Certaine sermons, preached by the reuerend and iudicious diuine master Thomas Nevvhovse late preacher of Gods word in the citie of Norwich. And now set foorth for the vse and benefit of Gods people, by Robert Gallard, Master of Arts and minister in the same citie
IN the three first verses of this Chapter the Apostle continueth in the argument of the last iudgement, which hee had propounded in the latter end of the former:
IN the three First Verses of this Chapter the Apostle Continueth in the argument of the last judgement, which he had propounded in the latter end of the former:
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wherein he signifieth vnto the Thessalonians, that the time of the second comming of Christ should bee sudden and vnknowne vnto all, especially vnto the wicked, whom it shall ouertake vnawares and vnprouided.
wherein he signifies unto the Thessalonians, that the time of the second coming of christ should be sudden and unknown unto all, especially unto the wicked, whom it shall overtake unawares and unprovided.
In the 4. and 5. verses hee comforteth them against the terror of this sudden comming of the Lord, intimating vnto them that there was no cause why they should greatly stand in feare of it, considering they were not in darknesse and ignorance,
In the 4. and 5. Verses he comforts them against the terror of this sudden coming of the Lord, intimating unto them that there was no cause why they should greatly stand in Fear of it, considering they were not in darkness and ignorance,
but of the light and of the day: whereupon in the 6.7. and 8. verses hee disswadeth them from securitie, and perswadeth them vnto vigilancie and sobrietie;
but of the Light and of the day: whereupon in the 6.7. and 8. Verses he dissuadeth them from security, and Persuadeth them unto vigilancy and sobriety;
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And lest the enemie by his subtiltie should at any time circumuent them, hee willeth them alwaies to bee in a readines, furnished, prepared and apparelled with the spirituall armour of Christian souldiers, viz, faith, loue, and hope.
And lest the enemy by his subtlety should At any time circumvent them, he wills them always to be in a readiness, furnished, prepared and appareled with the spiritual armour of Christian Soldiers, videlicet, faith, love, and hope.
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This exhortation (that it might take the better place) he enforceth it by a reason taken from the end, whereunto the Thessalonians in the decree and counsell of God were appointed, to wit, eternall happinesse, the which is propounded in a discreet axiome on this manner:
This exhortation (that it might take the better place) he enforceth it by a reason taken from the end, whereunto the Thessalonians in the Decree and counsel of God were appointed, to wit, Eternal happiness, the which is propounded in a discreet axiom on this manner:
For whereas the Apostle saith that God hath not appointed, the meaning is, God in his eternall and vnchangeable counsell and decree hath not appointed to manifest and declare his wrath (for so by a metonimie of the subiect (I take it) wee are to expound the words) in our iust and deserued condemnation,
For whereas the Apostle Says that God hath not appointed, the meaning is, God in his Eternal and unchangeable counsel and Decree hath not appointed to manifest and declare his wrath (for so by a metonymy of the Subject (I take it) we Are to expound the words) in our just and deserved condemnation,
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Only one doubt may be here made, how the Apostle came to the knowledge of this decree, especially touching the Thessalonians: but the answer is readie;
Only one doubt may be Here made, how the Apostle Come to the knowledge of this Decree, especially touching the Thessalonians: but the answer is ready;
Now then that we see in some part the order and meaning of the words, let vs in the next place come to the vse of doctrine and edification which they doe naturally affoord.
Now then that we see in Some part the order and meaning of the words, let us in the next place come to the use of Doctrine and edification which they do naturally afford.
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The first doctrine is generall out of the whole text, to wit, that there is a difference and disiunction of men in the decree and counsell of God, some 〈 ◊ 〉, some reprobate, some appointed to saluation, some vnto wrath:
The First Doctrine is general out of the Whole text, to wit, that there is a difference and disjunction of men in the Decree and counsel of God, Some 〈 ◊ 〉, Some Reprobate, Some appointed to salvation, Some unto wrath:
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where the Apostle sorts all men into two orders or rankes, some whereof are appointed vnto wrath, out of which number hee exempts himselfe and the elect Thessalonians;
where the Apostle sorts all men into two order or ranks, Some whereof Are appointed unto wrath, out of which number he exempts himself and thee elect Thessalonians;
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And lest any man should doubt of the signification of the word NONLATINALPHABET, and of the sense of it in this place, let him reade Iohn 15.16. and Acts 13.47. where the same word is vsed in the same signification.
And lest any man should doubt of the signification of the word, and of the sense of it in this place, let him read John 15.16. and Acts 13.47. where the same word is used in the same signification.
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But for the fuller and more sufficient confirmation of this point, compare the 2. Tim. 2.19. with Matth. 7.23. where it is affirmed of some, The Lord knowes who are his:
But for the fuller and more sufficient confirmation of this point, compare the 2. Tim. 2.19. with Matthew 7.23. where it is affirmed of Some, The Lord knows who Are his:
which is the seale of their Election, and of others our Sauiour Christ shall pronounce at the day of iudgement, I neuer knew you, that is, acknowledged you for mine. Rom. 9.22. there are vessels of mercie prepared vnto glorie, and vessels of wrath fitted to destruction. 2. Tim. 2.20. there bee vessels of honour, and vessels of dishonour.
which is the seal of their Election, and of Others our Saviour christ shall pronounce At the day of judgement, I never knew you, that is, acknowledged you for mine. Rom. 9.22. there Are vessels of mercy prepared unto glory, and vessels of wrath fitted to destruction. 2. Tim. 2.20. there be vessels of honour, and vessels of dishonour.
Examples also heereof are propounded in Iacob and Esan, Rom. 9.13. Iacob haue I loued, that is, purposed to loue with an eternall loue, but Esau haue I hated, that is, purposed to hate with an eternall hatred.
Examples also hereof Are propounded in Iacob and Esan, Rom. 9.13. Iacob have I loved, that is, purposed to love with an Eternal love, but Esau have I hated, that is, purposed to hate with an Eternal hatred.
but their posteritie, viz. two natiōs which descended from them of the Israelites and Idumeans, for so the diuine oracle answereth Rebecca. Genesis 25.33. Two nations are in thy wombe, and the elder shall serue the younger:
but their posterity, viz. two Nations which descended from them of the Israelites and Idumeans, for so the divine oracle Answers Rebecca. Genesis 25.33. Two Nations Are in thy womb, and the elder shall serve the younger:
which thing was neuer accomplished in the daies of Iacob and Esau, but rather of the twaine Iacob was in feare and subiection to Esau, then contrariwise.
which thing was never accomplished in the days of Iacob and Esau, but rather of the twaine Iacob was in Fear and subjection to Esau, then contrariwise.
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and did striue together in the wombe of Rebecca, vnlesse we consider them as they were comprehended vnder their heads, to wit, the persons of Iacob and Esau. And whereas it is replied that Esau in person was neuer seruant vnto Iacob, the answere is easie, that Iacobs preeminence and priuiledges were not so much in temporall as in spirituall things,
and did strive together in the womb of Rebecca, unless we Consider them as they were comprehended under their Heads, to wit, the Persons of Iacob and Esau And whereas it is replied that Esau in person was never servant unto Iacob, the answer is easy, that Iacobs preeminence and privileges were not so much in temporal as in spiritual things,
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for the receiuing of the nation of the Israelites into the couenant, and the excluding of the Edomites, both descending of Iacob and Esau, seeme as well to proue Gods eternall Election and Reprobation,
for the receiving of the Nation of the Israelites into the Covenant, and the excluding of the Edomites, both descending of Iacob and Esau, seem as well to prove God's Eternal Election and Reprobation,
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but temporall blessings, wherein Iacob was preferred before Esau, especially that to him and his posteritie was vouchsafed the right and possession of the land of Canaan, which was denied to his elder brother.
but temporal blessings, wherein Iacob was preferred before Esau, especially that to him and his posterity was vouchsafed the right and possession of the land of Canaan, which was denied to his elder brother.
Answ. If this were the meaning of the text, then the Apostle should bee accused of vnskilfulnes, in alleaging these examples to proue the reiection of the Iewes from the Couenant,
Answer If this were the meaning of the text, then the Apostle should be accused of unskilfulness, in alleging these Examples to prove the rejection of the Iewes from the Covenant,
Againe, the land of Canaan was not onely an earthly inheritance (we are not so carnally to conceiue of it) but a pledge and figure to our forefathers of a farre better inheritance in heauen:
Again, the land of Canaan was not only an earthly inheritance (we Are not so carnally to conceive of it) but a pledge and figure to our Forefathers of a Far better inheritance in heaven:
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and therefore the excluding of Esau from the land of Canaan, was a signe that hee was excluded from the couenant of grace and the right of eternall life.
and Therefore the excluding of Esau from the land of Canaan, was a Signen that he was excluded from the Covenant of grace and the right of Eternal life.
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but whatsoeuer their state is before God, the Apostle hath fitly in their two persons both descending from Abraham, and both circumcised, set forth examples of such as for all their outward prerogatiues are indeed barred from the couenant of life euerlasting before God.
but whatsoever their state is before God, the Apostle hath fitly in their two Persons both descending from Abraham, and both circumcised, Set forth Examples of such as for all their outward prerogatives Are indeed barred from the Covenant of life everlasting before God.
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Againe, the opposition made by Paul requires that the contrarie to that which is spoken of Is••• and Iacob, should bee affirmed of Ismael and Esau. Neither is there a word in Scriptures which argues in them any disposition of men ordained to eternall life:
Again, the opposition made by Paul requires that the contrary to that which is spoken of Is••• and Iacob, should be affirmed of Ishmael and Esau Neither is there a word in Scriptures which argues in them any disposition of men ordained to Eternal life:
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And lest any man should think, that this doctrine is destitute of the testimony of the Church and of men, I referre them to Augustine in his booke de ciuit. Dei, lib.
And lest any man should think, that this Doctrine is destitute of the testimony of the Church and of men, I refer them to Augustine in his book de Civil. Dei, lib.
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Touching confutation it serueth first of all to ouerthrow the error of some Diuines, that terme themselues Lutherans, and Imitators of Castellio, who hold and teach,
Touching confutation it serveth First of all to overthrow the error of Some Divines, that term themselves Lutherans, and Imitators of Castellio, who hold and teach,
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But that the truth in this point may bee more euident, and error more manifestly detected, against this indistinct and generall decree many reasons may bee alleaged.
But that the truth in this point may be more evident, and error more manifestly detected, against this indistinct and general Decree many Reasons may be alleged.
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the ground of this reason is infallible, to wit, whosoeuer are ordained to the end are ordained to the meanes, which properly and directly serue to the accomplishing of the same end:
the ground of this reason is infallible, to wit, whosoever Are ordained to the end Are ordained to the means, which properly and directly serve to the accomplishing of the same end:
so much the word predestination in Latin signifieth, viz. the appointing of such an end, which is not but by set and appointed meanes thereunto subordinate,
so much the word predestination in Latin signifies, viz. the appointing of such an end, which is not but by Set and appointed means thereunto subordinate,
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Answ. This distinctiō in the matter of grace is frinolous and absurd, whatsoeuer Bellarmine or any other can say to the contrary. The reason hereof is plaine:
Answer This distinction in the matter of grace is frinolous and absurd, whatsoever Bellarmine or any other can say to the contrary. The reason hereof is plain:
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if all be there it must needs be effectuall, vnlesse we will say, that he that continueth to the end in faith and obedience shall not bee saued, contrary to the expresse text of scripture.
if all be there it must needs be effectual, unless we will say, that he that Continueth to the end in faith and Obedience shall not be saved, contrary to the express text of scripture.
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Againe, these are so coupled and combined together, that whosoeuer hath the first grace truly and indeed, hee must needes haue the second, to wit, perseuerance, otherwise hee hath not true sauing grace,
Again, these Are so coupled and combined together, that whosoever hath the First grace truly and indeed, he must needs have the second, to wit, perseverance, otherwise he hath not true Saving grace,
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but a shadow of it, the perseuerance being a part of the truth of grace, 1. Ioh. 2.19. so as men liuing in the Church, are then knowne to be counterfeits and hypocrites when they doe not perseuere.
but a shadow of it, the perseverance being a part of the truth of grace, 1. John 2.19. so as men living in the Church, Are then known to be counterfeits and Hypocrites when they do not persevere.
