The combat betvveene Christ and the Diuell displayed: or A commentarie vpon the temptations of Christ: preached in Cambridge by that reuerend and iudicious diuine M. William Perkins
THE eleuen first verses of this chapter do conteine a briefe description of Christes tēptations, wherof I haue chosen to intreat, hauing formerly handled the doctrine of Conscience, because all that endeuour either to get or keepe a good conscience, are most of all subiect to temptations:
THE eleuen First Verses of this chapter do contain a brief description of Christ's temptations, whereof I have chosen to entreat, having formerly handled the Doctrine of Conscience, Because all that endeavour either to get or keep a good conscience, Are most of all Subject to temptations:
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First, A Preface or preparation to a Combate betweene Christ and the Diuell, vers. 1. 2. Secondly, The combate or conflict it selfe, vers. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Thirdly, The issue or euent of this combate, vers. 11. I. Part. The Preparation to the combate hath two parts:
First, A Preface or preparation to a Combat between christ and the devil, vers. 1. 2. Secondly, The combat or conflict it self, vers. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Thirdly, The issue or event of this combat, vers. 11. I Part. The Preparation to the combat hath two parts:
First, Christs going foorth to that place where the combate was to be fought, vers. 1. Secondly, his abode & conuersing in that place, vers. 2. 1. Christs going forth to the place is set out by sundry circumstances of the Euangelists:
First, Christ going forth to that place where the combat was to be fought, vers. 1. Secondly, his Abided & conversing in that place, vers. 2. 1. Christ going forth to the place is Set out by sundry Circumstances of the Evangelists:
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I. Circumstance. The time when Christ went foorth to be tempted is noted in this word Then: what time this was, we shall see in the end of the former chapter, where is set downe the baptisme of our Sauiour Christ by Iohn in the riuer Iordan;
I Circumstance. The time when christ went forth to be tempted is noted in this word Then: what time this was, we shall see in the end of the former chapter, where is Set down the Baptism of our Saviour christ by John in the river Iordan;
for immediately thereupon, The Holy ghost descended vpon him like a doue, and a voice came from heauen, saying, This is my welbeloued sonne in whom I am well pleased.
for immediately thereupon, The Holy ghost descended upon him like a dove, and a voice Come from heaven, saying, This is my well-beloved son in whom I am well pleased.
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euen then immediately without any delay was he driuen forth, as Marke saith, chapt. 1. 12. The vse. In that Christ is no sooner baptized, but he is presently tempted, we learne;
even then immediately without any Delay was he driven forth, as Mark Says, Chapter. 1. 12. The use. In that christ is no sooner baptised, but he is presently tempted, we Learn;
for Christ heere teacheth by his owne example, that all those who haue receiued the inward baptism of the spirit, whereby they haue effectually put off sinne,
for christ Here Teaches by his own Exampl, that all those who have received the inward Baptism of the Spirit, whereby they have effectually put off sin,
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and to performe their vow of baptisme, and they shal vndoubtedly find in themselues the truth of this doctrine, That all that are baptized into Christ, shalbe tempted of the Diuell.
and to perform their Voelli of Baptism, and they shall undoubtedly find in themselves the truth of this Doctrine, That all that Are baptised into christ, shall tempted of the devil.
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When Moses was first called to be the guide and conducter of Gods people out of Egypt, hauing slaine an Egyptian in defence of one of his brethren, vpon knowledge of the fact he was fain to flie from Pharaos court into the land of Madian,
When Moses was First called to be the guide and Conductor of God's people out of Egypt, having slain an Egyptian in defence of one of his brothers, upon knowledge of the fact he was fain to fly from Pharaohs court into the land of Midian,
first to teach them, that no man is able of himselfe, to carry himselfe in any acceptable course of his calling without Gods speciall assistance and grace.
First to teach them, that no man is able of himself, to carry himself in any acceptable course of his calling without God's special assistance and grace.
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3. 1. And when Ahab went to fight against the king of Syriah, Satan became a lying spirit in the mouth of 400. prophets & mo, 1. King. 22. 22. This is that great red dragon, that with his taile drew downe the third part of the starres of heauen, that is, of the ministers and preachers of the word, and cast them to the earth, Reuel.
3. 1. And when Ahab went to fight against the King of Syria, Satan became a lying Spirit in the Mouth of 400. Prophets & more, 1. King. 22. 22. This is that great read dragon, that with his tail drew down the third part of the Stars of heaven, that is, of the Ministers and Preachers of the word, and cast them to the earth, Revel.
12. 13. 4. This is he that desired to winnow the Disciples as wheat, Luk. 22. 31. And as the king of Aram said of Ahab, fight not against small nor great,
12. 13. 4. This is he that desired to winnow the Disciples as wheat, Luk. 22. 31. And as the King of Aram said of Ahab, fight not against small nor great,
but against the king of Israel only, 1. King. 22. 31. So Satan fighteth not against any so much as the Prophets of Israel, the ministers of the Church.
but against the King of Israel only, 1. King. 22. 31. So Satan fights not against any so much as the prophets of Israel, the Ministers of the Church.
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Fourthly, in that Christ is tempted before he go to preach, we learne that it is good and profitable for Gods ministers to be exercised with temptations euen of satan himselfe, & that for sundry causes;
Fourthly, in that christ is tempted before he go to preach, we Learn that it is good and profitable for God's Ministers to be exercised with temptations even of satan himself, & that for sundry Causes;
Againe, S. Marke saying, the Spirit droue him into the wildernesse, giueth vs further to vnderstand, that this motion in Christ from the spirit, was a peculiar motion, not forced or constrained,
Again, S. Mark saying, the Spirit drove him into the Wilderness, gives us further to understand, that this motion in christ from the Spirit, was a peculiar motion, not forced or constrained,
Again, by the spirit here, is not meant the Diuell or an euill spirit, but the Holy spirit of God: he it was that moued Christ to goe into the wildernesse;
Again, by the Spirit Here, is not meant the devil or an evil Spirit, but the Holy Spirit of God: he it was that moved christ to go into the Wilderness;
After Christ was baptized in Iordan by Iohn, hee willingly tooke his iourney into the wildernesse, being moued thereunto by a speciall and strong instinct of Gods holy spirit, wherwith he was filled aboue measure.
After christ was baptised in Iordan by John, he willingly took his journey into the Wilderness, being moved thereunto by a special and strong instinct of God's holy Spirit, wherewith he was filled above measure.
first the exceeding holinesse of Christs manhood, in that he moued not from one place to another, without the speciall instinct and direction of the spirit of God.
First the exceeding holiness of Christ manhood, in that he moved not from one place to Another, without the special instinct and direction of the Spirit of God.
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for this is the true note of euery child of God to be led by the spirit, Rom. 8. 14. where the Apostle vseth the same word that S. Luke doth speaking of this leading of our Sauiour to be tempted:
for this is the true note of every child of God to be led by the Spirit, Rom. 8. 14. where the Apostle uses the same word that S. Lycia does speaking of this leading of our Saviour to be tempted:
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when God said, Seek ye my face, Dauids hart answered, I seeke thy face O Lord, Psal. 27. 8. and thus doing we shall suffer our selues to be directed and guided by the Holy ghost,
when God said, Seek you my face, David heart answered, I seek thy face Oh Lord, Psalm 27. 8. and thus doing we shall suffer our selves to be directed and guided by the Holy ghost,
for he could not touch Iob, or ought he had till God gaue him leaue; nor enter into the heard of swine, till Christ said, go; but temptations come by Gods most iust permission,
for he could not touch Job, or ought he had till God gave him leave; nor enter into the herd of Swine, till christ said, go; but temptations come by God's most just permission,
for hee casteth away none that be mighty & valiant of courage, Iob. 36. 1. he will giue an issue with the temptations, 1. Cor. 10. 13. from whence we learne sundry good instructions.
for he Cast away none that be mighty & valiant of courage, Job 36. 1. he will give an issue with the temptations, 1. Cor. 10. 13. from whence we Learn sundry good instructions.
but rather count it exceeding great ioy, Iam, 1. 2. because it is Gods blessed will and ordinance that Satan and euery Christian should enter combat and conflict,
but rather count it exceeding great joy, Iam, 1. 2. Because it is God's blessed will and Ordinance that Satan and every Christian should enter combat and conflict,
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thus Paul went bound in the spirit to Hierusalem, that is, he willingly followed the motion of the Holy ghost, which inwardly enforced him to go thither.
thus Paul went bound in the Spirit to Jerusalem, that is, he willingly followed the motion of the Holy ghost, which inwardly Enforced him to go thither.
yet did willingly offer themselues into the hands of their persecutours, and endured the violence of their torments, which wee must thinke they did by a special motion of the Holy ghost;
yet did willingly offer themselves into the hands of their persecutors, and endured the violence of their torments, which we must think they did by a special motion of the Holy ghost;
so likewise if a man follow his calling according to Gods will, and thereupon fall into troubles and temptations, he may not seeke to escape them by neglecting his duty,
so likewise if a man follow his calling according to God's will, and thereupon fallen into Troubles and temptations, he may not seek to escape them by neglecting his duty,
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Heere it may well be asked, whether a man can lawfully and with good conscience abide in those places which are certainly knowen to be haunted with euill spirits? Answ. Some indeed are so venturous & bold that they feare nothing:
Here it may well be asked, whither a man can lawfully and with good conscience abide in those places which Are Certainly known to be haunted with evil spirits? Answer some indeed Are so venturous & bold that they Fear nothing:
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or defiled by oppression and bloud, or such like abhominations, why should wee without warrant from God, put our selues into his hands? This also may serue to reprooue those men who presume so much vpō their strong faith, that they neuer sticke to thrust themselues into most lewd company:
or defiled by oppression and blood, or such like abominations, why should we without warrant from God, put our selves into his hands? This also may serve to reprove those men who presume so much upon their strong faith, that they never stick to thrust themselves into most lewd company:
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for there he hath a throne, Reuel. 2. 13. How then can it be, that they should cleane escape the infection of sinne, who do vsually conuerse with those that commit it without controlement? He that walketh with the wise (sayth Salomon) shall be wise; but a companion of fooles shall be made woorse: so the words signifie:
for there he hath a throne, Revel. 2. 13. How then can it be, that they should clean escape the infection of sin, who do usually converse with those that commit it without controlment? He that walks with the wise (say Solomon) shall be wise; but a Companion of Fools shall be made Worse: so the words signify:
When Saul was anointed to be king, the text sayth, God gaue him another heart. 1. Sam. 10. 9. And when Dauid was made of a shepheard a king, he was furnished for that place,
When Saul was anointed to be King, the text say, God gave him Another heart. 1. Sam. 10. 9. And when David was made of a shepherd a King, he was furnished for that place,
Thus the Apostles of our Sauiour Christ, of poore fisher-men, altogether vnlettered, by the gift of Christs calling, were made able ministers of the New testament, and so became indeed fishers of men, Mark.
Thus the Apostles of our Saviour christ, of poor fishermen, altogether unlettered, by the gift of Christ calling, were made able Ministers of the New Testament, and so became indeed Fishers of men, Mark.
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but no such thing befalleth them, nay it is plaine, they remaine the same men they were before, without any change at all in respect of gifts fit for such persons as they pretend themselues to be.
but no such thing befalls them, nay it is plain, they remain the same men they were before, without any change At all in respect of Gifts fit for such Persons as they pretend themselves to be.
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Now then it behoueth vs all to become new men, and to leade new liues fitting and sutable to our holy calling, giuing our selues wholly to the honour and seruice of God, shewing hereby, that we are hereunto called by his spirit of grace and holinesse,
Now then it behooves us all to become new men, and to lead new lives fitting and suitable to our holy calling, giving our selves wholly to the honour and service of God, showing hereby, that we Are hereunto called by his Spirit of grace and holiness,
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so shall we walke woorthy of the Lord, and shew foorth the vertues of him that hath called vs, 1. Pet. 2. 9. III. Circumstance. How Christ went furnished into this place of combate:
so shall we walk worthy of the Lord, and show forth the Virtues of him that hath called us, 1. Pet. 2. 9. III. Circumstance. How christ went furnished into this place of combat:
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being an infant he had a full measure of gifts fit for his infancie, and still as his growth in yeres required moe graces of the spirit, he increased therein, hauing in his youth & in his riper yeres full measure of gifts fit for his estate in those times.
being an infant he had a full measure of Gifts fit for his infancy, and still as his growth in Years required more graces of the Spirit, he increased therein, having in his youth & in his riper Years full measure of Gifts fit for his estate in those times.
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And at his baptisme being inaugurated into his Mediatourship, he receiued such fulnesse of the spirit as was behoouefull for so high an office, which because it was farre greater than before he needed,
And At his Baptism being inaugurated into his Mediatorship, he received such fullness of the Spirit as was behooveful for so high an office, which Because it was Far greater than before he needed,
But. S. Luke sayth plainly, that Iesus increased in wisdome, and stature, and in fauour with God and men, Luk. 2. 52. Againe, Christ was like vnto man in all things, sinne only excepted, and therefore did increase in grace as man doth in gifts from time to time.
But. S. Lycia say plainly, that Iesus increased in Wisdom, and stature, and in favour with God and men, Luk. 2. 52. Again, christ was like unto man in all things, sin only excepted, and Therefore did increase in grace as man does in Gifts from time to time.
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But seeing the Holy-ghost doth not define what wildernes this was, we are not curiously to inquire after it, but only know it was a desert and solitary place.
But seeing the Holy ghost does not define what Wilderness this was, we Are not curiously to inquire After it, but only know it was a desert and solitary place.
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but he gets himselfe to a desert place void of all pompe and glory, where he meant to begin this great worke for vs by encountring with our chiefest aduersary.
but he gets himself to a desert place void of all pomp and glory, where he meant to begin this great work for us by encountering with our chiefest adversary.
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so our Sauiour CHRIST with the vaile of his flesh in this base estate and solitary place did couer the glory of his Godhead, that Satan seeing him only in this low degree, might be the more eager and bolde to set vpon him.
so our Saviour CHRIST with the veil of his Flesh in this base estate and solitary place did cover the glory of his Godhead, that Satan seeing him only in this low degree, might be the more eager and bold to Set upon him.
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And that Satan takes aduantage of such solitarinesse, appeares by his tempting of Eue, when she was apart from her husband, Ge. 3. 1. Fourthly, the praise and honour of this victory ouer Satan, was peculiar to Christ,
And that Satan Takes advantage of such solitariness, appears by his tempting of Eue, when she was apart from her husband, Ge. 3. 1. Fourthly, the praise and honour of this victory over Satan, was peculiar to christ,
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and therefore Christ chose a desert place for this combate apart from all humane society, that no man might challenge any part of this glory to himselfe,
and Therefore christ chosen a desert place for this combat apart from all humane society, that no man might challenge any part of this glory to himself,
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Fiftly, he went into a desert place for a time, that afterward he might thence returne with more credit, reuerence and authority to exercise his propheticall office:
Fifty, he went into a desert place for a time, that afterwards he might thence return with more credit, Reverence and Authority to exercise his prophetical office:
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Secondly, Christ did thus sequester himselfe but once for a certeine time: but with them, an Heremiticall estate is ordinary and perpetuall for their whole life.
Secondly, christ did thus sequester himself but once for a certain time: but with them, an Heremitical estate is ordinary and perpetual for their Whole life.
and thus the Israelites tempted God, when they required meat for their lust, and sayd, can God prepare a table in the wildernesse? Psal. 78. 18. 19. The Diuell tempteth when he allureth vnto sinne, by inward suggestions or outward obiects;
and thus the Israelites tempted God, when they required meat for their lust, and said, can God prepare a table in the Wilderness? Psalm 78. 18. 19. The devil tempts when he Allureth unto sin, by inward suggestions or outward objects;
for as he is Creator of heauen and earth, so Satan had no power to tempt him, for God can not be tempted with euill, Iam. 1. 13. But here Christ stood in our roome and sted (as he did vpon the Crosse) encountring with Satan for vs,
for as he is Creator of heaven and earth, so Satan had no power to tempt him, for God can not be tempted with evil, Iam. 1. 13. But Here christ stood in our room and stead (as he did upon the Cross) encountering with Satan for us,
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This therefore must be vnderstood as a part of Christes humiliation in his manhood, whereto he subiected himselfe for our sakes, otherwise the Diuell could not haue tempted him.
