Sermons upon the ten first verses of the third chapter of the first Epistle of S. Peter Being the last that were preached by the late faithfull and painfull minister of Gods word, Nicolas Byfield. Wherein method, sense, doctrine, and vse, is, with great varietie of matter, profitably handled; and sundry heads of divinitie largely discussed. Published since the authors death by William Gouge.
Likewise let the Wives be subject to their Husbands, that even they which obey not the word, may without the word be wonne by the conversation of the Wives,
Likewise let the Wives be Subject to their Husbands, that even they which obey not the word, may without the word be won by the Conversation of the Wives,
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FRom the thirteenth verse of the former chapter, to the eight verse of this chapter, the Apostle exhorts to such duties as concern particular Christians:
FRom the thirteenth verse of the former chapter, to the eight verse of this chapter, the Apostle exhorts to such duties as concern particular Christians:
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First, he briefly propounds the substance of her duty, in the first words, Wives be sub•ect. Secondly, hee expounds upon it, by shewing divers particular things she must expresse in her conversation;
First, he briefly propounds the substance of her duty, in the First words, Wives be sub•ect. Secondly, he expounds upon it, by showing diverse particular things she must express in her Conversation;
when they write to the Churches, to give such speciall charge to Husbands and Wives, it shewes, That God doth greatly desire, that they should in a speciall manner, be carefull to leade an orderly and comfortable life together.
when they write to the Churches, to give such special charge to Husbands and Wives, it shows, That God does greatly desire, that they should in a special manner, be careful to lead an orderly and comfortable life together.
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Whatsoever in domesticall matters is sometimes omitted in the Text, yet seldome in any place that treats of family-duties, is the duty of Husbands and Wives left out.
Whatsoever in domestical matters is sometime omitted in the Text, yet seldom in any place that treats of Family duties, is the duty of Husbands and Wives left out.
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and therefore God doth expect, that men and women should walke very carefully in this estate, Genes 2. 2 Because man and wife had so neer an originall and dependance one upon another.
and Therefore God does expect, that men and women should walk very carefully in this estate, Genesis 2. 2 Because man and wife had so near an original and dependence one upon Another.
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it being most unnaturall for a man to hate or disagree with himselfe, Gen. 2. Ephes. 5. and ever the more miraculous the forming of the woman was, the more extraordinary should the affection betweene man and wife be.
it being most unnatural for a man to hate or disagree with himself, Gen. 2. Ephesians 5. and ever the more miraculous the forming of the woman was, the more extraordinary should the affection between man and wife be.
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4 Because they are appointed necessarily to be companions in life, without parting or dissolution: and therefore since they live alwaies together, they should resolve to dispose of themselves so,
4 Because they Are appointed necessarily to be Sodales in life, without parting or dissolution: and Therefore since they live always together, they should resolve to dispose of themselves so,
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7 Note, that the fift Commandement that concernes family-duties and the order should bee in our dwellings, stands between the Commandements of the first Table,
7 Note, that the fift Commandment that concerns Family duties and the order should be in our dwellings, Stands between the commandments of the First Table,
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for any man that was to be a type of Christ, to have exprest the type by false or wicked waies? Even so is it for man and wife, to carry themselves one to another,
for any man that was to be a type of christ, to have expressed the type by false or wicked ways? Even so is it for man and wife, to carry themselves one to Another,
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now if God may not have glory, by the loving and orderly carriage of man and wife one to another, he will winne himselfe glory to his Iustice, in revenging the quarrell of the Covenant which they have broken.
now if God may not have glory, by the loving and orderly carriage of man and wife one to Another, he will win himself glory to his justice, in revenging the quarrel of the Covenant which they have broken.
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and besides, their courses are exemplary, and withall, they thereby lay the ground of their owne honour or dishonour in the hearts of children and servants.
and beside, their courses Are exemplary, and withal, they thereby lay the ground of their own honour or dishonour in the hearts of children and Servants.
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and contrariwise, it was a foule scandall, and caused the Religion to be lesse esteemed, or else hated, when they lived so ungodly and unquietly together.
and contrariwise, it was a foul scandal, and caused the Religion to be less esteemed, or Else hated, when they lived so ungodly and unquietly together.
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how can it be otherwise, when they live in the direct breach of Gods commandement, which (as was shewed before) bindes as strongly in this as in another dutie.
how can it be otherwise, when they live in the Direct breach of God's Commandment, which (as was showed before) binds as strongly in this as in Another duty.
they are carnall, and so their Natures being not regenerate, are full of all evill fruits. Two carnall persons can no more agree together, than two wilde beasts:
they Are carnal, and so their Nature's being not regenerate, Are full of all evil fruits. Two carnal Persons can no more agree together, than two wild beasts:
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and by all meanes take heed of prejudice in hearing, but make conscience to heare this part of the word of God as the word of God, as well as any other.
and by all means take heed of prejudice in hearing, but make conscience to hear this part of the word of God as the word of God, as well as any other.
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Thinke not this doctrine too base or meane to be heard or studied, nor imagine that it is but the severitie of the Teacher, to tell of so manie things to be done by men and women;
Think not this Doctrine too base or mean to be herd or studied, nor imagine that it is but the severity of the Teacher, to tell of so many things to be done by men and women;
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Doct. 2. Secondly, we may hence in generall note, That the word of God, and the instructions of the ministery of the word, belong to women as well as men:
Doct. 2. Secondly, we may hence in general note, That the word of God, and the instructions of the Ministry of the word, belong to women as well as men:
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First, the image of God by creation, was stamped upon the female as well as the male, Gen. 1.27. 2 The profession of godlinesse, good workes, faith, charitie, and holinesse is required of women aswell as men, 1. Tim. 2.10.15. and therfore all meanes of grace is necessary for them aswell as men.
First, the image of God by creation, was stamped upon the female as well as the male, Gen. 1.27. 2 The profession of godliness, good works, faith, charity, and holiness is required of women aswell as men, 1. Tim. 2.10.15. and Therefore all means of grace is necessary for them aswell as men.
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and the elder women must teach the yonger women, Tit. 2.3. 4 They are commanded expresly to learne the doctrine is publickly taught, 1. Tim. 2.11. 5 The Scripture is full of instances.
and the elder women must teach the younger women, Tit. 2.3. 4 They Are commanded expressly to Learn the Doctrine is publicly taught, 1. Tim. 2.11. 5 The Scripture is full of instances.
but the law of grace was in her lips, Pro. 31.26. King Lemuel was taught prophecies by his mother, Pro. 31.1. and women followed our Saviour, to heare his Sermons:
but the law of grace was in her lips, Pro 31.26. King Lemuel was taught prophecies by his mother, Pro 31.1. and women followed our Saviour, to hear his Sermons:
and to sit at the feet of Christ to heare his word, Luke 11. Our Saviour instructs a woman of Samaria in the great mysteries of conversion and salvation, Iohn 4. At Philippi Pauls hearers at the first were only women, Acts 16.13. and honourable narration is made of many christian women converted, Act. 17.4.12.
and to fit At the feet of christ to hear his word, Lycia 11. Our Saviour instructs a woman of Samaria in the great Mysteres of conversion and salvation, John 4. At Philippi Paul's hearers At the First were only women, Acts 16.13. and honourable narration is made of many christian women converted, Act. 17.4.12.
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and to make him more perfectly to understand the way of God, Acts 18.26. and so wee reade of women that laboured with Paul in the Gospel, Philip. 4.3. 6 If women must suffer for their Religion, it is reason they have all the knowledge and helpes in Religion:
and to make him more perfectly to understand the Way of God, Acts 18.26. and so we read of women that laboured with Paul in the Gospel, Philip. 4.3. 6 If women must suffer for their Religion, it is reason they have all the knowledge and helps in Religion:
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but women are in danger to suffer for Religion, aswell as men, Acts 8.3. & 9.2. & 22.4. 7 Finally, the way to be saved is the same for women aswell as men:
but women Are in danger to suffer for Religion, aswell as men, Acts 8.3. & 9.2. & 22.4. 7 Finally, the Way to be saved is the same for women aswell as men:
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why the Apostle is so large in speaking to wives, as spending so many verses upon them? I answer, it is not simply because wives are more faulty than husbands,
why the Apostle is so large in speaking to wives, as spending so many Verses upon them? I answer, it is not simply Because wives Are more faulty than Husbands,
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sometimes they rest in the generall, That they must obey, and so never study particulars; and therefore had neede to have it beaten out in particulars for them.
sometime they rest in the general, That they must obey, and so never study particulars; and Therefore had need to have it beaten out in particulars for them.
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5 Because many times their provocations from absurd husbands are so great, as if God did not speake very much to them, they could never indure it with subiection.
5 Because many times their provocations from absurd Husbands Are so great, as if God did not speak very much to them, they could never endure it with subjection.
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Likewise. ] This terme leades us to the duty of servants, intreated of before, or else to the worke of conversion to Christ, mentioned in the last verses of the former chapter.
Likewise. ] This term leads us to the duty of Servants, entreated of before, or Else to the work of conversion to christ, mentioned in the last Verses of the former chapter.
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then the Apostle would thereby tell wives, That God is no respecter of persons. He that requires servants should obey them, requires also that wives should obey their husbands,
then the Apostle would thereby tell wives, That God is no respecter of Persons. He that requires Servants should obey them, requires also that wives should obey their Husbands,
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A Queen hath no more priviledge, than the poorest Cottagers wife, Hester 1. Psal. 45.10. Tit. 2.5. and so contrariwise, poore mens wives must reverence and obey their husbands, aswell as those that are more curiously brought up:
A Queen hath no more privilege, than the Poorest Cottagers wife, Esther 1. Psalm 45.10. Tit. 2.5. and so contrariwise, poor men's wives must Reverence and obey their Husbands, aswell as those that Are more curiously brought up:
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Be subiect. ] Concerning the subiection of the wives, many things may be considered. 1 The proofes, that it is indispensably required, Gen. 3. 19. Eph. 5.24. Col. 3.18. Tit. 3.5. 2 The reasons why they must bee subiect:
Be Subject. ] Concerning the subjection of the wives, many things may be considered. 1 The proofs, that it is indispensably required, Gen. 3. 19. Ephesians 5.24. Col. 3.18. Tit. 3.5. 2 The Reasons why they must be Subject:
4 Because her husband is her head, and the body is governed by the head, 1. Cor. 11.3. 5 Because the man was not of the woman, but the woman of the man, 1. Con. 11.8.
4 Because her husband is her head, and the body is governed by the head, 1. Cor. 11.3. 5 Because the man was not of the woman, but the woman of the man, 1. Con. 11.8.
neyther was the man created for the woman, but the woman for the man, vers. 9. 6 Because the Angels of Heaven doe look for this in all wives, 1. Cor. 11.10. 7 Because it is comely, Colos. 3.18. A wife never carries her selfe with better grace, reputation or honour, than when she shewes most obedience and subiection to her husband.
neither was the man created for the woman, but the woman for the man, vers. 9. 6 Because the Angels of Heaven do look for this in all wives, 1. Cor. 11.10. 7 Because it is comely, Colos 3.18. A wife never carries her self with better grace, reputation or honour, than when she shows most Obedience and subjection to her husband.
doe we not see (I say) that such creatures are hatefull to God and man? doe not all sorts of people detest them in their discourse? The wife is the image and glory of the man, 1. Cor. 11. is it not an ill favoured sight to see a scurvie picture, that resembles the substance after a vile fashion? As man by obedience is Gods image,
do we not see (I say) that such creatures Are hateful to God and man? do not all sorts of people detest them in their discourse? The wife is the image and glory of the man, 1. Cor. 11. is it not an ill favoured sighed to see a scurvy picture, that resembles the substance After a vile fashion? As man by Obedience is God's image,
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first, because this of all other things is most essentially requisite, as that which characteristically differenceth the duty of the wife: She must love her husband;
First, Because this of all other things is most essentially requisite, as that which characteristically differenceth the duty of the wife: She must love her husband;
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about her labour, dyet, apparell, companie, or the like: striving in all things to please her husband, 1. Cor. 7.34. Eph. 5.23. and this subiection extends also to that due benevolence the Apostle requires, 1. Cor. 7.3.4.5.
about her labour, diet, apparel, company, or the like: striving in all things to please her husband, 1. Cor. 7.34. Ephesians 5.23. and this subjection extends also to that due benevolence the Apostle requires, 1. Cor. 7.3.4.5.
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as the husband may not be displeased or disquieted. A wise woman is said to build her house, Prov. 14.2. which notes, that she studies in every business how to set every thing in order;
as the husband may not be displeased or disquieted. A wise woman is said to built her house, Curae 14.2. which notes, that she studies in every business how to Set every thing in order;
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what a world of unquietnesse and inconveniences might bee prevented, if care and study did enter into their hearts? Secondly, they must be subiect with honor to their husbands:
what a world of unquietness and inconveniences might be prevented, if care and study did enter into their hearts? Secondly, they must be Subject with honour to their Husbands:
Wives must bee subiect, but it must bee in the Lord, Colos. 3.15. The unbeleeving husband must not compell the beleeving wife, to change her religion, or to neglect the meanes of her salvation:
Wives must be Subject, but it must be in the Lord, Colos 3.15. The unbelieving husband must not compel the believing wife, to change her Religion, or to neglect the means of her salvation:
Againe, her subiection doth not binde her to consent to, or conceale his whoredomes, wherein he breakes the Covenant betwixt them, and defiles the marriage bedde:
Again, her subjection does not bind her to consent to, or conceal his whoredoms, wherein he breaks the Covenant betwixt them, and defiles the marriage Bed:
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Impatience, and frowardnesse, passion, brawling, chiding, crying, &c. Idlenesse, and slothfulnesse, especially, when they disappoint usually the trust or desires of the husbands, in things wherein they might and ought to bee helpefull in their labours,
Impatience, and frowardness, passion, brawling, chiding, crying, etc. Idleness, and slothfulness, especially, when they disappoint usually the trust or Desires of the Husbands, in things wherein they might and ought to be helpful in their labours,
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Wastefulnesse, either by improvidence, or vaine expences, Prov. 14.1. especially, when they are so impudently monstrous, as to professe, they will not bee ruled by their husbands, but will be masters.
Wastefulness, either by improvidence, or vain expenses, Curae 14.1. especially, when they Are so impudently monstrous, as to profess, they will not be ruled by their Husbands, but will be Masters.
and she must be subiect to her owne husband, to be directed and ordered by him, not by the husband of another woman. Thus of the proposition. the explication of it followes:
and she must be Subject to her own husband, to be directed and ordered by him, not by the husband of Another woman. Thus of the proposition. the explication of it follows:
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first, an obedient carefull wife, may winne her husband to be a good husband, that was before a froward, unruly, unkinde, violent, or injurious husband.
First, an obedient careful wife, may win her husband to be a good husband, that was before a froward, unruly, unkind, violent, or injurious husband.
as, some have beene wonne to beleeve, for the miracles they saw, and yet Christ did not trust many of them, Iohn 2. Some have been wonne by private admonition;
as, Some have been won to believe, for the Miracles they saw, and yet christ did not trust many of them, John 2. some have been won by private admonition;
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and if thy sinnes be a sensible loade and burthen unto thee, of which thou art weary, Mat. 5.3. & 11.29. 1. Cor. 3.18. and thy pride and conceitednesse be subdued.
and if thy Sins be a sensible load and burden unto thee, of which thou art weary, Mathew 5.3. & 11.29. 1. Cor. 3.18. and thy pride and conceitedness be subdued.
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and canst deny the carnall counsell of carnall kindred, Mat. 10. and canst hold on this course, notwithstanding the reproaches will bee cast upon thee,
and Canst deny the carnal counsel of carnal kindred, Mathew 10. and Canst hold on this course, notwithstanding the Reproaches will be cast upon thee,
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and others, Esa. 8. & 59.15. 1. Pet. 4.5. and dost finde that thy taste in earthly things is marred, so as thou dost not finde that favour in them thou wast wont to doe, Rom. 8.5. 3 If nothing can heale thee of those remorses thou feelest, but the Word and Ordinances of God, Hosea 6.1.2.
and Others, Isaiah 8. & 59.15. 1. Pet. 4.5. and dost find that thy taste in earthly things is marred, so as thou dost not find that favour in them thou wast wont to do, Rom. 8.5. 3 If nothing can heal thee of those remorses thou Feel, but the Word and Ordinances of God, Hosea 6.1.2.
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1 By thy desire to be godly and religious, more than to seem so, Rom. 2.26. 2 By thy desire to be ridde of all sinne, and to be turned from all thy transgressions, Ezech. 18.30. setting thy selfe against thine owne iniquity, 2. Sam. 22.24.
1 By thy desire to be godly and religious, more than to seem so, Rom. 2.26. 2 By thy desire to be rid of all sin, and to be turned from all thy transgressions, Ezekiel 18.30. setting thy self against thine own iniquity, 2. Sam. 22.24.
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aswell when thou art absent farre, as when thou art present with such as are religious, Phil. 2.12. doing righteousnesse at all times, Psal. 106.2. 6 If thou love the house of God, above all the places in the world;
aswell when thou art absent Far, as when thou art present with such as Are religious, Philip 2.12. doing righteousness At all times, Psalm 106.2. 6 If thou love the house of God, above all the places in the world;
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as thy stomacke is after thy bodily foode, Psal. 26.8. &. 84. Iob 23.12. Psal. 119.20. 7 If thou honour them that feare the Lord, and are religious, above all the people in the world;
as thy stomach is After thy bodily food, Psalm 26.8. &. 84. Job 23.12. Psalm 119.20. 7 If thou honour them that Fear the Lord, and Are religious, above all the people in the world;
and understand spirituall doctrine, that before was harsh and foolishnesse to thee, 1. Cor. 2.14. 2. Cor. 3.15.16.18. Esa. 51.6. 9 If thou finde that thou canst not sinne. Marke it;
and understand spiritual Doctrine, that before was harsh and foolishness to thee, 1. Cor. 2.14. 2. Cor. 3.15.16.18. Isaiah 51.6. 9 If thou find that thou Canst not sin. Mark it;
or commit it with his full consent, or with his whole heart, as hee was wont to doe, 1. Iohn. 3.9. the power of sinning is marred and dissolved in him.
or commit it with his full consent, or with his Whole heart, as he was wont to do, 1. John. 3.9. the power of sinning is marred and dissolved in him.
aske the way to Heaven, and seeke resolution in things of so high importance, as your Vocation, Iustification, Sanctification, and Salvation are, Ier. 50.4. 2 Looke to it, what teachers, and what doctrine you heare:
ask the Way to Heaven, and seek resolution in things of so high importance, as your Vocation, Justification, Sanctification, and Salvation Are, Jeremiah 50.4. 2 Look to it, what Teachers, and what Doctrine you hear:
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rest not upon common hopes, or probabilities, or the good opinion others have of you, but lay a sure foundation for your owne faith and hope, Ier. 31.20. 4 Come constantly to the light, that it may be manifest, that your workes are wrought in God;
rest not upon Common hope's, or probabilities, or the good opinion Others have of you, but lay a sure Foundation for your own faith and hope, Jeremiah 31.20. 4 Come constantly to the Light, that it may be manifest, that your works Are wrought in God;
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and let the Word of God be the light to your feete, and lanthorne to your pathes, Iohn 21.22. Psal. 50. & Gal. 6.16. What remaines uow, but that I should beseech you, to turne unto God withall your hearts? Give your selves to God, he will keep that which you commit to him, till the day of Christ.
and let the Word of God be the Light to your feet, and lanthorn to your paths, John 21.22. Psalm 50. & Gal. 6.16. What remains Voelli, but that I should beseech you, to turn unto God withal your hearts? Give your selves to God, he will keep that which you commit to him, till the day of christ.
If by those Husbands, be meant unbeleeving Gentiles, a question may be asked (viz.) how the Gentiles are said to disobey the Word of Cod, seeing it was never given unto them? For answer, we must understand, that at this time the Word was brought among the Gentiles by the Apostles,
If by those Husbands, be meant unbelieving Gentiles, a question may be asked (viz.) how the Gentiles Are said to disobey the Word of Cod, seeing it was never given unto them? For answer, we must understand, that At this time the Word was brought among the Gentiles by the Apostles,
To leave Popery, and turne Protestant, is not in it selfe sufficient, unlesse a man turne from the profanenesse that is in the multitude in true Churches, to embrace the sincere profession of the Gospel.
To leave Popery, and turn Protestant, is not in it self sufficient, unless a man turn from the profaneness that is in the multitude in true Churches, to embrace the sincere profession of the Gospel.
They that deny that God hath any wordes, either deny that God is, as Psal. 14.1. or else, conceive him to bee like stuckes, or stones, or beasts, as Rom. 1.23.
They that deny that God hath any words, either deny that God is, as Psalm 14.1. or Else, conceive him to be like stuckes, or stones, or beasts, as Rom. 1.23.
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It was given of God to that end, to instruct, reprove, and direct men in all their waies, 2 Tim. 3.16.17. It is the Canon or rule of men• actions, Gal. 6.16. It is the light and lanthorne God hath given to men: it hath divine authority.
It was given of God to that end, to instruct, reprove, and Direct men in all their ways, 2 Tim. 3.16.17. It is the Canon or Rule of men• actions, Gal. 6.16. It is the Light and lanthorn God hath given to men: it hath divine Authority.
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as their owne reason, the customes of the world, the suggestions of the devill, and the likes and because too, the Word is contrary to their carnall desires ••nd therefore they yeeld themselves to be guided by such rules,
as their own reason, the customs of the world, the suggestions of the Devil, and the likes and Because too, the Word is contrary to their carnal Desires ••nd Therefore they yield themselves to be guided by such rules,
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for God's Word will take hold of them, and destroy them, and it will judge them at the last day, Zacha. 1.4.5. 2. Thes. 1.8. They are but lost men, cast-awaies, that care not for God's Word.
for God's Word will take hold of them, and destroy them, and it will judge them At the last day, Zacchaeus 1.4.5. 2. Thebes 1.8. They Are but lost men, castaways, that care not for God's Word.
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8 The constant omission of religious duties and good workes, proves a man to be a carnall person, aswell as the committing of manifest injuries, or grosse offences.
8 The constant omission of religious duties and good works, Proves a man to be a carnal person, aswell as the committing of manifest injuries, or gross offences.
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It is true, that disobedience, clothed with some circumstances or adjuncts, is very dangerous: as, when men have the meanes, and love darknesse rather than light, Iohn. 3.20.
It is true, that disobedience, clothed with Some Circumstances or adjuncts, is very dangerous: as, when men have the means, and love darkness rather than Light, John. 3.20.
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and see their sinnes, and feele the axe of God's Word, and yet will on in transgression, Deut. 11.28. Mat. 3.10. or when men are called at the third, or sixth, or ninth howre, and will put off and delay, upon pretence of repenting at the eleventh how•e.
and see their Sins, and feel the axe of God's Word, and yet will on in Transgression, Deuteronomy 11.28. Mathew 3.10. or when men Are called At the third, or sixth, or ninth hour, and will put off and Delay, upon pretence of repenting At the eleventh how•e.
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Mat. 20. or when men are powerfully convinced, and will raile and blaspheme, and contradict the Word, Acts 13.45.46. & 18. 6. and when God pursues men with his judgements, and they refuse to returne, Ier. 5.2.3. or lastly, when men despight the spirit of God, and sinne of malice against the truth, Heb. 10.26.27.28.29.30. 10 The chiefe doctrine is, That sound obedience to the Word of God, is the character of a true Christian;
Mathew 20. or when men Are powerfully convinced, and will rail and Blaspheme, and contradict the Word, Acts 13.45.46. & 18. 6. and when God pursues men with his Judgments, and they refuse to return, Jeremiah 5.2.3. or lastly, when men despite the Spirit of God, and sin of malice against the truth, Hebrew 10.26.27.28.29.30. 10 The chief Doctrine is, That found Obedience to the Word of God, is the character of a true Christian;
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God makes his count by righteousnesse, Rom. 10. To professe the true religion, to understand the Word, to beleeve it with historicall or temporall faith, to talke of the Word, to receive Baptisme,
God makes his count by righteousness, Rom. 10. To profess the true Religion, to understand the Word, to believe it with historical or temporal faith, to talk of the Word, to receive Baptism,
and not from carnall and corrupt ends, Deut. 30.20. Ioshua 22.5. Mat. 4.19. 3 That his obedience be in all things, with respect to all God's commandements;
and not from carnal and corrupt ends, Deuteronomy 30.20. Ioshua 22.5. Mathew 4.19. 3 That his Obedience be in all things, with respect to all God's Commandments;
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though it be against his profit, ease, credit, or the like, Hebr. 11.8. Genes. 22.12. Psal. 119.6. Exod. 15.26. 4 That he doth righteousnesse at all times:
though it be against his profit, ease, credit, or the like, Hebrew 11.8. Genesis. 22.12. Psalm 119.6. Exod 15.26. 4 That he does righteousness At all times:
that he continue in his obedience, and obey at all times, that is, constantly, and not for a fit, Psal. 106.2. Hos. 6.5. Gal. 5.7. 2. Kings 18.6. Iam. 1.23.
that he continue in his Obedience, and obey At all times, that is, constantly, and not for a fit, Psalm 106.2. Hos. 6.5. Gal. 5.7. 2. Kings 18.6. Iam. 1.23.
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that practiseth obedience of faith, and lives by faith, 2. Thes. 1.8. Rom. 1.5. Mat. 16.16. 11 It is to bee noted, that the Apostle useth f•ire language, when hee speaketh even of carnall men.
that Practiseth Obedience of faith, and lives by faith, 2. Thebes 1.8. Rom. 1.5. Mathew 16.16. 11 It is to be noted, that the Apostle uses f•ire language, when he speaks even of carnal men.
but an evill husband she cannot, nor ought not to depart from him, though she must avoide his sinne, 1. Cor. 7. and from such a husband, she cannot have the helpes shee should have from a husband, that could dwell with her as a man of knowledge.
but an evil husband she cannot, nor ought not to depart from him, though she must avoid his sin, 1. Cor. 7. and from such a husband, she cannot have the helps she should have from a husband, that could dwell with her as a man of knowledge.
Sometimes it falls out, by a speciall and unavoideable providence of God; though all meanes have been used, to try or prevent this evill in the husband:
Sometime it falls out, by a special and unavoideable providence of God; though all means have been used, to try or prevent this evil in the husband:
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for, marriage being to bee reckoned amongst outward things, God, for reasons knowen to himselfe, and alwaies just, will give ill husbands to good wives.
for, marriage being to be reckoned among outward things, God, for Reasons known to himself, and always just, will give ill Husbands to good wives.
About the spirituall winning, we read of the winning of Christ, Phil. 3.8. which is the worke of a particular beleever, labouring and wrestling with God, in the use of his ordinances;
About the spiritual winning, we read of the winning of christ, Philip 3.8. which is the work of a particular believer, labouring and wrestling with God, in the use of his ordinances;
and that is done, either by the Preachers of the Gospel, conquering the hearts of their hearers, to the obedience of the VVord of Christ, and unto sound conversion;
and that is done, either by the Preachers of the Gospel, conquering the hearts of their hearers, to the Obedience of the Word of christ, and unto found conversion;
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Paul is faine to deny his maintenance, and to become all things to all men; even to be a servant unto all, that hee might winne some, 1. Cor. 9.19.20.21.22.
Paul is feign to deny his maintenance, and to become all things to all men; even to be a servant unto all, that he might win Some, 1. Cor. 9.19.20.21.22.
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and withall, to yeeld himselfe with humilitie of minde, to bee disposed of by the supreme Conquerours and withall, that he giveth over all opposing of the way of godliness.
and withal, to yield himself with humility of mind, to be disposed of by the supreme Conquerors and withal, that he gives over all opposing of the Way of godliness.
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for such as oppose sincerity, or see not they are lost, or yeeld not themselves to be disposed of by Iesus Christ, are not indeed wonne, whatsoever they professe.
for such as oppose sincerity, or see not they Are lost, or yield not themselves to be disposed of by Iesus christ, Are not indeed won, whatsoever they profess.
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For the third, in that hee saith indefinitely, Wonne, not mentioning to what, it imports, That such as are wonne to true godlinesse, are likewise wonne to all happinesse;
For the third, in that he Says indefinitely, Won, not mentioning to what, it imports, That such as Are won to true godliness, Are likewise won to all happiness;
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though thousands were converted among the Gentiles, yet still there was hope of winning more. In the spirituall husbandry, all times are not times of harvest;
though thousands were converted among the Gentiles, yet still there was hope of winning more. In the spiritual Husbandry, all times Are not times of harvest;
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The Iewes were first to be gotten in, and then the Gentiles were ripe for the harvest, Iohn 4. and when the fulnesse of the Gentiles is come in, by that time the Iewes will be ripe againe.
The Iewes were First to be got in, and then the Gentiles were ripe for the harvest, John 4. and when the fullness of the Gentiles is come in, by that time the Iewes will be ripe again.
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as, diligence, compassion, charity, a winning conversation, meeknesse, prayer, exhortation, and the like. And besides, the outward peace of the Church is thereby preserved:
as, diligence, compassion, charity, a winning Conversation, meekness, prayer, exhortation, and the like. And beside, the outward peace of the Church is thereby preserved:
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and therefore Ministers should continue painefull in their labours, as remembring that they are set to worke for the edification of the Church, till Christ come againe, Eph. 4 12. And though the most of their present hearers have refused the Word of God,
and Therefore Ministers should continue painful in their labours, as remembering that they Are Set to work for the edification of the Church, till christ come again, Ephesians 4 12. And though the most of their present hearers have refused the Word of God,
And it must needs be so: for God will not cast off the people whom he hath chosen, Psal. 94.14. Rom. 11. And besides, Christ lives in the hearts of those that are truly sanctified, Gal. 2.20. and Christ can dye no more, Rom. 6.10. He may aswell dye at the right hand of his Father, as dye in the heart of a Christian.
And it must needs be so: for God will not cast off the people whom he hath chosen, Psalm 94.14. Rom. 11. And beside, christ lives in the hearts of those that Are truly sanctified, Gal. 2.20. and christ can die no more, Rom. 6.10. He may aswell die At the right hand of his Father, as die in the heart of a Christian.
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Not one of them, saith the Prophet, shalbe lacking, Ier. 23.4. and God hath charged Christ, to see to the keeping of the bodies and soules of every true beleever, Iohn 6.39.40. Object. It is true, God will never depart from us:
Not one of them, Says the Prophet, shall lacking, Jeremiah 23.4. and God hath charged christ, to see to the keeping of the bodies and Souls of every true believer, John 6.39.40. Object. It is true, God will never depart from us:
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Sol. The smoaking flaxe shall not be quenched, nor the bruised reede broken, Esa. 42. Object. But we are in such coutinuall danger, by reason of temptations within, and infections of all sorts from without.
Sol. The smoking flax shall not be quenched, nor the Bruised reed broken, Isaiah 42. Object. But we Are in such coutinuall danger, by reason of temptations within, and infections of all sorts from without.
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and Christ hath made intercession to his Father for that very thing, that you may bee kept from those evills, Iohn 17. and God hath put his Spirit within you of purpose, to make you keep his statutes,
and christ hath made Intercession to his Father for that very thing, that you may be kept from those evils, John 17. and God hath put his Spirit within you of purpose, to make you keep his statutes,
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for their glory may be much lessened by their falls, but it doth not therfore follow, that they may fall finally away from God; for they will recover again.
for their glory may be much lessened by their falls, but it does not Therefore follow, that they may fallen finally away from God; for they will recover again.
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Without the Word. ] God hath divers meanes to further the salvation of men, and he is pleased sometimes to worke by one meanes, and sometimes by another;
Without the Word. ] God hath diverse means to further the salvation of men, and he is pleased sometime to work by one means, and sometime by Another;
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sometimes by the Word preached, sometimes by the Word read, sometimes by Praier, sometimes by the Sacraments, sometimes by the example of his Servants.
sometime by the Word preached, sometime by the Word read, sometime by Prayer, sometime by the Sacraments, sometime by the Exampl of his Servants.
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And therefore they deale very corruptly and perversely, that under pretence of commending one ordinance of God, labour to abase the respect of another;
And Therefore they deal very corruptly and perversely, that under pretence of commending one Ordinance of God, labour to abase the respect of Another;
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] Great heed ought to be taken by such as professe Religion, in looking carefully to their conversation, especially towards such as are without, Col. 4.5. Ephes. 5.15. 1. Pet. 2.12. It is not enough to doe good dueties, but we must doe them as becommeth godlines, Tit. 2. and so as may allure and winne the verie ungodly:
] Great heed ought to be taken by such as profess Religion, in looking carefully to their Conversation, especially towards such as Are without, Col. 4.5. Ephesians 5.15. 1. Pet. 2.12. It is not enough to do good duties, but we must do them as becomes godliness, Tit. 2. and so as may allure and win the very ungodly:
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and therefore they doe fearefully, that professe Religion amongst wicked men, and by their workes order themselves so foolishly, deceitfully, conceitedly, wickedly, that they cause the name of God to be blasphemed.
and Therefore they do fearfully, that profess Religion among wicked men, and by their works order themselves so foolishly, deceitfully, conceitedly, wickedly, that they cause the name of God to be blasphemed.
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but in meekenesse of wisedome have our conversations amongst men, Iam. 3.13. and further, wee must take heed of judging and censuring of others, even of those that be without, Iam. 3.17. 2 Mortification doth shine effectually into the consciences of wicked men:
but in meekness of Wisdom have our conversations among men, Iam. 3.13. and further, we must take heed of judging and censuring of Others, even of those that be without, Iam. 3.17. 2 Mortification does shine effectually into the Consciences of wicked men:
and doe not allow our selves in any sinne, Isa. 61.3. 3 A sound contempt of this world, and the things thereof, doth much affect the verie natural consciences of men;
and do not allow our selves in any sin, Isaiah 61.3. 3 A found contempt of this world, and the things thereof, does much affect the very natural Consciences of men;
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4 Meekenesse and softnesse of nature, exprest in our behaviour, is verie amiable; as the coherence in this Text shewes, and Tit. 3.1.2. 5 Mercie to the poore, especially if we doe abound in it, and be ready and cheerefull to it;
4 Meekness and softness of nature, expressed in our behaviour, is very amiable; as the coherence in this Text shows, and Tit. 3.1.2. 5 Mercy to the poor, especially if we do abound in it, and be ready and cheerful to it;
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women aswell as men, inferiours as well as superiours, servants aswell as Masters, children aswell as parents, Tit. 2.3.9.10. Luke 1. and the reason is, because the true grace that is expressed by any Christian, hath the likenesse of God printed upon it;
women aswell as men, inferiors as well as superiors, Servants aswell as Masters, children aswell as Parents, Tit. 2.3.9.10. Lycia 1. and the reason is, Because the true grace that is expressed by any Christian, hath the likeness of God printed upon it;
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It concernes women very much, to remember this point of the Apostle, to seek the reformation of their husbands, by their conversation, not by their words.
It concerns women very much, to Remember this point of the Apostle, to seek the Reformation of their Husbands, by their Conversation, not by their words.
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Object. But Abraham was willed to heare his wife, Gen. 16. Sol. What then? hath every wife such an husband, as will heare her, as Abraham did his wife? Besides;
Object. But Abraham was willed to hear his wife, Gen. 16. Sol. What then? hath every wife such an husband, as will hear her, as Abraham did his wife? Beside;
Sol. She must not speake to him, no not of religion, 1. when in the matter she would speak of, she is not furnished to speak as becomes the oracles of God;
Sol. She must not speak to him, no not of Religion, 1. when in the matter she would speak of, she is not furnished to speak as becomes the oracles of God;
In generall, she must strive to bee to him (even for conscience sake, that he may see it comes from the force of religion in her) a good wife, discreet, provident, carefull to please, meeke, such a one,
In general, she must strive to be to him (even for conscience sake, that he may see it comes from the force of Religion in her) a good wife, discreet, provident, careful to please, meek, such a one,
Secondly, she must look to her conversation in things of her religion; that therin she behaveth her self as becommeth religion, Tit. 2.3. and so she must take heede of conceitednesse and contempt of others, or neglect of her calling, upon pretence of dueties of her religion;
Secondly, she must look to her Conversation in things of her Religion; that therein she behaveth her self as becomes Religion, Tit. 2.3. and so she must take heed of conceitedness and contempt of Others, or neglect of her calling, upon pretence of duties of her Religion;
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and expresseth what the wives ought to doe, (viz.) in conversation to shew chastitie, coupled with fear ▪ First then, we are to consider of that which is implied, (viz.) what the husband will doe:
and Expresses what the wives ought to do, (viz.) in Conversation to show chastity, coupled with Fear ▪ First then, we Are to Consider of that which is implied, (viz.) what the husband will do:
and so it notes, That carnall men (such as these husbands were) doe watch and marke the conversations of such as be religious, to observe all they can in them that professe true religion.
and so it notes, That carnal men (such as these Husbands were) do watch and mark the conversations of such as be religious, to observe all they can in them that profess true Religion.