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but hee had not to will that he could, but whosoeuer are in Christ, as all are that haue receiued sauing grace, they haue in some measure both posse & velle, so as it is impossible they should either totally fall, or finally perish.
but he had not to will that he could, but whosoever Are in christ, as all Are that have received Saving grace, they have in Some measure both posse & velle, so as it is impossible they should either totally fallen, or finally perish.
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but being now committed to the custodie of Christ it is safe & sure, he hauing ouercome Satan and al the powers of hell, by subtiltie and violence whereof it might haue bin endangered.
but being now committed to the custody of christ it is safe & sure, he having overcome Satan and all the Powers of hell, by subtlety and violence whereof it might have been endangered.
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if a man shall put to so much force as is sufficient, that is, so much as may preuaile against the greatnes of the mole, motion must necessarily follow:
if a man shall put to so much force as is sufficient, that is, so much as may prevail against the greatness of the mole, motion must necessarily follow:
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as the Apostle termeth him, Rom. 15.8. whose office was to will and procure by all meanes the saluation of men, that herein also hee might be an example to the Ministers of the new Testament, who were to succeed him, whose dutie and care is also to will and to further the saluation of all.
as the Apostle termeth him, Rom. 15.8. whose office was to will and procure by all means the salvation of men, that herein also he might be an Exampl to the Ministers of the new Testament, who were to succeed him, whose duty and care is also to will and to further the salvation of all.
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But Bellarmine finding no sure hold in this place, very cunningly passeth it ouer, lest by occasion of it a man being led to the 9. chapter should see Augustins meaning more fully,
But Bellarmine finding no sure hold in this place, very cunningly passes it over, lest by occasion of it a man being led to the 9. chapter should see Augustins meaning more Fully,
and so be able to answere them both, and therefore in his 3. Tome, 3. booke, de Iustif. cap. 14. he alleageth the latter, wherein there seemeth to be more colour & probabilitie, then in the former.
and so be able to answer them both, and Therefore in his 3. Tome, 3. book, de Justif cap. 14. he allegeth the latter, wherein there seems to be more colour & probability, then in the former.
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Credendum, &c. We are to beleeue that certaine sonnes of perdition, which begin to liue in the faith which worketh by loue, shall notwithstanding before they goe out of this life wholly fall away and perish.
Credendum, etc. We Are to believe that certain Sons of perdition, which begin to live in the faith which works by love, shall notwithstanding before they go out of this life wholly fallen away and perish.
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and such as are contemners of the word, and disordered in their liues, and yet for all that are not sound at the heart, the word of God hauing no thorow rooting in them,
and such as Are contemners of the word, and disordered in their lives, and yet for all that Are not found At the heart, the word of God having no thorough rooting in them,
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but (like vnto the stony ground wherein the seede, for want of sufficient rooting, at the heate of the Sun is parched and withered away) in the time of temptation they wholly fall away.
but (like unto the stony ground wherein the seed, for want of sufficient rooting, At the heat of the Sun is parched and withered away) in the time of temptation they wholly fallen away.
And that Augustine neuer meant that true sauing faith could euer faile, and therefore could neuer befall the reprobate, it is manifest out of his 106. Tract vpon Iohn: where, vpon the 17. chapt.
And that Augustine never meant that true Saving faith could ever fail, and Therefore could never befall the Reprobate, it is manifest out of his 106. Tract upon John: where, upon the 17. Chapter.
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Whatsoeuer (saith Augustine ) Cyprian hath said agreeable to Scriptures, I receiue it with his cōmendation, Quicquid non congruit, cum eius pace, respuo.
Whatsoever (Says Augustine) Cyprian hath said agreeable to Scriptures, I receive it with his commendation, Quicquid non congruit, cum eius pace, respuo.
and with greater reuerence and admiration to be receiued of vs, then tenne thousand sentences of humane writings, out of which the euidence of this point may most certainly be concluded. Acts 13.48. So many as were ordained to eternall life beleeued.
and with greater Reverence and admiration to be received of us, then tenne thousand sentences of humane writings, out of which the evidence of this point may most Certainly be concluded. Acts 13.48. So many as were ordained to Eternal life believed.
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And lest any man might doubt of the equality & reciprocation of the members, that is, faith and election, let him reade Tit. 1.1. where the Apostle speaketh of a faith proper to the elect, which the article plainly declareth, put there for distinction sake;
And lest any man might doubt of the equality & reciprocation of the members, that is, faith and election, let him read Tit. 1.1. where the Apostle speaks of a faith proper to the elect, which the article plainly Declareth, put there for distinction sake;
neither euer shall be, as it appeareth, Ioh. 5.24. but hath alreadie passed from death vnto life: and Rom. 8.1. There is no condemnation to them that by faith are ingrafted into Christ:
neither ever shall be, as it appears, John 5.24. but hath already passed from death unto life: and Rom. 8.1. There is no condemnation to them that by faith Are ingrafted into christ:
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& lest any should doubt of their perseuerance, hee addeth by way of description, that they are such as walke not according to the flesh, but according to the spirit.
& lest any should doubt of their perseverance, he adds by Way of description, that they Are such as walk not according to the Flesh, but according to the Spirit.
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Further, that true faith is an infallible note of election, it is manifest, 2. Tim. 2.21. whosoeuer purgeth himselfe from these hee shall be a vessell vnto honour. Whence I reason thus:
Further, that true faith is an infallible note of election, it is manifest, 2. Tim. 2.21. whosoever Purgeth himself from these he shall be a vessel unto honour. Whence I reason thus:
now sanctification is a fruit of faith, for that alone purifieth the hart, Acts 15. Ergo. And indeede Ioh. 14.16.17. our Sauiour Christ denieth that the world, that is, reprobates, can receiue the spirit of regeneration, which is the comforter and leader into all truth: and Paul, 2. Cor. 13.5. excepteth the reprobates from the number of such as haue Iesus Christ dwelling in their hearts by faith.
now sanctification is a fruit of faith, for that alone Purifieth the heart, Acts 15. Ergo. And indeed John 14.16.17. our Saviour christ Denieth that the world, that is, Reprobates, can receive the Spirit of regeneration, which is the comforter and leader into all truth: and Paul, 2. Cor. 13.5. excepteth the Reprobates from the number of such as have Iesus christ Dwelling in their hearts by faith.
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for faith is that, that makes both person and action acceptable to God: but how can this stand with that of our Sauiour Christ? Matth. 7.23. who shall pronounce at the day of iudgement of them that were otherwise adorned with most rare and singular gifts and graces of God;
for faith is that, that makes both person and actium acceptable to God: but how can this stand with that of our Saviour christ? Matthew 7.23. who shall pronounce At the day of judgement of them that were otherwise adorned with most rare and singular Gifts and graces of God;
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how then can we imagine that the finall estate of a man in saluation and damnation should come to passe without the decree of God? Ioh. 17.2.11. our Sauiour Christ giueth eternall life to them alone that were giuen him of the Father, that is, those that were elected:
how then can we imagine that the final estate of a man in salvation and damnation should come to pass without the Decree of God? John 17.2.11. our Saviour christ gives Eternal life to them alone that were given him of the Father, that is, those that were elected:
though Gods decree bee vniuersall, yet conceiued with a condition, which when men doe not obserue, no maruell though they miscarrie and come not to eternall life.
though God's Decree be universal, yet conceived with a condition, which when men do not observe, no marvel though they miscarry and come not to Eternal life.
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First, the Scripture hath not spoken a word of it, but whensoeuer it mentioneth the decree, it simply and categorically propoundeth it, as Rom. 9 and Ephe. 1.4. He hath chosen vs before the foundation of the world.
First, the Scripture hath not spoken a word of it, but whensoever it mentioneth the Decree, it simply and categorically propoundeth it, as Rom. 9 and Ephes 1.4. He hath chosen us before the Foundation of the world.
First, predestination being as it is commonly vsed in Scriptures, and in the writings of Diuines referred to the Elect, is that wherein God determineth what he will doe touching vs or in vs,
First, predestination being as it is commonly used in Scriptures, and in the writings of Divines referred to the Elect, is that wherein God determineth what he will do touching us or in us,
Secondly, in predestination hee defineth both the materiall and formall number (as the Schoolemen speake) that is, who and how many they are that shall be saued, which number can neither be augmented, diminished, or altered:
Secondly, in predestination he defineth both the material and formal number (as the Schoolmen speak) that is, who and how many they Are that shall be saved, which number can neither be augmented, diminished, or altered:
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whereupon our Sauiour Christ, Iohn 13.18. I know (saith hee) whom I haue chosen. In the Gospell he describeth them by their qualities wherewith they are to be endued, to wit, faith and repentance.
whereupon our Saviour christ, John 13.18. I know (Says he) whom I have chosen. In the Gospel he Describeth them by their qualities wherewith they Are to be endued, to wit, faith and Repentance.
though the decree bee most simple and absolute, and therefore hath the Gospell a condition annexed both in respect of the godly, that they might bee assured of their election, obseruing the condition,
though the Decree be most simple and absolute, and Therefore hath the Gospel a condition annexed both in respect of the godly, that they might be assured of their election, observing the condition,
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as also of the wicked, that they neglecting it might be the more inexcusable, specially they being not ignorant that the Lord required it at their hands.
as also of the wicked, that they neglecting it might be the more inexcusable, specially they being not ignorant that the Lord required it At their hands.
vnto which a man is as well predestinate, as vnto the end: for example, wee are predestinate, not if we doe beleeue, but that we may beleeue, and consequently bee saued:
unto which a man is as well predestinate, as unto the end: for Exampl, we Are predestinate, not if we do believe, but that we may believe, and consequently be saved:
as first that it subuerteth the order of nature, suspending most impiously and indignely the will of the Creator, which is the first and supreme cause of al vpon the will of the creature, against a common rule receiued in Schooles, Actus primae causae ordinat actum secundae:
as First that it subverteth the order of nature, suspending most impiously and indignly the will of the Creator, which is the First and supreme cause of all upon the will of the creature, against a Common Rule received in Schools, Actus primae causae ordinat Acts secundae:
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for to decree a thing conditionally, is to decree vncertainly, considering that the conditionall proposition doth affirme or determine nothing certainly,
for to Decree a thing conditionally, is to Decree uncertainly, considering that the conditional proposition does affirm or determine nothing Certainly,
and some doe not, some perseuere in faith, some do not? If it shall be answered, that it proceedeth from another speciall grace of God, (which were the safest) then I aske,
and Some do not, Some persevere in faith, Some do not? If it shall be answered, that it Proceedeth from Another special grace of God, (which were the Safest) then I ask,
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and to reuerence that mysterie which our reason cannot comprehend, following the modestie of Dauid, Psal. 36. where cōsidering of the vnsearchable iudgements of God crieth out, that his iudgements are a great deepe, which cannot bee sounded by the slender and shallow reason of man; and of Paul, Rom. 11.33. where hauing discoursed at large of the reiection of the Iew, and the election of the Gentile, breaketh out into the admiration of the vnsearchable and vnconceiueable iudgements of God.
and to Reverence that mystery which our reason cannot comprehend, following the modesty of David, Psalm 36. where considering of the unsearchable Judgments of God cries out, that his Judgments Are a great deep, which cannot be sounded by the slender and shallow reason of man; and of Paul, Rom. 11.33. where having discoursed At large of the rejection of the Iew, and the election of the Gentile, breaks out into the admiration of the unsearchable and unconceivable Judgments of God.
For the cleering of this description these foure points offer themselues to bee considered. First, the obiect or matter of this decree. Secondly, the order of it. Thirdly, the impulsiue cause. Fourthly, the end. Touching the first.
For the clearing of this description these foure points offer themselves to be considered. First, the Object or matter of this Decree. Secondly, the order of it. Thirdly, the impulsive cause. Fourthly, the end. Touching the First.
