Lectures of I.B. vpon the xii. Articles of our Christian faith briefely set forth for the comfort of the godly, and the better instruction of the simple and ignorant. Also hereunto is annexed a briefe and cleare confession of the Christian faith, conteining an hundreth articles, according to the order of the Creede of the Apostles. Written by that learned [and] godly martyr I.H. sometime Bishop of Glocester in his life time.
BEfore we come to speake of the meaning of these wordes, it shall not be amisse to cōsider in a word or two, who made this Christian order and forme of our beliefe.
BEfore we come to speak of the meaning of these words, it shall not be amiss to Consider in a word or two, who made this Christian order and Form of our belief.
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The generall and common opinion receaued with the whole consent of the Church, is, that the xii. Apostles of our sauiour Iesus Christ, made this Creede, euery one an article, as a godly writer of our time, one Aretius in his booke of questions doeth shew.
The general and Common opinion received with the Whole consent of the Church, is, that the xii. Apostles of our Saviour Iesus christ, made this Creed, every one an article, as a godly writer of our time, one Aretius in his book of questions doth show.
the fourth and last parte is of the holy and Vniuersall Church of Christ, and of those things that are to be beleued concerning the same, which are contayned in the last three articles, which are annexed and ioyned vnto the Church,
the fourth and last part is of the holy and Universal Church of christ, and of those things that Are to be believed Concerning the same, which Are contained in the last three Articles, which Are annexed and joined unto the Church,
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& not another for me, doe beleeue, hope and trust in one almightie, eternall & euerliuing God, which is not only a God of might vnto me, to be able to do all thinges,
& not Another for me, do believe, hope and trust in one almighty, Eternal & everliving God, which is not only a God of might unto me, to be able to do all things,
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& to beleeue there is a God, & to beleeue in God, the deuils beleue the first & the second, that God is true of his word and promise, which is, to beleeue God,
& to believe there is a God, & to believe in God, the Devils believe the First & the second, that God is true of his word and promise, which is, to believe God,
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& they also beleeue there is one God and no moe, and tremble, as S. Iames the Apostle sayth, Chap. 2. 19. but they beleeue not the third, that is, in God, which is as much as to embrace & acknowledge him for our good God,
& they also believe there is one God and no more, and tremble, as S. James the Apostle say, Chap. 2. 19. but they believe not the third, that is, in God, which is as much as to embrace & acknowledge him for our good God,
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For they lacke a true iustifying faith, which is defined to be a sure trust in the mercies of God & his promises, made vnto vs in Iesus Christ his Sonne, (by whom he hath adopted vs) that he wil be mercifull vnto vs,
For they lack a true justifying faith, which is defined to be a sure trust in the Mercies of God & his promises, made unto us in Iesus christ his Son, (by whom he hath adopted us) that he will be merciful unto us,
Therefore Paul said to the iayler, asking howe he might be saued, when he had abused & cruelly handled the Apostles, Beleeue, saieth he, in the Lorde Iesus Christ, and thou shalt be saued.
Therefore Paul said to the jailer, asking how he might be saved, when he had abused & cruelly handled the Apostles, Believe, Saith he, in the Lord Iesus christ, and thou shalt be saved.
Surely he could not haue sayde, Beleeue in Christ, vnlesse he had bene very God: and marke howe he sayeth not, Beleeue Iesus Christ, but, Beleeue in the Lord Iesus,
Surely he could not have said, Believe in christ, unless he had be very God: and mark how he Saith not, Believe Iesus christ, but, Believe in the Lord Iesus,
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This that we must beleeue in God, is warranted by our sauiour Christ, saying to his disciples, Beleeue in God, let not your heartes be troubled, Iohn 14. So that this doctrine to beleeue in God & in no other, is a doctrine of comfort to al the godly,
This that we must believe in God, is warranted by our Saviour christ, saying to his Disciples, Believe in God, let not your hearts be troubled, John 14. So that this Doctrine to believe in God & in no other, is a Doctrine of Comfort to all the godly,
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and to settle their hearts that they be not troubled or caried away with vaine persuasions of men and of Angels, which Paul forbiddeth, Colos. 2. But here may a question be made,
and to settle their hearts that they be not troubled or carried away with vain persuasions of men and of Angels, which Paul forbiddeth, Colos 2. But Here may a question be made,
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And this notably confoundeth & reproueth that fond and false opinion of the papistes, which say that it is inough to beleeue generally as the church beleeueth, not knowing how or what to beleeue.
And this notably confoundeth & Reproveth that found and false opinion of the Papists, which say that it is enough to believe generally as the Church Believeth, not knowing how or what to believe.
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but that faith which doth saue vs, is within vs in our hearts, & not without vs in other men, meaning neuerthelesse, that faith commeth from God aboue,
but that faith which does save us, is within us in our hearts, & not without us in other men, meaning nevertheless, that faith comes from God above,
and not of vs. As Iames chap. 1. And this doth teach vs to apply the mercies of God vnto our selues, saying, I beleeue as well as other men, yt God wil help me, & be my father.
and not of us As James chap. 1. And this does teach us to apply the Mercies of God unto our selves, saying, I believe as well as other men, that God will help me, & be my father.
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not in such a one as the Paynims did, that could not help them, as Iupiter, Apollo, Diana and such like, which did appoint a multitude of them to gouerne and guyde the worlde,
not in such a one as the Pagans did, that could not help them, as Iupiter, Apollo, Diana and such like, which did appoint a multitude of them to govern and guide the world,
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and derideth them & their worshippers, Psal. 115. Saying, they haue mouthes and speake not, eares and heare not, eyes & see not, noses and smell not, hands and handle not, feete and walke not,
and derideth them & their worshippers, Psalm 115. Saying, they have mouths and speak not, ears and hear not, eyes & see not, noses and smell not, hands and handle not, feet and walk not,
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This doth Dauid meane, when hee doeth speake of his great God, and setteth him against al other false gods of the idolaters, saying, as for our God, he is in heauē.
This does David mean, when he doth speak of his great God, and sets him against all other false God's of the Idolaters, saying, as for our God, he is in heaven.
so it is a terror to the wicked to consider that they haue to doe with such a God as is omnipotent, able to beate them to peeces and powder, when they resist him.
so it is a terror to the wicked to Consider that they have to do with such a God as is omnipotent, able to beat them to Pieces and powder, when they resist him.
Thus we see that both must goe together, Gods iustice, and Gods mercie, as Dauid said, Thy rod & thy staffe, they cōfort me, Psal. 23. Wee call him father, not in respect of our creation,
Thus we see that both must go together, God's Justice, and God's mercy, as David said, Thy rod & thy staff, they Comfort me, Psalm 23. we call him father, not in respect of our creation,
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Then in that we are his children adopted in Christ our elder brother, which hath made vs all sonnes and children to his heauenly father, by his death and passion, by his obedience, by his fulfilling of the lawe,
Then in that we Are his children adopted in christ our elder brother, which hath made us all Sons and children to his heavenly father, by his death and passion, by his Obedience, by his fulfilling of the law,
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and by his satisfaction for our sinnes, as Iohn saith, Chap. 3. Behold what loue the father hath shewed vnto vs, that we should bee called the sōnes of God.
and by his satisfaction for our Sins, as John Says, Chap. 3. Behold what love the father hath showed unto us, that we should be called the Sons of God.
This is a marueilous comfort, yt the God of the whole earth, the Lord of lords, is a louing father vnto vs. And this is in Christ Iesus, that wee haue this dignity & prerogatiue aboue others, not in our selues,
This is a marvelous Comfort, that the God of the Whole earth, the Lord of Lords, is a loving father unto us And this is in christ Iesus, that we have this dignity & prerogative above Others, not in our selves,
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but disposeth al things by his iust & wise prouidēce, howsoeuer they fal out: nothing cōmeth to passe wtout his wil and coūsel, no not the flight of Sparrowes.
but Disposeth all things by his just & wise providence, howsoever they fall out: nothing comes to pass without his will and counsel, no not the flight of Sparrows.
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therefore it is said, yt Christ doth susteine all things by the worde of his might, Hebr. 1. And here our faith hath a double cōfort, by ye prouidence & omnipotēcie of God.
Therefore it is said, that christ does sustain all things by the word of his might, Hebrew 1. And Here our faith hath a double Comfort, by the providence & omnipotency of God.
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and shall haue an ending, as Moses proueth the one, & Peter ye other, 2. Epist. 3. Chap. Now by making of heauē and earth, we vnderstand al things conteined in heauen & earth, as the sea.
and shall have an ending, as Moses Proves the one, & Peter the other, 2. Epistle 3. Chap. Now by making of heaven and earth, we understand all things contained in heaven & earth, as the sea.
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and so became a deuill and wicked spirit by his owne corruption and will, as Peter proueth. 2. Epistle 2. Chap. Nowe if the deuill made some things, thē God made not al:
and so became a Devil and wicked Spirit by his own corruption and will, as Peter Proves. 2. Epistle 2. Chap. Now if the Devil made Some things, them God made not all:
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For therefore dyd he sturre vp Pharao King of Egypt, because he woulde shewe his glory vpon him, Rom. 9. Seeing then God hath made heauen, he hath made also all the ornaments of heauen:
For Therefore did he stir up Pharaoh King of Egypt, Because he would show his glory upon him, Rom. 9. Seeing then God hath made heaven, he hath made also all the Ornament of heaven:
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As concerning the Angels, it is sufficient for vs to know, that they were all made of the Lorde for his wil and pleasure, to be his ministring Spirites, to execute his commandementes and iudgements against the wicked,
As Concerning the Angels, it is sufficient for us to know, that they were all made of the Lord for his will and pleasure, to be his ministering Spirits, to execute his Commandments and Judgments against the wicked,
Seeing all other vaine questions are condemned of the Apostle Saint Paul, Titus 3. The like is to be vnderstoode in making of the earth, to comprehende all things in the earth, whatsoeuer I doe see, heare, and vnderstande.
Seeing all other vain questions Are condemned of the Apostle Saint Paul, Titus 3. The like is to be understood in making of the earth, to comprehend all things in the earth, whatsoever I do see, hear, and understand.
By the creation of these thinges celestiall, and terrestiall, I doe consider with my selfe these foure most excellent and diuine vertues in God, which comprehende all the rest in them,
By the creation of these things celestial, and terrestrial, I do Consider with my self these foure most excellent and divine Virtues in God, which comprehend all the rest in them,
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First by the great and wonderfull creation of the vniuersall worlde, I learne to come to the consideration of his vnspeakeable power and greatnesse, that he was able without and payne or labour at all,
First by the great and wonderful creation of the universal world, I Learn to come to the consideration of his unspeakable power and greatness, that he was able without and pain or labour At all,
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and placing so seemely all thinges in their place and degree, as it is most wonderfull to beholde, with such beautie and proportion in euery creature, that vnlesse we be too too blockishe, we must crye out with Dauid and say,
and placing so seemly all things in their place and degree, as it is most wonderful to behold, with such beauty and proportion in every creature, that unless we be too too blockish, we must cry out with David and say,
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For this wisedome by whome all thinges were made, is the Sonne of GOD Iesus Christ, the wisedome of his Father, Iohn 1. Hebr. 1. And here we learne of this wisedome, which he hath vsed and shewed in the creation, a good lesson for our comfort, that as the Lorde is almightie,
For this Wisdom by whom all things were made, is the Son of GOD Iesus christ, the Wisdom of his Father, John 1. Hebrew 1. And Here we Learn of this Wisdom, which he hath used and showed in the creation, a good Lesson for our Comfort, that as the Lord is almighty,
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so that Moses prayed to the Lorde most earnestly to deliuer them, for he him selfe sawe no meanes howe to doe it, being on euery side on the ryght hande and on the left, compassed in with the hie hilles,
so that Moses prayed to the Lord most earnestly to deliver them, for he him self saw no means how to do it, being on every side on the right hand and on the left, compassed in with the high hills,
These thinges we must meditate vpon dayly and thinke, otherwise we are no better then bruite beastes, which see them onely and beholde them, but consider nothing in them.
These things we must meditate upon daily and think, otherwise we Are no better then bruit beasts, which see them only and behold them, but Consider nothing in them.
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and doeth dayly preserue by his prouidence euerye one of them, so that hee hath not made them for him selfe, I meane, that hee needed not any of them, being all sufficient in him selfe, most happie and blessed, which is meant by his name Shaddai, which signifieth that hee is sufficient of his owne nature.
and doth daily preserve by his providence every one of them, so that he hath not made them for him self, I mean, that he needed not any of them, being all sufficient in him self, most happy and blessed, which is meant by his name Shaddai, which signifies that he is sufficient of his own nature.
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So that a true Christian man may say that his heauenly Father hath made all thinges for his vse and benefite, heauen one daye to receiue him, the earth to maynteyne him, all creatures to serue him, the Sunne, Moone & Starres to lyght him, liuing creatures to feede him and to recreate him, the angels to keepe and to preserue him in his wayes, by his Fatherly appoyntment.
So that a true Christian man may say that his heavenly Father hath made all things for his use and benefit, heaven one day to receive him, the earth to maintain him, all creatures to serve him, the Sun, Moon & Stars to Light him, living creatures to feed him and to recreate him, the Angels to keep and to preserve him in his ways, by his Fatherly appointment.
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Here we learne our duetie to be thankful to God for them, in the name of Iesus Christ his Sonne, to vse these benefits to his honour and glorie, to the profit and commodity of his Church,
Here we Learn our duty to be thankful to God for them, in the name of Iesus christ his Son, to use these benefits to his honour and glory, to the profit and commodity of his Church,
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otherwise they woulde vanishe away and come to nothing, as Dauid sayeth, If thou take away thy breath from them, That is, his power from his creatures, they dye. So that here we see Gods prouidence ouer vs, and all things.
otherwise they would vanish away and come to nothing, as David Saith, If thou take away thy breath from them, That is, his power from his creatures, they die. So that Here we see God's providence over us, and all things.
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For he woorketh dayly by preseruing and keeping his creatures in their estate, as Christ saith, My Father hitherto woorketh, and I woorke, by maynteyning things created.
For he worketh daily by preserving and keeping his creatures in their estate, as christ Says, My Father hitherto worketh, and I work, by maintaining things created.
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The Iudge of the worlde doeth according to iustice, as Abraham sayde of him, when he was about to destroy Sodoma, Gen. 18. I delite, sayth the Lorde, in iustice, mercy,
The Judge of the world doth according to Justice, as Abraham said of him, when he was about to destroy Sodom, Gen. 18. I delight, say the Lord, in Justice, mercy,
so that his iustice and mercie goeth alwaies together, as Dauid saith, I will sing of mercie and iudgement, Psal. 101. representing the person of Christ, which should be in his kingdom, as wel iust as mercifull:
so that his Justice and mercy Goes always together, as David Says, I will sing of mercy and judgement, Psalm 101. representing the person of christ, which should be in his Kingdom, as well just as merciful:
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Looke vpon Sodome, how the Lord shewed there his extreme and seuere Iustice vpō those miscreants, to consume them with fire and brimstone from heauen most terribly, Gen. 19. and as Peter sayeth, Made them an example for all ages and posterities to come, of his iustice against sinne and vncleannes, 2. Pet. 2. But yet then hee deliuered iust Lot out of tentation and trouble.
Look upon Sodom, how the Lord showed there his extreme and severe justice upon those miscreants, to consume them with fire and brimstone from heaven most terribly, Gen. 19. and as Peter Saith, Made them an Exampl for all ages and Posterities to come, of his Justice against sin and uncleanness, 2. Pet. 2. But yet then he Delivered just Lot out of tentation and trouble.
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yea but a litle, blessed are al they that put their trust in him, Psalme 2. For our God in his wrath and iustice is a consuming fire, as Hebr. 12. And it is an horrible thing, to fall into his handes.
yea but a little, blessed Are all they that put their trust in him, Psalm 2. For our God in his wrath and Justice is a consuming fire, as Hebrew 12. And it is an horrible thing, to fallen into his hands.
and the sea is dried vp, and the hard rockes cleaue asunder? O that we had this consideration of his iustice before our eyes continually, it would keepe vs from all sinne and vngodlines:
and the sea is dried up, and the hard Rocks cleave asunder? O that we had this consideration of his Justice before our eyes continually, it would keep us from all sin and ungodliness:
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and what commodity commeth vnto vs of the creation of all thinges by God, howe we gather and consider of his infinite greatnesse, by his wonderfull woorkes:
and what commodity comes unto us of the creation of all things by God, how we gather and Consider of his infinite greatness, by his wonderful works:
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By this creation the heathen men are without excuse, and haue knowen him generally, as Paul sayeth, Romanes the first chap. That which may be knowen of God, is manifest in them,
By this creation the heathen men Are without excuse, and have known him generally, as Paul Saith, Romans the First chap. That which may be known of God, is manifest in them,
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For the inuisible things of him, that is, his eternall power and Godhead, are seene by the creation of the worlde, being considered in his workes, to the intent, that they should be without excuse,
For the invisible things of him, that is, his Eternal power and Godhead, Are seen by the creation of the world, being considered in his works, to the intent, that they should be without excuse,
because that when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neyther were thankefull, but became vayne in their imaginations, & their foolish heart was full of darknesse:
Because that when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful, but became vain in their Imaginations, & their foolish heart was full of darkness:
Let vs desire of him to giue vs grace to behold this his wonderful and diuine worke of his creation, wherin hee hath shewed his wisedome, power, mercy,
Let us desire of him to give us grace to behold this his wondered and divine work of his creation, wherein he hath showed his Wisdom, power, mercy,
and set forth his honour and glory in these thinges, with thankes giuing for all his benefites, seeing they appertayne vnto vs, our bodyes and soules, which are fed and nourished by them.
and Set forth his honour and glory in these things, with thanks giving for all his benefits, seeing they appertain unto us, our bodies and Souls, which Are fed and nourished by them.
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now followeth consequently what we haue to beleeue of God the sonne, Iesus Christ, as concerning his incarnation and all the benefites of his death and passion, which is the second part of the creede, as we deuided it.
now follows consequently what we have to believe of God the son, Iesus christ, as Concerning his incarnation and all the benefits of his death and passion, which is the second part of the creed, as we divided it.
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And yt we may beleue in him, this is warrāted vnto vs by his owne commandement, saying in the 19. of Iohns gospel to his disciples, Let not your heart be troubled, beleeue ye in God, beleeue also in me.
And that we may believe in him, this is warranted unto us by his own Commandment, saying in the 19. of Iohns gospel to his Disciples, Let not your heart be troubled, believe you in God, believe also in me.
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first of all, he is here called Iesus, which is an Ebrew word, & soūdeth in English as much as Sauiour, which name the Angell gaue vnto him (by Gods appoyntment) before he was conceaued in the wombe of the virgin Mary his mother.
First of all, he is Here called Iesus, which is an Hebrew word, & soundeth in English as much as Saviour, which name the Angel gave unto him (by God's appointment) before he was conceived in the womb of the Virgae Marry his mother.
but to saue, and to giue his life a redemption for many, Luk. 19. By this we learne, that there is no other Sauiour appoynted for mā, either in heauē, or earth, but only Iesus:
but to save, and to give his life a redemption for many, Luk. 19. By this we Learn, that there is no other Saviour appointed for man, either in heaven, or earth, but only Iesus:
and the chiefe in the corner, neither is there any saluation in any other, Act. 4. We haue then to seek our saluation not in Angels, not in saints, not in men or in our selues:
and the chief in the corner, neither is there any salvation in any other, Act. 4. We have then to seek our salvation not in Angels, not in Saints, not in men or in our selves:
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the next is, that hee is called Christ, which is a Greeke word, and signifieth in English, Anoynted, which doth more plainly & effectually declare his office & function giuen him of the father for vs. For he was anoynted for three especiall purposes:
the next is, that he is called christ, which is a Greek word, and signifies in English, Anointed, which does more plainly & effectually declare his office & function given him of the father for us For he was anointed for three especial Purposes:
And first we see, yt Christ toke vpon him the office of a Prophet, to teach ye people his fathers wil, not thrusting in him selfe as the false prophetes did, whom the Lord sent not at al,
And First we see, that christ took upon him the office of a Prophet, to teach you people his Father's will, not thrusting in him self as the false Prophets did, whom the Lord sent not At all,
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but being thereto lawefully called & authorised by his father from heauen, saying, Heare him, that is, to be our doctour and teacher, our Prophete and Scholemaster.
but being thereto lawfully called & authorised by his father from heaven, saying, Hear him, that is, to be our Doctor and teacher, our Prophet and Schoolmaster.
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as ye Euangelists doe sufficiently all of them record in their gospels, neither did he teach thē ye wil of his father publikely in ye synagogues only,
as you Evangelists do sufficiently all of them record in their gospels, neither did he teach them you will of his father publicly in you Synagogues only,
but to doe as he hath done before vs. If then Christ be our Prophet (as Moses sayth of him, A Prophet shall the Lord your God rayse vp vnto you of your brethren, like vnto me:
but to do as he hath done before us If then christ be our Prophet (as Moses say of him, A Prophet shall the Lord your God raise up unto you of your brothers, like unto me:
the only begotten son of God, which is in the bosome of his father, he hath reuealed him vnto vs. Againe, we vnderstand that al men by nature are ignorant of the will of God,
the only begotten son of God, which is in the bosom of his father, he hath revealed him unto us Again, we understand that all men by nature Are ignorant of the will of God,
and that the spirit of the Lord should rest vpon him, the spirit of wisedome & vnderstanding, the spirit of Counsel and strength, the spirit of knowledge and of the feare of the Lord, Isa. 11. This is a great comfort to vs, to haue such a teacher and Prophet giuen to vs,
and that the Spirit of the Lord should rest upon him, the Spirit of Wisdom & understanding, the Spirit of Counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and of the Fear of the Lord, Isaiah 11. This is a great Comfort to us, to have such a teacher and Prophet given to us,
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Nowe we see how faithfully Christ hath fulfilled this office of preaching, as Marke sayth of him, 1. Chap. Let vs goe into the next Townes, that I may preache there also,
Now we see how faithfully christ hath fulfilled this office of preaching, as Mark say of him, 1. Chap. Let us go into the next Towns, that I may preach there also,
This hath Christ fulfilled by his death & passion, which was so effectual & meritorious to take away sinnes, yt the father saith of him, Thou art a Priest for euer, after the order of Melchiesedech.
This hath christ fulfilled by his death & passion, which was so effectual & meritorious to take away Sins, that the father Says of him, Thou art a Priest for ever, After the order of Melchiesedech.
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Of this sacrifice speaketh abundantly the Epistle to the Hebremes, but especially in the 9. Chap. saying, That Christ was once offered to take away the sinnes of many,
Of this sacrifice speaks abundantly the Epistle to the Hebremes, but especially in the 9. Chap. saying, That christ was once offered to take away the Sins of many,
And againe, that the blood of Christ, which through ye eternal spirit offered himselfe without fault to God, shall purge our consciences from dead workes to serue the liuing God,
And again, that the blood of christ, which through you Eternal Spirit offered himself without fault to God, shall purge our Consciences from dead works to serve the living God,
so that nowe he is become our mediatour betweene God & vs, & doeth appeare in the sight of God for vs. This is a great comfort for vs. But we see in this sacrifice the vilenesse & greatnesse of sinne,
so that now he is become our Mediator between God & us, & doth appear in the sighed of God for us This is a great Comfort for us But we see in this sacrifice the vileness & greatness of sin,
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but the onely body & blood of Christ, this hie priest, most pure and immaculate. This doth teach vs to abhorre sinne, seeing Christ payed so dearely for it.
but the only body & blood of christ, this high priest, most pure and immaculate. This does teach us to abhor sin, seeing christ paid so dearly for it.
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Nothing could pacifie Gods wrath conceiued against our sinnes, but only his deare sonne, for in him he was wel pleased, Matth. 3. So that nowe wee which were sometime farre off & strangers from the cōmon wealth of Israel, are made neere by ye blod of Christ, to offer our selues to him & al ours, our prayers, our thanks,
Nothing could pacify God's wrath conceived against our Sins, but only his deer son, for in him he was well pleased, Matthew 3. So that now we which were sometime Far off & Strangers from the Common wealth of Israel, Are made near by you blood of christ, to offer our selves to him & all ours, our Prayers, our thanks,
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So then he is a king, as Zachary also sayth, Behold, thy king cōmeth vnto thee, meeke, O daughter Ierusalem, Chap. 9. This kingdom, he last of al tooke vpon him,
So then he is a King, as Zachary also say, Behold, thy King comes unto thee, meek, Oh daughter Ierusalem, Chap. 9. This Kingdom, he last of all took upon him,
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What they haue don against it, we see, but they could neuer preuaile: for this is a comfortable saying, The gates of hell shall not preuaile against it.
What they have dONE against it, we see, but they could never prevail: for this is a comfortable saying, The gates of hell shall not prevail against it.
as Iohn saith, As many as beleeue in Christ, he gaue thē power to be ye sōnes of God? To this we answere, that Christ is the only sonne of God by nature & substance:
as John Says, As many as believe in christ, he gave them power to be you Sons of God? To this we answer, that christ is the only son of God by nature & substance:
For as when a man hath no childrē, he maketh some by adoption and fauor, whō he loueth, to enioy his lands and inheritāce, •ounting them as his owne:
For as when a man hath no children, he makes Some by adoption and favour, whom he loves, to enjoy his Lands and inheritance, •ounting them as his own:
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For this then, that we are sonnes to so high & great a God, a Lord and king, ought we not to be very thankeful? ought we not by all meanes to set forth his honor & glory more then our own? Surely we should do so:
For this then, that we Are Sons to so high & great a God, a Lord and King, ought we not to be very thankful? ought we not by all means to Set forth his honour & glory more then our own? Surely we should do so:
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for how would I loue that king here in ye earth, or that Queene, or that noble mā that should make me a poore begger borne, his louing sonne by adoption!
for how would I love that King Here in you earth, or that Queen, or that noble man that should make me a poor beggar born, his loving son by adoption!
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And this is yt that the Apostle speaketh of, that therefore Christ died and rose agayne, that he might be lord of al, both dead & quicke, Rom. 14 and againe, Ye are not your own:
And this is that that the Apostle speaks of, that Therefore christ died and rose again, that he might be lord of all, both dead & quick, Rom. 14 and again, You Are not your own:
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for ye are bought with a price, 1. Cor. 6. And therefore is he made lord and king of his father ouer all the world, that al should worship and honour the sonne,
for you Are bought with a price, 1. Cor. 6. And Therefore is he made lord and King of his father over all the world, that all should worship and honour the son,
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He is called also our Lord, because we should conceaue comfort by it in trouble, that he will be a most gratious lord vnto vs also, as wel as vnto others:
He is called also our Lord, Because we should conceive Comfort by it in trouble, that he will be a most gracious lord unto us also, as well as unto Others:
for if he had bin conceiued by man, he had not bene voyde of sinne, as Ioh chap. 3. ver. 6. Iob. 6. chap. 25. verse. 5, 6. and so shoulde he haue bene vnfit to deliuer vs from sinne.
for if he had been conceived by man, he had not be void of sin, as John chap. 3. ver. 6. Job 6. chap. 25. verse. 5, 6. and so should he have be unfit to deliver us from sin.
1. And, that God sēt his sōne into the world, made of a woman, Gal. 4. The maner of this conception is described liuely vnto vs by S. Luk. Cha. 1. For after yt the Angel had told Marie, that she should conceiue in her wōbe,
1. And, that God sent his son into the world, made of a woman, Gal. 4. The manner of this conception is described lively unto us by S. Luk. Cha. 1. For After that the Angel had told Marie, that she should conceive in her womb,
& that the ordinary generatiō of mā was vncleane, therfore it was necessary that Christ that should redeeme others from sinne, should not be subiect to it himself,
& that the ordinary generation of man was unclean, Therefore it was necessary that christ that should Redeem Others from sin, should not be Subject to it himself,
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but bee borne by an extraordinarie meane, to cleanse vs frō all our sinnes, both original & actual, which he was voyde of by reasō of this cōceptiō:
but be born by an extraordinary mean, to cleanse us from all our Sins, both original & actual, which he was void of by reason of this conception:
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as Paul also cōplaineth of himselfe, Rō. 7. O wretched mā that I am, who shal deliuer me frō the bodie of this death? and then cōmeth vnto Christ,
as Paul also Complaineth of himself, Ron. 7. O wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from the body of this death? and then comes unto christ,
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In that that Christ was conceiued, we also vnderstand ye verity of Gods promises made vnto vs in ye prophtes, which had lōg before prophecied of it:
In that that christ was conceived, we also understand you verity of God's promises made unto us in the prophtes, which had long before prophesied of it:
euen as they were led & moued by ye holy ghost, 2. Pet. 1. So ye whatsoeuer God ether speaketh or promiseth to ye good & godly to their comfort, it shal come to passe:
even as they were led & moved by you holy ghost, 2. Pet. 1. So you whatsoever God either speaks or promises to you good & godly to their Comfort, it shall come to pass:
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whē Achaz was king, Esa. 7. Likewise on ye contrary part, whatsoeuer the Lord of hosts threatneth to the wicked & destroyers of his Church, shal also in due time be fulfilled and accōplished to ye vttermost,
when Ahaz was King, Isaiah 7. Likewise on you contrary part, whatsoever the Lord of hosts threatens to the wicked & destroyers of his Church, shall also in due time be fulfilled and accomplished to you uttermost,
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When we say that Christ was conceiued in the wombe of the virgin Marie his mother, by the operation and worke of ye holy ghost, we meane that to bee spoken according to his humanitie only,
When we say that christ was conceived in the womb of the Virgae marry his mother, by the operation and work of you holy ghost, we mean that to be spoken according to his humanity only,
Thus haue ye heard the meaning & the good lessons that may be gathered out of this 2. article of our christiā faith, y• cōception most pure & most cleane of our sauior Iesus Christ.
Thus have you herd the meaning & the good Lessons that may be gathered out of this 2. article of our christian faith, y• conception most pure & most clean of our Saviour Iesus christ.
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Nowe let vs giue most hūble and heartie thankes as we are bound, to this Iesus Christ, y• being so hie, he woulde vouchsafe to descende so lowe for vs poore wretches,
Now let us give most humble and hearty thanks as we Are bound, to this Iesus christ, y• being so high, he would vouchsafe to descend so low for us poor wretches,
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and let vs also pray vnto his Maiestie, yt seeing his conceptiō is pure & vnspotted, he would also make ours so to be, with the free imputatiō of his conception & all other benefites of his death and passion,
and let us also pray unto his Majesty, that seeing his conception is pure & unspotted, he would also make ours so to be, with the free imputation of his conception & all other benefits of his death and passion,
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& that he would kill sinne in vs more and more daily, by his spirit of sanctification, that we may liue here in righteousnes and holines before him without feare, al the daies of our life,
& that he would kill sin in us more and more daily, by his Spirit of sanctification, that we may live Here in righteousness and holiness before him without Fear, all the days of our life,
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so that the meaning of this article in moe wordes is this, I that am a Christian man or woman, doe beleeue also, that as Iesus Christ was conceyued by the holy Ghost,
so that the meaning of this article in more words is this, I that am a Christian man or woman, do believe also, that as Iesus christ was conceived by the holy Ghost,
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The like thing doeth Ieremie also declare vnto vs in his prophesie, of this wonderful natiuitie of our Sauiour Iesus, saying in his Chap. 23. Behold, the daies come, saith the Lord, that I will raise vp vnto Dauid a righteous branch,
The like thing doth Ieremie also declare unto us in his prophesy, of this wondered Nativity of our Saviour Iesus, saying in his Chap. 23. Behold, the days come, Says the Lord, that I will raise up unto David a righteous branch,
so yt Christ was borne of her being a virgin, & Ioseph was spoused to her in this respect, that he should be an aide and comfort for her in her trouble and paine, in her flight into Egypt, & in her great pouertie:
so that christ was born of her being a Virgae, & Ioseph was spoused to her in this respect, that he should be an aid and Comfort for her in her trouble and pain, in her flight into Egypt, & in her great poverty:
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S. Luke doth declare ye order of it very liuely, & saith, yt whē Ioseph & Mary were at Bethlehem, the dayes were accomplished that shee shoulde be deliuered,
S. Lycia does declare you order of it very lively, & Says, that when Ioseph & Mary were At Bethlehem, the days were accomplished that she should be Delivered,
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So that in this is fulfilled that notable saying if S. Paul the Apostle. 2. Corinth. 8. Chap. 9. saying, Ye know the grace of our Lord Iesus Christ, y• he beīg rich,
So that in this is fulfilled that notable saying if S. Paul the Apostle. 2. Corinth. 8. Chap. 9. saying, You know the grace of our Lord Iesus christ, y• he being rich,
for yt space of 2. or 3. and thirty yeres, insomuch that when he was borne, he stedde into Egypt frō Herod yt sought to kil him, no doubt with trouble & paine.
for that Molle of 2. or 3. and thirty Years, insomuch that when he was born, he stedde into Egypt from Herod that sought to kill him, no doubt with trouble & pain.
