Without a Parable spake he not unto them, saith the Text, verse 34. and the reason is given, verse 35. That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the Prophet saying, I will open my mouth in Parables.
Without a Parable spoke he not unto them, Says the Text, verse 34. and the reason is given, verse 35. That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the Prophet saying, I will open my Mouth in Parables.
Hence observe that it was our Saviours usuall custome to preach by Parables, that is, to borrow similitudes from earthly things in our ordinary callings, to the end that he might by these things, that are obvious to sense and reason, closely instill and insinuate into the mindes of worldly and naturall men, things of an heavenly and spirituall nature with the more facility and greater delight;
Hence observe that it was our Saviors usual custom to preach by Parables, that is, to borrow Similitudes from earthly things in our ordinary callings, to the end that he might by these things, that Are obvious to sense and reason, closely instill and insinuate into the minds of worldly and natural men, things of an heavenly and spiritual nature with the more facility and greater delight;
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Vse 1. By which course of our Saviour the best Preacher that ever was, wee his schollers may see what a workman in his trade a Minister of Christ ought to bee, what a cunning Fisher for soules, what a wily Proteus to insinuate the meaning of his doctrine into all capacities,
Use 1. By which course of our Saviour the best Preacher that ever was, we his Scholars may see what a workman in his trade a Minister of christ ought to be, what a cunning Fisher for Souls, what a wily Proteus to insinuate the meaning of his Doctrine into all capacities,
and with Paul that Master-builder becomming weake to the weake, and all things to all men, that by all meanes (through Gods blessing) we may winne some.
and with Paul that Master-builder becoming weak to the weak, and all things to all men, that by all means (through God's blessing) we may win Some.
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In like manner, if we had heavenly hearts, every thing we see, and heare, and meet withall, would be unto us a Zacheus his Sycamore tree, from whence we might see our Saviour;
In like manner, if we had heavenly hearts, every thing we see, and hear, and meet withal, would be unto us a Zacchaeus his Sycamore tree, from whence we might see our Saviour;
In the Parable in particular, the scope and aime of is our blessed Saviour is, to teach us to prefer grace and glory, called here [ the Kingdome of heaven ] before all other things whatsoever,
In the Parable in particular, the scope and aim of is our blessed Saviour is, to teach us to prefer grace and glory, called Here [ the Kingdom of heaven ] before all other things whatsoever,
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To accomplish this his aime, he sets an high price and estimate upon them, and greatly extols and sets forth the excellency of Gods Kingdome, by comparing it in the next verse to a precious Pearle, and here in this verse to a Desirable Treasure,
To accomplish this his aim, he sets an high price and estimate upon them, and greatly extols and sets forth the excellency of God's Kingdom, by comparing it in the next verse to a precious Pearl, and Here in this verse to a Desirable Treasure,
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A needfull exhortation, as in those, so in these our dayes, wherein (alas) carnall men do not duely prize the spirituall blessings and graces of God, being bewitched with the baites of Satan,
A needful exhortation, as in those, so in these our days, wherein (alas) carnal men do not duly prize the spiritual blessings and graces of God, being bewitched with the baits of Satan,
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Fiftly and lastly, we must SEL ALL that we have, and BVY the Field for the Treasures sake, according to the example of this Man propounded by our Saviour in my Text, of whom it is said,
Fifty and lastly, we must SELL ALL that we have, and BUY the Field for the Treasures sake, according to the Exampl of this Man propounded by our Saviour in my Text, of whom it is said,
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and first of all by the NAME, The Kingdome of Heaven ] what that is, seeing Interpreters give little satisfaction, under correction of better judgement, I will lay downe mine own opinion.
and First of all by the NAME, The Kingdom of Heaven ] what that is, seeing Interpreters give little satisfaction, under correction of better judgement, I will lay down mine own opinion.
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The Prophet Daniel in his secōd Chapter tels us of foure earthly kingdomes, cōpared by him to foure severall metals, Gold, Silver, Brasse, and Iron, & in the 44. verse he tels us, that in the daies of the fourth Kingdome or Monarchy, the God of Heaven shall set up a Kingdome which shall never be destroyed,
The Prophet daniel in his secōd Chapter tells us of foure earthly kingdoms, compared by him to foure several metals, Gold, Silver, Brass, and Iron, & in the 44. verse he tells us, that in the days of the fourth Kingdom or Monarchy, the God of Heaven shall Set up a Kingdom which shall never be destroyed,
and more particularly in the seventh chapter and 13. verse, hee tels us, that the Ancient of dayes shall give to the Sonne of MAN a dominion everlasting,
and more particularly in the seventh chapter and 13. verse, he tells us, that the Ancient of days shall give to the Son of MAN a dominion everlasting,
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yea, the Saints of the most High shal take the kingdome and possesse it for ever and ever, verse 18. Of this kingdome of the Messiah prophesied of by Daniel, I make no question but Iohn the Baptist the Messiahs Harbinger & forerunner, is to be understood,
yea, the Saints of the most High shall take the Kingdom and possess it for ever and ever, verse 18. Of this Kingdom of the Messiah prophesied of by daniel, I make no question but John the Baptist the Messiahs Harbinger & forerunner, is to be understood,
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And this kingdome is that gracious and spirituall Regiment by which the Lord Jesus, God and man, as King of the Church, ruleth in the hearts of true Beleevers, giving them those three priviledges spoken of Rom. 14.17. The Kingdome of God is righteousnesse, peace and joy in the Holy Ghost.
And this Kingdom is that gracious and spiritual Regiment by which the Lord jesus, God and man, as King of the Church, Ruleth in the hearts of true Believers, giving them those three privileges spoken of Rom. 14.17. The Kingdom of God is righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Ghost.
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The first is called the kingdome of Grace, by which hee communicates himselfe to the soules of the faithfull by his Spirit, through the outward Ordinances of the Word and Sacraments in this life present.
The First is called the Kingdom of Grace, by which he communicates himself to the Souls of the faithful by his Spirit, through the outward Ordinances of the Word and Sacraments in this life present.
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The second degree is called the Kingdome of Glory, by which hee gives them perfection of holinesse and happinesse by an immediate fellowship with the blessed Trinity for ever in the world to come.
The second degree is called the Kingdom of Glory, by which he gives them perfection of holiness and happiness by an immediate fellowship with the blessed Trinity for ever in the world to come.