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for vnto the one (as Augustine saith ) he giueth indebitam gratiam, and to the other debitam poenam. The Scripture also is pregnant in this point. Prouerbs 16.4. God hath made all things for himselfe, yea the wicked man to the day of euill. Rom. 9.22. There are vessels of wrath fitted or framed to destruction:
for unto the one (as Augustine Says) he gives indebitam gratiam, and to the other debitam poenam. The Scripture also is pregnant in this point. Proverbs 16.4. God hath made all things for himself, yea the wicked man to the day of evil. Rom. 9.22. There Are vessels of wrath fitted or framed to destruction:
wherefore we are not greatly to contend about the order, there being no difference of it in God, in whom there is neither prius nor posterius. Yet for the helping of our weakenes in this high mysterie, we may distinguish the counsell of God in this point, into two acts or degrees, the which that we doe not in any wise misconceiue, this ground must be laid:
Wherefore we Are not greatly to contend about the order, there being no difference of it in God, in whom there is neither prius nor Posterior. Yet for the helping of our weakness in this high mystery, we may distinguish the counsel of God in this point, into two acts or Degrees, the which that we do not in any wise misconceive, this ground must be laid:
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What if God would, &c. and in the same chapter, verse 18. no other reason is rendred, (why God hardneth the hearts of men, that is, hauing offered thē means of mollifying their hearts,
What if God would, etc. and in the same chapter, verse 18. not other reason is rendered, (why God Hardeneth the hearts of men, that is, having offered them means of mollifying their hearts,
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and hereupon in his iust iudgement doth deliuer them vp to Satan and their owne concupiscences as vnto tormētors, that they become more obdurate and obstinate in sinne,
and hereupon in his just judgement does deliver them up to Satan and their own concupiscences as unto tormentors, that they become more obdurate and obstinate in sin,
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neither is there any other reason rendred of the hatred of Esau, then of the loue of Iacob. Likewise our Sauiour Christ, Matth. 11.25.26. yeeldeth no reason of the reuelation of the Gospell to some, and the hyding from others, saue the good pleasure of God;
neither is there any other reason rendered of the hatred of Esau, then of the love of Iacob. Likewise our Saviour christ, Matthew 11.25.26. yields not reason of the Revelation of the Gospel to Some, and the hiding from Others, save the good pleasure of God;
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or rather a Tenant at will, hauing all his interest and title vnto the creatures by grant and concession from God) to kill an oxe or a sheepe for his vse, to hunt or to kill the Hare or the Partridge for his pleasure? and shall God (who is a most absolute and soueraigne Lord ouer all creatures) be accused and arraigned of crueltie and seuere dealing,
or rather a Tenant At will, having all his Interest and title unto the creatures by grant and concession from God) to kill an ox or a sheep for his use, to hunt or to kill the Hare or the Partridge for his pleasure? and shall God (who is a most absolute and sovereign Lord over all creatures) be accused and arraigned of cruelty and severe dealing,
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Now in the fourth verse he vrgeth his exhortation by a reason, wherein the vniuersall note must bee equally extended as before; the reason standeth thus:
Now in the fourth verse he urges his exhortation by a reason, wherein the universal note must be equally extended as before; the reason Stands thus:
Againe, both the word of God, and Augustine in his book de ciuit. Dei, distinguisheth mankinde into two companies or societies, of both which vniuersall propositions are giuen out:
Again, both the word of God, and Augustine in his book de Civil. Dei, Distinguisheth mankind into two companies or societies, of both which universal propositions Are given out:
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Lastly, the place may bee vnderstood fitly not of all men descending from Adam, but of al men in the last age of the world, that is, of Iewes, and Gentiles;
Lastly, the place may be understood fitly not of all men descending from Adam, but of all men in the last age of the world, that is, of Iewes, and Gentiles;
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And that this is the meaning of the place, Paul, who is the best interpreter of himselfe, plainly sheweth; Act. 17.30. the times of ignorance, &c. but now he admonisheth all men euery where to repent. Rom. 16.25.26. The mysterie was kept hid from the beginning of the world, but now is opened and published among all nations. So Coloss 1.26.27.
And that this is the meaning of the place, Paul, who is the best interpreter of himself, plainly shows; Act. 17.30. the times of ignorance, etc. but now he Admonisheth all men every where to Repent. Rom. 16.25.26. The mystery was kept hid from the beginning of the world, but now is opened and published among all Nations. So Coloss 1.26.27.
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and so is called voluntas signi: by the latter hee willeth that all men should be saued, NONLATINALPHABET the offereth grace & the means of saluation to all, not by the former according to the distinction vsed by some Diuines;
and so is called Voluntas Sign: by the latter he wills that all men should be saved, the Offereth grace & the means of salvation to all, not by the former according to the distinction used by Some Divines;
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and in other respects, and for other iust & necessary causes knowne to himself nilleth their saluation, that is, willeth not to make the meanes effectuall vnto them.
and in other respects, and for other just & necessary Causes known to himself nilleth their salvation, that is, wills not to make the means effectual unto them.
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First it serueth to ouerthrow the opinion of those men that ascribe the cause of reprobation vnto the foreseene infidelitie of men and contempt of grace:
First it serveth to overthrow the opinion of those men that ascribe the cause of reprobation unto the foreseen infidelity of men and contempt of grace:
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for hereof it should follow, that not the will of God, (as we haue sufficiently proued before) but foreseene infidelitie shall bee the impulsiue cause of reprobation, which is a manifest vntruth.
for hereof it should follow, that not the will of God, (as we have sufficiently proved before) but foreseen infidelity shall be the impulsive cause of reprobation, which is a manifest untruth.
For how many reprobate infants die in the Church? and how many are borne deaffe, which neuer heard the sound of the Gospell, much lesse vnderstood it, how much lesse contemned it:
For how many Reprobate Infants die in the Church? and how many Are born deaf, which never herd the found of the Gospel, much less understood it, how much less contemned it:
Yea, though there were no contempt of the Gospell, nor any positiue infidelitie, the originall corruption of mans nature were sufficient to condemne all men.
Yea, though there were no contempt of the Gospel, nor any positive infidelity, the original corruption of men nature were sufficient to condemn all men.
O man what art thou, that takest part to dispute against God! doth plainlie shew that the decree of God in reiecting some men hath an vnsearchable cause,
O man what art thou, that Takest part to dispute against God! does plainly show that the Decree of God in rejecting Some men hath an unsearchable cause,
Secondly, if God hath appointed to reiect and passe ouer some men, it is the dutie of euery one to labour to be assured that he is exempted out of the number of that companie. 2. Tim. 2.21.
Secondly, if God hath appointed to reject and pass over Some men, it is the duty of every one to labour to be assured that he is exempted out of the number of that company. 2. Tim. 2.21.
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Whosoeuer purgeth himselfe from these, that is, errors in iudgement, and vncleannes in life, may assure himselfe that he is a vessel of honour sanctified vnto the Lord,
Whosoever Purgeth himself from these, that is, errors in judgement, and uncleanness in life, may assure himself that he is a vessel of honour sanctified unto the Lord,
And contrariwise to bee in the number of the elect, obeying the counsell of Peter, 2. Ephes. chap. 1. vers. 10. in vsing al diligence to make sure his election by the practise of a holie life.
And contrariwise to be in the number of the elect, obeying the counsel of Peter, 2. Ephesians chap. 1. vers. 10. in using all diligence to make sure his election by the practice of a holy life.
so likewise hearing this voyce dailie sounding in the Church, that there is a number of men in the counsell of God reiected, which shal perish euerlastingly;
so likewise hearing this voice daily sounding in the Church, that there is a number of men in the counsel of God rejected, which shall perish everlastingly;
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wee are to examine our estates, and to make question whether it be we or not? rather then curiously to search the reason of that which we cannot conceiue.
we Are to examine our estates, and to make question whither it be we or not? rather then curiously to search the reason of that which we cannot conceive.
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And if we shal finde his mercie to bee extended toward vs in preparing vs vnto glorie, let vs acknowledge it with thankfull hearts, make speciall account of it,
And if we shall find his mercy to be extended towards us in preparing us unto glory, let us acknowledge it with thankful hearts, make special account of it,
and magnifie the riches of his grace vnto vs. The last point followeth, that is, the end of this decree, which is the manifestation of the glorie of his power and iustice, Rom. 9.22. This also confuteth another error of the Lutherans, that imagining God made all of mercie, hold and teach that the end of all his counsels and decrees is to communicate his goodnesse and mercie in eternall happinesse to all his creatures.
and magnify the riches of his grace unto us The last point follows, that is, the end of this Decree, which is the manifestation of the glory of his power and Justice, Rom. 9.22. This also confuteth Another error of the Lutherans, that imagining God made all of mercy, hold and teach that the end of all his Counsels and decrees is to communicate his Goodness and mercy in Eternal happiness to all his creatures.
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IT is the purpose and intent of the Apostle in this whole Epistle, to confirme the faithful to whō he writ in the doctrine of the Gospell and the practise thereof, specially in the maine and principall point of Christian and brotherly loue, to the end they might bee well furnished with spiritual ioy,
IT is the purpose and intent of the Apostle in this Whole Epistle, to confirm the faithful to whom he writ in the Doctrine of the Gospel and the practice thereof, specially in the main and principal point of Christian and brotherly love, to the end they might be well furnished with spiritual joy,
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and assured of their fellowship & communion with God: whereupon hee propoundeth vnto them these two points of faith and loue, handling thē confusedly,
and assured of their fellowship & communion with God: whereupon he propoundeth unto them these two points of faith and love, handling them confusedly,
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hauing therefore made entrance in the two former chapters into this doctrine, now hee proceedes in the same argument, exhorting the faithfull in this third chapter to the studie of holines in generall,
having Therefore made Entrance in the two former Chapters into this Doctrine, now he proceeds in the same argument, exhorting the faithful in this third chapter to the study of holiness in general,
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As for the faithfull (lest they should bee too much daunted and discouraged, through the manifold afflictions and crosses whereunto they are subiect in this life) he opposeth vnto their present miserable estate the future glorie and felicitie, which certainly abideth them after this life, which felicitie he defineth to cōsist in a similitude with God,
As for the faithful (lest they should be too much daunted and discouraged, through the manifold afflictions and Crosses whereunto they Are Subject in this life) he Opposeth unto their present miserable estate the future glory and felicity, which Certainly Abideth them After this life, which felicity he defineth to consist in a similitude with God,
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verse 2. Now from the hope of this glorie and happinesse hee exhorteth vnto the studie of holinesse, vrging the same by the example of God himselfe, vers. 3. which exhortation he illustrateth by the contrarie, dehorting from sinne, which is flat opposite vnto holinesse, and that by diuers arguments.
verse 2. Now from the hope of this glory and happiness he exhorteth unto the study of holiness, urging the same by the Exampl of God himself, vers. 3. which exhortation he illustrateth by the contrary, dehorting from sin, which is flat opposite unto holiness, and that by diverse Arguments.
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First, from the nature of it, which is an anomie or transgression of the law, vers. 4. Secondly, from the end of Christ his first comming into the world, which was to take away sinne,
First, from the nature of it, which is an anomy or Transgression of the law, vers. 4. Secondly, from the end of christ his First coming into the world, which was to take away sin,
and to dissolue the workes of the diuell, vers. 5. and the latter end of the 8. Thirdly, from their communion and fellowship with Christ, in whom there was no sinne, vers. 6. Fourthly, from the author of sinne, who is the diuell, whose societie is by all meanes to bee auoided, vers. 8. Fifthly, from the efficient cause of holinesse, that is, regeneration, vers. 9. wherein are laid downe these two points.
and to dissolve the works of the Devil, vers. 5. and the latter end of the 8. Thirdly, from their communion and fellowship with christ, in whom there was no sin, vers. 6. Fourthly, from the author of sin, who is the Devil, whose society is by all means to be avoided, vers. 8. Fifthly, from the efficient cause of holiness, that is, regeneration, vers. 9. wherein Are laid down these two points.
Secondly, a reason, for his seed, &c. In the latter end of the verse there is an inuerse repetition of the former branch, with an amplification from the cause.
Secondly, a reason, for his seed, etc. In the latter end of the verse there is an inverse repetition of the former branch, with an amplification from the cause.
He that is borne of God that is, He that is renewed and sanctified by the grace and spirit of God, being in his minde enlightened with the knowledge of the truth,
He that is born of God that is, He that is renewed and sanctified by the grace and Spirit of God, being in his mind enlightened with the knowledge of the truth,
and creating an inherent qualitie of righteousnesse and holinesse in the whole man, Rom. 8.9.10. The instrumentall cause is the word of God, that is, the immortall seede of regeneration,
and creating an inherent quality of righteousness and holiness in the Whole man, Rom. 8.9.10. The instrumental cause is the word of God, that is, the immortal seed of regeneration,
as the Apostle termeth it, 1. Pet. 1.21. The materiall cause is the efficacie or effect of that righteousnesse which is inherent in the humane nature of Christ, from which as from a roote and fountaine is propagated and deriued all that holinesse which is to bee found in the faithfull. 1. Cor. 1.30.
as the Apostle termeth it, 1. Pet. 1.21. The material cause is the efficacy or Effect of that righteousness which is inherent in the humane nature of christ, from which as from a root and fountain is propagated and derived all that holiness which is to be found in the faithful. 1. Cor. 1.30.
