Ten sermons preach'd before Her Royal Highness, the Princess Ann of Denmark at the chappel at St. James by Lewis Atterbury ... LL.D. and one of the six preachers to Her Royal Highness.
And therefore since they have not any sensible Demonstration of the Happiness of the other World, they are resolv'd to enjoy as much as they can in this,
And Therefore since they have not any sensible Demonstration of the Happiness of the other World, they Are resolved to enjoy as much as they can in this,
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Whereas could they be perswaded to make Tryal for some time of a virtuous and religious Life, would they but give themselves up for some considerable space to the Practice of Piety and Devotion;
Whereas could they be persuaded to make Trial for Some time of a virtuous and religious Life, would they but give themselves up for Some considerable Molle to the Practice of Piety and Devotion;
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And therefore all those Articles of Faith, and Precepts of Morality which he taught his followers, were equally for the Interest of all Men to believe and practise;
And Therefore all those Articles of Faith, and Precepts of Morality which he taught his followers, were equally for the Interest of all Men to believe and practise;
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and on the contrary, the Duties of Charity, Love, Peaceableness, Meekness, Temperance, and Justice; are so frequently inculcated and recommended to us in the Gospel:
and on the contrary, the Duties of Charity, Love, Peaceableness, Meekness, Temperance, and justice; Are so frequently inculcated and recommended to us in the Gospel:
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the Church will support the State, and the State protect the Church; Parents will be tenderly affected towards their Off-spring, and Children dutiful towards their Parents;
the Church will support the State, and the State Pact the Church; Parents will be tenderly affected towards their Offspring, and Children dutiful towards their Parents;
and hereby promote the Weal and flourishing Condition of those Kingdoms in which they live; Neighbour Nations will forget their mutual Quarrels and Animosities, beat their swords into plow shares,
and hereby promote the Weal and flourishing Condition of those Kingdoms in which they live; Neighbour nations will forget their mutual Quarrels and Animosities, beatrice their swords into blow shares,
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and permitted and allowed him to taste of every Sweet, every thing which his Soul desires, provided he keeps within the Bounds of Reason and Justice, Temperance and Sobriety;
and permitted and allowed him to taste of every Sweet, every thing which his Soul Desires, provided he keeps within the Bounds of Reason and justice, Temperance and Sobriety;
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And 'tis our own Sin and Folly which makes us miserable, fastens us to the Oar, and obliges us to that hard Condition, of getting our bread with the Sweat of our brows.
And it's our own since and Folly which makes us miserable, fastens us to the Oar, and obliges us to that hard Condition, of getting our bred with the Sweat of our brows.
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every sin that we commit, is a base, a foolish, and unmanly Act; 'tis below the Dignity of our Nature, and by consequence contrary to our true Interest.
every since that we commit, is a base, a foolish, and unmanly Act; it's below the Dignity of our Nature, and by consequence contrary to our true Interest.
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and Horror strike through his Soul, whilst he is in the Commission of any wicked Action? Doth he not (like his first Father Adam ) run away from the Presence of his God,
and Horror strike through his Soul, while he is in the Commission of any wicked Actium? Does he not (like his First Father Adam) run away from the Presence of his God,
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When he lies on a Sick-bed, or some grievous Affliction or Calamity befalls him, this recalls his wandring Thoughts, brings to his Mind the Actions of his past Life,
When he lies on a Sickbed, or Some grievous Affliction or Calamity befalls him, this recalls his wandering Thoughts, brings to his Mind the Actions of his past Life,
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whereby we obtain such inward Comfort and Satisfaction of mind, The Feast of a good Conscience, as renders us of a pleasant Humour, and chearful Disposition;
whereby we obtain such inward Comfort and Satisfaction of mind, The Feast of a good Conscience, as renders us of a pleasant Humour, and cheerful Disposition;
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By encouraging us to be industrious in our several Callings, honest in our Dealings, frugal in our Expences (which are the most proper means of getting and keeping Riches) and diverting us from all those expensive Vices;
By encouraging us to be Industria in our several Callings, honest in our Dealings, frugal in our Expenses (which Are the most proper means of getting and keeping Riches) and diverting us from all those expensive Vices;
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so that we have reason to stand amaz'd at our own Plenty, as being hardly able to reconcile our Income with our Expences. 3. For Honour and Reputation:
so that we have reason to stand amazed At our own Plenty, as being hardly able to reconcile our Income with our Expenses. 3. For Honour and Reputation:
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yet 'tis plain, that they despise and contemn the Man, whilst they adore his Fortune: 'Tis not the Ass but the golden Image he bears, they fall down to;
yet it's plain, that they despise and contemn the Man, while they adore his Fortune: It's not the Ass but the golden Image he bears, they fallen down to;
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for whenever the Scale of Fortune turns, and this great wicked Man falls into Poverty and Disgrace, he becomes the Scorn and Laughing-stook of his most suppliant Admirers;
for whenever the Scale of Fortune turns, and this great wicked Man falls into Poverty and Disgrace, he becomes the Scorn and Laughing-stook of his most suppliant Admirers;
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and those very Persons who strove who should caress and tickle him with the most fulsome Flattery, will then as earnestly contend, who shall treat him with the most remarkable Ignominy and Contempt.
and those very Persons who strove who should caress and tickle him with the most fulsome Flattery, will then as earnestly contend, who shall Treat him with the most remarkable Ignominy and Contempt.
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and though my dependance on him oblig'd me to give him some external Homage, and to worship him for the same reason, 'tis said the Indians do the Devil;
and though my dependence on him obliged me to give him Some external Homage, and to worship him for the same reason, it's said the Indians do the devil;
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It enables us to take the Comfort of those good things we enjoy, and makes a little better with Righteousness, than great revenues without right. And this it performs,
It enables us to take the Comfort of those good things we enjoy, and makes a little better with Righteousness, than great revenues without right. And this it performs,
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1. By making us content with our Lot and Portion in this World, and freeing our Minds from all those anxious and sollicitous thoughts, which render the Lives of many Men uneasie to them, who abound with every good thing which their Heart can wish.
1. By making us content with our Lot and Portion in this World, and freeing our Minds from all those anxious and solicitous thoughts, which render the Lives of many Men uneasy to them, who abound with every good thing which their Heart can wish.
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either their Desires are too profuse and lavish, or else too narrow and bound up. How many Men in the world are there to whom God has indulg'd Health, Riches,
either their Desires Are too profuse and lavish, or Else too narrow and bound up. How many Men in the world Are there to whom God has indulged Health, Riches,
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and whilst they abound in Wealth and Plenty, labour under all the Misery, and Inconveniencies which attend the extreamest Want and Poverty? Nay, they are the poorer for God's Liberality towards them;
and while they abound in Wealth and Plenty, labour under all the Misery, and Inconveniences which attend the Extremest Want and Poverty? Nay, they Are the Poorer for God's Liberality towards them;
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and render themselves so stupid and sottish, that even their Vices grow nauseous to them? Now Religion by directing us to the end for which these things were given us, teaches us to use the World, so as not to abuse it;
and render themselves so stupid and sottish, that even their Vices grow nauseous to them? Now Religion by directing us to the end for which these things were given us, Teaches us to use the World, so as not to abuse it;
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the Sense of our own Vileness and Sinfulness, will keep us meek and humble, and inclinable to forgive others, Even as God for Christ's sake has forgiven us.
the Sense of our own Vileness and Sinfulness, will keep us meek and humble, and inclinable to forgive Others, Even as God for Christ's sake has forgiven us.
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Whereas a wicked Man is like the troubled Sea which cannot rest, but by reason of its being tossed to and fro, is continually casting up mire and dirt;
Whereas a wicked Man is like the troubled Sea which cannot rest, but by reason of its being tossed to and from, is continually casting up mire and dirt;
Nay, he is frequently rack'd with contrary Passions at the same time, and what was the Description of Catiline, Alieni appetens, sui profusus, may be the Character of many a wicked Man:
Nay, he is frequently racked with contrary Passion At the same time, and what was the Description of Catiline, Alieni appetens, sui profusus, may be the Character of many a wicked Man:
Thus different Passions render his Life uneasie to him, and contrary Vices (like the Poets Description of the four Winds blowing in a Storm) rage all at once,
Thus different Passion render his Life uneasy to him, and contrary Vices (like the Poets Description of the four Winds blowing in a Storm) rage all At once,
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and since his Mind cannot charge him with any thing he has not repented of, he must needs have Confidence towards God. And by consequence he is free from the dread of Death, and a future Judgment:
and since his Mind cannot charge him with any thing he has not repented of, he must needs have Confidence towards God. And by consequence he is free from the dread of Death, and a future Judgement:
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Men may talk big when their Blood is hot, and in the heighth of a debauch Laugh at those superstitious Fools, who are scar'd with the Bug-bears of Hell-torments;
Men may talk big when their Blood is hight, and in the height of a debauch Laugh At those superstitious Fools, who Are scared with the Bugbears of Hell torments;
Of this happy and easie departure out of this World, we have many Instances in the Holy Scripture, in whom we may consider the Power and Vertue of a good Conscience;
Of this happy and easy departure out of this World, we have many Instances in the Holy Scripture, in whom we may Consider the Power and Virtue of a good Conscience;
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that it enjoyns the unwelcome Duties of Mortification, Self-denial, and taking up the Cross; that the Ordinances of Religion are tiresome and a weariness to the Flesh;
that it enjoins the unwelcome Duties of Mortification, Self-denial, and taking up the Cross; that the Ordinances of Religion Are tiresome and a weariness to the Flesh;
when the Christian Religion was persecuted by the Heathen Emperors of Rome; and the Professors of it in danger of losing their Lives for the Testimony of the Gospel.
when the Christian Religion was persecuted by the Heathen Emperor's of Room; and the Professors of it in danger of losing their Lives for the Testimony of the Gospel.
It must be confess'd, That even in our Times (when Kings are become the nursing Fathers of the Church ) those Persons who have been long habituated to a sinful and wicked Course of Life, will find it a very difficult matter to forsake it,
It must be confessed, That even in our Times (when Kings Are become the nursing Father's of the Church) those Persons who have been long habituated to a sinful and wicked Course of Life, will find it a very difficult matter to forsake it,
But yet it may be a mighty Incouragement to consider, That 'tis only the first Entrance on a religious Course of Life, which is attended with so great Difficulty;
But yet it may be a mighty Encouragement to Consider, That it's only the First Entrance on a religious Course of Life, which is attended with so great Difficulty;
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But yet supposing, that there should be some Difficulty in the leading of a good Life, that God should see fit to make the Profession of his Truth hazardous,
But yet supposing, that there should be Some Difficulty in the leading of a good Life, that God should see fit to make the Profession of his Truth hazardous,
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Yet what generous and Praise worthy undertaking can be perform'd without Pains and Diligence? All that is excellent and noble requires Labour and Industry,
Yet what generous and Praise worthy undertaking can be performed without Pains and Diligence? All that is excellent and noble requires Labour and Industry,
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Do they not undergo much greater Difficulties for things of lesser moment, tho' their Success is seldom answerable to their Expectations? Do they not compass Sea and Land, leave their best Friends,
Do they not undergo much greater Difficulties for things of lesser moment, though their Success is seldom answerable to their Expectations? Do they not compass Sea and Land, leave their best Friends,
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tho' they expect no other recompence for their Pains, but a Lawrel-Wreath, or the Applause of the People? And shall not Heaven and eternal Happiness deserve our Care? Shall we not take as much Pains for a never fading Crown,
though they expect no other recompense for their Pains, but a Laurel-wreath, or the Applause of the People? And shall not Heaven and Eternal Happiness deserve our Care? Shall we not take as much Pains for a never fading Crown,
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that the time draws on apace when he shall be eas'd of all his Troubles, Have all tears wiped away from his Eyes, and receive a Hundred fold for all those momentary Afflictions, he has undergone in this Life.
that the time draws on apace when he shall be eased of all his Troubles, Have all tears wiped away from his Eyes, and receive a Hundred fold for all those momentary Afflictions, he has undergone in this Life.
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And I am perswaded that St. Paul when in Chains, and under all his Calamities and Persecutions, was infinitely more contented than Caesar or Seneca, than any of the most fortunate Princes,
And I am persuaded that Saint Paul when in Chains, and under all his Calamities and Persecutions, was infinitely more contented than Caesar or Senecca, than any of the most fortunate Princes,
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That Godliness has the Promises of the Life, that now is, (i.e.) That our Happiness in this World is best secur'd, by leading a Holy and religious Life. It only remains; that I shew,
That Godliness has thee Promises of the Life, that now is, (i.e.) That our Happiness in this World is best secured, by leading a Holy and religious Life. It only remains; that I show,
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in which the Happiness of our future State doth consist. 'Tis a State of perfect Purity and Holiness, and consists in repeated Acts of Love, and Zeal, and Devotion;
in which the Happiness of our future State does consist. It's a State of perfect Purity and Holiness, and consists in repeated Acts of Love, and Zeal, and Devotion;
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and those Divine Qualities of Humility, Meekness, Charity, &c. the more capable we shall be of partaking of those heavenly Pleasures, Which are at Gods right hand for evermore.
and those Divine Qualities of Humility, Meekness, Charity, etc. the more capable we shall be of partaking of those heavenly Pleasures, Which Are At God's right hand for evermore.
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Our time in this World was given us for this very Purpose, that we might furnish our selves with such Vertues and Graces (those wedding Garments) which will render us fit Guests for the Marriage of the Lamb.
Our time in this World was given us for this very Purpose, that we might furnish our selves with such Virtues and Graces (those wedding Garments) which will render us fit Guests for the Marriage of the Lamb.
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I shall therefore only remark, That nothing can be more absurd than to frame a Notion of our future State, from the Pleasures and Delights of our present Condition:
I shall Therefore only remark, That nothing can be more absurd than to frame a Notion of our future State, from the Pleasures and Delights of our present Condition:
A sensual Paradise might reasonably be expected by a Turk or Pagan; but not by a Christian; whose Religion teaches him to Crucifie the Flesh with the sinful Lusts and Desires of the same.
A sensual Paradise might reasonably be expected by a Turk or Pagan; but not by a Christian; whose Religion Teaches him to Crucify the Flesh with the sinful Lustiest and Desires of the same.
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that they are Joys of a more Sublime Nature, Such as neither eye hath seen, nor ear heard, neither hath it enter'd into the heart of man to understand, which God hath prepared for those who love and serve him;
that they Are Joys of a more Sublime Nature, Such as neither eye hath seen, nor ear herd, neither hath it entered into the heart of man to understand, which God hath prepared for those who love and serve him;
in which, our Souls (being transform'd into his Image) will be continually delighted and transported, in admiring and adoring the Perfections of their Creator.
in which, our Souls (being transformed into his Image) will be continually delighted and transported, in admiring and adoring the Perfections of their Creator.
For what doth God require of you, which is not highly just and reasonable? What doth he command you? But to do Justice, to love Mercy, and to walk humbly with your God, (i. e.) to live up to the Dignity of your Natures, and to Act as becomes reasonable and dependent Beings.
For what does God require of you, which is not highly just and reasonable? What does he command you? But to do justice, to love Mercy, and to walk humbly with your God, (i. e.) to live up to the Dignity of your Nature's, and to Act as becomes reasonable and dependent Beings.
And now, may not God justly expostulate with us, as he did with the People of Israel and Judah? What could I have done to my Vineyard, which I have not done unto it? What more probable,
And now, may not God justly expostulate with us, as he did with the People of Israel and Judah? What could I have done to my Vineyard, which I have not done unto it? What more probable,
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If thou sinnest, what dost thou against him, or if thy transgressions be multiply'd, what dost thou unto him? if thou be righteous, what givest thou him,
If thou Sinnest, what dost thou against him, or if thy transgressions be multiplied, what dost thou unto him? if thou be righteous, what givest thou him,
And shall not we be wise for our selves? Shall we willfully and obstinately go on to defeat all the gracious Purposes of his Mercy and Goodness, to trample under feet the Blood of his dear Son,
And shall not we be wise for our selves? Shall we wilfully and obstinately go on to defeat all the gracious Purposes of his Mercy and goodness, to trample under feet the Blood of his dear Son,
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Let me therefore beseech you by the Mercies of God, that you present your Bodies a living Sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is but your reasonable Service:
Let me Therefore beseech you by the mercies of God, that you present your Bodies a living Sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is but your reasonable Service:
THERE is nothing which with greater Reason hath excited the Admiration of considerate Men, than the ill Entertainment which Religion and its Professors have found in the World:
THERE is nothing which with greater Reason hath excited the Admiration of considerate Men, than the ill Entertainment which Religion and its Professors have found in the World:
and the Contentment, and Satisfaction of every particular Person, even in this World, that they would be every wise Man's Choice, were they not his Duty.
and the Contentment, and Satisfaction of every particular Person, even in this World, that they would be every wise Man's Choice, were they not his Duty.
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And yet, besides the internal goodness and conveniency of those Commands, God has been pleas'd to lay upon us, he has inforc'd them with many powerful Motives;
And yet, beside the internal Goodness and conveniency of those Commands, God has been pleased to lay upon us, he has enforced them with many powerful Motives;
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Most Men are so taken up with the earnest pursuit after Riches, Honours, or Pleasures; with the Business of their Callings, and the Cares of this Life;
Most Men Are so taken up with the earnest pursuit After Riches, Honours, or Pleasures; with the Business of their Callings, and the Cares of this Life;
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First, What is meant by thinking on our Ways. Way is a Metaphor very often made use of in the Holy Scripture, to signifie the whole Course of a Mans Life:
First, What is meant by thinking on our Ways. Way is a Metaphor very often made use of in the Holy Scripture, to signify the Whole Course of a men Life:
Or else, 2. The Thinking on our Ways may denote, a Reflection on our own particular Actions, a Calling our selves to a strict Account, and examining our Consciences;
Or Else, 2. The Thinking on our Ways may denote, a Reflection on our own particular Actions, a Calling our selves to a strict Account, and examining our Consciences;
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II. I shall shew, after what manner we ought to perform this Duty. III. What excellent Effects a due performance of it would have upon our Lives and Conversations.
II I shall show, After what manner we ought to perform this Duty. III. What excellent Effects a due performance of it would have upon our Lives and Conversations.
The God who made us, and is best acquainted with our Frame and Dispositions, and what means will be most useful to enable us to walk in the way of his Commandments;
The God who made us, and is best acquainted with our Frame and Dispositions, and what means will be most useful to enable us to walk in the Way of his commandments;
and from thence to pass a Judgment upon them; and if we find we have done amiss, to repent and do so no more. In the 4th. Psalm, Verse the 4th. the Psalmist advises us, Commune with your own heart upon your Bed, and be still.
and from thence to pass a Judgement upon them; and if we find we have done amiss, to Repent and do so no more. In the 4th. Psalm, Verse the 4th. the Psalmist advises us, Commune with your own heart upon your Bed, and be still.
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Or, What King going to make War against another King, sitteth not down first, and consulteth whether he be able with ten thousand to meet him, that cometh against him with twenty thousand;
Or, What King going to make War against Another King, Sitteth not down First, and consulteth whither he be able with ten thousand to meet him, that comes against him with twenty thousand;
That every one who intends to be Christ's Disciple, must first sit down and consider with himself, what 'tis to be a Christian, what Difficulties he is like to meet with in his Christian Race, what Temptations he must encounter withal:
That every one who intends to be Christ's Disciple, must First fit down and Consider with himself, what it's to be a Christian, what Difficulties he is like to meet with in his Christian Raze, what Temptations he must encounter withal:
2. From Reason. Common Sense and Reason will inform us, that if we design to direct our Lives by the word of God, we must frequently compare them with this Rule:
2. From Reason. Common Sense and Reason will inform us, that if we Design to Direct our Lives by the word of God, we must frequently compare them with this Rule:
which when more narrowly consider'd, and try'd by the Rule of God's word, are found to be crooked and deform'd, such as we have just cause to repent of.
which when more narrowly considered, and tried by the Rule of God's word, Are found to be crooked and deformed, such as we have just cause to Repent of.