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Thus they watched David, and Christ, and Daniel, and so doe they all the godly: and thus they imploy themselves in spying and marking the waies of the godly;
Thus they watched David, and christ, and daniel, and so do they all the godly: and thus they employ themselves in spying and marking the ways of the godly;
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and sometimes they doe thus, as compelled by the force of their naturall conscience, which gives glory to the graces of God, in the conversation of true Christians,
and sometime they do thus, as compelled by the force of their natural conscience, which gives glory to the graces of God, in the Conversation of true Christians,
And therefore, as the Apostle Paul had taught the justification of a sinner before God, so the Apostle Iames ▪ urgeth the justification of the godly man before men:
And Therefore, as the Apostle Paul had taught the justification of a sinner before God, so the Apostle James ▪ urges the justification of the godly man before men:
which this Apostle imports in this place, when he requires such a conversation, as may compell carnall men to say, they are justmen. So our Saviour, Mat. 5.16.
which this Apostle imports in this place, when he requires such a Conversation, as may compel carnal men to say, they Are justmen. So our Saviour, Mathew 5.16.
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And besides, they thence gather, that they are not hypocrites, but are religious indeed: whence they see, what power their religion hath over them in all their waies.
And beside, they thence gather, that they Are not Hypocrites, but Are religious indeed: whence they see, what power their Religion hath over them in all their ways.
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And further, the scandall of reproches, cast upon the godly, is often, by the observation of their conversation, utterly removed in the hearts of such carnall men,
And further, the scandal of Reproaches, cast upon the godly, is often, by the observation of their Conversation, utterly removed in the hearts of such carnal men,
yea, to bee examples in purity, 1. Tim. 4.2. It is the chiefe fruit of the wisedome is from above, Iames 3.17. A pure heart required, 1. Tim. 1.5. and a pure conscience, 1. Tim. 3.9. and pure hands, 1. Tim. 2.8.
yea, to be Examples in purity, 1. Tim. 4.2. It is the chief fruit of the Wisdom is from above, James 3.17. A pure heart required, 1. Tim. 1.5. and a pure conscience, 1. Tim. 3.9. and pure hands, 1. Tim. 2.8.
Answ. No, there is no man that sinneth not. In many things wee sinne all, Iames 3.2. Who can say, I have made my heart cleane, and am pure from my sinne? Pro. 20.9. And if anie man say, hee hath no sinne, hee is a lyar, and the truth is not in him, 1. Iohn 1.10.
Answer No, there is no man that Sinneth not. In many things we sin all, James 3.2. Who can say, I have made my heart clean, and am pure from my sin? Pro 20.9. And if any man say, he hath no sin, he is a liar, and the truth is not in him, 1. John 1.10.
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meaning, in that point of false or treacherous dealing against Saul, which was charged upon him, Psal. 3.4.5. & 18.15. 2 In respect of imputation, every beleever is perfectly pure:
meaning, in that point of false or treacherous dealing against Saul, which was charged upon him, Psalm 3.4.5. & 18.15. 2 In respect of imputation, every believer is perfectly pure:
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All his sinnes are as if they had never beene, and Christs righteousnesse is his; and in that righteousnesse of faith, he is perfectly pure before God himselfe, Rev. 19.8.14. 3 In respect of men, he may be pure, in conversation, though not in respect of God;
All his Sins Are as if they had never been, and Christ righteousness is his; and in that righteousness of faith, he is perfectly pure before God himself, Rev. 19.8.14. 3 In respect of men, he may be pure, in Conversation, though not in respect of God;
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And this ought to be found in the conversation of every Christian, to live without offence and without rebuke, Phil. 2.15.16. 4 There is a pure conversation, in respect of God:
And this ought to be found in the Conversation of every Christian, to live without offence and without rebuke, Philip 2.15.16. 4 There is a pure Conversation, in respect of God:
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'tis Christian perfection, to judge our selves for our imperfections, 1. Iohn 3.3. 4 Freedome from the grosse impurities, and vices, and vanities of the time:
it's Christian perfection, to judge our selves for our imperfections, 1. John 3.3. 4 Freedom from the gross Impurities, and vices, and vanities of the time:
and when wee are not infected with the corruptions which are usually in the world, 1. Tim. 5.22. 2. Pet. 1.4. 5 Freedome from the raigne of hypocrisie in the heart, and from hypocriticall courses in the life.
and when we Are not infected with the corruptions which Are usually in the world, 1. Tim. 5.22. 2. Pet. 1.4. 5 Freedom from the Reign of hypocrisy in the heart, and from hypocritical courses in the life.
when a man sheweth respect to all Gods commandements, and makes conscience to avoide lesser sins, aswell as greater, Eph 5.15. Mat. 5.19. 7 Devoutnesse and zeale in matters of religion, and Gods worship and glory;
when a man shows respect to all God's Commandments, and makes conscience to avoid lesser Sins, aswell as greater, Ephesians 5.15. Mathew 5.19. 7 Devoutness and zeal in matters of Religion, and God's worship and glory;
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and so, a pure conversation is a religious conversation, that expresseth zeale and conscience in the things of Gods service in a speciall manner, seeking Gods kingdome first,
and so, a pure Conversation is a religious Conversation, that Expresses zeal and conscience in the things of God's service in a special manner, seeking God's Kingdom First,
and above all other things, 2. Tim. 2.22. Tit. 2.14. 8 Chastity, in keeping the heart and life cleane from the impurities condemned in the seventh commandement, is one great part of Christian purity.
and above all other things, 2. Tim. 2.22. Tit. 2.14. 8 Chastity, in keeping the heart and life clean from the Impurities condemned in the seventh Commandment, is one great part of Christian purity.
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If these be applied to these times, it shewes, first, how wicked and prophane those sorts of people are, who reproach godly men for the care and practise of these things;
If these be applied to these times, it shows, First, how wicked and profane those sorts of people Are, who reproach godly men for the care and practice of these things;
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and doth forbid unchast thoughts and desires, aswell as unchast words or deeds. For unchast thoughts and desires are, first, foolish and noi•ome, 1. Tim. 6.9. secondly, they hinder the power of religion, and true knowledge, and grace, 2. Tim. 3.4. thirdly, they fight against the soule, 1. Pet. 2.11. A man were as good have his body wounded with weapons, as his soule wounded with lusts:
and does forbid unchaste thoughts and Desires, aswell as unchaste words or Deeds. For unchaste thoughts and Desires Are, First, foolish and noi•ome, 1. Tim. 6.9. secondly, they hinder the power of Religion, and true knowledge, and grace, 2. Tim. 3.4. Thirdly, they fight against the soul, 1. Pet. 2.11. A man were as good have his body wounded with weapons, as his soul wounded with Lustiest:
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fourthly, they cause many times, many and monstrous sinnes in the life; which arise at first from the nourishing of fowle desires and thoughts in the heart.
fourthly, they cause many times, many and monstrous Sins in the life; which arise At First from the nourishing of fowl Desires and thoughts in the heart.
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Of this third sort, are all chast persons, who by a godly care & watchfulness, keep themselves from the sinnes of filthinesse, aswell as naturall Eunuches doe, Mat. 19.12.
Of this third sort, Are all chaste Persons, who by a godly care & watchfulness, keep themselves from the Sins of filthiness, aswell as natural Eunuchs do, Mathew 19.12.
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Now this vertue of chastity, is of purpose imposed upon godly Christians by the Apostle, because the sinnes of fornication were so rise and common among the Gentiles;
Now this virtue of chastity, is of purpose imposed upon godly Christians by the Apostle, Because the Sins of fornication were so rise and Common among the Gentiles;
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Doct. 1. A godly Christian must shew the proofe of his religion, especially in keeping himselfe free from the sinnes that are most common and rise in the world;
Doct. 1. A godly Christian must show the proof of his Religion, especially in keeping himself free from the Sins that Are most Common and rise in the world;
God himself hath freed the comming together of man & wife ▪ from the aspersion of impurity, in that hee hath said, that marriage is honourable, and the bed undefiled.
God himself hath freed the coming together of man & wife ▪ from the aspersion of impurity, in that he hath said, that marriage is honourable, and the Bed undefiled.
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And withall, wee may hence see reason to condemne their doctrine, as a doctrine of devills, that forbid marriage as an impure thing, and such as hinders holiness:
And withal, we may hence see reason to condemn their Doctrine, as a Doctrine of Devils, that forbid marriage as an impure thing, and such as hinders holiness:
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and the blemish will never bee wiped away from some of the Ancients, who, to establish their owne Idol of I know not what virginity, have written most wickedly, and most basely against marriage.
and the blemish will never be wiped away from Some of the Ancients, who, to establish their own Idol of I know not what virginity, have written most wickedly, and most basely against marriage.
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Secondly, the promises of God, all of them should allure men to perfect their holinesse, and to avoide all filthinesse, both of flesh and spirit, 2. Cor. 7.1.
Secondly, the promises of God, all of them should allure men to perfect their holiness, and to avoid all filthiness, both of Flesh and Spirit, 2. Cor. 7.1.
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This is an hainous crime, an iniquity to bee punished by the Iudges, Iob 31.11. These lusts are lusts of the Gentiles, 1. Pet. 4.3. A sinne not so much as to be named amongst Christians, Eph. 5.3. A sinne that utterly corrupts naturall honesty, Pro. 6.27.29. It is a sinne, not only against the soule, but against the bodie of a man:
This is an heinous crime, an iniquity to be punished by the Judges, Job 31.11. These Lustiest Are Lustiest of the Gentiles, 1. Pet. 4.3. A sin not so much as to be nam among Christians, Ephesians 5.3. A sin that utterly corrupts natural honesty, Pro 6.27.29. It is a sin, not only against the soul, but against the body of a man:
for it is a sinne that defiles a man, Mat. 15. and it makes a man unfit for the company of any Christian, 1. Cor. 5.9. It brings dishonour, and a wound, can never bee blotted out, Prro. 6.33. and it causes the fearefull curse of God upon men, Heb. 13.4. and that both upon their states and soules in this life.
for it is a sin that defiles a man, Mathew 15. and it makes a man unfit for the company of any Christian, 1. Cor. 5.9. It brings dishonour, and a wound, can never be blotted out, Prro. 6.33. and it Causes the fearful curse of God upon men, Hebrew 13.4. and that both upon their states and Souls in this life.
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Whoredome and wine take away the heart, Hosea 4.11. and God casts them many times into a reprobate sense, Rom. 1. so as they are past feeling, Eph. 4.18. so as the adulterous person goeth about like a Foole •o •he slocks, or like an Oxe to the slaughter, Pro. 7.22. In a word, the adulterous person destroieth his owne soule, Pro. 6.32. yea, which is worst of all, it deprives men of the kingdome of Heaven, 1. Cor. 6.9. and casts both body and soule into the Lake that burnes with fire and brimstone, Pro. 9. ult. Rev. 2•. 8. & 22.15. For the second, the meanes to preserve chastity in married persons, are these.
Whoredom and wine take away the heart, Hosea 4.11. and God Cast them many times into a Reprobate sense, Rom. 1. so as they Are passed feeling, Ephesians 4.18. so as the adulterous person Goes about like a Fool •o •he slocks, or like an Ox to the slaughter, Pro 7.22. In a word, the adulterous person Destroyeth his own soul, Pro 6.32. yea, which is worst of all, it deprives men of the Kingdom of Heaven, 1. Cor. 6.9. and Cast both body and soul into the Lake that burns with fire and brimstone, Pro 9. ult. Rev. 2•. 8. & 22.15. For the second, the means to preserve chastity in married Persons, Are these.
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Secondly, they must doe as Iob did, make a covenant with their eyes, and not carelesly give liberty to their senses, to wander about after vaine objects, Iob. 31.1.
Secondly, they must do as Job did, make a Covenant with their eyes, and not carelessly give liberty to their Senses, to wander about After vain objects, Job 31.1.
and must come to judgement, 1. Pet. 2.11. Eccles. 11.9. Fiftly, they must, by confession, and godly sorrow, and prayer, crucifie these first risings of inward lusts;
and must come to judgement, 1. Pet. 2.11. Eccles. 11.9. Fifty, they must, by Confessi, and godly sorrow, and prayer, crucify these First risings of inward Lustiest;
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and so by repentance for the lust of the heart, prevent the filthinesse of the flesh, Gal. 5.24. Sixthly, they must walke in love, that is, exercise themselves in a Christian and profitable society, with such as feare God, Eph. 5.1.3.4. Lastly, they must with all care and conscience, avoide all the occasions of this sinne: such as are,
and so by Repentance for the lust of the heart, prevent the filthiness of the Flesh, Gal. 5.24. Sixthly, they must walk in love, that is, exercise themselves in a Christian and profitable society, with such as Fear God, Ephesians 5.1.3.4. Lastly, they must with all care and conscience, avoid all the occasions of this sin: such as Are,
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for the love of money breeds noisome lusts, 1. Tim. 6.9. 4 Ignorance of God and his truth, Eph. 4.17.18. 5 Evill company, especially the society of such as are filthy.
for the love of money breeds noisome Lustiest, 1. Tim. 6.9. 4 Ignorance of God and his truth, Ephesians 4.17.18. 5 Evil company, especially the society of such as Are filthy.
6 Lascivious attire, and filthy dressing; such as are strange colours, and naked breasts. This is whoredome between the breasts, Hos. 2. 7 Lascivious pictures, and prophane representations of filthie practises;
6 Lascivious attire, and filthy dressing; such as Are strange colours, and naked breasts. This is whoredom between the breasts, Hos. 2. 7 Lascivious pictures, and profane representations of filthy practises;
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if you aske, how those hu•bands could behold the chast conversation of the wives? I answer, they might know that they were chast, bo•h by their modesty in secret in the use of the marriage bed,
if you ask, how those hu•bands could behold the chaste Conversation of the wives? I answer, they might know that they were chaste, bo•h by their modesty in secret in the use of the marriage Bed,
and desires to please her husband in all things, and willing to be subject to his will. Thus of a chast conversation. A conversation with feare, followes.
and Desires to please her husband in all things, and willing to be Subject to his will. Thus of a chaste Conversation. A Conversation with Fear, follows.
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That wicked men are smitten many times with feare, many Scriptures shew, as Deut. 28.10. 1. Sam. 18.15. Psal. 102.15. The reasons why they are afraid, are divers:
That wicked men Are smitten many times with Fear, many Scriptures show, as Deuteronomy 28.10. 1. Sam. 18.15. Psalm 102.15. The Reasons why they Are afraid, Are diverse:
when they see in them, that which is above the ordinary nature of men, or their expectation, they are affraid of the Name of God, which is called upon by them, Deut. 28 9.10.
when they see in them, that which is above the ordinary nature of men, or their expectation, they Are afraid of the Name of God, which is called upon by them, Deuteronomy 28 9.10.
and they prosper, notwithstanding all the oppositions are made against them, 1. Sam. 18.12.15.19. Nehe. 6.16. Psal. 48.4. Zach. 9.5. 3 They feare, because the good conversation of the godly, doth rebuke their ill conversation:
and they prosper, notwithstanding all the oppositions Are made against them, 1. Sam. 18.12.15.19. Neh 6.16. Psalm 48.4. Zach 9.5. 3 They Fear, Because the good Conversation of the godly, does rebuke their ill Conversation:
Answ. Eyther they strive to drive them out, and forget them; or else, they strive to imagine scandalous and vile things, to oppose their wicked surmises,
Answer Either they strive to drive them out, and forget them; or Else, they strive to imagine scandalous and vile things, to oppose their wicked surmises,
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or false accusations, against the glory of the godly life of such as are good, as the Pharisees did against Christ, & the wicked Courtiers against David :
or false accusations, against the glory of the godly life of such as Are good, as the Pharisees did against christ, & the wicked Courtiers against David:
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for hereby they shall not only convince and confute carnall persons, but so daunt them, as their good lives will often make their very hearts to ake within them.
for hereby they shall not only convince and confute carnal Persons, but so daunt them, as their good lives will often make their very hearts to ache within them.
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and the rather, because this effect may follow the conversation of women aswell as men, and servants aswell as masters, inferiours aswell as superiours.
and the rather, Because this Effect may follow the Conversation of women aswell as men, and Servants aswell as Masters, inferiors aswell as superiors.
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so saith Salomon, Blessed is the man that feareth alwaies, and Paul saith, Worke out your salvation with feare and trembling, Phil. 2. and againe, Be not high minded, but fear, Rom. 12.3. This conversatton with feare, was in Paul, 1. Cor. 2.3. It is required, that the mighty men of the earth should serve the Lord in trembling, Psal. 2.12. this is a fruit of godly sorrow, 2. Cor. 7.11.
so Says Solomon, Blessed is the man that fears always, and Paul Says, Work out your salvation with Fear and trembling, Philip 2. and again, Be not high minded, but Fear, Rom. 12.3. This conversatton with Fear, was in Paul, 1. Cor. 2.3. It is required, that the mighty men of the earth should serve the Lord in trembling, Psalm 2.12. this is a fruit of godly sorrow, 2. Cor. 7.11.
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and so all inferiours must expresse a conversation with feare towards their superiours. Hence the Apostle saith, Give feare to whom feare belongeth, Rom. 13.7. so such as have lesser gifts, must submit themselves to such as have greater gifts, in fear, Eph. 5.21.
and so all inferiors must express a Conversation with Fear towards their superiors. Hence the Apostle Says, Give Fear to whom Fear belongeth, Rom. 13.7. so such as have lesser Gifts, must submit themselves to such as have greater Gifts, in Fear, Ephesians 5.21.
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and such a feare as is continuall. We reade of a Spirit of the feare of God, Esa. 11.3. and there bee other phrases of Scripture, that expresse this conversation with feare:
and such a Fear as is continual. We read of a Spirit of the Fear of God, Isaiah 11.3. and there be other phrases of Scripture, that express this Conversation with Fear:
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as where wee are charged, to bee in the feare of God all the day long, Pro. 23.17. and the godly are said, to walke in the feare of God, Acts 11.31. God was said to bee the feare of the Patriarches, Gen. 31.42.53. so also, Eccles. 8. 10. Mal. 2.5.
as where we Are charged, to be in the Fear of God all the day long, Pro 23.17. and the godly Are said, to walk in the Fear of God, Acts 11.31. God was said to be the Fear of the Patriarchs, Gen. 31.42.53. so also, Eccles. 8. 10. Malachi 2.5.
and grew bold and confident of his owne strength: and therefore they that stand, are charged to feare lest they fall, Rom. 11. 3 Because of the many and fearfull adversaries, our soules and religion have in this world.
and grew bold and confident of his own strength: and Therefore they that stand, Are charged to Fear lest they fallen, Rom. 11. 3 Because of the many and fearful Adversaries, our Souls and Religion have in this world.
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Wee bee to wrestle with principalities, & powers, and spirituall wickednesses, Eph. 6.10. 2. Cor. 11.3. and our taske is, to overcome the world, and the flesh:
we be to wrestle with principalities, & Powers, and spiritual Wickednesses, Ephesians 6.10. 2. Cor. 11.3. and our task is, to overcome the world, and the Flesh:
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though the waves thereof tosse themselves and roare, yet they cannot prevaile, Ier. 5.22. Hee is the true God, he is the living God, and an everlasting King:
though the waves thereof toss themselves and roar, yet they cannot prevail, Jeremiah 5.22. He is the true God, he is the living God, and an everlasting King:
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David said his flesh trembled for feare of God, Psalm 119. vers. 120. 6 Because of the fearefull falling away, and rejecting of many Churches, and particular persons, that yet have before flourished for a time, in the professing of true religion, Ier. 3.8. Rom. 11.20.21.
David said his Flesh trembled for Fear of God, Psalm 119. vers. 120. 6 Because of the fearful falling away, and rejecting of many Churches, and particular Persons, that yet have before flourished for a time, in the professing of true Religion, Jeremiah 3.8. Rom. 11.20.21.
1 By the sobriety of our mindes, resting in his revealed will, and not daring to meddle with his secrets, Rom. 12.3. 2 By receiving his messengers with feare and trembling, 2. Cor. 7.15. not daring to contest with them, or stand upon our private conceits & opinions;
1 By the sobriety of our minds, resting in his revealed will, and not daring to meddle with his secrets, Rom. 12.3. 2 By receiving his messengers with Fear and trembling, 2. Cor. 7.15. not daring to contest with them, or stand upon our private conceits & opinions;
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but rather to make hast to beseech God, and to repent, when they reprove us or threaten us, Ier. 29.19. Exod. 14.31. Ezra. 9.4. & 10. 1.2.3. at the best, mistrusting our selves, and our owne wisedome, and conceits, and shewing our selves carefull to come to the light, that it may bee manifest our deeds are wrought in God, Iob 37. ult. Pro. 3.7. 3 By shewing all awefull care and devotion, in Gods service and worship, expressing all reverence, Psal. 2.11. & 5.7. and striving to make glorious conceptions of God in our hearts, Revel. 15.4. & 14.7. not daring to omit any time or opportunity of serving God. Acts 10.2. and avoiding all rashnesse, and vaine behaviour, in words, or vowes, or carriage, Eccles. 5.2. to the eighth verse:
but rather to make haste to beseech God, and to Repent, when they reprove us or threaten us, Jeremiah 29.19. Exod 14.31. Ezra. 9.4. & 10. 1.2.3. At the best, mistrusting our selves, and our own Wisdom, and conceits, and showing our selves careful to come to the Light, that it may be manifest our Deeds Are wrought in God, Job 37. ult. Pro 3.7. 3 By showing all awful care and devotion, in God's service and worship, expressing all Reverence, Psalm 2.11. & 5.7. and striving to make glorious conceptions of God in our hearts, Revel. 15.4. & 14.7. not daring to omit any time or opportunity of serving God. Acts 10.2. and avoiding all rashness, and vain behaviour, in words, or vows, or carriage, Eccles. 5.2. to the eighth verse:
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not mentioning the very names or titles of God, without great reverence, Deut. 28.58. and remembring Gods presence, especially at the times and in the places of his worship, Mal. 2.5. Eccles. 8.12.13. 4 By shewing respect to all Gods commandements;
not mentioning the very names or titles of God, without great Reverence, Deuteronomy 28.58. and remembering God's presence, especially At the times and in the places of his worship, Malachi 2.5. Eccles. 8.12.13. 4 By showing respect to all God's Commandments;
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first, that it doth not only make us avoide or leave evill, (which in some cases wicked men may doe) but it makes us loath and hate evill, Pro. 8.13. & 16.6.
First, that it does not only make us avoid or leave evil, (which in Some cases wicked men may do) but it makes us loath and hate evil, Pro 8.13. & 16.6.
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affraid to omit any thing injoined us, or to have our task undone, when God should call us to a reckoning, Acts. 10.35. Phil. 2.12. Towards men, we expresse this feare of God also divers waies: as,
afraid to omit any thing enjoined us, or to have our task undone, when God should call us to a reckoning, Acts. 10.35. Philip 2.12. Towards men, we express this Fear of God also diverse ways: as,
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1 By a continuall care of innocency; avoiding all courses of injury, though they might bee committed with any colour of right: as oppression, Lev. 25.17. usury, Lev. 25.36. 2 By pitty and mercy to Gods creatures in distresse:
1 By a continual care of innocency; avoiding all courses of injury, though they might be committed with any colour of right: as oppression, Lev. 25.17. Usury, Lev. 25.36. 2 By pity and mercy to God's creatures in distress:
so Cornelius is said to be a man fearing God, because he gave much almes, Acts 10.12. Iob 6.14. 3 By reverence to God• image in his creatures, even in the lowest kinde:
so Cornelius is said to be a man fearing God, Because he gave much alms, Acts 10.12. Job 6.14. 3 By Reverence to God• image in his creatures, even in the lowest kind:
as by rising up before the hoare head, and honouring the face of the old man, Levie. 10.32. not daring to curse the deafe, or put a stumbling blocke before the blind, Lev. 19.14.
as by rising up before the hoar head, and honouring the face of the old man, Levy. 10.32. not daring to curse the deaf, or put a stumbling block before the blind, Lev. 19.14.
as is required in servant•, Col. 3. •2. especially, Eph. 6.5. and Magistrates, 2. Sam. 23.3.2. Chr. 19.6.7. 5 By a tender and compassionate care, to recover such as are spiritually fallen, and to preserve such as are in danger to fall, from the simplicity that is in Christ Iesus, 2. Cor. 11.3. Iude 23.
as is required in servant•, Col. 3. •2. especially, Ephesians 6.5. and Magistrates, 2. Sam. 23.3.2. Christ 19.6.7. 5 By a tender and compassionate care, to recover such as Are spiritually fallen, and to preserve such as Are in danger to fallen, from the simplicity that is in christ Iesus, 2. Cor. 11.3. Iude 23.
6 By an awefull endevour to give no offence, neither to them that are without, nor to any of the godly, 1. Cor. 10.3. avoiding all waies of provocation or contention, even in civill life, Psal. 34.12.
6 By an awful endeavour to give no offence, neither to them that Are without, nor to any of the godly, 1. Cor. 10.3. avoiding all ways of provocation or contention, even in civil life, Psalm 34.12.
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Now it must bee remembred, that of all those waies, by which feare should be shewed in our conversation, in this Text those only can be intended, which are subject to the observation of others.
Now it must be remembered, that of all those ways, by which Fear should be showed in our Conversation, in this Text those only can be intended, which Are Subject to the observation of Others.
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3 Such as live securely in knowne sinnes, and blesse themselves in their hearts, when their iniquity is found worthy to be hated, Psal. 36.1. Ier. 44.10. Mal. 3.5. 4 Such as goe on in vicious courses, in the abuse of their liberty in things indifferent, notwithstanding the frequent admonitions of godly and grave Divines;
3 Such as live securely in known Sins, and bless themselves in their hearts, when their iniquity is found worthy to be hated, Psalm 36.1. Jeremiah 44.10. Malachi 3.5. 4 Such as go on in vicious courses, in the abuse of their liberty in things indifferent, notwithstanding the frequent admonitions of godly and grave Divines;
Againe, by the serious consideration of the former explication, we may gather, That there are divers feares ought not to be found in our conversations:
Again, by the serious consideration of the former explication, we may gather, That there Are diverse fears ought not to be found in our conversations:
so judging themselves, as they withall judge of God unrighteously, while they remember not his promises made to his servants, concerning his acceptation of their desires and endevours.
so judging themselves, as they withal judge of God unrighteously, while they Remember not his promises made to his Servants, Concerning his acceptation of their Desires and endeavours.
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even striving to avoide what might provoke his very infirmities; giving soft answers when he is angry, and forbearing passion and unquietnesse, even with others, if he be present.
even striving to avoid what might provoke his very infirmities; giving soft answers when he is angry, and forbearing passion and unquietness, even with Others, if he be present.
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which he sets downe negatively, shewing how they must not be dressed, ver. 3. & affirmatively, shewing what doth most adorne them, ver. 4. In the negative, observe what is expressely prohibited, and then what is impliedly allowed.
which he sets down negatively, showing how they must not be dressed, ver. 3. & affirmatively, showing what does most adorn them, ver. 4. In the negative, observe what is expressly prohibited, and then what is impliedly allowed.
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Now for the meaning of the Apostle, in this negative prohibition, I finde three opinions: The one is, of such as thinke the Apostle did absolutely forbid the things named;
Now for the meaning of the Apostle, in this negative prohibition, I find three opinions: The one is, of such as think the Apostle did absolutely forbid the things nam;
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but is rejected by Divines of his owne sect, for this reason, Because if that were the Apostles meaning, his prohibition would teach the most sober and modest women in their apparell, aswell as the most licentious:
but is rejected by Divines of his own sect, for this reason, Because if that were the Apostles meaning, his prohibition would teach the most Sobrium and modest women in their apparel, aswell as the most licentious:
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therefore afterwards I will shew you, by expresse Scripture, when apparell or dressing becomes vicious: but first, I would consider of the doctrine in generall.
Therefore afterwards I will show you, by express Scripture, when apparel or dressing becomes vicious: but First, I would Consider of the Doctrine in general.
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for if their naturall comelinesse will not set them out, they are wicked deceivers, that make themselves to be that in dressing, which they are not in nature.
for if their natural comeliness will not Set them out, they Are wicked deceivers, that make themselves to be that in dressing, which they Are not in nature.
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What can be more abominable to the view, than the observation of the most monstrous effeminateness, that is found in many of our Gentry, that daily betake themselves to most womanish trickes in their dressing of themselves? These are uncleane devills in the flesh, and no Christians.
What can be more abominable to the view, than the observation of the most monstrous effeminateness, that is found in many of our Gentry, that daily betake themselves to most womanish tricks in their dressing of themselves? These Are unclean Devils in the Flesh, and no Christians.
2 Because curiosity and cost, is against the first institution of apparell. God himself made the first garments were made, and left a patterne to follow.
2 Because curiosity and cost, is against the First Institution of apparel. God himself made the First garments were made, and left a pattern to follow.
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as to thinke God doth not care, in what colours or fashions we worship or entreat him? Besides, wee come not into the house of God, to shew our selves to men; but unto God amongst men.
as to think God does not care, in what colours or fashions we worship or entreat him? Beside, we come not into the house of God, to show our selves to men; but unto God among men.
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Yea, in private, how dare fantasticall women stand before God to pray, when they carry upon their backe• such Ensignes of pride and vanity? And hereby wee may discerne the horrible wickednesse of these times, which are just Apostle to Pauls direction:
Yea, in private, how Dare fantastical women stand before God to pray, when they carry upon their backe• such Ensigns of pride and vanity? And hereby we may discern the horrible wickedness of these times, which Are just Apostle to Paul's direction:
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Is the Husband so farre from home, and can a chaste Spouse bee taken up with such affectation of curious and vaine dressing? What more evident signe of a strumpet,
Is the Husband so Far from home, and can a chaste Spouse be taken up with such affectation of curious and vain dressing? What more evident Signen of a strumpet,
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for, saith hee, what wise man doth not abhorre a woman proudly drest? and therefore much more God, their Creator, cannot abide to see that bodie which hee made free, to be chained to mettals.
for, Says he, what wise man does not abhor a woman proudly dressed? and Therefore much more God, their Creator, cannot abide to see that body which he made free, to be chained to metals.
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What should I reckon more testimonies, seeing, in all ages of the Christian Church, these things in the apparell of women have been bitterly condemned? yea, the very Popish Writers doe bitterly inveigh against vain and superfluous apparell;
What should I reckon more testimonies, seeing, in all ages of the Christian Church, these things in the apparel of women have been bitterly condemned? yea, the very Popish Writers do bitterly inveigh against vain and superfluous apparel;
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because usually where these things are noted, by way of description in Scripture, the parties of whom it is written, were notorious wicked persons, and usually Whores:
Because usually where these things Are noted, by Way of description in Scripture, the parties of whom it is written, were notorious wicked Persons, and usually Whores:
as the woman, Esay the third, and Dives, Luke 16. 9 This care about the adorning of the body, doth not agree to the simplicity that is in Christ Iesus.
as the woman, Isaiah the third, and Dives, Lycia 16. 9 This care about the adorning of the body, does not agree to the simplicity that is in christ Iesus.
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in respect of God and his service, vaine and proud apparell breeds carelessenesse, and abatement of that holy feare and zeale, should bee shewed in Gods service,
in respect of God and his service, vain and proud apparel breeds carelessness, and abatement of that holy Fear and zeal, should be showed in God's service,
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And for themselves, by following foolish vanities, they bring Gods visiting hand in judgement upon them, Zeph. 1.8. and withall, they forsake their owne mercies, Ionab 2.8.
And for themselves, by following foolish vanities, they bring God's visiting hand in judgement upon them, Zephaniah 1.8. and withal, they forsake their own Mercies, Jonah 2.8.
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Againe, excesse in apparell causeth in many, the oppression of their Tennants, and fraudulent courses, that they may maintaine themselves, in that wicked excesse and vanity.
Again, excess in apparel Causes in many, the oppression of their Tenants, and fraudulent courses, that they may maintain themselves, in that wicked excess and vanity.
Lastly, doe wee not see many families destroied, and overthrowne by these courses, so as their posterity is utterly defeated of their meanes and inheritances, by the ryot of their parents in their apparell?
Lastly, do we not see many families destroyed, and overthrown by these courses, so as their posterity is utterly defeated of their means and inheritances, by the riot of their Parents in their apparel?
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which is by Interpreters conceived, to meane all that artificiall dressing of the head, that implies the haire beyond the naturall use of it, onely for vaine shew.
which is by Interpreters conceived, to mean all that artificial dressing of the head, that Implies the hair beyond the natural use of it, only for vain show.
Plutarch records, that the Romans, when a woman was to be dressed at a wedding, they used to separate and plaite the haire of her head, with the point of a Speare:
Plutarch records, that the Roman, when a woman was to be dressed At a wedding, they used to separate and plait the hair of her head, with the point of a Spear:
Now if the plaiting of the haire bee so ill, how abominable is the use of strange haire, that is, haire that is not their owne? This is generally condemned;
Now if the plaiting of the hair be so ill, how abominable is the use of strange hair, that is, hair that is not their own? This is generally condemned;
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and hath not an apparent comelinese and utility in it: some apparell, though newly invented, hath a manifest comelinesse and commodiousnesse stamped upon it;
and hath not an apparent comelinese and utility in it: Some apparel, though newly invented, hath a manifest comeliness and commodiousness stamped upon it;
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the naturall conscience in all men detesting it. this is, out of question, sinfull; as for the reason here alleadged, so, because it adornes not. Such is yellow starch.
the natural conscience in all men detesting it. this is, out of question, sinful; as for the reason Here alleged, so, Because it adorns not. Such is yellow starch.
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3 All apparell and dressing is vicious, when it is against shamefastnesse and modesty, and hath in it manifest provocation to lust, 1. Tim. 2.9, 10. such as is the leaving of the breasts naked in whole or in part,
3 All apparel and dressing is vicious, when it is against shamefastness and modesty, and hath in it manifest provocation to lust, 1. Tim. 2.9, 10. such as is the leaving of the breasts naked in Whole or in part,
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and that the Apostle in this Text condemnes, under the prohibition of Gold. 5 All apparell, that is taken up from the fashion and example of the world,
and that the Apostle in this Text condemns, under the prohibition of Gold. 5 All apparel, that is taken up from the fashion and Exampl of the world,
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and feare they corrupt their hearers, they ought to be heard, Hebr. 13.18. 1. Cor. 11.2.3. 10 When the time that might be profitably spent, is consumed by the tedious curiositie of dressing, Ephes. 5.16.
and Fear they corrupt their hearers, they ought to be herd, Hebrew 13.18. 1. Cor. 11.2.3. 10 When the time that might be profitably spent, is consumed by the tedious curiosity of dressing, Ephesians 5.16.
What fellowship betweene light and darkenesse, righteousnesse and unrighteousnesse, Christ and Beliall? If wee would have God to love us, we must separate and come out from amongst them, and touch no uncleane thing.
What fellowship between Light and darkness, righteousness and unrighteousness, christ and Belial? If we would have God to love us, we must separate and come out from among them, and touch no unclean thing.
