as either by the special Obligations of a seperate Function, or the more Common Bonds of Humanity or Christian Charity, are concerned for the putting a Stop to the Growth of Error, or any Impiety in any Church, City, or Nation.
as either by the special Obligations of a separate Function, or the more Common Bonds of Humanity or Christian Charity, Are concerned for the putting a Stop to the Growth of Error, or any Impiety in any Church, city, or nation.
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I shall not detain you with any Account of the Apostle St. Jude, by whose Ministry this Epistle was written, in Compliance with or Conformity to the Dictates and Inspiration of the Holy Ghost;
I shall not detain you with any Account of the Apostle Saint U^de, by whose Ministry this Epistle was written, in Compliance with or Conformity to the Dictates and Inspiration of the Holy Ghost;
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as to give you the Analysis of this Epistle: You may be furnished, as to Both, by consulting Perkins, Manton, Jenkins, Roberts, Clark, &c. I shall only hint, That the Principal Scope of the Epistle seems to be the Confirming those who were newly converted to Christianity, against the Errors and Impieties that had, even so early, begun to creep into the Church:
as to give you the Analysis of this Epistle: You may be furnished, as to Both, by consulting Perkins, Manton, Jenkins, Roberts, Clark, etc. I shall only hint, That the Principal Scope of the Epistle seems to be the Confirming those who were newly converted to Christianity, against the Errors and Impieties that had, even so early, begun to creep into the Church:
But I do not think this needs give us any Stop, since they that are capable to compare both, will easily see that the Reading which our Version follows ought to be preferr'd;
But I do not think this needs give us any Stop, since they that Are capable to compare both, will Easily see that the Reading which our Version follows ought to be preferred;
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The Apostle here teacheth us, in dealing with Offenders to act judiciously; to found all our Proceedings upon a right Discernment both of Persons and Actions. Partial accepting of Persons is a Fault,
The Apostle Here Teaches us, in dealing with Offenders to act judiciously; to found all our Proceedings upon a right Discernment both of Persons and Actions. Partial accepting of Persons is a Fault,
Some offend ignorantly, and their Ignorance is rather owing to their unhappy Circumstances than to Sloth or Affectation; others are wilfully ignorant, and others sin against Light.
some offend ignorantly, and their Ignorance is rather owing to their unhappy circumstances than to Sloth or Affectation; Others Are wilfully ignorant, and Others since against Light.
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'Tis the Commendation of our great High-Priest, that he can have Compassion on the Ignorant, and on them that are out of the way, Heb. 2. 5. II. The Rule of Severity, animated by unaffected Zeal: Others save with fear, pulling them out of the fire. Others, ] i. e.
It's the Commendation of our great High-Priest, that he can have Compassion on the Ignorant, and on them that Are out of the Way, Hebrew 2. 5. II The Rule of Severity, animated by unaffected Zeal: Others save with Fear, pulling them out of the fire. Others, ] i. e.
Save. ] This only God and Christ can do principally and efficiently; yet 'tis not ordinarily done without our Concurrence: Men are Instruments in this blessed Work,
Save. ] This only God and christ can do principally and efficiently; yet it's not ordinarily done without our Concurrence: Men Are Instruments in this blessed Work,
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So the Apostle exhorts his Hearers to save themselves from that untoward Generation, Acts 2. 40. and St. Paul tells Timothy, that in so doing he should save himself,
So the Apostle exhorts his Hearers to save themselves from that untoward Generation, Acts 2. 40. and Saint Paul tells Timothy, that in so doing he should save himself,
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So the Apostle exhorts us to work out our salvation with fear and trembling, Phil. 2. 12. Where the Consequence is so important, the Care cannot be too much. Or, With Fear, ] i. e. By means of Fear:
So the Apostle exhorts us to work out our salvation with Fear and trembling, Philip 2. 12. Where the Consequence is so important, the Care cannot be too much. Or, With fear, ] i. e. By means of fear:
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Labouring to stir up in the Sinners we would reclaim, an Holy Fear of the Divine Majesty, and of his most terrible, and no less righteous Judgements, both in this Life, and that which is to come. Thus the Apostle speaks, 2 Cor. 5. 11. Knowing the terror of the Lord, we perswade men.
Labouring to stir up in the Sinners we would reclaim, an Holy fear of the Divine Majesty, and of his most terrible, and no less righteous Judgments, both in this Life, and that which is to come. Thus the Apostle speaks, 2 Cor. 5. 11. Knowing the terror of the Lord, we persuade men.
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Impenitent Sinners must be acquainted, that the Punishments that await them are insupportable and eternal; that God is a consuming fire, Heb. 12. 29.
Impenitent Sinners must be acquainted, that the Punishments that await them Are insupportable and Eternal; that God is a consuming fire, Hebrew 12. 29.
And if any of them be so hardened, as through Infidelity or Inconsideration, to slight and disregard all this, they must be made to feel the present Smart of their Sin and Folly, by the strict Execution of just Laws against their Impieties and Impurities;
And if any of them be so hardened, as through Infidelity or Inconsideration, to slight and disregard all this, they must be made to feel the present Smart of their since and Folly, by the strict Execution of just Laws against their Impieties and Impurities;
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that a Stop may be put to the growing Contagion of their pernicious Examples, and they themselves may be awakened to remember and shew themselves Men, (Isa. 46. 8.) till they see what Beasts they have hitherto made themselves.
that a Stop may be put to the growing Contagion of their pernicious Examples, and they themselves may be awakened to Remember and show themselves Men, (Isaiah 46. 8.) till they see what Beasts they have hitherto made themselves.
And here we are taught, that our Endeavours of this kind must be speedy, lest our help come too late; we must be active and industrious, that our help may be effectual; and all our Endeavours must proceed from Love, as prompted by a Desire to save the Life, the Soul of our offending and endangered Brother. III. We have here, The Rule of Caution: Hating even the Garment spotted by the Flesh.
And Here we Are taught, that our Endeavours of this kind must be speedy, lest our help come too late; we must be active and Industria, that our help may be effectual; and all our Endeavours must proceed from Love, as prompted by a Desire to save the Life, the Soul of our offending and endangered Brother. III. We have Here, The Rule of Caution: Hating even the Garment spotted by the Flesh.
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Waving therefore many other Particulars which might be fitly gathered from the Words, we shall summ up their main Scope and Import, especially with respect to the present Occasion, in the following Proposition or Point of Doctrine, viz. That it is the Duty of every Christian,
Waving Therefore many other Particulars which might be fitly gathered from the Words, we shall sum up their main Scope and Import, especially with respect to the present Occasion, in the following Proposition or Point of Doctrine, viz. That it is the Duty of every Christian,
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In speaking to which Proposition, I shall, with what Plainness and Brevity I can, treat on these Three Heads following, viz. I. Of the Duty to be performed.
