Thirteen sermons upon several useful subjects two of them being funeral dicourses, occasioned by the death of the Reverend Mr. Nathaniel Mitchel, Minister of the Gospel ... / by John Collinges ...
HE who speaketh these words, is the great Apostle of the Gentiles, one who had been in deaths often, who had been for Christ's sake killed all the day long (as he speaks,) Rom. 8.36. who died daily (as he elsewhere tells us) yet was not wearied out of his life) and was willing to be dying still;
HE who speaks these words, is the great Apostle of the Gentiles, one who had been in death's often, who had been for Christ's sake killed all the day long (as he speaks,) Rom. 8.36. who died daily (as he elsewhere tells us) yet was not wearied out of his life) and was willing to be dying still;
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And though he desired to be dissolved, yet it was upon better motives than the taedium or burden of his dying life, that he might be with Christ, which was best of all.
And though he desired to be dissolved, yet it was upon better motives than the taedium or burden of his dying life, that he might be with christ, which was best of all.
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Not that he might be unclothed, but clothed upon, that mortality might be swallowed up of life (as he speaks, 2 Cor. 5.4.) nor was he so fond of glory,
Not that he might be unclothed, but clothed upon, that mortality might be swallowed up of life (as he speaks, 2 Cor. 5.4.) nor was he so found of glory,
Paul was ready, as that term in our Language signifies prepared, but the Greek word is NONLATINALPHABET, which rather signifies already than prepared (into which sense it cannot be interpreted) the next words interpret it, The time of my departure is at hand.
Paul was ready, as that term in our Language signifies prepared, but the Greek word is, which rather signifies already than prepared (into which sense it cannot be interpreted) the next words interpret it, The time of my departure is At hand.
Nor certainly doth the Apostle speak this meerly upon the prospect that all Christian Prisoners (especially Teachers amongst them) might reasonably have of their fate, under such a Pagan Tyrant and Butcher as Nero (under whose Government and Power he was at this time) was,
Nor Certainly does the Apostle speak this merely upon the prospect that all Christian Prisoners (especially Teachers among them) might reasonably have of their fate, under such a Pagan Tyrant and Butcher as Nero (under whose Government and Power he was At this time) was,
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This Text tells you the grounds of his chearfulness. 1. His work was done. 2. He had wages to take. The first he openeth by 3 phrases. 1. I have fought a good fight, NONLATINALPHABET, that excellent fight (as Beza well translates it.) 2. I have finished my course.
This Text tells you the grounds of his cheerfulness. 1. His work was done. 2. He had wages to take. The First he Openeth by 3 phrases. 1. I have fought a good fight,, that excellent fight (as Beza well translates it.) 2. I have finished my course.
1. That this Crown of Righteousness, is no other than the Crown of glory, Eternal life and happiness, is out of doubt, the Blessed state of the Saints in Heaven is set out in Scripture unto us under a variety of Metaphors, importing the satisfaction of the whole Soul there,
1. That this Crown of Righteousness, is no other than the Crown of glory, Eternal life and happiness, is out of doubt, the Blessed state of the Saints in Heaven is Set out in Scripture unto us under a variety of Metaphors, importing the satisfaction of the Whole Soul there,
It is sometimes set out under the Notion of a Feast, a Banquet, sometimes under the Notion of seeing God, sometimes under the Notion of an Inheritance, immortal, incorruptible, &c. sometimes under the Notion of a Kingdom, a Crown, sometimes under Notions of profit, the riches of glory, sometimes under Notions of pleasure;
It is sometime Set out under the Notion of a Feast, a Banquet, sometime under the Notion of seeing God, sometime under the Notion of an Inheritance, immortal, incorruptible, etc. sometime under the Notion of a Kingdom, a Crown, sometime under Notions of profit, the riches of glory, sometime under Notions of pleasure;
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But 1. Why a Crown? 2. Why is it called a Crown of Righteousness. 3. How is it laid up? 4. How doth, or shall God shew himself a Righteous Judge in giving it out?
But 1. Why a Crown? 2. Why is it called a Crown of Righteousness. 3. How is it laid up? 4. How does, or shall God show himself a Righteous Judge in giving it out?
but also Crowns of Bays, or Lawrel, or some green things. If a man strive for Masteries, saith the Apostle, 2 Tim. 2.5. he is not crowned except he strive lawfully.
but also Crowns of Bays, or Laurel, or Some green things. If a man strive for Masteries, Says the Apostle, 2 Tim. 2.5. he is not crowned except he strive lawfully.
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2. That those who obtain it, must strive, fight, wrestle, and that lawfully (as the Apostle speaks) yea and they must conquer. None but the Conquerours in those Games were crowned. The consideration of Heaven as a Crown, ought to mind us of our duty, to strive, and fight.
2. That those who obtain it, must strive, fight, wrestle, and that lawfully (as the Apostle speaks) yea and they must conquer. None but the Conquerors in those Games were crowned. The consideration of Heaven as a Crown, ought to mind us of our duty, to strive, and fight.
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It is not compared to an ordinary King's Crown, which it may be comes to him by Election, or Inheritance, but a Combatants Crown, which is never put on his head till he be declared Victor.
It is not compared to an ordinary King's Crown, which it may be comes to him by Election, or Inheritance, but a Combatants Crown, which is never put on his head till he be declared Victor.
God in this life incompasseth his People with favour, as a shield (as the Psalmist speaketh) in the life to come he will incompass them with glory as with a Crown.
God in this life encompasseth his People with favour, as a shield (as the Psalmist speaks) in the life to come he will encompass them with glory as with a Crown.
1. I answer, Not because it is the merit of our Righteousness. Our Righteousness is all a rag, a filthy Rag. The next words are enough to Satisfy us as to this, Which the Lord, the Rig•teous Judge, will give, to them who love his appearance, if it be a guilt it is not paid for;
1. I answer, Not Because it is the merit of our Righteousness. Our Righteousness is all a rag, a filthy Rag. The next words Are enough to Satisfy us as to this, Which the Lord, the Rig•teous Judge, will give, to them who love his appearance, if it be a guilt it is not paid for;
2. But it may be called so with reference to Christs Righteousness. By his Righteousness (saith the Prophet) or, By his knowledge shall my Righteous Servant justify many, for he shall bear their iniquities, and whom he justifyed them he also glorifyed (saith the Apostle:) The Heavens were to be Sprinkled with his blood before we could have any entrance into them.
2. But it may be called so with Referente to Christ Righteousness. By his Righteousness (Says the Prophet) or, By his knowledge shall my Righteous Servant justify many, for he shall bear their iniquities, and whom he justified them he also glorified (Says the Apostle:) The Heavens were to be Sprinkled with his blood before we could have any Entrance into them.
3. Thirdly, It may be so called with reference to Gods Righteousness, and that whether we take Righteousness as signifying Justice, or Truth and faithfulness. If we take Righteousness, as signifying Justice: If (saith the Apostle) we confess our sins, he is faithful,
3. Thirdly, It may be so called with Referente to God's Righteousness, and that whither we take Righteousness as signifying justice, or Truth and faithfulness. If we take Righteousness, as signifying justice: If (Says the Apostle) we confess our Sins, he is faithful,
If we take it as signifying Truth or faithfulness: So also the glory of Heaven is a Crown of Righteousness, as it is a promised reward, what the truth of God in many promises stands ingaged for.
If we take it as signifying Truth or faithfulness: So also the glory of Heaven is a Crown of Righteousness, as it is a promised reward, what the truth of God in many promises Stands engaged for.
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4. Lastly, It is also a Crown of our Righteousness. That is, the noble, and ample reward of our Righteousness. The reward not of debt, but of grace, Estius would have it called the Crown of Righteousness because purchased or merited by our works,
4. Lastly, It is also a Crown of our Righteousness. That is, the noble, and ample reward of our Righteousness. The reward not of debt, but of grace, Estius would have it called the Crown of Righteousness Because purchased or merited by our works,
Who crowneth thee with loving kindness, he pretendeth some answer to it, but that is the least we have to say against the merit of works, God useth not to Crown menstruous Cloaths, or filthy Raggs. He useth not to Crown our works, but his own works in us,
Who Crowneth thee with loving kindness, he pretendeth Some answer to it, but that is the least we have to say against the merit of works, God uses not to Crown menstruous Clothes, or filthy Rags. He uses not to Crown our works, but his own works in us,
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yea he himself is the Crown of his people, Isaiah 28.5. The Lord himself shall be a Crown of glory, and a diadem of beauty for the residue of his people.
yea he himself is the Crown of his people, Isaiah 28.5. The Lord himself shall be a Crown of glory, and a diadem of beauty for the residue of his people.
3. Qu. How is this Crown said to be laid up? NONLATINALPHABET. The same word is used to the same Sense, Colos. 1.5. For the hope which is laid up for you in heaven.
3. Qu. How is this Crown said to be laid up?. The same word is used to the same Sense, Colos 1.5. For the hope which is laid up for you in heaven.
Criticks observe, That it is used to express such a laying aside, or laying up: as when a thing is laid up for a future use or a future provision, as when men lay up for their Children:
Critics observe, That it is used to express such a laying aside, or laying up: as when a thing is laid up for a future use or a future provision, as when men lay up for their Children:
Once in Scripture, I find it used in another sense, Heb. 9.27. NONLATINALPHABET It is appointed for all men once to dye, and that (by the way) giveth some further light into this Text, the Crown of Righteousness is laid up for the Saints in the Eternal Counsels of God;
Once in Scripture, I find it used in Another sense, Hebrew 9.27. It is appointed for all men once to die, and that (by the Way) gives Some further Light into this Text, the Crown of Righteousness is laid up for the Saints in the Eternal Counsels of God;
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and eternal thoughts for them from before the foundation of the World, and laid up, that is, safely reserved and kept for them, secured by the immutability of Gods will and counsel,
and Eternal thoughts for them from before the Foundation of the World, and laid up, that is, safely reserved and kept for them, secured by the immutability of God's will and counsel,
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Prop. 2. That those to whom the Righteous Judge will give this Crown must be such who have fought the good fight, Finished their course, kept the faith,
Prop. 2. That those to whom the Righteous Judge will give this Crown must be such who have fought the good fight, Finished their course, kept the faith,
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It is that Rebellion which Samuel said is as the sin of Witchcraft. It is the Rebellion of the Creature against the Creator, of the Clay against the Potter, of the Child against the Father. It is a bad fight in the nature of it,
It is that Rebellion which Samuel said is as the since of Witchcraft. It is the Rebellion of the Creature against the Creator, of the Clay against the Potter, of the Child against the Father. It is a bad fight in the nature of it,
It is a setting of briars and thorns against God in battel, a kicking against the pricks, (as our Lord told Paul, Acts 9.) yet the world was alwaies full of Hectors, hardy enough to engage in this fight;
It is a setting of briers and thorns against God in battle, a kicking against the pricks, (as our Lord told Paul, Acts 9.) yet the world was always full of Hectors, hardy enough to engage in this fight;
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2. There is also a fighting against men on civil accounts, which is a bad fight; indeed most Wars are so (at least on one side.) Wars are State Physick, and when they are so used and made they are good, otherwise they are bad.
2. There is also a fighting against men on civil accounts, which is a bad fight; indeed most Wars Are so (At least on one side.) Wars Are State Physic, and when they Are so used and made they Are good, otherwise they Are bad.
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And Christ saith, that the woman which had spent her box of Ointment upon him, had done NONLATINALPHABET, a good work, Mat. 26.10. that is, an excellent, noble, praise-worthy work, as our Saviour in the next words expounds himself, saying, That wheresoever the Gospel should be preached, that which she had done should be told for a memorial of her.
And christ Says, that the woman which had spent her box of Ointment upon him, had done, a good work, Mathew 26.10. that is, an excellent, noble, praiseworthy work, as our Saviour in the next words expounds himself, saying, That wheresoever the Gospel should be preached, that which she had done should be told for a memorial of her.
But who are the Enemies with which this good fight is to be fought? Who can they be but the three great Enemies of our Souls the World, the Flesh, and the Devil? Paul fought them all,
But who Are the Enemies with which this good fight is to be fought? Who can they be but the three great Enemies of our Souls the World, the Flesh, and the devil? Paul fought them all,
Paul had fought this good fight, 1 Cor. 15.32. he fought with Beasts at Ephesus after the manner of men, and he telleth us, 1 Cor. 11.24. he had had stripes above measure, he had been in Prisons frequent, in deaths often;
Paul had fought this good fight, 1 Cor. 15.32. he fought with Beasts At Ephesus After the manner of men, and he Telleth us, 1 Cor. 11.24. he had had stripes above measure, he had been in Prisons frequent, in death's often;
The World, the Men of the World were alwaies peevish to God's holy ones. Our Saviour giveth us the reason, Joh. 15.19. because they are not of the world, but God hath chosen them out of the world.
The World, the Men of the World were always peevish to God's holy ones. Our Saviour gives us the reason, John 15.19. Because they Are not of the world, but God hath chosen them out of the world.
taking up their Cross, and following of Christ, bearing up against all the opposition the world can give or make against them, walking according to the holy Commandment.
taking up their Cross, and following of christ, bearing up against all the opposition the world can give or make against them, walking according to the holy Commandment.
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but also against the things of the world, the deceitfulness of pleasures, riches, honours, whatsoever may be to us a bait alluring us to sin against God.
but also against the things of the world, the deceitfulness of pleasures, riches, honours, whatsoever may be to us a bait alluring us to sin against God.
Moses by Faith did fight the World in this manner, refusing the pleasures of Pharaoh's Court, and chusing rather to suffer with the People of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season;
Moses by Faith did fight the World in this manner, refusing the pleasures of Pharaoh's Court, and choosing rather to suffer with the People of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of since for a season;
Paul fought this part of the good fight, he tells us, That he saw a law in his members warring against the law of his mind and bringing him into captivity to th• law of sin which is in his members.
Paul fought this part of the good fight, he tells us, That he saw a law in his members warring against the law of his mind and bringing him into captivity to th• law of since which is in his members.
This is, that Mortifying of our members, mentioned, Ccl. 3.5. Mortifying the deeds of the body through the Spirit mentioned, Rom. 8.13. The Apostle Peter tells us that Fleshly lusts war against the Soul, 1 Pet. 2.11. and James tells us that Lust war in our members, James 4.1. Paul fought this part of the good fight, and overcame;
This is, that Mortifying of our members, mentioned, Ccl. 3.5. Mortifying the Deeds of the body through the Spirit mentioned, Rom. 8.13. The Apostle Peter tells us that Fleshly Lustiest war against the Soul, 1 Pet. 2.11. and James tells us that Lust war in our members, James 4.1. Paul fought this part of the good fight, and overcame;
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Indeed this is the hardest battel that a Christian hath to fight the Enemy is within, those of his own house and all the advantage which either the World,
Indeed this is the Hardest battle that a Christian hath to fight the Enemy is within, those of his own house and all the advantage which either the World,
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3. Our third great adversary is the Devil. For we (faith the Apostle, ) Eph. 6.12. Do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against Principalities, and powers, and the Rulers of the darkness of this World.
3. Our third great adversary is the devil. For we (faith the Apostle,) Ephesians 6.12. Do not wrestle against Flesh and blood, but against Principalities, and Powers, and the Rulers of the darkness of this World.
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That is Death. I should not have called Death an Enemy, but that I find the Apostle so calling it, 1 Cor. 15.26. The last Enemy that is to be destroyed is Death.
That is Death. I should not have called Death an Enemy, but that I find the Apostle so calling it, 1 Cor. 15.26. The last Enemy that is to be destroyed is Death.
There is a victorious Song which every good Christian must learn to sing, O Death where is thy sting? O hell where is thy Victory? Thus now I have shewed you the Enemies to be fought in this good fight.
There is a victorious Song which every good Christian must Learn to sing, Oh Death where is thy sting? O hell where is thy Victory? Thus now I have showed you the Enemies to be fought in this good fight.
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The word translated fight is a very Emphatical word NONLATINALPHABET It is the same word which is used, Luk. 13.24. strive to enter in at the stra•t gate, and Col. 4.12. Where we translate it Labouring fervently, we translate it striving in Col. 1.29. fighting, John 18.36. and 1 Tim. 6.12. The word seemeth to signify four things, 1. A labouring against opposition. A man cannot fight unless he hath an Enemy to fight against.
The word translated fight is a very Emphatical word It is the same word which is used, Luk. 13.24. strive to enter in At the stra•t gate, and Col. 4.12. Where we translate it Labouring fervently, we translate it striving in Col. 1.29. fighting, John 18.36. and 1 Tim. 6.12. The word seems to signify four things, 1. A labouring against opposition. A man cannot fight unless he hath an Enemy to fight against.
and power of a man is put out, as is usual in all combates, and fightings, 3. An inward labour, from this word comes our English word Agony which we use to signify the conflict of the mind,
and power of a man is put out, as is usual in all combats, and fightings, 3. an inward labour, from this word comes our English word Agony which we use to signify the conflict of the mind,
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Labouring fervently for you in Prayer. 4. It signifieth a strife for mastery, such as were the strifes in the Roman games, where the strife was who should overcome, and have the Victory.
Labouring fervently for you in Prayer. 4. It signifies a strife for mastery, such as were the strifes in the Roman games, where the strife was who should overcome, and have the Victory.
It is observed by Aquinas that the fight is called a good fight because it is for good things, and in a good manner and because it is difficult and the Apostle telleth us, that he who striveth is not crowned except he strive lawfully.
It is observed by Aquinas that the fight is called a good fight Because it is for good things, and in a good manner and Because it is difficult and the Apostle Telleth us, that he who striveth is not crowned except he strive lawfully.
2. The Second condition required of those, who expect this Crown of Righteousness to be given them is their finishing their course. I have saith the Apostle finished my course, or my race. There is nothing more ordinary in Scripture,
2. The Second condition required of those, who expect this Crown of Righteousness to be given them is their finishing their course. I have Says the Apostle finished my course, or my raze. There is nothing more ordinary in Scripture,
then for a series or course of actions to be called a way. Thus we read of the way of God, the way of the wicked and the way of the righteous. Holiness is called a way, the way of God's Commandments,
then for a series or course of actions to be called a Way. Thus we read of the Way of God, the Way of the wicked and the Way of the righteous. Holiness is called a Way, the Way of God's commandments,
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1. The first is his more general course, common to him with all Christians; this lieth in the discharge of those duties which concern him as a Creature, with reference to God as his Creator, or as a Christian, with reference to Christ as his Redeemer. There is a great deal of such common duty, which belongeth to every one under these circumstances.
1. The First is his more general course, Common to him with all Christians; this lies in the discharge of those duties which concern him as a Creature, with Referente to God as his Creator, or as a Christian, with Referente to christ as his Redeemer. There is a great deal of such Common duty, which belongeth to every one under these Circumstances.
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This, to note the certainty and steadiness of our indeavours, is compared to a walk, to denote the alacrity, and chearfulness, and readiness of our spirits to it, is compared to a Race; we are not to sit still and take our rest,
This, to note the certainty and steadiness of our endeavours, is compared to a walk, to denote the alacrity, and cheerfulness, and readiness of our spirits to it, is compared to a Raze; we Are not to fit still and take our rest,
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Thus Pauls course was his duty as an Apostle, and a Minister of Jesus Christ. Another mans course is his duty as a Magistrate or in any degree of Superiority to others,
Thus Paul's course was his duty as an Apostle, and a Minister of jesus christ. another men course is his duty as a Magistrate or in any degree of Superiority to Others,
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Paul here speaketh with reference to both, both his duties as a Christian and his duty as an Apostle The Christians reward in heaven is sometimes compared to a Crown, and a Victory, to let us know that we must fight for it, sometimes to a rest, to teach us that we must labour for it, Heb. 4.11.
Paul Here speaks with Referente to both, both his duties as a Christian and his duty as an Apostle The Christians reward in heaven is sometime compared to a Crown, and a Victory, to let us know that we must fight for it, sometime to a rest, to teach us that we must labour for it, Hebrew 4.11.
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and so run that we may obtain, striving after Perfection (as the Apostle speaketh, Heb. 6.1.) the finishing of our course signify the two things. 1. That we must do the whole work which God hath given us to do.
and so run that we may obtain, striving After Perfection (as the Apostle speaks, Hebrew 6.1.) the finishing of our course signify the two things. 1. That we must do the Whole work which God hath given us to do.
2. That we must not give over until it be all done, we must not be weary of well doing, the promise of Victory is to him who overcometh, the promise of reaping is to him that is not weary, that fainteth not.
2. That we must not give over until it be all done, we must not be weary of well doing, the promise of Victory is to him who Overcometh, the promise of reaping is to him that is not weary, that fainteth not.
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1. Sometimes it is of the same import with faithfulness, Rom. 3.3. shall their unbelief make the faith of God of none effect? That is, the faithfulness of God. Gods truth to his word, his faithfulness to his promise; so Matth. 23.23.
1. Sometime it is of the same import with faithfulness, Rom. 3.3. shall their unbelief make the faith of God of none Effect? That is, the faithfulness of God. God's truth to his word, his faithfulness to his promise; so Matthew 23.23.
2. Faith in Scripture doth very often signify the Doctrine of faith. Thus you read, Acts 6.7. a great company of the Priests were obedient to the faith:
2. Faith in Scripture does very often signify the Doctrine of faith. Thus you read, Acts 6.7. a great company of the Priests were obedient to the faith:
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That is, to the Doctrine of the Gospel, the Doctrine of faith. so Rom. 12.6. Let us Prophecy, according to the Proportion of faith, that is, of our knowledge of the Doctrine of faith. I take this to be a great part of the sense of these words;
That is, to the Doctrine of the Gospel, the Doctrine of faith. so Rom. 12.6. Let us Prophecy, according to the Proportion of faith, that is, of our knowledge of the Doctrine of faith. I take this to be a great part of the sense of these words;
Paul elsewhere speaketh of the Gospel as of a thing committed to his trust, now saith he, I have kept the faith. He had kept his own heart from erring,
Paul elsewhere speaks of the Gospel as of a thing committed to his trust, now Says he, I have kept the faith. He had kept his own heart from erring,
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and prevail upon those Churches, which he had planted, or which had been under his watering, he had kept it personally, so that in his own Judgment he had not warped from it,
and prevail upon those Churches, which he had planted, or which had been under his watering, he had kept it personally, so that in his own Judgement he had not warped from it,
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This was a piece of his good fight and a piece of his course as a Minister. And this must be the business of a Christian, contending earnestly for the faith, which was once delivered to the Saints.
This was a piece of his good fight and a piece of his course as a Minister. And this must be the business of a Christian, contending earnestly for the faith, which was once Delivered to the Saints.
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or receiveth, committeth it self unto, resteth upon the Person of the Mediator, which in Scripture is called a believing in him, and in his name. Thus the Apostle often useth it, Ro. 5.1. Being justified by faith we have peace with God, and so in a multitude of other texts in holy Writ.
or receives, Committeth it self unto, rests upon the Person of the Mediator, which in Scripture is called a believing in him, and in his name. Thus the Apostle often uses it, Ro. 5.1. Being justified by faith we have peace with God, and so in a multitude of other texts in holy Writ.
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This that Christian that hopes for the Crown of righteousness must also keep, he must dye in the faith, not only steadily assenting to the Doctrine of the Gospel,
This that Christian that hope's for the Crown of righteousness must also keep, he must die in the faith, not only steadily assenting to the Doctrine of the Gospel,
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but in a steady affiance and recumbency upon the Lord Jesus Christ. This is now the third condition annexed to the obtaining of the Crown of righteousness. The 4th is a loving of Christs appearing. Here arise two Questions. 1. What appearing is here meant? 2. What is this to love the appearance of the Lord Jesus Christ?
but in a steady affiance and recumbency upon the Lord jesus christ. This is now the third condition annexed to the obtaining of the Crown of righteousness. The 4th is a loving of Christ appearing. Here arise two Questions. 1. What appearing is Here meant? 2. What is this to love the appearance of the Lord jesus christ?
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The Orginal word here translated appearing, is NONLATINALPHABET, it signifieth a bright, and glorious appearance, it is used to express Christs first coming into the world, his manifestation in the flesh, — But is now made manifest by the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ, 2 Tim. 1.10. That first coming of his was attended with a great deal of glory, proclaimed by Angels, ushered in by a Messenger, sent as an harbinger before his face to prepare his way, declared by a new Star conducting the wise men from the east to Hierusalem, and then to Bethlehem, to inquire for him.
The Original word Here translated appearing, is, it signifies a bright, and glorious appearance, it is used to express Christ First coming into the world, his manifestation in the Flesh, — But is now made manifest by the appearing of our Lord jesus christ, 2 Tim. 1.10. That First coming of his was attended with a great deal of glory, proclaimed by Angels, ushered in by a Messenger, sent as an harbinger before his face to prepare his Way, declared by a new Star conducting the wise men from the east to Jerusalem, and then to Bethlehem, to inquire for him.
when he shall descend from Heaven with a shout, with the voice of an Archangel and with the trump of God, 1 Thessal. 4.26. with ten thousands of his Saints, Jud. 14. This is by the Apostle called a glorious appearance as, 1 Pet. 1.7. Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearance of our Lord, and Saviour Jesus Christ.
when he shall descend from Heaven with a shout, with the voice of an Archangel and with the trump of God, 1 Thessal. 4.26. with ten thousands of his Saints, Jud. 14. This is by the Apostle called a glorious appearance as, 1 Pet. 1.7. Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearance of our Lord, and Saviour jesus christ.
If it be understood of the first, the sense is much the same with that, Rejoicing in Christ Jesus in opposition to an having a confidence in the flesh, mentioned 3 Philip. 3. In this sense the loving his appearing, is the loving of him,
If it be understood of the First, the sense is much the same with that, Rejoicing in christ jesus in opposition to an having a confidence in the Flesh, mentioned 3 Philip. 3. In this sense the loving his appearing, is the loving of him,
as God manifested in the flesh, the accepting, and receiving of him, as our Saviour and the Mediator betwixt God and man, a breathing after him, and delighting in him:
as God manifested in the Flesh, the accepting, and receiving of him, as our Saviour and the Mediator betwixt God and man, a breathing After him, and delighting in him:
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Love is nothing else but a pleasant motion of the Soul of man towards an Object, by which discerning some goodness and excellency in it, it takes a secret complacency in the meditations, and speculations of it: By desire moves toward it,
Love is nothing Else but a pleasant motion of the Soul of man towards an Object, by which discerning Some Goodness and excellency in it, it Takes a secret complacency in the meditations, and speculations of it: By desire moves towards it,
There is a rejoycing of hope as well as of fruition, for hope (especially that hope which is the daughter of that faith which is the evidence of things not seen ) giveth the Soul an union (though of the lowest degree) with its object, and so is productive of a proportionable joy. Now my text saith, that for all those who thus fight the good fight, finish their course, keep the faith, and love the appearance of Christ, there is laid up a Crown of righteousness which the Lord, the righteous judge, will in that day give out. In that day;
There is a rejoicing of hope as well as of fruition, for hope (especially that hope which is the daughter of that faith which is the evidence of things not seen) gives the Soul an Union (though of the lowest degree) with its Object, and so is productive of a proportionable joy. Now my text Says, that for all those who thus fight the good fight, finish their course, keep the faith, and love the appearance of christ, there is laid up a Crown of righteousness which the Lord, the righteous judge, will in that day give out. In that day;
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Paul indeed had been speaking in the verse before of the time of his departure, which he had told us was at hand, and it is certain that at the day of death the Souls of believers do immediately pass into glory but yet this seemeth not to be the day here mentioned.
Paul indeed had been speaking in the verse before of the time of his departure, which he had told us was At hand, and it is certain that At the day of death the Souls of believers do immediately pass into glory but yet this seems not to be the day Here mentioned.
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2. Rather the day of Christs second appearing, Emphatically called that day, because there never was nor ever will be any day like unto that day, the People of God shall in the day of their departure, be taken into glory, that is, their Souls shall,
2. Rather the day of Christ second appearing, Emphatically called that day, Because there never was nor ever will be any day like unto that day, the People of God shall in the day of their departure, be taken into glory, that is, their Souls shall,
but their bodies rest in their graves until that day, so as the glory of the Saints before that day, the day of Christs coming to Judgment, shall be imperfect,
but their bodies rest in their graves until that day, so as the glory of the Saints before that day, the day of Christ coming to Judgement, shall be imperfect,
The Lord hath given Christ power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to whomsoever he pleased, Joh. 17.2. 2. The text calls it a Crown of Righteousness, and saith the righteous judge will give it.
The Lord hath given christ power over all Flesh, that he should give Eternal life to whomsoever he pleased, John 17.2. 2. The text calls it a Crown of Righteousness, and Says the righteous judge will give it.
In the justification of a sinner, he so declareth his grace that he also declares his righteousness, Rom. 3.25.26, speaking of Christ whom (saith he) God hath set forth to be a propitiation through his blood, to declare his Righteousness for the Remission of sins that are past through the forbearance of God:
In the justification of a sinner, he so Declareth his grace that he also declares his righteousness, Rom. 3.25.26, speaking of christ whom (Says he) God hath Set forth to be a propitiation through his blood, to declare his Righteousness for the Remission of Sins that Are passed through the forbearance of God:
and purchase, and of the Fathers Righteousness as it is but a just and righteous thing, that he should satisfy the Covenant of Redemption and fulfil the eternal contract made with the Son of his love,
and purchase, and of the Father's Righteousness as it is but a just and righteous thing, that he should satisfy the Covenant of Redemption and fulfil the Eternal contract made with the Son of his love,
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The promises of the new name, the white stone, the hidden manna are all made unto those who overcome, those who will obtain must run, 1 Cor. 9.24. 2. There is a great relation between a fight, a conquest, and a crown; I observed to you before that the promises of Heaven are made to such as overcome, Rev. 2.17. ch. 3.12. ch. 3.21. Rev. 21.7. There is a relation also betwixt running in a race, and getting of the prize, Gal. 2.2. Gal. 5.7. 1 Cor. 9.24. Again, there is always a relation betwixt the means, and the end.
The promises of the new name, the white stone, the hidden manna Are all made unto those who overcome, those who will obtain must run, 1 Cor. 9.24. 2. There is a great Relation between a fight, a conquest, and a crown; I observed to you before that the promises of Heaven Are made to such as overcome, Rev. 2.17. changed. 3.12. changed. 3.21. Rev. 21.7. There is a Relation also betwixt running in a raze, and getting of the prize, Gal. 2.2. Gal. 5.7. 1 Cor. 9.24. Again, there is always a Relation betwixt the means, and the end.