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We place them at first in a wrong Light, we behold them thro' a false Medium: Our Kindness and Affection toward them, makes them seem of a different Complexion than they are really of:
We place them At First in a wrong Light, we behold them through a false Medium: Our Kindness and Affection towards them, makes them seem of a different Complexion than they Are really of:
And though God has Promised to pardon those Sins, and to pass by that Obliquity of our Actions, which proceeds from the frailty and infirmity of our Natures;
And though God has Promised to pardon those Sins, and to pass by that Obliquity of our Actions, which proceeds from the frailty and infirmity of our Nature's;
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our Thoughts are taken up chiefly in the business of our Callings, in providing for our Families which is so far from being a Fault, that 'tis highly commendable and Praise-worthy (for God is better pleas'd with a Man, who is diligent and industrious in that Calling and Station he has plac'd him in,
our Thoughts Are taken up chiefly in the business of our Callings, in providing for our Families which is so Far from being a Fault, that it's highly commendable and Praiseworthy (for God is better pleased with a Man, who is diligent and Industria in that Calling and Station he has placed him in,
and this I am induc'd to believe, for this one plain Reason, because all the Devotional parts of our Religion were chiefly intended, to help and assist us, in the Practice of those Duties which God requires of us in our several Relations.) But yet, seeing so much of our time is spent in the business of this Life,
and this I am induced to believe, for this one plain Reason, Because all the Devotional parts of our Religion were chiefly intended, to help and assist us, in the Practice of those Duties which God requires of us in our several Relations.) But yet, seeing so much of our time is spent in the business of this Life,
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so many of our thoughts taken up with our worldly Affairs, we must needs judge it highly reasonable that we should set apart some time to retire into the Closet of our Breast,
so many of our thoughts taken up with our worldly Affairs, we must needs judge it highly reasonable that we should Set apart Some time to retire into the Closet of our Breast,
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Every prudent Man, and good Husband, doth this in his secular Concerns, he that designs either to keep or encrease his Estate, makes it his first and chiefest Care, to be exact in keeping his Accounts, to Balance them often,
Every prudent Man, and good Husband, does this in his secular Concerns, he that designs either to keep or increase his Estate, makes it his First and chiefest Care, to be exact in keeping his Accounts, to Balance them often,
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And thus careful and diligent we should be in our spiritual Affairs, if we had but the same Value for our immortal Souls, which we have for the fading Goods of this World;
And thus careful and diligent we should be in our spiritual Affairs, if we had but the same Valve for our immortal Souls, which we have for the fading Goods of this World;
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this would supersede my Labour of proving to you, the absolute and indispensable necessity, which lies upon every one to continue in the Practice of this Duty.
this would supersede my Labour of proving to you, the absolute and indispensable necessity, which lies upon every one to continue in the Practice of this Duty.
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not only of those whose Examples are recommended to our Imitation in the Holy Scripture; but also of those Heathens, who have been eminent for Vertue and Morality.
not only of those whose Examples Are recommended to our Imitation in the Holy Scripture; but also of those heathens, who have been eminent for Virtue and Morality.
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NONLATINALPHABET. Ask thy self (says he) every Night, What Sin have I committed this day? What Good have I done? What Good have I left undone, which I ought to have done? Seneca tells us, Quotidie apud me causam dico, I every day pass Judgment upon my own Actions:
. Ask thy self (Says he) every Night, What since have I committed this day? What Good have I done? What Good have I left undone, which I ought to have done? Senecca tells us, Quotidie apud me Causam dico, I every day pass Judgement upon my own Actions:
when I am in Bed, and the Light is taken away, I run over all my Words and Deeds, I consider how I have spent that day, I omit nothing which I can recollect;
when I am in Bed, and the Light is taken away, I run over all my Words and deeds, I Consider how I have spent that day, I omit nothing which I can recollect;
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have I never been guilty of this Crime? If this Sin looks so ill in that Man, is it not worse in me? If I have never been guilty of it, let me be sure to avoid it for the time to come.
have I never been guilty of this Crime? If this since looks so ill in that Man, is it not Worse in me? If I have never been guilty of it, let me be sure to avoid it for the time to come.
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1. When we design to perform this Duty of Self-examination, let us first free our Minds from all the Cares and Business of Life, from every thing which will take up our Thoughts;
1. When we Design to perform this Duty of Self-examination, let us First free our Minds from all the Cares and Business of Life, from every thing which will take up our Thoughts;
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1. As to the time when this Duty will be most seasonably perform'd, I have already made it appear, That it has been the Practice of good Men in all Ages, to examine themselves daily;
1. As to the time when this Duty will be most seasonably performed, I have already made it appear, That it has been the Practice of good Men in all Ages, to examine themselves daily;
For since Confession of Sin is one Condition, which God requires of us, before he will Seal the pardon of our Sins, 'tis impossible we should make a full and particular Confession of them,
For since Confessi of since is one Condition, which God requires of us, before he will Seal the pardon of our Sins, it's impossible we should make a full and particular Confessi of them,
A Day set apart on purpose, that those Persons who all the week long are cumber'd with the Cares of this world, employ'd in the Business of their Callings,
A Day Set apart on purpose, that those Persons who all the Week long Are cumbered with the Cares of this world, employed in the Business of their Callings,
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how they have spent the week past, what Sins they have been guilty of, what good Actions they have perform'd, what Progress they have made in a holy and vertuous Life;
how they have spent the Week past, what Sins they have been guilty of, what good Actions they have performed, what Progress they have made in a holy and virtuous Life;
and in considering what Temptations they are like to be expos'd to the following Week, and in taking up Resolutions of walking more strictly and more circumspectly;
and in considering what Temptations they Are like to be exposed to the following Week, and in taking up Resolutions of walking more strictly and more circumspectly;
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Then it behoves us to make a more diligent search into our Lives and Conversations, that we retain no Leaven of Malice and Hypocrisie, no evil thing unrepented of, which may deprive us of the Benefits of this blessed Ordinance.
Then it behoves us to make a more diligent search into our Lives and Conversations, that we retain no Leaven of Malice and Hypocrisy, no evil thing unrepented of, which may deprive us of the Benefits of this blessed Ordinance.
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What is it that I most think upon? Are my Thoughts serious, seasonable, and pure? Are my Inclinations compliant with God's Law? What doth most easily stir me,
What is it that I most think upon? are my Thoughts serious, seasonable, and pure? are my Inclinations compliant with God's Law? What does most Easily stir me,
and how is my heart moved? Are my Affections calm, and orderly, and well plac'd? What Plots do I contrive? What Projects am I driving on? Are my Designs good? Are my Intentions upright and sincere? Concerning our Words, let us demand thus.
and how is my heart moved? are my Affections Cam, and orderly, and well placed? What Plots do I contrive? What Projects am I driving on? are my Designs good? are my Intentions upright and sincere? Concerning our Words, let us demand thus.
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and procur'd more good for my Neighbour? Was not this good Action imperfect as to some Particulars? Was I not too blame as to some Circumstances? And if so, let us resolve, That if ever God puts another opportunity into our hands of performing the same Action again, we will mend these Defects,
and procured more good for my Neighbour? Was not this good Actium imperfect as to Some Particulars? Was I not too blame as to Some circumstances? And if so, let us resolve, That if ever God puts Another opportunity into our hands of performing the same Actium again, we will mend these Defects,
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but what benefit or advantage have I got for my self? Doth not that trouble and remorse of Conscience which I feel for the Commission of this sin, much exceed the Pleasure I took in it? Is it not a very foolish thing to purchase so little,
but what benefit or advantage have I god for my self? Does not that trouble and remorse of Conscience which I feel for the Commission of this since, much exceed the Pleasure I took in it? Is it not a very foolish thing to purchase so little,
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and the many Vows and Resolutions we have made of leaving and forsaking it. These and many more are the aggravating Circumstances, whereby our Sins are render'd more heinous,
and the many Vows and Resolutions we have made of leaving and forsaking it. These and many more Are the aggravating circumstances, whereby our Sins Are rendered more heinous,
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because he was one of Christ's familiar Friends and Disciples, who convers'd with him, and did eat of his Bread: And Solomon 's Idolatry did offend God the more,
Because he was one of Christ's familiar Friends and Disciples, who conversed with him, and did eat of his Bred: And Solomon is Idolatry did offend God the more,
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because his heart was turned from the Lord, who appeared unto him twice, and had commanded him concerning this very thing, that he should not go astray after other Gods.
Because his heart was turned from the Lord, who appeared unto him twice, and had commanded him Concerning this very thing, that he should not go astray After other God's
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and then let us consider with our selves, whether we grow in Grace, whether our vertuous Habits and Resolutions are more rooted and confirm'd, or else whether we lose ground,
and then let us Consider with our selves, whither we grow in Grace, whither our virtuous Habits and Resolutions Are more rooted and confirmed, or Else whither we loose ground,
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but as we grow in years, these heats languish and decay, and as our Reason and Judgment improve, we are less Subject to these Transports of our Assections;
but as we grow in Years, these heats languish and decay, and as our Reason and Judgement improve, we Are less Subject to these Transports of our Assertions;
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and bid adieu to our beloved Sins? whether we have brought our selves to suffer Affliction patiently, to resign up our Wills to the Divine Will more contentedly? These are the most certain Signs by which we may best judge of our Improvements in Grace.
and bid adieu to our Beloved Sins? whither we have brought our selves to suffer Affliction patiently, to resign up our Wills to the Divine Will more contentedly? These Are the most certain Signs by which we may best judge of our Improvements in Grace.
What Rules and Directions were most useful: What Company and examples were most alluring: And then let us walk by the same Rule, let us mind the same things.
What Rules and Directions were most useful: What Company and Examples were most alluring: And then let us walk by the same Rule, let us mind the same things.
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by what means and methods did the Devil (that old Serpent) wind himself into our Souls? with what bait did he allure us? under what specious shews did he represent his Temptations? which was our weak side that first yielded to the Assault? what were the occasions and inducements of our falling into Sin? And when we have found out these, let us make solemn Vows and Resolutions, that for the time to come we will be more vigilant and watchful, that we will resist the Devil, and then he will flee from us, and never again return to folly: But that we will take to our selves the whole Armour of a Christian, wherewith we shall be enabled to stand in the day of Tryal,
by what means and methods did the devil (that old Serpent) wind himself into our Souls? with what bait did he allure us? under what specious shows did he represent his Temptations? which was our weak side that First yielded to the Assault? what were the occasions and inducements of our falling into since? And when we have found out these, let us make solemn Vows and Resolutions, that for the time to come we will be more vigilant and watchful, that we will resist the devil, and then he will flee from us, and never again return to folly: But that we will take to our selves the Whole Armour of a Christian, wherewith we shall be enabled to stand in the day of Trial,
And therefore God is said to come unto Men in a still voice, and in the cool of the day, when they are capable of hearkening to the Dictates of Reason,
And Therefore God is said to come unto Men in a still voice, and in the cool of the day, when they Are capable of Harkening to the Dictates of Reason,
when he is so much taken up with the specious shews and appearances of sensual Pleasure from without, that he has no leisure to hearken to the Voice of this heavenly Monitor from within:
when he is so much taken up with the specious shows and appearances of sensual Pleasure from without, that he has no leisure to harken to the Voice of this heavenly Monitor from within:
Then Sin that strong Man takes possession of his Heart, Rules and Domineers there, and he is given up by degrees to hardness of Heart, and a reprobate Mind.
Then since that strong Man Takes possession of his Heart, Rules and Domineers there, and he is given up by Degrees to hardness of Heart, and a Reprobate Mind.
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Whereas were but this one Rule, Of a daily Examination of our selves, conscientiously practis'd, Men might have some struglings and fightings within them, their deprav'd Nature might sometimes prevail against them,
Whereas were but this one Rule, Of a daily Examination of our selves, conscientiously practised, Men might have Some strugglings and fightings within them, their depraved Nature might sometime prevail against them,
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2. From a daily Examination of our selves would flow Peace of Mind, and a comfortable perswasion and assurance, that we are in God's Favour, and under his Protection;
2. From a daily Examination of our selves would flow Peace of Mind, and a comfortable persuasion and assurance, that we Are in God's Favour, and under his Protection;
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and the Consideration how much need we have of Forgiveness, will render us more willing to overlook or pardon those Offences which are committed against us;
and the Consideration how much need we have of Forgiveness, will render us more willing to overlook or pardon those Offences which Are committed against us;
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4. Self-Examination would make us truly sensible of God's Patience and Longsuffering, who still extends his Mercy and Forgiveness towards us, notwithstanding our manifold and daily Provocations:
4. Self-Examination would make us truly sensible of God's Patience and Long-suffering, who still extends his Mercy and Forgiveness towards us, notwithstanding our manifold and daily Provocations:
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practis'd by Men eminent for Piety and Vertue, both Christians and Heathens; agreeable to Reason; and of admirable use in all the various Exigences of Life;
practised by Men eminent for Piety and Virtue, both Christians and heathens; agreeable to Reason; and of admirable use in all the various Exigences of Life;
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(as he goes on in the second Verse) for Men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, proud, boasters, blasphemers, and all which he comprehends under one Character in the words of the Text, Having a Form of Godliness, but denying the Power.
(as he Goes on in the second Verse) for Men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, proud, boaster's, blasphemers, and all which he comprehends under one Character in the words of the Text, Having a From of Godliness, but denying the Power.
And this is the chief Reason why the times would be so perilous, because the greatest part of these wicked Persons, should conceal their Crimes under a Form and shew of Godliness.
And this is the chief Reason why the times would be so perilous, Because the greatest part of these wicked Persons, should conceal their Crimes under a From and show of Godliness.
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Were they professedly and openly wicked, there were some Ingenuity even in their Impudence, because they could not be tax'd or upbraided with Hypocrisie:
Were they professedly and openly wicked, there were Some Ingenuity even in their Impudence, Because they could not be taxed or upbraided with Hypocrisy:
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and from an open Enemy, I would have hid my self (says David. ) Shelves and Quicksands that have Lights always burning to discover them by, are the more easily avoided,
and from an open Enemy, I would have hid my self (Says David.) Shelves and Quicksands that have Lights always burning to discover them by, Are the more Easily avoided,
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They put on the Form of Godliness, tho' they deny the Power thereof; and therefore they have the greater Sin. From hence it is, that they are the more dangerous Company,
They put on the From of Godliness, though they deny the Power thereof; and Therefore they have the greater Sin. From hence it is, that they Are the more dangerous Company,
and we have the greater Reason to observe the Caution laid down in the Text; from such turn away. Having a Form of Godliness, but denying the Power; from such turn away.
and we have the greater Reason to observe the Caution laid down in the Text; from such turn away. Having a From of Godliness, but denying the Power; from such turn away.
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Godliness in the Original NONLATINALPHABET, is a devout and sincere Worship of the only true God, in Spirit and in Truth, both inwardly and outwardly, according to his Word:
Godliness in the Original, is a devout and sincere Worship of the only true God, in Spirit and in Truth, both inwardly and outwardly, according to his Word:
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So that in this one word is imply'd our whole Duty towards God and Man. This is express'd by St. Paul, by leading a quiet and peaceable Life, in all Godliness and Honesty.
So that in this one word is implied our Whole Duty towards God and Man. This is expressed by Saint Paul, by leading a quiet and peaceable Life, in all Godliness and Honesty.
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By a Form of Godliness is meant an outward Resemblance, a colourable shew, or likely appearance of Godliness, when a Man puts on the Face and outside of Religion, Acts and Mimicks it so well,
By a From of Godliness is meant an outward Resemblance, a colourable show, or likely appearance of Godliness, when a Man puts on the Face and outside of Religion, Acts and Mimics it so well,
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tho' in many Respects it falls short of the Power of Godliness; which implies that Force and Efficacy, that internal Principle and Spring of Action, which is well express'd by the Greek word NONLATINALPHABET, whereby a Man is made (as St. Paul says) An example of Believers, in word, in Conversation, in Charity, in Spirit, in Faith, in Purity;
though in many Respects it falls short of the Power of Godliness; which Implies that Force and Efficacy, that internal Principle and Spring of Actium, which is well expressed by the Greek word, whereby a Man is made (as Saint Paul Says) an Exampl of Believers, in word, in Conversation, in Charity, in Spirit, in Faith, in Purity;
He aims at new ends, Acts by new Principles, and is ready to expose his Life, by giving his Testimony to those Truths, which before were foolishness unto him: And therefore the Gospel is call'd, the Power of God unto Salvation, to every one that believes.
He aims At new ends, Acts by new Principles, and is ready to expose his Life, by giving his Testimony to those Truths, which before were foolishness unto him: And Therefore the Gospel is called, the Power of God unto Salvation, to every one that believes.
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This is that Power of Godliness which those Hypocrites mentioned by St. Paul in the Text are without, here 'tis they are defective; which brings me to shew,
This is that Power of Godliness which those Hypocrites mentioned by Saint Paul in the Text Are without, Here it's they Are defective; which brings me to show,
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I shall add no more Instances, because this Proposition is plainly affirm'd in the Text, not only that there are some that have the Form, but not the the Power of Godliness: But that many shall deny the Power of Godliness; NONLATINALPHABET (i. e.) they do not only fail in observing it, through frailty and infirmity:
I shall add no more Instances, Because this Proposition is plainly affirmed in the Text, not only that there Are Some that have the From, but not the the Power of Godliness: But that many shall deny the Power of Godliness; (i. e.) they do not only fail in observing it, through frailty and infirmity:
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but still they are resolv'd to keep their Herodias, their beloved Sin, and darling Vice; and this they will by no means forego, even for Heaven it self:
but still they Are resolved to keep their Herodias, their Beloved since, and darling Vice; and this they will by no means forego, even for Heaven it self:
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And this may be discover'd by the following Marks and Characters, set down by St. Paul in this Chapter immediately before the Text, Verse 2, 3, 4. They are (says he) lovers of themselves, covetous, proud, boasters, blasphemers, disobedient to Parents, unthankful, unholy, without natural Affection;
And this may be discovered by the following Marks and Characters, Set down by Saint Paul in this Chapter immediately before the Text, Verse 2, 3, 4. They Are (Says he) lovers of themselves, covetous, proud, boaster's, blasphemers, disobedient to Parents, unthankful, unholy, without natural Affection;
Truce-breakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those who are good; Traytors, heady, high-minded; lovers of Pleasure more than lovers of God.
truce-breakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those who Are good; Traitors, heady, High-minded; lovers of Pleasure more than lovers of God.
On the other hand, if we would know who they are, that have not only the Form of Godliness, but also the Power and Spirit of it, we are told, That the fruits of the Spirit are Love, Joy, Peace, Longsuffering, Gentleness, Goodness, Faith, Meekness, Temperance.
On the other hand, if we would know who they Are, that have not only the From of Godliness, but also the Power and Spirit of it, we Are told, That the fruits of the Spirit Are Love, Joy, Peace, Long-suffering, Gentleness, goodness, Faith, Meekness, Temperance.
(i. e.) They will be Religious, because God has made Religion their Duty, and has annex'd the Rewards of eternal Happiness, to the due Obedience of his Laws:
(i. e.) They will be Religious, Because God has made Religion their Duty, and has annexed the Rewards of Eternal Happiness, to the due obedience of his Laws:
and only for this Reason, because they think it will suit best with their Interest; nor do they make it an Engine to carry on their worldly Projects and Designs;
and only for this Reason, Because they think it will suit best with their Interest; nor do they make it an Engine to carry on their worldly Projects and Designs;
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but they search the Scriptures to find out what is the Will of God, and then they readily comport their Obedience to his Commands, they look upon serving God as the great Business of their Lives,
but they search the Scriptures to find out what is the Will of God, and then they readily comport their obedience to his Commands, they look upon serving God as the great Business of their Lives,
Their first and principal Care, is to make sure of the Kingdom of Heaven and its Righteousness, and then they are not very sollicitous for those other things which will be added thereunto:
Their First and principal Care, is to make sure of the Kingdom of Heaven and its Righteousness, and then they Are not very solicitous for those other things which will be added thereunto:
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They prefer a good Conscience before all other Comforts this world can afford them, and had rather part with Father, Mother, Wife and Children, nay their own Lives, than deny their great Lord and Master.
They prefer a good Conscience before all other Comforts this world can afford them, and had rather part with Father, Mother, Wife and Children, nay their own Lives, than deny their great Lord and Master.
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He will not defame, back-bite, or so much as speak an evil word against his Neighbour (tho' he is Morally assur'd it will never come to his ears:) Nay, he will not harbour the least wicked Thought against God,
He will not defame, backbite, or so much as speak an evil word against his Neighbour (though he is Morally assured it will never come to his ears:) Nay, he will not harbour the least wicked Thought against God,
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because he believes that God, who takes notice of all his Thoughts, Words, and Actions, will one day call him to an Account for them, and either reward or punish him according to his Deeds.
Because he believes that God, who Takes notice of all his Thoughts, Words, and Actions, will one day call him to an Account for them, and either reward or Punish him according to his deeds.
