§. 107. Of Abrahams numerous Seed.
THis emphatical phrase, Multiplying, I will multiply, sets out the exceeding great multitude of Children, that proceeded from Abraham▪ even his innumerable posteritie: which is more expresly set down under these phrases, like the dust of the earth, (Gen. 13. 16.) Like the Stars in the heaven, and the Sand which is upon the Sea-shore, Gen. 22. 17.
I suppose that there cannot be another instance given of so numerous a post•…•…, as Abraham had according to the flesh. But Abraham was a root of the Church▪ and in that respect, was this extent of Gods promise especially verified.
This much commendeth the goodness of God, which is extended to so many;* 1.1 and from hence we may infer, that they are not a few that shall be saved. For 〈◊〉〈◊〉 Abraham's seed after the Spirit shall partake of Salvation. See more hereof Chap. 2. v. 10. §. 91. And Chap. 9. v. 28. §. 140.
We have just cause to take notice of this extent of the foresaid blessing. For we among others partake of the benefit thereof. That promise hath been extended to us of this land, and that in these our dayes. Let our care be to shew our selves true Children of Abraham.