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and Abraham was, and was a living man, many hundred yeares after his bodie was in the grave, Matth. 22. And hence it is, that unto the soule or heart of man in Scriptures, is attributed all things that the outward man can doe: as life, Psal. 22.27. language, Eccles. 9.1. Psal. 14. 1. & 36.1. praying to God, Psal. 37.4. receiving messages from God;
and Abraham was, and was a living man, many hundred Years After his body was in the grave, Matthew 22. And hence it is, that unto the soul or heart of man in Scriptures, is attributed all things that the outward man can do: as life, Psalm 22.27. language, Eccles. 9.1. Psalm 14. 1. & 36.1. praying to God, Psalm 37.4. receiving messages from God;
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for out of the aboundance of the Heart, the mouth speaketh. And therefore Salomon saith, that from the Heart comes life, Pro. 4.23. 3 In respect of acceptation.
for out of the abundance of the Heart, the Mouth speaks. And Therefore Solomon Says, that from the Heart comes life, Pro 4.23. 3 In respect of acceptation.
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The Heart is that which God especially respects in man: it is the Heart hee lookes upon, 1. Sam. 17.7. He tryes the heart, and, as Salomon saith, bee weighes the hearts of the children of men, Prover. 21.2. and hee wilbe served with our hearts, Ioshua. 24.14. and in all holy dueties, it is with us in Gods account, according as he seeth the heart, 1 Kings 8.39. so he requires the Heart, in repenting, 1. Sam. 7.3, in praying, 2. Tim. 2.22. Hos 7.14. in hearing the Word, Luke 8. and so in every good duty. Thus of the first point. For the second:
The Heart is that which God especially respects in man: it is the Heart he looks upon, 1. Sam. 17.7. He tries the heart, and, as Solomon Says, be weighs the hearts of the children of men, Prover. 21.2. and he will served with our hearts, Ioshua. 24.14. and in all holy duties, it is with us in God's account, according as he sees the heart, 1 Kings 8.39. so he requires the Heart, in repenting, 1. Sam. 7.3, in praying, 2. Tim. 2.22. Hos 7.14. in hearing the Word, Lycia 8. and so in every good duty. Thus of the First point. For the second:
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though it be true, that the glory of Gods image shines through the body of man (as the light doth through the lanthorne,) in respect whereof, the outward man is said to be made after Gods image:
though it be true, that the glory of God's image shines through the body of man (as the Light does through the lanthorn,) in respect whereof, the outward man is said to be made After God's image:
His miserie will appeare, if we throughly consider, either what he is in his qualities, or what he doth in his worke, or what he suffers in that estate.
His misery will appear, if we thoroughly Consider, either what he is in his qualities, or what he does in his work, or what he suffers in that estate.
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If you inquire after his qualities by nature: first, he is vaine, Ephes. 4.18. yea so vaine, as the outward man dares not act what the man of the heart entertaines. Secondly, hee is foule;
If you inquire After his qualities by nature: First, he is vain, Ephesians 4.18. yea so vain, as the outward man dares not act what the man of the heart entertains. Secondly, he is foul;
he is slow, and hard to beleeve, uncapable and unteachable, and makes not use of the very first businesse in the entrance into Religion, Ier. 9.26. 1. Cor. 2.14.
he is slow, and hard to believe, uncapable and unteachable, and makes not use of the very First business in the Entrance into Religion, Jeremiah 9.26. 1. Cor. 2.14.
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Fourthly, he is deceitfull, above all things; he can be trusted in nothing, Ier. 17.9. Fiftly, he is verie unquiet, and never enjoyes any sound peace, nor is pleased with any condition:
Fourthly, he is deceitful, above all things; he can be trusted in nothing, Jeremiah 17.9. Fifty, he is very unquiet, and never enjoys any found peace, nor is pleased with any condition:
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2 That he may be wicked the more securely, he imprisons the truth, and layes hold upon all the principles in his head, that might any way disturbe his course in sin,
2 That he may be wicked the more securely, he imprisons the truth, and lays hold upon all the principles in his head, that might any Way disturb his course in since,
and locks them up in restraint, Rom. 1.18. 3 He resists the spirit, and proclaimes enmitie to God, and gets out of the way, that so the heart may be farre from God:
and locks them up in restraint, Rom. 1.18. 3 He resists the Spirit, and proclaims enmity to God, and gets out of the Way, that so the heart may be Far from God:
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And besides, hee lives in the darke: it is alwayes night with him, he never sees day, Rom. 13.11. and besides, the Divell possesseth him, and hath raised strong Holds, and fortified himselfe within him, 2. Cor. 10.4. and lastly, he is an abomination to the Lord.
And beside, he lives in the dark: it is always night with him, he never sees day, Rom. 13.11. and beside, the devil Possesses him, and hath raised strong Holds, and fortified himself within him, 2. Cor. 10.4. and lastly, he is an abomination to the Lord.
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Now it is certaine, that even these workes of preparation are not neglected of God; for hee heareth the preparations of the heart, Psal. 10.17. 2 It must be stored with sacred notions, and knowledges out of the Word of God.
Now it is certain, that even these works of preparation Are not neglected of God; for he hears the preparations of the heart, Psalm 10.17. 2 It must be stored with sacred notions, and knowledges out of the Word of God.
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the Word of God, in the sound knowledge of it, must be hidden there, Psal. 119.11. Ier. 31.33. Esay 51.7. for these sacred notions, have a power to master and order the heart.
the Word of God, in the found knowledge of it, must be hidden there, Psalm 119.11. Jeremiah 31.33. Isaiah 51.7. for these sacred notions, have a power to master and order the heart.
It must bee soundly rinsed in the teares of true repentance, and then it will become very acceptable to God, through the merits of Christ and his mediation, Iames 4.8. Ier. 4.14. God greatly delights in the heart, when it is broken and contrite, Psalme 34.19. & 147.3. & 51.17. Now for the last point:
It must be soundly rinsed in the tears of true Repentance, and then it will become very acceptable to God, through the merits of christ and his mediation, James 4.8. Jeremiah 4.14. God greatly delights in the heart, when it is broken and contrite, Psalm 34.19. & 147.3. & 51.17. Now for the last point:
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why should wee then make such hast to bee rich? especially, why should wee trust upon uncertaine riches? Secondly, seeing we shall have these things but awhile, we should use them as such things, as we cannot enjoy long:
why should we then make such haste to be rich? especially, why should we trust upon uncertain riches? Secondly, seeing we shall have these things but awhile, we should use them as such things, as we cannot enjoy long:
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and so we should take our part of them, in a sober and Christian freedome, while we have them, Psal. 49. 18. Eccles. 9.7.10. and especially, wee should employ them to the best uses wee can.
and so we should take our part of them, in a Sobrium and Christian freedom, while we have them, Psalm 49. 18. Eccles. 9.7.10. and especially, we should employ them to the best uses we can.
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And the best use to put worldly things to, is either to make friends with them, by liberality to the poore, Luke 16. or to buy wisedome with them, by spending freely for the procuring of the meanes of salvation,
And the best use to put worldly things to, is either to make Friends with them, by liberality to the poor, Lycia 16. or to buy Wisdom with them, by spending freely for the procuring of the means of salvation,
Thirdly, seeing earthly things are corruptible, we should not envie the prosperity of wicked men, that abound not in any thing will tarry long with them.
Thirdly, seeing earthly things Are corruptible, we should not envy the Prosperity of wicked men, that abound not in any thing will tarry long with them.
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All their portion is in these things, that will away, Psal. 37.1, 2. & 49 15, 16. 18. Lastly, wee should all therefore bee of Moses minde, rather to suffer affliction with Gods people, that shall possesse eternall things,
All their portion is in these things, that will away, Psalm 37.1, 2. & 49 15, 16. 18. Lastly, we should all Therefore be of Moses mind, rather to suffer affliction with God's people, that shall possess Eternal things,
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for rich men should not glory in their riches, but rather rejoice if God have made them low by true grace, which will last for ever, Iames 1.9.10. 1. Tim. 6.17.20. and poore men that have a portion in spirituall things, should not bee troubled for want of these earthly things, seeing if they had them, they would last but awhile, Iames 1.9. and therefore having food and raiment, they should be content. Thus of the first doctrine.
for rich men should not glory in their riches, but rather rejoice if God have made them low by true grace, which will last for ever, James 1.9.10. 1. Tim. 6.17.20. and poor men that have a portion in spiritual things, should not be troubled for want of these earthly things, seeing if they had them, they would last but awhile, James 1.9. and Therefore having food and raiment, they should be content. Thus of the First Doctrine.
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for if the glory of the world bee like a withering flower, what true ornament can it bee, to weare such withered things? Fourthly, they adorne not for continuance.
for if the glory of the world be like a withering flower, what true ornament can it be, to wear such withered things? Fourthly, they adorn not for Continuance.
and that is, That godly Christians have right to all incorruptible things. That which is not corruptible, if they seeke, they may possesse. It is their owne:
and that is, That godly Christians have right to all incorruptible things. That which is not corruptible, if they seek, they may possess. It is their own:
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God would have them put it on, as they put on their apparell. He hath adorned his children with the gift of all incorruptible things: heavenly treasures are theirs;
God would have them put it on, as they put on their apparel. He hath adorned his children with the gift of all incorruptible things: heavenly treasures Are theirs;
and they may lay hold on them, and lay them up, as their certaine riches and portion, Mat. 6.20. Hee grants eternall life to them, that seeke glory, and honour, and incorruptible things;
and they may lay hold on them, and lay them up, as their certain riches and portion, Mathew 6.20. He grants Eternal life to them, that seek glory, and honour, and incorruptible things;
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and, as David saith, he is the strength of their heart, and their portion for ever, Psal. •7. 26. Psal. 119.57. and God his mercy, and his love, and his power is everlasting.
and, as David Says, he is the strength of their heart, and their portion for ever, Psalm •7. 26. Psalm 119.57. and God his mercy, and his love, and his power is everlasting.
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His mercy endures for ever, Psal. 136. and his loving kindnesse shall never be taken from him, Psal. 89. 33. and with everlasting compassion he hath received them to favour, Esay. 54. and with everlasting love hath hee loved them, Ier. 31.3. and in the Lord Iehovah is everlasting strength, for the protection and preservation of his people;
His mercy endures for ever, Psalm 136. and his loving kindness shall never be taken from him, Psalm 89. 33. and with everlasting compassion he hath received them to favour, Isaiah. 54. and with everlasting love hath he loved them, Jeremiah 31.3. and in the Lord Jehovah is everlasting strength, for the protection and preservation of his people;
and therefore they may trust upon him for ever, Esay 26.4. and therefore, if all people will walke, every one in the name of his God, godly men ought much more to walke in the Name of the Lord their God for ever and ever, Mich. 4.6. 2 The Word of God is incorruptible, and lasts beyond all end, 1. Pet. 1.24. Psal. 119.89.
and Therefore they may trust upon him for ever, Isaiah 26.4. and Therefore, if all people will walk, every one in the name of his God, godly men ought much more to walk in the Name of the Lord their God for ever and ever, Mich. 4.6. 2 The Word of God is incorruptible, and lasts beyond all end, 1. Pet. 1.24. Psalm 119.89.
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and it makes them righteous before God, Rom. 13. ult. 1. Cor. 1.30, 1. Cor. 5.21. 4 Gods covenant is incorruptible & everlasting, Esay 55.4 and it cannot be abrogated;
and it makes them righteous before God, Rom. 13. ult. 1. Cor. 1.30, 1. Cor. 5.21. 4 God's Covenant is incorruptible & everlasting, Isaiah 55.4 and it cannot be abrogated;
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Rom. 11. This love is incorruptible, 2. Cor. 13. and everlasting joy 〈 ◊ 〉 upon their heads, Esay. 61. so the 〈 ◊ 〉 of saving knowledge will abide in the godly for ever, 1. Iohn 3. and their meeknesse,
Rom. 11. This love is incorruptible, 2. Cor. 13. and everlasting joy 〈 ◊ 〉 upon their Heads, Isaiah. 61. so the 〈 ◊ 〉 of Saving knowledge will abide in the godly for ever, 1. John 3. and their meekness,
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so the righteousnesse of the just will last for ever, 2. Cor. 9.9. and though he dye, yet his workes will follow him to Heaven, Rev. 14.13. so Psal. 139.24. Lastly, Heaven and the glory of it, is everlasting:
so the righteousness of the just will last for ever, 2. Cor. 9.9. and though he die, yet his works will follow him to Heaven, Rev. 14.13. so Psalm 139.24. Lastly, Heaven and the glory of it, is everlasting:
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Gods kingdome is an everlasting kingdome, 1. Tim. 6.11. and that glory is an eternall weight of glory, 2. Cor. 4.14. Wee have an house that is eternall in the Heavens, 2. Cor. 5.1. our inheritance there is immortall, & undefiled, & withereth not away, 1. Pet. 1.3. The uses may be divers.
God's Kingdom is an everlasting Kingdom, 1. Tim. 6.11. and that glory is an Eternal weight of glory, 2. Cor. 4.14. we have an house that is Eternal in the Heavens, 2. Cor. 5.1. our inheritance there is immortal, & undefiled, & withereth not away, 1. Pet. 1.3. The uses may be diverse.
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Vse 2. Secondly, seeing the portion of the godly lyes in incorruptible things, wee should not be much troubled for any wants or losses in corruptible things.
Use 2. Secondly, seeing the portion of the godly lies in incorruptible things, we should not be much troubled for any Wants or losses in corruptible things.
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for Gods mercies cannot corrupt, or fall away; and his gifts are without repentance. If they could be lost, then they were corruptable, aswell as earthly things.
for God's Mercies cannot corrupt, or fallen away; and his Gifts Are without Repentance. If they could be lost, then they were Corruptible, aswell as earthly things.
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But this is a comfort, that must not bee taken away, that God will establish Sion for ever, Psal. 48.8. and though the world passe away, and the lusts thereof, yet he that doth the will of God, abideth for ever, 1. Iohn. 2.17. and though the servant may bee cast out of the house, yet the sonne abideth for ever, Iohn 8.35.
But this is a Comfort, that must not be taken away, that God will establish Sion for ever, Psalm 48.8. and though the world pass away, and the Lustiest thereof, yet he that does the will of God, Abideth for ever, 1. John. 2.17. and though the servant may be cast out of the house, yet the son Abideth for ever, John 8.35.
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for their best handsomnesse, is in their qualities and gifts. 'Tis not their cloathes, but their manners & disposition, that becomes them or disgraces them:
for their best handsomeness, is in their qualities and Gifts. It's not their clothes, but their manners & disposition, that becomes them or disgraces them:
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Now the doctrine hence to bee gathered, is, That amongst all the particular vertues required in Christians, meeknesse and quietnesse of nature and spirit, is a speciall vertue, and carefully to bee sought:
Now the Doctrine hence to be gathered, is, That among all the particular Virtues required in Christians, meekness and quietness of nature and Spirit, is a special virtue, and carefully to be sought:
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But unto the constituting of true meeknesse and quietnesse of spirit, is requisit. 1 Freedome from the evills, that disquiet and molest the spirits of men:
But unto the constituting of true meekness and quietness of Spirit, is requisite. 1 Freedom from the evils, that disquiet and molest the spirits of men:
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such as are, first, anger, frowardnesse, fretting, and peevishnesse: secondly, worldly sorrow, crying, and aptnesse to take unkindnesse, and fullennesse:
such as Are, First, anger, frowardness, fretting, and peevishness: secondly, worldly sorrow, crying, and aptness to take unkindness, and sullenness:
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thirdly, distrustfull cares of life, arising from covetuousnesse, 1. Tim. 6.10.11. fourthly, rash zeale and fiercenesse, or inordinate striving, and wilfulnesse;
Thirdly, distrustful Cares of life, arising from Covetousness, 1. Tim. 6.10.11. fourthly, rash zeal and fierceness, or inordinate striving, and wilfulness;
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sixthly, all inordinate desires, and raigning heart-sinnes, whether sinnes of ambition, lust, malice, or the like, Iam. 1.21. seventhly, unconstancy, and levity of minde.
sixthly, all inordinate Desires, and reigning Heart sins, whither Sins of ambition, lust, malice, or the like, Iam. 1.21. seventhly, unconstancy, and levity of mind.
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2 A kind of peacefull contentment; when Christians are habitually well pleased with their condition. 3 A gentle behaviour, in case of wrongs or faults from or in others:
2 A kind of peaceful contentment; when Christians Are habitually well pleased with their condition. 3 A gentle behaviour, in case of wrongs or Faults from or in Others:
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5 The fixing of the heart, by trusting upon God, and living without care, like a little child, that beleeves his father will provide for him, Mat. 18. 6 Lowlinesse of minde;
5 The fixing of the heart, by trusting upon God, and living without care, like a little child, that believes his father will provide for him, Mathew 18. 6 Lowliness of mind;
and therefore, is Lowliness so often added to the word Meeknesse, to explane it. 7 Silence from many words, from vaine and rash speeches, especially provoking tearms.
and Therefore, is Lowliness so often added to the word Meekness, to explain it. 7 Silence from many words, from vain and rash Speeches, especially provoking terms.
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I may say of meeknesse and quietnesse as Christ said of humility, If you beare these things, blessed are you if you doe them, Iohn 13. Now there are many reasons, should move us to be very carefull, to expresse a meek & quiet spirit in our behaviour, at home and abroad: as first, Gods commandement.
I may say of meekness and quietness as christ said of humility, If you bear these things, blessed Are you if you do them, John 13. Now there Are many Reasons, should move us to be very careful, to express a meek & quiet Spirit in our behaviour, At home and abroad: as First, God's Commandment.
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Thirdly, it will be a signe of our election, and true sanctification, and that God loves us, Col. 3.12. Psal. 147.6. and that wee have attained the wisedome that is from above, Iames 3.17.
Thirdly, it will be a Signen of our election, and true sanctification, and that God loves us, Col. 3.12. Psalm 147.6. and that we have attained the Wisdom that is from above, James 3.17.
A meek behaviour, is very lovely and comely, Pro. 19.11. 5 Hereby we shall bring much rest to our soules, Mat. 11.29. Our hearts and consciences will bee at great peace:
A meek behaviour, is very lovely and comely, Pro 19.11. 5 Hereby we shall bring much rest to our Souls, Mathew 11.29. Our hearts and Consciences will be At great peace:
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whereas there are many occasions of trouble to our consciences, which flow from passion, and an unquiet and contentious course of life. 6 Meeknesse is uncorruptible:
whereas there Are many occasions of trouble to our Consciences, which flow from passion, and an unquiet and contentious course of life. 6 Meekness is uncorruptible:
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The heart is fit to have the Word graffed upon it, when it is meek and quiet, Iames 1.21. and the Lord teacheth the humble his way, Psal. 25. Pro. 3.32. and he will give more grace to the humble, Iam. 4.7. 8 God will be the protection of the meek;
The heart is fit to have the Word graffed upon it, when it is meek and quiet, James 1.21. and the Lord Teaches the humble his Way, Psalm 25. Pro 3.32. and he will give more grace to the humble, Iam. 4.7. 8 God will be the protection of the meek;
There be many things observed in Scripture, and which they may feele in themselves, which should move them to hearty repentance, for this unquietnesse and frowardness: as to consider,
There be many things observed in Scripture, and which they may feel in themselves, which should move them to hearty Repentance, for this unquietness and frowardness: as to Consider,
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1 The causes of frowardnesse & unquietnesse: which are in generall, their ill nature; and in particular, Pride, idlenesse, want of love to those with whom they converse, ignorance, and love of earthly things.
1 The Causes of frowardness & unquietness: which Are in general, their ill nature; and in particular, Pride, idleness, want of love to those with whom they converse, ignorance, and love of earthly things.
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2 That the Scripture maketh this fault, to bee a signe of a wicked and naughty person, Pro. 6.12.14. & 21.24. especially, where one is guilty of it in the power and custome of it:
2 That the Scripture makes this fault, to be a Signen of a wicked and naughty person, Pro 6.12.14. & 21.24. especially, where one is guilty of it in the power and custom of it:
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for it makes a breach in his spirit within, Prov. 15.4. and brings much mischiefe upon him without, Pro. 17.20. and further, it makes him abominable in the sight of God, Pro. 3.32. & 8 13. & 11.20. and shames him almost incurably amongst men, Pro. 12.8. & 25.9. 10. and further, no body that is wise will make any friendship with them;
for it makes a breach in his Spirit within, Curae 15.4. and brings much mischief upon him without, Pro 17.20. and further, it makes him abominable in the sighed of God, Pro 3.32. & 8 13. & 11.20. and shames him almost incurably among men, Pro 12.8. & 25.9. 10. and further, no body that is wise will make any friendship with them;
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but every body will avoide them, asmuch as they can, Prov. 22.24. Wives that be so froward, and peevish, and hard to please, and unquiet, should much thinke of these things.
but every body will avoid them, as as they can, Curae 22.24. Wives that be so froward, and peevish, and hard to please, and unquiet, should much think of these things.
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Such wives as are so diligent to study their husbands dueties, and to finde fault with them in their callings, seldome or never live quietly with their husbands:
Such wives as Are so diligent to study their Husbands duties, and to find fault with them in their callings, seldom or never live quietly with their Husbands:
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whereas the Apostle here, would have such wives as have ill husbands, to lay the ground of a quiet life, in the care of sound discharge of their owne dueties to their husbands.
whereas the Apostle Here, would have such wives as have ill Husbands, to lay the ground of a quiet life, in the care of found discharge of their own duties to their Husbands.
but if they perceive their hearts rising, and inclined to passion, and provoking and censorious words, they must presently lay necessity of silence upon themselves, till they be able to speak quietly and without frowardnesse.
but if they perceive their hearts rising, and inclined to passion, and provoking and censorious words, they must presently lay necessity of silence upon themselves, till they be able to speak quietly and without frowardness.
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only we may note from the indefinite requiring of meeknesse, That Christians, and in particular, Christian wives, must exercise meeknesse and quietnesse towards all persons,
only we may note from the indefinite requiring of meekness, That Christians, and in particular, Christian wives, must exercise meekness and quietness towards all Persons,
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towards all persons, and so they must carry themselves quietly, not onely towards their husbands, but towards their servants, and their neighbours, whether they be poore or rich: And at all times.
towards all Persons, and so they must carry themselves quietly, not only towards their Husbands, but towards their Servants, and their neighbours, whither they be poor or rich: And At all times.
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They must not be yongue Saints, and old deville, as the proverb is; that is, of a soft and gen•le behaviour at first, and then grow froward afterwards.
They must not be yongue Saints, and old deville, as the proverb is; that is, of a soft and gen•le behaviour At First, and then grow froward afterwards.
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and in the Scriptures, hee gives the terme of riches to their gifts, 1. Cor. 1.5. and grace is called glory, Esay 4.5. and God is described, as if he were in love with his people, when they carry themselves graciously, Iohn 14.21.
and in the Scriptures, he gives the term of riches to their Gifts, 1. Cor. 1.5. and grace is called glory, Isaiah 4.5. and God is described, as if he were in love with his people, when they carry themselves graciously, John 14.21.
This all are charged, Heb. 12.28. and so wives here, and so seruants, Eph. 6.5. 6. 7. The praise and acceptation of God should bee ever before their eyes:
This all Are charged, Hebrew 12.28. and so wives Here, and so Servants, Ephesians 6.5. 6. 7. The praise and acceptation of God should be ever before their eyes:
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his Word is the light to our feet, and the lanthorn to our paths, Psal. 119. and is onely able to make the man of God perfect in every good word and worke, 2. Tim. 3. ult. and besides,
his Word is the Light to our feet, and the lantern to our paths, Psalm 119. and is only able to make the man of God perfect in every good word and work, 2. Tim. 3. ult. and beside,
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For either they may praise us for that which is abominable in the sight of God, Luke 16.15. or they may dispraise us when we doe well, or at best, their praise is mutable.
For either they may praise us for that which is abominable in the sighed of God, Lycia 16.15. or they may dispraise us when we do well, or At best, their praise is mutable.
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1 Wee must bee sure, that wee are not in the flesh: for they that are in the flesh, cannot please God, Rom. 8.8. Wee must be sure we are new creatures, Gal. 6.15. 2 Wee must set God alwaies before us, and remember his holy presence, Gen. 17.2. Psal. 16.8. God cannot abide to be forgotten.
1 we must be sure, that we Are not in the Flesh: for they that Are in the Flesh, cannot please God, Rom. 8.8. we must be sure we Are new creatures, Gal. 6.15. 2 we must Set God always before us, and Remember his holy presence, Gen. 17.2. Psalm 16.8. God cannot abide to be forgotten.
3 We must come to the light, that it may bee manifest that our workes are wrought in God, Iohn 3.22. Wee must walke by rule, Gal. 6.16. and doe all in faith, Heb. 11.6. 4 Wee must serve God in our spirits, aswell as in our outward man: not as men-pleasers.
3 We must come to the Light, that it may be manifest that our works Are wrought in God, John 3.22. we must walk by Rule, Gal. 6.16. and do all in faith, Hebrew 11.6. 4 we must serve God in our spirits, aswell as in our outward man: not as men-pleasers.
or with eye-service, or with outward worship; but from the heart, and with the spirit, Rom. 2.28.29. Eph 6.5.6.7. 5 Wee must make conscience of the least sinnes, to avoide them;
or with eye-service, or with outward worship; but from the heart, and with the Spirit, Rom. 2.28.29. Ephesians 6.5.6.7. 5 we must make conscience of the least Sins, to avoid them;
and of the least commandements, to obey them, if we would be great in Heaven, Matth. 5.19. Divers of these are exprest in one sentence, Mich. 6.8. Hee hath shewed thee, O man, what is good, and what the Lord requireth of thee;
and of the least Commandments, to obey them, if we would be great in Heaven, Matthew 5.19. Diverse of these Are expressed in one sentence, Mich. 6.8. He hath showed thee, Oh man, what is good, and what the Lord requires of thee;
6 We must avoid those sins that God especially hates: such as are Swearing, Commandement 3. Deut. 28.58. lukewarmnesse in religion, Rev. 3.15.16. persecuting such as feare God, 1. Thes. 2.15 16. wilfull fashioning our selves after this world, Rom. 12.1.2. to blesse our selves in our hearts against Gods curses, Deut. 29.19. through impatience or unbeliefe, to withdraw our selves in adversity, Heb. 10. 38. and in generall, all grosse sinnes, Rev. 22.15. Doct. 3. The best riches a Christian hath, are his vertues and gifts of his minde:
6 We must avoid those Sins that God especially hates: such as Are Swearing, Commandment 3. Deuteronomy 28.58. lukewarmness in Religion, Rev. 3.15.16. persecuting such as Fear God, 1. Thebes 2.15 16. wilful fashioning our selves After this world, Rom. 12.1.2. to bless our selves in our hearts against God's curses, Deuteronomy 29.19. through impatience or unbelief, to withdraw our selves in adversity, Hebrew 10. 38. and in general, all gross Sins, Rev. 22.15. Doct. 3. The best riches a Christian hath, Are his Virtues and Gifts of his mind:
And it shewes the happy estate of poore Christians: they may be very rich for all their poverty outward, Revel. 2.8. neither may hypocrites please themselves, with saying they are rich, Rev. 3.17. for God will discover their counterfeit wares.
And it shows the happy estate of poor Christians: they may be very rich for all their poverty outward, Revel. 2.8. neither may Hypocrites please themselves, with saying they Are rich, Rev. 3.17. for God will discover their counterfeit wares.
secondly, because God formed the hearts of all men, and therefore must nees know them, Psal. 33.15. thirdly, because God, by his providence, doth specially watch over the world of spirits, and daily visits mens hearts, Iob 7.18. Psal. 17.3. and receives presentments of all abuses.
secondly, Because God formed the hearts of all men, and Therefore must nees know them, Psalm 33.15. Thirdly, Because God, by his providence, does specially watch over the world of spirits, and daily visits men's hearts, Job 7.18. Psalm 17.3. and receives presentments of all Abuses.
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Wee should therefore keepe our hearts with all diligence, Pro. 4. 23. And it may be a great comfort to the godly, against all the scornes and censures of the world, that traduceth them as hypocrites: for God sees their hearts;
we should Therefore keep our hearts with all diligence, Pro 4. 23. And it may be a great Comfort to the godly, against all the scorns and censures of the world, that traduceth them as Hypocrites: for God sees their hearts;
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he sees all the vanities and errours of thy imaginations, all thy lusts, and passions, and wicked desires, and all that frame of thy imaginations that are only evill continually:
he sees all the vanities and errors of thy Imaginations, all thy Lustiest, and passion, and wicked Desires, and all that frame of thy Imaginations that Are only evil continually:
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And this should be a great encouragement to all such Christians; and in particular, to christian Wives that are meek, and live quietly with their husbands:
And this should be a great encouragement to all such Christians; and in particular, to christian Wives that Are meek, and live quietly with their Husbands:
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IN these two verses is contained the confirmation of the Proposition, exhorting wives to be subject to their owne husbands, vers. 1. And this is made good by two reasons, both taken from example:
IN these two Verses is contained the confirmation of the Proposition, exhorting wives to be Subject to their own Husbands, vers. 1. And this is made good by two Reasons, both taken from Exampl:
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the one in generall, from the practise of holy women of ancient times, that did so carry themselves towards their husbands, vers. 5. the other in particular, from the practise of Sarah, the mother of faithfull women, vers. 6. The example generally considered, vers. 5. is described and commended sixe wayes:
the one in general, from the practice of holy women of ancient times, that did so carry themselves towards their Husbands, vers. 5. the other in particular, from the practice of Sarah, the mother of faithful women, vers. 6. The Exampl generally considered, vers. 5. is described and commended sixe ways:
First, we may hence evidently gather, That it is not enough for us to doe good but we should strive so to doe it, that wee might be examples to others, Tim. 4.11. Matt. 5.16. Phil. 2. 15. and that for divers reasons.
First, we may hence evidently gather, That it is not enough for us to do good but we should strive so to do it, that we might be Examples to Others, Tim. 4.11. Matt. 5.16. Philip 2. 15. and that for diverse Reasons.
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and there is a glory due to God, which must be collected from our workes done before men, Matt. 5. 16. Secondly, wee must so act our parts in godlinesse upon the Stage of this world, that we may thereby silence and convince wicked men, that out of their hatred to the truth,
and there is a glory due to God, which must be collected from our works done before men, Matt. 5. 16. Secondly, we must so act our parts in godliness upon the Stage of this world, that we may thereby silence and convince wicked men, that out of their hatred to the truth,
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For as the wicked take fire from evill examples, so doe the godly from good examples, both in Piety, 1. Thes. 4.7 and Mercie, 2. Cor. 8.1.6 &c. Which should worke an effectuall care in all godly Christians, to strive to expresse such conscience and power of godlinesse,
For as the wicked take fire from evil Examples, so do the godly from good Examples, both in Piety, 1. Thebes 4.7 and Mercy, 2. Cor. 8.1.6 etc. Which should work an effectual care in all godly Christians, to strive to express such conscience and power of godliness,
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and Masters of families, or Parents, that give such wretched examples to their children, and servants, in swearing, vanitie of apparell, filthinesse of life, passion, or the like.
and Masters of families, or Parents, that give such wretched Examples to their children, and Servants, in swearing, vanity of apparel, filthiness of life, passion, or the like.
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Secondly, we may hence note two singular vertues in a good example: the first is, That it may pro•te a world of people, 1. Thess. 1.7. Rom. 16. It is like the fire:
Secondly, we may hence note two singular Virtues in a good Exampl: the First is, That it may pro•te a world of people, 1. Thess 1.7. Rom. 16. It is like the fire:
•nd therefore one use should be, to teach Christians, by an •umble acknowledgement of the praises of others, to spread •broad the light of good examples as farre as they can, 1. Thes. 1.7, 8. And withall, it shewes the horrible sinne of those •retches, that strive to blemish the good conversation of the •odly,
•nd Therefore one use should be, to teach Christians, by an •umble acknowledgement of the praises of Others, to spread •broad the Light of good Examples as Far as they can, 1. Thebes 1.7, 8. And withal, it shows the horrible sin of those •retches, that strive to blemish the good Conversation of the •odly,
And inasmuch as God, by his providence, keepes burning so long the light of the good examples of his children, it will make the more to encrease the condemnation of such persons,
And inasmuch as God, by his providence, keeps burning so long the Light of the good Examples of his children, it will make the more to increase the condemnation of such Persons,
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Thirdly, we may hence gather, That a good example ought to be given, and may be taken from women aswell as men. Pro. 31.28.29. Matth. 26.13. Tit. 2.3, 4. And the reason is, Because God is no respecter of persons, but gives his gifts and graces to women aswell as men; as Scripture and experience shewes.
Thirdly, we may hence gather, That a good Exampl ought to be given, and may be taken from women aswell as men. Pro 31.28.29. Matthew 26.13. Tit. 2.3, 4. And the reason is, Because God is no respecter of Persons, but gives his Gifts and graces to women aswell as men; as Scripture and experience shows.
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God hath raised up the glory and light of many worthy women, and they have beene as eminent for holinesse and good workes, as men have beene. Thus in generall.
God hath raised up the glory and Light of many worthy women, and they have been as eminent for holiness and good works, as men have been. Thus in general.
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This rule is of great use, in ordering of conclusions, taken from examples in Scripture: examples have but the power of illustration of what was before in the precept.
This Rule is of great use, in ordering of conclusions, taken from Examples in Scripture: Examples have but the power of illustration of what was before in the precept.
Which should much prevaile with Christian women, to teach them to make more conscience of their carriage towards their husbands, seeing God hath ever required such a behaviour in all holy women of former ages.
Which should much prevail with Christian women, to teach them to make more conscience of their carriage towards their Husbands, seeing God hath ever required such a behaviour in all holy women of former ages.
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therefore are wee bidden to aske after the old way, Ier. 6.16 to aske of the daies that are past, Deut. 4.32. to remember the dayes of old, and to consider the yeares of many generations, Deut. 32.7.
Therefore Are we bidden to ask After the old Way, Jeremiah 6.16 to ask of the days that Are past, Deuteronomy 4.32. to Remember the days of old, and to Consider the Years of many generations, Deuteronomy 32.7.
And Ministers in publick teaching, must be like the good Scribe, that brings out of his treasury things both old and new, Matt. 13. 52. and Fathers must talke of the things of old time to their children, Psal. 44.1.
And Ministers in public teaching, must be like the good Scribe, that brings out of his treasury things both old and new, Matt. 13. 52. and Father's must talk of the things of old time to their children, Psalm 44.1.
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Antiquitie is ill pleaded in the cases following: as, 1 When Antiquitie is counterfeit: when that is called the old time, which in comparison was but yesterday;
Antiquity is ill pleaded in the cases following: as, 1 When Antiquity is counterfeit: when that is called the old time, which in comparison was but yesterday;
As the Papists leade us to the ages not long since past, and will not permit us to looke higher to the times of the Prophets and Apostles, which is the true Antiquity.
As the Papists lead us to the ages not long since past, and will not permit us to look higher to the times of the prophets and Apostles, which is the true Antiquity.
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And therefore our Saviour rejects the errors of the Pharisees, though they would confirme them by the sayings of olde time, Matth. 5. Iob 15.10. 3 In the case of sinne;
And Therefore our Saviour rejects the errors of the Pharisees, though they would confirm them by the sayings of old time, Matthew 5. Job 15.10. 3 In the case of sin;
And the godly pray, Remember not against us our old iniquities. Psal. 79.8. and the wicked are condemned for not purging out their old sinnes, 2. Pet. 1.9.
And the godly prey, remember not against us our old iniquities. Psalm 79.8. and the wicked Are condemned for not purging out their old Sins, 2. Pet. 1.9.
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so about Gods service, old courses are hatefull, if they be Idolatrous & superstitious: and therefore they were condemned for doing after the old manner, 2. Reg. 17.34.
so about God's service, old courses Are hateful, if they be Idolatrous & superstitious: and Therefore they were condemned for doing After the old manner, 2. Reg. 17.34.