This Therefore must be understood as a part of Christ's humiliation in his manhood, whereto he subjected himself for our sakes, otherwise the devil could not have tempted him.
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Thus he tempted Iudas, by casting into him this euill thought, Iudas betray thy Master. And so dealeth hee with Christ in this temptation, he conueyed to his mind or apprehension, the vnrighteous cogitations of vnbeleefe, idolatry, and couetousnesse;
Thus he tempted Iudas, by casting into him this evil Thought, Iudas betray thy Master. And so deals he with christ in this temptation, he conveyed to his mind or apprehension, the unrighteous cogitations of unbelief, idolatry, and covetousness;
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for though a man do not approue, neither enterteine with delight, the Diuels temptations, yet shall he hardly keepe himselfe from the staine and taint of sin,
for though a man do not approve, neither entertain with delight, the Devils temptations, yet shall he hardly keep himself from the stain and taint of since,
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but by the power of grace did repel them more strongly than they were offered. Put a burning match to tinder or gunpowder, and it will kindle presently;
but by the power of grace did repel them more strongly than they were offered. Put a burning match to tinder or gunpowder, and it will kindle presently;
our corrupt hearts like tinder do easily suffer corruption to kindle in vs; but Christes most holy heart did presently like water quench the euill of Satans motions.
our corrupt hearts like tinder do Easily suffer corruption to kindle in us; but Christ's most holy heart did presently like water quench the evil of Satan motions.
Among other temptations that befall men in Gods church, the Diuell doth mightily assault some men by casting into their minds most fearefull motions of blasphemie against God the Father, the Sonne and the Holy-ghost, whereby he doth greatly astonish them and bring them to despaire.
Among other temptations that befall men in God's Church, the devil does mightily assault Some men by casting into their minds most fearful motions of blasphemy against God the Father, the Son and the Holy ghost, whereby he does greatly astonish them and bring them to despair.
First, such as arise from the flesh, that is, from our corrupt nature; and the very first motions of these are sinnes, forbidden in the tenth commandement.
First, such as arise from the Flesh, that is, from our corrupt nature; and the very First motions of these Are Sins, forbidden in the tenth Commandment.
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which plainly confuteth the common opinion of ignorant people, who thinke those that are tempted by the Diuell to be most vile and wicked men, such as haue forsaken God,
which plainly confuteth the Common opinion of ignorant people, who think those that Are tempted by the devil to be most vile and wicked men, such as have forsaken God,
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and that exceeding sore, hauing the same troubles and vexations thereby arising in his minde that wee haue, insomuch as the Angels came to minister cōfort vnto him, vers. 11. Gods dearest children therefore may and must be tempted,
and that exceeding soar, having the same Troubles and vexations thereby arising in his mind that we have, insomuch as the Angels Come to minister Comfort unto him, vers. 11. God's dearest children Therefore may and must be tempted,
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Thirdly Christ was tempted, that he might be a mercifull high priest, vnto them that are tempted, Heb. 2. 17. 18. for himselfe knowing the trouble and anguish of temptation, must needes in a more compassionate fellow-feeling of their miseries bee readie to helpe and comfort his members when they are tempted.
Thirdly christ was tempted, that he might be a merciful high priest, unto them that Are tempted, Hebrew 2. 17. 18. for himself knowing the trouble and anguish of temptation, must needs in a more compassionate fellow-feeling of their misery's be ready to help and Comfort his members when they Are tempted.
as when he told Eue, they must not die though they did eate of the forbidden fruit, Genes. 3. 4. which was as much as if he had said, God doth but deceiue you with that threatning, yee shall not die at all.
as when he told Eue, they must not die though they did eat of the forbidden fruit, Genesis. 3. 4. which was as much as if he had said, God does but deceive you with that threatening, ye shall not die At all.
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thus he dealt against godly Iob, by the Lordes owne confession Iob. 2. 3. Thirdly, he accuseth man to man, by ingendring vngodly and vncharitable surmises and suspicions in one man against another,
thus he dealt against godly Job, by the lords own Confessi Job 2. 3. Thirdly, he Accuseth man to man, by engendering ungodly and uncharitable surmises and suspicions in one man against Another,
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and for this cause is he said to worke in the children of disobedience, Ephes. 2. 2. and their wisdome is said to be diuellish, who haue bitter enuying and strife in their heart, Iam. 3. 14. 15. The vse. From this very name we are to be admonished of two things:
and for this cause is he said to work in the children of disobedience, Ephesians 2. 2. and their Wisdom is said to be devilish, who have bitter envying and strife in their heart, Iam. 3. 14. 15. The use. From this very name we Are to be admonished of two things:
Paul telling Timothie, that a minister must not be a nouice, lest he be puffed vp and fall into the condemnation of the diuell, vseth such a word for the diuels name as signifieth a false accuser or slanderer, to shew vnto vs that such a one is a diuell incarnate:
Paul telling Timothy, that a minister must not be a novice, lest he be puffed up and fallen into the condemnation of the Devil, uses such a word for the Devils name as signifies a false accuser or slanderer, to show unto us that such a one is a Devil incarnate:
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When Elymas the sorcerer would haue turned away Sergius Paulus from the faith, Paul cals him, full of all subtilty and mischiefe, the childe of the diuell.
When Elymas the sorcerer would have turned away Sergius Paulus from the faith, Paul calls him, full of all subtlety and mischief, the child of the Devil.
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HEe•• is the second part of Christs preparation to this combate, namely his abode in the wildernesse, which is set out vnto vs by foure arguments: I. by his fasting forty daies and fortie nights, noted in the words of this verse. II. by his abode with wilde beasts, noted by S. Mark. chap. 1. 12. III. by his enduring of temptations within the space of these fortie daies and fortie nights, Luk. 4. 2. though in particular those be not set downe by any Euangelist. IV. by his hunger after fortie daies fasting, in the end of this verse. Of these in order.
HEe•• is the second part of Christ preparation to this combat, namely his Abided in the Wilderness, which is Set out unto us by foure Arguments: I by his fasting forty days and fortie nights, noted in the words of this verse. II by his Abided with wild beasts, noted by S. Mark. chap. 1. 12. III. by his enduring of temptations within the Molle of these fortie days and fortie nights, Luk. 4. 2. though in particular those be not Set down by any Evangelist. IV. by his hunger After fortie days fasting, in the end of this verse. Of these in order.
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first the daily fast of temperance and sobrietie, whereby wee vse Gods creatures for our sustenance with that moderation and abstinence, that we rather giue lesse to natures appetite, then that which it desireth:
First the daily fast of temperance and sobriety, whereby we use God's creatures for our sustenance with that moderation and abstinence, that we rather give less to nature's appetite, then that which it Desires:
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for so Daniel fasted for three weekes of daies, eating no pleasant things, Daniel 10. 2. 3. but of neither of these must Christs fasts heere be vnderstood.
for so daniel fasted for three weeks of days, eating no pleasant things, daniel 10. 2. 3. but of neither of these must Christ fasts Here be understood.
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The third kinde of fast is miraculous, done by the power of God restraining the appetite for many daies togither without meate or drinke, beyond the power of nature:
The third kind of fast is miraculous, done by the power of God restraining the appetite for many days together without meat or drink, beyond the power of nature:
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We reade indeed that Paul in his conuersion fasted three daies and three nights eating nothing, Act. 9. 9. So did the Iewes with Hester and her maides, Hest. 4. 16. And experience teacheth that a sicke man may liue seuen or nine daies together without meate or drinke,
We read indeed that Paul in his conversion fasted three days and three nights eating nothing, Act. 9. 9. So did the Iewes with Esther and her maids, Hest. 4. 16. And experience Teaches that a sick man may live seuen or nine days together without meat or drink,
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sith the like hath beene found true by experience in our age. And this is the longest that a man can fast and liue, to wit foureteene, or fifteene, or seuenteene daies;
sith the like hath been found true by experience in our age. And this is the longest that a man can fast and live, to wit foureteene, or fifteene, or seuenteene days;
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neither can they iustly build it on the practise of the primitiue Church, for they vsed to fast (at least in some places) but two or three daies before Easter:
neither can they justly built it on the practice of the primitive Church, for they used to fast (At least in Some places) but two or three days before Easter:
II. Circumstance. S. Marke doth further set out Christs abode in the wildernesse by his being and conuersing with wild beasts, Mark. 1. 13. which some thinke Christ did for this end, that wild beasts might come to him and doe him homage due to their Creator & Gouernour:
II Circumstance. S. Mark does further Set out Christ Abided in the Wilderness by his being and conversing with wild beasts, Mark. 1. 13. which Some think christ did for this end, that wild beasts might come to him and do him homage due to their Creator & Governor:
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for during their abode on earth, Gods children liue with men, who in disposition and affection are like Woolues, Beares, Tigers, Lions and Cockatrices, vntill such time as the Holy Ghost by grace shall turne their hearts,
for during their Abided on earth, God's children live with men, who in disposition and affection Are like Wolves, Bears, Tigers, Lions and Cockatrices, until such time as the Holy Ghost by grace shall turn their hearts,
as we may plainly see, Isay 11. 6. 7. 8. in regard whereof they must arme themselues with patience against manifold assaults and vexations, comforting their hearts with this consideration, that Christ their head hath vndergone this estate before them. III.
as we may plainly see, Saiah 11. 6. 7. 8. in regard whereof they must arm themselves with patience against manifold assaults and vexations, comforting their hearts with this consideration, that christ their head hath undergone this estate before them. III.
Circumstance. S. Luke obserueth, that while Christ abode in the wildernesse, within the space of those forty daies and forty nights, he was tempted of the Diuell, before the three great temptations: the words are plaine:
Circumstance. S. Luke observeth, that while christ Abided in the Wilderness, within the Molle of those forty days and forty nights, he was tempted of the devil, before the three great temptations: the words Are plain:
first he cast this euill thought into his heart, Iudas betraie thy master, and when he had gotten entertainment for that (for doubtlesse Iudas would not yeeld to so vile a thought at the first motion) then he caused him to put it in execution, whereupon in fearefull despaire he brought him to hang himselfe. This is the subtiltie of the old serpent;
First he cast this evil Thought into his heart, Iudas betray thy master, and when he had got entertainment for that (for doubtless Iudas would not yield to so vile a Thought At the First motion) then he caused him to put it in execution, whereupon in fearful despair he brought him to hang himself. This is the subtlety of the old serpent;
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Yea, this must mooue vs to a speciall watch through the whole course of our liues against the occasions of sinnes, that we may cut off temptations in the beginning,
Yea, this must move us to a special watch through the Whole course of our lives against the occasions of Sins, that we may Cut off temptations in the beginning,
because it is Satans craft, not to spit his venom at the first, but to sugar his temptations at the beginning that no danger may appeare till he haue conueled into vs the bane and poison of our soules.
Because it is Satan craft, not to spit his venom At the First, but to sugar his temptations At the beginning that no danger may appear till he have conueled into us the bane and poison of our Souls.
Christ was content to lay aside his glory and maiestie, and to take vpon him our base and fraile nature, becomming like vnto vs in all things saue sinne;
christ was content to lay aside his glory and majesty, and to take upon him our base and frail nature, becoming like unto us in all things save sin;
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yet that he might abase himselfe to the lowest degree of a seruant, he was content to sustaine the infirmite of his humane nature in being an hungred: And that for these causes.
yet that he might abase himself to the lowest degree of a servant, he was content to sustain the infirmity of his humane nature in being an hungered: And that for these Causes.
and therefore giues him not onely the aduantage of the place, but also the opportunity of estate, that Satan perceiuing his infirmitie of bodily hunger, might thereby be emboldened to giue the more violent assault vpon him.
and Therefore gives him not only the advantage of the place, but also the opportunity of estate, that Satan perceiving his infirmity of bodily hunger, might thereby be emboldened to give the more violent assault upon him.
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first, the title giuen to Satan the author of this temptation, the Tempter; so Paul calleth him, 1. Thess. 3. 5. I sent to know of your faith, left the Tempter had tempted you in any sort:
First, the title given to Satan the author of this temptation, the Tempter; so Paul calls him, 1. Thess 3. 5. I sent to know of your faith, left the Tempter had tempted you in any sort:
and therefore would seeke greedily for their pray, we would be sure neuer to go out of our dwelling houses, without preparation for rescue & defence, whereby we might auoid their danger.
and Therefore would seek greedily for their prey, we would be sure never to go out of our Dwelling houses, without preparation for rescue & defence, whereby we might avoid their danger.
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yet our soules are dayly assaulted by a more deadly enemie, euen the diuell, whose continuall studie and practise is by temptation to deuour vs, 1. Pet. 5. 8. and therefore we must alwaies be watchfull against temptations, putting vpon vs the whole armour of God, that we may be able to stand against his assaults.
yet our Souls Are daily assaulted by a more deadly enemy, even the Devil, whose continual study and practice is by temptation to devour us, 1. Pet. 5. 8. and Therefore we must always be watchful against temptations, putting upon us the Whole armour of God, that we may be able to stand against his assaults.
so because we must be vnlike him in all things, we must draw neere to God in the practise of all good duties, Iames 4. 7. 8. Resist the diuell and he will flie;
so Because we must be unlike him in all things, we must draw near to God in the practice of all good duties, James 4. 7. 8. Resist the Devil and he will fly;
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now he that commeth vnto God must beleeue, Heb. 11. 6. and therefore by faith must we exercise our selues vnto godlinesse, as Paul exhorteth Timothie; and vnlesse we thus striue to be vnlike him, we shall neuer be able to withstand his temptations.
now he that comes unto God must believe, Hebrew 11. 6. and Therefore by faith must we exercise our selves unto godliness, as Paul exhorteth Timothy; and unless we thus strive to be unlike him, we shall never be able to withstand his temptations.
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for to tempt and draw to sinne is the propertie of Satan, and he that in tempting fulfils the lusts of Satan, must needs be his childe, Ioh. 8. 44. hence it was, that our Sauiour Christ cals Peter Satan, when he went about to disswade him from that worke for which his Father had sanctified him and sent him into this world, saying, Get behinde me Satan, Matt. 16. 23. And when Elymas sought to turne away the Deputie from the faith, Paul cals him enemy to all righteousnesse, full of all subtiltie,
for to tempt and draw to sin is the property of Satan, and he that in tempting fulfils the Lustiest of Satan, must needs be his child, John 8. 44. hence it was, that our Saviour christ calls Peter Satan, when he went about to dissuade him from that work for which his Father had sanctified him and sent him into this world, saying, Get behind me Satan, Matt. 16. 23. And when Elymas sought to turn away the Deputy from the faith, Paul calls him enemy to all righteousness, full of all subtlety,
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The second thing in this preparation is, the time when Satan began to tempt our Sauiour Christ in a more strong and violent maner, noted in this word Then, that is,
The second thing in this preparation is, the time when Satan began to tempt our Saviour christ in a more strong and violent manner, noted in this word Then, that is,
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and keep his strongest temptations against they come, as doth notablie appeare by his dealing with Christ, not onely at this time when he was an hungred,
and keep his Strongest temptations against they come, as does notably appear by his dealing with christ, not only At this time when he was an hungered,
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Which must teach vs in the day of peace and strength, to prepare against the day of weakenesse by any affliction or by death it selfe, that so we may by Gods grace be able to stand against the rage of Satan;
Which must teach us in the day of peace and strength, to prepare against the day of weakness by any affliction or by death it self, that so we may by God's grace be able to stand against the rage of Satan;
Now our best preparation is to come to heare the words of Christ and to do the same, for then, though the winds blow, the raine fall, the waues beat, and Satan do his woorst,
Now our best preparation is to come to hear the words of christ and to do the same, for then, though the winds blow, the rain fallen, the waves beatrice, and Satan do his worst,
yet such is his malice, that rather then Christ should escape his hands, he will take occasion from the infirmitie of his nature in bodily hunger to prouoke and allure him vnto sinne.
yet such is his malice, that rather then christ should escape his hands, he will take occasion from the infirmity of his nature in bodily hunger to provoke and allure him unto sin.
but the state and constitution of the body, that if either body or minde will affoord him the least aduantage, thereon hee will be sure to take occasion to tempt.
but the state and constitution of the body, that if either body or mind will afford him the least advantage, thereon he will be sure to take occasion to tempt.