Secondly, because the government of this kingdome is exercised not so much over the bodies and goods of men, but properly over their soules and consciences,
Secondly, Because the government of this Kingdom is exercised not so much over the bodies and goods of men, but properly over their Souls and Consciences,
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In earthly Kingdomes the King indeed is rich, and glorious, and honourable, but the subjects may bee meane and poore enough, begging their bread from doore to doore;
In earthly Kingdoms the King indeed is rich, and glorious, and honourable, but the subject's may be mean and poor enough, begging their bred from door to door;
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according also to that which Daniel had foretold, The Saints of the most High shall take the kingdome and possesse it for ever and ever, Dan. 7.18. And thus, beloved, you see what is meant by the Kingdome of Heaven, as also the reasons of the name.
according also to that which daniel had foretold, The Saints of the most High shall take the Kingdom and possess it for ever and ever, Dan. 7.18. And thus, Beloved, you see what is meant by the Kingdom of Heaven, as also the Reasons of the name.
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And here I pray you to note with mee, that the Kingdome of grace, and the Kingdome of Glory have both one and the same name, are both stiled The Kingdome of Heaven, and no marvaile, for,
And Here I pray you to note with me, that the Kingdom of grace, and the Kingdom of Glory have both one and the same name, Are both styled The Kingdom of Heaven, and no marvel, for,
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for, Quid est gratia, nisi gloria inchoata? & quid est glora nisi gratia consummata? What is grace but glory begun? and what is glory but grace consummate and made perfit?
for, Quid est Gratia, nisi gloria Inchoate? & quid est glora nisi Gratia Consummated? What is grace but glory begun? and what is glory but grace consummate and made perfect?
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Rich men are charged in this life to lay a good foundation of aeternall life. Here is laid the foundatiō of that building, whose top reacheth up to heaven:
Rich men Are charged in this life to lay a good Foundation of Eternal life. Here is laid the Foundation of that building, whose top reaches up to heaven:
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and that by the low and narrow gate of repentance and conversion, if ever we looke at our death, to be admitted into the City it selfe through the beautifull gate of glory.
and that by the low and narrow gate of Repentance and conversion, if ever we look At our death, to be admitted into the city it self through the beautiful gate of glory.
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If this be so, beloved in the Lord, be exhorted who ever thou art that desirest to enter into the Kingdome of Heaven, now to become the Subject of Jesus Christ:
If this be so, Beloved in the Lord, be exhorted who ever thou art that Desirest to enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, now to become the Subject of jesus christ:
But as for those that are slaves to sinne and Satan, drudges to the world, rebels against Christ, enemies of his gracious government, that say with those in the 19. of Luke, ver. 14, Noturnus hunc regnare, We will not have this man to reigne over vs, that will have their wills,
But as for those that Are slaves to sin and Satan, drudges to the world, rebels against christ, enemies of his gracious government, that say with those in the 19. of Lycia, ver. 14, Noturnus hunc Reign, We will not have this man to Reign over us, that will have their wills,
and so mocke him, and yet they looke when they dye to be caught up into Heaven in a whirlwind with Elias. But be not deceived, God is not mocked, The Kingdome of God is not in word,
and so mock him, and yet they look when they die to be caught up into Heaven in a whirlwind with Elias. But be not deceived, God is not mocked, The Kingdom of God is not in word,
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But what is a Treasure? Thesaurus (saith Musculus) est copia facultatum & bonorum ad omnem eventum jam parata, A Treasure is the abundance of riches laid up in store for all assayes.
But what is a Treasure? Thesaurus (Says Musculus) est copia facultatum & Bonorum ad omnem Eventum jam parata, A Treasure is the abundance of riches laid up in store for all assays.
Thesaurus constat de Raris, pretiosis, durabilibus, saith Hugo, It consists of things rare not common, pretious not vile, durable not of small continuance.
Thesaurus constat de Raris, pretiosis, durabilibus, Says Hugo, It consists of things rare not Common, precious not vile, durable not of small Continuance.
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In a word, it is a great masse of silver, gold, jewels, pretious stones, great for quantity, rich and excellent for quality, containing much in a little, ready for all occasions, laid up as we say for a rainy day,
In a word, it is a great mass of silver, gold, Jewels, precious stones, great for quantity, rich and excellent for quality, containing much in a little, ready for all occasions, laid up as we say for a rainy day,
A meeke and a quiet Spirit in the Hidden man of the heart, is a better ornament to a woman, saith Saint Peter, then all outward adorning, plaiting of haire, wearing of gold, or putting on of apparell:
A meek and a quiet Spirit in the Hidden man of the heart, is a better ornament to a woman, Says Saint Peter, then all outward adorning, plaiting of hair, wearing of gold, or putting on of apparel:
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for it is in the sight of God NONLATINALPHABET of great price and value. 1. Pet. 3.4. when a woman meekely submits her selfe unto her Husband as her head for the ordinance of Gods sake, this one grace is worth all the outward ornaments and abiliments in the world. See it in another grace:
for it is in the sighed of God of great price and valve. 1. Pet. 3.4. when a woman meekly submits her self unto her Husband as her head for the Ordinance of God's sake, this one grace is worth all the outward Ornament and abiliments in the world. See it in Another grace:
The Trial of your Faith (that is, your Faith which is tryed and approved) is much more precious then gold that perisheth, saith S. Pet. Loe, Faith is precious as gold,
The Trial of your Faith (that is, your Faith which is tried and approved) is much more precious then gold that Perishes, Says S. Pet. Lo, Faith is precious as gold,
There is no sinne, no sorrow, no want, no annoyance, no feare of change, there is more then eye hath seene, eare hath heard of, or mans narrow heart can comprehend.
There is no sin, no sorrow, no want, no annoyance, no Fear of change, there is more then eye hath seen, ear hath herd of, or men narrow heart can comprehend.
Is it thus (Beloved) that the Kingdome of Heaven is a Treasure, let this set an edge upon that Exhortation of our Saviour, Mat. 6.33. Seeke ye first the Kingdome of God and his righteousnesse.
Is it thus (beloved) that the Kingdom of Heaven is a Treasure, let this Set an edge upon that Exhortation of our Saviour, Mathew 6.33. Seek you First the Kingdom of God and his righteousness.