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The formall cause is the renouation of the decaled image of God in the whole man, Ephe. 4.23.24. The finall cause is the worship of God in the duties of the first and second table, Ephes. 2.10. by all which we may see in part what regeneration is.
The formal cause is the renovation of the decaled image of God in the Whole man, Ephes 4.23.24. The final cause is the worship of God in the duties of the First and second table, Ephesians 2.10. by all which we may see in part what regeneration is.
Now come we to the second argument of the description, which is the effect denied, hee sinneth not: the meaning is not that the regenerate man is this life is whole pure and free from sinne,
Now come we to the second argument of the description, which is the Effect denied, he Sinneth not: the meaning is not that the regenerate man is this life is Whole pure and free from sin,
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but when the occasions of temptation haue been greater, haue fallen dangerously and grieuously, as wee haue examples in Noah, Lot, Aaron, Dauid, Peter.
but when the occasions of temptation have been greater, have fallen dangerously and grievously, as we have Examples in Noah, Lot, Aaron, David, Peter.
he sinneth not, that is, he doth not laboriously, painfully, and diligently employ and busie himselfe in the practise of sinne, hee sinneth not with studie, with deliberation, with constant purpose, with full consent of will, with delight, with endeuour, with continuance:
he Sinneth not, that is, he does not laboriously, painfully, and diligently employ and busy himself in the practice of sin, he Sinneth not with study, with deliberation, with constant purpose, with full consent of will, with delight, with endeavour, with Continuance:
first, he doth not fully consent vnto sinne, as it may appeare in Paul, Rom. 7.16. where hee saith, that if hee did the euill, hee would not, hee cōsented to the law that it was good:
First, he does not Fully consent unto sin, as it may appear in Paul, Rom. 7.16. where he Says, that if he did the evil, he would not, he consented to the law that it was good:
before it breake foorth into action: Gal 5.24. They that are Christs, that is, by faith vnited vnto him, they haue receiued the spirit of Christ, whereby they crucifie them with the affections and lusts. 1. Iob. 5.18. Hee that is borne of God, keepeth himselfe, that is, preserueth himselfe from sinne, so much as possibly he can.
before it break forth into actium: Gall 5.24. They that Are Christ, that is, by faith united unto him, they have received the Spirit of christ, whereby they crucify them with the affections and Lustiest. 1. Job 5.18. He that is born of God, Keepeth himself, that is, Preserveth himself from sin, so much as possibly he can.
As you haue giuen vp your members, &c. signifying that as by the force and strength of naturall corruption, they did before regeneration prostitute the members of their bodies vnto vncleannes and sinne;
As you have given up your members, etc. signifying that as by the force and strength of natural corruption, they did before regeneration prostitute the members of their bodies unto uncleanness and sin;
sinne doth not at all rule in the childe of God, though the remainders of the corruption of nature haue power otherwhiles to bring foorth the fruites of the flesh. This appeares plainly, Rom. 8.2.
sin does not At all Rule in the child of God, though the remainders of the corruption of nature have power otherwhiles to bring forth the fruits of the Flesh. This appears plainly, Rom. 8.2.
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but è iure peccati; which thing also may bee further confirmed by these two reasons. First, where Christ hath taken the hold, there Satan is repelled and cast foorth:
but è iure peccati; which thing also may be further confirmed by these two Reasons. First, where christ hath taken the hold, there Satan is repelled and cast forth:
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for it is not possible that Christ by faith and grace, and Satan by corruption and sinne, should at once lodge and dwel together in one and the same heart:
for it is not possible that christ by faith and grace, and Satan by corruption and sin, should At once lodge and dwell together in one and the same heart:
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But against this many things are excepted. Rom. 6.12. Let not sinne raigne: Ergo, the Romanes who were iustified and sanctified, and all regenerate men, are subiect to the raigne of sinne.
But against this many things Are excepted. Rom. 6.12. Let not sin Reign: Ergo, the Romans who were justified and sanctified, and all regenerate men, Are Subject to the Reign of sin.
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To this I answere, that the exhortation doth not imply any such thing, only it sheweth the perill and danger they might fall into by reason of sin, that hereby they might lose many of the graces of God,
To this I answer, that the exhortation does not imply any such thing, only it shows the peril and danger they might fallen into by reason of since, that hereby they might loose many of the graces of God,
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So also other exhortations in Scripture, as this, Hee that standeth, let him take heed lest he fall, doe not insinuate that a man in the state of grace may fall wholly,
So also other exhortations in Scripture, as this, He that Stands, let him take heed lest he fallen, do not insinuate that a man in the state of grace may fallen wholly,
nay rather they implie wee shall not fall, for they are instruments to preserue from falling, God making good that which hee commaundeth in the hearts of the faithfull.
nay rather they imply we shall not fallen, for they Are Instruments to preserve from falling, God making good that which he commandeth in the hearts of the faithful.
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First, it is not probable, neither can it euer bee proued that the spirit of murther and adulterie did peaceably raign in Dauid for ye space of a whole yeere, without checke or controlement, specially hee being a man according to Gods owne heart,
First, it is not probable, neither can it ever be proved that the Spirit of murder and adultery did peaceably Reign in David for you Molle of a Whole year, without check or controlment, specially he being a man according to God's own heart,
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Secondly, if we take raigning sinne properly for that which is not resisted by the grace of the holy Ghost, we cannot in any wise ascribe it vnto Dauid, for without doubt he resisted at the first assault,
Secondly, if we take reigning sin properly for that which is not resisted by the grace of the holy Ghost, we cannot in any wise ascribe it unto David, for without doubt he resisted At the First assault,
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though peraduenture the resistance was more obscure and insensible, by reason of the vehemencie and impetuousnes of the affections, by the tumult and disorder whereof the spirit of God speaking in the conscience was not heard or attended vnto,
though Peradventure the resistance was more Obscure and insensible, by reason of the vehemency and impetuousness of the affections, by the tumult and disorder whereof the Spirit of God speaking in the conscience was not herd or attended unto,
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Yea, but Paul confesseth of himselfe that he was carnall and sold vnder sinne, and therefore it may seeme that sinne had dominion in him. The answere is easie.
Yea, but Paul Confesses of himself that he was carnal and sold under sin, and Therefore it may seem that sin had dominion in him. The answer is easy.
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but he doth not say that he was like to the hired seruant, who in hope of some profit, pleasure or preferment, did sell himselfe to worke wickednesse, as Ahab.
but he does not say that he was like to the hired servant, who in hope of Some profit, pleasure or preferment, did fell himself to work wickedness, as Ahab.
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Secondly, in the action hee resisteth lesse or more, though peraduenture the resistance bee not so euident, by reason of the violence of the affections.
Secondly, in the actium he Resisteth less or more, though Peradventure the resistance be not so evident, by reason of the violence of the affections.
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in the action there was some slender resistance, as may bee perceiued by the answere hee made to the damosell in his first assault, saying, I know not the man, coldly and remisly,
in the actium there was Some slender resistance, as may be perceived by the answer he made to the damosel in his First assault, saying, I know not the man, coldly and remissly,
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and after being admonished partlie by the voyce of the Cocke, and partlie and principallie by the looke of our Sauiour Christ, hee went out and wept bitterly.
and After being admonished partly by the voice of the Cock, and partly and principally by the look of our Saviour christ, he went out and wept bitterly.
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but remaine as yet the sonnes of the old Adam. If wee that liue in the schooles of the Prophets should examine our selues by this rule, I feare me that the grace of regeneration would be very rare,
but remain as yet the Sons of the old Adam. If we that live in the Schools of the prophets should examine our selves by this Rule, I Fear me that the grace of regeneration would be very rare,
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for many a man comming into this place to preach the word, doth not (as it is plaine by his practise) propound vnto himselfe the glorie of God, the edificatiō of Gods Church, that is, the winning, sauing and cōuerting of mens soules, which is the principall drift and maine scope of all the Scriptures,
for many a man coming into this place to preach the word, does not (as it is plain by his practice) propound unto himself the glory of God, the edification of God's Church, that is, the winning, Saving and converting of men's Souls, which is the principal drift and main scope of all the Scriptures,
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but few come with due preparation, with reuerent and religious mindes to haue their consciēces edified, their hearts disclosed, the secrets of their thoughts reuealed, that they might be humbled, and conuerted vnto God:
but few come with due preparation, with reverent and religious minds to have their Consciences edified, their hearts disclosed, the secrets of their thoughts revealed, that they might be humbled, and converted unto God:
Thirdly, the grosse and palpable hypocrisie which is to bee found amongst vs, whereby we can be content all of vs to make profession of religion and Christianitie,
Thirdly, the gross and palpable hypocrisy which is to be found among us, whereby we can be content all of us to make profession of Religion and Christianity,
nay if any man shall giue himselfe seriously and constantly to the practise of religion, he shall be scorned, mocked and reuiled with most odious and ignominious,
nay if any man shall give himself seriously and constantly to the practice of Religion, he shall be scorned, mocked and reviled with most odious and ignominious,
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Further, this one thing bewraieth our hypocrisie to al men, that whereas we prosesse loue vnto God and to our brethren, wee put in practise neither of both:
Further, this one thing bewrayeth our hypocrisy to all men, that whereas we prosesse love unto God and to our brothers, we put in practice neither of both:
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Lastly (to omit the abuse of the name of God by blasphemous oaths, and the prophanation of the Lords Sabbaths) the pride and excesse aswel in apparell as in diet, doth plainly euince this point, specially in these times wherein the Lord hath called vs to moderation and frugalitie:
Lastly (to omit the abuse of the name of God by blasphemous Oaths, and the profanation of the lords Sabbaths) the pride and excess aswell in apparel as in diet, does plainly evince this point, specially in these times wherein the Lord hath called us to moderation and frugality:
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for his seede remaineth, &c. By seede in this place (to omit all other expositions) wee are to vnderstand the word of God, the immortall seede of regeneration as Peter calleth it, which as it is in it selfe immortall and incorruptible,
for his seed remains, etc. By seed in this place (to omit all other expositions) we Are to understand the word of God, the immortal seed of regeneration as Peter calls it, which as it is in it self immortal and incorruptible,
and indued with sauing and effectuall grace, so continueth and abideth for euer: which point because it is difficult and controuersall, I will stand the longer vpon it.
and endued with Saving and effectual grace, so Continueth and Abideth for ever: which point Because it is difficult and controversal, I will stand the longer upon it.
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The question then is this, whether sauing grace may be wholy lost, or not? For the better resolution whereof, we must hold and remember this distinction, that the word grace in Scripture,
The question then is this, whither Saving grace may be wholly lost, or not? For the better resolution whereof, we must hold and Remember this distinction, that the word grace in Scripture,
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And herein the Lord dealeth with his children, as the naturall Father with his child, who when he offendeth and transgresseth his commandement, he is angrie with him, hee lookes vpon him with a sterne and seuere countenance, he threatnes him to disinherit him,
And herein the Lord deals with his children, as the natural Father with his child, who when he offends and Transgresseth his Commandment, he is angry with him, he looks upon him with a stern and severe countenance, he threatens him to disinherit him,
euen so doth the Father of spirits deale with his children, when they are rebellious and disobedient vnto him, hee scourgeth them, he afflicteth them and lets them feele his displeasure,
even so does the Father of spirits deal with his children, when they Are rebellious and disobedient unto him, he scourges them, he afflicts them and lets them feel his displeasure,
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yea, he puts them often in seare of depriuing them of the heauenly inheritance, yet his purpose of putting them in full possession and giuing them the fruition hereof, neuer altereth, Psalm. 89.33.34.
yea, he puts them often in sear of depriving them of the heavenly inheritance, yet his purpose of putting them in full possession and giving them the fruition hereof, never altereth, Psalm. 89.33.34.
some againe are necessarie, but not of absolute necessitie, which may be lost, as the inward cleannesse of the heart, the alacritie of spirit arising of a good conscience, great boldnesse in protessing and confessing the name of Christ, inuincible courage in bearing and sustaining most grieuous crosses, free and chearefull calling vpon the name of God,
Some again Are necessary, but not of absolute necessity, which may be lost, as the inward cleanness of the heart, the alacrity of Spirit arising of a good conscience, great boldness in protessing and confessing the name of christ, invincible courage in bearing and sustaining most grievous Crosses, free and cheerful calling upon the name of God,
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the degree and measure of grace may bee wholy lost for a time. Apoc. 2.4. the Church of Ephesus is reproued because she had left her first loue, which yerst shee had professed and practised;
the degree and measure of grace may be wholly lost for a time. Apocalypse 2.4. the Church of Ephesus is reproved Because she had left her First love, which yerst she had professed and practised;
yet shall they neuer preuaile, because it is built vpon the sure foundation and rocke of our Sauiour Christ himselfe, confessed by Peter. Iohn 3.36. He that beleeueth in the sonne of God, hath presently eternall life.
yet shall they never prevail, Because it is built upon the sure Foundation and rock of our Saviour christ himself, confessed by Peter. John 3.36. He that Believeth in the son of God, hath presently Eternal life.
for why it is not a blinde hope, a vaine hope, a popish coniecturall hope, but a certaine and an infallible expectation of immortalitie and of the glory of God; whereupon Dauid Psalm. 31.1. saith, that he had cast his hope vpon God, and therefore should not bee confounded. Iohn 10.28.29. No man shall take my sheepe out of my hands.
for why it is not a blind hope, a vain hope, a popish conjectural hope, but a certain and an infallible expectation of immortality and of the glory of God; whereupon David Psalm. 31.1. Says, that he had cast his hope upon God, and Therefore should not be confounded. John 10.28.29. No man shall take my sheep out of my hands.