In speaking to which Proposition, I shall, with what Plainness and Brevity I can, Treat on these Three Heads following, viz. I Of the Duty to be performed.
1. Error in the Fundamentals of Religion and Impiety, or Loosness of Conversation, do certainly expose those who live and die in them to utter Destruction.
1. Error in the Fundamentals of Religion and Impiety, or Looseness of Conversation, do Certainly expose those who live and die in them to utter Destruction.
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There is nothing plainer in the Word of God, than that a lewd and vicious Life, impenitently persisted in, will certainly issue in the utter Destruction both of Soul and Body. They that live like Beasts on Earth, must certainly be the Companions of Devils in Hell.
There is nothing plainer in the Word of God, than that a lewd and vicious Life, impenitently persisted in, will Certainly issue in the utter Destruction both of Soul and Body. They that live like Beasts on Earth, must Certainly be the Sodales of Devils in Hell.
Yet the Apostle Paul reckons Heresies among the Works of the Flesh ▪ Gal. 5. 20 and assur•s us the Word of su•h eateth as a Canker, 2 Tim. 2. 17. and bids us beware of such, as we love our Souls, Tit. 3. 10. 'Tis little considered by many, that a sound Faith is as necessary to Salvation as a good Life; nay, these two are indeed inseparable. If the Plague of Leprosie be in the Head, the whole Person is thereby rendred unclean, Lev. 13. 44. He is in danger of perishing himself, and his Society becomes infectious.
Yet the Apostle Paul reckons Heresies among the Works of the Flesh ▪ Gal. 5. 20 and assur•s us the Word of su•h Eateth as a Canker, 2 Tim. 2. 17. and bids us beware of such, as we love our Souls, Tit. 3. 10. It's little considered by many, that a found Faith is as necessary to Salvation as a good Life; nay, these two Are indeed inseparable. If the Plague of Leprosy be in the Head, the Whole Person is thereby rendered unclean, Lev. 13. 44. He is in danger of perishing himself, and his Society becomes infectious.
I know this Matter hath been carried too far by some who have rashly haereticated their Brethren, and boldly usurped the Title of Orthodox to themselves, and (not knowing what Spirit they are of) would cast out of the Church, and (if it were in their Power) ou• of Heaven too, all that cannot glibly pronounce their Shibboleth.
I know this Matter hath been carried too Far by Some who have rashly haereticated their Brothers, and boldly usurped the Title of Orthodox to themselves, and (not knowing what Spirit they Are of) would cast out of the Church, and (if it were in their Power) ou• of Heaven too, all that cannot glibly pronounce their Shibboleth.
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We are to contend earnestly for the Faith once delivered to the Saints, Jude 3. And the Corrupters of that Faith are to be looked upon as the most dangerous Enemies Religion hath.
We Are to contend earnestly for the Faith once Delivered to the Saints, U^de 3. And the Corrupters of that Faith Are to be looked upon as the most dangerous Enemies Religion hath.
All these lay dangerous Snares for the Souls of ignorant and unstable Men. If our Faith be blind, our Practice will be lame; and both the one and the other of these will sadly find at last that they have but deceived themselves,
All these lay dangerous Snares for the Souls of ignorant and unstable Men. If our Faith be blind, our Practice will be lame; and both the one and the other of these will sadly find At last that they have but deceived themselves,
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or been deceived by others, with vain words, Eph. 5. 6. 2. Yet while we are in the present probationary State, there is hope that those who are involved in these Snares of Death may be rescued from them.
or been deceived by Others, with vain words, Ephesians 5. 6. 2. Yet while we Are in the present probationary State, there is hope that those who Are involved in these Snares of Death may be rescued from them.
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The great Shepherd and Bishop of Souls came to seek and to save that which was lost, Luk. 19. 10. And the great Design of the Gospel is to publish Pardon and Life to the Penitent, without Exception. Jesus Christ (the Apostle acquaints us) came into the world to save sinners, not excluding the very chief, 1 Tim. 1. 15. And it is often seen, that Publicans and Harlots enter in before proud Pharisees and confident Self-justitiaries, Matth. 21. 31.
The great Shepherd and Bishop of Souls Come to seek and to save that which was lost, Luk. 19. 10. And the great Design of the Gospel is to publish Pardon and Life to the Penitent, without Exception. jesus christ (the Apostle acquaints us) Come into the world to save Sinners, not excluding the very chief, 1 Tim. 1. 15. And it is often seen, that Publicans and Harlots enter in before proud Pharisees and confident Self-justiciaries, Matthew 21. 31.
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Where the Gospel is duly preached, it is glad tidings of great joy to all people, Luke 2. 10. 'Tis a black Catalogue to which the Apostle subjoins, such were some of you, 1 Cor. 6. 11. They who, as to their external Conversation, have been most blameless (tho' that be commendable) are not to be flattered, as if they needed no Repentance, or might get to Heaven without Regeneration, and Faith in the Death and Satisfaction of Jesus Christ; nor are the most guilty and abominable to be treated as if there were no hope for them upon true Repentance and Faith in the Redeemer.
Where the Gospel is duly preached, it is glad tidings of great joy to all people, Lycia 2. 10. It's a black Catalogue to which the Apostle subjoins, such were Some of you, 1 Cor. 6. 11. They who, as to their external Conversation, have been most blameless (though that be commendable) Are not to be flattered, as if they needed no Repentance, or might get to Heaven without Regeneration, and Faith in the Death and Satisfaction of jesus christ; nor Are the most guilty and abominable to be treated as if there were no hope for them upon true Repentance and Faith in the Redeemer.
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There is certainly a great deal of Truth in that Assertion of sundry of our old English Divines, viz. That all Men naturally have a strong Inclination to a Covenant of Works,
There is Certainly a great deal of Truth in that Assertion of sundry of our old English Divines, viz. That all Men naturally have a strong Inclination to a Covenant of Works,
God hath declared upon Oath, That he hath no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, Ezek. 18. 32. and ch. 33. 11. And the long Exercise of his Patience towards guilty Sinners, may abundantly assure us of it;
God hath declared upon Oath, That he hath no pleasure in the death of him that Dieth, Ezekiel 18. 32. and changed. 33. 11. And the long Exercise of his Patience towards guilty Sinners, may abundantly assure us of it;
much more, when we consider the Gifts that our risen and ascended Lord hath given to men, (Eph. 4. 8.) the Ordinances he hath se•tled in his Church; the Charge he hath entrusted every Man with, not only of his own, but likewise of his Brother 's Soul:
much more, when we Consider the Gifts that our risen and ascended Lord hath given to men, (Ephesians 4. 8.) the Ordinances he hath se•tled in his Church; the Charge he hath Entrusted every Man with, not only of his own, but likewise of his Brother is Soul:
So that the Preaching of the Word, the Administration of Sacraments, the Wise and Spiritual Management of Discipline, Fraternal Correption, the Shining Light of a Good Example, Providential Chastisements, are all so many proper Helps to reduce Sinners from the Error of their Ways, and prevent that Ruine which will else certainly and speedily overtake them.