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and they are reproved by the Prophet Ieremy, that so commended the old times of Idolatry, Ierem. 44. 4 When God abolisheth the old things, and brings in new:
and they Are reproved by the Prophet Ieremy, that so commended the old times of Idolatry, Jeremiah 44. 4 When God abolisheth the old things, and brings in new:
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Heb. 8.6, 7, 13. 2. Cor. 5.17. 5 In the case of the discoverie of such mysteries, as for the time of revealing them, depend upon the good pleasure of God only;
Hebrew 8.6, 7, 13. 2. Cor. 5.17. 5 In the case of the discovery of such Mysteres, as for the time of revealing them, depend upon the good pleasure of God only;
so things hidden for ages and generations, are revealed in the Gospell, and yet must not be rejected. Col. 1.16. 6 When old times are pleaded, of purpose to lessen the glorie or profit of the present workes of Gods power and mercy. Esa. 43.18.
so things hidden for ages and generations, Are revealed in the Gospel, and yet must not be rejected. Col. 1.16. 6 When old times Are pleaded, of purpose to lessen the glory or profit of the present works of God's power and mercy. Isaiah 43.18.
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and will not profit by those they have, Mat. 23. 7 When it is used in defence of publick disorders, and offences, and grievances in Church or Common-wealth.
and will not profit by those they have, Mathew 23. 7 When it is used in defence of public disorders, and offences, and grievances in Church or Commonwealth.
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They shall build the old wasts, saith the Prophet. Isa. 61.4. 8 When particular Christians do misapply it, to confirme them in their unbeleefe or doubting;
They shall built the old wasts, Says the Prophet. Isaiah 61.4. 8 When particular Christians do misapply it, to confirm them in their unbelief or doubting;
And if we get Davids affections to God and goodnesse, and will attend upon Gods mercie in the meanes, we shall have the sure mercies of David. Isa. 55.1, 4.
And if we get Davids affections to God and Goodness, and will attend upon God's mercy in the means, we shall have the sure Mercies of David. Isaiah 55.1, 4.
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1 The workes of Gods power and mercie, Deuter. 32.7. 2. Kings 19.25. Psal. 44.2. and God is well pleased to be urged with arguments taken from his old dealing with his people:
1 The works of God's power and mercy, Deuter 32.7. 2. Kings 19.25. Psalm 44.2. and God is well pleased to be urged with Arguments taken from his old dealing with his people:
Arise as in the dayes of old, Isa. 51.9. so in Mich. 7.14, 20. and hath left the memorie of them upon record, that wee might thence confirme our weake faith.
Arise as in the days of old, Isaiah 51.9. so in Mich. 7.14, 20. and hath left the memory of them upon record, that we might thence confirm our weak faith.
2 The particular experiences we have had of Gods goodnesse towards us. Thus David remembers dayes of old, Psal. 77.6. & 143.5. 3 The profitable determinations of right in judiciall things, betweene man and man:
2 The particular experiences we have had of God's Goodness towards us. Thus David remembers days of old, Psalm 77.6. & 143.5. 3 The profitable determinations of right in judicial things, between man and man:
as the orders of the Iewes, to have the preaching of Moses in every Citie on the Sabbath day, Acts 15.21. This order is the more observeable, as for other reasons, so because it was so in old times. 5 Gods commandements:
as the order of the Iewes, to have the preaching of Moses in every city on the Sabbath day, Acts 15.21. This order is the more observable, as for other Reasons, so Because it was so in old times. 5 God's Commandments:
so as a due respect be had to equall comparison in the nature of the things questioned. Iob 32.6. 7 In the examples and patternes of well-doing, that have had due conformitie to Gods will revealed in his precepts:
so as a due respect be had to equal comparison in the nature of the things questioned. Job 32.6. 7 In the Examples and patterns of welldoing, that have had due conformity to God's will revealed in his Precepts:
and of Ruth, obedience to their parents, and constant love to religion; and of the Shunamitish woman, 2. Reg. 4.8. &c. and of Lidia, Acts 16.14. and of Phebe, Rom. 16. 2. to be entertainers of Gods servants, & to succour them;
and of Ruth, Obedience to their Parents, and constant love to Religion; and of the Shunammite woman, 2. Reg. 4.8. etc. and of Lidia, Acts 16.14. and of Phebe, Rom. 16. 2. to be entertainers of God's Servants, & to succour them;
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and of the good woman in the Proverbes, chap. 31. and of Priscilla, and Salomons mother, Pro. 30.1, 2. and Timothies mother and grand-mother, 2. Tim. 14 to get the law of grace into their lipps, to instruct others;
and of the good woman in the Proverbs, chap. 31. and of Priscilla, and Solomon's mother, Pro 30.1, 2. and Timothies mother and grandmother, 2. Tim. 14 to get the law of grace into their lips, to instruct Others;
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and of Hester, to keepe religious Fasts to God, with their maides and children, Hest. 4.16 and of the Virgin Mary, to lay up the words of Christ in their hearts;
and of Esther, to keep religious Fasts to God, with their maids and children, Hest. 4.16 and of the Virgae Marry, to lay up the words of christ in their hearts;
and therefore if women that are the weaker sexe, cannot get holinesse but withall they trust in God, it is implyedly cleere, That all the godly doe trust in God.
and Therefore if women that Are the Weaker sex, cannot get holiness but withal they trust in God, it is impliedly clear, That all the godly do trust in God.
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The house of Israel and the house of Aaron, Priests and people, even all that feare the Lord must trust in the Lord, Psal. 115.9, 10, 11. and all the Gentiles must trust in the Lord, Rom. 15.12. It is the Periphrasis of God, to be the confidence of all the ends of the earth, Psal. 65.5.
The house of Israel and the house of Aaron, Priests and people, even all that Fear the Lord must trust in the Lord, Psalm 115.9, 10, 11. and all the Gentiles must trust in the Lord, Rom. 15.12. It is the Periphrasis of God, to be the confidence of all the ends of the earth, Psalm 65.5.
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secondly, Gods promise that he will be the hope of his people, even of all his people, Ioel 3.16. and they have a sure word of the Prophets to warrant their trust, 2. Pet. 1.19.
secondly, God's promise that he will be the hope of his people, even of all his people, Joel 3.16. and they have a sure word of the prophets to warrant their trust, 2. Pet. 1.19.
And therefore the use should be, to teach us to try our hearts soundly, whether we be such as trust in God, seeing in this thing lyeth one great part of our evidence about true grace.
And Therefore the use should be, to teach us to try our hearts soundly, whither we be such as trust in God, seeing in this thing lies one great part of our evidence about true grace.
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1 By making God their refuge in all their distresses, and by pouring out their hearts before him in prayer and supplication. 2. Sam. 22.3, 4. Psal. 62.8.
1 By making God their refuge in all their Distresses, and by pouring out their hearts before him in prayer and supplication. 2. Sam. 22.3, 4. Psalm 62.8.
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3 By relying upon God in times of distresse, without using any ill meanes or courses, that they know or feare to bee unlawfull. Esay 28.16. with 1. Chron. 10.13, 14. but still waite upon God till he helpe them. Psal. 33.20. 4 By accounting God to be their portion, and sufficient heritage. Psal. 16.1, 5, 6. 5 By setting the Lord alwayes before them.
3 By relying upon God in times of distress, without using any ill means or courses, that they know or Fear to be unlawful. Isaiah 28.16. with 1. Chronicles 10.13, 14. but still wait upon God till he help them. Psalm 33.20. 4 By accounting God to be their portion, and sufficient heritage. Psalm 16.1, 5, 6. 5 By setting the Lord always before them.
and their tongues from words of reproach or reproofe: they are as deafe or dumbe men. Psal. 38.13, 14, 15.1. Tim. 4.10. 8 By contemning the glory of the world, and not regarding or seeking dependancies upon proude and sinfull persons. Psal. 40.4. 9 By the joy and contentment they take in the house of God;
and their tongues from words of reproach or reproof: they Are as deaf or dumb men. Psalm 38.13, 14, 15.1. Tim. 4.10. 8 By contemning the glory of the world, and not regarding or seeking dependencies upon proud and sinful Persons. Psalm 40.4. 9 By the joy and contentment they take in the house of God;
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and feele the refreshing of his Name. Psal. 52.8, 9. 10 By their thankfulnesse, and great desires to praise God, when they finde the experiences of Gods providence, in grace and bounty towards them.
and feel the refreshing of his Name. Psalm 52.8, 9. 10 By their thankfulness, and great Desires to praise God, when they find the experiences of God's providence, in grace and bounty towards them.
but yet they cast their burthens upon God when they feele them. Psal. 55.22. They may be affraid, and yet trust in God. Psal. 56.3. They may cry and make great moane, and that a long time.
but yet they cast their burdens upon God when they feel them. Psalm 55.22. They may be afraid, and yet trust in God. Psalm 56.3. They may cry and make great moan, and that a long time.
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And therefore in diverse Scriptures they are pronounced to be very blessed that can doe it, Psal. 84 12. & 34.8. and it is reckoned as a great ornament and glory in great Princes, as 2. Reg. 18.5. Psal. 21.8. and the chiefe praise of the Fathers and Patriarches of the Church, Psal. 22.5. And the reasons are diverse.
And Therefore in diverse Scriptures they Are pronounced to be very blessed that can do it, Psalm 84 12. & 34.8. and it is reckoned as a great ornament and glory in great Princes, as 2. Reg. 18.5. Psalm 21.8. and the chief praise of the Father's and Patriarchs of the Church, Psalm 22.5. And the Reasons Are diverse.
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1 Because it is a supernaturall power in any man or woman, because it is grounded upon things not seene, Rom. 8.24. 2 Because the Lord taketh speciall pleasure in this grace, and taketh notice of such as can exercise it, above all others:
1 Because it is a supernatural power in any man or woman, Because it is grounded upon things not seen, Rom. 8.24. 2 Because the Lord Takes special pleasure in this grace, and Takes notice of such as can exercise it, above all Others:
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We reade that fire kindled against Iacob for not beleeving in God, and not trusting in his salvation, Psal. 78.22. 3 Because the trust in other things, will prove the shame and confusion of a man, Esay 30.2.
We read that fire kindled against Iacob for not believing in God, and not trusting in his salvation, Psalm 78.22. 3 Because the trust in other things, will prove the shame and confusion of a man, Isaiah 30.2.
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1 It establisheth a mans heart, and makes it fixed and immoveable, Psal. 112.7, 8. & 31.24. so as hee can endure things that are almost beyond beleefe, if it be rightly exercised. Isa. 14.32. coh. Psal. 27.3. 2 It procureth from God all things a mans heart can desire, or his condition any way need. 2. Sam. 22.2, 3. psa. 5.11, 12. It gets a man marvellous loving kindnesse from God.
1 It Establisheth a men heart, and makes it fixed and immoveable, Psalm 112.7, 8. & 31.24. so as he can endure things that Are almost beyond belief, if it be rightly exercised. Isaiah 14.32. coh. Psalm 27.3. 2 It procureth from God all things a men heart can desire, or his condition any Way need. 2. Sam. 22.2, 3. psa. 5.11, 12. It gets a man marvellous loving kindness from God.
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ps. 17.7 so great experience of Gods goodnesse, as cannot be uttered. Psal. 31.19. Mercy shall compasse them about, when many sorrowes shall be to the wicked, Psal. 32.10. His mercie will be upon us, according as we have hope in him, Psal. 33.22. & 55.22. & 91.1. &c. It is the best way, eyther to preserve us from trouble, or to deliver us out of trouble, of what kinde soever, Psal. 130.7. Esay 25.4 & 26.3, 4. 2. Chron. •3. 18. 3 It openeth for us a most comfortable intertainment in Gods house:
psalm. 17.7 so great experience of God's Goodness, as cannot be uttered. Psalm 31.19. Mercy shall compass them about, when many sorrows shall be to the wicked, Psalm 32.10. His mercy will be upon us, according as we have hope in him, Psalm 33.22. & 55.22. & 91.1. etc. It is the best Way, either to preserve us from trouble, or to deliver us out of trouble, of what kind soever, Psalm 130.7. Isaiah 25.4 & 26.3, 4. 2. Chronicles •3. 18. 3 It Openeth for us a most comfortable entertainment in God's house:
or a foot out of joint. Pro. 25.19. and the ground of our trust must be in the merits of Iesus Christ. Ephe. 1.12. 4 When we know God to be our God, we must strive to get our hearts to it, to make God our portion;
or a foot out of joint. Pro 25.19. and the ground of our trust must be in the merits of Iesus christ. Ephes 1.12. 4 When we know God to be our God, we must strive to get our hearts to it, to make God our portion;
and to let us heare of his loving kindnesse in the morning, to encourage us in all good courses. Psal. 14•. 8. 6 Wee must be sure wee doe not draw upon our selves needlesse troubles, Prov. 28.25. and when wee are in a good way, we should not give way to our owne vaine feares. Proverb. 29.25. 7 When we finde troubles to arise, and feare and care to surprise us, we must make our refuge, to get one selves under the shadow of Gods wings, till the calamitie be overpast. Psal. 57.1. & 91.1.
and to let us hear of his loving kindness in the morning, to encourage us in all good courses. Psalm 14•. 8. 6 we must be sure we do not draw upon our selves needless Troubles, Curae 28.25. and when we Are in a good Way, we should not give Way to our own vain fears. Proverb. 29.25. 7 When we find Troubles to arise, and Fear and care to surprise us, we must make our refuge, to get one selves under the shadow of God's wings, till the calamity be overpast. Psalm 57.1. & 91.1.
Secondly, seeing to trust in God is such an excellent grace, such as doe endevour to practise this trust in God, must looke to diverse rules in the exercise of it, which are necessarie to a right trusting in God: as,
Secondly, seeing to trust in God is such an excellent grace, such as do endeavour to practise this trust in God, must look to diverse rules in the exercise of it, which Are necessary to a right trusting in God: as,
1 They must trust him with their hearts: their soules must trust in God. Psal. 57.1. & 28.8. 2 They must put all their trust in God: God will have no partners.
1 They must trust him with their hearts: their Souls must trust in God. Psalm 57.1. & 28.8. 2 They must put all their trust in God: God will have no partners.
3 They must trust in God at all times, continually, and with praise for what they have felt of Gods goodnesse. Psal. 62.8. & 71.14. Esa. 26.4. 4 If God doe deferre to answer our helpe, they must wait for the Lord: their soules must waite. Psal. 130.5, 6. 5 They must make the most High their habitation:
3 They must trust in God At all times, continually, and with praise for what they have felt of God's Goodness. Psalm 62.8. & 71.14. Isaiah 26.4. 4 If God do defer to answer our help, they must wait for the Lord: their Souls must wait. Psalm 130.5, 6. 5 They must make the most High their habitation:
or neglect the use of any lawfull meanes. Pro. 16.20. 7 Their trust in God, must be joined with an awfull feare of God, and sense of their owne unworthinesse:
or neglect the use of any lawful means. Pro 16.20. 7 Their trust in God, must be joined with an awful Fear of God, and sense of their own unworthiness:
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they must not be conceited persons, or despise the care of their wayes. Psal. 147.11. 8 They must declare all Gods workes, that is, they must labour to glorifie God, by telling others of the experiences they have had of Gods goodnesse. Psal. 73. ult.
they must not be conceited Persons, or despise the care of their ways. Psalm 147.11. 8 They must declare all God's works, that is, they must labour to Glorify God, by telling Others of the experiences they have had of God's Goodness. Psalm 73. ult.
for by the doctrine and reasons before, it appeares plainely, that they doe both holily and happily by committing all to God. Psal. 14.4, 7. & 22.9. Thus of the second doctrine.
for by the Doctrine and Reasons before, it appears plainly, that they do both holily and happily by committing all to God. Psalm 14.4, 7. & 22.9. Thus of the second Doctrine.
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& seldom look up to God. And besides, it produceth excellent effects: for it makes them subject to their husbands, and that with all quietnesse, and meekenesse,
& seldom look up to God. And beside, it Produceth excellent effects: for it makes them Subject to their Husbands, and that with all quietness, and meekness,
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and unquietnes, and such as are so farre from comforting their husbands in distresse, that they rather adde affliction to their afflictions, by censuring them and crossing them;
and unquietness, and such as Are so Far from comforting their Husbands in distress, that they rather add affliction to their afflictions, by censuring them and crossing them;
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Yea, it may be observed, that some wives that professe Religion, and are unquiet and live frowardly and stubbornly towards their husbands, they are unquiet in their consciences too,
Yea, it may be observed, that Some wives that profess Religion, and Are unquiet and live frowardly and stubbornly towards their Husbands, they Are unquiet in their Consciences too,
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And it is just with God it should be so, that such women as dare live in known transgressions against their husbands, should not know their portion in the consolation of God:
And it is just with God it should be so, that such women as Dare live in known transgressions against their Husbands, should not know their portion in the consolation of God:
and those were the comeliest and best apparelled women, in the sight of God, their husbands and good men, that were most quiet and easie to be governed,
and those were the comeliest and best appareled women, in the sighed of God, their Husbands and good men, that were most quiet and easy to be governed,
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And so on the contrary, a wife were a very unhandsome woman, and not fit to please any wise man, that were of a froward and unquiet disposition, eyther through anger, or crying, or the like;
And so on the contrary, a wife were a very unhandsome woman, and not fit to please any wise man, that were of a froward and unquiet disposition, either through anger, or crying, or the like;
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or a Mistris indefinitely, meaning that she should have a great posteritie: as the mans name was changed into Abraham, and signified a father of many nations.
or a Mistress indefinitely, meaning that she should have a great posterity: as the men name was changed into Abraham, and signified a father of many Nations.
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3 We may here observe the wonderfull goodnesse of God towards his servants, that in a great heape of sinne, can see & accept of a little spark of true grace.
3 We may Here observe the wonderful Goodness of God towards his Servants, that in a great heap of sin, can see & accept of a little spark of true grace.
The whole sentence of Sarah was vile and prophane, only that word was good: God praiseth her for that was good, and passeth by the great fault she committed.
The Whole sentence of Sarah was vile and profane, only that word was good: God Praiseth her for that was good, and passes by the great fault she committed.
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Yea we may note, that God is so well pleased with her loving subjection to her husband, that hee is content to forgive her great sinne of unbeliefe against him.
Yea we may note, that God is so well pleased with her loving subjection to her husband, that he is content to forgive her great sin of unbelief against him.
Yea it is probable, that her great respect of her husband, made her the more willingly to beleeve Gods promise afterwards: for, Heb. 11.11. she is commended iudging God to be faithfull, who had promised her a child, though at first she laughed at it.
Yea it is probable, that her great respect of her husband, made her the more willingly to believe God's promise afterwards: for, Hebrew 11.11. she is commended judging God to be faithful, who had promised her a child, though At First she laughed At it.
2 In respect of inheriting the love and blessing of God which Sarah had, they shall be her daughters, that is, they shall have the same portion from God,
2 In respect of inheriting the love and blessing of God which Sarah had, they shall be her daughters, that is, they shall have the same portion from God,
Godly women were not borne daughters of Sarah, but became so after their new birth. 7 That that which breeds this spirituall kindred, is not being Gossips at the Font,
Godly women were not born daughters of Sarah, but became so After their new birth. 7 That that which breeds this spiritual kindred, is not being Gossips At the Font,
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They must follow Sarah in her well-doing: they must not imitate her in her frowardnesse, Gen. 16.5. nor in her bold a•venturing of her chastitie, though it were upon pretence of saving her husbands life, Gen. 12.11, 12. And this condemnes those women, that so wilfully alledge the examples of others, to uphold them in such behaviour as their owne consciences tell is naught.
They must follow Sarah in her welldoing: they must not imitate her in her frowardness, Gen. 16.5. nor in her bold a•venturing of her chastity, though it were upon pretence of Saving her Husbands life, Gen. 12.11, 12. And this condemns those women, that so wilfully allege the Examples of Others, to uphold them in such behaviour as their own Consciences tell is nought.
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Some women are at first quiet, sober, loving to their husbands, good house-wives, &c. and yet after a time they grow froward, excessive in apparell, dyet,
some women Are At First quiet, Sobrium, loving to their Husbands, good housewives, etc. and yet After a time they grow froward, excessive in apparel, diet,
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Answ. Impenitencie in any sinne, will staine any action, though it be in it selfe never so good. Esa. 1.13, 16. 2 An ill end will defile a good action;
Answer Impenitency in any sin, will stain any actium, though it be in it self never so good. Isaiah 1.13, 16. 2 an ill end will defile a good actium;
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to doe it of purpose to be seene of men, Matth. 6. or as men-pleasers, in the case of wives, or servants, or subjects, &c. 3 Vnbeleefe makes all actions ill, Whatsoever is not of faith is sinne :
to do it of purpose to be seen of men, Matthew 6. or as men-pleasers, in the case of wives, or Servants, or subject's, etc. 3 Unbelief makes all actions ill, Whatsoever is not of faith is sin:
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when we eyther know not the warrant of it, or beleeve not Gods acceptation. 4 Rashnesse and indiscretion marres good actions, Prov. 19.2. when men have not respect to the circumstances of well doing, or the provision should goe to it:
when we either know not the warrant of it, or believe not God's acceptation. 4 Rashness and indiscretion mars good actions, Curae 19.2. when men have not respect to the Circumstances of well doing, or the provision should go to it:
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when good duties are done rudely, and without respect of due time and place, &c. We should be wise to doe good. Rom. 16.19. 5 Vnwillingnesse defiles a good action:
when good duties Are done rudely, and without respect of due time and place, etc. We should be wise to do good. Rom. 16.19. 5 Unwillingness defiles a good actium:
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when it seemes evill to us to serve God, Iosh. 24.14. when our works are dead workes. Heb. 9.14. Deut. 28.47. 6 When the fruit men beare is not their owne fruit:
when it seems evil to us to serve God, Joshua 24.14. when our works Are dead works. Hebrew 9.14. Deuteronomy 28.47. 6 When the fruit men bear is not their own fruit:
when men trust to their owne wits, reason, skill, or any gifts, and doe not all they doe in the name of Iesus Christ. Col. 3.17. Phil. 3.3. and in particular, conceitednesse, and to be wise in themselves, and proude, will marre any action.
when men trust to their own wits, reason, skill, or any Gifts, and do not all they do in the name of Iesus christ. Col. 3.17. Philip 3.3. and in particular, conceitedness, and to be wise in themselves, and proud, will mar any actium.
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All should be done in meekenesse of wisedome. 8 Inconstancie shames any action; when we are wearie of well doing, or wavering, or decline and goe backwards:
All should be done in meekness of Wisdom. 8 Inconstancy shames any actium; when we Are weary of well doing, or wavering, or decline and go backwards:
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Quest. Can any thing wee doe be well done, seeing all our righteousnesse is as a menstruous cloth? Esa. 64.6. Answ. Our workes in themselves are none well done, but by Gods indulgence assured unto us in the new Covenant: Where h.
Quest. Can any thing we do be well done, seeing all our righteousness is as a menstruous cloth? Isaiah 64.6. Answer Our works in themselves Are none well done, but by God's indulgence assured unto us in the new Covenant: Where h.
he should let no time passe without well doing. 2. Tim. 2.21. 2. Cor. 9.8. Psal. 106.2. Col. 3.10. 1. Thess. 5.15. 1. Tim. 5.10. And that for many reasons.
he should let no time pass without well doing. 2. Tim. 2.21. 2. Cor. 9.8. Psalm 106.2. Col. 3.10. 1. Thess 5.15. 1. Tim. 5.10. And that for many Reasons.
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therefore should he be wholy devoted to the doing of good. Rom. 12.1. 3 Because wee have our taske set us, and ever the more worke we doe, the sooner we shall fulfill the measure prescribed us.
Therefore should he be wholly devoted to the doing of good. Rom. 12.1. 3 Because we have our task Set us, and ever the more work we do, the sooner we shall fulfil the measure prescribed us.
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4 Because hereby we shall much glorifie God, Matt. 5.16. and silence wicked men. 1. Pet. 2.12, 15. 5 Because God is faithfull, and will not forget our works and labour; we shall be rewarded accordingly.
4 Because hereby we shall much Glorify God, Matt. 5.16. and silence wicked men. 1. Pet. 2.12, 15. 5 Because God is faithful, and will not forget our works and labour; we shall be rewarded accordingly.
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If wee sowe sparingly, we shall reape sparingly. 2. Cor. 9. Heb. 6.11. Gal. 6.9. God giveth us richly to enjoy all things in this world. 1. Tim. 6.17. and our continuance in well doing will be marvellously rewarded in heaven. Rom. 2.7.
If we sow sparingly, we shall reap sparingly. 2. Cor. 9. Hebrew 6.11. Gal. 6.9. God gives us richly to enjoy all things in this world. 1. Tim. 6.17. and our Continuance in well doing will be marvellously rewarded in heaven. Rom. 2.7.
Now, that we may doe much good, wee must pray God to stablish us in everie good word and worke. 2. Thess. 2.17. and withall, we must furnish our selves with directions out of the Scriptures, and studie the rules of life there prescribed. 2. Tim. 3.16, 17. Iam. 3.17. and then we must be sure to make use of all the opportunities of well doing.
Now, that we may do much good, we must pray God to establish us in every good word and work. 2. Thess 2.17. and withal, we must furnish our selves with directions out of the Scriptures, and study the rules of life there prescribed. 2. Tim. 3.16, 17. Iam. 3.17. and then we must be sure to make use of all the opportunities of well doing.
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If they will bee Sarahs daughters, then they must learne of Sarah, to beare the troubles and afflions may befall them and their husbands, without disquietnes and amazement.
If they will be Sarahs daughters, then they must Learn of Sarah, to bear the Troubles and afflions may befall them and their Husbands, without disquietness and amazement.
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Sarah could leave her owne countrey, and was a comfort to her husband; and we never reade that shee any way discouraged her husband, or complained of miserie,
Sarah could leave her own country, and was a Comfort to her husband; and we never read that she any Way discouraged her husband, or complained of misery,
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But I thinke the words may be interpreted in generall, as contayning a prohibition of excessive feares and consternation of minde, which is often found in women, to the great offence and disquieting of their husbands.
But I think the words may be interpreted in general, as containing a prohibition of excessive fears and consternation of mind, which is often found in women, to the great offence and disquieting of their Husbands.
as in the cases of rumours of warres or seditions, readie to seaze upon a people, Luke 21.9. or in the case of a conceit that one sees a ghost or spirit, Luke 24.37, And such as eyther of these, doe women sometimes fall into: and this the Apostle forbids.
as in the cases of rumours of wars or seditions, ready to seize upon a people, Lycia 21.9. or in the case of a conceit that one sees a ghost or Spirit, Lycia 24.37, And such as either of these, do women sometime fallen into: and this the Apostle forbids.
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Answ. The Apostle might well imagine diverse causes of this frailtie. 1 They had husbands that were Infidels, which might be a great grievance to them:
Answer The Apostle might well imagine diverse Causes of this frailty. 1 They had Husbands that were Infidels, which might be a great grievance to them:
In the Proposition may be observed, first, the word of connexion, Likewise. Secondly, the terme of application, Yee. Thirdly, the persons charged, Husbands. Fourthly, the duetie imposed, viz. Dwell with them.
In the Proposition may be observed, First, the word of connexion, Likewise. Secondly, the term of application, Ye. Thirdly, the Persons charged, Husbands. Fourthly, the duty imposed, viz. Dwell with them.
and therefore now may the more willingly attend to his owne duetie. Secondly, because things last spoken, have usually the greatest & longest impression upon the heart:
and Therefore now may the more willingly attend to his own duty. Secondly, Because things last spoken, have usually the greatest & longest impression upon the heart:
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If the head be out of order, how can the bodie be well? and the wife being the image of the husband, what shall she learne of him if he give an ill patterne? If the eye be darke,
If the head be out of order, how can the body be well? and the wife being the image of the husband, what shall she Learn of him if he give an ill pattern? If the eye be dark,
how can the bodie be light? If the Pilot of the Ship be ignorant and carelesse, what safetie can the Ship be in? Besides, what a world of hurt will the ill example of the husband doe in the family, eyther in children or servants?
how can the body be Light? If the Pilot of the Ship be ignorant and careless, what safety can the Ship be in? Beside, what a world of hurt will the ill Exampl of the husband do in the family, either in children or Servants?
And besides, in that tender age of the Christian world, the Apostles in discretion said lesse to superiours, to avoide provocation of irreligious husbands,
And beside, in that tender age of the Christian world, the Apostles in discretion said less to superiors, to avoid provocation of irreligious Husbands,
Before I come to the dutie charged upon Husbands, it will not be unprofitable, by way of Preface, to use some motives to such husbands as will make conscience of their wayes, to perswade them to be verie carefull of their charge.
Before I come to the duty charged upon Husbands, it will not be unprofitable, by Way of Preface, to use Some motives to such Husbands as will make conscience of their ways, to persuade them to be very careful of their charge.
The reasons used in the Text afterwards, I will not now meddle withall, but only put them in minde of some few things which ought to be effectuall to perswade them.
The Reasons used in the Text afterwards, I will not now meddle withal, but only put them in mind of Some few things which ought to be effectual to persuade them.
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They are the life of their lives, as it were: God hath made the wife to depend upon them for comfort, and direction, and preservation. 3 From their prerogatives:
They Are the life of their lives, as it were: God hath made the wife to depend upon them for Comfort, and direction, and preservation. 3 From their prerogatives:
and dissolutenesse? Did Christ doe so to the Church? Besides, it should much move him, that God hath, in the most things, left the husband free from the lawes of men.
and dissoluteness? Did christ doe so to the Church? Beside, it should much move him, that God hath, in the most things, left the husband free from the laws of men.
and hath not God made him both King and Priest in his family? His household is a little kingdome or a little Church, where hee is of soveraigne power, and hath great supremacy;
and hath not God made him both King and Priest in his family? His household is a little Kingdom or a little Church, where he is of sovereign power, and hath great supremacy;
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and whom with so much desire he longed after, and it may be, praied for. But especially let him consider, that God hath bound him to his wife by covenant;
and whom with so much desire he longed After, and it may be, prayed for. But especially let him Consider, that God hath bound him to his wife by Covenant;
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and how the doctrine will fit them, and so neglect application to themselves. Dwell with them. ] The duety charged upon husbands, is contained briefly in these words;
and how the Doctrine will fit them, and so neglect application to themselves. Dwell with them. ] The duty charged upon Husbands, is contained briefly in these words;
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and besides, Adam confessed, she was bone of his bone, and flesh of his flesh, which the Apostle urgeth, Eph. 5. And further it is said, For this cause, shall a man leave father and mother,
and beside, Adam confessed, she was bone of his bone, and Flesh of his Flesh, which the Apostle urges, Ephesians 5. And further it is said, For this cause, shall a man leave father and mother,
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did ever any man hate his owne flesh? saith the Apostle, Ephes. 5. or can the arme or head in the naturall body, live well from the other parts of the body? no more either comely or convenient is it for husbands to live from their wives.
did ever any man hate his own Flesh? Says the Apostle, Ephesians 5. or can the arm or head in the natural body, live well from the other parts of the body? no more either comely or convenient is it for Husbands to live from their wives.
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The use is therefore, for great reproofe of many husbands, that haue so little desire or delight to converse in this holy and loving manner with their wives,
The use is Therefore, for great reproof of many Husbands, that have so little desire or delight to converse in this holy and loving manner with their wives,
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as first, the case of absence in respect of Calling: secondly, the case of separation from bed and boord: thirdly, the case of Nullities: fourthly, the case of Divorce. For the first;
as First, the case of absence in respect of Calling: secondly, the case of separation from Bed and board: Thirdly, the case of Nullities: fourthly, the case of Divorce. For the First;
and have not sit imploiment at home, doe very sinfully when they refuse to preach the Gospel in such places, upon that silly pretence, that they cannot get their wives to consent.
and have not fit employment At home, do very sinfully when they refuse to preach the Gospel in such places, upon that silly pretence, that they cannot get their wives to consent.
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or consummation of marriage, to the woman, yet he must not dwell with her, because such contracts and marriages are meere Nullities in the sight of God, and of no force.
or consummation of marriage, to the woman, yet he must not dwell with her, Because such contracts and marriages Are mere Nullities in the sighed of God, and of no force.
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1 If hee marry her that is divorced for any other cause than fornication. Matth. 19.9. 2 If the marriage be incestious, that is, within any of the degrees prohibited in the law of God.
1 If he marry her that is divorced for any other cause than fornication. Matthew 19.9. 2 If the marriage be incestuous, that is, within any of the Degrees prohibited in the law of God.
God saith hee did destroy the Nations for such incestious Matches, Levit. 18.24. Now God could not punish the Nations for breaking a law was never given them.
God Says he did destroy the nations for such incestuous Matches, Levit. 18.24. Now God could not Punish the nations for breaking a law was never given them.
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3 Divines generally agree, that if there be a precontract with another person in verbis de presenti, in the words of the present time, made with consent of parents, &c. then the marriage after with another is a meer Nullitie,
3 Divines generally agree, that if there be a precontract with Another person in verbis de presenti, in the words of the present time, made with consent of Parents, etc. then the marriage After with Another is a mere Nullity,
Zanchius and some other Divines go further, & pronounce Nullities in the cases following: as, If marriage be contracted, yea, and celebrated without the consent of parents:
Zanchius and Some other Divines go further, & pronounce Nullities in the cases following: as, If marriage be contracted, yea, and celebrated without the consent of Parents:
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Hee brings many arguments from the Law before Moses, and from the Law of Moses, from the Testimony of the Apostle Paul, and from the lawes of Nations, and from the Fathers.
He brings many Arguments from the Law before Moses, and from the Law of Moses, from the Testimony of the Apostle Paul, and from the laws of nations, and from the Father's.
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much lesse have I attained to the learning of those Divines, that thinke Veneficium versus hanc, Witchcraft disabling a man towards that woman onely, to be a sufficient cause of a Nullitie in the marriage.
much less have I attained to the learning of those Divines, that think Veneficium versus hanc, Witchcraft disabling a man towards that woman only, to be a sufficient cause of a Nullity in the marriage.
The Beleever doth not for the businesse of religion put away the Vnbeleever, yea, the Apostle shewes he ought not, 1. Cor. 7. only if the unbeleever will depart, let her depart.
The Believer does not for the business of Religion put away the Unbeliever, yea, the Apostle shows he ought not, 1. Cor. 7. only if the unbeliever will depart, let her depart.
not every wicked man or woman, nor every person that professeth a false religion, but such an Vnbeleever as is a profest enemy to the Name of Christ, is the Vnbeleever the Apostle speaks of.
not every wicked man or woman, nor every person that Professes a false Religion, but such an Unbeliever as is a professed enemy to the Name of christ, is the Unbeliever the Apostle speaks of.
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According to knowledge. ] By knowledge, I take it here meant that Christian knowledge of Religion and the Word of God, which godly husbands had attained by the Gospel:
According to knowledge. ] By knowledge, I take it Here meant that Christian knowledge of Religion and the Word of God, which godly Husbands had attained by the Gospel:
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And so before I come to shew what speciall things, in the manner of cohabitation this knowledge doth charge upon husbands, I would consider of some doctrines in generall, implyed by the words: as,
And so before I come to show what special things, in the manner of cohabitation this knowledge does charge upon Husbands, I would Consider of Some doctrines in general, employed by the words: as,
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God is the father of light, and dwelleth in light, Iam. 1.17. and it is the speciall glory of Christs divinity, to lighten every man that comes into the world, Iohn 1. and the •oly Ghost claimes a part in this glory, to give illumination to the minde, 2. Cor. 3. Thirdly, by the testimony God gives of the worth of knowledge, especially.
God is the father of Light, and dwells in Light, Iam. 1.17. and it is the special glory of Christ divinity, to lighten every man that comes into the world, John 1. and the •oly Ghost claims a part in this glory, to give illumination to the mind, 2. Cor. 3. Thirdly, by the testimony God gives of the worth of knowledge, especially.
when it is spirituall and religious knowledge. It is called riches, 1. Cor. 1.5. and preferred before all outward things in the world, Ier. 9.23. and Christ accounts it a great signe of speciall friendship, to communicate knowledge to his Disciples, Iob. 15.15. and God gave Iacob a greater portion when he gave his word to him, than he did give to all the world besides.
when it is spiritual and religious knowledge. It is called riches, 1. Cor. 1.5. and preferred before all outward things in the world, Jeremiah 9.23. and christ accounts it a great Signen of special friendship, to communicate knowledge to his Disciples, Job 15.15. and God gave Iacob a greater portion when he gave his word to him, than he did give to all the world beside.