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as are burthensome, and unacceptable to him, but he performs whatsoever God has Commanded him, how contrary soever to his temporal Interests, and corrupt Inclinations:
as Are burdensome, and unacceptable to him, but he performs whatsoever God has Commanded him, how contrary soever to his temporal Interests, and corrupt Inclinations:
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But tho' he falls, yet he quickly rises again, by a sincere and hearty Repentance: He sets a Watch over himself and resolves to be more careful for the future:
But though he falls, yet he quickly rises again, by a sincere and hearty Repentance: He sets a Watch over himself and resolves to be more careful for the future:
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he endeavours to quicken and raise his Affections, he begs of God to enflame his Heart with a Coal from the Altar, and cannot rest satisfied till the Light of God's Countenance shines in upon his Soul,
he endeavours to quicken and raise his Affections, he begs of God to inflame his Heart with a Coal from the Altar, and cannot rest satisfied till the Light of God's Countenance shines in upon his Soul,
These are the four Marks by which we may certainly discover (if we will but bring our selves to the Tryal) whether we have the Power of Godliness, or the Form only. I come now
These Are the four Marks by which we may Certainly discover (if we will but bring our selves to the Trial) whither we have the Power of Godliness, or the From only. I come now
for they that are such, serve not our Lord Jesus Christ (here are their Ends and Designs) but their own Bellies; and by good Words and fair Speeches, deceive the hearts of the Simple.
for they that Are such, serve not our Lord jesus christ (Here Are their Ends and Designs) but their own Bellies; and by good Words and fair Speeches, deceive the hearts of the Simple.
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Whatever Doctrines have a shew of seeming Holiness and Piety, and yet by probable Consequence tend to promote any evil and wicked Designs, ought not to be receiv'd, till try'd by the Touch-stone of God's word,
Whatever Doctrines have a show of seeming Holiness and Piety, and yet by probable Consequence tend to promote any evil and wicked Designs, ought not to be received, till tried by the Touchstone of God's word,
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Be ye not therefore unequally yoked (says the Apostle) for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness, &c. Wherefore come ye out from among them,
Be you not Therefore unequally yoked (Says the Apostle) for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness, etc. Wherefore come you out from among them,
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If therefore we see a Man, who has the Form, but not the Power of Godliness; let us omit no opportunity of reclaiming him, from the Evil of his ways, let us assist him with seasonable Counsel and Advice,
If Therefore we see a Man, who has the From, but not the Power of Godliness; let us omit no opportunity of reclaiming him, from the Evil of his ways, let us assist him with seasonable Counsel and advice,
But we are not oblig'd to converse frequently with him, or to expose our selves to the Danger, of catching that Distemper under which he labours, such a Familiarity as this 'tis our Duty to avoid.
But we Are not obliged to converse frequently with him, or to expose our selves to the Danger, of catching that Distemper under which he labours, such a Familiarity as this it's our Duty to avoid.
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Nay, Let us go beyond them in a constant attendance on the publick Duties of Religion, in the Devotion of our Prayers, the Solemnity of our Fasts, the becoming Decency of our Worship;
Nay, Let us go beyond them in a constant attendance on the public Duties of Religion, in the Devotion of our Prayers, the Solemnity of our Fasts, the becoming Decency of our Worship;
I'll learn from a Turk to die for my Religion, and to search the Scriptures from a Jew. Our Saviour makes the unjust Steward's Wisdom a Pattern for his Disciples.
I'll Learn from a Turk to die for my Religion, and to search the Scriptures from a Jew. Our Saviour makes the unjust Steward's Wisdom a Pattern for his Disciples.
Nay, we may learn Diligence, and Care of our eternal Salvation from the Devil himself, Who compasseth the whole Earth, and walketh about like a roaring Lyon, seeking whom he may devour.
Nay, we may Learn Diligence, and Care of our Eternal Salvation from the devil himself, Who Compasseth the Whole Earth, and walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.
2. Let us bear with them in things indifferent, following after those things which make for Peace, and where we lawfully and with a good Conscience may, becoming all things to all men, that we may save some.
2. Let us bear with them in things indifferent, following After those things which make for Peace, and where we lawfully and with a good Conscience may, becoming all things to all men, that we may save Some.
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this is of the same Import with that Caveat which our Saviour gave to his Disciples, against the Scribes and Pharisees. To beware of their Leven (i. e.) all that is sour and infectious, which will spread the Contagion, and propagate the mischief.
this is of the same Import with that Caveat which our Saviour gave to his Disciples, against the Scribes and Pharisees. To beware of their Leven (i. e.) all that is sour and infectious, which will spread the Contagion, and propagate the mischief.
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And since Proverbs in general are observ'd to contain the Wisdom of all Nations, therefore we may reasonably expect to find a rich Treasure of Divine Truths, in those of which Solomon was the Author,
And since Proverbs in general Are observed to contain the Wisdom of all nations, Therefore we may reasonably expect to find a rich Treasure of Divine Truths, in those of which Solomon was the Author,
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e.) 'tis a Sign of a Wise, a Good, and an understanding Man to take Reproof patiently and thankfully, to give an attentive Ear to it, to be very quick-sighted in discovering his own Faults,
e.) it's a Signen of a Wise, a Good, and an understanding Man to take Reproof patiently and thankfully, to give an attentive Ear to it, to be very quick-sighted in discovering his own Faults,
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when they are laid open to him, and very diligent and industrious in reforming himself. Reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand Knowledge.
when they Are laid open to him, and very diligent and Industria in reforming himself. Reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand Knowledge.
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As an Ear-ring of Gold, and an Ornament of fine Gold, so is a wise Reprover upon an obedient Ear, which is thus Paraphras'd by a Right Reverend Father of our Church.
As an Earring of Gold, and an Ornament of fine Gold, so is a wise Reprover upon an obedient Ear, which is thus Paraphrased by a Right Reverend Father of our Church.
and he is the truest and best Friend, who will most impartially Reprove us for our Faults, shew us the Errors of our Lives, discover to us those Rocks on which we split,
and he is the Truest and best Friend, who will most impartially Reprove us for our Faults, show us the Errors of our Lives, discover to us those Rocks on which we split,
and therefore this is one way of making a Friend of an inveterate Enemy, by taking notice what fault or weakness he upbraids us most with, and accuses us of;
and Therefore this is one Way of making a Friend of an inveterate Enemy, by taking notice what fault or weakness he upbraids us most with, and accuses us of;
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and the Reflection on his own Infirmities, with-holds him from Reproving the Failures of other Men, who (as he is apt to think) are better than himself. 2. A good Man is apt to Err on the Charitable side, he is with Difficulty perswaded to believe ill of his Neighbour,
and the Reflection on his own Infirmities, withholds him from Reproving the Failures of other Men, who (as he is apt to think) Are better than himself. 2. A good Man is apt to Err on the Charitable side, he is with Difficulty persuaded to believe ill of his Neighbour,
For Difficulty is so far from being a just Excuse for the non-performance of our Duty, that it is the best Argument can be made use of, to perswade us to set about it more manfully and courageously.
For Difficulty is so Far from being a just Excuse for the non-performance of our Duty, that it is the best Argument can be made use of, to persuade us to Set about it more manfully and courageously.
Thou knewest that I was an austere man (said the Lord to his idle and unprofitable Servant) taking up that I laid not down, and reaping that I did not sow:
Thou Knewest that I was an austere man (said the Lord to his idle and unprofitable Servant) taking up that I laid not down, and reaping that I did not sow:
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Wherefore then gavest thou not my Money into the Bank; (i. e.) Since nothing but a diligent and vigorous Endeavour to serve God, will enable us to perform our Duty;
Wherefore then Gavest thou not my Money into the Bank; (i. e.) Since nothing but a diligent and vigorous Endeavour to serve God, will enable us to perform our Duty;
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therefore we ought to employ all our Strength and Industry, turn every stone, use all just and likely means, which will yield us any help and assistance:
Therefore we ought to employ all our Strength and Industry, turn every stone, use all just and likely means, which will yield us any help and assistance:
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Many Men are like those Swine mentioned in the Gospel, if we throw the Pearls of good Advice before them, they will be so far from thinking themselves beholding to us,
Many Men Are like those Swine mentioned in the Gospel, if we throw the Pearls of good advice before them, they will be so Far from thinking themselves beholding to us,
What is more frequent, than for Men of plentiful Fortunes, to lavish out those good Gifts of God's Providence) of which they are only the Stewards and Trustees) in Rioting and Drunkenness, Chambring and Wantonness, on this false Supposition, That they may do what they please, with what they (thro' mistake) call their own? How many are there that fill all places, where they come with Oaths and Execrations,
What is more frequent, than for Men of plentiful Fortune's, to lavish out those good Gifts of God's Providence) of which they Are only the Stewards and Trustees) in Rioting and drunkenness, Chambering and Wantonness, on this false Supposition, That they may do what they please, with what they (through mistake) call their own? How many Are there that fill all places, where they come with Oaths and Execrations,
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There are too many who are so puff'd up with a Pharisaical Opinion of their own Righteousness, that they make their own Words and Actions, the Standard whereby they try all Religion and Vertue;
There Are too many who Are so puffed up with a Pharisaical Opinion of their own Righteousness, that they make their own Words and Actions, the Standard whereby they try all Religion and Virtue;
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they first lay it down for a Rule, that that Church or Party of which they are Members, is the only true one upon Earth, they Fansie themselves the only Elect of God,
they First lay it down for a Rule, that that Church or Party of which they Are Members, is the only true one upon Earth, they Fancy themselves the only Elect of God,
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for since they are the Elect, and precious in whom God sees no sin, therefore 'tis high Injustice for any one else to take any notice of their Miscarriages.
for since they Are the Elect, and precious in whom God sees no since, Therefore it's high Injustice for any one Else to take any notice of their Miscarriages.
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for to be so humble, as to disclaim any Pretence to merit, and to be truly sensible of our own Wants, is a Qualification absolutely necessary to render a Man capable of receiving benefit by good Advice.
for to be so humble, as to disclaim any Pretence to merit, and to be truly sensible of our own Wants, is a Qualification absolutely necessary to render a Man capable of receiving benefit by good advice.
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and to esteem those Opinions false, and those Practices ridiculous, which do not exactly fall in with our Pre-conceptions, till by use they are render'd Customary and Familiar to us:
and to esteem those Opinions false, and those Practices ridiculous, which do not exactly fallen in with our Preconceptions, till by use they Are rendered Customary and Familiar to us:
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and that he was in some measure a Fool, which is the greatest Reproach and Imputation can be cast upon a Man. For tho' 'tis the necessary consequence of the Fall of our first Parents,
and that he was in Some measure a Fool, which is the greatest Reproach and Imputation can be cast upon a Man. For though it's the necessary consequence of the Fallen of our First Parents,
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yet we shall find few Men willing to acknowledge it, and 'tis Grace alone which by rendring us truly humble, can make us sensible of our miserable and indigent Condition, and how poor, and blind, and naked we are.
yet we shall find few Men willing to acknowledge it, and it's Grace alone which by rendering us truly humble, can make us sensible of our miserable and indigent Condition, and how poor, and blind, and naked we Are.
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These are the Difficulties which must be encountr'd withal, by that Man who undertakes to Reprove his Neighbour, which would be sufficient to discourage any wise Man from venturing upon this Province, were he influenc'd only by prudential Principles, and temporal Inducements;
These Are the Difficulties which must be encountered withal, by that Man who undertakes to Reprove his Neighbour, which would be sufficient to discourage any wise Man from venturing upon this Province, were he influenced only by prudential Principles, and temporal Inducements;
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but since God, has made it the Duty of every good Man, we may be assur'd, III. That he has given us sufficient Motives to go thro' with it, and Encouragements to perform it; which are such as these. Consider,
but since God, has made it the Duty of every good Man, we may be assured, III. That he has given us sufficient Motives to go through with it, and Encouragements to perform it; which Are such as these. Consider,
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For when Men who profess, that they believe the Gospel of our Saviour Christ, and expect Salvation thro' his Merits, shall sit still and hear the Holy Scripture made the Subject of the Jests and Drollery of prophane Men, his Gospel ridicul'd, his holy Name dishonoured,
For when Men who profess, that they believe the Gospel of our Saviour christ, and expect Salvation through his Merits, shall fit still and hear the Holy Scripture made the Subject of the Jests and Drollery of profane Men, his Gospel ridiculed, his holy Name dishonoured,
and not be mov'd, and transported against such blasphemous Discourse, when they shall shew no open Abhorrence and Detestation at unjust, unrighteous, or wicked Actions;
and not be moved, and transported against such blasphemous Discourse, when they shall show no open Abhorrence and Detestation At unjust, unrighteous, or wicked Actions;
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yet they are such Fools, as to say in their hearts There is no God, and that they have as little true Sense and Reverence for a supream Being, as themselves.
yet they Are such Fools, as to say in their hearts There is no God, and that they have as little true Sense and reverence for a supreme Being, as themselves.
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and spoken ill off? What dutiful Son can endure, that any Aspersions should be cast upon his Father, that his Words and Actions should be ridicul'd, without taking notice of,
and spoken ill off? What dutiful Son can endure, that any Aspersions should be cast upon his Father, that his Words and Actions should be ridiculed, without taking notice of,
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and resenting the Affront? much more Reason have we to be zealous, when we hear prophane Wretches set their mouths against Heaven, and blaspheme the God that made them,
and resenting the Affront? much more Reason have we to be zealous, when we hear profane Wretches Set their mouths against Heaven, and Blaspheme the God that made them,
and if those who turn many to Righteousness, shall shine as the Stars of the Firmament, certainly those who hinder and prevent others from being wicked, shall not miss of a due Reward.
and if those who turn many to Righteousness, shall shine as the Stars of the Firmament, Certainly those who hinder and prevent Others from being wicked, shall not miss of a due Reward.
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yet by degrees a gentle Reproof will make its way, and Gain upon him, and if ever he comes to be reform'd, he will reap the Benefit of it, Peace of Conscience,
yet by Degrees a gentle Reproof will make its Way, and Gain upon him, and if ever he comes to be reformed, he will reap the Benefit of it, Peace of Conscience,
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And who can be justly sensible, what inestimable benefits he confers upon his Neighbour, and what apparent Danger, he delivers him from, by being instrumental in his Reformation,
And who can be justly sensible, what inestimable benefits he confers upon his Neighbour, and what apparent Danger, he delivers him from, by being instrumental in his Reformation,
then good Men shall to save them alive? Shall the Drunkard and Lascivious Person be more diligent to draw others into the same excess of Riot, than the Chaste and Temperate, are to reclaim them from those Vices? This would be to Dishonour our Christian Profession,
then good Men shall to save them alive? Shall the Drunkard and Lascivious Person be more diligent to draw Others into the same excess of Riot, than the Chaste and Temperate, Are to reclaim them from those Vices? This would be to Dishonour our Christian Profession,
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Let us therefore follow the Example of the blessed Jesus, who made it his chief Business to reprove the World of sin, of Righteousness, and Judgment;
Let us Therefore follow the Exampl of the blessed jesus, who made it his chief Business to reprove the World of since, of Righteousness, and Judgement;
To Reprove our Neighbour is therefore the highest Instance of Charity, since hereby we design him the greatest good Imaginable, the Happiness both of Body and Soul. And this we should be the rather prevail'd upon to attempt; since,
To Reprove our Neighbour is Therefore the highest Instance of Charity, since hereby we Design him the greatest good Imaginable, the Happiness both of Body and Soul. And this we should be the rather prevailed upon to attempt; since,
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For most Men are apt to recriminate, and when they are touch'd to the quick themselves, they think to extenuate their Crimes, by finding fault with those who Reprov'd them,
For most Men Are apt to recriminate, and when they Are touched to the quick themselves, they think to extenuate their Crimes, by finding fault with those who Reproved them,
and since we are all weak and infirm Creatures, and subject to the like Passions with other Men, a most excellent use may be made of such Recriminations:
and since we Are all weak and infirm Creatures, and Subject to the like Passion with other Men, a most excellent use may be made of such Recriminations:
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thou that sayest a Man should not commit Adultery, dost thou commit Adultery, thou that abhorrest Idols, dost thou commit Sacrilege? 3. We shall Entitle our selves to a blessed Reward, He that saith to the Wicked Thou art Righteous, shall the people Curse, Nations shall abhor him: but to them that rebuke him shall be delight,
thou that Sayest a Man should not commit Adultery, dost thou commit Adultery, thou that Abhorrest Idols, dost thou commit Sacrilege? 3. We shall Entitle our selves to a blessed Reward, He that Says to the Wicked Thou art Righteous, shall the people Curse, nations shall abhor him: but to them that rebuke him shall be delight,
Have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them. And not to Reprove them will be accounted, to have fellowship with them.
Have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them. And not to Reprove them will be accounted, to have fellowship with them.
These are such weighty Considerations, and powerful Motives, as one would think should encourage every one to the Practice of this Duty, tho' never so Difficult.
These Are such weighty Considerations, and powerful Motives, as one would think should encourage every one to the Practice of this Duty, though never so Difficult.
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5. Observe such due Circumstances of Time and Place; as your Christian Prudence shall direct. 1. Be sure to propose to your self a good End in reproving others.
5. Observe such due circumstances of Time and Place; as your Christian Prudence shall Direct. 1. Be sure to propose to your self a good End in reproving Others.
If therefore we desire our Reproof should take place, we must be sure so to manage it, that the Person admonished, may look upon it as an Effect of our Love and Good-will, our sincere Desire to promote his Interest, rather than of any Advantage, we may propose to our selves by it,
If Therefore we desire our Reproof should take place, we must be sure so to manage it, that the Person admonished, may look upon it as an Effect of our Love and Goodwill, our sincere Desire to promote his Interest, rather than of any Advantage, we may propose to our selves by it,
An uncertain Rumor or common Fame (which is to frequently a common Lyar) is not a sufficient ground of Reproof, much less a groundless Surmise, or wide Conjecture:
an uncertain Rumor or Common Fame (which is to frequently a Common Liar) is not a sufficient ground of Reproof, much less a groundless Surmise, or wide Conjecture:
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that we want the most excellent of all Christian Vertues, which is the very Life and Soul of Christianity, I mean Love and Charity to our Neighbour, which as the Apostle tells us, Is not easily provok'd, thinketh no evil, beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things; (i.
that we want the most excellent of all Christian Virtues, which is the very Life and Soul of Christianity, I mean Love and Charity to our Neighbour, which as the Apostle tells us, Is not Easily provoked, Thinketh no evil, bears all things, Believeth all things, Hopes all things, Endureth all things; (i.
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e.) believeth and hopeth the best of every thing, and every Man. And this is a Grace so Essential to Christianity, that whosoever is destitute of it, may make what Pretences he pleases to Purity, Holiness,
e.) Believeth and Hopes the best of every thing, and every Man. And this is a Grace so Essential to Christianity, that whosoever is destitute of it, may make what Pretences he Pleases to Purity, Holiness,
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Yet for the most part it so falls out, that the Reproof of those Men, who are notoriously guilty of the same Crime, makes very little Impression upon us;
Yet for the most part it so falls out, that the Reproof of those Men, who Are notoriously guilty of the same Crime, makes very little Impression upon us;
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Brethren, (says the Apostle) if any Man be overtaken in a fault, you that are spiritual restore such an one in the spirit of Meekness, considering thy self least thou also be tempted.
Brothers, (Says the Apostle) if any Man be overtaken in a fault, you that Are spiritual restore such an one in the Spirit of Meekness, considering thy self lest thou also be tempted.
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Neither are all Persons to be treated after the same manner: Inferiours must be very careful how they behave themselves towards their Superiours and Governours;
Neither Are all Persons to be treated After the same manner: Inferiors must be very careful how they behave themselves towards their Superiors and Governors;
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by representing his Case to him in a Parable, and decently veiling his Reproof under the name of another Man. With our Equals and Inferiours, we may use greater Liberty and Freedom, only taking Care, that whilst we reprove the Vice we do not shew any distaste to the Person.
by representing his Case to him in a Parable, and decently veiling his Reproof under the name of Another Man. With our Equals and Inferiors, we may use greater Liberty and Freedom, only taking Care, that while we reprove the Vice we do not show any distaste to the Person.