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& Ioanna yt wife of Chuza Herods stewarde, & Susanna, & many other which ministred vnto him of their substance, Luk. 8. 3. so yt he himselfe doth pronounce to one that would folow him for gaine & estimatiō in this life, yt the sonne of mā, meaning him self, hath not where to lay or hide his hed,
& Joanna that wife of Chuza Herods steward, & Susanna, & many other which ministered unto him of their substance, Luk. 8. 3. so that he himself does pronounce to one that would follow him for gain & estimation in this life, that the son of man, meaning him self, hath not where to lay or hide his head,
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but is in worse case thē ye foxes which haue holes, or ye birds of ye aire which haue their nests, Mat. 8. By this we learne to take pouerty patiently, which the Lorde himselfe hath sanctified in his owne body, neither to thinke it accursed.
but is in Worse case them the foxes which have holes, or you Birds of the air which have their nests, Mathew 8. By this we Learn to take poverty patiently, which the Lord himself hath sanctified in his own body, neither to think it accursed.
for so was it long before prophecyed of by the Prophet Micheas. Chap. 5. saying, And thou Bethlehem Ephrathah, art little to be among the thousands of Iuda,
for so was it long before prophesied of by the Prophet Micheas. Chap. 5. saying, And thou Bethlehem Ephrathah, art little to be among the thousands of Iuda,
his humanitie, in that hee sayth, hee came out of Bethlehem: and his diuinitie, in that his going foorth was from euerlasting. The place then was Bethlehem:
his humanity, in that he say, he Come out of Bethlehem: and his divinity, in that his going forth was from everlasting. The place then was Bethlehem:
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And this was done no doubt to confound the wisedome of the wise and mightie, which woulde haue thought rather that Christ should haue bene borne at Ierusalem,
And this was done no doubt to confound the Wisdom of the wise and mighty, which would have Thought rather that christ should have be born At Ierusalem,
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and things that are despised hath God chosen, to bring to naught the thinges that are, that no fleshe shoulde reioyce in his presence. 1. Corinthians 1. Verses 27. 28, 29. Let no man therefore be grieued or ashamed,
and things that Are despised hath God chosen, to bring to nought the things that Are, that no Flesh should rejoice in his presence. 1. Corinthians 1. Verses 27. 28, 29. Let no man Therefore be grieved or ashamed,
Christ beeing borne in the tyme of king Herode, a wicked king, and a Tyrant, doeth shewe himselfe most fauourable to the Iewes his people, being in great bondage and miserye.
christ being born in the time of King Herod, a wicked King, and a Tyrant, doth show himself most favourable to the Iewes his people, being in great bondage and misery.
as sayeth the Prophet Dauid, Psalme. 103. Christ then visited the Iewes, when all thinges were turned vpside downe, his seruice was defaced by the traditions of men,
as Saith the Prophet David, Psalm. 103. christ then visited the Iewes, when all things were turned upside down, his service was defaced by the traditions of men,
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Surely good cause wee haue to remember the Lorde in our beddes, that giueth vs in the middest of our enemies, such quietnes and rest from all perils and dangers.
Surely good cause we have to Remember the Lord in our Beds, that gives us in the midst of our enemies, such quietness and rest from all perils and dangers.
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The thing that followed immediately vpon this birth of our sauiour, was the comming of certayne wise and famous men from the East to worshippe him, being ledde with an extraordinary starre thereunto.
The thing that followed immediately upon this birth of our Saviour, was the coming of certain wise and famous men from the East to worship him, being led with an extraordinary star thereunto.
And herein no doubt they being Gentiles, and the first fruites of them, that came to our Sauiour, doe signifye that the Gentiles also aswel as the Iewes, shoulde be called to be the people of God, that there might be one folde and one shephearde,
And herein no doubt they being Gentiles, and the First fruits of them, that Come to our Saviour, do signify that the Gentiles also aswell as the Iewes, should be called to be the people of God, that there might be one fold and one shepherd,
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for when wee should yeeld God prayse and thankes, wee giue him none, and when he is most ready to doe vs good, either wee consider not of it, or else vnthankfully refuse it, as the swinishe Gergesites did.
for when we should yield God praise and thanks, we give him none, and when he is most ready to do us good, either we Consider not of it, or Else unthankfully refuse it, as the swinish Gergesites did.
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as much as euer hee did to the Iewes? and yet I say wee are troubled still in our mindes and soules, with ye cares of this world, which do choke the seede of his holy word.
as much as ever he did to the Iewes? and yet I say we Are troubled still in our minds and Souls, with the Cares of this world, which do choke the seed of his holy word.
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The third thing yt I saide was to be considered in the birth of our sauiour Iesus Christ, is the profite and comfort yt we may take & apply to our selues, our soules and bodyes by it,
The third thing that I said was to be considered in the birth of our Saviour Iesus christ, is the profit and Comfort that we may take & apply to our selves, our Souls and bodies by it,
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and by all meanes woorthy to bee receyued, that Iesus Christ came into this worlde to saue sinners, 1. Timothie 1. 15. Then we perceiue this, that Christ was borne to redeeme vs. If he had not bene borne, wee could not haue byn redeemed by him from the power of hell, and of Satan.
and by all means worthy to be received, that Iesus christ Come into this world to save Sinners, 1. Timothy 1. 15. Then we perceive this, that christ was born to Redeem us If he had not be born, we could not have been redeemed by him from the power of hell, and of Satan.
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For we vnderstande now plainly & clerely by the word of the Lorde, that the seede of the woman hath broken ye serpents head, Gen. 3. that there is a Lion and a Lambe in diuers respectes,
For we understand now plainly & clearly by the word of the Lord, that the seed of the woman hath broken you Serpents head, Gen. 3. that there is a lion and a Lamb in diverse respects,
neither in heauen nor in earth, nor vnder the earth, Reuel. 5. that there is a childe, as Esaie sayth, giuen vnto vs, vpon whose shoulders the gouernmēt of heauen and earth is laide, and doth cōsist.
neither in heaven nor in earth, nor under the earth, Revel. 5. that there is a child, as Isaiah say, given unto us, upon whose shoulders the government of heaven and earth is laid, and does consist.
We may saye therefore, that a man is borne of the virgin Marie, the true and naturall sonne of Adam, of Abraham, of Dauid, which was promised in the lawe and Prophets, such a man I say, that hath conquered hell and death,
We may say Therefore, that a man is born of the Virgae Marry, the true and natural son of Adam, of Abraham, of David, which was promised in the law and prophets, such a man I say, that hath conquered hell and death,
For we are bones of his bones, and flesh of his flesh, as Paul telleth vs plainly, Ephes. 5. If this be so, then wee ought to reioyce and be glad in our heartes, as Paul sayth, which is, in the Lorde,
For we Are bones of his bones, and Flesh of his Flesh, as Paul Telleth us plainly, Ephesians 5. If this be so, then we ought to rejoice and be glad in our hearts, as Paul say, which is, in the Lord,
If we greatly reioyce & triumphe, when wee haue a mortall sonne an heyre here borne in earth vnto vs, whō we knowe not whether he shall be good or ill, a cōfort or paine vnto vs:
If we greatly rejoice & triumph, when we have a Mortal son an heir Here born in earth unto us, whom we know not whither he shall be good or ill, a Comfort or pain unto us:
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whē we heare yt sōne of God to be borne for vs, & the heire of all things, a sonne that pacifieth his fathers wrath iustly conceiued against sinne, such a childe as maketh vs children,
when we hear that son of God to be born for us, & the heir of all things, a son that pacifieth his Father's wrath justly conceived against sin, such a child as makes us children,
we shoulde giue thankes in it, and wee neuer thinke of our duetie in it the most part of vs. If Emperours and Kinges haue celebrated the memoriall of their birth dayes,
we should give thanks in it, and we never think of our duty in it the most part of us If emperors and Kings have celebrated the memorial of their birth days,
as wicked Herode did celebrate his natiuitie, in feasting, in daunsing, in rash swearing, and last of all, in murdering the good saint of God, Iohn Baptist, Matth. 14. Mark. 6. I say, we must not so celebrate this birth day of Christ with him,
as wicked Herod did celebrate his Nativity, in feasting, in dancing, in rash swearing, and last of all, in murdering the good saint of God, John Baptist, Matthew 14. Mark. 6. I say, we must not so celebrate this birth day of christ with him,
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Neither must we keepe this day of our brother Christes birth, as Titus kept the birth day of his brother Domitian, in killing the Iewes for his pleasure, to triumphe,
Neither must we keep this day of our brother Christ's birth, as Titus kept the birth day of his brother Domitian, in killing the Iewes for his pleasure, to triumph,
To this it may be answered, that seeing the benefites of his life be cōprehended in his death (for whatsoeuer he did in al his whole life, we inioy it in his passion) therefore his life is not here set down,
To this it may be answered, that seeing the benefits of his life be comprehended in his death (for whatsoever he did in all his Whole life, we enjoy it in his passion) Therefore his life is not Here Set down,
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except we also confesse with our mouthes, and beleeue in our hearts stedfastly his death and bitter passion for vs. Therfore Christ is alwayes to be cōsidered of a Christian man,
except we also confess with our mouths, and believe in our hearts steadfastly his death and bitter passion for us Therefore christ is always to be considered of a Christian man,
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but also because this appertained to the misterie of our redemptiō, that we might knowe his death to bee ioyned with the condemnation of an earthly iudge.
but also Because this appertained to the mystery of our redemption, that we might know his death to be joined with the condemnation of an earthly judge.
If Christ had been killed by theefes, or murdered in a tumult or sedition by priuate men, there had bene no redemption for vs in such a death, no kinde of satisfaction.
If christ had been killed by thieves, or murdered in a tumult or sedition by private men, there had be no redemption for us in such a death, no kind of satisfaction.
if he had not suffered this vnder Pontius Pilate for vs. And here are two things to be noted of vs, which are both confirmed by the testimonies of the Prophets,
if he had not suffered this under Pontius Pilate for us And Here Are two things to be noted of us, which Are both confirmed by the testimonies of the prophets,
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for when wee heare that Christe was sent to death, from the iudgement seate, and was hanged betwene the theeues, wee haue a full accomplishment of that prophesie, which is cited of the Euāgelist, He was reckoned or counted among the wicked, Esay.
for when we hear that Christ was sent to death, from the judgement seat, and was hanged between the thieves, we have a full accomplishment of that prophesy, which is cited of the Euāgelist, He was reckoned or counted among the wicked, Isaiah.
Againe, when we heare that he was pronounced innocent by the same man, of whome he was condemned, let vs remember that which another Prophet speaketh of him, I restored that which I tooke not, Psal. 69. yt is, Christ payed for sin,
Again, when we hear that he was pronounced innocent by the same man, of whom he was condemned, let us Remember that which Another Prophet speaks of him, I restored that which I took not, Psalm 69. that is, christ paid for since,
for when ye people cryed, If thou let him goe, thou art not Caesars friend, then he consented vnto them to crucify him against his owne conscience, to pleasure the people,
for when you people cried, If thou let him go, thou art not Caesars friend, then he consented unto them to crucify him against his own conscience, to pleasure the people,
Thus we see still in euery article, and in euery point of our saluation, that exceeding great loue of Christ our master to vs, that not onely he was contented to suffer most grieous paine for vs,
Thus we see still in every article, and in every point of our salvation, that exceeding great love of christ our master to us, that not only he was contented to suffer most grieous pain for us,
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This is that Paul speaketh of to the Heb. 12. willing vs to follow the great humilitie of Christ in his suffering of shame, saith, Let vs also, seeing that we are compassed with so great a cloude of witnesses, cast away euery thing that presseth down,
This is that Paul speaks of to the Hebrew 12. willing us to follow the great humility of christ in his suffering of shame, Says, Let us also, seeing that we Are compassed with so great a cloud of Witnesses, cast away every thing that Presseth down,
let vs runne with patience, the race that is set before vs, looking vnto Iesus the author & finisher of our faith, who for the ioy that was set before him, endured the crosse,
let us run with patience, the raze that is Set before us, looking unto Iesus the author & finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was Set before him, endured the cross,
One peraduenture could bee contented to suffer some trouble for his deare friende, but who will bee hanged for his friende? Let the same minde therefore dearely beloued be in you, that was euen in Christ Iesus, who being in the forme of God, thought it no robberie to be equal with God,
One Peradventure could be contented to suffer Some trouble for his deer friend, but who will be hanged for his friend? Let the same mind Therefore dearly Beloved be in you, that was even in christ Iesus, who being in the Form of God, Thought it no robbery to be equal with God,
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& yet for all this, we must not be ashamed of him, for hee is our glory, Galat. 6. 1. Corinth. 2. they that are ashamed of him here in earth before men, he wil be ashamed of thē in heauē before his father & his Angels.
& yet for all this, we must not be ashamed of him, for he is our glory, Galatians 6. 1. Corinth. 2. they that Are ashamed of him Here in earth before men, he will be ashamed of them in heaven before his father & his Angels.
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when hee commeth with his crosse, for he that taketh not vp his crosse dayly & followeth him, is not worthy to be his disciple, Luke 9. He might rather haue bene ashamed of vs, to see vs in that case we were, worser then wee can see any poore miserable begger, amongst vs here in earth.
when he comes with his cross, for he that Takes not up his cross daily & follows him, is not worthy to be his disciple, Lycia 9. He might rather have be ashamed of us, to see us in that case we were, Worse then we can see any poor miserable beggar, among us Here in earth.
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We see then, yt by Christ crucified, the blessing of Abraham is come vpon vs yt were Gentiles, Galat. 3. and ye the serpents head is broken, he being y• true serpēt lifted vp vpon ye crosse, to saue al those that hope vpon him by fayth,
We see then, that by christ Crucified, the blessing of Abraham is come upon us that were Gentiles, Galatians 3. and you the Serpents head is broken, he being y• true serpent lifted up upon you cross, to save all those that hope upon him by faith,
& hath triūphed ouer thē in ye same crosse, Col. 2. Of this crucifying, & lifting vp vpō ye crosse, was Isaac a figure, who was boūd & laid vpō ye altar, ready to be offered.
& hath triumphed over them in you same cross, Col. 2. Of this crucifying, & lifting up upon you cross, was Isaac a figure, who was bound & laid upon you altar, ready to be offered.
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for he was made of God his father sinne for vs, that wee might he made the righteousnes of God in him, which knewe no sinne, 2. Corinth. 5. But of all other types and shadowes of the ceremonial lawe, this taking away of sinne by Christ in his crosse, was most liuely set forth and represented vnto vs,
for he was made of God his father sin for us, that we might he made the righteousness of God in him, which knew no sin, 2. Corinth. 5. But of all other types and shadows of the ceremonial law, this taking away of sin by christ in his cross, was most lively Set forth and represented unto us,
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And when he had thus sayd, he gaue vp the ghost, Luk 23. So for the certaintie of it, it is not onely said that he was crucified, but also that he died:
And when he had thus said, he gave up the ghost, Luk 23. So for the certainty of it, it is not only said that he was Crucified, but also that he died:
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for otherwise nothing had bene wrought for vs. God sayde to Adam, In what day soeuer thou shalt eate of the forbidden tree of knowledge of good and euill, thou shalt die the death.
for otherwise nothing had be wrought for us God said to Adam, In what day soever thou shalt eat of the forbidden tree of knowledge of good and evil, thou shalt die the death.
This death was signified in euery sacrifice of beastes in the olde lawe of Moses, in the killing of bullockes, of calues, of sheepe, of goates, and such other things.
This death was signified in every sacrifice of beasts in the old law of Moses, in the killing of bullocks, of calves, of sheep, of Goats, and such other things.
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euē as ye Pelicane, which hauing brought forth her young ones dead, or being stong & killed by serpētes, she pecketh forth her heart blood to reuiue her young ones:
even as you Pelican, which having brought forth her young ones dead, or being stung & killed by Serpents, she pecketh forth her heart blood to revive her young ones:
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so we, heing conceiued and borne in sinne, and altogether dead in our trespasses and offences, Ephes. 2. stong of that old and fiery serpent the diuell, which first beguiled our parents in paradise,
so we, being conceived and born in sin, and altogether dead in our Trespasses and offences, Ephesians 2. stung of that old and fiery serpent the Devil, which First beguiled our Parents in paradise,
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we (I say) in this case are reuiued and quickened againe, by the blood of that true Pelicane Iesus Christ, which hee from his heart hath shead and powred out for vs. Thus we see how deeply we are indebted to Christ for his great loue to vs, in dying for our sinnes,
we (I say) in this case Are revived and quickened again, by the blood of that true Pelican Iesus christ, which he from his heart hath shed and poured out for us Thus we see how deeply we Are indebted to christ for his great love to us, in dying for our Sins,
for his flesh is meat in deede Iohn 6. The wine ordeined, to put vs in mind of his blood powred out for vs, to wash vs from al our sinnes, 1. Iohn 1. & that as ye wine doth quench our thirst,
for his Flesh is meat in deed John 6. The wine ordained, to put us in mind of his blood poured out for us, to wash us from all our Sins, 1. John 1. & that as you wine does quench our thirst,
but the full abolishing of sinne shall cease in the latter day of iudgement, when all thinges shall bee restored againe to their perfection, Actes 5. So that now we may say, There is no condemnation of sinne to them that are in Christ Iesus, which walke not after the flesh,
but the full abolishing of sin shall cease in the latter day of judgement, when all things shall be restored again to their perfection, Acts 5. So that now we may say, There is no condemnation of sin to them that Are in christ Iesus, which walk not After the Flesh,
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but after the spirite, Rom. 8. For see the wonderfull working of God, that all the curses and paynes that were in Iesus Christ, are turned to our blessings and ioyes:
but After the Spirit, Rom. 8. For see the wonderful working of God, that all the curses and pains that were in Iesus christ, Are turned to our blessings and Joys:
for first it causeth that wee shall not die in the life to come, and then here it mortifieth our earthly members, it killeth our olde man Adam within vs, that it bringeth not foorth his accustomed actions of sinne within vs. Thus much concerning his death.
for First it Causes that we shall not die in the life to come, and then Here it mortifieth our earthly members, it kills our old man Adam within us, that it brings not forth his accustomed actions of sin within us Thus much Concerning his death.
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The lesson that we learne by this buriall of Christ, is this, as the Apostle Paul teacheth vs, Rom. 6. and Colos. 2. that we should so through baptisme bee freed and buried from sinne,
The Lesson that we Learn by this burial of christ, is this, as the Apostle Paul Teaches us, Rom. 6. and Colos 2. that we should so through Baptism be freed and buried from sin,
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that Christ our sauiour, to redeeme vs both in body and soule, which had offended God, suffered the tormentes of hell, the wrath infinite of his father for the time, not onely in body,
that christ our Saviour, to Redeem us both in body and soul, which had offended God, suffered the torments of hell, the wrath infinite of his father for the time, not only in body,
but also in soule, and did abide the most bitter and vnspeakeable sorowes of death in his minde and consciēce, pressed downe with the burden of all our sinnes,
but also in soul, and did abide the most bitter and unspeakable sorrows of death in his mind and conscience, pressed down with the burden of all our Sins,
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his soule was verie heauie and sorowfull, euen vnto the death, so that there came an angel and comforted him from heauen, Luke 22. This hell was so great vnto him, that he prayed his Father, if it were possible, that the cuppe of his passion myght passe from him:
his soul was very heavy and sorrowful, even unto the death, so that there Come an angel and comforted him from heaven, Lycia 22. This hell was so great unto him, that he prayed his Father, if it were possible, that the cup of his passion might pass from him:
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For we must remēber, that Christ vpon ye crosse, did not only suffer paines in body, (as they did which were crucified wt him, which were ye paines that ye Iewes did put him to) but farther, he suffered ye extreme wrath of God his father, hanging vpon him, heauier then heauen and earth, which no angel was able to endure:
For we must Remember, that christ upon the cross, did not only suffer pains in body, (as they did which were Crucified with him, which were you pains that the Iewes did put him to) but farther, he suffered you extreme wrath of God his father, hanging upon him, Heavier then heaven and earth, which no angel was able to endure:
And was not this an hell (trowe you) vnto our Sauiour, to abide in his bodie and soule, all these torments, which can not be vttered with any eloquēce or tongue of man? Nothing had bene done for vs,
And was not this an hell (trow you) unto our Saviour, to abide in his body and soul, all these torments, which can not be uttered with any eloquence or tongue of man? Nothing had be done for us,
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It was necessarie therefore and very expedient, that we might be perfectly redeemed in both partes both body and soule, that hee shoule feele the seuere punishment of the vengeāce of God,
It was necessary Therefore and very expedient, that we might be perfectly redeemed in both parts both body and soul, that he shoule feel the severe punishment of the vengeance of God,
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because he powred out his soule an offering for sinne, and tooke vpon him our part, which were the malefactors and offendors, to bring vs vnto the fauour of God againe.
Because he poured out his soul an offering for sin, and took upon him our part, which were the malefactors and offenders, to bring us unto the favour of God again.
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Let vs then applie it as a medicine to our wounds, otherwise it will not heale vs. Take the shielde of fayth, that when yee are in great torment and griefe for your sinnes, (as Satan doeth many times obiect them vnto you) when yee are euen at the brinke of desperation,
Let us then apply it as a medicine to our wounds, otherwise it will not heal us Take the shield of faith, that when ye Are in great torment and grief for your Sins, (as Satan doth many times Object them unto you) when ye Are even At the brink of desperation,
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yea, to quench the fiery dartes of the deuil, to remember, that our Sauiour Christ suffered the torments of hel euery one of them, to deliuer you from thē.
yea, to quench the fiery darts of the Devil, to Remember, that our Saviour christ suffered the torments of hell every one of them, to deliver you from them.
In this, that Christ hath suffered the tormentes of hell for all, we gather, that all that are saued, are saued by Christ alone, from Adam vntill this time,
In this, that christ hath suffered the torments of hell for all, we gather, that all that Are saved, Are saved by christ alone, from Adam until this time,
for he is the lambe slayne from the beginning of the worlde, Reuel. 13. That is to say, his death and passion was as effectuall to redeeme al that were before him, that dyd beleeue in him that he shoulde come,
for he is the lamb slain from the beginning of the world, Revel. 13. That is to say, his death and passion was as effectual to Redeem all that were before him, that did believe in him that he should come,
4. Thus wee see what is meant by these words, descended into hell: howe he suffered hellish tormentes for vs, not that his soule went into hell after his death,
4. Thus we see what is meant by these words, descended into hell: how he suffered hellish torments for us, not that his soul went into hell After his death,
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and preached by him to the wicked which were then rebellious and disobedient, and are nowe damned soules in hell, which he tearmeth spirites in pryson. This is the meaning of Peter in that place, (as also good interpreters doe prooue.) Neyther did Christ descende into hell to fetch the godly Patriarkes from thence, which dyed in his faith before his comming in the flesh,
and preached by him to the wicked which were then rebellious and disobedient, and Are now damned Souls in hell, which he termeth spirits in prison. This is the meaning of Peter in that place, (as also good Interpreters do prove.) Neither did christ descend into hell to fetch the godly Patriarchs from thence, which died in his faith before his coming in the Flesh,
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and no torment shall touch them, Wisd. 3. Here then seeing Christ hath suffered and fulfilled all things for vs, we may saye to God as concerning his iustice, O righteous God,
and no torment shall touch them, Wisdom 3. Here then seeing christ hath suffered and fulfilled all things for us, we may say to God as Concerning his Justice, Oh righteous God,
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if shame, confusion and ignominie bee due to sinners for their euill desertes, if death bee the stipende and reward of sinne, Rom. 6. 23. If it deserue thy wrath and indignation most seuere,
if shame, confusion and ignominy be due to Sinners for their evil deserts, if death be the stipend and reward of sin, Rom. 6. 23. If it deserve thy wrath and Indignation most severe,
Then O most iust Father and God, Christ thy Sonne hath suffered all these thinges to the vtmost, hee hath paide al whatsoeuer thou canst require of mee,
Then Oh most just Father and God, christ thy Son hath suffered all these things to the utmost, he hath paid all whatsoever thou Canst require of me,
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then this was, which Christ Iesus thy beloued & only Sonne, which was in thy bosome, hath borne already for me? Therefore I beseeche thee most deare and tender Father, whensoeuer my sinnes shall come into thy sight,
then this was, which christ Iesus thy Beloved & only Son, which was in thy bosom, hath born already for me? Therefore I beseech thee most deer and tender Father, whensoever my Sins shall come into thy sighed,
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or question with thee, which my aduersarie the deuill layeth before thee and me, that then thou wouldest looke vpon Christ thy Sonne, which is thy true looking glasse, in whom thou shalt finde me to be most pure and innocent,
or question with thee, which my adversary the Devil Layeth before thee and me, that then thou Wouldst look upon christ thy Son, which is thy true looking glass, in whom thou shalt find me to be most pure and innocent,
For God is not pleased, but in Christ and in his doings, as he saith, This is my welbeloued Sonne, heare him, Matt. 3. and 17. Where we note, that Christ is our onely reconciler to God,
For God is not pleased, but in christ and in his doings, as he Says, This is my well-beloved Son, hear him, Matt. 3. and 17. Where we note, that christ is our only reconciler to God,
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Thus haue we heard in this article, the death of Christ, a wonderfull and vnspeakable mysterie, the circumstances of it, the cause of the same, the paines he suffered,
Thus have we herd in this article, the death of christ, a wonderful and unspeakable mystery, the Circumstances of it, the cause of the same, the pains he suffered,
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It is the greatest and most precious Iewel and Diamonde that God coulde bestowe vpon vs. Let vs therefore pray vnto him, to make vs deepely consider of the valewe of it in our hearts and mindes, that we slightly esteeme not of so excellent a treasure,
It is the greatest and most precious Jewel and Diamond that God could bestow upon us Let us Therefore pray unto him, to make us deeply Consider of the valve of it in our hearts and minds, that we slightly esteem not of so excellent a treasure,
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Nowe seeing Christ hath dyed for them, to put them all away, and hath fastned and nayled them to his Crosse, that we shoulde serue him (being deliuered from the handes of our enemies) without feare, all the dayes of our life, in holinesse and true righteousnesse before him:
Now seeing christ hath died for them, to put them all away, and hath fastened and nailed them to his Cross, that we should serve him (being Delivered from the hands of our enemies) without Fear, all the days of our life, in holiness and true righteousness before him:
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they layd a great stone and heauie vpon his graue, they sealed ye stone, they made the sepulchre sure wt a watch of souldiers, Matth. 27. 66. But all was in vayne:
they laid a great stone and heavy upon his graven, they sealed the stone, they made the Sepulchre sure with a watch of Soldiers, Matthew 27. 66. But all was in vain:
If any require testimonies of his resurrection out of scripture, let him read the 28. of Matth. the 16 of Mar. the 24. of Luke, the 20. & 21. of Iohn, the 1. Cor. 15. with many other places of scripture.
If any require testimonies of his resurrection out of scripture, let him read the 28. of Matthew the 16 of Mar. the 24. of Lycia, the 20. & 21. of John, the 1. Cor. 15. with many other places of scripture.
as he testifieth, Destroy this temple (meaning of his body) and in three daies I wil reare it vp agayne, Ioh. 2. 20. It is also saide, that he was raysed vp by the glorie of his father,
as he Testifieth, Destroy this temple (meaning of his body) and in three days I will rear it up again, John 2. 20. It is also said, that he was raised up by the glory of his father,
euen the father of our Lorde Iesus Christ, which according to his abūdant mercy hath begotten vs againe vnto a liuely hope, by the resurrection of Iesus Christ frō the dead, to an inheritance immortall & vndefiled,
even the father of our Lord Iesus christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope, by the resurrection of Iesus christ from the dead, to an inheritance immortal & undefiled,
& that withereth not, reserued in heauen for vs, which are kept by the power of God thorow faith vnto saluation, which is prepared to be shewed in ye last time, (meaning whē Christ shal come to iudgement) and we shal rise in our bodies.
& that withereth not, reserved in heaven for us, which Are kept by the power of God thorough faith unto salvation, which is prepared to be showed in you last time, (meaning when christ shall come to judgement) and we shall rise in our bodies.
so the victory of our faith doeth consist especially in his resurrection, euē as the holy Apostle doth plainly expresse it, Rom. 4. 25. for he saith, that Christ was deliuered from our sinnes,
so the victory of our faith doth consist especially in his resurrection, even as the holy Apostle does plainly express it, Rom. 4. 25. for he Says, that christ was Delivered from our Sins,
as if he should say, By his death was sinne takē away & abolished, but iustice and righteousnesse was restored & renewed vnto vs by his resurrection from death.
as if he should say, By his death was sin taken away & abolished, but Justice and righteousness was restored & renewed unto us by his resurrection from death.
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For otherwise, how could he haue deliuered vs from death by dying, if he himself had bin swallowed vp of death? or howe should he haue gotten vs the victorie, yt had lost it himself? This thing the Prophete Osee foreseeing by the spirite of God, spake prophetically as Dauid and other Prophets did, of this resurrection of our sauiour, saying, O death, I wil be thy death, O graue, I wil be thy destruction, Osee, Chap. 13. verse. 14. Wherfore we do in this sort distinguish ye benefites of his death from the benefites of his resurrectiō.
For otherwise, how could he have Delivered us from death by dying, if he himself had been swallowed up of death? or how should he have got us the victory, that had lost it himself? This thing the Prophet Hosea Foreseeing by the Spirit of God, spoke prophetically as David and other prophets did, of this resurrection of our Saviour, saying, Oh death, I will be thy death, Oh graven, I will be thy destruction, Hosea, Chap. 13. verse. 14. Wherefore we do in this sort distinguish you benefits of his death from the benefits of his resurrection.
to conclude, by ye one, hel gates are brokē vp & vāquished, & by ye other, ye dores of heauē are vnshut & opened vnto vs. These are the proper differences betweene his death & resurrection,
to conclude, by you one, hell gates Are broken up & vanquished, & by the other, you doors of heaven Are unshut & opened unto us These Are the proper differences between his death & resurrection,
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Agayne, hee was there three dayes, and did not rise by & by immediatly after his death, to confirme ye certaintie of his death, that he was dead in deede:
Again, he was there three days, and did not rise by & by immediately After his death, to confirm you certainty of his death, that he was dead in deed:
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as Paul saith, Whēsoeuer Christ which is our head shal appeare, thē shal we also appeare, that is, rise with him in glorie, (yt is) a glorified body as his is.
as Paul Says, Whensoever christ which is our head shall appear, them shall we also appear, that is, rise with him in glory, (that is) a glorified body as his is.
& testimonies brought to confirme it, but this may be saide more of it, that it is so necessarie to be beleeued vnto saluation, that without it no life can be had:
& testimonies brought to confirm it, but this may be said more of it, that it is so necessary to be believed unto salvation, that without it no life can be had:
but dead? how (I say) cā such an one haue any life in him at al? Therefore our Sauiour, willing to leaue a perpetuall memorie of this article to his Church, seeing it was of such great waight & importance,
but dead? how (I say) can such an one have any life in him At all? Therefore our Saviour, willing to leave a perpetual memory of this article to his Church, seeing it was of such great weight & importance,
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after that he had suffered, presented him selfe aliue to his Apostles & disciples, & to the women also, by many infallible tokens, being seene of them by ye space of fourtie dayes,
After that he had suffered, presented him self alive to his Apostles & Disciples, & to the women also, by many infallible tokens, being seen of them by the Molle of fourtie days,
To this ende, yt he might cōfirme & strengthen thē in this true resurrection, he did eate & drinke wt them after he rose, Acts. 10. shewed thē his hands & his feete, bid them handle him,
To this end, that he might confirm & strengthen them in this true resurrection, he did eat & drink with them After he rose, Acts. 10. showed them his hands & his feet, bid them handle him,
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& see that it was euen he and none other, Luk. 24. 39. Yea this point is so necessarie to obteyne euerlasting saluation, that the Apostle S. Paul doth affirme, that if Christ be not risen againe,
& see that it was even he and none other, Luk. 24. 39. Yea this point is so necessary to obtain everlasting salvation, that the Apostle S. Paul does affirm, that if christ be not risen again,
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They wel knew that if ye people of the Iewes did beleeue this his rysing frō the dead, they would easely beleeue all other mysteries of his death and passion, with the articles going before.
They well knew that if you people of the Iewes did believe this his rising from the dead, they would Easily believe all other Mysteres of his death and passion, with the Articles going before.
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for although Iohn and Marke doe make no mention of his byrth & conception, yet notwithstanding, they make diligent rehearsall of this resurrection in their Gospels, Marke 16. Ioh. 21. The Apostles after ye ascension of Christ, did especially preach this article to ye people in al sermōs & preachīgs of theirs.
for although John and Mark do make no mention of his birth & conception, yet notwithstanding, they make diligent rehearsal of this resurrection in their Gospels, Mark 16. John 21. The Apostles After you Ascension of christ, did especially preach this article to you people in all Sermons & preachings of theirs.
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Although the Apostles were chosen to be witnesses of all the doings and actiōs of Christ, Act. 10. verse. 39. yet were they especiall witnesses of his resurrection,
Although the Apostles were chosen to be Witnesses of all the doings and actions of christ, Act. 10. verse. 39. yet were they especial Witnesses of his resurrection,
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which were in all, both men and women, sixe score, hee made mention of this to the rest, that there must one be chosen into the roume and place of Iudas the traytour, to be made a witnes of Christes resurrection, Act. 1. vers. 22. So that,
which were in all, both men and women, sixe score, he made mention of this to the rest, that there must one be chosen into the room and place of Iudas the traitor, to be made a witness of Christ's resurrection, Act. 1. vers. 22. So that,
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although not only, yet especially the office of the Apostles was, to declare and testifie with all diligence and boldnes, the resurrection of Christ, to the people and Church of God.
although not only, yet especially the office of the Apostles was, to declare and testify with all diligence and boldness, the resurrection of christ, to the people and Church of God.
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For by it, death is swallowed vp into victorie, and the bonds of the deuill, whereby hee helde vs captiues at his will, are all broken and dashed in pieces, by this victorious Lion of the tribe of Iuda.
For by it, death is swallowed up into victory, and the bonds of the Devil, whereby he held us captives At his will, Are all broken and dashed in Pieces, by this victorious lion of the tribe of Iuda.
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And this is the first benefite, that eternall life, which is y• free gift of God, Rom. 6. is now giuen vnto vs. Then before this resurrection, we were in the shadow of death, sitting in blindnesse and ignorance. Nowe ryghteousnesse is restored:
And this is the First benefit, that Eternal life, which is y• free gift of God, Rom. 6. is now given unto us Then before this resurrection, we were in the shadow of death, sitting in blindness and ignorance. Now righteousness is restored:
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then of those aboue? Wel, they are the more fooles and mad men, and altogether vnthankefull to our good and louing Sauiour Iesus Christ, which doeth offer these things vnto them, if they woulde receiue them.
then of those above? Well, they Are the more Fools and mad men, and altogether unthankful to our good and loving Saviour Iesus christ, which doth offer these things unto them, if they would receive them.
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for he did so vanquish and ouercome death, striuing with him in the graue, that hee was not able with all his force, to keepe him vnder his rule and gouernment.
for he did so vanquish and overcome death, striving with him in the graven, that he was not able with all his force, to keep him under his Rule and government.