So that the Preaching of the Word, the Administration of Sacraments, the Wise and Spiritual Management of Discipline, Fraternal Correption, the Shining Light of a Good Exampl, Providential Chastisements, Are all so many proper Helps to reduce Sinners from the Error of their Ways, and prevent that Ruin which will Else Certainly and speedily overtake them.
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Whether, or how far Errors (even the most dangerous) are punishable or restrainable by the Magistrate's Sword, is a Question that hath been boldly ventilated; but whether accurately decided or no, of late, I shall not determine:
Whither, or how Far Errors (even the most dangerous) Are punishable or restrainable by the Magistrate's Sword, is a Question that hath been boldly ventilated; but whither accurately decided or no, of late, I shall not determine:
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All the Difficulty is, to get Men to the Discharge of a Plain and Necessary Duty, to the Performance of which they are under all the Obligations of Loyalty both to their Heavenly and Earthly King; of Conscience to their Solemn Oaths; of Interest (if the Peace of their Consciences,
All the Difficulty is, to get Men to the Discharge of a Plain and Necessary Duty, to the Performance of which they Are under all the Obligations of Loyalty both to their Heavenly and Earthly King; of Conscience to their Solemn Oaths; of Interest (if the Peace of their Consciences,
and their good Reputation among Men, be looked upon by them as any part of their Interest.) But while the gratifying of a Friend, or (which is worse) a deadly Enemy, a base Lust, is of more value with them (as with some it most evidently is) than all the above-mentioned Obligations, there is but too much Cause to fear that the so necessary, so much desired, and so hopefully-begun Work of Reformation of Manners will die in their hands. And then what Outcries their Consciences and their Posterity will e're long make against them, I leave them to think:
and their good Reputation among Men, be looked upon by them as any part of their Interest.) But while the gratifying of a Friend, or (which is Worse) a deadly Enemy, a base Lust, is of more valve with them (as with Some it most evidently is) than all the abovementioned Obligations, there is but too much Cause to Fear that the so necessary, so much desired, and so hopefully-begun Work of Reformation of Manners will die in their hands. And then what Outcries their Consciences and their Posterity will ever long make against them, I leave them to think:
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5. It is also the Duty of Ministers, by sound Doctrine, by serious Exhortation, and by the shining Light of an Exemplary Behaviour, to give all the Check they can to growing Error and Impiety.
5. It is also the Duty of Ministers, by found Doctrine, by serious Exhortation, and by the shining Light of an Exemplary Behaviour, to give all the Check they can to growing Error and Impiety.
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They are in a peculiar manner, the salt of the earth, and the light of the world, Matth. 5. 13, 14. They are sent on this very Errand, To turn men from darkness to light,
They Are in a peculiar manner, the salt of the earth, and the Light of the world, Matthew 5. 13, 14. They Are sent on this very Errand, To turn men from darkness to Light,
and from the power of Satan unto God, Acts 26. 18. It ought to be their whole Business to save themselves and those that hear them, 1 Tim. 4. 16. The Epistles to Timothy and Titus do thoroughly acquaint them with the Weight of their Work, Obligations, and Account: On the heedful Reading whereof, where is he to be found, that may not justly cry out, with the blessed Apostle St. Paul, Who is sufficient for these things? 2 Cor. 2. 16. And if it be difficult, faithfully to acquit our selves of so great a Trust, in any times, how much more must it be so in Times of so great Degeneracy as these last and worst of Days, the Ends of the World, the very Dreggs of Time, wherein not only our Persons, but our very Office is despised,
and from the power of Satan unto God, Acts 26. 18. It ought to be their Whole Business to save themselves and those that hear them, 1 Tim. 4. 16. The Epistles to Timothy and Titus do thoroughly acquaint them with the Weight of their Work, Obligations, and Account: On the heedful Reading whereof, where is he to be found, that may not justly cry out, with the blessed Apostle Saint Paul, Who is sufficient for these things? 2 Cor. 2. 16. And if it be difficult, faithfully to acquit our selves of so great a Trust, in any times, how much more must it be so in Times of so great Degeneracy as these last and worst of Days, the Ends of the World, the very Dregs of Time, wherein not only our Persons, but our very Office is despised,
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and we are accounted and used (as our Betters once were) as the very filth and off-scouring of all things, 1 Cor. 4. 13. Deists and Socinians on the one hand,
and we Are accounted and used (as our Betters once were) as the very filth and offscouring of all things, 1 Cor. 4. 13. Deists and socinians on the one hand,
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and giddy Enthusiasts on the other, having used all the Arts of subtile Malice to render Ministers and the Ministry base and contemptible; and to get us look'd upon by all whom they can influence, as a pack of Chargeable Cheats, useless, nay, Pernicious Impostors. These are Discouragements which some former Ages were, in a great measure, unacquainted with:
and giddy Enthusiasts on the other, having used all the Arts of subtle Malice to render Ministers and the Ministry base and contemptible; and to get us looked upon by all whom they can influence, as a pack of Chargeable Cheats, useless, nay, Pernicious Impostors. These Are Discouragements which Some former Ages were, in a great measure, unacquainted with:
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Yet will not all this, nor a great deal more, excuse us from doing what we can; no more than our Persenal Weaknesses will excuse others for hindring us, by their Oppositions or Ʋnderminings, from doing what else we might.
Yet will not all this, nor a great deal more, excuse us from doing what we can; no more than our Personal Weaknesses will excuse Others for hindering us, by their Oppositions or Ʋnderminings, from doing what Else we might.
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We are listed as Captains in Christ's Army, and we must endure Hardships, as good Soldiers of Jesus Christ, 2 Tim. 2, 3. We must labour to be excited by Difficulties, and emboldened by Opposition, and, not fearing the Faces of Men, to shew them their Transgressions and their Sins, Isa. 58. 1. To warn Sinners, that they die not, Ezek. 33. 7, 1. To reprove, rebuke, exhort, with all long-suffering and doctrine, 2 Tim. 4. 2. And then, whatever our present Entertainment or Success be, we shall at last be accepted and rewarded.
We Are listed as Captains in Christ's Army, and we must endure Hardships, as good Soldiers of jesus christ, 2 Tim. 2, 3. We must labour to be excited by Difficulties, and emboldened by Opposition, and, not fearing the Faces of Men, to show them their Transgressions and their Sins, Isaiah 58. 1. To warn Sinners, that they die not, Ezekiel 33. 7, 1. To reprove, rebuke, exhort, with all long-suffering and Doctrine, 2 Tim. 4. 2. And then, whatever our present Entertainment or Success be, we shall At last be accepted and rewarded.