He is carefull to prove that he hath given knowledge to the men God gave him, to prepare them for eternall life, Iohn 17.6, 7, 8, 26. Fifthly, by the relation it hath to God himselfe:
He is careful to prove that he hath given knowledge to the men God gave him, to prepare them for Eternal life, John 17.6, 7, 8, 26. Fifthly, by the Relation it hath to God himself:
It is accounted a great sinne and a curse, to want knowledge, Hosea 4.11. and other gifts or services are reiected as vaine, if this grace bee not had; as Zeale, Rom. 10.2. Sacrifice, Hosea 6.6.
It is accounted a great sin and a curse, to want knowledge, Hosea 4.11. and other Gifts or services Are rejected as vain, if this grace be not had; as Zeal, Rom. 10.2. Sacrifice, Hosea 6.6.
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And such as have knowledge, should strive to increase in it, and be thankfull to God for his great mercy, in giving them knowledge and the meanes of it.
And such as have knowledge, should strive to increase in it, and be thankful to God for his great mercy, in giving them knowledge and the means of it.
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because so soone as they have wives, they are charged to shew their knowledge, Iohn 1.9.1. Cor. 8.1.1. Tim. 2.4. This condemnes the Sacrilegious humour of those persons, that are like the wicked Lawyers our Saviour speakes of, Luke 11.52. which take away the key of knowledge from private men, either by their opinions hindering others from seeking knowledge, with their errors mudding the cleer fountaine of Gods Word;
Because so soon as they have wives, they Are charged to show their knowledge, John 1.9.1. Cor. 8.1.1. Tim. 2.4. This condemns the Sacrilegious humour of those Persons, that Are like the wicked Lawyers our Saviour speaks of, Lycia 11.52. which take away the key of knowledge from private men, either by their opinions hindering Others from seeking knowledge, with their errors mudding the clear fountain of God's Word;
But men must bee wise for themselves, and strive to understand their owne way, Prov. 9.12. 3 They must pray God to put a spirit and life into their knowledge, and give them grace to shew all good conscience in their obedience;
But men must be wise for themselves, and strive to understand their own Way, Curae 9.12. 3 They must pray God to put a Spirit and life into their knowledge, and give them grace to show all good conscience in their Obedience;
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and withall, they must pray hard for their Teachers, that their word may be a word of power, to give fire to the sparkles of light are already in their mindes.
and withal, they must pray hard for their Teachers, that their word may be a word of power, to give fire to the sparkles of Light Are already in their minds.
A man must hold forth the life and light of the knowledge hee hath, Phil. 2.15. They have a great taske to doe, that have received much knowledge; much is required of them:
A man must hold forth the life and Light of the knowledge he hath, Philip 2.15. They have a great task to do, that have received much knowledge; much is required of them:
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True knowledge enricheth a man in everie thing, 1. Cor. 1.5. The favour of our knowledge, should be manifest in everie place, 2. Cor. 2.14. The knowledge that will not doe thus, is falsely so called, 1. Tim. 6.20. There is use of knowledge in the most ordinarie things of the life of man;
True knowledge enricheth a man in every thing, 1. Cor. 1.5. The favour of our knowledge, should be manifest in every place, 2. Cor. 2.14. The knowledge that will not do thus, is falsely so called, 1. Tim. 6.20. There is use of knowledge in the most ordinary things of the life of man;
and to pray that they may abound in knowledge, and all judgement, Phil. 1.9. Col. 1.9. and gives cause to Christians of ill behaviour, in their callings or private carriage, to mistrust that their knowledge is not right:
and to pray that they may abound in knowledge, and all judgement, Philip 1.9. Col. 1.9. and gives cause to Christians of ill behaviour, in their callings or private carriage, to mistrust that their knowledge is not right:
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Ignorances, by the benefite of the new Covenant in Christ, he will passe by, so as they be carefull to get knowledge according to the meanes they have of knowledge. This is a great comfort.
Ignorances, by the benefit of the new Covenant in christ, he will pass by, so as they be careful to get knowledge according to the means they have of knowledge. This is a great Comfort.
These words, as they in particular order the duties of Husbands, shew diverse things they are to looke to in their carriage, in dwelling with their Wives.
These words, as they in particular order the duties of Husbands, show diverse things they Are to look to in their carriage, in Dwelling with their Wives.
for first, they must set up Religion, and the worship of God in their dwellings. Iosh. 24.15. They must keepe off the curse of God from them, and their wives and children, by daily praying to God, Ier. 10. ult. They must diligently (in their kinde) instruct the family in the plaine things of Gods Law, talking and discoursing of the Word of God upon all occasions, Deut. 6.7. Gen. 18.19. They must see that Gods Sabbaths be kept and sanctified in their dwellings;
for First, they must Set up Religion, and the worship of God in their dwellings. Joshua 24.15. They must keep off the curse of God from them, and their wives and children, by daily praying to God, Jeremiah 10. ult. They must diligently (in their kind) instruct the family in the plain things of God's Law, talking and discoursing of the Word of God upon all occasions, Deuteronomy 6.7. Gen. 18.19. They must see that God's Sabbaths be kept and sanctified in their dwellings;
and privately helpe them, by examination or repetition, Command 4. Exod. 20.4. yea, and by sanctifying them to Gods worship. Iob 1.5. which is done by exhorting them to holinesse and preparation, and by humbling himselfe in prayer before God for himselfe and them:
and privately help them, by examination or repetition, Command 4. Exod 20.4. yea, and by sanctifying them to God's worship. Job 1.5. which is done by exhorting them to holiness and preparation, and by humbling himself in prayer before God for himself and them:
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Secondly, in speciall towards their wives, they must use their knowledge in instructing them, or resolving their doubts as there shall be occasion. 1. Cor. 14.35.
Secondly, in special towards their wives, they must use their knowledge in instructing them, or resolving their doubts as there shall be occasion. 1. Cor. 14.35.
whether a woman may performe the dueties of religion in the family, in case of the absence or insufficiency of the husband? Now for answer thereunto, it is hard to give any peremptory rule,
whither a woman may perform the duties of Religion in the family, in case of the absence or insufficiency of the husband? Now for answer thereunto, it is hard to give any peremptory Rule,
as, instructing of children and servants, for the Law of grace should be in her lips, Prov. 31. and both Parents are charged with instructing the children, Ephes. 6. therefore I thinke by Anallogy it will follow, that the wife may doe other duties, as pray, and repeat Sermons:
as, instructing of children and Servants, for the Law of grace should be in her lips, Curae 31. and both Parents Are charged with instructing the children, Ephesians 6. Therefore I think by Anallogy it will follow, that the wife may do other duties, as pray, and repeat Sermons:
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But yet it is most likely, that this power extends not further than her children and her maides, which was the power Hester used, Hest. 4.16. or if it goe further, it must be in some speciall cases, and with observation of divers circumstances, in which, their safest way is to get direction and resolution from their learned Pastors. 2 Matter of toleration;
But yet it is most likely, that this power extends not further than her children and her maids, which was the power Esther used, Hest. 4.16. or if it go further, it must be in Some special cases, and with observation of diverse Circumstances, in which, their Safest Way is to get direction and resolution from their learned Pastors. 2 Matter of toleration;
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and those hee must passe by altogether, when he discerneth that shee is not willing to offend in them, Prov. 19 10. Or else, they are faults shee committeth of knowledge;
and those he must pass by altogether, when he discerneth that she is not willing to offend in them, Curae 19 10. Or Else, they Are Faults she Committeth of knowledge;
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And for the good ordering of necessary directions, if his wife will not obey, he must then provide to have things done aswell as he can, by his children or servants.
And for the good ordering of necessary directions, if his wife will not obey, he must then provide to have things done aswell as he can, by his children or Servants.
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he must not be his wives underling, contrary to the order of nature, and ordinance of God, Gen. 3.16. 1. Cor. 11.3, 7, 8, 9. Ephes. 5.23. 1. Tim. 2.12, 13, 14. Secondly, hee must shew it in the care of his estate, restraining her wastfulnesse if she be given to disorder,
he must not be his wives underling, contrary to the order of nature, and Ordinance of God, Gen. 3.16. 1. Cor. 11.3, 7, 8, 9. Ephesians 5.23. 1. Tim. 2.12, 13, 14. Secondly, he must show it in the care of his estate, restraining her wastefulness if she be given to disorder,
he must take heed that he nourish not sinne in her by connivence, or neglect of counsell or reproofe, Iob 2.9, 10. Fourthly, in case of difference betweene her and her servants;
he must take heed that he nourish not sin in her by connivance, or neglect of counsel or reproof, Job 2.9, 10. Fourthly, in case of difference between her and her Servants;
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so preserving his authority, as he judge not partially, but with equall judgement shewing the fault whersoever he finde it, else he may extreamly harden his servants against them both.
so preserving his Authority, as he judge not partially, but with equal judgement showing the fault wheresoever he find it, Else he may extremely harden his Servants against them both.
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2 When he is carefull to protect her from wrongs, and dangers, and indignities. 1. Sam. 30.5. 3 When he provides for her maintenance, both in his life time, and after his death as well as he may;
2 When he is careful to Pact her from wrongs, and dangers, and indignities. 1. Sam. 30.5. 3 When he provides for her maintenance, both in his life time, and After his death as well as he may;
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and doing all with cheerefulnesse, and not like churlish Nabal : and the rather, because for the most part they are not able to make shift, and provide for themselves.
and doing all with cheerfulness, and not like churlish Nabal: and the rather, Because for the most part they Are not able to make shift, and provide for themselves.
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and making as much of her, as he can doe of himselfe. Pro. 5.19. Eph. 5.28. 5 By suffering himselfe to be intreated, and in some cases advised and admonished by her. Gen. 21.12.
and making as much of her, as he can do of himself. Pro 5.19. Ephesians 5.28. 5 By suffering himself to be entreated, and in Some cases advised and admonished by her. Gen. 21.12.
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when she is able and willing to undertake it. Pro. 31.11. 7 By yeelding a free and just testimonie of her praises upon all fit occasions, both to her selfe and others. Prover. 31.28, 29.
when she is able and willing to undertake it. Pro 31.11. 7 By yielding a free and just testimony of her praises upon all fit occasions, both to her self and Others. Prover. 31.28, 29.
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allowing her, as a reward of her care or diligence, some such overplus as his estate will beare, that she may be free to give for pious or charitable uses, what may be for her credit or encouragement.
allowing her, as a reward of her care or diligence, Some such overplus as his estate will bear, that she may be free to give for pious or charitable uses, what may be for her credit or encouragement.
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and by labouring to cleanse her by his Spirit and Word in Earth, Ephes. 5. Object. But she is prophane and carnall, a wicked woman, a scorner of religion, or perhaps of a contrary religion.
and by labouring to cleanse her by his Spirit and Word in Earth, Ephesians 5. Object. But she is profane and carnal, a wicked woman, a scorner of Religion, or perhaps of a contrary Religion.
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and the first is, Because they are the weaker vessell. As the weaker vessell. ] The word translated Vessell, is diversly accepted in Scripture; sometimes properly, sometime Metaphorically.
and the First is, Because they Are the Weaker vessel. As the Weaker vessel. ] The word translated Vessel, is diversely accepted in Scripture; sometime properly, sometime Metaphorically.
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As it is taken properly, it is somtime taken for goods or any houshold-stuffe, Mat. 12.29. Luk. 17.31. Sometimes again it signifies any instrument, used in the house or without the house:
As it is taken properly, it is sometime taken for goods or any Household stuff, Mathew 12.29. Luk. 17.31. Sometime again it signifies any Instrument, used in the house or without the house:
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Now in a Metaphoricall sense, this terme signifies, either the parts or members of the body of man or woman that serve for generation, 1. Thes. 4.4. or else it signifies any person, that God hath set apart for some speciall service or ministration.
Now in a Metaphorical sense, this term signifies, either the parts or members of the body of man or woman that serve for generation, 1. Thebes 4.4. or Else it signifies any person, that God hath Set apart for Some special service or ministration.
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Doct. 1. In that men and women are called Vessels, in respect of the service God doth cause them to performe, we may learne, That in workes of grace or matters of holinesse, we are rather Patients than Agents.
Doct. 1. In that men and women Are called Vessels, in respect of the service God does cause them to perform, we may Learn, That in works of grace or matters of holiness, we Are rather Patients than Agents.
for they are but as the vessell in the hands of the Potter, and God will breake them in peeces with his rod of iron, Rev. 2.27. Doct. 2. Women are weake and fraile, called here the weaker vessell;
for they Are but as the vessel in the hands of the Potter, and God will break them in Pieces with his rod of iron, Rev. 2.27. Doct. 2. Women Are weak and frail, called Here the Weaker vessel;
They cannot make shift for themselves, their desire is naturally subject to men, in respect of depending upon them for provision and protection, Gen. 3. This weaknesse is stamped upon the whole Sexe.
They cannot make shift for themselves, their desire is naturally Subject to men, in respect of depending upon them for provision and protection, Gen. 3. This weakness is stamped upon the Whole Sex.
and that I take it to bee the true sense of that place, Eccles. 7.28, 29. compared with verse 25.27. 7 In respect of their pronenesse to vanity, and pride in apparell;
and that I take it to be the true sense of that place, Eccles. 7.28, 29. compared with verse 25.27. 7 In respect of their proneness to vanity, and pride in apparel;
which I gather from this, that all the expresse directions about apparell that I remember in Scripture, are given rather to women than to men, especially in the new Testament,
which I gather from this, that all the express directions about apparel that I Remember in Scripture, Are given rather to women than to men, especially in the new Testament,
especially, they should get a strong faith in God, that they may trust in the power of God, that giveth strength to the weake, Esay 40. 29, 31. 1. Pet. 3.5.
especially, they should get a strong faith in God, that they may trust in the power of God, that gives strength to the weak, Isaiah 40. 29, 31. 1. Pet. 3.5.
It will bee their greater glory, if they can overcome their naturall weaknesses, especially, if they can excell men in the things of the kingdome of God,
It will be their greater glory, if they can overcome their natural Weaknesses, especially, if they can excel men in the things of the Kingdom of God,
and provide for them and finally, they should bee the more faithfull and diligent, to doe all the good they can in domesticall affaires, seeing by nature, they are not fit to manage the greater and more publike services of God.
and provide for them and finally, they should be the more faithful and diligent, to do all the good they can in domestical affairs, seeing by nature, they Are not fit to manage the greater and more public services of God.
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For, as it is in the naturall body, those members of the body which we thinke lesse honourable, upon them wee bestow the more abundant honour, 1. Cor. 12.23, 24. so it should bee in the Economical body:
For, as it is in the natural body, those members of the body which we think less honourable, upon them we bestow the more abundant honour, 1. Cor. 12.23, 24. so it should be in the Economical body:
How he must carrie himselfe towards her in respect of sinfull infirmities, or personall faults, hath beene shewed before in the manner of his carriage towards her as a man of knowledge.
How he must carry himself towards her in respect of sinful infirmities, or personal Faults, hath been showed before in the manner of his carriage towards her as a man of knowledge.
as was shewed, vers. 4. But on the other side, if they be ignorant and irreligious women, it is just with God, to deprive them of the comfort of this life,
as was showed, vers. 4. But on the other side, if they be ignorant and irreligious women, it is just with God, to deprive them of the Comfort of this life,
for that estate of inferiority shall not last ever, for in heaven God shall be all in all, they shall be ruled by God and the Lambe.. Thus from the Coherence.
for that estate of inferiority shall not last ever, for in heaven God shall be all in all, they shall be ruled by God and the Lamb.. Thus from the Coherence.
God hath but one Heire by generation, and that is Christ: all his other heires are by adoption, such as hee chooseth of his meere Grace, and makes them his heires.
God hath but one Heir by generation, and that is christ: all his other Heirs Are by adoption, such as he chooses of his mere Grace, and makes them his Heirs.
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he is such a Father as lives ever, Hos. 1.10. An everlasting Father, Esay 9.6. Other Fathers that adopt, may dye before they passe the estate, or at the best, it is a kind of infelicity to enjoy the inheritance, without the presence and love of the father. But not so here.
he is such a Father as lives ever, Hos. 1.10. an everlasting Father, Isaiah 9.6. Other Father's that adopt, may die before they pass the estate, or At the best, it is a kind of infelicity to enjoy the inheritance, without the presence and love of the father. But not so Here.
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There was never so much paid for all the inheritances in the world besides, Gal. 4.4, 5. Heb. 9.14, 15. 3. The great things we are heires to, which I will but briefly touch here;
There was never so much paid for all the inheritances in the world beside, Gal. 4.4, 5. Hebrew 9.14, 15. 3. The great things we Are Heirs to, which I will but briefly touch Here;
as other Scriptures shew, to lead them into all truth, and to bee the guide of their lives, to tell them when they goe out, either on the right hand, or on the left;
as other Scriptures show, to led them into all truth, and to be the guide of their lives, to tell them when they go out, either on the right hand, or on the left;
so as they stand alwaies high in Gods favour, howsoever they are entertained in the world, Eph. 1.6. 3. They have a name, and honour, shall never bee taken from them; an everlasting name:
so as they stand always high in God's favour, howsoever they Are entertained in the world, Ephesians 1.6. 3. They have a name, and honour, shall never be taken from them; an everlasting name:
and he is so far from not granting, that hee rather complaines that they will not aske him often enough, Ioh. 16.23. 6. If at any time they fall into distresse, they have such interest in Gods speciall providence, that a haire of their heads shall not fall to the ground without the providence of their heavenly Father.
and he is so Far from not granting, that he rather complains that they will not ask him often enough, John 16.23. 6. If At any time they fallen into distress, they have such Interest in God's special providence, that a hair of their Heads shall not fallen to the ground without the providence of their heavenly Father.
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And besides, God will make himselfe marvellous in their deliverance, if all worldly helpes faile, Esay 43.18, 19, 20, 21. 5. If wee consider the wonderfull manner of their communion with Christ, and that foure waies.
And beside, God will make himself marvellous in their deliverance, if all worldly helps fail, Isaiah 43.18, 19, 20, 21. 5. If we Consider the wonderful manner of their communion with christ, and that foure ways.
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for, God as a Father hath blessed them in him with all spirituall blessings in heavenly things, Eph. 1.3. Communion they have with him in Grace in this life, & in Glory in the life to come.
for, God as a Father hath blessed them in him with all spiritual blessings in heavenly things, Ephesians 1.3. Communion they have with him in Grace in this life, & in Glory in the life to come.
for first, they have an Act for it in Gods eternal Councel, Eph. 1.5. Men that have an Act of Parliament for the holding of their lands, they thinke they have a sure tenure;
for First, they have an Act for it in God's Eternal Council, Ephesians 1.5. Men that have an Act of Parliament for the holding of their Lands, they think they have a sure tenure;
Secondly, they have not onely Gods promise for their inheritance, but Gods oath, that by two immutable things, the heires of promise might have abundant consolation,
Secondly, they have not only God's promise for their inheritance, but God's oath, that by two immutable things, the Heirs of promise might have abundant consolation,
For, adopted children cannot plead merit, but must acknowledge all of gift, as will more appeare when we come to speak of the cause of Inheriting, viz. Grace. 2 For Instruction; and so
For, adopted children cannot plead merit, but must acknowledge all of gift, as will more appear when we come to speak of the cause of Inheriting, viz. Grace. 2 For Instruction; and so
The unrighteous, that is, such as live in grosse sinne, and doe the workes of the flesh, are expressely and peremptorily excluded from the benefit of Adoption, 1. Cor. 6.9, 10. Gal. 5.21. None but such as are effectually called, and borne of God, are capable of this Grace, Heb. 9.16. Ioh. 1.13.
The unrighteous, that is, such as live in gross sin, and do the works of the Flesh, Are expressly and peremptorily excluded from the benefit of Adoption, 1. Cor. 6.9, 10. Gal. 5.21. None but such as Are effectually called, and born of God, Are capable of this Grace, Hebrew 9.16. John 1.13.
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For, as was shewed before, we come to the right of Sonnes, onely as wee are ingrafted into Christ, upon whom, all the inheritance is originally and fundamentally conferred.
For, as was showed before, we come to the right of Sons, only as we Are ingrafted into christ, upon whom, all the inheritance is originally and fundamentally conferred.
And more specially God requires in all such as will be his sonnes, that they bee such as are not in bondage to the passions and perturbations of the heart 〈 ◊ 〉 for hee hath promised that the meeke shall inherit; Mat. 5.5.
And more specially God requires in all such as will be his Sons, that they be such as Are not in bondage to the passion and perturbations of the heart 〈 ◊ 〉 for he hath promised that the meek shall inherit; Mathew 5.5.
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as the Apostle shewes at large, 2. Cor. 6.17, 18. Fourthly, wee must be such as are described, Esay 56.4, 5, 6. Wee must make conscience to keepe Gods Sabbaths,
as the Apostle shows At large, 2. Cor. 6.17, 18. Fourthly, we must be such as Are described, Isaiah 56.4, 5, 6. we must make conscience to keep God's Sabbaths,
And that we may be the more established in the knowledge of our Adoption, it will bee good for us to try our selves by the signes of such as are Gods adopted children.
And that we may be the more established in the knowledge of our Adoption, it will be good for us to try our selves by the Signs of such as Are God's adopted children.
1 Such as are Gods children by Adoption, haue this marke, They are made like unto God their Father, in holiness, in some truth of resemblance, 1. Pet. 1.25.
1 Such as Are God's children by Adoption, have this mark, They Are made like unto God their Father, in holiness, in Some truth of resemblance, 1. Pet. 1.25.
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3 The gift of prayer is a signe of Adoption, and that we have received the spirit of Adoption, Rom. 8.15, 16. By the gift of prayer, I meane, not the skill to utter words to God in a good form of words, and variously;
3 The gift of prayer is a Signen of Adoption, and that we have received the Spirit of Adoption, Rom. 8.15, 16. By the gift of prayer, I mean, not the skill to utter words to God in a good from of words, and variously;
and with the affections of praier, which the phrase of crying Abba Father, imports. 4 A Child of God discovers his Adoption by the manner of doing good dueties:
and with the affections of prayer, which the phrase of crying Abba Father, imports. 4 A Child of God discovers his Adoption by the manner of doing good duties:
hee doth serve God, not with servile respect, but with filiall affection; hee loves to be Gods servant, as may be gathered, Esay 56.6. 5 To love them that hate us, and blesse them that curse us, and doe good to them that persecute us, is a signe that wee are children to God as our heavenly father, Luk. 6.35. Mat. 5.
he does serve God, not with servile respect, but with filial affection; he loves to be God's servant, as may be gathered, Isaiah 56.6. 5 To love them that hate us, and bless them that curse us, and do good to them that persecute us, is a Signen that we Are children to God as our heavenly father, Luk. 6.35. Mathew 5.
and to expresse more to the life, the Image of Gods grace and holinesse, 1. Pet. 1. 14, 15. And that in all manner of conversation, striving to carry our selves as the sonnes of God, without rebuke, in the middest of this froward and wicked world;
and to express more to the life, the Image of God's grace and holiness, 1. Pet. 1. 14, 15. And that in all manner of Conversation, striving to carry our selves as the Sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of this froward and wicked world;
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all sorts of the men of the world being so ready to reproach such as are Gods people, that if they will speake evill, it may be onely for our good conversation in Christ, Phil. 2.15, 16. And in particular, wee are charged in Scripture with certaine speciall and choise things that doe greatly adorne and grace the life of a child of God that is an heire of heaven,
all sorts of the men of the world being so ready to reproach such as Are God's people, that if they will speak evil, it may be only for our good Conversation in christ, Philip 2.15, 16. And in particular, we Are charged in Scripture with certain special and choice things that do greatly adorn and grace the life of a child of God that is an heir of heaven,
nor set our hearts upon such mean things as this world can afford, 1. Ioh. 2.15. 4 If wee be Gods sonnes, wee should be willing to submit our selves to his correction.
nor Set our hearts upon such mean things as this world can afford, 1. John 2.15. 4 If we be God's Sons, we should be willing to submit our selves to his correction.
and there can be no comparison betweene the suffering of this life, and the glory to be revealed upon us, Rom. 8.17. Mat. 19.29. Col. 3.2, 4. 1 Ioh. 3.2.
and there can be no comparison between the suffering of this life, and the glory to be revealed upon us, Rom. 8.17. Mathew 19.29. Col. 3.2, 4. 1 John 3.2.
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And for the meanes we use, how silly are they? Our life is called the life of our hands, Esay 57.10. because it will not last, unlesse wee make hard shift with our hands to preserve it.
And for the means we use, how silly Are they? Our life is called the life of our hands, Isaiah 57.10. Because it will not last, unless we make hard shift with our hands to preserve it.
What deformities and infirmities are found in all the Vessels of life, even in all the parts of thy body in which it dwells? And without thee, in the objects of life,
What deformities and infirmities Are found in all the Vessels of life, even in all the parts of thy body in which it dwells? And without thee, in the objects of life,
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how is it frighted with cares, plagues, or vexed with particular crosses? How doth God passe by thee, in many blessings he gives before thy face to others,
how is it frighted with Cares, plagues, or vexed with particular Crosses? How does God pass by thee, in many blessings he gives before thy face to Others,
for Salomon long since had observed; that Life is above to the wise onely, Prov. 15.24. The things I would consider of about this life, are these. 1 The Degrees of it. 2 The Originall of it.
for Solomon long since had observed; that Life is above to the wise only, Curae 15.24. The things I would Consider of about this life, Are these. 1 The Degrees of it. 2 The Original of it.
when his favour is made knowne to us in Iesus Christ, by the Gospell, so as wee are truely justified and sanctified, being reconciled unto God, having all our sinnes forgiven us, and our natures made new:
when his favour is made known to us in Iesus christ, by the Gospel, so as we Are truly justified and sanctified, being reconciled unto God, having all our Sins forgiven us, and our nature's made new:
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Thus he that heareth Christs words and beleeveth, is passed from death to life, Ioh. 5.24. The second degree beginnes at our death, and continueth the life that the soule, separated from the body, enjoyes till the resurrection at the last day.
Thus he that hears Christ words and Believeth, is passed from death to life, John 5.24. The second degree begins At our death, and Continueth the life that the soul, separated from the body, enjoys till the resurrection At the last day.
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but yet are taught in Scripture, that it returns to God that gave it to the body at first, Eccles. 12.7. and that it is with Christ, Phil. 1.23. that it is in the hands of God, and in Paradise, Luk. 23.43.
but yet Are taught in Scripture, that it returns to God that gave it to the body At First, Eccles. 12.7. and that it is with christ, Philip 1.23. that it is in the hands of God, and in Paradise, Luk. 23.43.
and enjoyes the honour of all good workes, Rev. 14.13. the bodie resting in the grave from all paine and labour, as in a bed of rest till the resurrection, Esa. 57.2.
and enjoys the honour of all good works, Rev. 14.13. the body resting in the grave from all pain and labour, as in a Bed of rest till the resurrection, Isaiah 57.2.
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so there is no life in the spirituall world, but from God in Heaven, which hath caused it to shine in our hearts by the Son of righteousnesse, Christ Iesus.
so there is no life in the spiritual world, but from God in Heaven, which hath caused it to shine in our hearts by the Son of righteousness, christ Iesus.
Thus our life is called the life of God, Ephes. 4.18, and Christ is said to live in us, Gal. 2 20. Which should teach us greatly to admire and adore the excellency of Gods goodnesse,
Thus our life is called the life of God, Ephesians 4.18, and christ is said to live in us, Gal. 2 20. Which should teach us greatly to admire and adore the excellency of God's Goodness,
and make us to rest our selves for ever under the shadow of his wings, Psal. 36.7, 8, 9. But that this point may be more clearly understood, we must consider of the originall of this life from God three waies.
and make us to rest our selves for ever under the shadow of his wings, Psalm 36.7, 8, 9. But that this point may be more clearly understood, we must Consider of the original of this life from God three ways.
First, in respect of Ordination, and so it flowes from Gods decree; Hee hath ordained us unto life, Acts 13.48. and our names are written in the booke of life, Phil. 4.3. Secondly, in respect of Merit;
First, in respect of Ordination, and so it flows from God's Decree; He hath ordained us unto life, Acts 13.48. and our names Are written in the book of life, Philip 4.3. Secondly, in respect of Merit;
it was bought of God by the death of the flesh of Christ. I give my flesh for the life of the world, Iohn 6.51. This life will not be had without his death:
it was bought of God by the death of the Flesh of christ. I give my Flesh for the life of the world, John 6.51. This life will not be had without his death:
without us is the Word of Christ, that is the immortall seede by which we are begotten unto life, 1. Pet. 1.24. and so is called the Word of life, Phil. 2.15.
without us is the Word of christ, that is the immortal seed by which we Are begotten unto life, 1. Pet. 1.24. and so is called the Word of life, Philip 2.15.
And that word, considered as it is preached to the dead soules of men; the dead shall Hear the voice of Christ, and live. Shall heare it: note that. Iohn 5.25. which should make us greatly to esteeme the preaching of the Gospel.
And that word, considered as it is preached to the dead Souls of men; the dead shall Hear the voice of christ, and live. Shall hear it: note that. John 5.25. which should make us greatly to esteem the preaching of the Gospel.
and in particular, it is the saving knowledge of God and Iesus Christ, as our Saviour saith expressely, Iohn 17.3. This is eternall life to know God, and whom hee hath sent, Iesus Christ.
and in particular, it is the Saving knowledge of God and Iesus christ, as our Saviour Says expressly, John 17.3. This is Eternal life to know God, and whom he hath sent, Iesus christ.
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and this rule excludes the Pagans from eternall life, who though by the light of nature they might discerne the invisible things of God, by the workes of the creation;
and this Rule excludes the Pagans from Eternal life, who though by the Light of nature they might discern the invisible things of God, by the works of the creation;
Images in the Church shut out the Papists from eternall life, and Images in the heart to conceive of God by, excludes the ignorant and carnall Protestants.
Images in the Church shut out the Papists from Eternal life, and Images in the heart to conceive of God by, excludes the ignorant and carnal Protestants.
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and so all those persons that behold any thing in this life, to be sought after as the chiefe felicity of their lives, are excluded from eternall life.
and so all those Persons that behold any thing in this life, to be sought After as the chief felicity of their lives, Are excluded from Eternal life.
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4 It must be such a knowledge of God, as conceives of him in Iesus Christ (that is) that sees the way how Gods infinite justice, provoked by many sinnes, is pacified by the attonement made by Iesus Christ,
4 It must be such a knowledge of God, as conceives of him in Iesus christ (that is) that sees the Way how God's infinite Justice, provoked by many Sins, is pacified by the atonement made by Iesus christ,
as the Mediatour betweene God and man, Ioh. 17.3. else the knowledge of God, in respect of the contemplation of his justice, will be so far from inliving our hearts, that it would kill them if they had life.
as the Mediator between God and man, John 17.3. Else the knowledge of God, in respect of the contemplation of his Justice, will be so Far from inliving our hearts, that it would kill them if they had life.
as Cain and Iudas. These knowledges are such, as without which life cannot bee had, but yet in themselves doe not quicken the Soule, and inspire it with life.
as Cain and Iudas. These knowledges Are such, as without which life cannot be had, but yet in themselves do not quicken the Soul, and inspire it with life.
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Hence our justification which is by faith, is called, The justification of life, Rom. 5.18. This is a point, which should bee of unspeakable comfort to the weake Christians, that have attained to this knowledge;
Hence our justification which is by faith, is called, The justification of life, Rom. 5.18. This is a point, which should be of unspeakable Comfort to the weak Christians, that have attained to this knowledge;
as it lyeth in the right knowledge of God, to be ours in Iesus Christ, I will adde certaine effects of this knowledge, which shew, not onely that it is right,
as it lies in the right knowledge of God, to be ours in Iesus christ, I will add certain effects of this knowledge, which show, not only that it is right,
Nothing more ravisheth the heart, than doth the word, when it shew• him the glory of Gods grace to him, 2. Cor. 3.18. Wicked men see, but they see not in a Mirrour.
Nothing more ravisheth the heart, than does the word, when it shew• him the glory of God's grace to him, 2. Cor. 3.18. Wicked men see, but they see not in a Mirror.
but this light humbles the heart of a man for his sinnes, and purifieth him from his most secret sinnes, Act. 15.9. and besides, prints upon him the Image of God, and stirres him up to all the motives of life in doing good workes, 2. Cor. 3.18. Col. 3.10. 1. Ioh. 2, 3. & 3.24.
but this Light humbles the heart of a man for his Sins, and Purifieth him from his most secret Sins, Act. 15.9. and beside, prints upon him the Image of God, and stirs him up to all the motives of life in doing good works, 2. Cor. 3.18. Col. 3.10. 1. John 2, 3. & 3.24.
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Oh, how should wee bee beholding to them that helpe us to eternall life, by leading us unto God, this Ocean of goodnesse? And withall, wee should be wonderfully thankefull to God,
O, how should we be beholding to them that help us to Eternal life, by leading us unto God, this Ocean of Goodness? And withal, we should be wonderfully thankful to God,
1 Wee must know, that the principall cause of the nourishment and encrease of spirituall life, is the influence of vertue from Christ our mysticall head, by the secret and unutterable working of the spirit of Christ;
1 we must know, that the principal cause of the nourishment and increase of spiritual life, is the influence of virtue from christ our mystical head, by the secret and unutterable working of the Spirit of christ;
and from the power and blots of sinne, Rom. 8.2. and withall, it quickens and encreaseth life in us, for the better exercise of righteousnesse, Rom. 8.10. 2 The contemplation of Gods favour and presence doth wonderfully extend and inflame life in us.
and from the power and blots of sin, Rom. 8.2. and withal, it quickens and increases life in us, for the better exercise of righteousness, Rom. 8.10. 2 The contemplation of God's favour and presence does wonderfully extend and inflame life in us.
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And therefore weake Christians should be instructed from hence, with faith to rest upon the God of their lives, who by the spirit of Christ can inable them to eternall life;
And Therefore weak Christians should be instructed from hence, with faith to rest upon the God of their lives, who by the Spirit of christ can inable them to Eternal life;
The fourth is, to looke as often and as earnestly as we can, after that highest degree of mercy and glory wee shall have in the comming of Christ, Iud. 1.19, 20. I will conclude this point with that one counsell of Salomon ;
The fourth is, to look as often and as earnestly as we can, After that highest degree of mercy and glory we shall have in the coming of christ, Iud. 1.19, 20. I will conclude this point with that one counsel of Solomon;
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and bee very diligent in nourishing all good motions of the holy Ghost, preserving their peace and joy, in beleeving with all good consciences, Pro. 4.23. Thus of the fourth point.
and be very diligent in nourishing all good motions of the holy Ghost, preserving their peace and joy, in believing with all good Consciences, Pro 4.23. Thus of the fourth point.
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I entend not to compare life in heaven with naturall life here (for that is not worthy to be mentioned in the balance with that eternall life of glory) but with eternall life it selfe,
I intend not to compare life in heaven with natural life Here (for that is not worthy to be mentioned in the balance with that Eternal life of glory) but with Eternal life it self,
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there wee shall live in a place, where God, and immortality, and all holinesse dwells, 2. Pet. 3.13. Here wee are but banished men, there we stall live in the celestiall Paradise;
there we shall live in a place, where God, and immortality, and all holiness dwells, 2. Pet. 3.13. Here we Are but banished men, there we stall live in the celestial Paradise;
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The glory of the whole earth can but shadow out by similitude, the very walls and gates of that Citie, Rev. 21. Here wee can but enter into the holy place, there we shall enter into the most holy place, Heb. 10.19.
The glory of the Whole earth can but shadow out by similitude, the very walls and gates of that city, Rev. 21. Here we can but enter into the holy place, there we shall enter into the most holy place, Hebrew 10.19.
