The improvableness of water-baptism, or, A discourse concerning the gravity and seriousness of the action and the usefulness of the sacred institution of baptism instructing all parents how great a thing they do when they bring their children to that holy ordinance, and all persons, whether young or old, what obligations their baptism hath brought them under, what wrath it hath exposed wicked and impenitent persons to, and what use they may make of their baptism for confirmation of their faith, and quickening them to repentance and an holy life : discoursed from Rom. 6:3,4, by way of sermon / by John Collinges ...
Therefore we are buried with him by Baptism into Death, &c. THE great Apostle of the Gentiles, in this Epistle, hath been vindicating the same blessed Doctrine, concerning the Justification of the Soul before God by the Righteousness of Christ (which Chap. 4. v. 6. he calleth an imputing of righteousness without works) received by faith, which we are at this day contending for:
Therefore we Are buried with him by Baptism into Death, etc. THE great Apostle of the Gentiles, in this Epistle, hath been vindicating the same blessed Doctrine, Concerning the Justification of the Soul before God by the Righteousness of christ (which Chap. 4. v. 6. he calls an imputing of righteousness without works) received by faith, which we Are At this day contending for:
as Luther rightly judged upon his restoring of this great point in Germany, in the beginning of that Reformation, of which God made him so blessed an instrument.
as Luther rightly judged upon his restoring of this great point in Germany, in the beginning of that Reformation, of which God made him so blessed an Instrument.
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This is that great Doctrine which made St. Paul profess, Chap. 1. v. 16. that notwithstanding all the opposition the Jews made to it, notwithstanding all their scoffs and drolleries, he was not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ,
This is that great Doctrine which made Saint Paul profess, Chap. 1. v. 16. that notwithstanding all the opposition the jews made to it, notwithstanding all their scoffs and drolleries, he was not ashamed of the Gospel of christ,
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That text, Rom. 1. 17. Luther tells us infinitely perplexed him, he was miserably tortured to understand how the righteousness of God should be revealed from faith to faith;
That text, Rom. 1. 17. Luther tells us infinitely perplexed him, he was miserably tortured to understand how the righteousness of God should be revealed from faith to faith;
for still he dream'd (having been all his lifetime before a Papist) of a righteousness of his own; but at last he began to conceive that the Righteousness of God might signifie in a passive sense, not a righteousness in which a man should walk before,
for still he dreamed (having been all his lifetime before a Papist) of a righteousness of his own; but At last he began to conceive that the Righteousness of God might signify in a passive sense, not a righteousness in which a man should walk before,
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This Doctrine was but darkly revealed in the Old Testament in types and prophecies, and dark sayings; but in the Gospel it is fully revealed, viz. That the righteousness by which a soul is justified,
This Doctrine was but darkly revealed in the Old Testament in types and prophecies, and dark sayings; but in the Gospel it is Fully revealed, viz. That the righteousness by which a soul is justified,
and by which it must stand righteous before God, is not a righteousness of Works, neither an obedience of the law contained in Ordinances, which law is perished;
and by which it must stand righteous before God, is not a righteousness of Works, neither an Obedience of the law contained in Ordinances, which law is perished;
but the righteousness of Jesus Christ on Gods part imputed to us without works, on our part received by faith, as it is expounded Phil. 3. 10. and in several other places of the New Testament.
but the righteousness of jesus christ on God's part imputed to us without works, on our part received by faith, as it is expounded Philip 3. 10. and in several other places of the New Testament.
The Apostle having laid down this Proposition in Chap. 1. v. 16, 17. he confirmeth it by a very great variety of argument in the remaining part of the first Chapter,
The Apostle having laid down this Proposition in Chap. 1. v. 16, 17. he confirmeth it by a very great variety of argument in the remaining part of the First Chapter,
and in Chap. 2, 3, 4, 5. In the first and second Chapters he proveth it by an Induction: If works will justifie any, they must either be the works of the Heathens, or the works of the Jews. As to the first, he proveth that the works of the Heathens could not,
and in Chap. 2, 3, 4, 5. In the First and second Chapters he Proves it by an Induction: If works will justify any, they must either be the works of the heathens, or the works of the jews. As to the First, he Proves that the works of the heathens could not,
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for they were abominable, such as the wrath of God was revealed against, Acts of ungodliness and unrighteousness. Chap. 2. He proveth that the works of the Jews could not,
for they were abominable, such as the wrath of God was revealed against, Acts of ungodliness and unrighteousness. Chap. 2. He Proves that the works of the jews could not,
In the third and fourth Chapters he proveth it as by other arguments, so from the instances of Abraham and David; the same way that Abraham the Father of the faithful was justified, the same way must all believers (his children) be justified;
In the third and fourth Chapters he Proves it as by other Arguments, so from the instances of Abraham and David; the same Way that Abraham the Father of the faithful was justified, the same Way must all believers (his children) be justified;
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but Abraham and David were both justified by an imputed righteousness. In the fifth Chapter he argueth from the sweet fruits which flow from justification by faith. In that Chapter, v. 20. he had said, But where sin abounded, grace did much more abound.
but Abraham and David were both justified by an imputed righteousness. In the fifth Chapter he argue from the sweet fruits which flow from justification by faith. In that Chapter, v. 20. he had said, But where since abounded, grace did much more abound.
The wise Apostle foresaw there would be that very clamorous objection made, which we hear now made against this excellent Doctrine of the Gospel, viz. That it openeth a door to licentiousness, destroyeth any obligation to good works, giveth a license to sin, &c. He therefore in this Chapter obviateth this silly,
The wise Apostle foresaw there would be that very clamorous objection made, which we hear now made against this excellent Doctrine of the Gospel, viz. That it Openeth a door to licentiousness, Destroyeth any obligation to good works, gives a license to since, etc. He Therefore in this Chapter obviateth this silly,
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For (saith he) how shall they who are dead to sin, live any longer therein? The strength of the Argument lyeth in this Hypothesis, That God at the same time that he dischargeth the soul from the guilt of sin,
For (Says he) how shall they who Are dead to sin, live any longer therein? The strength of the Argument lies in this Hypothesis, That God At the same time that he dischargeth the soul from the guilt of since,
2. In the Text which I have read to you, he proveth it from our Baptism, Know you not (saith he) that so many of us as are baptized into Christ, are baptized into his Death? Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death. In the words you have,
2. In the Text which I have read to you, he Proves it from our Baptism, Know you not (Says he) that so many of us as Are baptised into christ, Are baptised into his Death? Therefore we Are buried with him by Baptism into death. In the words you have,
and great Evidence, such as all good Christians must be supposed to know; and it were strange if any understanding Christian should be ignorant of so evident a truth.
and great Evidence, such as all good Christians must be supposed to know; and it were strange if any understanding Christian should be ignorant of so evident a truth.
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3. Here is the proof of this Proposition, or (if you had rather call it so) an Inference upon this Proposition, We are therefore buried with him by Baptism into death.
3. Here is the proof of this Proposition, or (if you had rather call it so) an Inference upon this Proposition, We Are Therefore buried with him by Baptism into death.
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What is necessary for the Explication of the words, you shall have in the Explication of the Proposition; which for the advantage of your memories, I shall deliver you in the words of the Text. Prop. So many of us as are baptized into Christ, are baptized into his death,
What is necessary for the Explication of the words, you shall have in the Explication of the Proposition; which for the advantage of your memories, I shall deliver you in the words of the Text. Prop. So many of us as Are baptised into christ, Are baptised into his death,
The Proposition will only require Explication and Application. In the first I have these Questions (which all of them have their difficulty) to open to you.
The Proposition will only require Explication and Application. In the First I have these Questions (which all of them have their difficulty) to open to you.
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Quest. 1. What this is to be baptized into Christ? Quest. 2. What it is to be baptized into the death of Christ? and in what sense those who are baptized, are baptized into the death of Christ? Quest. 3. How we are buried with Christ by Baptism into death?
