The crovvn & glory of Christianity, or, Holiness, the only way to happiness discovered in LVIII sermons from Heb. 12. 14, where you have the necessity, excellency, rarity, beauty and glory of holiness set forth, with the resolution of many weighty questions and cases, also motives and means to perfect holiness : with many other things of very high and great importance to all the sons and daughters of men, that had rather be blessed then cursed, saved then damned / by Thomas Brooks ...
The Necessity, Excellency, Rarity, and Beauty of HOLINESSE. HEBREWS 12.14. Follow Peace with all men, and Holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord.
The Necessity, Excellency, Rarity, and Beauty of HOLINESS. HEBREWS 12.14. Follow Peace with all men, and Holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord.
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I Remember a saying of golden mouth'd Chrysostom, If I were (said he) the fittest man in the world to preach a Sermon to the whole world, gathered together in one Congregation,
I remember a saying of golden mouthed Chrysostom, If I were (said he) the Fittest man in the world to preach a Sermon to the Whole world, gathered together in one Congregation,
and were furnished with a voice of Brass, a voice as loud as the trumpet of the Arch-Angel, that all the world might hear me, I would choose to preach on no other text then that in Psalm 4.2.
and were furnished with a voice of Brass, a voice as loud as the trumpet of the Arch-Angel, that all the world might hear me, I would choose to preach on no other text then that in Psalm 4.2.
he left his Fathers bosome for souls, he trod the Wine-press of his Fathers wrath for souls; he prayed for souls; he payed for souls; he sweated for souls;
he left his Father's bosom for Souls, he trod the Winepress of his Father's wrath for Souls; he prayed for Souls; he paid for Souls; he sweated for Souls;
and O what an encouragement should this be to all his faithfull Messengers to woe for souls, to mourn for souls, to pray for souls, to study for souls,
and Oh what an encouragement should this be to all his faithful Messengers to woe for Souls, to mourn for Souls, to pray for Souls, to study for Souls,
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the Greek word NONLATINALPHABET translated follow, signifies to pursue and press after peace: As the persecutor pursues and presses after him he persecutes;
the Greek word translated follow, signifies to pursue and press After peace: As the persecutor pursues and presses After him he persecutes;
it notes an earnest, an eager, an affectionate, and an incessant pressing, and following after peace with all men, Psalm 34.14. Seek peace, and pursue it:
it notes an earnest, an eager, an affectionate, and an incessant pressing, and following After peace with all men, Psalm 34.14. Seek peace, and pursue it:
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holiness would make hell to be no hell, as the fire was no fire to those holy Worthies, Dan. 3.27. Look as unholiness would make heaven to be no heaven, yea, turn a heaven into a very hell.
holiness would make hell to be no hell, as the fire was no fire to those holy Worthies, Dan. 3.27. Look as unholiness would make heaven to be no heaven, yea, turn a heaven into a very hell.
Without which no man; This expression is Exclusive, no man, be he rich or poor, high or low, honourable or base, young or old, Jew or Gentile, bond or free, under one form or another, &c. Shall see the Lord. To see in the Hebrew phrase, is ordinarily used to enjoy, Psal. 4.6. Who will shew us any good? The word in the Hebrew is from NONLATINALPHABET to see, Who will make us to see any good!
Without which no man; This expression is Exclusive, no man, be he rich or poor, high or low, honourable or base, young or old, Jew or Gentile, bound or free, under one from or Another, etc. Shall see the Lord. To see in the Hebrew phrase, is ordinarily used to enjoy, Psalm 4.6. Who will show us any good? The word in the Hebrew is from to see, Who will make us to see any good!
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When Socrates was to die, he comforted himself with this, that he should go to a place where he should enjoy Homer and Musaeus, and other Worthies who lived before him.
When Socrates was to die, he comforted himself with this, that he should go to a place where he should enjoy Homer and Musaeus, and other Worthies who lived before him.
But ah, what an unspeakable comfort is this to a holy man when he comes to die, to consider that he is going to a place where he shall see the Lord, not as now through a glass darkly, but in all his heavenly bravery,
But ah, what an unspeakable Comfort is this to a holy man when he comes to die, to Consider that he is going to a place where he shall see the Lord, not as now through a glass darkly, but in all his heavenly bravery,
In my Text you have two things, First, An Exhortation to follow peace and holiness. Secondly, The Reason or Argument to enforce the duty prest, viz. Without which no man shall see the Lord.
In my Text you have two things, First, an Exhortation to follow peace and holiness. Secondly, The Reason or Argument to enforce the duty pressed, viz. Without which no man shall see the Lord.
But this holiness which was Adams choicest sparkling gemm of beauty, and his weightiest crown of glory, is by Satans policy long since fallen off from Adams head;
But this holiness which was Adams Choicest sparkling gem of beauty, and his Weightiest crown of glory, is by Satan policy long since fallen off from Adams head;
Now if we look upon man as fallen from that holiness which was his greatest honour, dignity and excellency, he is become a pile of dust, a puff of wind, saith one, a dream of a shadow saith another, a shadow of smoak, saith a third:
Now if we look upon man as fallen from that holiness which was his greatest honour, dignity and excellency, he is become a pile of dust, a puff of wind, Says one, a dream of a shadow Says Another, a shadow of smoke, Says a third:
yea, man faln from his primitive glory is become a very vanity, saith the Prophet, Psalm 39.5. Verily, Every man at his best state is altogether vanity.
yea, man fallen from his primitive glory is become a very vanity, Says the Prophet, Psalm 39.5. Verily, Every man At his best state is altogether vanity.
when he is best constituted and underlaid, when he stands a tiptoe, and is in the heighth and perfection of all creature comforts and contentments, is altogether, not in some measure,
when he is best constituted and underlaid, when he Stands a tiptoe, and is in the height and perfection of all creature comforts and contentment's, is altogether, not in Some measure,
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Secondly, There is an Imaginary holiness, a Conceited holiness, an Opinionative holiness, Prov. 30.12. There is a generation that are pure in their own eyes, and yet is not washed from their filthiness:
Secondly, There is an Imaginary holiness, a Conceited holiness, an Opinionative holiness, Curae 30.12. There is a generation that Are pure in their own eyes, and yet is not washed from their filthiness:
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their hands were black, their hearts were black, their works were black, and their ways were as black as hell and yet they durst say that none could say black was their eye:
their hands were black, their hearts were black, their works were black, and their ways were as black as hell and yet they durst say that none could say black was their eye:
filthiness had quite overspred them, and yet they thought to cover their filthiness with a vizzard of holiness (the worst men are commonly best conceited of themselves.) Ah friends, there hath been no generation wherein there hath not been such a generation of men who have wallowed in sin like Swine in the mire,
filthiness had quite overspread them, and yet they Thought to cover their filthiness with a vizard of holiness (the worst men Are commonly best conceited of themselves.) Ah Friends, there hath been no generation wherein there hath not been such a generation of men who have wallowed in since like Swine in the mire,
they were very licentious, very ungracious, very rebellious, very Superstitious, very Idolatrous, ver. 2, 3, 4. and yet counted themselves very religious:
they were very licentious, very ungracious, very rebellious, very Superstitious, very Idolatrous, ver. 2, 3, 4. and yet counted themselves very religious:
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when at the same time they practised the worst of wickedness, Mat. 23.5. Luke 30. & 18.11, 12. So those in Hos. 12.8. And Ephraim said, yet I am become rich, I have found me out substance:
when At the same time they practised the worst of wickedness, Mathew 23.5. Lycia 30. & 18.11, 12. So those in Hos. 12.8. And Ephraim said, yet I am become rich, I have found me out substance:
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Ephraims iniquities were grown ever his head (as may be seen throughout this whole Prophecy) and yet Ephraim cannot bear the being charged with iniquity:
Ephraim's iniquities were grown ever his head (as may be seen throughout this Whole Prophecy) and yet Ephraim cannot bear the being charged with iniquity:
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And so the Laodiceans were of the same temper of spirit, Rev. 3.17. Because thou saiest, I am rich, and increased with goods, and have need of nothing:
And so the Laodiceans were of the same temper of Spirit, Rev. 3.17. Because thou Sayest, I am rich, and increased with goods, and have need of nothing:
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thine own misery, nor Christs mercy: thine own insufficiency, nor Christs alsufficiency: thine own vanity, nor Christs glory, &c. Multi multa sciunt, se autem nemo:
thine own misery, nor Christ mercy: thine own insufficiency, nor Christ All-sufficiency: thine own vanity, nor Christ glory, etc. Multi Multa sciunt, se autem nemo:
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Bastards of old were not to inherit, but to be thrust out from among the true heirs, Judges 11.1, 2. Now Jepthah the Gileadite was a mighty man of valour,
Bastards of old were not to inherit, but to be thrust out from among the true Heirs, Judges 11.1, 2. Now Jephthah the Gileadite was a mighty man of valour,
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And Gileads wife bare him sons, and his wives sons grew up, and they thrust out Jephthah, and said unto him, Thou shalt not inherit in our Fathers house,
And Gilead's wife bore him Sons, and his wives Sons grew up, and they thrust out Jephthah, and said unto him, Thou shalt not inherit in our Father's house,
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Ah Sirs, you that are but bastard Christians, bastard Professors, bastard Believers, bastard Saints, you shall never inherit among the heirs of glory, but shall be thrust out for ever from the presence of the Lord,
Ah Sirs, you that Are but bastard Christians, bastard Professors, bastard Believers, bastard Saints, you shall never inherit among the Heirs of glory, but shall be thrust out for ever from the presence of the Lord,
and satisfied your spirits, and blest your souls in a bastard holiness, in a conceited holiness, Deut. 23.2. A bastard shall not inherit in the Congregation of the Lord:
and satisfied your spirits, and blessed your Souls in a bastard holiness, in a conceited holiness, Deuteronomy 23.2. A bastard shall not inherit in the Congregation of the Lord:
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and therefore this cannot be the holiness here meant: But, Thirdly, There is an outward, external visible holiness, which includes mens freedom from scandalous vices,
and Therefore this cannot be the holiness Here meant: But, Thirdly, There is an outward, external visible holiness, which includes men's freedom from scandalous vices,
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for they walked in all the commandments and ordinances of God blameless. And so the Apostles, 1 Thess. 2.10. For ye are witnesses, and God also, how holily, and justly, and unblameably we behaved our selves among you that believe:
for they walked in all the Commandments and ordinances of God blameless. And so the Apostles, 1 Thess 2.10. For you Are Witnesses, and God also, how holily, and justly, and unblamably we behaved our selves among you that believe:
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they were holy in Religious work, they were just in their Civil affairs and Commerce, and unblameable in their private carriage and behaviour amongst their familiar and most bosome friends.
they were holy in Religious work, they were just in their Civil affairs and Commerce, and unblameable in their private carriage and behaviour among their familiar and most bosom Friends.
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And this is that the Apostle presses upon Christians in Phil. 2.15. That ye may be blameless and harmeless, the sons of God, without rebuke, (or unblemished) in the midst of a crooked and perverse Nation, among whom ye shine (or shine ye) as lights in the world.
And this is that the Apostle presses upon Christians in Philip 2.15. That you may be blameless and harmless, the Sons of God, without rebuke, (or unblemished) in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom you shine (or shine you) as lights in the world.
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They that pretend their hearts are as good as the best, when their lives are as bad as the worst, shall experience this truth at last to their shame and cost, that without visible holiness here, there can be no fruition of God hereafter.
They that pretend their hearts Are as good as the best, when their lives Are as bad as the worst, shall experience this truth At last to their shame and cost, that without visible holiness Here, there can be no fruition of God hereafter.
As Judas had, and Simon Magus had, and Demas had, and the Scribes and Pharisees had, Matth. 23.25, 27, 28. We unto you Scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites;
As Judas had, and Simon Magus had, and Demas had, and the Scribes and Pharisees had, Matthew 23.25, 27, 28. We unto you Scribes and Pharisees, Hypocrites;
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It is said of Dionysius the Tyrant, that though he loved not the Philophers, yet he would wrap himself up in their cloaks, that men might have the better opinion of him:
It is said of Dionysius the Tyrant, that though he loved not the Philosophers, yet he would wrap himself up in their cloaks, that men might have the better opinion of him:
So there be many that put on an outward dress of holiness, that wrap themselves up in the cloak of holiness, that so others may take them for holy persons,
So there be many that put on an outward dress of holiness, that wrap themselves up in the cloak of holiness, that so Others may take them for holy Persons,
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Meer outward holiness will certainly leave a man short of heaven and happiness: but throughout-holiness will certainly lodge the soul in the bosome of God for ever.
Mere outward holiness will Certainly leave a man short of heaven and happiness: but throughout-holiness will Certainly lodge the soul in the bosom of God for ever.
It is true, all men reach not to an outward holiness; which made Athanasius wish, Ʋtinam omnes essent Hypocritae, Would to God that all were hypocrites:
It is true, all men reach not to an outward holiness; which made Athanasius wish, Ʋtinam omnes essent Hypocrites, Would to God that all were Hypocrites:
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yet all that reach to this, must go farther, or else they will sit down on this side happiness, Mat. 5.20. For I say unto you, that except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven:
yet all that reach to this, must go farther, or Else they will fit down on this side happiness, Mathew 5.20. For I say unto you, that except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, you shall in no case enter into the Kingdom of heaven:
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and in works of Curtesie, by which means they gained so much upon the hearts of the people, that it was commonly conceited and voted among them, that if there were but two of all the world that should go to heaven, the one should be a Scribe, and the other a Pharisee.
and in works of Courtesy, by which means they gained so much upon the hearts of the people, that it was commonly conceited and voted among them, that if there were but two of all the world that should go to heaven, the one should be a Scribe, and the other a Pharisee.
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Fourthly, There is a Relative holiness; now Relative holiness is a special relation which persons or things have unto God. Relative holiness includes two things.
Fourthly, There is a Relative holiness; now Relative holiness is a special Relation which Persons or things have unto God. Relative holiness includes two things.
And in this sense the people of Israel are frequently called a sanctified people, a holy people, &c. The Greek word NONLATINALPHABET answers to the Hebrew word NONLATINALPHABET which commonly signifies that which is appropriated to a holy use:
And in this sense the people of Israel Are frequently called a sanctified people, a holy people, etc. The Greek word answers to the Hebrew word which commonly signifies that which is appropriated to a holy use:
but such as are separated from all evil vices, and unholy courses. Suitable to this, is Isa. 52.11. Depart ye, depart ye, go ye out from thence, touch no unclean things, go ye out of the midst of her;
but such as Are separated from all evil vices, and unholy courses. Suitable to this, is Isaiah 52.11. Depart you, depart you, go you out from thence, touch no unclean things, go you out of the midst of her;
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have no delightfull converse with them who have no delightfull converse with God; have no bosome communion with them that have no bosome communion with God.
have no delightful converse with them who have no delightful converse with God; have no bosom communion with them that have no bosom communion with God.
Secondly, As Relative holiness takes in a separation of persons or things from common use, so it takes in a dedication and devoting of them to a holy use.
Secondly, As Relative holiness Takes in a separation of Persons or things from Common use, so it Takes in a dedication and devoting of them to a holy use.
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What the King of Israel once said to the King of Syria, I am thine, and all that I have, that must a Christian say to his Christ, I am thine O Lord, and all that I have.
What the King of Israel once said to the King of Syria, I am thine, and all that I have, that must a Christian say to his christ, I am thine O Lord, and all that I have.
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And this was the honour and commendations of the Macedonians, that they gave up themselves to the Lord, 2 Cor. 8.5. Having no better present at hand, they present themselves to God;
And this was the honour and commendations of the Macedonians, that they gave up themselves to the Lord, 2 Cor. 8.5. Having no better present At hand, they present themselves to God;
first, there is his essential and personal holiness as he is God: Now this essential holiness of Christ cannot be imparted nor imputed to any mortal man; it is essential to him.
First, there is his essential and personal holiness as he is God: Now this essential holiness of christ cannot be imparted nor imputed to any Mortal man; it is essential to him.
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Now this mediatory holiness of Christs is ours by imputation, and by vertue of which we stand recti in curia, justified in the sight of God, 1 Cor. 1.30.
Now this mediatory holiness of Christ is ours by imputation, and by virtue of which we stand recti in curia, justified in the sighed of God, 1 Cor. 1.30.
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This Mediatory holiness of Christ reckoned unto a believing sinner, is that whereby he is constituted holy in foro Dei; and upon this account they are said to be all fair, Cant. 4.7. to be without spot or wrinckle, Ephes. 5.25, 26, 27. to be compleat in him, Col. 2.10. and to be without fault before the throne of God, Rev. 14.4, 5. And certainly, without this mediatory holiness of Christ there is no appearing before God, there is no glorious vision nor fruition of God.
This Mediatory holiness of christ reckoned unto a believing sinner, is that whereby he is constituted holy in foro Dei; and upon this account they Are said to be all fair, Cant 4.7. to be without spot or wrinkle, Ephesians 5.25, 26, 27. to be complete in him, Col. 2.10. and to be without fault before the throne of God, Rev. 14.4, 5. And Certainly, without this mediatory holiness of christ there is no appearing before God, there is no glorious vision nor fruition of God.
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As Christs Essential holiness gives him an hereditary right to everlasting happiness; So his Mediatory holiness gives us a right to everlasting blessedness.
As Christ Essential holiness gives him an hereditary right to everlasting happiness; So his Mediatory holiness gives us a right to everlasting blessedness.
The costly cloak (of Alcisthenes ) which Dionysius sold to the Carthaginians for an hundred Talents, was but a mean and beggarly ragg to that embroidered royal Robe of Christs mediatory holiness, that is imputed or reckoned to us.
The costly cloak (of Alcisthenes) which Dionysius sold to the Carthaginians for an hundred Talents, was but a mean and beggarly rag to that embroidered royal Robe of Christ mediatory holiness, that is imputed or reckoned to us.
such as the Apostle mentions in Gal. 5.22, 23. But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance;
such as the Apostle mentions in Gal. 5.22, 23. But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, Goodness, faith, meekness, temperance;
or new-man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness, Ephes. 4.24. These seeds of holiness, these habits of grace are those sweet ointments with which all must be annointed, that shall ever come to a blessed sight or vision of God.
or New man, which After God is created in righteousness and true holiness, Ephesians 4.24. These seeds of holiness, these habits of grace Are those sweet ointments with which all must be anointed, that shall ever come to a blessed sighed or vision of God.
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and you may boast much of your hopes and interest in God, and yet without these habits of holiness, you shall never, come to a blessed fruition of God in happiness;
and you may boast much of your hope's and Interest in God, and yet without these habits of holiness, you shall never, come to a blessed fruition of God in happiness;
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gratious operations, and a gracious conversation: outward works must be suitable to inward habits; it is with spiritual habits as it is with natural habits;
gracious operations, and a gracious Conversation: outward works must be suitable to inward habits; it is with spiritual habits as it is with natural habits;
the more they are acted and exercised, the more they are increased and strengthened: holy habits are golden Talents that must be imployed and improved.
the more they Are acted and exercised, the more they Are increased and strengthened: holy habits Are golden Talents that must be employed and improved.
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What though the Serpent did wind himself into an earthy Paradise, yet none of the seed of the Serpent (so remaining) shall ever be able to wind themselves into a heavenly Paradise, witness Gal. 19.20, 21. Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these, Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness, Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, envying, murders, drunkenness, revellings, and such like:
What though the Serpent did wind himself into an earthy Paradise, yet none of the seed of the Serpent (so remaining) shall ever be able to wind themselves into a heavenly Paradise, witness Gal. 19.20, 21. Now the works of the Flesh Are manifest, which Are these, Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness, Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, envying, murders, Drunkenness, revellings, and such like:
And so that in John 3.3. Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, be cannot see the kingdom of God.
And so that in John 3.3. jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, be cannot see the Kingdom of God.
Secondly, This double Asseveration is never used but in matters of greatest weight and importance; the matters here spoken of, are of a very celestial and sublime Nature.
Secondly, This double Asseveration is never used but in matters of greatest weight and importance; the matters Here spoken of, Are of a very celestial and sublime Nature.
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I, that open and no man shuts, and I that shut and no man opens; I that shall be your Judge in the great day, I say unto thee, &c. Except a man be born again;
I, that open and no man shuts, and I that shut and no man Opens; I that shall be your Judge in the great day, I say unto thee, etc. Except a man be born again;
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A man, be he old or young, learned or unlearned, high or low, rich or poor, knowing or ignorant, circumcised or uncircumcised, under this form or that, a member of this Church or that, let his disposition be nev•r so ingenuous,
A man, be he old or young, learned or unlearned, high or low, rich or poor, knowing or ignorant, circumcised or uncircumcised, under this from or that, a member of this Church or that, let his disposition be nev•r so ingenuous,
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they are all born under a cannot believe, a cannot repent, a cannot love God, a cannot walk with God, a cannot see God, a cannot enjoy God, 1 Cor. 2.14. The natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness unto him:
they Are all born under a cannot believe, a cannot Repent, a cannot love God, a cannot walk with God, a cannot see God, a cannot enjoy God, 1 Cor. 2.14. The natural man receives not the things of the Spirit of God, for they Are foolishness unto him:
The Scripture sets such sad souls below the Ox, and the Ass, Isa. 1.3. Take nature civilized, and moralized, refined and raised, sublimated, strengthened, and improved to the utmost,
The Scripture sets such sad Souls below the Ox, and the Ass, Isaiah 1.3. Take nature civilized, and moralized, refined and raised, sublimated, strengthened, and improved to the utmost,
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They had by their carnality, impiety, sensuality, security and obstinacy, contracted upon their poor souls such deafness, wretchedness, unteachableness,
They had by their carnality, impiety, sensuality, security and obstinacy, contracted upon their poor Souls such deafness, wretchedness, Unteachableness,
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By their riot and excess, by their lasciviousness and wantonness, by their loosness and uncleanness which they had habituated and accustomed themselves unto, they brought upon themselves a cursed necessity of sinning,
By their riot and excess, by their lasciviousness and wantonness, by their looseness and uncleanness which they had habituated and accustomed themselves unto, they brought upon themselves a cursed necessity of sinning,
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they make many promises, vows, and Covenants against sin, yet they cannot cease from sin, their souls being habituated and accustomated thereunto, Jer. 2.20. For of old time I have broken thy yoke, and burst thy bands;
they make many promises, vows, and Covenants against since, yet they cannot cease from since, their Souls being habituated and accustomated thereunto, Jer. 2.20. For of old time I have broken thy yoke, and burst thy bans;
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I have read of a man who in the time of his sickness, was so terrified in his conscience for his sins, that he made the very bed to shake upon which he lay:
I have read of a man who in the time of his sickness, was so terrified in his conscience for his Sins, that he made the very Bed to shake upon which he lay:
Custom in sin takes away all conscience of sin, Jer. 13.23. Can the Aethiopian change his skin, or the Leopard his spots? then may he also do good that is accustomed to do evil.
Custom in since Takes away all conscience of since, Jer. 13.23. Can the aethiopian change his skin, or the Leopard his spots? then may he also do good that is accustomed to do evil.
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Ambrose reports of one Theotimus, that having a disease upon his body, his Physitian told him, that except he did abstain from intemperance, drunkenness, uncleaness, &c. he was like to lose his eyes;
Ambrose reports of one Theotimus, that having a disease upon his body, his physician told him, that except he did abstain from intemperance, Drunkenness, uncleanness, etc. he was like to loose his eyes;
they cannot return from their sins, they cannot withstand a temptation, they cannot lay hold on eternal life, they cannot make sure work for their souls, they cannot leave their bosome lusts, they cannot prefer Christ above all the world, they cannot make provision for eternity, they cannot see the things that belong to their peace, &c. and this Cannot the Lord in wrath hath brought upon them, Isa. 6.9, 10. And he said, Go and tell this people, Hear ye indeed, but understand not:
they cannot return from their Sins, they cannot withstand a temptation, they cannot lay hold on Eternal life, they cannot make sure work for their Souls, they cannot leave their bosom Lustiest, they cannot prefer christ above all the world, they cannot make provision for eternity, they cannot see the things that belong to their peace, etc. and this Cannot the Lord in wrath hath brought upon them, Isaiah 6.9, 10. And he said, Go and tell this people, Hear you indeed, but understand not:
(or annoint, besmeer, lime their eyes) lest they see with their eyes, and hear with their ears, and understand with their heart, and convert and be healed.
(or anoint, besmeer, lime their eyes) lest they see with their eyes, and hear with their ears, and understand with their heart, and convert and be healed.
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and will wilfully wink and shut their eyes against the light, and stop their ears against the truth, God in his just judgement gives them up to dulness, stupidness, blindness, darkness, Isa. 44.18. They have not known nor understood, for he hath shut their eyes that they cannot see;
and will wilfully wink and shut their eyes against the Light, and stop their ears against the truth, God in his just judgement gives them up to dullness, stupidness, blindness, darkness, Isaiah 44.18. They have not known nor understood, for he hath shut their eyes that they cannot see;
These three Cannots like a threefold cord, bind poor sinners, so as that they can never come to a sight or fruition of God in grace or glory till they are delivered from these Cannots, by a new birth, by being born again. See the kingdom of God:
These three Cannots like a threefold cord, bind poor Sinners, so as that they can never come to a sighed or fruition of God in grace or glory till they Are Delivered from these Cannots, by a new birth, by being born again. See the Kingdom of God:
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That at time ye were without Christ, being aliens from the Common-wealth of Israel, (or being far removed from the Citizenship of Israel) and strangers from the Covenants of promise, having no hope,
That At time you were without christ, being aliens from the Commonwealth of Israel, (or being Far removed from the Citizenship of Israel) and Strangers from the Covenants of promise, having no hope,
Here are five withouts in the words, 1. They were without God the Author of hope. 2. They were without Christ the foundation of hope. 3. They were without the Church (which was contained in the Common-wealth of Israel ) the place of hope. 4. They were without the Covenants of promise. (That is, they were without the precious promises which God in his Covenant had made,
Here Are five withouts in the words, 1. They were without God the Author of hope. 2. They were without christ the Foundation of hope. 3. They were without the Church (which was contained in the Commonwealth of Israel) the place of hope. 4. They were without the Covenants of promise. (That is, they were without the precious promises which God in his Covenant had made,
Ezek. 44.6.7, 9. And thou shalt say to the rebellious, even to the house of Israel, Thus saith the Lord God, O ye house of Israel, let it suffice you of all your abominations, In that ye have brought into my Sanctuary strangers uncircumcised in heart,
Ezekiel 44.6.7, 9. And thou shalt say to the rebellious, even to the house of Israel, Thus Says the Lord God, Oh you house of Israel, let it suffice you of all your abominations, In that you have brought into my Sanctuary Strangers uncircumcised in heart,
Thus saith the Lord God, No stranger uncircumcised in heart, nor uncircumcised in flesh shall enter into my Sanctuary, of any stranger that is among the children of Israel.
Thus Says the Lord God, No stranger uncircumcised in heart, nor uncircumcised in Flesh shall enter into my Sanctuary, of any stranger that is among the children of Israel.
and impure ghosts, shouldst set thy foot in that pure place of light! what a dishonour and derogation were that to the place! The Application is easie.
and impure Ghosts, Shouldst Set thy foot in that pure place of Light! what a dishonour and derogation were that to the place! The Application is easy.
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for they are Satans house, Luke 11.21. he keeps possession of them as a man doth of his house, and hath familiarity with them as a man hath with those of his house:
for they Are Satan house, Lycia 11.21. he keeps possession of them as a man does of his house, and hath familiarity with them as a man hath with those of his house:
he is their Father, and they are his children, John 8.44. and look what familiarity a Father hath with his children, that hath an unholy devil with unholy souls.
he is their Father, and they Are his children, John 8.44. and look what familiarity a Father hath with his children, that hath an unholy Devil with unholy Souls.
and to mourning, and to baldnest, and to girding with sack-cloth: And behold, joy, and gladness, slaying oxen, and killing sheep, eating flesh, and drinking wine;
and to mourning, and to baldnest, and to girding with Sackcloth: And behold, joy, and gladness, slaying oxen, and killing sheep, eating Flesh, and drinking wine;
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as a Smith worketh in his forge, or as an Artificer worketh in his shop, Ehpes. 2.2. Unholy persons have bosome fellowship with Satan, 1 John 5.19. And we know that we are of God, and the whole world lieth in wickedness:
as a Smith works in his forge, or as an Artificer works in his shop, Ephes. 2.2. Unholy Persons have bosom fellowship with Satan, 1 John 5.19. And we know that we Are of God, and the Whole world lies in wickedness:
Ambrose brings in the Devil boasting against Christ, and challenging Judas as his own thus, He is not thine Lord Jesus, he is mine; his thoughts beat for me;
Ambrose brings in the devil boasting against christ, and challenging Judas as his own thus, He is not thine Lord jesus, he is mine; his thoughts beatrice for me;
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Now what is this less then blasphemy to assert, that a holy God will have fellowship with them that have fellowship with the Devil? God hath not cast Satan out of heaven, that he may make room for his familiars in heaven:
Now what is this less then blasphemy to assert, that a holy God will have fellowship with them that have fellowship with the devil? God hath not cast Satan out of heaven, that he may make room for his familiars in heaven:
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their natures, principles, practises, aims, minds, wills, affections, judgements, intentions, and resolutions, are contrary to God, his name, nature, being, truth and glory;
their nature's, principles, practises, aims, minds, wills, affections, Judgments, intentions, and resolutions, Are contrary to God, his name, nature, being, truth and glory;
That unholy persons are made up of contrarieties to God, is most evident, as you may see in Isa. 22.12, 13. And in that day did the Lord God of Hosts call to weeping,
That unholy Persons Are made up of contrarieties to God, is most evident, as you may see in Isaiah 22.12, 13. And in that day did the Lord God of Hosts call to weeping,
but whensoever it appears, it is still in opposition against the Sun if the Sun be in the East, the Rainbow is in the West, &c. So unholy souls in all t•eir actings and walkings will still be opposite to God;
but whensoever it appears, it is still in opposition against the Sun if the Sun be in the East, the Rainbow is in the West, etc. So unholy Souls in all t•eir actings and walkings will still be opposite to God;
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I have read of a King (that Reigned in no very remote part of the world) who having received a blow from the hand of God, took a solemn Oath to be revenged on him;
I have read of a King (that Reigned in no very remote part of the world) who having received a blow from the hand of God, took a solemn Oath to be revenged on him;
and will God, will God? heaven and earth, fire and water, the Woolf and the Lamb, the Winds and the Sea will sooner accord then a holy God, and an unholy heart.
and will God, will God? heaven and earth, fire and water, the Wolf and the Lamb, the Winds and the Sea will sooner accord then a holy God, and an unholy heart.
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he may hear, but he can have no communion with God in hearing without holiness; he may pray, but he can have no communion with God in prayer without holiness:
he may hear, but he can have no communion with God in hearing without holiness; he may pray, but he can have no communion with God in prayer without holiness:
The holy spirit gives the lye to those that say they have fellowship with God, and yet maintain familiarity and fellowship with sin, 1 John 1.6. If we say we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lye.
The holy Spirit gives the lie to those that say they have fellowship with God, and yet maintain familiarity and fellowship with since, 1 John 1.6. If we say we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie.
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Men may be much in Ordinances, and yet for want of holiness may have no communion at all with God in Ordinances. Isaiah 1.11. — 18. and though communion with God in Ordinances is the very life and soul of Ordinances;
Men may be much in Ordinances, and yet for want of holiness may have no communion At all with God in Ordinances. Isaiah 1.11. — 18. and though communion with God in Ordinances is the very life and soul of Ordinances;
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There are many that cry out, the Temple of the Lord, the Temple of the Lord, the Temple of the Lord, who have no communion with the Lord of the Temple at all, Jer. 7.4.
There Are many that cry out, the Temple of the Lord, the Temple of the Lord, the Temple of the Lord, who have no communion with the Lord of the Temple At all, Jer. 7.4.
Remigius a Judge of Lorraign, saith that the Devil in those parts did use to give money to Witches which at first did appear to be good and currant coin,
Remigius a Judge of Lorraign, Says that the devil in those parts did use to give money to Witches which At First did appear to be good and currant coin,
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if without holiness God will not take us into his arms on earth, then undoubtedly without holiness God will never put us into his bosom in heaven. But to proceed. Unholy persons are fools;
if without holiness God will not take us into his arms on earth, then undoubtedly without holiness God will never put us into his bosom in heaven. But to proceed. Unholy Persons Are Fools;
they are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doth good, Jer. 4.22. For my people are foolish, they have not known me, they are sottish children, and they have no understanding:
they Are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that does good, Jer. 4.22. For my people Are foolish, they have not known me, they Are sottish children, and they have no understanding:
they are wise to do evil, but to do good they have no knowledge, Prov. 1.7. Fools despise wisdom, and instruction, that is, wicked and ungodly men despise wisdom and instruction:
they Are wise to do evil, but to do good they have no knowledge, Curae 1.7. Fools despise Wisdom, and instruction, that is, wicked and ungodly men despise Wisdom and instruction:
and to shew that the world is full of such fools, he uses the word in the plural no less then sixteen times in this book of the Proverbs. I shall open this truth a little more to you, by proving that they have all the characteristical notes and properties of fools:
and to show that the world is full of such Fools, he uses the word in the plural no less then sixteen times in this book of the Proverbs. I shall open this truth a little more to you, by proving that they have all the characteristical notes and properties of Fools:
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an Apple that pleaseth the eye, before a pearl of greatest price; so wicked and ungodly men, they prefer their lusts before the Lord, Isa. 65.12. Therefore will I number you to the sword, and ye shall all bow down to the slaughter:
an Apple that Pleases the eye, before a pearl of greatest price; so wicked and ungodly men, they prefer their Lustiest before the Lord, Isaiah 65.12. Therefore will I number you to the sword, and you shall all bow down to the slaughter:
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And this will be the worm that will he gnawing of them to all eternity, that they have let slip the opportunities of grace, that they have trifled away the seasons of mercy.
And this will be the worm that will he gnawing of them to all eternity, that they have let slip the opportunities of grace, that they have trifled away the seasons of mercy.
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and the latter signifies a fool) and such were the two rich fools in the New Testament, Luke 12.16. — 22. and Chap. 16.19. — ult. I have read of the foolish people of the East Indi•s in the Isle Zeylon, who preferred a consecrated Apes tooth above an incredible mass of treasure.
and the latter signifies a fool) and such were the two rich Fools in the New Testament, Lycia 12.16. — 22. and Chap. 16.19. — ult. I have read of the foolish people of the East Indi•s in the Isle Zeylon, who preferred a consecrated Apes tooth above an incredible mass of treasure.
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(Si admores hominum respicias, mundum universum stultorum domum judicabis) saith One, if thou beholdest the manners of men, thou wilt judge the whole world to be a house of fools. Ah friends!
(Si admores hominum respicias, Mundum universum stultorum domum judicabis) Says One, if thou Beholdest the manners of men, thou wilt judge the Whole world to be a house of Fools. Ah Friends!
Secondly, Fools make no improvement of advantages and opportunities that are put into their hands, Prov. 17.16. Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a fool to get wisdom, seeing he hath no heart to it.
Secondly, Fools make no improvement of advantages and opportunities that Are put into their hands, Curae 17.16. Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a fool to get Wisdom, seeing he hath no heart to it.
Ah what opportunities have unsanctified persons to get changed hearts, renewed natures, purged consciences, reformed lives, to get an interest in Christ, to obtain the favour of God, to procure pardon of sin, to make provision for their immortal souls!
Ah what opportunities have unsanctified Persons to get changed hearts, renewed nature's, purged Consciences, reformed lives, to get an Interest in christ, to obtain the favour of God, to procure pardon of since, to make provision for their immortal Souls!
The hottest place in hell will be the portion of such fools, Mat. 11.21, 22. The little Bee so soon as flowers appear, goes abroad, views the gay Diapery and the diversity of the flowery fields, sucks the sweetest of them, fraights her thighs, makes a curious comb,
The hottest place in hell will be the portion of such Fools, Mathew 11.21, 22. The little be so soon as flowers appear, Goes abroad, views the gay Diapery and the diversity of the flowery fields, sucks the Sweetest of them, freights her thighs, makes a curious comb,
And so the little busie Ant in Summer provides food for Winter, Prov. 6.6.7, 8. The Stork, the Crane and the Swallow know their seasons and opportunities, Jer. 8.7. All these poor little creatures are not so much below man in nature, as they are above sinfull man in worth, wisdom and work:
And so the little busy Ant in Summer provides food for Winter, Curae 6.6.7, 8. The Stork, the Crane and the Swallow know their seasons and opportunities, Jer. 8.7. All these poor little creatures Are not so much below man in nature, as they Are above sinful man in worth, Wisdom and work:
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Ah how is man fallen from his primitive nobility and glory, that these little busie creatures are propounded as a pattern of diligence and wisdom unto him!
Ah how is man fallen from his primitive Nobilt and glory, that these little busy creatures Are propounded as a pattern of diligence and Wisdom unto him!
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like the kingdom of Congo who at first kindly embraced the Gospel, but as soon as they found it restrain their lusts and carnal liberties, they made fierce opposition against the Gospel:
like the Kingdom of Congo who At First kindly embraced the Gospel, but as soon as they found it restrain their Lustiest and carnal Liberties, they made fierce opposition against the Gospel:
this hour they will forsake their sins, and the next hour they're return to their sins as the dog to his vomit, and as the Sow to her wallowing in the mire, 2 Pet. 2.20, 21, 22. Now they are for this way, and anon for that;
this hour they will forsake their Sins, and the next hour They are return to their Sins as the dog to his vomit, and as the Sow to her wallowing in the mire, 2 Pet. 2.20, 21, 22. Now they Are for this Way, and anon for that;
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This moment you shall hear them bless, and the next moment you shall hear them curse, James 3.9, 10. Out of the same mouth proceeds blessing and cursing.
This moment you shall hear them bless, and the next moment you shall hear them curse, James 3.9, 10. Out of the same Mouth proceeds blessing and cursing.
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Now because this Age is full of such swearing fools, and happily this Treatise may fall into some of their hands, give me leave to say, that it is observable that the word in the Hebrew which the Scripture useth for swearing, is alwayes used in the passive voice NONLATINALPHABET Nashabange to note (say some) that a man should not swear but when an oath is laid upon him, and he driven to it.
Now Because this Age is full of such swearing Fools, and happily this Treatise may fallen into Some of their hands, give me leave to say, that it is observable that the word in the Hebrew which the Scripture uses for swearing, is always used in the passive voice Nashabange to note (say Some) that a man should not swear but when an oath is laid upon him, and he driven to it.
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before whom we swear, and therefore should never swear but in truth, righteousness and Judgemen, Jer. 4.2. Rev. 1.4. Ch. 5, 6. one day you shall have these spiritual fools these prophane fools crying out, O! heaven, heaven, heaven:
before whom we swear, and Therefore should never swear but in truth, righteousness and Judgement, Jer. 4.2. Rev. 1.4. Christ 5, 6. one day you shall have these spiritual Fools these profane Fools crying out, OH! heaven, heaven, heaven:
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Now all unholy persons are such spiritual fools, as that they delight, and take pleasure in sin which is the most pernicious and dangerous thing in the world, Psal. 62.4. They delight in lyes. Though every lye deserves a stab from God, yet spiritual fools make but a sport of them.
Now all unholy Persons Are such spiritual Fools, as that they delight, and take pleasure in since which is the most pernicious and dangerous thing in the world, Psalm 62.4. They delight in lies. Though every lie deserves a stab from God, yet spiritual Fools make but a sport of them.
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upon which Solon beating the ground with his staff, replied, If we commend lying in sport, we shall find it afterwards in good earnest in all our bargains and dealings.
upon which Solon beating the ground with his staff, replied, If we commend lying in sport, we shall find it afterwards in good earnest in all our bargains and dealings.
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this Heathen in the great day will put such lyars to the blush who delight in lyes, Isa, 66.3. Ther soul delighteth in their abomination, 2 Thess. 2.12. they take pleasure in unrighteousness, 2 Pet. 2.13. They count it pleasure to riot in the day time, sporting themselves with their own deceivings.
this Heathen in the great day will put such liars to the blush who delight in lies, Isaiah, 66.3. There soul delights in their abomination, 2 Thess 2.12. they take pleasure in unrighteousness, 2 Pet. 2.13. They count it pleasure to riot in the day time, sporting themselves with their own deceivings.
Not that there is any real delight in intemperance, for if there were then Heliogabalus an exceeding intemperate person should have been more happy then Adam in Paradise.
Not that there is any real delight in intemperance, for if there were then Heliogabalus an exceeding intemperate person should have been more happy then Adam in Paradise.
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then they are taken with the intrinsecal vertue, value and worth of them: they are more taken with the shine and luster of gold, jewels and precious stones,
then they Are taken with the intrinsical virtue, valve and worth of them: they Are more taken with the shine and luster of gold, Jewels and precious stones,
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Rev. 3.1, 2. Multi Christianum nomen ad judicium habent, non ad remedium: Many have the name of Christians to their condemnation, not to their salvation:
Rev. 3.1, 2. Multi Christian Nome ad judicium habent, non ad remedium: Many have the name of Christians to their condemnation, not to their salvation:
they are taken more with some witty, rhetorical expressions in duty, then they are taken with the holy movings and breathings of the spirit in duty, Ezek. 33.30, 31, 32. All which speaks them out to be spiritual fools;
they Are taken more with Some witty, rhetorical expressions in duty, then they Are taken with the holy movings and breathings of the Spirit in duty, Ezekiel 33.30, 31, 32. All which speaks them out to be spiritual Fools;
but never lookt after the meat which endureth to everlasting life. And such fools were those in Hos. 7.14. who howled upon their beds for corn and wine:
but never looked After the meat which Endureth to everlasting life. And such Fools were those in Hos. 7.14. who howled upon their Beds for corn and wine:
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and such were they in Phil. 3.19. whose God was their gut. And such were the Laodiceans in Rev. 3.14. — 19. who had well fed bodies, but starved souls:
and such were they in Philip 3.19. whose God was their gut. And such were the Laodiceans in Rev. 3.14. — 19. who had well fed bodies, but starved Souls:
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And being thus foolish in his reckoning, Christ brands him for a fool to all generations, Ver. 20, 21. Thou fool, this night shall thy soul be required of thee:
And being thus foolish in his reckoning, christ brands him for a fool to all generations, Ver. 20, 21. Thou fool, this night shall thy soul be required of thee:
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this age is full of such foolish men and women who having two to nurse, their bodies and their souls, spend their time, their care, labour and pains in making provision for the flesh, in laying up for their bodies,
this age is full of such foolish men and women who having two to nurse, their bodies and their Souls, spend their time, their care, labour and pains in making provision for the Flesh, in laying up for their bodies,
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nay you shall sooner beat a fool to death then you shall beat him off from his folly, Prov. 27.22. Though thou shouldst bray a fool in a morter among wheat with a pestell, yet will not his foolishness depart from him:
nay you shall sooner beatrice a fool to death then you shall beatrice him off from his folly, Curae 27.22. Though thou Shouldst bray a fool in a mortar among wheat with a Pestle, yet will not his foolishness depart from him:
and to see his friends relations, favourites, followers, subjects, and souldiers, with their first born, beaten to death before his eyes, rather the he would leave his folly.
and to see his Friends relations, favourites, followers, subject's, and Soldiers, with their First born, beaten to death before his eyes, rather the he would leave his folly.
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and threatned to beat him and his people to death, yet then in his distress he sinned more against the Lord; 2 Chron. 28.22. and therefore for his obstinacy, obdurateness and irreclaimableness, he is branded and mark't with a black coal by the Lord to all posterity, This is that King Ahaz. And such spiritual fools are all ungodly persons;
and threatened to beatrice him and his people to death, yet then in his distress he sinned more against the Lord; 2 Chronicles 28.22. and Therefore for his obstinacy, obdurateness and Irreclaimableness, he is branded and marked with a black coal by the Lord to all posterity, This is that King Ahaz. And such spiritual Fools Are all ungodly Persons;
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they will rather be consumed and destroyed, then they will be amended or reformed. Jer. 5.3. O Lord, are not thine eyes upon the truth? thou hast stricken them, but they have not grieved;
they will rather be consumed and destroyed, then they will be amended or reformed. Jer. 5.3. Oh Lord, Are not thine eyes upon the truth? thou hast stricken them, but they have not grieved;
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no smart nor grief, no calamities nor miseries can turn obstinate fools from their impieties, Jer. 6.29. The bellows are burnt, the lead is consumed of the fire; the Founder melteth in vain;
no smart nor grief, no calamities nor misery's can turn obstinate Fools from their impieties, Jer. 6.29. The bellows Are burned, the led is consumed of the fire; the Founder melts in vain;
they would not be refined nor reformed. After Gods greatest severity, a spiritual fool will return to his iniquity, Prov. 26.11. As a dog returneth to his vomit, so a fool returneth to his folly, or iterateth his folly.
they would not be refined nor reformed. After God's greatest severity, a spiritual fool will return to his iniquity, Curae 26.11. As a dog returns to his vomit, so a fool returns to his folly, or iterateth his folly.
and universal nature, that he who hath all glory, all dignity, all riches, all treasures, all pleasures, all comforts, all delights, all joyes, all beatitudes in himself;
and universal nature, that he who hath all glory, all dignity, all riches, all treasures, all pleasures, all comforts, all delights, all Joys, all Beatitudes in himself;
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That that God who is a super-substantial substance, and understanding not to be understood, a word never to be spoken, that he will have everlasting fellowship and communion with fools!
That that God who is a supersubstantial substance, and understanding not to be understood, a word never to be spoken, that he will have everlasting fellowship and communion with Fools!
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The wise God would not have his children keep company with fools, Prov. 14.7. Go from the presence of a foolish man, when thou perceivest not in him the lips of knowledge:
The wise God would not have his children keep company with Fools, Curae 14.7. Go from the presence of a foolish man, when thou perceivest not in him the lips of knowledge:
God will never admit fools to be his favourites: he will at last shut the door of glory against them, Mat. 25.4. — 13. A seventh Argument to prove that without real holiness there is no happiness;
God will never admit Fools to be his favourites: he will At last shut the door of glory against them, Mathew 25.4. — 13. A seventh Argument to prove that without real holiness there is no happiness;
and therefore without all peradventure they shall never be admitted to everlasting communion and fellowship with God, Christ, Angels and Saints in that other world.
and Therefore without all Peradventure they shall never be admitted to everlasting communion and fellowship with God, christ, Angels and Saints in that other world.
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take these for a taste, Lev. 10.10. And that ye may put difference between holy and unholy, and between unclean and clean, Ezek. 44.23. And they shall teach my people the difference between the holy and prophane, and cause them to discern between the unclean and the clean.
take these for a taste, Lev. 10.10. And that you may put difference between holy and unholy, and between unclean and clean, Ezekiel 44.23. And they shall teach my people the difference between the holy and profane, and cause them to discern between the unclean and the clean.
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And because the Priests did not improve their power and interest to preserve the things of God from prophaning and polluting, the Lord was very much offended and provoked. Ezek. 22.26. Her Priests have violated my Law, and have prophaned mine holy things;
And Because the Priests did not improve their power and Interest to preserve the things of God from profaning and polluting, the Lord was very much offended and provoked. Ezekiel 22.26. Her Priests have violated my Law, and have Profaned mine holy things;
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and prohibits such from entring into his Sanctuary, ver. 9. Thus saith the Lord God, No stranger uncircumcised in heart nor uncircumcised in flesh shall enter into my Sanctuary, of any stranger that is among the children of Israel.
and prohibits such from entering into his Sanctuary, ver. 9. Thus Says the Lord God, No stranger uncircumcised in heart nor uncircumcised in Flesh shall enter into my Sanctuary, of any stranger that is among the children of Israel.
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God expects that faithfull teachers should put a difference between person and person, between the holy and prophane, between the clean and the unclean in all holy administrations. Jerem. 15.19. Therefore thus saith the Lord, If thou take forth the pretious from the vile, then thou shalt be as my mouth;
God expects that faithful Teachers should put a difference between person and person, between the holy and profane, between the clean and the unclean in all holy administrations. Jeremiah 15.19. Therefore thus Says the Lord, If thou take forth the precious from the vile, then thou shalt be as my Mouth;
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Give not that which is holy unto dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rent you.
Give not that which is holy unto Dogs, neither cast you your Pearls before Swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you.
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Holy things are too precious to be spent and spilt upon swinish sinners. Gospel administrations are pretious pearls that must not be given to swine, 2 Cor. 6.17.
Holy things Are too precious to be spent and spilled upon swinish Sinners. Gospel administrations Are precious Pearls that must not be given to Swine, 2 Cor. 6.17.
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as we would be in with God, we must be out with them: we must reject them as we would have God to receive us, 2 Tim. 3.5. Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof, from such turn away.
as we would be in with God, we must be out with them: we must reject them as we would have God to receive us, 2 Tim. 3.5. Having a from of godliness, but denying the power thereof, from such turn away.
Our Saviour Christ hied him to the wilderness amongst the beasts, and carried his Disciples with him, holding their fellowship to be less hurtfull and dangerous:
Our Saviour christ hied him to the Wilderness among the beasts, and carried his Disciples with him, holding their fellowship to be less hurtful and dangerous:
and what sacred communion, what delightfull fellowship can believers have with condemned persons! Every Unbeliever is under the wrath of the great God;
and what sacred communion, what delightful fellowship can believers have with condemned Persons! Every Unbeliever is under the wrath of the great God;
Every unbeliever doth practically say, Tush there is no such loveliness, or comeliness, there is no such beauty or glory, there is no such fulness or sweetness, there is no such goodness or graciousness in Jesus as men would make us believe:
Every unbeliever does practically say, Tush there is no such loveliness, or comeliness, there is no such beauty or glory, there is no such fullness or sweetness, there is no such Goodness or graciousness in jesus as men would make us believe:
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and what is this but to give God the Lie? Tus• there is no such favour, there is no such peace, there is no such pardon, there is no such Righteousness, there is no such Grace, there is no such glory to be reaped by Christ as God and men would perswade us;
and what is this but to give God the Lie? Tus• there is no such favour, there is no such peace, there is no such pardon, there is no such Righteousness, there is no such Grace, there is no such glory to be reaped by christ as God and men would persuade us;
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and what is this, but to tell God he lyes to his very teeth? And what ingenuous child can take pleasure in such who are still a spitting in his Fathers face!
and what is this, but to tell God he lies to his very teeth? And what ingenuous child can take pleasure in such who Are still a spitting in his Father's face!
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and what communion can obedient children have with those that are disobedient and rebellious! Every unbeliever is a Pagan, a Heathen in the Scripture dialect;
and what communion can obedient children have with those that Are disobedient and rebellious! Every unbeliever is a Pagan, a Heathen in the Scripture dialect;
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Unbelievers are the greatest Robbers, they rob God of his declarative glory (though they cannot rob him of his Essential glory) they rob h m of the glory of his truth and faithfulnesse;
Unbelievers Are the greatest Robbers, they rob God of his declarative glory (though they cannot rob him of his Essential glory) they rob h m of the glory of his truth and faithfulness;
Now we command you, Brethren, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you withdraw your selves from every Brother that walketh disorderly Now who they are that walk dissorderly, you may see in verse 11. For we hear that there are some which walk among you disorderly, working not at all, but are busie bodies.
Now we command you, Brothers, in the name of our Lord jesus christ, that you withdraw your selves from every Brother that walks disorderly Now who they Are that walk dissorderly, you may see in verse 11. For we hear that there Are Some which walk among you disorderly, working not At all, but Are busy bodies.
Such vagrant Professors that live idely, that will have an ore in every mans boat, a sickle in every mans harvest, a curious eye upon every mans way and work, are to be shut out of the communion of Christians,
Such vagrant Professors that live idly, that will have an over in every men boat, a fickle in every men harvest, a curious eye upon every men Way and work, Are to be shut out of the communion of Christians,
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Fourthly, Such whose Judgements are corrupt and unsound in foundation truths, Titus 3.10. A man that is an heretick, after the first and second Admonition reject.
Fourthly, Such whose Judgments Are corrupt and unsound in Foundation truths, Titus 3.10. A man that is an heretic, After the First and second Admonition reject.
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or poyson in our meat, 1 Tim. 6.5. Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withraw thy self:
or poison in our meat, 1 Tim. 6.5. Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withraw thy self:
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It is recorded by Theodoret, that when Lucius an Arrian Bishop came and preached amongst the Antiochians his erroneous doctrines, the people went out of the Congregation, and would not so much as lend an ear to him.
It is recorded by Theodoret, that when Lucius an Arrian Bishop Come and preached among the antiochians his erroneous doctrines, the people went out of the Congregation, and would not so much as lend an ear to him.
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Who but a fool or mad man would exchange one old piece of gold for a hundred n•w counters? and what then shall we think of those who willingly and readily exchange old tried truths for new 〈 … 〉!
Who but a fool or mad man would exchange one old piece of gold for a hundred n•w counters? and what then shall we think of those who willingly and readily exchange old tried truths for new 〈 … 〉!
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Ah, with what a wary, with what a watchfull, with what a curious, with what a jealous, with what a serious, with what a diligent eye doth the watchman watch all the motions, turnings and windings of the approachiny enemy!
Ah, with what a wary, with what a watchful, with what a curious, with what a jealous, with what a serious, with what a diligent eye does the watchman watch all the motions, turnings and windings of the approachiny enemy!
with such an eye we should mark them that cause divisions. And avoid them, the Greek word NONLATINALPHABET signifies a studious carefull declining of them:
with such an eye we should mark them that cause divisions. And avoid them, the Greek word signifies a studious careful declining of them:
with such a Brother who belies his profession, with such a Brother whose course and conversation contradicts his profession, we must not hold Christian communion.
with such a Brother who belies his profession, with such a Brother whose course and Conversation contradicts his profession, we must not hold Christian communion.
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Certainly I may not have fellowship with him at the Lords Table, whom I may not have fellowship with at my own Table, Eph. 5.11. Have no fellowship with unfruitfull works of darkness, but rather reprove them, Acts 2.40. Save your selves from this untoward generation:
Certainly I may not have fellowship with him At the lords Table, whom I may not have fellowship with At my own Table, Ephesians 5.11. Have no fellowship with unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them, Acts 2.40. Save your selves from this untoward generation:
Guilt or grief is all you shall gain by bad company, 2 Pet. 2.7, 8. witness Lot, David, Joseph, and Pe•er. By bad company Christians come to lose much of the sweetness, seriousness, goodness and graciousness of their spirits.
Gilded or grief is all you shall gain by bad company, 2 Pet. 2.7, 8. witness Lot, David, Joseph, and Pe•er. By bad company Christians come to loose much of the sweetness, seriousness, Goodness and graciousness of their spirits.
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Bad company will prove a very great hinderance to you in your Christian course, Psalm 119.115. Away from me ye wicked, for I will keep the commandments of my God.
Bad company will prove a very great hindrance to you in your Christian course, Psalm 119.115. Away from me you wicked, for I will keep the Commandments of my God.
They are not to give such any house room, 2 Joh. 10.11. nor heart room, Mat. 24, 23, 24.26 They are to shun them and avoid them, Rom. 16.17. It is not safe for a Christian to hear them or to have any communion or fellowship with them.
They Are not to give such any house room, 2 John 10.11. nor heart room, Mathew 24, 23, 24.26 They Are to shun them and avoid them, Rom. 16.17. It is not safe for a Christian to hear them or to have any communion or fellowship with them.
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Ah how many a seeing man hath been made blind, and how many hopeful thriving Christians have had all their springs of love, of life, of sweetness and goodness dried up in them by the slights, deceits, and insinuations of false Teachers!
Ah how many a seeing man hath been made blind, and how many hopeful thriving Christians have had all their springs of love, of life, of sweetness and Goodness dried up in them by the slights, Deceits, and insinuations of false Teachers!
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and that will not submit to Christs Rules and Laws, 2 Thes. 3.14. And if any man obey not our word by this Epistle, note that man, and have no company with him, that he may be ashamed, or that he may turn into himself, as it is in the Orignal.
and that will not submit to Christ Rules and Laws, 2 Thebes 3.14. And if any man obey not our word by this Epistle, note that man, and have no company with him, that he may be ashamed, or that he may turn into himself, as it is in the Original.
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But if he will not hear thee, (if he be refractory) then take with thee one or two more, that in the mouth of two or three witnesses every word may be established;
But if he will not hear thee, (if he be refractory) then take with thee one or two more, that in the Mouth of two or three Witnesses every word may be established;
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as we would not have the name of God blasphemed, and as we would have the refractory Christian ashamed and humbled, we must neither have Sacred nor Civil Society with him.
as we would not have the name of God blasphemed, and as we would have the refractory Christian ashamed and humbled, we must neither have Sacred nor Civil Society with him.
A ninth sort of persons that Christians must have no intimate, no sacred, no special communion with, are fools, Prov. 9.6. Forsake the foolish, and live;
A ninth sort of Persons that Christians must have no intimate, no sacred, no special communion with, Are Fools, Curae 9.6. Forsake the foolish, and live;
and go in the way of understanding. Chap. 14.7. Go from the presence of a foolish man, when thou perceivest not in him the lips of knowledge. Chap. 23.9. Speak not in the ears of a fool:
and go in the Way of understanding. Chap. 14.7. Go from the presence of a foolish man, when thou perceivest not in him the lips of knowledge. Chap. 23.9. Speak not in the ears of a fool:
And therefore their company is to be shunned and avoided. The society of fools is as dangerous as it is vexations. Proverbs 13.20. He that walketh with wise men shall be wise:
And Therefore their company is to be shunned and avoided. The society of Fools is as dangerous as it is vexations. Proverbs 13.20. He that walks with wise men shall be wise:
Such as scorn the Saints, and scorn Religion, and scorn Profession; such who scorn every way of Christ, and every institution of Christ, Prov. 9.8. Reprove not a scorner lest he hate thee:
Such as scorn the Saints, and scorn Religion, and scorn Profession; such who scorn every Way of christ, and every Institution of christ, Curae 9.8. Reprove not a scorner lest he hate thee:
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Now certainly, if I may not reprove scorners, then I may not keep company with scorners, Prov. 22.10. Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out, yea strife and reproach shall cease.
Now Certainly, if I may not reprove Scorner's, then I may not keep company with Scorner's, Curae 22.10. Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out, yea strife and reproach shall cease.
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Look as God did drive out the Amorite and the Cananite, and the Hittite, and the Perizzite, and the Hivite, and the Jebusite before his people, Exodus 34.11.
Look as God did drive out the Amorite and the Canaanite, and the Hittite, and the Perizzite, and the Hivite, and the Jebusite before his people, Exodus 34.11.
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the word is still the same. Look as the Sea casteth up mire and dirt, Isa. 57.10. so should Christians cast out scorners from among them, the word being still the same.
the word is still the same. Look as the Sea Cast up mire and dirt, Isaiah 57.10. so should Christians cast out Scorner's from among them, the word being still the same.
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and therefore why should we make such our bosome Associates? And thus you see the several sorts of persons that God hath shut out from the communion of his people:
and Therefore why should we make such our bosom Associates? And thus you see the several sorts of Persons that God hath shut out from the communion of his people:
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And the English Annotations on Rev. 21.27. do say, that in the last Church on earth, discipline in likelyhood shall be so strictly executed, that no prophane person shall be found there, only elect persons so far as men can Judge.
And the English Annotations on Rev. 21.27. do say, that in the last Church on earth, discipline in likelihood shall be so strictly executed, that no profane person shall be found there, only elect Persons so Far as men can Judge.
Thereupon the same Author protested, that he had rather give his life to a murderer then Christs body to an unworthy receiver, and rather suffer his own blood to be poured out like water,
Thereupon the same Author protested, that he had rather give his life to a murderer then Christ body to an unworthy receiver, and rather suffer his own blood to be poured out like water,
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And again, Church-officers (saith he) are to keep the Sacrament pure, as a man would keep a pleasant spring clean whereat he useth to drink, not letting the feet of filthy beasts and Swine to puddle it.
And again, Church-officers (Says he) Are to keep the Sacrament pure, as a man would keep a pleasant spring clean whereat he uses to drink, not letting the feet of filthy beasts and Swine to puddle it.
Justin Martyr who was about the year after Christ 150. he lived not above thirty years after St. John, he in his Apology (to Antoninus the Emperour) for Christians, writes thus, In our Assemblies we admit none to the Lords Supper,
Justin Martyr who was about the year After christ 150. he lived not above thirty Years After Saint John, he in his Apology (to Antoninus the Emperor) for Christians, writes thus, In our Assemblies we admit none to the lords Supper,
else no man in his wickedness would presume to come to the Lords Table 2. Here is Rebellion and Treason against the Crown and dignity of Christ, their hands and lips adore him (as Judas his did) but their hearts and lives abhor him. 3. Here is Theft, and Sacriledge;
Else no man in his wickedness would presume to come to the lords Table 2. Here is Rebellion and Treason against the Crown and dignity of christ, their hands and lips adore him (as Judas his did) but their hearts and lives abhor him. 3. Here is Theft, and Sacrilege;
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what is it then to take the Bread and Wine set apart and sanctified for a holy use by the Lord himself? 4. Here is Murder, the worst murder, the greatest murder, the cruelest murder;
what is it then to take the Bred and Wine Set apart and sanctified for a holy use by the Lord himself? 4. Here is Murder, the worst murder, the greatest murder, the Cruellest murder;
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thou killest thy self, thy soul, and as much as in thee lies, Gods dearest Son. Now certainly, in some respects this sin is a greater sin then Adams was:
thou Killest thy self, thy soul, and as much as in thee lies, God's dearest Son. Now Certainly, in Some respects this since is a greater since then Adams was:
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now it is more to redeem a soul, then to create a world. 2. His was against the word of the Lord, thine against the blood of the Lord. 3. His struck at the Covenant of Works, thine at the Covenant of Grace. 4. He eat but once, but thou eatest often.
now it is more to Redeem a soul, then to create a world. 2. His was against the word of the Lord, thine against the blood of the Lord. 3. His struck At the Covenant of Works, thine At the Covenant of Grace. 4. He eat but once, but thou Eatest often.
Yea, Aquinas saith, the Majesty of Church Discipline should never suffer this, to let open and known offendors presume to come to the Table of the Lord.
Yea, Aquinas Says, the Majesty of Church Discipline should never suffer this, to let open and known offenders presume to come to the Table of the Lord.
It was a worthy saying of Bilson an approved Author, Suppose any man (saith he) be he a Prince, if he will not submit himself to the precepts of Christ,
It was a worthy saying of Bilson an approved Author, Suppose any man (Says he) be he a Prince, if he will not submit himself to the Precepts of christ,
yea, casting holy things to dogs, &c. procures a dreadfull doom as well to consenters as presumers, it being the way to turn the house of God into a den of Theives,
yea, casting holy things to Dogs, etc. procures a dreadful doom as well to consenters as presumers, it being the Way to turn the house of God into a den of Thieves,
Mr. Rutherford (that champion for Presbyterie) in his divine right of Church-Government, pag. 520, saith that they are co-partners with the wicked who dispence the bread to them who are knowingly dead in sins. I might multiply many others: but let these suffice:
Mr. Rutherford (that champion for Presbytery) in his divine right of Church-Government, page. 520, Says that they Are copartners with the wicked who dispense the bred to them who Are knowingly dead in Sins. I might multiply many Others: but let these suffice:
for a close, let me only say, How the Father can be guiltless of the death of his child, that giveth him poyson, to drink, with this Caution, that he telleth him it is poyson I cannot see.
for a close, let me only say, How the Father can be guiltless of the death of his child, that gives him poison, to drink, with this Caution, that he Telleth him it is poison I cannot see.
Now if Gods wrath like fire breaks forth to consume such as wrong but the sepulchres of his Saints, &c. Oh then with what flames of fury will God burn up such as abuse not only the Sacrament of his Son,
Now if God's wrath like fire breaks forth to consume such as wrong but the sepulchres of his Saints, etc. O then with what flames of fury will God burn up such as abuse not only the Sacrament of his Son,
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it will not stand with the holiness and purity of God to have fellowship with such in the kingdom of glory, whom he would not have his people have fellowship with in the kingdom of grace.
it will not stand with the holiness and purity of God to have fellowship with such in the Kingdom of glory, whom he would not have his people have fellowship with in the Kingdom of grace.
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that without holiness on earth, no man shall ever come to a bl•ssed vision or fruition of God in heaven, is this, The Scripture that speaks no Treason, stiles unholy persons beasts, yea, the worst of beasts:
that without holiness on earth, no man shall ever come to a bl•ssed vision or fruition of God in heaven, is this, The Scripture that speaks no Treason, stile unholy Persons beasts, yea, the worst of beasts:
Unholy persons are the most dangerous, and the most unruly pieces in the world, and therefore are emblemized by Lions, Psalm 22.21. and they are cruel:
Unholy Persons Are the most dangerous, and the most unruly Pieces in the world, and Therefore Are emblemized by Lions, Psalm 22.21. and they Are cruel:
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by Bears, and they are savage, Isa. 11.7. by Dragons, and they are hideous, Ezek. 29.3. by Wolves, and they are ravenous, Ezek. 22.27. by dogs, and they are snarling, Rev. 22.15. by Vipers and Scorpions, and they are stinging, Mat. 12.34. Ezek. 2.6. by Spiders and Cockatrices, and they are poysoning, Isa. 59.5. by swine, and they are still gruntling, Mat. 7.6. No man in this world is more like another, then the Epicure is like a Swine; the fraudulent person a Fox; the lustfull person a Goat; the back-biter a barking Curr; the slanderer an Asp; the oppressor a Wolf; the Persecutor a Tyger; the Seducer a Serpent.
by Bears, and they Are savage, Isaiah 11.7. by Dragons, and they Are hideous, Ezekiel 29.3. by Wolves, and they Are ravenous, Ezekiel 22.27. by Dogs, and they Are snarling, Rev. 22.15. by Vipers and Scorpions, and they Are stinging, Mathew 12.34. Ezekiel 2.6. by Spiders and Cockatrices, and they Are poisoning, Isaiah 59.5. by Swine, and they Are still gruntling, Mathew 7.6. No man in this world is more like Another, then the Epicure is like a Swine; the fraudulent person a Fox; the lustful person a Goat; the backbiter a barking Cur; the slanderer an Asp; the oppressor a Wolf; the Persecutor a Tiger; the Seducer a Serpent.
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Certainly the Irish Air will sooner brook Toads and Snakes and Serpents to live therein, then heaven will brook such beasts as unholy souls are to live there.
Certainly the Irish Air will sooner brook Toads and Snakes and Serpents to live therein, then heaven will brook such beasts as unholy Souls Are to live there.
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Surely, God and Christ, and the Spirit, and Angels, and the Spirits of just men made perfect are not so in love with Dogs and Swine, &c. as to put them into their bosoms, or make them their companions.
Surely, God and christ, and the Spirit, and Angels, and the Spirits of just men made perfect Are not so in love with Dogs and Swine, etc. as to put them into their bosoms, or make them their Sodales.
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And do you think that it will stand with the State of heaven, or with the State of this Common-wealth of Kings to admit such vermine as as unholy persons are, to be of that noble society,
And do you think that it will stand with the State of heaven, or with the State of this Commonwealth of Kings to admit such vermin as as unholy Persons Are, to be of that noble society,
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surely no? God hath long since resolved upon it, that no unclean beasts shall enter into heaven, that no dirty dogs shall ever trample upon that golden pavement:
surely no? God hath long since resolved upon it, that no unclean beasts shall enter into heaven, that no dirty Dogs shall ever trample upon that golden pavement:
but the Lord himself above all is most glorious in holiness, and therefore all those holy ones do as it were in a divine Anthem sing and say, Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, heaven and earth are full of the Majesty of thy glory.
but the Lord himself above all is most glorious in holiness, and Therefore all those holy ones do as it were in a divine Anthem sing and say, Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, heaven and earth Are full of the Majesty of thy glory.
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Well, remember this, that all those stinging Expressions and Appellations which disgrace and vilifie unholy persons, they were inspired by a holy spirit,
Well, Remember this, that all those stinging Expressions and Appellations which disgrace and vilify unholy Persons, they were inspired by a holy Spirit,
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It is prophecied that when the Church shall be restored to her purity and glory, such beasts shall not be there, Isa. 35.9. Ezek. 28.24. The Majesty of Church-discipline shall be such as shall keep out all such beasts.
It is prophesied that when the Church shall be restored to her purity and glory, such beasts shall not be there, Isaiah 35.9. Ezekiel 28.24. The Majesty of Church discipline shall be such as shall keep out all such beasts.
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That God would not have his righteous people to be yoked in marriage with the unrighteous, is most evident by these Scriptures, Deut. 7.3.6. Neither shalt thou make marriages with them:
That God would not have his righteous people to be yoked in marriage with the unrighteous, is most evident by these Scriptures, Deuteronomy 7.3.6. Neither shalt thou make marriages with them:
the Lord thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people unto himself, above all people that are upon the face of the earth. Ezra 9.12. Now therefore give not your daughters unto their sons, neither take their daughters unto your sons.
the Lord thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people unto himself, above all people that Are upon the face of the earth. Ezra 9.12. Now Therefore give not your daughters unto their Sons, neither take their daughters unto your Sons.
For they have taken of their daughters for themselves, and for their sons: so that the holy seed have mingled themselves with the people of those lands;
For they have taken of their daughters for themselves, and for their Sons: so that the holy seed have mingled themselves with the people of those Lands;
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Oh the sorrow, the grief, the perplexity, the holy passion, the indignation, the amazement, the astonishment that this abomination begot in the heart of good Ezra! The like effect this sin had upon the heart of good Nehemiah, as you may see in that remarkable text, Neh. 13.23, 24, 25. compared with Ch. 10.29, 30. So in 2 Cor. 6.14, 15. Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers:
O the sorrow, the grief, the perplexity, the holy passion, the Indignation, the amazement, the astonishment that this abomination begotten in the heart of good Ezra! The like Effect this since had upon the heart of good Nehemiah, as you may see in that remarkable text, Neh 13.23, 24, 25. compared with Christ 10.29, 30. So in 2 Cor. 6.14, 15. Be you not unequally yoked together with unbelievers:
for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness? And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel? It is an evil thing, a dangerous thing to be yoked to any who have neither skill nor will to bear the yoke of Christ.
for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath Light with darkness? And what concord hath christ with Belial? or what part hath he that Believeth with an infidel? It is an evil thing, a dangerous thing to be yoked to any who have neither skill nor will to bear the yoke of christ.
Under the Law an Ox and an Asse might not be yoked or coupled together, Deut. 22.10. (and to this the Apostle alludes as some judge) God would not have righteous souls to be yoked in marriage with those that are unrighteous:
Under the Law an Ox and an Ass might not be yoked or coupled together, Deuteronomy 22.10. (and to this the Apostle alludes as Some judge) God would not have righteous Souls to be yoked in marriage with those that Are unrighteous:
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thou must look more after righteousnesse then riches: more after piety then money: more after what inheritance she hath in heaven, then what possessions she hath on earth:
thou must look more After righteousness then riches: more After piety then money: more After what inheritance she hath in heaven, then what possessions she hath on earth:
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And do you think that a holy God wil mingle and marry with such in heaven, that he would not have his people to mingle or marry with on earth? surely no.
And do you think that a holy God will mingle and marry with such in heaven, that he would not have his people to mingle or marry with on earth? surely no.
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Or do you think that that God that would not in the Law have an Ox and an Asse plough together that he will be yoked to such wretches (may I say to such Asses) whose ungodliness hath debased them below the very Ox and Asse! Isa. 1.3. Surely no.
Or do you think that that God that would not in the Law have an Ox and an Ass plough together that he will be yoked to such wretches (may I say to such Asses) whose ungodliness hath debased them below the very Ox and Ass! Isaiah 1.3. Surely no.
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Unholy persons are adjudged, doomed and sentenced to another place, viz. to hell, Psal. 9.17. The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the Nations that forget God.
Unholy Persons Are adjudged, doomed and sentenced to Another place, viz. to hell, Psalm 9.17. The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God.
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In the Hebrew there ar two into's: into, into Hell, that is, the wicked shall be turned into the nether most hell, into the lowest and darkest dungeon of Hell:
In the Hebrew there Are two into's: into, into Hell, that is, the wicked shall be turned into the neither most hell, into the lowest and Darkest dungeon of Hell:
They are sentenced to the fire, to everlasting fire, they are doomed to fire and brimstone, Mat. 25.41. Then shall he say unto them on the left hand, Depart from me, ye cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the Devil and his Angels.
They Are sentenced to the fire, to everlasting fire, they Are doomed to fire and brimstone, Mathew 25.41. Then shall he say unto them on the left hand, Depart from me, you cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his Angels.
It was a heavy doom that was past upon Nebuchadnezzar, that he should be driven from the society of men, and in an extremity of a sottish melancholy spend his time amongst the beasts of the field:
It was a heavy doom that was passed upon Nebuchadnezzar, that he should be driven from the society of men, and in an extremity of a sottish melancholy spend his time among the beasts of the field:
The remembranre of which made one to pray thus, O Lord, deliver me at the great day from that soul killing word Depart. And what saith another, This word Depart, the Goats with horror hears.
The remembranre of which made one to pray thus, Oh Lord, deliver me At the great day from that soul killing word Depart. And what Says Another, This word Depart, the Goats with horror hears.
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and curst of your companions, yea, you shall curse your very selves, your very souls. You loved not blessing, and therefore you shall have cursing enough: Depart from me ye cursed:
and cursed of your Sodales, yea, you shall curse your very selves, your very Souls. You loved not blessing, and Therefore you shall have cursing enough: Depart from me you cursed:
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all your curses, all your malidictions shalt at last recoyl upon your own souls. Now thou cursest every man and thing that stands in the way of thy lusts, and that crosses thy designes:
all your curses, all your malidictions shalt At last recoil upon your own Souls. Now thou cursest every man and thing that Stands in the Way of thy Lustiest, and that Crosses thy designs:
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So if after a damned soul hath been in hell a thousand years, he should petition the Lord for a speedy death, the Lord would answer after the same manner, Stay soul, you and I are not yet friends:
So if After a damned soul hath been in hell a thousand Years, he should petition the Lord for a speedy death, the Lord would answer After the same manner, Stay soul, you and I Are not yet Friends:
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One tells us of some Devout personages, who caused those words of the Prophet, Isa. 33.14. Who among us shall dwell with the devouring fire? Who among us shall dwell with everlasting burnings? to be written in letters of gold upon their chimney pieces.
One tells us of Some Devout Personages, who caused those words of the Prophet, Isaiah 33.14. Who among us shall dwell with the devouring fire? Who among us shall dwell with everlasting burnings? to be written in letters of gold upon their chimney Pieces.
what will the horrible sight of devils, and the gastly sight of the damned be? If it was so great an affliction to Job to be a companion to Owls, what will it be to thee to be a companion to devils? If it was so great a grief and wo to David to sojourn in Mesech, and to dwell in the tents of Kedar for a time;
what will the horrible sighed of Devils, and the ghastly sighed of the damned be? If it was so great an affliction to Job to be a Companion to Owls, what will it be to thee to be a Companion to Devils? If it was so great a grief and woe to David to sojourn in Mesech, and to dwell in the tents of Kedar for a time;
and devils scornfully insulting over thee, and the never dying worm feeding perpetually upon thee, be many hells of horror to thee? Had an unholy soul as many worlds in his hand to give as there be stars in heaven, he would give them all for a license alwayes to sleep under those pains and torments that will admit of no intermission or mitigation. In Rev. 21.8. you have a catalogue of that damned crue, of that rout of Reprobates which shall be your companions for ever:
and Devils scornfully insulting over thee, and the never dying worm feeding perpetually upon thee, be many Hells of horror to thee? Had an unholy soul as many world's in his hand to give as there be Stars in heaven, he would give them all for a license always to sleep under those pains and torments that will admit of no intermission or mitigation. In Rev. 21.8. you have a catalogue of that damned crew, of that rout of Reprobates which shall be your Sodales for ever:
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and will he not accomplish the word that is gone out of his mouth? God is not a man that he should lye, Numb. 23, 19. Also the strength of Israel will not lye, 1 Sam. 15.29. God will make good every word that is gone out of his mouth:
and will he not accomplish the word that is gone out of his Mouth? God is not a man that he should lie, Numb. 23, 19. Also the strength of Israel will not lie, 1 Sam. 15.29. God will make good every word that is gone out of his Mouth:
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they often say and unsay, but so will not the holy One of Israel; that first and supream being, that gives being to all others, will certainly give being to all his promises and threatnings.
they often say and unsay, but so will not the holy One of Israel; that First and supreme being, that gives being to all Others, will Certainly give being to all his promises and threatenings.
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Gods faithfulnesse is great. Lam. 3.23. It reaches unto the clouds, Psalm 36.5. He will not suffer his faithfulnesse to fail, Psalm 89.33. His faithfulnesse endures through all Generations, Psalm 119.90. God will never suffer his faithfulnesse to be stained or blotted, and therefore he will undoubtedly make good the word that is gone out of his mouth.
God's faithfulness is great. Lam. 3.23. It reaches unto the Clouds, Psalm 36.5. He will not suffer his faithfulness to fail, Psalm 89.33. His faithfulness endures through all Generations, Psalm 119.90. God will never suffer his faithfulness to be stained or blotted, and Therefore he will undoubtedly make good the word that is gone out of his Mouth.
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I had rather said Plutarch, that men should say there was never any such person in the world as Plutarch, then that they should say Plutarch is unfaithfull.
I had rather said Plutarch, that men should say there was never any such person in the world as Plutarch, then that they should say Plutarch is unfaithful.
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Secondly, Because real holinesse is that great principle that fits and capacitates souls for communion with God, and for a blessed sight and fruition of God, Matth. 5.8. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
Secondly, Because real holiness is that great principle that fits and capacitates Souls for communion with God, and for a blessed sighed and fruition of God, Matthew 5.8. Blessed Are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
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Many affect pure language, pure houses, pure habits, pure hands, pure air, pure meat, pure drink, pure gestures, &c. who yet for want of heart-purity shall never see the face of God in glory.
Many affect pure language, pure houses, pure habits, pure hands, pure air, pure meat, pure drink, pure gestures, etc. who yet for want of Heart-purity shall never see the face of God in glory.
It is a principle of holinesse that fits a man for the service of God, that fits a man for fellowship with God, that fits a man for walking with God, that fits a man for correspondency with God,
It is a principle of holiness that fits a man for the service of God, that fits a man for fellowship with God, that fits a man for walking with God, that fits a man for correspondency with God,
and therefore no unholy souls can enter there: it is called the high and holy place, Isa. 57.15. the inheritance of the Saints in heaven is an inheritance that is incorruptible and undefiled. 1 Pet. 1.4. Holinesse dwells in heaven, 2 Pet. 3.13. as a man dwells in his house.
and Therefore no unholy Souls can enter there: it is called the high and holy place, Isaiah 57.15. the inheritance of the Saints in heaven is an inheritance that is incorruptible and undefiled. 1 Pet. 1.4. Holiness dwells in heaven, 2 Pet. 3.13. as a man dwells in his house.
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Heaven is the house of Gods holinesse, and therefore certainly without holinesse there is no entring into that house, Rev. 21.27. The Holy of Holies in the Temple was a Type of heaven.
Heaven is the house of God's holiness, and Therefore Certainly without holiness there is no entering into that house, Rev. 21.27. The Holy of Holies in the Temple was a Type of heaven.
Heaven is a City of holinesse, and none can enter into that City but such as are holy, Rev. 22.14. Heaven is so holy that it would groan to bare one unholy soul.
Heaven is a city of holiness, and none can enter into that city but such as Are holy, Rev. 22.14. Heaven is so holy that it would groan to bore one unholy soul.
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and they have chosen death rather then life, and hell rather then heaven. 2. Do you •hink that that man hath any heart to heaven, that will not so much as part with a lust for heaven? 3. Will you say that that man hath a heart to go to heaven, that hath not so much as a hand to lay hold on the opportunities of grace that might bring him to heaven!
and they have chosen death rather then life, and hell rather then heaven. 2. Do you •hink that that man hath any heart to heaven, that will not so much as part with a lust for heaven? 3. Will you say that that man hath a heart to go to heaven, that hath not so much as a hand to lay hold on the opportunities of grace that might bring him to heaven!
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4. Will you say that that man hath a heart to go to heaven, that daily hardens his heart against him who is the way to heaven. 5. Will you say that that man hath a heart to go to heaven, who is still a grieving, vexing,
4. Will you say that that man hath a heart to go to heaven, that daily hardens his heart against him who is the Way to heaven. 5. Will you say that that man hath a heart to go to heaven, who is still a grieving, vexing,
7. Will you say that that man hath a heart to go to heaven whose sinfull courses speak him out to be one of those who have made a covenant with death, and an agreement with hell!
7. Will you say that that man hath a heart to go to heaven whose sinful courses speak him out to be one of those who have made a Covenant with death, and an agreement with hell!
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as some imagine when Dives was in hell, his desire was not to be with Abraham in heaven, but that Lazarus might come and give him a little ease in hell:
as Some imagine when Dives was in hell, his desire was not to be with Abraham in heaven, but that Lazarus might come and give him a little ease in hell:
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It is true, an unholy heart may desire heaven as it is a place of freedom from troubles, afflictions, oppressions, vexations, &c. and as it is a place of peace, rest, ease, safety, &c. but this is the least and lowest part of heaven;
It is true, an unholy heart may desire heaven as it is a place of freedom from Troubles, afflictions, oppressions, vexations, etc. and as it is a place of peace, rest, ease, safety, etc. but this is the least and lowest part of heaven;
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to guide, nor to be guided, &c. Men void of holinesse are in the Scripture resembled to chaff, to dust, to dirt, to briars and thorns, which are things that are good for nothing, that are fit for nothing.
to guide, nor to be guided, etc. Men void of holiness Are in the Scripture resembled to chaff, to dust, to dirt, to briers and thorns, which Are things that Are good for nothing, that Are fit for nothing.
As the Hogg in the Arabick fable tells us that a Butcher carrying three creatures upon his Horse, A Sheep, a Goat and a Hog, the two former lay very quiet and still,
As the Hogg in the Arabic fable tells us that a Butcher carrying three creatures upon his Horse, A Sheep, a Goat and a Hog, the two former lay very quiet and still,
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Is it so, That real holinesse is the only way to happinesse, and that without holinesse here, no man shall ever come to a blessed vision or fruition of God hereafter? Then the first Use shall be a Use of Conviction.
Is it so, That real holiness is the only Way to happiness, and that without holiness Here, no man shall ever come to a blessed vision or fruition of God hereafter? Then the First Use shall be a Use of Conviction.
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First, That the number of those that shall be eternally happy, the number of those that shall attain to a blessed vision and glorious fruition of God in heaven are very few:
First, That the number of those that shall be eternally happy, the number of those that shall attain to a blessed vision and glorious fruition of God in heaven Are very few:
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for there are but a few that reach to this holinesse without which there is no happinesse, Rev. 3.4. Thou hast a few names, even in Sardis, which have not defiled their garments, and they shall walk with me in white: for they are worthy.
for there Are but a few that reach to this holiness without which there is no happiness, Rev. 3.4. Thou hast a few names, even in Sardis, which have not defiled their garments, and they shall walk with me in white: for they Are worthy.
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to walk with Christ in white, is to partake with Christ in his glory, they and only they at last shall be cloathed nobly, royally, gloriously, who maintain inward and outward purity.
to walk with christ in white, is to partake with christ in his glory, they and only they At last shall be clothed nobly, royally, gloriously, who maintain inward and outward purity.
The holy seed is a little little flock, Luke 12.32. here are two Diminitives in the Greek NONLATINALPHABET little little flock; to shew the exceeding littleness of it.
The holy seed is a little little flock, Lycia 12.32. Here Are two Diminitives in the Greek little little flock; to show the exceeding littleness of it.
They were little in their own eyes, and little in their enemies eyes, and little in regard of that world of Wolves among whom they were preserved as a spark of fire in the midst of the wide Ocean.
They were little in their own eyes, and little in their enemies eyes, and little in regard of that world of Wolves among whom they were preserved as a spark of fire in the midst of the wide Ocean.
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When the Syrians came up against Israel in the time of Ahab, it is said that the children of Israel pitched before them like two little flocks of Kids,
When the Syrians Come up against Israel in the time of Ahab, it is said that the children of Israel pitched before them like two little flocks of Kids,
Gracious souls are like the three hundred men of Gideon: but graceless souls are as the Midianites that were like Grashoppers for multitude, Judges 7.7.12. Straight is the gate, and narrow is the way that leads unto life, and few there be that find it, Matth. 7.14. The way of holiness that leads to happiness, is a narrow way;
Gracious Souls Are like the three hundred men of gideon: but graceless Souls Are as the midianites that were like Grasshoppers for multitude, Judges 7.7.12. Straight is the gate, and narrow is the Way that leads unto life, and few there be that find it, Matthew 7.14. The Way of holiness that leads to happiness, is a narrow Way;
The whole world lies in wickedness, 1 Joh. 5.19. and will die in their wickedness, John 8.21. Geographers say, that if all the known parts of the world were divided into one and thirty parts, there will be found but five parts that do so much as profess the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ;
The Whole world lies in wickedness, 1 John 5.19. and will die in their wickedness, John 8.21. Geographers say, that if all the known parts of the world were divided into one and thirty parts, there will be found but five parts that do so much as profess the knowledge of our Lord jesus christ;
And of those five parts that are possest by Christians, how many are Papists, Atheists, Hypocrites, Drunkards, Swearers, Lyars, Adulterers, Idolaters, Oppressors? How many are proud, covetous, carnal, formal, lukewarm, indifferent, & c! Now should all these sorts of sinners be separated (as they shall in the great day) from those that are gracious and holy, would it not quickly appear, that the flock of Christ is a little little flock!
And of those five parts that Are possessed by Christians, how many Are Papists, Atheists, Hypocrites, Drunkards, Swearers, Liars, Adulterers, Idolaters, Oppressors's? How many Are proud, covetous, carnal, formal, lukewarm, indifferent, & c! Now should all these sorts of Sinners be separated (as they shall in the great day) from those that Are gracious and holy, would it not quickly appear, that the flock of christ is a little little flock!
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how few among those that are high born, can you find that are new born? It was the saying of One, that all the names of good Emperours might be engraven in a little Ring.
how few among those that Are high born, can you find that Are new born? It was the saying of One, that all the names of good emperors might be engraven in a little Ring.
I have read of godly Mr. Buchanan that was King James his Tutor, who lying upon his dying bed, desired a Noble man then with him to tell the King, that his old Master Buchanan was going to a place where few Kings come. (Kings are as rare meat in heaven,
I have read of godly Mr. Buchanan that was King James his Tutor, who lying upon his dying Bed, desired a Noble man then with him to tell the King, that his old Master Buchanan was going to a place where few Kings come. (Kings Are as rare meat in heaven,
as venison is in poor mens kitchins, saith the Dutch Proverb.) And how few among the wise can you find that are wise for heaven, that are wise for their souls, that are wise for eternity.
as venison is in poor men's kitchens, Says the Dutch Proverb.) And how few among the wise can you find that Are wise for heaven, that Are wise for their Souls, that Are wise for eternity.
and that without holiness here no man shall ever come to a blessed vision or fruition of God hereafter? Then this may serve to convince several sorts of persons of their wofull and miserable conditions. As,
and that without holiness Here no man shall ever come to a blessed vision or fruition of God hereafter? Then this may serve to convince several sorts of Persons of their woeful and miserable conditions. As,
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First, All prophane persons who give up themselves to wickedness, who wallow in all ungodliness, and delight themselves in all manner of filthiness, who commit wickedness with greediness;
First, All profane Persons who give up themselves to wickedness, who wallow in all ungodliness, and delight themselves in all manner of filthiness, who commit wickedness with greediness;
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as neither smiles nor frowns, promises, nor threatnings, life nor death, heaven nor hell, ministery nor misery, miracle nor mercy can possibly mollifie them;
as neither smiles nor frowns, promises, nor threatenings, life nor death, heaven nor hell, Ministry nor misery, miracle nor mercy can possibly mollify them;
Now if without holiness no man shall see the Lord, what will become of all prophane wretches, who are so far from being holy, that they fall short of common honesty? Certainly God will shut the gates of glory upon such workers of iniquity.
Now if without holiness no man shall see the Lord, what will become of all profane wretches, who Are so Far from being holy, that they fallen short of Common honesty? Certainly God will shut the gates of glory upon such workers of iniquity.
now such as these are, God will have nothing to do with, Job 8.20. Behold God will not cast away a perfect man, neither will he help the evil doers, or rather as the Hebrew carries it, he will not take the ungodly by the hand:
now such as these Are, God will have nothing to do with, Job 8.20. Behold God will not cast away a perfect man, neither will he help the evil doers, or rather as the Hebrew carries it, he will not take the ungodly by the hand:
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that is, he will not have any fellowship, any society, any familiarity with the ungodly: the holy God will not so much as take an ununholy soul by the hand;
that is, he will not have any fellowship, any society, any familiarity with the ungodly: the holy God will not so much as take an ununholy soul by the hand;
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Ah how hainous a crime is it then to cast dirt and filth, scorn and reproach upun holiness, which is the Image of the invisible God! The despite and contempt that is done to the Image or coin of a Prince is done to the Prince himself;
Ah how heinous a crime is it then to cast dirt and filth, scorn and reproach upun holiness, which is the Image of the invisible God! The despite and contempt that is done to the Image or coin of a Prince is done to the Prince himself;
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And there was an Earl appointed whose office it was continually to walk up and down in the night attended with many souldiers to see that none did wrong the Statues of those that were set up in the City, and if any such were found that had done wrong to any of the Statues, they were put to death.
And there was an Earl appointed whose office it was continually to walk up and down in the night attended with many Soldiers to see that none did wrong the Statues of those that were Set up in the city, and if any such were found that had done wrong to any of the Statues, they were put to death.
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Cham mock't and scoff't at Righteous Noah; and what did he get by it, but a curse? Ismael scoff't at holy Isaac; and what did he get by his scoffing and mocking but ejection out of Abrahams family? And what became of those two and forty young scoffers that scoffed and mocked at holy Elisha? were they not cursed in the name of the Lord,
Cham mocked and scoffed At Righteous Noah; and what did he get by it, but a curse? Ishmael scoffed At holy Isaac; and what did he get by his scoffing and mocking but ejection out of Abrahams family? And what became of those two and forty young scoffers that scoffed and mocked At holy Elisha? were they not cursed in the name of the Lord,
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and torn in pieces by two She bears, which were more fierce and cruel then others? The Jews were much given up to scoffing and mocking of the messengers of the Lord, till there was no remedy:
and torn in Pieces by two She bears, which were more fierce and cruel then Others? The jews were much given up to scoffing and mocking of the messengers of the Lord, till there was no remedy:
Julian the Emperour was a great mocker and scoffer at the Christians, but God struck him with an Arrow from heaven, which made him cry out Vicisti Galilee, thou Galilean (meaning our Lord Jesus) hast overcome me.
Julian the Emperor was a great mocker and scoffer At the Christians, but God struck him with an Arrow from heaven, which made him cry out Vicisti Galilee, thou Galilean (meaning our Lord jesus) haste overcome me.
because he is his Fathers picture (though they take wages of his Father, and live by his Father) so they are the worst of sinners who scoff at holiness which is the very picture of God,
Because he is his Father's picture (though they take wages of his Father, and live by his Father) so they Are the worst of Sinners who scoff At holiness which is the very picture of God,
These are your holy brethren, these are Phanaticks, these are your holy Sect, these are your pure souls, these are your strict Precifians, these are the Saints forsooth, these are the brotherhood!
These Are your holy brothers, these Are Fanatics, these Are your holy Sect, these Are your pure Souls, these Are your strict Precifians, these Are the Saints forsooth, these Are the brotherhood!
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witness Noah, Isaac and Elisha but now cited: and witness Job, Chap. 21.3. Suffer me that I may speak, and after that I have spoken mock on. Chap. 12.4. I am as one mocked of his neighbour, who calleth upon God, and he answereth him:
witness Noah, Isaac and Elisha but now cited: and witness Job, Chap. 21.3. Suffer me that I may speak, and After that I have spoken mock on. Chap. 12.4. I am as one mocked of his neighbour, who calls upon God, and he Answers him:
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the just upright man is laughed to scorn. So David, Psalm 35.16. With hypocritical mockers in feasts, they gnashed upon me with their teeth, Psalm 44.14. Thou makest us a by-word among the Heathen. Psalm 79.4. We are become a reproach, and derision to them who are round about us. Psalm 109.25. I am become a reproach to them;
the just upright man is laughed to scorn. So David, Psalm 35.16. With hypocritical mockers in feasts, they gnashed upon me with their teeth, Psalm 44.14. Thou Makest us a Byword among the Heathen. Psalm 79.4. We Are become a reproach, and derision to them who Are round about us. Psalm 109.25. I am become a reproach to them;
when they looked upon me, they shaked their heads. So Isa. 8.18. Behold I and the children that the Lord hath given me, are for signs, and for wonders in Israel. So Jeremiah, Chap. 20.7. I am in derision daily, every one mocketh me. So Paul, Acts 17.18. What will this babler say? So the Apostles, Acts 2.13. Others mocking, said, These men are full of new wine.
when they looked upon me, they shaked their Heads. So Isaiah 8.18. Behold I and the children that the Lord hath given me, Are for Signs, and for wonders in Israel. So Jeremiah, Chap. 20.7. I am in derision daily, every one mocks me. So Paul, Acts 17.18. What will this babbler say? So the Apostles, Acts 2.13. Others mocking, said, These men Are full of new wine.
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But above all, how sadly, how frequently, yea, how fearfully was our Lord Jesus Christ scoffed and scorned by Herod and Pilate, and flouted by the rascally souldiers? but the vengeance of his Father overtook them all.
But above all, how sadly, how frequently, yea, how fearfully was our Lord jesus christ scoffed and scorned by Herod and Pilate, and flouted by the rascally Soldiers? but the vengeance of his Father overtook them all.
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and John a foolish young man, &c. by way of scorn and contempt: Athanasius was called Sathanasius, and Cyprian was called Coprian, one that gathers up dung:
and John a foolish young man, etc. by Way of scorn and contempt: Athanasius was called Athanasius, and Cyprian was called Cyprian, one that gathers up dung:
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and so Luther, Calvin, and almost every one that hath attained to any eminency in holiness, they have been commonly accounted as the off-scouring and refuse among the people.
and so Luther, calvin, and almost every one that hath attained to any eminency in holiness, they have been commonly accounted as the offscouring and refuse among the people.
