A divine discovery of sincerity according to its proper and peculiar nature: very profitable for all sorts of persons to peruse. First preached, and now published, for the good of Gods Church in generall. By Nicholas Lockyer Master of Arts.
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'Tis a very needfull subject then, that this Text plainely profers to our consideration. And as excellent in it selfe, as needfull to us, is sincerity.
It's a very needful Subject then, that this Text plainly proffers to our consideration. And as excellent in it self, as needful to us, is sincerity.
but by the grace of God, we have had our conversation in the world, &c. No condition is trucly joyous without, and no condition is truely dolorous with sincerity.
but by the grace of God, we have had our Conversation in the world, etc. No condition is trucly joyous without, and no condition is truly dolorous with sincerity.
as it can hold, for all this, as you may see in these words read, For our rejoycing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, &c. Paul and Timothy have beene sincere servants of Jesus Christ,
as it can hold, for all this, as you may see in these words read, For our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, etc. Paul and Timothy have been sincere Servants of jesus christ,
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So had Paul and Timothy, which made them thus bravely breake out in the midst of misery, For our rejoycing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly wisedome,
So had Paul and Timothy, which made them thus bravely break out in the midst of misery, For our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly Wisdom,
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For our rejoycing is this, what? why, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, that is, in integrity and uprightnesse, not with fleshly wisedome, that is, not with humane policy and eloquence,
For our rejoicing is this, what? why, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, that is, in integrity and uprightness, not with fleshly Wisdom, that is, not with humane policy and eloquence,
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as men proudly depending upon our owne parts, and subtilly seeking our owne ends, in our preaching and living, but by the grace of God, NONLATINALPHABET, but in the grace of God, saith the originall:
as men proudly depending upon our own parts, and subtly seeking our own ends, in our preaching and living, but by the grace of God,, but in the grace of God, Says the original:
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For our NONLATINALPHABET, boasting is this, so the word in the originall strictly taken, signifies. Divine boasting, notes divine joy in the conspicuous act thereof:
For our, boasting is this, so the word in the original strictly taken, signifies. Divine boasting, notes divine joy in the conspicuous act thereof:
and this was the rise of Pauls and Timothies joy, in affliction. Their conscience bore witnesse with them, that in integrity and uprightnesse, not in flattery, policie,
and this was the rise of Paul's and Timothies joy, in affliction. Their conscience boar witness with them, that in integrity and uprightness, not in flattery, policy,
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Thus, they carried themselves in a plaine, downright, faithfull way, where ever they came to publish the Gospell of Christ, but specially amongst the Corinthians.
Thus, they carried themselves in a plain, downright, faithful Way, where ever they Come to publish the Gospel of christ, but specially among the Corinthians.
not flattering and fauning, with fleshly wisedome in his preaching, to sooth men in their sinnes and to bring about his owne ends, as false Apostles did;
not flattering and fawning, with fleshly Wisdom in his preaching, to sooth men in their Sins and to bring about his own ends, as false Apostles did;
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For our rejoycing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly wisedome, (which had beene hypocriticall) but by the grace of God, we have had our conversation in the World, &c. A third proposition is this, That consciousnesse to our selves, of the simplicity and sineerity of our conversation, will yield us joy in the midst of troubles.
For our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly Wisdom, (which had been hypocritical) but by the grace of God, we have had our Conversation in the World, etc. A third proposition is this, That consciousness to our selves, of the simplicity and sineerity of our Conversation, will yield us joy in the midst of Troubles.
for in the midst of all his troubles and miseries, he rejoyed in this, that his conscience could beare witnesse with him, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, he had ordered his conversation in this world.
for in the midst of all his Troubles and misery's, he rejoy in this, that his conscience could bear witness with him, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, he had ordered his Conversation in this world.
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for Paul and Timothy thus carried themselves in their places, toward the Church of Corinth, which became very openly and grossely wicked, NONLATINALPHABET, but specially amongst you. They had declared sincerity and uprightnesse in their ministry, amongst other Churches, by a faithfull reproving of them,
for Paul and Timothy thus carried themselves in their places, towards the Church of Corinth, which became very openly and grossly wicked,, but specially among you. They had declared sincerity and uprightness in their Ministry, among other Churches, by a faithful reproving of them,
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as occasion required, but no Church so scandalously carried themselves, as this Church, and therefore this Church needed, above all others, to be more throughly dealth withall;
as occasion required, but no Church so scandalously carried themselves, as this Church, and Therefore this Church needed, above all Others, to be more thoroughly deals withal;
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Paul could not justly have joyed in the simplicity and sincerity of his conversation, had not his conscience told him, that so to walke, was to walke as Christ had commanded him.
Paul could not justly have joyed in the simplicity and sincerity of his Conversation, had not his conscience told him, that so to walk, was to walk as christ had commanded him.
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Christs charge to his Apostles (when he sent them forth) was, that they should be NONLATINALPHABET, Simple as Doves: that they should teach men to observe all things whatsoever he commanded them:
Christ charge to his Apostles (when he sent them forth) was, that they should be, Simple as Dove: that they should teach men to observe all things whatsoever he commanded them:
As they had this charge in particular, so they had this charge in generall, with all the seed of Abraham, in these words, Walke before me, and be thou persect: that is, sincere, Gen. 17.1.
As they had this charge in particular, so they had this charge in general, with all the seed of Abraham, in these words, Walk before me, and be thou persect: that is, sincere, Gen. 17.1.
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How long ye simple ones, will ye love simplicity, and fooles hate knowledge? Prov. 1.22. In my Text, this tearme is opposed to double-mindednesse, and such men have usually more with then they use well;
How long you simple ones, will you love simplicity, and Fools hate knowledge? Curae 1.22. In my Text, this term is opposed to double-mindedness, and such men have usually more with then they use well;
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as Synonyma's, contermini, words of the same signification. Sincerity is either Morall or Theologicall. Morall sincerity, I call such a qualification of spirit,
as Synonyma's, contermini, words of the same signification. Sincerity is either Moral or Theological. Moral sincerity, I call such a qualification of Spirit,
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In the integrity of my heart, and innocency of my hands have I done this, said Abimelech; and God said unto him, yea I know that thou didst this in the integrity of thy heart, Gen. 20.6. Such a sincere man, was that yong man which came to our Saviour, and told him, that he had kept all the Commandements from his youth.
In the integrity of my heart, and innocency of my hands have I done this, said Abimelech; and God said unto him, yea I know that thou didst this in the integrity of thy heart, Gen. 20.6. Such a sincere man, was that young man which Come to our Saviour, and told him, that he had kept all the commandments from his youth.
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He gave to every man his due, and lived orderly amongst his neighbours, and therefore he judged himselfe as good as needed to be. Morall sincerity, is close hypocrisie.
He gave to every man his endue, and lived orderly among his neighbours, and Therefore he judged himself as good as needed to be. Moral sincerity, is close hypocrisy.
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Multitudes thinke that because their spirits are so over-ruled by God, that they doe no injury to man, that therefore they are endowed with godly sincerity, NONLATINALPHABET, the sincerity of God, as the originall here cals it.
Multitudes think that Because their spirits Are so overruled by God, that they do no injury to man, that Therefore they Are endowed with godly sincerity,, the sincerity of God, as the original Here calls it.
The truth is, Morall sincerity, is the sincerity of God too; for 'tis his restraining corrupt man, which otherwise would be as prophane towards man outwardly,
The truth is, Moral sincerity, is the sincerity of God too; for it's his restraining corrupt man, which otherwise would be as profane towards man outwardly,
as he is towards God inwardly. I withheld thee from sinning against me, said God to Abimclech, Gen. 20.6. A morall sincere man, is but an out-side holy man, but observes it not;
as he is towards God inwardly. I withheld thee from sinning against me, said God to Abimclech, Gen. 20.6. A moral sincere man, is but an outside holy man, but observes it not;
Godly sincerity, or, the sincerity of God, which my Text speakes of, is a speciall work of God upon the soule of man, making him laborious, to walke according to Gods Will in all things, that God may have all the glory due to his Name.
Godly sincerity, or, the sincerity of God, which my Text speaks of, is a special work of God upon the soul of man, making him laborious, to walk according to God's Will in all things, that God may have all the glory due to his Name.
First, I say, that godly sincerity is a speciall worke of God upon the soule, &c. This Genus, the Apostle confirmes in my text, calling sincerity NONLATINALPHABET, the sincerity of God. That is, that sincerity, which is after a speciall manner wrought of God, in the heart of man.
First, I say, that godly sincerity is a special work of God upon the soul, etc. This Genus, the Apostle confirms in my text, calling sincerity, the sincerity of God. That is, that sincerity, which is After a special manner wrought of God, in the heart of man.
So likewise else-where the Apostle solemnely praies for sincerity, in the behalfe of the Philippians; which plain•y shewes, that sincerity is not Quid proveniens a natura, a thing growing naturally in man.
So likewise elsewhere the Apostle solemnly prays for sincerity, in the behalf of the Philippians; which plain•y shows, that sincerity is not Quid proveniens a Nature, a thing growing naturally in man.
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Making a man laborious, &c. ] that is, constantly laborious, willingly laborious, and laborious according to all his strength. First, sincerity is such a speciall worke of God upon the soule, that it makes a man laborious to doe the Will of God.
Making a man laborious, etc. ] that is, constantly laborious, willingly laborious, and laborious according to all his strength. First, sincerity is such a special work of God upon the soul, that it makes a man laborious to do the Will of God.
Wherefore we labour, that is, we which are sincere, that whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him. 2 Cor. 5.9. that is, that we may live holily, and die happily;
Wherefore we labour, that is, we which Are sincere, that whither present or absent, we may be accepted of him. 2 Cor. 5.9. that is, that we may live holily, and die happily;
Thy testimonies are wonderfull: therefore doth my soule keepe them, Psal. 119.129. Thy testimonies are wonderfull: that is, wonderfull righteous, just, and equall; and wonderfull sweet;
Thy testimonies Are wonderful: Therefore does my soul keep them, Psalm 119.129. Thy testimonies Are wonderful: that is, wonderful righteous, just, and equal; and wonderful sweet;
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As if he had said, I see such a transcendant purity, and taste, such a transcendant sweetnesse, in the testimonies of God, that my soule cannot choose,
As if he had said, I see such a Transcendent purity, and taste, such a Transcendent sweetness, in the testimonies of God, that my soul cannot choose,
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That sincerity is such a speciall worke of God upon the soule, that makes a man [ constantly) laborious to doe the Will of God, Paul in whom sincerity was, confirmes.
That sincerity is such a special work of God upon the soul, that makes a man [ constantly) laborious to do the Will of God, Paul in whom sincerity was, confirms.
The high way of the upright, is to depart from evill, saith Solomon, Prov. 16. v. 17. That is, this is their daily soule labour, the continuall road in which they travell, to get rid of sinne,
The high Way of the upright, is to depart from evil, Says Solomon, Curae 16. v. 17. That is, this is their daily soul labour, the continual road in which they travel, to get rid of sin,
to this unconstant cloud, (I conceive ] Salomon opposeth the upright man, in the place forecited, who makes it a beaten high way, he is so constant in his endevours to doe good,
to this unconstant cloud, (I conceive ] Solomon Opposeth the upright man, in the place forecited, who makes it a beaten high Way, he is so constant in his endeavours to do good,
and to depart from evill, I have enclined my heart, to performe thy statutes [ alway ] [ even unto the end. ] Psal. 119.112. Sincerity, is such a speciall worke of God upon the soule, that it inclines the heart to labour alwaies, to obey the Will of God, which naturally is quickly weary of wel-doing.
and to depart from evil, I have inclined my heart, to perform thy statutes [ always ] [ even unto the end. ] Psalm 119.112. Sincerity, is such a special work of God upon the soul, that it inclines the heart to labour always, to obey the Will of God, which naturally is quickly weary of welldoing.
so godly sincerity, which I may call Gods secret touch of the heart, it makes the soule of man, have a constant and restlesse inclination, to walke in Gods waies;
so godly sincerity, which I may call God's secret touch of the heart, it makes the soul of man, have a constant and restless inclination, to walk in God's ways;
and to doe all things daily as in his presence. I have set the Lord [ alwaies ] before me, saith David, Psal. 16.8. For we are not as many, which corrupt the Word of God:
and to do all things daily as in his presence. I have Set the Lord [ always ] before me, Says David, Psalm 16.8. For we Are not as many, which corrupt the Word of God:
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Sincerity is such a speciall worke of God upon the soule, that it makes a man so constant in his endeavours to do the Will of God, that no opposition can make him to cease this labour.
Sincerity is such a special work of God upon the soul, that it makes a man so constant in his endeavours to do the Will of God, that no opposition can make him to cease this labour.
The proud have had me greatly in derision: yet have I not declined from thy Law, Psal. 119.51. Proud wretches scoff'd at holy waies, and Davids holy endeavours to walke in them:
The proud have had me greatly in derision: yet have I not declined from thy Law, Psalm 119.51. Proud wretches scoffed At holy ways, and Davids holy endeavours to walk in them:
Nay, else-where he tels us, that they had almost consumed him upon earth, such was their malice against him, and yet he forsooke not his holy industry to obey Gods precepts, Psal. 119.87.
Nay, elsewhere he tells us, that they had almost consumed him upon earth, such was their malice against him, and yet he forsook not his holy industry to obey God's Precepts, Psalm 119.87.
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Neither persecution of tongue nor hand, though never so vehement, can make a man, in whose heart godly sincerity is, to cease his industry to obey God, and walke in his waies.
Neither persecution of tongue nor hand, though never so vehement, can make a man, in whose heart godly sincerity is, to cease his industry to obey God, and walk in his ways.
Strong trials may make a sincere heart give backe for a time, so farre may they prevaile upon the remaining unsoundnesse, that is in the heart of man naturally when at best;
Strong trials may make a sincere heart give back for a time, so Far may they prevail upon the remaining unsoundness, that is in the heart of man naturally when At best;
That sincerity is such a speciall worke of God upon the soule, as makes a man willingly laborious to doe the Will of God, is hinted to us by that expression of the Prophet, Isai. 1.19. If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eate the good of the Land. Sincere men, are such as shall eate the good of that holy Land, which Canaan typified:
That sincerity is such a special work of God upon the soul, as makes a man willingly laborious to do the Will of God, is hinted to us by that expression of the Prophet, Isaiah 1.19. If you be willing and obedient, you shall eat the good of the Land. Sincere men, Are such as shall eat the good of that holy Land, which Canaan typified:
and so makes a man not onely obedient, but willing and obedient, without which there is no eating, that is, enjoying of that holy Land, which Canaan typified.
and so makes a man not only obedient, but willing and obedient, without which there is no eating, that is, enjoying of that holy Land, which Canaan typified.
