The voyce of the cryer Containing 1. A denunciation of Gods iudgements. 2. An inuitation to repentance to preuent the same. Deliuered in two sermons by Alexander Vdny B. in Diuinity, and chaplaine to his Maiestie in ordinary, and minister of the Gospell at Hauking in Kent.
AMongst the many meanes which the Lord vseth for the conuersion of sinners, to draw them vnto repentance, two are most ordinary, effectuall and common, his Mercies and his Iudgements;
among the many means which the Lord uses for the conversion of Sinners, to draw them unto Repentance, two Are most ordinary, effectual and Common, his mercies and his Judgments;
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Mercy, that God had also amongst others, raised vp to preach vnto them the doctrine of Repentance, that as yet they had time, wherein they might repent, that God would accept of their repentance, if it were in sinceritie;
Mercy, that God had also among Others, raised up to preach unto them the Doctrine of Repentance, that as yet they had time, wherein they might Repent, that God would accept of their Repentance, if it were in sincerity;
yet because they accustomed themselues to and outward shew of Religion, without sincerity, presuming vpon the externall priuiledge which they had of being Abrahams seed, Circumcised as the children of Abraham; and therefore that God was bound vnto them,
yet Because they accustomed themselves to and outward show of Religion, without sincerity, presuming upon the external privilege which they had of being Abrahams seed, Circumcised as the children of Abraham; and Therefore that God was bound unto them,
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Therefore Saint Iohn doth in the words of my Text endeauour to ouerthrow this their presumption, exhorteth them vnto repentance, whereby they might both perswade themselues,
Therefore Saint John does in the words of my Text endeavour to overthrow this their presumption, exhorteth them unto Repentance, whereby they might both persuade themselves,
First, that many may outwardly submit themselues vnto the Ministery of Gods Word in hearing the same, which yet notwithstanding doe it not in sincerity.
First, that many may outwardly submit themselves unto the Ministry of God's Word in hearing the same, which yet notwithstanding do it not in sincerity.
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The Pharisees and the Saduces went out as others did, submitted themselues outwardly to the Ministery of Gods Word preached by Iohn, and yet in hypocrisie:
The Pharisees and the Sadducees went out as Others did, submitted themselves outwardly to the Ministry of God's Word preached by John, and yet in hypocrisy:
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thus did Herod, of whom it is recorded that he reuerenced Iohn, and when he heard him, he did many things, and heard him gladly, and yet in hypocrisie:
thus did Herod, of whom it is recorded that he reverenced John, and when he herd him, he did many things, and herd him gladly, and yet in hypocrisy:
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when Iohn saw many of the Pharises and Saduces, and knew (no doubt by the reuelation of Gods spirit) that they were come in hypocrisie, he rouseth them vp with this alarum, Now also is the axe laid to the root of the tree:
when John saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees, and knew (no doubt by the Revelation of God's Spirit) that they were come in hypocrisy, he rouses them up with this alarm, Now also is the axe laid to the root of the tree:
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This will be profitable towards Preachers, this will be profitable for hearers, hereby Gods glory shall be aduanced, the kingdome of the diuell and sinne destroyed:
This will be profitable towards Preachers, this will be profitable for hearers, hereby God's glory shall be advanced, the Kingdom of the Devil and sin destroyed:
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when by the lanterne of Gods word, they shall see euen the secrets of their heart discouered, their most neere and deere sinnes rebuked? Will it not be for the aduancement of Gods glory,
when by the lantern of God's word, they shall see even the secrets of their heart discovered, their most near and deer Sins rebuked? Will it not be for the advancement of God's glory,
Preachers, that they may with the eye of discretion, distinguish betwixt their hearers, taking particular notice of their chiefest vices, that with an holy and bold resolution to rebuke them for the same, without respect of persons;
Preachers, that they may with the eye of discretion, distinguish betwixt their hearers, taking particular notice of their chiefest vices, that with an holy and bold resolution to rebuke them for the same, without respect of Persons;
Dost thou come an hypocrite? let Gods word sharper then any two edged sword meet with thee, that thou maiest goe away a sincere Christian, esteeme them most, which doe least sooth thee vp in thy sinnes,
Dost thou come an hypocrite? let God's word sharper then any two edged sword meet with thee, that thou Mayest go away a sincere Christian, esteem them most, which do lest sooth thee up in thy Sins,
and account them not alwayes thy best friends which sowe pillowes vnder thy arme-holes, which proclaime peace when there is warre, which tell thee thou art reconciled vnto God,
and account them not always thy best Friends which sow pillows under thy armholes, which proclaim peace when there is war, which tell thee thou art reconciled unto God,
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whose error in judgement, as St. Iohn doth here reprehend, so our Sauiout at another time, If ye were Abrahams childran, ye would do the workes of Abraham:
whose error in judgement, as Saint John does Here reprehend, so our Sanctity At Another time, If you were Abrahams childran, you would do the works of Abraham:
And againe, for Circumcision verely is profitable if thou do the Law, but if thou bee a transgressor of the Law, thy circumcision is made vncircumcision.
And again, for Circumcision verily is profitable if thou do the Law, but if thou be a transgressor of the Law, thy circumcision is made uncircumcision.
example we haue of this in Hophni, and Phinias, the two sonnes of Ely, who was the Priest of the most high God, that for their wickednesse were slaine in battell,
Exampl we have of this in Hophni, and Phineas, the two Sons of Ely, who was the Priest of the most high God, that for their wickedness were slain in battle,
but there is no happinesse without Christ, by him we are reconciled vnto God, & therefore no externall prerogatiue doth auaile at all, the iust man shall liue by his faith in him.
but there is no happiness without christ, by him we Are reconciled unto God, & Therefore no external prerogative does avail At all, the just man shall live by his faith in him.
whereunto there was a condition annexed, that Abraham and his seed after him in their generations for euer should keepe the couenant of God, wherein if they did faile, in making defection from God,
whereunto there was a condition annexed, that Abraham and his seed After him in their generations for ever should keep the Covenant of God, wherein if they did fail, in making defection from God,
and first it reproueth the Papist, who affirme, that by their workes, de congruo & condigno, (that it is by the good workes of others) men may be saued.
and First it Reproveth the Papist, who affirm, that by their works, de Congruo & condigno, (that it is by the good works of Others) men may be saved.
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This testimony is worthy of small credit, seeing euer his whole workes are repudiated by those of greatest Antiquity, amongst the learned, Ensebius, and Tertullian, S. Hierome. This is a most fearefull consenage of Gods,
This testimony is worthy of small credit, seeing ever his Whole works Are repudiated by those of greatest Antiquity, among the learned, Eusebius, and Tertullian, S. Jerome. This is a most fearful consenage of God's,
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The Patriarches did obserue the Ceremoniall Law, yet hereby they could not be iustified, For by the workes of the Law, shall no flesh be iustified before God:
The Patriarchs did observe the Ceremonial Law, yet hereby they could not be justified, For by the works of the Law, shall no Flesh be justified before God:
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or an acquired habit by them, but onely by imputation of Christs righteousnesse. The second vse of this Doctrine, is to distinguish betwixt the godly and the wicked;
or an acquired habit by them, but only by imputation of Christ righteousness. The second use of this Doctrine, is to distinguish betwixt the godly and the wicked;
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vntill they haue an inward sence and feeling of Gods mercy in their hearts, whereby they are powerfully through the Spirit of regeneration, to performe the workes of sanctification,
until they have an inward sense and feeling of God's mercy in their hearts, whereby they Are powerfully through the Spirit of regeneration, to perform the works of sanctification,
the wicked by contrary, presume vpon outward blessings, and externall prerogatiues, resting vpon them without any further endeauour for-holinesse in life and conuersation.
the wicked by contrary, presume upon outward blessings, and external prerogatives, resting upon them without any further endeavour for-holinesse in life and Conversation.
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If the Heathen could say vnto his Countreymen the Athenians, when they committed any offence, certainly our enemies the Lacedemonians would not haue done thus, thereby to disswade them from their Iewde behauiour;
If the Heathen could say unto his Countrymen the Athenians, when they committed any offence, Certainly our enemies the Lacedaemonians would not have done thus, thereby to dissuade them from their Jewede behaviour;
much more wee which are created according to Gods owne image, which weare the badge and cognizance of Christians, learne both in respect of that nobility which wee haue in Christ,
much more we which Are created according to God's own image, which wear the badge and cognizance of Christians, Learn both in respect of that Nobilt which we have in christ,
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Touching the substance, it containeth matter both of mercy and of Iudgement, which were the two parts wherein the ministery of Iohn consisted, as it was foretold of him:
Touching the substance, it Containeth matter both of mercy and of Judgement, which were the two parts wherein the Ministry of John consisted, as it was foretold of him:
God is compared to an husbandman, who had planted a vineyard in Iudea, namely his Church, which from time to time he had manured and dressed, What could I haue done more to my vineyard that I haue not done vnto it? The people are compared vnto trees, of which the Lord saith, I looked that it should haue brought forth grapes:
God is compared to an husbandman, who had planted a vineyard in Iudea, namely his Church, which from time to time he had manured and dressed, What could I have done more to my vineyard that I have not done unto it? The people Are compared unto trees, of which the Lord Says, I looked that it should have brought forth grapes:
as trees when they neither blossome in the summer, nor render increase the time of reaping, notwithstanding of their planting and pruning, are fit for nothing but to be cut downe and cast into the fire:
as trees when they neither blossom in the summer, nor render increase the time of reaping, notwithstanding of their planting and pruning, Are fit for nothing but to be Cut down and cast into the fire:
an husbandman in whom we may behold both skilsulnesse, and ••inefulnesse, in hedging it, gathering out the stones of it, building a tower therein, purging it, pruning it;
an husbandman in whom we may behold both skilsulnesse, and ••inefulnesse, in hedging it, gathering out the stones of it, building a tower therein, purging it, pruning it;
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as a vineyard hath need of planting, watering, pruning, purging, digging, & dunging; so the Church hath neede of planting, watering, pruning and purging;
as a vineyard hath need of planting, watering, pruning, purging, digging, & dunging; so the Church hath need of planting, watering, pruning and purging;
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Wherefore seeing God is the husbandman, & the Church is his Vineyard, let vs pray vnto him, that such as are not yet planted, may by him be transplanted from their old stocke Adam, and may bee ingrafted vpon the roote of Iesse Iesus Christ,
Wherefore seeing God is the husbandman, & the Church is his Vineyard, let us pray unto him, that such as Are not yet planted, may by him be transplanted from their old stock Adam, and may be ingrafted upon the root of Iesse Iesus christ,
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Touching the Method, St. Iohn denounceth iudgement, to rouse th•m from their securitie, and a waken their sleepie consciences, calling them a generation of Vipers, bidding them amend their liues,
Touching the Method, Saint John Denounceth judgement, to rouse th•m from their security, and a waken their sleepy Consciences, calling them a generation of Vipers, bidding them amend their lives,
and repent them of their sinnes, telling them now also The Axe is laid to the roote of the trees, and that vnlesse that they did bring forth good fruit, they should bee bewen downe and cast into the fire;
and Repent them of their Sins, telling them now also The Axe is laid to the root of the trees, and that unless that they did bring forth good fruit, they should be bewen down and cast into the fire;
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and yet vnder this, be doth also offer them mercy, that if they did bring forth fruit worthy of amendment of life, they should not bee hewen downe, but perpetually saued.
and yet under this, be does also offer them mercy, that if they did bring forth fruit worthy of amendment of life, they should not be hewn down, but perpetually saved.
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For the first, the Law must precede the Gospell, the Ministers of Gods word must first denounce judgement out of the Law against sinne, before they proclaime mercies out of the Gospell vnto sinners;
For the First, the Law must precede the Gospel, the Ministers of God's word must First denounce judgement out of the Law against sin, before they proclaim Mercies out of the Gospel unto Sinners;
so also before the giuing of the Law, there were thunders, lightnings, yea Mount Siuai was all in fire and smoake, the trumpet sounding exceeding loud,
so also before the giving of the Law, there were Thunders, lightnings, yea Mount Swan was all in fire and smoke, the trumpet sounding exceeding loud,
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and the Mountaines trembled, and all the people were afraid of death. Thus Isaiah begun his prophesie; thus did Ioel begin his; thus our Sauiour Christ;
and the Mountains trembled, and all the people were afraid of death. Thus Isaiah begun his prophesy; thus did Joel begin his; thus our Saviour christ;
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as the Iowes were when they came vnto the Apostles, said, Men and brethren what shall we doe? Thirdly, because hereby impenitent sinners should haue no cloake, whereby they might pretend ignorance,
as the Jews were when they Come unto the Apostles, said, Men and brothers what shall we do? Thirdly, Because hereby impenitent Sinners should have no cloak, whereby they might pretend ignorance,
or vpon presumption apply Gods mercies vnto themselues, which doe not belong vnto them. The vse of this Doctrine, is both for reprehension, and exhortation;
or upon presumption apply God's Mercies unto themselves, which do not belong unto them. The use of this Doctrine, is both for reprehension, and exhortation;
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for reprehension vnto such as doe not preach the Law, & vnto such as cannot abide to heare the Law preached, such do not imitate Iesus Christ aright, who told his hearers, That vnlesse they did repent, they should all likewise perish.
for reprehension unto such as do not preach the Law, & unto such as cannot abide to hear the Law preached, such do not imitate Iesus christ aright, who told his hearers, That unless they did Repent, they should all likewise perish.
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they defire to sinne securely, to haue pillowes sowed vnder their arme pits, they neglect their duty towards God, by their A the sine, prophannsse, ingratitude, idolatry, blasphemy, prophanation of the Sabbath,
they desire to sin securely, to have pillows sowed under their arm pits, they neglect their duty towards God, by their A the sine, prophannsse, ingratitude, idolatry, blasphemy, profanation of the Sabbath,
For exhortation, that Preachers lift vp their voyce like a trumpet, and to tell the people of their finnes, threatning Gods judgements against them for the same vnlesse they do repent.