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and the young Eagles eat out his eyes that despiseth the instruction of his Mother, (as Solomon speaks) then of how much sorer punishment are they guilty off, who mock and scoff at holiness which is the very Image, picture and glory of God himself!
and the young Eagles eat out his eyes that despises the instruction of his Mother, (as Solomon speaks) then of how much Sorer punishment Are they guilty off, who mock and scoff At holiness which is the very Image, picture and glory of God himself!
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And will God take this at the scorners hands? no, he will retaliate: he loves to retaliate scorn upon the scorner, Proverbs 3.34. Surely he scorneth the scorners:
And will God take this At the Scorner's hands? no, he will retaliate: he loves to retaliate scorn upon the scorner, Proverbs 3.34. Surely he scorneth the Scorner's:
Thirdly, If real holiness be the only way to happiness, and that if men be not holy on earth, they shall never come to a blessed vision or fruition of God in heaven:
Thirdly, If real holiness be the only Way to happiness, and that if men be not holy on earth, they shall never come to a blessed vision or fruition of God in heaven:
but have nothing of the reality, spirit, life, or power of holiness in them. 2 Tim. 3.5. Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof, from such turn away.
but have nothing of the reality, Spirit, life, or power of holiness in them. 2 Tim. 3.5. Having a from of godliness, but denying the power thereof, from such turn away.
but the power of godliness is displeasing and undelightful (to the ignoble part of a Christian.) 6. The form of godliness will stand with secret and with open wickednesse (as you see in Saul, Jehu, Judas, Simon Magus, Demas, and the Scribes and Pharisees) but the power of godliness will not;
but the power of godliness is displeasing and undelightful (to the ignoble part of a Christian.) 6. The from of godliness will stand with secret and with open wickedness (as you see in Saul, Jehu, Judas, Simon Magus, Demas, and the Scribes and Pharisees) but the power of godliness will not;
The Formalist takes up a form of godliness, 1. To quiet his conscience: 2. To get himself a name. 3. To cloak over his sins. 4. To advance his worldly interest:
The Formalist Takes up a from of godliness, 1. To quiet his conscience: 2. To get himself a name. 3. To cloak over his Sins. 4. To advance his worldly Interest:
A formalist is more light then life, more notion then motion, more head then heart, more outside then inside, more leaves then fruit, more shadow then substance.
A formalist is more Light then life, more notion then motion, more head then heart, more outside then inside, more leaves then fruit, more shadow then substance.
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of all sorts of sinners he is the worst, and God so loaths him, that he is resolved he will rid his stomack of him, Rev. 3.16. I will spue thee out of my mouth:
of all sorts of Sinners he is the worst, and God so Loathes him, that he is resolved he will rid his stomach of him, Rev. 3.16. I will spue thee out of my Mouth:
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I may truly say of all civil men (who are disstitute of that real holiness that leads to happiness) what Erasmus said of Seneca, If you look upon him as a heathen,
I may truly say of all civil men (who Are disstitute of that real holiness that leads to happiness) what Erasmus said of Senecca, If you look upon him as a heathen,
So if you look upon many civil moral mens lives, you will find them so full of ingenuity, equity, righteousness, sweetness and justice, that you will be ready to say, Sure these are holy men.
So if you look upon many civil moral men's lives, you will find them so full of ingenuity, equity, righteousness, sweetness and Justice, that you will be ready to say, Sure these Are holy men.
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But then do but observe how unacquainted they are with God, with Christ, with the Scripture, with the way and working of the spirit, with the filthiness of sin, with the depths and devices of Satan, with their own hearts, with the newbirth,
But then do but observe how unacquainted they Are with God, with christ, with the Scripture, with the Way and working of the Spirit, with the filthiness of since, with the depths and devices of Satan, with their own hearts, with the New birth,
and yet there was such a tincture of popular applause, of pride and vain glory, of hypocrisie and self-flattery, upon their civility and moral honesty, that for any thing we can find in Scripture to the contrary, there is cause to fear that they shall be miserable to all eternity:
and yet there was such a tincture of popular applause, of pride and vain glory, of hypocrisy and Self-flattery, upon their civility and moral honesty, that for any thing we can find in Scripture to the contrary, there is cause to Fear that they shall be miserable to all eternity:
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Well Sirs, remember this, though the moral honest man be good for many things, yet he is not good enough to go to heaven, he is not good enough to be made glorious, Mat. 5.20. Certainly, there is nothing in all the world below real sanctity, that will ever bring a man to the possession of glory.
Well Sirs, Remember this, though the moral honest man be good for many things, yet he is not good enough to go to heaven, he is not good enough to be made glorious, Mathew 5.20. Certainly, there is nothing in all the world below real sanctity, that will ever bring a man to the possession of glory.
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And though it may grieve us (to speak after the manner of men) to see sweet natures, to see many moral honest men take many a weary step towards heaven,
And though it may grieve us (to speak After the manner of men) to see sweet nature's, to see many moral honest men take many a weary step towards heaven,
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yet it will be no way grievous to a holy God to turn such sweet natures into hell, Psal. 9.17. moral honesty is not sufficient to keep a man out of eternal misery;
yet it will be no Way grievous to a holy God to turn such sweet nature's into hell, Psalm 9.17. moral honesty is not sufficient to keep a man out of Eternal misery;
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then this truth by way of conviction looks sowerly and sadly upon all Neuters, who divide their hearts between God and Mammon, who halt between God and Baal, who divide their souls between heaven and earth, between Religion and their lusts.
then this truth by Way of conviction looks sowerly and sadly upon all Neuters, who divide their hearts between God and Mammon, who halt between God and Baal, who divide their Souls between heaven and earth, between Religion and their Lustiest.
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and let my last end be like his, saith Balaam: and he hath a soul strongly reaching after this evil world too, as if heaven and happiness were wrapt up in it.
and let my last end be like his, Says balaam: and he hath a soul strongly reaching After this evil world too, as if heaven and happiness were wrapped up in it.
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If Meroz was to be certainly curst, to be bitterly curst, to be universally curst (as the Hebrew phrase, cursing curse ye Meroz imports, in Judges 5.23.) for standing Neuter,
If Meroz was to be Certainly cursed, to be bitterly cursed, to be universally cursed (as the Hebrew phrase, cursing curse you Meroz imports, in Judges 5.23.) for standing Neuter,
or no? or that ever such shall be happy, who are indifferent whether they be holy or no? or that ever such shall see the face of Christ with joy, who are indifferent whether they have an interest in Christ or no? or that ever such shall be admitted into the kingdom of glory, who are indifferent where ever they have any entrance into the kingdom of grace or no.
or no? or that ever such shall be happy, who Are indifferent whither they be holy or no? or that ever such shall see the face of christ with joy, who Are indifferent whither they have an Interest in christ or no? or that ever such shall be admitted into the Kingdom of glory, who Are indifferent where ever they have any Entrance into the Kingdom of grace or no.
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Certainly heaven is too holy to hold any such indifferent, irresolute Neutral souls. In the University not long since there were three Doctors heads of houses;
Certainly heaven is too holy to hold any such indifferent, irresolute Neutral Souls. In the university not long since there were three Doctors Heads of houses;
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the first in a Coach driving to Rome: the second driving to Genev•h: the third running on foot, begging sometimes the one, sometimes the other to receive him, but both refused him.
the First in a Coach driving to Room: the second driving to Genev•h: the third running on foot, begging sometime the one, sometime the other to receive him, but both refused him.
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Ambo-dexters in Religion are ignominious disgracers both of the name and profession of Christians, they are prodigious traytors to the crown of heaven:
Ambo-dexters in Religion Are ignominious disgracers both of the name and profession of Christians, they Are prodigious Traitors to the crown of heaven:
they are the greatest enemies to the power of godliness, they are the very offspring of Judas, and in the day of account it will be found that it had been good for them that they had never been born.
they Are the greatest enemies to the power of godliness, they Are the very offspring of Judas, and in the day of account it will be found that it had been good for them that they had never been born.
she would have all or none; you must be for all holiness, or for none. Neuters now devide and cut those things asunder, that God hath closely joyned together:
she would have all or none; you must be for all holiness, or for none. Neuters now divide and Cut those things asunder, that God hath closely joined together:
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Then this truth by way of conviction, looks sowerly and sadly upon all hypocrites, who have only a seeming holiness, a feigned holiness, a counterfeit holiness.
Then this truth by Way of conviction, looks sowerly and sadly upon all Hypocrites, who have only a seeming holiness, a feigned holiness, a counterfeit holiness.
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The Apostle speaks of a true holiness, Ephes. 4.24. (or holiness of truth, as the Greek reads it) in opposition to that feigned and counterfeit holiness, that is in the world:
The Apostle speaks of a true holiness, Ephesians 4.24. (or holiness of truth, as the Greek reads it) in opposition to that feigned and counterfeit holiness, that is in the world:
and as God hath, so certainly God will still sute the punishment to the sin. If it was death in Moses his Law, to counterfeit that Ceremonial and figurative ointment;
and as God hath, so Certainly God will still suit the punishment to the since. If it was death in Moses his Law, to counterfeit that Ceremonial and figurative ointment;
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He that professeth religion without being religious, and godliness without being godly: he that makes counterfeit holiness a cloak to impiety, and a Mid-wife to iniquity;
He that Professes Religion without being religious, and godliness without being godly: he that makes counterfeit holiness a cloak to impiety, and a Midwife to iniquity;
an Angel without, and a devil within, is ripened for the worst of torments, Matth. 24.5. And shall cut him asunder, and appoint him his portion with the hypocrites:
an Angel without, and a Devil within, is ripened for the worst of torments, Matthew 24.5. And shall Cut him asunder, and appoint him his portion with the Hypocrites:
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and who did more despise and insult over men for the want of holiness, then the Scribes and Pharisees? and who so miserable now as they? Mat. 23.14. Wo unto you Scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites:
and who did more despise and insult over men for the want of holiness, then the Scribes and Pharisees? and who so miserable now as they? Mathew 23.14. Woe unto you Scribes and Pharisees, Hypocrites:
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Counterfeit Diamonds may sparkle and glister, and make a great shew for a time, but their lustre will soon wear off (Nil fictum est diuturnum) nothing counterfeit will last long.
Counterfeit Diamonds may sparkle and glister, and make a great show for a time, but their lustre will soon wear off (Nil fictum est Diuturnum) nothing counterfeit will last long.
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Maud, mother to King Henry the second, being besieged in Winchester - castle, counterfeited her self to be dead, and so was carried out in a Coffin, whereby she escaped;
Maud, mother to King Henry the second, being besieged in Winchester - castle, counterfeited her self to be dead, and so was carried out in a Coffin, whereby she escaped;
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yet God at last will unmask and unmuffle them, and vengeance will with a witness overtake them, Isa. 33.14. Hypocrites are like blazing Stars, which so long as they are fed with vapours, shine as if they were fixed Stars;
yet God At last will unmask and unmuffle them, and vengeance will with a witness overtake them, Isaiah 33.14. Hypocrites Are like blazing Stars, which so long as they Are fed with vapours, shine as if they were fixed Stars;
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with a gift of knowledge, a gift of faith, a gift of prayer, a gift of utterance, a gift of memory, &c. when they have nothing of real holiness in them. Like chose in Mat. 22.23. who had great gifts, but were so far from real sanctity, that they were workers of iniquity;
with a gift of knowledge, a gift of faith, a gift of prayer, a gift of utterance, a gift of memory, etc. when they have nothing of real holiness in them. Like chosen in Mathew 22.23. who had great Gifts, but were so Far from real sanctity, that they were workers of iniquity;
they could work miracles, but that miracle of holiness being not wrote in them, Christ takes an everlasting farewell of them, Depart from me ye workers of iniquity.
they could work Miracles, but that miracle of holiness being not wrote in them, christ Takes an everlasting farewell of them, Depart from me you workers of iniquity.
Men of greatest gifts are not alwaies men of greatest holiness: The Scribes and Pharisees, Judas, D•mas, Tertullus, and Simon Magus, were men of great gifts,
Men of greatest Gifts Are not always men of greatest holiness: The Scribes and Pharisees, Judas, D•mas, Tertullus, and Simon Magus, were men of great Gifts,
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so the richer the soul is laden with silver parts and golden gifts, and yet not ballanced with real holiness, the deeper it sinks under wrath and misery:
so the Richer the soul is laden with silver parts and golden Gifts, and yet not balanced with real holiness, the Deeper it sinks under wrath and misery:
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And no wonder, for 1. Gifts do but tickle the ear, they do not cleanse heart. 2. They do but stir the affections, they do not kill corruptions. 3. They are but ornaments to a mans profession, they have no saving influence upon a mans conversation.
And no wonder, for 1. Gifts do but tickle the ear, they do not cleanse heart. 2. They do but stir the affections, they do not kill corruptions. 3. They Are but Ornament to a men profession, they have no Saving influence upon a men Conversation.
rare accomplishments are many times turned into beautiful ornaments to adorn the Devil and errour withall. 5. The gifted man cares not who is most holy,
rare accomplishments Are many times turned into beautiful Ornament to adorn the devil and error withal. 5. The gifted man Cares not who is most holy,
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but holiness humbles the soul. 11. Gifts makes a man beautiful like Rachel, but holiness makes a man fruitful like Leah. 12. Gifts makes a man most studious and laborious about mending and reforming other mens hearts and lives;
but holiness humbles the soul. 11. Gifts makes a man beautiful like Rachel, but holiness makes a man fruitful like Leah. 12. Gifts makes a man most studious and laborious about mending and reforming other men's hearts and lives;
Heaven is for that man, and that man is for heaven, who hath clean hands and a pure heart, whose holy conversation is attended with heart-purification;
Heaven is for that man, and that man is for heaven, who hath clean hands and a pure heart, whose holy Conversation is attended with heart-purification;
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then by way of conviction let me say, that this truth looks very sowerly and angrily upon those who are so far from being holy themselves, that they cannot endure holiness in those that are about them,
then by Way of conviction let me say, that this truth looks very sowerly and angrily upon those who Are so Far from being holy themselves, that they cannot endure holiness in those that Are about them,
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and how many unholy husbands are there, that cannot endure holiness in their yoak-fellows! and how many unholy parents are there, that cannot endure holiness in their children!
and how many unholy Husbands Are there, that cannot endure holiness in their yoke-fellows! and how many unholy Parents Are there, that cannot endure holiness in their children!
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How far these are in their actings below Heathens, you may see in Rom. 16.10, 11. Aristobulus and Narcissus that are spoken of in this Scripture, were both Heathens,
How Far these Are in their actings below heathens, you may see in Rom. 16.10, 11. Aristobulus and Narcissus that Are spoken of in this Scripture, were both heathens,
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and yet they had in their families those that were in the Lord, those that were gracious, &c. Heathens were so ingenuous, that they would not despise that holiness in others, that they wanted in themselves;
and yet they had in their families those that were in the Lord, those that were gracious, etc. heathens were so ingenuous, that they would not despise that holiness in Others, that they wanted in themselves;
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These and several other heathens of the like spirit with them, will one day rise in Judgement against many in these dayes, that are so far faln out with holiness,
These and several other Heathens of the like Spirit with them, will one day rise in Judgement against many in these days, that Are so Far fallen out with holiness,
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they hiss and wag their head at the daughter of Jerusalem, saying, Is this the City that men call the perfection of beauty, the joy of the whole earth? All thine enemies have opened their mouth against thee;
they hiss and wag their head At the daughter of Jerusalem, saying, Is this the city that men call the perfection of beauty, the joy of the Whole earth? All thine enemies have opened their Mouth against thee;
He that now despises and disdains holiness in others, shall at last be eternally despised and disdained for want of holiness himself. Ʋse 2. THe second Use is a Use of Tryal and Examination;
He that now despises and disdains holiness in Others, shall At last be eternally despised and disdained for want of holiness himself. Ʋse 2. THe second Use is a Use of Trial and Examination;
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and considering the great aversness and backwardness of mens hearts to this noble and necessary work, I shall therefore in the first place propose some considerations to provoke all your hearts to fall in good earnest upon this great point of Tryal and Examination. Now to this purpose consider,
and considering the great averseness and backwardness of men's hearts to this noble and necessary work, I shall Therefore in the First place propose Some considerations to provoke all your hearts to fallen in good earnest upon this great point of Trial and Examination. Now to this purpose Consider,
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though the heart be deceitful and full of shifts, yet it is possible for a man to make such a curious, such a narrow, such a diligent, such a faithful,
though the heart be deceitful and full of shifts, yet it is possible for a man to make such a curious, such a narrow, such a diligent, such a faithful,
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and such an impartial search into his own soul, as that he may certainly know whether he hath that real holiness that is the pledge of immortal happiness, or no;
and such an impartial search into his own soul, as that he may Certainly know whither he hath that real holiness that is the pledge of immortal happiness, or no;
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What great and weighty, what high and hard, what hazardous and dangerous things do many Souldiers, Saylers, sick Patients and others attempt and undertake, upon the meer account of a possibility!
What great and weighty, what high and hard, what hazardous and dangerous things do many Soldiers, Sailors, sick Patients and Others attempt and undertake, upon the mere account of a possibility!
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it is possible that he that strives for mastery may overcome, &c. Now upon this very account, that it is possible, what will they stick at? what will they not attempt and endeavour to effect? And why then should not Christians upon the account of a possibility, make a diligent search after that holiness, that will at last throne the soul in everlasting happiness? Well, Christians,
it is possible that he that strives for mastery may overcome, etc. Now upon this very account, that it is possible, what will they stick At? what will they not attempt and endeavour to Effect? And why then should not Christians upon the account of a possibility, make a diligent search After that holiness, that will At last throne the soul in everlasting happiness? Well, Christians,
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Secondly, Consider this, that it is a point of very great concernment to you, to know whether you have this real holiness or no; your souls lies upon it; eternity lies upon it; your All lies upon it;
Secondly, Consider this, that it is a point of very great concernment to you, to know whither you have this real holiness or no; your Souls lies upon it; eternity lies upon it; your All lies upon it;
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Ah how many are there that are very inquisitive to know things to come, to know what will be hereafter, to know whether they shall be great and rich in the world, to know whether they shall be prosperous and successful in their undertakings;
Ah how many Are there that Are very inquisitive to know things to come, to know what will be hereafter, to know whither they shall be great and rich in the world, to know whither they shall be prosperous and successful in their undertakings;
and therefore what can be of greater concernment in this world to you, then to know in which of these two spiritual estates you are in? How can you order aright your prayers,
and Therefore what can be of greater concernment in this world to you, then to know in which of these two spiritual estates you Are in? How can you order aright your Prayers,
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And for a close, let me say, that a mistake about your spiritual estate will at last be found, not only insufferable and inexcusable, but very terrible and damnable.
And for a close, let me say, that a mistake about your spiritual estate will At last be found, not only insufferable and inexcusable, but very terrible and damnable.
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Thirdly, Consider, That a cordial willingness to enter upon this work of tryal, is a hopefull evidence of your real integrity and sanctity. Unsanctified souls hate the light;
Thirdly, Consider, That a cordial willingness to enter upon this work of trial, is a hopeful evidence of your real integrity and sanctity. Unsanctified Souls hate the Light;
They have no mind to cast up their spiritual estates, because at the foot of the account they must be p•t to read their neck-verse Undone, undone, for ever undone.
They have no mind to cast up their spiritual estates, Because At the foot of the account they must be p•t to read their neck-verse Undone, undone, for ever undone.
so unsanctified souls cannot endure to look into the glass of the Gospel, least their deformities, impieties and wickednesses should be discovered and detected.
so unsanctified Souls cannot endure to look into the glass of the Gospel, lest their deformities, impieties and Wickednesses should be discovered and detected.
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so it is a hopeful evidence that a Christian hath real holiness, when he is ready and willing to bring his holiness to the test to try whether it be true or no:
so it is a hopeful evidence that a Christian hath real holiness, when he is ready and willing to bring his holiness to the test to try whither it be true or no:
Fourthly, Consider, that there are very many that deceive themselves about their spiritual estates. It is the easiest thing in the world for a man to deceive himself:
Fourthly, Consider, that there Are very many that deceive themselves about their spiritual estates. It is the Easiest thing in the world for a man to deceive himself:
Yea, from their highest standing, into the lowest hell. There are many that think themselves to be something, when they are nothing, Gal. 6.3. There are many that have a form of godliness, but none of the power, 2 Tim. 3.6. There are many that have a name to live, but are dead, Rev. 3.1. There are many that are very confident of their integrity, and yet are full of horrible hypocrisie.
Yea, from their highest standing, into the lowest hell. There Are many that think themselves to be something, when they Are nothing, Gal. 6.3. There Are many that have a from of godliness, but none of the power, 2 Tim. 3.6. There Are many that have a name to live, but Are dead, Rev. 3.1. There Are many that Are very confident of their integrity, and yet Are full of horrible hypocrisy.
or otherwise our of frame, he would say to himself, Num ego talis, Am I such a one as this is? Am I such a swearer as this is? Am I such a drunkard as this is? Am I such a wanton as this is? Am I such a royotous person as this? &c. So should every Christian say when he hears of any that doth but think that they stand, Num ego talis: Am I such a one as this is? When he sees one that thinks himself something when he is nothing, he should say Am I such a one as this is? when he sees a man to have a form of godliness but no power, he should say, Am I such a one as this is? when he hears of a man that hath a name to live,
or otherwise our of frame, he would say to himself, Num ego Talis, Am I such a one as this is? Am I such a swearer as this is? Am I such a drunkard as this is? Am I such a wanton as this is? Am I such a riotous person as this? etc. So should every Christian say when he hears of any that does but think that they stand, Num ego Talis: Am I such a one as this is? When he sees one that thinks himself something when he is nothing, he should say Am I such a one as this is? when he sees a man to have a from of godliness but no power, he should say, Am I such a one as this is? when he hears of a man that hath a name to live,
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but is spiritually dead, he should say, Am I such a one as this is, & c.? and when he hears or reads of one that is really holy, he should say am I such a one as this is;
but is spiritually dead, he should say, Am I such a one as this is, & c.? and when he hears or reads of one that is really holy, he should say am I such a one as this is;
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Look as many Bristows stones and counterfeit Gemms do so shine and sparkle like true Jewels, that if a man be not very carefull, he may be easily cheated:
Look as many Bristows stones and counterfeit Gems do so shine and sparkle like true Jewels, that if a man be not very careful, he may be Easily cheated:
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Doth a gracious soul delight in his teacher? so did Ezekiels worldlings too? Is a gracious soul in Closset duties? so is the Pharisee too, &c. When counterfeit coin is abroad, you will not take a piece, but you will try it;
Does a gracious soul delight in his teacher? so did Ezekiels worldlings too? Is a gracious soul in Closet duties? so is the Pharisee too, etc. When counterfeit coin is abroad, you will not take a piece, but you will try it;
Wine in the Bottle is not more like to Wine in the Butt, nor water in the Cistern more like to water in the River, nor fire in the forge more like to fire in the chimney,
Wine in the Bottle is not more like to Wine in the Butt, nor water in the Cistern more like to water in the River, nor fire in the forge more like to fire in the chimney,
and counterfeit obedience true obedience, and counterfeit knowledge true knowledge, and counterfeit holinesse true holinesse, that it is not an easie matter to discover the one from the other.
and counterfeit Obedience true Obedience, and counterfeit knowledge true knowledge, and counterfeit holiness true holiness, that it is not an easy matter to discover the one from the other.
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The Cyprian Diamond (saith Pliny ) looks so like the true Indian Diamond, that if a man do not look warily to it, he may easily be deceived and cheated.
The Cyprian Diamond (Says pliny) looks so like the true Indian Diamond, that if a man do not look warily to it, he may Easily be deceived and cheated.
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O Sirs, true grace and counterfeit, true holinesse and counterfeit look so like one another, that without a divine light to guide you, you may be easily cheated and deceived for ever.
O Sirs, true grace and counterfeit, true holiness and counterfeit look so like one Another, that without a divine Light to guide you, you may be Easily cheated and deceived for ever.
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and where prophanesse will not passe for current coin, there he labours to furnish his customers with the shews and resemblances of grace and holinesse, that so he may hold them the faster in golden setters,
and where profaneness will not pass for current coin, there he labours to furnish his customers with the shows and resemblances of grace and holiness, that so he may hold them the faster in golden setters,
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The knowledge of the goodnesse and holinesse of thy estate wi•l strengthen thy faith, raise thy hope, inflame thy love, increase thy patience, and brighten thy zeal.
The knowledge of the Goodness and holiness of thy estate wi•l strengthen thy faith, raise thy hope, inflame thy love, increase thy patience, and brighten thy zeal.
The knowledge of the goodnesse and holinesse of thy estate will make every mercy sweet, every duty sweet, every ordinance sweet, and every providence sweet.
The knowledge of the Goodness and holiness of thy estate will make every mercy sweet, every duty sweet, every Ordinance sweet, and every providence sweet.
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and thou wilt be alarmed to loath thy self, to judge thy self, ro condemn thy self, to be sick of sin, to break with Satan, and to close with Christ.
and thou wilt be alarmed to loath thy self, to judge thy self, ro condemn thy self, to be sick of since, to break with Satan, and to close with christ.
Now the daily language of thy soul will be, Men and Brethren, what shall I do to be saved? O what shall I do to get my sinfull nature changed, my hard heart softned, my blind mind enlightned, my polluted conscience purged,
Now the daily language of thy soul will be, Men and Brothers, what shall I do to be saved? Oh what shall I do to get my sinful nature changed, my hard heart softened, my blind mind enlightened, my polluted conscience purged,
and yet for want of a narrow search, a diligent enquiry into their spiritual estates, they come to be sorely and sadly afflicted with fears and doubts about their wants of holinesse.
and yet for want of a narrow search, a diligent enquiry into their spiritual estates, they come to be sorely and sadly afflicted with fears and doubts about their Wants of holiness.
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Yea they are apt in times of temptation, desertion, sore afflictions, and when they are under the sensible stirrings of strong corruptions, to conclude that they have no holinesse, no grace, when indeed they have: witnesse Job, Chap. 13.24.
Yea they Are apt in times of temptation, desertion, soar afflictions, and when they Are under the sensible stirrings of strong corruptions, to conclude that they have no holiness, no grace, when indeed they have: witness Job, Chap. 13.24.
so when it is Winter with a Christian, his holiness may be so hid and covered under fears, doubts, sins, &c. that he may not be able to see it, to discern it,
so when it is Winter with a Christian, his holiness may be so hid and covered under fears, doubts, Sins, etc. that he may not be able to see it, to discern it,
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so the holiness of the Saints is sometimes so clouded, and at so low an ebb, that a Christian can hardly discern it, he can hardly say, Lo here is my holiness;
so the holiness of the Saints is sometime so clouded, and At so low an ebb, that a Christian can hardly discern it, he can hardly say, Lo Here is my holiness;
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whether they have this Jewel of glory, Holiness, in their souls or no! And if these arguments will not provoke you to fall upon this work of trial, I know not what will.
whither they have this Jewel of glory, Holiness, in their Souls or no! And if these Arguments will not provoke you to fallen upon this work of trial, I know not what will.
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But me thinks I hear some of you saying, O Sir, how shall we do to know whether we have this real holiness or no? we see it is our very great concernment to know whether God hath sown this heavenly seed in our souls, or no:
But me thinks I hear Some of you saying, Oh Sir, how shall we do to know whither we have this real holiness or no? we see it is our very great concernment to know whither God hath sown this heavenly seed in our Souls, or no:
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but it is only holy souls that are affected and taken with the holiness of God. Exod. 15.11. Who is like unto thee, O Lord, amongst the Gods? Who is like thee, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders? In this stately description of God, holy Moses is most taken up in magnifying and admiring the holiness of God:
but it is only holy Souls that Are affected and taken with the holiness of God. Exod 15.11. Who is like unto thee, Oh Lord, among the God's? Who is like thee, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders? In this stately description of God, holy Moses is most taken up in magnifying and admiring the holiness of God:
no turns shall turn him out of a way of holinesse, Job 17.9. The righteous shall hold on his way, and he that hath clean hands, shall be stronger and stronger.
no turns shall turn him out of a Way of holiness, Job 17.9. The righteous shall hold on his Way, and he that hath clean hands, shall be Stronger and Stronger.
Holiness is that glory of the Creator, that holy ones most delight to glory in. So holy David, Psalm 71.22. Ʋnto thee will I sing with the Harp, O thou holy one of Israel: So Isa. 12.6. Cry out and shout, thou inhabitant of Zion:
Holiness is that glory of the Creator, that holy ones most delight to glory in. So holy David, Psalm 71.22. Ʋnto thee will I sing with the Harp, Oh thou holy one of Israel: So Isaiah 12.6. Cry out and shout, thou inhabitant of Zion:
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because he that is great and in the midst of them, is the holy one of Israel. So Hab. 1.12. Art not thou from everlasting, O Lord my God, my holy one? Among holy ones, none to the holy One:
Because he that is great and in the midst of them, is the holy one of Israel. So Hab. 1.12. Art not thou from everlasting, Oh Lord my God, my holy one? Among holy ones, none to the holy One:
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as you may see in Isaiah 6.3. And one cried unto another (or this cried to this) and said, Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of Hosts, the whole earth is full of his glory.
as you may see in Isaiah 6.3. And one cried unto Another (or this cried to this) and said, Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of Hosts, the Whole earth is full of his glory.
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The holy Seraphims by trebling the acclamation of his holiness, Holy, holy, holy, do denote not only the superlative eminency, glory and excellency of Gods holiness,
The holy Seraphims by trebling the acclamation of his holiness, Holy, holy, holy, do denote not only the superlative eminency, glory and excellency of God's holiness,
O, saith he, what a God of patience is this, that hath waited so many years for my repentance? that he that might long since have damned me, waits still to save me!
Oh, Says he, what a God of patience is this, that hath waited so many Years for my Repentance? that he that might long since have damned me, waits still to save me!
O, saith he, what a bountiful God, what a liberal God is this, who fills my barns, fills my baggs, who prospers me at home and abroad, who hath blest me with a healthful body, a fair estate, a saving wife, a full trade, laborious servants, and thriving children!
Oh, Says he, what a bountiful God, what a liberal God is this, who fills my Barns, fills my bags, who prospers me At home and abroad, who hath blessed me with a healthful body, a fair estate, a Saving wife, a full trade, laborious Servants, and thriving children!
&c. But where is there a sinner in all the world that is affected and taken with the holiness of God! Certainly there is nothing that renders God so formidable and terrible to unholy persons as his holiness doth. Isa. 30.11. Get you out of the way, turn aside out of the path, cause the holy One of Israel to cease from before us:
etc. But where is there a sinner in all the world that is affected and taken with the holiness of God! Certainly there is nothing that renders God so formidable and terrible to unholy Persons as his holiness does. Isaiah 30.11. Get you out of the Way, turn aside out of the path, cause the holy One of Israel to cease from before us:
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O that you would not preach so much, nor talk so much to us of the holy One of Israel: O that you would once cease from molesting and vexing us with message upon message from the holy One:
Oh that you would not preach so much, nor talk so much to us of the holy One of Israel: Oh that you would once cease from molesting and vexing us with message upon message from the holy One:
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Why cannot you as well talk and preach to us of the merciful one, the compassionate one, the affectionate one, the pittiful one, &c. as be still a talking to us of the holy one, the holy one!
Why cannot you as well talk and preach to us of the merciful one, the compassionate one, the affectionate one, the pitiful one, etc. as be still a talking to us of the holy one, the holy one!
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But now to holy souls, there are no discourses that do more suit them and satisfie them, that doth more delight and content them, that doth more please and profit them,
But now to holy Souls, there Are no discourses that do more suit them and satisfy them, that does more delight and content them, that does more please and profit them,
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Well, this is an everlasting truth, he that truly affects the holiness of God, and affects God for his holiness, is certainly made partaker of his holiness;
Well, this is an everlasting truth, he that truly affects the holiness of God, and affects God for his holiness, is Certainly made partaker of his holiness;
Secondly, True holiness is diffusive, it doth extend, diffuse and spread it self all over the soul, it spreads it self over head and heart, lip and life, inside and outside. Psal. 45.13. The Kings daughter is all glorious within, her cloathing is of wrought gold:
Secondly, True holiness is diffusive, it does extend, diffuse and spread it self all over the soul, it spreads it self over head and heart, lip and life, inside and outside. Psalm 45.13. The Kings daughter is all glorious within, her clothing is of wrought gold:
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her love is holy love, her grief is holy grief, her joy is holy joy, her sorrow is holy sorrow, her fear is holy fear, her care is holy care, her zeal is holy zeal;
her love is holy love, her grief is holy grief, her joy is holy joy, her sorrow is holy sorrow, her Fear is holy Fear, her care is holy care, her zeal is holy zeal;
and her cloathing is of wrought gold, that is, her life and conversation (which is as visible to others as the cloathes she weares) is very sparkling and shining in grace and holiness.
and her clothing is of wrought gold, that is, her life and Conversation (which is as visible to Others as the clothes she wears) is very sparkling and shining in grace and holiness.
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so real holiness spreads it self over head, hand, heart, lip, and life. The fruit of the spirit is in all goodness, Ephes. 5.9. he that is truly good, is all over good;
so real holiness spreads it self over head, hand, heart, lip, and life. The fruit of the Spirit is in all Goodness, Ephesians 5.9. he that is truly good, is all over good;
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there are those that have new heads but old hearts, new words but old wills, new expressions but old affections, new memories but old minds, new notions but old conversations:
there Are those that have new Heads but old hearts, new words but old wills, new expressions but old affections, new memories but old minds, new notions but old conversations:
but a holy man counts him the best man in the Town, whose inside and outside, whose heart and life, whose body and soul is cloathed with sanctity and purity;
but a holy man counts him the best man in the Town, whose inside and outside, whose heart and life, whose body and soul is clothed with sanctity and purity;
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there is a dead man restored to life, a dumb man restored to speech, a blind man restored to sight, a deaf man restored to hearing, a lame man restored to walking, a man possest with Devils possest with grace, a heart of stone turned into an heart of flesh,
there is a dead man restored to life, a dumb man restored to speech, a blind man restored to sighed, a deaf man restored to hearing, a lame man restored to walking, a man possessed with Devils possessed with grace, a heart of stone turned into an heart of Flesh,
they do not (as the blind world do) value persons by their great places, names, professions, arts, parts, gifts, gay cloathes, gold chains, honours and riches, but by their holiness.
they do not (as the blind world do) valve Persons by their great places, names, professions, arts, parts, Gifts, gay clothes, gold chains, honours and riches, but by their holiness.
not how notional, but how experimental; not how great, but how gracious; not how high, but how holy; and accordingly they value them. Psalm 16.3. But to the Saints that are in the earth, and to the excellent in whom is all my delight. Prov. 12.26. The righteous is more excellent then his neighbour:
not how notional, but how experimental; not how great, but how gracious; not how high, but how holy; and accordingly they valve them. Psalm 16.3. But to the Saints that Are in the earth, and to the excellent in whom is all my delight. Curae 12.26. The righteous is more excellent then his neighbour:
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As King Ingo valued poor ragged Christians above his Pagan Nobles, saying, that when his Pagan Nobles in all their pomp and glory should-be cast down to Hell, those poor Christians should be his consorts and fellow-Princes in heaven:
As King Ingo valued poor ragged Christians above his Pagan Nobles, saying, that when his Pagan Nobles in all their pomp and glory should-be cast down to Hell, those poor Christians should be his consorts and fellow-Princes in heaven:
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Certainly to an holy man, there is no wife to an holy wife, no child to an holy child, no friend to an holy friend, no Magistrate to an holy Magistrate, no Minister to a holy Minister,
Certainly to an holy man, there is no wife to an holy wife, no child to an holy child, no friend to an holy friend, no Magistrate to an holy Magistrate, no Minister to a holy Minister,
Doubtless seventy holy persons in the esteem and judgement of those that are holy, are more worth then a whole world, yea then seventy worlds of unrighteous souls.
Doubtless seventy holy Persons in the esteem and judgement of those that Are holy, Are more worth then a Whole world, yea then seventy world's of unrighteous Souls.
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holy Paul prized holy One simus as his Son, Philem. v. 10. as himself, v. 17. yea as his own bowels, v. 12. 2 Sam. 22.27. With the pure thou wilt shew thy self pure, or (as the Hebrew will bear it) with the choice thou wilt shew thy self choice.
holy Paul prized holy One Simus as his Son, Philemon v. 10. as himself, v. 17. yea as his own bowels, v. 12. 2 Sam. 22.27. With the pure thou wilt show thy self pure, or (as the Hebrew will bear it) with the choice thou wilt show thy self choice.
nor so much holiness as will bring him to happiness, will not satisfie him; he will be still reaching and stretching out after the highest measures of holiness;
nor so much holiness as will bring him to happiness, will not satisfy him; he will be still reaching and stretching out After the highest measures of holiness;
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his desires are for more holiness. Psalm 27.4. the beauties of holiness do so affect him and inflame him, that he cannot but desire to be more and more holy.
his Desires Are for more holiness. Psalm 27.4. the beauty's of holiness do so affect him and inflame him, that he cannot but desire to be more and more holy.
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Psalm 51.2, 7. He prayeth that he may be filled with the fruits of righteousness, and that he may go on from faith to faith, and from strength to strength;
Psalm 51.2, 7. He Prayeth that he may be filled with the fruits of righteousness, and that he may go on from faith to faith, and from strength to strength;
he prayeth that he may like the Eagle fly higher and higher, and that his soul may be like the rising Sun, that shines brighter and brighter till it be perfect day:
he Prayeth that he may like the Eagl fly higher and higher, and that his soul may be like the rising Sun, that shines Brighter and Brighter till it be perfect day:
And as a man of holiness prayeth for more holiness, so a man of holiness believes for more holiness. Psalm 51.7. in your Translations you read the words prayer-wise, but in the Hebrew the words run in the future thus:
And as a man of holiness Prayeth for more holiness, so a man of holiness believes for more holiness. Psalm 51.7. in your Translations you read the words prayerwise, but in the Hebrew the words run in the future thus:
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Thou wilt purge me, and I shall be clean: thou wilt wash me, and I shall be whiter then snow. So in Psal. 65.3. Iniquities prevail against me: as for our transgressions, thou shalt purge them away.
Thou wilt purge me, and I shall be clean: thou wilt wash me, and I shall be Whiter then snow. So in Psalm 65.3. Iniquities prevail against me: as for our transgressions, thou shalt purge them away.
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And as a man of holiness believes for more holiness, so a man of holiness hopes for more holiness, 1 John 3.2, 3, 4. In every ordinance he hopes for more holiness,
And as a man of holiness believes for more holiness, so a man of holiness hope's for more holiness, 1 John 3.2, 3, 4. In every Ordinance he hope's for more holiness,
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nor the voluptuous man pleasure enough, nor the worldling Mammon enough, nor the wanton vain embraces enough, no more can a man of holiness have ever holiness enough in this world.
nor the voluptuous man pleasure enough, nor the worldling Mammon enough, nor the wanton vain embraces enough, no more can a man of holiness have ever holiness enough in this world.
but now if you will but look into the Scriptures, you shall find that all those that have been but pretenders to holinesse, their hearts have been alwayes engaged to some one way of wickednesse or another.
but now if you will but look into the Scriptures, you shall find that all those that have been but pretenders to holiness, their hearts have been always engaged to Some one Way of wickedness or Another.
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Though Simon Magus believed, and was baptized, and wondred at the miracles and signs which were done by Philip: yet for all these shews of godlinesse, he was a prisoner to his lusts;
Though Simon Magus believed, and was baptised, and wondered At the Miracles and Signs which were done by Philip: yet for all these shows of godliness, he was a prisoner to his Lustiest;
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First, The heart of a holy man rises against secret sins, against such as lye furthest off from the eye of man, Psal. 119.113. I hate vain thoughts, but thy Law do I love.
First, The heart of a holy man rises against secret Sins, against such as lie furthest off from the eye of man, Psalm 119.113. I hate vain thoughts, but thy Law do I love.
he knows that God takes notice of secret sins as well as of open. 2 Sam. 12.12. Thou didst it secretly: he knows that secret sins do often interpose between God and his soul.
he knows that God Takes notice of secret Sins as well as of open. 2 Sam. 12.12. Thou didst it secretly: he knows that secret Sins do often interpose between God and his soul.
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He knows that sometimes God punishes secret sins with manifest Judgements, as you may see in that great instance of David, 2 Sam. 12.10.18. Upon all which accounts, a holy heart rises in a detestation of secret sins. But,
He knows that sometime God Punishes secret Sins with manifest Judgments, as you may see in that great instance of David, 2 Sam. 12.10.18. Upon all which accounts, a holy heart rises in a detestation of secret Sins. But,
but yet some sins may comparatively be said to be little, if you compare them with those that are more great and grosse, that are more hainous and odious.
but yet Some Sins may comparatively be said to be little, if you compare them with those that Are more great and gross, that Are more heinous and odious.
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Some write, that there is suth a native dread and terror of the Hauk implanted in the Dove, that it detests and abhors the very sight of the least feather that hath grown upon the Hauk.
some write, that there is suth a native dread and terror of the Hawk implanted in the Dove, that it detests and abhors the very sighed of the least feather that hath grown upon the Hawk.
his soul rises against the least motions or inclinations to evil, though they are silverd over with the most specious shews, and most glorious pretences:
his soul rises against the least motions or inclinations to evil, though they Are silverd over with the most specious shows, and most glorious pretences:
and drinking a little water contrary to the command of God, though he was drawn thereunto by an old Prophet under a pretence of a revelation from heaven.
and drinking a little water contrary to the command of God, though he was drawn thereunto by an old Prophet under a pretence of a Revelation from heaven.
He remembers how Zacharias was stricken both dumb and deaf, because he believed not the report of the Angel Gabriel. He remembers how Ʋzzah was stricken dead for staying up the Ark when it was in danger to have fallen.
He remembers how Zacharias was stricken both dumb and deaf, Because he believed not the report of the Angel Gabriel. He remembers how Ʋzzah was stricken dead for staying up the Ark when it was in danger to have fallen.
Yea, he can never forget the fifty thousand men of Beth-shemesh who were slain for looking into the Ark. Now ah how doth the remembrance of these things stir up the hatred and indignation of a gracious soul against the least sins.
Yea, he can never forget the fifty thousand men of Beth-shemesh who were slave for looking into the Ark Now ah how does the remembrance of these things stir up the hatred and Indignation of a gracious soul against the least Sins.
Fabius a Senator of Room (and Lord Chief Justice besides) was strangled by swallowing a small hair in a draught of milk. Three fits of an Ague carried away Tamerlain, who was the terror of his time.
Fabius a Senator of Room (and Lord Chief justice beside) was strangled by swallowing a small hair in a draught of milk. Three fits of an Ague carried away Tamerlane, who was the terror of his time.
And thus you see little things have brought upon many, great miseries. And so little sins may expose and make persons very liable to great punishments:
And thus you see little things have brought upon many, great misery's. And so little Sins may expose and make Persons very liable to great punishments:
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Sin is so hatefull a thing that both the remote occasion, and the least occasion that might draw the soul to it, is to be avoided and shunned as a man would avoid and shun hell it self.
since is so hateful a thing that both the remote occasion, and the least occasion that might draw the soul to it, is to be avoided and shunned as a man would avoid and shun hell it self.
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Fourthly, A holy heart knows, that the indulging of of the least sin is ground sufficient for any man to question his integrity and ingenuity towards God;
Fourthly, A holy heart knows, that the indulging of of the least since is ground sufficient for any man to question his integrity and ingenuity towards God;
He that will pervert Justice for a few pieces of silver, what will he not do for a hatful of gold? he that will sell the poor for a pair of Shoos, will destroy the poor for a brace of Angels.
He that will pervert justice for a few Pieces of silver, what will he not do for a hatful of gold? he that will fell the poor for a pair of Shoes, will destroy the poor for a brace of Angels.
He that makes no conscience of betraying Christ into the hands of sinners for thirty shillings, will make no conscience of betraying his own soul into the hands of the devil at the price of a halter.
He that makes no conscience of betraying christ into the hands of Sinners for thirty shillings, will make no conscience of betraying his own soul into the hands of the Devil At the price of a halter.
These things a holy heart well understands, and the serious remembrance of them stirs up in him a holy indignation against the least transgression. But,
These things a holy heart well understands, and the serious remembrance of them stirs up in him a holy Indignation against the least Transgression. But,
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Certainly, there is not a vain thought, nor an Idle word, nor an angry word, not a wanton word that can be pardoned or cleansed but by the blood of Jesus Christ.
Certainly, there is not a vain Thought, nor an Idle word, nor an angry word, not a wanton word that can be pardoned or cleansed but by the blood of jesus christ.
When Julius Caesar the Emperour was murdered, Antonius brought forth his bloody Coat, and shewed it to the people, which stirred up in them such an indignation against the murderers, that they cryed out, Slay the murderers,
When Julius Caesar the Emperor was murdered, Antonius brought forth his bloody Coat, and showed it to the people, which stirred up in them such an Indignation against the murderers, that they cried out, Slay the murderers,
So when a holy heart looks upon his sins, yea his little sins, as those that have murdered the Prince of glory, ah what an indignation doth it raise in the soul against them!
So when a holy heart looks upon his Sins, yea his little Sins, as those that have murdered the Prince of glory, ah what an Indignation does it raise in the soul against them!
Christ accounts hatred, murder, 1 John 3.15. A wanton eye, adultery. Matth. 5.28. And he reckons the officious lie, and the merry lie amongst the most monstrous sins,
christ accounts hatred, murder, 1 John 3.15. A wanton eye, adultery. Matthew 5.28. And he reckons the officious lie, and the merry lie among the most monstrous Sins,
and condemns it to the lowest hell. Rev. 21.8. The consideration of all which raises no small indignation in a holy heart against the least, the smallest sin.
and condemns it to the lowest hell. Rev. 21.8. The consideration of all which raises no small Indignation in a holy heart against the least, the Smallest since.
with Adam they will transgress for n Apple: and with Esau they will sell their birth-right of grace here, and of glory hereafter, for a mess of Pottage.
with Adam they will transgress for n Apple: and with Esau they will fell their birthright of grace Here, and of glory hereafter, for a mess of Pottage.
But as for vain thoughts, idle words, petty oaths, sinfull motions, and frequent omissions, they look upon these as trifles, motes and gnats that are not to be regarded, or bewailed. But,
But as for vain thoughts, idle words, Petty Oaths, sinful motions, and frequent omissions, they look upon these as trifles, motes and gnats that Are not to be regarded, or bewailed. But,
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But now the hearts of those that are holy rise against complexion sins, against darling sins, against those that make for present pleasure and profit, against those that were once as right hands, and right eyes;
But now the hearts of those that Are holy rise against complexion Sins, against darling Sins, against those that make for present pleasure and profit, against those that were once as right hands, and right eyes;
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that were that to their souls, that Dalilah was to Sampson, Herodias to Herod, Isaac to Abraham, and Joseph to Jacob, Psalm 18.23. I was also upright before him;
that were that to their Souls, that Delilah was to Sampson, Herodias to Herod, Isaac to Abraham, and Joseph to Jacob, Psalm 18.23. I was also upright before him;
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Others say it was uncleanness, and that therefore he prayed, that God would turn away his eyes from beholding vanity, Psalm 119.37. Others judge it to be that sin of disloyalty which Saul and his Courtiers falsly charged upon him.
Others say it was uncleanness, and that Therefore he prayed, that God would turn away his eyes from beholding vanity, Psalm 119.37. Others judge it to be that since of disloyalty which Saul and his Courtiers falsely charged upon him.
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It is enough for our purpose that his heart did rise against that very sin, that either by custom or some strong inclination he was most naturally apt, ready and prone to fall into.
It is enough for our purpose that his heart did rise against that very since, that either by custom or Some strong inclination he was most naturally apt, ready and prove to fallen into.
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Idolatry was the darling sin of the people of Israel: they called their Idols delectable, or desireable things, Isa 44.9. they did dearly affectand delight in their Idols;
Idolatry was the darling since of the people of Israel: they called their Idols delectable, or desirable things, Isaiah 44.9. they did dearly affectand delight in their Idols;
They were so delighted and enamoured with their Idols, that they would deck then up in the greatest glory and bravery, they would attire them with the most rich, costly, pompous and glorious rayment.
They were so delighted and enamoured with their Idols, that they would deck then up in the greatest glory and bravery, they would attire them with the most rich, costly, pompous and glorious raiment.
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and disgrace their Idols, then they should so hate and abhor them, they should so detest and loath them, that in a holy indignation they should cast them away as a menstrous cloth,
and disgrace their Idols, then they should so hate and abhor them, they should so detest and loath them, that in a holy Indignation they should cast them away as a menstruous cloth,
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In that day, (that is, in the day of the Lords exaltation in the hearts, lives and consciences of his people, ver. 17.) a man shall cast his Idols of silver,
In that day, (that is, in the day of the lords exaltation in the hearts, lives and Consciences of his people, ver. 17.) a man shall cast his Idols of silver,
In the day of Gods exaltation they shall expresse such disdain and indignation against their Idols, that they shall take not only those made of trees and stones,
In the day of God's exaltation they shall express such disdain and Indignation against their Idols, that they shall take not only those made of trees and stones,
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that is, they shall cast them into such blind holes, and into such dark, filthy, nasty and dusty corners as moles make under ground, and as Bats roust in:
that is, they shall cast them into such blind holes, and into such dark, filthy, nasty and dusty corners as Moles make under ground, and as Bats roust in:
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Beware that none touch the young man Absalom, ver. 12. And the King said, Is the young man Absalom safe? ver. 29. An unholy heart is as fond of his bosom sins,
Beware that none touch the young man Absalom, ver. 12. And the King said, Is the young man Absalom safe? ver. 29. an unholy heart is as found of his bosom Sins,
as Herod was of his Herodias; or a Demetrius was of his Diana; or as Naaman was of the Idol Rimmon, which was the Idol of the Syrians: or as Judas was of bearing the bagg;
as Herod was of his Herodias; or a Demetrius was of his Diana; or as Naaman was of the Idol Rimmon, which was the Idol of the Syrians: or as Judas was of bearing the bag;
or as the Pharisees were of having the uppermost seats, and of being saluted in the market place with those glorious titles Rabbi, Rabbi. Bosom sins have at least a seeming sweetnesse in them:
or as the Pharisees were of having the uppermost seats, and of being saluted in the market place with those glorious titles Rabbi, Rabbi. Bosom Sins have At least a seeming sweetness in them:
he abhors small sins as well as great, secret sins as well as open, and bosom sins as well as others that have not that acquaintance and acceptance with the soul.
he abhors small Sins as well as great, secret Sins as well as open, and bosom Sins as well as Others that have not that acquaintance and acceptance with the soul.
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Wine and water will easily mix, so the wine of gifts and the water of sin, the wine of civility and the water of vanity, the wine of morality and the water of impiety will easily mix,
Wine and water will Easily mix, so the wine of Gifts and the water of since, the wine of civility and the water of vanity, the wine of morality and the water of impiety will Easily mix,
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and some commendations of holiness, and some visible actings of holiness, are consistent with the love of lusts, with the dominion of sin, witness the Scribes and Pharisees, Judas, Demas and Simon Magus; but the real infused habits of true grace and holiness, will never admit of the dominion of any sin,
and Some commendations of holiness, and Some visible actings of holiness, Are consistent with the love of Lustiest, with the dominion of since, witness the Scribes and Pharisees, Judas, Demas and Simon Magus; but the real infused habits of true grace and holiness, will never admit of the dominion of any since,
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Holy Agur looking upon that rare knowledge, that depth of wisdom, and those admirable excellencies that Adam was endued with in his integrity and innocency, confesses himself to be but brutish, to be as much below what Adam once was,
Holy Agur looking upon that rare knowledge, that depth of Wisdom, and those admirable excellencies that Adam was endued with in his integrity and innocency, Confesses himself to be but brutish, to be as much below what Adam once was,
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And so for his being envious at the prosperity of the foolish, how doth he befool and be-beast himself! Psalm 73.22. So foolish was I and ignorant, I was as a beast before thee.
And so for his being envious At the Prosperity of the foolish, how does he befool and bebeast himself! Psalm 73.22. So foolish was I and ignorant, I was as a beast before thee.
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So holy Daniel complained not that they were reproached and oppressed, but that they had rebelled. So Peter, Luke 5.8. Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord:
So holy daniel complained not that they were reproached and oppressed, but that they had rebelled. So Peter, Lycia 5.8. Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, Oh Lord:
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Some say that Saint Peters eyes (after his great falls) were alwayes full of tears, insomuch that his face was furrowed with continual weeping for his horrid thoughts, his desperate words, his shameful shifts,
some say that Saint Peter's eyes (After his great falls) were always full of tears, insomuch that his face was furrowed with continual weeping for his horrid thoughts, his desperate words, his shameful shifts,
Wicked Pharaoh cryes out, Oh take away these filthy frogs, take away these dreadful judgments; but holy David cryes out, O Lord, take away the iniquity of thy servant.
Wicked Pharaoh cries out, O take away these filthy frogs, take away these dreadful Judgments; but holy David cries out, Oh Lord, take away the iniquity of thy servant.
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Pharaoh cryes out because of his punishments, but David cryes out because of his sin. Anselm saith, that with grief he considered the whole course of his life;
Pharaoh cries out Because of his punishments, but David cries out Because of his since. Anselm Says, that with grief he considered the Whole course of his life;
and then he breaks forth into this patheticall expression, What remaineth for thee, wretched man, but that thou spend thy whole life in bewailing thy whole life!
and then he breaks forth into this pathetical expression, What remains for thee, wretched man, but that thou spend thy Whole life in bewailing thy Whole life!
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Now certainly those persons are as far off from real holiness, as hell is from heaven, who take pleasure in unrighteousness, who make a scoff and mock of sin, who commit wickedness with greediness, who talk wickedly, who live wantonly, who trade deceitfully, who swear horribly, who drink stifly, who lye hideously, and who die impenitently. But,
Now Certainly those Persons Are as Far off from real holiness, as hell is from heaven, who take pleasure in unrighteousness, who make a scoff and mock of since, who commit wickedness with greediness, who talk wickedly, who live wantonly, who trade deceitfully, who swear horribly, who drink stiffly, who lie hideously, and who die impenitently. But,
As soon as ever this plant of renown was set in the heart of Paul, he cryes out, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? And hence it is that hearing is called the hearing of faith,
As soon as ever this plant of renown was Set in the heart of Paul, he cries out, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? And hence it is that hearing is called the hearing of faith,
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And many people shall go and say, Come ye, and let us go up to the mountain of the Lord, to the house of the God of Jacob, and he will teach us of his wayes,
And many people shall go and say, Come you, and let us go up to the mountain of the Lord, to the house of the God of Jacob, and he will teach us of his ways,
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And hence patience is called patience of hope, because this holy principle of hope naturalizes a mans heart to a patient waiting upon God. Rom. 8.25. But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it.
And hence patience is called patience of hope, Because this holy principle of hope naturalizes a men heart to a patient waiting upon God. Rom. 8.25. But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it.
holy love will make us to pray and to praise, it will make us wait and work, it will provoke souls to study Christ, to admire Christ, to live to Christ, to lift up Christ, to spend and be spent for Christ;
holy love will make us to pray and to praise, it will make us wait and work, it will provoke Souls to study christ, to admire christ, to live to christ, to lift up christ, to spend and be spent for christ;
and my brethren should press about me, I would break through my brethren, throw down my mother, tread under-feet my father, that I might the faster cleave unto Christ my Saviour.
and my brothers should press about me, I would break through my brothers, throw down my mother, tread underfeet my father, that I might the faster cleave unto christ my Saviour.
they are averse to hearing, averse to praying, averse to reading, averse to meditating, averse to self-judging, averse to self-examining, averse to holy worship, averse to holy Sabbaths. Amos 8.5.
they Are averse to hearing, averse to praying, averse to reading, averse to meditating, averse to Self-judging, averse to self-examining, averse to holy worship, averse to holy Sabbaths. Amos 8.5.
But if at any time, by the strong motions of the Spirit, the close debates of conscience, the powerful perswasions of the Word, the education of godly parents, the pious example of bosom friends, the rich treasures in precious promises, the dreadful evils in terrible threatnings,
But if At any time, by the strong motions of the Spirit, the close debates of conscience, the powerful persuasions of the Word, the education of godly Parents, the pious Exampl of bosom Friends, the rich treasures in precious promises, the dreadful evils in terrible threatenings,
But thou hast not called upon me, O Jacob, (that is, thou hast not worshipped nor served me sincerely, faithfully, feelingly, heartily, affectionately, humbly, holily,
But thou hast not called upon me, Oh Jacob, (that is, thou hast not worshipped nor served me sincerely, faithfully, feelingly, heartily, affectionately, humbly, holily,
that is, thou hast been weary of my worship and service, and thou hast counted it rather a burden then a benefit, a dammage then an advantage, a reproach then an honour, a disgrace then a favour, a vexation then a blessing,
that is, thou hast been weary of my worship and service, and thou hast counted it rather a burden then a benefit, a damage then an advantage, a reproach then an honour, a disgrace then a favour, a vexation then a blessing,
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and blow, and sweat, and swell, and fall into a fustian fume, as if they had been over-tyred and wearied with the burden and weight of those sacrifices which they offered up to the great God.
and blow, and sweat, and swell, and fallen into a fustian fume, as if they had been overtired and wearied with the burden and weight of those Sacrifices which they offered up to the great God.
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and upon religious accounts, viz. the honour of God, the command of God, the will of God, the credit of the Gospel, &c. Real holiness towards God, is alwayes attended with righteousness towards men. Eph. 4.24. And that ye put on the new man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness, or, holiness of truth. Titus 2.11, 12. For the grace of God that bringeth salvation, hath appeared to all men.
and upon religious accounts, viz. the honour of God, the command of God, the will of God, the credit of the Gospel, etc. Real holiness towards God, is always attended with righteousness towards men. Ephesians 4.24. And that you put on the new man, which After God is created in righteousness and true holiness, or, holiness of truth. Titus 2.11, 12. For the grace of God that brings salvation, hath appeared to all men.
and godlily towards God, is true godliness indeed, and the whole duty of man. So holy Abraham in Gen. 23.16. And Abraham hearkened unto Ephron, and Abraham weighed to Ephron the silver which he had named in the audience of the sons of Heth, four hundred shekels of silver, currant money with the Merchant.
and godlily towards God, is true godliness indeed, and the Whole duty of man. So holy Abraham in Gen. 23.16. And Abraham harkened unto Ephron, and Abraham weighed to Ephron the silver which he had nam in the audience of the Sons of Heth, four hundred shekels of silver, currant money with the Merchant.
It is recorded to holy Abrahams everlasting honour and fame, that he paid for the field that he bought of Ephron currant money not counterfeit, pure not adulterate, shekels of silver, not shekels of brass silver'd over;
It is recorded to holy Abrahams everlasting honour and fame, that he paid for the field that he bought of Ephron currant money not counterfeit, pure not adulterate, shekels of silver, not shekels of brass silvered over;
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So holy Jacob in Gen. 43. supposing that the money that was returned in the sacks of corn that his sons brought out of Egypt, was through some mistake or oversight, he very honestly and conscientiously ordered them to carry the money back again. Ver. 12. And take double money in your hand:
So holy Jacob in Gen. 43. supposing that the money that was returned in the sacks of corn that his Sons brought out of Egypt, was through Some mistake or oversight, he very honestly and conscientiously ordered them to carry the money back again. Ver. 12. And take double money in your hand:
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it is but justice to return and restore to every man his due. So holy Moses in Numb. 16.15. And Moses was very wroth, and said unto the Lord, Respect not thou their offering:
it is but Justice to return and restore to every man his endue. So holy Moses in Numb. 16.15. And Moses was very wroth, and said unto the Lord, Respect not thou their offering:
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whose Ox have I taken? or whose Ass have I taken? or whom have I defrauded? whom have I oppressed? or of whose hand have I received any bribe to blind mine eyes therewith? And I will restore it you.
whose Ox have I taken? or whose Ass have I taken? or whom have I defrauded? whom have I oppressed? or of whose hand have I received any bribe to blind mine eyes therewith? And I will restore it you.
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He makes a solemn protestation before the Lord, before his anointed, and before the people, that he had so lived in the exercise of justice and righteousness amongst them, that they could not accuse him of the least unrighteousness, they could not say, black was his eye, they could not say that he had lessened them to greaten himself,
He makes a solemn protestation before the Lord, before his anointed, and before the people, that he had so lived in the exercise of Justice and righteousness among them, that they could not accuse him of the least unrighteousness, they could not say, black was his eye, they could not say that he had lessened them to greaten himself,
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So holy Daniel, in Dan. 6.4, 5. Then the Presidents and Princes sought to find occasion against Daniel concerning the Kingdom, but they could find no occasion nor fault;
So holy daniel, in Dan. 6.4, 5. Then the Presidents and Princes sought to find occasion against daniel Concerning the Kingdom, but they could find no occasion nor fault;
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yet holy Daniel was so just and righteous, so innocent and prudent, so careful and faithful in the administration of his high office, that none of his envious, malicious,
yet holy daniel was so just and righteous, so innocent and prudent, so careful and faithful in the administration of his high office, that none of his envious, malicious,
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and ambitious enemies could (after their unity in a hellish & cruel conspiracy) charge him with the least spot of injustice or shew of unrighteousness;
and ambitious enemies could (After their unity in a hellish & cruel Conspiracy) charge him with the least spot of injustice or show of unrighteousness;
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they were as well for righteousness towards man, as they were for holiness towards God. So the Apostles in 2 Corin. 7.2. Receive us, we wronged no man, we have corrupted no man, we have defrauded no man.
they were as well for righteousness towards man, as they were for holiness towards God. So the Apostles in 2 Corin. 7.2. Receive us, we wronged no man, we have corrupted no man, we have defrauded no man.
The Apostle would have the Corinthians to make room for them in their hearts and houses (as the Greek word NONLATINALPHABET imports) for that they had wronged no man in his name or reputation, as the false Apostles had;
The Apostle would have the Corinthians to make room for them in their hearts and houses (as the Greek word imports) for that they had wronged no man in his name or reputation, as the false Apostles had;
of the same import is that of the Apostle in 1 Thes. 2.10. Ye are witness, and God also, how holily, justly, and unblamably we behaved our selves among you that believe.
of the same import is that of the Apostle in 1 Thebes 2.10. You Are witness, and God also, how holily, justly, and unblamably we behaved our selves among you that believe.
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who under a pretence of piety, exercised the greatest covetousness, unrighteousness and cruelty, and that upon widdows, who are (usually) the greatest objects of pitty and charity;
who under a pretence of piety, exercised the greatest covetousness, unrighteousness and cruelty, and that upon Widows, who Are (usually) the greatest objects of pity and charity;
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Judas acted the part of a Saint in his profession, and discourses, that so he might be the less suspected to act the part of a thief in his more secret practises.
Judas acted the part of a Saint in his profession, and discourses, that so he might be the less suspected to act the part of a thief in his more secret practises.
and every light that burns more dim then his, he desires that it may be snufft, (not put out) that so it may give a clearer and a greater light to others.
and every Light that burns more dim then his, he Desires that it may be snuffed, (not put out) that so it may give a clearer and a greater Light to Others.
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and altogether such as I am, except these bands. True holiness is no Churl: nothing makes a man more noble in his spiritual desires, wishes, and actings for others, then holiness.
and altogether such as I am, except these bans. True holiness is no Churl: nothing makes a man more noble in his spiritual Desires, wishes, and actings for Others, then holiness.
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Art thou a holy Master, then thou wilt with holy Joshua, labour to make all under thy charge holy. Josh. 24.15. But as for me, and my house, we will serve the Lord.
Art thou a holy Master, then thou wilt with holy joshua, labour to make all under thy charge holy. Josh. 24.15. But as for me, and my house, we will serve the Lord.
As holy David, holy Asa, holy Josiah, and holy Ezekiah did, he knows that the souls of his servants and subjects are the choicest treasure that God hath committed to his care;
As holy David, holy Asa, holy Josiah, and holy Hezekiah did, he knows that the Souls of his Servants and subject's Are the Choicest treasure that God hath committed to his care;
and cause the Scriptures to be read and opened to them, that they might be made holy Courtiers, and so fitted for the Court of heaven, into which no unclean person or thing can enter.
and cause the Scriptures to be read and opened to them, that they might be made holy Courtiers, and so fitted for the Court of heaven, into which no unclean person or thing can enter.
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and one erroneous person another, &c. So one holy heart labours to make another, one gracious heart labours to make another, he that is humble will labour to make others humble, he that is sincere will labour to make others sincere, he that is faithful will labour to make others to be faithful, he that is fruitful will labour to make others fruitful,
and one erroneous person Another, etc. So one holy heart labours to make Another, one gracious heart labours to make Another, he that is humble will labour to make Others humble, he that is sincere will labour to make Others sincere, he that is faithful will labour to make Others to be faithful, he that is fruitful will labour to make Others fruitful,
He knows that there is no love, no wisdom, no care, no pains (next to that which he takes with his own heart) to that which is laid out to make unholy hearts holy.
He knows that there is no love, no Wisdom, no care, no pains (next to that which he Takes with his own heart) to that which is laid out to make unholy hearts holy.
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but now what shall we say of those persons who are so far from being holy, who are so far from drawing others to be holy, that they do what they can to make those that are holy to become unholy;
but now what shall we say of those Persons who Are so Far from being holy, who Are so Far from drawing Others to be holy, that they do what they can to make those that Are holy to become unholy;
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If you look upon him in his buying and selling, in his paying and receiving, you shall find him holy, Isa. 23.18. And her Merchandise and her hire shall be holiness to the Lord.
If you look upon him in his buying and selling, in his paying and receiving, you shall find him holy, Isaiah 23.18. And her Merchandise and her hire shall be holiness to the Lord.
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to spend upon her pride, and wantonnesse, and luxuriousnesse, &c. But now being converted she uses and improves what she hath in the Service of the Lord,
to spend upon her pride, and wantonness, and luxuriousness, etc. But now being converted she uses and improves what she hath in the Service of the Lord,
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If you look upon a holy man going to war, then you shall find holinesse written upon the bridles of his horses, Zach. 14.20, 21. In that day shall there be upon the bridles (or bells) of the horses holiness unto the Lord.
If you look upon a holy man going to war, then you shall find holiness written upon the bridles of his Horses, Zach 14.20, 21. In that day shall there be upon the bridles (or Bells') of the Horses holiness unto the Lord.
Every piece of his civility shall savour of sanctity, and in all the parts of his common conversation you shall be able to discern something of the power of religion, Job 5.24. And thou shalt visit thy habitation, and shalt not sin.
Every piece of his civility shall savour of sanctity, and in all the parts of his Common Conversation you shall be able to discern something of the power of Religion, Job 5.24. And thou shalt visit thy habitation, and shalt not sin.
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thou shalt make a Jacobs ladder of all thy earthly enjoyments, all the comforts that be in thy habitation, shall be as so many bright morning stars to lead thee on in a way of holinesse,
thou shalt make a Jacobs ladder of all thy earthly enjoyments, all the comforts that be in thy habitation, shall be as so many bright morning Stars to led thee on in a Way of holiness,
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If you look narrowly upon him in all his worldly concernments, you shall find some footsteps of the aw, fear, dread, authority and glory of God upon his spirit.
If you look narrowly upon him in all his worldly concernments, you shall find Some footsteps of the awe, Fear, dread, Authority and glory of God upon his Spirit.
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and therefore the work of grace and holinesse is called a forming of Christ in the soul, Gal. 4.19. Holy hearts have the very prints, stamps and impressions of the graces of Jesus Christ upon them, 1 John 16. Of his fulnesse we have all received grace for grace.
and Therefore the work of grace and holiness is called a forming of christ in the soul, Gal. 4.19. Holy hearts have the very prints, stamps and impressions of the graces of jesus christ upon them, 1 John 16. Of his fullness we have all received grace for grace.
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So the graces that are in a holy Christian are conformable to the graces that are in Christ, 2 Cor. 3.17, 18. To be a Philosopher (saith Plato ) is to know God, to be in love with God, and to imitate God.
So the graces that Are in a holy Christian Are conformable to the graces that Are in christ, 2 Cor. 3.17, 18. To be a Philosopher (Says Plato) is to know God, to be in love with God, and to imitate God.
It was the height of Caesars glory, to walk in the steps of Alexander; And of Selymus (a Turkish Emperour) to walk in the steps of Caesar. And of Themistocles, to walk in the steps of Miltiades: so it is the height of a Christians glory, to tread in the vertuous steps of his dearest Lord.
It was the height of Caesars glory, to walk in the steps of Alexander; And of Selimus (a Turkish Emperor) to walk in the steps of Caesar. And of Themistocles, to walk in the steps of Miltiades: so it is the height of a Christians glory, to tread in the virtuous steps of his dearest Lord.
And as Scipio accounted it no small disparagement for him to walk one foot awry from that course of life which Cyrus in Xenophon had gone before him in:
And as Scipio accounted it no small disparagement for him to walk one foot awry from that course of life which Cyrus in Xenophon had gone before him in:
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Twelfthly, He that is truly holy, is much affected and afflicted with the unholinesse of others, Psal. 119.53. Horror hath taken hold upon me, because of the wicked that forsake thy Law.
Twelfthly, He that is truly holy, is much affected and afflicted with the unholiness of Others, Psalm 119.53. Horror hath taken hold upon me, Because of the wicked that forsake thy Law.
before his habitation among his own people? Why, the cause you have in the following words, for they be all Adulterers, an Assembly of treacherous men;
before his habitation among his own people? Why, the cause you have in the following words, for they be all Adulterers, an Assembly of treacherous men;
So holy Lot was much affected and afflicted with seeing and hearing of the wickednesse of those among whom he lived, 2 Peter 2.7, 8. The Greek word for vexed, in verse 7. (NONLATINALPHABET) signifies to be oppressed under the wanton and wicked conversation of the ungodly Sodomites, as a man that is oppressed under a heavy burden which he labours under,
So holy Lot was much affected and afflicted with seeing and hearing of the wickedness of those among whom he lived, 2 Peter 2.7, 8. The Greek word for vexed, in verse 7. () signifies to be oppressed under the wanton and wicked Conversation of the ungodly Sodomites, as a man that is oppressed under a heavy burden which he labours under,
yet seeing some going about to kill his Father, his tongue-strings unloosed, and he cried out) O kill not King Croesus, kill not my Father. Oh kill not my God, and my King!
yet seeing Some going about to kill his Father, his tongue-strings unloosed, and he cried out) Oh kill not King Croesus, kill not my Father. O kill not my God, and my King!
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he grieves for sin, as it is the breach of a holy Law, and as it is a dishonour to a holy God, &c. and therefore he cannot but mourn for other mens sins, as well as his own.
he grieves for since, as it is the breach of a holy Law, and as it is a dishonour to a holy God, etc. and Therefore he cannot but mourn for other men's Sins, as well as his own.
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How oft did holy Moses by his tears quench the wrath of an angry God? However if wrath should break forth upon a Nation, yet they that mourn for the abominations of the times, they shall be hid in the day of Gods publick visitation.
How oft did holy Moses by his tears quench the wrath of an angry God? However if wrath should break forth upon a nation, yet they that mourn for the abominations of the times, they shall be hid in the day of God's public Visitation.
he knows that sinners sins may have a deep hand in provoking God to rain hell out of heaven upon a sinfull Nation, as he did of old upon Sodom and Gomorrah, and this sets him a mourning;
he knows that Sinners Sins may have a deep hand in provoking God to rain hell out of heaven upon a sinful nation, as he did of old upon Sodom and Gomorrah, and this sets him a mourning;
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then certainly they are far from being holy, who take pleasure in the wickednesse of others, who laugh and joy, who can make a sport, a pastime of other mens sins!
then Certainly they Are Far from being holy, who take pleasure in the wickedness of Others, who laugh and joy, who can make a sport, a pastime of other men's Sins!
Thirteenthly, He that is truly holy, he loves the word, and is affected and taken with the word for its holinesse and purity. Psal. 119.140. Thy word is very pure, therefore thy servant loveth it.
Thirteenthly, He that is truly holy, he loves the word, and is affected and taken with the word for its holiness and purity. Psalm 119.140. Thy word is very pure, Therefore thy servant loves it.
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The fear of the Lord is clean, (that is, the Doctrine that teacheth the true fear of God) enduring for ever: the judgements of the Lord are true and righteous altogether;
The Fear of the Lord is clean, (that is, the Doctrine that Teaches the true Fear of God) enduring for ever: the Judgments of the Lord Are true and righteous altogether;
But now unholy hearts they are affected with the word as it is drest up with fine high notions (which are but mysterious nothings) they are taken with the word,
But now unholy hearts they Are affected with the word as it is dressed up with fine high notions (which Are but mysterious nothings) they Are taken with the word,
Some are affected with Sermons because of the elegancy of the style, delicacy of the words, smoothnesse of the language, and gracefulnesse of the delivery.
some Are affected with Sermons Because of the elegancy of the style, delicacy of the words, smoothness of the language, and gracefulness of the delivery.
And these deal by Sermons as many men do by their Nosegays, that are made up of many pickt (sweet) flowers, who after they have smelt to them a while, cast them into a corner.
And these deal by Sermons as many men do by their Nosegays, that Are made up of many picked (sweet) flowers, who After they have smelled to them a while, cast them into a corner.
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When a man that is sick, crazy and unsound, is at a Table that is furnished with variety of dishes, you know he easily and readily passes over all the most wholesome and nourishing dishes,
When a man that is sick, crazy and unsound, is At a Table that is furnished with variety of Dishes, you know he Easily and readily passes over all the most wholesome and nourishing Dishes,
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So unsound, unholy hearts when God hath prepared his Table, and made a feast of fat things for their souls in the Ministry of his word, they can easily and readily passe over those sound, solid,
So unsound, unholy hearts when God hath prepared his Table, and made a feast of fat things for their Souls in the Ministry of his word, they can Easily and readily pass over those found, solid,
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But now a holy heart savours the word, and relishes the word, and is affected and taken with the word as it is a holy word, a substantial word, a pure word, a clean word,
But now a holy heart savours the word, and Relishes the word, and is affected and taken with the word as it is a holy word, a substantial word, a pure word, a clean word,
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and as it begets holinesse, and cherishes holinesse, and increases holinesse, and as it works towards the compleating and perfecting of holinesse. Quest.
and as it begets holiness, and Cherishes holiness, and increases holiness, and as it works towards the completing and perfecting of holiness. Quest.
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he loves it and takes pleasure in it, as well in adversity as in prosperity. Psalm 119.59. Thy Statutes have been my songs (I but where we) in the house of my pilgrimage, or pilgrimages, as the Hebrew hath it.
he loves it and Takes pleasure in it, as well in adversity as in Prosperity. Psalm 119.59. Thy Statutes have been my songs (I but where we) in the house of my pilgrimage, or Pilgrimages, as the Hebrew hath it.
now as a Pilgrim he sojourns here, and anon as a Stranger he sojourns there; no man could take more pleasure, joy and contentment in the rarest and choicest musick,
now as a Pilgrim he sojourns Here, and anon as a Stranger he sojourns there; no man could take more pleasure, joy and contentment in the Rarest and Choicest music,
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he that loves the Word, and that delights in the Word for its holiness and purity, he will love it and delight in it, in health and sickness, in strength and weakness, in honour and disgrace, in wealth and want, in life and in death.
he that loves the Word, and that delights in the Word for its holiness and purity, he will love it and delight in it, in health and sickness, in strength and weakness, in honour and disgrace, in wealth and want, in life and in death.
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and discovers their own sinfulness and wretchedness to them, when it shews them how Christless, and gracel•ss, and lifeless, and helpless, and hopeless they are;
and discovers their own sinfulness and wretchedness to them, when it shows them how Christless, and gracel•ss, and Lifeless, and helpless, and hopeless they Are;
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Or when the Word comes to be scorned, slighted, disgraced, opposed or persecuted, oh! then they turn their backs upon it, and quickly grow weary of it.
Or when the Word comes to be scorned, slighted, disgraced, opposed or persecuted, o! then they turn their backs upon it, and quickly grow weary of it.
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or the bell of errour, or the bell of superstition sound in their ears, and presently they will run from the sweet musick of the Word, to follow after any of these bells:
or the bell of error, or the bell of Superstition found in their ears, and presently they will run from the sweet music of the Word, to follow After any of these Bells':
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But now a man that loves the Word, and that is affected and taken with the Word as it is a holy Word, no bell can ring him from the Word, no disgrace, no affliction, no opposition, no persecution can take him off from affecting the Word,
But now a man that loves the Word, and that is affected and taken with the Word as it is a holy Word, no bell can ring him from the Word, no disgrace, no affliction, no opposition, no persecution can take him off from affecting the Word,
Fourthly, He that loves the Word, and that is affected and taken with the Word as it is a holy Word, he is most affected and taken with those parts of the Word that do most incite to holiness, that do most promote holiness,
Fourthly, He that loves the Word, and that is affected and taken with the Word as it is a holy Word, he is most affected and taken with those parts of the Word that do most incite to holiness, that do most promote holiness,
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(I shall give you light into these words, when I come to open the holiness of God to you. ) So Mat. 5.48. Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.
(I shall give you Light into these words, when I come to open the holiness of God to you.) So Mathew 5.48. Be you Therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.
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There is nothing more laudable and commendable, then for a Christian to endeavour more and more to resemble his God in the highest perfections of righteousness and holiness.
There is nothing more laudable and commendable, then for a Christian to endeavour more and more to resemble his God in the highest perfections of righteousness and holiness.
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As the Carpenter works by line and rule, so a Christian must walk by line and rule, he must labour to get up to the very top of godliness, he must go to the utmost of every command, as the original word importeth. So Phil. 2.15. That ye may be blameless and harmless (or sincere) the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse Nation, among whom ye shine (or shine ye) as lights in the world.
As the Carpenter works by line and Rule, so a Christian must walk by line and Rule, he must labour to get up to the very top of godliness, he must go to the utmost of every command, as the original word imports. So Philip 2.15. That you may be blameless and harmless (or sincere) the Sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom you shine (or shine you) as lights in the world.
Gods sons should be spotless sons, as the Greek imports, that is, they should be without all such spots as are inconsistent with Sonship or Saintship. And so in Col. 2.6. As ye have therefore received Jesus Christ the Lord, so walk ye in him.
God's Sons should be spotless Sons, as the Greek imports, that is, they should be without all such spots as Are inconsistent with Sonship or Saintship. And so in Col. 2.6. As you have Therefore received jesus christ the Lord, so walk you in him.
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To walk as Christ walked, is to walk humbly, holily, justly, righteously, meekly, lowly, lovingly, fruitfully, faithfully, uprightly, with an As of quality or similitude,
To walk as christ walked, is to walk humbly, holily, justly, righteously, meekly, lowly, lovingly, fruitfully, faithfully, uprightly, with an As of quality or similitude,
How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace, that bringeth good tidings of good, that publisheth salvation, that saith unto Zion, thy God reigneth! If the very feet of those that brought good tidings,
How beautiful upon the Mountains Are the feet of him that brings good tidings, that Publisheth peace, that brings good tidings of good, that Publisheth salvation, that Says unto Zion, thy God Reigneth! If the very feet of those that brought good tidings,
So in 1 Thes. 5.12, 13. And we beseech you, Brethren, to know them which labour among you in the Lord, and admonish you: And to esteem them very highly (or, more then abundantly, as the Greek hath it) in love for their work sake,
So in 1 Thebes 5.12, 13. And we beseech you, Brothers, to know them which labour among you in the Lord, and admonish you: And to esteem them very highly (or, more then abundantly, as the Greek hath it) in love for their work sake,
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and so to fit you and prepare you for a glorious fruition of Christ; and therefore certainly their work is high and honourable, excellent and eminent, laborious and glorious,
and so to fit you and prepare you for a glorious fruition of christ; and Therefore Certainly their work is high and honourable, excellent and eminent, laborious and glorious,
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I have read of Ambrose, that being once to leave the Church of Milan, the people of the place flocked about him, laid hold of him, protesting that they had rather lose their lives then lose their Pastor, beseeching him to remain,
I have read of Ambrose, that being once to leave the Church of Milan, the people of the place flocked about him, laid hold of him, protesting that they had rather loose their lives then loose their Pastor, beseeching him to remain,
yea with that bread that came down from heaven? Certainly the more any man is affected and taken with the holiness of the Word, the more highly they will honour and prize the holy and faithful dispensers of the Word:
yea with that bred that Come down from heaven? Certainly the more any man is affected and taken with the holiness of the Word, the more highly they will honour and prize the holy and faithful dispensers of the Word:
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when they shaved off one half of their beards, and cut off their garments in the middle, &c. I have read that Rome was destroyed to the ground for some abuses that were offered to an Embassador that was sent unto it.
when they shaved off one half of their beards, and Cut off their garments in the middle, etc. I have read that Room was destroyed to the ground for Some Abuses that were offered to an Ambassador that was sent unto it.
No wonder then if God deal so severely with those that slight his Embassadors, who come with messages of grace and favour from the King of Kings and Lord of Lords,
No wonder then if God deal so severely with those that slight his ambassadors, who come with messages of grace and favour from the King of Kings and Lord of lords,
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And so doubtlesse are they that grumble at the expence of a penny for the maintenance of that divine Candle that wasteth it self to give light to them:
And so doubtless Are they that grumble At the expense of a penny for the maintenance of that divine Candle that wastes it self to give Light to them:
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Holy Abraham was righteous in Caldea; holy Lot was just in Sodom; holy Job was upright in the land of Ʋzz, which was a place of much prophanesse and superstition:
Holy Abraham was righteous in Chaldea; holy Lot was just in Sodom; holy Job was upright in the land of Ʋzz, which was a place of much profaneness and Superstition:
Holy Nehemiah was couragious and zealous in Damasco: And so was holy Daniel in Babylon. The several generations wherein these holy men lived, were wholly devoted to wickednesse and superstition,
Holy Nehemiah was courageous and zealous in Damasco: And so was holy daniel in Babylon. The several generations wherein these holy men lived, were wholly devoted to wickedness and Superstition,
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and yet these precious souls had wholly devoted themselves to godlinesse. And of the same spirit, mind and mettal was holy David, Psalm 119.20. My soul breaketh for the longing it hath to thy judgements at all times.
and yet these precious Souls had wholly devoted themselves to godliness. And of the same Spirit, mind and metal was holy David, Psalm 119.20. My soul breaks for the longing it hath to thy Judgments At all times.
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Let the times be never so dangerous, licentious, superstitious, or erroneous, yet Davids heart was strongly carried forth to Gods judgements; that is, to his word:
Let the times be never so dangerous, licentious, superstitious, or erroneous, yet Davids heart was strongly carried forth to God's Judgments; that is, to his word:
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And so there were some in Sardis that were of the same spirit (with the Worthies above mentioned) Rev. 3.4. Thou hast a few names even in Sardis, which have not defiled their garments, and they shall walk with me in white: for they are worthy.
And so there were Some in Sardis that were of the same Spirit (with the Worthies above mentioned) Rev. 3.4. Thou hast a few names even in Sardis, which have not defiled their garments, and they shall walk with me in white: for they Are worthy.
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True holinesse is like that famous Queen Elizabeth, Semper eadem, alwayes the same. The Philosophers good man is (Tetra-gonos) four square, cast him where you will,
True holiness is like that famous Queen Elizabeth, Semper Same, always the same. The Philosophers good man is (Tetra-gonos) four square, cast him where you will,
that holy persons should not be able to hold fast their estates, their liberties, their trades, their lives, their religion, yet they will still hold fast their holinesse.
that holy Persons should not be able to hold fast their estates, their Liberties, their trades, their lives, their Religion, yet they will still hold fast their holiness.
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so cast a holy Christian, a golden Christian into what condition you will, and into what company you will, yet still he will retain his purity, his sanctity;
so cast a holy Christian, a golden Christian into what condition you will, and into what company you will, yet still he will retain his purity, his sanctity;
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with the good they will be good, and with the bad they will be bad; with the zealous they will be zealous, and with the superstitious they will be superstitious;
with the good they will be good, and with the bad they will be bad; with the zealous they will be zealous, and with the superstitious they will be superstitious;
and with the lukewarm they will be lukewarm, &c. they are for all times and tides, they are for any turn that will serve their turn, for any mode that will bring pleasure or profit to them;
and with the lukewarm they will be lukewarm, etc. they Are for all times and tides, they Are for any turn that will serve their turn, for any mode that will bring pleasure or profit to them;
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for he could swagger it at Athens; and take any pains at Thebes; he could live most sparingly at Lacidaemon, and bib among the Thracians, and hunt among the Persians. So these men can accommodate themselves to the times,
for he could swagger it At Athens; and take any pains At Thebes; he could live most sparingly At Lacidaemon, and bib among the Thracians, and hunt among the Persians. So these men can accommodate themselves to the times,
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& what the times cry up and admire, that they will cry up and admire, and what the times frown upon and condemn, that they will frown upon and condemn.
& what the times cry up and admire, that they will cry up and admire, and what the times frown upon and condemn, that they will frown upon and condemn.
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If the times bespeak them to leave their religion at the Church door, they can leave it, &c. If the times call upon them to worship God according to the prescriptions of men, they can do it.
If the times bespeak them to leave their Religion At the Church door, they can leave it, etc. If the times call upon them to worship God according to the prescriptions of men, they can do it.
So those that are really holy, they do return and reflect back again upon the Sun of righteousnesse the praise and glory of all the gifts, graces and vertues that they have received from him.
So those that Are really holy, they do return and reflect back again upon the Sun of righteousness the praise and glory of all the Gifts, graces and Virtues that they have received from him.
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as you may see in Psalm 29.1, 2. There are three gives in those two verses, Give unto the Lord, give unto the Lord, give unto the Lord the glory that is due unto his name.
as you may see in Psalm 29.1, 2. There Are three gives in those two Verses, Give unto the Lord, give unto the Lord, give unto the Lord the glory that is due unto his name.
and sometimes they have profit in their eyes, and sometimes they have preferments in their eyes, &c. They will be very godly when they can make a gain of godlinesse;
and sometime they have profit in their eyes, and sometime they have preferments in their eyes, etc. They will be very godly when they can make a gain of godliness;
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But how may a person know when he makes the glory of God his aim, his end, in this or that service which he performs? I shall answer this Question briefly, thus.
But how may a person know when he makes the glory of God his aim, his end, in this or that service which he performs? I shall answer this Question briefly, thus.
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yea, when all outward incouragements from God shall fail, yet such a person will keep close to his duty, Hab. 3.17, 18. Although the fig-tree shall not blossome,
yea, when all outward encouragements from God shall fail, yet such a person will keep close to his duty, Hab. 3.17, 18. Although the Fig tree shall not blossom,
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When all necessary and delightfull mercies fail, yet he will not fail in his duty: though God withholds his blessings, yet he will not withhold his service:
When all necessary and delightful Mercies fail, yet he will not fail in his duty: though God withholds his blessings, yet he will not withhold his service:
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if they cannot make some gain of their godlinesse, some profit of their profession, some advantage of their religion, they are ready with Demas, to throw up, and throw off all.
if they cannot make Some gain of their godliness, Some profit of their profession, Some advantage of their Religion, they Are ready with Demas, to throw up, and throw off all.
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Profit and applause are usually the baits that these men bite at; and if they misse these baits, then farewell profession, farewell religion, farewell all.
Profit and applause Are usually the baits that these men bite At; and if they miss these baits, then farewell profession, farewell Religion, farewell all.
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But now look as Ruth kept close to her mother in the want of all outward incouragements, Ruth 1. So souls that eye the glory of God in duties, they will keep close to duties when all outward incouragements fail.
But now look as Ruth kept close to her mother in the want of all outward encouragements, Ruth 1. So Souls that eye the glory of God in duties, they will keep close to duties when all outward encouragements fail.
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Though outward incouragements be sometimes as a side wind, or as oil, or as chariot wheels, means to move a Christian to go on more sweetly, easily and comfortably in the wayes of God,
Though outward encouragements be sometime as a side wind, or as oil, or as chariot wheels, means to move a Christian to go on more sweetly, Easily and comfortably in the ways of God,
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Secondly, When a man aims at the glory of God in what he doth, then he labours to hide and conceal all his humane excellencies that may any wayes tend to obscure, ecclipse,
Secondly, When a man aims At the glory of God in what he does, then he labours to hide and conceal all his humane excellencies that may any ways tend to Obscure, eclipse,
The Church of Corinth excelled all other Churches in gifts (I do not say in grace) and many among them prided themselves up in the exercise of their gifts and tongues in their Church Assemblies, that so they might win the more credit and repute to themselves of being men of great learning, reading and parts;
The Church of Corinth excelled all other Churches in Gifts (I do not say in grace) and many among them prided themselves up in the exercise of their Gifts and tongues in their Church Assemblies, that so they might win the more credit and repute to themselves of being men of great learning, reading and parts;
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The Corinthians had lesse, and yet made such shews and flourishes of it (even in their religious duties,) as if in their breasts all the Libraries in the world had been lockt up.
The Corinthians had less, and yet made such shows and flourishes of it (even in their religious duties,) as if in their breasts all the Libraries in the world had been locked up.
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Painted glasse in Churches is more glorious, but plain glasse is most perspicuous: when men come to Church-work, to Pulpit-work, all plainesse must be used:
Painted glass in Churches is more glorious, but plain glass is most perspicuous: when men come to Church work, to Pulpit-work, all plainness must be used:
Starched Oratory may tickle the brain, but its plain Doctrine that informs the judgement, that convinces the conscience, that bows the will, and that wins the heart.
Starched Oratory may tickle the brain, but its plain Doctrine that informs the judgement, that convinces the conscience, that bows the will, and that wins the heart.
It is observable, that throughout the Scriptures, that the profoundest Prophets, and the greatest Apostles, yea, and Christ himself did commonly accomodate themselves to their hearers capacities:
It is observable, that throughout the Scriptures, that the profoundest prophets, and the greatest Apostles, yea, and christ himself did commonly accommodate themselves to their hearers capacities:
Men that have their eyes upon divine glory, do know that the more any acquired parts, gifts and excellencies do appear in holy exercises, the more the name, honour and glory of God is clouded,
Men that have their eyes upon divine glory, do know that the more any acquired parts, Gifts and excellencies do appear in holy exercises, the more the name, honour and glory of God is clouded,
and the more those that have most of the indwellings of God are dissatisfied and disadvantaged & therefore those that have real respect to divine glory, they draw as it were a curtain between all their humane excellencies, & religious exercises.
and the more those that have most of the indwellings of God Are dissatisfied and disadvantaged & Therefore those that have real respect to divine glory, they draw as it were a curtain between all their humane excellencies, & religious exercises.
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for the most part, saith he, those who in points of Divinity devise new terms and unusual expressions, do hide under them some new and strange doctrines;
for the most part, Says he, those who in points of Divinity devise new terms and unusual expressions, do hide under them Some new and strange doctrines;
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when our words in preaching differ from the stile of the Holy-Ghost, the people be in danger of turning aside to vain jangling, saith Danaeus. Loquamur verba Scripturae, &c. said that incomparable man, Peter Ramus, let us speak the words of Scripture, let us make use of the language of the Holy-Ghost,
when our words in preaching differ from the style of the Holy ghost, the people be in danger of turning aside to vain jangling, Says Danaeus. Loquamur verba Scriptures, etc. said that incomparable man, Peter Ramus, let us speak the words of Scripture, let us make use of the language of the Holy ghost,
Non quanta eloquentia, sed quanta evidentia, saith Aug. Melius est ut nos reprehendant Grammatici, quam ut non intelligúnt populi, the same Author in Psalm 138. Such as mind more (saith another) the humouring of their hearers fancies,
Non quanta Eloquence, sed quanta evidentia, Says Aug. Better est ut nos reprehendant Grammarians, quam ut non intelligúnt People, the same Author in Psalm 138. Such as mind more (Says Another) the Humouring of their hearers fancies,
then the saving of their souls, do little consider that of Seneca, (Aeger non quaerit medicum eloquentem sed sanantem) Sick men are not bettered by Physitians sugared words, but by their skilful hands.
then the Saving of their Souls, do little Consider that of Senecca, (Aeger non Query Physician's eloquentem sed sanantem) Sick men Are not bettered by Physicians sugared words, but by their skilful hands.
The King of Persia having sent to Antalcidas the Lacedemonian Captain a Garland of Roses wonderfully perfumed with Spices and other sophistications, he accepted of his love,
The King of Persiam having sent to Antalcidas the Lacedaemonian Captain a Garland of Roses wonderfully perfumed with Spices and other sophistications, he accepted of his love,
but misliked the present, and sent him word, ( Rosarum odorem artis adulteratione perdidisti ) Thou hast marred the sweetness of the Roses with the sweetness of thy perfumes.
but misliked the present, and sent him word, (Of roses odorem artis adulteratione You have lost) Thou hast marred the sweetness of the Roses with the sweetness of thy perfumes.
For a close, remember, that God himself the great Master of speech, when he spake from heaven, he made use of three several Texts in a breath, Matth. 17.5. This is my beloved son. Psalm 2.7. In whom I am well pleased. Isaiah 42.1. Hear ye him. Deut. 18.15. which you may note against the curious queasiness of such nice ones as disdain at the stately plainness of the Scriptures. But,
For a close, Remember, that God himself the great Master of speech, when he spoke from heaven, he made use of three several Texts in a breath, Matthew 17.5. This is my Beloved son. Psalm 2.7. In whom I am well pleased. Isaiah 42.1. Hear you him. Deuteronomy 18.15. which you may note against the curious queasiness of such Nicaenae ones as disdain At the stately plainness of the Scriptures. But,
Look as Pharaohs lean kine ( Gen. 41.4.) eat up the fat, so the glory of God will eat up all those fat and worldly ends that croud in upon the soul in religious work.
Look as Pharaohs lean kine (Gen. 41.4.) eat up the fat, so the glory of God will eat up all those fat and worldly ends that crowd in upon the soul in religious work.
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Fourthly, He that really and actually aims at the glory of God in what he doth, he will be doing what God commands, though nothing for the present comes of it:
Fourthly, He that really and actually aims At the glory of God in what he does, he will be doing what God commands, though nothing for the present comes of it:
If his eye be truly fixed upon divine glory, a command of God shall be enough to carry him on in his work. Psalm 27.8. When thou saidst, Seek ye my face, my heart said unto thee, Thy face Lord, will I seek.
If his eye be truly fixed upon divine glory, a command of God shall be enough to carry him on in his work. Psalm 27.8. When thou Said, Seek you my face, my heart said unto thee, Thy face Lord, will I seek.