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as with one ready to bee drowned, and some other man to help and succour him, woulde couragiously leape into the water, who in the ende should be drowned him selfe,
as with one ready to be drowned, and Some other man to help and succour him, would courageously leap into the water, who in the end should be drowned him self,
But this was farre otherwise in Christ, who first deliuered him selfe from the tertors of death and hell, that he might the better perswade vs of our saluation,
But this was Far otherwise in christ, who First Delivered him self from the tertors of death and hell, that he might the better persuade us of our salvation,
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as we see Christ did rise againe with a glorified body, not subiect to the like affections and passions as he was before, to hunger and thirst, to mortalitie and other miseries of the body,
as we see christ did rise again with a glorified body, not Subject to the like affections and passion as he was before, to hunger and thirst, to mortality and other misery's of the body,
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and put on a newe and a better life, that is, as Paul speaketh, to cast off concerning the conuersation in time past, that olde man which is corrupted through the deceyueable lustes:
and put on a new and a better life, that is, as Paul speaks, to cast off Concerning the Conversation in time past, that old man which is corrupted through the deceivable lusts:
& this is common to all, and is in the life to come, called the seconde resurrection, where of Iohn speaketh, Reuel. 20. The other resurrection is of the soule from sinne, here in this life cōmon to ye elect and childrē of God, which are true members of Iesus Christ,
& this is Common to all, and is in the life to come, called the seconde resurrection, where of John speaks, Revel. 20. The other resurrection is of the soul from sin, Here in this life Common to you elect and children of God, which Are true members of Iesus christ,
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and he that will haue his part of the seconde resurrection to life euerlasting, and not be hurt of the seconde death, must while he liueth here, indeuour to ryse from sinne.
and he that will have his part of the seconde resurrection to life everlasting, and not be hurt of the seconde death, must while he lives Here, endeavour to rise from sin.
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Of this resurrection Saint Iohn in the twentie of the Reuelation spake most playnely, saying, Blessed and holy is hee that hath his part in the first resurrection,
Of this resurrection Saint John in the twentie of the Revelation spoke most plainly, saying, Blessed and holy is he that hath his part in the First resurrection,
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that is to say, not a thousande onely, but for euer and euer, as is most clearely in another place of the same Iohn expounded, Chapter 22. verse 5. in these wordes, The Lorde shall giue them lyght,
that is to say, not a thousande only, but for ever and ever, as is most clearly in Another place of the same John expounded, Chapter 22. verse 5. in these words, The Lord shall give them Light,
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and serue him better afterwarde, taking heede of the like offences againe: then shall wee haue our part in this resurrection, & so be blessed for euer.
and serve him better afterward, taking heed of the like offences again: then shall we have our part in this resurrection, & so be blessed for ever.
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Nowe the wicked and reprobate, because, when they haue sinned, they can not ryse agayne by repentance with Peter and Dauid, but rather lye still vnder the burden of their sinnes, and so fall to despayre:
Now the wicked and Reprobate, Because, when they have sinned, they can not rise again by Repentance with Peter and David, but rather lie still under the burden of their Sins, and so fallen to despair:
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As for example, wee see in Cain, haw he dispayred when he had sinned, and neuer repented or amended his life, Gene. 4. So did Saul: and so did king Pharao confesse he had sinned vnto ye Lord:
As for Exampl, we see in Cain, haw he despaired when he had sinned, and never repented or amended his life, Gene. 4. So did Saul: and so did King Pharaoh confess he had sinned unto you Lord:
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The like we haue of Esau, who wept in deede, but not in godly sorow that causeth repentance vnto saluation, not to be repented of, as yt Apostle speaketh of, 2. Cor. 7. But he lamented in worldly sorowe, that causeth death, because he amended not his sinfull life, Hebrew. 12. The like may bee sayde of Iudas, who fell as others of the godly dyd into sinne,
The like we have of Esau, who wept in deed, but not in godly sorrow that Causes Repentance unto salvation, not to be repented of, as that Apostle speaks of, 2. Cor. 7. But he lamented in worldly sorrow, that Causes death, Because he amended not his sinful life, Hebrew. 12. The like may be said of Iudas, who fell as Others of the godly did into sin,
Therefore the reprobate, when they fall away, can not ryse, because they can not bee renewed by repentance, seeing they crucifie to them selues the Sonne of God,
Therefore the Reprobate, when they fallen away, can not rise, Because they can not be renewed by Repentance, seeing they crucify to them selves the Son of God,
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and the vanitie of his heart, when he shoulde be risen with Christ in his resurrection, he riseth with the deuil to the toppe of all sinne and wickednesse:
and the vanity of his heart, when he should be risen with christ in his resurrection, he Riseth with the Devil to the top of all sin and wickedness:
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and fleshly lustes, fornication, euil concupiscēce, vncleannes, inordinate affectiō, and couetousnes, which is of all vices the worst, & called Idolatrie:
and fleshly lusts, fornication, evil concupiscence, uncleanness, inordinate affection, and covetousness, which is of all vices the worst, & called Idolatry:
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doing these things in the first resurrection, when Christ which is our life shal appeare, then shall we also in the seconde resurrection appeare with him in glory.
doing these things in the First resurrection, when christ which is our life shall appear, then shall we also in the seconde resurrection appear with him in glory.
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Seeing he is escaped and tisē from ye deepe gulfe of death, (notwithstanding wee seeme as yet to be couered therein in this our mortall state) why may it not be iustly saide, that we are risen with him, being so neerely ioyned and vnited vnto him,
Seeing he is escaped and tisen from you deep gulf of death, (notwithstanding we seem as yet to be covered therein in this our Mortal state) why may it not be justly said, that we Are risen with him, being so nearly joined and united unto him,
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vnlesse we will denie him to bee our head? Wherefore, if wee professe our selues to be his, wee must lykewise acknowledge that our resurrection is already begun in his,
unless we will deny him to be our head? Wherefore, if we profess our selves to be his, we must likewise acknowledge that our resurrection is already begun in his,
& that we do by hope, (which neuer maketh ashamed) in this life retaine ye assurance of that state, which hereafter wee shall with ful possession & accomplishmēt in heauen with him enioy for euer.
& that we do by hope, (which never makes ashamed) in this life retain you assurance of that state, which hereafter we shall with full possession & accomplishment in heaven with him enjoy for ever.
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This can not bee but a great and singular comfort to al the faithfull seruauntes of Iesus Christ, to consider that their bodyes shal not lie for euer in the graues,
This can not be but a great and singular Comfort to all the faithful Servants of Iesus christ, to Consider that their bodies shall not lie for ever in the graves,
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as the bodyes of beastes do, but that they shall rise againe with Christ, which is before entred into heauen, to prepare a place there for vs, that hee may come againe at the last day to receiue vs wholy vnto him selfe.
as the bodies of beasts do, but that they shall rise again with christ, which is before entered into heaven, to prepare a place there for us, that he may come again At the last day to receive us wholly unto him self.
And how ought we to reioyce continually, beyng put in assurance by Christes death and resurrection, not of landes and goodes here, which are but short and transitorie:
And how ought we to rejoice continually, being put in assurance by Christ's death and resurrection, not of Lands and goods Here, which Are but short and transitory:
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and delite in our sinnes as many men do, the more is the pitie. Wel, this is the greatest benefite we obteine by this resurrection, euen our owne rising:
and delight in our Sins as many men do, the more is the pity. Well, this is the greatest benefit we obtain by this resurrection, even our own rising:
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if it were not for this, we were not better thē bruite beastes, yea farre worse, especially the godly, who suffer many iniuries and tauntes, with mockings and paynes of the wicked:
if it were not for this, we were not better them bruit beasts, yea Far Worse, especially the godly, who suffer many injuries and taunts, with mockings and pains of the wicked:
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And with all, because we neede continually to craue many thinges at his handes, let vs meekely pray vnto him, that hee woulde vouchsafe to woorke so in our harde heartes by his holy spirit, that we may by his resurrection, mortifie and kil all the wicked & vnruly desires of ye flesh,
And with all, Because we need continually to crave many things At his hands, let us meekly pray unto him, that he would vouchsafe to work so in our harden hearts by his holy Spirit, that we may by his resurrection, mortify and kill all the wicked & unruly Desires of you Flesh,
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and walke in a newe life, and put on the newe man Iesus Christ, and to make no prouision for the vnbrydled flesh, to fulfil the lustes of it, that we may walke before him,
and walk in a new life, and put on the new man Iesus christ, and to make no provision for the unbridled Flesh, to fulfil the lusts of it, that we may walk before him,
and serue him, not for a day, or weeke, or moneth, or yere, but as ye holy ghost saith, al the dayes & times of our life, in holinesse and true righteousnesse, to his honour and glorie, to the profite and commoditie of his Church, our brethren,
and serve him, not for a day, or Week, or Monn, or year, but as you holy ghost Says, all the days & times of our life, in holiness and true righteousness, to his honour and glory, to the profit and commodity of his Church, our brothers,
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THis is the sixt Article of our Christian faith, yet but the fift of thē that appertaine to Christ & his benefites, from his conception, to this his ascension into heauen:
THis is the sixt Article of our Christian faith, yet but the fift of them that appertain to christ & his benefits, from his conception, to this his Ascension into heaven:
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These things well marked, will be for our consolation and comfort, against many temptations and troubles in this life, which the deuill assaulteth vs with, that we should despaire of the mercie of God in Iesus Christ.
These things well marked, will be for our consolation and Comfort, against many temptations and Troubles in this life, which the Devil assaulteth us with, that we should despair of the mercy of God in Iesus christ.
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But this will be a remedy for them all, euen his ascension into heauen, and that for vs. Christes ascending into heauen, is manifestly proued vnto vs in the holy scriptures, not in one or two places,
But this will be a remedy for them all, even his Ascension into heaven, and that for us Christ's ascending into heaven, is manifestly proved unto us in the holy Scriptures, not in one or two places,
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& had familiarity with him, but the Prophet Dauid, to make it ye more euident to all the world, long before the cōming of Christ in the flesh, spake of it by ye spirit of prophecie, moued by the direction of ye holy ghost, saying, God is gone vp with triumph,
& had familiarity with him, but the Prophet David, to make it the more evident to all the world, long before the coming of christ in the Flesh, spoke of it by you Spirit of prophecy, moved by the direction of the holy ghost, saying, God is gone up with triumph,
alluding in this ascension of Christ, for the glory & ioyfulnes of it, vnto the trūpets ye were blowē at ye solēne feasts of ye Iewes, Psal. 47. Also in the 68. Psal. Thou art gone vp on hie, thou hast led captiuitie captiue.
alluding in this Ascension of christ, for the glory & ioyfulnes of it, unto the trumpets you were blown At you solemn feasts of the Iewes, Psalm 47. Also in the 68. Psalm Thou art gone up on high, thou hast led captivity captive.
neither is it in controuersie betweene ye Papists & vs, as cōcerning his ascensiō (although in ye maner of it there be cōtention) I wil therefore come to the second point, which is to consider how,
neither is it in controversy between you Papists & us, as Concerning his Ascension (although in the manner of it there be contention) I will Therefore come to the second point, which is to Consider how,
& after what sorte he is ascended, and remaineth in heauen, and to what ende, signified in these words, and sitteth at the right hād of God the father almighty.
& After what sort he is ascended, and remains in heaven, and to what end, signified in these words, and Sitteth At the right hand of God the father almighty.
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& euery name that is named, not onely in this world, but also in the worlde to come, Ephe. 1. It is then as our sauiour Christ saith, Matt. 11. and 28. To haue all things giuē vnto him, al authoritie, both in heauen and in earth.
& every name that is nam, not only in this world, but also in the world to come, Ephes 1. It is then as our Saviour christ Says, Matt. 11. and 28. To have all things given unto him, all Authority, both in heaven and in earth.
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but when ye scripture giueth these properties & speaches vnto God, (as it doth often) it is for our weaknes and capacitie, which are children and babes in Gods matters,
but when you scripture gives these properties & Speeches unto God, (as it does often) it is for our weakness and capacity, which Are children and babes in God's matters,
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And this latter part of ye article, to sit at Gods right hand, being in the last chapter of Marke, from whence it seemeth this was taken, S. Paul doth expounde very well in ye 1. Ephes. that God hath set him farre aboue all principalitie and power, & might and domination.
And this latter part of you article, to fit At God's right hand, being in the last chapter of Mark, from whence it seems this was taken, S. Paul does expound very well in you 1. Ephesians that God hath Set him Far above all principality and power, & might and domination.
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And in an other place, Philip. 2. hath highly exalted him, and giuē him a name aboue euery name, that at the name of Iesus shoulde euery knee bowe, both of things in heauē,
And in an other place, Philip. 2. hath highly exalted him, and given him a name above every name, that At the name of Iesus should every knee bow, both of things in heaven,
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For so did Saint Stephen see him, Actes 7. Therefore both by sitting and standing there, is meant, that he is aduaunced to great glorie, as hath bene sayde already.
For so did Saint Stephen see him, Acts 7. Therefore both by sitting and standing there, is meant, that he is advanced to great glory, as hath be said already.
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For we see, and reade how aboundantly, and most miraculously he powred downe his holy spirit vpō his Apostles, Act. 2. howe he hath increased his church and kingdome in euery part of the earth,
For we see, and read how abundantly, and most miraculously he poured down his holy Spirit upon his Apostles, Act. 2. how he hath increased his Church and Kingdom in every part of the earth,
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So that although he be in heauen according to his bodily presence, and not in earth (as the Lutheranes & Papistes do imagine him to be in the communion, contrary to this article, he ascended, which is to be meant only of his body,
So that although he be in heaven according to his bodily presence, and not in earth (as the Lutherans & Papists do imagine him to be in the communion, contrary to this article, he ascended, which is to be meant only of his body,
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which he meant by sending his spirit, Iohn 14. We are not then to looke for Christes body here nowe vpon the earth, (as certaine heretikes do suppose) euen as he him selfe saith, Matt. 26. Me shal you not haue alwayes.
which he meant by sending his Spirit, John 14. We Are not then to look for Christ's body Here now upon the earth, (as certain Heretics do suppose) even as he him self Says, Matt. 26. Me shall you not have always.
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So that vnles we see Christ so come down as he went vp, we will not beleeue ye papistes, yt say he is in the boxe or pixe, much lesse them that say, he is euery where, making him in deede to haue no body at all,
So that unless we see christ so come down as he went up, we will not believe you Papists, that say he is in the box or pix, much less them that say, he is every where, making him in deed to have no body At all,
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Againe, what needed his disciples to bee so sorowefull for his going away, if they had had his body with them? Here they answere, The disciples had not his body visibly,
Again, what needed his Disciples to be so sorrowful for his going away, if they had had his body with them? Here they answer, The Disciples had not his body visibly,
This is a plaine case, but I leaue to discourse of it any further, because I intend in this booke to edifie and instruct the simple readers, onely in the poyntes of Christianitie, concerning their faith,
This is a plain case, but I leave to discourse of it any further, Because I intend in this book to edify and instruct the simple Readers, only in the points of Christianity, Concerning their faith,
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For this was the third point, that I sayde was to be obserued of vs, to weigh with our selues, what profit and commodity thereby doeth ensue to all the faythfull, that hee is in heauen.
For this was the third point, that I said was to be observed of us, to weigh with our selves, what profit and commodity thereby doth ensue to all the faithful, that he is in heaven.
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Is not this a great comfort in all troubles, and hurlyburlies in this life, to meditate vpon this, that one day we shall come into the presence of our louing Master Iesus Christ? Surely this would comfort any poore afflicted soule or body, if he did remember it:
Is not this a great Comfort in all Troubles, and hurlyburlies in this life, to meditate upon this, that one day we shall come into the presence of our loving Master Iesus christ? Surely this would Comfort any poor afflicted soul or body, if he did Remember it:
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but we forget it, and then what ioy can wee haue in this vale of miserie? This comforted Dauid in his banishment, saying, When shal I come to appeare before the presence of God? This reioyced Paul greatly,
but we forget it, and then what joy can we have in this vale of misery? This comforted David in his banishment, saying, When shall I come to appear before the presence of God? This rejoiced Paul greatly,
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when the Lord shal appeare, 2. Timothie 4. So then, this is the first, and one of the greatest benefites, that by Christes ascension, wee haue an assurance of our owne.
when the Lord shall appear, 2. Timothy 4. So then, this is the First, and one of the greatest benefits, that by Christ's Ascension, we have an assurance of our own.
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For when Christ shall appeare, then shall we also appeare with him in glory, Colossians 3. But yet wee must remember, that as Christ first suffered shame and reproche,
For when christ shall appear, then shall we also appear with him in glory, colossians 3. But yet we must Remember, that as christ First suffered shame and reproach,
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or come vp to the prince, because of costs and charges, to haue alway one of the priuy counsell to helpe and further his sutes as readily and diligently,
or come up to the Prince, Because of costs and charges, to have always one of the privy counsel to help and further his suits as readily and diligently,
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wee haue alwayes Iesus Christ at hand with God his father, being of his most priuy and secrete counsell, to make requestes to God for vs continually, to pardon our sinnes, to grant vs grace and all other thinges necessary.
we have always Iesus christ At hand with God his father, being of his most privy and secret counsel, to make requests to God for us continually, to pardon our Sins, to grant us grace and all other things necessary.
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and most willing to heare vs, yea biddeth vs to come to him for our causes, Matthewe 11. Come vnto me all ye that trauell and are laden, and I will refreshe you.
and most willing to hear us, yea bids us to come to him for our Causes, Matthew 11. Come unto me all you that travel and Are laden, and I will refresh you.
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and not to any other of her priuy chamber, but would come most willingly, and be glad so to do? Why thē come wee not to God at the first, saying in his worde.
and not to any other of her privy chamber, but would come most willingly, and be glad so to do? Why them come we not to God At the First, saying in his word.
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Cal vpon me, in the day of thy trouble, and I will heare thee? Why come wee not to Christ, that so louingly biddeth euery one of vs? Wel, let vs holde this for an vnfallible principle:
Call upon me, in the day of thy trouble, and I will hear thee? Why come we not to christ, that so lovingly bids every one of us? Well, let us hold this for an unfallible principle:
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For then in deede hee sayth, Hee that is ashamed of me and my sayings here in earth before men, I wil also be ashamed of him in heauen before my father:
For then in deed he say, He that is ashamed of me and my sayings Here in earth before men, I will also be ashamed of him in heaven before my father:
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Mar. 8. Furthermore we are to vnderstand, that although Christ by his ascension hath taken away his body from the earth, which was not necessary for vs,
Mar. 8. Furthermore we Are to understand, that although christ by his Ascension hath taken away his body from the earth, which was not necessary for us,
This is the greatest comfort that may be to the faythful in this lyfe, and therefore is this spirit oftentimes called by our sauiour Christ, The cōforter.
This is the greatest Comfort that may be to the faithful in this life, and Therefore is this Spirit oftentimes called by our Saviour christ, The comforter.
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This spirit doth leade vs into al trueth, mortifieth our euil deedes, killeth sinne in vs, reuiueth all goodnesse within vs, maketh vs merry in the Lorde, reioyceth vs in troubles,
This Spirit does lead us into all truth, mortifieth our evil Deeds, kills sin in us, reviveth all Goodness within us, makes us merry in the Lord, rejoices us in Troubles,
his bodye was afflicted, his soule tormented, yet in the middest of these calamities he had a comfort of this spirite, in that he coulde say in fayth, I knowe that my redeemer liueth:
his body was afflicted, his soul tormented, yet in the midst of these calamities he had a Comfort of this Spirit, in that he could say in faith, I know that my redeemer lives:
and helpe of the holy Ghost, as Paul •eacheth vs, to the first Corinthians the ••el•t Chapter, in these wordes, I declare vnto you brethren, that no man can saye that Iesus is the Lorde,
and help of the holy Ghost, as Paul •eacheth us, to the First Corinthians the ••el•t Chapter, in these words, I declare unto you brothers, that no man can say that Iesus is the Lord,
but by the holy Ghost, verse 3. Seeing then wee haue by Christs ascension the first fruites of his spirit, we ought also to ascende with him into 〈 ◊ 〉,
but by the holy Ghost, verse 3. Seeing then we have by Christ Ascension the First fruits of his Spirit, we ought also to ascend with him into 〈 ◊ 〉,
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as Paul saith, Our conuersation is in heauen, from whence wee looke for the Lord Iesus, who shall transfourme our vile body, that it may be made like to his glorious body ▪ Phil. 3. So that as wee haue to learne by Christes resurrection, a spirituall resurrection here in this life from sinne:
as Paul Says, Our Conversation is in heaven, from whence we look for the Lord Iesus, who shall transfourme our vile body, that it may be made like to his glorious body ▪ Philip 3. So that as we have to Learn by Christ's resurrection, a spiritual resurrection Here in this life from sin:
In like sort we learne also by these wordes of Saint Paul, an holy and spirituall ascension into heauen by our desires and thoughts, that we may ioyne to him euen nowe in fayth and spirite, till wee all meete in body there at the fast day.
In like sort we Learn also by these words of Saint Paul, an holy and spiritual Ascension into heaven by our Desires and thoughts, that we may join to him even now in faith and Spirit, till we all meet in body there At the fast day.
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Seeing therefore yt by the blood of Iesus, we may be bold to enter into the holy place, by the new & liuing way which he hath prepared for vs, through the vaile, that is, his flesh,
Seeing Therefore that by the blood of Iesus, we may be bold to enter into the holy place, by the new & living Way which he hath prepared for us, through the veil, that is, his Flesh,
& seeing also we haue an high Priest, which is ouer the house of God, let vs all draw neere with a true heart in assurance of fayth, our hearts being pure from an euill conscience,
& seeing also we have an high Priest, which is over the house of God, let us all draw near with a true heart in assurance of faith, our hearts being pure from an evil conscience,
Let vs keepe the profession of our hope without wauering, and let vs ascende whither our forerunner Iesus Christ is entred and ascended for vs already,
Let us keep the profession of our hope without wavering, and let us ascend whither our forerunner Iesus christ is entered and ascended for us already,
for we beleeue nowe, that Christ hath taken full possession of his most glorious kingdome, & is entred into glory, to whom as Saint Peter sayth, The angels, and powers,
for we believe now, that christ hath taken full possession of his most glorious Kingdom, & is entered into glory, to whom as Saint Peter say, The Angels, and Powers,
the Lord shall send the •odde of thy power out of Sion, be thou buler in the middest of thine enemies ▪ Psal. 110. So that wee may boldly saye as Dauid sayde sometime, The Lorde is our shephearde:
the Lord shall send the •odde of thy power out of Sion, be thou buler in the midst of thine enemies ▪ Psalm 110. So that we may boldly say as David said sometime, The Lord is our shepherd:
and hauing nowe all power and authoritie giuen vnto him, and sitting at the ryght hand of the almightie Father? Surely his seruantes shall enioy all things,
and having now all power and Authority given unto him, and sitting At the right hand of the almighty Father? Surely his Servants shall enjoy all things,
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and which is rysen againe, who is also at the ryght hande of God, and maketh request for vs? Who shall say any thing vnto our charge? who shal condemne vs? If Christ be on our side,
and which is risen again, who is also At the right hand of God, and makes request for us? Who shall say any thing unto our charge? who shall condemn us? If christ be on our side,
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or a Prince to bee his brother? and shall wee bee of so litle fayth, to thinke that wee can lacke ought, hauing GOD the great King ouer al the world, to be our louing Father,
or a Prince to be his brother? and shall we be of so little faith, to think that we can lack ought, having GOD the great King over all the world, to be our loving Father,
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Seeing then that Iesus Christ is of that power, that he is able to bring to passe all thinges, Gods children may assure them selues of a singular defence agaynst all their enemies.
Seeing then that Iesus christ is of that power, that he is able to bring to pass all things, God's children may assure them selves of a singular defence against all their enemies.
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and this is our Christ that sitteth in the heauens for vs. By this his glorie and power euer since his ascending, hee hath mayntayned the estate and welfare of his Congregation,
and this is our christ that Sitteth in the heavens for us By this his glory and power ever since his ascending, he hath maintained the estate and welfare of his Congregation,
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The last thing wee learne by Christes ascension, is this, that he is also ascended to leade captiuitie captiue, that is to say, to beate downe and ouerthrowe all his foes,
The last thing we Learn by Christ's Ascension, is this, that he is also ascended to lead captivity captive, that is to say, to beat down and overthrown all his foes,
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so that as his power is a great comfort to his spouse, so it is as great a terrour and griefe to the wicked reprobates, to thinke or to consider of it.
so that as his power is a great Comfort to his spouse, so it is as great a terror and grief to the wicked Reprobates, to think or to Consider of it.
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The Scriptures, when they will paynt out Christ vnto vs in mercie towarde his Church, they giue him the name of a meeke and gentle Lambe, apparelled in white, making no sturre or cry in the streetes, not breaking a brused reede,
The Scriptures, when they will paint out christ unto us in mercy toward his Church, they give him the name of a meek and gentle Lamb, appareled in white, making no stir or cry in the streets, not breaking a Bruised reed,
after his ascension, they giue him the name and propertie of a fierce Lion, all apparelled in redde and bloody garmentes, with a rodde and scepter of iron in his hande to rule and gouerne all nations.
After his Ascension, they give him the name and property of a fierce lion, all appareled in red and bloody garments, with a rod and sceptre of iron in his hand to Rule and govern all Nations.
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for he saw seuen goldē candlesticks, & in the midst of the seuen golden candlesticks, one like vnto the sonne of mā, clothed with a garmēt downe to the feete,
for he saw seuen golden candlesticks, & in the midst of the seuen golden candlesticks, one like unto the son of man, clothed with a garment down to the feet,
This is that which the holy Ghost spake long since by Dauid, The Lorde reigneth, let the people tremble, hee fitteth betweene the Cherubims, let the earth be mooued, the Lorde is great in Zion,
This is that which the holy Ghost spoke long since by David, The Lord Reigneth, let the people tremble, he fits between the Cherubims, let the earth be moved, the Lord is great in Zion,
The Lorde that is at thy ryght hande, shall wounde Kings in the day of his wrath, he shall bee iudge among the heathen, he shall fill all with dead bodyes,
The Lord that is At thy right hand, shall wound Kings in the day of his wrath, he shall be judge among the heathen, he shall fill all with dead bodies,
when hee consumed the remnant with fire, the Israelites from the bondage of Egypt, and the tyranny of king Pharao, ouerthrowing his euennes in the redde sea,
when he consumed the remnant with fire, the Israelites from the bondage of Egypt, and the tyranny of King Pharaoh, overthrowing his euennes in the red sea,
finally, howe he destroyed the Edomites, the Ammonites, the Moabites, the Philistims, and the Canaanites, they that reade the hystories of ye Bible, shal wel perceiue:
finally, how he destroyed the Edomites, the Ammonites, the Moabites, the philistines, and the Canaanites, they that read the histories of the bible, shall well perceive:
and therefore was immediatly strooken of the angel, and most shamefully eaten vp of wormes, Actes 12. Howe Iulian the Emperour, that wicked forsaker and persecutour of the Christians, was handled by the iustice of God, and ended his life miserably.
and Therefore was immediately strooken of the angel, and most shamefully eaten up of worms, Acts 12. How Iulian the Emperor, that wicked forsaker and persecutor of the Christians, was handled by the Justice of God, and ended his life miserably.
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as if hee had seene Christ, and accused him of his death, as in deede hee was the chiefe authour of it, to punishe that wicked reprobate, which had so before contemned and mocked his worde and Gospel.
as if he had seen christ, and accused him of his death, as in deed he was the chief author of it, to Punish that wicked Reprobate, which had so before contemned and mocked his word and Gospel.
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and poisoned him? and was not Titus a persecuter of the Iewes? Domitian was miserably kylled by one Stephanus his man, Maximinus slayne by his owne armye, Commodus kylled of Narcissus, Macrinus thrust thorowe by his souldiers, Decius killed by his enemies, Valerianus pearsed with a speare of the Persians, Pilate after hee had crucified our Sauiour Christ, within fewe yeeres after, was hee not dryuen to hang him selfe for sorowe,
and poisoned him? and was not Titus a Persecutor of the Iewes? Domitian was miserably killed by one Stephanus his man, Maximinus slain by his own army, Commodus killed of Narcissus, Macrinus thrust thorough by his Soldiers, Decius killed by his enemies, Valerian pierced with a spear of the Persians, Pilate After he had Crucified our Saviour christ, within few Years After, was he not driven to hang him self for sorrow,
as Iudas did before him? Dioclesian and Maximinian, which were the authours of the tenth and last persecution agaynst the Christians, deposed them selues of their imperial function, by the secrete iudgement of God.
as Iudas did before him? Diocletian and Maximinian, which were the Authors of the tenth and last persecution against the Christians, deposed them selves of their imperial function, by the secret judgement of God.
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So that a man may iustly say and confesse with Dauid, Doubtees there is a God that iudgeth in the earth, surely there is a Christ that defendeth his Church:
So that a man may justly say and confess with David, Doubtees there is a God that Judgeth in the earth, surely there is a christ that defendeth his Church:
I woulde admonish therefore the wicked, and the obstinate, and persecuting Papistes of Christes Gospel, to learne to take heede by these lessons aboue rehearsed,
I would admonish Therefore the wicked, and the obstinate, and persecuting Papists of Christ's Gospel, to Learn to take heed by these Lessons above rehearsed,
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and not to goe on stil to prouoke and kindle the great wrath and anger of Christ against them, seeing hee is armed with vengeance and te••our agaynst them,
and not to go on still to provoke and kindle the great wrath and anger of christ against them, seeing he is armed with vengeance and te••our against them,
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The first poynt was of the ascension it selfe, not into the ayre or cloudes, but into heauen, proued by the manifest woorde of God, the holy scriptures:
The First point was of the Ascension it self, not into the air or Clouds, but into heaven, proved by the manifest word of God, the holy Scriptures:
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and the comfort that we conceiue by his so glorious ascension into heauen for vs. Nowe let vs humble our selues before this Lorde Iesus Christ, in giuing him first most heartie and intire thankes for all his benefites bestowed vpon vs, especially for this, that hee hath ascended into heauen as a conquerour,
and the Comfort that we conceive by his so glorious Ascension into heaven for us Now let us humble our selves before this Lord Iesus christ, in giving him First most hearty and entire thanks for all his benefits bestowed upon us, especially for this, that he hath ascended into heaven as a conqueror,
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and let vs pray vnto him, that as hee is ascended alreadie in body, so we in the meane while may thither ascende in minde and heart, where true ioyes are only to be found.
and let us pray unto him, that as he is ascended already in body, so we in the mean while may thither ascend in mind and heart, where true Joys Are only to be found.
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And seeing he is made gouernour of heauē, and earth and al, pray we him, that he would gouerne and defende vs here in earth, by the assistaunce of his holy spirite, tyll wee all mee•e together at our generall ascension in the vnitie of faith,
And seeing he is made governor of heaven, and earth and all, pray we him, that he would govern and defend us Here in earth, by the assistance of his holy Spirit, till we all mee•e together At our general Ascension in the unity of faith,
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And because hee is of power sufficient, let vs beseeche him, to brydle and stoppe the mouthes of 〈 ◊ 〉, to confounde Antichrist, which seeketh by al meanes to extinguish his trueth, that hee would also hasten his 〈 ◊ 〉 vnto iudgement for his elects sake, which grone vnder the crosse.
And Because he is of power sufficient, let us beseech him, to bridle and stop the mouths of 〈 ◊ 〉, to confound Antichrist, which seeks by all means to extinguish his truth, that he would also hasten his 〈 ◊ 〉 unto judgement for his elects sake, which groan under the cross.
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For as concerning the other articles of our sauiour Christes person, which are the fiue former, we beleeue most constantly, that they are al already perfourmed and verified:
For as Concerning the other Articles of our Saviour Christ's person, which Are the fiue former, we believe most constantly, that they Are all already performed and verified:
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I that am a Christian man, womā, or childe, do beleeue assuredly, that Christ shall come againe visibly in the great and latter daye of iudgement, with glorie and power from heauen,
I that am a Christian man, woman, or child, do believe assuredly, that christ shall come again visibly in the great and latter day of judgement, with glory and power from heaven,
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and those that he shal finde aliue at his cōming, and that none shall escape his iudgement seate, 2. Cor. 5. to this ende, that the good may be rewarded with euerlasting life and immortalitie,
and those that he shall find alive At his coming, and that none shall escape his judgement seat, 2. Cor. 5. to this end, that the good may be rewarded with everlasting life and immortality,
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and from the glory of his power, 2. Thes. 1. The Lord Iesus euen in this life, doeth shewe and set foorth vnto all the worlde most wonderfull signes and tokens, both of his mercy to the elect, and iustice to ye reprobate:
and from the glory of his power, 2. Thebes 1. The Lord Iesus even in this life, doth show and Set forth unto all the world most wonderful Signs and tokens, both of his mercy to the elect, and Justice to the Reprobate:
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but because his kingdome is not of this worlde, therefore our faith must amount hier to consider of his last comming, wherein hee shall shewe as great glorie and maiestie,
but Because his Kingdom is not of this world, Therefore our faith must amount hire to Consider of his last coming, wherein he shall show as great glory and majesty,
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so that although many men thinke that there is no generall iudgement, yet at the last, they shall feele that this iudge shal summō them all to appeare most fearefully before his imperiall throne of maiestie.
so that although many men think that there is no general judgement, yet At the last, they shall feel that this judge shall summon them all to appear most fearfully before his imperial throne of majesty.
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lest either the wisedome of the flesh or mās reason, or the multitude of ye wicked should be able iustly to charge vs (as they do most vniustly) that we faine to our selues a God, a Lord, a Christ,
lest either the Wisdom of the Flesh or men reason, or the multitude of the wicked should be able justly to charge us (as they do most unjustly) that we feign to our selves a God, a Lord, a christ,
They doe in deede bende their tongues like bowes, to shoote out blasphemies against the Lord, saying, Where is the promise of his comming? But let those men vnderstande, that as the Lorde Iesus was seene to goe vp into heauen,
They do in deed bend their tongues like bows, to shoot out Blasphemies against the Lord, saying, Where is the promise of his coming? But let those men understand, that as the Lord Iesus was seen to go up into heaven,
It is meete then, and requisite, that he that was (for our saluation before the iudgement seat of mā) vniustly condemned, shoulde shewe in the ende howe great his iurisdictiō and authoritie ouer al flesh is, and what his iustice requireth.