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'Twas that which God did much looke at, and stand upon, under the old covenant, that in all their sacrificall services (which were of cost and charge) they should be willing and chearfull,
'Twas that which God did much look At, and stand upon, under the old Covenant, that in all their sacrificial services (which were of cost and charge) they should be willing and cheerful,
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and therefore saith David an upright man, and that God and all his people might see his uprightnesse, in this chargeable way of serving God, I will [ freely ] sacrifice unto thee, I will praise thy Name, O Lord, for it is good. I will freely sacrifice:
and Therefore Says David an upright man, and that God and all his people might see his uprightness, in this chargeable Way of serving God, I will [ freely ] sacrifice unto thee, I will praise thy Name, Oh Lord, for it is good. I will freely sacrifice:
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Sincerity is such a speciall work of God upon the soule, that it makes a man see the Word of God to be the straightest and truest rule of all others, to walke by;
Sincerity is such a special work of God upon the soul, that it makes a man see the Word of God to be the straightest and Truest Rule of all Others, to walk by;
That sincerity is such a speciall Worke of God upon the soule, as makes a man labourious [ according to all his strength ] to doe the Will of God, we may lively see by some notable expressions of Paul. I presse towards the marke,
That sincerity is such a special Work of God upon the soul, as makes a man laborious [ according to all his strength ] to do the Will of God, we may lively see by Some notable expressions of Paul. I press towards the mark,
but he must nervis cunct is laborare, runne with all his strength. So you have another notable expression, Phil. 3.13. Forgetting those things which are behind, and [ reaching forth ] unto those things which are before, NONLATINALPHABET extending, contending, stretching forth, reaching forth;
but he must nervis cunct is laborare, run with all his strength. So you have Another notable expression, Philip 3.13. Forgetting those things which Are behind, and [ reaching forth ] unto those things which Are before, extending, contending, stretching forth, reaching forth;
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Hitherto tend also those expressions in Scripture, of serving God with the [ whole heart ] with my whole heart have I sought thee, O let me not wander from thy Commandements. Psal. 119.10.
Hitherto tend also those expressions in Scripture, of serving God with the [ Whole heart ] with my Whole heart have I sought thee, Oh let me not wander from thy commandments. Psalm 119.10.
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Now the divine rule in this point, is, that we should labour with all our strength. Thou hast commanded us to keepe thy precepts. [ diligently ] Psal. 119.4. Thou hast commanded us to keepe ] that is, thou hast commanded us to labour to keepe:
Now the divine Rule in this point, is, that we should labour with all our strength. Thou hast commanded us to keep thy Precepts. [ diligently ] Psalm 119.4. Thou hast commanded us to keep ] that is, thou hast commanded us to labour to keep:
Now sincerity is such a speciall worke of God upon the soule, that it makes a man put this precept before him, in all his labourings to doe the will of God:
Now sincerity is such a special work of God upon the soul, that it makes a man put this precept before him, in all his labourings to do the will of God:
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And the Lord said unto Satan, hast thou not considered my servant Iob, that there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God and escheweth evill? That is, one that eyeth all my will,
And the Lord said unto Satan, hast thou not considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that fears God and escheweth evil? That is, one that eyeth all my will,
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That thus these words are to be interpreted is manifest by Iobs owne language, when he would maintaine his sincerity to God, the searcher of all hearts.
That thus these words Are to be interpreted is manifest by Jobs own language, when he would maintain his sincerity to God, the searcher of all hearts.
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driving things to this issue, that if he had not beene laborious, to walke according to all Gods will, he would yeeld to what his adversaries charged him with, to wit, that his heart was not sincere.
driving things to this issue, that if he had not been laborious, to walk according to all God's will, he would yield to what his Adversaries charged him with, to wit, that his heart was not sincere.
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So likewise the Lord explaines himselfe, in describing Davids integrity to Salomon. And if thou walke before me as David thy Father, in integrity of heart,
So likewise the Lord explains himself, in describing Davids integrity to Solomon. And if thou walk before me as David thy Father, in integrity of heart,
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and in uprightnesse, to doe according to [ all ] that I have commanded thee, 1 King. 9.4. By this we plainely see, that sincerity, sets a man to doe all that God enjoynes.
and in uprightness, to do according to [ all ] that I have commanded thee, 1 King. 9.4. By this we plainly see, that sincerity, sets a man to do all that God enjoins.
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Christ therefore in the new Testament, describing sincerity to the yong man that thought himselfe as upright (doubtlesse) as any, All these things have I kept from any youth:
christ Therefore in the new Testament, describing sincerity to the young man that Thought himself as upright (doubtless) as any, All these things have I kept from any youth:
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Such precepts as oppose his speciall corruptions, or displease the tunes, and so expose him to suffering, these he baukes and puts away, as David here saith,
Such Precepts as oppose his special corruptions, or displease the Tunis, and so expose him to suffering, these he baukes and puts away, as David Here Says,
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which rottennesse Christ tooke up roundly in those ironicall words, Whosoever shall breake one of these least Commandements, shall be called the least in the Kingdome of God.
which rottenness christ took up roundly in those ironical words, Whosoever shall break one of these lest commandments, shall be called the least in the Kingdom of God.
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and not at his owne glory, is manifest by that expression the Apostle useth in my Text, not with fleshly wisdome, that is, not declaring our owne humane parts and gifts, to advance our owne honour and esteeme,
and not At his own glory, is manifest by that expression the Apostle uses in my Text, not with fleshly Wisdom, that is, not declaring our own humane parts and Gifts, to advance our own honour and esteem,
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As Aristotle said of a friend, that he is, alter ego, another I, or another selfe: so may I say of a Christian, that he is alter Christus, another Christ:
As Aristotle said of a friend, that he is, altar ego, Another I, or Another self: so may I say of a Christian, that he is altar Christus, Another christ:
nor not a stone should have beene left upon a stone, long ere this, but the whole world should have beene turned into his first nothing, were it not for Gods glory.
nor not a stone should have been left upon a stone, long ere this, but the Whole world should have been turned into his First nothing, were it not for God's glory.
and therefore all that are sincere children of God, they doe hunt and plot for this, in all their waies that they may bring God that savourie meate, which his soule most loves.
and Therefore all that Are sincere children of God, they do hunt and plot for this, in all their ways that they may bring God that savoury meat, which his soul most loves.
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Lastly, because the world which lies in wickednesse, may be left without excuse. First, we ought in simplicity and godly sincerity, to have our conversation in the world, because God commands it.
Lastly, Because the world which lies in wickedness, may be left without excuse. First, we ought in simplicity and godly sincerity, to have our Conversation in the world, Because God commands it.
I am the Almighty God, walke before me, and be thou perfect; that is, entire, sincere, Gen. 17.1. This Commandement God gave to Abraham, and in him to all us. This commandement is not grievous;
I am the Almighty God, walk before me, and be thou perfect; that is, entire, sincere, Gen. 17.1. This Commandment God gave to Abraham, and in him to all us. This Commandment is not grievous;
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This Commandement therefore is not grievous, but full of mercy and moderation, that he commands us only to walke before him and be upright, as uprightnesse notes sincerity.
This Commandment Therefore is not grievous, but full of mercy and moderation, that he commands us only to walk before him and be upright, as uprightness notes sincerity.
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They that are of a froward heart, are an abomination to the Lord; but such as are upright in their way, are his delight. Prov. 11.20. Kings, as they have officers for necessity, so they have favorites, persons of honour for communion and delight.
They that Are of a froward heart, Are an abomination to the Lord; but such as Are upright in their Way, Are his delight. Curae 11.20. Kings, as they have Officers for necessity, so they have favorites, Persons of honour for communion and delight.
for God hath no pleasure in wickednesse nor wicked men. Thou art not a God that hath pleasure in wickednesse, Psal. 5.4. The God of this world, that rules in the children of disobedience, is a God that hath pleasure in wickednesse;
for God hath no pleasure in wickedness nor wicked men. Thou art not a God that hath pleasure in wickedness, Psalm 5.4. The God of this world, that rules in the children of disobedience, is a God that hath pleasure in wickedness;
Thirdly, we ought in simplicity and godly sincerity, to have our conversation in this world, because God hath appointed this and no other way to all good.
Thirdly, we ought in simplicity and godly sincerity, to have our Conversation in this world, Because God hath appointed this and no other Way to all good.
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with a certaine fearefull looking for of judgement, and fiery indignation, which have not their conversation in simplicity and godly sincerity, in this world A Hell and not a Heaven, shall men that walke not uprightly, have within their owne hearts.
with a certain fearful looking for of judgement, and fiery Indignation, which have not their Conversation in simplicity and godly sincerity, in this world A Hell and not a Heaven, shall men that walk not uprightly, have within their own hearts.
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He that walketh righteously and speaketh uprightly, his place of defence shall be the munitions of Rocks, Isa. 33.15. God is a consuming fire, and not a defence unto the hypocrit.
He that walks righteously and speaks uprightly, his place of defence shall be the munitions of Rocks, Isaiah 33.15. God is a consuming fire, and not a defence unto the hypocrite.
In a word, if a man would have grace or glory, or any good thing else that he can name, he must walke in this way to obtaine it, to wit, in simplicity and godly sincerity:
In a word, if a man would have grace or glory, or any good thing Else that he can name, he must walk in this Way to obtain it, to wit, in simplicity and godly sincerity:
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if we decline this way, God will inflict curses, and not blessings. Now upright walking is that way, in which God hath promised to bestow all good, and none else:
if we decline this Way, God will inflict curses, and not blessings. Now upright walking is that Way, in which God hath promised to bestow all good, and none Else:
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Finally, we ought in simplicity and godly sincerity, to have our conversation in the World, that so the world which lies in wickednesse, may be left without excuse, both in regard of their wickednesse towards God, and his children.
Finally, we ought in simplicity and godly sincerity, to have our Conversation in the World, that so the world which lies in wickedness, may be left without excuse, both in regard of their wickedness towards God, and his children.
Now Christ will stop the mouthes of all these at the great day, by setting before them those that have lived, in the same ages of the world, in the same employments in the world, under the same government of Christ in the world,
Now christ will stop the mouths of all these At the great day, by setting before them those that have lived, in the same ages of the world, in the same employments in the world, under the same government of christ in the world,
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And therefore we ought in simplicity and godly sincerity to have our conversation in the world, every one in his place, that so Christ may doe this service by us against the wicked, at the great day.
And Therefore we ought in simplicity and godly sincerity to have our Conversation in the world, every one in his place, that so christ may do this service by us against the wicked, At the great day.
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Are ye laborious to doe the will of God? Or doe ye not the worke of the Lord negligently? and so stand lyable to that dreadfull curse denounced by Ieremy? Doe ye not rest in bodily exercises, which profit nothing? 'Tis the least labour in the world, to bring the outward man to duties;
are you laborious to do the will of God? Or do you not the work of the Lord negligently? and so stand liable to that dreadful curse denounced by Ieremy? Do you not rest in bodily exercises, which profit nothing? It's the least labour in the world, to bring the outward man to duties;
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are ye laborious about this? Are ye watchfull over your Spirits, and laborious about your inward man, that this in every thing, may goe along with the outward man to obey God.
Are you laborious about this? are you watchful over your Spirits, and laborious about your inward man, that this in every thing, may go along with the outward man to obey God.
for with their mouthes they shew much love, but their heart goeth after their covetousnesse, Ezek. 33.31. God most lookes at the heart, how that is entire to, or loose from, himselfe.
for with their mouths they show much love, but their heart Goes After their covetousness, Ezekiel 33.31. God most looks At the heart, how that is entire to, or lose from, himself.
Are ye most laborious about that, which God most lookes at? or doe ye not least minde that which God lookes at most? In this consists the power of godlinesse, to be laborious about the inward man, to bring this to be obedient to the will of God (My Sonne, give me thy heart.) Neglect this,
are you most laborious about that, which God most looks At? or do you not lest mind that which God looks At most? In this consists the power of godliness, to be laborious about the inward man, to bring this to be obedient to the will of God (My Son, give me thy heart.) Neglect this,
But unsound Christians, are quickly weary in labouring about their hearts, just in that sense, which God is said to be weary of repenting, Ier. 15.6. Thou hast forsaken me (saith the Lord) thou art gone backeward; therefore will I stretch out my hand against thee, I am weary of repenting.
But unsound Christians, Are quickly weary in labouring about their hearts, just in that sense, which God is said to be weary of repenting, Jeremiah 15.6. Thou hast forsaken me (Says the Lord) thou art gone backward; Therefore will I stretch out my hand against thee, I am weary of repenting.
Are ye willingly and cheerefully laborious, to doe the will of God? Doe you finde any soule sweetnesse, in your soule labours? Or are they not as the disease of the stone, strong tortures, without the least tang of sweetnesse? Is it not as death unto thee, to be searching, humbling, watching and observing thy spirit, a day? Doest thou not shunne and avoid occasions,
are you willingly and cheerfully laborious, to do the will of God? Do you find any soul sweetness, in your soul labours? Or Are they not as the disease of the stone, strong tortures, without the least tang of sweetness? Is it not as death unto thee, to be searching, humbling, watching and observing thy Spirit, a day? Dost thou not shun and avoid occasions,
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and needlesse businesse, to put by Davids opportunities, of private commerce with God and thine owne soule? as one that findeth no pleasure nor profit, in this service of God? Doest thou not wish that Prayers were over, Sermons over, the Lords day over, that thou mightest be selling Corne,
and needless business, to put by Davids opportunities, of private commerce with God and thine own soul? as one that finds no pleasure nor profit, in this service of God? Dost thou not wish that Prayers were over, Sermons over, the lords day over, that thou Mightest be selling Corn,
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'Tis a joy to the just to doe judgement, saith Solomon. Tis the sweetest pleasure in the world to an upright man, to be in upright holy waies, doing uprightly to God and man.
It's a joy to the just to do judgement, Says Solomon. This the Sweetest pleasure in the world to an upright man, to be in upright holy ways, doing uprightly to God and man.
But put in one graine more, and tell me whether thou be not found too light then? Are ye laborious according to all your strength, to doe the will of God? Doe you reach forth and presse forward, as Saint Paul saith? that is, put out all your strength to obey the will of God? this in Scripture, where sincerity is pressed unto, is called a serving of God with all our hearts. You take a little pains to obey the will of God,
But put in one grain more, and tell me whither thou be not found too Light then? are you laborious according to all your strength, to do the will of God? Do you reach forth and press forward, as Saint Paul Says? that is, put out all your strength to obey the will of God? this in Scripture, where sincerity is pressed unto, is called a serving of God with all our hearts. You take a little pains to obey the will of God,
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but could you not take a great deale more if you listed? 'Twas the unsoundnesse of the Jewes, that when they could have brought Males and legiti• … e sacrifices, they brought (to save their purses) maimed and deformed sacrifices.
but could you not take a great deal more if you listed? 'Twas the unsoundness of the Jews, that when they could have brought Males and legiti• … e Sacrifices, they brought (to save their purses) maimed and deformed Sacrifices.
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and the like, make you speake lesse for God, and doe lesse for God, then he hath given you ability and opportunity to doe? Doe ye not put forth your parts in the service of God, in reference to the safety of your skin,
and the like, make you speak less for God, and do less for God, then he hath given you ability and opportunity to do? Do you not put forth your parts in the service of God, in Referente to the safety of your skin,
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why put in yet one graine more, and tell me whether the skales do not stand without poising either way? Are ye laborious according to all your strength, to doe all Gods will? according to that holy rule, Deut. 15.5. Onely if thou carefully hearken unto the voice of the Lord thy God, to observe to doe [ all these Commandements ] which I command thee this day.
why put in yet one grain more, and tell me whither the scales do not stand without poising either Way? are you laborious according to all your strength, to do all God's will? according to that holy Rule, Deuteronomy 15.5. Only if thou carefully harken unto the voice of the Lord thy God, to observe to do [ all these commandments ] which I command thee this day.
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that is, the sinnes of your soules, which are as deare unto you as the members of your bodies? or doe ye not spare Agag, and the fat of your lusts? pleasing sinnes,
that is, the Sins of your Souls, which Are as deer unto you as the members of your bodies? or do you not spare Agag, and the fat of your Lustiest? pleasing Sins,
but doe ye take heed how ye heare? You receive the Sacrament, but doe ye examine you selves and so eate? You goe to the house of God about holy duties,
but do you take heed how you hear? You receive the Sacrament, but do you examine you selves and so eat? You go to the house of God about holy duties,
And sincerity is such a speciall work of God upon the soule, that it makes a man laborious to do every divine thing exact, according to that divine manner, which God in hi• word prescribes.