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but yet through the worke of God, restraining corruption in some, and renewing grace in others, it comes to passe, that each man is more inclined naturally to some sinnes then to others, which thing Satan doth obserue most diligently;
but yet through the work of God, restraining corruption in Some, and renewing grace in Others, it comes to pass, that each man is more inclined naturally to Some Sins then to Others, which thing Satan does observe most diligently;
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If a man be proue to couetousnesse, he will prouoke him to fraud and oppression: If he be enclined to ambition, Satan will puffe him vp with pride and vainglory:
If a man be prove to covetousness, he will provoke him to fraud and oppression: If he be inclined to ambition, Satan will puff him up with pride and vainglory:
and otherwhile to intoxicate his braine with strange fantasies and delusions, causing a man to thinke himselfe to be Elias, Iohn Baptist, Christ, &c. So as it is true which an ancient Diuine saith of this humour, that it is the Diuels bait wherewith hee sports himselfe.
and otherwhile to intoxicate his brain with strange fantasies and delusions, causing a man to think himself to be Elias, John Baptist, christ, etc. So as it is true which an ancient Divine Says of this humour, that it is the Devils bait wherewith he sports himself.
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See the experience heereof in the lunatike person, whose disease was, to be exceedingly troubled certaine times of the moneth, by reason of melancholie oppressing the braine.
See the experience hereof in the lunatic person, whose disease was, to be exceedingly troubled certain times of the Monn, by reason of melancholy oppressing the brain.
So that looke how many sinnes and infirmities we haue in vs, so manie dares we carry about vs, wherewith Satan will seeke to wound vs. He taketh ground or occasion from vs, of all the aduantage he hath against vs;
So that look how many Sins and infirmities we have in us, so many dares we carry about us, wherewith Satan will seek to wound us He Takes ground or occasion from us, of all the advantage he hath against us;
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for thereby it comes to passe that we beare about vs those darts, wherewith the diuel doth wound vs. And sith Satans craft and malice is such to take aduantage from vs,
for thereby it comes to pass that we bear about us those darts, wherewith the Devil does wound us And sith Satan craft and malice is such to take advantage from us,
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and so shall we be the better able to breake the necke of Satans temptations. The fourth thing in this preparation is, Satans comming to Christ; The Tempter came vnto him:
and so shall we be the better able to break the neck of Satan temptations. The fourth thing in this preparation is, Satan coming to christ; The Tempter Come unto him:
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conteining matter of great importance, being indeed the maine temptation of all, in these words: If thou be the Sonne of God command that these stones be made bread.
containing matter of great importance, being indeed the main temptation of all, in these words: If thou be the Son of God command that these stones be made bred.
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The Diuell being well prouided for time and place, and aduantaged also by Christs bodily hunger, doth heere assault our Sauiour Christ like a cunning Sophister,
The devil being well provided for time and place, and advantaged also by Christ bodily hunger, does Here assault our Saviour christ like a cunning Sophister,
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For the first, By faith I meane, a gift or grace in Christ, wherby as he was man, he beleeued his Fathers words to be true, which said, This is my beloued Sonne in whom I am well pleased:
For the First, By faith I mean, a gift or grace in christ, whereby as he was man, he believed his Father's words to be true, which said, This is my Beloved Son in whom I am well pleased:
first he labours to weaken her faith in the trueth of Gods threatning, which done, he easily brought her to actuall disobedience in eating the forbidden fruit.
First he labours to weaken her faith in the truth of God's threatening, which done, he Easily brought her to actual disobedience in eating the forbidden fruit.
This appeares by his vsual assault against them, specially when God shall lay vpon them any lingring crosse or affliction, either in mind, in body, or in goods;
This appears by his usual assault against them, specially when God shall lay upon them any lingering cross or affliction, either in mind, in body, or in goods;
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2. Pet. 1. 10. Giue all diligence to make your calling and election sure, that is, get the assurance thereof sealed vp in your hearts, by the comfortable fruition and practise of the sauing graces of Gods spirit, ioyning vertue with your faith,
2. Pet. 1. 10. Give all diligence to make your calling and election sure, that is, get the assurance thereof sealed up in your hearts, by the comfortable fruition and practice of the Saving graces of God's Spirit, joining virtue with your faith,
5. 6. 7. And indeed if we would haue true peace and comfort in euery estate whether aduersity or prosperitie, let vs labour for the knowledge of our adoption:
5. 6. 7. And indeed if we would have true peace and Comfort in every estate whither adversity or Prosperity, let us labour for the knowledge of our adoption:
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and therefore with the Apostle Paul, we must account all other things to be but drosse and dung in respect of this excellent knowledge of Christ, to be our Sauiour and Redeemer.
and Therefore with the Apostle Paul, we must account all other things to be but dross and dung in respect of this excellent knowledge of christ, to be our Saviour and Redeemer.
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for howsoeuer it pleaseth some to thinke otherwise, yet this is the vndoubted truth of God, that a man in this life may ordinarilie be resolued and assured of his saluation.
for howsoever it Pleases Some to think otherwise, yet this is the undoubted truth of God, that a man in this life may ordinarily be resolved and assured of his salvation.
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Christ that he must haue bread to saue his life, and therefore in the want of bread would haue brought him to this distrustfull course, to turne stones into bread.
christ that he must have bred to save his life, and Therefore in the want of bred would have brought him to this distrustful course, to turn stones into bred.
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then will the Diuell mooue him to seeke to Wizards and Witches, suggesting this into him by one meanes or other, that they can do more good in such a case then all the Physicians in the world.
then will the devil move him to seek to Wizards and Witches, suggesting this into him by one means or other, that they can do more good in such a case then all the Physicians in the world.
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This is a most vile practise of vnbeliefe, and yet too common in the world, wherein men for the remoouall of some outward euill, will not sticke to hazzard the losse of their soules.
This is a most vile practice of unbelief, and yet too Common in the world, wherein men for the removal of Some outward evil, will not stick to hazard the loss of their Souls.
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We therefore must labour to be acquainted with these wiles of Satan, and by the practise of faith in our liues, labour to expresse the power of faith in our hearts,
We Therefore must labour to be acquainted with these wiles of Satan, and by the practice of faith in our lives, labour to express the power of faith in our hearts,
why the Diuell should make choise of this question wherewith to tempt our Sauiour Christ, rather then any other? Answer. The reasons heereof may be these:
why the devil should make choice of this question wherewith to tempt our Saviour christ, rather then any other? Answer. The Reasons hereof may be these:
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and if he were that anointed of God, then also he it was that must accomplish that old and ancient promise made to our first Parents for the bruising of the serpents head:
and if he were that anointed of God, then also he it was that must accomplish that old and ancient promise made to our First Parents for the bruising of the Serpents head:
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for, wheras in Christs baptisme a little before, God had proclaimed him to be his beloued sonne in whom hee was well pleased, hereby the Diuell goes about to proue the cleane contrary,
for, whereas in Christ Baptism a little before, God had proclaimed him to be his Beloved son in whom he was well pleased, hereby the devil Goes about to prove the clean contrary,
as Ebion, Cerinthus, Carpoorates, Samosatenus, and Arrius; who haue all laboured seuerally to prooue, that Iesus Christ the Sonne of Marie was not indeed the Sonne of God, verie God, but onely a woorthie Prophet.
as Ebion, Cerinthus, Carpoorates, Samosatene, and Arius; who have all laboured severally to prove, that Iesus christ the Son of Marie was not indeed the Son of God, very God, but only a worthy Prophet.
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which must admonish vs, that when Satan shall any way assault vs in temptation, wee neuer giue credit vnto him, no not then when he speaketh the trueth,
which must admonish us, that when Satan shall any Way assault us in temptation, we never give credit unto him, no not then when he speaks the truth,
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for in Matthew the words are thus, command these stones &c. And in Luke thus, command this stone. But they are reconciled thus, Matthew sets downe this temptation as the Diuell first propounded it;
for in Matthew the words Are thus, command these stones etc. And in Lycia thus, command this stone. But they Are reconciled thus, Matthew sets down this temptation as the devil First propounded it;
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for first the diuel comes to Christ and bids him, if he be the sonne of God, command all the stones which he saw round about him to be made bread, this S. Matthew sets downe:
for First the Devil comes to christ and bids him, if he be the son of God, command all the stones which he saw round about him to be made bred, this S. Matthew sets down:
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and the people by faithfull embracing and obeying of the same, as also by earnest praier vnto God for the assistance of his grace in all assaults. VERSE 4.
and the people by faithful embracing and obeying of the same, as also by earnest prayer unto God for the assistance of his grace in all assaults. VERSE 4.
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THese words conteine Christs gratious answer, whereby he repelled the diuels temptation; and in it we may obserue three points; first, that Christ did Answer:
THese words contain Christ gracious answer, whereby he repelled the Devils temptation; and in it we may observe three points; First, that christ did Answer:
Wherby he would giue vs to vnderstand, that Christ Iesus our Sauiour being in the wildernesse, was not onely willing and ready to encounter with Satan,
Whereby he would give us to understand, that christ Iesus our Saviour being in the Wilderness, was not only willing and ready to encounter with Satan,
for was Christ Iesus able in this low and base estate of a seruant, being disaduantaged also by a desert place and bodily hunger, was he then (I say) able to encounter with Satan and to ouercome him in his most violent and subtile assaults? Then how much more is he now able euen in all his members to giue Satan the foile, hauing spoiled him in his death? seeing he is aduanced to the throne of maiestie and glorie,
for was christ Iesus able in this low and base estate of a servant, being disadvantaged also by a desert place and bodily hunger, was he then (I say) able to encounter with Satan and to overcome him in his most violent and subtle assaults? Then how much more is he now able even in all his members to give Satan the foil, having spoiled him in his death? seeing he is advanced to the throne of majesty and glory,
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and set at the right hand of his father, hauing a name aboue all names giuen vnto him, at which euery knee should bow, both of things in heauen and in the earth and vnder the earth? We therfore may now say, with that lowd voice; Now is saluation in heauen,
and Set At the right hand of his father, having a name above all names given unto him, At which every knee should bow, both of things in heaven and in the earth and under the earth? We Therefore may now say, with that loud voice; Now is salvation in heaven,
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namely, that we might know, that the written word of God, rightly welded by the hand of faith, is the most sufficient weapon for the repelling of Satan and the vanquishing of him in all his temptations;
namely, that we might know, that the written word of God, rightly wielded by the hand of faith, is the most sufficient weapon for the repelling of Satan and the vanquishing of him in all his temptations;
This fact of Christ doth discouer and condemne the damnable practise of the Church of Rome, who locke vp the word of God from their people in an vnknowen tongue,
This fact of christ does discover and condemn the damnable practice of the Church of Rome, who lock up the word of God from their people in an unknown tongue,
when as indeed the word of God is the onely true and trustie weapon, whereof while they depriue their people, they send them forth naked and vnarmed to encounter with Satan.
when as indeed the word of God is the only true and trusty weapon, whereof while they deprive their people, they send them forth naked and unarmed to encounter with Satan.
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Secondly, heere also behold the miserable estate of all those that either through couetousnesse or any other profanenesse are drawen to neglect or contemne the written word of God: their case is most fearefull;
Secondly, Here also behold the miserable estate of all those that either through covetousness or any other profaneness Are drawn to neglect or contemn the written word of God: their case is most fearful;
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This Dauid knew well, and therefore said, He hid Gods saying in his heart, that he might not sinne against him, Psal. 119. 11. For as Sauls speare stood in readinesse at his head euen when he slept, so should Gods word, which is the sword of the spirit, be euer in our hearts,
This David knew well, and Therefore said, He hid God's saying in his heart, that he might not sin against him, Psalm 119. 11. For as Saul's spear stood in readiness At his head even when he slept, so should God's word, which is the sword of the Spirit, be ever in our hearts,
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as it were ready drawen, that to what sinne soeuer the Diuell allures vs, we may be able to say for our defence, It is written: through want hereof it comes to passe that the Diuell at his pleasure leads men captiues into all impieties.
as it were ready drawn, that to what sin soever the devil allures us, we may be able to say for our defence, It is written: through want hereof it comes to pass that the devil At his pleasure leads men captives into all impieties.
and to learne to vse aright this sword of the spirit, that when we meet with Satan our irreconciliable enemy, in the field of temptation, which is this miserable world, we may be able both to award his blowes, and to wound his head!
and to Learn to use aright this sword of the Spirit, that when we meet with Satan our irreconciliable enemy, in the field of temptation, which is this miserable world, we may be able both to award his blows, and to wound his head!
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This answer is borrowed from Deuteron. 8. 3. And it is that lesson which Moses sought to teach the children of Israell after the Lord had fedde them with food from heauen in that barren wildernesse where they were afflicted with hunger.
This answer is borrowed from Deuteron. 8. 3. And it is that Lesson which Moses sought to teach the children of Israel After the Lord had fed them with food from heaven in that barren Wilderness where they were afflicted with hunger.
The words are something hard, and therefore I will shew the meaning of them. Man shall not liue; that is, shall not preserue his temporall life in this world;
The words Are something hard, and Therefore I will show the meaning of them. Man shall not live; that is, shall not preserve his temporal life in this world;
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By bread only, that is, onely by such ordinary meanes as food and raiment, sleepe, physicke &c. which God hath appointed in his prouidence for the ordinary preseruation of natural life.
By bred only, that is, only by such ordinary means as food and raiment, sleep, physic etc. which God hath appointed in his providence for the ordinary preservation of natural life.
This title word betokens diuers things in scripture: I. The substantiall word of God, the second person in Trinity, Ioh. 1. 1. In the beginning was the word, and the word was God.
This title word betokens diverse things in scripture: I The substantial word of God, the second person in Trinity, John 1. 1. In the beginning was the word, and the word was God.
II. It is vsually taken for the written word conteined in the bookes of the olde and new Testament, 1. Pet. 1. 25. Thirdly, it is sometime taken for Gods will and decree,
II It is usually taken for the written word contained in the books of the old and new Testament, 1. Pet. 1. 25. Thirdly, it is sometime taken for God's will and Decree,
and it is called his good pleasure: so Heb. 1. 2. Christ sustaineth all things by the word of his power, that is, according to his will and decree, by his powerfull appointment:
and it is called his good pleasure: so Hebrew 1. 2. christ sustaineth all things by the word of his power, that is, according to his will and Decree, by his powerful appointment:
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meaning that man doth not preserue this naturall life by ordinarie meanes onely, but withall, by Gods good pleasure, will and decree sanctifying the meanes for his good.
meaning that man does not preserve this natural life by ordinary means only, but withal, by God's good pleasure, will and Decree sanctifying the means for his good.
