this Pledge of his love, I have got himself and I should Believe it;
and faith acts not only for receiving, but for confirming it self, that by receiving it hath an union and Communion with him, who is holden out in the Sacrament,
and faith acts not only for receiving, but for confirming it self, that by receiving it hath an Union and Communion with him, who is held out in the Sacrament,
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For if it be a seal and exhibit Christ as a seal, then faith should receive and act on it as such for attaining the end that a seal should have, supposing the condition to preceed.
For if it be a seal and exhibit christ as a seal, then faith should receive and act on it as such for attaining the end that a seal should have, supposing the condition to precede.
Fifthly, it consists in an act of spiritual affecting, when there is a Holy smacking (to speak so) and kissing of Christ, The soul digesting him for the life of the inner man,
Fifthly, it consists in an act of spiritual affecting, when there is a Holy smacking (to speak so) and kissing of christ, The soul digesting him for the life of the inner man,
and it is impossible, where these two are, but some Holy tickling of affections, which flow from the Word and from this Ordinance thus rightly gone about (as has been said) will follow:
and it is impossible, where these two Are, but Some Holy tickling of affections, which flow from the Word and from this Ordinance thus rightly gone about (as has been said) will follow:
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and if this be not, That is, if Christ be not thus discerned in the Sacrament, 1. God gets not what he calls for, Christs death is not rightly minded, his Glory and our edification are not promoved,
and if this be not, That is, if christ be not thus discerned in the Sacrament, 1. God gets not what he calls for, Christ death is not rightly minded, his Glory and our edification Are not promoved,
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But Jesus Christ discerned and received in the Ordinance, that comforts; otherwise, the ordinance in and by it's self will not promove our comfort and growth.
But jesus christ discerned and received in the Ordinance, that comforts; otherwise, the Ordinance in and by it's self will not promove our Comfort and growth.
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The Third Doctrine is, that it is, though a very common and rife, yet a very great sin not to discern the Lords body as he is holden out in this Sacrament discernible;
The Third Doctrine is, that it is, though a very Common and rife, yet a very great since not to discern the lords body as he is held out in this Sacrament discernible;
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The greatness of which may be easily gathered from what we have discoursed concerning the great priviledge of the discernibleness of the Lords body therein;
The greatness of which may be Easily gathered from what we have discoursed Concerning the great privilege of the discernibleness of the lords body therein;
from the horridness of the guilt that it involves in, even the guilt of the body and Blood of the Lord, the greatest and most horrid of all Blood guiltiness;
from the horridness of the guilt that it involves in, even the guilt of the body and Blood of the Lord, the greatest and most horrid of all Blood guiltiness;
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though it be somewhat indistinct and confused, that may be won at; yea I would not think them in a good condition that rest satisfied with themselves,
though it be somewhat indistinct and confused, that may be wone At; yea I would not think them in a good condition that rest satisfied with themselves,
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nor Christ in it, There is a discerning of the Lords Body that warrands to draw near. 2. Consider, that there is a general confusion and a particular confusion (to speak so) in going about this Ordinance:
nor christ in it, There is a discerning of the lords Body that warrants to draw near. 2. Consider, that there is a general confusion and a particular confusion (to speak so) in going about this Ordinance:
and though a serious Soul cannot get a particular promise to settle on, We say it should stick by the Covenant in general as including all particulars. 3. Consider, the discerning is not to be astricted to the very instant o• receiving,
and though a serious Soul cannot get a particular promise to settle on, We say it should stick by the Covenant in general as including all particulars. 3. Consider, the discerning is not to be astricted to the very instant o• receiving,
but we would look well what is our a•m a• endeavour al•ngst the action, and if habitually we b• indeed seriously seeking after and pursuing t•ese thing• we cannot have them all in our thoughts at once, tha• is scarce, if at all, Possible;
but we would look well what is our a•m a• endeavour al•ngst the actium, and if habitually we b• indeed seriously seeking After and pursuing t•ese thing• we cannot have them all in our thoughts At once, tha• is scarce, if At all, Possible;
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and your aime to go about the Ordinance rightly in order to that end, If the strain and Series of your way, in these, hath been honest and sincere, ye have no reason to account your selves (at least altogether) unworthy communicants:
and your aim to go about the Ordinance rightly in order to that end, If the strain and Series of your Way, in these, hath been honest and sincere, you have no reason to account your selves (At least altogether) unworthy communicants:
we shall only say these two Words, to make way for Observations; The first whereof shal be, to shew that the scope of the Parable is not to hold forth Peoples coming to the Ordinances,
we shall only say these two Words, to make Way for Observations; The First whereof shall be, to show that the scope of the Parable is not to hold forth Peoples coming to the Ordinances,
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The preaching of the Gospel is like a mans making of a marriage for his Son. The second is, that this marriage is one of the most excellent marriages that ever was:
The preaching of the Gospel is like a men making of a marriage for his Son. The second is, that this marriage is one of the most excellent marriages that ever was:
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therefore its called the Marriage of the Kings Son. The Third is, that before this marriage can be brought about and accomplished, there are many things to be made ready.
Therefore its called the Marriage of the Kings Son. The Third is, that before this marriage can be brought about and accomplished, there Are many things to be made ready.
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they are all Professors & members of the visible Church, the scope of the Parable being to shew, that the offer of this Marriage was first made to the Jews, and again renewed to them,
they Are all Professors & members of the visible Church, the scope of the Parable being to show, that the offer of this Marriage was First made to the jews, and again renewed to them,
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and then from them it came to the Gentiles, I shall in passing give you a litle hint of the nature of this Marriage in these four: 1. There is by this Gospel a real union made up betwixt Christ and the souls of Believers;
and then from them it Come to the Gentiles, I shall in passing give you a little hint of the nature of this Marriage in these four: 1. There is by this Gospel a real Union made up betwixt christ and the Souls of Believers;
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but with Christ himself Primarily and Principally, and it is so near a •ye and very close, that it is preferred unto and goe•h beyond the union that is betwixt the Husband and Wife: Ephes. 5.30.
but with christ himself Primarily and Principally, and it is so near a •ye and very close, that it is preferred unto and goe•h beyond the Union that is betwixt the Husband and Wife: Ephesians 5.30.
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We are (says the Apostle) Members of his Body, of his Flesh, and of his bones, Where alluding to that union betwixt Husband and Wife, he not only makes the union reall,
We Are (Says the Apostle) Members of his Body, of his Flesh, and of his bones, Where alluding to that Union betwixt Husband and Wife, he not only makes the Union real,
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and of the Bride to the Bridegroom; according to those w•nderfully condescending words, Hosea 3.3. Thou shalt not be for another man, So will I also be for thee:
and of the Bride to the Bridegroom; according to those w•nderfully condescending words, Hosea 3.3. Thou shalt not be for Another man, So will I also be for thee:
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the like whereo never was, nor never sh ll be from Adam to he end of the Wo ld, it's with the Kings Son with the Prince of the Kings of the earth, the Heir of all things, the brightness of the Fathers glory, the express Image of his person, who was before all things,
the like whereo never was, nor never sh ll be from Adam to he end of the Woe Lord, it's with the Kings Son with the Prince of the Kings of the earth, the Heir of all things, the brightness of the Father's glory, the express Image of his person, who was before all things,
O! is there any match like this? Is there any so great and so Noble as He? Is there an• in this world whom ye can marry, that is so rich as He? They that Marry Him shall inherit all things Rev. 21.7.
OH! is there any match like this? Is there any so great and so Noble as He? Is there an• in this world whom you can marry, that is so rich as He? They that Marry Him shall inherit all things Rev. 21.7.
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We may clear it a litle further from five or Six Particulars in the Text. 1. It's an excellent and honourable Marriage in respect of the Bridegroom who is, (as hath •een hinted) The Kings Son, who hath not another natural Son, He is he only begotten of the Father? there is not another Mediator, He is the Fathers equall and fellow; So that if (if we may put an if to it) the Father be great and glorious,
We may clear it a little further from five or Six Particulars in the Text. 1. It's an excellent and honourable Marriage in respect of the Bridegroom who is, (as hath •een hinted) The Kings Son, who hath not Another natural Son, He is he only begotten of the Father? there is not Another Mediator, He is the Father's equal and fellow; So that if (if we may put an if to it) the Father be great and glorious,
Secondly this Marriage is excellent and honourable in respect of the Brides Father in Law, (so to speak) He is the King; God the Father, Son and holy Ghost have all a hand in it;
Secondly this Marriage is excellent and honourable in respect of the Brides Father in Law, (so to speak) He is the King; God the Father, Son and holy Ghost have all a hand in it;
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and the Believer married to Christ is Daughter in law to the great God, ingrafted some way into the same stock, allayed with the same family. 2 Cor. 6.18. I will be a Father to you, and ye shall be my Sons and Daughters sayeth the Lord Almighty.
and the Believer married to christ is Daughter in law to the great God, ingrafted Some Way into the same stock, allayed with the same family. 2 Cor. 6.18. I will be a Father to you, and you shall be my Sons and Daughters Saith the Lord Almighty.
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such as righteousness, Pardon of sin, Peace, and friendship with God, the Spirit, Adoption, Sanctification, joy in the holy Ghost, grace and Glory, the hope of a Croum in those mansions that are in his Fathers House, of a seat with him at his Table and on his Throne;
such as righteousness, Pardon of since, Peace, and friendship with God, the Spirit, Adoption, Sanctification, joy in the holy Ghost, grace and Glory, the hope of a Croum in those mansions that Are in his Father's House, of a seat with him At his Table and on his Throne;
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and is not that a feast? Fourthly its Honourable and excellent in respect of its most noble rise, viz. From all eternity, in the bosome of the Father, it bred (to say so) in the Kings breast before the foundation of the World was laid;
and is not that a feast? Fourthly its Honourable and excellent in respect of its most noble rise, viz. From all eternity, in the bosom of the Father, it bred (to say so) in the Kings breast before the Foundation of the World was laid;
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Sacrifices and Offerings thou didst not desire, (saith the Mediator, Psal. 40.) Mine ears host thou opened, burnt offerings nor sin offerings thou hast not required;
Sacrifices and Offerings thou didst not desire, (Says the Mediator, Psalm 40.) Mine ears host thou opened, burned offerings nor since offerings thou hast not required;
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Fifthly, its excellent and honourable in this respect, That there was never such a concurrence of so many and so great things to commend and further a marriage as there is in this;
Fifthly, its excellent and honourable in this respect, That there was never such a concurrence of so many and so great things to commend and further a marriage as there is in this;
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Such as the making of the World, men and Angels, the incarnation of Christ or his coming into the World, his Preaching and working of Miracles for confirmation of his doctrine, his suffering and dying, rising and ascending, his giving Ministers and their gifts:
Such as the making of the World, men and Angels, the incarnation of christ or his coming into the World, his Preaching and working of Miracles for confirmation of his Doctrine, his suffering and dying, rising and ascending, his giving Ministers and their Gifts:
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was there ever a marriage contract or union bound up betwixt two such vastly and infinitly distant Parties? was there ever such honour and riches attending and following a match? such righteousness, remission of sin, Adoption, Peace with God, joy of the Holy Ghost, the Spirit, holiness in the beginning and gradual advances of it, fellowship and walking with God, the White stone, the new Name, the Throne, the Crown, Grace,
was there ever a marriage contract or Union bound up betwixt two such vastly and infinitely distant Parties? was there ever such honour and riches attending and following a match? such righteousness, remission of since, Adoption, Peace with God, joy of the Holy Ghost, the Spirit, holiness in the beginning and gradual advances of it, fellowship and walking with God, the White stone, the new Name, the Throne, the Crown, Grace,
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were there ever such easie termes and conditions? It's only, come to the Wedding; when the King comes a wooing, let him be welcomed with your hearts consent;
were there ever such easy terms and conditions? It's only, come to the Wedding; when the King comes a wooing, let him be welcomed with your hearts consent;
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and may not I add, was there ever such security and confirmation given of any marriage? it's confirmed by the death of the Bridegroom, he hath sealed his Testament with his Blood,
and may not I add, was there ever such security and confirmation given of any marriage? it's confirmed by the death of the Bridegroom, he hath sealed his Testament with his Blood,
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we confess we can tell you our very litle wha• they are, nay if all the ablest and holiest Ministers on earth, all the Angels in Heaven were joyned together they could not to the full by very far, tell what an excellent match and marriage this is,
we confess we can tell you our very little wha• they Are, nay if all the Ablest and Holiest Ministers on earth, all the Angels in Heaven were joined together they could not to the full by very Far, tell what an excellent match and marriage this is,
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therefore to remove this distance, and to bring abou• the marriage, the Son of God becomes Man, that he may be Immanual God with us, God i• our nature a•d so in capacity to be closed with.
Therefore to remove this distance, and to bring abou• the marriage, the Son of God becomes Man, that he may be Immanual God with us, God i• our nature a•d so in capacity to be closed with.
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The efore •efo•e an offer or marriage can be made to any Purp•se, •e must give himself for his Church, that he may Sanctifie and cleanse it with the Washing of water by the word:
The efore •efo•e an offer or marriage can be made to any Purp•se, •e must give himself for his Church, that he may Sanctify and cleanse it with the Washing of water by the word:
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He •ould not have access to marry his Bride, she was so u•c•mly, fi•thy and lothsom, lying in a most pityful condition, in her blood as Ezekiel sets it forth •o •he life and at great length, Chap. 16. Therefore to cleanse her, he gave himself for her.
He •ould not have access to marry his Bride, she was so u•c•mly, fi•thy and loathsome, lying in a most pitiful condition, in her blood as Ezekielem sets it forth •o •he life and At great length, Chap. 16. Therefore to cleanse her, he gave himself for her.
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then said I, lo I come &c. For taking away the curse and reconciling the elect to G d, the Father sayes (as it were) I must needs be once in friend•hip with them, ere I can admit them to my house;
then said I, lo I come etc. For taking away the curse and reconciling the elect to G worser, the Father Says (as it were) I must needs be once in friend•hip with them, ere I can admit them to my house;
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Fourthly when this is done, the marriage must be proclaimed through the world by the Preached Gospel, the contract must be opened up and read, and sinners consent called for;
Fourthly when this is done, the marriage must be proclaimed through the world by the Preached Gospel, the contract must be opened up and read, and Sinners consent called for;
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We are told therein, that the Word is made flesh and dwelt amongst us, and because No man hath seen God at any time, the only begotten Son who is in the bosom of the Father, he declares him:
We Are told therein, that the Word is made Flesh and dwelled among us, and Because No man hath seen God At any time, the only begotten Son who is in the bosom of the Father, he declares him:
Fifthly, the last thing to be removed is the uncircumcision and stupidness of our hearts, naturally we are given to slight him in his offers, to refuse to open to him,
Fifthly, the last thing to be removed is the uncircumcision and stupidness of our hearts, naturally we Are given to slight him in his offers, to refuse to open to him,
we are told, John 6 44. That no man can come to Christ except the Father that sent him draw him, and Psal. 110.3. It is Promised, that in the day of his Power His people shal be willing:
we Are told, John 6 44. That no man can come to christ except the Father that sent him draw him, and Psalm 110.3. It is Promised, that in the day of his Power His people shall be willing:
and by the great things made offer of therein, all things are made ready; Obstructions and what ever might hinder the closing of the Marriage are removed;
and by the great things made offer of therein, all things Are made ready; Obstructions and what ever might hinder the closing of the Marriage Are removed;
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the Son is ready to take all by the hand that will embrace him: Pardon of Sin, Peace, with God, Sanctification, the mansion &c: are ready to be bestowed:
the Son is ready to take all by the hand that will embrace him: Pardon of since, Peace, with God, Sanctification, the mansion etc.: Are ready to be bestowed:
which if they do, all things shall be theirs, even life eternal, and all things that may fit them for it, Promises for this life and that which is to come,
which if they do, all things shall be theirs, even life Eternal, and all things that may fit them for it, Promises for this life and that which is to come,
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Psal. 81 7. That he came to his own and his own received him not Joh. 1.11. And that they will not come to him that they might have life. Joh. 5.40. make out his willingness abundantly and undenyably.
Psalm 81 7. That he Come to his own and his own received him not John 1.11. And that they will not come to him that they might have life. John 5.40. make out his willingness abundantly and undeniably.
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but request, intreat, perswade, pray and obtest, yea command and compell them to come to the Marriage, by holding forth the curse which comes on them that will not come:
but request, entreat, persuade, pray and obtest, yea command and compel them to come to the Marriage, by holding forth the curse which comes on them that will not come:
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Needs there any proof of this? do not the Masters sending and the se•van•s coming call for it? do not his preparing of all things, his inviting to the Marriage,
Needs there any proof of this? do not the Masters sending and the se•van•s coming call for it? do not his preparing of all things, his inviting to the Marriage,
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The Eighth and last Observation was, that all they that come may expect a very good and heartsome welcome, none need to fear, that they shal not be made welcome, seeing they are come not uncalled, they shall not sit unserved:
The Eighth and last Observation was, that all they that come may expect a very good and heartsome welcome, none need to Fear, that they shall not be made welcome, seeing they Are come not uncalled, they shall not fit unserved:
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Even when the debaucht runagate had spent all by riotous living and would fain have told out the sad and shameful story of his grosse miscarriages and great unworthiness he interrupts him and says, in a manner, Son hold thy peace as to that, I know well it is grievous to thee, go quickly and put on the robe, the Ring and the shoes that are provided for thee.
Even when the debauched runagate had spent all by riotous living and would fain have told out the sad and shameful story of his gross miscarriages and great unworthiness he interrupts him and Says, in a manner, Son hold thy peace as to that, I know well it is grievous to thee, go quickly and put on the robe, the Ring and the shoes that Are provided for thee.
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to speak suitably in the name of the Lord, and to lay before you this contract of marriage with such a Bridegroom? Beloved hearers, are ye in a suitable Posture to tryst with him? Do ye think that ye are for this Marriage? is it your serious purpose to close the bargain with him? If so, Pray the Lord to give us to speak and you to hear the word in such manner as it may be a marriage-day indeed:
to speak suitably in the name of the Lord, and to lay before you this contract of marriage with such a Bridegroom? beloved hearers, Are you in a suitable Posture to tryst with him? Do you think that you Are for this Marriage? is it your serious purpose to close the bargain with him? If so, Pray the Lord to give us to speak and you to hear the word in such manner as it may be a Marriage day indeed:
but few who doe indeed believe, that the Eternal God hath this design of a marriage betwixt him and sinners? Therefore let not your hearts be straitned, only believe that this is the good word of God, that these are the faithful & true sayings of him that cannot lie,
but few who do indeed believe, that the Eternal God hath this Design of a marriage betwixt him and Sinners? Therefore let not your hearts be straitened, only believe that this is the good word of God, that these Are the faithful & true sayings of him that cannot lie,
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It's somewhat hard to deliver or receive a word of threatning in faith, but in some respect, more hard to believe a word of Promise and of consolation;
It's somewhat hard to deliver or receive a word of threatening in faith, but in Some respect, more hard to believe a word of Promise and of consolation;
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Secondly, Rouze, stretch and enlarge your understandings, and your hearts and affections, for beholding, conceiving and embracing this rich bargain of Grace:
Secondly, Rouse, stretch and enlarge your understandings, and your hearts and affections, for beholding, conceiving and embracing this rich bargain of Grace:
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Thirdly, In a word, would you know what we have to do with you, or what is our commission to you this day? This is even it, to tell you that the King hath made a marriage for his Son,
Thirdly, In a word, would you know what we have to do with you, or what is our commission to you this day? This is even it, to tell you that the King hath made a marriage for his Son,
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yea this same King that hath made this wedding ready, and hath carved out this way of throughing his designe, by speaking to you in his Word by his servants, speaks to you by us,
yea this same King that hath made this wedding ready, and hath carved out this Way of throughing his Design, by speaking to you in his Word by his Servants, speaks to you by us,
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•f ye want a house, if ye want meat or drink, he will provide for you, what ever it be that you really stand in need of for Soul or body, in time o• eternity, ye shall have 〈 ◊ 〉 from him;
•f you want a house, if you want meat or drink, he will provide for you, what ever it be that you really stand in need of for Soul or body, in time o• eternity, you shall have 〈 ◊ 〉 from him;
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or to those wh•• a e called 2. To wha• they a•e called •o 3. To the terms on which they are called. 4. To the manner how ye should come. 5. To the Peremptoriness of the call,
or to those wh•• a e called 2. To wha• they a•e called •o 3. To the terms on which they Are called. 4. To the manner how you should come. 5. To the Peremptoriness of the call,
nor the Smal only, not the holy only, nor the Profane only, but ye are all bidden, the call comes to all and every one of you in Particular, Poor and rich, high and low, holy and prophane;
nor the Small only, not the holy only, nor the Profane only, but you Are all bidden, the call comes to all and every one of you in Particular, Poor and rich, high and low, holy and profane;
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and he that hath no money, Let him come: whosoever will let him come and take of the water of life freely, Rev. 22.17. Our blessed Lord Jesus is not straitned in his call;
and he that hath no money, Let him come: whosoever will let him come and take of the water of life freely, Rev. 22.17. Our blessed Lord jesus is not straitened in his call;
I say we make this offer to all of you, to you that are Atheists, to you that are Graceless, to you that are Ignorant, to you that are Hypocrits, to you that are Lazie and Luk-warm, to the Civil and to the Prophane;
I say we make this offer to all of you, to you that Are Atheists, to you that Are Graceless, to you that Are Ignorant, to you that Are Hypocrites, to you that Are Lazy and Lukewarm, to the Civil and to the Profane;
And therefore before we proceed any further, we do Solemnly Protest, and before God & his Son Jesus Christ, take instruments this day, that this offer is made to you;
And Therefore before we proceed any further, we do Solemnly Protest, and before God & his Son jesus christ, take Instruments this day, that this offer is made to you;
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Now, I put you all to it, whether will ye subscribe it or not? and I would not put one of you without the reach of this invitation; however we be, Alace!
Now, I put you all to it, whither will you subscribe it or not? and I would not put one of you without the reach of this invitation; however we be, Alace!
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much carnal in speaking his mind, yet we desire not to obscure nor limit our Lords grace, he calls all of you to the wedding, he hath sent us out as his Servants (though of all the most unworthy) to close and conclude the contract of Marriage with you this day, if you be willing.
much carnal in speaking his mind, yet we desire not to Obscure nor limit our lords grace, he calls all of you to the wedding, he hath sent us out as his Servants (though of all the most unworthy) to close and conclude the contract of Marriage with you this day, if you be willing.
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we would (as the Apostle speaks, 2 Cor. 11.2) Espouse you to one husband, that we m ght present you a chast Virgin to Christ, and have you hand-fasted to him, as the word is:
we would (as the Apostle speaks, 2 Cor. 11.2) Espouse you to one husband, that we m ght present you a chaste Virgae to christ, and have you handfasted to him, as the word is:
and one of such seasons of his grace, to make this offer to great and small, rich and Poor, learned and unlearned, Gracious and Graceless, Hypocrites and prophane;
and one of such seasons of his grace, to make this offer to great and small, rich and Poor, learned and unlearned, Gracious and Graceless, Hypocrites and profane;
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If ye will as it were, put your hand to the Pen, and Subscribe your selves heartily content to take him, ye shall most certainly have him and all his benefits:
If you will as it were, put your hand to the Pen, and Subscribe your selves heartily content to take him, you shall most Certainly have him and all his benefits:
in Sum (as it is, 1 Cor. 1.31.) He is made of God unto you Wisdome, Righteousness, Sanctification and Redemption; He hath made all things yours (as it is 1 Cor. 3.21.) And in him ye are compleat, (as the Apostle hath it, Col. 2.10.) Ye need never go out of him, to seek for any thing truly good that ye stand in need of.
in Sum (as it is, 1 Cor. 1.31.) He is made of God unto you Wisdom, Righteousness, Sanctification and Redemption; He hath made all things yours (as it is 1 Cor. 3.21.) And in him you Are complete, (as the Apostle hath it, Col. 2.10.) the need never go out of him, to seek for any thing truly good that you stand in need of.
and this takes in Sanctification, dying to sin and living to Righteousness, adorning the Gospel, living answerably to the severall relations ye stand in:
and this Takes in Sanctification, dying to since and living to Righteousness, adorning the Gospel, living answerably to the several relations you stand in:
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Fourthly ye would consider the Peremptoriness of this call, to accept of and to Marrie our Lord Jesus Christ on these terms, it's not an ordinary complement,
Fourthly you would Consider the Peremptoriness of this call, to accept of and to Marry our Lord jesus christ on these terms, it's not an ordinary compliment,
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and therefore we intimat to you that are Married and Joyned to Idols, that ye must be divorced from those and betake you to him alone The Second Is, the Peremptoriness of the terms we speak of;
and Therefore we intimat to you that Are Married and Joined to Idols, that you must be divorced from those and betake you to him alone The Second Is, the Peremptoriness of the terms we speak of;
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we cannot and ye must not alter one jote or title, Ye must deny your selves, ye must be content to be divorced from your lusts and Idols, ye must renounce your own righteousness,
we cannot and you must not altar one Jote or title, You must deny your selves, you must be content to be divorced from your Lustiest and Idols, you must renounce your own righteousness,
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Are there any here now looking up to him? Are there any here that would fain have it a closed bargain? Are there any here that believe these things as the truths of God? Then we pray you let them sink down into your hearts, and come.
are there any Here now looking up to him? are there any Here that would fain have it a closed bargain? are there any Here that believe these things as the truths of God? Then we pray you let them sink down into your hearts, and come.
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And to press this a little further, let me ask, what can hinder the making of this bargain? is it the want of notice or timeous intimation of it? That cannot he, ye are clearly convinced of the contrary:
And to press this a little further, let me ask, what can hinder the making of this bargain? is it the want of notice or timeous intimation of it? That cannot he, you Are clearly convinced of the contrary:
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or if this be not win at to Satisfaction, are there any rouzing and stretching themselves to essay how it will go with them? what are ye doing? Is it a bargain or not? ye must say,
or if this be not win At to Satisfaction, Are there any Rousing and stretching themselves to essay how it will go with them? what Are you doing? Is it a bargain or not? you must say,
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we cannot allow you an hours time to advise, especially from indifferency, yea if ye begin to take advisement for shifting a present closure, Christs call and invitation,
we cannot allow you an hours time to Advice, especially from indifferency, yea if you begin to take advisement for shifting a present closure, Christ call and invitation,
and close with him presently, or ye may never have the like opportunity, There is a necessity imposed on you from the command to come, from the curse and prejudice that abides you,
and close with him presently, or you may never have the like opportunity, There is a necessity imposed on you from the command to come, from the curse and prejudice that abides you,
Now let me speak a word further to this purpose, what can marr the matter, what can obstruct its being a bargain? certainly it must be one of three: Either first:
Now let me speak a word further to this purpose, what can mar the matter, what can obstruct its being a bargain? Certainly it must be one of three: Either First:
I appeal even to you Atheists, and Profane Wretches, that live and ly in your Lusts, Is there a beloved like this Beloved? hath He a match in Heaven or Earth? Is He not the Kings Son? and if ye ask who that is, ye may hear and know from Psal. 24. The King of Glory, the Lord of Hosts, strong and mighty in Battel, and from Heb 1.3. The brightness of the Fathers Glory, the express Image of his Person, upholding all things by the word of his Power:
I appeal even to you Atheists, and Profane Wretches, that live and lie in your Lustiest, Is there a Beloved like this beloved? hath He a match in Heaven or Earth? Is He not the Kings Son? and if you ask who that is, you may hear and know from Psalm 24. The King of Glory, the Lord of Hosts, strong and mighty in Battle, and from Hebrew 1.3. The brightness of the Father's Glory, the express Image of his Person, upholding all things by the word of his Power:
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What is thy beloved more then another Beloved? What is yonder Christ of whom we hear so much? The answer is given (which we cannot stay now to Paraphase upon) He is white and ruddi•, the chiefest,
What is thy Beloved more then Another beloved? What is yonder christ of whom we hear so much? The answer is given (which we cannot stay now to paraphrase upon) He is white and ruddi•, the chiefest,
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Yea his very Garments smel of Myrrhe, Aloes, and Cassia, (as it is Psal. 45.) His eyes are as the eyes of Doves by the Rivers of waters washed with milk and fitly set, O! so lovely as his Properties are, his Cheeks as beds of Spices, as sweet flowers:
Yea his very Garments Smell of Myrrh, Aloes, and Cassia, (as it is Psalm 45.) His eyes Are as the eyes of Dove by the rivers of waters washed with milk and fitly Set, OH! so lovely as his Properties Are, his Cheeks as Beds of Spices, as sweet flowers:
O! Ye despisers and slighters of the Son of God, put your selves to it, Is there any like him to be found? has he not the preference of and the Preheminence above all beloveds? He is the only begotten of the Father full of Grace and truth;
OH! You despisers and slighters of the Son of God, put your selves to it, Is there any like him to be found? has he not the preference of and the Pre-eminence above all beloveds? He is the only begotten of the Father full of Grace and truth;
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But I would ask you, is there any unreasonable thing here? Or shall all those termes be sought after, in some respect, in the Marriage of a poor creature like your selves? And will ye deny them to Christ? 1. If you get his righteousness;
But I would ask you, is there any unreasonable thing Here? Or shall all those terms be sought After, in Some respect, in the Marriage of a poor creature like your selves? And will you deny them to christ? 1. If you get his righteousness;
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should ye not deny your own? If ye come under the Covenant of Grace with him, is there any prejudice to lay by the Covenant of works? If ye get him for your second Husband,
should you not deny your own? If you come under the Covenant of Grace with him, is there any prejudice to lay by the Covenant of works? If you get him for your second Husband,
because it is free? Secondly, Is it not reasonable that ye should give him the room of all things? If He be able to fill the room of all, let him have his room,
Because it is free? Secondly, Is it not reasonable that you should give him the room of all things? If He be able to fill the room of all, let him have his room,
and if ye be not content of this condition, ye say he is not worth the having. 3. Is it not reasonable that ye should be devoted to him in your Conversation? That ye should no longer Play the harlot,
and if you be not content of this condition, you say he is not worth the having. 3. Is it not reasonable that you should be devoted to him in your Conversation? That you should not longer Play the harlot,
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but be as a chast Virgin to him? Is it any advantage to you to follow your Idols, that wil go betwixt you and happiness? If Heaven be an advantage, it is your advantage to quit them and be for Christ;
but be as a chaste Virgae to him? Is it any advantage to you to follow your Idols, that will go betwixt you and happiness? If Heaven be an advantage, it is your advantage to quit them and be for christ;
Or is it any Prejudice to be Holy? Or will ye quit Christ, because ye must be Holy? Or will ye refuse him because he will not suffer you, to your ruine, to take your own will as formerly? yea it is not only reasonable, but very good and Profitable;
Or is it any Prejudice to be Holy? Or will you quit christ, Because you must be Holy? Or will you refuse him Because he will not suffer you, to your ruin, to take your own will as formerly? yea it is not only reasonable, but very good and Profitable;
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and any of you that will stand and stick at the termes that are so just equitable and every way reasonable and easie with all, we take your own consciences to be witnesses that they are so,
and any of you that will stand and stick At the terms that Are so just equitable and every Way reasonable and easy with all, we take your own Consciences to be Witnesses that they Are so,
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I answer, 1. May ye not then the better quit and deny your selves, and take Christ in the room and place of self? 2. I Ans. Christ makes no such objection, He bids the most Prophane, the most Ignorant and Graceless wretch, the most Hypocriticall dissembler, that never knew what it was to be honest come,
I answer, 1. May you not then the better quit and deny your selves, and take christ in the room and place of self? 2. I Ans. christ makes no such objection, He bids the most Profane, the most Ignorant and Graceless wretch, the most Hypocritical dissembler, that never knew what it was to be honest come,
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I Answer, Engage and consent to close with Christ on his own terms, and doing and keeping shall follow, to give thy consent is that which thou art now called to,
I Answer, Engage and consent to close with christ on his own terms, and doing and keeping shall follow, to give thy consent is that which thou art now called to,
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Answer, But is it likely that thou wilt make good such a purpose, who darest not engage? Or will purposes and resolutions do the business without performing? Purposes of Marriage make not the Marriage? It is actuall consent and engaging which doth that.
Answer, But is it likely that thou wilt make good such a purpose, who Darest not engage? Or will Purposes and resolutions do the business without performing? Purposes of Marriage make not the Marriage? It is actual consent and engaging which does that.
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Answer, What is this thou sayest? Will your frame be amended without Christ? will those swarms of Corruptions be beat out before thou take in the King of Glory, who is strong and mighty in Battel?
Answer, What is this thou Sayest? Will your frame be amended without christ? will those swarms of Corruptions be beatrice out before thou take in the King of Glory, who is strong and mighty in Battle?
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If thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe with thy heart, that God raised Him from the dead, thou shalt be saved, Rom. 10.9. Endeavour to make thy Mouth engage thine heart;
If thou shalt confess with thy Mouth the Lord jesus, and shalt believe with thy heart, that God raised Him from the dead, thou shalt be saved, Rom. 10.9. Endeavour to make thy Mouth engage thine heart;
act Faith with the understanding, labouring honestly to bring up thy Will and affections and though ye win not now to a Faith that is distinct, it shall come in a due time:
act Faith with the understanding, labouring honestly to bring up thy Will and affections and though you win not now to a Faith that is distinct, it shall come in a due time:
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and standing on Ceremonies (to speak so) with our Lord,) among which this is one, I wot not If I be in the Covenant and Contract of Redemption, I know not if I be one of Gods elect:
and standing on Ceremonies (to speak so) with our Lord,) among which this is one, I wot not If I be in the Covenant and Contract of Redemption, I know not if I be one of God's elect:
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have ye any thing to do with that secret by a leap and at First hand? are ye not called to Marry Christ? Is not that his revealed will to you? I protest in his name, this is the thing that ye are called to:
have you any thing to do with that secret by a leap and At First hand? Are you not called to Marry christ? Is not that his revealed will to you? I protest in his name, this is the thing that you Are called to:
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and will ye make an exception, where he has made none? Or will ye shift obedience to a clear command, upon a supposed decree, which you cannot know but by the effects? Will ye reason so in the matter of your eating and drinking? upon a supposition that God hath decreed, that ye shall die to Morrow or within a few dayes, will ye this day not take your dinner,
and will you make an exception, where he has made none? Or will you shift Obedience to a clear command, upon a supposed Decree, which you cannot know but by the effects? Will you reason so in the matter of your eating and drinking? upon a supposition that God hath decreed, that you shall die to Morrow or within a few days, will you this day not take your dinner,
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if God hath appointed you to live so and so long? Will ye forbear therefore your callings? Or will any of you, in seeking after a match in the World, reason so? Will ye not seek after nor Marry such a Woman, till ye be clear that God hath decreed her to be your Wife? When or whom would ye Marry at this rate of reasoning? But 2. Because there is a sort of facultie and facilitie here to dispute against God, I answer by way of question, were there ever any that had that doubt cleared to them before they came to Christ? whoever would have come to him,
if God hath appointed you to live so and so long? Will you forbear Therefore your callings? Or will any of you, in seeking After a match in the World, reason so? Will you not seek After nor Marry such a Woman, till you be clear that God hath decreed her to be your Wife? When or whom would you Marry At this rate of reasoning? But 2. Because there is a sort of faculty and facility Here to dispute against God, I answer by Way of question, were there ever any that had that doubt cleared to them before they Come to christ? whoever would have come to him,
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if they had stayed till that had been taken out of the way? Or hath the Lord told that to any before they came? Hath he said to them, believe for ye are Elected:
if they had stayed till that had been taken out of the Way? Or hath the Lord told that to any before they Come? Hath he said to them, believe for you Are Elected:
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but his method is thus, believe, and ye shall know in due time that ye are Elected. 3 Is there any that can say, that the offer or the refusall of the match depended on this? If any of you will say,
but his method is thus, believe, and you shall know in due time that you Are Elected. 3 Is there any that can say, that the offer or the refusal of the match depended on this? If any of you will say,
And further ye may take Christs Answer to this Objection, from John 6.39. Where there are two wills, or rather two things willed, of equal extent betwixt the Father and Christ in the Covenant of Redemption, under which all the elect come:
And further you may take Christ Answer to this Objection, from John 6.39. Where there Are two wills, or rather two things willed, of equal extent betwixt the Father and christ in the Covenant of Redemption, under which all the elect come:
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It will be greatly to your prejudice, to sit or shift the invitation: ye have the Contract laid before you, alter not the Terms, dispute not, delay not:
It will be greatly to your prejudice, to fit or shift the invitation: you have the Contract laid before you, altar not the Terms, dispute not, Delay not:
The adverb only, intimats to them, that this was so necessary and of so great concernment, that in a manner it was their one thing they had to do, In comparison of which, in a manner, they had no other thing else to do,
The adverb only, intimates to them, that this was so necessary and of so great concernment, that in a manner it was their one thing they had to do, In comparison of which, in a manner, they had no other thing Else to do,
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and for which he commends them, Chap. 4. And in the close of the verse he instanceth Two Particulars, wherein he would have their Conversation suiting the Gospel;
and for which he commends them, Chap. 4. And in the close of the verse he Instanceth Two Particulars, wherein he would have their Conversation suiting the Gospel;
The First Qualification is, joint and united stayedness and stedfastness, that they be not fleeting and wavering to and fro, easily disjointed and divided one from another, as many light Professors are:
The First Qualification is, joint and united sadness and steadfastness, that they be not fleeting and wavering to and from, Easily disjointed and divided one from Another, as many Light Professors Are:
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and serious in the Practice and exercise of Faith; Desireable and excellent Qualifications of a Christian, viz. Purity, Solidity, and seriousness in Religion.
and serious in the Practice and exercise of Faith; Desirable and excellent Qualifications of a Christian, viz. Purity, Solidity, and seriousness in Religion.
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That, they who are Priviledged with the Gospel, ought seriously to endeavour, and to make it their great business, to have their Conversation suitable to, and becoming the same.
That, they who Are Privileged with the Gospel, ought seriously to endeavour, and to make it their great business, to have their Conversation suitable to, and becoming the same.