For exhortation, that Preachers lift up their voice like a trumpet, and to tell the people of their fins, threatening God's Judgments against them for the same unless they do Repent.
yea when ye come to the hearing of Gods word, make this reckoning, to bee rebuked, perswading your selues, the lesse ye are soothed, the more profitable shall it be for you.
yea when you come to the hearing of God's word, make this reckoning, to be rebuked, persuading your selves, the less you Are soothed, the more profitable shall it be for you.
vnto such as continue in their sinne, vnto hypocrites and secure Christians, according to that of the Apostle, The Law is not giuen vnto a righteous man, but vnto the lawlesse and disobedient:
unto such as continue in their sin, unto Hypocrites and secure Christians, according to that of the Apostle, The Law is not given unto a righteous man, but unto the lawless and disobedient:
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as also because they cannot exactly distinguish of their hearers, therefore let both be conioyned together, that neither the penitent despaire by the preaching of the Law,
as also Because they cannot exactly distinguish of their hearers, Therefore let both be conjoined together, that neither the penitent despair by the preaching of the Law,
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nor the impenitent presume by preaching of the Gospell, vnto the people to prepare themselues, either for threatnings or comforts, according vnto their present estate:
nor the impenitent presume by preaching of the Gospel, unto the people to prepare themselves, either for threatenings or comforts, according unto their present estate:
this reproueth the people, which either looke still for mercy, or still for iudgement, and which either out of a conceit of the sincerity of their owne hearts, apply mercies vnto themselues, and iudgement belongeth vnto them;
this Reproveth the people, which either look still for mercy, or still for judgement, and which either out of a conceit of the sincerity of their own hearts, apply Mercies unto themselves, and judgement belongeth unto them;
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It was that they might take notice of their present and miserable estate, and whilest they had time might repent, and so escape the danger. Hence this obseruation doth arise:
It was that they might take notice of their present and miserable estate, and whilst they had time might Repent, and so escape the danger. Hence this observation does arise:
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thus he did vnto the first World, vnto the sinfull Cities, vnto the Niniuites; thus did our Sauiour vnto Ierusalem, he gaue warning of that lamentable destruction,
thus he did unto the First World, unto the sinful Cities, unto the Niniuites; thus did our Saviour unto Ierusalem, he gave warning of that lamentable destruction,
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if he were desirous to destroy he needeth not to giue vs warning, but because he is vnwilling we should perish, he doth giue vs admonition of our danger that we may repent.
if he were desirous to destroy he needs not to give us warning, but Because he is unwilling we should perish, he does give us admonition of our danger that we may Repent.
let vs rent our hearts and not our garments, and returne vnto the Lord; wee shall finde him mercifull and gracious, slow to anger, and of great kindenesse.
let us rend our hearts and not our garments, and return unto the Lord; we shall find him merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and of great kindness.
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Both the Israelites and the Iewes were led into captiuitie, the one vnto Syria, the other vnto Babylon, because they would not heare, they despised those warnings which were offered:
Both the Israelites and the Iewes were led into captivity, the one unto Syria, the other unto Babylon, Because they would not hear, they despised those Warnings which were offered:
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did not the Papists, Anno 1605. in that horrible Gun-powder treason, plot the death both of Church and Common-wealth? Doe not innumerable Locusts of the bottomelesse pit of hell, sent by the diuell and that Romish Antichrist, swarme in this Land? Hath not there beene such a Pestilence of late, that the like was neuer amongst vs? How many haue died by famine at home, by the Seas and Sword of the enemy abroad? yet for all those aduertisements we neglect Piette, prophane Gods Sabbath, blaspheme his name, omit the duties both of the first and second Table:
did not the Papists, Anno 1605. in that horrible Gunpowder treason, plot the death both of Church and Commonwealth? Do not innumerable Locusts of the bottomless pit of hell, sent by the Devil and that Romish Antichrist, swarm in this Land? Hath not there been such a Pestilence of late, that the like was never among us? How many have died by famine At home, by the Seas and Sword of the enemy abroad? yet for all those advertisements we neglect Piette, profane God's Sabbath, Blaspheme his name, omit the duties both of the First and second Table:
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where is our amendment and conuersion vnto the Lord, wee rather increase then decrease in wickednesse? and is not this one euident token that the Lord will yet poure an heauier iudgement vpon vs, a rebellious Nation, contemning the day of our visitation,
where is our amendment and conversion unto the Lord, we rather increase then decrease in wickedness? and is not this one evident token that the Lord will yet pour an Heavier judgement upon us, a rebellious nation, contemning the day of our Visitation,
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therefore shall the Land mourus, and euery one that dwelleth therein, shall be cut off, &c. We feare the sword it may seaze vpon vs, let vs then repent in time of all our sinnea.
Therefore shall the Land mourus, and every one that dwells therein, shall be Cut off, etc. We Fear the sword it may seize upon us, let us then Repent in time of all our sinnea.
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let vs imitate such as feared the word of the Lord among the seruants of Pharaoh, who being warned by Moses, made their seruants and their cattell to flye into the houses:
let us imitate such as feared the word of the Lord among the Servants of Pharaoh, who being warned by Moses, made their Servants and their cattle to fly into the houses:
THese words containe a denunciation of iudgement, consist of these three parts, which all concerne the same. 1. A publike Proclamation of Iudgement, Now also is the axe laid to the root of the trees.
THese words contain a denunciation of judgement, consist of these three parts, which all concern the same. 1. A public Proclamation of Judgement, Now also is the axe laid to the root of the trees.
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Touching the Proclamation, Now also is the axe laid to the root of the trees, these foure things are to be considered. 1. The Time (Now also.) 2. The Instrument (the axe.) 3. The vse of this Instrument (is laid.) 4. The Subiect (vnto the root of the trees.)
Touching the Proclamation, Now also is the axe laid to the root of the trees, these foure things Are to be considered. 1. The Time (Now also.) 2. The Instrument (the axe.) 3. The use of this Instrument (is laid.) 4. The Subject (unto the root of the trees.)
For the second, all the threatning, punishments and iudgements, which the Lord hath pronounced in his word, either in generall or particular, shall as certainly come to passe,
For the second, all the threatening, punishments and Judgments, which the Lord hath pronounced in his word, either in general or particular, shall as Certainly come to pass,
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hence is is that God is called by Daniel Palm•ni, that is, a secret numberer, as knowing the time when to performe his promise, either of mercy or of iudgement:
hence is is that God is called by daniel Palm•ni, that is, a secret numberer, as knowing the time when to perform his promise, either of mercy or of judgement:
But it may be demanded, 1. whether all those iudgements which are threatned shall certainly be accomplished. 2. Why the Lord doth conceale the particular time of his comming, either to iudgement or mercy. 3. Why God doth deferre to deliuer his owne children from wicked men,
But it may be demanded, 1. whither all those Judgments which Are threatened shall Certainly be accomplished. 2. Why the Lord does conceal the particular time of his coming, either to judgement or mercy. 3. Why God does defer to deliver his own children from wicked men,
To the second I answer, that the Lord doth conceale the particular time of his comming, either vnto Iudgement or vnto Mercy, both for the triall and humiliation of his owne children,
To the second I answer, that the Lord does conceal the particular time of his coming, either unto Judgement or unto Mercy, both for the trial and humiliation of his own children,
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and for the furtherance of wicked men vnto repentance, because the more vncertaine iudgements, when they shall come, the more should these hasten their repentance, that they may preuent the same;
and for the furtherance of wicked men unto Repentance, Because the more uncertain Judgments, when they shall come, the more should these hasten their Repentance, that they may prevent the same;
after which manner, the Lord for a long time did exercise his seruant Dauid, whom his faithful God did not suffer to be tempted aboue that which he was able to beare,
After which manner, the Lord for a long time did exercise his servant David, whom his faithful God did not suffer to be tempted above that which he was able to bear,
Reprehension to wicked men, which through the lusts of their owne flesh promise vnto themselues liberty, saying, where is the promise of his comming? euen as if God were mutable, his word false,
Reprehension to wicked men, which through the Lustiest of their own Flesh promise unto themselves liberty, saying, where is the promise of his coming? even as if God were mutable, his word false,
who say with Pharaoh, Who is the Lord, that we should serue him? Anabaptists, which condemne all obedience vnto Magistrates, teaching that ciuill iurisdiction is vnlawfull.
who say with Pharaoh, Who is the Lord, that we should serve him? Anabaptists, which condemn all Obedience unto Magistrates, teaching that civil jurisdiction is unlawful.
Papists, which giue liberty to prophanesse, vniustice, couetousnesse, &c Prophanenesse in setting vp a new Priesthood, offering (as they say) a Sacrifice for the quicke and the dead, whereby they abolish the Mediation and Sacrifice of Christ:
Papists, which give liberty to profaneness, unjustice, covetousness, etc. Profaneness in setting up a new Priesthood, offering (as they say) a Sacrifice for the quick and the dead, whereby they Abolah the Mediation and Sacrifice of christ:
Couetousnesse, for selling Pardons for sinnes for 1000. yeares to come, yea making men to despaire of their owne saluation, teaching that we cannot be assured of the king dome of heauen, without a speciall reuelation.
Covetousness, for selling Pardons for Sins for 1000. Years to come, yea making men to despair of their own salvation, teaching that we cannot be assured of the King dome of heaven, without a special Revelation.
the fish in the sea, the fowles in the ayre, the beasts on the ground, the one day liuing in their elements, the other day dressed for our meat, giue vs warning:
the Fish in the sea, the fowls in the air, the beasts on the ground, the one day living in their elements, the other day dressed for our meat, give us warning:
Wherefore I say, seeing both the particular iudgement of death, and other threatned are certaine, haue we not all cause speedily to repent vs of our sins, that both others may be preuened,
Wherefore I say, seeing both the particular judgement of death, and other threatened Are certain, have we not all cause speedily to Repent us of our Sins, that both Others may be preuened,
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the destruction of the old World by the inundation of waters, for their contempt of the ministry of Noah; the herrible confusion of Corah, Dathan, and Abiram in the dayes of Moses; the wickednesse of Saul in the dayes of Samuel; the contempt of the Israelites after their deliuerance from Babylon and Assyria, being like the Blackamoore which doth not chang his colour, or the Leopard his spots:
the destruction of the old World by the inundation of waters, for their contempt of the Ministry of Noah; the herrible confusion of Corah, Dathan, and Abiram in the days of Moses; the wickedness of Saul in the days of Samuel; the contempt of the Israelites After their deliverance from Babylon and Assyria, being like the Blackamoor which does not change his colour, or the Leopard his spots:
Christ the light of the world, him they did crucifie, Paul famous throughout all the world, who had preached euen from Illyricum vnto Spaine, for him they laid wait, that they might kill him, many others they had but all in vaine, they would not heare:
christ the Light of the world, him they did crucify, Paul famous throughout all the world, who had preached even from Illyricum unto Spain, for him they laid wait, that they might kill him, many Others they had but all in vain, they would not hear:
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within two and forty yeares after the ascension of Christ, Ierusalem was destroyed by Titus the son of Vespasian, and the whole land of Palestina, at this day all groaneth vnder the Turkish thraldome.
within two and forty Years After the Ascension of christ, Ierusalem was destroyed by Titus the son of Vespasian, and the Whole land of Palestine, At this day all Groaneth under the Turkish thraldom.
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The Romans for their contempt, were ouerthrowne by the Goths and Vandales, and forced to forsake the ancient Septicolles, and make their residence in Campus Martius, where Rome standeth at this day.
The Romans for their contempt, were overthrown by the Gothis and Vandals, and forced to forsake the ancient Septicolles, and make their residence in Campus Martius, where Room Stands At this day.
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yea, euen of late God hath in diuers things visited vs, by Famine, Pestilence, and euen for our contempt of mercies offered, which yet if we doe refuse and reiect, greater iudgements shall cease vpon vs. The Reasons hereof are these. 1. In respect of the Iustice of God, which must needs take place, where Mercy is reiected. 2. The Glory of God, which is euen purchased by inflicting iudgements vpon contemners.
yea, even of late God hath in diverse things visited us, by Famine, Pestilence, and even for our contempt of Mercies offered, which yet if we do refuse and reject, greater Judgments shall cease upon us The Reasons hereof Are these. 1. In respect of the justice of God, which must needs take place, where Mercy is rejected. 2. The Glory of God, which is even purchased by inflicting Judgments upon contemners.
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as our Sauiour vnto Ierusalem, O Ierusalem, Ierusalem faine would I haue gathered thee, as the hen gathereth her chickens, but what may be complained of? but thou wouldst not. If time be neglected, shall there still be more for repentance? no assuredly,
as our Saviour unto Ierusalem, Oh Ierusalem, Ierusalem feign would I have gathered thee, as the hen gathereth her chickens, but what may be complained of? but thou Wouldst not. If time be neglected, shall there still be more for Repentance? no assuredly,
By the contrary, such as mourne and are gricued at the afflictions of Ioseph, are marked in the forehead with the letter Tan: they shall haue their day of gladnesse, glad tidings of greatioy:
By the contrary, such as mourn and Are gricued At the afflictions of Ioseph, Are marked in the forehead with the Letter Tan: they shall have their day of gladness, glad tidings of greatioy:
Whether I sleepe or wake, or whatsoeuer I doe, I heare the sound of that terrible trumpet knelling in mine eares, O ye dead arise and come vnto iudgement. Thus of the Time.
Whither I sleep or wake, or whatsoever I do, I hear the found of that terrible trumpet knelling in mine ears, Oh you dead arise and come unto judgement. Thus of the Time.
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Concerning the second point, the Instrument, an Axe: In the holy tongue NONLATINALPHABET. Deut. Chap. 20. verse 19. NONLATINALPHABET. Psal. 71.6. NONLATINALPHABET. Isar. 44.12. NONLATINALPHABET. 1 Sam. 13. verse 20. Secuirs a secando, from cutting:
Concerning the second point, the Instrument, an Axe: In the holy tongue. Deuteronomy Chap. 20. verse 19.. Psalm 71.6.. Isar. 44.12.. 1 Sam. 13. verse 20. Secuirs a secando, from cutting:
sometime for the pride and presumption of the deuill and wicked men, Shall the Axe boast it selfe against him that heweth therewith? sometimes for the wrath of God, by which wicked men are cut downe;
sometime for the pride and presumption of the Devil and wicked men, Shall the Axe boast it self against him that heweth therewith? sometime for the wrath of God, by which wicked men Are Cut down;
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Touching this instrument, three things may be noted: 1. the weight of it, it is heauy: 2. the sharpnesse of it, it cutteth: 3. it frameth & fashioneth seuerall peeces of wood for their seueral vses,
Touching this Instrument, three things may be noted: 1. the weight of it, it is heavy: 2. the sharpness of it, it cutteth: 3. it frameth & fashioneth several Pieces of wood for their several uses,
For the first, that the judgements pronounced out of the word of God are heauy, may be proued by that bloody speech of Cain, My penishment is greater then I can beare:
For the First, that the Judgments pronounced out of the word of God Are heavy, may be proved by that bloody speech of Cain, My penishment is greater then I can bear:
as lade him with their abhominations, should themselues be pressed downe with judgements; wherefore let vs be carefull, that we do not contemne the warnings of Gods word,
as lade him with their abominations, should themselves be pressed down with Judgments; Wherefore let us be careful, that we do not contemn the Warnings of God's word,
lest heauy judgements do sease vpon vs, least we receiue a terrible and forcible blow. For the second, the ministery of Gods word, is of a sharpe and cutting nature;
lest heavy Judgments do seize upon us, lest we receive a terrible and forcible blow. For the second, the Ministry of God's word, is of a sharp and cutting nature;
For the third, that the ministery of Gods word doth fit and prepare vs either for saluation or damnation, may be proued by that speech of the Apostle Paul vnto the Romanes, For it is the power of God vnto saluation, vnto euery one that beleeueth:
For the third, that the Ministry of God's word does fit and prepare us either for salvation or damnation, may be proved by that speech of the Apostle Paul unto the Romans, For it is the power of God unto salvation, unto every one that Believeth:
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In the performance of good, our wils are not actiue, but meerely passiue, we haue no free will vnto that which is good, wee are not onely prisoners, bound with the cords of sinne,
In the performance of good, our wills Are not active, but merely passive, we have no free will unto that which is good, we Are not only Prisoners, bound with the cords of sin,
we are not onely destitute of that originall righteousnesse wherein wee were created, but also our hearts are altogether enclined vnto euill, The inuentions of our hearts are euill continually:
we Are not only destitute of that original righteousness wherein we were created, but also our hearts Are altogether inclined unto evil, The Inventions of our hearts Are evil continually:
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both in respect of his actiue and passiue obedience, Through whom God doth account vs righteous, imputing his sonnes righteousnesse vnto vs, whom he hath made to be sinne for vs, which knew not sinne, that we should be made the righteousnesse of God in him.
both in respect of his active and passive Obedience, Through whom God does account us righteous, imputing his Sons righteousness unto us, whom he hath made to be sin for us, which knew not sin, that we should be made the righteousness of God in him.
