Prove all things, hold fast that which is good, I Thess. 5.21 handled in two sermons at S. Maries in Cambridge, the first on the Commencement-Sabbath, July 1, 1655, the other since / by William Dillingham.
as it was a lie by which he brought us all at first into captivity, labours by all means possible to keep men from the knowledge of the truth: and that,
as it was a lie by which he brought us all At First into captivity, labours by all means possible to keep men from the knowledge of the truth: and that,
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and many millions of souls under the Papacy, by a blind obedience and as blind a faith, the Coliers faith they call it, I doubt 'twill come to th' fire at the last.
and many millions of Souls under the Papacy, by a blind Obedience and as blind a faith, the Coliers faith they call it, I doubt it'll come to the fire At the last.
Secondly, If this will not do but men will needs be knowing, then he labours to seduce them into errour, giving them husks for bread, pro Deâ nubem. This old deceiver wants not his strophae, nor his methods.
Secondly, If this will not do but men will needs be knowing, then he labours to seduce them into error, giving them husks for bred, Pro Deâ nubem. This old deceiver Wants not his strophae, nor his methods.
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Sometimes he assumes the shape of an Oecumenicall Bishop, and dictates errours out of an infallible chair, intoxicating with the cup of his errours the Kings of the earth:
Sometime he assumes the shape of an Ecumenical Bishop, and dictates errors out of an infallible chair, intoxicating with the cup of his errors the Kings of the earth:
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otherwhile putting on the appearance of a simple plain man, he creeps into houses, and the greatest game he flies at are but silly women. One while he presents errour under the reverend cloak of antiquity ;
otherwhile putting on the appearance of a simple plain man, he creeps into houses, and the greatest game he flies At Are but silly women. One while he presents error under the reverend cloak of antiquity;
For, while people are distracted to see so many opinions in religion, whereof they are sure but one can be true, (and which that is they are not able to judge) they resolve to be standers-by untill the learned be agreed, supposing it the safest course and easiest to avoid errour, by being of no opinion at all.
For, while people Are distracted to see so many opinions in Religion, whereof they Are sure but one can be true, (and which that is they Are not able to judge) they resolve to be Standers by until the learned be agreed, supposing it the Safest course and Easiest to avoid error, by being of no opinion At all.
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Thus of old did he set the Poets on work to invent fables like unto many histories recorded in holy Scriptures, that when the falshood of those should be discovered, the truth of these might be call'd in question.
Thus of old did he Set the Poets on work to invent fables like unto many histories recorded in holy Scriptures, that when the falsehood of those should be discovered, the truth of these might be called in question.
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many such seekers instead of finding truth, have lost themselves in a maze of errour, and an inextricable labyrinth of perplexitie. 'Tis NONLATINALPHABET, not NONLATINALPHABET.
many such seekers instead of finding truth, have lost themselves in a maze of error, and an inextricable labyrinth of perplexity. It's, not.
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but, as it concerns all Christians ( quà tales ), to prove or try is an act of judgement to be exercised by every one within the private court of his own conscience in order to his own particular embracing or rejecting of any doctrine offered to his faith.
but, as it concerns all Christians (quà tales), to prove or try is an act of judgement to be exercised by every one within the private court of his own conscience in order to his own particular embracing or rejecting of any Doctrine offered to his faith.
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NONLATINALPHABET; some first rule, and how shall that be tried? some first principles, and how shall they be proved? He that will learn must first believe,
; Some First Rule, and how shall that be tried? Some First principles, and how shall they be proved? He that will Learn must First believe,
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and had they prius to prove them by, they were not prima. These have usually been acknowledged by all for that native evidence that shines in them, bringing letters credentiall writ in their very faces;
and had they prius to prove them by, they were not prima. These have usually been acknowledged by all for that native evidence that shines in them, bringing letters credential writ in their very faces;
certainly the man was either very idle or very melancholick when he began to suspect he might be deceived in thinking he had a being (which yet was impossible),
Certainly the man was either very idle or very melancholic when he began to suspect he might be deceived in thinking he had a being (which yet was impossible),
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and came to Cogito ergò sum. But, that which is worse yet, have we not some who call in question the very fundamentals of religion also? they are but bad builders, who,
and Come to Cogito ergò sum. But, that which is Worse yet, have we not Some who call in question the very fundamentals of Religion also? they Are but bad Builders, who,
The blowing of this wind makes the tree take deeper root, (and it is well if it doth alwayes so) but yet in the mean while it oftimes blowes down the fruit.
The blowing of this wind makes the tree take Deeper root, (and it is well if it does always so) but yet in the mean while it Oftimes blows down the fruit.
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That it is the duty of all Christians to examine the doctrine which they heare, Doctr. before they fully entertain it as a principle of faith and life :
That it is the duty of all Christians to examine the Doctrine which they hear, Doctrine before they Fully entertain it as a principle of faith and life:
it commends the practise of this duty in the Bereans Acts 17. 11. where 'tis said of them that they were NONLATINALPHABET more nobly-spirited than those of Thessalonica,
it commends the practice of this duty in the Bereans Acts 17. 11. where it's said of them that they were more nobly-spirited than those of Thessalonica,
for that they searched the Scriptures dayly whether those things were so as the Apostles preached, notwithstanding they were assisted by an infallible spirit.
for that they searched the Scriptures daily whither those things were so as the Apostles preached, notwithstanding they were assisted by an infallible Spirit.
But secondly, If all be beginners but those that believe that, truly for our parts We Protestants do professe our selves to be Bereans, and therefore I hope he will give Us leave to examine their doctrine in the balance of the Sanctuary,
But secondly, If all be beginners but those that believe that, truly for our parts We Protestants do profess our selves to be Bereans, and Therefore I hope he will give Us leave to examine their Doctrine in the balance of the Sanctuary,
And thirdly, is Bellarmine sure the Bereans were not believers when they searched? since they received the word with all readinesse of mind, (and then 'tis added) and searched the Scriptures daily whether those things were so.
And Thirdly, is Bellarmine sure the Bereans were not believers when they searched? since they received the word with all readiness of mind, (and then it's added) and searched the Scriptures daily whither those things were so.
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Besides these there are many other Scriptures, which do ex consequenti not onely permit, but also require to try the doctrines before we entertain them:
Beside these there Are many other Scriptures, which do ex consequenti not only permit, but also require to try the doctrines before we entertain them:
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nay, do they not implicitly require and command us to try and examine the doctrines, whoever they be that bring them? S. Paul is bold in Gal. 1. 8, 9. Though we or an Angel from heaven should preach any other Gospel, let him be NONLATINALPHABET.
nay, do they not implicitly require and command us to try and examine the doctrines, whoever they be that bring them? S. Paul is bold in Gal. 1. 8, 9. Though we or an Angel from heaven should preach any other Gospel, let him be.