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for the vnderstanding whereof wee must know, that this powerfull & working word of God may be distinguished according to the matter whereabout it is occupied:
for the understanding whereof we must know, that this powerful & working word of God may be distinguished according to the matter whereabout it is occupied:
both which last may be called Gods miraculous word: So that wee see good reason of this clause euery: for heereby we learne, that man doth not preserue his life only by ordinary means ordained of God;
both which last may be called God's miraculous word: So that we see good reason of this clause every: for hereby we Learn, that man does not preserve his life only by ordinary means ordained of God;
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The beleeuing hart will hardly yeeld to this, which Moses would teach the Israelites; and therefore wee must take the more paines to be resolued of it.
The believing heart will hardly yield to this, which Moses would teach the Israelites; and Therefore we must take the more pains to be resolved of it.
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To this Christ answers, by denying the proposition or first part of this argument, the ground whereof was this, (which the Diuell tooke for granted) that when a man is hungry hee must needs haue bread or else he cannot liue:
To this christ answers, by denying the proposition or First part of this argument, the ground whereof was this, (which the devil took for granted) that when a man is hungry he must needs have bred or Else he cannot live:
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And this application is most excellent, teaching vs that thing, for the learning whereof the Israelites were trained vp forty yeares in the wildernesse,
And this application is most excellent, teaching us that thing, for the learning whereof the Israelites were trained up forty Years in the Wilderness,
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euen the blessing of God in the creature proceeding from his word, decree and appointment, whereby it is made fit and able to yeeld sustenance and nourishment.
even the blessing of God in the creature proceeding from his word, Decree and appointment, whereby it is made fit and able to yield sustenance and nourishment.
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The Scripture calleth this the Staffe of bread, and so it is indeed, for as an aged and impotent man falleth to the ground if his staffe be plucked from him,
The Scripture calls this the Staff of bred, and so it is indeed, for as an aged and impotent man falls to the ground if his staff be plucked from him,
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for how should that thing of it selfe preserue and further life, which in it selfe is void of life? And how should that giue heat and warmnesse to our bodies, which of it selfe is void of heate? let vs therefore confesse that it is not the substance of foode that doth refresh vs,
for how should that thing of it self preserve and further life, which in it self is void of life? And how should that give heat and warmness to our bodies, which of it self is void of heat? let us Therefore confess that it is not the substance of food that does refresh us,
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if he withdraw his blessing, the staffe and stay is gone; men may eat (as Haggai saith) but they shal not haue enough; they may drinke, and yet not be filled; they may cloth themselues,
if he withdraw his blessing, the staff and stay is gone; men may eat (as Chaggai Says) but they shall not have enough; they may drink, and yet not be filled; they may cloth themselves,
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when we vse our food and raiment it is Gods blessing alone that makes them do vs good, the Lord as it were stands by vs to put his blessing vpon euery morsell that we eat,
when we use our food and raiment it is God's blessing alone that makes them do us good, the Lord as it were Stands by us to put his blessing upon every morsel that we eat,
how then dare wee abuse them in surfetting and drunkennesse, in pride and wantonnesse? may we not feare in so doing that while the meate or drinke is in our mouthes, the wrath of God will fall vpon vs; as Psal. 78. 30. 31.
how then Dare we abuse them in surfeiting and Drunkenness, in pride and wantonness? may we not Fear in so doing that while the meat or drink is in our mouths, the wrath of God will fallen upon us; as Psalm 78. 30. 31.
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Fourthly, heerby we see the common errour of the world, who place the staffe and stay of their life in the abundance of outward blessings, whereupon they labour to inrich themselues heerewith as much as possibly they can;
Fourthly, hereby we see the Common error of the world, who place the staff and stay of their life in the abundance of outward blessings, whereupon they labour to enrich themselves herewith as much as possibly they can;
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But sith Christ teacheth vs that man liueth not by bread only, it must needs be a flat note of vnbeliefe, to carke and care immoderately for the things of this life.
But sith christ Teaches us that man lives not by bred only, it must needs be a flat note of unbelief, to cark and care immoderately for the things of this life.
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the gripple mind after much is a deadly snare, wherewith many a soule is intangled to perdition and destruction; This choakes the heart in such sort as the seed of grace can take no root not bring foorth any sauing fruite:
the gripple mind After much is a deadly snare, wherewith many a soul is entangled to perdition and destruction; This chokes the heart in such sort as the seed of grace can take no root not bring forth any Saving fruit:
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this made Paul to lay a charge vpon Timothy for rich men, that they should trust in the liuing God and not in vncertaine riches, 1. Tim. 6. 17. Let vs therefore be content with food and raiment,
this made Paul to lay a charge upon Timothy for rich men, that they should trust in the living God and not in uncertain riches, 1. Tim. 6. 17. Let us Therefore be content with food and raiment,
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and rather seeke the kingdome of God and his righteousnesse, and then all those things whereof we stand in need shall be giuen vnto vs in the moderate vse of lawfull meanes.
and rather seek the Kingdom of God and his righteousness, and then all those things whereof we stand in need shall be given unto us in the moderate use of lawful means.
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if for our religion hee should bring vpon vs the losse of goods, of children, of health and all that we haue, with banishment also from our friends and country,
if for our Religion he should bring upon us the loss of goods, of children, of health and all that we have, with banishment also from our Friends and country,
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but aboue means, without meanes and against meanes can he manifest his power and goodnesse in their preseruation) therefore in the extremity of euil must wee comfort our selues in the Lord our God, as Dauid did in great sorrow, hauing lost his two wiues and being in danger to be stoned of his owne followers:
but above means, without means and against means can he manifest his power and Goodness in their preservation) Therefore in the extremity of evil must we Comfort our selves in the Lord our God, as David did in great sorrow, having lost his two wives and being in danger to be stoned of his own followers:
What if the Lord should send a famine among vs, as he may iustly do for the sinnes of this land? should we then despaire or vse vnlawful meanes for our reliefe? nay,
What if the Lord should send a famine among us, as he may justly do for the Sins of this land? should we then despair or use unlawful means for our relief? nay,
then we must learne Moses lesson, that man liueth not by bread only, and labour to depend on him that can increase the oile in the poore widowes cruise and the meale in the barrels, till plenty come.
then we must Learn Moses Lesson, that man lives not by bred only, and labour to depend on him that can increase the oil in the poor Widows cruise and the meal in the barrels, till plenty come.
he that is in want may haue as good a portion in Gods blessing as the wealthiest in the world, heerein hungry Lazarus full of fores, went farre beyond the rich glutton in all his riot.
he that is in want may have as good a portion in God's blessing as the Wealthiest in the world, herein hungry Lazarus full of fores, went Far beyond the rich glutton in all his riot.
Now in this second conflict we are to obserue three points: I. Satans preparation thereto: II. The assault it selfe: III. Christs answer and repulse thereof.
Now in this second conflict we Are to observe three points: I Satan preparation thereto: II The assault it self: III. Christ answer and repulse thereof.
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The time in the first word Then: that is, so soone as the Diuell had receiued a foile of Christ in his first assault, presently hee addresseth himselfe vnto a second.
The time in the First word Then: that is, so soon as the devil had received a foil of christ in his First assault, presently he Addresseth himself unto a second.
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for then Satans perswasion vnto Christ To cast himselfe downe, could haue beene no temptation. II. Christ might bee led of the Diuell the ordinary way from the wildernesse to Ierusalem,
for then Satan persuasion unto christ To cast himself down, could have been no temptation. II christ might be led of the devil the ordinary Way from the Wilderness to Ierusalem,
and therefore would not willingly depart thence before that worke for which he came were ended, Againe, he would not depart thence vpon the Diuels perswasion;
and Therefore would not willingly depart thence before that work for which he Come were ended, Again, he would not depart thence upon the Devils persuasion;
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though in it selfe the thing be lawful and good. III. The Diuell might carry the body of our Sauiour Christ thorow the aire, by his power through Gods permission.
though in it self the thing be lawful and good. III. The devil might carry the body of our Saviour christ thorough the air, by his power through God's permission.
Secondly, hence wee learne that by Gods permission, the Diuell may haue power ouer the bodies of Gods owne children which are true beleeuers, to transport them from place to place;
Secondly, hence we Learn that by God's permission, the devil may have power over the bodies of God's own children which Are true believers, to transport them from place to place;
for dealing thus with the head Christ Iesus, why may hee not doe so with any of his members? besides, we find (that God permitting him) hee hath done more than this to the Saints of God;
for dealing thus with the head christ Iesus, why may he not do so with any of his members? beside, we find (that God permitting him) he hath done more than this to the Saints of God;
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as hee did exceeding grieuously bow the body of a daughter of Abraham eighteen years, Luk. 13, 16. Yea he may kill the body, as he did to Iobs children, who no doubt were holy persons, Iob. 1. 19. And therefore much more may hee transport them from place to place.
as he did exceeding grievously bow the body of a daughter of Abraham eighteen Years, Luk. 13, 16. Yea he may kill the body, as he did to Jobs children, who no doubt were holy Persons, Job 1. 19. And Therefore much more may he transport them from place to place.
behold this fact of Satan to the holy body of Christ, and heereby learne for thy humiliation, that if God permit, Satan is able to bring vpon thy body great affliction.
behold this fact of Satan to the holy body of christ, and hereby Learn for thy humiliation, that if God permit, Satan is able to bring upon thy body great affliction.
Further, obserue the place whither Satan caries our Sauiour Christ, into the holy city, that is, Ierusalem. Quest. Why is it called holy, seeing now it was a polluted place full of sinful people? Answ. It is called holy for these causes. 1. because heere was the Lords temple the place of his solemne worship, wherein were the holy rites and ceremonies prescribed for Gods worship.
Further, observe the place whither Satan caries our Saviour christ, into the holy City, that is, Ierusalem. Quest. Why is it called holy, seeing now it was a polluted place full of sinful people? Answer It is called holy for these Causes. 1. Because Here was the lords temple the place of his solemn worship, wherein were the holy Rites and ceremonies prescribed for God's worship.
indeed it was very corrupt both for doctrine and maners, as Christs seuere reproofe of both doth plainely shew, Mat. 5. 21. &c. and Mat. 23. 13. 14. &c. and yet a true Church, else the holy ghost would not haue called it the holy city. Now if Ierusalem at this time were the true church of God then,
indeed it was very corrupt both for Doctrine and manners, as Christ severe reproof of both does plainly show, Mathew 5. 21. etc. and Mathew 23. 13. 14. etc. and yet a true Church, Else the holy ghost would not have called it the holy City. Now if Ierusalem At this time were the true Church of God then,
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and though wee cannot say so much in that behalfe, yet hath our Church beene a nurce to neighbour Churches in Germany, France and other places round about, for many yeares;
and though we cannot say so much in that behalf, yet hath our Church been a nurse to neighbour Churches in Germany, France and other places round about, for many Years;
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but the truth is, the present Church of Rome is spirituall Babylon, the mother of abhominations, no spouse of Christ but a strumpet. But they plead their prerogatiues:
but the truth is, the present Church of Rome is spiritual Babylon, the mother of abominations, no spouse of christ but a strumpet. But they plead their prerogatives:
for first, succession in person without succession in doctrine is no note of a church: now let them shew succession in the Apostles doctrine, and we yeeld.
for First, succession in person without succession in Doctrine is no note of a Church: now let them show succession in the Apostles Doctrine, and we yield.
Lastly, though they haue outward baptism, yet indeed they ouerthrow inward baptisme, the life of that sacrament, to wit, imputed righteousnesse and renued holinesse, which in Gods Church must goe together with the outward element, else it is nothing.
Lastly, though they have outward Baptism, yet indeed they overthrow inward Baptism, the life of that sacrament, to wit, imputed righteousness and renewed holiness, which in God's Church must go together with the outward element, Else it is nothing.
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wee must know the word of God stands not in bare words and letters, but in the true sense and meaning of the Holy ghost contained in the scriptures of the Prophets and Apostles.
we must know the word of God Stands not in bore words and letters, but in the true sense and meaning of the Holy ghost contained in the Scriptures of the prophets and Apostles.
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and the now Roman Church is no mother Church, no spouse of Christ, but the whore of Babel the mother of abhominations, from which we are commanded to depart, Reuelat. 18. 4.
and the now Roman Church is no mother Church, no spouse of christ, but the whore of Babel the mother of abominations, from which we Are commanded to depart, Reuelat. 18. 4.
Secondly, in that Christ is brought to Ierusalē, that holy City, there to be tempted, wee learne, that no holinesse of place on earth can debarre the Diuell from his temptations;
Secondly, in that christ is brought to Ierusalē, that holy city, there to be tempted, we Learn, that no holiness of place on earth can debar the devil from his temptations;
he brings Christ from the wildernesse to tempt him, in the holy city euen vpon the holy temple hee will thrust himselfe on Iehoshuahs right hand to resist him, though Iehoshuah stand before the Angell of the Lord to minister to the Lord.
he brings christ from the Wilderness to tempt him, in the holy City even upon the holy temple he will thrust himself on Jehoshuahs right hand to resist him, though Joshua stand before the Angel of the Lord to minister to the Lord.
and vaine confidence in the loue, fauor, and mercy of God: this appeares by the strange reasonings for libertie in sinne which many frame to themselues,
and vain confidence in the love, favour, and mercy of God: this appears by the strange reasonings for liberty in sin which many frame to themselves,
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of such Iude complaineth, saying, They turne the grace of God into wantonnesse. Such there haue beene euer since, & at this day they doe euerie where abound.
of such Iude Complaineth, saying, They turn the grace of God into wantonness. Such there have been ever since, & At this day they do every where abound.
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for if a man fauour the trueth, and giue himselfe to know religion in any sort, the Diuell will straight way go about to perswade him, that that which he doth is sufficient to his saluation,
for if a man favour the truth, and give himself to know Religion in any sort, the devil will straight Way go about to persuade him, that that which he does is sufficient to his salvation,
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and full affiance in Christ Iesus, to become a perfect man in Christ, which is the end of Gods holy ministery, Ephes. 4. 13. whereunto we should giue all diligence, 2. Pet. 1. 10. See the truth heereof in the fine foolish virgins, who carried burning lamps, but tooke no oile with them, neuer minding that till it was too late;
and full affiance in christ Iesus, to become a perfect man in christ, which is the end of God's holy Ministry, Ephesians 4. 13. whereunto we should give all diligence, 2. Pet. 1. 10. See the truth hereof in the fine foolish Virgins, who carried burning lamps, but took no oil with them, never minding that till it was too late;
and so doe most men content themselues with the blazing lampe of an outward profession, neuer looking for the oile of grace, till the time of grace he past.
and so do most men content themselves with the blazing lamp of an outward profession, never looking for the oil of grace, till the time of grace he passed.
The vse. Heereby then wee are all taught, in speciall maner to beware of presumption; this is the common snare of the Diuel wherein he intangles many a soule.
The use. Hereby then we Are all taught, in special manner to beware of presumption; this is the Common snare of the devil wherein he intangles many a soul.
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in regard whereof wee ought to keepe out heart with all watch & ward, as Dauid praieth, Keepe thy seruant from presumptuous sinnes, Ps. 19. 13. Againe, obserue the order of Satans temptations by comparing this with the former.
in regard whereof we ought to keep out heart with all watch & ward, as David Prayeth, Keep thy servant from presumptuous Sins, Ps. 19. 13. Again, observe the order of Satan temptations by comparing this with the former.
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Doth a man come to loue religion, that formerly was giuen to loosenesse of life? then if it be possible the Diuell will carrie him to schisme & heresie.
Does a man come to love Religion, that formerly was given to looseness of life? then if it be possible the devil will carry him to Schism & heresy.
The Diuel cannot abide that a man should keepe the meane according to Gods word, Isay 30. 21. He would haue our first parents to be Gods, or no body, Gene. 3. 5. And so still he laboureth to bring a man to some extreame.
The devil cannot abide that a man should keep the mean according to God's word, Saiah 30. 21. He would have our First Parents to be God's, or no body, Gene. 3. 5. And so still he Laboureth to bring a man to Some extreme.