When the glory of God is a mans mark, his heart will sweetly eccho and graciously comply with divine commands. Jer. 3.22. Return ye back-sliding children, and I will heal your back-slidings:
When the glory of God is a men mark, his heart will sweetly echo and graciously comply with divine commands. Jer. 3.22. Return you backsliding children, and I will heal your backslidings:
Gods commands fall with great power and force upon that mans heart, that hath divine glory in his eye. One word from God will command such a soul to a gracious compliance with what God requires, Psalm 119.4, 5. Thou hast commanded us to keep thy precepts diligently:
God's commands fallen with great power and force upon that men heart, that hath divine glory in his eye. One word from God will command such a soul to a gracious compliance with what God requires, Psalm 119.4, 5. Thou hast commanded us to keep thy Precepts diligently:
when they house and shelter themselves under the wings of Gods commands, they are safe. Again, men lift up their hands when they take hold on a thing;
when they house and shelter themselves under the wings of God's commands, they Are safe. Again, men lift up their hands when they take hold on a thing;
A man that hath his eye upon divine glory, he will keep close to his work, to his hearing work, to his praying work, to his mourning work, to his repenting work, to his believing work, to his waiting work;
A man that hath his eye upon divine glory, he will keep close to his work, to his hearing work, to his praying work, to his mourning work, to his repenting work, to his believing work, to his waiting work;
Fifthly and lastly, A man that really aims at the glory of God in this or that duty, he cannot be satisfied nor contented with the performance of duties without some enjoyments of God in duties;
Fifthly and lastly, A man that really aims At the glory of God in this or that duty, he cannot be satisfied nor contented with the performance of duties without Some enjoyments of God in duties;
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his soul thirsts and longs to see the beauty and the glory of the Lord in his sanctuary, Psalm 63.1, 2, 3. and without this sight he cannot be quieted.
his soul thirsts and longs to see the beauty and the glory of the Lord in his sanctuary, Psalm 63.1, 2, 3. and without this sighed he cannot be quieted.
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but where is the God of enlargements? Here are meltings and breakings of spirit, but where is the God of these meltings and breakings? Psalm 84.2. My soul longeth, yea even fainteth for the Courts of the Lord:
but where is the God of enlargements? Here Are meltings and breakings of Spirit, but where is the God of these meltings and breakings? Psalm 84.2. My soul Longeth, yea even fainteth for the Courts of the Lord:
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but where is the Lord of these Courts? It was the speech of holy Mr. Bradford, That he could not leave a duty, till he had found communion with Christ in the duty;
but where is the Lord of these Courts? It was the speech of holy Mr. Bradford, That he could not leave a duty, till he had found communion with christ in the duty;
A man that hath his eye upon the glory of Christ, he cannot put off his soul with any thing below communion with Christ, in those Religious services and duties that he offers up to Christ:
A man that hath his eye upon the glory of christ, he cannot put off his soul with any thing below communion with christ, in those Religious services and duties that he offers up to christ:
yet they can come off from the duty with content and satisfaction of spirit; let but others applaud him, and his own heart hug him, and he hath enough.
yet they can come off from the duty with content and satisfaction of Spirit; let but Others applaud him, and his own heart hug him, and he hath enough.
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and as many were fed and nourished by milk and honey, so many were fed and nourished by the holy droppings of her lips; Psalm 37.30. The mouth of the righteous speaketh wisdom, and his tongue talketh of judgement.
and as many were fed and nourished by milk and honey, so many were fed and nourished by the holy droppings of her lips; Psalm 37.30. The Mouth of the righteous speaks Wisdom, and his tongue talketh of judgement.
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If the heart be holy, the tongue will be a talking wisely, fruitfully, feelingly, affectionately of that which may profit both a mans self and others. Prov. 10.20. The tongue of the just is as choice silver;
If the heart be holy, the tongue will be a talking wisely, fruitfully, feelingly, affectionately of that which may profit both a men self and Others. Curae 10.20. The tongue of the just is as choice silver;
so the tongues of the righteous do allure and draw the hearts of men to a love and liking of vertue and goodness. Ver. 21. The lips of the righteous feed many.
so the tongues of the righteous do allure and draw the hearts of men to a love and liking of virtue and Goodness. Ver. 21. The lips of the righteous feed many.
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The tongue is the instrument of a Christians glory, and is so interested in the quality it expresseth, that in the original it is taken for it, Cavod signifying both glory and the tongue, (by the authority of no less Rabbines then Jacob and David ) as thereby intimating that the chiefest glory of man is his tongue.
The tongue is the Instrument of a Christians glory, and is so interested in the quality it Expresses, that in the original it is taken for it, Caution signifying both glory and the tongue, (by the Authority of no less Rabbis then Jacob and David) as thereby intimating that the chiefest glory of man is his tongue.
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The Primitive Christians talked so much and so often of high and heavenly things, that the Ethnicks began to surmise that they affected the Roman Empire,
The Primitive Christians talked so much and so often of high and heavenly things, that the Ethnics began to surmise that they affected the Roman Empire,
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and who shall controul us? Their speech is so far from administring of grace to their hearers, that it administers usually either matter of carnal mirth,
and who shall control us? Their speech is so Far from administering of grace to their hearers, that it administers usually either matter of carnal mirth,
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I may say to most, You are unholy persons, your speech bewrayes you, your worldliness, your prophaneness, your cursing, your swearing, your lying, your slandering, your reviling, your railing, your deriding, &c. doth plainly evidence that you have no holiness, in you.
I may say to most, You Are unholy Persons, your speech betrays you, your worldliness, your profaneness, your cursing, your swearing, your lying, your slandering, your reviling, your railing, your deriding, etc. does plainly evidence that you have no holiness, in you.
The spiritual diseases that be in the heart, will quickly discover themselves by the tongue. Whereever holiness is in the heart, it will break forth in the lips;
The spiritual diseases that be in the heart, will quickly discover themselves by the tongue. Wherever holiness is in the heart, it will break forth in the lips;
the Lord make you wise to lay these things to heart, that so you may know how it is like to go with you in another world. Ʋse 3. THe third Use shall be a Use of Exhortation, and that both to unsanctified and sanctified ones.
the Lord make you wise to lay these things to heart, that so you may know how it is like to go with you in Another world. Ʋse 3. THe third Use shall be a Use of Exhortation, and that both to unsanctified and sanctified ones.
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is it so, that real holiness is the only way to happiness, and that without men are holy on earth, they shall never come to the beatifical vision or blessed fruition of God in heaven:
is it so, that real holiness is the only Way to happiness, and that without men Are holy on earth, they shall never come to the beatifical vision or blessed fruition of God in heaven:
There is not the least beam or spark of holinesse in any natural man in the world. Gen. 6.5. Every imagination of the thoughts of mans heart is only evil continually. Job 25.4. How can man be clean that is born of a woman? The interrogation carries in it a strong negation, How can man be clean? that is, man cannot be clean that is born of a woman:
There is not the least beam or spark of holiness in any natural man in the world. Gen. 6.5. Every imagination of the thoughts of men heart is only evil continually. Job 25.4. How can man be clean that is born of a woman? The interrogation carries in it a strong negation, How can man be clean? that is, man cannot be clean that is born of a woman:
And who can bring a clean thing out of an unclean? Job 14.4. Isa. 64.6. But we are all as an unclean thing, and all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags, Rom. 3.10, 11. There is none righteous, no not one;
And who can bring a clean thing out of an unclean? Job 14.4. Isaiah 64.6. But we Are all as an unclean thing, and all our Righteousness Are as filthy rags, Rom. 3.10, 11. There is none righteous, no not one;
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If a man had the wisdom of Solomon, the strength of Sampson, the courage of Joshua, the policy of Ahitophell, the dignities of Haman, the power of Ahashueros, and the eloquence of Apollos, yet all these without holinesse would never save him.
If a man had the Wisdom of Solomon, the strength of Sampson, the courage of joshua, the policy of Ahithophel, the dignities of Haman, the power of Ahashueros, and the eloquence of Apollos, yet all these without holiness would never save him.
Well sinners, remember this, it is possible that those proud hearts of yours may be humbled, it is possible that those hard hearts of yours may be softned, it is possible that those unclean hearts of yours may be sanctified;
Well Sinners, Remember this, it is possible that those proud hearts of yours may be humbled, it is possible that those hard hearts of yours may be softened, it is possible that those unclean hearts of yours may be sanctified;
1. Witness Gods promise to give his holy Spirit to them that ask it, Luke 11.13. If ye then being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children:
1. Witness God's promise to give his holy Spirit to them that ask it, Lycia 11.13. If you then being evil, know how to give good Gifts unto your children:
The holy spirit is a gift, a free gift, a noble gift, a precious gift, a glorious gift, that God will bestow upon the unclean, upon the unsanctified, that they may be cleansed and sanctified,
The holy Spirit is a gift, a free gift, a noble gift, a precious gift, a glorious gift, that God will bestow upon the unclean, upon the unsanctified, that they may be cleansed and sanctified,
and it is to propose all manner of encouragements that may win you over to make holiness your great All. Again, it is possible that you may be holy: Witnesse,
and it is to propose all manner of encouragements that may win you over to make holiness your great All. Again, it is possible that you may be holy: Witness,
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4. The holy Examples of all the Patriarchs, Prophets, Apostles, and Saints that are left on record, on purpose to provoke you to an imitation of them in holiness;
4. The holy Examples of all the Patriarchs, prophets, Apostles, and Saints that Are left on record, on purpose to provoke you to an imitation of them in holiness;
And this the Apostle clearly and fully evidences in that famous Scripture, Ephes. 4.22, 23, 24. That Adam was invested and endowed with righteousness and holiness in his first glorious estate;
And this the Apostle clearly and Fully evidences in that famous Scripture, Ephesians 4.22, 23, 24. That Adam was invested and endowed with righteousness and holiness in his First glorious estate;
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with righteousness, that he might carry it fairly, justly, evenly, and righteously towards man; and with holiness, that he might carry it wisely, lovingly, reverentially and holily towards God;
with righteousness, that he might carry it fairly, justly, evenly, and righteously towards man; and with holiness, that he might carry it wisely, lovingly, reverentially and holily towards God;
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as backsliding, rebellion, treason, pride, unbelief, blasphemy, contempt of God, unthankfulness, theft, murder and idolatry, &c. The Philosopher being asked which was the best member of the body, answered, The tongue;
as backsliding, rebellion, treason, pride, unbelief, blasphemy, contempt of God, unthankfulness, theft, murder and idolatry, etc. The Philosopher being asked which was the best member of the body, answered, The tongue;
Adam was once the wonder of all understanding, the mirrour of wisdom and knowledge, the image of God, the delight of heaven, the glory of the creation, the worlds great Lord, and the Lords great darling;
Adam was once the wonder of all understanding, the mirror of Wisdom and knowledge, the image of God, the delight of heaven, the glory of the creation, the world's great Lord, and the lords great darling;
So Manasseh, he was a notorious sinner, he was a sinner of the greatest magnitude, his sins reached up to heaven, his soul was ripe for hell, he had sold himself to work all manner of wickedness,
So Manasses, he was a notorious sinner, he was a sinner of the greatest magnitude, his Sins reached up to heaven, his soul was ripe for hell, he had sold himself to work all manner of wickedness,
as you may see in 2 Chron. 33. in vers. 3. He reared up Altars for Baalim, and made groves, and worshipped all the hoast of heaven, and served them.
as you may see in 2 Chronicles 33. in vers. 3. He reared up Altars for Baalim, and made groves, and worshipped all the host of heaven, and served them.
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Why, they do thus and thus, and why should we stick at it? The Egyptians esteemed it graceful and their duty, to halt on that leg on which their King limped;
Why, they do thus and thus, and why should we stick At it? The egyptians esteemed it graceful and their duty, to halt on that leg on which their King limped;
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Which made the Poet say, Subjects and Kingdoms commonly do chuse, The manners that their Princes daily use. Vers. 10. And the Lord spake unto Manasseh, but he would not hearken.
Which made the Poet say, Subject's and Kingdoms commonly do choose, The manners that their Princes daily use. Vers. 10. And the Lord spoke unto Manasses, but he would not harken.
and prayed unto him, and God was intreated of him, and heard his supplication, and brought him again to Jerusalem into his Kingdom. Then Manasseh knew that the Lord he was God.
and prayed unto him, and God was entreated of him, and herd his supplication, and brought him again to Jerusalem into his Kingdom. Then Manasses knew that the Lord he was God.
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So Paul was once so great a sinner, that had he stept but one step further, he had faln into the unpardonable sin against the Holy-Ghost; in 1 Tim. 1.13. you have a brief survey of his great transgressions.
So Paul was once so great a sinner, that had he stepped but one step further, he had fallen into the unpardonable since against the Holy ghost; in 1 Tim. 1.13. you have a brief survey of his great transgressions.
Yea, and he was an injurious person too, he made no conscience of wronging others, or of squaring his carriage by that golden rule, Do to others, as you would have others do to you:
Yea, and he was an injurious person too, he made no conscience of wronging Others, or of squaring his carriage by that golden Rule, Do to Others, as you would have Others do to you:
And yet behold this blasphemer, this persecutor, this injurious person, became a sanctified Christian, an eminent Saint, a pattern of holiness to all Christians in all ages.
And yet behold this blasphemer, this persecutor, this injurious person, became a sanctified Christian, an eminent Saint, a pattern of holiness to all Christians in all ages.
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Once more, witness that sad bed-rool of unsanctified persons that are mentioned in 1 Cor, 6.9, 10. Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God? Be not deceived,
Once more, witness that sad bed-rool of unsanctified Persons that Are mentioned in 1 Cor, 6.9, 10. Know you not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God? Be not deceived,
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or to have provoked the Lord to rain hell out of heaven upon them, as once he did upon Sodom and Gomorah, or to have caused the ground to open and swallow them up,
or to have provoked the Lord to rain hell out of heaven upon them, as once he did upon Sodom and Gomorrah, or to have caused the ground to open and swallow them up,
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Oh! the infinite goodness, Oh! the infinte grace, Oh! the infinite wisdom and power of God, that hath pardoned, washed, sanctified and cleansed such guilty, filthy, and polluted souls!
Oh! the infinite Goodness, Oh! the infinite grace, Oh! the infinite Wisdom and power of God, that hath pardoned, washed, sanctified and cleansed such guilty, filthy, and polluted Souls!
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the sanctified father is a witness to the unsanctified child that he may be sanctified; the sanctified master is a witness to the unsanctified servant that he may be sanctified;
the sanctified father is a witness to the unsanctified child that he may be sanctified; the sanctified master is a witness to the unsanctified servant that he may be sanctified;
Well sinners, there are many living and standing witnesses of divine grace among you, and about you, that do sufficiently declare that it is possible that you may be sanctified and saved.
Well Sinners, there Are many living and standing Witnesses of divine grace among you, and about you, that do sufficiently declare that it is possible that you may be sanctified and saved.
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and therefore God takes his oath on it, that he is infinitely more willing that wicked men should turn from their evil wayes and be sanctified and saved,
and Therefore God Takes his oath on it, that he is infinitely more willing that wicked men should turn from their evil ways and be sanctified and saved,
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His great design in leaving his fathers bosom and coming into this world, was the destroying, the dissolving of the works of the Devil. 1 John 3.8. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the Devil.
His great Design in leaving his Father's bosom and coming into this world, was the destroying, the dissolving of the works of the devil. 1 John 3.8. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.
Mens sins are Satans chains by which he links them fast to himself; but Christ was therefore manifested, that he might loose and knock off these chains;
Men's Sins Are Satan chains by which he links them fast to himself; but christ was Therefore manifested, that he might lose and knock off these chains;
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Heb. 2.11, 14, 15. It was the great design of Jesus Christ in giving of himself for us, in giving his soul, his body, his life, to justice, to death, to wrath for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purifie unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.
Hebrew 2.11, 14, 15. It was the great Design of jesus christ in giving of himself for us, in giving his soul, his body, his life, to Justice, to death, to wrath for us, that he might Redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.
The crown of holiness was faln from our heads, and Christ freely and willingly uncrowns himself, that once more we might be crowned with holiness, immortality and glory.
The crown of holiness was fallen from our Heads, and christ freely and willingly uncrowns himself, that once more we might be crowned with holiness, immortality and glory.
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The great design of Christ in redeeming of souls with the choicest, the purest, the costliest, the noblest blood that ever run in veins, was that they should serve him in righteousness and holiness all the daies of their lives.
The great Design of christ in redeeming of Souls with the Choicest, the Purest, the Costliest, the Noblest blood that ever run in Veins, was that they should serve him in righteousness and holiness all the days of their lives.
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And thus you see by all these Arguments, that holiness is attainable. Thirdly, Consider this, that real holiness is the honour and the glory of the creature,
And thus you see by all these Arguments, that holiness is attainable. Thirdly, Consider this, that real holiness is the honour and the glory of the creature,
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It is very observable, that among Turks, Jews, Indians, Persians, and Papists, the strictest and holiest among them are most highly esteemed and honoured.
It is very observable, that among Turks, jews, Indians, Persians, and Papists, the Strictest and Holiest among them Are most highly esteemed and honoured.
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Solomon did prefer the title of Ecclesiastes, (that is, a soul reconciled to the Church) before the title of the King of Jerusalem: Holy Theodosius the Emperour preferred the title of membrum Ecclesiae, a member of the Church,
Solomon did prefer the title of Ecclesiastes, (that is, a soul reconciled to the Church) before the title of the King of Jerusalem: Holy Theodosius the Emperor preferred the title of Limb Ecclesiae, a member of the Church,
Many a man hath been the worse, but where lives that man that hath been ever the better for his worldly honour? A man swelled with honour (without holiness) is like a man in a Dropsie, whose bigness is his disease.
Many a man hath been the Worse, but where lives that man that hath been ever the better for his worldly honour? A man swelled with honour (without holiness) is like a man in a Dropsy, whose bigness is his disease.
then those that God hath put upon us, who enjoy so many wayes, means and helps to make us holy? O the pains, the care, the cost, the charge that God hath been at,
then those that God hath put upon us, who enjoy so many ways, means and helps to make us holy? O the pains, the care, the cost, the charge that God hath been At,
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Well, let Ambitionists and all others who hunt after the breath of popular applause, know, that that honour which attends holiness, is the truest honour, the highest honour, the greatest honour, the happiest honour, the surest honour, the purest honour,
Well, let Ambitionists and all Others who hunt After the breath of popular applause, know, that that honour which attends holiness, is the Truest honour, the highest honour, the greatest honour, the Happiest honour, the Surest honour, the Purest honour,
And Nebuchadnezzar, a mighty conqueror, turned a grazing among the Oxen. And Herod reduced from a conceited god, to be the most loathsom of men, a living carrion arrested by the vilest of creatures, upon the suit of his affronted Creator.
And Nebuchadnezzar, a mighty conqueror, turned a grazing among the Oxen. And Herod reduced from a conceited god, to be the most loathsome of men, a living carrion arrested by the Vilest of creatures, upon the suit of his affronted Creator.
Holiness is like a precious perfume, whose savour spreads it self, and is pleasing and delightful to all that come near it. 2 Kings 4.9, 10. And she said unto her husband,
Holiness is like a precious perfume, whose savour spreads it self, and is pleasing and delightful to all that come near it. 2 Kings 4.9, 10. And she said unto her husband,
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and the holiness of his conversation, did so allure and win upon this great Lady, that she becomes an importunate suitor to her husband, that he might be lovingly, freely, courteously,
and the holiness of his Conversation, did so allure and win upon this great Lady, that she becomes an importunate suitor to her husband, that he might be lovingly, freely, courteously,
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So Acts 2.46, 47. And they continued daily with one accord in the Temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart;
So Acts 2.46, 47. And they continued daily with one accord in the Temple, and breaking bred from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart;
visible holiness is a loadstone that will draw eyes and hearts after it. 1 Pet. 3.1. Likewise ye wives, be in subjection to your own husbands, that if any obey not the Word, they also may without the Word be woon by the conversation of the wife.
visible holiness is a Loadstone that will draw eyes and hearts After it. 1 Pet. 3.1. Likewise you wives, be in subjection to your own Husbands, that if any obey not the Word, they also may without the Word be won by the Conversation of the wife.
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but when I saw they feared not death, nor any of those miseries which did most frighten all other men, I began to consider with my self, that it was impossible for such men to be lovers of pleasure more then lovers of piety;
but when I saw they feared not death, nor any of those misery's which did most frighten all other men, I began to Consider with my self, that it was impossible for such men to be lovers of pleasure more then lovers of piety;
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There is nothing that hath that influence upon the judgements of men to perswade them, upon the consciences of men to awe them, upon the mouthes of men to stop them, upon the hearts of men to convince them,
There is nothing that hath that influence upon the Judgments of men to persuade them, upon the Consciences of men to awe them, upon the mouths of men to stop them, upon the hearts of men to convince them,
What is gold to godliness, gifts to grace, parts to piety? a spark, a ray, a beam of holiness, will certainly have an influence upon the spirits of men, either to restrain them,
What is gold to godliness, Gifts to grace, parts to piety? a spark, a ray, a beam of holiness, will Certainly have an influence upon the spirits of men, either to restrain them,
Look as the unholy lives and conversations of many professors do occasion some to blaspheme God, others to belye God, others to withstand God, and others to forsake God;
Look as the unholy lives and conversations of many professors do occasion Some to Blaspheme God, Others to belie God, Others to withstand God, and Others to forsake God;
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Look as the loosness of many Christians doth work some to reproach Christ, others to deny Christ, others to refuse Christ, others to revile the good wayes of Christ,
Look as the looseness of many Christians does work Some to reproach christ, Others to deny christ, Others to refuse christ, Others to revile the good ways of christ,
As Lactantius reports, that the loose lives of many Christians was made by the Heathens the reproach of Christ himself, (Quomodo bonus Magister, cujus tam pravos videmus discipulos?) How can we think the Master to be good, whose disciples we see to be so bad? And Salvian also complains, that the loose walking of many Christians, was made by the Heathen the reproach of Christ himself, saying,
As Lactantius reports, that the lose lives of many Christians was made by the heathens the reproach of christ himself, (Quomodo bonus Magister, cujus tam pravos Videmus discipulos?) How can we think the Master to be good, whose Disciples we see to be so bad? And Salvian also complains, that the lose walking of many Christians, was made by the Heathen the reproach of christ himself, saying,
And further the same Author relates, how the Heathens did reproach some Christians, who by their lewd lives made the Gospel of Christ to be a reproach:
And further the same Author relates, how the heathens did reproach Some Christians, who by their lewd lives made the Gospel of christ to be a reproach:
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Where (said they) is that good Law which they do believe? Where are those rules of godliness which they do learn? they read the holy Gospel, and yet are unclean;
Where (said they) is that good Law which they do believe? Where Are those rules of godliness which they do Learn? they read the holy Gospel, and yet Are unclean;
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there is nothing that gives a man that heart-room and that hearty room in the souls of others, as holiness, it is the holy man that is a man of a thousand. But,
there is nothing that gives a man that heart-room and that hearty room in the Souls of Others, as holiness, it is the holy man that is a man of a thousand. But,
so it is the excellency of all a mans excellencies, it is the excellency of all our natural excellencies, it is the excellency of all our moral excellencies,
so it is the excellency of all a men excellencies, it is the excellency of all our natural excellencies, it is the excellency of all our moral excellencies,
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Look as Gods holiness is the excellency of all his excellencies, as the Angels, who best know what is the top of his excellency, do evidence by that three-fold repetition, Holy, holy, holy, Isa. 6.3. these multiplied acclamations of holiness, denote the superlative eminency, excellency, and perfection of Gods holiness.
Look as God's holiness is the excellency of all his excellencies, as the Angels, who best know what is the top of his excellency, do evidence by that threefold repetition, Holy, holy, holy, Isaiah 6.3. these multiplied acclamations of holiness, denote the superlative eminency, excellency, and perfection of God's holiness.
it is the excellency of his eternity, immutability, and fidelity; it is the excellency of his wisdom, love, care and goodness. Psalm 111.9. Holy and reverend is his name.
it is the excellency of his eternity, immutability, and Fidis; it is the excellency of his Wisdom, love, care and Goodness. Psalm 111.9. Holy and reverend is his name.
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and that which speaks his mercy to be glorious mercy, is his holiness, &c. Were not the power of God a holy power, it could never be a glorious power;
and that which speaks his mercy to be glorious mercy, is his holiness, etc. Were not the power of God a holy power, it could never be a glorious power;
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and were not the mercy of God holy mercy, it could never be glorious mercy, &c. So the holiness of a man, is the glory and excellency of all a mans excellencies;
and were not the mercy of God holy mercy, it could never be glorious mercy, etc. So the holiness of a man, is the glory and excellency of all a men excellencies;
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and holy love •s ex•ellent love, and holy fear is excellent fear; it is the adding of holiness to all these, that renders these vertues truly excellent;
and holy love •s ex•ellent love, and holy Fear is excellent Fear; it is the adding of holiness to all these, that renders these Virtues truly excellent;
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Naaman was General of the Kings Army, he was a man in great favour with his Prince, a man much honoured among the people for being a saviour and deliverer to them.
Naaman was General of the Kings Army, he was a man in great favour with his Prince, a man much honoured among the people for being a Saviour and deliverer to them.
and there is a learned man, but unholy, &c. What is this But unholy, but a cloud of darkness upon all the excellencies that are in these persons? But let now holiness be but added to each of these,
and there is a learned man, but unholy, etc. What is this But unholy, but a cloud of darkness upon all the excellencies that Are in these Persons? But let now holiness be but added to each of these,
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the holinesse of the father is an honour and ornament to the child, so was Abrahams to Isaac; and the holinesse of the child is an honour and an ornament to the father,
the holiness of the father is an honour and ornament to the child, so was Abrahams to Isaac; and the holiness of the child is an honour and an ornament to the father,
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It was the speech of a Heathen notably qualified, though but meanly bred and born, to a dissolute person well born, upbraiding him with his birth, I am a grace to my stock,
It was the speech of a Heathen notably qualified, though but meanly bred and born, to a dissolute person well born, upbraiding him with his birth, I am a grace to my stock,
for he being at Sea in a great tempest, among many prophane debauched fellows, and perceiving them to call upon their gods (as the worst of men usually do in such cases) he comes to them,
for he being At Sea in a great tempest, among many profane debauched Fellows, and perceiving them to call upon their God's (as the worst of men usually do in such cases) he comes to them,
Seventhly, Consider, that holinesse is the very ear-mark, the very livery and badge of Christs servants and subjects. Isa. 63.8. For he said, Surely they are my people, children that will not lye;
Seventhly, Consider, that holiness is the very earmark, the very livery and badge of Christ Servants and subject's. Isaiah 63.8. For he said, Surely they Are my people, children that will not lie;
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and such a glorious deliverer of them, that certainly they will not lye, they will not deceive my expectation, they will not deny me, they will not deal disloyally nor unworthily by me;
and such a glorious deliverer of them, that Certainly they will not lie, they will not deceive my expectation, they will not deny me, they will not deal disloyally nor unworthily by me;
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all that devour him shall offend: evil shall come upon them saith the Lord. Holinesse to the Lord, is the mark that God sets upon all his precious ones. Psalm 4.3. Know that God hath set apart him that is godly for himself.
all that devour him shall offend: evil shall come upon them Says the Lord. Holiness to the Lord, is the mark that God sets upon all his precious ones. Psalm 4.3. Know that God hath Set apart him that is godly for himself.
God hath wonderfully, gloriously, marvelously, yea miraculously set apart the pious, the holy, the merciful, the godly man, the gracious Saint, by some mark of distinction for himself, that is for his own honour,
God hath wonderfully, gloriously, marvelously, yea miraculously Set apart the pious, the holy, the merciful, the godly man, the gracious Saint, by Some mark of distinction for himself, that is for his own honour,
it is as if he should say, You see the way or cawsey leading from the Kings house to the Temple (spoken of in 1 Kings 10.5. and 2 Kings 12.21. 1 Chron. 26.16, 17. and 2 Chron. 9.11.) how by reason of the oaks and trees on either side thereof, the earth between is stayed and held up firm, which otherwise would fall to decay and moulder away:
it is as if he should say, You see the Way or causeway leading from the Kings house to the Temple (spoken of in 1 Kings 10.5. and 2 Kings 12.21. 1 Chronicles 26.16, 17. and 2 Chronicles 9.11.) how by reason of the oaks and trees on either side thereof, the earth between is stayed and held up firm, which otherwise would fallen to decay and moulder away:
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So saith God, it is the holy seed that bears up the whole state, and were it not for them, desolation and destruction would come in as a flood upon you. Prov. 10.25. The righteous is an everlasting foundation;
So Says God, it is the holy seed that bears up the Whole state, and were it not for them, desolation and destruction would come in as a flood upon you. Curae 10.25. The righteous is an everlasting Foundation;
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Look as Sampsons strength did lie in his locks, so the strength and safety of the Nation lies in the holy seed, they are the Bullwarks and Ammunition of the Nation;
Look as Sampsons strength did lie in his locks, so the strength and safety of the nation lies in the holy seed, they Are the Bulwarks and Ammunition of the nation;
but a man of justice, a man of faithfulnesse, a man of uprightnesse, a man of holinesse, the Lord would pardon it, that is, hee would spare it, hee would not destroy it, not ruine it:
but a man of Justice, a man of faithfulness, a man of uprightness, a man of holiness, the Lord would pardon it, that is, he would spare it, he would not destroy it, not ruin it:
but here he falls so low as to make an offer, that if there could bee but one righteous soul found in Jerusalem, hee would not destroy it. One Saint may save a City,
but Here he falls so low as to make an offer, that if there could be but one righteous soul found in Jerusalem, he would not destroy it. One Saint may save a city,
Many carnal men cry out that they are for the good old way, they care not for this new way, they care not for this new Religion (as they call it), they say that we have never had good daies since there hath been so much Praying,
Many carnal men cry out that they Are for the good old Way, they care not for this new Way, they care not for this new Religion (as they call it), they say that we have never had good days since there hath been so much Praying,
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Holy Abraham, holy Isaac, and holy Jacob; never walked in those waies that are now by loose, formal, carnal and superstitious persons, cryed up for the good old way,
Holy Abraham, holy Isaac, and holy Jacob; never walked in those ways that Are now by lose, formal, carnal and superstitious Persons, cried up for the good old Way,
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and ah how many are faln under these curses in these daies, wherein multitudes are addicted and given up to carnal and superstitious customes and chuse rather to follow an ill custome,
and ah how many Are fallen under these curses in these days, wherein Multitudes Are addicted and given up to carnal and superstitious customs and choose rather to follow an ill custom,
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as old gold, old friends, old manuscripts, old monuments, old scars, and old holinesse; the stamp of Antiquity upon holiness, is the praise and honour of holinesse.
as old gold, old Friends, old manuscripts, old monuments, old scars, and old holiness; the stamp of Antiquity upon holiness, is the praise and honour of holiness.
Holiness becometh thine house (that is thy Church) O Lord for ever. There is no garment that suits the Church, that becomes the Church, like the garment of holinesse;
Holiness Becometh thine house (that is thy Church) Oh Lord for ever. There is no garment that suits the Church, that becomes the Church, like the garment of holiness;
as holinesse is the greatest ornament of the Church Triumphant, so it is the greatest ornament of the Church Millitant, Ephe. 5.26, 27. The redness of the Rose, the whiteness of the Lilly,
as holiness is the greatest ornament of the Church Triumphant, so it is the greatest ornament of the Church Militant, Ephes 5.26, 27. The redness of the Rose, the whiteness of the Lily,
If all natural and artificial beauty were contracted into one beauty, yet it would be but an obscure and an unlovely beauty, to that beauty that holinesse puts upon us. Psalm. 29.2. Give unto the Lord the glory due unto his name, worship the Lord in the beauty of holinesse. Psalm. 96.9. O worship the Lord in the beauty of holinesse. Psalm. 110.3. Thy people shall bee willing in the day of thy power, in the beauty of holinesse.
If all natural and artificial beauty were contracted into one beauty, yet it would be but an Obscure and an unlovely beauty, to that beauty that holiness puts upon us. Psalm. 29.2. Give unto the Lord the glory due unto his name, worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness. Psalm. 96.9. Oh worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness. Psalm. 110.3. Thy people shall be willing in the day of thy power, in the beauty of holiness.
no glistering gold, no sparkling diamonds, no shining or glittering apparel, renders children so amiable and lovely in the eyes of their parents, as holinesse doth.
no glistering gold, no sparkling diamonds, no shining or glittering apparel, renders children so amiable and lovely in the eyes of their Parents, as holiness does.
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Many have ventured their names, their estates, their liberties, their lives, yea their very souls to enjoy a lovely Bathsheba, a fair Helena, a beautiful Diana, a comely Cleopatra, &c. whose beauties have been but clay well coloured:
Many have ventured their names, their estates, their Liberties, their lives, yea their very Souls to enjoy a lovely Bathsheba, a fair Helena, a beautiful Diana, a comely Cleopatra, etc. whose beauty's have been but clay well coloured:
O how much more then should you be provoked to labour and venture your All for holinesse, that will imprint upon you that most excellent and most exquisite beauty, that will to the grave and to glory with you;
Oh how much more then should you be provoked to labour and venture your All for holiness, that will imprint upon you that most excellent and most exquisite beauty, that will to the grave and to glory with you;
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but also lovely and comely in the eyes of God! I remember Bernard writing to a noble Virgin that was holy, tells her, that others were cloathed with purple and silk, but their consciences were poor and beggerly;
but also lovely and comely in the eyes of God! I Remember Bernard writing to a noble Virgae that was holy, tells her, that Others were clothed with purple and silk, but their Consciences were poor and beggarly;
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O there is no gain, there is no advantage, to the gain that comes in upon the account of godlinesse, 1 Tim. 6.6. But godlinesse with contentment is great gain.
O there is no gain, there is no advantage, to the gain that comes in upon the account of godliness, 1 Tim. 6.6. But godliness with contentment is great gain.
Holinesse is not a barren but a fruitful womb; it is like that tree in Rev. 22.2. which did bear twelve manner of fruits, and that yielded fruit every moneth.
Holiness is not a barren but a fruitful womb; it is like that tree in Rev. 22.2. which did bear twelve manner of fruits, and that yielded fruit every Monn.
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What is of greater value among men then riches? and what is more glorious among men then honour? and what is more sweet among men then life? Why, all these fruits and ten thousand more, grow upon the tree of holinesse.
What is of greater valve among men then riches? and what is more glorious among men then honour? and what is more sweet among men then life? Why, all these fruits and ten thousand more, grow upon the tree of holiness.
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further confirm the truth of this last consideration, especially considering that there is no argument under heaven that is so taking with all men as this of gain.
further confirm the truth of this last consideration, especially considering that there is no argument under heaven that is so taking with all men as this of gain.
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he doth not say, O that ye had your fruit unto holinesse; but, Ye have your fruit unto holinesse. So Psalm 19.11. Not only for keeping, but also in keeping of his commands, there is great reward. Holinesse is its own reward;
he does not say, Oh that you had your fruit unto holiness; but, You have your fruit unto holiness. So Psalm 19.11. Not only for keeping, but also in keeping of his commands, there is great reward. Holiness is its own reward;
let a mans load be never so heavy, yet holinesse will bring in that joy that will make him bear up bravely and cheerfully under it. Holinesse brings in present peace;
let a men load be never so heavy, yet holiness will bring in that joy that will make him bear up bravely and cheerfully under it. Holiness brings in present peace;
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hence it is that you read of the peaceable fruits of righteousnesse, Heb. 12.10, 11. And holinesse will bring in present communion with God. 1 John 1.7. But if we walk in the light, as he is the light, we have fellowship one with another:
hence it is that you read of the peaceable fruits of righteousness, Hebrew 12.10, 11. And holiness will bring in present communion with God. 1 John 1.7. But if we walk in the Light, as he is the Light, we have fellowship one with Another:
(that is, God and we have fellowship togegether, as it is ver. 3.) Now to walk in the light as he is in the light, what is it but to walk in holinesse, to walk in pathes of sanctity? for only in such pathes the Lord walks.
(that is, God and we have fellowship together, as it is ver. 3.) Now to walk in the Light as he is in the Light, what is it but to walk in holiness, to walk in paths of sanctity? for only in such paths the Lord walks.
and rich in promises, and rich in experiences, she had spiritual riches in possession, and glorious riches in reversion; so in 2 Cor. 6.10. As poor, yet making many rich;
and rich in promises, and rich in experiences, she had spiritual riches in possession, and glorious riches in reversion; so in 2 Cor. 6.10. As poor, yet making many rich;
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The riches of a Christian have no bottom; all a Saints baggs are bottomless baggs. Experience tells us, that unholy mens baggs, purses, coffers, and mints may be drawn dry;
The riches of a Christian have no bottom; all a Saints bags Are bottomless bags. Experience tells us, that unholy men's bags, purses, coffers, and mints may be drawn dry;
Though he hath nothing in hand, yet he hath all things in hope; Though he hath nothing in the cistern, yet he hath all things in the fountain. Gen. 33.9. Esau could say (Li Rab) I have much;
Though he hath nothing in hand, yet he hath all things in hope; Though he hath nothing in the cistern, yet he hath all things in the fountain. Gen. 33.9. Esau could say (Li Rab) I have much;
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It hath been said of the great Duke of Guise, that (though he was poor as to his present possessions) yet he was the richest man in France, in bills, bonds,
It hath been said of the great Duke of Guise, that (though he was poor as to his present possessions) yet he was the Richest man in France, in bills, bonds,
A holy man is the richest man in the world in promises and obligations, for he hath the great and glorious God engaged by many thousand promises to own him, to bless him, to stand by him, to give grace and glory to him, and to with-hold nothing from him that may be good for him.
A holy man is the Richest man in the world in promises and obligations, for he hath the great and glorious God engaged by many thousand promises to own him, to bless him, to stand by him, to give grace and glory to him, and to withhold nothing from him that may be good for him.
yea then all wicked men in the world put together. But, Secondly, By holinesse you will gain a good report, a good name, Heb. 11.39. And these all having obtained a good report through faith, received not the promise:
yea then all wicked men in the world put together. But, Secondly, By holiness you will gain a good report, a good name, Hebrew 11.39. And these all having obtained a good report through faith, received not the promise:
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Gaius and Demetrius were both holy men, and they were men of good report, witness that third Epistle of John. The Patriarchs and Prophets were holy men,
Gaius and Demetrius were both holy men, and they were men of good report, witness that third Epistle of John. The Patriarchs and prophets were holy men,
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Beautiful objects do not more delight the eyes, then a good report delights the ears. O Sirs, as ever you would obtain a good report, you must labour after holiness.
Beautiful objects do not more delight the eyes, then a good report delights the ears. O Sirs, as ever you would obtain a good report, you must labour After holiness.
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There is no such way to perpetuate your names, as to labour after holiness. Holiness will inbalm your names, it will make them immortal. Psal. 112.6. The righteous shall be in everlasting remembrance. Prov. 10.7. The memory of the just is blessed, but the name of the wicked shall rot.
There is no such Way to perpetuate your names, as to labour After holiness. Holiness will inbalm your names, it will make them immortal. Psalm 112.6. The righteous shall be in everlasting remembrance. Curae 10.7. The memory of the just is blessed, but the name of the wicked shall rot.
Well, once more remember, that these words, The name of the wicked shall rot, are a Metaphorical speech taken from a tree, which though for a time it grows green and flourishes,
Well, once more Remember, that these words, The name of the wicked shall rot, Are a Metaphorical speech taken from a tree, which though for a time it grows green and flourishes,
so though wicked men may flourish and be green and glorious for a time, yet at last they shall rot, their names shall rot on earth, their bodies shall rot in the grave,
so though wicked men may flourish and be green and glorious for a time, yet At last they shall rot, their names shall rot on earth, their bodies shall rot in the grave,
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what a deal of stir do many men make to get a name, to get a name to be wise, a name to be knowing, a name to be learned, a name to be skilful, a name to be rich, a name to be great, a name to be mighty,
what a deal of stir do many men make to get a name, to get a name to be wise, a name to be knowing, a name to be learned, a name to be skilful, a name to be rich, a name to be great, a name to be mighty,
and a name to be valiant, &c. And why then should you not labour after holiness, that so you may get a good name, which is rather to be chosen then riches, Prov. 22.1. and which is better then precious ointment! Eccles. 7.1.
and a name to be valiant, etc. And why then should you not labour After holiness, that so you may get a good name, which is rather to be chosen then riches, Curae 22.1. and which is better then precious ointment! Eccles. 7.1.
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Thirdly, By holiness you will gain a hiding place, a shelter, a refuge in stormy and tempestuous times. Prov. 11.6. The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them:
Thirdly, By holiness you will gain a hiding place, a shelter, a refuge in stormy and tempestuous times. Curae 11.6. The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them:
And Davids integrity was a shield and buckler against Sauls rage and cruelty; so in Prov. 13.6. Righteousness keepeth him that is upright in the way: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner.
And Davids integrity was a shield and buckler against Saul's rage and cruelty; so in Curae 13.6. Righteousness Keepeth him that is upright in the Way: but wickedness Overthroweth the sinner.
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it signifies to preserve and keep, as a man would preserve and keep the Apple of his eye, which is the chiefest and the tenderest piece of the tenderest part;
it signifies to preserve and keep, as a man would preserve and keep the Apple of his eye, which is the chiefest and the Tenderest piece of the Tenderest part;
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So in Ezek. 14.14, 20. Though these three men, Noah, Daniel and Job were in it, they should deliver but their own souls by their righteousness, saith the Lord.
So in Ezekiel 14.14, 20. Though these three men, Noah, daniel and Job were in it, they should deliver but their own Souls by their righteousness, Says the Lord.
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So in Isa. 33.15, 16. He that walketh righteously, and speaketh uprightly, he that despiseth the gain of oppressions, that shaketh his hands from holding of bribes, that stoppeth his ears from hearing of blood,
So in Isaiah 33.15, 16. He that walks righteously, and speaks uprightly, he that despises the gain of oppressions, that shakes his hands from holding of Bribes, that stoppeth his ears from hearing of blood,
for rocks are barren places, and there is no plowing and sowing upon rocks: No, he shall not be starved nor famished out of his strong place of defence;
for Rocks Are barren places, and there is no plowing and sowing upon Rocks: No, he shall not be starved nor famished out of his strong place of defence;
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Plutarch in the life of Alexander tells us, that when he came to besiege the Sogdians, a people who dwelt upon a Rock, (or such as had the munition of Rocks for their defence) they jeered him,
Plutarch in the life of Alexander tells us, that when he Come to besiege the Sogdians, a people who dwelled upon a Rock, (or such as had the munition of Rocks for their defence) they jeered him,
Noahs holinesse was an Ark to save him, when Nimrods Tower of Babel which was raised five thousand one hundred forty six paces high, could not secure him:
Noahs holiness was an Ark to save him, when Nimrods Tower of Babel which was raised five thousand one hundred forty six paces high, could not secure him:
Fourthly, By holinesse you will gain deliverance from death in death, Prov. 11.4. Riches profit not in the day of wrath: but righteousness delivereth from death: and Chap. 10.2. Treasures of wickedness profit nothing, but righteousness delivereth from death.
Fourthly, By holiness you will gain deliverance from death in death, Curae 11.4. Riches profit not in the day of wrath: but righteousness Delivereth from death: and Chap. 10.2. Treasures of wickedness profit nothing, but righteousness Delivereth from death.
and more then that, is righteousnesse to the righteous in the day of death. Righteousnesse or holinesse of affection, of action, of life and conversation, delivers from spiritual death,
and more then that, is righteousness to the righteous in the day of death. Righteousness or holiness of affection, of actium, of life and Conversation, delivers from spiritual death,
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It turns that curse into a blessing, that punishment into a benefit, that night of darknesse into a day of light, that wildernesse into a Paradise, that hell into a heaven, Prov. 12.28. In the way of righteousnesse is life, and in the path thereof, there is no death In the way of righteousnesse is (chaiim) lives: so the Hebrew hath it, in the way of righteousnesse there are many lives:
It turns that curse into a blessing, that punishment into a benefit, that night of darkness into a day of Light, that Wilderness into a Paradise, that hell into a heaven, Curae 12.28. In the Way of righteousness is life, and in the path thereof, there is no death In the Way of righteousness is (Chaim) lives: so the Hebrew hath it, in the Way of righteousness there Are many lives:
There is no spiritual death, there is no eternal death, yea, there is no corporal, no temporal death to hurt or harm the them, to sting or terrifie them, to dammage or disadvantage them:
There is no spiritual death, there is no Eternal death, yea, there is no corporal, no temporal death to hurt or harm the them, to sting or terrify them, to damage or disadvantage them:
it is an out-let to sin, to sorrow, to shame, to suffering, to afflictions, to temptations, to desertions, to oppressions, to confusions, and to vexations;
it is an outlet to since, to sorrow, to shame, to suffering, to afflictions, to temptations, to desertions, to oppressions, to confusions, and to vexations;
nothing will imbolden a man in that great day like holinesse; holinesse will then make the face to shine indeed, 1 John 4.17. Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldnesse in the day of judgement:
nothing will embolden a man in that great day like holiness; holiness will then make the face to shine indeed, 1 John 4.17. Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgement:
The more a Christian is like to Christ in holinesse of heart and life, in holinesse of affecti-and conversation, the more divinely bold and familiar will that man be with Christ, both in this world,
The more a Christian is like to christ in holiness of heart and life, in holiness of affecti-and Conversation, the more divinely bold and familiar will that man be with christ, both in this world,
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it is not natural excellencies, nor acquired abilities, but holinesse that will give boldnesse in the day of Christs appearing, 1 Pet. 1.5, 6, 7. A well-tried faith (which is but a branch of holinesse) shall be found unto praise,
it is not natural excellencies, nor acquired abilities, but holiness that will give boldness in the day of Christ appearing, 1 Pet. 1.5, 6, 7. A well-tried faith (which is but a branch of holiness) shall be found unto praise,
In that great day when shame and everlasting contempt shall be poured forth upon the great Monarchs of the world, who have made the earth to tremble, when the Kings of the earth,
In that great day when shame and everlasting contempt shall be poured forth upon the great Monarchs of the world, who have made the earth to tremble, when the Kings of the earth,
they did not fear, not tremble, but had their loyns ready girt, and staves in their hands, boldly and cheerfully expecting when the happy and joyful hour of their redemption would come.
they did not Fear, not tremble, but had their loins ready girded, and staves in their hands, boldly and cheerfully expecting when the happy and joyful hour of their redemption would come.
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So those that have the door-posts of their hearts and consciences sprinkled with holinesse, in this terrible day of the Lord, they shall with boldnesse and cheerfulnesse lift up their faces,
So those that have the door-posts of their hearts and Consciences sprinkled with holiness, in this terrible day of the Lord, they shall with boldness and cheerfulness lift up their faces,
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O, what trouble of mind? what horror and terror of conscience? what weeping and wailing? what crying and roaring? what wringing of hands? what tearing of hair? and what gnashing of teeth will there be among the ungodly in this day,
O, what trouble of mind? what horror and terror of conscience? what weeping and wailing? what crying and roaring? what wringing of hands? what tearing of hair? and what gnashing of teeth will there be among the ungodly in this day,
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I have read a story of two Souldiers, who being in the valley of Jehosaphat in Judea, the one said to the other, Here in this place shall be the general Judgement,
I have read a story of two Soldiers, who being in the valley of Jehoshaphat in Judea, the one said to the other, Here in this place shall be the general Judgement,
but being sate, and looking up to heaven, such a quaking and trembling fell upon him, that falling to the earth, he remembred the day of Judgement with horror and amazement for ever after.
but being sat, and looking up to heaven, such a quaking and trembling fell upon him, that falling to the earth, he remembered the day of Judgement with horror and amazement for ever After.
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But alas, what heart is able to conceive, or what tongue is able to expresse the fear and dread, the horror and terror, the astonishment and amazement that will fall upon all ungodly persons in this day!
But alas, what heart is able to conceive, or what tongue is able to express the Fear and dread, the horror and terror, the astonishment and amazement that will fallen upon all ungodly Persons in this day!
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And yet even now Gods holy ones shall lift up their heads and hearts: they shall be bold and stedfast, they shall be far from fear, shame or trembling.
And yet even now God's holy ones shall lift up their Heads and hearts: they shall be bold and steadfast, they shall be Far from Fear, shame or trembling.
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It is holinesse that puts the greatest excellency and majesty upon man, Psalm 16.3. But to the Saints that are in the earth, and to the excellent in whom is all my delight.
It is holiness that puts the greatest excellency and majesty upon man, Psalm 16.3. But to the Saints that Are in the earth, and to the excellent in whom is all my delight.
or the noble, glorious, or wonderfull ones. Saints or holy persons are the most excellent, magnificent, noble & glorious ones. And in Dan. 8.24. the holy people are called mighty, because there are no people upon the earth, that have might and Majesty stampt upon them as they have. Cant. 6.10.
or the noble, glorious, or wonderful ones. Saints or holy Persons Are the most excellent, magnificent, noble & glorious ones. And in Dan. 8.24. the holy people Are called mighty, Because there Are no people upon the earth, that have might and Majesty stamped upon them as they have. Cant 6.10.
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And so did the holinesse of the three children command tespect and honour from that great Monarch Nebuchadnezzar. And so did the holinesse of Daniel cause King Darius to reverence him,
And so did the holiness of the three children command tespect and honour from that great Monarch Nebuchadnezzar. And so did the holiness of daniel cause King Darius to Reverence him,
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but holinesse that can over-awe the vain spirits of men. A holy life is the upbraiding of that which is corrupt, Wisdom 2.15.12. He is grievous unto us, even to behold him;
but holiness that can overawe the vain spirits of men. A holy life is the upbraiding of that which is corrupt, Wisdom 2.15.12. He is grievous unto us, even to behold him;
for when Valens the Emperour came to surprize him, he being in holy exercises, such a splendour and majesty was upon him, thnt it struck such a terror into the Emperour, that he reeled,
for when Valens the Emperor Come to surprise him, he being in holy exercises, such a splendour and majesty was upon him, thnt it struck such a terror into the Emperor, that he reeled,
and so terrified by the boldnesse of his countenance, and by his holy and gracious behaviour in his sufferings, that he swore at his going away that he would never be present at such a sight more.
and so terrified by the boldness of his countenance, and by his holy and gracious behaviour in his sufferings, that he swore At his going away that he would never be present At such a sighed more.
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he was a man of an unspotted conversation and of high reputation among the Romans: Now his morality put such a splendour and majesty upon him, that when he was present, the very worst of the worst durst not in speech or gesture discover any impiety or immodesty, any wantonnesse or wickednesse.
he was a man of an unspotted Conversation and of high reputation among the Romans: Now his morality put such a splendour and majesty upon him, that when he was present, the very worst of the worst durst not in speech or gesture discover any impiety or immodesty, any wantonness or wickedness.
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but I say you shall never have any lasting peace, felicity, or prosperity till you come to be holy, 2 Kings 9.22. And it came to passe when Joram saw Jehu, that he said Is it peace, Jehu? And he answered, What peace so long as the whoredoms of thy mother Jezebel, and her witchcrafts are so many? The interrogation carries with it a strong negation, What peace? that is, there is no peace to such a wicked wretch as thou art:
but I say you shall never have any lasting peace, felicity, or Prosperity till you come to be holy, 2 Kings 9.22. And it Come to pass when Jhoram saw Jehu, that he said Is it peace, Jehu? And he answered, What peace so long as the whoredoms of thy mother Jezebel, and her witchcrafts Are so many? The interrogation carries with it a strong negation, What peace? that is, there is no peace to such a wicked wretch as thou art:
and lukewarmnesse, and dead-heartednesse, and wantonnesse, and wickednesse remains? what good dayes, what happy year can you look for whilest your formality,
and lukewarmness, and dead-heartedness, and wantonness, and wickedness remains? what good days, what happy year can you look for whilst your formality,
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for God did vex them with all adversity, 2 Chron. 15.5, 6. When men are unholy, God will vex them, he will vex them with adversity, he will vex them with all adversity.
for God did vex them with all adversity, 2 Chronicles 15.5, 6. When men Are unholy, God will vex them, he will vex them with adversity, he will vex them with all adversity.
When all is said that can be said, and when all is done that can be done, wicked men will still be as unquiet as the raging and foaming sea, Isa. 57.20, 21. God will one day or another be still at war with that man that is at peace with his sin.
When all is said that can be said, and when all is done that can be done, wicked men will still be as unquiet as the raging and foaming sea, Isaiah 57.20, 21. God will one day or Another be still At war with that man that is At peace with his since.
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and their hairs as the hair of a woman, and their teeth were as it were the teeth of Lions, &c. Here are quasi Horses, quasi Crowns of gold, quasi faces of men, quasi hairs of a woman,
and their hairs as the hair of a woman, and their teeth were as it were the teeth of Lions, etc. Here Are quasi Horses, quasi Crowns of gold, quasi faces of men, quasi hairs of a woman,
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and quasi teeth of Lions, &c. Now just such things are all the comforts and contentments of unholy persons, their gold and silver, is but as it were gold and silver;
and quasi teeth of Lions, etc. Now just such things Are all the comforts and contentment's of unholy Persons, their gold and silver, is but as it were gold and silver;
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But mark when the holy Evangelist comes to set down a description of the Locusts tails, he doth not say that there were as it were strings in their rails;
But mark when the holy Evangelist comes to Set down a description of the Locusts tails, he does not say that there were as it were strings in their rails;
but in plain positive downright terms he tels you that there were stings in their tails, ver. 10. he tells you that their stings were true stings, real stings, certain stings;
but in plain positive downright terms he tells you that there were stings in their tails, ver. 10. he tells you that their stings were true stings, real stings, certain stings;
and with others, is to put onholinesse as a Robe upon us, & to put all inquity far from us, Job 11.13, 20. O Sirs, the worser the times are, the better should every man labour to be.
and with Others, is to put onholinesse as a Robe upon us, & to put all Iniquity Far from us, Job 11.13, 20. Oh Sirs, the Worse the times Are, the better should every man labour to be.
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that we grope for the wall like the blind, that we grope as if we had no eyes, that we stumble at noon-day, that we roar all like Bears, and mourn sore like doves:
that we grope for the wall like the blind, that we grope as if we had no eyes, that we Stumble At noonday, that we roar all like Bears, and mourn soar like Dove:
then I say the times call aloud upon you for holinesse. Isa. 26.9. When thy Judgements are abroad in the earth, the inhabitants of the world will learn righteousnesse! O Sirs!
then I say the times call aloud upon you for holiness. Isaiah 26.9. When thy Judgments Are abroad in the earth, the inhabitants of the world will Learn righteousness! Oh Sirs!
O! that hardnesse of heart, that barrennesse of soul, that blindnesse of mind, that searednesse of conscience, that perversnesse of Spirit, that Superstitious Will-worship,
OH! that hardness of heart, that Barrenness of soul, that blindness of mind, that searedness of conscience, that perverseness of Spirit, that Superstitious Will-worship,
O! those God-dishonouring, those Christ-denying, those Ordinance-despising, those Conscience-wasting, those life-corrupting, and those Soul-damning opinions, principles, blasphemies,
OH! those God-dishonoring, those Christ-denying, those Ordinance-despising, those Conscience-wasting, those life-corrupting, and those Soul damning opinions, principles, Blasphemies,
O! the spiritual decayes, the spiritual witherings, the spiritual slumberings, the spiritual faintings, the spiritual langiushings that are to be found among a professing people this day!
OH! the spiritual decays, the spiritual witherings, the spiritual slumberings, the spiritual faintings, the spiritual langiushings that Are to be found among a professing people this day!
Spiritual judgements are the most insensible judgements, they are the most dreadfull judgements, they are the most incureable judgements, they are the most damnning judgements of all judgements.
Spiritual Judgments Are the most insensible Judgments, they Are the most dreadful Judgments, they Are the most incurable Judgments, they Are the most damn Judgments of all Judgments.
and O that the dread and sense of these might provoke you, and prevail with you to labour after real holinesse, to labour after the power of godliness, which will be your greatest security against these most deadly and soul-killing maladies!
and Oh that the dread and sense of these might provoke you, and prevail with you to labour After real holiness, to labour After the power of godliness, which will be your greatest security against these most deadly and Soul-killing maladies!
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but this, Be ye holy, be ye holy? O Sirs, what could the Lord have done that he hath not done, to make you holy? Hath he not lifted you up to heaven, in respect of holy helps? Hath he not to this very day followed you close with holy offers,
but this, Be you holy, be you holy? Oh Sirs, what could the Lord have done that he hath not done, to make you holy? Hath he not lifted you up to heaven, in respect of holy helps? Hath he not to this very day followed you close with holy offers,
and unholy still? O what is this, but to provoke the Lord to put out all the lights of heaven, to drive your Teachers into corners, to remove your Candlesticks,
and unholy still? O what is this, but to provoke the Lord to put out all the lights of heaven, to drive your Teachers into corners, to remove your Candlesticks,
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and dearly love it, and stoutly defend it, and conscientiously practice it, then you have done to this very day? By what hath been said, I suppose there is nothing more evident,
and dearly love it, and stoutly defend it, and conscientiously practice it, then you have done to this very day? By what hath been said, I suppose there is nothing more evident,
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His person is holy, Isa. 6.3. his name is holy, Luke 1.49. his works are holy, Psalm 45.17. his judgements are holy, Psalm 22.1, 2, 3. his habitation is holy, Isa. 57.15. his Temple is holy, 1 Cor. 3.17. his Kingdom is holy, Rev. 21.27. his Word is holy, Psalm 19. and his Sabbaths are holy, Exod. 16.23.
His person is holy, Isaiah 6.3. his name is holy, Lycia 1.49. his works Are holy, Psalm 45.17. his Judgments Are holy, Psalm 22.1, 2, 3. his habitation is holy, Isaiah 57.15. his Temple is holy, 1 Cor. 3.17. his Kingdom is holy, Rev. 21.27. his Word is holy, Psalm 19. and his Sabbaths Are holy, Exod 16.23.
Now this is Gods own Argument, Be ye holy, for I am holy, Lev. 19.2. 1 Pet. 1.15, 16. Concerning the holinesse of God, I shall speak at large (by divine assistance) when I come to press you upon perfecting of holinesse,
Now this is God's own Argument, Be you holy, for I am holy, Lev. 19.2. 1 Pet. 1.15, 16. Concerning the holiness of God, I shall speak At large (by divine assistance) when I come to press you upon perfecting of holiness,
Sirs, you cannot be l•ke to God in many other things, but you may be like to God in this one thing, in this noble thing, in this most necessary thing, Holinesse; and therefore labour after it.
Sirs, you cannot be l•ke to God in many other things, but you may be like to God in this one thing, in this noble thing, in this most necessary thing, Holiness; and Therefore labour After it.
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Christ is essentially holy, he is infinitely holy, he is originally holy, he is singularly holy, he is eminently holy, he is perfectly holy, he is transcendently holy, and he is immutably holy:
christ is essentially holy, he is infinitely holy, he is originally holy, he is singularly holy, he is eminently holy, he is perfectly holy, he is transcendently holy, and he is immutably holy:
And so much the Devil himself confesseth, in Mark 1.24. I know thee who thou art, the holy one of God, or rather as the Greek hath it, (NONLATINALPHABET) that holy one by way of excellency and eminency.
And so much the devil himself Confesses, in Mark 1.24. I know thee who thou art, the holy one of God, or rather as the Greek hath it, () that holy one by Way of excellency and eminency.
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Yea Christ takes delight to characterize himself by this title, in Rev. 3.7. These things saith he that is holy: And in Dan. 9.24. he is called the most holy; or as the Hebrew hath it, the holiness of holinesses. These abstracts speak out the vigour and strength, the eminency and excellency of Christs holiness:
Yea christ Takes delight to characterise himself by this title, in Rev. 3.7. These things Says he that is holy: And in Dan. 9.24. he is called the most holy; or as the Hebrew hath it, the holiness of Holinesses. These abstracts speak out the vigour and strength, the eminency and excellency of Christ holiness:
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and what do these abstracts speak out, but that perfect and compleat holiness that is in Christ: The Angels in Isa. 6.3. do three times iterate or repeat, holy, holy, holy;
and what do these abstracts speak out, but that perfect and complete holiness that is in christ: The Angels in Isaiah 6.3. doe three times iterate or repeat, holy, holy, holy;
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His conception was holy, his conversation was holy, his converse was holy, &c. Holiness is the image of Christ, it is the picture of Christ, the perfections of Christ, it makes a man conformable to the life of Christ.
His conception was holy, his Conversation was holy, his converse was holy, etc. Holiness is the image of christ, it is the picture of christ, the perfections of christ, it makes a man conformable to the life of christ.
Subjects may without Treason or offence attempt to be like their Prince, in wisdom, goodness, righteousness, holiness, peace, piety, clemency, and sanctity;
Subject's may without Treason or offence attempt to be like their Prince, in Wisdom, Goodness, righteousness, holiness, peace, piety, clemency, and sanctity;
Some have counted it their greatest honour and glory in this world, that they have been like such and such, who have been high and glorious in the world;
some have counted it their greatest honour and glory in this world, that they have been like such and such, who have been high and glorious in the world;
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and justled his bones against the wall, and all to prevent the execution of his wicked and cursed intentions, Numb. 22.22. O! how much more then do they stand in the way of the Saints, to prevent those weaknesses and miscarriages which Satan and their own corruptions would otherwise carry them to.
and justled his bones against the wall, and all to prevent the execution of his wicked and cursed intentions, Numb. 22.22. OH! how much more then do they stand in the Way of the Saints, to prevent those Weaknesses and miscarriages which Satan and their own corruptions would otherwise carry them to.
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And doubtless as they have a hand to restrain the Saints from evil, so they have an eye and an influence upon them for good: 1 Tim. 5.21. I charge you before God, and our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Elect Angels, &c. The holy Angels have their eyes and their influences upon us;
And doubtless as they have a hand to restrain the Saints from evil, so they have an eye and an influence upon them for good: 1 Tim. 5.21. I charge you before God, and our Lord jesus christ, and the Elect Angels, etc. The holy Angels have their eyes and their influences upon us;
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they are our observers and overseers; they are called watchers in Dan. 4.17. for they watch our words, and they watch our works, and they watch our wayes;
they Are our observers and Overseers; they Are called watchers in Dan. 4.17. for they watch our words, and they watch our works, and they watch our ways;
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and the most excellent copy of the Angels before us; who as they excell in strength, so they excell in holiness also. Psalm 103.20. Bless the Lord ye his Angels, that excell in strength, that do his Commandments, hearkening unto the voice of his Word.
and the most excellent copy of the Angels before us; who as they excel in strength, so they excel in holiness also. Psalm 103.20. Bless the Lord you his Angels, that excel in strength, that do his commandments, Harkening unto the voice of his Word.
The Angels obey divine commands readily, cheerfully, faithfully, universally, reverentially, humbly, affectionately, and unweariedly. O Sirs, such obedience, such holiness will be your honour here, and your happiness hereafter. To gather up all;
The Angels obey divine commands readily, cheerfully, faithfully, universally, reverentially, humbly, affectionately, and unweariedly. O Sirs, such Obedience, such holiness will be your honour Here, and your happiness hereafter. To gather up all;
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In the fifteenth and last place, to provoke you to labour after holinesse, consider, the stinging Argument in the text, viz. That without it no man shall see the Lord: The expression is exclusive;
In the fifteenth and last place, to provoke you to labour After holiness, Consider, the stinging Argument in the text, viz. That without it no man shall see the Lord: The expression is exclusive;
and so great a punishment to Cain to be cast out of his fathers family (which was the only visible Church of God on earth) and such a sore affliction for the Lepers in the Law to be shut out from all converse with men,
and so great a punishment to Cain to be cast out of his Father's family (which was the only visible Church of God on earth) and such a soar affliction for the Lepers in the Law to be shut out from all converse with men,
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and so great a trouble and torment to Absalom to be banished his fathers Court, and so great a hell to Jonah to be seemingly cast out of Gods sight,
and so great a trouble and torment to Absalom to be banished his Father's Court, and so great a hell to Jonah to be seemingly cast out of God's sighed,
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and to be shut out from the presence of the Lord, and from the glory of his power? If it were such an unspeakable grief and misery to the Primitive Christians (as indeed it was) to be debarred of one anothers society and company, by being confined to Isles, and Mines, and strong holds:
and to be shut out from the presence of the Lord, and from the glory of his power? If it were such an unspeakable grief and misery to the Primitive Christians (as indeed it was) to be debarred of one another's society and company, by being confined to Isles, and Mines, and strong holds:
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and Saints, and to be everlastingly confined to the strong holds of hell, and to the society and company of that damned crew who will be still a cursing and a blaspheming of God,
and Saints, and to be everlastingly confined to the strong holds of hell, and to the society and company of that damned crew who will be still a cursing and a blaspheming of God,
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Now without holinesse there is no seeing of God, there is no possessing or enjoying of God, there is no possibility of ever obtaining a part or portion in God.
Now without holiness there is no seeing of God, there is no possessing or enjoying of God, there is no possibility of ever obtaining a part or portion in God.
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First, Take heed of mistaking some particular Scriptures, as that of Ezek. 14.6. Chap. 18.30, 31, 32. and Chap. 33 11, 14, 16, 19. from these and such like Scriptures, many unholy hearts are apt to conclude that they can repent when they please,
First, Take heed of mistaking Some particular Scriptures, as that of Ezekiel 14.6. Chap. 18.30, 31, 32. and Chap. 33 11, 14, 16, 19. from these and such like Scriptures, many unholy hearts Are apt to conclude that they can Repent when they please,
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and what are all other losses to these losses? Demorrathus (of Corinth ) saith, they lost the chiefest part of their lives happiness, that did not see Alexander sit on the throne of Darius, but what was their loss, to that unconceivable and unexpressible loss, that all unholy persons must sustain, who shall never see the King of Kings in his beauty, who shall never behold the Lord on the throne of his glory!
and what Are all other losses to these losses? Demorrathus (of Corinth) Says, they lost the chiefest part of their lives happiness, that did not see Alexander fit on the throne of Darius, but what was their loss, to that unconceivable and unexpressible loss, that all unholy Persons must sustain, who shall never see the King of Kings in his beauty, who shall never behold the Lord on the throne of his glory!
O what course, what way, what means must we use that we may obtain this holiness, without which we now clearly see that we shall never come to a fruition of happiness!
O what course, what Way, what means must we use that we may obtain this holiness, without which we now clearly see that we shall never come to a fruition of happiness!
Thirdly, True repentance is a turning, not from some sin, but from every sin. Ezek. 18.30. Repent and turn your selves from all your transgressions, so iniquity shall not he your ruine.
Thirdly, True Repentance is a turning, not from Some since, but from every since. Ezekiel 18.30. repent and turn your selves from all your transgressions, so iniquity shall not he your ruin.
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If ever thou art saved, O man, thou must repent as well of thy Achans as thy Absaloms, of thy Rimmons as of thy Mammons, of thy Davids as of thy Goliahs, of thy secret as well as thy open sins, of thy loved as well as of thy loathed lusts, of thy babe-transgressions as well as of thy Giant-like provocations:
If ever thou art saved, Oh man, thou must Repent as well of thy Achans as thy Absaloms, of thy Rimmons as of thy Mammons, of thy Davids as of thy Goliath's, of thy secret as well as thy open Sins, of thy loved as well as of thy loathed Lustiest, of thy babe-transgressions as well as of thy Giantlike provocations:
or if a man hath two grievous diseases upon him, and will only deal with the Physitian for remedies against the one, he will without all peradventure perish by the prevalency of the other.
or if a man hath two grievous diseases upon him, and will only deal with the physician for remedies against the one, he will without all Peradventure perish by the prevalency of the other.
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and to see done, as you may see by comparing Ezek. 36.25, 26, 27. with Isa. 30.21, 22. Now is this an easie thing, to turn from every sin, to loath every sin,
and to see done, as you may see by comparing Ezekiel 36.25, 26, 27. with Isaiah 30.21, 22. Now is this an easy thing, to turn from every since, to loath every since,
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It was worthily (and wittily) said by one, that true repentance strips us stark naked of all the garments of the old Adam, and leaves not so much as the shirt behind.
It was worthily (and wittily) said by one, that true Repentance strips us stark naked of all the garments of the old Adam, and leaves not so much as the shirt behind.
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I was last Winter with a young man, who upon his dying-bed for several hours together, being in a dreadful agony, lay crying out, I am damn'd, I am damn'd, I am damn'd, I am damn'd!
I was last Winter with a young man, who upon his dying-bed for several hours together, being in a dreadful agony, lay crying out, I am damned, I am damned, I am damned, I am damned!
and would have bought repentance with the price of their dearest blood, but could not obtain it? and will you say that repentance is easie? O Sirs, is it good to be damn'd? is it good to go to hell? is it good to dwell with a devouring fire,
and would have bought Repentance with the price of their dearest blood, but could not obtain it? and will you say that Repentance is easy? O Sirs, is it good to be damned? is it good to go to hell? is it good to dwell with a devouring fire,
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and to live in everlasting burnings? Is it good to have your habitations amongst Devils and damned spirits? Is it good to be banished the Court of heaven,
and to live in everlasting burnings? Is it good to have your habitations among Devils and damned spirits? Is it good to be banished the Court of heaven,
and the blessed society of Angels and Saints, and the fruition of all the happiness that heaven affords? O no! O no! O why then do not men prevent all this by repentance,
and the blessed society of Angels and Saints, and the fruition of all the happiness that heaven affords? O no! Oh no! Oh why then do not men prevent all this by Repentance,
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and against those that preach it and press it? of all words, is not the word of repentance the hardest word to read? and of all sayings and Sermons, is not that of repentance the hardest to hear and bear? Luther confesses that before his conversion he met not with a more displeasing word in all the Scripture,
and against those that preach it and press it? of all words, is not the word of Repentance the Hardest word to read? and of all sayings and Sermons, is not that of Repentance the Hardest to hear and bear? Luther Confesses that before his conversion he met not with a more displeasing word in all the Scripture,
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if repentance be so easie, why doth thy spirit rage, and why doth thy heart so swell and rise against those that preach repentance unto life? Of all Preachers, there are none that do so displease and move thee, that do so cut and gall thee,
if Repentance be so easy, why does thy Spirit rage, and why does thy heart so swell and rise against those that preach Repentance unto life? Of all Preachers, there Are none that do so displease and move thee, that do so Cut and Gall thee,
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For a close, know, that that white Devil who now presents repentance to thee as the easiest thing in the world, He will at last cast, to work thee to despair,
For a close, know, that that white devil who now presents Repentance to thee as the Easiest thing in the world, He will At last cast, to work thee to despair,
first they put them off one week, and then another week, and then a third week, &c. till at last they provoke their Creditors to cast them into prison,
First they put them off one Week, and then Another Week, and then a third Week, etc. till At last they provoke their Creditors to cast them into prison,
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they that thus deal with God, shall be as severely dealt with by God, as you may see in Prov. 1.24. to 32. The antient warriers would not receive an old man into their Army;
they that thus deal with God, shall be as severely dealt with by God, as you may see in Curae 1.24. to 32. The ancient warriors would not receive an old man into their Army;
and exhausted thy spirits in the work of Satan, and in the service of thy lusts, that God will receive thee to his grace and favour? If thou dost thus flatter thy self, it is ten thousand to one but that thou wilt deceive thy self;
and exhausted thy spirits in the work of Satan, and in the service of thy Lustiest, that God will receive thee to his grace and favour? If thou dost thus flatter thy self, it is ten thousand to one but that thou wilt deceive thy self;
Shall the husband-man take his present seasons for sowing and reaping? Shall the good Tenant repair his house while the weather is fair? Shall the careful Pilot take his advantage of wind and tide,
Shall the husbandman take his present seasons for sowing and reaping? Shall the good Tenant repair his house while the weather is fair? Shall the careful Pilot take his advantage of wind and tide,
and so put out to Sea? Shall the Traveller mend his pace, when he sees the night comes on? and shall the Smi•• strike when the Iron is hot? and shall not we take the present opportunity of repenting and turning to the Lord? Remembring that there will be a time when time shall be no more;
and so put out to Sea? Shall the Traveller mend his pace, when he sees the night comes on? and shall the Smi•• strike when the Iron is hight? and shall not we take the present opportunity of repenting and turning to the Lord? Remembering that there will be a time when time shall be no more;
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and that the further the nail is driven, the harder it will be to get out? and so certainly the longer any man defers his repentance, the more difficult it will be for him to repent;
and that the further the nail is driven, the harder it will be to get out? and so Certainly the longer any man defers his Repentance, the more difficult it will be for him to Repent;
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Friends, do not deceive your selves, old age is but a sad, a sandy, a tottering and sinking foundation for you to build your hopes and happinesse upon;
Friends, do not deceive your selves, old age is but a sad, a sandy, a tottering and sinking Foundation for you to built your hope's and happiness upon;
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and to put off God with the dregs of old age? Certainly repentance is rather a work for youth then old age, it is a work rather for strength then weaknesse; and for health then sicknesse.
and to put off God with the dregs of old age? Certainly Repentance is rather a work for youth then old age, it is a work rather for strength then weakness; and for health then sickness.
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and course, and being pressed to leave his wickednesse, and to break off his sins by repentance, upon the consideration of Judgement, Eternity and Death a coming:
and course, and being pressed to leave his wickedness, and to break off his Sins by Repentance, upon the consideration of Judgement, Eternity and Death a coming:
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for the more thou delayest it, the more will thy account be increased, thy debt augmented, Satan strengthned, thy body infeebled, thy lusts imboldned, thy soul endangered,
for the more thou delayest it, the more will thy account be increased, thy debt augmented, Satan strengthened, thy body infeebled, thy Lustiest emboldened, thy soul endangered,
And thus much for the preventing of these sad mistakes about repentance, which mistakes keep off many a man from looking and labouring after that holinesse without which there is no happinesse.
And thus much for the preventing of these sad mistakes about Repentance, which mistakes keep off many a man from looking and labouring After that holiness without which there is no happiness.
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Many men are so bewitcht with the profits, pleasures and honours of the world, that they mind not holinesse, they regard not holinesse, they care not for holinesse,
Many men Are so bewitched with the profits, pleasures and honours of the world, that they mind not holiness, they regard not holiness, they care not for holiness,
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Who were those whose end is destruction? why those that minded earthly things: who were those whose God was their belly? why those that minded earthly things:
Who were those whose end is destruction? why those that minded earthly things: who were those whose God was their belly? why those that minded earthly things:
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He that shall but weigh mans pains with his pay, his miseries with his pleasures, his sorrows with his joyes, his crosses with his comforts, his wants with his enjoyments, &c. may well cry out Vanity of vanity, and all is vanity.
He that shall but weigh men pains with his pay, his misery's with his pleasures, his sorrows with his Joys, his Crosses with his comforts, his Wants with his enjoyments, etc. may well cry out Vanity of vanity, and all is vanity.
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Some there be that have much holiness, and much of the world too, as Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, Job, David, Hezekiah, Daniel, &c. And others there be that have no holinesse,
some there be that have much holiness, and much of the world too, as Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, Job, David, Hezekiah, daniel, etc. And Others there be that have no holiness,
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A man bewitch't with the world, will, when 'tis put to his choice, rather part with Christ to enjoy the world, then part with the world to enjoy Christ;
A man bewitched with the world, will, when it's put to his choice, rather part with christ to enjoy the world, then part with the world to enjoy christ;
Again, a man bewitch't with the world, will prefer the most base and contemptible things before the Lord Jesus Christ, he will with the Gergesens, prefer his very Swine before a Saviour;
Again, a man bewitched with the world, will prefer the most base and contemptible things before the Lord jesus christ, he will with the Gergesens, prefer his very Swine before a Saviour;
they besought him that he would depart out of their coasts, though there be no misery, no plague, no curse, no wrath, no hell to Christs departure from a people,
they besought him that he would depart out of their coasts, though there be no misery, no plague, no curse, no wrath, no hell to Christ departure from a people,
and with Pilate condemn Christ, and with the Scribes and Pharisees they will cry out, Crucifie him, Crucifie him, away with this Jesus, away with this Jesus, let Barabbas live,
and with Pilate condemn christ, and with the Scribes and Pharisees they will cry out, Crucify him, Crucify him, away with this jesus, away with this jesus, let Barabbas live,
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witness Ezekiels hearers, Ezek. 33.31, 32, 33. and witness the stony ground, Mat. 13.22. and witness Christs followers, John 6. Some Writers say that nothing will grow where Gold grows, certainly where the love of this world growes, there nothing will grow that is good:
witness Ezekiel's hearers, Ezekiel 33.31, 32, 33. and witness the stony ground, Mathew 13.22. and witness Christ followers, John 6. some Writers say that nothing will grow where Gold grows, Certainly where the love of this world grows, there nothing will grow that is good:
or the businesses of the world, is a heart incapacitated to receive any divine counsel or comfort, tis a heart shut up against God and holiness, tis a heart posses't with many devils;
or the businesses of the world, is a heart incapacitated to receive any divine counsel or Comfort, this a heart shut up against God and holiness, this a heart possessed with many Devils;
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yea tis no wonder to see such a heart to deride and scorn holiness as the greatest foolishness, Luke 16.14. The Poets tell of Licaon being turned into a Wolf;
yea this no wonder to see such a heart to deride and scorn holiness as the greatest foolishness, Lycia 16.14. The Poets tell of Licaon being turned into a Wolf;
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therefore the Holy Ghost speaking of Zacheus (who had long been bewitch't by the world) brings him in with an Ecce, Behold, as if it were a wonder of wonders that ever such a worldling should be made holy.
Therefore the Holy Ghost speaking of Zacchaeus (who had long been bewitched by the world) brings him in with an Ecce, Behold, as if it were a wonder of wonders that ever such a worldling should be made holy.
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We hate the Turkes for selling of Christians for slaves, but, Ah, how many be there among us that call themselves Christians, who yet sell themselves and their souls to the devil for slaves for half a crown,
We hate the Turkes for selling of Christians for slaves, but, Ah, how many be there among us that call themselves Christians, who yet fell themselves and their Souls to the Devil for slaves for half a crown,
and the most intollerable, inconceiveable and irrecoverable loss, yet a man bewitch't with the world will run the hazard of losing it, of damning it to enjoy the world.
and the most intolerable, inconceiveable and irrecoverable loss, yet a man bewitched with the world will run the hazard of losing it, of damning it to enjoy the world.
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You know the Reubenites in Josh. 22. preferred the country that was commodious for the feeding of their cattle (though it were far from the Temple, where they might have fed their souls,
You know the Reubenites in Josh. 22. preferred the country that was commodious for the feeding of their cattle (though it were Far from the Temple, where they might have fed their Souls,
and their carnal enjoyments before the heavenly Canaan, and before the beauties of holiness, and before the Temple of Gods holiness, where holiness sparkles and shines in all its bravery and glory,
and their carnal enjoyments before the heavenly Canaan, and before the beauty's of holiness, and before the Temple of God's holiness, where holiness sparkles and shines in all its bravery and glory,
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If this Proverb be true, what a multitude of professors will be found to be doggs, who hunt more after earth then heaven, who hunt more after Terrestial then Celestial things, who hunt more after nothingnesses and emptinesses,
If this Proverb be true, what a multitude of professors will be found to be Dogs, who hunt more After earth then heaven, who hunt more After Terrestrial then Celestial things, who hunt more After Nothingnesses and emptinesses,
I have read of a man that lying in a burning Feaver, profest that if he had all the world at his dispose, he would give it all for one draught of Beer, at so low a rate do men value the world at such a time as that is,
I have read of a man that lying in a burning Fever, professed that if he had all the world At his dispose, he would give it all for one draught of Beer, At so low a rate do men valve the world At such a time as that is,
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then they do in sickness, in life, then they do at the time of their death, it would never bewitch them, it would never be as a wall of separation between holiness and them:
then they do in sickness, in life, then they do At the time of their death, it would never bewitch them, it would never be as a wall of separation between holiness and them:
and many there be who are worse then others, and yet by comparing themselves with those they suppose very bad, they conclude themselves to be very good;
and many there be who Are Worse then Others, and yet by comparing themselves with those they suppose very bad, they conclude themselves to be very good;
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and yet, O! how scornfully does this proud Pharisee look upon him? and how disdainfully and disgracefully does he speak of him? And this was the general frame and temper of the Scribes and Pharisees, who thought no mans penny so good silver as their own, who thought themselves better then the best,
and yet, OH! how scornfully does this proud Pharisee look upon him? and how disdainfully and disgracefully does he speak of him? And this was the general frame and temper of the Scribes and Pharisees, who Thought no men penny so good silver as their own, who Thought themselves better then the best,
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for Publicans and Harlots believed and repented, and entred into the Kingdom of God before them, Mat. 21.31, 32. And so they in that of Isa. 65. were naught, very naught,
for Publicans and Harlots believed and repented, and entered into the Kingdom of God before them, Mathew 21.31, 32. And so they in that of Isaiah 65. were nought, very nought,
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and yet damne and devilifie others, though they were such monsters as God abhorr'd, v. 6. Ah! how many be there who by comparing themselves with those that are worse then themselves, do judge themselves to be good enough,
and yet damn and devilifie Others, though they were such monsters as God abhorred, v. 6. Ah! how many be there who by comparing themselves with those that Are Worse then themselves, do judge themselves to be good enough,
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flatterers dare call the proud happy, and bless them whom God has curst, they dare call evil good and good evil, they dare call darkness light and light darkness, they dare say that that man has grace that has none,
Flatterers Dare call the proud happy, and bless them whom God has cursed, they Dare call evil good and good evil, they Dare call darkness Light and Light darkness, they Dare say that that man has grace that has none,
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witness Rehoboam, Ahab, Herod, Nero, Alexander, &c. So true is that of the wise man, Prov. 26. ult. A lying tongue hateth those that are afflicted by it,
witness Rehoboam, Ahab, Herod, Nero, Alexander, etc. So true is that of the wise man, Curae 26. ult. A lying tongue hates those that Are afflicted by it,
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A flattering mouth ruines name, fame, estate, life, body and soul, it ruines a man both temporally and eternally, it often undoes a man in both worlds, it makes a man miserable both here and hereafter: flatterers are devouring Caterpillars:
A flattering Mouth ruins name, fame, estate, life, body and soul, it ruins a man both temporally and eternally, it often undoes a man in both world's, it makes a man miserable both Here and hereafter: Flatterers Are devouring Caterpillars:
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flatterers dare call vice vertue, they dare call pride neatness, covetousness good husbandry, drunkenness good fellowship, prodigality liberality, wantonness a trick of youth, passion zeal, revenge courage, &c. They dare call enormities infirmities,
Flatterers Dare call vice virtue, they Dare call pride neatness, covetousness good Husbandry, Drunkenness good fellowship, prodigality liberality, wantonness a trick of youth, passion zeal, revenge courage, etc. They Dare call enormities infirmities,
and wickednesses weaknesses, they dare call great sins little sins, little sins no sins, they gild over all their poisonous Pills with gold, they draw the fairest Glove upon the fowlest hand, they lay their neatest colours upon the filthiest sores, they put their best paint upon the worst faces,
and Wickednesses Weaknesses, they Dare call great Sins little Sins, little Sins no Sins, they gild over all their poisonous Pills with gold, they draw the Fairest Glove upon the Foulest hand, they lay their neatest colours upon the filthiest sores, they put their best paint upon the worst faces,
and the richest robes upon the most diseased bodies; and by these devices they entangle many to their utter ruine, Prov. 29.5. A man that flattereth his neighbor spreadeth a net for his feet.
and the Richest robes upon the most diseased bodies; and by these devices they entangle many to their utter ruin, Curae 29.5. A man that Flattereth his neighbour spreadeth a net for his feet.
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because flatterers, the better to deceive, do use to oyl their tongues, and to butter their lips, that so by their smooth soft speeches they may the more insinuate themselves into mens affections,
Because Flatterers, the better to deceive, do use to oil their tongues, and to butter their lips, that so by their smooth soft Speeches they may the more insinuate themselves into men's affections,
take one instance for all, Alexander Severus commanded one Turinus a great flatterer, to be tyed to a stake and stifled with smoak, with an Herald standing by,
take one instance for all, Alexander Severus commanded one Turinus a great flatterer, to be tied to a stake and stifled with smoke, with an Herald standing by,
let Solomons counsel be always in your eye, and let it always lye warm upon your hearts, Prov. 20.19. He that goeth about as a tale-bearer, revealeth secrets:
let Solomons counsel be always in your eye, and let it always lie warm upon your hearts, Curae 20.19. He that Goes about as a talebearer, Revealeth secrets:
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and to say with those in Ezekiel, Behold they of the house of Israel, say the vision that he seeth is for many days to come, and he prophesieth of the times that are afar off.
and to say with those in Ezekielem, Behold they of the house of Israel, say the vision that he sees is for many days to come, and he Prophesieth of the times that Are afar off.
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So the rich man in the Gospel reckoned upon many years, when he had not many monthes, no not many weeks, no not many days, no not many hours to live in this world.
So the rich man in the Gospel reckoned upon many Years, when he had not many months, no not many weeks, no not many days, no not many hours to live in this world.
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'Twas even a death to Queen Elizabeth, Sigismund the Emperor, Lewes the 11 of France, Cardinal Beauford and others, to think of death, or to hear of death;
'Twas even a death to Queen Elizabeth, Sigismund the Emperor, Lewes the 11 of France, Cardinal Beauford and Others, to think of death, or to hear of death;
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and therefore they strictly charged all their servants about them, that when they saw them sick, they should never dare to name that bitter word Death in their ears.
and Therefore they strictly charged all their Servants about them, that when they saw them sick, they should never Dare to name that bitter word Death in their ears.
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And so Belshazzar though he was a mighty Emperor, Dan. 5.1, 7. yet a letter to him, from him whom Bildad calleth the King of terrors, Job 18.14. Ah how does it amaze, astonish, affright, and terrifie him!
And so Belshazzar though he was a mighty Emperor, Dan. 5.1, 7. yet a Letter to him, from him whom Bildad calls the King of terrors, Job 18.14. Ah how does it amaze, astonish, affright, and terrify him!
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or like Withipoll a rich and wretched man, who when he was in danger of death, earnestly desired that he might live five hundred years, though it were but in the shape of a Toad.
or like Withipoll a rich and wretched man, who when he was in danger of death, earnestly desired that he might live five hundred Years, though it were but in the shape of a Toad.
Near Lewes in Sussex a woman being ill, one of her neighbors coming to visit her, told her that if she died she should go to heaven and be with God and Jesus Christ,
Near Lewes in Sussex a woman being ill, one of her neighbours coming to visit her, told her that if she died she should go to heaven and be with God and jesus christ,
and to say to it as Ephraim did to his Idols, Get you hence, what have we more to do with you? but this is and must be for a lamentation, that men put off the thoughts of their latter end, to the latter end of their thoughts.
and to say to it as Ephraim did to his Idols, Get you hence, what have we more to do with you? but this is and must be for a lamentation, that men put off the thoughts of their latter end, to the latter end of their thoughts.
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but, Ah, that all such vain men would consider, that by putting the day of their death far from them, they do but gratifie Satan, strengthen their sins, provoke the Lord and make the work of faith and holiness more hard and difficult,
but, Ah, that all such vain men would Consider, that by putting the day of their death Far from them, they do but gratify Satan, strengthen their Sins, provoke the Lord and make the work of faith and holiness more hard and difficult,
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for seven days together, think and meditate upon Death, which accordingly he did, and it bred a great change and alteration in his life and conversation.
for seven days together, think and meditate upon Death, which accordingly he did, and it bred a great change and alteration in his life and Conversation.
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O! man, thou doest not know but that the serious thoughts of death may work that desireable thing in thee, viz. holiness, which yet has not been wrought in thee by all the holy counsels, the gracious examples, the fervent prayers,
OH! man, thou dost not know but that the serious thoughts of death may work that desirable thing in thee, viz. holiness, which yet has not been wrought in thee by all the holy Counsels, the gracious Examples, the fervent Prayers,
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that dares look death in the face, and yet say I'll drink and be drunk, I'll sware and swagger, I'll roar and whore, I'll cheat and cozen, I'll hate and oppose, I'll quarrel and kill,
that dares look death in the face, and yet say I'll drink and be drunk, I'll sware and swagger, I'll roar and whore, I'll cheat and cozen, I'll hate and oppose, I'll quarrel and kill,
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When the old world, when Sodom, when Pharaoh, when Hagar, when Amalek, when Haman, when Nebuchadnezzar, when Belshazzar, when Dives, when the Rich fool,
When the old world, when Sodom, when Pharaoh, when Hagar, when Amalek, when Haman, when Nebuchadnezzar, when Belshazzar, when Dives, when the Rich fool,
how strangely, how unexpectedly, and how wonderfully were they brought down to the Grave, yea to Hel•? O! the thousand thousands of crosses, losses, diseases, sicknesses, calamities, dangers,
how strangely, how unexpectedly, and how wonderfully were they brought down to the Grave, yea to Hel•? OH! the thousand thousands of Crosses, losses, diseases, Sicknesses, calamities, dangers,
when he does not know but that he may dye before he had begun to live? Waldus a rich Merchant of Lyons in France, seeing one suddenly drop down dead in the streets, went home, repented, changed his life, studied the Scriptures,
when he does not know but that he may die before he had begun to live? Waldus a rich Merchant of Lyons in France, seeing one suddenly drop down dead in the streets, went home, repented, changed his life, studied the Scriptures,
and became a worthy Teacher, Father and Founder of the Christians called the Waldenses, or poor men of Lyons; And O! that the serious thoughts of the suddenness of death might have that happy effect upon your souls,
and became a worthy Teacher, Father and Founder of the Christians called the Waldenses, or poor men of Lyons; And OH! that the serious thoughts of the suddenness of death might have that happy Effect upon your Souls,
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as it did tho•ough Zimries and Cozbies? And what dost thou know, O proud Haman, but that thou who art thus noblely feasted one day, mayest be a feast for the Crows the next day? And what dost thou know who art so crafty, O Ahitophel, but that if thy subtile counsel be rejected one hour, thou mayest hang thy self the next hour? And what doest thou know, O thou opposing and murmuring Corah, but that the earth may suddenly open and swallow thee up? and therefore why should you put that day so far from you, that may so suddenly overtake you?
as it did tho•ough Zimri's and Cobies? And what dost thou know, Oh proud Haman, but that thou who art thus nobly feasted one day, Mayest be a feast for the Crows the next day? And what dost thou know who art so crafty, Oh Ahithophel, but that if thy subtle counsel be rejected one hour, thou Mayest hang thy self the next hour? And what dost thou know, Oh thou opposing and murmuring Corah, but that the earth may suddenly open and swallow thee up? and Therefore why should you put that day so Far from you, that may so suddenly overtake you?
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but that God may strike thee both dumb and dead, whilst the lye is in thy mouth? Bibulus a Roman General riding in Triumph in all his glory, a Tyle fell off from a house in the street and knockt out his brains:
but that God may strike thee both dumb and dead, while the lie is in thy Mouth? Bibulus a Roman General riding in Triumph in all his glory, a Tile fell off from a house in the street and knocked out his brains:
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And what doest thou know, O vain glorious man, but that whilst thou art triumphing in thy world glory, by some unexpected blow thou mayest be sent into another world?
And what dost thou know, Oh vain glorious man, but that while thou art triumphing in thy world glory, by Some unexpected blow thou Mayest be sent into Another world?
Mr. Perkins speaks of One, who when it thundered, scoffingly said, It was nothing but Tom Tumbrel a hooping his Tubs, &c. and presently he was struck dead with a thunder-bolt from heaven.
Mr. Perkins speaks of One, who when it thundered, scoffingly said, It was nothing but Tom Tumbrel a hooping his Tubs, etc. and presently he was struck dead with a thunderbolt from heaven.
Thirdly, As there is nothing more sudden then death, so there is nothing more short then life, and why then should you put the day of your death so far from you? If you consider the life of man absolutely, 'tis but short, 'tis but as a span, a shadow, a dream, a bubble, a blast, a puff of wind, a pile of dust, a fading leaf,
Thirdly, As there is nothing more sudden then death, so there is nothing more short then life, and why then should you put the day of your death so Far from you? If you Consider the life of man absolutely, it's but short, it's but as a span, a shadow, a dream, a bubble, a blast, a puff of wind, a pile of dust, a fading leaf,
or a tale that is told, &c. The life of man is as a dream that vanisheth when one awaketh, 'tis a wind that goeth away and cometh not again, 'tis as a cloud that is soon dispersed with the wind, 'tis as a vapor that appeareth for a time,
or a tale that is told, etc. The life of man is as a dream that Vanishes when one awakes, it's a wind that Goes away and comes not again, it's as a cloud that is soon dispersed with the wind, it's as a vapor that appears for a time,
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and then vanisheth away, 'tis as the grass that soon withereth, 'tis as the flower that soon fadeth, 'tis as the candle that every light puffe of wind bloweth out:
and then Vanishes away, it's as the grass that soon withereth, it's as the flower that soon fades, it's as the candle that every Light puff of wind blows out:
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and therefore this holy Prophet desires, that God would teach them this Divine Arithmetick of numbering their days, it being a lesson that none but a God can teach.
and Therefore this holy Prophet Desires, that God would teach them this Divine Arithmetic of numbering their days, it being a Lesson that none but a God can teach.
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And where one man lives to this age, how many thousands die before they come to it? But what is this age to the age that men lived to in former times? Enoch lived as many yeers as there be days in the year,
And where one man lives to this age, how many thousands die before they come to it? But what is this age to the age that men lived to in former times? Enoch lived as many Years as there be days in the year,
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or Thomas Pars 160. years, or Johannes de Temporibus, John of the times, three hundred threescore and one years, to the long lives of the Patriarchs? and though in Davids time old age and seventy often shook hands,
or Thomas Pars 160. Years, or Johannes de Temporibus, John of the times, three hundred threescore and one Years, to the long lives of the Patriarchs? and though in Davids time old age and seventy often shook hands,
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Fourthly, The life of man is but short, if you compare it with the days of God, Psal. 39.5. Mine age is nothing before him, all time is nothing to eternity, mans life is but a minute, 'tis but a point of time to the days of eternity;
Fourthly, The life of man is but short, if you compare it with the days of God, Psalm 39.5. Mine age is nothing before him, all time is nothing to eternity, men life is but a minute, it's but a point of time to the days of eternity;
she casteth her feathers yearly, and so gets new, whereby her youth & strength is renewed, by which means she will live till she be an hundred years old, she dies not till her upper Bill be so grown over her under that she cannot take in her meat,
she Cast her Feathers yearly, and so gets new, whereby her youth & strength is renewed, by which means she will live till she be an hundred Years old, she die not till her upper Bill be so grown over her under that she cannot take in her meat,
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And why then should man be so weak, so vain, as to put the day of his death so far from him? I have read of the Birds of Norway, that they flye faster then the fowls of any other Country;
And why then should man be so weak, so vain, as to put the day of his death so Far from him? I have read of the Birds of Norway, that they fly faster then the fowls of any other Country;
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they knowing by an instinct that God has put into them, that the days in that Climate are very short (not above three hours long say some) do therefore make the more haste to their nests.
they knowing by an instinct that God has put into them, that the days in that Climate Are very short (not above three hours long say Some) do Therefore make the more haste to their nests.