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and therefore he commands his Worshippers, To declare his Glory among the Heathen, and his wonders among all the People, that all the Earth should sing unto the Lord,
and Therefore he commands his Worshippers, To declare his Glory among the Heathen, and his wonders among all the People, that all the Earth should sing unto the Lord,
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and to continue for ever, Ver. 1, 2, 3. In the following Verses he inforces this Duty of praising God, by some Arguments drawn from the Consideration of his glorious and wonderful Attributes;
and to continue for ever, Ver. 1, 2, 3. In the following Verses he enforces this Duty of praising God, by Some Arguments drawn from the Consideration of his glorious and wondered Attributes;
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and from thence he concludes, Ver. 7, 8, 9. That it was the Duty of all Men to frequent the place of God's Publick Worship, to Prostrate themselves before him,
and from thence he concludes, Ver. 7, 8, 9. That it was the Duty of all Men to frequent the place of God's Public Worship, to Prostrate themselves before him,
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And having in these words describ'd the Worship of God, after the manner of worshipping him under the Law, by approaching his Temple, and bringing a Sacrifice;
And having in these words described the Worship of God, After the manner of worshipping him under the Law, by approaching his Temple, and bringing a Sacrifice;
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1. That all Christians are oblig'd frequently to meet together for the performance of God's Publick Worship. By Worship I mean, that immediate Worship, which is offer'd up to God in his Sanctuary, that Publick Acknowledgment of his Government,
1. That all Christians Are obliged frequently to meet together for the performance of God's Public Worship. By Worship I mean, that immediate Worship, which is offered up to God in his Sanctuary, that Public Acknowledgment of his Government,
and Soveraignty over us, by the performance of those Duties, which are enjoyn'd us in the first Table, such as are praying to him, magnifying his Holy Name, hearing his Word, and receiving his Sacraments;
and Sovereignty over us, by the performance of those Duties, which Are enjoined us in the First Table, such as Are praying to him, magnifying his Holy Name, hearing his Word, and receiving his Sacraments;
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which Duties are in a peculiar manner call'd the Worship of God, because they have God for their immediate Object, they are address'd to him, and terminate in him:
which Duties Are in a peculiar manner called the Worship of God, Because they have God for their immediate Object, they Are addressed to him, and terminate in him:
The Command of worshipping God in the Text, was Originally given to the Jews; but hereby was denoted and typify'd to us, that more pure and spiritual Worship, which was to succeed that of the Jews, and was to be offer'd up unto God under the Gospel.
The Command of worshipping God in the Text, was Originally given to the jews; but hereby was denoted and typified to us, that more pure and spiritual Worship, which was to succeed that of the jews, and was to be offered up unto God under the Gospel.
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and particularly the Book of the Psalms, of which one of the Principal is this Command of Worshipping God in Publick, which is as obliging to us Christians,
and particularly the Book of the Psalms, of which one of the Principal is this Command of Worshipping God in Public, which is as obliging to us Christians,
The Light of Nature will teach us, that there is one first Cause of all things, who contains in himself all those Perfections, in the most eminent Degree, which he is pleas'd to communicate to inferiour Beings,
The Light of Nature will teach us, that there is one First Cause of all things, who contains in himself all those Perfections, in the most eminent Degree, which he is pleased to communicate to inferior Beings,
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And since 'tis natural for us to proportion our Esteem and Veneration of things, according to that Worth and Dignity we apprehend to be in them, it will from hence follow, that the Contemplation of these infinite Perfections, will require and ought to raise, our Praise and Adoration.
And since it's natural for us to proportion our Esteem and Veneration of things, according to that Worth and Dignity we apprehend to be in them, it will from hence follow, that the Contemplation of these infinite Perfections, will require and ought to raise, our Praise and Adoration.
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For we receive all that we have from him, and therefore we ought in the most solemn manner imaginable, to return him the Praise and Glory due unto his Holy Name:
For we receive all that we have from him, and Therefore we ought in the most solemn manner imaginable, to return him the Praise and Glory due unto his Holy Name:
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either of them will afford sufficient Motives, to oblige us to frequent the Publick Worship of God. For to what end can we imagine our reasonable Soul is plac'd in us? Why were our Bodies enlightned with this Ray of Divinity? But that we might be in a Capacity of considering,
either of them will afford sufficient Motives, to oblige us to frequent the Public Worship of God. For to what end can we imagine our reasonable Soul is placed in us? Why were our Bodies enlightened with this Ray of Divinity? But that we might be in a Capacity of considering,
but that we might joyn together in celebrating the Praises of our great Creator? And 'tis for this Reason, that the Psalmist calls the Tongue man's Glory; because the first and chief End of our Speech, was to Praise and Glorifie God.
but that we might join together in celebrating the Praises of our great Creator? And it's for this Reason, that the Psalmist calls the Tongue Man's Glory; Because the First and chief End of our Speech, was to Praise and glorify God.
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And therefore how wide soever Men of different Perswasions are, from one another in their Way and Manner of worshipping God (which proceeds from their different Notions of the Perfections of God) yet all Religions in the World centre and agree in this common Truth,
And Therefore how wide soever Men of different Persuasions Are, from one Another in their Way and Manner of worshipping God (which proceeds from their different Notions of the Perfections of God) yet all Religions in the World centre and agree in this Common Truth,
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and Principle, that the Worship of God ought to be Publick and Solemn. Publick Worship therefore is the Dictate of Nature, a Precept of universal and eternal Obligation:
and Principle, that the Worship of God ought to be Public and Solemn. Public Worship Therefore is the Dictate of Nature, a Precept of universal and Eternal Obligation:
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The Jews we know had a set and Solemn Worship dictated to them by God himself, they were under his immediate Guidance and Government, he was their God and their King too, their Civil and Religious Sanctions were blended together,
The jews we know had a Set and Solemn Worship dictated to them by God himself, they were under his immediate Guidance and Government, he was their God and their King too, their Civil and Religious Sanctions were blended together,
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yet all those Duties which were founded upon Moral and eternal Reasons (as Publick Worship is confess'd to be) were to continue to the end of the World.
yet all those Duties which were founded upon Moral and Eternal Reasons (as Public Worship is confessed to be) were to continue to the end of the World.
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And therefore our Saviour tells us, That he did not come to destroy the Law, but to fulfil it, (i. e.) he came to perform those things which were represented by the Types and Ceremonies of the Law, which having had their Completion in him, we might reasonably expect should pass away:
And Therefore our Saviour tells us, That he did not come to destroy the Law, but to fulfil it, (i. e.) he Come to perform those things which were represented by the Types and Ceremonies of the Law, which having had their Completion in him, we might reasonably expect should pass away:
To this end our Saviour instituted an Evangelical Priesthood, a particular Order of Men, invested with Authority to preach the Gospel to the whole World, to offer up Publick Prayers,
To this end our Saviour instituted an Evangelical Priesthood, a particular Order of Men, invested with authority to preach the Gospel to the Whole World, to offer up Public Prayers,
He therefore who neglects the Publick Worship of God (which is one of the Principal Institutions of the Christian Religion) doth in effect disown God's Authority, denies his Saviour,
He Therefore who neglects the Public Worship of God (which is one of the Principal Institutions of the Christian Religion) does in Effect disown God's authority, Denies his Saviour,
And therefore the Apostle so earnestly exhorts the Hebrews. Not to forsake the assembling of themselves together, as being one effectual Means to engage them to hold fast the Profession of their Faith, and to secure them from the Commission of that heinous and dangerous Sin, of Apostatizing from the Christian Religion.
And Therefore the Apostle so earnestly exhorts the Hebrews. Not to forsake the assembling of themselves together, as being one effectual Means to engage them to hold fast the Profession of their Faith, and to secure them from the Commission of that heinous and dangerous since, of Apostatizing from the Christian Religion.
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2. If we consider the Nature of Divine Worship, it will from thence appear, that to Worship God Publickly, is absolutely necessary, and our indispensible Duty.
2. If we Consider the Nature of Divine Worship, it will from thence appear, that to Worship God Publicly, is absolutely necessary, and our indispensible Duty.
For since Worship is an Acknowledgment of the Excellencies, and Perfections of that Being, whom we adore, 'tis evident that the more Publick this Acknowledgment is, the more perfect and acceptable is the Worship in the sight of God;
For since Worship is an Acknowledgment of the Excellencies, and Perfections of that Being, whom we adore, it's evident that the more Public this Acknowledgment is, the more perfect and acceptable is the Worship in the sighed of God;
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Now the Reason why we are oblig'd thus Publickly to acknowledge the Excellencies, and Perfections of God, is that we may hereby express the Sense of our poor, indigent,
Now the Reason why we Are obliged thus Publicly to acknowledge the Excellencies, and Perfections of God, is that we may hereby express the Sense of our poor, indigent,
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3. Consider the Benefits which accrue both to our selves and others, from the Publick Worship of God. We are Creatures naturally addicted to Imitation,
3. Consider the Benefits which accrue both to our selves and Others, from the Public Worship of God. We Are Creatures naturally addicted to Imitation,
or Custom, to look and gaze about them, or on some worse Design, been touch'd by a Coal from the Altar? how often have their Hearts glow'd within them,
or Custom, to look and gaze about them, or on Some Worse Design, been touched by a Coal from the Altar? how often have their Hearts glowed within them,
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and they have taken up serious and Solemn Resolutions, of serving and worshipping God better for the future? And I am perswaded were but these good Resolutions seconded, did not Men divert those good Thoughts,
and they have taken up serious and Solemn Resolutions, of serving and worshipping God better for the future? And I am persuaded were but these good Resolutions seconded, did not Men divert those good Thoughts,
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Innumerable are the Benefits which we receive, by joyning together in the Publick Offices of Religion; which every Pious and Devout Person is sensible of,
Innumerable Are the Benefits which we receive, by joining together in the Public Offices of Religion; which every Pious and Devout Person is sensible of,
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Who can declare the wonderful Blessings which God bestows on all such as delight in his Sanctuary? Here are those living waters, which allay the Thirst after sensual Enjoyments, that Bread which is the natural Food and Nourishment of our Souls:
Who can declare the wondered Blessings which God bestows on all such as delight in his Sanctuary? Here Are those living waters, which allay the Thirst After sensual Enjoyments, that Bred which is the natural Food and Nourishment of our Souls:
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God pours out a double Portion of his Holy Spirit, upon such as frequent his Ordinances, and our Saviour Christ has promis'd, that when two or three are gathered together, he will be in the midst of them.
God pours out a double Portion of his Holy Spirit, upon such as frequent his Ordinances, and our Saviour christ has promised, that when two or three Are gathered together, he will be in the midst of them.
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Who then would omit one opportunity of serving God in Publick? who would neglect to joyn himself to the Congregation of God's People one Lord's Day? when he knows not but he loses that Season of Grace, which would be most beneficial to his immortal Soul. Let us therefore neglect no opportunity of serving God,
Who then would omit one opportunity of serving God in Public? who would neglect to join himself to the Congregation of God's People one Lord's Day? when he knows not but he loses that Season of Grace, which would be most beneficial to his immortal Soul. Let us Therefore neglect no opportunity of serving God,
The poor impotent Man had lain a long while at the Pool of Bethesda, and yet had he been absent but that one time when our Saviour came thither, 'tis highly probable he had never been cur'd.
The poor impotent Man had lain a long while At the Pool of Bethesda, and yet had he been absent but that one time when our Saviour Come thither, it's highly probable he had never been cured.
but we shall not reap any Benefit by them, when they occasion the neglect of our Duty in Publick. When two Duties stand in Competition one with another, we ought to apply our Minds to that Duty, whereby most Glory will accrue to God, most Benefit to our Neighbour,
but we shall not reap any Benefit by them, when they occasion the neglect of our Duty in Public. When two Duties stand in Competition one with Another, we ought to apply our Minds to that Duty, whereby most Glory will accrue to God, most Benefit to our Neighbour,
And yet there is no necessity that either of them should be neglected; every good Christian will find convenient Times and Opportunities for both of them:
And yet there is no necessity that either of them should be neglected; every good Christian will find convenient Times and Opportunities for both of them:
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These are some few of those many Obligations, which ought to prevail with us, to give a constant Attendance on the Publick Worship of God. I proceed to shew,
These Are Some few of those many Obligations, which ought to prevail with us, to give a constant Attendance on the Public Worship of God. I proceed to show,
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That we may understand the full import of this Expression, it will be useful to consider, that the words in the Original are differently render'd by Interpreters:
That we may understand the full import of this Expression, it will be useful to Consider, that the words in the Original Are differently rendered by Interpreters:
Others chuse rather to render them, cum decenti Sanctimonio; which more plainly denotes, That Reverence and Decency of Behaviour, which certainly becomes every one, who speaks to the great Creator and Governour of the World.
Others choose rather to render them, cum decenti Sanctimonio; which more plainly denotes, That reverence and Decency of Behaviour, which Certainly becomes every one, who speaks to the great Creator and Governor of the World.
with reference to the Place, in which God was worship'd amongst the Jews; denoting to us, that the fittest Place for the Publick Worship of God, is that which is Consecrated and Dedicated to that Purpose:
with Referente to the Place, in which God was worshipped among the jews; denoting to us, that the Fittest Place for the Public Worship of God, is that which is Consecrated and Dedicated to that Purpose:
That God will afford his more immediate Presence in that Place, In which he has chosen to set his Name, and will there dispence to us the larger Effusions of his Grace.
That God will afford his more immediate Presence in that Place, In which he has chosen to Set his Name, and will there dispense to us the larger Effusions of his Grace.
I shall take in all these different Versions, and then they will give us the meaning of worshipping God in the Beauty of Holiness, in its utmost Latitude.
I shall take in all these different Versions, and then they will give us the meaning of worshipping God in the Beauty of Holiness, in its utmost Latitude.
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Which consists in these three things. I. In the good Disposition of our Souls. II. In the becoming and suitable Behaviour of our Bodies. III. In the Decency and Solemnity of those Circumstances, which attend our Worship.
Which consists in these three things. I In the good Disposition of our Souls. II In the becoming and suitable Behaviour of our Bodies. III. In the Decency and Solemnity of those circumstances, which attend our Worship.
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1. The Beauty of Holiness consists in the good Disposition of our Souls; when our Understandings are fill'd with gloriour Ideas of God's Power, Majesty, and Goodness;
1. The Beauty of Holiness consists in the good Disposition of our Souls; when our Understandings Are filled with gloriour Ideas of God's Power, Majesty, and goodness;
our Wills resign'd to his Divine Will; and our Affections drawn out after him; when the Consideration of his Majesty, produces an Holy Awe and Reverence in our Souls;
our Wills resigned to his Divine Will; and our Affections drawn out After him; when the Consideration of his Majesty, produces an Holy Awe and reverence in our Souls;
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but when the eternal Welfare of our Souls lies at stake, when we are Candidates for an everlasting Inheritance, we cannot be too earnest, we cannot be too Devout;
but when the Eternal Welfare of our Souls lies At stake, when we Are Candidates for an everlasting Inheritance, we cannot be too earnest, we cannot be too Devout;
when Religion had the Countenance of Publick Authority, and was in a flourishing Condition, to build Churches for the Publick Worship of God, to keep them in good Repair, to furnish them with such Ornaments, that the Worship of God may be perform'd orderly, decently,
when Religion had the Countenance of Public authority, and was in a flourishing Condition, to built Churches for the Public Worship of God, to keep them in good Repair, to furnish them with such Ornament, that the Worship of God may be performed orderly, decently,
and given to the Poor? To whom I answer in the words of a Learned Knight (which probably will give better Satisfaction, than if spoken from the mouth of a Clergy-man) Tho' the Ornaments (says he) of such places as are Dedicated to God's Service, ought to be rather Grave, than Pompous;
and given to the Poor? To whom I answer in the words of a Learned Knight (which probably will give better Satisfaction, than if spoken from the Mouth of a Clergyman) Though the Ornament (Says he) of such places as Are Dedicated to God's Service, ought to be rather Grave, than Pompous;
yet it could never sink into my Heart to imagine, that the allowance for furnishing them out, should be measur'd by the Scanty Rule of meer Necessity (a Proportion so low, that Nature it self has gone beyond it,
yet it could never sink into my Heart to imagine, that the allowance for furnishing them out, should be measured by the Scanty Rule of mere Necessity (a Proportion so low, that Nature it self has gone beyond it,
even in the most ignoble Creature) or that God has enrich'd this lower World, with such wonderful Variety of things, Beautiful and Glorious, that they might serve only for the pampering mortal Man in his Pride;
even in the most ignoble Creature) or that God has enriched this lower World, with such wondered Variety of things, Beautiful and Glorious, that they might serve only for the pampering Mortal Man in his Pride;
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and tells us, Moreover because I have set my Affection to the house of my God, I have of my own proper Goods, of gold and silver, which I have given to the house of my God, over and above all that I have prepared for the holy house,
and tells us, Moreover Because I have Set my Affection to the house of my God, I have of my own proper Goods, of gold and silver, which I have given to the house of my God, over and above all that I have prepared for the holy house,
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yet for Beauty, and Magnificency was the wonder of the whole World. And thus 'twas not only under the Law, but from the first planting of Christianity;
yet for Beauty, and Magnificency was the wonder of the Whole World. And thus 'twas not only under the Law, but from the First planting of Christianity;
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and Beautified, under Maximinus: The Historian tells us, That the Hearts of all Men were fill'd with a Divine Joy, to see those Churches rais'd to a greater heighth,
and Beautified, under Maximinus: The Historian tells us, That the Hearts of all Men were filled with a Divine Joy, to see those Churches raised to a greater height,
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and adorn'd with a more splendid Magnificency, than their first Founders had bestow'd upon them. 'Tis plain to any one who consults Ecclesiastical History, that as the Christian Religion encreas'd,
and adorned with a more splendid Magnificency, than their First Founders had bestowed upon them. It's plain to any one who consults Ecclesiastical History, that as the Christian Religion increased,
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and Kings and Emperors became the nursing Fathers of the Church; more stately and magnificent Structures were built, and Dedicated to the Service of God:
and Kings and Emperor's became the nursing Father's of the Church; more stately and magnificent Structures were built, and Dedicated to the Service of God:
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but then 'twas only comparatively, when there was so much laid out upon these Structures, that there was nothing left to bestow on the living Temples of the Lord;
but then 'twas only comparatively, when there was so much laid out upon these Structures, that there was nothing left to bestow on the living Temples of the Lord;
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and they had such a mistaken Zeal for adorning Churches, that they starv'd the Poor; and did not provide a competent Allowance for those who serv'd at the Altar.
and they had such a mistaken Zeal for adorning Churches, that they starved the Poor; and did not provide a competent Allowance for those who served At the Altar.
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And now what remains, but that we who profess our selves Members of the Church of England, endeavour to adorn our Profession by a diligent and constant Attendance on the Publick Offices of Religion, by a due Preparation of our Minds for these Holy Duties,
And now what remains, but that we who profess our selves Members of the Church of England, endeavour to adorn our Profession by a diligent and constant Attendance on the Public Offices of Religion, by a due Preparation of our Minds for these Holy Duties,
and a devout Comportment of our selves in the performance of them, and a Filial regard to all those Devout Rites and Solemnities enjoyn'd us by our Superiours:
and a devout Comportment of our selves in the performance of them, and a Filial regard to all those Devout Rites and Solemnities enjoined us by our Superiors:
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That so we who are now Members of the Church Militant, may as far as the frailty of our Condition will permit, resemble that hidden Dignity and Glory, wherewith the Church Triumphant in Heaven is glorified, and Worship our God in the Beauty of Holiness.
That so we who Are now Members of the Church Militant, may as Far as the frailty of our Condition will permit, resemble that hidden Dignity and Glory, wherewith the Church Triumphant in Heaven is glorified, and Worship our God in the Beauty of Holiness.
THE latter part of this Chapter is a Recapitulation of several Truths deliver'd in the Body of this Epistle, between which there is no strict Connection,
THE latter part of this Chapter is a Recapitulation of several Truths Delivered in the Body of this Epistle, between which there is no strict Connection,
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nor is there any Reason from the Scope and Coherence of the words to translate it so, I shall rather chuse with the Generality of Interpreters, to follow the vulgar Translation,
nor is there any Reason from the Scope and Coherence of the words to translate it so, I shall rather choose with the Generality of Interpreters, to follow the Vulgar translation,
and therefore my present Enquiry shall be, What those Actions and Practices are which have the appearance of Evil, and from which we are commanded to Abstain. That I may give a more plain and satisfactory Answer to this Question:
and Therefore my present Enquiry shall be, What those Actions and Practices Are which have the appearance of Evil, and from which we Are commanded to Abstain. That I may give a more plain and satisfactory Answer to this Question:
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First, Taken absolutely, they may be resolv'd into this Proposition. That we must not do any Action, which either really is, or has the Blush, or appearance of Evil.
First, Taken absolutely, they may be resolved into this Proposition. That we must not do any Actium, which either really is, or has the Blush, or appearance of Evil.
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remembring that at the last day, every idle word must be accounted for, and that in God's Book, all the Thoughts and Intents of our Hearts are recorded.
remembering that At the last day, every idle word must be accounted for, and that in God's Book, all the Thoughts and Intents of our Hearts Are recorded.