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And that you may see that this expression proceeded neither from rashnesse nor passion, but a most advised and well resolved deliberation, he repeats the words in the verse following:
And that you may see that this expression proceeded neither from rashness nor passion, but a most advised and well resolved deliberation, he repeats the words in the verse following:
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Because we must neither embrace all doctrines, nor reject all, nor take some such as come next, no nor the truth it self upon slight grounds; therefore we must examine.
Because we must neither embrace all doctrines, nor reject all, nor take Some such as come next, no nor the truth it self upon slight grounds; Therefore we must examine.
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and besides, we do ow so much reverence to the name of God, as not rashly to reject without examen, any doctrine that hath but an appearance of any just pretence unto it.
and beside, we do owe so much Reverence to the name of God, as not rashly to reject without examen, any Doctrine that hath but an appearance of any just pretence unto it.
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If we build upon such a sandie foundation, how do we think to stand, when the winds and waves of temptation and persecution shall arise? It remains therefore that we must examine, that so we may both refuse the evil,
If we built upon such a sandy Foundation, how do we think to stand, when the winds and waves of temptation and persecution shall arise? It remains Therefore that we must examine, that so we may both refuse the evil,
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and what ever some may think of speculative errours, yet surely as they proceed from that maim in the understanding which is the effect of original sinne,
and what ever Some may think of speculative errors, yet surely as they proceed from that maim in the understanding which is the Effect of original sin,
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For the actions of the understanding as well as of the other faculties are NONLATINALPHABET, under the law of God, and the will shall answer at God's tribunal for not putting the understanding to school to Scripture,
For the actions of the understanding as well as of the other faculties Are, under the law of God, and the will shall answer At God's tribunal for not putting the understanding to school to Scripture,
For, first, the best are subject to errour themselves, and so may (though unwittingly and unwillingly) be means of seducing others, who do not examine;
For, First, the best Are Subject to error themselves, and so may (though unwittingly and unwillingly) be means of seducing Others, who do not examine;
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and Many false prophets ARE gone out into the world, 1 John 4. 1. and, that which makes them the more dangerous, they are indefatigably industrious in their way, compassing the earth (with their master),
and Many false Prophets ARE gone out into the world, 1 John 4. 1. and, that which makes them the more dangerous, they Are indefatigably Industria in their Way, compassing the earth (with their master),
Our Saviour hath foretold us that they should come as wolves in sheeps-clothing, and the Apostle NONLATINALPHABET and NONLATINALPHABET and again, With all power, and signes,
Our Saviour hath foretold us that they should come as wolves in Sheep's clothing, and the Apostle and and again, With all power, and Signs,
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and lying wonders, and with all deceivablenesse of unrighteousnesse, 2 Thessal. 2. 9, 10. All which places do loudly bespeak our earnest care to look to our selves,
and lying wonders, and with all deceivableness of unrighteousness, 2 Thessal. 2. 9, 10. All which places do loudly bespeak our earnest care to look to our selves,
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Faith is a rational grace, although it do not alwayes act discursively, (E.g. in its assent to the primò credita, which is to a testimony, not for a testimony) no more than the understanding does by discourse induce it self to an assent unto first notions.
Faith is a rational grace, although it do not always act discursively, (For example in its assent to the primò credita, which is to a testimony, not for a testimony) no more than the understanding does by discourse induce it self to an assent unto First notions.
because they are spiritually discerned, 1 Cor. 2. 14. Not but that a natural man may apprehend and assent unto divers truths recorded in the Scriptures,
Because they Are spiritually discerned, 1 Cor. 2. 14. Not but that a natural man may apprehend and assent unto diverse truths recorded in the Scriptures,
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and concourse with it, whereby the eyes of a believer's mind being enlightened, he is enabled in some measure to discern and apprehend the truths and will of God, objectively revealed and propounded to him by the same Spirit in the Scriptures.
and concourse with it, whereby the eyes of a believer's mind being enlightened, he is enabled in Some measure to discern and apprehend the truths and will of God, objectively revealed and propounded to him by the same Spirit in the Scriptures.
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A very cleare and full testimony: So that I shall forbear to adde any more. 3. That the soul may be rightly fitted for to judge, it must be sanctified.
A very clear and full testimony: So that I shall forbear to add any more. 3. That the soul may be rightly fitted for to judge, it must be sanctified.
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then will it not so boldly go about with Socinus and our modern circulatours to bassle Scripture, just as a Sophister would deal with a peice of Aristotle ;
then will it not so boldly go about with Socinus and our modern circulatours to bassle Scripture, just as a Sophister would deal with a piece of Aristotle;
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grace and glory and no good thing will he withhold from those that fear him, psal. 25. 14. and 84. 11. A proud man is a bad scholar, he will confide in himself, rather then in God ;
grace and glory and no good thing will he withhold from those that Fear him, Psalm. 25. 14. and 84. 11. A proud man is a bad scholar, he will confide in himself, rather then in God;
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There is great need of humility also upon this account, that those who have the gift in a lesser measure, be not presumptuous so as to wade beyond their depth.
There is great need of humility also upon this account, that those who have the gift in a lesser measure, be not presumptuous so as to wade beyond their depth.
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Which Saint Paul thought a seasonable caution in the matter in hand: Rom. 12.3. Be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.
Which Saint Paul Thought a seasonable caution in the matter in hand: Rom. 12.3. Be you transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.
NONLATINALPHABET not out of an overweening opinion of self-sufficiency to enterprise things beyond their strength, but to think soberly according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith,
not out of an overweening opinion of self-sufficiency to enterprise things beyond their strength, but to think soberly according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith,
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I might adde also in the third place, that the soul must be indued with a sincere love of the truth, that it must obey the truth, and mortifie its own corruptions:
I might add also in the third place, that the soul must be endued with a sincere love of the truth, that it must obey the truth, and mortify its own corruptions:
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For, maxims and general rules being but collections observed from particulars, if the survey be short, ad nimis pauca respiciens, not taking in all particulars, the verdict or maxime must needs be defective,
For, maxims and general rules being but collections observed from particulars, if the survey be short, ad nimis pauca respiciens, not taking in all particulars, the verdict or maxim must needs be defective,
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as an observation concerning men may be true of men in France or Italy, but false if applyed to those in England, who were never attended to in the raising.
as an observation Concerning men may be true of men in France or Italy, but false if applied to those in England, who were never attended to in the raising.
neither flowing from these maxims, nor being reducible to them. (3.) It is not possible for any of those maxims to be the foundation of any divine faith at all;
neither flowing from these maxims, nor being reducible to them. (3.) It is not possible for any of those maxims to be the Foundation of any divine faith At all;
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But how little reason there is for so doing, especially in hac foece Romali, in this Apostate and fallen condition of humane nature, the alone sense of our own infirmities and weaknesses may sufficiently convince. O but yet Right Reason!