And sincerity is such a special work of God upon the soul, that it makes a man laborious to do every divine thing exact, according to that divine manner, which God in hi• word prescribes.
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so distribute your charity, as may be most advantagious to your owne repute in the world? Do ye not let your left hand know still what your right hand doth? Are ye not dampt in your designes of charity and bounty,
so distribute your charity, as may be most advantageous to your own repute in the world? Do you not let your left hand know still what your right hand does? are you not dampt in your designs of charity and bounty,
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nor no tongue speake of your good workes, nor no likely'ud of the least returne? Doe ye not looke for much observance, from such to whom you doe much? And repent of your kindnesse,
nor no tongue speak of your good works, nor no likely'ud of the least return? Do you not look for much observance, from such to whom you do much? And Repent of your kindness,
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as unto him? Are those that are religious tendered and succoured by you, in their bonds and miseries, as if you were bound with them, according to the divine rule?
as unto him? are those that Are religious tendered and succored by you, in their bonds and misery's, as if you were bound with them, according to the divine Rule?
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so pray that others may observe you, and blaze abroad that you are very devout persons? Are ye not industrious to pray well (as you call it) in publike,
so pray that Others may observe you, and blaze abroad that you Are very devout Persons? are you not Industria to pray well (as you call it) in public,
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then in the performance of private prayers, where there is no observer nor applauder but God, which sees and heares in secret? Doe ye not after prayer, hug your owne gifts,
then in the performance of private Prayers, where there is no observer nor applauder but God, which sees and hears in secret? Do you not After prayer, hug your own Gifts,
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and praiers in print, boasting of things made ready to your hand, (as the Apostle speakes) and scoffe at the spirit of grace and supplication, Zech. 12.10. Doe ye not preach your selves and not Christ;
and Prayers in print, boasting of things made ready to your hand, (as the Apostle speaks) and scoff At the Spirit of grace and supplication, Zechariah 12.10. Do you not preach your selves and not christ;
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and strive to soare in drie Metaphysicall straines, above your owne and others apprehension? Doe ye not build hay and stubble, upon the true foundation? the opinions of Fathers and Schoolemen,
and strive to soar in dry Metaphysical strains, above your own and Others apprehension? Do you not built hay and stubble, upon the true Foundation? the opinions of Father's and Schoolmen,
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or ostentation in your preaching? Doth it not almost make you sicke like Ahab, that your claborate Sermons in places of eminent note, have not yet brought you to a fat living? Doe ye not preach Christ out of envie, as the Apostle speakes, to bring about your wicked designes,
or ostentation in your preaching? Does it not almost make you sick like Ahab, that your claborate Sermons in places of eminent note, have not yet brought you to a fat living? Do you not preach christ out of envy, as the Apostle speaks, to bring about your wicked designs,
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To you that by what hath beene said, see, that you are yet unsound at heart, that you doe not in simplicity and godly sincerity, order your conversation in this world, I have three things to say:
To you that by what hath been said, see, that you Are yet unsound At heart, that you do not in simplicity and godly sincerity, order your Conversation in this world, I have three things to say:
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Hypocrisie is vitium latens, vitium transfigurans, vitium adulans, & vitium obdurans: a hidden, a transforming, a flattering, and a hardening vice. 'Tis a hidden vice.
Hypocrisy is Vitium latens, Vitium transfigurans, Vitium adulans, & Vitium obdurans: a hidden, a transforming, a flattering, and a hardening vice. It's a hidden vice.
and hence 'tis, that you shall have drunkards, swearers, and whore-masters to confesse these vices, and yet plead for the goodnesse of their hearts and meanings too.
and hence it's, that you shall have drunkards, swearers, and whoremasters to confess these vices, and yet plead for the Goodness of their hearts and meanings too.
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Now because hypocrisie is of such a shuffling subtile nature as this, 'tis very hard for a man to become truely sensible of it, and throughly affected with it:
Now Because hypocrisy is of such a shuffling subtle nature as this, it's very hard for a man to become truly sensible of it, and thoroughly affected with it:
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first to labour to be truely sensible of it, and deepely affected with it. 'Tis a vice that of all vices, puts you into the furthest unlikenesse to God,
First to labour to be truly sensible of it, and deeply affected with it. It's a vice that of all vices, puts you into the furthest unlikeness to God,
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for God is most upright, saith Isaiah. Thou [ most upright ] doest weigh the path of the just. Isai. 26.7. God is most upright, and an hypocrit of all men least upright:
for God is most upright, Says Isaiah. Thou [ most upright ] dost weigh the path of the just. Isaiah 26.7. God is most upright, and an hypocrite of all men least upright:
and hence is Elimas, who was full of all subtilty, by way of eminencie, called the child of the divell by Saint Paul, who knew well how aptly to stile hypocrits.
and hence is Elymas, who was full of all subtlety, by Way of eminency, called the child of the Devil by Saint Paul, who knew well how aptly to style Hypocrites.
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and therefore hell as the most suitable place, and the greatest torments in hell, as the most suitable thing to an infinit fury, is reserved as a peculiar portion for hypocrits.
and Therefore hell as the most suitable place, and the greatest torments in hell, as the most suitable thing to an infinite fury, is reserved as a peculiar portion for Hypocrites.
Judge thy selfe, as a selfe-soule-murtherer, that hast craftily baffled thine owne conscience, that Gods word might not convert and turne thee, from thine ungodly course,
Judge thy self, as a selfe-soule-murtherer, that hast craftily baffled thine own conscience, that God's word might not convert and turn thee, from thine ungodly course,
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To you which upon examination finde, that you do in simplicity and godly sincerity, order your conversation in this world, I have onely this to say, you doe no more then you ought,
To you which upon examination find, that you do in simplicity and godly sincerity, order your Conversation in this world, I have only this to say, you do no more then you ought,
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Looke diligently least any man faile of the grace of God, least any root of • … ternesse springing up, trouble you, and thereby many be defiled. Heb. 12.15.
Look diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God, lest any root of • … ternesse springing up, trouble you, and thereby many be defiled. Hebrew 12.15.
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The divell is an arch Apostate himselfe, and he labours might and maine, to make all the sons of men, to fall from grace and goodnesse as he hath done;
The Devil is an arch Apostate himself, and he labours might and main, to make all the Sons of men, to fallen from grace and Goodness as he hath done;
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If flattery will be more prevalent then terrour, to bring about this designe, the divell will transforme himselfe into an Angell of light, and promise us all the Kingdomes of the World, to winde us about to him.
If flattery will be more prevalent then terror, to bring about this Design, the Devil will transform himself into an Angel of Light, and promise us all the Kingdoms of the World, to wind us about to him.
so that many have made shipwracke of faith and a good conscience, and are gone in the way of Balaam the sonne of Bosor that arch hypocrit, studying and labouring to mischieve Gods people,
so that many have made shipwreck of faith and a good conscience, and Are gone in the Way of balaam the son of Bosor that arch hypocrite, studying and labouring to mischieve God's people,
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and to the aggravation of thy condemnation hereafter, as one that hast tasted of the powers of the world to come, of the sweetnesse of the spirit of grace,
and to the aggravation of thy condemnation hereafter, as one that hast tasted of the Powers of the world to come, of the sweetness of the Spirit of grace,
having begun to order your conversation sincerely and uprightly, so continue unto the death, what ever you undergoe in life All afflictions for righteousnesse sake, shall be tollerable, comfortable,
having begun to order your Conversation sincerely and uprightly, so continue unto the death, what ever you undergo in life All afflictions for righteousness sake, shall be tolerable, comfortable,
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For as the afflictions of Christ abound in you, so shall your consolations abound by Christ (as the Apostle saith.) The prereception of bitters, makes sweets the sweeter.
For as the afflictions of christ abound in you, so shall your consolations abound by christ (as the Apostle Says.) The prereception of bitters, makes sweets the Sweeten.
Blessed are ye when persecuted for righteousnesse sake, for great shall be your reward in heaven (saith Christ.) And this reward shall come quickly, which addes to the worth and excellency of it:
Blessed Are you when persecuted for righteousness sake, for great shall be your reward in heaven (Says christ.) And this reward shall come quickly, which adds to the worth and excellency of it:
TH• … second proposition now in order to be handled, is this, That conscience can give testimony, concerning the simplicity or hypocrisie, of a mans conversation Pauls conscience gave testimony with him, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, he had behaved himselfe, in preaching and living, in life and doctrine,
TH• … second proposition now in order to be handled, is this, That conscience can give testimony, Concerning the simplicity or hypocrisy, of a men Conversation Paul's conscience gave testimony with him, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, he had behaved himself, in preaching and living, in life and Doctrine,
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for I could wish my selfe were accursed from Christ, for my brethren, my kinsmen according to the flesh. Rom. 9.1. Iobs conscience also gave testimony concerning his integrity.
for I could wish my self were accursed from christ, for my brothers, my kinsmen according to the Flesh. Rom. 9.1. Jobs conscience also gave testimony Concerning his integrity.
By this and many such like expressions of his, 'tis most plaine, that his conscience could give testimony concerning his conversation, what it was, whether good or bad. Davids conscience did the like.
By this and many such like expressions of his, it's most plain, that his conscience could give testimony Concerning his Conversation, what it was, whither good or bad. Davids conscience did the like.
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Conscience is a part of the understanding, in all reasonable creatures, determining of their particular actions, either with them or against them, say some.
Conscience is a part of the understanding, in all reasonable creatures, determining of their particular actions, either with them or against them, say Some.
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We may not imagine, that conscience came not into the world, untill after Adams fall: this were to suppose Adam in Paradise, to be a man without conscience.
We may not imagine, that conscience Come not into the world, until After Adams fallen: this were to suppose Adam in Paradise, to be a man without conscience.
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Saint Iohn confirmes the first, that it is a reflect act of the practicke understanding onely, where speaking of this power in the soule, saith, And hereby we doe know, that we know him, if we keepe his Commandements. 1 Iohn 2.3.
Saint John confirms the First, that it is a reflect act of the practic understanding only, where speaking of this power in the soul, Says, And hereby we do know, that we know him, if we keep his commandments. 1 John 2.3.
That is, as if Iohn had said, We doe view our waies by the word of God (which is an act onely of the understanding) and finding them to be in some measure levell with that holy rule, we have this comfortable reflection backe upon our soules, that our faith is not a fancy,
That is, as if John had said, We do view our ways by the word of God (which is an act only of the understanding) and finding them to be in Some measure level with that holy Rule, we have this comfortable reflection back upon our Souls, that our faith is not a fancy,
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The Apostle Saint Paul (I conceive) confirmes the second, that it is a reflect act of the understanding, transcendently seconded by the holy Ghost, where he saith, My conscience bearing me witnesse [ in the holy Ghost, ] Rom. 9.1.
The Apostle Saint Paul (I conceive) confirms the second, that it is a reflect act of the understanding, transcendently seconded by the holy Ghost, where he Says, My conscience bearing me witness [ in the holy Ghost, ] Rom. 9.1.
That is, my conscience transcendantly seconded and assisted, by the holy Ghost, doth strongly testifie to my soule, that I am full of bowels towards my kinsmen after the flesh,
That is, my conscience transcendently seconded and assisted, by the holy Ghost, does strongly testify to my soul, that I am full of bowels towards my kinsmen After the Flesh,
And then drawes a conclusion from both; therefore I doe truely love God. This conclusion whilst holy and drawne from divine premises, to wit, the word of God,
And then draws a conclusion from both; Therefore I do truly love God. This conclusion while holy and drawn from divine premises, to wit, the word of God,
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If the premisses be corrupt which the understanding makes, (for the minde makes propositions suitable to the light that is in it, from which to argue the goodnesse or badnesse of man) then the Divell that lying spirit, strikes in and seconds the soule, in that corrupt conclusion, which he collects from corrupt principles, concerning himselfe:
If the premises be corrupt which the understanding makes, (for the mind makes propositions suitable to the Light that is in it, from which to argue the Goodness or badness of man) then the devil that lying Spirit, strikes in and seconds the soul, in that corrupt conclusion, which he Collects from corrupt principles, Concerning himself:
Thirdly, I affirme conscience to be a naturall power, which the soule of man hath [ above all unreasonable creatures, &c. ] Bruite beasts have no conscience:
Thirdly, I affirm conscience to be a natural power, which the soul of man hath [ above all unreasonable creatures, etc. ] Bruit beasts have no conscience:
Bruit beasts want reason, and therefore are not capable subjects of conscience; and yet against reason, and against conscience, man ofttimes does worse then a beast.
Bruit beasts want reason, and Therefore Are not capable subject's of conscience; and yet against reason, and against conscience, man ofttimes does Worse then a beast.
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But if the understanding be inlightned, with naturall and morall principles onely, then conscience compares a mans waies according to these principles only,
But if the understanding be enlightened, with natural and moral principles only, then conscience compares a men ways according to these principles only,
This I know, that a man may and often doth, goe against conscience: but conscience goes not against that light, which the understanding holds up unto it.
This I know, that a man may and often does, go against conscience: but conscience Goes not against that Light, which the understanding holds up unto it.
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A man may outwardly say this or that, contrary to the light of his understanding, but conscience inwardly speakes, at the same time, according to that light.
A man may outwardly say this or that, contrary to the Light of his understanding, but conscience inwardly speaks, At the same time, according to that Light.
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And the reason, I thinke, is sufficiently rendred, where 'tis said, that he did it ignorantly. That is, according to that light which his understanding held up unto him, he thought he did God good service, in sheading the blood of his Saints, which me thinkes makes manifest what I say, that conscience still followes the light of the understanding.
And the reason, I think, is sufficiently rendered, where it's said, that he did it ignorantly. That is, according to that Light which his understanding held up unto him, he Thought he did God good service, in shedding the blood of his Saints, which me thinks makes manifest what I say, that conscience still follows the Light of the understanding.
The Apostle Paul persecuted the Church of God, and yet obtained mercie, because (saith the text) he did it ignorantly: hee did out of conscience (as I may say) shead the blood of the Saints.
The Apostle Paul persecuted the Church of God, and yet obtained mercy, Because (Says the text) he did it ignorantly: he did out of conscience (as I may say) shed the blood of the Saints.
& therefore if now men persecute the Saints of God, either in heart, tongue, or hand, they goe against knowledge, & so consequently against conscience;
& Therefore if now men persecute the Saints of God, either in heart, tongue, or hand, they go against knowledge, & so consequently against conscience;
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and so comes neere the committing of the unpardonable sin, to the committers of which God hath said, there shall be no mercy shewed, either in this world,
and so comes near the committing of the unpardonable since, to the committers of which God hath said, there shall be no mercy showed, either in this world,
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Here I would have you observe this, for the further clearing of what hath beene said, That the word of God is the rule, by which conscience compares the waies of men,
Here I would have you observe this, for the further clearing of what hath been said, That the word of God is the Rule, by which conscience compares the ways of men,
That is, they did purposely doe as much as in them lay, to put out that light which was in their understandings, which told them that he which at first made the heavens by his word,
That is, they did purposely doe as much as in them lay, to put out that Light which was in their understandings, which told them that he which At First made the heavens by his word,
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To such as these I may truely say with the Apostle, If our Gospell be hid, it is hid unto those which perish, in whom the God of this world hath blinded the minds, of them which believe not,
To such as these I may truly say with the Apostle, If our Gospel be hid, it is hid unto those which perish, in whom the God of this world hath blinded the minds, of them which believe not,
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least the light of the glorious Gospell of Jesus Christ, who is the Image of God, should shine unto them, 2 Cor. 4.3,4. He that keepes himselfe in ignorance, that his conscience may let him goe on quietly in wickednesse, loves to goe to hell without controle.
lest the Light of the glorious Gospel of jesus christ, who is the Image of God, should shine unto them, 2 Cor. 4.3,4. He that keeps himself in ignorance, that his conscience may let him go on quietly in wickedness, loves to go to hell without control.