First, that when Gods word is vrged and applyed to mens consciences, and by preachers laid and pressed to the hearts of the hearers, they then behold the propinquitie of Gods iudgements whereby they belong vnto God, they are moued to repent;
First, that when God's word is urged and applied to men's Consciences, and by Preachers laid and pressed to the hearts of the hearers, they then behold the propinquity of God's Judgments whereby they belong unto God, they Are moved to Repent;
yet out of his abounding loue and mercy, hee doth prolong his judgements, and not presently execute the same, As I liue (saith the Lord) I desire not the death of a sinner,
yet out of his abounding love and mercy, he does prolong his Judgments, and not presently execute the same, As I live (Says the Lord) I desire not the death of a sinner,
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which although it was vnfruitfull for the space of three yeares, yet the dresser of the Vineyard did say, Lord let it alone this yeare also, till I digge round about it, and dung it. The Reasons hereof are these:
which although it was unfruitful for the Molle of three Years, yet the dresser of the Vineyard did say, Lord let it alone this year also, till I dig round about it, and dung it. The Reasons hereof Are these:
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Secondly, to conuince such as are disobedient contemners of the time of their visitation, who shall be forced to approue the just judgements of God vpon them for their contempt;
Secondly, to convince such as Are disobedient contemners of the time of their Visitation, who shall be forced to approve the just Judgments of God upon them for their contempt;
For exhortation, first to be truely thankfull vnto God for this his aboundant mercy towards vs, saying with Dauid in generall, What shall I render vnto the Lord for all his mercies:
For exhortation, First to be truly thankful unto God for this his abundant mercy towards us, saying with David in general, What shall I render unto the Lord for all his Mercies:
The first world was spared for a 120. yeares, so Pharaoh, the Isratlits, the primatiue Church vnder Constantiue, Germanie, France, England, but did not make the right vse, did not turne vnto the Lord, therefore judgements came vpon them:
The First world was spared for a 120. Years, so Pharaoh, the Isratlits, the primitive Church under Constantine, Germany, France, England, but did not make the right use, did not turn unto the Lord, Therefore Judgments Come upon them:
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judgements are threatned against vs, and yet where is our amendment? what vse do we make of this time? sinne doth now more abound amongst vs, from the highest to the lowest, then formerly it hath done;
Judgments Are threatened against us, and yet where is our amendment? what use do we make of this time? sin does now more abound among us, from the highest to the lowest, then formerly it hath done;
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Concerning the fourth point, the subjects whereunto the Axe is laid, vnto the roote of the trees, that is, the word applyed vnto the hearts and consciences of men;
Concerning the fourth point, the subject's whereunto the Axe is laid, unto the root of the trees, that is, the word applied unto the hearts and Consciences of men;
First, that which is aboue the ground, which remaineth after the branches are cut off, commonly called a stocke Truncus. Secondly, that which is vnder the earth, hid and couered by the earth, firmely fastned to the earth, both which Iob conjoyneth together, Though the roote of it waxe old in the earth,
First, that which is above the ground, which remains After the branches Are Cut off, commonly called a stock Truncus. Secondly, that which is under the earth, hid and covered by the earth, firmly fastened to the earth, both which Job conjoineth together, Though the root of it wax old in the earth,
yet at the length they appeare as young branches out of the stocke, though they seeme cut downe, it is but onely for a time, God can againe make them to fructifie, he purgeth them that they may bring forth more fruite.
yet At the length they appear as young branches out of the stock, though they seem Cut down, it is but only for a time, God can again make them to fructify, he Purgeth them that they may bring forth more fruit.
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nor things present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any creature, should be able to seperate vs from the loue of God which is in Christ Iesus our Lord.
nor things present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any creature, should be able to separate us from the love of God which is in christ Iesus our Lord.
2. In respect of the certainty of our Adoption through Christ, by vertue whereof our roots are fastned as the trees of Lebanon, from whence there comforts doe arise to remoue our feare and doubting. 1. Through him we shall receiue euerlasting life. 2. We shall neuer perish. 3. None is able to take vs out of his hand Secondly, in respect of our obedience to this coniunction with Christ;
2. In respect of the certainty of our Adoption through christ, by virtue whereof our roots Are fastened as the trees of Lebanon, from whence there comforts do arise to remove our Fear and doubting. 1. Through him we shall receive everlasting life. 2. We shall never perish. 3. None is able to take us out of his hand Secondly, in respect of our Obedience to this conjunction with christ;
of which wisdome saith, Let thine heart hold fast my words, and thou shalt liue: our loue is so great vnto Iesus Christ, that death cannot dissolue the same;
of which Wisdom Says, Let thine heart hold fast my words, and thou shalt live: our love is so great unto Iesus christ, that death cannot dissolve the same;
And as we are to be thankfull, so we must be carefull, lest we dissolue and breake this our coniunction by falling away from that faith wherein we haue beene baptized to the beggerly rudiments of this world:
And as we Are to be thankful, so we must be careful, lest we dissolve and break this our conjunction by falling away from that faith wherein we have been baptised to the beggarly rudiments of this world:
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so likewise the wicked which are not in Christ Iesus are but durt and dung, the off-scouring of the world in the presence of God, in a most vnhappy and miserable condition;
so likewise the wicked which Are not in christ Iesus Are but dirt and dung, the offscouring of the world in the presence of God, in a most unhappy and miserable condition;
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so the wicked haue not a liuely sap, nor the water of the spirit of Christ Iesus, whereby they may bud and spring vp from dead workes to newnesse of life;
so the wicked have not a lively sap, nor the water of the Spirit of christ Iesus, whereby they may bud and spring up from dead works to newness of life;
the Apostles words proue true, for the most part of men are foming out their own shame, rotten trees without fruit, wauering Stars, to whom is reserued the blacknesse of darknesse for euer of this fort, there are not onely among the comon people, a great many,
the Apostles words prove true, for the most part of men Are foaming out their own shame, rotten trees without fruit, wavering Stars, to whom is reserved the blackness of darkness for ever of this fort, there Are not only among the Common people, a great many,
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whence it commeth to passe, that howsoeuer for a time they may dissemble, and play the hypocrite with Demas, Iudas, Saul, Achitophel, yet at the length they bewray themselues,
whence it comes to pass, that howsoever for a time they may dissemble, and play the hypocrite with Demas, Iudas, Saul, Ahithophel, yet At the length they bewray themselves,
It is not an easie matter to remoue the roots of a tree which hath continued a long time, it requireth Spades and Mattocks to digge about it and stubbe, it must haue an Axe to cut it, and all little enough.
It is not an easy matter to remove the roots of a tree which hath continued a long time, it requires Spades and Mattocks to dig about it and stub, it must have an Axe to Cut it, and all little enough.
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The conuersion of a sinner, of a worl•ly minded man, of a rich man, whose heart is by couetousnesse in league and couenant with the things of this world;
The conversion of a sinner, of a worl•ly minded man, of a rich man, whose heart is by covetousness in league and Covenant with the things of this world;
Thus hauing shewed you how fitly both the godly and the wicked are compared vnto trees, it remaines that I should proue, that as the axe is laid to thereote of the trees, so the word is to be applyed to the hearts and consciences of men,
Thus having showed you how fitly both the godly and the wicked Are compared unto trees, it remains that I should prove, that as the axe is laid to thereote of the trees, so the word is to be applied to the hearts and Consciences of men,
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It is liuely and mightie in operation, and sharper then any two edged sword, and entreth thorow euen vnto the diuiding a sunder of the soule and the spirit,
It is lively and mighty in operation, and sharper then any two edged sword, and entereth thorough even unto the dividing a sunder of the soul and the Spirit,
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and of the ioynts and of the marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart, by which the secrets of mans heart are made manifest:
and of the Joints and of the marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart, by which the secrets of men heart Are made manifest:
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Hence it is, that the word of God is compared vnto a hammer, to beat vpon the hard Adamantine hearts of men, by which God doth take away their stonie heart,
Hence it is, that the word of God is compared unto a hammer, to beatrice upon the hard Adamantine hearts of men, by which God does take away their stony heart,
The Reasons hereof are these: 1. because the heart is the sountaine of life, thence murthers, adulteries, thefts, slanders doe proceed, the imaginations whereof are euill continually, which is deceitfull and wicked aboue all things, who can know it? yea no man can perceiue the sinfulnesse of his owne heart, without the power of regeneration,
The Reasons hereof Are these: 1. Because the heart is the sountaine of life, thence murders, adulteries, thefts, slanders do proceed, the Imaginations whereof Are evil continually, which is deceitful and wicked above all things, who can know it? yea no man can perceive the sinfulness of his own heart, without the power of regeneration,
an estate most dangerous, a condition most miserable, a forerunner of euerlasting condemnation. By this no iudgement, no affliction, plague or punishment can become effectuall.
an estate most dangerous, a condition most miserable, a forerunner of everlasting condemnation. By this no judgement, no affliction, plague or punishment can become effectual.
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This the Lord doth preuent out of his vnspeakeable mercy in his owne children, by the application of his word vnto their hearts, whereby they may repent them of their sinnes, become mollified and tender hearted,
This the Lord does prevent out of his unspeakable mercy in his own children, by the application of his word unto their hearts, whereby they may Repent them of their Sins, become mollified and tender hearted,
Vnto vs all in generall, euen to take notice of the sinfulnesse and corruption of our hearts, that wee endeauour and labour for a speedy remedy out of the word of God:
Unto us all in general, even to take notice of the sinfulness and corruption of our hearts, that we endeavour and labour for a speedy remedy out of the word of God:
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and the ground whence those proceede, which is our hearts, that hereby wee may haue our hearts reformed by the word of God, that God may create within vs a cleane heart, and renew within vs a right spirit.
and the ground whence those proceed, which is our hearts, that hereby we may have our hearts reformed by the word of God, that God may create within us a clean heart, and renew within us a right Spirit.
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thou maiest be forced to flye for thy life, with Elias imprisoned with Ieremiah, hated with Micaiah, forbid to come any more vnto their presence with Moses, forbid to preach in the name of Christ with Peter, and the Apostles;
thou Mayest be forced to fly for thy life, with Elias imprisoned with Jeremiah, hated with Micaiah, forbid to come any more unto their presence with Moses, forbid to preach in the name of christ with Peter, and the Apostles;
art thou an adulterer, a murtherer, a swearer, a sabbath breaker, a thiefe, an enuious person, secure, negligent, backward in performing religious duties;
art thou an adulterer, a murderer, a swearer, a Sabbath breaker, a thief, an envious person, secure, negligent, backward in performing religious duties;
And make account before thou come, that thou shalt heare thy sinnes disclosed, rebuked, and doe thou also apply those iudgements, which are denounced in the word, in genetall vnto thy selfe, in particular, I am the man.
And make account before thou come, that thou shalt hear thy Sins disclosed, rebuked, and do thou also apply those Judgments, which Are denounced in the word, in genital unto thy self, in particular, I am the man.
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This should teach vs in our calling not onely to informe the iudgement, but also to reforme the will by application of the word, which being omitted, it is a token of weakenesse or ignorance,
This should teach us in our calling not only to inform the judgement, but also to reform the will by application of the word, which being omitted, it is a token of weakness or ignorance,
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but know thou that for all these things God will bring thee into iudgement. Gods word shall be applied vnto thee, either for thy confusion or consolation.
but know thou that for all these things God will bring thee into judgement. God's word shall be applied unto thee, either for thy confusion or consolation.
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Thus for the fourth Point, and so much for the first part of my Text, the Proclamation of Iudgement (Now also is the axe laid to the root of the trees.) The second followeth, the extention or generality of this Iudgement;
Thus for the fourth Point, and so much for the First part of my Text, the Proclamation of Judgement (Now also is the axe laid to the root of the trees.) The second follows, the extension or generality of this Judgement;
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Touching the Extention and Generality of this Iudgement, it belongeth vnto euerie tree which bringeth not forth good fruit, shall be hewne downe and cast into the fire.
Touching the Extension and Generality of this Judgement, it belongeth unto every tree which brings not forth good fruit, shall be hewed down and cast into the fire.
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Thirdly, that God without partiality or respect of persons, will proceede against all such as liue not an holy and sanctified life, through obedience vnto Gods Commandements.
Thirdly, that God without partiality or respect of Persons, will proceed against all such as live not an holy and sanctified life, through Obedience unto God's commandments.
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The figge tree was cursed by our Sauiour, not because it brought euill fruit, but because it brought not forth good fruit, whereby his hunger might haue bin satisfied.
The fig tree was cursed by our Saviour, not Because it brought evil fruit, but Because it brought not forth good fruit, whereby his hunger might have been satisfied.
