Family reformation promoted in a sermon on Joshua, chap. 24. ver. 15. and by short catechismes fitted for the three-fold relations in a family of 1. Children and parents, 2. Servants and masters, 3. Husband and wife / by D. Cawdrey ...
THere hath been of late (all know) much talke, but (God knowes) more need of a general Reformation. The foundations of Church & State, are out of course;
THere hath been of late (all know) much talk, but (God knows) more need of a general Reformation. The foundations of Church & State, Are out of course;
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that is himselfe. For a Family, being made up of single persons, in several Relations; Townes or Congregations of many Families, and the whole Nation, of Townes, or Congregations;
that is himself. For a Family, being made up of single Persons, in several Relations; Towns or Congregations of many Families, and the Whole nation, of Towns, or Congregations;
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if single persons were but as they should be, and as in serious thoughts they acknowledge they ought to be, that is Religiously good, the whole body of Church or State, must needs be so.
if single Persons were but as they should be, and as in serious thoughts they acknowledge they ought to be, that is Religiously good, the Whole body of Church or State, must needs be so.
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If Governours of families would but reforme their own Relations, the Church would have little use of her Discipline, and the State lesse of Execution of Justice. If on the other side, Townes or Congregations be loose and profane, the Nation consisting of them, cannot be good or happy:
If Governors of families would but reform their own Relations, the Church would have little use of her Discipline, and the State less of Execution of justice. If on the other side, Towns or Congregations be lose and profane, the nation consisting of them, cannot be good or happy:
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And if single persons, be (and in spight of houshold discipline, will be) vitious, Families consisting of such, must necessarily be bad; and consequently all very bad.
And if single Persons, be (and in spite of household discipline, will be) vicious, Families consisting of such, must necessarily be bad; and consequently all very bad.
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And in their neglect, either the civil Magistrate must reforme, both Church and Families, and single persons, or expect nothing but ruine and destruction of all.
And in their neglect, either the civil Magistrate must reform, both Church and Families, and single Persons, or expect nothing but ruin and destruction of all.
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Now seeing, (as was said) it is not possible, or not very probable for us (Ministers) to perswade every single person, to a serious and through Reformation of himselfe;
Now seeing, (as was said) it is not possible, or not very probable for us (Ministers) to persuade every single person, to a serious and through Reformation of himself;
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For this purpose, I have chosen this text, as a worthy Instance of an Exemplary Resolution, in a great and good Housholder; that renowned Joshua by name:
For this purpose, I have chosen this text, as a worthy Instance of an Exemplary Resolution, in a great and good Householder; that renowned joshua by name:
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Who (leaving others to their choice) for himselfe and family, undertakes to be Religious. Doe you (sayes he) as you please, chuse what Gods you will serve:
Who (leaving Others to their choice) for himself and family, undertakes to be Religious. Do you (Says he) as you please, choose what God's you will serve:
it appears by those places of Scripture where true Religion is commanded, Exod. 23, 25. Ye shall serve the Lord your God. Deut. 10.12. What doth the Lord thy God require of thee? but, to serve him with all thy heart and all thy soul.
it appears by those places of Scripture where true Religion is commanded, Exod 23, 25. You shall serve the Lord your God. Deuteronomy 10.12. What does the Lord thy God require of thee? but, to serve him with all thy heart and all thy soul.
We may better distinguish the Service of God into Imediate which is properly called Worship: in the fi•st Table and Mediate, by men, which is called Righteousnesse in the second Table:
We may better distinguish the Service of God into Immediate which is properly called Worship: in the fi•st Table and Mediate, by men, which is called Righteousness in the second Table:
for though we do not properly worship God by doing the works of righteousnesse, yet are we said to serve God in doing to men the duties of the second Table:
for though we do not properly worship God by doing the works of righteousness, yet Are we said to serve God in doing to men the duties of the second Table:
that is, be religious, and righteous; the one towards God, the other towards men: We shall first confirme it, and then apply it: confirme it. 1. In general;
that is, be religious, and righteous; the one towards God, the other towards men: We shall First confirm it, and then apply it: confirm it. 1. In general;
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And here we have first the commended example of Abraham, the father of the faithful, by God himselfe, Gen. 18.19. I know Abraham, that he will command his children and his houshold after him, and they shall keep the way of the Lord, to do justice and judgement, &c. Which also he practised, Gen. 14.14. where we heare of his trained, or instructed, catechised servants: And Gen. 17.23. being entered into Covenant himselfe, and circumcised;
And Here we have First the commended Exampl of Abraham, the father of the faithful, by God himself, Gen. 18.19. I know Abraham, that he will command his children and his household After him, and they shall keep the Way of the Lord, to do Justice and judgement, etc. Which also he practised, Gen. 14.14. where we hear of his trained, or instructed, catechised Servants: And Gen. 17.23. being entered into Covenant himself, and circumcised;
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This Family Religion, or Reformation, is graciously and couragiously resolved on by David, Psal. 101.2. &c. I will behave my selfe wisely in a perfect way:
This Family Religion, or Reformation, is graciously and courageously resolved on by David, Psalm 101.2. etc. I will behave my self wisely in a perfect Way:
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I will walke within my house, with a perfect heart, &c. And marke his wisdom, both in the constitution, and ordering of his Family, ver. 3. I will set no wicked thing (a thing of Belial, the discription of a wicked person) before mine eyes.
I will walk within my house, with a perfect heart, etc. And mark his Wisdom, both in the constitution, and ordering of his Family, ver. 3. I will Set no wicked thing (a thing of Belial, the description of a wicked person) before mine eyes.
He that worketh deceit, shall not dwell in my house (or if he doe unawares come in) he that telleth lyes, shall not tarry in my sight, ver. 7. Who then shall serve him? he that will serve God with him;
He that works deceit, shall not dwell in my house (or if he do unawares come in) he that Telleth lies, shall not tarry in my sighed, ver. 7. Who then shall serve him? he that will serve God with him;
2.) he shall serve me, Hence it is observable in the New Testament, that as a proper consequence of the Housholders conversion, when any such believed, his Family believed with him. Joh. 4.53. its said of that Nobleman;
2.) he shall serve me, Hence it is observable in the New Testament, that as a proper consequence of the Householders conversion, when any such believed, his Family believed with him. John 4.53. its said of that Nobleman;
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The same person may stand in this threefold Relation, and in all these the Duty lies upon him, to see that all under his charge, do serve the Lord: See the particulars.
The same person may stand in this threefold Relation, and in all these the Duty lies upon him, to see that all under his charge, do serve the Lord: See the particulars.