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6. Yet is not this Work so peculiar to Magistrates and Ministers, but that all who profess themselves Christians are likewise obliged, according to their Abilities and Opportunities, to endeavour the Promotion and Furtherance of it.
6. Yet is not this Work so peculiar to Magistrates and Ministers, but that all who profess themselves Christians Are likewise obliged, according to their Abilities and Opportunities, to endeavour the Promotion and Furtherance of it.
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Magistracy and Ministry are distinct Offices, peculiarly appropriated to the great Ends of Restraining Wickedness, and Furthering and Countenancing Sobriety, Righteousness, and Godliness in the World:
Magistracy and Ministry Are distinct Offices, peculiarly appropriated to the great Ends of Restraining Wickedness, and Furthering and Countenancing Sobriety, Righteousness, and Godliness in the World:
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And were but what in this kind might and ought to be done, faithfully performed by Persons in Private Stations, the Work of Publick Persons would be rendred much easier to them.
And were but what in this kind might and ought to be done, faithfully performed by Persons in Private Stations, the Work of Public Persons would be rendered much Easier to them.
How impossible is it for Magistrates to execute Laws on obstinate Offenders, if no body will bring them Informations? How heavily must the Work of Ministers proceed,
How impossible is it for Magistrates to execute Laws on obstinate Offenders, if no body will bring them Informations? How heavily must the Work of Ministers proceed,
and the Trouble of Magistrates and Ministers therein, would but Christian Neighbours prudently watch over, and faithfully admonish one another? according to that Apostolical Injunction; Exhort one another daily,
and the Trouble of Magistrates and Ministers therein, would but Christian Neighbours prudently watch over, and faithfully admonish one Another? according to that Apostolical Injunction; Exhort one Another daily,
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But if Private Persons throw all their Duty upon Publick Officers, were they Angels, a great deal of it is like to be left undone. Consider seriously that pregnant and often-mentioned, but too little regarded Text, Lev. 19. 17. Thou shalt not hate thy Brother in thy heart;
But if Private Persons throw all their Duty upon Public Officers, were they Angels, a great deal of it is like to be left undone. Consider seriously that pregnant and often-mentioned, but too little regarded Text, Lev. 19. 17. Thou shalt not hate thy Brother in thy heart;
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We must admonish one another, reprove one another, and, if need be, inform of one another; (see Lev. 5. 1.) unless we have a mind to be guilty of each others Blood, and draw down Vengeance on the Nation, and Damnation on our own heads: He is not duly concerned for himself, that is concerned;
We must admonish one Another, reprove one Another, and, if need be, inform of one Another; (see Lev. 5. 1.) unless we have a mind to be guilty of each Others Blood, and draw down Vengeance on the nation, and Damnation on our own Heads: He is not duly concerned for himself, that is concerned;
7. The greater Advances Error and Impiety have made in any Part of the Visible Church, the more, strongly are all good Men engaged to appear with the utmost Vigour against them.
7. The greater Advances Error and Impiety have made in any Part of the Visible Church, the more, strongly Are all good Men engaged to appear with the utmost Vigour against them.
but if the Vessel fill with Water, and threaten to sink, each Man pumps for his Life, and puts to all his Strength. The least Declensions of Piety in a Nation that hath long enjoyed the Gospel, are of threatning Aspect; but when Wickedness comes — in like a Hood, and the impetuous Torrent threatens to bear down all before it, 'tis then of highest Concernment, that all, in whom there is left any Sense of God and Goodness, should unite as one Man, and apply all their Skill and Force for the taking timely and effectual Methods, in order to the preventing that utter Ruine that will else certainly overtake an impious and impenitent People.
but if the Vessel fill with Water, and threaten to sink, each Man pumps for his Life, and puts to all his Strength. The least Declensions of Piety in a nation that hath long enjoyed the Gospel, Are of threatening Aspect; but when Wickedness comes — in like a Hood, and the impetuous Torrent threatens to bear down all before it, it's then of highest Concernment, that all, in whom there is left any Sense of God and goodness, should unite as one Man, and apply all their Skill and Force for the taking timely and effectual Methods, in order to the preventing that utter Ruin that will Else Certainly overtake an impious and impenitent People.
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Righteousness exalteth a nation; but sin is a reproach [ and Ruine ] of any people, Prov. 14. 34. And if so, what's like to become of England? There needs little of a Spirit of Prophecy to pronounce its Doom,
Righteousness Exalteth a Nation; but since is a reproach [ and Ruin ] of any people, Curae 14. 34. And if so, what's like to become of England? There needs little of a Spirit of Prophecy to pronounce its Doom,
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In a word, Gross Ignorance, damnable Heresies, daring Blasphemies, vile Hypocrisie, scandalous Divisions, horrible Oppression, base Selfishness, insufferable Pride, and incorrigible Obstinacy, I think, hardly ever more prevail'd in a Land professing the Gospel,
In a word, Gross Ignorance, damnable Heresies, daring Blasphemies, vile Hypocrisy, scandalous Divisions, horrible Oppression, base Selfishness, insufferable Pride, and incorrigible Obstinacy, I think, hardly ever more prevailed in a Land professing the Gospel,
than they do in England at this Day. So that we may well say, in the Words of the Prophet, Isa. 1. 9. Except the Lord of hosts had left unto us a very small remnant, we should have been as Sodom,
than they do in England At this Day. So that we may well say, in the Words of the Prophet, Isaiah 1. 9. Except the Lord of hosts had left unto us a very small remnant, we should have been as Sodom,
And what can such a State of things bespeak, of that very small remnant, but that they endeavour speedily to stand in the breach, to turn away divine wrath? Psal. 106. 23. That they be cloathed with Zeal for the Honour of God, and the real Reformation of a sinful People:
And what can such a State of things bespeak, of that very small remnant, but that they endeavour speedily to stand in the breach, to turn away divine wrath? Psalm 106. 23. That they be clothed with Zeal for the Honour of God, and the real Reformation of a sinful People:
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And who knows but the Prayers and Endeavours of the few, may prevail against the Impieties and Blasphemies of the many of those hardened and obstinate Sinners among us, that yet hate Instruction, and refuse to be Reformed?
And who knows but the Prayers and Endeavours of the few, may prevail against the Impieties and Blasphemies of the many of those hardened and obstinate Sinners among us, that yet hate Instruction, and refuse to be Reformed?
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but we are to be prudent in our Applications to Persons of different Ranks, Capacities, and Qualifications. See how the Apostle directs in relation hereto, 1 Tim. 5. 1, 2. Rebuke not an elder, but intreat him as a father;
but we Are to be prudent in our Applications to Persons of different Ranks, Capacities, and Qualifications. See how the Apostle directs in Relation hereto, 1 Tim. 5. 1, 2. Rebuke not an elder, but entreat him as a father;
Reproofs are Arrows that must not be shot at Rovers. It must be considered not only what every one needs, but wh•t he can bear, and what he is like to make a right use of;
Reproofs Are Arrows that must not be shot At Rovers. It must be considered not only what every one needs, but wh•t he can bear, and what he is like to make a right use of;
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Persons in Publick Stations are not to be made vile, (unless they have first, in an extraordinary manner, made themselves so,) lest the Office fall with the Person, and the Ignominy of the one issue in the Detriment of the other.