But how little reason there is for so doing, especially in hac foece Romali, in this Apostate and fallen condition of humane nature, the alone sense of our own infirmities and Weaknesses may sufficiently convince. Oh but yet Right Reason!
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so that it could never hang together, but that the new would rend the old in sunder, the strong the rotten, were it not for that same Catholick plaister of infallibility.
so that it could never hang together, but that the new would rend the old in sunder, the strong the rotten, were it not for that same Catholic plaster of infallibility.
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When the Councels were such as they ought to be, consisting of holy, able, and learned Pastours of the Church, we look upon them as bright constellations, whose light was the greater because of their conjunction.
When the Counsels were such as they ought to be, consisting of holy, able, and learned Pastors of the Church, we look upon them as bright constellations, whose Light was the greater Because of their conjunction.
and doubtlesse if they were more lookt into, they would furnish us with tried weapons, armour approved to subdue the self-same heresies risen again among us in these our dayes,
and doubtless if they were more looked into, they would furnish us with tried weapons, armour approved to subdue the selfsame heresies risen again among us in these our days,
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and prove as successefull as that stratagem of the Scythians was, who put their rebel-slaves to flight, by but shewing them the rods where with they had been wont to whip them But though we honour the Fathers,
and prove as successful as that stratagem of the Scythians was, who put their rebel-slaves to flight, by but showing them the rods where with they had been wont to whip them But though we honour the Father's,
but afterwards Bishop Jewell was so bold as to challenge them, in a Sermon at Paul's Crosse, (afterward printed) and to offer that if they could produce any one ancient Father, General Councel,
but afterwards Bishop Jewel was so bold as to challenge them, in a Sermon At Paul's Cross, (afterwards printed) and to offer that if they could produce any one ancient Father, General Council,
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and Malone might have spared his scurrilous title-page against the Reverend and learned Primate; Though you have ten thousand USHERS, yet have ye not many FATHERS.
and Malone might have spared his scurrilous Title page against the Reverend and learned Primate; Though you have ten thousand USHERS, yet have you not many FATHERS.
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Now infallibility as it is required to a rule of doctrine, is nothing else but the constant assistance of the holy Ghost, which the Papists require a man to believe that their Church hath,
Now infallibility as it is required to a Rule of Doctrine, is nothing Else but the constant assistance of the holy Ghost, which the Papists require a man to believe that their Church hath,
Let them first convince us that the Church is infallible as it gives the tradition, and then wee'l spare them any further pains to prove that it is infallible.
Let them First convince us that the Church is infallible as it gives the tradition, and then we'll spare them any further pains to prove that it is infallible.
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For, First, then it seems the Scriptures infallibility may be first known, before and without the believing of the Churches infallibility, quod minimè vellent :
For, First, then it seems the Scriptures infallibility may be First known, before and without the believing of the Churches infallibility, quod minimè vellent:
and then wee'l casily grant them (if it will do tnem any good) that there is no prius and posterius in the belief of the infallibilities of the Scriptures and of the Church,
and then we'll casily grant them (if it will do tnem any good) that there is no prius and Posterior in the belief of the Infallibilities of the Scriptures and of the Church,
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A private Christian ought to be very observant of his Pastour, (the Scripture every-where calls for it) he is to reverence him as his spirituall Father, to obey him as his governour, to follow him as his guide,
A private Christian ought to be very observant of his Pastor, (the Scripture everywhere calls for it) he is to Reverence him as his spiritual Father, to obey him as his governor, to follow him as his guide,
Be ye followers of me (saith the Apostle) as I am of Christ, 1 Cor. 11.1. The words of a godly and able pastour are of great authority, as of one that for his fidelity would not willingly for a world lead souls into errour;
Be you followers of me (Says the Apostle) as I am of christ, 1 Cor. 11.1. The words of a godly and able pastor Are of great Authority, as of one that for his Fidis would not willingly for a world led Souls into error;
That this was infallibly inspired by the Holy Ghost is granted on all sides, and that it may be known to be such may sufficiently appeare by what hath been already said.
That this was infallibly inspired by the Holy Ghost is granted on all sides, and that it may be known to be such may sufficiently appear by what hath been already said.
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But first give me leave to premise onely thus much, that whereas some of our Divines make Scripture the judge, others the rule of controversies, I conceive by a little distinguishing both may be admitted,
But First give me leave to premise only thus much, that whereas Some of our Divines make Scripture the judge, Others the Rule of controversies, I conceive by a little distinguishing both may be admitted,
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To the Law and to the Testimony, if they speak not according to this word, it is because there is no morning-light in them, Isaiah 8. 20. and 1 Tim. 6. 3. These things teach and exhort,
To the Law and to the Testimony, if they speak not according to this word, it is Because there is no Morning light in them, Isaiah 8. 20. and 1 Tim. 6. 3. These things teach and exhort,
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even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to godlinesse, he is proud knowing nothing, &c. [ See also Deut. 13. v. 1, 2, 3. ] and in the 12. Rom. 6. Let us prophesie according to the analogy or proportion of faith, by which is usually understood the doctrine contained in the Scriptures.
even the words of our Lord jesus christ, and to the Doctrine which is according to godliness, he is proud knowing nothing, etc. [ See also Deuteronomy 13. v. 1, 2, 3. ] and in the 12. Rom. 6. Let us prophesy according to the analogy or proportion of faith, by which is usually understood the Doctrine contained in the Scriptures.
and this we may be sure of that that must needs be suitable to God's will accepting and approving, which is agreable and according to the same will commanding and prescribing faith and duty to us, which is revealed in his word.
and this we may be sure of that that must needs be suitable to God's will accepting and approving, which is agreeable and according to the same will commanding and prescribing faith and duty to us, which is revealed in his word.
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The Scripture is the rule and the standard by which all doctrines may and must be tried, by arraigning them before the tribunall of the Spirit in the Scriptures:
The Scripture is the Rule and the standard by which all doctrines may and must be tried, by arraigning them before the tribunal of the Spirit in the Scriptures:
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and so to advance his mercy as not to violate his justice, since he is so said to be love, 1 John 4. 8. as that he is also called a consuming fire, Heb. 12. 29. Let a man study a single point alone with greatest accuratenesse, it will scarce have its just proportion till he doth compare it with the body;
and so to advance his mercy as not to violate his Justice, since he is so said to be love, 1 John 4. 8. as that he is also called a consuming fire, Hebrew 12. 29. Let a man study a single point alone with greatest accurateness, it will scarce have its just proportion till he does compare it with the body;
Answ. 1. It is no pride nor arrogance for us to endeavour to see that with our own eyes, which our betters tell us they see with theirs, especially sith God himself requires it of us.