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1. As an Husband to a Wife: And the Apostle hath instructed him in that, 1 Pet. 3.7. Likewise ye Husbands dwell with them (your wives) according to knowledge, &c. That is, being able and ready to instruct, and guide them, in the service and wayes of God:
1. As an Husband to a Wife: And the Apostle hath instructed him in that, 1 Pet. 3.7. Likewise you Husbands dwell with them (your wives) according to knowledge, etc. That is, being able and ready to instruct, and guide them, in the service and ways of God:
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How else can an Husband say (as Joshua) I and my house will serve the Lord, when one principal party, is at liberty to serve the Devil, without controle.
How Else can an Husband say (as joshua) I and my house will serve the Lord, when one principal party, is At liberty to serve the devil, without control.
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The same is repeated again (to note the excellency and necessity, and common neglect of this duty) Deut. 11.18. with this addition in both places;
The same is repeated again (to note the excellency and necessity, and Common neglect of this duty) Deuteronomy 11.18. with this addition in both places;
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Thou shalt write them upon the dooreposts of thy house, and upon thy gates, to make them know, and remember them the better: So Pro. 22.6. Train up a childe in the way he should goe, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
Thou shalt write them upon the dooreposts of thy house, and upon thy gates, to make them know, and Remember them the better: So Pro 22.6. Train up a child in the Way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
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and turn them out of doores. The Masters of families, Exod. 12.44. were to see that their servants did eat the Passeover; and did sanctifie the Sabbath, Exod. 20. in the fourth Command••ent.
and turn them out of doors. The Masters of families, Exod 12.44. were to see that their Servants did eat the Passover; and did sanctify the Sabbath, Exod 20. in the fourth Command••ent.
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1. Immediate service of God, in the first Table of the law, called specially Worship: and that according to the four Commandments thereof: 1. To know, feare, love, trust, delight in God:
1. Immediate service of God, in the First Table of the law, called specially Worship: and that according to the four commandments thereof: 1. To know, Fear, love, trust, delight in God:
and reverent using of all his Ordinances and Creatures. 4. To sanctifie his Sabbath: These the chief Housholder is to take care of, in all in his Family, as the places aforecited manifest.
and reverend using of all his Ordinances and Creatures. 4. To sanctify his Sabbath: These the chief Householder is to take care of, in all in his Family, as the places aforecited manifest.
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And to be moderate in their desires, contented with their own estate, &c. In doing these things, men are said, by reflexion, and at last result to serve God;
And to be moderate in their Desires, contented with their own estate, etc. In doing these things, men Are said, by reflection, and At last result to serve God;
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as is clearely spoken of servants, Col. 3.24. and Eph. 6.6. Not with eye-service as men-pleasers, but as the servants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart.
as is clearly spoken of Servants, Col. 3.24. and Ephesians 6.6. Not with eye-service as men-pleasers, but as the Servants of christ, doing the will of God from the heart.
and servants, as Moses was to Aaron, Exod. 4.16. And therefore to manage his Authority for God, in promoting his service, in the little World, or Kingdom of his own House. He hath Gods Titles, of Father, and Lord put upon him;
and Servants, as Moses was to Aaron, Exod 4.16. And Therefore to manage his authority for God, in promoting his service, in the little World, or Kingdom of his own House. He hath God's Titles, of Father, and Lord put upon him;
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As was said of Abraham, he will command his Houshold, &c. He is also called the Head of the Family (though chiefly of his wife ) to oversee and guide the body, that little Domestical body.
As was said of Abraham, he will command his Household, etc. He is also called the Head of the Family (though chiefly of his wife) to oversee and guide the body, that little Domestical body.
one a Prophet, another a Priest, another a King: Sometimes two of them met in one person, a Priest & a King, as Melchisedeck; a Prophet and a Priest, as Samuel; a Prophet and a King as David; But they never met all in one person, till Christ the Second Adam was anointed above his fellowes, and recovered that which the first Adam lost.
one a Prophet, Another a Priest, Another a King: Sometime two of them met in one person, a Priest & a King, as Melchisedeck; a Prophet and a Priest, as Samuel; a Prophet and a King as David; But they never met all in one person, till christ the Second Adam was anointed above his Fellows, and recovered that which the First Adam lost.
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And this Oyntment, descended to the skirts of his garments, the meanest of his Members; but especially to Houshlders, as their primitive right, to be in one person, a Prophet, a Priest and a King to his Family; Touch but the particulars.
And this Ointment, descended to the skirts of his garments, the Meanest of his Members; but especially to Houshlders, as their primitive right, to be in one person, a Prophet, a Priest and a King to his Family; Touch but the particulars.
1. A Prophet, to teach and instruct his Houshold, Deut. 6.6. Thou shalt diligently teach them, &c. Eph. 6.6. Every Housholder, is a Preacher to his own family, a Minister in a sense, to read and expound with modesty, the word of God, to Catechise and instruct his wife, children servants.
1. A Prophet, to teach and instruct his Household, Deuteronomy 6.6. Thou shalt diligently teach them, etc. Ephesians 6.6. Every Householder, is a Preacher to his own family, a Minister in a sense, to read and expound with modesty, the word of God, to Catechise and instruct his wife, children Servants.
and Peace-offerings, or Eucharistical Sacrifices, of Praises and Thanksgiving, for them and with them, as for himselfe. 1 Pet. 2.9. Ye are a royal Priest-hood that ye should shew forth the praises of him, who hath called you out of darknesse, into his marvelous light.
and Peace-offerings, or Eucharistical Sacrifices, of Praises and Thanksgiving, for them and with them, as for himself. 1 Pet. 2.9. You Are a royal Priesthood that you should show forth the praises of him, who hath called you out of darkness, into his marvelous Light.
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Abraham will command his Houshold, &c. And the Coercive and correcting power over his family, argues his authority to be King-like. The very Heathens acknowledged this truth by the light of Nature, Eph. 1. last.
Abraham will command his Household, etc. And the Coercive and correcting power over his family, argues his Authority to be Kinglike. The very heathens acknowledged this truth by the Light of Nature, Ephesians 1. last.
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It is spoken with respect to the Wife; but will much more extend to children and servants: There is a kinde of Civil judicature erected in the Family, a power to examine, try, censure, punish, and eject offenders, Gen. 21.10. Cast out the Bondwoman with her sonne.
It is spoken with respect to the Wife; but will much more extend to children and Servants: There is a kind of Civil judicature erected in the Family, a power to examine, try, censure, Punish, and eject offenders, Gen. 21.10. Cast out the Bondwoman with her son.
3. Every chief housholder hath Curam animarum, the charge of the souls of his family (not properly pastoral, but very like it.) He must give an account of the soules, of his Wife, Children, Servants, as well as the Magistrate of the souls of his Subjects, Ezek. 34.10. or the Minister of the soules of his people, Ezek. 2.18. It concerns him therefore very nearely to endeavour to make them Religious, which is the onely way to save their soules.