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The means in this case must not be natural but instituted, now these are the means which (as I have shewed you) God hath appointed in order to the obtaining of this blessed end.
The means in this case must not be natural but instituted, now these Are the means which (as I have showed you) God hath appointed in order to the obtaining of this blessed end.
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1. In his providing for us a Crown. God in Scripture is said to have prepared for us Mansions, Rest, a better Country, a more induring Substance, but this is not all, he hath also prepared for us a Crown. If those who are tickled with honour,
1. In his providing for us a Crown. God in Scripture is said to have prepared for us Mansions, Rest, a better Country, a more enduring Substance, but this is not all, he hath also prepared for us a Crown. If those who Are tickled with honour,
and ditch, go through thick, and thin for it, had but faith as a grain of mustard seed to believe this notion of Heaven, the Kingdom of Heaven would again suffer violence, and the violent would storm it.
and ditch, go through thick, and thin for it, had but faith as a grain of mustard seed to believe this notion of Heaven, the Kingdom of Heaven would again suffer violence, and the violent would storm it.
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The head of the meanest Saint in the day of Judgment, will be a Crowned Head. They have an anointing now, they will be crowned then, when they dye they shall enter into rest, but in the Resurrection they shall be crowned.
The head of the Meanest Saint in the day of Judgement, will be a Crowned Head. They have an anointing now, they will be crowned then, when they die they shall enter into rest, but in the Resurrection they shall be crowned.
and prone to seek great things for our selves, to invite us first to seek the Kingdom of God, and the Righteousness thereof. Who would labour for dust,
and prove to seek great things for our selves, to invite us First to seek the Kingdom of God, and the Righteousness thereof. Who would labour for dust,
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and pebles, when he may labour for pearls, and those of great price? Who would sweat for a peny when he may for a little sweating have a crown? How should this notion of our future blessed state, send us all home this day with David, to sit down in our houses before the Lord and say, Who are we O Lord God, that thou hast brought us hitherto? And this was yet a small thing.
and pebbles, when he may labour for Pearls, and those of great price? Who would sweat for a penny when he may for a little sweating have a crown? How should this notion of our future blessed state, send us all home this day with David, to fit down in our houses before the Lord and say, Who Are we Oh Lord God, that thou hast brought us hitherto? And this was yet a small thing.
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In this day the Saints are called with an holy calling, they are justified, adopted, in that day they shall be crowned, that the Lord should not only speak of a reward for us,
In this day the Saints Are called with an holy calling, they Are justified, adopted, in that day they shall be crowned, that the Lord should not only speak of a reward for us,
nor is it an earthly Crown which is clogged with care, incumbred with thorns, but a Crown of life, a Crown of glory. Surely a less thing then a Crown might have been enough for the worms of the earth,
nor is it an earthly Crown which is clogged with care, encumbered with thorns, but a Crown of life, a Crown of glory. Surely a less thing then a Crown might have been enough for the worms of the earth,
This God must give as a King, the reward is too great for us to conceive, too great for us to receive, only it is not too great for God to give, which of us can think any more of merit when he heareth the reward of Heaven called a Crown? The notion of a Crown sets it above the Proportion of merit.
This God must give as a King, the reward is too great for us to conceive, too great for us to receive, only it is not too great for God to give, which of us can think any more of merit when he hears the reward of Heaven called a Crown? The notion of a Crown sets it above the Proportion of merit.
2. That the Lord should not only provide a Crown for us, but also make it a Crown of Righteousness, thereby giving us the greatest security imaginable for our receiving of it.
2. That the Lord should not only provide a Crown for us, but also make it a Crown of Righteousness, thereby giving us the greatest security imaginable for our receiving of it.
3. It is a Crown laid up, prepared for us, saith our Saviour, Math. 25. Laid up for us (saith our Apostle) a Crown not in our own keeping, laid up in the inalterable Counsels of God, laid up in the promises of the Gospel, laid up in the hands of Christ.
3. It is a Crown laid up, prepared for us, Says our Saviour, Math. 25. Laid up for us (Says our Apostle) a Crown not in our own keeping, laid up in the inalterable Counsels of God, laid up in the promises of the Gospel, laid up in the hands of christ.
Gods People are kept by faith through the power of God for this Crown, and the Crown is in safe keeping for them, John 10.27, 28. My sheep hear my voice,
God's People Are kept by faith through the power of God for this Crown, and the Crown is in safe keeping for them, John 10.27, 28. My sheep hear my voice,
After all our fighting the good fight, running the race, keeping the faith, there is yet a room for a gift in the disposal of this Crown to the Saints;
After all our fighting the good fight, running the raze, keeping the faith, there is yet a room for a gift in the disposal of this Crown to the Saints;
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where there is no purchase nor any natural claim, what can give us a title to Heaven save only gift and Righteousness? If it be righteous for God to give it,
where there is no purchase nor any natural claim, what can give us a title to Heaven save only gift and Righteousness? If it be righteous for God to give it,
Secondly, this discourse will inform us, How vain the expectations of this Crown of Righteousness a great many nourish, nothing more discovereth a mans weakness,
Secondly, this discourse will inform us, How vain the Expectations of this Crown of Righteousness a great many nourish, nothing more Discovereth a men weakness,
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then vain, and ungrounded hopes, and expectations, building castles in the air (as we say) yet admitting the truth of the latter Proposition that the Crown of Righteousness shall be given to none but such as fight the good fight, such as finish their course, as keep the faith, as love the appearance of Christ; How vain must the hopes of the greatest number of expectants of this nature be? Would the generality of men and women in our Parishes admit us to come so near them,
then vain, and ungrounded hope's, and Expectations, building Castles in the air (as we say) yet admitting the truth of the latter Proposition that the Crown of Righteousness shall be given to none but such as fight the good fight, such as finish their course, as keep the faith, as love the appearance of christ; How vain must the hope's of the greatest number of expectants of this nature be? Would the generality of men and women in our Parishes admit us to come so near them,
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as to ask them, sufficiently possessed of this that they must dye, what they think will become of their Souls at death? And of their bodies & souls in the resurrection from the dead.
as to ask them, sufficiently possessed of this that they must die, what they think will become of their Souls At death? And of their bodies & Souls in the resurrection from the dead.
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and the Crown it self must be a Crown of Righteousness as well as a Crown of life, glory and immortality. It is given out as a Crown of Christs Righteousness to those who are clothed with it;
and the Crown it self must be a Crown of Righteousness as well as a Crown of life, glory and immortality. It is given out as a Crown of Christ Righteousness to those who Are clothed with it;
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what is this to Souls out of Christ? To Souls that have not believed, that so his Righteousness might be imputed to them for Righteousness, to those who are not by faith united to Christ? Admit it to be the Crown that is the free reward of mans Righteousness, his holy,
what is this to Souls out of christ? To Souls that have not believed, that so his Righteousness might be imputed to them for Righteousness, to those who Are not by faith united to christ? Admit it to be the Crown that is the free reward of men Righteousness, his holy,
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and pure and sincere, though not perfect conversation, what claim can they lay to it, that live impure, unholy, filthy and unrighteous conversations? How shall the Crown (which is the Crown of Righteousness ) be given to him that is unrighteous? Admit it to be the Crown of Gods Righteousness (that is, his faithfulness to his word,
and pure and sincere, though not perfect Conversation, what claim can they lay to it, that live impure, unholy, filthy and unrighteous conversations? How shall the Crown (which is the Crown of Righteousness) be given to him that is unrighteous? Admit it to be the Crown of God's Righteousness (that is, his faithfulness to his word,
nay against whom he hath denounced many threatnings as to the contrary (as to the fulfilling of which his truth is as much concerned as it is as to his promises? He hath promised it,
nay against whom he hath denounced many threatenings as to the contrary (as to the fulfilling of which his truth is as much concerned as it is as to his promises? He hath promised it,
Ah how many are there that fight indeed, but is it the good fight? They are fighters against God, opposers of his interest, they would (if possible) root the very name of of God,
Ah how many Are there that fight indeed, but is it the good fight? They Are fighters against God, opposers of his Interest, they would (if possible) root the very name of of God,
or things who have any thing of Christs Image and Superscription upon them: others are fighters, great disturbers of humane societies with their quarrels.
or things who have any thing of Christ Image and Superscription upon them: Others Are fighters, great disturbers of humane societies with their quarrels.
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But now for the good fight which is to be managed against our passions & exorbitant affections, and all the motions of the Soul, that are contrary to the will of God,
But now for the good fight which is to be managed against our passion & exorbitant affections, and all the motions of the Soul, that Are contrary to the will of God,
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how few of those are to be found that fight this fight? How few are those that will manage an opposition for the glory of God against the temptations of the world? How few are there that can glory in this, that they have finished either their more general course as Christians,
how few of those Are to be found that fight this fight? How few Are those that will manage an opposition for the glory of God against the temptations of the world? How few Are there that can glory in this, that they have finished either their more general course as Christians,
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But leaving others, let us take the advantage of this discourse to enter into our own Souls and to commune with our own hearts, inquiring whether we be such Persons as when we shall be ready to dye,
But leaving Others, let us take the advantage of this discourse to enter into our own Souls and to commune with our own hearts, inquiring whither we be such Persons as when we shall be ready to die,
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& shall by any Providence of God be made apprehensive that the time of our departure is at hand, shall be able to say that henceforth there is laid up for us a Crown of Righteousness, which the righteous Judge shall in that day give out to all such,
& shall by any Providence of God be made apprehensive that the time of our departure is At hand, shall be able to say that henceforth there is laid up for us a Crown of Righteousness, which the righteous Judge shall in that day give out to all such,
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To satisfy us as to these things, we have heard in the explication of this text that we have several things to inquire upon, they may be reduced to six or seven heads.
To satisfy us as to these things, we have herd in the explication of this text that we have several things to inquire upon, they may be reduced to six or seven Heads.
You shall observe, that a sinful walking in holy Writ is very ordinarily expressed by a walking according to the counsels, and imaginations of our own hearts;
You shall observe, that a sinful walking in holy Writ is very ordinarily expressed by a walking according to the Counsels, and Imaginations of our own hearts;
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so contrary are the natural desires, counsels, and imaginations of the heart of man to the revealed will of God, there is no surer sign of a wicked man,
so contrary Are the natural Desires, Counsels, and Imaginations of the heart of man to the revealed will of God, there is no Surer Signen of a wicked man,
then for him to walk after his own imaginations or for him (to use Jobs expression) to suffer his heart to walk after his Eyes. Hence self-denial is by our Saviour made the condition,
then for him to walk After his own Imaginations or for him (to use Jobs expression) to suffer his heart to walk After his Eyes. Hence self-denial is by our Saviour made the condition,
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and character, of being one of his disciples, and we are often in Scripture Commanded to mortify our members, and the deeds of our bodies. This kind of conversation, which lyeth in the gratifying of our sensitive appetites, is the broad way, in which many walk,
and character, of being one of his Disciples, and we Are often in Scripture Commanded to mortify our members, and the Deeds of our bodies. This kind of Conversation, which lies in the gratifying of our sensitive appetites, is the broad Way, in which many walk,
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It is most certain that the generality of the men of the world love no Child of God as such, they are two different seeds betwixt which there ever was,
It is most certain that the generality of the men of the world love no Child of God as such, they Are two different seeds betwixt which there ever was,
The truth is their open war is better than their dissembled amity, but that also requires in us wisdom, when to oppose so as not to suffer as evil doers,
The truth is their open war is better than their dissembled amity, but that also requires in us Wisdom, when to oppose so as not to suffer as evil doers,
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It is a great thing, not to be called, but to be a Christian, and in Christianity, Tantum es, quantum agis, a man is just so much as he acteth in an uniform obedience, having a regard to all the Commandments of God.
It is a great thing, not to be called, but to be a Christian, and in Christianity, Tantum es, quantum Agis, a man is just so much as he Acts in an uniform Obedience, having a regard to all the commandments of God.
but that particular course which God hath set us, how we have managed our duties as parents, Children, Husbands, Wives, Masters, Servants, Magistrates or Subjects, Ministers or People, &c.
but that particular course which God hath Set us, how we have managed our duties as Parents, Children, Husbands, Wives, Masters, Servants, Magistrates or Subject's, Ministers or People, etc.
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but we must take heed of warping in such points as a warping in is inconsistent with the exercise of repentance and faith. I will not undertake punctually to determine what things are to be believed upon pain of damnation,
but we must take heed of warping in such points as a warping in is inconsistent with the exercise of Repentance and faith. I will not undertake punctually to determine what things Are to be believed upon pain of damnation,
The Scriptures are so full of texts giving testimony to the necessity of faith in Christ in order to eternal salvation, that I need not instance in many, see John 3.18, 36. the Scripture saith expresly, that he that believeth not shall be damned, God hath made an inseparable connexion betwixt faith in the Mediator, in him whom God hath sent, and eternal life and salvation;
The Scriptures Are so full of texts giving testimony to the necessity of faith in christ in order to Eternal salvation, that I need not instance in many, see John 3.18, 36. the Scripture Says expressly, that he that Believeth not shall be damned, God hath made an inseparable connexion betwixt faith in the Mediator, in him whom God hath sent, and Eternal life and salvation;
He is one who fighteth the good fight, who not only runneth but finisheth his course, who not only receiveth but keeps the faith, &c. The labours of such persons, their difficulties, their pressures are usually not a few, not light,
He is one who fights the good fight, who not only Runneth but finisheth his course, who not only receives but keeps the faith, etc. The labours of such Persons, their difficulties, their pressures Are usually not a few, not Light,
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Let them therefore keep their Eye upon the recompense of reward, Jacobs prospect of a Rachel made his fourteen years hard service seem to him but as a few days.
Let them Therefore keep their Eye upon the recompense of reward, Jacobs prospect of a Rachel made his fourteen Years hard service seem to him but as a few days.
What should the prospect of this mighty reward, this glorious crown do? The Apostle having his thoughts upon the exceeding weight of glory, calls the afflictions of this life light and momentany.
What should the prospect of this mighty reward, this glorious crown do? The Apostle having his thoughts upon the exceeding weight of glory, calls the afflictions of this life Light and momentany.
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Secondly, It relieveth us against all our doubts, and fears, about our eternal state, the promise is made to, pious affections and actions, not to Spiritual enjoyments; a man may love both the first, and second appearance of Christ, he may fight the good fight, finish his course, keep the faith, and yet walk in the dark and see no light,
Secondly, It relieves us against all our doubts, and fears, about our Eternal state, the promise is made to, pious affections and actions, not to Spiritual enjoyments; a man may love both the First, and second appearance of christ, he may fight the good fight, finish his course, keep the faith, and yet walk in the dark and see no Light,
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Let others be ingaged in the bad fights of the world, let them if they will be found fighters against God, against his truths, ways, ordinances, people, his interest and whole concern in the world, let others be finishing their courses of sin and wickedness till their sins being finished shall bring forth death.
Let Others be engaged in the bad fights of the world, let them if they will be found fighters against God, against his truths, ways, ordinances, people, his Interest and Whole concern in the world, let Others be finishing their courses of since and wickedness till their Sins being finished shall bring forth death.
This Sirs is not your fight, this is not the good fight, this is not your course, it is not that for which God sent you into the world for, not the work which he hath given you to do, let others who have begun well in all appearance, be weary, & faint, & turn back with the dog to the vomit, & the swine to the wallowing again in the mire, remember you that God hath promised you shall reap if you faint not.
This Sirs is not your fight, this is not the good fight, this is not your course, it is not that for which God sent you into the world for, not the work which he hath given you to do, let Others who have begun well in all appearance, be weary, & faint, & turn back with the dog to the vomit, & the Swine to the wallowing again in the mire, Remember you that God hath promised you shall reap if you faint not.
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while I sound a retreat to them from that bad fight wherein they are ingaged, did ever any man fight against God and prosper? How happy might you be if you would be persuaded to understand your true enemies,
while I found a retreat to them from that bad fight wherein they Are engaged, did ever any man fight against God and prosper? How happy might you be if you would be persuaded to understand your true enemies,
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God hath set all of us in some particular Relation or other, scarce any amongst us but have more then the charge of our own Souls upon us, some of us are set in Conjugal Relations, some in Parental Relations, some in a Despotick Relation as Governours of Servants.
God hath Set all of us in Some particular Relation or other, scarce any among us but have more then the charge of our own Souls upon us, Some of us Are Set in Conjugal Relations, Some in Parental Relations, Some in a Despotic Relation as Governors of Servants.
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O let us be all able to say, As to these we have finished our course, we have done the work which (as to them) God hath given us to do, we shall find it an hard matter cheerfully to look upon the day of our departure as at hand,
O let us be all able to say, As to these we have finished our course, we have done the work which (as to them) God hath given us to do, we shall find it an hard matter cheerfully to look upon the day of our departure as At hand,
I must confess there are some mourners, to whom something may be said to satisfy them, from the Revelation of the good, and irresistible will of God, and such other Topicks, but little to comfort them concerning those that are gone.
I must confess there Are Some mourners, to whom something may be said to satisfy them, from the Revelation of the good, and irresistible will of God, and such other Topicks, but little to Comfort them Concerning those that Are gone.
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We have no reason to mourn, there is a Crown of Righteousness, which the Righteous Lord hath in part already set upon their heads (their Souls are in Abrahams Bosom ) and with which he will further incompass their heads, dignify both their Souls and Bodies in that day, that glorious day, in the expectation of which we live,
We have no reason to mourn, there is a Crown of Righteousness, which the Righteous Lord hath in part already Set upon their Heads (their Souls Are in Abrahams Bosom) and with which he will further encompass their Heads, dignify both their Souls and Bodies in that day, that glorious day, in the expectation of which we live,
for which I have this day turned out of the common road of my discourse to take notice of Gods Providence to us in taking from us a Servant of his in the great work of the Gospel:
for which I have this day turned out of the Common road of my discourse to take notice of God's Providence to us in taking from us a Servant of his in the great work of the Gospel:
& happiness of our friends, & our sorrow for him as a publick loss, is much alleviated, by that useless condition (as to publick service) into which the wisdom of the Divine Providence had brought him for some years,
& happiness of our Friends, & our sorrow for him as a public loss, is much alleviated, by that useless condition (as to public service) into which the Wisdom of the Divine Providence had brought him for Some Years,
and bred up amongst you, I shall limit my discourse concerning him by my Text, having nothing in further design then to shew you, that we who believe that there is a Crown of Righteousness laid up for some, which the Righteous Judge will one day give out to all such as love his appearance, have no reason for any dissatisfaction at this dispensation of Divine Providence,
and bred up among you, I shall limit my discourse Concerning him by my Text, having nothing in further Design then to show you, that we who believe that there is a Crown of Righteousness laid up for Some, which the Righteous Judge will one day give out to all such as love his appearance, have no reason for any dissatisfaction At this Dispensation of Divine Providence,
because we have reason to hope that he was one of those who fought the good fight, who finished his course, who kept the faith, who loved the appearance of our Lord Jesus.
Because we have reason to hope that he was one of those who fought the good fight, who finished his course, who kept the faith, who loved the appearance of our Lord jesus.
It respecteth the World, the Flesh, or the Devil; as to the World, there was none who knew him, who can accuse him of any pursuit of it, none who saw not his neglect of it, he contented himself with a competency of it,
It respecteth the World, the Flesh, or the devil; as to the World, there was none who knew him, who can accuse him of any pursuit of it, none who saw not his neglect of it, he contented himself with a competency of it,
and could not be tempted to mend his commons in it, by a compliance in any thing which he judged sinful, he was no man of pleasure, none of those who sought great things for himself.
and could not be tempted to mend his commons in it, by a compliance in any thing which he judged sinful, he was no man of pleasure, none of those who sought great things for himself.
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and withal to exercise (what he judged) a good conscience, but when he saw he could not do that, the profits of such service was no temptation to him, he rather chose to live upon the little God had given him,
and withal to exercise (what he judged) a good conscience, but when he saw he could not do that, the profits of such service was no temptation to him, he rather chosen to live upon the little God had given him,
and occasionally to preach the Gospel where he had an opportunity offered for near twenty years before God took him from us (though indeed for 5 or 6 of those years) he was not fit for any publick service of that nature.
and occasionally to preach the Gospel where he had an opportunity offered for near twenty Years before God took him from us (though indeed for 5 or 6 of those Years) he was not fit for any public service of that nature.
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It were infinite to recount all his doubts and fears, some respecting his Spiritual and Eternal State: Some, with reference to the Actions of his life, so as there was not the most lawful action of his life, which he was not at one time,
It were infinite to recount all his doubts and fears, Some respecting his Spiritual and Eternal State: some, with Referente to the Actions of his life, so as there was not the most lawful actium of his life, which he was not At one time,
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and acquaintance with the Covenant of Grace, (which he was observed almost always to make the subject of his Sermons in later years) that he was not many months in those combates;
and acquaintance with the Covenant of Grace, (which he was observed almost always to make the Subject of his Sermons in later Years) that he was not many months in those combats;
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but under the latter he laboured some years, indeed so long, as in the whole course of my Ministry, I never knew any who was infested with those Temptations, but was overthrown by them (if they continued) in much shorter times.
but under the latter he laboured Some Years, indeed so long, as in the Whole course of my Ministry, I never knew any who was infested with those Temptations, but was overthrown by them (if they continued) in much shorter times.
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He must put an end to his days, he was not able to bear the impetus of the Temptation. Both my self and others would speak what we judged proper in the cause,
He must put an end to his days, he was not able to bear the impetus of the Temptation. Both my self and Others would speak what we judged proper in the cause,
and that with that violence as I scarce ever knew, I learned in my daily converse with this good man, the great advantage which true faith in any gives a Minister of the Gospel in such an hour of temptation: over what he hath towards one who hath no such root of Grace.
and that with that violence as I scarce ever knew, I learned in my daily converse with this good man, the great advantage which true faith in any gives a Minister of the Gospel in such an hour of temptation: over what he hath towards one who hath not such root of Grace.
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Knowing that if God would bless my discourses, to revive his faith in such Revelations of Holy Writ, I should countermine his adversary, whose design was to blow up his Soul, by the hopes of a freedom from a temporary affliction and misery.
Knowing that if God would bless my discourses, to revive his faith in such Revelations of Holy Writ, I should countermine his adversary, whose Design was to blow up his Soul, by the hope's of a freedom from a temporary affliction and misery.
and himself (if out of his bed) was almost always alone upon his knees, such was his condition, that his friends durst not have trusted him the twentieth part of that time alone,
and himself (if out of his Bed) was almost always alone upon his knees, such was his condition, that his Friends durst not have trusted him the twentieth part of that time alone,
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After the spending of some years in this degree of deep affliction, it pleased God in a great degree to rebuke the Tempter, that although his bodily distemper yet continued,
After the spending of Some Years in this degree of deep affliction, it pleased God in a great degree to rebuke the Tempter, that although his bodily distemper yet continued,
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3. As to his keeping the faith. As he was known to all that conversed with him to be sound in the Doctrine of faith. So two things spake the exercise of the habit of that Grace in him.
3. As to his keeping the faith. As he was known to all that conversed with him to be found in the Doctrine of faith. So two things spoke the exercise of the habit of that Grace in him.
and when he hardly regarded either Wife or Child coming to him, yet he was so regardful of this, that he missed Prayer, if at any time any of us had come to him,
and when he hardly regarded either Wife or Child coming to him, yet he was so regardful of this, that he missed Prayer, if At any time any of us had come to him,
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and much deprived him also of a liberty of speech, we had not that lightsome evidence of his desire to be dissolved, which we might have expected from such a conversation.
and much deprived him also of a liberty of speech, we had not that lightsome evidence of his desire to be dissolved, which we might have expected from such a Conversation.
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or repining, added to the former spending of his life in a constant preparation for death, may satisfy us, that he was one who loved the appearance of our Lord Jesus.
or repining, added to the former spending of his life in a constant preparation for death, may satisfy us, that he was one who loved the appearance of our Lord jesus.
Now I say, if we have a sufficient evidence to hope, that he was indeed one who fought the good fight, who had finished his course, who kept the faith,
Now I say, if we have a sufficient evidence to hope, that he was indeed one who fought the good fight, who had finished his course, who kept the faith,
what reason have we to mourn? Nay, if we consider what a man of griefs and sorrows he was in his latter time, what an ill habit of body he had contracted, what a variety of diseases he was incumbred with,
what reason have we to mourn? Nay, if we Consider what a man of griefs and sorrows he was in his latter time, what an ill habit of body he had contracted, what a variety of diseases he was encumbered with,
yet there may be some cause of sorrow upon the account of the Churches loss; and never was there a greater cause of mourning for Godly Ministers, then at this day.
yet there may be Some cause of sorrow upon the account of the Churches loss; and never was there a greater cause of mourning for Godly Ministers, then At this day.
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God by his Providence had made him dead to us, before he died, and except in a miraculous way, we could not reasonably have expected a Resurrection, (a recovery I mean to any degree of usefulness.)
God by his Providence had made him dead to us, before he died, and except in a miraculous Way, we could not reasonably have expected a Resurrection, (a recovery I mean to any degree of usefulness.)
What remains but that we should lay our hands upon our mouths, or if we will open them, bless God who hath granted us to see him (after so long a scuffle with the great Enemy of Mankind) depart in peace; that he might see the Lords Salvation,
What remains but that we should lay our hands upon our mouths, or if we will open them, bless God who hath granted us to see him (After so long a scuffle with the great Enemy of Mankind) depart in peace; that he might see the lords Salvation,
NONLATINALPHABET: a second law, because it for the most part containeth a repetition of the law of God, formerly given unto this people by Moses; Moses having in the former Chapter given them an account of some precepts that God formerly delivered to them, he here presseth them to obedience,
: a second law, Because it for the most part Containeth a repetition of the law of God, formerly given unto this people by Moses; Moses having in the former Chapter given them an account of Some Precepts that God formerly Delivered to them, he Here Presseth them to Obedience,
and lived upon his hand, and an exceeding jealousy, lest when they came into the land of Canaan, they should forget the great God who had done so much for them,
and lived upon his hand, and an exceeding jealousy, lest when they Come into the land of Canaan, they should forget the great God who had done so much for them,
we all know what is meant by wealth, my whole business will lie upon the demonstration of this truth, that it is the Lord that giveth men power to get wealth,
we all know what is meant by wealth, my Whole business will lie upon the demonstration of this truth, that it is the Lord that gives men power to get wealth,
and to shew what influence God hath upon men, as to their gaining of outward estates, 1 Sam. 2.7. The Lord maketh poor, and maketh rich, Eccl. 6.2. A man to whom God hath given riches, wealth, and honour — chap. 9.11. — the race is not to the swift, nor the battel to the strong;
and to show what influence God hath upon men, as to their gaining of outward estates, 1 Sam. 2.7. The Lord makes poor, and makes rich, Ecclesiastes 6.2. A man to whom God hath given riches, wealth, and honour — chap. 9.11. — the raze is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong;
All wealth and outward estate, cometh to a man, by inheritance, or marriage, or by gift, or by labour; let me shew you a little the influence God hath upon all these.
All wealth and outward estate, comes to a man, by inheritance, or marriage, or by gift, or by labour; let me show you a little the influence God hath upon all these.
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1. It is the Lord that maketh Heirs, and who maketh Matches; we have two Proverbs in this case, which are very true, we use to say, God maketh Heirs, and Matches are made in heaven, both are true;
1. It is the Lord that makes Heirs, and who makes Matches; we have two Proverbs in this case, which Are very true, we use to say, God makes Heirs, and Matches Are made in heaven, both Are true;
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Let us consider the influence the Lord hath upon Heirs, and this will easily be confessed by whosoever acknowledgeth that the issues of life and death are from the Lord, the fruit of the Womb is from the Lord, and the issues of life and death are in the hand of the Lord;
Let us Consider the influence the Lord hath upon Heirs, and this will Easily be confessed by whosoever acknowledgeth that the issues of life and death Are from the Lord, the fruit of the Womb is from the Lord, and the issues of life and death Are in the hand of the Lord;
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Maresha was a City in Judah, it is mentioned also, Josh. 15.44. Abraham told God, Gen. 15.3. One born in his house was his heir, God tells him, v. 4. — This shall not be thine heir, one born of thy bowels, shall be thy heir, Psal. 30.22.
Maresha was a city in Judah, it is mentioned also, Josh. 15.44. Abraham told God, Gen. 15.3. One born in his house was his heir, God tells him, v. 4. — This shall not be thine heir, one born of thy bowels, shall be thy heir, Psalm 30.22.
For such as be blessed of him shall inherit the earth — Sometimes a handmaid is heir to her Mistress, which is one of the three things for which the earth groaned,
For such as be blessed of him shall inherit the earth — Sometime a handmaid is heir to her Mistress, which is one of the three things for which the earth groaned,
and in a collateral line? who would have said that Mephibosheth should have been heir to his Grandfather Saul, as, 2 Sam. 9.7. And David said unto him, fear not, for I will surely shew thee kindness, for Jonathan thy Fathers sake, and will restore thee all the Land of Saul thy Father — or who would have thought the Israelites should have been heirs unto the Canaanites? It is the Lord that thus giveth a power to get wealth;
and in a collateral line? who would have said that Mephibosheth should have been heir to his Grandfather Saul, as, 2 Sam. 9.7. And David said unto him, Fear not, for I will surely show thee kindness, for Johnathan thy Father's sake, and will restore thee all the Land of Saul thy Father — or who would have Thought the Israelites should have been Heirs unto the Canaanites? It is the Lord that thus gives a power to get wealth;
I know nothing wherein the strange power and providence of God is more seen, then in uniting the affections of that man and woman together, whom he hath ordained each for other, a man or woman shall bestow their Estates upon persons whom they never knew, never heard of; nay.
I know nothing wherein the strange power and providence of God is more seen, then in uniting the affections of that man and woman together, whom he hath ordained each for other, a man or woman shall bestow their Estates upon Persons whom they never knew, never herd of; nay.