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We covet riches, we covet Treasures, Loe the onely true riches, and heavenly Treasure. Treasure on earth cannot be secured from the Canker, from the Theefe, saith our Saviour:
We covet riches, we covet Treasures, Lo the only true riches, and heavenly Treasure. Treasure on earth cannot be secured from the Canker, from the Thief, Says our Saviour:
but these are durable. The Treasures of wicked men profit nothing, neyther doe Riches availe in the day of wrath, but Righteousnesse delivereth from Death. Once cre ye die one graine of Faith, though as small as a graine of mustard-seed, will be worth all the perishing gold of India. For the end of your Faith is the salvation of your soules, saith Saint Peter, Take therefore to heart the Exhortation of our Saviour, Lay not up for your selves Treasures upon Earth, &c. but lay up for your selves Treasures in Heaven, &c. that is, make sure in this life of grace for glory.
but these Are durable. The Treasures of wicked men profit nothing, neither doe Riches avail in the day of wrath, but Righteousness Delivereth from Death. Once credit you die one grain of Faith, though as small as a grain of Mustard seed, will be worth all the perishing gold of India. For the end of your Faith is the salvation of your Souls, Says Saint Peter, Take Therefore to heart the Exhortation of our Saviour, Lay not up for your selves Treasures upon Earth, etc. but lay up for your selves Treasures in Heaven, etc. that is, make sure in this life of grace for glory.
bound to him by fatherly love, by promise, by covenant, by oath, never to faile him nor forsake him, but to provide for him in all his wants, to protect him in all dangers;
bound to him by fatherly love, by promise, by Covenant, by oath, never to fail him nor forsake him, but to provide for him in all his Wants, to Pact him in all dangers;
Poore Christians why envy ye the outward prosperity of carnall worldlings, who have their portion in this Life, whose belly God hath filled with his hidden Treasures, saith the Psalmist? meaning the hidden treasures of the earth, which they are stripped of at death like that rich foole, Luke 12.
Poor Christians why envy you the outward Prosperity of carnal worldlings, who have their portion in this Life, whose belly God hath filled with his hidden Treasures, Says the Psalmist? meaning the hidden treasures of the earth, which they Are stripped of At death like that rich fool, Lycia 12.
Why droope your spirits under outward want and pressures? David could say, The Lord is my portion I have goodly heritage, Ps. 16.5, 6. And againe, The Lord is my shepheard, I shall want nothing.
Why droop your spirits under outward want and pressures? David could say, The Lord is my portion I have goodly heritage, Ps. 16.5, 6. And again, The Lord is my shepherd, I shall want nothing.
and so all things are yours, things present, and things to come. O beloved, comfort your selves and one another with these words, Know your happinesse, you are Lord Treasurers, you have the Kingdome of heaven the true Treasure.
and so all things Are yours, things present, and things to come. Oh Beloved, Comfort your selves and one Another with these words, Know your happiness, you Are Lord Treasurers, you have the Kingdom of heaven the true Treasure.
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But to come to the third circumstance of the place or situation, Quae regio in terris? In what place is this Treasure to be found? our Saviour tels vs, In a Field. ] And that Field is no other but the Word of God, which is compared to a greene pasture, Psal. 23.2. but in this place to a Field, and that for three Reasons.
But to come to the third circumstance of the place or situation, Quae Regio in terris? In what place is this Treasure to be found? our Saviour tells us, In a Field. ] And that Field is no other but the Word of God, which is compared to a green pasture, Psalm 23.2. but in this place to a Field, and that for three Reasons.
because by labour and industry we attaine to heavenly knowledge. Secondly, Propter sterilitatem, for the barrennesse of it in the conceit of carnall men.
Because by labour and industry we attain to heavenly knowledge. Secondly, Propter sterilitatem, for the Barrenness of it in the conceit of carnal men.
In a word, it is able to make the man of God perfit and absolute, and to make us all wise unto salvation, A•oro plenitudinem Scripturae, saith Tertullian, I admire the largenesse and fulnesse of the Scripture.
In a word, it is able to make the man of God perfect and absolute, and to make us all wise unto salvation, A•oro plenitudinem Scriptures, Says Tertullian, I admire the largeness and fullness of the Scripture.
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as in wanton play-bookes, poeticall fables, philosophicall discourses, well compiled Historyes, politicke Lawes or Statutes, eyther they seeke not grace and glory,
as in wanton playbooks, poetical fables, philosophical discourses, well compiled Histories, politic Laws or Statutes, either they seek not grace and glory,
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But beloved, remember ye that saying of David, that the man is blessed that hath not walked in the way of sinners, but his delight is in the Law of the Lord,
But Beloved, Remember you that saying of David, that the man is blessed that hath not walked in the Way of Sinners, but his delight is in the Law of the Lord,
When many revolted and went backe from Christ, he turning to his Disciples, said unto them, Will you also go away? So say I to you, some run to Brownisme, some to Familisme, some to Anabaptisme, some to Papisme, some to flat Atheisme:
When many revolted and went back from christ, he turning to his Disciples, said unto them, Will you also go away? So say I to you, Some run to Brownism, Some to Familism, Some to Anabaptism, Some to Papism, Some to flat Atheism:
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will you also goe away? Let each of you answer in the secret of his heart, with Simon Peter, verse 68. Master, whither, or to whom shall we goe? Thou hast the Words of eternall life.
will you also go away? Let each of you answer in the secret of his heart, with Simon Peter, verse 68. Master, whither, or to whom shall we go? Thou hast the Words of Eternal life.
It is Thesaurus absconditus, a Treasure HIDDEN in the Field, The Kingdome of Heaven is like, &c. Our Saviour doth not liken it to an open Treasure in the Kings Court or Exchequer, but to a Treasure hid in a field.
It is Thesaurus absconditus, a Treasure HIDDEN in the Field, The Kingdom of Heaven is like, etc. Our Saviour does not liken it to an open Treasure in the Kings Court or Exchequer, but to a Treasure hid in a field.
Hezekiah shewes his Treasure to the Embassadours of Babel, and shortly after they were fetcht away to Babel. Is. 39.4.6. Treasures you see are to be Hidden.
Hezekiah shows his Treasure to the ambassadors of Babel, and shortly After they were fetched away to Babel. Is. 39.4.6. Treasures you see Are to be Hidden.
First, Grace and heavenly wisedome lies not fleet in the letter, in the upper Rine and barke of Scripture, but deepe and low in the marrow and bowels of it.
First, Grace and heavenly Wisdom lies not fleet in the Letter, in the upper Rind and bark of Scripture, but deep and low in the marrow and bowels of it.
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And S. Paul tels us, That the Naturall mā perceives not the things of God, he savours them not, they are foolishnesse unto him, The Crosse of Christ is a scandall, Faith is a fancy, Mortification is onely a bridling of nature, Sanctification is but Hypocrisie, and an outward shew,
And S. Paul tells us, That the Natural man perceives not the things of God, he savours them not, they Are foolishness unto him, The Cross of christ is a scandal, Faith is a fancy, Mortification is only a bridling of nature, Sanctification is but Hypocrisy, and an outward show,
and therefore are so farre from desiring with Saint Paul to be dissolved, that they say in their hearts with profane Esau, Tush, what is this birthright to me? and with that Cardinal, that would not give his part in Paris, for his part in Paradise.
and Therefore Are so Far from desiring with Saint Paul to be dissolved, that they say in their hearts with profane Esau, Tush, what is this birthright to me? and with that Cardinal, that would not give his part in paris, for his part in Paradise.