Thou that canst not indure, that thy conscience should reprove thee secretly, 'tis no wonder that thou canst not endure, that thy minister should reprove thee publikely.
Thou that Canst not endure, that thy conscience should reprove thee secretly, it's no wonder that thou Canst not endure, that thy minister should reprove thee publicly.
Thou that canst not endure that thy conscience should reprove thee for sinne now, must endure whether thou wilt or no, conscience to torment thee for thy sin, hereafter.
Thou that Canst not endure that thy conscience should reprove thee for sin now, must endure whither thou wilt or no, conscience to torment thee for thy since, hereafter.
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All that light which the understanding hath received from the word of God, conscience takes it and makes it a rule, by which he measures all a mans waies, thoughts, words,
All that Light which the understanding hath received from the word of God, conscience Takes it and makes it a Rule, by which he measures all a men ways, thoughts, words,
as well as words and deeds, is manifest by the language of the Apostle, where he speakes of the Gentiles on this wise, Which shew the worke of the Law written in their hearts, their consciences also bearing witnesse,
as well as words and Deeds, is manifest by the language of the Apostle, where he speaks of the Gentiles on this wise, Which show the work of the Law written in their hearts, their Consciences also bearing witness,
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I say the truth in Christ I lie not, my conscience bearing me witnesse in the holy Ghost, that I have great heavinesse and continuall sorrow in my heart,
I say the truth in christ I lie not, my conscience bearing me witness in the holy Ghost, that I have great heaviness and continual sorrow in my heart,
Conscience keepes a Court of justice in the heart, and sits upon the life and death of the soule, which is ten thousand times more precious then the body;
Conscience keeps a Court of Justice in the heart, and sits upon the life and death of the soul, which is ten thousand times more precious then the body;
and not onely grosse evill thoughts, as thoughts of murder, adultery, and the like, but vaine idle thoughts; and therefore conscience can doe no lesse,
and not only gross evil thoughts, as thoughts of murder, adultery, and the like, but vain idle thoughts; and Therefore conscience can do no less,
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as Gods Vicegerent in this lower circuit, but examine these, as well as words and deeds, by the rule of Gods word, to see how farre they agree to, or disagree from it.
as God's Vicegerent in this lower circuit, but examine these, as well as words and Deeds, by the Rule of God's word, to see how Far they agree to, or disagree from it.
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Which worke when conscience hath exactly done, then it! beares witnesse with or against a man, answerably as a mans waies agree or disagree with this rule:
Which work when conscience hath exactly done, then it! bears witness with or against a man, answerably as a men ways agree or disagree with this Rule:
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But here possibly some of you may say, Doth any mans conscience beare witnesse against himselfe? against his owne land-Lord, in whose house he dwels? To this I answer, yes.
But Here possibly Some of you may say, Does any men conscience bear witness against himself? against his own land-Lord, in whose house he dwells? To this I answer, yes.
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But hereafter when we shal all appeare before the judgement seate of Christ, Christ will by his Almighty power, set up a glorious light in every mans understanding,
But hereafter when we shall all appear before the judgement seat of christ, christ will by his Almighty power, Set up a glorious Light in every men understanding,
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So audible and so sensible is the testimony, that conscience gives now with a man, that it makes him to rejoyce in the midst of all outward troubles and hardships:
So audible and so sensible is the testimony, that conscience gives now with a man, that it makes him to rejoice in the midst of all outward Troubles and hardships:
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For our rejoycing is this (saith Paul and Timothy in the midst of all their outward troubles) the testimony of our conscience that in simplicity and go•ly sincerity, not with fleshly wisedome,
For our rejoicing is this (Says Paul and Timothy in the midst of all their outward Troubles) the testimony of our conscience that in simplicity and go•ly sincerity, not with fleshly Wisdom,
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Conscience spake so loud, and so plain, and so comfortable, in giving testimony with them concerning their integrity, that they understood well what he said,
Conscience spoke so loud, and so plain, and so comfortable, in giving testimony with them Concerning their integrity, that they understood well what he said,
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At presert I hope you see enough, by this description of conscience, to confirme the truth in hand, to wit, That conscience can give testimony, concerning the simplicity or hypocrisie of a mans conversation.
At presert I hope you see enough, by this description of conscience, to confirm the truth in hand, to wit, That conscience can give testimony, Concerning the simplicity or hypocrisy of a men Conversation.
And this comfort will be a continuall feast, in famine; continuall honour, in disgrace; continuall wealth, in poverty; continuall liberty in bonds; continuall peace, in warre; continuall health, in sicknesse; continuall ease, under every burthen.
And this Comfort will be a continual feast, in famine; continual honour, in disgrace; continual wealth, in poverty; continual liberty in bonds; continual peace, in war; continual health, in sickness; continual ease, under every burden.
and therefore 'tis, that they thus wrote to them, Our rejoycing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that we have sincerely ordered our conversation in the world.
and Therefore it's, that they thus wrote to them, Our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that we have sincerely ordered our Conversation in the world.
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One witnesse, said God, shall not testifie against any person, to cause him to die, Deut. 35.30. Two witnesses God accounted sufficient, to vindicate every act of justice amongst men:
One witness, said God, shall not testify against any person, to cause him to die, Deuteronomy 35.30. Two Witnesses God accounted sufficient, to vindicate every act of Justice among men:
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God the great Judge of all the world, keeps himselfe to this rule, in his proceedings of judicature against man. Two witnesses will God have, against every malefactour, to wit, Christ and conscience.
God the great Judge of all the world, keeps himself to this Rule, in his proceedings of judicature against man. Two Witnesses will God have, against every Malefactor, to wit, christ and conscience.
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and have spoken lying words in my Name, which I have not commanded them, even [ I know ] and am a witnesse, saith the Lord, Jer. 29.23. By this we see, that God the Father sees our sinnes, and is a witnesse;
and have spoken lying words in my Name, which I have not commanded them, even [ I know ] and am a witness, Says the Lord, Jer. 29.23. By this we see, that God the Father sees our Sins, and is a witness;
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but because he will not be a witnesse in his own cause, he will have two sufficient witnesses besides himselfe, to wit, Christ, and conscience: both very true.
but Because he will not be a witness in his own cause, he will have two sufficient Witnesses beside himself, to wit, christ, and conscience: both very true.
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but therefore God will not admit of him as a witnesse, for or against a man. Two true witnesses will God have, one without a man, and another within him;
but Therefore God will not admit of him as a witness, for or against a man. Two true Witnesses will God have, one without a man, and Another within him;
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but Christ hath a Country house, here below in our hearts, where he hath one abiding continually, that is equall to himselfe, that tels him all, to wit, his spirit:
but christ hath a Country house, Here below in our hearts, where he hath one abiding continually, that is equal to himself, that tells him all, to wit, his Spirit:
Lastly, God hath given this power to conscience, to give testimony concerning mans simplicity or hypocrisie, that so God at the great day, may dispatch a great deale of weighty businesse speedily.
Lastly, God hath given this power to conscience, to give testimony Concerning men simplicity or hypocrisy, that so God At the great day, may dispatch a great deal of weighty business speedily.
and against the adulterers, and false swearers, saith the Lord, Mal. 3.5. What the Lord then spake respecting a particular judgement, the same will be Gods proceeding with all at the great day. The bookes shall be opened;
and against the Adulterers, and false swearers, Says the Lord, Malachi 3.5. What the Lord then spoke respecting a particular judgement, the same will be God's proceeding with all At the great day. The books shall be opened;
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Under the old covenant, God had a Tabernacle of witnesse, which was the inner Court where the Arke was, in which the Law was, to give testimony against the Israelites, when they did evill.
Under the old Covenant, God had a Tabernacle of witness, which was the inner Court where the Ark was, in which the Law was, to give testimony against the Israelites, when they did evil.
So God hath now under the new covenant, a Tabernacle of witnesse; and this is the inner Court, to wit, the heart, where conscience is, to give testimony against us, when we transgresse.
So God hath now under the new Covenant, a Tabernacle of witness; and this is the inner Court, to wit, the heart, where conscience is, to give testimony against us, when we transgress.
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And therefore let us set a watch upon our hearts, and tongues, and hands, and intreat God with David, to hold up our goings in his pathes, that our foot-steps slip not. Psal 17.5.
And Therefore let us Set a watch upon our hearts, and tongues, and hands, and entreat God with David, to hold up our goings in his paths, that our footsteps slip not. Psalm 17.5.
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and fashions, doe all as Iobs wrinkles in his face, testifie against thousands, that they little lay to heart this doctrine, That conscience can speake, and tell all their doings to God.
and fashions, do all as Jobs wrinkles in his face, testify against thousands, that they little lay to heart this Doctrine, That conscience can speak, and tell all their doings to God.
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the cause shall goe against you, and sentence shall be past upon you: and then shall you know by woefull experience, the meaning of that place, Rom. 2.5.
the cause shall go against you, and sentence shall be passed upon you: and then shall you know by woeful experience, the meaning of that place, Rom. 2.5.
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When conscience told those scoffers, that would live in their sinnes, and scoffed at the day of judgement, saying, where is the promise of his comming;
When conscience told those scoffers, that would live in their Sins, and scoffed At the day of judgement, saying, where is the promise of his coming;
This sharpe and plaine language of conscience, they could not indure; and therefore willingly laboured to darken this divine light, and to silence this faithfull House-Chaplaine.
This sharp and plain language of conscience, they could not endure; and Therefore willingly laboured to darken this divine Light, and to silence this faithful House-Chaplaine.
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by running wilfully into wickednesse, against all checkes and reproofes of conscience, and friends, as men desperately resigning up their soules to the divell,
by running wilfully into wickedness, against all Checks and reproofs of conscience, and Friends, as men desperately resigning up their Souls to the Devil,
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That which oft-times followes upon this, is selfe-stabbing, selfe-drowning, selfe-hanging, selfe-poysoning, and the like. This is crying wickednesse, and incurable wickednesse.
That which ofttimes follows upon this, is selfe-stabbing, selfe-drowning, selfe-hanging, selfe-poysoning, and the like. This is crying wickedness, and incurable wickedness.
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'Tis crying wickednesse to strive to gagge and kill conscience. 'Tis Dei-cidium, to murder God. Conscience is no other but Gods Vicegerent in the soule:
It's crying wickedness to strive to gag and kill conscience. It's Deicidium, to murder God. Conscience is no other but God's Vicegerent in the soul:
'Tis to stab the Judge of all the world as he sits upon the Bench, speaking Law and Justice, which very nature abhorres, as desperatly divellish. And 'tis incurable wickednesse:
It's to stab the Judge of all the world as he sits upon the Bench, speaking Law and justice, which very nature abhors, as desperately devilish. And it's incurable wickedness:
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Seeing God hath given conscience ability and parts to speake, let him speake freely, though he speake never so sharply and plainely, and doe not check him. Nay doe not sleight him:
Seeing God hath given conscience ability and parts to speak, let him speak freely, though he speak never so sharply and plainly, and do not check him. Nay do not sleight him:
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and right hands unto them, and threatens them home, with judgement to come: when he tells them of that righteousnesse and temperance which the word commands,
and right hands unto them, and threatens them home, with judgement to come: when he tells them of that righteousness and temperance which the word commands,
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and when thou pleasest, turne the deafe eare to him, say what he will? Doest thou thinke that God sweares Judges for this lower Circuit, which know not Law,
and when thou pleasest, turn the deaf ear to him, say what he will? Dost thou think that God swears Judges for this lower Circuit, which know not Law,
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nor how to speake upon the Bench, worth the hearing? Doest thou thinke thy selfe too great, to be arraigned by God? and to answere to such interrogatories,
nor how to speak upon the Bench, worth the hearing? Dost thou think thy self too great, to be arraigned by God? and to answer to such interrogatories,
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an unjust dealer, a selfe-seeker, a time-server, a man that orderest thy devotion and conversation, suitable to the times, a man that makes thine owne ends thy aime, in all thy actions? Doth he not tell thee that thou art an idle person, a busie-body, a railer, a scoffer,
an unjust dealer, a self-seeker, a timeserver, a man that orderest thy devotion and Conversation, suitable to the times, a man that makes thine own ends thy aim, in all thy actions? Does he not tell thee that thou art an idle person, a busybody, a railer, a scoffer,
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When Christ was arraigned, and stood still and said nothing, the high Priest arose (saith the Text) and said unto him, answerest thou nothing? What is it which these witnesse against thee? Math. 26.62.
When christ was arraigned, and stood still and said nothing, the high Priest arose (Says the Text) and said unto him, Answerest thou nothing? What is it which these witness against thee? Math. 26.62.
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or for the pride of thine heart and life both? Doth he condemne thee for sheading of innocent blood? for scoffing and persecuting the waies of God? Doth he condemne thee for hugging some secret sinne, which the word disallowes? or for thy superficiall perfunctory piety? Whatsoever conscience accuses and condemnes thee for, honour this Viceroy so farre,
or for the pride of thine heart and life both? Does he condemn thee for shedding of innocent blood? for scoffing and persecuting the ways of God? Does he condemn thee for hugging Some secret sin, which the word disallows? or for thy superficial perfunctory piety? Whatsoever conscience accuses and condemns thee for, honour this Viceroy so Far,
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Tell him, that though thou hast sinned, yet Christ hath died; and here hold. And then begge him to cleanse and cure thy wicked heart, that thou maist goe,
Tell him, that though thou hast sinned, yet christ hath died; and Here hold. And then beg him to cleanse and cure thy wicked heart, that thou Mayest go,
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If conscience give testimony with you, that you are pure and upright, as he useth the expression to Iob, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, you have had your conversation in the world;
If conscience give testimony with you, that you Are pure and upright, as he uses the expression to Job, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, you have had your Conversation in the world;
THE third proposition, which now according to order and method, comes to be handled, is this, That consciousnesse to our selues, of the simplicity and sincerity, of our conversation, will yeeld us joy in the midst of troubles.
THE third proposition, which now according to order and method, comes to be handled, is this, That consciousness to our selves, of the simplicity and sincerity, of our Conversation, will yield us joy in the midst of Troubles.
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Pauls and Timothies conscience, giving testimony with them, concerning the simplicity and sincerity of their conversation, made them to rejoyce in the midst of all the troubles they underwent.
Paul's and Timothies conscience, giving testimony with them, Concerning the simplicity and sincerity of their Conversation, made them to rejoice in the midst of all the Troubles they underwent.
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By the darknesse, I conceive he meanes troubles and injuries from wicked men, which because they are more vehement then many other troubles are, the mercies of the wicked being cruelties, the Psalmist else-where calls them, the sorrows of hell,
By the darkness, I conceive he means Troubles and injuries from wicked men, which Because they Are more vehement then many other Troubles Are, the Mercies of the wicked being cruelties, the Psalmist elsewhere calls them, the sorrows of hell,
If you conceive not this Scripture plaine enough, to consent with my Text, read Davids language in the seventh Psal. 10,11. My defence is of God, which saveth the upright in heart. God judgeth the righteous;
If you conceive not this Scripture plain enough, to consent with my Text, read Davids language in the seventh Psalm 10,11. My defence is of God, which Saveth the upright in heart. God Judgeth the righteous;
As if David had said, This is my comfort in the midst of all the troubles and feares I am in, that my conscience tells me, my conversation in the world hath beene lead according to the dictate of an upright heart, no way injurious to these sonnes of Belial, which labour to be every way injurious to me;
As if David had said, This is my Comfort in the midst of all the Troubles and fears I am in, that my conscience tells me, my Conversation in the world hath been led according to the dictate of an upright heart, no Way injurious to these Sons of Belial, which labour to be every Way injurious to me;
Salomon likewise consents to this as a truth, to wit, That the testimony of conscience concerning the simplicity of mans conversation, will yeeld him joy in the midst of troubles,
Solomon likewise consents to this as a truth, to wit, That the testimony of conscience Concerning the simplicity of men Conversation, will yield him joy in the midst of Troubles,
When a man upon every occasion speakes sincerely, conscience within cheares and comforts a man whatsoever followes upon plaine dealing to the outward man.