Persons in Public Stations Are not to be made vile, (unless they have First, in an extraordinary manner, made themselves so,) lest the Office fallen with the Person, and the Ignominy of the one issue in the Detriment of the other.
So likewise as to Faults, we must take heed that we use not the same sharpness of Rebuke, or severity of Prosecution, on account of smaller Infirmities, or sudden Surprizes, or single Instances of Transgression,
So likewise as to Faults, we must take heed that we use not the same sharpness of Rebuke, or severity of Prosecution, on account of smaller Infirmities, or sudden Surprises, or single Instances of Transgression,
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and even where our Brother's Offence is more heinous, we are still to mix Pity with our greatest and most just Severity; as considering the Frailty of Human Nature, the Malice and Subtilty of the Tempter, considering our selves,
and even where our Brother's Offence is more heinous, we Are still to mix Pity with our greatest and most just Severity; as considering the Frailty of Human Nature, the Malice and Subtlety of the Tempter, considering our selves,
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lest we also be tempted, Gal. 6. 1. He hath little Sense of his own Frailty that insults over another's Folly. 'Tis true, this must not hinder us from punishing, or bringing to Punishment, obstinate Offenders;
lest we also be tempted, Gal. 6. 1. He hath little Sense of his own Frailty that insults over another's Folly. It's true, this must not hinder us from punishing, or bringing to Punishment, obstinate Offenders;
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when we are forced upon such unpleasing Work. Even God himself stiles Judgment his strange Act, Isa. 28. 21. And it would fare hard enough with the best of us, should he (with Strictness and Rigour) mark Iniquity; should he lay judgment to the line,
when we Are forced upon such unpleasing Work. Even God himself stile Judgement his strange Act, Isaiah 28. 21. And it would fare hard enough with the best of us, should he (with Strictness and Rigour) mark Iniquity; should he lay judgement to the line,
and righteousness to the plummet, as the Expressions are, Psal. 130. 3. Isa. 28. 17. 3. Our Endeavours for the Reformation of Others, must be accompanied with, and encouraged by the Hope of Desired Success;
and righteousness to the plummet, as the Expressions Are, Psalm 130. 3. Isaiah 28. 17. 3. Our Endeavours for the Reformation of Others, must be accompanied with, and encouraged by the Hope of Desired Success;
That we shall deliver our own Souls, (Ezek. 14. 14.) that we shall save our Brother's Soul from Death, (Jam. 5. 20.) and that we shall contribute to the turning away of Wrath from a sinful Land,
That we shall deliver our own Souls, (Ezekiel 14. 14.) that we shall save our Brother's Soul from Death, (Jam. 5. 20.) and that we shall contribute to the turning away of Wrath from a sinful Land,
It was Hope encouraged the Ninevites to repent and reform, when they had heard the dreadful Doom of utter Destruction denounced against them by the Prophet Jonah, Jon. 3. 4, 9. And, blessed be God, our Case, though sad, is not so desperate as not to leave us any encouraging Grounds of Hope. The Experience we have had of the Divine Favour, in delivering us from the intolerable Miseries of Popery and Slavery by a just War, and from the remaining Miseries of War by an happy Peace; the Preservation of the King's Life in so many Dangers as he hath been exposed to, both at Home and Abroad; His Majesty's Forwardness to countenance the Work of Reformation by his Speeches to the Parliament, Proclamation to all his Subjects, and by being himself a Pattern of what he recommends; together with the like Forwardness in the High Court of Parliament, and the most eminently dignified and distinguished Persons both in Church and State; the Readiness of many, both in City and Country, to join in this blessed Work; and the visible Success of their honest and pious Endeavours. These, sure, give us some Ground of Hope, and Encouragement to expect, that our Labour in this matter, shall not be in vain: But that if we heartily set to the Work, God will work with us,
It was Hope encouraged the Ninevites to Repent and reform, when they had herd the dreadful Doom of utter Destruction denounced against them by the Prophet Jonah, Jon. 3. 4, 9. And, blessed be God, our Case, though sad, is not so desperate as not to leave us any encouraging Grounds of Hope. The Experience we have had of the Divine Favour, in delivering us from the intolerable Misery's of Popery and Slavery by a just War, and from the remaining Misery's of War by an happy Peace; the Preservation of the King's Life in so many Dangers as he hath been exposed to, both At Home and Abroad; His Majesty's Forwardness to countenance the Work of Reformation by his Speeches to the Parliament, Proclamation to all his Subject's, and by being himself a Pattern of what he recommends; together with the like Forwardness in the High Court of Parliament, and the most eminently dignified and distinguished Persons both in Church and State; the Readiness of many, both in city and Country, to join in this blessed Work; and the visible Success of their honest and pious Endeavours. These, sure, give us Some Ground of Hope, and Encouragement to expect, that our Labour in this matter, shall not be in vain: But that if we heartily Set to the Work, God will work with us,
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We may well say with Admiration, Lord! what is man, that thou shouldst cloath him with such Honour! The Apostle St. Paul thought it worthy of his utmost Acknowledgements, that God should so highly honour him,
We may well say with Admiration, Lord! what is man, that thou Shouldst cloth him with such Honour! The Apostle Saint Paul Thought it worthy of his utmost Acknowledgements, that God should so highly honour him,
as to account him faithful, and put him into the Ministery, 1 Tim. 1. 12. In a proportionable measure every one is greatly honoured of God that is made an Instrument to convert an erring Brother, and by turning a Sinner from the error of his way, to save a Soul from Death, and hide a multitude of Sins, Jam. 5. 20. 'Tis the Joy of Angels to behold the Conversion of Sinners, (Luke 15. 10.) it must needs then be the Glory of Mortals to be instrumental in it.
as to account him faithful, and put him into the Ministry, 1 Tim. 1. 12. In a proportionable measure every one is greatly honoured of God that is made an Instrument to convert an erring Brother, and by turning a Sinner from the error of his Way, to save a Soul from Death, and hide a multitude of Sins, Jam. 5. 20. It's the Joy of Angels to behold the Conversion of Sinners, (Lycia 15. 10.) it must needs then be the Glory of Mortals to be instrumental in it.
and to be the Saviour, is one of his most glorious Titles: What must it be then for us to be subservient to him in this great Work, and to be conformed to him, in saving our selves and others? Such Honour have all his Saints!
and to be the Saviour, is one of his most glorious Titles: What must it be then for us to be subservient to him in this great Work, and to be conformed to him, in Saving our selves and Others? Such Honour have all his Saints!