Answer 1. It is no pride nor arrogance for us to endeavour to see that with our own eyes, which our betters tell us they see with theirs, especially sith God himself requires it of us.
2. It is no whit unbecoming humility and Christian modesty to examine any mens doctrine, while we acknowledge their superiority in gifts, and reverence them accordingly.
2. It is no whit unbecoming humility and Christian modesty to examine any men's Doctrine, while we acknowledge their superiority in Gifts, and Reverence them accordingly.
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but if they must not judge of the doctrine, what must they do to be resolved whether the Protestants or the Papists doctrine be to be followed? de Valentia tells them, they must adhere to that doctrine whose teachers have the most authority,
but if they must not judge of the Doctrine, what must they do to be resolved whither the Protestants or the Papists Doctrine be to be followed? de Valentia tells them, they must adhere to that Doctrine whose Teachers have the most Authority,
Which is all one as if he had said: Because thou art not book-learned thou art not fit to examine doctrines by Scripture; therefore take onely this course;
Which is all one as if he had said: Because thou art not book-learned thou art not fit to examine doctrines by Scripture; Therefore take only this course;
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and lastly, take notice of the number of miracles that have been done (but let him believe none but those who saw them done) and then thou shalt know which doctrine is the truest; (at least if these marks fail him not)
and lastly, take notice of the number of Miracles that have been done (but let him believe none but those who saw them done) and then thou shalt know which Doctrine is the Truest; (At least if these marks fail him not)
When you have done all, every private Christian will be fallible in his judgement; why then do ye refuse the Fathers, Councels, and the Church upon that account?
When you have done all, every private Christian will be fallible in his judgement; why then do you refuse the Father's, Counsels, and the Church upon that account?
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2. But thus much I say for the believer's infallibility. (1.) That while he keeps to the infallible rule he cannot erre. (2.) The spirit of God will infallibly guide every believer,
2. But thus much I say for the believer's infallibility. (1.) That while he keeps to the infallible Rule he cannot err. (2.) The Spirit of God will infallibly guide every believer,
So that these few rubs being removed out of the way, we may safely proceed to the practise of what the Apostle here exhorts us to, to prove all things. Age verò, nè semper forum.
So that these few rubs being removed out of the Way, we may safely proceed to the practice of what the Apostle Here exhorts us to, to prove all things. Age verò, nè semper forum.
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But if we desire to be successefull in our enterprize of trying and proving doctrirnes, we must be sure to hold fast all tried and approved principles: and
But if we desire to be successful in our enterprise of trying and proving doctrirnes, we must be sure to hold fast all tried and approved principles: and
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and contend earnestly for the faith which was once delivered unto the Saints. 2. We may examine an article of faith without doubring of the truth of it.
and contend earnestly for the faith which was once Delivered unto the Saints. 2. We may examine an article of faith without doubring of the truth of it.
But suppose it should be called into question by others, yea, and doubted of also by our selves, yet must we not presently for every doubt let go our faith,
But suppose it should be called into question by Others, yea, and doubted of also by our selves, yet must we not presently for every doubt let go our faith,
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We may not disbelieve a truth and scrape it out of our souls, that so the soul may become rasa tabula, unbiassed and perfectly indifferent either to receive a truth, or to reject it;
We may not disbelieve a truth and scrape it out of our Souls, that so the soul may become rasa tabula, unbiased and perfectly indifferent either to receive a truth, or to reject it;
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Should I now go and not onely forbeare my assent unto it, but also imagine the contrary to counter-poise the soul's naturall NONLATINALPHABET and inclination? blot out that NONLATINALPHABET, to try if I can write it better? What were this else but to lay faith to stake,
Should I now go and not only forbear my assent unto it, but also imagine the contrary to counterpoise the soul's natural and inclination? blot out that, to try if I can write it better? What were this Else but to lay faith to stake,
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for the devil's great gains these late times have been, that while men are taken up with disputes about truths in question, they have too much neglected the practise of those that were indubitable.
for the devil's great gains these late times have been, that while men Are taken up with disputes about truths in question, they have too much neglected the practice of those that were indubitable.
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if any man will do the will of God, he shall know the doctrine whether it be of God or no, John 7. 17. whereas on the contrary, a corrupt heart will breed a corrupt judgement,
if any man will do the will of God, he shall know the Doctrine whither it be of God or no, John 7. 17. whereas on the contrary, a corrupt heart will breed a corrupt judgement,
I shall leave others to dispute where Paradise was situate, but our Saviour ha's placed happinesse between those two, the tree of life, and the tree of knowledge.
I shall leave Others to dispute where Paradise was situate, but our Saviour ha placed happiness between those two, the tree of life, and the tree of knowledge.
Col. 1.9, 10. We desire that ye may be filled with the knowledge of his will, in all wisdome and spirituall understanding, that ye might walk worthy of the Lord in all well-pleasing, (there's the first:) being fruitfull in every good work,
Col. 1.9, 10. We desire that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will, in all Wisdom and spiritual understanding, that you might walk worthy of the Lord in all Well-pleasing, (there's the First:) being fruitful in every good work,
& these they are apt enough to hold fast, quocun { que } modo rem, and — vestigia nulla retrorsum. Here they are close-fisted enough, what they get by diligence, they will keep with care,
& these they Are apt enough to hold fast, quocun { que } modo remembering, and — vestigia nulla retrorsum. Here they Are close-fisted enough, what they get by diligence, they will keep with care,
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This was that NONLATINALPHABET, that good thing committed to Timothie's charge, which S. Paul exhorts him for to keep, 2 Tim. 1. 14. and this is that which S. Paul himself kept:
This was that, that good thing committed to Timothie's charge, which S. Paul exhorts him for to keep, 2 Tim. 1. 14. and this is that which S. Paul himself kept:
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So then Paul charges Timotby to keep the truth, he professes himself had kept it, and our blessed Saviour commends the Church in Pergamus for keeping of it;
So then Paul charges Timothy to keep the truth, he Professes himself had kept it, and our blessed Saviour commends the Church in Pergamos for keeping of it;
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what hinders then but that we may conclude, that S. Paul exhorting the Thessalonians to hold fast good doctrine, did partly mean such as was true. Ertour has done us the mischief,
what hinders then but that we may conclude, that S. Paul exhorting the Thessalonians to hold fast good Doctrine, did partly mean such as was true. Ertour has done us the mischief,
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and it must be truth must do us good. 2. NONLATINALPHABET Good doctrine is holy doctrine. All true doctrine is good, but holinesse adds a greater degree of goodnesse to it.
and it must be truth must do us good. 2. Good Doctrine is holy Doctrine. All true Doctrine is good, but holiness adds a greater degree of Goodness to it.