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he it was that gave the Israelites favour in the sight of the Aegyptians, Exod. 11.3. And the Lord gave the People favour in the sight of the Aegyptians;
he it was that gave the Israelites favour in the sighed of the egyptians, Exod 11.3. And the Lord gave the People favour in the sighed of the egyptians;
Now God had brought Daniel into favour and tender love — whoso lightly observeth the course of the world, will find this verified every day, you may see friends raised up of strangers,
Now God had brought daniel into favour and tender love — whoso lightly observeth the course of the world, will find this verified every day, you may see Friends raised up of Strangers,
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But you must take in another Text. v. 22. The blessing of the Lord, it maketh rich — and to this purpose, let us consider what influence God hath upon that. In the third place therefore,
But you must take in Another Text. v. 22. The blessing of the Lord, it makes rich — and to this purpose, let us Consider what influence God hath upon that. In the third place Therefore,
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whence cometh it that this man is directed to choose a meaner, & poorer trade that bringeth in little return another to a trade that bringeth in greater, is it not from the Lord? That hath this influence upon the heart of man and disposeth, it which way soever he will.
whence comes it that this man is directed to choose a meaner, & Poorer trade that brings in little return Another to a trade that brings in greater, is it not from the Lord? That hath this influence upon the heart of man and Disposeth, it which weigh soever he will.
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3. It is the Lord that giveth dexterity in business, you observe in the world, that some men are more dexterous and happy in their employment by far then others are, they can do more in their business, they can do it to better advantages;
3. It is the Lord that gives dexterity in business, you observe in the world, that Some men Are more dexterous and happy in their employment by Far then Others Are, they can do more in their business, they can do it to better advantages;
Them hath he filled with wisdom of heart, to work all manner of work — Hence you may observe in almost all employments a fagacity given to one which he cannot communicate to another,
Them hath he filled with Wisdom of heart, to work all manner of work — Hence you may observe in almost all employments a sagacity given to one which he cannot communicate to Another,
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while he letteth the estate of another man who dealeth with another to sink? who can ascribe this to any thing but to the influence that God hath upon the world? Now all this justifieth this truth, that it is the Lord who giveth power to get wealth;
while he lets the estate of Another man who deals with Another to sink? who can ascribe this to any thing but to the influence that God hath upon the world? Now all this Justifieth this truth, that it is the Lord who gives power to get wealth;
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it followeth after the words of the Text, — For it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant, which he sware unto thy fathers, as at this day.
it follows After the words of the Text, — For it is he that gives thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his Covenant, which he sware unto thy Father's, as At this day.
it must be understood of them that are not rich towards God; but only lay up treasures for themselves. So St. James, Jam. 1.9. would have the Brother of low degree rejoice that he is exalted;
it must be understood of them that Are not rich towards God; but only lay up treasures for themselves. So Saint James, Jam. 1.9. would have the Brother of low degree rejoice that he is exalted;
1. Such as serve meerly for Superstition and Idolatry, like the Silver-Smith, whose craft was to make shrines for Diana; I remember Tertullian inveighing against Idolaters, maketh all makers of Idols and Statues, to be guilty of the same sin with them that worship them.
1. Such as serve merely for Superstition and Idolatry, like the Silver-Smith, whose craft was to make shrines for Diana; I Remember Tertullian inveighing against Idolaters, makes all makers of Idols and Statues, to be guilty of the same since with them that worship them.
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2. It calleth to you for the managing of your callings in an honest manner; that is, in short, with truth and justice, Prov. 21.6. The getting of treasures by a lying tongue, is a vanity tossed to and fro of them that seek death.
2. It calls to you for the managing of your callings in an honest manner; that is, in short, with truth and Justice, Curae 21.6. The getting of treasures by a lying tongue, is a vanity tossed to and from of them that seek death.
Obj. But may some say, do not we see that many grow rich in the world, that yet live without a God in the world, making no conscience of such a course of Religion as you prescribe?
Object But may Some say, do not we see that many grow rich in the world, that yet live without a God in the world, making no conscience of such a course of Religion as you prescribe?
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but the blessing of the Lord addeth no sorrow with it, There was a great difference betwixt the riches of Solomon, and the riches of Gehazi; no man can expect the blessing of the Lord upon his riches and getting wealth, without this course of life which I have directed.
but the blessing of the Lord adds no sorrow with it, There was a great difference betwixt the riches of Solomon, and the riches of Gehazi; no man can expect the blessing of the Lord upon his riches and getting wealth, without this course of life which I have directed.
3. In your hearts acknowledge Gods mercy, and give him thanks, keep your Souls in a thankful frame, that when you look upon the houses which you did not build,
3. In your hearts acknowledge God's mercy, and give him thanks, keep your Souls in a thankful frame, that when you look upon the houses which you did not built,
I have often observed, and that not without some blushing, that even good people, such as fear God, have had a kind of a shame upon them to acknowledge their low beginning in the world,
I have often observed, and that not without Some blushing, that even good people, such as Fear God, have had a kind of a shame upon them to acknowledge their low beginning in the world,
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commandeth Timothy to charge those that are rich in this world, that they be not high-minded — thereby hinting us, that riches have a malign quality to swell our minds,
commands Timothy to charge those that Are rich in this world, that they be not High-minded — thereby hinting us, that riches have a malign quality to swell our minds,
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and power must be maintained by riches; there are diverse species of oppression; there is an oppression in Judgment, this is the sin of unjust Judges;
and power must be maintained by riches; there Are diverse species of oppression; there is an oppression in Judgement, this is the since of unjust Judges;
& it is one of the crying sins against any Nation, a worm that lieth at the root of great estates, in so much as the Heathen could say, that an estate ill gotten, seldom passed to the third generation.
& it is one of the crying Sins against any nation, a worm that lies At the root of great estates, in so much as the Heathen could say, that an estate ill got, seldom passed to the third generation.
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this is that which the Apostle often cautioneth us against, that we should beware of Chambering and Wantonness, that we should not mind high things, &c. Our Saviour pressing Christians duty to watch and pray, expoundeth it by a taking heed we be not overcharged with surfeiting and drunkenness.
this is that which the Apostle often cautioneth us against, that we should beware of Chambering and Wantonness, that we should not mind high things, etc. Our Saviour pressing Christians duty to watch and pray, expoundeth it by a taking heed we be not overcharged with surfeiting and Drunkenness.
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though never so populous, yet if full of riches, seldom make any good defence against an enemy, their love of riches prevailing against the love of their liberties,
though never so populous, yet if full of riches, seldom make any good defence against an enemy, their love of riches prevailing against the love of their Liberties,
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though this be to prefer the love of riches before the love of Christ, which whoso doth, our Saviour saith, is not worthy of him, these are those ordinary temptations to sin, to which men of great estates are exposed,
though this be to prefer the love of riches before the love of christ, which whoso does, our Saviour Says, is not worthy of him, these Are those ordinary temptations to since, to which men of great estates Are exposed,
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The whole discourse, as you may see, cometh in upon occasion of one that came to our Saviour, desiring him to divide his inheritance, as v. 13. Or to speak to his Brother to divide his inheritance with him, which our Saviour refused, v. 14. As having no call from God to be a Civil Magistrate, a Ruler, or a Judge;
The Whole discourse, as you may see, comes in upon occasion of one that Come to our Saviour, desiring him to divide his inheritance, as v. 13. Or to speak to his Brother to divide his inheritance with him, which our Saviour refused, v. 14. As having no call from God to be a Civil Magistrate, a Ruler, or a Judge;
2. That the Disciples of Christ should be afraid of medling with things out of their callings, it hath pleased the Lord to establish an order in the world;
2. That the Disciples of christ should be afraid of meddling with things out of their callings, it hath pleased the Lord to establish an order in the world;
In this sense life is taken, Gen. 45.5. — For God did send me before you to preserve life, Gen. 42.2. — and buy for us from thence, that we may live, and not die.
In this sense life is taken, Gen. 45.5. — For God did send me before you to preserve life, Gen. 42.2. — and buy for us from thence, that we may live, and not die.
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2. Oftentimes we see it, that those who have the greatest abundance of the things of this life, do not only die, (as it is appointed for all men) but also they die sooner,
2. Oftentimes we see it, that those who have the greatest abundance of the things of this life, do not only die, (as it is appointed for all men) but also they die sooner,
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for to understand it strictly of life, it is not true, Prov. 18.21. Death and life are in the power of the tongue — Ezek. 33.15. That walk in the Statutes of life — Thus in Scripture sense a man is said to live, with whom it is well;
for to understand it strictly of life, it is not true, Curae 18.21. Death and life Are in the power of the tongue — Ezekiel 33.15. That walk in the Statutes of life — Thus in Scripture sense a man is said to live, with whom it is well;
In the abundance, it cannot be denied but something of a mans happiness as to this lies in some possession, by what we have, we are kept from those anxieties from those labours which would make our lives uncomfortable,
In the abundance, it cannot be denied but something of a men happiness as to this lies in Some possession, by what we have, we Are kept from those anxieties from those labours which would make our lives uncomfortable,
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so that take it in which sense you will, it will easily be demonstrated to you, that a mans life, the comfort and happiness of it, doth not lie in the abundance he possesseth;
so that take it in which sense you will, it will Easily be demonstrated to you, that a men life, the Comfort and happiness of it, does not lie in the abundance he Possesses;
I remember a story I have read of Pyrrhus a great Prin. who going to Italy to fight against the Romans; Cneus Thessalus had a mind to dissuade him, he telleth him; my Lord!
I Remember a story I have read of Phyrrhus a great Prince who going to Italy to fight against the Romans; Cneus Thessalus had a mind to dissuade him, he Telleth him; my Lord!
but if we should overcome, what shall we do then? what shall we do, saith Pyrrhus? then we will conquer all Greece, and all other Nations will yield to us;
but if we should overcome, what shall we do then? what shall we do, Says Phyrrhus? then we will conquer all Greece, and all other nations will yield to us;
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1. The abundance that a man possesseth, will not give him any quiet and satisfaction in his mind, Prov. 14.14. — a good man shall be satisfied from himself.
1. The abundance that a man Possesses, will not give him any quiet and satisfaction in his mind, Curae 14.14. — a good man shall be satisfied from himself.
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and getting more, and crying still, give, give, hence it is, that even in this world you shall see a poor man that hath little or nothing to live upon,
and getting more, and crying still, give, give, hence it is, that even in this world you shall see a poor man that hath little or nothing to live upon,
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Son (saith Abraham to Dives) remember thou hadst thy good things in thy life-time, some indeed in this world are the Lords Benjamins, he serveth them with a double mess;
Son (Says Abraham to Dives) Remember thou Hadst thy good things in thy lifetime, Some indeed in this world Are the lords Benjamites, he serves them with a double mess;
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but this is enough to have spoken as to the opening of the point, and proving it, shewing you that the happiness of a mans life, doth not lie in the abundance which he possesseth;
but this is enough to have spoken as to the opening of the point, and proving it, showing you that the happiness of a men life, does not lie in the abundance which he Possesses;
Use 1. Take heed-therefore, and beware of Covetousness; It is an exhortation that is much pressed upon Christians in Scripture, Heb. 13.5. Let your conversation be without covetousness; Eph. 5.3. — let it not be once named amongst you — Col. 3.5. — and covetousness, which is Idolatry, Psal. 10.3. — the covetous whom the Lord abhorreth.
Use 1. Take heed-therefore, and beware of Covetousness; It is an exhortation that is much pressed upon Christians in Scripture, Hebrew 13.5. Let your Conversation be without covetousness; Ephesians 5.3. — let it not be once nam among you — Col. 3.5. — and covetousness, which is Idolatry, Psalm 10.3. — the covetous whom the Lord abhorreth.
You shall find it joined with the vilest sins, Rom. 1.29. Being filled with all unrighteousness, fornication, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness, full of envy, murder, debate, deceit, malignity, whisperens, Prov. 28.16. — he that hateth covetousness, shall prolong his days. Ephes. 5.5.
You shall find it joined with the Vilest Sins, Rom. 1.29. Being filled with all unrighteousness, fornication, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness, full of envy, murder, debate, deceit, malignity, whisperens, Curae 28.16. — he that hates covetousness, shall prolong his days. Ephesians 5.5.
For this you know, that no Whoremonger, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, who is an Idolater, hath any inheritance in the Kingdom of Christ, and of God. So also 1 Cor. 6.10. Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the Kingdom of God.
For this you know, that no Whoremonger, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, who is an Idolater, hath any inheritance in the Kingdom of christ, and of God. So also 1 Cor. 6.10. Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the Kingdom of God.
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then it becometh sinful and degenerateth into this vice of Covetousness; in short, this corrupt habit of Covetousness doth discover itself in our hearts, by five things.
then it Becometh sinful and degenerateth into this vice of Covetousness; in short, this corrupt habit of Covetousness does discover itself in our hearts, by five things.
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there is a covetous care, and there is a pious care, Phil. 4.6. Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication, let your requests be made known unto God.
there is a covetous care, and there is a pious care, Philip 4.6. Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication, let your requests be made known unto God.
There is a great difference betwixt carefulness and immoderate care; we are bid in Scripture to cast all our care upon God, 1 Pet. 5.7. Casting all your care upon him, for he careth for you.
There is a great difference betwixt carefulness and immoderate care; we Are bid in Scripture to cast all our care upon God, 1 Pet. 5.7. Casting all your care upon him, for he Careth for you.
God alloweth us a provident care, but he forbiddeth a distracting, dividing care, a Christian hath better things to take care for, 1 Cor. 7.32. But I would have you without carefulness — immoderate care argueth an immoderate desire.
God alloweth us a provident care, but he forbiddeth a distracting, dividing care, a Christian hath better things to take care for, 1 Cor. 7.32. But I would have you without carefulness — immoderate care argue an immoderate desire.
and it is the Apostles precept, that he who will not labour, should not eat; yet we are commanded not to labour; John 6.27. Labour not for the meat which perisheth, but for that meat which endureth unto everlasting life — So that it is only an excessive, undue labour which God forbiddeth;
and it is the Apostles precept, that he who will not labour, should not eat; yet we Are commanded not to labour; John 6.27. Labour not for the meat which Perishes, but for that meat which Endureth unto everlasting life — So that it is only an excessive, undue labour which God forbiddeth;
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but now you will say, what is that you call immoderate care, and immoderate labour? I answer in short, both care and labour are immoderate when they turn to the prejudice of the body,
but now you will say, what is that you call immoderate care, and immoderate labour? I answer in short, both care and labour Are immoderate when they turn to the prejudice of the body,
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5. A fifth thing, which discovereth a covetous mind, is a dissatisfaction in the midst of our enjoyments, when the mind is not filled, God hath given one man more then he hath given perhaps to some Families,
5. A fifth thing, which Discovereth a covetous mind, is a dissatisfaction in the midst of our enjoyments, when the mind is not filled, God hath given one man more then he hath given perhaps to Some Families,
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2. The exceeding sinfulness of it; the Apostle calls it Idolatry. Col. 3.5. Mortifie therefore your members which are upon the earth, fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is Idolatry.
2. The exceeding sinfulness of it; the Apostle calls it Idolatry. Col. 3.5. Mortify Therefore your members which Are upon the earth, fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is Idolatry.
The Apostle saith it is not to be named, Ephe. 5.3. But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not once be named amongst you — It is joined with the worst of sins, Rom. 1.29. Such as those who are guilty of them, shall never enter into the Kingdom of God.
The Apostle Says it is not to be nam, Ephes 5.3. But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not once be nam among you — It is joined with the worst of Sins, Rom. 1.29. Such as those who Are guilty of them, shall never enter into the Kingdom of God.
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Being filled with all unrighteousness, fornication, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness — &c. Thirdly, Consider, 3. What a root of evil it is, 1 Tim. 6.10.
Being filled with all unrighteousness, fornication, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness — etc. Thirdly, Consider, 3. What a root of evil it is, 1 Tim. 6.10.
and pierced themselves thorow with many sorrows. All neglect of duty lying, cheating, defrauding, oppressing; it is endless to reckon how many evils grow from this one root of covetousness.
and pierced themselves thorough with many sorrows. All neglect of duty lying, cheating, defrauding, oppressing; it is endless to reckon how many evils grow from this one root of covetousness.
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how many do we see torment themselves with care, fear, and trouble, and labour, and when they have done all they can, they are not able to reach to their ends.
how many do we see torment themselves with care, Fear, and trouble, and labour, and when they have done all they can, they Are not able to reach to their ends.
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ad manum est quod sat est, saith Seneca, Sudamus ad supervacanea, a moderate care, a moderate labour is enough for necessaries, what we sweat for is usually superfluiities,
ad manum est quod sat est, Says Senecca, Sudamus ad supervacanea, a moderate care, a moderate labour is enough for necessaries, what we sweat for is usually superfluiities,
so as you need not make that a pretence for your immoderate desires. Use 2. My second use is that of the Apostle, 1 Tim. 6.1.8. And having food and rayment, let us be therewith content. Food and Rayment are necessaries;
so as you need not make that a pretence for your immoderate Desires. Use 2. My second use is that of the Apostle, 1 Tim. 6.1.8. And having food and raiment, let us be therewith content. Food and Raiment Are necessaries;
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What! have Christians principles below those of Heathens? there were two opinions of Philosophers, the Stoicks thought riches was no ingredient to mans happiness;
What! have Christians principles below those of heathens? there were two opinions of Philosophers, the Stoics Thought riches was no ingredient to men happiness;
Use 3. What an opportunity doth this offer to those that are poor to bless God? The Apostle rejoiced that God had opened a door of salvation for the Gentiles;
Use 3. What an opportunity does this offer to those that Are poor to bless God? The Apostle rejoiced that God had opened a door of salvation for the Gentiles;
let those that are poor in this world rejoice, and let us rejoice for them for this door of happiness, which is opened for them by these words of our Saviour;
let those that Are poor in this world rejoice, and let us rejoice for them for this door of happiness, which is opened for them by these words of our Saviour;
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do not desudare ad supervacanea, do not let the business of your life be to load your self with thick clay, Habbak. 2.6. There is a woe denounced unto him who thus loadeth himself, — Woe to him that encreaseth that which is not his; how long!
do not desudare ad supervacanea, do not let the business of your life be to load your self with thick clay, Habakkuk. 2.6. There is a woe denounced unto him who thus loadeth himself, — Woe to him that increases that which is not his; how long!
blessed be God, your life doth not lie in them, they are not your happiness; they could not preserve your life when you had them, let them not destroy you, now you want them;
blessed be God, your life does not lie in them, they Are not your happiness; they could not preserve your life when you had them, let them not destroy you, now you want them;
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Who this Timothy was, the Scripture abundantly telleth us, the name signifieth one that feareth God; it was the usual course of Parents in those days to give their Children names, that might either express their sense of the mercy that God had given them,
Who this Timothy was, the Scripture abundantly Telleth us, the name signifies one that fears God; it was the usual course of Parents in those days to give their Children names, that might either express their sense of the mercy that God had given them,
as Samuel [ begged of God ] Reuben [ see a Son, ] Simeon [ hearing ] Levi [ joined ] Judah [ praise; ] or such as might express the Childrens duty to God;
as Samuel [ begged of God ] Reuben [ see a Son, ] Simeon [ hearing ] Levi [ joined ] Judah [ praise; ] or such as might express the Children's duty to God;
such was this name Timothy; some think Timothy was born at Lystra, a place in Asia; there Paul found him, Acts 16.1.2. Then came he to Derbe and Lystra;
such was this name Timothy; Some think Timothy was born At Lystra, a place in Asia; there Paul found him, Acts 16.1.2. Then Come he to Derbe and Lystra;
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but his Father was a Greek. Which was well reported of by the Brethren that were at Lystra and Iconium. chap. 14.6. They were aw•re of it, and fled unto Lystra and Derbe, Cities of Lycaonia — His Father was a Greek, his Mother was a Jew, Acts 16.1. Her name was Eunice, her Mother Lois, they brought him up from a Child in the knowledge of the Scriptures, 2 Tim. 1.5.
but his Father was a Greek. Which was well reported of by the Brothers that were At Lystra and Iconium. chap. 14.6. They were aw•re of it, and fled unto Lystra and Derbe, Cities of Lycaonia — His Father was a Greek, his Mother was a Jew, Acts 16.1. Her name was Eunice, her Mother Lois, they brought him up from a Child in the knowledge of the Scriptures, 2 Tim. 1.5.
When I call to mind the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy Grandmother Lois, and thy Mother Eunice, and I am persuaded that in thee also, chap. 3.41, 15. But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned,
When I call to mind the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelled First in thy Grandmother Lois, and thy Mother Eunice, and I am persuaded that in thee also, chap. 3.41, 15. But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned,
His Father being a Greek, he was not circumcised at his birth, but afterwards, Acts 16.1, 2, 3. After which, Paul took him about with him in his Travels,
His Father being a Greek, he was not circumcised At his birth, but afterwards, Acts 16.1, 2, 3. After which, Paul took him about with him in his Travels,
but he abounded with excellent graces, faith, wisdom, temperance, he was at last ordained a Minister with the imposition of the hands of the Presbytery, 2 Tim. 1.6.
but he abounded with excellent graces, faith, Wisdom, temperance, he was At last ordained a Minister with the imposition of the hands of the Presbytery, 2 Tim. 1.6.
Wherefore I put thee in remembrance, that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee, by the putting on of my hands, the Apostle telleth us he had none like minded to him, Phil. 2.19.20, 21, 22. But I trust in the Lord Jesus, to send Timotheus shortly unto you, that I also may be of good comfort, when I know your state.
Wherefore I put thee in remembrance, that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee, by the putting on of my hands, the Apostle Telleth us he had none like minded to him, Philip 2.19.20, 21, 22. But I trust in the Lord jesus, to send Timothy shortly unto you, that I also may be of good Comfort, when I know your state.
he calls him his Brother, his Beloved Son, faithful in the Lord, his natural Son in the faith, the Minister of God, his fellow helper, he joineth him with himself.
he calls him his Brother, his beloved Son, faithful in the Lord, his natural Son in the faith, the Minister of God, his fellow helper, he joins him with himself.
This Epistle seemeth to have been written the last of the Epistles, and a little before Pauls death, 2 Tim. 4.6. For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand.
This Epistle seems to have been written the last of the Epistles, and a little before Paul's death, 2 Tim. 4.6. For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is At hand.
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The substance of the Epistle is hortatory, consolatory, and minatory; he exhorteth Timothy, v. 6. To stir up the gift of God that was in him — and this he presseth by some arguments. v. 6.7.
The substance of the Epistle is hortatory, consolatory, and minatory; he exhorteth Timothy, v. 6. To stir up the gift of God that was in him — and this he Presseth by Some Arguments. v. 6.7.
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nor of him, though a prisoner, but be thou partaker of the afflictions of the Gospel, which he presseth by several arguments, to the end of the 12th verse.
nor of him, though a prisoner, but be thou partaker of the afflictions of the Gospel, which he Presseth by several Arguments, to the end of the 12th verse.
As to the present Testimony of which we are speaking, the Persons that give it, are the Ministers of the Gospel, such a one was Timothy, but they are not all so, Rev. 6.9.
As to the present Testimony of which we Are speaking, the Persons that give it, Are the Ministers of the Gospel, such a one was Timothy, but they Are not all so, Rev. 6.9.
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It is said of Christ, 1 Tim. 6.13. — who before Pontius Pilate witnessed a good confession; every Christian ought in this to be conformable unto Christ.
It is said of christ, 1 Tim. 6.13. — who before Pontius Pilate witnessed a good Confessi; every Christian ought in this to be conformable unto christ.
for the term Testimony is a Relative word, and the proper Correlate to it is Truth, which relates again either to a Proposition, or to a matter of fact; no person can be under any obligation to give Testimony to a lie,
for the term Testimony is a Relative word, and the proper Correlate to it is Truth, which relates again either to a Proposition, or to a matter of fact; no person can be under any obligation to give Testimony to a lie,
and is bound as a man to bear Testimony. Christ telleth Pilate, John 18.37. — to this end was I born, and for this cause came I into the world, that I should bear witness unto the truth — but when I speak of the testimony that every good Christian is bound to give, I understand it not thus largely;
and is bound as a man to bear Testimony. christ Telleth Pilate, John 18.37. — to this end was I born, and for this cause Come I into the world, that I should bear witness unto the truth — but when I speak of the testimony that every good Christian is bound to give, I understand it not thus largely;
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yet the Ministers of the Gospel, and every good Christian is under a more special obligation to give testimony to some truths, and these are the truths of the Gospel, the truths that relate to Jesus Christ;
yet the Ministers of the Gospel, and every good Christian is under a more special obligation to give testimony to Some truths, and these Are the truths of the Gospel, the truths that relate to jesus christ;
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every Minister of the Gospel, and every good Christian is obliged to bear a Testimony to the great truths of the Gospel, which relate to Jesus Christ, as our Lord and Saviour;
every Minister of the Gospel, and every good Christian is obliged to bear a Testimony to the great truths of the Gospel, which relate to jesus christ, as our Lord and Saviour;
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there is a Testimony which he ought to bear to those Propositions of truth, and to those matters of fact, which the Gospel containeth and relateth concerning Jesus Christ as the Saviour of the world.
there is a Testimony which he ought to bear to those Propositions of truth, and to those matters of fact, which the Gospel Containeth and relateth Concerning jesus christ as the Saviour of the world.
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it is one thing for a man to believe a Proposition, and another thing for him to give Testimony to a Proposition; he believeth a Proposition, that hearing it, doth in heart consent and agree to it, that the Predicate is well fitted to the Subject,
it is one thing for a man to believe a Proposition, and Another thing for him to give Testimony to a Proposition; he Believeth a Proposition, that hearing it, does in heart consent and agree to it, that the Predicate is well fitted to the Subject,
whether he speaketh a word, yea, or no; but he testifieth, that with his words owneth and declareth his faith, Rom. 10.10. For with the heart man believeth unto Righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto Salvation.
whither he speaks a word, yea, or no; but he Testifieth, that with his words owneth and Declareth his faith, Rom. 10.10. For with the heart man Believeth unto Righteousness, and with the Mouth Confessi is made unto Salvation.
If thou shalt therefore confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus Christ, and shalt believe in thy heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.
If thou shalt Therefore confess with thy Mouth the Lord jesus christ, and shalt believe in thy heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.
Either confession is an open acknowledgment with our lips, thus you read in Scripture frequently of confessing of Christ, only it may be there is this difference betwixt a Testimony and confession;
Either Confessi is an open acknowledgment with our lips, thus you read in Scripture frequently of confessing of christ, only it may be there is this difference betwixt a Testimony and Confessi;
any open, asserting, vindicating, and defending Christ and his Gospel, is giving a Testimony, but when it is done in the face of Enemies, in despight of opposition, this is confession, Matth. 10.32. Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in Heaven, Luke 12.8. — whosoever shall confess me before men — thus, John 12.42. Many believed on him; but because of the Pharisees, they did not confess him.
any open, asserting, vindicating, and defending christ and his Gospel, is giving a Testimony, but when it is done in the face of Enemies, in despite of opposition, this is Confessi, Matthew 10.32. Whosoever Therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in Heaven, Lycia 12.8. — whosoever shall confess me before men — thus, John 12.42. Many believed on him; but Because of the Pharisees, they did not confess him.
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Qu. 2. What is here meant by the afflictions of the Gospel. The Original doth something differ, NONLATINALPHABET, suffer thou evils together with the Gospel;
Qu. 2. What is Here meant by the afflictions of the Gospel. The Original does something differ,, suffer thou evils together with the Gospel;
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therefore they shall all be guided, that they shall not have misapprehensions in a Proposition of truth, they shall be guided into all necessary truth, they shall not miscarry in any apprehension of truth, upon which the salvation of their Souls depend;
Therefore they shall all be guided, that they shall not have misapprehensions in a Proposition of truth, they shall be guided into all necessary truth, they shall not miscarry in any apprehension of truth, upon which the salvation of their Souls depend;
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now through an over-weaning opinion of our own apprehensions, there are very great differences, and also hard censurings and condemnings of one another,
now through an overweening opinion of our own apprehensions, there Are very great differences, and also hard censurings and condemnings of one Another,
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Acts 15.1, Some came and taught the necessity of circumcision — such differences there were, Rom. 14.2. For one believeth he may eat all things, another who is weak eateth herbs;
Acts 15.1, some Come and taught the necessity of circumcision — such differences there were, Rom. 14.2. For one Believeth he may eat all things, Another who is weak Eateth herbs;
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hence they judged, despised, condemned and censured one another, and the Apostle persuadeth to a friendly carriage one towards another, a mutual forbearance one of another, in these different apprehensions in matters of truth of a lighter nature;
hence they judged, despised, condemned and censured one Another, and the Apostle Persuadeth to a friendly carriage one towards Another, a mutual forbearance one of Another, in these different apprehensions in matters of truth of a lighter nature;
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mens immoderate zeal for their own opinions, have in all times begot great heats, and have caused great afflictions to the Ministers of the Gospel,
men's immoderate zeal for their own opinions, have in all times begotten great heats, and have caused great afflictions to the Ministers of the Gospel,
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Elijah was a great man of God, yet, Jam 5.17. Elias was a man subject to like passions as we are — and the Apostle writing to the Corinthians, telleth them, 1 Cor. 3.3. — Whereas there is among you envying and strife, and divisions, are you not carnal? the Apostle telleth us, Jam. 4.5. — that the Spirit that is in us lusteth to envy.
Elijah was a great man of God, yet, Jam 5.17. Elias was a man Subject to like passion as we Are — and the Apostle writing to the Corinthians, Telleth them, 1 Cor. 3.3. — Whereas there is among you envying and strife, and divisions, Are you not carnal? the Apostle Telleth us, Jam. 4.5. — that the Spirit that is in us Lusteth to envy.
And the contention was so sharp betwixt them, that they departed asunder, one from the other, the difference betwixt Paul and Barnabas was so very small, that it was onely whether they should carry John with them,
And the contention was so sharp betwixt them, that they departed asunder, one from the other, the difference betwixt Paul and Barnabas was so very small, that it was only whither they should carry John with them,
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2. But a second sort of men that raise up afflictions to the Ministers and Professors of the Gospel, are false Brethren; men who have received the truth,
2. But a second sort of men that raise up afflictions to the Ministers and Professors of the Gospel, Are false Brothers; men who have received the truth,
1. By broaching and publishing some Doctrines that are contrary to the truths of the Gospel, the Apostle experienced some of these in the first beginning of the Gospel;
1. By broaching and publishing Some Doctrines that Are contrary to the truths of the Gospel, the Apostle experienced Some of these in the First beginning of the Gospel;
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upon this account it is, that the Apostle to the Philippians calleth the Jews those of the concision, St. John telleth you of many Antichrists that arose in his time,
upon this account it is, that the Apostle to the Philippians calls the jews those of the concision, Saint John Telleth you of many Antichrists that arose in his time,
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so as you read something of this in almost every Epistle of the Apostles, these things have constantly given a great deal of trouble to the faithful Ministers of the Gospel, and also them who have been the sincere Professors of it.
so as you read something of this in almost every Epistle of the Apostles, these things have constantly given a great deal of trouble to the faithful Ministers of the Gospel, and also them who have been the sincere Professors of it.