And O! that all that hear me this day would learn by these birds of Norway, to make haste to believe and to make haste to repent and to make haste to love God,
And OH! that all that hear me this day would Learn by these Birds of Norway, to make haste to believe and to make haste to Repent and to make haste to love God,
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When the Emperor threatned the Philosopher with death, he replyed, what is that more then a Spanish flie may do? An ordinary flye flying casually into the mouth of the proud Pope Adrian stifled him, that made the highest state then in the Christian world stoop,
When the Emperor threatened the Philosopher with death, he replied, what is that more then a Spanish fly may do? an ordinary fly flying casually into the Mouth of the proud Pope Adrian stifled him, that made the highest state then in the Christian world stoop,
and one that was brother to a great Lord, playing at Tennis, received a blow with a ball a little above the right ear, which struck him into his grave.
and one that was brother to a great Lord, playing At tennis, received a blow with a ball a little above the right ear, which struck him into his grave.
The paring of a Toe, the cutting off a corn, the scratch of a nail, the prick of a pin, a fish-bone, a hair, a drop of water, a crum of bread, a bad air,
The paring of a Toe, the cutting off a corn, the scratch of a nail, the prick of a pin, a fishbone, a hair, a drop of water, a crumb of bred, a bad air,
I have read of the women in the Isle of Man, that the first Web they make is their winding sheet, wherwith they usually gird themselves when they go abroad, to shew that they are still mindful of their mortality.
I have read of the women in the Isle of Man, that the First Web they make is their winding sheet, wherewith they usually gird themselves when they go abroad, to show that they Are still mindful of their mortality.
and a begging that God would make him holy even as he is holy. But, Sixthly and lastly, Take heed of settling your selves under a leud and scandalous Ministry,
and a begging that God would make him holy even as he is holy. But, Sixthly and lastly, Take heed of settling your selves under a lewd and scandalous Ministry,
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there is no greater bar to holiness then Ministers leudness; an unholy life marrs the soundest and the sweetest Doctrine, Isa. 9.16. The leaders of his people have caused them to ert.
there is no greater bar to holiness then Ministers Lewdness; an unholy life mars the soundest and the Sweetest Doctrine, Isaiah 9.16. The leaders of his people have caused them to ert.
It was said of One (long since) that was an excellent Preacher, but a very bad liver, that when he was in the Pulpit, it was pitty he should ever come out of it, he preach't so well,
It was said of One (long since) that was an excellent Preacher, but a very bad liver, that when he was in the Pulpit, it was pity he should ever come out of it, he preached so well,
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The leud lives of such persons causes people to slight and abhor the holy things of God, 1 Sam. 2.17. yea their bad lives often raise doubts in their hearers hearts, whether those things be true that they preach or no;
The lewd lives of such Persons Causes people to slight and abhor the holy things of God, 1 Sam. 2.17. yea their bad lives often raise doubts in their hearers hearts, whither those things be true that they preach or no;
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why does he not practice what he preaches? why does he not do as well as say? and with what face or confidence can he appear against that in the Pulpit, which he countenanceth and patronizeth in his life;
why does he not practice what he Preaches? why does he not do as well as say? and with what face or confidence can he appear against that in the Pulpit, which he Countenanceth and patronizeth in his life;
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yea an Angel in the Pulpit, but a debauched sinner, yea an incarnate devil out of it? I have read of a woman, who living in professed doubt of the God-head,
yea an Angel in the Pulpit, but a debauched sinner, yea an incarnate Devil out of it? I have read of a woman, who living in professed doubt of the Godhead,
after better illumination and repentance, did often protest, that the vicious life of a great Schollar, under whose Ministry she did live, did conjure up those damnable doubts in her soul:
After better illumination and Repentance, did often protest, that the vicious life of a great Scholar, under whose Ministry she did live, did conjure up those damnable doubts in her soul:
Let a Minister be never so learned, solid, quaint, elegant, zealous, judicious, sententious, &c. yet if he be carnal, covetous, worldly, vain and loose in his life and conversation, his hearers will rather deride his doctrine,
Let a Minister be never so learned, solid, quaint, elegant, zealous, judicious, sententious, etc. yet if he be carnal, covetous, worldly, vain and lose in his life and Conversation, his hearers will rather deride his Doctrine,
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and to harden, strengthen, and encourage them in ways of wickedness, then the looseness of their lives, whose office binds them to look to the salvation of their souls, Mal. 2.8. Ye are departed out of the way, ye have caused many to stumble at the Law.
and to harden, strengthen, and encourage them in ways of wickedness, then the looseness of their lives, whose office binds them to look to the salvation of their Souls, Malachi 2.8. You Are departed out of the Way, you have caused many to Stumble At the Law.
Ministers whose lives are leud, though their parts may be high, are like a stone gutter that conveyeth water into a garden, but receiveth no benefit it self thereby;
Ministers whose lives Are lewd, though their parts may be high, Are like a stone gutter that conveyeth water into a garden, but receives no benefit it self thereby;
or like Porters at great mens gates, that let in others, but lodge without themselves; or like Sea-marks that rot themselves, and yet give others warning to avoid Shipwrack;
or like Porters At great men's gates, that let in Others, but lodge without themselves; or like Sea-marks that rot themselves, and yet give Others warning to avoid Shipwreck;
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and yet fall into it themselves, that give good counsel to others, and yet can't take good counsel themselves, that study and strive to bring others to heaven,
and yet fallen into it themselves, that give good counsel to Others, and yet can't take good counsel themselves, that study and strive to bring Others to heaven,
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go to thy closet, and fall down before the most high and holy God, and mourn bitterly over the unholiness of thy nature, the unholiness of thy heart, the unholiness of thy affections, the unholiness of thy intentions, the unholiness of thy resolutions, the unholyness of thy expressions,
go to thy closet, and fallen down before the most high and holy God, and mourn bitterly over the unholiness of thy nature, the unholiness of thy heart, the unholiness of thy affections, the unholiness of thy intentions, the unholiness of thy resolutions, the unholiness of thy expressions,
but they that weep not for sin here (where there are handerchiefs in the hands of Christ to wipe off their tears) shall weep out their eyes in hell hereafter;
but they that weep not for since Here (where there Are handerchiefs in the hands of christ to wipe off their tears) shall weep out their eyes in hell hereafter;
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Ah how hard is that heart that can, sadly lament and bewail the loss of a groat, a chick, a child, a sheep, a ship, a friend, &c. and yet can't let fall a tear to save a lost soul? Jacob weeps and prevails with God, Hosea 12.4. His tears made a happy conquest upon God;
Ah how hard is that heart that can, sadly lament and bewail the loss of a groat, a chick, a child, a sheep, a ship, a friend, etc. and yet can't let fallen a tear to save a lost soul? Jacob weeps and prevails with God, Hosea 12.4. His tears made a happy conquest upon God;
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Jacob weeps and prevailes with God for his life, and what dost thou know but that by thy penitential tears thou maist prevail with God for thy soul? he weeps and prevails with God for temporals,
Jacob weeps and prevails with God for his life, and what dost thou know but that by thy penitential tears thou Mayest prevail with God for thy soul? he weeps and prevails with God for temporals,
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he weeps and prevails with God for some outward happiness, and why maist not thou by weeping prevail with God for inward holiness? 'Tis an old observation, that the tears of repenting sinners, are the wine of Angels.
he weeps and prevails with God for Some outward happiness, and why Mayest not thou by weeping prevail with God for inward holiness? It's an old observation, that the tears of repenting Sinners, Are the wine of Angels.
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Certainly God himself can smile to see a sinner grieve for his sins, and to see him grieve that he can grieve no more, for that he has sinned against a God so great,
Certainly God himself can smile to see a sinner grieve for his Sins, and to see him grieve that he can grieve no more, for that he has sinned against a God so great,
A sinner never looks so sweetly, as when he weeps most penitentially, witness Mary Magdalen, Manasseh, and those murderers of Christ, Acts 2. A sinners face never shines so beautiful,
A sinner never looks so sweetly, as when he weeps most penitentially, witness Marry Magdalen, Manasses, and those murderers of christ, Acts 2. A Sinners face never shines so beautiful,
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Penitent tears are divine Ambassadors, that never return from the throne of grace without answers of grace, Isa. 38.5. Peter said nothing, but went out and wept bitterly, and obtained mercy, Mat. 26. ult. Tears are a kind of silent prayers, that will at last prevail for mercy.
Penitent tears Are divine ambassadors, that never return from the throne of grace without answers of grace, Isaiah 38.5. Peter said nothing, but went out and wept bitterly, and obtained mercy, Mathew 26. ult. Tears Are a kind of silent Prayers, that will At last prevail for mercy.
Naaman the Syrian was cleansed of his leprosie by the waters of Jordan; penitential tears may do much towards the cleansing of thy leprous soul from sin;
Naaman the Syrian was cleansed of his leprosy by the waters of Jordan; penitential tears may do much towards the cleansing of thy leprous soul from since;
the spirit is the efficient cause of all that holiness that is in the world. The Spirit of God is a Spirit of holiness, Rom. 1.4. he is frequently called the holy Spirit, Cast me not away from thy presence, and take not thy holy spirit from me, Psal. 5.11. But they rebelled and vexed his holy spirit, Isa. 63.10. And grieve not the holy spirit of God whereby ye are sealed unto the day of redemption, Eph. 4.30. He therefore that despiseth, despiseth not man, but God, who hath also given unto us his holy Spirit, 1 Thes. 4.8. In whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed by the holy spirit of promise, Eph. 1.13.
the Spirit is the efficient cause of all that holiness that is in the world. The Spirit of God is a Spirit of holiness, Rom. 1.4. he is frequently called the holy Spirit, Cast me not away from thy presence, and take not thy holy Spirit from me, Psalm 5.11. But they rebelled and vexed his holy Spirit, Isaiah 63.10. And grieve not the holy Spirit of God whereby you Are sealed unto the day of redemption, Ephesians 4.30. He Therefore that despises, despises not man, but God, who hath also given unto us his holy Spirit, 1 Thebes 4.8. In whom also After that you believed, you were sealed by the holy Spirit of promise, Ephesians 1.13.
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and it can be done by none but by the holy spirit; sanctification is made the spirits personal operation in that 2 Thess. 2.13. and in that 1 Pet. 1.2. 'Tis the great work of the spirit to shape, form, and fashion the new creature holiness in all the vessels of glory.
and it can be done by none but by the holy Spirit; sanctification is made the spirits personal operation in that 2 Thess 2.13. and in that 1 Pet. 1.2. It's the great work of the Spirit to shape, from, and fashion the new creature holiness in all the vessels of glory.
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till this holy Spirit which is a spirit of judgement and burning, falls upon the hearts of sinners, they will never be fired out of their pride, formality, carnality, sensuality and security;
till this holy Spirit which is a Spirit of judgement and burning, falls upon the hearts of Sinners, they will never be fired out of their pride, formality, carnality, sensuality and security;
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O let him do justice upon every sin, upon every open sin, upon every secret sin, upon every bosom sin, upon every pleasing sin, and upon every gainful sin;
Oh let him do Justice upon every since, upon every open since, upon every secret since, upon every bosom since, upon every pleasing since, and upon every gainful since;
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When David asked counsel of God, whether he should goe up against th• Philistins or no, he received this answer, When thou hearest the noise of one going in the top of the Mulbery-trees, then remove, for then shall the Lord go out before thee to smite the Philistines.
When David asked counsel of God, whither he should go up against th• philistines or no, he received this answer, When thou Hearst the noise of one going in the top of the Mulberry trees, then remove, for then shall the Lord go out before thee to smite the philistines.
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So should every one wisely observe, when the Spirit sweetly and strongly moves them to mind holiness, to fall in love with holiness, to press after holiness;
So should every one wisely observe, when the Spirit sweetly and strongly moves them to mind holiness, to fallen in love with holiness, to press After holiness;
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least the Spirit never move thee more, nor never strive with thee more, Gen. 6.3. Oh when thou hearest a voice within thee, or a voice behind thee, saying, Come with me from Lebanon, my sister, my spouse, &c. Come away from thy cups, thou drunken wretch;
lest the Spirit never move thee more, nor never strive with thee more, Gen. 6.3. O when thou Hearst a voice within thee, or a voice behind thee, saying, Come with me from Lebanon, my sister, my spouse, etc. Come away from thy cups, thou drunken wretch;
Oh therefore don't grieve the Spirit, don't cross the Spirit, don't vex the Spirit, don't tempt the Spirit, don't quench the Spirit, don't oppose the Spirit, don't resist the Spirit, don't deal harshly or unkindly with the Spirit, by sinning against illumination, conviction, resolutions and promises of reformation:
O Therefore don't grieve the Spirit, don't across the Spirit, don't vex the Spirit, don't tempt the Spirit, don't quench the Spirit, don't oppose the Spirit, don't resist the Spirit, don't deal harshly or unkindly with the Spirit, by sinning against illumination, conviction, resolutions and promises of Reformation:
And for their sakes, &c. I sanctifie my selfe, that they also might be sanctified through the truth, ver. 19. So Chap. 15.3. Now ye are cleane through the word which I have spoken to you.
And for their sakes, etc. I sanctify my self, that they also might be sanctified through the truth, ver. 19. So Chap. 15.3. Now you Are clean through the word which I have spoken to you.
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As there is a cleansing vertue in the blood of Christ, 1 John 1.7. so there is a cleansing vertue in the word of Christ; Psal. 119.9. Wherewithall shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word.
As there is a cleansing virtue in the blood of christ, 1 John 1.7. so there is a cleansing virtue in the word of christ; Psalm 119.9. Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his Way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word.
but the word can wash them out. Three thousand sinners were made Saints by one Sermon, Acts 2.41. and five thousand more were converted and sanctified by another Sermon, Chap. 4.4. Here were eight thousand men cleansed, sanctified, and saved by two Sermons, and doubtless most of them were young.
but the word can wash them out. Three thousand Sinners were made Saints by one Sermon, Acts 2.41. and five thousand more were converted and sanctified by Another Sermon, Chap. 4.4. Here were eight thousand men cleansed, sanctified, and saved by two Sermons, and doubtless most of them were young.
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and from the power of Satan to Jesus Christ, Acts 26.16, — 24. The Gospel preached hath been the power of God to the salvation of multitudes of souls, Rom. 1.16.
and from the power of Satan to jesus christ, Acts 26.16, — 24. The Gospel preached hath been the power of God to the salvation of Multitudes of Souls, Rom. 1.16.
The word is that immortall seed, by which holiness, which is not only a grace, but the conjunction of all graces, is formed in the soule, 1 Pet. 1.23. 'Tis the word that gives a spiritual Birth and Being to men, Gal. 4.19. The word enlightens the eye, Psal. 119.105. It softens the heart, Deut. 32.2. It purges the conscience, and it converts the soule, Psal. 19.7. It dethrones Satan, it casts downe strong holds, 2 Cor. 10.4, 5. It quickens the dull, Psal. 119.50.
The word is that immortal seed, by which holiness, which is not only a grace, but the conjunction of all graces, is formed in the soul, 1 Pet. 1.23. It's the word that gives a spiritual Birth and Being to men, Gal. 4.19. The word enlightens the eye, Psalm 119.105. It softens the heart, Deuteronomy 32.2. It purges the conscience, and it converts the soul, Psalm 19.7. It dethrones Satan, it Cast down strong holds, 2 Cor. 10.4, 5. It quickens the dull, Psalm 119.50.
Come, saith old Father Latimer (in a Sermon before King Edward the Sixt) to the publick meeting, though thou comest to sleepe, it may be God may take thee napping.
Come, Says old Father Latimer (in a Sermon before King Edward the Sixt) to the public meeting, though thou Comest to sleep, it may be God may take thee napping.
the word of the Lord was as much the word of the Lord, in the hand and mouth of Amos, who was raised a Prophet from amongst the Heardsmen of Tekoa, as it was the word of the Lord in the hand and mouth of Isaiah, who,
the word of the Lord was as much the word of the Lord, in the hand and Mouth of Amos, who was raised a Prophet from among the Herdsmen of Tekoa, as it was the word of the Lord in the hand and Mouth of Isaiah, who,
like Gideons sleece, you are still dry, yet come to the word still, for who can tell but that by the very next Sermon, God may make thy soule like a watered garden,
like Gideons sleece, you Are still dry, yet come to the word still, for who can tell but that by the very next Sermon, God may make thy soul like a watered garden,
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It is reported of young King Edward the Sixth, that being about to lay hold on some thing that was above the reach of his short Arme, one that stood by espying a great Boss'd Bible lying on the Table, offered to lay that under his feete to heighten him,
It is reported of young King Edward the Sixth, that being about to lay hold on Some thing that was above the reach of his short Arm, one that stood by espying a great Bossed bible lying on the Table, offered to lay that under his feet to heighten him,
As Socrates made it his business to better others by his company, so a holy man will make it his business to make others holy by his counsell, prayers, and example;
As Socrates made it his business to better Others by his company, so a holy man will make it his business to make Others holy by his counsel, Prayers, and Exampl;
Look as the beginning of ungodliness is to keep Company with those that are ungodly, so the beginning of holiness is to keep company with those that are holy:
Look as the beginning of ungodliness is to keep Company with those that Are ungodly, so the beginning of holiness is to keep company with those that Are holy:
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Ah sinners, sinners, there are no companions in the world that will pitty you as these, that will weep and mourn over you as these, that will strive and wrestle with God for you as these, there are none that will be so tender of your salvation as these,
Ah Sinners, Sinners, there Are no Sodales in the world that will pity you as these, that will weep and mourn over you as these, that will strive and wrestle with God for you as these, there Are none that will be so tender of your salvation as these,
nor none that will labour so much for your conversion as these, nor none that will so spend themselves to prevent your damnation as these, 2 Cor. 12.15.
nor none that will labour so much for your conversion as these, nor none that will so spend themselves to prevent your damnation as these, 2 Cor. 12.15.
and why then will you not labour to be one of this society? Oh Sirs, of all fellowships the fellowship of Saints is the most noble, the most honorable, the most pleasant, the most amiable, the most desireable, the most profitable, and the most commendable fellowship;
and why then will you not labour to be one of this society? O Sirs, of all fellowships the fellowship of Saints is the most noble, the most honourable, the most pleasant, the most amiable, the most desirable, the most profitable, and the most commendable fellowship;
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and why then will you still live strangers, yea enemies to this fellow•hip? Ah Sirs, holy men will still be awakening and alarming of your drowsie spirits, they will be still a knocking at the doore of your hearts,
and why then will you still live Strangers, yea enemies to this fellow•hip? Ah Sirs, holy men will still be awakening and alarming of your drowsy spirits, they will be still a knocking At the door of your hearts,
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Oh sinners, did you but experience for one day the sweete and happinesse of the communion of Saints, you would then cry out, Oh there is no society to the society of Gods holy ones.
O Sinners, did you but experience for one day the sweet and happiness of the communion of Saints, you would then cry out, O there is no society to the society of God's holy ones.
and when the terrours of death were upon you, how frequently in those dayes did you solemnly vow and promise, that by the strength and assistance of the Lord, you would break off your sins by repentance,
and when the terrors of death were upon you, how frequently in those days did you solemnly Voelli and promise, that by the strength and assistance of the Lord, you would break off your Sins by Repentance,
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I have sworne and I will performe it, that I will keep thy righteous Judgments, (a religious vow is nothing else but a solemn promise or oath, whereby a man engages himselfe to the great God, that he will decline such wayes, means,
I have sworn and I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous Judgments, (a religious Voelli is nothing Else but a solemn promise or oath, whereby a man engages himself to the great God, that he will decline such ways, means,
and methods, as lead to wickedness, and that he will set in good earnest upon the practice of all the wayes and means of holiness, by the strength and assistance of divine grace) so you have by many vowes and promises engaged your selves to cast off the workes of darkness, and to put on the Armour of light, sutable to the Apostles exhortation.
and methods, as led to wickedness, and that he will Set in good earnest upon the practice of all the ways and means of holiness, by the strength and assistance of divine grace) so you have by many vows and promises engaged your selves to cast off the works of darkness, and to put on the Armour of Light, suitable to the Apostles exhortation.
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If good Jacob who is called the father of vowes, was so backward to pay his vowes, that God was forced, not only to round him in the eare againe and againe, with a goe up to Bethel,
If good Jacob who is called the father of vows, was so backward to pay his vows, that God was forced, not only to round him in the ear again and again, with a go up to Bethel,
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and when terrours of conscience have been strong upon them, O what repentance, O what reformation, O what amendment have they promised in those dayes,
and when terrors of conscience have been strong upon them, Oh what Repentance, Oh what Reformation, Oh what amendment have they promised in those days,
In the time of the great Sweat in King Edwards dayes, as long as the heate of the plague lasted, O how did every one cry out, peccavi, peccavi, I have sinned, I have sinned, mercy Lord, O mercy, mercy good Lord.
In the time of the great Sweat in King Edwards days, as long as the heat of the plague lasted, Oh how did every one cry out, peccavi, peccavi, I have sinned, I have sinned, mercy Lord, Oh mercy, mercy good Lord.
Then Lords and Ladies, and people of all sorts, cryed out to the Ministers, for the Lords sake, Sirs, tell us what shall we doe to avoyd the wrath of the Lord? what shall we doe to be safe in this evill day? O take these bags and pay so much to such a one whom I have deceived,
Then lords and Ladies, and people of all sorts, cried out to the Ministers, for the lords sake, Sirs, tell us what shall we do to avoid the wrath of the Lord? what shall we do to be safe in this evil day? O take these bags and pay so much to such a one whom I have deceived,
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There was a very great sinner, who in the time of his sickness was so sorely terrified in his conscience for his many hainous sins, that he made the very bed to shake upon which he lay,
There was a very great sinner, who in the time of his sickness was so sorely terrified in his conscience for his many heinous Sins, that he made the very Bed to shake upon which he lay,
and cryed out all night long, I am damn'd, I am damn'd, I am damn'd, &c. and in this his sickness he made many great protestations of amendment of life,
and cried out all night long, I am damned, I am damned, I am damned, etc. and in this his sickness he made many great protestations of amendment of life,
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You count it a very shamefull thing to break promise or covenant with men, but is it not farre more shamefull to break with God? The Egyptians (though Heathens) so hated perjury, that if any man did but swear by the life of the King,
You count it a very shameful thing to break promise or Covenant with men, but is it not Far more shameful to break with God? The egyptians (though heathens) so hated perjury, that if any man did but swear by the life of the King,
Covenant-breaking was a sin greatly detested and abhorred among the very Heathens, and shall Christians make nothing of breaking their vows, promises,
Covenant-breaking was a since greatly detested and abhorred among the very heathens, and shall Christians make nothing of breaking their vows, promises,
Christ left his Fathers bosome, and all the glory of heaven for the good of souls, he assumed the nature of man for the happiness of the soul of man, be trod the wine-press of his Fathers wrath for souls, he wept for souls, he sweat for souls, he prayed for souls, he payd for souls,
christ left his Father's bosom, and all the glory of heaven for the good of Souls, he assumed the nature of man for the happiness of the soul of man, be trod the winepress of his Father's wrath for Souls, he wept for Souls, he sweat for Souls, he prayed for Souls, he paid for Souls,
or mountaines of gold, or the price of Cleopatra's draught, to the price that Christ laid downe for souls? 1 Pet. 1.18, 19. Christ made himself an offering for sin, that souls might not be undone by sin, the Lord dyed that slaves may live, the Son dyes that servants may live, the naturall Son dyes that adopted sons may live, the only begotten Son dyes that bastards may live,
or Mountains of gold, or the price of Cleopatra's draught, to the price that christ laid down for Souls? 1 Pet. 1.18, 19. christ made himself an offering for since, that Souls might not be undone by since, the Lord died that slaves may live, the Son dies that Servants may live, the natural Son dies that adopted Sons may live, the only begotten Son dies that bastards may live,
and the precious ordinances which God hath appointed as meanes, both to convert and to feed the soul, doe all speak out the preciousness and excellency of the soule.
and the precious ordinances which God hath appointed as means, both to convert and to feed the soul, do all speak out the preciousness and excellency of the soul.
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but a blast, a Sun-shine-houre, a puff of winde, a magnum nihil, a great nothing? and who then would spend an houres time to secure it? neare and deare relations cannot,
but a blast, a Sun-shine-houre, a puff of wind, a magnum nihil, a great nothing? and who then would spend an hours time to secure it? near and deer relations cannot,
O Sirs, if the serious consideration of the preciousness and worth of your souls, will not draw you out to study holiness, to love holiness, to prize holiness,
O Sirs, if the serious consideration of the preciousness and worth of your Souls, will not draw you out to study holiness, to love holiness, to prize holiness,
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and to press after holiness, what will? O Sirs, 'tis only holiness that is the happiness of the soul, the safety and security of the soul, the prosperity and felicity of the soul,
and to press After holiness, what will? O Sirs, it's only holiness that is the happiness of the soul, the safety and security of the soul, the Prosperity and felicity of the soul,
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and therefore why should you not labour, as for life, after this inestimable Jewel holiness? O let the remembrance of the preciousness of your souls, be an effectuall means to draw you to heare that you may be holy,
and Therefore why should you not labour, as for life, After this inestimable Jewel holiness? O let the remembrance of the preciousness of your Souls, be an effectual means to draw you to hear that you may be holy,
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O doe not poyson your precious souls by gross enormities, O doe not starve your souls by the omission of religious duties, O doe not murther and damne your souls, by turning your backs upon holy Ordinances.
Oh do not poison your precious Souls by gross enormities, Oh do not starve your Souls by the omission of religious duties, Oh do not murder and damn your Souls, by turning your backs upon holy Ordinances.
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so there are many men now so mad upon the world, and so bewitcht with the world, that they never mind, they never regard their poor souls, till they come to fall under everlasting burnings,
so there Are many men now so mad upon the world, and so bewitched with the world, that they never mind, they never regard their poor Souls, till they come to fallen under everlasting burnings,
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and then they cry out, O our souls, O our poor souls, O that we had been wise for our souls, O that we had got holiness for our souls, O that we had made sure worke for our souls,
and then they cry out, Oh our Souls, Oh our poor Souls, Oh that we had been wise for our Souls, Oh that we had god holiness for our Souls, Oh that we had made sure work for our Souls,
If he be rather a monster then a man, that feasts his slave, but starves his wife, what shall we say of those that pamper their bodies but starve their souls,
If he be rather a monster then a man, that feasts his slave, but starves his wife, what shall we say of those that pamper their bodies but starve their Souls,
and that have thred-bare souls under silke and sattin Cloaths, and that please themselves with deformed souls under beautifull faces? surely it had been good for these that they had never been born.
and that have threadbare Souls under silk and satin Clothes, and that please themselves with deformed Souls under beautiful faces? surely it had been good for these that they had never been born.
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I have read of a Scythian Captain, who having for a draught of water yeelded up the City, cryed out, Quid perdidi? quid prodidi? What have I lost? what have I betrayed? So all unholy persons will at last cry out, we have betrayed our immortall souls, we have lost a precious Father, we have lost a deare Redeemer, we have lost the company of glorious Angels, we have lost the society of the spirits of just men made perfect,
I have read of a Scythian Captain, who having for a draught of water yielded up the city, cried out, Quid perdidi? quid prodidi? What have I lost? what have I betrayed? So all unholy Persons will At last cry out, we have betrayed our immortal Souls, we have lost a precious Father, we have lost a deer Redeemer, we have lost the company of glorious Angels, we have lost the society of the spirits of just men made perfect,
notwithstanding the greatness and multiplicity of the affairs of Princes, yet they were diligently to read the word, Deut. 17.19. And it shall be with him, and he shall read therein all the days of his life, that he may learn to fear the Lord his God, to keep all the words of this Law and these Statutes, to do them.
notwithstanding the greatness and Multiplicity of the affairs of Princes, yet they were diligently to read the word, Deuteronomy 17.19. And it shall be with him, and he shall read therein all the days of his life, that he may Learn to Fear the Lord his God, to keep all the words of this Law and these Statutes, to do them.
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Alphonsus King of Arragon hath been highly extolled for reading the Scriptures fourteen times over, with glosses and expositions, notwithstanding his great publike employments.
Alphonsus King of Aragon hath been highly extolled for reading the Scriptures fourteen times over, with Glosses and expositions, notwithstanding his great public employments.
And 'tis very observable, that the Eunuch was reading the Scripture, when Philip was commanded, by Commission from the Holy Ghost, to joyn himself to his Chariot,
And it's very observable, that the Eunuch was reading the Scripture, when Philip was commanded, by Commission from the Holy Ghost, to join himself to his Chariot,
And Junius was converted by the reading of that first of John, In the beginning was the Word, &c. being amazed with the strange majesty of the stile, and the profound misteries therein contained.
And Junius was converted by the reading of that First of John, In the beginning was the Word, etc. being amazed with the strange majesty of the style, and the profound Mysteres therein contained.
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and taking up the Bible, the first passage of Scripture that he cast his eyes upon, was that Rom. 13.13, 14. Let us walk honestly as in the day, not in gluttony and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying.
and taking up the bible, the First passage of Scripture that he cast his eyes upon, was that Rom. 13.13, 14. Let us walk honestly as in the day, not in gluttony and Drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying.
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and no sooner had he read the verses, but the work of conversion was finished, and pious resolutions for a through reformation of life was settled in him.
and no sooner had he read the Verses, but the work of conversion was finished, and pious resolutions for a through Reformation of life was settled in him.
The Gospel read is sometimes the power of God to salvation, as well as the Gospel heard, Rom. 1.16. Cyprian confesseth that he was converted from Idolatry and Negromancy by hearing the history of the Prophet Jonas read and expounded by Cecilius, whom therefore he calleth the father of his new life:
The Gospel read is sometime the power of God to salvation, as well as the Gospel herd, Rom. 1.16. Cyprian Confesses that he was converted from Idolatry and necromancy by hearing the history of the Prophet Jonah read and expounded by Cecilius, whom Therefore he calls the father of his new life:
I have read of a scandalous Minister that was struck at the heart and converted in reading that Rom. 2.21, 22. Thou therefore which teachest another, teachest thou not thy self? thou that preachest a man should not steal, doest thou steal? Thou that sayest a man should not commit adultery, doest thou commit adultery? thou that abhorrest Idols, doest thou commit sacriledge? There is a Schollar now alive, who being perswaded by an honest poor man, to leave reading of Poetry,
I have read of a scandalous Minister that was struck At the heart and converted in reading that Rom. 2.21, 22. Thou Therefore which Teachest Another, Teachest thou not thy self? thou that Preachest a man should not steal, dost thou steal? Thou that Sayest a man should not commit adultery, dost thou commit adultery? thou that Abhorrest Idols, dost thou commit sacrilege? There is a Scholar now alive, who being persuaded by an honest poor man, to leave reading of Poetry,
and to search after the heavenly treasures that are laid up in them, as men search for Gold and silver in the Oar. And Paul charges Timothy that he gives attendance to reading;
and to search After the heavenly treasures that Are laid up in them, as men search for Gold and silver in the Oar. And Paul charges Timothy that he gives attendance to reading;
and the Bereans for reading and searching of the Scriptures are stiled more noble then the Jews of Thessalonica, or as the Greek has it, they were better born and bred, they were better Gentlemen, they were of a more noble and ingenious disposition (though they did belong to the Country Town of Barea ) then the Thessalonians were who dwelt in the rich and stately City of Thessalonica: sometimes there is more true nobility and ingenuity under a Russet coat,
and the Bereans for reading and searching of the Scriptures Are styled more noble then the jews of Thessalonica, or as the Greek has it, they were better born and bred, they were better Gentlemen, they were of a more noble and ingenious disposition (though they did belong to the Country Town of Barea) then the Thessalonians were who dwelled in the rich and stately city of Thessalonica: sometime there is more true Nobilt and ingenuity under a Russet coat,
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The Holy Ghost gives a very large Encomium & high commendation of the Scriptures, in that 2 Tim. 3.15. And that from a child thou hast known the holy Scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation, through faith which is in Christ Jesus.
The Holy Ghost gives a very large Encomium & high commendation of the Scriptures, in that 2 Tim. 3.15. And that from a child thou hast known the holy Scriptures, which Are able to make thee wise unto salvation, through faith which is in christ jesus.
the Article NONLATINALPHABET there is very emphatical, and 'tis used by the Holy Ghost to distinguish these sacred writings from all prophane writings,
the Article there is very emphatical, and it's used by the Holy Ghost to distinguish these sacred writings from all profane writings,
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2. They are holy in respect of the Pen-men, who were holy men of God, 2 Pet. 1.21. 3. They are holy in respect of their matter, they treat of the holy things of God, a vein of holiness runs through every line of Scripture;
2. They Are holy in respect of the Penmen, who were holy men of God, 2 Pet. 1.21. 3. They Are holy in respect of their matter, they Treat of the holy things of God, a vein of holiness runs through every line of Scripture;
and all the men on earth can't tell to the contrary, but that thou mayest be made holy even by reading of the holy word, the Holy Ghost is a free Agent,
and all the men on earth can't tell to the contrary, but that thou Mayest be made holy even by reading of the holy word, the Holy Ghost is a free Agent,
and why then will you not read them? Count Anhalt (that princely preacher) was wont to say that the Scriptures were Christs swadling bands, the child Jesus being to be found almost in every page, in every verse, and in every line;
and why then will you not read them? Count Anhalt (that princely preacher) was wont to say that the Scriptures were Christ swaddling bans, the child jesus being to be found almost in every page, in every verse, and in every line;
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Oh who would not therefore be often in looking upon and in handling of these swadling bands? O sirs, there are no histories that are comparable to the histories of the Scripture. First, For Antiquity;
O who would not Therefore be often in looking upon and in handling of these swaddling bans? O Sirs, there Are no histories that Are comparable to the histories of the Scripture. First, For Antiquity;
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Moses is found more antient then all those whom the Grecians make most ancient, as Homer, Hesiod, and Jupiter himself, whom the Greeks have seated in the top of their divinity. Secondly, For rarity. Thirdly, For brevity;
Moses is found more ancient then all those whom the Greeks make most ancient, as Homer, Hesiod, and Jupiter himself, whom the Greeks have seated in the top of their divinity. Secondly, For rarity. Thirdly, For brevity;
'Twas a true saying of Augustin (Inclinavis Deus Scripturas, ad infantium & lactentium capacitatem,) That God hath bowed down the Scriptures to the capacities even of Babes and Sucklings. Fifthly, For harmony;
'Twas a true saying of Augustin (Inclinavis Deus Scripturas, ad Infantium & lactentium capacitatem,) That God hath bowed down the Scriptures to the capacities even of Babes and Sucklings. Fifthly, For harmony;
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though there may seem to be a contrariety between Scripture and Scripture, yet there is a blessed harmony between all the parts of Scripture, the contrariety is seeming, not real;
though there may seem to be a contrariety between Scripture and Scripture, yet there is a blessed harmony between all the parts of Scripture, the contrariety is seeming, not real;
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but a perfect harmony, and a full and sweet consent and agreement between one place and another, between text and text, Scripture and Scripture. Sixthly, For verity;
but a perfect harmony, and a full and sweet consent and agreement between one place and Another, between text and text, Scripture and Scripture. Sixthly, For verity;
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the Scriptures are most sure and certain, heaven and earth shall pass away, before one jot or tittle of the Scripture shall pass unfulfilled. Seventhly, For variety;
the Scriptures Are most sure and certain, heaven and earth shall pass away, before one jot or tittle of the Scripture shall pass unfulfilled. Seventhly, For variety;
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or sands on the Sea shore, &c. may be truly asserted of the holy Scriptures; there are many thousand thousand varieties in this garden of Paradise, the Scripture.
or sands on the Sea shore, etc. may be truly asserted of the holy Scriptures; there Are many thousand thousand varieties in this garden of Paradise, the Scripture.
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but that which they vainly attribute to these things for bodily good, may safely and honorably be attributed to the blessed Scriptures in a spiritual manner;
but that which they vainly attribute to these things for bodily good, may safely and honorably be attributed to the blessed Scriptures in a spiritual manner;
Oh how should the consideration of all these things, work you to be much in reading of the holy Scriptures? if you will but make trial, you should be sure to finde in them stories more true, more various, more pleasant, more profitable,
O how should the consideration of all these things, work you to be much in reading of the holy Scriptures? if you will but make trial, you should be sure to find in them stories more true, more various, more pleasant, more profitable,
and such precious happinesses as cannot be valued, and if all this wo••t draw you to read the holy Scriptures conscientiously and frequently, I know not what will.
and such precious Happinesses as cannot be valued, and if all this wo••t draw you to read the holy Scriptures conscientiously and frequently, I know not what will.
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Well if all this will not prevail with you to be much in reading of the Scriptures, consider, that Agesilaus an excellent King of Sparta would never go to bed,
Well if all this will not prevail with you to be much in reading of the Scriptures, Consider, that Agesilaus an excellent King of Sparta would never go to Bed,
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And Scipio Africanus was much commended, for that he usually had in his hands the books of Xenophon: But, Oh how much more commendable will it be for you to have always in your hands the book of God? Alphonsus had always in his bosom the commentaries of Caesar, and he was so much delighted with the history of Titus Livius, that he once commanded certain Musitians that were very skilful in that Art, to depart his presence, saying, he could read a more pleasant story out of Livius; Alas what are Livius his stories to the blessed stories that be in the Bible? Oh sirs,
And Scipio Africanus was much commended, for that he usually had in his hands the books of Xenophon: But, O how much more commendable will it be for you to have always in your hands the book of God? Alphonsus had always in his bosom the commentaries of Caesar, and he was so much delighted with the history of Titus Livius, that he once commanded certain Musicians that were very skilful in that Art, to depart his presence, saying, he could read a more pleasant story out of Livius; Alas what Are Livius his stories to the blessed stories that be in the bible? O Sirs,
And if Julius Scaliger thought twelve verses in Lucan better then the German Empire; O then of what infinite worth and value is the blessed Scripture!
And if Julius Scaliger Thought twelve Verses in Lucan better then the Germane Empire; Oh then of what infinite worth and valve is the blessed Scripture!
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shall Heathens take such pleasure in reading of the Works of Heathens, and shall not Christians take as much pleasure in reading of the holy Scriptures, wherein there is so much of the Spirit, hand,
shall heathens take such pleasure in reading of the Works of heathens, and shall not Christians take as much pleasure in reading of the holy Scriptures, wherein there is so much of the Spirit, hand,
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Fourthly, Though it be lawfull to reade other mens holy works, yet the holy Scriptures must still have the preheminence, they must be firstly, chiefly, and mostly read;
Fourthly, Though it be lawful to read other men's holy works, yet the holy Scriptures must still have the pre-eminence, they must be firstly, chiefly, and mostly read;
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yea all Pagans have highly valued the Laws of their Legislators, and shall not Christians much more set an high esteeme upon the holy Scriptures, which are the Map of Gods mercy and mans misery, the touchstone of truth, the shop of remedies against all maladies, the Hammer of vices,
yea all Pagans have highly valued the Laws of their Legislators, and shall not Christians much more Set an high esteem upon the holy Scriptures, which Are the Map of God's mercy and men misery, the touchstone of truth, the shop of remedies against all maladies, the Hammer of vices,
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Ah Sirs, it may be that there are but a few weeks, nay a few dayes, peradventure but a few houres, between your souls and eternity, between your souls and everlasting burnings, between your souls and a devouring fire, between your souls and damnation,
Ah Sirs, it may be that there Are but a few weeks, nay a few days, Peradventure but a few hours, between your Souls and eternity, between your Souls and everlasting burnings, between your Souls and a devouring fire, between your Souls and damnation,
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oh tell him that he has said, that he will sprinkle clean water upon you, and that ye shall be clean from all your filthiness, and that from all your Idols he will cleanse you, &c. Oh tell him,
o tell him that he has said, that he will sprinkle clean water upon you, and that you shall be clean from all your filthiness, and that from all your Idols he will cleanse you, etc. O tell him,
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Fourthly, Tell him that he has made such who were once notorious in wickedness to become eminent in holiness, witness Manasses, Mary Magdalen, Paul, the murderers of Christ,
Fourthly, Tell him that he has made such who were once notorious in wickedness to become eminent in holiness, witness Manasses, Marry Magdalen, Paul, the murderers of christ,
and how then can it stand with his honour to deny it to them that seek it? surely if he has been found of them that sought him not, he will not hide himselfe from them that seek him, Isa. 65.1, 2.
and how then can it stand with his honour to deny it to them that seek it? surely if he has been found of them that sought him not, he will not hide himself from them that seek him, Isaiah 65.1, 2.
Sixthly, Tell him that thou hadst rather that he should deny thee any thing, then that he should deny thee holiness, say to him, Lord, health is the Prince of outward mercies,
Sixthly, Tell him that thou Hadst rather that he should deny thee any thing, then that he should deny thee holiness, say to him, Lord, health is the Prince of outward Mercies,
Eighthly, Tell him that thou art unwilling to be miserable for ever, tell him that thou canst not bare the thoughts of an eternall separation from him,
Eighthly, Tell him that thou art unwilling to be miserable for ever, tell him that thou Canst not bore the thoughts of an Eternal separation from him,
oh tell him, that thy want of holiness is now thy greatest hell, tell him that thou art now fully resolved to give him no rest, till he has changed thy heart,
o tell him, that thy want of holiness is now thy greatest hell, tell him that thou art now Fully resolved to give him no rest, till he has changed thy heart,
It is observable amongst the worst of men, the Turks, yea amongst the worst of Turks, the Moores, that by their Law it is a just exception against any witness, that he hath not prayed six times every natural day, it being a usual custome with them to pray for day before the day brake,
It is observable among the worst of men, the Turks, yea among the worst of Turks, the Moors, that by their Law it is a just exception against any witness, that he hath not prayed six times every natural day, it being a usual custom with them to pray for day before the day brake,
Object. But the prayers of the wicked are an abomination to the Lord, Pro. 15.8. Chap. 28.9. and he casts their sacrifices as dung in their faces, Isa. 1.11. — 16. Ch. 58.1.
Object. But the Prayers of the wicked Are an abomination to the Lord, Pro 15.8. Chap. 28.9. and he Cast their Sacrifices as dung in their faces, Isaiah 1.11. — 16. Christ 58.1.
yea when they are Theologically evil, 2 Chron. 25.2. Amaziah did that which was perfect in the sight of the Lord (as to the matter) but not with a perfect or sincere heart;
yea when they Are Theologically evil, 2 Chronicles 25.2. Amaziah did that which was perfect in the sighed of the Lord (as to the matter) but not with a perfect or sincere heart;
the sloathfull servant was not cast into utter darkness for rioting out his Talent, but for not improving of his Talent. Math. 25.30. That the prayers of a wicked man are not formally good, must be granted, yea that they are abominable and ineffectual, cannot be denied;
the slothful servant was not cast into utter darkness for rioting out his Talon, but for not improving of his Talon. Math. 25.30. That the Prayers of a wicked man Are not formally good, must be granted, yea that they Are abominable and ineffectual, cannot be denied;
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now of two sins, whereupon, not God, but a mans selfe hath inevitably put him to commit one of them, he must chuse the least, he must chuse rather to sin in the manner, in not doing of it so well as he should,
now of two Sins, whereupon, not God, but a men self hath inevitably put him to commit one of them, he must choose the least, he must choose rather to sin in the manner, in not doing of it so well as he should,
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partial disobedience is no disobedience to that which is total; That wife that totally disobeys her husband, and that child that totally disobeys the father,
partial disobedience is no disobedience to that which is total; That wife that totally disobeys her husband, and that child that totally disobeys the father,
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not only the prayers of the wicked, but also the plowings of the wicked are sin, not only the spiritual but also the natural and civil actions of a wicked man are sin;
not only the Prayers of the wicked, but also the plowings of the wicked Are sin, not only the spiritual but also the natural and civil actions of a wicked man Are since;
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and therefore according to their arguing, a wicked man must not exercise himselfe in his calling, in his plowing and sowing, &c. because that his civil actions are sinfull as well as his religious,
and Therefore according to their arguing, a wicked man must not exercise himself in his calling, in his plowing and sowing, etc. Because that his civil actions Are sinful as well as his religious,
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Fourthly, This objection lyes as strong against wicked mens natural actions, viz. their eating, drinking, and sleeping, &c. as it do's against their praying;
Fourthly, This objection lies as strong against wicked men's natural actions, viz. their eating, drinking, and sleeping, etc. as it do's against their praying;
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Now there is not a wicked man on earth, that do's or can eate o• drink, &c. to divine glory, he do's not nor cannot set up the glory of God as the chiefe and ultimate end of his natural and common actions.
Now there is not a wicked man on earth, that do's or can eat o• drink, etc. to divine glory, he do's not nor cannot Set up the glory of God as the chief and ultimate end of his natural and Common actions.
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Fifthly, The force and spirit of this objection (if there were any in it) lyes as flat and full against all other religious duties, as it do's against prayer;
Fifthly, The force and Spirit of this objection (if there were any in it) lies as flat and full against all other religious duties, as it do's against prayer;
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Sixthly, There are those that can say by experience, that the first special work of God that ever they perceived on their own hearts, was while they were pleading with God at the throne of grace;
Sixthly, There Are those that can say by experience, that the First special work of God that ever they perceived on their own hearts, was while they were pleading with God At the throne of grace;
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Rich Dives did not rob the poore, but his not relieving of them was his ruine, Luke 16. Moab and Ammon were banished the Sanctuary to the tenth Generation for a meere omission,
Rich Dives did not rob the poor, but his not relieving of them was his ruin, Lycia 16. Moab and Ammon were banished the Sanctuary to the tenth Generation for a mere omission,
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because they met not Gods Israel in the Wilderness with bread and water, Deut. 23.3, 4, 6. Look as the omission of good dyet breeds natural diseases in the body,
Because they met not God's Israel in the Wilderness with bred and water, Deuteronomy 23.3, 4, 6. Look as the omission of good diet breeds natural diseases in the body,
but afterwards when he came to himselfe, he sadly bewailes his sin, and confesseth that he went forth that morning without making his prayers unto God, which sinful omission God did so severely punish, by leaving of him to fal into so great a sin, which pierc'd his soul through with many sorrows.
but afterwards when he Come to himself, he sadly bewails his since, and Confesses that he went forth that morning without making his Prayers unto God, which sinful omission God did so severely Punish, by leaving of him to fall into so great a since, which pierced his soul through with many sorrows.
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Eighthly, and lastly, there are several weighty arguments that may be produced to prove, that 'tis the duty of wicked and unconverted men to performe religious duties,
Eighthly, and lastly, there Are several weighty Arguments that may be produced to prove, that it's the duty of wicked and unconverted men to perform religious duties,
First, This is evident from divine commands, as you may clearly see by comparing of these Scriptures together, Isa. 55.6, 7. Acts 8.21, 22, 23. Psal. 65.2. 1 Thes. 5.17. Pray without ceasing, is an indefinite injunction;
First, This is evident from divine commands, as you may clearly see by comparing of these Scriptures together, Isaiah 55.6, 7. Acts 8.21, 22, 23. Psalm 65.2. 1 Thebes 5.17. Pray without ceasing, is an indefinite injunction;
and who art thou oh man, that darest to prohibite what God commands? are not his commands oblieging? and may not disobedience to the least of them, cost thee thy life, thy soul, thy all? Gods commands are neither to be slighted, censured, nor neglected;
and who art thou o man, that Darest to prohibit what God commands? Are not his commands obliging? and may not disobedience to the least of them, cost thee thy life, thy soul, thy all? God's commands Are neither to be slighted, censured, nor neglected;
woe to him that looks upon great commands as little commands, and little commands as no commands, Math. 23. Oh Sirs, 'tis a very dangerous thing to act or run Counter-cross to Gods express command, it may cost a man deare,
woe to him that looks upon great commands as little commands, and little commands as no commands, Math. 23. O Sirs, it's a very dangerous thing to act or run Counter-cross to God's express command, it may cost a man deer,
as you may see in that sad Story, 1 Kings 13.24. The Heathens indeed would frequently run cross to their gods commands, for when their gods commanded them to offer up a man, they would offer up a Candle;
as you may see in that sad Story, 1 Kings 13.24. The heathens indeed would frequently run cross to their God's commands, for when their God's commanded them to offer up a man, they would offer up a Candle;
The Rechabites were very rigid observers of their fathers commands, and will you make slight of Gods commands? and the Angels that excell in strength, doe his Commandements, and will you despise them? why should the peasant scorne that work, in which the Prince himself is engaged? But,
The Rechabites were very rigid observers of their Father's commands, and will you make slight of God's commands? and the Angels that excel in strength, do his commandments, and will you despise them? why should the Peasant scorn that work, in which the Prince himself is engaged? But,
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That there is a God, and that this God is to be called upon, are lessons that are taught in natures Schoole; Isa. 45.20. They pray to a god that cannot save;
That there is a God, and that this God is to be called upon, Are Lessons that Are taught in nature's School; Isaiah 45.20. They pray to a god that cannot save;
Thirdly, The neglect of prayer is charged upon wicked persons as their sin, as you may see by comparing of these Scriptures together, Psal. 14.2, 4. Psal. 10.4. Jer. 10.21. Hosea 7.7. Zepha. 1.6.
Thirdly, The neglect of prayer is charged upon wicked Persons as their since, as you may see by comparing of these Scriptures together, Psalm 14.2, 4. Psalm 10.4. Jer. 10.21. Hosea 7.7. Zephaniah. 1.6.
Fourthly, Wicked and unregenerate persons are againe and •gaine imprecated against, for not calling upon the Lord, Psal. 79.6. Pour out thy wrath upon the heathen that have not knowne thee, and upon the kingdomes that have not called upon thy name. So Jer. 10.25. Pour out thy fury upon the Heathen that know thee not, and upon the families that call not upon thy name.
Fourthly, Wicked and unregenerate Persons Are again and •gaine imprecated against, for not calling upon the Lord, Psalm 79.6. Pour out thy wrath upon the heathen that have not known thee, and upon the kingdoms that have not called upon thy name. So Jer. 10.25. Pour out thy fury upon the Heathen that know thee not, and upon the families that call not upon thy name.
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to imprecate that vials, that full vials, that full vials of wrath and fury should be poured forth (as water is poured forth) suddenly and plentifully upon those kingdoms and families, that do not call upon the name of the Lord, is so dreadful a thing, that it had never been mentioned in the Scripture, had it not been to alarme the worst of men to the work of prayer. But,
to imprecate that vials, that full vials, that full vials of wrath and fury should be poured forth (as water is poured forth) suddenly and plentifully upon those kingdoms and families, that do not call upon the name of the Lord, is so dreadful a thing, that it had never been mentioned in the Scripture, had it not been to alarm the worst of men to the work of prayer. But,
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but absolute promises or promises of special grace and favour are made over to sinners as sinners, ergo, That such promises are made over to poor sinners as sinners, is evident by comparing these Scriptures together, Isa. 57. 17, 18, 19. These words drop nothing but myrrhe and mercy;
but absolute promises or promises of special grace and favour Are made over to Sinners as Sinners, ergo, That such promises Are made over to poor Sinners as Sinners, is evident by comparing these Scriptures together, Isaiah 57. 17, 18, 19. These words drop nothing but myrrh and mercy;
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if Ennius could pick gold out of a dunghil, oh what gold, what comfort may be pick't out of these golden promises? In these words, let us consider two things;
if Ennius could pick gold out of a dunghill, o what gold, what Comfort may be picked out of these golden promises? In these words, let us Consider two things;
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I will heale his inside by pardoning his sin and purging his conscience, and I will heale his outside, by removing of judgements and calamities from him;
I will heal his inside by pardoning his since and purging his conscience, and I will heal his outside, by removing of Judgments and calamities from him;
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Secondly, You have in the words a promise of leading, I will lead him also, or as the Hebrew hath it, and I will lead him, I will conduct him in safety to his own Countrey, so some sense it,
Secondly, You have in the words a promise of leading, I will led him also, or as the Hebrew hath it, and I will led him, I will conduct him in safety to his own Country, so Some sense it,
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Thirdly, In the words you have a promise of comfort, I will restore comforts to him, not comfort, but comforts, that is, in the roome of all those discomforts, sorrows, calamities and miseries that he has been exercised with, I will (says God) lay in abundance of comfort,
Thirdly, In the words you have a promise of Comfort, I will restore comforts to him, not Comfort, but comforts, that is, in the room of all those discomforts, sorrows, calamities and misery's that he has been exercised with, I will (Says God) lay in abundance of Comfort,
yea I will store him with all sorts of comforts, both temporal, spiritual, and eternal, sutable to that word of grace that you have in Isa. 40.1, 2.
yea I will store him with all sorts of comforts, both temporal, spiritual, and Eternal, suitable to that word of grace that you have in Isaiah 40.1, 2.
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the gemination of the word (Shalom, Shalom) peace, peace, imports a large extent of peace, it notes true peace, firm peace, sure peace, great peace, abundance of peace, yea constant & lasting peace;
the gemination of the word (Shalom, Shalom) peace, peace, imports a large extent of peace, it notes true peace, firm peace, sure peace, great peace, abundance of peace, yea constant & lasting peace;
under the name of peace in the Hebrew is denoted all manner of prosperity, and the Geminating of the word always notes a large measure of tranquility, plenty, prosperity, and felicity.
under the name of peace in the Hebrew is denoted all manner of Prosperity, and the Geminating of the word always notes a large measure of tranquillity, plenty, Prosperity, and felicity.
Oh sirs, peace with God, and peace with conscience, and peace with the creatures, are all the products of Gods creating power and grace, 2 Eph. 16.17, 18. and so must be referred to the Covenant of Grace.
O Sirs, peace with God, and peace with conscience, and peace with the creatures, Are all the products of God's creating power and grace, 2 Ephesians 16.17, 18. and so must be referred to the Covenant of Grace.
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for covetousness is a Mother-sin, 'tis a breeding sin, 'tis a sin that has all sin in the womb of it, 'tis a sin not onely against the light and law of grace,
for covetousness is a Mother-sin, it's a breeding since, it's a since that has all since in the womb of it, it's a since not only against the Light and law of grace,
Wo to him that joyneth house to house; and wo to you Scribes, Pharisees and Hypocrites, Mat. 23: 'Tis an evil that subjects men to the basest and vilest evils, 'tis the root of all evil, it makes a man a fool, Luk. 12.20. Thou fool, this night thy soul shall be taken from thee;
Woe to him that Joineth house to house; and woe to you Scribes, Pharisees and Hypocrites, Mathew 23: It's an evil that subject's men to the Basest and Vilest evils, it's the root of all evil, it makes a man a fool, Luk. 12.20. Thou fool, this night thy soul shall be taken from thee;
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In a word, covetousness is a sin that renders a man unserviceable in his generation; a covetous man is like a Swine, that is good for nothing whilst he lives;
In a word, covetousness is a since that renders a man unserviceable in his generation; a covetous man is like a Swine, that is good for nothing while he lives;
that Scripture often proves true, viz. That the riches of a sinner are laid up for the just, Job 27. By all which you may see the greatness of this sin of covetousness that is so closely charged upon them. But,
that Scripture often Proves true, viz. That the riches of a sinner Are laid up for the just, Job 27. By all which you may see the greatness of this since of covetousness that is so closely charged upon them. But,
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Ah poor creature (says God) he sees not his present misery and slavery, he takes no notice of his own folly and vanity, of his own frowardness and pevishness, he scorns to bend or bow under my mighty hand, he is resolved to stand it out to the death, he will persist on in his own wayes, though he eternally perishes;
Ah poor creature (Says God) he sees not his present misery and slavery, he Takes no notice of his own folly and vanity, of his own frowardness and peevishness, he scorns to bend or bow under my mighty hand, he is resolved to stand it out to the death, he will persist on in his own ways, though he eternally Perishes;
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And this is further evident in that Isa. 43.22, 23, 24, 25. For sins of omission and sins of commission, what can be more charged upon a sinful people,
And this is further evident in that Isaiah 43.22, 23, 24, 25. For Sins of omission and Sins of commission, what can be more charged upon a sinful people,
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and by their sinful commissions, Oh how did they grieve, vex, oppress, and burden the Holy one of Israel? and yet in vers. 25. God does passionately and emphatically proclaim their free pardon, I, even I am he that blotteth out thy transgressions for mine own sake,
and by their sinful commissions, O how did they grieve, vex, oppress, and burden the Holy one of Israel? and yet in vers. 25. God does passionately and emphatically proclaim their free pardon, I, even I am he that blots out thy transgressions for mine own sake,
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Oh sirs, don't you know that desire is the soul of prayer? and who but such as are witless and graceless, will say that a wicked man may not desire the accomplishment of Gods gracious promises, that will say an unregenera•e man may not desire to be pardoned, sanctified and renewed,
O Sirs, don't you know that desire is the soul of prayer? and who but such as Are witless and graceless, will say that a wicked man may not desire the accomplishment of God's gracious promises, that will say an unregenera•e man may not desire to be pardoned, sanctified and renewed,
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and that the Lord would bestow his spirit upon him, and that by the finger of the same spirit, the Law of the Lord may be written in his heart, that he may observe his Statutes, and do them;
and that the Lord would bestow his Spirit upon him, and that by the finger of the same Spirit, the Law of the Lord may be written in his heart, that he may observe his Statutes, and do them;
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Sixthly and lastly, God would never have encouraged and rewarded with temporal favors, wicked and unregenerate mens religious duties and services as he has done,
Sixthly and lastly, God would never have encouraged and rewarded with temporal favors, wicked and unregenerate men's religious duties and services as he has done,
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now that he has thus encouraged and rewarded wicked and unregenerate men is evident in these instances, 1 Kings 21.19 — ult. Jonah 3.4. — ult. 2 Chron. 26.5. Ʋzziah sought God in the days of Zechariah, and when he sought the Lord, God made him to prosper;
now that he has thus encouraged and rewarded wicked and unregenerate men is evident in these instances, 1 Kings 21.19 — ult. Jonah 3.4. — ult. 2 Chronicles 26.5. Ʋzziah sought God in the days of Zechariah, and when he sought the Lord, God made him to prosper;
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had he been really godly, had he had the root of the matter in him, had he been a sincere, a throughout Christian, he would have sought the Lord all his days, he would have held on and held out in well-doing,
had he been really godly, had he had the root of the matter in him, had he been a sincere, a throughout Christian, he would have sought the Lord all his days, he would have held on and held out in welldoing,
but being carnal hypocritical and unregenerate, his Religion dies with Zechariah. Another instance you have of this among the sailors, that usually are the worst of sinners, Psal. 107.23. — 30. And another you have in that known case of Jehu; from all which we may well conclude, that God expects and looks that wicked men, that unregenerate men should be found in the exercise of Religious duties.
but being carnal hypocritical and unregenerate, his Religion die with Zechariah. another instance you have of this among the sailors, that usually Are the worst of Sinners, Psalm 107.23. — 30. And Another you have in that known case of Jehu; from all which we may well conclude, that God expects and looks that wicked men, that unregenerate men should be found in the exercise of Religious duties.
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It is an excellent observation of Calvin upon Gods rewarding the Rechabites obedience, Jer. 35.19. God (saith he) oft recompenceth the shadows and seeming appearances of vertue, to shew that complacency he takes in the ample rewards he hath reserved for true and sincere piety.
It is an excellent observation of calvin upon God's rewarding the Rechabites Obedience, Jer. 35.19. God (Says he) oft recompenseth the shadows and seeming appearances of virtue, to show that complacency he Takes in the ample rewards he hath reserved for true and sincere piety.
and to give his Grace immediately to poor sinners without their using of the means, but he won't, being resolved that they shall use the means of hearing, reading, praying,
and to give his Grace immediately to poor Sinners without their using of the means, but he won't, being resolved that they shall use the means of hearing, reading, praying,
Oh sirs, shall the husbandman wait for a good harvest? and the Merchant for good returns? and the Watchman for the dawning of the day? and the Patient for a happy cure? and the poor Client for a day of hearing, & c? and will not you wait for Christ,
O Sirs, shall the husbandman wait for a good harvest? and the Merchant for good returns? and the Watchman for the dawning of the day? and the Patient for a happy cure? and the poor Client for a day of hearing, & c? and will not you wait for christ,
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and wait for the spirit, and wait for pardon, and wait for grace, and wait for glory, & c? Oh sinners, sinners, remember you are at the right doore, and therefore wait;
and wait for the Spirit, and wait for pardon, and wait for grace, and wait for glory, & c? O Sinners, Sinners, Remember you Are At the right door, and Therefore wait;
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Oh remember that mercy is sweetest when it comes after a patient waiting, Deut. 32.13. He made him to suck honey out of the rock, and oil out of the flinty rock;
O Remember that mercy is Sweetest when it comes After a patient waiting, Deuteronomy 32.13. He made him to suck honey out of the rock, and oil out of the flinty rock;
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as you may see in that famous instance of the poor man that lay eight and thirty years at the Pool of Bethesda. Famous was the patience of Elijah's servant, who in obedience to his Masters command, went seven several times up and down steep Carmel, which could not be without danger and difficulty,
as you may see in that famous instance of the poor man that lay eight and thirty Years At the Pool of Bethesda. Famous was the patience of Elijah's servant, who in Obedience to his Masters command, went seven several times up and down steep Mount carmel, which could not be without danger and difficulty,
Oh so do but patiently wait upon the Lord, and that grace, that favour, that mercy will come at last, which will fully recompence you for all your waitings;
O so do but patiently wait upon the Lord, and that grace, that favour, that mercy will come At last, which will Fully recompense you for all your waitings;
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Oh do but patiently wait, and he that shall come, will come, and will not tarry, not a year, not a quarter, not a month, not a week, not a day, no not an hour beyond the prefixed time that he hath set of shewing mercy to poor sinners.
O do but patiently wait, and he that shall come, will come, and will not tarry, not a year, not a quarter, not a Monn, not a Week, not a day, no not an hour beyond the prefixed time that he hath Set of showing mercy to poor Sinners.
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O how sad was it that Saul should lose his Kingdom for want of two or three hours patience? but O how much more sad will it be if thou shouldst lose all the prayers that thou hast made,
O how sad was it that Saul should loose his Kingdom for want of two or three hours patience? but Oh how much more sad will it be if thou Shouldst loose all the Prayers that thou hast made,
and lose thy Christ, and lose thy soul, and lose an eternity of glory, and all for want of a little patience to wait the Lords leisure? O therefore resolve to hold on waiting to the death,
and loose thy christ, and loose thy soul, and loose an eternity of glory, and all for want of a little patience to wait the lords leisure? O Therefore resolve to hold on waiting to the death,
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and if thou must perish, to perish in a waiting way, (which if thou shouldst, thou wouldst be the first that ever so perished:) O remember that if God should come,
and if thou must perish, to perish in a waiting Way, (which if thou Shouldst, thou Wouldst be the First that ever so perished:) Oh Remember that if God should come,
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when thy glass is almost out, and when there is but a short step between thee and eternity, it will infinitely recompence thee for all thy waiting; and therefore wait still:
when thy glass is almost out, and when there is but a short step between thee and eternity, it will infinitely recompense thee for all thy waiting; and Therefore wait still:
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and to keep up thy spirits, and to uphold thy soul in a waiting way, O! that thou wouldest make these following promises thy daily food, thy daily friends, thy daily companions; Psal. 27.14. Wa•t on the Lord: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart;
and to keep up thy spirits, and to uphold thy soul in a waiting Way, OH! that thou Wouldst make these following promises thy daily food, thy daily Friends, thy daily Sodales; Psalm 27.14. Wa•t on the Lord: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart;
wait, I say, on the Lord. Prov. 20.22. Wait on the Lord, and he shall save thee. Isa. 30.18. And therefore will the Lord wait, that he may be gracious unto you, and therefore will he be exalted, that he may have mercy upon you:
wait, I say, on the Lord. Curae 20.22. Wait on the Lord, and he shall save thee. Isaiah 30.18. And Therefore will the Lord wait, that he may be gracious unto you, and Therefore will he be exalted, that he may have mercy upon you:
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neither hath the eye seen, O God, besides thee, what he hath prepared for him that waiteth for him. Pro. 8.34. Blessed is the man that heareth me, watching daily at my gates, waiting at the posts of my doors.
neither hath the eye seen, Oh God, beside thee, what he hath prepared for him that waits for him. Pro 8.34. Blessed is the man that hears me, watching daily At my gates, waiting At the posts of my doors.
O how should these precious promises encourage your hearts to wait on the Lord? O how should they lengthen and draw out your patience to the utmost. But,
Oh how should these precious promises encourage your hearts to wait on the Lord? O how should they lengthen and draw out your patience to the utmost. But,
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O! remember her sin and punishment, that so fearing the one, you may learn to take heed of the other. Isa. 26.9. When thy judgements are in the earth, the inhabitants of the world will learn righteousness;
OH! Remember her since and punishment, that so fearing the one, you may Learn to take heed of the other. Isaiah 26.9. When thy Judgments Are in the earth, the inhabitants of the world will Learn righteousness;
When thy judgements, thy memorable judgements are abroad in the world, it highly concerns all the sons of men to look after holy dispositions, holy affections,
When thy Judgments, thy memorable Judgments Are abroad in the world, it highly concerns all the Sons of men to look After holy dispositions, holy affections,
others sense the words thus, When thy judgements are on the earth, the inhabitants of the world (that is sinners as well as Saints) shall learn righteousness, that is, they shall learn to fear thee upon the account of thy righteous judgement, suitable to that, Job 37.23, 24. Touching the Almighty, we cannot finde him out:
Others sense the words thus, When thy Judgments Are on the earth, the inhabitants of the world (that is Sinners as well as Saints) shall Learn righteousness, that is, they shall Learn to Fear thee upon the account of thy righteous judgement, suitable to that, Job 37.23, 24. Touching the Almighty, we cannot find him out:
Waldus (from whom the Waldenses had their name) when many were met together to be merry, seeing one among them suddenly fall down dead, it struck so to his heart, that he went home a penitent,
Waldus (from whom the Waldenses had their name) when many were met together to be merry, seeing one among them suddenly fallen down dead, it struck so to his heart, that he went home a penitent,
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O sirs, who can tell but that a fixed eye upon the remarkable judgements of God that has been inflicted upon notorious sinners, may be a means to change you and turn you to the Lord? forget not the plagues that came upon bloody Pharaoh; Remember how crafty Achitophel, and proud Haman, and covetous Judas, came all to the halter;
O Sirs, who can tell but that a fixed eye upon the remarkable Judgments of God that has been inflicted upon notorious Sinners, may be a means to change you and turn you to the Lord? forget not the plagues that Come upon bloody Pharaoh; remember how crafty Ahithophel, and proud Haman, and covetous Judas, Come all to the halter;
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nor the Royal Oake on which Absalom was hanged, nor the Javlin by which Phinehas, in his zeal for God, thrust through Zimri and Cozbi; remember how Ananias and Saphira were struck dead with a lye in their mouthes;
nor the Royal Oak on which Absalom was hanged, nor the Javlin by which Phinehas, in his zeal for God, thrust through Zimri and Cozbi; Remember how Ananias and Sapphira were struck dead with a lie in their mouths;
remember how God rained hell out of heaven upon Sodom and Gomorrah; remember how suddenly, how unexpectedly, and how inevitably the flood came upon the old world;
Remember how God reigned hell out of heaven upon Sodom and Gomorrah; Remember how suddenly, how unexpectedly, and how inevitably the flood Come upon the old world;
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O! that the dreadful judgements of God that has been executed upon others, might so alarm all unholy hearts, that they may with all their might cast off the works of darkness,
OH! that the dreadful Judgments of God that has been executed upon Others, might so alarm all unholy hearts, that they may with all their might cast off the works of darkness,
and therefore to what purpose should we be so strongly prest to do that which we have no power to do? Now to this objection I shall give these following answers.
and Therefore to what purpose should we be so strongly pressed to do that which we have no power to do? Now to this objection I shall give these following answers.
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certainly all unholy hearts are spiritually dead, and till Christ the Lyon of the Tribe of Judah comes to roar over them, by uttering his voice in the Gospel, they cannot live, John 5.25. 'tis Christ onely that can quicken the dead;
Certainly all unholy hearts Are spiritually dead, and till christ the lion of the Tribe of Judah comes to roar over them, by uttering his voice in the Gospel, they cannot live, John 5.25. it's christ only that can quicken the dead;
an unsanctified person is not half dead, as the Pelagians, Arminians, and Papists say, but as to spirituals he is stark dead, Col. 2.13. An unsanctified soul is dead.
an unsanctified person is not half dead, as the Pelagians, Arminians, and Papists say, but as to spirituals he is stark dead, Col. 2.13. an unsanctified soul is dead.
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So when men have said and done all they can, there must be something within, there must be something of the power and Spirit of Christ within, that must raise up spiritual life in those that are spiritually dead. But,
So when men have said and done all they can, there must be something within, there must be something of the power and Spirit of christ within, that must raise up spiritual life in those that Are spiritually dead. But,
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Secondly, I answer, That God gave thee ability and power in Adam to obey him in all his commands, and though by Adams fall thou hast lost thy power to obey,
Secondly, I answer, That God gave thee ability and power in Adam to obey him in all his commands, and though by Adams fallen thou hast lost thy power to obey,
and his strength, so as that now he is not able to go his journey, whose fault is this? will you now say that the father hath lost his power to command,
and his strength, so as that now he is not able to go his journey, whose fault is this? will you now say that the father hath lost his power to command,
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Thirdly, I answer, Though an unsanctified person be not able to perform any Theological or spiritual action (as to believe or repent, &c. ) yet he is able to perform all natural actions,
Thirdly, I answer, Though an unsanctified person be not able to perform any Theological or spiritual actium (as to believe or Repent, etc.) yet he is able to perform all natural actions,
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as he does with those that delight to blaspheme that name that all should tremble at, &c. Mans impotency lyes in his obstinacy, man pretends he cannot believe, nor he cannot come to Christ,
as he does with those that delight to Blaspheme that name that all should tremble At, etc. men impotency lies in his obstinacy, man pretends he cannot believe, nor he cannot come to christ,
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he woes and intreates, and beseeches thee by his Ambassadors, but thou wilt not hear, &c. he sets life and death, heaven and hell, mercy and misery before thee, but thou slightest all;
he woes and intreats, and Beseeches thee by his ambassadors, but thou wilt not hear, etc. he sets life and death, heaven and hell, mercy and misery before thee, but thou slightest all;
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Fourthly, I answer, If thou doest but stir up thy self to obey the command as well as thou canst, thou dost not know but that a power may go forth with the command, that may inable thee to act sutable to the command. In that Mat. 9.1. — 9. Christ bid the Palsie man rise and walk, take up thy bed, and go unto thine house;
Fourthly, I answer, If thou dost but stir up thy self to obey the command as well as thou Canst, thou dost not know but that a power may go forth with the command, that may inable thee to act suitable to the command. In that Mathew 9.1. — 9. christ bid the Palsy man rise and walk, take up thy Bed, and go unto thine house;
and a power went forth with the command, that enabled him to do what was commanded. So in that Mat. 12.10. — 14. There was a poor man that had a withered hand, & Christ commands him to stretch forth his hand;
and a power went forth with the command, that enabled him to do what was commanded. So in that Mathew 12.10. — 14. There was a poor man that had a withered hand, & christ commands him to stretch forth his hand;
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God commanded Moses to go and deliver his people out of Egypt; Moses might have objected his old age, the power of Pharoah, and his want of an Army to force their way, &c. But he turns his back upon these objections,
God commanded Moses to go and deliver his people out of Egypt; Moses might have objected his old age, the power of Pharaoh, and his want of an Army to force their Way, etc. But he turns his back upon these objections,
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he commanded the Israelites to take Rams horns, and with them to go and blow down the walls of Jericho; they might have said, Lord these are weak and contemptible means,
he commanded the Israelites to take Rams horns, and with them to go and blow down the walls of Jericho; they might have said, Lord these Are weak and contemptible means,
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and to give God no rest till he has renewed and sanctified thy soul, till he has effectually turned thee from darkness to light, till he has bespangled thy soul with grace,
and to give God no rest till he has renewed and sanctified thy soul, till he has effectually turned thee from darkness to Light, till he has bespangled thy soul with grace,
O tell him, that if he will but sprinkle clean water upon thee, and put his Spirit within thee, and give a new heart unto thee, according to his promise, that then thou wilt walke in his Statutes,
Oh tell him, that if he will but sprinkle clean water upon thee, and put his Spirit within thee, and give a new heart unto thee, according to his promise, that then thou wilt walk in his Statutes,
O tell him, that he has frequently commanded thee to repent, and that he has also graciously promised to give repentance, and therefore if he will but performe his promise, thou shalt not faile to obey his precepts, &c. O tell him, that thou hast no mind to be damn'd, tell him, that thou tremblest at the thoughts of hell, tell him that thou canst not without much horror think of dwelling with a devouring fire, of dwelling with everlasting burnings; O tell him, that thou dreadest an eternall separation from him,
Oh tell him, that he has frequently commanded thee to Repent, and that he has also graciously promised to give Repentance, and Therefore if he will but perform his promise, thou shalt not fail to obey his Precepts, etc. Oh tell him, that thou hast no mind to be damned, tell him, that thou tremblest At the thoughts of hell, tell him that thou Canst not without much horror think of Dwelling with a devouring fire, of Dwelling with everlasting burnings; Oh tell him, that thou dreadest an Eternal separation from him,
without the power and assistance of special grace, thou hast power to attend religious duties and services, thou hast power to turne thy back upon the infectious and dangerous society of wicked and ungodly men, thou hast power to keep at a distance from the Harlots door, thou hast power to keep thy mouth of blasphemy shut, thou hast power to keep thy hands from stealing, and thy feete from being swift to shed innocent blood;
without the power and assistance of special grace, thou hast power to attend religious duties and services, thou hast power to turn thy back upon the infectious and dangerous society of wicked and ungodly men, thou hast power to keep At a distance from the Harlots door, thou hast power to keep thy Mouth of blasphemy shut, thou hast power to keep thy hands from stealing, and thy feet from being swift to shed innocent blood;
O Sirs, you have power to come to publick Ordinances, and to set your selves under the droppings of a Gospel powerful Ministry, you have power to lie at the poole of Bethesda, and there to waite till the cure be wrought;
O Sirs, you have power to come to public Ordinances, and to Set your selves under the droppings of a Gospel powerful Ministry, you have power to lie At the pool of Bethesda, and there to wait till the cure be wrought;
why should God trust thee with a greater power, when thou makest no conscience of improving that power thou hast? Why should God trust thee with Ten Tallents,
why should God trust thee with a greater power, when thou Makest no conscience of improving that power thou hast? Why should God trust thee with Ten Talents,
when thou hast no heart to improve the two that he has already trusted thee withall? What wise Father or Master will trust that child or servant with hundreds or thousands, who makes no conscience of improving far lesser sums to the honour and advantage of the Father or the Master? how doest thou know, O man,
when thou hast no heart to improve the two that he has already trusted thee withal? What wise Father or Master will trust that child or servant with hundreds or thousands, who makes no conscience of improving Far lesser sums to the honour and advantage of the Father or the Master? how dost thou know, Oh man,
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but that upon the faithfull improvement of that power thou hast, God may adde a greater power to thee? if thou wilt but goe that two miles thou canst, God may strike in with thee,
but that upon the faithful improvement of that power thou hast, God may add a greater power to thee? if thou wilt but go that two miles thou Canst, God may strike in with thee,
may not the Father of such a Son, or the Master of such a servant in much Justice and righteousness severely punish such a Son or servant? doubtless yes;
may not the Father of such a Son, or the Master of such a servant in much justice and righteousness severely Punish such a Son or servant? doubtless yes;
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and to set him up as the object of their feare, and to give him the preheminence in all things, &c. But these are supernaturall acts beyond their power;
and to Set him up as the Object of their Fear, and to give him the pre-eminence in all things, etc. But these Are supernatural acts beyond their power;
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Object. But hereafter may be time enough to look after holiness, I may yet pursue after the pleasures and profits of the world, I may yet spend some years in gratifying mine own lusts,
Object. But hereafter may be time enough to look After holiness, I may yet pursue After the pleasures and profits of the world, I may yet spend Some Years in gratifying mine own Lustiest,
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and why then shouldest thou be so mad and foolish, as practically to say that thou canst be holy too soon? and yet thus much thou doest proclaime upon the house-top,
and why then Shouldst thou be so mad and foolish, as practically to say that thou Canst be holy too soon? and yet thus much thou dost proclaim upon the housetop,
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O don't put off God, don't put off thy soule, don't put off the thoughts of holiness, don't put off eternity with may-bees, least the Lord should sweare in his wrath, that thou shalt never enter into his rest:
O don't put off God, don't put off thy soul, don't put off the thoughts of holiness, don't put off eternity with May-bees, lest the Lord should swear in his wrath, that thou shalt never enter into his rest:
thou wouldest not have God to put off thy soule with may-bees, as with a may-bee I will pardon thee, it may-bee I wilt lift up the light of my countenance upon thee, it may-bee I will change thy nature,
thou Wouldst not have God to put off thy soul with May-bees, as with a may-bee I will pardon thee, it may-bee I wilt lift up the Light of my countenance upon thee, it may-bee I will change thy nature,
wert thou but truly sensible of thy lost and undone estate out of Christ, didst thou but indeed know what 'tis to live one houre in a Christ-less and grace-less condition, didst thou but see that wrath that hangs over thy head, didst thou but reade the curses that are pronounced in the book of God against thee, didst thou but behold how hell gapes to devoure thee, didst thou but see how farre off thou art from God, Christ, the Covenant, and all the glory and happiness of another world;
Wertenberg thou but truly sensible of thy lost and undone estate out of christ, didst thou but indeed know what it's to live one hour in a Christless and graceless condition, didst thou but see that wrath that hangs over thy head, didst thou but read the curses that Are pronounced in the book of God against thee, didst thou but behold how hell gapes to devour thee, didst thou but see how Far off thou art from God, christ, the Covenant, and all the glory and happiness of Another world;
now this is the very case of all unsanctified persons in the world, and why then should they cry our, hereafter, hereafter will be time enough to be holy.
now this is the very case of all unsanctified Persons in the world, and why then should they cry our, hereafter, hereafter will be time enough to be holy.
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The Boare in the Fable being questioned why he stood wherting his teeth so when no body was neare to hurt him, wisely answered, that it would then be too late to whet them when he was to use them,
The Boar in the Fable being questioned why he stood wherting his teeth so when no body was near to hurt him, wisely answered, that it would then be too late to whet them when he was to use them,
O the sins that such a soule has to repent of, O the graces that such a soule has to seek, O the evidences for heaven that such a soule has to secure, O the miseries that such a soule has to escape, O the mercies that such a soule has to press after, &c. and therefore of all men in the world, it stands unsanctified persons upon well to husband and improve their present time;
Oh the Sins that such a soul has to Repent of, Oh the graces that such a soul has to seek, Oh the evidences for heaven that such a soul has to secure, Oh the misery's that such a soul has to escape, Oh the Mercies that such a soul has to press After, etc. and Therefore of all men in the world, it Stands unsanctified Persons upon well to husband and improve their present time;
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Many sinners are now in hell, who when they were on earth were wont to put off the motions of the Spirit by crying out, eras, cras, to morrow, to morrow.
Many Sinners Are now in hell, who when they were on earth were wont to put off the motions of the Spirit by crying out, eras, cras, to morrow, to morrow.
Time is so costly a Jewel that few know how to value it and prize it at a due rate, witness that sad and frequent complaint among many, O what shall we doe to drive away the time, come let's goe to Cards to drive away the time,
Time is so costly a Jewel that few know how to valve it and prize it At a due rate, witness that sad and frequent complaint among many, Oh what shall we do to drive away the time, come let's go to Cards to drive away the time,
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and take a pint and a pipe to drive away the time, or lets goe and take a walke in the fields to drive away the time, &c. Thus most are lavishly and profusely prodigall of that precious time which is their greatest interest to redeem.
and take a pint and a pipe to drive away the time, or lets go and take a walk in the fields to drive away the time, etc. Thus most Are lavishly and profusely prodigal of that precious time which is their greatest Interest to Redeem.
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how many are there like children, who play till their Candle be out, and then they goe to bed in the dark? so these play and foole away their precious time, till the Candle of life be out,
how many Are there like children, who play till their Candle be out, and then they go to Bed in the dark? so these play and fool away their precious time, till the Candle of life be out,
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I have read of a young man, who living vainly and loosely, was very fea•ul of being in the dark, who after falling sick and could not sleep, cry'd out, Oh if this darkness be so terrible, what is eternall darkness? he that makes no conscience of trifling away his precious time, shall one day experience the terribleness of eternal darkness.
I have read of a young man, who living vainly and loosely, was very fea•ul of being in the dark, who After falling sick and could not sleep, cried out, O if this darkness be so terrible, what is Eternal darkness? he that makes no conscience of trifling away his precious time, shall one day experience the terribleness of Eternal darkness.
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O Sirs, if the one sense of the brevity, shortness, and preciousness of time, did but lye in its full weight upon your spirits, it would certainly put you upon a speedy and earnest pursuit after holiness;
Oh Sirs, if the one sense of the brevity, shortness, and preciousness of time, did but lie in its full weight upon your spirits, it would Certainly put you upon a speedy and earnest pursuit After holiness;
Fifthly, and lastly, I answer, that 'tis the greatest folly and madness in the world for thee to put off the great God and the great concernments of thy soule,
Fifthly, and lastly, I answer, that it's the greatest folly and madness in the world for thee to put off the great God and the great concernments of thy soul,
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or with an hereafter it may-be I will doe it, or hereafter I will doe it? or where is that servant that dares put off his Lords present commands with a may-be,
or with an hereafter it maybe I will do it, or hereafter I will do it? or where is that servant that dares put off his lords present commands with a maybe,
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or with an hereafter it may-be I will doe it, or hereafter I will doe it? or where is the ingenious child that dares put off a present duty prest upon him by his parents with a may-be,
or with an hereafter it maybe I will do it, or hereafter I will do it? or where is the ingenious child that dares put off a present duty pressed upon him by his Parents with a maybe,
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or with an hereafter it may-be I will doe it, or hereafter I will doe it? or where is the affectionate wife, that dares put off the just desires and requests of her husband with a may-be,
or with an hereafter it maybe I will do it, or hereafter I will do it? or where is the affectionate wife, that dares put off the just Desires and requests of her husband with a maybe,
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or with an hereafter it may-be I will answer your desires, or hereafter I will answer your requests? O Sirs, you dare not put off your Superiors with may-bees,
or with an hereafter it maybe I will answer your Desires, or hereafter I will answer your requests? O Sirs, you Dare not put off your Superiors with May-bees,
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or with hereafters, and how then doe you dare to put off the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords, with may-bees and with hereafters? it may-be I will look after holiness, it may-be I will study holiness, it may-be I will prize holiness,
or with hereafters, and how then do you Dare to put off the King of Kings and the Lord of lords, with May-bees and with hereafters? it maybe I will look After holiness, it maybe I will study holiness, it maybe I will prize holiness,
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O remember, that as there is nothing that do's more incense, inrage, and provoke a Prince against his Subjects, a Lord against his servants, a father against his child,
O Remember, that as there is nothing that do's more incense, enrage, and provoke a Prince against his Subject's, a Lord against his Servants, a father against his child,
and never expect to enjoy one merry day more, for we observe that there are no persons under heaven, that live such a melancholy, sad, sorrowfull, pensive life,
and never expect to enjoy one merry day more, for we observe that there Are no Persons under heaven, that live such a melancholy, sad, sorrowful, pensive life,
First, It may be thou lookest only on the dark side of the cloud, and not on the bright, thou lookest only on thy left hand, where the mourners in Zion stand,
First, It may be thou Lookest only on the dark side of the cloud, and not on the bright, thou Lookest only on thy left hand, where the mourners in Zion stand,
therefore all men of that Calling or Trade, are in their mourning weeds, and yet so witless are many men as thus to argue against the people of God, and the wayes of God. But,
Therefore all men of that Calling or Trade, Are in their mourning weeds, and yet so witless Are many men as thus to argue against the people of God, and the ways of God. But,
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and that the reign and dominion of sin & true joy are inconsistent, yet it must be confest that mourning for sin and holy joy, are consistent in one and the same heart;
and that the Reign and dominion of since & true joy Are inconsistent, yet it must be confessed that mourning for since and holy joy, Are consistent in one and the same heart;
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A Christian alwayes joys most, and mourns most, when he is most under the sense of divine love, the influences and incomes of heaven, the hopes of glory, the reports of mercy,
A Christian always Joys most, and mourns most, when he is most under the sense of divine love, the influences and incomes of heaven, the hope's of glory, the reports of mercy,
& look as a wicked mans joy ends in sorrow, so a godly mans sorrow ends in joy. Isa. 61.3. To appoint unto them that mourne in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oyl of joy for mourning, the garment of gladness for the spirit of heaviness, that they may be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that he might be glorified.
& look as a wicked men joy ends in sorrow, so a godly men sorrow ends in joy. Isaiah 61.3. To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for Ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of gladness for the Spirit of heaviness, that they may be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that he might be glorified.
I have read of a godly man, who lying upon his dying bed, and being askt which was the joyfullest time that ever he had in all his life, cryed our, O give me my mourning dayes againe, O give me my mourning dayes againe,
I have read of a godly man, who lying upon his dying Bed, and being asked which was the joyfullest time that ever he had in all his life, cried our, Oh give me my mourning days again, Oh give me my mourning days again,
The more a Christian sowes in teares, the greater (even in this world) shall be his harvest of joy, his merry dayes shall be alwayes answerable to his mourning dayes. But,
The more a Christian sows in tears, the greater (even in this world) shall be his harvest of joy, his merry days shall be always answerable to his mourning days. But,
The language of the objection is quite contrary to the language of the holy Scripture, witness that Psal. 138.5. Yea they shall sing in the wayes of the Lord;
The language of the objection is quite contrary to the language of the holy Scripture, witness that Psalm 138.5. Yea they shall sing in the ways of the Lord;
God has given it under his own hand, that the wayes of wisdom (which are alwayes wayes of holiness) are wayes of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.
God has given it under his own hand, that the ways of Wisdom (which Are always ways of holiness) Are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths Are peace.
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and further to tell you, that they have met with more comforts, sweetness, and pleasantness in one houres communion with God, in one houres walking with God,
and further to tell you, that they have met with more comforts, sweetness, and pleasantness in one hours communion with God, in one hours walking with God,
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O! they are able to tell you, that when they walkt in wayes of impiety, they found by experience that God had made a seperation between sin and peace, between sin and joy, between sin and assurance, between sin and the light of his countenance, &c. and they are able to tell you from what they have found, that there is no feare, no terror, no horror, no gripes, no grief, no stings, no hells to those that attend the wayes of ungodliness;
OH! they Are able to tell you, that when they walked in ways of impiety, they found by experience that God had made a separation between since and peace, between since and joy, between since and assurance, between since and the Light of his countenance, etc. and they Are able to tell you from what they have found, that there is no Fear, no terror, no horror, no gripes, no grief, no stings, no Hells to those that attend the ways of ungodliness;
nor the fragrancy of the Rose of Sharon; so no man can paint out the sweetness and spiritualness of a Christians joy, it lyes so deep and low in a gracious heart;
nor the fragrancy of the Rose of Sharon; so no man can paint out the sweetness and spiritualness of a Christians joy, it lies so deep and low in a gracious heart;
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or Table, or Attendance, &c. so there are many Christians that are rich in divine consolations, who yet don't shew it in such or such an outward carnal way,
or Table, or Attendance, etc. so there Are many Christians that Are rich in divine consolations, who yet don't show it in such or such an outward carnal Way,
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the joy of a Christian is hidden Manna, 'tis the new name and white stone, that none knoweth but he that has it. Pro. 14.10. The heart knoweth his own bitterness, and a stranger doth not intermedd•e with his joy:
the joy of a Christian is hidden Manna, it's the new name and white stone, that none Knoweth but he that has it. Pro 14.10. The heart Knoweth his own bitterness, and a stranger does not intermedd•e with his joy:
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and yet all their smiles were but counterfeit smiles, all their joyes were but skin-deep, the joy that was in their faces, was nothing to the terrours, horrours,
and yet all their smiles were but counterfeit smiles, all their Joys were but Skin-deep, the joy that was in their faces, was nothing to the terrors, horrors,
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As sorrowfull, yet alwayes rejoycing, &c. 'Tis very observable that the Apostle brings in the sorrow of the godly with a quasi, as it were sorrow, not that it is sorrow indeed,
As sorrowful, yet always rejoicing, etc. It's very observable that the Apostle brings in the sorrow of the godly with a quasi, as it were sorrow, not that it is sorrow indeed,
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Fifthly, I answer, That 'tis horrid injustice and dis-ingenuity in thee, and in such as thou art, to make the hearts of the righteous sad (whom God would not have sadded) by your pride, prophaneness, loosnesse, wickedness, worldliness, lukewarmness, filthiness, carnalness, &c. and then to cry out against them, that they are the saddest and uncomfortablest people in the world;
Fifthly, I answer, That it's horrid injustice and disingenuity in thee, and in such as thou art, to make the hearts of the righteous sad (whom God would not have sadded) by your pride, profaneness, looseness, wickedness, worldliness, lukewarmness, filthiness, carnalness, etc. and then to cry out against them, that they Are the Saddest and uncomfortablest people in the world;
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and punish them for it? What is this but to deale by the Saints as the Devill deales by them, he loads them and follows them with most sad grievous blasphemous, horrid and hellish temptations, on purpose to make them walk heavily, mournfully,
and Punish them for it? What is this but to deal by the Saints as the devil deals by them, he loads them and follows them with most sad grievous blasphemous, horrid and hellish temptations, on purpose to make them walk heavily, mournfully,
and with their shifting off the glorious offers of grace and mercy, and with their treasuring up of wrath against the day of wrath, &c. And then to cry out, O how sadly, O how mournfully doe these men walke!
and with their shifting off the glorious offers of grace and mercy, and with their treasuring up of wrath against the day of wrath, etc. And then to cry out, Oh how sadly, Oh how mournfully do these men walk!
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and fall in with the wayes of God, and trample upon this wicked world, and seek after the things of a better life, O how soon would the Saints sighing be turned into singing,
and fallen in with the ways of God, and trample upon this wicked world, and seek After the things of a better life, Oh how soon would the Saints sighing be turned into singing,
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About three hundred years after the Apostles time, Cajus Marius Victorius an old Pagan, was converted from his paganisme, infidelity and impiety, and brought over to the Christian faith;
About three hundred Years After the Apostles time, Cajus Marius Victorius an old Pagan, was converted from his paganism, infidelity and impiety, and brought over to the Christian faith;
This was written as a wonder, and sung as a wonder, that this old Pagan, this gray-headed Pagan should become a gracious Christian, that he should in his old age be renewed and sanctified:
This was written as a wonder, and sung as a wonder, that this old Pagan, this Gray-headed Pagan should become a gracious Christian, that he should in his old age be renewed and sanctified:
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but what is the cause of their sorrow and sadness? is it not thy wickedness and ungodliness? is it not thy unconverted and unsanctified estate? surely yes;
but what is the cause of their sorrow and sadness? is it not thy wickedness and ungodliness? is it not thy unconverted and unsanctified estate? surely yes;
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and delight to dishonour their God, and damn their own immortall souls. Pro. 2.14. They rejoyce to doe evill, and delight in the frowardness of the wicked.
and delight to dishonour their God, and damn their own immortal Souls. Pro 2.14. They rejoice to do evil, and delight in the frowardness of the wicked.
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Ah how madly merry are they that can take delight and content in that which is their shame and misery? ah how is man fallen from his primitive glory, that he can now rejoyce in that which is a dishonour to God, a reproach to Christ, a griefe to the Spirit, a provocation to divine wrath, a blot upon his name, a curse upon his estate, a wound upon his conscience,
Ah how madly merry Are they that can take delight and content in that which is their shame and misery? ah how is man fallen from his primitive glory, that he can now rejoice in that which is a dishonour to God, a reproach to christ, a grief to the Spirit, a provocation to divine wrath, a blot upon his name, a curse upon his estate, a wound upon his conscience,
but his tongue bewrayed the grief of his heart, saying, O that in lieu of so momentary a pleasure, I should be made of a Soveraign a Servant, of a King a Captive.
but his tongue bewrayed the grief of his heart, saying, Oh that in lieu of so momentary a pleasure, I should be made of a Sovereign a Servant, of a King a Captive.
and they deaden the heart towards God. The widow whilst she lived in pleasure is reckoned dead, 1 Tim. 5.6. She is dead God-wards, and dead Christ-wards, and dead Duty-wards, & dead Heaven-wards, and dead Holiness-wards, &c. Aristotle writes of a parcel of ground in Sicily, that sends forth such a strong, such a sweet smell of fragrant flowers, that no Hounds can hunt there;
and they deaden the heart towards God. The widow while she lived in pleasure is reckoned dead, 1 Tim. 5.6. She is dead Godwards, and dead Christ-wards, and dead Duty-wards, & dead Heavenwards, and dead Holinesswards, etc. Aristotle writes of a parcel of ground in Sicily, that sends forth such a strong, such a sweet smell of fragrant flowers, that no Hounds can hunt there;
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nor Christ, nor holiness, nor the great concernments of another world, and therefore 'tis rather mans felicity then his misery to be taken off from such vaine pleasures:
nor christ, nor holiness, nor the great concernments of Another world, and Therefore it's rather men felicity then his misery to be taken off from such vain pleasures:
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and when they had invented new pleasures and delights, yet then he could not be satisfied nor contented, he would fain have had one pleasure to have taken off the weariness of another, but it could not be;
and when they had invented new pleasures and delights, yet then he could not be satisfied nor contented, he would fain have had one pleasure to have taken off the weariness of Another, but it could not be;
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O sirs, there is no real pleasure in sin, all the pleasures of sin are counterfeit pleasures, they are but the shapes and shaddows of pleasure, they are the seeds of future grief, they are but an earnest laid down for sorrow or ruine.
Oh Sirs, there is no real pleasure in since, all the pleasures of since Are counterfeit pleasures, they Are but the shapes and shadows of pleasure, they Are the seeds of future grief, they Are but an earnest laid down for sorrow or ruin.