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Sins committed wilfully and presumptuously, are more hateful to God, wast the Conscience more, and by consequence are more dangerous to the safety of our Souls,
Sins committed wilfully and presumptuously, Are more hateful to God, wast the Conscience more, and by consequence Are more dangerous to the safety of our Souls,
a small Injury done on purpose, to vilifie and reproach us, is resented more heinously, than when we sustain a greater Damage thro' the Folly and Inadvertency of our Neighbour;
a small Injury done on purpose, to vilify and reproach us, is resented more heinously, than when we sustain a greater Damage through the Folly and Inadvertency of our Neighbour;
and therefore we have Reason to conclude, That the least Sin willfully committed, and obstinately persevered in, will deprive us utterly of God's Favour and Protection.
and Therefore we have Reason to conclude, That the least since wilfully committed, and obstinately persevered in, will deprive us utterly of God's Favour and Protection.
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For we are told, That whatsoever is not of Faith is sin (i. e.) whosoever doth any Action without that perswasion and assurance of Mind, of the Lawfulness of his doings (which is here call'd Faith) he sins in so doing.
For we Are told, That whatsoever is not of Faith is since (i. e.) whosoever does any Actium without that persuasion and assurance of Mind, of the Lawfulness of his doings (which is Here called Faith) he Sins in so doing.
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they are only the hands which are to execute what the Head Commands, and if the Action is not plainly Contradictory to the known Laws of God or the Land, they ought to Obey:
they Are only the hands which Are to execute what the Head Commands, and if the Actium is not plainly Contradictory to the known Laws of God or the Land, they ought to Obey:
Their Superiours will be answerable for all the lesser Defects, whilst there will be great Allowances made to that Man, who for the maintenance of Order and Discipline, Peace and Charity, not only Sacrifices his own private Opinions,
Their Superiors will be answerable for all the lesser Defects, while there will be great Allowances made to that Man, who for the maintenance of Order and Discipline, Peace and Charity, not only Sacrifices his own private Opinions,
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For he that wills the Cause, wills the necessary Effects, and Consequences which follow thereupon; he that exposes himself to Temptation is Blame-worthy, tho' he doth not fall into it, nor is overpower'd thereby.
For he that wills the Cause, wills the necessary Effects, and Consequences which follow thereupon; he that exposes himself to Temptation is Blameworthy, though he does not fallen into it, nor is overpowered thereby.
'Tis the Business and Duty of a reasonable Being, by reflecting on its past Actions, to collect from thence, what will be the necessary Effects and Consequences of things;
It's the Business and Duty of a reasonable Being, by reflecting on its past Actions, to collect from thence, what will be the necessary Effects and Consequences of things;
and let him take up the Resolution of the Psalmist, I will set no wicked thing before mine Eyes, I will remove far from me all such Objects and Examples, Shews and Appearances,
and let him take up the Resolution of the Psalmist, I will Set no wicked thing before mine Eyes, I will remove Far from me all such Objects and Examples, Shows and Appearances,
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for 'tis impossible that he should retain them long the•e, and not be burnt: Anger maintain'd and encourag'd turns naturally either into Fury, or Malice;
for it's impossible that he should retain them long the•e, and not be burned: Anger maintained and encouraged turns naturally either into Fury, or Malice;
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and when once it degenerates into either of these Devilish Tempers of Mind, who knows what will be the mischievous Effects of it? That spark which might easily have been suppress'd, will be ungovernable when blown up into a Flame;
and when once it Degenerates into either of these Devilish Tempers of Mind, who knows what will be the mischievous Effects of it? That spark which might Easily have been suppressed, will be ungovernable when blown up into a Flame;
let him give himself up to Fasting and Prayer, and use such wholsome Mortifications, as may bring his Appetites into Subjection to the reasonable Powers of his Soul. If Drunkenness is his darling Vice, let him not look upon the wine when it is red,
let him give himself up to Fasting and Prayer, and use such wholesome Mortifications, as may bring his Appetites into Subjection to the reasonable Powers of his Soul. If drunkenness is his darling Vice, let him not look upon the wine when it is read,
Let him put a knife to his throat (in Solomons phrase) when he is in pleasant and agreeable Company, (i. e.) consider the Danger he is in of abusing those Blessings of God to Intemperance and Luxury, which were design'd for his Comfort and Support;
Let him put a knife to his throat (in Solomons phrase) when he is in pleasant and agreeable Company, (i. e.) Consider the Danger he is in of abusing those Blessings of God to Intemperance and Luxury, which were designed for his Comfort and Support;
Thus we find that Joseph being sollicited by his Lascivious Mistress, to defile his Master's Bed, would not so much as hearken unto her, or tarry with her in the house.
Thus we find that Joseph being solicited by his Lascivious Mistress, to defile his Masters Bed, would not so much as harken unto her, or tarry with her in the house.
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lest they should covet the forbidden Fruit. Very remarkable is the Example of that excellent Emperour Theodosius, who being betray'd to some rash and sinful Actions by the sudden transports of his Passion, oblig'd himself never to execute any matter of moment, till he had first repeated the Lord's Prayer;
lest they should covet the forbidden Fruit. Very remarkable is the Exampl of that excellent Emperor Theodosius, who being betrayed to Some rash and sinful Actions by the sudden transports of his Passion, obliged himself never to execute any matter of moment, till he had First repeated the Lord's Prayer;
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And now having endeavour'd to state this Question, how we ought to abstain from all appearance of Evil in matters Practical, in Relation to our selves, I shall proceed to shew,
And now having endeavoured to state this Question, how we ought to abstain from all appearance of Evil in matters Practical, in Relation to our selves, I shall proceed to show,
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and our great Business in this World, next to the Salvation of our own Souls, is the being beneficial to our Neighbour, and the endeavouring by all ways possible to promote his Spiritual and Temporal welfare;
and our great Business in this World, next to the Salvation of our own Souls, is the being beneficial to our Neighbour, and the endeavouring by all ways possible to promote his Spiritual and Temporal welfare;
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For since every Man has a share in the good of that Society in which he lives, whatsoever benefit accrues to the Community, must in the end redound upon every particular Member of it;
For since every Man has a share in the good of that Society in which he lives, whatsoever benefit accrues to the Community, must in the end redound upon every particular Member of it;
For a good Man one would even dare to die (says the Apostle.) Goodness or a Charitable disposition towards our Neighbour (i. e.) an Inclination to do all the Good we are able to all Men, is a Temper of Mind, which carries such endearing Charms along with it, that a Man would rather venture his own Life,
For a good Man one would even Dare to die (Says the Apostle.) goodness or a Charitable disposition towards our Neighbour (i. e.) an Inclination to do all the Good we Are able to all Men, is a Temper of Mind, which carries such endearing Charms along with it, that a Man would rather venture his own Life,
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and administring to all the Necessities of our Brother, and expending in works of Charity, whatsoever we have more than will make a comfortable Provision for our selves and Families, according to that Station and Condition in which God has plac'd us in the World.
and administering to all the Necessities of our Brother, and expending in works of Charity, whatsoever we have more than will make a comfortable Provision for our selves and Families, according to that Station and Condition in which God has placed us in the World.
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This is a Duty laid down negatively in the Text. We must abstain from all appearance of Evil. (i.e.) We must set so strict a Watch over all our Words and Actions, that we neither speak nor Act any thing which may be to the Prejudice, or Offence of our Brother:
This is a Duty laid down negatively in the Text. We must abstain from all appearance of Evil. (i.e.) We must Set so strict a Watch over all our Words and Actions, that we neither speak nor Act any thing which may be to the Prejudice, or Offence of our Brother:
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he is better pleas'd with Mercy ( i. e. doing good to our Neighbour,) than with Sacrifice: A Duty which even the worst of Men, those who seem to have cast off all Fear of God,
he is better pleased with Mercy (i. e. doing good to our Neighbour,) than with Sacrifice: A Duty which even the worst of Men, those who seem to have cast off all fear of God,
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For a Sense and Principle of Honour, is sufficient to engage Men to bear a sincere Affection to their Countrey and their Friend, to be just and faithful in their Dealings,
For a Sense and Principle of Honour, is sufficient to engage Men to bear a sincere Affection to their Country and their Friend, to be just and faithful in their Dealings,
he has chalk'd out to us the plain Path of Integrity and Honesty, and has plac'd a Monitor within us, which continually gives us this Advice, This is the way walk therein;
he has chalked out to us the plain Path of Integrity and Honesty, and has placed a Monitor within us, which continually gives us this advice, This is the Way walk therein;
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It highly derogates from the Honour of an absolutely good and all powerful Being to fansie, that he cannot bring about his Designs by just and lawful means;
It highly derogates from the Honour of an absolutely good and all powerful Being to fancy, that he cannot bring about his Designs by just and lawful means;
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and 'tis the great Wisdom of a good Man to manage and husband wisely the Opportunities of doing good, that every Duty may be perform'd in its proper time and place;
and it's the great Wisdom of a good Man to manage and husband wisely the Opportunities of doing good, that every Duty may be performed in its proper time and place;
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This is the meaning of that excellent Rule of the Schools, Affirmativa praecepta obligant semper, sed non ad semper, (i. e.) though the positive Commands of God are always obliging, yet they do not always limit us to the present time of performing them.
This is the meaning of that excellent Rule of the Schools, Affirmative praecepta obligant semper, sed non ad semper, (i. e.) though the positive Commands of God Are always obliging, yet they do not always limit us to the present time of performing them.
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and to leave the Correction of them till some other Opportunity, when we have the Prospect of doing more good by it, herein following the Advice of our Blessed Saviour, Give not that which is holy unto Dogs,
and to leave the Correction of them till Some other Opportunity, when we have the Prospect of doing more good by it, herein following the advice of our Blessed Saviour, Give not that which is holy unto Dogs,
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But when this End is so far from being obtain'd by the Publick Distribution of our Alms, that it gives others occasion to believe that we are Proud and Vain-glorious,
But when this End is so Far from being obtained by the Public Distribution of our Alms, that it gives Others occasion to believe that we Are Proud and Vainglorious,
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For though every Man is the nearest to himself, and that first Principle of self Preservation engages us in the first place to consult our Good and Happiness;
For though every Man is the nearest to himself, and that First Principle of self Preservation engages us in the First place to consult our Good and Happiness;
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yet where some great benefit will accrue to my Neighbour, by an Action which brings to me only some inconsiderable Loss and Detriment, I ought to remove the Consideration of my own Advantage, to make room for the greater Good of my Neighbour:
yet where Some great benefit will accrue to my Neighbour, by an Actium which brings to me only Some inconsiderable Loss and Detriment, I ought to remove the Consideration of my own Advantage, to make room for the greater Good of my Neighbour:
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And so on the other hand, when I foresee that my Neighbour will receive any prejudice by any indifferent Action of mine ( i. e. by any Action which I am no ways oblig'd either to do,
And so on the other hand, when I foresee that my Neighbour will receive any prejudice by any indifferent Actium of mine (i. e. by any Actium which I am no ways obliged either to do,
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Now because this is a general Rule which will admit of some Difficulty in the Application of it, I shall endeavour to give some more particular Directions for the Government of our Practice herein. And,
Now Because this is a general Rule which will admit of Some Difficulty in the Application of it, I shall endeavour to give Some more particular Directions for the Government of our Practice herein. And,
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Innocent and harmless Recreations are certainly indifferent Actions, but when the spending our time in these Recreations, will occasion the neglect of our Duty, either to God or Man;
Innocent and harmless Recreations Are Certainly indifferent Actions, but when the spending our time in these Recreations, will occasion the neglect of our Duty, either to God or Man;
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and to pray by them, that by the remembrance of their holy Lives, and patient and courageous Deaths, their Zeal might be kindled, their Devotions render'd more fervent,
and to pray by them, that by the remembrance of their holy Lives, and patient and courageous Death's, their Zeal might be kindled, their Devotions rendered more fervent,
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and therefore St. Paul commands that they should give them no offence, which Beza Interprets, Ne quidpiam ad quod possint impingere, &c. (i. e.) that those who thought it lawful to eat these Meats;
and Therefore Saint Paul commands that they should give them no offence, which Beza Interprets, Ne quidpiam ad quod possint impingere, etc. (i. e.) that those who Thought it lawful to eat these Meats;
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Lastly, We ought to govern our selves after such a manner in all our indifferent Actions, that we may recommend our selves to the good Opinion of our Neighbour,
Lastly, We ought to govern our selves After such a manner in all our indifferent Actions, that we may recommend our selves to the good Opinion of our Neighbour,
and where they fall short, our Christian Prudence will be the best Guide and Director, hereby following the Example of the Apostles of our Saviour Christ, who did not live themselves up to any particular Rule,
and where they fallen short, our Christian Prudence will be the best Guide and Director, hereby following the Exampl of the Apostles of our Saviour christ, who did not live themselves up to any particular Rule,
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If therefore we have to deal with such, as having had leisure, and parts, and Opportunity to examine things, may reasonably be thought to dissent from us, our of Interest and Design,
If Therefore we have to deal with such, as having had leisure, and parts, and Opportunity to examine things, may reasonably be Thought to dissent from us, our of Interest and Design,
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my Advice is to stand fast in that Liberty with which Christ has made us free, least by any mean and undue Compliances we should confirm the Erroneous, shake the Faithful, encourage the Adversary,
my advice is to stand fast in that Liberty with which christ has made us free, lest by any mean and undue Compliances we should confirm the Erroneous, shake the Faithful, encourage the Adversary,
And if we must still differ in smaller Matters, let us love as Brethren: If we cannot be of one Mind and of one Opinion, Yet let us be all of one Heart and of one Soul. Amen and Amen.
And if we must still differ in smaller Matters, let us love as Brothers: If we cannot be of one Mind and of one Opinion, Yet let us be all of one Heart and of one Soul. Amen and Amen.
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THE Design of the Royal Preacher in these Words, is to perswade his Hearers, to approach with humble Reverence, both of Body and Soul, into God's immediate Presence,
THE Design of the Royal Preacher in these Words, is to persuade his Hearers, to approach with humble reverence, both of Body and Soul, into God's immediate Presence,
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to come into his House with •ouls affected with awful and reverential Apprehensions of his Divine Majesty, with open Ears and obedient Hearts, disposed to do whatsoever he commands them.
to come into his House with •ouls affected with awful and reverential Apprehensions of his Divine Majesty, with open Ears and obedient Hearts, disposed to do whatsoever he commands them.
e.) Prepare and fit thy self to partake of these holy Ordinances, compose thy Mind and thy Body to a Behaviour suitable to the Dignity of those Duties thou art about,
e.) Prepare and fit thy self to partake of these holy Ordinances, compose thy Mind and thy Body to a Behaviour suitable to the Dignity of those Duties thou art about,
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The Expression is a plain Allusion to the Custom of the Eastern Countries, of plucking off their Shooes when they made any Profession of solemn Respect,
The Expression is a plain Allusion to the Custom of the Eastern Countries, of plucking off their Shoes when they made any Profession of solemn Respect,
Of these Customs we have several Instances in the holy Scriptures, when God appeared unto Moses in the Bush, he commanded him to put his shooes from off his feet,
Of these Customs we have several Instances in the holy Scriptures, when God appeared unto Moses in the Bush, he commanded him to put his shoes from off his feet,
So that Keeping the feet is a very proper Expression to denote that Respect and Veneration, that Humility of Mind, which is a requisite Qualification for every devout Worshipper, who enters into the House of God,
So that Keeping the feet is a very proper Expression to denote that Respect and Veneration, that Humility of Mind, which is a requisite Qualification for every devout Worshipper, who enters into the House of God,
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Keep thy feet when thou goest into the House of God, or (as the Original may be rendred) when thou comest into the House of God, which denotes to us, both how we ought to Prepare our selves before we come to the place of God's Publick Worship,
Keep thy feet when thou goest into the House of God, or (as the Original may be rendered) when thou Comest into the House of God, which denotes to us, both how we ought to Prepare our selves before we come to the place of God's Public Worship,
and an obedient Heart along with thee, with which God will be better pleas'd, than with those Sacrifices whereby wicked Men think (tho' very foolishly) to appease the Anger of God,
and an obedient Heart along with thee, with which God will be better pleased, than with those Sacrifices whereby wicked Men think (though very foolishly) to appease the Anger of God,
for they consider not that they do Evil, they do not consider that God has openly declar'd, That he hates and abhors the Sacrifices of such Men, who offer them up with unclean hands, and an impure heart;
for they Consider not that they do Evil, they do not Consider that God has openly declared, That he hates and abhors the Sacrifices of such Men, who offer them up with unclean hands, and an impure heart;
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such as those who think that their Attendance upon the publick Offices of Religion, will atone and make amends for the wickedness and immorality of their Lives:
such as those who think that their Attendance upon the public Offices of Religion, will atone and make amends for the wickedness and immorality of their Lives:
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For our Edifying and receiving benefit by the Publick Duties of Religion, in a great measure depends on a due Preparation for them, 'tis to no Purpose to sow the good seed of the Word, unless our Hearts are manur'd and cultivated, Prepar'd and dispos'd to receive it.
For our Edifying and receiving benefit by the Public Duties of Religion, in a great measure depends on a due Preparation for them, it's to no Purpose to sow the good seed of the Word, unless our Hearts Are manured and cultivated, Prepared and disposed to receive it.
Our Prayers will be turn'd into Sin, if whilst we speak to God with our lips, our hearts are far from him, nor will our receiving the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper be of any use to us;
Our Prayers will be turned into since, if while we speak to God with our lips, our hearts Are Far from him, nor will our receiving the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper be of any use to us;
and hear his Holy Word without any Preparation at all, as if the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was the only Duty of Religion, which required Care in the performance of it.
and hear his Holy Word without any Preparation At all, as if the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was the only Duty of Religion, which required Care in the performance of it.
but because they do not bring prepared Minds, and good Dispositions along with them; their Thoughts are taken up with worldly Affairs, their Hearts are fill'd with corrupt Affections,
but Because they do not bring prepared Minds, and good Dispositions along with them; their Thoughts Are taken up with worldly Affairs, their Hearts Are filled with corrupt Affections,
and many wicked and impure Spirits have taken Possession of their Souls, and then no wonder, that the Holy Spirit of God doth not take up his abode with them,
and many wicked and impure Spirits have taken Possession of their Souls, and then no wonder, that the Holy Spirit of God does not take up his Abided with them,
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Let us consider, that at the same time the Sun salutes our Eyes, and refresheth our Bodies with his comfortable Beams, The sun of Righteousness doth arise with healing in his wings, and makes us the Overtures of some peculiar Favours:
Let us Consider, that At the same time the Sun salutes our Eyes, and refresheth our Bodies with his comfortable Beams, The sun of Righteousness does arise with healing in his wings, and makes us the Overtures of Some peculiar Favours:
and to give them the Liberty of entring his Courts, appearing before his Throne, admiring his Excellencies, adoring his Perfections, celebrating his Praises,
and to give them the Liberty of entering his Courts, appearing before his Throne, admiring his Excellencies, adoring his Perfections, celebrating his Praises,
and that therefore 'tis both our Duty and Interest to improve these Seasons of Grace, to Prepare our selves to meet our God, and not only to put our Bodies into a Decent and becoming Dress,
and that Therefore it's both our Duty and Interest to improve these Seasons of Grace, to Prepare our selves to meet our God, and not only to put our Bodies into a Decent and becoming Dress,
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it will be necessary to prostrate our selves before the Throne of his Grace, and to beseech God, Who is the Author and Giver of every good and perfect Gift, that he will inspire our Hearts with holy Dispositions,
it will be necessary to prostrate our selves before the Throne of his Grace, and to beseech God, Who is the Author and Giver of every good and perfect Gift, that he will inspire our Hearts with holy Dispositions,
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and afford us the Assistance of his Holy Spirit, to enable us to cast out of our Minds, all vain and worldly Thoughts, to subdue all Carnal and corrupt Affections,
and afford us the Assistance of his Holy Spirit, to enable us to cast out of our Minds, all vain and worldly Thoughts, to subdue all Carnal and corrupt Affections,
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That he would teach us to Pray with Fervency, and an holy Assurance that all our Requests (which are conformable to the Will of God) shall be granted us;
That he would teach us to Pray with Fervency, and an holy Assurance that all our Requests (which Are conformable to the Will of God) shall be granted us;
and to Praise him with gladness and cheerfulness of Soul, with Hearts fill'd with the grateful Resentments of his Benefits, and Loving kindness towards us.
and to Praise him with gladness and cheerfulness of Soul, with Hearts filled with the grateful Resentments of his Benefits, and Loving kindness towards us.