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and make them odious unto people, sometimes affixing crimes to them that they never designed in their hearts, sometimes by aspersing them as weak & unlearned men;
and make them odious unto people, sometime affixing crimes to them that they never designed in their hearts, sometime by aspersing them as weak & unlearned men;
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you shall see this was a great art they used against St. Paul, as you will observe by reading over the Epistle of Paul to the Galatians, and his Epistles to the Corinthians, this maketh him speak so much in his own defence,
you shall see this was a great art they used against Saint Paul, as you will observe by reading over the Epistle of Paul to the Galatians, and his Epistles to the Corinthians, this makes him speak so much in his own defence,
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and in the commendation and magnifying of his Office, nay, they speak of him as if he were a reprobate, they sought a proof of Christ in him, 2 Cor. 13.3.
and in the commendation and magnifying of his Office, nay, they speak of him as if he were a Reprobate, they sought a proof of christ in him, 2 Cor. 13.3.
now the root of this is nothing but wrath, and malice, and envy, lust liveth and reigneth in the hearts of such, who though they have made a profession of the truth,
now the root of this is nothing but wrath, and malice, and envy, lust lives and Reigneth in the hearts of such, who though they have made a profession of the truth,
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3. The afflictions of the Gospel are those afflictions which are brought upon the faithful Ministers and Professors of the Gospel for their Profession, from the open and professed enemies of it;
3. The afflictions of the Gospel Are those afflictions which Are brought upon the faithful Ministers and Professors of the Gospel for their Profession, from the open and professed enemies of it;
and scourgings, yea, of bonds and imprisonments, they were stoned, they were sawn asunder, they were tempted, they were slain with the Sword, they wandered about in Sheep-skins,
and scourgings, yea, of bonds and imprisonments, they were stoned, they were sawn asunder, they were tempted, they were slave with the Sword, they wandered about in Sheepskins,
So as there is nothing in the whole systeme of the Gospel, that can deserve any hatred of it, the Gospel is nothing else but that good saying, that, Jesus Christ is come into the world to save Sinners;
So as there is nothing in the Whole system of the Gospel, that can deserve any hatred of it, the Gospel is nothing Else but that good saying, that, jesus christ is come into the world to save Sinners;
what hath Christ done? or what is there in the Gospel that should provoke the lusts and passions of men to give any opposition, that there should be any affliction entailed to the Gospel?
what hath christ done? or what is there in the Gospel that should provoke the Lustiest and passion of men to give any opposition, that there should be any affliction entailed to the Gospel?
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all the reproaches of Ministers and Godly Christians, all their bonds and imprisonments which they suffer for the Gospel, they are but the fruits and product of this enmity, this hatred and antipathy which is betwixt Christ and the Devil,
all the Reproaches of Ministers and Godly Christians, all their bonds and imprisonments which they suffer for the Gospel, they Are but the fruits and product of this enmity, this hatred and antipathy which is betwixt christ and the devil,
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yet there is nothing more ordinary, especially when men apprehend the ways and persons that they speak evil of, are enemies to their lusts and corruptions, the Apostle telleth us, 1 Cor. 2.7, 8. — we speak the wisdom of God in a mystery,
yet there is nothing more ordinary, especially when men apprehend the ways and Persons that they speak evil of, Are enemies to their Lustiest and corruptions, the Apostle Telleth us, 1 Cor. 2.7, 8. — we speak the Wisdom of God in a mystery,
2. Men that have idolized their own reason, and entertained a fancy that they should comprehend the highest mysteries of the Kingdom of God, that which maketh them enemies to the Gospel of Christ, is their zeal;
2. Men that have idolized their own reason, and entertained a fancy that they should comprehend the highest Mysteres of the Kingdom of God, that which makes them enemies to the Gospel of christ, is their zeal;
so it quite crosseth the grain of flesh and blood, as it teacheth us that no Drunkard, no Fornicator, no Swearer shall come into the Kingdom of God, thus they cannot approve of it;
so it quite Crosseth the grain of Flesh and blood, as it Teaches us that no Drunkard, no Fornicator, no Swearer shall come into the Kingdom of God, thus they cannot approve of it;
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Fear not them who can kill the body, and can do no more, but fear him that is able to cast Body and Soul into Hell-fire — but to be ashamed of this testimony, is a greater sin;
fear not them who can kill the body, and can do no more, but Fear him that is able to cast Body and Soul into Hell-fire — but to be ashamed of this testimony, is a greater since;
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when there is no great danger that threatneth us in such a Profession, we have an High-Priest that can have compassion upon our infirmities — but when no such danger threatneth a man, only he may suffer a little in his honour and repute amongst men,
when there is no great danger that threatens us in such a Profession, we have an High-Priest that can have compassion upon our infirmities — but when no such danger threatens a man, only he may suffer a little in his honour and repute among men,
and they may not have so good an opinion of him, & for this to decline the publick owning and professing of Christ, it must needs be a very great sin;
and they may not have so good an opinion of him, & for this to decline the public owning and professing of christ, it must needs be a very great since;
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I must confess, I think this is that which the Apostle here chiefly intendeth, Paul was now a Prisoner, and at Rome, the condition of Prisoners you know, is a low and contemptible condition,
I must confess, I think this is that which the Apostle Here chiefly intends, Paul was now a Prisoner, and At Room, the condition of Prisoners you know, is a low and contemptible condition,
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and persecuted, is to be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, It is reported of that famous Emperor Constantine the Great, that he would often kiss the hole of Paphnutius 's eye, that was bored out for the profession of the Gospel.
and persecuted, is to be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, It is reported of that famous Emperor Constantine the Great, that he would often kiss the hold of Paphnutius is eye, that was bored out for the profession of the Gospel.
it doth not imply that it is the will of God, that any man should throw himself into the afflictions of the Gospel, the best of afflictions are trials and temptations, no man ought to pull trials upon himself, we read indeed of some in the Primitive times that offered themselves to the stake, and owned.
it does not imply that it is the will of God, that any man should throw himself into the afflictions of the Gospel, the best of afflictions Are trials and temptations, no man ought to pull trials upon himself, we read indeed of Some in the Primitive times that offered themselves to the stake, and owned.
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no man is bound to put his self upon suffering afflictions, no not in defence of the Gospel of Christ, we ought to see our call clear to suffering, as well as doing;
no man is bound to put his self upon suffering afflictions, no not in defence of the Gospel of christ, we ought to see our call clear to suffering, as well as doing;
That no Prince goeth out to war with another, but he first sitteth down, and considereth whether he with 10000 shall be able to meet with his enemy with 20000. Christians;
That no Prince Goes out to war with Another, but he First Sitteth down, and Considereth whither he with 10000 shall be able to meet with his enemy with 20000. Christians;
if we expect nothing but good, and meet with nothing but evil, the evil sinketh us, we did not look for it, Mala inopinata graviora; but this is not all, to be content to take our part in afflictions with the Gospel,
if we expect nothing but good, and meet with nothing but evil, the evil sinks us, we did not look for it, Mala inopinata graviora; but this is not all, to be content to take our part in afflictions with the Gospel,
and that is, to rejoice that we are counted worthy to suffer any thing for the name of our Lord Jesus, Acts 5.41. Singing in the prison into which we are thrown, as Paul and Silas did;
and that is, to rejoice that we Are counted worthy to suffer any thing for the name of our Lord jesus, Acts 5.41. Singing in the prison into which we Are thrown, as Paul and Silas did;
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both these are put together in that phrase, in the Epistle to the Hebrews, Heb. 10.34. For you had compassion of me in my bonds, and took joyfully the spoiling of your goods — Both these are the duty of good Christians;
both these Are put together in that phrase, in the Epistle to the Hebrews, Hebrew 10.34. For you had compassion of me in my bonds, and took joyfully the spoiling of your goods — Both these Are the duty of good Christians;
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and this is the duty of every Christian, they ought to partake joyfully, and with satisfaction to take their share in those afflictions, to which the preaching or owning the Gospel doth expose them,
and this is the duty of every Christian, they ought to partake joyfully, and with satisfaction to take their share in those afflictions, to which the preaching or owning the Gospel does expose them,
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and why are they thus to partake of the afflictions of the Gospel, and not to be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord? This Question hath two Branches.
and why Are they thus to partake of the afflictions of the Gospel, and not to be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord? This Question hath two Branches.
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whence this obligation doth arise upon Christians not to be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord? I shall open it to you in seven or eight particulars.
whence this obligation does arise upon Christians not to be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord? I shall open it to you in seven or eight particulars.
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it is spoken concerning all, Rom. 10.9. That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth, the Lord Jesus Christ, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved, Mat. 10.32. Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in Heaven.
it is spoken Concerning all, Rom. 10.9. That if thou shalt confess with thy Mouth, the Lord jesus christ, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved, Mathew 10.32. Whosoever Therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in Heaven.
The Apostle writeth to the Thessalonians, 1 Thes. 3.3. That no man should be moved by these afflictions, for your selves know that we are appointed thereunto, Col. 4.12. It is the duty of Christians to be compleat in all the will of God.
The Apostle Writeth to the Thessalonians, 1 Thebes 3.3. That no man should be moved by these afflictions, for your selves know that we Are appointed thereunto, Col. 4.12. It is the duty of Christians to be complete in all the will of God.
and receive the Sacrament, but they should give their testimony, and not be ashamed of the testimony of Christ their Lord, 2 Tim. 4.5. Watch thou in all things, endure afflictions — 2 Tim. 2.3. Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good Soldier of Jesus Christ.
and receive the Sacrament, but they should give their testimony, and not be ashamed of the testimony of christ their Lord, 2 Tim. 4.5. Watch thou in all things, endure afflictions — 2 Tim. 2.3. Thou Therefore endure hardness, as a good Soldier of jesus christ.
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If every man, because that he is a debtor to the truth, taketh himself obliged by the law of Charity to give a testimony to the truth for his Neighbour,
If every man, Because that he is a debtor to the truth, Takes himself obliged by the law of Charity to give a testimony to the truth for his Neighbour,
3. This obligation ariseth from that gratitude which we all owe to the Lord Jesus Christ, every one looketh upon himself indebted unto him who hath done him good;
3. This obligation arises from that gratitude which we all owe to the Lord jesus christ, every one looks upon himself indebted unto him who hath done him good;
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and came down upon the Earth, and clothed himself with our nature, and died in our stead, that we might not perish for ever & ever, he ascending up into Heaven, hath left us in charge with his truth, Philip. 1.27. — striving together for the faith of the Gospel, Jude, v. 3. — that you should earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered unto the Saints.
and Come down upon the Earth, and clothed himself with our nature, and died in our stead, that we might not perish for ever & ever, he ascending up into Heaven, hath left us in charge with his truth, Philip. 1.27. — striving together for the faith of the Gospel, U^de, v. 3. — that you should earnestly contend for the faith which was once Delivered unto the Saints.
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4. Another thing from whence this obligation doth arise, is from the duty incumbent upon us to be conformable unto the Lord Jesus Christ, we ought to study a conformity to him in his life, and in his death;
4. another thing from whence this obligation does arise, is from the duty incumbent upon us to be conformable unto the Lord jesus christ, we ought to study a conformity to him in his life, and in his death;
and it is particularly said of him, that before Pontius Pilate, he witnessed a good confession, 1 Tim. 6.13. He endured affliction in the first publication of the Gospel;
and it is particularly said of him, that before Pontius Pilate, he witnessed a good Confessi, 1 Tim. 6.13. He endured affliction in the First publication of the Gospel;
though he was the eternal Son of God, thought fit to cloath himself with flesh, and to die upon the Cross, that he might redeem this people unto himself;
though he was the Eternal Son of God, Thought fit to cloth himself with Flesh, and to die upon the Cross, that he might Redeem this people unto himself;
now it is our duty to be conformable to Christ, conformable to this testimony, not being ashamed of this testimonony, conformable also in not being ashamed of Affliction;
now it is our duty to be conformable to christ, conformable to this testimony, not being ashamed of this testimonony, conformable also in not being ashamed of Affliction;
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this yet is advantaged by another consideration: that we are to fill up the Afflictions of Christ, Col. 1.24. Who now rejoyce in my sufferings for you, and fill up that which is behind of the Afflictions of Christ.
this yet is advantaged by Another consideration: that we Are to fill up the Afflictions of christ, Col. 1.24. Who now rejoice in my sufferings for you, and fill up that which is behind of the Afflictions of christ.
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Now concerning them, he said, all is finished, (the Papists vainly dream of the filling up of those sufferings;) or else those sufferings which every good Christian shall suffer in his Mystical Body to the end of the World,
Now Concerning them, he said, all is finished, (the Papists vainly dream of the filling up of those sufferings;) or Else those sufferings which every good Christian shall suffer in his Mystical Body to the end of the World,
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you have the substance of the Gospel in that one Text, 1 Tim. 1.15. This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Jesus Christ came into the World to save Sinners.
you have the substance of the Gospel in that one Text, 1 Tim. 1.15. This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that jesus christ Come into the World to save Sinners.
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if the truths of the Gospel did not stand firm and fixed, the Souls of Christians are undone to all eternity, there is no foundation of peace for them in this Life, there is no hope of an eternal Salvation for them in that Life which is to come:
if the truths of the Gospel did not stand firm and fixed, the Souls of Christians Are undone to all eternity, there is no Foundation of peace for them in this Life, there is no hope of an Eternal Salvation for them in that Life which is to come:
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and to be partakers of afflictions in giving a Testimony to those truths, and to that Gospel, upon which so much of our eternal interest and concern doth lye, there is no truth but we owe a Testimony to it,
and to be partakers of afflictions in giving a Testimony to those truths, and to that Gospel, upon which so much of our Eternal Interest and concern does lie, there is no truth but we owe a Testimony to it,
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but the truths of the Gospel are of that nature that no Testimony we can give to them can be too high no affliction we can suffer for them, can be too great.
but the truths of the Gospel Are of that nature that no Testimony we can give to them can be too high no affliction we can suffer for them, can be too great.
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now should a Child be ashamed to attest the truth for his Father? or should a Servant be ashamed to attest the truth for his Master? or should a Member be ashamed to attest the truth for its Head? should the Tongue be ashamed to speak for the Head? Which of you that are Parents,
now should a Child be ashamed to attest the truth for his Father? or should a Servant be ashamed to attest the truth for his Master? or should a Member be ashamed to attest the truth for its Head? should the Tongue be ashamed to speak for the Head? Which of you that Are Parents,
if you had a Child that should be ashamed (if called) to speak the truth for you, would not disown such a Child? There is never a Christian but is the Son or the Daughter of God, the Child of God;
if you had a Child that should be ashamed (if called) to speak the truth for you, would not disown such a Child? There is never a Christian but is the Son or the Daughter of God, the Child of God;
But every Child of God is the Lord's Witness; though there lieth an eminent Obligation upon some, (especially the Ministers of the Gospel) yet every Child of God is to be the Lord's Witness,
But every Child of God is the Lord's Witness; though there lies an eminent Obligation upon Some, (especially the Ministers of the Gospel) yet every Child of God is to be the Lord's Witness,
3. Every Christian standeth in the Notion of a Soldier; hence the Apostle speaketh to Timothy to endure hardship as a good Soldier of Christ, all Christians are required to fight the good Fight, and our Life upon Earth is but a Warfare;
3. Every Christian Stands in the Notion of a Soldier; hence the Apostle speaks to Timothy to endure hardship as a good Soldier of christ, all Christians Are required to fight the good Fight, and our Life upon Earth is but a Warfare;
7. Another Obligation that is upon us, is from those private Laws that we have laid upon our selves; and that two ways. 1. By our Baptism. 2. By our Profession.
7. another Obligation that is upon us, is from those private Laws that we have laid upon our selves; and that two ways. 1. By our Baptism. 2. By our Profession.
We are all Baptized, and the Apostle saith, we are Baptized into Christ; one part of the sense of which is, that we are Baptized into the profession of Christ;
We Are all Baptised, and the Apostle Says, we Are Baptised into christ; one part of the sense of which is, that we Are Baptised into the profession of christ;
there is no Christian but besides the general Laws that are laid upon him, hath layed a private Law upon himself, both by his Vow and Promise in Baptism,
there is no Christian but beside the general Laws that Are laid upon him, hath laid a private Law upon himself, both by his Voelli and Promise in Baptism,
and we ought to be as Members like one another, so that the example of the Saints and Servants of God in all Ages, who have stood up in testimony of the Gospel,
and we ought to be as Members like one Another, so that the Exampl of the Saints and Servants of God in all Ages, who have stood up in testimony of the Gospel,
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when he cometh in the Glory of his Father, with the Holy Angels, Matth. 10.33, But whosoever shall deny me before Men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in Heaven, Luke 12.8. Whosoever shall confess me before Men, him shall the Son of Man also confess before the Angels of God.
when he comes in the Glory of his Father, with the Holy Angels, Matthew 10.33, But whosoever shall deny me before Men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in Heaven, Lycia 12.8. Whosoever shall confess me before Men, him shall the Son of Man also confess before the Angels of God.
but he that doth the Will of my Father which is in Heaven, Matth. 25.31, 32, 33, 34. Our Saviour telleth us, Math. 7.22, 23. Many will say to me in that day, Lord! Lord!
but he that does the Will of my Father which is in Heaven, Matthew 25.31, 32, 33, 34. Our Saviour Telleth us, Math. 7.22, 23. Many will say to me in that day, Lord! Lord!
Consider this, we all must once dye, and after Death come to Judgment; if Men have here disowned Christ and his Gospel, and shall then cry, Lord! Lord!
Consider this, we all must once die, and After Death come to Judgement; if Men have Here disowned christ and his Gospel, and shall then cry, Lord! Lord!
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but what is it for Christ to own a Man? You may learn that from that Text, Matth. 25.34. Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, come you Blessed of my Father, Inherit the Kingdom prepared for you, from before the foundation of the World.
but what is it for christ to own a Man? You may Learn that from that Text, Matthew 25.34. Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, come you Blessed of my Father, Inherit the Kingdom prepared for you, from before the Foundation of the World.
the same Obligation that the Law of nature layeth upon every Man to look to his highest concern, the saving his Soul, the keeping himself in favour with God;
the same Obligation that the Law of nature Layeth upon every Man to look to his highest concern, the Saving his Soul, the keeping himself in favour with God;
every Christian will not be slain, will not be imprisoned, or plundered, but if any of them be so evil intreated, all the rest that are true Members of this Body, will feel something of the suffering of those Members that do suffer;
every Christian will not be slave, will not be imprisoned, or plundered, but if any of them be so evil entreated, all the rest that Are true Members of this Body, will feel something of the suffering of those Members that do suffer;
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saith the Apostle, is any Man afflicted, and I burn not? St. Paul commendeth the Philippians, Philip, 4.14, 15. Notwithstanding you have well done, that you did communicate with my affliction, v. 15. No Church communicated with me as concerning giving and receiving, but you only.
Says the Apostle, is any Man afflicted, and I burn not? Saint Paul commends the Philippians, Philip, 4.14, 15. Notwithstanding you have well done, that you did communicate with my affliction, v. 15. No Church communicated with me as Concerning giving and receiving, but you only.
the Philippians Sympathized with St. Paul in his afflictions, and felt his misery, and this made them to communicate with him in that state by relieving of him,
the Philippians Sympathized with Saint Paul in his afflictions, and felt his misery, and this made them to communicate with him in that state by relieving of him,
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and indeed those Professors that do not so communicate with the afflicted Children of God, give a very ill proof that they are the true Members of the mystical Body of Christ;
and indeed those Professors that do not so communicate with the afflicted Children of God, give a very ill proof that they Are the true Members of the mystical Body of christ;
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those truths for the Testimony of which their Lord died, St. Paul glorieth of himself, that he was not ashamed of the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ;
those truths for the Testimony of which their Lord died, Saint Paul Glorieth of himself, that he was not ashamed of the Gospel of the Lord jesus christ;
for, saith he, It is the power of God to Salvation, Heb. 11.16. — God is not ashamed to be called their God, Heb. 2.11. — Christ is not ashamed to call them Brethren:
for, Says he, It is the power of God to Salvation, Hebrew 11.16. — God is not ashamed to be called their God, Hebrew 2.11. — christ is not ashamed to call them Brothers:
how many Professors had we some years since, that are turned back and gone ▪ a little tribulation and persecution is arisen because of the truths of Christ and they are offended.
how many Professors had we Some Years since, that Are turned back and gone ▪ a little tribulation and persecution is arisen Because of the truths of christ and they Are offended.
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the Prophet Zechariah Prophesied of a time. Zech. 8.23. — When ten men shall take hold out of all Languages of the Nations, even shall take hold of the Skirt of him that is a Jew, saying, we will go with you, •or we have heard that God is with you:
the Prophet Zechariah Prophesied of a time. Zechariah 8.23. — When ten men shall take hold out of all Languages of the nations, even shall take hold of the Skirt of him that is a Jew, saying, we will go with you, •or we have herd that God is with you:
That Prophesie is fulfilled under the Gospel, God sometimes giveth the Gospel such a credit in the World, that every one thinketh it an honour to him to be accounted a Christian, this is a time when it is hard to discern whether a Man will be ashamed of the Gospel;
That Prophesy is fulfilled under the Gospel, God sometime gives the Gospel such a credit in the World, that every one Thinketh it an honour to him to be accounted a Christian, this is a time when it is hard to discern whither a Man will be ashamed of the Gospel;
God hath turned the Tables upon us, and we now live in a time when as the Prophet saith, Isa. 59.14, 15. Judgment is turned away backward, and Justice standeth afar off;
God hath turned the Tables upon us, and we now live in a time when as the Prophet Says, Isaiah 59.14, 15. Judgement is turned away backward, and justice Stands afar off;
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now if at such a time as this, a Man thinketh it beneath him to stand up for the truths or Christ, to own the Ministers of Christ, and give a Testimony for Christ this Ma• is ashamed of the Testimony of Christ 〈 ◊ 〉 hinted to you before, there is a differen•• betwixt being afraid and being ashamed 〈 ◊ 〉 good Christian may be sometimes afraid 〈 ◊ 〉 a day of great temptation, but he is never ashamed;
now if At such a time as this, a Man Thinketh it beneath him to stand up for the truths or christ, to own the Ministers of christ, and give a Testimony for christ this Ma• is ashamed of the Testimony of christ 〈 ◊ 〉 hinted to you before, there is a differen•• betwixt being afraid and being ashamed 〈 ◊ 〉 good Christian may be sometime afraid 〈 ◊ 〉 a day of great temptation, but he is never ashamed;
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But it is as true that neither doth a Christian give a Testimony to the Gospel, that openly professeth and owneth it in the face of its enemies, unless he liveth up to the rules of it;
But it is as true that neither does a Christian give a Testimony to the Gospel, that openly Professes and owneth it in the face of its enemies, unless he lives up to the rules of it;
nay indeed that Man who talketh for the Gospel, and liveth not up to the rule of it, giveth a Testimony against the Lord, instead of giving a Testimony for him;
nay indeed that Man who talketh for the Gospel, and lives not up to the Rule of it, gives a Testimony against the Lord, instead of giving a Testimony for him;
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what Minister, what good Christian, what companion of Christ is afflicted and persecuted, and I am not afflicted for them? I burn not in their Fires? Now this Sympathy with our Fellow-members,
what Minister, what good Christian, what Companion of christ is afflicted and persecuted, and I am not afflicted for them? I burn not in their Fires? Now this sympathy with our Fellow members,
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you have a notable instance of this in Nehemiah, Chap. 2. v. 1. He was Cup-bearer to the King, and had not used before to be sad in his presence, v. 2. The King said unto me,
you have a notable instance of this in Nehemiah, Chap. 2. v. 1. He was Cupbearer to the King, and had not used before to be sad in his presence, v. 2. The King said unto me,
why is thy countenance sad, seeing thou art not sick? This is nothing else but sorrow of heart, — He answered, v. 3. — Why should not my countenance be sad,
why is thy countenance sad, seeing thou art not sick? This is nothing Else but sorrow of heart, — He answered, v. 3. — Why should not my countenance be sad,
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when the City, the place of my Fathers Sepulchres lieth waste, and the Gates thereof are consumed with Fire. It is said, Esther 3.15. — The King and Haman sat down to drink, but the City Shi•••• was perplexed. That Man is not a partaker of the afflictions of the Gospel, that can so down to drink, that can be merry as at other times when the interest of Religion is under-foot;
when the city, the place of my Father's Sepulchres lies waste, and the Gates thereof Are consumed with Fire. It is said, Esther 3.15. — The King and Haman sat down to drink, but the city Shi•••• was perplexed. That Man is not a partaker of the afflictions of the Gospel, that can so down to drink, that can be merry as At other times when the Interest of Religion is underfoot;
helping to bear one anothers Burdens, and so fulfilling the Law of Christ, Gal. 6.2. So then it is the Law of Christ for Christians to bear one anothers Burdens.
helping to bear one another's Burdens, and so fulfilling the Law of christ, Gal. 6.2. So then it is the Law of christ for Christians to bear one another's Burdens.
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when ever we go to God, as the High-Priest carried upon his Breast, the Names of all the Children of Israel so we should carry the Names of all the true Professors;
when ever we go to God, as the High-Priest carried upon his Breast, the Names of all the Children of Israel so we should carry the Names of all the true Professors;
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Some concern the Doctrine of Faith, some concern the Worship of God, some concern the Kingly Office of the Lord Jesus Christ, some concern the Rule of a Christians Life:
some concern the Doctrine of Faith, Some concern the Worship of God, Some concern the Kingly Office of the Lord jesus christ, Some concern the Rule of a Christians Life:
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but the apprehensions that some men have had, that they are bound to give a Testimony to every Proposition of truth which they do in heart imbrace, hath begot a great deal of stir;
but the apprehensions that Some men have had, that they Are bound to give a Testimony to every Proposition of truth which they do in heart embrace, hath begotten a great deal of stir;
there is a Testimony of Faith, and a Testimony of Faction; that Man giveth a Testimony of Faith, that doth in his Heart believe what he with his Mouth confesseth,
there is a Testimony of Faith, and a Testimony of Faction; that Man gives a Testimony of Faith, that does in his Heart believe what he with his Mouth Confesses,
and defendeth a truth, because he believeth it to be the eternal truth of God, this is a Testimony of Faith; but then there is a Testimony of Faction when a man runs with a multitude to attest a truth,
and defendeth a truth, Because he Believeth it to be the Eternal truth of God, this is a Testimony of Faith; but then there is a Testimony of Faction when a man runs with a multitude to attest a truth,
I would have every Christian not to be ashamed of the Testimony of Christ, but I would have him be sure that it be a Testimony of Faith that he giveth, not a Testimony of Faction;
I would have every Christian not to be ashamed of the Testimony of christ, but I would have him be sure that it be a Testimony of Faith that he gives, not a Testimony of Faction;
2. It must be a Loving Testimony, or it is not accepted, Faith and Love m•st be the principles of all those actions that do or can speak any obedience unto the Will of God;
2. It must be a Loving Testimony, or it is not accepted, Faith and Love m•st be the principles of all those actions that do or can speak any Obedience unto the Will of God;
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hence you shall observe, that as in a serene and fair time there are a multitude of Professors that are like Swallows that will stay with the Gospel in its Summer time;
hence you shall observe, that as in a serene and fair time there Are a multitude of Professors that Are like Swallows that will stay with the Gospel in its Summer time;
so you shall observe there are a multitude of others that in a time of opposition, especially when the Persecution reacheth not high, busie to give their Testimony to truth, which when they may imbrace freely they never regard, and make no conscience of;
so you shall observe there Are a multitude of Others that in a time of opposition, especially when the Persecution reaches not high, busy to give their Testimony to truth, which when they may embrace freely they never regard, and make no conscience of;
Now that none hindreth their coming to them, they regard not the Sacrament, both these were sick of the same Disease, they gave or thought they gave some testimony to their Lord,
Now that none hindereth their coming to them, they regard not the Sacrament, both these were sick of the same Disease, they gave or Thought they gave Some testimony to their Lord,
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3. Our Testimony ought to be a Judicious Testimony; it is one thing that God requireth when we swear that it should be in truth, righteousness and judgment:
3. Our Testimony ought to be a Judicious Testimony; it is one thing that God requires when we swear that it should be in truth, righteousness and judgement:
and their love, yet have not spoken the Wisdom and Prudence of Christians; such Testimonies were those the Christians gave, Rom. 14. For things that were in themselves of an indifferent nature,
and their love, yet have not spoken the Wisdom and Prudence of Christians; such Testimonies were those the Christians gave, Rom. 14. For things that were in themselves of an indifferent nature,
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Wisdom doth often signify Grace, and truly all true Grace in a Soul should dwell with Prudence, we are commanded to be wise as Serpents, and to walk circumspectly not as fools, but as wise; there is a great deal of prudence to be used in giving our Testimony to our Lord;
Wisdom does often signify Grace, and truly all true Grace in a Soul should dwell with Prudence, we Are commanded to be wise as Serpents, and to walk circumspectly not as Fools, but as wise; there is a great deal of prudence to be used in giving our Testimony to our Lord;
In general we then give our Testimony with prudence, when we give it without any just offence to Jew, Gentile, or the Church of Christ; a Testimony of our Lord may be spoiled by the heighth of our Spirit through pride shewed in judging, contemning,
In general we then give our Testimony with prudence, when we give it without any just offence to Jew, Gentile, or the Church of christ; a Testimony of our Lord may be spoiled by the height of our Spirit through pride showed in judging, contemning,
God abhorreth the proud, he abhorreth a haughty and contentious Spirit, he giveth grace to the humble, and he accepteth his Testimony. Paul saith, Acts 20.19. He served the Lord with all humility of mind.