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It makes no glorious show or splendour in the world, it alters not the visage or person of a man, it sets no Crowne on his head, it puts no gold ring on his finger,
It makes no glorious show or splendour in the world, it alters not the visage or person of a man, it sets no Crown on his head, it puts no gold ring on his finger,
The Kingdome of God comes not, saith our Saviour NONLATINALPHABET with observation, or as Agrippa and Bernice came with Fes••s to keepe the Assizes, NONLATINALPHABET with great pompe and glory:
The Kingdom of God comes not, Says our Saviour with observation, or as Agrippa and Bernice Come with Fes••s to keep the Assizes, with great pomp and glory:
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Grace makes an ignorant man wise to salvation, a couetous man liberall, a proud man humble, a drunkard sober and temperate, a• unbeleever faithfull, a worldling heavenly minded;
Grace makes an ignorant man wise to salvation, a covetous man liberal, a proud man humble, a drunkard Sobrium and temperate, a• unbeliever faithful, a worldling heavenly minded;
and though they have it, yet they want the feeling and comfort of it for a time, crying out with David, The Lord hath cast me off for ever, and with Ionas, I am cast out of his sight:
and though they have it, yet they want the feeling and Comfort of it for a time, crying out with David, The Lord hath cast me off for ever, and with Ionas, I am cast out of his sighed:
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and a farre off, as Moses saw Canaan from the top of Pisgah. Onely now and then in the vigour of our Faith, we may with Moses, see him that is invisible, and with Stephen, see Heaven opened,
and a Far off, as Moses saw Canaan from the top of Pisgah. Only now and then in the vigour of our Faith, we may with Moses, see him that is invisible, and with Stephen, see Heaven opened,
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and Christ Iesus ready to receive us, and yet so, as when we shall come thither, we shall be forced to say as the Queene of Saba, The one halfe of this Glory was not told me in mine owne Country.
and christ Iesus ready to receive us, and yet so, as when we shall come thither, we shall be forced to say as the Queen of Saba, The one half of this Glory was not told me in mine own Country.
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Let it be of use unto us, beloved, to teach us not to wonder, or be offended, that the Kingdome of Heaven á tam paucis ambitur, is so little sought after or regarded,
Let it be of use unto us, Beloved, to teach us not to wonder, or be offended, that the Kingdom of Heaven á tam paucis ambitur, is so little sought After or regarded,
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To you (saith our Saviour to his faithfull disciples) it is given to know the Mystery of the Kingdome of God, to them without, all these things are done in parables.
To you (Says our Saviour to his faithful Disciples) it is given to know the Mystery of the Kingdom of God, to them without, all these things Are done in parables.
If thou knewest the gift of God (saith our Saviour to the Samaritan woman) and who it is that speaketh to thee, thou wouldest have asked, so say I of the men of this Generation,
If thou Knewest the gift of God (Says our Saviour to the Samaritan woman) and who it is that speaks to thee, thou Wouldst have asked, so say I of the men of this Generation,
If they knew the worth of Grace, and the happy estate of Gods children, they would not so neglect and contemne as they doe, both the word and Christ, Faith and Glory.
If they knew the worth of Grace, and the happy estate of God's children, they would not so neglect and contemn as they do, both the word and christ, Faith and Glory.
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If the drunkard, the swearer, the blasphemer, the Sabbath-breaker, the adulterer, and the covetous worldling did know the things that belong unto their peace, they would not so neglect and undervalue the Kingdome, the word of God, the graces of the Spirit,
If the drunkard, the swearer, the blasphemer, the Sabbath breaker, the adulterer, and the covetous worldling did know the things that belong unto their peace, they would not so neglect and undervalue the Kingdom, the word of God, the graces of the Spirit,
and the joyes of Heaven, but alas, alas, these things are hidden from their eyes, in whom the God of this world hath blinded their minds, lest the light of the glorious Gospel of Christ should shine unto them.
and the Joys of Heaven, but alas, alas, these things Are hidden from their eyes, in whom the God of this world hath blinded their minds, lest the Light of the glorious Gospel of christ should shine unto them.
And as it is true of knowledge in generall, so of divine and heavenly knowledge in particular, Scientia non habet inim•cum nisi ignorantem, it is hated of none, despised of none,
And as it is true of knowledge in general, so of divine and heavenly knowledge in particular, Scientia non habet inim•cum nisi ignorantem, it is hated of none, despised of none,
NONLATINALPHABET, Search the Scriptures, for in them we looke to have eternall life? How should we search and digge in these holy Mines as with spades and mattocks, not for the literall meaning of them, but especially for the spirituall.
, Search the Scriptures, for in them we look to have Eternal life? How should we search and dig in these holy Mines as with spades and mattocks, not for the literal meaning of them, but especially for the spiritual.
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for then saith Salomon, We should understand the feare of the Lord, and find the knowledge of God, then should we perceive the excellency of Grace not onely by speculation in our braines,
for then Says Solomon, We should understand the Fear of the Lord, and find the knowledge of God, then should we perceive the excellency of Grace not only by speculation in our brains,
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When we come at any time to reade or heare the Word, how should we pray with David, Lord open thou mine eyes, that I may beheld the wonderfull things contained in thy Law.
When we come At any time to read or hear the Word, how should we pray with David, Lord open thou mine eyes, that I may beheld the wonderful things contained in thy Law.
And when the eyes of our minds are opened to behold them, how should we prayse the Lord in the words of our Saviour, I thanke thee O Father, Lord of Heaven and Earth, because thou hast Hid these things from the wise and prudent,
And when the eyes of our minds Are opened to behold them, how should we praise the Lord in the words of our Saviour, I thank thee Oh Father, Lord of Heaven and Earth, Because thou hast Hid these things from the wise and prudent,
And thus you have heard the first generall part of the Text, namely the heavenly purchase, set forth unto us by foure severall circumstances, the name, the value, the place, and the difficulty of obtaining:
And thus you have herd the First general part of the Text, namely the heavenly purchase, Set forth unto us by foure several Circumstances, the name, the valve, the place, and the difficulty of obtaining:
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HAving spoken of the first generall part of this Text, in the former Sermon, namely of the Heavenly purchase about which we are to be employed, entituled by our Saviour, The Kingdome of Heaven, likened for value to a Treasure, placed and scituate in a field,
HAving spoken of the First general part of this Text, in the former Sermon, namely of the Heavenly purchase about which we Are to be employed, entitled by our Saviour, The Kingdom of Heaven, likened for valve to a Treasure, placed and situate in a field,
and here our blessed Saviour propounds unto us for out direction the example of a worldly wise man in this parable, in whose steps we are directed to tread, and they are five. First he findes the Treasure.
and Here our blessed Saviour propounds unto us for out direction the Exampl of a worldly wise man in this parable, in whose steps we Are directed to tread, and they Are five. First he finds the Treasure.