So that carnal pleasures are nothing but sorrow in pleasures cloaths. Certainly if there were the lest real delight in sin, hell could never be hell,
So that carnal pleasures Are nothing but sorrow in pleasures clothes. Certainly if there were the lest real delight in since, hell could never be hell,
What real delight or pleasure can there be in Tipling and Fudling in an Ale-house or Tavern, in swaggering and swearing, in Dicing and Carding, in Dancing, Masking and Whoreing, in slighting of Sabbaths, in scoffing at Saints, in despising of Ordinances,
What real delight or pleasure can there be in Tippling and Fuddling in an Alehouse or Tavern, in swaggering and swearing, in Dicing and Carding, in Dancing, Masking and Whoring, in slighting of Sabbaths, in scoffing At Saints, in despising of Ordinances,
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as from delighting in a Rattle, a Pipe, a Feather, a Hobby-horse, a wooden Sword, &c. So all the pleasures and delights that holiness takes a man off from, they are babish and foolish,
as from delighting in a Rattle, a Pipe, a Feather, a Hobbyhorse, a wooden Sword, etc. So all the pleasures and delights that holiness Takes a man off from, they Are babish and foolish,
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and therefore it must needs be rather a high felicity, then a misery, for God to take thee off from such sinful pleasures and delights, by laying principles of holiness into thy heart.
and Therefore it must needs be rather a high felicity, then a misery, for God to take thee off from such sinful pleasures and delights, by laying principles of holiness into thy heart.
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all the delights that holiness will put thee upon to sacrifice, are but the Rammish and rank delights of sin and the world, which may better be sacrificed then spared;
all the delights that holiness will put thee upon to sacrifice, Are but the Rammish and rank delights of since and the world, which may better be sacrificed then spared;
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witne s Tully, who saith, that he is not worthy of the name of a man (qui unum diem velit esse in voluptate) that would entirely spend one whole day in pleasures;
witne s Tully, who Says, that he is not worthy of the name of a man (qui Unum diem velit esse in voluptate) that would entirely spend one Whole day in pleasures;
as once it did on Davids; and who then is able to rejoyce under a wounded conscience, a guilty conscience? As long as Adam did Fast in Paradise, he stood fast,
as once it did on Davids; and who then is able to rejoice under a wounded conscience, a guilty conscience? As long as Adam did Fast in Paradise, he stood fast,
and the Flowers smelled as fragrantly as ever, and all the Trees and fruits of the Garden did flourish as bravely as ever, &c. Ah but now Adam had contracted guilt upon his conscience,
and the Flowers smelled as fragrantly as ever, and all the Trees and fruits of the Garden did flourish as bravely as ever, etc. Ah but now Adam had contracted guilt upon his conscience,
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What the probationer-Disciple said to our Saviour, viz. Master I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest, that a guilty conscience says to a fallen sinner;
What the probationer-Disciple said to our Saviour, viz. Master I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest, that a guilty conscience Says to a fallen sinner;
when thou goest to board, I will follow thee with stinging accusations; and when thou goest to bed, I will follow thee with terrifying and affrighting dreams:
when thou goest to board, I will follow thee with stinging accusations; and when thou goest to Bed, I will follow thee with terrifying and affrighting dreams:
I remember a saying of Luther (una guttula malae conscientiae totum mare mundam gaudii absorbet) one drop of an evil conscience, swallows up the whole Sea of worldly joy.
I Remember a saying of Luther (una guttula Malae conscientiae totum mare mundam Gaudii absorbet) one drop of an evil conscience, Swallows up the Whole Sea of worldly joy.
O 'tis better with Enagrius to lye secure on a bed of Straw, then to lye with a guilty conscience on a bed of Doun, having the Curtains Imbroidered with Gold,
O it's better with Enagrius to lie secure on a Bed of Straw, then to lie with a guilty conscience on a Bed of Down, having the Curtains Embroidered with Gold,
as Jobs did his, or as Hezekiahs did his, or as Jacobs did his, &c. The disease may be so violent, the Physick may be so strong, the wound may be so deep, the Plaister may be so corroding, the melting-por may be so hot, the Iron chains may be so heavy, the Gaul and Wormwood may be so bitter, that a Christian may be so far from joy and rejoycing,
as Jobs did his, or as Hezekiah's did his, or as Jacobs did his, etc. The disease may be so violent, the Physic may be so strong, the wound may be so deep, the Plaster may be so corroding, the melting-por may be so hight, the Iron chains may be so heavy, the Gaul and Wormwood may be so bitter, that a Christian may be so Far from joy and rejoicing,
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Ah what Christian can rejoyce when the countenance of God is not towards him as of old? who can be pleasant when God is displeased? who can smile when God frowns? who can sing when God sighs? who can be merry when God is sorry? surely none that have ever experienced what the shinings of his face means.
Ah what Christian can rejoice when the countenance of God is not towards him as of old? who can be pleasant when God is displeased? who can smile when God frowns? who can sing when God sighs? who can be merry when God is sorry? surely none that have ever experienced what the shinings of his face means.
And as Sampson when his Locks were cut off, and his strength was gone, fell to prayer, Judg. 16.28. And Sampson called unto the Lord, and said, O Lord God, remember me, I pray thee, onely this once, O God, that I may be at once avenged of the Philistines for my two eyes.
And as Sampson when his Locks were Cut off, and his strength was gone, fell to prayer, Judges 16.28. And Sampson called unto the Lord, and said, Oh Lord God, Remember me, I pray thee, only this once, Oh God, that I may be At once avenged of the philistines for my two eyes.
Tempted souls can tell you that 'tis one of the hardest works in the world to rejoyce in the School of temptation, and to be merry when Satans fiery darts stick fast in the soul.
Tempted Souls can tell you that it's one of the Hardest works in the world to rejoice in the School of temptation, and to be merry when Satan fiery darts stick fast in the soul.
and Jobs tempting time was not his rejoycing time, but his complaining time; and Peters tempting time was not his rejoycing time, but his cursing and blaspheming time;
and Jobs tempting time was not his rejoicing time, but his complaining time; and Peter's tempting time was not his rejoicing time, but his cursing and blaspheming time;
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when such dreadful storms beat upon them? Certainly the work of a Christian in the day of temptation, lies in his putting on the whole Armor of God,
when such dreadful storms beatrice upon them? Certainly the work of a Christian in the day of temptation, lies in his putting on the Whole Armour of God,
Fifthly, and lastly (to gather up many things together) I say that their present sorrow and sadness may arise from their going astray into some by-Path of vanity and folly, wherein they have got a fall,
Fifthly, and lastly (to gather up many things together) I say that their present sorrow and sadness may arise from their going astray into Some by-Path of vanity and folly, wherein they have god a fallen,
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or else the lateness of their conversion may sadly afflict them, &c. Now how absurd and unreasonable a thing is it for any men to argue thus, that surely godly men have no joy, no delight, no pleasure, &c. because there are some particular cases and conditions, wherein they may be cast, which rather bespeaks sorrow then joy, grief then gladness, mourning then mirth.
or Else the lateness of their conversion may sadly afflict them, etc. Now how absurd and unreasonable a thing is it for any men to argue thus, that surely godly men have no joy, no delight, no pleasure, etc. Because there Are Some particular cases and conditions, wherein they may be cast, which rather bespeaks sorrow then joy, grief then gladness, mourning then mirth.
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or Gout, &c. as you may expect upon a rational or Religious account, joy and gladness, &c. in the Saints in the forementioned cases that are incident to them.
or Gout, etc. as you may expect upon a rational or Religious account, joy and gladness, etc. in the Saints in the forementioned cases that Are incident to them.
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'Twas a very unreasonable request that they made to the people of God, in that Psal. 137.3, 4. For there they that carried us away captive, required of us a song,
'Twas a very unreasonable request that they made to the people of God, in that Psalm 137.3, 4. For there they that carried us away captive, required of us a song,
How shall we sing the Lords song in a strange Land? And 'tis as unreasonable to expect or look that the people of God should sing and be merry, rejoyce,
How shall we sing the lords song in a strange Land? And it's as unreasonable to expect or look that the people of God should sing and be merry, rejoice,
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& poured from vessel to vessel, &c. Musick in times of mourning is as unreasonable as 'tis unseasonable and unsavory; Prov. 25.20. As he that taketh away a garment in cold weather, and as vinegar upon nitre:
& poured from vessel to vessel, etc. Music in times of mourning is as unreasonable as it's unseasonable and unsavoury; Curae 25.20. As he that Takes away a garment in cold weather, and as vinegar upon nitre:
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The condition of Gods people in this life, is a mixt condition; in this life they have their rejoycing times, and their mourning times, their laughing times,
The condition of God's people in this life, is a mixed condition; in this life they have their rejoicing times, and their mourning times, their laughing times,
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and their weeping times, their singing times, and their sorrowing times, &c. 'Tis true, in heaven there is all joy and no sorrow, all gladness and no sadness;
and their weeping times, their singing times, and their sorrowing times, etc. It's true, in heaven there is all joy and no sorrow, all gladness and no sadness;
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how easily would they be cast down? but now by a divine hand, our sorrows being mixt with our joys, our hearts come to be the more effectually weaned from the vanities of this life,
how Easily would they be cast down? but now by a divine hand, our sorrows being mixed with our Joys, our hearts come to be the more effectually weaned from the vanities of this life,
Eighthly, I answer, that 'tis possible that the sadness, sorrow, and grief of those particular Saints, that thou hast thine eye upon, may arise from the natural temper and constitution of their bodies;
Eighthly, I answer, that it's possible that the sadness, sorrow, and grief of those particular Saints, that thou hast thine eye upon, may arise from the natural temper and constitution of their bodies;
Now there is no greater enemy to holy joy and gladness, then melancholy, for this pestilent humor will raise such strange passions and imaginations, 'twill raise such groundless griefs,
Now there is no greater enemy to holy joy and gladness, then melancholy, for this pestilent humour will raise such strange passion and Imaginations, it'll raise such groundless griefs,
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A Melancholy constitution is Satans Anvil, upon which he formes many black, dark, and dismall temptations, which do exceedingly tend to the keeping down of Divine consolation from rising high in the soul;
A Melancholy constitution is Satan Anvil, upon which he forms many black, dark, and dismal temptations, which do exceedingly tend to the keeping down of Divine consolation from rising high in the soul;
or upon all holy persons, that proceeds from the special constitution of some particular Saints? and yet this is the trade that unsanctified souls drive.
or upon all holy Persons, that proceeds from the special constitution of Some particular Saints? and yet this is the trade that unsanctified Souls drive.
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Abel was persecuted by Cain, 1 Joh. 3.12. and Isaac by Ishmael, Gal. 9.29. That seems to be a standing Law, All that will live godly in Christ Jesus, must suffer persecution, 2 Tim. 3.12. A man may have many faint wishes, and cold desires after Godliness, and yet escape persecution;
Abel was persecuted by Cain, 1 John 3.12. and Isaac by Ishmael, Gal. 9.29. That seems to be a standing Law, All that will live godly in christ jesus, must suffer persecution, 2 Tim. 3.12. A man may have many faint wishes, and cold Desires After Godliness, and yet escape persecution;
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The History of the ten persecutions, and that little book of Martyrs, the 11. of the Hebrews, and Mr. Fox his Acts and Monuments, with many other Treatises that are extant, do abundantly evidence, that from age to age,
The History of the ten persecutions, and that little book of Martyrs, the 11. of the Hebrews, and Mr. Fox his Acts and Monuments, with many other Treatises that Are extant, do abundantly evidence, that from age to age,
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Would any man take the Churches picture (saith Luther ) then let him paint a poor silly Maid, sitting in a wilderness, compassed about with hungry Lyons, Wolves, Bores and Bears,
Would any man take the Churches picture (Says Luther) then let him paint a poor silly Maid, sitting in a Wilderness, compassed about with hungry Lyons, Wolves, Boars and Bears,
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and into prisons, being brought before Kings and Rulers for my names sake. John 15.20. Remember the word that I said unto you, The servant is not greater then the Lord:
and into prisons, being brought before Kings and Rulers for my names sake. John 15.20. remember the word that I said unto you, The servant is not greater then the Lord:
God-fry of Bullen, first King of Jerusalem, refused to be crowned with a crown of Gold, saying, That it became not a Christian there to wear a crown of Gold, where Christ for our salvation had sometime worn a crown of thornes.
God-fry of Bullen, First King of Jerusalem, refused to be crowned with a crown of Gold, saying, That it became not a Christian there to wear a crown of Gold, where christ for our salvation had sometime worn a crown of thorns.
Acts 14.21, 22. And when they had preached the Gospel to that City, and had taught many, they returned again to Lystra, and to Iconium, and Antioch, confirming the souls of the disciples,
Acts 14.21, 22. And when they had preached the Gospel to that city, and had taught many, they returned again to Lystra, and to Iconium, and Antioch, confirming the Souls of the Disciples,
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As there was no way to Paradise, but by the flaming sword, nor no way to Canaan but through a wilderness, so there is no way to heaven but by the Gates of hell;
As there was no Way to Paradise, but by the flaming sword, nor no Way to Canaan but through a Wilderness, so there is no Way to heaven but by the Gates of hell;
Ecclesiastical Histories tells us that all the Apostles died violent deaths; Peter was crucified with his heels upward, Christ was crucified with his head upwards;
Ecclesiastical Histories tells us that all the Apostles died violent death's; Peter was Crucified with his heels upward, christ was Crucified with his head upward;
Lebbeus was slain by Agbarus King of Edessa; and Paul was beheaded at Rome under Nero; and Simon the Canaanite was crucified in Egypt, say some, others say that he and Jude was slain in a Tumult of the people;
Lebbeus was slave by Agbarus King of Edessa; and Paul was beheaded At Room under Nero; and Simon the Canaanite was Crucified in Egypt, say Some, Others say that he and U^de was slave in a Tumult of the people;
About the year 1626, A book formerly printed, and intituled, A preparation to the cross of Christ (composed by John Frith Martyr) was brought in the belly of a Fish to the Market in Cambridge, and that a little before the Commencement time;
About the year 1626, A book formerly printed, and entitled, A preparation to the cross of christ (composed by John Frith Martyr) was brought in the belly of a Fish to the Market in Cambridge, and that a little before the Commencement time;
when there was a confluence of much people from all places of the Land, which was construed by them that feared the Lord, to be no less then an heavenly warning to all the people of England, to prepare for the cross;
when there was a confluence of much people from all places of the Land, which was construed by them that feared the Lord, to be no less then an heavenly warning to all the people of England, to prepare for the cross;
and God has cros't you in your hopes, desires, prayers, and endeavors, and God gave you warning of this before hand by a Fish, by a miracle, to provide for the cross,
and God has crossed you in your hope's, Desires, Prayers, and endeavors, and God gave you warning of this before hand by a Fish, by a miracle, to provide for the cross,
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When Mr. Bradford was told that his chain was a buying, and that he must be burnt, he lifted up his eyes to heaven and said, I thank God for it, I have looked for this along time, it comes not to me suddenly,
When Mr. Bradford was told that his chain was a buying, and that he must be burned, he lifted up his eyes to heaven and said, I thank God for it, I have looked for this along time, it comes not to me suddenly,
yea then you will be able under the greatest persecutions to bare up bravely, and with holy Bradford bless the Lord that has called you to so high an honor,
yea then you will be able under the greatest persecutions to bore up bravely, and with holy Bradford bless the Lord that has called you to so high an honour,
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Thirdly, I answer that all the troubles, afflictions and persecutions that do befall you for holiness sake, shall never hurt you nor harm you, they shall never prejudice you,
Thirdly, I answer that all the Troubles, afflictions and persecutions that do befall you for holiness sake, shall never hurt you nor harm you, they shall never prejudice you,
nor wrong you in your main and great concernments. Exod. 3.2. And the Angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a flame of fire out of the midst of a Bush;
nor wrong you in your main and great concernments. Exod 3.2. And the Angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a flame of fire out of the midst of a Bush;
In the Land of Canaan there were seven mighty Nations now for the people of God, who were so few in number, (that they might easily and quickly be told) to sojourn and wander among these, could not but be very dangerous and perilous,
In the Land of Canaan there were seven mighty nations now for the people of God, who were so few in number, (that they might Easily and quickly be told) to sojourn and wander among these, could not but be very dangerous and perilous,
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All the troubles, afflictions and persecutions that attends holiness, can never reach a Christians soul, they can never diminish a Christians treasure, they reach the shell, not the kernel, the Case, not the Jewel, the lumber, not the goods, the out-house, not the Palace, the ribbon in the hat, not the gold in the purse;
All the Troubles, afflictions and persecutions that attends holiness, can never reach a Christians soul, they can never diminish a Christians treasure, they reach the shell, not the kernel, the Case, not the Jewel, the lumber, not the goods, the outhouse, not the Palace, the ribbon in the hat, not the gold in the purse;
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O Christian, let persecutors do their worst, they can't reach thy soul, thy God, thy comfort, thy crown, thy Paradise, &c. and therefore let no man be kept off from pursuing after holiness,
O Christian, let persecutors do their worst, they can't reach thy soul, thy God, thy Comfort, thy crown, thy Paradise, etc. and Therefore let no man be kept off from pursuing After holiness,
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the Emperor hearing of him thus undantedly to speak, told him that he was mad, to whom he replyed (opte me in aeternum sic delirare) I wish that I may be for ever thus mad.
the Emperor hearing of him thus undauntedly to speak, told him that he was mad, to whom he replied (opte me in aeternum sic delirare) I wish that I may be for ever thus mad.
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they may take away my earthly crown, but they cannot take away that crown of righteousness which Christ the righteous Judge, has laid up for all that love his appearing.
they may take away my earthly crown, but they cannot take away that crown of righteousness which christ the righteous Judge, has laid up for all that love his appearing.
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First, By the prayers and enditements, that the Saints have preferred against them in the highest court of Justice, I mean in the Parliament of Heaven, Psal. 35.3. — 9. Draw out the Spear, and stop the way against them that persecute me:
First, By the Prayers and enditements, that the Saints have preferred against them in the highest court of justice, I mean in the Parliament of Heaven, Psalm 35.3. — 9. Draw out the Spear, and stop the Way against them that persecute me:
So in that 83 Psalme, David sighs out his sad complaints against his persecutors, from ver. 2. to ver. the 9th; and from ver. the 9. to ver. the 18. he prayes against them;
So in that 83 Psalm, David sighs out his sad complaints against his persecutors, from for. 2. to for. the 9th; and from for. the 9. to for. the 18. he prays against them;
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turne to it, 'tis a text that is worthy of your most serious meditation, Psal. 119.84. How many are the dayes of thy servant? when wilt thou execute judgement on them that persecute me? Jer. 15.15. O Lord, thou knowest, remember me, and visite me, and revenge me of my persecutors;
turn to it, it's a text that is worthy of your most serious meditation, Psalm 119.84. How many Are the days of thy servant? when wilt thou execute judgement on them that persecute me? Jer. 15.15. Oh Lord, thou Knowest, Remember me, and visit me, and revenge me of my persecutors;
bring upon them the day of evill, and destroy them with double destruction, or break them with a double breach. Lam. 3.61. — ult. Thou hast heard their reproach, O Lord, and all their imaginations against me.
bring upon them the day of evil, and destroy them with double destruction, or break them with a double breach. Lam. 3.61. — ult. Thou hast herd their reproach, Oh Lord, and all their Imaginations against me.
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Behold their sitting down, and their rising up, I am their musick, (or I am their song) Render unto them a recompence, O Lord, according to the work of their hands.
Behold their sitting down, and their rising up, I am their music, (or I am their song) Render unto them a recompense, Oh Lord, according to the work of their hands.
Give them sorrow of heart, thy curse unto them. Persecute and destroy them in anger, from under the heavens of the Lord. 2 Tim. 4.14. Alexander the Copper-smith did me much evill, the Lord reward him according to his works.
Give them sorrow of heart, thy curse unto them. Persecute and destroy them in anger, from under the heavens of the Lord. 2 Tim. 4.14. Alexander the Coppersmith did me much evil, the Lord reward him according to his works.
The Romans being in great distress, were put so hard to it, that they were faine to take the weapons out of the Temples of their gods to fight with their enemies, and so they overcame them;
The Romans being in great distress, were put so hard to it, that they were feign to take the weapons out of the Temples of their God's to fight with their enemies, and so they overcame them;
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so when the people of God have been hard put to it, by reason of afflictions and persecutions, the weapons that they have fled to, has been prayers and teares,
so when the people of God have been hard put to it, by reason of afflictions and persecutions, the weapons that they have fled to, has been Prayers and tears,
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And they cryed with a loud voice, saying, How long, O Lord, holy and true, doest thou not judge and avenge our blood on them that dwell on the earth? The blood of the persecuted cryes aloud for vengeance upon the persecutors.
And they cried with a loud voice, saying, How long, Oh Lord, holy and true, dost thou not judge and avenge our blood on them that dwell on the earth? The blood of the persecuted cries aloud for vengeance upon the persecutors.
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they delight in the blood of Saints, they love to wallow in the blood of Saints, they take pleasure in glutting themselves with the blood of Saints, they make no conscience of watering the earth,
they delight in the blood of Saints, they love to wallow in the blood of Saints, they take pleasure in glutting themselves with the blood of Saints, they make no conscience of watering the earth,
yea if it were possible they would willingly swim to heaven through their hearts-blood, whom Christ has purchased with his own most precious blood, (as all Historians know,
yea if it were possible they would willingly swim to heaven through their Heartsblood, whom christ has purchased with his own most precious blood, (as all Historians know,
and as you may all know if you would but search a little into Ecclesiastical Histories) and therefore 'tis no wonder if the blood of the Martyrs cry aloud for vengeance upon such desperate persecutors:
and as you may all know if you would but search a little into Ecclesiastical Histories) and Therefore it's no wonder if the blood of the Martyrs cry aloud for vengeance upon such desperate persecutors:
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Persecution puts an edge, yea a sharp edge upon the prayers of the Saints; Acts 12.5. Peter therefore was kept in prison, but prayer was made without ceasing of the Church unto God for him:
Persecution puts an edge, yea a sharp edge upon the Prayers of the Saints; Acts 12.5. Peter Therefore was kept in prison, but prayer was made without ceasing of the Church unto God for him:
When Peter was in prison, sleeping between two Souldiers, and bound with two chains, and the keepers standing before the prison doore; O how earnest! O how instant! O how fervent! O how vehement!
When Peter was in prison, sleeping between two Soldiers, and bound with two chains, and the keepers standing before the prison door; Oh how earnest! O how instant! O how fervent! O how vehement!
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but their prayers were full of life, and full of warmth, and full of heate; they knew Herods bloody intention to destroy this holy Apostle by his imprisoning of him,
but their Prayers were full of life, and full of warmth, and full of heat; they knew Herods bloody intention to destroy this holy Apostle by his imprisoning of him,
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and by his bathing of his sword in the innocent blood of James, that his hand might be the more apt and ready for further acts of murther ▪ and cruelty;
and by his bathing of his sword in the innocent blood of James, that his hand might be the more apt and ready for further acts of murder ▪ and cruelty;
as is evident in the 12. ver. And when he had considered the thing, he came to the house of Mary the mother of John, whose surname was Mark, where many were gathered together, praying, or rather as the Originall has it, where many thronged together to pray:
as is evident in the 12. ver. And when he had considered the thing, he Come to the house of Marry the mother of John, whose surname was Mark, where many were gathered together, praying, or rather as the Original has it, where many thronged together to pray:
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and Peter given into their Armes, yea their bosomes, as an answer of prayer. O the power and force of joynt prayer, when Christians doe not only beseech God,
and Peter given into their Arms, yea their bosoms, as an answer of prayer. O the power and force of joint prayer, when Christians do not only beseech God,
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I have read that Mary Queen of Scots (that was mother to King James ) was wont to say, that she was more afraid of Mr. Knox's prayers, and the prayers of those Christians that walk't with him,
I have read that Marry Queen of Scots (that was mother to King James) was wont to say, that she was more afraid of Mr. Knox's Prayers, and the Prayers of those Christians that walked with him,
David prayed before, but O when his enemies fell a persecuting of him, then he gave up hims•lf wholly to prayer, O then he was more earnest, more fervent, more frequent, more diligent, more constant,
David prayed before, but Oh when his enemies fell a persecuting of him, then he gave up hims•lf wholly to prayer, Oh then he was more earnest, more fervent, more frequent, more diligent, more constant,
and that have been executed upon them. Deut. 30.7. And the Lord thy God will put all these curses upon thine enemies, and on them which hate thee, which persecuted thee.
and that have been executed upon them. Deuteronomy 30.7. And the Lord thy God will put all these curses upon thine enemies, and on them which hate thee, which persecuted thee.
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Pharaoh and his Princes and people were very great oppressors and persecutors of Gods Israel, and therefore God visited them with ten dreadfull plagues, one after another;
Pharaoh and his Princes and people were very great Oppressors's and persecutors of God's Israel, and Therefore God visited them with ten dreadful plagues, one After Another;
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All my familiars watched for my halting, saying, peradventure he will be enticed, and we shall prevaile against him, and we shall take our revenge on him.
All my familiars watched for my halting, saying, Peradventure he will be enticed, and we shall prevail against him, and we shall take our revenge on him.
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But the Lord is with me as a mighty terrible one: therefore my persecutors shall stumble, and they shall not prevaile, they shall be greatly ashamed, for they shall not prosper;
But the Lord is with me as a mighty terrible one: Therefore my persecutors shall Stumble, and they shall not prevail, they shall be greatly ashamed, for they shall not prosper;
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then they that spoyled his people, shall be spoyled, and they that dealt perfidiously and treacherously with them, shall be dealt perfidiously and treacherously withall; 2 Thes. 1.6. Seeing it is a righteous thing with God, to recompence tribulation to them that trouble you:
then they that spoiled his people, shall be spoiled, and they that dealt perfidiously and treacherously with them, shall be dealt perfidiously and treacherously withal; 2 Thebes 1.6. Seeing it is a righteous thing with God, to recompense tribulation to them that trouble you:
'Tis but Justice that God should trouble those that are the troublers of his people; 'tis but Justice that persecutors should be punished, and that the persecuted should be righted;
It's but justice that God should trouble those that Are the troublers of his people; it's but justice that persecutors should be punished, and that the persecuted should be righted;
Herod the Great, who caused the babes of Bethlehem to be slaine, hoping thereby to destroy Christ, shortly after was plagued by God with an incurable disease, having a slow and slack fire continually tormenting his inward parts;
Herod the Great, who caused the babes of Bethlehem to be slain, hoping thereby to destroy christ, shortly After was plagued by God with an incurable disease, having a slow and slack fire continually tormenting his inward parts;
he had a vehement and greedy desire to eate, and yet nothing would satisfie him; his inward bowels rotted, his breath was sho•t and stinking, some of his members rotted,
he had a vehement and greedy desire to eat, and yet nothing would satisfy him; his inward bowels rotted, his breath was sho•t and stinking, Some of his members rotted,
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Herod Antipas, who beheaded John Baptist, not long after falling into disgrace with the Roman Emperour, with his incestuous Herodias, the suggester of that murder, they were banished,
Herod Antipas, who beheaded John Baptist, not long After falling into disgrace with the Roman Emperor, with his incestuous Herodias, the suggester of that murder, they were banished,
In the third yeare of his Reigne, as Josephus observes, he went to Caesarea to keep certain Playes in the honor of Caesar; the Gowne he was in (as the same Author relates) was a Gowne of silver wonderfully wrought,
In the third year of his Reign, as Josephus observes, he went to Caesarea to keep certain Plays in the honour of Caesar; the Gown he was in (as the same Author relates) was a Gown of silver wonderfully wrought,
and when he had made an end of his starched Oration in this his bravery, his flatterers extolled him as a God, crying out, 'Tis the voice of a God, and not of a man;
and when he had made an end of his starched Oration in this his bravery, his Flatterers extolled him as a God, crying out, It's the voice of a God, and not of a man;
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but all in vaine, for his paines and torments growing stronger and stronger every day upon him, they seperated his wretched soule from his loathsome body within the compass of five dayes;
but all in vain, for his pains and torments growing Stronger and Stronger every day upon him, they separated his wretched soul from his loathsome body within the compass of five days;
Domitian the Author of the second persecution against the Christians, was by the consent of his wife slaine by his own houshold servants with daggers in his privy chamber, his body was buried without honour, his memory cursed to posterity,
Domitian the Author of the second persecution against the Christians, was by the consent of his wife slain by his own household Servants with daggers in his privy chamber, his body was buried without honour, his memory cursed to posterity,
and his Armes and Ensignes were thrown downe and defaced. Trajan raised the third persecution against the Church, and the vengeance of God followed him;
and his Arms and Ensigns were thrown down and defaced. Trajan raised the third persecution against the Church, and the vengeance of God followed him;
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Among the many thousand thousands of instances that might be given of the Judgements of God that have fallen upon the persecutors of the people of God in these latter dayes, I shall only give you a few.
Among the many thousand thousands of instances that might be given of the Judgments of God that have fallen upon the persecutors of the people of God in these latter days, I shall only give you a few.
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Faelix Earle of Wartenburge was a great persecutor of the Saints, and swore that ere he dyed he would ride up to the spurs in the blood of the Lutherans;
Felix Earl of Wartenburge was a great persecutor of the Saints, and swore that ere he died he would ride up to the spurs in the blood of the Lutherans;
and swallowed her up alive, with her Chariot and those that were in it, which place is now to be seen before the Castle of Prague. The Arch-Bishop of Toures was an earnest Sutor for the erection of a Court called Chamber Ardent, for the condemning of the French Protestants to the fire,
and swallowed her up alive, with her Chariot and those that were in it, which place is now to be seen before the Castle of Prague. The Arch-Bishop of Towers was an earnest Suitor for the erection of a Court called Chamber ardent, for the condemning of the French Protestants to the fire,
but God in his righteous Judgement so struck him in his tongue, that it swel'd so big, that he could neither swallow nor speak for some dayes before his death,
but God in his righteous Judgement so struck him in his tongue, that it swelled so big, that he could neither swallow nor speak for Some days before his death,
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in the morning his wife began mildly to blame him for his acting against the Minister the day before, at which he with fearefull oathes swore, that he would soon rid the Towne of that Puritan;
in the morning his wife began mildly to blame him for his acting against the Minister the day before, At which he with fearful Oaths swore, that he would soon rid the Town of that Puritan;
To conclude, the Judgements of God upon the persecutors of the Saints in Bohemia was such, that it was used as a Proverb among the adversaries themselves, that if any man were weary of his life, let him but attempt against the Piccardines (for so they called the Saints) and he should not live a yeare to an end.
To conclude, the Judgments of God upon the persecutors of the Saints in Bohemia was such, that it was used as a Proverb among the Adversaries themselves, that if any man were weary of his life, let him but attempt against the Picardines (for so they called the Saints) and he should not live a year to an end.
or in others eyes who are like unto themselves) who persecute the favourites of the King of Kings, that being the ready way to their owne ruine and destruction. But,
or in Others eyes who Are like unto themselves) who persecute the favourites of the King of Kings, that being the ready Way to their own ruin and destruction. But,
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Fourthly, It will appeare that persecutors are in the most sad and deplorable condition, if you doe but consider that there is a day a coming wherein God will fully reckon with all persecutors for their persecuting of his Saints: Psal. 9.12. When he maketh inquisition for blood, he remembreth them; he forgetteth not the cry of the humble:
Fourthly, It will appear that persecutors Are in the most sad and deplorable condition, if you do but Consider that there is a day a coming wherein God will Fully reckon with all persecutors for their persecuting of his Saints: Psalm 9.12. When he makes inquisition for blood, he Remember them; he forgetteth not the cry of the humble:
O there is a time a coming, when the Lord will make a very diligent and carefull search and enquiry after all the innocent blood of his afflicted and persecuted people, which persecutors and Tyrants have spilt as water upon the ground;
O there is a time a coming, when the Lord will make a very diligent and careful search and enquiry After all the innocent blood of his afflicted and persecuted people, which persecutors and Tyrants have spilled as water upon the ground;
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O persecutors, there is a time a coming, when God will make a strict enquiry after the blood of Hooper, Bradford, Latimer, Taylor, Ridly, &c. There is a time a coming, wherein God will enquire who silenced and suspended such and such Ministers,
O persecutors, there is a time a coming, when God will make a strict enquiry After the blood of Hooper, Bradford, Latimer, Taylor, Ridley, etc. There is a time a coming, wherein God will inquire who silenced and suspended such and such Ministers,
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There is a time when the Lord will make a very narrow enquiry into all the actions and practises of Ecclesiastical Courts, High Commissions, Committees, Assizes, Sessions, &c. and deale with persecutors as they have dealt with his people. Psal. 12.5. For the oppression of the poore, for the sighing of the needy, now will I arise, (saith the Lord) I will set him in safety from him that puffeth at him.
There is a time when the Lord will make a very narrow enquiry into all the actions and practises of Ecclesiastical Courts, High Commissions, Committees, Assizes, Sessions, etc. and deal with persecutors as they have dealt with his people. Psalm 12.5. For the oppression of the poor, for the sighing of the needy, now will I arise, (Says the Lord) I will Set him in safety from him that Puffeth At him.
and weep and sigh, then the Lord will arise, and ease them of their oppressions, and make their day of extremity, a glorious opportunity to work for his own glory, and his peoples good.
and weep and sighs, then the Lord will arise, and ease them of their oppressions, and make their day of extremity, a glorious opportunity to work for his own glory, and his peoples good.
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Christ sent his Apostles and Disciples to invite the Jewes to a marriage feast, to a stately feast, to a feast made by a King, upon the account of his Son, of his only Son, of his beloved Son, of his Son that is King of Kings,
christ sent his Apostles and Disciples to invite the Jews to a marriage feast, to a stately feast, to a feast made by a King, upon the account of his Son, of his only Son, of his Beloved Son, of his Son that is King of Kings,
and some they imprisoned and scourged, and others they put to death, as Stephen and James, &c. and O what spitefulness and ingratitude was this to returne evill for good, to requite them with reproaches, prisons, scourges,
and Some they imprisoned and scourged, and Others they put to death, as Stephen and James, etc. and Oh what spitefulness and ingratitude was this to return evil for good, to requite them with Reproaches, prisons, scourges,
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The murderers in the text were the Jewes, and the Armies were the Romans; now they are called Gods Armies, because God imployed them as the executioners of his wrath upon Jerusalem; now these Roman Armies did burne up their City, which was once the Paradise of the world,
The murderers in the text were the Jews, and the Armies were the Romans; now they Are called God's Armies, Because God employed them as the executioners of his wrath upon Jerusalem; now these Roman Armies did burn up their city, which was once the Paradise of the world,
O there is a day a coming when the last Trumpet shall sound, and then all the persecutors of the Saints will grow mad, O then they will fret and fume, and tear and torment themselves,
O there is a day a coming when the last Trumpet shall found, and then all the persecutors of the Saints will grow mad, Oh then they will fret and fume, and tear and torment themselves,
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and wish for the mounta••s and rocks to fall upon them, and to hide them from the wrath of the Lamb, who in that day will with a witness avenge all his afflicted and persecuted ones.
and wish for the mounta••s and Rocks to fallen upon them, and to hide them from the wrath of the Lamb, who in that day will with a witness avenge all his afflicted and persecuted ones.
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Alas, all the sorrows, troubles, afflictions, vexations, torments and punishments that befall the persecutors of the Saints in this life, they are but quasi tales, as it were such, they are but the beginnings of sorrows, they are but Types and Figures of those easeless, endless,
Alas, all the sorrows, Troubles, afflictions, vexations, torments and punishments that befall the persecutors of the Saints in this life, they Are but quasi tales, as it were such, they Are but the beginnings of sorrows, they Are but Types and Figures of those easeless, endless,
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Fifthly, and lastly, Persecutors at present are under an evident token of perdition and destruction, they have the marks and signes of divine displeasure upon them. Phil. 1.28.
Fifthly, and lastly, Persecutors At present Are under an evident token of perdition and destruction, they have the marks and Signs of divine displeasure upon them. Philip 1.28.
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Persecuted Christians ought not to be disheartned or discouraged, but rather to take heart and courage by all the persecutions that are raised against them,
Persecuted Christians ought not to be disheartened or discouraged, but rather to take heart and courage by all the persecutions that Are raised against them,
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A state of unbeliefe, hardness of heart, blindness of mind, searedness of conscience, perversness of spirit, slighting and despising of that which is good, hating of the light,
A state of unbelief, hardness of heart, blindness of mind, searedness of conscience, perverseness of Spirit, slighting and despising of that which is good, hating of the Light,
if the Bush (the Church) be all on a light fire, the Angel of the Covenant will be in the midst of it. Isa. 43.2. When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee;
if the Bush (the Church) be all on a Light fire, the Angel of the Covenant will be in the midst of it. Isaiah 43.2. When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee;
It is the deriding question which persecutors put to the Saints in the time of their tryals and troubles, Ʋbi Deus? Where is now your God? but they may returne a bold and confident answer, Hic Deus, Our God is here, our God is nigh unto us, our God is round about us, our God is in the midst of us, our God has given us his promise, that he will never, never leave us, nor forsake us;
It is the deriding question which persecutors put to the Saints in the time of their trials and Troubles, Ʋbi Deus? Where is now your God? but they may return a bold and confident answer, Hic Deus, Our God is Here, our God is High unto us, our God is round about us, our God is in the midst of us, our God has given us his promise, that he will never, never leave us, nor forsake us;
When a company of poor Christians were going into Banishment, one standing by to see them pass along, said that it was a very sad condition that those poor people were in, to be thus hurried from the society of men,
When a company of poor Christians were going into Banishment, one standing by to see them pass along, said that it was a very sad condition that those poor people were in, to be thus hurried from the society of men,
and precious ordinances, lookt upon their Brethren in Babylon as a poor, miserable, despicable, forlorne, and forsaken people, yea as a people without God, and without his worship and ordinances,
and precious ordinances, looked upon their Brothers in Babylon as a poor, miserable, despicable, forlorn, and forsaken people, yea as a people without God, and without his worship and ordinances,
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but our God has bound himselfe with many Golden chains, I meane promises, that he will never leave nor forsake his people in their greatest necessity and extremity.
but our God has bound himself with many Golden chains, I mean promises, that he will never leave nor forsake his people in their greatest necessity and extremity.
'tis a gainfull loss to suffer for the truth, 'tis a lossfull gaine by time-serving and base complying with the lusts and humors of men, to provide for our present safety, security, plenty, peace,
it's a gainful loss to suffer for the truth, it's a lossful gain by time-serving and base complying with the Lustiest and humours of men, to provide for our present safety, security, plenty, peace,
When Henry the fourth of France had conquered his enemies, he turn'd Papist, and gave this reason of it, That he might settle himselfe in peace and safety.
When Henry the fourth of France had conquered his enemies, he turned Papist, and gave this reason of it, That he might settle himself in peace and safety.
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and thus by endeavouring to save his life he lost it. One Philbert Hamlin in France, having converted a Priest to the profession of the truth, was together with the Priest apprehended and cast into prison at Burdeaux: But after a while, the Priest being terrified with the prison,
and thus by endeavouring to save his life he lost it. One Philbert Hamlin in France, having converted a Priest to the profession of the truth, was together with the Priest apprehended and cast into prison At Burdeaux: But After a while, the Priest being terrified with the prison,
O unhappy and more then miserable man, is it possible that to save your life for a few dayes, you should so deny the truth? Know therefore, that though you have avoided the corporal fire,
Oh unhappy and more then miserable man, is it possible that to save your life for a few days, you should so deny the truth? Know Therefore, that though you have avoided the corporal fire,
So ver. 38. Whosoever therefore shall be ashamed of me, and of my words, in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed when he cometh in the glory of his Father, with the holy Angels.
So ver. 38. Whosoever Therefore shall be ashamed of me, and of my words, in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed when he comes in the glory of his Father, with the holy Angels.
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O what a Sea of sorrow, and a hell of horror will this raise in him? I have read that when Sapores King of Persia raised a violent persecution against the Christians, Ʋsthazares, an old Nobleman,
Oh what a Sea of sorrow, and a hell of horror will this raise in him? I have read that when Sapores King of Persiam raised a violent persecution against the Christians, Ʋsthazares, an old Nobleman,
and then brake out into these (like) words, Ah how shall I appear before that God that I have denyed? with what face shall I behold that God of whom I have been ashamed,
and then brake out into these (like) words, Ah how shall I appear before that God that I have denied? with what face shall I behold that God of whom I have been ashamed,
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when Simeon my old Familiar acquaintance will not endure to look upon me, but disdains to bestow a civil salute upon me? if he frown now, O how will God behold me when I shall stand before his Tribunal-Seat? And this Physick so wrought with him, that he recovered his spiritual strength,
when Simeon my old Familiar acquaintance will not endure to look upon me, but disdains to bestow a civil salute upon me? if he frown now, Oh how will God behold me when I shall stand before his Tribunal-seat? And this Physic so wrought with him, that he recovered his spiritual strength,
Cyprian in his Sermon de lapsis, makes mention of divers, who forsaking the profession of their faith, were given over by God to be possest by evil spirits,
Cyprian in his Sermon the Lapsis, makes mention of diverse, who forsaking the profession of their faith, were given over by God to be possessed by evil spirits,
afterwards in the reign of Queen Mary, this young man was cast into prison for his Religion, who remembring his old friend and spiritual father the Smith, (to whom he always carried a reverend respect for the good that he had received by him) sent to know whether he was not imprisoned also,
afterwards in the Reign of Queen Marry, this young man was cast into prison for his Religion, who remembering his old friend and spiritual father the Smith, (to whom he always carried a reverend respect for the good that he had received by him) sent to know whither he was not imprisoned also,
whether he thought it best for him to remain in prison? and whether he would encourage him to burn at a Stake for his Religion? To whom the Smith answered, that his cause was good,
whither he Thought it best for him to remain in prison? and whither he would encourage him to burn At a Stake for his Religion? To whom the Smith answered, that his cause was good,
then that Christ should set his house on fire, and burn him in the midst of it? He that will not suffer for Christ, shall be sure to suffer worse things from Christ,
then that christ should Set his house on fire, and burn him in the midst of it? He that will not suffer for christ, shall be sure to suffer Worse things from christ,
In the Bohemian persecution, John Campan having forsaken his Religion, said to his wife, this day is salvation come to our house, whereunto she answered, this day a curse is brought into our house,
In the Bohemian persecution, John Campan having forsaken his Religion, said to his wife, this day is salvation come to our house, whereunto she answered, this day a curse is brought into our house,
Christ seems to say to all that refuse to suffer for him, as King Rehoboam said to the Ten Tribes (the order of the words being onely inverted) My little finger shall be thicker then your persecutors loins,
christ seems to say to all that refuse to suffer for him, as King Rehoboam said to the Ten Tribes (the order of the words being only inverted) My little finger shall be thicker then your persecutors loins,
And therefore as you would not suffer such hard things from Christ, O take heed of being unwilling to suffer any thing for Christs sake, or the Gospels sake. But,
And Therefore as you would not suffer such hard things from christ, Oh take heed of being unwilling to suffer any thing for Christ sake, or the Gospels sake. But,
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yet God has other thoughts, and other aims, even the drawing away of that corrupt blood, that pride, that self-love, that worldliness, that carnalness,
yet God has other thoughts, and other aims, even the drawing away of that corrupt blood, that pride, that Self-love, that worldliness, that carnalness,
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Men that now imbrace the Word, will in times of persecution distast the Word, if it be not rooted in their understandings, judgements, wills, affections, and consciences;
Men that now embrace the Word, will in times of persecution distaste the Word, if it be not rooted in their understandings, Judgments, wills, affections, and Consciences;
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but when the rain of affliction descended, and the floods of tribulation came, and the winds of persecution blew and beat upon that house, it fell,
but when the rain of affliction descended, and the floods of tribulation Come, and the winds of persecution blue and beatrice upon that house, it fell,
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No professors will be able to stand it out in all winds and weathers, but such as are built upon a Rock, all others will sink, shatter, and fall when the wind of persecution blows upon them;
No professors will be able to stand it out in all winds and weathers, but such as Are built upon a Rock, all Others will sink, shatter, and fallen when the wind of persecution blows upon them;
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The three children, Shadrach, Meshech, and Abednego, would rather burn then bow, they would rather suffer then sin, which was an evident proof of their sincerity and ingenuity;
The three children, Shadrach, Meshech, and Abednego, would rather burn then bow, they would rather suffer then since, which was an evident proof of their sincerity and ingenuity;
but now unsound hearts will exceedingly shuffle and shift to shift off persecution; witness those false Teachers in Gal. 6.12. As many as desire to make a fair shew (or as the Greek has it, to set a good face on it) in the flesh, they constrain you to be circumcised:
but now unsound hearts will exceedingly shuffle and shift to shift off persecution; witness those false Teachers in Gal. 6.12. As many as desire to make a fair show (or as the Greek has it, to Set a good face on it) in the Flesh, they constrain you to be circumcised:
The Samaritans, as long as the Jewish Religion flourished and was in honor, caused a Temple to be built on Mount Garazin, that therein they might not be inferior to the Jews;
The Samaritans, as long as the Jewish Religion flourished and was in honour, caused a Temple to be built on Mount Gadarene, that therein they might not be inferior to the jews;
and fearing least they should be handled in the like manner, they changed both their coat and their note, affirming that they were but Israelites, but Sidonians, and that they had built their Temple, not unto God,
and fearing lest they should be handled in the like manner, they changed both their coat and their note, affirming that they were but Israelites, but Sidonians, and that they had built their Temple, not unto God,
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but to Jupiter. Thus times of affliction and persecution will distinguish the precious from the vile, 'twill difference the counterfeit professor from the true.
but to Jupiter. Thus times of affliction and persecution will distinguish the precious from the vile, it'll difference the counterfeit professor from the true.
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nothing speaks out more soundness and uprightness, then a pursuing after holiness, even then when holiness is most afflicted, pursued, and persecuted in the world;
nothing speaks out more soundness and uprightness, then a pursuing After holiness, even then when holiness is most afflicted, pursued, and persecuted in the world;
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Secondly, All the troubles and persecutions which Satan or his instruments raise against the Saints of the most high shall not diminish their number, but rather increase them.
Secondly, All the Troubles and persecutions which Satan or his Instruments raise against the Saints of the most high shall not diminish their number, but rather increase them.
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The more the Israelites in Egypt were oppressed, afflicted, and persecuted, the more they increased and multiplyed, Exod. 1.10, 11, 12, 13. Come, say they, let us deal wisely with them, lest they multiply;
The more the Israelites in Egypt were oppressed, afflicted, and persecuted, the more they increased and multiplied, Exod 1.10, 11, 12, 13. Come, say they, let us deal wisely with them, lest they multiply;
but they returned fourty two thousand three hundred and threescore, besides their servants and their Maids, of whom there were seven thousand three hundred thirty and seven.
but they returned fourty two thousand three hundred and threescore, beside their Servants and their Maids, of whom there were seven thousand three hundred thirty and seven.
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In the 8. of the Acts you read of a great persecution, and the storm beat so hard upon the Churches, that it dispersed and scattered them up and down;
In the 8. of the Acts you read of a great persecution, and the storm beatrice so hard upon the Churches, that it dispersed and scattered them up and down;
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Samaria was a very wicked corrupt place, and bewitch't by the Sorceries of Simon Magus, yet God had his people there, and by the Ministry of Philip (not Philip the Apostle,
Samaria was a very wicked corrupt place, and bewitched by the Sorceries of Simon Magus, yet God had his people there, and by the Ministry of Philip (not Philip the Apostle,
and great council, exploded, blasphemed and persecuted at Jerusalem (which was once the holy City) yet it was with joy received in the poluted, bewitched, scorned and dispised City of Samaria. O the Freeness! O the riches of grace!
and great council, exploded, blasphemed and persecuted At Jerusalem (which was once the holy city) yet it was with joy received in the polluted, bewitched, scorned and despised city of Samaria. Oh the Freeness! O the riches of grace!
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The removing of the seven Churches in Asia, brought the Gospel to Europe and Affrica. During the ten cruel persecutions of the Heathen Emperors, the Christian faith was spread thorow all places of the Empire,
The removing of the seven Churches in Asia, brought the Gospel to Europe and Africa. During the ten cruel persecutions of the Heathen Emperor's, the Christian faith was spread thorough all places of the Empire,
In Dioclesians time under whom the last and worst of the ten persecutions fell, for then Christian Religion was more desperately opposed and persecuted then ever,
In Diocletians time under whom the last and worst of the ten persecutions fell, for then Christian Religion was more desperately opposed and persecuted then ever,
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yea, and 'tis not to be forgotten, that when two Kings wrote against Luther, viz. Henry the eighth of England, and Ludovicus of Hungary, this Kingly Title being entred into the controversie, made men more diligently and curiously to examine the matter, by which means there was stir'd up in men a general inclination to Luthers opinion.
yea, and it's not to be forgotten, that when two Kings wrote against Luther, viz. Henry the eighth of England, and Louis of Hungary, this Kingly Title being entered into the controversy, made men more diligently and curiously to examine the matter, by which means there was stirred up in men a general inclination to Luthers opinion.
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if men would sit down and study which way to make most proselytes to such and such opinions and practices that are different from their own, certainly they cannot pitch upon a better way then to persecute those that differ from them;
if men would fit down and study which Way to make most Proselytes to such and such opinions and practices that Are different from their own, Certainly they cannot pitch upon a better Way then to persecute those that differ from them;
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by these Spiritual weapons Satan was disarmed, and rebellious transgressors were conquered, captivated, and subdued to the obedience of the Lord Jesus. But,
by these Spiritual weapons Satan was disarmed, and rebellious transgressors were conquered, captivated, and subdued to the Obedience of the Lord jesus. But,
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Thirdly, The troubles, afflictions, and persecutions that befall you in the pursuit after holiness, may issue in the conversion and salvation of others,
Thirdly, The Troubles, afflictions, and persecutions that befall you in the pursuit After holiness, may issue in the conversion and salvation of Others,
even unto bonds, but the Word of God is not bound, (though Paul was fettered, yet the word was free) Therefore I endure all things for the Elects sakes, that they may also obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus, with eternal glory.
even unto bonds, but the Word of God is not bound, (though Paul was fettered, yet the word was free) Therefore I endure all things for the Elects sakes, that they may also obtain the salvation which is in christ jesus, with Eternal glory.
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Paul for preaching of the Gospel clearly and faithfully was imprisoned at Rome, and handled as if he had been a malefactor, all which he was contented to suffer upon these very grounds, that the Elect might be called, converted, saved and glorified.
Paul for preaching of the Gospel clearly and faithfully was imprisoned At Room, and handled as if he had been a Malefactor, all which he was contented to suffer upon these very grounds, that the Elect might be called, converted, saved and glorified.
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for as bloody as her Raign was, most of the prisons in England were turn'd into Christian Schools and Churches (saith Mr. Fox ) so that there was no greater comfort then for Christians to resort to prisons,
for as bloody as her Reign was, most of the prisons in England were turned into Christian Schools and Churches (Says Mr. Fox) so that there was no greater Comfort then for Christians to resort to prisons,
And that was a remarkable saying of Luther (Ecclesia totum mundum convert it sanguine & oratione) the Church converteth the whole world by blood and prayer.
And that was a remarkable saying of Luther (Ecclesia totum Mundum convert it sanguine & oration) the Church Converts the Whole world by blood and prayer.
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Now if by your troubles, afflictions, and persecutions, and the exercise of grace under them, you shall be instrumental to convert and save a soul or souls from wrath to come, it will turn wonderfully to your advantage,
Now if by your Troubles, afflictions, and persecutions, and the exercise of grace under them, you shall be instrumental to convert and save a soul or Souls from wrath to come, it will turn wonderfully to your advantage,
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and you shall shine as the stars for ever and ever, Dan. 12.3. That same power, presence, wisdom, and grace, that converted others by the sufferings of former Saints, is able to accomplish the same glorious effects by the sufferings of the Saints of this Generation;
and you shall shine as the Stars for ever and ever, Dan. 12.3. That same power, presence, Wisdom, and grace, that converted Others by the sufferings of former Saints, is able to accomplish the same glorious effects by the sufferings of the Saints of this Generation;
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Fourthly, The troubles, afflictions, and persecutions that Christians meet with in their pursuit after holiness, will further the increase and growth of their grace;
Fourthly, The Troubles, afflictions, and persecutions that Christians meet with in their pursuit After holiness, will further the increase and growth of their grace;
yea these things will make his face like the face of an Adamant, as God promised to make Ezekiels: Now an Adamant is the hardest of stones, 'tis harder then a flint,
yea these things will make his face like the face of an Adamant, as God promised to make Ezekiel's: Now an Adamant is the Hardest of stones, it's harder then a flint,
in times of persecution, a good cause, a good God, and a good conscience will make a Christian like an Adamant, 'twill make him invincible, and unchangeabl•.
in times of persecution, a good cause, a good God, and a good conscience will make a Christian like an Adamant, it'll make him invincible, and unchangeabl•.
When one desired to know what kind of man Basil was, there was presented to him in a dream, saith the History, a Pillar of fire with this motto (Talis est Basilius) Basil is such a one, he is all on a light fire for God;
When one desired to know what kind of man Basil was, there was presented to him in a dream, Says the History, a Pillar of fire with this motto (Talis est Basil) Basil is such a one, he is all on a Light fire for God;
many a man had not been so stout and resolute against bowing the knee to Baal, if multitudes had not been worshppers of Baal. All the afflictions and persecutions that befall the people of God, do but add to their spiritual life, light, and lustre.
many a man had not been so stout and resolute against bowing the knee to Baal, if Multitudes had not been worshppers of Baal. All the afflictions and persecutions that befall the people of God, do but add to their spiritual life, Light, and lustre.
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but when affliction and persecution comes upon them, this unites them together. Though the sheep in Sun-shine dayes feed at a distance, and wander one from another;
but when affliction and persecution comes upon them, this unites them together. Though the sheep in Sunshine days feed At a distance, and wander one from Another;
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and fast together, and communicate experiences together, and stand together, and fall together, and rise together, &c. When Gebal & Ammon and Amaleck did combine, the people of God kept close together:
and fast together, and communicate experiences together, and stand together, and fallen together, and rise together, etc. When Gebal & Ammon and Amalek did combine, the people of God kept close together:
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I have read of Ptolomeus Philadelphius King of Egypt, that he caused the Bible to be translated by seventy Interpreters, which seventy were severally disposed of in seventy several Cels,
I have read of Ptolemy Philadelphius King of Egypt, that he caused the bible to be translated by seventy Interpreters, which seventy were severally disposed of in seventy several Cells,
truth thrives most when it is most opposed and pesecuted, Phil. 1.12, 13, 14. But I would ye should understand, Brethren, that the things which hapned unto me, have fallen out rather unto the furtherance of the Gospel;
truth thrives most when it is most opposed and pesecuted, Philip 1.12, 13, 14. But I would you should understand, Brothers, that the things which happened unto me, have fallen out rather unto the furtherance of the Gospel;
the Apostle meets with these, and tells them, that though they designed and intended the disgrace and hinderance of the Gospel by his imprisonment and bonds;
the Apostle meets with these, and tells them, that though they designed and intended the disgrace and hindrance of the Gospel by his imprisonment and bonds;
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and the hand of the Lord was with them to the conversion of many, Act. 11.19. — 25. Now they which were scattered abroad upon the persecution that arose about Stephen, travelled as far as Phenice, & Cyprus, and Antioch, preaching the word to none but the Jews only;
and the hand of the Lord was with them to the conversion of many, Act. 11.19. — 25. Now they which were scattered abroad upon the persecution that arose about Stephen, traveled as Far as Phenice, & Cyprus, and Antioch, preaching the word to none but the jews only;
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Then tidings of these things came unto the ears of the Church which was in Jerusalem; and they sent forth Barnabas, that he should go as far as Antioch: who when he came,
Then tidings of these things Come unto the ears of the Church which was in Jerusalem; and they sent forth Barnabas, that he should go as Far as Antioch: who when he Come,
The Apostles did not fret, and fume, and storm, and take on, because these Brethren preacht the Lord Jesus without ordination to the work of the Ministry. O no;
The Apostles did not fret, and fume, and storm, and take on, Because these Brothers preached the Lord jesus without ordination to the work of the Ministry. O no;
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but they were glad and rejoyced in their bringing in of souls to Christ, and they made it their work to exhort, encourage and build up those that were brought in;
but they were glad and rejoiced in their bringing in of Souls to christ, and they made it their work to exhort, encourage and built up those that were brought in;
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A Christians heart is never so full of joy, as it is when he is under sufferings, Acts. 5.41. And they departed from the presence of the Council, rejoycing that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name:
A Christians heart is never so full of joy, as it is when he is under sufferings, Acts. 5.41. And they departed from the presence of the Council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name:
Paul was a man that took a great deale of pleasure in his sufferings for Christ; 2 Cor. 12.10. Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christs sake:
Paul was a man that took a great deal of pleasure in his sufferings for christ; 2 Cor. 12.10. Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in Reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in Distresses for Christ sake:
So Rom. 5.3, 4. And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also, knowing that tribulation works patience; and patience, experience; and experience, hope.
So Rom. 5.3, 4. And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also, knowing that tribulation works patience; and patience, experience; and experience, hope.
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Old Souldiers could not glory and joy more in their marks and scars of honour, then these Saints did in their tribulations and persecutions for Christs sake.
Old Soldiers could not glory and joy more in their marks and scars of honour, then these Saints did in their tribulations and persecutions for Christ sake.
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Eusebius tells us of Algerius the Italian martyr, how that writing to his friend from a stinking Dungeon, he dates his Letter from my delicate Orchard;
Eusebius tells us of Algiers the Italian martyr, how that writing to his friend from a stinking Dungeon, he dates his letter from my delicate Orchard;
Henry and John (two Augustin Monks) being the first that were burnt in Germany, and Mr. Rogers the first that was burnt in Queen Maries dayes, did all sing in the flames.
Henry and John (two Augustin Monks) being the First that were burned in Germany, and Mr. Rogers the First that was burned in Queen Mary's days, did all sing in the flames.
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If men did but know by experience the sweet that is in suffering for Christ, they would desire with Chrysostom, if it were put to their choice, rather to be Paul a prisoner of Jesus Christ,
If men did but know by experience the sweet that is in suffering for christ, they would desire with Chrysostom, if it were put to their choice, rather to be Paul a prisoner of jesus christ,
then Paul wrapt up in the third heaven. One of the holy Women that suffered Martyrdom in this Nation, rejoyced that she might have her foot in the same hole of the Stocks, in which Mr. Philpots had been before.
then Paul wrapped up in the third heaven. One of the holy Women that suffered Martyrdom in this nation, rejoiced that she might have her foot in the same hold of the Stocks, in which Mr. Philpots had been before.
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William Tims Martyr, in a Letter to a friend of his a little before his death, writeth thus, Now I take my leave of you till we meet in heaven, and hie you after;
William Tims Martyr, in a letter to a friend of his a little before his death, Writeth thus, Now I take my leave of you till we meet in heaven, and high you After;
you shall finde me merrily singing, Holy, holy, holy Lord God of Sabboth, at my journeys end, &c. And when they kindled the fire at the feete of James Bainkam, me-thinks, said he, you strew roses before me.
you shall find me merrily singing, Holy, holy, holy Lord God of Sabbath, At my journeys end, etc. And when they kindled the fire At the feet of James Bainkam, methinks, said he, you strew roses before me.
And holy Mr. Saunders speaking of his consolations in his sufferings, saith, that he found a wonderfull sweet refreshment flow from his heart unto all the members of his body,
And holy Mr. Saunders speaking of his consolations in his sufferings, Says, that he found a wonderful sweet refreshment flow from his heart unto all the members of his body,
and from all the parts of his body to his heart againe. By all these instances 'tis most evident that persecuting times are the Saints rejoycing times;
and from all the parts of his body to his heart again. By all these instances it's most evident that persecuting times Are the Saints rejoicing times;
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and the God of all comfort, who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in trouble, by the comfort wherewith we our selves are comforted of God.
and the God of all Comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to Comfort them which Are in trouble, by the Comfort wherewith we our selves Are comforted of God.
Oh the sweet looks, the sweet words, the sweet hints, the sweet in-comes, the sweet joggings, the sweet imbraces, the sweet influences, the sweet discoveries, the sweet love-letters, the sweet love-tokens,
O the sweet looks, the sweet words, the sweet hints, the sweet incomes, the sweet joggings, the sweet embraces, the sweet influences, the sweet discoveries, the sweet Love letters, the sweet love-tokens,
and the sweet comforts that Christians experience in their sufferings for Christ; in all their afflictions and persecutions, they may truly say, we have sweet-meats to eate,
and the sweet comforts that Christians experience in their sufferings for christ; in all their afflictions and persecutions, they may truly say, we have sweetmeats to eat,
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but when the weather is cold? and when should the cordiall be given, but when the patient is weak? and when should the God of comfort, the God of all kinds of comfort,
but when the weather is cold? and when should the cordial be given, but when the patient is weak? and when should the God of Comfort, the God of all Kinds of Comfort,
and the God of all degrees of comfort, comfort his people, but under their afflictions and persecutions? for then comfort is most proper, necessary, seasonable and sutable,
and the God of all Degrees of Comfort, Comfort his people, but under their afflictions and persecutions? for then Comfort is most proper, necessary, seasonable and suitable,
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Eighthly, I answer, That to suffer affliction and persecution for holiness sake, is the greatest and the highest honour that you are capable of in this world;
Eighthly, I answer, That to suffer affliction and persecution for holiness sake, is the greatest and the highest honour that you Are capable of in this world;
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the crowne of a Mrtyrdom is a crowne that the Angels those Princes of glory are not capable of winning or wearing; and O who art thou! what art thou, O man!
the crown of a Mrtyrdom is a crown that the Angels those Princes of glory Are not capable of winning or wearing; and Oh who art thou! what art thou, Oh man!
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The very suffering condition of the people of God, is at the present a glorious condition, for the Spirit of glory rests upon them, and they must needs be glorious,
The very suffering condition of the people of God, is At the present a glorious condition, for the Spirit of glory rests upon them, and they must needs be glorious,
nor in the interest that he had in the hearts of the Saints, nor in his arts or parts, &c. but he glories in his sufferings, in that 2 Cor. 11.23. — 28. In stripes above measure; in prisons more frequent; in deaths oft.
nor in the Interest that he had in the hearts of the Saints, nor in his arts or parts, etc. but he Glories in his sufferings, in that 2 Cor. 11.23. — 28. In stripes above measure; in prisons more frequent; in death's oft.
In journeying often, in perils of waters, in perils of robbers, in perils by my own Countrey men, in perils by the heathen, in perils in the City, in perils in the wilderness, in perils in the Sea, in perils among false brethren.
In journeying often, in perils of waters, in perils of robbers, in perils by my own Country men, in perils by the heathen, in perils in the city, in perils in the Wilderness, in perils in the Sea, in perils among false brothers.
To suffer for Christ is the greatest honour and promotion that God gives in this world, said old Father Latimer. John Noyes took up a Fagot at the fire and kissed it, saying, Blessed be the time that ever I was borne to come to this preferment.
To suffer for christ is the greatest honour and promotion that God gives in this world, said old Father Latimer. John Noyes took up a Faggot At the fire and kissed it, saying, Blessed be the time that ever I was born to come to this preferment.
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I am the unincetest man for this high office of suffering for Christ that ever was appointed to it, said blessed Sanders. I shall conclude this head with that excellent saying of Prudentius; Their names (saith he) that are written in red letters of blood in the Churches Calender, are written in Golden letters in Christs Register, the book of life.
I am the unincetest man for this high office of suffering for christ that ever was appointed to it, said blessed Sanders. I shall conclude this head with that excellent saying of Prudentius; Their names (Says he) that Are written in read letters of blood in the Churches Calendar, Are written in Golden letters in Christ Register, the book of life.
Ninthly, I answer, That the afflictions, persecutions, and sufferings that attend Christians in these dayes, are nothing to the fiery trialls that the Saints and Martyrs of old have met with;
Ninthly, I answer, That the afflictions, persecutions, and sufferings that attend Christians in these days, Are nothing to the fiery trials that the Saints and Martyrs of old have met with;
our sufferings are hardly to be nam'd in the day wherein those sore and heavy things are mentioned, that those precious and famous Worthyes of old have suffered.
our sufferings Are hardly to be named in the day wherein those soar and heavy things Are mentioned, that those precious and famous Worthies of old have suffered.
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History tells us that in the Ten primitive persecutions, they exercised all manner of cruelty and torments that could be devised against the Christians: 1. in the Reigne of Adrian the Emperour, there were ten thousand Christians crucified in the Mount Ararat, crowned with crownes of Thornes,
History tells us that in the Ten primitive persecutions, they exercised all manner of cruelty and torments that could be devised against the Christians: 1. in the Reign of Adrian the Emperor, there were ten thousand Christians Crucified in the Mount Ararat, crowned with crowns of Thorns,
and their intrailes and bowells were seen, and afterwards they were set upon sharp shells, (taken out of the Sea edged and sharp) and certaine nailes and thornes were sharpned and pointed (called Obelisci ) for them to goe upon,
and their entrails and bowels were seen, and afterwards they were Set upon sharp shells, (taken out of the Sea edged and sharp) and certain nails and thorns were sharpened and pointed (called Obelisci) for them to go upon,
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and after all this cruelty they were throwne to wild beasts to be devoured. 3. Multitudes were banished. 4. Others were drawn asunder with wild Horses. 5. Some were Rackt with bars of Iron. 6. Others were cast into loathsome Dungeons. 7. Some were burnt in the fire. 8. Others were knockt downe,
and After all this cruelty they were thrown to wild beasts to be devoured. 3. Multitudes were banished. 4. Others were drawn asunder with wild Horses. 5. some were Racked with bars of Iron. 6. Others were cast into loathsome Dungeons. 7. some were burned in the fire. 8. Others were knocked down,
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and had their braines beate out with Staves and Clubs. 9. Some were prickt in their faces and eyes with sharp Reeds. 10. Others were stoned to death with stones,
and had their brains beat out with Staves and Clubs. 9. some were pricked in their faces and eyes with sharp Reeds. 10. Others were stoned to death with stones,
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and their joynts broken. 13. Some were cast downe from very high places. 14. Others were beheaded. 15. Some were tormented with Razors. 16. Others were slaine with the sword. 17. Some were run thorow with Pikes. 18. Others were driven into the wilderness, where they wandered up and downe, suffering hunger and cold,
and their Joints broken. 13. some were cast down from very high places. 14. Others were beheaded. 15. some were tormented with Razors. 16. Others were slain with the sword. 17. some were run thorough with Pikes. 18. Others were driven into the Wilderness, where they wandered up and down, suffering hunger and cold,
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and where they were exposed to the fury both of wild beasts, and also to the rage of the barbarous Arabians. 19. Some fled into Caves, which by their persecutors were rammed up with stones,
and where they were exposed to the fury both of wild beasts, and also to the rage of the barbarous Arabians. 19. some fled into Caves, which by their persecutors were rammed up with stones,
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and there they dyed. 20. Others were troden to death by the people. 21. Some were hanged on Gibbets, with fire under their sides. 22. Others were cast into the Sea and drown'd. 23. Some were slaine in mettal Mines. 24. Others were hanged by the feet,
and there they died. 20. Others were trodden to death by the people. 21. some were hanged on Gibbets, with fire under their sides. 22. Others were cast into the Sea and drowned. 23. some were slain in metal Mines. 24. Others were hanged by the feet,
and then roasted with a soft fire. 26. Others were hanged by one hand, that they might feele the weight of their whole bodies, scorching & broyling over burning Coales. 27. Some were shot through with Arrowes,
and then roasted with a soft fire. 26. Others were hanged by one hand, that they might feel the weight of their Whole bodies, scorching & broiling over burning Coals. 27. some were shot through with Arrows,
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and turned out of doores in cold frosty nights, and burnt the next day. 29. In Syria, a company of Christian virgins were stript stark-naked to be scorned by the multitude,
and turned out of doors in cold frosty nights, and burned the next day. 29. In Syria, a company of Christian Virgins were stripped stark-naked to be scorned by the multitude,
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then shaved, then covered with swill and draffe, and then torne in pieces and devoured by swine. 30. Lastly, many women had one joynt of their bodies pulled from another, and their flesh and sides scratched with Tallons of wild Beasts to the bones,
then shaved, then covered with swill and draff, and then torn in Pieces and devoured by Swine. 30. Lastly, many women had one joint of their bodies pulled from Another, and their Flesh and sides scratched with Talons of wild Beasts to the bones,
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And thus you have an account of thirty severall wayes, by which the precious sons and daughters of Zion have formerly been afflicted, tormented, and destroyed;
And thus you have an account of thirty several ways, by which the precious Sons and daughters of Zion have formerly been afflicted, tormented, and destroyed;
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whether your fufferings are worth a naming in that day, wherein the sufferings of the precious servants of God in the primitive times are spoken of? O no;
whither your sufferings Are worth a naming in that day, wherein the sufferings of the precious Servants of God in the primitive times Are spoken of? O no;
Petrus Blesensis has long since observed, that the Courtiers of his time suffered as many vexations, with weariness and painfulness, with hunger and thirst,
Peter Blesensis has long since observed, that the Courtiers of his time suffered as many vexations, with weariness and painfulness, with hunger and thirst,
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I have read of a Roman servant, who knowing his Master was sought for by Officers to be put to death, he to save his Masters life, put himselfe into his Masters Cloathes that he might be taken for him,
I have read of a Roman servant, who knowing his Master was sought for by Officers to be put to death, he to save his Masters life, put himself into his Masters Clothes that he might be taken for him,
or to preserve a wretched life for a few dayes, yea for a few houres sometimes? O the tortures and torments that many Romans and others have undergon, sometimes out of love to their Countrey,
or to preserve a wretched life for a few days, yea for a few hours sometime? O the tortures and torments that many Romans and Others have undergone, sometime out of love to their Country,
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and sometimes to maintaine their credit and reputation among men, and sometimes out of an affectation of future fame and renowne, and to eternalize their names!
and sometime to maintain their credit and reputation among men, and sometime out of an affectation of future fame and renown, and to eternalize their names!
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and why then should Christians thinke so much of suffering afflictions and persecutions for holiness sake, the least dram of which being more worth then a thousand thousand of those things,
and why then should Christians think so much of suffering afflictions and persecutions for holiness sake, the least dram of which being more worth then a thousand thousand of those things,
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for which they have suffered such exquisite paines and torments? Ah what great things, what hard things doe many men daily suffer to gratifie their own lusts,
for which they have suffered such exquisite pains and torments? Ah what great things, what hard things do many men daily suffer to gratify their own Lustiest,
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yea their very souls to court a Dalilah? Oh the hell of horrors and terrors (which are worse then a thousand deaths) that many a sinner daily wades thorough to enjoy his sin!
yea their very Souls to court a Delilah? O the hell of horrors and terrors (which Are Worse then a thousand death's) that many a sinner daily wades through to enjoy his since!
and why then shouldst thou be startled in thy pursuit after holiness, because of afflictions and persecutions that may attend thee? when they are nothing to what many suffer from within and without, to enjoy that which will undoe them to all eternity, &c. But,
and why then Shouldst thou be startled in thy pursuit After holiness, Because of afflictions and persecutions that may attend thee? when they Are nothing to what many suffer from within and without, to enjoy that which will undo them to all eternity, etc. But,
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Eleventhly, I answer, Though persecutions may attend the pursuit of holiness, yet God has a thousand thousand wayes to preserve his people from being ruined and destroyed by perseting hands.
Eleventhly, I answer, Though persecutions may attend the pursuit of holiness, yet God has a thousand thousand ways to preserve his people from being ruined and destroyed by perseting hands.
God tyed up those curst Doggs, and laid such a restraint upon their wrath, rage, and malice, that they could not so much as touch a hair of Jacobs head;
God tied up those cursed Dogs, and laid such a restraint upon their wrath, rage, and malice, that they could not so much as touch a hair of Jacobs head;
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God stop't their mouthes, and bound their hands that they were not able to act any thing to the prejudice of Jacob. That God that laid a restraint upon the fierce wild creatures in Noahs Ark, that they might not prey upon the tamer,
God stopped their mouths, and bound their hands that they were not able to act any thing to the prejudice of Jacob. That God that laid a restraint upon the fierce wild creatures in Noahs Ark, that they might not prey upon the tamer,
When the Moabites were confederated with the Ammonites and those of Mount-Seir against Judah, God made them turn their swords into one anothers bowels,
When the Moabites were confederated with the Ammonites and those of Mount-Seir against Judah, God made them turn their swords into one another's bowels,
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When that Wolf Saul was even ready to devour David the Lamb, God lets loose those Doggs the Philistines upon Saul, and so by this means David was p•eserved and secured.
When that Wolf Saul was even ready to devour David the Lamb, God lets lose those Dogs the philistines upon Saul, and so by this means David was p•eserved and secured.
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and afterwards by stirring up the Grecians against the Persians, and the Romans against the Grecians, and the Gothes and Vandals, and other barbarous Nations against the Romans, he brought about the deliverance of his people:
and afterwards by stirring up the Greeks against the Persians, and the Romans against the Greeks, and the Goths and Vandals, and other barbarous nations against the Roman, he brought about the deliverance of his people:
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When the Emperor of Germany threatned utter ruine to all the Protestants within his Empire, God let loose the Turk to fall with great fury upon his Empire,
When the Emperor of Germany threatened utter ruin to all the Protestants within his Empire, God let lose the Turk to fallen with great fury upon his Empire,
And thus by his sudden and fearful judgement upon Herod, he gave rest, liberty and quiet to his people, Acts 12.23, 24. And so by his vengeance on persecuting Emperors, he gave rest to his people.
And thus by his sudden and fearful judgement upon Herod, he gave rest, liberty and quiet to his people, Acts 12.23, 24. And so by his vengeance on persecuting Emperor's, he gave rest to his people.
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When Julian the Apostate had vowed to to make an oblation of all the lives of the surviving Christians (as Gregory Nazianzen reports) God struck him with an Arrow from heaven, so that he died reviling of Christ,
When Julian the Apostate had vowed to to make an oblation of all the lives of the surviving Christians (as Gregory Nazianzen reports) God struck him with an Arrow from heaven, so that he died reviling of christ,
And when Eugenius the Tyrant endeavored to destroy the Armies of the Christians, under the Emperor Theodosius, God gave the very winds a command to wrest the weapons out of their enemies hands, and so preserved his people.
And when Eugenius the Tyrant endeavoured to destroy the Armies of the Christians, under the Emperor Theodosius, God gave the very winds a command to wrest the weapons out of their enemies hands, and so preserved his people.
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And thus by changing Pauls nature, by turning that Wolf into a Lamb, that devil into a Saint, he gave the Churches rest throughout all Judea, Galilee and Samaria; and this is one of the most desirable things in the world, that God would save his people from outward ruine, by ruining their persecutors sins,
And thus by changing Paul's nature, by turning that Wolf into a Lamb, that Devil into a Saint, he gave the Churches rest throughout all Judea, Galilee and Samaria; and this is one of the most desirable things in the world, that God would save his people from outward ruin, by ruining their persecutors Sins,
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Fifthly, God does this sometimes, by taking persecutors feet in the same snares that they have laid for others; Psal. 9.16. The wicked is snared in the work of his own hands. Higgaion Selah.
Fifthly, God does this sometime, by taking persecutors feet in the same snares that they have laid for Others; Psalm 9.16. The wicked is snared in the work of his own hands. Higgaion Selac.
Soon after Thomas Arundel Arch-bishop of Canterbury had condemned Sir John Oldcastle, a godly Knight, it pleased the Lord to strike the Arch-bishop so in his tongue, that he could neither swallow down any food,
Soon After Thomas Arundel Archbishop of Canterbury had condemned Sir John Oldcastle, a godly Knight, it pleased the Lord to strike the Archbishop so in his tongue, that he could neither swallow down any food,
The Duke of Somerset (in King Edward the sixth's days) by consenting to his brothers death, made way for his own, by the same Ax and hand that beheaded his brother.
The Duke of Somerset (in King Edward the sixth's days) by consenting to his Brother's death, made Way for his own, by the same Ax and hand that beheaded his brother.
and weep and wait a little, and you shall see that the Lord will take them in the very snares and pits that they have laid and digged for his people. But,
and weep and wait a little, and you shall see that the Lord will take them in the very snares and pits that they have laid and dug for his people. But,
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and as soon as he was in, there came a spider and weaved a Web before the hole, the next morning the murderers came to search for him, search in that hole, said one,
and as soon as he was in, there Come a spider and weaved a Web before the hold, the next morning the murderers Come to search for him, search in that hold, said one,
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for there is a Cob-web at the holes mouth, upon which they did not suspect his being there, by which means he was preserved from the rage and fury of those men of blood.
for there is a Cobweb At the holes Mouth, upon which they did not suspect his being there, by which means he was preserved from the rage and fury of those men of blood.
but being at last discovered by a Maid-servant, the very night before his adversaries search't for him, the providence of God opened away for his escape,
but being At last discovered by a Maidservant, the very night before his Adversaries searched for him, the providence of God opened away for his escape,
Ah what Cities of refuge, what hiding places has God provided for them to hide them from the wrath and rage of their persecutors for many years? And thus I have given you a brief account of some of those ways which God takes to deliver his people out of persecuting hands. But,
Ah what Cities of refuge, what hiding places has God provided for them to hide them from the wrath and rage of their persecutors for many Years? And thus I have given you a brief account of Some of those ways which God Takes to deliver his people out of persecuting hands. But,
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the more Saints are persecuted on earth, the greater shall be their reward in heaven; as persecutions do increase a Christians grace, so they do advance a Christians glory.
the more Saints Are persecuted on earth, the greater shall be their reward in heaven; as persecutions do increase a Christians grace, so they do advance a Christians glory.
Blessed are ye when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsly for my sake. Rejoyce, and be exceeding glad:
Blessed Are you when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad:
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The Original words (NONLATINALPHABET) in Matthew, and (NONLATINALPHABET.) in Luke signifies exceeding great joy, such as men usually express by skipping and dancing;
The Original words () in Matthew, and (.) in Luke signifies exceeding great joy, such as men usually express by skipping and dancing;
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they are those things wherein they have divinely glorified (Crudelitas vestra gloria nostra) your cruelty is our glory, say they in Tertullian, and the harder we are put to it, the greater shall be our reward in heaven.
they Are those things wherein they have divinely glorified (Crudelitas Vestra gloria nostra) your cruelty is our glory, say they in Tertullian, and the harder we Are put to it, the greater shall be our reward in heaven.
as so many speaking testimonies of their godly courage, that what here they endured in the behalf of their Saviour, may be there an addition to their glory.
as so many speaking testimonies of their godly courage, that what Here they endured in the behalf of their Saviour, may be there an addition to their glory.
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every affliction, every persecution will be a grain put into the scale of your heavenly glory, to make it more weighty in that day wherein he will richly reward you for every tear,
every affliction, every persecution will be a grain put into the scale of your heavenly glory, to make it more weighty in that day wherein he will richly reward you for every tear,
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for every sigh, for every groan, for every hazard, and for every hardship that you have met with in the pursuit of holiness, &c. for light afflictions, you shall have a weight of glory;
for every sighs, for every groan, for every hazard, and for every hardship that you have met with in the pursuit of holiness, etc. for Light afflictions, you shall have a weight of glory;
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Ah Christians, your present sufferings are but the seeds of your future glory, and the more plentifully you sowe in tears, the more abundant will be your harvest of glory.
Ah Christians, your present sufferings Are but the seeds of your future glory, and the more plentifully you sow in tears, the more abundant will be your harvest of glory.
Cyrus in a great expedition against his enemies, the better to encourage his souldiers to fight, in an Oration that he made at the head of his Army, promised upon the victory to make every foot souldier an horseman,
Cyrus in a great expedition against his enemies, the better to encourage his Soldiers to fight, in an Oration that he made At the head of his Army, promised upon the victory to make every foot soldier an horseman,
It troubled one of the Martyrs when he was at the stake, that he was going to a place where he should be for ever a receiving of wages for a little work.
It troubled one of the Martyrs when he was At the stake, that he was going to a place where he should be for ever a receiving of wages for a little work.
and lye hard, and labor hard, and live low in the world, for we shall never raise an estate to our selves by holiness and strictness, we shall never grow rich and great in the world by godliness;
and lie hard, and labour hard, and live low in the world, for we shall never raise an estate to our selves by holiness and strictness, we shall never grow rich and great in the world by godliness;
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and quickly bring a noble to nine pence, &c. Now to fence and arm you against this objection, give me leave to propose these six following considerations.
and quickly bring a noble to nine pence, etc. Now to fence and arm you against this objection, give me leave to propose these six following considerations.
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Secondly, Consider that 'tis not sanctity, but impiety, 'tis not holiness, but wickedness, that exposes men to the greatest poverty and misery; Prov. 6.26. For by the means of a whorish woman, a man is brought to a piece of bread.
Secondly, Consider that it's not sanctity, but impiety, it's not holiness, but wickedness, that exposes men to the greatest poverty and misery; Curae 6.26. For by the means of a whorish woman, a man is brought to a piece of bred.
Herod that old fornicator was so inflamed and bewitched with the immodest wanton dancing of his Damosel, that he swore he would give her to the half of his kingdom.
Herod that old fornicator was so inflamed and bewitched with the immodest wanton dancing of his Damosel, that he swore he would give her to the half of his Kingdom.
And 'tis very observable, that whilst Solomon in his younger days kept holy, chast, and pure, silver and gold was as plentious at Jerusalem and at Court,
And it's very observable, that while Solomon in his younger days kept holy, chaste, and pure, silver and gold was as plenteous At Jerusalem and At Court,
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and brought him to so low an ebb, that he was forced to oppress his subjects with such heavy taxes, burdens and tributes, which occasioned the revolt of the ten Tribes.
and brought him to so low an ebb, that he was forced to oppress his subject's with such heavy Taxes, burdens and Tributes, which occasioned the revolt of the ten Tribes.
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Josephus in his Antiquities, tells us of one Decius Mundus, that offered to give so many hundred thousand Drachmes that came to six thousand pound English money to satisfie his lusts one night with a whore,
Josephus in his Antiquities, tells us of one Decius World, that offered to give so many hundred thousand Drachmas that Come to six thousand pound English money to satisfy his Lustiest one night with a whore,
except there be sound repentance on his side, and pardoning mercy on Gods. Take another instance in that Prov. 23.20, 21. Be not among wine-bibbers, amongst riotous eaters of flesh.
except there be found Repentance on his side, and pardoning mercy on God's Take Another instance in that Curae 23.20, 21. Be not among wine-bibbers, among riotous eaters of Flesh.
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Diogenes hearing that the house of a certain prodigal was offered to sale, said, I knew that house was so accustomed to surfeting and drunkenness, that ere long it would spue out the Master.
Diogenes hearing that the house of a certain prodigal was offered to sale, said, I knew that house was so accustomed to surfeiting and Drunkenness, that ere long it would spue out the Master.
but this I think is hard to say of any street in London, yea of any street in England. It is an observation amongst the Marriners, that as the Sea grows daily shallower & shallower on the shoars of Holland and Zealand; so the Channel of late waxeth deeper & deeper on the Coasts of Kent and Essex. Ah sirs!
but this I think is hard to say of any street in London, yea of any street in England. It is an observation among the Mariners, that as the Sea grows daily Shallower & Shallower on the shores of Holland and Zealand; so the Channel of late Waxes Deeper & Deeper on the Coasts of Kenned and Essex. Ah Sirs!
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what is more evident then this, that as drunkenness ebbs in Holland, so it flows in England? O what a deal of ground has this sin got within this few months upon English hearts!
what is more evident then this, that as Drunkenness ebbs in Holland, so it flows in England? O what a deal of ground has this since god within this few months upon English hearts!
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This day of their King was either his birth day (and so Pagnine rendreth it here) or his Coronation day (and so the Chalde paraphrast carrieth it) or the day wherein their King Jeroboam set up his golden Calves at Dan and Bethel, as some others conceive.
This day of their King was either his birth day (and so Pagnine rendereth it Here) or his Coronation day (and so the Chaldea Paraphrast Carrieth it) or the day wherein their King Jeroboam Set up his golden Calves At Dan and Bethel, as Some Others conceive.
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and such roaring, carouzing, and drinking of bottles of wine, that the Princes drank themselves sick, drowning their bodies and souls in bottles and Butts of wine.
and such roaring, carousing, and drinking of bottles of wine, that the Princes drank themselves sick, drowning their bodies and Souls in bottles and Butts of wine.
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Memorable is the Kings late Proclamation against all such debauched persons, who pretending to drink His Health, destroy their own by a shameful abusing of the precious creatures of God.
Memorable is the Kings late Proclamation against all such debauched Persons, who pretending to drink His Health, destroy their own by a shameful abusing of the precious creatures of God.
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But if the Prophet Hosea were now alive in this Nation, Ah what cause would he have to complain, that both high and low, men and women, young and old have given themselves to this beastly sin, that unmans a man,
But if the Prophet Hosea were now alive in this nation, Ah what cause would he have to complain, that both high and low, men and women, young and old have given themselves to this beastly since, that unmans a man,
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but hell-houses, but the Devils-houses, in which the name of God is notoriously blasphemed, Religion scorned, the Saints derided, the Sabbaths prophaned, young ones impoysned,
but hellhouses, but the Devils-houses, in which the name of God is notoriously blasphemed, Religion scorned, the Saints derided, the Sabbaths Profaned, young ones impoysned,
and old ones hardned, and many thousand families impoverished? And why then should it be almost as easie a task to conquer the West Indies, to overcome the Turke,
and old ones hardened, and many thousand families impoverished? And why then should it be almost as easy a task to conquer the West Indies, to overcome the Turk,
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and to bring down the Pope, as 'tis to bring down such wretched Ale-houses, as are the very Nurseries of all sin (and the Synagogues of incarnate Devils) and the very sinks of all misery, poverty, and beggary.
and to bring down the Pope, as it's to bring down such wretched Alehouses, as Are the very Nurseries of all since (and the Synagogues of incarnate Devils) and the very sinks of all misery, poverty, and beggary.
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God can make a handful of Meal in the Barrel, and a little Oyl in the Cruse hold out a long while. So Deut. 8.4. Thy raiment waxed not old upon thee, neither did thy foot swell these fourty years. Chap. 29.5.
God can make a handful of Meal in the Barrel, and a little Oil in the Cruse hold out a long while. So Deuteronomy 8.4. Thy raiment waxed not old upon thee, neither did thy foot swell these fourty Years. Chap. 29.5.
Their raiment in fourty years time was not the worse for wearing, their garments were not worn out with wearing, in all that time they were not grown old and so unfit to wear;
Their raiment in fourty Years time was not the Worse for wearing, their garments were not worn out with wearing, in all that time they were not grown old and so unfit to wear;
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and therefore I shall rather fall in with those worthy men who thus judge, viz. That when any began to out-grow their Apparel and Shoos, they laid them aside,
and Therefore I shall rather fallen in with those worthy men who thus judge, viz. That when any began to outgrow their Apparel and Shoes, they laid them aside,
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Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, then a stalled Ox, and hatred therewith. Chap. 16.8. Better is a little with righteousness, then great revenues without right. Chap. 17.1. Better is a dry morsel and quietness therewith, then a house full of sacrifices with strife. Psal. 37.16. A little that a righteous man hath, is better then the riches of many wicked.
Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, then a stalled Ox, and hatred therewith. Chap. 16.8. Better is a little with righteousness, then great revenues without right. Chap. 17.1. Better is a dry morsel and quietness therewith, then a house full of Sacrifices with strife. Psalm 37.16. A little that a righteous man hath, is better then the riches of many wicked.
Though a whole world will never fill nor satisfie an unsanctified heart, yet a little, a very little of the world will satisfie and content a holy heart.
Though a Whole world will never fill nor satisfy an unsanctified heart, yet a little, a very little of the world will satisfy and content a holy heart.
There are two things that an unholy heart can never finde, it can never finde any sweetness in Spirituals, nor it can never finde any satisfaction in Temporals;
There Are two things that an unholy heart can never find, it can never find any sweetness in Spirituals, nor it can never find any satisfaction in Temporals;
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if you cast your eye upon the first of Job, and survey his estate, you shall finde that he had seven thousand Sheep, three thousand Camels, five hundred yoke of Oxen, five hundred she Asses, and a very great Family;
if you cast your eye upon the First of Job, and survey his estate, you shall find that he had seven thousand Sheep, three thousand Camels, five hundred yoke of Oxen, five hundred she Asses, and a very great Family;
if you will but set the gracious against the graceless, the holy against the prophane, I doubt not but for one holy man, whose estate is low and mean, you will finde thousands of wicked men, whose conditions are beggarly and low in this world.
if you will but Set the gracious against the graceless, the holy against the profane, I doubt not but for one holy man, whose estate is low and mean, you will find thousands of wicked men, whose conditions Are beggarly and low in this world.
'Tis observable, that when all the sons of Jacob returned with corn and money in their sacks from Egypt, Benjamin had not onely corn and money in his sack,
It's observable, that when all the Sons of Jacob returned with corn and money in their sacks from Egypt, Benjamin had not only corn and money in his sack,
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he does not only give them corn and money in common with others, but he also gives them the Silver-cup, the Grace-cup, he puts in some singular temporal blessings into their sacks more then into other mens,
he does not only give them corn and money in Common with Others, but he also gives them the Silver-cup, the Grace-cup, he puts in Some singular temporal blessings into their sacks more then into other men's,
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The Church of Smyrna was the poorest Church, but yet the best of all the seven Churches in Asia. Christ knew very well that his Disciples would be best in a low condition,
The Church of Smyrna was the Poorest Church, but yet the best of all the seven Churches in Asia. christ knew very well that his Disciples would be best in a low condition,
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and so kind to his disciples, as not to have deprived himself or his Family of that happiness and blessedness which they might have enjoyed, by enjoying the brave things of this world;
and so kind to his Disciples, as not to have deprived himself or his Family of that happiness and blessedness which they might have enjoyed, by enjoying the brave things of this world;
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& in his wise providence he so ordered the affairs of his own house, that those whom he loved best should have least of those things wherein there was no true happiness.
& in his wise providence he so ordered the affairs of his own house, that those whom he loved best should have least of those things wherein there was no true happiness.
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but afterwards when he came to be Pope, he utterly despaired of ever going thither. Ah how holy, how humble, how heavenly, how gracious, how serious, how zealous, how prudent,
but afterwards when he Come to be Pope, he utterly despaired of ever going thither. Ah how holy, how humble, how heavenly, how gracious, how serious, how zealous, how prudent,
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and poor, and mean in the world? but when under various changes they changed their Brass into Silver, their Copper into Gold, their Cottages into Palaces, their Shops into Lordships,
and poor, and mean in the world? but when under various changes they changed their Brass into Silver, their Copper into Gold, their Cottages into Palaces, their Shops into Lordship's,
and the barke of preferment, &c. rotted, and corrupted, and worsned many glorious professors in these days? And, O that now their barke is taken off, they may with the Pine-tree grow better and better;
and the bark of preferment, etc. rotted, and corrupted, and worsned many glorious professors in these days? And, Oh that now their bark is taken off, they may with the Pinetree grow better and better;
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O that now they may grow more holy then ever, and more humble then ever, and more heavenly then ever, and more spiritual then ever, and more watchful then ever,
Oh that now they may grow more holy then ever, and more humble then ever, and more heavenly then ever, and more spiritual then ever, and more watchful then ever,
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and calamity upon calamity, and sorrow upon sorrow, and vexation upon vexation, &c. yet under every cross and every loss, &c. a Christian shall be sure to finde such spiritual and Heavenly treasure, that for weight, worth, use, delight,
and calamity upon calamity, and sorrow upon sorrow, and vexation upon vexation, etc. yet under every cross and every loss, etc. a Christian shall be sure to find such spiritual and Heavenly treasure, that for weight, worth, use, delight,
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O Sirs, what is a cup of pleasant wine to a condemned man? or a Ships Lading of Gold to a drowning man? or a sumptuous Feast to a sick man? or Royal Robes to a diseased man, & c? no more are all the riches or treasures of this world, to those spirituall riches and heavenly treasures that attends the poorest Saints.
O Sirs, what is a cup of pleasant wine to a condemned man? or a Ships Lading of Gold to a drowning man? or a sumptuous Feast to a sick man? or Royal Robes to a diseased man, & c? no more Are all the riches or treasures of this world, to those spiritual riches and heavenly treasures that attends the Poorest Saints.
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and riches of Justification, and riches of salvation, and riches of glorification, that attends the poorest Saints? Suppose that poverty should break in upon you like an Armed man,
and riches of Justification, and riches of salvation, and riches of glorification, that attends the Poorest Saints? Suppose that poverty should break in upon you like an Armed man,
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But Sixthly, Some may further object and say, Should we pursue after holiness, it would be a disgrace, a disparagement and dishonour to us, who are high,
But Sixthly, some may further Object and say, Should we pursue After holiness, it would be a disgrace, a disparagement and dishonour to us, who Are high,
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or Towne, where he was borne, as is made good at large in the six•h motive to holiness, to which I refer you for more full and compleate satisfaction to this objection. But,
or Town, where he was born, as is made good At large in the six•h motive to holiness, to which I refer you for more full and complete satisfaction to this objection. But,
Ah how has sin blinded, be beasted and besotted the sons of men, that they should look upon that to be their reproach, which is their highest honor in this world;
Ah how has since blinded, be beasted and besotted the Sons of men, that they should look upon that to be their reproach, which is their highest honour in this world;
Augustine confesseth that it was just thus sometimes with him, for he was stricken with such blindness, that he thought it a shame unto him to be less vile and wicked then his companions, whom he heard boast of their lewdness,
Augustine Confesses that it was just thus sometime with him, for he was stricken with such blindness, that he Thought it a shame unto him to be less vile and wicked then his Sodales, whom he herd boast of their Lewdness,
Ah, what will not a soul blinded by sin say and doe, when the work of holiness is not formed in him? Sin has certainly cast that sinner into a wofull Lethargy, who is the father of this objection;
Ah, what will not a soul blinded by since say and do, when the work of holiness is not formed in him? since has Certainly cast that sinner into a woeful Lethargy, who is the father of this objection;
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and the hammers of Gods Judgements makes a noyse on all sides of him, yet he is so stupified and benum'd, that nothing will awaken him to behold his spirituall and eternall hazard,
and the hammers of God's Judgments makes a noise on all sides of him, yet he is so Stupified and benumbed, that nothing will awaken him to behold his spiritual and Eternal hazard,
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but he sleeps on securely, and so is like to doe (if infinite grace and mercy do's not prevent) till he awakes with everlasting flames about his eares.
but he sleeps on securely, and so is like to do (if infinite grace and mercy do's not prevent) till he awakes with everlasting flames about his ears.