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if then Satan, sin, the flesh, should but for a time snatch them out of his hands, they should at least for a time be stronger then he. Rom. 8.35.36.37.38.39. 1. Iohn 2.19. By all which places it is more then manifest that those that are once in the state of grace cannot wholy fall away.
if then Satan, since, the Flesh, should but for a time snatch them out of his hands, they should At least for a time be Stronger then he. Rom. 8.35.36.37.38.39. 1. John 2.19. By all which places it is more then manifest that those that Are once in the state of grace cannot wholly fallen away.
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But to descend to a more particular proofe and confirmation of this poynt: First, Election cannot be lost, for that is firme and vnchangeable. Rom. 9.11. Paul takes it for graunted that the purpose of God according to Election, might remaine firme and sure, 2. Tim. 2.19. the foundation, that is, the Election of God which is the foundation of the saluation of the Elect, abideth firme and sure.
But to descend to a more particular proof and confirmation of this point: First, Election cannot be lost, for that is firm and unchangeable. Rom. 9.11. Paul Takes it for granted that the purpose of God according to Election, might remain firm and sure, 2. Tim. 2.19. the Foundation, that is, the Election of God which is the Foundation of the salvation of the Elect, Abideth firm and sure.
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Secondly, the effectuall calling of God is neuer made frustrate, but abideth alwaies: for it is without repentance, Rom. 11.19. Excep. God for his part repenteth not of any gift giuen vnto man;
Secondly, the effectual calling of God is never made frustrate, but Abideth always: for it is without Repentance, Rom. 11.19. Except. God for his part Repenteth not of any gift given unto man;
As for that of Stephen, Act. 7.51. (where hee vpbraides the Iewes that they had alwaies resi••ed the holy Ghost) it is to be vnderstood of the spirit speaking in the outward ministerie of the word, not inwardly and effectuallie working in the conscience.
As for that of Stephen, Act. 7.51. (where he upbraids the Iewes that they had always resi••ed the holy Ghost) it is to be understood of the Spirit speaking in the outward Ministry of the word, not inwardly and effectually working in the conscience.
Thirdly, iustification standing in the remission of sinnes, and acceptation of a man vnto life, for the only obedience of Christ imputed, cannot bee made voide or frustrate:
Thirdly, justification standing in the remission of Sins, and acceptation of a man unto life, for the only Obedience of christ imputed, cannot be made void or frustrate:
for why? the Author of it, that is, the spirit of God, abideth euer, 1. Ioh. 2.27. who is called the anointing and the oyle of gladnesse, Psalme 45.7. and the graces of it, as hope:
for why? the Author of it, that is, the Spirit of God, Abideth ever, 1. John 2.27. who is called the anointing and the oil of gladness, Psalm 45.7. and the graces of it, as hope:
for else how could it bee the anchor and hold of the soule? Heb. 6.19 Loue abideth euer, 1. Cor. 13.8. a seede whereof remained in Peter in his deniall, and the feare of God neuer vtterly quaileth, Iere. 32.40. This also is manifest in experience:
for Else how could it be the anchor and hold of the soul? Hebrew 6.19 Love Abideth ever, 1. Cor. 13.8. a seed whereof remained in Peter in his denial, and the Fear of God never utterly quaileth, Jeremiah 32.40. This also is manifest in experience:
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but still retaines in his heart some remainders of these graces, which being afterward reuiued and quickned, hee raiseth vp himselfe and returnes vnto God.
but still retains in his heart Some remainders of these graces, which being afterwards revived and quickened, he Raiseth up himself and returns unto God.
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The first reason is taken from the intercession of Christ, who prayed not onely for Peter, Luke 22.32. but for all the elect that should either then presently, or hereafter beleeue, Ioh. 17.20. who was alwaies heard of his Father, Ioh. 11.42. Vnlesse therefore we will say that Christ his prayer is vneffectuall, wee must needes conclude that the beleeuer cannot wholly be ouercarried of sinne.
The First reason is taken from the Intercession of christ, who prayed not only for Peter, Lycia 22.32. but for all the elect that should either then presently, or hereafter believe, John 17.20. who was always herd of his Father, John 11.42. Unless Therefore we will say that christ his prayer is uneffectual, we must needs conclude that the believer cannot wholly be overcarried of sin.
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And vnto this prayers of the faithfull, who asking in faith to bee strengthened in temptation, that they might not wholly bee foiled, haue a promise to be heard.
And unto this Prayers of the faithful, who asking in faith to be strengthened in temptation, that they might not wholly be foiled, have a promise to be herd.
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The second is taken from the mysticall vnion, which is so firme and indissoluble that nothing can breake the same, Hos. 2.19. nay euen death it selfe doth not dissolue this bond:
The second is taken from the mystical Union, which is so firm and indissoluble that nothing can break the same, Hos. 2.19. nay even death it self does not dissolve this bound:
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then notwithstanding it remaines a part of that person which is really and truly (though spiritually) united vnto Christ, which is a matter of no small comfort to the children of God:
then notwithstanding it remains a part of that person which is really and truly (though spiritually) united unto christ, which is a matter of no small Comfort to the children of God:
and a new insition into Christ made, then Baptisme, which is the signe and seale hereof, must bee iterated and repeated for the confirmation thereof. The third reason is this:
and a new insition into christ made, then Baptism, which is the Signen and seal hereof, must be iterated and repeated for the confirmation thereof. The third reason is this:
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The sonne abides in the house for euer, that is, in the Catholike Church, Ioh. 8.35. but all the faithfull are sons by adoption, Ioh. 1.12. and not onely sonnes, but heires, and fellow-heires with Christ, Rom. 8.17. and therfore are neuer wholly cast out of the fauour of God, though they fall dangerously.
The son abides in the house for ever, that is, in the Catholic Church, John 8.35. but all the faithful Are Sons by adoption, John 1.12. and not only Sons, but Heirs, and fellow-heirs with christ, Rom. 8.17. and Therefore Are never wholly cast out of the favour of God, though they fallen dangerously.
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Now that we see this point to be so cleere and euident, let vs answer vnto some of those obiections that are vsually alleaged to the contrarie, that wee may bee more confirmed in the present truth.
Now that we see this point to be so clear and evident, let us answer unto Some of those objections that Are usually alleged to the contrary, that we may be more confirmed in the present truth.
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That election may be lost, it is proued out of Moses prayer, Exod. 32.32. where Moses prayeth to be blotted out of the booke of life. To omit all other answers:
That election may be lost, it is proved out of Moses prayer, Exod 32.32. where Moses Prayeth to be blotted out of the book of life. To omit all other answers:
But it will be replied, that the Churches of Ephesus, Thessalonica, and the lewes are called Elect by the Apostles, who afterward notwithstanding made totall defection and apostacie from God.
But it will be replied, that the Churches of Ephesus, Thessalonica, and the lewes Are called Elect by the Apostles, who afterwards notwithstanding made total defection and apostasy from God.
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Answ. There be two kindes of iudgements to be giuen of men; the iudgement of certaintie, whereby an infallible determination is giuen of any mans particular estate:
Answer There be two Kinds of Judgments to be given of men; the judgement of certainty, whereby an infallible determination is given of any men particular estate:
and besides that it doth most indignely suspend the will of God the supreme and soueraigne cause of all things, ordering and ruling all secondary oauses,
and beside that it does most indignly suspend the will of God the supreme and sovereign cause of all things, ordering and ruling all secondary oauses,
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but God that hath al knowledge locked vp in his breast, and all power in his hand, hath no neede that hee should conceiue any things of his decree with condition.
but God that hath all knowledge locked up in his breast, and all power in his hand, hath no need that he should conceive any things of his Decree with condition.
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Against effectuall vocation it is alleaged out of the Rom. 11.22. whence (it seemes) may bee gathered, that a man effectually called and knit vnto Christ, may be againe cut off.
Against effectual vocation it is alleged out of the Rom. 11.22. whence (it seems) may be gathered, that a man effectually called and knit unto christ, may be again Cut off.
but of the whole body of the Iewes and the Gentiles, and hee opposeth the Gentiles vnto the Iewes, giuing the Iewes hope that if they shall not remaine in incredulitie and disobedience,
but of the Whole body of the Iewes and the Gentiles, and he Opposeth the Gentiles unto the Iewes, giving the Iewes hope that if they shall not remain in incredulity and disobedience,
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Against iustification, that is, remission of sinnes, it is alleaged out of Matth. 18.32, 33, 34, 35. that pardon of sinnes once giuen, by some consequent sinne may be made voide.
Against justification, that is, remission of Sins, it is alleged out of Matthew 18.32, 33, 34, 35. that pardon of Sins once given, by Some consequent sin may be made void.
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Now our Sauiour Christ hauing taught immediatly before that iniuries are to be pardoned, he by and by annexeth this parable for the confirmation of his doctrine, thereby signifying that it is necessarie that those that looke to haue their sinnes pardoned of God, should also pardon their brethren their trespasses;
Now our Saviour christ having taught immediately before that injuries Are to be pardoned, he by and by annexeth this parable for the confirmation of his Doctrine, thereby signifying that it is necessary that those that look to have their Sins pardoned of God, should also pardon their brothers their Trespasses;
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wherefore the onely thing that we can gather hence is this, That if wee shall not remit our brethren their trespasses, wee shall incurre the anger and displeasure of God;
Wherefore the only thing that we can gather hence is this, That if we shall not remit our brothers their Trespasses, we shall incur the anger and displeasure of God;
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and that it is a plaine argument, that wee are not released of our sinnes before God, considering that our pardoning of our brethren their offences and iniuries they haue done to vs, is an effect of our absolution and discharge before God. 2. Pet. 1.9. The Apostle mentioneth some that had forgotten they were washed from their old sins: and 2. Pet. 2.20. some that had truly escaped them that were in error and filthinesse of the world, were againe intangled therewith.
and that it is a plain argument, that we Are not released of our Sins before God, considering that our pardoning of our brothers their offences and injuries they have done to us, is an Effect of our absolution and discharge before God. 2. Pet. 1.9. The Apostle mentioneth Some that had forgotten they were washed from their old Sins: and 2. Pet. 2.20. Some that had truly escaped them that were in error and filthiness of the world, were again entangled therewith.
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The first place meaneth them that were washed in Baptisme, called by the Apostle the lauer of regeneration, Tit. 3.5. who were purged onely sacramento tenus, or he speaketh according to the iudgement of charitie.
The First place means them that were washed in Baptism, called by the Apostle the laver of regeneration, Tit. 3.5. who were purged only sacramento tenus, or he speaks according to the judgement of charity.