3. Every chief householder hath Curam animarum, the charge of the Souls of his family (not properly pastoral, but very like it.) He must give an account of the Souls, of his Wife, Children, Servants, as well as the Magistrate of the Souls of his Subject's, Ezekiel 34.10. or the Minister of the Souls of his people, Ezekiel 2.18. It concerns him Therefore very nearly to endeavour to make them Religious, which is the only Way to save their Souls.
Whether it were, because the Congregation did assemble in their houses (having at that time no publick place of meeting) or that in their houses there were enough to make a little Church (as some limite the number at lest to seven) or whether their houses were so ordered for Religion, that they seem•d to be lesser Churches:
Whither it were, Because the Congregation did assemble in their houses (having At that time no public place of meeting) or that in their houses there were enough to make a little Church (as Some limit the number At lest to seven) or whither their houses were so ordered for Religion, that they seem•d to be lesser Churches:
Of that famous Emperours house Constantine, it is reported by Eusebius, that the exercises of Religion were so ordered in it, that it differed little from a Church; There were Prayers morning and evening, reading of the word, Catechising, Singing of Psalmes (all but Sacraments and Preaching ) as in the Church: And to use St. Chrysostomes words, Where there are (in a house) Prayers,
Of that famous emperors house Constantine, it is reported by Eusebius, that the exercises of Religion were so ordered in it, that it differed little from a Church; There were Prayers morning and evening, reading of the word, Catechising, Singing of Psalms (all but Sacraments and Preaching) as in the Church: And to use Saint Chrysostomes words, Where there Are (in a house) Prayers,
Suppose (which experience daily confirmes to be true) The Housholder be a godly, zealous Protestant, his Wife an Independent, the children Anabaptists, some one or more of the servants Papists, &c. How is it possible the Superiour should unite all these into a Church in his house, to serve God,
Suppose (which experience daily confirms to be true) The Householder be a godly, zealous Protestant, his Wife an Independent, the children Anabaptists, Some one or more of the Servants Papists, etc. How is it possible the Superior should unite all these into a Church in his house, to serve God,
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and perhaps goe to serve the Devil, in the Stewes or Taverne. How shall the Housholder joyne with his family, wife, children, servants, in prayers, reading, hearing, Sacraments, & sanctification of the Sabbath by all together, (which is charged upon him in the fourth Commandement) when they not onely detest his way of serving God,
and perhaps go to serve the devil, in the Stews or Tavern. How shall the Householder join with his family, wife, children, Servants, in Prayers, reading, hearing, Sacraments, & sanctification of the Sabbath by all together, (which is charged upon him in the fourth Commandment) when they not only detest his Way of serving God,
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but his prayers, reading, Sabbaths, &c. and perhaps himselfe? different affections commonly arising from differing opinions and judgements: Let the wise consider it.
but his Prayers, reading, Sabbaths, etc. and perhaps himself? different affections commonly arising from differing opinions and Judgments: Let the wise Consider it.
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3. Here's matter of just complaint of many, of most Housholders; who are discovered to be little Religious themselves, by the profanenesse, and loosnesse of their Family; wives, children, servants.
3. Here's matter of just complaint of many, of most Householders; who Are discovered to be little Religious themselves, by the profaneness, and looseness of their Family; wives, children, Servants.
In that place afore cited, Deut. 6.6, 7. its made a sign of a man, that is godly and religious, that hath Gods words in his heart, that he endeavours to make his family such.
In that place afore cited, Deuteronomy 6.6, 7. its made a Signen of a man, that is godly and religious, that hath God's words in his heart, that he endeavours to make his family such.
when the truth is, they are either corrupted, or neglected at home, for want of instruction, or houshold discipline, or good example of the chief and Head of the family.
when the truth is, they Are either corrupted, or neglected At home, for want of instruction, or household discipline, or good Exampl of the chief and Head of the family.
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and in all the Services of God required in the family, to be exercised by the Master of the house ▪ How much ignorance of God and his word in most families? How much loosnesse, profanenesse, wickednesse, in children, servants, wives? Take but the reason of all in a word, it is because there is no care of the service of God, in the family, by the Chief of the family.
and in all the Services of God required in the family, to be exercised by the Master of the house ▪ How much ignorance of God and his word in most families? How much looseness, profaneness, wickedness, in children, Servants, wives? Take but the reason of all in a word, it is Because there is no care of the service of God, in the family, by the Chief of the family.
1. A constant course of Morning & Evening Prayers, is one principle part of the service of God in the family, which is evinced by this one argument (because some deny the necessity of it,
1. A constant course of Morning & Evening Prayers, is one principle part of the service of God in the family, which is evinced by this one argument (Because Some deny the necessity of it,
Because it being God that hath placed men in a Community (setting the solitary in families, Psal. 68.6.) it cannot be justly conceived, he did this meerly for their worldly conveniences;
Because it being God that hath placed men in a Community (setting the solitary in families, Psalm 68.6.) it cannot be justly conceived, he did this merely for their worldly conveniences;
so to worship him joyntly, as well as of every one solitarily and apart, Zach. 12. And as Congregations or publick Assemblies, are appointed purposely for the more solemne worship of God, by all several families:
so to worship him jointly, as well as of every one solitarily and apart, Zach 12. And as Congregations or public Assemblies, Are appointed purposely for the more solemn worship of God, by all several families:
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and they dutiful to him. 3. The Author of all blessings to them all; of health and strength to follow their labours, and of successe and comfort in them;
and they dutiful to him. 3. The Author of all blessings to them all; of health and strength to follow their labours, and of success and Comfort in them;
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if they agree not together to joyne in worship of that their Lord, and in tendering Prayers and Praises, for such things as they expect and receive from him? But now how visible,
if they agree not together to join in worship of that their Lord, and in tendering Prayers and Praises, for such things as they expect and receive from him? But now how visible,
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how common is the neglect of this service of God? How many, or rather how few families are there that keep this course? How many goe to bed like their Swine, and rise again like their Dog, without ever calling upon Gods Name? to give thanks for mercies received,
how Common is the neglect of this service of God? How many, or rather how few families Are there that keep this course? How many go to Bed like their Swine, and rise again like their Dog, without ever calling upon God's Name? to give thanks for Mercies received,
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so by all together in the family: It concerns the Master of the family to see this done, Deut. 11.18. &c. is expressed for this, to make the Scriptures known to their houshold;
so by all together in the family: It concerns the Master of the family to see this done, Deuteronomy 11.18. etc. is expressed for this, to make the Scriptures known to their household;
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But now, how many Families have not one Chapter read from years end, to years end, at least from Sabbath to Sabbath? How shall they understand the word in publick, that are not acquainted with it in private? The Apostle commands, Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdome, teaching and admonishing one another, &c. And it was the commendation of Timothius Parents that he knew he holy Scripturs from a child;
But now, how many Families have not one Chapter read from Years end, to Years end, At least from Sabbath to Sabbath? How shall they understand the word in public, that Are not acquainted with it in private? The Apostle commands, Let the word of christ dwell in you richly in all Wisdom, teaching and admonishing one Another, etc. And it was the commendation of Timothius Parents that he knew he holy Scriptures from a child;
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3. Catechising and instructing of those under their charge, is another Service of God, and the best meanes to work knowledge of God and his service in the hearts of inferiours:
3. Catechising and instructing of those under their charge, is Another Service of God, and the best means to work knowledge of God and his service in the hearts of inferiors:
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Thus did David drop Religion into Solomon, while a childe, Pro. 4.3, 4. and so did his mother Bathsheba, Pro. 31.1, 2. &c. Timothies did the like, 2 Tim. 2. But how is this every where neglected? Few children or servants are taught the Catechisme, the first principles of Religion? Hence the unprofitablenesse under the best publick preaching:
Thus did David drop Religion into Solomon, while a child, Pro 4.3, 4. and so did his mother Bathsheba, Pro 31.1, 2. etc. Timothies did the like, 2 Tim. 2. But how is this every where neglected? Few children or Servants Are taught the Catechism, the First principles of Religion? Hence the unprofitableness under the best public preaching:
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4. Singing of Psalmes is another service of God in the family, as well as in the publick: See Col. 3.16. Teaching and admonishing one another, with Psalmes, and Hymnes, and spiritual Songs, making melody in your hearts to God.