It is meet then, and requisite, that he that was (for our salvation before the judgement seat of man) unjustly condemned, should show in the end how great his jurisdiction and Authority over all Flesh is, and what his Justice requires.
Seeing then we must all appeare before the iudgement seate of Christ, to receiue euery man according to his woorkes which he hath done here in his body,
Seeing then we must all appear before the judgement seat of christ, to receive every man according to his works which he hath done Here in his body,
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But before we speak of these things in order, we must answere to an obiection, which is cōmonly made of the vnskilfull and vnlearned against this iudgement:
But before we speak of these things in order, we must answer to an objection, which is commonly made of the unskilful and unlearned against this judgement:
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this we doe beleeue to bee past and fulfilled already according to the Prophets, against that wicked opinion of the Iewes, which deny he is come in the flesh.
this we do believe to be past and fulfilled already according to the prophets, against that wicked opinion of the Iewes, which deny he is come in the Flesh.
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then is he sayde to come vnto vs. Of this cōming vnto euery faithfull mans conscience, our sauiour speaketh of in the 14. of Saint Iohns Gospel on this wyse, If any man loue me, hee will keepe my worde,
then is he said to come unto us Of this coming unto every faithful men conscience, our Saviour speaks of in the 14. of Saint Iohns Gospel on this wise, If any man love me, he will keep my word,
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& although hee were most falsly iudged and condemned, yet shall he iudge his enemies most truely, Iohn 8. frō whose iudgement it shall not be lawful for any man to appeale.
& although he were most falsely judged and condemned, yet shall he judge his enemies most truly, John 8. from whose judgement it shall not be lawful for any man to appeal.
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as Paul sayth, Hee will lighten the things hid in darkenesse, and make the counsels of the heartes manifest, 1. Cor. 4. His sentence shall be sincere and sounde, not partial, inclining more to one part,
as Paul say, He will lighten the things hid in darkness, and make the Counsels of the hearts manifest, 1. Cor. 4. His sentence shall be sincere and sound, not partial, inclining more to one part,
for to him is al iudgement committted, & the father doth iudge in the person of his sonne, Iohn. 5. because all men shoulde honour the sonne, as they honour ye father.
for to him is all judgement committed, & the father does judge in the person of his son, John. 5. Because all men should honour the son, as they honour you father.
As concerning the good, y• Christ shall be their only iudge, they cā not but greatly reioyce & conceiue a wonderful comfort, yt their sauiour & brother shal be their iudge, who although he wil not iudge partially,
As Concerning the good, y• christ shall be their only judge, they can not but greatly rejoice & conceive a wondered Comfort, that their Saviour & brother shall be their judge, who although he will not judge partially,
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For how should we feare, whē Christ wil make vs iudges with him? as he sayth, Ye that haue folowed me in ye regeneratiō, shal sit vpō twelue thrones,
For how should we Fear, when christ will make us judges with him? as he say, You that have followed me in you regeneration, shall fit upon twelue thrones,
This certainly is no smal comfort for weake cōsciences, to consider yt the prince shal iudge his owne people & subiectes, the head his members, & the aduocate his clients.
This Certainly is not small Comfort for weak Consciences, to Consider that the Prince shall judge his own people & Subjects, the head his members, & the advocate his Clients.
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How then can he condemne those, for whose safegard he doth come, & will ratifye y• promise of euerlasting blisse, which he hath promised here in this life by his Gospel? We shal not thē be cited before any other tribunall seate, thē of our louing bridegrōe, who shal make himselfe ready to receiue his spouse & wife, vnto himselfe for euer.
How then can he condemn those, for whose safeguard he does come, & will ratify y• promise of everlasting bliss, which he hath promised Here in this life by his Gospel? We shall not them be cited before any other tribunal seat, them of our loving bridegrone, who shall make himself ready to receive his spouse & wife, unto himself for ever.
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Paul whē he considered of this iudge and iudgemēt, reioyced euē in prisō, yt a crowne of righteousnes was laid vp for him, which the righteous iudge Christ Iesus would giue vnto him in yt day, 2. Tim. 4. And here we learne a very good lesson by the way, yt if Christ be our iudge, we must (whē we cā not haue redresse here,
Paul when he considered of this judge and judgement, rejoiced even in prison, that a crown of righteousness was laid up for him, which the righteous judge christ Iesus would give unto him in that day, 2. Tim. 4. And Here we Learn a very good Lesson by the Way, that if christ be our judge, we must (when we can not have redress Here,
So that we must not, which are priuate men, reuenge our owne quarels and iniuries, but commit them al to him without murmuring, and hee will iudge them iustly.
So that we must not, which Are private men, revenge our own quarrels and injuries, but commit them all to him without murmuring, and he will judge them justly.
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hee doeth comfort them in this respect, yt Christ wil come to iudge their cause, saying, Be patient, brethren, vntill the comming of the Lord, and settle your heartes:
he doth Comfort them in this respect, that christ will come to judge their cause, saying, Be patient, brothers, until the coming of the Lord, and settle your hearts:
We see then that we must commit our causes to Christ, & offer our complaintes against the wicked to him, and then doutles with our eyes we shal behold & see the reward of the wicked, Psal. 91. As this is very comfortable doctrine to the godly, to heare that Christ is their iudge and auditor of al their causes:
We see then that we must commit our Causes to christ, & offer our complaints against the wicked to him, and then doubtless with our eyes we shall behold & see the reward of the wicked, Psalm 91. As this is very comfortable Doctrine to the godly, to hear that christ is their judge and auditor of all their Causes:
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so is it as doleful and grieuous a thing to the wicked and cast awaies, to wey with themselues, that Christ their enemy shalbe their iudge, whome they haue alwayes in their life time hated, made a mocke of,
so is it as doleful and grievous a thing to the wicked and cast aways, to weigh with themselves, that christ their enemy shall their judge, whom they have always in their life time hated, made a mock of,
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for the great day of his wrath is come, and who can stande? These and the like wordes shall they vtter for dolour and anguish of minde, and yet finde no comfort:
for the great day of his wrath is come, and who can stand? These and the like words shall they utter for dolour and anguish of mind, and yet find no Comfort:
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The persōs that shall come before this iudge to be examined and trìed in iudgement, they are sayde here to be the quicke and the dead, that is to say, al, both ye liuing and the dead.
The Persons that shall come before this judge to be examined and trìed in judgement, they Are said Here to be the quick and the dead, that is to say, all, both you living and the dead.
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because they are mortal, how is it said here, that some shall be quicke and aliue at the comming of Christ? To this wee make answere, that they that shalbe aliue at the second comming of Christ to iudgement shall as it were dye,
Because they Are Mortal, how is it said Here, that Some shall be quick and alive At the coming of christ? To this we make answer, that they that shall alive At the second coming of christ to judgement shall as it were die,
and this is the meaning of Paul, 1 Corinth. 15. Wee shal not all dye, that is, wee shall not all be layde in the graue as others, but we shall all be in a moment altered, which shalbe in steade of a death vnto vs. So we see what we haue to answere to this question.
and this is the meaning of Paul, 1 Corinth. 15. we shall not all die, that is, we shall not all be laid in the graven as Others, but we shall all be in a moment altered, which shall in stead of a death unto us So we see what we have to answer to this question.
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The persons then yt are to be sūmoned & cited to appeare by ye voyce of ye Archangel & trūpet of God, in a woord generally are all men, that euer haue bene from the first man Adam,
The Persons then that Are to be summoned & cited to appear by you voice of you Archangel & trumpet of God, in a word generally Are all men, that ever have be from the First man Adam,
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and are made manifest vnto God, and I trust also that we are made manifest vnto your consciences, 2. Corin. 5. Fourthly, let vs see the maner and order of this generall iudgement.
and Are made manifest unto God, and I trust also that we Are made manifest unto your Consciences, 2. Corin. 5. Fourthly, let us see the manner and order of this general judgement.
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then shall the king say to them on his right hand, Come ye blessed of my Father, take the inheritance of the kingdome prepared for you, from the foundation of the world:
then shall the King say to them on his right hand, Come you blessed of my Father, take the inheritance of the Kingdom prepared for you, from the Foundation of the world:
and the elementes shall melt with heate, and the earth with the woorkes that are therein, shalbe burnt vp. 2. Pet. 3. S. Iohn in the Reuelation doeth very effectually expresse this thing in like maner:
and the elements shall melt with heat, and the earth with the works that Are therein, shall burned up. 2. Pet. 3. S. John in the Revelation doth very effectually express this thing in like manner:
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20. Wee learne this good lesson by it, as Peter doeth teach vs, that seeing the maner of this great and last day of iudgement by Christ, shall be so terrible in respect of the alteration of the creatures, wee ought to be holy in all conuersation and godlinesse, looking,
20. we Learn this good Lesson by it, as Peter doth teach us, that seeing the manner of this great and last day of judgement by christ, shall be so terrible in respect of the alteration of the creatures, we ought to be holy in all Conversation and godliness, looking,
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as it had a beginning, contrary to the false opinion of the Philosophers and wicked Atheistes of our time, which thinke that all things shall continue (as they doe) for euer.
as it had a beginning, contrary to the false opinion of the Philosophers and wicked Atheists of our time, which think that all things shall continue (as they do) for ever.
Nowe as concerning the time, our Sauiour Christ hath forewarned vs, that it is not for vs to knowe the times and seasons which the father hath put in his owne power, Act. 1. For of that daye and houre, knoweth no man:
Now as Concerning the time, our Saviour christ hath forewarned us, that it is not for us to know the times and seasons which the father hath put in his own power, Act. 1. For of that day and hour, Knoweth no man:
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no not the angels which are in heauen, neyther the Sonne him selfe, but my Father onely (saith Christ.) Which is to be vnderstoode, that Christ knoweth not the latter day as hee is man,
no not the Angels which Are in heaven, neither the Son him self, but my Father only (Says christ.) Which is to be understood, that christ Knoweth not the latter day as he is man,
But although this day and houre be vnknowen, yet notwithstanding, our Sauiour Christ hath giuen vs signes and tokens of his comming, which may sturre vs vp the more warily to waite for his comming.
But although this day and hour be unknown, yet notwithstanding, our Saviour christ hath given us Signs and tokens of his coming, which may stir us up the more warily to wait for his coming.
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and the Gospel shall bee preached vnto all nations, and then shall the end come. Furthermore there shalbe signes in the sunne, and in the moone, and in the starres:
and the Gospel shall be preached unto all Nations, and then shall the end come. Furthermore there shall Signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the Stars:
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I praye God, the Lord Iesus may finde vs as good seruants, doing his will and woorke at his comming, that wee may haue our candles burning in our handes, with oyle in our lampes,
I pray God, the Lord Iesus may find us as good Servants, doing his will and work At his coming, that we may have our Candles burning in our hands, with oil in our lamps,
The place also is to be considered, the nations and kinreds of the people that shall appeare that day, are so many and innumerable, that the earth shall not bee able to conteyne them all:
The place also is to be considered, the Nations and kindreds of the people that shall appear that day, Are so many and innumerable, that the earth shall not be able to contain them all:
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& liued in pleasure and delites of the fleshe, may be iustly punished as they haue well deserued, with euerlasting fire & brimstone, which is the second death.
& lived in pleasure and delights of the Flesh, may be justly punished as they have well deserved, with everlasting fire & brimstone, which is the second death.
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for neither are ye godly and ryghteous rewarded many times in this life, neyther are the vngodly punished for their offences while they liue here, for the most part.
for neither Are you godly and righteous rewarded many times in this life, neither Are the ungodly punished for their offences while they live Here, for the most part.
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the one sort saith he, shall goe into euerlasting life, and the other sort into euerlasting fire, Matth. 25. Saint Paul likewise doth make mention of these causes, in the second epist.
the one sort Says he, shall go into everlasting life, and the other sort into everlasting fire, Matthew 25. Saint Paul likewise does make mention of these Causes, in the second Epistle.
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of the Thessalonians, the first chapter, shewing as well what the good shall haue, as the bad, saying on this wise, It is a righteous thing with God, to recompense tribulation to them that trouble you,
of the Thessalonians, the First chapter, showing as well what the good shall have, as the bad, saying on this wise, It is a righteous thing with God, to recompense tribulation to them that trouble you,
and to you which are troubled, rest with vs, when the Lord Iesus shall shewe him selfe from heauen with his mighty angels in flaming fire, rendring vengeance vnto them that do not knowe GOD,
and to you which Are troubled, rest with us, when the Lord Iesus shall show him self from heaven with his mighty Angels in flaming fire, rendering vengeance unto them that do not know GOD,
Here wee may haue a notable discourse, as is in any place of scripture, why our sauiour Christ shal come to iudgement, both in respect of the good and bad:
Here we may have a notable discourse, as is in any place of scripture, why our Saviour christ shall come to judgement, both in respect of the good and bad:
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This day is greatly desired and longed for of the godly, and especially of the true ministers of Christes Gospell, that their cause may bee knowen to bee good agaynst the wicked,
This day is greatly desired and longed for of the godly, and especially of the true Ministers of Christ's Gospel, that their cause may be known to be good against the wicked,
Tell them of this day, and terrifie them with it, they make a mocke at it, they count them for fooles and simple persons, that liue a godly and Christian life:
Tell them of this day, and terrify them with it, they make a mock At it, they count them for Fools and simple Persons, that live a godly and Christian life:
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yea, they shall confesse themselues starke fooles, and the godlie men to bee wise in deede, Wisedome 5. Christ Iesus shall bee that great Lorde and riche master of the house, which shall come to take an account of his seruantes talentes giuen vnto them to encrease and vse to his honour and glory,
yea, they shall confess themselves stark Fools, and the godly men to be wise in deed, Wisdom 5. christ Iesus shall be that great Lord and rich master of the house, which shall come to take an account of his Servants Talents given unto them to increase and use to his honour and glory,
This shalbe the newe married bridegrome and husbande, which shall come to make a choise of the wise and chaste virgins, which haue kept them selues pure vnto him, from the foolishe and vnchaste, which haue defyled them selues with the wicked worlde.
This shall the new married bridegroom and husband, which shall come to make a choice of the wise and chaste Virgins, which have kept them selves pure unto him, from the foolish and unchaste, which have defiled them selves with the wicked world.
In that day Christ shalbe that good and diligent husbandman, which shal come to gather the wheate in the time of haruest into his barnes for his owne vse,
In that day christ shall that good and diligent husbandman, which shall come to gather the wheat in the time of harvest into his Barns for his own use,
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And to conclude, hee shall be that great shepheard which shall diuide the lambes and sheepe from the goates, the one to sitte on his right hande in ioy, the other to sitte on his lift hande in sorowe:
And to conclude, he shall be that great shepherd which shall divide the Lambs and sheep from the Goats, the one to sit on his right hand in joy, the other to sit on his lift hand in sorrow:
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to this ende no doubt shall our sauiour Christe come, and then shall it be saide, O happie and thrise happie was hee that was a faithfull seruant, a chaste virgin to Christ, the good corne, the meeke lambe of Iesus Christ.
to this end no doubt shall our Saviour Christ come, and then shall it be said, Oh happy and thrice happy was he that was a faithful servant, a chaste Virgae to christ, the good corn, the meek lamb of Iesus christ.
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This day can not bee fearefull to the godly, for it is called our blessed hope, Titus. 2. and the godly doe loue it, 2. Timothie 4. If it bee fearefull and terrible to any,
This day can not be fearful to the godly, for it is called our blessed hope, Titus. 2. and the godly do love it, 2. Timothy 4. If it be fearful and terrible to any,
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as it is, it is to those that haue no hope of heauen, and to those that put their whole pleasure and felicitie here belowe in their money and ill gotten ryches.
as it is, it is to those that have no hope of heaven, and to those that put their Whole pleasure and felicity Here below in their money and ill got riches.
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yea, it shall make them all to quake for feare, for they shall haue their part in the lake that burneth with fyre and brymstone, which is the seconde death, Reuelation 21. This day and the cogitation thereof, serueth most fitly, to put men in mynde of their dueties and callyngs before the Lorde,
yea, it shall make them all to quake for Fear, for they shall have their part in the lake that burns with fire and brimstone, which is the seconde death, Revelation 21. This day and the cogitation thereof, serveth most fitly, to put men in mind of their duties and callings before the Lord,
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and then shall hee giue to euery man according to his deedes, Mat. 16. so doth Paul charge Timo. especially by this iudgement day, saying, I charge thee before God,
and then shall he give to every man according to his Deeds, Mathew 16. so does Paul charge Timothy especially by this judgement day, saying, I charge thee before God,
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and in his kingdome, Preach the worde, be instant, in season and out of season, improoue, rebuke, exhort with al long suffering and doctrine, 2. Timothie 4. As if hee shoulde say in effect, There is a day of iudgement kept in store, therefore doe thy duetie diligently.
and in his Kingdom, Preach the word, be instant, in season and out of season, improve, rebuke, exhort with all long suffering and Doctrine, 2. Timothy 4. As if he should say in Effect, There is a day of judgement kept in store, Therefore do thy duty diligently.
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For Christ shall pronounce the definitiue sentence vpon all men according to their workes, not that the godly haue deserued or merited heauen by their good workes, that is too great a thing to bee gotten by woorkes:
For christ shall pronounce the definitive sentence upon all men according to their works, not that the godly have deserved or merited heaven by their good works, that is too great a thing to be got by works:
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and that the kingdome was prepared for thē before they were borne, or did any good workes for it, yea, before the fundations of the worlde were layde, as Paul Ephes. 1, sheweth most notably.
and that the Kingdom was prepared for them before they were born, or did any good works for it, yea, before the foundations of the world were laid, as Paul Ephesians 1, shows most notably.
Ioyne moreouer vertue with your faith, & with vertue, knowledge, with knowledge, tēperance, with tēperāce, patience, with patience, godlines, with godlines, brotherly kindnesse, & with brotherly kindnes, loue.
Join moreover virtue with your faith, & with virtue, knowledge, with knowledge, temperance, with temperance, patience, with patience, godliness, with godliness, brotherly kindness, & with brotherly kindness, love.
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We haue heard nowe the sixe articles that appertaine to the person of Iesus Christ, and conteine the benefites he hath wrought for vs, wherein is our whole saluation.
We have herd now the sixe Articles that appertain to the person of Iesus christ, and contain the benefits he hath wrought for us, wherein is our Whole salvation.
and purgation for thy vnclennes, reconciliation, mortification of the flesh, and at a worde, all treasures of euery heauēly gift, thou hast them all in Iesus Christ,
and purgation for thy uncleanness, reconciliation, mortification of the Flesh, and At a word, all treasures of every heavenly gift, thou hast them all in Iesus christ,
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and redemption, that thou shouldest glorie in him alone ▪ Take heede therefore, that seeing he is all in all to thee, that thou goe not from him to any other, or ascribe any one part or portion, neuer so litle, of thy saluation to any creature whatsoeuer.
and redemption, that thou Shouldst glory in him alone ▪ Take heed Therefore, that seeing he is all in all to thee, that thou go not from him to any other, or ascribe any one part or portion, never so little, of thy salvation to any creature whatsoever.
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Well, to conclude this article, let vs giue to Iesus Christ most humble and heartie thanks, that he wil one day come downe from heauen, to fetche vs vp thither vnto him, to immortall blessednesse:
Well, to conclude this article, let us give to Iesus christ most humble and hearty thanks, that he will one day come down from heaven, to fetch us up thither unto him, to immortal blessedness:
HAuing ended two partes of our Christian faith, ye one cōcerning God the father in the first article, the other concerning Iesus Christ, the second person in trinitie, conteined in the sixe articles folowing:
Having ended two parts of our Christian faith, you one Concerning God the father in the First article, the other Concerning Iesus christ, the second person in trinity, contained in the sixe Articles following:
I beleeue in the holy Ghost, that is to say, I that am a Christian man, do beleeue and trust in God the holy ghost, the third person in the blessed trinitie, which proceedeth equally from the father and the sonne, being the naturall & essentiall power of them both, & of the same substance.
I believe in the holy Ghost, that is to say, I that am a Christian man, do believe and trust in God the holy ghost, the third person in the blessed trinity, which Proceedeth equally from the father and the son, being the natural & essential power of them both, & of the same substance.
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as well in it selfe, as in man, in whose heart it worketh, and moueth him forward to that which is good, to imbrace and followe it with all earnestnes,
as well in it self, as in man, in whose heart it works, and moves him forward to that which is good, to embrace and follow it with all earnestness,
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And that the holy ghost is God, which certaine heretikes haue denied, it is manifest in the fift chapter of the Actes of the Apostles, where saint Peter speaking of the holy ghost, nameth him God.
And that the holy ghost is God, which certain Heretics have denied, it is manifest in the fift chapter of the Acts of the Apostles, where saint Peter speaking of the holy ghost, names him God.
For he reprehendeth Ananias and Sapphira his wife, for their hypocrisy and dissimulation, and telleth them that they lyed vnto the holy ghost, and immediatly after sayth, that they lyed not vnto man, but vnto God.
For he reprehendeth Ananias and Sapphira his wife, for their hypocrisy and dissimulation, and Telleth them that they lied unto the holy ghost, and immediately After say, that they lied not unto man, but unto God.
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and secretly by his power and maiestie, preserued and maintained it from falling to nothing. Dauid saieth, All things were made and created by the breath of his mouth.
and secretly by his power and majesty, preserved and maintained it from falling to nothing. David Saith, All things were made and created by the breath of his Mouth.
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If this be so, thē we rightly beleeue in the holy ghost, & here we gather this singular comfort, that we may pray to this holy ghost at all times for his helpe,
If this be so, them we rightly believe in the holy ghost, & Here we gather this singular Comfort, that we may pray to this holy ghost At all times for his help,
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For verily, except he were God, Christ would not cōmaunde his disciples to baptise in the name of the holy ghost, putting him in equall condition and estate with the father, and him selfe:
For verily, except he were God, christ would not command his Disciples to baptise in the name of the holy ghost, putting him in equal condition and estate with the father, and him self:
the effects of the holy ghost in him selfe, are the creation of the worlde, the preseruation of it with al things therein, from the beginning vnto this day.
the effects of the holy ghost in him self, Are the creation of the world, the preservation of it with all things therein, from the beginning unto this day.
when as it doeth create in our heartes and beget yt excellent instrument of faith, ye chiefest worke of ye spirit, which bringeth foorth as a most fruitefull tree, all other good fruites and workes of a Christiā man.
when as it doth create in our hearts and beget that excellent Instrument of faith, the chiefest work of you Spirit, which brings forth as a most fruitful tree, all other good fruits and works of a Christian man.
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By this faith (after it is wrought in vs by the motion and operation of the holy spirite, wee apprehend and take holde of all Christes benefites, merites, works,
By this faith (After it is wrought in us by the motion and operation of the holy Spirit, we apprehend and take hold of all Christ's benefits, merits, works,
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& therfore he is called ye holy spirit, for this worke of holines in vs. For as it is proper to ye father to create, to ye sonne to redeeme and rāsome:
& Therefore he is called you holy Spirit, for this work of holiness in us For as it is proper to you father to create, to the son to Redeem and ransom:
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And of this effect doth S. Paul speake in the 1. Cor. 6. shewing the Corinthians that they were wicked men, as fornicatours, idolatours, extortioners, couetous, theeues & such like,
And of this Effect does S. Paul speak in the 1. Cor. 6. showing the Corinthians that they were wicked men, as fornicators, Idolaters, extortioners, covetous, thieves & such like,
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Wherefore, it is fitly compared to a seale, whereby al ye promises of ye blessings of God through Christ, are deepely ingrauen in our hearts, yt they cā neuer thēce be rased out any more, but shal cōtinue for euer.
Wherefore, it is fitly compared to a seal, whereby all you promises of you blessings of God through christ, Are deeply engraved in our hearts, that they can never thence be rased out any more, but shall continue for ever.
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yet in respect of ye diuers & sundry effects & operatiōs of him in ye church of Christ, hee is called & termed by ye name of seuē spirits, yt is, of many, for his manifold gifts.
yet in respect of you diverse & sundry effects & operations of him in you Church of christ, he is called & termed by you name of seuē spirits, that is, of many, for his manifold Gifts.
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The holy Apostle, rekoning vp the diuersities of the giftes of the holy spirit, affirmeth alwayes, That it is one and the selfe same spirit, that giueth these things,
The holy Apostle, reckoning up the diversities of the Gifts of the holy Spirit, Affirmeth always, That it is one and the self same Spirit, that gives these things,
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as ye gift of wisedome, of knowledge, of faith, of healing, of miracles, of prophecie, of discerning spirites, of tongues, of interpretation of tongues:
as you gift of Wisdom, of knowledge, of faith, of healing, of Miracles, of prophecy, of discerning spirits, of tongues, of Interpretation of tongues:
al these thinges (sayethe he) worketh one and the same spirit, distributing to euery man seuerally as he wil, 1. Cor. 12. This doeth also teache vs, that this spirit hath most plentifull store of giftes, to enriche the body of the Church of Christ,
all these things (Saith he) works one and the same Spirit, distributing to every man severally as he will, 1. Cor. 12. This doth also teach us, that this Spirit hath most plentiful store of Gifts, to enrich the body of the Church of christ,
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and that there is no want or lacke in him. A great cōfort vnto vs to knowe, whither to resort incōtinently for any good gifte, & to haue it forthwith:
and that there is no want or lack in him. A great Comfort unto us to know, whither to resort incontinently for any good gift, & to have it forthwith:
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This spirit was so necessary, yt our sauiour promised to send it aboue all things to his disciples, to comfort them wt, when he departed from them.
This Spirit was so necessary, that our Saviour promised to send it above all things to his Disciples, to Comfort them with, when he departed from them.
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For he breathed vpon them, and said, Receiue yee the holy ghost, Ioh. 20. And afterwarde sent it downe more plentifully vpon them, in the likenes of fire and clouen tongues, Act. 2. Wher with they were not a little cōforted in their miseries & troubles against their aduersaries, which were not able to resist them, speaking with this holy spirite, Act. 6. This spirit is sayd to haue diuers names & appellations in ye scriptures, to comfort vs withal in tētations.
For he breathed upon them, and said, Receive ye the holy ghost, John 20. And afterward sent it down more plentifully upon them, in the likeness of fire and cloven tongues, Act. 2. Where with they were not a little comforted in their misery's & Troubles against their Adversaries, which were not able to resist them, speaking with this holy Spirit, Act. 6. This Spirit is said to have diverse names & appellations in you Scriptures, to Comfort us withal in tentations.
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sōetime he is named ye autor of light, because he doth illuminate, & enlightē our darke & blind hearts, wt the bright sunbeāes of his wil & pleasure.
sonetime he is nam the author of Light, Because he does illuminate, & enlighten our dark & blind hearts, with the bright sunbeanes of his will & pleasure.
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How heauie we are wt sin, our cōsciences (if we examine thē wel) wil tel vs. Wherefore we cānot but sinke, being tossed in ye waues of ye sea of this world,
How heavy we Are with since, our Consciences (if we examine them well) will tell us Wherefore we cannot but sink, being tossed in you waves of you sea of this world,
& drowned with ye inordinate desires, passiōs, & affectiōs of this life, being altogether voyde of this spirite, which should beare vs vp frō these surges & tēpests of this life.
& drowned with you inordinate Desires, passion, & affections of this life, being altogether void of this Spirit, which should bear us up from these surges & tempests of this life.
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Wherfore Paul wel weying wt himselfe this dāger, if we were destitute of ye holy ghost, willeth vs yt we should not be drūke wt wine, wherin is excesse,
Wherefore Paul well weighin with himself this danger, if we were destitute of you holy ghost, wills us that we should not be drunk with wine, wherein is excess,
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Therefore is it, yt he so oftē times cōmādeth vs to walke in ye spirit, & to do ye works of ye spirite, which are loue, ioy, peace, long suffering, gētlenes, goodnesse, faith, meekenes, tēperāce.
Therefore is it, that he so often times commands us to walk in you Spirit, & to do you works of you Spirit, which Are love, joy, peace, long suffering, gentleness, Goodness, faith, meekness, temperance.
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for tell me, I pray you, what is the cause why so many now a dayes run headlong to all wickednesse & abominatiōs? some to whoredōe, some to couetousnes, some to drūkēnes, some to pride, some to theft & robberies, some to one sin,
for tell me, I pray you, what is the cause why so many now a days run headlong to all wickedness & abominations? Some to whoredone, Some to covetousness, Some to Drunkenness, Some to pride, Some to theft & robberies, Some to one since,
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& some to another? what is the reasō, I say, but only this, because God hath not giuē his holy spirit vnto thē, to defēd thē frō these euils & mischiefs? And this cause doth S. Iude render in his Epistle,
& Some to Another? what is the reason, I say, but only this, Because God hath not given his holy Spirit unto them, to defend them from these evils & mischiefs? And this cause does S. Iude render in his Epistle,
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for hauing rekoned vp the natural properties & conditions of the wicked & reprobate, namely, that they were despisers of gouernment & autoryty, (as ye Anabaptistes are) defilers of ye fleshe, liuing in pleasure, murmurers, complayners, walking after their owne lusts, speaking proud things, flatterers & such like.
for having reckoned up the natural properties & conditions of the wicked & Reprobate, namely, that they were despisers of government & autoryty, (as you Anabaptists Are) defilers of the Flesh, living in pleasure, murmurers, complainers, walking After their own Lustiest, speaking proud things, Flatterers & such like.
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for thē should they haue it, Iam. 1. By the lacke and want of this spirite in other men, wee may easily see what a benefite we haue by him, to keepe and defende vs so mercifully euery houre, in all our waies and actions of our life.
for them should they have it, Iam. 1. By the lack and want of this Spirit in other men, we may Easily see what a benefit we have by him, to keep and defend us so mercifully every hour, in all our ways and actions of our life.
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as we see in Moses a singular man, being left to his owne will and choyse but a litle, he fell twise together to doubt and distrust of the power of the Lorde,
as we see in Moses a singular man, being left to his own will and choice but a little, he fell twice together to doubt and distrust of the power of the Lord,
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and to feede the Israelites with flesh, being sixe hundred thousand men, for a moneths space, Numb. 11. & 20. So Dauid, being not vpholden with this spirit,
and to feed the Israelites with Flesh, being sixe hundred thousand men, for a months Molle, Numb. 11. & 20. So David, being not upholden with this Spirit,
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And that he meant this of the spirit, Iohn immediately declareth, saying, This spake he of the spirit, which they that beleeued in him, should receiue, Iohn 7. As water therfore doeth cleanse and purifie the filthie and vncleane in bodie being washed with it,
And that he meant this of the Spirit, John immediately Declareth, saying, This spoke he of the Spirit, which they that believed in him, should receive, John 7. As water Therefore doth cleanse and purify the filthy and unclean in body being washed with it,
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And so by and by sayth, I will put my spirit within you, Ezech. 36. Of this pure water speaketh the Apostle to the Hebr. 10. chap. This spirit is moreouer likened to oyle,
And so by and by say, I will put my Spirit within you, Ezekiel 36. Of this pure water speaks the Apostle to the Hebrew 10. chap. This Spirit is moreover likened to oil,
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& inlighten our ignorant hearts, as Paul saith, Arise thou that sleepest, & Christ shal giue thee light, Ephe. 5. Lift thou vp the light of thy coūtenāce vpō vs, Psal. 4. Thirdly it is cōpared to a great & mighty winde, Act. 2. For as windes doe purge & make wholsome ye aire from his infectiō & cōtagiousnes:
& inlighten our ignorant hearts, as Paul Says, Arise thou that Sleepest, & christ shall give thee Light, Ephes 5. Lift thou up the Light of thy countenance upon us, Psalm 4. Thirdly it is compared to a great & mighty wind, Act. 2. For as winds do purge & make wholesome the air from his infection & contagiousness:
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and regenerateth and renueth vs againe by the immortall seede of the worde, 1. Pet. 2. whereby we are borne anewe, that we may enter into the kingdome of heauen, Ioh. 3. The spirite of God is also likened vnto a winde in this respect:
and regenerateth and Reneweth us again by the immortal seed of the word, 1. Pet. 2. whereby we Are born anew, that we may enter into the Kingdom of heaven, John 3. The Spirit of God is also likened unto a wind in this respect:
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and teacheth them to kéepe their vessels in all puritie and holinesse of life, and not in lust of concupiscence as the wicked doe, which knowe not God.
and Teaches them to keep their vessels in all purity and holiness of life, and not in lust of concupiscence as the wicked doe, which know not God.
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as Paul sayeth, Knowe ye not, that your body is the tēple of the holy Ghost? 1. Corinth. 3. & 6. 2. Cor. 6. Seeing this is so, we must prepare our houses,
as Paul Saith, Know you not, that your body is the temple of the holy Ghost? 1. Corinth. 3. & 6. 2. Cor. 6. Seeing this is so, we must prepare our houses,
then consider with your selues, that greater care and diligence is to be had by tenne thousand partes, to lodge and receyue into your houses the Prince of princes,
then Consider with your selves, that greater care and diligence is to be had by tenne thousand parts, to lodge and receive into your houses the Prince of Princes,
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as he may long continue with you, to your great good and comfort, & grieue not this holy spirite of God, (by whome ye are sealed vnto the day of redēption,) by your corrupt communication proceeding out of your mouthes:
as he may long continue with you, to your great good and Comfort, & grieve not this holy Spirit of God, (by whom you Are sealed unto the day of redemption,) by your corrupt communication proceeding out of your mouths:
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This can not bee but a great griefe of minde, for if our friende shoulde goe away from vs, by our vncourteous dealing and vsing of him, we woulde be sory:
This can not be but a great grief of mind, for if our friend should go away from us, by our uncourteous dealing and using of him, we would be sorry:
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And here is another effect woorthie the nothing, that this holy Ghost inhabiting within the elect and children of God, doeth make now their workes and labours to be acceptable vnto him, which before his comming vnto vs, were abominable & vnpleasant vnto God:
And Here is Another Effect worthy thee nothing, that this holy Ghost inhabiting within the elect and children of God, doth make now their works and labours to be acceptable unto him, which before his coming unto us, were abominable & unpleasant unto God:
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& deare friends, but yt which is much more, his welbeloued sōnes, as Paul sheweth vnto vs, Because ye are sonnes, God hath sent foorth the spirite of his Sonne into your hearts, which cryeth, Father, father.