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as for thine own? hast thou cloathed the naked, relieued the needy, fed the hungry, visited the sicke, comforted the sicke, comforted the distressed, prayed for the welfare of others? Thou wilt answer me (if truely) that thou hast not done those things;
as for thine own? hast thou clothed the naked, relieved the needy, fed the hungry, visited the sick, comforted the sick, comforted the distressed, prayed for the welfare of Others? Thou wilt answer me (if truly) that thou hast not done those things;
And if euen those trees which bring not forth good fruit, shall be hewne downe, how much more those which altogether bring forth euill? whose throat is an open sepulcher, whose heart is a den of theeues, whose words and actions tend altogether to the dishonour of God,
And if even those trees which bring not forth good fruit, shall be hewed down, how much more those which altogether bring forth evil? whose throat is an open sepulcher, whose heart is a den of thieves, whose words and actions tend altogether to the dishonour of God,
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Concerning the first, that wee may bring forth good fruit, that is, that we may walke conscionably, in the practise and obedience of Gods Lawes, both touching our generall and particular calling, these seuen things are required of vs. First, that we take particular notice of these which God doth require of vs, of that fruit which God doth expect from vs,
Concerning the First, that we may bring forth good fruit, that is, that we may walk Conscionably, in the practice and Obedience of God's Laws, both touching our general and particular calling, these seuen things Are required of us First, that we take particular notice of these which God does require of us, of that fruit which God does expect from us,
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vnto the whole Law of God, and euery part thereof. 3. We must consider the necessity of the performing the same, both in respect they are commanded by God,
unto the Whole Law of God, and every part thereof. 3. We must Consider the necessity of the performing the same, both in respect they Are commanded by God,
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and in respect that the neglect of them depriueth vs of heauen. 4. We must endeauour to be cut off our old stocke Adam, and be engrafted into Iesus Christ. 5. We must haue life and iuyce in vs deriued from our root Christ Iesus, whereby we may be made like vnto Christ, both in his death by dying vnto sinne,
and in respect that the neglect of them depriveth us of heaven. 4. We must endeavour to be Cut off our old stock Adam, and be engrafted into Iesus christ. 5. We must have life and juice in us derived from our root christ Iesus, whereby we may be made like unto christ, both in his death by dying unto sin,
vnlesse we receiue spirituall moisture from Christ, of whose fulnesse we receiue grace for grace. And as trees cannot bring forth fruit, vnlesse they be well and surely rooted;
unless we receive spiritual moisture from christ, of whose fullness we receive grace for grace. And as trees cannot bring forth fruit, unless they be well and surely rooted;
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so we, vnlesse by saith rooted vnto Iesus Christ 6. Let vs call to minde what great paines God doth take, (as a carefull husband, that we may bring forth fruit) planting, pruning digging,
so we, unless by Says rooted unto Iesus christ 6. Let us call to mind what great pains God does take, (as a careful husband, that we may bring forth fruit) planting, pruning digging,
and dunging and should all this be in vain, should not we fructifie? 7. Let vs daily pray vnto God, the giuer of all good gifts, that hee would be pleased to make vs fructifie.
and dunging and should all this be in vain, should not we fructify? 7. Let us daily pray unto God, the giver of all good Gifts, that he would be pleased to make us fructify.
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but chiefly by both conioyned together, because that some fruit (such as the Apples of Sodom ) doe appeare pleasant and beautifull to the eye, which yet are vnsauory, bitter and vnpleasant to the taste;
but chiefly by both conjoined together, Because that Some fruit (such as the Apples of Sodom) do appear pleasant and beautiful to the eye, which yet Are unsavoury, bitter and unpleasant to the taste;
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so by viewing and trying our workes, we may discerne of their quality and nature, viewing of them, let vs compare them with the good fruit of others, mentioned in Gods word,
so by viewing and trying our works, we may discern of their quality and nature, viewing of them, let us compare them with the good fruit of Others, mentioned in God's word,
as our faith with Abrahams, our patience with Iobs, our wickednesse with Moses; and finding that in the qualitie, they agree in the quantity and measure they differ, thou maist perswade thy selfe, that thy fruit is good, in trying and tasting it if thou finde it sweet, pleasant, delectable, whereby thou art desirous to doe more,
as our faith with Abrahams, our patience with Jobs, our wickedness with Moses; and finding that in the quality, they agree in the quantity and measure they differ, thou Mayest persuade thy self, that thy fruit is good, in trying and tasting it if thou find it sweet, pleasant, delectable, whereby thou art desirous to do more,
and to bring forth more and better fruit, thou maist reioyce and be glad, thou art a good tree bringing forth good fruit, to the glory of God and comfort of others.
and to bring forth more and better fruit, thou Mayest rejoice and be glad, thou art a good tree bringing forth good fruit, to the glory of God and Comfort of Others.
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Which may serue for exhortation vnto vs all, euen conscionably to walke in the wayes of God, caresully to performe the Law of God, dutifully to become vnto the Commandements of God both in generall and particular,
Which may serve for exhortation unto us all, even Conscionably to walk in the ways of God, caresully to perform the Law of God, dutifully to become unto the commandments of God both in general and particular,
and then we may be assured, that howsoeuer we may in some measure faile, and in great weakenesse and imperfection performe those duties, we are good trees and bring forth good fruit.
and then we may be assured, that howsoever we may in Some measure fail, and in great weakness and imperfection perform those duties, we Are good trees and bring forth good fruit.
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if thou doest speake against the Commandements of God, and will not conforme thy will vnto his, in the obedience of the same, assure thy selfe, thou art a bad tree, and hast bad fruit.
if thou dost speak against the commandments of God, and will not conform thy will unto his, in the Obedience of the same, assure thy self, thou art a bad tree, and hast bad fruit.
If God did punish Moses for his Infidelity, Dauid for his Adultery, which brought forth at that time bad fruit, what shall become of those that bring forth no good fruit at all? the want thereof transformed Nebuchadnezzar into a beast, caused Hered to be eate vp with vermine, Iudas an Apostle to be hanged,
If God did Punish Moses for his Infidelity, David for his Adultery, which brought forth At that time bad fruit, what shall become of those that bring forth no good fruit At all? the want thereof transformed Nebuchadnezzar into a beast, caused Heard to be eat up with vermin, Iudas an Apostle to be hanged,
seeing euery tree which bringeth not forth good fruit, shall be hewne downe and cast into the fire, then let vs endeauour to lead an holy and sanctified life, that so we may escape the wrath to come.
seeing every tree which brings not forth good fruit, shall be hewed down and cast into the fire, then let us endeavour to led an holy and sanctified life, that so we may escape the wrath to come.
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Let vs I say, get the knowledge of our selues, looke into our selues, search our selues, seeke our selues, finde our selues, kill whatsoeuer doth displease vs, desire and plant whatsoeuer doth please vs:
Let us I say, get the knowledge of our selves, look into our selves, search our selves, seek our selves, find our selves, kill whatsoever does displease us, desire and plant whatsoever does please us:
The third followes, the Execution of Iudgement, following vpon the contempt of the former Proclamation of Iudgement, be hewne downe and cast into the fire.
The third follows, the Execution of Judgement, following upon the contempt of the former Proclamation of Judgement, be hewed down and cast into the fire.
For the first, he will hew or cut them downe. Men may be said to be cut downe (in generall) from the originall righteousnes of Christ, by the transgression of Adam, from their profession of the truth, by apostacie, wounding the conscience vnto death.
For the First, he will hew or Cut them down. Men may be said to be Cut down (in general) from the original righteousness of christ, by the Transgression of Adam, from their profession of the truth, by apostasy, wounding the conscience unto death.
By hewing or cutting downe, three things may be vnderstood. First, that diuision aad separation which the ministerie of Gods word would worke amongst them.
By hewing or cutting down, three things may be understood. First, that division and separation which the Ministry of God's word would work among them.
what diuision and separation did this make in the primitiue Church, in this Land in the dayes of Queene Mary, in France at this day, take one example for all;
what division and separation did this make in the primitive Church, in this Land in the days of Queen Marry, in France At this day, take one Exampl for all;
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I might instance diuers other examples, touching this operation of the Word in making diuision, betwixt neighbours, brothers, parents and children, husband and wife,
I might instance diverse other Examples, touching this operation of the Word in making division, betwixt neighbours, Brother's, Parents and children, husband and wife,
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Secondly, that not the Gospell or Ministery of Gods word is the cause of our hewing do we, but our contempt thereof disobeying the same, which I speake for this end,
Secondly, that not the Gospel or Ministry of God's word is the cause of our hewing doe we, but our contempt thereof disobeying the same, which I speak for this end,
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because many blame the Gospell for all these hurts which befall them, as Master Latimer noteth in one of his Sermons, Vpon a time (saith he) the people of Sandwicke met together to consult about the season,
Because many blame the Gospel for all these hurts which befall them, as Master Latimer notes in one of his Sermons, Upon a time (Says he) the people of Sandwicke met together to consult about the season,
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an old man answered, that he did remember that there was no steeple nye, but since there were the same might come vpon that occasion, whereby he ment that preaching of Gods word might be the cause,
an old man answered, that he did Remember that there was no steeple High, but since there were the same might come upon that occasion, whereby he meant that preaching of God's word might be the cause,
Gods word doth worke in them sorrow for finne, humiliation, an auoiding of the occasions of sinne, a labour to performe the workes of pietie and godlinesse,
God's word does work in them sorrow for fin, humiliation, an avoiding of the occasions of sin, a labour to perform the works of piety and godliness,
Some publikely fight against God with a stretched out Arme, and a stiffe necke, as Pharaoh, Who is the Lord, saith hee, that I should know him? Others goe more subtilly to worke, are more politicke then the former;
some publicly fight against God with a stretched out Arm, and a stiff neck, as Pharaoh, Who is the Lord, Says he, that I should know him? Others go more subtly to work, Are more politic then the former;
the towne of Millan was so affected to Ambrose, that rather they would loose their liues, then their Bishop: Dauid had friends; yet the case is altered;
the town of Milan was so affected to Ambrose, that rather they would lose their lives, then their Bishop: David had Friends; yet the case is altered;
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then he was called Rabbi and Rabboni, then they would make him a King, &c. but when hee said, they are of their father the Diuell, then away with him, crucifie him: Paul now called Mercurius, by and by a murtherer;
then he was called Rabbi and Rabboni, then they would make him a King, etc. but when he said, they Are of their father the devil, then away with him, crucify him: Paul now called Mercurius, by and by a murderer;
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these our dayes are full of such, whilst there is peace, then they feeme religious, when trouble commeth, they not onely reuolt, but persecute such as are truely religious.
these our days Are full of such, while there is peace, then they feeme religious, when trouble comes, they not only revolt, but persecute such as Are truly religious.
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It is true that the children of God, being asleepe, left vnto themselues for a time, may be offended at the word preached (who therfore are by the preachers of Gods word to be roused from their securitie, that they may perceiue their errour, rouzed I say by the terrour threatned out of the Law of God;
It is true that the children of God, being asleep, left unto themselves for a time, may be offended At the word preached (who Therefore Are by the Preachers of God's word to be roused from their security, that they may perceive their error, roused I say by the terror threatened out of the Law of God;
if they haue a long time continued in the course of godlinesse, or otherwise if they be but nouices in the schoole of Christ, by a more milder course) but they doe not so continue, they repent, they are sorry, they are grieued for the same, where as the wicked remaine still so yea daily grow worse and worse,
if they have a long time continued in the course of godliness, or otherwise if they be but Novices in the school of christ, by a more milder course) but they do not so continue, they Repent, they Are sorry, they Are grieved for the same, where as the wicked remain still so yea daily grow Worse and Worse,
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when the wicked haue had the outward Ministerie of Gods word for a long time, and God hath by it called them to repentance, offering grace and saluation vnto them,
when the wicked have had the outward Ministry of God's word for a long time, and God hath by it called them to Repentance, offering grace and salvation unto them,
if they doe not embrace it, but continue in their back wardnesse and rebellion, then the Lord by hardnesse of heart, hewing them downe, he maketh their hearts fat, so that hearing they doe not heare, seeing they dee not see.
if they do not embrace it, but continue in their back wardnesse and rebellion, then the Lord by hardness of heart, hewing them down, he makes their hearts fat, so that hearing they do not hear, seeing they dee not see.
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Thirdly, that the wicked at the day of iudgement, shall by a perpetuall separation, be hewne downe from the fellowship of the holy Trinitie, blessed Angels,
Thirdly, that the wicked At the day of judgement, shall by a perpetual separation, be hewed down from the fellowship of the holy Trinity, blessed Angels,
and glorified Saints, which our Sauiour himselfe confirmeth, Goe yee cursed of my father vnto euerlasting fire, prepared for the Diuell and his Angels;
and glorified Saints, which our Saviour himself confirmeth, Go ye cursed of my father unto everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his Angels;
here they are hewed downe by the ministrie of Gods word, then they shall be perpetually hewed downe by the sentence of the iust Iudge, Goe ye cursed of my father, &c. This finall hewing downe shall not befall vnto all sinners,
Here they Are hewed down by the Ministry of God's word, then they shall be perpetually hewed down by the sentence of the just Judge, Go you cursed of my father, etc. This final hewing down shall not befall unto all Sinners,
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To this purpose the Apostle speaketh of the Iewes, And they also, if they abide not still in vnbeliefe, shall be grafted in, for God is able to graffe them in againe.
To this purpose the Apostle speaks of the Iewes, And they also, if they abide not still in unbelief, shall be grafted in, for God is able to graft them in again.
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Such as belong vnto God may for a time fall away (as all such doe totally, which are outwardly planted and not inwardly) and so by assliction hewed downe,
Such as belong unto God may for a time fallen away (as all such do totally, which Are outwardly planted and not inwardly) and so by Affliction hewed down,
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by fire in this place we may vnderstand, the iudgement which at the great day shall be executed vpon wicked men, the extreame and most sharpe paine appointed for them in hell;
by fire in this place we may understand, the judgement which At the great day shall be executed upon wicked men, the extreme and most sharp pain appointed for them in hell;
how vnpleasant it is, not for light, heat, or comfort, as other fire is, but to torment and terrifie, accompanied with diuers other torments, vtter darknesse, the worme that neuer dieth, weeping and gnashing of teeth, which shall neuer be quenched;
how unpleasant it is, not for Light, heat, or Comfort, as other fire is, but to torment and terrify, accompanied with diverse other torments, utter darkness, the worm that never Dieth, weeping and gnashing of teeth, which shall never be quenched;
Fourthly, it is continuall, alwayes without any intermission, which doth so much the more agrauate the misery of the wicked, this fire cannot be put out.
Fourthly, it is continual, always without any intermission, which does so much the more aggravate the misery of the wicked, this fire cannot be put out.
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euen in time to forsake our sinnes, and to turne vnto the Lord, by true and vnfained repentance, bring forth good fruit, where by we may escape so terrible a torment, the fire of hell.
even in time to forsake our Sins, and to turn unto the Lord, by true and unfeigned Repentance, bring forth good fruit, where by we may escape so terrible a torment, the fire of hell.
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O let vs feare and tremble when we heare or read hereof, yea let vs alwayes haue it before our eyes, that wee may be withdrawne from sinne, least sinning and not repenting, wee become partakers thereof.
O let us Fear and tremble when we hear or read hereof, yea let us always have it before our eyes, that we may be withdrawn from sin, least sinning and not repenting, we become partakers thereof.
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O wicked man why doest thou runne on in sinne, why art thou so carelesse of thine owne welfare? wouldest thou burne willingly? thinkest thou, that thou canst abide the fire? no certainly thou canst not:
Oh wicked man why dost thou run on in sin, why art thou so careless of thine own welfare? Wouldst thou burn willingly? Thinkest thou, that thou Canst abide the fire? no Certainly thou Canst not:
so also here they shall be hewne downe by the ministry of Gods word, and feele this fire begunne in them, their Conscience accusing them, torments affrighting them, they themselues driuen vnto desperation.
so also Here they shall be hewed down by the Ministry of God's word, and feel this fire begun in them, their Conscience accusing them, torments affrighting them, they themselves driven unto desperation.
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for certainly, to conclude with the words of my Text, Euery tree which bringeth not forth good fruit, shall be hewne downe and cast rute the fire. FINIS.
for Certainly, to conclude with the words of my Text, Every tree which brings not forth good fruit, shall be hewed down and cast rute the fire. FINIS.