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As for the First, I think I may say, that if ye had the Apostle Paul Preaching to you who have been Communicants yester-day, this would be the great dutie which he would enforce upon you:
As for the First, I think I may say, that if you had the Apostle Paul Preaching to you who have been Communicants yesterday, this would be the great duty which he would enforce upon you:
as namelie, Luke 1.74, 75. 2 Cor. 7.1. Tit. 2.10, 11, 12 1 Pet. 1.15. Philip. 3 20. More Particularlie, from other Scriptures ye may take it up in these:
as namely, Lycia 1.74, 75. 2 Cor. 7.1. Tit. 2.10, 11, 12 1 Pet. 1.15. Philip. 3 20. More Particularly, from other Scriptures you may take it up in these:
and such a walk becomes the Gospel. 1. In the Substance of it, Our blessed Lord Jesus is (as it were) the Text on whom the Gospel is a notable Commentarie,
and such a walk becomes the Gospel. 1. In the Substance of it, Our blessed Lord jesus is (as it were) the Text on whom the Gospel is a notable Commentary,
and what he did and how he suffered, is proposed as a fair Copie for us to write after in all things wherein he is set forth to us as a pattern for our Imitation. 2. That from whence the Gospel comes,
and what he did and how he suffered, is proposed as a fair Copy for us to write After in all things wherein he is Set forth to us as a pattern for our Imitation. 2. That from whence the Gospel comes,
and To walk as it becomes the Gospel, is to walk suitablie to that love. 3. To walk as becomes the Gospel, is to walk suitablie to the great offers of it,
and To walk as it becomes the Gospel, is to walk suitably to that love. 3. To walk as becomes the Gospel, is to walk suitably to the great offers of it,
To walk suitablie to all the excellent things, the sublimelie Spirituall and divine things Promised. 4. It is to walk suitablie to the Commands and directions of the Gospel, in reference to all duties:
To walk suitably to all the excellent things, the sublimelie Spiritual and divine things Promised. 4. It is to walk suitably to the Commands and directions of the Gospel, in Referente to all duties:
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having therefore (saith the Apostle, 2 Cor. 7.1.) These Promises let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness of the flesh and Spirit, perfecting Holiness in the fear of God.
having Therefore (Says the Apostle, 2 Cor. 7.1.) These Promises let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness of the Flesh and Spirit, perfecting Holiness in the Fear of God.
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If it should be enquired what is it to have a respect to these in our walk? We answer, it supposeth and includeth these things. 1. A likeness and conformitie, that what is called for in the matter of dutie,
If it should be inquired what is it to have a respect to these in our walk? We answer, it Supposeth and includeth these things. 1. A likeness and conformity, that what is called for in the matter of duty,
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or offered in the Promise, we studie to be like it, We all (saith the Apostle 2 Cor. 3 18.) Beholding, as in a Glass, the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same Image, from Glory to Glory,
or offered in the Promise, we study to be like it, We all (Says the Apostle 2 Cor. 3 18.) Beholding, as in a Glass, the glory of the Lord, Are changed into the same Image, from Glory to Glory,
(for certainlie they neither walk as it becomes the Gospel, nor are worthie of it, who make not use of him) to be making right use of the Ordinances, word and Sacraments,
(for Certainly they neither walk as it becomes the Gospel, nor Are worthy of it, who make not use of him) to be making right use of the Ordinances, word and Sacraments,
and of all appointed means of edification, Publick, Privat and secret, and to be making right use of the comforts of the Gospel, whereof there is through Christ a verie large and liberal allowance on Christians. 3. It includes our delighting our selves in the Gospel, our endeavouring to be cheerfull, to be cheered and made glad by the good things in it:
and of all appointed means of edification, Public, Private and secret, and to be making right use of the comforts of the Gospel, whereof there is through christ a very large and liberal allowance on Christians. 3. It includes our delighting our selves in the Gospel, our endeavouring to be cheerful, to be cheered and made glad by the good things in it:
as our Carriage may be a Commendation to the Gospel, & an Ornament to the Profession of it, that, not only, reproachers may be ashamed, who falsly accuse our good Conversation;
as our Carriage may be a Commendation to the Gospel, & an Ornament to the Profession of it, that, not only, reproachers may be ashamed, who falsely accuse our good Conversation;
so holding forth the word of Life (being practicall Preachers) by our convincing and edifieing carriage, in our severall Capacities, Callings, Stations and Relations, that they who are not won by the word, may be won to the love of Christ,
so holding forth the word of Life (being practical Preachers) by our convincing and edifying carriage, in our several Capacities, Callings, Stations and Relations, that they who Are not wone by the word, may be wone to the love of christ,
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a failing or defect in any of which, makes a Conversation in so far to be unbecoming the Gospel. 1. It calls for Holiness in respect of all sorts of duties, be ye Holy (saith Peter, 1 Pet. 1.15.) in all manner of Conversation, as God is Holy: in Prosperitie and Adversity:
a failing or defect in any of which, makes a Conversation in so Far to be unbecoming the Gospel. 1. It calls for Holiness in respect of all sorts of duties, be you Holy (Says Peter, 1 Pet. 1.15.) in all manner of Conversation, as God is Holy: in Prosperity and Adversity:
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and Presseth that he be Sanctified throughout, So 1 Thess. 5.23. The Apostle Prays, the God of peace Sanctifie you wholly, and I pray God your whole Spirit Soul and Body, be Preserved blameless; And 2 Cor. 7.1. It puts to cleanse from all filth of the Flesh and Spirit:
and Presseth that he be Sanctified throughout, So 1 Thess 5.23. The Apostle Prays, the God of peace Sanctify you wholly, and I pray God your Whole Spirit Soul and Body, be Preserved blameless; And 2 Cor. 7.1. It puts to cleanse from all filth of the Flesh and Spirit:
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That the will be straight and brought up to the straight rule of obedience; and that the Conscience be keeped tender, that it be neither darkned nor impure;
That the will be straight and brought up to the straight Rule of Obedience; and that the Conscience be keeped tender, that it be neither darkened nor impure;
That the members of the Body be yeelded as instruments unto righteousness. 4. It is extended to holiness, in respect of all capacities, Callings, Stations and Relations, of Husbands and Wives, of Masters and Servants, of Parents and Children,
That the members of the Body be yielded as Instruments unto righteousness. 4. It is extended to holiness, in respect of all capacities, Callings, Stations and Relations, of Husbands and Wives, of Masters and Servants, of Parents and Children,
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as the Apostle Paul Heartily and frequently doth in his Epistles, namely, Col. 3. and 4. Eph. 5. and 6. Tit. 2. Where he presses it upon Servants by this Argument, That the Doctrine of God may be adorned:
as the Apostle Paul Heartily and frequently does in his Epistles, namely, Col. 3. and 4. Ephesians 5. and 6. Tit. 2. Where he presses it upon Servants by this Argument, That the Doctrine of God may be adorned:
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and on wives by this, that the Doct ine of God may not be blasphemed, and on all thus, That the grace of God hath appeared in the Gospel (for that very end.
and on wives by this, that the Doct ine of God may not be blasphemed, and on all thus, That the grace of God hath appeared in the Gospel (for that very end.
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in the whole tract of our conversation, at home and abroad, in secret and publick, in prosperity and adversitie. 6. It's extended to and requireth Perfect Holiness, Holiness at the highest pitch,
in the Whole tract of our Conversation, At home and abroad, in secret and public, in Prosperity and adversity. 6. It's extended to and requires Perfect Holiness, Holiness At the highest pitch,
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So Matth. 5. Be ye perfect as your Heavenly Father is perfect, And 1 Pet. •1. 15. Be ye Holy in all manner of Conversation, as God that calleth you is Holy:
So Matthew 5. Be you perfect as your Heavenly Father is perfect, And 1 Pet. •1. 15. Be you Holy in all manner of Conversation, as God that calls you is Holy:
to look on the Gospel thus, as carving out a Christians duty and walk so very exactly, in this extent and at this pitch, makes it appear to be very strict,
to look on the Gospel thus, as carving out a Christians duty and walk so very exactly, in this extent and At this pitch, makes it appear to be very strict,
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It dispenseth with no sin, nor with any degree of any sin, nor with the least Omission of any dutie, more then doth the Law. 3. The Authority and obligation, that lyes on and binds to Holiness, is no less in the Gospel,
It dispenseth with no since, nor with any degree of any since, nor with the least Omission of any duty, more then does the Law. 3. The authority and obligation, that lies on and binds to Holiness, is no less in the Gospel,
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So then, when ye are called to walk as becomes the Gospel: ye would know that ye are not to dispense with your selves, in the least, in any duty that the law calleth for:
So then, when you Are called to walk as becomes the Gospel: you would know that you Are not to dispense with your selves, in the least, in any duty that the law calls for:
Where we would speak, 1. Of some qualifications, that the Gospel addeth, as to the Performance of the same duties, which t•• Law requires. 2. Of some particular duties which it doth more especially call for,
Where we would speak, 1. Of Some qualifications, that the Gospel adds, as to the Performance of the same duties, which t•• Law requires. 2. Of Some particular duties which it does more especially call for,
and when we speak of the glory of God, we take in the glory of Grace and the glory of the Redeemer, who furnisheth Grace. 2. It adds a sweet Motive, viz. love to Jesus Christ:
and when we speak of the glory of God, we take in the glory of Grace and the glory of the Redeemer, who furnisheth Grace. 2. It adds a sweet Motive, viz. love to jesus christ:
John 15.5, 4. There is a Qualification, required in respect of the frame of our own heart, with respect to a twofold fear, one is a filial and reverentiall fear, that proceeds from Faith, in which we are to work out the work of our Salvation.
John 15.5, 4. There is a Qualification, required in respect of the frame of our own heart, with respect to a twofold Fear, one is a filial and reverential Fear, that proceeds from Faith, in which we Are to work out the work of our Salvation.
The other is, that it be without the fear that is opposite to the former as the word is. Luke 1.74. The Gospel calleth us in our walk, to have a fear without fear, a reverentiall fear, without slavish fear:
The other is, that it be without the Fear that is opposite to the former as the word is. Lycia 1.74. The Gospel calls us in our walk, to have a Fear without Fear, a reverential Fear, without slavish Fear:
nor to be without filial fear, for that is presumption, but to have faith and fear mixed together. 5. The Gospel qualifies our walk in spiritual duties, in respect of our cheerfulness in going about them, which are to us (in so far as we have corruption in us) Heavy and grievous;
nor to be without filial Fear, for that is presumption, but to have faith and Fear mixed together. 5. The Gospel Qualifies our walk in spiritual duties, in respect of our cheerfulness in going about them, which Are to us (in so Far as we have corruption in us) Heavy and grievous;
As for the Particular duties, at least some of the duties, that are more particularly called for in this walk and Conversation becoming the Gospel: Ye may take these shortly.
As for the Particular duties, At least Some of the duties, that Are more particularly called for in this walk and Conversation becoming the Gospel: You may take these shortly.
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I doubt much if the exercise of hope be well known to Christians in this Generation, few know what it is to Hope to the end, as Peter exhorts, 1 Pet. 1.13. A Fourth Is, the denyall of our selves, and the exercise of Humility;
I doubt much if the exercise of hope be well known to Christians in this Generation, few know what it is to Hope to the end, as Peter exhorts, 1 Pet. 1.13. A Fourth Is, the denial of our selves, and the exercise of Humility;
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If any man will follow me, let him deny himself, saith our Lord Matth. 16. A Fifth is, much Mortification, That we be crucified to the World, to our self, and to our sinfull lusts;
If any man will follow me, let him deny himself, Says our Lord Matthew 16. A Fifth is, much Mortification, That we be Crucified to the World, to our self, and to our sinful Lustiest;
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And he exhorts Christians, Col. 3.5. To Mortifie their members which are upon the Earth: Fornication, Uncleanness, Inordinat Affection, Covetousness, &c. A Sixth is, Much Patience, Meekness, Forbearance, Long-suffering;
And he exhorts Christians, Col. 3.5. To Mortify their members which Are upon the Earth: Fornication, Uncleanness, Inordinate Affection, Covetousness, etc. A Sixth is, Much Patience, Meekness, Forbearance, Long-suffering;
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Matth. 11.29 Learn (saith He) of me for I am meek and lowly in heart So, 1 Pet. 2.21, 22. And hence, Meekness, Patience and forbearance are so much and so frequently called for in the Gospel,
Matthew 11.29 Learn (Says He) of me for I am meek and lowly in heart So, 1 Pet. 2.21, 22. And hence, Meekness, Patience and forbearance Are so much and so frequently called for in the Gospel,
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not on things on the earth; Which is also called for, Philip. 3.20. By his own example proposed for our Pattern, our Conversation, (saith he) is in Heaven, whence we look for the Saviour;
not on things on the earth; Which is also called for, Philip. 3.20. By his own Exampl proposed for our Pattern, our Conversation, (Says he) is in Heaven, whence we look for the Saviour;
but it's a good qualification of a Gospel conversation, to have an eye before us on Eternal life, 2 Cor. 4. ult: While (saith the Apostle) We look not on the things that are seen;
but it's a good qualification of a Gospel Conversation, to have an eye before us on Eternal life, 2 Cor. 4. ult: While (Says the Apostle) We look not on the things that Are seen;
therefore believers are willed, to Rejoyce alway and evermore. So, 1 Thess. 5. Rejoyce evermore, and Philip. 4.4. Rejoyce in the Lord alway, and again I say rejoyce;
Therefore believers Are willed, to Rejoice always and evermore. So, 1 Thess 5. Rejoice evermore, and Philip. 4.4. Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say rejoice;
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which he so much presses on them because (as it's like) he knew, that they were given to walk droopingly and heavily, which did not so become the Gospel,
which he so much presses on them Because (as it's like) he knew, that they were given to walk droopingly and heavily, which did not so become the Gospel,
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A Tenth is, Spiritual contentment, a contented conversation is a Conversation becoming the Gospel: Be careful for nothing (saith the Apostle Philip. 4.6.) But in every thing let your requests be made known unto God by Prayer and Supplication with Thanks giving, and then follows downward a litle, I have learned, in every State or case to be content:
A Tenth is, Spiritual contentment, a contented Conversation is a Conversation becoming the Gospel: Be careful for nothing (Says the Apostle Philip. 4.6.) But in every thing let your requests be made known unto God by Prayer and Supplication with Thanks giving, and then follows downward a little, I have learned, in every State or case to be content:
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or thus, watching (especially over the heart) joyned with Prayer, is a peculiar duty, that a walk becoming the Gospel calls for, that we be not found like the slothful servant, when his Lord cometh;
or thus, watching (especially over the heart) joined with Prayer, is a peculiar duty, that a walk becoming the Gospel calls for, that we be not found like the slothful servant, when his Lord comes;
A Twelfth is, much Self-examination or self-searching because of much corruption in us, and much guilt lying on us, is a duty which the Gospel calls for;
A Twelfth is, much Self-examination or Self-searching Because of much corruption in us, and much guilt lying on us, is a duty which the Gospel calls for;
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that we may see what comes of it; how it is mortified and done away; and there being many Promises in our offer, we should see what acception they get,
that we may see what comes of it; how it is mortified and done away; and there being many Promises in our offer, we should see what acception they get,
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and how they are embraced, there is hazard of mistaking our Spirituall state, &c. All which calls us to be much in this duty, Examine your selves prove your own selves, as says the Apostle, 2 Cor. 13.5. 13ly. The making of our calling and election sure becomes the Gospel;
and how they Are embraced, there is hazard of mistaking our Spiritual state, etc. All which calls us to be much in this duty, Examine your selves prove your own selves, as Says the Apostle, 2 Cor. 13.5. 13ly. The making of our calling and election sure becomes the Gospel;
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and at an uncertainty, in that greatest and gravest business. 14ly. Trusting in God, becomes the Gospel, and unbelief and distrust of God is unbecoming the Gospel; Said I not unto thee;
and At an uncertainty, in that greatest and Gravest business. 14ly. Trusting in God, becomes the Gospel, and unbelief and distrust of God is unbecoming the Gospel; Said I not unto thee;
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when ever he Pipeth, it becomes us well to dance; and to Believe and Credit him, when he speaks fair and comfortably. 15ly. A Gospel-Conversation takes in and calls for, not only Holiness, but a shining examplary Holiness, Holiness with a divine Lustre and splendor on it;
when ever he Pipeth, it becomes us well to dance; and to Believe and Credit him, when he speaks fair and comfortably. 15ly. A Gospel conversation Takes in and calls for, not only Holiness, but a shining exemplary Holiness, Holiness with a divine Lustre and splendour on it;
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and they are said to shine as lights, in the midst of a crooked Generation: it is not only a Conversation not spotted, or that is something welfavoured;
and they Are said to shine as lights, in the midst of a crooked Generation: it is not only a Conversation not spotted, or that is something welfavoured;
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when he was transfigured on the Mount, made his Clothes to shine, So there is something of Grace within, that makes the external actions and carriage of Believers to shine:
when he was transfigured on the Mount, made his Clothes to shine, So there is something of Grace within, that makes the external actions and carriage of Believers to shine:
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and Prayer from their mouth will have another sort of refreshful sweetness. 16ly. A Gospel conversation takes in and calls for much joy in affliction and tribulation;
and Prayer from their Mouth will have Another sort of refreshful sweetness. 16ly. A Gospel Conversation Takes in and calls for much joy in affliction and tribulation;
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It will make the Christian take joyfully the spoiling of his goods, as they did, Heb. 10.34. It will make men come from the presence of Councils rejoycing, that they are accounted worthy to suffer for the name of Christ, as it did the Apostles, Acts 5. last. My brethren (sayes James) Count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations, or tribulations:
It will make the Christian take joyfully the spoiling of his goods, as they did, Hebrew 10.34. It will make men come from the presence of Councils rejoicing, that they Are accounted worthy to suffer for the name of christ, as it did the Apostles, Acts 5. last. My brothers (Says James) Count it all joy when you fallen into diverse temptations, or tribulations:
he is ready to forgive, an hundred pence of petty and inconsiderable injuries done against him. 17ly. A Gospel conversation is a sweet, quiet, peaceable, well humoured Conversation, it makes men and women good to live with, It hath much love and pity to them that are without, it's a good neighbour, it's a great friend to unity and a great enemy to division:
he is ready to forgive, an hundred pence of Petty and inconsiderable injuries done against him. 17ly. A Gospel Conversation is a sweet, quiet, peaceable, well humoured Conversation, it makes men and women good to live with, It hath much love and pity to them that Are without, it's a good neighbour, it's a great friend to unity and a great enemy to division:
a Gospel-conversation will not suffer a man to be a temporizer, or one that cometh and goeth with every turn of the tyde, to be of any Party that is upmost:
a Gospel conversation will not suffer a man to be a temporizer, or one that comes and Goes with every turn of the tIED, to be of any Party that is upmost:
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the Believers heart is fixed, and his conversation is stable, when it is, as it becometh the Gospel. 19ly. It's a bold Conversation, that will scare at no tryal for Christ, but will hazard and venture far, ere it expose the Gospel to contempt and reproach;
the Believers heart is fixed, and his Conversation is stable, when it is, as it Becometh the Gospel. 19ly. It's a bold Conversation, that will scare At no trial for christ, but will hazard and venture Far, ere it expose the Gospel to contempt and reproach;
It is very loth to do or to forbear any thing, that may make the Gospel to be evil spoken of. 20ly. It is a Spiritual conversation, or a walking in the Spirit, as the word is, Gal. 5. Walk in the spirit (saith the Apostle) And ye shall not fulfill the lusts of the flesh, and Vers. 25. If we live in the Spirit let us walk in the Spirit:
It is very loath to do or to forbear any thing, that may make the Gospel to be evil spoken of. 20ly. It is a Spiritual Conversation, or a walking in the Spirit, as the word is, Gal. 5. Walk in the Spirit (Says the Apostle) And you shall not fulfil the Lustiest of the Flesh, and Vers. 25. If we live in the Spirit let us walk in the Spirit:
There being in the Believer two contrary parties, one of Grace and another of corrupt nature, which are contrary one to another, as it is, Gal. 5.17. A Believer in a Gospel Conversation is like Jacobs and Esaus Strugling in the womb:
There being in the Believer two contrary parties, one of Grace and Another of corrupt nature, which Are contrary one to Another, as it is, Gal. 5.17. A Believer in a Gospel Conversation is like Jacobs and Esaus Struggling in the womb:
and if we would take a litle view of them all together, and gather the meaning of this use of Instruction, from the exhortation, Let your conversation be, as it becometh the Gospel of Christ:
and if we would take a little view of them all together, and gather the meaning of this use of Instruction, from the exhortation, Let your Conversation be, as it Becometh the Gospel of christ:
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as Paul was Philip. 3. 3. To be especially taken up with those particular duties, of living by Faith, of exercising Repentance, of aiming at and closely pursuing after Communion with God in Christ Jesus; (which is,
as Paul was Philip. 3. 3. To be especially taken up with those particular duties, of living by Faith, of exercising Repentance, of aiming At and closely pursuing After Communion with God in christ jesus; (which is,
though a much abused duty and unworthily prostituted in the mouths of many, a most precious both duty and priviledge,) exercising Hope, Self-denyall, &c:
though a much abused duty and unworthily prostituted in the mouths of many, a most precious both duty and privilege,) exercising Hope, Self-denial, etc.:
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O! how very unsuitable and unbecoming is it to the Gospel, even so very unsuitable, that if our hearts were tender, they would break and bleed within us to behold it; but Alace!
OH! how very unsuitable and unbecoming is it to the Gospel, even so very unsuitable, that if our hearts were tender, they would break and bleed within us to behold it; but Alace!
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Oh! whither shall we go, into the City or Countrey, to find a Conversation becoming the Gospel? We cannot be without some conviction, that we ought to be zealous for the glory of God,
Oh! whither shall we go, into the city or Country, to find a Conversation becoming the Gospel? We cannot be without Some conviction, that we ought to be zealous for the glory of God,
how comes it to be so little minded and made conscience of? If we profess Christ to be our Husband and head, our Captain and leader, ought we not to be like him,
how comes it to be so little minded and made conscience of? If we profess christ to be our Husband and head, our Captain and leader, ought we not to be like him,
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and yet without accomplishing a very diligent search into our own way, may we not find at the first view much, very Lamentably much unsuitableness in our walk to the Gospel? Need we descend to particulars? is not our unsuitableness obvious, palpable and undenyable? Let me but ask our selves a few questions:
and yet without accomplishing a very diligent search into our own Way, may we not find At the First view much, very Lamentably much unsuitableness in our walk to the Gospel? Need we descend to particulars? is not our unsuitableness obvious, palpable and undeniable? Let me but ask our selves a few questions:
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Do we study to have those poor performances of duty that we go about, so qualified as the Gospel calls for? the lifelesness and whole heartedness, that manifestly discover themselves, in our very hearing of these things, declare much what we are;
Do we study to have those poor performances of duty that we go about, so qualified as the Gospel calls for? the lifelesness and Whole heartedness, that manifestly discover themselves, in our very hearing of these things, declare much what we Are;
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is there such a life as this known by most of us? we are readily either living securely, carelesly and unconcernedly, without troubling our selves with such matters:
is there such a life as this known by most of us? we Are readily either living securely, carelessly and unconcernedly, without troubling our selves with such matters:
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or we are anxious, heartless and dejected, and are very seldome found steering a straight course betwixt extremes and stemming the port. 2. We may instance it in the exercise of Repentance, which well becomes the Gospel:
or we Are anxious, heartless and dejected, and Are very seldom found steering a straight course betwixt extremes and stemming the port. 2. We may instance it in the exercise of Repentance, which well becomes the Gospel:
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Where is self-denyall? Is not that a rare thing? Many of us cannot bear a word reflecting on self, neither can we quit a word once uttered by us (though it may be somewhat rashly and unadvisedly) wherein self is Concerned,
Where is self-denial? Is not that a rare thing? Many of us cannot bear a word reflecting on self, neither can we quit a word once uttered by us (though it may be somewhat rashly and unadvisedly) wherein self is Concerned,
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O! what reeling and whirling about with the time is there among us? What hard pursuing after and even chasing of self-interests and designes? 4. Where is spirituall joy and rejoicing in the Lord? who delight themselves in the Almighty? who bless themselves on earth, in the God of truth? Who do really and humbly boast in Him all the day-long? who bless themselves in,
OH! what reeling and whirling about with the time is there among us? What hard pursuing After and even chasing of self-interests and designs? 4. Where is spiritual joy and rejoicing in the Lord? who delight themselves in the Almighty? who bless themselves on earth, in the God of truth? Who do really and humbly boast in Him all the daylong? who bless themselves in,
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as their Lord, head, and Husband? who rejoyce and glory in the midst of tribulation in the hope of the glory of God? joy in externall things is much withered away from us,
as their Lord, head, and Husband? who rejoice and glory in the midst of tribulation in the hope of the glory of God? joy in external things is much withered away from us,
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and it is just with God that it should be so, since we live so great strangers to the joy of the Lord, which is our strength; upon but a very overly tryall, we will easily discover that there is amongst us none,
and it is just with God that it should be so, since we live so great Strangers to the joy of the Lord, which is our strength; upon but a very overly trial, we will Easily discover that there is among us none,
I mean not only, nor so much of sensible joy, as of our litle active stirring up of our selves to give obedience to that Command concerning rejoycing in God alway and evermore.
I mean not only, nor so much of sensible joy, as of our little active stirring up of our selves to give Obedience to that Command Concerning rejoicing in God always and evermore.
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May I not conclude then, that there is great ground of expostulation with us all, both believers and others, who may be convinced, that this lyeth indispensibly on them,
May I not conclude then, that there is great ground of expostulation with us all, both believers and Others, who may be convinced, that this lies Indispensibly on them,
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to be in the Practice of all the duties of Religion Sweetly, Pleasantly, Heartsomely and cheerfully, walking under all sorts of lots with a Gospel contentedness:
to be in the Practice of all the duties of Religion Sweetly, Pleasantly, Heartsomely and cheerfully, walking under all sorts of lots with a Gospel contentedness:
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ought not a Minister to be like his calling, a Merchant to be like his calling, a Tradesman to be like his trade and calling? ought not also a Christian to be like his Christian calling,
ought not a Minister to be like his calling, a Merchant to be like his calling, a Tradesman to be like his trade and calling? ought not also a Christian to be like his Christian calling,
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if (to follow the Lords own similitude so far) ye endeavour not to keep all the measures thereof in your dancing after it, in your walking conforme to it:
if (to follow the lords own similitude so Far) you endeavour not to keep all the measures thereof in your dancing After it, in your walking conform to it:
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and from which ye have been so often piped unto, how utterly unanswerable would many of you be found to be? your triffling way of walking alone and in your families, your neglecting of Prayer in them, with the chiding and bitterness betwixt husbands and wives, and with and amongst servants;
and from which you have been so often piped unto, how utterly unanswerable would many of you be found to be? your trifling Way of walking alone and in your families, your neglecting of Prayer in them, with the chiding and bitterness betwixt Husbands and wives, and with and among Servants;
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your omitting to instruct children and Servants in the principles of Religion; your tipling and mis-spending your time, declare sufficiently what your Conversation is.
your omitting to instruct children and Servants in the principles of Religion; your tippling and misspending your time, declare sufficiently what your Conversation is.
lest it be said to you, evil and slothfull Servants, &c. if ye had been Serious and diligent in making use of the Gospel in a Gospel way, by improving Christ and the Promises, this work would have gone better with you,
lest it be said to you, evil and slothful Servants, etc. if you had been Serious and diligent in making use of the Gospel in a Gospel Way, by improving christ and the Promises, this work would have gone better with you,
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If ye had been more in the practise of Gospel duties and in the exercise of Gospel-graces in secre•, your visible conversation might and would have been much more as it becometh the Gospel.
If you had been more in the practice of Gospel duties and in the exercise of Gospel graces in secre•, your visible Conversation might and would have been much more as it Becometh the Gospel.
and is there any covenanting with God but it hath this in it, That if there be thereafter a falling back such back sliders come under the guilt of treacherous dealing with him? Let me,
and is there any covenanting with God but it hath this in it, That if there be thereafter a falling back such back sliders come under the guilt of treacherous dealing with him? Let me,
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and to return with the dog to the vomit in a few dyes thereafter? will ye be so unsuitable to your professions and confessions? beware of that, for the Lords sake:
and to return with the dog to the vomit in a few dies thereafter? will you be so unsuitable to your professions and confessions? beware of that, for the lords sake:
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what, I pray, is That, but to have a Conversation as becomes the Gospel, and to walk worthy of the Vocation wherewith ye are called? As the Apostle Exhorts, Ephes. 4.1.
what, I pray, is That, but to have a Conversation as becomes the Gospel, and to walk worthy of the Vocation wherewith you Are called? As the Apostle Exhorts, Ephesians 4.1.
after thus Covenanting with Christ, ye shall foully fail or fall back, will it not exceedingly aggrege your guilt? 3. Are there not of you who have come under some private engagements to the Lord? I take it for granted,
After thus Covenanting with christ, you shall foully fail or fallen back, will it not exceedingly aggrege your guilt? 3. are there not of you who have come under Some private engagements to the Lord? I take it for granted,
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and the rather, that it is to be feared, if ye keep not promise to God now, ye may never get a Communion again to renew it. 4. I would have some of you remembering of those particular obligations ye came under,
and the rather, that it is to be feared, if you keep not promise to God now, you may never get a Communion again to renew it. 4. I would have Some of you remembering of those particular obligations you Come under,
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and studying the qualifications and extent of a Christian conversation, to which believers are called; we would walk with stopped mouths in the deep sense of our great short-coming;
and studying the qualifications and extent of a Christian Conversation, to which believers Are called; we would walk with stopped mouths in the deep sense of our great shortcoming;
and there would not be such delusion under the conceit of self-righteousness; But the ignorance of this makes carnall men think themselves to be something;
and there would not be such delusion under the conceit of self-righteousness; But the ignorance of this makes carnal men think themselves to be something;
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A thing we fear the most part of the Christians of this age scarcely believe, much less endeavour, that they should live with their hearts above in Heaven, in the lively expectation of the Saviours coming, That they should converse in Heaven among the spirits of just men made perfect, before they come thither.
A thing we Fear the most part of the Christians of this age scarcely believe, much less endeavour, that they should live with their hearts above in Heaven, in the lively expectation of the Saviors coming, That they should converse in Heaven among the spirits of just men made perfect, before they come thither.
He improves it, by exhorting them thus, Brethren be ye followers together of me; take the way, that I take, both in the matter of Faith and of Practise;
He improves it, by exhorting them thus, Brothers be you followers together of me; take the Way, that I take, both in the matter of Faith and of practice;
The First whereof is taken from the danger that was in following those false teachers, Vers. 18.19. Many of whom walk so, as they are Enemies to the Cross of Christ;
The First whereof is taken from the danger that was in following those false Teachers, Vers. 18.19. Many of whom walk so, as they Are Enemies to the Cross of christ;
The Second Reason is subjoyned in the Text, drawn from the great advantage, which they should have by following him, For (saith He) Our conversation is in Heaven:
The Second Reason is subjoined in the Text, drawn from the great advantage, which they should have by following him, For (Says He) Our Conversation is in Heaven:
Plainly insinuating thereby, that he looks not for much satisfaction in this world, but was earnestly longing for and in continuall expectation of Christs coming;
Plainly insinuating thereby, that he looks not for much satisfaction in this world, but was earnestly longing for and in continual expectation of Christ coming;
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So then the great thing that he aimes at here, is to commend a heavenly conversation, to these Christian Philippians, & to all that should hear the Gospel,
So then the great thing that he aims At Here, is to commend a heavenly Conversation, to these Christian Philippians, & to all that should hear the Gospel,
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And the reason of the question is, because the word is so very significant in the Original, that hardly can we get a word in our language to express it by to the life;
And the reason of the question is, Because the word is so very significant in the Original, that hardly can we get a word in our language to express it by to the life;
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The Second thing to be cleared a litle is, what it is to have a conversation in Heaven? I Answer, these Two are in effect one and the same, to have a conversation in heaven,
The Second thing to be cleared a little is, what it is to have a Conversation in Heaven? I Answer, these Two Are in Effect one and the same, to have a Conversation in heaven,
and because, in prosecuting the Doctrines to be deduced from the words, we will have occasion to explain it More Particularly, we shall say no more of it now.
and Because, in prosecuting the Doctrines to be deduced from the words, we will have occasion to explain it More Particularly, we shall say no more of it now.
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The Doctrines that arise from the words, are especially these Four: The first whereof is, that There is a sort of Heavenliness, in the Conversation of Christians, that should be studied by them all without exception,
The Doctrines that arise from the words, Are especially these Four: The First whereof is, that There is a sort of Heavenliness, in the Conversation of Christians, that should be studied by them all without exception,
But it's to be understood of a suitableness in respect of qualification, conformity and likeness, in so far as is incumbent to sojourners who are walking thither-ward.
But it's to be understood of a suitableness in respect of qualification, conformity and likeness, in so Far as is incumbent to sojourners who Are walking thitherward.
The Fourth is, That, It's not an ordinary and common, but a rare thing among Professed Christians, to have a Conversation in Heaven, Many (sayes the Apostle) Walk, of whom I have told you,
The Fourth is, That, It's not an ordinary and Common, but a rare thing among Professed Christians, to have a Conversation in Heaven, Many (Says the Apostle) Walk, of whom I have told you,
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First Then, for Clearing what a Heavenly Conversation is, ye would consider, that the Apostle speaks of his owne and of some few other Godly persons their conversation, in opposition to those many mentioned by him before:
First Then, for Clearing what a Heavenly Conversation is, you would Consider, that the Apostle speaks of his own and of Some few other Godly Persons their Conversation, in opposition to those many mentioned by him before:
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Set your affections on things above, not on things beneath, or on the earth: To hold forth the earnestness and ardency of affections that Christians ought to have towards things heavenly:
Set your affections on things above, not on things beneath, or on the earth: To hold forth the earnestness and ardency of affections that Christians ought to have towards things heavenly:
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even as worldly men are taken up and exercised with carking cares, leaving (as it were) no stone unmoved to promove and compass their earthly designes.
even as worldly men Are taken up and exercised with carking Cares, leaving (as it were) no stone unmoved to promove and compass their earthly designs.
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the Argument is clear and pressing from Vers. 17. Where the Apostle exhorts the Philippians to be followers of him, and here he tells them that his Conversation is in Heaven:
the Argument is clear and pressing from Vers. 17. Where the Apostle exhorts the Philippians to be followers of him, and Here he tells them that his Conversation is in Heaven:
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for he proposeth himself as our pattern in this, and we have it, from the Spirit of God, by him pressed on us as our duty, to imitat him in this thing;
for he Proposeth himself as our pattern in this, and we have it, from the Spirit of God, by him pressed on us as our duty, to imitat him in this thing;
so must we bear the Image of the Heavenly, as it is. 1 Cor. 15.49. Where is the elder Brother? Is he not in the Heavenly places? As the Apostle tells us Ephes. 2.6.
so must we bear the Image of the Heavenly, as it is. 1 Cor. 15.49. Where is the elder Brother? Is he not in the Heavenly places? As the Apostle tells us Ephesians 2.6.
and not be Heavenly? to be Translated from darkness to light, to be a partaker of the Sanctifieing spirit of God, to be a new Creature, to have the spirit of Adoption, to have boldness of access to God, to be an Heir and a joint-Heir with Christ &c. Are not these Heavenly? Or if Thirdly, We look to his company, is it not Heavenly? We are come (saith the Apostle Heb. 12.) To God the Judge of all, to Jesus the Mediator of the new Covenant, to the new Jerusalem, (which taketh in all the Saints in Heaven,
and not be Heavenly? to be Translated from darkness to Light, to be a partaker of the Sanctifying Spirit of God, to be a new Creature, to have the Spirit of Adoption, to have boldness of access to God, to be an Heir and a Joint-heir with christ etc. are not these Heavenly? Or if Thirdly, We look to his company, is it not Heavenly? We Are come (Says the Apostle Hebrew 12.) To God the Judge of all, to jesus the Mediator of the new Covenant, to the new Jerusalem, (which Takes in all the Saints in Heaven,
is there not an oblidging necessity on the Believer, in respect of all these, to study to be Heavenly in his Conversation? Which is the great thing that the Apostle Paul presseth on you;
is there not an obliging necessity on the Believer, in respect of all these, to study to be Heavenly in his Conversation? Which is the great thing that the Apostle Paul Presseth on you;
otherwise, were it possible, that the most part of men and women, who are called Christians and profess a hope of Heaven, could or durst live as they do, some in Prophanity Riotousness and gluttony;
otherwise, were it possible, that the most part of men and women, who Are called Christians and profess a hope of Heaven, could or durst live as they do, Some in Profanity Riotousness and gluttony;
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and others in Formality and Hypocrisie at the best? Let me ask you in good earnest, are ye not convinced that this is a duty? or do you think that Paul was scorning or complementing,
and Others in Formality and Hypocrisy At the best? Let me ask you in good earnest, Are you not convinced that this is a duty? or do you think that Paul was scorning or Complimenting,
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I know some are so profane, and others are so misbelievingly discouraged, that when they hear such doctrine as this, they will be ready, the one sort to say, We cannot all be Saints;
I know Some Are so profane, and Others Are so misbelievingly discouraged, that when they hear such Doctrine as this, they will be ready, the one sort to say, We cannot all be Saints;
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but it's clear from the Scriptures, that there is a kind of Perfection to be win at here in this life, which is even this Holiness and Heavenliness of Conversation:
but it's clear from the Scriptures, that there is a kind of Perfection to be win At Here in this life, which is even this Holiness and Heavenliness of Conversation:
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whether ye did not Drink drunk, Whore, Swear, Lie, Cheat, Steal, or the like, as whether ye were Heavenly in your Conversation? and this is not to be astricted to one,
whither you did not Drink drunk, Whore, Swear, Lie, Cheat, Steal, or the like, as whither you were Heavenly in your Conversation? and this is not to be astricted to one,
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whether he be Praying, Practising, Hearing, Reading, Buying, Selling, Eating, Drinking, &c. Or whatever He do and be about, he is to be Heavenly in all those.
whither he be Praying, Practising, Hearing, Reading, Buying, Selling, Eating, Drinking, etc. Or whatever He do and be about, he is to be Heavenly in all those.