God abhorreth the proud, he abhorreth a haughty and contentious Spirit, he gives grace to the humble, and he Accepteth his Testimony. Paul Says, Acts 20.19. He served the Lord with all humility of mind.
the testimony of the Life must agree with the testimony of the Lips; you know a Witness that contradicteth his testimony, doth by it make his testimony invalid;
the testimony of the Life must agree with the testimony of the Lips; you know a Witness that Contradicteth his testimony, does by it make his testimony invalid;
You shall observe therefore, that when the Devil at any time gave a testimony to a Truth concerning Christ and the Apostles, they constantly refused and would not hear him speak, the testimony of one of the Children of the Devil, is rather a dishonour and weakning of the Truth,
You shall observe Therefore, that when the devil At any time gave a testimony to a Truth Concerning christ and the Apostles, they constantly refused and would not hear him speak, the testimony of one of the Children of the devil, is rather a dishonour and weakening of the Truth,
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6. Let it be a bold and undaunted Testimony, he is a good Witness in a cause, who speakest modestly, and with all due respect to those, to whom he giveth his Testimony, and who agreeth;
6. Let it be a bold and undaunted Testimony, he is a good Witness in a cause, who Speakest modestly, and with all due respect to those, to whom he gives his Testimony, and who agreeth;
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a free, bold testimony in any cause doth it great service, while the stammering lisping Witness, that useth no freedom in his Speech, rather hurteth a cause, than doth it good;
a free, bold testimony in any cause does it great service, while the stammering lisping Witness, that uses no freedom in his Speech, rather hurteth a cause, than does it good;
God loveth a freedom and chearfulness of Spirit, we should not be subpoena'd into a Testimony to our Lord Jesus Christ, indeed we are subpoena'd by that dreadful Text, Matth. 9. A Christian should give a Testimony freely, not to provoke and challenge danger,
God loves a freedom and cheerfulness of Spirit, we should not be subpoenaed into a Testimony to our Lord jesus christ, indeed we Are subpoenaed by that dreadful Text, Matthew 9. A Christian should give a Testimony freely, not to provoke and challenge danger,
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I John who also am your Brother and Companion in tribulation, and in the Kingdom and patience of Jesus Christ, — Patience under evils is what is often called for in Scripture,
I John who also am your Brother and Companion in tribulation, and in the Kingdom and patience of jesus christ, — Patience under evils is what is often called for in Scripture,
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and another mind to morrow, is no good Witness in the cause of Christ, semper idem is the true Motto of every Christian, of every such Witness, he that is one day of one mind, another day of another,
and Another mind to morrow, is no good Witness in the cause of christ, semper idem is the true Motto of every Christian, of every such Witness, he that is one day of one mind, Another day of Another,
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Therefore Christians are highly concerned to examine Propositions well before they profess them, and when they profess them, to think well with themselves before they part with them;
Therefore Christians Are highly concerned to examine Propositions well before they profess them, and when they profess them, to think well with themselves before they part with them;
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while he is giving his Testimony, a good and steady Witness in your Courts is not moved by the affronts of any Lawyer that setteth himself to baffle him out of his Testimony;
while he is giving his Testimony, a good and steady Witness in your Courts is not moved by the affronts of any Lawyer that sets himself to baffle him out of his Testimony;
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for though no Man ought to suffer for bearing Witness to the truth, yet there is nothing more ordinary then for men and women to suffer for giving a Testimony unto truth;
for though no Man ought to suffer for bearing Witness to the truth, yet there is nothing more ordinary then for men and women to suffer for giving a Testimony unto truth;
One great discouragement that is upon our Spirits to keep us in a day of Testimony, that we should not testify, is the fear we should never be able to speak and to give our Testimony.
One great discouragement that is upon our Spirits to keep us in a day of Testimony, that we should not testify, is the Fear we should never be able to speak and to give our Testimony.
and the spirit by which he spake, Stephen had then a dispute with the Libertines. The power and presence of God from the beginning of the Gospel hath been seen in nothing more,
and the Spirit by which he spoke, Stephen had then a dispute with the Libertines. The power and presence of God from the beginning of the Gospel hath been seen in nothing more,
For the Holy Ghost shall teach you in the same hour, what you ought to say, Matth. 10.19, 20. But when they deliver you up, take no thought how or what you shall speak,
For the Holy Ghost shall teach you in the same hour, what you ought to say, Matthew 10.19, 20. But when they deliver you up, take no Thought how or what you shall speak,
the promise in the first place manifestly relateth to a time of testimony, I do not say but there is a dabitur in hora, which those who are much with God in Prayer,
the promise in the First place manifestly relateth to a time of testimony, I do not say but there is a dabitur in hora, which those who Are much with God in Prayer,
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and courage and strength shall be given us in that hour, you shall not give a Testimony for the Gospel, you shall not suffer affliction for the Gospel in your own strength, it shall be according to the power of God, the Holy Ghost shall teach you what to say,
and courage and strength shall be given us in that hour, you shall not give a Testimony for the Gospel, you shall not suffer affliction for the Gospel in your own strength, it shall be according to the power of God, the Holy Ghost shall teach you what to say,
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but the Spirit that dwelleth in you, what you do in this case shall be according to the power of God, you shall not spend meerly upon your own Stock, you shall spend upon Christs Stock when you are upon Christs Service, you shall spend upon the fulness of the Spirit of God;
but the Spirit that dwells in you, what you do in this case shall be according to the power of God, you shall not spend merely upon your own Stock, you shall spend upon Christ Stock when you Are upon Christ Service, you shall spend upon the fullness of the Spirit of God;
and there have been many experiences of those that could never find the presence of God so strong in the consolation of their Spirits, as in that hour;
and there have been many experiences of those that could never find the presence of God so strong in the consolation of their Spirits, as in that hour;
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You testify for the truth, which bringeth eternal Salvation; you testify for him, who hath called you with an holy calling, and he hath done this freely, not according to your works,
You testify for the truth, which brings Eternal Salvation; you testify for him, who hath called you with an holy calling, and he hath done this freely, not according to your works,
I told you before, that every one is a debtor unto truth, there is such a cognation betwixt a rational Soul and Truth, that every rational Soul is a debtor to truth, he is a debtor to own the truth as to himself,
I told you before, that every one is a debtor unto truth, there is such a cognation betwixt a rational Soul and Truth, that every rational Soul is a debtor to truth, he is a debtor to own the truth as to himself,
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and I told you by how much a truth is of higher importance to our or anothers interest, by so much a Man or Woman is a greater debtor, a Man is a debtor to the truth,
and I told you by how much a truth is of higher importance to our or another's Interest, by so much a Man or Woman is a greater debtor, a Man is a debtor to the truth,
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a Man is bound by the Law of charity to give testimony to the truth, on the behalf of his Neighbour, much more on the behalf of his Brother, and higher yet on the behalf of his Father or Mother that begat him and brought him forth,
a Man is bound by the Law of charity to give testimony to the truth, on the behalf of his Neighbour, much more on the behalf of his Brother, and higher yet on the behalf of his Father or Mother that begat him and brought him forth,
but yet his obligation riseth higher when it is for his Saviour, for him who hath done him the greatest kindness that ever was done, without which he had better never have been born;
but yet his obligation Riseth higher when it is for his Saviour, for him who hath done him the greatest kindness that ever was done, without which he had better never have been born;
Oh! be not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ, which is the power of God to your Salvation, of the Gospel, which bringeth Life and Immortality to light, you testify for Christ who Witnessed a good confession before Pilate, who hath done more for you than all the friends you ever had in the World could do,
Oh! be not ashamed of the Gospel of christ, which is the power of God to your Salvation, of the Gospel, which brings Life and Immortality to Light, you testify for christ who Witnessed a good Confessi before Pilate, who hath done more for you than all the Friends you ever had in the World could do,
3. Another Argument which the Apostle bringeth here to perswade Timothy not to be ashamed of this Testimony, is his own example, v. 12. For the which cause, I also suffer these things, nevertheless I am not ashamed.
3. another Argument which the Apostle brings Here to persuade Timothy not to be ashamed of this Testimony, is his own Exampl, v. 12. For the which cause, I also suffer these things, nevertheless I am not ashamed.
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Shall we be ashamed to testify his truth? Shall we be ashamed of the name of his Witnesses? And observe the reason why the Apostle saith he is not ashamed.
Shall we be ashamed to testify his truth? Shall we be ashamed of the name of his Witnesses? And observe the reason why the Apostle Says he is not ashamed.
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4. Let me use one Argument further with you; Blessed be God, we yet can say, as Heb. 12.4. You have not yet resisted unto Blood, striving against sin.
4. Let me use one Argument further with you; Blessed be God, we yet can say, as Hebrew 12.4. You have not yet resisted unto Blood, striving against since.
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if God had called us to lay down our Lives, should we not do it? How much more when the Lord only calleth us to give a Testimony? St. John, Rev. 6.9. saw them under the Altar, that were slain for the Testimony that they held.
if God had called us to lay down our Lives, should we not do it? How much more when the Lord only calls us to give a Testimony? Saint John, Rev. 6.9. saw them under the Altar, that were slave for the Testimony that they held.
and it will prevail, look back upon the former Ages of the Church, the Witnesses which God raised up to his Truth in the beginning of the Gospel were very few;
and it will prevail, look back upon the former Ages of the Church, the Witnesses which God raised up to his Truth in the beginning of the Gospel were very few;
the persons seemed contemptible, yet God overcame the whole World by them, and brought the whole World into some professed subjection to the Gospel of Christ, often before the Church had degenerated, many errors prevailed, at last Popery prevailed;
the Persons seemed contemptible, yet God overcame the Whole World by them, and brought the Whole World into Some professed subjection to the Gospel of christ, often before the Church had degenerated, many errors prevailed, At last Popery prevailed;
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then stood up Luther in Germany, those that look upon that Story would have thought it impossible that Luther 's Doctrine should have prevailed in the World;
then stood up Luther in Germany, those that look upon that Story would have Thought it impossible that Luther is Doctrine should have prevailed in the World;
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1. Look that you be rooted and grounded in truth; a Tree that is not well rooted, you know is very easily shaken, Col. 1.23. If, (saith the Apostle) you continue in the Faith, grounded and settled — The truth is to make a Christian that he should not be ashamed of the Testimony of the Lord;
1. Look that you be rooted and grounded in truth; a Tree that is not well rooted, you know is very Easily shaken, Col. 1.23. If, (Says the Apostle) you continue in the Faith, grounded and settled — The truth is to make a Christian that he should not be ashamed of the Testimony of the Lord;
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And he had need be rooted and grounded in love according to that Text, Eph. 3.17. — that you being rooted and grounded in love, Col. 2.7. Rooted and built up in him, and established in the Faith — Christians!
And he had need be rooted and grounded in love according to that Text, Ephesians 3.17. — that you being rooted and grounded in love, Col. 2.7. Rooted and built up in him, and established in the Faith — Christians!
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2. Look up to the power of God for your assistance, I told you these words in the Text, according to the power of God, might be taken as an Argument to perswade Christians not to be ashamed of the Testimony of the Lord,
2. Look up to the power of God for your assistance, I told you these words in the Text, according to the power of God, might be taken as an Argument to persuade Christians not to be ashamed of the Testimony of the Lord,
we have no spiritual enemy we can prevail against in our own strength, our enemies you know are the World, the Flesh, and the Devil; for the Flesh the Apostle saith, Rom. 8.13. — If ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the Body you shall live.
we have no spiritual enemy we can prevail against in our own strength, our enemies you know Are the World, the Flesh, and the devil; for the Flesh the Apostle Says, Rom. 8.13. — If you through the Spirit do mortify the Deeds of the Body you shall live.
Never yet was lust mortified by meer moral Arguments, and for the Devil, we are bid to take upon us the whole Armour of God, to resist him, strong in the Faith,
Never yet was lust mortified by mere moral Arguments, and for the devil, we Are bid to take upon us the Whole Armour of God, to resist him, strong in the Faith,
Our help is in the name of the Lord, and therefore it hath been observed, that none in an hour of Testimony have come off worse than those who have been most confident;
Our help is in the name of the Lord, and Therefore it hath been observed, that none in an hour of Testimony have come off Worse than those who have been most confident;
the first recanted and denied the truth, the second was burnt at the Stake. David might possibly mean it of his external enemies, but he repeateth it thrice;
the First recanted and denied the truth, the second was burned At the Stake. David might possibly mean it of his external enemies, but he repeateth it thrice;
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While we bear Testimony to Christ, God is with us, Christ is with us, the Spirit is with us, all the Holy Martyrs are with us, there is none but sinful men against us;
While we bear Testimony to christ, God is with us, christ is with us, the Spirit is with us, all the Holy Martyrs Are with us, there is none but sinful men against us;
The Apostle St. John saith, 1 John 5.7. There are three that bear record in Heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost — What did the Father witness? This is my Beloved Son in whom I am well pleased.
The Apostle Saint John Says, 1 John 5.7. There Are three that bear record in Heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost — What did the Father witness? This is my beloved Son in whom I am well pleased.
THe Evangelist having in the First Chapter given us our Saviours Pedigree, brought down to his supposed Father Joseph, and an account of his Birth: And in the Second Chapter of his Motion into Egypt, and return from it:
THe Evangelist having in the First Chapter given us our Saviors Pedigree, brought down to his supposed Father Joseph, and an account of his Birth: And in the Second Chapter of his Motion into Egypt, and return from it:
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And in the Third Chapter of his Baptism: And in the Fourth Chapter of his Temptations. In the latter part of that Chapter he records his entrance into the publick Ministry, dwelling at that time with his Parents in Nazareth, (which was a City of Galilee ) thereabout he first exercised his Ministry,
And in the Third Chapter of his Baptism: And in the Fourth Chapter of his Temptations. In the latter part of that Chapter he records his Entrance into the public Ministry, Dwelling At that time with his Parents in Nazareth, (which was a city of Galilee) thereabouts he First exercised his Ministry,
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and Seventh Chapters, he giveth us an account of the Sermon he made to this multitude at the foot of the Mountain, a Sermon which containeth many excellent Doctrines.
and Seventh Chapters, he gives us an account of the Sermon he made to this multitude At the foot of the Mountain, a Sermon which Containeth many excellent Doctrines.
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The World blesseth them that are full; he blesseth those that hunger and thirst, as v. 6. Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness,
The World Blesses them that Are full; he Blesses those that hunger and thirst, as v. 6. Blessed Are they which do hunger and thirst After righteousness,
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1. Revilings, and speaking all manner of evil and persecution, was always the lot of the Servants of God, and of the Disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ.
1. Revilings, and speaking all manner of evil and persecution, was always the lot of the Servants of God, and of the Disciples of the Lord jesus christ.
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NONLATINALPHABET from whence this Participle comes, is a word, that is very frequently used in the New Testament, sometimes it is applied unto things, sometimes unto persons;
from whence this Participle comes, is a word, that is very frequently used in the New Testament, sometime it is applied unto things, sometime unto Persons;
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when it is applied unto things, it signifieth an earnest desire of obtaining the thing, which is set out as the object of it, implying a singular love to it,
when it is applied unto things, it signifies an earnest desire of obtaining the thing, which is Set out as the Object of it, implying a singular love to it,
and desire of it, and it signifieth a good or an evil act, as the thing is good or evil, which we do pursue, 1 Thes. 5.15. — follow that which is good — Heb. 12.14. Follow peace with all men, 1 Tim. 6.11. — Follow after righteousness, — 1 Cor. 14.1. Follow after Charity, — Rom. 9.31. But Israel which followed after the law of righteousness. Is. 5.11. Wo unto them that rise up early in the morning, that they may follow strong drink. — Hos. 2.7. And she shall follow after her Lovers.
and desire of it, and it signifies a good or an evil act, as the thing is good or evil, which we do pursue, 1 Thebes 5.15. — follow that which is good — Hebrew 12.14. Follow peace with all men, 1 Tim. 6.11. — Follow After righteousness, — 1 Cor. 14.1. Follow After Charity, — Rom. 9.31. But Israel which followed After the law of righteousness. Is. 5.11. Woe unto them that rise up early in the morning, that they may follow strong drink. — Hos. 2.7. And she shall follow After her Lovers.
When it is applied to persons, for the most part in the New Testament, it signifieth a pursuit after them to do them evil, Rom. 12.14. Bless them which persecute you, bless and curse not, 1 Cor 15.9. — I persecuted the Church of God, Acts 9.5. — I am Jesus whom thou persecutest, John 5.16.
When it is applied to Persons, for the most part in the New Testament, it signifies a pursuit After them to do them evil, Rom. 12.14. Bless them which persecute you, bless and curse not, 1 Cor 15.9. — I persecuted the Church of God, Acts 9.5. — I am jesus whom thou Persecutest, John 5.16.
And therefore did the Jews persecute Jesus, and sought to slay him, — And so in many other Texts, it signifieth the following of another, with an earnest desire to do him some harm,
And Therefore did the jews persecute jesus, and sought to slay him, — And so in many other Texts, it signifies the following of Another, with an earnest desire to do him Some harm,
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2. Therefore the next words must expound this act, for righteousness sake, and again for my names sake; righteousness here doth unquestionably signify the same thing with goodness, and with holiness;
2. Therefore the next words must expound this act, for righteousness sake, and again for my names sake; righteousness Here does unquestionably signify the same thing with Goodness, and with holiness;
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as it is often taken in Scripture for Christs names sake, which is the same with for Christs sake, 1 John 2.12. — Your sins are forgiven you for his names sake.
as it is often taken in Scripture for Christ names sake, which is the same with for Christ sake, 1 John 2.12. — Your Sins Are forgiven you for his names sake.
It is the same thing which is expressed under several other terms in Scripture, Math. 10.18. — for my sake Math. 16.25. — for my sake — Math. 19.12. — for the Kingdom of Heavens sake, — Mark. 4.17. — for the words sake — Luke 6.22. — for the Son of mans sake.
It is the same thing which is expressed under several other terms in Scripture, Math. 10.18. — for my sake Math. 16.25. — for my sake — Math. 19.12. — for the Kingdom of Heavens sake, — Mark. 4.17. — for the words sake — Lycia 6.22. — for the Son of men sake.
And if indeed the pursuing of one to do him mischief, because he dares not sin against God, be that which is in holy Writ stiled persecution, this must follow, nor can the humane Law excuse it;
And if indeed the pursuing of one to do him mischief, Because he dares not since against God, be that which is in holy Writ styled persecution, this must follow, nor can the humane Law excuse it;
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you know the Jews said, John 19.7. — we have a Law, and that they did not pretend a Law when they had none, is plain, for v. 8. it is said, When Pilate heard that saying, he was the more afraid.
you know the jews said, John 19.7. — we have a Law, and that they did not pretend a Law when they had none, is plain, for v. 8. it is said, When Pilate herd that saying, he was the more afraid.
and must be subjected unto the Law of God, and judged by it; and it is possible that unrighteous judgments may be decreed, Is. 10.1. Wo unto them that decree unrighteous decrees.
and must be subjected unto the Law of God, and judged by it; and it is possible that unrighteous Judgments may be decreed, Is. 10.1. Woe unto them that Decree unrighteous decrees.
nor yet deprive the sufferer from the blessing of him that is persecuted: If a person be pursued for righteousness sake; for the Kingdom of Heavens sake;
nor yet deprive the sufferer from the blessing of him that is persecuted: If a person be pursued for righteousness sake; for the Kingdom of Heavens sake;
for doing that which God obligeth him to do, the persecution is as well persecution in the inferiour agents, as in the first causes, and the more superiour agents;
for doing that which God obliges him to do, the persecution is as well persecution in the inferior agents, as in the First Causes, and the more superior agents;
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the Jews accused the Lord Jesus Christ, they brought him before Pilate, Pilate condemned him, the Jews nailed him to the Cross, did not they who nailed him to the Cross, persecute him? Paul was but an inferiour agent against the Church of God; the Letters were from the Magistrate, and the Chief Priests of Damascus, the guilt lieth in the act, in the inflicting of punishment upon such as ought to be really freed from punishment;
the jews accused the Lord jesus christ, they brought him before Pilate, Pilate condemned him, the jews nailed him to the Cross, did not they who nailed him to the Cross, persecute him? Paul was but an inferior agent against the Church of God; the Letters were from the Magistrate, and the Chief Priests of Damascus, the guilt lies in the act, in the inflicting of punishment upon such as ought to be really freed from punishment;
Nay when it excuseth the principal agent, it thinketh it justice to punish severely the inferiour Minister; for were there no Minister in wickedness, Superiours could do no hurt;
Nay when it excuseth the principal agent, it Thinketh it Justice to Punish severely the inferior Minister; for were there no Minister in wickedness, Superiors could do no hurt;
and therefore if any be so vain as to think they are excused, because they are but Ministers, and do but execute the Will or Sentence of others, they are mistaken;
and Therefore if any be so vain as to think they Are excused, Because they Are but Ministers, and do but execute the Will or Sentence of Others, they Are mistaken;
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blessed are you, when you are reviled and persecuted, and when they shall speak all manner of evil of you, for my names sake. Gal. 4.29. — He that was born after the flesh, persecuted him that was born after the spirit.
blessed Are you, when you Are reviled and persecuted, and when they shall speak all manner of evil of you, for my names sake. Gal. 4.29. — He that was born After the Flesh, persecuted him that was born After the Spirit.
and those that make them to suffer are persecutors, those that are sufferers are so persecuted, it is true there are degrees both of this and of other sins;
and those that make them to suffer Are persecutors, those that Are sufferers Are so persecuted, it is true there Are Degrees both of this and of other Sins;
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Now I say this hath been the lot of the people of God, of the Disciples of Christ in all Ages, to suffer persecution, to be pursued by wicked and malicious men, both with their Tongues reviling them,
Now I say this hath been the lot of the people of God, of the Disciples of christ in all Ages, to suffer persecution, to be pursued by wicked and malicious men, both with their Tongues reviling them,
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and with their hands endeavouring to do them mischief, either spoiling them of their goods, or depriving them of their lives, and that because they will not sin against God.
and with their hands endeavouring to do them mischief, either spoiling them of their goods, or depriving them of their lives, and that Because they will not sin against God.
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but because he was more righteous, and had offered up a better Sacrifice; consider Abrahams Family, of that the Apostle speaketh, Gal. 4.29. — He that was born after the flesh, persecuted him that was born after the spirit, Acts 7.52.
but Because he was more righteous, and had offered up a better Sacrifice; Consider Abrahams Family, of that the Apostle speaks, Gal. 4.29. — He that was born After the Flesh, persecuted him that was born After the Spirit, Acts 7.52.
First by the Jews, then by the Heathens, then by false and pretended Christians, as is evident in the example of Christ, in the example of Stephen the Proto-Martyr, and of Christians ever since:
First by the jews, then by the heathens, then by false and pretended Christians, as is evident in the Exampl of christ, in the Exampl of Stephen the Proto-Martyr, and of Christians ever since:
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First by the Jews, of which you read in the Acts of the Apostles, then by the Heathens, which persecution lasted 300 hundred years, till Constantine the Great; then by false Christians, the Papists and others;
First by the jews, of which you read in the Acts of the Apostles, then by the heathens, which persecution lasted 300 hundred Years, till Constantine the Great; then by false Christians, the Papists and Others;
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where God saith, I will put enmity betwixt thee and the Woman, and between thy seed and her seed, — that Text giveth you an account of the reason of a three-fold antipathy or enmity which you find in the World. 1. You see there is a natural antipathy between the nature of Man and a Serpent, though we have little experience of it in England: In Egypt and Africa they are mortal enemies unto Men,
where God Says, I will put enmity betwixt thee and the Woman, and between thy seed and her seed, — that Text gives you an account of the reason of a threefold antipathy or enmity which you find in the World. 1. You see there is a natural antipathy between the nature of Man and a Serpent, though we have little experience of it in England: In Egypt and Africa they Are Mortal enemies unto Men,
who was the Womans seed but Jesus Christ? Who are the seed of the Devil but wicked men? You are of your Father the Devil, saith Christ, John 8.44. for his works you do:
who was the Woman's seed but jesus christ? Who Are the seed of the devil but wicked men? You Are of your Father the devil, Says christ, John 8.44. for his works you do:
No Man hath a natural love for God, or for the Image of God, as they say of the Basilisk, that it hath such a hatred to a man, that it will fly upon the Picture of a man,
No Man hath a natural love for God, or for the Image of God, as they say of the Basilisk, that it hath such a hatred to a man, that it will fly upon the Picture of a man,
a natural man is quite contrary and unlike unto God, our Saviour giveth this very reason, John 15.18. If the World hate you, you know that it hated me, before it hated you.
a natural man is quite contrary and unlike unto God, our Saviour gives this very reason, John 15.18. If the World hate you, you know that it hated me, before it hated you.
3. A third reason of it is, because the works of the people of God do condemn the works of the World. The Apostle Rom. 1.30. Describeth the Heathen as under the notion of such as are haters of God, so under the notion of proud persons; they are proud;
3. A third reason of it is, Because the works of the people of God do condemn the works of the World. The Apostle Rom. 1.30. Describeth the Heathen as under the notion of such as Are haters of God, so under the notion of proud Persons; they Are proud;
and even to rational eyes doth appear more beautiful and comely; as, John 7.7. The world cannot hate you, but me it hateth, because I testifie of it, that the works thereof are evil; Iohn 3.20. Every one that doth evil, hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved; John 17.14. — the world hath hated them, because they are not of the world — the men of the world have so much corruption as will not suffer them to be as good as the Disciples and Servants of God;
and even to rational eyes does appear more beautiful and comely; as, John 7.7. The world cannot hate you, but me it hates, Because I testify of it, that the works thereof Are evil; John 3.20. Every one that does evil, hates the Light, neither comes to the Light, lest his Deeds should be reproved; John 17.14. — the world hath hated them, Because they Are not of the world — the men of the world have so much corruption as will not suffer them to be as good as the Disciples and Servants of God;
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4. A fourth great reason of the persecution of the people of God by the men of the world, hath been the liberty they have delighted to take in the things of God,
4. A fourth great reason of the persecution of the people of God by the men of the world, hath been the liberty they have delighted to take in the things of God,
and Daniel could not be tied up to this Law, he is thrown therefore into the Den of Lions: This was the cause of Christ and his Disciples persecution, they did not observe the Tradition of the Elders: The Apostles could not abide by the Decrees, which commanded them straitly, that they should preach no more in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ;
and daniel could not be tied up to this Law, he is thrown Therefore into the Den of Lions: This was the cause of christ and his Disciples persecution, they did not observe the Tradition of the Elders: The Apostles could not abide by the Decrees, which commanded them straitly, that they should preach no more in the name of the Lord jesus christ;
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the ordinary portion of those that own the Gospel is persecution, God hath promised his people no more, Mark 10.30. — Houses, and Brethren, and Sisters, and Mothers, and Children, and Lands with persecution, — 2 Tim. 3, 12. All that will live Godly in Christ Jesus, shall suffer persecution, 2 Tim. 1.8.
the ordinary portion of those that own the Gospel is persecution, God hath promised his people no more, Mark 10.30. — Houses, and Brothers, and Sisters, and Mother's, and Children, and Lands with persecution, — 2 Tim. 3, 12. All that will live Godly in christ jesus, shall suffer persecution, 2 Tim. 1.8.
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Hath the Lord hid thee in the storms and tempests, hath he provided for thee, that thou dost not meet with these trials, that others of the Servants of God have met with, thou hast more abundant cause to bless the name of the Lord, thou seest what severity befalls thy Brother,
Hath the Lord hid thee in the storms and tempests, hath he provided for thee, that thou dost not meet with these trials, that Others of the Servants of God have met with, thou hast more abundant cause to bless the name of the Lord, thou See what severity befalls thy Brother,
Use 2. This speaketh unto all the people of God to be preparing for trials: And Secondly, To study their duty under them, that they may as the Prophet speaketh, glorifie the Lord in the Fires;
Use 2. This speaks unto all the people of God to be preparing for trials: And Secondly, To study their duty under them, that they may as the Prophet speaks, Glorify the Lord in the Fires;
Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery Tryal — do not look upon it as a thing that shall not come, there is nothing so much prejudiceth any man,
beloved, think it not strange Concerning the fiery Trial — do not look upon it as a thing that shall not come, there is nothing so much prejudiceth any man,
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when you shall be brought to die for the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ, there is nothing so pernicious to you as security is Job puts a case to himself;
when you shall be brought to die for the Name of the Lord jesus christ, there is nothing so pernicious to you as security is Job puts a case to himself;
say sometimes to your selves, what should I do if God should strip me naked? If I should be put to wander in Sheep-skins, and Goat-skins, be destitute and forsaken? You have all the reason in the world to expect this at the world;
say sometime to your selves, what should I do if God should strip me naked? If I should be put to wander in Sheepskins, and Goatskins, be destitute and forsaken? You have all the reason in the world to expect this At the world;
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it is the policy of the Princes of the Earth, when they see they shall certainly have a great War with some of their fellow Princes, to make Leagues and Treaties with other Princes, that they may not have them all upon them:
it is the policy of the Princes of the Earth, when they see they shall Certainly have a great War with Some of their fellow Princes, to make Leagues and Treaties with other Princes, that they may not have them all upon them:
it is a time when the world is most likely to quarrel with them, and they are likeliest to have the sharpest contest with men in the world, that so they may not have at once two enemies on their Backs.
it is a time when the world is most likely to quarrel with them, and they Are likeliest to have the Sharpest contest with men in the world, that so they may not have At once two enemies on their Backs.
it will be the policy of your Souls, if you would prepare for a time of persecution, to weaken your lusts and corruptions, if you cannot out them, at least to get them out of Command in your Souls, especially such lusts as will be most subject to betray your Souls;
it will be the policy of your Souls, if you would prepare for a time of persecution, to weaken your Lustiest and corruptions, if you cannot out them, At least to get them out of Command in your Souls, especially such Lustiest as will be most Subject to betray your Souls;
1. A love of pleasures; it is given as the Character of wicked men, 2 Tim. 3.4. — Lovers of pleasures — they spend their years in pleasure, and in a moment go down to the Grave, Titus 3.3. — serving divers lusts and pleasures:
1. A love of pleasures; it is given as the Character of wicked men, 2 Tim. 3.4. — Lovers of pleasures — they spend their Years in pleasure, and in a moment go down to the Grave, Titus 3.3. — serving diverse Lustiest and pleasures:
— These are things that are very grateful to our nature, but he that harboureth them in his bosome, will be very unfit for an hour of persecution; as he said, who saw a brave Building,
— These Are things that Are very grateful to our nature, but he that harboureth them in his bosom, will be very unfit for an hour of persecution; as he said, who saw a brave Building,
Study the mortification of your hearts, as to all the pleasures of this Life, Moses, Heb. 11.25. chose rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season.