When a man upon every occasion speaks sincerely, conscience within cheers and comforts a man whatsoever follows upon plain dealing to the outward man.
By the fall of Adam, man is horne to troubles, as the sparkes slie upward, Iob 5.7. to troubles in body, in soule, in husband, in wife, in children, in servants, in kindred, in friends, in substance, in all things that are given man for his good.
By the fallen of Adam, man is horn to Troubles, as the sparks sly upward, Job 5.7. to Troubles in body, in soul, in husband, in wife, in children, in Servants, in kindred, in Friends, in substance, in all things that Are given man for his good.
That conscience, which tells a man that in simplicity and godly sincerity, he hath had his conversation in the world, will also tell him, that all troubles in the flesh, shall worke together for the good of his Spirit;
That conscience, which tells a man that in simplicity and godly sincerity, he hath had his Conversation in the world, will also tell him, that all Troubles in the Flesh, shall work together for the good of his Spirit;
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That conscience, which tells a man, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, he hath ordered his conversation in the world, will tell him also, that 'tis a wise and gracious Father that doth thus, and thus afflict him;
That conscience, which tells a man, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, he hath ordered his Conversation in the world, will tell him also, that it's a wise and gracious Father that does thus, and thus afflict him;
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yea, conscience now and then shewes the soule, the bright beames of Gods smiling countenance, that he may see that 'tis indeed a reconciled father which doth afflict;
yea, conscience now and then shows the soul, the bright beams of God's smiling countenance, that he may see that it's indeed a reconciled father which does afflict;
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Thus we see, that consciousnesse to our selves of the simplicity of our course, yeelds comfort in all troubles for sinnes sake, which I call naturall troubles.
Thus we see, that consciousness to our selves of the simplicity of our course, yields Comfort in all Troubles for Sins sake, which I call natural Troubles.
Troubles caused by religion and religious walking, which I call accidentall troubles, because by accident not of its proper nature, religion exasperates wicked men against us, these I conceive my text principally points at;
Troubles caused by Religion and religious walking, which I call accidental Troubles, Because by accident not of its proper nature, Religion exasperates wicked men against us, these I conceive my text principally points At;
and as for all these, though the fiercest kind of troubles, and therefore called by David, the sorrowes of hell, yet if a Christian hath but the voice of conscience with him, that he hath walked simply & sincerely in the world, this will keepe his head above water,
and as for all these, though the Fiercest kind of Troubles, and Therefore called by David, the sorrows of hell, yet if a Christian hath but the voice of conscience with him, that he hath walked simply & sincerely in the world, this will keep his head above water,
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and yet in the midst of all, joyfull, because of that sweet peace which their consciences spoke unto them, that they were not such as the world judged them to be,
and yet in the midst of all, joyful, Because of that sweet peace which their Consciences spoke unto them, that they were not such as the world judged them to be,
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Of this joy speakes Solomon, where he saith, that he with-held his heart from no joy, Eccl. 2.10. That is, any thing that might delight any sense, he got to him:
Of this joy speaks Solomon, where he Says, that he withheld his heart from no joy, Ecclesiastes 2.10. That is, any thing that might delight any sense, he god to him:
Thus to order a mans conversation, is to live sensually and not sincerely; and therefore conscience gives testimony against this man, and not with him;
Thus to order a men Conversation, is to live sensually and not sincerely; and Therefore conscience gives testimony against this man, and not with him;
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And therefore saith David, My soule shall be joyfull in the Lord, [ it ] shall rejoyce in his salvation. Psal. 35.9. God doth honour that in man with joy, with which man honours him by obedience:
And Therefore Says David, My soul shall be joyful in the Lord, [ it ] shall rejoice in his salvation. Psalm 35.9. God does honour that in man with joy, with which man honours him by Obedience:
now, the soule of the upright, obeyes God. My Soule hath kept thy testimonies, and I love them exceedingly, Psal. 19.167. and therefore God made Davids soule to rejoyce.
now, the soul of the upright, obeys God. My Soul hath kept thy testimonies, and I love them exceedingly, Psalm 19.167. and Therefore God made Davids soul to rejoice.
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I delight to doe thy will, O God, yea thy Law is within my heart, Psal. 40.8. The Law of God was within Davids heart, and therefore the joy of God was within his heart too.
I delight to do thy will, Oh God, yea thy Law is within my heart, Psalm 40.8. The Law of God was within Davids heart, and Therefore the joy of God was within his heart too.
their righteousnesse is like Ephraims, an outside righteousnesse that vanisheth, and so answerably God giveth them an outside superficiall joy, that soone vanisheth and perisheth.
their righteousness is like Ephraim's, an outside righteousness that Vanishes, and so answerably God gives them an outside superficial joy, that soon Vanishes and Perishes.
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They doe not set their hearts aright to obey God, as David useth the expression, Psal. 78.8. and therefore God doth not tune and set their joy aright, so that it jarres at the best;
They do not Set their hearts aright to obey God, as David uses the expression, Psalm 78.8. and Therefore God does not tune and Set their joy aright, so that it jars At the best;
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Hence 'tis, that David when he had but a drop of divine joy, distilled into his heart (as 'tis but a drop of this heavenly liquor, that our weake giddy soules can beare,
Hence it's, that David when he had but a drop of divine joy, distilled into his heart (as it's but a drop of this heavenly liquour, that our weak giddy Souls can bear,
Praise the Lord, O my soule, and all that is within me praise his holy name. Psal. 103.1. All that was within David, was warmed with divine joy, and therefore all that was within him, he would have should returne thankes and praise unto the Lord.
Praise the Lord, Oh my soul, and all that is within me praise his holy name. Psalm 103.1. All that was within David, was warmed with divine joy, and Therefore all that was within him, he would have should return thanks and praise unto the Lord.
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then in the next verse saith he, All my bones shall say, Lord who is like unto thee. Psal. 35.9,10. Divine joy warmes all that is within a man, and all that is without:
then in the next verse Says he, All my bones shall say, Lord who is like unto thee. Psalm 35.9,10. Divine joy warms all that is within a man, and all that is without:
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As divine joy takes the Spirit wholly, so it oft-times seises upon the Spirit immediately; breaking forth in the heart as lightning, without any certaine knowne medium, by which to come into the soule.
As divine joy Takes the Spirit wholly, so it ofttimes seizes upon the Spirit immediately; breaking forth in the heart as lightning, without any certain known medium, by which to come into the soul.
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Thus did God rejoyce the soule of Paul and Timothy, in their troubles and sorrowes: by the Almighty worke of his Spirit, he assured their spirits, that they were his,
Thus did God rejoice the soul of Paul and Timothy, in their Troubles and sorrows: by the Almighty work of his Spirit, he assured their spirits, that they were his,
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which made them thus to speake, in the midst of miseries, Our rejoycing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly wisedome,
which made them thus to speak, in the midst of misery's, Our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly Wisdom,
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but by the grace of God, we have had our conversation in the world, &c. Secondly, divine joy is called spirituall, because the object of it is a spirit.
but by the grace of God, we have had our Conversation in the world, etc. Secondly, divine joy is called spiritual, Because the Object of it is a Spirit.
but by the grace of God, we have had our conversation in the world, &c. Thirdly, divine joy is called spirituall, because all the manifestations of it are spirituall.
but by the grace of God, we have had our Conversation in the world, etc. Thirdly, divine joy is called spiritual, Because all the manifestations of it Are spiritual.
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but they sing in the waies of the Lord, Psal. 138.5. That, is, they rejoyce in divine things, to be thinking, and speaking of, and walking in, the waies of the Lord.
but they sing in the ways of the Lord, Psalm 138.5. That, is, they rejoice in divine things, to be thinking, and speaking of, and walking in, the ways of the Lord.
Such as have the joy of the Lord in their hearts, their tongues speake, and sing, in such a manner, that God is extolled and magnified, according to one attribute or another, which is making melody to God, as the Apostle termes it.
Such as have the joy of the Lord in their hearts, their tongues speak, and sing, in such a manner, that God is extolled and magnified, according to one attribute or Another, which is making melody to God, as the Apostle terms it.
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As here in my text, the Apostles so expressed divine joy, that the power and goodnesse of the Lord were magnified, that he could and would give internall comfort, to those that did sincerely,
As Here in my text, the Apostles so expressed divine joy, that the power and Goodness of the Lord were magnified, that he could and would give internal Comfort, to those that did sincerely,
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Divine joy makes a man rejoyce and worke righteousnesse, and not rejoyce and worke wickednesse. Thou meetest him that rejoyceth and worketh righteousnesse, Isa. 64.5.
Divine joy makes a man rejoice and work righteousness, and not rejoice and work wickedness. Thou meetest him that Rejoiceth and works righteousness, Isaiah 64.5.
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Paul & Timothy thus rejoyced, that they could worke righteousnesse, that they could order their conversation sincerely, though by many handled injuriously.
Paul & Timothy thus rejoiced, that they could work righteousness, that they could order their Conversation sincerely, though by many handled injuriously.
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And not onely so, but we also rejoyce in God, through our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom we have received the attonement. Rom. 5.11. We cannot joy immediately in God, as Adam could, because of our sinne in Adam, which made God angry with us:
And not only so, but we also rejoice in God, through our Lord jesus christ, by whom we have received the atonement. Rom. 5.11. We cannot joy immediately in God, as Adam could, Because of our sin in Adam, which made God angry with us:
and therefore 'tis, that the Apostle thus speakes in the person of the godly, we joy in God [ through ] our Lord Iesus Christ, by whom we have received the attonement.
and Therefore it's, that the Apostle thus speaks in the person of the godly, we joy in God [ through ] our Lord Iesus christ, by whom we have received the atonement.
This is sweetly set forth also unto us, under metaphoricall termes by the Prophet Isaiah. I will greatly rejoyce in the Lord, my soule shall be joyfull in my God,
This is sweetly Set forth also unto us, under metaphorical terms by the Prophet Isaiah. I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, my soul shall be joyful in my God,
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as a Bride-groome decketh himselfe with ornaments, and as a Bride adorneth her selfe with Jewels, Isa. 61.10. God as cloathing us with the garments of salvation, and as covering us with a robe of righteousnesse, is the object of joy to fallen man;
as a Bridegroom decketh himself with Ornament, and as a Bride adorneth her self with Jewels, Isaiah 61.10. God as clothing us with the garments of salvation, and as covering us with a robe of righteousness, is the Object of joy to fallen man;
but by the grace of God, we have had our conversation in the world, &c. You have had a briefe hint now, by what hath beene said, what that joy is, which the testimony of conscience brings to the soule, to wit, a conciliatory joy, as I may fitly call it.
but by the grace of God, we have had our Conversation in the world, etc. You have had a brief hint now, by what hath been said, what that joy is, which the testimony of conscience brings to the soul, to wit, a conciliatory joy, as I may fitly call it.
as the babe in Elizabeths wombe, when she heard the salutation of Mary. Our rejoycing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly wisedome,
as the babe in Elizabeths womb, when she herd the salutation of Marry. Our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly Wisdom,
This testimony of conscience is attended with a glorious power, as the Apostle calls it, NONLATINALPHABET according to the glorious power of him, saith the originall, that is, of the holy Ghost, which makes the testimony so strong,
This testimony of conscience is attended with a glorious power, as the Apostle calls it, according to the glorious power of him, Says the original, that is, of the holy Ghost, which makes the testimony so strong,
1 Col. 11. There is a glorious power, attending the testimony of conscience, extended to upright soules, in times of great troubles for uprightnesse sake, which strengthens them with all might, so that all burdens cannot depresse them;
1 Col. 11. There is a glorious power, attending the testimony of conscience, extended to upright Souls, in times of great Troubles for uprightness sake, which strengthens them with all might, so that all burdens cannot depress them;
unto all patience and long suffering with joyfulnesse, which made them thus to say, For our rejoycing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly wisedome,
unto all patience and long suffering with joyfulness, which made them thus to say, For our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly Wisdom,
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Now, when conscience tells a man, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, he hath had his conversation in the world, it doth at once tell him, that he hath walked in this world, just as Christ did.
Now, when conscience tells a man, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, he hath had his Conversation in the world, it does At once tell him, that he hath walked in this world, just as christ did.
Lastly, it must needs be, that the testimony of conscience concerning the simplicity of a mans conversation, should minister joy in the midst of troubles,
Lastly, it must needs be, that the testimony of conscience Concerning the simplicity of a men Conversation, should minister joy in the midst of Troubles,
Be glad in the Lord, and rejoyce ye righteous, and shout for joy all ye that are upright in heart, Psal. 32.11. Conscience now tels me that I am upright in heart;
Be glad in the Lord, and rejoice you righteous, and shout for joy all you that Are upright in heart, Psalm 32.11. Conscience now tells me that I am upright in heart;
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and that in simplicity and uprightnesse I have had my conversation in the world; and so consequently that joy here, as well as hereafter, belongs to me.
and that in simplicity and uprightness I have had my Conversation in the world; and so consequently that joy Here, as well as hereafter, belongs to me.
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Out of this reasoning, betweene conscience and the divine word of consolation, joy will breake forth in the soule first or last, lade an upright man with what burthens you will.
Out of this reasoning, between conscience and the divine word of consolation, joy will break forth in the soul First or last, lade an upright man with what burdens you will.
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why then dost not thou rejoyce? Dost thou thinke it a small matter, to disobey a command of God? This pressing language of conscience, will make a sincere soule strive hard,
why then dost not thou rejoice? Dost thou think it a small matter, to disobey a command of God? This pressing language of conscience, will make a sincere soul strive hard,
and bring the upright foule at last, to say in the midst of troubles, with these champions in my text, For our rejoycing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly wisedome,
and bring the upright foul At last, to say in the midst of Troubles, with these champions in my text, For our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly Wisdom,
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This is to walke sincerely, to be tender to obey all Gods will, and this conscience tels the soule, in the midst of all the troubles he undergoes, from men of corrupt minds, and large consciences;
This is to walk sincerely, to be tender to obey all God's will, and this conscience tells the soul, in the midst of all the Troubles he undergoes, from men of corrupt minds, and large Consciences;
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though bleeding upon a Pillory, groaning upon a Racke, dying upon a Crosse, and condemned by wise men for a foole, in standing out in such small matters.
though bleeding upon a Pillory, groaning upon a Rack, dying upon a Cross, and condemned by wise men for a fool, in standing out in such small matters.
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in such glorious expressions, and with such sweetned words, will the spirit of God, beare witnesse with the spirit of man, that doe what you will to this man, he will still, notwithstanding all, rejoyce. Cast him into prison;
in such glorious expressions, and with such sweetened words, will the Spirit of God, bear witness with the Spirit of man, that do what you will to this man, he will still, notwithstanding all, rejoice. Cast him into prison;
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and his cheeks to them that plucke off the haire, as the Prophet speakes, Isa. 50.6. doe what you will to him, yet you will never deprive him of his joy.
and his cheeks to them that pluck off the hair, as the Prophet speaks, Isaiah 50.6. do what you will to him, yet you will never deprive him of his joy.