Quest. 1. What this is to be baptised into christ? Quest. 2. What it is to be baptised into the death of christ? and in what sense those who Are baptised, Are baptised into the death of christ? Quest. 3. How we Are buried with christ by Baptism into death?
I do not think that this is to be expounded by being baptized according to the true form of Baptism, In the name of the Father, the Son and Holy Ghost.
I do not think that this is to be expounded by being baptised according to the true from of Baptism, In the name of the Father, the Son and Holy Ghost.
for I cannot understand how in that sense a person baptized, can be said to be more baptized into Christ, than into the Father or the Holy Ghost, NONLATINALPHABET must certainly be more than NONLATINALPHABET.
for I cannot understand how in that sense a person baptised, can be said to be more baptised into christ, than into the Father or the Holy Ghost, must Certainly be more than.
Ambrose is (I think) a little critical, when to justifie this restriction of sense against the aforementioned obvious objection, he tells us, That in the name Christ, is not only to be understood that person whom the name denotes (viz. the second person in the Trinity),
Ambrose is (I think) a little critical, when to justify this restriction of sense against the aforementioned obvious objection, he tells us, That in the name christ, is not only to be understood that person whom the name denotes (viz. the second person in the Trinity),
2. We often meet with phrases much a-kin to this in holy Writ, NONLATINALPHABET, in the name of Jesus Christ, Acts 2. 38. In the name, NONLATINALPHABET, of the Lord Jesus; in the name of Paul, NONLATINALPHABET, 1 Cor. 1. 13. NONLATINALPHABET, into Moses, 1 Cor. 10. 3. We are baptized into one body, NONLATINALPHABET, 1 Cor. 12, 13. Into Christ, Gal. 3. 27. (the only text in Scripture fully parallel to this), Into the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost, Mat. 28. 19. We translate it [ in ] in the Greek, it is NONLATINALPHABET.
2. We often meet with phrases much akin to this in holy Writ,, in the name of jesus christ, Acts 2. 38. In the name,, of the Lord jesus; in the name of Paul,, 1 Cor. 1. 13., into Moses, 1 Cor. 10. 3. We Are baptised into one body,, 1 Cor. 12, 13. Into christ, Gal. 3. 27. (the only text in Scripture Fully parallel to this), Into the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost, Mathew 28. 19. We translate it [ in ] in the Greek, it is.
the Gospel of Christ The Jews were baptized into Moses, into the Cloud and the Sea, 1 Cor. 10. 3. We are baptized into Christ; they signified a Christ to come; you are baptized into a Christ already come, who hath died for your sins, into a Doctrine that so teacheth you.
the Gospel of christ The jews were baptised into Moses, into the Cloud and the Sea, 1 Cor. 10. 3. We Are baptised into christ; they signified a christ to come; you Are baptised into a christ already come, who hath died for your Sins, into a Doctrine that so Teaches you.
2. Or secondly, Into the profession of the Gospel Paul tells the believers at Ephesus, that John baptized with the baptism of Repentance, that they should believe on him who should come after him, that is, on Christ Jesus: but now we are baptized into Christ, and into the Baptism of Christ; That we should believe on him who is come, who hath died for our sins,
2. Or secondly, Into the profession of the Gospel Paul tells the believers At Ephesus, that John baptised with the Baptism of Repentance, that they should believe on him who should come After him, that is, on christ jesus: but now we Are baptised into christ, and into the Baptism of christ; That we should believe on him who is come, who hath died for our Sins,
and risen again for our justification: We are baptized into the profession of this faith. 3. Or thirdly, Into Christ, that is, into the mystical body of Christ:
and risen again for our justification: We Are baptised into the profession of this faith. 3. Or Thirdly, Into christ, that is, into the mystical body of christ:
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thus Pareus: and Estius, into the number of visible Saints, visible Professors, &c. And thus it excellently agreeth with that of our Apostle, 1 Cor. 12. 13. By the Spirit we are baptized into one body.
thus Pareus: and Estius, into the number of visible Saints, visible Professors, etc. And thus it excellently agreeth with that of our Apostle, 1 Cor. 12. 13. By the Spirit we Are baptised into one body.
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There is a vow, and a Covenant in Baptism, as Circumcision of old was the Lords Covenant, the sign and symbol of his Covenant with the Jewish Children;
There is a Voelli, and a Covenant in Baptism, as Circumcision of old was the lords Covenant, the Signen and symbol of his Covenant with the Jewish Children;
Or as Soldiers upon taking their Sacramentum (for that word properly signifies the Military-Oath taken by Soldiers to their Commander in chief) are bound,
Or as Soldiers upon taking their Sacramentum (for that word properly signifies the Military-Oath taken by Soldiers to their Commander in chief) Are bound,
so the baptized person, upon receiving this Sacrament, becomes obliged, and engaged unto Jesus Christ, and is sworn in nomen imperationi coeti. Thus Bucer, Dickson, and Peter Martyr do expound the phrase.
so the baptised person, upon receiving this Sacrament, becomes obliged, and engaged unto jesus christ, and is sworn in Nome imperationi coeti. Thus Bucer, Dickson, and Peter Martyr do expound the phrase.
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3. The phrase may signifie the Exterior form of Baptism: as to the Administration of it, it must be in the name of Christ; so we are baptized into Christ.
3. The phrase may signify the Exterior from of Baptism: as to the Administration of it, it must be in the name of christ; so we Are baptised into christ.
4. The phrase may import something of the significancy of this Ordinance: Every Sacrament is significative, a Sacrament is an outward and sensible sign.
4. The phrase may import something of the significancy of this Ordinance: Every Sacrament is significative, a Sacrament is an outward and sensible Signen.
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1. It is signum rei, a sign of the redemption of our Souls by the blood of Christ, of that clean water with which he hath promised to sprinkle the Souls of his people,
1. It is signum rei, a Signen of the redemption of our Souls by the blood of christ, of that clean water with which he hath promised to sprinkle the Souls of his people,
2. It is signum spei, A sign that our hope alone is in Christ Jesus, there being no other name under heaven but his by which we can be saved, nor any salvation in any other.
2. It is signum Spei, A Signen that our hope alone is in christ jesus, there being no other name under heaven but his by which we can be saved, nor any salvation in any other.
1. That we should bear a testimony to the death of Christ, and hold forth the great truth of the Gospel to the world, that Jesus Christ is come into the world to save sinners:
1. That we should bear a testimony to the death of christ, and hold forth the great truth of the Gospel to the world, that jesus christ is come into the world to save Sinners:
6. The phrase may be understood to signifie the fruit of Baptism; lest any should say, What good is there of this Sacrament? or what availeth Baptism? saith the Apostle, We are baptized into Christ.
6. The phrase may be understood to signify the fruit of Baptism; lest any should say, What good is there of this Sacrament? or what availeth Baptism? Says the Apostle, We Are baptised into christ.
7. But lastly, This phrase may be understood to denote the Perfection of Baptism: As the Apostle distinguisheth of Circumcision, Rom. 2. 26, 27, 29. telling us, there is a Circumcision in the letter, and of the flesh; and there is a circumcision of the heart, in the spirit: So we must distinguish of Baptism; there is a baptism of Water, and there is a baptism with the Holy Ghost:
7. But lastly, This phrase may be understood to denote the Perfection of Baptism: As the Apostle Distinguisheth of Circumcision, Rom. 2. 26, 27, 29. telling us, there is a Circumcision in the Letter, and of the Flesh; and there is a circumcision of the heart, in the Spirit: So we must distinguish of Baptism; there is a Baptism of Water, and there is a Baptism with the Holy Ghost:
There is a baptism of the letter, and upon the flesh; and there is a baptism in the heart, and the spirit. Now this latter is the Baptism into Christ; the other is in the name of Christ;
There is a Baptism of the Letter, and upon the Flesh; and there is a Baptism in the heart, and the Spirit. Now this latter is the Baptism into christ; the other is in the name of christ;
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1. In the first place the Apostles phrase seems to me, to restrain the subject of the Proposition: He doth not say All of us were baptized into Christ, and so into his death;
1. In the First place the Apostles phrase seems to me, to restrain the Subject of the Proposition: He does not say All of us were baptised into christ, and so into his death;
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Now so many of us as have been thus, not only been formally, but really baptized into Christ, having with the sign received the thing signified, are baptized into his death.