That doctrine which is agreeable to the holy and good will of God, and which tends unto sanctification, whereby we are made good, is holy and good doctrine, (as the Law is said to be holy, and just, and good, Rom. 7. 12.) in respect of the first it's called the good, and acceptable,
That Doctrine which is agreeable to the holy and good will of God, and which tends unto sanctification, whereby we Are made good, is holy and good Doctrine, (as the Law is said to be holy, and just, and good, Rom. 7. 12.) in respect of the First it's called the good, and acceptable,
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and perfect will of God, Rom. 12. 2. and as it relates unto our sanctification and salvation, it's called NONLATINALPHABET 1 Tim. 6. 3. The doctrine which is according to godlinesse.
and perfect will of God, Rom. 12. 2. and as it relates unto our sanctification and salvation, it's called 1 Tim. 6. 3. The Doctrine which is according to godliness.
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he suckt it in with his mothers milk, NONLATINALPHABET, as the words are of him; 1 Tim. 4. 6. nourished up in the words of faith, and of good doctrine :
he sucked it in with his mother's milk,, as the words Are of him; 1 Tim. 4. 6. nourished up in the words of faith, and of good Doctrine:
This all truth cannot do, onely the truth of God, which is his word, whence it is that our Saviour prayes, John 17. 17. Sanctific them through thy truth, thy word is truth.
This all truth cannot do, only the truth of God, which is his word, whence it is that our Saviour prays, John 17. 17. Sanctific them through thy truth, thy word is truth.
Such doctrine then as kills sinne and corruption, by purging it out of the soul, and restores the soul to a spirituall health, by working saving grace in the heart,
Such Doctrine then as kills sin and corruption, by purging it out of the soul, and restores the soul to a spiritual health, by working Saving grace in the heart,
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The word is sometimes used to signifie to detain, and so the truth is said to be detained, both when we conceal and keep it from the knowledge of others,
The word is sometime used to signify to detain, and so the truth is said to be detained, both when we conceal and keep it from the knowledge of Others,
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and also when we depose it from bearing rule in our hearts, and keep it down from springing up and bearing fruit in our lives; this is NONLATINALPHABET Rom. 1.18.
and also when we depose it from bearing Rule in our hearts, and keep it down from springing up and bearing fruit in our lives; this is Rom. 1.18.
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to enter upon and take possession of it; and so the word is used, Matth. 21.38. The husbandmen said, This is the heire, come let us kill him, NONLATINALPHABET, and let us seize upon his inheritance.
to enter upon and take possession of it; and so the word is used, Matthew 21.38. The husbandmen said, This is the heir, come let us kill him,, and let us seize upon his inheritance.
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thus must we not let go our hold, nor quit our interest in truth, either through feeblenesse or ficklenesse, through want of strength or want of stedfastnesse;
thus must we not let go our hold, nor quit our Interest in truth, either through feebleness or fickleness, through want of strength or want of steadfastness;
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and thus the fruitfull hearers are said to be such as do NONLATINALPHABET, having heard the word do keep it in an honest and good heart, Luke 8. 15. 3. The word NONLATINALPHABET imports also the maintaining of truth;
and thus the fruitful hearers Are said to be such as doe, having herd the word do keep it in an honest and good heart, Lycia 8. 15. 3. The word imports also the maintaining of truth;
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This the Scripture expresses sometimes by the word NONLATINALPHABET which implyes an holding fast by main strength, against any forcible or violent assault.
This the Scripture Expresses sometime by the word which Implies an holding fast by main strength, against any forcible or violent assault.
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Sometimes by NONLATINALPHABET as in that place Tit. 1.9. a Bishop must be NONLATINALPHABET one that holds fast the faithfull word according as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers :
Sometime by as in that place Tit. 1.9. a Bishop must be one that holds fast the faithful word according as he hath been taught, that he may be able by found Doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers:
and this is the third thing implyed in the word NONLATINALPHABET You may see all three things together expressed in one verse, Prov. 4. 13. Take hold of instruction (there is the first), let her not go (there is the second), keep her; for she is thy life : (there is the third.)
and this is the third thing employed in the word You may see all three things together expressed in one verse, Curae 4. 13. Take hold of instruction (there is the First), let her not go (there is the second), keep her; for she is thy life: (there is the third.)
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and settle in the faith, [ Coloss. 1. 23. ] established in truth, [ 2 Tim. 1.12. ] by keeping the faith, [ 2 Tim 4.7. ] and continuing in it; as in that exhortation of S..
and settle in the faith, [ Coloss. 1. 23. ] established in truth, [ 2 Tim. 1.12. ] by keeping the faith, [ 2 Tim 4.7. ] and Continuing in it; as in that exhortation of S..
And here I shall shew briefly these two things, (1.) That truth so tried and evidenced is to be assented unto and continued in, (2.) That it must be assented unto by an assent of faith.
And Here I shall show briefly these two things, (1.) That truth so tried and evidenced is to be assented unto and continued in, (2.) That it must be assented unto by an assent of faith.
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and if the truth be presented with sufficient evidence, either of its own light, or of divine testimony, some question whether the understanding can suspend its assent;
and if the truth be presented with sufficient evidence, either of its own Light, or of divine testimony, Some question whither the understanding can suspend its assent;
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What a losse then must the Sceptick needs be at, who assents to nothing? how unsatisfied is his mind? how unprovided is his soul? what a trembling, wavering,
What a loss then must the Sceptic needs be At, who assents to nothing? how unsatisfied is his mind? how unprovided is his soul? what a trembling, wavering,
then surely a Sceptick is NONLATINALPHABET, of a thousand severall minds, or rather NONLATINALPHABET, having no soul or mind at all, choosing to loose his soul rather than be at the charge of entertaining truth, or maintaining an opinion:
then surely a Sceptic is, of a thousand several minds, or rather, having no soul or mind At all, choosing to lose his soul rather than be At the charge of entertaining truth, or maintaining an opinion:
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In little better condition is the fickle and unconstant man, who is continually fluttering up and down from one opinion to another, never settling nor abiding by any.
In little better condition is the fickle and unconstant man, who is continually fluttering up and down from one opinion to Another, never settling nor abiding by any.