4. Singing of Psalms is Another service of God in the family, as well as in the public: See Col. 3.16. Teaching and admonishing one Another, with Psalms, and Hymns, and spiritual Songs, making melody in your hearts to God.
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Is it any wonder children, servants, be so bad to them, when they are so bad to God? that they do as the children of Israel did, Sit down to eat and drink, and rise up to play:
Is it any wonder children, Servants, be so bad to them, when they Are so bad to God? that they do as the children of Israel did, Fit down to eat and drink, and rise up to play:
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6. Lastly, Sanctification of the Sabbath, by the whole family, in all or most of the duties aforesaid, publickly and privately, is the care of the chief housholder; as in the fourth Commandment:
6. Lastly, Sanctification of the Sabbath, by the Whole family, in all or most of the duties aforesaid, publicly and privately, is the care of the chief householder; as in the fourth Commandment:
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What need so particular enumeration, if there were not a great weight in the performance thereof? But where shall we finde the family that doth all this? when the Housholders themselves neglect or profane it by their own example;
What need so particular enumeration, if there were not a great weight in the performance thereof? But where shall we find the family that does all this? when the Householders themselves neglect or profane it by their own Exampl;
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How can these men say truly, I and my house, we will serve the Lord? I shall onely say more truely, what once was falsly applied to our Saviour; This man is not of God,
How can these men say truly, I and my house, we will serve the Lord? I shall only say more truly, what once was falsely applied to our Saviour; This man is not of God,
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4. The last is a word of Exhortation, to set on this duty, upon all Chiefe Housholders, in all their Relations, to resolve with Joshua, (what ever others doe) As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.
4. The last is a word of Exhortation, to Set on this duty, upon all Chief Householders, in all their Relations, to resolve with joshua, (what ever Others do) As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.
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To perswade them more effectually to the performance hereof, I shall propound some more special Motives, and then prescribe some Directions or meanes, how they may effect it,
To persuade them more effectually to the performance hereof, I shall propound Some more special Motives, and then prescribe Some Directions or means, how they may Effect it,
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1. The Motives (besides those Reasons used in the Doctrinal part) which should be sufficient to perswade any Christian) I shall adde these which shall have respect, 1. To the family. 2. To the publick. 3. To themselves.
1. The Motives (beside those Reasons used in the Doctrinal part) which should be sufficient to persuade any Christian) I shall add these which shall have respect, 1. To the family. 2. To the public. 3. To themselves.
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What singular thing is this? yea, they provide meat and drink for their beasts, and no more for their families soules? to leave them interested in the Covenant of grace, under the favour, blessing & protection of God, when they are gone hence;
What singular thing is this? yea, they provide meat and drink for their beasts, and no more for their families Souls? to leave them interested in the Covenant of grace, under the favour, blessing & protection of God, when they Are gone hence;
To make the family good and Religious, makes good Magistrates, good Subjects, good Husbands, good Wives, good Masters, good Servants good Neighbours; when any of the family swarmes,
To make the family good and Religious, makes good Magistrates, good Subject's, good Husbands, good Wives, good Masters, good Servants good Neighbours; when any of the family swarms,
He or She, will never be good neighbours, Subjects, &c. that were not good in their Family Relations: He will never be good Father, that was not a good childe;
He or She, will never be good neighbours, Subject's, etc. that were not good in their Family Relations: He will never be good Father, that was not a good child;
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But Paul having converted him, sends him home, now profitable. Ungodly and profane servants, are commonly idle, deceitful, at best but Eye-servants; and bring a curse upon the whole family.
But Paul having converted him, sends him home, now profitable. Ungodly and profane Servants, Are commonly idle, deceitful, At best but Eye-servants; and bring a curse upon the Whole family.
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But religious servants, if truly so, prove faithful, you may trust them with any thing, with all you have (as Potiphar did Joseph, and Laban did Jacob ) and they dare not be false:
But religious Servants, if truly so, prove faithful, you may trust them with any thing, with all you have (as Potiphar did Joseph, and Laban did Jacob) and they Dare not be false:
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And diligent in their labours, because they set themselves alwayes under the eye of God; and when their Masters eye is far off them, they see him that is invisible:
And diligent in their labours, Because they Set themselves always under the eye of God; and when their Masters eye is Far off them, they see him that is invisible:
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But above all, they are Prayerful, morning, evening, and at all times, and so procure a blessing on their labours, upon estate, children, businesses intrusted with them.
But above all, they Are Prayerful, morning, evening, and At all times, and so procure a blessing on their labours, upon estate, children, businesses Entrusted with them.
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See an instance in Abrahams servants, Gen. 24.12. his prayer for successe of his journey, and businesse, and ver. 33. his faithfulnesse, and diligence, not eat till know the issue.
See an instance in Abrahams Servants, Gen. 24.12. his prayer for success of his journey, and business, and for. 33. his faithfulness, and diligence, not eat till know the issue.
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2, This is for their comfort, living or dying, when they shall see their care and labour succeed and blessed by God, with grace and holiness in their families:
2, This is for their Comfort, living or dying, when they shall see their care and labour succeed and blessed by God, with grace and holiness in their families:
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what joy and comfort will this be, to have been instrumental to their salvation? I have (saith he) no greater joy than this, to see my children walking in the truth:
what joy and Comfort will this be, to have been instrumental to their salvation? I have (Says he) no greater joy than this, to see my children walking in the truth:
So is a wise and religious servant, no lesse honour than comfort to his Master. If it succeed not, yet a comfort to hem, that they have done their duty.