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neither doubting on the one hand nor presuming on the other, but retaining still that blessed faith, whereby his blessed heart was firmly setled in these assaults. Thus much for Satans drift.
neither doubting on the one hand nor presuming on the other, but retaining still that blessed faith, whereby his blessed heart was firmly settled in these assaults. Thus much for Satan drift.
15. 32. And this venom of the olde serpent hath poisoned the hearts of many students in the Scriptures, who care not at all to ground themselues in the fundamentall points of religion, as faith and repentance;
15. 32. And this venom of the old serpent hath poisoned the hearts of many Students in the Scriptures, who care not At all to ground themselves in the fundamental points of Religion, as faith and Repentance;
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like the hypocriticall Pharisies, that would tithe mint and rue, and yet passe ouer iudgement and the loue of God, Luk. 11. 42. And the cause hereof is the want of sound grace,
like the hypocritical Pharisees, that would tithe mint and rue, and yet pass over judgement and the love of God, Luk. 11. 42. And the cause hereof is the want of found grace,
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but perceiuing Christs sure faith in his fathers word by his gratious answer to that assault, heere he borrowes his temptation from that profession of his faith;
but perceiving Christ sure faith in his Father's word by his gracious answer to that assault, Here he borrows his temptation from that profession of his faith;
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then will hee seeke from his knowledge to puffe him vp with pride, and so mingling his poison with Gods good gifts, doth cause many a one to become a bane to Gods church, that otherwise might haue prooued an excellent instrument therein;
then will he seek from his knowledge to puff him up with pride, and so mingling his poison with God's good Gifts, does cause many a one to become a bane to God's Church, that otherwise might have proved an excellent Instrument therein;
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By Gods permission he is able to carrie Christ from the wildernes to Ierusalem, and there to set him in a most dangerous place on a wing of the temple;
By God's permission he is able to carry christ from the Wilderness to Ierusalem, and there to Set him in a most dangerous place on a wing of the temple;
therfore the peace and tranquillity of these is, and so must bee acknowledged, a notable fruit of Gods blessed prouidence restraining the spite and malice of Satan.
Therefore the peace and tranquillity of these is, and so must be acknowledged, a notable fruit of God's blessed providence restraining the spite and malice of Satan.
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For it is written he shall giue his Angels charge ouer thee, &c. Satan hearing Christ alledge scripture for his defence against the first assault, comes now vpon him with his owne weapon, that if it were possible he might foile him, after this sort:
For it is written he shall give his Angels charge over thee, etc. Satan hearing christ allege scripture for his defence against the First assault, comes now upon him with his own weapon, that if it were possible he might foil him, After this sort:
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From this dealing of Satan, wee are taught, not to embrace an opinion in religion, because a shew of proofe by testimony of Scripture may bee giuen for it.
From this dealing of Satan, we Are taught, not to embrace an opinion in Religion, Because a show of proof by testimony of Scripture may be given for it.
will he not tell you straight, he will doe as he does, and repent when he is old? for it is written, At what time soeuer a sinner doth repent him of his sinne, I will put all his wickednesse out of my remembrance, saith the Lord:
will he not tell you straight, he will do as he does, and Repent when he is old? for it is written, At what time soever a sinner does Repent him of his sin, I will put all his wickedness out of my remembrance, Says the Lord:
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it is written in the 91. Ps. v. 11. In the alledging whereof he would seeme very carefull and precise, at the first not omitting so much as this particle [ for ] which might haue beene left out,
it is written in the 91. Ps. v. 11. In the alleging whereof he would seem very careful and precise, At the First not omitting so much as this particle [ for ] which might have been left out,
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The familie of Loue also, doth hold the bible for the word of God; but come to the true meaning of it, therein they faile, turning all into Allegories,
The family of Love also, does hold the Bible for the word of God; but come to the true meaning of it, therein they fail, turning all into Allegories,
but yet they put in and take out at their pleasure, and take from it all sense and meaning which agrees not with the determination of their holy father the Pope;
but yet they put in and take out At their pleasure, and take from it all sense and meaning which agrees not with the determination of their holy father the Pope;
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This dealing of Satan and his wicked miscreants with the scripture, must make all Gods children willing to spend their strength in searching out the Scripture;
This dealing of Satan and his wicked miscreants with the scripture, must make all God's children willing to spend their strength in searching out the Scripture;
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This caused Christ to bidde the people in his time to search the Scriptures, to learne to know him to bee the true Messias, which the Iewish teachers did then deny.
This caused christ to bid the people in his time to search the Scriptures, to Learn to know him to be the true Messias, which the Jewish Teachers did then deny.
and therefore, euen from the beginning, but specially since the comming of Christ hee hath laboured by all meanes to keepe men from the knowledge and true vnderstanding of them:
and Therefore, even from the beginning, but specially since the coming of christ he hath laboured by all means to keep men from the knowledge and true understanding of them:
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And hence come dissentions and errors into the schooles of the Prophets, which cannot be auoided while men leaue the text of scripture & addict themselues so much to the writings of men,
And hence come dissensions and errors into the Schools of the prophets, which cannot be avoided while men leave the text of scripture & addict themselves so much to the writings of men,
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for to wrest the same from the proper meaning of the holy Ghost to serue their owne conceit, is the practise of Satan, which euery seruant of God must be farre from,
for to wrest the same from the proper meaning of the holy Ghost to serve their own conceit, is the practice of Satan, which every servant of God must be Far from,
for as in many words there cannot want iniquity, as Salomō saith; so in affected multiplicity of quotations can the abuse of Scripture bee hardly escaped.
for as in many words there cannot want iniquity, as Salomō Says; so in affected Multiplicity of quotations can the abuse of Scripture be hardly escaped.
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The ninety-one Psalme, from whence it is alledged, is a most heauenly part of scripture, penned for the comfort of Gods people in the time of some grieuous plague or sickenesse;
The ninety-one Psalm, from whence it is alleged, is a most heavenly part of scripture, penned for the Comfort of God's people in the time of Some grievous plague or sickness;
and it containes a notable preseruatiue against the plague, and by consequent against any iudgement of God, to wit, true affiance and confidence in the Lord, that is the ground of all comfortable safety;
and it contains a notable preservative against the plague, and by consequent against any judgement of God, to wit, true affiance and confidence in the Lord, that is the ground of all comfortable safety;
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thereto, among many other, is this gratious promise made of the protection of Gods holy Angels, (which the Diuell doth heere alledge) who shall be as carefull for the safety of Gods children in common calamities of famine, plague, pestilence &c. as the nurce is ouer her tender child to hold it in her hands,
thereto, among many other, is this gracious promise made of the protection of God's holy Angels, (which the devil does Here allege) who shall be as careful for the safety of God's children in Common calamities of famine, plague, pestilence etc. as the nurse is over her tender child to hold it in her hands,
alwaies prouided that the child of God keepe himselfe in his waies, that is, in obedience to Gods commandements and in the duties of his lawfull calling.
always provided that the child of God keep himself in his ways, that is, in Obedience to God's Commandments and in the duties of his lawful calling.
It is true indeed, that iudgement begins at the house of God, and the righteous are taken away from the euill to come, yea many times the same outward iudgement lights vpon the good, that doeth vpon the bad:
It is true indeed, that judgement begins At the house of God, and the righteous Are taken away from the evil to come, yea many times the same outward judgement lights upon the good, that doth upon the bad:
for all promises of temporall blessings must be vnderstood with the exception of the crosse: as heere, Gods Angels shall guard his children in time of plague, famine and pestilence,
for all promises of temporal blessings must be understood with the exception of the cross: as Here, God's Angels shall guard his children in time of plague, famine and pestilence,
The vse. The consideration of this gratious protection of Gods Angels ouer such as keepe themselues in their waies, must moue euery one to labour to know and practise the duties of his calling both generall of Christianity,
The use. The consideration of this gracious protection of God's Angels over such as keep themselves in their ways, must move every one to labour to know and practise the duties of his calling both general of Christianity,
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but if wee forsake our waies wee lose the comfort of their protection, & expose our selues to all Gods iudgements. VERSE 7. Iesus said vnto him, Againe it is written, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God.
but if we forsake our ways we loose the Comfort of their protection, & expose our selves to all God's Judgments. VERSE 7. Iesus said unto him, Again it is written, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God.
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after this sort, as if he had said to Satan, It is true indeed that God hath made many worthy promises of aid and protection to his children in his word,
After this sort, as if he had said to Satan, It is true indeed that God hath made many worthy promises of aid and protection to his children in his word,
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From this dealing of Christ with Satan we may obserue; that the scriptures of God are sufficient in themselues, truely to interpret and expound themselues.
From this dealing of christ with Satan we may observe; that the Scriptures of God Are sufficient in themselves, truly to interpret and expound themselves.
this our Sauiour Christ sheweth by alledging another text out of Moses, which being applied to the place which the Diuel abused, doth shew the true meaning thereof.
this our Saviour christ shows by alleging Another text out of Moses, which being applied to the place which the devil abused, does show the true meaning thereof.
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sith to the Canon there of since Ezra his time there is added the whole new Testament by the hand of God, wherein the deepe things of God are plainelie reuealed.
sith to the Canon there of since Ezra his time there is added the Whole new Testament by the hand of God, wherein the deep things of God Are plainly revealed.
euen so, though God speake not now vnto his Church by created voice, yet by his written word he speakes sufficiently for the cleare manifestation of his will and pleasure concerning them;
even so, though God speak not now unto his Church by created voice, yet by his written word he speaks sufficiently for the clear manifestation of his will and pleasure Concerning them;
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Answ. The church hath a ministery and dispensation committed vnto her, in the execution whereof she deliuereth the meaning of the Scripture vnto Gods people,
Answer The Church hath a Ministry and Dispensation committed unto her, in the execution whereof she Delivereth the meaning of the Scripture unto God's people,
But heere I would know, if the Church must needs bee iudge, by what meanes must she determine? They answer, by the rule of faith; the consent of Councels and Fathers;
But Here I would know, if the Church must needs be judge, by what means must she determine? They answer, by the Rule of faith; the consent of Counsels and Father's;
if these bee made iudge of Scripture, then shall the faith of the church depend vpon the wisedome of man, and not vpon the power of God, a thing abhorred of the Apostle 1. Cor. 2. 5. The onely rule of faith is the Scripture,
if these be made judge of Scripture, then shall the faith of the Church depend upon the Wisdom of man, and not upon the power of God, a thing abhorred of the Apostle 1. Cor. 2. 5. The only Rule of faith is the Scripture,
for their seuerall errors and contradictions one to another, & many times to themselues, shew, that they wanted the immediate assistance of the Spirit.
for their several errors and contradictions one to Another, & many times to themselves, show, that they wanted the immediate assistance of the Spirit.
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For the first, to tempt God signifieth, to make triall and experience of God, and to prooue whether hee be so true, iust, mercifull, prouident and powerfull as his word reporteth him to be.
For the First, to tempt God signifies, to make trial and experience of God, and to prove whither he be so true, just, merciful, provident and powerful as his word Reporteth him to be.
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If any shall say we are commanded, to taste and see how gratious the Lord is, Ps. 34. 8. yea the Lord bids his people proue him, Malach. 3. 10. Answ. Those places do sufficiently expound themselues,
If any shall say we Are commanded, to taste and see how gracious the Lord is, Ps. 34. 8. yea the Lord bids his people prove him, Malachi 3. 10. Answer Those places do sufficiently expound themselves,
so when a man begins to doubt of Gods goodnesse and fidelity towards him, hee will easily be brought to make needlesse triall of him by some worke of God beside his ordinary prouidence.
so when a man begins to doubt of God's Goodness and Fidis towards him, he will Easily be brought to make needless trial of him by Some work of God beside his ordinary providence.
The meaning then is this, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God, that is, thou shalt not make any needlesse triall of Gods goodnesse, mercy, power or prouidence, from a distrustfull heart in the truth of his word.
The meaning then is this, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God, that is, thou shalt not make any needless trial of God's Goodness, mercy, power or providence, from a distrustful heart in the truth of his word.
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The consideration whereof must teach vs in all our petitions which we make vnto God for the accomplishment of his promises vnto vs, to beware of limiting God, as the Iewes did, by prescribing vnto him time, place & maner for the accomplishment thereof;
The consideration whereof must teach us in all our petitions which we make unto God for the accomplishment of his promises unto us, to beware of limiting God, as the Iewes did, by prescribing unto him time, place & manner for the accomplishment thereof;
meaning thereby to be certified whether hee were the Messias, and Luke saith, they tempted him, Luk. 11. 16. And thus doe all those tempt God, which refuse to embrace the doctrine of the Gospel,
meaning thereby to be certified whither he were the Messias, and Lycia Says, they tempted him, Luk. 11. 16. And thus do all those tempt God, which refuse to embrace the Doctrine of the Gospel,
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because they cannot see the ministers therof to confirme the same by miracles. Thus do many Papists plead against our religion, embracing rather the mysterie of iniquity, because:
Because they cannot see the Ministers thereof to confirm the same by Miracles. Thus do many Papists plead against our Religion, embracing rather the mystery of iniquity, Because:
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not considering that the truth which wee professe was once sufficiently confirmed to bee the truth of God, by his owne testimony thereunto in signes & wonders through the hands of his Apostles.
not considering that the truth which we profess was once sufficiently confirmed to be the truth of God, by his own testimony thereunto in Signs & wonders through the hands of his Apostles.
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Quest. Is euery asking of a signe a tempting of God? for Gedion asked a signe when he was to be a Iudge and deliuerer of gods people, Iudg. 6. 17. And so did Hezekiah to bee assured of the lengthning of his daies, 2. King. 20. 8. And yet we reade not that God charged them with tempring him,
Quest. Is every asking of a Signen a tempting of God? for Gideon asked a Signen when he was to be a Judge and deliverer of God's people, Judges 6. 17. And so did Hezekiah to be assured of the lengthening of his days, 2. King. 20. 8. And yet we read not that God charged them with tempering him,
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Thirdly, a man tempts God, when he goes on in any sinne against Gods commandements, for hereby he makes needlesse triall of Gods iustice, mercy, and patience.
Thirdly, a man tempts God, when he Goes on in any sin against God's Commandments, for hereby he makes needless trial of God's Justice, mercy, and patience.
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for while we continue in sinne we tempt God, and so lie open to all his iudgements, depriuing our selues of the guard and protection of Gods holy Angels,
for while we continue in sin we tempt God, and so lie open to all his Judgments, depriving our selves of the guard and protection of God's holy Angels,
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Act. 15. 10. Why tempt ye God (saith Peter) to lay a yoake on the Disciples neckes, which neither our Fathers nor we were able to beare? This is to make triall of Gods power in the sauing of his people.
Act. 15. 10. Why tempt you God (Says Peter) to lay a yoke on the Disciples necks, which neither our Father's nor we were able to bear? This is to make trial of God's power in the Saving of his people.
and therefore vnlesse I would tempt the Lord my God, I may not cast my selfe downe and thereby seeke for extraordinarie preseruaiton, as thou perswadest me.
and Therefore unless I would tempt the Lord my God, I may not cast my self down and thereby seek for extraordinary preseruaiton, as thou persuadest me.
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Heere some may aske, whether they do not tempt God, that aduenture to clime on high places, to stand on spire steeples, to runne on the ridge of high houses,
Here Some may ask, whither they do not tempt God, that adventure to climb on high places, to stand on spire steeples, to run on the ridge of high houses,
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and in the workes of his calling with all good conscience. God indeed hath made many gratious promises in his word, of blessings temporall and eternall,
and in the works of his calling with all good conscience. God indeed hath made many gracious promises in his word, of blessings temporal and Eternal,
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Also in theri hesse of his loue God hath made a promise of euerlasting life with freedome from eternall perdition, to those that beleeue in Christ, Iohn 3. 16. Thou therefore that wouldest enioy the comfort of this promise to thine immortality and life, must get true faith into thy heart and thereby liue all the daies of thy life.