Now so many of us as have been thus, not only been formally, but really baptised into christ, having with the Signen received the thing signified, Are baptised into his death.
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which cannot be understood of all baptized persons, but such only as are baptized with the Holy Ghost; or according to the phrase of this text, Baptized into Christ.
which cannot be understood of all baptised Persons, but such only as Are baptised with the Holy Ghost; or according to the phrase of this text, Baptised into christ.
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3. This phrase is but once more found in Scripture, Gal. 3. 27. where you have another predicate affixed to the subject of this Proposition: There it is, As many of you as have been baptized into Christ, have put on Christ.
3. This phrase is but once more found in Scripture, Gal. 3. 27. where you have Another predicate affixed to the Subject of this Proposition: There it is, As many of you as have been baptised into christ, have put on christ.
and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof, Eph. 4. 24. You read of putting on the new man: so Col. 3. 10. Now all that are baptized, cannot be said to have put on Christ: Many of them make provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts there of:
and make not provision for the Flesh, to fulfil the Lustiest thereof, Ephesians 4. 24. You read of putting on the new man: so Col. 3. 10. Now all that Are baptised, cannot be said to have put on christ: Many of them make provision for the Flesh, to fulfil the Lustiest there of:
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they are baptized for this very end and purpose, that they might bear a testimony to the Messias his being come, having died, &c. and that they might accept of him as their Saviour;
they Are baptised for this very end and purpose, that they might bear a testimony to the Messias his being come, having died, etc. and that they might accept of him as their Saviour;
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hope, and rest in and upon him, and him alone, and growing up in him, &c. and their Baptism is not fruitless, in case they do repent and believe in Christ;
hope, and rest in and upon him, and him alone, and growing up in him, etc. and their Baptism is not fruitless, in case they do Repent and believe in christ;
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2. But there is also a more perfect Baptism, when persons are not only washed with water, but with the blood of Christ, regenerated and sanctified, baptized with the Holy Ghost, and with fire:
2. But there is also a more perfect Baptism, when Persons Are not only washed with water, but with the blood of christ, regenerated and sanctified, baptised with the Holy Ghost, and with fire:
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1. The first more particularly respected the manner of Baptism in those hot Countreys, which was by dipping the whole body of the baptized person in water:
1. The First more particularly respected the manner of Baptism in those hight Countries', which was by dipping the Whole body of the baptised person in water:
Not necessary, for the grace of justification and remission, is as well in Scripture expressed by sprinkling and pouring water: And you read of the sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ, 1 Pet. 2. 2. and we are said to be come to the blood of sprinkling, Heb. 12. 24. signified by the blood of sprinkling under the law, Heb. 11. 28. Not expedient, or convenient; dipping a new-born Infant in water, in a probable way would endanger its life.
Not necessary, for the grace of justification and remission, is as well in Scripture expressed by sprinkling and pouring water: And you read of the sprinkling of the blood of jesus christ, 1 Pet. 2. 2. and we Are said to be come to the blood of sprinkling, Hebrew 12. 24. signified by the blood of sprinkling under the law, Hebrew 11. 28. Not expedient, or convenient; dipping a newborn Infant in water, in a probable Way would endanger its life.
2. But there is another similitude of far more value, expressed v. 6. of this Chapter, Our old man is crucified with him, that the body of sin might be destroyed.
2. But there is Another similitude of Far more valve, expressed v. 6. of this Chapter, Our old man is Crucified with him, that the body of since might be destroyed.
so from that day that a person is baptized, where Gods inward grace concurreth with the outward sign, the tree of lust and corruption decayeth and withereth.
so from that day that a person is baptised, where God's inward grace concurreth with the outward Signen, the tree of lust and corruption decayeth and withereth.
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then they are really and absolutely baptized into the death of Christ, and made partakers of the benefits of his redemption, being washed with the blood of the lamb of God, who taketh away the sins of the world.
then they Are really and absolutely baptised into the death of christ, and made partakers of the benefits of his redemption, being washed with the blood of the lamb of God, who Takes away the Sins of the world.
Quest. 3. What it is to be buried with Christ by baptism into death, and how the baptized person may be said to be buried with Christ by Baptism into death? I Answer:
Quest. 3. What it is to be buried with christ by Baptism into death, and how the baptised person may be said to be buried with christ by Baptism into death? I Answer:
to which also the Apostle alludeth, Col. 2. 12. And of old they used a trina immersio, a dipping the baptized person three times, to signifie Christs lying three days in the grave:
to which also the Apostle alludeth, Col. 2. 12. And of old they used a trina Immersio, a dipping the baptised person three times, to signify Christ lying three days in the grave:
Thus Aquinas, Justinian, Chrysostome, Damascene, Theophilact and Gregory, interpret this text: but I do not think that this takes up the whole of the sense.
Thus Aquinas, Justinian, Chrysostom, Damascene, Theophilact and Gregory, interpret this text: but I do not think that this Takes up the Whole of the sense.
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2. We are buried with Christ by Baptism into death Symbollically, or Sacramentally: Baptism signifieth thus much to all, That if they live up to that dedication of them unto God,
2. We Are buried with christ by Baptism into death Symbolically, or Sacramentally: Baptism signifies thus much to all, That if they live up to that dedication of them unto God,
unto that Covenant which they enter into in Baptism, when they come up to years of discretion (if they be baptized in their Infancy) repenting and believing, their sins shall come no more in Gods sight,
unto that Covenant which they enter into in Baptism, when they come up to Years of discretion (if they be baptised in their Infancy) repenting and believing, their Sins shall come no more in God's sighed,
Baptism, wherein the baptized person is buried with water, signifieth the burial of the sins of that soul with Christ, who shall truly repent and believe, and dye unto sin.
Baptism, wherein the baptised person is buried with water, signifies the burial of the Sins of that soul with christ, who shall truly Repent and believe, and die unto since.
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3. When the Lord, together with the external sign, conferreth his grace, signified by that sign, The sins of that soul, are in that moment buried with Christ,
3. When the Lord, together with the external Signen, conferreth his grace, signified by that Signen, The Sins of that soul, Are in that moment buried with christ,
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1. That every person who hath come under the Sacrament of Baptism, by vertue thereof is dedicated to God, and stands obliged to believe the Doctrine of the Gospel,
1. That every person who hath come under the Sacrament of Baptism, by virtue thereof is dedicated to God, and Stands obliged to believe the Doctrine of the Gospel,
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as the Image of Christs death, and upon themselves obliged by vertue of it, to dye to sin, like as he dyed for sin: and all such as are perfectly baptized into Christ, have their sins buried with Christ,
as the Image of Christ death, and upon themselves obliged by virtue of it, to die to since, like as he died for since: and all such as Are perfectly baptised into christ, have their Sins buried with christ,
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Instruct. 1. This in the first place may (by way of Instruction) let us know, That Baptism (considered as to the action) is a most solemn, serious action, and ought to be so looked upon, both by the Administrator, and by those who offer themselves or their children unto it;
Instruct. 1. This in the First place may (by Way of Instruction) let us know, That Baptism (considered as to the actium) is a most solemn, serious actium, and ought to be so looked upon, both by the Administrator, and by those who offer themselves or their children unto it;
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and considered as an Ordinance of the Gospel, is a most useful Institution. I will dwell a little upon both these branches, it being indeed my great design in this discourse, to recover to this Ordinance the gravity and reverence that is due to it,
and considered as an Ordinance of the Gospel, is a most useful Institution. I will dwell a little upon both these branches, it being indeed my great Design in this discourse, to recover to this Ordinance the gravity and Reverence that is due to it,
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and an opportunity (amongst the richer) to call friends together for a banquet, or (amongst those of meaner rank) to call the richer together, to make them,
and an opportunity (among the Richer) to call Friends together for a banquet, or (among those of meaner rank) to call the Richer together, to make them,
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Admitting a child to be baptized in its infancy, then the parents dedicate it. Give me leave to allude to that of Hannah, 1 Sam. 1. 27, 28. The good woman had been praying for a child, v. 15. having obtained a child of the Lord, v. 22. She names the child Samuel [ asked of God ], v. 22. She resolves when he was weaned, to carry him, that he might appear before the Lord, and there abide for ever.