Further, against this doctrine diuers examples are alleaged of them that haue made totall defection from grace, as Adam and Dauid. But these examples proue nothing:
Further, against this Doctrine diverse Examples Are alleged of them that have made total defection from grace, as Adam and David. But these Examples prove nothing:
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Except. Where there is no repentance, there is no remission of sinnes, where there is no remission, there is no faith, where there is no faith, there is no grace,
Except. Where there is no Repentance, there is no remission of Sins, where there is no remission, there is no faith, where there is no faith, there is no grace,
and therefore Dauid during the time of his impenitencie had no grace. Answ. Where there is no repentance neither habituall nor actuall, there is no grace.
and Therefore David during the time of his impenitency had no grace. Answer Where there is no Repentance neither habitual nor actual, there is no grace.
yet the antecedent remission is still ratified, and the future pardon is purposed to bee bestowed so soone as a man shall actually beleeue and repent, Lastly, there may bee habituall grace, where there is no actuall remission of some present particular sinne or sinnes for a time.
yet the antecedent remission is still ratified, and the future pardon is purposed to be bestowed so soon as a man shall actually believe and Repent, Lastly, there may be habitual grace, where there is no actual remission of Some present particular sin or Sins for a time.
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no man can bee a member of Christ and of an harlot at once, because the Apostle opposeth them, 1. Cor. 6.16. and therefore hee that is ioyned and made one flesh with an harlot is cut off from Christ.
no man can be a member of christ and of an harlot At once, Because the Apostle Opposeth them, 1. Cor. 6.16. and Therefore he that is joined and made one Flesh with an harlot is Cut off from christ.
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yea, though hee may become no liuely member, yet hee remaines a liuing member, though dead for a season in regard of the power and efficacie of the life of the spirit.
yea, though he may become no lively member, yet he remains a living member, though dead for a season in regard of the power and efficacy of the life of the Spirit.
Though it cannot stand so firmely, yet it is not wholy taken away, for a man in this case when sinne hath preuailed, is like vnto a building whose roofe is taken off with an earthquake or thunderbolt,
Though it cannot stand so firmly, yet it is not wholly taken away, for a man in this case when sin hath prevailed, is like unto a building whose roof is taken off with an earthquake or thunderbolt,
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secondly, improperlie, which is done though of knowledge, yet of infirmitie by reason of feare, constraint, hastinesse, precipitation of the minde and such like suddaine passions in the tegenerate,
secondly, improperly, which is done though of knowledge, yet of infirmity by reason of Fear, constraint, hastiness, precipitation of the mind and such like sudden passion in the tegenerate,
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Wherefore to conclude this whole matter, we graunt that the man regenerate and indued with sauing grace, may fall into sinne dangerouslie and grieuouslie,
Wherefore to conclude this Whole matter, we grant that the man regenerate and endued with Saving grace, may fallen into sin dangerously and grievously,
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so as hereby his faith shall be weakened, his heart hardened, the spirit of God made sadde in him, the peace of the conscience troubled, the proceedings of Gods grace in the heart interrupted, the comfort and ioy of the spirit remooued,
so as hereby his faith shall be weakened, his heart hardened, the Spirit of God made sad in him, the peace of the conscience troubled, the proceedings of God's grace in the heart interrupted, the Comfort and joy of the Spirit removed,
and the heart filled with amazednesse, astonishment, perplexitie and feare, all the grates of God lessened, the best things in man obscured and blemished, the course of Gods mercies stopped,
and the heart filled with amazedness, astonishment, perplexity and Fear, all the grates of God lessened, the best things in man obscured and blemished, the course of God's Mercies stopped,
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yea, he may so fall that hee shall haue need of a new reconciliation with God, a new remisssion of his late offence, a new confirmation of faith, a new inkindling of the spirit,
yea, he may so fallen that he shall have need of a new reconciliation with God, a new remisssion of his late offence, a new confirmation of faith, a new enkindling of the Spirit,
that, that faith which purifieth the heart and worketh by loue; that, that loue which proceedeth from a pure heart, a good conscience and faith vnfained;
that, that faith which Purifieth the heart and works by love; that, that love which Proceedeth from a pure heart, a good conscience and faith unfeigned;
The vse of this doctrine is brieflie thus much, as on the one side it ministreth great comfort vnto the children of God touching the perpetuitie of their estate, that though they shall bee assailed with dangerous and manifold temptations,
The use of this Doctrine is briefly thus much, as on the one side it Ministereth great Comfort unto the children of God touching the perpetuity of their estate, that though they shall be assailed with dangerous and manifold temptations,
yea wholy to fall away, if it were not that by the promise of God, and the effectuall intercession of Christ, he were as by certaine vnderprops supported and sustained;
yea wholly to fallen away, if it were not that by the promise of God, and the effectual Intercession of christ, he were as by certain underprops supported and sustained;
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To be baptized into Christ, is to be baptized in or into ye name of Christ, that wee might be made partakers of all the benefits of Christ which concerne saluation.
To be baptised into christ, is to be baptised in or into the name of christ, that we might be made partakers of all the benefits of christ which concern salvation.
Thus Saint Peter expoundeth it, Acts 2.38. where he giueth this aduice vnto the Iews, which were touched in conscience for their sinne in crucifying of Christ, Repent & be baptized in the name of the Lord Iesus for the remission of sins.
Thus Saint Peter expoundeth it, Acts 2.38. where he gives this Advice unto the Iews, which were touched in conscience for their sin in crucifying of christ, repent & be baptised in the name of the Lord Iesus for the remission of Sins.
and to bee indued with all the priuiledges thereof. This appeareth by a like phrase vsed Genesis 48.16. where Iacob at his death blessing Iosephs children hath these words:
and to be endued with all the privileges thereof. This appears by a like phrase used Genesis 48.16. where Iacob At his death blessing Joseph's children hath these words:
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euen so Christ being put on in faith, doth adorne and inrich our soules with diuine and spirituall graces, making vs to appeare precious and beautifull in the sight of God;
even so christ being put on in faith, does adorn and enrich our Souls with divine and spiritual graces, making us to appear precious and beautiful in the sighed of God;
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First, if baptisme be a sacrament of our incorporation into Christ, our dutie is to labour by all meanes in truth and indeed to be set into Christ and to be made members of his bodie, that so we may answere our profession made in baptisme.
First, if Baptism be a sacrament of our incorporation into christ, our duty is to labour by all means in truth and indeed to be Set into christ and to be made members of his body, that so we may answer our profession made in Baptism.
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all men that liue and are borne in the Church, haue this benefit vouchsafed them in the beginning of their daies, to bee brought into the Church by baptisme,
all men that live and Are born in the Church, have this benefit vouchsafed them in the beginning of their days, to be brought into the Church by Baptism,
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and to be acknowledged as true members thereof, but few there are that labour for the inward baptisme, represented and sealed by the outward, to wit, to become the liuelie mēbers of that mystical body, whereof Christ is the head.
and to be acknowledged as true members thereof, but few there Are that labour for the inward Baptism, represented and sealed by the outward, to wit, to become the lively members of that mystical body, whereof christ is the head.
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God of his infinite mercy and loue in Iesus Christ hath vouchsafed vs this honour in the beginning of our daies, (when we were no members of Christ actually,
God of his infinite mercy and love in Iesus christ hath vouchsafed us this honour in the beginning of our days, (when we were no members of christ actually,
but children of wrath and heires of damnation) to call vs by his owne name, setting (as it were) the stampe and seale of baptisme vpon vs, thereby as by a badge & cognizance not onely acknowledging vs for his,
but children of wrath and Heirs of damnation) to call us by his own name, setting (as it were) the stamp and seal of Baptism upon us, thereby as by a badge & cognizance not only acknowledging us for his,
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as much as in vs lieth, make frustrate the holy ordinance of God, and preiudice that good which he meant and offered vnto vs in baptisme, let vs labour to be set and ingrafted into Christ.
as much as in us lies, make frustrate the holy Ordinance of God, and prejudice that good which he meant and offered unto us in Baptism, let us labour to be Set and ingrafted into christ.
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and shall as Kings reigne with him in glorie for euer after this life. Lastly, the very consideration of our miserable estate by nature ought to prick vs forward,
and shall as Kings Reign with him in glory for ever After this life. Lastly, the very consideration of our miserable estate by nature ought to prick us forward,
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The image of God is defaced and almost raced out in vs, and wee are vile and deformed creatures in the sight of God, more loathsome and odious vnto him,
The image of God is defaced and almost razed out in us, and we Are vile and deformed creatures in the sighed of God, more loathsome and odious unto him,
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in our consciences of guiltines, and in our memories of forgetfulnes, in our words and deeds of manifold offences, in the whole man wee are fearfully thrall and in bondage to sinne and Satan,
in our Consciences of guiltiness, and in our memories of forgetfulness, in our words and Deeds of manifold offences, in the Whole man we Are fearfully thrall and in bondage to sin and Satan,
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for in our mindes wee are subiect to frenzies and madnesse in our consciences to horrours and strange feares, in our bodies to aches, innumerable diseases and infirmities, in our goods to losses,
for in our minds we Are Subject to frenzies and madness in our Consciences to horrors and strange fears, in our bodies to aches, innumerable diseases and infirmities, in our goods to losses,
If then this be the state of euery man till he be in Christ, how doth it stand vs vpon to labour in this point aboue al things, that we may be true members of Christ? And that we may be incorporate into the bodie of Christ, three things must be practised.
If then this be the state of every man till he be in christ, how does it stand us upon to labour in this point above all things, that we may be true members of christ? And that we may be incorporate into the body of christ, three things must be practised.
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We must in the next place be humbled, that is, bee heartily grieued and displeased with our selues for our sinnes, purposing and resoluing by Gods grace neuer to returne to the practise of them,
We must in the next place be humbled, that is, be heartily grieved and displeased with our selves for our Sins, purposing and resolving by God's grace never to return to the practice of them,
If faith bee required to our ingrafting into Christ, to what vse serueth baptisme to Infants? who wanting actuall faith cannot be implanted into Christ,
If faith be required to our engrafting into christ, to what use serveth Baptism to Infants? who wanting actual faith cannot be implanted into christ,
and therefore this Sacrament can bee no seale vnto them of their incorporation. Infants borne in the Church are of two sort; some reprobate, some elect.
and Therefore this Sacrament can be no seal unto them of their incorporation. Infants born in the Church Are of two sort; Some Reprobate, Some elect.
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The former howsoeuer they haue the outward element conferred vnto thē, and are charitablie reputed of the Church to appertaine vnto the Couenant, (it leauing secret iudgements vnto God) yet before God they are not in the Couenant:
The former howsoever they have the outward element conferred unto them, and Are charitably reputed of the Church to appertain unto the Covenant, (it leaving secret Judgments unto God) yet before God they Are not in the Covenant:
yet to them it is not, but becomes altogether vnprofitable, and turneth to their greater iudgement and condemnâtion, by reason of their abuse & prophanation of the holy ordinance of God.
yet to them it is not, but becomes altogether unprofitable, and turns to their greater judgement and condemnâtion, by reason of their abuse & profanation of the holy Ordinance of God.
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Secondly, if by baptisme wee are ingrafted into Christ, then let vs walk as it becommeth the members of Christ. 2. Cor. 5.17. If any man be in Christ, let him be a new creature, that is, renewed in his minde, in his thoughts, in his purposes, in his desires, in his affections, in his speeches, in his actions and whole conuersation;
Secondly, if by Baptism we Are ingrafted into christ, then let us walk as it becomes the members of christ. 2. Cor. 5.17. If any man be in christ, let him be a new creature, that is, renewed in his mind, in his thoughts, in his Purposes, in his Desires, in his affections, in his Speeches, in his actions and Whole Conversation;
and to carrie and demeane our selues honestly, as it becommeth the members of Christ, being now made (as it were) free Citizens of the kingdome of heauen.
and to carry and demean our selves honestly, as it becomes the members of christ, being now made (as it were) free Citizens of the Kingdom of heaven.
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Thirdly, if by baptisme we are ingrafted into Christ, let vs endeuour and vse al good meanes daily to grow vp more and more with him in this spirituall coniunction.
Thirdly, if by Baptism we Are ingrafted into christ, let us endeavour and use all good means daily to grow up more and more with him in this spiritual conjunction.
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The members of the naturall bodie at the first are but small and slender, but still they grow in strength and receiue daily increase, till they come to their iust quantitie:
The members of the natural body At the First Are but small and slender, but still they grow in strength and receive daily increase, till they come to their just quantity:
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yet by the continuall vse of the Word and Sacraments, and by prayer, meditation, &c. wee must looke to receiue continual increase, growing from grace to grace till we come to be tall & strong men in Christ Iesus.
yet by the continual use of the Word and Sacraments, and by prayer, meditation, etc. we must look to receive continual increase, growing from grace to grace till we come to be tall & strong men in christ Iesus.