Also in theri hesse of his love God hath made a promise of everlasting life with freedom from Eternal perdition, to those that believe in christ, John 3. 16. Thou Therefore that Wouldst enjoy the Comfort of this promise to thine immortality and life, must get true faith into thy heart and thereby live all the days of thy life.
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The same may bee said of euery promise of God pertaining either to soule or body, the fruition of them doth depend vpon the practise of some part of obedience;
The same may be said of every promise of God pertaining either to soul or body, the fruition of them does depend upon the practice of Some part of Obedience;
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Peter tels Symon Magus plainely, he had no part with them in the gifts of the spirit, while his heart retained a purpose to liue in sinne, Act. 8. 21. Breake off therefore the course of sinne,
Peter tells Symon Magus plainly, he had no part with them in the Gifts of the Spirit, while his heart retained a purpose to live in sin, Act. 8. 21. Break off Therefore the course of sin,
Satans preparation: v. 8. II. Satans assault vpon Christ: v. 9. III. Christs answer thereto: v. 10. For the first, before wee come to the handling of it in particular, wee are to consider that vnto euery assault the Diuell prepares himself afresh:
Satan preparation: v. 8. II Satan assault upon christ: v. 9. III. Christ answer thereto: v. 10. For the First, before we come to the handling of it in particular, we Are to Consider that unto every assault the devil prepares himself afresh:
which should teach vs to labour to furnish our hearts euery day afresh to be able to repulse his new assaults. Now particularly; this preparation hath two parts:
which should teach us to labour to furnish our hearts every day afresh to be able to repulse his new assaults. Now particularly; this preparation hath two parts:
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Some thinke this was done by vision only in Christs mind, as Ezekiel was caried by the Lord from Babylon to an exceeding high mountaine in the land of Israel.
some think this was done by vision only in Christ mind, as Ezekielem was carried by the Lord from Babylon to an exceeding high mountain in the land of Israel.
for Christs temptations were not imaginary, but true and reall. Againe, the words import a true and reall transportation without any mention of a vision.
for Christ temptations were not imaginary, but true and real. Again, the words import a true and real transportation without any mention of a vision.
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so Satan, that he might seeme to go beyond God, takes vp Christ into an exceeding high mountaine to shew him all the kingdomes of the world and the glory of them.
so Satan, that he might seem to go beyond God, Takes up christ into an exceeding high mountain to show him all the kingdoms of the world and the glory of them.
Now in that Satan transports the body of our Sauiour Christ this second time, wee see that by Gods permission, Satan may haue power ouer the bodies of Gods children, to transport the same from place to place,
Now in that Satan transports the body of our Saviour christ this second time, we see that by God's permission, Satan may have power over the bodies of God's children, to transport the same from place to place,
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This he could not do actually, for there is no mountaine so high in all the world, whereon if a man were placed, he could see one halfe or one quarter of the kingdomes of the world,
This he could not do actually, for there is no mountain so high in all the world, whereon if a man were placed, he could see one half or one quarter of the kingdoms of the world,
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the Diuell by his art did cunningly set forth and represent vnto the eies of Christ a notable shew and representation of all the kingdomes of the earth, and the glory of them.
the devil by his art did cunningly Set forth and represent unto the eyes of christ a notable show and representation of all the kingdoms of the earth, and the glory of them.
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for before he propounds this third assault, hee shews vnto Christ all the kingdomes of the world and the glorie of them, that Christ might take a liking of them,
for before he propounds this third assault, he shows unto christ all the kingdoms of the world and the glory of them, that christ might take a liking of them,
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vpon their first communication he shewes vnto Eue the outward beauty of the forbidden fruit, that it was faire to locke vpon, and tels her of the good estate they should attain vnto by eating of it,
upon their First communication he shows unto Eue the outward beauty of the forbidden fruit, that it was fair to lock upon, and tells her of the good estate they should attain unto by eating of it,
Hence we must learne to haue speciall care in the good ordering of all the outward senses of our bodies, specially the two senses of learning, seeing and hearing; for by them the Diuell can cunningly conuey his temptations into our hearts:
Hence we must Learn to have special care in the good ordering of all the outward Senses of our bodies, specially the two Senses of learning, seeing and hearing; for by them the devil can cunningly convey his temptations into our hearts:
and if we keepe them not well, Satan will be sure to conuay some euill into vs. We must therefore obey Salomons counsell, keepe thy heart aboue all watch and ward;
and if we keep them not well, Satan will be sure to convey Some evil into us We must Therefore obey Solomon's counsel, keep thy heart above all watch and ward;
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now these the Diuell conceales from Christ, and shewes him only the glory, pompe, wealth and dignity of the world, that so hee might the more easily winde his temptation into the heart of our Sauiour Christ.
now these the devil conceals from christ, and shows him only the glory, pomp, wealth and dignity of the world, that so he might the more Easily wind his temptation into the heart of our Saviour christ.
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but then he takes a cleane contrary course, and shewes to the wounded soule all the woes and terrours of Gods wrath, that if it be possible he may bring a man to despaire.
but then he Takes a clean contrary course, and shows to the wounded soul all the woes and terrors of God's wrath, that if it be possible he may bring a man to despair.
From whence we may also learne, that temptations fetched on the right hand from honour, pleasure and commodity, are the most dangerous and doe soonest creepe into the heart of man, preuailing far more then temptations on the left hand, which are taken from aduersity.
From whence we may also Learn, that temptations fetched on the right hand from honour, pleasure and commodity, Are the most dangerous and do soonest creep into the heart of man, prevailing Far more then temptations on the left hand, which Are taken from adversity.
prosperity is a slippery path wherein a man doth soone catch a fall, and therefore we must learne to be most watchfull ouer our owne harts when we haue fairest weather with the world.
Prosperity is a slippery path wherein a man does soon catch a fallen, and Therefore we must Learn to be most watchful over our own hearts when we have Fairest weather with the world.
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because his power is finite, yet by reason of his agility and speed he can goe beyond the ordinary course of nature in the maner of working the things hee takes in hand.
Because his power is finite, yet by reason of his agility and speed he can go beyond the ordinary course of nature in the manner of working the things he Takes in hand.
And this exceeding quicke speed the Diuell heere vseth, to stirre vp in Christ a more eager desire after those strange & goodly things wherof he had but as it were a glimple, that so by degrees he might worke in Christ a liking of them;
And this exceeding quick speed the devil Here uses, to stir up in christ a more eager desire After those strange & goodly things whereof he had but as it were a glimple, that so by Degrees he might work in christ a liking of them;
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And this also, as the former, must make vs watchful against all Satans crafty wiles, that wee be not beguised by him. Thus much for Satans preparation.
And this also, as the former, must make us watchful against all Satan crafty wiles, that we be not beguised by him. Thus much for Satan preparation.
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The drift of Satan in this assault (which we must carefully obserue) is to draw Christ to commit idolatry by the hope of wordly kingdomes and the glory of them:
The drift of Satan in this assault (which we must carefully observe) is to draw christ to commit idolatry by the hope of wordly kingdoms and the glory of them:
heerby not only ordinary professours, but ministers and preachers of the Gospell haue beene drawen to absure and renounce that truth which formerlie they haue taught,
hereby not only ordinary professors, but Ministers and Preachers of the Gospel have been drawn to absure and renounce that truth which formerly they have taught,
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heerby also Protestant merchants, are drawen to become very seruiceable to the Popish Churches, by transporting among them wax and such like merchandize, which serue as necessary helps & furtherances to their idolatrous seruice.
hereby also Protestant merchant's, Are drawn to become very serviceable to the Popish Churches, by transporting among them wax and such like merchandise, which serve as necessary helps & furtherances to their idolatrous service.
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but because they would still enioy their wordly commodities? And the more men doe possesse in the world, ordinarily the lesse courage and resolution they haue for the religion of God,
but Because they would still enjoy their wordly commodities? And the more men do possess in the world, ordinarily the less courage and resolution they have for the Religion of God,
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which in generall may admonish vs how dangerous an enemy the world is to the power of true religion. This temptation hath two parts: A promise made to Christ; and the condition thereof.
which in general may admonish us how dangerous an enemy the world is to the power of true Religion. This temptation hath two parts: A promise made to christ; and the condition thereof.
Now that which the Diuell aimed at in Christ doth hee commonly effect in the world, he makes men beleeue that he is the giuer of all things and so brings many a one to relie vpon him.
Now that which the devil aimed At in christ does he commonly Effect in the world, he makes men believe that he is the giver of all things and so brings many a one to rely upon him.
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now the Diuell hath laboured by all meanes to bring this ministerie wherein the Churches spirituall soueraignty doth consist, to become an earthly lordship and dominion, that by this meanes he might ouerturne it,
now the devil hath laboured by all means to bring this Ministry wherein the Churches spiritual sovereignty does consist, to become an earthly lordship and dominion, that by this means he might overturn it,
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This fidelitie in keeping promise is a fruit of the spirit, called by the Apostle, faith, Gal. 5. 25. and a propertie of him that must rest in Gods holy mountaine, Psal. 15. 4. not to change from a mans lawfull oath or promise,
This Fidis in keeping promise is a fruit of the Spirit, called by the Apostle, faith, Gal. 5. 25. and a property of him that must rest in God's holy mountain, Psalm 15. 4. not to change from a men lawful oath or promise,
Fourthly, in this promise of Satan we may obserue, that hee knowes all the kingdomes of the world, else he could not haue shewed them to him which heere he offers to giue:
Fourthly, in this promise of Satan we may observe, that he knows all the kingdoms of the world, Else he could not have showed them to him which Here he offers to give:
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yea his offering of them, with the glory of them al, which hee could so speedily represent, doth shew vnto vs that hee is most expert in the policies and regiments of states and kingdomes;
yea his offering of them, with the glory of them all, which he could so speedily represent, does show unto us that he is most expert in the policies and regiments of states and kingdoms;
hee goes not to and fro for nought compassing the earth, Iob. 1. 7. And his promise of them to Christ, was made to inflame his heart with ambition after those kingdomes and glories, that he might enioy some of them at the least.
he Goes not to and from for nought compassing the earth, Job 1. 7. And his promise of them to christ, was made to inflame his heart with ambition After those kingdoms and Glories, that he might enjoy Some of them At the least.
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Wherein we may note that one speciall practise of the Diuell is to ouerturne states and kingdomes, by putting ambition into mens hearts after earthly kingdomes, and glories:
Wherein we may note that one special practice of the devil is to overturn states and kingdoms, by putting ambition into men's hearts After earthly kingdoms, and Glories:
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We may see the truth heereof in our own land, in the manifold complots and treasons both at home and abroad that haue been conspired and attempted against our Prince and State, by profane men stirred vp by the diuell through ambition & discontent:
We may see the truth hereof in our own land, in the manifold complots and treasons both At home and abroad that have been conspired and attempted against our Prince and State, by profane men stirred up by the Devil through ambition & discontent:
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and to shew forth our thankfulnesse by all holy obedience vnto that God who hath brought to nought the diuelish conspiracies & treacheries of the ambitious instruments of Satan.
and to show forth our thankfulness by all holy Obedience unto that God who hath brought to nought the devilish conspiracies & Treacheries of the ambitious Instruments of Satan.
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if the Diuell haue such malice against them? Answ. Through the good prouidence of God, who giues his good Angels charge to guard and defend, not only his children in particular,
if the devil have such malice against them? Answer Through the good providence of God, who gives his good Angels charge to guard and defend, not only his children in particular,
and when the king of Syria sent a mighty host to take the Prophet Elisha that was in Dothan, the Lord sent for his defence horses & chariots of fire which filled the mountaines.
and when the King of Syria sent a mighty host to take the Prophet Elisha that was in Dothan, the Lord sent for his defence Horses & chariots of fire which filled the Mountains.
and the same is the voice of the Pope of Rome, both registred in their canons and daily attempted in practise, to dispose of all the kingdomes of the earth;
and the same is the voice of the Pope of Rome, both registered in their Canonas and daily attempted in practice, to dispose of all the kingdoms of the earth;
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Secondly, arrogant and shamelesse boasting, to vaunt himselfe euen to the Lords owne face, as though he were soueraigne lord of that which belongs to God alone.
Secondly, arrogant and shameless boasting, to vaunt himself even to the lords own face, as though he were sovereign lord of that which belongs to God alone.
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for if he dares be thus bold with Christ the head, as to seeke to draw him from the worship of his Father to such abominable idolatrie, what will he not attempt with silly and sinfull men? The Scriptures are plentifull in shewing his indeuours this way.
for if he dares be thus bold with christ the head, as to seek to draw him from the worship of his Father to such abominable idolatry, what will he not attempt with silly and sinful men? The Scriptures Are plentiful in showing his endeavours this Way.
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Michaiah saw in vision an euill spirit offering himselfe vnto God, to become a lying spirit in the mouth of all Ahabs prophets, euen foure hundred at one time.
Michaiah saw in vision an evil Spirit offering himself unto God, to become a lying Spirit in the Mouth of all Ahabs Prophets, even foure hundred At one time.
When Iehoshuah the high Priest stood before the Lord, Satan stood at his right hand to resist him, hee sought to hinder the building and worship of the materiall temple;
When Joshua the high Priest stood before the Lord, Satan stood At his right hand to resist him, he sought to hinder the building and worship of the material temple;
much more therefore will he seeke to hinder the building of the spirituall temple, euen the worke of the ministery in conuersion of soules whereby they are pulled out of Satans kingdome,
much more Therefore will he seek to hinder the building of the spiritual temple, even the work of the Ministry in conversion of Souls whereby they Are pulled out of Satan Kingdom,
and Iesuites, who seeke the infection of States thorow all the world. By all which, the Diuels enmitie against the Church is most apparent. The vse. I.
and Iesuites, who seek the infection of States thorough all the world. By all which, the Devils enmity against the Church is most apparent. The use. I.
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for if he durst attempt a demaund heerof at the hands of Christ, who shall thinke to escape this assault when oportunity serues him? And howsoeuer men thinke it impossible, that Satan should thus far preuaile with any,
for if he durst attempt a demand hereof At the hands of christ, who shall think to escape this assault when opportunity serves him? And howsoever men think it impossible, that Satan should thus Far prevail with any,
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First, that all doctrines denised by man in the matter of religion, which either directly or by iust consequence oppugne the word of God, are doctrines of Diuels: 1. Tim. 4. 1. 3. Doctrines repugnant to the word, touching mariage,
First, that all doctrines denised by man in the matter of Religion, which either directly or by just consequence oppugn the word of God, Are doctrines of Devils: 1. Tim. 4. 1. 3. Doctrines repugnant to the word, touching marriage,
Doubtlesse, the Gentiles intended to worship God in their images, but because that worship was not according to Gods wil, the Apostle respects not their intent,
Doubtless, the Gentiles intended to worship God in their Images, but Because that worship was not according to God's will, the Apostle respects not their intent,
yea of their sacrifice of the Masse, wee may as truly say as the Apostle did of heathen idol worship, that they sacrifice not vnto God, but to the Diuell;
yea of their sacrifice of the Mass, we may as truly say as the Apostle did of heathen idol worship, that they sacrifice not unto God, but to the devil;
for all such as (notwithstanding their outward profession) haue their hearts set vpon the world, more eagerly affecting the honours, profits and pleasures thereof then God and his word, do in deed and truth worship the Diuell;
for all such as (notwithstanding their outward profession) have their hearts Set upon the world, more eagerly affecting the honours, profits and pleasures thereof then God and his word, do in deed and truth worship the devil;
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for hee is the God of this world, ruling in the heart of the children of disobedience, by the baites of honour, profit and pleasure he steales mens hearts from God,
for he is the God of this world, ruling in the heart of the children of disobedience, by the baits of honour, profit and pleasure he steals men's hearts from God,
Whereby we see that it may bee true which sundrie times wee heare of, and many histories do record, to witte, that some persons doe make a league with the Diuell, wherein the Diuell couenanteth to be seruiceable vnto them in procuring them honour, riches, pleasures,
Whereby we see that it may be true which sundry times we hear of, and many histories do record, to wit, that Some Persons do make a league with the devil, wherein the devil Covenanteth to be serviceable unto them in procuring them honour, riches, pleasures,
or great renowme for some strange actiuities, wherto he will enable them, vpon condition that they for their parts giue vnto him, their bodies, their soules, or their bloud.
or great renown for Some strange activities, whereto he will enable them, upon condition that they for their parts give unto him, their bodies, their Souls, or their blood.