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how well we have perform'd those Resolutions which we have formerly taken up, what Sins we have since been guilty of, what good Duties we have omitted,
how well we have performed those Resolutions which we have formerly taken up, what Sins we have since been guilty of, what good Duties we have omitted,
for 'tis highly reasonable to believe that Self-Examination is a Duty in some Degree as absolutely necessary to be perform'd before we attend God's Publick Worship;
for it's highly reasonable to believe that Self-Examination is a Duty in Some Degree as absolutely necessary to be performed before we attend God's Public Worship;
So when they frequent the House of God, and attend upon his Ordinances carelesly and negligently, they grieve God's Holy Spirit, provoke him to leave and forsake them, to give them up to hardness of Heart, and a reprobate Mind;
So when they frequent the House of God, and attend upon his Ordinances carelessly and negligently, they grieve God's Holy Spirit, provoke him to leave and forsake them, to give them up to hardness of Heart, and a Reprobate Mind;
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God doth not now always punish Prophaneness and Coldness in our Devotions, with temporal Evils, and sickness in the Body, as formerly in the Primitive Church:
God does not now always Punish Profaneness and Coldness in our Devotions, with temporal Evils, and sickness in the Body, as formerly in the Primitive Church:
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Every unsanctify'd approach which we make unto him, renders us more cold and indifferent in our Devotions, till at last i• leads us by degrees into open Prophaneness and Atheism.
Every unsanctified approach which we make unto him, renders us more cold and indifferent in our Devotions, till At last i• leads us by Degrees into open Profaneness and Atheism.
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How dreadful is this place, this is certainly the place where the Lord dwells? I am now going to the House of God, to appear before the Lord Almighty, who has my Soul in his hand,
How dreadful is this place, this is Certainly the place where the Lord dwells? I am now going to the House of God, to appear before the Lord Almighty, who has my Soul in his hand,
2. The Gesture of our Bodies. God is a Spirit and will be worshipped in Spirit and in Truth, (i. e.) requires principally, and in the first place the Worship of our Souls, and then that of our Bodies.
2. The Gesture of our Bodies. God is a Spirit and will be worshipped in Spirit and in Truth, (i. e.) requires principally, and in the First place the Worship of our Souls, and then that of our Bodies.
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whilst we are praying to God for those Blessings we stand in need of, or praising him for those we have received, we must either be meditating on the God we Worship,
while we Are praying to God for those Blessings we stand in need of, or praising him for those we have received, we must either be meditating on the God we Worship,
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For since Worship is the Acknowledgment of those Excellencies and Perfections which are in the Divine Nature, 'tis impossible we should have any serious Sense,
For since Worship is the Acknowledgment of those Excellencies and Perfections which Are in the Divine Nature, it's impossible we should have any serious Sense,
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as admire and acknowledge those Excellencies we never thought on or consider'd. For to serve God with our Mouths, when our Thoughts are wandring some where else,
as admire and acknowledge those Excellencies we never Thought on or considered. For to serve God with our Mouths, when our Thoughts Are wandering Some where Else,
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'Tis therefore one of the principal Devices of the Devil, of which we ought not to be ignorant, to excite and stir up vain Thoughts in our Minds, during the time of Divine Worship, to divert them upon worldly and sinful Objects,
It's Therefore one of the principal Devices of the devil, of which we ought not to be ignorant, to excite and stir up vain Thoughts in our Minds, during the time of Divine Worship, to divert them upon worldly and sinful Objects,
But 'tis then only they are faulty, when their Will closes with them, when they do not make Use of the most proper means to prevent them, (i. e.) A due and conscientious Preparation of their Hearts for Religious Duties;
But it's then only they Are faulty, when their Will closes with them, when they do not make Use of the most proper means to prevent them, (i. e.) A due and conscientious Preparation of their Hearts for Religious Duties;
These are the Employments of Saints and Angels above, and will create a kind of Heaven in every good Man's breast, whose Mind is taken up with such glorious Conceptions, and joyful Resentments as these.
These Are the Employments of Saints and Angels above, and will create a kind of Heaven in every good Man's breast, whose Mind is taken up with such glorious Conceptions, and joyful Resentments as these.
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Which made him chuse rather, to spend one day in God's Courts, than a thousand else-where. Let us therefore Worship the Lord our God with all our heart,
Which made him choose rather, to spend one day in God's Courts, than a thousand elsewhere. Let us Therefore Worship the Lord our God with all our heart,
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they are enjoyn'd us as helps and means to assist us, To direct our Conversations aright, and that hereby we may be the better enabled to live up to the Rules of Reason and Religion.
they Are enjoined us as helps and means to assist us, To Direct our Conversations aright, and that hereby we may be the better enabled to live up to the Rules of Reason and Religion.
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I might instance in all the other Duties of instituted Religion, but from what I have already said it plainly appears, That all the parts of Publick Worship do directly tend to make Men more Holy in this Life, in order to make them more Happy in that which is to come;
I might instance in all the other Duties of instituted Religion, but from what I have already said it plainly appears, That all the parts of Public Worship do directly tend to make Men more Holy in this Life, in order to make them more Happy in that which is to come;
that it consists in the Attention of our Thoughts, the Intention of our Minds, and the Harmony of our Wills with God's Divine Will. I come to consider,
that it consists in the Attention of our Thoughts, the Intention of our Minds, and the Harmony of our Wills with God's Divine Will. I come to Consider,
For since our Bodies, as well as our Souls were the Workmanship of his hands, 'tis but highly reasonable we should pay him the Homage of them, and serve him also with our Bodies which are his.
For since our Bodies, as well as our Souls were the Workmanship of his hands, it's but highly reasonable we should pay him the Homage of them, and serve him also with our Bodies which Are his.
1. Why should we believe those Men will Worship God with their Souls and Spirits, who will not Worship him with their Bodies? If they will not do so easie a thing,
1. Why should we believe those Men will Worship God with their Souls and Spirits, who will not Worship him with their Bodies? If they will not do so easy a thing,
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as to comport their selves decently and affectionately, during the time of Divine Service, 'tis not probable that they should perform, that which is far more difficult, to Worship him with Intention of Soul, and Ardency of Affection.
as to comport their selves decently and affectionately, during the time of Divine Service, it's not probable that they should perform, that which is Far more difficult, to Worship him with Intention of Soul, and Ardency of Affection.
It requires their utmost Diligence and Application, to keep their Minds attentive, and to go along with the Congregation in all the parts of Publick Worship, which these Men will never take the Pains to perform, who both by their Looks and Gestures declare, That their Minds are in some other place,
It requires their utmost Diligence and Application, to keep their Minds attentive, and to go along with the Congregation in all the parts of Public Worship, which these Men will never take the Pains to perform, who both by their Looks and Gestures declare, That their Minds Are in Some other place,
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A multitude of needless and insignificant Ceremonies, such as are enjoyn'd in the Church of Rome, tend to divert our Minds from the business we are about,
A multitude of needless and insignificant Ceremonies, such as Are enjoined in the Church of Rome, tend to divert our Minds from the business we Are about,
'tis only a devout and reverential Deportment of our selves I would inforce, a behaving our selves with that Decency and Uniformity our Church prescribes, that Gravity and Seriousness, that humble Prostration of our Bodies and Souls, which becomes Men who are in the immediate Presence of the great God of Heaven and Earth.
it's only a devout and reverential Deportment of our selves I would enforce, a behaving our selves with that Decency and Uniformity our Church prescribes, that Gravity and Seriousness, that humble Prostration of our Bodies and Souls, which becomes Men who Are in the immediate Presence of the great God of Heaven and Earth.
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and the Sense of that infinite distance which is between the Creator and his poor Creatures, who continually depend upon him for every thing they enjoy;
and the Sense of that infinite distance which is between the Creator and his poor Creatures, who continually depend upon him for every thing they enjoy;
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we may as well think to carry Fire in our Bosoms, and not be burn'd, as to contain our selves from discovering the Sentiments of our Minds, by visible Demonstrations.
we may as well think to carry Fire in our Bosoms, and not be burned, as to contain our selves from discovering the Sentiments of our Minds, by visible Demonstrations.
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And therefore 'tis worth our Observation, That there never was any man deservedly eminent for Piety and Devotion, who did not joyn Bodily Worship with his mental Adorations.
And Therefore it's worth our Observation, That there never was any man deservedly eminent for Piety and Devotion, who did not join Bodily Worship with his mental Adorations.
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Did God appear in our Churches in a visible manner, as formerly he did in the Congregation of the Jews, there is no question but that the Dread of his glorious Majesty, would put every one of us into the most humble and devout Postures;
Did God appear in our Churches in a visible manner, as formerly he did in the Congregation of the jews, there is no question but that the Dread of his glorious Majesty, would put every one of us into the most humble and devout Postures;
let us not give up our Minds to our secular Affairs, and worldly Thoughts, as soon as ever Divine Service is ended, much less should we let loose our Thoughts to Pastimes and Recreations,
let us not give up our Minds to our secular Affairs, and worldly Thoughts, as soon as ever Divine Service is ended, much less should we let lose our Thoughts to Pastimes and Recreations,
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for were there no Divine Command, common Prudence would dictate to us, that the best way to fix those Truths we have heard upon our Memories, is to take some time to recollect our selves,
for were there no Divine Command, Common Prudence would dictate to us, that the best Way to fix those Truths we have herd upon our Memories, is to take Some time to recollect our selves,
and that in all Probability the diverting our Thoughts to other Employments, will deface all those good Impressions the word of God has made on our Minds, blot them out of our Memories,
and that in all Probability the diverting our Thoughts to other Employments, will deface all those good Impressions the word of God has made on our Minds, blot them out of our Memories,
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Let us therefore spend some time in recollecting what the Preacher has deliver'd to us, in considering what Article of Religion has been explain'd, what Vertue has been recommended, what Vice reprov'd, what Arguments and Motives have been us'd,
Let us Therefore spend Some time in recollecting what the Preacher has Delivered to us, in considering what Article of Religion has been explained, what Virtue has been recommended, what Vice reproved, what Arguments and Motives have been used,
To this End, let us conclude all with our affectionate and fervent Prayers to God, that he would be pleas'd to inlighten our Understandings, open our Hearts,
To this End, let us conclude all with our affectionate and fervent Prayers to God, that he would be pleased to inlighten our Understandings, open our Hearts,
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and incline our Wills, and to render his good Word effectual to the accomplishment of those Ends for which it was design'd, that we may not be only bare hearers of the Word, but doers of the same.
and incline our Wills, and to render his good Word effectual to the accomplishment of those Ends for which it was designed, that we may not be only bore hearers of the Word, but doers of the same.
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but testifie our Thankfulness by a constant Attendance on his Worship and Word, and making it the standing Rule for the Government of our Lives and Conversations.
but testify our Thankfulness by a constant Attendance on his Worship and Word, and making it the standing Rule for the Government of our Lives and Conversations.
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and the end of all God's Dispensations in this Life, is so to exercise their Graces, to implant in them such vertuous Dispositions and Habits, that they may be capable of the Enjoyment of that infinite and eternal Happiness, which he has prepared for them hereafter.
and the end of all God's Dispensations in this Life, is so to exercise their Graces, to implant in them such virtuous Dispositions and Habits, that they may be capable of the Enjoyment of that infinite and Eternal Happiness, which he has prepared for them hereafter.
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And therefore 'twas excellent Advice, tho' from the mouth of an Heathen. — Si vis consilium Permittes ipsis expendere numinibus, quid Conveniat nobis, rebusque sit utile nostris:
And Therefore 'twas excellent advice, though from the Mouth of an Heathen. — Si vis consilium Permittes Ipse expendere numinibus, quid Conveniat nobis, rebusque sit utile nostris:
Which is as much as to say, Commit thy self, and all thy Concerns to Divine Providence, let him determine what is most convenient for thee, what is most, requisite in the Course of thy Affairs;
Which is as much as to say, Commit thy self, and all thy Concerns to Divine Providence, let him determine what is most convenient for thee, what is most, requisite in the Course of thy Affairs;
and thus God deals with Mankind, mercifully and bountifully, and frequently denies his Requests and Prayers out of Kindness to him, that he may furnish him with those things which are more safe, and more convenient for him.
and thus God deals with Mankind, mercifully and bountifully, and frequently Denies his Requests and Prayers out of Kindness to him, that he may furnish him with those things which Are more safe, and more convenient for him.
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Least (says he) I should be exalted above measure, through the abundance of Revelation, there was given unto me a thorn in the Flesh, the Messenger of Satan to buffet me,
lest (Says he) I should be exalted above measure, through the abundance of Revelation, there was given unto me a thorn in the Flesh, the Messenger of Satan to buffet me,
So that the words of the Text are an Answer to St. Paul 's Prayer, wherein God instead of delivering him from the buffeting of Satan, which was the thing he pray'd for, Promises to give him his Grace to endure it, which would be far more commodious and advantageous to him.
So that the words of the Text Are an Answer to Saint Paul is Prayer, wherein God instead of delivering him from the buffeting of Satan, which was the thing he prayed for, Promises to give him his Grace to endure it, which would be Far more commodious and advantageous to him.
What it is which God Promises. His Grace. II. The measure and proportion of it. Such as should be sufficient. III. The Person to whom it was promis'd, to the Apostle St. Paul. My Grace is sufficient for thee.
What it is which God Promises. His Grace. II The measure and proportion of it. Such as should be sufficient. III. The Person to whom it was promised, to the Apostle Saint Paul. My Grace is sufficient for thee.
1. What it is which God Promises, viz. his Grace: Which taken in the general, denotes the Power and Efficacy of the Holy Spirit, renewing the Soul to the Image of God,
1. What it is which God Promises, viz. his Grace: Which taken in the general, denotes the Power and Efficacy of the Holy Spirit, renewing the Soul to the Image of God,
there is Gratia gratis data, or the miraculous Unction of the Holy Ghost, whereby to one is given the Gift of Miracles, to another speaking with Tongues, to a third Prophecying;
there is Gratia gratis data, or the miraculous Unction of the Holy Ghost, whereby to one is given the Gift of Miracles, to Another speaking with Tongues, to a third Prophesying;
this was the occasion of tempting St. Paul to the Sin of Pride, of which he speaks in the Verses before the Text. And those excellent Gifts and Endowments with which this Apostle was furnish'd, tended to puff him up,
this was the occasion of tempting Saint Paul to the since of Pride, of which he speaks in the Verses before the Text. And those excellent Gifts and Endowments with which this Apostle was furnished, tended to puff him up,
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Such as are all the saving Gifts and Graces of the Spirit, which are wrought by his Help and Assistance in the hearts of Believers, such as Faith, Hope, Charity, Purity, Humility,
Such as Are all the Saving Gifts and Graces of the Spirit, which Are wrought by his Help and Assistance in the hearts of Believers, such as Faith, Hope, Charity, Purity, Humility,
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This is that Grace which renders us acceptable unto God, and is in effect eternal Life unto us. This is that Grace which is best describ'd by its Effects, Which illuminates our Ʋnderstandings, teaches us those things we know not, and brings us to the Knowledge of the Truth;
This is that Grace which renders us acceptable unto God, and is in Effect Eternal Life unto us. This is that Grace which is best described by its Effects, Which illuminates our Ʋnderstandings, Teaches us those things we know not, and brings us to the Knowledge of the Truth;
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this renews the Image of God in our Souls, governs our perverse Wills and Affections, Counsels and Actions, God's holy Spirit leading, guiding and directing us in all our ways;
this renews the Image of God in our Souls, governs our perverse Wills and Affections, Counsels and Actions, God's holy Spirit leading, guiding and directing us in all our ways;
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or from questioning his Providence, because of our Miseries, and from back-sliding and falling off from Christ for fear of Danger, or any other worldly Respects.
or from questioning his Providence, Because of our Misery's, and from backsliding and falling off from christ for Fear of Danger, or any other worldly Respects.
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it is sufficient in every State and Condition of Life, it cheers us in Adversity, it restrains us in Prosperity, not suffering us, either to be puft up with the one,
it is sufficient in every State and Condition of Life, it cheers us in Adversity, it restrains us in Prosperity, not suffering us, either to be puffed up with the one,
When we are afflicted, it tells us, That our Sufferings here are not worthy to be compar'd with that eternal weight of Glory, which shall be reveal'd in us;
When we Are afflicted, it tells us, That our Sufferings Here Are not worthy to be compared with that Eternal weight of Glory, which shall be revealed in us;
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or abuse the Grace of God unto Wantonness, but promote as much as in us lies the Glory of God, the good of our Neighbour, and the eternal Welfare of our own Souls.
or abuse the Grace of God unto Wantonness, but promote as much as in us lies the Glory of God, the good of our Neighbour, and the Eternal Welfare of our own Souls.
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Tho' we offer up our Prayers to God without present Returns, or apparent Success, it tells us, That God forbears to give us those good things we ask for, that he may try our Patience and Perseverance;
Though we offer up our Prayers to God without present Returns, or apparent Success, it tells us, That God forbears to give us those good things we ask for, that he may try our Patience and Perseverance;
And tho' the Grace of God is not imparted to all alike, yet every Man receives a sufficient Portion of it, sufficient to supply all his Wants, both Temporal and Spiritual.
And though the Grace of God is not imparted to all alike, yet every Man receives a sufficient Portion of it, sufficient to supply all his Wants, both Temporal and Spiritual.
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though every one doth not hold the same quantity, so tho' there are different Gifts, and different Administrations, and different measures of Grace communicated to Men;
though every one does not hold the same quantity, so though there Are different Gifts, and different Administrations, and different measures of Grace communicated to Men;
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The Israelites in the Wilderness gathered Manna, according to every Man's eating, when they did measure it with an Omer, he that had gathered much had nothing over,
The Israelites in the Wilderness gathered Manna, according to every Man's eating, when they did measure it with an Omer, he that had gathered much had nothing over,
nor he that has much, to boast. One Man is surrounded with Temptations, burthen'd and loaded even to the ground with Afflictions, oppress'd with Difficulties,
nor he that has much, to boast. One Man is surrounded with Temptations, burdened and loaded even to the ground with Afflictions, oppressed with Difficulties,
and to this Man God gives a greater Portion of his holy Spirit, he assists him more powerfully, he strengthens and confirms him after an extraordinary manner,
and to this Man God gives a greater Portion of his holy Spirit, he assists him more powerfully, he strengthens and confirms him After an extraordinary manner,
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Another has been nurtur'd in Vice, and brought up in Debauchery, and it is necessary, that he should be reclaim'd from his Evil doings, with a strong hand,
another has been nurtured in Vice, and brought up in Debauchery, and it is necessary, that he should be reclaimed from his Evil doings, with a strong hand,
and unable to undergo the Affliction, which he fears will suddenly fall upon him, yet I say he may assure himself, that the Divine Assistance will always attend him, God will never leave him,
and unable to undergo the Affliction, which he fears will suddenly fallen upon him, yet I say he may assure himself, that the Divine Assistance will always attend him, God will never leave him,
Yet on the contrary, when we find any vigorous and strong Inclination to do that, which we are fully assur'd is our Duty to do, at that time, and in that place;
Yet on the contrary, when we find any vigorous and strong Inclination to do that, which we Are Fully assured is our Duty to do, At that time, and in that place;
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It remains therefore, That God's Grace is sufficient for us, (i. e.) gives us Strength, Ability, and Means enough to subdue the Devil, the World, and the Flesh;
It remains Therefore, That God's Grace is sufficient for us, (i. e.) gives us Strength, Ability, and Means enough to subdue the devil, the World, and the Flesh;
And if we consider the Person here spoken of (the Apostle St. Paul ) according to that account which is given of him in the Holy Scripture, we shall find in his Life, such variety of Circumstances,
And if we Consider the Person Here spoken of (the Apostle Saint Paul) according to that account which is given of him in the Holy Scripture, we shall find in his Life, such variety of circumstances,
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and have an Instance of the Powerfulness, and sufficiency of God's Grace. Let us consider him as a Jew, how zealous was he in the Profession of that Faith,
and have an Instance of the Powerfulness, and sufficiency of God's Grace. Let us Consider him as a Jew, how zealous was he in the Profession of that Faith,
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how furious in the Persecution of all such, who either taught or liv'd in the Observance of the Christian Religion? He was a Pharisee the Son of a Pharisee.
how furious in the Persecution of all such, who either taught or lived in the Observance of the Christian Religion? He was a Pharisee the Son of a Pharisee.
he was consenting to the Death of the Martyr St. Stephen, He made havock of the Church, and breathed out nothing but threatnings, and slaughter against the Disciples;
he was consenting to the Death of the Martyr Saint Stephen, He made havoc of the Church, and breathed out nothing but threatenings, and slaughter against the Disciples;
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Consider him now as a Christian, and then you will find him remarkable for the exact Government of his Life, his Graces, his Afflictions, his Infirmities.
Consider him now as a Christian, and then you will find him remarkable for the exact Government of his Life, his Graces, his Afflictions, his Infirmities.