& deer Friends, but that which is much more, his well-beloved Sons, as Paul shows unto us, Because you Are Sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, which Cries, Father, father.
and doubt of this? For these are the wordes of the holy Ghost, vttered by S. Paul, That the spirite of God witnesseth with our spirite, that we are the sonnes of God.
and doubt of this? For these Are the words of the holy Ghost, uttered by S. Paul, That the Spirit of God Witnesseth with our Spirit, that we Are the Sons of God.
nor deceyueth, and yet doubt of my inheritance? that were a mad thing. Can the seruant doubt, whether he be his masters man, or shall receyue his wages,
nor deceiveth, and yet doubt of my inheritance? that were a mad thing. Can the servant doubt, whither he be his Masters man, or shall receive his wages,
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when he weareth his masters coate and cognisance? or can one doubt of the writing to be authentical and good, that hath the parties hande and seale vnto it? Or may a man doubt, hauing receiued earnest in part of payment,
when he weareth his Masters coat and cognisance? or can one doubt of the writing to be authentical and good, that hath the parties hand and seal unto it? Or may a man doubt, having received earnest in part of payment,
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but that he shall in tyme conuenient haue the whole, hauing bargained with an houest man? Or doe we receyue the witnesse of honest men of credite nere in matters politicall,
but that he shall in time convenient have the Whole, having bargained with an hovest man? Or do we receive the witness of honest men of credit never in matters political,
And againe, Hereby we knowe that he abideth in vs, euen by his spirit which he hath giuen vs. And all this assurance commeth to passe by the testimonie and witnesse of this holie spirite, which therefore is called the seale of God, the earnest penie, the spirite of trueth, which can not deceyue, or be deceyued.
And again, Hereby we know that he Abideth in us, even by his Spirit which he hath given us And all this assurance comes to pass by the testimony and witness of this holy Spirit, which Therefore is called the seal of God, the earnest penny, the Spirit of truth, which can not deceive, or be deceived.
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And here I can not but maruayle at the ignorance and blindenesse of the Papists, which while they go about to establish this doctrine of error, they impugne and ouerthrowe another of their owne.
And Here I can not but marvel At the ignorance and blindness of the Papists, which while they go about to establish this Doctrine of error, they impugn and overthrown Another of their own.
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and more to, which are workes of supererogation besides, which he hath not commaunded, (and so in deede he hath not,) and these workes the Monkes and Friers doe bestowe vpon their friendes which lacke them,
and more to, which Are works of supererogation beside, which he hath not commanded, (and so in deed he hath not,) and these works the Monks and Friars do bestow upon their Friends which lack them,
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If they doubt of saluation, then it is certaine they keepe not the Lawe. In one of these two they must needes bee founde lyers by their owne confession.
If they doubt of salvation, then it is certain they keep not the Law. In one of these two they must needs be found liars by their own Confessi.
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and a man of all abominations that euer were, might well teache this doctrine, and doubt of his saluation, liuing (as he doth) in filthy fornication with his Curtisanes and harlots at Rome, sturring vp Christian Princes to warre one with another, to mainteyne his vnsatiable ambition, pride,
and a man of all abominations that ever were, might well teach this Doctrine, and doubt of his salvation, living (as he does) in filthy fornication with his Curtisanes and harlots At Room, stirring up Christian Princes to war one with Another, to maintain his unsatiable ambition, pride,
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Mouing likewise the subiectes to rebell against their lawful and natural princes and magistrates, discharging thē of their othes and obedience vnto their rulers.
Moving likewise the Subjects to rebel against their lawful and natural Princes and Magistrates, discharging them of their Oaths and Obedience unto their Rulers.
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And so all his adherents, folowing his steppes & religion, whose liues are altogether most filthie and wicked, may be in the same case and state with their holy father the Pope.
And so all his adherents, following his steps & Religion, whose lives Are altogether most filthy and wicked, may be in the same case and state with their holy father the Pope.
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But they say, We can by no meanes be sure of our saluation, because we can not be sure of our perseuerance in the faith of Christ vnto the ende. But this is vtterly false:
But they say, We can by no means be sure of our salvation, Because we can not be sure of our perseverance in the faith of christ unto the end. But this is utterly false:
Yea Paul is persuaded of the Philippians, (and so must we be of our selues) that he that hath begunne a good worke in vs, wil performe it vntill the day of the Lord Iesus Christ, Philip.
Yea Paul is persuaded of the Philippians, (and so must we be of our selves) that he that hath begun a good work in us, will perform it until the day of the Lord Iesus christ, Philip.
and to be beleeued before our aduersaries, doubted not to say and affirme for a trueth, in his seconde Epistle to a vertuous Lady, that the trueth which dwelleth in vs, shalbe with vs for euer.
and to be believed before our Adversaries, doubted not to say and affirm for a truth, in his seconde Epistle to a virtuous Lady, that the truth which dwells in us, shall with us for ever.
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If it shal remaine with vs for euer, how should we doubt, that it can forsake vs at any time, either present or to come? Proue your selues, sayth Paul, whether ye are in the faith: examine your selues:
If it shall remain with us for ever, how should we doubt, that it can forsake us At any time, either present or to come? Prove your selves, say Paul, whither you Are in the faith: examine your selves:
knowe ye not your owne selues, that Iesus Christ is in you, except ye be reprobats? Here he wil haue vs to be throughly perswaded, that Christ dwelleth in vs,
know you not your own selves, that Iesus christ is in you, except you be Reprobates? Here he will have us to be thoroughly persuaded, that christ dwells in us,
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when our consciences doe accuse vs, and Satan assault vs, and the paynes of death come vpon vs: (I saye) this doeth comfort weake and feeble consciences not to despaire,
when our Consciences do accuse us, and Satan assault us, and the pains of death come upon us: (I say) this doth Comfort weak and feeble Consciences not to despair,
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and the other doctrine of theirs doeth leade men the hye way to desperation, to doubt whether they shall be saued or no. They saye, we must feare. It is true:
and the other Doctrine of theirs doth lead men the high Way to desperation, to doubt whither they shall be saved or no. They say, we must Fear. It is true:
and if we beleeue in him, we shall haue euerlasting life, Iohn 3. Act. 17. And yet here we must take heede of another extremitie, which the Messalians certaine heretikes, with the Libertines, Anabaptists, & that wicked sect of ye familie of loue, falleth into:
and if we believe in him, we shall have everlasting life, John 3. Act. 17. And yet Here we must take heed of Another extremity, which the Messalians certain Heretics, with the Libertines, Anabaptists, & that wicked sect of the family of love, falls into:
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Nowe as the Papistes take too litle, so these men take too much, and whatsoeuer commeth first into their idle heades, by and by they attribute it to the spirit of God, be it neuer so wicked:
Now as the Papists take too little, so these men take too much, and whatsoever comes First into their idle Heads, by and by they attribute it to the Spirit of God, be it never so wicked:
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and is ioyned with it, as Acts. 10. we reade, that while Peter spake the worde, the holy ghost fell on all them that heard the preaching, not before the worde came:
and is joined with it, as Acts. 10. we read, that while Peter spoke the word, the holy ghost fell on all them that herd the preaching, not before the word Come:
as Paul sayde to the Ephesians, After ye heard the worde of trueth, the Gospel of your saluation, wherein also after that ye beleeued, ye were sealed with the holy Spirite of promise, Ephes. 1. Here we see,
as Paul said to the Ephesians, After you herd the word of truth, the Gospel of your salvation, wherein also After that you believed, you were sealed with the holy Spirit of promise, Ephesians 1. Here we see,
And therefore the Prophetes, which myght better haue vsed this prerogatiue of the spirit then they, called alwayes the people to the worde of the Lorde God, saying, Heare the word of the Lord, Thus sayeth the Lord:
And Therefore the prophets, which might better have used this prerogative of the Spirit then they, called always the people to the word of the Lord God, saying, Hear the word of the Lord, Thus Saith the Lord:
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for vnlesse Gods Spirite perswade and worke in our heartes within, when the preacher soundeth in our eares the outward word, he shal but speake as it were in the ayre,
for unless God's Spirit persuade and work in our hearts within, when the preacher soundeth in our ears the outward word, he shall but speak as it were in the air,
Paul well considering this, sayde, that he in deed had planted, and Apollos another preacher had watered the worde, but it is God (sayeth he) that giueth the increase. And wee knowe that God woorketh all things in the heartes of his children by this spirite, wherewith hee sealeth them after they haue heard and beleeued the worde preached, Ephe. 1. and therfore in the place aboue recited, this spirit is called the spirit of promise, because it doeth assertaine and assure vs of all the blessinges and promises of God that are made vnto vs. In the Actes it is sayde, that Lydia a woman being a seller of purple, came to heare Paul preach the Gospel:
Paul well considering this, said, that he in deed had planted, and Apollos Another preacher had watered the word, but it is God (Saith he) that gives the increase. And we know that God worketh all things in the hearts of his children by this Spirit, wherewith he Sealeth them After they have herd and believed the word preached, Ephes 1. and Therefore in the place above recited, this Spirit is called the Spirit of promise, Because it doth ascertain and assure us of all the blessings and promises of God that Are made unto us In the Acts it is said, that Lydia a woman being a seller of purple, Come to hear Paul preach the Gospel:
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So that except God open our closed and hard shutte hearts, by the secret inspiration of this holy spirite, in vayne shall we eyther preach, or the people heare.
So that except God open our closed and hard shut hearts, by the secret inspiration of this holy Spirit, in vain shall we either preach, or the people hear.
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as Paul sayeth, The spirit hath reuealed these things vnto vs, 1. Cor. 2. for it is hee that helpeth all our infirmities, Rom. 8. This is the marke whereby God doeth seale and print in the forehead, to be seene of all men, those that are his,
as Paul Saith, The Spirit hath revealed these things unto us, 1. Cor. 2. for it is he that Helpeth all our infirmities, Rom. 8. This is the mark whereby God doth seal and print in the forehead, to be seen of all men, those that Are his,
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This made Eliseus, a notable man, the scholer of Elias, when his master bad him to aske of him what he would, that he might do it for him before he was taken away from him into heauen, that he asked his spirite to bee doubled vpon him, whereby he might the better serue the Lord and his Church in his vocation and calling, 2. King. 2. and so by this spirit he wrought wonderful miracles,
This made Elisha, a notable man, the scholar of Elias, when his master bade him to ask of him what he would, that he might do it for him before he was taken away from him into heaven, that he asked his Spirit to be doubled upon him, whereby he might the better serve the Lord and his Church in his vocation and calling, 2. King. 2. and so by this Spirit he wrought wondered Miracles,
how much more shall your heauenly Father giue ye holy Ghost to thē that desire him? Luk. 11. Signifying this Spirite to be the excellentest gift that God coulde giue, or we desire of him.
how much more shall your heavenly Father give you holy Ghost to them that desire him? Luk. 11. Signifying this Spirit to be the excellentest gift that God could give, or we desire of him.
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and what are the wonderfull and comfortable effectes of it in the Church, and howe the Lorde hath promised neuer to leaue his destitute of it vnto the worlds ende:
and what Are the wonderful and comfortable effects of it in the Church, and how the Lord hath promised never to leave his destitute of it unto the world's end:
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Seeing therefore this heauenly spirit is so necessarie and so great a treasure, let vs that are true Christians most duetifully thanke our heauenly Father,
Seeing Therefore this heavenly Spirit is so necessary and so great a treasure, let us that Are true Christians most dutifully thank our heavenly Father,
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And let vs also pray vnto our Lorde Iesus Christ, the sender of this holy spirit, to kindle and stirre him vp in our heartes dayly more and more, that by his assistance, we may haue an earnest feeling and lothing of our sinnes,
And let us also pray unto our Lord Iesus christ, the sender of this holy Spirit, to kindle and stir him up in our hearts daily more and more, that by his assistance, we may have an earnest feeling and loathing of our Sins,
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vntill we all come to a full perfection in Iesus Christ, euen vnto that hope which is layde vp for vs in the newe and heauenly Ierusalem, which Christ hath purchased full dearely for vs, with his owne precious heart blood.
until we all come to a full perfection in Iesus christ, even unto that hope which is laid up for us in the new and heavenly Ierusalem, which christ hath purchased full dearly for us, with his own precious heart blood.
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To whom with his Father, and the holy ghost, three persons in trinitie, and yet one God in vnitie, be rendred all prayse, honour, glorie and thankes giuing, both nowe and for euermore, Amen.
To whom with his Father, and the holy ghost, three Persons in trinity, and yet one God in unity, be rendered all praise, honour, glory and thanks giving, both now and for evermore, Amen.
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the thirde sheweth vnto vs the holy Ghost, the comforter of our heartes, and the confirmer of all these things which are conteyned in these former eyght articles, which we haue proued all out of the euerlasting worde of GOD.
the Third shows unto us the holy Ghost, the comforter of our hearts, and the confirmer of all these things which Are contained in these former eyght Articles, which we have proved all out of the everlasting word of GOD.
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Nowe followeth consequently the fourth part of our Christian beliefe, which is concerning the Church, the ninth article with other three which are annexed vnto the Church,
Now follows consequently the fourth part of our Christian belief, which is Concerning the Church, the ninth article with other three which Are annexed unto the Church,
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Againe, seeing the kingdome of Christ is euerlasting, it is very necessarie and requisite, that there be alwayes some which may acknowledge him for their King and gouernour.
Again, seeing the Kingdom of christ is everlasting, it is very necessary and requisite, that there be always Some which may acknowledge him for their King and governor.
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and hath presently, and shall haue vnto the consummation of the worlde, his Church here in earth, which is, the cōmunion of Saints, that is to say, a company and congregation of faythfull men and women, which doe truely beleeue in Iesus Christ, acknowledging him for their onely Sauiour,
and hath presently, and shall have unto the consummation of the world, his Church Here in earth, which is, the communion of Saints, that is to say, a company and congregation of faithful men and women, which do truly believe in Iesus christ, acknowledging him for their only Saviour,
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but shall inhabite the parched places in the wildernesse, in a salte lande and not inhabited, Ier. 17. By these woordes then of the holy ghost, we learne, not to beleeue in ye Church,
but shall inhabit the parched places in the Wilderness, in a salt land and not inhabited, Jeremiah 17. By these words then of the holy ghost, we Learn, not to believe in you Church,
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& catholike, because it is not tied to any one place, as Rome, but generally is in all places of the earth, tossed as a ship vpon the sea frō one coast to another,
& catholic, Because it is not tied to any one place, as Rome, but generally is in all places of the earth, tossed as a ship upon the sea from one coast to Another,
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and discerned from the false and counter faite synagogue of Satan, that is, from the whorishe and Babylonicall strumpet of Rome, which falsly taketh vpon her the name of this chaste wife and spouse of Christe, being an vncleane and a most adulterous harlot, which hath long agoe forsaken her bridegrome Iesus Christ,
and discerned from the false and counter faite synagogue of Satan, that is, from the whorish and Babylonical strumpet of Room, which falsely Takes upon her the name of this chaste wife and spouse of Christ, being an unclean and a most adulterous harlot, which hath long ago forsaken her bridegroom Iesus christ,
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Seeing the Church is likened to an house, 1. Timothie 3. and euery house is builded and gouerned of some man, Hebr. 3. it is necessarie that this house also, which is the Church of the liuing God, haue some builder & head of it to looke vnto it, which is both able to do it,
Seeing the Church is likened to an house, 1. Timothy 3. and every house is built and governed of Some man, Hebrew 3. it is necessary that this house also, which is the Church of the living God, have Some builder & head of it to look unto it, which is both able to do it,
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as S. Paul doth proue most manifestly vnto vs, both in the 1. & 4. chap. of ye epistle of the Ephesians, and the 1. chapter to the Colos. saying, God hath made all thinges subiect vnder his feet,
as S. Paul does prove most manifestly unto us, both in the 1. & 4. chap. of the epistle of the Ephesians, and the 1. chapter to the Colos saying, God hath made all things Subject under his feet,
And againe, Let vs folow the trueth in loue, and in al things growe vp vnto him, which is the head, that is Christ, by whom all the body being coupled and knit together by euery ioynt,
And again, Let us follow the truth in love, and in all things grow up unto him, which is the head, that is christ, by whom all the body being coupled and knit together by every joint,
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for the furniture thereof, according to the effectuall power which is in the measure of euery part, receyueth increase of the body vnto ye edifiyng of it selfe in loue, Ephe. 4. So in the Colos. 1. 18. He is the head of the body of the Church.
for the furniture thereof, according to the effectual power which is in the measure of every part, receiveth increase of the body unto the edifying of it self in love, Ephes 4. So in the Colos 1. 18. He is the head of the body of the Church.
Out of this doeth the body of Christ which is his Church, receyue a special and singuler comfort against al tētations, yt they shalbe defended & preserued for euer:
Out of this doth the body of christ which is his Church, receive a special and singular Comfort against all tentations, that they shall defended & preserved for ever:
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for Christ cā not forsake his body, he cā not but loue it, & nourish it, wt those spiritual graces which come & proceede frō him ye head & fountaine.
for christ can not forsake his body, he can not but love it, & nourish it, with those spiritual graces which come & proceed from him you head & fountain.
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so the Lorde Iesus is not an head for himself, but for vs, neyther hath hee receyued all power and authoritie of his father, with the fulnesse of the holy Ghost, to keepe it to him selfe,
so the Lord Iesus is not an head for himself, but for us, neither hath he received all power and Authority of his father, with the fullness of the holy Ghost, to keep it to him self,
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but to giue and to impart it most louingly and liberally to his true members, to make them to grow vp more and more, till they come to a perfection in him.
but to give and to impart it most lovingly and liberally to his true members, to make them to grow up more and more, till they come to a perfection in him.
as shee is in very deede, the chaste wife and spouse of Christe here vpon the earth, to whome hee is ioyned with the coniunction and fellowshippe of his heauenly spirite.
as she is in very deed, the chaste wife and spouse of Christ Here upon the earth, to whom he is joined with the conjunction and fellowship of his heavenly Spirit.
I haue (sayth Paul) prepared you for one husband, to present you as a pure virgin vnto Christ, 2. Corin. 11. Cantic. 4. Ezechiel 16. Ephesians 5. What noble man will bee content to take a poore wretched beggerwoman out of the streetes, full of ragges and filthinesse, to make her his wife? And yet the Lorde Iesus hath done greater thinges in mercie for vs, then this:
I have (say Paul) prepared you for one husband, to present you as a pure Virgae unto christ, 2. Corin. 11. Cantic. 4. Ezechiel 16. Ephesians 5. What noble man will be content to take a poor wretched beggerwoman out of the streets, full of rags and filthiness, to make her his wife? And yet the Lord Iesus hath done greater things in mercy for us, then this:
for when hee passed by, hee looked vpon vs, and beholde, our tyme was as the time of loue, hee spredde his skirtes ouer vs and couered our filthinesse,
for when he passed by, he looked upon us, and behold, our time was as the time of love, he spread his skirts over us and covered our filthiness,
let vs then take heede that wee admitte no others into his loue, or defile our selues with whoredome and idolatrie, in giuing our faith and allegeance to straungers and false goddes, whome wee knowe not.
let us then take heed that we admit no Others into his love, or defile our selves with whoredom and idolatry, in giving our faith and allegiance to Strangers and false God's, whom we know not.
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hee can not abide another man to bee admitted vnto his bedde, for that were spirituall fornication and adulterie before him, which hee wyll punishe most seuerely,
he can not abide Another man to be admitted unto his Bed, for that were spiritual fornication and adultery before him, which he will Punish most severely,
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or rather is it not to make the Church a monster to haue two heades in one body? But they say that the Byshope of Rome is the visible heade in Christes steade:
or rather is it not to make the Church a monster to have two Heads in one body? But they say that the Bishop of Room is the visible head in Christ's stead:
howe can hee be an head, except the same thing shalbe both an heade and member, which is very absurde & monstruous? If he say, that as he is a member, Christ is his head only, and not another:
how can he be an head, except the same thing shall both an head and member, which is very absurd & monstruous? If he say, that as he is a member, christ is his head only, and not Another:
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First note, hee sayth not vpon thee Peter will I builde, but vpon this rocke, meaning, the fayth of Peters confession, which confessed him to be Christ:
First note, he say not upon thee Peter will I build, but upon this rock, meaning, the faith of Peter's Confessi, which confessed him to be christ:
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although we shoulde graunt it them, vnles they proue the third, (which they shall neuer be able to do) that Peter hath left all his authoritie to his successours after him for euer.
although we should grant it them, unless they prove the third, (which they shall never be able to do) that Peter hath left all his Authority to his Successors After him for ever.
This being set downe as a most certaine and sure principle, that Christ is the head of this church, it would be seene what authoritie this church hath,
This being Set down as a most certain and sure principle, that christ is the head of this Church, it would be seen what Authority this Church hath,
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then the woorde and will of the husbande Christ, seeing that S. Paul saith, Eph. 5. 24. that the church is in subiection to Christ, and from thence draweth an argument of the obedience and subiection of wiues to their husbands, which surely can not be so in euery thing,
then the word and will of the husband christ, seeing that S. Paul Says, Ephesians 5. 24. that the Church is in subjection to christ, and from thence draws an argument of the Obedience and subjection of wives to their Husbands, which surely can not be so in every thing,
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If they will not permit, but thinke it vnreasonable, vnles they goe against scripture, that the wiues authoritie should bee either equall or superiour to the husband,
If they will not permit, but think it unreasonable, unless they go against scripture, that the wives Authority should be either equal or superior to the husband,
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and other rites and ceremonies, are aboue the authoritie of the written worde? and so consequently aboue Christ him selfe, which can not be separated from his worde and will, which hee will haue vs to receiue as him selfe? For speaking of his Apostles and other ministers, that brought his worde to the people, he saith, He that receiueth you, receiueth me,
and other Rites and ceremonies, Are above the Authority of the written word? and so consequently above christ him self, which can not be separated from his word and will, which he will have us to receive as him self? For speaking of his Apostles and other Ministers, that brought his word to the people, he Says, He that receiveth you, receiveth me,
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The Church is compared and likened to an house, 1. Timoth. 3 or to a family: and shall the houshold and family be aboue the authoritie and will of the master? shall the seruantes and children haue greater authoritie in their doings,
The Church is compared and likened to an house, 1. Timothy 3 or to a family: and shall the household and family be above the Authority and will of the master? shall the Servants and children have greater Authority in their doings,
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then the Lorde and father of the house? Howe doe these thinges agree together? And howe hath Satan (the God of this worlde) blynded the eyes of the Pope and his shauelings, that the light of the glorious Gospel of Christ shoulde not shine vnto them? But let vs heare their proofes and arguments for this authoritie.
then the Lord and father of the house? Howe do these things agree together? And how hath Satan (the God of this world) blinded the eyes of the Pope and his shavelings, that the Light of the glorious Gospel of christ should not shine unto them? But let us hear their proofs and Arguments for this Authority.
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because if they be once examined by the touchstone, they fall of them selues, and do easely descrie what they are? Well, let vs holde this for a grounde most certaine and sure, which can not bee shaken:
Because if they be once examined by the touchstone, they fallen of them selves, and do Easily descry what they Are? Well, let us hold this for a ground most certain and sure, which can not be shaken:
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that the worde which Christ hath spoken in his fathers name, the same shall iudge in the last day, as hee him selfe sayth, Iohn. 12. verse 48. Then if the worde be iudge, it is (belike) greater,
that the word which christ hath spoken in his Father's name, the same shall judge in the last day, as he him self say, John. 12. verse 48. Then if the word be judge, it is (belike) greater,
And here by the way falleth to the ground, another false positiō of theirs, that say the interpretatiō of the scriptures must be according to the church:
And Here by the Way falls to the ground, Another false position of theirs, that say the Interpretation of the Scriptures must be according to the Church:
for if this be a matter of controuersie, who shall determine and decide it, but the ordinarie iudge? as we see the lawes must bee interpreted, not according to the censure and iudgement of them to whome they were giuen,
for if this be a matter of controversy, who shall determine and decide it, but the ordinary judge? as we see the laws must be interpreted, not according to the censure and judgement of them to whom they were given,
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but after the will and meaning of the iudge and lawe giuer, which made them: so the scriptures must bee interpreted by the scriptures, and the worde, by the worde,
but After the will and meaning of the judge and law giver, which made them: so the Scriptures must be interpreted by the Scriptures, and the word, by the word,
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The papistes, to proue that sinnes may be forgiuen hereafter in an other worlde, in their fayned purgatorie, bring this place out of the 12. chapter of Matthewe, where our sauiour saith, that he that speaketh a worde against the holy Ghost, shall not bee forgiuen,
The Papists, to prove that Sins may be forgiven hereafter in an other world, in their feigned purgatory, bring this place out of the 12. chapter of Matthew, where our Saviour Says, that he that speaks a word against the holy Ghost, shall not be forgiven,
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but if they had read the thirde of Marke (handling the same matter) and conferred one place with an other, they should haue seene there, that our sauiours meaning was to shewe, that the horriblenes of this sinne was so great, that it should neuer be forgiuen:
but if they had read the Third of Mark (handling the same matter) and conferred one place with an other, they should have seen there, that our saviour's meaning was to show, that the horribleness of this sin was so great, that it should never be forgiven:
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3. So likewise is that place in Matthewe of the keyes expounded in Iohn 20. by remitting or retaining of sinnes by all the Apostles, and not by Peter only.
3. So likewise is that place in Matthew of the keys expounded in John 20. by remitting or retaining of Sins by all the Apostles, and not by Peter only.
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Nowe out of this note that Christ is the head and only great shepheard of his church, commeth forth many good & fruitfull branches for this whole church, that is, many good lessons for vs in doctrine & maners:
Now out of this note that christ is the head and only great shepherd of his Church, comes forth many good & fruitful branches for this Whole Church, that is, many good Lessons for us in Doctrine & manners:
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and the courses of the moone and of the starres a light to the night, which breaketh the sea when the waues thereof roare, his name is the Lord of hostes.
and the courses of the moon and of the Stars a Light to the night, which breaks the sea when the waves thereof roar, his name is the Lord of hosts.
for they are his members, whome he loueth, and feedeth as a father doth his deare and owne children, Psalm. 103. And if Christ be the head of it, it must needes be holy also, as here we doe beleeue.
for they Are his members, whom he loves, and feeds as a father does his deer and own children, Psalm. 103. And if christ be the head of it, it must needs be holy also, as Here we do believe.
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For howe should the body be vnholy, when the head is so holy? although this holines be not ful and perfite here, (for the church is in a continuail warrefare and fight against sinne and wickednesse,) yet it shall be perfited hereafter,
For how should the body be unholy, when the head is so holy? although this holiness be not full and perfect Here, (for the Church is in a continuail warfare and fight against sin and wickedness,) yet it shall be perfited hereafter,
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for the church is taught to pray daily, Forgiue vs our trespases: and there is no man without sinne that liueth here in earth, 1. Ioh. 1. yea this church may,
for the Church is taught to pray daily, Forgive us our trespass: and there is no man without sin that lives Here in earth, 1. John 1. yea this Church may,
and hath erred, as euery member particularly may erre, as Peter did in the vocation of ye Gentiles, Act. 10. and in dissimulation, in eating with the Gentiles,
and hath erred, as every member particularly may err, as Peter did in the vocation of the Gentiles, Act. 10. and in dissimulation, in eating with the Gentiles,
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& withdrawing himself from them againe, when Iames came to him, and was iustly therefore reprehended of Saint Paul, Gal. 2. Then if Peter erred, so notable & singular an Apostle, others may erre also, but yet returne with Peter:
& withdrawing himself from them again, when James Come to him, and was justly Therefore reprehended of Saint Paul, Gal. 2. Then if Peter erred, so notable & singular an Apostle, Others may err also, but yet return with Peter:
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and yet they were the Church of Christ, and the best men and most perfite that were then aliue, Mark. 16. verse 14. This I say to that ende, that none should imagine such a perfection in the church,
and yet they were the Church of christ, and the best men and most perfect that were then alive, Mark. 16. verse 14. This I say to that end, that none should imagine such a perfection in the Church,
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And therefore because they see some abuses, some dissolute persons, and some errors in the Church (which is like a field that hath corne and tares in it) they by and by depart from it,
And Therefore Because they see Some Abuses, Some dissolute Persons, and Some errors in the Church (which is like a field that hath corn and tares in it) they by and by depart from it,
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and break and diuide the vnitie of the Church, by their ignorance and frowardnesse, not knowing yt the kingdome of heauen (which is the Church) is cōpared of Christ himself to a net cast into the Sea, that taketh both good and bad fyshes together in it.
and break and divide the unity of the Church, by their ignorance and frowardness, not knowing that the Kingdom of heaven (which is the Church) is compared of christ himself to a net cast into the Sea, that Takes both good and bad fishes together in it.
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neither did Paul separate himselfe from the church of the Corinthians, although many abuses had crept in among them, in so much, that some denied the resurrection, the chiefest poynt one of them in Christianitie,
neither did Paul separate himself from the Church of the Corinthians, although many Abuses had crept in among them, in so much, that Some denied the resurrection, the chiefest point one of them in Christianity,
And so wee see he did not withdrawe himselfe from them, but vouchsafed thē the name of ye church, and goeth about (as wee should all doe,) to bring them to the purity of the Gospel againe. Thus much for this poynt:
And so we see he did not withdraw himself from them, but vouchsafed them the name of you Church, and Goes about (as we should all doe,) to bring them to the purity of the Gospel again. Thus much for this point:
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We see then howe we onght to endeuour to be like him, & these are the words of S. Iohn, where that he sayth, He that remayneth in him, ought euen so to walke, as hee hath walked:
We see then how we onght to endeavour to be like him, & these Are the words of S. John, where that he say, He that remaineth in him, ought even so to walk, as he hath walked:
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as all perished by the waters, which were not in the arke of Noe, which was a true signe and figure of the church, 1. Pet. 3. And as the hand cut off frō the body, dieth, and lacketh life:
as all perished by the waters, which were not in the Ark of Noah, which was a true Signen and figure of the Church, 1. Pet. 3. And as the hand Cut off from the body, Dieth, and lacketh life:
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but most notable is yt place in the second of ye Acts, where it is sayd, that the Lorde added to the church from day to day, such as shoulde be saued:
but most notable is that place in the second of you Acts, where it is said, that the Lord added to the Church from day to day, such as should be saved:
and some his diuinitie, are not to be counted members of Christ, neither they that haue departed from the felowship of the godly and sayntes of God to Antichrist, can haue any part in this congregation,
and Some his divinity, Are not to be counted members of christ, neither they that have departed from the fellowship of the godly and Saints of God to Antichrist, can have any part in this congregation,
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or be heyres of life, vnles they returne againe with speede to the Church. Here likewise are all Atheists and vngodly liuers shut out from this church.
or be Heirs of life, unless they return again with speed to the Church. Here likewise Are all Atheists and ungodly livers shut out from this Church.
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For they communicate not wt the saintes, either in life or doctrine, neither doe they relieue the poore and afflicted members of Iesus Christ with ye blessings which God hath bestowed vpon them:
For they communicate not with the Saints, either in life or Doctrine, neither do they relieve the poor and afflicted members of Iesus christ with the blessings which God hath bestowed upon them:
Now yt we know that Christ is ye head of this church, (as is proued) let vs come to ye secōd point, to see by what markes and tokens this true church may be discerned from ye false & hypocricall sinagogue of Satan.
Now that we know that christ is the head of this Church, (as is proved) let us come to you secōd point, to see by what marks and tokens this true Church may be discerned from you false & hypocricall synagogue of Satan.
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For this standeth vs greatly in hand to know, otherwise we may be deceiued in taking the one for the other. Two signes there are wherby ye church of Christ is knowen:
For this Stands us greatly in hand to know, otherwise we may be deceived in taking the one for the other. Two Signs there Are whereby the Church of christ is known:
For Christ doth sāctifie & clense it by ye washing of water through the word, Eph. 5. This made ye prophets in olde time to be careful y• they brought nothing but ye word of God to ye people, saying.
For christ does sanctify & cleanse it by you washing of water through the word, Ephesians 5. This made you Prophets in old time to be careful y• they brought nothing but you word of God to you people, saying.
This made S. Paul to say, y• he had deliuered no other thing to ye church of the Corinthiās, thē that he had receyued of ye Lord, 1. Cor. 11. Neither did Christ,
This made S. Paul to say, y• he had Delivered no other thing to you Church of the Corinthians, them that he had received of you Lord, 1. Cor. 11. Neither did christ,
For of the other wee haue no certainty, yea their vnwritten verities are against the written veritie and worde of Christ, which is a thing very absurde.
For of the other we have no certainty, yea their unwritten verities Are against the written verity and word of christ, which is a thing very absurd.
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but doeth also being admitted, feede vs continually with heauenly and spirituall foode vnto euerlasting life, which is done with the other Sacrament of his precious body & blood, called the Communion or the Lordes Supper.
but doth also being admitted, feed us continually with heavenly and spiritual food unto everlasting life, which is done with the other Sacrament of his precious body & blood, called the Communion or the lords Supper.
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and as the master doeth not onely enterteine his seruant into his seruice, by giuing him his liuery coate and badge, whereby he is openly knowen to be his man,
and as the master doth not only entertain his servant into his service, by giving him his livery coat and badge, whereby he is openly known to be his man,
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So that where wee see these Sacramentes duely administred, without any inuentions of mans witte or brayne, the one with the word and water, the other with the worde,
So that where we see these Sacraments duly administered, without any Inventions of men wit or brain, the one with the word and water, the other with the word,
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and he in the middest of them, according to his worde, as hee hath promised, Where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the middes of them, Matth. 18. Now these Sacraments are in some thinges vnlike.
and he in the midst of them, according to his word, as he hath promised, Where two or three Are gathered together in my name, there am I in the mids of them, Matthew 18. Now these Sacraments Are in Some things unlike.
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The other Sacrament must bee often vsed of euery Christian man and woman, as the Iewes vsed many times and often, euery yeere to eate the Paschall Lambe or Passeouer:
The other Sacrament must be often used of every Christian man and woman, as the Iewes used many times and often, every year to eat the Paschal Lamb or Passover:
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so must wee also often resort to the Lordes Table, but still with reuerence, repentance, and faith to eate and feede spiritually vpon Iesus Christ his body and blood.
so must we also often resort to the lords Table, but still with Reverence, Repentance, and faith to eat and feed spiritually upon Iesus christ his body and blood.