Admitting a child to be baptised in its infancy, then the Parents dedicate it. Give me leave to allude to that of Hannah, 1 Sam. 1. 27, 28. The good woman had been praying for a child, v. 15. having obtained a child of the Lord, v. 22. She names the child Samuel [ asked of God ], v. 22. She resolves when he was weaned, to carry him, that he might appear before the Lord, and there abide for ever.
v. 26. she brings the child to the High-Priest Eli, and saith, Oh, my Lord! as thy soul liveth, my Lord, I am the woman that stood by thee, praying unto the Lord:
v. 26. she brings the child to the High-Priest Eli, and Says, O, my Lord! as thy soul lives, my Lord, I am the woman that stood by thee, praying unto the Lord:
Is not here now a most grave and solemn action, requiring all our thoughtfulness, seriousness, gravity and attention imaginable? Was the dedication of an house to God so serious an action, that Solomon at it offered a sacrifice of 22000 Oxen, and an 120000 Sheep,
Is not Here now a most grave and solemn actium, requiring all our thoughtfulness, seriousness, gravity and attention imaginable? Was the dedication of an house to God so serious an actium, that Solomon At it offered a sacrifice of 22000 Oxen, and an 120000 Sheep,
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and kept a feast seven days, and then a solemn assembly? Was the dedication of an Altar so solemn an action, that it took seven days time? 2 Chron. 7. 8, 9. And can the dedication of a child, a piece of our selves, flesh of our flesh,
and kept a feast seven days, and then a solemn assembly? Was the dedication of an Altar so solemn an actium, that it took seven days time? 2 Chronicles 7. 8, 9. And can the dedication of a child, a piece of our selves, Flesh of our Flesh,
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unto God, be judged a slighty action, so as that there needs no more, than for parents, without any praevious thoughts, on the sudden to send for a Minister,
unto God, be judged a slighty actium, so as that there needs no more, than for Parents, without any previous thoughts, on the sudden to send for a Minister,
and he in great haste to read over two or three prayers, and sprinkle water on it, saying I baptize thee, &c. I wish this slighty kind of Administration of this sacred Ordinance, flow not from that novel conceit of the necessity of Baptism to salvation, or the certain effect of it, upon all that shall not afterwards run on the score with God,
and he in great haste to read over two or three Prayers, and sprinkle water on it, saying I baptise thee, etc. I wish this slighty kind of Administration of this sacred Ordinance, flow not from that novel conceit of the necessity of Baptism to salvation, or the certain Effect of it, upon all that shall not afterwards run on the score with God,
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for the washing away of the guilt of Original sin. Whatsoever it be which hath incouraged such hasty and perfunctory Administrations, I am sure they no way sute the grave nature of this solemn Administration.
for the washing away of the guilt of Original since. Whatsoever it be which hath encouraged such hasty and perfunctory Administrations, I am sure they no Way suit the grave nature of this solemn Administration.
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3. By a Ceremony alone. Thus the Masters boring through the ear of his servant with an Awl (the servant submitting to it), was a covenant; though at the time the servant said nothing,
3. By a Ceremony alone. Thus the Masters boring through the ear of his servant with an Awl (the servant submitting to it), was a Covenant; though At the time the servant said nothing,
Thus with us, the Soldiers taking Press-money, or the Kings Colours, is an actual obligation upon him to keep to the Kings service, and subjects him to death if he deserts it. Baptism is such a ceremony.
Thus with us, the Soldiers taking Press-money, or the Kings Colours, is an actual obligation upon him to keep to the Kings service, and subject's him to death if he deserts it. Baptism is such a ceremony.
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The person brought under it is by such submission actually engaged in the service of Christ, no longer to live unto himself, nor to dye unto himself, but unto him who hath dyed for him, the sign of whose blood he hath received, in the sprinkling or pouring of water upon him.
The person brought under it is by such submission actually engaged in the service of christ, no longer to live unto himself, nor to die unto himself, but unto him who hath died for him, the Signen of whose blood he hath received, in the sprinkling or pouring of water upon him.
There are others that will make an usefulness of it beyond what I can find in holy Writ, making it, upon the work done, to wash away the guilt of Original sin, and to set the soul rectum in curia, right in the Court of Heaven. I cannot allow this;
There Are Others that will make an usefulness of it beyond what I can find in holy Writ, making it, upon the work done, to wash away the guilt of Original since, and to Set the soul rectum in curia, right in the Court of Heaven. I cannot allow this;
When the men of the world, the sinful companions in it tempt you to cast in your lot with them, you can say to them, Friends, I cannot, I am ingaged. Every baptized person (as you have heard) is an ingaged person, because he is baptized into Christ.
When the men of the world, the sinful Sodales in it tempt you to cast in your lot with them, you can say to them, Friends, I cannot, I am engaged. Every baptised person (as you have herd) is an engaged person, Because he is baptised into christ.
How should I do this thing and break my vow, break my ingagement in Baptism to be the Lords, steal away my self from God, to whom I long since was dedicated?
How should I do this thing and break my Voelli, break my engagement in Baptism to be the lords, steal away my self from God, to whom I long since was dedicated?
2. A second thing which I shall insist upon, to shew you the exceeding usefulness of this sacred Institution is, the advantage the soul may have from it, to quicken it in and to the exercises of some habits of grace,
2. A second thing which I shall insist upon, to show you the exceeding usefulness of this sacred Institution is, the advantage the soul may have from it, to quicken it in and to the exercises of Some habits of grace,
We have indeed a liberty, and it is our duty to prove all things; but we must hold fast that which is good My beloved brethren (saith the Apostle) be you stedfast, 1 Cor. 15. 58. 1 Pet. 5. 9. Whom resist stedfast in the faith, and in many other texts.
We have indeed a liberty, and it is our duty to prove all things; but we must hold fast that which is good My Beloved brothers (Says the Apostle) be you steadfast, 1 Cor. 15. 58. 1 Pet. 5. 9. Whom resist steadfast in the faith, and in many other texts.