So is a wise and religious servant, no less honour than Comfort to his Master. If it succeed not, yet a Comfort to hem, that they have done their duty.
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Inferiours look more at what Superiours doe, then what they say. The wickednesse of the Heathens, was from the lewdnesse of their gods and goddesses, as the Poets described them.
Inferiors look more At what Superiors do, then what they say. The wickedness of the heathens, was from the Lewdness of their God's and Goddesses, as the Poets described them.
Jup•ter adulterous, Venus a wanton, Bacchus a revelling drunkard, &c. Who will care to be better then his God? what servant will be more religious than his Master? or maid than her Lady or Mistresse? Nay, it is a shame to a Parent, or Master, to have his children, or servants better then himself:
Jup•ter adulterous, Venus a wanton, Bacchus a reveling drunkard, etc. Who will care to be better then his God? what servant will be more religious than his Master? or maid than her Lady or Mistress? Nay, it is a shame to a Parent, or Master, to have his children, or Servants better then himself:
And this is the reason, why dissolute and wicked Masters will not endure religious servants because their life is a real reproof; Solomons experience tells us, When a Ruler (of House,
And this is the reason, why dissolute and wicked Masters will not endure religious Servants Because their life is a real reproof; Solomons experience tells us, When a Ruler (of House,
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Thou that teachest another, teachest thou not thy selfe? Thou that sayest thy Wife Childe, Servant should not commit Adultery, be drunk, be a profaner of the Sabbath, lye, swear, &c. dost thou do all,
Thou that Teachest Another, Teachest thou not thy self? Thou that Sayest thy Wife Child, Servant should not commit Adultery, be drunk, be a profaner of the Sabbath, lie, swear, etc. dost thou do all,
2. Look well to the constitution of your Families, (as some say of Churches, the house being to be a lesser Church) that they be at least visible Saints, that is, apparently religious;
2. Look well to the constitution of your Families, (as Some say of Churches, the house being to be a lesser Church) that they be At least visible Saints, that is, apparently religious;
if they be vexed with an ill piece of Housholdstuffe, they may thank themselves, and make the Reformation of the Family, very difficult, if not impossible.
if they be vexed with an ill piece of household stuff, they may thank themselves, and make the Reformation of the Family, very difficult, if not impossible.
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what, hope of Reformation, or Religion there? When Mical shall sc•ffe at Davids devotion, what can be expected that's good? Woe be to him that hath a Philistine in his bosome, as Sampson had.
what, hope of Reformation, or Religion there? When Michal shall sc•ffe At Davids devotion, what can be expected that's good? Woe be to him that hath a Philistine in his bosom, as Sampson had.
v. 6. Mine eyes shall bee upon the faithful, that they may dwell with me, &c. 3. Set up, and keep up Family Religion in earnest, and not in formality only:
v. 6. Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful, that they may dwell with me, etc. 3. Set up, and keep up Family Religion in earnest, and not in formality only:
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proceed to the censure of houshold Excomunication: (the house being a lesser Church ) So David resolved, Psal. 10.4, 5, 7. A froward heart shall depart from me;
proceed to the censure of household Excommunication: (the house being a lesser Church) So David resolved, Psalm 10.4, 5, 7. A froward heart shall depart from me;
Its not possible to keep Religion up in your Families, in power and purity; when Swearers, Drunkards, &c Atheists and Scorners of godlinesse, may have entertainment, and countenance therein.
Its not possible to keep Religion up in your Families, in power and purity; when Swearers, Drunkards, etc. Atheists and Scorner's of godliness, may have entertainment, and countenance therein.
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These will corrupt your children and servants (and well if not your wives.) These will scoffe you out of your Religion or coole and quench your devotion. Prayers, and Reading, &c must bee sometimes intermitted to gratifie them:
These will corrupt your children and Servants (and well if not your wives.) These will scoff you out of your Religion or cool and quench your devotion. Prayers, and Reading, etc. must be sometime intermitted to gratify them:
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Say then, you Masters of houses, Away from me, ye wicked, I will keep the commandements of my God ▪ even Strangers of old were to be kept from profaning of the Sabbath, as in the fourth Commandement;
Say then, you Masters of houses, Away from me, you wicked, I will keep the Commandments of my God ▪ even Strangers of old were to be kept from profaning of the Sabbath, as in the fourth Commandment;
Here might have been added a short exhortation to all sorts of Inferiours in the Family - relations, as wives, children, servants, to submit to this Religious Ordering or Reformation by the Governour of the house.
Here might have been added a short exhortation to all sorts of Inferiors in the Family - relations, as wives, children, Servants, to submit to this Religious Ordering or Reformation by the Governor of the house.
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A. 1. Their words must be honourable (to them, or of them) giving them their Titles of Father, Lord, Sir, Mother, Gen. 22.7. 1 Kin. 2.20. 2. They must bee few, onely as occasion is offered.
A. 1. Their words must be honourable (to them, or of them) giving them their Titles of Father, Lord, Sir, Mother, Gen. 22.7. 1 Kin. 2.20. 2. They must be few, only as occasion is offered.
3. They must bee meek and humble, as Jonathan to his Father, 1 Sam. 19.4. 4. They must observe fit opportunities, when their Parents are not busie, or in passion.
3. They must be meek and humble, as Johnathan to his Father, 1 Sam. 19.4. 4. They must observe fit opportunities, when their Parents Are not busy, or in passion.
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A. 1. In tendering obeysance, uncovering the head, standing up, bowing the body or knee, 2. In modesty and bashfulnesse in their countenances and carriage.
A. 1. In tendering obeisance, uncovering the head, standing up, bowing the body or knee, 2. In modesty and bashfulness in their countenances and carriage.
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A. Both Passive and Active, 1 Pet. 1.14. Q. Wherein must Passive obedience appear? A. In forbearance to do any thing of moment, without consent of Parents; As,
A. Both Passive and Active, 1 Pet. 1.14. Q. Wherein must Passive Obedience appear? A. In forbearance to do any thing of moment, without consent of Parents; As,
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In choice of a Calling, Gen. 28.2. 2. In marriage, Deut. 7.3. 1 Cor. 7 36, 37. Gen. 24.67. and 29.18. Judg. 14.2. 3. In disposing of their goods, Gal 4.1. 4. In ordering their apparel, Gen. 37.3. 2 Sam. 13.18. 4. In vowing, Num. 30.4.