The more terrible you are unto them, the more shall the testimony of conscience be attended, with a glorious Spirit of consolation, which will make them rejoyce and be exceeding glad, under all that you can inflict;
The more terrible you Are unto them, the more shall the testimony of conscience be attended, with a glorious Spirit of consolation, which will make them rejoice and be exceeding glad, under all that you can inflict;
consciousnesse of hypocrisie and unsoundnesse, must needs imbitter all troubles, and make them more pressing and piercing, upon you that are halters, and time-servers:
consciousness of hypocrisy and unsoundness, must needs embitter all Troubles, and make them more pressing and piercing, upon you that Are halters, and time-servers:
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What a sting will this be to a man in sicknesse and death, when his conscience shall tell him, that he hath beene but an out-side Christian, all the daies of his life;
What a sting will this be to a man in sickness and death, when his conscience shall tell him, that he hath been but an outside Christian, all the days of his life;
This made Judas hang himselfe, after he had sold his master for money, for as much as his conscience told him then strongly, that he had beene but an hypocriticall follower of Christ, from the first to the last.
This made Judas hang himself, After he had sold his master for money, for as much as his conscience told him then strongly, that he had been but an hypocritical follower of christ, from the First to the last.
when it testifieth against him, as the Psalmist useth the expressions, in relation to the hypocrit, the man concerning whom I here treat of, Psal. 120.4.
when it Testifieth against him, as the Psalmist uses the expressions, in Relation to the hypocrite, the man Concerning whom I Here Treat of, Psalm 120.4.
If thou hadst the favour of all the Princes in the world, yet could not they procure for thee a dram of comfort in sicknes, in death, or in judgment:
If thou Hadst the favour of all the Princes in the world, yet could not they procure for thee a dram of Comfort in sickness, in death, or in judgement:
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The least fit of sicknesse, will non-plus all these things, for reviving the soule. Vaine man like that foole, thinkes that he hath comfort enough for many yeares;
The least fit of sickness, will nonplus all these things, for reviving the soul. Vain man like that fool, thinks that he hath Comfort enough for many Years;
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and therefore the Levits were faine to comfort them, that conscience might take hold on something, to worke joy in them, which is the strength of the soule,
and Therefore the Levits were feign to Comfort them, that conscience might take hold on something, to work joy in them, which is the strength of the soul,
unto the duty of thanksgiving, which was the speciall worke of that day. As an accusing condemning conscience, secretly consumes spirits and strength of soule and body;
unto the duty of thanksgiving, which was the special work of that day. As an accusing condemning conscience, secretly consumes spirits and strength of soul and body;
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as tunes & strengthens it, unto all divine duties, especially unto thankesgiving, which is the highest & hardest divine lesson, that can be played upon the heart of fallen man,
as Tunis & strengthens it, unto all divine duties, especially unto thanksgiving, which is the highest & Hardest divine Lesson, that can be played upon the heart of fallen man,
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If thou then wouldst be a sweet singer in Israel, a man apt and able to that which God most loves, walke so that conscience may still be an acquitter within thee:
If thou then Wouldst be a sweet singer in Israel, a man apt and able to that which God most loves, walk so that conscience may still be an acquitter within thee:
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Secondly, divine joy is called in Scripture an exceeding joy. I am exceeding jayfull in all our tribulations, saith Paul, 2 Cor. 7.4. The joy which conscience gives to an upright man in all tribulations for uprightnesse sake, is an exceeding joy;
Secondly, divine joy is called in Scripture an exceeding joy. I am exceeding jayfull in all our tribulations, Says Paul, 2 Cor. 7.4. The joy which conscience gives to an upright man in all tribulations for uprightness sake, is an exceeding joy;
Conscience gives such a joy to the soule in tribulations, that sils the soule with comfort, which is more then all the sweets and delights of this world can doe.
Conscience gives such a joy to the soul in tribulations, that sils the soul with Comfort, which is more then all the sweets and delights of this world can do.
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The Scripture doth not stay here, but calls divine joy everlasting; which is an attribute so high, that it leads us necessarily to the originall, to wit, God, who is everlasting.
The Scripture does not stay Here, but calls divine joy everlasting; which is an attribute so high, that it leads us necessarily to the original, to wit, God, who is everlasting.
God alwaies seconds conscience in him that is sincere, with such a glorious power as Saint Paul calls it, that though he be alwaies in sorrowes for Christs sake, yet he is alwaies rejoycing:
God always seconds conscience in him that is sincere, with such a glorious power as Saint Paul calls it, that though he be always in sorrows for Christ sake, yet he is always rejoicing:
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The joy that conscience gives to the soule of man, upon testimony of his sincerity, 'twill live in fire, 'twill live in water, 'twill live in this land, 'twill live in any land;
The joy that conscience gives to the soul of man, upon testimony of his sincerity, it'll live in fire, it'll live in water, it'll live in this land, it'll live in any land;
If then thou wouldst have joy to sticke bythee, in health, in sicknesse, in peace, in warre, in plenty, in famine, in honour, in disgrace, in liberty, in bonds, in life, in death,
If then thou Wouldst have joy to stick bythee, in health, in sickness, in peace, in war, in plenty, in famine, in honour, in disgrace, in liberty, in bonds, in life, in death,
then by prayer plead your integrity to God, and intreat him so transcendently to second conscience, with his glorious power which worketh in us, that your hearts may be revived under every pressure for pieties sake.
then by prayer plead your integrity to God, and entreat him so transcendently to second conscience, with his glorious power which works in us, that your hearts may be revived under every pressure for Pieties sake.
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Let integrity and uprightnesse preserve me: for I waite on thee, Psal. 25.21. David you see was put to it, to plead his integrity to God, to obtaine the benefit of it in troubles;
Let integrity and uprightness preserve me: for I wait on thee, Psalm 25.21. David you see was put to it, to plead his integrity to God, to obtain the benefit of it in Troubles;
and thus must we still doe if we finde our hearts to droope in troubles, although we are conscious to our selves of our upright and innocent conversation.
and thus must we still do if we find our hearts to droop in Troubles, although we Are conscious to our selves of our upright and innocent Conversation.
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did not he stand by us, and watch over our deceitfull hearts, and uphold our goings in his paths, wee should shew our selves hypocriticall wretches in all our wayes.
did not he stand by us, and watch over our deceitful hearts, and uphold our goings in his paths, we should show our selves hypocritical wretches in all our ways.
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David would not appropriate the praise, of his upright and innocent conversation to himselfe, as if he by his own wisdome, strength and goodnesse, had made his way perfect, and upright;
David would not Appropriate the praise, of his upright and innocent Conversation to himself, as if he by his own Wisdom, strength and Goodness, had made his Way perfect, and upright;
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when we feele our hearts leape within us, as rejoyced by the secret testimony of conscience, concerning the integrity of our carriage, in this or that matter of weight and triall that we were put upon;
when we feel our hearts leap within us, as rejoiced by the secret testimony of conscience, Concerning the integrity of our carriage, in this or that matter of weight and trial that we were put upon;
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my heart is deceitfull, and full of base feare, and if thou hadst not stood up as a mighty God in my weake spirit, I had beene over-borne with fleshly feares,
my heart is deceitful, and full of base Fear, and if thou Hadst not stood up as a mighty God in my weak Spirit, I had been overborne with fleshly fears,
This is the good way to have God stand by us still, and so mightily to guide us in all our waies, that we shall keepe faith and a good conscience to our grave,
This is the good Way to have God stand by us still, and so mightily to guide us in all our ways, that we shall keep faith and a good conscience to our grave,
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If I were for holinesse, as just men made perfect in glory, yet whilst a soule so holy, is in a body so diseased, I could not take any pleasure in my life.
If I were for holiness, as just men made perfect in glory, yet while a soul so holy, is in a body so diseased, I could not take any pleasure in my life.
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Thus to interpret these words, is to give us a hint and more, that Job was extreamely overgone with impatience under Gods hand, which is the worst that can be said upon this place:
Thus to interpret these words, is to give us a hint and more, that Job was extremely overwent with impatience under God's hand, which is the worst that can be said upon this place:
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Flattery or violence will turne you aside, from your sincere walking, if you doe not humbly seeke God still with David, to make your heart sound in his statutes,
Flattery or violence will turn you aside, from your sincere walking, if you do not humbly seek God still with David, to make your heart found in his statutes,
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The joy of an acquitting conscience, is unspeakable and full of glory: and so the sorrow of an accusing condemning conscience, is unspeakable and full of terrour. 'Tis sorrow unspeakeable strong.
The joy of an acquitting conscience, is unspeakable and full of glory: and so the sorrow of an accusing condemning conscience, is unspeakable and full of terror. It's sorrow unspeakable strong.
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when once they turn aside from their upright conversation. Ʋnto the woman God said, I will greatly multiply thy sorrow, Gen. 3.16. Sorrow multiplied, is to have sorrow upon sorrow, as Paul useth the expression to the Philippians.
when once they turn aside from their upright Conversation. Ʋnto the woman God said, I will greatly multiply thy sorrow, Gen. 3.16. Sorrow multiplied, is to have sorrow upon sorrow, as Paul uses the expression to the Philippians.
but the angry face of God, and this will make thee tremble & sorrow, as the Lord speakes of the Babylonians. Jer. 51.29. as the very damned in hell doe, as one that feeleth the very sorrowes of hell to compasse thee.
but the angry face of God, and this will make thee tremble & sorrow, as the Lord speaks of the Babylonians. Jer. 51.29. as the very damned in hell do, as one that feeleth the very sorrows of hell to compass thee.
God looking angerly upon the earth, it trembleth, saith the Psalmist, Psal. 104.32. The earth is the vastest and gravest body under Heaven, and therefore least apt to shaking;
God looking angrily upon the earth, it Trembleth, Says the Psalmist, Psalm 104.32. The earth is the vastest and Gravest body under Heaven, and Therefore least apt to shaking;
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& that the poison of them did drinke up his spirits. Iob 6.4. All that which before he felt without, was nothing to that which he now felt within, upon his spirit;
& that the poison of them did drink up his spirits. Job 6.4. All that which before he felt without, was nothing to that which he now felt within, upon his Spirit;
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as the torments which damned wretches shall suffer in their bodies, are nothing to those which shall continually flee up and downe, within their soules.
as the torments which damned wretches shall suffer in their bodies, Are nothing to those which shall continually flee up and down, within their Souls.
other outward parts he may hit and deepely wound, but this is but to make holes into the heart, where the seat of unsoundnesse that principally offends him is.
other outward parts he may hit and deeply wound, but this is but to make holes into the heart, where the seat of unsoundness that principally offends him is.
and make a man looke fearefully, speake desperately, and doe bloodily against the body; but the heate of the fire is principally within, in the furnace, in the spirit;
and make a man look fearfully, speak desperately, and do bloodily against the body; but the heat of the fire is principally within, in the furnace, in the Spirit;
'tis but some sparkles and flashes onely, that you see come forth at the lower holes of the Furnace, which you behold in the eyes, words, and deeds of such men.
it's but Some sparkles and flashes only, that you see come forth At the lower holes of the Furnace, which you behold in the eyes, words, and Deeds of such men.
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Though he pray and fast, and consume himselfe with fasting, yet not any beame of light and love, that the revolting soule shall see in the countenance of God, to take hold on, and to comfort himselfe by.
Though he pray and fast, and consume himself with fasting, yet not any beam of Light and love, that the revolting soul shall see in the countenance of God, to take hold on, and to Comfort himself by.
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Will the Lord cast off for ever? and will he be favourable no more? is his mercy cleane gone for ever? doth his promise faile for evermore? Psal. 77.7,8.
Will the Lord cast off for ever? and will he be favourable no more? is his mercy clean gone for ever? does his promise fail for evermore? Psalm 77.7,8.
So conscience, when once the soule hath turned aside to crooked waies, oft times of a sudden raises hideous storms and tempests in the soule, which addes exceedingly to the torture.
So conscience, when once the soul hath turned aside to crooked ways, oft times of a sudden raises hideous storms and tempests in the soul, which adds exceedingly to the torture.
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and sets on fire the soule, and then lets in legions of such spirits whose dwelling is onely in fire to keep Garrison against all promises of good to this soule,
and sets on fire the soul, and then lets in legions of such spirits whose Dwelling is only in fire to keep Garrison against all promises of good to this soul,
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so the Arrowes which God shootes by conscience, against such as turne aside to evill waies, they goe forth oft-times as light•ings, very sudden, & very swift.
so the Arrows which God shoots by conscience, against such as turn aside to evil ways, they go forth ofttimes as light•ings, very sudden, & very swift.
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And [ immediately while he yet spake ] the Cocke crew, and the Lord look'd backe upon Peter, saith the text, Luke 22.60. On a sudden, while Peter was in the very act of denying, a cocke crew within, to wit, conscience that made Peters spirit die within him.
And [ immediately while he yet spoke ] the Cock crew, and the Lord looked back upon Peter, Says the text, Lycia 22.60. On a sudden, while Peter was in the very act of denying, a cock crew within, to wit, conscience that made Peter's Spirit die within him.
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but if the soule still goe on, of a sudden conscience will break forth, into thundering and lightning so fiercely as he did in Peters soule, on whom if Christ had not look'd backe, Peter would have gone neere, to have served himselfe as Iudas, after he had betrayed his Master.
but if the soul still go on, of a sudden conscience will break forth, into thundering and lightning so fiercely as he did in Peter's soul, on whom if christ had not looked back, Peter would have gone near, to have served himself as Iudas, After he had betrayed his Master.
To conclude all, This I am sure, O sincere soule, that as conscience will make thee know to thy comfort, that 'tis a sweet thing faithfully and sincerely to serve God;
To conclude all, This I am sure, Oh sincere soul, that as conscience will make thee know to thy Comfort, that it's a sweet thing faithfully and sincerely to serve God;
The Church of the Corinthians was very vitious in doctrine and manners, as we may plainely see by many expressions or Saint Paul, in his first and second Epistle to them.
The Church of the Corinthians was very vicious in Doctrine and manners, as we may plainly see by many expressions or Saint Paul, in his First and second Epistle to them.
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They were superstitious, idolatrous, adulterous, fornicatours, abusers of themselves with man-kind, theives, covetous, drunkards, revilers, extortioners, murmurers tempters of Christ, backbiters whisperers, raisers of tumults and what no• …? This grosse wicked• … made Paul to stirre up the grace of 〈 ◊ 〉 in him,
They were superstitious, idolatrous, adulterous, fornicators, Abusers of themselves with mankind, thieves, covetous, drunkards, revilers, extortioners, murmurers tempters of christ, backbiters whisperers, raisers of tumults and what no• …? This gross wicked• … made Paul to stir up the grace of 〈 ◊ 〉 in him,
and to use great bold• … 〈 ◊ 〉, towards this Church, as himselfe saith, 2 Cor. 7.4. with all plainenesse and powerfulnesse, reproving their sinnes, and making manifest the truth, to every mans conscience, in the sight of God.
and to use great bold• … 〈 ◊ 〉, towards this Church, as himself Says, 2 Cor. 7.4. with all plainness and powerfulness, reproving their Sins, and making manifest the truth, to every men conscience, in the sighed of God.
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and with such majesty, as you shall not finde him the like, to any Church ▪ Twise in one Epistle useth he this upbraiding expression, I speake this to your shame, which not once throughout all his Epistles, to any other Church, doth he use the like upbraiding language.
and with such majesty, as you shall not find him the like, to any Church ▪ Twice in one Epistle uses he this upbraiding expression, I speak this to your shame, which not once throughout all his Epistles, to any other Church, does he use the like upbraiding language.
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Moreover I call God for a record upon my soule that to spare you I came not as yet to Corinth. 2 Cor. 1.23. A• it he would dart their soule• through, with such an holy feare of God, that their loose hearts for ever after, might stand in awe and sin not.