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As Saul seeking his Fathers asses found a kingdome, so Paul seeking the blood of Martyrs, in the way to Damascus, found the bloud of Iesus and this kingdome of heaven.
As Saul seeking his Father's asses found a Kingdom, so Paul seeking the blood of Martyrs, in the Way to Damascus, found the blood of Iesus and this Kingdom of heaven.
And it is truely affirmed by Hilary, Thesaurum in venisse gratuitum est, It is the free grace of God preventing us, that any man should find the Treasure,
And it is truly affirmed by Hilary, Thesaurum in venisse gratuitum est, It is the free grace of God preventing us, that any man should find the Treasure,
and that we shall overcome Satan and all our corruptions, and finally attaine eternall life, this must needs bring Joy unspeakable and glorious, as Saint Peter calls it.
and that we shall overcome Satan and all our corruptions, and finally attain Eternal life, this must needs bring Joy unspeakable and glorious, as Saint Peter calls it.
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Zacheus found this Treasure, and he Rejoyced. The Iaylour found this Treasure, and he Rejoyced. The Eunuch found this Treasure, and he went on his way Rejoycing. Act. 8 39. And David professeth of himselfe, I rejoyced in thy Word as one that findeth great spoyles.
Zacchaeus found this Treasure, and he Rejoiced. The Jailer found this Treasure, and he Rejoiced. The Eunuch found this Treasure, and he went on his Way Rejoicing. Act. 8 39. And David Professes of himself, I rejoiced in thy Word as one that finds great spoils.
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Rejoyce not in this (saith our Saviour) that the spirits (or divels) be subdued unto you, but rather, that your Names are written in Heaven, that you are enrolled as Subjects into this Kingdome.
Rejoice not in this (Says our Saviour) that the spirits (or Devils) be subdued unto you, but rather, that your Names Are written in Heaven, that you Are enrolled as Subject's into this Kingdom.
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If we have found our selves heretofore most miserable poore and naked, out of Gods favour, in the cords of sinne, in the jawes of Satan, every moment in the danger of hell fire,
If we have found our selves heretofore most miserable poor and naked, out of God's favour, in the cords of sin, in the Jaws of Satan, every moment in the danger of hell fire,
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Why art thou thus cast downe O my soule, and why art thou thus disquieted within me? and make conscience of the Apostles earnest charge, Rejoyce in the Lo d evermore, and againe I say Rejoyce, for the fruit of the Spirit is joy and peace, and the Kingdome of God is Righteousnesse and Peace, and Ioy in the Holy Ghost.
Why art thou thus cast down Oh my soul, and why art thou thus disquieted within me? and make conscience of the Apostles earnest charge, Rejoice in the Lo d evermore, and again I say Rejoice, for the fruit of the Spirit is joy and peace, and the Kingdom of God is Righteousness and Peace, and Joy in the Holy Ghost.
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Lyra observeth that a Treasure hid in any mans ground, is ordered by the civill law for the common peace of men, to be equally divided betweene the finder of the Treasure,
Lyra observeth that a Treasure hid in any men ground, is ordered by the civil law for the Common peace of men, to be equally divided between the finder of the Treasure,
but even from the owner and possessour of the field, lest having gotten knowledge of it, he would not have parted with the field, at least would have claymed halfe the Treasure, no marvell therefore though he hides it.
but even from the owner and possessor of the field, lest having got knowledge of it, he would not have parted with the field, At least would have claimed half the Treasure, no marvel Therefore though he hides it.
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It is naught, it is naught saith the buyer, but when he is gone aside he boasteth. Prov. 20.14. So wise and wily are the children of this world in their generation, as our Saviour observeth, Luk. 16.8.
It is nought, it is nought Says the buyer, but when he is gone aside he boasts. Curae 20.14. So wise and wily Are the children of this world in their generation, as our Saviour observeth, Luk. 16.8.
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And indeed, such is the nature of spirituall graces and blessings, that the more they are communicated unto others, the more they are increased in themselves,
And indeed, such is the nature of spiritual graces and blessings, that the more they Are communicated unto Others, the more they Are increased in themselves,
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Neverthelesse, to hold proportion to the parable in the application of it to our selves, I conceive it is fit for us to Hide our Treasure also and that in three or foure respects:
Nevertheless, to hold proportion to the parable in the application of it to our selves, I conceive it is fit for us to Hide our Treasure also and that in three or foure respects:
Examine your selves therefore upon your beds and be still, Examine your selves whether you be in the faith, Prove your selves, and then you may know indeed that Christ Iesus is in you except ye be Reprobates. Secondly, Hide it in humility.
Examine your selves Therefore upon your Beds and be still, Examine your selves whither you be in the faith, Prove your selves, and then you may know indeed that christ Iesus is in you except you be Reprobates. Secondly, Hide it in humility.
saith one, He that standeth let him take heed lest he fall. He that loveth, let him take heed lest he leave his first love, Rev. 2.5. the feare of losing is the mother of care of not losing, and an excellent meanes to prevent falling away, Hold fast therefore that thou hast, that no man take thy crowne.
Says one, He that Stands let him take heed lest he fallen. He that loves, let him take heed lest he leave his First love, Rev. 2.5. the Fear of losing is the mother of care of not losing, and an excellent means to prevent falling away, Hold fast Therefore that thou hast, that no man take thy crown.
The faith of the beleeving Husband cannot save the unbeleeving wife, nor the faith of the wife, the unbeleeving Husband, and so it is betweene parents and children, pastour and people:
The faith of the believing Husband cannot save the unbelieving wife, nor the faith of the wife, the unbelieving Husband, and so it is between Parents and children, pastor and people:
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then shall he have rejoycing in himselfe alone, and not in another, For every man shall beare his owne burthen, and if any foolish Virgin shall say unto us, Give us of your oyle,
then shall he have rejoicing in himself alone, and not in Another, For every man shall bear his own burden, and if any foolish Virgae shall say unto us, Give us of your oil,
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for our lampes are out, let us answere them as the wise Virgins did, Not so (Ne non sufficiat nobis & vobis) lest there be not enough for us and for you, but goe ye rather to them that sell and buy for your selves. Fourthly, saith our Saviour NONLATINALPHABET.
for our lamps Are out, let us answer them as the wise Virgins did, Not so (Ne non Sufficiat nobis & vobis) lest there be not enough for us and for you, but go you rather to them that fell and buy for your selves. Fourthly, Says our Saviour.