Study the mortification of your hearts, as to all the pleasures of this Life, Moses, Hebrew 11.25. chosen rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of since for a season.
a time of persecution is a time that will anger us, we had not need be Cholerick and Techy in such a time, the want of this is that which maketh Christians in suffering to render evil for evil, reviling for reviling, and to study revenge;
a time of persecution is a time that will anger us, we had not need be Choleric and Techy in such a time, the want of this is that which makes Christians in suffering to render evil for evil, reviling for reviling, and to study revenge;
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passion wonderfully roileth the Soul in an evil day, and keepeth it from bearing the Yoke of God with that quietness, with which it ought to submit to the good pleasure of God.
passion wonderfully roileth the Soul in an evil day, and Keepeth it from bearing the Yoke of God with that quietness, with which it ought to submit to the good pleasure of God.
Paul gloried in the Cross of Christ, by which the World was Crucified to him, and he Crucified to the World, Gal. 6.14. All that persecution can hurt you in, is to divide you from the World, and to imbitter the World to you;
Paul gloried in the Cross of christ, by which the World was crucified to him, and he crucified to the World, Gal. 6.14. All that persecution can hurt you in, is to divide you from the World, and to embitter the World to you;
it cannot reach you as to your heavenly concern, as to your interest there; so that the looser you stand to the World, both as to your inward affections,
it cannot reach you as to your heavenly concern, as to your Interest there; so that the looser you stand to the World, both as to your inward affections,
but where the heart is divided from the World as to all these, so as it is not fond of any of these things, it hath no pleasure no delight in them, it can live without them, persecution doth little hurt.
but where the heart is divided from the World as to all these, so as it is not found of any of these things, it hath no pleasure no delight in them, it can live without them, persecution does little hurt.
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this is that hating of Father, and Mother, Wife and Children, which our Saviour so presseth upon his Disciples, it is a not loving of them more than God;
this is that hating of Father, and Mother, Wife and Children, which our Saviour so Presseth upon his Disciples, it is a not loving of them more than God;
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carry your selves as innocently as you will, the World will be angry with you, take heed of making them more angry by things which you are not obliged to do, which if done, will disoblige the Men of the World;
carry your selves as innocently as you will, the World will be angry with you, take heed of making them more angry by things which you Are not obliged to do, which if done, will disoblige the Men of the World;
surely we may hope, that our contemplation of the pleasures that are at Gods right hand, should dispose and prepare us for the parting with the pleasures of sin which are but for a season;
surely we may hope, that our contemplation of the pleasures that Are At God's right hand, should dispose and prepare us for the parting with the pleasures of since which Are but for a season;
What was that which made Jacob endure the cold nights and watchings, but the sight of Rachel. He had a prospect of a Rachel; his satisfaction in her, was that which he thought would ballance all at last.
What was that which made Jacob endure the cold nights and watchings, but the sighed of Rachel. He had a prospect of a Rachel; his satisfaction in her, was that which he Thought would balance all At last.
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The more full assent you give to the Proposition of the Word, and the firmer reliance you have upon the Promises, the better you will endure an evil hour;
The more full assent you give to the Proposition of the Word, and the firmer reliance you have upon the Promises, the better you will endure an evil hour;
2. Faith sheweth unto the Soul invisible things, and those of an infinite transcendency, and supereminent excellency above all things that are visible, 1 Cor. 2.9, 10. — Eye hath not seen, nor Ear heard,
2. Faith shows unto the Soul invisible things, and those of an infinite transcendency, and supereminent excellency above all things that Are visible, 1 Cor. 2.9, 10. — Eye hath not seen, nor Ear herd,
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But God hath revealed them unto us by his Spirit, Psal. 16.11. — at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore, Heb. 11.16. — a better Country, Heb. 11.26. — a recompence of reward, Heb. 10.34. — a better and enduring substance.
But God hath revealed them unto us by his Spirit, Psalm 16.11. — At thy right hand there Are pleasures for evermore, Hebrew 11.16. — a better Country, Hebrew 11.26. — a recompense of reward, Hebrew 10.34. — a better and enduring substance.
than persecution is armed to make him sin, Luke 12.4. — Be not afraid of them that kill the body, and after that have no more that they can do, (saith our Saviour) but fear him that can cast both Body and Soul into Hell-fire.
than persecution is armed to make him since, Lycia 12.4. — Be not afraid of them that kill the body, and After that have no more that they can do, (Says our Saviour) but Fear him that can cast both Body and Soul into Hell-fire.
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sense telleth a man the Persecutor can do no more than kill the Body, Faith drowns this, by shewing the Soul a God that hath the Keys of Hell, and Death in his hand,
sense Telleth a man the Persecutor can do no more than kill the Body, Faith drowns this, by showing the Soul a God that hath the Keys of Hell, and Death in his hand,
Is it pleasure that maketh thee loth to endure persecution, Faith sheweth the Soul the pleasures at Christs right hand, where are fulness of pleasures for evermore;
Is it pleasure that makes thee loath to endure persecution, Faith shows the Soul the pleasures At Christ right hand, where Are fullness of pleasures for evermore;
is it profit that maketh thee loth to endure persecution? Faith sheweth the Soul a more enduring substance, a recompence of reward which is infinitely above thy proportion of labour;
is it profit that makes thee loath to endure persecution? Faith shows the Soul a more enduring substance, a recompense of reward which is infinitely above thy proportion of labour;
yea and Faith evidenceth this to the Soul, and giveth the Soul such an evidence of these things, that the Soul hath no more doubt, no more fear of these things,
yea and Faith Evidenceth this to the Soul, and gives the Soul such an evidence of these things, that the Soul hath no more doubt, no more Fear of these things,
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for this teacheth the Soul to rest, and rely upon Christ alone for Salvation, and layeth the strongest and highest obligation imaginable upon the Soul to love the Lord Jesus Christ;
for this Teaches the Soul to rest, and rely upon christ alone for Salvation, and Layeth the Strongest and highest obligation imaginable upon the Soul to love the Lord jesus christ;
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1. For the first, a power to wait for God, for the fulfilling of the promise, Heb. 10.36, 37. For you have need of patience, that after you have done the will of God, you might receive the promise:
1. For the First, a power to wait for God, for the fulfilling of the promise, Hebrew 10.36, 37. For you have need of patience, that After you have done the will of God, you might receive the promise:
The staying of th• Vision to an appointed time, and Gods not making hast in the fulfilling of the promise, is that which sheweth us the need of this patience.
The staying of th• Vision to an appointed time, and God's not making haste in the fulfilling of the promise, is that which shows us the need of this patience.
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and because the habits of both are infused by God, Prayer is the great means both to obtain these and all other influences and habits of grace from God.
and Because the habits of both Are infused by God, Prayer is the great means both to obtain these and all other influences and habits of grace from God.
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9. Labour for spiritual wisdom. Wisdom is a practical habit which directeth us to use the best means, in order to a good end, this wisdom doth not teach you to deliberate at all about the thing,
9. Labour for spiritual Wisdom. Wisdom is a practical habit which directeth us to use the best means, in order to a good end, this Wisdom does not teach you to deliberate At all about the thing,
If any of you want wisdom, let him ask it of God; there is a great wisdom to be used in suffering, 2 Tim. 2.5. And if a man also strive for masteries, yet is he not Crowned, except he strive lawfully.
If any of you want Wisdom, let him ask it of God; there is a great Wisdom to be used in suffering, 2 Tim. 2.5. And if a man also strive for masteries, yet is he not Crowned, except he strive lawfully.
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10. Would you prepare for an hour of persecution? walk close with God. Walking holily and closely with God, is the duty of a Christian at all times, both with reference to his eternal Salvation,
10. Would you prepare for an hour of persecution? walk close with God. Walking holily and closely with God, is the duty of a Christian At all times, both with Referente to his Eternal Salvation,
When the Lord letteth loose the men of the world, to execute their rage against the people of God, the Lord doth come in a way of wrath and anger against his own people;
When the Lord lets lose the men of the world, to execute their rage against the people of God, the Lord does come in a Way of wrath and anger against his own people;
though a Christian standeth obliged at all times to walk close with God, yet if ever he may give himself a liberty and looseness as to a garment of holiness, certainly it should not be in the Winter, it should not be when a storm is coming. 11. Be much in Prayer.
though a Christian Stands obliged At all times to walk close with God, yet if ever he may give himself a liberty and looseness as to a garment of holiness, Certainly it should not be in the Winter, it should not be when a storm is coming. 11. Be much in Prayer.
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Here in the first place is a case of Conscience to be spoken to about flight; Whether it be lawful for Christians to fly in a time of persecution to avoid the storm?
Here in the First place is a case of Conscience to be spoken to about flight; Whither it be lawful for Christians to fly in a time of persecution to avoid the storm?
and when particular ties do not oblige him for to stay; our Saviour bids his Disciples, Math. 10.23. When they persecute you in this City, flee you into another:
and when particular ties do not oblige him for to stay; our Saviour bids his Disciples, Math. 10.23. When they persecute you in this city, flee you into Another:
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so long as there is any probable hope that the cause of God may be advantaged by our stay, that a man standeth as a stake in a Hedg, take it out and the Hedge falleth, he must not stir;
so long as there is any probable hope that the cause of God may be advantaged by our stay, that a man Stands as a stake in a Hedge, take it out and the Hedge falls, he must not stir;
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but he must betray the interest of God in the place where he is, or fail in his discharge of his duty to them whom the Lord hath set him in near Relation to, he may sin.
but he must betray the Interest of God in the place where he is, or fail in his discharge of his duty to them whom the Lord hath Set him in near Relation to, he may sin.
1. In the first place, It is the duty of Christians in a time of persecution to stand to it, to endure it until the Lord openeth some door by which they may go out without sinning against God;
1. In the First place, It is the duty of Christians in a time of persecution to stand to it, to endure it until the Lord Openeth Some door by which they may go out without sinning against God;
2. It is doubtless the great duty of Christians in such a time, to live as winning and obliging a conversation as possibly we can, that we may not by any Indiscretion pull down any suffering or trial upon our selves.
2. It is doubtless the great duty of Christians in such a time, to live as winning and obliging a Conversation as possibly we can, that we may not by any Indiscretion pull down any suffering or trial upon our selves.
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Father forgive them, they know not what they do: And Stephen praying when he was dying, Lord lay not this sin unto their charge; 1 Pet. 2.21. For hereunto were you called;
Father forgive them, they know not what they do: And Stephen praying when he was dying, Lord lay not this since unto their charge; 1 Pet. 2.21. For hereunto were you called;
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and the more we are prone to study revenge, therefore the mortification of anger in the checking of our passion, is highly necessary to us in such an hour.
and the more we Are prove to study revenge, Therefore the mortification of anger in the checking of our passion, is highly necessary to us in such an hour.
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Be you only careful of your duty, that you do not bring your selves into trials, that you do not suffer as evil-doers, either with respect to the cause for which you suffer,
Be you only careful of your duty, that you do not bring your selves into trials, that you do not suffer as evildoers, either with respect to the cause for which you suffer,
or to any circumstances relating to it; see that you strive, and strive lawfully, Mark 13.11. When they shall lead you and deliver you up, take no thought before what you shall speak;
or to any Circumstances relating to it; see that you strive, and strive lawfully, Mark 13.11. When they shall led you and deliver you up, take no Thought before what you shall speak;
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you know who was in the fiery Furnace, Dan. 6.22. My God hath sent his Angels, saith Daniel, and hath shut the Lions mouths, that they have not hurt me, 2 Tim. 4.16.
you know who was in the fiery Furnace, Dan. 6.22. My God hath sent his Angels, Says daniel, and hath shut the Lions mouths, that they have not hurt me, 2 Tim. 4.16.
5. Then if ever it is your duty not to be seeking great things for your selves in this life, Jer. 45.5. Seekest thou great things for thy self? seek them not — A Christian should order his Conversation in Conformity to Gods dispensation;
5. Then if ever it is your duty not to be seeking great things for your selves in this life, Jer. 45.5. Seekest thou great things for thy self? seek them not — A Christian should order his Conversation in Conformity to God's Dispensation;
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6. Then, if ever, a Christian stands most highly concerned to fill his thoughts with spiritual objects, to be thinking of the pleasures at Gods right hand, thinking of that substance that shall endure, of that better Country, which God h•th prepared for his people.
6. Then, if ever, a Christian Stands most highly concerned to fill his thoughts with spiritual objects, to be thinking of the pleasures At God's right hand, thinking of that substance that shall endure, of that better Country, which God h•th prepared for his people.
7. A Christian ought in an hour of trial, to be ready to give a reason of the hope that is in him, to every one th•• asketh with meekness, and with fear:
7. A Christian ought in an hour of trial, to be ready to give a reason of the hope that is in him, to every one th•• asks with meekness, and with Fear:
If you observe that Text, 1 Pet. 3.15. It is mixed with the Apostles directions to Christians, how to behave themselves under persecution, a Christian is not bound to bring himself into trouble;
If you observe that Text, 1 Pet. 3.15. It is mixed with the Apostles directions to Christians, how to behave themselves under persecution, a Christian is not bound to bring himself into trouble;
or of our hope, but we must do it with meekness and with fear, in an humble manner, with that due reverence which is due unto those, whom the Lord hath set in a station above us.
or of our hope, but we must do it with meekness and with Fear, in an humble manner, with that due Reverence which is due unto those, whom the Lord hath Set in a station above us.
when he cometh in the glory of his Father with his holy Angels. Luke 12.8. — Whosoever shall confess me before men, him shall the Son of man also c••sess before the Angels of God.
when he comes in the glory of his Father with his holy Angels. Luke 12.8. — Whosoever shall confess me before men, him shall the Son of man also c••sess before the Angels of God.
That he before Pontius Pilate witnessed a good confession. Upon which account he adjureth Timothy, that according to his example he also should fight the good fight, and keep the Faith. Here ariseth a Question. Quest.
That he before Pontius Pilate witnessed a good Confessi. Upon which account he adjureth Timothy, that according to his Exampl he also should fight the good fight, and keep the Faith. Here arises a Question. Quest.
1. I answer, it unquestionably dependeth not upon the Judgment of men, whether the thing commanded be lawful or unlawful, that issue must be determined by God;
1. I answer, it unquestionably dependeth not upon the Judgement of men, whither the thing commanded be lawful or unlawful, that issue must be determined by God;
2. It is most certain, men may persecute others for righteousness sake, and yet think they do that which they ought to do, Acts 26.9. I verily thought with my self, that I ought to do many things contrary to the name of Jesus of Nazareth, John 16.2. Whosoever killeth you will think he doth God service.
2. It is most certain, men may persecute Others for righteousness sake, and yet think they do that which they ought to do, Acts 26.9. I verily Thought with my self, that I ought to do many things contrary to the name of jesus of Nazareth, John 16.2. Whosoever kills you will think he does God service.
yet I cannot see how the action shall be excused from persecution, the reason is, the Superiour may forbear his command, the Inferiour cannot avoid his suffering;
yet I cannot see how the actium shall be excused from persecution, the reason is, the Superior may forbear his command, the Inferior cannot avoid his suffering;
You should remember them in your prayers, Acts 12.5. Peter was kept in prison, prayer was made without ceasing of the Church unto God for him. Rom. 15.30. — Strive together with me, in your prayers to God for me.
You should Remember them in your Prayers, Acts 12.5. Peter was kept in prison, prayer was made without ceasing of the Church unto God for him. Rom. 15.30. — Strive together with me, in your Prayers to God for me.
Remember them with your purses. In the Primitive Church Christians upon this account had all things common, Acts 4.34. For as many as were possessors of lands, or houses, sold them, and brought the prices of the things which were sold. 2 Cor. 8.14. That now at this time your abundance may be a supply for their want. Phil. 4.15. No Church communicated with me as concerning giving and receiving, but you only.
remember them with your purses. In the Primitive Church Christians upon this account had all things Common, Acts 4.34. For as many as were Possessors' of Lands, or houses, sold them, and brought the Princes of the things which were sold. 2 Cor. 8.14. That now At this time your abundance may be a supply for their want. Philip 4.15. No Church communicated with me as Concerning giving and receiving, but you only.
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2. I will answer the Question, how we can rejoyce and be exceeding glad? 3. I will shew you the ground upon which a Christian should be exceeding glad.
2. I will answer the Question, how we can rejoice and be exceeding glad? 3. I will show you the ground upon which a Christian should be exceeding glad.
Rejoyce, saith our Saviour, and be exceeding glad. Joy is nothing but the satisfaction of the Soul in the union that it hath with some good thing that is present,
Rejoice, Says our Saviour, and be exceeding glad. Joy is nothing but the satisfaction of the Soul in the Union that it hath with Some good thing that is present,
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and this is the reason that in those fierce and furious times, the Apostle did so caution Christians, 1 Cor. 7.32. I would have you be without carefulness, Phil. 4.6. Be careful in nothing, 1 Pet. 5.7. Casting all your care upon him, for he careth for you.
and this is the reason that in those fierce and furious times, the Apostle did so caution Christians, 1 Cor. 7.32. I would have you be without carefulness, Philip 4.6. Be careful in nothing, 1 Pet. 5.7. Casting all your care upon him, for he Careth for you.
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So then, when our Lord calleth unto his Disciples to rejoyce, and to be exceeding glad, he forbiddeth them immoderate grief, murmuring and repining at God's dispensations;
So then, when our Lord calls unto his Disciples to rejoice, and to be exceeding glad, he forbiddeth them immoderate grief, murmuring and repining At God's dispensations;
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2. But Secondly, There is something positive, and this our Saviour doth hint to us by the two words that he useth in this place, NONLATINALPHABET, the latter word signifieth a great excess of joy, which doth not keep within the bounds of the heart, but breaketh forth in actions.
2. But Secondly, There is something positive, and this our Saviour does hint to us by the two words that he uses in this place,, the latter word signifies a great excess of joy, which does not keep within the bounds of the heart, but breaks forth in actions.
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Divines have observed that it answereth an Hebrew word, which signifieth dancing joyfully, and is used of David, 1 Chron. 15.29. dancing before the Ark;
Divines have observed that it Answers an Hebrew word, which signifies dancing joyfully, and is used of David, 1 Chronicles 15.29. dancing before the Ark;
and this agreeth with James 1.2. Count it all joy when you fall into divers temptations; where temptations signifieth persecutions. Thus the Apostle, Acts 5.41. They departed from the presence of the Council, rejoycing that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his Name.
and this agreeth with James 1.2. Count it all joy when you fallen into diverse temptations; where temptations signifies persecutions. Thus the Apostle, Acts 5.41. They departed from the presence of the Council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his Name.
Obj. But will some Christians say, How should a Christian do this? Can a man rejoyce in evil? Is it not contrary to the very nature of man to rejoyce in an evil? Is it not contrary to whatsoever is the duty of a Christian, to rejoyce in the afflicting hand of God upon him? How then shall a man be glad and rejoyce in persecution,
Object But will Some Christians say, How should a Christian do this? Can a man rejoice in evil? Is it not contrary to the very nature of man to rejoice in an evil? Is it not contrary to whatsoever is the duty of a Christian, to rejoice in the afflicting hand of God upon him? How then shall a man be glad and rejoice in persecution,
it is one thing to rejoyce when we are persecuted, and another thing to rejoyce because we are persecuted. God doth not require that of you which is contrary to your Humane Nature;
it is one thing to rejoice when we Are persecuted, and Another thing to rejoice Because we Are persecuted. God does not require that of you which is contrary to your Humane Nature;
God requireth of no man to rejoyce because he suffereth, but yet he may rejoyce when he is persecuted; he may rejoyce that he is thought worthy to suffer.
God requires of no man to rejoice Because he suffers, but yet he may rejoice when he is persecuted; he may rejoice that he is Thought worthy to suffer.
yea not under a single blessing, but under a treble blessing? Is it nothing to you, Sirs, to be blessed of God, to have him who knoweth the state of every Soul, in whose hand are all blessings,
yea not under a single blessing, but under a triple blessing? Is it nothing to you, Sirs, to be blessed of God, to have him who Knoweth the state of every Soul, in whose hand Are all blessings,
and cursings, and whom he blesseth they shall be blessed, and whom he curseth they shall be cursed? Is it nothing for you to be in such a state, that you are sure you are under the blessing of God, that you are some of those he hath pronounced blessed, thrice over blessed,
and cursings, and whom he Blesses they shall be blessed, and whom he Curseth they shall be cursed? Is it nothing for you to be in such a state, that you Are sure you Are under the blessing of God, that you Are Some of those he hath pronounced blessed, thrice over blessed,
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But our afflictions are, saith the Apostle, but light and momentany afflictions, though they work for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory, James 1.12. Is not this matter of rejoycing, that the reward of a man is great in Heaven? 2 Thes. 1.7. It is a token to you of rest with us, when the Lord Jesus shall be revealed.
But our afflictions Are, Says the Apostle, but Light and momentany afflictions, though they work for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of glory, James 1.12. Is not this matter of rejoicing, that the reward of a man is great in Heaven? 2 Thebes 1.7. It is a token to you of rest with us, when the Lord jesus shall be revealed.
that our Lord might let them know, that it was no new thing, he saith, They persecuted the Prophets which were before you, that our Lord might let them know they were not too good for persecution, he says, So persecuted they the Prophets, who yet were the best of the Servants of God,
that our Lord might let them know, that it was no new thing, he Says, They persecuted the prophets which were before you, that our Lord might let them know they were not too good for persecution, he Says, So persecuted they the prophets, who yet were the best of the Servants of God,
you are partakers of the afflictions of Jesus Christ; this is a ground of rejoycing; Rejoyce, saith the Apostle, 1 Pet. 4.13. in as much as you are partakers of Christs sufferings, that when his glory shall be revealed, you may be glad also with exceeding joy, Phil. 1.20. Christ shall be magnified in my body, Col. 1.24. Who now rejoyce in my sufferings for you, and fill up that which is behind, of the afflictions of Christ in my flesh. St. Paul, Phil. 3.10. desired to know him, and the power of his Resurrection, and the fellowship of his Sufferings, being made conformable to his Death.
you Are partakers of the afflictions of jesus christ; this is a ground of rejoicing; Rejoice, Says the Apostle, 1 Pet. 4.13. in as much as you Are partakers of Christ sufferings, that when his glory shall be revealed, you may be glad also with exceeding joy, Philip 1.20. christ shall be magnified in my body, Col. 1.24. Who now rejoice in my sufferings for you, and fill up that which is behind, of the afflictions of christ in my Flesh. Saint Paul, Philip 3.10. desired to know him, and the power of his Resurrection, and the fellowship of his Sufferings, being made conformable to his Death.
Last Ʋse. Must this be the Lot of the Servants of God, of all those that will live godly in Christ Jesus, to suffer persecution, take heed your hand be not upon them.
Last Ʋse. Must this be the Lot of the Servants of God, of all those that will live godly in christ jesus, to suffer persecution, take heed your hand be not upon them.
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It were better for him that a Milstone were hanged about his neck, and he were cast into the Sea. The will of God concerning an event, will not justifie the proximate cause or agent in an action;
It were better for him that a Millstone were hanged about his neck, and he were cast into the Sea. The will of God Concerning an event, will not justify the proximate cause or agent in an actium;
1. Consider with your selves, by way of comparison, if it be a great sin for a man to do hurt to those that are innocent, how much greater must it be to do evil to one,
1. Consider with your selves, by Way of comparison, if it be a great since for a man to do hurt to those that Are innocent, how much greater must it be to do evil to one,
because he doth good? God hath taken a particular charge of innocent persons, Exod. 23.7. The innocent and righteous person stay thou not, saith God, Deut. 27.25. Cursed be he that taketh reward to slay an innocent person, Job 22.30. He shall deliver the Island of the innocent.
Because he does good? God hath taken a particular charge of innocent Persons, Exod 23.7. The innocent and righteous person stay thou not, Says God, Deuteronomy 27.25. Cursed be he that Takes reward to slay an innocent person, Job 22.30. He shall deliver the Island of the innocent.
or the taking away his goods by violence, or oppressing him be such a guilt in the sight of God, judge how great the sin must be to slay a righteous person, to undo,
or the taking away his goods by violence, or oppressing him be such a guilt in the sighed of God, judge how great the since must be to slay a righteous person, to undo,
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When Saul was breathing out threatning, and bringing persecution upon the Church of God, the Lord called unto him out of Heaven, saying, Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me? And when he said, Who art thou Lord? the Answer was, I am Jesus whom thou persecutest.
When Saul was breathing out threatening, and bringing persecution upon the Church of God, the Lord called unto him out of Heaven, saying, Saul, Saul, why Persecutest thou me? And when he said, Who art thou Lord? the Answer was, I am jesus whom thou Persecutest.
And if the Lord doth so severely take notice of the omissions of doing good to his people, Mat. 25.41. Pronouncing the Sentence, Depart ye cursed into everlasting fire, prepared for the Devil and his Angels.
And if the Lord does so severely take notice of the omissions of doing good to his people, Mathew 25.41. Pronouncing the Sentence, Depart you cursed into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his Angels.
You know how the Lord punished Ishmael, Pharaoh and Jezebel, and the Jewish Nation. In short, this work of persecution hath been the ruine of all those that have ever medled with it;
You know how the Lord punished Ishmael, Pharaoh and Jezebel, and the Jewish nation. In short, this work of persecution hath been the ruin of all those that have ever meddled with it;
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Christ, that stone which the builders refused, hath faln upon them, and ground them to powder, Luke 20.18. Precious in the sight of God is the blood of his Saints; he will requite it.
christ, that stone which the Builders refused, hath fallen upon them, and ground them to powder, Lycia 20.18. Precious in the sighed of God is the blood of his Saints; he will requite it.
what do you think will the precious blood of the Saints do? What therefore Pilate 's Wife said unto him, in her message, Have thou nothing to do with that righteous person:
what do you think will the precious blood of the Saints do? What Therefore Pilate is Wife said unto him, in her message, Have thou nothing to do with that righteous person:
So I say, have nothing to do with men that only strive against sin, and put themselves upon suffering in this extremity, rather than they will sin against God;
So I say, have nothing to do with men that only strive against since, and put themselves upon suffering in this extremity, rather than they will sin against God;
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4. Another thing in that which is set out under the notion of persecution, reacheth to the spoiling them of their goods, of their liberty, and of their lives.
4. another thing in that which is Set out under the notion of persecution, reaches to the spoiling them of their goods, of their liberty, and of their lives.
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SERM. 12. 2 Cor. 4.8, 9. We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed.
SERMON. 12. 2 Cor. 4.8, 9. We Are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we Are perplexed, but not in despair; Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed.
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then denied, concerning the Apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Primitive Christians, whose lives, (as the lives of many good Christians) are still made up of things hardly intelligible to carnal men, who know of no distresses, but what are from without, no despair,
then denied, Concerning the Apostles of our Lord jesus christ, and the Primitive Christians, whose lives, (as the lives of many good Christians) Are still made up of things hardly intelligible to carnal men, who know of no Distresses, but what Are from without, no despair,
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For whatsoever things were written before, were written for our Learning, that we through patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope, Rom. 15.4. The things that have been are, and shall be, and there is nothing new under the Sun. There is no temptation hath befallen you (saith the Apostle) but what is common to men.
For whatsoever things were written before, were written for our Learning, that we through patience and Comfort of the Scriptures might have hope, Rom. 15.4. The things that have been Are, and shall be, and there is nothing new under the Sun. There is no temptation hath befallen you (Says the Apostle) but what is Common to men.
The second Epistle of St. Paul to the Church at Corinth, is thought to have been written soon after his first Epistle to them from Philippi, one of the first Cities upon the Coast of Macedonia, Acts 16.12. Thither Paul went, Acts 20.1, 2. when he departed from Ephesus, after the uproar made at Ephesus, ch. 19. by Demetrius, for fear that by the Gospel coming amongst them, he should lose his Trade of making Silver-shrines for Diana. The occasion of the writing of it to those that read it, will appear to be to vindicate himself from the calumnies and aspersions which false Teachers had cast upon him, who charged him with levity, pride, ostentation, rendred his person contemptible, &c. as also to acknowledge to them their forwardness in contribution to the Saints, their kind reception of Titus, and the good effect his former Epistle had.
The second Epistle of Saint Paul to the Church At Corinth, is Thought to have been written soon After his First Epistle to them from Philippi, one of the First Cities upon the Coast of Macedonia, Acts 16.12. Thither Paul went, Acts 20.1, 2. when he departed from Ephesus, After the uproar made At Ephesus, changed. 19. by Demetrius, for Fear that by the Gospel coming among them, he should loose his Trade of making Silver shrines for Diana. The occasion of the writing of it to those that read it, will appear to be to vindicate himself from the calumnies and Aspersions which false Teachers had cast upon him, who charged him with levity, pride, ostentation, rendered his person contemptible, etc. as also to acknowledge to them their forwardness in contribution to the Saints, their kind reception of Titus, and the good Effect his former Epistle had.
mediately by the wicked hands of men, or from our selves (for we are sometimes our own tormentors.) These words are expressive of all these kinds of trouble.
mediately by the wicked hands of men, or from our selves (for we Are sometime our own tormentors.) These words Are expressive of all these Kinds of trouble.
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In the World you shall have NONLATINALPHABET, trouble: We meet with more than one kind of trouble in the World, derived either from NONLATINALPHABET, a word signifying to break, or NONLATINALPHABET, which signifieth to wear,
In the World you shall have, trouble: We meet with more than one kind of trouble in the World, derived either from, a word signifying to break, or, which signifies to wear,
it signifieth to pinch us (as a shoe pincheth our foot.) The way to Heaven is called, NONLATINALPHABET, a strait way, which men must crowd hard to get thorow.
it signifies to pinch us (as a shoe pincheth our foot.) The Way to Heaven is called,, a strait Way, which men must crowd hard to get thorough.
God's people are pressed, straitned, pinched, (or as this verse is) troubled, NONLATINALPHABET, on every side, in every place, upon all turns, in all the circumstances of their lives, the World would be rid of them,
God's people Are pressed, straitened, pinched, (or as this verse is) troubled,, on every side, in every place, upon all turns, in all the Circumstances of their lives, the World would be rid of them,
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2. The next word by which the Apostle expresseth their state is, NONLATINALPHABET, it signifies to doubt and be in suspence, Gal. 4.20. John 13.22. Acts 25.20.