Moreover I call God for a record upon my soul that to spare you I Come not as yet to Corinth. 2 Cor. 1.23. A• it he would dart their soule• through, with such an holy Fear of God, that their lose hearts for ever After, might stand in awe and since not.
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so answerably hee couragiously applied himselfe unto them, which is the meaning of this expression in my text, but more abundantly to you-ward, or, specially among you.
so answerably he courageously applied himself unto them, which is the meaning of this expression in my text, but more abundantly to unde, or, specially among you.
and to turne you from your profane lives, but yet your affections are straightned and clogg'd, that you come not off so readily, to follow our holy instructions as you should.
and to turn you from your profane lives, but yet your affections Are straightened and clogged, that you come not off so readily, to follow our holy instructions as you should.
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Speciall times and occasions for the declaration of sincerity, are either personall, domesticall, sociall, or nationall. Personall occasions, which require sincerity after a speciall manner to be declared, are when a man is strongly assaulted by the world, the flesh or the divell, to sinne against God;
Special times and occasions for the declaration of sincerity, Are either personal, domestical, social, or national. Personal occasions, which require sincerity After a special manner to be declared, Are when a man is strongly assaulted by the world, the Flesh or the Devil, to sin against God;
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When Simon the sorcerer saw, that through laying on of the Apostles hands, the holy Ghost was given, he offered Peter money to impart his skill unto him,
When Simon the sorcerer saw, that through laying on of the Apostles hands, the holy Ghost was given, he offered Peter money to impart his skill unto him,
then was a speciall personall occasion from the world, for Samuel to declare his integrity, that he had walked faithfully as Gods Vicegerent over them,
then was a special personal occasion from the world, for Samuel to declare his integrity, that he had walked faithfully as God's Vicegerent over them,
whose Oxe have I taken? Whose Asse have I taken? or whom have I defrauded? whom have I oppressed? or of whose hand have I received any bribe to blind mine eyes therewith? and I will restore it you, 1 Sam. 12.3.
whose Ox have I taken? Whose Ass have I taken? or whom have I defrauded? whom have I oppressed? or of whose hand have I received any bribe to blind mine eyes therewith? and I will restore it you, 1 Sam. 12.3.
When Bariesus withstood Paul in his Ministery, that he could not doe that good he would upon Sergius Paul is then was a speciall personall occasion from the world,
When Barjesus withstood Paul in his Ministry, that he could not do that good he would upon Sergius Paul is then was a special personal occasion from the world,
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which he wisely considered, and answerably with courage declared himselfe Then Saul who also is called Paul, filled with the Holy Christ, set his eyes on him,
which he wisely considered, and answerably with courage declared himself Then Saul who also is called Paul, filled with the Holy christ, Set his eyes on him,
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and said, O full of all subtilty and all mischiefe, thou child of the divell, thou enemie of all righteousnesse, wilt thou not cease to pervert the right waies of the Lord? Act. 13.9,10. When Paul was strongly set upon by his owne flesh;
and said, Oh full of all subtlety and all mischief, thou child of the Devil, thou enemy of all righteousness, wilt thou not cease to pervert the right ways of the Lord? Act. 13.9,10. When Paul was strongly Set upon by his own Flesh;
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But I keepe under my body, and bring it into subjection, least that by any meanes when I have preached to others, I my selfe should be a cast-away. 1 Cor. 9.27.
But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection, lest that by any means when I have preached to Others, I my self should be a castaway. 1 Cor. 9.27.
This Paul wisely considered, and therefore when he felt this pricke in the flesh, after a speciall manner molest him, he still after a speciall manner declared his uprightnesse in wresting against it, that so be might subdue his flesh, which otherwise would have subdued his spirit,
This Paul wisely considered, and Therefore when he felt this prick in the Flesh, After a special manner molest him, he still After a special manner declared his uprightness in wresting against it, that so be might subdue his Flesh, which otherwise would have subdued his Spirit,
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and to fall downe and worship him, and so to decline his Father utterly; then was a speciall personall occasion from the divell, for Christ to declare his uprightnesse;
and to fallen down and worship him, and so to decline his Father utterly; then was a special personal occasion from the Devil, for christ to declare his uprightness;
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So when the Serpent subtilly got into one of the followers of Christ, and prayed him to pitty and spare himselfe, from that painefull worke on which the glory of God,
So when the Serpent subtly god into one of the followers of christ, and prayed him to pity and spare himself, from that painful work on which the glory of God,
then was a speciall domesticall occasion, for Ely to declare his sincerity, to God and man, that he loved the glory of God, above the lives of his sonnes, which because he did not seriously observe and answerably carry himselfe,
then was a special domestical occasion, for Ely to declare his sincerity, to God and man, that he loved the glory of God, above the lives of his Sons, which Because he did not seriously observe and answerably carry himself,
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When God commanded Abraham to sacrifice his onely sonne Isaac, then was a speciall domesticall occasion for Abraham to declare his sincerity, that to obey the Will of God, was dearer to him then the life of his onely sonne;
When God commanded Abraham to sacrifice his only son Isaac, then was a special domestical occasion for Abraham to declare his sincerity, that to obey the Will of God, was Dearer to him then the life of his only son;
then was a speciall domesticall occasion for David, to declare his uprightnesse to God and to Saul, that he was an obedient sonne to Saul, and desired not the life or Kingdome of his father,
then was a special domestical occasion for David, to declare his uprightness to God and to Saul, that he was an obedient son to Saul, and desired not the life or Kingdom of his father,
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which David wisely considered, and tooke this speciall occasion to declare his integrity to Saul; and this done so seasonably, his words were to Saul like Apples of gold in pictures of silver, which made him to confesse David, to be more righteous then himselfe, 1 Sam. 24.17.
which David wisely considered, and took this special occasion to declare his integrity to Saul; and this done so seasonably, his words were to Saul like Apples of gold in pictures of silver, which made him to confess David, to be more righteous then himself, 1 Sam. 24.17.
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or otherwise he should loose his life, then was a speciall domesticall occasion for Moses to declare his uprightnesse to God and to his wife, that he regarded more to please God then to please his wife;
or otherwise he should lose his life, then was a special domestical occasion for Moses to declare his uprightness to God and to his wife, that he regarded more to please God then to please his wife;
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When the holy Ghost after a transcendent manner, fell upon the Apostles, that they spake with divers tongues, some sons of Bel• … l mocked them and said, These 〈 ◊ 〉 are fall of new Wine;
When the holy Ghost After a transcendent manner, fell upon the Apostles, that they spoke with diverse tongues, Some Sons of Bel• … l mocked them and said, These 〈 ◊ 〉 Are fallen of new Wine;
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Nationall occasions and tunes for the declaration of sincerity after a speciall manner, are, when good or evill after a speciall manner is conversant about in relation not to this or that particular person, but to a whole Nation.
National occasions and Tunis for the declaration of sincerity After a special manner, Are, when good or evil After a special manner is conversant about in Relation not to this or that particular person, but to a Whole nation.
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When bloody Pharoah would have destroyed all Israel, then was a speciall Nationall occasion, for Moses and the rest of the worthies of the Lord, to declare their sincerity,
When bloody Pharaoh would have destroyed all Israel, then was a special National occasion, for Moses and the rest of the worthies of the Lord, to declare their sincerity,
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for all Israelites indeed, to declare their sincerity, by wrestling with the Lord by prayer, to countermine all his enchantments, which they seriously considered,
for all Israelites indeed, to declare their sincerity, by wrestling with the Lord by prayer, to countermine all his enchantments, which they seriously considered,
When Israel committed whoredome with the daughters of Moab, and joyned themselves unto Baal-Peor, and the anger of the Lord kindled, threatning to destroy all,
When Israel committed whoredom with the daughters of Moab, and joined themselves unto Baal-peor, and the anger of the Lord kindled, threatening to destroy all,
then was a speciall Nationall occasion for Moses, to declare his sincerity, that he loved the glory of God above the lives of his brethren, which he seriously considered and answerably with much courage did.
then was a special National occasion for Moses, to declare his sincerity, that he loved the glory of God above the lives of his brothers, which he seriously considered and answerably with much courage did.
then was a speciall Nationall occasion indeed for Moses to declare his uprightnesse, that he loved the lives of his brethren, above all honours and preferments this world could afford him,
then was a special National occasion indeed for Moses to declare his uprightness, that he loved the lives of his brothers, above all honours and preferments this world could afford him,
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When Israel halted betweene God and Baal, making a mixture of divine worship and idolatrous together, one to colour the other, that poison might be swallowed without scrupling, to the speedy and unsensible perdition of soules,
When Israel halted between God and Baal, making a mixture of divine worship and idolatrous together, one to colour the other, that poison might be swallowed without Scrutining, to the speedy and unsensible perdition of Souls,
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then was a speciall Nationall occasion for the Prophets of the Lord to declare their uprightnesse, in crying against halting, not fearing man who shall be made as grasse;
then was a special National occasion for the prophets of the Lord to declare their uprightness, in crying against halting, not fearing man who shall be made as grass;
and that if they did zealously returne to that purity of divine worship, which God required, and shake off mans inventions, it should goe well with them,
and that if they did zealously return to that purity of divine worship, which God required, and shake off men Inventions, it should go well with them,
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then was a speciall Nationall occasion for that people to declare their sincerity; their love to the purity of Gods ordinances, more then to their owne inventions;
then was a special National occasion for that people to declare their sincerity; their love to the purity of God's ordinances, more then to their own Inventions;
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and if I perish, I perish. Esther 4.15,16. The reasons why God in the course of his providence, brings about, speciall occasions for the declaration of sincerity, are these;
and if I perish, I perish. Esther 4.15,16. The Reasons why God in the course of his providence, brings about, special occasions for the declaration of sincerity, Are these;
Speciall occasions of triall, are like Nebuchadnezzars fiery Furnace, heat seven times hotter then ordinary, which will thoroughly discover Gold from drosse.
Special occasions of trial, Are like Nebuchadnezar's fiery Furnace, heat seven times hotter then ordinary, which will thoroughly discover Gold from dross.
Now God to convince these censorious wretches, that judge amisse of the generation of the just, brings his children as 'twere upon the stage, in the open view of all,
Now God to convince these censorious wretches, that judge amiss of the generation of the just, brings his children as 'twere upon the stage, in the open view of all,
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and convince all beholders, yea the divell and all his children, that they are sincere; and make them confesse with Saul, that they are more righteous, then themselves.
and convince all beholders, yea the Devil and all his children, that they Are sincere; and make them confess with Saul, that they Are more righteous, then themselves.
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So those stars which God hath placed in the lesser world, to wit, the soule of man, some of them God would have to be as it were invisible to the world;
So those Stars which God hath placed in the lesser world, to wit, the soul of man, Some of them God would have to be as it were invisible to the world;
Now, to effect this, this is the thing God does, viz, he makes bitter pills for his children to swallow, heavie burthens for his children to beare, such as no unsound heart would touch, with one of his fingers;
Now, to Effect this, this is the thing God does, videlicet, he makes bitter pills for his children to swallow, heavy burdens for his children to bear, such as no unsound heart would touch, with one of his fingers;
that shall anatomise every string in their hearts, so that the Divell, and all his children, to their conviction and torment, shall read sincerity written in their hearts, with capitall letters.
that shall anatomise every string in their hearts, so that the devil, and all his children, to their conviction and torment, shall read sincerity written in their hearts, with capital letters.
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The second reason why God in the course of his providence, brings about speciall occasions for the declaration of sincerity, is, that his owne glory may thereby be greatly advanced.
The second reason why God in the course of his providence, brings about special occasions for the declaration of sincerity, is, that his own glory may thereby be greatly advanced.
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Some skilfull Physitians will make their men swallow this or that strong poison, that they may shew their skill before multitudes in curing of them, to winne them a name:
some skilful Physicians will make their men swallow this or that strong poison, that they may show their skill before Multitudes in curing of them, to win them a name:
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and in the hearts of all beholders, for wisedome, power, and mercy in carrying them sweetly thorough all, without making shipwracke of faith and a good conscience.
and in the hearts of all beholders, for Wisdom, power, and mercy in carrying them sweetly through all, without making shipwreck of faith and a good conscience.
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and by these, such an art hath God to advance his owne honour, that he winnes a world of hearts to himselfe at once, that will be so many living Trumpets to sound forth the praise of his greatnesse and goodnesse, from generation to generation.
and by these, such an art hath God to advance his own honour, that he wins a world of hearts to himself At once, that will be so many living Trumpets to found forth the praise of his greatness and Goodness, from generation to generation.
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and amongst the many admirable waies, which God hath for this end, this is not one of the meanest, to put the wicked into a kind of hope, of having their will upon the godly, by giving the godly in part (for trials sake) into their hands,
and among the many admirable ways, which God hath for this end, this is not one of the Meanest, to put the wicked into a kind of hope, of having their will upon the godly, by giving the godly in part (for trials sake) into their hands,
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Lastly, God in the course of his providence, brings about speciall occasions, for the triall and discovery of sincerity, that so the joy of the upright may be augmented, in this life,
Lastly, God in the course of his providence, brings about special occasions, for the trial and discovery of sincerity, that so the joy of the upright may be augmented, in this life,
and amongst many others this is one, namely, to put them upon speciall trials, and difficult taskes and services, that shall put every nerve and sinew to it;
and among many Others this is one, namely, to put them upon special trials, and difficult tasks and services, that shall put every nerve and sinew to it;
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and palmes in their hands, great spirituall dignities, that so they may be knowne to all, to be such as came out of great tribulation, as John saith, Rev. 7.14.
and palms in their hands, great spiritual dignities, that so they may be known to all, to be such as Come out of great tribulation, as John Says, Rev. 7.14.
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This doctrine findeth fault with two sorts of persons, viz, Such as of wilfulnesse and such as of weaknesse, neglect and passe by speciall times and occasions, for the declaration of sincerity.
This Doctrine finds fault with two sorts of Persons, videlicet, Such as of wilfulness and such as of weakness, neglect and pass by special times and occasions, for the declaration of sincerity.
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Let favour be shewed to the wicked, yet [ will he not ] learne righteousnesse, in the Land of uprightnesse [ will be deale unjustly ] [ and will not ] behold the Majesty of the Lord.
Let favour be showed to the wicked, yet [ will he not ] Learn righteousness, in the Land of uprightness [ will be deal unjustly ] [ and will not ] behold the Majesty of the Lord.
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but though this speciall favour were shewed them, yet would they not, so much as set about, to learne righteousnesse, to acquaint their deluded conscience with what was right,
but though this special favour were showed them, yet would they not, so much as Set about, to Learn righteousness, to acquaint their deluded conscience with what was right,
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There is an iron sinew in the will of men naturally, and therefore let God give never so faire opportunities and occasions to them, to shew themselves for him and for his righteous waies,
There is an iron sinew in the will of men naturally, and Therefore let God give never so fair opportunities and occasions to them, to show themselves for him and for his righteous ways,
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This iron sinew was in the necke of Saul, and therefore God called his sinne, in not slaying all the Amalekits, when he gave him a speciall opportunity thereunto, stubbornnesse and Rebellion. God saw more into Sauls sinne then he,
This iron sinew was in the neck of Saul, and Therefore God called his sin, in not slaying all the Amalekites, when he gave him a special opportunity thereunto, stubbornness and Rebellion. God saw more into Saul's sin then he,
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God gave to Saul there, a speciall opportunity wherein to declare his sincerity, and he as a selfewilled wretch, made it a speciall time wherein to declare his hypocrisie, to his utter disgrace and ruine both of soule and body.
God gave to Saul there, a special opportunity wherein to declare his sincerity, and he as a selfewilled wretch, made it a special time wherein to declare his hypocrisy, to his utter disgrace and ruin both of soul and body.