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he should have such composure and sedatness of spirit, that he may be much above the levity and unstayedness that the men of the world are under the power of,
he should have such composure and sedatness of Spirit, that he may be much above the levity and unstayedness that the men of the world Are under the power of,
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to be much in the work of Prayer, and much in the work of Praise, saying, Worthy is the Lamb to receive Glory, Honour, Dominion &c. Joining with the four beasts and four and twenty Elders;
to be much in the work of Prayer, and much in the work of Praise, saying, Worthy is the Lamb to receive Glory, Honour, Dominion etc. Joining with the four beasts and four and twenty Elders;
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to be in all duties willing and cheerfull, doing Gods will cheerfully and with alacri•y: to be much in longing for the Sabbath to converse more closely with him:
to be in all duties willing and cheerful, doing God's will cheerfully and with alacri•y: to be much in longing for the Sabbath to converse more closely with him:
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to be walking as it were in Heaven, and as if Holiness to the Lord were written on your foreheads: which being very comprehensive takes in these, First to have the heart fixed in meditating on God and his law, on Spirituall and Heavenly things, to have a sublime and divine strain of mind, not debasing it self to pursue vanities;
to be walking as it were in Heaven, and as if Holiness to the Lord were written on your foreheads: which being very comprehensive Takes in these, First to have the heart fixed in meditating on God and his law, on Spiritual and Heavenly things, to have a sublime and divine strain of mind, not debasing it self to pursue vanities;
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when ye arise. 2. To have your affections, love, desires and delights in Heaven, or heavenly. 3. To have your words savouring of Heaven; Ministering Grace to the hearers;
when you arise. 2. To have your affections, love, Desires and delights in Heaven, or heavenly. 3. To have your words savouring of Heaven; Ministering Grace to the hearers;
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and your praying, carrying much of a heavenly stamp and impression on them; hearing, as if God were speaking to you Immediatly from heaven, and praying;
and your praying, carrying much of a heavenly stamp and impression on them; hearing, as if God were speaking to you Immediately from heaven, and praying;
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so, though the Christian be discoursing, buying, selling, eating, drinking &c. Yet in all these, his heart may and ought some way to be in heaven. 2. To have his Faith in heaven,
so, though the Christian be discoursing, buying, selling, eating, drinking etc. Yet in all these, his heart may and ought Some Way to be in heaven. 2. To have his Faith in heaven,
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holily loth to have them loosed from those sweet Soul solacing and satisfieing embraces. 4. To have his hope in heaven, which is an Anchor cast within the vail, and makes the soul safe and sure amidst the greatest tempests of outward trouble,
holily loath to have them loosed from those sweet Soul solacing and satisfying embraces. 4. To have his hope in heaven, which is an Anchor cast within the Vail, and makes the soul safe and sure amid the greatest tempests of outward trouble,
his •edder stake is loosed, and much of his Tabernacle taken down, and he made in a good measure meet, ready and ripe for his dissolution and for heaven:
his •edder stake is loosed, and much of his Tabernacle taken down, and he made in a good measure meet, ready and ripe for his dissolution and for heaven:
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that as ye believers are of another nature, so ye may be of another and more divine Frame of soul in your work and walk, in your thoughts and words, in your outward duties,
that as you believers Are of Another nature, so you may be of Another and more divine Frame of soul in your work and walk, in your thoughts and words, in your outward duties,
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& it is what we leave behind in the world, that makes the difficulty to get our Spirits scrued up to heaven, and to be kept there: here lyes the difficulty:
& it is what we leave behind in the world, that makes the difficulty to get our Spirits screwed up to heaven, and to be kept there: Here lies the difficulty:
or it may serve rather to be an use of Discovery and of Conviction; and indeed it may very easily and quickly make discovery of the unsoundness of many,
or it may serve rather to be an use of Discovery and of Conviction; and indeed it may very Easily and quickly make discovery of the unsoundness of many,
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Need we insist on this? Is it not a truth obvious to all, viz. That Christians are called and oblidged to be heavenly in their Conversation? Are not these the Characters of such a Conversation? Nay is there not yet much more requisit in a Christian,
Need we insist on this? Is it not a truth obvious to all, viz. That Christians Are called and obliged to be heavenly in their Conversation? are not these the Characters of such a Conversation? Nay is there not yet much more requisite in a Christian,
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What then means your carnalness, your prevailing lust, distempering humours and passions? What means your so much pleading for self-interests, this turning (as it were) of the World up-side down for our own particulars? How comes it to pass, that ye who are profane do spend so much of your precious time in Tipling,
What then means your carnalness, your prevailing lust, distempering humours and passion? What means your so much pleading for self-interests, this turning (as it were) of the World upside down for our own particulars? How comes it to pass, that you who Are profane do spend so much of your precious time in Tippling,
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and trifle away so much of it unprofitably many other wayes? Dare ye say, that ye who walk thus, are indeed followers of the Apostle Paul? Or if ye dare not say, that ye are followers of him in his Heavenly Conversation;
and trifle away so much of it unprofitably many other ways? Dare you say, that you who walk thus, Are indeed followers of the Apostle Paul? Or if you Dare not say, that you Are followers of him in his Heavenly Conversation;
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when ye reflect seriously on your selves and on your way, will ye not find just ground for being ashamed and confounded before God? or is there any of us all, that needs to want an errand to the Throne of Grace, to confess and crave Pardon for our sinfull short-coming in this? I shall only speak a word or two in further prosecution of this Use, to you that are Stout-hearted and know no changes, that have alwayes a good opinion and a good word to say of your selves, Who are ready to say, that ye have a good meaning,
when you reflect seriously on your selves and on your Way, will you not find just ground for being ashamed and confounded before God? or is there any of us all, that needs to want an errand to the Throne of Grace, to confess and crave Pardon for our sinful shortcoming in this? I shall only speak a word or two in further prosecution of this Use, to you that Are Stouthearted and know no changes, that have always a good opinion and a good word to say of your selves, Who Are ready to say, that you have a good meaning,
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as I would be very loth to quench any smoking flax, or to break any bruised reed (whereof our Lord and Master is very tender) or to cast water of discouragement upon any the least spark or spunk of sincerity, where there is any honest aiming to walk according to this Rule;
as I would be very loath to quench any smoking flax, or to break any Bruised reed (whereof our Lord and Master is very tender) or to cast water of discouragement upon any the least spark or spunk of sincerity, where there is any honest aiming to walk according to this Rule;
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have ye walked under the conviction of this as a duty incumbent on you? and have ye seriously Proposed it to your selves as your great business in the World, to be sincerely aiming at,
have you walked under the conviction of this as a duty incumbent on you? and have you seriously Proposed it to your selves as your great business in the World, to be sincerely aiming At,
though ye did not so much as designe or aime at this throughout the day? And can ye with any shadow of reason think, ye have attained it or can attain it, who never seriously proposed this as a Rule to your selves to walk by,
though you did not so much as Design or aim At this throughout the day? And can you with any shadow of reason think, you have attained it or can attain it, who never seriously proposed this as a Rule to your selves to walk by,
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nor never had a Conscience-disquieting challenge for such neglect and manifest short-coming? 2. What Labour are ye at, what pains take ye to prosecute such a designe and blessed project as this? It's one thing to pray, to be about external duties of Religion,
nor never had a Conscience-disquieting challenge for such neglect and manifest shortcoming? 2. What Labour Are you At, what pains take you to prosecute such a Design and blessed project as this? It's one thing to pray, to be about external duties of Religion,
but are ye really weighted and grieved for your short-coming in this? Have there been any times taken, to deal purposely with the Lord to remove the earthly mind,
but Are you really weighted and grieved for your shortcoming in this? Have there been any times taken, to deal purposely with the Lord to remove the earthly mind,
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but in your more constant and habituall walk? Is it one of the great things for which ye blame and find fault with your selves before God? And though your outside and visible Conversation be blameless:
but in your more constant and habitual walk? Is it one of the great things for which you blame and find fault with your selves before God? And though your outside and visible Conversation be blameless:
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yet while you look on the carnalness and earthliness of your mind, and on the want of this Divine and heavenly frame of soul, it makes you hang the head, marres your boldness,
yet while you look on the carnalness and earthliness of your mind, and on the want of this Divine and heavenly frame of soul, it makes you hang the head, mars your boldness,
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Be ye followers of me? 2. Is not this an excellent duty and royall priviledge, to be admitted to converse in Heaven? And therefore the neglect of it must not only be a sin,
Be you followers of me? 2. Is not this an excellent duty and royal privilege, to be admitted to converse in Heaven? And Therefore the neglect of it must not only be a since,
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but a great sin, even a trampling on the Grace of God, a slighting of heaven and of a most noble priviledge and dignity. 3. Think ye Heaven to be of great worth;
but a great since, even a trampling on the Grace of God, a slighting of heaven and of a most noble privilege and dignity. 3. Think you Heaven to be of great worth;
and be so confined within time, as not seriously to mind eternity? 4. How can ye come before God with confidence and boldness, who do not endeavour thus to walk with him? Can ye say with Holy boldness;
and be so confined within time, as not seriously to mind eternity? 4. How can you come before God with confidence and boldness, who do not endeavour thus to walk with him? Can you say with Holy boldness;
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and say these words, Thy will be done on Earth, as it is done in Heaven, who never studied to be heavenly in any duty, that ye put hand to? But 5. And above all, I would ask you, can ye hope to die comfortably,
and say these words, Thy will be done on Earth, as it is done in Heaven, who never studied to be heavenly in any duty, that you put hand to? But 5. And above all, I would ask you, can you hope to die comfortably,
he knows the privileges and longs for the full enjoyment of them; he hath litle here, his Treasure is above in heaven, and his heart, Faith, Love, and hope are there;
he knows the privileges and longs for the full enjoyment of them; he hath little Here, his Treasure is above in heaven, and his heart, Faith, Love, and hope Are there;
Now Therefore in the Last room (as the Fourth Use of the Doctrine ) I Exhort, beseech and Obtest, in the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ, all of you that lay any claim to the hope of heaven, that ye would,
Now Therefore in the Last room (as the Fourth Use of the Doctrine) I Exhort, beseech and Obtest, in the Name of our Lord jesus christ, all of you that lay any claim to the hope of heaven, that you would,
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Need we adduce any motives to press this? Is not the duty clear? And is it not a most excellent duty, a most desireable qualification of a Christian walk? Is not heaven Transcendently excellent? And is it not excellent to be heavenly minded,
Need we adduce any motives to press this? Is not the duty clear? And is it not a most excellent duty, a most desirable qualification of a Christian walk? Is not heaven Transcendently excellent? And is it not excellent to be heavenly minded,
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and conversant in heaven? Wherein may we expect to prevail with you, if not in bringing you to heaven? what is the thing that should sweeten the study of holiness to you? Is it not this,
and conversant in heaven? Wherein may we expect to prevail with you, if not in bringing you to heaven? what is the thing that should sweeten the study of holiness to you? Is it not this,
It's like ye will Ask, what are the means or steps by which, we may win in and ascend to this heavenliness of Conversation? which is indeed a very suitable and necessary question,
It's like you will Ask, what Are the means or steps by which, we may win in and ascend to this heavenliness of Conversation? which is indeed a very suitable and necessary question,
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And therefore, Secondly, Those that would be heavenly in their conversation must lay up their treasure in heaven, For where the Treasure is, there will the heart be also:
And Therefore, Secondly, Those that would be heavenly in their Conversation must lay up their treasure in heaven, For where the Treasure is, there will the heart be also:
and a Heavenly frame aimed at, and endeavoured in all duties, and in all the steps of our walk and conversation, in order to the keeping in, cherishing and increasing of love to, and delight in him;
and a Heavenly frame aimed At, and endeavoured in all duties, and in all the steps of our walk and Conversation, in order to the keeping in, cherishing and increasing of love to, and delight in him;
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many of you that have a fair Profession of Religion, and seem to come near to that harbour of rest and yet never enter into it, are like to a ship that comes,
many of you that have a fair Profession of Religion, and seem to come near to that harbour of rest and yet never enter into it, Are like to a ship that comes,
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whereas the Believer who has his Anchor cast on firm and sure ground within the vail, is enabled to endure tossing, being like a tight ship that is able to ride out the storme and to stem the Port:
whereas the Believer who has his Anchor cast on firm and sure ground within the Vail, is enabled to endure tossing, being like a tied ship that is able to ride out the storm and to stem the Port:
and who are they that dare offer or presume to come before God the righteous Judge of Heaven and Earth, in whose sight the very Heavens are not pure, to abide his tryall, who have been puddling all their dayes in the world, never once seriously and suitably minding a Conversation in Heaven? O let the consideration of eternal Happiness on the one hand,
and who Are they that Dare offer or presume to come before God the righteous Judge of Heaven and Earth, in whose sighed the very Heavens Are not pure, to abide his trial, who have been puddling all their days in the world, never once seriously and suitably minding a Conversation in Heaven? O let the consideration of Eternal Happiness on the one hand,
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ye may consider David two wayes, one is properly and personally, as he is the Son of Jesse and King of Israel: It's the Covenant which was made with him, a main Article whereof was, that out of his loine the•e should one spring, who should sit upon his Throne for ever:
you may Consider David two ways, one is properly and personally, as he is the Son of Jesse and King of Israel: It's the Covenant which was made with him, a main Article whereof was, that out of his loin the•e should one spring, who should fit upon his Throne for ever:
As is very clear Acts 13.34. Christ then being looked on as here understood, The sure mercies of David, are the sure Mercies Covenanted and bargained (to speak so) to Christ before the World was:
As is very clear Acts 13.34. christ then being looked on as Here understood, The sure Mercies of David, Are the sure mercies Covenanted and bargained (to speak so) to christ before the World was:
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and it plainly implies, that there was a Covenant or bargain betwixt the Father and the Son about the Elect before the beginning of the World, whereof as to the benefits therein Covenanted to the Mediator, the Gospel maketh an assignation to Believers in time. 2. We have the Chap-man (to say so) or the Merchant to whom the wares are offered:
and it plainly Implies, that there was a Covenant or bargain betwixt the Father and the Son about the Elect before the beginning of the World, whereof as to the benefits therein Covenanted to the Mediator, the Gospel makes an assignation to Believers in time. 2. We have the Chapman (to say so) or the Merchant to whom the wares Are offered:
then, saith the Lord, Let him that hath no money come, that is, plain dyvours (as we speak) or bankrupts that have nothing. 3. We have the terms on which all are offered to sale,
then, Says the Lord, Let him that hath no money come, that is, plain devours (as we speak) or Bankrupts that have nothing. 3. We have the terms on which all Are offered to sale,
It's said, Let him come without Money and without price, without money or money-worth, he that hath no commending qualification is bid come. 4. We have the Proclamation of this Market,
It's said, Let him come without Money and without price, without money or money-worth, he that hath no commending qualification is bid come. 4. We have the Proclamation of this Market,
and because Grace will not easily take a nay say, there is O Ho, an Oyes Prefixed, Ho come and buy: But because there is dulness and slowness on our part.
and Because Grace will not Easily take a nay say, there is Oh Ho, an Oyes Prefixed, Ho come and buy: But Because there is dullness and slowness on our part.
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and your labour for that which satisfieth not? The Assignation of the Bargain and the offer of the wares, are again urged, Come, and I will make an everlasting Covenant with you:
and your labour for that which Satisfieth not? The Assignation of the Bargain and the offer of the wares, Are again urged, Come, and I will make an everlasting Covenant with you:
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The first whereof is, that, There is a most gracious and mercifull transaction betwixt the Father and the Son for the good and Salvation of poor Souls,
The First whereof is, that, There is a most gracious and merciful transaction betwixt the Father and the Son for the good and Salvation of poor Souls,
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The First doctrine is implyed, viz. That the Covenant of Redemption, wherein there were so many given to Christ, whose Price he undertook to pay, is se•led and established, according to that John 6.39.
The First Doctrine is employed, viz. That the Covenant of Redemption, wherein there were so many given to christ, whose Price he undertook to pay, is se•led and established, according to that John 6.39.
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The Second looks to the Administration of this Covenant, By the covenant of grace in the Gospel, according to Vers. 40. And this is the will of him that sent me, that every one that seeth the Son,
The Second looks to the Administration of this Covenant, By the Covenant of grace in the Gospel, according to Vers. 40. And this is the will of him that sent me, that every one that sees the Son,
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The First whereof is, That there was a transaction concerning the Salvation of lost Sinners, betwixt the Father and the Son before the World was? A Covenant made with David, before it is or can be declared and Preached in the Gospel, the terms whereof were resolved on,
The First whereof is, That there was a transaction Concerning the Salvation of lost Sinners, betwixt the Father and the Son before the World was? A Covenant made with David, before it is or can be declared and Preached in the Gospel, the terms whereof were resolved on,
as is clear, Psal. 40.6, 7. Where, when it is, as it were, consul•ed what shall be the Price of Redemption, It is not Sacrifices nor burnt Offerings; but a bodie hast thou Prepared me; Behold!
as is clear, Psalm 40.6, 7. Where, when it is, as it were, consul•ed what shall be the Price of Redemption, It is not Sacrifices nor burned Offerings; but a body hast thou Prepared me; Behold!
The Second Branch of the Doctrine is, that this as to sinners is a most gracious and mercifull, a most kind, lowing and lovely transaction, exceedingly for the behove and advantage of Sinners.
The Second Branch of the Doctrine is, that this as to Sinners is a most gracious and merciful, a most kind, lowing and lovely transaction, exceedingly for the behove and advantage of Sinners.
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or promising to Christ, it is alwayes for sinners behove. 2. It is a Covenant of Mercies, of many various mercies, So, 2 Sam. 23.5. It is said to be an everlasting Covenant ordered in all things and sure; and, 2 Pet. 1.4. It is said, according as his divine Power hath given unto us all things, that pertain to life and Godliness:
or promising to christ, it is always for Sinners behove. 2. It is a Covenant of mercies, of many various Mercies, So, 2 Sam. 23.5. It is said to be an everlasting Covenant ordered in all things and sure; and, 2 Pet. 1.4. It is said, according as his divine Power hath given unto us all things, that pertain to life and Godliness:
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even of every good thing or good things of all sorts. 3. It's very gracious and mercifull in respect of the excellent kind of these Mercies, they are not common mercies, but mercies of David, bestowed upon his anointed;
even of every good thing or good things of all sorts. 3. It's very gracious and merciful in respect of the excellent kind of these mercies, they Are not Common Mercies, but Mercies of David, bestowed upon his anointed;
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If we might Particularly go through all the parts of this Covenant, Mercie will be found sweetly looking out in everie article, clause and Circumstance of it. Look first;
If we might Particularly go through all the parts of this Covenant, Mercy will be found sweetly looking out in every article, clause and Circumstance of it. Look First;
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He shall have a willing People, Eternally to reign with him, &c. Are not these loud speaking Mercies? The grace and wisdome that is on the Fathers side,
He shall have a willing People, Eternally to Reign with him, etc. are not these loud speaking mercies? The grace and Wisdom that is on the Father's side,
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he took the relation of our Redeemer and Mediator, and as such in the humane nature, was filled with Grace and Bowels of Mercy and Compassion, that Grace and Mercy might look through that relation to us.
he took the Relation of our Redeemer and Mediator, and as such in the humane nature, was filled with Grace and Bowels of Mercy and Compassion, that Grace and Mercy might look through that Relation to us.
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It was very readily, Chearfully, and with ardent, vehemently ardent love; So that we may say of it as of that Chariot mentioned, Cant. 3.10. It is made of, and Paved with Love, for the Daughters of Jerusalem;
It was very readily, Cheerfully, and with Ardent, vehemently Ardent love; So that we may say of it as of that Chariot mentioned, Cant 3.10. It is made of, and Paved with Love, for the Daughters of Jerusalem;
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that it is made with a Mediator, and with a mediator that is a Surety, that the stock is bestowed on him and put under his Custodie, that the Promises are made to him and the Price exacted from himself. 5ly, Look to the Manner of executing it;
that it is made with a Mediator, and with a Mediator that is a Surety, that the stock is bestowed on him and put under his Custody, that the Promises Are made to him and the Price exacted from himself. 5ly, Look to the Manner of executing it;
what love, Grace and mercy shines forth in the Father, in taking vengeance on his only begotten Son for us? What love in the Son, in yeelding to take it on,
what love, Grace and mercy shines forth in the Father, in taking vengeance on his only begotten Son for us? What love in the Son, in yielding to take it on,
and he hath freely bequeathed it, as a confirmed Testament and legacy to us Believers, and hath instituted Sacraments to be Seals thereof; O! What mercy upon mercy!
and he hath freely bequeathed it, as a confirmed Testament and legacy to us Believers, and hath instituted Sacraments to be Seals thereof; OH! What mercy upon mercy!
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the Father, Son, and Spirit, all are here, And, it's Grace and mercy that they Covenant, 2. Who are the Contrivers of it? Are not even they in their deep wisdom,
the Father, Son, and Spirit, all Are Here, And, it's Grace and mercy that they Covenant, 2. Who Are the Contrivers of it? are not even they in their deep Wisdom,
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and in their exuberant, Superabundant and infinit Grace and mercy? 3. What is the end of it? Even ehe Praise of the Glory of his Grace, Eph. 1.5.
and in their exuberant, Superabundant and infinite Grace and mercy? 3. What is the end of it? Even ehe Praise of the Glory of his Grace, Ephesians 1.5.
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when the infinitly wise God, all the Persons of the most Glorious Dreadful and Adorable Trinity (as it were) set themselves to set forth the Glory of free Grace, to make Angels and Saints Behold and Admire in it infinit Wisdom and incomprehensible love, what a rare piece must it needs be? And this is the end of it, as is clear:
when the infinitely wise God, all the Persons of the most Glorious Dreadful and Adorable Trinity (as it were) Set themselves to Set forth the Glory of free Grace, to make Angels and Saints Behold and Admire in it infinite Wisdom and incomprehensible love, what a rare piece must it needs be? And this is the end of it, as is clear:
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which from the beginning of the World, hath been hid in God, who Created all things by Jesus Christ, to the intent, that now unto the Principalities and powers in the Heavenly places, might be known by the Church, the manifold wisdom of God.
which from the beginning of the World, hath been hid in God, who Created all things by jesus christ, to the intent, that now unto the Principalities and Powers in the Heavenly places, might be known by the Church, the manifold Wisdom of God.
The Second Doctrine is, That this good and gracious bargain, that's past betwixt the Father and the Son, which is wholly mercie, is brought to the Market and exposed to sale, on exceeding easie and condescending termes, and that to bankrupt sinners:
The Second Doctrine is, That this good and gracious bargain, that's passed betwixt the Father and the Son, which is wholly mercy, is brought to the Market and exposed to sale, on exceeding easy and condescending terms, and that to bankrupt Sinners:
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In Prosecuting this point, we shall shew, 1. More Particularly what this bargain is, that is put to the sale. 2. Who the Merchant is. 3. What are the termes on which,
In Prosecuting this point, we shall show, 1. More Particularly what this bargain is, that is put to the sale. 2. Who the Merchant is. 3. What Are the terms on which,
and layes Christ and his fulness forth upon Stands in the Market-place, as it were, (to speak thus with reverence of this Divine Mystery) that there may be free access, to whosoever will come,
and lays christ and his fullness forth upon Stands in the Marketplace, as it were, (to speak thus with Reverence of this Divine Mystery) that there may be free access, to whosoever will come,
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If he had a good bargain, the spirit without measure, fulness of truth and Grace, great Glory and Honour, being advanced to the right hand of the Father, the same is Believers their bargain proportionably, a due and just proportion being kept betwixt the head and the members, John 1.16. Of his fulness have we all received and Grace for Grace:
If he had a good bargain, the Spirit without measure, fullness of truth and Grace, great Glory and Honour, being advanced to the right hand of the Father, the same is Believers their bargain proportionably, a due and just proportion being kept betwixt the head and the members, John 1.16. Of his fullness have we all received and Grace for Grace:
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It's to Behold his Glory, to Sit at his Table, To sit with him on his Throne: John 17.22.24. Luke 22.30. Rev. 3.21. In a word there are not two Covenants of Redemption betwixt Jehovah and the Mediator, one for himself and another for the elect:
It's to Behold his Glory, to Fit At his Table, To fit with him on his Throne: John 17.22.24. Lycia 22.30. Rev. 3.21. In a word there Are not two Covenants of Redemption betwixt Jehovah and the Mediator, one for himself and Another for the elect:
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but it's one and the same Covenant for both, though with many vastly different respective considerations and circumstances. 3. Look to the Wares and Commodities (to speak so) that are exposed to sale in the Gospel:
but it's one and the same Covenant for both, though with many vastly different respective considerations and Circumstances. 3. Look to the Wares and Commodities (to speak so) that Are exposed to sale in the Gospel:
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and the Government shall be upon his shoulders, and his Name shall be called wonderful Counseller, the mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace:
and the Government shall be upon his shoulders, and his Name shall be called wondered Counsellor, the mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace:
or what is comprehended within his Name. 4. Look on Christ as Mediator, as God-man, Immanuel God with us: There is put to the Market (to speak so with reverence) God himself:
or what is comprehended within his Name. 4. Look on christ as Mediator, as God-man, Immanuel God with us: There is put to the Market (to speak so with Reverence) God himself:
for thus the Covenant is expounded and Sum'd, as frequently elsewhere in the Scripture, so particularly, 2 Cor. 6.16. I will be their God: and Revel. 21.17. He that overcometh shal inherit all things, and I will be his God.
for thus the Covenant is expounded and Summed, as frequently elsewhere in the Scripture, so particularly, 2 Cor. 6.16. I will be their God: and Revel. 21.17. He that Overcometh shall inherit all things, and I will be his God.
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and yet all is by the Gospel brought forth, laid before the hearers of it, and made offer of to them, on most easie and wonderfully condescending terms.
and yet all is by the Gospel brought forth, laid before the hearers of it, and made offer of to them, on most easy and wonderfully condescending terms.
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there is not any thing that looks like a crack or uncertainty, but there is sufficient security for it here, in this Covenant, (in this most full and wonderfully well ordered Covenant in all things and very sure ) to all who are fled to Christ for refuge. 4. There is in it what is needful and requisit to full satisfaction, to the Solace, delight, joy and compleat happiness of the persons that cordially close with it:
there is not any thing that looks like a Crac or uncertainty, but there is sufficient security for it Here, in this Covenant, (in this most full and wonderfully well ordered Covenant in all things and very sure) to all who Are fled to christ for refuge. 4. There is in it what is needful and requisite to full satisfaction, to the Solace, delight, joy and complete happiness of the Persons that cordially close with it:
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So that a Soul can crave no more, nor wish for more; It is even all their desire, as David saith of it, 2 Sam. 23.5. It's Mensura voti, nay ultra mensuram voti; it never entred into mans heart to conceive much less to desire it.
So that a Soul can crave no more, nor wish for more; It is even all their desire, as David Says of it, 2 Sam. 23.5. It's Mensura voti, nay ultra mensuram voti; it never entered into men heart to conceive much less to desire it.
For if God and Christ, Grace and mercy be in it, is there any thing a missing? or can there possibly be any thing wanting in it? May I not very confidently ask you;
For if God and christ, Grace and mercy be in it, is there any thing a missing? or can there possibly be any thing wanting in it? May I not very confidently ask you;
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and is not this Gospel, whereby all these great things are brought to the market, good news? Take heed then that ye receive not this Grace in vain, that these wares worthy of all possible intertainment and welcome stand not before you unbought:
and is not this Gospel, whereby all these great things Are brought to the market, good news? Take heed then that you receive not this Grace in vain, that these wares worthy of all possible entertainment and welcome stand not before you unbought:
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Secondly, Who are the Chap-men or Merchants? You would have readily thought that such wares would have required mighty Monarchs, great States-men, learned Philosophers,
Secondly, Who Are the Chapmen or Merchant's? You would have readily Thought that such wares would have required mighty Monarchs, great Statesmen, learned Philosophers,
Are there any that want what may make them happy, and would fain have? Are there any that have their peace to make with God, any that have not their interest clear,
are there any that want what may make them happy, and would fain have? are there any that have their peace to make with God, any that have not their Interest clear,
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and made sure? any that are wrestling with a bodie of death, and g•oaning under it? Any that fain would have sin pardoned and subdued? Any that would have Grace, heaven and Glory,
and made sure? any that Are wrestling with a body of death, and g•oaning under it? Any that fain would have since pardoned and subdued? Any that would have Grace, heaven and Glory,
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And to clear this a litle, I suppose, there are none of you but you are some way under one of these Three, though the externall call and offer comes indifferently to you all.
And to clear this a little, I suppose, there Are none of you but you Are Some Way under one of these Three, though the external call and offer comes indifferently to you all.
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and to you the Gospel says, How long ye fools will ye love simplicity? And how long will ye sleep, O sluggards? As there is a Challenge and regrate here,
and to you the Gospel Says, How long you Fools will you love simplicity? And how long will you sleep, Oh sluggards? As there is a Challenge and regrate Here,
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which implies an engagement by Covenant to the Lord, after hearing and inclining the ear to his word, a striking of hands and closing with the bargain.
which Implies an engagement by Covenant to the Lord, After hearing and inclining the ear to his word, a striking of hands and closing with the bargain.
and at such a Price, the rarest and richest wares and Commodities, and at the cheapest rates that ever the world heard tell of. 2. It doth not only Proclaim,
and At such a Price, the Rarest and Richest wares and Commodities, and At the cheapest rates that ever the world herd tell of. 2. It does not only Proclaim,
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but invite and double the invitation to come. 3. It not only invites, but puts the invitation so home, that People must either make the price, (to say so,
but invite and double the invitation to come. 3. It not only invites, but puts the invitation so home, that People must either make the price, (to say so,
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These are dayes of The Son of man, in a special manner, wherein Christs fleet (to speak so with Reverence) is come home, the Shops are now well furnished with Rich Commodities, all his Stands are set out and full of Grace.
These Are days of The Son of man, in a special manner, wherein Christ fleet (to speak so with reverence) is come home, the Shops Are now well furnished with Rich Commodities, all his Stands Are Set out and full of Grace.
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Secondly, Wonder that God hath condescended to make offer of such a bargain to us: that, that which cost Christ so very dear, is offered so exceeding cheap to us.
Secondly, Wonder that God hath condescended to make offer of such a bargain to us: that, that which cost christ so very dear, is offered so exceeding cheap to us.
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and the terms very easie, and the Price wondrously low, even so low, that it comes to no Money, no Price: can ye Possibly wish a better bargain or more easie terms? Are there any chap men that want Money, any that are Thirsty, then Come;
and the terms very easy, and the Price wondrously low, even so low, that it comes to no Money, no Price: can you Possibly wish a better bargain or more easy terms? are there any chap men that want Money, any that Are Thirsty, then Come;
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with a sincere resolution to take them on these very terms? Will ye not be Prevailed with to make experimental tryal, what it is to have Christ Made of God to you wisdome, Righteousness, Sanctification and Redemption? Are there none among you all that have sins to be pardoned, wants to be supplied, strong and stirring Corruptions to be subdued and mortified? Is it Possible that so many are come hither for the fashion? Are there none living at distance from God,
with a sincere resolution to take them on these very terms? Will you not be Prevailed with to make experimental trial, what it is to have christ Made of God to you Wisdom, Righteousness, Sanctification and Redemption? are there none among you all that have Sins to be pardoned, Wants to be supplied, strong and stirring Corruptions to be subdued and mortified? Is it Possible that so many Are come hither for the fashion? are there none living At distance from God,
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nor under his curse really or to their own apprehension, that would have the distance and curse removed? Are there no weak Graces to be strengthened? If there be any such merchants that have a mind and heart to the wares:
nor under his curse really or to their own apprehension, that would have the distance and curse removed? are there no weak Graces to be strengthened? If there be any such merchant's that have a mind and heart to the wares:
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This is the scope of the Gospel, and the preparation for Christ, and also for the Communion, that it calleth for from poor Souls, that would fain close the bargain,
This is the scope of the Gospel, and the preparation for christ, and also for the Communion, that it calls for from poor Souls, that would fain close the bargain,
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Speak, what say ye? Pose and put your hearts to it to declare, if they be indeed willing and well content to make and hold the bargain on his own terms;
Speak, what say you? Pose and put your hearts to it to declare, if they be indeed willing and well content to make and hold the bargain on his own terms;
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and who cannot of your selves command one stayed spirituall thought? If ye were perfectly righteous and fairly landed in Eternity, ye might possibly think the less of it (though even Glorified Saints put a great value on it,
and who cannot of your selves command one stayed spiritual Thought? If you were perfectly righteous and fairly landed in Eternity, you might possibly think the less of it (though even Glorified Saints put a great valve on it,
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and glorious Angels admire it) but that sinners dwelling on earth in cottages of clay, whose habitation is in the dust, should think litle of it, it's strange and even stupendious:
and glorious Angels admire it) but that Sinners Dwelling on earth in cottages of clay, whose habitation is in the dust, should think little of it, it's strange and even stupendious:
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so as in every thing it may meet with your wants, difficulties and Objections? Thirdly, Are not the terms most reasonable? No great thing is sought for from you;
so as in every thing it may meet with your Wants, difficulties and Objections? Thirdly, are not the terms most reasonable? No great thing is sought for from you;
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ye shall find that ye have sitten in your own light greatly, and suffered the opportunity of the Market to slip, which ye will never possibly recover:
you shall find that you have sitten in your own Light greatly, and suffered the opportunity of the Market to slip, which you will never possibly recover:
There are many Countriesides and Cities, in the streets whereof these Packs (to say so) of rich wares were opened up, Laid forth and exposed to sale, that now for many years,
There Are many Countriesides and Cities, in the streets whereof these Packs (to say so) of rich wares were opened up, Laid forth and exposed to sale, that now for many Years,
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many Congregations in Ireland and else where have sadly found this, wherein it hath come to pass, that great scarcity and want are come where there was once great plenty.
many Congregations in Ireland and Else where have sadly found this, wherein it hath come to pass, that great scarcity and want Are come where there was once great plenty.
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for here an empty pur•e needs not make a (blate o) bashful Merchant. 2. Grace stands not precisely on fore-prepa ations (whe•e Souls honestly and sincerely come) as that ye have not been so and so humbled,
for Here an empty pur•e needs not make a (blate oh) bashful Merchant. 2. Grace Stands not precisely on fore-prepa ations (whe•e Souls honestly and sincerely come) as that you have not been so and so humbled,
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it will take little, even a look, or a glance of the souls eye that sees not clearly, according to that memorable word, Psal. 34.5. They looked to him and were lightened:
it will take little, even a look, or a glance of the Souls eye that sees not clearly, according to that memorable word, Psalm 34.5. They looked to him and were lightened:
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it will take an honestly willing mind and hearty consent, though the ability be very litle, a receiving or a sincere minting at receiving of the offer:
it will take an honestly willing mind and hearty consent, though the ability be very little, a receiving or a sincere minting At receiving of the offer:
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We may Ask yet, further to the recommendation of Grace. 1. Was there ever a Merchant that came to the market with that purpose, to buy on its own terms, that went away empty and without wares? If all the Congregation of the first born were put to it, they would be ready to bear witness, that Grace never stood with them on any qualification in them,
We may Ask yet, further to the recommendation of Grace. 1. Was there ever a Merchant that Come to the market with that purpose, to buy on its own terms, that went away empty and without wares? If all the Congregation of the First born were put to it, they would be ready to bear witness, that Grace never stood with them on any qualification in them,
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when they came honestly. 2. I Would Ask, was there ever any that adventured honestly on it, whom it mis-gave? That hazarded (to speak so) and yet fell by the way,
when they Come honestly. 2. I Would Ask, was there ever any that adventured honestly on it, whom it misgave? That hazarded (to speak so) and yet fell by the Way,
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or that ever repented themselves that they hazarded and entrusted their Souls to this bargain? 3. Let me Ask, was there eve• any that took hold on and griped it, in whose hand i• brake? The bargain and Covenant is everlasting? th• mercies are sure mercies, once sure and alwayes sure, once rich and for ever so;
or that ever repented themselves that they hazarded and Entrusted their Souls to this bargain? 3. Let me Ask, was there eve• any that took hold on and gripped it, in whose hand i• brake? The bargain and Covenant is everlasting? th• Mercies Are sure Mercies, once sure and always sure, once rich and for ever so;
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Is any thing to hard for him? S• we may say of his Grace, Is any thing too free for it Only abuse not Grace, Prostitute it not, turn not you• back on it, neither turn it into wantonness;
Is any thing to hard for him? S• we may say of his Grace, Is any thing too free for it Only abuse not Grace, Prostitute it not, turn not you• back on it, neither turn it into wantonness;
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Therefore, I beseech you, study First, To be i• case to take Graces wares home with you, Repentance Faith, Hope, Love, Mortification, Meekness, Patience, &c. These things are in the Covenant betwix• Christ and you and set to Sale in the Market. 2. Be making ready, for the Market is ready:
Therefore, I beseech you, study First, To be i• case to take Graces wares home with you, Repentance Faith, Hope, Love, Mortification, Meekness, Patience, etc. These things Are in the Covenant betwix• christ and you and Set to Sale in the Market. 2. Be making ready, for the Market is ready:
and indeed it is a part and a considerable part of our preparation for the Communion, to be rooted in the Faith of these great things and to get our affections stretched, dilated and widened to receive them:
and indeed it is a part and a considerable part of our preparation for the Communion, to be rooted in the Faith of these great things and to get our affections stretched, dilated and widened to receive them:
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To get the everlasting doores cast up, that the King of Glory may come in, That when he calls for entrie, the doors may be opened at the very first knock. 3. If so be your desires be stirred up,
To get the everlasting doors cast up, that the King of Glory may come in, That when he calls for entry, the doors may be opened At the very First knock. 3. If so be your Desires be stirred up,
whether more diligence should be in preparing for a Communion, or more watchfulness after it: sure, both are required, and it was our Blessed Lords word, Matth. 26.41. after the first celebration of this his Supper, Watch and pray th•t ye enter not into Temptation:
whither more diligence should be in preparing for a Communion, or more watchfulness After it: sure, both Are required, and it was our Blessed lords word, Matthew 26.41. After the First celebration of this his Supper, Watch and pray th•t you enter not into Temptation:
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In the words (to leave the introduction and scope) There is first, a great mercy promised from the Lord to his People, viz. He will speak peace to them.
In the words (to leave the introduction and scope) There is First, a great mercy promised from the Lord to his People, viz. He will speak peace to them.
Let them beware of bounding and dallying with Gods mercy, and of turning his Grace into wantonness, of cooling in their affections to him, of slipping back to their old way,
Let them beware of bounding and dallying with God's mercy, and of turning his Grace into wantonness, of cooling in their affections to him, of slipping back to their old Way,
and i• is on this ground and account, that the sinner is so often called a Fool, and Simple in the Book of Proverbs; and Ephes 5. The Apostle exhorts Christians, to walk not as Fools but as wise;
and i• is on this ground and account, that the sinner is so often called a Fool, and Simple in the Book of Proverbs; and Ephesians 5. The Apostle exhorts Christians, to walk not as Fools but as wise;
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and Luk. 15. The Prodigal is said, when converted, to come to himself, as if he had been in a distraction and beside himself, all the while he was going on in his sinful way. This may be further clear;
and Luk. 15. The Prodigal is said, when converted, to come to himself, as if he had been in a distraction and beside himself, all the while he was going on in his sinful Way. This may be further clear;
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is it not follie for a man to sit tippling and debauching away his time, to be given to Harlotrie and filthiness, to neglect Prayer, to Curse and Swear, to let his mind rove upon things that never were nor will be,
is it not folly for a man to fit tippling and debauching away his time, to be given to Harlotry and filthiness, to neglect Prayer, to Curse and Swear, to let his mind rove upon things that never were nor will be,
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See this verified eminently in Ahithophel, that Prodigy of profound Policie ( Whose counsel, in those dayes, with David and Absalom was, as, if one had enquired at the Oracle of God.
