Spiritual desertions discovered and remedied. Being the substance of divers sermons preached for the…

2. This tells us▪ that it is a dangerous thing for a Christian, to value himself only upon the comforts which he enjoys in Gods presence. It is the duty of Gods people, to get and keep a clear evidence of their good estate, according to, 2 Pet. 1.10. give all diligence to make your calling and election sure; and to be very solicitous on this account, is a good sign that we value the favour of God more than life: but it is great wisdom to get this so settled, as we may be able to make use of it at all times: and hence to have nothing to conclude it from but these comforts, is not safe. Consider,

2. This tells us▪ that it is a dangerous thing for a Christian, to value himself only upon the comforts which he enjoys in Gods presence. It is the duty of Gods people, to get and keep a clear evidence of their good estate, according to, 2 Pet. 1.10. give all diligence to make your calling and election sure; and to be very sollicitous on this account, is a good sign that we value the favour of God more than life: but it is great wisdom to get this so settled, as we may be able to make use of it at all times: and hence to have nothing to conclude it from but these comforts, is not safe. Consider,

1. It is true, it is a serene time with us, when we are so, and we cannot but be strengthened by the experience of it. A Child of God must needs be abundantly satisfied, when he finds himself in the arms and embraces of his Saviour, when Christ brings him into his Chambers, and spreads his banner of love over him; when he hath all the witness, seals, and earnests of the spirit afforded him: ⟨p. 83⟩hence that,