Yea, the life of Grace, though it consist not in these things, yet in a remote consideration, hath neede of these, that wee may bee the better able to serve. God in body and soule.
Yea, the life of Grace, though it consist not in these things, yet in a remote consideration, hath need of these, that we may be the better able to serve. God in body and soul.
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and God himselfe shall there be all in all, and shall fill us with his goodnesse, 1. Cor. 15.28. Our life shall subsist in God himselfe, who shall satisfie us out of the plenty of his owne glory.
and God himself shall there be all in all, and shall fill us with his Goodness, 1. Cor. 15.28. Our life shall subsist in God himself, who shall satisfy us out of the plenty of his own glory.
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Secondly, in this world wee neede the helpe of superiours, as Kings, Rulers, Parents, Husbands, Teachers, &c. But in that world inferiority and subjection shall cease,
Secondly, in this world we need the help of superiors, as Kings, Rulers, Parents, Husbands, Teachers, etc. But in that world inferiority and subjection shall cease,
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when wee shall sit downe with Abraham, Isaac, and Iacob in the Kingdome of God, Mat. 8.11. and so all the first things shall then be done away, Rev. 21.4.
when we shall fit down with Abraham, Isaac, and Iacob in the Kingdom of God, Mathew 8.11. and so all the First things shall then be done away, Rev. 21.4.
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Thirdly, in this world wee need spirituall meanes for our soules, and the helpe of divers gifts in the Spirit, which serve for our furtherance in the way to eternal life;
Thirdly, in this world we need spiritual means for our Souls, and the help of diverse Gifts in the Spirit, which serve for our furtherance in the Way to Eternal life;
from God wee shall have an infinite supply, in stead of all these things, Rev. 21.22. Here wee treat with God by meanes at a great distance, there wee shall enjoy him immediately:
from God we shall have an infinite supply, in stead of all these things, Rev. 21.22. Here we Treat with God by means At a great distance, there we shall enjoy him immediately:
or persecute us, no abominable persons, either to grieve or pollute us: All these enemies shall be cast into the Lake of fire, Revel. 21.8. & 20.4. & 22.14. wee shall never be troubled with them more;
or persecute us, no abominable Persons, either to grieve or pollute us: All these enemies shall be cast into the Lake of fire, Revel. 21.8. & 20.4. & 22.14. we shall never be troubled with them more;
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Here we have scarce one friend we have reason much to admire, or can safely relye upon, there we shall have an innumerable company of Angels, of the spirits of just men, a huge congregation of the first borne,
Here we have scarce one friend we have reason much to admire, or can safely rely upon, there we shall have an innumerable company of Angels, of the spirits of just men, a huge congregation of the First born,
or our owne indisposition at sometimes to take delight in the presence of our friends: but in heaven, the spirits of just men are made perfect, Heb. 12.23. and charity will be inflamed on all hands, to perform exactly all those properties mentioned, 1. Cor. 13. Fiftly, in respect of constancy:
or our own indisposition At sometime to take delight in the presence of our Friends: but in heaven, the spirits of just men Are made perfect, Hebrew 12.23. and charity will be inflamed on all hands, to perform exactly all those properties mentioned, 1. Cor. 13. Fifty, in respect of constancy:
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and those unspeakeable beauties of his Nature, when wee shall behold perfectly the glory of every propertie or attribute in God, which will bee sufficient to breede everlasting wonder and delight. In a word;
and those unspeakable beauty's of his Nature, when we shall behold perfectly the glory of every property or attribute in God, which will be sufficient to breed everlasting wonder and delight. In a word;
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and all these are held with, great difference in each degree of eternall life. For though wee have righteousnesse, and peace, and joy now in the truth of them;
and all these Are held with, great difference in each degree of Eternal life. For though we have righteousness, and peace, and joy now in the truth of them;
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the imperfections of their gifts, the corruption of their natures, the daily infirmities that discover themselves in their conversations, make life many times more bitter than death would be to them:
the imperfections of their Gifts, the corruption of their nature's, the daily infirmities that discover themselves in their conversations, make life many times more bitter than death would be to them:
our members shall never more be servants unto unrighteousnesse, and our soules shall exactly resemble God in all perfection of goodnesse and gifts Here the glory of mans inheritance lyeth in the goodnesse of things without them;
our members shall never more be Servants unto unrighteousness, and our Souls shall exactly resemble God in all perfection of Goodness and Gifts Here the glory of men inheritance lies in the Goodness of things without them;
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there it shall consist principally in an everlasting goodnesse, confirmed upon themselves: We shall be without spot and wrinkle, Eph. 5.27. Wee shall be as hee is in holinesse, 1. Ioh. 3.2.
there it shall consist principally in an everlasting Goodness, confirmed upon themselves: We shall be without spot and wrinkle, Ephesians 5.27. we shall be as he is in holiness, 1. John 3.2.
but then we shall be made so perfectly holy by inherent righteousnesse, that wee shall stand everlasting righteous before God, by the righteousnesse that is in us.
but then we shall be made so perfectly holy by inherent righteousness, that we shall stand everlasting righteous before God, by the righteousness that is in us.
but there shall be all libertie, so as we shal never want either desire or power, to accomplish what may be for Gods everlasting glory, or our owne felicity.
but there shall be all liberty, so as we shall never want either desire or power, to accomplish what may be for God's everlasting glory, or our own felicity.
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Secondly, our Sabbath or dayes of rest, which God hath consecrated and blessed to us as the chiefe joy of our lives, proves many times dayes of sorrow and affliction,
Secondly, our Sabbath or days of rest, which God hath consecrated and blessed to us as the chief joy of our lives, Proves many times days of sorrow and affliction,
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but there our honour, and glory, and majestie shall be so great, as if all the Kings of the earth did bring their glory to one man, it would not equall what every one shall have there. 2. Tim. 4.8. Revel. 2.24. & 3.21. wee shall raigne in life.
but there our honour, and glory, and majesty shall be so great, as if all the Kings of the earth did bring their glory to one man, it would not equal what every one shall have there. 2. Tim. 4.8. Revel. 2.24. & 3.21. we shall Reign in life.
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whereas now they are gone from us, like lightning, in an instant, and our lives are afterward assaulted almost continually, with causes or occasion of sorrow;
whereas now they Are gone from us, like lightning, in an instant, and our lives Are afterwards assaulted almost continually, with Causes or occasion of sorrow;
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but there shall be no sorrow, no death, no crying nor paine, but God shall wipe away all teares from our eyes for ever. Revel. 21.4. 6 Thus of the differences of life on earth, and life in heaven.
but there shall be no sorrow, no death, no crying nor pain, but God shall wipe away all tears from our eyes for ever. Revel. 21.4. 6 Thus of the differences of life on earth, and life in heaven.
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as the onely meanes of pacifying Gods anger, or procuring eternall life, Act. 4.12. Ioh. 3.16. and thou must inwardly lay up Christ in thy heart, so as spiritually ever to eate his flesh and drinke his blood, by applying all hee hath done or suffered for thee in particular. Ioh. 6.53. 1. Ioh 5.12. 2 Thou must pray hard to the God of life, Psal. 42.8. and with great importunity beseech him to give thee the spirit of life, that is, Iesus Christ;
as the only means of pacifying God's anger, or procuring Eternal life, Act. 4.12. John 3.16. and thou must inwardly lay up christ in thy heart, so as spiritually ever to eat his Flesh and drink his blood, by applying all he hath done or suffered for thee in particular. John 6.53. 1. John 5.12. 2 Thou must pray hard to the God of life, Psalm 42.8. and with great importunity beseech him to give thee the Spirit of life, that is, Iesus christ;
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and with the more encouragement, because he hath promised to give even his holy Spirit to them that aske him, Luk. 11.13. 3 There will be no life in the soule, if thou doest not repent thee of thy sinnes, Act. 11.18.
and with the more encouragement, Because he hath promised to give even his holy Spirit to them that ask him, Luk. 11.13. 3 There will be no life in the soul, if thou dost not Repent thee of thy Sins, Act. 11.18.
And this is the harder worke, because first to confesse thy sinnes will not serve turne, unlesse thou forsake them, and overcome them, Revel. 2.7. so as the power of them be mastered, and thou doe from thy heart desire and resolve to leave them.
And this is the harder work, Because First to confess thy Sins will not serve turn, unless thou forsake them, and overcome them, Revel. 2.7. so as the power of them be mastered, and thou do from thy heart desire and resolve to leave them.
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If thy lusts, passions, disorders of life in drunkennesse, swearing, sinnes of deceite, or the like, be not mended, thou canst not live this life, 1. Cor. 6.9. Gal. 5.22.23. At the best, without an apparant victorie, there will be little comfort in life.
If thy Lustiest, passion, disorders of life in Drunkenness, swearing, Sins of deceit, or the like, be not mended, thou Canst not live this life, 1. Cor. 6.9. Gal. 5.22.23. At the best, without an apparent victory, there will be little Comfort in life.
or right hand, thou must cut them off, or pull them out, or else thou canst never enter into life, Mat. 18.8, 9. As in the case of rich men, the way of life is compared to the eye of a Needle,
or right hand, thou must Cut them off, or pull them out, or Else thou Canst never enter into life, Mathew 18.8, 9. As in the case of rich men, the Way of life is compared to the eye of a Needle,
This feare of the Lord is required to the very beginning of this life, Pro. 14.27. 4 Thou must deny thy selfe extreamly in outward things: thou must looke for persecution;
This Fear of the Lord is required to the very beginning of this life, Pro 14.27. 4 Thou must deny thy self extremely in outward things: thou must look for persecution;
for life is onely in the way of righteousnesse, Prov. 12.28. Rom. 2.7, 8. Ezech. 33.15, 16. Now, though this worke be very hard, yet thou hast many helpes, if thy heart be right and willing to obey: for,
for life is only in the Way of righteousness, Curae 12.28. Rom. 2.7, 8. Ezekiel 33.15, 16. Now, though this work be very hard, yet thou hast many helps, if thy heart be right and willing to obey: for,
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2 Thou hast the helpe of spirituall Armour, that is mighty through God, to cast downe strong holds, 2. Cor. 10.3, 4. thou wilt finde a strong supply from every ordinance of God;
2 Thou hast the help of spiritual Armour, that is mighty through God, to cast down strong holds, 2. Cor. 10.3, 4. thou wilt find a strong supply from every Ordinance of God;
3 Thou wilt have the benefite of Christs praiers and intercession for thee in heaven, Ioh. 17.17.15. which is of unspeakable force and power to helpe thee.
3 Thou wilt have the benefit of Christ Prayers and Intercession for thee in heaven, John 17.17.15. which is of unspeakable force and power to help thee.
and he will shew thee so much when thou seekest to him in his ordinances, 1. Ioh. 1.7. 3 Thou hast most precious promises, recorded every where in the sacred Volume of Gods booke, 2. Pet. 1.4.
and he will show thee so much when thou Seekest to him in his ordinances, 1. John 1.7. 3 Thou hast most precious promises, recorded every where in the sacred Volume of God's book, 2. Pet. 1.4.
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4 Who would not bee stirred up with the contemplation of that glorious inheritance is reserved for us in heaven? that incorruptible crown should make any body willing to abstain from all things,
4 Who would not be stirred up with the contemplation of that glorious inheritance is reserved for us in heaven? that incorruptible crown should make any body willing to abstain from all things,
and to runne with all violence in the race set before us, 1. Pet. 1.3. 1. Cor. 9.24, 25, 26, 27. Onely let mee conclude this point with an earnest exhortation to all Christians, that would have comfort of life, to apply themselves to get all possible knowledge they can in the Scriptures;
and to run with all violence in the raze Set before us, 1. Pet. 1.3. 1. Cor. 9.24, 25, 26, 27. Only let me conclude this point with an earnest exhortation to all Christians, that would have Comfort of life, to apply themselves to get all possible knowledge they can in the Scriptures;
They must attend, incline their eares, and not let them depart from betweene their eyes, and be sure to keepe them in the middest of their hearts, Prov. 4.22.21.20.
They must attend, incline their ears, and not let them depart from between their eyes, and be sure to keep them in the midst of their hearts, Curae 4.22.21.20.
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and when wee practise with discretion, looking to the circumstances of every dutie, not to draw upon our selves incombrances by our owne rashnesse or indiscretion.
and when we practise with discretion, looking to the Circumstances of every duty, not to draw upon our selves encumbrances by our own rashness or indiscretion.
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In particular, the desire after the Word of God, is a signe that we are at least new borne babes in Gods kingdom if so be wee desire it with a kind of naturall affection,
In particular, the desire After the Word of God, is a Signen that we Are At least new born babes in God's Kingdom if so be we desire it with a kind of natural affection,
and such a sorrow as quieteth the heart, and leaveth a vehement desire of reformation, and is most stirred by the sense of Gods goodnesse, Hos. 3.5. Esa. 1.16. and is found in prosperity as well as adversitie.
and such a sorrow as quieteth the heart, and Leaveth a vehement desire of Reformation, and is most stirred by the sense of God's Goodness, Hos. 3.5. Isaiah 1.16. and is found in Prosperity as well as adversity.
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and shew it by his estimation of Gods loving kindnesse, and all the signes of it, above all things in life, Psal. 63.2, 11. and by longing after the comming of Christ, 2. Tim. 4.8. and by grieving for Gods absence, Cant. 3.1. and by his feare to offend God in any thing, Iude 20. and by his willingnesse to suffer any thing for God and the Gospell. 1. Thes. 1.2. 5 By our love of the brethren.
and show it by his estimation of God's loving kindness, and all the Signs of it, above all things in life, Psalm 63.2, 11. and by longing After the coming of christ, 2. Tim. 4.8. and by grieving for God's absence, Cant 3.1. and by his Fear to offend God in any thing, Iude 20. and by his willingness to suffer any thing for God and the Gospel. 1. Thebes 1.2. 5 By our love of the brothers.
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The Alpostle Iohn with great confidence of words, makes this a signe, that wee are translated from death to life, 1. Ioh. 3.14. and it is infallible, if we so love them as we account them the only excellent ones, Psal. 16.3. and desire them as the onely companions of our lives, and if it bee for the grace and goodnesse is in them, 1. Ioh. 5.1. 2. Ioh. 1.2. and if it be, notwithstanding their infirmities, or adversities;
The Alpostle John with great confidence of words, makes this a Signen, that we Are translated from death to life, 1. John 3.14. and it is infallible, if we so love them as we account them the only excellent ones, Psalm 16.3. and desire them as the only Sodales of our lives, and if it be for the grace and Goodness is in them, 1. John 5.1. 2. John 1.2. and if it be, notwithstanding their infirmities, or adversities;
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If eternall life bee begun in us, wee are new creatures, borne againe; the Image of God is restored in us in some degree, Ioh. 3.5. Tit. 3.7, 5. Colos. 3.10.
If Eternal life be begun in us, we Are new creatures, born again; the Image of God is restored in us in Some degree, John 3.5. Tit. 3.7, 5. Colos 3.10.
Men be ordained to life, and their names written in the booke of life, Act. 13.48. Phil. 4.4. and God hath bound himselfe, by many promises in his Word, to the believer;
Men be ordained to life, and their names written in the book of life, Act. 13.48. Philip 4.4. and God hath bound himself, by many promises in his Word, to the believer;
and besides, hath confirmed it with an oath, Heb. 6.17. and Christ is gone into heaven, to make the place ready for all the heires of life, Ioh. 14.3. and further, wee have it already begun, even eternall life begun, Ioh. 17.3.
and beside, hath confirmed it with an oath, Hebrew 6.17. and christ is gone into heaven, to make the place ready for all the Heirs of life, John 14.3. and further, we have it already begun, even Eternal life begun, John 17.3.
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Vse 1. First, what a strong impression should this doctrine have upon the hearts of all unregenerate men? How should life and heaven suffer violence? How should this force open their eies, that they might awake from that fearefull lethargie,
Use 1. First, what a strong impression should this Doctrine have upon the hearts of all unregenerate men? How should life and heaven suffer violence? How should this force open their eyes, that they might awake from that fearful lethargy,
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and stand up from the dead, that Christ might give them this light of life? How should they unchangeably resolve to seeke Gods kingdome first above all things;
and stand up from the dead, that christ might give them this Light of life? How should they unchangeably resolve to seek God's Kingdom First above all things;
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1 They have cause to wonder at the exceeding riches of Gods kindnesse to them in Iesus Christ, in providing such an inheritance for them, Eph. 2.7. 2 They should pray earnestly to God to open their eyes more and more, to see the glory of this life;
1 They have cause to wonder At the exceeding riches of God's kindness to them in Iesus christ, in providing such an inheritance for them, Ephesians 2.7. 2 They should pray earnestly to God to open their eyes more and more, to see the glory of this life;
and effectually to take notice of the high dignity of their calling, and riches of their inheritance in life, Eph. 1.19. 3 This should marvellously weane their hearts from the cares of this present life, and from the love of earthly things, seeing their inheritance lyeth in spirituall and eternall life, 1. Cor. 7.31. Heb. 13.4, 5. & 11.13. Col. 3.1, 2. Phil. 3.20.
and effectually to take notice of the high dignity of their calling, and riches of their inheritance in life, Ephesians 1.19. 3 This should marvellously wean their hearts from the Cares of this present life, and from the love of earthly things, seeing their inheritance lies in spiritual and Eternal life, 1. Cor. 7.31. Hebrew 13.4, 5. & 11.13. Col. 3.1, 2. Philip 3.20.
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They have found the words of eternall life, and whither else will they goe? Tit. 3.7, 9. Heb. 13.9. 5 This should make them love one another, as such as shall bee companions in life for ever.
They have found the words of Eternal life, and whither Else will they go? Tit. 3.7, 9. Hebrew 13.9. 5 This should make them love one Another, as such as shall be Sodales in life for ever.
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and if there be any vertue, or any praise, they should strive to act that, being carefull in all things to maintaine good workes, Phil. 4.8. Tit. 3.7.8. Oh, what manner of persons should they be in all manner of good conversation!
and if there be any virtue, or any praise, they should strive to act that, being careful in all things to maintain good works, Philip 4.8. Tit. 3.7.8. O, what manner of Persons should they be in all manner of good Conversation!
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though they have crosses and wants in this life, yet, is not God their portion? and is it not enough they are provided for in respect of eternitie? and is there any comparison betweene the afflictions in this world,
though they have Crosses and Wants in this life, yet, is not God their portion? and is it not enough they Are provided for in respect of eternity? and is there any comparison between the afflictions in this world,
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as the Reprobates mentioned, Mat. 7.21. a man may have the gift of knowledge of the Scriptures, as S. Paul imports, 1. Cor. 8.2. Heb. 6.4. a man may confesse his sins, as Pharaoh and Saul did:
as the Reprobates mentioned, Mathew 7.21. a man may have the gift of knowledge of the Scriptures, as S. Paul imports, 1. Cor. 8.2. Hebrew 6.4. a man may confess his Sins, as Pharaoh and Saul did:
and weake Christians should diligently studie their booke of signes of true grace, and marke how the Scripture proveth all those saving graces to be such,
and weak Christians should diligently study their book of Signs of true grace, and mark how the Scripture Proves all those Saving graces to be such,
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Thirdly, in respect of the works of Nature: for by Nature wee doe such workes as proclaimes us to be children of disobedience, and children of the Divell;
Thirdly, in respect of the works of Nature: for by Nature we do such works as proclaims us to be children of disobedience, and children of the devil;
so as the inheritance cannot be had by the work es of the Law. Rom. 4.4. & 11.6. nor can our best workes after calling, deserve life and salvation. Tit. 3.7.4, 5.
so as the inheritance cannot be had by the work es of the Law. Rom. 4.4. & 11.6. nor can our best works After calling, deserve life and salvation. Tit. 3.7.4, 5.
Fourthly, the inchoation of life is from grace, whether we respect Vocation, Gal. 1.15. or Iustification, Tit. 3. 7. Gal. 2. ult. Lastly, in respect of the consummation of it in the perfection of glorie in heaven. Rom. 6. ult.
Fourthly, the inchoation of life is from grace, whither we respect Vocation, Gal. 1.15. or Justification, Tit. 3. 7. Gal. 2. ult. Lastly, in respect of the consummation of it in the perfection of glory in heaven. Rom. 6. ult.
And that we may the more admire the glorious grace of God, it will be profitable to give a touch of the fruits of it unto man, upon whom hee sets his favour:
And that we may the more admire the glorious grace of God, it will be profitable to give a touch of the fruits of it unto man, upon whom he sets his favour:
he pardons iniquitie, and takes them for his inheritance, and repents him of the evill. Exod. 34.9. Ioel 2. 12, 13. 4 He will withhold no good thing from them. Psal. 84.12.
he Pardons iniquity, and Takes them for his inheritance, and repents him of the evil. Exod 34.9. Joel 2. 12, 13. 4 He will withhold no good thing from them. Psalm 84.12.
& bestows of his best gifts upon them liberally, in all sorts of gifts. 1. Cor. 1.4, 5. 5 He will give them any thing they aske of him, without hitting them in the teeth. Iam. 1.5. Lastly, we see by this Text, he gives them the inheritance of eternall life, and all things that belong to life and godlinesse. 2. Pet. 1.4. The use should be to teach us many things: as,
& bestows of his best Gifts upon them liberally, in all sorts of Gifts. 1. Cor. 1.4, 5. 5 He will give them any thing they ask of him, without hitting them in the teeth. Iam. 1.5. Lastly, we see by this Text, he gives them the inheritance of Eternal life, and all things that belong to life and godliness. 2. Pet. 1.4. The use should be to teach us many things: as,
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seeing God doth all things so freely, he stands upon it greatly to have this glory in his Nature acknowledged. Psal. 111.1. & 149.3, 4. Ephes. 1.6. 2 To acknowledge that all good things we enjoy, eyther in temporall or spirituall things, wee receive it from his free grace. Psal. 44.4. Ephes. 2.8. for, by the grace of God wee are that we are. 1. Cor. 15.10.
seeing God does all things so freely, he Stands upon it greatly to have this glory in his Nature acknowledged. Psalm 111.1. & 149.3, 4. Ephesians 1.6. 2 To acknowledge that all good things we enjoy, either in temporal or spiritual things, we receive it from his free grace. Psalm 44.4. Ephesians 2.8. for, by the grace of God we Are that we Are. 1. Cor. 15.10.
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And yet further wee must know, that there must bee wrought in us that supernaturall gift of faith, by which onely we can be capable to receive this grace of God:
And yet further we must know, that there must be wrought in us that supernatural gift of faith, by which only we can be capable to receive this grace of God:
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but must labour truly and effectually to know Gods grace to themselves, Col. 1.6. 5 This doctrine of Gods grace may wonderfully comfort the godly, and establish their hearts in the assured expectation of Heaven when they die:
but must labour truly and effectually to know God's grace to themselves, Col. 1.6. 5 This Doctrine of God's grace may wonderfully Comfort the godly, and establish their hearts in the assured expectation of Heaven when they die:
Thus the Apostle saith, Wee have good hope through grace, 2. Thes. 2. 16. and againe, Wee have acccesse unto this grace, by which we stand & rejoyce in the hope of the glory of God, Rom. 5.2.
Thus the Apostle Says, we have good hope through grace, 2. Thebes 2. 16. and again, we have acccesse unto this grace, by which we stand & rejoice in the hope of the glory of God, Rom. 5.2.
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6 It may wonderfully embolden us, in our suites and requests to goe to Gods Throne, seeing it is a Throne of grace, where petitions are granted freely,
6 It may wonderfully embolden us, in our suits and requests to go to God's Throne, seeing it is a Throne of grace, where petitions Are granted freely,
and great suits as easily as lesser, Heb. 4.16. 7 Men should be warned to take heed that they doe not transgresse against this doctrine of the grace of God.
and great suits as Easily as lesser, Hebrew 4.16. 7 Men should be warned to take heed that they do not transgress against this Doctrine of the grace of God.
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Thirdly, when men turne the grace of God into wantonnesse, and draw wicked and licentious conclusions from the pure doctrine of Gods grace, making it a cloake for their sinfull liberties, Iud. 1.4. Rom. 6.1.
Thirdly, when men turn the grace of God into wantonness, and draw wicked and licentious conclusions from the pure Doctrine of God's grace, making it a cloak for their sinful Liberties, Iud. 1.4. Rom. 6.1.
or in the practise of true Christians, Heb. 10.29. 8 It should bee a wonderfull comfort to a Christian, against his owne frailties, and daily infirmities;
or in the practice of true Christians, Hebrew 10.29. 8 It should be a wonderful Comfort to a Christian, against his own frailties, and daily infirmities;
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according to that of the Apostle, Wee are not under the Law, but under Grace, Rom. 6.14, 15. Lastly, even the more gracious God is, the more carefull wee should be to walke worthy of his grace;
according to that of the Apostle, we Are not under the Law, but under Grace, Rom. 6.14, 15. Lastly, even the more gracious God is, the more careful we should be to walk worthy of his grace;
I thinke that is the tearme the Lawyers give for that tenure, where all the brethren have the same inheritance divided amongst them, and all alike heires.
I think that is the term the Lawyers give for that tenure, where all the brothers have the same inheritance divided among them, and all alike Heirs.
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4 They weare all the same apparell, being cloathed with the same righteousnesse of Christ, Gal, 3.27, 28. 5 They weare all the same livery, and badge of distinction;
4 They wear all the same apparel, being clothed with the same righteousness of christ, Gall, 3.27, 28. 5 They wear all the same livery, and badge of distinction;
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And so in all other saving graces, Eph. 4.5, 4. 1. Cor. 12. Eph. 5. 7. Rom. •. 2. 8 They have all the same promises, Eph. 3.6. 9 They have all the same or the like attendants, viz. the Angells of heaven, Heb. 1.13. 10 They are governed by the same lawes;
And so in all other Saving graces, Ephesians 4.5, 4. 1. Cor. 12. Ephesians 5. 7. Rom. •. 2. 8 They have all the same promises, Ephesians 3.6. 9 They have all the same or the like attendants, viz. the Angels of heaven, Hebrew 1.13. 10 They Are governed by the same laws;
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have all one Lord, Eph. 4.5. and have all the same way to heaven, which is by Christ ▪ & have all interest in the Teachers of the Word of Christ their Lord, 1. Cor. 3.22. 11 They shall have all the same glory after this life;
have all one Lord, Ephesians 4.5. and have all the same Way to heaven, which is by christ ▪ & have all Interest in the Teachers of the Word of christ their Lord, 1. Cor. 3.22. 11 They shall have all the same glory After this life;
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for the inheritance of them all is immortall, and undefiled, and without end, 1. Pet. 1.4. 12 They shall hold their glorie in the same place, after this life, viz. in heaven, 1 Pet. 1.4. The use of this should be greatly for the comfort of weake and poore Christians;
for the inheritance of them all is immortal, and undefiled, and without end, 1. Pet. 1.4. 12 They shall hold their glory in the same place, After this life, viz. in heaven, 1 Pet. 1.4. The use of this should be greatly for the Comfort of weak and poor Christians;
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And this should teach all Christians, not to have the glorious faith of Christ in respect of persons, Iam. 2.1, 2. And in particular, such husbands as have religious wives, should make the more account of them:
And this should teach all Christians, not to have the glorious faith of christ in respect of Persons, Iam. 2.1, 2. And in particular, such Husbands as have religious wives, should make the more account of them:
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The third reason is taken from the ill effect, if it be not done, and that is, that Gods service (and in particular, praier) will bee hindred; and that divers waies:
The third reason is taken from the ill Effect, if it be not done, and that is, that God's service (and in particular, prayer) will be hindered; and that diverse ways:
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or not to doe it, Psal. 105.1. 1. Thes. 5.17. Mat. 7.7. Rom. 12.12. Eph. 6.18. Col. .4 2. Doct. 2. The exercise of praier is not onely a part of Gods service, but it is an excellent part, a chiefe part, that which much excells. Which may appeare:
or not to do it, Psalm 105.1. 1. Thebes 5.17. Mathew 7.7. Rom. 12.12. Ephesians 6.18. Col..4 2. Doct. 2. The exercise of prayer is not only a part of God's service, but it is an excellent part, a chief part, that which much excels. Which may appear:
It is an exercise that godly men have be taken themselves to with great devotion, from the first times of the world, Gen. 4 26. & 21, 33. Thirdly, by the efficient cause of it:
It is an exercise that godly men have be taken themselves to with great devotion, from the First times of the world, Gen. 4 26. & 21, 33. Thirdly, by the efficient cause of it:
and making them acceptable, Rev. 8.3. Fiftly, by the great priviledges this exercise enjoyes. For fir st, God is greatly delighted in it, Pro. 15.8. and therefore one of his titles is, that he is a God that heareth praier, Psal. 65.1. and heares with great attention:
and making them acceptable, Rev. 8.3. Fifty, by the great privileges this exercise enjoys. For fir Saint, God is greatly delighted in it, Pro 15.8. and Therefore one of his titles is, that he is a God that hears prayer, Psalm 65.1. and hears with great attention:
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Lastly, God hath promised salvation to all them that call upon his name, Ioel 2. ult. And this point should be a great encouragement to all true Christians, to bee much in prayer,
Lastly, God hath promised salvation to all them that call upon his name, Joel 2. ult. And this point should be a great encouragement to all true Christians, to be much in prayer,
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and the wrath of God hangs over those families that have not praier used in them; as these places shew. Psal. 79.6. Zeph. 3.1, 2. Dan. 9.13. Ezech. 22.30. Doct. 4. Yea, in that he takes for granted, that christian husbands and wives did pray;
and the wrath of God hangs over those families that have not prayer used in them; as these places show. Psalm 79.6. Zephaniah 3.1, 2. Dan. 9.13. Ezekiel 22.30. Doct. 4. Yea, in that he Takes for granted, that christian Husbands and wives did pray;
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& doth make conscience of it to doe it, Psal. 32.6. for every Christian, that is a true Christian, hath the spirit of Adoption, by which hee cryes, Abba, Father, Rom. 8.16.
& does make conscience of it to do it, Psalm 32.6. for every Christian, that is a true Christian, hath the Spirit of Adoption, by which he cries, Abba, Father, Rom. 8.16.
yet if they bee not religious persons, and in particular, such as serve God by daily and devoute prayer, they are not true Christians, nor accepted of God.
yet if they be not religious Persons, and in particular, such as serve God by daily and devout prayer, they Are not true Christians, nor accepted of God.
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Which serves notably to confute the vaine trust in civill honesty, and the fairenesse of domesticall conversation, which bewitcheth many persons in the world.
Which serves notably to confute the vain trust in civil honesty, and the fairness of domestical Conversation, which bewitches many Persons in the world.
Wives that make no conscience to live quietly and obediently with their husbands, suffer a like alienation from God, both in their ability to serve him,
Wives that make no conscience to live quietly and obediently with their Husbands, suffer a like alienation from God, both in their ability to serve him,
and thence it was that the Church of the Iewes had their houres of prayer, Act. 3.1. and some are uttered suddenly, according to some speciall occasion.
and thence it was that the Church of the Iewes had their hours of prayer, Act. 3.1. and Some Are uttered suddenly, according to Some special occasion.
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Doct. 10. It is a great losse or inconvenience to have our prayers interrupted. This is plaine from the Text. And there may be many reasons assigned of it;
Doct. 10. It is a great loss or inconvenience to have our Prayers interrupted. This is plain from the Text. And there may be many Reasons assigned of it;
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1 If the person making it lye in any sinne, without repentance, Prov 15.8. Isa. 59.2. Lam. 3.44. Psal. 66.18. 2. Tim. 2.19. 1. Iohn 3.22. 2 If it be not made in faith, that is, if we beleeve not that we shall have what we aske. Matth. 11.24. Iam. 1.6. 3 If not made in the name of Christ. Iohn 16.23. 4 If it be made carelesly and coldly;
1 If the person making it lie in any sin, without Repentance, Curae 15.8. Isaiah 59.2. Lam. 3.44. Psalm 66.18. 2. Tim. 2.19. 1. John 3.22. 2 If it be not made in faith, that is, if we believe not that we shall have what we ask. Matthew 11.24. Iam. 1.6. 3 If not made in the name of christ. John 16.23. 4 If it be made carelessly and coldly;
when he heeds not what he sayes himselfe? 5 If a man aske amisse, that is, aske for carnall and corrupt ends. Iam. 4.3. 6 If a man be not in charitie with his neighbour, and will not forgive him his trespasse. Matt. 6 14. 7 If a man be unmercifull, and will not heare the cryes of the poore. Esa. 58.7. Prov. 21.13. Thus prayer is interrupted in the hearing of it.
when he heeds not what he Says himself? 5 If a man ask amiss, that is, ask for carnal and corrupt ends. Iam. 4.3. 6 If a man be not in charity with his neighbour, and will not forgive him his trespass. Matt. 6 14. 7 If a man be unmerciful, and will not hear the cries of the poor. Isaiah 58.7. Curae 21.13. Thus prayer is interrupted in the hearing of it.
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2 Diverse weake Christians are to be warned about fainting or discouragement in praying: they interrupt themselves with their owne feares, and objections: as for instance.
2 Diverse weak Christians Are to be warned about fainting or discouragement in praying: they interrupt themselves with their own fears, and objections: as for instance.
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Thirdly, we serve such a God as will heare us, if like little children we can but name the name of our heavenly Father. Rom. 8.15. 2. Tim. 2.19. Ob. But I am affraid God will not regard what I say to him.
Thirdly, we serve such a God as will hear us, if like little children we can but name the name of our heavenly Father. Rom. 8.15. 2. Tim. 2.19. Ob. But I am afraid God will not regard what I say to him.
Ans. Consider first the nature of God; hee loves to heare praier, Psal. 95.1. then thinke of the commandment of God, who in so many Scriptures, doth so peremptorily enjoyne us to pray to him:
Ans. Consider First the nature of God; he loves to hear prayer, Psalm 95.1. then think of the Commandment of God, who in so many Scriptures, does so peremptorily enjoin us to pray to him:
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For I conceive, that the Apostle in the rest of this Chapter doth secretly entend to dehort Christians from impaciency, under the troubles may befall them in this life.
For I conceive, that the Apostle in the rest of this Chapter does secretly intend to dehort Christians from impaciency, under the Troubles may befall them in this life.
First, he strives to shew them the best course to avoid trouble, as much as in them lies, from Vers. 8. to 14. Secondly, hee shewes them how to avoid impatiency,
First, he strives to show them the best course to avoid trouble, as much as in them lies, from Vers. 8. to 14. Secondly, he shows them how to avoid impatiency,
Rules Verse 8, 9. Reasons Verse 9. to 14. The Rules shew us how wee must carrie our selves, both towards the good, Verse 8. and towards the bad, Verse 9. And to strengthen those Rules, especially the latter of them, he gives three strong reasons:
Rules Verse 8, 9. Reasons Verse 9. to 14. The Rules show us how we must carry our selves, both towards the good, Verse 8. and towards the bad, Verse 9. And to strengthen those Rules, especially the latter of them, he gives three strong Reasons:
In giving Rules, hee shewes them what to thinke on, Vers. 14. and what to doe, both towards themselves, Vers. 14. and towards God, Vers. 15. and towards other men, Ver. 16. In generall,
In giving Rules, he shows them what to think on, Vers. 14. and what to do, both towards themselves, Vers. 14. and towards God, Vers. 15. and towards other men, Ver. 16. In general,
and they are rules that concerne our conversation with godly Christians, and so he shewes, that there are five things that are of singular use, to preserve a man from unquietnesse and trouble if it may be: as,
and they Are rules that concern our Conversation with godly Christians, and so he shows, that there Are five things that Are of singular use, to preserve a man from unquietness and trouble if it may be: as,
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for that both shewes us to the world to be the true Disciples of Christ, Ioh. 13. and besides, by the quality of brotherly love, a world of discord and trouble is prevented.
for that both shows us to the world to be the true Disciples of christ, John 13. and beside, by the quality of brotherly love, a world of discord and trouble is prevented.