See this verified eminently in Ahithophel, that Prodigy of profound Policy (Whose counsel, in those days, with David and Absalom was, as, if one had inquired At the Oracle of God.
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See it also convincingly made good, in the rich Man in the Gospel, To whom it's sadly and surprisingly said, Thou fool, this night thy soul shall be taken from thee,
See it also convincingly made good, in the rich Man in the Gospel, To whom it's sadly and surprisingly said, Thou fool, this night thy soul shall be taken from thee,
Is it not folly to see a man Labouring in the fire, for very vanity, loading himself with thick clay, pursuing the East-wind? He is just like a man in a frenzie, who imagines himself to be a King,
Is it not folly to see a man Labouring in the fire, for very vanity, loading himself with thick clay, pursuing the East wind? He is just like a man in a frenzy, who imagines himself to be a King,
and to be riding in great State and Triumph, when in the mean time he is a Poor naked Pitifull and despicable creature, in the eyes of all that behold him.
and to be riding in great State and Triumph, when in the mean time he is a Poor naked Pitiful and despicable creature, in the eyes of all that behold him.
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Fourthly, If we look to the spring, fountain and cause of it; There can be no just nor relevant reason given for sin; It's therefore, no doubt, folly:
Fourthly, If we look to the spring, fountain and cause of it; There can be no just nor relevant reason given for since; It's Therefore, no doubt, folly:
Is there, or can there be any thing that evidenceth mens folly so much, as their coming in tops with God, their walking in the way of death, their loving simplicity (as it is Prov. 1.) And their quiting the way of Life? Now the word of God is true wisdome,
Is there, or can there be any thing that Evidenceth men's folly so much, as their coming in tops with God, their walking in the Way of death, their loving simplicity (as it is Curae 1.) And their quiting the Way of Life? Now the word of God is true Wisdom,
such of you as will not be convinced of it now in time, within a few dayes or years, ye shall be convinced of it to purpose & to your eternall prejudice;
such of you as will not be convinced of it now in time, within a few days or Years, you shall be convinced of it to purpose & to your Eternal prejudice;
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What profit have ye in those things whereof ye are now ashamed? And had we Spirituall eyes to discern the Condition of the most part of men and Women, who evidently ly still in black Nature unrenewed, who slight the offers of Grace,
What profit have you in those things whereof you Are now ashamed? And had we Spiritual eyes to discern the Condition of the most part of men and Women, who evidently lie still in black Nature unrenewed, who slight the offers of Grace,
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because they forsake their own Mercie, The sure Mercies of David, and follow after lying vanities, and wearie themselves with a vain pursuit after that which cannot profit them, Alace for this follie!
Because they forsake their own Mercy, The sure mercies of David, and follow After lying vanities, and weary themselves with a vain pursuit After that which cannot profit them, Alace for this folly!
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O beastly Israel! inferior to the very brutes thorow the folly of sinning against God; and saith he, Jer. 2. Be astonished O Heavens; and horribly afraid;
Oh beastly Israel! inferior to the very brutus's thorough the folly of sinning against God; and Says he, Jer. 2. Be astonished Oh Heavens; and horribly afraid;
Q egregious follie and demented choice? how many professours of religion are there, who are foolish Virgins? And how many foolish practices are there among the Godly themselves? Let it not then be thought strange (as a word of Use from it) that not only among externall professours,
Q egregious folly and demented choice? how many professors of Religion Are there, who Are foolish Virgins? And how many foolish practices Are there among the Godly themselves? Let it not then be Thought strange (as a word of Use from it) that not only among external professors,
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as many as ever heard the Gospel, and did partake of the Grace of it; and are before the Throne, and hope to be there, are as so many proofs; witnesses and living monuments:
as many as ever herd the Gospel, and did partake of the Grace of it; and Are before the Throne, and hope to be there, Are as so many proofs; Witnesses and living monuments:
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and by his meeting and treating with them in and by that offer, in his intreating or inviting them earnestly to come to him, who have wearied themselves,
and by his meeting and treating with them in and by that offer, in his entreating or inviting them earnestly to come to him, who have wearied themselves,
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pressing them to return, and assuring them that he will heal their backslidings, Isai. 55. Jer. 3. Hos. 14. And preaching peace through Christ Jesus, Eph. 2. counselling them to come and buy eye salve of him, &c. and by his knocking and waiting at their Door for admittance and entry, Rom. 3. Are not these words of peace to a foolish Church? 2. In making peace with some,
pressing them to return, and assuring them that he will heal their backslidings, Isaiah 55. Jer. 3. Hos. 14. And preaching peace through christ jesus, Ephesians 2. counseling them to come and buy eye salve of him, etc. and by his knocking and waiting At their Door for admittance and entry, Rom. 3. are not these words of peace to a foolish Church? 2. In making peace with Some,
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that when their sin is sought for, it is not to be found, because He hath pardoned it; and Hos. 2. This is called an alluring, or (as the word is) a speaking to the heart. 3. In his not only taking away the Controversie and making peace;
that when their since is sought for, it is not to be found, Because He hath pardoned it; and Hos. 2. This is called an alluring, or (as the word is) a speaking to the heart. 3. In his not only taking away the Controversy and making peace;
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but in his intimating that peace, Saying to the pardoned sinner, Thy sinnes are forgiven thee, go in peace, I am thy Salvation, and then the promise John 14.21.23. Is fulfilled, when Christ breaks open doors and comes in and Sups, and dwels, his Father and he: and one main dish that is set on the Table (to say so) is Peace, as Vers. 27. Peace I leave with you, My peace I give unto you:
but in his intimating that peace, Saying to the pardoned sinner, Thy Sins Are forgiven thee, go in peace, I am thy Salvation, and then the promise John 14.21.23. Is fulfilled, when christ breaks open doors and comes in and Sups, and dwells, his Father and he: and one main dish that is Set on the Table (to say so) is Peace, as Vers. 27. Peace I leave with you, My peace I give unto you:
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and other special occasions are, when there hath been more then ordinary diligence in prayer, more then ordinary Sorrow for Sin, peace is readily spoken on the back of it:
and other special occasions Are, when there hath been more then ordinary diligence in prayer, more then ordinary Sorrow for since, peace is readily spoken on the back of it:
Fourthly, Observe, That, In and about those times, when God hath spoken (or very urgently offered to speak) Peace, there is often some restraint on People,
Fourthly, Observe, That, In and about those times, when God hath spoken (or very urgently offered to speak) Peace, there is often Some restraint on People,
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as the Lord saith of many of the Jews, that were hearers of John, Who was a burning and a shining light, that they rejoyced in his light for a season: So Psal. 106.12. Then believed they his words, they sang his Praise;
as the Lord Says of many of the jews, that were hearers of John, Who was a burning and a shining Light, that they rejoiced in his Light for a season: So Psalm 106.12. Then believed they his words, they sang his Praise;
So likewise at Fasts and Communions, affections will be readily somewhat stirred and warmed, and there will be many brave purposes and resolutions, such as were in the people, Exod 19. When they said, All that the Lord commands we will do:
So likewise At Fasts and Communions, affections will be readily somewhat stirred and warmed, and there will be many brave Purposes and resolutions, such as were in the people, Exod 19. When they said, All that the Lord commands we will do:
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Hezekiah, after a sweet word of peace was spoken to him, Isaiah 38. Falls into the follie of Pride and vain ostentation, Chap. 39. Peter, after peace spoken to him denyeth his Master:
Hezekiah, After a sweet word of peace was spoken to him, Isaiah 38. Falls into the folly of Pride and vain ostentation, Chap. 39. Peter, After peace spoken to him denyeth his Master:
was there not peace spoken to the Disciples in that sweet Sermon John 14. and 15, and 16. Chap. And yet that sad word followes, Ye all shall be offended because of me this night;
was there not peace spoken to the Disciples in that sweet Sermon John 14. and 15, and 16. Chap. And yet that sad word follows, You all shall be offended Because of me this night;
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what then may befall the more Common sort of professors, who know not what it is to stand before the least tentation? The Reasons of this may be first, because the devil falls presently on,
what then may befall the more Common sort of professors, who know not what it is to stand before the least tentation? The Reasons of this may be First, Because the Devil falls presently on,
old courtiers (to speak so) and lusts set on and essay what hearing they can get. 2. Because though, by peace spoken, tentations and corruptions may be bound up, yea and some-what Mortified:
old courtiers (to speak so) and Lustiest Set on and essay what hearing they can get. 2. Because though, by peace spoken, tentations and corruptions may be bound up, yea and somewhat Mortified:
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even in their best estate: as we may perceive, in the Lords dealing with Hezekiah, and with David, in that Psal. 30. Thou didst hide thy face saith he, and I was troubled. O! what follie, vanity and outbreaking of corruption do often follow on the back of a seeming work of turning to God,
even in their best estate: as we may perceive, in the lords dealing with Hezekiah, and with David, in that Psalm 30. Thou didst hide thy face Says he, and I was troubled. OH! what folly, vanity and outbreaking of corruption do often follow on the back of a seeming work of turning to God,
and have had Peace spoken to them, then to take heed that they turn not again to folly, To take heed that they fall not into the same sins that they seemed to have abandoned and turned away from:
and have had Peace spoken to them, then to take heed that they turn not again to folly, To take heed that they fallen not into the same Sins that they seemed to have abandoned and turned away from:
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that it be not with them, According to the true Proverb, The Dog is returned to his vomit, and the Sow that was washed, to her wallowing in the mire, as it is, 2 Pet. 2.22. Under which similitude, the Apostle powerfully disswades Professors of Religion from turning again to sin, by shewing the loathsomness of it:
that it be not with them, According to the true Proverb, The Dog is returned to his vomit, and the Sow that was washed, to her wallowing in the mire, as it is, 2 Pet. 2.22. Under which similitude, the Apostle powerfully dissuades Professors of Religion from turning again to since, by showing the loathsomeness of it:
First That you should abstain from the sins that you have been given to, such as tippling, drinking drunk, Swearing, Sabbath breaking, neglect of Prayer and the like, and do so no more:
First That you should abstain from the Sins that you have been given to, such as tippling, drinking drunk, Swearing, Sabbath breaking, neglect of Prayer and the like, and do so no more:
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for Advertisement and warning, Let him that stands take heed lest he fall, Let him not look on himself as incapable to be stollen off his feet: Alace!
for Advertisement and warning, Let him that Stands take heed lest he fallen, Let him not look on himself as incapable to be stolen off his feet: Alace!
and indeed it is not without very good ground, as ye will easily perceive, if, First, Ye look to and Consider the best Saints and in their best condition:
and indeed it is not without very good ground, as you will Easily perceive, if, First, You look to and Consider the best Saints and in their best condition:
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when our Lord had Preached to them both the Preparation & thanks-giving Sermons, before and after the Communion? And yet they all were offended because of him,
when our Lord had Preached to them both the Preparation & thanksgiving Sermons, before and After the Communion? And yet they all were offended Because of him,
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Secondly, If we consider that those sins and fals were often exceeding Sudden, the same night, in the Disciples (as I just now hinted,) and in Hezekiah, very quickly after his recovery:
Secondly, If we Consider that those Sins and falls were often exceeding Sudden, the same night, in the Disciples (as I just now hinted,) and in Hezekiah, very quickly After his recovery:
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We said, not only Suddenly, but foullie; as is clear in Adam, who when he had no corruption formerly, fell from God to the devil (and by the way, many of you are so grosly ignorant, and wofully self-conceited:
We said, not only Suddenly, but foully; as is clear in Adam, who when he had no corruption formerly, fell from God to the Devil (and by the Way, many of you Are so grossly ignorant, and woefully self-conceited:
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and Solomons Idolatrie, at least his tolerating it, after God had spoken twise to him? What a foul fault and fall was that of Israels, After their so Solemn engagements, and fair undertakings.
and Solomons Idolatry, At least his tolerating it, After God had spoken twice to him? What a foul fault and fallen was that of Israel's, After their so Solemn engagements, and fair undertakings.
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& what a foull fall was that of Peters, to forswear Christ, by denying him with an oath? And of the rest of the Disciples, unkindly & unworthily to forsake him and flee? And who knows,
& what a foul fallen was that of Peter's, to forswear christ, by denying him with an oath? And of the rest of the Disciples, unkindly & unworthily to forsake him and flee? And who knows,
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even to be found staggering in the streets? And that others of you who prayed not before, may be heard cursing? Ye who are believers and Saints indeed, would Observe this,
even to be found staggering in the streets? And that Others of you who prayed not before, may be herd cursing? the who Are believers and Saints indeed, would Observe this,
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how ye carried and behaved after Communions before? Can ye say, but that, as many Communions as ye have been at, there have been as many breaches? If ye have never failed before, ye may be secure now;
how you carried and behaved After Communions before? Can you say, but that, as many Communions as you have been At, there have been as many Breaches? If you have never failed before, you may be secure now;
Fourthly, Have ye any knowledge of, and acquaintance with your own hearts? Is your corruption dead? Are your Idols quite slain? or are they not rather like to those strange wives, in Nehemiahs time, (who were put away) crying on you for pity, (O! cruel pity) and weeping on you to be admitted to come home again? And have none of you so much foolish, fond and cruel Pity,
Fourthly, Have you any knowledge of, and acquaintance with your own hearts? Is your corruption dead? are your Idols quite slave? or Are they not rather like to those strange wives, in Nehemiah's time, (who were put away) crying on you for pity, (OH! cruel pity) and weeping on you to be admitted to come home again? And have none of you so much foolish, found and cruel Pity,
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nor strong corruptions within you? Do ye not see what a ready welcome Tentations to sin are like to get? And find ye not a woful propension to be glad, that the restraint and aw-band of a Communion day is over and by? And doth not this press you to watch? Fifthly, Try but how it hath been with you since the Sabbath, Is not the bent ye had then, alreadly very much slacked? Is not much of that seeming or really good frame of Spirit gone? Is not the great part of your work yet before you? And is it not a greater difficulty, to make out an engagement, then to make it;
nor strong corruptions within you? Do you not see what a ready welcome Tentations to since Are like to get? And find you not a woeful propension to be glad, that the restraint and aw-band of a Communion day is over and by? And does not this press you to watch? Fifthly, Try but how it hath been with you since the Sabbath, Is not the bent you had then, alreadly very much slacked? Is not much of that seeming or really good frame of Spirit gone? Is not the great part of your work yet before you? And is it not a greater difficulty, to make out an engagement, then to make it;
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and given your military Oath, and go•ten the signe and word of command, should you quit your Post? beware of that, the matter is of greater concernement, then ye are aware of:
and given your military Oath, and go•ten the Signen and word of command, should you quit your Post? beware of that, the matter is of greater concernment, then you Are aware of:
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For the Second Thing, viz. What it is wherein, or in reference to what we do presse your taking warning and being wary? And here I would have you, First, To be aware not only of mo•e grosse sins,
For the Second Thing, viz. What it is wherein, or in Referente to what we do press your taking warning and being wary? And Here I would have you, First, To be aware not only of mo•e gross Sins,
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as namely litle sins (litle I mean Comparatively) Is it not a litle one? saith Lot of Zoar. O! How unsuitable was it for him, to whom the Lord had but a very litle before spoken such a great and gracious word of peace, as that;
as namely little Sins (little I mean Comparatively) Is it not a little one? Says Lot of Zoar. OH! How unsuitable was it for him, to whom the Lord had but a very little before spoken such a great and gracious word of peace, as that;
he will teach and Prompt you to say, we may be cheerfull and sport us a while, without regard to the matter, Measure or season, though ye be not prophane:
he will teach and Prompt you to say, we may be cheerful and sport us a while, without regard to the matter, Measure or season, though you be not profane:
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The confessions of many poor Creatures (who become Publickly and Prodigiously Scandalous) on their death beds or on a Scaffold, that omissions of duty have Predisposed them to,
The confessions of many poor Creatures (who become Publicly and Prodigiously Scandalous) on their death Beds or on a Scaffold, that omissions of duty have Predisposed them to,
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and brought on those grosse Commissions, may and should awake and alarm us: ye would therefore with Holy Job Make a Covenant with your eyes and other senses,
and brought on those gross Commissions, may and should awake and alarm us: you would Therefore with Holy Job Make a Covenant with your eyes and other Senses,
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Fourthly, Beware of neglecting Spiritual and Gospel duties: such as, Self-examination or Self-searching, Self-denyall, Mortification and use making of Christ:
Fourthly, Beware of neglecting Spiritual and Gospel duties: such as, Self-examination or Self-searching, Self-denial, Mortification and use making of christ:
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It is no doubt great Gospel-follie, when Christ (being freely and fully offered therein) is not improved for wisdom, righteousness, Sanctification and redemption:
It is no doubt great gospel-folly, when christ (being freely and Fully offered therein) is not improved for Wisdom, righteousness, Sanctification and redemption:
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Therefore any of you who have lo•ked on it as follie to neglect these spiritual duties, see that ye return not again to that follie. Fifthly, Beware of unbelief:
Therefore any of you who have lo•ked on it as folly to neglect these spiritual duties, see that you return not again to that folly. Fifthly, Beware of unbelief:
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though ye should meet with difficulties? Believers in Christ, lick not up that vomit again, turn not again to that follie, to which there is a secret Naturall bentness of heart:
though you should meet with difficulties? Believers in christ, lick not up that vomit again, turn not again to that folly, to which there is a secret Natural bentness of heart:
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O what a weariness have they been to them? As Sacred Solemnities were to those spoken of, Amos 8.5. Who cried, When shall the new Moon be gone, that we may sell Corn, and the Sabbath day, that we may set out Wheat? To many these dayes of Fasting and Spiritual Feasting and Communicating have been as a bridle bit in their Mouths, to restrain them from running on the Mountains of their vanity;
Oh what a weariness have they been to them? As Sacred Solemnities were to those spoken of, Amos 8.5. Who cried, When shall the new Moon be gone, that we may fell Corn, and the Sabbath day, that we may Set out Wheat? To many these days of Fasting and Spiritual Feasting and Communicating have been as a bridle bit in their Mouths, to restrain them from running on the Mountains of their vanity;
The Second Use is, For Exhortation; would ye then know the duty that ye are called unto? this is it, Let not Gods People and Saints turn again to follie, Let not the Idler return to his Idleness;
The Second Use is, For Exhortation; would you then know the duty that you Are called unto? this is it, Let not God's People and Saints turn again to folly, Let not the Idler return to his Idleness;
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the ignorant, who have been at a litle pains to learn some questions before the examination and communion, to his negligence in seeking after knowledge, &c. Let not this be;
the ignorant, who have been At a little pains to Learn Some questions before the examination and communion, to his negligence in seeking After knowledge, etc. Let not this be;
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If ye have vomited out these and other sins, Lick them not up again To presse this Use a litle, we would First Give you some considerations from the Text. Secondly, Some directions to help you forward in the Practice of it.
If you have vomited out these and other Sins, Lick them not up again To press this Use a little, we would First Give you Some considerations from the Text. Secondly, some directions to help you forward in the Practice of it.
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now to let alone sins, and to give your selves to Prayer, then to be walking in the street on the Plain-stones? Is it not more wisdom to be given to edifieing discourse,
now to let alone Sins, and to give your selves to Prayer, then to be walking in the street on the Plain-stones? Is it not more Wisdom to be given to edifying discourse,
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if ye shall turn to those sins and to this Folly again. 2. Have ye been examining your selves? And do ye find, that much of your life hath been spent in folly, by Some Twenty, by some Thirty, by some Fourthy, by some Fifthy, by some Sixty years.
if you shall turn to those Sins and to this Folly again. 2. Have you been examining your selves? And do you find, that much of your life hath been spent in folly, by some Twenty, by Some Thirty, by Some Fourthy, by Some Fifthy, by Some Sixty Years.
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but the Lord hath been offering peace to them, treating with them, saying Behold me, Behold me, intreating and requesting them to be reconciled? And hath there not been some tickling of the affections of many? If so, will ye be such fools as to fall back,
but the Lord hath been offering peace to them, treating with them, saying Behold me, Behold me, entreating and requesting them to be reconciled? And hath there not been Some tickling of the affections of many? If so, will you be such Fools as to fallen back,
and to wear out the sense of that peace and warmness, that any of you have win to? And ye with whom God hath been meeting and treating about the pardon of sin, what a folly will it be, in place of getting a discharge, to increase and multiply your debt? 4 Are there not some engagements on you? Or what ever be reall, is there not a profession of coming under engagements? Are not the vowes of God on some of you? Is there not some sin that hath stared you in the face, which ye have resolved to abstain from? And hath there not been some stirring and stickling of desires to perform what ye have resolved and engaged to? And will ye break all these bands? Will ye repent and rue, that ever ye ingaged to God? If so,
and to wear out the sense of that peace and warmness, that any of you have win to? And you with whom God hath been meeting and treating about the pardon of since, what a folly will it be, in place of getting a discharge, to increase and multiply your debt? 4 are there not Some engagements on you? Or what ever be real, is there not a profession of coming under engagements? are not the vows of God on Some of you? Is there not Some since that hath stared you in the face, which you have resolved to abstain from? And hath there not been Some stirring and stickling of Desires to perform what you have resolved and engaged to? And will you break all these bans? Will you Repent and rue, that ever you engaged to God? If so,
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as ye notably play the fools, So the Lord will be about with you, and even spew you out of his Mouth, that ye may puddle your fill in the mire of sin. 5. Is there not a great bentness and propension in all naturally to turn again to follie? Is there not an evil heart of unbelief, ready to depart from the living God? I have so much Charity for you,
as you notably play the Fools, So the Lord will be about with you, and even spew you out of his Mouth, that you may puddle your fill in the mire of since. 5. Is there not a great bentness and propension in all naturally to turn again to folly? Is there not an evil heart of unbelief, ready to depart from the living God? I have so much Charity for you,
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if ye shall fall back, if ye slacken your bent, and growing cold, turn again to folly? ye will wear out any bit of good frame that ye have attained:
if you shall fallen back, if you slacken your bent, and growing cold, turn again to folly? you will wear out any bit of good frame that you have attained:
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and become in a manner more beastly and swinish in your sinfull way then before; At the very thoughts whereof your hearts should scare, Nauseat and even grow sick.
and become in a manner more beastly and swinish in your sinful Way then before; At the very thoughts whereof your hearts should scare, Nauseate and even grow sick.
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are ye sure that God will give you Repentance, If ye shall hazard on some sin? Are not many given up to hardness of heart, who never come to Repentance? Know ye what Repentance is? have ye not been already essaying and doing somewhat at Repentance;
Are you sure that God will give you Repentance, If you shall hazard on Some since? are not many given up to hardness of heart, who never come to Repentance? Know you what Repentance is? have you not been already essaying and doing somewhat At Repentance;
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and have ye not found it difficult and hard to come by? And if ye shall sin yet more, will not Repentance be yet a greater, more difficult and hard work? and suppose ye should get Repentance, ye shall know the truth of that saying, Jer. 2. That it was an evil and a bitter thing to depart from the Living God,
and have you not found it difficult and hard to come by? And if you shall sin yet more, will not Repentance be yet a greater, more difficult and hard work? and suppose you should get Repentance, you shall know the truth of that saying, Jer. 2. That it was an evil and a bitter thing to depart from the Living God,
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will those things be litle, think ye? what pleasure or profit can ye have in those things whereof ye will be ashamed? Yea suppose ye come to repentance (and a hundred to one if ever ye come to it) ye shall weep and mourn bitterly, that ever ye hazarded so on sin over your light and convictions,
will those things be little, think you? what pleasure or profit can you have in those things whereof you will be ashamed? Yea suppose you come to Repentance (and a hundred to one if ever you come to it) you shall weep and mourn bitterly, that ever you hazarded so on since over your Light and convictions,
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and over the belly of your Conscience? If ye get not repentance (as I am afraid many never shall) what will come of it? Convictions and challenges will wear out;
and over the belly of your Conscience? If you get not Repentance (as I am afraid many never shall) what will come of it? Convictions and challenges will wear out;
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ye will become very Atheists in your hearts, and as so many profaine Heathens in your carriage and when you have lived thus for a time (and the Lord knows how long) will ye not come to die? will not your moneth come on you? will not your bed take you,
you will become very Atheists in your hearts, and as so many profaine heathens in your carriage and when you have lived thus for a time (and the Lord knows how long) will you not come to die? will not your Monn come on you? will not your Bed take you,
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As men sow, so they shall reap? Think ye that God will be inferior to the Creature? will not your Governor or Land-Lord seek account of you according to your engagement? And shall not the Lord call you to a reckoning? Yea certainly:
As men sow, so they shall reap? Think you that God will be inferior to the Creature? will not your Governor or Land-Lord seek account of you according to your engagement? And shall not the Lord call you to a reckoning? Yea Certainly:
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And thus, whether God have a purpose of repentance to you or not, ye shall one day rue it at all the veines of your heart (to speak so) and shall find the follie of it,
And thus, whither God have a purpose of Repentance to you or not, you shall one day rue it At all the Veins of your heart (to speak so) and shall find the folly of it,
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Beloved, We are jealous over you, and would God it were with a suitable Godly jeal•usie: We are afraid that many, ere we be aware, be •own in their former puddle, that ignorance and Pro•anity be as rife as ever;
beloved, We Are jealous over you, and would God it were with a suitable Godly jeal•usie: We Are afraid that many, ere we be aware, be •own in their former puddle, that ignorance and Pro•anity be as rife as ever;
Ah! are our fasts and Communions •o no purpose? Are all your Purposes and resolutions, •our engagements and seeming willingness to engage, 〈 ◊ 〉 vain and to no effect? If ye shall fall back after this •nd turn again to folly;
Ah! Are our fasts and Communions •o no purpose? are all your Purposes and resolutions, •our engagements and seeming willingness to engage, 〈 ◊ 〉 vain and to no Effect? If you shall fallen back After this •nd turn again to folly;
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and •hen there is some wrestling to get you up the hill (as it were) and ye run further down then ever? O! to be mightily helped of God to travell in birth, to have Christ formed in you, & formed in you again:
and •hen there is Some wrestling to get you up the hill (as it were) and you run further down then ever? OH! to be mightily helped of God to travel in birth, to have christ formed in you, & formed in you again:
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Is it probable, when many of you are brought further up then before, if ye fall further back, that ever ye will win up again? We apprehend, that there are many of you, who shall never again, with so much moral Seriousness, be wrought upon,
Is it probable, when many of you Are brought further up then before, if you fallen further back, that ever you will win up again? We apprehend, that there Are many of you, who shall never again, with so much moral Seriousness, be wrought upon,
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else be assured, that the Lord and your own Consciences will bear witness, and we his Servants will also bear witness against you, (as many of you will bear witness against us if we shal do so) If after God hath spoken peace to you:
Else be assured, that the Lord and your own Consciences will bear witness, and we his Servants will also bear witness against you, (as many of you will bear witness against us if we shall do so) If After God hath spoken peace to you:
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will ye but consider what we are seeking? is it not your reall good and advantage? is it any hard or unreasonable thing that we crave of you, or any uncouth thing;
will you but Consider what we Are seeking? is it not your real good and advantage? is it any hard or unreasonable thing that we crave of you, or any uncouth thing;
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that his heart may be made glad, and that He may see of the fruit of the Travel of his Soul to his Satisfaction, in the Salvation of a number of Souls in Glasgow, O that we could get you prevailed with to be as serious in these things,
that his heart may be made glad, and that He may see of the fruit of the Travel of his Soul to his Satisfaction, in the Salvation of a number of Souls in Glasgow, Oh that we could get you prevailed with to be as serious in these things,
There is a sort of Spirituall pride, vanitie and self-conceit, reigning amongst ordinary Professours, and too much of it Prevailing amongst Believers, that undoes them;
There is a sort of Spiritual pride, vanity and self-conceit, reigning among ordinary Professors, and too much of it Prevailing among Believers, that undoes them;
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are there any of you afraid of Fornication & Adultery, or of turning giddy Sectaries and the like? Your want of fear brings you into the mire, ere ye be aware;
Are there any of you afraid of Fornication & Adultery, or of turning giddy Sectaries and the like? Your want of Fear brings you into the mire, ere you be aware;
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or some foul fall before them: Hence the Apostle, Philip. 2.12. Exhorts, Work out the work of your own Salvation with fear and trembling: and 2 Cor. 7.1. To perfect Holiness in the fear of God.
or Some foul fallen before them: Hence the Apostle, Philip. 2.12. Exhorts, Work out the work of your own Salvation with Fear and trembling: and 2 Cor. 7.1. To perfect Holiness in the Fear of God.
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Secondly, Observe well and lay due weight on that exhortation of our Lord, Matth. 26.41. (which hath severall directions in it) Watch and Pray, that ye enter not into Temptation;
Secondly, Observe well and lay due weight on that exhortation of our Lord, Matthew 26.41. (which hath several directions in it) Watch and Pray, that you enter not into Temptation;
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but go about it humbly and seriously, in order to the entertaining the life of Grace, sit not up in it, but rather double your diligence. Thirdly, Keep the heart well; heart-ills are the Principal ills;
but go about it humbly and seriously, in order to the entertaining the life of Grace, fit not up in it, but rather double your diligence. Thirdly, Keep the heart well; heart-ills Are the Principal ills;
Fifthly, Be much in the exercise of Repentance for your bygone folly, My sin (saith David Psal. 51.) Is ever before me; think not Repentance to be the work of a day or two;
Fifthly, Be much in the exercise of Repentance for your bygone folly, My since (Says David Psalm 51.) Is ever before me; think not Repentance to be the work of a day or two;
look back and reflect on your old sins of tippling, Swearing, enmity at Godliness, &c. For if ye wear out of the exercise of Repentance, ye will wear in, piece and piece on your old sins, against which Repentance is a notable bar;
look back and reflect on your old Sins of tippling, Swearing, enmity At Godliness, etc. For if you wear out of the exercise of Repentance, you will wear in, piece and piece on your old Sins, against which Repentance is a notable bar;
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Sixthly, In an especiall manner, be much in Improving the strength of Jesus Christ, to prevent your turning again to folly; do not undertake nor engage in your own strength;
Sixthly, In an especial manner, be much in Improving the strength of jesus christ, to prevent your turning again to folly; do not undertake nor engage in your own strength;
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& to go through the wilderness leaning on their beloved. Seventhly, Defer not to make your Resolutions and engagements practicable; There are many, alace!
& to go through the Wilderness leaning on their Beloved. Seventhly, Defer not to make your Resolutions and engagements practicable; There Are many, alace!
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but for such of you, As detain the truth of God in unrighteousness (as the Apostle says, some do, Rom. 1) or make a prisoner of it, by setting a guard of corrupt affections about it;
but for such of you, As detain the truth of God in unrighteousness (as the Apostle Says, Some do, Rom. 1) or make a prisoner of it, by setting a guard of corrupt affections about it;
Many, I fear, have sleeping consciences, and that will not now speak to them; but the Conscience of every one will speak at length and not keep silence.
Many, I Fear, have sleeping Consciences, and that will not now speak to them; but the Conscience of every one will speak At length and not keep silence.
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These five following Sermons were all Preached about the time of the Communion, the first four within a very few dayes before it, as it gradually approached; the Fifth after it
These five following Sermons were all Preached about the time of the Communion, the First four within a very few days before it, as it gradually approached; the Fifth After it
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On Jeremiah 50. vers. 4, 5. In those dayes, and in that time, saith the Lord, the Children of Israel shall come, they and the Children of Judah together, going and weeping:
On Jeremiah 50. vers. 4, 5. In those days, and in that time, Says the Lord, the Children of Israel shall come, they and the Children of Judah together, going and weeping:
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Vers. 5. They shal ask the way to Zion with their faces thither-ward, Saying, come and let us Joyn our selves to the Lord, in a perpetuall Covenant that shall not b• forgotten. SERMON I.
Vers. 5. They shall ask the Way to Zion with their faces thitherward, Saying, come and let us Join our selves to the Lord, in a perpetual Covenant that shall not b• forgotten. SERMON I
that lay forth before us very clearly the frame and carriage of a people, which formerly have dealt loosly and deceitfully in the matter of their Covenant with God,
that lay forth before us very clearly the frame and carriage of a people, which formerly have dealt loosely and deceitfully in the matter of their Covenant with God,
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and one of them from another, Which division and separation continued lamentably long? They are both here represented as coming home together, Seriously endeavouring to amend and make up the breach betwixt God and them, and among themselves.
and one of them from Another, Which division and separation continued lamentably long? They Are both Here represented as coming home together, Seriously endeavouring to amend and make up the breach betwixt God and them, and among themselves.
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As for the time that this relates to (In those dayes and in that time saith the Lord) It looks, literally and according to the Cohesion, to Babylons Destruction, and 〈 ◊ 〉 Lords bringing down that Babylonish Monarchy by the Persian King Cyrus; In which time the People of God had some liberty to return to their own land:
As for the time that this relates to (In those days and in that time Says the Lord) It looks, literally and according to the Cohesion, to Babylons Destruction, and 〈 ◊ 〉 lords bringing down that Babylonish Monarchy by the Persian King Cyrus; In which time the People of God had Some liberty to return to their own land:
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and withall, that the Covenant which they enter into with the Lord Christ, is such as shall never be forgotten: We must extend the words to their Ingraffing again into their own Olive:
and withal, that the Covenant which they enter into with the Lord christ, is such as shall never be forgotten: We must extend the words to their Engrafting again into their own Olive:
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this looks and hath respect to Jeremiah 31.31, &c. and 32.49. 40. Where the Lord Promiseth To make a new Covenant with the House of Israel and with the house of Judah:
this looks and hath respect to Jeremiah 31.31, etc. and 32.49. 40. Where the Lord Promises To make a new Covenant with the House of Israel and with the house of Judah:
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The same God that perswaded Japhet to dwel in the Tents of Shem, can perswade Shem to dwell in the tents of Japhet: As they minded us Gentiles, as a litle Sister,
The same God that persuaded Japheth to dwell in the Tents of Shem, can persuade Shem to dwell in the tents of Japheth: As they minded us Gentiles, as a little Sister,
Secondly, We see, that Heart-melting towards God and seriousness to make up the breach of a broken Covenant betwixt a People and him, conduce natively to make the hearts of those that have been divided and set at variance from one another, in much warmness of love to unite and sweetly to join together:
Secondly, We see, that Heart-melting towards God and seriousness to make up the breach of a broken Covenant betwixt a People and him, conduce natively to make the hearts of those that have been divided and Set At variance from one Another, in much warmness of love to unite and sweetly to join together:
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But we come to consider the words as they do direct unto, and chalk out the way for a people returning, to make up a broken Covenant with God, which is the Scope.
But we come to Consider the words as they do Direct unto, and chalk out the Way for a people returning, to make up a broken Covenant with God, which is the Scope.
First then, If we look to their frame, we will find implyed in it, 1. A guilty condition. 2. A challenging and convinced condition. 3. A repenting condition;
First then, If we look to their frame, we will find employed in it, 1. A guilty condition. 2. A challenging and convinced condition. 3. A repenting condition;
and it's also implyed in their mourning and weeping, and saying, Come and let us join our selves to the Lord in a perpetuall Covenant never to be forgotten.
and it's also employed in their mourning and weeping, and saying, Come and let us join our selves to the Lord in a perpetual Covenant never to be forgotten.
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this is very sad, yet most true, that Sin and unfaithfull dealing in Gods Covenant will make a separation betwixt him and a People in Covenant with him: Thus it's said, Isai. 59.1. The Lords hand is not shortened, that it cannot save, nor his ear heavy that it cannot hear;
this is very sad, yet most true, that since and unfaithful dealing in God's Covenant will make a separation betwixt him and a People in Covenant with him: Thus it's said, Isaiah 59.1. The lords hand is not shortened, that it cannot save, nor his ear heavy that it cannot hear;
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when many of you that now ••rong to the Ordinances will, if Grace prevent not, meet with that sentence (O dreadfull sentence!) depart from me ye workers of iniquitie, I never knew you.
when many of you that now ••rong to the Ordinances will, if Grace prevent not, meet with that sentence (Oh dreadful sentence!) depart from me you workers of iniquity, I never knew you.