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semblablie, when as by baptisme wee are set into Christ, and make no progresse or proceedings in knowledge, in faith, in loue, in zeale, in godlinesse, in obedience, it is an argument wee are but dead branches,
semblably, when as by Baptism we Are Set into christ, and make no progress or proceedings in knowledge, in faith, in love, in zeal, in godliness, in Obedience, it is an argument we Are but dead branches,
Fourthly, here al parents are taught their dutie, as the common care of all is (which is commendable) by baptisme to bring their children into the Church,
Fourthly, Here all Parents Are taught their duty, as the Common care of all is (which is commendable) by Baptism to bring their children into the Church,
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so when they come to yeeres (which is commonly neglected of al) to instruct them touching the matter and vse of baptisme, a maine & principall point whereof is their infition into Christ, labouring to bring them to the sight and sense of their sinnes, to repentance vnfained for the same,
so when they come to Years (which is commonly neglected of all) to instruct them touching the matter and use of Baptism, a main & principal point whereof is their infition into christ, labouring to bring them to the sighed and sense of their Sins, to Repentance unfeigned for the same,
And heere a common abuse commeth to be taxed and reproued, when men depart foorth of the congregation in the time of administration, thereby manifesting their contempt of the holy Sacrament,
And Here a Common abuse comes to be taxed and reproved, when men depart forth of the congregation in the time of administration, thereby manifesting their contempt of the holy Sacrament,
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For the first, Christ is put on in his merit, when as by faith his righteousnesse and meritorious obedience is applied vnto iustification and saluation:
For the First, christ is put on in his merit, when as by faith his righteousness and meritorious Obedience is applied unto justification and salvation:
this is signed and sealed by the action of the Minister besprinkling the bodie of the partie baptized with water, thereby representing the blood of Christ, which being sprinkled vpon the soule by the hand of faith, purgeth and cleanseth it from all sinne, 1. Ioh. 1.7. Our dutie therfore which we learne from hence is this;
this is signed and sealed by the actium of the Minister besprinkling the body of the party baptised with water, thereby representing the blood of christ, which being sprinkled upon the soul by the hand of faith, Purgeth and Cleanseth it from all sin, 1. John 1.7. Our duty Therefore which we Learn from hence is this;
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that we are to labour aboue all things to bee purged and washed in our consciences from sinne, that our hearts being purified by faith, wee might stand blamelesse and without fault before God. Acts 22.16.
that we Are to labour above all things to be purged and washed in our Consciences from sin, that our hearts being purified by faith, we might stand blameless and without fault before God. Acts 22.16.
this is also signed and sealed in our baptisme, and for that cause we are said, Rom. 6.3. to be baptized into the death of Christ, because baptisme is the seale and sacrament of our mortification:
this is also signed and sealed in our Baptism, and for that cause we Are said, Rom. 6.3. to be baptised into the death of christ, Because Baptism is the seal and sacrament of our mortification:
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so we by the vertue of the same death should die vnto sinne, but also in the similitude of his resurrection, that as hee rose againe for our iustification,
so we by the virtue of the same death should die unto sin, but also in the similitude of his resurrection, that as he rose again for our justification,
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Our dutie is therefore to labour for spirituall regeneration, for so baptisme is termed by the Apostle, Titus 3.5. the lauer of the new birth, and renewing of the holy Ghost. Hereunto Paul exhorteth, Ephes. 4.22.24. and Phil. 3.9.10. alluding vnto baptisme.
Our duty is Therefore to labour for spiritual regeneration, for so Baptism is termed by the Apostle, Titus 3.5. the laver of the new birth, and renewing of the holy Ghost. Hereunto Paul exhorteth, Ephesians 4.22.24. and Philip 3.9.10. alluding unto Baptism.
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Our dutie is here to denie our selues, to take vp our crosse and follow Christ in his patience, in his meeknes, in his humilitie, in his loue, in his obedience:
Our duty is Here to deny our selves, to take up our cross and follow christ in his patience, in his meekness, in his humility, in his love, in his Obedience:
for it is but as a seale set to a blanke, the Apostle saith Circumcision verily prafiteth, &c. But if thou be a transgressour of the law, thy circumcision is made vncircumcision;
for it is but as a seal Set to a blank, the Apostle Says Circumcision verily prafiteth, etc. But if thou be a transgressor of the law, thy circumcision is made uncircumcision;
TO omit the coherence of these words with the former, because it maketh not much for the further vnderstanding or opening of this place, the words in themselues containe a briefe or summe of all that doctrine,
TO omit the coherence of these words with the former, Because it makes not much for the further understanding or opening of this place, the words in themselves contain a brief or sum of all that Doctrine,
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which is this, that the reuerence of Iehouah is the chiefe wisedome, and the gate or entrance to all wisedome, according to which whosoeuer doth order and frame his life, may be iustly called a wise man.
which is this, that the Reverence of Jehovah is the chief Wisdom, and the gate or Entrance to all Wisdom, according to which whosoever does order and frame his life, may be justly called a wise man.
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The second is a distrustfull feare, euery where discommended in Scripture and disallowed, as 1. Ioh. 4. perfect loue casteth out this feare of incredulitie.
The second is a distrustful Fear, every where discommended in Scripture and disallowed, as 1. John 4. perfect love Cast out this Fear of incredulity.
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The third is a feare proceeding from faith as a fruite of it, in which sense we are to speake of it in this place, being that which here is commended vnto vs:
The third is a Fear proceeding from faith as a fruit of it, in which sense we Are to speak of it in this place, being that which Here is commended unto us:
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Answera. The proper and direct obiect of feare is some euill, yet indirectly, and in the second place it respecteth the partie or person from whence the euill commeth;
Answera. The proper and Direct Object of Fear is Some evil, yet indirectly, and in the second place it respecteth the party or person from whence the evil comes;
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as hope first of all respecteth the good thing hoped for and next, the person of whom this good thing is to be receiued so the most direct and proper obiect of this feare is the displeasure of God, which is the onely euill to be feared and auoided of all men;
as hope First of all respecteth the good thing hoped for and next, the person of whom this good thing is to be received so the most Direct and proper Object of this Fear is the displeasure of God, which is the only evil to be feared and avoided of all men;
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First, it is put for God himselfe: Genes. 31.53. Iaakob sware by the feare of his father Izhak. Secondly, for his word and doctrine, Psal. 19.9. The feare of the Lord is cleare, &c. Thirdly, generally for the whole worship of God, Psalm. 34.9. Ionah. 1.9.
First, it is put for God himself: Genesis. 31.53. Jacob sware by the Fear of his father Isaac. Secondly, for his word and Doctrine, Psalm 19.9. The Fear of the Lord is clear, etc. Thirdly, generally for the Whole worship of God, Psalm. 34.9. Jonah. 1.9.
Fourthly, it is put for a speciall part of Gods worship, and signifieth this chast & filiall feare, that feare whereby the wife feareth the husband, and the childe the father; which may bee thus described.
Fourthly, it is put for a special part of God's worship, and signifies this chaste & filial Fear, that Fear whereby the wife fears the husband, and the child the father; which may be thus described.
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It is a peculiar gift of the holie Ghost in the regenerate, whereby a man, being resolued particularly and effectually of Gods presence, standeth in awe to displease him,
It is a peculiar gift of the holy Ghost in the regenerate, whereby a man, being resolved particularly and effectually of God's presence, Stands in awe to displease him,
Secondly, it is a peculiar gift to distinguish it from the common gifts of the Spirit, as Prophecie, which is a gift to interprete and expound Scripture; illumination;
Secondly, it is a peculiar gift to distinguish it from the Common Gifts of the Spirit, as Prophecy, which is a gift to interpret and expound Scripture; illumination;
The promising word, and therefore feareth lest through vnthankfulnesse and disobedience hee should depriue himselfe of the vse and fruite of the promise:
The promising word, and Therefore fears lest through unthankfulness and disobedience he should deprive himself of the use and fruit of the promise:
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Contrariwise, the feare of the wicked proceedeth from distrust, for he only setting before him the consideration of the curse, the iudgements of God due vnto him, hell, death,
Contrariwise, the Fear of the wicked Proceedeth from distrust, for he only setting before him the consideration of the curse, the Judgments of God due unto him, hell, death,
and damnation, vtterly despaireth of mercie, and his conscience, by the assistance of the holy Ghost, applying the curse, is ouerwhelmed with excessiue feare,
and damnation, utterly despaireth of mercy, and his conscience, by the assistance of the holy Ghost, applying the curse, is overwhelmed with excessive Fear,
for this is his damnable disposition that hee wisheth there were no God, the law were no law, sinne were not sinne, that he might still liue in the practise of his lusts without checke or controlement. They differe in the obiect:
for this is his damnable disposition that he wishes there were no God, the law were no law, sin were not sin, that he might still live in the practice of his Lustiest without check or controlment. They differ in the Object:
which how it may be, (seeing God is infinit and incomprehensible, and therefore cannot bee compassed within the narrow & staight bounds of humane reason and capacitie) it may be demanded.
which how it may be, (seeing God is infinite and incomprehensible, and Therefore cannot be compassed within the narrow & staight bounds of humane reason and capacity) it may be demanded.
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therfore the minde of man conceiueth him to be holy, &c. God hath reuealed himselfe in his creatures to be great, mightie, terrible, a God full of power, glorie, and Maiestie:
Therefore the mind of man conceiveth him to be holy, etc. God hath revealed himself in his creatures to be great, mighty, terrible, a God full of power, glory, and Majesty:
and is present at all mens actions, but also effectually, such as striketh the heart with an holy reuerence in regard of Gods Maiestie. Whereof there be two effects:
and is present At all men's actions, but also effectually, such as striketh the heart with an holy Reverence in regard of God's Majesty. Whereof there be two effects:
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first an awe, which is two-fold: First in respect of sinne, whereunto Dauid exhorteth Sauls Courtiers, Psal. 4.4. An example whereof wee haue in Ioseph, who being sollicited vnto folly by Potiphars wife, was hereby restrained, Genes. 19.9.
First an awe, which is twofold: First in respect of sin, whereunto David exhorteth Saul's Courtiers, Psalm 4.4. an Exampl whereof we have in Ioseph, who being solicited unto folly by Potiphars wife, was hereby restrained, Genesis. 19.9.
Secondly, in regard of punishment or chastisement, either present, whereunto Peter exhorteth, 1. Pet. 5.6. Examples whereof wee haue in Ely, 1. Sam. 3.18. and in Dauid, 2. Sam. 16.10. Psal. 39.9. and in Iob, Iob 1.21.
Secondly, in regard of punishment or chastisement, either present, whereunto Peter exhorteth, 1. Pet. 5.6. Examples whereof we have in Ely, 1. Sam. 3.18. and in David, 2. Sam. 16.10. Psalm 39.9. and in Job, Job 1.21.
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First, it is the gift of God, Esay 11.2. Ierem. 32.40. Secondly, it is commended vnto vs in Scripture; both by precept, Leuit. 19.14. which is a morall precept, and Matth. 10.28. and by practise;
First, it is the gift of God, Isaiah 11.2. Jeremiah 32.40. Secondly, it is commended unto us in Scripture; both by precept, Levites 19.14. which is a moral precept, and Matthew 10.28. and by practice;
in the example of Iehoshaphat, 2. Chron. 20.3. of Iosias, 2. King. 21.13. in the Prophet Habakkuk. Hab. 3.16. in Dauid, Psal. 119.120. in Iob, Iob. 31.23. and in Christ:
in the Exampl of Jehoshaphat, 2. Chronicles 20.3. of Iosias, 2. King. 21.13. in the Prophet Habakkuk. Hab. 3.16. in David, Psalm 119.120. in Job, Job 31.23. and in christ:
And if God be to be feared, why not his wrath? and if hee would haue vs to feare the sword of the Magistrate, why not his owne? considering that the sword of the Magistrate is his owne sword.
And if God be to be feared, why not his wrath? and if he would have us to Fear the sword of the Magistrate, why not his own? considering that the sword of the Magistrate is his own sword.