In choice of a Calling, Gen. 28.2. 2. In marriage, Deuteronomy 7.3. 1 Cor. 7 36, 37. Gen. 24.67. and 29.18. Judges 14.2. 3. In disposing of their goods, Gall 4.1. 4. In ordering their apparel, Gen. 37.3. 2 Sam. 13.18. 4. In vowing, Num. 30.4.
and 49.1. 1 Sam. 17.19, 20. 2. In hearkening to their instructions, Prov. 1.8, 9. and 4.1, 3. 3. In patient bearing their reproofes, Gen. 37.10. 1 Sam. 20.30. with amendment, Ezod. 18.17. contra 1 Sam. 2.25. Pro. 13.1. 4 In submission to their corrections, Heb. 12 9. and reforming, Prov. 29.7. 5. In recompencing their care, love, and kindnesse, if God makes them able, 1 Tim. 5.4. by protection, provision, support, comfort, &c. 1 Sam. 22.3, 4. Genes. 37.35. and 47.8.47.12.
and 49.1. 1 Sam. 17.19, 20. 2. In Harkening to their instructions, Curae 1.8, 9. and 4.1, 3. 3. In patient bearing their reproofs, Gen. 37.10. 1 Sam. 20.30. with amendment, Ezod. 18.17. contra 1 Sam. 2.25. Pro 13.1. 4 In submission to their corrections, Hebrew 12 9. and reforming, Curae 29.7. 5. In recompensing their care, love, and kindness, if God makes them able, 1 Tim. 5.4. by protection, provision, support, Comfort, etc. 1 Sam. 22.3, 4. Genesis. 37.35. and 47.8.47.12.
A. 1. In natural infirmities, inward or outward, they are to beare them patiently, and cover them carefully from others, Gen. 9 23. Luke 2.51. contra Pro. 30.17. 2. In casual necessities, upon their bodies or estates, they are to their power to relieve them.
A. 1. In natural infirmities, inward or outward, they Are to bear them patiently, and cover them carefully from Others, Gen. 9 23. Lycia 2.51. contra Pro 30.17. 2. In casual necessities, upon their bodies or estates, they Are to their power to relieve them.
Q. Doe children owe any Duties to their deceased Parents? A. 1. Yes: A decent and honourabble burial, as they are able, Gen. 25.9. and 35.29. 2. In paying their debts, if the State will bear it.
Q. Do children owe any Duties to their deceased Parents? A. 1. Yes: A decent and honourabble burial, as they Are able, Gen. 25.9. and 35.29. 2. In paying their debts, if the State will bear it.
A. The Text saith, in all things, that is in all lawful things, in the Lord, Eph. 6.1. In things indifferent, bringing their wils to their Parents.
A. The Text Says, in all things, that is in all lawful things, in the Lord, Ephesians 6.1. In things indifferent, bringing their wills to their Parents.
3 The promises made to their obedience, of long life, Eph. 6.1, 2, 3. and happinesse in this world, in their persons, estates, posterity, by their Parents blessings, Deut. 5.16. and the contrary, threatnings and curses to undutiful children, Prov. 30.17. 4 This Obedience to their parents on earth, shall be a good evidence they are childen to God their Father in heaven.
3 The promises made to their Obedience, of long life, Ephesians 6.1, 2, 3. and happiness in this world, in their Persons, estates, posterity, by their Parents blessings, Deuteronomy 5.16. and the contrary, threatenings and curses to undutiful children, Curae 30.17. 4 This obedience to their Parents on earth, shall be a good evidence they Are children to God their Father in heaven.
And ye Fathers provoke not your children to wrath, but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. Col. 3.21. Fathers provoke not your children to anger, lest they be discouraged.
And you Father's provoke not your children to wrath, but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. Col. 3.21. Father's provoke not your children to anger, lest they be discouraged.
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Q. WHat are the parts of those Texts? A. Three. 1. A prohibition, provoke not your children to wrath. 2. A reason thereof; lest they be discouraged. 3. A Precept; but bring them up; &c.
Q. WHat Are the parts of those Texts? A. Three. 1. A prohibition, provoke not your children to wrath. 2. A reason thereof; lest they be discouraged. 3. A Precept; but bring them up; etc.
Q. What is the foundation of Parents duties to their children? A. Love; (as in other relations) Tit. 2.4. by reason of the paine, paines, care, and cost, which nothing but Love will beare out.
Q. What is the Foundation of Parents duties to their children? A. Love; (as in other relations) Tit. 2.4. by reason of the pain, pains, care, and cost, which nothing but Love will bear out.
2. Upright walking with God, before them, Psal. 112.2. Prov. 20.7. and 13.22. 3. A provident care for their childrens good, all their dayes, both temporal, and spiritual good.
2. Upright walking with God, before them, Psalm 112.2. Curae 20.7. and 13.22. 3. A provident care for their Children's good, all their days, both temporal, and spiritual good.
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if God make her able, Gen. 21.7. Sarah and Hannah, 1 Sam. 1.22. Psal. 22.9. 3. Procuring of right Baptism, which concerns also, and chiefly the father: as in circumcision.
if God make her able, Gen. 21.7. Sarah and Hannah, 1 Sam. 1.22. Psalm 22.9. 3. Procuring of right Baptism, which concerns also, and chiefly the father: as in circumcision.
in first nourishing them well, providing all needful things for life, and health, Math. 7.9, 19. Gen. 37.3. Zech. 8.5. Joh. 4.47. 2. Nurturing them with good manners, Prov. 22.6. Levit. 19.32. Prov. 25.6. Luk. 14.8. and in some honest Calling, Gan. 4.2. and 37.12. Exod. 2.16, &c. 2. At their spiritual good;
in First nourishing them well, providing all needful things for life, and health, Math. 7.9, 19. Gen. 37.3. Zechariah 8.5. John 4.47. 2. Nurturing them with good manners, Curae 22.6. Levit. 19.32. Curae 25.6. Luk. 14.8. and in Some honest Calling, Gan. 4.2. and 37.12. Exod 2.16, etc. 2. At their spiritual good;
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in admonition of the Lord, Deut. 4.9. Gen. 18.19. Prov. 4.4. 2 Tim. 1.5. In reading the word, 2 Tim. 3.15. Catechising, Deut. 6.7. and by an exemplary life, Josh. 22.15.
in admonition of the Lord, Deuteronomy 4.9. Gen. 18.19. Curae 4.4. 2 Tim. 1.5. In reading the word, 2 Tim. 3.15. Catechising, Deuteronomy 6.7. and by an exemplary life, Josh. 22.15.
3. Commending them to some faithful friend to oversee them, and supply their losse, Esth. 2.15. 4. To settle their estate by Will, to prevent divisions amongst children.
3. Commending them to Some faithful friend to oversee them, and supply their loss, Esth. 2.15. 4. To settle their estate by Will, to prevent divisions among children.
Q. What duties do fathers and mothers in Law owe to children A. The same for the most part, that natural Parents owe to them, Luk. 2.48. Exod. 18.1 Ruth 3.1.