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she considereth a field and buyeth it, so he considers with himselfe what was to bee done for the purchasing of the field, and obtaining of the Treasure.
she Considereth a field and buyeth it, so he considers with himself what was to be done for the purchasing of the field, and obtaining of the Treasure.
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In a word, that which Christ would have us to consider is this, That whosoever resolveth not to forsake all that he hath, cannot be his Disciple, and whosoever resolveth not to sell all that hee hath, cannot purchase this field and Treasure.
In a word, that which christ would have us to Consider is this, That whosoever resolves not to forsake all that he hath, cannot be his Disciple, and whosoever resolves not to fell all that he hath, cannot purchase this field and Treasure.
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And againe, Non sunt condignae passiones nostrae, the short sufferings of this life, NONLATINALPHABET, of this short moment, are not worthy of the glory which shall be revealed.
And again, Non sunt condignae Passions Nostrae, the short sufferings of this life,, of this short moment, Are not worthy of the glory which shall be revealed.
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Thou and thy money perish together, Doest thou thinke the gifts and graces of the Holy Ghost can be bought with money? or that any thing we can doe or suffer, can be aequivalent to the Kingdome of Heaven?
Thou and thy money perish together, Dost thou think the Gifts and graces of the Holy Ghost can be bought with money? or that any thing we can do or suffer, can be equivalent to the Kingdom of Heaven?
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or right eye, we must cut it off, and plucke it out, and cast it from us. Matt. 5.29. The Gospel that bringeth salvation, teacheth us to deny ungodlinesse, and all our worldly lusts.
or right eye, we must Cut it off, and pluck it out, and cast it from us. Matt. 5.29. The Gospel that brings salvation, Teaches us to deny ungodliness, and all our worldly Lustiest.
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in a word, The Spirit and the Flesh are cōtrary one to the other, & in continual battle, There is no concord betweene Christ and Belial, no fellowship betweene righteousnesse and unrighteousnesse.
in a word, The Spirit and the Flesh Are contrary one to the other, & in continual battle, There is no concord between christ and Belial, no fellowship between righteousness and unrighteousness.
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and they wrest to this purpose that precept of our Saviour to the young rich man, in the 19. of Matt. ver. 21. If thou wilt be perfit, goe and sell all thou hast,
and they wrest to this purpose that precept of our Saviour to the young rich man, in the 19. of Matt. ver. 21. If thou wilt be perfect, go and fell all thou hast,
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But know, beloved, that was but a particular commandement of Triall to him, not a generall rule for all perfect Christians As for these Popish votaries, the world is awake,
But know, Beloved, that was but a particular Commandment of Trial to him, not a general Rule for all perfect Christians As for these Popish votaries, the world is awake,
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Our Saviour himselfe had a bagge or purse of which Iudas was the steward, and Iohn the beloved Disciple took the mother of our Saviour from the Crosse NONLATINALPHABET, saith the Text, to his owne home, Ioh. 19.27. In a word, its a ruled case, Acts 5.4. Yet notwithstanding we must sell all, part with all, foure or five wayes.
Our Saviour himself had a bag or purse of which Iudas was the steward, and John the Beloved Disciple took the mother of our Saviour from the Cross, Says the Text, to his own home, John 19.27. In a word, its a ruled case, Acts 5.4. Yet notwithstanding we must fell all, part with all, foure or five ways.
with holy Paul, accounting All things doung and drosse in comparison of Christ, and with blessed Moses, esteeming the rebuke of Christ (and much more Christ himselfe) greater Riches then the TREASVRES of Egypt.
with holy Paul, accounting All things dung and dross in comparison of christ, and with blessed Moses, esteeming the rebuke of christ (and much more christ himself) greater Riches then the TREASVRES of Egypt.
For this is a certaine truth, Coelestes divitiae non nisi contemptu saeculi possidentur, It is impossible to gaine spirituall riches till in our hearts we contemne Earthly.
For this is a certain truth, Coelestes divitiae non nisi contemptu Saeculi possidentur, It is impossible to gain spiritual riches till in our hearts we contemn Earthly.
so that we cannot hold these outward things without the making shipwracke of our Faith and Religion, we will, by the grace of God be ready and willing to lay them downe, saying with blessed Paul, I passe not at all for these things,
so that we cannot hold these outward things without the making shipwreck of our Faith and Religion, we will, by the grace of God be ready and willing to lay them down, saying with blessed Paul, I pass not At all for these things,
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if we will be the children of Abram, who going up to Mount Maria to offer sacrifice to the Lord, left his servants and his asses at the foote of the Hill. Gen. 22.5.
if we will be the children of Abram, who going up to Mount Maria to offer sacrifice to the Lord, left his Servants and his asses At the foot of the Hill. Gen. 22.5.
Yea fourthly, we must actually depart with them to good uses, as of piety, charity, and hospitality, so making us friends of the Mammon of iniquity, and purchasing everlasting habitations. Luk. 16.9.
Yea fourthly, we must actually depart with them to good uses, as of piety, charity, and hospitality, so making us Friends of the Mammon of iniquity, and purchasing everlasting habitations. Luk. 16.9.
as he that sels his commodity for ready mony, according to the example of S. Paul, I desire to be dissolved, and of those Saints of whom he saith, they tooke joyfully the spoyling of their goods, Heb. 10.34. and of holy and patient Iob, The Lord hath given, and the Lord hath taken, now blessed be the name of the Lord, Iob 1.21.
as he that sells his commodity for ready money, according to the Exampl of S. Paul, I desire to be dissolved, and of those Saints of whom he Says, they took joyfully the spoiling of their goods, Hebrew 10.34. and of holy and patient Job, The Lord hath given, and the Lord hath taken, now blessed be the name of the Lord, Job 1.21.
] that is, as you have heard, the Word of God, which may further be confirmed by that precept of Salomon in plaine and expresse terms, Prov. 23.23. Buy the truth and sell it not;
] that is, as you have herd, the Word of God, which may further be confirmed by that precept of Solomon in plain and express terms, Curae 23.23. Buy the truth and fell it not;
Let not the booke of the Law depart out of thy mouth day nor night, saith the Lord to Ioshua. Iosh 1.8. Let it not depart out of your hands, say I to you.