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The Reasons whereby it is enforced are three. 1. From the occasion, therefore. 2. From the time, now also. 3. From the author, saith the Lord. Therefore now also, saith the Lord.
The Reasons whereby it is Enforced Are three. 1. From the occasion, Therefore. 2. From the time, now also. 3. From the author, Says the Lord. Therefore now also, Says the Lord.
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The first Reason then whereby our Prophet doth exhort the Iewes vnto Repentance, is from the occasion of the same, laid downe in this encreasing particle, therefore: which hauing relation vnto the former verses, pointeth out vnto vs the great danger wherein the Iewes stood at this time; iudgements being denounced against them; iudgements being prepared for them;
The First Reason then whereby our Prophet does exhort the Iewes unto Repentance, is from the occasion of the same, laid down in this increasing particle, Therefore: which having Relation unto the former Verses, pointeth out unto us the great danger wherein the Iewes stood At this time; Judgments being denounced against them; Judgments being prepared for them;
Gods hand was heauie vpon the Iewes at this time, as may be gathered out of the former chapter, greater iudgements were denounced against them, in the beginning of this,
God's hand was heavy upon the Iewes At this time, as may be gathered out of the former chapter, greater Judgments were denounced against them, in the beginning of this,
and proclaimed a fast throughout all the Land. Thus did the Israelites, when two seuerall times they were discomfited by the Beniamites, They went vp vnto the house of God and wept, and sat there before the Lord,
and proclaimed a fast throughout all the Land. Thus did the Israelites, when two several times they were discomfited by the Benjaminites, They went up unto the house of God and wept, and sat there before the Lord,
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Thus Daniel hauing expounded Nebuchadnezzars dreame, and warned him of his approaching fall, exhorteth him to breake off his sinnes by righteousnesse, and his iniquities by shewing mercie to the poore.
Thus daniel having expounded Nebuchadnezar's dream, and warned him of his approaching fallen, exhorteth him to break off his Sins by righteousness, and his iniquities by showing mercy to the poor.
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Secondly, because vpon Repentance, God doth withdraw his Iudgements either inflicted or denounced: inflicted, from the Israelites, He regarded their affliction, when he heard their crie:
Secondly, Because upon Repentance, God does withdraw his Judgments either inflicted or denounced: inflicted, from the Israelites, He regarded their affliction, when he herd their cry:
What could haue beene done more vnto vs, then the Lord hath done? yea at this same time, all those causes whereby God hath prouoked others to humiliation, concurre together to moue vs to Repentance.
What could have been done more unto us, then the Lord hath done? yea At this same time, all those Causes whereby God hath provoked Others to humiliation, concur together to move us to Repentance.
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Publike, open, powerfull and malicious enemies hunt after our destruction, that they may deface Gods glory, root out Religion, possesse our Inheritance,
Public, open, powerful and malicious enemies hunt After our destruction, that they may deface God's glory, root out Religion, possess our Inheritance,
Gods Iudgements both in generall and particular are denounced against vs, as they were against the Niniuites; we haue beene visited with the Plague, the famin, strange diseases, &c. The sword of our enemies hangeth ouer our heads, few are sorry for the afflictions of Ioseph, the loue of most both towards God and their distressed brethren is waxed cold:
God's Judgments both in general and particular Are denounced against us, as they were against the Niniuites; we have been visited with the Plague, the famine, strange diseases, etc. The sword of our enemies hangs over our Heads, few Are sorry for the afflictions of Ioseph, the love of most both towards God and their distressed brothers is waxed cold:
And vnto Ezechiel, When I say vnto the wicked thou shalt surely die, and thou giuest him not warning, nor speakest to warne the wicked from his wicked waie to saue his life;
And unto Ezechiel, When I say unto the wicked thou shalt surely die, and thou givest him not warning, nor Speakest to warn the wicked from his wicked Way to save his life;
to conclude this point, seeing God hath dealt with vs in this Land, as he did with the Iewes, seeing he exhorteth vs vnto Repentance by a Proclamation of Iudgements as he did them,
to conclude this point, seeing God hath dealt with us in this Land, as he did with the Iewes, seeing he exhorteth us unto Repentance by a Proclamation of Judgments as he did them,
and we haue as much neede to repent as they had, I conclude with that exhortation of Zephaniah, Gather your selues together, yea gather together a Nation not desired before the decree bring forth,
and we have as much need to Repent as they had, I conclude with that exhortation of Zephaniah, Gather your selves together, yea gather together a nation not desired before the Decree bring forth,
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The second Reason whereby our Prophet exhorteth the Iewes vnto Repentance, is taken from the time wherein he did exhort them, laid downe in these words, Now also, wherein diuers things may be noted. 1. That as at this time,
The second Reason whereby our Prophet exhorteth the Iewes unto Repentance, is taken from the time wherein he did exhort them, laid down in these words, Now also, wherein diverse things may be noted. 1. That as At this time,
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so also at other times the Lord hath exhorted them vnto Repentance, as might be confirmed by the Prophesies of Ionah, Amos, Hosea, Isaias, Micah, Nahum, and Ieremiah, all which did precede this our Prophet Ioel. Secondly, that as yet there remained hope for them of obtaining pardon,
so also At other times the Lord hath exhorted them unto Repentance, as might be confirmed by the prophecies of Jonah, Amos, Hosea, Isaiah, micah, Nahum, and Jeremiah, all which did precede this our Prophet Joel Secondly, that as yet there remained hope for them of obtaining pardon,
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Secondly, because if we doe not Repent, and returne vnto the Lord, then we shall be left inexcusable, we shall be forced to confesse Gods iust iudgement in our confusion, following vpon the contempt of his mercy offered vnto vs;
Secondly, Because if we do not repent, and return unto the Lord, then we shall be left inexcusable, we shall be forced to confess God's just judgement in our confusion, following upon the contempt of his mercy offered unto us;
For Reprehension vnto all such as abuse the goodnesse, patience, and long-suffering of God, delaying and putting off their repentance from time to time.
For Reprehension unto all such as abuse the Goodness, patience, and long-suffering of God, delaying and putting off their Repentance from time to time.
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And doe not we thus? how often hath the Lord called vpon vs? how many hath he sent vnto vs? how many Sermons of Repentance haue we heard? and yet alas we doe not repent:
And do not we thus? how often hath the Lord called upon us? how many hath he sent unto us? how many Sermons of Repentance have we herd? and yet alas we do not Repent:
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For Exhortation vnto euery one of vs. 1. To be thankfull vnto God, for his vnspeakable mercy towards vs, in sparing vs so long, in waiting vpon vs so long, in giuing vs so large a time of Repentance:
For Exhortation unto every one of us 1. To be thankful unto God, for his unspeakable mercy towards us, in sparing us so long, in waiting upon us so long, in giving us so large a time of Repentance:
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2. To embrace those gracious offers of mercy and saluation now presently offered vnto vs, not putting off from time to time, saying with Salomons sluggard, Yet a little while, yet a little folding of the hands.
2. To embrace those gracious offers of mercy and salvation now presently offered unto us, not putting off from time to time, saying with Solomon's sluggard, Yet a little while, yet a little folding of the hands.
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for such are in a dangerous and lamentable estate, but onely for the comfort of such as are in danger of desperation, through their long continuance in sinne;
for such Are in a dangerous and lamentable estate, but only for the Comfort of such as Are in danger of desperation, through their long Continuance in sin;
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or from the Author by whom, and in whose name our Prophet was directed thus to speake vnto them, layed downe in these words, Thus saith the Lord. The Reason may be framed thus.
or from the Author by whom, and in whose name our Prophet was directed thus to speak unto them, laid down in these words, Thus Says the Lord. The Reason may be framed thus.
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Hence these three things may be obserued. 1. That God by the preaching of his word doth reueale his will vnto vs. 2. That before the Lord inflict his Iudgements, he doth giue warning and aduertisement thereof. 3. That vnlesse it please God to worke Repentance in our hearts by his Word and Spirit, we can neuer truely Repent.
Hence these three things may be observed. 1. That God by the preaching of his word does reveal his will unto us 2. That before the Lord inflict his Judgments, he does give warning and advertisement thereof. 3. That unless it please God to work Repentance in our hearts by his Word and Spirit, we can never truly repent.
For the first, God doth by the Preaching of his Word reueale his will vnto vs, both for our performance of that which is good, and abstinence from that which is euill.
For the First, God does by the Preaching of his Word reveal his will unto us, both for our performance of that which is good, and abstinence from that which is evil.
Of the word preached, as the word of God, as the Wisedome of God, as Oracles of God, which is to be preferred before thousands of Gold and Siluer, and is sweeter then the hony and the hony combe.
Of the word preached, as the word of God, as the Wisdom of God, as Oracles of God, which is to be preferred before thousands of Gold and Silver, and is Sweeten then the honey and the honey comb.
Vnto Preachers, which either are puft vp with their gifts of knowledge, learning, eloquence, not remembring that they haue them from the Lord, and that they are his Messengers to declare his will:
Unto Preachers, which either Are puffed up with their Gifts of knowledge, learning, eloquence, not remembering that they have them from the Lord, and that they Are his Messengers to declare his will:
yet our Lord and Pope hath it in the decrees of the Church of Rome. Thus they preseire falshood before the truth, and humane traditions laboue the word.
yet our Lord and Pope hath it in the decrees of the Church of Rome. Thus they preseire falsehood before the truth, and humane traditions laboue the word.
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Vnto Preachers to stirre vp their People vnto attention, by Thus saith the Lord: whereby they shall become more cheerefull, whilst the eyes of the people are set vpon them;
Unto Preachers to stir up their People unto attention, by Thus Says the Lord: whereby they shall become more cheerful, while the eyes of the people Are Set upon them;
though in earthen Vessels, looke not vnto the meanenesse of the Preachers thereof, For God hath chosen the foolish things of this world to confound the wise:
though in earthen Vessels, look not unto the meanenesse of the Preachers thereof, For God hath chosen the foolish things of this world to confound the wise:
whilst this blessing is continued make vse of it, and reuerence the Preachers thereof, for if we contemne it, there may come a famine thereof, that we shall seeke it, and not finde it.
while this blessing is continued make use of it, and Reverence the Preachers thereof, for if we contemn it, there may come a famine thereof, that we shall seek it, and not find it.
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and like the Iewes, who being warned by Ieremiah concerning the will of God, whereof at their owne desire he had enquired, said, Thou speakest falsely, the Lord our God hath not sent thee, to say, Goe not into Egypt to soiourne there.
and like the Iewes, who being warned by Jeremiah Concerning the will of God, whereof At their own desire he had inquired, said, Thou Speakest falsely, the Lord our God hath not sent thee, to say, Go not into Egypt to sojourn there.
as it is written, God hath ordained a Saniour, for to giue Repentance vnto Israel, add forgiuenesse of sinnes: wherefore it followeth, that as a man cannot pardon his owne sinnes,
as it is written, God hath ordained a Saviour, for to give Repentance unto Israel, add forgiveness of Sins: Wherefore it follows, that as a man cannot pardon his own Sins,
how thou art pleased with the hardnesse of thine heart, dost thou loue them? thine heart is damnable, dost thou loath them? thine estate is comfortable.
how thou art pleased with the hardness of thine heart, dost thou love them? thine heart is damnable, dost thou loath them? thine estate is comfortable.
and readinesse vnto euill, then pray vnto the Lord for thy conuersion, for thine estate of life is worse then death? Dost thou liue without Repentance? there is but a little space betwixt thee and death, betwixt thee and hell;
and readiness unto evil, then pray unto the Lord for thy conversion, for thine estate of life is Worse then death? Dost thou live without Repentance? there is but a little Molle betwixt thee and death, betwixt thee and hell;
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Pray both in publike and priuate, pray continually, then I assure thee, drunkennesse shall not drowne thee, couetousnesse shall not ouer-rule thee, pride shall not deface thee, whoredome shall not vndoe thee, stealing shall not shame thee, the world shall not deceiue thee, nor thy selfe condemne thee. For Instruction:
Pray both in public and private, pray continually, then I assure thee, Drunkenness shall not drown thee, covetousness shall not overrule thee, pride shall not deface thee, whoredom shall not undo thee, stealing shall not shame thee, the world shall not deceive thee, nor thy self condemn thee. For Instruction:
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if we once get a knowledge of them, then their number will appeare infinite, their reward damnation, their power execrable, their presence intollerable,
if we once get a knowledge of them, then their number will appear infinite, their reward damnation, their power execrable, their presence intolerable,
And so much for the Reasons whereby our Prophet exhorteth the Iewes vnto Repentance, laid downe in these words, Therefore now also, thus saith the Lord.
And so much for the Reasons whereby our Prophet exhorteth the Iewes unto Repentance, laid down in these words, Therefore now also, thus Says the Lord.
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Secondly, that without the preaching of Gods word, iudgements cannot amend vs. Concerning the first: God doth not respect our crosses and calamities, except true Repentance be ioyned therewith.
Secondly, that without the preaching of God's word, Judgments cannot amend us Concerning the First: God does not respect our Crosses and calamities, except true Repentance be joined therewith.
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First, Because all the sufferings of this life are but the beginnings of sorrowes, they are not the tenth part of that vengeance which the Lord wil poure vpon vs for our sinnes, vnlesse we repent;
First, Because all the sufferings of this life Are but the beginnings of sorrows, they Are not the tenth part of that vengeance which the Lord will pour upon us for our Sins, unless we Repent;
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First, seeing our affliction cannot moue God to pittie vs, vnlesse we repent, therefore let vs learne to obey the exhortation of the Prophet in Scripture, Turne vnto the Lord your God.
First, seeing our affliction cannot move God to pity us, unless we Repent, Therefore let us Learn to obey the exhortation of the Prophet in Scripture, Turn unto the Lord your God.
Thy bloud cannot pacifie the wrath of God, whereas teares of Repentance can: bodily plagues doe not moue God to pitie vs, when as spirituall sorrowes doe.
Thy blood cannot pacify the wrath of God, whereas tears of Repentance can: bodily plagues do not move God to pity us, when as spiritual sorrows do.