Hence you shall observe, that Paul, both to the Churches at Corinth, Ephesus and Galatia, argues to stedfastness, from this Topick. There were in the Churches of Corinth some giddy-headed persons, of which one said, I am of Paul; another said, I am of Apollos, another, I am of Cephas; How doth St. Paul endeavour to reduce them? 1 Cor. 1. 13. Is (saith he) Christ divided? was Paul crucified for you? or were you baptized in the name of Paul? I pray (saith he) consider your baptism: Were you baptized into the profession of my Doctrine,
Hence you shall observe, that Paul, both to the Churches At Corinth, Ephesus and Galatia, argues to steadfastness, from this Topic. There were in the Churches of Corinth Some giddy-headed Persons, of which one said, I am of Paul; Another said, I am of Apollos, Another, I am of Cephas; How does Saint Paul endeavour to reduce them? 1 Cor. 1. 13. Is (Says he) christ divided? was Paul Crucified for you? or were you baptised in the name of Paul? I pray (Says he) Consider your Baptism: Were you baptised into the profession of my Doctrine,
or into the profession of the Doctrine of Christ? Are you under Temptations to waver in the profession of the great Truths and Doctrines of the Gospel? Think with your selves, Into what Doctrine,
or into the profession of the Doctrine of christ? are you under Temptations to waver in the profession of the great Truths and Doctrines of the Gospel? Think with your selves, Into what Doctrine,
or into the profession of what Doctrine was I baptized? Was it not the Doctrine of Christ? Doth this appear to me from holy Writ to have that stamp upon it? So in Gal. 3 2, 3. This only (saith the Apostle) I would learn of you:
or into the profession of what Doctrine was I baptised? Was it not the Doctrine of christ? Does this appear to me from holy Writ to have that stamp upon it? So in Gal. 3 2, 3. This only (Says the Apostle) I would Learn of you:
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Some of that Church were at that time running away from their profession of the Gospel, being seduced by those who in those days insisted upon Justification by the works of the law.
some of that Church were At that time running away from their profession of the Gospel, being seduced by those who in those days insisted upon Justification by the works of the law.
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or by the hearing of faith? I shall not dispute whether the Apostle there intends by receiving the spirti, the receiving peculiar to those times in the extraordinary gifts or manifestations of it:
or by the hearing of faith? I shall not dispute whither the Apostle there intends by receiving the spirti, the receiving peculiar to those times in the extraordinary Gifts or manifestations of it:
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Now, saith the Apostle, in all reason you ought to receive that Doctrine, upon the imbracing of which, you had such an eminent evidence of the truth of it, that you received the spirit as a seal of it, and were baptized into Christ upon your first profession and owning of it.
Now, Says the Apostle, in all reason you ought to receive that Doctrine, upon the embracing of which, you had such an eminent evidence of the truth of it, that you received the Spirit as a seal of it, and were baptised into christ upon your First profession and owning of it.
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So, as I say, our Baptism, and reflections upon it, will and must engage us to stedfastness, unless it evidently appeareth to us, that that Doctrine was false and erroneous.
So, as I say, our Baptism, and reflections upon it, will and must engage us to steadfastness, unless it evidently appears to us, that that Doctrine was false and erroneous.
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That one body is the universal Church, as appears by the next words, Whether Jews or Gentiles: and upon this argument (which the Apostle would not have used,
That one body is the universal Church, as appears by the next words, Whither jews or Gentiles: and upon this argument (which the Apostle would not have used,
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for an Ʋnity in words and syllables, and in rites and ceremonies, is a stretching of that text beyond the staple, there having never at that time been such a thing in the Church of Christ,
for an Ʋnity in words and syllables, and in Rites and ceremonies, is a stretching of that text beyond the staple, there having never At that time been such a thing in the Church of christ,
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But to perswade an unity in faith and love, he minds them of the Oneness of their Baptism, by which they were united to the Church, which is but one body:
But to persuade an unity in faith and love, he minds them of the Oneness of their Baptism, by which they were united to the Church, which is but one body:
It will sometimes put us upon agreeing with, and loving of one another, to consider that we are fellow Citizens and fellow-Soldiers; so it ought to engage us to endeavour unity, that we are fellow-members of the same body,
It will sometime put us upon agreeing with, and loving of one Another, to Consider that we Are fellow Citizens and fellow-Soldiers; so it ought to engage us to endeavour unity, that we Are Fellow members of the same body,
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3. It is useful to quicken us both to the exercises of faith and repentance. The force of this lyeth in the solemn dedication of the person to God, and the Souls solemn engagement in it to be the Lords: both which inseparably attend this holy Institution.
3. It is useful to quicken us both to the exercises of faith and Repentance. The force of this lies in the solemn dedication of the person to God, and the Souls solemn engagement in it to be the lords: both which inseparably attend this holy Institution.
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I cannot be the Lords, without repenting, and believing his word, and also a receiving of the Lord Jesus Christ, whom God hath revealed to be the Saviour of them that believe.
I cannot be the lords, without repenting, and believing his word, and also a receiving of the Lord jesus christ, whom God hath revealed to be the Saviour of them that believe.
Had I been an Heathen, I ought not to have been baptized, until I had given an evidence of my repentance, my hearty imbracing the Doctrine of the Gospel,
Had I been an Heathen, I ought not to have been baptised, until I had given an evidence of my Repentance, my hearty embracing the Doctrine of the Gospel,
yet if I ever hope to be saved, this cannot excuse me from those great duties of Repentance and Faith, which God hath made inseparably necessary to salvation:
yet if I ever hope to be saved, this cannot excuse me from those great duties of Repentance and Faith, which God hath made inseparably necessary to salvation:
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but I am under the Oath of God, to do what in me lyes to do it, to avoid those gross sins, which it is in my power to avoid, by vertue of the common grace of God denied to no man;
but I am under the Oath of God, to do what in me lies to do it, to avoid those gross Sins, which it is in my power to avoid, by virtue of the Common grace of God denied to no man;
Wherein I have offended, to set down, sadly to reflect on them, and to beg of God a broken heart for them, to wait upon all holy Institutions, which may be conducive to these ends, &c. 4. To name no more.
Wherein I have offended, to Set down, sadly to reflect on them, and to beg of God a broken heart for them, to wait upon all holy Institutions, which may be conducive to these ends, etc. 4. To name no more.
For, saith the Apostle Peter, 1 Pet. 4. 1. He that hath suffered in the flesh, hath ceased from sin, that he no longer should live the rest of his time in the flesh;
For, Says the Apostle Peter, 1 Pet. 4. 1. He that hath suffered in the Flesh, hath ceased from since, that he no longer should live the rest of his time in the Flesh;
Observe the words which go before, v. 2. For as much therefore as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm your selves likewise with the same mind, &c. From whence I infer, That our fellowship with Christs suffering in the flesh, lyeth in our cessation from sin. Now I have shewed you, that in Baptism a Sacramental representation of Christs suffering in the flesh,
Observe the words which go before, v. 2. For as much Therefore as christ hath suffered for us in the Flesh, arm your selves likewise with the same mind, etc. From whence I infer, That our fellowship with Christ suffering in the Flesh, lies in our cessation from since. Now I have showed you, that in Baptism a Sacramental representation of Christ suffering in the Flesh,
And again, v. 6. Knowing that our old man was crucified with him, that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin:
And again, v. 6. Knowing that our old man was Crucified with him, that the body of since might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve since:
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and that both in the Exercises of faith, and of holiness. 1. In the exercises of faith. Faith either respects the Proposition of the word, which faith agreeth to as truth:
and that both in the Exercises of faith, and of holiness. 1. In the exercises of faith. Faith either respects the Proposition of the word, which faith agreeth to as truth:
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and 27. And it shall come to pass, that when your children shall say unto you, What mean you by this service? you shall say, It is the sacrifice of the Lords Passover, who passed over the houses of the children of Israel in Egypt,
and 27. And it shall come to pass, that when your children shall say unto you, What mean you by this service? you shall say, It is the sacrifice of the lords Passover, who passed over the houses of the children of Israel in Egypt,
God foresaw, that that great deliverance would in time be forgotten, or not believed, that God should shew such favour to a small oppressed number of people,
God foresaw, that that great deliverance would in time be forgotten, or not believed, that God should show such favour to a small oppressed number of people,
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to slay one in every family of the Egyptians, might be questioned (especially considering the world was never very apt to believe stories of distinguishing Grace or Providence),
to slay one in every family of the egyptians, might be questioned (especially considering the world was never very apt to believe stories of distinguishing Grace or Providence),
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To revive the memory, and keep alive the exercise therefore of faith, as to this miracle of salvation, God instituted two Sacraments of the New Testament: ordained two sacred Actions to be done, that when our Children should say to us, Father! or Mother! What is the meaning of this? We might say, these are the Lords Sacraments, that you may believe what the Scripture tells you, that the sins of souls are only washed out by the blood of Christ, here signified and represented;
To revive the memory, and keep alive the exercise Therefore of faith, as to this miracle of salvation, God instituted two Sacraments of the New Testament: ordained two sacred Actions to be done, that when our Children should say to us, Father! or Mother! What is the meaning of this? We might say, these Are the lords Sacraments, that you may believe what the Scripture tells you, that the Sins of Souls Are only washed out by the blood of christ, Here signified and represented;
and that you might believe the Gospel is not a Romance, but a true History of what he, who was the Son of God, did in dying for your sins, that you might not dye eternally.