Let not the book of the Law depart out of thy Mouth day nor night, Says the Lord to Ioshua. Joshua 1.8. Let it not depart out of your hands, say I to you.
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Secondly, because thou canst not understand and apply the Word aright, without a Guide, as the truely Noble Eunuch ingenuously confessed of himselfe. Act. 8.31.
Secondly, Because thou Canst not understand and apply the Word aright, without a Guide, as the truly Noble Eunuch ingenuously confessed of himself. Act. 8.31.
Thou must therefore buy the Word of God preached, that is, thou art bound according to thy calling and ability, to maintaine the Preacher of Gods Word liberally, and that with all alacrity:
Thou must Therefore buy the Word of God preached, that is, thou art bound according to thy calling and ability, to maintain the Preacher of God's Word liberally, and that with all alacrity:
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and that wee did all prize the Word as hee did, that said, The Law of thy mouth is better unto me then thousands of gold and silver. Psal. 119.72. Thirdly, we must buy the Truth, not with money onely, but principally with labour and industry.
and that we did all prize the Word as he did, that said, The Law of thy Mouth is better unto me then thousands of gold and silver. Psalm 119.72. Thirdly, we must buy the Truth, not with money only, but principally with labour and industry.
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But as the Heathen sayd, Dii labore hominibus vendunt: God sells knowledge and grace for labour, Seeke her as silver, search for her as for hid Treasure, Then shalt thou understand the feare of the Lord,
But as the Heathen said, Gods labour hominibus vendunt: God sells knowledge and grace for labour, Seek her as silver, search for her as for hid Treasure, Then shalt thou understand the Fear of the Lord,
and what we heare, and ingraft the Word when we have heard it, yea and incorporate it into our soules, I meane into our minds, our wills, and our affections,
and what we hear, and ingraft the Word when we have herd it, yea and incorporate it into our Souls, I mean into our minds, our wills, and our affections,
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and have insisted especially upon the last of them, as being of the greatest waight, wherein we see the absolute Necessity that lyes upon us of selling all, of buying the field,
and have insisted especially upon the last of them, as being of the greatest weight, wherein we see the absolute Necessity that lies upon us of selling all, of buying the field,
Which first of all, doth serve for the sharpe reproofe and taxation of the trifling and higling Chapmen of this age, that have a good mind (as we say) to the Treasures of Grace and Glory: they wish with Balaam, That they might dye the death of the righteous, Num. 23.10.
Which First of all, does serve for the sharp reproof and taxation of the trifling and higgling Chapmen of this age, that have a good mind (as we say) to the Treasures of Grace and Glory: they wish with balaam, That they might die the death of the righteous, Num. 23.10.
or lastly, they will part with some of their sins, but not with all Naaman will keepe his bowing in the House of Rimmon, Herod will reserue his sweet Herodias, Ananias will give part to God,
or lastly, they will part with Some of their Sins, but not with all Naaman will keep his bowing in the House of Rimmon, Herod will reserve his sweet Herodias, Ananias will give part to God,
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And as for lawfull things, I meane the good Blessings of this Life, Oh where is the man to be found that is content to part with them? Where is the man that esteemes basely of them as drosse and doung in respect of Christ and sauing graces? that layeth them aside for conscience sake,
And as for lawful things, I mean the good Blessings of this Life, O where is the man to be found that is content to part with them? Where is the man that esteems basely of them as dross and dung in respect of christ and Saving graces? that Layeth them aside for conscience sake,
when the publike and private exercises of Religion call for their devotion & attendance? Where is the man that parteth with them cheerefully to good and commendable uses, sowing liberally that hee may reape liberally at the harvest? that in preparation of heart hath resolved,
when the public and private exercises of Religion call for their devotion & attendance? Where is the man that parts with them cheerfully to good and commendable uses, sowing liberally that he may reap liberally At the harvest? that in preparation of heart hath resolved,
knowing in himselfe that he hath in heaven a better and an enduring substance? where is the man that when losses, affliction and death come, can bid them all adue and that from his heart, that hee may enjoy the Heavenly Treasure? I speake not this (Beloved) as if I thought there were none such to be found;
knowing in himself that he hath in heaven a better and an enduring substance? where is the man that when losses, affliction and death come, can bid them all Adieu and that from his heart, that he may enjoy the Heavenly Treasure? I speak not this (beloved) as if I Thought there were none such to be found;
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but yet in respect of the multitude, they are as rare as Blacke Swans. The most part of men every where dote upon the world, loving it onely and altogether,
but yet in respect of the multitude, they Are as rare as Black Swans. The most part of men every where dote upon the world, loving it only and altogether,
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How many Esaus are there in the world that say, Tush what is this Birthright to me, give me the pottage so red? How many Gadarens that will rather part with their Saviour, then with their very Swine? How many Iudasses that will sell their Saviour and their Soules for thirty pieces of silver,
How many Esaus Are there in the world that say, Tush what is this Birthright to me, give me the pottage so read? How many Gadarenes that will rather part with their Saviour, then with their very Swine? How many Judases that will fell their Saviour and their Souls for thirty Pieces of silver,
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Hagar now adayes hath beaten her Mistresse Sarah out of doores, I meane, the love of the world hath beaten the love of God and of Religion out of our hearts;
Hagar now adays hath beaten her Mistress Sarah out of doors, I mean, the love of the world hath beaten the love of God and of Religion out of our hearts;
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If our Saviours rule be true, That where our hearts be, there are our Treasures also, Matthew 6.21, then it is most plaine, that wee have layd up our Treasures upon Earth,
If our Saviors Rule be true, That where our hearts be, there Are our Treasures also, Matthew 6.21, then it is most plain, that we have laid up our Treasures upon Earth,
Now if any man love the world, saith Saint Iohn in expresse tearmes, the love of the Father is not in him, 1. Ioh. 2.15. and as the ground where gold groweth, is barren of all other things;
Now if any man love the world, Says Saint John in express terms, the love of the Father is not in him, 1. John 2.15. and as the ground where gold grows, is barren of all other things;
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As for our buying of the Field, I meane the Truth and Word of God, it grieves my soule to think how the Booke of God is generally neglected, his tenth part for the maintenance of his Ministers defrauded, gelt,
As for our buying of the Field, I mean the Truth and Word of God, it grieves my soul to think how the Book of God is generally neglected, his tenth part for the maintenance of his Ministers defrauded, gelded,
But tell mee, what art thou? what knowledge hast thou gotten, what faith, what hope, what love, what patience, what temperance, what humility, what thankfulnesse, what obedience? what good hast thou gotten by the Word? How justly may we take up the complaint of Salomon, Pro. 17.16.