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Secondly, As we must firmly assent unto the truth, so must we do it by an assent of faith. NONLATINALPHABET. 2 Tim. 1. 13. Hold fast the form of sound words in faith, and hence it is that doctrine is called faith in Scripture, fides quae creditur. Many truths there be, which a man may have a natural knowledge of, he may see the truth in all its avenues and principles,
Secondly, As we must firmly assent unto the truth, so must we do it by an assent of faith.. 2 Tim. 1. 13. Hold fast the from of found words in faith, and hence it is that Doctrine is called faith in Scripture, fides Quae creditur. Many truths there be, which a man may have a natural knowledge of, he may see the truth in all its avenues and principles,
But besides this knowledge, there is another kind of assent found in all believers, quà tales, given to a truth onely in respect to the divine testimony: this is faith;
But beside this knowledge, there is Another kind of assent found in all believers, quà tales, given to a truth only in respect to the divine testimony: this is faith;
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S. Paul tells us 2 Thess. 2.13. that God hath from the beginning, chosen you to Salvation through Sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth :
S. Paul tells us 2 Thess 2.13. that God hath from the beginning, chosen you to Salvation through Sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth:
and on the other side our Saviour tells us plainly and without a parable, he that believes not shall be damned, Mark 16. 16. 2. Because this way of faith makes most for a christian's security against falling away.
and on the other side our Saviour tells us plainly and without a parable, he that believes not shall be damned, Mark 16. 16. 2. Because this Way of faith makes most for a christian's security against falling away.
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By faith ye stand, 2 Cor. 1. 24. but if ye will not believe, surely ye shall not be established, Isai. 7.9. NONLATINALPHABET. Faith and firmnesse are very neare of kind in the originall;
By faith you stand, 2 Cor. 1. 24. but if you will not believe, surely you shall not be established, Isaiah 7.9.. Faith and firmness Are very near of kind in the original;
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Sometimes the doctrine of faith is said to be delivered unto the Saints, Jude 3. Sometimes they are said to be delivered into that, Rom. 6. 17. Sometimes we are said to be in the truth,
Sometime the Doctrine of faith is said to be Delivered unto the Saints, U^de 3. Sometime they Are said to be Delivered into that, Rom. 6. 17. Sometime we Are said to be in the truth,
God deposites his truth in the soul, and that again places its faith in God, and commits it self also into his hand by believing, 1 Pet. 4. 19. God trusts Paul with his Gospel counting him faithfull, 1 Tim. 1. 5. as an Ambassadour;
God deposits his truth in the soul, and that again places its faith in God, and commits it self also into his hand by believing, 1 Pet. 4. 19. God trusts Paul with his Gospel counting him faithful, 1 Tim. 1. 5. as an Ambassador;
Christ hath praied, and God hath promised that our faith should not fail, but he never did so much for our rational knowledge. There is faith's first advantage.
christ hath prayed, and God hath promised that our faith should not fail, but he never did so much for our rational knowledge. There is Faith's First advantage.
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whereas in other knowledge it relies upon the goodnes of its own eye-sight, in observing the principles & consequents, the pedigree and off-spring of truth, wherein it is very subject to be mistaken, and is oftimes imposed upon.
whereas in other knowledge it relies upon the Goodness of its own eyesight, in observing the principles & consequents, the pedigree and offspring of truth, wherein it is very Subject to be mistaken, and is Oftimes imposed upon.
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Thus doth faith overcome the world by believing the promises and threatnings of God, and thus hath faith a preeminence over all our natural knowledge as to closing with and keeping possession of the truth.
Thus does faith overcome the world by believing the promises and threatenings of God, and thus hath faith a preeminence over all our natural knowledge as to closing with and keeping possession of the truth.
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but that we may grow up unto him who is the head and so NONLATINALPHABET we must NONLATINALPHABET Ephes. 4. 15. Follow the truth in love, not out of fansie, as children do.
but that we may grow up unto him who is the head and so we must Ephesians 4. 15. Follow the truth in love, not out of fancy, as children do.
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That Christ may dwell in our hearts by faith, we must be rooted and grounded in love, Ephes. 3. 17. and therefore where the love of truth once decayes, there truth it self staies not long after it.
That christ may dwell in our hearts by faith, we must be rooted and grounded in love, Ephesians 3. 17. and Therefore where the love of truth once decays, there truth it self stays not long After it.
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And it a remarkable place that of, 2 Thess. 2. 10, 11, 12. where it is said that the man of sinne should come after the working of Satan, with all power and signes and lying wonders,
And it a remarkable place that of, 2 Thess 2. 10, 11, 12. where it is said that the man of sin should come After the working of Satan, with all power and Signs and lying wonders,
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For as the Apostle there goes on, For this cause God shall send them strong delusions that they should believe a lie, that they all might be damned who believed not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousnesse. Observe the opposition.
For as the Apostle there Goes on, For this cause God shall send them strong delusions that they should believe a lie, that they all might be damned who believed not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness. Observe the opposition.
especially by such as hate it, and are so much inclined in their minds and affections to the errours of that man of sinne, whom the Lord shall consume with the spirit of his mouth,
especially by such as hate it, and Are so much inclined in their minds and affections to the errors of that man of sin, whom the Lord shall consume with the Spirit of his Mouth,
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Thirdly, hold fast that which is good by remembring it faithfully. and doubtlesse where truth is believed and beloved, the mind will often be upon it, quae curant meminerunt. 1 Cor. 15. 1, 2. Moreover brethren, I declare unto you the Gospel which I preached unto you, which also you have received,
Thirdly, hold fast that which is good by remembering it faithfully. and doubtless where truth is believed and Beloved, the mind will often be upon it, Quae Curant meminerunt. 1 Cor. 15. 1, 2. Moreover brothers, I declare unto you the Gospel which I preached unto you, which also you have received,
Those that do truly believe the truth will be carefull to keep it in memory, which is a speciall means to preserve the faith and love of it in their hearts.
Those that do truly believe the truth will be careful to keep it in memory, which is a special means to preserve the faith and love of it in their hearts.
for this cause ought we to give the more earnest heed to the things that we have heard, NONLATINALPHABET, lest we leak and let them slip, and so we (that I say not they) be spilt and perish irrecoverably; Heb. 2.1. The Spirit of God confirms us in the truths taught, by bringing them to our remembrance.
for this cause ought we to give the more earnest heed to the things that we have herd,, lest we leak and let them slip, and so we (that I say not they) be spilled and perish irrecoverably; Hebrew 2.1. The Spirit of God confirms us in the truths taught, by bringing them to our remembrance.
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The Scriptures were written that we might believe, that by hearing them preached, by frequent reading them and meditating upon them (as David did) we might have faith begotten & increased in us.