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but they are deceiued, for hee attempted in effect such a thing with Christ, what will hee not therefore do with silly and sinfull men, especially when he finds them cast downe with discontents? And thus much for the Diuels assault.
but they Are deceived, for he attempted in Effect such a thing with christ, what will he not Therefore do with silly and sinful men, especially when he finds them cast down with discontents? And thus much for the Devils assault.
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Before his answer hee propoundeth a speech of indignation and detestation both of the Diuell and his offer, auoid Satan, as if he should say, I haue heard thee Satan to speake imuriously against my fathers word, and against my selfe;
Before his answer he propoundeth a speech of Indignation and detestation both of the devil and his offer, avoid Satan, as if he should say, I have herd thee Satan to speak imuriously against my Father's word, and against my self;
In this detestation of Christ towards Satan, for vttering blasphmie against his father, in his chalenge to haue power to dispose of all the kingdomes of the world as being his own;
In this detestation of christ towards Satan, for uttering blasphmie against his father, in his challenge to have power to dispose of all the kingdoms of the world as being his own;
now whē we meet with such, we must not be like Stoicks without affection, but in Christian wisdome from bleeding harts for the reproch of God, shew forth godly zeale and indignation for the rescue of his glorie.
now when we meet with such, we must not be like Stoics without affection, but in Christian Wisdom from bleeding hearts for the reproach of God, show forth godly zeal and Indignation for the rescue of his glory.
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The Hypocriticall practise of wicked Iezabel in proclaming a fast vpon the false accusation of Nabothes blasphemie against God and the king, may teach Gods Church to be zealous indeed aagainst all blasphemers.
The Hypocritical practice of wicked Jezebel in proclaiming a fast upon the false accusation of Nabothes blasphemy against God and the King, may teach God's Church to be zealous indeed against all blasphemers.
Teares were Dauids meat day and night, while the heathen among whom he was constrained to liue, said vnto him where is thy God? And iust Lot vexed his righteous soule from day to day with the vnlawfull deeds of the filthie Sodomites, liuing among them.
Tears were David meat day and night, while the heathen among whom he was constrained to live, said unto him where is thy God? And just Lot vexed his righteous soul from day to day with the unlawful Deeds of the filthy Sodomites, living among them.
how much more then should he die the death though he had a thousand liues, that shall blaspheme the king of kings? Shal one that hath been baptized into the name of Christ, say there is no God,
how much more then should he die the death though he had a thousand lives, that shall Blaspheme the King of Kings? Shall one that hath been baptised into the name of christ, say there is no God,
but saith vnto him, get behind me Satan. So that we are without excuse if we shal reiect this counsel of Salomō, Heare no more the instruction, that causeth to erre from the words of knowledge.
but Says unto him, get behind me Satan. So that we Are without excuse if we shall reject this counsel of Salomō, Hear no more the instruction, that Causes to err from the words of knowledge.
Thirdly, heer by we also learne how to behaue our selues towards satan when he is violent and importunate in his temptations, to wit, that howsoeuer we may reply to them out of Gods word when they are more milde,
Thirdly, her by we also Learn how to behave our selves towards satan when he is violent and importunate in his temptations, to wit, that howsoever we may reply to them out of God's word when they Are more mild,
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saying, It is written, thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, &c. And whereas he saith the third time, it is written, taking his answer from the Scripture;
saying, It is written, thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, etc. And whereas he Says the third time, it is written, taking his answer from the Scripture;
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If this were true, Christ would not haue alledged outward Scripture, as they call it; but hee knew the written word was the powerfull weapon, sufficient to vanquish the Diuell.
If this were true, christ would not have alleged outward Scripture, as they call it; but he knew the written word was the powerful weapon, sufficient to vanquish the devil.
and to the latter part Christ addeth the word onely; saying, him onely shalt thou serue, for that which Moses saith, and serue him. But the truth is, heere is no corruption,
and to the latter part christ adds the word only; saying, him only shalt thou serve, for that which Moses Says, and serve him. But the truth is, Here is no corruption,
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first, that Christ and his Apostles in alledging the Scriptures of the old Testament, did not so much respect the words as the true and proper meaning of the place.
First, that christ and his Apostles in alleging the Scriptures of the old Testament, did not so much respect the words as the true and proper meaning of the place.
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And Christ saying, thou shalt worship or adore the Lord thy God, vnderstandeth by worship, outward adoration in bowing of the body, whereby we testifie the inward awe and reuerence of the heart,
And christ saying, thou shalt worship or adore the Lord thy God, understandeth by worship, outward adoration in bowing of the body, whereby we testify the inward awe and Reverence of the heart,
To feare God in that place is from a reuerent awe of the heart towards God to humble a mans selfe in prostrating his body before the Lord, either to praise God for benefits receiued,
To Fear God in that place is from a reverent awe of the heart towards God to humble a men self in prostrating his body before the Lord, either to praise God for benefits received,
first, what worship and seruice is: secondly, to whom it belongeth. First, worship in generall betokeneth, the exhibiting and giuing of reuerence and honour to another. This worship is two-fold; Ciuill, or Diuine;
First, what worship and service is: secondly, to whom it belongeth. First, worship in general Betokeneth, the exhibiting and giving of Reverence and honour to Another. This worship is twofold; Civil, or Divine;
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Ciuill worship is that outward reuerence and honour which one man giues to another, as by prostrating the body, bowing the knee &c. The end of Ciuill worship is, to testifie and acknowledge superiority and preheminence in another, either for authority and office,
Civil worship is that outward Reverence and honour which one man gives to Another, as by prostrating the body, bowing the knee etc. The end of Civil worship is, to testify and acknowledge superiority and pre-eminence in Another, either for Authority and office,
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In this Ciuill maner did Iacob bow himselfe euen times to his brother Esau, thereby acknowledging him for his superiour and better, Gen. 33. 3. Thus also did Abraham bow himselfe before the Hittites, Gen. 23. 7. And Lot vnto the Angels that came into Sodome, taking them to be but men, Gen. 19. 1. And in this ciuill maner it is lawfull to kneele before Kings and Princes, to testifie our subiection vnto them,
In this Civil manner did Iacob bow himself even times to his brother Esau, thereby acknowledging him for his superior and better, Gen. 33. 3. Thus also did Abraham bow himself before the Hittites, Gen. 23. 7. And Lot unto the Angels that Come into Sodom, taking them to be but men, Gen. 19. 1. And in this civil manner it is lawful to kneel before Kings and Princes, to testify our subjection unto them,
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Secondly, by ascribing vnto it the attributes of God, as omnipresence, omnipotency, to bee most iust, to know all things &c. Thirdly, by accepting and acknowledging it to be the Creator and Gouernour of all things.
Secondly, by ascribing unto it the attributes of God, as omnipresence, omnipotency, to be most just, to know all things etc. Thirdly, by accepting and acknowledging it to be the Creator and Governor of all things.
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for by religion, which indeed is Gods worship, and by piety, do men ascribe vnto a thing diuine and religious honour. Diuine worship is two fold: Inward in the mind; or outward in the body.
for by Religion, which indeed is God's worship, and by piety, do men ascribe unto a thing divine and religious honour. Divine worship is two fold: Inward in the mind; or outward in the body.
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as omnipotency, infinite wisedome, iustice, mercy, &c. or being the Creator and Gouernour of all; or the giuer of all good things vnto him, and his preseruer from all euill.
as omnipotency, infinite Wisdom, Justice, mercy, etc. or being the Creator and Governor of all; or the giver of all good things unto him, and his preserver from all evil.
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Outward diuine worship is, when a man shall any way bow, prostrate, or cast downe his body to any thing, thereby to testifie, that his mind and heart are deuoted to it:
Outward divine worship is, when a man shall any Way bow, prostrate, or cast down his body to any thing, thereby to testify, that his mind and heart Are devoted to it:
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And heere we must vnderstand our Sauiour Christ to meane, outward diuine worship, as if hee should say, Thou shalt religiously submit, bow or prostrate thy body vnto God in praier or thanksgiuing, thereby testifying that thou hast deuoted thy heart and soule vnto him, not onely conceiuing him to be the diuine essence, omnipotent, infinite &c. but also that thou doest rest and relie on him as on thy Creator, who doth blesse thee with all good things and preserue thee from all euill.
And Here we must understand our Saviour christ to mean, outward divine worship, as if he should say, Thou shalt religiously submit, bow or prostrate thy body unto God in prayer or thanksgiving, thereby testifying that thou hast devoted thy heart and soul unto him, not only conceiving him to be the divine essence, omnipotent, infinite etc. but also that thou dost rest and rely on him as on thy Creator, who does bless thee with all good things and preserve thee from all evil.
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for God hath giuen power to magistrates heere on earth to make lawes for the good of ciuil estates, in yeelding obediēce wherunto, their inferiors must doe them seruice;
for God hath given power to Magistrates Here on earth to make laws for the good of civil estates, in yielding Obedience whereunto, their inferiors must do them service;
Now of these two kinds of seruice, our Sauior Christ speaketh here, of simple and absolute seruice, whereby both soule and body with all the powers and parts thereof yeeld absolute obedience and subiection to the will and commandement of God.
Now of these two Kinds of service, our Saviour christ speaks Here, of simple and absolute service, whereby both soul and body with all the Powers and parts thereof yield absolute Obedience and subjection to the will and Commandment of God.
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The Lord thy God: Diuine worship whether inward or outward, and absolute seruice of the whole man, must be giuen to no creature, Angell or man, be they neuer so excellent,
The Lord thy God: Divine worship whither inward or outward, and absolute service of the Whole man, must be given to no creature, Angel or man, be they never so excellent,
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Where we see the good angels do striue for the furtherance of Gods right in these duties, howsoeuer this wicked spirit tempting Christ, doth heerein seeke Gods great disgrace.
Where we see the good Angels do strive for the furtherance of God's right in these duties, howsoever this wicked Spirit tempting christ, does herein seek God's great disgrace.
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for Satan requiring of Christ the prostrating of his body before the Diuell, in token that he did worship him as the giuer of those kingdomes which he offered vnto Christ, is iustly repulsed by this text, which bindeth euery man to giue outward diuine worship, whereby the inward worship of the heart is signified, to God alone and not to any creature.
for Satan requiring of christ the prostrating of his body before the devil, in token that he did worship him as the giver of those kingdoms which he offered unto christ, is justly repulsed by this text, which binds every man to give outward divine worship, whereby the inward worship of the heart is signified, to God alone and not to any creature.
Heere then we may learne, that it is not lawfull to giue to Saint or Angel, or any creature whatsoeuer, outward diuine worship or adoration, whereby the inward deuotion of the heart is testified.
Here then we may Learn, that it is not lawful to give to Saint or Angel, or any creature whatsoever, outward divine worship or adoration, whereby the inward devotion of the heart is testified.
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This text is plaine to the contrary, and the reason we haue heard, because diuine prostrating of the body to any thing, is a testification that we ascribe diuinity vnto it some way;
This text is plain to the contrary, and the reason we have herd, Because divine prostrating of the body to any thing, is a testification that we ascribe divinity unto it Some Way;
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but onely desired, that by this outward adoration of prostrating his body before him, Christ would acknowledge him to be the giuer of those kingdomes, (for he durst not be so bold as absolutely to desire to be worshipped for God) and yet Christ tels him, that outward diuine worship euen in respect of the acknowledgement of such a gift is proper to God alone.
but only desired, that by this outward adoration of prostrating his body before him, christ would acknowledge him to be the giver of those kingdoms, (for he durst not be so bold as absolutely to desire to be worshipped for God) and yet christ tells him, that outward divine worship even in respect of the acknowledgement of such a gift is proper to God alone.
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for they make seuerall saints deliuerers and protectors from seuerall diseases and dangers: as the Virgin Mary from shipwracke; S. Roch from the pestilence; Raphael from sore aies; Apollonia from the tooth-ach;
for they make several Saints deliverers and Protectors from several diseases and dangers: as the Virgae Marry from shipwreck; S. Roch from the pestilence; Raphael from soar aies; Apollonia from the toothache;
Yea they make them patrons and protectours of whole countries and kingdomes, as Saint Iames for Spaine; Saint Denis for France; Saint Patricke for Ireland, &c. Now sith many a one may giue a kingdome that cannot defend it let all men iudge whether they doe not giue more vnto Saints,
Yea they make them Patrons and Protectors of Whole countries and kingdoms, as Saint James for Spain; Saint Denis for France; Saint Patrick for Ireland, etc. Now sith many a one may give a Kingdom that cannot defend it let all men judge whither they do not give more unto Saints,
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they call the Virgin Mary, the Queene of Heauen, and pray to her, that by the authority of a mother, she would command her sonne to heare their praiers;
they call the Virgae Marry, the Queen of Heaven, and pray to her, that by the Authority of a mother, she would command her son to hear their Prayers;
for men adore them and in their absence fall downe before their chaire of estate. Answ. The adoration giuen to Princes, is but a ciuill acknowledgement of their preheminence:
for men adore them and in their absence fallen down before their chair of estate. Answer The adoration given to Princes, is but a civil acknowledgement of their pre-eminence:
it is not directed to the Princes person being absent, but only serueth to testifie his subiection to that authoritie and power which is set ouer him in the Lord;
it is not directed to the Princes person being absent, but only serveth to testify his subjection to that Authority and power which is Set over him in the Lord;
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for therein be ascribed vnto them these diuine properties, that they can know the heart, heare and helpe afarre off, pray for them in particular, and such like;
for therein be ascribed unto them these divine properties, that they can know the heart, hear and help afar off, pray for them in particular, and such like;
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and our holy dayes turned from the adoration of saints to the seruice of God, whereon also our conscience knowes her libertie giuen of God for honest labour in a lawfull calling as neede requires.
and our holy days turned from the adoration of Saints to the service of God, whereon also our conscience knows her liberty given of God for honest labour in a lawful calling as need requires.
Men commonly thinke they haue done enough, if on daies appointed they come to the Church and there performe outward worship vnto God in hearing the word, in praier, and receiuing the Sacraments;
Men commonly think they have done enough, if on days appointed they come to the Church and there perform outward worship unto God in hearing the word, in prayer, and receiving the Sacraments;
but heerein is the common errour, that when they haue performed this outward worship they make no conscience of absolute seruice, the thing which Christ heere ioines to worship;
but herein is the Common error, that when they have performed this outward worship they make no conscience of absolute service, the thing which christ Here joins to worship;
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but seuer not thou seruice from worship, which Christ hath ioyned together, lest God say vnto thee forthy worship as hee did once to the Iewes My soule hateth your new moones and your appointed feasts, they are a burden vnto me, &c. What, doth God hate that worship himselfe appointed? no,
but sever not thou service from worship, which christ hath joined together, lest God say unto thee forthy worship as he did once to the Iewes My soul hates your new moons and your appointed feasts, they Are a burden unto me, etc. What, does God hate that worship himself appointed? no,
he reiects all seruice at their hands, because their hands were full of blood, v. 15. Read Micha. 6. v. 6. 7. 8. The offering of sacrifice was a speciall part of worship vnder the Law,
he rejects all service At their hands, Because their hands were full of blood, v. 15. Read Micah. 6. v. 6. 7. 8. The offering of sacrifice was a special part of worship under the Law,
and yet though a man should bring for his sacrifice thousands of Rammes, or ten thousand riuers of oile, nay though he brought his first borne, the fruite of his body for the sinne of his soule, yet all is nothing without iustice, mercy, humbling himselfe and walking with his God, vers.
and yet though a man should bring for his sacrifice thousands of Rams, or ten thousand Rivers of oil, nay though he brought his First born, the fruit of his body for the sin of his soul, yet all is nothing without Justice, mercy, humbling himself and walking with his God, vers.