God gave to Herod a speciall time wherein to declare sincerity, by causing that promised branch, to spring out of the roote of Iesse in his time, which roote was thought to have been quite dead.
God gave to Herod a special time wherein to declare sincerity, by causing that promised branch, to spring out of the root of Iesse in his time, which root was Thought to have been quite dead.
and he out of pride and malice, as one that could not endure, that there should be any other King of the Jewes besides himselfe, sought with all his policy and might to kill him,
and he out of pride and malice, as one that could not endure, that there should be any other King of the Jews beside himself, sought with all his policy and might to kill him,
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God gave likewise to the learned Scribes and Pharises, speciall occasions for the declaration of sincerity, by causing him that was the wisdome of God to converse amongst them,
God gave likewise to the learned Scribes and Pharisees, special occasions for the declaration of sincerity, by causing him that was the Wisdom of God to converse among them,
and seene with their eyes, might magnifie him, and labour as Gods faithfull Ministers in their place, to bring all men to believe on him, and follow him;
and seen with their eyes, might magnify him, and labour as God's faithful Ministers in their place, to bring all men to believe on him, and follow him;
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Such wretches as these, who wilfully shunne speciall times and occasions for the declaration of sincerity, must be told this, That their sinne is very great,
Such wretches as these, who wilfully shun special times and occasions for the declaration of sincerity, must be told this, That their sin is very great,
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he wilfully taking his owne course, and pleasing his owne humour, you know how God calls this sinne, viz, stubburnnesse; Rebellion; rebellion parallel to Witch-craft, Rejecting the word of the Lord.
he wilfully taking his own course, and pleasing his own humour, you know how God calls this sin, videlicet, stubbornness; Rebellion; rebellion parallel to Witchcraft, Rejecting the word of the Lord.
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and prosper? He will account your practise Rebellion: and did ever any man play the rebell against God, that was not hangd and quartered? He will account your practise a rejecting of his Word:
and prosper? He will account your practice Rebellion: and did ever any man play the rebel against God, that was not hanged and quartered? He will account your practice a rejecting of his Word:
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God offers you now golden opportunities, to declare your sincerity to him, by killing all Amalekits, every sinne in your soules, which are more abominable to him,
God offers you now golden opportunities, to declare your sincerity to him, by killing all Amalekites, every sin in your Souls, which Are more abominable to him,
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as he caused his victorious arme to goe along with Saul; and if now you wilfully spare some one Agag, some fat of the Kine, some sinnes, that bring you in pleasure and profit, looke for Sauls sauce to such sweet meats.
as he caused his victorious arm to go along with Saul; and if now you wilfully spare Some one Agag, Some fat of the Kine, Some Sins, that bring you in pleasure and profit, look for Saul's sauce to such sweet Meats.
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God will take his spirit utterly from you, and give you up to your owne hearts lusts, to commit wickednesse with greedinesse, to the aggravation of your condemnation.
God will take his Spirit utterly from you, and give you up to your own hearts Lustiest, to commit wickedness with greediness, to the aggravation of your condemnation.
and therefore when they are by the providence of God, brought upon the stage, to set their seale to Gods truth, they as fooles, say and doe they know not what.
and Therefore when they Are by the providence of God, brought upon the stage, to Set their seal to God's truth, they as Fools, say and do they know not what.
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Others there are, who though not ignorant of what is indeed right and good, but yet ignorant of the danger which may ensue upon the neglect of any opportunity for the declaration of sincerity, passe by one speciall occasion,
Others there Are, who though not ignorant of what is indeed right and good, but yet ignorant of the danger which may ensue upon the neglect of any opportunity for the declaration of sincerity, pass by one special occasion,
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and promise to themselves another, and god greadventure presently proceeds against them in a strict way of judicature, to the deserting of their soules,
and promise to themselves Another, and god greadventure presently proceeds against them in a strict Way of judicature, to the deserting of their Souls,
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You that are ignorant of judgement; of what is right to be done or suffered, you will by the example of others be drawne to stand against right, instead of standing for it,
You that Are ignorant of judgement; of what is right to be done or suffered, you will by the Exampl of Others be drawn to stand against right, instead of standing for it,
as did the ignorant multitude against Christ, concerning whom the Apostle speakes thus, That had they known it, they had not crucified the Lord of glory, 1 Cor. 2.8.
as did the ignorant multitude against christ, Concerning whom the Apostle speaks thus, That had they known it, they had not Crucified the Lord of glory, 1 Cor. 2.8.
The ignorant Jewes not knowing judgement, were by the example of the learned Scribes and Pharises, drawne to stand against Christ, instead of standing for him,
The ignorant Jews not knowing judgement, were by the Exampl of the learned Scribes and Pharisees, drawn to stand against christ, instead of standing for him,
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for the declaration of sincerity, and of the dangers which ensue thereupon, must be told this, That you will open great gaps unto evill, ere you are aware.
for the declaration of sincerity, and of the dangers which ensue thereupon, must be told this, That you will open great gaps unto evil, ere you Are aware.
Secondly, let me tell you this, That you blindfoldly passe by the choysest times of your life, to advance your owne happinesse both here and hereafter.
Secondly, let me tell you this, That you blindfoldly pass by the Choicest times of your life, to advance your own happiness both Here and hereafter.
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Phinehas for taking that speciall time which God gave him, to declare his sincere love to him, wonne a great deale of honour to himselfe and posterity.
Phinehas for taking that special time which God gave him, to declare his sincere love to him, won a great deal of honour to himself and posterity.
So likewise Abraham in taking that speciall time which God gave him, to trie the sincerity of his love in putting on to sacrifice his onely sonne, won incomparable dignity.
So likewise Abraham in taking that special time which God gave him, to try the sincerity of his love in putting on to sacrifice his only son, wone incomparable dignity.
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and yet he out of feare, passed by this golden opportunity, & denyed Christ with all vehemency, which he should with all boldnesse and fervour then have confessed.
and yet he out of Fear, passed by this golden opportunity, & denied christ with all vehemency, which he should with all boldness and fervour then have confessed.
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and of the sonne of man that shall be made as grasse, Isa. 51.12. But whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny, before my father which is in Heaven, Math. 10.33.
and of the son of man that shall be made as grass, Isaiah 51.12. But whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny, before my father which is in Heaven, Math. 10.33.
but he being overborne with the smooth language of the Prophet, returned backe with him, and did eate bread and drinke water, contrary to the expresse command of God.
but he being overborne with the smooth language of the Prophet, returned back with him, and did eat bred and drink water, contrary to the express command of God.
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How the man of God was handled for this, such shall doe well to thinke of, that are apt to have an eare open to carnall counsell and perswasion, to be turned thereby from taking hold of speciall times for the declaration of sincerity. Three examples more there be, which are most worthy of these mens consideration, which would have this weakenesse cured in them.
How the man of God was handled for this, such shall do well to think of, that Are apt to have an ear open to carnal counsel and persuasion, to be turned thereby from taking hold of special times for the declaration of sincerity. Three Examples more there be, which Are most worthy of these men's consideration, which would have this weakness cured in them.
The third is the example of Christ himselfe, in his carriage to Peter, who when he sought to perswade him to spare himselfe, said, Get thee behind me Satan.
The third is the Exampl of christ himself, in his carriage to Peter, who when he sought to persuade him to spare himself, said, Get thee behind me Satan.
Seeing there be speciall times and occasions for the delcaration of sincerity, and that many have broken thorough all impediments, to take hold of them, let us also strive thus to doe. Two things I would exhort you to; to observe such times;
Seeing there be special times and occasions for the delcaration of sincerity, and that many have broken through all impediments, to take hold of them, let us also strive thus to do. Two things I would exhort you to; to observe such times;
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Secondly, by strong internall motions and movings to this or that duty, together with the hand of God externally in a speciall manner, by mercies and corrections seconding.
Secondly, by strong internal motions and movings to this or that duty, together with the hand of God externally in a special manner, by Mercies and corrections seconding.
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'Tis said (you know) that the spirit of the Lord moved Sampson at times in the campe of Dan. That is, God after a speciall manner stirred him up now and then, to that great worke of fighting with the Philistins, to which he had assigned him.
It's said (you know) that the Spirit of the Lord moved Sampson At times in the camp of Dan. That is, God After a special manner stirred him up now and then, to that great work of fighting with the philistines, to which he had assigned him.
So likewise now, the Spirit of God doth at times, move mens hearts, after a powerfull and speciall manner, to this duty or that, to the mortification of this lust or that;
So likewise now, the Spirit of God does At times, move men's hearts, After a powerful and special manner, to this duty or that, to the mortification of this lust or that;
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Balaam (doubtlesse) had speciall motions and internall stirrings not to goe about to curse Israel, and the Angell of the Lord without seconding to hinder him;
balaam (doubtless) had special motions and internal stirrings not to go about to curse Israel, and the Angel of the Lord without seconding to hinder him;
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I answer, the taking hold of these golden opportunities aright, consists in these three things, viz, That a man when such times are brought about to him, by the providence of God, set himself, first, speedily;
I answer, the taking hold of these golden opportunities aright, consists in these three things, videlicet, That a man when such times Are brought about to him, by the providence of God, Set himself, First, speedily;
Hence 'tis that Christ speakes so dolefully to Ierusalem, which had slipt her opportunity, O Ierusalem, Ierusalem, if thou hadst knowne in this thy day, the things that belong to thy peace!
Hence it's that christ speaks so dolefully to Ierusalem, which had slipped her opportunity, Oh Ierusalem, Ierusalem, if thou Hadst known in this thy day, the things that belong to thy peace!
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When a speciall occasion of this kinde was offered to Paul, by Peters Judaizing, you know with what courage and spirit Paul declared himselfe answerable to the occasion.
When a special occasion of this kind was offered to Paul, by Peter's Judaizing, you know with what courage and Spirit Paul declared himself answerable to the occasion.
and patient spirited man, yet when a speciall occasion for the declaration of his sincerity was offered, by Aaron and the peoples making a Calte, with what a Lyon-like courage did he shew himselfe? And old Ely because he did not set himselfe thus to declare his sincerity,
and patient spirited man, yet when a special occasion for the declaration of his sincerity was offered, by Aaron and the peoples making a Calte, with what a Lion-like courage did he show himself? And old Ely Because he did not Set himself thus to declare his sincerity,
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when his sons of provoked God, to wit, answerable to that speciall occasion offered, you know what construction God made of his mild cold carriage, in that urgent waighty matter, betweene God and his sonnes.
when his Sons of provoked God, to wit, answerable to that special occasion offered, you know what construction God made of his mild cold carriage, in that urgent weighty matter, between God and his Sons.
before the decree come forth, before the fierce anger of the Lord come upon you. Seeke ye the Lord all ye meeke of the earth, seeke righteousnesse, seeke meekenesse:
before the Decree come forth, before the fierce anger of the Lord come upon you. Seek you the Lord all you meek of the earth, seek righteousness, seek meekness:
God hath loaded us with mercies and corrections of all sorts, and all for this end, that we should declare our sincere love to him, answerable to all opportunities offered hereunto.
God hath loaded us with Mercies and corrections of all sorts, and all for this end, that we should declare our sincere love to him, answerable to all opportunities offered hereunto.
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when we have highly provoked him thereunto, and all for this end, that we should declare our sincere love to him, answerable to all opportunities offered thereunto.
when we have highly provoked him thereunto, and all for this end, that we should declare our sincere love to him, answerable to all opportunities offered thereunto.
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and with the sword hath he threatned us againe and againe, and all this to bring us on to declare a sincere love to him, according to all occasions offered;
and with the sword hath he threatened us again and again, and all this to bring us on to declare a sincere love to him, according to all occasions offered;
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Therefore thus will I doe unto thee, saith the Lord to Israel, and because I will doe thus, prepare to meet the Lord thy God, O Israel, Amos 4. So say I to you,
Therefore thus will I do unto thee, Says the Lord to Israel, and Because I will do thus, prepare to meet the Lord thy God, Oh Israel, Amos 4. So say I to you,
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forasmuch as all the milde meanes which God hath hitherto used are not effectuall for this end, to bring us to declare our sincere love to him, according to all opportunities offered,
forasmuch as all the mild means which God hath hitherto used Are not effectual for this end, to bring us to declare our sincere love to him, according to all opportunities offered,
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Let every one of us repent of our halting and time-serving past, and for the time to come let us set our selves to declare a sincere love to God, according to all occasions offered.
Let every one of us Repent of our halting and time-serving past, and for the time to come let us Set our selves to declare a sincere love to God, according to all occasions offered.
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Speciall occasions for the declaration of sincerity, now so frequently and so openly shew themselves, that every mans conscience tells him, that he should shew himselfe a great deale more then he doth,
Special occasions for the declaration of sincerity, now so frequently and so openly show themselves, that every men conscience tells him, that he should show himself a great deal more then he does,
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Who will rise up for me against the evill doers? or who will stand up for me against the workers of iniquity? Psal. 94.16. They know not, neither will they understand, they walke on in darknesse:
Who will rise up for me against the evil doers? or who will stand up for me against the workers of iniquity? Psalm 94.16. They know not, neither will they understand, they walk on in darkness:
Finally, soule and body will else severely smart for it, if we doe not now step in, to take hold of all opportunities for the declaration of sincerity.
Finally, soul and body will Else severely smart for it, if we do not now step in, to take hold of all opportunities for the declaration of sincerity.
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because they came not to the helpe of the Lord against the mighty, Judg. 5.23. This curse may all such expect who now come not forth, to declare their sincere love to Christ and his truth, upon all just occasions calling thereunto.
Because they Come not to the help of the Lord against the mighty, Judges 5.23. This curse may all such expect who now come not forth, to declare their sincere love to christ and his truth, upon all just occasions calling thereunto.
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The soules of such Christians as now neglect and put by these golden opportunities, of declaring their sincere love to Christ, will be given up to lukewarmnesse, coldnesse, deadnesse, hardnesse,
The Souls of such Christians as now neglect and put by these golden opportunities, of declaring their sincere love to christ, will be given up to lukewarmness, coldness, deadness, hardness,
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And such bodies as have in them such cursed soules as these, you may assure yourselves, they shall meet with misery enough first or 〈 ◊ 〉 Paul intimates something to this purpose, where he saith, At my first answer no man stood with me, but all men forsook me:
And such bodies as have in them such cursed Souls as these, you may assure yourselves, they shall meet with misery enough First or 〈 ◊ 〉 Paul intimates something to this purpose, where he Says, At my First answer no man stood with me, but all men forsook me:
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I pray God that it may not be laid to their charge, 2 Tim. 4.16. Such as take not hold of speciall times and occasions for the declaration of their sincere love to Christ and his truth, may feare that sad things will be first or last, laid to their charge;
I pray God that it may not be laid to their charge, 2 Tim. 4.16. Such as take not hold of special times and occasions for the declaration of their sincere love to christ and his truth, may Fear that sad things will be First or last, laid to their charge;
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Let us therefore all, as we love our bodies and soules, and as we professe love to Christ, which should be dearer to us then our bodies or soules, take hold of all opportunities for the declaration of sincerity.
Let us Therefore all, as we love our bodies and Souls, and as we profess love to christ, which should be Dearer to us then our bodies or Souls, take hold of all opportunities for the declaration of sincerity.
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As God brings about speciall times and occasions for this end, so let every one of us after a speciall manner, take hold of them, that we may after a speciall manner be honoured of God, both here and hereafter. Dixi. Trinuni Deo gloria.
As God brings about special times and occasions for this end, so let every one of us After a special manner, take hold of them, that we may After a special manner be honoured of God, both Here and hereafter. i have said Trinuni God gloria.
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