Haue not we had great iudgements lying vpon vs? how many Souldiers haue we lost, crying and dying in their owne bloud? how many haue perished by famine? haue not many houses beene swept cleane by the Pestilence, not onely in London, but euen in remote places,
Have not we had great Judgments lying upon us? how many Soldiers have we lost, crying and dying in their own blood? how many have perished by famine? have not many houses been swept clean by the Pestilence, not only in London, but even in remote places,
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because we doe not turne vnto the Lord, therefore our health is turned into sicknesse, our life into death, our peace into warre, our mirth into mourning, our plenty into want:
Because we do not turn unto the Lord, Therefore our health is turned into sickness, our life into death, our peace into war, our mirth into mourning, our plenty into want:
Without the preaching of Gods word iudgements cannot amend vs. At this time the Iewes were wonderfully afflicted, fearefull iudgements were denounced against them,
Without the preaching of God's word Judgments cannot amend us At this time the Iewes were wonderfully afflicted, fearful Judgments were denounced against them,
the speciall end of Gods iudgements is to take vengeance on a sinfull Land. But it may be obiected, Doe none repent in the time of aduersity, being vnder the crosse? yea, there are a great many,
the special end of God's Judgments is to take vengeance on a sinful Land. But it may be objected, Do none Repent in the time of adversity, being under the cross? yea, there Are a great many,
make much of the word in thy health, for I assure thee, sicknesse cannot so prepare thee for the Lord, the word will then be sweet to heare, when all others faile;
make much of the word in thy health, for I assure thee, sickness cannot so prepare thee for the Lord, the word will then be sweet to hear, when all Others fail;
Doe not sorrowes and afflictions conuert vs vnto the Lord? Why then are they sent? why should we account of them as we doe, seeing such as are afflicted reape so small comfort by them? I answer, that this conclusion is damnable:
Do not sorrows and afflictions convert us unto the Lord? Why then Are they sent? why should we account of them as we do, seeing such as Are afflicted reap so small Comfort by them? I answer, that this conclusion is damnable:
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let vs tremble as the earth doth, let vs weepe and mourne, we know not how soene the wrath of God may sēaze vpon vs, with what calamity we may be troubled, by what death we may be taken away.
let us tremble as the earth does, let us weep and mourn, we know not how soene the wrath of God may senaze upon us, with what calamity we may be troubled, by what death we may be taken away.
Secondly, to teach vs, that when we are visited by Iudgements, euen to pray vnto the Lord, that he would by them worke our conuersion, seeing that of themselues they cannot beget Repentance within vs. Thus in generall.
Secondly, to teach us, that when we Are visited by Judgments, even to pray unto the Lord, that he would by them work our conversion, seeing that of themselves they cannot beget Repentance within us Thus in general.
Turne yee euen to mee with all your heart: and externall in the action; with fasting, and with weeping, and with mourning. Of these two in order. Concerning the first.
Turn ye even to me with all your heart: and external in the actium; with fasting, and with weeping, and with mourning. Of these two in order. Concerning the First.
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wherein these points are to be handled. 1. The action, Turne. 2. The persons exhorted to turne, yee, euery one of them. 3. To whom they must turne, to mee, the Lord. 4. How they must turne, euen with all their heart, speedily, readily, and willingly. For the first.
wherein these points Are to be handled. 1. The actium, Turn. 2. The Persons exhorted to turn, ye, every one of them. 3. To whom they must turn, to me, the Lord. 4. How they must turn, even with all their heart, speedily, readily, and willingly. For the First.
This fire is kept vnder the ashes of humility, and the remembrance of the day of death, whose feare doth conserue the fire of Gods grace in the heart of a penitent sinner.
This fire is kept under the Ashes of humility, and the remembrance of the day of death, whose Fear does conserve the fire of God's grace in the heart of a penitent sinner.
Let vs lay aside enery weight and sinne (saith the Apostle) which doth so easily beset vs. Let eue•y one turne from his euill way, and from the wickednesse that is in their hands.
Let us lay aside enery weight and sin (Says the Apostle) which does so Easily beset us Let eue•y one turn from his evil Way, and from the wickedness that is in their hands.
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in the next place the sinner is to apply the same vnto the conscience after this manner, which may be called the practicall Syllogisme of the conscience.
in the next place the sinner is to apply the same unto the conscience After this manner, which may be called the practical Syllogism of the conscience.
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Doest thou finde the power of sinne weakned within thee? doe thy relapses in sinne beget in thee feare and humiliation? doest thou continue in prayer, that the spirit be not ouercome? assure thy selfe, that sense and feeling within thee, is an euident token that thou art not subdued by sinne,
Dost thou find the power of sin weakened within thee? do thy relapses in sin beget in thee Fear and humiliation? dost thou continue in prayer, that the Spirit be not overcome? assure thy self, that sense and feeling within thee, is an evident token that thou art not subdued by sin,
For Reprehension vnto all such as bragge and boast of their Repentance, and yet haue no change or alteration wrought within them, they haue not yet returned from their euill way,
For Reprehension unto all such as brag and boast of their Repentance, and yet have no change or alteration wrought within them, they have not yet returned from their evil Way,
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For the 2. The Persons which are exhorted to turne, are all and euery one of vs, Turne yee. This dutie is required both of rich and poore, of Pastors and people, of superiors & inferiors, of euery one of vs, all of vs must turne, and no wonder;
For the 2. The Persons which Are exhorted to turn, Are all and every one of us, Turn ye. This duty is required both of rich and poor, of Pastors and people, of superiors & inferiors, of every one of us, all of us must turn, and no wonder;
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Doe not exempt thy selfe from the performance of this dutie, either by thy greatnesse, riches, knowledge, sanctity, &c. for assuredly as euery one of vs are exhorted here to turn,
Do not exempt thy self from the performance of this duty, either by thy greatness, riches, knowledge, sanctity, etc. for assuredly as every one of us Are exhorted Here to turn,
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we haue by our backsliding displeased him, let vs endeauour by our returning to please him let vs imitate the Prodigall, who hauing gone from his father, returned vnto him. Thus of the 3. Point. For the fourth. How we must turne; euen with all our heart:
we have by our backsliding displeased him, let us endeavour by our returning to please him let us imitate the Prodigal, who having gone from his father, returned unto him. Thus of the 3. Point. For the fourth. How we must turn; even with all our heart:
the word (euen) in the originall signifieth not onely vntill, but also greatly, and very swiftly, as it may be taken, 2 King. 9.20. The word (heart) in the originall signifieth also the minde and the vnderstanding;
the word (even) in the original signifies not only until, but also greatly, and very swiftly, as it may be taken, 2 King. 9.20. The word (heart) in the original signifies also the mind and the understanding;
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so from the inward holinesse of the heart, we goe on in an holy life and conuersation. 4. Because the Lord will accept no sernice which is not done with the heart;
so from the inward holiness of the heart, we go on in an holy life and Conversation. 4. Because the Lord will accept no sernice which is not done with the heart;
We must seeke him, serue him, obey him, loue him, know him, feare him, &c. and here returne vnto him with our whole heart. 5. Because the heart is subiect to many outward diseases being distempered,
We must seek him, serve him, obey him, love him, know him, Fear him, etc. and Here return unto him with our Whole heart. 5. Because the heart is Subject to many outward diseases being distempered,
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and to cast it asleepe by tempting vs to neglect the means of knomledge, to run on in our vngodly courses, to become carelesse in time of prosperitie, to presume vpon Gods mercies:
and to cast it asleep by tempting us to neglect the means of knomledge, to run on in our ungodly courses, to become careless in time of Prosperity, to presume upon God's Mercies:
For the illustration of this point, these things are to be considered. 1. By what meanes the heart may be turned. 2 How the heart may be tryed. 3. How the heart may be established in Gods seruice. 4. How the heart may entertaine the motions of Gods Spirit. 5. How we may discerne the security and drousines of our hearts. 6. How our hearts may be roused vp from their security. 7. How we may know the greatest and chiefest sinne of our heart. Of these briefly.
For the illustration of this point, these things Are to be considered. 1. By what means the heart may be turned. 2 How the heart may be tried. 3. How the heart may be established in God's service. 4. How the heart may entertain the motions of God's Spirit. 5. How we may discern the security and drowsiness of our hearts. 6. How our hearts may be roused up from their security. 7. How we may know the greatest and chiefest sin of our heart. Of these briefly.
For the 1. The meanes whereby our hearts may be turned are these. 1. The consideration of our miserable estate by nature. 2. The meditation of our present estate by grace. 3. An acknowledgement and confession of our great corruptions. 4. A reformation of the causes of our backwardnes. 5. An examination of our selfe by the glasse of the law and of conscience, alwayes iudging our selfe and renewing our spirit by repentance. 6. Contrition, a breaking of our hard hearts with the hammer of Gods word.
For the 1. The means whereby our hearts may be turned Are these. 1. The consideration of our miserable estate by nature. 2. The meditation of our present estate by grace. 3. an acknowledgement and Confessi of our great corruptions. 4. A Reformation of the Causes of our backwardness. 5. an examination of our self by the glass of the law and of conscience, always judging our self and renewing our Spirit by Repentance. 6. Contrition, a breaking of our hard hearts with the hammer of God's word.
and that daily in particular, concerning both good and euill, and the strength of both. 7. We must haue a right end in our resolution, not vaine-glory, nor selfe-loue;
and that daily in particular, Concerning both good and evil, and the strength of both. 7. We must have a right end in our resolution, not vainglory, nor Self-love;
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For the third, our heart may be setled and established in the seruice of God. 1. By resigning it into the hands of God, which we performe by yeelding the heart to be daily tryed of God. 2. Doing all things as in the presence of God, comforting our selfe in Christ, relying vpon his promises by faith aboue all sense and feeling whatsoeuer. 3. By paying our vowes vnto the Lord, fearing our selfe in our best actions,
For the third, our heart may be settled and established in the service of God. 1. By resigning it into the hands of God, which we perform by yielding the heart to be daily tried of God. 2. Doing all things as in the presence of God, comforting our self in christ, relying upon his promises by faith above all sense and feeling whatsoever. 3. By paying our vows unto the Lord, fearing our self in our best actions,
and Satans readines to set vpon vs, approouing our selfe by striuing against corruption, liuing in spirituall duties, louing one another, waiting for our end. 4. We must watch ouer the outward man. 5. Wee must moderate our liberty in respect of time, place, and person;
and Satan readiness to Set upon us, approving our self by striving against corruption, living in spiritual duties, loving one Another, waiting for our end. 4. We must watch over the outward man. 5. we must moderate our liberty in respect of time, place, and person;
1. If there be within vs a loathing of holy duties. 2. If our consciences are continually turmoiled with great tetrors. 3. If we finde but little or no comfort when we haue performed holy duties. 4. If wee finde much contentment in our willingnesse to sinne,
1. If there be within us a loathing of holy duties. 2. If our Consciences Are continually turmoiled with great tetrors. 3. If we find but little or no Comfort when we have performed holy duties. 4. If we find much contentment in our willingness to sin,
For the sixt, our hearts may bee awakened and roused vp from this security. 1. By the powerfull ministery of the word. 2. By strong cryes vnto God. 3. By crauing the prayers of the faithfull. 4. By a resolution to become more carefull. 5. By endeauouring more constantly for the conuersion of others. 6. By exercising a daily course of Repentance in respect of daily sinne. 7. By priuate and publike humiliation and fasting before God.
For the sixt, our hearts may be awakened and roused up from this security. 1. By the powerful Ministry of the word. 2. By strong cries unto God. 3. By craving the Prayers of the faithful. 4. By a resolution to become more careful. 5. By endeavouring more constantly for the conversion of Others. 6. By exercising a daily course of Repentance in respect of daily sin. 7. By private and public humiliation and fasting before God.
For the seuenth, we are to take notice of the chiefest sinnes of our heart, whereby we may chiefly conquer them, which being vanquished, in time we shall ouercome the rest,
For the Seventh, we Are to take notice of the chiefest Sins of our heart, whereby we may chiefly conquer them, which being vanquished, in time we shall overcome the rest,
this we may doe. 1. By diligent hearing of Gods word, which will meet euen with our most secret corruptions. 2. By a diligent and carefull obseruation of our thoughts, words,
this we may do. 1. By diligent hearing of God's word, which will meet even with our most secret corruptions. 2. By a diligent and careful observation of our thoughts, words,
and actions, by which the vsurer shall finde that couetousnesse, the adulterer, that vncleannes, &c. are their dearest darlings, the chiefest sinnes of their heart, out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh. 3. By a generall and vniuersall reformation and mortification of our lusts, in the performance wherof, we shall meet with the greatest resistance from those our chiefest sinnes. 4. By an examination of our selfe,
and actions, by which the usurer shall find that covetousness, the adulterer, that uncleanness, etc. Are their dearest darlings, the chiefest Sins of their heart, out of the abundance of the heart the Mouth speaks. 3. By a general and universal Reformation and mortification of our Lustiest, in the performance whereof, we shall meet with the greatest resistance from those our chiefest Sins. 4. By an examination of our self,
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and therefore our Sauiour saith, First cleanse that which is within. Our memory must be changed by remembring God: our vnderstanding by knowing God: our will by beleeuing God:
and Therefore our Saviour Says, First cleanse that which is within. Our memory must be changed by remembering God: our understanding by knowing God: our will by believing God:
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Some haue knowledge, but want true faith, some haue will, but want memory, all which must bee amended, we must conferre often to get memory, reade much to get knowledge, heare much to obtaine faith pray alwayes, whereby we shall get good effections.
some have knowledge, but want true faith, Some have will, but want memory, all which must be amended, we must confer often to get memory, read much to get knowledge, hear much to obtain faith pray always, whereby we shall get good effections.
Seeing God doth require the whole heart, and our imperfections are exceeding great, we must euen pray with S. Augustine, Lord giue vs power to do what thou commandest, and command what thou willest.
Seeing God does require the Whole heart, and our imperfections Are exceeding great, we must even pray with S. Augustine, Lord give us power to do what thou Commandest, and command what thou willest.
Seeing, I say that the Lord doth require of vs to returne vnto him wholly and totally, this excludeth 1. Euery hypocriticall conuersion when there wanteth sincerity. 2. Euery conuersion from good vnto euil,
Seeing, I say that the Lord does require of us to return unto him wholly and totally, this excludeth 1. Every hypocritical conversion when there Wants sincerity. 2. Every conversion from good unto evil,
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The heart rules the life, purge the heart of ignorance, pride, and dissimulation, and all things which may disquiet the conscience when thou commest before the Lord,
The heart rules the life, purge the heart of ignorance, pride, and dissimulation, and all things which may disquiet the conscience when thou Comest before the Lord,
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where the body is wounded, there issueth out blood, so where there is true repentance in the heart, it doth outwardly expresse it selfe, in fasting, weeping, and mourning.
where the body is wounded, there issueth out blood, so where there is true Repentance in the heart, it does outwardly express it self, in fasting, weeping, and mourning.
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yet) the inward cannot be without the outward, yea, where the outward is, we ought charitably to iudge of the inward 2. Because when inward and outward repentance concurre together, God doth giue pardon, and is pacified. The vses hereof are twofold. For instruction:
yet) the inward cannot be without the outward, yea, where the outward is, we ought charitably to judge of the inward 2. Because when inward and outward Repentance concur together, God does give pardon, and is pacified. The uses hereof Are twofold. For instruction:
but also in the conuersation, a small reformation, is not a full repentance. If good lawes bee not ioyned with godly minds, and reformed wayes with weeping hearts;
but also in the Conversation, a small Reformation, is not a full Repentance. If good laws be not joined with godly minds, and reformed ways with weeping hearts;
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so also we are humbled inwardly. Thus in generall. The parts required in our outward humiliation are three. 1. Fasting. 2. Weeping. 3. Mourning. Of these in order.
so also we Are humbled inwardly. Thus in general. The parts required in our outward humiliation Are three. 1. Fasting. 2. Weeping. 3. Mourning. Of these in order.