Q. What duties do Father's and mother's in Law owe to children A. The same for the most part, that natural Parents owe to them, Luk. 2.48. Exod 18.1 Ruth 3.1.
Chapter 3. The Duties of Servants to their Masters. Eph. 6.5. Col. 3.22. Servants obey in all things your Masters according to the flesh, not with eye-service, &c
Chapter 3. The Duties of Servants to their Masters. Ephesians 6.5. Col. 3.22. Servants obey in all things your Masters according to the Flesh, not with eye-service, etc.
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A. 1. By obeysance. 2. Standing before them. 3. Heads uncovered. 4. Sober and modest countenance. 5. Modesty of apparel, sutable to their estate and place.
A. 1. By obeisance. 2. Standing before them. 3. Heads uncovered. 4. Sobrium and modest countenance. 5. Modesty of apparel, suitable to their estate and place.
as 1. Not to goe when and whether they list. 2. Nor doe their own, but their Masters businesse. 3. Nor dispose of their goods, without leave, Prov. 31.15. 4. Nor marry without their consent. 5. Nor goe away before their time expired. 2. Affirmative, or Active;
as 1. Not to go when and whither they list. 2. Nor do their own, but their Masters business. 3. Nor dispose of their goods, without leave, Curae 31.15. 4. Nor marry without their consent. 5. Nor go away before their time expired. 2. Affirmative, or Active;
Q. In what manner must all their duties be performed? A. 1. In singlenesse of heart, Col. 3.22. and heartily, v. 23. or from the heart not with eye-service, or as men-pleasers; as Geheri, &c. 2. In conscience, as fearing God, as unto Christ;
Q. In what manner must all their duties be performed? A. 1. In singleness of heart, Col. 3.22. and heartily, v. 23. or from the heart not with eye-service, or as men-pleasers; as Geheri, etc. 2. In conscience, as fearing God, as unto christ;
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as serving the Lord Christ, Eph. 6. 3. With good will, which implyes four things. 1. Cheerfulnesse. 2. Quicknesse, or readinesse. 3. Diligence and activenesse in it. 4. Faithfulnesse, 1 Cor. 4.1. Tit. 2.10. In respect of,
as serving the Lord christ, Ephesians 6. 3. With good will, which Implies four things. 1. Cheerfulness. 2. Quickness, or readiness. 3. Diligence and activeness in it. 4. Faithfulness, 1 Cor. 4.1. Tit. 2.10. In respect of,
1. Their Masters goods, both in keeping them, as Jacob, and increasing them, as they that had the Tallents: contra. Tit. 2.20. 2. Their businesses, dispatching them well, as Gen. 24.2, 12, 26, 33.56. 3. Their secrets, especially their infirmities, by concealing them, Jerem. 38.27. 4. Good example to their fellowes;
1. Their Masters goods, both in keeping them, as Jacob, and increasing them, as they that had the Talents: contra. Tit. 2.20. 2. Their businesses, dispatching them well, as Gen. 24.2, 12, 26, 33.56. 3. Their secrets, especially their infirmities, by concealing them, Jeremiah 38.27. 4. Good Exampl to their Fellows;
First from their Masters, as Joseph, Mordecai, &c. 2. From strangers that behold their good service. 3. He will bless their labours when they come to deal for themselves:
First from their Masters, as Joseph, Mordecai, etc. 2. From Strangers that behold their good service. 3. He will bless their labours when they come to deal for themselves:
knowing that your Master also is in heaven, Col. 4.1. Masters give unto your servants that which is just and equal, knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven.
knowing that your Master also is in heaven, Col. 4.1. Masters give unto your Servants that which is just and equal, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven.
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knowing that ye have a Master in heaven. Q. What duties concern Masters? A. 1. Care in chusing good servants, as Psal. 101. at large; especially godly and religious.
knowing that you have a Master in heaven. Q. What duties concern Masters? A. 1. Care in choosing good Servants, as Psalm 101. At large; especially godly and religious.
3. By keeping a distance from them; least familiarity breed contempt, Prov. 30.22. & 29.21. Q. What is the extent of their Authority? A. 1. In their commands;
3. By keeping a distance from them; lest familiarity breed contempt, Curae 30.22. & 29.21. Q. What is the extent of their authority? A. 1. In their commands;
restrained to the Laws of God: and exercised in execution of Gods commands: as Abraham, Gen. 19. 2. In their corrections, which must be moderate, and discreet;
restrained to the Laws of God: and exercised in execution of God's commands: as Abraham, Gen. 19. 2. In their corrections, which must be moderate, and discreet;
by teaching them Principles of Religion, bringing to publick worship; calling them to account, and praying with them, and for them, Jer. 10.25. 2. Their bodies, cherishing them with wholsome food, fit apparel, moderate labour, convenient rest, vales;
by teaching them Principles of Religion, bringing to public worship; calling them to account, and praying with them, and for them, Jer. 10.25. 2. Their bodies, cherishing them with wholesome food, fit apparel, moderate labour, convenient rest, vales;
A. 1. A good esteem of them, not as slaves, but as children rather, 2 Kin. 5.13. 1 Cor. 7.22. 2. Taking notice of their goodnesse, with approbation and kind acceptance: well done good servant.
A. 1. A good esteem of them, not as slaves, but as children rather, 2 Kin. 5.13. 1 Cor. 7.22. 2. Taking notice of their Goodness, with approbation and kind acceptance: well done good servant.
3. The particular duties of each party. Q. Who are accounted Husband and Wife? A. They who are rightly joyned together in marriage, and of two made one flesh.
3. The particular duties of each party. Q. Who Are accounted Husband and Wife? A. They who Are rightly joined together in marriage, and of two made one Flesh.
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A. Born, or made Eunuchs by any occasion, Mat. 19.12. or dangerously diseased. Q. May all sorts of person (but such) marry? A. Yes, all, Heb. 13.4.
A. Born, or made Eunuchs by any occasion, Mathew 19.12. or dangerously diseased. Q. May all sorts of person (but such) marry? A. Yes, all, Hebrew 13.4.
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Q. What are those mutual and comm•n duties, concerning both parties alike? A. 1. Such as concern them between themselves. 2. Joyntly with respect to others.
Q. What Are those mutual and comm•n duties, Concerning both parties alike? A. 1. Such as concern them between themselves. 2. Jointly with respect to Others.
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and that without desertion of one another, except in case of Death, or Adultery, Math. 1. Cor. 7.10, 11. &c. 2. Matrimonial chastity, or faithfulnesse in the Covenant of marriage, Mal. 2.14, 15. Tit. 2.5.
and that without desertion of one Another, except in case of Death, or Adultery, Math. 1. Cor. 7.10, 11. etc. 2. Matrimonial chastity, or faithfulness in the Covenant of marriage, Malachi 2.14, 15. Tit. 2.5.