Thirdly, There is here their sensibleness of both these, 1. That they had broken Covenant. 2. That God bad separated himself and withdrawn his Presence from them for their breach of Covenant;
Thirdly, There is Here their sensibleness of both these, 1. That they had broken Covenant. 2. That God bade separated himself and withdrawn his Presence from them for their breach of Covenant;
whence we may Observe, That Conviction of by gone wrongs done to God, and kindly resenting of his absence, are the first rises and springs of Repentance and turning to God;
whence we may Observe, That Conviction of by gone wrongs done to God, and kindly resenting of his absence, Are the First rises and springs of Repentance and turning to God;
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He convinceth the world of sin: so Acts 2.37. the first thing that ever (to speak so) turned the chase in Peters hearers was, that they were pricked in their hearts for sin;
He Convinces the world of since: so Acts 2.37. the First thing that ever (to speak so) turned the chase in Peter's hearers was, that they were pricked in their hearts for since;
and this did put them to an advisement, and to cry out, Men and brethren what shall we do? And indeed there is a necessitie of this, Considering the Lords way of administring his Grace;
and this did put them to an advisement, and to cry out, Men and brothers what shall we do? And indeed there is a necessity of this, Considering the lords Way of administering his Grace;
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but conviction of sin makes them apprehensive of it, and to think, that they would be oblidged to any who would relieve them out of that sad Condition:
but conviction of since makes them apprehensive of it, and to think, that they would be obliged to any who would relieve them out of that sad Condition:
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and though he be absent, yet they know it not, as Samson knew not that God had left him, till he went out to shake himself: But when Gods departure becometh sensible, it will make a wicked Saul to howl,
and though he be absent, yet they know it not, as samson knew not that God had left him, till he went out to shake himself: But when God's departure Becometh sensible, it will make a wicked Saul to howl,
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there is a necessity of the conviction of these Two, 1. Of wrongs done to God. 2. Of Gods absence, ere ye can be serious in the exercise of repentance and turning to God:
there is a necessity of the conviction of these Two, 1. Of wrongs done to God. 2. Of God's absence, ere you can be serious in the exercise of Repentance and turning to God:
It's very sad and much to be Lamented, that many who are ignorant of the way of God should be so strongly perswaded of the goodness of their Condition, that there is no access for any word so much as once to bear upon them:
It's very sad and much to be Lamented, that many who Are ignorant of the Way of God should be so strongly persuaded of the Goodness of their Condition, that there is no access for any word so much as once to bear upon them:
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he hath been always your God, and ye have been always his people: not from any strength of Faith, but from ignorance, stupidity and carnall Presumption;
he hath been always your God, and you have been always his people: not from any strength of Faith, but from ignorance, stupidity and carnal Presumption;
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Conviction or challenge is of or for the want of a new nature? were ye ever convinced of this? not only, of this and that and the other particular sin,
Conviction or challenge is of or for the want of a new nature? were you ever convinced of this? not only, of this and that and the other particular since,
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but the Lord lets him know that fair words, a great Profession, and some, yea much knowledge will not do the turn, he must necessarily have somewhat else,
but the Lord lets him know that fair words, a great Profession, and Some, yea much knowledge will not do the turn, he must necessarily have somewhat Else,
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and by other vows and engagements which ye have come under since that time, especially at the Lords Supper? How few of those have been kept? or rather have they not been as so many ropes of Sand? And who are suitably challenged for and convinced of such breaches,
and by other vows and engagements which you have come under since that time, especially At the lords Supper? How few of those have been kept? or rather have they not been as so many ropes of Sand? And who Are suitably challenged for and convinced of such Breaches,
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as it is implyed here, that these People are? A Fourth Conviction is, of want of Gods presence, insinuated in their Going to seek the Lord, which imports an absence of God,
as it is employed Here, that these People Are? A Fourth Conviction is, of want of God's presence, insinuated in their Going to seek the Lord, which imports an absence of God,
A Fifth Ground of challenge is, in respect of their own stupidity and ignorance, which have incapacitated them to take up the way how to come to God for making up the breach,
A Fifth Ground of challenge is, in respect of their own stupidity and ignorance, which have incapacitated them to take up the Way how to come to God for making up the breach,
A Sixth Challenge implied is, the want of love to one another, and a Challenge for seen distance betwixt God and them helps to bear in on them this Challenge for distance betwixt one another:
A Sixth Challenge implied is, the want of love to one Another, and a Challenge for seen distance betwixt God and them helps to bear in on them this Challenge for distance betwixt one Another:
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It is no Strange nor uncouth thing that is called for from us, to fit and prepare us for Fasts and Communions, it is even seriousness in these most plain, Common and Obvious things:
It is no Strange nor uncouth thing that is called for from us, to fit and prepare us for Fasts and Communions, it is even seriousness in these most plain, Common and Obvious things:
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What is the remedie of this Peoples ill condition here, when they find themselves so far wrong? Come (say they) and let us join our selves to the Lord in a Perpetuall Covenant, never to be forgotten:
What is the remedy of this Peoples ill condition Here, when they find themselves so Far wrong? Come (say they) and let us join our selves to the Lord in a Perpetual Covenant, never to be forgotten:
when I speak here of Covenanting, as that on which the quieting of our Consciences, and the remedie of things wrong in our Condition doth so much depend:
when I speak Here of Covenanting, as that on which the quieting of our Consciences, and the remedy of things wrong in our Condition does so much depend:
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but it is to be understood of a reall Covenanting with God, of a reall and cordiall accepting of the offer of Jesus Christ made to us in the Gospel, whereby an union betwixt God and us through him as Mediator is made up:
but it is to be understood of a real Covenanting with God, of a real and cordial accepting of the offer of jesus christ made to us in the Gospel, whereby an Union betwixt God and us through him as Mediator is made up:
thus David, 2 Sam. 23 5. When he is drawing near to Death, and hath many challenges for things that had been wrong in his Personall walk and in his house, which had brought on it much affliction and trouble,
thus David, 2 Sam. 23 5. When he is drawing near to Death, and hath many challenges for things that had been wrong in his Personal walk and in his house, which had brought on it much affliction and trouble,
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and when he finds himself very infirm, and under the want of much of that lively sense he had won to have, he betakes himself to this, Though (saith he) My house be not so with God,
and when he finds himself very infirm, and under the want of much of that lively sense he had wone to have, he betakes himself to this, Though (Says he) My house be not so with God,
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And if we look on the Prodigal, Luke 15. When he is under a conviction of his Sin and misery, what resolves he upon as a remedy? I will go (saith he) to my Father, and I will say;
And if we look on the Prodigal, Lycia 15. When he is under a conviction of his since and misery, what resolves he upon as a remedy? I will go (Says he) to my Father, and I will say;
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Father, I have sinned, &c. The first thing he betakes himself to and resolves upon, is, to catch hold of the Covenant relation betwixt his Father and him.
Father, I have sinned, etc. The First thing he betakes himself to and resolves upon, is, to catch hold of the Covenant Relation betwixt his Father and him.
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And there is a necessity of this on a Threefold account, 1. Because there can be no solid ground for extricating and bringing one out of an evil condition, but by Covenanting with God;
And there is a necessity of this on a Threefold account, 1. Because there can be no solid ground for extricating and bringing one out of an evil condition, but by Covenanting with God;
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It's true, saith the Soul accused of enmitie against and wrongs done to God, I was an enemie to him and g•eatly wronged him, I was liable to his curse and wra•h for sin;
It's true, Says the Soul accused of enmity against and wrongs done to God, I was an enemy to him and g•eatly wronged him, I was liable to his curse and wra•h for since;
and do rest upon Christs satisfaction for pardon, therefore I am Justified and shall not come into condemnation. 2. Because there can be no peace to the Soul, till there be some thorow evidence that the Covenant is fixed and made sure;
and do rest upon Christ satisfaction for pardon, Therefore I am Justified and shall not come into condemnation. 2. Because there can be no peace to the Soul, till there be Some thorough evidence that the Covenant is fixed and made sure;
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Hence are all those promises, Jer. 30.31, 32, 33. and Heb. 8. which are so often repeated, I will Pardon their iniquities, I will remember their sins no more, &c. All which Promises being priviledges of a Covenanter with God, whoever would look for the Performance of the Promises, there is a necessitie of their being in Covenant with him, ere they can expect the performance of them and attain to Peace. 3. Because, all that are without the Covenant of Grace are under the curse, being lyable to the breach of the first Covenant:
Hence Are all those promises, Jer. 30.31, 32, 33. and Hebrew 8. which Are so often repeated, I will Pardon their iniquities, I will Remember their Sins no more, etc. All which Promises being privileges of a Covenanter with God, whoever would look for the Performance of the Promises, there is a necessity of their being in Covenant with him, ere they can expect the performance of them and attain to Peace. 3. Because, all that Are without the Covenant of Grace Are under the curse, being liable to the breach of the First Covenant:
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Therefore Ephes. 2. These two are put together, Strangers from the Covenant of Promise; and having no Hope, being without God and Christ in the World;
Therefore Ephesians 2. These two Are put together, Strangers from the Covenant of Promise; and having no Hope, being without God and christ in the World;
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is there any conviction of sin, of violating by gone engagements to God, and of wrongs done to him? take it for a certain truth, that things must be thus adjusted and thus secured betwixt God and you;
is there any conviction of since, of violating by gone engagements to God, and of wrongs done to him? take it for a certain truth, that things must be thus adjusted and thus secured betwixt God and you;
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That is, when God is treating with you & declaring that he is content to close with you, on Condition, that ye will take with your sin, renounce your own righteousness and submit to Christs,
That is, when God is treating with you & declaring that he is content to close with you, on Condition, that you will take with your since, renounce your own righteousness and submit to Christ,
and consent to give up you• selves to me, if ye will quit your own righteousness an• embrace Christs, I will Pardon your sin, I will b• forth coming to you for happiness,
and consent to give up you• selves to me, if you will quit your own righteousness an• embrace Christ, I will Pardon your since, I will b• forth coming to you for happiness,
which may be done in hearing the word, in Praying, in meditating, and in Communi•ating; when Faith is distinctly, at least, really and truly exercised on Gods offer and Promise;
which may be done in hearing the word, in Praying, in meditating, and in Communi•ating; when Faith is distinctly, At least, really and truly exercised on God's offer and Promise;
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that a good understanding may be begotten betwixt God and you, and all quarrels removed and taken away, by declaring and acknowledging your iniquities before him,
that a good understanding may be begotten betwixt God and you, and all quarrels removed and taken away, by declaring and acknowledging your iniquities before him,
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yet we would seriously endeavour to get our hearts brought up sincerely to say with the Psalmist, Psal. 16. My Soul hath said unto the Lord, thou art my Lord:
yet we would seriously endeavour to get our hearts brought up sincerely to say with the Psalmist, Psalm 16. My Soul hath said unto the Lord, thou art my Lord:
Put your selves therefore to the tryall, and see if the frame of your Spirits be such as holds any tolerable Proportion to the frame and posture that Israel and Judah are represen•ed to be in here:
Put your selves Therefore to the trial, and see if the frame of your Spirits be such as holds any tolerable Proportion to the frame and posture that Israel and Judah Are represen•ed to be in Here:
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when in the mean time our hearts and Consciences might, if awake, tell us that we are not in Covenant with God? I know, many of you will be ready to say, ye are friends with God:
when in the mean time our hearts and Consciences might, if awake, tell us that we Are not in Covenant with God? I know, many of you will be ready to say, you Are Friends with God:
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but let me ask such, did ye ever know and believe the enmity? did ye ever apprehend your selves to be stra•gers to God and without the Covenant? Did ye ever experimentally know any good that his word did to you,
but let me ask such, did you ever know and believe the enmity? did you ever apprehend your selves to be stra•gers to God and without the Covenant? Did you ever experimentally know any good that his word did to you,
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as to the bringing of you under the bond of the Covenant? Hath any gracious Change followed upon it? The truth is, many of you think that ye may go to Heaven without the word,
as to the bringing of you under the bound of the Covenant? Hath any gracious Change followed upon it? The truth is, many of you think that you may go to Heaven without the word,
But let me ask yet further, did ye ever know what it was, to make use of Christs mediation, in the making up of a Covenant betwixt God and you? It's like, ye will say, ye prayed:
But let me ask yet further, did you ever know what it was, to make use of Christ mediation, in the making up of a Covenant betwixt God and you? It's like, you will say, you prayed:
though I grant that oftentime• this, to serious Souls will be unclear, and it will b• their burden that they have not strong enough desires t• have it thorough and clear;
though I grant that oftentime• this, to serious Souls will be unclear, and it will b• their burden that they have not strong enough Desires t• have it thorough and clear;
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if once 〈 ◊ 〉 could get you brought under a thorough conviction, th• ye have been deluding your selves, we might yet ha• sweet, lively, comfortable and refreshfull sayes:
if once 〈 ◊ 〉 could get you brought under a thorough conviction, th• you have been deluding your selves, we might yet ha• sweet, lively, comfortable and refreshful Says:
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ye might expect Gods blessi• on these Solemne Ordinances, and that there should 〈 ◊ 〉 a Covenant made up with him never to be forgotten. 〈 ◊ 〉 be Serious in the business,
you might expect God's blessi• on these Solemn Ordinances, and that there should 〈 ◊ 〉 a Covenant made up with him never to be forgotten. 〈 ◊ 〉 be Serious in the business,
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Jeremiah 50. Vers. 4.5. In those dayes, and In that time, saith the Lord the Children of Israel shall come, they and the Children of Judah together, going & weeping:
Jeremiah 50. Vers. 4.5. In those days, and In that time, Says the Lord the Children of Israel shall come, they and the Children of Judah together, going & weeping:
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and let us Joyn our selves to the Lord, in a perpetuall Covenant that shall not be forgotten. SERMON II. COvenanting with God, if it be real, well grounded and sure, is a business of incomparably greatest concern and advantage to sinners;
and let us Join our selves to the Lord, in a perpetual Covenant that shall not be forgotten. SERMON II COvenanting with God, if it be real, well grounded and sure, is a business of incomparably greatest concern and advantage to Sinners;
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and is there any disappointment or disadvantage in the world comparable to that? It is one great end and designe of all Ordinances, that strangers to God by nature may be engaged to him,
and is there any disappointment or disadvantage in the world comparable to that? It is one great end and Design of all Ordinances, that Strangers to God by nature may be engaged to him,
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and this is the great thing which they designe in their Returning, Even to get the knot (to say so) of the Covenant betwixt God and them made fast and sure,
and this is the great thing which they Design in their Returning, Even to get the knot (to say so) of the Covenant betwixt God and them made fast and sure,
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The First whereof is this, that There is nothin• that People, who hav• any Convictions of •heir sin and of their distance from God, should more singly aim at and Seriously seek after,
The First whereof is this, that There is nothin• that People, who hav• any Convictions of •heir since and of their distance from God, should more singly aim At and Seriously seek After,
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we say, should be aimed at & sought after by all that are naturally born enemies to God, Aliens and Strangers to the Covenant of Promise, without Hope,
we say, should be aimed At & sought After by all that Are naturally born enemies to God, Aliens and Strangers to the Covenant of Promise, without Hope,
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and without God in the World, Ephes. 2.12. Compared with vers. 1.2, 3. where to be dead in sins and t•esp•sses, is expounded, to be Without the Covena•t: But more especially those who are touched with the sense of their sin, should have this for their aim, designe and endeavour;
and without God in the World, Ephesians 2.12. Compared with vers. 1.2, 3. where to be dead in Sins and t•esp•sses, is expounded, to be Without the Covena•t: But more especially those who Are touched with the sense of their since, should have this for their aim, Design and endeavour;
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First, Man is naturally an enemy to God, and in respect of his malicious desperat inclination, given to thwart with God, whereby God stands as an enemy to him;
First, Man is naturally an enemy to God, and in respect of his malicious desperate inclination, given to thwart with God, whereby God Stands as an enemy to him;
Secondly, Consider that God is not only an enemy, but stands stated as such with his Curse against sinners according to that word, Cursed is every one that continueth not in all things written in the Law to do them;
Secondly, Consider that God is not only an enemy, but Stands stated as such with his Curse against Sinners according to that word, Cursed is every one that Continueth not in all things written in the Law to do them;
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Third• Consider, that Covenanting with God is that, whe• by a man who is naturally at enmity with God co•eth to be in friendship with him and hath the fa• of every thing altered;
Third• Consider, that Covenanting with God is that, whe• by a man who is naturally At enmity with God co•eth to be in friendship with him and hath the fa• of every thing altered;
and say that he is More then Conqueror 〈 ◊ 〉 them all, as it is Rom. 8. and saith the Apostle t• such, 1 Cor. 3. All things are yours, whether Pau• or Apollo,
and say that he is More then Conqueror 〈 ◊ 〉 them all, as it is Rom. 8. and Says the Apostle t• such, 1 Cor. 3. All things Are yours, whither Pau• or Apollo,
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and ye are Christs Is it any wonder then, that at Poor Soul touche• with the sense of sin be desirous and Solicitous to b• in Covenant with God? And therefore, whethe• we look upon it as a dutie,
and you Are Christ Is it any wonder then, that At Poor Soul touche• with the sense of since be desirous and Solicitous to b• in Covenant with God? And Therefore, whethe• we look upon it as a duty,
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Secondly, From their very great Seriousness in going, and weeping, in going to seek the Lord, asking the way to Zion, and from their encouraging one another to Join in Covenant with the Lord, Observe, that where there is any Sincerity or begun work of Grace, it shews 〈 ◊ 〉 self in nothing sooner,
Secondly, From their very great Seriousness in going, and weeping, in going to seek the Lord, asking the Way to Zion, and from their encouraging one Another to Join in Covenant with the Lord, Observe, that where there is any Sincerity or begun work of Grace, it shows 〈 ◊ 〉 self in nothing sooner,
therefore say they, while they are going and weeping, Come and let us join our selves to the Lord in a perpetuall Covenant, that shal not be forgotten:
Therefore say they, while they Are going and weeping, Come and let us join our selves to the Lord in a perpetual Covenant, that shall not be forgotten:
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the work of Gods Spirit, wh• he comes to Sanctifie and save, is such as makes a ma• run and devote himself to God with hand, heart a• mouth, ye never saw people more quickly and wi• better will come to the Church at the most Solem• occasion;
the work of God's Spirit, wh• he comes to Sanctify and save, is such as makes a ma• run and devote himself to God with hand, heart a• Mouth, you never saw people more quickly and wi• better will come to the Church At the most Solem• occasion;
then (when this work is begun, or there any kindly exercise about it) serious Souls will 〈 ◊ 〉 ready to run with their heart to Subscribe to Gods C•venant,
then (when this work is begun, or there any kindly exercise about it) serious Souls will 〈 ◊ 〉 ready to run with their heart to Subscribe to God's C•venant,
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when the Terms of it are laid out before the• Only advert to these Two things in this Observatio• First, When I speak of entering in Covenant with Go• I mean of the hearts closing with him by Fai h, according as he offers himself in this Gospel;
when the Terms of it Are laid out before the• Only advert to these Two things in this Observatio• First, When I speak of entering in Covenant with Go• I mean of the hearts closing with him by Faith h, according as he offers himself in this Gospel;
quit and abandon your lusts and Idols and gi•• your selves to me, and I will be your God and be fort• coming to you in all things that concern your happine• here and hereafter:
quit and abandon your Lustiest and Idols and gi•• your selves to me, and I will be your God and be fort• coming to you in all things that concern your happine• Here and hereafter:
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Subscribe, I am God• This is called a yeelding to God, or the giving of t• hand to him, 2 Chron. 30.8. and Rom. 10.3. It 〈 ◊ 〉 called A submitting to the righteousness of God.
Subscribe, I am God• This is called a yielding to God, or the giving of t• hand to him, 2 Chronicles 30.8. and Rom. 10.3. It 〈 ◊ 〉 called A submitting to the righteousness of God.
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Secon•ly, When we speak of this impulse towards, or desi• of Covenanting with God, It's no• to be understood 〈 ◊ 〉 every raw wish, such as Balaam bad to be in Heaven but it is a seriously urging impulse,
Secon•ly, When we speak of this impulse towards, or desi• of Covenanting with God, It's no• to be understood 〈 ◊ 〉 every raw wish, such as balaam bad to be in Heaven but it is a seriously urging impulse,
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It's in effect, that which, Matth. 5.6. is called a hungring and thirsting after righteousness: Because it hath in it a fixed longing with Holy Pain: which Cant. 5.8. Is called a being sick of Love: It's such a desire as makes the heart even faint and sick for the want of the thing desired, which can be satisfied with nothing else:
It's in Effect, that which, Matthew 5.6. is called a hungering and thirsting After righteousness: Because it hath in it a fixed longing with Holy Pain: which Cant 5.8. Is called a being sick of Love: It's such a desire as makes the heart even faint and sick for the want of the thing desired, which can be satisfied with nothing Else:
for we have no access to Christ but by the Covenant: therefore, Ephes. 2.12. These two are put together, being without Christ, and being without the Covenant: and Isaiah 66.11, 12. Converts are said to Suck and be satisfied with the Breasts of the Churches Consolation and to be dandled on her knees: Believers are like new born Babes, whom nothing can satisfie or do good to but the Breasts:
for we have no access to christ but by the Covenant: Therefore, Ephesians 2.12. These two Are put together, being without christ, and being without the Covenant: and Isaiah 66.11, 12. Converts Are said to Suck and be satisfied with the Breasts of the Churches Consolation and to be dandled on her knees: Believers Are like new born Babes, whom nothing can satisfy or do good to but the Breasts:
Even to be holily fond (or browden so to speak) on the Pap• the Regenerat Soul cannot endure to be keeped back from sucking the breasts of these Consolations that are in the Covenant:
Even to be holily found (or browden so to speak) on the Pap• the Regenerate Soul cannot endure to be keeped back from sucking the breasts of these Consolations that Are in the Covenant:
but it will be another sort of desire and eagerness which they will have, When the Redeemer comes out of Zion to turn away iniquitie from Jacob. But that ye may know, what this desire and impulse that we speak of is,
but it will be Another sort of desire and eagerness which they will have, When the Redeemer comes out of Zion to turn away iniquity from Jacob. But that you may know, what this desire and impulse that we speak of is,
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I will (saith the Lord) Pour upon the house of David the Spirit of Grace, &c. Away with that Grace, with that Faith and Love which are as old as your selves.
I will (Says the Lord) Pour upon the house of David the Spirit of Grace, etc. Away with that Grace, with that Faith and Love which Are as old as your selves.
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though there is reason that he should seek after help to his infirmitie: the desi•es of many are like the sluggards desire, who lyeth still on his bed, and his ease slays him:
though there is reason that he should seek After help to his infirmity: the desi•es of many Are like the sluggards desire, who lies still on his Bed, and his ease slays him:
they must needs have milk flowing through the Breasts of it for their nourishment; that is a cursed life or ra•her death of persons, who come to the word,
they must needs have milk flowing through the Breasts of it for their nourishment; that is a cursed life or ra•her death of Persons, who come to the word,
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Now Covenanting is the Believers Earnest, and they are thereby made to forget their Fa•hers house, in hope to be admitted to dwell with Christ for evermore.
Now Covenanting is the Believers Earnest, and they Are thereby made to forget their Fa•hers house, in hope to be admitted to dwell with christ for evermore.
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because this impulse t•wards, and desire of Covenanting with Go• speaks o• these three. First, The sense of their need of him a• that they cannot live without him,
Because this impulse t•wards, and desire of Covenanting with Go• speaks o• these three. First, The sense of their need of him a• that they cannot live without him,
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Secondly, An high estimation that they have 〈 ◊ 〉 him, a Judging that they have no happiness but in bin Thirdly, It speaks out faith, in their actuall betakin• of themselves to him for the up making of what the want and stand in need of:
Secondly, an high estimation that they have 〈 ◊ 〉 him, a Judging that they have no happiness but in been Thirdly, It speaks out faith, in their actual betakin• of themselves to him for the up making of what the want and stand in need of:
There is some what of a these in the Prodigal, who when he came to himsel• reckons thus with himself, 1. I perish for hunger, thi• Points at the sense of his need. 2. There is Bread enoug• in my Fathers house and to spare, which shews his Believing esteem of the fulness of God for a supply of hi• need,
There is Some what of a these in the Prodigal, who when he Come to himsel• reckons thus with himself, 1. I perish for hunger, thi• Points At the sense of his need. 2. There is Bred enoug• in my Father's house and to spare, which shows his Believing esteem of the fullness of God for a supply of hi• need,
and for making him a Poor Miserable Perishing wretch compleatly happy. 3. His resolution is, I will go and say, Father, &c. This holds out his actuall purpose of Covenanting with God, which hath always faith in it:
and for making him a Poor Miserable Perishing wretch completely happy. 3. His resolution is, I will go and say, Father, etc. This holds out his actual purpose of Covenanting with God, which hath always faith in it:
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First, This Well qualified or serious desire of Covenanting with God floweth from a two fold Conviction, 1. From a conviction of Peoples sin and breach of Covenant formerly,
First, This Well qualified or serious desire of Covenanting with God flows from a two fold Conviction, 1. From a conviction of Peoples since and breach of Covenant formerly,
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This desire will make the man sometimes forget to eat his bread and it may be to Pray seven times a day (what if I had said twice seven times?) and very oft to with draw from all company, at least, that is not edifieing and profitable,
This desire will make the man sometime forget to eat his bred and it may be to Pray seven times a day (what if I had said twice seven times?) and very oft to with draw from all company, At least, that is not edifying and profitable,
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Fourthly, This well qualified desire is a humbling desire, there is no pleading here with God, of the priviledge of their Relation they have •o Abraham, and to the Covenant made with him:
Fourthly, This well qualified desire is a humbling desire, there is no pleading Here with God, of the privilege of their Relation they have •o Abraham, and to the Covenant made with him:
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they are like the Spouse, who saith to the Daughters of Jerusalem, Cant. 5. If ye see my Beloved, tell him that I am sick of Love, take my Commendations (as if she had said) to him and lay out my case before him:
they Are like the Spouse, who Says to the Daughters of Jerusalem, Cant 5. If you see my beloved, tell him that I am sick of Love, take my Commendations (as if she had said) to him and lay out my case before him:
It must have him and will not submit to the want of him, Communion with him it must have. 2. In this respect, that it maketh no Conditions with God of its own,
It must have him and will not submit to the want of him, Communion with him it must have. 2. In this respect, that it makes no Conditions with God of its own,
many will desire God and Heaven, but with some such secret reservation as this, that they get leave to brook their lusts and Idols, that they may have liberty to tipple and triffle away their time, to take their fill of the World, to be in credit and reputation and to pursue after some one thing or other in the World;
many will desire God and Heaven, but with Some such secret reservation as this, that they get leave to brook their Lustiest and Idols, that they may have liberty to tipple and trifle away their time, to take their fill of the World, to be in credit and reputation and to pursue After Some one thing or other in the World;
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it were therefore very suitable for you, to think, how ye may get your hearts quickened and warmed with vehement and unquenchable desires after this covenanting with God,
it were Therefore very suitable for you, to think, how you may get your hearts quickened and warmed with vehement and unquenchable Desires After this covenanting with God,
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thus the honest well meaning Daughters of Jerusal•m ask the Spouse, Cant. 6. Whither is thy beloved gone, that we may see him with thee? There was a sincere desire after him and a fixed Purpose to be at him,
thus the honest well meaning Daughters of Jerusal•m ask the Spouse, Cant 6. Whither is thy Beloved gone, that we may see him with thee? There was a sincere desire After him and a fixed Purpose to be At him,
This makes me to think, that if many of you had sincerity and seriousness in the great concern of your Salvation, ye would be much and almost inextricably Puzzled,
This makes me to think, that if many of you had sincerity and seriousness in the great concern of your Salvation, you would be much and almost inextricably Puzzled,
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and therefore if ye were put in•o any strait or Dump through the sense of sin, it needed be no great wonder that ye should be in much confusion and did not know what to do to get out of it.
and Therefore if you were put in•o any strait or Dump through the sense of since, it needed be no great wonder that you should be in much confusion and did not know what to do to get out of it.
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as for instance, there is this Prejudice in some, that they think none can go and warrantably take hold of Gods Covenant till they be so and so humbled:
as for instance, there is this Prejudice in Some, that they think none can go and warrantably take hold of God's Covenant till they be so and so humbled:
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look what Passed betwixt Peter and his heaters, Acts. 2. He layeth out before them their horrid guilt in crucificing Christ: they are Pricked in their hearts, and cry, what shall we do? He bids them Repent and be Baptized, which takes in Faith,
look what Passed betwixt Peter and his heaters, Acts. 2. He Layeth out before them their horrid guilt in crucificing christ: they Are Pricked in their hearts, and cry, what shall we do? He bids them repent and be Baptised, which Takes in Faith,
or a very li•le since, had our wicked hands embrewed in the precious blood of Christ Believe on him? Come away (saith he on the matter) for there is no other way to Pardon and Peace with God:
or a very li•le since, had our wicked hands imbrued in the precious blood of christ Believe on him? Come away (Says he on the matter) for there is no other Way to Pardon and Peace with God:
there was much of this in the Primitive times amongst the Christian Romans, Corinthians, Galatians, and Hebrews, many Prejudices at and wrong conceptions of the Gospel and Covenant of Grace:
there was much of this in the Primitive times among the Christian Romans, Corinthians, Galatians, and Hebrews, many Prejudices At and wrong conceptions of the Gospel and Covenant of Grace:
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and therefore they would have patched up a Gospel of Grace & of works: they would have brought in the Ceremonies of the Law and established a self-righteousness:
and Therefore they would have patched up a Gospel of Grace & of works: they would have brought in the Ceremonies of the Law and established a self-righteousness:
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such are like a good Archer that can shoot well, but hath a deceitfull bow, which when he hath put his Arrow on the string and hath drawn it to the very head starts aside and makes him quite misse his mark the fault and defect is not in the mans skill, but in the Bow:
such Are like a good Archer that can shoot well, but hath a deceitful bow, which when he hath put his Arrow on the string and hath drawn it to the very head starts aside and makes him quite miss his mark the fault and defect is not in the men skill, but in the Bow:
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ye then that are indeed serious, and to whom your short comings are really your Souls burden, would not think it any uncouth, strange or extraordinary thing, to find desire and affection running far before your light and practise, (though ye would endeavour to have them foot-side) a Christians desire may be a dayes Journey (as it were) before himself, as to his attainment:
you then that Are indeed serious, and to whom your short comings Are really your Souls burden, would not think it any uncouth, strange or extraordinary thing, to find desire and affection running Far before your Light and practise, (though you would endeavour to have them foot-side) a Christians desire may be a days Journey (as it were) before himself, as to his attainment:
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Faithfull is he who hath called you, who also will do it, 1 Thess. 5.24. Return back sliding Children, and I will heal your back-slidings, saith the Lord;
Faithful is he who hath called you, who also will do it, 1 Thess 5.24. Return back sliding Children, and I will heal your backslidings, Says the Lord;
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they might have said, we know not the way, and how can we think to come where we desire and designe to be? (as some will be ready to say, we can tell some words of the Catechisme, but Alace!
they might have said, we know not the Way, and how can we think to come where we desire and Design to be? (as Some will be ready to say, we can tell Some words of the Catechism, but Alace!
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and there is a most sweet word for such, Isaiah 35.8. where the Lord speaking of this way, and calling it the way of Holiness, he saith, The way faring man, though a fool, shall not erre therein:
and there is a most sweet word for such, Isaiah 35.8. where the Lord speaking of this Way, and calling it the Way of Holiness, he Says, The Way faring man, though a fool, shall not err therein:
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but they are under the good Shepherds oversight and tutorie (to speak so) who brings home the lost sheep on his Shoulders (as it was even now said) gathers the Lambs with his Arm,
but they Are under the good Shepherd's oversight and tutory (to speak so) who brings home the lost sheep on his Shoulders (as it was even now said) gathers the Lambs with his Arm,
but that, as the Nurse leads the litle Child, (otherwise then Ladies use to be led, by a gentle touch of their hand or arm) by the arm holes or by the tugs,
but that, as the Nurse leads the little Child, (otherwise then Ladies use to be led, by a gentle touch of their hand or arm) by the arm holes or by the tugs,
Be not afraid, sincere and exerc• Souls, I say be not afraid, when he is (as it we• pouring you from vessel to vessel and putting you• his own holy and wise ends, in some confusion,
Be not afraid, sincere and exerc• Souls, I say be not afraid, when he is (as it we• pouring you from vessel to vessel and putting you• his own holy and wise ends, in Some confusion,
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Vers. 5. They shall ask the way to Zion with faces thither-ward, saying, Come, and let us our selves to the Lord in a perpetual Cov•nant shall not be forgotten. SERMON III.
Vers. 5. They shall ask the Way to Zion with faces thitherward, saying, Come, and let us our selves to the Lord in a perpetual Cov•nant shall not be forgotten. SERMON III.
IT is like, that, at the first reading of these Words will approve both the designe that this People ha•• engaging themselves to God in Covenant, and 〈 ◊ 〉 endeavour to have their engagement so solid and sure,
IT is like, that, At the First reading of these Words will approve both the Design that this People ha•• engaging themselves to God in Covenant, and 〈 ◊ 〉 endeavour to have their engagement so solid and sure,
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we Heartily wish, that it were a peece of our Exercise this night, before our approaching the Table of the Lord the next day, to compare the frame and Sett of our hearts, with what these words hold forth this Peoples frame and disposition to be.
we Heartily wish, that it were a piece of our Exercise this night, before our approaching the Table of the Lord the next day, to compare the frame and Set of our hearts, with what these words hold forth this Peoples frame and disposition to be.
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There is here a People Prophesied of, who are to be brought to Repentance and Covenanting with God in the Latter dayes, whose Spiritually good and desirable frame is described;
There is Here a People Prophesied of, who Are to be brought to Repentance and Covenanting with God in the Latter days, whose Spiritually good and desirable frame is described;
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The First Generall then is this, that Covenanting wit• God, when People are in earnest in it, will be a very up taking, exercising and weighty business.
The First General then is this, that Covenanting wit• God, when People Are in earnest in it, will be a very up taking, exercising and weighty business.
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and every one of them S•irring u• another to renew the Covenant, and to cast the knot 〈 ◊ 〉 firmly, that it may be A perpetual Covenant never 〈 ◊ 〉 be forgotten, and such as may never loose or be broke• again;
and every one of them S•irring u• Another to renew the Covenant, and to cast the knot 〈 ◊ 〉 firmly, that it may be A perpetual Covenant never 〈 ◊ 〉 be forgotten, and such as may never lose or be broke• again;
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whence the generall is clear, viz. that whe• People mind in earnest the making up of a breach betwixt God and them (which is done by Covenantin• with him) it will be an exercising and uptaking bu•ness to them.
whence the general is clear, viz. that whe• People mind in earnest the making up of a breach betwixt God and them (which is done by Covenantin• with him) it will be an exercising and uptaking bu•ness to them.
Ye may consider some Scriptures fo• confirmation of this, which will also hold out what it is and namely, Matth. 11.12. The Kingdom of Heav•• suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force, Th• Lord is speaking there of mens making Peace with G• thorow himself the Mediator, by which they are broug•• to Heaven;
You may Consider Some Scriptures fo• confirmation of this, which will also hold out what it is and namely, Matthew 11.12. The Kingdom of Heav•• suffers violence, and the violent take it by force, Th• Lord is speaking there of men's making Peace with G• thorough himself the Mediator, by which they Are broug•• to Heaven;
men will be put to a sort of Ago•• as the word signifies: consider also Pauls word, 1 C•• 9.24. So run as ye may obtain, insinuating, that the is a sort of running, wherein men are not in earnest, 〈 ◊ 〉 indifferent whether they get the Prize or not;
men will be put to a sort of Ago•• as the word signifies: Consider also Paul's word, 1 C•• 9.24. So run as you may obtain, insinuating, that the is a sort of running, wherein men Are not in earnest, 〈 ◊ 〉 indifferent whither they get the Prize or not;
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That which we would say further on this point shall be a word of Application in these Two or Three Uses. The First whereof serves for Instruction; would ye know what is required of you as a direction to dutie at this time;
That which we would say further on this point shall be a word of Application in these Two or Three Uses. The First whereof serves for Instruction; would you know what is required of you as a direction to duty At this time;
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And if ye shall ask, wherein consists this Seriousness and uptaking exercise, in Covenanting with God? I shall Sum it up to you in these Four, which comprehend it.
And if you shall ask, wherein consists this Seriousness and uptaking exercise, in Covenanting with God? I shall Sum it up to you in these Four, which comprehend it.
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and these put together do much take up the man, and make him seek after thorow acquaintance with his own Spirit, which he finds to be so fickle, inconstant and back-sliding;
and these put together do much take up the man, and make him seek After thorough acquaintance with his own Spirit, which he finds to be so fickle, inconstant and backsliding;
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lest he marr the matter and make it worse with himself; as it is said of Godly sorrow, 2 Cor. 7.11. What carefulness, what fear what indignation, what vehement desire, what zeal, what revenge it wrought in them:
lest he mar the matter and make it Worse with himself; as it is said of Godly sorrow, 2 Cor. 7.11. What carefulness, what Fear what Indignation, what vehement desire, what zeal, what revenge it wrought in them:
May we then ask you, are ye thus in earnest making for the Communion? Nay (for this is not all) are ye thus in earnest about Covenanting with God? which must preceed and go before, if things be right:
May we then ask you, Are you thus in earnest making for the Communion? Nay (for this is not all) Are you thus in earnest about Covenanting with God? which must precede and go before, if things be right:
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and to make sure a Covenant-interest in him: The most part are, Alace! taken up with poor, low and insignificant things, with unnecessary things comparatively:
and to make sure a Covenant interest in him: The most part Are, Alace! taken up with poor, low and insignificant things, with unnecessary things comparatively:
but Ah! where is there a man or woman amongst many, with their faces towards Zion in a Serious manner and with a resolute purpose, that peace with God, Holiness and Heaven they must have? Here is the great stop and stand:
but Ah! where is there a man or woman among many, with their faces towards Zion in a Serious manner and with a resolute purpose, that peace with God, Holiness and Heaven they must have? Here is the great stop and stand:
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when ye do not run and wrestle, as those who mind to obtain? but are intangled in the things of the World and languish with laziness in every thing that is Spiritually and truly good:
when you do not run and wrestle, as those who mind to obtain? but Are entangled in the things of the World and languish with laziness in every thing that is Spiritually and truly good:
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with Jealousie over themselves, lest they mistake the way to Heaven? How few are there, who have it for their One thing, to be fi•mly Joined to the Lord in a perpetual Covenant? It's my fear that amongst all the great Number that are here, there be but very few to be found who are in earnest in this great business.
with Jealousy over themselves, lest they mistake the Way to Heaven? How few Are there, who have it for their One thing, to be fi•mly Joined to the Lord in a perpetual Covenant? It's my Fear that among all the great Number that Are Here, there be but very few to be found who Are in earnest in this great business.
It is not seriousness to be at the Communion, without this, which will profit you; and even ye that are not admitted to the Communion, are called to this.
It is not seriousness to be At the Communion, without this, which will profit you; and even you that Are not admitted to the Communion, Are called to this.
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but they cannot endure to be at pains beyond their ordinary, to take hold of it, to do violence to ther own negligence, to take the Kingdome of Heaven by force,
but they cannot endure to be At pains beyond their ordinary, to take hold of it, to do violence to their own negligence, to take the Kingdom of Heaven by force,
A Fourth So• are those who have been orde•ing and dispatching thei• externall businesses, so as they may win to the Communion without distraction by them;
A Fourth So• Are those who have been orde•ing and dispatching thei• external businesses, so as they may win to the Communion without distraction by them;
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It may be, many have com• four or five miles to a preparation Sermon, who y• never Seriously once looked within themselves to 〈 ◊ 〉 how matters stood betwixt God and them:
It may be, many have com• four or five miles to a preparation Sermon, who y• never Seriously once looked within themselves to 〈 ◊ 〉 how matters stood betwixt God and them:
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Believe it, the business of Covenanting with God, so as, from this time forth, ye may have it made sure and clear that ye are Gods and that God is yours, is a thing of greatest Concernment:
Believe it, the business of Covenanting with God, so as, from this time forth, you may have it made sure and clear that you Are God's and that God is yours, is a thing of greatest Concernment:
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or the accepting of any duty off your hand as service to him, till ye be in Covenant with the Lord? And think ye nothing or but litle of this? Secondly, Consider the great prejudice that follows on not Covenanting with God,
or the accepting of any duty off your hand as service to him, till you be in Covenant with the Lord? And think you nothing or but little of this? Secondly, Consider the great prejudice that follows on not Covenanting with God,
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for it's not only many profane persons, but many of them that countenance Ordinances, yea many of them that have preached and prayed to the Edification of others,
for it's not only many profane Persons, but many of them that countenance Ordinances, yea many of them that have preached and prayed to the Edification of Others,
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and yet nevertheless, it is but a flattering of God with the mouth and a lying to him with the tongue, (which is a very rife and common thing amongst professos, amongst such as profess Covenanting with God) should put us in fear.
and yet nevertheless, it is but a flattering of God with the Mouth and a lying to him with the tongue, (which is a very rife and Common thing among professos, among such as profess Covenanting with God) should put us in Fear.