and that you might believe the Gospel is not a Romance, but a true History of what he, who was the Son of God, did in dying for your Sins, that you might not die eternally.
and chide down those risings of unbelief, saying, If this were not, What is the meaning of sprinkling persons with water in Baptism? or our so often meeting at the Lords table to eat bread and drink wine, signifying the flesh and blood of Christ? And as to that faith which is saving and justifying, the object of which is the person of the Mediator;
and chide down those risings of unbelief, saying, If this were not, What is the meaning of sprinkling Persons with water in Baptism? or our so often meeting At the lords table to eat bred and drink wine, signifying the Flesh and blood of christ? And as to that faith which is Saving and justifying, the Object of which is the person of the Mediator;
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and because he submitted to be made man, to dye upon the Cross, to pay a price for lost man, evidenced his unquestionable willingness, to seek and to save that which was lost,
and Because he submitted to be made man, to die upon the Cross, to pay a price for lost man, evidenced his unquestionable willingness, to seek and to save that which was lost,
2. Nor is it less helpful to the soul in the exercises of holiness: And this not only as it layeth the soul under an engagement to it, of which I spake sufficiently before:
2. Nor is it less helpful to the soul in the exercises of holiness: And this not only as it Layeth the soul under an engagement to it, of which I spoke sufficiently before:
The Question is, What they would do if he lookt into them, or knew how to use them? Object. 2. But will some say, How many baptized persons are there, to whom their Baptism is no help nor advantage;
The Question is, What they would do if he looked into them, or knew how to use them? Object. 2. But will Some say, How many baptised Persons Are there, to whom their Baptism is no help nor advantage;
It is thus with our Baptism, it lies by us of little use, till we begin the spiritual building; it is a piece of timber, a stone cut out and squared for that:
It is thus with our Baptism, it lies by us of little use, till we begin the spiritual building; it is a piece of timber, a stone Cut out and squared for that:
In short, the water of Baptism is much like the water of jealousie: of which you read Numb. 5. 27. If the defiled woman adventured to drink of it, it became bitter, and made her belly to swell, and her thigh to rot, and the woman to be a curse amongst her people:
In short, the water of Baptism is much like the water of jealousy: of which you read Numb. 5. 27. If the defiled woman adventured to drink of it, it became bitter, and made her belly to swell, and her thigh to rot, and the woman to be a curse among her people:
4. The last thing wherein I shall shew you the usefulness of this sacred Institution, is with reference to its confirming, sealing to, and assuring of the soul.
4. The last thing wherein I shall show you the usefulness of this sacred Institution, is with Referente to its confirming, sealing to, and assuring of the soul.
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It is very pleasant to see and observe what use the servants of God have made of this being called by Gods Name, in their pleadings with God, Jer. 14 9. Thou, O Lord, art in the midst of us,
It is very pleasant to see and observe what use the Servants of God have made of this being called by God's Name, in their pleadings with God, Jer. 14 9. Thou, Oh Lord, art in the midst of us,
for I was baptized into thy name? Mark how many Promises are made to those that are called by the Lords name, 2 Chron. 7. 13, 14. If I shut up heaven that there be no rain, &c. If my people, which are called by my name shall humble themselves,
for I was baptised into thy name? Mark how many Promises Are made to those that Are called by the lords name, 2 Chronicles 7. 13, 14. If I shut up heaven that there be no rain, etc. If my people, which Are called by my name shall humble themselves,
The Apostle to the Hebrews calls to us, to hold fast our profession, Heb 4. 14. The profession of our faith, Heb. 10. 23. This discourse will let you see the engagement which we have to do it; we are baptized into it;
The Apostle to the Hebrews calls to us, to hold fast our profession, Hebrew 4. 14. The profession of our faith, Hebrew 10. 23. This discourse will let you see the engagement which we have to do it; we Are baptised into it;
we are striving for needless Rites and Ceremonies, things of no value; and in the mean time forget this striving for the fundamental truths of the Gospel.
we Are striving for needless Rites and Ceremonies, things of no valve; and in the mean time forget this striving for the fundamental truths of the Gospel.
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and whosoever apostatizeth from that profession, renounceth his Baptism, forgetting both his own dedication in it, and his own Covenant and obligation by it.
and whosoever apostatizeth from that profession, Renounceth his Baptism, forgetting both his own dedication in it, and his own Covenant and obligation by it.
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the contract is made in Baptism; the espousals are upon the admission of the soul into the fellowship of the Church, upon the visible evidence of his faith and repentance.
the contract is made in Baptism; the espousals Are upon the admission of the soul into the fellowship of the Church, upon the visible evidence of his faith and Repentance.
But be it so, the Parent hath such a right in the Child, that it stands bound to abide by the Act of its Natural Guardian, unless the child grown up can shew a sufficient reason to the contrary.
But be it so, the Parent hath such a right in the Child, that it Stands bound to abide by the Act of its Natural Guardian, unless the child grown up can show a sufficient reason to the contrary.
It holdeth much more in things spiritual, where there is a precedaneous obligation to any humane Law, upon every child to confirm and justifie its Parents act:
It holds much more in things spiritual, where there is a precedaneous obligation to any humane Law, upon every child to confirm and justify its Parents act:
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and perform what God requireth of it, in order to its salvation, is really an obligation upon the child to do what its spiritual Guardian hath solemnly obliged for it;
and perform what God requires of it, in order to its salvation, is really an obligation upon the child to do what its spiritual Guardian hath solemnly obliged for it;
3. It followeth from hence, That there is a duty incumbent upon all good Christians, even with their blood to maintain and defend the truth of the Gospel.
3. It follows from hence, That there is a duty incumbent upon all good Christians, even with their blood to maintain and defend the truth of the Gospel.
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and the giving of this name to these two great Ritual Institutions, signifies the duty of a Christian that is baptized, to fight under Christs colours,
and the giving of this name to these two great Ritual Institutions, signifies the duty of a Christian that is baptised, to fight under Christ colours,
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that blow a Trumpet, and say, What portion have we in David, or in the son of Jesse? What will you say to them who deny that Christ is the Eternal Son of God, equal with the Father;
that blow a Trumpet, and say, What portion have we in David, or in the son of Jesse? What will you say to them who deny that christ is the Eternal Son of God, equal with the Father;
that have made shipwrack of their faith in Christ as God, or the only Saviour and Redeemer of the World? Was this the faith into which they were baptized?
that have made shipwreck of their faith in christ as God, or the only Saviour and Redeemer of the World? Was this the faith into which they were baptised?