4 To be pittifull, or as it is in the originall, to bee well bowelled, in respect of mercy, to have right bowells of mercy, in comforting and relieving such as are in distresse;
4 To be pitiful, or as it is in the original, to be well boweled, in respect of mercy, to have right bowels of mercy, in comforting and relieving such as Are in distress;
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First, to teach us not to bee offended or scandalized at the differences of opinion, that break out in all the Churches of Christ every where in our times.
First, to teach us not to be offended or scandalized At the differences of opinion, that break out in all the Churches of christ every where in our times.
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because there will never be perfect holinesse and agreement till wee come to heaven; then wee shall be holy as God is holy, and know as wee are knowne;
Because there will never be perfect holiness and agreement till we come to heaven; then we shall be holy as God is holy, and know as we Are known;
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Lastly, if Christians can agree no better, and have such defects, then wee should never wonder overmuch at the monstrous abominations in opinion or life, that are found amongst the wicked of the world, and in false Churches.
Lastly, if Christians can agree no better, and have such defects, then we should never wonder overmuch At the monstrous abominations in opinion or life, that Are found among the wicked of the world, and in false Churches.
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And the minde is unsound, when it is corrupt or putrified with ill opinions concerning either faith or manners, 2. Tim. 3.8. 1. Cor. 11.3. and when it is blinded with ignorance, 2. Cor. 4.4, •. for without knowledge the minde cannot bee good, Prov. 19.2. and it is a divellish mischiefe to have darkenesse in our mindes, as that place in the Corinth. shewes.
And the mind is unsound, when it is corrupt or Putrified with ill opinions Concerning either faith or manners, 2. Tim. 3.8. 1. Cor. 11.3. and when it is blinded with ignorance, 2. Cor. 4.4, •. for without knowledge the mind cannot be good, Curae 19.2. and it is a devilish mischief to have darkness in our minds, as that place in the Corinth. shows.
The minde is also unfound, and in wofull taking, when it is taken up with vile thoughts and contemplative wickednesse, Rom. 1.21. Eph. 4.17. and when men have double minds, Iam. 4.7. or wavering minds, Iam. 1.7.
The mind is also unfound, and in woeful taking, when it is taken up with vile thoughts and contemplative wickedness, Rom. 1.21. Ephesians 4.17. and when men have double minds, Iam. 4.7. or wavering minds, Iam. 1.7.
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And therefore one of the highest curses God inflicts upon men with whom he is angry, is to plague them in their mindes, either with a reprobate minde, Rom. 1.28. or with a desperate minde.
And Therefore one of the highest curses God inflicts upon men with whom he is angry, is to plague them in their minds, either with a Reprobate mind, Rom. 1.28. or with a desperate mind.
Thirdly, this should teach all carefull Christians, to gird up the loynes of their mindes, 1. Pet. 1.13. and to labour to get a sound minde, 2. Tim. 1.7. and in particular, to get the unity of minde which the Apostle here requires.
Thirdly, this should teach all careful Christians, to gird up the loins of their minds, 1. Pet. 1.13. and to labour to get a found mind, 2. Tim. 1.7. and in particular, to get the unity of mind which the Apostle Here requires.
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The third Doctrine then, which I observe out of these words, is, That all true Christians are bound in a speciall manner, to strive to be all of one minde;
The third Doctrine then, which I observe out of these words, is, That all true Christians Are bound in a special manner, to strive to be all of one mind;
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This is urged in divers Scriptures, as 1. Cor. 1.10. 2. Cor. 13.11. Phil. 2.2. Rom. 15. 5. and this was the great glory of the first christian Church, that all the multitude were of one heart and one soule, Act. 4. 32. There are many reasons to perswade us hereunto.
This is urged in diverse Scriptures, as 1. Cor. 1.10. 2. Cor. 13.11. Philip 2.2. Rom. 15. 5. and this was the great glory of the First christian Church, that all the multitude were of one heart and one soul, Act. 4. 32. There Are many Reasons to persuade us hereunto.
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to breake this unity, is to cut asunder the very veines and sinewes of the mysticall body of Christ, 1. Cor. 1.10. 2 From the equity and comelinesse of it.
to break this unity, is to Cut asunder the very Veins and sinews of the mystical body of christ, 1. Cor. 1.10. 2 From the equity and comeliness of it.
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Wee have but one God, one Father, one Baptisme, one Spirit, one Hope, and therefore should have but one Faith, Eph. 4.4.3.5. 3 From the good effects of this unity:
we have but one God, one Father, one Baptism, one Spirit, one Hope, and Therefore should have but one Faith, Ephesians 4.4.3.5. 3 From the good effects of this unity:
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and that we have right bowels and mercie unto others. Phil. 2.1, 2. 4 From the ill effects of dissenting. Two of them may be gathered from the coherence in this place:
and that we have right bowels and mercy unto Others. Philip 2.1, 2. 4 From the ill effects of dissenting. Two of them may be gathered from the coherence in this place:
for first, it is implyed, That if Christians agree not in opinions, they will hardly practise the foure other vertues here named, towards the persons with whom they dissent:
for First, it is employed, That if Christians agree not in opinions, they will hardly practise the foure other Virtues Here nam, towards the Persons with whom they dissent:
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It may be observed, that all the while a man is in contention about his diverse or strange opinions, in which he dissents, he is not so quiet in himselfe,
It may be observed, that all the while a man is in contention about his diverse or strange opinions, in which he dissents, he is not so quiet in himself,
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but many times workes still in them, as it proves the subverting of their soules; as the Apostles shew in the case of difference about the ceremoniall Law, Act. 15.24.
but many times works still in them, as it Proves the subverting of their Souls; as the Apostles show in the case of difference about the ceremonial Law, Act. 15.24.
but too carnally minded, and that they were farre behinde them in knowledge, as we may gather, 1. Cor. 14.36, 37. Thus the false Teachers vilified Saint Paul and the Apostles.
but too carnally minded, and that they were Far behind them in knowledge, as we may gather, 1. Cor. 14.36, 37. Thus the false Teachers vilified Saint Paul and the Apostles.
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We must be of one minde, but then it must be according to Christ Iesus, Rom. 15.5. that is, this consent in judgement must be in the truth, and in such truth especially as may further the edification of the mysticall body of Christ:
We must be of one mind, but then it must be according to christ Iesus, Rom. 15.5. that is, this consent in judgement must be in the truth, and in such truth especially as may further the edification of the mystical body of christ:
wee should say with the Apostle, What, came the word of God out from you? or came it unto you only? 2. Cor. 14.36. Especially, men must take heed of receiving opinions from meere private persons, that are not Ministers of Gospell:
we should say with the Apostle, What, Come the word of God out from you? or Come it unto you only? 2. Cor. 14.36. Especially, men must take heed of receiving opinions from mere private Persons, that Are not Ministers of Gospel:
for I suppose it cannot be shewed from any place of Scripture, that ever anie truth was revealed to or by a private man, that was unknowne to all the Teachers of the Church:
for I suppose it cannot be showed from any place of Scripture, that ever any truth was revealed to or by a private man, that was unknown to all the Teachers of the Church:
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yea, if the authors of diverse and strange doctrines be Ministers, yet that rule of the Apostle should hold, that the spirits of the Prophets should be subject to the Prophets.
yea, if the Authors of diverse and strange doctrines be Ministers, yet that Rule of the Apostle should hold, that the spirits of the prophets should be Subject to the prophets.
And this rule hath one thing more in it, viz. that men should not expresse difference of opinion, without open and manifest Scripture: Avoide doubtfull disputations, Rom. 14.1. Esa. 8. 3 A great respect must be had to the Churches peace;
And this Rule hath one thing more in it, viz. that men should not express difference of opinion, without open and manifest Scripture: Avoid doubtful disputations, Rom. 14.1. Isaiah 8. 3 A great respect must be had to the Churches peace;
Yea, moderate Christians that make conscience of unity, should hold themselves in conscience bound to be affraid to depart from the judgment of the Church in which they live,
Yea, moderate Christians that make conscience of unity, should hold themselves in conscience bound to be afraid to depart from the judgement of the Church in which they live,
To preserve the unity of the spirit, we must haue great respect to the bond of peace, Rom. 14.19. 1. Cor. 14.33. Eph. 4.3. We must greatly reverence the forme of doctrine in the Church where wee live, Rom. 6.17.
To preserve the unity of the Spirit, we must have great respect to the bound of peace, Rom. 14.19. 1. Cor. 14.33. Ephesians 4.3. We must greatly Reverence the Form of Doctrine in the Church where we live, Rom. 6.17.
and to make himselfe fully perswaded in his mind, about such truths as are fundamentally necessarie to salvation, 2. Tim. 1.13. 5 Private Christians in receiving opinions, should have great respect unto such Teachers as have beene their fathers in Christ;
and to make himself Fully persuaded in his mind, about such truths as Are fundamentally necessary to salvation, 2. Tim. 1.13. 5 Private Christians in receiving opinions, should have great respect unto such Teachers as have been their Father's in christ;
6 To preserve a further unity, it should be the care of such as have gifts of knowledge and utterance, to helpe forwards such as are weake in judgement,
6 To preserve a further unity, it should be the care of such as have Gifts of knowledge and utterance, to help forward such as Are weak in judgement,
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and avoide them, Rom. 16.17, 18. The second use may be for the reproofe of multitudes of Christians in all places, that offend greatly against this Doctrine, by their dissenting in opinions, without due respect of the former rules.
and avoid them, Rom. 16.17, 18. The second use may be for the reproof of Multitudes of Christians in all places, that offend greatly against this Doctrine, by their dissenting in opinions, without due respect of the former rules.
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and more spirituall than such as receive them not, or resist them, 1. Cor. 14.37. 2 When the opinions are meerely new, and unheard of before in the Christian world.
and more spiritual than such as receive them not, or resist them, 1. Cor. 14.37. 2 When the opinions Are merely new, and unheard of before in the Christian world.
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and are like Salamanders that live alwaies in the fire, and know no zeale without contention, 1. Cor. 11.16. 7 When men differ in judgment, in the very points of foundation;
and Are like Salamanders that live always in the fire, and know no zeal without contention, 1. Cor. 11.16. 7 When men differ in judgement, in the very points of Foundation;
especially when men are so new fangled, as in every place to receive almost any doctrine that is new and diverse, Eph. 4.14. 9 When men quarrell so earnestly about things of lesse moment, contrary to the custome of the Churches;
especially when men Are so new fangled, as in every place to receive almost any Doctrine that is new and diverse, Ephesians 4.14. 9 When men quarrel so earnestly about things of less moment, contrary to the custom of the Churches;
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or about eating the Sacrament full or fasting, 1. Cor. 11. or about such indifferent things as may be used or not used, with Christian liberty, Rom. 14. or about Genealogies, 1. Tim. 1.4. and such like.
or about eating the Sacrament full or fasting, 1. Cor. 11. or about such indifferent things as may be used or not used, with Christian liberty, Rom. 14. or about Genealogies, 1. Tim. 1.4. and such like.
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And that this reproofe may enter the more deepely upon the hearts of some Christians, it will be profitable to consider of the ill causes of dissenting:
And that this reproof may enter the more deeply upon the hearts of Some Christians, it will be profitable to Consider of the ill Causes of dissenting:
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Some men teach and professe to hold opinions of dissenting, sometimes meerely for advantage to their estates, either to get maintenance or preferment in the world by it, Tit. 1.10.11. Rom. 16.19, 20. 6 Prejudice is the roote of dissenting many times:
some men teach and profess to hold opinions of dissenting, sometime merely for advantage to their estates, either to get maintenance or preferment in the world by it, Tit. 1.10.11. Rom. 16.19, 20. 6 Prejudice is the root of dissenting many times:
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so a great aptnesse to receive divers and strange doctrines, 2. Tim. 4.3, 4. 8 The contempt of their godly Teachers, and want of sound affection to them:
so a great aptness to receive diverse and strange doctrines, 2. Tim. 4.3, 4. 8 The contempt of their godly Teachers, and want of found affection to them:
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And this is the more vile, as some Christians order the matter, because of their hypocrisie, in magnifying the judgement or gifts of Teachers that are absent,
And this is the more vile, as Some Christians order the matter, Because of their hypocrisy, in magnifying the judgement or Gifts of Teachers that Are absent,
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as it excludes all unity of opinion or practise with such Churches, or particular persons, as hold doctrines against the foundation of Christian religion;
as it excludes all unity of opinion or practice with such Churches, or particular Persons, as hold doctrines against the Foundation of Christian Religion;
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and it is impossible to reconcile us to them, unless they change their minds. I will instance indivers things, wherein wee cannot, without losing Christ, be of one minde: as,
and it is impossible to reconcile us to them, unless they change their minds. I will instance indivers things, wherein we cannot, without losing christ, be of one mind: as,
for the Apostle saith expressely, that they that doe so, hold not the head, and so cannot be true members of Christ. Col. 2.18, 19. 3 In their Polatry, in making and worshipping of Images, and almost infinite superstitions, contrary to the second Commandement expressely;
for the Apostle Says expressly, that they that do so, hold not the head, and so cannot be true members of christ. Col. 2.18, 19. 3 In their Polatry, in making and worshipping of Images, and almost infinite superstitions, contrary to the second Commandment expressly;
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if they be delivered by the Church, in equall authoritie with the Scriptures. If wee be of one minde with them herein, we cannot escape Gods eternall curse; as these Scriptures shew. Gal 1.8. Rev. 22 18. 5 In their doctrine of perfection:
if they be Delivered by the Church, in equal Authority with the Scriptures. If we be of one mind with them herein, we cannot escape God's Eternal curse; as these Scriptures show. Gall 1.8. Rev. 22 18. 5 In their Doctrine of perfection:
No, this is so dangerous an errour, that the Apostle saith there is no truth in the man that holds it. 1. Iohn 1.8, 10. I omit the rehearsall of other differences. Thus of the first vertue.
No, this is so dangerous an error, that the Apostle Says there is no truth in the man that holds it. 1. John 1.8, 10. I omit the rehearsal of other differences. Thus of the First virtue.
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and so the people of the twelve Tribes were brethren, Exod. 2.11. Thirdly, by profession; especially the profession of Religion makes all professors brethren, Act. 11.1. & 1.16.
and so the people of the twelve Tribes were brothers, Exod 2.11. Thirdly, by profession; especially the profession of Religion makes all professors brothers, Act. 11.1. & 1.16.
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and so wee become brethren eyther by his incarnation, Heb. 2.16, 17. or in respect of our mystical union with him in his mysticall bodie, Col. 1.2. Matth. 25.40.
and so we become brothers either by his incarnation, Hebrew 2.16, 17. or in respect of our mystical Union with him in his mystical body, Col. 1.2. Matthew 25.40.
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& 22. So then if any aske who are the brethren here meant, that wee must so love? I answer, they are such as are professors with us of the same religion,
& 22. So then if any ask who Are the brothers Here meant, that we must so love? I answer, they Are such as Are professors with us of the same Religion,
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But that we may more plainly see, who are meant by brethren in the Scriptures it will bee profitable to observe, that they are described by their holinesse.
But that we may more plainly see, who Are meant by brothers in the Scriptures it will be profitable to observe, that they Are described by their holiness.
The brethren we must love, are such as are partakers of the holy calling, Heb. 3.1. such as are begotten of God, 1 Ioh. 5.1. such as will doe the will of God by sound practise, Mat. 12.47, 49. They are the holy brethren wee are here charged to love, 1. Thes. 5.27. For the second;
The brothers we must love, Are such as Are partakers of the holy calling, Hebrew 3.1. such as Are begotten of God, 1 John 5.1. such as will do the will of God by found practice, Mathew 12.47, 49. They Are the holy brothers we Are Here charged to love, 1. Thebes 5.27. For the second;
for thereby wee partake of a heavenly calling, Heb. 3.1. wee stand all in relation to God, as his owne children by adoption, Eph. 4.6. and so peace, and the blessing of God as a father, is upon us all, Eph. 6.23. Gal. 6.16. and we are greatly beloved of God, Rom. 1.7. and brought up in the same family, Eph. 3.17. fed with the same diet and entertainment in Gods house, and estated into an inheritance, better than all the kingdomes of the world, Rom. 9.17.
for thereby we partake of a heavenly calling, Hebrew 3.1. we stand all in Relation to God, as his own children by adoption, Ephesians 4.6. and so peace, and the blessing of God as a father, is upon us all, Ephesians 6.23. Gal. 6.16. and we Are greatly Beloved of God, Rom. 1.7. and brought up in the same family, Ephesians 3.17. fed with the same diet and entertainment in God's house, and estated into an inheritance, better than all the kingdoms of the world, Rom. 9.17.
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This was the speciall, and one of the last commandements of our blessed Saviour, which hee gave in charge when hee was going to his death, 1. Ioh. 3.23.
This was the special, and one of the last Commandments of our blessed Saviour, which he gave in charge when he was going to his death, 1. John 3.23.
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as brotherly love is continued, and encreased in us, Eph. 4.16. Sixtly, because the Godly they must bee our everlasting companions in heaven, 1. Pet. 4.8. 1. Cor. 13.8.
as brotherly love is continued, and increased in us, Ephesians 4.16. Sixty, Because the Godly they must be our everlasting Sodales in heaven, 1. Pet. 4.8. 1. Cor. 13.8.
but ariseth out of our dispositions and inclinations, as wee are made new Creatures in Iesus Christ, 2. Cor. 8.8. 2 It must be a sincere love, a love without dissimulation. Rom. 12.10. not in word but in deed, 1. Ioh. 3.18. 3 It must be a fervent love:
but arises out of our dispositions and inclinations, as we Are made new Creatures in Iesus christ, 2. Cor. 8.8. 2 It must be a sincere love, a love without dissimulation. Rom. 12.10. not in word but in deed, 1. John 3.18. 3 It must be a fervent love:
wee must love them earnestly, and with great affection, above all other people, 1. Pet 4.8. brotherly kind love, 2. Pet. 1.7. 4 It must be a pure love, that comes from a pure heart, 1. Tim. 1.5. and projects not any iniquity, 1. Cor. 13.6. and therefore must be a love in the Spirit, Col. 1.8. 5 It must be a diligent love, that will expresse it by the daily fruits of it upon all occasions;
we must love them earnestly, and with great affection, above all other people, 1. Pet 4.8. brotherly kind love, 2. Pet. 1.7. 4 It must be a pure love, that comes from a pure heart, 1. Tim. 1.5. and projects not any iniquity, 1. Cor. 13.6. and Therefore must be a love in the Spirit, Col. 1.8. 5 It must be a diligent love, that will express it by the daily fruits of it upon all occasions;
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and forbearing one another, Eph. 4.2. 8 It must be a constant love: wee must love alwaies, as well as earnestly, Gal. 4.18. 9 It must be a growing love, that will still encrease and abound, Phil. 1.9. 1. Thes. 4.10. The use may be divers: for,
and forbearing one Another, Ephesians 4.2. 8 It must be a constant love: we must love always, as well as earnestly, Gal. 4.18. 9 It must be a growing love, that will still increase and abound, Philip 1.9. 1. Thebes 4.10. The use may be diverse: for,
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for, for this sinnes sake, when they hate a godly Christian, because his workes are better than theirs, God reckons of them but as Cainites, the seed of Cain ;
for, for this Sins sake, when they hate a godly Christian, Because his works Are better than theirs, God reckons of them but as Cainites, the seed of Cain;
To hate a godly man is murther in the sight of God, and deprives a man of eternall life, 1. Ioh. 3.14 15. and prooves him that is guilty of it, to bee a person that abides in death.
To hate a godly man is murder in the sighed of God, and deprives a man of Eternal life, 1. John 3.14 15. and Proves him that is guilty of it, to be a person that abides in death.
for hee that loveth not his brother whom he hath seene, how can hee love God whom hee hath not seene? And it is Gods peremptory commandement, that hee that loveth God, love his brother also, •. Ioh. 4.20, 21.
for he that loves not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen? And it is God's peremptory Commandment, that he that loves God, love his brother also, •. John 4.20, 21.
for it is the divells speciall sinne to be an adversary, and an accuser of the brethren, Rev. 12.10. so that hee is a divell incarnate that useth this course, Rom. 14.3, 10, 13. Iam. 4.11, 12. & 5, 9. Thirdly, it reprooveth the great worldlinesse that is discerned in divers Christians, that are so hardly drawne to shew compassion and mercy to poore Christians when they are in distresse.
for it is the Devils special sin to be an adversary, and an accuser of the brothers, Rev. 12.10. so that he is a Devil incarnate that uses this course, Rom. 14.3, 10, 13. Iam. 4.11, 12. & 5, 9. Thirdly, it Reproveth the great worldliness that is discerned in diverse Christians, that Are so hardly drawn to show compassion and mercy to poor Christians when they Are in distress.
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& from thence into suites of Law, against their brethren: which is cleerely condemned in these Scriptures both by example and prohibition, Gen. 13.8. Act. 7.26. 1. Cor. 1.10. & 6.5.
& from thence into suits of Law, against their brothers: which is clearly condemned in these Scriptures both by Exampl and prohibition, Gen. 13.8. Act. 7.26. 1. Cor. 1.10. & 6.5.
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and so endanger not onely their present consolation, but (as much as in them lyeth) their salvation also, Mat. 18.6.1. Cor. 8, 11, 12, 13. Thus of the use for reproofe.
and so endanger not only their present consolation, but (as much as in them lies) their salvation also, Mathew 18.6.1. Cor. 8, 11, 12, 13. Thus of the use for reproof.
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Vse 2. Secondly, this Doctrine may serve for instruction, and so it should prevaile with us, to desire & endeavour to expresse and preserve amongst us brotherly love, that it may be,
Use 2. Secondly, this Doctrine may serve for instruction, and so it should prevail with us, to desire & endeavour to express and preserve among us brotherly love, that it may be,
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1 We must not fashion our selves according to this world, but avoide all needelesse conversation with wicked men, Rom. 12.1, 2. 2 Wee must take heede of, and avoide such as sow difcord, or cause diuisions amongst men:
1 We must not fashion our selves according to this world, but avoid all needless Conversation with wicked men, Rom. 12.1, 2. 2 we must take heed of, and avoid such as sow difcord, or cause divisions among men:
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and studying of our ends in conversing, 1. Cor. 13, 5. Phil. 2.4. 6 Wee must take heede of overmuch retyrednesse, and neglecting of comfortable and profitable fellowship with our brethren, Heb. 10.25. Phil. 1.6. Psal. 133.1. These are things wee must avoid.
and studying of our ends in conversing, 1. Cor. 13, 5. Philip 2.4. 6 we must take heed of overmuch retiredness, and neglecting of comfortable and profitable fellowship with our brothers, Hebrew 10.25. Philip 1.6. Psalm 133.1. These Are things we must avoid.
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1 Wee must provoke one another to love, by all words and carriages that may bee without flattery or dissimulation, Heb. 10.24. 2 Wee should strive, without complement, to shew the sound proofe of our love in all our actions;
1 we must provoke one Another to love, by all words and carriages that may be without flattery or dissimulation, Hebrew 10.24. 2 we should strive, without compliment, to show the found proof of our love in all our actions;
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and before men in this thing, 2. Cor. 8.24. 3 In all things wee doe to, or for the brethren, we should strive to doe them after a loving and respective manner.
and before men in this thing, 2. Cor. 8.24. 3 In all things we do to, or for the brothers, we should strive to do them After a loving and respective manner.
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1 If wee know any fault by our brother, and feele that it doth tempt us to alienation, wee must then remember the charge given, Levit. 19.17. which is, not to suffer our hearts to hate him, but give a vent unto our hearts by a plaine and discreet reproofe.
1 If we know any fault by our brother, and feel that it does tempt us to alienation, we must then Remember the charge given, Levit. 19.17. which is, not to suffer our hearts to hate him, but give a vent unto our hearts by a plain and discreet reproof.
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and forbeare them, if they bee meere frailties, choosing rather to crosse our selves than to irritate or provoke them in their weakenesse, Rom. 15.1, 2.
and forbear them, if they be mere frailties, choosing rather to cross our selves than to irritate or provoke them in their weakness, Rom. 15.1, 2.
and readinesse to make satisfaction, Mat. 5.23, 24. Onely wee must remember about this doctrine of the love of the brethren, that there are three caveats to be looked to.
and readiness to make satisfaction, Mathew 5.23, 24. Only we must Remember about this Doctrine of the love of the brothers, that there Are three caveats to be looked to.
and the publike ministerie, then such a one is to be avoided; onely he must be admonished as a brother, 2. Thes. 3.6, 15. 3 Servants are charged to looke to it, that they be obedient and subject, notwithstanding this doctrine, that their Masters are brethren, 1. Tim. 6.1. Pittifull. ] The word rendred Pittifull, in the Originall signifies, rightly bowelled, or such as have true or right bowels:
and the public Ministry, then such a one is to be avoided; only he must be admonished as a brother, 2. Thebes 3.6, 15. 3 Servants Are charged to look to it, that they be obedient and Subject, notwithstanding this Doctrine, that their Masters Are brothers, 1. Tim. 6.1. Pitiful. ] The word rendered Pitiful, in the Original signifies, rightly boweled, or such as have true or right bowels:
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In other Scriptures it is shewed, that though they doe shew mercy, yet if some things be not looked to, it will not be accepted, as Mith. 6.8. there is required not only mercy, but the love of mercy:
In other Scriptures it is showed, that though they do show mercy, yet if Some things be not looked to, it will not be accepted, as Mith. 6.8. there is required not only mercy, but the love of mercy:
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because they were done to be seen of men: & in 1. Cor. 13.2. the Apostle saith, If a man give all that hee hath to the poore, and want love, it is nothing:
Because they were done to be seen of men: & in 1. Cor. 13.2. the Apostle Says, If a man give all that he hath to the poor, and want love, it is nothing:
and about this rule therefore two things are to be explicated. 1 What bowells of mercy meanes. 2 What right bowells imports. For the first. Bowells of mercy imports;
and about this Rule Therefore two things Are to be explicated. 1 What bowels of mercy means. 2 What right bowels imports. For the First. Bowels of mercy imports;
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1 If we be prepared unto such good works, and so both our eares should bee prepared, that they may bee open to the cry of the poore, Prov. 21.13. and the matter of mercy should be made ready.
1 If we be prepared unto such good works, and so both our ears should be prepared, that they may be open to the cry of the poor, Curae 21.13. and the matter of mercy should be made ready.
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And to this purpose, it were an excellent course if Christians would lay up weekely a part of their gettings, which they would consecrate to God, that it might bee ready when there were neede, 1. Cor. 16.1, 2. and further,
And to this purpose, it were an excellent course if Christians would lay up weekly a part of their gettings, which they would consecrate to God, that it might be ready when there were need, 1. Cor. 16.1, 2. and further,
if wee be (as God is) mindefull of mercy, and doe exercise it speedily without delay, Prov. 3.27, 28. 2 If wee looke not for too much beholdingnesse from them that are relieved.
if we be (as God is) mindful of mercy, and do exercise it speedily without Delay, Curae 3.27, 28. 2 If we look not for too much beholdingness from them that Are relieved.
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8 If we exercise our selves in everie kind of mercie, both spirituall and corporall, in giving, lending, visiting, clothing, feeding, instructing, admonishing, comforting, &c.
8 If we exercise our selves in every kind of mercy, both spiritual and corporal, in giving, lending, visiting, clothing, feeding, instructing, admonishing, comforting, etc.
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both because with the Pharisees, they doe their works to be seene of men, and with opinion of justification and salvation by the merite of their workes:
both Because with the Pharisees, they do their works to be seen of men, and with opinion of justification and salvation by the merit of their works:
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or not bowells of mercy, or not according to the rules given before, especially such as hide themselves from the poore, Esay 58.7. and use shifts and excuses to avoide such supplies, as are necessary for the furtherance of the reliefe for the poore in such places as they live, Prov. 24.11, 12. But judgement mercilesse shall bee to them that shew no mercie, Iam. 2.13. 4 Diverse of the better sort are to be rebuked about this point:
or not bowels of mercy, or not according to the rules given before, especially such as hide themselves from the poor, Isaiah 58.7. and use shifts and excuses to avoid such supplies, as Are necessary for the furtherance of the relief for the poor in such places as they live, Curae 24.11, 12. But judgement merciless shall be to them that show no mercy, Iam. 2.13. 4 Diverse of the better sort Are to be rebuked about this point:
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many Christians spend a great deale of zeale about lesser matters, and in the meane time neglect the greater things of the Law, such as are judgement and mercie;
many Christians spend a great deal of zeal about lesser matters, and in the mean time neglect the greater things of the Law, such as Are judgement and mercy;
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suffering them to direct our workes herein with all readinesse, 2. Cor. 8.5.24. and to this end we should use all good meanes to stir up our selves to good workes of this kinde all our daies:
suffering them to Direct our works herein with all readiness, 2. Cor. 8.5.24. and to this end we should use all good means to stir up our selves to good works of this kind all our days:
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and therefore we should plow up the fallow ground of our hearts, by praier and confession of our naturall barrennesse herein, and indisposition, Hosea 10.12. and withall, thinke much of all the motives might stirre us up hereunto:
and Therefore we should blow up the fallow ground of our hearts, by prayer and Confessi of our natural Barrenness herein, and indisposition, Hosea 10.12. and withal, think much of all the motives might stir us up hereunto:
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And so wee should thinke of the matchlesse patterne of Gods mercy, and in particular of his mercy to us, Mat. 5. Luk. 6. as also of the worth of mercy;
And so we should think of the matchless pattern of God's mercy, and in particular of his mercy to us, Mathew 5. Luk. 6. as also of the worth of mercy;
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2 A conversation void of harshnesse, sullennesse; intractablenesse, scornefulnesse, clownishnesse, churlishnesse, desperatenesse, or hardnesse to please.
2 A Conversation void of harshness, sullenness; intractableness, scornefulnesse, clownishness, churlishness, desperateness, or hardness to please.
3 In matters of offence, it makes the fairest interpretations, and forgives heartily and cheerfully, Eph. 4.32. 4 In entertainment, it is free, and hearty, and loving, Act. 28.7. 5 In hearing others speake, it is patient and willing, Act. 24.4. 6 In giving honour, it preferreth others almost of all sorts.
3 In matters of offence, it makes the Fairest interpretations, and forgives heartily and cheerfully, Ephesians 4.32. 4 In entertainment, it is free, and hearty, and loving, Act. 28.7. 5 In hearing Others speak, it is patient and willing, Act. 24.4. 6 In giving honour, it preferreth Others almost of all sorts.
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nor unadvisedly contract any speciall familiarity or friendship with persons unequall or unmeet, nor rashly discover secret things to all wee meete withall.
nor unadvisedly contract any special familiarity or friendship with Persons unequal or unmeet, nor rashly discover secret things to all we meet withal.
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Vers. 9. Not rendring evill for evill, or rayling for rayling: but contrariwise, blessing, knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing. REnder not evill for evill.
Vers. 9. Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise, blessing, knowing that you Are thereunto called, that you should inherit a blessing. REnder not evil for evil.
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1 That wicked men are naturally bent to doe evill, and to be injurious, and to revile others, especially the godly, Psal. 36.3.4. Destruction and misery are in their waies, and the way of peace they have not knowne:
1 That wicked men Are naturally bent to do evil, and to be injurious, and to revile Others, especially the godly, Psalm 36.3.4. Destruction and misery Are in their ways, and the Way of peace they have not known:
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and their throate is an open Sepulchre, their mouths are full of cursing and bitternesse, Rom. 3.13, 14, 16, 17. The poyson of Aspes is under their lippes.
and their throat is an open Sepulchre, their mouths Are full of cursing and bitterness, Rom. 3.13, 14, 16, 17. The poison of Asps is under their lips.
God can restraine the very Lyons that they should not fall upon Daniel, and he can cast a feare upon the wicked, that they shall not attempt injury against the godly:
God can restrain the very Lyons that they should not fallen upon daniel, and he can cast a Fear upon the wicked, that they shall not attempt injury against the godly:
2 All private revenge is forbidden; or it is unlawfull to render evill for evill. 2. Thes. 5.15. the Apostle saith, See that no man recompence unto anie man evill for evill. Note there three things:
2 All private revenge is forbidden; or it is unlawful to render evil for evil. 2. Thebes 5.15. the Apostle Says, See that no man recompense unto any man evil for evil. Note there three things:
we must not render evill to any man, of any religion, condition, or estate, whatsoever the injury bee. So, Rom. 12.17. the like charge is given, and two excellent reasons against private revenge:
we must not render evil to any man, of any Religion, condition, or estate, whatsoever the injury be. So, Rom. 12.17. the like charge is given, and two excellent Reasons against private revenge:
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And further, God hath never failed to execute vengeance, whereas men many times faile, and cannot perform the revenge they seeke; but rather the contrary;
And further, God hath never failed to execute vengeance, whereas men many times fail, and cannot perform the revenge they seek; but rather the contrary;
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Gods vengeance falls upon them for taking his office out of his hands, as many of those that seeke the bloud of others in revenge, lose their owne, Heb. 10.30.
God's vengeance falls upon them for taking his office out of his hands, as many of those that seek the blood of Others in revenge, loose their own, Hebrew 10.30.
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Also it is worth the noting, that in that place to the Romans, the Apostle addes another reason against private revenge, which greatly crosseth the proud and passionate spirits of our times;
Also it is worth the noting, that in that place to the Roman, the Apostle adds Another reason against private revenge, which greatly Crosseth the proud and passionate spirits of our times;
which words imports, that he is overcomne, and hath lost his honour, that will revenge: and contrariwise, he doth overcome, that will render good for evill.
which words imports, that he is overcomne, and hath lost his honour, that will revenge: and contrariwise, he does overcome, that will render good for evil.
how doe they continually reproach and slander the true Christians? so in family affaires, with what disgracefull and hatefull tearmes are all the businesses (almost) of the houshold dispatcht? But of this I spake before.
how do they continually reproach and slander the true Christians? so in family affairs, with what disgraceful and hateful terms Are all the businesses (almost) of the household dispatched? But of this I spoke before.
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Our Saviour reckons it murther in his exposition of the sixt Commandement, Mat. 5. and if godly men be reviled, it is tearmed blasphemie in divers places of Scripture in the Originall.
Our Saviour reckons it murder in his exposition of the sixt Commandment, Mathew 5. and if godly men be reviled, it is termed blasphemy in diverse places of Scripture in the Original.
Gods Spirit is a Spirit of meekenesse, and evill words corrupt good manners, 1. Cor. 15 16. The use is therfore for great reproofe and shame to all those that are guilty of this sinne, especially such as have their mouthes full of cursing and bitternesse, Rom. 3.14. and such as revile men for this very reason, because they follow goodnesse, calling good evill, Esay 5.20.21. Pet. 4.5.
God's Spirit is a Spirit of meekness, and evil words corrupt good manners, 1. Cor. 15 16. The use is Therefore for great reproof and shame to all those that Are guilty of this sin, especially such as have their mouths full of cursing and bitterness, Rom. 3.14. and such as revile men for this very reason, Because they follow Goodness, calling good evil, Isaiah 5.20.21. Pet. 4.5.
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and yet was so farre from reviling, that he threatened not, 1. Pet. 2. and all sorts of godly men have endured reviling, that were many degrees better than thou.
and yet was so Far from reviling, that he threatened not, 1. Pet. 2. and all sorts of godly men have endured reviling, that were many Degrees better than thou.
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And further, what knowest thou but God may blesse thee for their cursing, as David said? And therefore all that are true Christians should be effectually warned from hence, to resolve against bitter words and reviling,
And further, what Knowest thou but God may bless thee for their cursing, as David said? And Therefore all that Are true Christians should be effectually warned from hence, to resolve against bitter words and reviling,
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In the rest of this Verse, hee inferres from their calling to Gods blessing, That they shall bee so farre from cursing or reviling, that they should use no other language than blessing even to the wicked, and their adversaries.
In the rest of this Verse, he infers from their calling to God's blessing, That they shall be so Far from cursing or reviling, that they should use no other language than blessing even to the wicked, and their Adversaries.
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But contrariwise. ] This very tearme imports, That the life and discourse of a true Christian, should be not onely different from the life and language of wicked men, but in many things contrary.