2. The next word by which the Apostle Expresses their state is,, it signifies to doubt and be in suspense, Gal. 4.20. John 13.22. Acts 25.20.
for who knoweth what a day may bring forth? The complexion of providence may be so lowring (to humane sense) upon the Church of God, that the best and wisest of them may be NONLATINALPHABET, at an incertainty of mind, not able to determine what God will be pleased to do either with themselves or with his people (the generality of them) in such or such a Precinct;
for who Knoweth what a day may bring forth? The complexion of providence may be so lowering (to humane sense) upon the Church of God, that the best and Wisest of them may be, At an incertainty of mind, not able to determine what God will be pleased to do either with themselves or with his people (the generality of them) in such or such a Precinct;
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In this case Job was, ch. 3.23. his way was hid, God had hedged him in. The Church was in such a case, Lam. 3.7. He hath hedged me about, that I cannot get out.
In this case Job was, changed. 3.23. his Way was hid, God had hedged him in. The Church was in such a case, Lam. 3.7. He hath hedged me about, that I cannot get out.
It is generally (in the New Testament, when it is applied to persons) used to signifie the eager and constant prosecuting of persons for Christs sake, or for righteousness sake.
It is generally (in the New Testament, when it is applied to Persons) used to signify the eager and constant prosecuting of Persons for Christ sake, or for righteousness sake.
4. The last word by which their state is exprest, is NONLATINALPHABET, which signifieth thrown, or cast down; it doth not signifie such a casting down, as a man sometimes afflicteth himself with, by a demission of his spirits, and failing in his courage;
4. The last word by which their state is expressed, is, which signifies thrown, or cast down; it does not signify such a casting down, as a man sometime afflicts himself with, by a demission of his spirits, and failing in his courage;
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Thus Paul and the Primitive Christians were cast down by the tongues & hands too of wicked men, both Jews and Gentiles, such a casting down as the Devil is said to be cast down by, Rev. 12.10. Where the very same word is used that is used here.
Thus Paul and the Primitive Christians were cast down by the tongues & hands too of wicked men, both jews and Gentiles, such a casting down as the devil is said to be cast down by, Rev. 12.10. Where the very same word is used that is used Here.
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1. The first word is NONLATINALPHABET, it properly signifieth to be straitned in place, as a man who is crouded up in a narrow room, where he hath not sufficient room or space for his body;
1. The First word is, it properly signifies to be straitened in place, as a man who is crowded up in a narrow room, where he hath not sufficient room or Molle for his body;
thence by a metaphor it is used to signifie any affliction which beareth any proportion to this, Rom. 2.9. ch. 8.35. 2 Cor. 6.4. 12.10. where it is translated distresses.
thence by a metaphor it is used to signify any affliction which bears any proportion to this, Rom. 2.9. changed. 8.35. 2 Cor. 6.4. 12.10. where it is translated Distresses.
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they were not straitned in their own bowels. There is this Riddle opened; the NONLATINALPHABET, being in trouble on every side, that referred to their outward man;
they were not straitened in their own bowels. There is this Riddle opened; the, being in trouble on every side, that referred to their outward man;
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It is used by our Saviour hanging upon the Cross, Mat. 27.46. Mark 15.34. Acts 2.27. Thou wilt not leave my soul in Hell, 2 Tim. 4.16. All did forsake me, Heb. 10.25. 13.5. In all which places it signifieth a leaving in distress, or in a time of danger.
It is used by our Saviour hanging upon the Cross, Mathew 27.46. Mark 15.34. Acts 2.27. Thou wilt not leave my soul in Hell, 2 Tim. 4.16. All did forsake me, Hebrew 10.25. 13.5. In all which places it signifies a leaving in distress, or in a time of danger.
This power is inseparable from the Divine Being, where-ever that is, Omnipotence must be, but as to the exerting of it this or that way, that dependeth upon the will of God.
This power is inseparable from the Divine Being, wherever that is, Omnipotence must be, but as to the exerting of it this or that Way, that dependeth upon the will of God.
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God will make a way to escape the temptation, 1 Cor. 10.13. God will sometimes let his proudest enemies see and know, that wherein they talk, or act proudly, he will be above them.
God will make a Way to escape the temptation, 1 Cor. 10.13. God will sometime let his proudest enemies see and know, that wherein they talk, or act proudly, he will be above them.
Job 5.12, 13. He disappointeth the devices of the crafty, so that their hands cannot find their interprise, he taketh the wise in their own craftiness and the Counsel of the froward is carried head-long.
Job 5.12, 13. He disappointeth the devices of the crafty, so that their hands cannot find their enterprise, he Takes the wise in their own craftiness and the Counsel of the froward is carried headlong.
Infinite instances might be given of this in all ages. 2 Sometimes he will fit his people sufficiently to deal with them, Luke 21.15. I will give you a mouth and wisdom, which none of your Enemies shall be able to resist.
Infinite instances might be given of this in all ages. 2 Sometime he will fit his people sufficiently to deal with them, Lycia 21.15. I will give you a Mouth and Wisdom, which none of your Enemies shall be able to resist.
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This was verified as to Stephen, Acts 6.20. Of whom it is said, Acts 6.20. That his adversaries were not able to resist the wisdom, and the Spirit, by which he spake.
This was verified as to Stephen, Acts 6.20. Of whom it is said, Acts 6.20. That his Adversaries were not able to resist the Wisdom, and the Spirit, by which he spoke.
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For (saith our Saviour) it is not you that speak, but the Spirit of your Father which speaketh in you, Matth. 10.19, 20. This was eminently made good to the first and most famous Ministers of the Gospel,
For (Says our Saviour) it is not you that speak, but the Spirit of your Father which speaks in you, Matthew 10.19, 20. This was eminently made good to the First and most famous Ministers of the Gospel,
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and hath in its measure been since made good in all succeeding ages, so as plain, illiterate, ignorant creatures, have been able to put to silence the wisest and most learned of their proud, and cruel adversaries.
and hath in its measure been since made good in all succeeding ages, so as plain, illiterate, ignorant creatures, have been able to put to silence the Wisest and most learned of their proud, and cruel Adversaries.
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3. Sometimes the presence of God is seen with his people in giving them a great liberty and freedom of Spirit, so as they have not been NONLATINALPHABET, straitned in their own bowels;
3. Sometime the presence of God is seen with his people in giving them a great liberty and freedom of Spirit, so as they have not been, straitened in their own bowels;
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4. Sometimes they experience the presence of God with them, giving them courage. This was that boldness which the Sanhedrim took notice of in Peter and John, Acts 4.13. which made them marvel;
4. Sometime they experience the presence of God with them, giving them courage. This was that boldness which the Sanhedrim took notice of in Peter and John, Acts 4.13. which made them marvel;
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For this was the Apostles prayer, Acts 4.29. And now Lord, behold their threatnings, and grant unto thy Servants, that with all boldness they may speak thy word.
For this was the Apostles prayer, Acts 4.29. And now Lord, behold their threatenings, and grant unto thy Servants, that with all boldness they may speak thy word.
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and when the Proconsul would have had him to have deliberated upon it, he presently and boldly replied, In re tam justâ nulla est deliberatio, there was no need of deliberation in so just and righteous a Cause.
and when the Proconsul would have had him to have deliberated upon it, he presently and boldly replied, In re tam justâ nulla est deliberatio, there was no need of deliberation in so just and righteous a Cause.
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Such was the Spirit of Basil, when the Emperour Valens threatned him with punishment, and banishment, Pueris illa terriculamenta propone (saith he) Scare Children with those Bugbears;
Such was the Spirit of Basil, when the Emperor Valens threatened him with punishment, and banishment, Pueris illa Terriculamenta propone (Says he) Scare Children with those Bugbears;
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5. Lastly, (To name no more) sometimes God's not forsaking his people, when they are persecuted, appeareth in consolatory influences. The consolations of God in such an hour are not small with them.
5. Lastly, (To name no more) sometime God's not forsaking his people, when they Are persecuted, appears in consolatory influences. The consolations of God in such an hour Are not small with them.
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Q. But will some say, May one that feareth God build upon this? and exercise a Faith in this experience of Paul, as having in it the force of a promise? Are there no instances of the Servants of God, who have been sufferers for his Name sake,
Q. But will Some say, May one that fears God built upon this? and exercise a Faith in this experience of Paul, as having in it the force of a promise? are there no instances of the Servants of God, who have been sufferers for his Name sake,
Now these are the objects of peoples Faith, and every Child of God may repose a sure trust and confidence in God, that they shall as to him be made good, and prove Yea and Amen. Thirdly;
Now these Are the objects of peoples Faith, and every Child of God may repose a sure trust and confidence in God, that they shall as to him be made good, and prove Yea and Amen. Thirdly;
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For particular promises of preserving from dangers, or deliverance out of dangers, or comfort, or courage, it is enough if they be made good to any particular Souls, supposing the promise for deliverance one way or other, in one method or another, to hold sure, we may well leave it to the good providence and wisdom of God,
For particular promises of preserving from dangers, or deliverance out of dangers, or Comfort, or courage, it is enough if they be made good to any particular Souls, supposing the promise for deliverance one Way or other, in one method or Another, to hold sure, we may well leave it to the good providence and Wisdom of God,
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while they are in their custody, or in giving them courage, or ballancing their afflictions with the consolations of his Spirit? Bishop Ridley exercised Faith no further than saying, Either God will asswage the flame,
while they Are in their custody, or in giving them courage, or balancing their afflictions with the consolations of his Spirit? Bishop Ridley exercised Faith no further than saying, Either God will assuage the flame,
Nor is it impossible but there may be some particular instances of God's people, (but those very rare) whom God (for the punishment of their sins) may have let fall,
Nor is it impossible but there may be Some particular instances of God's people, (but those very rare) whom God (for the punishment of their Sins) may have let fallen,
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ƲSE 1. I shall begin with that of the Apostle, 1 Pet. 4.12. Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery tryal which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you.
ƲSE 1. I shall begin with that of the Apostle, 1 Pet. 4.12. beloved, think it not strange Concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though Some strange thing happened unto you.
The things that have been are, and shall be, and there is nothing new under the Sun. You cannot be the first who have been troubled on every side, perplexed, persecuted, cast down. It is no new thing:
The things that have been Are, and shall be, and there is nothing new under the Sun. You cannot be the First who have been troubled on every side, perplexed, persecuted, cast down. It is no new thing:
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So persecuted they the Prophets, which were before you, saith our Saviour, Matth. 5.12. Trouble, distress, persecution are things so far from being such as Gods people are exempted from, that they are almost entailed to the preaching and profession of the Gospel.
So persecuted they the prophets, which were before you, Says our Saviour, Matthew 5.12. Trouble, distress, persecution Are things so Far from being such as God's people Are exempted from, that they Are almost entailed to the preaching and profession of the Gospel.
If you indure chastening God dealeth with you, as with sons, for what Son is he whom the Father chasteneth not (at least with the rod of the wicked?) But and if you be without chastening.
If you endure chastening God deals with you, as with Sons, for what Son is he whom the Father Chasteneth not (At least with the rod of the wicked?) But and if you be without chastening.
Heb. 12.8, 9. Seeing then you have but neighbours fare, and indure no temptations but what are common to men, seeing you have but Godly mens fare, that the Prophets have been thus treated before you, seeing you have but Christians fare;
Hebrew 12.8, 9. Seeing then you have but neighbours fare, and endure no temptations but what Are Common to men, seeing you have but Godly men's fare, that the prophets have been thus treated before you, seeing you have but Christians fare;
Why should you think it strange if any such thing should happen to you, and not rather rejoyce in as much as ye are partakers of Christs sufferings, that when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy, 1 Pet. 4.13.
Why should you think it strange if any such thing should happen to you, and not rather rejoice in as much as you Are partakers of Christ sufferings, that when his glory shall be revealed, you may be glad also with exceeding joy, 1 Pet. 4.13.
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But upon this doth the presence of God in mens sufferings depend, for though men may pretend to comforts and make a shew of courage and talk of a liberty of Spirit in their Sufferings as evil doers,
But upon this does the presence of God in men's sufferings depend, for though men may pretend to comforts and make a show of courage and talk of a liberty of Spirit in their Sufferings as evil doers,
yet troubles do not bubble up only from this fountain, but from the generally debauch'd and corrupt Nature of man, which renders hominem homini Lupum, every man an Enemy to his neighbour,
yet Troubles do not bubble up only from this fountain, but from the generally debauched and corrupt Nature of man, which renders hominem Homini Lupum, every man an Enemy to his neighbour,
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Sometimes perplexed, hunted and pursued by their Neighbours, or their Enemies; cast down sometimes. Where is the difference? Hitherto all things fall alike to all men.
Sometime perplexed, hunted and pursued by their Neighbours, or their Enemies; cast down sometime. Where is the difference? Hitherto all things fallen alike to all men.
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where you find him representing his own case to the Devil raised up by the Witch in the likeness of Samuel. What saith he? I am (saith he) sore distressed, for the Philistines make war against me, and God is departed from me,
where you find him representing his own case to the devil raised up by the Witch in the likeness of Samuel. What Says he? I am (Says he) soar distressed, for the philistines make war against me, and God is departed from me,
He was persecuted, followed close by the Army of the Philistines, but he was forsaken. God (saith he) is departed from me. Now let us look upon David in the 30th chapter of that Book, he was not in Saul 's circumstances.
He was persecuted, followed close by the Army of the philistines, but he was forsaken. God (Says he) is departed from me. Now let us look upon David in the 30th chapter of that Book, he was not in Saul is Circumstances.
and to make his retreat to, that was Ziklag. Whiles David was at Gath, the Amalekites had come, invaded the South, and Ziklag, and had smitten Ziklag, and burnt it with fire, and had taken his Wives,
and to make his retreat to, that was Ziklag. While David was At Gaza, the Amalekites had come, invaded the South, and Ziklag, and had smitten Ziklag, and burned it with fire, and had taken his Wives,
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and to his company, all taken captives, v. 6. He was greatly distressed; for to all this was added another great evil, his people spake of stoning him.
and to his company, all taken captives, v. 6. He was greatly distressed; for to all this was added Another great evil, his people spoke of stoning him.
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Here was now one answering to St. Paul in the New Testament, troubled on every side, but not distressed: perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed.
Here was now one answering to Saint Paul in the New Testament, troubled on every side, but not distressed: perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed.
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He can in an hour of trouble cry out, O God, but he cannot cry out, My God. Nature teacheth men in hours of distress, that Affliction springs not out of the Earth,
He can in an hour of trouble cry out, Oh God, but he cannot cry out, My God. Nature Teaches men in hours of distress, that Affliction springs not out of the Earth,
The Mariners who were carrying Jonah to Tarshish, in the Storm called each of them upon his God, Jonah 1. but the wicked man cannot say, My God; he cannot claim a Covenant interest in,
The Mariners who were carrying Jonah to Tarshish, in the Storm called each of them upon his God, Jonah 1. but the wicked man cannot say, My God; he cannot claim a Covenant Interest in,
2. He hath no true habits of Hope or Faith. There is indeed a God in the World, a God that is able to succour people in all distresses, to relieve them in all troubles;
2. He hath no true habits of Hope or Faith. There is indeed a God in the World, a God that is able to succour people in all Distresses, to relieve them in all Troubles;
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When the Lord our God, the holy One of Israel is our Saviour, Isa. 43.1, 2. we shall not be in distress, nor in despair, nor forsaken, nor destroyed. Two things will advantage this Meditation.
When the Lord our God, the holy One of Israel is our Saviour, Isaiah 43.1, 2. we shall not be in distress, nor in despair, nor forsaken, nor destroyed. Two things will advantage this Meditation.
What signified a prison to Algerius, who could subscribe a Letter, From the delectable Orchard of the Leonine prison? or a Martyrs fire to James Bainham, (who burning in the fire) could cry out, O ye Papists! you look for Miracles, now see one;
What signified a prison to Algiers, who could subscribe a letter, From the delectable Orchard of the Leonine prison? or a Martyrs fire to James Bainham, (who burning in the fire) could cry out, Oh you Papists! you look for Miracles, now see one;
so much as from some inward defects, had we but (like good men) learned to be satisfied from our selves, to be content that God should chuse our Lot for us, had we but learned in all estates to be content, and in all things to rejoyce, no outward contingency could afflict us;
so much as from Some inward defects, had we but (like good men) learned to be satisfied from our selves, to be content that God should choose our Lot for us, had we but learned in all estates to be content, and in all things to rejoice, no outward contingency could afflict us;
O the felicity of a Child of God! if the Apostle hath in my Text given a true account of him, he swimmeth like Cork upon the waters of all afflictions, all troubles; you cannot sink him;
O the felicity of a Child of God! if the Apostle hath in my Text given a true account of him, he swimmeth like Cork upon the waters of all afflictions, all Troubles; you cannot sink him;
Afflictions do not only not hurt him, but they prove of exceeding great & high advantage to him, he is not only not distressed, but he is refined, purged,
Afflictions do not only not hurt him, but they prove of exceeding great & high advantage to him, he is not only not distressed, but he is refined, purged,
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He is not only not in despair, but his Tribulation worketh patience, and patience experience, and experience hope, such an hope as will not make his Soul ashamed.
He is not only not in despair, but his Tribulation works patience, and patience experience, and experience hope, such an hope as will not make his Soul ashamed.
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Fourthly, This discourse sheweth the vanity of wicked men, in troubling the People of God. On every side, perplexing, persecuting them and casting them down.
Fourthly, This discourse shows the vanity of wicked men, in troubling the People of God. On every side, perplexing, persecuting them and casting them down.
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What did Julian get by all his rage when he was at last but put to it in a rage to throw his dagger up to Heaven and cry, Vicisti Galilaee, O thou Galilean, thou hast overcome.
What did Julian get by all his rage when he was At last but put to it in a rage to throw his dagger up to Heaven and cry, Vicisti Galilee, Oh thou Galilean, thou hast overcome.
When wicked men have done their worst if they cannot put Christians into distresses, into despair, &c. They must at last cry their enemies are conquerors,
When wicked men have done their worst if they cannot put Christians into Distresses, into despair, etc. They must At last cry their enemies Are conquerors,
or Spoil their joys, or hopes, but they commonly add to them, Christians ordinarily never finding more peace, more joy in the Holy Ghost, more satisfaction in their own Spirits, more of the presence of God, &c. There are many that can say,
or Spoil their Joys, or hope's, but they commonly add to them, Christians ordinarily never finding more peace, more joy in the Holy Ghost, more satisfaction in their own Spirits, more of the presence of God, etc. There Are many that can say,
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Fifthly, this discourse ought to quicken every one to inquire, whether he or she be of those who if they should happen to meet with the troubles mentioned in in this Text,
Fifthly, this discourse ought to quicken every one to inquire, whither he or she be of those who if they should happen to meet with the Troubles mentioned in in this Text,
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and what followeth after in this Chapter, we shall find it no difficult matter to conclude what we may hope for in a day of trouble of this nature, 1. See v. 6. These that Saint Paul speaks of were such,
and what follows After in this Chapter, we shall find it no difficult matter to conclude what we may hope for in a day of trouble of this nature, 1. See v. 6. These that Saint Paul speaks of were such,
as that God who commandeth light to shine out of darkness, had shined into their hearts to give the Light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.
as that God who commands Light to shine out of darkness, had shined into their hearts to give the Light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of jesus christ.
hence enlightned, regenerated Souls who were once darkness are said to become light in the Lord, Eph. 5.8. 2. That they may communicate this light unto others either by Doctrine (which is the work of the Ministers of the Gospel) or by an holy and exemplary life, and conversation;
hence enlightened, regenerated Souls who were once darkness Are said to become Light in the Lord, Ephesians 5.8. 2. That they may communicate this Light unto Others either by Doctrine (which is the work of the Ministers of the Gospel) or by an holy and exemplary life, and Conversation;
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persons, into whose Souls the light of the Gospel hath shined, in the face of Jesus Christ, who have received Christ as their Saviour, believed in him, given up themselves unto him, Psal. 91. He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.
Persons, into whose Souls the Light of the Gospel hath shined, in the face of jesus christ, who have received christ as their Saviour, believed in him, given up themselves unto him, Psalm 91. He that dwells in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.
Such as have chosen God for their God, Christ for their Saviour, as have said of the Lord, he is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in him I will trust.
Such as have chosen God for their God, christ for their Saviour, as have said of the Lord, he is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in him I will trust.
Paul here speaks of such as had received a Ministry, v. 1. and discharged it faithfully, not handling the Word of God deceitfully, v. 2. Such as preached not themselves, but the Lord Jesus, v. 5. God is present with men in their callings, not in their extravagances,
Paul Here speaks of such as had received a Ministry, v. 1. and discharged it faithfully, not handling the Word of God deceitfully, v. 2. Such as preached not themselves, but the Lord jesus, v. 5. God is present with men in their callings, not in their extravagances,
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And commend themselves to every mans conscience in the sight of God, v. 2. Such as the the life of Christ is made manifest in their mortal flesh. v. 11. A good man may find himself distressed in a day,
And commend themselves to every men conscience in the sighed of God, v. 2. Such as the the life of christ is made manifest in their Mortal Flesh. v. 11. A good man may find himself distressed in a day,
as to his walking with God, Azariah the Prophet told Asa, and the men of Judah and Benjamin, 2 Chron. 15.2. The Lord is with you, if you be with him;
as to his walking with God, Azariah the Prophet told Asa, and the men of Judah and Benjamin, 2 Chronicles 15.2. The Lord is with you, if you be with him;
some with trouble of one sort, others with troubles of another sort; all with some. No man No man must look to live without perplexity at one time or other.
Some with trouble of one sort, Others with Troubles of Another sort; all with Some. No man No man must look to live without perplexity At one time or other.
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There is no such provision, as the getting an interest in God, and in Christ. Christ gathers his people as the hen gathers her chickens under her wings.
There is no such provision, as the getting an Interest in God, and in christ. christ gathers his people as the hen gathers her chickens under her wings.
In answering the objection, before I came to the application of this discourse, I hinted to you, that it is possible that some particular persons, who belong to God, may not find this Text verified in them in a day of trouble,
In answering the objection, before I Come to the application of this discourse, I hinted to you, that it is possible that Some particular Persons, who belong to God, may not find this Text verified in them in a day of trouble,
As Murderers, or Thieves, or Evil doers, or busy bodies in other mens matters. A Prince protects and upholds his Servants in what they do by his commission, direction,
As Murderers, or Thieves, or Evil doers, or busy bodies in other men's matters. A Prince protects and upholds his Servants in what they do by his commission, direction,
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yet are not so in the hands of all persons, several men have their several matters ordered them, by the wise ordination of God, he that meddles in the matters of another is a busy body; men by Gods law are to keep their order,
yet Are not so in the hands of all Persons, several men have their several matters ordered them, by the wise ordination of God, he that meddles in the matters of Another is a busy body; men by God's law Are to keep their order,
3. Lastly, Be not wanting, either in the exercises of your Faith, or in your Sollicitings of him by Prayer, these are the acts to be performed on our parts, in order to the obtaining of these and all other promises,
3. Lastly, Be not wanting, either in the exercises of your Faith, or in your Solicitings of him by Prayer, these Are the acts to be performed on our parts, in order to the obtaining of these and all other promises,
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That as for those things which they beheld, the days would come in which there should not be left one stone upon another, that should not be thrown down.
That as for those things which they beheld, the days would come in which there should not be left one stone upon Another, that should not be thrown down.
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and of the end of the World? They make three Questions of it, enquiring about the certain time of the destruction of the Temple, Christ's coming, and the End of the World. This Question Christ answers there, from the 4th v. to the end of the chapter; and in this chapter from v. 8. to v. 29. a great deal of pains is spent (and possibly to no satisfactory purpose) by many Divines rightly to distribute these signs,
and of the end of the World? They make three Questions of it, inquiring about the certain time of the destruction of the Temple, Christ's coming, and the End of the World. This Question christ answers there, from the 4th v. to the end of the chapter; and in this chapter from v. 8. to v. 29. a great deal of pains is spent (and possibly to no satisfactory purpose) by many Divines rightly to distribute these Signs,
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and to tell us which of them related to the destruction of Hierusalem (which happened within forty years after) and which related to the coming of Christ by his Spirit, in the days of Pentecost; and which to the last Judgment yet to come.
and to tell us which of them related to the destruction of Jerusalem (which happened within forty Years After) and which related to the coming of christ by his Spirit, in the days of Pentecost; and which to the last Judgement yet to come.
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There is indeed one, v. 20, 21. which can be applied to none but to the destruction of Hierusalem, When you shall see Hierusalem encompassed about with Armies, then know that the desolation thereof is nigh.
There is indeed one, v. 20, 21. which can be applied to none but to the destruction of Jerusalem, When you shall see Jerusalem encompassed about with Armies, then know that the desolation thereof is High.
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But for the generality of the signs given, I am of their mind, who judge that God intended in the destruction of Hierusalem to shew a type of the destruction of the world,
But for the generality of the Signs given, I am of their mind, who judge that God intended in the destruction of Jerusalem to show a type of the destruction of the world,
and rumours of wars, commotions, prodigious signs in the Heavens and the Earth, Earthquakes, &c. There were great plenty of these before the dreadful destruction of Hierusalem, and there will be a greater plenty of them before the last & terrible day.
and rumours of wars, commotions, prodigious Signs in the Heavens and the Earth, Earthquakes, etc. There were great plenty of these before the dreadful destruction of Jerusalem, and there will be a greater plenty of them before the last & terrible day.
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Amongst other signs he tells them, viz. That before all these, that is, before the Earthquakes, and the terrible sights, and the signs from Heaven, they shall lay their hands on you,
among other Signs he tells them, viz. That before all these, that is, before the Earthquakes, and the terrible sights, and the Signs from Heaven, they shall lay their hands on you,
I told you that the Subject of the Proposition lieth in v. 12. there you have their sufferings described under the notion of laying hands on them, persecuting them, delivering them up to the Synagogues, and to Prisons, bringing them before Kings and Rulers, and all for Christs Name sake• which is the only term (relating to the Subject) which needeth explication. Quest.
I told you that the Subject of the Proposition lies in v. 12. there you have their sufferings described under the notion of laying hands on them, persecuting them, delivering them up to the Synagogues, and to Prisons, bringing them before Kings and Rulers, and all for Christ Name sake• which is the only term (relating to the Subject) which needs explication. Quest.
What is this to suffer for Christ's Names sake? We meet with the term often; Matth. 10.22. Mark 13.13. Luke 21. v 17. Matth. 17.29. chap. 24.9. Acts 9.15. 1. To suffer for Christs Name sake, is to suffer for him; for thy sake are we killed all the day long, Rom. 8.36. It was their fashion, to call Disciples by their Masters Names;
What is this to suffer for Christ's Names sake? We meet with the term often; Matthew 10.22. Mark 13.13. Lycia 21. v 17. Matthew 17.29. chap. 24.9. Acts 9.15. 1. To suffer for Christ Name sake, is to suffer for him; for thy sake Are we killed all the day long, Rom. 8.36. It was their fashion, to call Disciples by their Masters Names;
thus the Heathens called Plato 's Disciples, Platonists, or Platonicks; and Aristotle 's Disciples, Aristotelians; hence Christ's Disciples were called Christians. Thus the term is expounded, Acts 5.41. & 1 Pet. 4.16. If any man suffer as a Christian.
thus the heathens called Plato is Disciples, Platonists, or Platonics; and Aristotle is Disciples, Aristotelians; hence Christ's Disciples were called Christians. Thus the term is expounded, Acts 5.41. & 1 Pet. 4.16. If any man suffer as a Christian.
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The very owning the Name and Doctrine of Christ, in opposition to the Doctrines of Judaism, or Paganism, in those first and furious times, was crime enough;
The very owning the Name and Doctrine of christ, in opposition to the Doctrines of Judaism, or Paganism, in those First and furious times, was crime enough;
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than for him to own himself one of the number of those who were called Christians; the Christians were accounted as a Sect, and a Sect every where spoken against. Thus John 15.21. All these things will they do unto you for my Names sake, that is, for my sake.
than for him to own himself one of the number of those who were called Christians; the Christians were accounted as a Sect, and a Sect every where spoken against. Thus John 15.21. All these things will they do unto you for my Names sake, that is, for my sake.
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and offered to sinners in the Gospel, suffered for Christ's Name sake. Thus the Apostles understood the term, Acts 5.28. when the Jewish Magistrates said to the Apostles, Did not we straitly command you that you should not Teach in this Name? and behold you have filled Hierusalem with your Doctrine, verse 41. They departed from the Councel, rejoycing that they were thought worthy to suffer shame for his Name. 3. Finally;
and offered to Sinners in the Gospel, suffered for Christ's Name sake. Thus the Apostles understood the term, Acts 5.28. when the Jewish Magistrates said to the Apostles, Did not we straitly command you that you should not Teach in this Name? and behold you have filled Jerusalem with your Doctrine, verse 41. They departed from the Council, rejoicing that they were Thought worthy to suffer shame for his Name. 3. Finally;
1. That it is not necessary that those who make men sufferers for the sake of Religion, should openly profess that they make them to suffer for Christ's sake; they may do the thing,
1. That it is not necessary that those who make men sufferers for the sake of Religion, should openly profess that they make them to suffer for Christ's sake; they may do the thing,
But since those two first broods of Persecution have been worn out of the World, there have none risen up confident enough to approve their sayings, and do like unto them.
But since those two First brood's of Persecution have been worn out of the World, there have none risen up confident enough to approve their sayings, and do like unto them.
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Nor will all such precepts either discharge Instruments from the guilt of Persecution, or bring those that disobey them, out of the notion of persons persecuted;
Nor will all such Precepts either discharge Instruments from the guilt of Persecution, or bring those that disobey them, out of the notion of Persons persecuted;
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if it would, the Apostles suffering as evil doers, had had no cause to have gone from the Council, rejoycing that they were thought worthy to suffer shame for his Name, as they did, Acts 5.41. after they had been strictly commanded, that they should not Teach in his Name.
if it would, the Apostles suffering as evil doers, had had no cause to have gone from the Council, rejoicing that they were Thought worthy to suffer shame for his Name, as they did, Acts 5.41. After they had been strictly commanded, that they should not Teach in his Name.