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if you scourge him he cryes not, if you threaten him he feares not, or if you speak him faire he regards it not, &c. Now this is the condition of such that are in a spirituall Lethargy, let the Judgements of God be denounced,
if you scourge him he cries not, if you threaten him he fears not, or if you speak him fair he regards it not, etc. Now this is the condition of such that Are in a spiritual Lethargy, let the Judgments of God be denounced,
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Thirdly, I answer, That 'tis not holiness but wickedness, 'tis not sanctity but impiety, that is the reproach, the dishonor, the disgrace, and disparagement of man. Pro. 14.34.
Thirdly, I answer, That it's not holiness but wickedness, it's not sanctity but impiety, that is the reproach, the dishonour, the disgrace, and disparagement of man. Pro 14.34.
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Righteousness exalts a nation; but sin is a reproach to any people, or as the Hebrew has it, to nations. The world usually accounts either beggerliness of estate,
Righteousness exalts a Nation; but since is a reproach to any people, or as the Hebrew has it, to Nations. The world usually accounts either beggerliness of estate,
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but the holy Ghost tells us, that 'tis sin, 'tis sin that is the reproach of nations, that is the shame of nations, that is the contempt and scorne of nations,
but the holy Ghost tells us, that it's since, it's since that is the reproach of Nations, that is the shame of Nations, that is the contempt and scorn of Nations,
'Twas not for their holiness, their godliness, but for their wickedness and ungodliness, that God was resolv'd to make them a reproach and a proverb, a taunt and a curse in all places. Pro. 10.7. The memory of the Just is blessed:
'Twas not for their holiness, their godliness, but for their wickedness and ungodliness, that God was resolved to make them a reproach and a proverb, a taunt and a curse in all places. Pro 10.7. The memory of the Just is blessed:
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The wickedness of the wicked heaps so much disgrace, disparagement, and dishonor upon them, that it makes their very names to rot and stinke above ground;
The wickedness of the wicked heaps so much disgrace, disparagement, and dishonour upon them, that it makes their very names to rot and stink above ground;
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Sin do's so debase and bebeast the great ones of the world, that the Prophets (as Grotius hath rightly observ'd) use to set forth wicked Kings by the names of Beasts, as the Goat, the Ram, the Léopard, the Beare, to note the beastliness of their conditions,
since do's so debase and bebeast the great ones of the world, that the prophets (as Grotius hath rightly observed) use to Set forth wicked Kings by the names of Beasts, as the Goat, the Ram, the Léopard, the Bear, to note the beastliness of their conditions,
for he was a most cruell and desperate persecutor of the Christians, and made a bloody decree, that whosoever confessed himself a Christian, should without any more adoe be put to death a• a convicted enemy of mankinde.
for he was a most cruel and desperate persecutor of the Christians, and made a bloody Decree, that whosoever confessed himself a Christian, should without any more ado be put to death a• a convicted enemy of mankind.
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Now by what has been said you see that 'tis not holiness but wickedness that is the greatest disgrace, dishonor and disparagement imaginable to the sons of men;
Now by what has been said you see that it's not holiness but wickedness that is the greatest disgrace, dishonour and disparagement imaginable to the Sons of men;
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but as so many Meteors? and what is all thy worldly greatness, but a winde that may blow thee the sooner to hell? all thy glory is but a glorious fancy, a magnum nihil, a great nothing;
but as so many Meteors? and what is all thy worldly greatness, but a wind that may blow thee the sooner to hell? all thy glory is but a glorious fancy, a magnum nihil, a great nothing;
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and this Haman and Herod found by experience, and so did Julius Caesar, and Augustus Caesar, who gave a charge to the Pretors of Rome, that they should not suffer his name to be worne thread-bare.
and this Haman and Herod found by experience, and so did Julius Caesar, and Augustus Caesar, who gave a charge to the Praetors of Room, that they should not suffer his name to be worn threadbare.
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nor in thy great Titles, nor in thy great Lordships and Mannors, nor in thy high Birth, &c. but in thy interest in Christ, in thy new birth, in thy being an heire of the promises, in thy Title to heaven,
nor in thy great Titles, nor in thy great Lordship's and Manors, nor in thy high Birth, etc. but in thy Interest in christ, in thy new birth, in thy being an heir of the promises, in thy Title to heaven,
O! Sirs, Suppose a criminous person, who is led to execution, should ingrave his Coat of Armes upon the Prison-Gate, would he not be accounted vaine and mad? and yet such is the madness and vanity of the great ones of this world, that they endeavour with the greatest industry to leave monuments of their dignity in the prison of this world, but take no care to make provision for another world;
OH! Sirs, Suppose a criminous person, who is led to execution, should engrave his Coat of Arms upon the Prison-Gate, would he not be accounted vain and mad? and yet such is the madness and vanity of the great ones of this world, that they endeavour with the greatest industry to leave monuments of their dignity in the prison of this world, but take no care to make provision for Another world;
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and all this is out of the horrid pride and loftiness of their spirits. Psal. 10.4. The wicked through the pride of his countenance, will not seek after God:
and all this is out of the horrid pride and loftiness of their spirits. Psalm 10.4. The wicked through the pride of his countenance, will not seek After God:
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tell me, what are all your noble births, and great estates, &c. but trisles that God bestowes upon the worst and basest of men? The whole Turkish Empire, says Luther, is but a Crust that God casts to a Dogge.
tell me, what Are all your noble births, and great estates, etc. but trisles that God bestows upon the worst and Basest of men? The Whole Turkish Empire, Says Luther, is but a Crust that God Cast to a Dog.
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and if so, why then should vaine man be proud? O tell me, whether thou hast ever laid to heart that soul-abasing and soul-humbling text, Psal. 39.5. Verily every man at his best estate is altogether vanity. Selah:
and if so, why then should vain man be proud? O tell me, whither thou hast ever laid to heart that soul-abasing and Soul-humbling text, Psalm 39.5. Verily every man At his best estate is altogether vanity. Selac:
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The Original runs thus, every man standing, that is, (as some carry it) standing a Tip-toe in all his Gallantry and bravery, in all his beauty and glory,
The Original runs thus, every man standing, that is, (as Some carry it) standing a Tiptoe in all his Gallantry and bravery, in all his beauty and glory,
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then they will appeare to be but base and despicable creatures, then their poverty and misery, their nakedness and vileness will appeare to all the world,
then they will appear to be but base and despicable creatures, then their poverty and misery, their nakedness and vileness will appear to all the world,
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then the world shall see that riches without righteousness, power without piety, and greatness without holiness, will doe the Gods of this world no good.
then the world shall see that riches without righteousness, power without piety, and greatness without holiness, will do the God's of this world no good.
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O that thou hadst now a heart to weep over that pride of heart that keeps thee from pursuing after holiness, that so thou mayest not weep to all eternity in utter darkness. But,
O that thou Hadst now a heart to weep over that pride of heart that keeps thee from pursuing After holiness, that so thou Mayest not weep to all eternity in utter darkness. But,
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For, first, why has God made them greater then others, but that they should labour to be better then others? they are therefore higher then others, that they may be holier then others;
For, First, why has God made them greater then Others, but that they should labour to be better then Others? they Are Therefore higher then Others, that they may be Holier then Others;
If the vulgar people meet with drunkenness under a black Cassock, they dare be such; they make no bones on't to sin by prescription, and to damn themselves with Authority.
If the Vulgar people meet with Drunkenness under a black Cassock, they Dare be such; they make no bones oned to since by prescription, and to damn themselves with authority.
so men that are high and eminent in Authority, power, and dignity, and eminent also in grace and holiness, they carry the inferior people by their examples to a liking of holiness,
so men that Are high and eminent in authority, power, and dignity, and eminent also in grace and holiness, they carry the inferior people by their Examples to a liking of holiness,
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so those that in respect both of Greatness and grace, are as so many shining Stars, they give the greatest light and lustre to others by their shining conversations.
so those that in respect both of Greatness and grace, Are as so many shining Stars, they give the greatest Light and lustre to Others by their shining conversations.
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and how will you be able to stand in the day of account without holiness in your hearts? King Philip the third of Spaine, whose life was free from gross evills, professing that he would rather lose all his Kingdoms, then offend God willingly;
and how will you be able to stand in the day of account without holiness in your hearts? King Philip the third of Spain, whose life was free from gross evils, professing that he would rather loose all his Kingdoms, then offend God willingly;
oh, that I had lived a solitary life with God! how much more securely should I have now dyed? how much more confidently should I have gone to the Throne of God? What do's all my glory profit me,
o, that I had lived a solitary life with God! how much more securely should I have now died? how much more confidently should I have gone to the Throne of God? What do's all my glory profit me,
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but that I have so much the more torment in my death? Well Gentlemen, there is a day a coming wherein the Lord will call you to a strict account, both for the principall,
but that I have so much the more torment in my death? Well Gentlemen, there is a day a coming wherein the Lord will call you to a strict account, both for the principal,
when God shall bring them to the Barr, and command them to give an account of all the Talents that he has put into their hands? If the Carthagenians were troubled when they saw Scipio's Sepulchre;
when God shall bring them to the Bar, and command them to give an account of all the Talents that he has put into their hands? If the Carthaginians were troubled when they saw Scipio's Sepulchre;
Ah how will all the Great unholy ones of the earth be troubled, terrified, and dashed in the great day of their accounts? there are none that will have such large accounts to give up as the great ones of the world,
Ah how will all the Great unholy ones of the earth be troubled, terrified, and dashed in the great day of their accounts? there Are none that will have such large accounts to give up as the great ones of the world,
Their meaning is, that the more eminent any are in Church or State, and doe not employ their eminency, power and Authority, in wayes of piety and sanctity, the lower they shall lye in hell,
Their meaning is, that the more eminent any Are in Church or State, and do not employ their eminency, power and authority, in ways of piety and sanctity, the lower they shall lie in hell,
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So the Great, the rich, the high, and the mighty men of the world, they usually exceed all others, in pride, drunkenness, uncleanness, filthiness, oppression, vaine-glory, Gluttony and Tyranny, &c. and answerable to their sins, will be their torments and their punishments in hell. Isa. 30.33.
So the Great, the rich, the high, and the mighty men of the world, they usually exceed all Others, in pride, Drunkenness, uncleanness, filthiness, oppression, vainglory, Gluttony and Tyranny, etc. and answerable to their Sins, will be their torments and their punishments in hell. Isaiah 30.33.
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Alas, the Brick-kilns of Egypt, and the Furnace of Babel, were but as a blaze of straw to this Tormenting Tophet, that has been prepared of old for the great and mighty ones of the earth.
Alas, the Brick-kilns of Egypt, and the Furnace of Babel, were but as a blaze of straw to this Tormenting Tophet, that has been prepared of old for the great and mighty ones of the earth.
O! the easeless, the endless, the remediless, the unsufferable, and yet the inevitable Torments that are prepared for those that are great and graceless;
OH! the easeless, the endless, the remediless, the unsufferable, and yet the inevitable Torments that Are prepared for those that Are great and graceless;
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and their hands of bribery, cruelty, and tyranny, shall now be bound with everlasting chaines, and so shall their feete which were once swift to shed innocent blood.
and their hands of bribery, cruelty, and tyranny, shall now be bound with everlasting chains, and so shall their feet which were once swift to shed innocent blood.
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Look as the least joy in heaven infinitely surpasseth the greatest comforts on earth, so the least torments in hell, doe infinitely exceed the greatest that can be devised here on earth:
Look as the least joy in heaven infinitely Surpasses the greatest comforts on earth, so the least torments in hell, do infinitely exceed the greatest that can be devised Here on earth:
Now common experience tells us, that the rich, the great, the high, the honorable, and the mighty ones of the world, are usually the most excelling in all wickedness and ungodliness;
Now Common experience tells us, that the rich, the great, the high, the honourable, and the mighty ones of the world, Are usually the most excelling in all wickedness and ungodliness;
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and cloaths to weare, and to keep the Sargeant from the doore, and to pay every man his own, had we had but the time, the meanes, the advantages, that such and such Gentlemen have had,
and clothes to wear, and to keep the sergeant from the door, and to pay every man his own, had we had but the time, the means, the advantages, that such and such Gentlemen have had,
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and opportunities, and all advantages imaginable, to make your selves holy and happy for ever, and yet you have trifled away your golden seasons, and forgotten the one thing necessary,
and opportunities, and all advantages imaginable, to make your selves holy and happy for ever, and yet you have trifled away your golden seasons, and forgotten the one thing necessary,
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and that you might have time, and leasure, and opportunity to seek holiness, and pursue it, you might have had some •loak, some excuse for your neglecting so great,
and that you might have time, and leisure, and opportunity to seek holiness, and pursue it, you might have had Some •loak, Some excuse for your neglecting so great,
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when God shall thus expostulate with them? O! that such would seriously lay to heart that Math. 22.11, 12. And when the King came in to see the Guests, he saw there a man which had not on a wedding Garment:
when God shall thus expostulate with them? OH! that such would seriously lay to heart that Math. 22.11, 12. And when the King Come in to see the Guests, he saw there a man which had not on a wedding Garment:
as though he had a bridle or a halter in his mouth, he was not able to speak a word for himselfe, his own conscience had past a secret sentence of condemnation upon him,
as though he had a bridle or a halter in his Mouth, he was not able to speak a word for himself, his own conscience had passed a secret sentence of condemnation upon him,
nor the excellency of holiness, they have never experienced the power, nor the sweetness of holiness, they speak evill of things they know not, of things they understand not;
nor the excellency of holiness, they have never experienced the power, nor the sweetness of holiness, they speak evil of things they know not, of things they understand not;
Had the Jews known the God-head of Christ, the divinity of Christ, the glory of Christ, they would never have cryed up Barrabas, and have rail'd on Jesus, as they did;
Had the jews known the Godhead of christ, the divinity of christ, the glory of christ, they would never have cried up Barabbas, and have railed on jesus, as they did;
because such revile it, and scorne it, who never knew feelingly, nor experimentally, what holiness was? Would not a man either sigh or laugh at him, that should turne his back upon riches, honors,
Because such revile it, and scorn it, who never knew feelingly, nor experimentally, what holiness was? Would not a man either sighs or laugh At him, that should turn his back upon riches, honours,
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and preferments, &c. because the blinde, poore and beggarly sort of people, who never experienc'd what these things meane, casts dirt, dung, scorne and reproach upon them;
and preferments, etc. Because the blind, poor and beggarly sort of people, who never experienced what these things mean, Cast dirt, dung, scorn and reproach upon them;
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O what disgrace, scorne, and contempt, doe they cast upon these things! and all because they cannot reach them, because they cannot graspe them; the application is easie.
O what disgrace, scorn, and contempt, do they cast upon these things! and all Because they cannot reach them, Because they cannot grasp them; the application is easy.
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and it shuts out all the meanes of recovery, &c. And who then will wonder to see ignorant persons let fly at holiness? Suppose a Geometrician should be drawing of lines and Figures,
and it shuts out all the means of recovery, etc. And who then will wonder to see ignorant Persons let fly At holiness? Suppose a Geometrician should be drawing of lines and Figures,
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but 'twill be your wisdome to wipe that off, and so much the more to pursue after holiness, by how much the more the silly ones of the world slight holiness, and laugh at holiness. But,
but it'll be your Wisdom to wipe that off, and so much the more to pursue After holiness, by how much the more the silly ones of the world slight holiness, and laugh At holiness. But,
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which the Apostle confirmes fully in that 3 James, from verse the second to verse the 12th, Vide. An evill tongue is wilder then the wildest Beast, the Horse, the Ass, the Camel, the Elephant,
which the Apostle confirms Fully in that 3 James, from verse the second to verse the 12th, Vide. an evil tongue is wilder then the Wildest Beast, the Horse, the Ass, the Camel, the Elephant,
and if you resist the devill, he will fly from you, but the more you resist an evill tongue, the more it will fly upon you. Pro. 16.27. An ungodly man diggeth up evill:
and if you resist the Devil, he will fly from you, but the more you resist an evil tongue, the more it will fly upon you. Pro 16.27. an ungodly man diggeth up evil:
An ungodly man, or a man of Belial, as the Original has it, diggs up evill; such old evills that have been long since buried in the Grave of oblivion and forgetfulness, he diggs up to cast in the Saints dishes, and to reproach them with:
an ungodly man, or a man of Belial, as the Original has it, Diggs up evil; such old evils that have been long since buried in the Grave of oblivion and forgetfulness, he Diggs up to cast in the Saints Dishes, and to reproach them with:
and if they can pick up any thing out of the dunghill of false reports to object against them, their lips presently are as so many burning Beacons, to discover it to all the world;
and if they can pick up any thing out of the dunghill of false reports to Object against them, their lips presently Are as so many burning Beacons, to discover it to all the world;
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And so the reviling tongue will take the least advantage imaginable, to slash and cut the names and reputations of those that fear the Lord in a thousand pieces:
And so the reviling tongue will take the least advantage imaginable, to slash and Cut the names and reputations of those that Fear the Lord in a thousand Pieces:
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and therefore when all the body is full of sores, he will keep the tongue from blisters, that so a man may the more freely and fully curse God and die:
and Therefore when all the body is full of sores, he will keep the tongue from blisters, that so a man may the more freely and Fully curse God and die:
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And this was the reason why Satan spared Jobs tongue, when he sadly paid all other members of bis body, that so his grand designe which was to provoke Job both to curse God,
And this was the reason why Satan spared Jobs tongue, when he sadly paid all other members of bis body, that so his grand Design which was to provoke Job both to curse God,
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Thirdly, Consider, That those that now reproach holiness, will ere long be of another minde, they that now revile and reproach holiness, will in a short time change their minds and their notes;
Thirdly, Consider, That those that now reproach holiness, will ere long be of Another mind, they that now revile and reproach holiness, will in a short time change their minds and their notes;
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O how may thy neglect of holiness upon the account of revilings and scornings, strengthen the hands and the hearts of revilers and scorners, & c? and therefore 'tis much better divinely to slight and disdain them,
Oh how may thy neglect of holiness upon the account of revilings and scornings, strengthen the hands and the hearts of revilers and Scorner's, & c? and Therefore it's much better divinely to slight and disdain them,
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See how slighting Elisha carries it to wicked Jehoram, though he was a King, 2 Kings 3.13, 14. And Elisha said unto the King of Israel, what have I to do with thee? get thee to the Prophets of thy father and Prophets of thy mother.
See how slighting Elisha carries it to wicked jehoram, though he was a King, 2 Kings 3.13, 14. And Elisha said unto the King of Israel, what have I to do with thee? get thee to the prophets of thy father and prophets of thy mother.
And Elisha said, as the Lord of Hosts liveth, before whom I stand, surely, were it not that I regard the presence of Jehosaphat the King of Judah, I would not look toward thee, nor see thee.
And Elisha said, as the Lord of Hosts lives, before whom I stand, surely, were it not that I regard the presence of Jehoshaphat the King of Judah, I would not look towards thee, nor see thee.
nor the number of three, but the goodness, the graciousness and holiness of Jehoshaphat that wrought upon Elisha to work a miracle to preserve them and their people alive;
nor the number of three, but the Goodness, the graciousness and holiness of Jehoshaphat that wrought upon Elisha to work a miracle to preserve them and their people alive;
the holy Prophet carries it very high towards this unholy Prince, for had it not been for Jehoshaphat, he would not have honored him with a look, no not with a cast of his eye;
the holy Prophet carries it very high towards this unholy Prince, for had it not been for Jehoshaphat, he would not have honoured him with a look, no not with a cast of his eye;
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and speak out a great deal of holy-loftiness, stateliness and contempt towards King Jehoram. And the same spirit was working in Mordecai towards wicked Haman, as you may see in that Esth. 3.2.
and speak out a great deal of holy-loftiness, stateliness and contempt towards King jehoram. And the same Spirit was working in Mordecai towards wicked Haman, as you may see in that Esth. 3.2.
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And so Junius and other Expositors say, that it was more honor then did belong to a man, that they gave to Haman; and that therefore Mordecai refused to bow to him.
And so Junius and other Expositors say, that it was more honour then did belong to a man, that they gave to Haman; and that Therefore Mordecai refused to bow to him.
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untill they were utterly wasted and destroyed, Exod. 17.16. Compared with that 1 Sam. 15.3. It has been usual with the Saints to slight such who have been slighters of Christ and holiness.
until they were utterly wasted and destroyed, Exod 17.16. Compared with that 1 Sam. 15.3. It has been usual with the Saints to slight such who have been slighters of christ and holiness.
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When Amphilochius the Bishop came into the presence of the Emperor Archadius and his son (who was then partner with his father in the Empire) he saluted the Emperor with all reverence,
When Amphilochius the Bishop Come into the presence of the Emperor Archadius and his son (who was then partner with his father in the Empire) he saluted the Emperor with all Reverence,
Because he had slighted and neglected the eternal Son of God (he being at that time a professed Arrian ) whereupon the Emperor received the Bishop again into favor,
Because he had slighted and neglected the Eternal Son of God (he being At that time a professed Arrian) whereupon the Emperor received the Bishop again into favour,
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I have read of one Maris a godly Bishop of Calcedon, who being blind, and Julian that Apostate Emperor giving him some opprobrious words, calling him blind fool,
I have read of one Maris a godly Bishop of Calcedon, who being blind, and Julian that Apostate Emperor giving him Some opprobrious words, calling him blind fool,
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because he had rebuked him for his Apostasie, the good man answered thus, I bless God that I have not my sight to see such an ungracious face as thine is.
Because he had rebuked him for his Apostasy, the good man answered thus, I bless God that I have not my sighed to see such an ungracious face as thine is.
Do your worst, do your worst, said Justin Martyr slightingly to his pe secutors, but this I will tell you, you may put all that you are like to gain by the bargain into your eye, and weep it out again.
Do your worst, do your worst, said Justin Martyr slightingly to his pe secutors, but this I will tell you, you may put all that you Are like to gain by the bargain into your eye, and weep it out again.
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Policarpus meeting at a certain time with Marcion the Heretick, says Marcion, don't you know me? yea said Policarpus, I know thee to be (primo genitum Diaboli) the first begotten child of the devil.
Polycarp meeting At a certain time with Marcion the Heretic, Says Marcion, don't you know me? yea said Polycarp, I know thee to be (primo genitum Diaboli) the First begotten child of the Devil.
and the great concernments of another world? God commanded in the old Law, that whatsoever did go with its breasts upon the ground, should be an abomination to us:
and the great concernments of Another world? God commanded in the old Law, that whatsoever did go with its breasts upon the ground, should be an abomination to us:
the just man saith, what have I to do with thee thou son of Belial? and the unjust man saith, what have I to do with thee thou son of David? the original in the text last cited is observable, the just abhorreth NONLATINALPHABET, vir iniquitatis, the man of iniquity, i. e. the man that is made up of iniquity, that is nothing but iniquity;
the just man Says, what have I to do with thee thou son of Belial? and the unjust man Says, what have I to do with thee thou son of David? the original in the text last cited is observable, the just abhorreth, vir iniquitatis, the man of iniquity, i. e. the man that is made up of iniquity, that is nothing but iniquity;
and as the Pests and Plague of a Nation, and not abhor them, and not abominate them? O sirs, not to contemn the wicked is an argument that you your selves are wicked,
and as the Pests and Plague of a nation, and not abhor them, and not abominate them? O Sirs, not to contemn the wicked is an argument that you your selves Are wicked,
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and not to contemn the wicked, is a means to make them more wicked, not to contemn the wicked is to encourage and tempt the wicked to be sevenfold more wicked,
and not to contemn the wicked, is a means to make them more wicked, not to contemn the wicked is to encourage and tempt the wicked to be sevenfold more wicked,
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As for such that advance the wicked, that magnifie the wicked, that flatter the wicked, that strengthen the hands of the wicked, that are most In with the wicked, that joy and glory in the prosperity of the wicked,
As for such that advance the wicked, that magnify the wicked, that flatter the wicked, that strengthen the hands of the wicked, that Are most In with the wicked, that joy and glory in the Prosperity of the wicked,
If you desire further satisfaction to this objection, turn to that Treatise called Apples of Gold, &c. and from Page 311. to Page 327. you will finde seven more distinct answers to it.
If you desire further satisfaction to this objection, turn to that Treatise called Apples of Gold, etc. and from Page 311. to Page 327. you will find seven more distinct answers to it.
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I confess several other objections might be made against your pursuing after holiness, but because I have spoken to them at large in my former writings;
I confess several other objections might be made against your pursuing After holiness, but Because I have spoken to them At large in my former writings;
And so I shall come now to the second part of the Exhortation, and that relates to Gods holy ones, to his sanctified ones, to those that have obtained holiness, that have experienced the principles, the power, the life, and the sweetness of holiness.
And so I shall come now to the second part of the Exhortation, and that relates to God's holy ones, to his sanctified ones, to those that have obtained holiness, that have experienced the principles, the power, the life, and the sweetness of holiness.
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so one scandalous sin will blot and blur all former acts of piety and holiness, it will stain all a mans duties and services, it will deface all a mans contentments and enjoyments, it will dash and rase out all those golden Characters of righteousness and goodness that has been stampt upon the soul, Ezek. 36.20. The Babylonians beholding the enormities of the Jews, cryed out, These are the people of the Lord, these are come out of the Lords land.
so one scandalous since will blot and blur all former acts of piety and holiness, it will stain all a men duties and services, it will deface all a men contentment's and enjoyments, it will dash and raze out all those golden Characters of righteousness and Goodness that has been stamped upon the soul, Ezekiel 36.20. The Babylonians beholding the enormities of the jews, cried out, These Are the people of the Lord, these Are come out of the lords land.
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Davids one act of folly with Bathsheba made the enemies of the Lord to blaspheme. When one commended Alexander for his many noble acts, another objected thus against him, I,
Davids one act of folly with Bathsheba made the enemies of the Lord to Blaspheme. When one commended Alexander for his many noble acts, Another objected thus against him, I,
A Christian can't after his conversion fall into a scandalous sin, but 'twill be objected against him by every one, to the defacing and darkning of all his spiritual glory.
A Christian can't After his conversion fallen into a scandalous since, but it'll be objected against him by every one, to the defacing and darkening of all his spiritual glory.
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When Naaman the Syrian was cured (and as some think converted) by the Prophet Elisha, he offers gold and rich garments, but he bows in the house of Rimmon; he seems to be very devoute and religious,
When Naaman the Syrian was cured (and as Some think converted) by the Prophet Elisha, he offers gold and rich garments, but he bows in the house of Rimmon; he seems to be very devout and religious,
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as you would not raise a hell in your own consciences, and as you would not darken the Churches Glory, fly from scandalous sins as you would fly from hell it selfe.
as you would not raise a hell in your own Consciences, and as you would not darken the Churches Glory, fly from scandalous Sins as you would fly from hell it self.
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I have read of holy Polycarp (that religious Martyr and Bishop of Smyrna ) how that in the time of the fourth persecution (under Marcus Antonius Verres ) when he was commanded to sweare but one Oath, made this Answer, Fourscore and six years have I endeavoured to doo God service,
I have read of holy Polycarp (that religious Martyr and Bishop of Smyrna) how that in the time of the fourth persecution (under Marcus Antonius Verres) when he was commanded to swear but one Oath, made this Answer, Fourscore and six Years have I endeavoured to do God service,
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and all this while he never hurt me, and how then shall I speak evill of so good a Lord and Master, who hath thus long preserved me? And being further urged to sweare by the Proconsul, he answered, I am a Christian and cannot doe it, let Heathens and Infidels sweare if they will, I cannot doe it were it to the saving of my life:
and all this while he never hurt me, and how then shall I speak evil of so good a Lord and Master, who hath thus long preserved me? And being further urged to swear by the Proconsul, he answered, I am a Christian and cannot do it, let heathens and Infidels swear if they will, I cannot do it were it to the Saving of my life:
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Well friends, remember this, 'tis not infirmities, but enormities, 'tis not weaknesses, but wickednesses, that will cast the crowne from off your heads,
Well Friends, Remember this, it's not infirmities, but enormities, it's not Weaknesses, but Wickednesses, that will cast the crown from off your Heads,
and wilt thou not bless the same God that has made thee a new creature? Wilt thou praise him for the heavens that are but the workmanship of his hands, and wilt thou not praise him for holiness, which is the workmanship of his heart? Tell me, O Christian, is not holiness a soul-mercy? and what mercies wilt thou be thankful for,
and wilt thou not bless the same God that has made thee a new creature? Wilt thou praise him for the heavens that Are but the workmanship of his hands, and wilt thou not praise him for holiness, which is the workmanship of his heart? Tell me, Oh Christian, is not holiness a Soul-mercy? and what Mercies wilt thou be thankful for,
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if not for soul-mercies? Tell me, O Christian, is not holiness of all mercies the most necessary mercy? the want of other mercies might have troubled thee, I but the want of holiness would have damned thee;
if not for soul-mercies? Tell me, Oh Christian, is not holiness of all Mercies the most necessary mercy? the want of other Mercies might have troubled thee, I but the want of holiness would have damned thee;
and wilt thou not be thankful for holiness, which is the one thing necessary? Tell me, O Christian, is not holiness an incomparable mercy? what's thy health, thy wealth, thy wit to holiness? darest thou mention thy birth, thy breeding, thy arts, thy parts, thy honor, thy greatness,
and wilt thou not be thankful for holiness, which is the one thing necessary? Tell me, Oh Christian, is not holiness an incomparable mercy? what's thy health, thy wealth, thy wit to holiness? Darest thou mention thy birth, thy breeding, thy arts, thy parts, thy honour, thy greatness,
and wilt thou not then be thankful for such an incomparable mercy as holiness is? Tell me, O Christian, is not holiness a peculiar mercy, a peculiar treasure that God intrusts but few men with? Don't the world lye in wickedness? are not the multitude in all places strangers,
and wilt thou not then be thankful for such an incomparable mercy as holiness is? Tell me, Oh Christian, is not holiness a peculiar mercy, a peculiar treasure that God intrusts but few men with? Don't the world lie in wickedness? Are not the multitude in all places Strangers,
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yea enemies to holiness? and how then canst thou but be thankful for holiness? Yea once more, tell me, O Christian, is not holiness a mercy sweetning mercy? is it not the beauty of holiness that puts a beauty upon all thy mercies? is it not holiness that bespangles all thy comforts and contentments? O how sower would all thy mercies tast? and how pale and wan would all thy mercies look, were it not for holiness? 'Tis the want of holiness that makes all a mans mercies look as ill-favoured as Pharaoh's leane kine, and 'tis the fruition of holiness that makes all a mans mercies look as well-favour'd as Pharaoh's fat-kine;
yea enemies to holiness? and how then Canst thou but be thankful for holiness? Yea once more, tell me, Oh Christian, is not holiness a mercy sweetening mercy? is it not the beauty of holiness that puts a beauty upon all thy Mercies? is it not holiness that bespangles all thy comforts and contentment's? O how sour would all thy Mercies taste? and how pale and wan would all thy Mercies look, were it not for holiness? It's the want of holiness that makes all a men Mercies look as ill-favoured as Pharaoh's lean kine, and it's the fruition of holiness that makes all a men Mercies look as well-favoured as Pharaoh's fat-kine;
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and in stead of being Satans bond-man, thou art now made Christs free-man, thy Iron-chains are now knockt off (as sometimes Joseph's were) and the Golden chaine of holiness is now put upon thee, and what do's all this call aloud for,
and in stead of being Satan bondman, thou art now made Christ freeman, thy Iron chains Are now knocked off (as sometime Joseph's were) and the Golden chain of holiness is now put upon thee, and what do's all this call aloud for,
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And O then what cause of thankfulness hast thou for thy supernatural being, and for all those noble principles of holiness that the Lord has stampt upon thy soul, & c? Shall the husbandman be thankful for a plentiful Harvest,
And Oh then what cause of thankfulness hast thou for thy supernatural being, and for all those noble principles of holiness that the Lord has stamped upon thy soul, & c? Shall the husbandman be thankful for a plentiful Harvest,
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and shall the blind be thankful for a dogge to lead him, and shall the naked be thankful for raggs to cover him, and shall the Aged be thankful for a Staffe to support him,
and shall the blind be thankful for a dog to led him, and shall the naked be thankful for rags to cover him, and shall the Aged be thankful for a Staff to support him,
and rayment to cloath thee, and a Staffe to support thee, and a cordial to comfort thee? O remember, that ingratitude is a monster in nature, a solecisme in manners,
and raiment to cloth thee, and a Staff to support thee, and a cordial to Comfort thee? O Remember, that ingratitude is a monster in nature, a solecism in manners,
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Lycurgus (as Musculus observes) among all his Lawes made none against the ungrateful, because ingratitude was thought a thing so prodigious as not to be committed by man.
Lycurgus (as Musculus observes) among all his Laws made none against the ungrateful, Because ingratitude was Thought a thing so prodigious as not to be committed by man.
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Thirdly, Evidence and declare your holiness by the reality of your constant pursuit after holiness, by your holding up and holding on in a way of holiness, by your perseverance in holiness;
Thirdly, Evidence and declare your holiness by the reality of your constant pursuit After holiness, by your holding up and holding on in a Way of holiness, by your perseverance in holiness;
and the worldling pursue after his gaine, and the wanton pursue after his Harlots, and the drunkard pursue after his full Cups, &c. And shall not Christians much more pursue after holiness? not to go forward, is to goe backward, and not to grow better, is to grow worse,
and the worldling pursue After his gain, and the wanton pursue After his Harlots, and the drunkard pursue After his full Cups, etc. And shall not Christians much more pursue After holiness? not to go forward, is to go backward, and not to grow better, is to grow Worse,
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It is said of Hannibal, that notwithstanding the rough rocks, and the craggy clifts of the Alpes, yet he proceeded onward in his designe for Italy, with this resolution, that he would either finde a way or make a way;
It is said of Hannibal, that notwithstanding the rough Rocks, and the craggy cliffs of the Alps, yet he proceeded onward in his Design for Italy, with this resolution, that he would either find a Way or make a Way;
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'Tis an observation of some of the Learned, that those that were marked to be preserved in Jerusalem, were marked with the letter ת Tau, which is the last of all the Hebrew letters, to signifie that they must run the race of holiness, even to the last.
It's an observation of Some of the Learned, that those that were marked to be preserved in Jerusalem, were marked with the Letter ת Tau, which is the last of all the Hebrew letters, to signify that they must run the raze of holiness, even to the last.
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and why then should not you hold on in wayes of sanctity towards him? Shall Satan persevere in his enmity against holiness? and shall wicked men persevere in their opposition to holiness? and shall formalists persevere in their neglect of holiness? and will not you persevere in your pursuit of holiness? a good Husbandman will not give over sowing, till he has sow'd all his Land;
and why then should not you hold on in ways of sanctity towards him? Shall Satan persevere in his enmity against holiness? and shall wicked men persevere in their opposition to holiness? and shall formalists persevere in their neglect of holiness? and will not you persevere in your pursuit of holiness? a good Husbandman will not give over sowing, till he has sowed all his Land;
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The very spirit, life, and soul of the second Commandement lyes in these words, Thou shalt not make to thy selfe any graven Image, &c. In matters of divine worship God abhors that men should mix their water with his wine, their dross with his Gold, their chaffe with his wheate, &c. when once men come to be so bold as to defile his worship with their mixtures, then God is resolv'd to be a swift and a terrible witness against them,
The very Spirit, life, and soul of the second Commandment lies in these words, Thou shalt not make to thy self any graved Image, etc. In matters of divine worship God abhors that men should mix their water with his wine, their dross with his Gold, their chaff with his wheat, etc. when once men come to be so bold as to defile his worship with their mixtures, then God is resolved to be a swift and a terrible witness against them,
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and settest up thy posts by Gods posts? O Sirs, the Scriptures are sufficient to direct us fully in every thing that belongs to the worship and service of God;
and settest up thy posts by God's posts? O Sirs, the Scriptures Are sufficient to Direct us Fully in every thing that belongs to the worship and service of God;
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so as that we need not depend upon the wisdom, prudence, care, or Authority of any men under heaven to direct us in matters of worship. 2 Tim. 3.16, 17. All Scripture is given by inspiration of God,
so as that we need not depend upon the Wisdom, prudence, care, or authority of any men under heaven to Direct us in matters of worship. 2 Tim. 3.16, 17. All Scripture is given by inspiration of God,
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and is profitable, for doctrine, for reproofe, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works:
and is profitable, for Doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works:
God never sends his people to the shop of mens traditions and inventions, but he still sends them to the Scripture. Isa. 8.20. To the Law and to the testimony;
God never sends his people to the shop of men's traditions and Inventions, but he still sends them to the Scripture. Isaiah 8.20. To the Law and to the testimony;
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if they speak not according to this word, it is because there is no light (or no morning) in them. Chap. 34.16. Seek ye out of the book of the Lord, and read;
if they speak not according to this word, it is Because there is no Light (or no morning) in them. Chap. 34.16. Seek you out of the book of the Lord, and read;
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And in the New-Testament Christ sends his hearers to the Scriptures. John. 5.39. Search the Scriptures, for in them ye think ye have eternall life, and they are they which testifie of me.
And in the New testament christ sends his hearers to the Scriptures. John. 5.39. Search the Scriptures, for in them you think you have Eternal life, and they Are they which testify of me.
we must search the Scriptures, as Hunters seek and search out their Game. And so the Apostle sends his hearers to the Scriptures. 2 Pet. 1.19. — 22. As to a surer word then that of Revelation.
we must search the Scriptures, as Hunters seek and search out their Game. And so the Apostle sends his hearers to the Scriptures. 2 Pet. 1.19. — 22. As to a Surer word then that of Revelation.
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Secondly, That that which hath occasioned all those discords, divisions, heats, heart-burnings, animosities, and contentions, &c. about Ceremonies, Liturgey, formes, Gestures, &c. has been mens not keeping close to the blessed word of God;
Secondly, That that which hath occasioned all those discords, divisions, heats, heartburnings, animosities, and contentions, etc. about Ceremonies, Liturgey, forms, Gestures, etc. has been men's not keeping close to the blessed word of God;
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when men forsake this perfect Rule, whether won't they run? and what won't they doe? Ah who art thou, O vaine man, that accuseth the holy Scriptures of insufficiency? and how wilt thou blush,
when men forsake this perfect Rule, whither won't they run? and what won't they do? Ah who art thou, Oh vain man, that Accuseth the holy Scriptures of insufficiency? and how wilt thou blush,
Thirdly, God won't nor can't bare with mixtures in his worship and service, because to bring them in is to accuse and charge God with weakness and folly, as if God were not careful enough,
Thirdly, God won't nor can't bore with mixtures in his worship and service, Because to bring them in is to accuse and charge God with weakness and folly, as if God were not careful enough,
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Fourthly, God won't bare with mixtures in his worship and service, because all mixtures debases the worship and service of God, and makes the worship a vaine worship;
Fourthly, God won't bore with mixtures in his worship and service, Because all mixtures debases the worship and service of God, and makes the worship a vain worship;
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and there is a day a coming, wherein the King of Kings will most severely punish all such who have imbased his worship and service, by mixing their Romish traditions with his holy institutions. Rev. 22.18.
and there is a day a coming, wherein the King of Kings will most severely Punish all such who have embased his worship and service, by mixing their Romish traditions with his holy institutions. Rev. 22.18.
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as to dare to mix any thing of his own with his worship and service, which, according to divine institution, is so perfect and compleat? God will never bare it, to see men lay their dirt upon his gold,
as to Dare to mix any thing of his own with his worship and service, which, according to divine Institution, is so perfect and complete? God will never bore it, to see men lay their dirt upon his gold,
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and rich shews, and glistering gaudy cloaths, &c. but such as are wise, serious, grave Statesmen, they mind not, they regard not such poor things, they look upon those things as things that are much below the nobleness and the greatness of their spirits, who have honorable objects,
and rich shows, and glistering gaudy clothes, etc. but such as Are wise, serious, grave Statesmen, they mind not, they regard not such poor things, they look upon those things as things that Are much below the nobleness and the greatness of their spirits, who have honourable objects,
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as things not worthy of you, who have a holy God, a holy Christ, a holy Gospel, and a holy worship, to busie your thoughts, your minds, your heads, and your hearts about. But,
as things not worthy of you, who have a holy God, a holy christ, a holy Gospel, and a holy worship, to busy your thoughts, your minds, your Heads, and your hearts about. But,
Some complaine of the loss of Trade, and others complaine of the loss of estate; some complaine of the loss of c•edit, and others complaine of the loss of friends;
some complain of the loss of Trade, and Others complain of the loss of estate; Some complain of the loss of c•edit, and Others complain of the loss of Friends;
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and will you not lament such who are fallen from the highest round to the lowest round in Jacobs Ladder? O Sirs, will you mourne over a decayed estate? will you weep over decayed friends? and will you sigh and sob over a decayed body? and will you not much more lament and mourne over decayed souls, & c? Ah how many have lost that love, that life, that heat, that zeale, that readiness, that forwardness,
and will you not lament such who Are fallen from the highest round to the lowest round in Jacobs Ladder? O Sirs, will you mourn over a decayed estate? will you weep over decayed Friends? and will you sighs and sob over a decayed body? and will you not much more lament and mourn over decayed Souls, & c? Ah how many have lost that love, that life, that heat, that zeal, that readiness, that forwardness,
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others are fallen from their holiness, either by the allurements and enticements of a tempting world, or else by the frownes and threatnings of a persecuting world:
Others Are fallen from their holiness, either by the allurements and enticements of a tempting world, or Else by the frowns and threatenings of a persecuting world:
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If you look into families, there you shall finde Masters complaining that their servants are so careless, foolish, frothy, light, slight, slothfull, unfaithfull, proud and lofty, that they are not to be spoken to, nor trusted;
If you look into families, there you shall find Masters complaining that their Servants Are so careless, foolish, frothy, Light, slight, slothful, unfaithful, proud and lofty, that they Are not to be spoken to, nor trusted;
and if you look againe into the same Families, there you shall finde servants complaining that their Masters and Mistrisses are so exceeding froward, pevish, passionate, worldly, neglective of duties,
and if you look again into the same Families, there you shall find Servants complaining that their Masters and Mistress's Are so exceeding froward, peevish, passionate, worldly, neglective of duties,
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oh what sad divisions, what fiery contentions, and what feareful Jars are there to be found? oh what slightings, what revilings, what under-valuings, what heart-risings, what heart-swellings,
o what sad divisions, what fiery contentions, and what fearful Jars Are there to be found? o what slightings, what revilings, what under-valuings, what Heart-risings, what heart-swellings,
but that the Glory of God is departed from Israel, and that holiness is fallen to a very low ebbe? ah friends, were there but more holiness among you, there would be more union among you,
but that the Glory of God is departed from Israel, and that holiness is fallen to a very low ebb? ah Friends, were there but more holiness among you, there would be more Union among you,
Oh then you would never be snarling one at another, nor biting one of another, nor plotting one against another, nor devouring one of another any more.
O then you would never be snarling one At Another, nor biting one of Another, nor plotting one against Another, nor devouring one of Another any more.
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and whose expressions and notions are very seraphical, ah what a little holiness will you finde? O Sirs, shall the men of this world vex and fret, shall they weep and waile,
and whose expressions and notions Are very seraphical, ah what a little holiness will you find? O Sirs, shall the men of this world vex and fret, shall they weep and wail,
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or for a punctilio of honor, or a day of pleasure, or the smiles of a Prince, & c? and will not you lament and mourne for the loss of holiness, which is the choicest Jewel in a Christians Crowne? Tears instead of Gemmes were the ornaments of Davids bed,
or for a punctilio of honour, or a day of pleasure, or the smiles of a Prince, & c? and will not you lament and mourn for the loss of holiness, which is the Choicest Jewel in a Christians Crown? Tears instead of Gems were the Ornament of Davids Bed,
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and the life and force of it lyes in this, that those that were holy, should labour to be more and more holy, they should still be adding of grace to grace, holiness to holiness, they should still be a going on from faith to faith, and from strength to strength.
and the life and force of it lies in this, that those that were holy, should labour to be more and more holy, they should still be adding of grace to grace, holiness to holiness, they should still be a going on from faith to faith, and from strength to strength.
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Holiness is not like to Jonahs Gourd, that shoote up in a night, but 'tis like Plants and Trees that grows up by degrees, Psal. 92.14. and after the highest degrees we must endeavour.
Holiness is not like to Jonahs Gourd, that shoot up in a night, but it's like Plants and Trees that grows up by Degrees, Psalm 92.14. and After the highest Degrees we must endeavour.
and there God calls upon him, up and eate; and when he found him the second time he calls againe upon him, up and eate, because thou hast a great journey to goe.
and there God calls upon him, up and eat; and when he found him the second time he calls again upon him, up and eat, Because thou hast a great journey to go.
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and many a mercy to improve, &c. and therefore you have very great cause to up and eate, I say, to up and eate, that is, to grow stronger and stronger in holiness,
and many a mercy to improve, etc. and Therefore you have very great cause to up and eat, I say, to up and eat, that is, to grow Stronger and Stronger in holiness,
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and to walke from grace to grace, and from vertue to vertue, and to come off from your milke, and to feed upon strong meate, that you may hold out to the end of your journey,
and to walk from grace to grace, and from virtue to virtue, and to come off from your milk, and to feed upon strong meat, that you may hold out to the end of your journey,
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And this progress in holiness is that maine thing that the Apostle presses upon the believing Corinthians in that 2 Cor. 7.1. Having therefore these promises (dearely beloved) let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the feare of God.
And this progress in holiness is that main thing that the Apostle presses upon the believing Corinthians in that 2 Cor. 7.1. Having Therefore these promises (dearly Beloved) let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness of the Flesh and Spirit, perfecting holiness in the Fear of God.
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The Apostle having in the former Chapter armed the believing Corinthians with many strong Arguments against all communion and fellowship with Idolaters, he comes at last to touch upon those great and glorious promises, which upon the account of their high and holy calling they were interested in,
The Apostle having in the former Chapter armed the believing Corinthians with many strong Arguments against all communion and fellowship with Idolaters, he comes At last to touch upon those great and glorious promises, which upon the account of their high and holy calling they were interested in,
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Now this being a point of the highest concernment, and of the greatest importance imaginable to the Saints, I shall therefore endeavour these three things.
Now this being a point of the highest concernment, and of the greatest importance imaginable to the Saints, I shall Therefore endeavour these three things.
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First, Consider that notwithstanding all the means, and all the advantages, and all the opportunities that you have enjoyed to worke you to perfect holiness in the feare of God,
First, Consider that notwithstanding all the means, and all the advantages, and all the opportunities that you have enjoyed to work you to perfect holiness in the Fear of God,
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you are rather Babes then Men in holines, you are rather shrubs then Cedars in grace, you are rather Dwarfs then Giants in godliness to this very day:
you Are rather Babes then Men in holiness, you Are rather shrubs then Cedars in grace, you Are rather Dwarfs then Giants in godliness to this very day:
First, The strength, the power, the activity, and the prevalancy of sin in you to this day, do's witness to your faces that you have yet obtain'd but small measures of holiness.
First, The strength, the power, the activity, and the prevalancy of since in you to this day, do's witness to your faces that you have yet obtained but small measures of holiness.
but that holiness is at a low ebbe in your souls? O Sirs, were but holiness risen to a greater height in your souls, how readily would you trample upon your lusts? and how easily would you leade captivity captive? As the house of David grew stronger and stronger, so the house of Saul grew weaker and weaker;
but that holiness is At a low ebb in your Souls? O Sirs, were but holiness risen to a greater height in your Souls, how readily would you trample upon your Lustiest? and how Easily would you lead captivity captive? As the house of David grew Stronger and Stronger, so the house of Saul grew Weaker and Weaker;
and your carnality testifies to your faces, &c. that yet you are not got up many rounds in Jacobs Ladder, that your degrees in holiness may be easily cast up. But,
and your carnality Testifies to your faces, etc. that yet you Are not god up many rounds in Jacobs Ladder, that your Degrees in holiness may be Easily cast up. But,
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Ah at what a rate do men value the empty honors, the fading riches, and the declining greatness of this world? Democritus the Philosopher esteemed his Roome covered over with green branches, above the Royal Palace.
Ah At what a rate do men valve the empty honours, the fading riches, and the declining greatness of this world? Democritus the Philosopher esteemed his Room covered over with green branches, above the Royal Palace.
but eternal in the heavens? But what doe I talke of Peter, when this disease had againe and againe and againe over-spread the hearts of all the Disciples,
but Eternal in the heavens? But what do I talk of Peter, when this disease had again and again and again overspread the hearts of all the Disciples,
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as you may evidently see by comparing the Scripture in the Margent together; they had dispute upon dispute, which of them should be accounted greatest;
as you may evidently see by comparing the Scripture in the Margin together; they had dispute upon dispute, which of them should be accounted greatest;
and indeed their thoughts, heads, and hearts were so taken up about an outward kingdome, a worldly kingdome, that they little minded either the spiritual kingdome of God within them,
and indeed their thoughts, Heads, and hearts were so taken up about an outward Kingdom, a worldly Kingdom, that they little minded either the spiritual Kingdom of God within them,
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O but where holiness is risen to any considerable height, there men will make a very foot-stool of their crowns for Christ to get up and ride in triumph;
Oh but where holiness is risen to any considerable height, there men will make a very footstool of their crowns for christ to get up and ride in triumph;
For the hurt of the daughter of my people am I hurt; I am black; astonishment hath taken hold on me. Chap. 45.3. Thou didst say, wo is me now, for the Lord hath added grief to my sorrow;
For the hurt of the daughter of my people am I hurt; I am black; astonishment hath taken hold on me. Chap. 45.3. Thou didst say, woe is me now, for the Lord hath added grief to my sorrow;
there all the glory & bravery of this world will be but as dross & dung, there men would like the woman (the Church) in the Revelation, trample the Moon (that is, all the things of this world which are as changeble as the Moon) under their feete; were there but more holiness in your hearts, all the gay & galllant things of this world, would be more contemptible in your eyes.
there all the glory & bravery of this world will be but as dross & dung, there men would like the woman (the Church) in the Revelation, trample the Moon (that is, all the things of this world which Are as changeble as the Moon) under their feet; were there but more holiness in your hearts, all the gay & galllant things of this world, would be more contemptible in your eyes.
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O Sirs, if Midas was condemned to wear Asses ears, because he preferred Pans Pipe before Apollo's Lute, (that is, humane policy before divine providence) how severely are they to be censured, who prefer the poor, low, empty nothings of this world,
O Sirs, if Midas was condemned to wear Asses ears, Because he preferred Pans Pipe before Apollo's Lute, (that is, humane policy before divine providence) how severely Are they to be censured, who prefer the poor, low, empty nothings of this world,
If thou faint in the day of adversity, thy strength is small, or as the Hebrew has it, thy strength is narrow or straitned. Look as bodily faintness discovers bodily weakness,
If thou faint in the day of adversity, thy strength is small, or as the Hebrew has it, thy strength is narrow or straitened. Look as bodily faintness discovers bodily weakness,
I fainted in my sighings, and I finde no rest. Lam. 1.22. For my sighs are many, and my heart is faint. Chap. 5.17. For this our heart is faint, for these things our eyes are dim.
I fainted in my sighings, and I find no rest. Lam. 1.22. For my sighs Are many, and my heart is faint. Chap. 5.17. For this our heart is faint, for these things our eyes Are dim.
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Now this faintness in the day of adversity speaks out much spiritual weakness; for where holiness is risen to a noble height, there men will bare up couragiously,
Now this faintness in the day of adversity speaks out much spiritual weakness; for where holiness is risen to a noble height, there men will bore up courageously,
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now the Naturalist observes concerning this Royal Bird, that whereas all other Birds make a noise when they are hungry, this Princely Bird makes no noise at all,
now the Naturalist observes Concerning this Royal Bird, that whereas all other Birds make a noise when they Are hungry, this Princely Bird makes no noise At all,
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But now where there is but a little holiness, there men will be like the common fowls of the air, still a making a noise, they will still be a crying, whining,
But now where there is but a little holiness, there men will be like the Common fowls of the air, still a making a noise, they will still be a crying, whining,
O! sirs, when the temptation does but touch and take, when you are no sooner tempted but you are conquered, no sooner assaulted but you are vanquished, certainly holiness is at a very low-ebb in your souls.
OH! Sirs, when the temptation does but touch and take, when you Are no sooner tempted but you Are conquered, no sooner assaulted but you Are vanquished, Certainly holiness is At a very low-ebb in your Souls.
or their affections with disorderedness, or their consciences with unrighteousness, 'tis a very great argument that there is but little holiness within.
or their affections with disorderedness, or their Consciences with unrighteousness, it's a very great argument that there is but little holiness within.
When one of the Martyrs was offered riches and honors if he would recant, he gave this excellent answer, Do but offer me somewhat that is better then my Lord Jesus Christ ▪ and you shall see what I will say to you.
When one of the Martyrs was offered riches and honours if he would recant, he gave this excellent answer, Do but offer me somewhat that is better then my Lord jesus christ ▪ and you shall see what I will say to you.
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When Vale•ce the Emperor offered large preferments to Basil, and told him what a great man he would make him, he answered, offer these things to children, and not to Christians.
When Vale•ce the Emperor offered large preferments to Basil, and told him what a great man he would make him, he answered, offer these things to children, and not to Christians.
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but alas, in these times how easily, how readily, and how frequently do multitudes fall before every temptation? As soon as Acan had but cast his eye upon the Babylonish garment and shekels of Silver,
but alas, in these times how Easily, how readily, and how frequently do Multitudes fallen before every temptation? As soon as Ashcan had but cast his eye upon the Babylonish garment and shekels of Silver,
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and his golden wedge was but a wedge to cleave him, and his shekels of silver were but shekels to hold him the faster, both under the wrath of God and man.
and his golden wedge was but a wedge to cleave him, and his shekels of silver were but shekels to hold him the faster, both under the wrath of God and man.
if the Lord does but frown upon your Joseph, or touch your Isaac, or call for your Benjamine, or wither your Gourd, O now with Rachel you will not be comforted,
if the Lord does but frown upon your Joseph, or touch your Isaac, or call for your Benjamin, or wither your Gourd, Oh now with Rachel you will not be comforted,
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O! now you can't look up and trust in God, you can't look up and delight in God, you can't look up and hope in God, you can't look up and solace your selves in God, you can't look up and lye down in the good pleasure of God, you can't look up and justifie God, you can't look up and say, God is your God, &c. O now God has toucht you in your first born, you can neither eat, nor drink, nor sleep;
OH! now you can't look up and trust in God, you can't look up and delight in God, you can't look up and hope in God, you can't look up and solace your selves in God, you can't look up and lie down in the good pleasure of God, you can't look up and justify God, you can't look up and say, God is your God, etc. Oh now God has touched you in your First born, you can neither eat, nor drink, nor sleep;
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now you say all is your own, and anon you are ready to give up all as lost, &c. and thus your hearts rise and fall according to the working of second causes.
now you say all is your own, and anon you Are ready to give up all as lost, etc. and thus your hearts rise and fallen according to the working of second Causes.
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O but now were you eminent in holiness, then under the saddest and crossest workings of second causes, you would say with Asa, O Lord it is nothing with thee to help,
O but now were you eminent in holiness, then under the Saddest and crossest workings of second Causes, you would say with Asa, Oh Lord it is nothing with thee to help,
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and however second causes may wheel about, yet such a man will live upon him, and look up to him that hath a wheel within every wheel, Ezek. 1.15. — 22. But,
and however second Causes may wheel about, yet such a man will live upon him, and look up to him that hath a wheel within every wheel, Ezekiel 1.15. — 22. But,
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Ah how are many of our hearts like to the Isle of Pathmos, which is so barren that nothing that is good will grow on't, all the good things that grow there is from the earth that is brought from other places.
Ah how Are many of our hearts like to the Isle of Patmos, which is so barren that nothing that is good will grow oned, all the good things that grow there is from the earth that is brought from other places.
What's a barren tree, a barren ground, or a barren womb to a barren heart? Many in our days are like the Cypress-tree, which the more it is watered, the more it is withered;
What's a barren tree, a barren ground, or a barren womb to a barren heart? Many in our days Are like the Cypress tree, which the more it is watered, the more it is withered;
the more the dews of heaven falls upon them, and the more heavenly Manna is daily rained round about them, the more lean, fruitless, and barren they grow;
the more the dews of heaven falls upon them, and the more heavenly Manna is daily reigned round about them, the more lean, fruitless, and barren they grow;
Now these eight Arguments do clearly evidence that many (O that I could not say that most Christians) have attained but to small measures and degrees of holiness. But,
Now these eight Arguments do clearly evidence that many (Oh that I could not say that most Christians) have attained but to small measures and Degrees of holiness. But,
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First, By many precious promises that are scattered up and down in the blessed Scriptures; as that Job 17.9. The righteous shall hold on his way, and he that hath clean hands, shall be stronger and stronger;
First, By many precious promises that Are scattered up and down in the blessed Scriptures; as that Job 17.9. The righteous shall hold on his Way, and he that hath clean hands, shall be Stronger and Stronger;
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Or as the Hebrew has it, he shall add strength, that is, he shall go on from one degree of spiritual strength to another, he shall go on from a lesser degree to a greater degree,
Or as the Hebrew has it, he shall add strength, that is, he shall go on from one degree of spiritual strength to Another, he shall go on from a lesser degree to a greater degree,
or from Troop to Troop, in allusion to the custome of the Jews, when all the Males went up thrice a year to Jerusalem; now when they went up to Jerusalem, they went up with their flocks, and in Troops;
or from Troop to Troop, in allusion to the custom of the jews, when all the Males went up thrice a year to Jerusalem; now when they went up to Jerusalem, they went up with their flocks, and in Troops;
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and this Troop and that, and so they went on, their power and strength increasing daily more and more, till they appeared before God in Zion; or look as the Bee goes from flower to flower to gather Honey,
and this Troop and that, and so they went on, their power and strength increasing daily more and more, till they appeared before God in Zion; or look as the Bee Goes from flower to flower to gather Honey,
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so those that had a principle of grace and holiness in them, they went from one good company to another, from one Troop of Christians to another, still gathering up heavenly honey as they went.
so those that had a principle of grace and holiness in them, they went from one good company to Another, from one Troop of Christians to Another, still gathering up heavenly honey as they went.
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from publike duties to closet duties, and from closet duties to publike duties, &c. Psal. 92.12, 13, 14. The righteous shall flourish like the Palm-tree, he shall grow like a Cedar in Lebanon.
from public duties to closet duties, and from closet duties to public duties, etc. Psalm 92.12, 13, 14. The righteous shall flourish like the Palm tree, he shall grow like a Cedar in Lebanon.
The promise of flourishing is three times repeated in these three verses, they shall flourish, they shall flourish, they shall flourish, to note the more then ordinary flourishing estate of the Saints even in their old age.
The promise of flourishing is three times repeated in these three Verses, they shall flourish, they shall flourish, they shall flourish, to note the more then ordinary flourishing estate of the Saints even in their old age.
'Tis with real Christians as 'tis with wine, the older the better, or as 'tis with the Sun which shines most gloriously and amiably when 'tis near seting.
It's with real Christians as it's with wine, the older the better, or as it's with the Sun which shines most gloriously and amiably when it's near setting.
for whatever our thoughts may be concerning God, yet we shall always find him one and the same, he will be as good to his people at last as he was at first,
for whatever our thoughts may be Concerning God, yet we shall always find him one and the same, he will be as good to his people At last as he was At First,
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even to old age he will carry them. So in that Prov. 4.18. But the path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day.
even to old age he will carry them. So in that Curae 4.18. But the path of the just is as the shining Light, that shines more and more unto the perfect day.
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and therefore I shall pass them. I shall conclude with that precious promise, John 4.14. But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him, shall never thirst:
and Therefore I shall pass them. I shall conclude with that precious promise, John 4.14. But whosoever Drinketh of the water that I shall give him, shall never thirst:
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and to desire that ye might be filled with the knowledge of his will, in all wisdom and spiritual understanding. Chap. 4.12. Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ saluteth you, always laboring fervently for you in prayers, that ye may stand perfect and compleat in all the will of God.
and to desire that you might be filled with the knowledge of his will, in all Wisdom and spiritual understanding. Chap. 4.12. Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of christ salutes you, always labouring fervently for you in Prayers, that you may stand perfect and complete in all the will of God.
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The Apostle by doubling his word encrease and abound, discovers himself to be an importunate suitor, that a double portion of grace and holiness might be given out to the Thessalonians. So in that Heb. 13.20, 21. Now the God of peace that brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the Sheep, through the blood of the everlasting Covenant, Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
The Apostle by doubling his word increase and abound, discovers himself to be an importunate suitor, that a double portion of grace and holiness might be given out to the Thessalonians. So in that Hebrew 13.20, 21. Now the God of peace that brought again from the dead our Lord jesus, that great Shepherd of the Sheep, through the blood of the everlasting Covenant, Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is Well-pleasing in his sighed, through jesus christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
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And the Apostle Peter puts up the same requests for those blessed converts that were scattered throughou• Pontius, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, In that 1 Pet. 5.10.
And the Apostle Peter puts up the same requests for those blessed converts that were scattered throughou• Pontius, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bythynia, In that 1 Pet. 5.10.
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nor onely perfect •n respect of his justification before God by imputed righteousness, nor onely perfect in respect of Gods approbation, acceptation and delight,
nor only perfect •n respect of his justification before God by imputed righteousness, nor only perfect in respect of God's approbation, acceptation and delight,
but also he is said to be perfect in respect of an eminent progress that he had made in grace and holiness, he had attained to considerable degrees and measures of grace and holiness;
but also he is said to be perfect in respect of an eminent progress that he had made in grace and holiness, he had attained to considerable Degrees and measures of grace and holiness;
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And the Lord said unto Satan, hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and upright man, one that feareth God and escheweth evil? Job was a very considerable person, he was a man of a choice spirit, he was caller in goodness,
And the Lord said unto Satan, hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and upright man, one that fears God and escheweth evil? Job was a very considerable person, he was a man of a choice Spirit, he was caller in Goodness,
And in this sense we are to understand the Apostle, both in that 1 Cor. 2.6. We speak wisdom among them that are perfect; and in that Phil. 3.15. Let as many as be perfect be thus minded.
And in this sense we Are to understand the Apostle, both in that 1 Cor. 2.6. We speak Wisdom among them that Are perfect; and in that Philip 3.15. Let as many as be perfect be thus minded.
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He speaks here not of an absolute perfection, for such a perfection himself disclaimeth in vers. 12. Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect:
He speaks Here not of an absolute perfection, for such a perfection himself disclaimeth in vers. 12. Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect:
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By the force of the Original word that is here rendred follow, the Apostle declares that he had perfection in chase (as it were) and that his spirit was with much heat and eargerness carried out in pursuing after it,
By the force of the Original word that is Here rendered follow, the Apostle declares that he had perfection in chase (as it were) and that his Spirit was with much heat and eagerness carried out in pursuing After it,
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And 'tis a very large testimony that the same Apostle gives of the Romans, in that Rom. 15.14. And I my self also am perswaded of you my brethren, that ye are also full of goodness filled with all knowledge, able also to admonish one another.
And it's a very large testimony that the same Apostle gives of the Roman, in that Rom. 15.14. And I my self also am persuaded of you my brothers, that you Are also full of Goodness filled with all knowledge, able also to admonish one Another.
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Now the fullness the Apostle speaks of, is not a fulness of parts, for the weakest believer as well as the strongest, is at first conversion renewed and sanctified in every part,
Now the fullness the Apostle speaks of, is not a fullness of parts, for the Weakest believer as well as the Strongest, is At First conversion renewed and sanctified in every part,
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and in whom the work of grace was but newly erected, and they were full of all goodness and knowledge now, in comparison of what they were at their first acquaintance with Christ,
and in whom the work of grace was but newly erected, and they were full of all Goodness and knowledge now, in comparison of what they were At their First acquaintance with christ,
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Fourthly, 'Tis possible for you to attain to higher degrees and pitches in holiness then any yet you have reach't unto, witness the praises and thanksgivings that has been offered up to God upon their accounts, who have attained to a very great heighth of holiness.
Fourthly, It's possible for you to attain to higher Degrees and pitches in holiness then any yet you have reached unto, witness the praises and thanksgivings that has been offered up to God upon their accounts, who have attained to a very great height of holiness.
for the grace of God which is given you by Jesus Christ, That in every thing ye are enriched by him, in all utterance and in all knowledge, so that ye come behind in no good gift;
for the grace of God which is given you by jesus christ, That in every thing you Are enriched by him, in all utterance and in all knowledge, so that you come behind in no good gift;
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and that in Eph. 1.3, 7, 8. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ:
and that in Ephesians 1.3, 7, 8. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord jesus christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in christ:
though not with corn, or oyl, or wine, or with gold or silver (which is but red and white clay) that yet he had blest them with all spiritual blessings, which are the choicest, the chiefest, and the sweetest of blessings;
though not with corn, or oil, or wine, or with gold or silver (which is but read and white clay) that yet he had blessed them with all spiritual blessings, which Are the Choicest, the chiefest, and the Sweetest of blessings;
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for spiritual blessings are right-handed blessings, they are peculiar blessings, they are blessings sweetning blessings, for they sweeten all the blessings man enjoys;
for spiritual blessings Are right-handed blessings, they Are peculiar blessings, they Are blessings sweetening blessings, for they sweeten all the blessings man enjoys;
spiritual blessings are peculiar blessings, they are costly blessings, they are blessings that reach to the very spirit and soul of a Christian, they are blessings that raises the spirit of a Christian,
spiritual blessings Are peculiar blessings, they Are costly blessings, they Are blessings that reach to the very Spirit and soul of a Christian, they Are blessings that raises the Spirit of a Christian,
and that a thousand ways betters the spirit of a Christian; and therefore 'tis no wonder that the Apostles heart was so affected with spiritual blessings,
and that a thousand ways betters the Spirit of a Christian; and Therefore it's no wonder that the Apostles heart was so affected with spiritual blessings,
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and upon the account of those eminent measures of grace that other Saints are blest and crown'd withal? though Seiarus did dare to sacrifice to himself,
and upon the account of those eminent measures of grace that other Saints Are blessed and crowned withal? though Seiarus did Dare to sacrifice to himself,
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yet a Christian must not dare to sacrifice to himself, nor to his duties, nor to his graces, &c. the sacrifice of praise in regard of grace received, is a crown of glory that is due to none but the God of grace.
yet a Christian must not Dare to sacrifice to himself, nor to his duties, nor to his graces, etc. the sacrifice of praise in regard of grace received, is a crown of glory that is due to none but the God of grace.
but shall also richly bespangle and adorn your souls and others with his precious graces, what can you do less then cast that Pearl of praise into the bosom of God? as David did in that Psal. 103.1.
but shall also richly bespangle and adorn your Souls and Others with his precious graces, what can you do less then cast that Pearl of praise into the bosom of God? as David did in that Psalm 103.1.
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Fifthly and lastly, 'Tis possible for you to attain to higher degrees of holiness, &c. witness those choice, those rare and singular gifts that Christ has bestowed upon many of his servants,
Fifthly and lastly, It's possible for you to attain to higher Degrees of holiness, etc. witness those choice, those rare and singular Gifts that christ has bestowed upon many of his Servants,
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for this very purpose, viz. that they may help on a growth and an increase of holiness in your hearts, Eph. 4.8, 11, 12, 13. Wherefore he saith, when he ascended up on high, he led captivity captive, and gave gifts unto men.
for this very purpose, viz. that they may help on a growth and an increase of holiness in your hearts, Ephesians 4.8, 11, 12, 13. Wherefore he Says, when he ascended up on high, he led captivity captive, and gave Gifts unto men.
and filled with faith and fortitude, &c. Chrysostom saith, that by the Sacrament of the Lords Supper, we are so armed against Satans temptations, that he fleeth from us,
and filled with faith and fortitude, etc. Chrysostom Says, that by the Sacrament of the lords Supper, we Are so armed against Satan temptations, that he fleeth from us,
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And O then how unmanly and unseemly a thing is it to hang this Cabinet of Jewels (which is more worth then the Gold of Opher ) in a Swines snout? And how that mother can be guiltless of the death of her child, that giveth him poison in a Golden cup, with this caution, that she tells him it is poison, I know not;
And Oh then how unmanly and unseemly a thing is it to hang this Cabinet of Jewels (which is more worth then the Gold of Opher) in a Swine snout? And how that mother can be guiltless of the death of her child, that gives him poison in a Golden cup, with this caution, that she tells him it is poison, I know not;
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no more do I know how that Minister can be guiltless of the body and blood of our Lord, who dispences the bread of Life to those who are known to be without spiritual life,
no more do I know how that Minister can be guiltless of the body and blood of our Lord, who dispenses the bred of Life to those who Are known to be without spiritual life,
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then he do's in all the Angels and Saints in heaven, and in all the upright ones that are on earth? but because Christ is more eminent and glorious in holiness then all created beings are;
then he do's in all the Angels and Saints in heaven, and in all the upright ones that Are on earth? but Because christ is more eminent and glorious in holiness then all created beings Are;
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There are foure remarkable things in the beloved Disciple above all the rest. 1. That he lay nearest to Christs Bosome at the Table. 2. That he followed Christ closest to the high Priests Palace. 3. That he stood close to Christ when he was on the Cross,
There Are foure remarkable things in the Beloved Disciple above all the rest. 1. That he lay nearest to Christ Bosom At the Table. 2. That he followed christ closest to the high Priests Palace. 3. That he stood close to christ when he was on the Cross,
Now why did Christs desire, love, and delight, run out with a stronger and a fuller Tyde towards John, then to the rest of the Disciples, doubtless 'twas because John did more resemble Christ then the rest, 'twas because John was a more exact picture,
Now why did Christ desire, love, and delight, run out with a Stronger and a fuller Tide towards John, then to the rest of the Disciples, doubtless 'twas Because John did more resemble christ then the rest, 'twas Because John was a more exact picture,
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As you may see in Moses, Moses was a none-such for meekness and holiness. Num. 12.3. Now the man Moses was very meeke, above all the men which were upon the face of the earth.
As you may see in Moses, Moses was a nonesuch for meekness and holiness. Num. 12.3. Now the man Moses was very meek, above all the men which were upon the face of the earth.
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and murmuring Generation, as Moses was, and yet he did neither raile at them, nor revile them, he did neither storme nor rage, he did neither fret nor fling,
and murmuring Generation, as Moses was, and yet he did neither rail At them, nor revile them, he did neither storm nor rage, he did neither fret nor fling,
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and the familiarness of God with Moses! Deut. 34.10. And there arose not a Prophet since in Israel like unto Moses, whom the Lord knew face to face.
and the familiarness of God with Moses! Deuteronomy 34.10. And there arose not a Prophet since in Israel like unto Moses, whom the Lord knew face to face.
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for Moses within one Age wrought seventy six miracles, when all the rest of the Prophets from the beginning of the world quite downe to the ruine of the first Temple, wrought only seventy foure:
for Moses within one Age wrought seventy six Miracles, when all the rest of the prophets from the beginning of the world quite down to the ruin of the First Temple, wrought only seventy foure:
and to cloud, eclipse, and diminish his glory, see at what ahigh and noble rate God speaks of Moses, see how God magnifies and exalts and lifts up Moses in that 12 Num. 6, 7, 8. And he said, heare now my words;
and to cloud, eclipse, and diminish his glory, see At what ahigh and noble rate God speaks of Moses, see how God Magnifies and exalts and lifts up Moses in that 12 Num. 6, 7, 8. And he said, hear now my words;
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Wherefore then were ye not-afraid to speak against my servant Moses? Now here you see how God owns Moses, and stands up for Moses, and pleads for Moses, and tells Aaron and Miriam to their faces, that Moses was the greatest favourite,
Wherefore then were you not-afraid to speak against my servant Moses? Now Here you see how God owns Moses, and Stands up for Moses, and pleads for Moses, and tells Aaron and Miriam to their faces, that Moses was the greatest favourite,
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and that he had far greater respects for Moses then he had for them, and that there was not a man in all the world that was so inward with him as Moses, and that had so much of his eare and heart as Moses had.
and that he had Far greater respects for Moses then he had for them, and that there was not a man in all the world that was so inward with him as Moses, and that had so much of his ear and heart as Moses had.
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God did appeare to o•her Prophets in Dreames and visions, which were transient, but with Moses God will speak mouth to mouth, God will speak to him without an interpreter, he will speak to Moses more familiarly and frequently then he did to others by visions,
God did appear to o•her prophets in Dreams and visions, which were Transient, but with Moses God will speak Mouth to Mouth, God will speak to him without an interpreter, he will speak to Moses more familiarly and frequently then he did to Others by visions,
God here engages himselfe to hold a more close, familiar, friendly, and constant conference and correspondence with Moses, then with any others in the world.
God Here engages himself to hold a more close, familiar, friendly, and constant conference and correspondence with Moses, then with any Others in the world.
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as he had done with Abraham before, they conjecture that the Lord Jesus did very friendly and familiarly shew himselfe to Moses with that very same face and forme of humane nature, which he afterwards assumed;
as he had done with Abraham before, they conjecture that the Lord jesus did very friendly and familiarly show himself to Moses with that very same face and Form of humane nature, which he afterwards assumed;
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And whether Moses had one hundred and seventy three familiar conferences with God, which none of the Prophets had, lyes upon those Rabbies to prove that doe assert it;
And whither Moses had one hundred and seventy three familiar conferences with God, which none of the prophets had, lies upon those Rabbies to prove that do assert it;
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though God had many friends, yet 'twas Abraham that was his singular friend, his darling friend, his rare friend, &c. and accordingly, God was most free,
though God had many Friends, yet 'twas Abraham that was his singular friend, his darling friend, his rare friend, etc. and accordingly, God was most free,
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A Christian at first conversion is but ru••e cast, but as holiness is encreased, so he comes more and more every day to be prepared, polished, squared and fitted for a full and glorious fruition of God in heaven;
A Christian At First conversion is but ru••e cast, but as holiness is increased, so he comes more and more every day to be prepared, polished, squared and fitted for a full and glorious fruition of God in heaven;
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for which the opinions of the learned are various) God set to his Seale, that it was good; but when he had perfected and compleated the whole Creation,
for which the opinions of the learned Are various) God Set to his Seal, that it was good; but when he had perfected and completed the Whole Creation,
The work of Creation was so curiously and gloriously fram'd, and so full of admirable rarities and varieties, that it raised delight and complacency in God himselfe:
The work of Creation was so curiously and gloriously framed, and so full of admirable rarities and varieties, that it raised delight and complacency in God himself:
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Whereupon Augustine observes, that even to every grace, yea of the least degree of grace, he saith it is good; but when he beholds the graces of his Saints fresh and flourishing, your faith acted and strengthened, your repentance daily renewed, your humility increased, &c. then he concludes, that all is very good.
Whereupon Augustine observes, that even to every grace, yea of the least degree of grace, he Says it is good; but when he beholds the graces of his Saints fresh and flourishing, your faith acted and strengthened, your Repentance daily renewed, your humility increased, etc. then he concludes, that all is very good.
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Fourthly, To provoke you to labour after higher degrees of holiness, consider, that the more your holiness is encreased, the more the great God will be honored and glorified.
Fourthly, To provoke you to labour After higher Degrees of holiness, Consider, that the more your holiness is increased, the more the great God will be honoured and glorified.
The more eminent any person is in holiness, the more clearely and convincingly he proclaimes God before all the world, to be a rich God, a full God, a bountiful God, an overflowing good;
The more eminent any person is in holiness, the more clearly and convincingly he proclaims God before all the world, to be a rich God, a full God, a bountiful God, an overflowing good;
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and the highest honor, and the sweetest praise to God in the world. The Tree in Alcinous Garden had alwayes blossomes, buds, and ripe fruits one under another.
and the highest honour, and the Sweetest praise to God in the world. The Tree in Alcinous Garden had always blossoms, buds, and ripe fruits one under Another.
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What will men say, when they shall behold your eminency in sanctity? will they not say, certainly God is no hard Master, he never looks to reape where he do's not sowe,
What will men say, when they shall behold your eminency in sanctity? will they not say, Certainly God is no hard Master, he never looks to reap where he do's not sow,
yea he feasts his servants with the choicest rarities and varieties that heaven affords, witness their thriving and flourishing estate in grace and holiness.
yea he feasts his Servants with the Choicest rarities and varieties that heaven affords, witness their thriving and flourishing estate in grace and holiness.
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do thou but make it thy business to perfect holiness in the feare of the Lord, and the Lord will not faile to make new and fresh additions of more grace and holiness to that thou hast. Psal. 84.11. The Lord will give grace and glory, and no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
do thou but make it thy business to perfect holiness in the Fear of the Lord, and the Lord will not fail to make new and fresh additions of more grace and holiness to that thou hast. Psalm 84.11. The Lord will give grace and glory, and no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
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Mark those words, viz. that the Lord will give grace and glory, that is, grace unto glory, hee'l still be adding more grace to that thou hast, till the bud of grace be turn'd into the flower of glory, till thy grace on earth commenceth glory in heaven;
Mark those words, viz. that the Lord will give grace and glory, that is, grace unto glory, he'll still be adding more grace to that thou hast, till the bud of grace be turned into the flower of glory, till thy grace on earth Commenceth glory in heaven;
the more holiness any man has, the more still God will give him. Math. 13.12. For whosoever hath, to him shall be given, and he shall have more abundance:
the more holiness any man has, the more still God will give him. Math. 13.12. For whosoever hath, to him shall be given, and he shall have more abundance:
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He that hath principles of grace and holiness laid into his soul, he shall finde a plentifull increase of those sanctifying and saving principles; he shall have more abundance;
He that hath principles of grace and holiness laid into his soul, he shall find a plentiful increase of those sanctifying and Saving principles; he shall have more abundance;
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Look as that arme is greatest and strongest that is most used and exercised; so that particular grace that is most exercised and used, is most strengthned and greatned.
Look as that arm is greatest and Strongest that is most used and exercised; so that particular grace that is most exercised and used, is most strengthened and greatened.
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Sixthly, To provoke you to labour after higher degrees of holiness, Consider, that the more holiness you attaine to, the greater will be your heaven of joy and comfort in this world.
Sixthly, To provoke you to labour After higher Degrees of holiness, Consider, that the more holiness you attain to, the greater will be your heaven of joy and Comfort in this world.
Though the least spark of true holiness will bring a man to heaven, certainly yet 'tis only an eminency in holiness that will make a man walk to heaven comfortably;
Though the least spark of true holiness will bring a man to heaven, Certainly yet it's only an eminency in holiness that will make a man walk to heaven comfortably;
now the more clearely and evidently the reality and sincerity of a mans holiness appeares, the higher will the springs of joy and comfort arise in his soul:
now the more clearly and evidently the reality and sincerity of a men holiness appears, the higher will the springs of joy and Comfort arise in his soul:
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and the more evident a mans union and communion is with God, the more will that mans soul be fill'd with that joy that is unspeakable and full of glory:
and the more evident a men Union and communion is with God, the more will that men soul be filled with that joy that is unspeakable and full of glory:
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Though the windowes of the Temple were broad without but narrow within, yet the joy and comfort of a Christian (that is eminent in holiness) is broad and full within,
Though the windows of the Temple were broad without but narrow within, yet the joy and Comfort of a Christian (that is eminent in holiness) is broad and full within,
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Seventhly, To provoke you to labour after higher degrees of holiness, Consider, that the more holy any person is, the more the Lord will reveale and manifest himselfe,
Seventhly, To provoke you to labour After higher Degrees of holiness, Consider, that the more holy any person is, the more the Lord will reveal and manifest himself,
Among all the Apostles, Paul was a man of the greatest holiness, and of all the Apostles Paul had the most glorious revelations and discoveries of God manifested to him;
Among all the Apostles, Paul was a man of the greatest holiness, and of all the Apostles Paul had the most glorious revelations and discoveries of God manifested to him;
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and that either because they transcended mans capacity in this life, or else because the Apostle was forbidden to utter them, they being revealed to him, not for the publike use of the Church,
and that either Because they transcended men capacity in this life, or Else Because the Apostle was forbidden to utter them, they being revealed to him, not for the public use of the Church,
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but only for his particular encouragement, that so he might be the better able to encounter with all the hardships, difficulties, dangers and deaths, that should attend him in the conscientious discharge of his ministerial work.
but only for his particular encouragement, that so he might be the better able to encounter with all the hardships, difficulties, dangers and death's, that should attend him in the conscientious discharge of his ministerial work.
this I think we may safely conclude, that in this rapture, besides the contemplation of Celestial Mysteries, he felt such unspeakable delight and pleasure, that was either like to that or exceeding that which Adam took in the terrestrial Paradise;
this I think we may safely conclude, that in this rapture, beside the contemplation of Celestial Mysteres, he felt such unspeakable delight and pleasure, that was either like to that or exceeding that which Adam took in the terrestrial Paradise;
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and makes knowne to him, all that care, that love, that tenderness, that kindness, and that sweetness, that he would exercise towards his Church, from that very time to the end of the world:
and makes known to him, all that care, that love, that tenderness, that kindness, and that sweetness, that he would exercise towards his Church, from that very time to the end of the world:
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Christ tells John, that though he had been absent and seemingly silent for about threescore years, that yet he was not so taken up with the delights, contents,
christ tells John, that though he had been absent and seemingly silent for about threescore Years, that yet he was not so taken up with the delights, contents,
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As there was none that had so much of the heart of Christ as John, so there was none that had so much of the eare of Christ as John; Christ singles out his servant John from all the men in the world,
As there was none that had so much of the heart of christ as John, so there was none that had so much of the ear of christ as John; christ singles out his servant John from all the men in the world,
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and makes knowne to him all the happy providences, and all the sad occurrences that were to come upon the followers of the Lamb, that so they might know what to pray for,
and makes known to him all the happy providences, and all the sad occurrences that were to come upon the followers of the Lamb, that so they might know what to pray for,
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Mr. John Hus was a man eminent in holiness (he was borne in Prague in Bohemia, and was Pastor of the Church of Bethleem ) his name Hus in the Bohemian language s•gnifies a Goose;
Mr. John Hus was a man eminent in holiness (he was born in Prague in Bohemia, and was Pastor of the Church of Bethlehem) his name Hus in the Bohemian language s•gnifies a Goose;
and whose singings would affright all those Vulters, which was exactly fulfilled in Luther (whose name in the Bohemian language signifies a Swan) for God raised him up as a famous instrument in his hand, who carried on that glorious Cause with mighty success;
and whose singings would affright all those Vultures, which was exactly fulfilled in Luther (whose name in the Bohemian language signifies a Swan) for God raised him up as a famous Instrument in his hand, who carried on that glorious Cause with mighty success;
David was a man of great holiness, as is evident by that glorious testimony that God has given of him, in that 13 Acts 22. And when he had removed him (that is, Saul, v. 21.) he raised up unto them David to be their King, to whom also he gave testimony,
David was a man of great holiness, as is evident by that glorious testimony that God has given of him, in that 13 Acts 22. And when he had removed him (that is, Saul, v. 21.) he raised up unto them David to be their King, to whom also he gave testimony,
to note the eminency, transc•ndency, universality and sincerity of his obedience. Now if you will but look into that 2 Sam. 7.27. there you shall see how the Lord declares and makes knowne himselfe and his intentions towards him;
to note the eminency, transc•ndency, universality and sincerity of his Obedience. Now if you will but look into that 2 Sam. 7.27. there you shall see how the Lord declares and makes known himself and his intentions towards him;
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such persons that are eminent in holiness, are the great favourits of heaven, and God tells them in the eare of many a rare secret, which all others are kept ignorant of.
such Persons that Are eminent in holiness, Are the great favourites of heaven, and God tells them in the ear of many a rare secret, which all Others Are kept ignorant of.
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and therefore as ever you would have God in an eminent way to manifest and discover himselfe and his mind unto you, O labour after a greater measure of holiness. But,
and Therefore as ever you would have God in an eminent Way to manifest and discover himself and his mind unto you, Oh labour After a greater measure of holiness. But,
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Eighthly, To provoke you to labour after higher degrees of holiness, Consider, that the more holy any man is, the more singular delight and pleasure God will take in all his religious duties and services;
Eighthly, To provoke you to labour After higher Degrees of holiness, Consider, that the more holy any man is, the more singular delight and pleasure God will take in all his religious duties and services;
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after he hath refined, scoured, and purged his people from their drossiness, filthiness, earthliness, selfishness, and sensualness, &c. then their offerings shall be pleasant to the Lord.
After he hath refined, scoured, and purged his people from their drossiness, filthiness, earthliness, selfishness, and sensualness, etc. then their offerings shall be pleasant to the Lord.
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Look as light makes all things pleasant and delightful to man, so holiness makes all a mans duties and services pleasant and delightful to the Lord. Zach. 13.9.
Look as Light makes all things pleasant and delightful to man, so holiness makes all a men duties and services pleasant and delightful to the Lord. Zach 13.9.
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O the pleasure and delight that God takes in the prayers, tears, hearings, readings, meltings, mournings and repentings of such who are eminently purged and sanctified;
O the pleasure and delight that God Takes in the Prayers, tears, hearings, readings, meltings, mournings and repentings of such who Are eminently purged and sanctified;
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the heart is (Camera omnipotentis Regis) the presence chamber of the king of heaven, 'tis his bed of spices, 'tis his royal Throne, on which he delights to sit and rule;
the heart is (Camera omnipotentis Regis) the presence chamber of the King of heaven, it's his Bed of spices, it's his royal Throne, on which he delights to fit and Rule;
now the more any man delights and takes pleasure in religious duties and services, the more God delights and takes pleasure in his religious duties and services;
now the more any man delights and Takes pleasure in religious duties and services, the more God delights and Takes pleasure in his religious duties and services;
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The very heathen (as several Authors report) had their store pots of water set at the doores of their Temples, where they used to wash before they went to sacrifice, having this notion and opinion amongst them, that their gods did best accept and most delight in those sacrifices that were offered by those who had washed themselves pure and cleane;
The very heathen (as several Authors report) had their store pots of water Set At the doors of their Temples, where they used to wash before they went to sacrifice, having this notion and opinion among them, that their God's did best accept and most delight in those Sacrifices that were offered by those who had washed themselves pure and clean;
sure I am that the great God, who is the God of gods, is most pleased and delighted with those sacrifices of prayers and praises that are offered up with the purest hands, and with the cleanest heart;
sure I am that the great God, who is the God of God's, is most pleased and delighted with those Sacrifices of Prayers and praises that Are offered up with the Purest hands, and with the cleanest heart;
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and therefore as ever you would have God to take singular, pleasure and delight in all your duties and services, labour after an eminency in holiness. But,
and Therefore as ever you would have God to take singular, pleasure and delight in all your duties and services, labour After an eminency in holiness. But,
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Ninthly, To provoke you to labour after higher degrees of holiness, Consider, that many who have been won over to Christ later then you, do yet in holiness much excell you, are there not many children, who have been in Christ but yesterday (as it were) and yet how doe they outstrip their parents (not only in parts,
Ninthly, To provoke you to labour After higher Degrees of holiness, Consider, that many who have been wone over to christ later then you, do yet in holiness much excel you, Are there not many children, who have been in christ but yesterday (as it were) and yet how do they outstrip their Parents (not only in parts,
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but in piety) who have been in Christ many years before them? And are there not many servants to be found, who have not been in Christ seaven years, who yet are more holy, more humble, more heavenly, more spiritual, more serious and every way more gracious then their Masters, who have been in Christ long before them? And are there not many poor, meane, neglected, despised and scorned Christians, who have been converted and sanctified but a few years, who yet are more fearfull of sinning against God,
but in piety) who have been in christ many Years before them? And Are there not many Servants to be found, who have not been in christ seaven Years, who yet Are more holy, more humble, more heavenly, more spiritual, more serious and every Way more gracious then their Masters, who have been in christ long before them? And Are there not many poor, mean, neglected, despised and scorned Christians, who have been converted and sanctified but a few Years, who yet Are more fearful of sinning against God,
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and watchfull, and circumspect, in their walking with God, and more laborious and diligent in the use of all holy means, whereby God may be exalted and lifted up in the world,
and watchful, and circumspect, in their walking with God, and more laborious and diligent in the use of all holy means, whereby God may be exalted and lifted up in the world,
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then many great and rich Christians in the world, who yet have been in Christ very many years before them? Paul had some kinsmen that were in Christ before him (as you may see in that 16 Rom. 5, 7. Likewise greet the Church that is in their house, salute my well beloved Epenetus, who is the first fruits of Achaia unto Christ;
then many great and rich Christians in the world, who yet have been in christ very many Years before them? Paul had Some kinsmen that were in christ before him (as you may see in that 16 Rom. 5, 7. Likewise greet the Church that is in their house, salute my well Beloved Epenetus, who is the First fruits of Achaia unto christ;
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Salute Andronieus and Junia my kinsmen, and my fellow-prisoners, who are of note among the Apostles, who also were in Christ before me) and yet in grace and holiness he excell'd them all.
Salute Andronieus and Junia my kinsmen, and my Fellow prisoners, who Are of note among the Apostles, who also were in christ before me) and yet in grace and holiness he excelled them all.
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so there are many Christians, who have set out heaven-wards, and holinesswards, after others, and yet they have not only overtaken them, but also in grace and holiness gone far before them.
so there Are many Christians, who have Set out heavenwards, and Holinesswards, After Others, and yet they have not only overtaken them, but also in grace and holiness gone Far before them.
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so many Christians even in their non-age (as I may say) do put down other Christians, who in respect of their years and opportunities might have been Doctors in Christianity.
so many Christians even in their nonage (as I may say) do put down other Christians, who in respect of their Years and opportunities might have been Doctors in Christianity.
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and doubtless there are very many in this City who have set upon the Trade of Christianity, the Trade of godliness, long after others, who yet are grown greater and richer in grace & holiness then those, who have for very many years driven that Trade:
and doubtless there Are very many in this city who have Set upon the Trade of Christianity, the Trade of godliness, long After Others, who yet Are grown greater and Richer in grace & holiness then those, who have for very many Years driven that Trade:
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as you are, for you are the onely persons on earth that are made partakers of the divine nature, and that have a more excellent spirit in you then the men of this world have,
as you Are, for you Are the only Persons on earth that Are made partakers of the divine nature, and that have a more excellent Spirit in you then the men of this world have,
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and that have more excellent principles in you, as knowledge, wisdom, faith, love, self-denyal, humility, &c. to help on the advance and increase of holiness,
and that have more excellent principles in you, as knowledge, Wisdom, faith, love, self-denial, humility, etc. to help on the advance and increase of holiness,
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O sirs, how gloriously should that house be adorned with holiness, that is of Gods own building? and how fruitful should those vineyards and gardens be, that are of Gods own planting;
O Sirs, how gloriously should that house be adorned with holiness, that is of God's own building? and how fruitful should those vineyards and gardens be, that Are of God's own planting;
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and how full should those Wells be that are of Gods own digging? and how sweet should those flowers be, that are of Gods own setting? and how ripe should those fruits be that are of Gods own Grafting? O sirs, shall the Eagle flye higher and higher? shall the Sun shine brighter and brighter? and shall the Gyant refreshed with wine, run swifter and swifter? and shall the woman man that is with child, grow fuller and fuller,
and how full should those Wells be that Are of God's own digging? and how sweet should those flowers be, that Are of God's own setting? and how ripe should those fruits be that Are of God's own Grafting? O Sirs, shall the Eagl fly higher and higher? shall the Sun shine Brighter and Brighter? and shall the Giant refreshed with wine, run swifter and swifter? and shall the woman man that is with child, grow fuller and fuller,
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nor to mourn before the Lord with so great a mourning as you, nor to hate all things that are contrary to the nature of God, the being of God, the command of God,
nor to mourn before the Lord with so great a mourning as you, nor to hate all things that Are contrary to the nature of God, the being of God, the command of God,
Well, remember this, viz. 'tis no little sin for any Christian to set down satisfied under a little measure of holiness, considering the many and the great obligations that lies upon him to perfect holiness in the fear of the Lord. But,
Well, Remember this, viz. it's no little since for any Christian to Set down satisfied under a little measure of holiness, considering the many and the great obligations that lies upon him to perfect holiness in the Fear of the Lord. But,
Eleventhly, To provoke you to labor after higher degrees of holiness, consider, that the more holiness any man attains to, the more bold, couragious, resolute, Masculine and Heroick that man will be for God and godliness:
Eleventhly, To provoke you to labour After higher Degrees of holiness, Consider, that the more holiness any man attains to, the more bold, courageous, resolute, Masculine and Heroic that man will be for God and godliness:
men of greatest holiness have been men of greatest boldness, witness Nehemiah, the three children, Daniel, and all the holy Prophets and Apostles; Prov. 28.1. The wicked flee when no man pursueth, but the righteous are as bold as a Lyon;
men of greatest holiness have been men of greatest boldness, witness Nehemiah, the three children, daniel, and all the holy prophets and Apostles; Curae 28.1. The wicked flee when no man pursueth, but the righteous Are as bold as a lion;
And when the same Author and his Associates were threatned with many dangers from opposers on all hands, he lets fall this heroick & magnanimous speech, Come let us sing the six and forty Psalme,
And when the same Author and his Associates were threatened with many dangers from opposers on all hands, he lets fallen this heroic & magnanimous speech, Come let us sing the six and forty Psalm,
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and then let them do their worst Latimer was a man of much holiness (counting the darkness and profaneness of those times wherein he liv'd) and a man of much courage & boldness, witness his presenting to king Henry the eight for a new years gift, a new Testament wrapt up in a Napkin, with this posie or motto about it, Whoremongers and Adulterers God will Judge.
and then let them do their worst Latimer was a man of much holiness (counting the darkness and profaneness of those times wherein he lived) and a man of much courage & boldness, witness his presenting to King Henry the eight for a new Years gift, a new Testament wrapped up in a Napkin, with this posy or motto about it, Whoremongers and Adulterers God will Judge.
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Dr. Taylor the Martyr was a very holy man, and being perswaded by some of his friends not to appeare before Stephen Gardner Bishop of Winchester, but to fly:
Dr. Taylor the Martyr was a very holy man, and being persuaded by Some of his Friends not to appear before Stephen Gardner Bishop of Winchester, but to fly:
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Charles the ninth, king of France, who had a deep hand in that barbarous and bloody Massacre of many thousands of the Saints in France; soone after that horrid tragical and perfidious slaughter was over, he called the Prince of Conde, & proposed to him these three things, Either to go to Mass,
Charles the ninth, King of France, who had a deep hand in that barbarous and bloody Massacre of many thousands of the Saints in France; soon After that horrid tragical and perfidious slaughter was over, he called the Prince of Conde, & proposed to him these three things, Either to go to Mass,
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John Duke of Saxony was eminent in Christianity, and he did heroically assert and maintaine the cause of God, against all opposition in three Imperial Assemblies;
John Duke of Saxony was eminent in Christianity, and he did heroically assert and maintain the cause of God, against all opposition in three Imperial Assemblies;
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And thus you see by all these famous instances, that the more eminent any persons are in holiness, the more bold, resolute, couragious and heroical they will be for God,
And thus you see by all these famous instances, that the more eminent any Persons Are in holiness, the more bold, resolute, courageous and heroical they will be for God,
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Such men who in all Ages have been eminent in holiness, have been like Shammah, one of Davids Worthies, who stood and defended the field, when all the rest fled. But,
Such men who in all Ages have been eminent in holiness, have been like Shammah, one of Davids Worthies, who stood and defended the field, when all the rest fled. But,
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Twelfthly, To provoke you to labour after higher degrees of holiness, Consider, that the more holiness any man attains to, the more serviceable and usefull he will be in his Generation.