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In like sort must wee remember by this Sacrament our redemption by Christ from the deuill and hell, from the slauery of sinne, whereof the Iewes deliueraunce both in Egypt and Babylon, were most liuely signes and figures vnto our eyes, to beholde that which Christ hath done for vs in dying for our sinnes vpon the crosse, that wee might bee made righteous in him, 1. Corinth.
In like sort must we Remember by this Sacrament our redemption by christ from the Devil and hell, from the slavery of sin, whereof the Iewes deliverance both in Egypt and Babylon, were most lively Signs and figures unto our eyes, to behold that which christ hath done for us in dying for our Sins upon the cross, that we might be made righteous in him, 1. Corinth.
1. Nowe the oftener wee remēber this which is done, especially in the Communion, the better it is for vs, alwaies remembring this, that wee come thither with examination of our selues,
1. Now the oftener we Remember this which is done, especially in the Communion, the better it is for us, always remembering this, that we come thither with examination of our selves,
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and knowen to God, and euery mans owne conscience, I let them passe, I onely speake here of the visible signes and markes of the church, whereby it is manifested vnto men, such as the worde and Sacramentes be.
and known to God, and every men own conscience, I let them pass, I only speak Here of the visible Signs and marks of the Church, whereby it is manifested unto men, such as the word and Sacraments be.
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& with reuerence embrace it, & let vs withal confirme it in our hearts, as with a seale, by the reuerent receiuing of the sacraments of our Lorde Iesus Christ.
& with Reverence embrace it, & let us withal confirm it in our hearts, as with a seal, by the reverent receiving of the Sacraments of our Lord Iesus christ.
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This ground being layde, that the Church is knowen by the worde of Christ, and his Sacramentes beyng vsed as hee ordayned them, we can not acknowledge the Church of Rome to be this Catholike Church of Christ:
This ground being laid, that the Church is known by the word of christ, and his Sacraments being used as he ordained them, we can not acknowledge the Church of Room to be this Catholic Church of christ:
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If, I saye, they gaue it at any time vnto them, yet they gaue it as a sworde in the sheath, that is, in the Latine tongue, wherein they vnderstoode nothing at all, contrarie to the expresse wordes of Paul, saying, That all thinges shoulde bee done to edification in the Church,
If, I say, they gave it At any time unto them, yet they gave it as a sword in the sheath, that is, in the Latin tongue, wherein they understood nothing At all, contrary to the express words of Paul, saying, That all things should be done to edification in the Church,
and fedde them with toyes & fables of Beuis of South Hampton, and such like fabulous bookes, which were inuented by the deuils instruments to keepe the people from reading of the holy Scriptures.
and fed them with toys & fables of Bevis of South Hampton, and such like fabulous books, which were invented by the Devils Instruments to keep the people from reading of the holy Scriptures.
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for they knewe well ynough, that if the people had the Scriptures in their owne tongue, they woulde quickly see and perceiue their knauery and treacherie, that they so closely vsed in corners.
for they knew well enough, that if the people had the Scriptures in their own tongue, they would quickly see and perceive their knavery and treachery, that they so closely used in corners.
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and a lanterne vnto their feete, Psal. 119. Then was it altogether thought good and godly to goe on pilgrimage, to offer to Saintes, to praye to them, to haue images in Churches, to beare candles, to kisse the Pax, to goe on procession, with a thousand such trumperies, which we were delited with,
and a lantern unto their feet, Psalm 119. Then was it altogether Thought good and godly to go on pilgrimage, to offer to Saints, to pray to them, to have Images in Churches, to bear Candles, to kiss the Pax, to go on procession, with a thousand such trumperies, which we were delighted with,
But let vs follow the trueth in loue, and in all things grow vp into him, which is the head, that is Christ, Ephes. 4. ver. 14. & 15. By these thinges we see, that Rome is not the true Church,
But let us follow the truth in love, and in all things grow up into him, which is the head, that is christ, Ephesians 4. ver. 14. & 15. By these things we see, that Room is not the true Church,
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Nowe as they haue done in the word in mangling it, so haue they in like maner corrupted and altered the true vse of the Sacramentes, both in adding vnto them,
Now as they have done in the word in mangling it, so have they in like manner corrupted and altered the true use of the Sacraments, both in adding unto them,
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Seeing then they haue not these marks for their church, let vs see what markes they shewe vnto vs. First they say that their Vniuersalitie or multitude, is a signe of the Catholike Church: but this is vtterly false, confuted both by the testimonies and authorities of the scriptures,
Seeing then they have not these marks for their Church, let us see what marks they show unto us First they say that their Universality or multitude, is a Signen of the Catholic Church: but this is utterly false, confuted both by the testimonies and authorities of the Scriptures,
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as the euent doeth shew, for they are moe in number then the Christians, or their pretended Catholikes, which yet I thinke they will not graunt to be the Church.
as the event doth show, for they Are more in number then the Christians, or their pretended Catholics, which yet I think they will not grant to be the Church.
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Feare not little flocke, for it is your fathers pleasure to giue vnto you the kingdome, Luke 12. He shoulde haue sayde, great flocke, according to the Papistes opinion.
fear not little flock, for it is your Father's pleasure to give unto you the Kingdom, Lycia 12. He should have said, great flock, according to the Papists opinion.
for many, I saye vnto you, will seeke to enter in, and shall not be able, Luke 13. Here Christ sayeth flatly, that many, that is, the multitude, shall not enter in at heauen gates, which yet notwithstanding must bee saued,
for many, I say unto you, will seek to enter in, and shall not be able, Lycia 13. Here christ Saith flatly, that many, that is, the multitude, shall not enter in At heaven gates, which yet notwithstanding must be saved,
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Here Christ excludeth multitude from his Church and kingdome, and in the 7. of Matthewe, wee shall see that hee maketh paucitie and the small number to bee an argument of his Church, quite contrarie vnto the blinde Papistes, saying, Strayte is the gate, and narrowe is the way that leadeth vnto life,
Here christ excludeth multitude from his Church and Kingdom, and in the 7. of Matthew, we shall see that he makes paucity and the small number to be an argument of his Church, quite contrary unto the blind Papists, saying, Strait is the gate, and narrow is the Way that leads unto life,
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Was not Noah onely founde righteous with his housholde before the Lorde, when the flood was brought in vpon the wicked worlde? For all flesh had corrupted his way before God, Genes.
Was not Noah only found righteous with his household before the Lord, when the flood was brought in upon the wicked world? For all Flesh had corrupted his Way before God, Genesis.
as Saint Peter sayeth, Gen. 19. 2. Peter 2. There came but two into the promised lande of Canaan of all the sixe hundred thousande men, beside women and children, that came out of the lande of Egypt,
as Saint Peter Saith, Gen. 19. 2. Peter 2. There Come but two into the promised land of Canaan of all the sixe hundred thousande men, beside women and children, that Come out of the land of Egypt,
Was not Elias onely against the foure hundred false prophetes of Achab and Iezabel? 3. Reg. 18. And did not he thinke, that there had bene none aliue that appertayned vnto the Lorde,
Was not Elias only against the foure hundred false Prophets of Ahab and Jezebel? 3. Reg. 18. And did not he think, that there had be none alive that appertained unto the Lord,
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yet was that to the multitude and number of y• wicked that were then in Israel? Againe, was not the kingdom of Israel farre greater then the kingdome of Iuda? and yet was the true worshippe and seruice of the Lorde onely with the Iewes in Ierusalem,
yet was that to the multitude and number of y• wicked that were then in Israel? Again, was not the Kingdom of Israel Far greater then the Kingdom of Iuda? and yet was the true worship and service of the Lord only with the Iewes in Ierusalem,
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and not in Dan, or Bethel, where were the golden calues of Ieroboam? Was not Micheas in his time onely one Prophete that was good, against foure hundred lying prophetes of Achab? He was ouercome there by multitude,
and not in Dan, or Bethel, where were the golden calves of Jeroboam? Was not Micheas in his time only one Prophet that was good, against foure hundred lying Prophets of Ahab? He was overcome there by multitude,
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and yet hee had onely the trueth and worde of the Lorde on his side, 3. Reg. 22. If wee list to come neerer the time of Christ vnder the Gospell, we shall see the fewest to holde with him.
and yet he had only the truth and word of the Lord on his side, 3. Reg. 22. If we list to come nearer the time of christ under the Gospel, we shall see the fewest to hold with him.
Vniuersalitie then and multitude, is no argument of the Catholike Church of Christ: but rather the contrarie may bee affirmed, the least number to be his.
Universality then and multitude, is no argument of the Catholic Church of christ: but rather the contrary may be affirmed, the least number to be his.
and their transsubstantiation was neuer spoken of, before the Council of Lateran: and so all their trumpery hath bene patched together by Popes and Councils at diuers times.
and their transubstantiation was never spoken of, before the Council of Lateran: and so all their trumpery hath be patched together by Popes and Councils At diverse times.
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If their Masse be of such great antiquitie, as they beare vs in hande, it is great maruayle that the very name of it can not once be founde or read of in the Scriptures:
If their Mass be of such great antiquity, as they bear us in hand, it is great marvel that the very name of it can not once be found or read of in the Scriptures:
Gen. 4. From the first king of Israel, which was Ieroboam, (after that the kingdome was deuided in Solomons time) vntill the last king of the same kingdome, which was Hoshea, the golden calues were still mainteyned, which were erected first of all by Ieroboam,
Gen. 4. From the First King of Israel, which was Jeroboam, (After that the Kingdom was divided in Solomons time) until the last King of the same Kingdom, which was Hoshea, the golden calves were still maintained, which were erected First of all by Jeroboam,
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And yet for all this, was not their religion good, although they receyued it still by tradition & custome from their fathers, by the prescript of so many yeeres.
And yet for all this, was not their Religion good, although they received it still by tradition & custom from their Father's, by the prescript of so many Years.
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For the Prophetes notwithstanding did still reprehende the idolatrous and wicked kinges for their superstitious worshipping of these calues, which they shoulde not haue done,
For the prophets notwithstanding did still reprehend the idolatrous and wicked Kings for their superstitious worshipping of these calves, which they should not have done,
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for then Achab might haue sayde vnto Elias, if this be true, why doest thou reprehende me for this worshippe? I haue receyued it from the first king Ieroboam,
for then Ahab might have said unto Elias, if this be true, why dost thou reprehend me for this worship? I have received it from the First King Jeroboam,
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Wee see then that antiquitie fauoureth them not at all, neither yet can they father their Church and religion, which they haue at Rome, vpon the succession & ordinarie descent of their Bishops and Popes, seeing trueth goeth not by succession & inheritance,
we see then that antiquity favours them not At all, neither yet can they father their Church and Religion, which they have At Room, upon the succession & ordinary descent of their Bishops and Popes, seeing truth Goes not by succession & inheritance,
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why then should not the hye Priests in Christes time, as Annas, and Caiaphas, & Ananias in the time of the Apostles, be the true Church? for they had their succession from Aaron the first hie Priest, ordayned by God himselfe,
why then should not the high Priests in Christ's time, as Annas, and Caiaphas, & Ananias in the time of the Apostles, be the true Church? for they had their succession from Aaron the First high Priest, ordained by God himself,
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But to cut off this visour also in a worde, was not there a general cōsent of al the people of y• Iewes, with the chiefe elders also, the Scribes, the Pharisees, the hie priests with Herode and Pilate, in the time of Christ, to condemne him,
But to Cut off this visor also in a word, was not there a general consent of all the people of y• Iewes, with the chief Elders also, the Scribes, the Pharisees, the high Priests with Herod and Pilate, in the time of christ, to condemn him,
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and deliuer to vs Barabbas, and the voices of them, and of the hie priestes preuailed, Luk. 23. Behold, here was a whole and vniuersall consent & agreement,
and deliver to us Barabbas, and the voices of them, and of the high Priests prevailed, Luk. 23. Behold, Here was a Whole and universal consent & agreement,
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But do they agree among them selues? are they not at variance yet what purgatorie should be? some appointing it to be fire, some water, some ise and snowe? Were not the Dominican friers against the Franciscans about the conceptiō of the virgin Marie deuided? Are they agreed about the matter of the sacrament, some holding that he is there onely in qualitie, some in qualitie & quantitie too? Doe they agree in the number & order of their Popes and bishops? ( Platina differing frō Eusebius, some appointing mo,
But do they agree among them selves? Are they not At variance yet what purgatory should be? Some appointing it to be fire, Some water, Some i'm and snow? Were not the Dominican Friars against the Franciscans about the conception of the Virgae Marie divided? are they agreed about the matter of the sacrament, Some holding that he is there only in quality, Some in quality & quantity too? Do they agree in the number & order of their Popes and Bishops? (Platina differing from Eusebius, Some appointing more,
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and some lesse? Are not fathers against fathers, and councils against councils, & Popes against Popes? a•• regorie against them all, in the name of the vniuer sall bishop, which he iustly thinketh to be ye name of Antichrist? And yet shall we thinke they doe agree,
and Some less? are not Father's against Father's, and Councils against Councils, & Popes against Popes? a•• regorie against them all, in the name of the vniuer shall bishop, which he justly Thinketh to be the name of Antichrist? And yet shall we think they do agree,
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or that they can not erre, or that these things aboue rehearsed, as multitude, antiquitie, with custome, consent, traditions, succession, ancient fathers, generall councils, are sufficient proofes of the church to bee with them:
or that they can not err, or that these things above rehearsed, as multitude, antiquity, with custom, consent, traditions, succession, ancient Father's, general Councils, Are sufficient proofs of the Church to be with them:
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Ireneus, Victorinus, & Lactantius, subscribed to the opinion of the Millinaries, which thought that Christ after the day of iudgement, should raigne wt his for a thousand yeeres here vpon earth, being deceiued with the place of Iohn, Reuel. 20. not wel vnderstoode, where as hee doth interprete that M. yeere, in another place for euer, Reue. 22. Augustine thought that all children dying without baptisme, were damned, which is an heresie.
Irenaeus, Victorinus, & Lactantius, subscribed to the opinion of the Millineries, which Thought that christ After the day of judgement, should Reign with his for a thousand Years Here upon earth, being deceived with the place of John, Revel. 20. not well understood, where as he does interpret that M. year, in Another place for ever, Reue. 22. Augustine Thought that all children dying without Baptism, were damned, which is an heresy.
and howe should they bee gathered together without his word and commandement? And this agreeth to y• saying of S. Augustine, If they will here admit him.
and how should they be gathered together without his word and Commandment? And this agreeth to y• saying of S. Augustine, If they will Here admit him.
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Ex homilia 49. operis imperfecti in Matth. And againe he saith, Christians willing to receiue the stedfastnes of a true faith, let thē fly to nothing but to the scriptures.
Ex Homily 49. operis imperfecti in Matthew And again he Says, Christians willing to receive the steadfastness of a true faith, let them fly to nothing but to the Scriptures.
euen murdering of the saints of Christ, contempt of the word and sacramēts, worldly prosperitie, with a multitude of ill men with sworde to defend it.
even murdering of the Saints of christ, contempt of the word and Sacraments, worldly Prosperity, with a multitude of ill men with sword to defend it.
It neuer at all mourneth, or is in the pit of afflictiō as Christ said his church shouldbe, Iohn. 16. And as we reade in Ezechiel 9. this church of Rome doth alwayes laugh and reioyce,
It never At all Mourneth, or is in the pit of affliction as christ said his Church shouldbe, John. 16. And as we read in Ezechiel 9. this Church of Room does always laugh and rejoice,
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and neuer feeleth the rodde, which is a token of bastards, and such reprobates, and not of Gods children Heb. 12. This true church of Christ is but one:
and never feeleth the rod, which is a token of bastards, and such Reprobates, and not of God's children Hebrew 12. This true Church of christ is but one:
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For there is but one mediator, & one husband, and therefore one spouse, and one body, as Paul proueth, Ephes. 4. and is called vniuersall, because it is in all partes of the earth,
For there is but one Mediator, & one husband, and Therefore one spouse, and one body, as Paul Proves, Ephesians 4. and is called universal, Because it is in all parts of the earth,
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that there is an holy church, whose head is Iesus Christ alone, to this end and purpose called of God by his woord, that it should gloryfie him for his goodnesse.
that there is an holy Church, whose head is Iesus christ alone, to this end and purpose called of God by his word, that it should Glorify him for his Goodness.
shall we not magnifie his grace? shal we not yeelde him continuall thanks, and that in the middest of the great congregation? Beleeue me deare brethren, we are elect, ereated, redeemed, iustified, sanctified, preserued dayly by his power,
shall we not magnify his grace? shall we not yield him continual thanks, and that in the midst of the great congregation? Believe me deer brothers, we Are elect, ereated, redeemed, justified, sanctified, preserved daily by his power,
Marke nowe, dearely beloued, the chiefest poynt, to what ende all these thinges are done vnto vs, that yee shoulde (sayth hee) shewe foorth the vertues of him that hath called you out of darknesse, vnto his marueilous light.
Mark now, dearly Beloved, the chiefest point, to what end all these things Are done unto us, that ye should (say he) show forth the Virtues of him that hath called you out of darkness, unto his marvelous Light.
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and serue to the ende, whereunto the Lord hath made vs. Are wee not all carefull of this duety, to praise God his name daily? Surely we haue then transgressed,
and serve to the end, whereunto the Lord hath made us are we not all careful of this duty, to praise God his name daily? Surely we have then transgressed,
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The praise of God is such a thing, so hye, and so excellent, that if all the Angels in heauen, with their force and might ▪ and all the men in earth, with all their speach and eloquence, goe about to set it forth and declare it, they shall not do it sufficienly,
The praise of God is such a thing, so high, and so excellent, that if all the Angels in heaven, with their force and might ▪ and all the men in earth, with all their speech and eloquence, go about to Set it forth and declare it, they shall not do it sufficiently,
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6. And in the Reuelation the fourth chapter, the foure beastes, and the Elders cease not day nor night, crying, Holy, holy, holy Lorde God almighty, which was, which is, and which is to come.
6. And in the Revelation the fourth chapter, the foure beasts, and the Elders cease not day nor night, crying, Holy, holy, holy Lord God almighty, which was, which is, and which is to come.
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and who is the head of it, what authoritye it hath, by what signes it may bee alwayes knowē from the Romish or false Church. We haue also declared, that it is called Catholike, because it is not tyed to any time, persons, or place whatsoeuer,
and who is the head of it, what Authority it hath, by what Signs it may be always known from the Romish or false Church. We have also declared, that it is called Catholic, Because it is not tied to any time, Persons, or place whatsoever,
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Last of al, we haue made manifest, to what end y• Lord hath gathered a church together vnto himselfe here in earth, which is, that hee may be honoured and gloryfied in it, accordingly by their good workes and christian conuersation.
Last of all, we have made manifest, to what end y• Lord hath gathered a Church together unto himself Here in earth, which is, that he may be honoured and glorified in it, accordingly by their good works and christian Conversation.
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Now let vs giue thankes to Iesus Christ, the head of this Church, in that hee hath vouchsafed to make vs the holy members of it, which were before the firebrandes of hell,
Now let us give thanks to Iesus christ, the head of this Church, in that he hath vouchsafed to make us the holy members of it, which were before the firebrands of hell,
and diuine prouidence, in this sheepefold of his, from all wolues and rauening beastes, which otherwise would deuoure vs. And because he doth feede vs in it with wholesome & greene pastures of his holye worde,
and divine providence, in this sheepfold of his, from all wolves and ravening beasts, which otherwise would devour us And Because he does feed us in it with wholesome & green pastures of his holy word,
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lest we wander and go astray from it as lost sheepe, and beseech we him, that he would continue his graces & heauenly promises made vnto vs so liberally in his Gospel, that from day to day, we may grow in holines toward him,
lest we wander and go astray from it as lost sheep, and beseech we him, that he would continue his graces & heavenly promises made unto us so liberally in his Gospel, that from day to day, we may grow in holiness towards him,
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This God graunt vnto vs, not for our sakes, but for Christ Iesus sake, which hath purchased al these things for vs, wt the shedding of his most precious blood vpon the crosse for our sinnes.
This God grant unto us, not for our sakes, but for christ Iesus sake, which hath purchased all these things for us, with the shedding of his most precious blood upon the cross for our Sins.
To this Iesus Christ with the father, and the holy Ghost his power, be rendred all praise and glory, honour, dominion and thankesgiuing, both now and for euermore. Amen.
To this Iesus christ with the father, and the holy Ghost his power, be rendered all praise and glory, honour, dominion and thanksgiving, both now and for evermore. Amen.
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Now followe the ornaments, and benefits which ye Lord in mercy doth, & wil bestowe vpon this house, which are in number three. 1. Remissiō of sinnes in this life. 2. Resurrectiō of our bodyes frō corruption at the last day of iudgement. 3. And euerlasting happines in ye life to come.
Now follow the Ornament, and benefits which you Lord in mercy does, & will bestow upon this house, which Are in number three. 1. Remission of Sins in this life. 2. Resurrection of our bodies from corruption At the last day of judgement. 3. And everlasting happiness in you life to come.
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The meaning therefore of this article for the capacity of the simple, in moe wordes is this, I that am a Christian doe stedfastly beleeue, that almighty God both hath, doeth,
The meaning Therefore of this article for the capacity of the simple, in more words is this, I that am a Christian doe steadfastly believe, that almighty God both hath, doth,
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and will of his mercie forgiue me all my sinnes, both originall and actuall committed before and after baptisme howe many and great soeuer they be, not for any woorke or merit of mine, which am an vnprofitable seruant: but for the sacrifices sake of Christes death and passion, wherein hee is wel pleased, by whose righteousnes,
and will of his mercy forgive me all my Sins, both original and actual committed before and After Baptism how many and great soever they be, not for any work or merit of mine, which am an unprofitable servant: but for the Sacrifices sake of Christ's death and passion, wherein he is well pleased, by whose righteousness,
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because I am clothed and apparelled by beleeuing in him vnfeignedly, I am sure and certayne that I am deliuered from euerlasting death and hel, which is ye reward of sinne, Romanes 6. This is the playne and simple meaning of this Article,
Because I am clothed and appareled by believing in him unfeignedly, I am sure and certain that I am Delivered from everlasting death and hell, which is the reward of sin, Romans 6. This is the plain and simple meaning of this Article,
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In the 31. of Ieremy we reade thus, This shalbe the couenant that I wil make, with the house of Israel after those dayes, saith the Lord, I wil put my law in their inward partes,
In the 31. of Ieremy we read thus, This shall the Covenant that I will make, with the house of Israel After those days, Says the Lord, I will put my law in their inward parts,
For I will forgiue their iniquitie, & wil remember their sinnes no more. So likewise, we haue the proofe of this, in the second epistle to the Corinthians.
For I will forgive their iniquity, & will Remember their Sins no more. So likewise, we have the proof of this, in the second epistle to the Corinthians.
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Let vs a litle I pray you, (dearely beloued brethrē in Christ) marke what we haue to cōsider in this article for our instructiō & edificatiō vnto a godly life.
Let us a little I pray you, (dearly Beloved brothers in christ) mark what we have to Consider in this article for our instruction & edification unto a godly life.
The first thing therefore that we ought to learne and beare in minde vpon this article, is, that we confesse and acknowledge most humbly and meekely our sinnes before God.
The First thing Therefore that we ought to Learn and bear in mind upon this article, is, that we confess and acknowledge most humbly and meekly our Sins before God.
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As concerning the first poynt, it is playne and euident that wee are all of vs miserable sinners before GOD, which looketh vpon the hearts of men, and tryeth them:
As Concerning the First point, it is plain and evident that we Are all of us miserable Sinners before GOD, which looks upon the hearts of men, and trieth them:
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Nay, Salomon doeth tell vs, that there is not a man that sinneth not, 1. Reg. 8. Eccle. 7. And Saint Iohn sayeth playnely, that if we say we haue no sinne, we doe but deceyue our owne selues,
Nay, Solomon doth tell us, that there is not a man that Sinneth not, 1. Reg. 8. Eccle. 7. And Saint John Saith plainly, that if we say we have no sin, we do but deceive our own selves,
Our Sauiour Christ hath taught his to say dayly and hourely, euen as long as they liue, Forgiue vs our sinnes or trespasses, Matth. 6. It is therefore a deuilish pride and presumption to say, whosoeuer he be, that he is no sinner:
Our Saviour christ hath taught his to say daily and hourly, even as long as they live, Forgive us our Sins or Trespasses, Matthew 6. It is Therefore a devilish pride and presumption to say, whosoever he be, that he is no sinner:
Well, if these testimonies of scripture did not condemne them sufficiently, yet I am sure, their owne heart & consciences some time or other wil accuse thē,
Well, if these testimonies of scripture did not condemn them sufficiently, yet I am sure, their own heart & Consciences Some time or other will accuse them,
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Who desireth meate, that is not hungry? or drinke, that is not thirstie? or clothes, that thinketh he hath apparel ynough? My meaning is this, It is not ynough for a man to thinke he is a sinner,
Who Desires meat, that is not hungry? or drink, that is not thirsty? or clothes, that Thinketh he hath apparel enough? My meaning is this, It is not enough for a man to think he is a sinner,
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Thē if he come to Christ, he shall quickly haue remedy for thē. For he came not to cal the righteous, y• is, thē that thought themselues ryghteous,
Them if he come to christ, he shall quickly have remedy for them. For he Come not to call the righteous, y• is, them that Thought themselves righteous,
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And this agreeth with that notable saying of Paul, that Christ Iesus came into this world to saue sinners, wherof he cōfessed himself to be chiefe, 1. Tim. 1. There is a notable place cōcerning this matter in ye fourth of Luke, where our Sauiour Christ, entring into the Synagogue of Nazareth to reade and to preach on the Sabboth day, found ye place where it was writtē of him in ye 61. of Esay, saying, The Spirit of the Lord is vpon me,
And this agreeth with that notable saying of Paul, that christ Iesus Come into this world to save Sinners, whereof he confessed himself to be chief, 1. Tim. 1. There is a notable place Concerning this matter in you fourth of Luke, where our Saviour christ, entering into the Synagogue of Nazareth to read and to preach on the Sabbath day, found you place where it was written of him in you 61. of Isaiah, saying, The Spirit of the Lord is upon me,
because, although they were sinners, yea, and grieuous sinners too, yet they had an opinion of holines and righteousnesse in them selues, aboue other men,
Because, although they were Sinners, yea, and grievous Sinners too, yet they had an opinion of holiness and righteousness in them selves, above other men,
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and iustified them selues before our Sauiour Christ, as we see in the parable of the Publicane and Pharise that went vp both of them to praye into the Temple, Luk. 18. These Pharises our sauiour saide, they had no neede of the Physician,
and justified them selves before our Saviour christ, as we see in the parable of the Publican and Pharisee that went up both of them to pray into the Temple, Luk. 18. These Pharisees our Saviour said, they had no need of the physician,
For verely herein we must all of vs bee lyke vnto beggers, that, to mooue pitie and compassion, shewe not the best thinges they haue, (if they haue any) but the worst,
For verily herein we must all of us be like unto beggars, that, to move pity and compassion, show not the best things they have, (if they have any) but the worst,
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Let therefore euery hill and mountayne be layde lowe, Luke 3. A notable example of this meeke and humble confession of our sinnes, we haue in the Prophete Dauid, who,
Let Therefore every hill and mountain be laid low, Lycia 3. A notable Exampl of this meek and humble Confessi of our Sins, we have in the Prophet David, who,
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although he were a King, yet when he was reprehended and reprooued sharpely of the Prophete Nathan for his adulterie and murder, sayd, without any replying or checking of the Prophete, most mildely, I haue sinned vnto the Lorde.
although he were a King, yet when he was reprehended and reproved sharply of the Prophet Nathan for his adultery and murder, said, without any replying or checking of the Prophet, most mildly, I have sinned unto the Lord.
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And therefore he heard incontinently that sweete answere from the Lorde, The Lorde also hath put awaye thy sinne, thou shalt not die, 2. of Kinges 12. Chapter.
And Therefore he herd incontinently that sweet answer from the Lord, The Lord also hath put away thy sin, thou shalt not die, 2. of Kings 12. Chapter.
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Did not Tobiah do the like? and Paul him selfe doeth in many places confesse with griefe of minde, that he was a persecuter of the Church of Christ, 1. Cor. 15. yea, that he had the relikes of sinne still abiding in him, Rom. 7. Yea this confession & acknowledging of our faults, must sometime be made to our neyghbour or brother,
Did not Tobiah do the like? and Paul him self doth in many places confess with grief of mind, that he was a Persecutor of the Church of christ, 1. Cor. 15. yea, that he had the Relics of sin still abiding in him, Rom. 7. Yea this Confessi & acknowledging of our Faults, must sometime be made to our neighbour or brother,
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as our Sauiour sayeth, Matth. 5. If thou bring thy gift to the altar, & there remēbrest that thy brother hath ought against thee, leaue there thine offring before the altar,
as our Saviour Saith, Matthew 5. If thou bring thy gift to the altar, & there Rememberest that thy brother hath ought against thee, leave there thine offering before the altar,
Neyther doeth this place of Iames prooue the Popish confession, as they woulde haue it: for hee speaketh not here of the Priest, but of all Christians.
Neither doth this place of James prove the Popish Confessi, as they would have it: for he speaks not Here of the Priest, but of all Christians.
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for who knoweth howe oft hee offendeth? as Dauid sayth, Psalme 19. neyther is this thing warranted by any authoritie or example in scripture. But to our purpose:
for who Knoweth how oft he offends? as David say, Psalm 19. neither is this thing warranted by any Authority or Exampl in scripture. But to our purpose:
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Surely if these things bee added to take away our sinnes, then is not this our article true, which sayth, that there is a free remission of sinnes without paying any thing at all of our part,
Surely if these things be added to take away our Sins, then is not this our article true, which say, that there is a free remission of Sins without paying any thing At all of our part,
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but Iohn pronounceth, that if any man thirst, he may come and take of the well of the water of life freely, Reuelation 20. 22. Esay 55. If wee may take away any of our sinnes by satisfying for them,
but John pronounceth, that if any man thirst, he may come and take of the well of the water of life freely, Revelation 20. 22. Isaiah 55. If we may take away any of our Sins by satisfying for them,
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and howe then can wee satisfie, except wee bee freely forgiuen? This Dauid well vnderstoode, saying, If thou, O Lord, straitly markest iniquities, O Lorde, who may stande? but marke what Dauid addeth,
and how then can we satisfy, except we be freely forgiven? This David well understood, saying, If thou, Oh Lord, straitly markest iniquities, Oh Lord, who may stand? but mark what David adds,
but mercie (saith hee) is with thee, that thou maiest be feared, Psal. 130. Hee declareth vnto vs sufficiently, that wee can not bee iustified before the most pure God, but by forgiuenesse of sinnes:
but mercy (Says he) is with thee, that thou Mayest be feared, Psalm 130. He Declareth unto us sufficiently, that we can not be justified before the most pure God, but by forgiveness of Sins:
for what should God forgiue vs, if we were not sinners? The seconde thing to consider in this article, is to knowe to whome to come vnto for the forgiuenesse of sinnes,
for what should God forgive us, if we were not Sinners? The seconde thing to Consider in this article, is to know to whom to come unto for the forgiveness of Sins,
vntill shee came to Christ, who cured her immediatly, Luke 8. for he is only the good Physition, that came to cure our deadly woundes, Matthewe 9. Will yee then knowe who this is that onely forgiueth sinnes? Marke what the holy Ghost saith, Ioh. 1. Behold the lambe of God that taketh away the sinnes of the worlde.
until she Come to christ, who cured her immediately, Lycia 8. for he is only the good physician, that Come to cure our deadly wounds, Matthew 9. Will ye then know who this is that only forgives Sins? Mark what the holy Ghost Says, John 1. Behold the lamb of God that Takes away the Sins of the world.
Who is this onely lambe of God, but Iesus Christ the sonne of GOD, slaine from the beginning of the worlde for the sinnes of the people? for there is but one mediatour betweene God & man, ye man Iesus Christ, 1 Timo. 2. and he hath giuen him selfe a ransome for all.
Who is this only lamb of God, but Iesus christ the son of GOD, slain from the beginning of the world for the Sins of the people? for there is but one Mediator between God & man, you man Iesus christ, 1 Timothy 2. and he hath given him self a ransom for all.
Wee haue (saith the holy ghost) an altar (meaning Christ:) whereof they haue no authoritie to eate, which serue in the tabernacle, meaning the vnbeleeuing Iewes.
we have (Says the holy ghost) an altar (meaning christ:) whereof they have no Authority to eat, which serve in the tabernacle, meaning the unbelieving Iewes.
Let vs therefore by him offer the sacrifice of praise alwayes to God, that is, the fruite of the lips, which confesse his name, Hebrews. 13. Our sauiour Christ,
Let us Therefore by him offer the sacrifice of praise always to God, that is, the fruit of the lips, which confess his name, Hebrews. 13. Our Saviour christ,
but in his name onely, Luke 24. and this doeth Peter in the Actes declare vnto vs chapter 10. Through his name euery one ye doth beleue, shal receiue remission of sins.
but in his name only, Lycia 24. and this doth Peter in the Acts declare unto us chapter 10. Through his name every one you does believe, shall receive remission of Sins.
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Healings of ye body were done & wrought in his name by y• Apostles, Actes 5. and therefore the clensing and curing of the soule, which is by remission of our sinnes, is much more to be looked for at his hands.
Healings of the body were done & wrought in his name by y• Apostles, Acts 5. and Therefore the cleansing and curing of the soul, which is by remission of our Sins, is much more to be looked for At his hands.