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and are not those beguiles and disappointments of others written for our warning and advertisments? And if any of you should say, we hope there is no such ground of fear as to us.
and Are not those beguiles and disappointments of Others written for our warning and advertisements? And if any of you should say, we hope there is no such ground of Fear as to us.
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for those who are best acquainted with their own hearts will tell you, tha• it is a ticklish and di•ficult business to deal truly and throughly with God:
for those who Are best acquainted with their own hearts will tell you, tha• it is a ticklish and di•ficult business to deal truly and thoroughly with God:
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Do ye not know, that many take a counterfeit for grace? And were ye no• hea•ing lately, that many Hypocrites have personated almost (if there be need to say, almost) every Grace;
Do you not know, that many take a counterfeit for grace? And were you no• hea•ing lately, that many Hypocrites have personated almost (if there be need to say, almost) every Grace;
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because ye have mis-kent Gods Covenant, and sligh•ed Covenanting with him, and so have come as enemies to his Table, without making your friend-ship with him:
Because you have mis-kent God's Covenant, and sligh•ed Covenanting with him, and so have come as enemies to his Table, without making your friendship with him:
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we declare to you, that e•e the morrow at this time many of yo• will ei•her have a bit or a Miss of the greatest bargain a d of the greatest concernment that ever was made betwixt parties:
we declare to you, that e•e the morrow At this time many of yo• will ei•her have a bit or a Miss of the greatest bargain a worser of the greatest concernment that ever was made betwixt parties:
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even when they are coming home, and asking the way to Zion with their faces thither ward, and about to enter in Covenant, they are mourning; Hence, Isaiah. 44.3, 4, 5. And elsewhere,
even when they Are coming home, and asking the Way to Zion with their faces thither ward, and about to enter in Covenant, they Are mourning; Hence, Isaiah. 44.3, 4, 5. And elsewhere,
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Thirdly, There is an ardent affection and serious desire to be at him and in Covenant with him, a heart filled with love to God, whereby it is softened and made to flow down,
Thirdly, There is an Ardent affection and serious desire to be At him and in Covenant with him, a heart filled with love to God, whereby it is softened and made to flow down,
There is a Holy indifferencie as to their externall lot, and an absolute submissiveness to the will of God to be dealt with and disposed upon as himself thinks fit:
There is a Holy indifferency as to their external lot, and an absolute submissiveness to the will of God to be dealt with and disposed upon as himself thinks fit:
If so be they be admitted into a Covenant with him, they are sweetly Submissive to the terms, let God do with them what he will, they know it will be well,
If so be they be admitted into a Covenant with him, they Are sweetly Submissive to the terms, let God do with them what he will, they know it will be well,
what shall we say or think of our condition, when we call to remembrance the seekers of God of old, who watered their couches with tears and made their beds to swim:
what shall we say or think of our condition, when we call to remembrance the seekers of God of old, who watered their couches with tears and made their Beds to swim:
who mingled their drink with tears and their meat with weeping? O! what is become of that now? or what Religion is this that we have in these dayes, in comparison of that which they had, who were so serious and so much affected and heart-wrought with their Religion,
who mingled their drink with tears and their meat with weeping? OH! what is become of that now? or what Religion is this that we have in these days, in comparison of that which they had, who were so serious and so much affected and heart-wrought with their Religion,
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when we are so chil-cold and frozen, when our hearts are scarce kindly warmed, much less softened and melted? It is no wonder there be much lamenting for the want of sense and life,
when we Are so chil-cold and frozen, when our hearts Are scarce kindly warmed, much less softened and melted? It is no wonder there be much lamenting for the want of sense and life,
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often when the heart is inwardly melted, externall weeping in some Measure follows, though the one of these may be and is some times without the other:
often when the heart is inwardly melted, external weeping in Some Measure follows, though the one of these may be and is Some times without the other:
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Trembling & such other evidences of tenderness in severall of those Saints mentioned in the Scripture, are not much to be found with us, we are Alace! very unlike them;
Trembling & such other evidences of tenderness in several of those Saints mentioned in the Scripture, Are not much to be found with us, we Are Alace! very unlike them;
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a sharp word from God would have made the strongest of them to tremble, nay the Godly are several times in the old Testament descri•ed to be tremblers at the Word;
a sharp word from God would have made the Strongest of them to tremble, nay the Godly Are several times in the old Testament descri•ed to be tremblers At the Word;
Secondly, We fear that Christians now a dayes have much betaken themselves to the external deckings and adornings of religion, with neglect, in part at least,
Secondly, We Fear that Christians now a days have much betaken themselves to the external deckings and adornings of Religion, with neglect, in part At least,
but many now are so much taken with gifts and are so fond of them; that a Covenant interest, self-denyal, Mortificati•n and the like, take them up the less:
but many now Are so much taken with Gifts and Are so found of them; that a Covenant Interest, self-denial, Mortificati•n and the like, take them up the less:
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Thirdly, They made mo•e and greater account of Communion with God then we do, seeking after it as a thing they were taken up with, which now, Alace! is much neglected:
Thirdly, They made mo•e and greater account of Communion with God then we do, seeking After it as a thing they were taken up with, which now, Alace! is much neglected:
b•cau e we bear that our Salvation doth not depend simply on intima• and familiar fellowship with God, we are the less carefull and solicitous about it;
b•cau e we bear that our Salvation does not depend simply on intima• and familiar fellowship with God, we Are the less careful and solicitous about it;
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whereas of old, the want of it made them Sick of Love, as the Spouse is, Cant. 5 And what longing, fainting and out-crying is there for it, Psal. 42? It was a Prison to them to be in a Palace wanting Gods Company:
whereas of old, the want of it made them Sick of Love, as the Spouse is, Cant 5 And what longing, fainting and outcrying is there for it, Psalm 42? It was a Prison to them to be in a Palace wanting God's Company:
too much seeking of great things for our selves, fo• g andure or greatness in the world, in makin• godliness some way to be gain and counting gain (as it were) to be Godliness: Alace!
too much seeking of great things for our selves, fo• g andure or greatness in the world, in makin• godliness Some Way to be gain and counting gain (as it were) to be Godliness: Alace!
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They so far overcame the world, that they suffered joyfully the spoiling of their goods, knowing in themselves, they had a better and an enduring substance in heaven, as it is Heb. 10.34.
They so Far overcame the world, that they suffered joyfully the spoiling of their goods, knowing in themselves, they had a better and an enduring substance in heaven, as it is Hebrew 10.34.
and we wot well, it's a plague in the Generation that we live in, and hath much defaced Religion as to it's beauty, in the face of the Conversation of many:
and we wot well, it's a plague in the Generation that we live in, and hath much defaced Religion as to it's beauty, in the face of the Conversation of many:
such of you as know nothing of this, and are not afraid of being hard, cold and dead at such an occasion, are in eminent hazard of losing a good bargain:
such of you as know nothing of this, and Are not afraid of being hard, cold and dead At such an occasion, Are in eminent hazard of losing a good bargain:
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But some may Object and say, It is very sad, if this be peremptory, that persons who would rightly renew their Covenant and Communicat, must be in a Soft and melting frame.
But Some may Object and say, It is very sad, if this be peremptory, that Persons who would rightly renew their Covenant and Communicate, must be in a Soft and melting frame.
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what lusts are up, what challenges may be Tabled, and keep a good count of them. 2. Endeavour to have faith in Exercise on Gods Covenant and promises,
what Lustiest Are up, what challenges may be Tabled, and keep a good count of them. 2. Endeavour to have faith in Exercise on God's Covenant and promises,
and that is not, nor shall not be reckoned presumpti•n, when ye bestir your selves from the Faith of Gods Covenant and Promises, laying the weight of that which ye would be at on the Promise, cleaving thereto for attaining of it,
and that is not, nor shall not be reckoned presumpti•n, when you Bestir your selves from the Faith of God's Covenant and Promises, laying the weight of that which you would be At on the Promise, cleaving thereto for attaining of it,
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and any bit of softness and tenderness that ye win at, cherish and watch over it. 3. Make this a particular errand to God, having your Eye on the Covenant of promises,
and any bit of softness and tenderness that you win At, cherish and watch over it. 3. Make this a particular errand to God, having your Eye on the Covenant of promises,
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and therefore it's remarkable that this Scripture is set down Promise-wise, They shall come, the Children of Israel and the Children of Judah together:
and Therefore it's remarkable that this Scripture is Set down promise-wise, They shall come, the Children of Israel and the Children of Judah together:
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your Heavenly Father who knows that ye have need of this thing (as it is Matth. 6.32.) will give his holy Spirit to them that ask him, as it is Luke 11.13.
your Heavenly Father who knows that you have need of this thing (as it is Matthew 6.32.) will give his holy Spirit to them that ask him, as it is Luke 11.13.
IT is a most desirable designe and worthy to be driven vigourously by us all, to the prosecution whereof it would very well become us to stir up and rouze our selves and one another, according to the Laudable Practice of these here mentioned,
IT is a most desirable Design and worthy to be driven vigorously by us all, to the prosecution whereof it would very well become us to stir up and rouse our selves and one Another, according to the Laudable Practice of these Here mentioned,
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Having spoken somewhat formerly at several occasions to these sweet words. I shall not now trouble •ou either with the division or explication of them:
Having spoken somewhat formerly At several occasions to these sweet words. I shall not now trouble •ou either with the division or explication of them:
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It were to no Purpose for them to say, Come and let us Join our selves to the Lord in a Covenant, if there were not such a thing as a Covenant union of God and sinners.
It were to no Purpose for them to say, Come and let us Join our selves to the Lord in a Covenant, if there were not such a thing as a Covenant Union of God and Sinners.
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as we have it, Isaiah 55.1, 2, 3. Ho every one that thirsts come to the waters, &c. Incline your ear and come unto me, Hear and your Souls shall live,
as we have it, Isaiah 55.1, 2, 3. Ho every one that thirsts come to the waters, etc. Incline your ear and come unto me, Hear and your Souls shall live,
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for we are not now speaking of the Covenant of works betwixt God and Adam; wherein there was made an offer and Promise of life upon condition of Perfect Obedience;
for we Are not now speaking of the Covenant of works betwixt God and Adam; wherein there was made an offer and Promise of life upon condition of Perfect obedience;
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It's the Lord Jehovah, and we the house of Israel, and we the house of Judah. Secondly, The terms of the Covenant are not, Do this and live, though the Promise be the same,
It's the Lord Jehovah, and we the house of Israel, and we the house of Judah. Secondly, The terms of the Covenant Are not, Do this and live, though the Promise be the same,
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And on their Part, by faith to take hold of him and of the Pardon of sin, which separated betwixt him and them, through Jesus Christ, as he offered to them; Therefore, Rom. 10.6. It's calle• the Righteousness of Faith, opposed to the Righteousne•• of the Law, spoken of befo e;
And on their Part, by faith to take hold of him and of the Pardon of since, which separated betwixt him and them, through jesus christ, as he offered to them; Therefore, Rom. 10.6. It's calle• the Righteousness of Faith, opposed to the Righteousne•• of the Law, spoken of befo e;
if ye make suitable use of Christ for your Fea• with God, and give up your selves to him to be 〈 ◊ 〉 Servants, ye shall get peace and Pardon of sin here, a•• E•ernal life and Salvation hereafter.
if you make suitable use of christ for your Fea• with God, and give up your selves to him to be 〈 ◊ 〉 Servants, you shall get peace and Pardon of since Here, a•• E•ernal life and Salvation hereafter.
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and how it comes to pa•• tha• such a Covenant is accessible, is the Mediators i•terposing in a Covenant of Redemption with the fath• concerning elect sinners;
and how it comes to pa•• tha• such a Covenant is accessible, is the Mediators i•terposing in a Covenant of Redemption with the fath• Concerning elect Sinners;
That is, the sure mercies of the Messiah; the assignation whereof, even of the Purchase of Redemption made by him, is by Covenant made over to the Believer in him,
That is, the sure Mercies of the Messiah; the assignation whereof, even of the Purchase of Redemption made by him, is by Covenant made over to the Believer in him,
and therefore when we speak of this Covenant, it alwayes supposeth & implieth Christ, who Isaiah 42 6. Is called the Covenant; because he is given for the ground of Covenanting betwixt God and sinners;
and Therefore when we speak of this Covenant, it always Supposeth & Implies christ, who Isaiah 42 6. Is called the Covenant; Because he is given for the ground of Covenanting betwixt God and Sinners;
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as under the Law, Christ was typed out by the Mercy seat and the Arke, wherein the law was put, to shew the linking together of Christ and the Covenant:
as under the Law, christ was typed out by the Mercy seat and the Ark, wherein the law was put, to show the linking together of christ and the Covenant:
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as if audibly he were speaking to you from Heaven, as he once spake the Law on Mount - Sinai: It being his Authority, by which Ministers are sent treat & close this Covenant with you:
as if audibly he were speaking to you from Heaven, as he once spoke the Law on Mount - Sinai: It being his authority, by which Ministers Are sent Treat & close this Covenant with you:
Go• offer is, I am Con•ent to be thy God, and to make 〈 ◊ 〉 that is mine forthcoming to thee for thy good, upo• condition thou quit thy own righteousness and beta•• thee to my Son the mediator for righteousness and lif• The sinners Covenanting is his formal and distinct, 〈 ◊ 〉 least, his reall consenting to that offer on these term saying with his very heart, I am content to have God 〈 ◊ 〉 be my God, not by vertue of any thing in my self, b• by vertue of Christs satisfaction, which hath procur• access to sinners for peace and Reconciliation with Go• and this is called a Submitting to Christs Righteousnes• So then, there is a devoting of the Soul to God, a hear• consenting to give it self away to him to be saved a• Sanctified, to live to him and to his Honour; as i• Isaiah 44.5. One shall say, I am the Lords, and anoth•• shall call himself by the name of Jacob;
Go• offer is, I am Con•ent to be thy God, and to make 〈 ◊ 〉 that is mine forthcoming to thee for thy good, upo• condition thou quit thy own righteousness and beta•• thee to my Son the Mediator for righteousness and lif• The Sinners Covenanting is his formal and distinct, 〈 ◊ 〉 least, his real consenting to that offer on these term saying with his very heart, I am content to have God 〈 ◊ 〉 be my God, not by virtue of any thing in my self, b• by virtue of Christ satisfaction, which hath procur• access to Sinners for peace and Reconciliation with Go• and this is called a Submitting to Christ Righteousnes• So then, there is a devoting of the Soul to God, a hear• consenting to give it self away to him to be saved a• Sanctified, to live to him and to his Honour; as i• Isaiah 44.5. One shall say, I am the lords, and anoth•• shall call himself by the name of Jacob;
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as plainly and distinctly, at least as really and sol•ly, a person wrought upon by Gods Spirit, gives 〈 ◊ 〉 Answer and return to Gods offer in his Covenant, a•• resignes himself to God,
as plainly and distinctly, At least as really and sol•ly, a person wrought upon by God's Spirit, gives 〈 ◊ 〉 Answer and return to God's offer in his Covenant, a•• resignes himself to God,
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as if Paper were laid down b•fore him, and he should subscribe his Name with 〈 ◊ 〉 hand to be Gods. There is an obligation really tak• on, and a consent plainly given:
as if Paper were laid down b•fore him, and he should subscribe his Name with 〈 ◊ 〉 hand to be God's There is an obligation really tak• on, and a consent plainly given:
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He cometh with stretched out armes in the Gospel, and saith, Man or woman, who findest thy self lost, close with me in my Son Christ, and thou shalt be saved;
He comes with stretched out arms in the Gospel, and Says, Man or woman, who Findest thy self lost, close with me in my Son christ, and thou shalt be saved;
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therefore she called his name Levi, which flowes from this root, Added or Joined, In prosecuting this point a litle, we would speak shortly, 1. To the nature of this Union. 2. To the properties of it.
Therefore she called his name Levi, which flows from this root, Added or Joined, In prosecuting this point a little, we would speak shortly, 1. To the nature of this union. 2. To the properties of it.
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First, As to it's Nature, we would consider, that there is. 1. A legall union, wherein by contract and bond there is a transferring of the interest of one Partie to another; which is here;
First, As to it's Nature, we would Consider, that there is. 1. A Legal Union, wherein by contract and bound there is a transferring of the Interest of one Party to Another; which is Here;
and the Relation stands, though they should be in Severall Kingdomes. 2. There is a Mysticall union, which is spirituall and more Mysterious, wherbey God becometh one with Covenanting sinners,
and the Relation Stands, though they should be in Several Kingdoms. 2. There is a Mystical Union, which is spiritual and more Mysterious, wherbey God Becometh one with Covenanting Sinners,
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as this Subject by it self, would require. 1. It is with the Lord himself, not with any benefit, common gift or Grace or Mercie, these fo•low the union with himself, the Covenanter becomes one Spirit with him (as is said,) and saith the Apostle, Ephes. 5. we are flesh of his fl sh and b•ne of his bon•.
as this Subject by it self, would require. 1. It is with the Lord himself, not with any benefit, Common gift or Grace or Mercy, these fo•low the Union with himself, the Covenanter becomes one Spirit with him (as is said,) and Says the Apostle, Ephesians 5. we Are Flesh of his fl sh and b•ne of his bon•.
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we unite with God in him, and upon the Grounds of his Redemption, in which respect, our union with God is more Mediat. 3. This Union is very friendly, most firm and indissoluble:
we unite with God in him, and upon the Grounds of his Redemption, in which respect, our Union with God is more Mediate. 3. This union is very friendly, most firm and indissoluble:
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It is an inexpressible union, and therefore we must here give over speaking further to it, only looking to a word of it, John 17.21, 23. in the 21. vers. saith our Lord:
It is an inexpressible Union, and Therefore we must Here give over speaking further to it, only looking to a word of it, John 17.21, 23. in the 21. vers. Says our Lord:
The third Observation is, that Union with the Lord by this Covenant is accessible to a run-away Sinner, that hath perverted his way, upon his coming aright to close with him therein on the terms of it.
The third Observation is, that union with the Lord by this Covenant is accessible to a runaway Sinner, that hath perverted his Way, upon his coming aright to close with him therein on the terms of it.
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yet wilt thou not from this time cry unto me, my Father? If we look to the grosness of sin, were it like Scarlet or Crimson, Isaiah 1.18. It shall be made white like Snow and wooll:
yet wilt thou not from this time cry unto me, my Father? If we look to the grossness of since, were it like Scarlet or Crimson, Isaiah 1.18. It shall be made white like Snow and wool:
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if ye be willing and obedient, saith the Lord, to close a Covenant with me, ye shall eat the good of the Land. In the propounding of the Covenant, he will take away that exception of the grosness of sin, which might stand in the sinners way, were it even rotten Hypocrisy, detestable indifferency and luk-warmness in the matters of God, putting the Person in hazard to be spewed out of Christs Mouth,
if you be willing and obedient, Says the Lord, to close a Covenant with me, you shall eat the good of the Land. In the propounding of the Covenant, he will take away that exception of the grossness of since, which might stand in the Sinners Way, were it even rotten Hypocrisy, detestable indifferency and luk-warmness in the matters of God, putting the Person in hazard to be spewed out of Christ Mouth,
yet he saith even to such (if they will indeed take his counsell, and be content to have their deadly evils removed and their wants supplied) I counsel thee to come and buy of me Eye-salve, Gold, and Garments:
yet he Says even to such (if they will indeed take his counsel, and be content to have their deadly evils removed and their Wants supplied) I counsel thee to come and buy of me Eyesalve, Gold, and Garments:
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when then we speak of sinners access to God by this Covenant, we mean, that there is access, only on Condition they take with their faults and come weeping, heart-broken and someway suitably affected with their sin;
when then we speak of Sinners access to God by this Covenant, we mean, that there is access, only on Condition they take with their Faults and come weeping, heartbroken and someway suitably affected with their since;
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For further clearing and confirming of it then, we would consider these Four things. 1. Gods end in the Covenant, which will make out this, that there must be access to a run-away sinner by this Covenant to union with God,
For further clearing and confirming of it then, we would Consider these Four things. 1. God's end in the Covenant, which will make out this, that there must be access to a runaway sinner by this Covenant to Union with God,
So it cannot but accept of a sinner having this condition. 2. We would consider Gods contrivance of the covenant in making it suitable to such an end,
So it cannot but accept of a sinner having this condition. 2. We would Consider God's contrivance of the Covenant in making it suitable to such an end,
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so as it may make the Riches of his Grace to shine, and may be effectuall for the gaining of Souls; and therefore, 2 Sam. 23.5. It is said in this respect, to be ordered in all things and sure: and Jere. 31.33. compared with Heb. 8. The substance of it is set down compended in a few words, I will Pardon their iniquity and remember their sin no more, &c. 3. We would consider the administration of the Covenant;
so as it may make the Riches of his Grace to shine, and may be effectual for the gaining of Souls; and Therefore, 2 Sam. 23.5. It is said in this respect, to be ordered in all things and sure: and Jere. 31.33. compared with Hebrew 8. The substance of it is Set down compended in a few words, I will Pardon their iniquity and Remember their since no more, etc. 3. We would Consider the administration of the Covenant;
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therefore he hath access to come and get Pardon, and to be friends with God thorow the Mediator. 4. We would consider all the Properties of the Covenant, especially the freeness of it,
Therefore he hath access to come and get Pardon, and to be Friends with God thorough the Mediator. 4. We would Consider all the Properties of the Covenant, especially the freeness of it,
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It's the accepting of Gods offer, and being content to be his on the account of Christs righteousness, that they Propose to themselves as the ground of their calme, quietness, and happiness.
It's the accepting of God's offer, and being content to be his on the account of Christ righteousness, that they Propose to themselves as the ground of their Cam, quietness, and happiness.
when he is a dieing, they clearly imply a commendation of this Covenant as full for the happiness of a sinner. Another passage is, Revel. 21.7. He that overcometh shall inherit all things:
when he is a dying, they clearly imply a commendation of this Covenant as full for the happiness of a sinner. another passage is, Revel. 21.7. He that Overcometh shall inherit all things:
and lay hold on this Covenant, may expect Communion with God as certainly as Adam before the fall had it for it's the same God that promiseth who is as faithfull as ever he was:
and lay hold on this Covenant, may expect Communion with God as Certainly as Adam before the fallen had it for it's the same God that promises who is as faithful as ever he was:
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Hence it is called a word tryed as silver in a furnace seven times, a pure word that cometh out of the furnace alwayes as massie and weighty as it went in:
Hence it is called a word tried as silver in a furnace seven times, a pure word that comes out of the furnace always as massy and weighty as it went in:
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and the ground of the Covenant being Christs satisfaction, it makes it Sure. Therefore he •s called a tryed Corner stone, a sure foundation. Thirdly, It implies, that,
and the ground of the Covenant being Christ satisfaction, it makes it Sure. Therefore he •s called a tried Corner stone, a sure Foundation. Thirdly, It Implies, that,
He is a very present help in time of trouble, or a speedy help, Psal. 46. So, Psal. 32.5. I said (saith Dav•d) I would confess my trangression, and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin:
He is a very present help in time of trouble, or a speedy help, Psalm 46. So, Psalm 32.5. I said (Says Dav•d) I would confess my Transgression, and thou forgavest the iniquity of my since:
Immediatly (as if he had said) upon my confession, without longer delay: and Rom. 4.7. This Psalm is made use of, to demonstrat the Righteousness which is by Faith in Christ.
Immediately (as if he had said) upon my Confessi, without longer Delay: and Rom. 4.7. This Psalm is made use of, to demonstrate the Righteousness which is by Faith in christ.
Come (say they here) and let us join our selves to the Lord, in a perpetuall Covenant, whereby is holden out, that when a sinner hath access to the Covenant with God, he should flee to it & take hold of it quickly.
Come (say they Here) and let us join our selves to the Lord, in a perpetual Covenant, whereby is held out, that when a sinner hath access to the Covenant with God, he should flee to it & take hold of it quickly.
In this respect, covenanting with God is compared to fleeing in to the City of Refuge, Heb. 6. That which I mean, is first, that a sinner, who hath this Covenant in his offer, should take no other way for Justification and freedom from sin and wrath,
In this respect, covenanting with God is compared to fleeing in to the city of Refuge, Hebrew 6. That which I mean, is First, that a sinner, who hath this Covenant in his offer, should take no other Way for Justification and freedom from since and wrath,
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and saith, This is the day of Salvation, this is the accepted time; as it is, 2 Cor. 6.3. and when by his ministers he waiteth on you, inviteth and wooeth you, ye should presently, without delay or demurr, close with the offer and accept o• the invitation.
and Says, This is the day of Salvation, this is the accepted time; as it is, 2 Cor. 6.3. and when by his Ministers he waits on you, Inviteth and wooeth you, you should presently, without Delay or demur, close with the offer and accept o• the invitation.
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The sixth Observation is, that Those who are convinced that they have sinned and would fain be in Covenant with God, should endeavour to have it throughed and made sure, to have it an absolutely closed and ended bargain.
The sixth Observation is, that Those who Are convinced that they have sinned and would fain be in Covenant with God, should endeavour to have it throughed and made sure, to have it an absolutely closed and ended bargain.
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This is very clear in this peoples practice, who concernedly say, Come let us Join our selves in a perpetuall Covenant never to be forgotten, they think they cannot get it made sure enough,
This is very clear in this peoples practice, who concernedly say, Come let us Join our selves in a perpetual Covenant never to be forgotten, they think they cannot get it made sure enough,
which manifestly saith, that when God giveth an opportunity to enter into or renew a Covenant with him, we should be Holily solicitous, in very good earnest,
which manifestly Says, that when God gives an opportunity to enter into or renew a Covenant with him, we should be Holily solicitous, in very good earnest,
and our Princes Levits and Priests Seal unto it, that word Isaiah 44.5. Is remarkable to this Purpose, One shall say, I am the Lords, and an other shall call himself by the name of Jacob;
and our Princes Levits and Priests Seal unto it, that word Isaiah 44.5. Is remarkable to this Purpose, One shall say, I am the lords, and an other shall call himself by the name of Jacob;
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when some stirring and warmness of affection towards Covenanting wi•h God is wrought in them; or when their own frame, through Grace, Presseth them on to it;
when Some stirring and warmness of affection towards Covenanting wi•h God is wrought in them; or when their own frame, through Grace, Presseth them on to it;
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the very fight and offer of the elements in the Communion speak plainly, on the matter, to the Communicants, are ye indeed in earnest in the great business of covenanting with God;
the very fight and offer of the elements in the Communion speak plainly, on the matter, to the Communicants, Are you indeed in earnest in the great business of covenanting with God;
what's that? It's to Covenant with God, and ere ye depart this Place, to put it to a point, that it may be a closed bargain, that should be your errand.
what's that? It's to Covenant with God, and ere you depart this Place, to put it to a point, that it may be a closed bargain, that should be your errand.
And therefore in the Second Place we tell you, that the great God is content to Covenant with poor, fectless and sinfull C•eatures, whereat ye may wonder,
And Therefore in the Second Place we tell you, that the great God is content to Covenant with poor, fectless and sinful C•eatures, whereat you may wonder,
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and say, Is it so in very deed that God will dwell with men on earth? Will he indeed Covenant with men, with sinfull men, with Treacherous dealing men, with backsliders? Yea we tell you, that it is so;
and say, Is it so in very deed that God will dwell with men on earth? Will he indeed Covenant with men, with sinful men, with Treacherous dealing men, with backsliders? Yea we tell you, that it is so;
he is content to be your God, and that ye possess all things in him, content to pardon you all your sins, to give you Grace and Glory, even every good thing:
he is content to be your God, and that you possess all things in him, content to pardon you all your Sins, to give you Grace and Glory, even every good thing:
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He hath here an offer and another sort of right, then he hath to his house and land or cloths, it's aright to God, that giveth a right to these things, I mean a Spirituall right:
He hath Here an offer and Another sort of right, then he hath to his house and land or clothes, it's aright to God, that gives a right to these things, I mean a Spiritual right:
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let us, therefore, stay our selves and wonder, and be stirred and affected with it, that the infinit and alsufficient God is content to make this good bargain,
let us, Therefore, stay our selves and wonder, and be stirred and affected with it, that the infinite and All-sufficient God is content to make this good bargain,
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The Lord cals us to stir up our selves, and to say in good earnest, Come let us joyn our selves to him in a Perpetuall Covenant, 1. The party inviting is the Lord Jehovah in the Mediator,
The Lord calls us to stir up our selves, and to say in good earnest, Come let us join our selves to him in a Perpetual Covenant, 1. The party inviting is the Lord Jehovah in the Mediator,
God is content to be your God and to take you for his people and Spouse, to Pardon your iniquity, to heal your back-slidings, to Sanctifie and save you,
God is content to be your God and to take you for his people and Spouse, to Pardon your iniquity, to heal your backslidings, to Sanctify and save you,
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Have ye any ground to except against this? Doth it please or displease you? say to it, tell your mind? For I declare to you, that if ye get him to be yours, you must needs be his.
Have you any ground to except against this? Does it please or displease you? say to it, tell your mind? For I declare to you, that if you get him to be yours, you must needs be his.
then that Sathan and a multitude of strange Lords, your Lusts, taking the Throne (as it were) by turns, should reigne over you? It's both sad and stupendious, that ever this should be suffered once to come in question or debate; and yet, Alace!
then that Sathan and a multitude of strange lords, your Lustiest, taking the Throne (as it were) by turns, should Reign over you? It's both sad and stupendious, that ever this should be suffered once to come in question or debate; and yet, Alace!
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then we say to you, and assure you in his Name, that this Cup, that by and by ye are to drink, shall be according to his warrant, The new Covenant in his Blood.
then we say to you, and assure you in his Name, that this Cup, that by and by you Are to drink, shall be according to his warrant, The new Covenant in his Blood.
And to press you to the thing, let me but Ask you a few Questions. 1. Is there not need of Covenanting with God? Are there not many sins on your score? Is there not a quarrell betwixt God and you? Is not this bargain meet and suitable for you, which holds out remission of sins and peace with God? are ye not urgently called to it? And what ground of challenge will it be, think ye, that this was in your offer,
And to press you to the thing, let me but Ask you a few Questions. 1. Is there not need of Covenanting with God? are there not many Sins on your score? Is there not a quarrel betwixt God and you? Is not this bargain meet and suitable for you, which holds out remission of Sins and peace with God? Are you not urgently called to it? And what ground of challenge will it be, think you, that this was in your offer,
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and on very free and easie terms, and ye would not accept of it, but would needs destroy your selves? 2. If there be sin and a quarrell, is there not a necessity to have it taken away? Have ye laid your account and resolved not to be solicitous and carefull,
and on very free and easy terms, and you would not accept of it, but would needs destroy your selves? 2. If there be since and a quarrel, is there not a necessity to have it taken away? Have you laid your account and resolved not to be solicitous and careful,
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but by making sure your Covenant with God? David or any others that were saved, were they saved any other way? This Covenant was all his Salvation and all his desire.
but by making sure your Covenant with God? David or any Others that were saved, were they saved any other Way? This Covenant was all his Salvation and all his desire.
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when there will be no more treating with you, when he shall say, and make your own Conscience say to you? It was plainly told you, that there was a quarrell standing betwixt me, and you;
when there will be no more treating with you, when he shall say, and make your own Conscience say to you? It was plainly told you, that there was a quarrel standing betwixt me, and you;
I tell you if ye say not Yea, ye say Nay; and as the Apostle speaks, Acts 13 46. Ye pass sentence on your selves, and judge your selves unworthy of Eternall life:
I tell you if you say not Yea, you say Nay; and as the Apostle speaks, Acts 13 46. the pass sentence on your selves, and judge your selves unworthy of Eternal life:
and therefore, as ye would not destroy your own Souls, I beseech you, nay I obtest you in the Name of the Lord and for his sake; accept of this Covenant.
and Therefore, as you would not destroy your own Souls, I beseech you, nay I obtest you in the Name of the Lord and for his sake; accept of this Covenant.
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Consider, 1. The Persons whom we put to this, and the things that we put you to. 2. The terms on which, 3. The grounds from which, and. 4. The qualifications and directions whereby.
Consider, 1. The Persons whom we put to this, and the things that we put you to. 2. The terms on which, 3. The grounds from which, and. 4. The qualifications and directions whereby.
he cries, Come unto me, and I will make an everlasting Covenant with you, even the sure mercies of David, And doth he not require an answer? And is it not incumbent to us who speak to you in his Name, to crave your answer? We declare to you all, that ye may if ye will, come to be joined with God in Covenant,
he cries, Come unto me, and I will make an everlasting Covenant with you, even the sure Mercies of David, And does he not require an answer? And is it not incumbent to us who speak to you in his Name, to crave your answer? We declare to you all, that you may if you will, come to be joined with God in Covenant,
And therefore, Fourthly, Know, that ye are put to it presently and peremptorily, & that the Lord will take it for a refusall and for a scorning and despising on your part, if ye do it not;
And Therefore, Fourthly, Know, that you Are put to it presently and peremptorily, & that the Lord will take it for a refusal and for a scorning and despising on your part, if you do it not;
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if ever God shall offer to Seal a Covenant with yo• again? and therefore we put you to it peremptorily as to these Three. 1 As to the thing, that when he invites, ye come,
if ever God shall offer to Seal a Covenant with yo• again? and Therefore we put you to it peremptorily as to these Three. 1 As to the thing, that when he invites, you come,
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and upon your saying Yea to this Cov•nant on his Terms, we declare in his Name, that 〈 ◊ 〉 says Yea in taking in the sinner that fleeth unto him. 2. As to the whole of the thing;
and upon your saying Yea to this Cov•nant on his Terms, we declare in his Name, that 〈 ◊ 〉 Says Yea in taking in the sinner that fleeth unto him. 2. As to the Whole of the thing;
for your unsureness must flow, either from something on Gods side, or from something on your side, ye dare not, I suppose, say that it flowes from any thing on Gods side,
for your unsureness must flow, either from something on God's side, or from something on your side, you Dare not, I suppose, say that it flows from any thing on God's side,
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or if ye should, this is the way to make him sure (to speak so;) and if it flow from something on your side, he bids you, return back sliding Children, and he will heal your back slidings, and make it sure.
or if you should, this is the Way to make him sure (to speak so;) and if it flow from something on your side, he bids you, return back sliding Children, and he will heal your back slidings, and make it sure.
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and all inordinat love to self and to every Idol, nay it's inconsistent with true love to God not to care whether we be happy in the enjoyment of him or not. 2. Consider how,
and all inordinate love to self and to every Idol, nay it's inconsistent with true love to God not to care whither we be happy in the enjoyment of him or not. 2. Consider how,
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are ye secure, and sensless of your sin & misery without God? It's very like, that ye make but a blind bargain whereof ye will have no reall advantage;
Are you secure, and senseless of your since & misery without God? It's very like, that you make but a blind bargain whereof you will have no real advantage;
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and who lives for ever, to make intercession for them? Ye may know somewhat of your sincerity in Covenanting with God by the way that ye come to him. 3. What use make ye of the Mediator,
and who lives for ever, to make Intercession for them? You may know somewhat of your sincerity in Covenanting with God by the Way that you come to him. 3. What use make you of the Mediator,
when ye are come to him? Is your peace with God, and your hope of holding by the bargain grounded on him? Do ye lay the weight of all the good ye expect on his mediation, on his Satisfaction and intercession, on his purchase? Do ye hold all thorow him? That's a good token. 4. Are ye content to give to God,
when you Are come to him? Is your peace with God, and your hope of holding by the bargain grounded on him? Do you lay the weight of all the good you expect on his mediation, on his Satisfaction and Intercession, on his purchase? Do you hold all thorough him? That's a good token. 4. are you content to give to God,
many come to the word and Sacramen• to get, as they think, some good, but come not to the Covenant, to be really an• perpetually Joyned to the Lord himself. 7. Ye woul• seek after some heart-warming, by Gods Spirit withi• you,
many come to the word and Sacramen• to get, as they think, Some good, but come not to the Covenant, to be really an• perpetually Joined to the Lord himself. 7. the woul• seek After Some Heartwarming, by God's Spirit withi• you,
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and some lively exercise of your faith in him, a• ye see to be in this Peoples case. 8. Persons that ar• in earnest will be much affected with bygone slips, failings and unfaithfull dealings with God,
and Some lively exercise of your faith in him, a• you see to be in this Peoples case. 8. Persons that ar• in earnest will be much affected with bygone slips, failings and unfaithful dealings with God,
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if it may be ca••ed liberty. 9. A person would aim to have him se•• sure and satisfied as to this, that he hath really given h• consent, that he may have quietness in the assurance 〈 ◊ 〉 its being so;
if it may be ca••ed liberty. 9. A person would aim to have him se•• sure and satisfied as to this, that he hath really given h• consent, that he may have quietness in the assurance 〈 ◊ 〉 its being so;
But what if the persons doubt of their having entered into the Covenant? Answer 1. They are either such as are meer strangers to God and have no desire after nor respect to the Covenant, those are under Gods curse and shall get no good of the Sacrament,
But what if the Persons doubt of their having entered into the Covenant? Answer 1. They Are either such as Are mere Strangers to God and have no desire After nor respect to the Covenant, those Are under God's curse and shall get no good of the Sacrament,
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and if ye have not done it before, do it even now, and the Sacrament shall be usefull and helpfull to you, in these respects more Particularly. 1. For sealing this general trut• If I believe in Christ I shall have eternal life;
and if you have not done it before, do it even now, and the Sacrament shall be useful and helpful to you, in these respects more Particularly. 1. For sealing this general trut• If I believe in christ I shall have Eternal life;
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he would first see it i• writ, and then he would have it Sealed, well (sai•• the King) ye shall get it Sealed. 2. It's usefull a• hath influence in a Moral wa•, to make you accept.
he would First see it i• writ, and then he would have it Sealed, well (sai•• the King) you shall get it Sealed. 2. It's useful a• hath influence in a Moral wa•, to make you accept.