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They that take upon them the Work of Reforming others had need look well to themselves; such are as a City set on a Hill, which cannot be hid, Matth. 5. 14. They that envy or hate our Endeavours for Reformation, will be forward to spy out and aggravate our Miscarriages:
They that take upon them the Work of Reforming Others had need look well to themselves; such Are as a city Set on a Hill, which cannot be hid, Matthew 5. 14. They that envy or hate our Endeavours for Reformation, will be forward to spy out and aggravate our Miscarriages:
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And though, when all's done, it cannot be expected we should be Angels, yet it becomes us to labour to be of the best of Men; that none may justly taunt us with that Proverb, Physician, heal thy self, Luke 4. 23. Meekness, Prudence, Watchfulness, Zeal, Self-denial, Brotherly-love, must shine brightly in the whole course of our Behaviour,
And though, when all's done, it cannot be expected we should be Angels, yet it becomes us to labour to be of the best of Men; that none may justly taunt us with that Proverb, physician, heal thy self, Lycia 4. 23. Meekness, Prudence, Watchfulness, Zeal, Self-denial, Brotherly love, must shine brightly in the Whole course of our Behaviour,
but the man that shall touch them, must be fenced with iron, and the staff of a spear, 2 Sam. 23. 6, 7. With these there is no dallying. God and the Magistrate have put it into our Power to punish them; and we draw the Guilt of their Blood, and the Hurt they may do, by their infectious Example, to the Souls of others, upon our own Heads,
but the man that shall touch them, must be fenced with iron, and the staff of a spear, 2 Sam. 23. 6, 7. With these there is no dallying. God and the Magistrate have put it into our Power to Punish them; and we draw the Gilded of their Blood, and the Hurt they may do, by their infectious Exampl, to the Souls of Others, upon our own Heads,
for the present, count us their Enemies, perhaps they will not do so always. However, 'tis better bearing the Efforts of their Anger than the Burthen of their Guilt.
for the present, count us their Enemies, perhaps they will not do so always. However, it's better bearing the Efforts of their Anger than the Burden of their Gilded.
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but because he did it coldly, and restrained them not, God chargeth the Guilt, and exacteth the Punishment of their Impieties on his Person and whole Posterity, vide 1 Sam. 3. 11, 12, 13, 14. True Zeal will make us speedy in our Endeavours to reclaim Sinners, lest the proper Season for it be lost;
but Because he did it coldly, and restrained them not, God charges the Gilded, and exacteth the Punishment of their Impieties on his Person and Whole Posterity, vide 1 Sam. 3. 11, 12, 13, 14. True Zeal will make us speedy in our Endeavours to reclaim Sinners, lest the proper Season for it be lost;
active and industrious, both to discover Sin, and bring the Sinner to just Shame and Punishment; that our Sloth occasion not the Growth of Impiety, and the Spreading of this Fire, till all be devoured by it.
active and Industria, both to discover since, and bring the Sinner to just Shame and Punishment; that our Sloth occasion not the Growth of Impiety, and the Spreading of this Fire, till all be devoured by it.
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And above all, we must see that our Zeal be not of an earthly, much less an hellish Original; that it be not owing either to our Self-love, or our Envy to, or Hatred of our Brethren:
And above all, we must see that our Zeal be not of an earthly, much less an hellish Original; that it be not owing either to our Self-love, or our Envy to, or Hatred of our Brothers:
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We are to love our Neighbour as our selves, and therefore our selves in the first place; especially this is to be observed in Matters of a spiritual nature, and wherein the Health and Happiness of our Souls is concerned.
We Are to love our Neighbour as our selves, and Therefore our selves in the First place; especially this is to be observed in Matters of a spiritual nature, and wherein the Health and Happiness of our Souls is concerned.
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When the Apostle had been giving Rules for our Behaviour towards others, in order to their Recovery and Reformation, he subjoins, hating even the garment spotted by ihe flesh.
When the Apostle had been giving Rules for our Behaviour towards Others, in order to their Recovery and Reformation, he subjoins, hating even the garment spotted by ihe Flesh.
Else Prayer may become Sin, Sacrifice an Abomination, and the Execution of Justice Murther; as it was in Jehu 's Case, Hos. 1. 4. See then that the Love of God and Christ,
Else Prayer may become since, Sacrifice an Abomination, and the Execution of justice Murder; as it was in Jehu is Case, Hos. 1. 4. See then that the Love of God and christ,
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and Souls, constrain us; that we have no Squint-regards to our own Credit, or Secular Advantage, much less that we be not puffed up with the haughty Pride of thinking more highly of our selves than is meet to think;
and Souls, constrain us; that we have no Squint-regards to our own Credit, or Secular Advantage, much less that we be not puffed up with the haughty Pride of thinking more highly of our selves than is meet to think;
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that our Looks and Gesture do not say, what we would be ashamed our Tongue and Lips should, Stand off, I am holier than thou, Isa. 65. 5. But let our Hearts and Consciences bear us witness, that we sincerely aim at the Glory of God, the Salvation of Men, the Good of the present Age and Posterity, and the keeping our selves from partaking of the Sins of the Times and Places where we live, that so we may shun the Punishment due to them.
that our Looks and Gesture do not say, what we would be ashamed our Tongue and Lips should, Stand off, I am Holier than thou, Isaiah 65. 5. But let our Hearts and Consciences bear us witness, that we sincerely aim At the Glory of God, the Salvation of Men, the Good of the present Age and Posterity, and the keeping our selves from partaking of the Sins of the Times and Places where we live, that so we may shun the Punishment due to them.
God needeth not my lie to his glory, (Rom. 3. 7, 8.) nor must I go out of my place, tho' it were to stay his Ark when ready to fall, (2 Sam. 6. 6, 7, 8.) Blessed be God, we want not warrantable Means enough, to promote the good Ends of Reformation, that we should need to betake our selves to unlawful or doubtful ones:
God needs not my lie to his glory, (Rom. 3. 7, 8.) nor must I go out of my place, though it were to stay his Ark when ready to fallen, (2 Sam. 6. 6, 7, 8.) Blessed be God, we want not warrantable Means enough, to promote the good Ends of Reformation, that we should need to betake our selves to unlawful or doubtful ones:
Nor do I in the least suspect your combining into Societies, or the Magistrates concealing the Names of Informers (especially in some Cases) for such. They have both of them been so fully vindicated by abler hands, that I need say nothing of them here.
Nor do I in the least suspect your combining into Societies, or the Magistrates concealing the Names of Informers (especially in Some Cases) for such. They have both of them been so Fully vindicated by abler hands, that I need say nothing of them Here.