Twelfthly, To provoke you to labour After higher Degrees of holiness, Consider, that the more holiness any man attains to, the more serviceable and useful he will be in his Generation.
What a world of good sometimes do's one Rich man doe in a Towne, a City, a Countrey? So one Saint that is rich in grace and holiness, O what a world of good do's he do to all that are round about him!
What a world of good sometime do's one Rich man do in a Town, a city, a Country? So one Saint that is rich in grace and holiness, Oh what a world of good do's he do to all that Are round about him!
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ah how often did he turne away the fierce anger and indignation of God from sinful Israel? and O the famous deliverances and glorious salvations that God brought about by his hand.
ah how often did he turn away the fierce anger and Indignation of God from sinful Israel? and O the famous Deliverances and glorious salvations that God brought about by his hand.
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For Mordecai the Jew was next unto king Ahasuerus, and great among the Jews, & accepted of the multitude of his brethren, seeking the wealth of his people,
For Mordecai the Jew was next unto King Ahasuerus, and great among the jews, & accepted of the multitude of his brothers, seeking the wealth of his people,
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Thirteenthly, To provoke you to labor after higher degrees of holiness, consider, that the greatest degrees of holiness are usually attended wirh the highest degrees of honor.
Thirteenthly, To provoke you to labour After higher Degrees of holiness, Consider, that the greatest Degrees of holiness Are usually attended with the highest Degrees of honour.
Abraham was a man eminent in Grace and holiness, and he was highly in honor among the people, Gen. 23.6. Hear us, my Lord, thou art a mighty Prince amongst us;
Abraham was a man eminent in Grace and holiness, and he was highly in honour among the people, Gen. 23.6. Hear us, my Lord, thou art a mighty Prince among us;
Job was a man that had attained to a very high degree of holiness, and he was highly honored among the people, Job 29.25. I chose out their way, and sat chief, and dwelt as a king in the Army:
Job was a man that had attained to a very high degree of holiness, and he was highly honoured among the people, Job 29.25. I chosen out their Way, and sat chief, and dwelled as a King in the Army:
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in all weighty matters Job was the onely man, he was chosen by all, and advanced by all above all in all Assemblies and places of Judicature, &c. whoever was of the Committee, yet Job was still Chair-man;
in all weighty matters Job was the only man, he was chosen by all, and advanced by all above all in all Assemblies and places of Judicature, etc. whoever was of the Committee, yet Job was still Chairman;
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and yet O what an honorable mention doth Paul make of the Romans faith, in that Rom. 1.8. First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all, that your faith is spoken of throughout the world.
and yet Oh what an honourable mention does Paul make of the Romans faith, in that Rom. 1.8. First, I thank my God through jesus christ for you all, that your faith is spoken of throughout the world.
thou art very good and honest, but a Lutheran. Among the very Heathens, those were most highly honored, that were most excellent and eminent in moral vertues.
thou art very good and honest, but a Lutheran. Among the very heathens, those were most highly honoured, that were most excellent and eminent in moral Virtues.
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Aristides was so famous among the Athenians for his Justice, that he was called Aristides the Just, &c. O Christians, 'tis your highest honor and glory in this world, to be so eminent and famous for holiness, that men may point at you,
Aristides was so famous among the Athenians for his justice, that he was called Aristides the Just, etc. Oh Christians, it's your highest honour and glory in this world, to be so eminent and famous for holiness, that men may point At you,
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and there goes such a one the sincere, and there goes such a one the faithful, &c. well for a close, remember this, that though great places, great offices, great revenues,
and there Goes such a one the sincere, and there Goes such a one the faithful, etc. well for a close, Remember this, that though great places, great Offices, great revenues,
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O the newfound oaths, the hellish blasphemies, the horrid filthinesses, and the abominable debaucheries that are committed daily in the face of the Sun!
O the newfound Oaths, the hellish Blasphemies, the horrid filthinesses, and the abominable debaucheries that Are committed daily in the face of the Sun!
ah how do's all iniquity abound, and how bold and resolute are multitudes now in dishonoring of God, in profaning his Sabbaths, in poluting his ordinances, in destroying their own souls,
ah how do's all iniquity abound, and how bold and resolute Are Multitudes now in Dishonoring of God, in profaning his Sabbaths, in poluting his ordinances, in destroying their own Souls,
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O Sirs, how else will you recompence the great God (if I may so speak) for all the dishonors that are cast upon him by the matchless loosness and wickedness of the present times? how else will you shine as lights in the midst of a crooked and perverse Nation? how else will you convince the consciences, and stop (or button up) the mouths of wicked and unreasonable men? how else will you be the Lords witnesses against this sinful and adulterous Generation? how else will you manifest your great love to Christ,
Oh Sirs, how Else will you recompense the great God (if I may so speak) for all the dishonours that Are cast upon him by the matchless looseness and wickedness of the present times? how Else will you shine as lights in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation? how Else will you convince the Consciences, and stop (or button up) the mouths of wicked and unreasonable men? how Else will you be the lords Witnesses against this sinful and adulterous Generation? how Else will you manifest your great love to christ,
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and your exceeding tenderness of the honor and glory of Christ? how else will you give an undeniable testimony of the glorious operations of the Spirit in you? how else will you satisfie your own consciences, that your hearts are upright with God? and how else will you with Noah condemne a wicked world? well Christians, remember this, 'tis more then time for you to perfect holiness in the feare of the Lord,
and your exceeding tenderness of the honour and glory of christ? how Else will you give an undeniable testimony of the glorious operations of the Spirit in you? how Else will you satisfy your own Consciences, that your hearts Are upright with God? and how Else will you with Noah condemn a wicked world? well Christians, Remember this, it's more then time for you to perfect holiness in the Fear of the Lord,
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Fifteenthly, To provoke you to l•bour after higher degrees of holiness, consider, how the men of the world do study and strive to abound and encrease in worldly blessings.
Fifteenthly, To provoke you to l•bour After higher Degrees of holiness, Consider, how the men of the world do study and strive to abound and increase in worldly blessings.
And how many rich fools be there amongst us, who instead of minding their souls, and providing for eternity, mind nothing, nor talke of nothing, but pullin• down their Barns, & building of greater.
And how many rich Fools be there among us, who instead of minding their Souls, and providing for eternity, mind nothing, nor talk of nothing, but pullin• down their Barns, & building of greater.
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What strugling is there for places of honour? what desperate ventures for rich commodities? and what high attempts are there for large possessions? O the time, the strength, the spirits, that many spend in an eager pursuit after earthly things!
What struggling is there for places of honour? what desperate ventures for rich commodities? and what high attempts Are there for large possessions? O the time, the strength, the spirits, that many spend in an eager pursuit After earthly things!
though the world in all its bravey, is no better then the Cities which Solomon gave to Hiram, which he called Cabul, that is, displeasing or dirty; yet O how mad are men upon it? though all the great, the gay,
though the world in all its bravey, is no better then the Cities which Solomon gave to Hiram, which he called Cabul, that is, displeasing or dirty; yet Oh how mad Are men upon it? though all the great, the gay,
and the glorious things of the world, may fitly be resembled to the fruit that undid us all, which was faire to the sight, smooth in handling, sweet in tast, but deadly in operation;
and the glorious things of the world, may fitly be resembled to the fruit that undid us all, which was fair to the sighed, smooth in handling, sweet in taste, but deadly in operation;
though a touch, a tast, may exclude them out of Paradise for ever? O Sirs, what fools in Folio are they, who dare hazard the loss of a Paradise for a wilderness, of a crowne for a crum, of a kingdome for a Cottage, and of Pearls for trifles;
though a touch, a taste, may exclude them out of Paradise for ever? O Sirs, what Fools in Folio Are they, who Dare hazard the loss of a Paradise for a Wilderness, of a crown for a crumb, of a Kingdom for a Cottage, and of Pearls for trifles;
but according to the Hebrew NONLATINALPHABET it runs thus, Abraham was very heavie in Cattel, in silver and in gold, to shew that riches, that gold and silver (which is the great god of the world) are but heavie burdens,
but according to the Hebrew it runs thus, Abraham was very heavy in Cattle, in silver and in gold, to show that riches, that gold and silver (which is the great god of the world) Are but heavy burdens,
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Gold and silver which are but the white and yellow guts and garbage of the earth, is fitly called by the Prophet, thick clay, which will sooner break a mans back, then satisfie his heart;
Gold and silver which Are but the white and yellow guts and garbage of the earth, is fitly called by the Prophet, thick clay, which will sooner break a men back, then satisfy his heart;
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though the Sumpter horse be loaden with rich treasure all the day long, yet when night comes he is turn'd into the dark stinking Stable, with an empty belly,
though the Sumpter horse be loaded with rich treasure all the day long, yet when night comes he is turned into the dark stinking Stable, with an empty belly,
and with souls full of sores and bruises, and then what good will all their treasures do them? Though the rich man in the Gospel lived like a Gentleman, a Gallant,
and with Souls full of sores and bruises, and then what good will all their treasures do them? Though the rich man in the Gospel lived like a Gentleman, a Gallant,
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Though Mammon as Aretius and many others observe, is a Syriack word, and signifies wealth, riches; yet Irenaeus derives Mammon of Mum, that signifies a spot, and Hon that signifies riches, to shew that riches have their spots;
Though Mammon as Aretius and many Others observe, is a Syriac word, and signifies wealth, riches; yet Irnaeus derives Mammon of Mum, that signifies a spot, and Hon that signifies riches, to show that riches have their spots;
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and yet O how unwearied are men in their adding of spots to spots? men in their pursuit after the things of this world, seeme to act by an untired power, they are never weary of heaping up bags upon bags,
and yet Oh how unwearied Are men in their adding of spots to spots? men in their pursuit After the things of this world, seem to act by an untired power, they Are never weary of heaping up bags upon bags,
nor of enlarging their Tents, nor of encreasing their revenues, &c. Now O how should this provoke every gracious soul to be adding of grace to grace,
nor of enlarging their Tents, nor of increasing their revenues, etc. Now Oh how should this provoke every gracious soul to be adding of grace to grace,
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& grass grow in your fields, and flowers grow in your gardens, &c. and shall not holiness grow in your hearts? well friends, remember this, 'tis infinitely better to be poore men and rich Christians,
& grass grow in your fields, and flowers grow in your gardens, etc. and shall not holiness grow in your hearts? well Friends, Remember this, it's infinitely better to be poor men and rich Christians,
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Sixteenthly, To provoke you to labour after higher degrees of holiness, consider, that the more holiness you attaine to in this world, the more weighty and heavy, the more bright and glorious will be your faithfull Ministers crowne.
Sixteenthly, To provoke you to labour After higher Degrees of holiness, Consider, that the more holiness you attain to in this world, the more weighty and heavy, the more bright and glorious will be your faithful Ministers crown.
The Thessalonians were rare Christians, they were very eminent & high in holiness, as you may see in that 1 Thes. 1.5, 6, 7, 8. And they were the Apostles joy and crowne of rejoycing,
The Thessalonians were rare Christians, they were very eminent & high in holiness, as you may see in that 1 Thebes 1.5, 6, 7, 8. And they were the Apostles joy and crown of rejoicing,
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in this 12 v. Christ opposeth his vineyard (his Church) to that of Solomons which is mentioned in v. 11. and though doubtless Solomons vineyard was one of the rarest, choicest,
in this 12 v. christ Opposeth his vineyard (his Church) to that of Solomons which is mentioned in v. 11. and though doubtless Solomons vineyard was one of the Rarest, Choicest,
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partly bécause his vineyard serves to more spiritual, high, honorable and noble ends, then ever Solomons did, viz. the glory & exaltation of God, the propagating of truth, the bringing forth of the fruits of the Spirit, viz. love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance, the bringing in of sinners,
partly bécause his vineyard serves to more spiritual, high, honourable and noble ends, then ever Solomons did, viz. the glory & exaltation of God, the propagating of truth, the bringing forth of the fruits of the Spirit, viz. love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, Goodness, faith, meekness, temperance, the bringing in of Sinners,
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and partly because all his treasure is laid up in his vineyard (his Church) his treasures of grace, his treasure of mercy, his treasures of comfort, his treasures of goodness, &c. is all laid up in his Church;
and partly Because all his treasure is laid up in his vineyard (his Church) his treasures of grace, his treasure of mercy, his treasures of Comfort, his treasures of Goodness, etc. is all laid up in his Church;
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Now all those that are painfull and faithfull labourers in Christs vineyard, shall receive a noble a liberall compensation and recompence for their labours;
Now all those that Are painful and faithful labourers in Christ vineyard, shall receive a noble a liberal compensation and recompense for their labours;
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all faithfull Ministers are Fellow-labourers with Christ in the spirituall husbandry, they dig with Christ, & they plant with Christ, and they prune with Christ, and they water with Christ,
all faithful Ministers Are Fellow-labourers with christ in the spiritual Husbandry, they dig with christ, & they plant with christ, and they prune with christ, and they water with christ,
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& the two hundred may note that very great proportion of heavenly glory that all the faithfull labourers in Christs vineyard shall have, who have helpt forward the flourishing estate of that vineyard.
& the two hundred may note that very great proportion of heavenly glory that all the faithful labourers in Christ vineyard shall have, who have helped forward the flourishing estate of that vineyard.
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so the increase of holiness, the thriving, the fruitfulness of souls in holiness, adds to the credit and comfort, to the pleasure and delight, to the joy and reward of faithful painful Ministers, who are Nurses, Husbandmen,
so the increase of holiness, the thriving, the fruitfulness of Souls in holiness, adds to the credit and Comfort, to the pleasure and delight, to the joy and reward of faithful painful Ministers, who Are Nurse's, Husbandmen,
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O Sirs, did you but see your faithfull Ministers tears, did you but heare their heavy sighs and groanes, were you but acquainted with their fervent and frequent prayers on your behalfes, did you but believe how they beare their brains,
O Sirs, did you but see your faithful Ministers tears, did you but hear their heavy sighs and groans, were you but acquainted with their fervent and frequent Prayers on your behalfs, did you but believe how they bear their brains,
Well friends, as ever you would adde to your faithfull Ministers comfort here, and to their joy and crowne at the coming of our Lord, labour after higher degrees of holiness. But,
Well Friends, as ever you would add to your faithful Ministers Comfort Here, and to their joy and crown At the coming of our Lord, labour After higher Degrees of holiness. But,
Lastly, To provoke you to labour after higher degrees of holiness, consider, that the more holiness you have here, the more happiness you shall have hereafter;
Lastly, To provoke you to labour After higher Degrees of holiness, Consider, that the more holiness you have Here, the more happiness you shall have hereafter;
Now before I come to make good this Argument, viz. that some Saints shall partake of more glory in heaven then others shall, give me leave to promise these few things to prevent mistakes.
Now before I come to make good this Argument, viz. that Some Saints shall partake of more glory in heaven then Others shall, give me leave to promise these few things to prevent mistakes.
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First, That the object of their happiness, which is God blessed for ever, will be one and the same to all Saints, all glorified Saints shall have but one God among them all;
First, That the Object of their happiness, which is God blessed for ever, will be one and the same to all Saints, all glorified Saints shall have but one God among them all;
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Secondly, That the beatifical vision shall be seen by all the Saints, and communicated to all the Saints, they shall all have a happy and blessed fruition and possession of God;
Secondly, That the beatifical vision shall be seen by all the Saints, and communicated to all the Saints, they shall all have a happy and blessed fruition and possession of God;
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though all shall be filled with those everlasting springs of pleasure and delight that be at Gods right hand, yet some shall be able to take in more of those pleasures of Paradise then others shall.
though all shall be filled with those everlasting springs of pleasure and delight that be At God's right hand, yet Some shall be able to take in more of those pleasures of Paradise then Others shall.
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Though all the widows vessels were filled to the brim with oyle, yet, doubtless, some being greater and larger then others, they accordingly contained more oyle then others;
Though all the Widows vessels were filled to the brim with oil, yet, doubtless, Some being greater and larger then Others, they accordingly contained more oil then Others;
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or the dignity of their persons, or the worthiness of their works, but upon the account of Gods meere mercy and grace, who in the day of retribution will delight to crowne his own gifts (not our merits) and where he shall finde the greatest measures of grace & holiness, there he will of his own free mercy bestow the greatest measure of glory.
or the dignity of their Persons, or the worthiness of their works, but upon the account of God's mere mercy and grace, who in the day of retribution will delight to crown his own Gifts (not our merits) and where he shall find the greatest measures of grace & holiness, there he will of his own free mercy bestow the greatest measure of glory.
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and in their perfect conformity to God, and in their universal subjection to God, and in their everlasting fruition of God) be common to all the Saints,
and in their perfect conformity to God, and in their universal subjection to God, and in their everlasting fruition of God) be Common to all the Saints,
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Now that there shall be different degrees of glory in heaven, answerable to the different degrees of grace and holiness that the Saints reach to here on earth,
Now that there shall be different Degrees of glory in heaven, answerable to the different Degrees of grace and holiness that the Saints reach to Here on earth,
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Now there are severall Scriptures that speaks out this truth: take these for a taste. First, that 1 Cor. 3.8. Now he that planteth, and he that watereth are one, and every man shall receive his own reward, according to his own labour.
Now there Are several Scriptures that speaks out this truth: take these for a taste. First, that 1 Cor. 3.8. Now he that plants, and he that Waters Are one, and every man shall receive his own reward, according to his own labour.
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and laborious in planting or in watering Gods Husbandry, should have the greatest reward. Paul and Apollo shall at last receive their different reward according to their different labour;
and laborious in planting or in watering God's Husbandry, should have the greatest reward. Paul and Apollo shall At last receive their different reward according to their different labour;
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Mark here is the full stop, and these words are not to be referr'd to those following words, viz. That the body is sown in corruption, and riseth againe in incorruption.
Mark Here is the full stop, and these words Are not to be referred to those following words, viz. That the body is sown in corruption, and Riseth again in incorruption.
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so in the morning of the resurrection some Saints shall be more glorious then others, &c. A third Scripture is that 2 Cor. 9.6. But this I say, He which soweth sparingly, shall reap sparingly:
so in the morning of the resurrection Some Saints shall be more glorious then Others, etc. A third Scripture is that 2 Cor. 9.6. But this I say, He which Soweth sparingly, shall reap sparingly:
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he shall have the most plentifull crop in heaven, who has sow'd most seed here on earth, &c. They shall have interest upon interest in heaven, who sow much on this side heaven.
he shall have the most plentiful crop in heaven, who has sowed most seed Here on earth, etc. They shall have Interest upon Interest in heaven, who sow much on this side heaven.
Now upon his returne, he that had increased his pound to ten pounds, was made ruler over ten Cities, v. 17. And he that made five of one, was made ruler over five Cities, v. 19. Here he that gained most received the greatest reward.
Now upon his return, he that had increased his pound to ten pounds, was made ruler over ten Cities, v. 17. And he that made five of one, was made ruler over five Cities, v. 19. Here he that gained most received the greatest reward.
The Nobleman in this Parable is our Lord Jesus Christ, who is truly and highly noble, he being coeternall and coequall with his Father in respect of his Deity;
The Nobleman in this Parable is our Lord jesus christ, who is truly and highly noble, he being coeternal and coequal with his Father in respect of his Deity;
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now when he shall returne from heaven to judge the quick & the dead, he will then bring men to an account, to a reckoning about their improvement of all the gifts and graces that he has intrusted them with,
now when he shall return from heaven to judge the quick & the dead, he will then bring men to an account, to a reckoning about their improvement of all the Gifts and graces that he has Entrusted them with,
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he that makes the greatest improvement of his pound, he shall have the greatest reward, he shall be Ruler over ten Cities, that is, he shall be very highly honored and exalted,
he that makes the greatest improvement of his pound, he shall have the greatest reward, he shall be Ruler over ten Cities, that is, he shall be very highly honoured and exalted,
and yet this doth not infer merit of works, but a gracious disposition in God to encourage his servants in a way of well-doing, &c. The fift Scripture, is that, Dan. 12.3.
and yet this does not infer merit of works, but a gracious disposition in God to encourage his Servants in a Way of welldoing, etc. The fift Scripture, is that, Dan. 12.3.
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Tis very observable, that as the Apostles were very eminent in this work, so Christ has given it under his own hand, that they shall sit upon twelve Thrones,
This very observable, that as the Apostles were very eminent in this work, so christ has given it under his own hand, that they shall fit upon twelve Thrones,
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and cheif Counsellors, and Presidents have the highest and chiefest seats in the Kingly Assembly; so the Apostles shall have the highest, and the chiefest seats in the general Assembly,
and chief Counsellors, and Presidents have the highest and chiefest seats in the Kingly Assembly; so the Apostles shall have the highest, and the chiefest seats in the general Assembly,
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If wee cannot hit upon the meanings of the Reward here promised, yet wee may safely and easily gather from the description of it, that there shall bee different degrees of glory, in Christs Kingdome of glory.
If we cannot hit upon the meanings of the Reward Here promised, yet we may safely and Easily gather from the description of it, that there shall be different Degrees of glory, in Christ Kingdom of glory.
The Apostles followed Christ through great tribulations and afflictions, and they continued with him in all his temptations, they forsook all to waite on him,
The Apostles followed christ through great tribulations and afflictions, and they continued with him in all his temptations, they forsook all to wait on him,
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and after they had faithfully, laboriously, successfully, and very eminently served him, they made themselves an offering for him (as I have formerly shewed you) and therefore Christ will at last in a more eminent way exalt them,
and After they had faithfully, laboriously, successfully, and very eminently served him, they made themselves an offering for him (as I have formerly showed you) and Therefore christ will At last in a more eminent Way exalt them,
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nor done that for Christ, nor suffer'd that for Christ as they have done ▪ degrees of glory shall at last bee proportion'd out answerable to those degrees of service, which in this life men have been drawn out to.
nor done that for christ, nor suffered that for christ as they have done ▪ Degrees of glory shall At last be proportioned out answerable to those Degrees of service, which in this life men have been drawn out to.
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the crown that Paul speaks of here, is not that common crown of righteousness, nor that common crown of life and immortality, nor that common crown of glory, that all the Saints shall bee crown'd with at last;
the crown that Paul speaks of Here, is not that Common crown of righteousness, nor that Common crown of life and immortality, nor that Common crown of glory, that all the Saints shall be crowned with At last;
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but hee speaks here of an Apostolical crown, of a special, peculiar crown, that should accrue to him upon the account of his serviceableness to their Souls,
but he speaks Here of an Apostolical crown, of a special, peculiar crown, that should accrue to him upon the account of his serviceableness to their Souls,
and of this crown hee speaks again in that, Phil. 4.1. Therefore, my brethren, my dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord my dearly beloved:
and of this crown he speaks again in that, Philip 4.1. Therefore, my brothers, my dearly Beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord my dearly Beloved:
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hee calls the Philipians, his crown, and that partly because their spiritual growth, constancy, and perseverance, was now his glory among other Churches,
he calls the Philippians, his crown, and that partly Because their spiritual growth, constancy, and perseverance, was now his glory among other Churches,
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The Apostle alludes here to the custome of the Romans, who as they had their common crown• of Bayes, Ivie, and Lawrell &c. (and these were such, that their horses which won the race were often crown'd with, which occasioned Theocritus to say, see what poor things the world glories in;
The Apostle alludes Here to the custom of the Roman, who as they had their Common crown• of Baize, Ivy, and Laurel etc. (and these were such, that their Horses which wone the raze were often crowned with, which occasioned Theocritus to say, see what poor things the world Glories in;
for as their Conquerours are crown'd, so are their Horses) so they had their peculiar, their special crowns that were the rewards of their Conquerors, that had done special service for their country.
for as their Conquerors Are crowned, so Are their Horses) so they had their peculiar, their special crowns that were the rewards of their Conquerors, that had done special service for their country.
and as there are these common crowns, so there are special and peculiar crowns, that they shall bee crown'd with, that are exercised in more high and excellent services,
and as there Are these Common crowns, so there Are special and peculiar crowns, that they shall be crowned with, that Are exercised in more high and excellent services,
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nor never will reward men for their works (as if they were, the meritorious cause of the reward) yet hee will for degrees, reward them according to their works, there are peculiar crowns, special crowns,
nor never will reward men for their works (as if they were, the meritorious cause of the reward) yet he will for Degrees, reward them according to their works, there Are peculiar crowns, special crowns,
and courage under their sufferings, but the more their sufferings, revilings, and persecutions are multiplyed in this world, the more shall their recompence and reward, bee multiplied in another world.
and courage under their sufferings, but the more their sufferings, revilings, and persecutions Are multiplied in this world, the more shall their recompense and reward, be multiplied in Another world.
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but few care to suffer for him, but yet 'tis as true on the one hand viz. that they who bear most of his Cross, shall bee greatest sharers in his Crown;
but few care to suffer for him, but yet it's as true on the one hand viz. that they who bear most of his Cross, shall be greatest sharers in his Crown;
and the more ample shall bee his glory saith Austin: As Christ hath many crowns upon his head, sutable to the multitude of his sufferings and victories,
and the more ample shall be his glory Says Austin: As christ hath many crowns upon his head, suitable to the multitude of his sufferings and victories,
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so Christians at last shall have crowns sutable to the multitude of their sufferings, and sutable to those famous victories they have gained over a tempting Devil, and a persecuting world;
so Christians At last shall have crowns suitable to the multitude of their sufferings, and suitable to those famous victories they have gained over a tempting devil, and a persecuting world;
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The seventh and last Scripture that I shall produce, is that, Matth. 10.41. Hee that receiveth a Prophet, in the name of a Prophet, shall receive a Prophets reward;
The seventh and last Scripture that I shall produce, is that, Matthew 10.41. He that receives a Prophet, in the name of a Prophet, shall receive a prophets reward;
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Secondly, that he that shall entertain a Prophet, and perform any offices of love and favour to him, under that name and notion, hee shall bee partaker of that reward;
Secondly, that he that shall entertain a Prophet, and perform any Offices of love and favour to him, under that name and notion, he shall be partaker of that reward;
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and sent about his arrant, and not upon any carnal or worldly respects, hee shall receive a Prophets reward, that is, hee shall receive either such a reward as the Prophet himself shall receive at last,
and sent about his arrant, and not upon any carnal or worldly respects, he shall receive a prophets reward, that is, he shall receive either such a reward as the Prophet himself shall receive At last,
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Look as suc• who give an honourable reception, to the Ambassadours of Kings, or Princes, do highly raise themselves in the favour and esteem, of those Kings or Princes, that had sent them;
Look as suc• who give an honourable reception, to the ambassadors of Kings, or Princes, do highly raise themselves in the favour and esteem, of those Kings or Princes, that had sent them;
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I shall therefore in the Second place come to the Reasons that may further evidence and confirm this great truth, viz. That there shall bee different degrees of glory in Heaven;
I shall Therefore in the Second place come to the Reasons that may further evidence and confirm this great truth, viz. That there shall be different Degrees of glory in Heaven;
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And the Apostle speaks clearly of several ranks and orders of invisible creatures, in that Col. 1.16. here you have an enumeration of, Thrones, Dominions, Principalities, and Powers, and so in that Eph. 1.21. Far above all Principalities, and Powers, and Might, and Dominion.
And the Apostle speaks clearly of several ranks and order of invisible creatures, in that Col. 1.16. Here you have an enumeration of, Thrones, Dominions, Principalities, and Powers, and so in that Ephesians 1.21. far above all Principalities, and Powers, and Might, and Dominion.
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and though the Papists, and several School-men are so bold as to define their particular offices and orders, yet I dare not be wise above what is written;
and though the Papists, and several Schoolmen Are so bold as to define their particular Offices and order, yet I Dare not be wise above what is written;
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and so much also that expression imports, that you have in that Mat. 25.41. The Devil and his Angels, which intimates a Prince among those unclean and damned spirits.
and so much also that expression imports, that you have in that Mathew 25.41. The devil and his Angels, which intimates a Prince among those unclean and damned spirits.
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and that hath made all things in order, and that to this day keeps all things in order here below, will never suffer the least disorder and confusion, to be among those Princes of glory, that stand continually before him.
and that hath made all things in order, and that to this day keeps all things in order Here below, will never suffer the least disorder and confusion, to be among those Princes of glory, that stand continually before him.
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an accidental glory, an over-plus of glory, that shall be conferred upon the Angels, answerable to the several and various services that they have managed and ingaged in.
an accidental glory, an overplus of glory, that shall be conferred upon the Angels, answerable to the several and various services that they have managed and engaged in.
and therefore if there be degrees of Angels, and if the Angels in Heaven shall have a different glory and reward, according to the work in which they have been employed,
and Therefore if there be Degrees of Angels, and if the Angels in Heaven shall have a different glory and reward, according to the work in which they have been employed,
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Sodom and Gomorrah shall have an easier and cooler Hell, than such Cities shall have, that have contemned the tenders of Grace, and the offers of Mercy.
Sodom and Gomorrah shall have an Easier and cooler Hell, than such Cities shall have, that have contemned the tenders of Grace, and the offers of Mercy.
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but God hath for above this sixteen hundred years, been a raining Hell out of Heaven upon the Jews; hee hath for a long time vext them with all manner of adversity,
but God hath for above this sixteen hundred Years, been a raining Hell out of Heaven upon the jews; he hath for a long time vexed them with all manner of adversity,
and scratches on the hand, to those dreadful and amazing judgements, that God in the great day of account, will inflict upon all Christs refusers, and Gospel-despisers.
and Scratches on the hand, to those dreadful and amazing Judgments, that God in the great day of account, will inflict upon all Christ refusers, and Gospel-despisers.
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The more mercy hath been upon the bare knee intreating sinners to repent; the more earnest the Lord Jesus hath been in wooing sinners to beleeve on him,
The more mercy hath been upon the bore knee entreating Sinners to Repent; the more earnest the Lord jesus hath been in wooing Sinners to believe on him,
and with the more dreadful vengeance, shall such be plunged into the lowest Hell. And so in that, Mat. 23.14. Woe unto you Scribes, Pharisees, and Hypocrites, for yee devour Widdows houses, and for a pretence make long prayer;
and with the more dreadful vengeance, shall such be plunged into the lowest Hell. And so in that, Mathew 23.14. Woe unto you Scribes, Pharisees, and Hypocrites, for ye devour Widows houses, and for a pretence make long prayer;
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take a remarkable instance in the most refined and civil Heathens (who are presumed to have most light and knowledge) who were given up to the most beastly errours about the nature of God,
take a remarkable instance in the most refined and civil heathens (who Are presumed to have most Light and knowledge) who were given up to the most beastly errors about the nature of God,
as the Romans and Grecians, who worshipped Feavers, and humane passions, yea every paltry thing, &c. whereas the Scythians, and more barbarous Nations worshipped the Sun,
as the Romans and Greeks, who worshipped Fevers, and humane passion, yea every paltry thing, etc. whereas the Scythians, and more barbarous nations worshipped the Sun,
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Now if there be degrees of torments in Hell (which I suppose the Scriptures but now cited doth undeniably prove) then doubtless there will be degrees of glory in Heaven.
Now if there be Degrees of torments in Hell (which I suppose the Scriptures but now cited does undeniably prove) then doubtless there will be Degrees of glory in Heaven.
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but they are different and unequally in all his children (in respect of measures and degrees) and therefore God will set different Crowns of glory upon the heads of his children at last. But
but they Are different and unequally in all his children (in respect of measures and Degrees) and Therefore God will Set different Crowns of glory upon the Heads of his children At last. But
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the more any man in holiness resembles God on Ear•h, the greater and the larger Portion of glory, that man shall have when hee comes to Heaven. But, Fiftly, and lastly;
the more any man in holiness resembles God on Ear•h, the greater and the larger Portion of glory, that man shall have when he comes to Heaven. But, Fifty, and lastly;
nor their rewards to their services, nor crown the highest improvements of grace with the highest degrees of glory, is to render useless, many glorious exhortations, that are scattered up and down in the Scripture;
nor their rewards to their services, nor crown the highest improvements of grace with the highest Degrees of glory, is to render useless, many glorious exhortations, that Are scattered up and down in the Scripture;
and alwaies abounding in the work of the Lord or no, for if wee are, wee shall never advance our reward in Heaven, wee shall never add Pearls to our glorious Crown, wee shall never add one mite to our happiness and blessedness:
and always abounding in the work of the Lord or no, for if we Are, we shall never advance our reward in Heaven, we shall never add Pearls to our glorious Crown, we shall never add one mite to our happiness and blessedness:
And so the denyal of degrees of glory in Heaven, will take off also the edge of all those other exhortations of perfecting holiness, of sowing liberally, of growing in grace, of bringing forth much fruit,
And so the denial of Degrees of glory in Heaven, will take off also the edge of all those other exhortations of perfecting holiness, of sowing liberally, of growing in grace, of bringing forth much fruit,
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and to abound in all the fruits of righteousness and holiness, when none of all this will turn to a mans advantage in another world? If hee that sows little, shall have as great a Harvest,
and to abound in all the fruits of righteousness and holiness, when none of all this will turn to a men advantage in Another world? If he that Sovus little, shall have as great a Harvest,
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and that God will proportion mens reward to their work, and that he will measure out happiness and blessedness to them at last, according to the different measures of grace bestowed upon his people,
and that God will proportion men's reward to their work, and that he will measure out happiness and blessedness to them At last, according to the different measures of grace bestowed upon his people,
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and according to the work, service, and faithfulness of his people, in this world. This truth I say held forth in its luster and glory, is a marvellous incouragement,
and according to the work, service, and faithfulness of his people, in this world. This truth I say held forth in its luster and glory, is a marvellous encouragement,
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First, That all Saints shall bee equal sharers, in the substantial, and essential glory of Heaven, &c. but of this I have spoken before: and therefore,
First, That all Saints shall be equal sharers, in the substantial, and essential glory of Heaven, etc. but of this I have spoken before: and Therefore,
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Secondly, Though a Father buyes a rich inheritance for all his Children, yet this laies no necessity nor obligation at all upon him, to alot to every one of his Children an equal portion? so though our Lord Jesus Christ, hath by his blood purchased a rich inheritance for his Children,
Secondly, Though a Father buys a rich inheritance for all his Children, yet this lays no necessity nor obligation At all upon him, to allot to every one of his Children an equal portion? so though our Lord jesus christ, hath by his blood purchased a rich inheritance for his Children,
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that everlasting happiness and blessedness, that eternal glory and felicity should bee measured out to the Saints, according to their different measures of grace,
that everlasting happiness and blessedness, that Eternal glory and felicity should be measured out to the Saints, according to their different measures of grace,
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the Papists are most sadly out, for they are so blinde and bold as to affirm that the more grace any man hath, the more glory hee merits by his grace, these men make degrees of grace and not the blood of Jesus Christ, to be the meritorious cause of degrees of glory,
the Papists Are most sadly out, for they Are so blind and bold as to affirm that the more grace any man hath, the more glory he merits by his grace, these men make Degrees of grace and not the blood of jesus christ, to be the meritorious cause of Degrees of glory,
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certainly this is the beleevers glory, and his crown of rejoycing that all recompences and rewards shall flow in upon him, not upon the account of his merits,
Certainly this is the believers glory, and his crown of rejoicing that all recompenses and rewards shall flow in upon him, not upon the account of his merits,
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now in this Parable there is mention made of a Husband-man that call'd several labourers into his vineyard, at several hours in the day, some hee call'd at the first hour,
now in this Parable there is mention made of a Husbandman that called several labourers into his vineyard, At several hours in the day, Some he called At the First hour,
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now when they came all to receive their wages, the story tells us that hee gave every man a penny, hee gave every man an equal reward, they that laboured from the first hour,
now when they Come all to receive their wages, the story tells us that he gave every man a penny, he gave every man an equal reward, they that laboured from the First hour,
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and they that laboured from the third hour, and they that laboured from the sixth hour of the day, had no greater a recompence than hee that came in at the eleventh hour,
and they that laboured from the third hour, and they that laboured from the sixth hour of the day, had no greater a recompense than he that Come in At the eleventh hour,
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and so had labour'd but one hour in the vineyard, and bore but little, if any, of the heat of the day, from whence the Objectors conclude that there are no degrees of glory in Heaven;
and so had laboured but one hour in the vineyard, and boar but little, if any, of the heat of the day, from whence the Objectors conclude that there Are no Degrees of glory in Heaven;
nor to the reward, nor to the glory that shall bee confer'd upon the Elect, and this I shall clearly and fully prove, by these four following Arguments.
nor to the reward, nor to the glory that shall be conferred upon the Elect, and this I shall clearly and Fully prove, by these four following Arguments.
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First, This illative particle, for, in vers. 1. sheweth that this Parable is inserted to expound the former conclusion, viz. that the first shall bee last,
First, This illative particle, for, in vers. 1. shows that this Parable is inserted to expound the former conclusion, viz. that the First shall be last,
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and the last shall bee first, and therefore the end of the Parable is concluded, with the repetition of the same sentence, vers. 16. the last shall bee first, and the first shall be last.
and the last shall be First, and Therefore the end of the Parable is concluded, with the repetition of the same sentence, vers. 16. the last shall be First, and the First shall be last.
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Christ by this Parable would teach his hearers, that there is no reason under Heaven why they which are first called in respect of time should boast or triumph over others,
christ by this Parable would teach his hearers, that there is no reason under Heaven why they which Are First called in respect of time should boast or triumph over Others,
The scope of Christ in this Parable is not to set forth the equality of celestial glory, 'tis not to prove that the happiness and blessedness of the Saints shall be equal in Heaven,
The scope of christ in this Parable is not to Set forth the equality of celestial glory, it's not to prove that the happiness and blessedness of the Saints shall be equal in Heaven,
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First, By those who were called in the morning, and sent into the Vineyard, wee are to understand those who in their childhood are called and converted, they are such who begin to seek the Lord,
First, By those who were called in the morning, and sent into the Vineyard, we Are to understand those who in their childhood Are called and converted, they Are such who begin to seek the Lord,
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And fifthly, By those who were called at the eleventh hour, wee are to understand those who are converted and turned to the Lord in their decrepit old age,
And fifthly, By those who were called At the eleventh hour, we Are to understand those who Are converted and turned to the Lord in their decrepit old age,
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Now the Vineyard being the Church, all that this parable proveth is no more but this, that whether men are cal'd into the Vineyard of the Church either sooner or later;
Now the Vineyard being the Church, all that this parable Proves is not more but this, that whither men Are called into the Vineyard of the Church either sooner or later;
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Yet this shall neither greaten nor lessen their reward, for if they are called at the first hour, their recompence shall bee never the greater upon that account,
Yet this shall neither greaten nor lessen their reward, for if they Are called At the First hour, their recompense shall be never the greater upon that account,
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they grumbled and grunted, and they grunted and grumbled, and pray tell mee what should such Swine as murmurers are do grunting and grumb•ing in Heaven? doubtless the Crown of Glory is too bright, too noble, too glorious,
they grumbled and grunted, and they grunted and grumbled, and pray tell me what should such Swine as murmurers Are doe grunting and grumb•ing in Heaven? doubtless the Crown of Glory is too bright, too noble, too glorious,
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Now should wee by the Penny understand a glorified estate and condition, then this would unavoidably follow, that many shall be brought to a state of glory, which are not elected,
Now should we by the Penny understand a glorified estate and condition, then this would avoidable follow, that many shall be brought to a state of glory, which Are not elected,
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and therefore without all peradventure this Parable doth no way hold out that state of glory and felicity which all the called and chosen of God, shall have at Christs coming to judge the quick and the dead. But
and Therefore without all Peradventure this Parable does not Way hold out that state of glory and felicity which all the called and chosen of God, shall have At Christ coming to judge the quick and the dead. But
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Now to interpret the Penny in the Parable, so as to make it signifie an equality of glory and happiness among the Saints in Heaven, is to set this Scripture at variance,
Now to interpret the Penny in the Parable, so as to make it signify an equality of glory and happiness among the Saints in Heaven, is to Set this Scripture At variance,
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Secondly, Another Rule that is to be observed in the interpreting of Scripture, is this, wee must alwaies interpret those Scrptures that are more dark and mysterious by those Scriptures that are more plain and clear,
Secondly, another Rule that is to be observed in the interpreting of Scripture, is this, we must always interpret those Scriptures that Are more dark and mysterious by those Scriptures that Are more plain and clear,
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and not interpret those Scriptures that are plain and clear, by those that are dark and mysterious, for this were to darken counsel by words without knowledge.
and not interpret those Scriptures that Are plain and clear, by those that Are dark and mysterious, for this were to darken counsel by words without knowledge.
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for they must then interpret all those clear and plain Scriptures that I have brought to prove degrees of glory in Heaven by this dark and mysterious Parable,
for they must then interpret all those clear and plain Scriptures that I have brought to prove Degrees of glory in Heaven by this dark and mysterious Parable,
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hee that is very exact and curious to view and observe every particular circumstance about Parables, may easily draw blood instead of milk out of the breasts of Parables.
he that is very exact and curious to view and observe every particular circumstance about Parables, may Easily draw blood instead of milk out of the breasts of Parables.
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Now though the out-side, the history of a Parable be like the Golden Pot, yet the inside, the mystery of a Parable, is like the Manna that was hid therein,
Now though the outside, the history of a Parable be like the Golden Pot, yet the inside, the mystery of a Parable, is like the Manna that was hid therein,
Look, as 'tis their wisdome, who deal in curious rich stuffs that are wrought on both sides, to cast a special eye upon the flowers that are on the inside of those stuffs:
Look, as it's their Wisdom, who deal in curious rich stuffs that Are wrought on both sides, to cast a special eye upon the flowers that Are on the inside of those stuffs:
but to reprove the Jews, who being called into the Lords Vineyard betimes in the morning, repined and murmured that the Gentiles, who were called in at the latter end of the day, who were called in some thousand years after them, that they should through the riches of grace have an equal share with them in the reward;
but to reprove the jews, who being called into the lords Vineyard betimes in the morning, repined and murmured that the Gentiles, who were called in At the latter end of the day, who were called in Some thousand Years After them, that they should through the riches of grace have an equal share with them in the reward;
By the Penny some pious Interpreters do understand some competent gift or other (whatever it were) which might be well managed and improved to advantage.
By the Penny Some pious Interpreters do understand Some competent gift or other (whatever it were) which might be well managed and improved to advantage.
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his gifts, his gain, his yearnings that is called in at the eleventh hour of the day, is many times equal to his that was called in at the first hour of the day.
his Gifts, his gain, his yearnings that is called in At the eleventh hour of the day, is many times equal to his that was called in At the First hour of the day.
Yea I have formerly proved, that sometimes many that are called later than others, do yet in gifts and grace excel those that were called long before them.
Yea I have formerly proved, that sometime many that Are called later than Others, do yet in Gifts and grace excel those that were called long before them.
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Now these Objections being answered, that Truth stands firm, like Mount Zion, viz. That the more holiness you have here, the more happiness you shall have hereafter;
Now these Objections being answered, that Truth Stands firm, like Mount Zion, viz. That the more holiness you have Here, the more happiness you shall have hereafter;
hee that hath most holiness, yet wants much more than what hee hath attained to, witness the prevalency of his corruptions, witness his easie falling before temptation, witness his aptness to faint in the day of affliction, witness his staggering in the day of opposition, witness his shifts in the day of persecution,
he that hath most holiness, yet Wants much more than what he hath attained to, witness the prevalency of his corruptions, witness his easy falling before temptation, witness his aptness to faint in the day of affliction, witness his staggering in the day of opposition, witness his shifts in the day of persecution,
The Hebrew word NONLATINALPHABET that is here used for thinking, signifies to think on a mans waies accurately, advisedly, seriously, studiously, curiously;
The Hebrew word that is Here used for thinking, signifies to think on a men ways accurately, advisedly, seriously, studiously, curiously;
and finding too many of them to be short of the rule, yea, to bee against the rule, hee turns his feet to Gods testimonies, having found out his errors, upon a diligent search, a strict scrutiny, he turns over a new leaf,
and finding too many of them to be short of the Rule, yea, to be against the Rule, he turns his feet to God's testimonies, having found out his errors, upon a diligent search, a strict scrutiny, he turns over a new leaf,
hee that is more affected with that holiness hee hath, than hee is afflicted about those great measures of holiness that hee needs, will never bee but a Puny, a Dwarf in holiness;
he that is more affected with that holiness he hath, than he is afflicted about those great measures of holiness that he needs, will never be but a Puny, a Dwarf in holiness;
Secondly, If ever you would perfect holiness, if ever you would attain to higher degrees of holiness, then set the Lord alwaies before your eyes, set your selves alwaies as in his presence:
Secondly, If ever you would perfect holiness, if ever you would attain to higher Degrees of holiness, then Set the Lord always before your eyes, Set your selves always as in his presence:
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I have equally set the Lord before mee, that is, the force of the original word, that is, I have set the Lord before mee, at one time as well as another, without any irregular affections,
I have equally Set the Lord before me, that is, the force of the original word, that is, I have Set the Lord before me, At one time as well as Another, without any irregular affections,
or passions, &c. in every place, in every condition, in every company, in every imployment, and in every enjoyment, I have set the Lord equally before mee;
or passion, etc. in every place, in every condition, in every company, in every employment, and in every enjoyment, I have Set the Lord equally before me;
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and this raised him, and this will raise any Christian by degrees, to a very great height of holiness; Psa 119.168. I have kept thy precepts, and thy testimonies:
and this raised him, and this will raise any Christian by Degrees, to a very great height of holiness; Psa 119.168. I have kept thy Precepts, and thy testimonies:
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so carefully, so sincerely, so diligently, so studiously, and so exactly? why the reason you have in the latter part of the verse, for all my waies are before thee. O Sirs!
so carefully, so sincerely, so diligently, so studiously, and so exactly? why the reason you have in the latter part of the verse, for all my ways Are before thee. Oh Sirs!
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and pray most exactly, and walk most exactly, when they set themselves most as in the presence of the great God, who is all sight, who is Totus oculus, all eye. Ah friends!
and pray most exactly, and walk most exactly, when they Set themselves most as in the presence of the great God, who is all sighed, who is Totus oculus, all eye. Ah Friends!
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as ever you would bee high in holiness, possess your hearts with a serious apprehension of Gods presence, set your selves dayly as in his sight, as under his eye;
as ever you would be high in holiness, possess your hearts with a serious apprehension of God's presence, Set your selves daily as in his sighed, as under his eye;
and deceive the world, like that counterfeit Alexander in Josephus his story, yet hee shall never be able to baffle or deceive the eye of Gods omnisciency;
and deceive the world, like that counterfeit Alexander in Josephus his story, yet he shall never be able to baffle or deceive the eye of God's omnisciency;
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Some there be that spend their time and their strength in studying and preaching of dry and sapless controversies, which are so far from bettering of mens hearts,
some there be that spend their time and their strength in studying and preaching of dry and sapless controversies, which Are so Far from bettering of men's hearts,
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resigne and give up your selves to his Ministry who makes it his great business and work, to preach holiness, to promote holiness, to countenance holiness, to encourage holiness, to exalt holiness,
resign and give up your selves to his Ministry who makes it his great business and work, to preach holiness, to promote holiness, to countenance holiness, to encourage holiness, to exalt holiness,
than his predecessors did by force; therefore from these turn aside. Some there be that cry up the commandements of men above the Commandements of God,
than his predecessors did by force; Therefore from these turn aside. some there be that cry up the Commandments of men above the commandments of God,
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and that set up the ordinances of men, above the Ordinances of God, and that prefer humane institutions before divine institutions; from these turn aside.
and that Set up the ordinances of men, above the Ordinances of God, and that prefer humane institutions before divine institutions; from these turn aside.
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and before a Judgement-seat, they will wish that they had imitated, and not envied. These labour to darken and obscure others, that their own Sun may shine the brighter;
and before a Judgement-seat, they will wish that they had imitated, and not envied. These labour to darken and Obscure Others, that their own Sun may shine the Brighter;
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and weight, and in these they will be very nice and curious, and yet readily pass over the great and the weighty things both of the Law and of the Gospel;
and weight, and in these they will be very Nicaenae and curious, and yet readily pass over the great and the weighty things both of the Law and of the Gospel;
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they will compass Sea and Land to make men one with themselves, and yet think all that time and pains lost, that is spent in indeavouring to make men one with Christ;
they will compass Sea and Land to make men one with themselves, and yet think all that time and pains lost, that is spent in endeavouring to make men one with christ;
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And give up your selves to their labours, who make it the top of their glory to preach holiness, to advance holiness, to magnifie holiness, and to practise holiness;
And give up your selves to their labours, who make it the top of their glory to preach holiness, to advance holiness, to magnify holiness, and to practise holiness;
The Disciples by discoursing with Christ had a holy flame raised up in them, Luk. 24.32. And they said one to another, did not our hearts burn within us, while hee talked with us by the way, and opened to us the Scriptures? And when Paul met Silas and Timotheus, hee burned in spirit;
The Disciples by discoursing with christ had a holy flame raised up in them, Luk. 24.32. And they said one to Another, did not our hearts burn within us, while he talked with us by the Way, and opened to us the Scriptures? And when Paul met Silas and Timothy, he burned in Spirit;
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The prayers, the conferences, the counsels, and all the carriages of a man eminent in holiness, will mightily help on the work of holiness in their hearts, where the streams of holiness runs but low.
The Prayers, the conferences, the Counsels, and all the carriages of a man eminent in holiness, will mightily help on the work of holiness in their hearts, where the streams of holiness runs but low.
and your chiefest companions, who do most excel in grace and holiness; their tongues, their lips, their lives, will still be a droping divine marrow and farness,
and your chiefest Sodales, who do most excel in grace and holiness; their tongues, their lips, their lives, will still be a drooping divine marrow and farness,
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That musical Instrument alwaies makes the sweetest melody, that is most frequently used, and so doth that Christian that is most frequent in the exercise of grace and holiness.
That musical Instrument always makes the Sweetest melody, that is most frequently used, and so does that Christian that is most frequent in the exercise of grace and holiness.
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Wee get nothing by dead and useless habits, talents hid in a Napkin, gather rust, and the noblest faculties are imbased, when not improved in exercise;
we get nothing by dead and useless habits, Talents hid in a Napkin, gather rust, and the Noblest faculties Are embased, when not improved in exercise;
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and therefore the Apostle exhorts Timothy to stir up the gift of God that was in him, in that 2 Tim. 1.6. The words are an allusion to the fire in the Temple, which was alwaies to be kept burning, Paul would have Timothy to be alwaies a blowing his spark into a flame.
and Therefore the Apostle exhorts Timothy to stir up the gift of God that was in him, in that 2 Tim. 1.6. The words Are an allusion to the fire in the Temple, which was always to be kept burning, Paul would have Timothy to be always a blowing his spark into a flame.
The habits of grace and holiness are like dull coal-fires, which if they are not now and then blown and stirred up, will certainly dye and go out. O Sirs!
The habits of grace and holiness Are like dull coal-fires, which if they Are not now and then blown and stirred up, will Certainly die and go out. Oh Sirs!
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so tis with the habits of grace and holiness in the Saints, if they are not brought forth into exercise, into action, 'tis all one as if they had no such habits at all;
so this with the habits of grace and holiness in the Saints, if they Are not brought forth into exercise, into actium, it's all one as if they had no such habits At all;
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Christ takes a great deal of pleasure to hear and to see his people pour out their souls before him in a corner; Cant. 2.14. O my Dove! that art in the clefts of the rock, in the secret places of the staires, let mee see thy countenance, let mee hear thy voyce;
christ Takes a great deal of pleasure to hear and to see his people pour out their Souls before him in a corner; Cant 2.14. Oh my Dove! that art in the clefts of the rock, in the secret places of the stairs, let me see thy countenance, let me hear thy voice;
for the Increase and Augmentation of Holiness, the tender dew, that falls in the silent night, will abundantly more cause sweet herbs to flourish and grow,
for the Increase and Augmentation of Holiness, the tender due, that falls in the silent night, will abundantly more cause sweet herbs to flourish and grow,
knowest thou not (saith hee) that thy husband Christ is bashfull, and will not bee familiar in company, retire thy self therefore by meditation into thy closet,
Knowest thou not (Says he) that thy husband christ is bashful, and will not be familiar in company, retire thy self Therefore by meditation into thy closet,
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When had Peter that glorious vision, and manifestation of grace but whe• hee was alone and on the house top a praying? And when was that soul ravishing, that soul cheering, and that Soul strengthening message dispatcht by the Angel to Daniel, viz. that hee was greatly beloved of God,
When had Peter that glorious vision, and manifestation of grace but whe• he was alone and on the house top a praying? And when was that soul ravishing, that soul cheering, and that Soul strengthening message dispatched by the Angel to daniel, viz. that he was greatly Beloved of God,
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but when hee was alone a praying? and doubtless many thousand Saints have had their hearts melted, their corruptions weakned, their fears scattered, their doubts resolved, their holiness raised,
but when he was alone a praying? and doubtless many thousand Saints have had their hearts melted, their corruptions weakened, their fears scattered, their doubts resolved, their holiness raised,
look as many men in this famous City, by driving a secret trade, a private trade, gain very great estates, beyond what many do, who drive more publick trades;
look as many men in this famous city, by driving a secret trade, a private trade, gain very great estates, beyond what many do, who drive more public trades;
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so many Christians that drive a secret trade, a private trade with God in their closets, they grow abundantly more rich in grace, in holiness, in communion with God,
so many Christians that drive a secret trade, a private trade with God in their closets, they grow abundantly more rich in grace, in holiness, in communion with God,
as ever you would bee eminent and excellent in holiness, keep up your private trade with God, maintain your closet communion with the holy one of Israel. But,
as ever you would be eminent and excellent in holiness, keep up your private trade with God, maintain your closet communion with the holy one of Israel. But,
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Seventhly, If ever you would attain to higher degrees of holiness, then fall with all your might upon subduing and crucifying your most raging corruptions, and your most darling-lusts; O do not defer!
Seventhly, If ever you would attain to higher Degrees of holiness, then fallen with all your might upon subduing and crucifying your most raging corruptions, and your most darling-lusts; Oh do not defer!
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but when your darling, sin is dethroned and slain by the power and the sword of the Spirit, grace and holiness will quickly grow stronger and stronger, and rise higher and higher.
but when your darling, since is dethroned and slave by the power and the sword of the Spirit, grace and holiness will quickly grow Stronger and Stronger, and rise higher and higher.
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and with all their might, upon grubbing up by the roots the strongest Trees, and the sturdiest Oaks, knowing that when these are grubbed up, weaker trees will easily fall? So,
and with all their might, upon grubbing up by the roots the Strongest Trees, and the sturdiest Oaks, knowing that when these Are grubbed up, Weaker trees will Easily fallen? So,
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when a General in an Army is cut off, the common souldiers are quickly routed; down but with your darling-sins, and then the conquest of other sins will be easie.
when a General in an Army is Cut off, the Common Soldiers Are quickly routed; down but with your darling-sins, and then the conquest of other Sins will be easy.
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and spirits, and strength, in such a person, hee will throw up all, and nothing will stay with him to do him good, till his poison be cast up, and cast out.
and spirits, and strength, in such a person, he will throw up all, and nothing will stay with him to do him good, till his poison be cast up, and cast out.
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and fall on with the greatest courage upon your bosome-sins, and never cease till in the strength of Christ you have got a compleat victory and conquest over them.
and fallen on with the greatest courage upon your bosom sins, and never cease till in the strength of christ you have god a complete victory and conquest over them.
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as ever you would be cleansed from your darling-sins, which do so exceedingly hinder the increase of holiness, be often in looking upon a crucified Christ,
as ever you would be cleansed from your darling-sins, which do so exceedingly hinder the increase of holiness, be often in looking upon a Crucified christ,
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and a bridle in his lips, hee enquired of one about him, what hee thought the reason might be why God so favoured the Jews; to which hee replied, That there was one Abraham their Father, that was willing to sacrifice his beloved Son to death at the command of God,
and a bridle in his lips, he inquired of one about him, what he Thought the reason might be why God so favoured the jews; to which he replied, That there was one Abraham their Father, that was willing to sacrifice his Beloved Son to death At the command of God,
and therefore never leave looking up to a crucified Christ, till vertue flow from him to the crucifying of those special sins that do most obstruct and hinder the growth and increase of holiness. But
and Therefore never leave looking up to a Crucified christ, till virtue flow from him to the crucifying of those special Sins that do most obstruct and hinder the growth and increase of holiness. But
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Secondly, As God is essentially holy, so God is unmixedly holy, the Holiness of God is a pure Holiness, 'tis an unmixed Holiness, 1 Joh. 1.5. God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.
Secondly, As God is essentially holy, so God is unmixedly holy, the Holiness of God is a pure Holiness, it's an unmixed Holiness, 1 John 1.5. God is Light, and in him is no darkness At all.
and such a light is the holy one of Israel. 'Tis very observable, the Apostle to illustrate the perfect purity and sanctity of God, adds a Negative to his Affirmative;
and such a Light is the holy one of Israel. It's very observable, the Apostle to illustrate the perfect purity and sanctity of God, adds a Negative to his Affirmative;
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hee is a God of Truth, and without iniquity, just and right is hee. As Moses spake in that Deut. 32.4. God is a pure, a most pure Act, without the least potentiality, defectability, or mutability;
he is a God of Truth, and without iniquity, just and right is he. As Moses spoke in that Deuteronomy 32.4. God is a pure, a most pure Act, without the least potentiality, defectability, or mutability;
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but now all the holinesse that is in the best and choicest Saints in the world, is but a dreggy holinesse, a mixt holinesse, a weak and imperfect holinesse;
but now all the holiness that is in the best and Choicest Saints in the world, is but a dreggy holiness, a mixed holiness, a weak and imperfect holiness;
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'tis true, the Gods of the Heathen were such as had been impure, beastly, filthy men, and therefore several writers have taken a great deal of pains to convince Heathens of their impiety and folly, in worshipping such for gods upon whom they fastened many horrid, ridiculous, lascivious,
it's true, the God's of the Heathen were such as had been impure, beastly, filthy men, and Therefore several writers have taken a great deal of pains to convince heathens of their impiety and folly, in worshipping such for God's upon whom they fastened many horrid, ridiculous, lascivious,
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tis most certain, that the true God, that Hee that is the high and the holy one cannot bee charged with any iniquity, no nor with the least shew or shadow of vanity.
this most certain, that the true God, that He that is the high and the holy one cannot be charged with any iniquity, no nor with the least show or shadow of vanity.
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Fourthly, As God is universally holy, so God is eminently holy, hee is transcendently holy, hee is superlatively holy, and therefore hee is said to bee glorious in holiness, there is no fathoming, there is no measuring, there is no comprehending, there is no searching, of that infinite Sea of holiness, that is in God;
Fourthly, As God is universally holy, so God is eminently holy, he is transcendently holy, he is superlatively holy, and Therefore he is said to be glorious in holiness, there is no fathoming, there is no measuring, there is no comprehending, there is no searching, of that infinite Sea of holiness, that is in God;
and raise the dead, and make a world, and tell the stars of heaven, and empty the sea with a Cockle-shell, as you shall bee able, either to conceive or express, that transcendent holiness that is in God.
and raise the dead, and make a world, and tell the Stars of heaven, and empty the sea with a Cockleshell, as you shall be able, either to conceive or express, that transcendent holiness that is in God.
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and all to shew that hee is most excellent and transcendent in holiness, and the Seraphims which stood before the Throne, cryed out three times a row, Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord of hosts, to shew that God is most eminently, and superlatively holy;
and all to show that he is most excellent and transcendent in holiness, and the Seraphims which stood before the Throne, cried out three times a row, Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord of hosts, to show that God is most eminently, and superlatively holy;
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nor lessened, nor augmented, if men should blaspheme, or reproach the Lord, hee would bee never the worse, he would be never the lesse holier then hee is;
nor lessened, nor augmented, if men should Blaspheme, or reproach the Lord, he would be never the Worse, he would be never the less Holier then he is;
Hee is exalted above all blessing and praise? All the Angels in Heaven, and all the men on earth, cannot add one Ray, one Beam of glory to the essence of God, to the holiness of God;
He is exalted above all blessing and praise? All the Angels in Heaven, and all the men on earth, cannot add one Ray, one Beam of glory to the essence of God, to the holiness of God;
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Look as the great men of the World are wont to swear upon their honour (when they would give us the greatest assurance of what they will do) because such Oath;
Look as the great men of the World Are wont to swear upon their honour (when they would give us the greatest assurance of what they will do) Because such Oath;
mans highest purity, is but impurity, when 'tis compared to the purity of God, yea, the very holinesse of Angels, compared with the holinesse of God, is chargeable with folly; Job. 4.18.
men highest purity, is but impurity, when it's compared to the purity of God, yea, the very holiness of Angels, compared with the holiness of God, is chargeable with folly; Job. 4.18.
but that fulnesse of holinesse that is in God, is the fulnesse of redundancy. But, Fifthly, As God is infinitely holy, transcendently holy, superlatively holy;
but that fullness of holiness that is in God, is the fullness of redundancy. But, Fifthly, As God is infinitely holy, transcendently holy, superlatively holy;
or that is this day in the world, all the seeds of holiness, and all the roots of holiness that are to be found in Angels or men, are of the Lords sowing and planting.
or that is this day in the world, all the seeds of holiness, and all the roots of holiness that Are to be found in Angels or men, Are of the lords sowing and planting.
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And 'tis the first cause that giveth unto all causes their proper operations, Isa. 44.6. I am the first, and I am the last, and besides mee there is no God.
And it's the First cause that gives unto all Causes their proper operations, Isaiah 44.6. I am the First, and I am the last, and beside me there is no God.
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God never had a cause of his Being, as all other creatures have; He is a glorious being, a holy being, without all causes, either efficient, or formal, or material, or final;
God never had a cause of his Being, as all other creatures have; He is a glorious being, a holy being, without all Causes, either efficient, or formal, or material, or final;
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and the glory of his goodnesse, that his goodnesse is an independent goodnesse; so 'tis the glory of his holinesse, that his holinesse is an independent holinesse.
and the glory of his Goodness, that his Goodness is an independent Goodness; so it's the glory of his holiness, that his holiness is an independent holiness.
so all that holinesse that Angels and men have, depends upon the holinesse of God, &c. Philo could say, that God is such a fountain, that hee breaks forth with the streams of his goodnesse upon all things,
so all that holiness that Angels and men have, depends upon the holiness of God, etc. Philo could say, that God is such a fountain, that he breaks forth with the streams of his Goodness upon all things,
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Though the Saints cannot fall from that seed of holinesse that is sown in their hearts, yet they may fall from some degrees of holinesse, that they have formerly attained to, they that have been old men in holinesse, may fall from being old men, to be but young men in holinesse,
Though the Saints cannot fallen from that seed of holiness that is sown in their hearts, yet they may fallen from Some Degrees of holiness, that they have formerly attained to, they that have been old men in holiness, may fallen from being old men, to be but young men in holiness,
Eighthly and lastly, As God is continually holy, so God is exemplarily holy. Hee is the Rule, Pattern, and Example of holiness, 1 Pet. 1.15. Bee yee holy, as I am holy.
Eighthly and lastly, As God is continually holy, so God is exemplarily holy. He is the Rule, Pattern, and Exampl of holiness, 1 Pet. 1.15. be ye holy, as I am holy.
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Carnal friends, and this blinde world, and Antichrist, and such as love to Lord it over the conscience, will be still a presenting to you other examples and patterns,
Carnal Friends, and this blind world, and Antichrist, and such as love to Lord it over the conscience, will be still a presenting to you other Examples and patterns,
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And so I come to the third thing proposed, and that was, to lay down some signs or evidences whereby persons may know whether they have attained to any high pitch,
And so I come to the third thing proposed, and that was, to lay down Some Signs or evidences whereby Persons may know whither they have attained to any high pitch,
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The greater measure of holiness that man hath attained to, where there are but little measures of holiness, there every seeming contrariety to the Promise troubles a man,
The greater measure of holiness that man hath attained to, where there Are but little measures of holiness, there every seeming contrariety to the Promise Troubles a man,
and every little cloud that hangs over the Promise, will mightily perplex a man, &c. But where holiness is raised to any considerable height, there that man will suck hony out of the flint, hee will suck sweetness out of the Promise,
and every little cloud that hangs over the Promise, will mightily perplex a man, etc. But where holiness is raised to any considerable height, there that man will suck honey out of the flint, he will suck sweetness out of the Promise,
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Now here you see holy Jacob in the midst of all his fears, and frights, in the midst of all his perils and dangers, in the midst of all his damps and dreads,
Now Here you see holy Jacob in the midst of all his fears, and frights, in the midst of all his perils and dangers, in the midst of all his damps and dreads,
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And so did Moses, in that Numb. 10.29. And Moses said unto Hobab, the Son of Raguel, the Medianite, Moses Father-in law, wee are journying unto the place of which the Lord said, I will give it you:
And so did Moses, in that Numb. 10.29. And Moses said unto Hobab, the Son of Raguel, the Medianite, Moses Father-in law, we Are journeying unto the place of which the Lord said, I will give it you:
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And so did Jehosaphat, in that 2 Chron. 20. When the children of Ammon, and Moab, and Mount Seir came against him to battel, v. 1.10. hee turns himself to the Promise, v. 7, 8, 9. and gathers life and spirit from thence.
And so did Jehoshaphat, in that 2 Chronicles 20. When the children of Ammon, and Moab, and Mount Seir Come against him to battle, v. 1.10. he turns himself to the Promise, v. 7, 8, 9. and gathers life and Spirit from thence.
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and yet in the face of them all, holy David sucks strong consolation out of the breasts of the Promise, vers. 6. God hath spoken in h•s holiness, I will rejoyce:
and yet in the face of them all, holy David sucks strong consolation out of the breasts of the Promise, vers. 6. God hath spoken in h•s holiness, I will rejoice:
God hath promised in his Holiness, that David should bee King over all Israel, and therefore notwithstanding all strange providences, David triumphs in the Promise,
God hath promised in his Holiness, that David should be King over all Israel, and Therefore notwithstanding all strange providences, David Triumphos in the Promise,
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and his Faith and Holiness being high, hee draws sweetness and satisfaction from thence. Notwithstanding present providences, the n•ke• Promise was a well of Life and Salvation to him. O Sirs!
and his Faith and Holiness being high, he draws sweetness and satisfaction from thence. Notwithstanding present providences, the n•ke• Promise was a well of Life and Salvation to him. Oh Sirs!
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I have read of an Emperour that put on a new-suit every day; O Sirs! when the great God shall every day apparel himself in strange changeable Providences.
I have read of an Emperor that put on a new-suit every day; Oh Sirs! when the great God shall every day apparel himself in strange changeable Providences.
and to pray for them that persecute us, and that despitefully use us, according to Christs express command, in that Matth. 5.44. are things exceeding contrary to nature, and exceedingly above nature;
and to pray for them that persecute us, and that despitefully use us, according to Christ express command, in that Matthew 5.44. Are things exceeding contrary to nature, and exceedingly above nature;
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the power of grace and holiness appears in nothing more than in bringing the heart to a sweet and ready subjection to such commands as are most cross ▪ and contrary to flesh and blood.
the power of grace and holiness appears in nothing more than in bringing the heart to a sweet and ready subjection to such commands as Are most cross ▪ and contrary to Flesh and blood.
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To return good for evil, and kindnesses for injuries, to behave our selves courteously, humbly, meekly, tenderly and sweetly towards those who behave themselves discourteously, proudly, passionately, harshly and sowrely towards us, argues a very great degree of holiness.
To return good for evil, and Kindnesses for injuries, to behave our selves courteously, humbly, meekly, tenderly and sweetly towards those who behave themselves discourteously, proudly, passionately, harshly and sourly towards us, argues a very great degree of holiness.
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David was a man eminent in holiness, and hee was good at this good work, as you may see in that 2 Sam. 1.24. Yee Daughters of Israel, weep over Saul, who clothed you in Scarlet, with other delights, who put on Ornaments of Gold upon your Apparel.
David was a man eminent in holiness, and he was good At this good work, as you may see in that 2 Sam. 1.24. Ye Daughters of Israel, weep over Saul, who clothed you in Scarlet, with other delights, who put on Ornament of Gold upon your Apparel.
nor hee doth not provoke, or stir up the Daughters of Israel to rejoyce in the death and destruction of such a Tyrant, that had hunted him up and down as a Patridge,
nor he does not provoke, or stir up the Daughters of Israel to rejoice in the death and destruction of such a Tyrant, that had hunted him up and down as a Patridge,
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And Stephen was a man full of the Holy Ghost, and hee was good at praying for them that made a prey of him, Act. 7. ult. And Paul was a man of the same mind & mettle,
And Stephen was a man full of the Holy Ghost, and he was good At praying for them that made a prey of him, Act. 7. ult. And Paul was a man of the same mind & mettle,
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And Eusebius affirms that when Paul was 〈 ◊ 〉 •eaded, under Dioclesian the Emperour, hee prayed both for Jews and Gentiles, for the Multitude assembled,
And Eusebius affirms that when Paul was 〈 ◊ 〉 •eaded, under Diocletian the Emperor, he prayed both for jews and Gentiles, for the Multitude assembled,
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Said Mr. Sanders the Martyr to the Bishop of Winchester, thus you see that the more eminent any persons are in holinesse, the more they overcome evil with good, the more good they will do them that do evil to them;
Said Mr. Sanders the Martyr to the Bishop of Winchester, thus you see that the more eminent any Persons Are in holiness, the more they overcome evil with good, the more good they will do them that do evil to them;
Julius Caesar, and Augustus Caesar (in whose time Christ was born) and Titus vespasian, Camillus, Darius, Licurgus, Plato, Pericles, and Herod that is mentioned in Act. 12.23.
Julius Caesar, and Augustus Caesar (in whose time christ was born) and Titus vespasian, Camillus, Darius, Licurgus, Plato, Pericles, and Herod that is mentioned in Act. 12.23.
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well Christians the more you can overcome evil with good, the more certainly your hearts are filled with good, that mans heart is full of the fruits of righteousnesse and holiness, that upon divine considerations is accusto••d, not to bee overcome of evil,
well Christians the more you can overcome evil with good, the more Certainly your hearts Are filled with good, that men heart is full of the fruits of righteousness and holiness, that upon divine considerations is accusto••d, not to be overcome of evil,
if when you come off from the mount of duties, there remains some rayes, and shinings of God upon you, 'tis an argument that the waters of Sanctity are risen to a considerable heighth in your Souls.
if when you come off from the mount of duties, there remains Some rays, and shinings of God upon you, it's an argument that the waters of Sanctity Are risen to a considerable height in your Souls.
But now when a man in the main, when a man in his course is the same out of duties, out of ordinances, that hee is in duties, in ordinances, 'tis a very great,
But now when a man in the main, when a man in his course is the same out of duties, out of ordinances, that he is in duties, in ordinances, it's a very great,
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oh but divinely to joy and rejoyce under afflictions, under tribulations, argues a very great height of holiness Rom. 5.3 4. And not only so, but wee glory in tribulations also, knowing that tribulation worketh patience:
o but divinely to joy and rejoice under afflictions, under tribulations, argues a very great height of holiness Rom. 5.3 4. And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also, knowing that tribulation works patience:
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yea, to glory in them as an Old Souldier glories in all those marks and scars of honour that hee hath met with, in the service of his King and Country:
yea, to glory in them as an Old Soldier Glories in all those marks and scars of honour that he hath met with, in the service of his King and Country:
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And so in that 2 Cor. 7.4. Great is my boldness of speech towards you, great is my glorying of you, I am filled with comfort, I am exceeding joyful in all our tribulation, or as the Greek runs I do over-abound exceedingly with joy;
And so in that 2 Cor. 7.4. Great is my boldness of speech towards you, great is my glorying of you, I am filled with Comfort, I am exceeding joyful in all our tribulation, or as the Greek runs I do overabound exceedingly with joy;
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I have a superabundance of joy in all our tribulation; and so in chap. 12.9.10. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ might rest upon me:
I have a superabundance of joy in all our tribulation; and so in chap. 12.9.10. Most gladly Therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of christ might rest upon me:
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and therefore hee takes pleasure in all the pressures that were upon him; and so in that Jam. 1.2. My brethren count it all joy, when you fall into divers temptations: that is, into divers afflictions; O Sirs!
and Therefore he Takes pleasure in all the pressures that were upon him; and so in that Jam. 1.2. My brothers count it all joy, when you fallen into diverse temptations: that is, into diverse afflictions; Oh Sirs!
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O! thus to rejoyce and that not only when you fall into some afflictions, but when you fall into divers afflictions, argues a very great measure of holiness; but ah!
OH! thus to rejoice and that not only when you fallen into Some afflictions, but when you fallen into diverse afflictions, argues a very great measure of holiness; but ah!
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viz. Judgement, Mercy and Faith, &c. But now Christians at their first conversion, and whilst they remain weak in grace and holinesse, their obedience is more strait and narrow,
viz. Judgement, Mercy and Faith, etc. But now Christians At their First conversion, and while they remain weak in grace and holiness, their Obedience is more strait and narrow,
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for commonly they spend much, if not most of their time in praying, fasting, hearing, reading, Christian-conference, &c. and neglect a hundred other duties that are incumbent upon them;
for commonly they spend much, if not most of their time in praying, fasting, hearing, reading, Christian-conference, etc. and neglect a hundred other duties that Are incumbent upon them;
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they are very forward and warm in the duties of their general Calling, but very cold and remisse in the duties of their particular Calling, they are very frequent and fervent in some duties,
they Are very forward and warm in the duties of their general Calling, but very cold and remiss in the duties of their particular Calling, they Are very frequent and fervent in Some duties,
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and obscure from the eyes of the world, and the more spiritual victories and conquests a man obtains over them, the greater measure of holiness that person hath certainly attained to.
and Obscure from the eyes of the world, and the more spiritual victories and conquests a man obtains over them, the greater measure of holiness that person hath Certainly attained to.
When the heart rises with all its strength and might against secret Pride, secret Self-love, secret bublings of Lusts, secret Carnal-confidence, secret Murmuring, secret Hypocrisie, secret Envy, secret Self-applause, secret Malice, secret Hatred, secret Snares, secret Temptations, &c. It is an Argument that Holiness is grown up to some considerable height there.
When the heart rises with all its strength and might against secret Pride, secret Self-love, secret bubblings of Lustiest, secret Carnal-confidence, secret Murmuring, secret Hypocrisy, secret Envy, secret Self-applause, secret Malice, secret Hatred, secret Snares, secret Temptations, etc. It is an Argument that Holiness is grown up to Some considerable height there.
A little Grace, a little Holiness, will work a man to conflict with grosse sins, with outward sins, with bodily sins, with such sins that every one may set their eyes on, and lay their hands on;
A little Grace, a little Holiness, will work a man to conflict with gross Sins, with outward Sins, with bodily Sins, with such Sins that every one may Set their eyes on, and lay their hands on;
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yea where there is no Grace, no Holinesse at all, the light of Nature, the common convictions of the Spirit, the Laws of Men, the eyes of Men, the threats of Men, the examples of Men, a smarting Rod,
yea where there is no Grace, no Holiness At all, the Light of Nature, the Common convictions of the Spirit, the Laws of Men, the eyes of Men, the Treats of Men, the Examples of Men, a smarting Rod,
O but when all the strength and might of the soul is ingaged against those very sins that lye not within the sight or reach of the most sharp and piercing men in the world,
Oh but when all the strength and might of the soul is engaged against those very Sins that lie not within the sighed or reach of the most sharp and piercing men in the world,
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And therefore Augustine hit the mark when hee said, that it is a harder thing for a man to fight with his lusts (understand it especially of heart-lusts, of spiritual-wickednesse) than 'tis to fight with the Crosse.
And Therefore Augustine hit the mark when he said, that it is a harder thing for a man to fight with his Lustiest (understand it especially of heart-lusts, of spiritual-wickednesse) than it's to fight with the Cross.
so victory over heart-sins, over-spiritual sins, over those sins that lye most remote from the eyes of others, argues a very great degree of Holinesse;
so victory over Heart sins, over-spiritual Sins, over those Sins that lie most remote from the eyes of Others, argues a very great degree of Holiness;
when hee doth not only fight with heart-sins, but also overcomes heart-sins, when hee doth not only wrestle with heart-sins, but also overthrows heart-sins;
when he does not only fight with Heart sins, but also overcomes Heart sins, when he does not only wrestle with Heart sins, but also overthrows Heart sins;
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And this saying of Ambrose puts mee in minde of a great Roman Captain, who as hee was riding in his triumphant Chariot through Rome, had his eyes never off a Courtizan that walkt along the street, which made one say,
And this saying of Ambrose puts me in mind of a great Roman Captain, who as he was riding in his triumphant Chariot through Room, had his eyes never off a Courtesan that walked along the street, which made one say,
and the more victories and conquests a man makes upon heart sins, upon spiritual-sins, upon secret-sins, the greater measures of holinesse that person hath certainly attained to. But
and the more victories and conquests a man makes upon heart Sins, upon spiritual-sins, upon secret-sins, the greater measures of holiness that person hath Certainly attained to. But
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Seventhly, The more a man is exercised and busied in the most internal and spiritual duties of Religion, the greater measures of holinesse that man hath attained to.
Seventhly, The more a man is exercised and busied in the most internal and spiritual duties of Religion, the greater measures of holiness that man hath attained to.
There are external duties of Religion, as publick Preaching, hearing the Word, reading the Word, fasting, singing of Psalms, Christian conference, Communion of Saints, and receiving the Lords Supper.
There Are external duties of Religion, as public Preaching, hearing the Word, reading the Word, fasting, singing of Psalms, Christian conference, Communion of Saints, and receiving the lords Supper.
Now such Christians as have but small measures of grace and holinesse, and Hypocrites and Formalists that have not the least measure of true grace and holinesse;
Now such Christians as have but small measures of grace and holiness, and Hypocrites and Formalists that have not the least measure of true grace and holiness;
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so there are internal and spiritual duties, as Self-examination, Self-resignation to God, Self-loathing, Self-judging, Divine-meditation, praying in the Spirit, Watchfulnesse over the Heart,
so there Are internal and spiritual duties, as Self-examination, Self-resignation to God, Self-loathing, Self-judging, Divine-meditation, praying in the Spirit, Watchfulness over the Heart,
Now the more any Christian is exercised and imployed, in these internal spiritual and Evangelical duties and services, the greater heights and degrees of holinesse that Christian is grown to, Phil. 3.3.
Now the more any Christian is exercised and employed, in these internal spiritual and Evangelical duties and services, the greater heights and Degrees of holiness that Christian is grown to, Philip 3.3.
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and in worshipping of God in the Spirit, and in rejoycing in the Person of Christ, the Natures of Christ, the Offices of Christ, the Discoveries of Christ, the Communications of Christ, the glorious Operations of Christ, the precious Promises of Christ,
and in worshipping of God in the Spirit, and in rejoicing in the Person of christ, the Nature's of christ, the Offices of christ, the Discoveries of christ, the Communications of christ, the glorious Operations of christ, the precious Promises of christ,
Now to bee much exercised in the most internal, spiritual, and Evangelical duties of Religion, argues a very great height of holinesse. But 8thly. The more spiritual, internal, & intrinsecal Principles, Motives, and Considerations, carries a person on in Religious duties and services, the more holy that person is;
Now to be much exercised in the most internal, spiritual, and Evangelical duties of Religion, argues a very great height of holiness. But 8thly. The more spiritual, internal, & intrinsical Principles, Motives, and Considerations, carries a person on in Religious duties and services, the more holy that person is;
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or from a sense of the choice and precious discoveries of God, or from a sense of the beauty and glory of God, &c. This argues a very great measure of holinesse, that such a person hath attained to;
or from a sense of the choice and precious discoveries of God, or from a sense of the beauty and glory of God, etc. This argues a very great measure of holiness, that such a person hath attained to;
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the divine joggings of Christ, the blessed Love-tokens of Christ, and the holy kisses, and glorious embraces of Christ doth incite and provoke a person to Religious duties;
the divine joggings of christ, the blessed Love-tokens of christ, and the holy Kisses, and glorious embraces of christ does incite and provoke a person to Religious duties;
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but now 'tis an Argument that the streams of holinesse runs but low, when external Motives and Considerations have the greatest hand in carrying a person on in Religious duties.
but now it's an Argument that the streams of holiness runs but low, when external Motives and Considerations have the greatest hand in carrying a person on in Religious duties.
The more bare custome, the eye of the creature, the favour of the creature, the example of the creature, the applause of the creature, the rewards of the creature,
The more bore custom, the eye of the creature, the favour of the creature, the Exampl of the creature, the applause of the creature, the rewards of the creature,
or the keeping up of a mans parts, or the keeping up of a mans name, esteem and repute in the world, doth influence a Christians heart to Religious duties, the lesse holinesse that Christian hath.
or the keeping up of a men parts, or the keeping up of a men name, esteem and repute in the world, does influence a Christians heart to Religious duties, the less holiness that Christian hath.
Did not Sisera do as great things as Gideon? the difference did only lye here, that the great things that Gideon did, hee did from more spiritual Principles,
Did not Sisera do as great things as gideon? the difference did only lie Here, that the great things that gideon did, he did from more spiritual Principles,
And did not Diogenes trample under his feet the great and glorious things of this world as well as Moses? the difference did only lye in this, that Moses trampled under his feet the gay and gallant things of this world, from inward, holy Principles,
And did not Diogenes trample under his feet the great and glorious things of this world as well as Moses? the difference did only lie in this, that Moses trampled under his feet the gay and gallant things of this world, from inward, holy Principles,
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I have read of one Cosmus Medices, a rich Citizen of •lorence, that hee confessed to a neer friend of his, that hee built so many Magnificent Structures,
I have read of one Cosmas Medices, a rich Citizen of •lorence, that he confessed to a near friend of his, that he built so many Magnificent Structures,
And many of the Romans have done very great and glorious things for their Country, but all from natural Principles, and from carnal and external Motives and Considerations;
And many of the Romans have done very great and glorious things for their Country, but all from natural Principles, and from carnal and external Motives and Considerations;
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well the more spiritual and internal, the principles, motives, and considerations are, that carries a Christian on in religious duties, the greater measure of holinesse hath that Christian arrived to. But,
well the more spiritual and internal, the principles, motives, and considerations Are, that carries a Christian on in religious duties, the greater measure of holiness hath that Christian arrived to. But,
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Ninthly, The more solid, precise, exact, and accurate a Christian is in religious duties and services, the greater measure of holinesse that Christian hath attained to,
Ninthly, The more solid, precise, exact, and accurate a Christian is in religious duties and services, the greater measure of holiness that Christian hath attained to,
and the more easily, the more holily, the more freely, & the more spiritually, he performs religious duties, the more he is thriven & grown in holiness.
and the more Easily, the more holily, the more freely, & the more spiritually, he performs religious duties, the more he is thriven & grown in holiness.
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but to a very small degree of sanctity, these may multiply duties upon duties, these may abound in religious performances, these may bee much in adding of service to service;
but to a very small degree of sanctity, these may multiply duties upon duties, these may abound in religious performances, these may be much in adding of service to service;
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but by the seriousnesse, the graciousnesse, the solidnesse, the spiritualnesse, the holinesse, the heavenlinesse, and the accuratenesse of our hearts in duties.
but by the seriousness, the graciousness, the solidness, the spiritualness, the holiness, the heavenliness, and the accurateness of our hearts in duties.
— 6. It argues a very great measure of holinesse, when the soul is habitually carried on in religious duties, with much solidnesse, seriousnesse, spiritualnesse, exactnesse, and accuratenesse. But,
— 6. It argues a very great measure of holiness, when the soul is habitually carried on in religious duties, with much solidness, seriousness, spiritualness, exactness, and accurateness. But,
David was a man of great holinesse, and how studious and industrious hee was to approve his heart to the Lord, you may see in that 139. Psalm. 23, 24. Search mee, O God! and know my heart, try mee and know my thoughts;
David was a man of great holiness, and how studious and Industria he was to approve his heart to the Lord, you may see in that 139. Psalm. 23, 24. Search me, Oh God! and know my heart, try me and know my thoughts;
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but also the soundnesse, the uprightnesse, the plainnesse and the unfeignednesse of Davids heart, in that hee was very willing and ready to submit himself to the search, tryal, examination, and approbation of God.
but also the soundness, the uprightness, the plainness and the unfeignedness of Davids heart, in that he was very willing and ready to submit himself to the search, trial, examination, and approbation of God.
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And so Peter that great Apostle of the Gentiles, makes it his great businesse to approve himself to Christ thrice together, Lord, thou knowest that I love thee, Lord thou knowest that I love thee, Lord thou that knowest all things, thou knowest that I love thee, Christ best knew the reality and sincerity of Peters love,
And so Peter that great Apostle of the Gentiles, makes it his great business to approve himself to christ thrice together, Lord, thou Knowest that I love thee, Lord thou Knowest that I love thee, Lord thou that Knowest all things, thou Knowest that I love thee, christ best knew the reality and sincerity of Peter's love,
And so the Apostle Paul speaking in the Name of his fellow Apostles, saith, wherefore wee labour, that whether present, or absent, wee may bee accepted of him:
And so the Apostle Paul speaking in the Name of his fellow Apostles, Says, Wherefore we labour, that whither present, or absent, we may be accepted of him:
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The Greek word that is here rendred labour, is a very Emphatical word, it signifies to labour and endeavour with all earnestnesse and might, to indeavour with a high and holy ambition, to bee approved of by God,
The Greek word that is Here rendered labour, is a very Emphatical word, it signifies to labour and endeavour with all earnestness and might, to endeavour with a high and holy ambition, to be approved of by God,
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and to bee accepted of God, judgeing it to bee the greatest honour, and the most desireable happinesse in all the world, to bee graciously owned, approved, and accepted of the Lord;
and to be accepted of God, judging it to be the greatest honour, and the most desirable happiness in all the world, to be graciously owned, approved, and accepted of the Lord;
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as ambitious, industrious, and laborious, as Haman was to bee highly accepted with King Ahasuerus, yet he was not more ambitious to bee accepted with the King,
as ambitious, Industria, and laborious, as Haman was to be highly accepted with King Ahasuerus, yet he was not more ambitious to be accepted with the King,
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and that though the world should discountenance you, and friends hate you, and near and dear Relations reject you, that yet you may find blessed acceptance with God;
and that though the world should discountenance you, and Friends hate you, and near and dear Relations reject you, that yet you may find blessed acceptance with God;
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Eleventhly, The more a man lives by the Rule of Expediency, as well as by the Rule of Lawfulnesse, the greater measure of holinesse that person hath attained to.
Eleventhly, The more a man lives by the Rule of Expediency, as well as by the Rule of Lawfulness, the greater measure of holiness that person hath attained to.
That Angelical Apostle Paul had still his eye upon the Law of Expediency, 1 Cor. 6.12. All things are lawful unto mee, but all things are not expedient;
That Angelical Apostle Paul had still his eye upon the Law of Expediency, 1 Cor. 6.12. All things Are lawful unto me, but all things Are not expedient;
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all things are lawful for mee, but I will not bee brought under the power of any. And so ch. 10.23. All things are lawful for mee, but all things are not expedient:
all things Are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any. And so changed. 10.23. All things Are lawful for me, but all things Are not expedient:
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The more unchangeably resolved any person is to eye the Rule of Expediency, and to live by the Rule of Expediency, the greater measure of holinesse that person hath certainly attained to, the streams of holinesse runs low in that Christians heart that hath two eyes to behold the Rule of Lawfulnesse,
The more unchangeably resolved any person is to eye the Rule of Expediency, and to live by the Rule of Expediency, the greater measure of holiness that person hath Certainly attained to, the streams of holiness runs low in that Christians heart that hath two eyes to behold the Rule of Lawfulness,
but never an eye to see the Rule of Expediency, it argues a very great height of holinesse for a man to make as much conscience of living by the Rule of Expediency, as hee doth of living by the Rule of Lawfulnesse.
but never an eye to see the Rule of Expediency, it argues a very great height of holiness for a man to make as much conscience of living by the Rule of Expediency, as he does of living by the Rule of Lawfulness.
For a man to be often a looking over his Natural actions, his Moral actions, and his Religious actions, and to be still a putting this question to himself; O my soul!
For a man to be often a looking over his Natural actions, his Moral actions, and his Religious actions, and to be still a putting this question to himself; Oh my soul!
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as what is lawful? such a frame and temper of spirit speaks out much of Christ and Holinesse within. O the sins! O the sorrows! O the shame! O the reproach! O the troubles! O the travels!
as what is lawful? such a frame and temper of Spirit speaks out much of christ and Holiness within. O the Sins! O the sorrows! O the shame! O the reproach! O the Troubles! O the travels!
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O the trials, &c. that might have been prevented, had the Law, had the Rule of Expediency been more minded and followed by Christians in these daies, & c! But
O the trials, etc. that might have been prevented, had the Law, had the Rule of Expediency been more minded and followed by Christians in these days, & c! But
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Twelfthly and lastly, The more a man can deny himself, when hee hath an opportunity, power and authority to raise himself, to greaten himself, to seek himself,
Twelfthly and lastly, The more a man can deny himself, when he hath an opportunity, power and Authority to raise himself, to greaten himself, to seek himself,
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yet upon no terms would hee defile himself with the Kings meat, or comply with the requests of the Prince of the Eunuchs, it argues a great deal of holiness;
yet upon no terms would he defile himself with the Kings meat, or comply with the requests of the Prince of the Eunuchs, it argues a great deal of holiness;
I have read of Trojane the Emperour, how hee sent Eustochius, one of his chiefest Captains against the Barbarians, who having vanquished them, returned home:
I have read of Trojane the Emperor, how he sent Eustochius, one of his chiefest Captains against the Barbarians, who having vanquished them, returned home:
hee chose rather to suffer the Martyrdome of himself, his wife and children, than with the Emperour to offer sacrifice to Apollo; and so denies himself,
he chosen rather to suffer the Martyrdom of himself, his wife and children, than with the Emperor to offer sacrifice to Apollo; and so Denies himself,
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Ah how many have there been among us of late years, who when they have had no power nor authority in their hands to help themselves, have seemed to be great deniers of themselves;
Ah how many have there been among us of late Years, who when they have had no power nor Authority in their hands to help themselves, have seemed to be great deniers of themselves;
O how have many among them, instead of loving God to the contempt of themselves, loved themselves to the contempt of God? and who instead of debasing themselves that they might exalt God, have debased God, that they might exalt themselves,
O how have many among them, instead of loving God to the contempt of themselves, loved themselves to the contempt of God? and who instead of debasing themselves that they might exalt God, have debased God, that they might exalt themselves,
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and walkt humbly, so long as hee was but a Monk, but when by his seeming sanctity and humility, hee had got to be Abbot, hee grew most intollerable proud,
and walked humbly, so long as he was but a Monk, but when by his seeming sanctity and humility, he had god to be Abbot, he grew most intolerable proud,
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and insolent, &c. and being asked the reason of it, hee confessed that his former lowly looks was but to see if hee could finde the keyes of the Abby;
and insolent, etc. and being asked the reason of it, he confessed that his former lowly looks was but to see if he could find the keys of the Abbatiae;
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And so I come now to the last Use of this Doctrine, and that is for Comfort and Consolation to all those that have this real holiness, without which there is no happiness. O Sirs!
And so I come now to the last Use of this Doctrine, and that is for Comfort and Consolation to all those that have this real holiness, without which there is no happiness. O Sirs!
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It may be thou art a poor creature, that never wast, nor never art like to be elected to any noble or honourable imployments, either in Church or State;
It may be thou art a poor creature, that never waste, nor never art like to be elected to any noble or honourable employments, either in Church or State;
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'tis the counterpane, as it were, of all that gracious love, good will, and eternal favour that God bears unto thee, Ephes. 1.4. Hee hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that wee should be holy.
it's the counterpane, as it were, of all that gracious love, good will, and Eternal favour that God bears unto thee, Ephesians 1.4. He hath chosen us in him before the Foundation of the world, that we should be holy.