But tell me, what art thou? what knowledge hast thou got, what faith, what hope, what love, what patience, what temperance, what humility, what thankfulness, what Obedience? what good hast thou got by the Word? How justly may we take up the complaint of Solomon, Pro 17.16.
Why is there a price in the hand of a foole to get wisedome, but he wants an heart? Men have money, time, wit, strength, meanes of all sorts to buy the Field,
Why is there a price in the hand of a fool to get Wisdom, but he Wants an heart? Men have money, time, wit, strength, means of all sorts to buy the Field,
eyther they get not the Word, or get no knowledge out of the Word, or turne not their knowledge into gracious practise, They desire to know onely that they may know;
either they get not the Word, or get no knowledge out of the Word, or turn not their knowledge into gracious practice, They desire to know only that they may know;
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and empty Casket, but they have not gotten yet one peny-worth of the Treasure. And by these meanes it comes to passe, that while the Divel and the world have multitudes of Chapmen flocking and thronging about them to buy their Pedling-stuffe and painted Bables, The Lord may stand in the high places of the City, making Proclamation, Hoe, come and buy of me, Isa. 55.1. and offering his rich and inualuable Treasures, and few or none will come to the price. Something they will bid;
and empty Casket, but they have not got yet one pennyworth of the Treasure. And by these means it comes to pass, that while the devil and the world have Multitudes of Chapmen flocking and thronging about them to buy their Pedling-stuffe and painted Babbles, The Lord may stand in the high places of the city, making Proclamation, Hoe, come and buy of me, Isaiah 55.1. and offering his rich and invaluable Treasures, and few or none will come to the price. Something they will bid;
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for when he tels them, They must sell all that meane to have the Treasure, they goe away sorrowfull, saying in themselves, Durus est hic sermo, this is an hard saying and who can beare it, this is an hard purchase and who can buy it? as if poore soules that heaven and happines should be bought at too deare a rate,
for when he tells them, They must fell all that mean to have the Treasure, they go away sorrowful, saying in themselves, Durus est hic sermon, this is an hard saying and who can bear it, this is an hard purchase and who can buy it? as if poor Souls that heaven and happiness should be bought At too deer a rate,
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All the lusts of Hell are not worth so much, and it will be a poore advantage to win the whole world, and to lose Gods Kingdome and their owne soules.
All the Lustiest of Hell Are not worth so much, and it will be a poor advantage to win the Whole world, and to loose God's Kingdom and their own Souls.
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Had we but truly found & tasted heauenly things, we would easily contemne earthly things as base and vile, Qui invenit coelestia, contemnit saecularia.
Had we but truly found & tasted heavenly things, we would Easily contemn earthly things as base and vile, Qui invenit coelestia, contemnit saecularia.
Can children not be in love with rattles, drums, hoby-horses, toyes and trifles? but after when they know better things, of themselves they put away these childish follies.
Can children not be in love with rattles, drums, hoby-horses, toys and trifles? but After when they know better things, of themselves they put away these childish follies.
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Matthew the Publican being called by our Saviour, rose up, left all, and followed him. The wise men of the East having found the babe Jesus, opened their Treasures, and present to him gold, frankincense, and myrrhe.
Matthew the Publican being called by our Saviour, rose up, left all, and followed him. The wise men of the East having found the babe jesus, opened their Treasures, and present to him gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
And as S, Paul tels us, Heb. 11.34. They tooke joyfully the spoiling of their goods, knowing in themselves, that they had in heaven a better & an enduring substance.
And as S, Paul tells us, Hebrew 11.34. They took joyfully the spoiling of their goods, knowing in themselves, that they had in heaven a better & an enduring substance.
O that we were wise unto salvation, and would follow the examples of these heavenly Merchants, Omnes ita comparati sumus, saith Musculus, ut libenter quod minus est impendamus ut acquiramus quod majus est.
O that we were wise unto salvation, and would follow the Examples of these heavenly Merchant's, Omnes ita comparati sumus, Says Musculus, ut Libenter quod minus est impendamus ut acquiramus quod Majus est.
Who will not part with a penny to gaine a pound? who will not cast away a little seed that hee may reape a fruitfull harvest? why should we then for vaine and transitory things neglect and lose so great salvation, NONLATINALPHABET, as the Apostle speaketh. Heb. 2.3?
Who will not part with a penny to gain a pound? who will not cast away a little seed that he may reap a fruitful harvest? why should we then for vain and transitory things neglect and loose so great salvation,, as the Apostle speaks. Hebrew 2.3?
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Let us in time bethinke our selves, and with blessed Mary. Luk. 10 42. Let us chuse NONLATINALPHABET, that good part which shall never be taken from us.
Let us in time bethink our selves, and with blessed Marry. Luk. 10 42. Let us choose, that good part which shall never be taken from us.
If we lay up Treasures for our selves with that rich foole, Luk. 12. and be not rich to God, we shall shew our selves fooles, as he was, saith our Saviour, v. 21. and speed as he did, to whom it was said, Thou foole, this night shall they fetch away thy soule from thee,
If we lay up Treasures for our selves with that rich fool, Luk. 12. and be not rich to God, we shall show our selves Fools, as he was, Says our Saviour, v. 21. and speed as he did, to whom it was said, Thou fool, this night shall they fetch away thy soul from thee,
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And when carnall and worldly men that have layd up their Treasures on earth, and have gone a whoring after the world and worldly lusts, shall lose heaven and the world too, thou that hast made Gods Word thy Paradise,
And when carnal and worldly men that have laid up their Treasures on earth, and have gone a whoring After the world and worldly Lustiest, shall loose heaven and the world too, thou that hast made God's Word thy Paradise,
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for thou hast already a Treasure of grace and comfort, and shalt have shortly a Treasure of Glory, even Fulnes of Ioy at Gods right hand, and Pleasures for evermore.
for thou hast already a Treasure of grace and Comfort, and shalt have shortly a Treasure of Glory, even Fullness of Joy At God's right hand, and Pleasures for evermore.
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To conclude, all those that can truly say to Christ as Peter did, Behold Lord we have forsaken all and followed thee, What shall we have therefore? He will undoubtedly answer them, as there he did him:
To conclude, all those that can truly say to christ as Peter did, Behold Lord we have forsaken all and followed thee, What shall we have Therefore? He will undoubtedly answer them, as there he did him:
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and ye that have forsaken houses or lands, or friends for my Names sake, shall receive an hundred fold in this life, and in the end inherit life everlasting.
and you that have forsaken houses or Lands, or Friends for my Names sake, shall receive an hundred fold in this life, and in the end inherit life everlasting.
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