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2. We ought to take heed, lest the frequent conversing with gross and notorious Sinners (as we think, with a Design to reform them) do gradually and insensibly abate our Abhorrence of Sin,
2. We ought to take heed, lest the frequent conversing with gross and notorious Sinners (as we think, with a Design to reform them) do gradually and insensibly abate our Abhorrence of since,
It is sometimes seen that a Physician catcheth the Disease he was sent for to cure. If we choose bad Men for our Companions, it is a sign we are such our selves;
It is sometime seen that a physician Catches the Disease he was sent for to cure. If we choose bad Men for our Sodales, it is a Signen we Are such our selves;
and if we are cast into their Company, be the Occasion what it will, we are to look upon it as an Hour of Temptation, and accordingly to double our Watch, by awakening the Fear of God and the Hatred of Sin in our Souls.
and if we Are cast into their Company, be the Occasion what it will, we Are to look upon it as an Hour of Temptation, and accordingly to double our Watch, by awakening the fear of God and the Hatred of since in our Souls.
It is a dreadful thing to behold Sin with an unconcerned Indifferency of Spirit, or to hear the Name of God blasphemed, without being moved with inward Horror and Remorse. We ought to enter a solemn Protest, in the Secret of our Souls, against all that Impiety we are constrained to be Witnesses to;
It is a dreadful thing to behold since with an unconcerned Indifferency of Spirit, or to hear the Name of God blasphemed, without being moved with inward Horror and Remorse. We ought to enter a solemn Protest, in the Secret of our Souls, against all that Impiety we Are constrained to be Witnesses to;
yea, and to make our inward Displeasure against it visible and evident by all proper and prudent Methods. Thus we read, Just Lot vexed his righteous soul from day to day, in seeing and hearing the ungodly deeds of the impure Sodomites, 2 Pet. 2. 8. We must keep,
yea, and to make our inward Displeasure against it visible and evident by all proper and prudent Methods. Thus we read, Just Lot vexed his righteous soul from day to day, in seeing and hearing the ungodly Deeds of the impure Sodomites, 2 Pet. 2. 8. We must keep,
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as far as we can, from the contagious Breath of impudent Sinners. And even while Their and the Common Good obligeth us to converse with them, our own must engage us to be upon our Guard. We must have no fellowship with those unfruitful works of darkness which we are called to reprove and suppress, Eph. 5. 11. Our corrupt Natures are like Tinder, apt to catch Fire at every Spark; and therefore,
as Far as we can, from the contagious Breath of impudent Sinners. And even while Their and the Common Good obliges us to converse with them, our own must engage us to be upon our Guard. We must have no fellowship with those unfruitful works of darkness which we Are called to reprove and suppress, Ephesians 5. 11. Our corrupt Nature's Are like Tinder, apt to catch Fire At every Spark; and Therefore,
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as ever in the first place to maintain the same Jealousie over our selves. He forfeits his Innocency and his Peace (two of the most precious Jewels in the World) that grows bold with Temptation. Let us therefore be sober and vigilant, because our Adversary the Devil goeth about as a roaring Lion, seeking whom he may devour, 1 Pet. 5. 8. The better we are, or seem to be, and the more excellent and useful the Work we are engaged in is, the greater is Satan's Malice against us;
as ever in the First place to maintain the same Jealousy over our selves. He forfeits his Innocency and his Peace (two of the most precious Jewels in the World) that grows bold with Temptation. Let us Therefore be Sobrium and vigilant, Because our Adversary the devil Goes about as a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour, 1 Pet. 5. 8. The better we Are, or seem to be, and the more excellent and useful the Work we Are engaged in is, the greater is Satan's Malice against us;
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I should now proceed to the Third General Inquiry, the Import whereof is, to set before you the Obligations we lie under to endeavour the Reformation of others,
I should now proceed to the Third General Inquiry, the Import whereof is, to Set before you the Obligations we lie under to endeavour the Reformation of Others,
But the Matter treated of under the former Inquiries, hath so multiplied and lengthened on my hands, that instead of a more distinct Consideration of the several Obligations that lie upon us to so important a Duty; I must content my self with a brief Representation of them, in the way of an Hortatory Address to the Worthy Gentlemen of the Society for Reformation of Manners in this Palce;
But the Matter treated of under the former Inquiries, hath so multiplied and lengthened on my hands, that instead of a more distinct Consideration of the several Obligations that lie upon us to so important a Duty; I must content my self with a brief Representation of them, in the Way of an Hortatory Address to the Worthy Gentlemen of the Society for Reformation of Manners in this Palce;
Let me therefore (Much Honoured and Dearly Beloved) in the Name of my great Lord and Master, beseech and exhort you, as you have put your Hand to this Plough, so not to entertain the least Thought of looking back, Luke 9. 62. Let no Discouragements affright you from continuing with unwearied Diligence in the Prosecution of your Endeavours,
Let me Therefore (Much Honoured and Dearly beloved) in the Name of my great Lord and Master, beseech and exhort you, as you have put your Hand to this Plough, so not to entertain the least Thought of looking back, Lycia 9. 62. Let no Discouragements affright you from Continuing with unwearied Diligence in the Prosecution of your Endeavours,
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Error and Impiety have their Patrons and Advocates every where, and they are bold, restless, and importunate; be not you ashamed or affraid to plead the Cause of Truth and Holiness, which is evidently, and beyond Dispute, the Cause of God.
Error and Impiety have their Patrons and Advocates every where, and they Are bold, restless, and importunate; be not you ashamed or afraid to plead the Cause of Truth and Holiness, which is evidently, and beyond Dispute, the Cause of God.
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the God who made you and redeemed you, the God whom you profess to love and serve, the God who hath prepared a Crown of Glory and blessed Immortality for all them who are Faithful to his Interests, here on Earth,
the God who made you and redeemed you, the God whom you profess to love and serve, the God who hath prepared a Crown of Glory and blessed Immortality for all them who Are Faithful to his Interests, Here on Earth,
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and who is able to punish with inconceivable, endless Torments of Body and Soul, all those who falsly betray their Trust, and hath threatened so to do.
and who is able to Punish with inconceivable, endless Torments of Body and Soul, all those who falsely betray their Trust, and hath threatened so to do.
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and seeth his Brother have need, and shutteth up his Bowels of Compassion from him, do thereby evidence himself utterly devoid of the Grace of Charity, as the Apostle assures us, (1 John 3. 17.) What Charity, what Love to God or Man can he be thought to have, that seeth his Brother running post in the direct Road to Hell, and will do nothing to stop or turn him? Do I need to set before you the Excellency of your Work? To oppose the Kingdom of Satan, and the Powers of Darkness; To Advance the Kingdom and Interest of God, and our Lord Jesus Christ; to Rescue poor Souls from Temporal and Eternal Destruction; to Promote the Security, Peace, and Happiness of your Native Country: All this, the Work you are engaged in, hath a visible Relation and hopeful Tendency to.
and sees his Brother have need, and shutteth up his Bowels of Compassion from him, do thereby evidence himself utterly devoid of the Grace of Charity, as the Apostle assures us, (1 John 3. 17.) What Charity, what Love to God or Man can he be Thought to have, that sees his Brother running post in the Direct Road to Hell, and will do nothing to stop or turn him? Do I need to Set before you the Excellency of your Work? To oppose the Kingdom of Satan, and the Powers of Darkness; To Advance the Kingdom and Interest of God, and our Lord jesus christ; to Rescue poor Souls from Temporal and Eternal Destruction; to Promote the Security, Peace, and Happiness of your Native Country: All this, the Work you Are engaged in, hath a visible Relation and hopeful Tendency to.