Like one who strove for the Mastery, he abstain'd from all things which might hinder him in his Christian Course, beating down his Body, and bringing it into subjection, he labour'd more abundantly than all the rest of the Apostles, travelling from Nation to Nation, from City to City, never wearied with Preaching, never baffled with Opposition, never tired with disputing,
Like one who strove for the Mastery, he abstained from all things which might hinder him in his Christian Course, beating down his Body, and bringing it into subjection, he laboured more abundantly than all the rest of the Apostles, traveling from nation to nation, from city to city, never wearied with Preaching, never baffled with Opposition, never tired with disputing,
These were such Privileges, such evident Demonstrations that he was belov'd of God, and a Favourite of Heaven, that nothing could keep him from being puft up with them,
These were such Privileges, such evident Demonstrations that he was Beloved of God, and a Favourite of Heaven, that nothing could keep him from being puffed up with them,
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Of the Jews five times received he forty stripes save one, thrice was he beaten with rods, once was he stoned, thrice he suffered shipwrack, a night and a day he was in the deep:
Of the jews five times received he forty stripes save one, thrice was he beaten with rods, once was he stoned, thrice he suffered shipwreck, a night and a day he was in the deep:
in Journeyings often, in perils of Waters, in perils of Robbers, in perils by the Heathen, in perils by his own Countrymen, in perils in the City, in perils in the Wilderness, in perils in the Sea, in perils amongst false Brethren;
in Journeyings often, in perils of Waters, in perils of Robbers, in perils by the Heathen, in perils by his own Countrymen, in perils in the city, in perils in the Wilderness, in perils in the Sea, in perils among false Brothers;
in Weariness and Painfulness, in Watchings often, in Hunger and Thirst, in Fastings often, in Cold and Nakedness, &c. And at last after Forty years Persecution, he was beheaded at Rome; had not the Grace of God been sufficient for him, he could not have suffered so courageously,
in Weariness and Painfulness, in Watchings often, in Hunger and Thirst, in Fastings often, in Cold and Nakedness, etc. And At last After Forty Years Persecution, he was beheaded At Room; had not the Grace of God been sufficient for him, he could not have suffered so courageously,
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nor have gloried in his Sufferings with such Christian Bravery, nor have promis'd himself the Crown of Righteousness, with such an earnest Hope, and stedfast Assurance.
nor have gloried in his Sufferings with such Christian Bravery, nor have promised himself the Crown of Righteousness, with such an earnest Hope, and steadfast Assurance.
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there was sent him a Thorn in the Flesh, as the Messenger of Satan to buffet him, by which some of the ancient Fathers understood some bodily Disease and Infirmity;
there was sent him a Thorn in the Flesh, as the Messenger of Satan to buffet him, by which Some of the ancient Father's understood Some bodily Disease and Infirmity;
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And that he might get the better of all these, and be more than a Conquerour, God Promises him his Grace, and assures him, that it should be sufficient for him; and we find by the Consequence, that it had its desired Effect;
And that he might get the better of all these, and be more than a Conqueror, God Promises him his Grace, and assures him, that it should be sufficient for him; and we find by the Consequence, that it had its desired Effect;
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and was rapt up into the third Heaven, to support him amidst the most grievous Tribulations and Afflictions, to strengthen and confirm him under Temptations,
and was rapt up into the third Heaven, to support him amid the most grievous Tribulations and Afflictions, to strengthen and confirm him under Temptations,
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and tho' by earnest Prayer he could not obtain a present Deliverance from his Temptations, yet by the Grace of God he reap'd the Fruit and Benefit of them;
and though by earnest Prayer he could not obtain a present Deliverance from his Temptations, yet by the Grace of God he reaped the Fruit and Benefit of them;
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and direct our Thoughts from the Contemplation of these words in the General, to consider the influence they ought to have on our particular Lives and Conversations.
and Direct our Thoughts from the Contemplation of these words in the General, to Consider the influence they ought to have on our particular Lives and Conversations.
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for since this alone is sufficient to support a Man in Affliction, and to keep him steady under all the Turns and Vicissitudes of humane Affairs, it certainly behooves every one to be well assured, that he is possess'd of this Jewel of great Price;
for since this alone is sufficient to support a Man in Affliction, and to keep him steady under all the Turns and Vicissitudes of humane Affairs, it Certainly behooves every one to be well assured, that he is possessed of this Jewel of great Price;
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and your Performances, and readily acknowledge your own Frailties, and be sensible of your Infirmities, and confess that naturally you are insufficient for every good work;
and your Performances, and readily acknowledge your own Frailties, and be sensible of your Infirmities, and confess that naturally you Are insufficient for every good work;
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if therefore we would keep that Grace which God has given us, we must cherish and improve it, we must hearken to its Motions, obey its Commands, comply with its Councels,
if Therefore we would keep that Grace which God has given us, we must cherish and improve it, we must harken to its Motions, obey its Commands, comply with its Counsels,
If David can slay the Philistine with a Sling and a stone, what need has he of Saul 's Armour? If God enables us to perform what he requires of us, what occasion have we for any irresistible Impulse,
If David can slay the Philistine with a Sling and a stone, what need has he of Saul is Armour? If God enables us to perform what he requires of us, what occasion have we for any irresistible Impulse,
We are taught indeed to covet earnestly the best Gifts, and to strive continually to grow in Grace; but having done our Endeavours, we ought to rest satisfy'd with that Measure and Proportion of Grace, which God is pleas'd to impart to us.
We Are taught indeed to covet earnestly the best Gifts, and to strive continually to grow in Grace; but having done our Endeavours, we ought to rest satisfied with that Measure and Proportion of Grace, which God is pleased to impart to us.
If our Neighbour has greater Gifts than we have, it's a Sign that he has made more use of them, that his N•cessities are greater, his Duties, Temptations,
If our Neighbour has greater Gifts than we have, it's a Signen that he has made more use of them, that his N•cessities Are greater, his Duties, Temptations,
For though our Afflictions at the first sight appear never so grievous and insupportable, yet God has promis'd, that he will lay no more upon his Servants than they are able to bear;
For though our Afflictions At the First sighed appear never so grievous and insupportable, yet God has promised, that he will lay no more upon his Servants than they Are able to bear;
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he will proportion his Assistance to their Wants, and give them Strength to undergo that Burthen, he is pleas'd to lay upon them, His Grace will be sufficient for them.
he will proportion his Assistance to their Wants, and give them Strength to undergo that Burden, he is pleased to lay upon them, His Grace will be sufficient for them.
Let us not therefore be weary of well doing, considering, That at last we shall reap if we faint not, our Prayers will return into our Bosoms loaden with Blessings.
Let us not Therefore be weary of well doing, considering, That At last we shall reap if we faint not, our Prayers will return into our Bosoms loaded with Blessings.
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And in the mean while, it may be sufficient to support and comfort us, to consider that God deals with us after the same manner he did with many holy Men,
And in the mean while, it may be sufficient to support and Comfort us, to Consider that God deals with us After the same manner he did with many holy Men,
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St. Paul in the Text, though one of the Apostles of our Saviour Christ, and though he not only pray'd thrice; but offer'd up vehement Supplications and Prayers, could not obtain an Exemption from the buffetings of Satan. When therefore we offer up our Prayers,
Saint Paul in the Text, though one of the Apostles of our Saviour christ, and though he not only prayed thrice; but offered up vehement Supplications and Prayers, could not obtain an Exemption from the buffetings of Satan. When Therefore we offer up our Prayers,
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Nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt. And then if God doth not see fit to give us the Blessings we pray for, he will give us some better thing instead of them:
Nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt. And then if God does not see fit to give us the Blessings we pray for, he will give us Some better thing instead of them:
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Or if he doth not deliver us out of that Affliction or Trouble we groan under, he will bestow upon us a suitable Measure of Grace to support us under it.
Or if he does not deliver us out of that Affliction or Trouble we groan under, he will bestow upon us a suitable Measure of Grace to support us under it.
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IT was deservedly look'd upon, as one of the chief Excellencies of the Persian Laws, that they did not so much design the Punishment of Wickedness and Vice,
IT was deservedly looked upon, as one of the chief Excellencies of the Persian Laws, that they did not so much Design the Punishment of Wickedness and Vice,
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as the using means to prevent the Commission of it, that by a careful Education of Youth, in the Principles of Vertue and Morality, they took away the Cause of all inordinate Desires and Affections,
as the using means to prevent the Commission of it, that by a careful Education of Youth, in the Principles of Virtue and Morality, they took away the Cause of all inordinate Desires and Affections,
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For was but this one Precept sincerely conform'd to, did we but perform this one Duty conscientiously and honestly, we should find very little Difficulty in yielding Obedience to all the rest.
For was but this one Precept sincerely conformed to, did we but perform this one Duty conscientiously and honestly, we should find very little Difficulty in yielding obedience to all the rest.
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For that Man would never commit Murder, that durst not be angry without a Cause; nor be adulterous in the Act, who did not first transgress in his Desire:
For that Man would never commit Murder, that durst not be angry without a Cause; nor be adulterous in the Act, who did not First transgress in his Desire:
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Of a Duty recommended to us. To keep our Hearts. II. Of the manner how this Duty ought to be perform'd. With all Diligence. III. Of the Motive to engage us thus to perform it:
Of a Duty recommended to us. To keep our Hearts. II Of the manner how this Duty ought to be performed. With all Diligence. III. Of the Motive to engage us thus to perform it:
So that by keeping the Heart is meant, a looking into the most private Recesses of our Soul, a curious and particular Observation what is transacted there;
So that by keeping the Heart is meant, a looking into the most private Recesses of our Soul, a curious and particular Observation what is transacted there;
the taking a view of all our Inclinations, Passions, Desires, and Affections, and comparing them with the Rule of God's Word, approving those which are Good,
the taking a view of all our Inclinations, Passion, Desires, and Affections, and comparing them with the Rule of God's Word, approving those which Are Good,
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and disallowing those which are Evil. It denotes also the making use of such Means, as may be effectual to bring our Souls into a due Frame and Temper;
and disallowing those which Are Evil. It denotes also the making use of such Means, as may be effectual to bring our Souls into a due Frame and Temper;
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And therefore all that a good Christian can do, is to Endeavour to keep his Heart, in as good a Frame as he possibly can, to be continually on his Guard;
And Therefore all that a good Christian can do, is to Endeavour to keep his Heart, in as good a Frame as he possibly can, to be continually on his Guard;
II. With all Diligence, which denotes these two things. 1. That this Duty ought to be our constant Employment, that we do not let any day slip without examining the Frame of our Hearts;
II With all Diligence, which denotes these two things. 1. That this Duty ought to be our constant Employment, that we do not let any day slip without examining the Frame of our Hearts;
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for if we sleep never so little, The Evil one will take the Opportunity of sowing his tares in our Souls, if we are not always upon our Guard, the Cares and Business of Life,
for if we sleep never so little, The Evil one will take the Opportunity of sowing his tares in our Souls, if we Are not always upon our Guard, the Cares and Business of Life,
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and will require a watchful Eye, and a continual Care, to keep them in any tolerable Order. 2. The keeping our Hearts with all Diligence, implies the greatest Intenseness, and Application of Mind imaginable.
and will require a watchful Eye, and a continual Care, to keep them in any tolerable Order. 2. The keeping our Hearts with all Diligence, Implies the greatest Intenseness, and Application of Mind imaginable.
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as appears by the coherence of the Words with those which went before, yet they may well serve, to intimate to us the Difficulty of giving an impartial Judgment of the present Sentiments of our Minds,
as appears by the coherence of the Words with those which went before, yet they may well serve, to intimate to us the Difficulty of giving an impartial Judgement of the present Sentiments of our Minds,
for we are so fond of our Bosom sins, and those darling Delights, which either Custom or Inclination has endear'd to us, that we think we can never sufficiently caress them;
for we Are so found of our Bosom Sins, and those darling Delights, which either Custom or Inclination has endeared to us, that we think we can never sufficiently caress them;
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Who is there that will not readily acknowledge that we ought to Love God, with the most intense and zealous Affection, With all our Soul, and with all our Strength, and the good things of this World, in a lower and subordinate Degree? and yet how difficult a Task would it be to persuade the most sordid and miserable Worlding, That his Affections are not plac'd on things above,
Who is there that will not readily acknowledge that we ought to Love God, with the most intense and zealous Affection, With all our Soul, and with all our Strength, and the good things of this World, in a lower and subordinate Degree? and yet how difficult a Task would it be to persuade the most sordid and miserable Worlding, That his Affections Are not placed on things above,
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and keep them in due Order. And therefore there will be the more need to consider, III. The Motive made use of in the Text to engage us, to the Performance of this Duty.
and keep them in due Order. And Therefore there will be the more need to Consider, III. The Motive made use of in the Text to engage us, to the Performance of this Duty.
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For out of them are the Issues of Life, (i. e.) our Happiness both in this Life, and the next doth depend upon a diligent and conscientious Discharge of this Duty.
For out of them Are the Issues of Life, (i. e.) our Happiness both in this Life, and the next does depend upon a diligent and conscientious Discharge of this Duty.
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by which means he avoids those Rocks upon which so many split, (i. e.) Rashness in setting upon those things he has neither Power nor Skill to perform on the one hand,
by which means he avoids those Rocks upon which so many split, (i. e.) Rashness in setting upon those things he has neither Power nor Skill to perform on the one hand,
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therefore it must needs follow, that he who governs his Heart wisely and prudently, cannot go far astray in his Words and Actions, all our vital Operations will savour of that Root and Principle from whence they proceed;
Therefore it must needs follow, that he who governs his Heart wisely and prudently, cannot go Far astray in his Words and Actions, all our vital Operations will savour of that Root and Principle from whence they proceed;
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and sensual Affections, from proud, malicious, and envious Thoughts, which disturb our Peace and Quiet, and render our Lives uneasie and burthensome to us.
and sensual Affections, from proud, malicious, and envious Thoughts, which disturb our Peace and Quiet, and render our Lives uneasy and burdensome to us.
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and miserable amidst the most plentiful affluence of worldly Enjoyments, but he who has obtain'd the Art of Governing his Thoughts, by the Laws of Reason and Religion, will enjoy the Pleasure of a quiet and compos'd Mind, amidst all the noise and hurry of this World,
and miserable amid the most plentiful affluence of worldly Enjoyments, but he who has obtained the Art of Governing his Thoughts, by the Laws of Reason and Religion, will enjoy the Pleasure of a quiet and composed Mind, amid all the noise and hurry of this World,
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but if we consider, 2. Its influence on our eternal Happiness, we must needs judge it highly reasonable to use our utmost Care and Diligence in the Performance of this Duty. For,
but if we Consider, 2. Its influence on our Eternal Happiness, we must needs judge it highly reasonable to use our utmost Care and Diligence in the Performance of this Duty. For,
1. God has made the Keeping our Hearts one part of our Duty. The words of the Text are not only a prudential Councel containing Matter of Advice, but a Positive Command;
1. God has made the Keeping our Hearts one part of our Duty. The words of the Text Are not only a prudential Council containing Matter of advice, but a Positive Command;
if they can but Act so cunningly as to escape the Censures of Men, if they can but speak words smoother than Oil, they are not at all sollicitous how their Hearts stand affected.
if they can but Act so cunningly as to escape the Censures of Men, if they can but speak words smoother than Oil, they Are not At all solicitous how their Hearts stand affected.
But let these Men consider, that at the last day when God shall judge the secrets of Men, we shall be call'd to an Account for all the Thoughts and Intents of our Heart, as well as for the loudest Words, and most publick Actions;
But let these Men Consider, that At the last day when God shall judge the secrets of Men, we shall be called to an Account for all the Thoughts and Intents of our Heart, as well as for the Loudest Words, and most public Actions;
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And St. John affirms, That whosoever hates his Brother, or retains any Rancour or Malice in his Heart is a Murderer: Now as on the one hand, God will accept of the sincere Intention of those Persons, who fail in their Obedience only for want of Power and Ability, to perform what he has commanded them:
And Saint John affirms, That whosoever hates his Brother, or retains any Rancour or Malice in his Heart is a Murderer: Now as on the one hand, God will accept of the sincere Intention of those Persons, who fail in their obedience only for want of Power and Ability, to perform what he has commanded them:
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And though 'tis true, that when a wicked Thought is put into Execution, and breaks out into a wicked Act, when Lust has conceiv'd and brought forth Sin, 'tis of a far more heinous Nature,
And though it's true, that when a wicked Thought is put into Execution, and breaks out into a wicked Act, when Lust has conceived and brought forth since, it's of a Far more heinous Nature,
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How many Plottings and Contrivings, Desires and Hopes, Wishes and Complacencies, must go before the Commission of every evil Deed? There must be first a Scheme erected in our Minds, the Means and Methods must be resolv'd on, the Instruments must be chosen,
How many Plottings and Contrivings, Desires and Hope's, Wishes and Complacencies, must go before the Commission of every evil Deed? There must be First a Scheme erected in our Minds, the Means and Methods must be resolved on, the Instruments must be chosen,
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and the thing frequently acted over in our Thoughts, before any notorious sinful Action can be committed. 2. The same Sin may be acted over a thousand times in the Mind, which can only be once perform'd in the outward Action.
and the thing frequently acted over in our Thoughts, before any notorious sinful Actium can be committed. 2. The same since may be acted over a thousand times in the Mind, which can only be once performed in the outward Actium.
thus the Covetous Man may rob his Neighbour of his Wealth, though he never obtain the Possession of it, the Malicious and Revengeful may murder his Enemy,
thus the Covetous Man may rob his Neighbour of his Wealth, though he never obtain the Possession of it, the Malicious and Revengeful may murder his Enemy,
Nay so absolutely necessary is it to our eternal Welfare to keep our Hearts, that no Word or Action can be good or acceptable unto God, which doth not proceed from a sanctify'd Heart.
Nay so absolutely necessary is it to our Eternal Welfare to keep our Hearts, that no Word or Actium can be good or acceptable unto God, which does not proceed from a sanctified Heart.
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A wicked Man may perform many Acts of Justice and Charity, but if they do not proceed from a good Disposition of Mind, they are only splendida peccata, counterfeit Vertues,
A wicked Man may perform many Acts of justice and Charity, but if they do not proceed from a good Disposition of Mind, they Are only splendida Peccata, counterfeit Virtues,
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and if so, then what Sacrifice of Prayer and Thanksgiving can be acceptable unto God, which is offer'd up from a Heart full of impure Desires and Affections, reeking with Lust,
and if so, then what Sacrifice of Prayer and Thanksgiving can be acceptable unto God, which is offered up from a Heart full of impure Desires and Affections, reeking with Lust,
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and he will depart from us, and then the Devils those impure Spirits will take Possession of our Souls, they will become a Cage of these unclean Birds, a fit Habitation for these Legions to dwell in.
and he will depart from us, and then the Devils those impure Spirits will take Possession of our Souls, they will become a Cage of these unclean Birds, a fit Habitation for these Legions to dwell in.
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as that a malicious, envious, lustful, or covetous Person, (whilst he continues so) should take delight in the Beatifical Vision, and in singing Praises and Hallelujahs unto God.
as that a malicious, envious, lustful, or covetous Person, (while he continues so) should take delight in the Beatifical Vision, and in singing Praises and Hallelujahs unto God.
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and seem to be freed from that Original Curse, of getting their Bread with the sweat of their brows, are so far from being exempted from it, that as they have more Talents committed to their Trust,
and seem to be freed from that Original Curse, of getting their Bred with the sweat of their brows, Are so Far from being exempted from it, that as they have more Talents committed to their Trust,
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Thus the Business of every Man's particular Calling, whatsoever it is (I have here given only the most obvious Instances) may be improv'd to raise up Religious Thoughts;
Thus the Business of every Man's particular Calling, whatsoever it is (I have Here given only the most obvious Instances) may be improved to raise up Religious Thoughts;
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Idleness teaches much evil (says the wise Son of Syrach ) some Copies have it all evil. The Devil thought the fittest time to tempt our Blessed Saviour was,
Idleness Teaches much evil (Says the wise Son of Sirach) Some Copies have it all evil. The devil Thought the Fittest time to tempt our Blessed Saviour was,
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when he was alone, and in the Wilderness; and that saying of Cato was subscrib'd to by the wiser Heathens as an Oracle, nihil agendo, male agere disces:
when he was alone, and in the Wilderness; and that saying of Cato was subscribed to by the Wiser heathens as an Oracle, nihil Agendo, male agere disces:
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If therefore we find in our Hearts any wicked Imagination, that exalts it self against the Knowledge of God, and is contrary to the known Rules of our Duty;
If Therefore we find in our Hearts any wicked Imagination, that exalts it self against the Knowledge of God, and is contrary to the known Rules of our Duty;
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But then 'tis our Business to drive them away, and not to harbour, or allow of any thought in our Minds, which we should be asham'd to have discover'd in our Words and Actions.