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they blame vs greatly for teaching that a man is iustified by faith only, saying the word only, is not in any place ascribed to iustification by faith.
they blame us greatly for teaching that a man is justified by faith only, saying the word only, is not in any place ascribed to justification by faith.
and serue him, and yet Christ saith, it is written, him only shalt thou serue, because the restraint and inhibition annexed, from giuing this worship and seruice to any other, doth in effect include only; euen so,
and serve him, and yet christ Says, it is written, him only shalt thou serve, Because the restraint and inhibition annexed, from giving this worship and service to any other, does in Effect include only; even so,
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yet because of the exclusion of workes vsually annexed to that phrase, as that, we are iustified by faith without the workes of the Law, Rom. 3. 28. and are iustified freely by his grace, v. 24. and that a man is not iustified by the workes of the Law,
yet Because of the exclusion of works usually annexed to that phrase, as that, we Are justified by faith without the works of the Law, Rom. 3. 28. and Are justified freely by his grace, v. 24. and that a man is not justified by the works of the Law,
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but by faith, Gal. 2. 16. hereupon I say we may hold and teach, and that truly, according to the true sense thereof, following Christs example in this place, that the scripture saith, a man is iustified by faith only.
but by faith, Gal. 2. 16. hereupon I say we may hold and teach, and that truly, according to the true sense thereof, following Christ Exampl in this place, that the scripture Says, a man is justified by faith only.
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in word we wil all acknowledge our selues to be his seruants, but if heerin we will approue our selues to be his seruants, we must resolue and labour to yeeld vnto him absolute obedience,
in word we will all acknowledge our selves to be his Servants, but if herein we will approve our selves to be his Servants, we must resolve and labour to yield unto him absolute Obedience,
and that from the whole man in soule and body and spirit, not for a time, but continually. VERSE 11. Then the Diuell left him, and behold the Angels came and ministred vnto him.
and that from the Whole man in soul and body and Spirit, not for a time, but continually. VERSE 11. Then the devil left him, and behold the Angels Come and ministered unto him.
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THese words containe the third part of this description of Christs temptation; to wit, the happie euent and issue thereof, in Christs glorious victory ouer the Tempter;
THese words contain the third part of this description of Christ temptation; to wit, the happy event and issue thereof, in Christ glorious victory over the Tempter;
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In this appeares the vnspeakeable mercie of God vnto his Church, in mitigating, and in due time putting an end vnto the afflictions and temptations thereof;
In this appears the unspeakable mercy of God unto his Church, in mitigating, and in due time putting an end unto the afflictions and temptations thereof;
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yet it shall surely come and shall not stay, Cha. 2. 3. Thus Paul comforteth the Christian Corinthians, God is faithfull, and will not suffer you to be tempted aboue that which ye are able to beare,
yet it shall surely come and shall not stay, Cha. 2. 3. Thus Paul comforts the Christian Corinthians, God is faithful, and will not suffer you to be tempted above that which you Are able to bear,
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yea by good experience we may see the truth heereof in the happy issue that the Lord hath put to the most fearefull temptations of sundry in our time, who haue beene exercised therein, some for a yeare or two, other for longer time euen many yeares together,
yea by good experience we may see the truth hereof in the happy issue that the Lord hath put to the most fearful temptations of sundry in our time, who have been exercised therein, Some for a year or two, other for longer time even many Years together,
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when Christ in indignation for his blasphemy against God had said, Auoid Satan; and withall had answered his temptation out of the written word, then he departs. Hence we learne:
when christ in Indignation for his blasphemy against God had said, Avoid Satan; and withal had answered his temptation out of the written word, then he departs. Hence we Learn:
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Secondly, this also shewes their dangerous course who yeeld to Satans temptations for a time, taking their pleasure in their youth, purposing to resist him when they are olde and then to repent:
Secondly, this also shows their dangerous course who yield to Satan temptations for a time, taking their pleasure in their youth, purposing to resist him when they Are old and then to Repent:
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for obedience is two fould, voluntary, and constrained; voluntary, when the creature doth Gods command without compulsion, thus Adam did before his fail,
for Obedience is two fouled, voluntary, and constrained; voluntary, when the creature does God's command without compulsion, thus Adam did before his fail,
they shall one day bee compelled, euen at the dreadful day of Iudgement, wil they, nil they, to obey that wofull voice of Christ, Depart from mee yee cursed into euerlasting fire, Mat. 25. 41. In regard whereof, wee must euer be carefull,
they shall one day be compelled, even At the dreadful day of Judgement, will they, nil they, to obey that woeful voice of christ, Depart from me ye cursed into everlasting fire, Mathew 25. 41. In regard whereof, we must ever be careful,
whereby thus much is signified, that look what knowledge, craft, or power the Diuel had, that did he imploy to the vttermost in these temptations before he left our Sauior Christ.
whereby thus much is signified, that look what knowledge, craft, or power the devil had, that did he employ to the uttermost in these temptations before he left our Saviour christ.
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for oft it will fall out that the conscience of Gods child shall bee so exceedingly tormented in temptation, that hee shall cry out, he is forsaken of God, and shalbe damned;
for oft it will fallen out that the conscience of God's child shall be so exceedingly tormented in temptation, that he shall cry out, he is forsaken of God, and shall damned;
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Lastly, Satans departing vpon the ending of these three temptations, giues vs to vnderstand, that howsoeuer the Diuel abound with temptations of all sorts,
Lastly, Satan departing upon the ending of these three temptations, gives us to understand, that howsoever the devil abound with temptations of all sorts,
And therefore it wil needfull for vs to take special notice of them, as also of Christs repulses giuen vnto them, that so wee may be the better armed against them and the like.
And Therefore it will needful for us to take special notice of them, as also of Christ repulses given unto them, that so we may be the better armed against them and the like.
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The second circumstance touching his departure is, for how long the Diuel left him, noted by Saint Luke, not for euer, but for a season. Some may say, we doe not find that Satan tempted Christ euer after this, saue only vpon the crosse, where he spotled principalities and powers, Coloss. 2. 15. Answ. The Diuell tempts men two waies:
The second circumstance touching his departure is, for how long the devil left him, noted by Saint Lycia, not for ever, but for a season. some may say, we do not find that Satan tempted christ ever After this, save only upon the cross, where he spotled principalities and Powers, Coloss. 2. 15. Answer The devil tempts men two ways:
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and Iob, by the Chaldeans and Sabeans that robbed him, and by his friends who sought to draw him from his integrity, Iob. 27. 5. now though Christ were not often after this tempted immediately by the Diuel,
and Job, by the Chaldeans and Sabeans that robbed him, and by his Friends who sought to draw him from his integrity, Job 27. 5. now though christ were not often After this tempted immediately by the devil,
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which must teach vs wisdome in regard of the state of our own Church in particular, town, that we must not dreame of a perpetuall freedome from trials and temptations, howsoeuer through Gods mercie wee haue inioyed admirable peace and tranquillity for many yeares together;
which must teach us Wisdom in regard of the state of our own Church in particular, town, that we must not dream of a perpetual freedom from trials and temptations, howsoever through God's mercy we have enjoyed admirable peace and tranquillity for many Years together;
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for being a part of Christs mystical body we must looke for the same condition with our head Christ Iesus, who being sore tempted of Satan was left but for a season, and after tempted againe:
for being a part of Christ mystical body we must look for the same condition with our head christ Iesus, who being soar tempted of Satan was left but for a season, and After tempted again:
And as this is the state of our Church in generall, so is it the particular condition of euery Christian, whose life is a continuall intercourse of trouble and peace,
And as this is the state of our Church in general, so is it the particular condition of every Christian, whose life is a continual intercourse of trouble and peace,
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In saying Behold, the Euangelist commends to our consideration the view of a great wonder, to wit, that that person whom the Diuel would haue had to haue worshipped him, is here worshipped and serued of the holy Angels of God.
In saying Behold, the Evangelist commends to our consideration the view of a great wonder, to wit, that that person whom the devil would have had to have worshipped him, is Here worshipped and served of the holy Angels of God.
Touching the ministerie of these Angels, here obserue three points. First, the bond that causeth the good Angels to minister vnto Christ. Secondly, their number.
Touching the Ministry of these Angels, Here observe three points. First, the bound that Causes the good Angels to minister unto christ. Secondly, their number.
but as hee is mediator God and man, euen the man Christ, (I say not the manhood of Christ) but Christ (as I may say) the man-God, is Lord of all Angels,
but as he is Mediator God and man, even the man christ, (I say not the manhood of christ) but christ (as I may say) the man-God, is Lord of all Angels,
And though the man-hood of Christ be not Lord of Angels, yet being receiued into the vnity of his God-head, it is thereby exalted aboue all Angels by many degrees.
And though the manhood of christ be not Lord of Angels, yet being received into the unity of his Godhead, it is thereby exalted above all Angels by many Degrees.
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Wherin we may behold the endlesse goodnesse of God, in aduancing our nature, which by sinne was made more vile then al earthly creatures, far aboue the Angels in degree, by reason of this coniunction which it hath with the nature of God in the person of Christ.
Wherein we may behold the endless Goodness of God, in advancing our nature, which by sin was made more vile then all earthly creatures, Far above the Angels in degree, by reason of this conjunction which it hath with the nature of God in the person of christ.
but euen giuing his glorious Angels to become ministring spirits for their protection, defence, & comfort. II. This their ministery, must admonish vs to carry our selues reuerently and holily in all maner of conuersation.
but even giving his glorious Angels to become ministering spirits for their protection, defence, & Comfort. II This their Ministry, must admonish us to carry our selves reverently and holily in all manner of Conversation.
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If we were in the presence of an earthly Prince, oh how carefull would we be to our behauiour both for words & actions? Much more then should the presence and attendance of Gods glorious angels, who pitch their tents about vs if we be Gods children, make vs circumspect to all our waies;
If we were in the presence of an earthly Prince, o how careful would we be to our behaviour both for words & actions? Much more then should the presence and attendance of God's glorious Angels, who pitch their tents about us if we be God's children, make us circumspect to all our ways;
And heereby falleth to the ground this common opinion, that euery man hath one good Angell and one bad attending vpon him, the one to protect him, the other to tempt him.
And hereby falls to the ground this Common opinion, that every man hath one good Angel and one bad attending upon him, the one to Pact him, the other to tempt him.
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But this opinion doth not wel stand with the tenour of the scripture, which thus sets out the state of men in regard of his attendance by Angels, that there are somtimes moe about him, and somtime fewer;
But this opinion does not well stand with the tenor of the scripture, which thus sets out the state of men in regard of his attendance by Angels, that there Are sometimes more about him, and sometime fewer;
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In this circumstance of time, we may obserue a worke of Gods prouidence which he pleaseth to exercise in the time of temptation vpon his owne children;
In this circumstance of time, we may observe a work of God's providence which he Pleases to exercise in the time of temptation upon his own children;
Thus he dealt with his beloued some Christ Iesus, during the time of Satans violent temptations he concealed from him the sensible assistance of the ministerie of his Angels, they shew not themselues till Satan is departed.
Thus he dealt with his Beloved Some christ Iesus, during the time of Satan violent temptations he concealed from him the sensible assistance of the Ministry of his Angels, they show not themselves till Satan is departed.
so wil the Lord leaue his children to themselues & conceale from them the signes of his fauour, suffering them to be buffered in temptation for a time, that they may find thereby what they are in themselues without Gods grace,
so will the Lord leave his children to themselves & conceal from them the Signs of his favour, suffering them to be buffered in temptation for a time, that they may find thereby what they Are in themselves without God's grace,
and by feeling the bitternesse of that estate, the more to hunger and thirst after his grace and fauour, the more ioifully and thankfully to embrace it when it is renued,
and by feeling the bitterness of that estate, the more to hunger and thirst After his grace and favour, the more joyfully and thankfully to embrace it when it is renewed,
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What made Dauid to accompt so highly of the courts of Gods house, as that he esteemed the silly birds happy that might build their nests by Gods altar, but his banishment thence, by the persecution of Saul wherin hee was constrained to remaine in Meshech, and to dwell in the tents of Kedar? And so when the people of God were in Babell, remembring Zion they wept; oh then, let my right hand forget to play,
What made David to account so highly of the Courts of God's house, as that he esteemed the silly Birds happy that might built their nests by God's altar, but his banishment thence, by the persecution of Saul wherein he was constrained to remain in Meshech, and to dwell in the tents of Kedar? And so when the people of God were in Babel, remembering Zion they wept; o then, let my right hand forget to play,
this is the common estate of most men (those onlie excepted who haue felt how hard a thing it is truly to repent and beleeue) thus to blesse themselues in a carnall peace;
this is the Common estate of most men (those only excepted who have felt how hard a thing it is truly to Repent and believe) thus to bless themselves in a carnal peace;
for all the true members of Christ must be made conformable vnto their head; now he was consecrated the prince of their saluation through afflictions, Heb. 2. 10: his soule was heauie vnto the death, before he could finish the worke of our life:
for all the true members of christ must be made conformable unto their head; now he was consecrated the Prince of their salvation through afflictions, Hebrew 2. 10: his soul was heavy unto the death, before he could finish the work of our life:
And indeed howsoeuer for the present this be not ioyous, yet they may count it exceeding great gladnesse, as the Apostle saith, not onely for this triall of their faith which bringeth forth patience,
And indeed howsoever for the present this be not joyous, yet they may count it exceeding great gladness, as the Apostle Says, not only for this trial of their faith which brings forth patience,
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Adde further that these men that neuer felt the assault of Satan, are as yet vnder a most fearfull iudgment of God in hardnesse of heart. When Christ sedde fiue thousand men with fiue loaues and two fishes, he distributed it by the hands of his disciples;
Add further that these men that never felt the assault of Satan, Are as yet under a most fearful judgement of God in hardness of heart. When christ said fiue thousand men with fiue loaves and two Fish, he distributed it by the hands of his Disciples;
To conclude therefore, let these men who yet neuer felt in themselues these assaults of Satan, vnfainedly endeuour to change the course of their liues by the practise of true repentance in eschewing euill and doing good;
To conclude Therefore, let these men who yet never felt in themselves these assaults of Satan, unfeignedly endeavour to change the course of their lives by the practice of true Repentance in Eschewing evil and doing good;
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and then they will shortly sing another song, to wit, that whosoeuer will liue godly in Christ Iesus must suffer temptations and be assaulted by the Diuell;
and then they will shortly sing Another song, to wit, that whosoever will live godly in christ Iesus must suffer temptations and be assaulted by the devil;
and then will they finde that this doctrine is needfull, yea they wil blesse God for this worke of his spirit that caused these temptations of Christs to be so particularly recorded, with his happy issue and victory ouer them all, not only for himselfe but for all his members, that in their temptations they may looke vnto Iesus,
and then will they find that this Doctrine is needful, yea they will bless God for this work of his Spirit that caused these temptations of Christ to be so particularly recorded, with his happy issue and victory over them all, not only for himself but for all his members, that in their temptations they may look unto Iesus,
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lest they should faint in their minds, for in that he suffered and was tempted he is able to succour them that are tempted, Heb. 2. 18. ROM. 16. 20. The God of peace shall tread Satan vnder your feete shortly.
lest they should faint in their minds, for in that he suffered and was tempted he is able to succour them that Are tempted, Hebrew 2. 18. ROM. 16. 20. The God of peace shall tread Satan under your feet shortly.