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And why doth God threaten so many plagues euen to his children, but to this end that they might feare them? And if it displease God that we are senselesse,
And why does God threaten so many plagues even to his children, but to this end that they might Fear them? And if it displease God that we Are senseless,
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and not grieued and moued when hee doth afflict vs, Ierem. 5.3. doth it not also displease him that wee doe not feare when he threatneth? Yea what father or person in authoritie aboue other is there among men, that doth not loue to haue his threats feared of his children and inferiours? Fifthly, this feare is very many waies profitable and necessarie:
and not grieved and moved when he does afflict us, Jeremiah 5.3. does it not also displease him that we do not Fear when he threatens? Yea what father or person in Authority above other is there among men, that does not love to have his Treats feared of his children and inferiors? Fifthly, this Fear is very many ways profitable and necessary:
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An example of this we haue in Paul, who by reason of those feares in his first conuersiō, wherwith he was strangely smitten and astonied, was greatly cast downe,
an Exampl of this we have in Paul, who by reason of those fears in his First conversion, wherewith he was strangely smitten and astonished, was greatly cast down,
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for what is the cause why Atheists, Epicures, and prophane wretches, doe sinne without all shame and regard of common honestie? but that they haue cast out of their hearts all feare of God,
for what is the cause why Atheists, Epicureans, and profane wretches, do sin without all shame and regard of Common honesty? but that they have cast out of their hearts all Fear of God,
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To this the Lord exhorteth Abraham, Genes. 17.1. and examples hereof we haue in Enoch, Genes. 3. and Noah, Genes. 6. who both of them receiued this testimonie that they walked with God:
To this the Lord exhorteth Abraham, Genesis. 17.1. and Examples hereof we have in Enoch, Genesis. 3. and Noah, Genesis. 6. who both of them received this testimony that they walked with God:
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who standeth in awe of him, but vpon euery occasion yeeldeth vnto sinne? who is patient? who studieth to please & glorifie God? howsoeuer many professe the same outwardly.
who Stands in awe of him, but upon every occasion yields unto sin? who is patient? who studieth to please & Glorify God? howsoever many profess the same outwardly.
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If hee be to doe any part of Gods worship either priuate or publike, hee will doe it with reuerence, with care to glorifie God, to profit others and himselfe:
If he be to do any part of God's worship either private or public, he will do it with Reverence, with care to Glorify God, to profit Others and himself:
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Now to make conscience of sinne, is, when a man in consideration of Gods presence and commandement, abstaineth from sinne euen then when he is strongly tempted thereunto: as Ioseph did:
Now to make conscience of sin, is, when a man in consideration of God's presence and Commandment, abstaineth from sin even then when he is strongly tempted thereunto: as Ioseph did:
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and good reason, because of that domesticall and inbred enemie of deceit, which is deepely fixed in euery mans heart by nature, Iere. 17.9 Secondly, a continuall care and watchfulnes ouer the heart and life,
and good reason, Because of that domestical and inbred enemy of deceit, which is deeply fixed in every men heart by nature, Jeremiah 17.9 Secondly, a continual care and watchfulness over the heart and life,
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so that no man should haue knowne it, but euen then the feare of God withheld him. So also Prou. 8.13. Iob 31.23. Againe, there is this conscience of morall obedience:
so that no man should have known it, but even then the Fear of God withheld him. So also Prou. 8.13. Job 31.23. Again, there is this conscience of moral Obedience:
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for these two be alwaies coupled together: Eccles. 12.13. Pro. 14.2. Psal. 112.1. Acts 10.35. To feare at the hearing of Gods iudgements threatned in his word, or executed in the world. Esay 66.5. Heare the word of God, yee that tremble at his word. And the Prophet Habakkuk 3.16.
for these two be always coupled together: Eccles. 12.13. Pro 14.2. Psalm 112.1. Acts 10.35. To Fear At the hearing of God's Judgments threatened in his word, or executed in the world. Isaiah 66.5. Hear the word of God, ye that tremble At his word. And the Prophet Habakkuk 3.16.
And to bee silent and wonder at the remembrance of the iudgements of God, as did Aaron, who held his peace when his two sons were destroyed by fire from the Lord, Leu. 10.3. and to be prouoked by them to repentance, which is the right vse of al his iudgments, they being reall sermons, which vse our Sauiour teacheth vs, Luk. 13.3. To feare God more then men:
And to be silent and wonder At the remembrance of the Judgments of God, as did Aaron, who held his peace when his two Sons were destroyed by fire from the Lord, Leu. 10.3. and to be provoked by them to Repentance, which is the right use of all his Judgments, they being real Sermons, which use our Saviour Teaches us, Luk. 13.3. To Fear God more then men:
and therefore to preferre obediēce vnto his commandements before mans, as did the Ebrew Midwiues, Exod. 1.17. and the Apostles, Acts 5.29. and to dread more the shame which God cā bring vpon vs, then the shame of men:
and Therefore to prefer Obedience unto his Commandments before men, as did the Hebrew Midwives, Exod 1.17. and the Apostles, Acts 5.29. and to dread more the shame which God can bring upon us, then the shame of men:
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and Christ will bee ashamed of him. Humilitie: for these two are ioyned together, and haue one reward assigned vnto them, Prou. 22.4. the reward of humilitie, and of the feare of God is riches, glory and life. Desire of knowledge:
and christ will be ashamed of him. Humility: for these two Are joined together, and have one reward assigned unto them, Prou. 22.4. the reward of humility, and of the Fear of God is riches, glory and life. Desire of knowledge:
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Hauing shewed both what this holy feare is, and which bee the markes and signes thereof, it followeth now that wee speake of the third generall things propounded,
Having showed both what this holy Fear is, and which bee the marks and Signs thereof, it follows now that we speak of the third general things propounded,
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First, meditation and serious consideration of God, and that, first of his authoritie, rule, and absolute dominion ouer all things, which ought to strike a reuerence into all;
First, meditation and serious consideration of God, and that, First of his Authority, Rule, and absolute dominion over all things, which ought to strike a Reverence into all;
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euen as Princes, Magistrates, and Superiours, are feared for their authority. Secondly, of the glorie, maiestie, and sublimitie of God, who is aboue al creatures:
even as Princes, Magistrates, and Superiors, Are feared for their Authority. Secondly, of the glory, majesty, and sublimity of God, who is above all creatures:
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nay, in whose presence the Angels are not pure, Esay 6.2. and the Sunne is darkenes, and at whose becke all creatures are subiect as his hoast and armie, to execute his will.
nay, in whose presence the Angels Are not pure, Isaiah 6.2. and the Sun is darkness, and At whose beck all creatures Are Subject as his host and army, to execute his will.
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Thirdly, the basenes of man, both in respect of his weakenes, (who is not able to stand before God and to behold his presence, no more then the brittle glasse to hold strong liquour:
Thirdly, the baseness of man, both in respect of his weakness, (who is not able to stand before God and to behold his presence, no more then the brittle glass to hold strong liquour:
and that this corruptible must put on incorruption before it can enter into glorie) and as also in regard of sin, the conscience and guilt wherof maketh a man afraid,
and that this corruptible must put on incorruption before it can enter into glory) and as also in regard of since, the conscience and guilt whereof makes a man afraid,
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and ashamed to come neere to God, as may appeare in Adam, Genes. 3. who after his fall, being ashamed of Gods presence, sewed fig tree leaues together and made aprons to couer his nakednesse,
and ashamed to come near to God, as may appear in Adam, Genesis. 3. who After his fallen, being ashamed of God's presence, sewed fig tree leaves together and made aprons to cover his nakedness,
Dauid praied for this grace particularly, Psal. 86.11. and God gaue it him; for he testifieth of himselfe that his flesh trembled for feare of Gods iudgements.
David prayed for this grace particularly, Psalm 86.11. and God gave it him; for he Testifieth of himself that his Flesh trembled for Fear of God's Judgments.
God hath also promised to bestow it vpon his children, Ieremie 32.40. Thirdly, the deniall of our selues, especially of our fleshly wisedome. Prou. 3.7. Be not wise in thine owne eyes:
God hath also promised to bestow it upon his children, Ieremie 32.40. Thirdly, the denial of our selves, especially of our fleshly Wisdom. Prou. 3.7. Be not wise in thine own eyes:
Come we now to the fourth point, which is the motiues whereby wee may be perswaded to seeke after this heauenly grace: and they be these. First the commandement of God:
Come we now to the fourth point, which is the motives whereby we may be persuaded to seek After this heavenly grace: and they be these. First the Commandment of God:
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Secondly, the examples of holy men that haue herein gone before vs, as of Abraham, Gen. 22.12. of Iacob, and Izhak. Genes. 31.42. and 53. of Ioseph, Genes. 39.9. of Dauid, 1. Chron. 13 12. of Iob, 1.1. of Simeon, Luke 2.25. of Cornelius, Acts 10.2.
Secondly, the Examples of holy men that have herein gone before us, as of Abraham, Gen. 22.12. of Iacob, and Isaac. Genesis. 31.42. and 53. of Ioseph, Genesis. 39.9. of David, 1. Chronicles 13 12. of Job, 1.1. of Simeon, Lycia 2.25. of Cornelius, Acts 10.2.
Then obedience, and grace to liue well, Psal. 25.12. The loue and fauour of God, Psal. 103.17. life eternall, Prou. 22.4. Prou. 19.23. and happinesse, Psal. 112.1. Prou. 28.14. Secondly, for temporall good things:
Then Obedience, and grace to live well, Psalm 25.12. The love and favour of God, Psalm 103.17. life Eternal, Prou. 22.4. Prou. 19.23. and happiness, Psalm 112.1. Prou. 28.14. Secondly, for temporal good things:
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God hath promised to them that feare him prosperitie, Psal. 34.9.10. Psal. 112.3. Glorie and honour, Prouerbs 22.4. A good condition of life, together with the continuance of the same, and immunitie from euill, Prou. 19.23. long life on earth and length of daies, Prou. 10.27. The blessing of children and posteritie, Psal. 112.2. Psalme 25.13. Protection from dangers, Psal. 33.18.19. All which good promises haue bin fulfilled in Abraham, Dauid, and their posteritie.
God hath promised to them that Fear him Prosperity, Psalm 34.9.10. Psalm 112.3. Glory and honour, Proverbs 22.4. A good condition of life, together with the Continuance of the same, and immunity from evil, Prou. 19.23. long life on earth and length of days, Prou. 10.27. The blessing of children and posterity, Psalm 112.2. Psalm 25.13. Protection from dangers, Psalm 33.18.19. All which good promises have been fulfilled in Abraham, David, and their posterity.
Yea in one word, God hath promised to them which haue this grace, all good things both temporal and spiritual; as Psal. 25.13. His soule shall dwell at ease;
Yea in one word, God hath promised to them which have this grace, all good things both temporal and spiritual; as Psalm 25.13. His soul shall dwell At ease;
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It teacheth a man to obserue the golden rule of mediocrity in euery estate of life, Eccles. 7.20.21. It restraineth and hindreth vs from sinne, Prou. 14.2.16. Iob. 1.1. It giueth true and inuincible fortitude in the midst of the greatest dangers, Psal. 112.7. Exod. 18.21. Men of courage, & fearing God, these two are ioyned together.
It Teaches a man to observe the golden Rule of mediocrity in every estate of life, Eccles. 7.20.21. It restraineth and hindereth us from sin, Prou. 14.2.16. Job 1.1. It gives true and invincible fortitude in the midst of the greatest dangers, Psalm 112.7. Exod 18.21. Men of courage, & fearing God, these two Are joined together.
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An example whereof we haue in Elisha, 2. King. 6.16. and in Hezekiah, 2. Chron. 32.7. and in the Martyrs, who haue despised the threatnings of Tyrants, and haue remained vndaunted in the midst of the flames:
an Exampl whereof we have in Elisha, 2. King. 6.16. and in Hezekiah, 2. Chronicles 32.7. and in the Martyrs, who have despised the threatenings of Tyrants, and have remained undaunted in the midst of the flames:
Fifthly, let vs call to minde the threatnings which God hath denounced against them which feare him not, Deut. 28.58.59. and against securitie, Deut. 29.19.20. Lastly, let vs consider how dangerous the estate of a secure man is, which chieflie appeareth in these three things:
Fifthly, let us call to mind the threatenings which God hath denounced against them which Fear him not, Deuteronomy 28.58.59. and against security, Deuteronomy 29.19.20. Lastly, let us Consider how dangerous the estate of a secure man is, which chiefly appears in these three things:
The syllogisme at large may thus be framed: If sanctificatiō be a sure mark of election, thē saith is so, because sanctification is an inseparable fruit of faith: But sanctification is a sure marke of election: Therefore, &c.
The syllogism At large may thus be framed: If sanctification be a sure mark of election, them Says is so, Because sanctification is an inseparable fruit of faith: But sanctification is a sure mark of election: Therefore, etc.