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for, saith the Lord, 〈 ◊ 〉 the Sacrament, ye have my Covenant, and here I a• ready to seal it. 3. It furthers our joining in Covenan• In respect of its clear holding forth and manifesting th• blessings of the Covenant;
for, Says the Lord, 〈 ◊ 〉 the Sacrament, you have my Covenant, and Here I a• ready to seal it. 3. It furthers our joining in Covenan• In respect of its clear holding forth and manifesting th• blessings of the Covenant;
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and thi• looking to the word of institution, which gives foot in to Faith, and exercising Faith thereon as your warran• your Faith is helped to take hold of Christ by and 〈 ◊ 〉 the Sacrament. 5. It helps to close with the Covenan• by letting you see the grounds of the Covenant, wher•on it is bottomed and built.
and thi• looking to the word of Institution, which gives foot in to Faith, and exercising Faith thereon as your warran• your Faith is helped to take hold of christ by and 〈 ◊ 〉 the Sacrament. 5. It helps to close with the Covenan• by letting you see the grounds of the Covenant, wher•on it is bottomed and built.
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will God indeed accept of the like of me? It sa•th, here is a broken and bleeding Saviour and Mediator to lead thee to God, a Saviour who hath made himself a propitiation for sin:
will God indeed accept of the like of me? It sa•th, Here is a broken and bleeding Saviour and Mediator to led thee to God, a Saviour who hath made himself a propitiation for since:
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and hereupon the sinner may be strengthened to take hold of the Covenant, because in the Sacrament he sees Christ himself laid as a bridge, on which he may come over to God,
and hereupon the sinner may be strengthened to take hold of the Covenant, Because in the Sacrament he sees christ himself laid as a bridge, on which he may come over to God,
Jeremiah 50. Vers. 5. — Come, and let us Joyn our selves to the Lord, in a perpetuall Covenant that shall no• be forgotten. SERMON IV. THere are Two main and Mighty uptaking Businesses, to the People of God;
Jeremiah 50. Vers. 5. — Come, and let us Join our selves to the Lord, in a perpetual Covenant that shall no• be forgotten. SERMON IV. THere Are Two main and Mighty uptaking Businesses, to the People of God;
Let us now therefore Join our selves in a perpetual Covenant never to be forgotten, Let it be a constant and standing, a lasting, even an everlasting bargain.
Let us now Therefore Join our selves in a perpetual Covenant never to be forgotten, Let it be a constant and standing, a lasting, even an everlasting bargain.
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This being the meaning of the Words, we shal• speak to Four Observations from them (the Substance whereof ye have heard touched on already and these are.
This being the meaning of the Words, we shal• speak to Four Observations from them (the Substance whereof you have herd touched on already and these Are.
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First, That The great hazard which a People Covenanting wi•h God are in, is to slip and slide fro• their tye and engagement to him, and to forget the Covenant.
First, That The great hazard which a People Covenanting wi•h God Are in, is to slip and slide fro• their tie and engagement to him, and to forget the Covenant.
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The Fourth is, That The great mean whereby this designe is got prosecuted and this duty pe formed, is adhering and cleaving to God, accor•ing to the Covenant.
The Fourth is, That The great mean whereby this Design is god prosecuted and this duty pe formed, is adhering and cleaving to God, accor•ing to the Covenant.
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A perpetuall Covenant never to be forgotten, Supposeth that there is a sort of Covenanting that slips like a knotless thread (to speak so) and abides not.
A perpetual Covenant never to be forgotten, Supposeth that there is a sort of Covenanting that slips like a knotless thread (to speak so) and abides not.
so Deut. 5. the People say, all that the Lord hath Commanded us, we will do, and the Lord saith, they have well said, O that there were such a h•art in them:
so Deuteronomy 5. the People say, all that the Lord hath Commanded us, we will do, and the Lord Says, they have well said, Oh that there were such a h•art in them:
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they remembred that God was their Rock, and the most High their Redeemer; but they did flatter him with their mouth, and lied unto him with their Tongue,
they remembered that God was their Rock, and the most High their Redeemer; but they did flatter him with their Mouth, and lied unto him with their Tongue,
and to go from the work we have been about with Holy fear and jealousie over our selves, bespeaking our selves thus, what if this engagement, we have come under, hold not,
and to go from the work we have been about with Holy Fear and jealousy over our selves, bespeaking our selves thus, what if this engagement, we have come under, hold not,
when Carnal Self-Confidence and fearlesness creep on & take hold of us, we (as it were) lay aside our Armour, foolishly fancying that there is no hazard,
when Carnal Self-Confidence and fearlessness creep on & take hold of us, we (as it were) lay aside our Armour, foolishly fancying that there is no hazard,
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have ye not often been surprized and proved unstedfast in Gods Covenant? And since ye have so many and clear proofs of the truth of this Doctrine in your own sad experience, is there not the greater need of Holy fear and watchfulness?
have you not often been surprised and proved unsteadfast in God's Covenant? And since you have so many and clear proofs of the truth of this Doctrine in your own sad experience, is there not the greater need of Holy Fear and watchfulness?
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If he honestly mind and sincerely desire to be in good terms with God through the Covenant, he must and will endeavour to stand to the Terms of the Covenant,
If he honestly mind and sincerely desire to be in good terms with God through the Covenant, he must and will endeavour to stand to the Terms of the Covenant,
as many as Seriously engage to God, are put on (as we said before) with as much seriousness, in endeavouring the performance of their engagement, as to come under it:
as many as Seriously engage to God, Are put on (as we said before) with as much seriousness, in endeavouring the performance of their engagement, as to come under it:
nor Palliat his palpably gross and voluntary breaches of Covenant, with the pretext of infirmity, who doth not seriously drive it as his great designe, to be fai•hfull in Gods Covenant.
nor Palliate his palpably gross and voluntary Breaches of Covenant, with the pretext of infirmity, who does not seriously drive it as his great Design, to be fai•hfull in God's Covenant.
2. Seriousness in performing appeareth, by kindly acknowledging the impression of the weightiness of the eye and obligation that the Covenant lays on Persons;
2. Seriousness in performing appears, by kindly acknowledging the impression of the weightiness of the eye and obligation that the Covenant lays on Persons;
this is a main thing to be looked to in keeping Covenant. 3. This seriousness in performing, appears in the fear that persons have of going wrong and Mis-carrying;
this is a main thing to be looked to in keeping Covenant. 3. This seriousness in performing, appears in the Fear that Persons have of going wrong and Miscarrying;
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lest at any time they let a buckle slip (to speak so) and lest that which they feared come on them, their fear puts them to diligence to prevent the thing feared:
lest At any time they let a buckle slip (to speak so) and lest that which they feared come on them, their Fear puts them to diligence to prevent the thing feared:
Thus good Ezra saith, Chap. 9. Should we again break thy Commandments, and Joyn in affinity with the People of these Abominations? And he lyeth in the dust before God mourning,
Thus good Ezra Says, Chap. 9. Should we again break thy commandments, and Join in affinity with the People of these Abominations? And he lies in the dust before God mourning,
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as It's an uptaking work and business to honest Souls, to get their Faith founded rightly in closing the Covenant with God, that they be well grounded in believing:
as It's an uptaking work and business to honest Souls, to get their Faith founded rightly in closing the Covenant with God, that they be well grounded in believing:
So it is no less an uptaking and exercising work, to be improving their faith on Gods Promises, to make them forth-coming according to their engagement and for keeping Covenan•:
So it is no less an uptaking and exercising work, to be improving their faith on God's Promises, to make them forthcoming according to their engagement and for keeping Covenan•:
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There is an evil readily incident to many Professours of Religion, that they would fain be at marks of a good Spirituall state and of being in Covenant with God,
There is an evil readily incident to many Professors of Religion, that they would fain be At marks of a good Spiritual state and of being in Covenant with God,
nay let me tell you, that if there be not Painfull diligence and Faithfulness in keeping Covenant with G•d, it will darken the light of any other mark that can be given;
nay let me tell you, that if there be not Painful diligence and Faithfulness in keeping Covenant with G•d, it will darken the Light of any other mark that can be given;
The Third Observation is, that It is and will be the great study of Persons really entered in Covenant with God, to have it an abiding bargain, a perpetuall Covenant never to be forgotten:
The Third Observation is, that It is and will be the great study of Persons really entered in Covenant with God, to have it an abiding bargain, a perpetual Covenant never to be forgotten:
for what Use serves Gods Covenant unto us, and our entering therein, if we continue as great strangers to him as before? If this be not driven as our designe, we forget wherefore we Covenanted.
for what Use serves God's Covenant unto us, and our entering therein, if we continue as great Strangers to him as before? If this be not driven as our Design, we forget Wherefore we Covenanted.
Secondly, There would be a minding of our own obligation in the Covenant, as the condition or mean by which the end, viz. The enjoying of God, is come at;
Secondly, There would be a minding of our own obligation in the Covenant, as the condition or mean by which the end, viz. The enjoying of God, is come At;
which is to Remember, not a Mutuall engagement, such as the Covenant bears out, but only our own Particular engagement, which makes us have so many failings on our side,
which is to remember, not a Mutual engagement, such as the Covenant bears out, but only our own Particular engagement, which makes us have so many failings on our side,
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what would our life, or our engagement be, and what would our Comfort and Hope be, without his engagement to us in the Covenant? And if this be not suitably minded and remembred it will prove but a very heartless bargain.
what would our life, or our engagement be, and what would our Comfort and Hope be, without his engagement to us in the Covenant? And if this be not suitably minded and remembered it will prove but a very heartless bargain.
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to have our vile bodies at last made conform to his Glorious Body, &c. And that as certainly we shall be possessed of such great and glorious priviledges by keeping this Covenant,
to have our vile bodies At last made conform to his Glorious Body, etc. And that as Certainly we shall be possessed of such great and glorious privileges by keeping this Covenant,
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and whether this be now Believed or not, it will be found a litle hence, that this bargain was one of the best that ever was heard tell of in the world.
and whither this be now Believed or not, it will be found a little hence, that this bargain was one of the best that ever was herd tell of in the world.
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Secondly, We would seriously bethink our selves, what will come of it, in case there be Grosly unfaithfull dealing, and unstedfastness in Gods Covenant.
Secondly, We would seriously bethink our selves, what will come of it, in case there be Grossly unfaithful dealing, and unsteadfastness in God's Covenant.
I shal only name these five things that will follow on it. 1. Much sin. 2. Much shame. 3 Much reflection on God. 4. Much wrath, and. 5. Much want of peace,
I shall only name these five things that will follow on it. 1. Much since. 2. Much shame. 3 Much reflection on God. 4. Much wrath, and. 5. Much want of peace,
then to be found among them that deal falsly in Gods Covenant, The grossest sins of Pagans are in some respect as no sins in comparison of this, John 15.22. 2. There will be much shame before God,
then to be found among them that deal falsely in God's Covenant, The Grossest Sins of Pagans Are in Some respect as no Sins in comparison of this, John 15.22. 2. There will be much shame before God,
for every sin, But such as have wickedly betrayed their trust to God, and after they had made Profession of entring in Covenant with him, have dealt Perfidiously and falsly in it, will be in a manner hissed at amongst devils and reprobat Pagans, who never had such offers, neither made such Professions:
for every since, But such as have wickedly betrayed their trust to God, and After they had made Profession of entering in Covenant with him, have dealt Perfidiously and falsely in it, will be in a manner hissed At among Devils and Reprobate Pagans, who never had such offers, neither made such Professions:
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or that God is not a good, responsall and faithfull party to deal with? What iniquity have y•ur Fathers found in me (saith the Lord to his Professing people, Jer. 2.) that they are gone so far from me? Come (saith he Micah 6.) Before the Mountains, and let the Hils hear my Controversy with you, what iniquity have ye found in me? wherein have I wearied you, testifie against me.
or that God is not a good, responsall and faithful party to deal with? What iniquity have y•ur Father's found in me (Says the Lord to his Professing people, Jer. 2.) that they Are gone so Far from me? Come (Says he micah 6.) Before the Mountains, and let the Hills hear my Controversy with you, what iniquity have you found in me? wherein have I wearied you, testify against me.
Doubtless such will find that they have played the fools egregiously in Committing these two great evils, in forsaking God the Fountain of living waters,
Doubtless such will find that they have played the Fools egregiously in Committing these two great evils, in forsaking God the Fountain of living waters,
because ye said by your practice, that God was not worth the having, And to the Almighty, depart from us, we will have none of thee, neith•r will we have the knowledge of thy ways.
Because you said by your practice, that God was not worth the having, And to the Almighty, depart from us, we will have none of thee, neith•r will we have the knowledge of thy ways.
4. Much want of peace and much anxietie will follow upon it, even the penitent and converting People of God, Jer. 3.20, 21. have much bitterness on this account of Treacherous dealing in Gods Covenant:
4. Much want of peace and much anxiety will follow upon it, even the penitent and converting People of God, Jer. 3.20, 21. have much bitterness on this account of Treacherous dealing in God's Covenant:
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a voice of weeping and Lamentation is heard on the mountains, the Children of Israel saying, we have perverted our way, we have forsaken the Lord our God, how much more bitterness of another nature,
a voice of weeping and Lamentation is herd on the Mountains, the Children of Israel saying, we have perverted our Way, we have forsaken the Lord our God, how much more bitterness of Another nature,
how much more Smart, vexation, Anguish, Agony, and gnawing of Conscience shall impenitent sinners have, on account of their false and Perfidious dealing in Gods Covenant? This will make the hearts of many to quake and tremble for terror:
how much more Smart, vexation, Anguish, Agony, and gnawing of Conscience shall impenitent Sinners have, on account of their false and Perfidious dealing in God's Covenant? This will make the hearts of many to quake and tremble for terror:
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Therefore make it your great designe and business •ow, to be Faithful to God, and to have the Covenant with him, A perpetual Covenant, never to be forgotten.
Therefore make it your great Design and business •ow, to be Faithful to God, and to have the Covenant with him, A perpetual Covenant, never to be forgotten.
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As for the Third, viz. Some motives and encouragements to excite you to be Faithful in Gods Covenant and to study to have it A perpetuall Covenant never to be forgotten;
As for the Third, viz. some motives and encouragements to excite you to be Faithful in God's Covenant and to study to have it A perpetual Covenant never to be forgotten;
consider in the First place, that it is a singularly good and none-such bargain to them that keep Covenant, there is no bargain more lovely to them that keep touches with God;
Consider in the First place, that it is a singularly good and nonesuch bargain to them that keep Covenant, there is no bargain more lovely to them that keep touches with God;
having all things, though Possessing nothing, as it is, 2 Cor. 6.10. and saith the Apostle, Philip. 4. I have all, I abound and have no lack, while, in the mean time, he was living on a litle Charity from others;
having all things, though Possessing nothing, as it is, 2 Cor. 6.10. and Says the Apostle, Philip. 4. I have all, I abound and have no lack, while, in the mean time, he was living on a little Charity from Others;
though violent and Bloody, can marr this excellent life? when the Covenanter comes to Judgement, Who can lay any thing to his Charge? It is God that Justifieth, who shall condemn him? He hath a friend before him, Jesus the Mediator of the new Covenant, and is in good-terms with God;
though violent and Bloody, can mar this excellent life? when the Covenanter comes to Judgement, Who can lay any thing to his Charge? It is God that Justifieth, who shall condemn him? He hath a friend before him, jesus the Mediator of the new Covenant, and is in good-terms with God;
The great advantage of it in this life and in that which is to come (for godliness is great gain, having the promise of both) may abundantly commend the Covenant and Faithfulness in it:
The great advantage of it in this life and in that which is to come (for godliness is great gain, having the promise of both) may abundantly commend the Covenant and Faithfulness in it:
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I am perswaded, there is no suiter or wooer to court and put in for the sinners heart & affection, that can possibly out-bid Gods Covenant, can the Lust of the eye, the Lust of the flesh or the Pride of life, can Profit, Pleasure,
I am persuaded, there is no suitor or wooer to court and put in for the Sinners heart & affection, that can possibly outbid God's Covenant, can the Lust of the eye, the Lust of the Flesh or the Pride of life, can Profit, Pleasure,
to be sincere and not a Hypocrite, to be serious and not Luk-warm? I am perswaded, that if ye will but put it seriously to your own Consciences, ye will be forced to say, that Sincerity in Religion is better then Hypocrisie,
to be sincere and not a Hypocrite, to be serious and not Lukewarm? I am persuaded, that if you will but put it seriously to your own Consciences, you will be forced to say, that Sincerity in Religion is better then Hypocrisy,
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why then, will the Lord say, didst thou deal falsly in it, and renounce it? The wretched mans Conscience will answer, that there was no shadow of reason for it, it was plain Folly and madness, for to keep and do Gods Covenant and Commandment, is Peoples wisdom before all Nations;
why then, will the Lord say, didst thou deal falsely in it, and renounce it? The wretched men Conscience will answer, that there was no shadow of reason for it, it was plain Folly and madness, for to keep and do God's Covenant and Commandment, is Peoples Wisdom before all nations;
O That there were such a heart in them (saith the Lord, Deut. 5.) That they might fear me and keep my Commandments always, that it might be well with them,
Oh That there were such a heart in them (Says the Lord, Deuteronomy 5.) That they might Fear me and keep my commandments always, that it might be well with them,
there is no way comparable to this, to provide for families and Children, even to have themselves and their Children entred into Gods Covenant and made to deal faithfully in it;
there is no Way comparable to this, to provide for families and Children, even to have themselves and their Children entered into God's Covenant and made to deal faithfully in it;
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and is there not great encouragement here, to have every good thing bestowed, and all carking care and anxietie concerning our selves and Children removed? Thirdly, We would consider, that God is a singular good Party to deal with, very tender of them that aim to deal honestly with him;
and is there not great encouragement Here, to have every good thing bestowed, and all carking care and anxiety Concerning our selves and Children removed? Thirdly, We would Consider, that God is a singular good Party to deal with, very tender of them that aim to deal honestly with him;
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and may not that encourage to be faithfull in Gods Covenant, that he is so easie to please? Fourthly, Consider, that he hath graciously stuffed his Covenant with Promises meet for the thorow-bearing of them that would fain keep Covenant:
and may not that encourage to be faithful in God's Covenant, that he is so easy to please? Fourthly, Consider, that he hath graciously stuffed his Covenant with Promises meet for the thorough-bearing of them that would fain keep Covenant:
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if it be an evil heart that will not love God, which troubles them, the Promise is, I will Circumcise their heart and the hearts of their seed to love the Lord their God;
if it be an evil heart that will not love God, which Troubles them, the Promise is, I will Circumcise their heart and the hearts of their seed to love the Lord their God;
If it be the fear of departing from God that troubles them, the Promise is, Jer. 32.40. I will put my fear in their heart, that they shall not depart from me;
If it be the Fear of departing from God that Troubles them, the Promise is, Jer. 32.40. I will put my Fear in their heart, that they shall not depart from me;
If it be the dominion of sin that they fear, the Promise is, Rom. 6.14. Sin shall not have Dominion over you, for ye are not under the Law but und r Grace:
If it be the dominion of since that they Fear, the Promise is, Rom. 6.14. since shall not have Dominion over you, for you Are not under the Law but and r Grace:
And if it be fear of the Prevailing of Sathans Tentations that troubles them, the Promise is, The God of Peace shall bruise Sathan under your feet shortly:
And if it be Fear of the Prevailing of Satan's Tentations that Troubles them, the Promise is, The God of Peace shall bruise Sathan under your feet shortly:
It might have been said to David, how wilt thou get all done that thou hast undertaken? He answers, I will call upon him who performeth all things for me;
It might have been said to David, how wilt thou get all done that thou hast undertaken? He answers, I will call upon him who Performeth all things for me;
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then one ray of his Coun•enance will be infinitly more heartsome, refreshing and satisfieing, then all these things that ye are now called to abandon and part with, can possibly amount to:
then one ray of his Coun•enance will be infinitely more heartsome, refreshing and satisfying, then all these things that you Are now called to abandon and part with, can possibly amount to:
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As, when poor sinners are Summoned to appear before God, and they have no righteousness of their own, they are to step forward trusting to Christs righteousness:
As, when poor Sinners Are Summoned to appear before God, and they have no righteousness of their own, they Are to step forward trusting to Christ righteousness:
So when they are called to dutie, and they have no strength of their own to enable them to a suitable discharge thereof, they are to consider that God is faithfull, who hath promised and who will also do it:
So when they Are called to duty, and they have no strength of their own to enable them to a suitable discharge thereof, they Are to Consider that God is faithful, who hath promised and who will also do it:
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and indeed Believers have found in their comfortable experience, that when they have adventured on dutie with a believing look to Gods Covenanted strength, they have found it go sweetly & surprisingly well with them:
and indeed Believers have found in their comfortable experience, that when they have adventured on duty with a believing look to God's Covenanted strength, they have found it go sweetly & surprisingly well with them:
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Joyn with diligence and watchfulness a suitable exercise of Faith. 5. Take a serious look, every day when ye go to pray, of your resolutions and engagements, renew them frequently and seriously in his own strength;
Join with diligence and watchfulness a suitable exercise of Faith. 5. Take a serious look, every day when you go to pray, of your resolutions and engagements, renew them frequently and seriously in his own strength;
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and then go and pray over it, that ye may be made faithful in your thus Covenanting with God, that ye may be enabled to pay your vowes and make your honest resolutions Practicable;
and then go and pray over it, that you may be made faithful in your thus Covenanting with God, that you may be enabled to pay your vows and make your honest resolutions Practicable;
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And for your furtherance in humiliation and soft walking before God, look on all your sins as aggravated by this unfaithful and treacherous dealing in Gods Covenant:
And for your furtherance in humiliation and soft walking before God, look on all your Sins as aggravated by this unfaithful and treacherous dealing in God's Covenant:
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A SERMON Preached Immediatly before the Communion, On Matth. 26. Vers. 28.29. For thi• is my Blood of the New Testament, wh•• is shed for many, for the Remission of sins.
A SERMON Preached Immediately before the Communion, On Matthew 26. Vers. 28.29. For thi• is my Blood of the New Testament, wh•• is shed for many, for the Remission of Sins.
but to Read and he• these same wonderful words, If our hearts were in suitable spiritual frame, knowing and considering, wh• we are about and doing, we would be in a Divine Ra•ture and Transport of Admiration at His love, a• kindled into a flame of Holy zeal for his glory, by then O What sweet and happy words are these from our di•ing Lord Jesus Christ his mouth!
but to Read and he• these same wondered words, If our hearts were in suitable spiritual frame, knowing and considering, wh• we Are about and doing, we would be in a Divine Ra•ture and Transport of Admiration At His love, a• kindled into a flame of Holy zeal for his glory, by then Oh What sweet and happy words Are these from our di•ing Lord jesus christ his Mouth!
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Eye hath not seen, e• hath not heard, Neither hath it entered into the heart 〈 ◊ 〉 Man to conceive, what things the Lord hath prepared f•• them that wait for him.
Eye hath not seen, e• hath not herd, Neither hath it entered into the heart 〈 ◊ 〉 Man to conceive, what things the Lord hath prepared f•• them that wait for him.
Here is Heaven and Eternall glory, and what would you have more? This is (saith he) my Blood of the New Testament Whi•h is shed for the Remission of the sins of many:
Here is Heaven and Eternal glory, and what would you have more? This is (Says he) my Blood of the New Testament Whi•h is shed for the Remission of the Sins of many:
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And truly if there were no more to be said, we may most confidently say, that these are wonderful glad tidings, which our blessed Lord Jesus hath left to be the great subject of the Doctrine of the Gospel,
And truly if there were no more to be said, we may most confidently say, that these Are wondered glad tidings, which our blessed Lord jesus hath left to be the great Subject of the Doctrine of the Gospel,
wherein I condescended an• transacted to take on mans nature, and in that natu•• to suffer and satisfie Divine Justice for their sin• & this is the Commemoration of my Satisfactio• according to that Covenant,
wherein I condescended an• transacted to take on men nature, and in that natu•• to suffer and satisfy Divine justice for their sin• & this is the Commemoration of my Satisfactio• according to that Covenant,
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and the exhibiting an• giving to you a confirmation of your interest in a• the blessings of that Covenant, whereof Remissi•• of sins is one, and a main one:
and the exhibiting an• giving to you a confirmation of your Interest in a• the blessings of that Covenant, whereof Remissi•• of Sins is one, and a main one:
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In the 29. ve• He hath two words further, one of warning, anoth•• of encouragement: 1. One of warning, I say u• you, henceforth I will not drink of the F•uit of t• Vine:
In the 29. ve• He hath two words further, one of warning, anoth•• of encouragement: 1. One of warning, I say u• you, henceforth I will not drink of the F•uit of t• Vine:
As if he had said, take heed what ye are d•ing, make this Communion very welcome, and 〈 ◊ 〉 it confirm and strengthen you against the tryals th• are coming:
As if he had said, take heed what you Are d•ing, make this Communion very welcome, and 〈 ◊ 〉 it confirm and strengthen you against the trials th• Are coming:
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Lord, what will become of us, if we shall have no moe Communions with thee? Be not (saith he to them on the matter) discouraged, We shall yet have more and more intimat Communion then ever we had here on earth:
Lord, what will become of us, if we shall have no more Communions with thee? Be not (Says he to them on the matter) discouraged, We shall yet have more and more intimat Communion then ever we had Here on earth:
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when we shall drink it new, when we shal have the thing signified, Even Communion without the intervention of Ordinances, in the full Harvest of joy in God, in his Kingdon.
when we shall drink it new, when we shall have the thing signified, Even Communion without the intervention of Ordinances, in the full Harvest of joy in God, in his Kingdom.
Wherein there are Two things, viz. The outward and visible signes, the Elements: and the inward invisible thing signified by them, Which is Christs Body & Blood:
Wherein there Are Two things, viz. The outward and visible Signs, the Elements: and the inward invisible thing signified by them, Which is Christ Body & Blood:
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Secondly, Consider the receiving of Christs offer, wherein there are Two things, 1. The act of receiving the Element by the hand. 2. The hearts receiving what is offered in and by the Elements:
Secondly, Consider the receiving of Christ offer, wherein there Are Two things, 1. The act of receiving the Element by the hand. 2. The hearts receiving what is offered in and by the Elements:
Thirdly, Ye would consider this Application of the thing signified in a twofold respect, 1. As it holds out the entering of us into the Covenant in order to the receiving of the Pardon of sin,
Thirdly, You would Consider this Application of the thing signified in a twofold respect, 1. As it holds out the entering of us into the Covenant in order to the receiving of the Pardon of since,
But where Christ is received, and Faith closeth with him as he is offered, The Soul may warrantably make Application of him, Not only for Pardon of sin, The Particular benefit here expresly mentioned,
But where christ is received, and Faith closeth with him as he is offered, The Soul may warrantably make Application of him, Not only for Pardon of since, The Particular benefit Here expressly mentioned,
but a Seal of Confirmation, that it should be good to them: Therefore in coming to partake of the Sacrament, We would premit alway our closing with Christ;
but a Seal of Confirmation, that it should be good to them: Therefore in coming to partake of the Sacrament, We would premit always our closing with christ;
And we would not divide thes• things that God hath so wisely and well conjoined, viz Closing with Christ and the Covenant in the right way according to the terms thereof;
And we would not divide thes• things that God hath so wisely and well conjoined, videlicet Closing with christ and the Covenant in the right Way according to the terms thereof;
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First Then, Observe, That all men and women, eve• the Elect not excepted, are sinfull, and as such, Considered before God; So it's said, Isaiah 53.6. All we lik• sheep have gone astray;
First Then, Observe, That all men and women, eve• the Elect not excepted, Are sinful, and as such, Considered before God; So it's said, Isaiah 53.6. All we lik• sheep have gone astray;
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Secondly, Observe, That there is a grand designe lai• by God from eternity for the saving of many sinners, an• for Procuring to them Remission of sins, the fruit of th• ancient Counsell of the Blessed and glorious trinity.
Secondly, Observe, That there is a grand Design lai• by God from eternity for the Saving of many Sinners, an• for Procuring to them Remission of Sins, the fruit of th• ancient Counsel of the Blessed and glorious trinity.
This is laid down by Jehovah, as the Basis and foundation, whereon he hath reared up a Magnificent and Glorious Superstructure of the Riches of his most Soveraignly free Grace,
This is laid down by Jehovah, as the Basis and Foundation, whereon he hath reared up a Magnificent and Glorious Superstructure of the Riches of his most Sovereignly free Grace,
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Fourthly, Observe, That according to this Covenant and transaction, our blessed Lord Jesus hath really, actually and fully satisfied for the sins of Believers, according to his undertaking:
Fourthly, Observe, That according to this Covenant and transaction, our blessed Lord jesus hath really, actually and Fully satisfied for the Sins of Believers, according to his undertaking:
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so he is must willing, desirous, and pressing that sinners, to whom the Gospel it offered, should make use of his righteousness and of the Purchase made thereby,
so he is must willing, desirous, and pressing that Sinners, to whom the Gospel it offered, should make use of his righteousness and of the Purchase made thereby,
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and lay hold on his Righteousness, on Remision of sins and life thorow him, and to promove the acceptation thereof among sinners, that he hath instituted this Ordinance of the Communion.
and lay hold on his Righteousness, on Remission of Sins and life thorough him, and to promove the acceptation thereof among Sinners, that he hath instituted this Ordinance of the Communion.
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This was my designe in laying down my life, to get many sinners Pardoned, and this is the, end of the institution of this Precious ordinance of my Supper, to apply it to them,
This was my Design in laying down my life, to get many Sinners Pardoned, and this is the, end of the Institution of this Precious Ordinance of my Supper, to apply it to them,
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Eightly, Observe, That They who would partake aright of this Sacrament for their confirmation as to the Pardon of their sins and their sharing in the rest of the benefits of Christs purchase, would first close with Christ in the Covenant,
Eighth, Observe, That They who would partake aright of this Sacrament for their confirmation as to the Pardon of their Sins and their sharing in the rest of the benefits of Christ purchase, would First close with christ in the Covenant,
Ninthly, Observe, That they who have the offer of the Gospel, and are admitted to the Sacrament of the Lords Supper, would be so present, serious and every way in a posture suttable to that action,
Ninthly, Observe, That they who have the offer of the Gospel, and Are admitted to the Sacrament of the lords Supper, would be so present, serious and every Way in a posture suttable to that actium,
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And a Believer, though a sinner, that takes this way, should take his communion as a Seal and Pledge, confirming him in the Faith and hope of his being ere long to have an e•ernal and unin errupted Communion with Christ in Glory.
And a Believer, though a sinner, that Takes this Way, should take his communion as a Seal and Pledge, confirming him in the Faith and hope of his being ere long to have an e•ernal and unin errupted Communion with christ in Glory.
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ye have a most liberal and Richly boun•ifull Mediator, who hath put all these great things and many mo into his Testament to sinners, offered to them in the Gospel and Sealed in the Sacrament of his supper, to all them that take him and rest Satisfied with him:
you have a most liberal and Richly boun•ifull Mediator, who hath put all these great things and many more into his Testament to Sinners, offered to them in the Gospel and Sealed in the Sacrament of his supper, to all them that take him and rest Satisfied with him:
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There is •ere good and large ground to speak a litle to these Three 1. To Bring forth to you the good news of Salvation through Christ. 2. To Exhort and press you to embrace and accept of them with gladness of heart, to make welcome this Faithful saying worthy of all acceptation, that Christ came into the world to save sinners.
There is •ere good and large ground to speak a little to these Three 1. To Bring forth to you the good news of Salvation through christ. 2. To Exhort and press you to embrace and accept of them with gladness of heart, to make welcome this Faithful saying worthy of all acceptation, that christ Come into the world to save Sinners.
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and seeing it may well be said here, who is sufficient for these things? ye would have an eye to him, who can make this Gospel to savour sweetly, and even triumph:
and seeing it may well be said Here, who is sufficient for these things? you would have an eye to him, who can make this Gospel to savour sweetly, and even triumph:
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I shall endeavour to hold forth to you the goodness and gladness of these news and tidings in these Three: and would to God we had sensible sinners to Believe, receive and welcome them. 1. That there is a good bargain thorow Christ to be gotten by sinners. 2. That sinners, by accepting of Christ, have sufficient warrant and good security for applying to themselves and making use of this good bargain. 3. That Christ is most willing and desirous that sinners should close with this bargain,
I shall endeavour to hold forth to you the Goodness and gladness of these news and tidings in these Three: and would to God we had sensible Sinners to Believe, receive and welcome them. 1. That there is a good bargain thorough christ to be got by Sinners. 2. That Sinners, by accepting of christ, have sufficient warrant and good security for applying to themselves and making use of this good bargain. 3. That christ is most willing and desirous that Sinners should close with this bargain,
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For the First; Sinners, here is a good bargain to you thorow Christ, glad tidings of great Happiness, fear not (saith the Angel to the Shepherds, Luke 2.10.11.) Behold I bring you glad tidings of great joy, which shal be to all People;
For the First; Sinners, Here is a good bargain to you thorough christ, glad tidings of great Happiness, Fear not (Says the Angel to the Shepherd's, Lycia 2.10.11.) Behold I bring you glad tidings of great joy, which shall be to all People;
but there is here a remedie for it? Is it the sense of sin, feat of Justice, felt Wrath, the Apprehension of Hell? Here are glad tidings, Remission of sins by the Blood of Christ, This is the one Express Article of the Testament here;
but there is Here a remedy for it? Is it the sense of since, feat of justice, felt Wrath, the Apprehension of Hell? Here Are glad tidings, Remission of Sins by the Blood of christ, This is the one Express Article of the Testament Here;
We tell you, sinners there is a Saviour whose life hath gone for sin, and there is a free absolution to be had by vertue of his Blood, to all who will lay hold on it.
We tell you, Sinners there is a Saviour whose life hath gone for since, and there is a free absolution to be had by virtue of his Blood, to all who will lay hold on it.
Nay look what ever further is in the Covenant, and ye have it also upon your closing with Christ, according to his Divine power he hath (saith the Apostle, 2 Pet. 1.3.) given unto us all things that Pertain to life and Godliness, and vers. 4. Exceeding great and Precious Promises are given us, Promises of Justification and Sanctification;
Nay look what ever further is in the Covenant, and you have it also upon your closing with christ, according to his Divine power he hath (Says the Apostle, 2 Pet. 1.3.) given unto us all things that Pertain to life and Godliness, and vers. 4. Exceeding great and Precious Promises Are given us, Promises of Justification and Sanctification;
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and will cause you to walk in my statuts and do them, &c. There are Promises of subducing of the Body of death, of circumcising the heart, of causing to love God, of putting his fear in the heart, of healing back slidings:
and will cause you to walk in my statutes and do them, etc. There Are Promises of subducing of the Body of death, of circumcising the heart, of causing to love God, of putting his Fear in the heart, of healing back slidings:
neither were they ever able to conceive the thousand part of these abundant consolations and heart ravishing joys, that shall flow from the Presence of the Lamb and of him that sitteth on the Throne,
neither were they ever able to conceive the thousand part of these abundant consolations and heart ravishing Joys, that shall flow from the Presence of the Lamb and of him that Sitteth on the Throne,
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the accepting of Christ, the submitting to his righteousness, the yeelding to the Covenant, and closing with him on his own terms, gives him a right to Heaven and all the Riches contained in his Testament.
the accepting of christ, the submitting to his righteousness, the yielding to the Covenant, and closing with him on his own terms, gives him a right to Heaven and all the Riches contained in his Testament.
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The First whereof is, some clear Scriptures, that hold forth so much, viz. That as really they shall have life who rake Christ and his offer, and close with him;
The First whereof is, Some clear Scriptures, that hold forth so much, viz. That as really they shall have life who rake christ and his offer, and close with him;
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as he really suffered and Satisfied the Justice of God for their sins. The First of these Scriptures is Heb. 7.25. Wherefore he is able to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him;
as he really suffered and Satisfied the justice of God for their Sins. The First of these Scriptures is Hebrew 7.25. Wherefore he is able to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him;
He is an able Saviour, able to the uttermost, and there is not a point of Latitude, longitude or altitude beyond the uttermost; He is able to save them all,
He is an able Saviour, able to the uttermost, and there is not a point of Latitude, longitude or altitude beyond the uttermost; He is able to save them all,
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That as sin hath reigned unto death, Even so (and indeed it is an excellent So) might Grace Reigne through Righteousness unto Eternal Life by Jesus Christ our Lord:
That as since hath reigned unto death, Even so (and indeed it is an excellent So) might Grace Reign through Righteousness unto Eternal Life by jesus christ our Lord:
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did sin make sinners lyable to death, and Triumph over them? So Grace hath erected a Throne, by Christs Righteousness, not by inherent Holiness, and hath Triumphed over sin:
did since make Sinners liable to death, and Triumph over them? So Grace hath erected a Throne, by Christ Righteousness, not by inherent Holiness, and hath Triumphed over since:
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Justice (to speak with reverence) is off the Throne, and Grace orders and sways all, in making Application of Christs Purchased Righteousness to believers.
justice (to speak with Reverence) is off the Throne, and Grace order and sways all, in making Application of Christ Purchased Righteousness to believers.
The Third Scripture is Acts 13.38. Be it known unto you, therefore, Men and Breth•en, that through this man is preached unto you the forgivenness of sins;
The Third Scripture is Acts 13.38. Be it known unto you, Therefore, Men and Breth•en, that through this man is preached unto you the Forgiveness of Sins;
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Thorow the man Christ is Preached to you Remission of sins, and by him all that Believe are justified from all things from which ye could not be Justified by the Law of Moses.
Thorough the man christ is Preached to you Remission of Sins, and by him all that Believe Are justified from all things from which you could not be Justified by the Law of Moses.