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but by the hāds of Ioseph, whō he had made ouerseer & ruler of the land in his name (for when they cryed to him for breade, he sayde, Goe yee to Ioseph, and what he sayth to you, do ye, Genesis 41.) so it is nowe in the famine and dearth of our soules for spirituall foode, we can haue nothing to feed our hungry soules from the king of heauen,
but by the hands of Ioseph, whom he had made overseer & ruler of the land in his name (for when they cried to him for bread, he said, Go ye to Ioseph, and what he say to you, do you, Genesis 41.) so it is now in the famine and dearth of our Souls for spiritual food, we can have nothing to feed our hungry Souls from the King of heaven,
but they that looke vp to the sonne of God on hie in heauen, they haue redemption by his blood, that is, the remission of sinnes, Ephesians 1. There is no other name vnder heauen, wherein we must be saued, no other fundation, whereupon wee must builde vp into heauen, no other stone that coupleth the building together, no other key that openeth heauē gates vnto vs,
but they that look up to the son of God on high in heaven, they have redemption by his blood, that is, the remission of Sins, Ephesians 1. There is no other name under heaven, wherein we must be saved, no other Foundation, whereupon we must build up into heaven, no other stone that Coupleth the building together, no other key that Openeth heaven gates unto us,
but Iesus Christ, Reuelation. 5. Except therefore we beleeue that it is he that taketh away all our sinnes, wee shall die in them, Iohn. 8. Neither is this doctrine onely confirmed vnto vs by the authorities of the worde,
but Iesus christ, Revelation. 5. Except Therefore we believe that it is he that Takes away all our Sins, we shall die in them, John. 8. Neither is this Doctrine only confirmed unto us by the authorities of the word,
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Dauid was ignorant in the way of the Lord, but to whom doth he goe for knowledge? Teach me, O Lorde, (saith hee) the way of thy statutes, Psalme 119. Neither shall ye reade, that he went at any time to any other, in that his whole booke of prayers & thankesgiuings, saue onely to the Lorde:
David was ignorant in the Way of the Lord, but to whom does he go for knowledge? Teach me, Oh Lord, (Says he) the Way of thy statutes, Psalm 119. Neither shall you read, that he went At any time to any other, in that his Whole book of Prayers & thanksgivings, save only to the Lord:
Saint Paul praied to the Lorde, to haue the messenger of Satan to depart from him, 2. Cor. 12. Neither can there be any example brought of any, that euer he went to any other then to the Lord onely, to haue his sinnes and offences taken awaye.
Saint Paul prayed to the Lord, to have the Messenger of Satan to depart from him, 2. Cor. 12. Neither can there be any Exampl brought of any, that ever he went to any other then to the Lord only, to have his Sins and offences taken away.
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The Turke that hateth this name of Christ, and goeth not about to haue remission of sinnes by it, can clayme no part in the inheritance of the kingdome of heauen:
The Turk that hates this name of christ, and Goes not about to have remission of Sins by it, can claim no part in the inheritance of the Kingdom of heaven:
Agayne, he trusteth to his Alcoran, and his false prophet Mahomet, and forsaketh the true and euerlasting Prophete Iesus Christ, whome God sent into the worlde, to giue life vnto it.
Again, he Trusteth to his Alcorani, and his false Prophet Mahomet, and Forsaketh the true and everlasting Prophet Iesus christ, whom God sent into the world, to give life unto it.
and go about to establish their owne righteousnesse by the workes of the Lawe, whereas Christ is the full ende or perfection of the Lawe, for righteousnesse to euery one that beleeueth, Rom. 10. They haue a zeale,
and go about to establish their own righteousness by the works of the Law, whereas christ is the full end or perfection of the Law, for righteousness to every one that Believeth, Rom. 10. They have a zeal,
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and also accursed iustly by the Law before the Lord, For cursed (sayeth he) is he that continueth not in all thinges that are written in this booke to doe them, Galat. 3. They are detters then (without Christ) to keepe and perfourme the whole Lawe perfitly and absolutely vnto the Lorde, which no man can doe, no not they,
and also accursed justly by the Law before the Lord, For cursed (Saith he) is he that Continueth not in all things that Are written in this book to do them, Galatians 3. They Are debtors then (without christ) to keep and perform the Whole Law perfectly and absolutely unto the Lord, which no man can do, no not they,
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and yet vtterly denyeth him in his whole life & conuersation, can hope for no remission of his sinnes, continuing still as he doeth in disobedience, and all kinde of abominations.
and yet utterly denyeth him in his Whole life & Conversation, can hope for no remission of his Sins, Continuing still as he doth in disobedience, and all kind of abominations.
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trueth it is, he hath done so, but yet they are such sinners as repent and are sory for their former sinnes, they lead not their life in voluntarie sinnes,
truth it is, he hath done so, but yet they Are such Sinners as Repent and Are sorry for their former Sins, they led not their life in voluntary Sins,
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But he that hardeneth his heart, and goeth on still in his former wickednesse, without remorse of cōscience at al, he heapeth vp wrath vnto himselfe against the daye of wrath,
But he that Hardeneth his heart, and Goes on still in his former wickedness, without remorse of conscience At all, he heapeth up wrath unto himself against the day of wrath,
Well, to conclude this part, if this remission of sinnes come vnto vs by Christ, let vs be sure to bee in his loue, let vs not profane his holy name by our vile blasphemies in our mouthes dayly, as the wicked doe:
Well, to conclude this part, if this remission of Sins come unto us by christ, let us be sure to be in his love, let us not profane his holy name by our vile Blasphemies in our mouths daily, as the wicked doe:
For he that commeth vnto him, must beleeue that he is, and that hee is a rewarder of all them that seeke him, as sayth the holy Ghost the eleuenth to the Hebrewes.
For he that comes unto him, must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of all them that seek him, as say the holy Ghost the Eleventh to the Hebrews.
When therefore the Lorde Iesus offereth this great benefite of saluation vnto vs, in the free remission of all our sinnes, wee must not offer out to him our foule feete, that is to saye, our woorkes, which are with many sinnes polluted and defiled:
When Therefore the Lord Iesus Offereth this great benefit of salvation unto us, in the free remission of all our Sins, we must not offer out to him our foul feet, that is to say, our works, which Are with many Sins polluted and defiled:
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But we must as he hath commaunded, and alwaies in the Gospell requireth, when he is about to doe vs any good, beleeue onely in him, that is, offer vnto him our hande, that is, true faith, which is a fitte thing and instrument to receiue his blessinges.
But we must as he hath commanded, and always in the Gospel requires, when he is about to do us any good, believe only in him, that is, offer unto him our hand, that is, true faith, which is a fit thing and Instrument to receive his blessings.
In the ninth chapter of the Gospel after Saint Matthews, wee reade there, of a very charitable deede of foure men, that brought one being sicke of the palsie to our sauiour Christ,
In the ninth chapter of the Gospel After Saint Matthews, we read there, of a very charitable deed of foure men, that brought one being sick of the palsy to our Saviour christ,
but what sayde our sauiour Christ concerning this? Iesus seeing their faith, sayde to the sicke of the palsie, Sonne, be of good comfort, thy sinnes are forgiuen thee.
but what said our Saviour christ Concerning this? Iesus seeing their faith, said to the sick of the palsy, Son, be of good Comfort, thy Sins Are forgiven thee.
Daughter, be of good comfort, thy faith hath made thee whole, Matt. 9. When he raysed vp the rulers daughter, he required but onely faith of him, which thing the Papistes saye, we can not prooue out of the Scripture.
Daughter, be of good Comfort, thy faith hath made thee Whole, Matt. 9. When he raised up the Rulers daughter, he required but only faith of him, which thing the Papists say, we can not prove out of the Scripture.
Now if Christ require this faith in the cure of the externall man, that is, of the bodie, which is the lesse thing, hee doeth much more require it in the healing of the inner man, the soule, which is the greater cure, and of more valewe.
Now if christ require this faith in the cure of the external man, that is, of the body, which is the less thing, he doth much more require it in the healing of the inner man, the soul, which is the greater cure, and of more valve.
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You haue then heard, that faith in Christ cureth the body: heare nowe also, that Christ requireth faith especially to beleeue in him to euerlasting life.
You have then herd, that faith in christ cureth the body: hear now also, that christ requires faith especially to believe in him to everlasting life.
euen to them that beleeue in his name, Iohn 1. Againe, So God loued the world, that he gaue his onely begotten Sonne, that whosoeuer beleeueth in him, should not perish,
even to them that believe in his name, John 1. Again, So God loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever Believeth in him, should not perish,
Notable is that place in the sixtenth chapter of the Actes of the Apostles, where the Iayler demandeth of Paul and Silas, what he should doe to be saued:
Notable is that place in the Sixteenth chapter of the Acts of the Apostles, where the Jailer demandeth of Paul and Silas, what he should do to be saved:
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and I will fill it, Psal. 81. In that place the Lorde accuseth the incredulitie of the Israelites, that did not open their mouthes in faith, to receiue his benefites in such obedience, as he powreth them out.
and I will fill it, Psalm 81. In that place the Lord Accuseth the incredulity of the Israelites, that did not open their mouths in faith, to receive his benefits in such Obedience, as he poureth them out.
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then on the other side, incredulitie of man is the stoppe or hinderance that letteth the Lord, to powre down his blessings vpon vs. This lacke of faith doeth shut vp his beneuolence and good will from vs,
then on the other side, incredulity of man is the stop or hindrance that lets the Lord, to pour down his blessings upon us This lack of faith doth shut up his benevolence and good will from us,
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euen the mother and fountaine of all other sinnes? This is that which the Euangelist Saint Matthewe reprehendeth in the Nazarites, euen their incredulitie:
even the mother and fountain of all other Sins? This is that which the Evangelist Saint Matthew reprehendeth in the nazarites, even their incredulity:
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as hee did in other places, they were offended with him, and gaue him iust occasion to saye of them, That a Prophete was not without honour, saue in his owne countrey, and in his owne house.
as he did in other places, they were offended with him, and gave him just occasion to say of them, That a Prophet was not without honour, save in his own country, and in his own house.
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for their vnbeliefes sake, Matth. 13. So likewise our Sauiour Christ sayeth to the father of the childe that was lunatike, considering his want of faith:
for their unbeliefs sake, Matthew 13. So likewise our Saviour christ Saith to the father of the child that was lunatic, considering his want of faith:
If thou couldest (saith he) beleeue, all thinges were possible to him that beleeueth, Marke 9. And this is the onely cause that barred the Israelites out of the land of Canaan:
If thou Couldst (Says he) believe, all things were possible to him that Believeth, Mark 9. And this is the only cause that barred the Israelites out of the land of Canaan:
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For we see that they could not enter in, because of vnbeliefe, Hebr. 3. No more shall any enter at all into heauen, which was figured by the holy lande of promes, which beleeue not:
For we see that they could not enter in, Because of unbelief, Hebrew 3. No more shall any enter At all into heaven, which was figured by the holy land of promise, which believe not:
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for Iohn sayeth, that all the vnbeleuing shal haue their part in th• •ake that burneth with fire & brimsto•• •hich is the second death, Reue. 21. Nowe when wee saye, that faith alone in Christ doeth applie all his good workes vnto vs, wee doe not speake against good workes, that are done of the godly here in this life,
for John Saith, that all the unbelieving shall have their part in th• •ake that burns with fire & brimsto•• •hich is the second death, Reue. 21. Now when we say, that faith alone in christ doth apply all his good works unto us, we do not speak against good works, that Are done of the godly Here in this life,
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Wee exclude not workes in life and maners here before men, but wee exclude them frō any part or portion of iustification before the almightie God, in whose presence nothing is perfite, cleane or pure, no not the sunne,
we exclude not works in life and manners Here before men, but we exclude them from any part or portion of justification before the almighty God, in whose presence nothing is perfect, clean or pure, no not the sun,
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first, because God hath commanded them, secondly, because he is glorified by them, as our Sauiour sayeth Matthewe the fift, Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good workes,
First, Because God hath commanded them, secondly, Because he is glorified by them, as our Saviour Saith Matthew the fift, Let your Light so shine before men, that they may see your good works,
The Papistes saye, that faith alone can not iustifie vs, because it is vnperfect, as wee say workes are, which therefore can not saue vs. But we must vnderstand that the reason is not alike:
The Papists say, that faith alone can not justify us, Because it is unperfect, as we say works Are, which Therefore can not save us But we must understand that the reason is not alike:
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or a thumbe, or that hath his hand sore, or otherwise blemished, may as well with his lame hand receiue a good and fine piece of golde from a riche man,
or a thumb, or that hath his hand soar, or otherwise blemished, may as well with his lame hand receive a good and fine piece of gold from a rich man,
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And nothing shall be vnpossible vnto vs, as Christ sayde to his disciples in the like matter, Matth. 17. Nowe faith is sayde to bee a firme and a constant assent of the minde to the wordes of God, wrought by the motion of the holy ghost for the saluation of all the beleeuers.
And nothing shall be unpossible unto us, as christ said to his Disciples in the like matter, Matthew 17. Now faith is said to be a firm and a constant assent of the mind to the words of God, wrought by the motion of the holy ghost for the salvation of all the believers.
it behoueth vs to looke about, and to examine well our selues, our hearts, our cōsciences, our inwarde parts and affections, to see whether we be in this faith or no,
it behooves us to look about, and to examine well our selves, our hearts, our Consciences, our inward parts and affections, to see whither we be in this faith or no,
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as it is reported in the Actes, that while Peter spake, the holy Ghost fell on all them that heard the worde. Actes 10. This fayth is our wedding garment, & without it, wee shall be excluded and shut out from the marriage of the Lambe.
as it is reported in the Acts, that while Peter spoke, the holy Ghost fell on all them that herd the word. Acts 10. This faith is our wedding garment, & without it, we shall be excluded and shut out from the marriage of the Lamb.
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This doctrine of faith in Christ Iesus, yt we are iustified by it alone, & by it obtaine remission of sinnes without the works of ye law, is not priuate to some,
This Doctrine of faith in christ Iesus, that we Are justified by it alone, & by it obtain remission of Sins without the works of you law, is not private to Some,
but cōmon to al that do vnfeynedly beleeue it, whether they be rich or poore, prince or begger, bond or free, Iew or Gētile, in this countrey or that, al are one in Christ Iesus who is brother to all alike,
but Common to all that do vnfeynedly believe it, whither they be rich or poor, Prince or beggar, bound or free, Iew or Gentile, in this country or that, all Are one in christ Iesus who is brother to all alike,
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This, as it is ioyfull and comfortable to all, so is it most specially to all them that are afflicted in minde, to them whose calling is but base and abiect in the worlde, to such whom the worlde maketh no account of, briefly to all that are in pouerty and miserie, forsaken of the worlde for Christes sake.
This, as it is joyful and comfortable to all, so is it most specially to all them that Are afflicted in mind, to them whose calling is but base and abject in the world, to such whom the world makes no account of, briefly to all that Are in poverty and misery, forsaken of the world for Christ's sake.
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For what els do we say, but that we receiue remission of sinnes through faith in Christes name? And doth not S. Peter in ye Actes the tenth chapter say the very same,
For what Else do we say, but that we receive remission of Sins through faith in Christ's name? And does not S. Peter in you Acts the tenth chapter say the very same,
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To him (saith hee) meaning Christ, of whom hee made that excellent sermon, going before vnto the captaine Cornelius, giue all the Prophets witnesse, that through his name, all that beleeue in him, shal receiue remission of sinnes.
To him (Says he) meaning christ, of whom he made that excellent sermon, going before unto the captain Cornelius, give all the prophets witness, that through his name, all that believe in him, shall receive remission of Sins.
and such as the Prophetes them selues all long agoe did teache, that by fayth in Christ, euery one that beleeueth, shall haue pardon of all his sinnes,
and such as the prophets them selves all long ago did teach, that by faith in christ, every one that Believeth, shall have pardon of all his Sins,
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Let this bee our comfort, that wee that haue any feare of God, any loue to Iesus Christ our sweete sauiour, any reuerence to heare his blessed worde and Gospell,
Let this be our Comfort, that we that have any Fear of God, any love to Iesus christ our sweet Saviour, any Reverence to hear his blessed word and Gospel,
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You haue heard nowe (dearely beloued) what it is we haue to learne and beare away vpon this article, what is the meaning of it, what partes of doctrine it doeth conteine in it.
You have herd now (dearly Beloved) what it is we have to Learn and bear away upon this article, what is the meaning of it, what parts of Doctrine it doth contain in it.
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as either the Diamonde doeth the stone in the streate, or els the purest and finest golde that may bee, the filthiest drosse and durt that can be founde,
as either the Diamond doth the stone in the street, or Else the Purest and Finest gold that may be, the filthiest dross and dirt that can be found,
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vntill wee come to that state, wherein it shall bee cleane put awaye, and altogether destroyed, which will bee when we shall meete together in the ioyfull and happy resurrection of our bodyes, whereof we are to speake in the article following.
until we come to that state, wherein it shall be clean put away, and altogether destroyed, which will be when we shall meet together in the joyful and happy resurrection of our bodies, whereof we Are to speak in the article following.
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I that am a Christian, do most certainely beleeue, that not only my body, but the bodyes of all men, that euer haue bene from the beginning of the world to the end of it, shall at the last day of iudgement, by the power of Christ at his comming, be raysed vp againe, (being the same in substance,
I that am a Christian, do most Certainly believe, that not only my body, but the bodies of all men, that ever have be from the beginning of the world to the end of it, shall At the last day of judgement, by the power of christ At his coming, be raised up again, (being the same in substance,
And I moreouer beleeue, that they shalbe ioyned to their soules inseperably, at the which resurrection the godly shall haue a full ende of all their miseries, and paynes here;
And I moreover believe, that they shall joined to their Souls inseparably, At the which resurrection the godly shall have a full end of all their misery's, and pains Here;
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with full possession of eternall life, and that the wicked and reprobate shall goe into euerlasting hel fire, which is prepared for the deuil and his angels.
with full possession of Eternal life, and that the wicked and Reprobate shall go into everlasting hell fire, which is prepared for the Devil and his Angels.
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I am not ignorant, howe that very many thinges must be repeated here, which haue bene spoken of before, both in the article of Christes resurrection, which is a playne confirmation and proofe of this,
I am not ignorant, how that very many things must be repeated Here, which have be spoken of before, both in the article of Christ's resurrection, which is a plain confirmation and proof of this,
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and also in the other artice of his cōming agayne to iudgement, which shalbe then when this article shalbe fully accomplished vnto vs. These thinges are so incident the one to the other, I meane Christes resurrectiō,
and also in the other artice of his coming again to judgement, which shall then when this article shall Fully accomplished unto us These things Are so incident the one to the other, I mean Christ's resurrection,
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In the Scriptures both in the Lawe and in the Prophetes, and also in the newe Testament, yee haue the same lessons giuen foorth often vnto you, especially in the Psalmes, where the latter part of the verse, is either but a repetition,
In the Scriptures both in the Law and in the prophets, and also in the new Testament, ye have the same Lessons given forth often unto you, especially in the Psalms, where the latter part of the verse, is either but a repetition,
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and for you it is a sure thing, chapter 3. Seeing this is so, let vs then come to our purpose, which is to proue that there shall bee a generall resurrection of all men.
and for you it is a sure thing, chapter 3. Seeing this is so, let us then come to our purpose, which is to prove that there shall be a general resurrection of all men.
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neither should theybe vnsearcheable or past finding out, which S. Paul the Apostle affirmeth, Romanes. 11. saying, O the deepenesse of the riches, both of the wisedome and knowledge of God! Many of the better sort of the heathen Philosophers,
neither should theybe unsearchable or past finding out, which S. Paul the Apostle Affirmeth, Romans. 11. saying, Oh the deepness of the riches, both of the Wisdom and knowledge of God! Many of the better sort of the heathen Philosophers,
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yet they neuer did so much as once dreame or thinke of the immortalitie, and resurrection of the fleshe, which we beare about with vs. So incredible a thing did it seeme vnto them.
yet they never did so much as once dream or think of the immortality, and resurrection of the Flesh, which we bear about with us So incredible a thing did it seem unto them.
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but when he sayde and affirmed constantly vnto them, that God had appoynted a day, in ye which he wil iudge the worlde in righteousnesse, by that man whom hee hath appoynted, wherof he hath giuen an assurance to all men, in that he hath raysed him from the dead, thē they mocked,
but when he said and affirmed constantly unto them, that God had appointed a day, in you which he will judge the world in righteousness, by that man whom he hath appointed, whereof he hath given an assurance to all men, in that he hath raised him from the dead, them they mocked,
because they heard of ye resurrection from the dead, Actes 17. Well, notwithstanding al this, we that are Christians and trayned vp in the schole of Christ our master, must beleeue this point.
Because they herd of the resurrection from the dead, Acts 17. Well, notwithstanding all this, we that Are Christians and trained up in the school of christ our master, must believe this point.
Let vs therefore heare, and marke also some infallible testimonies, and authorityes of the euerlasting & true word of God, to builde our fayth vpō in this so hard & strange a matter to reason,
Let us Therefore hear, and mark also Some infallible testimonies, and authorities of the everlasting & true word of God, to build our faith upon in this so hard & strange a matter to reason,
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We haue in the third chapter of the booke Exodus, a manifest proofe of the resurrection in these woordes, where as God speaking to Moses, sayeth on this wise, I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isahac, and the God of Iacob.
We have in the third chapter of the book Exodus, a manifest proof of the resurrection in these words, where as God speaking to Moses, Saith on this wise, I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Iacob.
It was euident therefore that Abraham with ye rest of ye fathers, shal rise againe. Very excellent is ye place of Iob, in the nineteenth chapter of his booke.
It was evident Therefore that Abraham with you rest of you Father's, shall rise again. Very excellent is the place of Job, in the nineteenth chapter of his book.
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We see by this, that Iob long before vs, or before the newe Testament was written, had a full hope of the resurrection, that both body and soule should enioy the presence of God at the last day.
We see by this, that Job long before us, or before the new Testament was written, had a full hope of the resurrection, that both body and soul should enjoy the presence of God At the last day.
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this is written (as Paul sayeth) for our instruction, that wee shoulde haue the like hope and assurance as hee had, in the happie and blessed resurrection of our bodyes after death.
this is written (as Paul Saith) for our instruction, that we should have the like hope and assurance as he had, in the happy and blessed resurrection of our bodies After death.
That place of Daniel in the twelft of his prophesie is most euident, At that tyme, shal Michael stand vp, the great prince, which stādeth for the children of thy people,
That place of daniel in the twelft of his prophesy is most evident, At that time, shall Michael stand up, the great Prince, which Stands for the children of thy people,
and at that time thy people shalbe deliuered, euery one that shalbe written in the booke ▪ and many of them that sleepe in the dust of the earth, shall awake, some to euerlasting life,
and At that time thy people shall Delivered, every one that shall written in the book ▪ and many of them that sleep in the dust of the earth, shall awake, Some to everlasting life,
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and to prouide for the poore, sayde, that they should be recōpensed in the resurrection of the iust, Luk. 14. Where we may note, that the resurrection is sayde to be a recompence and a rewarde for the iust. And surely so it is:
and to provide for the poor, said, that they should be recompensed in the resurrection of the just, Luk. 14. Where we may note, that the resurrection is said to be a recompense and a reward for the just. And surely so it is:
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In the 6 of Iohn our Sauiour hath a notable place to confirme this matter vnto vs. Our Sauiour in that place speaketh of both the resurrections, the one from sinne in this life, in the 25. verse, that the dead should heare his voyce, that is, they that were in minde and fayth dead, should nowe heare his Gospel,
In the 6 of John our Saviour hath a notable place to confirm this matter unto us Our Saviour in that place speaks of both the resurrections, the one from sin in this life, in the 25. verse, that the dead should hear his voice, that is, they that were in mind and faith dead, should now hear his Gospel,
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Our Sauiour then goeth farther with them, & telleth them of more strange things then these, saying, Maruell not at this: for the houre shall come, in the which all that are in the graues, shall heare his voyce,
Our Saviour then Goes farther with them, & Telleth them of more strange things then these, saying, Marvel not At this: for the hour shall come, in the which all that Are in the graves, shall hear his voice,
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for hauing weake and corruptible bodies, they shalbe glorified and made heauenly bodies. If we consider the power of God whereby he is able to do all things,
for having weak and corruptible bodies, they shall glorified and made heavenly bodies. If we Consider the power of God whereby he is able to do all things,
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and therfore we must needes confesse that hee can doe it, as easily as he raysed vp the bodie of Christ, wherein he hath giuen the assurance of the whole Church.
and Therefore we must needs confess that he can do it, as Easily as he raised up the body of christ, wherein he hath given the assurance of the Whole Church.
And he that made al things of nothing at the first by his onely worde, is able also nowe to bring to passe that of dust and earth shall bodies be raysed vp againe.
And he that made all things of nothing At the First by his only word, is able also now to bring to pass that of dust and earth shall bodies be raised up again.
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or Festus, but he protested, that he had hope towarde God, that the resurrection of the dead, which dyd seeme an incredible thing vnto thē, Act. 26. shoulde bee both of iust and vniust, Act. 24. The hope of this resurrectiō made Saint Paul, as it shoulde doe vs, to do his duetie roundly:
or Festus, but he protested, that he had hope toward God, that the resurrection of the dead, which did seem an incredible thing unto them, Act. 26. should be both of just and unjust, Act. 24. The hope of this resurrection made Saint Paul, as it should do us, to do his duty roundly:
because they haue quite forgottē this day of ye resurrection, wherein an account must be giuen, not onely of wicked deedes and blasphemous wordes, but of euery idle worde spoken,
Because they have quite forgotten this day of the resurrection, wherein an account must be given, not only of wicked Deeds and blasphemous words, but of every idle word spoken,
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as our Sauiour sayeth, Matth. 12. If wee woulde consider this, howe wee must all stande naked before the hie tribunall seate of Christ Iesus, it woulde surely make vs to tremble & to quake euery veine and ioynt in vs, when we thinke vpon it.
as our Saviour Saith, Matthew 12. If we would Consider this, how we must all stand naked before the high tribunal seat of christ Iesus, it would surely make us to tremble & to quake every vein and joint in us, when we think upon it.
and if the diligent reader be disposed to see moe, let him reade the 15. Chapter of the first Epistle to the Corinthians, there he shall haue a goodly discourse & handling of this whole matter of set purpose, Paul prouing the resurrection by many reasons, both diuine and humane,
and if the diligent reader be disposed to see more, let him read the 15. Chapter of the First Epistle to the Corinthians, there he shall have a goodly discourse & handling of this Whole matter of Set purpose, Paul proving the resurrection by many Reasons, both divine and humane,
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Let our conuersation be in heauen, frō whence we looke for the sauiour, euē the Lord Iesus Christ, who shall change our vile bodie, that it may be fashioned like vnto his glorious body, according to the working whereby he is able euē to subdue al things vnto him selfe.
Let our Conversation be in heaven, from whence we look for the Saviour, even the Lord Iesus christ, who shall change our vile body, that it may be fashioned like unto his glorious body, according to the working whereby he is able even to subdue all things unto him self.
and the matter wherein this doeth stande, is the soule and body of man, which must bee repayred againe, being once corrupted by sinne in our first grandfather Adam,
and the matter wherein this doth stand, is the soul and body of man, which must be repaired again, being once corrupted by sin in our First grandfather Adam,
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in these he will shewe his exceeding great mercie, in making them vessels of honour to serue him, whome he will rewarde with euerlasting life, which yet notwithstanding they haue not of duetie deserued, (as the Papists say) but in mercie doeth the Lorde bestowe it vpon them.
in these he will show his exceeding great mercy, in making them vessels of honour to serve him, whom he will reward with everlasting life, which yet notwithstanding they have not of duty deserved, (as the Papists say) but in mercy doth the Lord bestow it upon them.
The other cause is in respect of the wicked and reprobate, vpon whom the Lorde will shewe his perfite iustice against sinne and wickednes, cōmitted of thē without repentance.
The other cause is in respect of the wicked and Reprobate, upon whom the Lord will show his perfect Justice against sin and wickedness, committed of them without Repentance.
These will hee make vessels of his wrath, which shal burne in thē with an vnquenchable fire, without ende and mercie, who because here they haue not bene throughly punished,
These will he make vessels of his wrath, which shall burn in them with an unquenchable fire, without end and mercy, who Because Here they have not be thoroughly punished,
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To speake of the end for the godly, first, so it is that the Lord hath promised in mercie to reward all his faythfull seruants, which commeth not manie times to passe in this life,
To speak of the end for the godly, First, so it is that the Lord hath promised in mercy to reward all his faithful Servants, which comes not many times to pass in this life,
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And if all godlinesse bee sure to bee recompensed with a promise of a good turne in the life to come (as Paul declareth to Timothie the first Epistle and fourth Chapter) Then out of all doubt very expedient and necessarie it is, that there shoulde be a resurrection. If any man say.
And if all godliness be sure to be recompensed with a promise of a good turn in the life to come (as Paul Declareth to Timothy the First Epistle and fourth Chapter) Then out of all doubt very expedient and necessary it is, that there should be a resurrection. If any man say.
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We must all (sayeth he) appeare before the iudgement seate of Christ, that euery man may receyue the things which are done in his body, according to that he hath done,
We must all (Saith he) appear before the judgement seat of christ, that every man may receive the things which Are done in his body, according to that he hath done,
The Lord will not suffer the giuing of a cuppe of colde water to his saints to goe vnrewarded, much more therefore will he rewarde those that haue giuen their bodies to be consumed in the flames of fire for his cause and the Gospel:
The Lord will not suffer the giving of a cup of cold water to his Saints to go unrewarded, much more Therefore will he reward those that have given their bodies to be consumed in the flames of fire for his cause and the Gospel:
so that if any lose his life for his sake in this worlde, he shall finde it in the worlde to come, with an hundred fold more, with all happinesse and ioy restored vnto him.
so that if any loose his life for his sake in this world, he shall find it in the world to come, with an hundred fold more, with all happiness and joy restored unto him.
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The Epistle to the Hebrewes, speaking of the excellent fayth of the olde Patriarkes and ancient fathers, sheweth vs what was their estate in this life,
The Epistle to the Hebrews, speaking of the excellent faith of the old Patriarchs and ancient Father's, shows us what was their estate in this life,
Some were racked and woulde not bee deliuered, others were tryed by mockings and scourginges, by bandes and imprisonment, they were stoned, they were hewen asunder, they were tempted, they were slayne with the sworde, they wandered vp & downe in goates skinnes,
some were racked and would not be Delivered, Others were tried by mockings and scourgings, by bands and imprisonment, they were stoned, they were hewn asunder, they were tempted, they were slain with the sword, they wandered up & down in Goats skins,
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If we aske the end, why they suffered and endured such things of the wicked, the same Apostle doeth make vs answere, This they did, that they might receiue a better resurrection.
If we ask the end, why they suffered and endured such things of the wicked, the same Apostle doth make us answer, This they did, that they might receive a better resurrection.
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as doe the bodies of bruite beastes, without any hope of the resurrection. Consider ye the Apostles, how they were rewarded here for their preaching and godly life:
as do the bodies of bruit beasts, without any hope of the resurrection. Consider you the Apostles, how they were rewarded Here for their preaching and godly life:
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did they not all for the most part, in the ende suffer death and martyredome for their labour? howe was Paul rewarded of the Lorde in this life? did hee not whippe and scourge him when hee receiued him for his sonne? yes truely.
did they not all for the most part, in the end suffer death and martyrdom for their labour? how was Paul rewarded of the Lord in this life? did he not whip and scourge him when he received him for his son? yes truly.
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nothing but a sea of troubles & miseries, fightings without, and terrours within, hunger and thirst, colde, nakednesse, bandes and pouertie were the rewardes that the Lorde gaue him here, insomuch, that hee might seeme to be in worse case after his conuersion to Christ,
nothing but a sea of Troubles & misery's, fightings without, and terrors within, hunger and thirst, cold, nakedness, bands and poverty were the rewards that the Lord gave him Here, insomuch, that he might seem to be in Worse case After his conversion to christ,
and embraced this present euill worlde, 2. Timothie 4. These things made Paul to say, that vnlesse there were a resurrection, his state had bene most miserable of al others,
and embraced this present evil world, 2. Timothy 4. These things made Paul to say, that unless there were a resurrection, his state had be most miserable of all Others,
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And al these vexations of the bodies, of soules, of mindes and consciences of men, is to teach them that no blessednesse is to bee hoped for in this our vale of miserie:
And all these vexations of the bodies, of Souls, of minds and Consciences of men, is to teach them that no blessedness is to be hoped for in this our vale of misery:
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They yt will haue their reward in this life, in short & transitorie pleasures of sinne for a season, feasting & sporting them selues in their wantonnes & vngodly delites,
They that will have their reward in this life, in short & transitory pleasures of sin for a season, feasting & sporting them selves in their wantonness & ungodly delights,
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& are impatiēt to looke & wait for ye heauenly promise of ioyes, that shal haue no ende, are like vnto the rich man both proude and gluttonous, that fared deliciously euery day,
& Are impatient to look & wait for you heavenly promise of Joys, that shall have no end, Are like unto the rich man both proud and gluttonous, that fared deliciously every day,
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and went in purple and silke, not regarding the poore estate of Lazarus, and therefore nowe in hel receiueth paine & punishment endles, which in his life time receiued pleasure & cōfort.
and went in purple and silk, not regarding the poor estate of Lazarus, and Therefore now in hell receiveth pain & punishment endless, which in his life time received pleasure & Comfort.
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for a trial of their faith, & can looke vp vnto y• celestial life to come, tarying the Lords leasure, these men are like to poore Lazarus, which in deed in his life time receiued paine,
for a trial of their faith, & can look up unto y• celestial life to come, tarrying the lords leisure, these men Are like to poor Lazarus, which in deed in his life time received pain,
but is now comforted beyond all mās expectation wt an euerlasting comfort, Luke 16. Dauid pronounceth thē blessed that feare ye Lord, & yet if we respect ye presēt time, it doth not so appeare to vs, but rather ye contrary:
but is now comforted beyond all men expectation with an everlasting Comfort, Lycia 16. David pronounceth them blessed that Fear you Lord, & yet if we respect you present time, it does not so appear to us, but rather the contrary:
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What crosses are shame to vs, & ignominie, contempt and reproche, which cause many most desperately to hang themselues? What is pouertie with her children? as lacke of friendes, meate and drinke, want of apparell which is necessarie, lodging,
What Crosses Are shame to us, & ignominy, contempt and reproach, which cause many most desperately to hang themselves? What is poverty with her children? as lack of Friends, meat and drink, want of apparel which is necessary, lodging,
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And these troubles that I haue aboue rehearsed, as they are common to all, so especially to the godly, to make them not to bee in loue with this worlde, seeing the Lorde hath reserued the blessed resurrection for them.