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2. But how many more are there, who are not in this black bill of Hereticks and Apostates, but yet refuse to come to Christ, that they might have life;
2. But how many more Are there, who Are not in this black bill of Heretics and Apostates, but yet refuse to come to christ, that they might have life;
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to lay hold on him, and make application of his redemption? By their baptism they were ingaged when they should come to years of discretion, to say unto Christ, Thou art our Lord, our Saviour,
to lay hold on him, and make application of his redemption? By their Baptism they were engaged when they should come to Years of discretion, to say unto christ, Thou art our Lord, our Saviour,
3. How many are there, who by their Baptism are obliged to defend and maintain the interest of Christ and his Gospel, whose work it is to persecute the Image of Christ, wherever they see it, and set themselves in a direct opposition to those Truths, Institutions,
3. How many Are there, who by their Baptism Are obliged to defend and maintain the Interest of christ and his Gospel, whose work it is to persecute the Image of christ, wherever they see it, and Set themselves in a Direct opposition to those Truths, Institutions,
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4. Finally, What shall we say to those who live in the constant practice and indulgence of those lusts, which by their baptism they were ingaged to mortifie,
4. Finally, What shall we say to those who live in the constant practice and indulgence of those Lustiest, which by their Baptism they were engaged to mortify,
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and dye unto? In short, not only every person that is erroneous in Doctrine, and a stiff maintainer of any Propositions contrary to the fundamental Doctrine of the Gospel;
and die unto? In short, not only every person that is erroneous in Doctrine, and a stiff maintainer of any Propositions contrary to the fundamental Doctrine of the Gospel;
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or who indulgeth himself in any unmortified lust, is before God, by reason of his Baptismal Dedication and Vow, a sacrilegious, perjured and Apostatized person.
or who indulgeth himself in any unmortified lust, is before God, by reason of his Baptismal Dedication and Voelli, a sacrilegious, perjured and Apostatized person.
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Instruct. 4. And from hence (in the next place) will the righteousness of God appear, in throwing multitudes of baptized persons into that lake which burneth with fire and brimstone.
Instruct. 4. And from hence (in the next place) will the righteousness of God appear, in throwing Multitudes of baptised Persons into that lake which burns with fire and brimstone.
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Our Saviour, John the Baptist, the Apostle Paul, Matth. 3. John 8. Rom. 2. (as you will find) were put to take a great deal of pains, to beat them out of these vain and empty confidences;
Our Saviour, John the Baptist, the Apostle Paul, Matthew 3. John 8. Rom. 2. (as you will find) were put to take a great deal of pains, to beatrice them out of these vain and empty confidences;
What said John Baptist to the Jews? Think not to say within your selves, We have Abraham to our Father, Mat. 39. What doth Christ say? John 8. 39. If you were Abrahams seed, you would do the works of Abraham:
What said John Baptist to the jews? Think not to say within your selves, We have Abraham to our Father, Mathew 39. What does christ say? John 8. 39. If you were Abrahams seed, you would do the works of Abraham:
poor creatures, here will be your judgment, your condemnation will be aggravated from this, That you were baptized, and so under a solemn dedication to Christ under a solemn vow to be his disciples:
poor creatures, Here will be your judgement, your condemnation will be aggravated from this, That you were baptised, and so under a solemn dedication to christ under a solemn Voelli to be his Disciples:
Shall the Master be justified that sends his Covenant-servant that runs from him, or neglect his business, to Bridewell? Shall the General be justified, which hangs up the Soldier who runneth from his colours? and shall not God be justified in condemning thousands of baptized persons, whole lives are but a continued apostacy? God would be justified in it as Creator,
Shall the Master be justified that sends his Covenant servant that runs from him, or neglect his business, to Bridewell? Shall the General be justified, which hangs up the Soldier who Runneth from his colours? and shall not God be justified in condemning thousands of baptised Persons, Whole lives Are but a continued apostasy? God would be justified in it as Creator,
Ʋse 2. Which shall be of Enquiry, Whether we be baptized into Jesus Christ yea or no? Multitudes (as you have heard) have been baptized, that in a true, proper and spiritual sense have not been baptized into Christ. But you will say,
Ʋse 2. Which shall be of Enquiry, Whither we be baptised into jesus christ yea or no? Multitudes (as you have herd) have been baptised, that in a true, proper and spiritual sense have not been baptised into christ. But you will say,
We meet with the phrase in other texts, Rom. 13. 14. But put you on the Lord Jesus Christ, Eph. 4. 24. you read of putting on the new man, which after God is created in righteousness and holiness:
We meet with the phrase in other texts, Rom. 13. 14. But put you on the Lord jesus christ, Ephesians 4. 24. you read of putting on the new man, which After God is created in righteousness and holiness:
Christ and his Graces, in these texts, seem to be set out to us under the notion of a garment, Rev 6. 11. you read of white robes that were given to the Saints: and chap. 7. 9. of a great multitude, to whom were given white robes, and palms.
christ and his Graces, in these texts, seem to be Set out to us under the notion of a garment, Rev 6. 11. you read of white robes that were given to the Saints: and chap. 7. 9. of a great multitude, to whom were given white robes, and palms.
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St. John, v. 13. asking what they were who were arrayed with white robes? had answer, That they were those who had washed their robes white in the blood of the lamb.
Saint John, v. 13. asking what they were who were arrayed with white robes? had answer, That they were those who had washed their robes white in the blood of the lamb.
but the righteousness which is of God, even the righteousness which is of God through faith in Christ, Phil. 3. 10. and the Church owns, that her righteousness was as a menstruous cloth, and as filthy rags;
but the righteousness which is of God, even the righteousness which is of God through faith in christ, Philip 3. 10. and the Church owns, that her righteousness was as a menstruous cloth, and as filthy rags;
2. For our Sanctification; not that we are to do nothing, but (as the Apostle speaks) that we might be compleat in him; and Rom. 8. 3. that the Righteousness of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not after the flesh, but after the spirit.
2. For our Sanctification; not that we Are to do nothing, but (as the Apostle speaks) that we might be complete in him; and Rom. 8. 3. that the Righteousness of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not After the Flesh, but After the Spirit.
Did you ever discern that you were naked? Were you ever truly sensible, that you wanted a righteousness, a garment of righteousness to appear in before God another day,
Did you ever discern that you were naked? Were you ever truly sensible, that you wanted a righteousness, a garment of righteousness to appear in before God Another day,
lest you at that day should walk naked, and men and Angels should see your shame? if you did not, you may be confident, that you never yet put on Christ, nor were in a strict spiritual sense baptized into Christ.
lest you At that day should walk naked, and men and Angels should see your shame? if you did not, you may be confident, that you never yet put on christ, nor were in a strict spiritual sense baptised into christ.
A good Christian is always hard at work, and working the work of righteousness, praying, hearing, fasting, serving God in the works of his general calling,
A good Christian is always hard At work, and working the work of righteousness, praying, hearing, fasting, serving God in the works of his general calling,
He that hath put on Christ, saith (as Esau to his Brother) to all the Angels and Saints, I have enough, my brethren, I have enough, keep what you have unto your selves:
He that hath put on christ, Says (as Esau to his Brother) to all the Angels and Saints, I have enough, my brothers, I have enough, keep what you have unto your selves:
he makes his boast of Christ, and rejoyceth in him, and hath no confidence in the flesh, Phil. 3 3. Thus much as to the putting on Christ as to Justification. As for the putting on Christ, with reference to Sanctification, let me add a few notes, by which we may judg of that.
he makes his boast of christ, and Rejoiceth in him, and hath no confidence in the Flesh, Philip 3 3. Thus much as to the putting on christ as to Justification. As for the putting on christ, with Referente to Sanctification, let me add a few notes, by which we may judge of that.
he hath not only a demure countenance, an holy look, or tougue, but his thoughts are in a great measure holy, his will, his affections are holy, with allowance to such infirmities as attend even the best of Saints;
he hath not only a demure countenance, an holy look, or tougue, but his thoughts Are in a great measure holy, his will, his affections Are holy, with allowance to such infirmities as attend even the best of Saints;
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The Pharisees, Luke 11. 39. made clean the outside of the cup and platter: but our Saviour tells them, that their inward part was full of ravening and wickedness.