But my great business is to open the Predicate in the Proposition, and to shew you how such kind of suffering shall turn to God's people for a Testimony.
But my great business is to open the Predicate in the Proposition, and to show you how such kind of suffering shall turn to God's people for a Testimony.
When the Persian Emperour asked Haman his Favourite, What should be done to the man whom the King delighted to honour? If a man maketh answer, Esther 6.8.
When the Persian Emperor asked Haman his Favourite, What should be done to the man whom the King delighted to honour? If a man makes answer, Esther 6.8.
and the Crown Royal which is set upon his head, and let this Apparel and Horse be delivered to the hand of one of the Kings most Noble Princes, that they may array the man withal whom the King delighteth to honour,
and the Crown Royal which is Set upon his head, and let this Apparel and Horse be Delivered to the hand of one of the Kings most Noble Princes, that they may array the man withal whom the King delights to honour,
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and bring him on horseback through the Streets of the City, and proclaim before him, Thus shall it be done to the man whom the King delighteth to honour.
and bring him on horseback through the Streets of the city, and proclaim before him, Thus shall it be done to the man whom the King delights to honour.
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And the King said to Haman, make haste, and take the Apparel, and the Horse, and do even so to Mordecai the Jew. But God takes a qui•e contrary method;
And the King said to Haman, make haste, and take the Apparel, and the Horse, and do even so to Mordecai the Jew. But God Takes a qui•e contrary method;
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Is there a man whom the King of Kings hath a mind to honour? Let (saith he) the Crown of Thorns be brought forth, which my only begotten Son wore when he walked in humane flesh,
Is there a man whom the King of Kings hath a mind to honour? Let (Says he) the Crown of Thorns be brought forth, which my only begotten Son wore when he walked in humane Flesh,
the honour of God is mightily concerned in the Victory of every Christian Combatant: He therefore usually chuseth some to whom he hath given strength enough for the Battel.
the honour of God is mightily concerned in the Victory of every Christian Combatant: He Therefore usually chooseth Some to whom he hath given strength enough for the Battle.
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No man goeth to Battel at his own charge, is eminently true of the good fight of those that fight the Lord's Battels, not with fleshly weapons, but such as are spiritual;
No man Goes to Battle At his own charge, is eminently true of the good fight of those that fight the Lord's Battles, not with fleshly weapons, but such as Are spiritual;
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3. This suffering is a Testimony on Gods part towards them, of a great reward, which they shall receive from God eith•• in this life or in that which is to come, Matth. 19.27, 28, 29. Behold (saith Peter) we have forsaken all,
3. This suffering is a Testimony on God's part towards them, of a great reward, which they shall receive from God eith•• in this life or in that which is to come, Matthew 19.27, 28, 29. Behold (Says Peter) we have forsaken all,
and followed thee, what shall we have therefore? And Jesus said unto them, Verily I say unto thee, that ye which have followed me in the Regeneration,
and followed thee, what shall we have Therefore? And jesus said unto them, Verily I say unto thee, that you which have followed me in the Regeneration,
And every one that hath forsaken Houses, or Brethren, or Sisters, or Father, or Mother, or Wife, or Children, or Lands, for my Name sake, shall receive an hundred fold, and inherit everlasting Life.
And every one that hath forsaken Houses, or Brothers, or Sisters, or Father, or Mother, or Wife, or Children, or Lands, for my Name sake, shall receive an hundred fold, and inherit everlasting Life.
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and in the World to come Eternal Life, Luke ch. 18.30. repeating it, saith, He shall receive manifold more in this present time, and in the World to come life everlasting.
and in the World to come Eternal Life, Lycia changed. 18.30. repeating it, Says, He shall receive manifold more in this present time, and in the World to come life everlasting.
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As to the reward of another life, they all agree, that is out of doubt. If so be we suffer with him, we shall be glorified together, 2 Tim. 2.12. If we suffer we shall also reign with him.
As to the reward of Another life, they all agree, that is out of doubt. If so be we suffer with him, we shall be glorified together, 2 Tim. 2.12. If we suffer we shall also Reign with him.
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The sufferings of the people of God are a manifest token of the righteous Judgment of God, that we may be counted worthy of the kingdom of God for which we suffer, 2 Thes. 1.5. Seeing it is a righteous thing with God to recompense — To those that are troubled rest;
The sufferings of the people of God Are a manifest token of the righteous Judgement of God, that we may be counted worthy of the Kingdom of God for which we suffer, 2 Thebes 1.5. Seeing it is a righteous thing with God to recompense — To those that Are troubled rest;
When the Lord Jesus shall be revealed from Heaven with his mighty Angels. Sufferings for Christs sake are tokens of Salvation, and that of God, Phil. 1.28.
When the Lord jesus shall be revealed from Heaven with his mighty Angels. Sufferings for Christ sake Are tokens of Salvation, and that of God, Philip 1.28.
It hath been questioned by some whether any but Martyrs shall be saved? And answered, That none shall be saved but either such as have been Martyrs actu, or Voluntate, either actually,
It hath been questioned by Some whither any but Martyrs shall be saved? And answered, That none shall be saved but either such as have been Martyrs Acts, or Voluntate, either actually,
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this is generally interpreted concerning the internal influences of the Spirit of God upon the Souls of his people, Solatia promittuntur, non deliciae (saith an eminent Interpreter) God promiseth inward comforts, not sensible or sensual delights.
this is generally interpreted Concerning the internal influences of the Spirit of God upon the Souls of his people, Solatia promittuntur, non Deliciae (Says an eminent Interpreter) God promises inward comforts, not sensible or sensual delights.
But God often maketh it good of sensible things in this life: As it is said of Job after his long trial of Affliction, Job 42.12. That God blessed his latter end more then his beginning.
But God often makes it good of sensible things in this life: As it is said of Job After his long trial of Affliction, Job 42.12. That God blessed his latter end more then his beginning.
In his beginning we read his Inventory thus, he had 7000 Sheep, and 3000 Camels, 500 yoke of Oxen, 500 she asses, ch. 1. 3. In his latter end all was doubled ch. 42. 12. He had 14000 sheep, 6000 Camels, 1000 yoke of Oxen, and 1000 she Asses. So it hath been observed, that God hath strangely blessed those families, whose heads have been sufferers for him.
In his beginning we read his Inventory thus, he had 7000 Sheep, and 3000 Camels, 500 yoke of Oxen, 500 she asses, changed. 1. 3. In his latter end all was doubled changed. 42. 12. He had 14000 sheep, 6000 Camels, 1000 yoke of Oxen, and 1000 she Asses. So it hath been observed, that God hath strangely blessed those families, whose Heads have been sufferers for him.
I have particularly heard it observed of those Walloons, who left their country, and fled hither in the time of D' Alva's rage in Flanders. So that often times God giveth manifold more in this life then they lose for his sake, much more sensible comforts:
I have particularly herd it observed of those Walloons, who left their country, and fled hither in the time of D' Alva's rage in Flanders. So that often times God gives manifold more in this life then they loose for his sake, much more sensible comforts:
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But oftner he gives them an hundred fold with persecutions, that is, if together with their persecutions, they weigh the consolations they have from the Spirit of God;
But oftener he gives them an hundred fold with persecutions, that is, if together with their persecutions, they weigh the consolations they have from the Spirit of God;
In this life either with persecutions, mixing their bitter cups with the Sweet consolations of his holy and blessed Spirit to that degree, that the sweet tast shall drown the bitter tast,
In this life either with persecutions, mixing their bitter cups with the Sweet consolations of his holy and blessed Spirit to that degree, that the sweet taste shall drown the bitter taste,
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for I reckon, (saith the Apostle, Rom. 8.18.) That the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory that shall be revealed in us. Fourthly.
for I reckon, (Says the Apostle, Rom. 8.18.) That the sufferings of this present time Are not worthy to be compared with the glory that shall be revealed in us. Fourthly.
Thus Stella expoundeth this Text. Quod illi impiè contra vos egerunt, & juste damnentur; That they have dealt unjustly, and wickedly with you, and shall justly be condemned.
Thus Stella expoundeth this Text. Quod illi impiè contra vos egerunt, & just damnentur; That they have dealt unjustly, and wickedly with you, and shall justly be condemned.
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and tribulations, that you indure, which is a manifest taken of the righteous judgment of God, that ye may be counted worthy of the Kingdom of God, for which ye suffer. Mark ye!
and tribulations, that you endure, which is a manifest taken of the righteous judgement of God, that you may be counted worthy of the Kingdom of God, for which you suffer. Mark you!
Now the reason of this lyeth in the heinous nature of this sin, which ordinarily goeth before unto Judgment. And is NONLATINALPHABET, a mortal sign in every Soul where it is found.
Now the reason of this lies in the heinous nature of this since, which ordinarily Goes before unto Judgement. And is, a Mortal Signen in every Soul where it is found.
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A Soul may be sick of lusts of the flesh, sick of intemperance in eating and drinking, sick of incontinence, filthy lusts and uncleanness, sick of other lusts,
A Soul may be sick of Lustiest of the Flesh, sick of intemperance in eating and drinking, sick of incontinence, filthy Lustiest and uncleanness, sick of other Lustiest,
such were some of you (saith the Apostle to the Corinthians ) but now you are washed. But it is very rare that a Soul is sick of rage and malice against Christ,
such were Some of you (Says the Apostle to the Corinthians) but now you Are washed. But it is very rare that a Soul is sick of rage and malice against christ,
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Their sins shall follow after them, after their lives to judgment, for Jude assureth us that the Lord will come with ten thousands of his Saints, to execute Judgment upon all,
Their Sins shall follow After them, After their lives to judgement, for U^de assureth us that the Lord will come with ten thousands of his Saints, to execute Judgement upon all,
and of all their hard speeches, which ungodly sinners have spoken against him. But if mens rage break out openly, God ordinarily is more quick with them.
and of all their hard Speeches, which ungodly Sinners have spoken against him. But if men's rage break out openly, God ordinarily is more quick with them.
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Nay more then this, see v. 35. there, That upon you may come all the righteous blood, shed upon the Earth from the blood of righteous Abel unto the blood of Zecharias the Son of Barachias.
Nay more then this, see v. 35. there, That upon you may come all the righteous blood, shed upon the Earth from the blood of righteous Abel unto the blood of Zechariah the Son of Barachiah.
It draweth upon men the sins of the same kind committed by their forefathers, and not reckoned for it sheweth, that if they had lived in the days of their forefathers, they would have done what they did; they inherit their Spirit.
It draws upon men the Sins of the same kind committed by their Forefathers, and not reckoned for it shows, that if they had lived in the days of their Forefathers, they would have done what they did; they inherit their Spirit.
They are for rooting out the name, and mention of God from the Earth ▪ God will not bear with these, there shall be something remarkable in their death, either they shall dye in their youth,
They Are for rooting out the name, and mention of God from the Earth ▪ God will not bear with these, there shall be something remarkable in their death, either they shall die in their youth,
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but he committed not himself unto them, because he knew all men, Joh. 2.24. These were disciples NONLATINALPHABET, in an outward appearance, they looked like disciples, but indeed were not.
but he committed not himself unto them, Because he knew all men, John 2.24. These were Disciples, in an outward appearance, they looked like Disciples, but indeed were not.
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2. It will be a Testimony of their Membership with Christ, and conformity to him. The Apostle tells us, Rom. 8.29. That we are predestinated, that we might be conformed to the Image of his Son. There is the Image of a living Christ, and the Image of a dying Christ.
2. It will be a Testimony of their Membership with christ, and conformity to him. The Apostle tells us, Rom. 8.29. That we Are predestinated, that we might be conformed to the Image of his Son. There is the Image of a living christ, and the Image of a dying christ.
but then there is the Image of a dying Christ. We are conformed to that Image of Christ only by suffering. The Apostle prayeth, Phil. 3.10. That he might know the fellowship of Christs sufferings, and be made conformable unto his death.
but then there is the Image of a dying christ. We Are conformed to that Image of christ only by suffering. The Apostle Prayeth, Philip 3.10. That he might know the fellowship of Christ sufferings, and be made conformable unto his death.
this is an inward, spiritual conformity, which we come to by mortification; but there is also a more external, obvious conformity to the death of Christ,
this is an inward, spiritual conformity, which we come to by mortification; but there is also a more external, obvious conformity to the death of christ,
this we never arrive at till we come to be sufferers, and our suffering upon these single accounts, turn to us for a Testimony of such our conformity to Christ.
this we never arrive At till we come to be sufferers, and our suffering upon these single accounts, turn to us for a Testimony of such our conformity to christ.
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and unto God, where he can suffer and die no more? The sufferings of Christ are to be considered in a double notion, either as Expiatory or Exemplary. If we consider them as Expiatory, there is nothing of them behind, nothing of them to be filled up.
and unto God, where he can suffer and die no more? The sufferings of christ Are to be considered in a double notion, either as Expiatory or Exemplary. If we Consider them as Expiatory, there is nothing of them behind, nothing of them to be filled up.
Now it is the want of this Faith which makes men shrink in a day of Trial. The Apostle, Heb. 10.34. ch. 11.13, 14, 16. concludes from the Servants of God (of whom he there speaks) taking joyfully the spoiling of their goods;
Now it is the want of this Faith which makes men shrink in a day of Trial. The Apostle, Hebrew 10.34. changed. 11.13, 14, 16. concludes from the Servants of God (of whom he there speaks) taking joyfully the spoiling of their goods;
And from their confessing that they were Strangers and Pilgrims upon the Earth, that they plainly declared that they sought a Country, and desired a better Country, that is, an heavenly.
And from their confessing that they were Strangers and Pilgrim's upon the Earth, that they plainly declared that they sought a Country, and desired a better Country, that is, an heavenly.
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part with their Lives, and bid Death, even a violent, and most ignominious Death, welcom, it argueth that they both truly and strongly believe what God hath revealed concerning a better Country, a more enduring Substance, the glorious Liberty of the Sons of God, a life everlasting, and full of glory;
part with their Lives, and bid Death, even a violent, and most ignominious Death, welcome, it argue that they both truly and strongly believe what God hath revealed Concerning a better Country, a more enduring Substance, the glorious Liberty of the Sons of God, a life everlasting, and full of glory;
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It speaks a Soul to have discerned a great excellency in Christ, and in heart to cleave to him, that rather than part with him, will suffer the loss of any thing.
It speaks a Soul to have discerned a great excellency in christ, and in heart to cleave to him, that rather than part with him, will suffer the loss of any thing.
The Soul that may have had its doubts and fears whether it loveth Christ or no, measuring its affections to this spiritual, invisible Object, by the motions of its affections to Objects more sensible, (which indeed is not a true and just measure) can doubt no longer, when once the Lord hath enabled the Soul to suffer for his Name sake, it speaks a Soul to love Christ more than all sensible things,
The Soul that may have had its doubts and fears whither it loves christ or not, measuring its affections to this spiritual, invisible Object, by the motions of its affections to Objects more sensible, (which indeed is not a true and just measure) can doubt no longer, when once the Lord hath enabled the Soul to suffer for his Name sake, it speaks a Soul to love christ more than all sensible things,
Nothing speaks Love like a deep suffering for the Object beloved, Gen. 22.12. Now (saith God to Abraham) I know that thou fearest God, seeing thou hast not withheld thy Son, thine only Son from me.
Nothing speaks Love like a deep suffering for the Object Beloved, Gen. 22.12. Now (Says God to Abraham) I know that thou Fearest God, seeing thou hast not withheld thy Son, thine only Son from me.
and Perseverance, and Constancy, Steadiness and Unmoveableness in the work of the Lord, but it will be also a Testimony of the Soul 's Zeal for God. Zeal is rather the intention of all the affections,
and Perseverance, and Constancy, Steadiness and Unmovableness in the work of the Lord, but it will be also a Testimony of the Soul is Zeal for God. Zeal is rather the intention of all the affections,
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Suffering for the Name of Christ is a Testimony of the presence of God with the Soul. The Three Childrens induring the fiery Furnace, was a Testimony of a fourth persons being with them, Dan. 3.15.
Suffering for the Name of christ is a Testimony of the presence of God with the Soul. The Three Children's enduring the fiery Furnace, was a Testimony of a fourth Persons being with them, Dan. 3.15.
Paul 's couragious suffering was a Testimony to him that the Lord stood by him, and strengthened him, 2 Tim. 4.17. A Christian needs desire no more than a token of God's special presence.
Paul is courageous suffering was a Testimony to him that the Lord stood by him, and strengthened him, 2 Tim. 4.17. A Christian needs desire no more than a token of God's special presence.
Thus now I have opened the second thing, and shewed you how a good Christians suffering for the Name of Christ, turneth unto him for a Testimony towards God.
Thus now I have opened the second thing, and showed you how a good Christians suffering for the Name of christ, turns unto him for a Testimony towards God.
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I know not how to fix upon this as the sense of the words, because of the Pronoun, To you. For those Souls must be rooted and grounded in the Truth, that are persuaded to suffer for it,
I know not how to fix upon this as the sense of the words, Because of the Pronoun, To you. For those Souls must be rooted and grounded in the Truth, that Are persuaded to suffer for it,
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but she could die for Christ. Every one cannot give a Verbal Testimony; they can conceive, and believe more than they can with their Tongues express. Suffering is their Testimony.
but she could die for christ. Every one cannot give a Verbal Testimony; they can conceive, and believe more than they can with their Tongues express. Suffering is their Testimony.
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The sufferings of God's people for the Truth, speak the stubborness of men that will not imbrace that Truth which the Servants of God seal with their bloods.
The sufferings of God's people for the Truth, speak the Stubbornness of men that will not embrace that Truth which the Servants of God seal with their bloods.
and doth nothing but for some end, that shall be worthy of his pains; not willing to labour in vain, and to bring forth nothing but trouble and sorrow.
and does nothing but for Some end, that shall be worthy of his pains; not willing to labour in vain, and to bring forth nothing but trouble and sorrow.
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laying hands upon the people of God, persecuting them, delivering them into prisons, &c. for Christ's Names sake. I would willingly have all men think with themselves what their End of such actions is.
laying hands upon the people of God, persecuting them, delivering them into prisons, etc. for Christ's Names sake. I would willingly have all men think with themselves what their End of such actions is.
Now, admitting that to be a truth which you have heard, that these sufferings shall be a Testimony, turn for a Testimony, none of these Ends are feasible.
Now, admitting that to be a truth which you have herd, that these sufferings shall be a Testimony, turn for a Testimony, none of these Ends Are feasible.
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If they be a Testimony, and shall turn to God's people for a Testimony against the Adversaries, they are not like by such actions to advance themselves, by actions which are evident tokens of their perdition, both a sudden destruction here, and an eternal destruction hereafter.
If they be a Testimony, and shall turn to God's people for a Testimony against the Adversaries, they Are not like by such actions to advance themselves, by actions which Are evident tokens of their perdition, both a sudden destruction Here, and an Eternal destruction hereafter.
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There are two bodies of people, of which no instance can be given, but that God after a short time that he hath made use of them for his purpose, he hath destroyed them.
There Are two bodies of people, of which no instance can be given, but that God After a short time that he hath made use of them for his purpose, he hath destroyed them.
there hath been some of these in all times, some need of them, God, the wise God, in his Government of the World, hath had occasion to make use of them.
there hath been Some of these in all times, Some need of them, God, the wise God, in his Government of the World, hath had occasion to make use of them.
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The first are usually guilty of much blood and cruelty, (for it is an hard thing for men with their Swords in their hands, to keep from smiting but where the Lord bids them smite.) The latter are guilty of blood mingled with rage and malice against what is supremely good, their rage is against Heaven,
The First Are usually guilty of much blood and cruelty, (for it is an hard thing for men with their Swords in their hands, to keep from smiting but where the Lord bids them smite.) The latter Are guilty of blood mingled with rage and malice against what is supremely good, their rage is against Heaven,
So far is the Persecutor in reaching his ends, in advancing and setting up himself, that he finds he hath taken the next course to ruine and destroy himself.
So Far is the Persecutor in reaching his ends, in advancing and setting up himself, that he finds he hath taken the next course to ruin and destroy himself.
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Where are those great Powers that were a terrour to all the World? The stump of that Empire remaineth in Germany, that is, all the Papists are yet in play,
Where Are those great Powers that were a terror to all the World? The stump of that Empire remains in Germany, that is, all the Papists Are yet in play,
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I do but name some things to you, leaving it to you to look back and see where you can find that there hath been any Troop or Band of Persecutors, that God in a short time hath not scattered by his providence,
I do but name Some things to you, leaving it to you to look back and see where you can find that there hath been any Troop or Band of Persecutors, that God in a short time hath not scattered by his providence,
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The miraculous operations, by which the first Ministers of the Gospel confirmed their Divine Mission. 3. The undaunted, couragious sufferings of God's people.
The miraculous operations, by which the First Ministers of the Gospel confirmed their Divine Mission. 3. The undaunted, courageous sufferings of God's people.
Those who have not Faith enough to believe the Scripture (upon their belief of which hangs all the credit of the Miracles we there read of) yet have had sense enough to discern men dying with boldness and courage in a steady owning of the Propositions of the Gospel.
Those who have not Faith enough to believe the Scripture (upon their belief of which hangs all the credit of the Miracles we there read of) yet have had sense enough to discern men dying with boldness and courage in a steady owning of the Propositions of the Gospel.
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Why then do people rage? Why do they imagine a vain thing? O that I could persuade them to sound a retreat from this Battel, which cannot but end in their own ruine, and their Enemies Victory.
Why then do people rage? Why do they imagine a vain thing? O that I could persuade them to found a retreat from this Battle, which cannot but end in their own ruin, and their Enemies Victory.
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Obj. But I hear some saying, Is there any that would go about to make men suffer for Christs Names sake? May not men be made sufferers for their disobedience to the Laws of the place where they live,
Object But I hear Some saying, Is there any that would go about to make men suffer for Christ Names sake? May not men be made sufferers for their disobedience to the Laws of the place where they live,
Sol. I answer, God forbid, that Christs name should be made use of by any who pretend to him to patronize, Treason or Rebellion or any disturbance of the Civil Order or Peace. Nay, men radically good, may for ought I know suffer as evil-doers. If Peter had been made to suffer for drawing out the Sword,
Sol. I answer, God forbid, that Christ name should be made use of by any who pretend to him to patronise, Treason or Rebellion or any disturbance of the Civil Order or Peace. Nay, men radically good, may for ought I know suffer as evildoers. If Peter had been made to suffer for drawing out the Sword,
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and in mens sufering innocently, for it is a dreadful guilt, Exod. 23.7. Psal. 10.8.15.5. It was one of the crying sins which brought Vengeance on the Jews, that amongst them was found the blood of Innocents, Jer. 2.24. and that they had filled the land with the Blood of innocents, Jer. 19.4.
and in men's sufering innocently, for it is a dreadful guilt, Exod 23.7. Psalm 10.8.15.5. It was one of the crying Sins which brought Vengeance on the jews, that among them was found the blood of Innocents, Jer. 2.24. and that they had filled the land with the Blood of Innocents, Jer. 19.4.
3. I told you before, that a suffering for Christs name sake must be a suffering for him, not meerly for our selves, in defending our personal just rights,
3. I told you before, that a suffering for Christ name sake must be a suffering for him, not merely for our selves, in defending our personal just rights,
so no civil Edicts, or Laws can take away a Christians honour in suffering for Christ, and for his names sake, if indeed their suffering be of this nature, that is, for this cause, Acts 5.41. The Apostles went away rejoicing, that they were counted worthy to suffer for his name.
so no civil Edicts, or Laws can take away a Christians honour in suffering for christ, and for his names sake, if indeed their suffering be of this nature, that is, for this cause, Acts 5.41. The Apostles went away rejoicing, that they were counted worthy to suffer for his name.
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Yet it was contrary to the command of the Sanhedrim, v. 28. If a suffering for Christs name shall turn to them for such a Testimony, all men that love their own Souls,
Yet it was contrary to the command of the Sanhedrim, v. 28. If a suffering for Christ name shall turn to them for such a Testimony, all men that love their own Souls,
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If what you have heard be truth, if Christians sufferings for Christs names sake shall turn unto them for a Testimony, (which is Christs own assertion) if it •urn to them for such a testimony as you have heard opened;
If what you have herd be truth, if Christians sufferings for Christ names sake shall turn unto them for a Testimony, (which is Christ own assertion) if it •urn to them for such a testimony as you have herd opened;
You see what reason Christians have in such sufferings, to count it all joy, when they fall into diverse Temptations, according to the Counsel of James, ch. 1. v. 3. To rejoice and be exceeding glad,
You see what reason Christians have in such sufferings, to count it all joy, when they fallen into diverse Temptations, according to the Counsel of James, changed. 1. v. 3. To rejoice and be exceeding glad,
for great is their reward in Heaven, according to our Saviours exhortation, Matth. 5.12. To rejoice for as much as they are partakers of Christs sufferings, that when his glory shall be revealed, they may also be glad with exceeding joy.
for great is their reward in Heaven, according to our Saviors exhortation, Matthew 5.12. To rejoice for as much as they Are partakers of Christ sufferings, that when his glory shall be revealed, they may also be glad with exceeding joy.
I beseech you sit down and consider seriously with your selves what a Testimony of Gods favour, what a mark of honour from him is worth, what a Testimony is worth to your Souls, that you are some of those, who shall one day be glorified,
I beseech you fit down and Consider seriously with your selves what a Testimony of God's favour, what a mark of honour from him is worth, what a Testimony is worth to your Souls, that you Are Some of those, who shall one day be glorified,
if you be such who are serious in the business of eternity, and keep any watch upon the influences of God upon your Souls, think with your selves what in your sad,
if you be such who Are serious in the business of eternity, and keep any watch upon the influences of God upon your Souls, think with your selves what in your sad,
and melancholick reflections at some times you would give, that God would shew you a token for good, Psal. 86.17. David beggs of God that he would shew him such a Token. This is such a token as God shewed Paul to chear him with, Acts chap. 23. v. 11. The Lord stood by him and said, Be of good cheer Paul!
and melancholic reflections At Some times you would give, that God would show you a token for good, Psalm 86.17. David begs of God that he would show him such a Token. This is such a token as God showed Paul to cheer him with, Acts chap. 23. v. 11. The Lord stood by him and said, Be of good cheer Paul!
Let not therefore your hearts fail, indeed this ought to be no argument to a Christian to pull troubles of this nature upon himself, he ought to maintain both the wisdom of a serpent and the innocency of a dove,
Let not Therefore your hearts fail, indeed this ought to be no argument to a Christian to pull Troubles of this nature upon himself, he ought to maintain both the Wisdom of a serpent and the innocency of a dove,
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What would not any considerate christian give to have a testimony that he is one whom God delighteth to honour, one whom the Lord hath influenced with great degrees of grace,
What would not any considerate christian give to have a testimony that he is one whom God delights to honour, one whom the Lord hath influenced with great Degrees of grace,
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and intendeth yet further to influence, one whom God designeth a great reward for, either in this life or that which is to come, to have a Testimony that he is a Disciple of Christ,
and intends yet further to influence, one whom God designeth a great reward for, either in this life or that which is to come, to have a Testimony that he is a Disciple of christ,
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In our Book of Martyrs we read of the condemnation of three famous Martyrs, all Bishops, Cranmer, Ridley and Latimer. The first replieth to his Judges, I appeal from this your sentence to the Judgment seat of God.
In our Book of Martyrs we read of the condemnation of three famous Martyrs, all Bishops, Cranmer, Ridley and Latimer. The First Replieth to his Judges, I appeal from this your sentence to the Judgement seat of God.
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The second told them, Although I be not of your company, yet I doubt not but my name is written in a better place, whither your sentence will send me sooner.
The second told them, Although I be not of your company, yet I doubt not but my name is written in a better place, whither your sentence will send me sooner.
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a good Christian ought not indeed to desire suffering for Christs sake; the Apostle speaking of suffering saith, 1 Pet. 3.17. It is better (if the will of God be so) that ye suffer for well doing then for evil doing.
a good Christian ought not indeed to desire suffering for Christ sake; the Apostle speaking of suffering Says, 1 Pet. 3.17. It is better (if the will of God be so) that you suffer for well doing then for evil doing.
Sufferings are things ingrateful to the flesh, and upon that score evils, as they are temptations. Our flesh always is crying to us, Master, spare thy self.
Sufferings Are things ingrateful to the Flesh, and upon that score evils, as they Are temptations. Our Flesh always is crying to us, Master, spare thy self.
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No man knoweth what his heart will prove in an hour of trial, but if it be the will of God, you suffer (saith the Apostle.) It is never the will of God that we should suffer (in that sense wherein the Apostle there mentioneth the will of God) but when we suffer for doing the will of God,
No man Knoweth what his heart will prove in an hour of trial, but if it be the will of God, you suffer (Says the Apostle.) It is never the will of God that we should suffer (in that sense wherein the Apostle there mentioneth the will of God) but when we suffer for doing the will of God,
Wherefore (as the same Apostle saith) Let them that suffer according to the will of God, commit the keeping of their Souls to him, in well doing as unto a faithful creator. v. 19. I need not much enlarge in this branch of application.
Wherefore (as the same Apostle Says) Let them that suffer according to the will of God, commit the keeping of their Souls to him, in well doing as unto a faithful creator. v. 19. I need not much enlarge in this branch of application.
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We may do a great deal toward this by considering the vanity, and incertainty of these things, the inconsiderableness of them weighed and compared with the enjoyments of God:
We may do a great deal towards this by considering the vanity, and incertainty of these things, the inconsiderableness of them weighed and compared with the enjoyments of God:
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It is a courage by which Christians are as the Apostle saith, out of weakness made strong — by which Women have received their dead raised to life again, Heb. 10.34, 35. For this we had need be much in Prayer. Our Saviour commandeth us that we should Pray, that we enter not into Temptation.
It is a courage by which Christians Are as the Apostle Says, out of weakness made strong — by which Women have received their dead raised to life again, Hebrew 10.34, 35. For this we had need be much in Prayer. Our Saviour commands us that we should Pray, that we enter not into Temptation.
And Luke 21.36. (with which I shall conclude) Watch ye therefore (saith our Saviour) and Pray always, that you may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass,
And Lycia 21.36. (with which I shall conclude) Watch you Therefore (Says our Saviour) and Pray always, that you may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass,
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