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Q. What reasons are there for this chastity? A. 1 Its one end of marriage, 1 Cor. 7.2. 2 It preserves an holy posterity, Mal. 2.15. 3 Its the honour of marriage, Heb. 13.4.
Q. What Reasons Are there for this chastity? A. 1 Its one end of marriage, 1 Cor. 7.2. 2 It preserves an holy posterity, Malachi 2.15. 3 Its the honour of marriage, Hebrew 13.4.
Q. What are those mutual duties which tend to the well being of marriage? A. 1 Mutual love, or entire affection one towards another Epp. 5. last. Tit. 2.4. 1 Cor. 16.14.
Q. What Are those mutual duties which tend to the well being of marriage? A. 1 Mutual love, or entire affection one towards Another Epp 5. last. Tit. 2.4. 1 Cor. 16.14.
A. 1. Cohabitation, or dwelling together, forsaking all others, Psal. 45.10. 1 Cor. 7.12. 1 Pet. 3.7. 2. Prayers, not onely singly for one another, but joyntly with one another, or together.
A. 1. Cohabitation, or Dwelling together, forsaking all Others, Psalm 45.10. 1 Cor. 7.12. 1 Pet. 3.7. 2. Prayers, not only singly for one Another, but jointly with one Another, or together.
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and if fallen, restoring one another, 1 Thes. 5.11. Levit. 19.17. 2. Of their bodies, in health and in sicknesse, as mutual helpers, Gen. 27.14. 3. Of their good name, Matth. 1.19. Prov. 22.1. both preserving it, and preventing ill reports.
and if fallen, restoring one Another, 1 Thebes 5.11. Levit. 19.17. 2. Of their bodies, in health and in sickness, as mutual helpers, Gen. 27.14. 3. Of their good name, Matthew 1.19. Curae 22.1. both preserving it, and preventing ill reports.
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A. 1. To shew the wives inferiority to her husbands, as children to Parents, &c. 2. Wives were the first on whom subjection wa• laid, as instrumental to sin.
A. 1. To show the wives inferiority to her Husbands, as children to Parents, etc. 2. Wives were the First on whom subjection wa• laid, as instrumental to since.
Q. How doth it appear that her Husband is her Superiour? A. 1. God hath given it to him, Gen. 3.16. 2. Nature teaches it, in the weakenesse of all Females, and so inferiour to the Males.
Q. How does it appear that her Husband is her Superior? A. 1. God hath given it to him, Gen. 3.16. 2. Nature Teaches it, in the weakness of all Females, and so inferior to the Males.
Q. What must her behaviour to him be? A. 1 With gravity, in a sober carriage, 1 Tim. 3.11. 2 Meeknesse, or mildness in a cleare and amiable countenance. 3 Courtesie, on all occasions.
Q. What must her behaviour to him be? A. 1 With gravity, in a Sobrium carriage, 1 Tim. 3.11. 2 Meekness, or mildness in a clear and amiable countenance. 3 Courtesy, on all occasions.
A. 1. Her words must be few, rather with silence, than much talking, 1 Tim. 2.12. 2. Reverent, giving him his due Titles, of Lord, or Husband, 1 Pet. 3.6.
A. 1. Her words must be few, rather with silence, than much talking, 1 Tim. 2.12. 2. Reverend, giving him his due Titles, of Lord, or Husband, 1 Pet. 3.6.
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Q. May the Wife do nothing without his consent? A. Yes in three cases. 1. In case of Impotency, as when he is sick, or distracted, &c. 2. Of impossibility, when far absent.
Q. May the Wife do nothing without his consent? A. Yes in three cases. 1. In case of Impotency, as when he is sick, or distracted, etc. 2. Of impossibility, when Far absent.
3. Of allowance, manifested two wayes. 1. Generally by resignation of all to her, Prov. 31.10, 11. 2. Particularly, in some things, expresly, or by silence and connivence.
3. Of allowance, manifested two ways. 1. Generally by resignation of all to her, Curae 31.10, 11. 2. Particularly, in Some things, expressly, or by silence and connivance.
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A. 1 In cohabitation, following him whether God by his providence calls him, Gen. 31.16. 1 Cor. 4.5. 1 Pet. 3.7. 2 Coming to him when sent for, as Jacobs wives did, Gen. 31.4. contra. Esth. 1.17. 3 Doing what is required of her, as Sarah, Gen. 18.6.
A. 1 In cohabitation, following him whither God by his providence calls him, Gen. 31.16. 1 Cor. 4.5. 1 Pet. 3.7. 2 Coming to him when sent for, as Jacobs wives did, Gen. 31.4. contra. Esth. 1.17. 3 Doing what is required of her, as Sarah, Gen. 18.6.
A. 1. Otherwise no duty can be well performed, from one to another, 1 Cor. 16.14. 2 The Wife is the chiefest object of love, above friends, ch••de, parents;
A. 1. Otherwise no duty can be well performed, from one to Another, 1 Cor. 16.14. 2 The Wife is the chiefest Object of love, above Friends, ch••de, Parents;
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whether giving her Titles, as Wife, Love, &c. or instrutions, commands, or reproofes, all with meeknesse, Gal. 6.1. Prov. 25.15. 2 In his countenance, which must be amiable and pleasing.
whither giving her Titles, as Wife, Love, etc. or instrutions, commands, or reproofs, all with meekness, Gal. 6.1. Curae 25.15. 2 In his countenance, which must be amiable and pleasing.
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3 In his gestures, with a kind of (modest) familiarity; as Isaac to Rebecca, Gen. 26.8. 4 In his Actions, by favours and gifts, as 1 Sam. 1.4, 5. Elkanah did to his.
3 In his gestures, with a kind of (modest) familiarity; as Isaac to Rebecca, Gen. 26.8. 4 In his Actions, by favours and Gifts, as 1 Sam. 1.4, 5. Elkanah did to his.
2. In protecting her from danger, in her person and name, 1 Sam. 27.3. and 30.18. Q. What motives have Husbands to love their Wives, and do all these duties to them.
2. In protecting her from danger, in her person and name, 1 Sam. 27.3. and 30.18. Q. What motives have Husbands to love their Wives, and do all these duties to them.
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Now Christ loveth first. 1 Joh. 4.19. Indeed and in truth, giving himselfe for it, Eph. 5.26. Freely. Deut. 7.7, 8. Purely, to sanctifie it. v. 27. Constantly, Joh. 13.1. Hos. 2.19. so may they.
Now christ loves First. 1 John 4.19. Indeed and in truth, giving himself for it, Ephesians 5.26. Freely. Deuteronomy 7.7, 8. Purely, to sanctify it. v. 27. Constantly, John 13.1. Hos. 2.19. so may they.
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