But then it's our Business to drive them away, and not to harbour, or allow of any Thought in our Minds, which we should be ashamed to have discovered in our Words and Actions.
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how restless are they till they have got these Thoughts out of their Minds, and are rid of these uneasie Companions? Do they not run from one Business to another, from one Diversion to another,
how restless Are they till they have god these Thoughts out of their Minds, and Are rid of these uneasy Sodales? Do they not run from one Business to Another, from one Diversion to Another,
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and take as much Pains to be happy, as others do to be wretched and miserable? Consider farther, That God sees and takes notice of all our Thoughts, He pierces even to the dividing asunder of the joynts and marrow:
and take as much Pains to be happy, as Others do to be wretched and miserable? Consider farther, That God sees and Takes notice of all our Thoughts, He pierces even to the dividing asunder of the Joints and marrow:
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and in all Likelihood will be? Did not all the presumptuous Sins you ever committed in your Life-time, begin in your Heart? were they not forg'd and contriv'd there? And how can you tell,
and in all Likelihood will be? Did not all the presumptuous Sins you ever committed in your Lifetime, begin in your Heart? were they not forged and contrived there? And how can you tell,
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and yet whosoever doth not restrain these evil Affections of his Mind, will soon lie under an unavoidable Temptation, to commit the grosser Acts of Theft and Adultery;
and yet whosoever does not restrain these evil Affections of his Mind, will soon lie under an unavoidable Temptation, to commit the grosser Acts of Theft and Adultery;
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4. If sinful Thoughts still press into our Minds, divert them to some holy Meditation, and take this hint of bending your Thoughts to the contrary Duty.
4. If sinful Thoughts still press into our Minds, divert them to Some holy Meditation, and take this hint of bending your Thoughts to the contrary Duty.
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for your disobedience to God's Law, and the Breach of his Commandments, and put you upon begging God's Grace and Assistance, that for the time to come, you may live more uprightly, and unblameably.
for your disobedience to God's Law, and the Breach of his commandments, and put you upon begging God's Grace and Assistance, that for the time to come, you may live more uprightly, and unblamably.
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Are you perplex'd and troubled with blasphemous and Atheistical Thoughts? Fall presently on the Contemplation of the wonderful Works, which he has made,
are you perplexed and troubled with blasphemous and Atheistical Thoughts? Fallen presently on the Contemplation of the wondered Works, which he has made,
ask thy self, what Power it was which first created it, and still continues to preserve it, which has furnish'd irrational Creatures with unerring Instincts, that teaches the Bird to build its Nest, the Spider to weave its Web;
ask thy self, what Power it was which First created it, and still continues to preserve it, which has furnished irrational Creatures with unerring Instincts, that Teaches the Bird to built its Nest, the Spider to weave its Web;
how much you enjoy more than you deserve, and how unthankful and ungrateful you have been for those good things, God has already given into your hands.
how much you enjoy more than you deserve, and how unthankful and ungrateful you have been for those good things, God has already given into your hands.
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How precious are thy Thoughts unto me O God (says the Psalmist) how great is the sum of them? If I should count them, they are more in number than the Sand:
How precious Are thy Thoughts unto me Oh God (Says the Psalmist) how great is the sum of them? If I should count them, they Are more in number than the Sand:
He has promis'd, That he will not break the bruised reed, nor quench the smoaking Flax, but that he will encourage every Effort that we make towards a good and vertuous Life.
He has promised, That he will not break the Bruised reed, nor quench the smoking Flax, but that he will encourage every Effort that we make towards a good and virtuous Life.
His Grace was never deny'd to any one, who did but sincerely desire it, and endeavour to render himself capable of receiving of it, To him that asks it shall be given, not only what he prays for,
His Grace was never denied to any one, who did but sincerely desire it, and endeavour to render himself capable of receiving of it, To him that asks it shall be given, not only what he prays for,
And now what remains, but that we being furnish'd with these Helps, and assur'd of the Assistance of God's Holy Spirit, immediately set upon the Practice of this Duty;
And now what remains, but that we being furnished with these Helps, and assured of the Assistance of God's Holy Spirit, immediately Set upon the Practice of this Duty;
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'Tis true, this cannot be perform'd without much Pains and Industry, but what Design which is either great and glorious, useful and honourable, can be compass'd without Labour;
It's true, this cannot be performed without much Pains and Industry, but what Design which is either great and glorious, useful and honourable, can be compassed without Labour;
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We shall take more Pleasure in meditating on God's Word, and contemplating those Joys which are at God's right hand, and will be the Lot and Portion of the Blessed in Glory,
We shall take more Pleasure in meditating on God's Word, and contemplating those Joys which Are At God's right hand, and will be the Lot and Portion of the Blessed in Glory,
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when he is enflam'd with Zeal, and transported with Devotion, when with St. Paul he is as it were caught up into Heaven, on the Wings of Contemplation,
when he is inflamed with Zeal, and transported with Devotion, when with Saint Paul he is as it were caught up into Heaven, on the Wings of Contemplation,
and the peculiar Rewards of those Persons, who have prepar'd themselves, and render'd their Hearts capable of receiving them, by cleansing them of all sinful and impure Lusts,
and the peculiar Rewards of those Persons, who have prepared themselves, and rendered their Hearts capable of receiving them, by cleansing them of all sinful and impure Lustiest,
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for this is the Law and the Prophets. COMMENTATORS put their Invention upon the Rack, to find out a Connection between these Words, and those which went before.
for this is the Law and the prophets. COMMENTATORS put their Invention upon the Rack, to find out a Connection between these Words, and those which went before.
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Others are of Opinion, that they relate only to the seventh and following Verses of this Chapter, in which our Saviour teaches us how we ought to Pray,
Others Are of Opinion, that they relate only to the seventh and following Verses of this Chapter, in which our Saviour Teaches us how we ought to Pray,
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This is certainly true, and affords us matter of wholsome Advice, but upon reading the Chapter we shall find, that this Connection seems to be rather strain'd and extorted from the Text,
This is Certainly true, and affords us matter of wholesome advice, but upon reading the Chapter we shall find, that this Connection seems to be rather strained and extorted from the Text,
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As to the Occasion of these words, 'tis highly probable, that they were design'd to oppose the gross Mistake of the Scribes and Pharisees, who doated so much on the Rites and Ceremonies of the Jewish Law,
As to the Occasion of these words, it's highly probable, that they were designed to oppose the gross Mistake of the Scribes and Pharisees, who doted so much on the Rites and Ceremonies of the Jewish Law,
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as to prefer them before the Works of Justice, and Mercy, as may plainly be gathered from the thirteenth Chapter of St. Matthew, the twenty third and twenty fourth Verses.
as to prefer them before the Works of justice, and Mercy, as may plainly be gathered from the thirteenth Chapter of Saint Matthew, the twenty third and twenty fourth Verses.
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And therefore we find the Prophets so earnest in exhorting them to Works of Justice and Mercy, proving that these are the great Lines of our Duty, and that in Comparison with these, the Rites and Ceremonies of the Law were of little value or worth.
And Therefore we find the prophets so earnest in exhorting them to Works of justice and Mercy, proving that these Are the great Lines of our Duty, and that in Comparison with these, the Rites and Ceremonies of the Law were of little valve or worth.
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I. The Meaning and Design of this Rule. II. I shall mark out its Bounds and Limitations. III. I shall recommend it to your Practice, by shewing its Usefulness and Excellency.
I. The Meaning and Design of this Rule. II I shall mark out its Bounds and Limitations. III. I shall recommend it to your Practice, by showing its Usefulness and Excellency.
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Now since our Well-being and Happiness in this World doth consist in the Enjoyment of those agreeable Objects, which are presented to our Appetites and Desires, according to the Rules of right Reason;
Now since our Well-being and Happiness in this World does consist in the Enjoyment of those agreeable Objects, which Are presented to our Appetites and Desires, according to the Rules of right Reason;
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This therefore is an universal Rule of Justice and Equity, and made use of by our Saviour Christ, to supply the Defects of those particular Laws which he has laid down in his Holy Gospel, that when we are at a loss how to Act (either because the Action is not determin'd in the Holy Writ,
This Therefore is an universal Rule of justice and Equity, and made use of by our Saviour christ, to supply the Defects of those particular Laws which he has laid down in his Holy Gospel, that when we Are At a loss how to Act (either Because the Actium is not determined in the Holy Writ,
And therefore the Gospel only Chalks out to us the great Lines of our Duty, it commands the Practice of the most necessary Precepts, such as are those which are enjoyn'd in this and the preceding Chapters,
And Therefore the Gospel only Chalks out to us the great Lines of our Duty, it commands the Practice of the most necessary Precepts, such as Are those which Are enjoined in this and the preceding Chapters,
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Thus in Relation to the Duties of the first Table which principally concerns the Worship of God, the Holy Gospel commands us, To Worship him in Spirit and in Truth, to direct our Addresses to God alone, through one Mediator our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ,
Thus in Relation to the Duties of the First Table which principally concerns the Worship of God, the Holy Gospel commands us, To Worship him in Spirit and in Truth, to Direct our Addresses to God alone, through one Mediator our Lord and Saviour jesus christ,
The End and Design then of this Rule, is to teach us how to behave our selves towards our Neighbour, which is the most difficult and most neglected part of our Duty.
The End and Design then of this Rule, is to teach us how to behave our selves towards our Neighbour, which is the most difficult and most neglected part of our Duty.
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For we are generally so much byass'd by Self-Love, that when any Controversie is started, in which our own Interest is concern'd, we are very nice and exact in Claiming what belongs to us, and is our due;
For we Are generally so much biased by Self-Love, that when any Controversy is started, in which our own Interest is concerned, we Are very Nicaenae and exact in Claiming what belongs to us, and is our due;
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II. I shall mark out the Bounds and Limitations of this Rule, and consider the just extent and Latitude of these words. Whatsoever ye would, &c. 1. 'Tis evident, that this Rule is determin'd to the Duties of the second Table;
II I shall mark out the Bounds and Limitations of this Rule, and Consider the just extent and Latitude of these words. Whatsoever you would, etc. 1. It's evident, that this Rule is determined to the Duties of the second Table;
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for so 'tis limitted in the very words of the Text. 'Tis whatsoever ye would, that Men should do unto you, &c. Some there are indeed, who would have this Rule extend also to the Duties of the first Table,
for so it's limited in the very words of the Text. It's whatsoever you would, that Men should do unto you, etc. some there Are indeed, who would have this Rule extend also to the Duties of the First Table,
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and his ways past finding out, that 'tis utterly impossible, and 'twould be the highest Presumption for us, to weigh our Actions in the same Balance with his.
and his ways passed finding out, that it's utterly impossible, and 'twould be the highest Presumption for us, to weigh our Actions in the same Balance with his.
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These words are therefore limitted to the Duties of the second Table, as may be plainly made out from that parallel Place, where our Blessed Saviour being ask'd this Question, Master which is the great Commandment of the Law? Returns this Answer, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God, with all thy Heart,
These words Are Therefore limited to the Duties of the second Table, as may be plainly made out from that parallel Place, where our Blessed Saviour being asked this Question, Master which is the great Commandment of the Law? Returns this Answer, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God, with all thy Heart,
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For there are some Men of such envious and malicious Tempers, that they would willingly undergo any severity themselves, on Condition that their Enemy might endure the same;
For there Are Some Men of such envious and malicious Tempers, that they would willingly undergo any severity themselves, on Condition that their Enemy might endure the same;
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and more healthy than my Neighbour, I may be willing that he may do some things to me, which if I should do the same to him, would tend very much to his Prejudice and Disadvantage.
and more healthy than my Neighbour, I may be willing that he may do Some things to me, which if I should do the same to him, would tend very much to his Prejudice and Disadvantage.
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A rich and wealthy Man may be willing, that others should with-hold their hands from doing him good, that he might have the same Excuse, to deny his charitable Relief to the Poor.
A rich and wealthy Man may be willing, that Others should withhold their hands from doing him good, that he might have the same Excuse, to deny his charitable Relief to the Poor.
5. We must take Care in applying this Rule, that our Desires be restrain'd to those things, which we have just and reasonable cause to expect from our Neighbour,
5. We must take Care in applying this Rule, that our Desires be restrained to those things, which we have just and reasonable cause to expect from our Neighbour,
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For every Malefactor, who is Sentenc'd to Punishment for his Evil Deeds, would willingly have his Punishment remitted, and the Judge himself would desire it,
For every Malefactor, who is Sentenced to Punishment for his Evil deeds, would willingly have his Punishment remitted, and the Judge himself would desire it,
But yet it is not just and reasonable, that all Criminals should be pardon'd, for this would make the Law it self u•eless, by relaxing the co-ercive Power of it,
But yet it is not just and reasonable, that all Criminals should be pardoned, for this would make the Law it self u•eless, by relaxing the coercive Power of it,
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and yet 'tis worthy the Study and Observance of the Wise and Learned, there is no need of turning over huge Volumes, of Learning the Languages, Customs,
and yet it's worthy the Study and Observance of the Wise and Learned, there is no need of turning over huge Volumes, of Learning the Languages, Customs,
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The Emperour Severus (who had these words frequently in his Mouth, and was so taken with them, that he order'd them to be wrote in his Courts of Judicature) is said to have had them from the Jews and Christians, of whom he entertain'd a more favourable Opinion, meerly on this Account.
The Emperor Severus (who had these words frequently in his Mouth, and was so taken with them, that he ordered them to be wrote in his Courts of Judicature) is said to have had them from the jews and Christians, of whom he entertained a more favourable Opinion, merely on this Account.
or Prerogative can any one Man imagine himself, to have above the rest of the World, that all Men should agree together to make him Happy, without any respect to their own Interest and Welfare? Can we imagine any Man to be more concern'd for another Man's satisfaction than his own? Or to be better pleas'd in making another Man happy,
or Prerogative can any one Man imagine himself, to have above the rest of the World, that all Men should agree together to make him Happy, without any respect to their own Interest and Welfare? Can we imagine any Man to be more concerned for Another Man's satisfaction than his own? Or to be better pleased in making Another Man happy,
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it evidently follows, that the way to induce them to part with those good things which would be useful to us, is reciprocally to contribute to the supply of their Necessities;
it evidently follows, that the Way to induce them to part with those good things which would be useful to us, is reciprocally to contribute to the supply of their Necessities;
In short, there is hardly any Case in which we are doubtful, how to behave our self towards our Neighbour, in which we may not be directed by the Application of this excellent Rule.
In short, there is hardly any Case in which we Are doubtful, how to behave our self towards our Neighbour, in which we may not be directed by the Application of this excellent Rule.
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That which induc'd the Heathens to observe this Rule, was an awe and dread, that the future Event of their Actions, should be agreeable with their present Dealings with other Men.
That which induced the heathens to observe this Rule, was an awe and dread, that the future Event of their Actions, should be agreeable with their present Dealings with other Men.
When we read that Haman was hanged on the very same Gallows, that he caused to be Erected for poor Mordecai, that Adonibezek (who cut off the Thumbs and Great Toes of Threescore and ten Kings,
When we read that Haman was hanged on the very same Gallows, that he caused to be Erected for poor Mordecai, that Adonibezek (who Cut off the Thumbs and Great Toes of Threescore and ten Kings,
and forced them to gather up the Crumbs under his Table) had the same Calamity inflicted on him, we have good Reason to believe, that the Reflection he made was true.
and forced them to gather up the Crumbs under his Table) had the same Calamity inflicted on him, we have good Reason to believe, that the Reflection he made was true.
how well we have observ'd this Rule, whether we have been Conversant in works of Justice and Mercy, in feeding the hungry, cloathing the naked, comforting the afflicted, &c. and such as our Behaviour has been, such will our Sentence be.
how well we have observed this Rule, whither we have been Conversant in works of justice and Mercy, in feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, comforting the afflicted, etc. and such as our Behaviour has been, such will our Sentence be.
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and this Divine Quality has such endearing Charms, that it must needs attract the Love and Friendship of others, the Benefits which he bestows enrich him,
and this Divine Quality has such endearing Charms, that it must needs attract the Love and Friendship of Others, the Benefits which he bestows enrich him,
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For he that doth an Injury to another Man, doth not consider of what pernicious Consequence his injurious Action is, he doth it rashly and unadvisedly, he is blinded with Passion,
For he that does an Injury to Another Man, does not Consider of what pernicious Consequence his injurious Actium is, he does it rashly and unadvisedly, he is blinded with Passion,
But he that returns an Injury, doth not only sin knowingly, and deliberately, but wilfully and obstinately, in opposition to his own Sense and Feeling, he plainly perceives all the evil Consequences of the Action, he is sensible of them,
But he that returns an Injury, does not only since knowingly, and deliberately, but wilfully and obstinately, in opposition to his own Sense and Feeling, he plainly perceives all the evil Consequences of the Actium, he is sensible of them,
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With respect to Communities 'tis evident, That were Men once let loose from the Obligation of this Rule, the World would be fill'd with Blood-shed, Rapine, and Oppression;
With respect to Communities it's evident, That were Men once let lose from the Obligation of this Rule, the World would be filled with Bloodshed, Rapine, and Oppression;
But yet since the Fall, our Natures are so deprav'd, and we have degenerated so far from that noble Rank of Beings, in which we were plac'd, that had not Men some Awe of this Rule upon their Minds, there would be no possibility of living in the World:
But yet since the Fallen, our Nature's Are so depraved, and we have degenerated so Far from that noble Rank of Beings, in which we were placed, that had not Men Some Awe of this Rule upon their Minds, there would be no possibility of living in the World:
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for do not all our mutual Correspondence, and friendly Converse depend on the Practice of those Vertues, which naturally result from the Observance of this Rule;
for do not all our mutual Correspondence, and friendly Converse depend on the Practice of those Virtues, which naturally result from the Observance of this Rule;
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and Injustice? Would it not beget Comfort and Satisfaction in our Minds, and prove of wonderful Force and Efficacy, to support us under all the Troubles and Afflictions, which can possibly befall us in this Vale of Tears?
and Injustice? Would it not beget Comfort and Satisfaction in our Minds, and prove of wondered Force and Efficacy, to support us under all the Troubles and Afflictions, which can possibly befall us in this Vale of Tears?
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Many are the Benefits which would flow from a due and conscientious Observance of this Rule, only to name them would take up more time than I have now left,
Many Are the Benefits which would flow from a due and conscientious Observance of this Rule, only to name them would take up more time than I have now left,
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and therefore I shall remit this Subject to your private Meditations, though the best way to Frame an adequate Notion of them, would be to put this Rule in Practice.
and Therefore I shall remit this Subject to your private Meditations, though the best Way to Frame an adequate Notion of them, would be to put this Rule in Practice.
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For had God laid a more weighty Burthen upon us, had he commanded us all those numerous Observances, which the Jews under the Law were oblig'd to perform;
For had God laid a more weighty Burden upon us, had he commanded us all those numerous Observances, which the jews under the Law were obliged to perform;
There is no Man but would willingly be comforted in a time of Trouble, protected in a time of Danger and Calamity, reliev'd in a time of Want and Sickness,
There is no Man but would willingly be comforted in a time of Trouble, protected in a time of Danger and Calamity, relieved in a time of Want and Sickness,
and in short, whether we have done Justice and lov'd Mercy? How dreadful will that Sentence be which shall pass upon those Men, who have neglected these Duties? And if those Persons shall be condemn'd, who have neglected them, who have barely omitted the performance of them, where shall those Men appear, who have practis'd the quite contrary? Who have oppress'd the Poor and Needy, circumvented and defrauded their Neighbour,
and in short, whither we have done justice and loved Mercy? How dreadful will that Sentence be which shall pass upon those Men, who have neglected these Duties? And if those Persons shall be condemned, who have neglected them, who have barely omitted the performance of them, where shall those Men appear, who have practised the quite contrary? Who have oppressed the Poor and Needy, circumvented and defrauded their Neighbour,
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contrary to the Checks of their Consciences, and the known Rules of their Duty? Certainly God will pour out the full Vials of his Wrath upon these Men,
contrary to the Checks of their Consciences, and the known Rules of their Duty? Certainly God will pour out the full Vials of his Wrath upon these Men,
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Psal. 12.2. 2 Kin. 10.30. Matth. 22.37. 2 Sam. 24.5. Rom. 7.22. NONLATINALPHABET the Man within us. 1 Pet. 3.4. NONLATINALPHABET. the hidden Man of the Heart.
Psalm 12.2. 2 Kin. 10.30. Matthew 22.37. 2 Sam. 24.5. Rom. 7.22. the Man within us. 1 Pet. 3.4.. the hidden Man of the Heart.