The Scriptures were written that we might believe, that by hearing them preached, by frequent reading them and meditating upon them (as David did) we might have faith begotten & increased in us.
As Paul to Timothy: The minister is appointed for a remembrancer to us: 1 Tim. 4.6. If thou put the brethren in remembrance of these things, then shalt thou be a good minister of Jesus Christ :
As Paul to Timothy: The minister is appointed for a remembrancer to us: 1 Tim. 4.6. If thou put the brothers in remembrance of these things, then shalt thou be a good minister of jesus christ:
and when S. Paul himself went over again the cities where he had formerly preached the word, the text tells us what the succese was, And so were the Churches est ablished in the faith, Acts 16. 5. And S. Peter thought it meet as long as he continued in his earthy tabernacle, to put Christians in remembrance of the truths delivered, that so they might have them alwayes in remembrance after his decease:
and when S. Paul himself went over again the cities where he had formerly preached the word, the text tells us what the success was, And so were the Churches est ablished in the faith, Acts 16. 5. And S. Peter Thought it meet as long as he continued in his earthy tabernacle, to put Christians in remembrance of the truths Delivered, that so they might have them always in remembrance After his decease:
Though they were already established, and therefore might seem not to need putting in remembrance, (which is the means of establishment) yet the Apostle thought it meet to do it alwayes, even as long as he lived;
Though they were already established, and Therefore might seem not to need putting in remembrance, (which is the means of establishment) yet the Apostle Thought it meet to do it always, even as long as he lived;
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as many branches as bring forth fruit abide in the vine, and are fastened in it by the sap they draw. S. John 1. cpist. 3.c. last verse, He that keepeth his commandments dwelleth in him, and he in him, and hereby we know that he abideth in us, by the Spirit which he hath given us.
as many branches as bring forth fruit abide in the vine, and Are fastened in it by the sap they draw. S. John 1. cpist. 3.c. last verse, He that Keepeth his Commandments dwells in him, and he in him, and hereby we know that he Abideth in us, by the Spirit which he hath given us.
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Truth being espoused to the soul by faith, and bedded by love, brings forth fruit unto holinesse, (faith working by love) and proles firmat conjugium. If we would be stedfast and immoveable, let us be alwayes abounding in the work of the Lord, 1 Cor. 15. 58. If we would but follow that which is good, as we are exhorted in the 15 verse before my text, we should find that one means, (and a good one too) of holding fast that which is good.
Truth being espoused to the soul by faith, and bedded by love, brings forth fruit unto holiness, (faith working by love) and proles firmate conjugium. If we would be steadfast and immoveable, let us be always abounding in the work of the Lord, 1 Cor. 15. 58. If we would but follow that which is good, as we Are exhorted in the 15 verse before my text, we should find that one means, (and a good one too) of holding fast that which is good.
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Mark. 8. 38. Whosoever shall be ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinfull generation, of him also shall the Sonne of man be ashamed,
Mark. 8. 38. Whosoever shall be ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed,
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And whosoever shall deny him before men, him will he also deny before his Father which is in heaven, Matth.. 10.33. Christ will have his truth owned by his followers.
And whosoever shall deny him before men, him will he also deny before his Father which is in heaven, Matthew. 10.33. christ will have his truth owned by his followers.
Corde creditur adjustitiam, With the heart man believeth unto right eousnesse, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation, Rom. 10. 10, 11. for, the Scripture saith, He that believeth on him shall not be ashamed. Profession is the.
Cord creditur adjustitiam, With the heart man Believeth unto right eousnesse, and with the Mouth Confessi is made unto salvation, Rom. 10. 10, 11. for, the Scripture Says, He that Believeth on him shall not be ashamed. Profession is the.
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By constant profession of, and bearing witnesse to the truth, the truth it self is propagated, and God's glory is advanced, and other Professours of truth are much encouraged.
By constant profession of, and bearing witness to the truth, the truth it self is propagated, and God's glory is advanced, and other Professors of truth Are much encouraged.
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then blessed is he that watcheth, and keepeth his garment, Rev. 16. 15. Wherefore NONLATINALPHABET, Let us hold fast the profession of our faith unmoved, without wavering, Heb. 10. 23. for, beloved, we count them happy which endure, James 5. 11. and our Saviour assures us more than once, that they that endure to the end shall be saved, Matth. 24. 13. Mark. 13. 13. Nay, himself encourages us from heaven, Rev. 2. 10. Bethou faithfull unto the death,
then blessed is he that watches, and Keepeth his garment, Rev. 16. 15. Wherefore, Let us hold fast the profession of our faith unmoved, without wavering, Hebrew 10. 23. for, Beloved, we count them happy which endure, James 5. 11. and our Saviour assures us more than once, that they that endure to the end shall be saved, Matthew 24. 13. Mark. 13. 13. Nay, himself encourages us from heaven, Rev. 2. 10. Bethou faithful unto the death,
Now such is the condition of truth in this world, it's in a state militant, continually surrounded and beset with enemies, whose ringleader is Satan, the father of lies;
Now such is the condition of truth in this world, it's in a state militant, continually surrounded and beset with enemies, whose ringleader is Satan, the father of lies;
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'T was but needfull then that the Apostle should exhort us, to contend earnestly for the faith, which was once delivered unto the Saints, Judo 3. They were betrusted with it as with a fort or castle;
IT was but needful then that the Apostle should exhort us, to contend earnestly for the faith, which was once Delivered unto the Saints, Judo 3. They were betrusted with it as with a fort or castle;
when souldiers laid hold of him, he left the linen cloth, and sled from them naked, Mark 14. 51, 52. Some (it may be) may think it but a nicety that some of the Primitive Christians sthood upon,
when Soldiers laid hold of him, he left the linen cloth, and sled from them naked, Mark 14. 51, 52. some (it may be) may think it but a nicety that Some of the Primitive Christians sthood upon,
What an abatement was it in the coats of divers of the Kings of Judah, (and those good Kings otherwaies) that idol-worship was tolerated and winkt at in the high-places, and not utterly rooted out.
What an abatement was it in the coats of diverse of the Kings of Judah, (and those good Kings otherways) that idol-worship was tolerated and winkt At in the High-places, and not utterly rooted out.
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he will not endure his worship to be corrupted, and do we think he will suffer his truth to be adulterated? Will he not suffer the worship of devils, but will he permit doctrines of devils ? Is not his truth precious to him,
he will not endure his worship to be corrupted, and do we think he will suffer his truth to be adulterated? Will he not suffer the worship of Devils, but will he permit doctrines of Devils? Is not his truth precious to him,
nor those who tempt others to it: (reade over Deut. 13. especially 6, 7, 8, 9 verses ) and is Christ contented that they should be tolerated who openly declaim against his Godhead? No certainly.
nor those who tempt Others to it: (read over Deuteronomy 13. especially 6, 7, 8, 9 Verses) and is christ contented that they should be tolerated who openly declaim against his Godhead? No Certainly.