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and say, Be it known unto you, that thorow Christ Jesus, ye may have Remission of sins, and be Justified from all things from which ye could not be Justified by the Law of Moses, According to the terms of the Covenant:
and say, Be it known unto you, that thorough christ jesus, you may have Remission of Sins, and be Justified from all things from which you could not be Justified by the Law of Moses, According to the terms of the Covenant:
Secondly, Consider, that the great designe which the Lord drives in the business of Redemption and publishing of it in the Gospel, Is, that Remission of sins and Life may be made sure to lost Sinners that came to Christ:
Secondly, Consider, that the great Design which the Lord drives in the business of Redemption and publishing of it in the Gospel, Is, that Remission of Sins and Life may be made sure to lost Sinners that Come to christ:
Why I pray, was the Covenant made? was it not for this end? As it is, Heb. 8. This is my Covenant (saith the Lord) that I will make with the house of Israel, I will be Merciful to their unrighteousness,
Why I pray, was the Covenant made? was it not for this end? As it is, Hebrew 8. This is my Covenant (Says the Lord) that I will make with the house of Israel, I will be Merciful to their unrighteousness,
What is the designe of the Mediator in his Sufferings? Is it not this? So John 10.10. I am come, that they might have Life and have it more abundantly, and John 17. For their sakes I Sanctifie my self, that they also may be Sanctified;
What is the Design of the Mediator in his Sufferings? Is it not this? So John 10.10. I am come, that they might have Life and have it more abundantly, and John 17. For their sakes I Sanctify my self, that they also may be Sanctified;
Heaven and Earth shall sooner fail, then one Title of this sworn and confirmed Covenant: It cannot fail on the Mediators side, for he hath Payed the price already;
Heaven and Earth shall sooner fail, then one Title of this sworn and confirmed Covenant: It cannot fail on the Mediators side, for he hath Paid the price already;
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for whom be undertook? For he (saith the Apostle, 2 Cor. 5.) was made sin for us, who knew no sin, that we might be made the Righteousness of God in him;
for whom be undertook? For he (Says the Apostle, 2 Cor. 5.) was made since for us, who knew no since, that we might be made the Righteousness of God in him;
as to his fulfilling all that was undertaken by him therein; shall not the Promises made to him, as namely these, Isaiah 53.10.11. He shall see his seed, the Pleasure of the Lord shall Prosper in his hand;
as to his fulfilling all that was undertaken by him therein; shall not the Promises made to him, as namely these, Isaiah 53.10.11. He shall see his seed, the Pleasure of the Lord shall Prosper in his hand;
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and hereupon riseth the sweet Song, Worthy is the Lamb to receive Power, and Riches, and Wisdome, and Strength, and Honour, and Glory, and Blessing, Revel. 5.12.
and hereupon Riseth the sweet Song, Worthy is the Lamb to receive Power, and Riches, and Wisdom, and Strength, and Honour, and Glory, and Blessing, Revel. 5.12.
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He maketh the Triumph of the Faithfull Ministers of the Gospel, some way, to be in them that are damned, by his taking Vengeance on them, for despising His Grace offered:
He makes the Triumph of the Faithful Ministers of the Gospel, Some Way, to be in them that Are damned, by his taking Vengeance on them, for despising His Grace offered:
And it this be so Good a bargain to them that embrace it, and so very siker and sure, What, I pray, are we seeking? But that this good bargain and the sufficient security thereof may be taken hold on, as it is proposed:
And it this be so Good a bargain to them that embrace it, and so very siker and sure, What, I pray, Are we seeking? But that this good bargain and the sufficient security thereof may be taken hold on, as it is proposed:
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so it is our Lords delight and good Pleasure, and he is very desirous that sinners should make Application of it by Faith, receive and rest on him and his righteousness, for making themselves eternally Happy:
so it is our lords delight and good Pleasure, and he is very desirous that Sinners should make Application of it by Faith, receive and rest on him and his righteousness, for making themselves eternally Happy:
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And he doth most earnestly beseech you to take hold of this Covenant on these Sweet and easy terms, that ye be Heartily content and well Pleased with it.
And he does most earnestly beseech you to take hold of this Covenant on these Sweet and easy terms, that you be Heartily content and well Pleased with it.
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And indeed we know not a truth of the Gospel that hath mo confirmations then this hath, viz. That Christ the Mediator is very willing and desirous, that sinners close with him,
And indeed we know not a truth of the Gospel that hath more confirmations then this hath, viz. That christ the Mediator is very willing and desirous, that Sinners close with him,
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Isaiah 61 1, 2, 3. The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because he hath anointed me to Preach good tidings to the meek, He hath sent me to bind up the broken hearted, to Proclaim liberty to the Captives, to give to them that mourn beauty for Ashes, the Oyl of joy for Mourning,
Isaiah 61 1, 2, 3. The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me, Because he hath anointed me to Preach good tidings to the meek, He hath sent me to bind up the broken hearted, to Proclaim liberty to the Captives, to give to them that mourn beauty for Ashes, the Oil of joy for Mourning,
and what saith his Preaching and Corrospondent Prayer, John 17. Father I will, that they whom thou hast given me, be with me, but that he would fain have them there? And what shall I say? Is there any proof of it, that can be given beyond His Death? I lay down my life (saith he) for my sheep; The Salvation of lost Elect sinners went very near his heart;
and what Says his Preaching and Corrospondent Prayer, John 17. Father I will, that they whom thou hast given me, be with me, but that he would fain have them there? And what shall I say? Is there any proof of it, that can be given beyond His Death? I lay down my life (Says he) for my sheep; The Salvation of lost Elect Sinners went very near his heart;
Thirdly, Consider, with what Pleasure and delight he went about the work of Redemption; As is very clear in that 40th. Psalm, where he heartsomly saith, Lo I come, I delight to do thy will:
Thirdly, Consider, with what Pleasure and delight he went about the work of Redemption; As is very clear in that 40th. Psalm, where he heartsomely Says, Lo I come, I delight to do thy will:
and what work was that? Even to lay down his Life, to gather the lost sheep of the house of Israel; to take away the seud that was betwixt God and them,
and what work was that? Even to lay down his Life, to gather the lost sheep of the house of Israel; to take away the seud that was betwixt God and them,
but that We are Ambassadours in Christ, stead, beseching you to be Reconciled unto God? Which evidenceth Plainly, that Christ would fain (to speak so) have peace made betwixt God and sinners, and them saved:
but that We Are ambassadors in christ, stead, beseeching you to be Reconciled unto God? Which Evidenceth Plainly, that christ would fain (to speak so) have peace made betwixt God and Sinners, and them saved:
And can we think on the end of these Ordinances, but we must also think on Christs willingness, that sinners should make Application of him and of his Purchase? Fifthly, Consider further,
And can we think on the end of these Ordinances, but we must also think on Christ willingness, that Sinners should make Application of him and of his Purchase? Fifthly, Consider further,
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and he shall see of the travel of his soul and be Satisfied, Isaiah 53.10, 11. It is Satisfaction to him for all the Travel of his Soul, to see sinners coming in and getting good of him:
and he shall see of the travel of his soul and be Satisfied, Isaiah 53.10, 11. It is Satisfaction to him for all the Travel of his Soul, to see Sinners coming in and getting good of him:
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when sinners will not make use of him, it's accounted by him, as it were; an affronting of him, Even a troading of the Blood of the Covenant under foot,
when Sinners will not make use of him, it's accounted by him, as it were; an affronting of him, Even a troading of the Blood of the Covenant under foot,
Seventhly, Consider his exceeding great forbearance toward sinners, while they are straying, and his exceeding heartie welcoming of them, when they return.
Seventhly, Consider his exceeding great forbearance towards Sinners, while they Are straying, and his exceeding hearty welcoming of them, when they return.
but Pity them as a Father pitieth his Children? And that wonderfull wescom of the Father to his Prodigal Son is nothing to Christs welcoming of a repenting sinner, being but a dark Resemblance of it;
but Pity them as a Father Pitieth his Children? And that wonderful wescom of the Father to his Prodigal Son is nothing to Christ welcoming of a repenting sinner, being but a dark Resemblance of it;
He is so very willing, that a sinner make Application of his Righteousness, that where there is reality, he will (as it were) take half a Faith for Faith, were it even,
He is so very willing, that a sinner make Application of his Righteousness, that where there is reality, he will (as it were) take half a Faith for Faith, were it even,
If he had proposed the offer of life on such terms, as would have wearied us all our dayes, we ought to have Judged him willing that we should partake of it,
If he had proposed the offer of life on such terms, as would have wearied us all our days, we ought to have Judged him willing that we should partake of it,
Or if this be not litle enough, there is less yet, Psalm. 37.7. Rest in the Lord, the word (as it is on the Margent and Psal. 62.1.) is, be silent to the Lord;
Or if this be not little enough, there is less yet, Psalm. 37.7. Rest in the Lord, the word (as it is on the Margin and Psalm 62.1.) is, be silent to the Lord;
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Doth n• this declare and manifestly Preach the exceeding gre•• willingness, that our sweet Lord Jesus hath to Communicat and apply his purchase to sinners? Ninthl• Consider the Persons on whom he confers the offer, a•• the manner how he Prosecuts it;
Does n• this declare and manifestly Preach the exceeding gre•• willingness, that our sweet Lord jesus hath to Communicate and apply his purchase to Sinners? Ninthl• Consider the Persons on whom he confers the offer, a•• the manner how he Prosecuts it;
who 〈 ◊ 〉 pray, are called, Luke 14 21? It's the Poor, the Blin• the Maimed, the Halt, the Lame, &c. And are the any that can say, they are worse? If thou say, I can 〈 ◊ 〉 nothing, I am Maimed and cannot come:
who 〈 ◊ 〉 pray, Are called, Lycia 14 21? It's the Poor, the Blin• the Maimed, the Halt, the Lame, etc. And Are the any that can say, they Are Worse? If thou say, I can 〈 ◊ 〉 nothing, I am Maimed and cannot come:
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The Gosp•• bids call the Cripple, and provides Him a Chariot of 〈 ◊ 〉 wood of Lebanon, Paved with love, and having (〈 ◊ 〉 speak so) all the Seats and cushions of it of love, Ca•• 3.10.
The Gosp•• bids call the Cripple, and provides Him a Chariot of 〈 ◊ 〉 wood of Lebanon, Paved with love, and having (〈 ◊ 〉 speak so) all the Seats and cushions of it of love, Ca•• 3.10.
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and yet having conceited and fa•ci•• that thou wast Rich, Thou art not excluded for all that 〈 ◊ 〉 for, Revel. 3.18. Laodicea consists of a Hypocritie Pack, and company of Luke-warm Professours, w•• are so loathsome to Christ, that He threatens to spe•• them out of his mouth:
and yet having conceited and fa•ci•• that thou wast Rich, Thou art not excluded for all that 〈 ◊ 〉 for, Revel. 3.18. Laodicea consists of a Hypocritie Pack, and company of Lukewarm Professors, w•• Are so loathsome to christ, that He threatens to spe•• them out of his Mouth:
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And yet to such, even to suc•• he saith, I counsell thee to buy of me, &c. And if the be invited, who can exempt or exclude themselv• from the offer or bargain? Do not these things mo•• Convincingly and Irrefragably demonstrat his willin•ness? When there is not a sinner that is either Poo• proud, vain, Hypocritical, &c. But he is included 〈 ◊ 〉 the call of the Gospel? Tenthly, Consider his urgen• and pressingn•ss in making and bearing home the offer: O how long-suffering is He!
And yet to such, even to suc•• he Says, I counsel thee to buy of me, etc. And if the be invited, who can exempt or exclude themselv• from the offer or bargain? Do not these things mo•• Convincingly and Irrefragably demonstrate his willin•ness? When there is not a sinner that is either Poo• proud, vain, Hypocritical, etc. But he is included 〈 ◊ 〉 the call of the Gospel? Tenthly, Consider his urgen• and pressingn•ss in making and bearing home the offer: Oh how long-suffering is He!
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but All the day have I stretche• out my hands to again-saying people, Isaiah 65. Jerusalem, Jerusalem, how often would I have gathered thee, &c. Matth. 23. How doth wisdom stand and press her invitation, Prov. 1 20. and 8.1, 2. &c. Ezek. 18.31.32. Turn you at my Rebuke, why w•ll ye die? Luke 14.23. Go to the high wayes and compell them to come in. 1 John 3.23. This is his Com•andment, that ye believe on the Name of the Son of God:
but All the day have I stretche• out my hands to again-saying people, Isaiah 65. Jerusalem, Jerusalem, how often would I have gathered thee, etc. Matthew 23. How does Wisdom stand and press her invitation, Curae 1 20. and 8.1, 2. etc. Ezekiel 18.31.32. Turn you At my Rebuke, why w•ll you die? Luke 14.23. Go to the high ways and compel them to come in. 1 John 3.23. This is his Com•andment, that you believe on the Name of the Son of God:
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but the same Authority, that enjoines keeping the Sabbath and that forbids Cursing and Swearing, doth lay on this Command of Believing, Come to the Wedding, Beleve, man and woman, and be saved: and what is all this to the bowels of Mercy, Grace,
but the same authority, that enjoins keeping the Sabbath and that forbids Cursing and Swearing, does lay on this Command of Believing, Come to the Wedding, Believe, man and woman, and be saved: and what is all this to the bowels of Mercy, Grace,
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and what a love must it be, where he is (to speak so) turned into love in the person of Christ? Angels cannot to the full consider of it nor conceive it: Your hearts cannot reach it:
and what a love must it be, where he is (to speak so) turned into love in the person of christ? Angels cannot to the full Consider of it nor conceive it: Your hearts cannot reach it:
sure there is much, wonderfully much ground here to lay it for an undoubted truth, that our Lord Jesus is exceedingly desirous of the Salvation of sinners and of many sinners:
sure there is much, wonderfully much ground Here to lay it for an undoubted truth, that our Lord jesus is exceedingly desirous of the Salvation of Sinners and of many Sinners:
Even to stir us up to accept of and embrace these good news with glad hearts, is there here a good bargain and a sure way through Faith to make use of it? And is Christ so willing to Communicat it? What shall I say to you!
Even to stir us up to accept of and embrace these good news with glad hearts, is there Here a good bargain and a sure Way through Faith to make use of it? And is christ so willing to Communicate it? What shall I say to you!
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if we sought great or hard things from you to please him, would you not judge your selves oblidged to grant them? But when he saith on the matter, give me your Souls to be saved,
if we sought great or hard things from you to please him, would you not judge your selves obliged to grant them? But when he Says on the matter, give me your Souls to be saved,
O How unspeakably great is your Obligation readily and cheerfully to grant so loving and reasonable a request l If such a gracious offer had never been made.
Oh How unspeakably great is your Obligation readily and cheerfully to grant so loving and reasonable a request l If such a gracious offer had never been made.
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Let us, I Pray, reason the matter with you a litle? And First, Are there not sinners here? There is not a designe in this Gospel to save any others but sinners;
Let us, I Pray, reason the matter with you a little? And First, are there not Sinners Here? There is not a Design in this Gospel to save any Others but Sinners;
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and also the Sacrament on Earth, which now is offered to confirm you: This bargain therefore, and its security must be receiv'dr else wo unto you for ever:
and also the Sacrament on Earth, which now is offered to confirm you: This bargain Therefore, and its security must be receiv'dr Else woe unto you for ever:
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This word which we now Preach, Nay these stones shall bear witness against you, that our Lord Jesus was willing to save you and every one of you, and ye would not:
This word which we now Preach, Nay these stones shall bear witness against you, that our Lord jesus was willing to save you and every one of you, and you would not:
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if ye be not to Communicat, this word of the Gospel comes to you: though ye have secluded your selves from the Sacrament, either thorow Ignorance or scandal:
if you be not to Communicate, this word of the Gospel comes to you: though you have secluded your selves from the Sacrament, either thorough Ignorance or scandal:
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It might be a sweet Communion to you, If yet Christ get a welcome, and it should, I assure you in his Name, make way to a new communion here or in Heaven.
It might be a sweet Communion to you, If yet christ get a welcome, and it should, I assure you in his Name, make Way to a new communion Here or in Heaven.
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But Fourthly, I would a litle mote particularly beseech you to consider, that ye must either give Christ a welcome or not, a yea or a naysay, a grant or a denyal,
But Fourthly, I would a little mote particularly beseech you to Consider, that you must either give christ a welcome or not, a yea or a naysay, a grant or a denial,
but I would have all of you soberly to think, whether ye will say Yea or Nay: There is here what may silence and satisfy any Soul that thwarts with the call of God:
but I would have all of you soberly to think, whither you will say Yea or Nay: There is Here what may silence and satisfy any Soul that thwarts with the call of God:
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Can ye say, that there is any better bargain, any better security, or any heartier call and invitation? Let us come and reason together saith the Lord (Isaiah 1.18, 19) Though your sins be as Crimson, they shall be as white as Snow,
Can you say, that there is any better bargain, any better security, or any heartier call and invitation? Let us come and reason together Says the Lord (Isaiah 1.18, 19) Though your Sins be as Crimson, they shall be as white as Snow,
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for Answer, Let me ask you, Is there a Soul in hell this day that can say I would fain have come and could not come? That which we seek of you is, to make no long, tedious or toilsome Voyage, if there be honesty:
for Answer, Let me ask you, Is there a Soul in hell this day that can say I would fain have come and could not come? That which we seek of you is, to make no long, tedious or toilsome Voyage, if there be honesty:
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Do not, I beseech you, mistake, in thinking (and thereby obstructing your own coming) that persons must first be Believers and then come to Christ, No,
Do not, I beseech you, mistake, in thinking (and thereby obstructing your own coming) that Persons must First be Believers and then come to christ, No,
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and can ye expect ought from him without coming to him, or Believing in him? But Fourthly, Some will Object and say, Alace I have often come and broken away again,
and can you expect ought from him without coming to him, or Believing in him? But Fourthly, some will Object and say, Alace I have often come and broken away again,
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There is a sort of Careless Atheists and secure Hypocrits, whom this Gospel strikes dead: and carnall worldlings, who have no serious thoughts of what is coming:
There is a sort of Careless Atheists and secure Hypocrites, whom this Gospel strikes dead: and carnal worldlings, who have no serious thoughts of what is coming:
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And if there be any of you, that have loved your Idols, and after them will go, I would desire you in soberness to say to it, will ye prefer any Idol to Christ, the Creature to the Creator, the temporal finfull being of your body to the Eternall well-being of both Soul and Body? If ye will,
And if there be any of you, that have loved your Idols, and After them will go, I would desire you in soberness to say to it, will you prefer any Idol to christ, the Creature to the Creator, the temporal finfull being of your body to the Eternal well-being of both Soul and Body? If you will,
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then be sure, that this Conviction, in your Judgement and Conscience, will go along with such a cursed Resolution, that Christ and Heaven were the absolutly best Bargain.
then be sure, that this Conviction, in your Judgement and Conscience, will go along with such a cursed Resolution, that christ and Heaven were the absolutely best Bargain.
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in those daye• and at that time (saith the Lord by the Prophet Jeremy Chap. 50.20.) The Iniquity of Israel shall be sought for and there shall be none,
in those daye• and At that time (Says the Lord by the Prophet Jeremiah Chap. 50.20.) The Iniquity of Israel shall be sought for and there shall be none,
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When all the books shall be cast open, there shall be nothing found to Charge upon a Believing Elect, It's God that justifieth, who shall condemn? sin as Pardoned to you it was to Abraham and to David: and Heaven is made as sure to you,
When all the books shall be cast open, there shall be nothing found to Charge upon a Believing Elect, It's God that Justifieth, who shall condemn? since as Pardoned to you it was to Abraham and to David: and Heaven is made as sure to you,
Thirdly, There may be a wearisome time here, and who knows what tryals and Scatterings may overtake you, What times may go over you, ere ye get another Communion? It were best then, that ye who seriously mind to cleave to Christ and his Covenant, were making for them:
Thirdly, There may be a wearisome time Here, and who knows what trials and Scatterings may overtake you, What times may go over you, ere you get Another Communion? It were best then, that you who seriously mind to cleave to christ and his Covenant, were making for them:
and therefore lay up this Consolation, O Believers, Comfort your selves in this Blessed bargain, ye have Christ and Remission of sins, take the Sacrament as a Seal thereof:
and Therefore lay up this Consolation, Oh Believers, Comfort your selves in this Blessed bargain, you have christ and Remission of Sins, take the Sacrament as a Seal thereof:
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but ye shal drink of that new wine, the grapes whereof grow on Christ Jesus the Tree of Life in the midst of the Paradise of God, Even the wine of the Consolation of Glory, that will keep you in a continuall Holy Ravishment,
but you shall drink of that new wine, the grapes whereof grow on christ jesus the Tree of Life in the midst of the Paradise of God, Even the wine of the Consolation of Glory, that will keep you in a continual Holy Ravishment,
There shall not a Believer come to the Lords Table this day, but there is a day coming when he and she shall drink it new, without interruption Eternally, in the Kingdome of Heaven:
There shall not a Believer come to the lords Table this day, but there is a day coming when he and she shall drink it new, without interruption Eternally, in the Kingdom of Heaven:
I will write upon him my new Name, and the Name of the City of my God, &c. That is, the Communication and Participation of the Glory of the head, as the Members are Capable.
I will write upon him my new Name, and the Name of the city of my God, etc. That is, the Communication and Participation of the Glory of the head, as the Members Are Capable.
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O Believer in Christ, what shall I, sinfull and unworthy I, ere long sit with Christ at his Table in Glory? and is this a signe and Representation of it under a vail? What manner of Person ought I to be in all Holy Conversation and Godliness? ought I not to love him much,
O Believer in christ, what shall I, sinful and unworthy I, ere long fit with christ At his Table in Glory? and is this a Signen and Representation of it under a Vail? What manner of Person ought I to be in all Holy Conversation and Godliness? ought I not to love him much,
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and confirmed bargain betwixt him and you this day, that ye may have ground to say, This is the day which the Lord hath made, we will be glad and rejoyce in it,
and confirmed bargain betwixt him and you this day, that you may have ground to say, This is the day which the Lord hath made, we will be glad and rejoice in it,
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A Thanks-giving Sermon after the Communion, the last that ever the Author Preached, on such an occasion, at Glasgow. On Matth. 26. Vers. 29. But I say unto you, I will not drink henceforth of this fruit of the Vine,
A Thanksgiving Sermon After the Communion, the last that ever the Author Preached, on such an occasion, At Glasgow. On Matthew 26. Vers. 29. But I say unto you, I will not drink henceforth of this fruit of the Vine,
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untill that day, when I drink it new with you in my Fathers Kingdom. SERMON II. OUr Blessed Lord Jesus is now near taking leave of his Apostles, and preparing them for the storm they were to meet with;
until that day, when I drink it new with you in my Father's Kingdom. SERMON II OUr Blessed Lord jesus is now near taking leave of his Apostles, and preparing them for the storm they were to meet with;
and for the consolation of them and of all his followers to the end of the World, He instituteth this Ordinance of the Communion, to be His Love-token in His absence;
and for the consolation of them and of all his followers to the end of the World, He instituteth this Ordinance of the Communion, to be His Love-token in His absence;
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To which he subjoyns, partly for warning, partly for Consolation, these now read, But I say unto you, I will not drink henceforth of the fruit of the Vine, till I drink it new with you in my Fathers Kingdom:
To which he subjoins, partly for warning, partly for Consolation, these now read, But I say unto you, I will not drink henceforth of the fruit of the Vine, till I drink it new with you in my Father's Kingdom:
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as if he had said, though now we be sitting here at the Communion-Table heartsomely together, I tell you, that I and ye will have no mo Communions here on earth;
as if he had said, though now we be sitting Here At the Communion table heartsomely together, I tell you, that I and you will have no more Communions Here on earth;
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but when he prayes for Communion in Glory to him and his followers, there is no Submission (to speak so) because it was according to the Covenant of Redemption,
but when he prays for Communion in Glory to him and his followers, there is no Submission (to speak so) Because it was according to the Covenant of Redemption,
So in the Epistles written to the seven Churches of Asia, Rev. 2. and 3. It is Promised by our Lord, to him that overcometh, that he will give him the hidden Manna, the white stone, and New Name;
So in the Epistles written to the seven Churches of Asia, Rev. 2. and 3. It is Promised by our Lord, to him that Overcometh, that he will give him the hidden Manna, the white stone, and New Name;
2. It's called new Wine; we taste of it here, but it's new and hath another relish there. 3. 'Tis in a sweet place, not in any Earthly house or upper Chamber, not in a material Temple made with hands,
2. It's called new Wine; we taste of it Here, but it's new and hath Another relish there. 3. It's in a sweet place, not in any Earthly house or upper Chamber, not in a material Temple made with hands,
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but Cot-houses, smoky holes here, ye shall have Mansions of Glory there, admirably good accomodation: it is with excellent & non such company, even with Christ;
but Cot-houses, smoky holes Here, you shall have Mansions of Glory there, admirably good accommodation: it is with excellent & non such company, even with christ;
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It's a great matter to get leave to sit down with Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, David and the Prophets Elijah, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel, and the rest of them;
It's a great matter to get leave to fit down with Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, David and the prophets Elijah, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekielem, daniel, and the rest of them;
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with John the Baptist, with Paul, John, Peter, and the other Apostles, and with the whole Congregation of the first-born; but it's more, to drink the new wine with Christ himself, in heaven, who is (to say so) the very heart of Heaven.
with John the Baptist, with Paul, John, Peter, and the other Apostles, and with the Whole Congregation of the firstborn; but it's more, to drink the new wine with christ himself, in heaven, who is (to say so) the very heart of Heaven.
there we get eminently The new Name and the Name of the City of Christs God, Rev. 3. there his Name will be in our fore-heads, Rev. 22.4. And our vile bodies will be made conformable to Christs Glorious Body. Phil. 3.21. Our spirits will be made pure as he is pure;
there we get eminently The new Name and the Name of the city of Christ God, Rev. 3. there his Name will be in our foreheads, Rev. 22.4. And our vile bodies will be made conformable to Christ Glorious Body. Philip 3.21. Our spirits will be made pure as he is pure;
when we shall be raised in incorruption, we shall bear the Image of the Heavenly Adam, and our bodies shall be made Spiritual: It cannot be told what this will be, to be made Partakers of Christs Glory,
when we shall be raised in incorruption, we shall bear the Image of the Heavenly Adam, and our bodies shall be made Spiritual: It cannot be told what this will be, to be made Partakers of Christ Glory,
when the fulness of the God head shall be Communicated to us Ojectively, and when God shall be all in all. Thirdly, It's a Communion satisfieing compleatly;
when the fullness of the God head shall be Communicated to us Ojectively, and when God shall be all in all. Thirdly, It's a Communion satisfying completely;
If Christs Communion be full, ours shall be full; in this Communion none shall complain of desertion, none shall desire more of the Spirit, or more consolation; for it shall be full;
If Christ Communion be full, ours shall be full; in this Communion none shall complain of desertion, none shall desire more of the Spirit, or more consolation; for it shall be full;
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there shall not be one vessel in Glory, but it shall be filled brimfull with the new Wine of these strong Consolations of God, being dilated, Capacitated, Elevated and enlarged for that very end.
there shall not be one vessel in Glory, but it shall be filled brimful with the new Wine of these strong Consolations of God, being dilated, Capacitated, Elevated and enlarged for that very end.
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For no unclean thing enters within the Gates of the new Jerusalem, no Curse no Cry in those Streets, no weeping, no Sorrow, no sighing for any thing past,
For no unclean thing enters within the Gates of the new Jerusalem, no Curse no Cry in those Streets, no weeping, no Sorrow, no sighing for any thing past,
but we shall keep them still in our hand chanting the Praises of the Redeemer to that new Heavenly Tune never heard on earth, with Psalmes of victory in our hands and Crowns of Glory on our heads, following the Lamb whithersoever He goes.
but we shall keep them still in our hand chanting the Praises of the Redeemer to that new Heavenly Tune never herd on earth, with Psalms of victory in our hands and Crowns of Glory on our Heads, following the Lamb whithersoever He Goes.
I am afraid, if Atheists, Earthly Wretches, drunkards, Tipplers, Cursers, Swearers, Hypocrites, &c. Were singled out and Separated from among us, they would be found to be but a smal number who Believe this:
I am afraid, if Atheists, Earthly Wretches, drunkards, Tipplers, Cursers, Swearers, Hypocrites, etc. Were singled out and Separated from among us, they would be found to be but a small number who Believe this:
if ye indeed Believe it, why are ye so heartless? Why envy ye the poor prosperity of the men of the world? Why do ye not press after this mark and Prize? If ye believed it suitably, your hearts would laugh within you, your Spirits would rejoice, your faces would some way shine;
if you indeed Believe it, why Are you so heartless? Why envy you the poor Prosperity of the men of the world? Why do you not press After this mark and Prize? If you believed it suitably, your hearts would laugh within you, your Spirits would rejoice, your faces would Some Way shine;
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as ye may hope to drink of this cup of this new Wine with Christ in Heaven? Though ye should drink water all your days, this Wine will abundantly compense that;
as you may hope to drink of this cup of this new Wine with christ in Heaven? Though you should drink water all your days, this Wine will abundantly compense that;
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they shall sing for joy of heart, when the others shall mourn and howl for vexation of spirit: as it is Isaiah 65.13. O seek after clearness of interest in him, that ye may throughly Believe, Love, and long for this life.
they shall sing for joy of heart, when the Others shall mourn and howl for vexation of Spirit: as it is Isaiah 65.13. O seek After clearness of Interest in him, that you may thoroughly Believe, Love, and long for this life.
be ye comforted who believe in Christ, who Covenant honestly with him, and who hope in his mercy. For He and ye together shall have a compleatly full, immediat, uninterrupted and eternal Communion in Heaven, that shall new end.
be you comforted who believe in christ, who Covenant honestly with him, and who hope in his mercy. For He and you together shall have a completely full, immediate, uninterrupted and Eternal Communion in Heaven, that shall new end.
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and ye have the Sacrament besid• he hath left his word to hearten poor Believers und• all their inward and outward troubles, under their Sp•ritual maladies and bodily sicknesses and infirmities, a• to assure them for their comfort that there is a go•• life coming and be hath given the Sacrament as a pledg• of it:
and you have the Sacrament besid• he hath left his word to hearten poor Believers und• all their inward and outward Troubles, under their Sp•ritual maladies and bodily Sicknesses and infirmities, a• to assure them for their Comfort that there is a go•• life coming and be hath given the Sacrament as a pledg• of it:
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will ye then consider seriously, whether this wo•• belong to you, and if ye may with his allowance hea•ten your selves from it, that there is a day coming th• ye shall get Communion with Christ in Heaven:
will you then Consider seriously, whither this wo•• belong to you, and if you may with his allowance hea•ten your selves from it, that there is a day coming th• you shall get Communion with christ in Heaven:
Would ye know then, wh• have been honest Communicants to day, that may expect this Heavenly Communion? And me thinks, tha• every one of you, that hath any serious concern for yo• Souls, will be roused here,
Would you know then, wh• have been honest Communicants to day, that may expect this Heavenly Communion? And me thinks, tha• every one of you, that hath any serious concern for yo• Souls, will be roused Here,
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and mock with the Prophane, against the power of Godliness and the Godly, away with your Religion, it is not a continuing with Christ in his Temptations:
and mock with the Profane, against the power of Godliness and the Godly, away with your Religion, it is not a Continuing with christ in his Temptations:
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This ma•k puts you to work (and such marks are safest,) To him that over cometh, is a word often repeated, Rev. 2. and 3. and set always before the Promise of Glory and Communion with Christ in Heaven:
This ma•k puts you to work (and such marks Are Safest,) To him that over comes, is a word often repeated, Rev. 2. and 3. and Set always before the Promise of Glory and Communion with christ in Heaven:
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A Second Mark is, Ye that do indeed keep Communion with Christ here and war against your lusts, without any allowed peace, truce or cessation of Armes, till ye get them brought down, routed and ruined by an entire victory, shall partake of this Communion in Glory:
A Second Mark is, You that do indeed keep Communion with christ Here and war against your Lustiest, without any allowed peace, truce or cessation of Arms, till you get them brought down, routed and ruined by an entire victory, shall partake of this Communion in Glory:
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A Third Mark is, John 17.6.7.8. Where Christ is Praying for the Disciples that they may be admitted to this Communion, an• saith he, I gave them the words which thou gavest me and they have received them;
A Third Mark is, John 17.6.7.8. Where christ is Praying for the Disciples that they may be admitted to this Communion, an• Says he, I gave them the words which thou Gavest me and they have received them;
and to follow him in his temptations, when an hundred fold more then ye can lose is to be gotten by so doing? And therefore we declare to you from the word of the Lord,
and to follow him in his temptations, when an hundred fold more then you can loose is to be got by so doing? And Therefore we declare to you from the word of the Lord,
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So may I say, we are here now, but do we know how soon a temptation may assault and prevail? The Tempter is waiting on and hath, it is like, given in his Petition for a Permission to essay such and such a person, by some suitable Temptation, ere to morrow;
So may I say, we Are Here now, but do we know how soon a temptation may assault and prevail? The Tempter is waiting on and hath, it is like, given in his Petition for a Permission to essay such and such a person, by Some suitable Temptation, ere to morrow;
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and may there not some sad diversion, trouble or Confusion arise, to the offending of some and laying of them aside? Nay, some may be offended at these same Ordinances:
and may there not Some sad diversion, trouble or Confusion arise, to the offending of Some and laying of them aside? Nay, Some may be offended At these same Ordinances:
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which sayes, we should keep him well while we have him, and not stir him up till he please, as the Brides frequent desire and resolution is in the Song. Fourthly, It may look to death that is coming,
which Says, we should keep him well while we have him, and not stir him up till he please, as the Brides frequent desire and resolution is in the Song. Fourthly, It may look to death that is coming,
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And indeed, it is suitable, that ye were now bethinking your selves, what if we never get another? Ought we not then to feed well on this? If any thing have been amiss or wanting, Labour to get it made up:
And indeed, it is suitable, that you were now bethinking your selves, what if we never get Another? Ought we not then to feed well on this? If any thing have been amiss or wanting, Labour to get it made up:
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The Lord with his one foot on Earth and the other on the Sea, with an uplifted hand to Heaven, hath Sworn, that within a litle, time shal be no more.
The Lord with his one foot on Earth and the other on the Sea, with an uplifted hand to Heaven, hath Sworn, that within a little, time shall be no more.
In the Third place, The scope both of the advertisment and consolation is observable, when he was giving them the Cup and told them, that 'tis the Cup of the new Testament in his blood, He subjoins, but I say unto you, I will not drink henceforth, &c. This he doth, First, because he would send them away advertised and assured, that There is a father Ben (to speak so) a more inward room in Religion,
In the Third place, The scope both of the advertisement and consolation is observable, when he was giving them the Cup and told them, that it's the Cup of the new Testament in his blood, He subjoins, but I say unto you, I will not drink henceforth, etc. This he does, First, Because he would send them away advertised and assured, that There is a father Ben (to speak so) a more inward room in Religion,
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then the most lively and comfortable Ordinance here on earth doth afford: a higher & more intense spiritual Practice, then any outward part of Religion:
then the most lively and comfortable Ordinance Here on earth does afford: a higher & more intense spiritual Practice, then any outward part of Religion:
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He would have them to go away thinking with themselves, that all is not done that may be done, that all is not win at, which may be had, that they are not yet Holy enough nor happy enough.
He would have them to go away thinking with themselves, that all is not done that may be done, that all is not win At, which may be had, that they Are not yet Holy enough nor happy enough.
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A Second Reason is, Because he would have them parting and going from the Communion wi•h some thoughts of death, of their approaching change and passing out of time,
A Second Reason is, Because he would have them parting and going from the Communion wi•h Some thoughts of death, of their approaching change and passing out of time,
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and might be of more use and worth to us, then Twen•ie thanksgiving Sermons: Labour then to go from every Ordinance, as if ye were not to enjoy another.
and might be of more use and worth to us, then Twen•ie thanksgiving Sermons: Labour then to go from every Ordinance, as if you were not to enjoy Another.
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Believers, think and think often, that these rags will be rent off us, and we shall be set down on the Throne with Christ in that Rayment of needle work.
Believers, think and think often, that these rags will be rend off us, and we shall be Set down on the Throne with christ in that Raiment of needle work.
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It is a good token, whe• a person goes from a Cummunion, from Preaching and Prayer, more Divine and Heavenly, making every Ordinance the step of a stair (as it were) to ascend upward, having a high esteem of Heaven,
It is a good token, whe• a person Goes from a Communion, from Preaching and Prayer, more Divine and Heavenly, making every Ordinance the step of a stair (as it were) to ascend upward, having a high esteem of Heaven,
and till the• putting on and keeping on the whole armour of God making for one assault of temptation af•er another Heavenly in his whole walk, in his actions words and thoughts.
and till the• putting on and keeping on the Whole armour of God making for one assault of temptation af•er Another Heavenly in his Whole walk, in his actions words and thoughts.
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and Believers are described to be such as Love Christs appearing. A Fourth Reason May be, that our Lord would hearten & Comfort his Disciples and send them away refreshed;
and Believers Are described to be such as Love Christ appearing. A Fourth Reason May be, that our Lord would hearten & Comfort his Disciples and send them away refreshed;
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So then, First. our Lord Jesus Allows Believers to go from the Communion, and proportionally, from every Ordinance rightly come to, cheerfull and Comforted;
So then, First. our Lord jesus Allows Believers to go from the Communion, and proportionally, from every Ordinance rightly come to, cheerful and Comforted;
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when a Person goes away from it more Spiritually cheered and more Heavenly minded. Secondly, There is nothing that can be more heartsome, cheering and refreshing to the Believer,
when a Person Goes away from it more Spiritually cheered and more Heavenly minded. Secondly, There is nothing that can be more heartsome, cheering and refreshing to the Believer,
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'tis a heart some thing to go from the Table of the Lord with this sweet and Heavenly Meditation, Christ and I will meet again ere long at a table in Heaven.
it's a heart Some thing to go from the Table of the Lord with this sweet and Heavenly Meditation, christ and I will meet again ere long At a table in Heaven.
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Thirdly, The thoughts of Heaven and the hope thereof may well sustain a Believe, were there never so many BUTS and wants in their present condition here:
Thirdly, The thoughts of Heaven and the hope thereof may well sustain a Believe, were there never so many BUTS and Wants in their present condition Here:
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why do we not then comfort our selves in the thoughts of Heaven, since we profess to have a hope of being there? even because we are carnal and earthly:
why do we not then Comfort our selves in the thoughts of Heaven, since we profess to have a hope of being there? even Because we Are carnal and earthly:
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And we would yet again exhort and beseech you to study to be in case to go from the Communion and from every Sermon, having some serious thoughts of Heaven and longings for it;
And we would yet again exhort and beseech you to study to be in case to go from the Communion and from every Sermon, having Some serious thoughts of Heaven and longings for it;
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Go then, my dear friends, wi•h this well fixed resolution, that ye must needs, in Gods own way, have Heaven and be eternally happy in the Soul-satisfieing and ravishing enjoyment of that fullest and sweetest, never to be interrupted Communion, that will be there:
Go then, my dear Friends, wi•h this well fixed resolution, that you must needs, in God's own Way, have Heaven and be eternally happy in the Soul-satisfieing and ravishing enjoyment of that Fullest and Sweetest, never to be interrupted Communion, that will be there:
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