The Pharisees, Lycia 11. 39. made clean the outside of the cup and platter: but our Saviour tells them, that their inward part was full of ravening and wickedness.
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Eph. 4. 22. And be you renewed in your mind, that you put off, concerning your former conversation, the old man, which is corrupt according to deceitful lusts.
Ephesians 4. 22. And be you renewed in your mind, that you put off, Concerning your former Conversation, the old man, which is corrupt according to deceitful Lustiest.
v. 30. Grieve not the holy Spirit, &c. v. 31. Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking be put away from you, with all malice,
v. 30. Grieve not the holy Spirit, etc. v. 31. Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking be put away from you, with all malice,
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and be you kind one to another, tender hearted, &c. Col. 3. 8. But now you also put off all these, anger, wrath, malice, blasphemy, filthy communication out of your mouth v. 9. Lye not one to another, seeing you have put off the old man with his deeds,
and be you kind one to Another, tender hearted, etc. Col. 3. 8. But now you also put off all these, anger, wrath, malice, blasphemy, filthy communication out of your Mouth v. 9. Lie not one to Another, seeing you have put off the old man with his Deeds,
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he is led as a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before the shearers, he openeth not his mouth, &c. 6. He who hath put on Christ, hath put on the whole armour of God:
he is led as a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before the shearers, he Openeth not his Mouth, etc. 6. He who hath put on christ, hath put on the Whole armour of God:
he takes the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the spirit, which is the word of God, &c. 7. Finally, If the soul hath put on Christ, its face, its garments will shine:
he Takes the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, etc. 7. Finally, If the soul hath put on christ, its face, its garments will shine:
How beautiful must that soul be, that is cloathed with light, as with a garment? Its faith, its holiness, its humility, its meekness, will be every where reported of.
How beautiful must that soul be, that is clothed with Light, as with a garment? Its faith, its holiness, its humility, its meekness, will be every where reported of.
If now you find these things in you in sincerity, and in some measure, though not in the perfection of degrees, you may conclude you are baptized into Christ, because you have put on the Lord Jesus Christ.
If now you find these things in you in sincerity, and in Some measure, though not in the perfection of Degrees, you may conclude you Are baptised into christ, Because you have put on the Lord jesus christ.
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I shall speak, 1. to you that are Parents 2. To you that are Children, or who have been baptized while you were Children. 3. To all in general, whether Parents, or Children.
I shall speak, 1. to you that Are Parents 2. To you that Are Children, or who have been baptised while you were Children. 3. To all in general, whither Parents, or Children.
First, I speak unto you Parents. I have two words to speak to you, upon occasion of this discourse. 1. That you would be very grave and serious when you bring your Children to this great Ordinance of God.
First, I speak unto you Parents. I have two words to speak to you, upon occasion of this discourse. 1. That you would be very grave and serious when you bring your Children to this great Ordinance of God.
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It was indeed one of the ends I proposed to my self, in undertaking this discourse, to correct that woful levity which I generally observe in this most grave and weighty action.
It was indeed one of the ends I proposed to my self, in undertaking this discourse, to correct that woeful levity which I generally observe in this most grave and weighty actium.
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which is that which I call a groundless fancy, if not a Relique of Popery. It is true, we have no certain time limited for Baptism. To give you my opinion in the case:
which is that which I call a groundless fancy, if not a Relic of Popery. It is true, we have no certain time limited for Baptism. To give you my opinion in the case:
The best argument we have for Infant-Baptism, is the Analogy betwixt Circumcision and Baptism, they being both seals of one and the same Covenant of grace, which is not straitned under the Gospel-dispensation.
The best argument we have for Infant baptism, is the Analogy betwixt Circumcision and Baptism, they being both Seals of one and the same Covenant of grace, which is not straitened under the Gospel-dispensation.
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as you may read Josh 5. 5, 7. I would fain know how Baptism is more necessary to the salvation of Christians, than Circumcision was to the salvation of the Jewish Children? I am sure they were both seals of the same Covenant: the contempt of an Ordinance of God, that is damnable;
as you may read Josh 5. 5, 7. I would fain know how Baptism is more necessary to the salvation of Christians, than Circumcision was to the salvation of the Jewish Children? I am sure they were both Seals of the same Covenant: the contempt of an Ordinance of God, that is damnable;
But from that Popish opinion of the absolute necessity of Baptism to salvation, and the efficacy of it as a work done, have risen many abuses and prophanations of this holy Ordinance of God.
But from that Popish opinion of the absolute necessity of Baptism to salvation, and the efficacy of it as a work done, have risen many Abuses and profanations of this holy Ordinance of God.
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Let me beg of you that are Parents, with all seriousness and gravity, and due forethinking what you do, to bring your Children to this most facred Institution.
Let me beg of you that Are Parents, with all seriousness and gravity, and due forthinking what you do, to bring your Children to this most facred Institution.
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I suppose I speak to none but have been baptized into Christ, in the larger sense, NONLATINALPHABET, into the Name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost: And if so;
I suppose I speak to none but have been baptised into christ, in the larger sense,, into the Name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost: And if so;
you are all dedicated unto Christ, yea, and God hath accepted you; for he hath bidden us, Go and baptize in the Name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost.
you Are all dedicated unto christ, yea, and God hath accepted you; for he hath bidden us, Go and baptise in the Name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost.
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but sacred in a ceremonial sense, in which sense all the Jews were called an holy people: and the Apostle saith, 1 Cor. 7. 14. our children are not unclean, but holy; sanctified ceremonially, externally, ritually, that is set a part for God;
but sacred in a ceremonial sense, in which sense all the jews were called an holy people: and the Apostle Says, 1 Cor. 7. 14. our children Are not unclean, but holy; sanctified ceremonially, externally, ritually, that is Set a part for God;
I tell you again, that you are under a Vow and Covenant, to own the profession of Christ, and to defend it, to accept of Christ as the Saviour of the World, as your Saviour in particular;
I tell you again, that you Are under a Voelli and Covenant, to own the profession of christ, and to defend it, to accept of christ as the Saviour of the World, as your Saviour in particular;
and subjecteth you by the righteous God to be dealt withall as sacrilegious persons; who being holy, have stollen away your selves from the service of God,
and subjecteth you by the righteous God to be dealt withal as sacrilegious Persons; who being holy, have stolen away your selves from the service of God,
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Give your Souls no rest, until you find that you are baptized into Christ, that you have put on Christ; how you may know that I have shewed you that you are concerned in it, will appear from the insignificancy (as to your eternal state) of Water-Baptism. O think not that the pouring, or spirinkling of a little water upon your face, can wash away the sin of the soul:
Give your Souls no rest, until you find that you Are baptised into christ, that you have put on christ; how you may know that I have showed you that you Are concerned in it, will appear from the insignificancy (as to your Eternal state) of Water baptism. Oh think not that the pouring, or spirinkling of a little water upon your face, can wash away the since of the soul:
without which, our Lord hath told you, you can never enter into the Kingdom of God, that you may be baptized with the Holy Ghost, and with fire, burning up the dregs and dross of lusts and corruptions, which Water-Baptism leaveth in every soul.
without which, our Lord hath told you, you can never enter into the Kingdom of God, that you may be baptised with the Holy Ghost, and with fire, burning up the dregs and dross of Lustiest and corruptions, which Water baptism Leaveth in every soul.
Jam quanto odio vocabulum. Justitia Dei oderam ante: tanto amore dulcissimum istud vocabulum extollebam, ita miki iste locus Pauli fuit vere Porta paradisi. Luth. Jenae. t. 1. op. in praefat.
Jam quanto odio Vocabulum. Justitia Dei oderam ante: tanto amore dulcissimum istud Vocabulum extollebam, ita miki iste locus Pauli fuit vere Porta Paradisi. Luth. Jenae. tO. 1. open. in Praeface.