So God first chuses poor sinners, and then hee purifies them, and adorns them with the rich and glorious Garments of Grace and Holiness, that so they may be meet and fit to enter into his Royal Presence, 1 Thes. 1.4. Knowing, Brethren, Beloved, your Election of God. Vers. 5. For our Gospel came not unto you in word only;
So God First chooses poor Sinners, and then he Purifies them, and adorns them with the rich and glorious Garments of Grace and Holiness, that so they may be meet and fit to enter into his Royal Presence, 1 Thebes 1.4. Knowing, Brothers, beloved, your Election of God. Vers. 5. For our Gospel Come not unto you in word only;
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A Christian need never put himself to the charge of making a Ladder to climbe up to Heaven, to search the Records of Glory, to see whether his Name is written in the Book of Life, in the Book of Election or no,
A Christian need never put himself to the charge of making a Ladder to climb up to Heaven, to search the Records of Glory, to see whither his Name is written in the Book of Life, in the Book of Election or no,
The Hebrew word Rotseh, that is here rendred pleasure, is from Ratsah, that signifies pleasure, delight, complacency, content, &c. O, God takes singular pleasure, singular delight, singular complacency,
The Hebrew word Rotseh, that is Here rendered pleasure, is from Ratsah, that signifies pleasure, delight, complacency, content, etc. O, God Takes singular pleasure, singular delight, singular complacency,
even so a holy God is wonderfully delighted, pleased, enamoured, and even overjoyed, when such as brought forth nothing but the thorns and briers of wickedness, do now bring forth the pleasant fruits of righteousness and holinesse;
even so a holy God is wonderfully delighted, pleased, enamoured, and even overjoyed, when such as brought forth nothing but the thorns and briers of wickedness, do now bring forth the pleasant fruits of righteousness and holiness;
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God is so infinitely pleased and delighted in these, that hee Records their Names in Heaven, Luke 10.20. Rejoyce not in this, that the spirits are subject unto you, but rather rejoyce because your names are written in Heaven;
God is so infinitely pleased and delighted in these, that he Records their Names in Heaven, Lycia 10.20. Rejoice not in this, that the spirits Are Subject unto you, but rather rejoice Because your names Are written in Heaven;
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I have read of a Senatour, who relating to his Son the great honours that were assign'd to some Souldiers, whose names were written in a certain book, whereupon the Son was very importunate to see that book, his Father shews him the outside,
I have read of a Senator, who relating to his Son the great honours that were assigned to Some Soldiers, whose names were written in a certain book, whereupon the Son was very importunate to see that book, his Father shows him the outside,
The Son studying how hee might get some satisfaction, desired his Father to acquaint him with the merits of those Souldiers, whose names were written in that book, the Father relates to him their noble atchievements,
The Son studying how he might get Some satisfaction, desired his Father to acquaint him with the merits of those Soldiers, whose names were written in that book, the Father relates to him their noble achievements,
many there are which are accounted deep Scholars, great Linguists, profound Philosophers, good Grammarians, excellent Mathematicians, sharp Logitians, cunning Polititians, fine Rhetoritians, sweet Musitians, &c. but the truth is, hee is the best Grammarian, that hath learn't to speak the truth from his heart,
many there Are which Are accounted deep Scholars, great Linguists, profound Philosophers, good Grammarians, excellent Mathematicians, sharp Logicians, cunning Politicians, fine Rhetoricians, sweet Musicians, etc. but the truth is, he is the best Grammarian, that hath learnt to speak the truth from his heart,
and hee is the best Astronomer, that hath his conversation in Heaven, and he is the best Musitian, that hath learn't practically, to sing out the praises of God,
and he is the best Astronomer, that hath his Conversation in Heaven, and he is the best Musician, that hath learnt practically, to sing out the praises of God,
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and Christ to bee the choisest Good, hee can tell you that once hee was so deaf, that though God called very often and very loud upon him, by his word,
and christ to be the Choicest Good, he can tell you that once he was so deaf, that though God called very often and very loud upon him, by his word,
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and by his works, by his rods at home, and by his judgements abroad, and by his spirit and conscience that were still a preaching in his bosome, sometimes Life, sometimes Death, sometimes Heaven,
and by his works, by his rods At home, and by his Judgments abroad, and by his Spirit and conscience that were still a preaching in his bosom, sometime Life, sometime Death, sometime Heaven,
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in that 10. Prov. 20. yea, his tongue is a tree of life, whose leaves are medicinable, in that 12. Prov. 18. Hee can tell you that once hee was so lame, that hee was not able to move one foot Heaven-wards,
in that 10. Curae 20. yea, his tongue is a tree of life, whose leaves Are medicinable, in that 12. Curae 18. He can tell you that once he was so lame, that he was not able to move one foot Heavenwards,
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but now hee is alive, and the life that hee leads in the flesh, is by the faith of the Son of God, that hath loved him and given himself for him. Gal. 2.20. It was by a miracle that the River Jordan was driven back, and tis no less a miracle to see a sinner that was accustomed to do evil, habituated now to do good.
but now he is alive, and the life that he leads in the Flesh, is by the faith of the Son of God, that hath loved him and given himself for him. Gal. 2.20. It was by a miracle that the River Jordan was driven back, and this no less a miracle to see a sinner that was accustomed to do evil, habituated now to do good.
Now how can God but take infinite delight and pleasure in his holy ones, considering the many miracles, that hee hath wrought both in them, and for them?
Now how can God but take infinite delight and pleasure in his holy ones, considering the many Miracles, that he hath wrought both in them, and for them?
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and the voluptuous man in his pleasures, and the malicious man in his revenge, and the envious man in the harms that befalls others, and the drunkard in his cups,
and the voluptuous man in his pleasures, and the malicious man in his revenge, and the envious man in the harms that befalls Others, and the drunkard in his cups,
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Abraham did not take more pleasure in his Isaac, nor Jacob did not take more delight in his Joseph, nor David did not take more satisfaction in his Absalom, nor Jonah did not take more content in his Gourd, than a holy man (when hee is himself) takes pleasure, delight, satisfaction, and content in God;
Abraham did not take more pleasure in his Isaac, nor Jacob did not take more delight in his Joseph, nor David did not take more satisfaction in his Absalom, nor Jonah did not take more content in his Gourd, than a holy man (when he is himself) Takes pleasure, delight, satisfaction, and content in God;
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Shall the Childe take delight in the Father, and shall not the Father delight again in the Childe? and shall the Wife take pleasure and satisfaction in the Husband,
Shall the Child take delight in the Father, and shall not the Father delight again in the Child? and shall the Wife take pleasure and satisfaction in the Husband,
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Hee that is ingrafted into Christ, hee that is initiated into Christ, hee that is united unto Christ, hee is a new creature, hee hath a new head, a new heart, a new lip, a new life, a new spirit, new principles, and new ends;
He that is ingrafted into christ, he that is initiated into christ, he that is united unto christ, he is a new creature, he hath a new head, a new heart, a new lip, a new life, a new Spirit, new principles, and new ends;
Look as there could be no depravation but from our union with the first Adam, so there can be no renovation but through our union with the second Adam. Col. 3.10. But
Look as there could be no depravation but from our Union with the First Adam, so there can be no renovation but through our Union with the second Adam. Col. 3.10. But
then know sort by comfort, that God will certainly bless all thy blessings to thee, and hee will bless every estate and condition to thee most men have many blessings,
then know sort by Comfort, that God will Certainly bless all thy blessings to thee, and he will bless every estate and condition to thee most men have many blessings,
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The holy person is in Covenant with a holy God, and therefore all the blessings of the Covenant are his, all they that partake of the Holiness of the Covenant, they shall certainly partake of the blessings of the Covenant;
The holy person is in Covenant with a holy God, and Therefore all the blessings of the Covenant Are his, all they that partake of the Holiness of the Covenant, they shall Certainly partake of the blessings of the Covenant;
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all thy right hand blessings shall be blest unto thee, and all thy left hand blessings shall be blest unto thee, all the blessings of the upper springs shall be blest unto thee, and all the blessings of the lower springs shall be blest unto thee;
all thy right hand blessings shall be blessed unto thee, and all thy left hand blessings shall be blessed unto thee, all the blessings of the upper springs shall be blessed unto thee, and all the blessings of the lower springs shall be blessed unto thee;
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then know for thy comfort, that thy holiness is a glorious witness and evidence of thy Effectual Vocation, 1 Pet. 1.15. As hee who hath called you is holy, so bee yee holy in all manner of conversation.
then know for thy Comfort, that thy holiness is a glorious witness and evidence of thy Effectual Vocation, 1 Pet. 1.15. As he who hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of Conversation.
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and of a slave, thou art become a Son, Gal. 4.4, 5, 7. But when the fulness of time was come, God sent forth his Son made of a woman, made under the Law, To redeem them that were under the Law, that wee might receive the Adoption of Sons,
and of a slave, thou art become a Son, Gal. 4.4, 5, 7. But when the fullness of time was come, God sent forth his Son made of a woman, made under the Law, To Redeem them that were under the Law, that we might receive the Adoption of Sons,
but such as are under the holy leadings of the Spirit of God, Phil. 2.15. That yee may be blameless, and harmless, the Sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse Nation, among whom yee shine as lights in the world.
but such as Are under the holy leadings of the Spirit of God, Philip 2.15. That ye may be blameless, and harmless, the Sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world.
The blessed Apostle cannot speak of this high priviledge; but with great admiration; as you may see in that 1 Job. 3.1. Behold what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that wee should bee called the Sons of God.
The blessed Apostle cannot speak of this high privilege; but with great admiration; as you may see in that 1 Job. 3.1. Behold what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the Sons of God.
what matter of Admiration is this, that the great and glorious God, who hath many millions of glorious Angels waiting on him, that hee should look upon all holy persons as his Sons,
what matter of Admiration is this, that the great and glorious God, who hath many millions of glorious Angels waiting on him, that he should look upon all holy Persons as his Sons,
and lay up for them as Sons, and lay out himself for them as Sons, that they that have not deserved a smile from God, a good word from God, a bit of bread from God,
and lay up for them as Sons, and lay out himself for them as Sons, that they that have not deserved a smile from God, a good word from God, a bit of bred from God,
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or a good look from God, should be made the Sons of God? What manner of love is this, that they that have so highly provoked God, that they that have walkt so cross and contrary to God, that they that were so exceeding unlike to God, that they that have preferred every lust,
or a good look from God, should be made the Sons of God? What manner of love is this, that they that have so highly provoked God, that they that have walked so cross and contrary to God, that they that were so exceeding unlike to God, that they that have preferred every lust,
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and every toy and vanity before God, that they that have fought many years under Satans Banner against God, that they that have refused all the offers of mercy that hath been made by God, that they that have deserved to be reprobated by God, to be damned by God,
and every toy and vanity before God, that they that have fought many Years under Satan Banner against God, that they that have refused all the offers of mercy that hath been made by God, that they that have deserved to be reprobated by God, to be damned by God,
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then know for thy comfort, that thou art an undoubted heir of everlasting Glory, Rom. 8.29, 30. For whom hee did foreknow hee also did predestinate to be conformed to the Image of his Son (that is in holinesse) that hee might bee the first born among many Brethren.
then know for thy Comfort, that thou art an undoubted heir of everlasting Glory, Rom. 8.29, 30. For whom he did foreknow he also did predestinate to be conformed to the Image of his Son (that is in holiness) that he might be the First born among many Brothers.
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and whom hee justified, them hee also glorified. Holiness is a most sure earnest, and pawn of glory, 2 Thes. 2.13. God hath chosen you to Salvation through Sanctification of the Spirit, Mat. 5.8. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
and whom he justified, them he also glorified. Holiness is a most sure earnest, and pawn of glory, 2 Thebes 2.13. God hath chosen you to Salvation through Sanctification of the Spirit, Mathew 5.8. Blessed Are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
and exact Coppy for his Imitation, Titus 3.4, 5, 6, 7. But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared, not by works of Righteousness, which wee have done,
and exact Copy for his Imitation, Titus 3.4, 5, 6, 7. But After that the kindness and love of God our Saviour towards man appeared, not by works of Righteousness, which we have done,
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but according to his mercy hee saved us, by the washing of Regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost, which hee shed on us abundantly, through Jesus Christ our Saviour;
but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of Regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost, which he shed on us abundantly, through jesus christ our Saviour;
and that thy Crown is safe, and that thou shalt be for ever filled and satisfied with those everlasting pleasures and delights that be at Gods right hand;
and that thy Crown is safe, and that thou shalt be for ever filled and satisfied with those everlasting pleasures and delights that be At God's right hand;
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thou hast cause to joy and rejoyce in the midst of all thy sorrows and sufferings, yea to glory and triumph in the hopes and expectations of a Kingdome that shakes not, of a Crown that withers not, of Riches that corrupt not,
thou hast cause to joy and rejoice in the midst of all thy sorrows and sufferings, yea to glory and triumph in the hope's and Expectations of a Kingdom that shakes not, of a Crown that withers not, of Riches that corrupt not,
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nor all the Crowns and Scepters in the world, no nor yet the worth of ten thousand worlds, that are to be compared with that Glory that is treasured up for all Gods holy ones;
nor all the Crowns and Sceptres in the world, no nor yet the worth of ten thousand world's, that Are to be compared with that Glory that is treasured up for all God's holy ones;
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and in such a perfect happiness, and compleat blessedness, that is reserved in Heaven for all Gods holy ones? O what a singular comfort must this be to a Christian in the midst of all his miseries and distresses, when hee is able to look upon God,
and in such a perfect happiness, and complete blessedness, that is reserved in Heaven for all God's holy ones? O what a singular Comfort must this be to a Christian in the midst of all his misery's and Distresses, when he is able to look upon God,
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'Twas an observable saying of Macarius, They that are anointed with the spiritual Oil of gladness, (saith hee) have received a sign of that incorruptible Kingdome, to wit, Gods Spirit for an earnest, they are the Secretaries of the Heavenly King,
'Twas an observable saying of Macarius, They that Are anointed with the spiritual Oil of gladness, (Says he) have received a Signen of that incorruptible Kingdom, to wit, God's Spirit for an earnest, they Are the Secretary's of the Heavenly King,
and relying confidently upon the Almighty, they enter into his Palace (where the Angels, and the Spirits of holy men are) although they be yet in this world;
and relying confidently upon the Almighty, they enter into his Palace (where the Angels, and the Spirits of holy men Are) although they be yet in this world;
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so 'tis very sweet and comfortable for the Saints to consider, that how mean and contemptible soever they may be in the eyes of the world, that yet there is a day a coming when they shall sit upon a Throne and be crowned with Glory,
so it's very sweet and comfortable for the Saints to Consider, that how mean and contemptible soever they may be in the eyes of the world, that yet there is a day a coming when they shall fit upon a Throne and be crowned with Glory,
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then know for thy comfort, that all things shall be sanctified unto thee, Tit. 1.15. Unto the pure, all things are pure, but unto them that are defiled, and unbeleeving, is nothing pure;
then know for thy Comfort, that all things shall be sanctified unto thee, Tit. 1.15. Unto the pure, all things Are pure, but unto them that Are defiled, and unbelieving, is nothing pure;
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Look as no condition can be a happy condition, that is, not a sanctified condition, so no condition, can bee a miserable condition, that is a sanctified condition;
Look as no condition can be a happy condition, that is, not a sanctified condition, so no condition, can be a miserable condition, that is a sanctified condition;
For thou art an holy people unto the Lord thy God, and 〈 … 〉 the Lord hath chosen thee to bee a peculiar people to himself, above all the Nations that are upon the Earth.
For thou art an holy people unto the Lord thy God, and 〈 … 〉 the Lord hath chosen thee to be a peculiar people to himself, above all the nations that Are upon the Earth.
All Gods holy ones, are his peculiar ones; God hath a peculiar respect for their persons. Dan. 9.23. O Daniel! thou art greatly beloved, or as the Hebrew word Chamudoth, signifies thou art a man of desires;
All God's holy ones, Are his peculiar ones; God hath a peculiar respect for their Persons. Dan. 9.23. Oh daniel! thou art greatly Beloved, or as the Hebrew word Chamudoth, signifies thou art a man of Desires;
and as God hath a peculiar respect for their persons, so hee hath a peculiar respect for their duties and services, Prov. 15.8. The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord, but the prayer of the upright is his delight.
and as God hath a peculiar respect for their Persons, so he hath a peculiar respect for their duties and services, Curae 15.8. The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord, but the prayer of the upright is his delight.
And as hee hath a peculiar respect for their names, so hee hath a peculiar respect for their blood, Psa. 116.15. and this Cain found by wofull experience, from the cry of his Brothers Blood. O Sirs!
And as he hath a peculiar respect for their names, so he hath a peculiar respect for their blood, Psa. 116.15. and this Cain found by woeful experience, from the cry of his Brother's Blood. O Sirs!
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in making of you holy, God hath made you spiritually great, rich, honourable, wise, and beautiful, &c. and this speaks you out to bee highly in the favour of God:
in making of you holy, God hath made you spiritually great, rich, honourable, wise, and beautiful, etc. and this speaks you out to be highly in the favour of God:
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though the world may slight you, and enemies revile you, and friends dis-favour you, yet let this support you, let this rejoyce you, that you are high in the favour of God. But
though the world may slight you, and enemies revile you, and Friends disfavour you, yet let this support you, let this rejoice you, that you Are high in the favour of God. But
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and so his sacrifice was accepted for the man; and not the man for the sacrifice. Heb. 11.4. By Faith Abel offered unto God, a more excellent sacrifice than Kain, by which hee obtained witness, that hee was righteous;
and so his sacrifice was accepted for the man; and not the man for the sacrifice. Hebrew 11.4. By Faith Abel offered unto God, a more excellent sacrifice than Kain, by which he obtained witness, that he was righteous;
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those that remember thee in thy waies: Prov. 21.8. The way of man (that is of unholy man) is froward and strange: but as for the pure, his work is right.
those that Remember thee in thy ways: Curae 21.8. The Way of man (that is of unholy man) is froward and strange: but as for the pure, his work is right.
and therefore his Petitions are as soon granted, as they are offered, and his requests performed, as soon as they are mentioned: Psal. 32.5. I said I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord, and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin, Selah.
and Therefore his Petitions Are as soon granted, as they Are offered, and his requests performed, as soon as they Are mentioned: Psalm 32.5. I said I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord, and thou forgavest the iniquity of my since, Selac.
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Aquinas saith, that some read the words thus (Intende ad cantica mea) attend unto my songs (and so the words may bee safely read from the Hebrew word NONLATINALPHABET Ranah, which signifies to shout or shrill out for joy) to note that the prayers of the Saints, are like pleasant songs,
Aquinas Says, that Some read the words thus (Intend ad cantica mea) attend unto my songs (and so the words may be safely read from the Hebrew word Ranah, which signifies to shout or shrill out for joy) to note that the Prayers of the Saints, Are like pleasant songs,
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What's more sweet, what's more pleasing, and what's more perfuming then incense? why the prayers of the Saints, as they are in the hands of a Mediatour, are as sweet and pleasing to God,
What's more sweet, what's more pleasing, and what's more perfuming then incense? why the Prayers of the Saints, as they Are in the hands of a Mediator, Are as sweet and pleasing to God,
as incense that is made up of the choicest and sweetest spices, are sweet and pleasing unto us; 1 Pet. 3.12. For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and his ears are open unto their prayers;
as incense that is made up of the Choicest and Sweetest spices, Are sweet and pleasing unto us; 1 Pet. 3.12. For the eyes of the Lord Are over the righteous, and his ears Are open unto their Prayers;
then God will come down to them, and lay his ears, as it were, unto their prayers? O what matter of joy and comfort, is this to all the holy seed, that God will graciously bow his ears to their prayers,
then God will come down to them, and lay his ears, as it were, unto their Prayers? O what matter of joy and Comfort, is this to all the holy seed, that God will graciously bow his ears to their Prayers,
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O you precious Sons of Zion! that are daily lamenting, and mourning, over the weaknesses that cleaves to your best services, know for your comfort and joy, that though with Moses you can but stammer out a prayer;
O you precious Sons of Zion! that Are daily lamenting, and mourning, over the Weaknesses that cleaves to your best services, know for your Comfort and joy, that though with Moses you can but stammer out a prayer;
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O what a rare comfort is this for a Christian to consider, that when hee is under outward wants and inward distresses, that when hee hath sickness upon his body,
Oh what a rare Comfort is this for a Christian to Consider, that when he is under outward Wants and inward Distresses, that when he hath sickness upon his body,
O! if it bee so great a favour to have the ears of an earthly King at pleasure, what a transcendent savour must it bee to have his ear at pleasure, who is King of Kings,
OH! if it be so great a favour to have the ears of an earthly King At pleasure, what a transcendent savour must it be to have his ear At pleasure, who is King of Kings,
self-preservation is natural to all creatures, holiness is Christs Creature, Christs Image, and therefore hee will certainly preserve it, and maintain it;
self-preservation is natural to all creatures, holiness is Christ Creature, Christ Image, and Therefore he will Certainly preserve it, and maintain it;
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'Tis most certain, that the truth and state of Holiness remains under all a Christians infirmities, darknesses, weaknesses, ecclipses, clouds, failings, waverings and wandrings;
It's most certain, that the truth and state of Holiness remains under all a Christians infirmities, Darknesses, Weaknesses, Eclipses, Clouds, failings, waverings and wanderings;
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and is a fruit of the everlasting Covenant, and the price of Christs Blood, and depends and hangs upon a perpetual union and communion with Christ, and is a sure pledge and earnest of a mans eternal enjoyment of Christ,
and is a fruit of the everlasting Covenant, and the price of Christ Blood, and depends and hangs upon a perpetual Union and communion with christ, and is a sure pledge and earnest of a men Eternal enjoyment of christ,
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to say that the Saints may fall totally and finally from all that Grace and Holiness they have, is to say. 1. That the Surety of the New Covenant is grown very poor and weak, which is very little less than blasphemy,
to say that the Saints may fallen totally and finally from all that Grace and Holiness they have, is to say. 1. That the Surety of the New Covenant is grown very poor and weak, which is very little less than blasphemy,
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and quite contrary to that Heb. 7.21, 22. 2. It is to say that the Promises are yea and nay, quite contrary to what the Apostle affirms, in that 2 Cor. 1.20. 3. It is to say that the Power of God is grown exceeding weak and contemptible, yea it is to make sin and Satan stronger than God, which is quite contrary to the current of Scripture. 4. It is to say that the Decree of God is mutable, which is cross and contrary to the Apostle, in that 2 Tim. 2.10. 5. It is to say that Gods free, eternal and everlasting love is become changeable and unconstant, which is expresly cross to that Jer. 31.3. Mal. 3.6. Joh. 13.1. with many other Scriptures;
and quite contrary to that Hebrew 7.21, 22. 2. It is to say that the Promises Are yea and nay, quite contrary to what the Apostle affirms, in that 2 Cor. 1.20. 3. It is to say that the Power of God is grown exceeding weak and contemptible, yea it is to make since and Satan Stronger than God, which is quite contrary to the current of Scripture. 4. It is to say that the decree of God is mutable, which is cross and contrary to the Apostle, in that 2 Tim. 2.10. 5. It is to say that God's free, Eternal and everlasting love is become changeable and unconstant, which is expressly cross to that Jer. 31.3. Malachi 3.6. John 13.1. with many other Scriptures;
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then know for thy comfort, that all things shall work together for thy good, Rom. 8.28. And wee know that all things work together for good, to them that love God, to them who are called according to his purpose.
then know for thy Comfort, that all things shall work together for thy good, Rom. 8.28. And we know that all things work together for good, to them that love God, to them who Are called according to his purpose.
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As I get hurt by my graces, so I get good by my sins, said famous Mr. Fox. O the rare, the fear, the watchfulness, the tenderness, the zeal, the revenge, that God raises in the souls of his Saints by their very falls.
As I get hurt by my graces, so I get good by my Sins, said famous Mr. Fox. Oh the rare, the Fear, the watchfulness, the tenderness, the zeal, the revenge, that God raises in the Souls of his Saints by their very falls.
'Tis the glory of Gods Holiness, that hee can turn spiritual diseases into holy remedies, and soul-poisons into heavenly cordials, that hee can prevent sin by sin, and cure falling by falling; one calls that 8th.
It's the glory of God's Holiness, that he can turn spiritual diseases into holy remedies, and soul-poisons into heavenly cordials, that he can prevent since by since, and cure falling by falling; one calls that 8th.
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what though friends and relations frown upon thee, what though enemies are plotting and conspiring against thee, what though wants like an armed man are ready to break in upon thee;
what though Friends and relations frown upon thee, what though enemies Are plotting and conspiring against thee, what though Wants like an armed man Are ready to break in upon thee;
Yea there is wonderful cause of joy and rejoycing in all the afflictions and tribulations that comes upon thee, considering that they shall all work for thy good. O Christians!
Yea there is wondered cause of joy and rejoicing in all the afflictions and tribulations that comes upon thee, considering that they shall all work for thy good. O Christians!
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Though the Ocean be full, yet the bottle cannot bee filled but by degrees. Wee are poor narrow-mouthed Bottles, and therefore what wee take in of Holinesse; must bee by degrees;
Though the Ocean be full, yet the Bottle cannot be filled but by Degrees. we Are poor narrow-mouthed Bottles, and Therefore what we take in of Holiness; must be by Degrees;
A man may read that special grace in the least degree of holinesse, which hee can never read in the honours, profits, pleasures, delights, and contents of this world. Ergo.
A man may read that special grace in the least degree of holiness, which he can never read in the honours, profits, pleasures, delights, and contents of this world. Ergo.
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as the greatest degrees of holinesse doth, and the reason is clear, because the promise of happinesse and blessednesse is not made over to degrees of holinesse,
as the greatest Degrees of holiness does, and the reason is clear, Because the promise of happiness and blessedness is not made over to Degrees of holiness,
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The Promises of Salvation are not made over to the strength of Faith, but to the truth of Faith, Joh. 6.35. 'Tis no where said, that only hee that beleeves with the Faith of an Abraham, shall bee saved;
The Promises of Salvation Are not made over to the strength of Faith, but to the truth of Faith, John 6.35. It's no where said, that only he that believes with the Faith of an Abraham, shall be saved;
7. When unholy persons are under terrours of conscience, and upon their dying-beds, and when they shall stand before a judgement seat, had they as many worlds to give,
7. When unholy Persons Are under terrors of conscience, and upon their dying-beds, and when they shall stand before a judgement seat, had they as many world's to give,
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and therefore without all peradventure, the least degree of holinesse must bee very precious, considering what a price the worst of men would give for it, were it in their power to purchase.
and Therefore without all Peradventure, the least degree of holiness must be very precious, considering what a price the worst of men would give for it, were it in their power to purchase.
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8. The least degree of holinesse shall at last bee blest with a happy triumph over the strongest corruptions, the least degree of holinesse will lead the soul to Christ, it will bring the soul into communion with Christ, it will work the soul to lean upon Christ,
8. The least degree of holiness shall At last be blessed with a happy triumph over the Strongest corruptions, the least degree of holiness will led the soul to christ, it will bring the soul into communion with christ, it will work the soul to lean upon christ,
9. The least degree of holinesse will render a Christian in some measure serviceable and useful to the turnings away of the wrath and judgements of God from a People or Nation,
9. The least degree of holiness will render a Christian in Some measure serviceable and useful to the turnings away of the wrath and Judgments of God from a People or nation,
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When all the Power, Authority, Greatnesse, Grandeur and Glory that wicked men have in their hands, can do just nothing either to the diverting of wrath, or the obtaining of mercy;
When all the Power, authority, Greatness, Grandeur and Glory that wicked men have in their hands, can do just nothing either to the diverting of wrath, or the obtaining of mercy;
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and now tell mee Christians, whether these ten things do not sufficiently prove that there is a great deal of preciousnesse in the least degrees of holinesse;
and now tell me Christians, whither these ten things do not sufficiently prove that there is a great deal of preciousness in the least Degrees of holiness;
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yet they fell very much short of Job in Grace and Holiness, as is evident not only by that high testimony that God himself gives concerning Job, That there was none like him upon the earth, a perfect and upright man, one that feared God, and eschewed evil.
yet they fell very much short of Job in Grace and Holiness, as is evident not only by that high testimony that God himself gives Concerning Job, That there was none like him upon the earth, a perfect and upright man, one that feared God, and Eschewed evil.
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All Saints have not been partakers of equal means, all Saints have not had equal gales of the Spirit, all Saints have not alike acted that holiness they have;
All Saints have not been partakers of equal means, all Saints have not had equal gales of the Spirit, all Saints have not alike acted that holiness they have;
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In Gods house there are vessels of Gold, and vessels of Silver, that is, there are some that are more eminently sanctified, and purified, than others are.
In God's house there Are vessels of Gold, and vessels of Silver, that is, there Are Some that Are more eminently sanctified, and purified, than Others Are.
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nor difficulties alike for all Saints to grapple withall, nor dangers alike for all Saints to encounter withall, &c. and therefore hee gives not a like measure of holiness to all,
nor difficulties alike for all Saints to grapple withal, nor dangers alike for all Saints to encounter withal, etc. and Therefore he gives not a like measure of holiness to all,
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but to some more, to others less, according as their condition requires, Some Saints stand in need of a great deal more grace and holiness than others do.
but to Some more, to Others less, according as their condition requires, some Saints stand in need of a great deal more grace and holiness than Others doe.
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Their place, calling, condition, and imployments in the world calls for a greater stock, than others need. One man may better keep house with a hundred a year,
Their place, calling, condition, and employments in the world calls for a greater stock, than Others need. One man may better keep house with a hundred a year,
Look as one sinner excels another in wickedness, so one Saint excels another in holiness, and therefore let not those that have much holiness despise those that have but little;
Look as one sinner excels Another in wickedness, so one Saint excels Another in holiness, and Therefore let not those that have much holiness despise those that have but little;
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now hee is full fraughted with high thoughts of God, with honourable thoughts of Christ, with precious thoughts of the Saints, with pious thoughts of the Scripture, with delightful thoughts of Ordinances, with serious thoughts of Providences,
now he is full fraughted with high thoughts of God, with honourable thoughts of christ, with precious thoughts of the Saints, with pious thoughts of the Scripture, with delightful thoughts of Ordinances, with serious thoughts of Providences,
and at another time you shall have him filled with such hard thoughts of God, with such dishonourable thoughts of Christ, with such low thoughts of the Saints, with such slight thoughts of the Scripture, with such undelightful thoughts of Ordinances,
and At Another time you shall have him filled with such hard thoughts of God, with such dishonourable thoughts of christ, with such low thoughts of the Saints, with such slight thoughts of the Scripture, with such undelightful thoughts of Ordinances,
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and will he bee favourable no more? now hee beleeves, anon hee doubts, this hour hee hopes, the next hee fears, to day hee is upon the mount, joying and triumphing, to morrow you shall have him in the vallies, mourning and sighing;
and will he be favourable no more? now he believes, anon he doubts, this hour he hope's, the next he fears, to day he is upon the mount, joying and triumphing, to morrow you shall have him in the valleys, mourning and sighing;
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and then the Passengers are all amote, and they sail but slowly and heavily towards their desired Harbour? And so 'tis with a holy heart, sometimes the gales of the spirit blow very fair and sweet, very strong and powerful, upon a gracious soul;
and then the Passengers Are all amote, and they sail but slowly and heavily towards their desired Harbour? And so it's with a holy heart, sometime the gales of the Spirit blow very fair and sweet, very strong and powerful, upon a gracious soul;
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as they did when God rained Mannah every day about their Tents, and when they were fed with the best of the best, that their Heavenly Fathers Table, Wine-seller, and House did afford.
as they did when God reigned Manna every day about their Tents, and when they were fed with the best of the best, that their Heavenly Father's Table, Wine seller, and House did afford.
or it may bee bodily infirmities, weaknesses, diseases, aches, and ailements are so increased and multiplied upon them, that they cannot make that improvement that once they did, of those very advantages,
or it may be bodily infirmities, Weaknesses, diseases, aches, and ailements Are so increased and multiplied upon them, that they cannot make that improvement that once they did, of those very advantages,
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The serious weighing of this Position, may serve to prevent many fears and scruples, many debates and disputes, that often rise in the hearts of Christians, upon the often ebbings and flowings of holiness in their souls. The sixt Position is this;
The serious weighing of this Position, may serve to prevent many fears and scruples, many debates and disputes, that often rise in the hearts of Christians, upon the often ebbings and flowings of holiness in their Souls. The sixt Position is this;
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but there is a time a coming wherein it shall bee accomplished, Isa. 35.8. There shall bee a high-way, and it shall bee called a way of Holiness, THE UNCLEAN SHALL NOT PASSE OVER IT, Isa. 59.21. This is my Covenant, my WORD AND MY SPIRIT SHALL NEVER DEPART from thee for ever, Isa. 60.21. Thy People shall bee ALL RIGHTEOUS, Jer. 32.40, 41. I will make an everlasting Covenant with them, that I will not turn away from them to do them good.
but there is a time a coming wherein it shall be accomplished, Isaiah 35.8. There shall be a highway, and it shall be called a Way of Holiness, THE UNCLEAN SHALL NOT PASS OVER IT, Isaiah 59.21. This is my Covenant, my WORD AND MY SPIRIT SHALL NEVER DEPART from thee for ever, Isaiah 60.21. Thy People shall be ALL RIGHTEOUS, Jer. 32.40, 41. I will make an everlasting Covenant with them, that I will not turn away from them to do them good.
and bee settled in their own Land. And so the Prophet Ezekiel speaking of the glorious state of the Church in the last daies, adds, Thus saith the Lord, no stranger uncircumcised in HEART shall enter into my Sanctuary. Zeph. 3.13. The remnant of Israel SHALL NOT DO INIQUITY, nor SPEAK LYES;
and be settled in their own Land. And so the Prophet Ezekielem speaking of the glorious state of the Church in the last days, adds, Thus Says the Lord, no stranger uncircumcised in HEART shall enter into my Sanctuary. Zephaniah 3.13. The remnant of Israel SHALL NOT DO INIQUITY, nor SPEAK LYES;
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Behold the Tabernacle of God is WITH MEN, &c. and there shall in no wise enter into it any th•ng that DEFILETH, &c. but they that are written in the Lambs Book.
Behold the Tabernacle of God is WITH MEN, etc. and there shall in no wise enter into it any th•ng that DEFILETH, etc. but they that Are written in the Lambs Book.
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but must necessarily, and beyond all dispute bee understood of the glorious state of the Saints on Earth, which they shall certainly enjoy in the last daies.
but must necessarily, and beyond all dispute be understood of the glorious state of the Saints on Earth, which they shall Certainly enjoy in the last days.
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and having opened his Bible, the first Scripture that his eye was fixt upon was that Psal. 50.16, 17. verses. What hast thou to do to take my Word into thy mouth, seeing thou hatest to bee reformed;
and having opened his bible, the First Scripture that his eye was fixed upon was that Psalm 50.16, 17. Verses. What hast thou to do to take my Word into thy Mouth, seeing thou Hatest to be reformed;
then hee expects and looks that his people should bee a holy people, and then hee calls loudest for Holiness, Exod. 19.3, 4, 5. And Moses went up unto God,
then he expects and looks that his people should be a holy people, and then he calls Loudest for Holiness, Exod 19.3, 4, 5. And Moses went up unto God,
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other Birds carry their young ones in their talons, and so expose them to danger, but the Eagle carries hers upon her wings, that they may bee safe and secure.
other Birds carry their young ones in their talons, and so expose them to danger, but the Eagl carries hers upon her wings, that they may be safe and secure.
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Moses, to shew how choice and chary God was of Israel; and how much hee stood upon their safety and security tells them, that he carried them upon Eagles wings;
Moses, to show how choice and chary God was of Israel; and how much he stood upon their safety and security tells them, that he carried them upon Eagles wings;
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yea to be eminently holy, So in that 10th. of Deut. where Moses had made a large Narrative of the singular favours and mercies of God to Israel, in the eleven first verses of that chapter;
yea to be eminently holy, So in that 10th. of Deuteronomy where Moses had made a large Narrative of the singular favours and Mercies of God to Israel, in the eleven First Verses of that chapter;
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and with all thy soul? To keep the Commandements of the Lord, and his statutes, which I command thee this day. The word in the 12th. vers. rendred require, is NONLATINALPHABET Shoel from Shaal, which signifies to ask, to request or petition a person.
and with all thy soul? To keep the commandments of the Lord, and his statutes, which I command thee this day. The word in the 12th. vers. rendered require, is Shoel from Shaal, which signifies to ask, to request or petition a person.
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the word in the 13. vers. rendred keep is NONLATINALPHABET Shamar, which signifies to keep carefully, diligently, faithfully to keep as watch-men keep the City,
the word in the 13. vers. rendered keep is Shemar, which signifies to keep carefully, diligently, faithfully to keep as watchmen keep the city,
Now God would have his people thus to keep his Commandements, and his Statutes, and this God would have them to do upon the account of those high acts of favour and grace, that hee had shewed unto them;
Now God would have his people thus to keep his commandments, and his Statutes, and this God would have them to do upon the account of those high acts of favour and grace, that he had showed unto them;
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what is it but to be a holy people, yea to be a very holy people unto the Lord? And so in that Ezra. 9.13, 14. Seeing that thou our God hast punished us less than our iniquities deserve,
what is it but to be a holy people, yea to be a very holy people unto the Lord? And so in that Ezra. 9.13, 14. Seeing that thou our God hast punished us less than our iniquities deserve,
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and hast given us such deliverance as this, should wee again break thy Commandements, and joyn in affinity with the people of these abominations? wouldest thou not bee angry with us, till thou hast consumed us,
and hast given us such deliverance as this, should we again break thy commandments, and join in affinity with the people of these abominations? Wouldst thou not be angry with us, till thou hast consumed us,
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so that there should bee no remnant, nor escaping? Free and rich mercy calls hardest and loudest for duty, the more merciful God hath been to his people, the more fearful they should be of offending of him,
so that there should be no remnant, nor escaping? Free and rich mercy calls Hardest and Loudest for duty, the more merciful God hath been to his people, the more fearful they should be of offending of him,
and the more careful they should be in pleasing of him, Divine blessings should be the greatest obligations in the world upon a Christian to keep at a distance from sin,
and the more careful they should be in pleasing of him, Divine blessings should be the greatest obligations in the world upon a Christian to keep At a distance from since,
the greater the mercy is, and the more miraculous the deliverance and the salvation is, that God crowns his people with, the greater are the ingagements that God hath put upon them to be a holy people to him.
the greater the mercy is, and the more miraculous the deliverance and the salvation is, that God crowns his people with, the greater Are the engagements that God hath put upon them to be a holy people to him.
So in that 116. Psal. David gives in a bill of particulars in the eight first verses, hee gives you a choice Narrative of the singular favours and blessings of God both in respect of his inward, and his outward man;
So in that 116. Psalm David gives in a bill of particulars in the eight First Verses, he gives you a choice Narrative of the singular favours and blessings of God both in respect of his inward, and his outward man;
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I will walk before the Lord in the Land of the Living, vers. 9. or rather as the Hebrew hath it (Ethhallech Liphne Jehovah) I will walk before the face of the Lord;
I will walk before the Lord in the Land of the Living, vers. 9. or rather as the Hebrew hath it (Ethhallech Liphne Jehovah) I will walk before the face of the Lord;
or before the face of the Lord; Now walking before the face of the Lord, doth imply a very exact, circumspect, accurate, and precise walking before God;
or before the face of the Lord; Now walking before the face of the Lord, does imply a very exact, circumspect, accurate, and precise walking before God;
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and to call upon the Name of the Lord, and •o offer the sacrifice of thanksgiving, v. 13. and 17. but is this all that hee will do? oh no! for hee resolves that hee will presently pay his vows unto the Lord in the presence of all his people, v. 14,
and to call upon the Name of the Lord, and •o offer the sacrifice of thanksgiving, v. 13. and 17. but is this all that he will do? o no! for he resolves that he will presently pay his vows unto the Lord in the presence of all his people, v. 14,
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and more than ever, v. 1. Hee loved God before with a real love, but having now received such rare mercies from God, hee is resolved to love God with a more raised love,
and more than ever, v. 1. He loved God before with a real love, but having now received such rare Mercies from God, he is resolved to love God with a more raised love,
And so the Apostle, in that Rom. 12.1, 2. I beseech you therefore, Brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.
And so the Apostle, in that Rom. 12.1, 2. I beseech you Therefore, Brothers, by the Mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.
and to his service, and would sence and arm them against the sinful fashions, customes, examples, dispositions and practices of a corrupt and wicked world;
and to his service, and would sense and arm them against the sinful fashions, customs, Examples, dispositions and practices of a corrupt and wicked world;
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Thirdly, Times of personal afflictions, are times wherein God calls aloud for holiness, when the Rod of God is upon our backs, it highly concerns us to look that our words are full of grace,
Thirdly, Times of personal afflictions, Are times wherein God calls aloud for holiness, when the Rod of God is upon our backs, it highly concerns us to look that our words Are full of grace,
and these words declare that the great reach and design of God in all the afflictions that hee brings upon his people, is to make them more and more holy;
and these words declare that the great reach and Design of God in all the afflictions that he brings upon his people, is to make them more and more holy;
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and therefore for Christians to be proud under the Rod, and carnal under the Rod, and worldly under the Rod, and froward under the Rod, and stupid under the Rod,
and Therefore for Christians to be proud under the Rod, and carnal under the Rod, and worldly under the Rod, and froward under the Rod, and stupid under the Rod,
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or that wins upon God more, than to see his people a holy people in the daies of their afflictions, Jer. 2.2, 3. Go, and cry in the ears of Jerusalem, saying,
or that wins upon God more, than to see his people a holy people in the days of their afflictions, Jer. 2.2, 3. Go, and cry in the ears of Jerusalem, saying,
So God looks that his childrens graces should shine brightest in the darkest nights of afflictions, hee looks that his children should be the better for his Fatherly beating,
So God looks that his Children's graces should shine Brightest in the Darkest nights of afflictions, he looks that his children should be the better for his Fatherly beating,
and the sweeter for being pounded in the morter of affliction, and the faster rooted in grace and holiness, by all divine shakings, &c. In times of affliction God looks that his children should be true Salamanders that live best in the fire.
and the Sweeten for being pounded in the mortar of affliction, and the faster rooted in grace and holiness, by all divine shakings, etc. In times of affliction God looks that his children should be true Salamanders that live best in the fire.
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hee looks that that grace and holiness which lies hid in nature, as sweet water doth in Rose leaves, should then be most fragrant when the fire of affliction is put under to distil it out, &c. But
he looks that that grace and holiness which lies hid in nature, as sweet water does in Rose leaves, should then be most fragrant when the fire of affliction is put under to distil it out, etc. But
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When such persons walk so loosely, and vainly, as that they occasion the Name of God to be blasphemed, Religion to be scorned, the Gospel to be despised, Profession to be abhorred, the Saints to be reviled,
When such Persons walk so loosely, and vainly, as that they occasion the Name of God to be blasphemed, Religion to be scorned, the Gospel to be despised, Profession to be abhorred, the Saints to be reviled,
Such blessed effects as these, the horrid sin of the incestuous person did occasionally work in the hearts and lives of the Corinthians, as you may see by comparing the Scriptures in the Margint together. O Sirs!
Such blessed effects as these, the horrid since of the incestuous person did occasionally work in the hearts and lives of the Corinthians, as you may see by comparing the Scriptures in the Margint together. Oh Sirs!
in these daies are there not many that have made a very high Profession, that have shined as the stars in the Firmament, who are now fallen from their Profession, from their Principles,
in these days Are there not many that have made a very high Profession, that have shined as the Stars in the Firmament, who Are now fallen from their Profession, from their Principles,
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and what betraying of Saints is there this day among many that have pretended very high to Religion? how many now approve of those things that before they would never own,
and what betraying of Saints is there this day among many that have pretended very high to Religion? how many now approve of those things that before they would never own,
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Then Moses said to Aaron, This is it that the Lord spake, saying, I will bee sanctified in them that come nigh unto mee ▪ •nd before all the people I will bee glorified; and Aaron held his peace.
Then Moses said to Aaron, This is it that the Lord spoke, saying, I will be sanctified in them that come High unto me ▪ •nd before all the people I will be glorified; and Aaron held his peace.
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Such as draw nigh to God without holiness, may, if they were not deaf, hear God saying to them, What have you to do to take my Name into your mouths, seeing you hate to bee reformed? And who required these things at your hands? The Persians every morning worship the rising Sun,
Such as draw High to God without holiness, may, if they were not deaf, hear God saying to them, What have you to do to take my Name into your mouths, seeing you hate to be reformed? And who required these things At your hands? The Persians every morning worship the rising Sun,
And Praxitelles the Painter made the silly people worship the Image of his Strumpet under the title and pretence of Venus. And verily all the worship that thou offerest to God, is little better,
And Praxitelles the Painter made the silly people worship the Image of his Strumpet under the title and pretence of Venus. And verily all the worship that thou offerest to God, is little better,
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and upon this very ground hee urges them to obey his voice, and to keep his Covenant, vers. 5. And so in that Rev. 15.1, 2, 3, 4. And I saw another sign in Heaven, great and marvelous, seven Angels having the seven last plagues, from them is filled up the wrath of God.
and upon this very ground he urges them to obey his voice, and to keep his Covenant, vers. 5. And so in that Rev. 15.1, 2, 3, 4. And I saw Another Signen in Heaven, great and marvelous, seven Angels having the seven last plagues, from them is filled up the wrath of God.
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And they sing the song of Moses the servant of God, and the Lamb, saying, Great and marvelous are thy works Lord God Almighty, just and true are thy waies thou King of Saints.
And they sing the song of Moses the servant of God, and the Lamb, saying, Great and marvelous Are thy works Lord God Almighty, just and true Are thy ways thou King of Saints.
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for all Nations shall come and worship before thee, for thy judgements are made manifest. In this and the following chapters the utter overthrow of Antichrist is described.
for all nations shall come and worship before thee, for thy Judgments Are made manifest. In this and the following Chapters the utter overthrow of Antichrist is described.
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The allusion is to the Red Sea, and Pharaohs persecuting of Israel, but the addition of fire is plainly to distinguish the Popes persecution from Pharaohs; for though Pharaoh did sorely oppress the people of God both in their liberties and consciences,
The allusion is to the Read Sea, and Pharaohs persecuting of Israel, but the addition of fire is plainly to distinguish the Popes persecution from Pharaohs; for though Pharaoh did sorely oppress the people of God both in their Liberties and Consciences,
and though hee had plotted and contrived a way to destroy their male children, yet hee was never so cruel, hee was never so bloody as to burn the people of God with fire and faggot,
and though he had plotted and contrived a Way to destroy their male children, yet he was never so cruel, he was never so bloody as to burn the people of God with fire and faggot,
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yea upon what ever smells of Antichrist, or looks like Antichrist, why then the people of God will in a very eminent way lift up God as the great object of their fear,
yea upon what ever smells of Antichrist, or looks like Antichrist, why then the people of God will in a very eminent Way lift up God as the great Object of their Fear,
and then the generality of the Nations shall be so deeply affected with the dreadful amazing and astonishing judgements of God upon Antichrist, that they shall repent, worship him, and give glory to him. O Sirs!
and then the generality of the nations shall be so deeply affected with the dreadful amazing and astonishing Judgments of God upon Antichrist, that they shall Repent, worship him, and give glory to him. O Sirs!
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had you grown more holy by those severe judgements of God, that hath been inflicted upon others before your eyes, you had not been under those smart rebukes of God that now you are under this day. But
had you grown more holy by those severe Judgments of God, that hath been inflicted upon Others before your eyes, you had not been under those smart rebukes of God that now you Are under this day. But
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hee had need be very holy, that so if hee should fall in the encounter, hee may be sure to be happy, Deut. 23.9, 14. When the H•st goeth forth against thine enemies,
he had need be very holy, that so if he should fallen in the encounter, he may be sure to be happy, Deuteronomy 23.9, 14. When the H•st Goes forth against thine enemies,
but from every evil thing, or rather as the Hebrew hath it, from every evil word, NONLATINALPHABET Da•ar; hee that is in danger of death every step hee takes,
but from every evil thing, or rather as the Hebrew hath it, from every evil word, Da•ar; he that is in danger of death every step he Takes,
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and damning of themselves, and to see such a giving up themselves to work all manner of wickedness with greediness, who carry their lives in their hands every hour in the day yea at whose elbows damnation stands every moment. O Sirs!
and damning of themselves, and to see such a giving up themselves to work all manner of wickedness with greediness, who carry their lives in their hands every hour in the day yea At whose elbows damnation Stands every moment. O Sirs!
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but when ever the Lord shall call forth his people to fight his battels against Antichrist, and to smite Daniels Image in peeces, it stands them very much upon to be a holy people,
but when ever the Lord shall call forth his people to fight his battles against Antichrist, and to smite Daniel's Image in Pieces, it Stands them very much upon to be a holy people,
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and brought them into fellowship with himself, and into Gospel-Communion with one another, O then in a special manner hee calls aloud upon them to be holy, Levit. 20.23, 24, 26. And yee shall not walk in the manners of the Nation, which I cast out before you;
and brought them into fellowship with himself, and into Gospel-Communion with one Another, Oh then in a special manner he calls aloud upon them to be holy, Levit. 20.23, 24, 26. And ye shall not walk in the manners of the nation, which I cast out before you;
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and formal, and distrustful, and hypocritical, and earthly, and froward, &c. as the world is, 'tis not for you to deny your principles, to debauch your consciences, to change your notes, to turn your coats, to defile your souls, to blot your names, and to scandalize your profession: O Sirs!
and formal, and distrustful, and hypocritical, and earthly, and froward, etc. as the world is, it's not for you to deny your principles, to debauch your Consciences, to change your notes, to turn your coats, to defile your Souls, to blot your names, and to scandalise your profession: Oh Sirs!
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if righteousness did not alwaies dwell there: neither can the highest Heaven ever wax old, neither were they ever made of Earth, or Brittle mouldering matter;
if righteousness did not always dwell there: neither can the highest Heaven ever wax old, neither were they ever made of Earth, or Brittle mouldering matter;
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Now Christians the more great and glorious things you expect from God, as the downfall of Antichrist, the conversion of the Jews, the conquest of the nations to Christ, the breaking off of all yo•ks, the new Jerusalems coming down from above, the extraordinary pouring out of the spirit,
Now Christians the more great and glorious things you expect from God, as the downfall of Antichrist, the conversion of the jews, the conquest of the Nations to christ, the breaking off of all yo•ks, the new Jerusalems coming down from above, the extraordinary pouring out of the Spirit,
and what not? O! that these would for ever remember, that the more great and glorious things wee expect and look for from God, the more holiness God expects and looks for from us;
and what not? OH! that these would for ever Remember, that the more great and glorious things we expect and look for from God, the more holiness God expects and looks for from us;
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and the higher your expectation rises, the higher alwaies let your holiness rise, for there is nothing that will hasten that desirable day of glory upon the world, like this. But
and the higher your expectation rises, the higher always let your holiness rise, for there is nothing that will hasten that desirable day of glory upon the world, like this. But
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what a holy people should you bee? this very consideration, had a very great influence upon that great Apostles spirit, in that 2 Pet. 1.12, 13, 14, 15. Wherefore I will not bee negligent, to put you alwaies in remembrance of these things,
what a holy people should you be? this very consideration, had a very great influence upon that great Apostles Spirit, in that 2 Pet. 1.12, 13, 14, 15. Wherefore I will not be negligent, to put you always in remembrance of these things,
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yea, and all his Ministerial and Apostolical gifts, and all to better himself, and to make those that were really holy, to bee eminently holy? Peter being very sensible of the neer approaches of death, did very earnestly desire,
yea, and all his Ministerial and Apostolical Gifts, and all to better himself, and to make those that were really holy, to be eminently holy? Peter being very sensible of the near Approaches of death, did very earnestly desire,
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when once the Gray hairs of holiness and righteousness are upon you, it highly concerns you to shun the very shews and appearances of evil, that so you may not spot nor stain the honour of your white head.
when once the Grey hairs of holiness and righteousness Are upon you, it highly concerns you to shun the very shows and appearances of evil, that so you may not spot nor stain the honour of your white head.
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shall nature do more than grace, shall morality excel real piety? 'Twas the glorious commendation of the Church of Thiatira, that her last works were more than her first; Rev. 2.19.
shall nature do more than grace, shall morality excel real piety? 'Twas the glorious commendation of the Church of Thyatira, that her last works were more than her First; Rev. 2.19.
If there be any man in the world that is ripe for Heaven, and that injoyes a Heaven (in his own soul) on this side Heaven, this is the man whose graces,
If there be any man in the world that is ripe for Heaven, and that enjoys a Heaven (in his own soul) on this side Heaven, this is the man whose graces,
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And thus by a hand of grace, that hath been in mee, upon mee, and with me, I have shewed you what those special times and seasons are wherein God calls loudest for holiness,
And thus by a hand of grace, that hath been in me, upon me, and with me, I have showed you what those special times and seasons Are wherein God calls Loudest for holiness,
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and so according to my weak measure, I have given out all that the Lord hath graciously given in concerning that most necessary, that most noble, that most glorious,
and so according to my weak measure, I have given out all that the Lord hath graciously given in Concerning that most necessary, that most noble, that most glorious,
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and therefore I have nothing more to do, but earnestly to pray, that what hath been spoken and written, may be so blest from on high, that it may work mightily to the internal and eternal welfare both of Writer, Reader,
and Therefore I have nothing more to do, but earnestly to pray, that what hath been spoken and written, may be so blessed from on high, that it may work mightily to the internal and Eternal welfare both of Writer, Reader,
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and Hearer, that so when their Race is run, and their Work done here on earth, they may be everlastingly blest with a happy sight of the Beatifical Vision of God in Heaven. Amen. FINIS.
and Hearer, that so when their Raze is run, and their Work done Here on earth, they may be everlastingly blessed with a happy sighed of the Beatifical Vision of God in Heaven. Amen. FINIS.
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There is a truth in that old saying, Avaro deest tam quod habet, quam quod non habet: A covetous man wanteth as well that which he hath, as that which he hath not.
There is a truth in that old saying, Avaro deest tam quod habet, quam quod non habet: A covetous man Wants as well that which he hath, as that which he hath not.
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Luke 1.5, 6. NONLATINALPHABET, they were both, saith the Vulgar, Sine querela, without complaint; their conversation was such as none could justly complain of it. It was irreprehensible, it could not be reprehended.
Luke 1.5, 6., they were both, Says the vulgar, Sine querela, without complaint; their Conversation was such as none could justly complain of it. It was irreprehensible, it could not be reprehended.
2 Tim. 3.5. They say of Halifax Nuts, that they are all shells, no kirnels. There are many that make a glorious shew before men, that are abominable in the sight of God, Luke 16.15. that are Aurum hominibus, lutum Deo: Gold in mans eyes, dirt in Gods sight. Gregor. Mor. c. 34. l. 13.
2 Tim. 3.5. They say of Halifax Nuts, that they Are all shells, no kirnels. There Are many that make a glorious show before men, that Are abominable in the sighed of God, Lycia 16.15. that Are Aurum hominibus, lutum God: Gold in men eyes, dirt in God's sighed. Gregory. Mor. c. 34. l. 13.
That is an apt saying of Tertullian, Negotiatio est aliquid amittere ut majora lucreris: That is right merchandise when something is parted with to gain more.
That is an apt saying of Tertullian, Negotiatio est Aliquid amittere ut marjoram lucreris: That is right merchandise when something is parted with to gain more.
NONLATINALPHABET properly, distinctly signifies an adulteteress: and this phrase of having eyes full of the adulteress, answers to that of the Rhetorician who describing an unchast, lascivious person, rhetorically said of him, that he had Whores in his eyes.
properly, distinctly signifies an adulteteress: and this phrase of having eyes full of the adulteress, answers to that of the Rhetorician who describing an unchaste, lascivious person, rhetorically said of him, that he had Whores in his eyes.
Prov 1.20. ult. Isa. 53.1. Ch. 55.1, 2. Mat. 25.3.6.10. Ch 23.37. Luke 19.41, 42. &c. That great Conqueror vainly feared, that his Father Philips Victories would deprive the Son of an opportunity to improve his Magnanimity.
Curae 1.20. ult. Isaiah 53.1. Christ 55.1, 2. Mathew 25.3.6.10. Changed 23.37. Luke 19.41, 42. etc. That great Conqueror vainly feared, that his Father Philips Victories would deprive the Son of an opportunity to improve his Magnanimity.
Solomon in this place alludeth to one kind of grinding which in old time the people were accustomed to, which was to put their parched corn into a morter, and to beat it unto powder.
Solomon in this place alludeth to one kind of grinding which in old time the people were accustomed to, which was to put their parched corn into a mortar, and to beatrice it unto powder.
Lev. 13.46. Numb. 5.1, 2, 3, 4. Exod. 12.48. Lev. 22.3, 4, 5, 6, 7. As oft, said One, as I have been among wicked men, I return home less a man then I was before. The Docrenean well will quench a burning torch; so will bad company the most burning and most shining Christians, as you see in Joseph and Peter. Psal. 106.35. when they were mingled among the Heathen, they quickly learn, their works. Psa. 119.115.
Lev. 13.46. Numb. 5.1, 2, 3, 4. Exod 12.48. Lev. 22.3, 4, 5, 6, 7. As oft, said One, as I have been among wicked men, I return home less a man then I was before. The Docrenean well will quench a burning torch; so will bad company the most burning and most shining Christians, as you see in Joseph and Peter. Psalm 106.35. when they were mingled among the Heathen, they quickly Learn, their works. Psa. 119.115.
Solon made a Law, that the Son should not be bound to relieve his Father when he was old, unless he had set him in his youth to some calling. Plutarch in the life of •olon.
Solon made a Law, that the Son should not be bound to relieve his Father when he was old, unless he had Set him in his youth to Some calling. Plutarch in the life of •olon.
The Greek word NONLATINALPHABET is very significant, for it denotes such a perturbation of the mind, that he who is affected therewith, seeks up and down wher• he may hide himself for shame.
The Greek word is very significant, for it denotes such a perturbation of the mind, that he who is affected therewith, seeks up and down wher• he may hide himself for shame.
Quintinus the Libertine was a great scoffer and scorner of the Saints; he called the Apostle Paul a broken vessel; John a foolish youth, Peter a denyer of God; and Matthew an usurer, &c. Calvin.
Quintinus the Libertine was a great scoffer and scorner of the Saints; he called the Apostle Paul a broken vessel; John a foolish youth, Peter a Denier of God; and Matthew an usurer, etc. calvin.
It was wont to be a tryal whither land belonged to England or Ireland, by putting in Toads or Snakes, &c. into it; if they lived there, it was concluded that the land belonged to England; if they died, to Ireland.
It was wont to be a trial whither land belonged to England or Ireland, by putting in Toads or Snakes, etc. into it; if they lived there, it was concluded that the land belonged to England; if they died, to Ireland.
Exod. 23.32. Chap. 34.12. If you would see the greatness and dangerousness of this sin, then read Ezra 10. & 1 Kings 11. with Exo. 34.14, 15, 16. Judg. 3.6, 7, 8. When Dionysius the elder Tyrant of Syracusa asked Aristides a Locrian his good will to marry his daughter; I had rather see my daughter dead (said he) then married unto a Tyrant. Plutarch in the life of Timoleon. The Application is easie.
Exod 23.32. Chap. 34.12. If you would see the greatness and dangerousness of this since, then read Ezra 10. & 1 Kings 11. with Exo. 34.14, 15, 16. Judges 3.6, 7, 8. When Dionysius the elder Tyrant of Syracuse asked Aristides a Locrian his good will to marry his daughter; I had rather see my daughter dead (said he) then married unto a Tyrant. Plutarch in the life of Timoleon. The Application is easy.
Matth 11.23. Ch. 23.15.33. The Hebrew word Sh•ol hath several significations; Sometimes it signifies the grave, sometimes it signifies extraordinary great anguishes and distresses; and sometimes it signifies hell or the place of the damned, as here, and as in Job 11.8. & Prov. 15. 1•.
Matthew 11.23. Christ 23.15.33. The Hebrew word Sh•ol hath several significations; Sometime it signifies the grave, sometime it signifies extraordinary great Anguishes and Distresses; and sometime it signifies hell or the place of the damned, as Here, and as in Job 11.8. & Curae 15. 1•.
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A few names, that is, a few persons, •cts 1.15. who are all known to Christ by name; as he said to Moses, I know thee by name, Ex. 33 12, 17. by these Scriptures it is evident that few shall be saved, Jer. 5.1. Ezek. 22.30. Ch. 9.4, 6, 7. Mich. 1.13. Luke 23. Rom. 9.21. Matth. 22.14. 1 Cor. 1.20.
A few names, that is, a few Persons, •cts 1.15. who Are all known to christ by name; as he said to Moses, I know thee by name, Ex. 33 12, 17. by these Scriptures it is evident that few shall be saved, Jer. 5.1. Ezekiel 22.30. Christ 9.4, 6, 7. Mich. 1.13. Luke 23. Rom. 9.21. Matthew 22.14. 1 Cor. 1.20.
Mat. 26.68. Ch. 27 29, 31. Luke 22 63. Chap. 23.11. Mark 15 31. Yea, the Philosophers called Christ a Magician, and affirmed that he did all by Necromancy. Calv. Jnst. Advers. Libert. c. 9.
Mathew 26.68. Christ 27 29, 31. Luke 22 63. Chap. 23.11. Mark 15 31. Yea, the Philosophers called christ a Magician, and affirmed that he did all by Necromancy. Calvin Jnst. Adverse. Liberty. c. 9.
Matth. 25.3.11, 12. As Aristides, so Socrates, Plato, Titus Vespatian, Tully, with multitudes of others amongst the Lacedemonians, Grecians, Romans, &c.
Matthew 25.3.11, 12. As Aristides, so Socrates, Plato, Titus Vespasian, Tully, with Multitudes of Others among the Lacedaemonians, Greeks, Roman, etc.
1 Pet. 2.15. Jude 11. Callenuceus tells us of a Noble man of Naples, that was wont prophanely to say that he had two souls in his body, one for God, and another for whosoever would buy it.
1 Pet. 2.15. U^de 11. Callenuceus tells us of a Noble man of Naples, that was wont profanely to say that he had two Souls in his body, one for God, and Another for whosoever would buy it.
Newters are Traytors; they betray Christ for the worlds sake, and the world for Christs sake; and themselves for sin and Satans sake; And who will not refuse and scorn traytors?
Newters Are Traitors; they betray christ for the world's sake, and the world for Christ sake; and themselves for since and Satan sake; And who will not refuse and scorn Traitors?
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Hypocritis nihil est crudelius, impatientius, & vindictae cupidius. Luther. There is not a more cruel creature, more impatient and vindictive then an hypocrite; said he that had the experience of it in his own person.
hypocrites nihil est crudelius, impatientius, & vindictae cupidius. Luther. There is not a more cruel creature, more impatient and vindictive then an hypocrite; said he that had the experience of it in his own person.
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Augustine trembled when he considered the extraordinary gifts and parts that were in his base child, to think what God meant in infusing so precious a soul, and in giving such rare gifts to such an impure creature.
Augustine trembled when he considered the extraordinary Gifts and parts that were in his base child, to think what God meant in infusing so precious a soul, and in giving such rare Gifts to such an impure creature.
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A Metaphor from runners in a race, who strain and stretch out themselves to the utmost, that they may take hold on the mark or prize that is set before them.
A Metaphor from runners in a raze, who strain and stretch out themselves to the utmost, that they may take hold on the mark or prize that is Set before them.
Ge. 27.19, 20. So Austin confesseth that his Mother Monica by sipping and supping when she filled the cup to others, came at last to take a cup of Nimis sometimes. Plutarch.
Ge. 27.19, 20. So Austin Confesses that his Mother Monica by sipping and supping when she filled the cup to Others, Come At last to take a cup of Nimis sometime. Plutarch.
After the return of the Jews out of Babylon, they so hated & abhorred Idols, that in the time of the Romans they chose rather to die, then to suffer the Eagle which was the Imperial Arms to be set up in their Temple.
After the return of the jews out of Babylon, they so hated & abhorred Idols, that in the time of the Roman they chosen rather to die, then to suffer the Eagl which was the Imperial Arms to be Set up in their Temple.
The common shekel is about 20. pence, so then 400. shekels amount to 33. pound, six shillings and eight pence, after five shillings sterling the ounce. — And in this purchase is prophetically shewed that Abrahams posterity should have the inheritance of that land. As Jeremiahs buying of his Uncles field, was a sign of the Jews return, and of their pollicie there again to buy and sell.
The Common shekel is about 20. pence, so then 400. shekels amount to 33. pound, six shillings and eight pence, After five shillings sterling the ounce. — And in this purchase is prophetically showed that Abrahams posterity should have the inheritance of that land. As Jeremiah's buying of his Uncles field, was a Signen of the jews return, and of their policy there again to buy and fell.
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It is a true saying in natural Philosophie, that it is (Naturalissimum opus viventis generare sibi simile) the most natural act or work of every living thing to produce another like unto it self.
It is a true saying in natural Philosophy, that it is (Naturalissimum opus viventis generare sibi simile) the most natural act or work of every living thing to produce Another like unto it self.
Gratiam super gratiam, say some; Gratiam gratiae accumalatam, say others. Certainly Christ is a seminary of graces. He is clara Epitome virtutum, An exact Epitome of graces.
Gratiam super gratiam, say Some; Gratiam Gratiae accumalatam, say Others. Certainly christ is a seminary of graces. He is claram Epitome Virtues, an exact Epitome of graces.
These several Titles, Law, Statutes, Testimony, Commandments, Iudgements, are used promiscuously for the whole word of God, commonly distinguished into Law and Gospel.
These several Titles, Law, Statutes, Testimony, commandments, Judgments, Are used promiscuously for the Whole word of God, commonly distinguished into Law and Gospel.
In great Fairs and Markets, the Pedlar and the Ballad-singer who sell toyes and trifles, have most Children and fools hanging upon them; but they that are wise and prudent attend those shops where there is best & richest commodities, you know how to apply it.
In great Fairs and Markets, the Pedlar and the Ballad-singer who fell toys and trifles, have most Children and Fools hanging upon them; but they that Are wise and prudent attend those shops where there is best & Richest commodities, you know how to apply it.
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Psalm 119.6, 128. Acts 24.16. Heb. 13.18. As the wise Philosopher delights in all Aristotle, and the prudent Physitian in all Galen, and the grave Orator in all Tullie, and the understanding Lawyer in all Justinian; so a holy man delights in all the Bible. The Jewish Rabbines were wont to say, That upon every letter of the Law, there hangs mountains of profitable matter. Gen. 12. and •hap. 22.
Psalm 119.6, 128. Acts 24.16. Hebrew 13.18. As the wise Philosopher delights in all Aristotle, and the prudent physician in all Galen, and the grave Orator in all Tullie, and the understanding Lawyer in all Justinian; so a holy man delights in all the bible. The Jewish Rabbis were wont to say, That upon every Letter of the Law, there hangs Mountains of profitable matter. Gen. 12. and •hap. 22.
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Acts 26.16, 17, 18. If a Minister had as many eyes as Argus to watch, as many heads as Typheus to dispose, and as many hands as Briareus to labour, he might find employment enough for them all, in the faithful discharge of his Ministerial function.
Acts 26.16, 17, 18. If a Minister had as many eyes as Argus to watch, as many Heads as Typhoeus to dispose, and as many hands as Briareus to labour, he might find employment enough for them all, in the faithful discharge of his Ministerial function.
Antimachus the famous Poet held on in his exercise, when all his hearers had left him but Plato: saying (Plato est mihi pro omnibus) Plato is to me instead of all. So a holy Minister, when he is deserted by some, and cast off by others, yet he will hold on in his work.
Antimachus the famous Poet held on in his exercise, when all his hearers had left him but Plato: saying (Plato est mihi Pro omnibus) Plato is to me instead of all. So a holy Minister, when he is deserted by Some, and cast off by Others, yet he will hold on in his work.
At a festival time, when Bernard had preached very eloquently, and the people much admired and applauded him, he was much sadded; the next day he preached a plain and powerfull Sermon without any Rhetorical dresses, at which many curious itching ears were unsatisfied, but himself and his meaner capacitated Auditors were much pleased and delighted; and being asked the reason of it, he returned this answer, Heri Bernardum, hodie Jesum Christum: yesterday I preached Bernard, but to day Jesus Christ.
At a festival time, when Bernard had preached very eloquently, and the people much admired and applauded him, he was much sadded; the next day he preached a plain and powerful Sermon without any Rhetorical Dresses, At which many curious itching ears were unsatisfied, but himself and his meaner capacitated Auditors were much pleased and delighted; and being asked the reason of it, he returned this answer, Heri Bernardum, hodie Jesus Christ: yesterday I preached Bernard, but to day jesus christ.
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Prior est Autoritas imperantis quam utilitas servientis. Tertul. The chief reason of obedience, is the Authority of the Lord, not the utility of the servant.
Prior est Autoritas imperantis quam utilitas servientis. Tertulian The chief reason of Obedience, is the authority of the Lord, not the utility of the servant.
In this Scripture he speaks plainly of the Renovation of that knowledge, holiness, and righteousness that Adam somtimes had, but lost it by his fall. Psal. 8.4, 5, 6. Gen. 2.20.
In this Scripture he speaks plainly of the Renovation of that knowledge, holiness, and righteousness that Adam sometimes had, but lost it by his fallen. Psalm 8.4, 5, 6. Gen. 2.20.
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So holy Eliakim was a throne of glory to his fathers house. Isa. 22.23. The Hebrew is, A woman of of strength, or a valiant woman; that is, a woman that is made strong and valiant by grace, by holiness, to withstand sin, to conquer temptation, and to triumph in affliction, &c.
So holy Eliakim was a throne of glory to his Father's house. Isaiah 22.23. The Hebrew is, A woman of of strength, or a valiant woman; that is, a woman that is made strong and valiant by grace, by holiness, to withstand since, to conquer temptation, and to triumph in affliction, etc.
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Some Antiquaries say, that the Primitive Church had her publick Tables, where•n the names of the persons that were most noted for piety and holiness were recorded.
some Antiquaries say, that the Primitive Church had her public Tables, where•n the names of the Persons that were most noted for piety and holiness were recorded.
If among the rabb••, if among the noble, if among the rich, if among the fearned, a man could have been found that loved holiness, that was stout for righteousness, and that practised uprightness, God would have spared Jerusalem.
If among the rabb••, if among the noble, if among the rich, if among the fearned, a man could have been found that loved holiness, that was stout for righteousness, and that practised uprightness, God would have spared Jerusalem.
Exod. 15.11. Plato called God the horn of plenty, and the ocean of beauty, without the least spot of injustice. God is ipsa essentialis pulchritudo, beauty it self, the very essential Idea, and pure Sampler of all beauties.
Exod 15.11. Plato called God the horn of plenty, and the Ocean of beauty, without the least spot of injustice. God is ipsa essentialis pulchritudo, beauty it self, the very essential Idea, and pure Sampler of all beauty's.
Nugas the Scythian King despised the rich presents and ornaments that were sent unto him by the Emperour of Constantinople, because they could not ward off sorow, sickness, diseases, death.
Nugas the Scythian King despised the rich presents and Ornament that were sent unto him by the Emperor of Constantinople, Because they could not ward off sorrow, sickness, diseases, death.
Death is not mors hominis, but mors peccati, not the death of the man, but the death of his sin. Phil. 1.23. 2 Cor. 5.12.4.7, 8. Death is a Christians Quietus est, it is his discharge from all trouble and misery.
Death is not mors hominis, but mors peccati, not the death of the man, but the death of his since. Philip 1.23. 2 Cor. 5.12.4.7, 8. Death is a Christians Quietus est, it is his discharge from all trouble and misery.
Death is but an entrance into life. Miseri infideles mortem appellant, fideles vero quid nísi pascham? Bernard. Miserable •nbelievers call it death, but to faithfull believers, what is it but a Passeover, but a Jubilee?
Death is but an Entrance into life. Miseri infideles mortem appellant, fideles vero quid nísi pascham? Bernard. Miserable •nbelievers call it death, but to faithful believers, what is it but a Passover, but a Jubilee?
Job 19.25. NONLATINALPHABET, signifies boldness of face, a lifting up of the face & countenance in the sight or face of many beholders. It signifies a freedom and liberty of speech.
Job 19.25., signifies boldness of face, a lifting up of the face & countenance in the sighed or face of many beholders. It signifies a freedom and liberty of speech.
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Verse 3 doubtless relates to Jeroboams and the ten Tribes first revolt from the house of David, and from the house of God, and from all his Ordinances; and this was a very wicked and unholy time, as is evident in several Scriptures.
Verse 3 doubtless relates to Jeroboams and the ten Tribes First revolt from the house of David, and from the house of God, and from all his Ordinances; and this was a very wicked and unholy time, as is evident in several Scriptures.
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Psalm 78. Psalm 81.12. That which was wont to be said of Asrick, that it was ever a producing some new monster or other, may be said of the Age, yea, of the land wherein we live. 2 Thess. 1.8, 9. Amos 8, 11, 12.
Psalm 78. Psalm 81.12. That which was wont to be said of Asrick, that it was ever a producing Some new monster or other, may be said of the Age, yea, of the land wherein we live. 2 Thess 1.8, 9. Amos 8, 11, 12.
Gold being the most precious mettal, you lay it over those things that are most precious to you; so doth God lay holiness over all those things that are most precious to him.
Gold being the most precious metal, you lay it over those things that Are most precious to you; so does God lay holiness over all those things that Are most precious to him.
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All Angels in respect of their nature are alike, but what the particular differences are between Angels, Archangels, principalities and powers, and what their distinct offices are, I confess (with Austin ) I understand not, neither is it my duty to know, nor my danger to be ignorant of these things, &c.
All Angels in respect of their nature Are alike, but what the particular differences Are between Angels, Archangels, principalities and Powers, and what their distinct Offices Are, I confess (with Austin) I understand not, neither is it my duty to know, nor my danger to be ignorant of these things, etc.
Ezek. 18.21.31. and chap. 20.43. He that had the spot of Leprosie in any one part of his body, was accounted a Leper, although all the rest of his body were sound and whole, Levit. 13. So he that hath but one spot, one sin which he doth not endeavour to wash out in the blood of Christ, and in the tears of true repentance, he is a Leper in the account of God. It was an excellent saying of Luther, Optima & aptissima poenitentia est nova vita.
Ezekiel 18.21.31. and chap. 20.43. He that had the spot of Leprosy in any one part of his body, was accounted a Leper, although all the rest of his body were found and Whole, Levit. 13. So he that hath but one spot, one since which he does not endeavour to wash out in the blood of christ, and in the tears of true Repentance, he is a Leper in the account of God. It was an excellent saying of Luther, Optima & aptissima Penitence est nova vita.
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It is reported that God should say to a man who desired to repent in his old age, Ʋbi consumpsisti farinam, ibi consume furfurem: Where you have spent your flour, there go spend your bran, &c.
It is reported that God should say to a man who desired to Repent in his old age, Ʋbi consumpsisti Farinam, There consume Furfurem: Where you have spent your flour, there go spend your bran, etc.
What madness and folly is it for a man that hath many young, strong, stout horses, and a long journey to go, to let these pass by, and to lay his carriage, and get up himself upon an old feeble jade, that can hardly bear himself! The application is easie. Mal. 1.13, 14.
What madness and folly is it for a man that hath many young, strong, stout Horses, and a long journey to go, to let these pass by, and to lay his carriage, and get up himself upon an old feeble jade, that can hardly bear himself! The application is easy. Malachi 1.13, 14.
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The Hebrew word Dachah signifies to throw down, to drive on forwards till a man falls into destruction; none drive so furiously to the ruine and destruction of souls as flatterers do.
The Hebrew word Dachah signifies to throw down, to drive on forward till a man falls into destruction; none drive so furiously to the ruin and destruction of Souls as Flatterers do.
Gal. 6.1. NONLATINALPHABET. Set him in joynt again again; 'tis a Metaphor from Chyrurgions and Bone-setters, who handle their patients gently and tenderly.
Gal. 6.1.. Set him in joint again again; it's a Metaphor from Chirurgeons and Bone-setters, who handle their patients gently and tenderly.
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Witness the sufferings of the Patriarchs, Prophets, Apostles & Saints in all ages. Act. 7.52. Rev. 12.13. Act. 9.16. Lam. 5.5. The common cry of persecutors have bin, Christianos ad Leones.
Witness the sufferings of the Patriarchs, prophets, Apostles & Saints in all ages. Act. 7.52. Rev. 12.13. Act. 9.16. Lam. 5.5. The Common cry of persecutors have been, Christians ad Leones.
The Hebrew word NONLATINALPHABET signifies a dry bush, a bramble bush, and therefore it was the more strange and miraculous, that it was not consumed. Deut. 4.24. Heb. 12.29.
The Hebrew word signifies a dry bush, a bramble bush, and Therefore it was the more strange and miraculous, that it was not consumed. Deuteronomy 4.24. Hebrew 12.29.
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As David laid a charge upon his souldiers, 2 Sam. 18.5. That by no means they should hurt his son Absolom; so God laid a prohibition upon the enemies and persecutors of his people, that they should not touch them, that they should not in in the least hurt or harm them.
As David laid a charge upon his Soldiers, 2 Sam. 18.5. That by no means they should hurt his son Absalom; so God laid a prohibition upon the enemies and persecutors of his people, that they should not touch them, that they should not in in the least hurt or harm them.
Both good and evil Angels are at Gods beck ready to execute vengeance upon his and his peoples enemies and persecutors; and therefore the Text may be understood of both.
Both good and evil Angels Are At God's beck ready to execute vengeance upon his and his peoples enemies and persecutors; and Therefore the Text may be understood of both.
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Blood hath as many tongues as drops to cry for vengeance; which made King James say, that if God did leave him to kill a man, he would think God did not love him. 1 Cor. 6. ult. 1 Pet. 1.18, 19.
Blood hath as many tongues as drops to cry for vengeance; which made King James say, that if God did leave him to kill a man, he would think God did not love him. 1 Cor. 6. ult. 1 Pet. 1.18, 19.
All these circumstances doe wonderfully declare the power of God in his deliverance. Some say he had 16. others say he had 20 Souldiers for his Guard; the greater was his deliverance.
All these Circumstances do wonderfully declare the power of God in his deliverance. some say he had 16. Others say he had 20 Soldiers for his Guard; the greater was his deliverance.
After the Reigne of Decius, under whom the seventh persecution began; God sent a plague Ten years together, which made divers places of the world desolate, especially where the persecution most raged, &c.
After the Reign of Decius, under whom the seventh persecution began; God sent a plague Ten Years together, which made diverse places of the world desolate, especially where the persecution most raged, etc.
Acts 12.21, 22, 23. Joseph: Antiq: lib. 18. ch. 13. Thales Milesius the prime wise man of Greece, being demanded what he had observed to be of most difficulty in the world; Answered Tyrannum senem, To see a Tyrant live to be an old man.
Acts 12.21, 22, 23. Joseph: Antique: lib. 18. changed. 13. Thales Milesius the prime wise man of Greece, being demanded what he had observed to be of most difficulty in the world; Answered Tyrannum senem, To see a Tyrant live to be an old man.
NONLATINALPHABET Damim bloods in the plural; it notes the killings and murderings of Gods afflicted ones. Gen. 4.10. 1 Kings 9.26. 2 Chron. 24. Chap. 22.
Danmim bloods in the plural; it notes the killings and murderings of God's afflicted ones. Gen. 4.10. 1 Kings 9.26. 2 Chronicles 24. Chap. 22.
Cyprian speaking of the Christians & Martyrs in his time, saith, Occidi poterant sed vinci non poterant. They may kill them ▪ but they cannot overcome them.
Cyprian speaking of the Christians & Martyrs in his time, Says, Occidi poterant sed Vinci non poterant. They may kill them ▪ but they cannot overcome them.
In persecuting times the Saints have been but as one man; which made their very persecutors to say (Ecce ut invicem se diligunt!) see how these Christians love one another, see how they knit and close together! Eusebius in Hist. Psalm 83.3. to verse 9. 2 Chron. 20.1, 4, 12.
In persecuting times the Saints have been but as one man; which made their very persecutors to say (Ecce ut invicem se Love!) see how these Christians love one Another, see how they knit and close together! Eusebius in Hist. Psalm 83.3. to verse 9. 2 Chronicles 20.1, 4, 12.
Si veritas est causa discordiae, mori possum, tacere non possum: If truth be the cause of our discord, I may dye, but I may not be silent, said Jerom to Helvidius.
Si veritas est causa discordiae, Mori possum, tacere non possum: If truth be the cause of our discord, I may die, but I may not be silent, said Jerome to Helvidius.
Acts 7.55, 56. Chap. 16.25. Oh how my heart leapeth for joy (said Mr. Philpot ) that I am so near the apprehension of eternal life! Eph. 3.1. Chap. 4.1. 2 Tim. 1.8. Phil. 1.9.23.
Acts 7.55, 56. Chap. 16.25. O how my heart leapeth for joy (said Mr. Philpot) that I am so near the apprehension of Eternal life! Ephesians 3.1. Chap. 4.1. 2 Tim. 1.8. Philip 1.9.23.
Col. 4.10. Rom. 16.7. Paul rattles his chaine which he bears for the Gospels sake, and was as proud of it, as a woman of her ornaments, saith Chrysostom.
Col. 4.10. Rom. 16.7. Paul rattles his chain which he bears for the Gospels sake, and was as proud of it, as a woman of her Ornament, Says Chrysostom.
Acts and Mon. fol. 857. And Master Glover the Martyr wept for joy of his imprisonment. William Hunters Mother (that suffered under Bonner ) told him that she was glad that ever she was so happy, as to beare such a childe as could finde in his heart to die for Christs sake.
Acts and Mon. fol. 857. And Master Glover the Martyr wept for joy of his imprisonment. William Hunters Mother (that suffered under Bonner) told him that she was glad that ever she was so happy, as to bear such a child as could find in his heart to die for Christ sake.
Luther. Fire, sword, death, prison, famine, are all pleasures, they are all delightfull to me, saith Basil. Modestus Lieutenant to Julian the Emperour, told him, that when the Christians suffered they did but deride them, and the torments (said he) with which Christians are tormented, are more terrible to the tormentors, then they are to the tormented.
Luther. Fire, sword, death, prison, famine, Are all pleasures, they Are all delightful to me, Says Basil. Modestus Lieutenant to Julian the Emperor, told him, that when the Christians suffered they did but deride them, and the torments (said he) with which Christians Are tormented, Are more terrible to the tormentors, then they Are to the tormented.
In the primitive times, when some good people came to comfort some of the Martyrs that were in prison, and ready to suffer, they called them blessed Martyrs; O no, said they, we are not worthy of the name of Martyrs. These holy humble hearts thought Martyrdom too high an honour for them.
In the primitive times, when Some good people Come to Comfort Some of the Martyrs that were in prison, and ready to suffer, they called them blessed Martyrs; Oh no, said they, we Are not worthy of the name of Martyrs. These holy humble hearts Thought Martyrdom too high an honour for them.
And another cruelty that they practised in the primitive times was this, They would make Fathers to kindle the Faggots to burne their own children, &c.
And Another cruelty that they practised in the primitive times was this, They would make Father's to kindle the Faggots to burn their own children, etc.
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1 Kin. 18.4.13. The Learned judge that there were several others in Israel that kept other Prophets of the Lord from Jezabels fury besides those that Obadiah hid. Three years before Titus Vespasian besieged Jerusalem, there was a voice frequently heard, go up to Pella, go up to Pella, which very many of the Jews did and were saved.
1 Kin. 18.4.13. The Learned judge that there were several Others in Israel that kept other prophets of the Lord from Jezebel's fury beside those that Obadiah hid. Three Years before Titus Vespasian besieged Jerusalem, there was a voice frequently herd, go up to Pella, go up to Pella, which very many of the jews did and were saved.
The glutton and the drunkard were to be stoned to death. Deut. 21.20, 21. Basil calls drunkenness a self chosen devil. When Aechines commended Philip King of Macedon for a jovial man that would drink freely, Demosthenes being by, told him that was a good quality in a Spunge, but not in a Prince.
The glutton and the drunkard were to be stoned to death. Deuteronomy 21.20, 21. Basil calls Drunkenness a self chosen Devil. When Aechines commended Philip King of Macedon for a jovial man that would drink freely, Demosthenes being by, told him that was a good quality in a Sponge, but not in a Prince.
1 Kings. 17.10. — 17. Mr. Fox in his Act. and Mon. pag. 1874. edit. ult. Speaks of a poor woman, who being threatned that she should have but a little bread one day, and a little water on the next, replyed, If you take away my meat, I hope God will take away my hunger, and then 'twill be all one as if I had meat.
1 Kings. 17.10. — 17. Mr. Fox in his Act. and Mon. page. 1874. edit. ult. Speaks of a poor woman, who being threatened that she should have but a little bred one day, and a little water on the next, replied, If you take away my meat, I hope God will take away my hunger, and then it'll be all one as if I had meat.
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Bread & water with the Gospel is good chear, said holy Greenham. He is rich enough that lacketh not bread, and high enough that is not forced to serve. Jerom.
Bred & water with the Gospel is good cheer, said holy Greenham. He is rich enough that lacketh not bred, and high enough that is not forced to serve. Jerome
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Mercury could not kill Argus till he had cast him into asleep, and with an inchanted rod closed his eyes; so the Devill can never hurt the soul, nor kill the soul, till he has cast the sinner into a deep sleep of carnall security.
Mercury could not kill Argus till he had cast him into asleep, and with an enchanted rod closed his eyes; so the devil can never hurt the soul, nor kill the soul, till he has cast the sinner into a deep sleep of carnal security.
Luke 12.48. It was excellent counsell that the Heathen Oratour gave his hearers; Ita vi vamus ut •ationem nobis reddendam arbitremur; Let us so live as those that must give an account of all at last.
Luke 12.48. It was excellent counsel that the Heathen Orator gave his hearers; Ita vi vamus ut •ationem nobis reddendam arbitremur; Let us so live as those that must give an account of all At last.
Tophet is the name of a place in the valley, lying on the South side of Jerusalem. Josh. 18.16. Now in this vale stood Tophet, wherein the Idolatrous Jews used to burne their children in sacrifice to the Idol Moloc, and it had that name from the Drums or Tabrets that their Idolatrous Priests used to beat upon at the time of their detestable services, to drowne the hideous shrieks and lamentable cryes of the poore sacrificed children.
Tophet is the name of a place in the valley, lying on the South side of Jerusalem. Josh. 18.16. Now in this vale stood Tophet, wherein the Idolatrous jews used to burn their children in sacrifice to the Idol Moloch, and it had that name from the Drums or Tabrets that their Idolatrous Priests used to beatrice upon At the time of their detestable services, to drown the hideous shrieks and lamentable cries of the poor sacrificed children.
As the poore people on the Northerne borders, when to suppress their Theeveries, some prest upon them the eighth Commandement; they to excuse themselves replied, that that Commandement was none of Gods making, but thrust into the Decalogue by King Henry the eighth.
As the poor people on the Northern borders, when to suppress their Thieveries, Some pressed upon them the eighth Commandment; they to excuse themselves replied, that that Commandment was none of God's making, but thrust into the Decalogue by King Henry the eighth.
Bias one of the seven wise men, told Amasis King of Egypt, that the Tongue was the best or worst member of the body. Tota vita homines linguae delictis est referta; The whole life of man is made up of the sins of the tongue, Basil.
Bias one of the seven wise men, told Amasis King of Egypt, that the Tongue was the best or worst member of the body. Tota vita homines linguae delictis est referta; The Whole life of man is made up of the Sins of the tongue, Basil.
Mat. 12.34. That man has commonly most of the devil in his heart, that has most of the devil in his mouth. The strokes in Musick answer to the notes that are pricked in the Rules.
Mathew 12.34. That man has commonly most of the Devil in his heart, that has most of the Devil in his Mouth. The Strokes in Music answer to the notes that Are pricked in the Rules.
The Persians manner was to kneel down and reverence their Kings, and such as he appointed in chief authority, which Mordecai would not do to this proud ambitious, wicked Haman, though all the Courtiers and the Kings Life-Guard, and all that had occasions to attend the Court did.
The Persians manner was to kneel down and Reverence their Kings, and such as he appointed in chief Authority, which Mordecai would not do to this proud ambitious, wicked Haman, though all the Courtiers and the Kings Life-Guard, and all that had occasions to attend the Court did.
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The Antipathies that are in nature between the Elephant and the Boar, the Lyon and the Cock, &c. is nothing to that which is between the just and the unjust.
The Antipathies that Are in nature between the Elephant and the Boar, the lion and the Cock, etc. is nothing to that which is between the just and the unjust.
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2 Kings 5.1, One flaw in a Dyamond takes away the lustre and the price of it; and if we fall but once into a puddle, it will defile us, and make every one point at us.
2 Kings 5.1, One flaw in a Diamond Takes away the lustre and the price of it; and if we fallen but once into a puddle, it will defile us, and make every one point At us.
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What had it avail'd Peter to have escaped the first and second watch, if he had stuck at the Iron Gate, and had not passed through that also? Finu coronat opus.
What had it availed Peter to have escaped the First and second watch, if he had stuck At the Iron Gate, and had not passed through that also? Finu Coronat opus.
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The Scriptures are sufficient to direct us as to all the parts of worship. As 1. That of publick prayer. 2. And that of reading & expounding. 3. And that of preaching, 4. And that of singing. 5. And that of the Seales both of Baptisme and the Supper of the Lord.
The Scriptures Are sufficient to Direct us as to all the parts of worship. As 1. That of public prayer. 2. And that of reading & expounding. 3. And that of preaching, 4. And that of singing. 5. And that of the Seals both of Baptism and the Supper of the Lord.
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Bernard in Cant. crys out, I would not upon the sudden attaine to my highest pitch, but grow towards it by little and little. 2 Pet. 1.5. — 13. Rom. 1.17. Psal. 84.7. Mushromes grow up to perfection in one night.
Bernard in Cant cries out, I would not upon the sudden attain to my highest pitch, but grow towards it by little and little. 2 Pet. 1.5. — 13. Rom. 1.17. Psalm 84.7. Mushrooms grow up to perfection in one night.
My Lord Paulet kept both great favor and places under Henry the eighth a Papist, and under King Edward the sixth a Protestant, and under Queen Mary a Papist, and under Queen Elizabeth a Protestant, & being ask'd how he could do so, he answered that he always imitated the willow and not the oak.
My Lord Paulet kept both great favour and places under Henry the eighth a Papist, and under King Edward the sixth a Protestant, and under Queen Marry a Papist, and under Queen Elizabeth a Protestant, & being asked how he could do so, he answered that he always imitated the willow and not the oak.
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Me chaiil el chaiil NONLATINALPHABET properly signifies vigor, courage, alacrity, power, success, and an Army wherein usually most power is required and manifested.
Me chaiil el chaiil properly signifies vigor, courage, alacrity, power, success, and an Army wherein usually most power is required and manifested.
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Though injuries should be writ in the dust, yet spiritual mercies should be writ on Marble, that our hearts may be the better provok't to thankfulness for them.
Though injuries should be writ in the dust, yet spiritual Mercies should be writ on Marble, that our hearts may be the better provoked to thankfulness for them.
NONLATINALPHABET was overful, redundant, or hath abounded to flowing over, as the sea doth overflow the banks many times, and drown the lower grounds that are nearest to it.
was overful, redundant, or hath abounded to flowing over, as the sea does overflow the banks many times, and drown the lower grounds that Are nearest to it.
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'Tis the General opinion of the learned that this book of the Revelation was penned about the latter end of the Reigne of Domitian the Emperour, which was about sixty years after Christs Ascension.
It's the General opinion of the learned that this book of the Revelation was penned about the latter end of the Reign of Domitian the Emperor, which was about sixty Years After Christ Ascension.
Generally 'twas the custome of the Eastern countries to wash before worship. The very heathen gods would be served in white, the very emblem of purity.
Generally 'twas the custom of the Eastern countries to wash before worship. The very heathen God's would be served in white, the very emblem of purity.
Mina here translated a pound, is twelve ounces and a halfe, which pound according to five shillings an ounce, is three pound two shillings and six pence starling money. Math. 2.2. Rev. 17.14. and ch. 1.5.
Mina Here translated a pound, is twelve ounces and a half, which pound according to five shillings an ounce, is three pound two shillings and six pence starling money. Math. 2.2. Rev. 17.14. and changed. 1.5.
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Athenodorus a Heathen could say that all men ought to bee careful in the actions of their lives, because God was every where, and beheld all that was done. 1 King. 20.39. Psal. 39.1. Jer. 20.10. Job 10.12.
Athenodorus a Heathen could say that all men ought to be careful in the actions of their lives, Because God was every where, and beheld all that was done. 1 King. 20.39. Psalm 39.1. Jer. 20.10. Job 10.12.
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NONLATINALPHABET, It signifies to rekindle, or revive, when the world, the flesh, and the Devil, go about to put out that Divine Fire that should bee alwaies •••ning in our hearts, wee must do all wee can to foster it, and keep it burning.
, It signifies to rekindle, or revive, when the world, the Flesh, and the devil, go about to put out that Divine Fire that should be always •••ning in our hearts, we must do all we can to foster it, and keep it burning.
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And Constantine that great Emperour, made it his constant practise (as Eusebius reports) to shut up himself daily in a secret place in his Palace where hee went to private Prayer. Cant. 1.11.12,
And Constantine that great Emperor, made it his constant practice (as Eusebius reports) to shut up himself daily in a secret place in his Palace where he went to private Prayer. Cant 1.11.12,
Num. 14.24. NONLATINALPHABET Vajemalle, the Hebrew word, is a Metaphor, taken from a Ship under fail which is strongly carryed with the wind, as if it feared neither rocks nor sands.
Num. 14.24. Vajemalle, the Hebrew word, is a Metaphor, taken from a Ship under fail which is strongly carried with the wind, as if it feared neither Rocks nor sands.
Phil. 4.3. Heb. 11.38. Seneca, though a Heathen, saw so much excellency, that morality put upon a man, that hee cryes out (Ipse aspectus boni viri delectat) the very looks of a good man delights one. Sapiens dei comes est, saith Philo.
Philip 4.3. Hebrew 11.38. Senecca, though a Heathen, saw so much excellency, that morality put upon a man, that he cries out (Ipse Aspect boni viri delectat) the very looks of a good man delights one. Sapiens dei comes est, Says Philo
Psal. 45.1. Jude 3. The very Heathen could say quando sapiens loquitur aulea animi aperit. When a wiseman speaketh, hee openeth the rich treasure and wardrob of his minde.
Psalm 45.1. U^de 3. The very Heathen could say quando sapiens loquitur aulea animi Aperitif. When a Wiseman speaks, he Openeth the rich treasure and wardrobe of his mind.
A little blest is better than a world enjoyed. If thou art a holy man, the God of all mercies, and all the mercies of God, the God of all comforts, and all the comforts of God are thine, and what wouldest thou have more?
A little blessed is better than a world enjoyed. If thou art a holy man, the God of all Mercies, and all the Mercies of God, the God of all comforts, and all the comforts of God Are thine, and what Wouldst thou have more?
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Sealh here is a special note of observation, to work us to a serious marking of the things that are mentioned, as things that are of special weight, and of highest concernment to us.
Sealh Here is a special note of observation, to work us to a serious marking of the things that Are mentioned, as things that Are of special weight, and of highest concernment to us.
God once accepted of a handfull of Meal for a sacrifice, and of a gripe of Goats hair for an oblation. Artaxerxes, the Persian monarch accepted with a cheerful countenance a little water, as a present from the hand of a poor labourer, &c.
God once accepted of a handful of Meal for a sacrifice, and of a gripe of Goats hair for an oblation. Artaxerxes, the Persian monarch accepted with a cheerful countenance a little water, as a present from the hand of a poor labourer, etc.
Read the 77. and the 88. Psalms. And indeed most of the Psalms of David, are a full proof of this Position, as all may see that will but read them with a spiritual eye, and with, and understanding heart.
Read the 77. and the 88. Psalms. And indeed most of the Psalms of David, Are a full proof of this Position, as all may see that will but read them with a spiritual eye, and with, and understanding heart.
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NONLATINALPHABET To rouse you up The Greek word signifies, to awaken, rouse, and raise such as are a sleep. There is a sinful slugishness and drousiness, that often hangs upon the best of men, and therefore they stand in much need of being awakned and roused up, to look after their spiritual and eternal concernments.
To rouse you up The Greek word signifies, to awaken, rouse, and raise such as Are a sleep. There is a sinful sluggishness and drowsiness, that often hangs upon the best of men, and Therefore they stand in much need of being awakened and roused up, to look After their spiritual and Eternal concernments.
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