Consider farther, whose Character it was, that he went about doing good, Acts 10. 38. and how much it is your Concern, and will be your Credit, to be Followers of him. Remember also, that it is too late after Vows, to make enquiry, Prov. 20. 25. You are the devoted Servants of God-Redeemer by the Bonds of your Holy Baptism, in which you were listed as Christ's Soldiers, and engaged in a perpetual War against Satan, your own Flesh, and this present evil World. Christ came into the world, to destroy the works of the devil, 1 John 3. 8. and we are under all imaginable Obligations to be subservient unto him in that great Design of his.
Consider farther, whose Character it was, that he went about doing good, Acts 10. 38. and how much it is your Concern, and will be your Credit, to be Followers of him. remember also, that it is too late After Vows, to make enquiry, Curae 20. 25. You Are the devoted Servants of God-Redeemer by the Bonds of your Holy Baptism, in which you were listed as Christ's Soldiers, and engaged in a perpetual War against Satan, your own Flesh, and this present evil World. christ Come into the world, to destroy the works of the Devil, 1 John 3. 8. and we Are under all imaginable Obligations to be subservient unto him in that great Design of his.
Besides, I might urge upon you the heavy Judgments growing Sensuality and Profaneness have brought upon other Countries and our own; the wonderful Patience God hath long exercised towards us;
Beside, I might urge upon you the heavy Judgments growing Sensuality and Profaneness have brought upon other Countries and our own; the wondered Patience God hath long exercised towards us;
and the innumerable Benefits and Favours he hath conferred upon us: So that if we now neglect a real and hearty Reformation, and Return to God, we shew our selves the most stupid and ungrateful Creatures upon Earth.
and the innumerable Benefits and Favours he hath conferred upon us: So that if we now neglect a real and hearty Reformation, and Return to God, we show our selves the most stupid and ungrateful Creatures upon Earth.
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If the present Conjuncture seem not to us a fit and favourable one, to undertake and go through with such a Work, when do we hope there may such a one arise? Are we ever like to have a Prince that will more favour Reformation? Do we ever expect better Laws to enable us for it? Can we hope (till the Work it self have made some considerable Progress) to find the Nation in a greater readiness to embrace and comply with it? So that this seems to be the very critical Minute for England 's Reformation; and we have Reason to conclude, (or at least strongly to conjecture,) that it must be now or never. Let it be farther thought on, that the Desires and Expectations of all good Men, at Home and Abroad, are, that now something should be made of so good a Work.
If the present Conjuncture seem not to us a fit and favourable one, to undertake and go through with such a Work, when do we hope there may such a one arise? are we ever like to have a Prince that will more favour Reformation? Do we ever expect better Laws to enable us for it? Can we hope (till the Work it self have made Some considerable Progress) to find the nation in a greater readiness to embrace and comply with it? So that this seems to be the very critical Minute for England is Reformation; and we have Reason to conclude, (or At least strongly to conjecture,) that it must be now or never. Let it be farther Thought on, that the Desires and Expectations of all good Men, At Home and Abroad, Are, that now something should be made of so good a Work.
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Our poor Brethren of France, under all the Miseries and Hardships they endure, comfort themselves, that the Reformation and Settlement of the rest of the Protestant Churches, and of Ʋs in special, may be the Presage and Beginning of Peace, Rest, and Restauration unto them: And this hath been,
Our poor Brothers of France, under all the Misery's and Hardships they endure, Comfort themselves, that the Reformation and Settlement of the rest of the Protestant Churches, and of Ʋs in special, may be the Presage and Beginning of Peace, Rest, and Restauration unto them: And this hath been,
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too long been divided in Communion and Affection, and have thereby made our selves the Sport of our Enemies, and the Pity of our Friends; and all Endeavours hitherto used,
too long been divided in Communion and Affection, and have thereby made our selves the Sport of our Enemies, and the Pity of our Friends; and all Endeavours hitherto used,
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for the healing of our Breaches, have been fruitless and ineffectual: But I verily persuade my self, that if the Work of Reformation of Manners were but once brought to a considerable pitch of Perfection, the other would,
for the healing of our Breaches, have been fruitless and ineffectual: But I verily persuade my self, that if the Work of Reformation of Manners were but once brought to a considerable pitch of Perfection, the other would,
as it were, fall in of course: For, whence come wars and fightings among us, (even Ecclesiastical Wars, for I think it's too great a Solaecism to call them Religious ones,) come they not hence,
as it were, fallen in of course: For, whence come wars and fightings among us, (even Ecclesiastical Wars, for I think it's too great a Solecism to call them Religious ones,) come they not hence,
even of our Lusts that war in our Members, Jam. 4. 1. Again, What could more contribute to our Comfort in Death, and Confidence at Judgment, than our Faithfulness to God, and his Interest here in this World? When our Consciences should bear us witness, that we have shunned no Labour, Cost, Shame, or Suffering, so we might promote Righteousness, Godliness, and Sobriety, in the Places where we lived.
even of our Lustiest that war in our Members, Jam. 4. 1. Again, What could more contribute to our Comfort in Death, and Confidence At Judgement, than our Faithfulness to God, and his Interest Here in this World? When our Consciences should bear us witness, that we have shunned no Labour, Cost, Shame, or Suffering, so we might promote Righteousness, Godliness, and Sobriety, in the Places where we lived.
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Of how great Advantage might our Faithfulness and Success be, not only to the present Age, but to Posterity also? How might an happy Contagion spread it self over this and neighbouring Kingdoms? Vice has been propagated by Example; Who knows but (by the concurrent Blessing of Heaven) Vertue and Piety may be so too? And then how great Cause would Posterity have to rise up, and call us Blessed.
Of how great Advantage might our Faithfulness and Success be, not only to the present Age, but to Posterity also? How might an happy Contagion spread it self over this and neighbouring Kingdoms? Vice has been propagated by Exampl; Who knows but (by the concurrent Blessing of Heaven) Virtue and Piety may be so too? And then how great Cause would Posterity have to rise up, and call us Blessed.
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I close all with the Apostle's Exhortation, 1 Cor. 15. 58. Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord,
I close all with the Apostle's Exhortation, 1 Cor. 15. 58. Therefore, my Beloved brothers, be you steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord,