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And with fasting. This word according to the custome of the Hebrewes, doth signifie the humiliation of the whole body. 1. Inward by sorrow for sinne, which worketh repentance, whose effects are these, carefulnesse, indignation, feare, vehement desire, zeale, reuenge, iudging our selfe with detestation of our sinne. 2. Outward, by abstinence from all filthy pleasures, which according to the Hebrew canons were meat and drinke, washing and anointing themselues, putting on shooes and all fine apparell, abstinence from their wiues; which the Scriptures confirme.
And with fasting. This word according to the custom of the Hebrews, does signify the humiliation of the Whole body. 1. Inward by sorrow for sin, which works Repentance, whose effects Are these, carefulness, Indignation, Fear, vehement desire, zeal, revenge, judging our self with detestation of our sin. 2. Outward, by abstinence from all filthy pleasures, which according to the Hebrew Canonas were meat and drink, washing and anointing themselves, putting on shoes and all fine apparel, abstinence from their wives; which the Scriptures confirm.
Daniel did not wash and anoint himselfe, the Israelites put off their ornaments, Dauid went barefooted, weared sackecloth, did not wash and anoint himselfe in the time of his humiliation, Vriah abstained from lying with his wife.
daniel did not wash and anoint himself, the Israelites put off their Ornament, David went barefooted, weared Sackcloth, did not wash and anoint himself in the time of his humiliation, Uriah abstained from lying with his wife.
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They were to begin their fast the ninth day of the moneth at euen, (from which onely the sicke and such as were vnder nine yeeres of age were exempted) that walking thereby in newnesse of life, the body of sinne might bee destroyed:
They were to begin their fast the ninth day of the Monn At even, (from which only the sick and such as were under nine Years of age were exempted) that walking thereby in newness of life, the body of sin might be destroyed:
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Before I come vnto the particular discourse of fasting we are to take notice of the profit and vtilitie arising therefrom, which may be manifested vnto vs in the creatures by diuerse and sundry examples, all which being simple bodies, consist of two natures, the one celestiall, the other elementary.
Before I come unto the particular discourse of fasting we Are to take notice of the profit and utility arising therefrom, which may be manifested unto us in the creatures by diverse and sundry Examples, all which being simple bodies, consist of two nature's, the one celestial, the other elementary.
so abstinence maketh it to turne to our good, whereas the stomacke being cloyed with meat, it turneth to putrifaction. 3. As fire serueth for a defence,
so abstinence makes it to turn to our good, whereas the stomach being cloyed with meat, it turns to putrefaction. 3. As fire serveth for a defence,
as a wall (to which vse it serued Alexandor the Great being in the Desarts of India beset with Lyons) so is fasting as a wall and targe to defend vs from sinne. 4. As fire serueth to purge things corrupted,
as a wall (to which use it served Alexandor the Great being in the Deserts of India beset with Lyons) so is fasting as a wall and targe to defend us from sin. 4. As fire serveth to purge things corrupted,
This purgeth the minde, helpeth the iudgement, maketh the flesh subiect to the spirit, maketh a broken and humble heart, disperseth the clouds of concupiscence, extinguisheth the heat of lust,
This Purgeth the mind, Helpeth the judgement, makes the Flesh Subject to the Spirit, makes a broken and humble heart, disperses the Clouds of concupiscence, extinguisheth the heat of lust,
Now I come in particular to speake of this outie, concerning which these things are to be handled. 1. What it is. 2. The kindes thereof. 3. By whom it is ordained. 4. The time wherein it must be obserued. 5. Wherein it doth consist. 6. How it is to be performed. 7. The seuerall ends thereof. 8. The benefits proceeding from thence.
Now I come in particular to speak of this outie, Concerning which these things Are to be handled. 1. What it is. 2. The Kinds thereof. 3. By whom it is ordained. 4. The time wherein it must be observed. 5. Wherein it does consist. 6. How it is to be performed. 7. The several ends thereof. 8. The benefits proceeding from thence.
For the first, the Fast required in this place, is not such a fast as doth proceede from the shatting of the heauens, •or hardning of the earth, which is properly called famine:
For the First, the Fast required in this place, is not such a fast as does proceed from the shatting of the heavens, •or hardening of the earth, which is properly called famine:
neither such as that supersticious fasting of the Papists in abstaining from flesh, and eating more delicious meats, the obseruation whereof is by them not onely accounted a thing religious, but also meritorious:
neither such as that superstitious fasting of the Papists in abstaining from Flesh, and eating more delicious Meats, the observation whereof is by them not only accounted a thing religious, but also meritorious:
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such sorts of Fasts, I say, our Prophet doth not require, but a true religious fast, which is an abstinence from meat and drinke for a religious vse lawfully commanded, that is, seasonably to abstaine from refreshing of our bodies, to make them fitter for religious duties (although Adam was commanded to fast from the forbidden tree) Moses was the first (of whom we read) that did performe, and that willingly in crauing God pardon for the sins of the people.
such sorts of Fasts, I say, our Prophet does not require, but a true religious fast, which is an abstinence from meat and drink for a religious use lawfully commanded, that is, seasonably to abstain from refreshing of our bodies, to make them fitter for religious duties (although Adam was commanded to fast from the forbidden tree) Moses was the First (of whom we read) that did perform, and that willingly in craving God pardon for the Sins of the people.
2. Of distinct times following one vpon another, as the men of Iabesh Gilead who fasted seuen dayes, which is not so to be vnderstood, that they fasted so long by one continued act of abstinence,
2. Of distinct times following one upon Another, as the men of Jabesh Gilead who fasted seuen days, which is not so to be understood, that they fasted so long by one continued act of abstinence,
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but if the fast consist of many acts it is lawfull to eat, by the example of Daniel, who fasted euery day of the three weekes space, and at night broke his fast, according to the custome of the Iewes. Therefore Christ is said to haue fasted as well the night as the day, to put a difference betwixt his fasting and the fasting of the Iewes. It is then an imperfect fasting,
but if the fast consist of many acts it is lawful to eat, by the Exampl of daniel, who fasted every day of the three weeks Molle, and At night broke his fast, according to the custom of the Iewes. Therefore christ is said to have fasted as well the night as the day, to put a difference betwixt his fasting and the fasting of the Iewes. It is then an imperfect fasting,
a wordly Fast, is 1. For a worldly cause, as S Paul made the people fast to be auenged of their enemies. 2. For healths sake. 3. To spare meanes. 4. To keepe the stomacke for better fare:
a wordly Fast, is 1. For a worldly cause, as S Paul made the people fast to be avenged of their enemies. 2. For healths sake. 3. To spare means. 4. To keep the stomach for better fare:
as they did in the primitiue Church, whereunto S. Augustin doth exhort in these words; Let that which is withdrawne from our daintie fare, be giuen to the needy:
as they did in the primitive Church, whereunto S. Augustin does exhort in these words; Let that which is withdrawn from our dainty fare, be given to the needy:
let hungry Christ receiue that which a fasting Christian doth abate. A Religious Fast, is either priuate or publike, both which are either ordinary or extraordinary.
let hungry christ receive that which a fasting Christian does abate. A Religious Fast, is either private or public, both which Are either ordinary or extraordinary.
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as we may read, Leuit. 26.29. which Statute was not Ceremoniall, but Morall, because we sinne daily against God, and we cannot say, that extraordinary actions did fall vpon that day vnto that people. So also Mat. 9.14. Luk 2.37. Whence may be gathered that fasting was kept in the dayes of Christ, for a religious vse;
as we may read, Levites 26.29. which Statute was not Ceremonial, but Moral, Because we sin daily against God, and we cannot say, that extraordinary actions did fallen upon that day unto that people. So also Mathew 9.14. Luk 2.37. Whence may be gathered that fasting was kept in the days of christ, for a religious use;
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So that this sort of fasting is lawfull, and helpefull to further our humiliation: both it selfe and the seuerall kindes thereof are commanded in the word of God.
So that this sort of fasting is lawful, and helpful to further our humiliation: both it self and the several Kinds thereof Are commanded in the word of God.
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externall, in abstaining from labor and all worldly businesses (wherein the Iewes were so precise, that they held it as vnlawfull to doe any worke vpon that day,
external, in abstaining from labour and all worldly businesses (wherein the Iewes were so precise, that they held it as unlawful to do any work upon that day,
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and if God heare the groanes of other creatures, how much more the groanes of his owne children, 3. We must confesse this our miserable estate to God, not in generall,
and if God hear the groans of other creatures, how much more the groans of his own children, 3. We must confess this our miserable estate to God, not in general,
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which, vntill we haue some grace, we are still ashamed to confesse, although to such as doe acknowledge their sinnes, God is faithfull and iust to forgiue them.
which, until we have Some grace, we Are still ashamed to confess, although to such as do acknowledge their Sins, God is faithful and just to forgive them.
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for what profit is it to astaine from the eating of flesh, if in the meane time both the mouth and our other members be giuen ouer vnto impieties, to abstaine from meat and to doe euill, is the Diuels fast, who doth euill,
for what profit is it to astaine from the eating of Flesh, if in the mean time both the Mouth and our other members be given over unto impieties, to abstain from meat and to do evil, is the Devils fast, who does evil,
as by the Scriptures, the custome of the Iewes, and the custome of the Church thereafter is euident and plaine. 3. We must abstaine from all pleasures which may prouoke vs to sin. 4. All persons (excepting such as want strength and discretion) are bound to keepe this humiliation. 5. We ought to put on our meanest apparell. 6. We must make a more solemne confession of our sinnes, both in generall and in particular with more strong cries and groanes to obtaine pardon for our sinnes, with plenty of teares, which were accompanied with putting on sack-cloath, bowing of the body, renting of the garments, lying in the dust, of which the Prophet Micah speaketh, Therefore will I wait and houle, I will goe stript and naked, I will make a wailing like a Dragon, and mourning as the Owles.
as by the Scriptures, the custom of the Iewes, and the custom of the Church thereafter is evident and plain. 3. We must abstain from all pleasures which may provoke us to since. 4. All Persons (excepting such as want strength and discretion) Are bound to keep this humiliation. 5. We ought to put on our Meanest apparel. 6. We must make a more solemn Confessi of our Sins, both in general and in particular with more strong cries and groans to obtain pardon for our Sins, with plenty of tears, which were accompanied with putting on Sackcloth, bowing of the body, renting of the garments, lying in the dust, of which the Prophet micah speaks, Therefore will I wait and houle, I will go stripped and naked, I will make a wailing like a Dragon, and mourning as the Owls.
For the 7. The ends of Fasting are 1. To subdue the flesh, and mortifie our bodily lusts, that they may become subiect to the will of God. 2. To stirre vp deuotion and attention vnto holy duties;
For the 7. The ends of Fasting Are 1. To subdue the Flesh, and mortify our bodily Lustiest, that they may become Subject to the will of God. 2. To stir up devotion and attention unto holy duties;
for by it the heart and affections become lighter, purer, more fit, and in better order for the seruice of God. 3. To testifie by our humiliation that we deserue to be cut off from God;
for by it the heart and affections become lighter, Purer, more fit, and in better order for the service of God. 3. To testify by our humiliation that we deserve to be Cut off from God;
and the Saints are more enabled to the performance of all Christian duties; and the like fauour may the Church of God expect in the conscionable performance hereof,
and the Saints Are more enabled to the performance of all Christian duties; and the like favour may the Church of God expect in the conscionable performance hereof,
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vnto the worlds end. 4. By this we testifie our dutie to God, before we dare meddle with the creatures for our comfort. 5. Hereby we learne mortification,
unto the world's end. 4. By this we testify our duty to God, before we Dare meddle with the creatures for our Comfort. 5. Hereby we Learn mortification,
Thou heast (saith he) Ile make thee leaue kicking, neither will I feede thee with barlie, but with chaffe, I will pull thee downe with hunger and thirst,
Thou hest (Says he) I'll make thee leave kicking, neither will I feed thee with Barley, but with chaff, I will pull thee down with hunger and thirst,
as vermine, weeds, and vnbroken clods, hinder a plentifull haruest. 6. Hereby the minde is eleuated towards heauen, both by conforming our bodies to our mindes (according to that of the Prophet, In their affliction they will seeke me early:
as vermin, weeds, and unbroken clods, hinder a plentiful harvest. 6. Hereby the mind is elevated towards heaven, both by conforming our bodies to our minds (according to that of the Prophet, In their affliction they will seek me early:
) as also by cutting vs away, from our worldly delights, from which we ought to abstaine (though they are lawfull) to giue our selues to Fasting and Prayer.
) as also by cutting us away, from our worldly delights, from which we ought to abstain (though they Are lawful) to give our selves to Fasting and Prayer.
In following after, as in the Niniuites, and Dauid. The Niniuites sinned, and would not eat, sinned and would not be cloathed, sinned and would not giue their beasts food;
In following After, as in the Niniuites, and David. The Niniuites sinned, and would not eat, sinned and would not be clothed, sinned and would not give their beasts food;
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We haue disordered affections mouing vs to euill, withdrawing vs from good, Gods iudgements hang ouer our heads, which (vnlesse by Repentance they be preuented) lighting vpon vs, may bring this Land into great (if not vtter) desolation;
We have disordered affections moving us to evil, withdrawing us from good, God's Judgments hang over our Heads, which (unless by Repentance they be prevented) lighting upon us, may bring this Land into great (if not utter) desolation;
and why doe we not by fasting humble our selues before God, for our sinnes and the abhominations of the Land, that so his iudgements may be remoued from vs;
and why do we not by fasting humble our selves before God, for our Sins and the abominations of the Land, that so his Judgments may be removed from us;
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The word in the Originall signifieth to send forth many teares, as we may read Gen. 45.14. and Ier. 9.10. This second hath great affinity with the third, and therefore that you may the better vnderstand both, both are to be handled together.
The word in the Original signifies to send forth many tears, as we may read Gen. 45.14. and Jeremiah 9.10. This second hath great affinity with the third, and Therefore that you may the better understand both, both Are to be handled together.
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The word in the originall signifieth, not onely a weeping, whereby teares appeare but also mourning, which is in affliction, in the inward parts, which chiefly belongeth vnto a funerall pompe, as 1 King. 12.13.
The word in the original signifies, not only a weeping, whereby tears appear but also mourning, which is in affliction, in the inward parts, which chiefly belongeth unto a funeral pomp, as 1 King. 12.13.
So that the Prophet doth not require them onely to fast, but likewise to weepe, to mourne, to groane in the spirit with sighs and sobs vnto the Lord, to be wounded in spirit.
So that the Prophet does not require them only to fast, but likewise to weep, to mourn, to groan in the Spirit with sighs and sobs unto the Lord, to be wounded in Spirit.