But contrariwise. ] This very term imports, That the life and discourse of a true Christian, should be not only different from the life and language of wicked men, but in many things contrary.
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and therefore there can bee no agreement betweene them, no more than betweene light and darkenesse, Christ and Behal. This point serves for great reproofe of some weake Christians,
and Therefore there can be no agreement between them, no more than between Light and darkness, christ and Behal. This point serves for great reproof of Some weak Christians,
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Thirdly, when a man useth blessing with his mouth, & yet curseth inwardly, Ps. 62.4. Fourthly, when a man blesseth his friend by way of flattery, Prov. 27.14. Fiftly, when a man blesseth Idols, by worshipping them, and by setting his affections upon them, Esay 66.3.
Thirdly, when a man uses blessing with his Mouth, & yet Curseth inwardly, Ps. 62.4. Fourthly, when a man Blesses his friend by Way of flattery, Curae 27.14. Fifty, when a man Blesses Idols, by worshipping them, and by setting his affections upon them, Isaiah 66.3.
as first, from Superiours to their Inferiours; so parents blesse their children, Gen. 27. Ministers blesse the people, Num. 6.23.1. Cor. 14.16. Secondly, Inferiours blesse their Superiours;
as First, from Superiors to their Inferiors; so Parents bless their children, Gen. 27. Ministers bless the people, Num. 6.23.1. Cor. 14.16. Secondly, Inferiors bless their Superiors;
as the Subject the King, 2. Sam. 14.22. the Child his Parents, Pro. 30.11. the People their Teachers, Mat. 23.39. In this place I take it, blessing is considered of, as it is required of all sorts of men towards all sorts of men;
as the Subject the King, 2. Sam. 14.22. the Child his Parents, Pro 30.11. the People their Teachers, Mathew 23.39. In this place I take it, blessing is considered of, as it is required of all sorts of men towards all sorts of men;
1 By gracious communication in generall, when wee use such words, as may not only expresse to the life the power and truth of the gifts of grace in us;
1 By gracious communication in general, when we use such words, as may not only express to the life the power and truth of the Gifts of grace in us;
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3 By praying for them, Mat. 5.44. Psal. 109.4. 4 By giving soft answers, Pro. 15.23. and entreating them to avoid strife, Gen. 13.8.9. 5 By a discreet reproofe of their sinne:
3 By praying for them, Mathew 5.44. Psalm 109.4. 4 By giving soft answers, Pro 15.23. and entreating them to avoid strife, Gen. 13.8.9. 5 By a discreet reproof of their sin:
Knowing that ye are thereunto called. ] Manie things may be here observed. Doct. 1. That a Christian should be vehemently affected with the consideration of his calling: and that for diverse reasons.
Knowing that you Are thereunto called. ] Many things may be Here observed. Doct. 1. That a Christian should be vehemently affected with the consideration of his calling: and that for diverse Reasons.
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And this is the more to be thought on, because this grace was given us in Iesus Christ before the world began, 2. Tim. 1 9. It could not be had but by a Mediator,
And this is the more to be Thought on, Because this grace was given us in Iesus christ before the world began, 2. Tim. 1 9. It could not be had but by a Mediator,
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from grosse darkenesse, 2. Pet. 1.9. from this present evill world, Gal. 1. from the lumpe of forlorne mankinde, from innumerable sins and curses, from the danger of eternall damnation of body and soule for ever.
from gross darkness, 2. Pet. 1.9. from this present evil world, Gal. 1. from the lump of forlorn mankind, from innumerable Sins and curses, from the danger of Eternal damnation of body and soul for ever.
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even that voyce that shall make mens dead bodies rise at the last day, doth now raise the dead soules of men in this world. One resurrection in this life, another at the day of judgement. Eph. 2.1. 2. Thes. 2.14. 4 If we consider that it is a high calling, the most honourable and most holy of any calling in the world.
even that voice that shall make men's dead bodies rise At the last day, does now raise the dead Souls of men in this world. One resurrection in this life, Another At the day of judgement. Ephesians 2.1. 2. Thebes 2.14. 4 If we Consider that it is a high calling, the most honourable and most holy of any calling in the world.
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No greater dignitie than to be the called of Iesus Christ: greater in it selfe than to be an Apostle. Phil. 3.14. 5 If we consider to what we are called, viz. to be partners and companions with Iesus Christ. 1. Cor. 1.7.
No greater dignity than to be the called of Iesus christ: greater in it self than to be an Apostle. Philip 3.14. 5 If we Consider to what we Are called, viz. to be partners and Sodales with Iesus christ. 1. Cor. 1.7.
and a kingdome with him for ever. Phil. 3.14. 1. Tim. 1.6. The called are vessels of Gods mercie, and upon them hee will make knowne the riches of his glory, Rom. 9.24. 6 Because the gifts and calling of God is without repentance, Rom. 1 1.29. This, a linke in that chaine, can never bee broken:
and a Kingdom with him for ever. Philip 3.14. 1. Tim. 1.6. The called Are vessels of God's mercy, and upon them he will make known the riches of his glory, Rom. 9.24. 6 Because the Gifts and calling of God is without Repentance, Rom. 1 1.29. This, a link in that chain, can never be broken:
and in intertayning so many excuses, & delayes, hardning themselves in their evill wayes, and suffering the Divell to keepe them without this high preferment. Matth. 22. Doct. 2. From the coherence it is plaine, That all Gods servants are called to holinesse of life, aswell as to happinesse.
and in entertaining so many excuses, & delays, hardening themselves in their evil ways, and suffering the devil to keep them without this high preferment. Matthew 22. Doct. 2. From the coherence it is plain, That all God's Servants Are called to holiness of life, aswell as to happiness.
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Their calling is a holy calling; & they are called to be Saints, Rom. 1.7. so also 2. Thes. 2.14, 13. 1. Pet. 1.15.1. Thes. 4.7. The use is, to discover false Christians from true;
Their calling is a holy calling; & they Are called to be Saints, Rom. 1.7. so also 2. Thebes 2.14, 13. 1. Pet. 1.15.1. Thebes 4.7. The use is, to discover false Christians from true;
And therefore as men desire to have comfort in their calling, they must take heed that they abuse not their liberty to licentiousnesse, Gal. 5.13. Doct. 3 The calling of a Christian is a hard calling to flesh and bloud:
And Therefore as men desire to have Comfort in their calling, they must take heed that they abuse not their liberty to licentiousness, Gal. 5.13. Doct. 3 The calling of a Christian is a hard calling to Flesh and blood:
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and to presse forward towards the marke, not caring for the difficulty of the race, but looking to the price of his calling. Phil. 3.14. Doct. 4. A true Christian may know his calling:
and to press forward towards the mark, not caring for the difficulty of the raze, but looking to the price of his calling. Philip 3.14. Doct. 4. A true Christian may know his calling:
Now, that everie true Christian may be sure of his calling & election, and may know his conversion, is most apparant by these Scriptures, 2. Cor 13.5. 1. Cor. 3.16. 2. Tim. 1.12. Heb. 8.11. 1. Iohn 2.3. & 3.14. & 4.16. & 5.13.19.
Now, that every true Christian may be sure of his calling & election, and may know his conversion, is most apparent by these Scriptures, 2. Cor 13.5. 1. Cor. 3.16. 2. Tim. 1.12. Hebrew 8.11. 1. John 2.3. & 3.14. & 4.16. & 5.13.19.
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and it greatly helpes us against the feare and terrour of death, Heb. 10.19, 20, 22. In a word, it overcomes the world, 1. Iohn 5.4, 5. 4 The faith of a Christian is all his living:
and it greatly helps us against the Fear and terror of death, Hebrew 10.19, 20, 22. In a word, it overcomes the world, 1. John 5.4, 5. 4 The faith of a Christian is all his living:
The people in captivity, that were Gods children, raised a living for themselves in a strange land by their faith, Hab. 2.5. 5 It puts life into all the duties of religion or righteousnesse;
The people in captivity, that were God's children, raised a living for themselves in a strange land by their faith, Hab. 2.5. 5 It puts life into all the duties of Religion or righteousness;
it worketh by love, it sets all our affections on worke towards God, and his people, and creatures, Gal. 5.6. 6 It opens a spring of grace in the heart of a Christian:
it works by love, it sets all our affections on work towards God, and his people, and creatures, Gal. 5.6. 6 It Opens a spring of grace in the heart of a Christian:
so as hee desireth more to be rid of them, than of any burthensome crosse whatsoever, Mat. 11. 2•. & 9.13. 2 By his manner of receiving the voice of Christ, and the preaching of the Gospell, not in word but in power:
so as he Desires more to be rid of them, than of any burdensome cross whatsoever, Mathew 11. 2•. & 9.13. 2 By his manner of receiving the voice of christ, and the preaching of the Gospel, not in word but in power:
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Thirdly, the Word worketh in him spirituall senses, and very life from the dead, which hee feeles in all parts of his conversation, making conscience of his waies in all things, bewailing his frailties,
Thirdly, the Word works in him spiritual Senses, and very life from the dead, which he feels in all parts of his Conversation, making conscience of his ways in all things, bewailing his frailties,
yet those things that concerne their peace are hidden from their eies, Luk. 19.42. Now for the weake Christian, the causes of his want of assurance are such as these: Sometimes ill opinions about assurance;
yet those things that concern their peace Are hidden from their eyes, Luk. 19.42. Now for the weak Christian, the Causes of his want of assurance Are such as these: Sometime ill opinions about assurance;
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either that it may not be had, contrary to the charge given, 2. Pet. 1.10. or if it be had, it will not bee profitable, contrary to the reasons given before. Sometimes it is their ignorance:
either that it may not be had, contrary to the charge given, 2. Pet. 1.10. or if it be had, it will not be profitable, contrary to the Reasons given before. Sometime it is their ignorance:
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or seek resolution in things they understand not, especially in cases of their owne consciences. In some Christians, this want of assurance ariseth from meare slothfulnesse:
or seek resolution in things they understand not, especially in cases of their own Consciences. In Some Christians, this want of assurance arises from mere slothfulness:
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as when Christ was honoured with a voice from heaven at his baptisme, & a visible descending of the holy Ghost upon him, hee was by and by led into the wildernesse to bee tempted of the Divell,
as when christ was honoured with a voice from heaven At his Baptism, & a visible descending of the holy Ghost upon him, he was by and by led into the Wilderness to be tempted of the devil,
and a Lanthorne to his pathes, Psal. 119. And this point greatly reproveth the carelesnesse of the most Christians, that are unresolved in the most actions of their lives, and live by false rules;
and a Lanthorn to his paths, Psalm 119. And this point greatly Reproveth the carelessness of the most Christians, that Are unresolved in the most actions of their lives, and live by false rules;
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They doe not know their calling in seeing the warrant of all their courses; and therefore it is, that they live in strange offences and see not the danger.
They do not know their calling in seeing the warrant of all their courses; and Therefore it is, that they live in strange offences and see not the danger.
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Now if any aske, how they may attaine to the knowledge of the rules for all their actions? I answer, shortly, they must redeeme the time, and studie the Scriptures:
Now if any ask, how they may attain to the knowledge of the rules for all their actions? I answer, shortly, they must Redeem the time, and study the Scriptures:
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for there onely shall they finde the right rules of all good conversation, Iohn 5.39. 2. Tim. 3.15. Ephes. 5.15. and withall, men must aske the way to Sion, Ier. 50.4, 5. They must make conscience to seeke resolution and counsaile of their Teachers especially:
for there only shall they find the right rules of all good Conversation, John 5.39. 2. Tim. 3.15. Ephesians 5.15. and withal, men must ask the Way to Sion, Jeremiah 50.4, 5. They must make conscience to seek resolution and counsel of their Teachers especially:
1 That Gods people, or true Christians, are a blessed people, such as have a marvellous excellent estate above all men; none like them. Deut. 23.29. Let the righteous man dwell where he will, he is better than his neighbour:
1 That God's people, or true Christians, Are a blessed people, such as have a marvellous excellent estate above all men; none like them. Deuteronomy 23.29. Let the righteous man dwell where he will, he is better than his neighbour:
they should chide their soules, if they be discouraged, as David did, Psal. 42. And the wicked men of this world should be ashamed of their sottish blindnesse, that account godly men in a miserable case,
they should chide their Souls, if they be discouraged, as David did, Psalm 42. And the wicked men of this world should be ashamed of their sottish blindness, that account godly men in a miserable case,
And weake Christians should pray earnestly to God, to shew them the hope of their calling, Ephe. 1.9. that they may be from their hearts perswaded of their happinesse.
And weak Christians should pray earnestly to God, to show them the hope of their calling, Ephes 1.9. that they may be from their hearts persuaded of their happiness.
All shall worke together for the best to them that love God, Rom. 2.28. All things are to be measured for good or ill, according to the use of them to us.
All shall work together for the best to them that love God, Rom. 2.28. All things Are to be measured for good or ill, according to the use of them to us.
Now for the particular unfoulding of this blessing they inherite, wee must know, that godly Christians inherite blessing divers waies. 1 From other men;
Now for the particular unfolding of this blessing they inherit, we must know, that godly Christians inherit blessing diverse ways. 1 From other men;
The blessing of him that is readie to perish, many times comes upon them, Iob 29.13. Their very loynes blesse them, Iob 31.20. and their neighbours blesse them for peace making, Mat. 5.8. and the godly blesse them for their gifts of grace, and pray for Gods blessings upon them, Psal. 134.3. and if they have any publike employments for God, in Church or Common-wealth, the eare that heareth them, blesseth them, Iob 29.11.
The blessing of him that is ready to perish, many times comes upon them, Job 29.13. Their very loins bless them, Job 31.20. and their neighbours bless them for peace making, Mathew 5.8. and the godly bless them for their Gifts of grace, and pray for God's blessings upon them, Psalm 134.3. and if they have any public employments for God, in Church or Commonwealth, the ear that hears them, Blesses them, Job 29.11.
And at sometimes God doth so guide and prosper the waies of his servants, that all sorts of men doe acknowledge them for the seed which the Lord hath blessed, Esay 61.8. 2 From their own consciences:
And At sometime God does so guide and prosper the ways of his Servants, that all sorts of men do acknowledge them for the seed which the Lord hath blessed, Isaiah 61.8. 2 From their own Consciences:
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yet he inherits this blessing, that his owne conscience will witnesse for him to his singular joy, 2. Cor. 1.12. The daily encouragements of a good conscience are like a continuall feast within.
yet he inherits this blessing, that his own conscience will witness for him to his singular joy, 2. Cor. 1.12. The daily encouragements of a good conscience Are like a continual feast within.
for, NONLATINALPHABET, properly signifies blessing by words, & so it answers to the coherence; If they will use good words to men, God will speake good words to them.
for,, properly signifies blessing by words, & so it answers to the coherence; If they will use good words to men, God will speak good words to them.
God will speake to his people peace, Psal. 84.5. and therefore hee gives a charge to his Ministers to speake comfortably to Ierusalem, Esay 40.1, 2. Secondly, that Gods elect never finde this till they have their calling.
God will speak to his people peace, Psalm 84.5. and Therefore he gives a charge to his Ministers to speak comfortably to Ierusalem, Isaiah 40.1, 2. Secondly, that God's elect never find this till they have their calling.
Thus God speakes excellently in the praise of Iob to the Divell, before the Angells, Iob 1. & 2. and thus hee can speake in the consciences of the greatest on earth in praise of his people, as Esay 41.9.
Thus God speaks excellently in the praise of Job to the devil, before the Angels, Job 1. & 2. and thus he can speak in the Consciences of the greatest on earth in praise of his people, as Isaiah 41.9.
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and blesse all the worke of their hands, Deut. 28.2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 12. And if they enjoy not so much in quality of these things as some wicked men,
and bless all the work of their hands, Deuteronomy 28.2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 12. And if they enjoy not so much in quality of these things as Some wicked men,
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and so he hath blessed us with all spirituall blessings in heavenly things, A poore Christian carrieth about with him in his heart, more treasure than all the Monarchs of the world (being not true Christians) can any way possesse or command, Eph. 1.3.
and so he hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly things, A poor Christian Carrieth about with him in his heart, more treasure than all the Monarchs of the world (being not true Christians) can any Way possess or command, Ephesians 1.3.
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After this life, who can recount the glory of their inheritance, in the blessing they shall have then from God? Oh that our hearts could be enlarged to thinke of the power of these words of Christ at the last day, Come yee blessed of my father, inherite the kingdome prepared for you before the foundation of the world !
After this life, who can recount the glory of their inheritance, in the blessing they shall have then from God? O that our hearts could be enlarged to think of the power of these words of christ At the last day, Come ye blessed of my father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you before the Foundation of the world!
Secondly, such as yet enjoy not the priviledge of Gods called ones, should be greatly stirred up with desire to get this blessing, even to have Gods blessing.
Secondly, such as yet enjoy not the privilege of God's called ones, should be greatly stirred up with desire to get this blessing, even to have God's blessing.
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2 You must turne you every one from all your transgressions if you will have Gods blessing in his Son Iesus, Act. 3.26. without sound repentance Gods blessing will not be had.
2 You must turn you every one from all your transgressions if you will have God's blessing in his Son Iesus, Act. 3.26. without found Repentance God's blessing will not be had.
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Finally, wee must be all such as feare God truly, Psal. 115.13. and such as will not lift up their soules to follow vanity, but get cleane hands and a pure heart;
Finally, we must be all such as Fear God truly, Psalm 115.13. and such as will not lift up their Souls to follow vanity, but get clean hands and a pure heart;
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for such onely shall receive the blessing from the Lord, and righteousnesse from the God of their salvation, Psal. 24.4.5. and to this end we must carefully hearken to Gods voice, and observe to doe all that he commandeth us, Deut. 15.4.5.6.
for such only shall receive the blessing from the Lord, and righteousness from the God of their salvation, Psalm 24.4.5. and to this end we must carefully harken to God's voice, and observe to do all that he commands us, Deuteronomy 15.4.5.6.
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and their children, and their housholds to feare God and to live righteously, that so they may bee a meanes to helpe them also to this great happinesse of inheriting Gods blessing, Gen. 18.18.19.
and their children, and their Households to Fear God and to live righteously, that so they may be a means to help them also to this great happiness of inheriting God's blessing, Gen. 18.18.19.
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and his lips that they speake no guile. Vers. 11. Let him eschew euill, and doe good, &c. THus of the first reason, taken from the condition of Gods servants, as they are heires of blessing.
and his lips that they speak no guile. Vers. 11. Let him eschew evil, and do good, etc. THus of the First reason, taken from the condition of God's Servants, as they Are Heirs of blessing.
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for hee had shewed, That if a man would live a quiet and contented life, free from troubles and mischiefe, hee must then take heed of all reviling and evill speaking,
for he had showed, That if a man would live a quiet and contented life, free from Troubles and mischief, he must then take heed of all reviling and evil speaking,
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And this will appeare, if wee consider of either their crosses, or their temptations, or their corruptions, which are the things onely that can distresse life.
And this will appear, if we Consider of either their Crosses, or their temptations, or their corruptions, which Are the things only that can distress life.
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or from vain jangling in idle opinions, or from their rash and perverse words, or from their wilfull neglect of easie rules of good behaviour in the family, or the like.
or from vain jangling in idle opinions, or from their rash and perverse words, or from their wilful neglect of easy rules of good behaviour in the family, or the like.
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how quiet might the lives of the most people be? Againe, let a Christian consider of his corruptions, which at sometimes so trouble himselfe and others:
how quiet might the lives of the most people be? Again, let a Christian Consider of his corruptions, which At sometime so trouble himself and Others:
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how certainly, and how soone might hee be delivered from the power of any sinne? And for his infirmities, with how little labour might hee store his head with comfortable places of Scripture, that might support him against the sense of his daily frailties? And for temptations of Sathan, that so extreamly molest some few Christians,
how Certainly, and how soon might he be Delivered from the power of any sin? And for his infirmities, with how little labour might he store his head with comfortable places of Scripture, that might support him against the sense of his daily frailties? And for temptations of Sathan, that so extremely molest Some few Christians,
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and limit God, so as never to be quiet till the temptation be remooved, though the Lord himselfe answer them, that his grace shall be sufficient for them? The use should bee therefore to warne all men that would live quietly and comfortably, to awaken to the care of their dutie,
and limit God, so as never to be quiet till the temptation be removed, though the Lord himself answer them, that his grace shall be sufficient for them? The use should be Therefore to warn all men that would live quietly and comfortably, to awaken to the care of their duty,
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Againe, in that Saint Peter, and the Prophet David agree so right in judgment, concerning the practise of true Christians, it shewes, That the rules of holy life have beene the same in all ages of the world;
Again, in that Saint Peter, and the Prophet David agree so right in judgement, Concerning the practice of true Christians, it shows, That the rules of holy life have been the same in all ages of the world;
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and besides, it should warne those unruly froward Christians, that live not in quiet, either at home or abroad, to repent and amend their words and workes.
and beside, it should warn those unruly froward Christians, that live not in quiet, either At home or abroad, to Repent and amend their words and works.
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Fourthly, in all sorts of people there is such an incurable inconsideration, that no warning from the Word or workes of God, no experience of their owne or other mens, can force them to a serious and constant meditation of the things concerne their true happinesse.
Fourthly, in all sorts of people there is such an incurable inconsideration, that no warning from the Word or works of God, no experience of their own or other men's, can force them to a serious and constant meditation of the things concern their true happiness.
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and therefore I will shew more largely the reasons why wee should not love life, or not so inordinately as to be unwilling to leave it upon any tearmes.
and Therefore I will show more largely the Reasons why we should not love life, or not so inordinately as to be unwilling to leave it upon any terms.
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The first reason may be taken from the commandement of Christ, who gives this in charge to all that will bee his Disciples, that they must not love life.
The First reason may be taken from the Commandment of christ, who gives this in charge to all that will be his Disciples, that they must not love life.
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And hee so gives this in charge, as hee seemes to threaten them with the losse of life if they love it, so Luk. 17.33. Iob. 12.25. The second reason may bee taken from the example of the godly, that have not loved life.
And he so gives this in charge, as he seems to threaten them with the loss of life if they love it, so Luk. 17.33. Job 12.25. The second reason may be taken from the Exampl of the godly, that have not loved life.
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Iob detested life, Iob 3. Salomon tels of a multitude of occasions that he had to hate life, in his book of Eccles. and a multitude of godly men have shewed the proofe of it, in laying downe their lives willingly,
Job detested life, Job 3. Solomon tells of a multitude of occasions that he had to hate life, in his book of Eccles. and a multitude of godly men have showed the proof of it, in laying down their lives willingly,
Now men that goe to war, intangle not ahemselves with the things of this life, that they may please them that have chosen them to bee souldiers, 2 Tim. 2.4.
Now men that go to war, entangle not ahemselves with the things of this life, that they may please them that have chosen them to be Soldiers, 2 Tim. 2.4.
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thou thy selfe hast innumerable sinnes, and there is no man alive that sinneth not in the whole world ▪ now if every man have innumerable contagious diseases, what a loathsome pest-house is this world to live in? The thoughts of a man can reach to the depth and length of this argument,
thou thy self hast innumerable Sins, and there is no man alive that Sinneth not in the Whole world ▪ now if every man have innumerable contagious diseases, what a loathsome pesthouse is this world to live in? The thoughts of a man can reach to the depth and length of this argument,
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What diseases or infirmities are in thy body? What unquietnesse and vexation doest thou suffer in the house where thou livest? What crosses doe follow or feare thee in thy calling? Yea, doth not thy religion breed thee trouble? If the reproaches and oppositions be considered of, which godly men somtimes suffer, we might say with the Apostle, Of all men they are most miserable, 1. Cor. 15.19. Paul saith, he was a man crucified while he lived, Gal. 2.20. and did alwaies in his body carry about the dying of the Lord Iesus, 2. Cor. 4.10. Besides, consider of the danger of what may come upon thee in life:
What diseases or infirmities Are in thy body? What unquietness and vexation dost thou suffer in the house where thou Livest? What Crosses do follow or Fear thee in thy calling? Yea, does not thy Religion breed thee trouble? If the Reproaches and oppositions be considered of, which godly men sometimes suffer, we might say with the Apostle, Of all men they Are most miserable, 1. Cor. 15.19. Paul Says, he was a man Crucified while he lived, Gal. 2.20. and did always in his body carry about the dying of the Lord Iesus, 2. Cor. 4.10. Beside, Consider of the danger of what may come upon thee in life:
What if war come, or the pestilence, or sudden poverty that cannot be cured? or fearefull diseases that will fill thee with horrible paine? Nay, what if thou shouldest fall into some shamefull fault? Oh, what were the misery would follow upon it?
What if war come, or the pestilence, or sudden poverty that cannot be cured? or fearful diseases that will fill thee with horrible pain? Nay, what if thou Shouldst fallen into Some shameful fault? O, what were the misery would follow upon it?
2 If thou didst excell in the priviledge of being loved by friends, kindred, wife, or children, yet reckon how smal a portion of thy life is refreshed from them:
2 If thou didst excel in the privilege of being loved by Friends, kindred, wife, or children, yet reckon how small a portion of thy life is refreshed from them:
How few will be sorry for thee? or for how short a time? and how soone wilt thou bee cleane forgotten? or how poore a thing is the greatest memory any man hath when he is dead? Doest thou live to heare this,
How few will be sorry for thee? or for how short a time? and how soon wilt thou be clean forgotten? or how poor a thing is the greatest memory any man hath when he is dead? Dost thou live to hear this,
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and care, and unquietnesse, and wearinesse they are put to about the getting, or keeping, or using of these things, they would finde little cause to love them;
and care, and unquietness, and weariness they Are put to about the getting, or keeping, or using of these things, they would find little cause to love them;
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especially, considering that unto the use of the most of these is required a daily labour with toile, that men that possesse these things, cannot possesse themselves, they are so overburthened with the cares and labours of life, Eccles. 1.8. 4 If a man had never so much of these things, yet they cannot satisfie him;
especially, considering that unto the use of the most of these is required a daily labour with toil, that men that possess these things, cannot possess themselves, they Are so overburdened with the Cares and labours of life, Eccles. 1.8. 4 If a man had never so much of these things, yet they cannot satisfy him;
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because thou canst not make thy heart to take delight in the same things still; for, not onely the world passeth away, but the lusts therof also, 1. Iob. 2.15. Eccles. 6.1, 7. & 9.3.
Because thou Canst not make thy heart to take delight in the same things still; for, not only the world passes away, but the Lustiest thereof also, 1. Job 2.15. Eccles. 6.1, 7. & 9.3.
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but in all points, as thou camest into the world, so must thou goe hence, Psal. 90. Iob 7.7. Eccles. 5.13, 14, 15. All flesh is grasse, Esay 40.6. 6 That a man may receive much hurt from them:
but in all points, as thou camest into the world, so must thou go hence, Psalm 90. Job 7.7. Eccles. 5.13, 14, 15. All Flesh is grass, Isaiah 40.6. 6 That a man may receive much hurt from them:
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they fill mens hearts with foolish & noysome lusts, and a man may damne his soule for too much loving of them, 1. Tim. 6.9. Phi. 3: 18. and they may serve to witnesse against a man at the day of judgment, Iam. 5.1. Lastly, consider that there is no comparison betweene the commodities of this life, and the commodities of the life to come;
they fill men's hearts with foolish & noisome Lustiest, and a man may damn his soul for too much loving of them, 1. Tim. 6.9. Phi. 3: 18. and they may serve to witness against a man At the day of judgement, Iam. 5.1. Lastly, Consider that there is no comparison between the commodities of this life, and the commodities of the life to come;
There are rivers of pleasures for evermore, Psal. 16. ult. There are Crownes of honour and glorie, such as will neither be held with envie, nor lost with infamie;
There Are Rivers of pleasures for evermore, Psalm 16. ult. There Are Crowns of honour and glory, such as will neither be held with envy, nor lost with infamy;
there shall men possesse enduring substance, Heb. 11. treasures not liable either to vanity or violence, Matth. 6.20. an inheritance immortall and undefiled, and that withereth not, and lieth in heaven, 1. Pet. 1.3.4. Thus of the second doctrine.
there shall men possess enduring substance, Hebrew 11. treasures not liable either to vanity or violence, Matthew 6.20. an inheritance immortal and undefiled, and that withereth not, and lies in heaven, 1. Pet. 1.3.4. Thus of the second Doctrine.
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Now for a conclusion to this point, I would advise those that have such a minde to live here, to looke to certaine rules, which will prevaile with God to grant them long life, if any thing will prevaile:
Now for a conclusion to this point, I would Advice those that have such a mind to live Here, to look to certain rules, which will prevail with God to grant them long life, if any thing will prevail:
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It seemes here the Prophet David, in Theologicall contemplation, findes, that in the life of man some daies be good, and some bee evill. This would be enquired into.
It seems Here the Prophet David, in Theological contemplation, finds, that in the life of man Some days be good, and Some be evil. This would be inquired into.
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Some men live not out halfe their daies, and dye in the middest of their daies, Psal. 55.24. Ier. 17.11. and so it is a curse that his daies are few, Psal. 109.8. Eccles. 8.13. Againe, the daies of wicked men are said to bee evill, in respect of some speciall judgements of God, to bee powred out upon them for their sinnes.
some men live not out half their days, and die in the midst of their days, Psalm 55.24. Jeremiah 17.11. and so it is a curse that his days Are few, Psalm 109.8. Eccles. 8.13. Again, the days of wicked men Are said to be evil, in respect of Some special Judgments of God, to be poured out upon them for their Sins.
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These daies are called the daies of Gods wrath and anger: and daies of Gods visitation, Isa. 10.3. the day of vengeance, Esay 61.2. which God proclaimes against all wicked men;
These days Are called the days of God's wrath and anger: and days of God's Visitation, Isaiah 10.3. the day of vengeance, Isaiah 61.2. which God proclaims against all wicked men;
such daies may come, as will burst their hearts with exquisite griefe, their hearts shall not bee able to endure, Ezech. 22.14. and therefore they should take heed of putting farre from them the evill day, Amos 6.3.
such days may come, as will burst their hearts with exquisite grief, their hearts shall not be able to endure, Ezekiel 22.14. and Therefore they should take heed of putting Far from them the evil day, Amos 6.3.
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and know that their uncircumcised heart is the cause of all the evill brought, or to bee brought upon them, Ier. 9. ult. Thus of evill daies in the life of the wicked.
and know that their uncircumcised heart is the cause of all the evil brought, or to be brought upon them, Jeremiah 9. ult. Thus of evil days in the life of the wicked.
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3 Daies of temptation, in which they are to wrestle with principalities and powers, are evill daies, Eph. 6. 4 All daies of trouble are in some respect evill daies, Psal. 49.5. & 50.14.
3 Days of temptation, in which they Are to wrestle with principalities and Powers, Are evil days, Ephesians 6. 4 All days of trouble Are in Some respect evil days, Psalm 49.5. & 50.14.
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and leaves them as it were in their hands to bee reproached and oppressed all the day, especially when himselfe will not appeare to helpe them, Psal. 102.8.10.11. Esay 37.3. and most of all, when the just man seemeth to perish in his righteousnesse, Eccles. 7.15.
and leaves them as it were in their hands to be reproached and oppressed all the day, especially when himself will not appear to help them, Psalm 102.8.10.11. Isaiah 37.3. and most of all, when the just man seems to perish in his righteousness, Eccles. 7.15.
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for hee thereby teacheth him his law, Psal. 94.12. Heb. 12. Secondly, God will deliver him out of evill, if he call upon him. Psal. 50.15. yea, though his troubles seeme desperate, Ier. 30.7.
for he thereby Teaches him his law, Psalm 94.12. Hebrew 12. Secondly, God will deliver him out of evil, if he call upon him. Psalm 50.15. yea, though his Troubles seem desperate, Jeremiah 30.7.
Fourthly, God will make them glad, according to the daies hee hath afflicted them; hee will make them amends for all their evill daies, Psal. 90.15. To conclude this point, there be daies that are called evill, which are common both to good and bad;
Fourthly, God will make them glad, according to the days he hath afflicted them; he will make them amends for all their evil days, Psalm 90.15. To conclude this point, there be days that Are called evil, which Are Common both to good and bad;
and the infirmities of old age come thicke one upon another, like cloudes after raine, Vers. 2. when the armes, which are the keepers of the house, shake;
and the infirmities of old age come thick one upon Another, like Clouds After rain, Vers. 2. when the arms, which Are the keepers of the house, shake;
and they are so neare, as if their very mourners were ready in the streets to carry them to their graves, Vers. 4, 5. yea, they will not continue long,
and they Are so near, as if their very mourners were ready in the streets to carry them to their graves, Vers. 4, 5. yea, they will not continue long,
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and so will the wheel at the Cisterne be broken, that is, the head which drawes the powers of life from the heart, Ver. 6. and the dust returns unto the earth as it was,
and so will the wheel At the Cistern be broken, that is, the head which draws the Powers of life from the heart, Ver. 6. and the dust returns unto the earth as it was,
and such high festivall daies are good daies, especially the first and last daies of the Passover were good daies, in a special solemnity, that is, the day of thy conversion to spirituall life,
and such high festival days Are good days, especially the First and last days of the Passover were good days, in a special solemnity, that is, the day of thy conversion to spiritual life,
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The righteous flourish when Christ comes downe upon their soules, as rain upon the mowen grasse, Psal. 72.6, 7. Thirdly, those be good daies in which wee see the Church of God in generall to prosper, Psal. 128.5, 6. when God keeps his Church as his Vineyard,
The righteous flourish when christ comes down upon their Souls, as rain upon the mowen grass, Psalm 72.6, 7. Thirdly, those be good days in which we see the Church of God in general to prosper, Psalm 128.5, 6. when God keeps his Church as his Vineyard,
and waters it every moment, and watcheth it night and day, and destroyeth every thing that might annoy it, Esay 27.2, 3. In particular, a Christian finds divers sorts of good daies;
and waters it every moment, and watches it night and day, and Destroyeth every thing that might annoy it, Isaiah 27.2, 3. In particular, a Christian finds diverse sorts of good days;
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those daies, when God entertaines the repenting sinner that praies unto him, especially at the first reconciliation, are wonderfull good daies, Iob 33.25, 26. with the coherence. & 36.11. Psal. 90.14. Luk. 4.21. with Esay 61.1.2.10.
those days, when God entertains the repenting sinner that prays unto him, especially At the First reconciliation, Are wonderful good days, Job 33.25, 26. with the coherence. & 36.11. Psalm 90.14. Luk. 4.21. with Isaiah 61.1.2.10.
which is true, not onely of the wicked, but of the godly also. This Iacob said long agoe, his daies were few and evill, Gen. 47.9. but of this point before:
which is true, not only of the wicked, but of the godly also. This Iacob said long ago, his days were few and evil, Gen. 47.9. but of this point before:
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This is expresly affirmed in other Scriptures, Iob 10.20. Iob saith, his daies were few, and of all men that are borne of women, that they have but a short time to live, Iob 7.1.
This is expressly affirmed in other Scriptures, Job 10.20. Job Says, his days were few, and of all men that Are born of women, that they have but a short time to live, Job 7.1.
And this is resembled by divers similitudes: so our life is compared to a Weavers shuttle, Iob 7.6. to a Post for swift running out, Iob 9.25. to the grasse of the field, Iob. 7.12. Esay 40.6. to an hand breadth, so as he saith, his age is as nothing, Ps. 39.5. to a watch in the night, Psal. 90.4.
And this is resembled by diverse Similitudes: so our life is compared to a Weavers shuttle, Job 7.6. to a Post for swift running out, Job 9.25. to the grass of the field, Job 7.12. Isaiah 40.6. to an hand breadth, so as he Says, his age is as nothing, Ps. 39.5. to a watch in the night, Psalm 90.4.
1 To pray God to make us able to thinke so, and so to number our daies, that we may not make any reckoning of any long continuance here, Psal. 39.3. & 90.12.
1 To pray God to make us able to think so, and so to number our days, that we may not make any reckoning of any long Continuance Here, Psalm 39.3. & 90.12.
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