Our blessed Saviour blames the Church in Thyatira, for suffering Jezabel to seduce his servants, Rev. 2.20. and he professes that he hates the doctrine of the Nicolaitans, and layes it heavily to the charge of the Church in Pergamos, that she suffered those that taught it.
Our blessed Saviour blames the Church in Thyatira, for suffering Jezebel to seduce his Servants, Rev. 2.20. and he Professes that he hates the Doctrine of the Nicolaitans, and lays it heavily to the charge of the Church in Pergamum, that she suffered those that taught it.
and that in the midst of persecution, (as Christ himself bears her witnesse) yet because there were some such hereticks in it, whom it had not supprest,
and that in the midst of persecution, (as christ himself bears her witness) yet Because there were Some such Heretics in it, whom it had not suppressed,
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and 'tis observable, how he styles himself when he begins to speak to that Church, These things saith he which hath the sharp sword with two-edges, vers.
and it's observable, how he styles himself when he begins to speak to that Church, These things Says he which hath the sharp sword with two-edges, vers.
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And though the Lord could have wrought the deliverance of his people, and rescued them from the cruelty of cursed Haman, by an out-stretched and immediate arm from heaven;
And though the Lord could have wrought the deliverance of his people, and rescued them from the cruelty of cursed Haman, by an outstretched and immediate arm from heaven;
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For, be it true, that not all the malice and subtilty of Satan, nor all the powers of darknesse shall ever be able to make any one syllable of the truth of God prove false;
For, be it true, that not all the malice and subtlety of Satan, nor all the Powers of darkness shall ever be able to make any one syllable of the truth of God prove false;
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not truth in heaven, but truth upon the earth that we must be valiant for, Jeremy 9. 3. God doth not require of us that we should make his truth to be true,
not truth in heaven, but truth upon the earth that we must be valiant for, Jeremiah 9. 3. God does not require of us that we should make his truth to be true,
and so much the more dark then it was before it entertained the faith of Christ, by how much a blaze of thorns doth leave the honse darker than it found it.
and so much the more dark then it was before it entertained the faith of christ, by how much a blaze of thorns does leave the House Darker than it found it.
or fundamentum in re. A proud man (though perhaps orthodox in his judgement) will not content himself with the received form of sound words, the usuall language of Christians in all ages,
or fundamentum in re. A proud man (though perhaps orthodox in his judgement) will not content himself with the received from of found words, the usual language of Christians in all ages,
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what a troublesome man is this, that imposeth upon the world a necessity of making new Dictionaries if they mean to converse with him? if every man should do the like, what a prety Babel should we have? and all this is but that he may seem to be singular and to differ something from other men.
what a troublesome man is this, that Imposes upon the world a necessity of making new Dictionaries if they mean to converse with him? if every man should do the like, what a pretty Babel should we have? and all this is but that he may seem to be singular and to differ something from other men.
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1. The first motive let be the consideration of our own concernment, how much it is our interest to hold fast that which is good. Truth is our treasure ;
1. The First motive let be the consideration of our own concernment, how much it is our Interest to hold fast that which is good. Truth is our treasure;
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And as at all times we had need to hold fast the truth, so especially in times of seduction and apostasie, in times of temptation, and in time of persecution;
And as At all times we had need to hold fast the truth, so especially in times of seduction and apostasy, in times of temptation, and in time of persecution;
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We may see both in his speech to the Church in Pergamos, Rev. 2.13. Thou holdest fast my name, and hast not denied my faith, Even in those dayes when Antipas was my faithfull martyr, who was slain among you, where Satan dwelleth.
We may see both in his speech to the Church in Pergamum, Rev. 2.13. Thou holdest fast my name, and hast not denied my faith, Even in those days when Antipas was my faithful martyr, who was slave among you, where Satan dwells.
where Satan dwelleth. He that was wont to go about like a roaring lion, and to go to and fro up and down the earth, had now it seems taken up in Pergamos, resolving to make that the seat of his tyranny, where he would display the bloudy ensignes of his rage and cruelty;
where Satan dwells. He that was wont to go about like a roaring Lion, and to go to and from up and down the earth, had now it seems taken up in Pergamum, resolving to make that the seat of his tyranny, where he would display the bloody ensigns of his rage and cruelty;
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and yet in this very place, there were not wanting those, who under his nose, and to his very teeth did professe themselves the sworn servants of Christ and truth, and his utter enemies.
and yet in this very place, there were not wanting those, who under his nose, and to his very teeth did profess themselves the sworn Servants of christ and truth, and his utter enemies.
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and how kindly doth he take it from those, who at such a time and in such a place did stick so close unto him and to his truth? Which he calls my faith, and my name ;
and how kindly does he take it from those, who At such a time and in such a place did stick so close unto him and to his truth? Which he calls my faith, and my name;
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But then, how feelingly, how pathetically doth he remember and (even by name) make mention of Antipas! In those dayes when Antipas was my faithfull martyr, &c. In those dayes, he keeps an exact account of the time,
But then, how feelingly, how pathetically does he Remember and (even by name) make mention of Antipas! In those days when Antipas was my faithful martyr, etc. In those days, he keeps an exact account of the time,
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I beseech you assist me with your thoughts, and supply by your meditations what my expression cannot reach, Antipas my faithfull martyr. Pretious in the sight of the Lord is the death of all his Saints,
I beseech you assist me with your thoughts, and supply by your meditations what my expression cannot reach, Antipas my faithful martyr. Precious in the sighed of the Lord is the death of all his Saints,
who would not be martyr many times over, to have such a testimoniall, such an affectionate commemoration from his blessed Saviour ? which will afterwards be seconded with an NONLATINALPHABET,
who would not be martyr many times over, to have such a testimonial, such an affectionate commemoration from his blessed Saviour? which will afterwards be seconded with an,
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5. Fifthly and lastly, grasp not the world too hard; for, NONLATINALPHABET, and is seldome a friend to, sometimes incompetible with that which is good.
5. Fifthly and lastly, grasp not the world too hard; for,, and is seldom a friend to, sometime incompetible with that which is good.
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and hath given us everlasting consolation and good hope through grace, Comfort your hearts, and stablish you in every good word and work. CUI LAUS IN SECULA. FINIS.
and hath given us everlasting consolation and good hope through grace, Comfort your hearts, and establish you in every good word and work. CUI LAUS IN SECULA. FINIS.
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