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For the better vnderstanding of this godly sorrow and mourning, we are to vnderstand that weeping and mourning is a most excellent medicine for a troubled conscience,
For the better understanding of this godly sorrow and mourning, we Are to understand that weeping and mourning is a most excellent medicine for a troubled conscience,
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yea for the most part, they doe accompany the same, therefore Dauid saith, That teares were his bread night and day, whereupon Cassiodor saith, that mourning is the food of the soule, the strengthening of the senses, the absolution of sinne, the refreshing of the mind, and the washing of faults.
yea for the most part, they do accompany the same, Therefore David Says, That tears were his bred night and day, whereupon Cassiodorus Says, that mourning is the food of the soul, the strengthening of the Senses, the absolution of sin, the refreshing of the mind, and the washing of Faults.
for as water serueth 1. to wash away filthinesse outwardly, so the teares of vnfained repentance to wash away sinne, Wash mee (saith Dauid ) and I shall bee whiter then snow.
for as water serveth 1. to wash away filthiness outwardly, so the tears of unfeigned Repentance to wash away sin, Wash me (Says David) and I shall be Whiter then snow.
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The swans after they haue coupled together, doe not eate till they wash themselues, neither yet the Storke and Elephant returne to their fellowes till they haue washed themselues, much more need haue we to be washed with the vnfained teares of repentance 2. Waters are viuificatiue and quickening,
The swans After they have coupled together, do not eat till they wash themselves, neither yet the Stork and Elephant return to their Fellows till they have washed themselves, much more need have we to be washed with the unfeigned tears of Repentance 2. Waters Are viuificatiue and quickening,
so the teares of repentāce take away the security of Gods children, when the waters are mooued, we shalbe whole. 6 As water is a strong fortification,
so the tears of Repentance take away the security of God's children, when the waters Are moved, we shall Whole. 6 As water is a strong fortification,
these things are also to be considered. 1. The diuers kinds of teares, and what teares are required of vs. 2. The reasons which may induce vs, to weeping, mourning, and shedding of teares.
these things Are also to be considered. 1. The diverse Kinds of tears, and what tears Are required of us 2. The Reasons which may induce us, to weeping, mourning, and shedding of tears.
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Such as Ioabs when he killed Amasa; Ismaels, when he killed the people that came to Gedaliah: Ahabs, whē he was reproued by the Prophet for Naboths death:
Such as Ioabs when he killed Amasa; Ishmaels, when he killed the people that Come to Gedaliah: Ahabs, when he was reproved by the Prophet for Naboth's death:
These are theeuish and whorish teares, who weepe before the Iudge, but being at liberty walke in their former course. 2. The wickeds teares are diuellish and infernall,
These Are thievish and whorish tears, who weep before the Judge, but being At liberty walk in their former course. 2. The wickeds tears Are devilish and infernal,
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euen such as of the damned in hell, where there shalbe weeping and gnashing of teeth, which teares and mournings (saith Saint Gregory ) are more to bee feared, then expressed.
even such as of the damned in hell, where there shall weeping and gnashing of teeth, which tears and mournings (Says Faint Gregory) Are more to be feared, then expressed.
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as were the teares of Ioseph, Susanna, and the holy Martyrs of God in the time of persecution, whose teares are put in the bottle of God. 2. Such as proceed from a strong and liuely saith in the time of affliction whereby euen Gods children are comforted and refreshed, of which Dauid saith, My teares haue beene my meate day and night,
as were the tears of Ioseph, Susanna, and the holy Martyrs of God in the time of persecution, whose tears Are put in the Bottle of God. 2. Such as proceed from a strong and lively Says in the time of affliction whereby even God's children Are comforted and refreshed, of which David Says, My tears have been my meat day and night,
while they haue said, where is my God. Therefore saith Saint Augustine, the Saints shed teares to see God dishonoured: griefe troubleth the soule: mourning doth enlarge it: enlargement giueth it case.
while they have said, where is my God. Therefore Says Saint Augustine, the Saints shed tears to see God dishonoured: grief Troubles the soul: mourning does enlarge it: enlargement gives it case.
Thus then, all sorts of teares are not commendable and acceptable t• but 1. such as are shed when we heare that God is dishonored. 2. When the word of God is oppressed,
Thus then, all sorts of tears Are not commendable and acceptable t• but 1. such as Are shed when we hear that God is dishonoured. 2. When the word of God is oppressed,
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and the liberty thereof. 3. When the Church and seruants of God are persecured, Gods word is contemned, the righteous are taken away from the earth, the people are destroyed in their finnes:
and the liberty thereof. 3. When the Church and Servants of God Are persecured, God's word is contemned, the righteous Are taken away from the earth, the people Are destroyed in their fins:
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For the second, diuers reasons may prouoke vs to the performance of this duty. 1. The remembrance of our grieuous sinnes and transgressions both originall and actuall. 2. The feare of Gods anger and iudgements to be powred out vpon vs by reason of our sinnes. 3. The misery of this present life in the company of sinners amongst whom we liue. 4. The consideration of the ioyes of heauen which through sinne we haue lost,
For the second, diverse Reasons may provoke us to the performance of this duty. 1. The remembrance of our grievous Sins and transgressions both original and actual. 2. The Fear of God's anger and Judgments to be poured out upon us by reason of our Sins. 3. The misery of this present life in the company of Sinners among whom we live. 4. The consideration of the Joys of heaven which through sin we have lost,
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and cannot otherwise be obtained, but by true weeping and mourning. 5. Weeping (which declareth a sorrow for sin) and mourning (wherby is signified a deepe and feeling sorrow) are tokens of true repentance.
and cannot otherwise be obtained, but by true weeping and mourning. 5. Weeping (which Declareth a sorrow for since) and mourning (whereby is signified a deep and feeling sorrow) Are tokens of true Repentance.
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for as wine doth gladen the heart, and oyle maketh the face to shine, so tears comfort and make the conscience ioyfull. 7. The loue which we owe vnto our country, Israel could not be glad in Babel, and (although we are not in captiuity,
for as wine does gladen the heart, and oil makes the face to shine, so tears Comfort and make the conscience joyful. 7. The love which we owe unto our country, Israel could not be glad in Babel, and (although we Are not in captivity,
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and our bodies and hearts diuided asunder, whereat euen our enemies reioyce: is not Gods hand both outwardly vpon our bodies, and inwardly heauy vpon our soules,
and our bodies and hearts divided asunder, whereat even our enemies rejoice: is not God's hand both outwardly upon our bodies, and inwardly heavy upon our Souls,
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Hereby both our selues are deceiued and others, we deceiue our selues in the iudgement of things, vsing blinde and false spectacles, mistaking Gods will, esteeming euill good,
Hereby both our selves Are deceived and Others, we deceive our selves in the judgement of things, using blind and false spectacles, mistaking God's will, esteeming evil good,
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and good euill, excusing our selues by the example of others, trauailing with false guides, custome, example, multitude, ciuill honesty, lawes of men, &c. and so an errour in iudgement, breedeth deceit in practise:
and good evil, excusing our selves by the Exampl of Others, travailing with false guides, custom, Exampl, multitude, civil honesty, laws of men, etc. and so an error in judgement, breeds deceit in practice:
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and haue not we cause to weepe for this. 8. They are commanded by God himselfe, they haue beene vsed by our Sauiour Christ and his Apostles, and holy men and women in former times, to refresh their troubled soules,
and have not we cause to weep for this. 8. They Are commanded by God himself, they have been used by our Saviour christ and his Apostles, and holy men and women in former times, to refresh their troubled Souls,
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O wretched and vnhappy generation, whose father is hard carefulnesse, whose mother is shamefull filthinesse, whose sister is base vncleannesse, whose nurse is falshood, whose reward is euerlasting bitternesse:
Oh wretched and unhappy generation, whose father is hard carefulness, whose mother is shameful filthiness, whose sister is base uncleanness, whose nurse is falsehood, whose reward is everlasting bitterness:
and let the eyes of our bodies shed teares abundantly, send them downe the cheekes, as through spouts, yea making furrowes therein by their continuall plowing.
and let the eyes of our bodies shed tears abundantly, send them down the cheeks, as through spouts, yea making furrows therein by their continual plowing.
1. We must giue our body and soule to God. 2. We must giue that which is our owne. 3. It must be willingly, not constrained. 4. Our gift must be holy and vndefiled. 5. That it may be acceptable to God. 6. That it may be reasonable.
1. We must give our body and soul to God. 2. We must give that which is our own. 3. It must be willingly, not constrained. 4. Our gift must be holy and undefiled. 5. That it may be acceptable to God. 6. That it may be reasonable.
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Who weepeth when he heareth God dishonoured? whose eyes stand full of water, at the Apostacie of thousands in following the Beast, which are marked in the forehead for destruction? who mourneth, that our greene trees dye and wither,
Who weeps when he hears God dishonoured? whose eyes stand full of water, At the Apostasy of thousands in following the Beast, which Are marked in the forehead for destruction? who Mourneth, that our green trees die and wither,
and that we which are aliue, are but dry branches? who weepeth for himselfe? who weepeth that he cannot weepe enough? we are for the most part hard hearted, vnacquainted with this holy exercise:
and that we which Are alive, Are but dry branches? who weeps for himself? who weeps that he cannot weep enough? we Are for the most part hard hearted, unacquainted with this holy exercise:
Thus ye haue heard the God did require of his people (as he doth now of vs) to testifie their vnfained Repentance, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning:
Thus you have herd the God did require of his people (as he does now of us) to testify their unfeigned Repentance, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning:
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that as formerly they had pined their soules by sinning, they might now abstaine from all their former delights, punishing their bodies with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning.
that as formerly they had pined their Souls by sinning, they might now abstain from all their former delights, punishing their bodies with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning.
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that great sins, and great sorrowes, much sinning, and much mourning may follow the one vpon the other. 2. That both we may be the more prouoked to repent,
that great Sins, and great sorrows, much sinning, and much mourning may follow the one upon the other. 2. That both we may be the more provoked to Repent,
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the more sensible our sorrowes are, the more feruent are our prayers, and the more feruent our prayers are, the more doe they prouoke Gods loue towards vs:
the more sensible our sorrows Are, the more fervent Are our Prayers, and the more fervent our Prayers Are, the more do they provoke God's love towards us:
if our sorrowes are sensible, our prayers earnest, our groanes strong, then thine heart is acceptable vnto the Lord. The Vses hereof are twofold. For Instruction:
if our sorrows Are sensible, our Prayers earnest, our groans strong, then thine heart is acceptable unto the Lord. The Uses hereof Are twofold. For Instruction:
without godly sorrow there is no repentance; without prayer there is no godly sorrow: this followeth vpon a sense of Gods anger for our sinnes. The Reason hereof is this;
without godly sorrow there is no Repentance; without prayer there is no godly sorrow: this follows upon a sense of God's anger for our Sins. The Reason hereof is this;
It must be at some times banished with fasting, weeping and mourning, neither must our mourning take away hope of pardon (which is the estate of the wicked, for if we doe truely mourne, Gods anger shall be turned away, he will pardon vs;
It must be At Some times banished with fasting, weeping and mourning, neither must our mourning take away hope of pardon (which is the estate of the wicked, for if we do truly mourn, God's anger shall be turned away, he will pardon us;
Marke this well, that we must also be ready to beleeue that God will grant that which wee aske as we are ready to demand and pray for the same. To draw to an end:
Mark this well, that we must also be ready to believe that God will grant that which we ask as we Are ready to demand and pray for the same. To draw to an end:
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As the Lord by his Prophet required of the Iewes to turne vnto him with all their heart, with fasting, weeping and mourning, that they might preuent those iudgements which were threatued against them:
As the Lord by his Prophet required of the Iewes to turn unto him with all their heart, with fasting, weeping and mourning, that they might prevent those Judgments which were threatued against them:
If wee finde more cheerefulnesse in troubles, more patience in waiting vpon God, more care to make our enemies Gods friends, taking to heart sinnes of the time;
If we find more cheerfulness in Troubles, more patience in waiting upon God, more care to make our enemies God's Friends, taking to heart Sins of the time;
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For this cause let vs try and examine our selues, what wee finde within vs which may condemne vs. To this effect, let the heart which is the seate of the affections speake to euery one or vs,
For this cause let us try and examine our selves, what we find within us which may condemn us To this Effect, let the heart which is the seat of the affections speak to every one or us,
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or more plainely let conscience now speake boldly to all sorts of people (for the heart is still put for the conscience amongst the Hebrewes, they hauing no particular word for it,
or more plainly let conscience now speak boldly to all sorts of people (for the heart is still put for the conscience among the Hebrews, they having no particular word for it,
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so that a pure heart, and a pure conscience are equiualent tearmes, as diuers places of scripture confirme) telling them both whererein they doe amisse,
so that a pure heart, and a pure conscience Are equivalent terms, as diverse places of scripture confirm) telling them both whererein they do amiss,
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Goe vnto all Christian Princes, will them to tread in the scope of Iosiah, by weakning the power of Autichrist, pulling downe the high places, spreading Leuites throughout their land to preach the word of God, that godlines may bee maintained and sinne punished.
Go unto all Christian Princes, will them to tread in the scope of Josiah, by weakening the power of Antichrist, pulling down the high places, spreading Levites throughout their land to preach the word of God, that godliness may be maintained and sin punished.
Goe to the Gentrie, tell them that Gentility consisteth not in cutting of a card, casting of a die, marching of a cocke, or in hollowing after a dismall cry of hounds,
Go to the Gentry, tell them that Gentility Consisteth not in cutting of a carded, casting of a die, marching of a cock, or in hollowing After a dismal cry of hounds,
Let Prince and people, Clergie and Laitie, mourne with speede, for the Lord is gone out against vs: weepe old men and women; weepe young men and maides;
Let Prince and people, Clergy and Laity, mourn with speed, for the Lord is gone out against us: weep old men and women; weep young men and maids;
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let it be in greater measure at this time, then hath beene formerly, because Gods anger is in wonderfull measure kindled against vs. Let sorrow be our songs;
let it be in greater measure At this time, then hath been formerly, Because God's anger is in wonderful measure kindled against us Let sorrow be our songs;
Si mandata domini custodires scriberis cum electis, si autem praterea juis manda• i• domin••s aliquid boni, adieceris honori, hoc eris apnd deum quàm futurus eras. Eus. b. lib. S. hist. eccles. text. lib. de pudictrier impro Gal.
Si Commandments domini custodires scriberis cum electis, si autem praterea juis manda• i• domin••s Aliquid boni, adieceris honori, hoc eris apnd God quàm Future eras. Eus b. lib. S. hist. eccles. text. lib. de pudictrier impro Gal.
In se discat, se inspictat, se discat; fiat se quarat, & se inueuiar, & quod destlicee nacet, quod placet ••tet, & planter. August. de verb. dom. ser. 12.
In se Discat, se inspictat, se Discat; fiat se quarat, & see inueuiar, & quod destlicee nacet, quod placet ••tet, & planter. August. de verb. dom. ser. 12.
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Sicut post vehementesimbres mundus aer ac purus efficitur, ita & post lachrymarū pluvias serenitas mentis sequitur, atque tranquillitas. Chrys. super Matt. Psal. 34.19.
Sicut post vehementesimbres World aer ac purus efficitur, ita & post lachrymarū pluvias serenitas mentis sequitur, atque tranquillitas. Chrys. super Matt. Psalm 34.19.