And these Troubles that I have above rehearsed, as they Are Common to all, so especially to the godly, to make them not to be in love with this world, seeing the Lord hath reserved the blessed resurrection for them.
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Wherefore (dearly beloued) call now to remembrance the dayes that are passed, and consider the sayntes, which after they had receiued light, endured a great fight in afflictions,
Wherefore (dearly Beloved) call now to remembrance the days that Are passed, and Consider the Saints, which After they had received Light, endured a great fight in afflictions,
and not before shall fully be rewarded, and made perfitely blessed in euery part, both body and soule, wherein they haue serued their Lorde faythfully, when they were aliue.
and not before shall Fully be rewarded, and made perfectly blessed in every part, both body and soul, wherein they have served their Lord faithfully, when they were alive.
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Nowe let vs see the ende, for the which all the wicked shall rise againe at that day, which also standeth with the iustice of the Lorde, to recompence them after their demerites.
Now let us see the end, for the which all the wicked shall rise again At that day, which also Stands with the Justice of the Lord, to recompense them After their demerits.
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so it standeth with equitie, that not onely their mindes and consciences be tormented, but also their bodyes, by the which they here haue wrought all these abominations, should feele the rewarde & stipende of sinne, which is the euerlasting death,
so it Stands with equity, that not only their minds and Consciences be tormented, but also their bodies, by the which they Here have wrought all these abominations, should feel the reward & stipend of sin, which is the everlasting death,
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Habakkuk 1. This complaynt likewise made the prophet Ieremie in his time, in the 12. of his prophecie, saying, O Lord, if I dispute with thee, thou art righteous,
Habakkuk 1. This complaint likewise made the Prophet Ieremie in his time, in the 12. of his prophecy, saying, Oh Lord, if I dispute with thee, thou art righteous,
wherefore doeth the way of the vngodly prosper? why are they in wealth, that rebelliously trāsgresse? These were Ieremies words cōcerning the ill men:
Wherefore doth the Way of the ungodly prosper? why Are they in wealth, that rebelliously transgress? These were Jeremiahs words Concerning the ill men:
their eyes stand out for fatnesse: they haue more then heart can wishe: they are licentious, & speake wickedly of their oppression: they talke presumptuously:
their eyes stand out for fatness: they have more then heart can wish: they Are licentious, & speak wickedly of their oppression: they talk presumptuously:
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but what doth Dauid confesse of him selfe, which was the childe of God? Daily (saith he) haue I bene punished and chastened euery morning, Psal. 73. Seeing this standeth so with the wicked, shall wee not say, yt they shalbe punished elsewhere? Yes no doubt, there is a iudgemēt day kept in store for them, where they shall be punished,
but what does David confess of him self, which was the child of God? Daily (Says he) have I be punished and chastened every morning, Psalm 73. Seeing this Stands so with the wicked, shall we not say, that they shall punished elsewhere? Yes no doubt, there is a judgement day kept in store for them, where they shall be punished,
& kept vnder the rod, when as their persecutors, the Assyrians, y• Caldeans, the Persians, the Grecians, the Romanes, with the rest, liued in al wealth, peace and worldly prosperitie.
& kept under the rod, when as their persecutors, the Assyrians, y• Chaldaeans, the Persians, the Greeks, the Romans, with the rest, lived in all wealth, peace and worldly Prosperity.
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seeing the wicked shalbe rewarded seuen fold into their bosome, and shall make and giue an account very strait of all their life wickedly & vngraciously spent vpon ye earth:
seeing the wicked shall rewarded seuen fold into their bosom, and shall make and give an account very strait of all their life wickedly & ungraciously spent upon you earth:
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let not vs freat at them before the time, as Dauid counselleth vs, neither let vs enuy their hie & so prosperous estate, for they shall soone be cut down like grasse,
let not us freat At them before the time, as David counselleth us, neither let us envy their high & so prosperous estate, for they shall soon be Cut down like grass,
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Lo, see their cōtinuance, & to what thing it is likened of the holy Ghost, Psal. 37. The third thing in this resurrection, is ye comfort that thereby doth ensue to ye godly,
Lo, see their Continuance, & to what thing it is likened of the holy Ghost, Psalm 37. The third thing in this resurrection, is the Comfort that thereby does ensue to you godly,
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For they yt are wel perswaded in minde of ye resurrectiō of their bodies, can not but at ye last houre of death depart ioyfully & merrily out of this life,
For they that Are well persuaded in mind of you resurrection of their bodies, can not but At you last hour of death depart joyfully & merrily out of this life,
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But they yt are not fully persuaded of this true article, die very vnwillingly, & with griefe & sorow of mind, thinking they shal lose all pleasure here,
But they that Are not Fully persuaded of this true article, die very unwillingly, & with grief & sorrow of mind, thinking they shall loose all pleasure Here,
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& inioy none in the life to come, as the Epicures & belly gods do imagine, whose liues & sayings are most liuely set forth in the second of Wisdom, which chapter I would greatly wishe to be read of all men.
& enjoy none in the life to come, as the Epicureans & belly God's do imagine, whose lives & sayings Are most lively Set forth in the second of Wisdom, which chapter I would greatly wish to be read of all men.
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as the martyrs did endure all kindes of tormentes in their bodies, because they knewe their bodies should bee after a more excellent and glorious sort, restored to thē againe in an other life.
as the Martyrs did endure all Kinds of torments in their bodies, Because they knew their bodies should be After a more excellent and glorious sort, restored to them again in an other life.
Furthermore, this will cause vs to abstaine from all vnlawfull pleasures of the flesh and of sinne, considering we shall haue pleasures in the resurrection without ende,
Furthermore, this will cause us to abstain from all unlawful pleasures of the Flesh and of sin, considering we shall have pleasures in the resurrection without end,
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and that I shall see him in my flesh, Iob 19. This was the comfort of Paul in all his persecutions that hee suffered for ye Gospel of Christ, that the dead should rise againe, ye good to glorie, ye wicked to shame and reproche, 1. Cor. 15. Our sauiour exhorted rich men in this lyfe, to giue almes to the poore,
and that I shall see him in my Flesh, Job 19. This was the Comfort of Paul in all his persecutions that he suffered for you Gospel of christ, that the dead should rise again, you good to glory, you wicked to shame and reproach, 1. Cor. 15. Our Saviour exhorted rich men in this life, to give alms to the poor,
because they should be recōpensed in the resurrection of the iust, Luk. 14. Esay cōforteth ye afflicted church in his time with hope of the resurrection, saying, Thy dead shal rise, euē with my body shal they rise, Esaie 26. And what is els the cōfort of the godly at this day in such sorowfull times,
Because they should be recompensed in the resurrection of the just, Luk. 14. Isaiah comforts the afflicted Church in his time with hope of the resurrection, saying, Thy dead shall rise, even with my body shall they rise, Isaiah 26. And what is Else the Comfort of the godly At this day in such sorrowful times,
For this day is called the restoring of all things againe to their former perfection, Act. 3. It would greatly reioyce the lame mā or creeple, to heare that all his limmes should bee restored againe perfectly as they were at ye first.
For this day is called the restoring of all things again to their former perfection, Act. 3. It would greatly rejoice the lame man or creeple, to hear that all his limbs should be restored again perfectly as they were At you First.
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and clothed with most perfite and pure innocency of life for euer and euer? For our comfort, this day is likened to the pleasant time of haruest, wherein the godly shall be gathered into the barne of Christ as pure wheat,
and clothed with most perfect and pure innocency of life for ever and ever? For our Comfort, this day is likened to the pleasant time of harvest, wherein the godly shall be gathered into the bairn of christ as pure wheat,
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and the wicked cast out into the fire, as the vnprofitable chaffe good for nothing, Matth. 13. So that they which sowe here in teares, shall there reape in ioy.
and the wicked cast out into the fire, as the unprofitable chaff good for nothing, Matthew 13. So that they which sow Here in tears, shall there reap in joy.
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for they shall bee no more sicke, weake, deformed, lame, naked, hungry, thirsty, and that which is the greatest of all, they shall cease from sinning any more,
for they shall be no more sick, weak, deformed, lame, naked, hungry, thirsty, and that which is the greatest of all, they shall cease from sinning any more,
16. This day is called of Paul to Titus 2. The blessed hope, of the effect which it hath to make vs there all blessed without ende in ioy vnspeakeable.
16. This day is called of Paul to Titus 2. The blessed hope, of the Effect which it hath to make us there all blessed without end in joy unspeakable.
This resurrection, which leadeth vnto euerlasting life, may well be likened to the last doore, that in the court or palace of kings, leadeth into the princes priuy chamber,
This resurrection, which leads unto everlasting life, may well be likened to the last door, that in the court or palace of Kings, leads into the Princes privy chamber,
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or the chamber of presence: (for a mā can haue no accesse thither, vntill he haue passed through many other doores and houses:) so surely it is in the life to come.
or the chamber of presence: (for a man can have no access thither, until he have passed through many other doors and houses:) so surely it is in the life to come.
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as the last doore, if we will haue our finall glorification, which is euerlasting life, to beholde and inioy the sweete and louing countenance of the Lorde.
as the last door, if we will have our final glorification, which is everlasting life, to behold and enjoy the sweet and loving countenance of the Lord.
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as shall neuer ende, & therefore is called of Peter, the time of refreshing, both of bodye and soule, in the presence of the Lorde, Actes 3. The holy Apostle willed ye Thessalonians to cōfort them selues with ye ioyfull remēbrance of this day. 1. Thess. 4. For it shalbe vnto vs as a new birth,
as shall never end, & Therefore is called of Peter, the time of refreshing, both of body and soul, in the presence of the Lord, Acts 3. The holy Apostle willed you Thessalonians to Comfort them selves with you joyful remembrance of this day. 1. Thess 4. For it shall unto us as a new birth,
and suffered paine with the people of God, to come to this life in the ende, Hebr. 11. Yea, this hope of life to come, made Abraham to leaue his coūtrey,
and suffered pain with the people of God, to come to this life in the end, Hebrew 11. Yea, this hope of life to come, made Abraham to leave his country,
and to goe to the land of Canaan as a poore stranger, Gen. 12. This made Paul to go through thicke and thinne in this life, that he might attayne to the resurrection,
and to go to the land of Canaan as a poor stranger, Gen. 12. This made Paul to go through thick and thin in this life, that he might attain to the resurrection,
for they shalbe raised vp, but to their shame and confusion for euer, as Daniel saith, Cha. 12. They shal come forth (as our sauiour sayth,) but to the resurrection of condemnation, and so to be punished from the presence of ye Lord Iesus, with the worme of cōscience, which shal neuer leaue to bite thē,
for they shall raised up, but to their shame and confusion for ever, as daniel Says, Cha. 12. They shall come forth (as our Saviour say,) but to the resurrection of condemnation, and so to be punished from the presence of the Lord Iesus, with the worm of conscience, which shall never leave to bite them,
Nowe it remayneth for a finall conclusion, that while we liue here, we indeuour to haue our part in the first resurrection with Christ, that we may by this come to the second, and be blessed with him.
Now it remaineth for a final conclusion, that while we live Here, we endeavour to have our part in the First resurrection with christ, that we may by this come to the second, and be blessed with him.
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Let vs therefore giue thankes to our Lord Iesus Christ, who is the resurrection and the life, in that he hath vouchsafed to giue vnto vs an assurance of it, in his owne person, in that he rose againe from ye dead.
Let us Therefore give thanks to our Lord Iesus christ, who is the resurrection and the life, in that he hath vouchsafed to give unto us an assurance of it, in his own person, in that he rose again from you dead.
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And let vs likewise pray vnto him, yt we may so liue, as we may be children of this happy resurrection to life, hauing an effectual fayth, with charitie which worketh by loue in vs, that al our actions whatsoeuer, may be seasoned & powdered with it, preparing our selues against this day, with mortifying of our flesh:
And let us likewise pray unto him, that we may so live, as we may be children of this happy resurrection to life, having an effectual faith, with charity which works by love in us, that all our actions whatsoever, may be seasoned & powdered with it, preparing our selves against this day, with mortifying of our Flesh:
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& seeing wee shal meete so victorious & glorious a Lord, comming in the cloudes, let vs purge our selues from all filthinesse of the fleshe and spirit,
& seeing we shall meet so victorious & glorious a Lord, coming in the Clouds, let us purge our selves from all filthiness of the Flesh and Spirit,
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THis is the last article of our Christiā faith, & ye last & greatest benefite yt God doth bestow vpō his church, which is y• third benefit of thē that followe ye church:
THis is the last article of our Christian faith, & you last & greatest benefit that God does bestow upon his Church, which is y• third benefit of them that follow you Church:
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I yt am a true christiā, do stedfastly beleeue, yt as I haue already a sure pledge of this life in me, which is ye holy ghost working in my heart full hope of it, by ye seede of Gods word:
I that am a true christian, do steadfastly believe, that as I have already a sure pledge of this life in me, which is the holy ghost working in my heart full hope of it, by the seed of God's word:
so I shal in ye world to come haue this blessed life most abundantly powred vpō me, in ful measure of al happines both in body & also in soule, which shal neuer haue any terme of yeeres,
so I shall in you world to come have this blessed life most abundantly poured upon me, in full measure of all happiness both in body & also in soul, which shall never have any term of Years,
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21. As cōcerning ye excellency of this eternal life, if all ye tongues of men & of angels, were ioyned & vnited together all in one, with all their knowledge & eloquēce to expresse it,
21. As Concerning the excellency of this Eternal life, if all you tongues of men & of Angels, were joined & united together all in one, with all their knowledge & eloquence to express it,
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& not to be declared, as it is in deede, to giue them a taste of it, whome they would sturre vp to be in loue with it, they all haue described it by earthly pleasures & cōmodities, which heere we make great account of.
& not to be declared, as it is in deed, to give them a taste of it, whom they would stir up to be in love with it, they all have described it by earthly pleasures & commodities, which Here we make great account of.
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So our Sauiour vsed to expresse it by an earthly table of kinges & princes, furnished wt all maner of deynties & delicates, to please both ye eye & ye taste of mā, saying to his disciples, Ye are they which haue cōtinued with me in my tentations:
So our Saviour used to express it by an earthly table of Kings & Princes, furnished with all manner of dainties & delicates, to please both the eye & you taste of man, saying to his Disciples, You Are they which have continued with me in my tentations:
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& sit on seates, and iudge the twelue tribes of Israel, Luke. 22 Here Christ expressed spirituall thinges by corporal and earthly blessings. But this we must thinke:
& fit on seats, and judge the twelue tribes of Israel, Luke. 22 Here christ expressed spiritual things by corporal and earthly blessings. But this we must think:
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And this is yt most great & precious promise, yt Peter speaketh of, which is giuē to vs, That wee should be partakers of the diuine nature, 2. Pet. 1. For ye Lord shalbe gloryfied in all his Saintes,
And this is that most great & precious promise, that Peter speaks of, which is given to us, That we should be partakers of the divine nature, 2. Pet. 1. For you Lord shall glorified in all his Saints,
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And if the ioy of the minde and soule be so great here many times in the childrē of God, that they seeme to be in heauē, what shal it be there (thinke yee) when it shalbe in full possession of all his delights and spirituall pleasures, euer singing and making sweete melody to the Lorde,
And if the joy of the mind and soul be so great Here many times in the children of God, that they seem to be in heaven, what shall it be there (think ye) when it shall in full possession of all his delights and spiritual pleasures, ever singing and making sweet melody to the Lord,
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Our bodies are nowe deformed, there they shall be most faire and beautifull, yea that which is more, they shal be like the glorious and immortall bodie of Iesus Christ himselfe.
Our bodies Are now deformed, there they shall be most fair and beautiful, yea that which is more, they shall be like the glorious and immortal body of Iesus christ himself.
All odoriferous smels, as it were of musks, perfumes, flowers, the sweete incense of praise and thankesgiuing, to smell delectably in the nostrels of the Lorde,
All odoriferous smells, as it were of musks, perfumes, flowers, the sweet incense of praise and thanksgiving, to smell delectably in the nostrils of the Lord,
The pleasures of Kinges and Queenes are nothing to those things wherof we speake, yea the pleasures shalbe so exceeding great, that if all ye ioyes & pastimes of this life were compared vnto them, they should be founde to be but pangues and torments.
The pleasures of Kings and Queens Are nothing to those things whereof we speak, yea the pleasures shall so exceeding great, that if all you Joys & pastimes of this life were compared unto them, they should be found to be but pangs and torments.
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The respect of these ioyes shoulde make Counsellers to speake the trueth boldely, & syncerely without flattering and dissimulation to princes, considering what a rewarde is layde vp for them in heauen.
The respect of these Joys should make Counsellers to speak the truth boldly, & sincerely without flattering and dissimulation to Princes, considering what a reward is laid up for them in heaven.
and in contemning this vayne worlde, in teaching the flock without lucre & gayne, seeing that when the great shepherd Iesus Christ shal appeare, they shal receiue an incorruptible crowne of glory, 1. Pet. 5. Finally, the cōsideration of this life, which is for euer, might make euery estate and degree in their callings, either hie or lowe, to doe most cheerefully their seuerall dueties to all men, that in the ende their parte may bee in the heauenly inheritaunce, which fadeth not away.
and in contemning this vain world, in teaching the flock without lucre & gain, seeing that when the great shepherd Iesus christ shall appear, they shall receive an incorruptible crown of glory, 1. Pet. 5. Finally, the consideration of this life, which is for ever, might make every estate and degree in their callings, either high or low, to do most cheerfully their several duties to all men, that in the end their part may be in the heavenly inheritance, which fades not away.
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O that our mindes were erected vp to these thinges, they woulde not so lightly bee carryed away to sinne and wickednesse, fearing least we shoulde leese these euerlasting ioyes.
O that our minds were erected up to these things, they would not so lightly be carried away to sin and wickedness, fearing lest we should lose these everlasting Joys.
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This is the rewarde that Christ hath promised to them, that followe him here, in the regeneration, that haue for his names sake forsaken houses, brethren, sisters, father, mother, wyfe, children and landes, they shall inherite all things,
This is the reward that christ hath promised to them, that follow him Here, in the regeneration, that have for his names sake forsaken houses, brothers, Sisters, father, mother, wife, children and Lands, they shall inherit all things,
Nowe in heauen we shall haue the glorious fruition of the Father, the Sonne, & the holy Ghost, the societie of all the angels, most excellent creatures, the company of the Patriarkes, the Prophets, the Apostles, the noble hoste of Martyrs, briefly the fellowship of all the elect & Saintes of God, that euer haue bin.
Now in heaven we shall have the glorious fruition of the Father, the Son, & the holy Ghost, the society of all the Angels, most excellent creatures, the company of the Patriarchs, the prophets, the Apostles, the noble host of Martyrs, briefly the fellowship of all the elect & Saints of God, that ever have been.
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I sawe (saith he) a newe heauen & a new earth, & I saw the holy citie new Ierusalem, come down from God out of heauē, prepared as a bride trimmed for her husband.
I saw (Says he) a new heaven & a new earth, & I saw the holy City new Ierusalem, come down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride trimmed for her husband.
because no man hath seene it, and we beyng grosse and carnall, must haue it by carnall and visible thinges set foorth vnto vs. Thirdly, the excellencie of this life is seene in the continuance of it, in that, that it neuer decayeth or waxeth olde.
Because no man hath seen it, and we being gross and carnal, must have it by carnal and visible things Set forth unto us Thirdly, the excellency of this life is seen in the Continuance of it, in that, that it never decayeth or Waxes old.
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if they had not bene at al. For all these thinges are like vnto pleasant musike, in a sette of viols, which when they cease once, (and cease needes must euery thing in this life, be it neuer so pleasant) then it is al one,
if they had not be At all For all these things Are like unto pleasant music, in a Set of viols, which when they cease once, (and cease needs must every thing in this life, be it never so pleasant) then it is all one,
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Euē as after the flying of a birde in the ayre, or the passing of a ship in the sea, there is no trace found after them, Wis. 5. But dearely beloued, beleue me, this life shal haue yeres without ende in vnspeakeable ioy, in this so excellent a place, we shal heare musike continually,
Even as After the flying of a bird in the air, or the passing of a ship in the sea, there is no trace found After them, Wis. 5. But dearly Beloved, believe me, this life shall have Years without end in unspeakable joy, in this so excellent a place, we shall hear music continually,
and they that beleeue them not, their parte is in the lake that burneth with fire and brimstone, which is prepared for the vnbeleeuers, Reuela. 21. For from this roote of vnbeleefe, proceede all the branches of all other sinnes & wickednes whatsoeuer,
and they that believe them not, their part is in the lake that burns with fire and brimstone, which is prepared for the unbelievers, Reuel. 21. For from this root of unbelief, proceed all the branches of all other Sins & wickedness whatsoever,
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This life and the dignitie of it, the Prophet Dauid in two wordes hath very well expressed in his 16. Psalme, the latter ende, Thou wilt (sayeth he) shewe me the path of life:
This life and the dignity of it, the Prophet David in two words hath very well expressed in his 16. Psalm, the latter end, Thou wilt (Saith he) show me the path of life:
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Here, in fulnesse of ioye and pleasures for euermore, is all happinesse contayned. For these ioyes are the greatest that may be, and their endurance is for euer.
Here, in fullness of joy and pleasures for evermore, is all happiness contained. For these Joys Are the greatest that may be, and their endurance is for ever.
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Considering these things, ought we not to say with Paul? I count that the afflictions of this present time, are not worthy of the glory that shalbe shewed vnto vs, Rom. 8. Why,
Considering these things, ought we not to say with Paul? I count that the afflictions of this present time, Are not worthy of the glory that shall showed unto us, Rom. 8. Why,
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alas then (dearely beloued) what a great matter were it, if we shoulde endure here afflictiōs al the dayes of our life, which can not be aboue an hundred yeeres at the most,
alas then (dearly Beloved) what a great matter were it, if we should endure Here afflictions all the days of our life, which can not be above an hundred Years At the most,
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howe much lesse then shall these beggerly things, wherefore we striue so earnestly, be able to doe it? Nowe although this life be yet as it were hid from vs, yet it is most certaine:
how much less then shall these beggarly things, Wherefore we strive so earnestly, be able to do it? Now although this life be yet as it were hid from us, yet it is most certain:
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Eternal life being the euerlasting inheritance of the kingdom of heauē, the greatest treasure that the Lord hath to bestow vpon his seruantes, no man must thinke, that it commeth to him for his good works sake,
Eternal life being the everlasting inheritance of the Kingdom of heaven, the greatest treasure that the Lord hath to bestow upon his Servants, no man must think, that it comes to him for his good works sake,
yet we merit not heauen by our good deedes, but as Paul sayeth, Euerlasting life is the free gift of God, Rom. 6. And Christ telleth vs, that this kingdome was prepared for vs long agoe,
yet we merit not heaven by our good Deeds, but as Paul Saith, Everlasting life is the free gift of God, Rom. 6. And christ Telleth us, that this Kingdom was prepared for us long ago,
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when we were not, Matth. 25. It is false then that the aduersaries of Christ, the Papistes, haue taught, that wee may deserue this life by our good deedes and workes,
when we were not, Matthew 25. It is false then that the Adversaries of christ, the Papists, have taught, that we may deserve this life by our good Deeds and works,
When the seruant hath done his duetie, can he clayme any thing of his master by merite? I trowe no, sayeth our Sauiour Christ, Luke 17. Neyther doeth the master thanke him:
When the servant hath done his duty, can he claim any thing of his master by merit? I trow no, Saith our Saviour christ, Lycia 17. Neither doth the master thank him:
& not to their good works, as appeareth in ye 7. 8. & 9. of Deut. but especially in ye 9. chap. wheras he saith, Heare, O Israel, thou shalt passe ouer Iorden this day, to go in and possesse nations greater & mightier then thy selfe,
& not to their good works, as appears in you 7. 8. & 9. of Deuteronomy but especially in you 9. chap. whereas he Says, Hear, Oh Israel, thou shalt pass over Jordan this day, to go in and possess Nations greater & Mightier then thy self,
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A people great & tall, euen the children of the Anakims, whō thou knowest, & of whom thou hast heard say, Who can stande before the children of Anak? vnderstād therfore, that this day the Lord thy God is he, which goeth ouer before thee,
A people great & tall, even the children of the Anakims, whom thou Knowest, & of whom thou hast herd say, Who can stand before the children of Anak? understand Therefore, that this day the Lord thy God is he, which Goes over before thee,
For my righteousnes the Lorde hath brought me in to possesse this land: but for the wickednes of these nations the Lord hath cast thē out before thee.
For my righteousness the Lord hath brought me in to possess this land: but for the wickedness of these Nations the Lord hath cast them out before thee.
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how shal we gel heauē? & if a man cā not builde an house and finish it, except the Lord builde it, Psal. 127. How can any man buylde an house for himselfe in heauen? The Israelites were taught to saye, that their abundāce in meate & drinke,
how shall we gel heaven? & if a man can not build an house and finish it, except the Lord build it, Psalm 127. How can any man build an house for himself in heaven? The Israelites were taught to say, that their abundance in meat & drink,
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Seeing then al these smal things come not for our owne deserts vnto vs, but for his Christes sake, much more must we ascribe to his goodnesse this great benefite of life euerlasting.
Seeing then all these small things come not for our own deserts unto us, but for his Christ's sake, much more must we ascribe to his Goodness this great benefit of life everlasting.
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I thinke these questions to be such as S. Paul willeth vs to eschew & put away farre frō vs. This is certaine, our knowledge there shall be most perfite and absolute:
I think these questions to be such as S. Paul wills us to eschew & put away Far from us This is certain, our knowledge there shall be most perfect and absolute:
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All men there shall haue fulnesse of ioye, Psalme 16. The Lord sende vs thyther, and we will be content with the lowest roune, as Dauid professed of himselfe.
All men there shall have fullness of joy, Psalm 16. The Lord send us thither, and we will be content with the lowest roune, as David professed of himself.
The best question for al to aske, especially of the simple and vnlearned, is, to know throughly the way that bringeth vs thither, which is onely Iesus Christ, the way, the trueth,
The best question for all to ask, especially of the simple and unlearned, is, to know thoroughly the Way that brings us thither, which is only Iesus christ, the Way, the truth,
And what a madnesse is this, to striue for the shadowe, and to let the body goe? to enquire to knowe things which we are not commaunded to search after,
And what a madness is this, to strive for the shadow, and to let the body go? to inquire to know things which we Are not commanded to search After,
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and to let goe those things which we are bound to knowe? And this vice is most common to them whom we terme fine witted felowes, which contemne common and necessarie questions, to seeke out deepe and profound questions, nothing at all tending to godlinesse,
and to let go those things which we Are bound to know? And this vice is most Common to them whom we term fine witted Fellows, which contemn Common and necessary questions, to seek out deep and profound questions, nothing At all tending to godliness,
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These things breede strife and controuersie about words, and they are like to that serpent Hidra, which of one idle head, bring foorth a great manie to destruction.
These things breed strife and controversy about words, and they Are like to that serpent Hydra, which of one idle head, bring forth a great many to destruction.
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Here is no mention made of hel or of death, because all that is in this confession of fayth, is set downe for the onely comfort of the godly, and not for their terrour.
Here is no mention made of hell or of death, Because all that is in this Confessi of faith, is Set down for the only Comfort of the godly, and not for their terror.
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For our Sauiour Christ speaking of this life, speaketh also ioyntly of the euerlasting destruction in fire, which is for the deuill and all his angels,
For our Saviour christ speaking of this life, speaks also jointly of the everlasting destruction in fire, which is for the Devil and all his Angels,
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These (sayeth Christ) shall goe into euerlasting payne, Matt. 25. Where Origen and all those that thought this payne should not be for euer, are most playnely confuted:
These (Saith christ) shall go into everlasting pain, Matt. 25. Where Origen and all those that Thought this pain should not be for ever, Are most plainly confuted:
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To this saying of Christ agreeth that in Esay the 30. Chapter, verse 33. Tophet is prepared of olde, it is euen prepared for the King, hee hath made it deepe and large:
To this saying of christ agreeth that in Isaiah the 30. Chapter, verse 33. Tophet is prepared of old, it is even prepared for the King, he hath made it deep and large:
He declareth moreouer when it was made, euen of olde, for whom also, for the King, he meaneth the King of Babylon, enemie to the Church, signifying that God respecteth no mans person,
He Declareth moreover when it was made, even of old, for whom also, for the King, he means the King of Babylon, enemy to the Church, signifying that God respecteth no men person,
For surely (dearely beloued) if all the paynes that may be deuised in this life, all the sicknesses that euer haue bene, all the torments of tyrants, all the griefes of minde that may be, were all of them layde together,
For surely (dearly Beloved) if all the pains that may be devised in this life, all the Sicknesses that ever have be, all the torments of Tyrants, all the griefs of mind that may be, were all of them laid together,
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as there are starres in the firmament: but this can not be granted vnto him. If men therefore woulde consider of these two extremities, wherein is no meane:
as there Are Stars in the firmament: but this can not be granted unto him. If men Therefore would Consider of these two extremities, wherein is no mean:
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so in hell the damned spirits shal haue nothing to refresh them, not so much as a droppe of colde water, (which is but a small thing) to coole their tongue withall.
so in hell the damned spirits shall have nothing to refresh them, not so much as a drop of cold water, (which is but a small thing) to cool their tongue withal.
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And these are the righteous iudgementes of the Lord, that he to ye wicked might be knowen to be a iust and a terrible God, to rewarde impenitent sinners after their woorkes, as they haue deserued.
And these Are the righteous Judgments of the Lord, that he to you wicked might be known to be a just and a terrible God, to reward impenitent Sinners After their works, as they have deserved.
For this ende, sayeth the Lorde to Pharao, I haue stirred thee vp, that I myght shewe my great power and myght vpon thee, in punishing thee accordingly.
For this end, Saith the Lord to Pharaoh, I have stirred thee up, that I might show my great power and might upon thee, in punishing thee accordingly.
Wherefore wee ought with Paul to giue thankes alway to God, because that from the beginning he hath chosen vs to saluation, through sanctification of the spirite, and beleefe of the trueth:
Wherefore we ought with Paul to give thanks always to God, Because that from the beginning he hath chosen us to salvation, through sanctification of the Spirit, and belief of the truth:
neyther hath he appoynted vs to wrath as he hath the wicked, but to obtaine this euerlasting life, whereof we speake, by the meanes of our Lord Iesus Christ, which died for vs, that whether we sleepe or wake, we shoulde liue together with him.
neither hath he appointed us to wrath as he hath the wicked, but to obtain this everlasting life, whereof we speak, by the means of our Lord Iesus christ, which died for us, that whither we sleep or wake, we should live together with him.
but to laye hande of this eternall life, whereunto wee through the benefit of the Gospel preached, are called freely of GOD, with an holy calling, not according to our workes, but of his goodnesse.
but to say hand of this Eternal life, whereunto we through the benefit of the Gospel preached, Are called freely of GOD, with an holy calling, not according to our works, but of his Goodness.
Secondly, we haue declared the articles which conteine ye mysteries of Christ Iesus with our redemption & glorification, and other benefits apperteining thereunto.
Secondly, we have declared the Articles which contain you Mysteres of christ Iesus with our redemption & glorification, and other benefits aPPERTAINING thereunto.
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Seeing then wee haue hearde these thinges, let vs, as the holy and blessed Apostle of Christ, Saint Peter, willeth vs, be ready alwayes to giue an answere to euery man that asketh vs a reason of the fayth and hope that is in vs, with meekenesse and reuerence.
Seeing then we have heard these things, let us, as the holy and blessed Apostle of christ, Saint Peter, wills us, be ready always to give an answer to every man that asks us a reason of the faith and hope that is in us, with meekness and Reverence.
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And nowe let vs giue thankes as wee are continually bounde, to our heauenly Father, in that it hath pleased him to make vs Christians to beleeue these articles of our fayth, to our great and endlesse comfort.
And now let us give thanks as we Are continually bound, to our heavenly Father, in that it hath pleased him to make us Christians to believe these Articles of our faith, to our great and endless Comfort.
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And let vs pray vnto him withall in the name of his welbeloued Sonne, that he would giue vs grace to growe more and more euery day in this fayth, that wee may not onely liue in it,
And let us pray unto him withal in the name of his well-beloved Son, that he would give us grace to grow more and more every day in this faith, that we may not only live in it,
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And that it woulde please him to giue this grace, not only to vs, but to all people & nations of the earth, especially to his vniuersall Church, wheresoeuer it be dispersed abroade in all quarters of the earth.
And that it would please him to give this grace, not only to us, but to all people & Nations of the earth, especially to his universal Church, wheresoever it be dispersed abroad in all quarters of the earth.
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Desyre wee of him, in mercy still to beholde his seruant and handmaide, our Queene and soueraigne, that shee may bee still zealous to set forwarde the Gospell of Christ,
Desire we of him, in mercy still to behold his servant and handmaid, our Queen and sovereign, that she may be still zealous to Set forward the Gospel of christ,
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and to roote vp all superstition and idolatrie within her realme, that shee may bee wise to foresee and preuent all mischiefes and dangers, that are likely to hang ouer our heades, that so shee may haue a long & a blessed reigne ouer vs to his glory, the profite and commoditie of all her louing subiectes.
and to root up all Superstition and idolatry within her realm, that she may be wise to foresee and prevent all mischiefs and dangers, that Are likely to hang over our Heads, that so she may have a long & a blessed Reign over us to his glory, the profit and commodity of all her loving Subjects.
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and stoutly minister to her maiestie the best aduice, for the better ouerseeing and gouernment of this Christian common wealth wherein they liue, that all their counselles and policies, may especially bee directed to the honour of God.
and stoutly minister to her majesty the best Advice, for the better overseeing and government of this Christian Common wealth wherein they live, that all their Counsels and policies, may especially be directed to the honour of God.
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and Pastours of his worde, that not onely in worde, but also in good and godly conuersation of life, they may beautifie the glorious Gospell of Iesus Christ:
and Pastors of his word, that not only in word, but also in good and godly Conversation of life, they may beautify the glorious Gospel of Iesus christ:
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and giue them duetiful and obedient heartes towarde their prince and magistrates, which are by his authoritie set ouer them, for their welfare and happinesse.
and give them dutiful and obedient hearts toward their Prince and Magistrates, which Are by his Authority Set over them, for their welfare and happiness.
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